ChaiLights

A fundraiser for humanitarian aid in Israel and Palestine. A partnership between communities, volunteers bake and sell bread in the community kitchens to benefit these medical relief organizations: United Hatzalah: first responders in Israel Palestine Children’s Relief Fund: medical care for children in Gaza and West Bank REGISTER HERE You can also purchase Bread For... Read More

Tu B'shvat is a great time to prune and care for your fruit trees. Join Jacob Holzberg-Pill of Juneberry Landscapes as we talk Torah and fruit tree care while visiting and pruning the OZ orchard (apple, cherry, mulberry, juneberry and peach). Please be sure to dress to be outside for the full session and wear... Read More

Do you feel heard? We welcome all Jewish identified adults to explore our feelings and reactions to the tensions in Israel/ Palestine today. We will use Jewish values, and Jewish and Palestinian writings as a basis for holding courageous conversations together. Coffee and goodies included.   REGISTER HERE ChaiLights gatherings will give you a chance... Read More

Have a question you’ve always wanted to ask the rabbi? Got something specific you have wanted to ask Rabbi Ariel? Now is your chance for a fun, relaxed and social “Ask the Rabbi” session. No question is too big, too small, or too unusual, and all are welcome—Jewish, Jewish-adjacent, and just plain curious. Come hang... Read More

As parents, we spend so much of our lives nurturing and protecting our children. In Jewish tradition, there is a parallel, sacred duty of protection and care that takes place at the very end of life. This presentation, by OZ Board President Lynda Siegel, offers a gentle and informative introduction to the Chevra Kadisha (Sacred... Read More

How do we talk to our kids and grandkids about antisemitism in ways that are honest, age-appropriate, and empowering? Join us for an important and supportive conversation designed to help parents navigate these moments with confidence and care. Therapists and educators will attend this conversation as resources. REGISTER HERE ChaiLights gatherings will give you a... Read More

Do you feel heard? We welcome all Jewish identified adults to explore our feelings and reactions to the tensions in Israel/ Palestine today. We will use Jewish values, and Jewish and Palestinian writings as a basis for holding courageous conversations together. Coffee and goodies included.   REGISTER HERE ChaiLights gatherings will give you a chance... Read More

Let’s preserve! Bring an empty glass jar to this session, and leave with it packed full of cabbage already on its way to becoming delicious sauerkraut. While our hands are... Read More

Do you feel heard? We welcome all Jewish identified adults to explore our feelings and reactions to the tensions in Israel/ Palestine today. We will use Jewish values, and Jewish... Read More