Adult Learning
Events
Vermont Jewish Poets 2026 Winter Reading Series – Rick Agran, Judith Chalmer, Ellen Urman
VJP readings are designed to deepen our connections as a community. Each poet will read for 15 minutes, followed by a brief period of audience comments. A list of the... Read More
ChaiLights – Tu b’Shevat / Pruning Your Fruit Trees
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesTu 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... Read More
Experience Israeli Dance
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTDiscover the joy of Jewish music, movement, and community. Israeli dance is one vibrant expression of the broader tradition of Jewish folk dance. It brings people together through lively music, shared movement, and a welcoming community. It is easy to start and difficult to stop! Along the way, you’ll enjoy an activity that’s great for... Read More
Kitchen Training with Rabbi Ariel
Ohavi Zedek Kitchen 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTPlease join Rabbi Ariel for a training on kashrut and our kitchen. We will review our communal practices, tour the kitchen, have a brief hands-on demonstration, and have plenty of... Read More
Opening Courageous Conversations on Israel/Palestine
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesDo 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
ChaiLights – Opening Courageous Conversations on Israel/Palestine
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesDo 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
Kitchen Training with Rabbi Ariel
Ohavi Zedek Kitchen 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTPlease join Rabbi Ariel for a training on kashrut and our kitchen. We will review our communal practices, tour the kitchen, have a brief hands-on demonstration, and have plenty of... Read More
OZ Book Club – Refugee by Alan Gratz
ZoomThe OZ Monthly Book Club meets monthly and welcomes adult readers. Book selections are determined by the group, with topics that are related to Jewish themes and concepts. Join these... Read More
ChaiLights – Ask The Rabbi
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesHave 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... Read More
Experience Israeli Dance
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTDiscover the joy of Jewish music, movement, and community. Israeli dance is one vibrant expression of the broader tradition of Jewish folk dance. It brings people together through lively music, shared movement, and a welcoming community. It is easy to start and difficult to stop! Along the way, you’ll enjoy an activity that’s great for... Read More
Elders Heart to Heart Conversation Group
ZoomThis one hour conversation continues monthly on Zoom. We are a gathering of elders. We share and reflect on what is most important to us about aging, grandparenting, parenting and... Read More
Lunch & Learn // Volunteers Helping People Seeking Asylum
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United States// An Introduction by CASAN Board Members Jan Steinbauer and Kim Watkin Above: A little newcomer enjoys her first Winter in Vermont. Below: Memories of home. The Chittenden Asylum Seekers... Read More
Kitchen Training with Rabbi Ariel
Ohavi Zedek Kitchen 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTPlease join Rabbi Ariel for a training on kashrut and our kitchen. We will review our communal practices, tour the kitchen, have a brief hands-on demonstration, and have plenty of... Read More
The Climate Crisis: What You Should Know and What You Can (and Should) Do
What is Climate Change, how does it affect our health and life, and what we can do about it. Join climate change experts - and OZ members- Fred Kosnitsky and... Read More
Vermont Jewish Poets 2026 Winter Reading Series – Anni Paisely, Ivy Schweitzer, Laura Budofsky Wisniewski
VJP readings are designed to deepen our connections as a community. Each poet will read for 15 minutes, followed by a brief period of audience comments. A list of the... Read More