Adult Learning
Events
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
Reading For Resistance, Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky
Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence:... Read More
Reading For Resistance, Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky
Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence:... Read More
Jewish Belief with Rabbi Ariel
Ohavi Zedek Samuelson Saiger Sanctuary 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin with R' Ariel in a weekly class and discussion on Jewish belief-- topics will include G-d, revelation, the covenant, interfaith relations, social justice, and living a life of Torah.... Read More
Jewish Play Reading Series – Elie Weisel: The Trial of God
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesAre you interested in plays? Come together in person from 2-4:00 on a Sunday afternoon to read and discuss a Jewish play. Each play is from a different period in... 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,... Read More
Reading For Resistance, Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky
Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence:... Read More
OZ Book Club – Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky
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
Jewish Belief with Rabbi Ariel
Ohavi Zedek Samuelson Saiger Sanctuary 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin with R' Ariel in a weekly class and discussion on Jewish belief-- topics will include G-d, revelation, the covenant, interfaith relations, social justice, and living a life of Torah.... 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 and Palestinian writings as a basis for holding courageous conversations together. Coffee and goodies included. These 5 conversations will build on each other. Come to... 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,... Read More
Reading For Resistance, Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky
Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky When: Tuesdays at 5:30PM Feb. 24 - Beginning, Part I First Congregational BTV - 38 S.... Read More
Siona Benjamin and her New Haggadah
Welcome into the artistic world of Siona Benjamin. Siona will share her richly illustrated, 2026 Haggadah, commissioned by Central Synagogue, NY. with some of her other work. Come learn about her unique perspective as an Indian-American-Jewish artist. She creates art that represents her transcultural and multicultural narrative, which has been shown in galleries, museums &... 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 whatever stands out at the time. We are comforted by each other’s listening. If you would like to join, please fill out this form. 1:30-2:30,... Read More
Women’s History Month: Liturgy & Inclusion
In honor of Women’s History Month, please join Rabbi Ariel and Cantor Silverberg for a thoughtful exploration of how inclusive language has shaped our siddur (prayer book) and liturgy. Together, we’ll examine how feminist insights have influenced the words of our prayers—and how those changes shape our understanding of G-d and our tradition. All are... Read More