Adult Learning
Events
Torah Study with Rabbi Aaron and Cantor Heather Batchelor
Ohavi Zedek - Samuelson Saiger SanctuaryJoin Rabbi Aaron on Saturday mornings to examine midrash and medieval commentators and Hassidic text to uncover the many layers of meaning in the torah together. Participants are encouraged to bring their own torah commentaries to share. Click here for more info about Cantor Batchelor. Torah Study Source Material
OZ Book Club
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesSunday, January 21 2024 at 12:15 pm The Unfinished Corner by Dani Colman Jewish mythology has it that when God created the universe, one corner of it was left unfinished. Opinion is divided on why, but everyone agrees that the Unfinished Corner is a dangerous place full of monsters. Twelve-year-old Miriam neither knows nor cares... Read More
Torah Study with Rabbi Aaron & Cantor Jessica Woolf Silverberg
Ohavi Zedek - Samuelson Saiger SanctuaryJoin Rabbi Aaron on Saturday mornings to examine midrash and medieval commentators and Hassidic text to uncover the many layers of meaning in the torah together. Participants are encouraged to bring their own torah commentaries to share. Torah Study Source Material Click here for more info about Cantor Silverberg
Israeli Dancing – 2024 Monthly Drop In
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesIsraeli folkdance is a joyous folk art form that is easy to start and difficult to stop. It draws from many cultures and expresses itself in dances that range in complexity and speed. See this article for more information. Join hosts Adele, Lani and Mitch and a friendly friendly group of people that gathers periodically... Read More
Lunch and Learn: The Two Lives of Henrietta Szold
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesHenrietta Szold was one of the most important Jewish leaders of the 20th century. Her long life, from 1860 to 1945, spanned some of the most turbulent years in modern history. The events of that time shaped the lives of millions of people and are woven into the fabric of Szold’s life story. Long-time OZ... Read More
OZ Book Club
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesSunday, January 21 2024 at 12:15 pm The Unfinished Corner by Dani Colman Jewish mythology has it that when God created the universe, one corner of it was left unfinished. Opinion is divided on why, but everyone agrees that the Unfinished Corner is a dangerous place full of monsters. Twelve-year-old Miriam neither knows nor cares... Read More
Lunch and Learn: The Forgotten History of Barre’s Jewish Community
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesWith deep ties to Burlington and Montpelier, Barre’s Jewish families nevertheless forged their own singular identity in a diverse environment of Yankees, Italians, French Canadians, Scots, Spanish, Syrians and other vibrant ethnic groups. Dr. (and Rabbi) Carol Harris-Shapiro (who is also a part-time resident of Barre) will share some of the unique stories of Barre’s... Read More
OZ Benefit Concert: Fun Yener Velt (From Another World): Jessica Kate Meyer, Hankus Netsky and Itay Dayan
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesClick Here for Tickets We’re pleased to welcome our recent visiting clergy member Rabbi Jessica Kate Meyer (vocals) and Boston-based musicians Hankus Netsky (piano) and Itay Dayan (clarinet). Their trio is called Fun Yener Velt" ("From Another World"). Join us for a spirited performance to benefit OZ's Full Circle Preschool. Soulful Jewish melodies rescued from... Read More
Torah Study with Rabbi Jessica Kate Meyer
Ohavi Zedek - Samuelson Saiger SanctuaryJoin Rabbi Jessica to examine midrash and medieval commentators and Hassidic text to uncover the many layers of meaning in the torah together. Participants are encouraged to bring their own torah commentaries to share. We are excited to be joined by Rabbi Jessica Kate Meyer, our visiting clergy during the High Holy Days this past... Read More
Israeli Dancing – 2024 Monthly Drop In
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesIsraeli folkdance is a joyous folk art form that is easy to start and difficult to stop. It draws from many cultures and expresses itself in dances that range in complexity and speed. See this article for more information. Join hosts Adele, Lani and Mitch and a friendly friendly group of people that gathers periodically... Read More
Elders Writing About Their Lives: Continued (Zoom Only)
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesCome join this writing group of elders! At this juncture in life’s journey, elders have a unique perspective and important thoughts and feelings about the lives we've lived. We use thoughtful writing prompts and rich discussion to knit together the story of our lives. Led by Pat Doherty, we will meet (on Zoom only -... Read More
Torah Study
Ohavi Zedek - Samuelson Saiger SanctuaryJoin Rabbi Aaron on Saturday mornings to examine midrash and medieval commentators and Hassidic text to uncover the many layers of meaning in the torah together. Participants are encouraged to bring their own torah commentaries to share. Torah Study Source Material
Israeli Dancing – 2024 Monthly Drop In
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesIsraeli folkdance is a joyous folk art form that is easy to start and difficult to stop. It draws from many cultures and expresses itself in dances that range in complexity and speed. See this article for more information. Join hosts Adele, Lani and Mitch and a friendly friendly group of people that gathers periodically... Read More
Tikkun Leil Shavuot – An evening of learning and cheesecake!
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin us Tuesday June 11th 6:30-9pm for brief Mincha (afternoon) and Festival Maariv (evening) services, followed by a workshop with Kulanu where we will study classic definitions of antisemitism. In chevrutah pairs and through group discussion we will explore the Torah’s perspective on this oldest form of hatred and consider how we might build alliances... Read More
OZ Book Club
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesSunday, January 21 2024 at 12:15 pm The Unfinished Corner by Dani Colman Jewish mythology has it that when God created the universe, one corner of it was left unfinished. Opinion is divided on why, but everyone agrees that the Unfinished Corner is a dangerous place full of monsters. Twelve-year-old Miriam neither knows nor cares... Read More