Events

‘October’ Birthday / Anniversary Kiddush
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTPlease come to Shabbat on Saturday, October 11, 2025 to participate in a special Kiddush lunch honoring the congregants with October birthdays or anniversaries. A Kiddush lunch is a cherished tradition in our synagogue—a time to come together in joy and reflection after Shabbat services which are held from 9:15am-12:00pm. It is a meaningful opportunity... Read More
Jewish Journeys Learning
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesRabbi Ariel Meet and Greet
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTStop in for an informal chance to say hello to Rabbi Ariel along with other OZ leaders.

Sukkot Family Presstival
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin us for a morning of apple pressing and Sukkot festivities! -Apple and leaf printing -Make your own lulav -Sukkah building with blocks and loose parts -Cider pressing (bring your own cup/jug) -Bagel brunch at 11:45am Hosted by Jewish Journeys and Full Circle Preschool This Sukkot, we are collecting donations for COTS, a local organization... Read More

Bread For Peace – October 2025
Ohavi Zedek Kitchen 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTA 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 Our goal is to partner with a diverse... Read More

Minyan (Online Evening)
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesOhavi Zedek offers regular minyan services to meet the worship needs of our community and especially to aid those members of our community who are reciting Kaddish in memory of a recently deceased loved one or on a Yahrzeit. Services are held Sunday-Thursday evenings at 7:00 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More

Israeli Dancing – 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

Ohavi Zedek Village Coffee Klatch
Ohavi Zedek LibraryPlease join our first OZ Village coffee klatch and getting to know you gathering. This will take place in the OZ Library. Monday, October 13, 2025 11:00 - 1:00 Coffee, tea, delicious snacks For more information and to RSVP call 802-865-2329
Erev Shemini Atzeret
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin us in welcoming Shemini Atzeret, which is the closing festival of the High Holidays. Register for the High Holidays here.
Shemini Atzeret
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesMorning service, includes Shacharit, Hallel, Yizkor, Torah service with additions, and Geshem (prayer for rain) at the start of Musaf. Shemini Atzeret (שְׁמִינִי עֲצֶרֶת—”Eighth Assembly”) is the holiday celebrated on the 22nd day of the Hebrew month of Tishrei in the Land of Israel, and on the 22nd and 13th outside the Land, usually coinciding with... Read More
Jewish Journeys Consecration
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin us to officially welcome all of our new Jewish Journeys students to the synagogue community and recognize our 7th graders! Dance with the Torahs and ice cream for all! Register for the High Holidays here.
Simchat Torah Celebration
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin us to officially welcome all of our new Jewish Journeys students to the synagogue community and recognize our 7th graders! Dance with the Torahs and ice cream for all! Featuring: Musicians from the congregation: Judy Berger-flute, Jeremy Berger-trumpet, Chris Berger-violin, Michael Schachter-piano, Gigi Weisman- violin, Rick Wolfish-clarinet, Marty Fogel-conductor and soprano saxophone Pro players:... Read More
Simchat Torah
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesMorning service includes Shacharit, Hallel, Hakafot (dancing with the Torah), Torah reading, Musaf. Register for the High Holidays here.

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
