Events
Lunch and Learn // Last Messages from the Dying // May 15, 2025
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesThe dying process is daunting and brings forth a plethora of emotions that are felt by all. While there are signs that indicate when someone has reached the end stages of the dying process, the most moving indicator is called “abstract speech.” Often overlooked, abstract speech offers an opportunity for a final connection with the... Read More
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 2-4pm
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTJoin our beginner Mah Jongg class, taught by Lynda Siegel. In this five week class, students will learn the basics of American Mah Jongg. Upon completion, students will be able to play on their own or at OZ's drop-in games. Register Now!
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5-7pm
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTJoin our beginner Mah Jongg class, taught by Lynda Siegel. In this five week class, students will learn the basics of American Mah Jongg. Upon completion, students will be able to play on their own or at OZ's drop-in games. Register Now!
Vermont Holocaust Memorial presents “Anne Frank: A History for Today”
Williston Central Middle SchoolIn this time of rising antisemitism, two Vermont middle school students, Josie Raynes and Avery Peabody, are ensuring their peers understand that it was antisemitism that brought about the Holocaust. For their Mitzvah Project, Josie and Avery have joined with the Anne Frank Center of the University of South Carolina to bring a very special traveling exhibit,... 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
20s/30s – Lag BaOmer Bonfire
OZ Yurt 188 North Prospect St, Burlington, VTA gathering for those in their 20s and 30 will take place in the yurt at 5:30 pm. Come together to meet friends old and. Then you are invited to attend the community-wide Shabbat Chai🔥Lag Bomer Bonfire and dinner. (If you will attend the meal, please register here.) Register Here
Shabbat Chai🔥With Lag BaOmer Bonfire
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United States +1 moreJoin us for Shabbat Chai / Lag BaOmer, a vibrant and musical celebration of Shabbat that is open to everyone in our community. Led by Rabbi Aaron Philmus, Cantor Jessica Silverberg, and talented guest musicians, this special evening will be filled with festive prayers, live music, and a sense of togetherness as we welcome in... Read More
Julia Arendt B Mitzvah
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United States
Shabbat Morning Services
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesOur Shabbat morning service is traditional egalitarian with new melodies and kavannot (spiritual intentions) introduced and incorporated. Following services, we often host a Kiddush – a lunch donated by synagogue members or b mitzvah families, where all are welcome. Saturday morning services begin at 9:15 AM.
Jewish Journeys Commencement 2025
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesWe've come to a stop on our Jewish Journey for the year! 9:15 am - class wrap ups 10:30 am - Commencement ceremony followed by a visit from the Lake Champlain Chocolates Ice Cream truck!
OZ Singing Circle in the Yurt
OZ Yurt 188 North Prospect St, Burlington, VTCome Sing with Us in the Yurt (weather permitting)! We're a group of people who want to join together in a circle and connect by singing Niggunim (wordless melodies), chants and prayers. No concerts, no auditions, no judgement. We will smile and sing together. Contact Gigi / Judy if you'd like to chat.
OZ Singing Circle in the Yurt
OZ Yurt 188 North Prospect St, Burlington, VTCome Sing with Us in the Yurt (weather permitting)! We're a group of people who want to join together in a circle and connect by singing Niggunim (wordless melodies), chants and prayers. No concerts, no auditions, no judgement. We will smile and sing together. Contact Gigi / Judy if you'd like to chat.
Burlington’s Little Jerusalem Film Viewing and Burlington Jewish History Panel
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTOhavi Zedek’s Membership Committee and the Lost Mural Project are hosting an showing of the short film “Burlington's Little Jerusalem,” that tells the story of Burlington’s Jewish History from the 1880s to today. Following the screening, a panel of life-long community members will share stories of Ohavi Zedek’s history. Learn about Burlington’s original Jewish community,... 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