Events

Midweek Mah Jongg
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTStop by every Wednesday from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM for Mah Jongg Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes

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

Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTEvening midweek Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Please RSVP to [email protected] for availability Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes
NADAV: Goes to NYC!
We will have a busy few days in New York! Itinerary includes visits to the Tenement Museum, NY Holocaust Memorial, the Freedom Tower, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Columbia University Hillel, Economy Candy Company, the Pickle Guys and more. Friday night services and dinner at Romemu on the Upper West Side. Pizza, falafel, bagels and... Read More

Lunch and Learn // Artists & the Holocaust: Documentation, Memory, Elegy // Mar. 20, 2025
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJanie Cohen, past Director of UVM’s Fleming Museum, will present a slide talk on the work of four artists who experienced the Holocaust, and the ways it impacted their work. Included are Anselm Kiefer and Christian Boltanski, both born late in WWII; Henryk Ross, who clandestinely photographed life in the Lodz ghetto while serving as... Read More
Religious / Spiritual Committee Meeting

Shabbat Chai
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin us for Shabbat Chai, 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 the holy day.... Read More

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 (Hebrew School)
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJJ @ OZ classes meet

Bread For Peace – March 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

Paul Orgel – Music of Bach, Beethoven and Brahms
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesA concert to benefit Full Circle Preschool sponsored by Jeff Priest & Nazly Guzman, Barbara McGrew & Fred Childs, and Harvey & Debra Cohen Klein Pianist Paul Orgel has concertized throughout the United States, Europe, and China as a recitalist, soloist with orchestra and chamber musician. Critics have praised his playing for its “subtlety and... 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

Intro to Hebrew Reading for Adults
Want to begin to read Hebrew? Want to brush up on your skills? Join with Rabbi Aaron, Cantor Silverberg and Lani Ravin to learn how to read Hebrew and in particular key words and prayers. This series will also deepen your understanding of the prayers and the Israeli cultural context. This series takes place via... Read More

Midweek Mah Jongg
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTStop by every Wednesday from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM for Mah Jongg Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes

Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington, VTEvening midweek Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Please RSVP to [email protected] for availability Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes