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JHS@OZ Mitzvah Day 2025!
JHS@OZ Mitzvah Day 2025!
Here it comes! The most important day of the whole school year! This very special day will focus on food insecurity with guest speaker, Peter Carmolli, Director of the South... Read More
2 events,
Haunted by Auschwitz 80 Years Later
Haunted by Auschwitz 80 Years Later
We’re pleased to promote this virtual event, hosted by the US Holocaust Memorial Museum in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. For years, they could not speak about the Holocaust.... Read More
Vermont Jewish Poets: Reading Series
Vermont Jewish Poets: Reading Series
Vermont Jewish Poets is offering a four-part online reading series. In our first year members of the Vermont Jewish Poets group will read to an audience made up of other... Read More
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2 events,
Midweek Mah Jongg
Midweek Mah Jongg
Stop 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
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening midweek Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Please RSVP to lyndasiegel2@gmail.com for availability Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes
2 events,
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 2-4pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 2-4pm
Join 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... Read More
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5-7pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5-7pm
Join 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... Read More
1 event,
Shabbat Chai
Shabbat Chai
Join 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... Read More
1 event,
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Our 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... Read More
2 events,
Kulanu Discussion on Antisemitism
Kulanu Discussion on Antisemitism
Since Oct. 7, 2023, antisemitism has seen a concerning rise in many parts of the world, often manifesting through heightened hostility towards Israel. It should be noted that criticism of... Read More
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0 events,
4 events,
Midweek Mah Jongg
Midweek Mah Jongg
Stop 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
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Join 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 | 5:30-7:30pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5:30-7:30pm
Join 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!
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening midweek Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Please RSVP to lyndasiegel2@gmail.com for availability Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes
2 events,
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 2-4pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 2-4pm
Join 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. These classes are full, so fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes.
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5-7pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5-7pm
Join 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. These classes are full, so fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes.
1 event,
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service led by Rabbi Aaron and Cantor Silverberg. Experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful... Read More
2 events,
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Our 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. Our morning service will feature our Shabbat Village: – An... Read More
Special Kiddush Discussion about The Song At the Sea (Exodus 15) by Visiting Scholar Judith Taylor
Special Kiddush Discussion about The Song At the Sea (Exodus 15) by Visiting Scholar Judith Taylor
Through the centuries, rabbis and scholars have noted the striking arrangement of the words of The Song at the Sea (Exodus 15) but there have been few commentaries about the final three lines of this epic poem, even though these lines provoke intriguing questions. The Song at the Sea is an ancient example of concrete poetry, and... Read More
4 events,
EVENT CANCELLED: Presentation & Book Signing – Religion is Not Done with You
Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst (Author and OZ Member) and Megan Goodwin (Author) lead a discussion relating to their new book, Religion Is Not Done with You: Or, the Hidden Power of Religion on Race, Maps, Bodies, and Law. Religion Is Not Done with You is a smart, irreverent, and accessible guide to thinking more deeply about... Read More
Jewish Meditation Sits
Jewish Meditation Sits
The Baal Shem Tov is quoted as saying “Truly, you are where your mind is.” Jewish meditation, which dates back thousands of years, provides a way of cultivating a peaceful, loving, contented, and awakened life. This practice helps us see hidden mental habits that get in the way of being present with ourselves and others... Read More
Israeli Dancing – Drop In
Israeli Dancing – Drop In
Israeli 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... Read More
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2 events,
Can We Talk & Listen About Israel?
Can We Talk & Listen About Israel?
Are you nervous about sharing your views and beliefs about Israel? Do you want to be able to safely say to others at Ohavi Zedek how you feel? ...So do... Read More
Intro to Hebrew Reading for Adults
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... Read More
4 events,
Midweek Mah Jongg
Midweek Mah Jongg
Stop 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
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Join 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... Read More
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5:30-7:30pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5:30-7:30pm
Join 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... Read More
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening midweek Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Please RSVP to lyndasiegel2@gmail.com for availability Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes
2 events,
OZ Book Club – Religion is Not Done with You
OZ Book Club – Religion is Not Done with You
The 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
1 event,
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service led by Rabbi Aaron and Cantor Silverberg. Experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful... Read More
2 events,
Torah Study with Rabbi Aaron
Torah Study with Rabbi Aaron
Join 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
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Our 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. Our morning service will feature our Shabbat Village: – An... Read More
4 events,
Can We Talk & Listen About Israel?
Can We Talk & Listen About Israel?
Are you nervous about sharing your views and beliefs about Israel? Do you want to be able to safely say to others at Ohavi Zedek how you feel? ...So do... Read More
OZHS-Tu b’Shevat
OZHS-Tu b’Shevat
Its the Birthday of the Trees! Think about all that trees give us! Let's give a little back to them!
20s/30s – Fashion Show and Cleanup
20s/30s – Fashion Show and Cleanup
A pre-Purim event. Find clothes for your costume and help do some tzedakah in the Shuk with an organizing project. Register Here
2 events,
Vermont Jewish Poets: Monthly Workshop
Vermont Jewish Poets: Monthly Workshop
Vermont Jewish Poets is a monthly poetry workshop open to any Vermont poet identifying as Jewish. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6pm-7:30pm on Zoom. Join a... Read More
Vermont Jewish Poets: Monthly Workshop
Vermont Jewish Poets: Monthly Workshop
Vermont Jewish Poets is a monthly poetry workshop open to any Vermont poet identifying as Jewish. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6pm-7:30pm on Zoom. Join a... Read More
3 events,
OZ Board of Directors Meeting
OZ Board of Directors Meeting
Monthly meeting of OZ’s Board of Directors. Meetings are planned to run from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in person and on Zoom. When possible meetings include a small group meal prior to the start time. All OZ members are welcome to attend open portions... Read More
UVM Jewish Studies presents ‘Impossible Hope’ – a public lecture by Sayed Kashua
UVM Jewish Studies presents ‘Impossible Hope’ – a public lecture by Sayed Kashua
The journey of a Palestinian writer in Hebrew literature, journalism and popular culture. The challenges in addressing the Israeli readers and viewers to tell a Palestinian story. Sayed Kashua, a... Read More
Intro to Hebrew Reading for Adults
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... Read More
5 events,
Midweek Mah Jongg
Midweek Mah Jongg
Stop 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
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Join 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... Read More
Elders Heart to Heart Conversation Group
Elders Heart to Heart Conversation Group
This 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... Read More
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5:30-7:30pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5:30-7:30pm
Join 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... Read More
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening midweek Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Please RSVP to lyndasiegel2@gmail.com for availability Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes
2 events,
CANCELLED: Jewish Life & Antisemitism in Today’s Germany. A talk by UVM Professor of History & Holocaust Studies Alan Steinweis
CANCELLED: Jewish Life & Antisemitism in Today’s Germany. A talk by UVM Professor of History & Holocaust Studies Alan Steinweis
Germany is today home to about 120,000 people who identify as Jews: less than one percent of the world's Jews and to less than two-tenths of one percent of Germany's... Read More
1 event,
Shabbat Chai
Shabbat Chai
Join 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
2 events,
Torah Study with Rabbi Aaron
Torah Study with Rabbi Aaron
Join 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
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Our 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. Our morning service will feature our Shabbat Village: – An... Read More
2 events,
Bread For Peace
Bread For Peace
A 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:... Read More
Israeli Dancing – Drop In
Israeli Dancing – Drop In
Israeli 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... Read More
1 event,
Flying Pig Bookstore presents Penguin Random House author Jack Fairweather
Flying Pig Bookstore presents Penguin Random House author Jack Fairweather
Join Flying Pig Bookstore at Shelburne Town Hall Monday, February 24th at 7PM, for an evening with Jack Fairweather to celebrate the launch of his new book, The Prosecutor: One... Read More
1 event,
Intro to Hebrew Reading for Adults
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... Read More
4 events,
Midweek Mah Jongg
Midweek Mah Jongg
Stop 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
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 1-3pm
Join 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... Read More
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5:30-7:30pm
Mah Jongg Beginner Class | 5:30-7:30pm
Join 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... Read More
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
Evening midweek Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Please RSVP to lyndasiegel2@gmail.com for availability Additionally, fill out this interest form to be notified for upcoming classes
0 events,
1 event,
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service led by Cantor Silverberg. Experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful melodies. Cantor Jessica... Read More
2 events,
Torah Study
Torah Study
Join us 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... Read More
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Our 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... Read More
