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2 events,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
2 events,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
Rosh Chodesh ELUL: Entering the Month of Longing
Rosh Chodesh ELUL: Entering the Month of Longing
OZ is pleased to collaborate with Congregation Ruach haMaqom on this project, Rosh Chodesh ELUL: entering the month of longing. On the New Moon of ELUL prior to Rosh Hashanah,... Read More
3 events,
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Stop by every Wednesday from 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM for Mah Jongg NEW: Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Plus, sign up for our August and September Classes!!
Midweek Mah Jongg Evenings
Midweek Mah Jongg Evenings
Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Have questions or want to sign up for a coming class? Fill out this form.
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
1 event,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
1 event,
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join Rabbi Aaron for a joyful, instrumental Friday Night service. Join in-person, on Zoom (link below), or on livestream. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full first and last name viewable on Zoom, so we know who you are and can admit you.
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 Zoom Update We are seeking a volunteer Zoom host. Until we have one, we... Read More
Shabbat Morning Service and Jackson’s B Mitvzah
Shabbat Morning Service and Jackson’s B Mitvzah
Our Shabbat morning service is traditional egalitarian with new melodies and kavannot (spiritual intentions) introduced and incorporated. Following services, the Metz / Abbot family will host a Kiddush lunch; all are welcome. Saturday morning services begin at 9:15 AM. Our morning service will feature our Shabbat Village: – An intentional place for families, children and anyone... Read More
6 events,
Full Circle Pride Pancake Breakfast
Full Circle Pride Pancake Breakfast
Register Here Join us for a pancake breakfast, "drag brunch" and fund raiser! Enjoy pancakes while helping raise money for Full Circle Preschool. We will have signs & sign-making supplies... Read More
Pride Parade March 2024
Pride Parade March 2024
Sunday, September 8, OZ’s annual group march will take place in Burlington’s Pride Parade as we support the LGBTQ+ community. New Meeting Location & Time this Year: St. Paul Street between College St. and Main St; just next to City Hall Park - Please arrive by 11:30 am. New this year, we will be meeting... Read More
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
1 event,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
4 events,
Elders Writing About Their Lives
Elders Writing About Their Lives
At this juncture in life’s journey, elders have a unique perspective on the lives we’ve lived and our thoughts and feelings about that. This writing group welcomes first time or continuing participants. We’ll use thoughtful writing prompts and rich discussion to help us knit together the story of our lives. Led by Pat Doherty, we’ll... Read More
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
Roots: Two Truths in One Heart Two People in One Land
Roots: Two Truths in One Heart Two People in One Land
A collaboration of groups are pleased to present this power presentation at the UVM Campus on September 10, 2024. Register Here
High Holiday Learning Series: Cultivating Spiritual Contemplative Practices
High Holiday Learning Series: Cultivating Spiritual Contemplative Practices
A two-part High Holy Day preparation learning series taking place on Tuesday evenings September 10 and 24, at 7:30 to 8:30 PM. In OZ's Yurt or Sanctuary depending on weather. ... Read More
4 events,
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Stop by every Wednesday from 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM for Mah Jongg NEW: Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Plus, sign up for our August and September Classes!!
Third Annual Pride Seder 2024
Third Annual Pride Seder 2024
Register Here Our third annual Pride Seder is a ritual that chronicles the liberation of LGBTQ+ people, much like the Passover Seder, which retells the story of the liberation of the Jewish people. New This Year: More Family Friendly Start Time! Join a diverse gathering of Vermont LGBTQ+ Jews, Jew-adjacent folks and allies to celebrate... Read More
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
2 events,
OZ Book Club
OZ Book Club
Sunday, January 21 2024 at 12:15 pm - in person at OZ in conjunction with Hebrew school (also on Zoom for those unable to attend in person) The Unfinished Corner... Read More
1 event,
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join Rabbi Aaron for a joyful, instrumental Friday Night service. Join in-person, on Zoom (link below), or on livestream. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full first and last name viewable... Read More
3 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... Read More
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Website / Zoom Link : Click Here Our Shabbat morning service is traditional egalitarian with new melodies and kavannot (spiritual intentions) introduced and incorporated. Following services, we often host a Kiddush... Read More
6 events,
OZ’s Fall 2024 Open House – Welcome / Welcome Back
OZ’s Fall 2024 Open House – Welcome / Welcome Back
Our fall kick off includes welcoming of new visitors, members who have joined OZ in recent years and a kick off of the school year. Enjoy delicious food. Attend a casual tour of OZ’s spaces. Connect with old and future friends! Meet Cantor Silverberg. ➼ 10:00 - 11:00 am - Our Core Program Choices followed... Read More
Jewish Journeys First Day
Jewish Journeys First Day
Today we take this year's first step in our Jewish Journey! Parents, please be sure to plan on staying with us this morning to connect with teachers and each other!
Introduction to Jewish Contemplative Practice
Introduction to Jewish Contemplative Practice
Register Here Judaism has a rich, ancient tradition of contemplative practices, designed to cultivate wisdom, compassion, peacefulness, spiritual connectedness, and inner freedom. These time-honored practices complement and enrich the more familiar Jewish observances and traditions by teaching us: To cultivate the softening and opening of our hearts To nurture our capacity for resilience, well-being,... Read More
OZ’s Walking Tour of Little Jerusalem
OZ’s Walking Tour of Little Jerusalem
Register Here Especially organized for newer OZ members (but open to all), we're pleased to offer this Walking Tour of Little Jerusalem, starting at 10:15 at George Little Park, on the corners of N Winooski, Archibald and Bright Streets. Our own historian and former Archivist Aaron Goldberg will lead this tour, to tell and show... Read More
1 event,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
3 events,
Elders Heart to Heart Conversation
Elders Heart to Heart Conversation
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 whatever stands out at the time. We are comforted by each other’s listening. If you would like to join, please contact Judy 1:30-2:30, the 3rd... Read More
OZ Board of Directors Meeting
OZ Board of Directors Meeting
Monthly meeting of OZ's Board of Directors. 2023 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... Read More
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
5 events,
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Stop by every Wednesday from 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM for Mah Jongg NEW: Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Plus, sign up for our August and September Classes!!
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 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
Midweek Mah Jongg Evenings
Midweek Mah Jongg Evenings
Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Have questions or want to sign up for a coming class? Fill out this form.
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
2 events,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
Zoë Keating: OZ Concert to Benefit Full Circle Preschool
Zoë Keating: OZ Concert to Benefit Full Circle Preschool
Click Here for Tickets Join us for a special evening performance with Zoë Keating, consisting of roughly an hour of performance and a short discussion. Guests will have the option of purchasing tickets for a pre-event reception with Zoë. Proceeds from the evening will support Full Circle Preschool. About The Artist Zoë Keating is an... Read More
2 events,
Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat
Come sing, clap, and dance your way into Shabbat with your baby, toddler, or preschooler! And don't forget a vegetarian dish to share! (No tree nuts or peanuts please!) If you're busy and can't bring a dish, please come anyway. If you can bring extra food, please do.
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join Rabbi Aaron for a joyful, instrumental Friday Night service. Join in-person, on Zoom (link below), or on livestream. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full first and last name viewable on Zoom, so we know who you are and can admit you.
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 Zoom Update We are seeking a volunteer Zoom host. Until we have one, we... Read More
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Website / Zoom Link : Click Here 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... Read More
5 events,
Chai Lights: Kulana Discussion on Antisemitism: When is Criticism of Israel Antisemitic?
Chai Lights: Kulana Discussion on Antisemitism: When is Criticism of Israel Antisemitic?
Register Now! This Sunday morning discussion will focus on exploring when criticism of Israel or anti Israel sentiments crosses over into antisemitism. Meet informally for bagels and coffee at 9:15 am, with the program starting at 9:30. This discussion is being led by members of OZ's antisemitism workgroup. About ChaiLights This fall, OZ will be... Read More
Cemetery Prayers
Cemetery Prayers
We will gather at the Hebrew Holy Society Cemetery on Patchen Road for a brief Memorial Service and graveside prayers for loved ones.
Community Mikvah
Community Mikvah
Reset the year together in a way that combines ancient tradition and a classical Vermont experience – a dip in Lake Champlain. Join our clergy for a ritual immersion at... Read More
2 events,
High Holiday Learning Series: Cultivating Spiritual Contemplative Practices
High Holiday Learning Series: Cultivating Spiritual Contemplative Practices
A two-part High Holy Day preparation learning series taking place on Tuesday evenings September 10 and 24, at 7:30 to 8:30 PM. In OZ's Yurt or Sanctuary depending on weather. ... Read More
5 events,
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Stop by every Wednesday from 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM for Mah Jongg NEW: Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Plus, sign up for our August and September... Read More
Midweek Mah Jongg Evenings
Midweek Mah Jongg Evenings
Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Have questions or want to sign up for a coming class? Fill out this form.
2 events,
Lunch and Learn // A Storytelling Lunch Hour // Sept. 26, 2024
Lunch and Learn // A Storytelling Lunch Hour // Sept. 26, 2024
Please Register Here to Help Us Plan Before turning to fiction writing, Lenny Levine enjoyed a successful 20-year career as a recording studio singer and composer of many jingles, such... Read More
1 event,
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join Rabbi Aaron for a joyful, instrumental Friday Night service. Join in-person, on Zoom (link below), or on livestream. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full first and last name viewable... Read More
3 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... Read More
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Website / Zoom Link : Click Here Our Shabbat morning service is traditional egalitarian with new melodies and kavannot (spiritual intentions) introduced and incorporated. Following services, we often host a Kiddush... Read More
3 events,
Rosh Hashannah Apple Cider “Presstival” For Families and Individuals Young and Old
Rosh Hashannah Apple Cider “Presstival” For Families and Individuals Young and Old
Family Rosh Hashannah and Fall Celebration! Join us for apple cider pressing for all ages and fun kid focused activities, free food and cider. We will be selling cider to... Read More
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
1 event,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
1 event,
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
3 events,
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Mid-Week Mah Jongg
Stop by every Wednesday from 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM for Mah Jongg NEW: Evening mid-week Mah Jongg from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM Plus, sign up for our August and September Classes!!
20s/30s – Wine and Cheese in the Yurt
20s/30s – Wine and Cheese in the Yurt
Join our 20s & 30s Group for wine, cheese & Rosh Hashanah classics like apples and honey! Feel free to join us for Erev Rosh Hashanah services following the event!... Read More
Erev Rosh Hashana Services
Erev Rosh Hashana Services
Join us to welcome in the New Year with our Erev Rosh Hashanah service! This service will include Ma’ariv. Our digital Mahzor prayer book will be available soon. Our Zoom... Read More
5 events,
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Services
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Services
Welcome the New Year and celebrate Shabbat with our Rosh Hashanah morning service. This service will include the Shacharit, Torah reading and Musaf. Link for Digital Mahzor Prayer Book coming soon Link for... Read More
Rosh Hashanah Tot Service
Rosh Hashanah Tot Service
This service is for children ages 0-5 and their grown-ups. Please bring a blanket or chair. Service will be held outside, weather-dependent and in the yurt in the event of... Read More
Rosh Hashanah Youth Service
Rosh Hashanah Youth Service
This service is for children ages 6-11 and their grown-ups. Please bring a blanket or chair. Service will be held outside, weather-dependent. After the service, our whole community will come... Read More
OZ’s Rosh Hashanah by the Lake 2024 – At Hula Lakeside
OZ’s Rosh Hashanah by the Lake 2024 – At Hula Lakeside
Register Here Join us for a joyful Rosh Hashanah experience at a new location this year (inside Hula overlooking the beautiful Burlington waterfront)! Enjoy Jewish stories, skits and songs, hear... Read More
Minyan
Minyan
Ohavi 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. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian. Mincha and... Read More
4 events,
Rosh Hashana Day 2 Services
Rosh Hashana Day 2 Services
Join us for our Day 2 Rosh Hashanah Shacharit Service. All are welcome to this relaxed continuation of our Rosh Hashanah prayers and celebration of renewal and a sweet New Year!... Read More
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Tot Service
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Tot Service
This service is for children ages 0-5 and their grown-ups. Please bring a blanket or chair. Service will be held outside, weather-dependent and in the yurt in the event of... Read More
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join Rabbi Aaron for a joyful, instrumental Friday Night service. Join in-person, on Zoom (link below), or on livestream. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full first and last name viewable on Zoom, so we know who you are and can admit you.
Erev Shabbat Shavuah
Erev Shabbat Shavuah
Join us to welcome Shabbat and the New Year with our Erev Shabbat Shavuah service! Our Digital Mahzor Prayer Book will be available soon. Links to our Zoom and Livestream... Read More
