Events
Calendar of Events
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4 events, -  As Sukkot continues, we gather for a quieter, more intimate festival service celebrating gratitude, creation, and community. Together we'll pray, sing, take the lulav and etrog, and spend time in and around the sukkah, continuing traditions that have connected Jewish communities for generations. Whether you joined us on the first day of Sukkot or are... Read More -  What better way to celebrate Sukkot than by bringing together one of Judaism's harvest festivals with one of Vermont's favorite harvest traditions? Join us for a joyful morning of fresh apple cider, hands-on activities, community, and seasonal fun. Beginning at 10:00 a.m., families with young children (ages 0–5) and our preschool community are invited to... Read More | 2 events, -  Join members of our OZ Village and Caring Committee for a relaxed lunch in the sukkah. Together we'll enjoy good food, meaningful conversation, and celebrate the people who help make Ohavi Zedek a place where members care for one another through life's joys and challenges. Whether you've been involved with these groups for years or... Read More  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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 3 events, 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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More -  Join the Ohavi Zedek Capital Campaign Committee for an evening of food, conversation, and community in the sukkah. As we imagine and plan for the future of our congregation, we'll gather to celebrate the generations that have built Ohavi Zedek and those who will carry it forward. Whether you're already involved in the campaign, curious... Read More | 4 events, 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 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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More -  Throughout the year, Ohavi Zedek's staff helps create meaningful Jewish experiences, welcomes newcomers, supports families, and keeps our community running each day. This special evening is an opportunity for staff, clergy, and their families to slow down, share a meal together, celebrate one another, and enjoy the beauty of the sukkah. If you're able, please... Read More | 3 events, Join Nina for an accessible, welcoming yoga practice that uses movement and breath to cultivate strength, awareness, and well-being. No prior yoga experience is necessary, and modifications are offered for all bodies. This session will: Emphasize well-being before performance Be accessible to beginners Begin with connection and reflection before moving into the yoga practice About... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More -  Whether you’re new to Burlington, new to Jewish life, or simply looking to meet other Jewish young adults, we’d love to welcome you for a relaxed board game night in the sukkah. Hosted by Rabbi Ariel, Cantor Silverberg and OZ’s Henry Guckes, this gathering is all about building friendships and enjoying meaningful conversation in a... Read More | 1 event, Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service to experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful melodies. This evening promises to be a serene and uplifting way to enter the holy day of rest, filled with community, connection, and spiritual renewal. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full... Read More | 3 events, 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 their own torah commentaries to share. -  After the joy of Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret offers a quieter invitation. While it follows the week of Sukkot, it is a distinct holiday—one that encourages us to linger a little longer in sacred community before returning to everyday life. Jewish tradition imagines this final festival day as an opportunity to remain together just a little... Read More -  As the High Holiday season draws to a close, we gather for one of Judaism’s most joyful celebrations. Simchat Torah—“Rejoicing with the Torah”—marks the completion of our annual cycle of Torah readings and the immediate beginning of a new one. The heart of the evening are the hakafot—seven joyful processions with the Torah scrolls. Rather... Read More |
4 events, - As the High Holiday season draws to a close, we gather for one of Judaism's most joyful celebrations. Simchat Torah—which means "Rejoicing with the Torah"—marks the completion of our annual... Read More  During the evening we celebrate our newest Jewish Journeys Hebrew School students in a special Consecration ceremony. As they begin their lifelong journey of Jewish learning, they'll receive a special... Read More | 3 events, Looking for a welcoming place to connect with other parents while your little one plays? Join us Monday mornings for Playgroup at OZ—a free community gathering for families with children ages... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 2 events, Discover the rich flavors and traditions of Sephardi and Mizrahi Jewish cuisine in this hands-on cooking series led by Elliot Sion of The Wise Fool. Elliot grew up in a Middle Eastern Jewish household and has spent 20 years in the New England restaurant industry, much of it in Eastern Mediterranean kitchens. His personal connection... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 4 events,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 -  Three years after October 7, we will come together for an evening of remembrance, reflection, connection and hope. Joining us will be Myriam Darmoni Charbit, an Israeli peace worker and educator who shared the High Holidays with our community in 2023. When October 7 happened, Myriam and her family were here in Burlington, far from... Read More Evening 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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 3 events,Join Nina for an accessible, welcoming yoga practice that uses movement and breath to cultivate strength, awareness, and well-being. No prior yoga experience is necessary, and modifications are offered for all bodies. This session will: Emphasize well-being before performance Be accessible to beginners Begin with connection and reflection before moving into the yoga practice About... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More -  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 casual discussions about the book. Jewish Noir II by Kenneth Wishnia Jewish Noir II is unique collection of twenty-three all-new stories (and one reprint) by... Read More | 1 event,Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service to experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful melodies. This evening promises to be a serene and uplifting way to enter the holy day of rest, filled with community, connection, and spiritual renewal. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full... Read More | 2 events,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 their own torah commentaries to share.  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. |
6 events,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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More -  Have you ever meditated in a Jewish context? Come join us for mindfulness meditation, hebrew chanting, and community connection. You just might leave a little more refreshed, a little less stressed, and with more patience for the ones you love. This sit is led by Lindsay Foreman (they/them) who is a parent, psychotherapist, and mindfulness... Read More -  Local Vermont author Dr. Beth Malow will discuss her award-winning book followed by a Q and A. Learn how you can transform the politics of contempt into the politics of hope in your relationships as well as make a difference in your community and nation. Books will be available for purchase and signing following the... Read More -  Depolarizing Ourselves especially for our Jewish community A facilitated workshop from Braver Angels (braverangels.org) This workshop is designed to help you lessen the effects of polarization when you encounter them in your political conversations. By “polarization,” we don’t mean healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are talking about how we regard and talk about... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 1 event,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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 1 event,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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 5 events,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  Join our beginner Mah Jongg class, taught by Lynda Siegel. Wednesdays, 1pm - 3pm: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4 and 11/11. 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 Here! Evening 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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 4 events,Join Nina for an accessible, welcoming yoga practice that uses movement and breath to cultivate strength, awareness, and well-being. No prior yoga experience is necessary, and modifications are offered for all bodies. This session will: Emphasize well-being before performance Be accessible to beginners Begin with connection and reflection before moving into the yoga practice About... Read More  // an illustrated talk by Ohavi Zedek Director of Youth Education, Naomi Barell Ohavi Zedek's award winning teen internship program sent 10 teens to Guatemala last February. Along with zip-lining,... Read More The Kulanu Antisemitism Workgroup of Ohavi Zedek Synagogue presents: Navigating Israel: A Social Justice Speaker Series. Defining Zionism: From Herzl to Mamdani Professor Adi Livny, Ph.D. Adi Livny is a historian of knowledge institutions, focusing on Israel and Mandatory Palestine. Her book manuscript, Settlers, Natives, and Empire: The Making of the Hebrew University, offers a... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 1 event,Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service to experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful melodies. This evening promises to be a serene and uplifting way to enter the holy day of rest, filled with community, connection, and spiritual renewal. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full... Read More | 2 events,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 their own torah commentaries to share. 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. |
5 events,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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More  Come Sing with Us in the Yurt! 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 if you'd like to chat. 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More  Discover the joy of Jewish music, movement, and community. Israeli dance is one vibrant expression of the broader tradition of Jewish folk dance. It brings people together through lively music, shared movement, and a welcoming community. It is easy to start and difficult to stop! Along the way, you’ll enjoy an activity that’s great for... Read More | 3 events, Vermont Jewish Poets is a monthly poetry workshop open to any Vermont poet identifying as Jewish. We meet the 3rd Monday of each month from 6pm-7:30pm on Zoom. Join a welcoming space where we give and receive constructive feedback on poems-in-progress. Please register here. 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 2 events,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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 6 events,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 Join our beginner Mah Jongg class, taught by Lynda Siegel. Wednesdays, 1pm - 3pm: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4 and 11/11. 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 Here!  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 Evening 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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More Those interested in joining or learning more about Adult Education should contact Nancy at [email protected] | 3 events,Join Nina for an accessible, welcoming yoga practice that uses movement and breath to cultivate strength, awareness, and well-being. No prior yoga experience is necessary, and modifications are offered for all bodies. This session will: Emphasize well-being before performance Be accessible to beginners Begin with connection and reflection before moving into the yoga practice About... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 1 event,Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service to experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful melodies. This evening promises to be a serene and uplifting way to enter the holy day of rest, filled with community, connection, and spiritual renewal. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full... Read More | 2 events,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 their own torah commentaries to share. 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. |
7 events,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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More -  Join us for a fall morning of working together and caring for the outdoor spaces we all share at OZ. This year, we’ll focus on two areas: Our front corner gardens — adding organic matter to the beds, doing fall cleanup, and getting them ready for winter. Our back woods trails — clearing fallen logs... Read More -  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: 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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More Discover the joy of Jewish music, movement, and community. Israeli dance is one vibrant expression of the broader tradition of Jewish folk dance. It brings people together through lively music, shared movement, and a welcoming community. It is easy to start and difficult to stop! Along the way, you’ll enjoy an activity that’s great for... Read More | 1 event,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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 2 events, The Beatles Professor Joel Goldberg OZ Village's vision is to create a vibrant community of older adults who remain in their own home and age with dignity, purpose and camaraderie through mutual support, social engagement and Jewish values. 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 5 events,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 Join our beginner Mah Jongg class, taught by Lynda Siegel. Wednesdays, 1pm - 3pm: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4 and 11/11. 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 Here! The Kulanu Antisemitism Workgroup of Ohavi Zedek Synagogue presents: Navigating Israel: A Social Justice Speaker Series. Antisemitism Definitions and Free Speech Kenneth S. Stern, J.D. (to appear virtually) Kenneth S. Stern is the director of the Bard Center for the Study of Hate. Mr. Stern is an award-winning author and attorney, and was most recently... Read More Evening 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 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 2 events,Join Nina for an accessible, welcoming yoga practice that uses movement and breath to cultivate strength, awareness, and well-being. No prior yoga experience is necessary, and modifications are offered for all bodies. This session will: Emphasize well-being before performance Be accessible to beginners Begin with connection and reflection before moving into the yoga practice About... Read More 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 on Zoom. Ohavi Zedek’s minyan is traditional and egalitarian.... Read More | 2 events,Join us for our weekly Kabbalat Shabbat service to experience the warmth and joy of welcoming Shabbat through soulful prayers, meaningful reflections, and beautiful melodies. This evening promises to be a serene and uplifting way to enter the holy day of rest, filled with community, connection, and spiritual renewal. Joining by Zoom? Please make your full... Read More | 2 events,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 their own torah commentaries to share. 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. |