
Reflections from Israel’s Arava Institute for Environmental Studies: Working for Peace During a Year of War By Rabbi Michael M. Cohen
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington







ROOTED in VERMONT: Connecting Cultures, Strengthening Community
Ohavi Zedek Social Hall 188 N. Prospect St, Burlington



Week of Events
Sunday, May 4, 2025
- May 4, 2025 -Revolution trial special
- May 4, 2025 -Jewish Journeys (Hebrew School)
- May 4, 2025 -Reflections from Israel’s Arava Institute for Environmental Studies: Working for Peace During a Year of War By Rabbi Michael M. Cohen
- May 4, 2025 -Jewish Meditation Sits
- May 4, 2025 -Minyan (Online Evening)
Reflections from Israel’s Arava Institute for Environmental Studies: Working for Peace During a Year of War By Rabbi Michael M. Cohen
This year, Ohavi Zedek’s Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israeli Independence Day) day of learning and hope will feature a discussion by Rabbi Michael Cohen of the Arava Environmental Institute for Environmental Studies & Friends of the Arava Institute and Bennington College. Rabbi Cohen, a longtime environmental activist and peace maker, has written extensively on the impact of... Read More
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
Minyan (Online Evening)
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
Monday, May 5, 2025
- May 5, 2025 -Revolution trial
- May 5, 2025 -Minyan (Online Evening)
Minyan (Online Evening)
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
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
- May 6, 2025 -Minyan (Online Evening)
Minyan (Online Evening)
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
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- May 7, 2025 -Midweek Mah Jongg
- May 7, 2025 -Membership Committee Meeting
- May 7, 2025 -Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
- May 7, 2025 -Minyan (Online Evening)
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 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
Minyan (Online Evening)
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
Thursday, May 8, 2025
- May 8, 2025 -ROOTED in VERMONT: Connecting Cultures, Strengthening Community
- May 8, 2025 -Minyan (Online Evening)
- May 8, 2025 -OZ Book Club – Künstlers in Paradise
ROOTED in VERMONT: Connecting Cultures, Strengthening Community
A fundraiser to benefit VIA's immigrant and social justice work First generation immigrants will share Stories ● Food ● Art Supported by VIA member congregation and others: Vermont Interfaith Action Ohavi Zedek Lost Mural Project First Congregational Church UCC - Burlington Christ Church, Presbyterian All Souls Interfaith Gathering Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society Earthfire Abbey... Read More
Minyan (Online Evening)
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
OZ Book Club – Künstlers in Paradise
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. Künstlers in Paradise by Cathleen Schine There was a time when the family Künstler lived in the fairy-tale city of... Read More
Friday, May 9, 2025
- May 9, 2025 -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 melodies. Rabbi Aaron Philmus will guide us with insights into the Shabbat tradition, while Cantor Jessica Silverberg’s powerful voice will lift our spirits with timeless... Read More
Saturday, May 10, 2025
- May 10, 2025 -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.