


Jewish Play Reading Series – Arnold Perl: World of Sholom Alechim
Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington













Week of Events
Jewish Communities of Vermont (JCVT) 2026 Statewide Summit
Jewish Communities of Vermont (JCVT) 2026 Statewide Summit
Join Jewish Communities of Vermont (JCVT) for the 2026 Statewide Summit, a statewide gathering bringing people together from across Vermont for a day of learning, creativity, and connection in Jewish community. Set against the beauty of Stowe, this Summit—our first in-person statewide gathering since 2019—welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds for a vibrant Sunday... Read More
Yom HaZikkaron
Yom HaZikkaron
The day before Yom Haatzma’ut is called Yom HaZikkaron, Memorial Day, and is dedicated to the memory of all those who have died in defense of the State of Israel since 1948 and of the Jewish yishuv in pre-State days.
Yom Haatzma’ut
Yom Haatzma’ut
The State of Israel was proclaimed on the fifth of Iyyar, 5708, corresponding to May 14, 1948, and this day is celebrated as Israel Independence Day, also popularly known by its Hebrew name, Yom Haatzma’ut.
Hineni: Jewish Mindfulness Retreat 2026
Hineni: Jewish Mindfulness Retreat 2026
REGISTER FOR HINENI The third annual Hineni retreat* is a multi-day immersion into mindfulness meditation for Jewish, Jewish-adjacent, and curious individuals of all backgrounds. Led by Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, this retreat is designed for both experienced practitioners and those new to meditation. This year’s theme, Shabbat Rest as a Mindfulness... Read More
Sunday, April 19, 2026
- April 19, 2026 -Sunday Shacharit
- April 19, 2026 -Jewish Play Reading Series – Arnold Perl: World of Sholom Alechim
- April 19, 2026 -Minyan (Online Evening)
Sunday Shacharit
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
Jewish Play Reading Series – Arnold Perl: World of Sholom Alechim
Are you interested in plays? Come together in person from 2-4:00 on a Sunday afternoon to read and discuss a Jewish play. Each play is from a different period in Jewish history. Drop in to as many sessions as you can. Never read a script before – we’ll help you! Arnold Perl: World of Sholom... 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, April 20, 2026
- April 20, 2026 -YIVO Presents: The Future of Holocaust Memory: Poland and Beyond
- April 20, 2026 -Vermont Jewish Poets: Monthly Workshop
- April 20, 2026 -Minyan (Online Evening)
YIVO Presents: The Future of Holocaust Memory: Poland and Beyond
Holocaust distortion in Poland involves reshaping or minimizing facts about the Holocaust, often emphasizing Polish victimhood while obscuring instances of local collaboration, participation, or indifference. It appears in political rhetoric, memory laws, public commemorations, and attacks on critical scholarship. YIVO’s Poland vs. Holocaust History series examines these dynamics and situates the Polish case within a... Read More
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 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.
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, April 21, 2026
- April 21, 2026 -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, April 22, 2026
- April 22, 2026 -Midweek Mah Jongg
- April 22, 2026 -Mah Jongg Beginner Class – Wednesday
- April 22, 2026 -Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
- April 22, 2026 -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
Mah Jongg Beginner Class – Wednesday
Join our beginner Mah Jongg class, taught by Lynda Siegel. Wednesdays, 1:30pm - 3:30pm: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20 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
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, April 23, 2026
- April 23, 2026 -Minyan (Online Evening)
- April 23, 2026 -Religious / Spiritual Committee Meeting
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
Friday, April 24, 2026
- April 24, 2026Yom HaAtzmaut at Temple Sinai
Yom HaAtzmaut at Temple Sinai
Come celebrate Israel's Independence Day with Ohavi Zedek and Temple Sinai. Join together for a short service and Ma'agal, circle of singing of prayer. To attend virtually, please use this Zoom link.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
- April 25, 2026 -Torah Study
- April 25, 2026 -Shabbat Morning Services
- April 25, 2026 -Song Circle and Havdalah
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 their own torah commentaries to share.
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.
Song Circle and Havdalah
Please join us as we welcome visiting Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell for a song circle led by our own Gigi Weisman, followed by ma'ariv and havdalah co-led by Rabbi Jordan and Rabbi Ariel. Snacks and joy provided!