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Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington


A Sojourn through the Siddur
Ohavi Zedek Samuelson Saiger Sanctuary 188 North Prospect Street, BurlingtonWeek of Events
Shavuot
Shavuot
Shavuot, one of the three pilgrimage festival holidays, celebrates the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai and the harvest of First Fruits, Yom haBikkurim. Observed on the 6 and 7th days of the month of Sivan, Shavuot is a holiday commemorating a number of events simultaneously. In addition to the giving of the Torah,... Read More
Sunday, May 17, 2026
- May 17, 2026 -Sunday Shacharit
- May 17, 2026 -Jewish Journeys Learning
- May 17, 2026 -Full Circle’s May Clean-Up
- May 17, 2026 -Cub Scout Pack 118
- May 17, 2026 -Jewish Mindfulness/Meditation Sits
- May 17, 2026 -Minyan (Online Evening)
- May 17, 2026 -Israeli Dancing – Drop In
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
Cub Scout Pack 118
Scouts at OZ has launched! Families with children in grades K-5 are invited to join. Meetings are generally once a month, with many activities in the works. Learn more / sign up here.
Jewish Mindfulness/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
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 complexity and speed. See this article for more information. Join hosts Adele, Lani and Mitch and a friendly friendly group of people that gathers periodically... Read More
Monday, May 18, 2026
- May 18, 2026 -Vermont Jewish Poets: Monthly Workshop
- May 18, 2026 -Minyan (Online Evening)
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, May 19, 2026
- May 19, 2026 -OZ Board of Directors Meeting
- May 19, 2026 -Minyan (Online Evening)
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
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 20, 2026
- May 20, 2026 -Midweek Mah Jongg
- May 20, 2026 -Elders Heart to Heart Conversation Group
- May 20, 2026 -Mah Jongg Beginner Class – Wednesday
- May 20, 2026 -Evening Midweek Mah Jongg
- May 20, 2026 -Minyan (Online Evening)
- May 20, 2026 -Adult Ed Committee Meeting
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
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
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
Adult Ed Committee Meeting
Those interested in joining or learning more about Adult Education should contact Nancy at [email protected]
Thursday, May 21, 2026
- May 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
Friday, May 22, 2026
- May 22, 2026 -Dinner & Discuss – Journeys to Judaism: a Community Conversation on Conversion
Dinner & Discuss – Journeys to Judaism: a Community Conversation on Conversion
Dinner & Discuss (D&D) is a new Friday night Shabbat experience that brings people together around food, conversation, and learning. Designed to be welcoming and discussion-focused, the evening begins with a community potluck, continues with a facilitated discussion featuring voices from within our community, and concludes with a quick ma'ariv, evening service. As part of... Read More
Saturday, May 23, 2026
- May 23, 2026 -Torah Study
- May 23, 2026 -Shabbat Morning Services
- May 23, 2026A Sojourn through the Siddur
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.
A Sojourn through the Siddur
Let’s take a sojourn through the siddur! Together, we will take our time, going page by page to better understand our prayers, their meaning, structure, theology, choreography, and any questions you can think of. All are welcome to participate, with all texts being available in translation and no background knowledge necessary! Saturdays, at 12:45 PM... Read More