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From Generation to Generation
Apr
28
Southern VT, ADULT ED

From Generation to Generation

Meet Michelle Weinfeld, Author of From Generation to Generation

Six million Jews were murdered in the Holocaust, but Michelle Weinfeld's grandfather survived. From Generation to Generation explores the intersection of values, history, and identity. It answers

questions such as:

How are we influenced by the generations that came before us?

How do we embrace religion and culture in a secular society?

What is necessary for self acceptance?

Come hear Michelle tell her family story!

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And Then They Came For Me- Remembering the world of Anne Frank
May
5
Yom Hashoah, ADULT ED, Central Vermont

And Then They Came For Me- Remembering the world of Anne Frank

VERMONT HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL (VTHM), JEWISH COMMUNITY OF GREATER STOWE (JCOGS) TO PRESENT 

A VERMONT STAGE THEATER PERFORMANCE ON HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY

“AND THEN THEY CAME FOR ME—Remembering the World of Anne Frank”


Calendar Note: This free educational event is suitable for Vermonters in grade 6 and up.  Advance registration is required--space is limited.

WHAT: The Vermont Holocaust Memorial, a nonprofit working to advance Holocaust education in Vermont, in partnership with JCOGS, is pleased to present a multimedia reading performance that is part oral history, part dramatic action, part direct address, part remembrance. “And Then They Came for Me” is like an historic newsreel brought to life. The presentation is sponsored in part by Vermont Humanities, the Greater Stowe Interfaith Coalition, and is part of Temple Sinai’s “HALT (((H8)))” initiative.

WHEN: Sunday, May 5th, 4:00 to 6:30 pm. The play will last for 90 minutes with no intermission. The event will also include traditional memorial prayers and a candle lighting ceremony. An interactive, optional “talk back” about the rise of antisemitism will follow the performance.

LOCATION: Jewish Community of Greater Stowe (JCOGS), 1189 Cape Cod Road, Stowe, VT 

COST: Free to the public. Advance registration required at: https://www.jcogs.org/event/yom-hashoah1.html

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Mother’s Day on the Farm
May
12
kids, Central Vermont, Social

Mother’s Day on the Farm

Music and farm fun for the family

Families with young children are invited to honor our mothers and Mother Earth with a morning on the farm. We’ll share in song, story, and the joys of planting in the spring. Some of what is planted will be donated to the local food pantry. 

When: Sunday, May 12 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Where: Living Tree Alliance, under the tent in the field, park at 96 Living Tree Lane
Who: Young children (1–7 years old) and their families; older siblings welcome

We’ll start the morning with song and movement under the tent with Miss Andrea from Musical Munchkins. 

Then, we’ll have fun on the farm:

  • Decorating and planting flowerpots to give to moms and grandmothers

  • Planting veggies in the garden that will be harvested later for the food shelf

  • Visiting farm animals

While children are enjoying the farm with LTA’s farm educators, parents are invited for a discussion about bringing meaningful ritual into your child’s life with educator Melanie Grubman.

 

Schedule 

10–10:45 am:  Musical Munchkins with Miss Andrea (geared for families of young children with farm & mother themes)  
10:45 am: Healthy snack time  
11am–12 pm: Decorate flowerpots for mom, plant veggies for the food bank 
12–12:30 pm: bring your own picnic lunch to eat under the tent with short discussion about bringing ritual in your own home


Many thanks to our sponsors: Jewish Communities of VT and JCOGS.


Registration coming soon

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FUN VENER VELT
May
16
Arts, Chittenden County

FUN VENER VELT

Ohavi Zedek is pleased to welcome our recent visiting clergy member Rabbi Jessca Kate Meyer (vocals) and Boston-based musicians Hankus Netsky (piano) and Itay Dayan(clarinet).  Their trio is called Fun Yener Velt” (“From Another World”).

Join us for a spirited performance to benefit OZ’s Full Circle Preschool.

Soulful Jewish melodies rescued from a Carpathian farming village

Joyfully raucous Klezmer and Yiddish theater tunes

and a few surprises…

 

Join us beforehand for a wine & cheese benefit art show reception at 6:30 pm.


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Antisemitism Workgroup
May
19
Chittenden County, ADULT ED

Antisemitism Workgroup

HOW DO YOU DEFINE ANTISEMITISM? HOW ARE WE IMPACTED? WHAT’S NEXT?

An Event Sponsored by OZ’s Kulanu Committee

Kulanu is Hebrew for “all of us”. OZ is one of more than 250 synagogues participating in Kulanu, a program sponsored by ADL.

BAGELS AND COFFEE AT 9:15

WORKSHOP 9:30 TO 11:30 AM

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JCOGS 30th Birthday
Sep
7
Social, Central

JCOGS 30th Birthday

HISTORY OF JCOGS

Incorporated in 1995, the Jewish Community of Greater Stowe (JCOGS) began as a collection of Jewish families meeting for observance in homes, hotel rooms and at the Baggy Knees Shopping Center. In 2005, thanks to the leadership of Marvin Gameroff and many generous donors, the community opened its beautiful current space on Cape Cod Road in Stowe. During JCOGS’ early years, Rabbi Brian Besser provided the community with inspiring spiritual leadership. In 2014, JCOGS transitioned to a new phase of vibrancy and growth with the arrival of Rabbi David Fainsilber, the community’s first full-time ordained rabbi living in the area. With his soulful music and dynamic style, Rabbi David provides the community with all that a full-time ordained spiritual leader has to offer, including weekly sabbath services, lifecycle events, social and educational programming, and comprehensive pastoral care. Over the years, JCOGS has formed close bonds with the area’s other religious centers, highlighted by this past year’s interfaith trip to Israel with the Stowe Community Church and St. John’s Episcopal Church. JCOGS is now a thriving multi-generational community center that fosters Jewish engagement, learning, arts, culture, and a vibrant future for a diverse range of individuals and families across North-Central Vermont. As part of its mission, JCOGS addresses issues of social justice, advocates for awareness and support for unhoused people, and stands up against antisemitism, bigotry, and prejudice of all types.

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Pot Luck Community Seder
Apr
23
holiday, Chittenden County

Pot Luck Community Seder

2nd Night Passover Seder

Thank you all for your responses to the Temple Sinai Seder. A reminder that a Passover Seder is on Tuesday April 23rd in the Weisbein Social Hall at Temple Sinai.

We will be sending out a sign-up for dishes to bring to the Seder when it gets closer (April 11th).

Chicken will be provided by Temple Sinai as our main meal. 

Reminders:

1) Everyone should bring their own wine (for the blessings and to drink), juice , or other beverage. Also - please bring one box of Matzah per family.

2) We are asking for each family to donate $10 for clean-up.

3) Seder plates will not be provided - please let us know if you will bring your plate and the components.

 

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Second Night Seder
Apr
23
holiday, Central Vermont

Second Night Seder

Why is JCOGS’s 2nd night Passover seder different from other nights?  

Rabbi David Returns from Sabbatical!

JOIN US TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 5:30pm-7:30pm

 Register by Thursday, April 11th

Early bird pricing ($36) ends Tuesday, April 2nd

Adults $45 | Children 11-18 $18 | Under 11 Free

 A fully catered, interactive, participatory, musical seder co-led by Rabbi David and Rabbinic Intern Emmanuel Cantor.  With childminding and plenty of seder resources for our children!  Everyone is invited!

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The Listening Project
Apr
21
ADULT ED, Central Vermont

The Listening Project

The Listening Project Continues! (in person)

Sunday, April 21, 2024 • 13 Nisan 5784

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Just in time for those potentially challenging Passover seder conversations, join us for a Listening Project practice session hosted by Andy Robinson. We'll warm up with a few listening exercises. Then we'll set up small groups to discuss whatever subjects you want to talk about: Israel and Palestine, antisemitism, how you're thinking about Judaism, etc. Come prepared to listen with curiosity and without judgment.

Registration is encouraged

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Lunch and Learn
Apr
18
ADULT ED, Chittenden County

Lunch and Learn

Lunch and Learn: The Two Lives of Henrietta Szold

Thursday, April 18, 12:00 PM

Henrietta Szold was one of the most important Jewish leaders of the 20th century. Her long life, from 1860 to 1945, spanned some of the most turbulent years in modern history. The events of that time shaped the lives of millions of people and are woven into the fabric of Szold’s life story.

Long-time OZ member Linda Kopper, who serves as President of Hadassah Vermont, will explore the “two lives” of Henrietta Szold, and discuss how her legacy lives on today.

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The Book of Israela
Apr
8
ADULT ED, Central Vermont

The Book of Israela

The Book of Israela

Monday, April 8, 2024 • 29 Adar II 5784

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Join Rabbi Rena Blumenthal, who has led BJ High Holiday services for the past two years, read from her novel, “The Book of Israela.” No prior familiarity with the book is necessary to enjoy the reading and participate in the discussion that follows. For those who would like to read the book ahead of time, a small number of copies will be available for purchase at Bear Pond bookstore. (The book is also available on Amazon in paperback and kindle editions). Light refreshment will be served at the reading. Limited copies can be purchased ahead of time at Bear Pond Books or on Amazon. Registration is encouraged!

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Beth Jacob Views the Eclipse
Apr
8
Central Vermont, Social

Beth Jacob Views the Eclipse

Join the BJ community in viewing nature’s most remarkable celestial spectacle – happening this year right in our own backyard! Rabbi Rena, who has been leading BJ High Holiday services for the past two years, will gather us in song, story and silence so that we can be fully present for the soul-awakening experience of totality. Bring eclipse glasses, a blanket or lawn chair, and your very open heart. **Rain or heavy cloud cover will, of course, cancel this event.

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The Roots Of The New Antisemitism
Apr
7
ADULT ED, Chittenden County

The Roots Of The New Antisemitism

Exploring the Politics of Contemporary

Education How can it be that many of our institutions of higher learning are grappling with outbreaks of antisemitism, even as they espouse the values of social justice and diversity? In pursuit of this question, we must delve into the prevailing ideas and ideologies that have gained prominence in the

educational arena. We will also consider what might be gained and what might still be missing from current approaches and implementations of critical theory as we strive for greater tolerance, understanding,

and healing across all communities.

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The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel
Apr
7
ADULT ED, Arts, Southern

The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel

The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel

A Documentary Screening and Discussion

This film combines archive footage -much of which has never before been shown - with Ertel's

own brave telling of his extraordinary odyssey. A true story so bold, brave, and beautiful, it will restore your faith that humanity can survive even the darkest days.

Filmmaker Joseph Cahn will join us live on screen for Q & A following the screening.

Suggested donation - $10.00

Reservations recommended.

Email cbevtoffice@gmail.com to reserve a seat.

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Mar
24

The Listening Project: 60 Conversations with Jews About Israel and Palestine

In response to the attacks of October 7 and subsequent events, Andy Robinson took his cue from Erica Heilman of the Rumble Strip podcast, who says, "You can be curious. You can be judgmental. But you can't be both at the same time.

Andy, who serves as board president of Beth Jacob Synagogue, reached out to fellow Jews, asked a lot of questions, and tried to listen more deeply. Join him as he shares what he learned from 60 conversations: how people are feeling, how they connect with Judaism, their experiences (or not) with antisemitism, their thoughts about Israel and Palestine, and possible paths to peace and reconciliation.

His next webinar is Sunday afternoon at 3:30. For the Zoom link, please reach out: andy@andyrobinsononline.com.

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Sugar and Schmooze
Mar
24
Central Vermont, Family, kids, Social

Sugar and Schmooze

Celebrate Purim and early spring in the sugarbush!

See an old-school sugar operation that the Crowley Family runs at Living Tree and share in the joy of fresh sap and syrup and the coming of spring. We’ll parade to wake up Mother Earth and honor the Jewish festival of Purim, and we’ll also celebrate with the traditional Purim customs of creating gifts for others and performing skits (in the sugarbush—Living Tree-style). Hibernation season is over, so lets celebrate! People of all faiths are welcome.

  • Come in costume, if you’d like!

  • Be prepared to walk down a muddy path to the sugar house.

  • Bring cash or check to purchase fresh maple syrup to bring home or gift to someone.

Admission based on sliding-scale donation: $8–$25 per person or $18–$54 per family suggested. Funds support community programming and outdoor education.

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