Simchat Torah Celebration
Join Temple Sinai in rolling back the Torah! There will be parading, dancing and singing as we joyously celebrate Simchat Torah. This event is open to everyone of all ages.
The entire Temple Community is Welcome!
The Schedule:
5:00pm Oneg with snacks for everyone; kids and adults alike!
Sukkot Family Presstival
Sukkot Family Presstival - Sunday October 12, 10am
Join us for a morning of apple pressing and Sukkot festivities!
-Apple and leaf printing
-Make your own lulav
-Sukkah building with blocks and loose parts
-Cider pressing (bring your own cup/jug)
-Bagel brunch at 11:45am
Hosted by Jewish Journeys and Full Circle Preschool
Rosh Hashanah by the Lake 2025 with Ohavi Zedek
Enjoy Jewish stories, skits and songs, hear the shofar sound, dip apples in honey, and more in a warm, joyful setting!
Jewish? Adjacent? Curious? Join OZ for this day of Awe-some! This friendly event is suitable for those ages 0 to 118.
Orchard Tot Shabbat
Orchard Tot Shabbat is co-hosted by UVJC/Kol Ha’Emek & Shir Shalom Woodstock
Age 0-6, all ages welcome
Shir Shalom Shavuot Service
Live Shavuot Service with Rabbi Ilene Haigh Blessing new babies & 12th graders
Tuesday, June 11 6 pm
Join us as we celebrate the blessing of the "first Fruits" and bless all of our children. Please bring the first cuttings from your garden and a dairy treat for oneg.
In the Sanctuary and on Zoom. Click here to join.
Shavuot on the Farm
Shavuot on the Farm on June 11–13
Celebrate Shavuot with Living Tree! This two-night festival will offer Jewish teachings, communal prayer, delicious farm-grown food, and the beauty of Vermont in the summer.
Our program will be led by Living Tree staff and some incredible Jewish wisdom-keepers. The first night will feature learning programs through the evening as we celebrate the receiving of Torah at Mt. Sinai. On Shavuot day, we’ll immerse in embodied movement, have a holiday Torah service, enjoy free time in nature, and cap it off with a heart-opening cacao ceremony. Our closing morning will feature a guided nature experience.
All meals are included, and participants have the option to camp overnight.
Shavuot on the Mountain
Join us June 9, three days before Shavuot, as we hike to the Mountain Chapel on Mt. Mansfield to prepare for this holiday of first fruits and receiving the Torah!
We’ll gather at the Stowe Mountain Resort, then make our way up the mountain, finding the first fruits of Vermont (spring wildflowers like trout lilies and trilium) and enjoying community, contemplation, and the beauty of nature. At the Mountain Chapel, we’ll share in a bikkurim (first fruits) parade and songs in the chapel with Rabbi David and JCOGS educators. Seeking musicians to help support the parade with joy.
When: June 9, 9:30 a.m.
Where: Meet outside the Mansfield Lodge at Stowe Mountain Resort
Details:
Hike is 1.5 miles each way, and is moderate but accessible for kids and families.
Prepare to be on the mountain for about 3 hours.
Event will run rain or shine!
What to bring: filled water bottles, backpack, bug repellant, rain gear, hat, sunscreen, snacks
We will provide: fun and reflective programming along the way, community building, songs, Shavuot teachings, smiles, fruit, and chocolate.
We are grateful for our co-sponsors: Jewish Communities of VT and Jewish Community of Greater Stowe (JCOGS).