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  • <a href="https://ohavizedek.org/event/nosh2025/" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Come to Northern Nosh! </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Join Vermont's Jewish Community's largest annual gathering!</span> <a href="https://ohavizedek.org/event/nosh2025/" class="slider_link" target=""> Sign Up Here </a>
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  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/learning/youth-programs" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Youth Programs </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Enroll now for Olam Chesed Hebrew School or the Monthly Sunday Program starting in September!</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/learning/youth-programs" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/carecommittee" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Care Committee </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">We are happy to announce the formation of our Care Committee which aims to provide spiritual, social, emotional, and material support to members of our synagogue and community through the use of volunteers and local resources.</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/carecommittee" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
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Welcome to Beth Jacob Synagogue

An independent congregation in Vermont's capital city.

Learn

Deepen knowledge of Jewish heritage, culture and language in adult, youth and family programs.

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Engage

Gather for social activities and participate in community service and social action.

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Pray

Come to Shabbat and holiday services that offer opportunities for worship in a variety of styles.

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Community

Beth Jacob Synagogue is an inclusive, community-led congregation fulfilling the spiritual, educational and social needs of its members by nurturing a range of religious practices and traditions, Jewish values, and Tikkun Olam.

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Stay connected with the Jewish community of central Vermont.

SundaySun, 9 NovNovember, 2025

Northern Nosh (in person)

Sunday, Nov 9th 11:15a to 3:00pThe Northern Nosh is a collaborative project of Jewish organizations and individuals to share and celebrate Jewish food and culture. The festival is an intergenerational and family-friendly event. Our 4th annual festival will include a variety of Jewish foods lovingly made by our community members and professionals, music for kids and adults, kids crafts and other programs and activities. Join Beth Jacob and every shul in Vermont! Our table will be bagels, shmear or jam (for the dairy-free folks). We hope to see you there! Full registration can be found here.

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TuesdayTue, 11 NovNovember, 2025

Crossword 101 (Zoom)

Tuesday, Nov 11th 9:30a to 10:30aJoin us for a weekly opportunity to chat and do a NYT's crossword puzzle together on Zoom.

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WednesdayWed, 12 NovNovember, 2025

Mah Jongg Class for Beginners (in person)

Wednesday, Nov 12th 2:00p to 3:30pBeginners are invited to learn how to play Mah Jongg!

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ThursdayThu, 13 NovNovember, 2025

Meditation (in person)

Thursday, Nov 13th 3:00p to 4:00pPlease join us as we sing a short song from the Psalms, sit for twenty minutes, walk for ten minutes, then sing another Hebrew song. Sometimes a brief discussion follows. Words to songs are supplied in Hebrew and transliteration. All are welcomed whatever your experience may be. We do not offer instructions or guided meditations.

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SundaySun, 9 NovNovember, 2025

Northern Nosh (in person)

Sunday, Nov 9th 11:15a to 3:00pThe Northern Nosh is a collaborative project of Jewish organizations and individuals to share and celebrate Jewish food and culture. The festival is an intergenerational and family-friendly event. Our 4th annual festival will include a variety of Jewish foods lovingly made by our community members and professionals, music for kids and adults, kids crafts and other programs and activities. Join Beth Jacob and every shul in Vermont! Our table will be bagels, shmear or jam (for the dairy-free folks). We hope to see you there! Full registration can be found here.

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SundaySun, 14 DecDecember, 2025

Chanukah Party!

Sunday, Dec 14th 4:00p to 7:00p

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ThursdayThu, 2 AprApril, 2026

Passover Community Seder (in person)

Thursday, Apr 2nd 5:00p to 9:00pWelcome to our 2025 Community Seder! Our Seder will begin at 5:00pm, with potluck dinner being served around 7:00pm. Kosher-for-Passover vegetarian or dairy dishes are welcome! Matzoh ball soup will be provided. Regular and gluten-free matzoh will be available. Space is limited. Registration is required by March 26. RSVP below!

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SundaySun, 9 NovNovember, 2025

Northern Nosh (in person)

Sunday, Nov 9th 11:15a to 3:00pThe Northern Nosh is a collaborative project of Jewish organizations and individuals to share and celebrate Jewish food and culture. The festival is an intergenerational and family-friendly event. Our 4th annual festival will include a variety of Jewish foods lovingly made by our community members and professionals, music for kids and adults, kids crafts and other programs and activities. Join Beth Jacob and every shul in Vermont! Our table will be bagels, shmear or jam (for the dairy-free folks). We hope to see you there! Full registration can be found here.

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FridayFri, 14 NovNovember, 2025

Kabbalat Shabbat (in person)

Friday, Nov 14th 5:30p to 7:00pJoin us for a Kabbalat Shabbat service at 7:00pm led by Jessica Ettinger.

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SundaySun, 16 NovNovember, 2025

Faces of Aces: Post-Traumatic Stress & Resilience (in person)

Sunday, Nov 16th 2:00p to 4:00pJoin us as we learn about the cutting-edge science of trauma and resilience through the documentary "Faces of Aces" (Adverse Childhood Experiences). This will be followed by a discussion and demonstration of some simple techniquesthat regulate stress. All are welcome! Registration is encouraged.

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FridayFri, 21 NovNovember, 2025

Kabbalat Shabbat (in person)

Friday, Nov 21st 5:30p to 7:00pJoin us for a Kabbalat Shabbat service led by Phyllis Rubenstein at 5:30pm.

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All Upcoming Events

Purim 2019(5 Photos)

Paint and Nosh!(5 Photos)

Mah Jongg Night(4 Photos)

Sat, November 8 2025 17 Cheshvan 5786