Love the Stranger: Music and Learning Series
Love the Stranger: Music and Learning
What does it mean to love the stranger? Join us for a musical exploration of this important Jewish tenet that extends far beyond Judaism and connects us all.
We are happy to announce we have a new scheduled date- Join us Sunday January 15 at 4pm!
Sunday, Jan. 15, 4pm in person at Beth Jacob Synagogue
Join us for an afternoon of original music, text study, and discussion led by singer Julia Ostrov and songwriter Kristen Plylar-Moore, with special guests and beloved local musicians Mary Bonhag, singer, and D. Davis, guitarist.
We will learn more about the important Jewish tenet, ‘love the stranger,’ that calls on us to see our own stories reflected in the experiences of others. For a listen in advance of the program, you can watch this music video of Kristen’s original song “You Were Strangers,” which was released in solidarity with HIAS in honor of National Refugee Shabbat.
Please let us know you are coming below!
Sat, February 22 2025
24 Shevat 5785
Upcoming Events
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2025
Sunday, Feb 23rd 9:30a to 11:00a
All ages are welcome to take an all-levels snowshoe hike with Sarah Villanueva from 9:30am-11:00pm. at North Branch Nature Center. Join naturalist Fiona Modrak for a guided hike where we discuss the local ecology of central Vermont and discuss how animals endure our winters! Please dress for the cold. Snowshoes are available for rent upon arrival. Bringing your own is also welcome! Registration required for snowhoe count. We hope to see you there! North Branch Nature Center 713 Elm St Montpelier, VT 05602 -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2025
Sunday, Feb 23rd 1:00p to 3:00p
Join Vermont Forest Cemetery board member and natural burial advocate Jim Hogle for a screening of our documentary From Earth to Earth: The Lost Art of Dying in America at the Beth Jacob! Following the screening there will be a Q&A session to answer all of your natural burial questions. If you are not familiar with the Vermont Forest Cemetery, you can find more information here. Light refreshment during screening. Donations encouraged. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 25 , 2025
Tuesday, Feb 25th 9:30a to 10:30a
Join us for a weekly opportunity to chat and do a NYT's crossword puzzle together on Zoom. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 26 , 2025
Wednesday, Feb 26th 2:00p to 3:30p
Beginners are invited to learn how to play Mah Jongg from beloved community member, Janet Starr! -
Thursday ,
FebFebruary 27 , 2025
Thursday, Feb 27th 3:00p to 4:00p
Please 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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Beth Jacob Synagogue
10 Harrison Avenue
P.O. Box 1133
Montpelier, VT
Upcoming Events
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2025
Sunday, Feb 23rd 9:30a to 11:00a
All ages are welcome to take an all-levels snowshoe hike with Sarah Villanueva from 9:30am-11:00pm. at North Branch Nature Center. Join naturalist Fiona Modrak for a guided hike where we discuss the local ecology of central Vermont and discuss how animals endure our winters! Please dress for the cold. Snowshoes are available for rent upon arrival. Bringing your own is also welcome! Registration required for snowhoe count. We hope to see you there! North Branch Nature Center 713 Elm St Montpelier, VT 05602 -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2025
Sunday, Feb 23rd 1:00p to 3:00p
Join Vermont Forest Cemetery board member and natural burial advocate Jim Hogle for a screening of our documentary From Earth to Earth: The Lost Art of Dying in America at the Beth Jacob! Following the screening there will be a Q&A session to answer all of your natural burial questions. If you are not familiar with the Vermont Forest Cemetery, you can find more information here. Light refreshment during screening. Donations encouraged. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 25 , 2025
Tuesday, Feb 25th 9:30a to 10:30a
Join us for a weekly opportunity to chat and do a NYT's crossword puzzle together on Zoom. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 26 , 2025
Wednesday, Feb 26th 2:00p to 3:30p
Beginners are invited to learn how to play Mah Jongg from beloved community member, Janet Starr!
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