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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>
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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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What's Happening

Stay connected with the Jewish community of central Vermont.

TuesdayTue, 1 AprApril, 2025

Crossword 101 (Zoom)

Tuesday, Apr 1st 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, 2 AprApril, 2025

Mah Jongg Class for Beginners (in person)

Wednesday, Apr 2nd 2:00p to 3:30pBeginners are invited to learn how to play Mah Jongg from beloved community member, Janet Starr!

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ThursdayThu, 3 AprApril, 2025

Meditation (in person)

Thursday, Apr 3rd 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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FridayFri, 4 AprApril, 2025

Mah Jongg Group (in person)

Friday, Apr 4th 1:30p to 3:00pMah Jongg is back! Join in on the fun with this beloved tile-based game.

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FridayFri, 4 AprApril, 2025

3 Blessings & A Potluck (in person)

Friday, Apr 4th 6:00p to 8:00pJoin us for our next 3 Blessings & a Potluck. Host TBA! Bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to share. Please RSVP below and we look forward to seeing you there!

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SundaySun, 13 AprApril, 2025

Passover Community Seder (in person)

Sunday, Apr 13th 5:00p to 9:00pRegistration and details to come... Registration is required, deadline for which is April 4. If for any reason registration comes late, please contact Sarah by email.

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SundaySun, 27 AprApril, 2025

History of Yiddish Film (in person)

Sunday, Apr 27th 1:00p to 3:00pStarting in silent movies and extending to today’s hit series “Menasha” and “Unorthodox,” Yiddish language films started as an attempt to entertain the Jewish masses only to become a powerful visual and esthetic record on 20th/21st century Jewry. Covering over a dozen films all with newly composed sub-titles, author/producer Henry Sapoznik and Rick Winston, Vermont's favorite movie maven, talk not only about the great stars of the Yiddish stage and screen (Molly Picon, Maurice Schwartz) but also shed light on the nearly lost legacy of pioneers like producer/director Joseph Seiden and director Edgar G. Ulmer (better known for his gritty, low budget film noirs) who helped will Yiddish films into existence despite tremendous odds during its brief “Golden Age” In addition to films made by and for the immigrant Jewish community, their talk will also focus on how Yiddish was presented in mainstream Hollywood films featuring James Cagney, Joe E. Brown and the Three Stooges. Sign up below!

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TuesdayTue, 23 SepSeptember, 2025

Rosh Hashanah Morning Service (hybrid)

Tuesday, Sep 23rd 9:00a to 12:30pDetails TBA.

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FridayFri, 4 AprApril, 2025

3 Blessings & A Potluck (in person)

Friday, Apr 4th 6:00p to 8:00pJoin us for our next 3 Blessings & a Potluck. Host TBA! Bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to share. Please RSVP below and we look forward to seeing you there!

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SundaySun, 13 AprApril, 2025

Passover Community Seder (in person)

Sunday, Apr 13th 5:00p to 9:00pRegistration and details to come... Registration is required, deadline for which is April 4. If for any reason registration comes late, please contact Sarah by email.

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FridayFri, 18 AprApril, 2025

Kabbalat Shabbat (in person)

Friday, Apr 18th 7:00p to 8:30pJoin us for a Kabbalat Shabbat service at 7:00pm. Service leader TBA. RSVP below!

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FridayFri, 25 AprApril, 2025

Kabbalat Shabbat (hybrid)

Friday, Apr 25th 7:00p to 8:30pJoin us for a Kabbalat Shabbat service at 7:00pm led by Rabbi Shana Margolin. RSVP below!

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All Upcoming Events

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