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  • <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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SundaySun, 16 MarMarch, 2025

Purim Party!

Sunday, Mar 16th 5:00p to 7:00pCome celebrate Purim with us! Our annual Purim Party is fun for all ages. Come in costume (if you want!) Get ready for tzedekah box decorating, listening to a portion of the megillah in both English and Hebrew, and of course, stay for pizza and hamantaschen! Registration is required. Please RSVP below!

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TuesdayTue, 18 MarMarch, 2025

Crossword 101 (Zoom)

Tuesday, Mar 18th 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, 19 MarMarch, 2025

Mah Jongg Class for Beginners (in person)

Wednesday, Mar 19th 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, 20 MarMarch, 2025

Meditation (in person)

Thursday, Mar 20th 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, 16 MarMarch, 2025

Purim Party!

Sunday, Mar 16th 5:00p to 7:00pCome celebrate Purim with us! Our annual Purim Party is fun for all ages. Come in costume (if you want!) Get ready for tzedekah box decorating, listening to a portion of the megillah in both English and Hebrew, and of course, stay for pizza and hamantaschen! Registration is required. Please RSVP below!

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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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TuesdayTue, 23 SepSeptember, 2025

Rosh Hashanah Morning Service (hybrid)

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

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SundaySun, 16 MarMarch, 2025

Purim Party!

Sunday, Mar 16th 5:00p to 7:00pCome celebrate Purim with us! Our annual Purim Party is fun for all ages. Come in costume (if you want!) Get ready for tzedekah box decorating, listening to a portion of the megillah in both English and Hebrew, and of course, stay for pizza and hamantaschen! Registration is required. Please RSVP below!

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FridayFri, 21 MarMarch, 2025

Kabbalat Shabbat (hybrid)

Friday, Mar 21st 7:00p to 8:30pJoin us for a Kabbalat Shabbat offered hybrid with Rabbi Shana Margolin. Service begins at 7:00pm. Zoom link can be found here. Please RSVP below!

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FridayFri, 28 MarMarch, 2025

Kabbalat Shabbat (in person)

Friday, Mar 28th 7:00p to 8:30pJoin us for a Kabbalat Shabbat led by Jessica Ettinger. Service begins at 7:00pm. Please RSVP below!

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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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