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  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/celebrate-passover.html" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Celebrate Passover with Beth Jacob Synagogue </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">This year our Passover celebrations will be virtual but no less meaningful, we hope you will join us.</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/celebrate-passover.html" class="slider_link" target=""> Learn More </a>
  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/calendar" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Let's Stay Connected! </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Whether you are looking for an adult learning program, a family gathering or a Shabbat service- you can find it on our calendar!</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/calendar" class="slider_link" target=""> See the Beth Jacob calendar </a>
  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/keeping-our-community-healthy.html#" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Keeping Our Community Healthy </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">We are mindful of the fact that many members of our community fall in at-risk groups for contracting COVID-19 and we are working on opening Beth Jacob Synagogue in a way that is safe for all. We now have some opportunities for in-person gathering as well as some zoom gatherings on our calendar. To learn more about how to keep our community healthy please click below.</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/keeping-our-community-healthy.html#" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/form/bj-covid-19-support-network.html" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> BJ COVID-19 Support Network </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Do you need some support? Can you offer support to someone in need? The Beth Jacob Community is here for you! Please fill out the following form to help strengthen our community ties and care for one another.</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/form/bj-covid-19-support-network.html" class="slider_link" target=""> Fill out form </a>
  • <a href="/pray" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Worship </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Join us in various opportunities for Jewish worship.</span> <a href="/pray" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/learn/youth-programs/sunday-program#" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Hebrew School </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">It's not too late to register for Hebrew School!</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/learn/youth-programs/sunday-program#" 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, 7 MarMarch, 2021

Yiddish- Beginners Bootcamp

Sunday, Mar 7th 3:00p to 4:00pJoin educator Randi Hacker for a fun 4 week series to learn the basics of Yiddish! No experience necessary, we will be starting at the beginning.

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SundaySun, 7 MarMarch, 2021

Yiddish Class Series- Intermediate (Zoom)

Sunday, Mar 7th 4:00p to 5:30pJoin educator Randi Hacker for a 6 week series to dive deeper into our Yiddish learning! This class series is primarily aimed at returning students, or people who have some background in Yiddish, though all are welcome.

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TuesdayTue, 9 MarMarch, 2021

Crossword 101 (Zoom)

Tuesday, Mar 9th 11:00a to 12:00pJoin us on Zoom for a chance to chat and do a crossword puzzle together.

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SundaySun, 14 MarMarch, 2021

Yiddish Class Series- Intermediate (Zoom)

Sunday, Mar 14th 4:00p to 5:30pJoin educator Randi Hacker for a 6 week series to dive deeper into our Yiddish learning! This class series is primarily aimed at returning students, or people who have some background in Yiddish, though all are welcome.

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TuesdayTue, 16 MarMarch, 2021

Musical Passover Seder for kids

Tuesday, Mar 16th 5:00p to 6:00pPJ Library in VT and Jkids radio presents an all-star musical Passover seder for kids! Join us to hear fun music from Nefesh Mountain, Joanie Leeds, Elana Jagoda and many more!

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SundaySun, 21 MarMarch, 2021

Passover Cooking Class for kids!

Sunday, Mar 21st 5:00p to 6:00pJoin Chef Nadav on Zoom to learn a fun new Passover recipe to make at home! We will be cooking along side the chef on Zoom. All are welcome but this program is primarily geared to kids ages 6-13.

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FridayFri, 26 MarMarch, 2021

Virtual Family Shabbat (Zoom)

Friday, Mar 26th 5:45p to 6:15pJoin Leah Kittredge and PJ Library in VT on Zoom to welcome Shabbat and celebrate Purim. We will say the Shabbat blessings, sing songs and share about our weeks.

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FridayFri, 5 MarMarch, 2021

Kabbalat Shabbat Service (Zoom)

Friday, Mar 5th 5:30p to 6:30pJoin Emma Stuhl for a song-filled Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv. We'll use the Lev Shalem siddur, which offers hebrew, english, lots of transliterations, and interesting readings. Feel free to come and go as you are able!

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SaturdaySat, 13 MarMarch, 2021

Shabbat Morning Service (Zoom)

Shabbat, Mar 13th 9:00a to 10:00aJoin us on Zoom for a Shabbat morning service led by Michael Chernick.

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FridayFri, 19 MarMarch, 2021

Secular Humanist Service (Zoom)

Friday, Mar 19th 7:00p to 7:30pJoin leader Matt Levin to welcome Shabbat with a Secular Humanist service. This participatory service in English embraces a human-centered philosophy that combines the celebration of Jewish culture, values, traditions, and identity with an adherence to humanistic values and ideas.

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FridayFri, 26 MarMarch, 2021

3 Blessings and a Shabbat Schmooze (Zoom)

Friday, Mar 26th 6:00p to 6:30pJoin us on Zoom to welcome Shabbat with 3 blessings and a Shabbat Schmooze hosted by Phil and Marj Zunder. We will say the 3 blessings together for Shabbat and then have some time to schmooze and catch up on one another's weeks.

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Mah Jongg Night(4 Photos)

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