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Welcome to Beth Jacob Synagogue

An independent congregation in Vermont's capital city.

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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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SaturdaySat, 28 JanJanuary, 2023

A Year with Moses: Weekly Torah study (zoom)

Shabbat, Jan 28th 3:00p to 4:00pAll are welcome to join Aodhan Tomecko on Zoom for a weekly discussion to reflect on the week's Torah portion together.

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SundaySun, 29 JanJanuary, 2023

Leyenkrayz- Yiddish reading circle (zoom)

Sunday, Jan 29th 5:30p to 6:30pJoin us as we continue following the adventures and misadventures of Labzik, the Bolshevik hintele. Grammar will be covered within the context of the story. New session meets for six weeks from Sundays 7-8 PM ET from 1/15 - 12/18.

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TuesdayTue, 31 JanJanuary, 2023

Crossword 101 (Zoom)

Tuesday, Jan 31st 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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TuesdayTue, 31 JanJanuary, 2023

Beginner Yiddish Series (Zoom)

Tuesday, Jan 31st 6:00p to 7:00pLearn the Yiddish alef-beys and develop your Yiddish reading and pronunciation skills. Some basic grammar and cursive writing will be covered. Reading material supplied by instructor.

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SaturdaySat, 4 FebFebruary, 2023

Community Shabbat with Rabbi David Fainsilber (jn person)

Shabbat, Feb 4th 10:00a to 12:00pJoin Rabbi David Fainsilber from JCOGS and the Hebrew school program for a morning shabbat service.

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SundaySun, 19 FebFebruary, 2023

Family Sunday Program- Celebrate Tu B'Shevat!

Sunday, Feb 19th 10:00a to 11:30aFamilies with children of all ages are invited to join Paul Markowitz to learn about the holiday of Tu B'Shevat and celebrate the birthday of the trees!

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SundaySun, 9 AprApril, 2023

Passover Palooza (in person)

Sunday, Apr 9th 10:00a to 11:30aThe Family Sunday Program is invited to celebrate Passover with a special Passover Palooza!

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SaturdaySat, 4 FebFebruary, 2023

Community Shabbat with Rabbi David Fainsilber (jn person)

Shabbat, Feb 4th 10:00a to 12:00pJoin Rabbi David Fainsilber from JCOGS and the Hebrew school program for a morning shabbat service.

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SundaySun, 5 FebFebruary, 2023

Tu B'Shevat Seder (in person)

Sunday, Feb 5th 4:00p to 5:30pJoin us around the table to celebrate the New Year for Trees! Although it's winter in North America, in Israel the almond trees are blooming. With stories, teachings, and seven species of fruit, we mark the official birthday of the trees.

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FridayFri, 10 FebFebruary, 2023

Kabbalat Shabbat Service (in person and zoom)

Friday, Feb 10th 5:30p to 6:30pJoin us to welcome Shabbat with a Kabbalat Shabbat service led by Rabbi Shana Margolin. Momentous Torah teaching this week: We gather at Mt Sinai with all Jews past, present and future to receive the Torah.

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FridayFri, 17 FebFebruary, 2023

Three Blessings and a Potluck (in person)

Friday, Feb 17th 6:00p to 7:00pIt's back! Join our host Michele Clark to celebrate Shabbat by saying the Shabbat blessings and enjoying a potluck dinner together. Bring a vegetarian or dairy dish to share, and enjoy our first indoor potluck together in 3 years!

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Mah Jongg Night(4 Photos)

Sat, January 28 2023 6 Shevat 5783