Historical Resources
Historical Resources
Lists and maps of the first Jews in Montpelier, according to Montpelier city censuses
- 1895 (pdf) (map)
- 1905 (pdf) (map)
- 1915 (pdf) (map)
- Jews in Montpelier for more than one census (pdf)
Essays about early members of Beth Jacob Synagogoue
- Life and Times of Harris Yett, 1868-1922, by Alan Kaufman, 1994
- Cemetery Mystery Laid to Rest (unmarked grave dating from 1907), by Alan Kaufman, 1994
- Showdown between Mayor James Boutwell and the Jews of Montpelier (1914 Sunday Blue Laws), by Alan Kaufman, 1994
- Israel Cohen, Blacksmith, by Paul Carnahan 2001
Original documents
- Burlington rabbi encourages Montpelier Jews to build a synagogue
- 1913 congregational rules
- "Visit to Beth-Jacob Synagogue," Washington World, August 3, 1972
Sun, April 18 2021
6 Iyyar 5781
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Sunday ,
AprApril 18 , 2021
Sunday, Apr 18th 7:00p to 8:30p
Join 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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AprApril 20 , 2021
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AprApril 21 , 2021
Wednesday, Apr 21st 7:00p to 8:00p
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AprApril 22 , 2021
Thursday, Apr 22nd 6:30p to 7:30p
Jewish Values & Social Action: An Exploration in 3 Parts. A three-part series to learn and explore Jewish teachings that inform the foundation for social action. Based on the Ḥevruta-style of study, participants will review selected materials prior to each session and then discuss, in small groups, the ideas and ideals presented. Questions to spark conversation will be included. -
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AprApril 23 , 2021
Friday, Apr 23rd 5:45p to 6:15p
Join Leah Kittredge and PJ Library in VT on Zoom to welcome Shabbat. We will say the Shabbat blessings, sing songs and share about our weeks.
Sun, April 18 2021 6 Iyyar 5781