Love the Stranger: Music and Learning Series
Love the Stranger: Music and Learning
What does it mean to love the stranger? Join us for a musical exploration of this important Jewish tenet that extends far beyond Judaism and connects us all.
We are happy to announce we have a new scheduled date- Join us Sunday January 15 at 4pm!
"You Were Strangers” – a music performance and discussion with Julia Ostrov and Kristen Plylar-Moore
Sunday, Jan. 15, 4pm in person at Beth Jacob Synagogue
Join us for an afternoon of original music, text study, and discussion led by singer Julia Ostrov and songwriter Kristen Plylar-Moore, with special guests and beloved local musicians Mary Bonhag, singer, and D. Davis, guitarist.
We will learn more about the important Jewish tenet, ‘love the stranger,’ that calls on us to see our own stories reflected in the experiences of others. For a listen in advance of the program, you can watch this music video of Kristen’s original song “You Were Strangers,” which was released in solidarity with HIAS in honor of National Refugee Shabbat.
Sunday, Jan. 15, 4pm in person at Beth Jacob Synagogue
Join us for an afternoon of original music, text study, and discussion led by singer Julia Ostrov and songwriter Kristen Plylar-Moore, with special guests and beloved local musicians Mary Bonhag, singer, and D. Davis, guitarist.
We will learn more about the important Jewish tenet, ‘love the stranger,’ that calls on us to see our own stories reflected in the experiences of others. For a listen in advance of the program, you can watch this music video of Kristen’s original song “You Were Strangers,” which was released in solidarity with HIAS in honor of National Refugee Shabbat.
This series is made possible by a generous grant from the Covenant Foundation and Jewish Communities of Vermont. We also want to thank our co-sponsors- CVRAN, JCVT, Unitarian Church of Montpelier, Old Meeting House and Jewish Community of Greater Stowe.
Please let us know you are coming below!
Tue, October 22 2024
20 Tishrei 5785
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Wednesday ,
OctOctober 23 , 2024
Wednesday, Oct 23rd 2:00p to 3:30p
Beginners are invited to learn how to play Mah Jongg from beloved community member, Janet Starr! -
Thursday ,
OctOctober 24 , 2024
Thursday, Oct 24th 3:00p to 4:00p
Please 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. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 25 , 2024
Friday, Oct 25th 1:30p to 3:00p
Mah Jongg is back! Join in on the fun with this beloved tile-based game. -
Saturday ,
OctOctober 26 , 2024
Shabbat, Oct 26th 10:00a to 12:00p
Join us for Shabbat Bereshit just days after Simchat Torah! Rabbi Shana Margolin leads a hybrid service as we start Torah over again. Service is for all ages at 10:00am with an oneg to follow. RSVP below! -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 27 , 2024
Sunday, Oct 27th 1:30p to 2:30p
Join Randi Hacker and learn the Yiddish alphabet. This class is geared toward those who have not studied Yiddish before or who want to brush up on their Yiddish reading skills. By the end of the six weeks, students will come away with some basic vocabulary and be able to read selections from Yiddishe Kinder Alef. Register below!
Tue, October 22 2024 20 Tishrei 5785