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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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  • <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/event/beginner-yiddish-with-randi-hacker.html" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Beginner's Yiddish with Randi Hacker: May 26! </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Join a beginner Yiddish class that focuses on learning the alef-beys and phonetics. Perfect for first-time Yiddish learners, no experience required! Class is 3:00 - 4:00pm at Beth Jacob. Please register!</span> <a href="https://www.bethjacobvt.org/event/beginner-yiddish-with-randi-hacker.html" 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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TuesdayTue, 30 JulJuly, 2024

Crossword 101 (Zoom)

Tuesday, Jul 30th 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, 31 JulJuly, 2024

Mah Jongg Class for Beginners (in person)

Wednesday, Jul 31st 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, 1 AugAugust, 2024

Meditation (in person)

Thursday, Aug 1st 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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FridayFri, 2 AugAugust, 2024

Mah Jongg Group (in person)

Friday, Aug 2nd 1:30p to 3:00pMah Jongg is back! Join in on the fun with this beloved tile-based game.

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WednesdayWed, 2 OctOctober, 2024

Erev Rosh Hashanah (in person)

Wednesday, Oct 2nd 6:00p to 8:00pJoin us for Erev Rosh Hashanah evening service at 6:00pm with Rabbi Rena Blumenthal! Registration is required for all High Holiday services. We do not charge tickets, but donations are gracious encouraged, as our costs are real to make these holy services possible. Toda raba for your consideration, and Shanah Tovah from us!

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ThursdayThu, 3 OctOctober, 2024

Rosh Hashanah Morning Service

Thursday, Oct 3rd 9:00a to 12:30pShana Tovah! Please join us for Day 1 of Rosh Hashanah beginning at 9:00am! Formal announcements will be made regarding the full schedule and streaming information. Stay tuned!

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FridayFri, 4 OctOctober, 2024

Rosh Hashanah (Day 2) Morning Service

Friday, Oct 4th 9:00a to 12:30pShanah Tovah! Join us for Day 2 Rosh Hashanah services. 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Shacharit service 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Torah service 11:30 – 12:30 p.m. Musaf

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FridayFri, 11 OctOctober, 2024

Yom Kippur Kol Nidre (in person)

Friday, Oct 11th 5:30p to 7:00pJoin us for Kol Nidre service at 5:50 pm! Musical performance begins at 5:30 pm on cello. Full schedule and information on streaming services to be announced!

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SaturdaySat, 27 JulJuly, 2024

Micah Jacobson Mitzvah Ceremony (in person)

Shabbat, Jul 27th 10:30a to 12:30pJoin us for our Shabbat morning service AND for Micah Jacobson's mitzvah ceremony at 10:00am! Please RSVP below!

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FridayFri, 2 AugAugust, 2024

Kabbalat Shabbat (in person)

Friday, Aug 2nd 7:00p to 8:30pJoin us at Beth Jacob for our Kabbalat Shabbat service at 7:00pm! Leader to be announced. RSVP below!

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FridayFri, 9 AugAugust, 2024

3 Blessings & A Potluck (in person)

Friday, Aug 9th 6:00p to 8:00pCome on down for our next 3 Blessings & a Potluck at 6:00pm hosted by Arne and Deborah Abramowitz! Bring a vegetarian or dairy dish to share with great company. RSVP below!

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SaturdaySat, 17 AugAugust, 2024

Shabbat Morning Service (hybrid)

Shabbat, Aug 17th 10:00a to 12:00pJoin us for our Shabbat Morning Service led by Rabbi Shana Margolin at 10:00am. Oneg to follow (bring your appetites!) Registration is encouraged to account for enough food. Thank you! Zoom link can be found HERE!

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