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Enjoy the sweet sounds of soul-stirring, toe-tapping, spirit-lifting Nefesh Mountain, a bluegrass Americana band with Jewish roots. Husband-and-wife team Doni Zasloff and Eric Lindberg are the heart of this eclectic quintet. The band has been called “A master class in string music!” by Rolling Stone, “Arguably some of the best bluegrass ever made,” by American Songwriter, and “Infectious, exuberant and infused with pure melodic prowess,” by Bluegrass Today. 

Performing this Saturday on August 5 at the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center are celebrated folk fusion band Nefesh Mountain, and stand up comic and “Dry Bar Comedy” writer, Moody McCarthy. 

Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for youth 17 and under and are on sale at​ ​ https://www.sprucepeakarts.org/events/jcogs-presents-nefesh-mountain-band/
 
With gratitude to Ac​abay, Inc., The Graddock Group at Morgan Stanley, Pall Spera Company Realtors, and many generous sponsors, JCOGS proudly presents a series of cultural programs throughout central Vermont in July and August 2023. 

"Seeing Nefesh Mountain in concert is a phenomenal musical experience with some of the top bluegrass musicians in the world,” said Rabbi David Fainsilber. “Their enchanting charisma and spirit will move you to laughter and tears. I can guarantee you will leave the experience happier and more joyful. Isn't that what we all need more of?” 

Experience a “Taste of Nefesh Mountain” on Friday, August 4 at shabbat services at JCOGS as Doni and Eric join Rabbi David as his special guests.
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The Spruce Peak concert opens with laughs courtesy of Moody McCarthy, a New York comedian who has performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Conan, and twice on the Letterman Show. Described as smart, original and universal, Moody can be seen in North America’s top clubs and heard on Sirius/XM radio. 

You Can Help!

Make a positive difference in the community by becoming a Summer Stars Patron. Receive preferred seating and written acknowledgement of your contribution.

• Celebration Patron $500—includes 4 tickets to all events, reserved seating at the concert, and an acknowledgement letter.
• Patron $240—includes 2 tickets for all events, reserved seating at the concert and an acknowledgement letter.
• Friend $120—includes 1 ticket for all events, reserved seating at the concert and an acknowledgement letter.

Special thanks to these generous sponsors for making Summer Stars come to life!

• Celebration Sponsors Acabay, Inc., The Graddock Group at Morgan Stanley, Pall Spera Company Realtors
• Celebration Supporters Edward Jones - Caren Merson, Topnotch Resort, Union Bank
• Celebration Friends The Alchemist, Brenna B Interiors, Church Mutual, Edelweiss Mountain Deli, Green Mountain Gastroenterology, Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, LandVest - Christie’s International Realty, and System Integrators
• Film Festival Media Sponsor Vermont Public
• Film Festival Sponsor Wine Vault
• Film Sponsors Coldwell Banker, Cushman Design Group, Dr Jeff and Tina Glosser, Loomis Property Management, NJoy Weddings and Events, RK Miles, Smith MacDonald Real Estate, Stowe Country Homes, UPS Store, Well Heeled
• Film Festival Community Sponsor Jewish Communities of Vermont and The Covenant Foundation

(Sponsors as of 7/17/2023)

See you there!