In an event that unified the Jewish community across geography and denomination, nearly 600 Jewish Vermonters and allies gathered beneath the steps of Burlington City Hall to show their solidarity with the people of Israel. Click HERE for a stirring speech by JCOGS director of education, Beth Liberman. Read more here on our news blog.
Stowe Jewish Film Festival Final Film of the Season
The Story of Annette Zelman Set in Nazi-occupied Paris, the film brings to light the tragic love story of Annette Zelman and Jean Jausion, whose affair was exposed to the Gestapo. Thursday, October 19, 2023 7:00pm - 9:30pm Savoy Theater, Montpelier *French with English subtitles You can support the Savoy's flood relief effort by purchasing tickets to the prize draw at the Savoy on film night.
JCOGS IN THE COMMUNITY
Raise the Roof to End Homelessness Join the Tikkun Olam Committee for an evening of music, food, and community to benefit the Lamoille Community House homeless shelter. Saturday, October 21, 2023 6:00pm - 9:00pm Stowe Cider, 17 Town Farm Lane Contact Judith Wine to volunteer.wine.judith@jcogs.org
Gleaning for our Neighbors in Need On Sunday, Oct 15th members of the JCOGS community were "out in the fields." A multigenerational crew gathered at Valley Dream Farm in Cambridge. Our wonderful group gathered over 200 pounds of potatoes and nearly 400 pounds of cabbage, which will go directly to our neighbors in need.
Join Tzipi the curious bird and Shabbasaurus for a sweet Shabbat morning all about ahavah/love. We'll sing, dance, play and learn about the Shema and V’ahavta. We'll nosh and shmooze at the end. Be sure to bring your favorite stuffies! Saturday, October 21, 2023 10:00am- 11:30am JCOGS
LOCAL COMMUNITY
18th annual Wheels for Warmth: 10/26- 10/28 Recycle/donate tires
Habitat for Humanity is looking for 4-6 volunteers to work on a home being built on the corner of Olive and Maple Street in Morrisville. No experience is needed, training will be provided. Consider joining as a group to volunteer for a day. Contact Judy at bickford@vtlink.net. or call 802-888-6918 to volunteer.
SIMCHAS Steve Levine and Judith Wine's daughter, Samara Levine, married Michael Gale
Brit Ben and Brit Bat covenant and baby naming of twin grandchildren of Toni and Russel Barr
We love to share your lifecycle simchahs! Send the happy news to jcogs@jcogs.org
