Join rabbinic intern Emmanuel Cantor for an uplifting Shabbat evening service full of ahavah/love—Olam Chesed’s theme of the year. Everyone is invited to share in the joy of being in community with the next generation and reflect on the power of love in our tradition. With music by Rachel Funk Friday November 3 6:00pm-7:15pm In person and online register for zoom link
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Northern Nosh Food Festival at Ohavi Zedek Support JCOGS as we actively participate in the 2nd Annual Northern Nosh Jewish Food Festival at Ohavi Zedek. Tickets can be purchased online by visiting ohavizedek.org. Bagels & schmear from The Bagel, Persian Muhammara and Vegan/GF Chocoate Tahini Truffles made in our efficient Kosher Kitchen will be showcased alongside food from area synagogues and Jewish organizations. Sunday, November 5, 11:15am-3:00pm
It can be hard to find words, especially the "right" words, to respond to events in Israel and Gaza, and to the reverberations here in the US. As Israeli novelist David Grossman writes in the Financial Times, “Over and over again we say to each other: it’s a nightmare. A nightmare beyond comparison. No words to describe it. No words to contain it.” Join us as we try to find ourselves in what lies beyond plain words—poetry. Together we will gather over Zoom to study translated works of Hebrew poetry that speak to our current moment. Led by Rabbinic Intern Emmanuel Cantor, our learning and conversation will explore themes of shock, grief, anger, fear, confusion and more. Please click here to register and receive a Zoom link.Tuesday, November 7, 7:00pm- 8:30pm
Mad River Valley kids explore the rituals, joy, and meaning of Shabbat! Kids 5-11 years old are welcome to come learn and play in this monthly Jewish afterschool program. For more information contact director of education Beth Liberman: beth.liberman@jcogs.orgFriday, November 3, 2:45pm - 4:30pm East Warren Community Market
LOCAL COMMUNITY
Lamoille Community House needs meals: It is that time of year again. We need your help. This is a great opportunity for families, faith groups, school groups, and other community service projects. Sign upQuestions: nchauvin@lamoilleshelter.org
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.
Oneg helpers: Jillian and Dan Sackett, Sephirah and Craig Oshkello
Lis Erickson for teaching Olam Chesed Club kids about Noah's Ark and Ateed teens about Israeli history; Patti Rubin for welcoming and nourishing the kids
Many thanks to Susan Bauchner, Sephirah Oshkello, and Lis Erickson for leading a beautiful Shabbat service.
