Calendar
Upcoming Events
What’s Happening at Temple Sinai? Well, quite a bit!
You’ll find our upcoming events for the month in the calendar and below, and underneath the calendar are events with detail.
Click right on the event within the calendar to see details.
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Jewish History Study Group
Current book: Days of Honey: The Tunisian Boyhood of Rafael Uzan by Irene Awret.
The story of Rafael Uzan, a native of Nabeul, Tunisia--a former shoemaker, pensioned gardener, and today a successful primitive artist in Israel--is also the story of the brusquely uprooted North African Jewry.
Meet in person and over Zoom.
Contact Temple Sinai’s Executive Director for login info.
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
Pizza & Parsha in the Sukkah
Teens only! Join Rabbi Edleson for Torah study and pizza under the sukkah. Explore Sukkot and the themes of the New Year through a teen lens.
Shabbat in the Sukkah, Vegetarian Potluck, & Sundaes in the Sukkah!
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Sukkot Festival Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Brunch and Learn: Israel Trip
Interested in seeing Israel with Rabbi David Edleson? Come nosh and hear about a trip this spring!
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush, and Oneg
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Tot Shabbat
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Torah Study
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Cook and Serve at Hope Lodge with Chaverim and Knitzvah
Join Chaverim and Knitzvah once a month in preparing a meal for 12-15 guests at the Hope Lodge in Burlington. It is a place where cancer patients and their families can stay while they undergo treatment if they live more than an hour away from the hospital. The stay is free to them and includes nightly communal dinners. The Hope Lodge increases access to vital health care as well as providing a community for support. It really is a special place that provides so much in a really challenging time.
We arrive at the Lodge at 5pm so that we can serve dinner at 6pm. Volunteers are encouraged to eat with the guests as well and then help with clean up. Everything usually wraps up around 7pm.
Would you like to help bring light and cheer to those in our community who need support? To sign up, please email deborah.leopold@templesinaivt.org.
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Jewish History Study Group
Current book: Days of Honey: The Tunisian Boyhood of Rafael Uzan by Irene Awret.
The story of Rafael Uzan, a native of Nabeul, Tunisia--a former shoemaker, pensioned gardener, and today a successful primitive artist in Israel--is also the story of the brusquely uprooted North African Jewry.
Meet in person and over Zoom.
Contact Temple Sinai’s Executive Director for login info.
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
Sisterhood Lunch and Learn- Generations Helping Generations: DOROT and the Future of Temple Sinai
Informational Meeting for All Sisterhood Members!
Folk Service and Bar Mitzvah of Ori Hauser-Rainville
Join us back at Temple Sinai! Our service will be in person and on ZOOM.
Shabbat Morning Service and Bar Mitzvah of Ori Hauser-Rainville
Services are available in-person and on ZOOM!
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Jewish History Study Group
Current book: Days of Honey: The Tunisian Boyhood of Rafael Uzan by Irene Awret.
The story of Rafael Uzan, a native of Nabeul, Tunisia--a former shoemaker, pensioned gardener, and today a successful primitive artist in Israel--is also the story of the brusquely uprooted North African Jewry.
Meet in person and over Zoom.
Contact Temple Sinai’s Executive Director for login info.
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
Community Shabbat Dinner
Join us for Shabbat dinner before our service led by Joe Buchanan!
Kabbalat Shabbat with Dan Nichols
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Jewish Music Workshop with Dan Nichols
Teens only! Join Jewish musician Dan Nichols for an interactive teen music workshop during his Temple Sinai visit. Don’t miss this opportunity to sing, learn, and create with one of today’s most beloved Jewish artists.
Lunch will be provided!
Dan Nichols Concert
The best way to end Shabbat is with Dan Nichols!
You won’t want to miss this concert!!
You need to purchase a ticket ahead of time to get the zoom link and passcode*
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Cook and Serve at Hope Lodge with Chaverim and Knitzvah
Join Chaverim and Knitzvah once a month in preparing a meal for 12-15 guests at the Hope Lodge in Burlington. It is a place where cancer patients and their families can stay while they undergo treatment if they live more than an hour away from the hospital. The stay is free to them and includes nightly communal dinners. The Hope Lodge increases access to vital health care as well as providing a community for support. It really is a special place that provides so much in a really challenging time.
We arrive at the Lodge at 5pm so that we can serve dinner at 6pm. Volunteers are encouraged to eat with the guests as well and then help with clean up. Everything usually wraps up around 7pm.
Would you like to help bring light and cheer to those in our community who need support? To sign up, please email deborah.leopold@templesinaivt.org.
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Jewish History Study Group
Current book: Days of Honey: The Tunisian Boyhood of Rafael Uzan by Irene Awret.
The story of Rafael Uzan, a native of Nabeul, Tunisia--a former shoemaker, pensioned gardener, and today a successful primitive artist in Israel--is also the story of the brusquely uprooted North African Jewry.
Meet in person and over Zoom.
Contact Temple Sinai’s Executive Director for login info.
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Sisterhood STEPS Against Domestic Violence Informational Program
Informational Meeting for All Sisterhood and Temple Members!
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
Tikkun Olam Shabbat
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Shabbat Morning Service and Bat Mitzvah of Finley Sifers
Services are available in-person and on ZOOM!
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
All School Potluck
Grade level shabbats services are attended by Religious School students and their families. There will be an All School Potluck before the service. Come visit and enjoy!
Talk to Aimee Loiter, Education Director, for more details.
K-3 Shabbat Service
Grade level shabbats services are attended by Religious School students and their families. During the service students lead prayers they have learned in class. Join us for this special Shabbat and then schmooze with Religious School families at the oneg after services. All are welcome!
*Call the office 802.862.5125 to acquire the passcode.
Tot Shabbat
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Torah Study
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Cook and Serve at Hope Lodge with Chaverim and Knitzvah
Join Chaverim and Knitzvah once a month in preparing a meal for 12-15 guests at the Hope Lodge in Burlington. It is a place where cancer patients and their families can stay while they undergo treatment if they live more than an hour away from the hospital. The stay is free to them and includes nightly communal dinners. The Hope Lodge increases access to vital health care as well as providing a community for support. It really is a special place that provides so much in a really challenging time.
We arrive at the Lodge at 5pm so that we can serve dinner at 6pm. Volunteers are encouraged to eat with the guests as well and then help with clean up. Everything usually wraps up around 7pm.
Would you like to help bring light and cheer to those in our community who need support? To sign up, please email deborah.leopold@templesinaivt.org.
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
Rock Shabbat with Dahg
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Torah Study
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush, and Oneg
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Torah Study
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Learn the Art of Torah Cantillation
Taught by Judy Alexander @ Temple Sinai
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15 PM Beginning October 8th
(No class November 26th)
Discover the joy of chanting Torah! Have you ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to begin? This fall, Temple Sinai is offering a special 8-session Adult Learning course with Judy Alexander, our beloved former Education Director of more than 20 years. Judy has guided generations of students in unlocking the beauty of Torah chanting, and now she’s ready to lead you through the powerful tradition of Torah cantillation (trope). By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to step up to the Torah—at Temple Sinai and beyond. Classes meet Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no class November 26) from 7:00–8:15 PM at Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., South Burlington. Open to adults and teens who want to learn—or refresh—their Torah chanting skills (Hebrew reading required). Participants should purchase The Art of Torah Cantillation from Behrman House [click here to order]. Cost: free for Temple members, $144 for non-members. Spots are limited, so CLICK HERE to register today!
Shabbat Morning Service and Bat Mitzvah of Gracie Savitt
Services are available in-person and on ZOOM!
Temple Sinai Annual Meeting and Bagel Breakfast
Temple Sinai Annual Meeting and Breakfast
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush, and Oneg
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Shabbat Morning Service and Bar Mitzvah of Josh Lorenz
Services are available in-person and on ZOOM!
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Young Families Hanukkah Celebration
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly activities, and schmoozing for adults. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Hanukah.
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
Knitzvah Group
Please join us if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Hanukkah Lounge
Teens only! Celebrate the fifth night of Hanukkah with friends! Light candles, make latkes, and enjoy a festive dinner together.
Service & Brisket Bake Off
Join us back at Temple Sinai! Our service will be in person and on ZOOM. Brisket Bake Off to follow!
Shabbat Morning Service and Bar Mitzvah of Asher Monserrat
Services are available in-person and on ZOOM!
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Cook and Serve at Hope Lodge with Chaverim and Knitzvah
Join Chaverim and Knitzvah once a month in preparing a meal for 12-15 guests at the Hope Lodge in Burlington. It is a place where cancer patients and their families can stay while they undergo treatment if they live more than an hour away from the hospital. The stay is free to them and includes nightly communal dinners. The Hope Lodge increases access to vital health care as well as providing a community for support. It really is a special place that provides so much in a really challenging time.
We arrive at the Lodge at 5pm so that we can serve dinner at 6pm. Volunteers are encouraged to eat with the guests as well and then help with clean up. Everything usually wraps up around 7pm.
Would you like to help bring light and cheer to those in our community who need support? To sign up, please email deborah.leopold@templesinaivt.org.
Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush, and Oneg
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Torah Study
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Torah Study
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Tot Shabbat
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat.
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Introduction to Judaism Course
15 Sundays, 3:00–5:00 PM • Beginning September 14, 2025
Introduction to Judaism Course
Taught by Rabbi David Edleson @ Temple Sinai
Married to or dating someone Jewish and want to learn more?
Thinking about conversion?
Had a bar/bat mitzvah but been away for a while?
Hoping to be a more informed Jewish parent?
This 15-session course is the perfect way to learn about Judaism as an adult. Together we will:
Explore Jewish practice and ideas through Reform and Conservative perspectives
Learn in chevruta (paired study), discussions, and shared experiences
Study Jewish ideas about human nature, God, ethics, holidays, and culture
Details:
First class is Opening the Gates on Sept. 14 (open to all!)
No classes Sept. 14–Oct. 18; course resumes Oct. 19
Location: Temple Sinai (in-person only)
Cost: $100 per person (financial assistance available – please contact Aimee Loiter at aimee.loiter@templesinaivt.org)
Tot Shabbat
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat.
Tot Shabbat and Purim
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat. And this one is special! Come celebrate Purim with us!
Tot Shabbat/Passover Celebration
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat. And this one is special for Passover!
Tot Shabbat
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat.
Tot Shabbat
Singing, dancing, story-filled, kid-friendly service followed by kiddush, challah, and schmoozing. A joyful way to connect with the community and celebrate Shabbat.
Cook and Serve at Hope Lodge with Chaverim and Knitzvah
Join Chaverim and Knitzvah once a month in preparing a meal for 12-15 guests at the Hope Lodge in Burlington. It is a place where cancer patients and their families can stay while they undergo treatment if they live more than an hour away from the hospital. The stay is free to them and includes nightly communal dinners. The Hope Lodge increases access to vital health care as well as providing a community for support. It really is a special place that provides so much in a really challenging time.
We arrive at the Lodge at 5pm so that we can serve dinner at 6pm. Volunteers are encouraged to eat with the guests as well and then help with clean up. Everything usually wraps up around 7pm.
Would you like to help bring light and cheer to those in our community who need support? To sign up, please email deborah.leopold@templesinaivt.org.
Torah Study
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Shacharit Morning Service
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush, and Oneg
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
YOM KIPPUR BREAK FAST
Yom Kippur calls on us to listen to voices of those who have gone before and the voice of God within us. How do we hold onto humility, honesty and spirit and help heal.
Yom Kippur Neilah, Song Session, and Havdalah
Yom Kippur calls on us to listen to voices of those who have gone before and the voice of God within us. How do we hold onto humility, honesty and spirit and help heal.
OUR JEWISH JOURNEYS - STORIES OF JEWISH RESILIENCE
Yom Kippur calls on us to listen to voices of those who have gone before and the voice of God within us. How do we hold onto humility, honesty and spirit and help heal.
Yom Kippur Community Yizkor
Yom Kippur calls on us to listen to voices of those who have gone before and the voice of God within us. How do we hold onto humility, honesty and spirit and help heal.
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Yom Kippur calls on us to listen to voices of those who have gone before and the voice of God within us. How do we hold onto humility, honesty and spirit and help heal.
Kol Nidre and Erev Yom Kippur
As we listen to the haunting melody of Kol Nidrei, in the presence of our Torahs, we commit ourselves to being better people and our loves meaningful.
NO Knitzvah Group
There will be no Knitzvah group this week due to Yom Kippur.
Please join us NEXT WEEK if you knit or crochet or want to learn.
Please BYOY--bring your yarn as well as your favorite beverage! We'll be knitting for charity as well as working on our own projects.
Drop In Mah Jongg
Meet new friends and play Mah Jongg in a low key fun atmosphere. No registration necessary. Just drop in!
PTO Family Apple Picking
PTO Family Apple Picking!
Join Temple Sinai’s PTO for a sweet fall afternoon at Adams Apple Orchard (986 Old Stage Rd, Williston) on Sunday, September 28th from 2–4 PM.
This is a chance to celebrate the season together, meet other families, and enjoy the beauty of Vermont in autumn. All are welcome — families with children in Religious School and families with children not yet in school!
-Pick apples
-Connect with other Sinai families
-Enjoy the crisp fall air
Bring your baskets, bring your kids, and bring your love of apples. We can’t wait to see you there!
Reverse Tashlich
This event is appropriate for people of all ages, and will include group clean up activities facilitated by community members who have been involved in the Barge Canal area management.
About Reverse Tashlich: This program is a recent add-on to the Jewish traditional Tashlich, an annual ritual in which some jewish people throw crumbs of bread into a body of water during the Rosh Hashanah holiday. The physical act of tossing crumbs is metaphor for the mental process of seeking to toss away bad habits and improve ourselves in the coming year.
Burlington’s ‘Reverse Tashlich’ began in 2022 when, we join 240+ other communities in this new traditional of cleaning up a body of water.
Cemetery Memorial (Patchen Road Cemetery)
Please join us for the Memorial Service at the Patchen Road Cemetery. Details to follow.
To ensure a minyan is present, please register below.
Shabbat Shuva Torah Study: Jonah and Job
Join our engaging crew of learners. Wrestle with the texts of Torah and Hebrew Bible through the lens of our modern lives, using traditional and modern insights to probe layers of meaning.
Shabbat Shuva Shacharit
Join us at Temple Sinai! Services available will be in person and via Zoom.
Shabbat Shuva Service
Join us back at Temple Sinai! Our service will be in person and on ZOOM.
Cook and Serve at Hope Lodge with Chaverim and Knitzvah
Join Chaverim and Knitzvah once a month in preparing a meal for 12-15 guests at the Hope Lodge in Burlington. It is a place where cancer patients and their families can stay while they undergo treatment if they live more than an hour away from the hospital. The stay is free to them and includes nightly communal dinners. The Hope Lodge increases access to vital health care as well as providing a community for support. It really is a special place that provides so much in a really challenging time.
We arrive at the Lodge at 5pm so that we can serve dinner at 6pm. Volunteers are encouraged to eat with the guests as well and then help with clean up. Everything usually wraps up around 7pm.
Would you like to help bring light and cheer to those in our community who need support? To sign up, please email deborah.leopold@templesinaivt.org.
Tashlich on the River
Tashlich is casting off the Angst (and sins) of the past year. Join us!
Rosh Hashanah
A music and prayer-filled worship service to celebrate the New Year and new beginnings. We will sound the Shofar. We will read and reflect on the story of the Binding of Isaac and how that story unfolds in our lives today. Our Torah reading features teen and adult readers, and our music will include adult and youth choirs, acapella groups, and beloved tunes of the Holy Days.
Password required for Zoom. Please get in touch with Temple Sinai before the holiday if you do not have the password.
