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Sep

1 2019

Grandparents Day Party

10:00AM - 12:00PM  

Northern Hills Synagogue
5714 Fields Ertel Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45249

 

This event is open to all!
Grandparents and Grandchildren are invited to join Northern Hills Synagogue for a party! T…

Sep

2 2019

Wise Temple YoFI Monday Funday

9:00AM - 11:00AM  

Ziegler Park
1322 Sycamore Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

 

A partnership between Wise Temple and PJ Library at Smale Park

Sep

3 2019

Mommy and Me : Explore the High Holidays

10:45AM - 11:45AM  

Chai Tots
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
MASON, OH 45040

 

Enjoy a fun morning with songs, crafts and a chance to meet other moms in the area.

Spend quality time with your lit…

Sep

3 2019

 

Wexner Foundation Heritage Program Seminar

Sep

4 2019

Fellowship Seminiar

4:00PM - 5:30PM  

Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220

 

During the period when a significant movement arose in America to exclude Jews, Slavs and Italians from the United…

Sep

5 2019

JFC 2020 Major Gifts Dinner

5:30PM - 10:00PM  

Mayerson JCC
8485 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

Please join us for the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati's 2020 Major Gifts Dinner, Thursday, September 5.



 

5:30P…

Sep

6 2019

JCRC/SAFE Pre-High Holidays Security Event

7:30AM - 9:30AM  

Rockdale Social Hall

OH

The Jewish Community Security Briefing is a special security update for community agencies and congregations ahead of…

Sep

6 2019

Wise Temple Shabbat Service

6:15PM - 7:15PM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Shabbat service with Pre-service oneg at 5:45 PM

Sep

6 2019

First Friday

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7525 Somerset RD
Mason, OH 45040-6828

 

Join us for First Fridays Around the World!

In September, we will be 'visiting' Israel!
Featuring: Family Service, K…

Sep

6 2019

Shabbat Service with Speaker from Shomrei Olam

8:00PM - 9:00PM  

Northern Hills Synagogue
5714 Fields Ertel Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45249

 

Joanne Gerson, president of Shomrei Olam: Jewish Environmental Advocates of Cincinnnati, will be briefing us on her o…

Sep

7 2019

Shabbat Morning Services

9:00AM - 12:00PM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Shabbat morning services at a Conservative synagogue

Sep

7 2019

to
Sep

8 2019

Wise Temple Summer Camp Adult Take Over

9:15AM - 11:00AM  

Camp Livingston

 

A summer camp experience – adult style, where you choose your fun and no one tells you “Lights Out.”
For Empty …

Sep

7 2019

Wise Temple Morning Service and Torah Study

9:30AM - 11:45AM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45239

 

Gather in an informal setting to pray, learn, and celebrate Shabbat. After services, enjoy bagels and coffee and, of …

Sep

7 2019

Voices of Torah: Torah Study at Adath Israel

9:45AM - 10:45AM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Torah study facilitated by a different Rabbi, professor, or teacher each week.

Sep

8 2019

Sundays Rock at Rockwern Academy

10:00AM - 11:30AM  

Rockwern Academy
8401 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Friends ages 0-5 (and their adults) are invited to our first Sundays Rock at Rockwern Academy event!
Join Miss Amber …

Sep

8 2019

JCRC-Festival of Faiths

12:30PM - 5:00PM  

Cintas Center at Xavier University
1624 Herald Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45207

 

The 2019 Cincinnati Festival of Faiths looks forward to showcasing Cincinnati’s religious diversity, celebrating va…

Sep

8 2019

Manners Matter Etiquette Class

1:00PM - 3:00PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

Ages 10 - 14
You are cordially invited to an afternoon of Manners Matter Etiquette Class with expert Dina Schmid, as …

Sep

8 2019

Wise in Zion: Revisting our Past

3:00PM - 4:30PM  

Zion Temple
3771 Readomg Road
Cincinnati, OH 45229

 

Did you know that prior to building Wise Center in Amberly, Wise Center was located in North Avondale? That building,…

Sep

8 2019

Let's Make a Mess!

3:30PM - 5:00PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

Take the mess out of your house and make it in ours! Come to the JCC with your little ones where we will make a mess …

Sep

8 2019

Adath Israel Sisterhood Opening Program

6:00PM - 9:00PM  

Adath Israel Congregation
3201 E Galbraith Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Jewish Artistry One Artist Journey featuring Beth Goldstein

Paid Up Membership 

Sep

9 2019

JFC-Women's Philanthropy Mitzvah at Talbert House

12:00PM - 2:00PM  

Talbert House

Tentative date/time.

Sep

9 2019

AARP Driver Safety Course

1:00PM - 5:00PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

Driving has changed since you first got your license. This AARP Driver Safety Course could help keep you safe and sav…

Sep

10 2019

Mommy and Me : Explore the High Holidays

10:45AM - 11:45AM  

Chai Tots
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
MASON, OH 45040

 

Enjoy a fun morning with songs, crafts and a chance to meet other moms in the area.

Spend quality time with your lit…

Sep

10 2019

 

Join us for relaxed evenings of appetizers, wine, and valuable medical information in partnership with The Jewish Hos…

Sep

10 2019

"Prosecuting Evil" Film Screening & Skype Discussion with Ben Ferencz

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Holocaust & Humanity Center
1301 Western Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45203

 

Join HHC for a film screening of "Prosecuting Evil: The Extraordinary World of Ben Ferencz" followed by a Skype disc…

Sep

11 2019

 

THE TEEN COLLECTIVE AND COHORT FOR STRATEGIC ISRAEL ENGAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT INVITE YOU TO JOIN US ON A JOURNEY OF…

Sep

12 2019

JCGC and Rockdale Temple Lecture Series

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

Rockdale Temple - Social Hall
8501 Ridge Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Art History and Jewish Tombstone Iconography

Sep

13 2019

Shabbat Shelanu

6:00PM - 8:00PM  

Northern Hills Synagogue
5714 Fields Ertel Road
Cincinnati, 45249

 

Join us for a potluck dinner and Kabbalat Shabbat songs at Sharon Woods Park in the Lone Oak Meadow Shelter. Email…

Sep

13 2019

Wise Temple Shabbat Service

6:15PM - 7:15PM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Shabbat service with Pre-service oneg at 5:45 PM

Sep

13 2019

Wise Temple NextGen Service

6:30PM - 8:30PM  

Plum Street Temple
720 Plum Street
Cincinnati , OH 45202

 

Food, drink, music, spirit, friends, Shabbat! Come join other 21-35 year olds at Plum Street Temple for a great way t…

Sep

14 2019

Shabbat Morning Services

9:00AM - 12:00PM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Shabbat morning services at a Conservative synagogue

Sep

14 2019

Wise Temple Morning Service and Torah Study

9:30AM - 11:45AM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Gather in an informal setting to pray, learn, and celebrate Shabbat. After services, enjoy bagels and coffee and, of …

Sep

14 2019

Voices of Torah: Torah Study at Adath Israel

9:45AM - 10:45AM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Torah study facilitated by a different Rabbi, professor, or teacher each week.

Sep

14 2019

Musical Shabbat at Northern Hills Synagogue

10:15AM - 12:00PM  

Samantha Schapera
5714 Fields Ertel Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45249

 

Rabbi Jonathan Perlman will lead musical Shabbat in the chapel at Northern Hills Synagogue every second Saturday morn…

Sep

15 2019

Discovery Hebrew School

9:30AM - 11:30AM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
MASON, OH 45040

 

The revolutionary Discovery Hebrew School. Our innovative curriculum and alternate methods of teaching bring a whole …

Sep

15 2019

JCC Farmers' Market

9:30AM - 12:30PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

Stock up on apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah and browse a variety of produce and other handcrafted goods from local…

Sep

15 2019

JFC-YAD TopGolf with YAD Dayton

12:00PM - 3:00PM  

TopGolf West Chester
9568 Water Front Drive
West Chester Township, OH 45069

 

Come enjoy a day of fun at TopGolf with the great folks from YAD Dayton! There will be food, drinks, golfing, and…

Sep

15 2019

Manners Matter Etiquette Class

1:00PM - 3:00PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

Ages 10 - 14
You are cordially invited to an afternoon of Manners Matter Etiquette Class with expert Dina Schmid, as …

Sep

15 2019

PJ Library Goes Apple Picking!

3:00PM - 5:00PM  

Irons Fruit Farm
1640 Stubbs Mill Road
Lebanon, OH 45036

 

At Irons Fruit Farm in Lebanon
Join your PJ Library friends and pick a variety of apples for your Rosh Hashanah table…

Sep

15 2019

Kollel - A Taste of The Kollel 3

5:00PM - 8:00PM  

The Summit Hotel

 

Kollel Annual Event

Sep

15 2019

WiseGen - The Songs and Stories of Pete Seeger

6:45PM - 8:15PM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Allan Winkler will play Seeger’s songs, tell stories of Seeger’s life, and anchor it all in important historical …

Sep

16 2019

JVSCS - Board Meeting

6:30PM - 8:30PM  

JVS Career Services
4540 Cooper Road
Suite 300
Cincinnati, OH 45242

 

All meetings are held on the Third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at 4540 Cooper Road, Suite 300

Sep

16 2019

Jewish Federation of Cincinnati Board of Trustees Meeting

8:15PM - 9:45PM  

Mayerson JCC - Board Rooms 122 & 123

 

Jewish Federation of Cincinnati Board of Trustees Meeting

Board Rooms 122 & 123

Sep

17 2019

Mommy and Me : Explore the High Holidays

10:45AM - 11:45AM  

Chai Tots
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
MASON, OH 45040

 

Enjoy a fun morning with songs, crafts and a chance to meet other moms in the area.

Spend quality time with your lit…

Sep

17 2019

 

Ages 12+
Sudden cardiac arrest is the #1 killer of student athletes each year; mCORE (Mobile Cardiac Overview & Risk …

Sep

17 2019

A Conversation with Women in the Rabbinate Then and Now

4:30PM - 7:00PM  

The Jacob Rader Marcus Center of the American Jewish Archives
HUC
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220

 

Women in the Rabbinate Then and Now: A Conversation with Rabbis Sally J. Priesand and Sonja K. Pilz.

Reception: 4:30…

Sep

17 2019

Redefine Retirement: Get Covered! Understanding and Enrolling in Medicare

5:30PM - 7:00PM  

Mayerson JCC
8485 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

Learn the basics of Medicare benefits from a trusted expert and how you can benefit. Find out who can apply for Medic…

Sep

17 2019

 

Wexner Foundation Heritage Program Seminar

Sep

17 2019

Adath Israel Congregation Book Talk

7:30PM - 9:00PM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Letters to my Palenstine Neighbor

Sep

18 2019

Cincinnati Hillel Board Meeting

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

Cincinnati Hillel at the Rose Warner House
2615 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220

 

Cincinnati Hillel monthly board meeting

Sep

18 2019

JCC Annual Meeting

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

 

JCC Annual Meeting

Sep

18 2019

 

JCGC Board Meeting

Sep

19 2019

 

Cincy Jewish Educators Council Monthly Meeting

Sep

19 2019

 

The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati Trustee Meeting

Sep

19 2019

Cincinnati Skirball Museum Exhibition Opening - Modern Israeli Art

5:30PM - 8:00PM  

Cincinnati Skirball Museum
HUC-JIR
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220

 

Modern Israeli Art: Recent Gifts from Nancy Berman and Alan Bloch

Sep

19 2019

JFS Executive Committee & Board Meeting

6:00PM - 8:45PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

JFS Executive Committee & Board Meeting

Sep

19 2019

Pre- Slichot - evening of High Holiday Musical Inspiration

7:30PM - 9:00PM  

Chabad Jewish Center
3977 Hunt Road
OH 45236

 

Songs of the Inspired Soul is a multimedia production that brings together the modernity of film and the classical mu…

Sep

19 2019

Songs of the Inspired Soul

7:30PM - 10:00PM  

Chabad Jewish Center
3977 Hunt Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Live performance by the Viva La Strings Quartet

Sep

20 2019

Wise Temple Shabbat Service

6:15PM - 7:15PM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Shabbat service with Pre-service oneg at 5:45 PM

Sep

21 2019

Shabbat Morning Services

9:00AM - 12:00PM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Shabbat morning services at a Conservative synagogue

Sep

21 2019

Wise Temple Morning Service and Torah Study

9:30AM - 11:45AM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Gather in an informal setting to pray, learn, and celebrate Shabbat. After services, enjoy bagels and coffee and, of …

Sep

21 2019

Voices of Torah: Torah Study at Adath Israel

9:45AM - 10:45AM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Torah study facilitated by a different Rabbi, professor, or teacher each week.

Sep

21 2019

Shabbat Katan

10:30AM - 12:30PM  

Northern HIlls Synagogue
5714 Fields Ertel Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45249

 

This event is open to everyone!
Join Northern Hills Synagogue and Rabbi Sam Schapera for songs and learning about the…

Sep

21 2019

Shabbat Katan

10:30AM - 11:00AM  

Northern Hills Synagogue
5714 Fields Ertel Road
Cincinnati, OH 45242

 

This event is open to everyone! Join Northern Hills Synagogue and Rabbi Sam Schapera for songs and learning about…

Sep

21 2019

Selichot at Temple Sholom

7:30PM - 9:00PM  

Temple Sholom
10828 Kenwood Road
Cincinnati, OH 45242

 

Dessert Reception: 7:30 PM
Worship Service: 8:00 PM

Sep

21 2019

Wise Temple S'lichot Service and Reception

8:30PM - 11:00PM  

Plum Street Temple
720 Plum Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

 

All are welcome, no tickets required.
8:30 PM - Dessert Reception
9:30 PM - S'lichot Service

Sep

22 2019

Discovery Hebrew School

9:30AM - 11:30AM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
MASON, OH 45040

 

The revolutionary Discovery Hebrew School. Our innovative curriculum and alternate methods of teaching bring a whole …

Sep

22 2019

ish Festival

10:30AM - 4:00PM  

Washington Park
1230 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

 

Back for it's second biennial event, ish is Cincinnati's Jewish and Israeli Arts and Cultural Festival showcasing…

Sep

22 2019

Manners Matter Etiquette Class

1:00PM - 3:00PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

Ages 10 - 14
You are cordially invited to an afternoon of Manners Matter Etiquette Class with expert Dina Schmid, as …

Sep

22 2019

2019 Cincinnati Youth Interfaith Basketball Tournament

2:00PM - 6:00PM  

Sycamore High School
7400 Cornell Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45242

The 2019 Cincinnati Youth Interfaith Basketball Tournament will be held at Sycamore High School on Sunday, September …

Sep

23 2019

Klau Library - "Comics without Jews? Nothing Much to Talk About"

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Klau Library
HUC-JIR
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220

 

"Comics without Jews? Nothing Much to Talk About" with Bill Love

Sep

23 2019

Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center Annual Meeting

7:00PM - 8:00PM  

Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45203

 

HHC will host its first annual meeting at its new home in Union Terminal. Join us to hear about our inaugural year an…

Sep

24 2019

 

Wexner Foundation Heritage Program Seminar

Sep

25 2019

 

We are currently in a job seeker's market! Come learn about the resources available to people with disabilities, from…

Sep

26 2019

Dis/ability in Nazi Germany

3:00PM - 7:30PM  


1301 Western Avenue, Suite 2101
Cincinnati, OH 45203

 

Dis/ability in Nazi Germany

3:00-5:00 PM: Panel Discussion
5:00-6:00 PM: Holocaust & Humanity Center Tour
6:00-7:30 …

Sep

26 2019

Kids Mega Challah Bake

5:30PM - 7:00PM  

Mayerson JCC
8485 Ridge Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Join Chabad Jewish Center and Mayerson JCC for a Pre-Rosh Hashanah Kids Mega Challah Bake!
Each kid will make their o…

Sep

26 2019

Kids Mega Challah Bake

5:30PM - 7:00PM  

Mayerson JCC
8485 Ridge Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Join Chabad Jewish Center and Mayerson JCC for a Pre-Rosh Hashanah Kids Mega Challah Bake!
Each kid will make their o…

Sep

26 2019

Jewish Home of Cincinnati Meeting

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Michele Seligman
8487 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

JHC Board Meeting. Location of this meeting TBD.

Sep

27 2019

American Red Cross Babysitter Training

9:00AM - 4:45PM  

Mayerson JCC

 

Ages 11 - 15
The American Red Cross (ARC) Babysitter Training Course is an interactive, comprehensive course that sha…

Sep

27 2019

Wise Temple Shabbat Service

6:15PM - 7:15PM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Shabbat service with Pre-service oneg at 5:45 PM

Sep

28 2019

Shabbat Morning Services

9:00AM - 12:00PM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Shabbat morning services at a Conservative synagogue

Sep

28 2019

Wise Temple Morning Service and Torah Study

9:30AM - 11:45AM  

Isaac M. Wise Temple
8329 Ridge Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Gather in an informal setting to pray, learn, and celebrate Shabbat. After services, enjoy bagels and coffee and, of …

Sep

28 2019

Voices of Torah: Torah Study at Adath Israel

9:45AM - 10:45AM  

Adath Israel Congregation

 

Torah study facilitated by a different Rabbi, professor, or teacher each week.

Sep

29 2019

Erev (eve of) Rosh Hashanah

12:00AM - 11:55PM  

Erev (eve of) Rosh Hashanah

Sep

29 2019

Temple Sholom Celebrates Erev Rosh Hashanah

5:00PM - 7:00PM  

Mercedes Benz Cincinnati
8727 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati
OH, OH 45236

 

"Evening of Awe" join the JustLOVE Community in an alternative, music filled High Holy Day experience. All ages welcomed.

Sep

29 2019

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Oct

1 2019

2019 Rosh Hashanah Services

6:00PM - 1:30PM  

Northern Hills Synagogue
5714 Fields Ertel Road
Cincinnati, OH 45249

 

Join us for Rosh Hashanah services at Northern Hills Synagogue, Sunday, September 29-Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Sep

29 2019

1st night RH Minyan

6:30PM - 8:00PM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
MASON, OH 45040

 

oin our “User-Friendly” Minyan Service with singing and dancing. “Pray and Play Jr Congregation.” Inspiring a…

Sep

29 2019

Temple Sholom Erev Rosh Hashanah

8:00PM - 9:30PM  

Rockwern Academy
8401 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Join us as we celebrate together!
No tickets required.

Sep

30 2019

to
Oct

1 2019

Rosh Hashanah

12:00AM - 11:55PM  

Rosh Hashanah 

Sep

30 2019

Morning Service and Shofar Sounding

9:30AM - 11:59PM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
STE E
Mason, OH 45040-6828

 

Join our "User-Friendly," Rosh Hashana Services.Featuring Warm and Inspirational Service in Hebrew and English, Singi…

Sep

30 2019

Temple Sholom Rosh Hashanah

10:30AM - 1:00PM  

Rockwern Academy
8401 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Join us as we celebrate Rosh Hashanah.
All are welcome. No tickets needed.

Sep

30 2019

Temple Sholom Interactive Family Service

11:00AM - 12:30PM  

Rockwern Academy
8401 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236

 

Music, art, storytelling-a great way to bring in the new year for children 9 and under and their families.

All are wel…

Sep

30 2019

CTeen: Rosh Hashana Mocktails

11:30AM - 12:30PM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7587 CENTRAL PARKE BLVD
STE E
MASON, OH 45040

 

Teen Rosh Hashanah Program: Shofar blasts, lively discussions, slushies and more.

Sep

30 2019

CTeen: Rosh Hashana Mocktails

11:30AM - 12:30PM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7587 CENTRAL PARKE BLVD
STE E
MASON, OH 45040

 

Teen Rosh Hashanah Program: Shofar blasts, lively discussions, slushies and more.

Sep

30 2019

Tashlich at the Pond Service and Shofar Sounding

5:30PM - 6:00PM  

Buzzy Ajzenszmidt
7587 CENTRAL PARKE BLVD
STE E
Mason, OH 45040

 

For all those who were unable to make it to Shul in the morning we offer a

15 MINUTE SHOFAR SERVICE

Monday, September …

Sep

30 2019

Rosh Hashana Dinner

6:00PM - 8:00PM  

Jewish Discovery Center
7587 Central Parke Blvd Ste E
MASON, OH 45040

 

Enjoy Rosh Hashanah with other Mason-area families. Home-made traditional foods, special children service and program…