Come for the spiel, stay for the meal! Join us for an evening of family-friendly Purim festivities, featuring a Taylor Swift-inspired spiel. Wear your best TSwift concert attire, enjoy making groggers, masks, and even friendship bracelets, and sing along to Esther’s Story, told with melodies of your favorite Taylor Swift songs. Following the spiel, enjoy [...]
Come for the spiel, stay for the meal…and much more! Enjoy a festive Purim celebration with your Wise Temple family and friends. The evening begins with a congregation-wide spiel featuring a Taylor Swift theme. Wear your favorite concert attire and sing along to Esther’s Story! After the spiel, enjoy dinner, following which our group will [...]
Who was the historical Jesus of Nazareth? This class will closely examine his life story within the context of the time and place in which he lived. What was daily life like? How would Jesus have practiced Judaism? What was the political climate? And how did a man who lived and died as a Jew [...]
Join the Brotherhood for an unforgettable evening with Congressman Greg Landsman, where you'll have the opportunity to engage in insightful conversation and enjoy a casual dinner. Don't miss the chance to hear this engaging speaker and participate in a Q&A session. Dinner cost: $25/person Register at the Brotherhood website here!
We know Reverend Dr. Isaac Mayer Wise as the man who pioneered American Reform Judaism, but what about the power behind the proverbial throne? Learn about the two women who motivated and inspired him. His second wife, Selma Bondi Wise (as performed by rabbinical student Rachael Houser) weaves the tale of his adventuresome partnership with [...]
Most readers of the Bible tend to take it literally, in part because they want to take it seriously. Yet its words and lessons can seem conflicting, its theology confounding and its context too complex. But to read the Bible literally is to diminish its significance, for it was written by those who took life [...]
Celebrate Shabbat with your Wise Temple community! Enjoy a child-friendly meal, casual service, and chocolate buffet! Cost: $10/family for members, $36/family for non-members
You’ve been wanting to learn how to play mahjong, and here is your chance! Women of Wise will host a 6-week series of lessons (when Kehillah is in session), led by seasoned players. Please register as soon as possible to allow us to prepare sufficient materials. Note that registration is for the full series, not [...]
Enjoy a well-deserved, relaxing start to your Sunday! Our final yoga class of the school year, led by Wise Temple’s own Lauren Abrahams, will be specifically for members of Women Thrive and Women of Wise. Following class, stay for conversation, connection, and mimosas! This class is open to all experience levels and ages, so long [...]
Parents or special adults are warmly welcomed into the Open Room to share a meaningful morning at Kehillah alongside their child during this engaging Family Education program.
Join us for the annual Stephen and Lusia Hornstein Lecture on the Holocaust and the Human Spirit at historic Union Terminal. This year’s featured speaker is Jonathan Ornstein, CEO of the Jewish Community Center (JCC) in Krakow. Ornstein will be speaking about his efforts to rebuild Jewish life in Poland, where he has served as [...]
When homelessness occurs, the most basic needs go unmet. We invite members of NextGen to help Shelterhouse break the cycle of homelessness by preparing, cooking and serving a warm meal to the men staying at the shelter while searching for housing and employment. Shelterhouse is Cincinnati’s largest homeless shelter, providing safety, nourishment, case management, and [...]
Most readers of the Bible tend to take it literally, in part because they want to take it seriously. Yet its words and lessons can seem conflicting, its theology confounding and its context too complex. But to read the Bible literally is to diminish its significance, for it was written by those who took life [...]
No prior knowledge is required for this course, but do bring your curiosity, questions and a desire to learn deeply. The ancient rabbis radically reshaped biblical Judaism to respond to new needs and to changing times. Their work through the centuries sets the foundation for the Judaism we currently practice. Learn about the Talmud, Midrash [...]
Belly Dancing Lessons, Israeli Dance, Drumming Sessions, Henna Painting, and good food! Celebrate Passover like Miriam, who led the Israelites in joyous song, dance, and celebration on the banks of the sea of reeds. As Passover approaches, remember Miriam, whose voice encouraged the Israelites to listen and trust Moses on the way to the [...]
If you received an email or letter inviting you and your partner to celebrate a milestone anniversary as part of our Marriage Reconsecration service, please RSVP to Heather Spegal at hspegal@wisetemple.org or 513-793-2556.
You’ve been wanting to learn how to play mahjong, and here is your chance! Women of Wise will host a 6-week series of lessons (when Kehillah is in session), led by seasoned players. Please register as soon as possible to allow us to prepare sufficient materials. Note that registration is for the full series, not [...]
Join us for a conversation about the state of Reform Judaism in Israel with Rabbi Ayala Samuels, the current chair of Maram: Council of Reform Rabbis in Israel. She will discuss with Rabbi Kamrass how the events of October 7th, 2023 and the war have affected rabbis of the movement as well as Reform congregational [...]
Most readers of the Bible tend to take it literally, in part because they want to take it seriously. Yet its words and lessons can seem conflicting, its theology confounding and its context too complex. But to read the Bible literally is to diminish its significance, for it was written by those who took life [...]
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
Join Women Thrive for a fun and delicious tour of Findlay Market! With sunnier and warmer weather, this is a perfect time to connect with others as you taste your way through historical Findlay Market and enjoy a drink at the end! Tour Highlights Learn the history of Ohio’s oldest public market in the heart [...]
Together with a parent/special adult, First Grade students will learn about Passover in this hands-on Family Program.
Families with children aged 0-12 are invited to Wise Temple for an engaging and interactive Family Passover Seder. The joyful evening will feature music, dinner, activities, and more. Member cost: $18/adult, $10/child, $60 family maximum Guest cost: $20/adult, $12/child, $60 family maximum Registration closes at noon on Friday, April 12. Space is limited.
Celebrate Passover with this unique seder experience, featuring plenty of wine and a gourmet Sephardi inspired dinner catered by local-Israeli Chef Rotem Greniman. $36 per person.
Got spent batteries and light bulbs to recycle? Now’s your chance! All types of household batteries and light bulbs will be accepted. Volunteers from Shomrei Olam: Jewish Environmental Advocates of Cincinnati will be on hand to accept the products and take them to Batteries Plus, to be sent on to a recycling facility.
Together with a parent/special adult, Fifth Grade students will learn about Conservation in this hands-on Family Program at Gorman Farms.
Together with a parent/special adult, 6th graders are invited to visit Plum Street Temple to learn about its rich history, significance, and connection to Reform Judaism.
4th, 5th, and 6th Grade students will be practicing on the bima for the Kehillah Family Shabbat during Kehillah.
Wise Temple partners with Cincinnati Camerata, a mixed-voice choral ensemble of accomplished volunteer singers, on a concert that honors the historic Plum Street Temple. Repertoire will include works by world-renowned composers Felix Mendelssohn, George Gershwin, and Kurt Weill; local composers Rabbi James G. Heller, Maurice Goldman, and Brenda Portman; and the world premiere of Lecha dodi by Cincinnati [...]
One could argue that Israel’s most important week every year is the 7 days that include Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron and end with Yom HaAtzmaut. On each of these holidays we commemorate important moments within the greater narrative of the Jewish people, while also learning about what it means to be Israeli. Join Matt Check [...]
Who Wrote the Torah? Jamie Starr, Rabbinic Fellow From God to Moses to multiple writers and editors over time, there are abundant theories about the authorship of our central text, the Torah. Investigate some of these theories and discuss how the Torah can still be sacred and relevant to our lives today.
Enjoy dinner with your Wise Temple Community at 5:30, followed by an intergenerational service featuring our Kehillah students. Wrap up this special evening with ice-cream treats at the playground after the Shabbat Service. Cost: $10/family for members, $36/family for non-members
The Freestore Foodbank is the largest emergency food and service provider to children and families in Greater Cincinnati. Join us for a meaningful volunteer activity at Freestore's new campus, packing food boxes for those in need in our community. NOTES: Volunteers must be at least 10 years old to participate; all volunteers will be asked [...]
Together with a parent/special adult, Fourth Grade students will learn about Yom Ha'atzmaut in this hands-on Family Program.
Stop by the back parking lot on your way out the door for a free Kona Ice treat among friends to celebrate a great end to Kehillah! Lunch is available for purchase provided by the Brotherhood. Registration required for lunch only: $8 per person, $25 family maximum
Items from the ancient Temple in Jerusalem, such as the Ark of the Covenant and the Menorah, continue to animate Jewish thought long after their disappearance. Together we will explore what may (or may not) have happened to these items and discuss the symbolic significance of objects even after we no longer have them. Learn [...]
No prior knowledge is required for this course, but do bring your curiosity, questions and a desire to learn deeply. The ancient rabbis radically reshaped biblical Judaism to respond to new needs and to changing times. Their work through the centuries sets the foundation for the Judaism we currently practice. Learn about the Talmud, Midrash [...]
Celebrate the end of the school year with a special YoFI Shababa Summer Send-Off! Given the forecast, we’ll gather in the Library for our Shababa service and then enjoy some treats in the Open Room. Plus, the first 25 registered children will receive an exclusive summer swag bag to kick off the season! *Please excuse [...]
Israel has an amazing and unique musical tradition for its short 75 years of existence. Dive into some classics of the Israeli songbook in which the themes of the country’s history, politics and culture are expressed in fascinating ways that are particularly Israeli and Jewish.
Wise Temple Brotherhood and Wise Aging invite all men at Wise to participate in a morning of thought and reflection around maintaining a meaningful existence in the second half of life. Whether you are working, retired, or somewhere in-between, come discover rich possibilities and lessons based on Jewish texts and other traditions. We will focus on [...]
Israel has an amazing and unique musical tradition for its short 75 years of existence. Dive into some classics of the Israeli songbook in which the themes of the country’s history, politics and culture are expressed in fascinating ways that are particularly Israeli and Jewish.
Come light up the night at Brotherhood’s annual Lag B’Omer bonfire, open to all adults of the congregation! Lag B’Omer, which falls between Pesach and Shavuot, is celebrated with bonfires in Israel, and we’ll do the same at the fire pit in Wise Center’s South field. We’ll light the fire at sundown, come any time. [...]
Israel has an amazing and unique musical tradition for its short 75 years of existence. Dive into some classics of the Israeli songbook in which the themes of the country’s history, politics and culture are expressed in fascinating ways that are particularly Israeli and Jewish.
Soli Music Society and the Ziering-Conlon Initiative for Recovered Voices join forces for a special musical collaboration, presented in partnership with Isaac M. Wise Temple. Violinists Evin Blomberg and Adam Millstein, violist Gabriel Napoli, and cellist Ilya Finkelshteyn will perform a program curated by guest artist Adam Millstein that highlights music by composers whose lives [...]
10-11:30 AM - Confirmation Service
Join your YoFI friends to celebrate receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai this Shavuot! Together we'll learn about the Ten Commandments with an interactive craft, enjoy a yummy dinner from Café Alma, and decorate our own mini cheesecakes. This program is best suited for children 3 and up. Register by June 6.
Following our Erev Shavuot Service, join Zach Berg (a certified cheese professional, and co-owner of Detroit-based Mongers’ Provisions) as he guides us through a Shavuot cheese tasting and fascinating session of learning and experiencing. Zach will walk us through each of the four cheeses he brings accompanied by lively wines. This presentation will aim to connect [...]
The number of homeless people living in Cincinnati is at a staggering all-time high, with the majority of this population living in camps, abandoned buildings, cars and on the streets. Let’s once again help the city’s largest soup kitchen, Our Daily Bread, by building take-away bags of food for those who need it most in [...]
With the Cincinnati Pride Parade just around the corner, it’s time to rally our support! Come join us for a day of decorating rainbow spirit wear, indulging in pizza and park activities, and getting creative with other fun crafts. Let’s spread love and celebrate diversity together!
Courtney Anthony, Director of Education Women from a variety of backgrounds play pivotal roles in the story of the Exodus. Their courage, strength, and support of the community move the story forward and even make room for miracles to happen. Together, we will explore the roles of key female figures in the Exodus story, including [...]
Celebrate and support our LGBTQIA+ community at the Cincinnati Pride Parade and Festival on Saturday, June 22. For security reasons, we are requiring everyone to register here, even if they have already registered. Registration must be completed by 9:00 AM on Friday, and walk-ups will not be accepted. As part of the registration process, you will [...]
Kick off your YoFI summer with a fun-filled evening at the Reds game! Families are invited to the private Budweiser Bullpen Deck to enjoy the game with other YoFI parents and children. Along with our private seating area, the TriHealth Family Zone (playground and much more) is just steps away. All tickets include a $20 [...]
Since 1991, Wise Temple has partnered with Found House Interfaith Housing Network (IHN), supporting Cincinnati families facing housing insecurity. For a week at a time, Wise Temple classrooms are transformed into cozy bedrooms, and the Program Room into a welcoming living room space, with volunteers welcoming, feeding, and creating community with Found House IHN guests [...]
Courtney Anthony, Director of Education Women from a variety of backgrounds play pivotal roles in the story of the Exodus. Their courage, strength, and support of the community move the story forward and even make room for miracles to happen. Together, we will explore the roles of key female figures in the Exodus story, including [...]
The number of homeless people living in Cincinnati is at a staggering all-time high, with the majority of this population living in camps, abandoned buildings, cars and on the streets. Let’s once again help the city’s largest soup kitchen, Our Daily Bread, by building take-away bags of food for those who need it most in [...]
Rabbi Lewis Kamrass, Senior Rabbi Join Rabbi Kamrass in this two-session series as we follow the steps that led to the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian claims today, including: How did we get here? What are the modern history and the ancient claims? What about refugees and displaced populations? We will unpack all the layers to [...]
Dr. Saba Soomekh, AJC Director of Training and Education Join American Jewish Committee Cincinnati for an evening of meaningful conversation and learn how to counter anti-Israel bias by leveraging diverse Jewish historical narratives. Dr. Soomekh is a first-generation Iranian Jew whose family is part of the Forgotten Exodus. She shares her family’s story which dispels [...]
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