Burgers and Beer with Rabbi Hirsch
Join Brotherhood for this special evening to get to know our new Rabbi, Neil Hirsch! Brotherhood will provide appetizers and guests can purchase food and drinks from the menu. All men of Wise are welcome!
Join Brotherhood for this special evening to get to know our new Rabbi, Neil Hirsch! Brotherhood will provide appetizers and guests can purchase food and drinks from the menu. All men of Wise are welcome!
Explore the significance of tefilah (prayer) and the role of the synagogue in Jewish life. Learn about the various components of Jewish worship, the structure of services, and the historical development of synagogues as centers of community and spirituality. Please register by November 15.
Join us for an enriching family education program that deepens our connection to Israel as Jewish people! Discover Israeli customs, culture, and traditions through engaging activities, interactive games, and meaningful discussions. This unique experience will help establish Israel as our shared homeland and strengthen our bonds within the community.
Facilitated by Amanda Laskowski, Founder of Cincy Postpartum, a community that has supported over 500 women since May 2022. Discover a comfortable and supportive space to ask questions and connect with other Jewish moms in the same transformative season of postpartum and early parenting. Our Jewish Postpartum Circle is a “Baby + Me” program that [...]
Contrary to what most people think, our classical literature of Bible, Talmud and other rabbinic literature are far from monolithic in theology or emphasis on qualities of God. These great sources reveal wide-ranging ideas of God, with many parallel tracks or viewpoints, none competing with one another, but each to challenge and to stimulate our [...]
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 30th. How does one age “wisely,” open doors to new opportunities, and effectively navigate life’s challenges? Through this five-session course geared primarily for those ages 55-75, we will come together for authentic, meaningful, and honest conversations. Participants will discuss how to live with joy and fulfillment in the years ahead, while coping [...]
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 [...]
In Session #4, we surveyed some of the most important texts in Jewish history and this week, we will narrow our focus on the development of the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) and the Talmud. Discover how these foundational texts have shaped Jewish law, tradition, and thought over the centuries, and their continued relevance in the lives [...]
Make a difference with St. Francis Seraph Ministries at St. Anthony Center in Over-the-Rhine! St Francis is part of a collaboration of services joining together under one roof to feed, clothe and provide basic needs for the homeless and working poor in our community. Help to serve a Holiday meal to the guests of Cincinnati’s [...]
We extend a warm invitation for grandparents of children ages 0-5 to join Rabbi Kamrass and our YoFI community for a heartwarming Shababa experience with your grandchildren! Regardless of whether your children and grandchildren call Cincinnati home or are in town for an extended Thanksgiving weekend, Shababa is a perfect opportunity continue the family festivities [...]
Join us as we explore different perspectives on one of the most challenging, unanswerable questions that has consumed humanity throughout history: What Happens After We Die? We will look to Jewish texts and traditions first, then comparing them with sources from Christianity and Islam.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 30th. How does one age “wisely,” open doors to new opportunities, and effectively navigate life’s challenges? Through this five-session course geared primarily for those ages 55-75, we will come together for authentic, meaningful, and honest conversations. Participants will discuss how to live with joy and fulfillment in the years ahead, while coping [...]
Join us for a listening session to some of the early recordings of Arik Einstein (the Israeli Frank Sinatra). In the late 60s he released an album titled, “Good Old Eretz Israel.” This classic of the Israeli songbook put melodies to the words of iconic Israeli poet Natan Alterman. We will listen to the songs, [...]
Join fellow guitarists learning and playing Jewish music, including Shabbat favorites, Israeli music and contemporary Jewish artists. Singers and percussionists are also welcome!
Embark on a captivating reptile adventure as we meet three fascinating reptilian species, which may include snakes, lizards, turtles, and tortoises. Join us for a delightful evening featuring a meaningful Shabbat service, delicious dinner with friends, and thrilling reptile encounter courtesy of the Newport Aquarium Wave on Wheels. Don't miss out on this Friday night [...]
Parenting is a journey filled with profound joys and significant challenges, especially in these trying times for our communities and the world. Join us to strengthen our resilience as parents and discover ways to model these essential skills for our children.
Join us as we explore different perspectives on one of the most challenging, unanswerable questions that has consumed humanity throughout history: What Happens After We Die? We will look to Jewish texts and traditions first, then comparing them with sources from Christianity and Islam.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 30th. How does one age “wisely,” open doors to new opportunities, and effectively navigate life’s challenges? Through this five-session course geared primarily for those ages 55-75, we will come together for authentic, meaningful, and honest conversations. Participants will discuss how to live with joy and fulfillment in the years ahead, while coping [...]
With the rise of anti-Semitism, Rabbi Kamrass will lead us to examine the different types of prejudice and hatred against Jews throughout history, how the different types were manifested, the source of their power in different circumstances and eras, as well as what is old and yet new in the newest types of anti-Semitism that [...]
Join us for a listening session to some of the early recordings of Arik Einstein (the Israeli Frank Sinatra). In the late 60s he released an album titled, “Good Old Eretz Israel.” This classic of the Israeli songbook put melodies to the words of iconic Israeli poet Natan Alterman. We will listen to the songs, [...]
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
4th–6th grade families are invited to a special dinner featuring all your favorite breakfast dishes, followed by our community-wide Bluegrass-inspired Shabbat service in the chapel. Siblings are always welcome. This event is free for our 4th–6th grade families with registration.
Join us for a unique Shabbat service featuring Jewish bluegrass musician Noah Solomon and Wise Temple’s Director of Lifelong Learning, Matt Check. The duo will reminisce about their decade performing together in New York City as they create a bluegrass service with guitar, mandolin, and vocals, all set to the liturgy of Friday night Shabbat.
Celebrate the upcoming Festival of Lights with your little ones and other young families at Wise Center! Together at our YoFI Shababa Winter Celebration, we’ll sing and dance to our favorite upcoming Chanukah songs, nosh on yummy treats, and enjoy crafts and free play. We look forward to celebrating the joy of the season with [...]
Join us as we explore different perspectives on one of the most challenging, unanswerable questions that has consumed humanity throughout history: What Happens After We Die? We will look to Jewish texts and traditions first, then comparing them with sources from Christianity and Islam.
In Rabbi Kamrass’ last year of teaching this popular course, we will focus on the ancient rabbinic wisdom and texts that shape our fundamental values on Love, Family, Community and Time. Participants this year will delve into these important ideas and foundational texts to learn and to discuss. No prior experience of Talmud study is necessary, [...]
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 30th. How does one age “wisely,” open doors to new opportunities, and effectively navigate life’s challenges? Through this five-session course geared primarily for those ages 55-75, we will come together for authentic, meaningful, and honest conversations. Participants will discuss how to live with joy and fulfillment in the years ahead, while coping [...]
Make a difference with St. Francis Seraph Ministries at St. Anthony Center in Over-the-Rhine! St Francis is part of a collaboration of services joining together under one roof to feed, clothe and provide basic needs for the homeless and working poor in our community. Help to serve a Holiday meal to the guests of Cincinnati’s [...]
Musical Shabbat Service for people in their 20s and 30s. Join us for drinks, heavy nosh and a special Chanukah celebration.
Volunteer to serve a Christmas meal to those in need on Christmas Day with the Sunday Morning Club in Northern Kentucky. Last year, Wise Temple volunteers served over 800 people in this meaningful event. Please register by 12/23. NOTE: Volunteers must be at least 10 years old.
When homelessness occurs, the most basic needs go unmet. 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 health & employment services to 210 [...]
Join other Wise Temple members and families for an afternoon of bowling, food (Chinese and more!), friends and fun. Try for a Christmas turkey (3 strikes in a row)! Don’t miss this December 25th tradition! $10.00 per person or split it with your family for $25.00. Open to the entire congregation. Sponsored by the Brotherhood.
Designed for children ages 3-5 and a parent, our YoFI Challah Bakeshop will be led by our chef Rebecca as we make challah and enjoy a yummy dinner. Register today – space is limited to the first 8 families to sign up.
Join fellow guitarists learning and playing Jewish music, including Shabbat favorites, Israeli music and contemporary Jewish artists. Singers and percussionists are also welcome!
Care is a strange word. We know care when we see it, but it is hard to define. We give care and we receive it. We care about ideals and principles. Sometimes it is nice not to have a care in the world. In Hebrew, there are several words that we could use when one [...]
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
YoFI Shababa is a fun, interactive, and musical 30 minute Shabbat morning service for toddlers. Shababa is open and accessible to all; come as you are and when you can. The hour of open play after the service is a wonderful opportunity to see old friends and make new ones!
Explore the key events, figures, and movements in Jewish history from the year 1600 to the end of World War I. Learn about the challenges and triumphs faced by Jewish communities during this period, including the impact of the Enlightenment, the rise of Hasidism, and the experiences of Jews in various regions. Please register by [...]
Care is a strange word. We know care when we see it, but it is hard to define. We give care and we receive it. We care about ideals and principles. Sometimes it is nice not to have a care in the world. In Hebrew, there are several words that we could use when one [...]
In Rabbi Kamrass’ last year of teaching this popular course, we will focus on the ancient rabbinic wisdom and texts that shape our fundamental values on Love, Family, Community and Time. Participants this year will delve into these important ideas and foundational texts to learn and to discuss. No prior experience of Talmud study is necessary, [...]
Delve into the history and development of Zionism, the Jewish nationalist movement that led to the establishment of the State of Israel. Discover the ideological foundations of Zionism, the key figures involved, and the major events that shaped the modern Jewish state. Please register by January 17.
When homelessness occurs, the most basic needs go unmet. 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 health & employment services to 210 [...]
Let us explore the question: Can the Jewish people be sustained by its civil religion? The memory of the Holocaust and its lessons have been integrated into Israeli and American Jewish society both in tandem and at odds over the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. We will explore the ways in which the Holocaust has helped [...]
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Family Shabbat: Big Kids Edition, designed especially for families with 4th–6th graders (siblings welcome)! After a casual dinner, we'll gather with the community for a traditional service in the chapel. Then, we’ll enjoy exciting activities like inflatable (bladeless) axe throwing and fowling—plus ice cream to top it all [...]
YoFI Shababa is a fun, interactive, and musical 30 minute Shabbat morning service for toddlers. Shababa is open and accessible to all; come as you are and when you can. The hour of open play after the service is a wonderful opportunity to see old friends and make new ones!
Yellow Ribbon Support Center sends care packages to military members serving for our country, including food, health & hygiene items, and reading materials. To date, they have sent over 36,000 packages to troops in harm's way. Inspired by local soldier Matt Maupin, who was taken captive by Iraqi soldiers in 2004 and finally laid to [...]
Explore the origins and evolution of the Reform Movement within Judaism. Learn about its key principles, influential figures, and the ways it has shaped contemporary Jewish practice and thought. Discover how the Reform Movement has responded to modernity and adapted Jewish traditions to align with contemporary values. Please register by January 24.
Let us explore the question: Can the Jewish people be sustained by its civil religion? The memory of the Holocaust and its lessons have been integrated into Israeli and American Jewish society both in tandem and at odds over the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. We will explore the ways in which the Holocaust has helped [...]
Eve, mother of all the living, is the first woman partaker in fruit from the Tree of Knowledge. We may think we know her story, but a close look at Genesis suggests there is more to Eve than meets the eye. In this class, we will examine the Torah passages dealing with Eve and the [...]
Approximately two thousand years ago, a rabbi named Yochanan made a pivotal and pragmatic decision that would shape the fate of the Jewish people. By examining how the rabbis navigated their own ethical challenges—determining truth, upholding compromise, convincing others, maintaining peace with neighbors, avoiding infighting, and weighing sinning in hopes of promoting a greater good—Rabbi [...]
In this class, we will explore how the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth – who lived his entire life as a Jew – became the focal point of a new religion. We will also look at the relationship between the Jewish people and the early church, including antisemitism in late antiquity and the [...]
Who or what is God? What is the purpose of prayer? What does it mean to live an ethical Jewish life? Join us as we wrestle with some of the biggest philosophical and theological questions Judaism has to offer. We will read excerpts from modern and contemporary Jewish thinkers like Martin Buber, Abraham Joshua Heschel, [...]
Step right up to the greatest show on Shabbat! Join us for a Circus-themed Family Shabbat, where the fun never stops! Experience a meaningful Shabbat service, delicious dinner with friends, and spectacular circus acts that will leave you amazed! Family Shabbat caters to families with children in elementary school. $10/Member Household $18/Guest Household
YoFI Shababa is a fun, interactive, and musical 30 minute Shabbat morning service for toddlers. Shababa is open and accessible to all; come as you are and when you can. The hour of open play after the service is a wonderful opportunity to see old friends and make new ones!
Explore the significance, traditions, and rituals associated with major Jewish lifecycle events, from birth to death. Learn about the ceremonies and customs that mark important milestones such as brit milah, bar/bat mitzvah, marriage, and mourning practices. Understand how these events weave together the fabric of Jewish life and community. Please register by February 7.
Join us for a special Tu B'Shevat Family Program, where Second Grade families will explore the significance of this holiday within the Jewish calendar and its unique role in celebrating nature and trees. Together, we'll appreciate Tu B'Shevat as the "birthday of the trees," learning about its cultural and historical importance in strengthening our connection [...]
In this class, we will explore how the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth – who lived his entire life as a Jew – became the focal point of a new religion. We will also look at the relationship between the Jewish people and the early church, including antisemitism in late antiquity and the [...]
In Rabbi Kamrass’ last year of teaching this popular course, we will focus on the ancient rabbinic wisdom and texts that shape our fundamental values on Love, Family, Community and Time. Participants this year will delve into these important ideas and foundational texts to learn and to discuss. No prior experience of Talmud study is necessary, [...]
Join other YoFI families with children ages 3-5 for a musical, interactive, and sweet Tu Bishvat seder followed by dinner and planting.
Who or what is God? What is the purpose of prayer? What does it mean to live an ethical Jewish life? Join us as we wrestle with some of the biggest philosophical and theological questions Judaism has to offer. We will read excerpts from modern and contemporary Jewish thinkers like Martin Buber, Abraham Joshua Heschel, [...]
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
Looking for holiday weekend plans with your little one? Join us for our YoFI Family Playdate and meet other young families! $5/Member Household $10/Guest Household
In this class, we will explore how the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth – who lived his entire life as a Jew – became the focal point of a new religion. We will also look at the relationship between the Jewish people and the early church, including antisemitism in late antiquity and the [...]
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