Wise Learning Guest Lecture Series: Yochanan’s Gamble

Zoom Program

Presented by: Rabbi Marc Katz 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 [...]

Sunday Hebrew #17

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

Chicken Soup Cook Off

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

Tuesdays with Torah | Constantine’s Sword: the Jews, the Early Church, and the History of Antisemitism

Wise Center, Zoom 8329 Ridge Road, Amberley Village

Presented by: Courtney Anthony 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 [...]

Torah Take 2 | Voices of Jewish Wisdom: Exploring Spirituality, Ethics, and Social Justice through the Teachings of Renowned Jewish Philosophers

Wise Center, Zoom 8329 Ridge Road, Amberley Village

Presented by: Jamie Starr 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 [...]

Women’s Programs: Book Discussion on Perimenopause and Menopause

Wise Center, Amberley

Join adult women in the congregation for an insightful discussion on Perimenopause and Menopause based on Heather Corinna’s What Fresh Hell is This? Perimenopause, Menopause, Other Indignities, and You.  Corinna offers a thorough, engaging look at this life stage, blending personal stories with the science behind women’s ever-changing bodies. Together, we’ll share experiences, advice, laughter, [...]

Family Shabbat Circus Spectacular

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

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

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

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!

Judaism 101 | Lifecycle Events (Session #10) | Rabbi Lewis Kamrass

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

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.

Second Grade Family Education Program

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

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 [...]

Kehillah #19

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

Sunday Hebrew #18

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

Tuesdays with Torah | Constantine’s Sword: the Jews, the Early Church, and the History of Antisemitism

Wise Center, Zoom 8329 Ridge Road, Amberley Village

Presented by: Courtney Anthony 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 [...]

Talmud and Rabbinic Judaism Class

Wise Center‍ 8329 Ridge Ave, Amberley Village, OH

Presented by: Rabbi Lewis Kamrass 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 [...]