The YoFI Summer Jewish Music Class returns for our annual summer series that combines singing, moving, and pure joy. Hosted at Wise Center this summer, this drop-in class is a great way to meet up with other young families and is open to the entire community. Families are welcome to stay, play, and enjoy snacks [...]
Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise with scooped ice cream and a topping bar aboard BB Riverboats. Relax, reconnect with Wise Temple friends, and enjoy fascinating insights about Cincinnati from the Captain. Boarding at 2:30 p.m., sailing at 3:00 p.m. Don't miss this perfect family outing! Members: $36/family Guests: $50/family This program is full. Please contact Robyn [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Matt Check, Director of Lifelong Learning Join us for a listening session of some of the early recordings of Arik Einstein (the Israeli Frank Sinatra). In the late 70s he released albums about the land of Israel. These classics of the Israeli songbook put melodies to the words of iconic Israeli poetry. We will listen [...]
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 [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
The YoFI Summer Jewish Music Class returns for our annual summer series that combines singing, moving, and pure joy. Hosted at Wise Center this summer, this drop-in class is a great way to meet up with other young families and is open to the entire community. Families are welcome to stay, play, and enjoy snacks [...]
With the new school year just weeks away, help students and teachers in our community have the school supplies they need to be successful in the classroom. In support of our Social Action Committee’s volunteer event at Crayons to Computers in September, Wise Temple is hosting a school supply collection drive to support the organization. [...]
Rabbi Neil P.G. Hirsch, Senior Rabbi Successor “In the beginning,” reads the opening words of Genesis. "Let's start at the very beginning / A very good place to start,” sings Maria to the Von Trapp children. While Jewish tradition teaches that there is no true beginning or end in Torah study, we have to choose [...]
Join Rabbi Hirsch and your Adult Engagement friends as we take over the Bluegrass Suites at the Florence Y’alls baseball stadium. Just across the river in Florence, KY, we’ll enjoy the charm and excitement of a minor league game. Tickets include hot dogs, popcorn, chips and sodas. Cost: $28/per person/member, $36 per person/guest Registration is [...]
Join us at Fifty West Brewing Company to catch up with old and new YoFI friends as the summer winds down. Gather under our private cabanas where we'll offer a selection of hearty snacks, kids meals, and lots of sandbox toys for everyone to enjoy in Fifty West's giant sandbox. All are welcome! Cost: $10/family [...]
Rabbi Neil P.G. Hirsch, Senior Rabbi Successor “In the beginning,” reads the opening words of Genesis. "Let's start at the very beginning / A very good place to start,” sings Maria to the Von Trapp children. While Jewish tradition teaches that there is no true beginning or end in Torah study, we have to choose [...]
In partnership with the Ohio Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (RAC-OH), Wise Temple’s Civic Engagement Committee is taking part in the nonpartisan Every Voice Every Vote campaign to ensure that all have equal say in decisions that impact their lives. Join us for an afternoon of civic-minded activities where we’ll be writing postcards to [...]
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Jamie Starr, Rabbinic Fellow 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 of Wise, along with local Honeyrun Farms and Bohman Bee Company, are delighted to offer affordable and sweet-tasting honey for you to share with your family and friends to welcome the new year. We're excited to bring back our popular Summer Honey, Hot Pepper Infused Honey, and Bourbon Infused Honey. Plus, we now offer [...]
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 [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Jamie Starr, Rabbinic Fellow 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 [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
It’s the annual YoFI Shabarbecue-- a wonderful way to conclude the summer with other young families in a casual environment. After our YoFI Shababa service at 10:30, we'll have a BBQ lunch for all on our back patio followed by free play on our playground.
In partnership with the Ohio Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (RAC-OH), Wise Temple’s Civic Engagement Committee and Women of Wise are taking part in the nonpartisan Every Voice Every Vote campaign to ensure that all have equal say in decisions that impact their lives. Join us for an afternoon of civic-minded activities where we’ll [...]
Rabbi Zachary Goodman, Associate Rabbi This two-part class explores the unique dynamics between Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, and the American Jewish community during a pivotal era in American history. Uncover the lesser-known aspects of Abraham Lincoln's presidency and his profound impact on the American Jewish community during the Civil War. [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Join us for an unforgettable family retreat at Kirkwood Adventure Park, where excitement and Jewish learning meet amidst stunning natural beauty! Dive into fun at the lake with a sandy beach and the thrilling Splash Blast Lake Obstacle Course. Then, enjoy endless entertainment at Gopher’s Ground Games. With thrilling adventures and unique learning opportunities, this [...]
Join fellow guitarists learning and playing Jewish music, including Shabbat favorites, Israeli music and contemporary Jewish artists. Singers and percussionists are also welcome!
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
We’re excited to kick off the return of Family Shabbat with a meaningful service, followed by a delicious cookout and an exhilarating foam party for the kids. Don’t forget to bring their bathing suits & towels—it’s going to be a bubbly blast for the whole family! Family Shabbat caters to families with children in elementary [...]
Kehillah for students in Pre-K through 8th Grade begins on Sunday, September 8! Registration is currently open on the Wise Temple member portal.
Parents of Kehillah students in ALL grades are invited to join Courtney Anthony, Director of Education, and the Wise Temple rabbis to learn about the upcoming 2024-2025 school year!
Rabbi Zachary Goodman, Associate Rabbi This two-part class explores the unique dynamics between Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, and the American Jewish community during a pivotal era in American history. Uncover the lesser-known aspects of Abraham Lincoln's presidency and his profound impact on the American Jewish community during the Civil War. [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Tradition has it that we read the Book of Jonah on Yom Kippur afternoon because its message strengthens the worshiper's sense of repentance, helping everyone toward the finish line after a very long day. The trouble is, the Book of Jonah’s lesson can be enigmatic. As we prepare for the High Holy Days , join [...]
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Wear your gear to services, root for your favorite team, and kick off football season with Wise Temple friends and family at Tailgate Shabbat! Following services, we’ll gather in the back parking lot for a tailgate featuring a barbecue dinner by Brotherhood, games like Kan Jam and Cornhole, and domestic and craft beer along with [...]
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!
Want to learn how to play mahjong? You can, right here at Wise Center on Sunday mornings! Led by Women of Wise, our group will meet for 6 sessions beginning September 15th. We will have instructors for both brand new players as well as an “intermediate” class for those wishing to brush up on their [...]
Welcome back, Kehillah! It's time to reconnect with old friends and make new ones. Join us after Kehillah in the back parking lot for a complimentary slice of pizza, ice cream, music, and exciting games! Let's kick off the new session with smiles, food, laughter, and friends!
Rabbi Anna Meyers Burke, Director of Member Engagement & Young Family Involvement In the weeks preceding the High Holy Days, we engage in profound introspection, reflecting upon the events of the past year to acknowledge personal successes and areas for growth in anticipation of the year ahead. Throughout this two-week course, participants will delve into [...]
Join Women Thrive for an evening with friends old and new as we dive into Israeli dance at Café Alma on Thursday, September 19th, from 7-9 PM. Led by Owen Weiss, Camp Livingston’s Israeli Dance Leader, we’ll learn exciting dance steps and enjoy a culturally enriching experience with lively music. Café Alma, with its beautiful [...]
Wise Temple partners with AJC Cincinnati as they welcome Agnieszka Markiewicz, Director of AJC Central Europe to Cincinnati. The program will provide an overview of the current dynamics in the AJC Central Europe region—including Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia—focusing on the impact of the war in Ukraine, relations with and perceptions of [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
Celebrate Shabbat with other young adults at the beautiful Plum Street Temple for a musical Shabbat service. Following the service, Join Rabbi Goodman and the NextGen Band for drinks out in OTR. (Location TBA). All are welcome!
Parents of Kehillah kindergarten students, as well as first and second grade students who are new to Kehillah this year, are invited to join Rabbi Kamrass for an informational meeting about Consecration.
Want to learn how to play mahjong? You can, right here at Wise Center on Sunday mornings! Led by Women of Wise, our group will meet for 6 sessions beginning September 15th. We will have instructors for both brand new players as well as an “intermediate” class for those wishing to brush up on their [...]
Wise Temple is grateful to host Israel educator extraordinaire, Rachel Korazim, who will discuss how Israeli society has responded with poetry since the events of last October. Literature has always been an important part of Israeli identity and culture especially in its responses to the ongoing conflict it has faced since its creation. Join us [...]
Together with a parent or special adult, Open Room students will delve into the Jewish value of T'zar ba'alei chayim (Kindness to animals). Experience the joy of connecting with creatures great and small with a hands-on petting zoo from Good Green Earth Farm. Let's learn together and nurture compassion for all living beings.
Rabbi Anna Meyers Burke, Director of Member Engagement & Young Family Involvement In the weeks preceding the High Holy Days, we engage in profound introspection, reflecting upon the events of the past year to acknowledge personal successes and areas for growth in anticipation of the year ahead. Throughout this two-week course, participants will delve into [...]
Meet Rabbi Hirsch! Wise Temple members are invited to join our new Senior Rabbi Successor in a personal, small group conversation over light bites and drinks. Rabbi Hirsch will invite questions and conversation, sharing his excitement as he joins our community. These events are limited to Wise Temple members only. Please do not add non-member [...]
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!
Crayons to Computers has worked to level the playing field in the classroom by ensuring that teachers can provide their students in need with the tools to succeed in school. To date, Crayons to Computers has distributed more than $184 million worth of free school supplies, enhancement, and incentive items thanks to the partnerships with [...]
NEW: Limited transportation available Usher in the Days of Awe with this poetic, reflective, beautiful Service of Forgiveness. With Rabbi Kamrass, Rabbi Hirsch, and Rabbi Goodman. Preceded by dessert at 8:00 PM. A bus, generously funded by Women of Wise, will depart from Wise Center at 7:15 PM, and arrive at Plum Street Temple in [...]
Want to learn how to play mahjong? You can, right here at Wise Center on Sunday mornings! Led by Women of Wise, our group will meet for 6 sessions beginning September 15th. We will have instructors for both brand new players as well as an “intermediate” class for those wishing to brush up on their [...]
Rabbi Hirsch, Senior Rabbi Successor During the High Holy Days we focus our prayers and energy on t’shuvah, the process of repentance, enabling us to enter into a new year for goodness and blessing. Many use this time to repair relationships that have been fractured. Given its centrality to Yom Kippur, t’shuvah though is often [...]
Join us for a sweet and musical family-style gathering at Pioneer Park on Wednesday, October 2nd at 4:00 pm. Bring some bread or small stones and meet us at the Gazebo to cast away our sins and start the year afresh. Together, we'll reflect, let go of past wrongdoings, and embrace a fresh start. All [...]
Service with Rabbi Hirsch (sermon), Rabbi Kamrass, and Rabbi Goodman; Elana Bell, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE Note: Erev Rosh Hashanah service will take place at Plum Street Temple only. There will NOT be an Erev Rosh Hashanah service at Wise Center.
Families with elementary aged children are invited to pray, sing, and reflect together in a service led by Rabbi Goodman and Rabbi Kamrass; Betsy Singer-Lefton, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
Service with Rabbi Hirsch (sermon); Rachel Kobernick, cantorial soloist.
Children PreK (must be at least 4 years old) through 2nd Grade are invited to join us in the Open Room for holiday-themed stories, songs, and crafts. We will also enjoy some of Wise Center’s outdoor spaces, weather permitting. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Fee of $10 per child per holiday. Limited to first 45 member children. Questions? [...]
Babysitting is available for children, ages 6 months – 3 years old, at Wise Center for members attending the Rosh Hashanah morning service at Wise Center. The program will be staffed by Jackie Preston, this year’s Kehillah Threes program teacher. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Fee of $10 per child per holiday. Questions? Contact Rabbi Anna Burke, Director [...]
Service with Rabbi Kamrass (sermon) and Rabbi Burke; Elana Bell, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
Open to all teens 8th-12th grades and taking place during morning services, Rabbi Goodman will lead a thoughtful and worshipful experience highlighting the themes of the High Holy Days. REGISTRATION REQUESTED
Led by Rabbi Burke, Rabbi Hirsch, Rabbi Goodman, and Matt Check, the YoFI worship experience is designed for infants through kindergarteners, with a special place for parents, older siblings, and grandparents. The brief service includes music, movement, and a story followed by special Rosh Hashanah snacks and activities. REGISTRATION REQUESTED: This is a perfect event [...]
Explore the significance, traditions, and unique practices of the High Holy Days – Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Learn how these solemn and reflective days shape Jewish life, spirituality, and our personal journeys of repentance and renewal. Please register by October 4.
Want to learn how to play mahjong? You can, right here at Wise Center on Sunday mornings! Led by Women of Wise, our group will meet for 6 sessions beginning September 15th. We will have instructors for both brand new players as well as an “intermediate” class for those wishing to brush up on their [...]
Program Lead: Rabbi Lewis Kamrass
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 [...]
Rabbi Hirsch, Senior Rabbi Successor During the High Holy Days we focus our prayers and energy on t’shuvah, the process of repentance, enabling us to enter into a new year for goodness and blessing. Many use this time to repair relationships that have been fractured. Given its centrality to Yom Kippur, t’shuvah though is often [...]
Join fellow guitarists learning and playing Jewish music, including Shabbat favorites, Israeli music and contemporary Jewish artists. Singers and percussionists are also welcome!
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
Families with elementary aged children are invited to pray, sing, and reflect together in a service led by Rabbi Goodman and Rabbi Hirsch; Betsy Singer-Lefton, cantorial soloist.
Plum Street Temple: Service with Rabbi Kamrass (sermon); Elana Bell, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE Wise Center: Service with Rabbi Goodman (sermon) and Rabbi Hirsch; Rachel Kobernick, cantorial soloist.
Families with elementary aged children are invited to pray, sing, and reflect together in a service led by Rabbi Hirsch and Rabbi Goodman; Betsy Singer-Lefton, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
Service with Rabbi Kamrass (sermon) and Rabbi Burke; Rachel Kobernick, cantorial soloist.
Children PreK (must be at least 4 years old) through 2nd Grade are invited to join us in the Open Room for holiday-themed stories, songs, and crafts. We will also enjoy some of Wise Center’s outdoor spaces, weather permitting. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Fee of $10 per child per holiday. Limited to first 45 member children. Questions? [...]
Babysitting is available for children, ages 6 month – 3 years old, at Wise Center for members those attending the Yom Kippur morning service at Wise Center. The program will be staffed by Jackie Preston, this year’s Kehillah Threes program teacher. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Fee of $10 per child per holiday. Questions? Contact Rabbi Anna Burke, [...]
Service with Rabbi Kamrass (sermon), Rabbi Hirsch, and Rabbi Goodman; Elana Bell, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
Join Rabbi Burke for an informal study session on a topic of the season. Questions? Contact Rabbi Anna Burke, Director of YoFI, at 513.538.0392 or aburke@wisetemple.org.
Zoom from Wise Center, Plum Street Temple or home Dr. Brigadier General (Res.) Jonatan (Yoni) Shimshoni will present an update on the current situation regarding Israel, the war, and other topical issues. He will then open the session for questions and discussion. Dr. Shimshoni served for 25 years in the IDF in field command and [...]
Congregants are invited to spend Yom Kippur day at either Plum Street Temple or Wise Center, and participate in a social action project labeling containers for Cincinnati non-profit, La Soupe.
Plum Street Temple: Service with Rabbi Goodman; Rachel Kobernick, cantorial soloist. Wise Center: Service with Rabbi Kamrass and Rabbi Hirsch; Elana Bell, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
Led by Rabbi Burke and Matt Check, this service is geared especially toward our youngest cohort, infants through kindergarteners, with a special place for parents, older siblings, and grandparents. All are welcome for our brief, musical service and story followed by free play in the Open Room. REGISTRATION REQUESTED: This is a perfect event to [...]
Plum Street Temple: Service with Rabbi Goodman; Rachel Kobernick, cantorial soloist. Wise Center: Service with Rabbi Kamrass and Rabbi Hirsch; Elana Bell, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
Plum Street Temple: Service with Rabbi Goodman; Rachel Kobernick, cantorial soloist. Wise Center: Service with Rabbi Kamrass and Rabbi Hirsch; Elana Bell, cantorial soloist. LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE Break the fast following services in both locations.
Explore the significance, traditions, and unique practices of the three major pilgrimage festivals – Sukkot, Passover, and Shavuot. Learn how these festivals have shaped Jewish life and its calendar through the ages.
Join us at Gorman Farms for a morning of exploration where 5th graders and their parent or special adult will engage with Jewish teachings on environmental stewardship. Through hands-on activities and discussions, we'll reflect on our responsibility to preserve the natural world, explore our sustainability habits, and brainstorm practical steps for enhancing environmental stewardship in [...]
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 [...]
Rabbi Hirsch, Senior Rabbi Successor During the High Holy Days we focus our prayers and energy on t’shuvah, the process of repentance, enabling us to enter into a new year for goodness and blessing. Many use this time to repair relationships that have been fractured. Given its centrality to Yom Kippur, t’shuvah though is often [...]
Sukkot Evening Service with Rabbi Kamrass, Rabbi Hirsch, and Rabbi Goodman.
Sukkot Morning Service with Rabbi Kamrass, Rabbi Hirsch, and Rabbi Goodman.
YoFI families with children ages 3 and up are invited to share a special meal under the stars while decorating the sukkah, shaking the lulav, and celebrating the joyful holiday of Sukkot. All are welcome! Registration closes on October 14, space is limited. Questions? Contact Rabbi Anna Burke at aburke@wisetemple.org
Enjoy a fun Sukkot experience! We will kick off the evening with a family-friendly meal followed by a traditional Shabbat service. After the service, we’ll gather in the Sukkah to partake in the meaningful tradition of shaking the lulav and etrog. Then, we’ll enjoy dessert and fall-inspired ceramic craft painting provided by StarGlazers Pottery. This [...]
6:00 PM Casual Cookout Dinner 7:15 PM Campfire, Havdalah, S’mores & Campout Sponsored by Brotherhood. Our 20th Year of celebrating Sukkot by “living in booths” just as our ancestors did! Enjoy a free cookout dinner – simply bring a side dish, salad, or appetizer to share. Then gather at the field for Havdalah, songs and [...]
Want to learn how to play mahjong? You can, right here at Wise Center on Sunday mornings! Led by Women of Wise, our group will meet for 6 sessions beginning September 15th. We will have instructors for both brand new players as well as an “intermediate” class for those wishing to brush up on their [...]
Join us for a Sukkot Family Program, where Third Grade students, accompanied by a parent or special adult, will embark on an exciting journey to explore the traditions and significance of Sukkot. Together, we'll enjoy a range of engaging activities, including a visit to the sukkah, hands-on rotations, and thoughtful discussions. Discover the connection between [...]
Like all Americans, Jews prioritize various issues when they approach the ballot box. However, when Jewish cultural, religious, or political concerns come to the forefront, the perennial charge of Jewish “dual loyalty” becomes particularly prominent. Dr. Gary P. Zola, Executive Director Emeritus of the American Jewish Archives, will explain how these questions affected our predecessors [...]
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 [...]
The Jewish tradition is teeming with holy places, holy days, holy items, and even holy people… But what does it truly mean for something to be deemed “holy” within Jewish life? This course invites us to explore the spiritual significance of both time and space within Judaism, uncovering the holiness inherent in both. From the [...]
Women of Wise is hosting “Supper in the Sukkah” with Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch! Both men and women are welcome to have dinner with us in the sukkah and learn all about Rabbi Hirsch (she/her), the CEO of Women of Reform Judaism, a role she has held since 2023. Previously, Rabbi Hirsch was the rabbi [...]
Erev Simchat Torah/Consecration service, led by Rabbi Kamrass, Rabbi Hirsch, and Rabbi Goodman.
Simchat Torah Morning Service and Yizkor with Rabbi Kamrass, Rabbi Hirsch, and Rabbi Goodman.
When schools are out, Home Base is in session! We host fun-filled days of community-building, indoor/outdoor activities including scavenger hunts, sports, arts and crafts, camp-style Jewish and spoken Hebrew learning, field trips, homework help if requested, and more! Details: FULL-DAY (8:30 am - 6:15 pm) - $100/child HALF-DAY (9:00 am - 2:00 pm) - $60/child [...]
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!
Discover the legacy and rituals of Shabbat along with other important Jewish holidays (chagim). Gain a deeper understanding of how these sacred times can enhance our spiritual lives and strengthen our community bonds.
Want to learn how to play mahjong? You can, right here at Wise Center on Sunday mornings! Led by Women of Wise, our group will meet for 6 sessions beginning September 15th. We will have instructors for both brand new players as well as an “intermediate” class for those wishing to brush up on their [...]
Join us for a Torah Family Program, where 2nd graders and their parent or special adult will explore the significance of the Torah in Jewish life. Together, we'll delve into the importance of the Torah through engaging activities like synagogue scavenger hunts, family Torah exercises, and acts of kindness. Don't miss this opportunity to bond [...]
This event is for 7th and 8th grade students currently enrolled in Kehillah. 12:00 Noon - Lunch at Wise Center 1:00 PM - Bus leaves Wise Center 8:00 PM - Approximate departure time from Kings Island 8:30 PM - Approximate arrival back at Wise Center NO CHARGE! Tickets, lunch, and dinner are all included. If [...]
In partnership with the Ohio Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (RAC-OH), Wise Temple’s Civic Engagement Committee is taking part in the nonpartisan Every Voice Every Vote campaign to ensure that all have equal say in decisions that impact their lives. Wise Temple’s Civic Engagement Committee invites you to join RAC-OH in texting voters to [...]
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 [...]
The Jewish tradition is rich with holy places, holy days, holy items, and even holy people. But what does it truly mean for something to be deemed “holy” within Jewish life? This course invites us to explore the spiritual significance of both time and space in Judaism, uncovering the inherent holiness in both. We will [...]
In this class, we will journey through the history, folklore, and contemporary customs of Halloween; unraveling the diverse ways in which Jewish communities engage with the popular Western holiday. From discussing the origins of Halloween to exploring Jewish perspectives on themes like death, remembrance, and festive celebration, this class offers a unique lens through which [...]
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 [...]
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