Join YoFI for Shababa Downtown at the Play Library – a unique opportunity to celebrate Shabbat with other young families! We encourage families to arrive between 9:15 and 9:30 AM to prepare for our YoFI Shababa service at 9:30 AM followed by free play and snacks at 10:00 AM. All are welcome! YoFI Shababa Downtown [...]
Join Wise Temple’s own Lauren Abrahams for a yoga class for EVERYONE. Connect with others in attendance before and after, and enjoy a well-deserved, relaxing start to your Sunday! This class is open to anyone interested in participating, no matter your age or level of experience, so long as you are comfortable getting up and [...]
Dr. Elizabeth Petuchowski shares her story of growing up as a young Jewish girl in Germany amidst the rise of Nazism, fleeing to England where she experienced the outbreak of WWII, and immigrating to the United States. Dr. Petuchowski will also read from her memoir, Where From and Where To: One of the Last Self-Told [...]
Make a difference at St. Francis Seraph! Help to serve a Thanksgiving meal to the guests from Cincinnati’s Over-The-Rhine neighborhood. 15 volunteers needed. Ages 12+.
Faith in Crisis Rabbi Zachary Goodman Drawing from the new curriculum produced by the Sholom Hartman Institute of Jerusalem, we will explore the themes of faith and faithlessness in times of crisis. Tap into Jewish wisdom--ancient and contemporary--and discover that our spiritual struggles and aspirations put us in very good company! This course is accessible [...]
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 [...]
Gender Identity in Jewish Life Aaron Torop, Rabbinic Fellow Did you know there are at least six types of gender in the Talmud? Learn about gender identity and how it shows up in Jewish life. This space is equally for those who are working to understand different facets of gender identity alongside those who feel [...]
Enjoy dinner with your Wise Temple community followed by a casual participatory service.
Together with a parent/special adult, Sixth Grade students will prepare for their b'nai mitzvah in this hands-on Family Program.
Join us for a screening of Women of Reform Judaism’s latest offering from the “WRJ Says STOP Initiative”. In this webinar, you will have the opportunity to learn from Dr. Alissa R. Ackerman and Dr. Guila Benchimol, developers of the URJ’s ‘Building a Very Narrow Bridge’ Restorative Justice Project. This program will focus on listening [...]
Gender Identity in Jewish Life Aaron Torop, Rabbinic Fellow Did you know there are at least six types of gender in the Talmud? Learn about gender identity and how it shows up in Jewish life. This space is equally for those who are working to understand different facets of gender identity alongside those who feel [...]
Join us for our annual multi-generational Chanukah Shabbat service. Bring your menorahs and candles to light during the service and sing along with your favorite Chanukah songs!
Join us following Shabbat services for a Chanukah themed meal with latkes and much more! Cost: $16/adult, $8/child, maximum family price of $48
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with your little ones and other young families at Wise Center! Together at our YoFI Shababa and Chanukah Brunch Party, we’ll sing and dance to our favorite Chanukah songs, nosh on yummy treats, and enjoy Chanukah crafts and free play. We look forward to celebrating the joy of the season [...]
Together with a parent/special adult, Open Room students will learn about and celebrate Chanukah in this hands-on Family Education Program.
Gender Identity in Jewish Life Aaron Torop, Rabbinic Fellow Did you know there are at least six types of gender in the Talmud? Learn about gender identity and how it shows up in Jewish life. This space is equally for those who are working to understand different facets of gender identity alongside those who feel [...]
TOPIC: Rabbinic and Talmudic texts on the laws of warfare and just wars. Don’t be intimidated by the title: no prior knowledge is required for this course, but do bring your curiosity, questions, and a desire to learn deeply. As we study these real-life ethical dilemmas, you will come to see that the ancient rabbis radically [...]
The Jewish “AND” Rabbi Zachary Goodman Explore the remarkable capacity of Judaism to embrace and reconcile conflicting truths. Through examination of texts, theological ideas and historical perspectives, we investigate the concept of “paradox” in Jewish thought and how we might hope to navigate it. By examining this rich tradition, we will gain a deeper appreciation [...]
Join the Brotherhood for our monthly meeting and dinner. All men of Wise are welcome!
Musical Shabbat Service for people in their 20s and 30s. Join us for drinks, heavy nosh and a special Chanukah celebration.
Join YoFI for Shababa Downtown at the Play Library – a unique opportunity to celebrate Shabbat with other young families! We encourage families to arrive between 9:15 and 9:30 AM to prepare for our YoFI Shababa service at 9:30 AM followed by free play and snacks at 10:00 AM. All are welcome! Space is limited [...]
Join Wise Temple’s own Lauren Abrahams for a yoga class for EVERYONE. Connect with others in attendance before and after, and enjoy a well-deserved, relaxing start to your Sunday! This class is open to anyone interested in participating, no matter your age or level of experience, so long as you are comfortable getting up and [...]
Make a difference at St. Francis Seraph! Help to serve a Holiday meal to the guests of Cincinnati’s Over-The-Rhine neighborhood. 15 volunteers needed. Ages 12+.
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 12/21. 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.
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