Feb 10, 2023 | Cathy's Whim
It’s no secret that I adore Dayton. Since I moved here over 10 years ago, I have fallen in love with the city and surrounding areas. There is so much to do, so much to see, and the city has so much to offer. I am especially fond of Jewish Dayton. When we started the...
Dec 14, 2022 | Cathy's Whim
I was recently at lunch with someone who was reminiscing about the good old days at the JCC. They spoke of the bustling community center and how they remember dropping off their children there and participating in exercise classes. They spoke fondly of the connections...
Nov 19, 2022 | Cathy's Whim
When I heard that Dave Chappelle was hosting Saturday Night Live (SNL), I had some apprehension. Dave Chappelle is known for having very strong commentary on current events. So, I figured his monologue would most likely be filled with references to Kanye West, Kyrie...
Nov 4, 2022 | Cathy's Whim
Earlier this week, I traveled to Chicago for the General Assembly (GA). The GA brings together Federation leaders from across North American and Israeli Jewish communities to explore complex issues facing the Jewish people. This annual conference (which had taken a...
Oct 21, 2022 | Cathy's Whim
On October 27, 2018, a gunman opened fire on the Tree of Life Synagogue, killing 11 innocent people. As we approach the four-year anniversary of this tragic event, we still continue to see an increase in antisemitism and acts of hate across the country. Just over the...
Oct 18, 2022 | JewishDayton Virtual Community
Join us for a virtual tour and discussion of the exhibition at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum. There is a complimentary box lunch available for pickup at Beth Abraham Synagogue on Friday, May 14, 2021 between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. There is no cost for this event....
