Runs February 1, 2026 - March 16, 2026 Do you have a favorite nature or animal photo that brings you joy? Share that joy with others! Submit your photos to Jewish Family Services, where we will use them to create Passover cards. The cards will be used as part of our Passover Holiday Outreach. Photos are due by March 16. Questions? Contact Jacquelyn Archie at jarchie@jfgd.net.
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Monday, March 2, 2026 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. THIS EVENT IS NOW BEING HELD AT: Beth Jacob Congregation 7020 N. Main Street Dayton, OH 45415 Celebrate Purim at Beth Abraham! Come join us for a Purim celebration filled with joy, community, and tradition. Carnival games and bounce houses! Pasta dinner with salad, fruit, hamantaschen, & ice cream. Costume parade! Shpiel (with full megillah reading to follow). We can't wait to celebrate with you. Put on your favorite costume and bring your festive spirit! Members: $15/adult; $5/child ages 3-10; Family max is $40 Nonmembers: $20/adult; $10/child ages 3-10; Family max...
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Monday, March 2, 2026 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Poelking Lanes South 8871 Kingsridge RdDayton, OH 45458 (right behind the Dayton Mall) Join us for a Megillah reading, Hors D’oeuvres, Hamantaschen, a good drink, networking & fun!! Cost: $18/person. Contact Chabad at 937-643-0770 to RSVP. Sponsored in part by Emunah Realty, LLC.
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Monday, March 2, 2026 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Beth Jacob Congregation 7020 N. Main Street Dayton, OH 45415 Yee Haw, It's Purim! Join us at Beth Jacob as we go "Down on the Farm" to celebrate Purim. 7:30 p.m. - Mincha/Ma'ariv 8:30 p.m. - Megillah Reading Light refreshments will be served. No cost. Questions? Contact Tammy at 937-274-2149. |
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Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Oakwood, OH 45419 The Community Purim Celebration is a lively and vibrant party, all ages come together, dressed in costumes, to hear the Megillah, enjoy a delicious dinner in a joyous atmosphere that embraces the spirit of Purim. $15/adult; $5/child. Click here to RSVP. |
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3 events,ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. HOWEVER, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PURCHASING A TICKET, PLEASE CONTACT STACY EMOFF AT SEMOFF@JFGD.NET. Sunday, March 8, 2026 9:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Temple Israel 130 Riverside Drive Dayton, OH 45405 In partnership with Temple Israel, as part of the Ryterband Lecture Series, and the Miami Valley Jewish Genealogy & History Richard Kreitner Fear No Pharaoh: American Jews, the Civil War, and the Fight to End Slavery The author of several books and many articles in publications such as the New York Times, the Washington Post and others, Richard Kreitner turns to the story of the engagement...
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Sunday, March 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 Cooking and science through a Jewish lens with stories and art sprinkled on top ... all designed for little hands and little minds! FOR TOTS AGES 2-4 & AN ADULT Click here to register. |
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Temple Beth Or 5275 Marshall Road Dayton, OH 45429 Not just any lunch - THE Jewish sandwich! Carnegie Deli corned beef stacked on rye, with fresh coleslaw, homemade brownie, beverage...and a snappy dill pickle! What, no cheesecake? Relax. Bubbe, we've got that too. Plus a plant-based alternative, Mrs. Goldfarb's Unreal Corned Beef is also available. Still craving more? Order corned beef by the pound - Carnegie Deli or Mrs. Goldfarb's Unreal Corned Beef. Click here for more information!
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Pickleball Kingdom 985 S. Main Street Centerville, OH 45458 Get ready to serve, smash, and scramble! We are kicking off New Members Week with a Pickleball tournament. Whether you are a seasoned pro or picking up a paddle for the first time, we want you on the court. The fun doesn't stop on the court! We will keep the good vibes going with a group dinner at The Famous immediately following the games. $16/person. Questions? Contact Jennifer Holman at jholman@jfgd.net.
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ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. HOWEVER, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PURCHASING A TICKET, PLEASE CONTACT STACY EMOFF AT SEMOFF@JFGD.NET. Thursday, March 12, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Due to water damage at Beth Abraham Synagogue, this event is now being held at: Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education 525 Versailles Drive Dayton, OH 45459 We appreciate your support and look forward to being with you soon! A Women’s Freedom Seder BREAKING THE BONDS OF OPPRESSION The JCC Women's Seder Committee invites you to the 12th Annual Women's Seder for a night of comradery, ritual, and dinner. Raise...
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Thursday, March 12, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. What's better than board games? Board games in pajamas. Join us for a marathon of fan-favorite board games. No stress - just good friends. We are ordering in! (bring a few bucks to chip in for the feast). Address will be given after registration. To register and for questions, contact Jennifer Holman at jholman@jfgd.net. |
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Sunday, March 15, 2026 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N. Dayton, OH 45405
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Sunday, March 15, 2026 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Scene75 6196 Poe Ave Dayton, OH 45414 Get ready for an epic night at Scene75! Your ticket scores you two hours of unlimited attractions and a $10 game card to spend on your favorite games. The fun starts at 4:00 p.m. ~ so don't be late for laser tag battles, racing go-karts, and hanging out with awesome new friends! Chaperones will be on hand to ensure your youth are safe and supported. The Junior Youth Group is open to all Jewish youth in 5th - 7th grade. $30/person. RSVP by March... |
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Monday, March 16, 2026 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Temple Beth Or 5275 Marshall Road Dayton, OH 45429 Grandparents and special friends are invited to an afternoon with Hillel students. No cost. For questions and to RSVP, contact Meryl Hattenbach at 937-277-8966. |
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Thursday, March 19, 2026 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Oakwood, OH 45419 $36/person. Click here to RSVP. |
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Sunday, March 22, 2026 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This event is by invite only. Sunday, March 22, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bethany Village The Village Center/Serr Grand Room 6443 Bethany Village Drive Dayton, OH 45459 In partnership with Bethany Village and Jewish Family Services of Greater Dayton Christopher C. Gorham Matisse at War: Art and Resistance in Nazi Occupied France Christopher Gorham, a lawyer, an educator and acclaimed author of The Confidante, has written a book about a lesser-known segment of the life of Henri Matisse. Rather than focusing on his earlier Fauvist or postwar paintings, Gorham delves into Matisse’s wartime creativity and moral resolve. After a number of personal crises such as...
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Sunday, March 22, 2026 4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Dayton, OH 45419 Discover the 15 steps of the Seder through a magical Pesach adventure! From dazzling tricks to spellbinding surprises, each challenge draws you deeper into a wonderous Pesach world full of mystery and excitement. For ages 5-12. No cost. Click here to RSVP. |
2 events,Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 During the entire week, community members are encouraged to drop off high-need items for St. Vincent de Paul and People & Paws. Questions? Contact Brian Kerstine at bkerstine@jfgd.net.
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Monday, March 23, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Visit daytonhillel.org to support programming for the region's only Jewish day school! Questions? Contact Meryl Hattenbach at 937-277-8966. |
2 events,Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 During the entire week, community members are encouraged to drop off high-need items for St. Vincent de Paul and People & Paws. Questions? Contact Brian Kerstine at bkerstine@jfgd.net.
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Temple Beth Or 5275 Marshall Road Dayton, OH 45429 Presented by Dr. Carol Salus, Kent State University The Adult Education Committee is delighted to welcome Dr. Carol Salus for a fascinating presentation on the life and work of renowned artist Roy Lichtenstein. The presentation will take place in Levin Hall. Dr. Salus will open the evening by exploring several of Lichtenstein’s iconic pieces, along with his works inspired by masters such as Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, and Matisse. Her perspective is uniquely personal—Carol’s family was close with the Lichtensteins, and Roy... |
1 event,Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 During the entire week, community members are encouraged to drop off high-need items for St. Vincent de Paul and People & Paws. Questions? Contact Brian Kerstine at bkerstine@jfgd.net. |
1 event,Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 During the entire week, community members are encouraged to drop off high-need items for St. Vincent de Paul and People & Paws. Questions? Contact Brian Kerstine at bkerstine@jfgd.net. |
1 event,Monday, March 23 - Friday, March 27 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 During the entire week, community members are encouraged to drop off high-need items for St. Vincent de Paul and People & Paws. Questions? Contact Brian Kerstine at bkerstine@jfgd.net. |
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Sunday, March 29, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Join Temple Beth Or and PJ Library families of all ages for an epic Passover Adventure! Families will move from Temple Beth Or (5275 Marshall Rd, Dayton, 45429) to the Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education (525 Versailles Dr, Centerville, 45459), bringing the Exodus to life. Stations, costumes, food, and community all come together during this interactive program! No cost. RSVP by March 27. Questions? Contact Kate Elder at kelder@jfgd.net.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2026 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Oakwood, OH 45419 Join as we celebrate the first Seder together as a community. Experience a meaningful Seder with spirited singing, stories, and lively Chassidic discussion. Taste authentic hand-baked Matzah, traditional foods, and four cups of wine along with a full course meal. $45/person. Email Rabbi Simon at rabbilevi@chabaddayton.com to RSVP. |
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