Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton

CHANUKAH
2025-12-14 - 2025-12-22

Chabad CWC Chanukah Party and Dinner/Craft Night
2025-12-16 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Chabad of Greater Dayton, 2001 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton, OH, 45419, United States
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Chabad of Greater Dayton
2001 Far Hills Avenue
Oakwood, OH 45419
Our very own Hadas Kaplan, artist and best-selling Israeli novelist, will lead us in a creative craft. Celebrate the light and joy of Chanukah together with friends. Savor the taste and nostalgia that Chanukah brings. Be a part of a relaxing, crafty, and social evening
$36/person. Click here to RSVP.

Beth Jacob Board Meeting
2025-12-16 18:30 - 20:00
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Chabad Chanukah Laser Show & Dinner
2025-12-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Boonshoft CJCE, 525 Versailles Dr, Centerville, OH, 45459, United States
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education
525 Versailles Drive
Centerville, OH 45459
Chabad presents a spectacular Chanukah Laser Show! Dinner and Menorah Lighting ~ fun for all ages!
Wondergy’s Festival of (Laser) Lights is a live science entertainment show that combines laser light, music, and science to tell the story of Chanukah. The show is family-friendly and designed for all ages. It culminates in a large-scale laser menorah lighting.
$10/adult; $5/child.
Click here to RSVP.
Sponsored in part by the Esther and DeNeal Feldman Jewish Experience Fund of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton.

Temple Beth Or 40th Anniversary Hanukkah Celebration
2025-12-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Temple Beth Or, 5275 Marshall Rd, Dayton, OH, 45429, United States
Saturday, December 20, 2025
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Temple Beth Or
5275 Marshall Road
Dayton, OH 45429
Hanukkah means “dedication.” A Hanukkah party to rededicate Temple Beth Or.
No cost. Contact Temple Beth Or at 937-435-3400 for more information.

Dayton BBYO's Chanukah Pajama Party & White Elephant Swap
2025-12-21 18:00 - 19:30
Sunday, December 21, 2025
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Get ready for a night of laughs, snacks, and cozy vibes at Dayton BBYO’s Chanukah Pajama Party & White Elephant Swap. Throw on your comfiest pajamas and bring a hilariously wrapped gift (with a $15 limit) to participate in a fun white elephant gift exchange. It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit—silly gifts, great company, and plenty of snacks to keep you fueled for the fun. Don’t miss out on the chance to score a random, ridiculous gift and make some unforgettable memories!
No cost. Click here to RSVP by December 17.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Holman at jholman@jfgd.net.

Beth Jacob Hanukkah Party
2025-12-21 19:00 - 23:00 | Beth Jacob Congregation, 7020 N Main St, Dayton, OH, 45415, United States
Sunday, December 21, 2025
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Beth Jacob Congregation
7020 N. Main Street
Dayton OH 45415
Enjoy a slide show and live musical performance of “The Life and Music of Louis Armstrong” By Rich & Dean.
Join us for night of fun activities!

Texas Hold’em Poker: $25.00 buy in
50/50 Cash Raffle: $2 per ticket or 20 for $15
Basket Raffles: $10 per ticket or 3 for $25

Bring your favorite menorah for candle lighting. Light refreshments will be served.
Questions? Contact Tammy at 937-274-2149.

Winter Camp Shalom
2025-12-22 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-23 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-31 09:00 - 16:00 | Boonshoft CJCE, 525 Versailles Dr., Centerville, OH, 45459, United States
December 22 – January 2 (closed December 25 and January 1)
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Rise & Shine is 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.; Stay & Play is 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
WINTER CAMP SHALOM WILL NOW TAKE PLACE AT:
Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education
525 Versailles Drive
Centerville, OH 45459
At Camp Shalom, we warmly nurture the qualities that create lasting friendships: kindness, empathy, bravery, trust, and communication. Winter Camp Shalom is packed with adventures, from exciting field trips that include museums and entertainment centers. Every day brings something new: cooking projects, arts and crafts, STEM explorations, and fun indoor sports.
Schedule

Monday, December 22: Hanukkah Heroes ~ Join us for a festive day filled with sports, creative crafts, dreidel games, and the delicious tradition of cooking (and tasting!) latkes. It’s a perfect way to honor the heroes of Hanukkah while having fun together!
Tuesday, December 23: Newport Aquarium Field Trip ~ A thrilling field trip to the Newport Aquarium! Your camper will dive into an underwater world, meet thousands of amazing aquatic animals, and get hands-on as they touch stingrays, sharks, crabs, and more. Plus, walking through underwater tunnels, meeting penguins and a rare white alligator, and crossing the world’s first Shark Bridge—right above the sharks— is a real-life adventure! Admission and transportation are included in camp tuition.
Wednesday, December 24: Arctic Adventures ~ Campers will dive into a frosty day of fun—making their own ice cream in a bag, competing in exciting “icy” sports, and creating frozen-themed crafts. It’s a cool way to bring warmth and joy to winter!
Thursday, December 25: Closed

Friday, December 26: Pajama Jam under the Stars ~ Wear your favorite PJs and get ready for a cosmic adventure! Campers will enjoy sports, crafts, and an out-of-this-world cooking project. The day will end with a special visit from the Boonshoft Museum’s Mobile Planetarium, where we’ll explore the wonders of the night sky together.
Monday, December 29: Mad Science Day ~ Awaken your inner mad scientist with a day full of hands-on experiments and wacky STEM-inspired games. We’ll even whip up a delicious edible experiment in the kitchen! One thing’s for sure – science at Camp Shalom is never dull, only thrilling!
Tuesday, December 30: USAF Museum and IMAX Theatre Field Trip ~ Campers will enjoy a thrilling IMAX screening of Fighter Pilots: Operation Red Flag, followed by exciting team scavenger hunts throughout the museum. Each camper will get to choose from three different scavenger hunt themes, making the adventure unique for everyone. It’s sure to be a high-flying experience full of fun, learning, and teamwork!
Wednesday, December 31: Shine Bright Party ~ Close out 2025 by showing off your brightest, truest self! Come dressed in your most colorful clothes and let your wacky side shine with crazy hair. Campers will spend the day playing glow-themed games, enjoy a special noon countdown, and end the celebration with a glowing dance party as we say goodbye to 2025 in style!
Thursday, January 1: Closed

Friday, January 2: Mitzvah Marathon ~ Start the new year by spreading kindness! Campers will spend the day doing good deeds—making pet toys for local animal shelters and packing bagged goodies for those in need. We’ll also play games that encourage teamwork and helping one another. There’s no better way to kick off 2026 than by making the world a little brighter together!
Cost: $200/4 day week, $75/day
Rise & Shine: $5/day
Stay & Play: $7/day
Click here to register if your child has previously participated in Camp Shalom, Winter Camp, Youth Theatre, or Youth Group.
If you have not participated in our youth programs before, please click here to register.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Holman at jholman@jfgd.net.

JFS In-Person Mitzvah Mission
2025-12-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Boonshoft CJCE, 525 Versailles Dr, Centerville, OH, 45459, United States
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education
525 Versailles Drive
Centerville, OH 45459
Join us for mitzvot for all ages! Have fun with friends old and new while making warm hats and scarves for the guests at St. Vincent de Paul’s shelters. Light noshes will be served. JFS is collecting food donations for St. Vincent de Paul’s shelters and The Dayton Foodbank.
If you have any questions, please call Jacquelyn Archie, JFS administrative assistant, at 937-610-1555.
No cost. RSVP by December 19.
