The Food They Brought with Them: Jewish Immigration and the Culinary Experience with Dr. Judy Chesen. Local restaurateurs who came as immigrants to this country will discuss their motivations with Judy Chesen for coming to America. They also will talk about what inspired them to embark on careers in the restaurant business. Dr. Judy Chesen […]
Join us on April 8th for a live reading of Dr. King’s speech, Breaking the Silence. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr spoke out powerfully against the Vietnam War on April 4, 1967. Exactly one year later, King was assassinated. All speech sections have been assigned -- registration is still open for attendees! After you have registered, […]
Join Rabbi Ben Azriel for a family friendly Shabbat Service. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87047445299 Meeting ID: 870 4744 5299
JFS is hosting another Drive Thru Mitzvah Mission! Prepare frozen, unbaked macaroni and cheese casseroles following the required recipe and directions below. Drive thru the Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture and Education (CJCE). JFS will take your donations of frozen casseroles and pet supplies and provide you with a sweet treat in return. If you […]
In recent months, Dayton’s JCRC engaged participants from Dayton, Ohio, San Antonio, Texas, Budapest, Hungary, and the Western Galilee, Israel to explore their Coming of Age experiences, marking their transition from adolescence to adulthood. Participants included teens, young adults, and life-long learners. For some participants it was a recent moment and for others, it was filled with memories of […]
For our 2021 Virtual Yom Hashoah Program, we recognize and honor our Jewish Dayton Survivors who continue their legacy of education, service and leadership. Please join LIVE us as we share their impact and honor their stories on Sunday, April 11 at 4PM. Click here to register to receive your livestream link After registering, you […]
Click here to register! Based on a true 1930s story, Newark Minutemen tells an unforgettable tale about forbidden love, intrigue and a courageous man’s search for avenge. During the heart of the Great Depression, Yael Newman fatefully meets Krista Brecht, daughter of the German-American Nazi high command. When his affections turn real, his friends warn […]
Do you like to read, but don’t have time, so you prefer short stories? Have we got a new program for you! Once a month, or every so often, read a Jewish short story (and we mean short), and come to a follow-up discussion. You will make new friends, renew your current friendships, and deepen […]
A Taste of Jewish Cultural Festival at Temple Israel creates opportunities for all who wish to learn more about Jewish traditions, history, customs, and faith. In past years, over 2000 people have turned out to enjoy music and stories, learn about rituals, Torah, and holidays, taste brisket, falafel and challah, play games, and learn that […]