Stay connected with the Jewish community by exploring upcoming events and programs happening in the Greater Dayton area. Mark your calendar and join us for meaningful experiences that celebrate Jewish life, culture, and tradition.
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Sunday, November 1, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Temple Beth Or 5275 Marshall Road Dayton, OH 45429 Bring your 2–4-year-old for a morning of Jewish STEAM learning and fun. Siblings welcome! No cost. RSVP by calling Meryl Hattenbach at 937-277-8966. In partnership with PJ Library. |
1 event,Begins Monday, October 26, 2026 (runs for six weeks) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Dayton, OH 45419 Join the JLI course for six Monday evenings. The fall course, Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You, Reincarnation, Soulmates, Dreams, Names: What These and Other Mysteries Say About the Design of Your Life will answer questions like: Why do soulmates exist, and how do you find yours? What actually happens to your soul when you sleep? Have you lived before, and if so, what did you come back to finish? This six-week course takes... |
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November 4, 11, and 18, 2026 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Join us at the JCC for a three-part Canasta lesson series! Whether you're brand-new to the game or looking to brush up on your skills, this is a great way to learn, meet fellow players, and enjoy a new card game. No cost. RSVP by November 2. Questions? Contact Stacy Emoff at semoff@jfgd.net or Jordan Smith at jsmith@jfgd.net for more information.
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Thursday, November 5, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture and Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 Youth in grades 5 - 12, gather your friends and join us for a fun night of "Magic: The Gathering" at the JCC! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, everyone is welcome. Please feel free to bring your own "Magic: The Gathering" cards with you or come ready to learn and play! Come meet other gamers and enjoy a night of strategy, competition, and fun! Bring your friends and let’s play! No cost. RSVP...
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Saturday, November 7, 2026 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture and Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 Join us for a unique evening of poetry and music at the “CJCE Café.” Immerse yourself in the beatnik world, where we will delight your senses with performances by local Jewish poets and musicians. $18/person (includes food and one drink ticket). RSVP is required by October 30. In partnership with the Hear Us Committee.
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Sunday, November 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Temple Beth Or 5275 Marshall Road Dayton, OH 45429 The Temple Beth Or Adult Education Committee honors veterans and active-duty service members with a brunch and a presentation by 4 Paws for Ability, a nonprofit that breeds, raises, trains and places service dogs with children and veterans who have disabilities. 4 Paws has placed over 2,000 service dogs in its 28-year history. No cost. Click here to RSVP.
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Sunday, November 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Beth Abraham Synagogue 305 Sugar Camp Circle Dayton, OH 45409 Veterans Day Program featuring Retired Col. Dr. Kathy Platoni: The Plight of Veterans Dr. Kathy Platoni has been a practicing clinical psychologist for 42 years and maintains her private practice in Centerville, OH. In service of her country and as an Army Reserve clinical psychologist, she has deployed on four occasions in time of war. $12/person. Call 937-293-9520 to RSVP.
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Sunday, November 8, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Gather your favorite BBYO friends for a cozy and delicious Friendsgiving filled with good food, great company, creativity, and plenty of laughs! Get creative as you build your own themed charcuterie board, enjoy some Friendsgiving fun, and spend the evening hanging out with Dayton BBYO. After registering, reach out to Jenn to receive your charcuterie board theme! Address will be provided after registration. Com hungry, get creative, and give thanks for good friends and BBYO! $10/person. Click here to RSVP by November 10. Questions? Contact Jennifer Holman at jholman@jfgd.net. |
1 event,Begins Monday, October 26, 2026 (runs for six weeks) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Dayton, OH 45419 Join the JLI course for six Monday evenings. The fall course, Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You, Reincarnation, Soulmates, Dreams, Names: What These and Other Mysteries Say About the Design of Your Life will answer questions like: Why do soulmates exist, and how do you find yours? What actually happens to your soul when you sleep? Have you lived before, and if so, what did you come back to finish? This six-week course takes... |
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1 event,November 4, 11, and 18, 2026 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Join us at the JCC for a three-part Canasta lesson series! Whether you're brand-new to the game or looking to brush up on your skills, this is a great way to learn, meet fellow players, and enjoy a new card game. No cost. RSVP by November 2. Click here to register. Questions? Contact Stacy Emoff at semoff@jfgd.net or Jordan Smith at jsmith@jfgd.net for more information. |
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1 event,Friday, November 13 at 2:30 p.m. - Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Location will be provided after registration, per BBYO policies. Click here to register by November 9. Questions? Contact Jennifer Holman at jholman@jfgd.net. |
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Sunday, November 15, 2026 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Temple Israel 130 Riverside Drive Dayton, OH 45405 Liz Hirsh Naftali Saving Abigail: The True Story of the Abduction and Rescue of a Three-Year-Old Hostage Saving Abigail is a gripping true story of courage, resilience, and the extraordinary power of family in the face of unimaginable tragedy. On October 7, 2023, three-year-old Abigail Mor Edan’s world was shattered when Hamas terrorists attacked her Israeli community, murdering her parents and abducting her into Gaza. Alone, vulnerable, and held hostage amid a rapidly escalating conflict, Abigail became one of the many innocent victims...
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Monday, November 16, 2026 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. The Foodbank 56 Armor Place Dayton, OH 45417 Join our Food for F(all) Force. Volunteer to help with a variety of activities to support the local community with their food needs including packing boxes, sorting through food items for quality assurance, and loading pallets for storage and delivery. Ages 16 and older. Closed-toe shoes required. This JCRC project is being held in collaboration with Beth Abraham Synagogue, Beth Jacob Congregation, Chabad, Temple Beth Or, and Temple Israel. RSVP by November 10. Questions? Contact Jeff Blumer at jblumer@jfgd.net.
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Begins Monday, October 26, 2026 (runs for six weeks) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Dayton, OH 45419 Join the JLI course for six Monday evenings. The fall course, Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You, Reincarnation, Soulmates, Dreams, Names: What These and Other Mysteries Say About the Design of Your Life will answer questions like: Why do soulmates exist, and how do you find yours? What actually happens to your soul when you sleep? Have you lived before, and if so, what did you come back to finish? This six-week course takes... |
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Wednesday, November 18, 2026 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park North Dayton, OH 45405 Join the JCC Boomers at 2:00 p.m. for a docent-led one-hour tour at the Dayton Art Institute of the special exhibition Wall Power! Spectacular Quilts from the American Folk Art Museum. Before the tour, we will meet at 12:00 p.m. for lunch at Old Scratch Pizza (812 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45402). Cost: $10/person for exhibit tour; lunch cost on your own. Space is limited. Must RSVP by Monday, November 9. Questions? Contact Stacy Emoff at semoff@jfgd.net. About the Exhibit:...
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November 4, 11, and 18, 2026 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Join us at the JCC for a three-part Canasta lesson series! Whether you're brand-new to the game or looking to brush up on your skills, this is a great way to learn, meet fellow players, and enjoy a new card game. No cost. RSVP by November 2. Click here to register. Questions? Contact Stacy Emoff at semoff@jfgd.net or Jordan Smith at jsmith@jfgd.net for more information. |
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Saturday, November 21, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Boonshoft Center for Jewish Culture and Education 525 Versailles Drive Centerville, OH 45459 Have you ever wondered what a day at Camp Shalom is really like? Are you a parent who misses the good ol’ camp days? Or a sibling who is tired of your older siblings having all the fun at camp? Well, we have a family night out just for you! Join us for Camp Shalom Night Out: Family Color Wars Edition! Get ready for a packed, fast-paced night of fun as families compete in classic Camp Shalom challenges...
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Sunday, November 22, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Beth Abraham Synagogue 305 Sugar Camp Circle Dayton, OH 45409 Bing Davis: Local Art and What Inspires It Bing Davis has created a legacy as an educator, artist, mentor, community builder, community leader, and innovator. He has spent his lifetime as an artist who creates opportunities for others. Born in Greer, South Carolina, Davis moved to Dayton with his family as an infant. He grew up knowing he wanted to create art. $12/person. Call 937-293-9520 to RSVP. |
1 event,Begins Monday, October 26, 2026 (runs for six weeks) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Chabad of Greater Dayton 2001 Far Hills Avenue Dayton, OH 45419 Join the JLI course for six Monday evenings. The fall course, Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You, Reincarnation, Soulmates, Dreams, Names: What These and Other Mysteries Say About the Design of Your Life will answer questions like: Why do soulmates exist, and how do you find yours? What actually happens to your soul when you sleep? Have you lived before, and if so, what did you come back to finish? This six-week course takes... |
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Saturday, December 5, 2026 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Beth Jacob Congregation 7020 N. Main Street Dayton, OH 45415 Celebrate Chanukah with Beth Jacob, with a game night and light refreshments. No cost. Call 937-274-2149 to RSVP by December 2. |
