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SUMMARY:A Legacy of Light: Celebrating the Life of Peter Wells (z"l)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 19\, 2026\n2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nBoonshoft Center for Jewish Culture and Education\n525 Versailles Drive\nCenterville\, OH 45459 \nOn June 3\, Peter Wells\, who served as CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton from 1978-2005\, passed away at the age of 86. His impact reached far and wide\, not just here in Dayton\, but throughout the worldwide Jewish community. Join us as we come together to celebrate Peter’s leadership\, vision\, and legacy. \nLight refreshments will be served. A Zoom link will be provided at a later date for those unable to attend in person. \nTo honor Peter’s memory\, the family has requested donations be made to the Joan & Peter Wells and Rebecca Linville Family\, Children\, and Youth Fund of the Jewish Foundation of Greater Dayton. This fund provides scholarships for local children attending Jewish overnight camps\, helping to instill a lifelong passion for Judaism at an early age.  \nNo reservation required. Please contact Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton CEO Cathy Gardner at 937-610-1555 with any questions. \nIf you would like to watch the program via Zoom\, please click here.
URL:https://jewishdayton.org/event/a-legacy-of-light-celebrating-the-light-of-peter-wells-zl/
LOCATION:Boonshoft CJCE\, 525 Versailles Dr.\, Centerville\, OH\, 45459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton
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SUMMARY:Response to Active Shooter/Threat Training "Run\, Hide\, Fight"
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24\, 2026\n6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nBoonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education\n525 Versailles Drive\nCenterville\, OH 45459 \nNo charge. RSVP below. Questions? Contact John Davis at jdavis@jfgd.net. \nThe Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton\, in partnership with the Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency\, is hosting a free Response to Active Shooters/Threats training. Your ability to understand\, recognize and react to an active shooter/threat has a profound effect on the outcome. If you’ve never thought about it before\, in the moment it’s too late. This program outlines and provides the proper context for the Department of Homeland Security’s Run\, Hide\, Fight program. Learn best practices to deal with the aftermath of an active shooter/threat with valuable information on training and supplies you’ll need to make a difference. \nSpeakers include: \n\nJohn Davis is a 36-year veteran of law enforcement and current Security Director for the Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton. He has trained thousands of people across the U.S. in Response to Active Shooters/Threats\, as well as physical and personal security to audiences across the country.\nRichard Haacke is the Fire/EMS Chief for the City of Trotwood Fire Department and has been in fire service for 40 years.\n\nTopics: \n\nAwareness of the threat\nBarriers to reacting\nWhat can I do?\n» Options: Run\, Hide\, Fight\nWhat is law enforcement’s role?\nPreparedness\n» Policies & Procedures\n» First-aid supplies\n» Stop-the-bleed training\n» Evacuation plans
URL:https://jewishdayton.org/event/response-to-active-shooter-threat-training-run-hide-fight/
LOCATION:Boonshoft CJCE\, 525 Versailles Dr.\, Centerville\, OH\, 45459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000
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SUMMARY:JFGD Presidents Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\n5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nBoonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education\n525 Versailles Drive\nCenterville\, OH 45459 \nAn Evening with Keynote Speaker Jonah Platt \nThe Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton honors the legacy of its past presidents with this premier event to inspire our community with a global message on an intimate level. \n5:00 p.m.: Cocktail Reception\n6:00 p.m.: Dinner and Keynote Speaker \nBernie Rabinowitz and Elaine Goldberg – Event Chairs. You will have the opportunity to make your 2026 Annual Campaign pledge. \nComplimentary valet parking.  \nIndividual Ticket: $125/person. RSVP by May 8. \nTo purchase a Patron Table for $2\,200 (includes eight tickets & program recognition)\, please contact Cathy Gardner at 937-610-1555. \nAbout our Keynote Speaker:\nJonah Platt is one of America’s most trusted voices on modern Jewish identity\, culture\, and current events. He hosts the award-winning podcast Being Jewish with Jonah Platt\, known for deeply honest and personal conversations with notable Jewish figures and allies. With a combined social media following of over 400\,000 and millions of engagements\, Jonah uses his platform to empower\, educate\, and explore issues affecting the Jewish community – with his signature positivity\, nuance\, and compassion. A celebrated entertainment multi-hyphenate\, Jonah’s credits span screen\, stage\, and studio – from acting in the Oscar-nominated Being the Ricardos and Broadway’s Wicked to writing for multiple TV comedies\, voicing beloved animated characters\, and producing his first feature film\, The Mensch\, shooting this fall. He is also a sought-after singer and musician\, award-winning vocal arranger\, director of improv and theater\, and is cowriting the musical adaptation of Lois Lowry’s bestselling novel\, THE GIVER. Jonah was recently honored with California’s inaugural Community Excellence Award for Combating Antisemitism\, Holocaust Museum LA’s inaugural Roz & Abner Goldstine Advocacy Award\, and is currently pursuing his master’s in antisemitism studies at Gratz College. \nMenu:\nHors D’oeuvres:\nMiniature Pastrami Eggrolls with Mustard Dipping Sauce\, Ahi Tuna Wonton Crisps\, Miniature Potato Puffs\, Roasted Carrot Coin with Whipped Parsnip Puree\, & Chicken Satee. \nDinner:\nField Green Salad with Blackberries\, Pepitas\, Pickled Red Onion\, & Raspberry Vinaigrette\nChoice of: Herb Roasted Chicken Breast or Chilean Seabass served with “Beurre” Blanc OR Fried Eggplant Napoleon with Tomato Coulis\nYukon Gold Smashed Potatoes\nRoasted Rainbow Carrots\nDinner Rolls & “Butter”\nFlourless White Chocolate Torte with Blackberry Sauce \nKosher Dietary Laws will be observed.
URL:https://jewishdayton.org/event/jfgd-presidents-dinner/
LOCATION:Boonshoft CJCE\, 525 Versailles Dr\, Centerville\, OH\, 45459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton
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SUMMARY:2026 Yom Hashoah Remembrance Program
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\n3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. \nTemple Israel\n130 Riverside Drive\nDayton\, OH 45405 \nRSVP below. Questions? Contact Lidia Zambilovici at lzambilovici@jfgd.net. \n\nOne Survivor’s Story.\nMax and Lydia May Holocaust Art and Writing Contest will be on display from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. and following the program. \n3:15 – 3:45 p.m.\nCommunity Conversation\nJoin us for a special community conversation with Holocaust survivors Felix Garfunkel and Larry Katz. Facilitator Beverly Farnbacher will help guide a dialogue between attendees\, Felix\, and Larry. Community members of all ages\, including teens\, are invited to take part in this very special conversation. \n4:00 p.m.\nYom Hashoah Memorial Service\nPresentation of the Max and Lydia May Holocaust Art and Writing Contest winners followed by One Survivor’s Story. Cheryl Hecht will share with us the story of her father\, Holocaust survivor David Hochstein\, of blessed memory\, including accounts of his early life\, his family’s forced deportation to Poland\, his rescue by Kindertransport\, and his life as a teenager on his own in London. \n4:00 p.m. (for youth ages 5-12)\nPJ Library & PJ Our Way Program ~ How to Be a Mensch\nChildren are encouraged to join us for a story\, craft\, mitzvah activity\, and snack. We will discuss how people of all ages can make a difference.
URL:https://jewishdayton.org/event/yom-hashoah-observance-program/
LOCATION:Temple Israel\, 130 Riverside Drive\, Dayton\, OH\, 45405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Emergency Preparedness Plan Training
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026\n6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nBoonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education\n525 Versailles Drive\nCenterville\, OH 45459 \nThe Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton\, in partnership with the Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency\, is proud to host a presentation outlining the need for and the process of developing an Emergency Operations Plan for Houses of Worship in the Miami Valley. Federal\, state\, and local experts will be on hand to address the importance of having a comprehensive All Hazards Plan for your organization. \nSpeakers will include: \n\nEmergency Management Officials (State of Ohio & Montgomery County)\nFederal\, State\, and Local Law Enforcement\n FBI\nStatewide Terrorism Analysis & Crime Center (STACC)\nCenterville Police Department\nDayton Police Department\nMontgomery County Sheriff’s Office\nFire and Medical Services\nDayton Fire Department\nWashington Twp. Fire Department\nMetropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS)\n\nTopics include: \n\nCurrent threat environment for Houses of Worship\nWhy you need an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)\nDeveloping and funding an EOP\nTraining for and implementing an EOP\n\nNo cost. RSVP required by February 13. NO WALK-INS. \nQuestions? Contact John Davis at jdavis@jfgd.net or 937-610-1555. \n 
URL:https://jewishdayton.org/event/interfaith-emergency-preparedness-plan-training/
LOCATION:Boonshoft CJCE\, 525 Versailles Dr.\, Centerville\, OH\, 45459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton
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SUMMARY:Community Situational Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 10\, 2025\n5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nBoonshoft Center for Jewish Culture & Education\n525 Versailles Drive\nCenterville\, OH 45459 \nSnacks will be provided. \nNo charge. RSVP REQUIRED ~ NO WALK-INS. Please RSVP by September 8. \nQuestions? Contact John Davis at jdavis@jfgd.net.
URL:https://jewishdayton.org/event/community-situational-awareness-training/
LOCATION:Boonshoft CJCE\, 525 Versailles Dr\, Centerville\, OH\, 45459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton
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