A One-Woman Performance: The Life and Loves of Selma Bondi Wise

Isaac M. Wise Temple - Wise Center 8329 Ridge Road, Cincinnati

We know Reverend Dr. Isaac Mayer Wise as the man who pioneered American Reform Judaism, but what about the power behind the proverbial throne? Learn about the two women who motivated and inspired him. His second wife, Selma Bondi Wise (as performed by rabbinical student Rachael Houser) weaves the tale of his adventuresome partnership with […]

The Manischewitz Story, Part II

Mayerson JCC 8485 Ridge Ave, Cincinnati Ridge Avenue 8485, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Join Hirsch Wise, grandson and third generation member of the Wise family, to learn about Hershel Manischewitz and his relationship with A. B. Wise. Hear how their bonding led to the future establishment of A.B. Wise & Sons, Inc. and, over time, four generations of the Wise family managing the business and carrying on the […]

Jewish Heritage Month with Dr. Gary Zola

Adath Israel Congregation 3201 E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

To celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, Professor Zola will provide our community with an opportunity to take a deep dive into Washington’s most famous letter to the Jewish community of Newport. This dynamic text-study constitutes a special opportunity to learn more about the history of this well-known letter which was written more than 233 years […]

Author Lecture: The Man Who Saved Cincinnati by Peter Bronson

Mayerson JCC 8485 Ridge Ave, Cincinnati Ridge Avenue 8485, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

This is a story of the youngest general in the Union Army who fought valiantly at the Battle of Shiloh and was sent to defend Cincinnati from a Confederate attack. In just three days he turned the defenseless, panicked city into a fortress and saved the sixth largest city in the nation from being burned […]

USS Cincinnati History Lecture

Mayerson JCC 8485 Ridge Ave, Cincinnati Ridge Avenue 8485, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Join us for an informative lecture on the USS Cincinnati. From the Civil War through the Cold War, ships bearing the name “USS Cincinnati” have served in the US Navy. This program explores the history of the ships named after the Queen City and their roles in wars. View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/8213

The Importance of the Electoral College

Mayerson JCC 8485 Ridge Ave, Cincinnati Ridge Avenue 8485, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

**_This program is only open to members of the JCC and/or 60 & Better Center._**_ You can learn more about our 60 & Better Center _(https://mayersonjcc.org/60-and-better/) _or contact Melissa Shrimplin at_ 513.761.7500 ext. 1218. Do you really know the purpose of the Electoral College? What does it have to do with your vote? Join Nina […]

Explore the World-Famous American Jewish Archives and Klau Library

The Klau Library 3101 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati

Join us for a behind-the-scenes exploration of the American Jewish Archives and Klau Library of Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion. Visitors will be welcome to browse our public exhibits about the first American female Rabbi at the American Jewish Archives, or our exhibit on imaginary creatures in medieval and renaissance manuscripts and […]

Cincinnati Museum Center: A Day in the Parks

Mayerson JCC 8485 Ridge Ave, Cincinnati Ridge Avenue 8485, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

**_This program is only open to members of the JCC and/or 60 & Better Center._**_ You can learn more about our 60 & Better Center _(https://mayersonjcc.org/60-and-better/) _or contact Melissa Shrimplin at_ 513.761.7500 ext. 1218. Come enjoy a wonderful lecture on Cincinnati History. Visit (virtually) some of the over 100 parks and green spaces developed in […]

Creatures in Medieval and Early Modern Books: Forms, Functions, and Artistic Fantasy

The Klau Library 3101 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati

Whether scary or serene, malicious or benevolent, creatures were often represented on the pages of medieval and early modern books. In this introductory lecture to the exhibition, _Tales of Imaginary Creatures in Medieval and Renaissance Rare Books and Manuscripts_ , we explore the forms and functions of these fantastic beings, which appear not only in […]