A Value: We Literally Walk Out. My Experience at Cincinnati Pride as a Queer Jew
The gay pride parade is all about celebrating who you are loudly and proudly, and this applies to the Jewish community as well. Despite the dreary weather, thousands of people showed up to walk or watch the parade, including Cincinnati’s Jewish community. Seeing the Mayerson JCC bus roll down Seventh Street, surrounded by queer Jews and Jewish allies was a reminder that my existence matters. (The huge hug I got from Rebecca Garfinkle made sure I didn’t forget that).
Wandering Monsters Offers Beer, BBQ, and Room for the Whole Family
At Wandering Monsters Brewery & BBQ in Anderson Township, the visit begins with a sense of welcome. Set along Beechmont Avenue, the brewery combines craft beer, BBQ, duckpin bowling, outdoor seating, and family-friendly activity in a way that feels lively but still comfortable. With a bounce house for children and enough space for adults to relax over a flight, Wandering Monsters feels built for groups who want more than a quick drink at the bar.
Shattering the Closets: An Interview with Ilan Goldman
June is Pride Month, and while the month is dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, a recent conversation with my longtime friend Ilan Goldman left me thinking about something broader.
Ilan is gay, Jewish, Israeli, a Zionist, and a former IDF tank commander. His upcoming presentation is called *Shattering the Closets*, and at first glance, you might assume it is simply a story about coming out as a gay man. It is. But it is also much more than that.