Being a Young Dad in the Cincinnati Jewish Community
“What did the stuttering quarryman say to the dump truck?” my six-year-old asks, barely containing his giggles as he practices telling the joke we made together. “Ba-dump-dump!” This is what fatherhood looks like for me these days: crafting incredible and terrible jokes with my son, watching my toddler charm everyone with what’s commonly described as
Community Life within UC’s Jewish Frat AEPi
Wake up, hang out with the brothers, go to class, come back, hang out again, prepare for the event that day, host the event, clean the event, go to sleep, repeat. The day in the life of a member of Alpha Epsilon Pi is filled with spending time with friends, attending classes, and hosting events.
Meet Cincinnati’s Very Own Rory Gilmores
As fall arrives, the article reflects on the journeys of Cincinnati freshmen Leah Greniman and senior Gabby Goldstein, who embody the spirit of “Gilmore Girls.” Greniman prepares for college life in Oxford, valuing her Jewish identity, while Goldstein embraces her final year at UC, cherishing familiar comforts and ambitions. Both carry memories as they venture into new experiences.
A Fall Day at Findlay Market
So, what does a typical trip to Findlay look like for me? If you’re looking for suggestions on where to start, this article is for you. First things first: a trip to Findlay is a sacred experience for me, and no sacred experience begins without coffee. Luckily, there are plenty of options— Urbana Cafe and Taste of Belgium both have merchant booths right in the market, while Deeper Roots Coffee is just down the street from the main market. Once your pumpkin pie latte from Urbana Cafe is in hand, you must explore the variety of vendors set up just outside the market building. From handmade jewelry and art to trinkets, clothing and desserts, these stands offer one-of-a-kind items you won’t find anywhere else.
Preserving Cincy’s History
Cincinnati Music Hall, a historic landmark over 140 years old, showcases stunning Gothic architecture that reflects the city’s rich cultural heritage. While recent renovations have maintained its original features, many other historic buildings face neglect. Community involvement and preservation efforts are vital to safeguarding Cincinnati’s architectural history for future generations.
The Secret to Journaling: Just Start
The weight of words can be heavy, as we all know. But when you’re moving into your new apartment, struggling to carry a cardboard box filled to the brim with dozens of page-filled journals, the saying takes on somewhat of a literal quality. Though my journals did not make the moving process easier, they certainly
A High Holidays Text Study
By Stella Fried There are many things I love about Judaism and being Jewish, and chief among them is that learning and asking questions is heavily emphasized. I have always loved learning, especially outside of a traditional classroom. I enjoy a small group setting where I get to ask all the questions I want, and
The Prevalence of Coffee House Culture
By Delaney Church Coffeehouses have been around for centuries, acting as social, commercial and intellectual hubs that have become a popular part of our culture and society. The first official coffeehouse was established in Boston in the seventeenth century, and quickly became a desirable location for a variety of activities and exchanges. Ideas were circulated,
Cincinnati Dining: Friend or Foe to Vegetarians?
By Delaney Church No one feels more uncomfortable than a vegetarian who, while out to dinner with friends, cannot find anything vegetarian-friendly on the menu to save their life. First, there’s the classic awkward silence after someone asks, “What are you getting?” as your eyes scan the limited menu for the fifth time. Then, there’s
A Very Jewish Friendship
By Eliana Garfunkel I often think about how intense my Judaism has been throughout my life, whether it be a reflection of my dedication, or more realistically, a reassurance of my Jewish identity. In either case, even as a pre-schooler, Judaism has never been on the backburner. It was around christmastime, and our small class