Wednesday, February 4 2026

Christmas Day Chinese: A Cincinnati Jewish Ranking

It’s the most sacred of Jewish December traditions: skipping the ham and heading straight for Chinese food. If you’re in Greater Cincinnati and wondering where to go this Christmas Day, we’ve got you covered. Starting at number five and counting down to the top spot, here’s your festive food crawl. 5. China Food (Hyde Park)

Fifty West Brewing Company

Once known as “The Loneliest Road in America,” the famous coast-to-coast journey along U.S. Route 50 takes about 43 hours, starting in Ocean City, Maryland, and ending in West Sacramento, California. It crosses 12 states with mountain, desert, and Great Plains scenery. Fifty West Brewing Company is a stop along the route. However, our planned

Hanukkah 2025

Hanukkah 2025 will not be remembered for latkes or that incredible dreidel spin. In the last 24 hours, Jews have watched a series of events unfold that are difficult to ignore: a deadly attack at a Hanukkah gathering on a beach in Australia, a shooting reported inside a Jewish Studies classroom at Brown University, and

Judaism Is a People, and Israel Is Part of That Story

I write this as we enter the holiday of Hanukkah, arguably the most Zionist holiday in existence.  Not because Zionism began then. It did not. But because Hanukkah reminds us that Jewish self-determination, Jewish sovereignty, and Jewish survival in our ancestral land are not modern inventions. They are ancient. Long before modern political movements, Jews

Jewish Joy Found in Oxford

After a long first semester filled with new friendships, meaningful moments, and the slow but powerful feeling of finding home in a new place, Hillel at Miami University (Hillel at Miami) students are finally taking a well deserved break. This semester, we built something special. We shared Shabbats that felt like family dinners, holidays that

Israel Experiences and Learning Opportunities at the University of Cincinnati

CINCINNATI – Amidst the study sessions, last-minute cramming, and stress the end of semester may to students who face exams, the University of Cincinnati’s (UC) Israel Initiative Committee (IIC) opened a space for two hours, offering students a break, dinner, and an opportunity to hear about what UC can offer in the upcoming semester.  The

Raising Light in a Dark Season

This time of year always feels louder than it needs to be.  As the days shorten and the nights stretch, the world seems to respond by turning up the volume. Christmas music grows more insistent. Lights multiply. Schedules fill. The noise swells just as the darkness deepens. I’ve started to notice that pattern more clearly

Madtree Taproom

Next stop on our Jews and Brews tour: Madtree Taproom in Oakley.

Pattern of Anti-Semitic Graffiti Being Addressed at Miami U

Recently, Miami University experienced repeated antisemitic graffiti incidents, including comments and a swastika. The university responded quickly, involving various departments. Jewish community leaders emphasized the need to address antisemitism while acknowledging a growing reluctance among students to report incidents due to fears of dismissal or scrutiny. Reporting is crucial to combat hate.

Little Miami Brewing Company

Little Miami Brewing Company in Cincinnati offers a vibrant craft brewing experience in a beautifully designed space. Opened in 2017, it features a welcoming patio and rooftop views of the Little Miami River. Guests can enjoy a diverse selection of brews and artisan pizza, making it a perfect gathering spot for all.

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