A New Name, Mission and Strategic Plan Announced at Annual Meeting
Jewish Home of Cincinnati has rebranded as the Foundation for Cincinnati Jewish Seniors (FCJS) with a renewed mission to enhance the lives of Jewish seniors. During its annual meeting, it celebrated significant grant contributions and introduced new board members. The organization emphasizes measurable outcomes, community impact, and continuity in its renewed strategic approach.
The Wings of Hope
CINCINNATI — October 5th was a perfect Sunday morning in Cincinnati. The air was crisp, sunlight filtered through the trees, and three police cars stood outside the Mayerson JCC as people filed in, IDs in hand. Outside, a giant Israeli flag caught the wind. There was no ambiguity about where this building stood. The scene
Miami U Increases Kosher Dining Options for Jewish Students
OXFORD, Ohio — Campuses talk a lot about inclusion. Most of it happens in memos. Real inclusion showed up in Oxford this fall as a kosher bagel kiosk offering fresh bagels and salads students can buy with their dining swipes. Students were quick to try it. “I have used the new bagel kiosk, and it’s
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.
Soliman Freed from ICE Detention After Jewish Activism
Local imam Ayman Soliman was quietly released from the Butler County ICE facility, with his asylum status reinstated ahead of a scheduled October court date.
Cincinnati Volunteers Roll Out “Challah Share” Before The New Year
Cincinnati’s Challah Share initiative, led by local volunteers, aims to support Jewish families by providing essential Shabbat items like challah, grape juice, and honey. Inspired by Israeli community logistics, the program emphasizes neighborly support. With positive feedback and a focus on inclusivity, the first week’s deliveries fostered community connection just ahead of Rosh HaShanah.
I Thought Being in Your 20s Was a Fun Thing!!
Now I’m not sure who told me this, or even if someone told me this, but I was under the impression that being in your 20s was supposed to be fun.
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
Salvador Litvak on “Guns & Moses”
By Anna Selman When I scheduled an interview with Salvador Litvak, director of the new film Guns & Moses, I realized this was probably the biggest interview I’d ever landed: a filmmaker with a cult Passover comedy under his belt, a million followers online and Christopher Lloyd in his new cast. For someone like him,
Renegade Garden: It’s Not Too Late
By Tyler Harbottle There’s a certain joy that comes with having a garden. You take control of the source of your food; even if it’s only for a while. Some garden centers have young vegetable plants still available in July, and some plants will grow from seeds to maturity in less than three months with