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The Mayerson JCC's mission is to connect people so that they can live happier and fuller lives, creating a vibrant Jewish community. That comes to life in many ways, including our programming to engage people in Jewish life and the observance of Jewish holidays. 

Overview

We aspire to create a Jewish town square right here in Cincinnati, a gathering place for Jews of all ages and practices, to connect with one another. We create community by offering opportunities to participate in Jewish ritual, spirituality, learning, and culture. Whether that’s through our holiday celebrations, learning opportunities, Tikkun Leil Shavuot (all night learning festival), or our annual Fall Market, we feel the rhythm of the Jewish calendar within our walls. We also uphold our relationship with the state of Israel, from our annual Yom HaZikaron (Israel’s Memorial Day) ceremony to our Yom HaAtzmaut (Israel’s Independence Day) celebration, and through speakers and discussions that engage us in enriching conversations around our relationship to Israel.

Did you know we have a Tu B’Shvat Pocket Guide? Learn all about Tu B’Shvat HERE.

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Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Jewish and Israeli Film Festival: An American Tail: 40th Anniversary

Mayerson JCC
Join us for a special screening in celebration of the film’s 40th anniversary.
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J Members: $12 | Public: $15 | Child: $7
Theatre at the J

Theatre at the J: Everyone's a Star Mini | Winter 2026

Recurring
In this fun drama class, children will develop their acting abilities with a focus on character development, emotional expression, vocal performance, and choreography. Our minis will participate in the musical production of Wizard of Oz Youth Edition.
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Member $275.00 Non-Member $350.00
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Israel and the Arab World

Recurring
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Theatre at the J

Theatre at the J: Everyone's a Star | Winter 2026

Mayerson JCC Campus
Recurring
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Member $600.00 Non-Member $780.00
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Jewish and Israeli Film Festival: Art Spiegelman: Disaster is My Muse

Cincinnati Art Museum
Explore the work of cartoonist Art Spiegelman and the impact of his Pulitzer Prize-winning graphic novel Maus, about his parents’ survival of the Holocaust.
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J Members: $12 | Public: $15
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Jewish and Israeli Film Festival: Among Neighbors

Mayerson JCC
Combining magical realism and evocative hand-drawn animation with revelatory interviews and verité footage, this stunning documentary examines the story of a small, rural town where Jews and Polish Catholics lived side by side for centuries before World War II.
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J Members: $12 | Public: $15
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Jewish and Israeli Film Festival: Midas Man

Mayerson JCC
This gripping drama is the first, last, and most respectful filmic portrait ever painted of Brian Epstein, following the life of a man who struggled to find his place in the world.
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J Members: $12 | Public: $15
J Baby

J Baby – Winter 2026

Mayerson JCC Campus
Recurring
Join in community with others who are expecting their first child during this prenatal series. The program will include courses taught by certified professionals, pediatricians, and doulas and will prepare parents for labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and newborn safety. Enjoy this experience together to further deepen your connection with other families at this stage of life. Delicious dinner will be provided at each session! Discussion Topics Pre-Class Social  Labor & Delivery  Infant Care & Newborn Safety  Lactation Jewish Life & Ritual  Preparing for 4th Trimester Celebratory Meal Additional Dates: Pre-Class Social | Sunday, February 15 | 10 – 11:30am Celebratory Dinner TBD. Schedule: Sunday, February 22 | 6 – 8:30pm Sunday, March 1 | 6 – 8:30pm Sunday, March 8 | 6 – 8:30pm Sunday, March 15 | 6 – 8:30pm Sunday, March 22 | 6 – 8:30pm
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J Members: $136 Public: $163
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Israel and the Arab World

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Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Jewish and Israeli Film Festival: Once Upon my Mother

Kenwood Theatre
In 1963, Esther gave birth to Roland, the youngest sibling of a large family. Roland was born with a clubfoot that prevented him from standing. Against everyone’s advice, she promised her son that he would be able to walk just like everyone else and have a wonderful life.
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J Members: $12 | Public: $12
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Jewish and Israeli Film Festival Closing Night: The Property

Union Terminal
A grieving Israeli grandmother reluctantly travels with her granddaughter to Warsaw’s wintry streets to reclaim property lost during the war, exhuming buried memories and hidden truths.
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J Members: $12 | Public: $15
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life

Israel and the Arab World

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Meet the Team

Our team works hard to create meaningful experiences that increase your connection to Jewish identity and community.
Sammy Kanter

Sammy Kanter

Director of Jewish Life
Management Team

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