Overview
We aim to make the arts accessible to everyone by bringing a variety of innovative events and inspiring presentations that engage the mind, heart, and spirit.
We offer several series of cultural programming, including a book series, family-friendly events, and more. We also partner with local arts organizations to create engaging events, including the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Ballet. We invite you to join us for one of our current offerings, listed below.
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Texts for our Time
This month, we welcome guest teacher Tzach Shmuely, our Community Shliach, in dialogue with Rabbi Sammy.
Come together for a monthly night of Jewish learning, dialogue, and community at Cafe Alma. Inspired by the historic Lehrhaus movement of 20th-century Europe, our vision is to create a vibrant space where learners of all practices, knowledge levels, and backgrounds can explore the depth and richness of Jewish thought, culture, and practice.
Whether you’re a lifelong learner, newly curious, or anywhere in between, join us as we open the doors of this new beit midrash—a house of study—right here in Cincinnati. Let’s learn together.
A Lehrhaus-style gathering is a welcoming, discussion-based Jewish learning experience where people explore texts and big ideas together. It emphasizes conversation, curiosity, and multiple perspectives rather than a formal lecture.
Pride at the J
Rainbow Challah Bake
Join us for an evening of unity and challah-making in celebration of Pride month. Make your own rainbow dough and learn to braid, led by Chef Rebecca Garfinkle. While the dough rises, enjoy a light kosher dinner, photo booth, and more!.
This year includes a new addition as we wait for our challah to rise — Don’t miss the karaoke competition hosted by Jewish drag performer Sho Sho Zahav! Sign up here; limited spots available!
People of all ages, genders, backgrounds, and identities are welcome!
Shalom Shotunes! Hailing from the capital city of Columbus, my name is Sho Sho Zahav and I am Ohio’s premiere Jewish warrior drag queen. I’m so happy to be joining the Cincinnati JCC for the Rainbow Challah Bake event! If you have ever attended Elech Cincy’s Glitter Groggers and Glam, then you’ve probably already seen me perform before. But did you know I also sing? Get ready to sing some karaoke with me!
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Jewish Community Night at the Reds
Kick off summer with the entire Jewish community at Great American Ball Park for Jewish Community Night! We’ll have an entire section reserved for you to socialize and meet new friends, all while enjoying the fun of the ballpark.
The first 500 people to buy tickets will receive a kosher dinner and a special t-shirt giveaway.
Kosher dinner sponsored by the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati
Sponsored by:
Pelberg Family
Steiner Family Foundation
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From $31
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Fall Market
Stock up on apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) and browse a variety of produce, handcrafted goods, jewelry from local vendors and food trucks at the 2026 Fall Market! Dozens of vendors will be joining us!
Interested in Being a Vendor?
Join us for the Annual Fall Market! We will have booths with handmade goodies, Judaica, fresh produce, food trucks, and so much more. The cost to reserve a spot is $50. Please bring your own tent, chairs, and table. The cost increases after August 10, 2026, so make sure to reserve your place now. Refunds are not available.
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