Join the Journey Together
Columbus Community Kollel Annual Gala Celebration

Something big is beginning—and our entire community is invited to be part of it.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we launch a year of learning, inspiration, and Jewish unity.

 Event Details

Wednesday, September 2
 Creekside Gahanna

 Doors Open & Hors d’Oeuvres: 7:30 PM
 Program Begins: 8:30 PM
 Dessert & Ma’ariv: 9:30 PM

ONE COMMUNITY. ONE MISSION.

This year’s theme, Join the Journey Together, is about bringing Jews of every age, background, and level of Jewish learning together around one shared experience.

Whether you learn every day, haven’t opened a Jewish book in years, or are simply looking to connect more deeply with your Jewish heritage—this journey is for you.

Together, we’ll embark on a year-long community learning initiative culminating in the Global Siyum HaShas at MetLife Stadium in June 2027, where tens of thousands of Jews from around the world will gather to celebrate Torah learning and Jewish unity.

Featured Program

 Keynote Address
Charlie Harary
World-renowned motivational speaker and bestselling author of Unlocking Greatness

 Congratulatory Remarks
Brant Standridge
Senior Executive Vice President and President, Consumer and Regional Banking, Huntington Bank

 Emcee
Raanan Lefkovitz
Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary, EXPRESS

This is more than a gala.
It’s the beginning of a movement.

A year of learning.
A stronger community.
A journey we’ll take—together.

 Any level of learning. Every person. One mission.

We look forward to welcoming you for this inspiring evening.