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Kosher and Jewish Life in Oberlin

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Oberlin. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Oberlin, Ohio.

About Oberlin

Oberlin is a city in Lorain County, Ohio, United States, southwest of Cleveland. Oberlin is the home of Oberlin College, a liberal arts college and music conservatory with approximately 3,000 students. Oberlin was founded in 1833 by two Presbyterian ministers, John Jay Shipherd and Philo P. Stewart. Towards the middle of the 19th century, Oberlin became a major focus of the abolitionist movement in the United States. Oberlin experiences a humid continental climate. Winters are cold, dry and often snowy. Summers are warm to very warm and sometimes hot.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Oberlin

The Jewish population of Oberlin is primarily from the student body, during term time Jewish students make up nearly a quarter of the overall student population. There is a Chabad house in Oberlin that caters to the Jewish students.

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Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!