Information for Newcomers to the Community

Families with Young Children, Young Adults, Interfaith & Holiday Happenings

			UPCOMING EVENTS: Jewish Interfaith Austin: Click here for more information about the group. September 2010: TBA Events planned for Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur Sunday, September 19: Build a Jewish interfaith Austin sukkah and on September 26, participate in the JCC Sukkahfest event. Saturday, October 16: TBA Night out for dessert and drinks with a Rabbi December 2010 � Chanukah event � TBA February 2011: TBA Jewish Interfaith Austin 2nd annual Tu Bishvat Seder! Welcome! We offer many programs for the Community for every age: Young Adult Division (YAD) for those 21-40, Young Families, Interfaith and informal gatherings in peoples' homes called Neighborhood Nosh. CONCIERGE SERVICES: Meet With Lisa for a tour of the Dell Jewish Community Campus, to meet some members of our community and to learn all about the many programs & offerings of Jewish Austin! Contact Information: Lisa Apfelberg, Director of Outreach & Engagement (512) 735-8076 lisa.apfelberg@shalomaustin.org shalomaustin.org/welcome
PJ Library Participant Carly with her Dad, Seth Halpern			These links below are dedicated to families with young children. Most programs are appropriate for children age 5 and younger, however the PJ Library serves children up to age 6. Parenting Center The Parenting Center is designed to meet the social-interaction needs of young children and their parents. Meets in the JCC Community Hall, Room 150-C. Playtime at the JCC Tot Shabbat Mommy & Me Playgroups PJ Library Get a Jewish book or CD mailed to your home monthly and start building your Jewish Library. Mothers Circle Are you raising Jewish children...but you're not Jewish? Don't do it alone! Join the Mother's Circle to learn about Jewish rituals, ethics, and the how-to's of creating a Jewish home. Early Childhood Program A developmentally appropriate play-based program for children ages 2 months to 4 years, many schedule options. Classes & Activities The JCC offers a wide range of classes and activities designed for pre-school and young children, from parent-child swim lessons to gymnastics and sports classes.