Dec 3, 2024 | The Jewish Outlook
In Times of Darkness, Together We Can be the Light As I write this column, I am currently at The General Assembly of Jewish Federations of North America with fifteen other volunteer and professional leaders of our community. It is at conferences such as The...
Dec 3, 2024 | The Jewish Outlook
Austin Community Stands United on October 7th Day of Commemoration Rabbinic panel discussion allows guests to hear how local congregational rabbis have responded to the October 7 atrocities. L to R: Rabbi Daniel A. Septimus, Rabbi Eleanor B. Steinman, Rabbi Daniel...
Dec 3, 2024 | The Jewish Outlook
Mayim Bialik Scheduled to Captivate the Audience at Mosaic 2025 Mayim Bialik. Courtesy: Mayim Bialik By Allison Teegardin On March 27, 2025, Shalom Austin’s Women’s Philanthropy will once again host the largest gathering of Jewish women in Central Texas at the...
Dec 3, 2024 | The Jewish Outlook
From Israel to Austin: Young Emissaries Make a Difference in Local Community The ShinShinim at the Jewish Agency for Israel ShinShinim Conference earlier in November. Courtesy: Michal Ilai It may seem as if the Austin ShinShinim (young emissaries) arrived from...
Dec 3, 2024 | The Jewish Outlook
Innovative Collaboration Builds Community Resilience for Teens and Their Families By Dr. Alyssa Gilden and Jessica Ochs Shalom Austin’s Jewish Family Service (JFS) and Youth & Teen Department continue to expand their partnership to provide crucial support to...
Dec 3, 2024 | The Jewish Outlook
Family Engagement Explodes in Austin Area Participants enjoy Dad’s Night Out. Credit: Rabbi Dan Ain Participants enjoy a Play and Paint Event. Credit: Allison Granet By Allison Granet and Rabbi Dan Ain In the last several months, young family engagement has grown...
