Community Events
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Grief is something that we are always experiencing, whether we are aware of it or not. That grief might follow a death of someone close to us, news of devastating world events or natural disasters, or worry about family not supporting your identity or beliefs, as well as the loss of a job, relationship, or […] |
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Explore creativity and nature through the art of Flower Mandalas. Each participant will create a unique pressed flower mandala on paper to take home. All materials are provided in the workshop cost of $15. Register here. |
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Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Location: Lakeway (Location provided upon registration) Join Allison Granet, Shalom Austin's Community Connector for regular monthly coffee convos in different locations to get to know you, learn about your interests, and share ways to get connected to the community. Join us on Wednesday October […]
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Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: Private home in Cedar Park (Location provided 24 hours in advance) Israel Hour | Bring Your Israel Question Israel Hour is coming to you! What is one question you would like to discuss? Come meet community members and hear about their commitment to […] |
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Opening night reception with drinks and kosher food from Shevet Cafe included. Live music on the oud from Roberto Riggio. Presented as Part Of Once Upon My Mother screening. Purchase tickets here: https://austinjff.org/festival-2025/
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Date: Friday, October 31, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Location: Dell JCC Join us for Shabbat 'n Play featuring Ballet Austin! Dance your way into Shabbat with music, activities and socializing with other families! For children ages 0-3. Open to all young families in the Jewish community. Sign up here! |
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Purchase tickets at https://austinjff.org/festival-2025/ Great films, programs with cast members, fun parties, opportunities to socialize with festival goers. This year’s festival is dedicated to the memory of Carol Rubin, z”l (wife of AJFF board member Jay Rubin), and Gloria Evans, z”l (major sponsor of AJFF and other Austin arts organizations). |
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Presented by Shalom Austin Jewish Family Service: Whether you’re new to the country or simply want to better understand the US medical system, this event is for you. Dr. Naomi Betito will discuss where to seek care, how to access care based on your insurance, the types of providers you may encounter, and—most importantly—will try […]
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Keshet – Where Kids Connect to Israel and Families Feel at Home Keshet is a joyful, hands-on experience for children ages 4–8 to build a meaningful connection to Israel through culture, Hebrew, tradition, and community. Kids explore Israeli life through music, stories, games, and creative activities — while also being introduced to the Hebrew language […]
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This volunteer event is being led by Shalom Austin'sTeens-Only Volunteer Advisors (TOVA) members and is for teen participants ages 12-17 years old, only. Register here. The participants will create tactile Hanukkah cards through a Jewish Braille Institute Library initiative. JBI Library will then distribute these cards nationwide to JBI LIbrary patrons-people who are blind, have […] |
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Location: Alamo Drafthouse (specific location provided upon registration) Date: Monday, November 3, 2025 Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM Dads’ Night Out AT THE MOVIES! Join Rabbi Dan Ain and other dads for a special private screening of the best piece of Jewish American cinema of the 21st Century - Joel and Ethan Coen’s 2009 Masterpiece […]
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Date: Monday, November 3, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration) Culture Days are a valuable opportunity to celebrate diversity and foster understanding in our schools. This virtual training is designed to help Jewish parents confidently and thoughtfully participate in these events by sharing Jewish culture and perspectives on […] |
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An ethical will is a powerful and personal document—a final message to your loved ones that conveys your values, wisdom, and blessings. Unlike a legal will that distributes assets, an ethical will passes on the intangible treasures of your life. Join Rabbi Steinman for a two-part class that will explore the rich history of ethical […]
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Date: November 5, 2025 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 PM Location: Dell JCC Join the Burt Kunik JAMen Forum for delicious dinners, TED-style talks and lively discussions with thought leaders from Austin and beyond. JAMen membership is open to all Jewish men in Central Texas whether or not you are currently a member of the Dell […] |
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Join us for our annual Breakfast for Israel and discover how you can make an impact. Hear about our plan to support the people of Israel and rebuild one home, one community at a time. We were there yesterday, we are there today, and we will be there tomorrow. |
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Members of Austin Post 757, Jewish War Veterans of the USA -- A veteran's voice for Jews; a Jewish voice for veterans since 1896 -- will conduct a flag raising ceremony and speak about the day's significance on Sunday morning, November 9th at 9:00 AM at the Shalom Austin flagpoles
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Dialogic Reading – Turning Stories into Conversations. Discover how reading with your child can spark curiosity, imagination, and connection. In this engaging Hebrew talk, Orna Shafrir, an experienced educator and beloved Austin grandma, will share simple strategies to make story time more interactive and meaningful, for children. A special event for Keshet Program parents. The […]
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Keshet – Where Kids Connect to Israel and Families Feel at Home Keshet is a joyful, hands-on experience for children ages 4–8 to build a meaningful connection to Israel through culture, Hebrew, tradition, and community. Kids explore Israeli life through music, stories, games, and creative activities — while also being introduced to the Hebrew language […] |
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Politics from the Pulpit? A Conversation with Rabbi Rick Jacobs and Rabbi Avi Weiss Date: Monday, November 10, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Dell JCC In a time of deep polarization, what role should politics play in the spiritual life of Jewish congregations? Join us for the inaugural Jerome & Lois Rosenberg […] |
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CURIOUS ABOUT ISRAEL'S MINORITIES? COME HEAR DIRECTLY FROM THEM. DISCOVER THE DRUZE STORY UP CLOSE AND FIND OUT WHAT IT'S REALLY LIKE TO BE ARAB IN ISRAEL. Panelists Osama Moadi and Amid Sabik will tell their stories at Texas Hillel! Prior to the program, there will be an opportunity to participate in a VR experience […] |
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Join us once a month for an intellectual conversation led by Rabbi Freedman, Rabbi Emeritus Temple Beth Shalom. We’ll discuss a wide range of interesting topics as requested by your peers. Open to all men 60+. Bring your own lunch and we will provide refreshments and sweet treats. Register here: https://secure2.convio.net/shalom/site/Calendar?id=109309&view=Detail
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Join us to explore Austin Jewish Academy’s dynamic learning environment, where academic excellence meets timeless Jewish values. talk to our dedicated educators, experience our innovative curriculum, and learn how our close-knit community fosters growth, leadership, and a lifelong love of learning. Register today.
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Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: East Austin Brewery; location provided with RSVP Torah on Tap: A Discussion on Jews & Tattoos For many Jews, tattoos represent the intersection of tradition and personal identity. How do we hold this balance? Join YAD and Rabbi Dan Ain for a powerful […] |
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Thank you for attending Book Lovers Breakfast 2025! Stay tuned for information regarding Book Lovers 2026. |
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See all the films (and more) from the recent Austin Jewish Film Festival, but only between November 14 and 23 in Texas.
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Shalom Austin Jewish Foundation and Austin Community Foundation were pleased to bring together more than 70 professionals from financial, estate, and philanthropic planning fields for a breakfast seminar on Top 10 Tax Smart Tips for Charitable Giving. Thank you to featured speaker Russell James III, presenting partner Austin Private Wealth, and seminar sponsor Evergreen Impact […]
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Join us to celebrate an early Shabbat in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a light breakfast nosh while fostering kesher kehilah (community togetherness) and meaningful connections. This is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and embrace the spirit of Shabbat with clergy, friends and community members. We look forward to welcoming Rabbi Amy. B Cohen, Shalom […] 
We have planned a Shabbat filled with worship, study, food, drinks and dancing! Read on for details about the events. Our special guests are Rabbi Jeffrey Weill and Coleen Dieker — longtime friends and colleagues of Rabbi Leiken. Rabbi Jeffrey Weill, senior rabbi at Ezra-Habonim, the Niles Township Congregation in Skokie, Illinois, will be delivering […] |
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Join us for Havdallah, a silent diso, and a dessert bar! Open to 8th-12th grades.
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The future of the Jewish people depends on what we do now. The 2025 General Assembly in Washington, D.C. is where our community's leaders will convene to learn about, engage in, and take action on the defining challenges of our time. Register today!
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This lively marketplace is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your creations and connect with shoppers seeking unique, locally made artisan treasures—perfect for holiday gifts or a treat for themselves. We’re especially looking for vendors featuring Judaica, jewelry, spa products, textiles, wearables, home décor, gourmet goodies, handmade crafts, and original artwork. Admission is free, and the […]
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Judaica • Art • Jewelry • Fashion • Delicious Food • Home Decor Crafts Table hosted by Kids Club of Hadassah There's still opportunity to be a vendor! One Table: $54 • Two Tables: $72 • Three Tables: $108 • Kids Table: $5 Vendor registration open now until room is filled! For all questions, please reach out […]
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Join us for the Leslie Brittman Literary Event featuring an interview and Q&A with Author Nicole Graev Lipson, "Mothers and Other Fictional Characters." The interview will be conducted by Rochelle Kraus, daughter of Leslie Brittman. In "Mothers and Other Fictional Characters," Nicole Graev Lipson shatters the clichés of womanhood with a memoir that’s raw, bold, […] |
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Invitation only event for Israel bond investors at a private home to feature Consul General as guest speaker.
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We are excited to bring JSU (Jewish Student Union) to Austin! Learn how your high school can become part of a movement of over 500 public school clubs across the US & Canada. Teens and parents are both invited to attend! |
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Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Location: Mueller (Location provided upon registration) Join Allison Granet, Shalom Austin's Community Connector for Families for regular monthly coffee convos in different locations to get to know you, learn about your interests, and share ways to get connected to the community. Join us on […] |
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ADL’s Golden Door Awards Luncheon is a special event that celebrates the achievements of our honorees and ADL’s 112 years of fighting to combat hate and antisemitism. This day will begin with a networking reception followed by lunch and the program. During lunch, we will celebrate the 2025 Community Hero Award recipients, Hon. Rudy K. […]
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Shalom Austin Inspired Aging presents this free event with local attorney Janice Pierce to learn about wills, trust and estate planning.
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Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025 Time: 6:00 – 8:30 PM Location: Dell JCC Join the Burt Kunik JAMen Forum for delicious dinners, TED-style talks and lively discussions with thought leaders from Austin and beyond. JAMen membership is open to all Jewish men in Central Texas whether or not you are currently a member of the Dell JCC […] |
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Date: Friday, November 21, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Location: Dell JCC Join us for Shabbat 'n Play to enjoy music, PJ Library books, activities, and socializing with other families! For children ages 0-3. Open to all young families in the Jewish community. Register here!
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Join Shalom Austin Inspired Aging for a fun and festive Thanksgiving social event. We will provide pizza and pumpkin pie as well as play Bingo and trivia. Register here. |
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Fall Fest is your teen's first chance to get a taste of everything BBYO has to offer -- friendships, fun, and community! This event is specifically designed for 8th graders, whether you’ve heard of BBYO before or this is your first time checking it out. Bring a friend, meet other Jewish teens from Austin, and […]
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