Dads' Summer Book Club
2026-08-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
Date: June 22, July 27, August 24
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Dell JCC

Join Rabbi Ain and other dads for the return of our summer book club! The summer provides us with a great opportunity to dig into some interesting books that have relevance for us as parents. Come to as many sessions as you’d like, and if you can’t make it, we’ll give you something to consider reading when you’re at the beach!
Register here!
June 22 – Foreskin’s Lament: A Memoir by Shalom Auslander
Shalom Auslander was raised with a terrified respect for God. Even as he grew up and was estranged from his community, his religion and its traditions, he could not find the path to a life where he didn’t struggle daily with the fear of God’s formidable wrath. Foreskin’s Lament reveals Auslander’s “painfully, cripplingly, incurably, miserably religious” youth in a strict, socially isolated Orthodox Jewish community, and recounts his rebellion and efforts to make a new life apart from it. His combination of unrelenting humor and anger renders a rich and fascinating portrait of a man grappling with his faith and family.
July 27– Alpha and Omega by Harry Turtledove
What would happen if the ancient prophecy of the End of Days came true? It is certainly the last thing Eric Katz, a secular archaeologist from Los Angeles, expects during what should be a routine dig in Jerusalem. But perhaps higher forces have something else in mind when a sign presaging the rising of the Third Temple is located in America, a dirty bomb is detonated in downtown Tel Aviv, and events conspire to place a team of archaeologists in the tunnels deep under the Temple Mount. There, Eric is witness to a discovery of such monumental proportions that nothing will ever be the same again.
August 24 – Manhood for Amateurs: The Pleasures and Regrets of a Husband, Father, and Son by Michael Chabon
The bestselling and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Werewolves in Their Youth, Wonderboys, The Mysteries of Pittsburgh, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay, and The Yiddish Policemen’s Union Michael Chabon “takes [his] brutally observant, unfailingly honest, marvelously human gaze and turns it on his own life” (Time) in the New York Times bestselling memoir Manhood for Amateurs.

Israel Hour Panel
2026-08-25 19:00 - 19:30 | Barbara Tocker Engagement and Education Center 7300 Hart Lane Austin, TX 78731
More information and registration coming soon.

PJ Shabbat & Pizza Picnic
2026-08-28 08:00 - 17:00
PJ Shabbat & Pizza Picnics are geared towards young families and we lead families in song while they enjoy Pizza.

Shalom Austin Leadership Retreat
2026-08-30 09:00 - 11:00

Shalom Austin Board Retreat
2026-08-30 12:00 - 14:30

Community Presentation - Study of Jewish ATX Results
2026-08-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Dell Jewish Community Center, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX, 78731, United States
Jewish Austin, Explored Like Never Before! Join us on Sunday, August 30 at 6PM for the Community Presentation of the Study of Jewish ATX Results from the CMJS Researchers.
For more information about the Study of Jewish ATX, please visit our website: shalomaustin.org/study-of-jewish-austin
Click here to register.

Women's Philanthropy Full Committee Meeting
2026-09-03 12:00 - 14:00
Details TBA

Hadassah's Evening Mah Jongg
2026-09-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-17 08:00 - 17:00
Come be part of Austin Hadassah’s evening Mah Jong group! The first and third Thursday of the month. Each player would need to bring their own cards. In a Northwest Austin Location.

AJFF365
2026-09-08 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-10-06 19:30 - 21:30

Inspired Aging Rosh Hashanah Luncheon
2026-09-09 11:30 - 13:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
Save the date! Details and registration coming soon.

Hadassah Happy Hour
2026-09-10 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-10-08 17:30 - 19:30 | Available Upon Registration, Austin
Please join us for our monthly happy hour at a wine bar in the Northwest Hills. We’ll get to know one another over drinks and grow sisterly bonds through our shared passions

Rosh Hashanah
2026-09-11 17:00 - 2026-09-13 17:00

Erev Rosh Hashanah at Kol Shira
2026-09-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Available Upon Registration, Austin
Start the Jewish New Year in warm community! Join our participatory and musical Rosh Hashanah services led by Cantor Abby Gostein. Our multigenerational approach provides connection, learning, and meaning for all ages, individuals, and families.
Celebrate, pray, reflect, and learn together as our voices rise in prayer and song infused with ruach—energy, joy, and shared spirit! Continue connecting with the Kol Shira community at the potluck oneg following services.
Location: We will securely share our venue location in North Austin prior to the holidays.
Learn More: To explore our congregation’s heart and vision, visit the Kol Shira website. There, you can check our High Holidays page or contact us for details on how to participate in the service and oneg as well as preparations and learning leading up to the holidays.

Rosh Hashanah Morning & Potluck Lunch at Kol Shira
2026-09-12 10:30 - 13:00 | Available Upon Registration, Austin
Start the Jewish New Year in warm community! Join our participatory and musical Rosh Hashanah services led by Cantor Abby Gostein. Our multigenerational approach provides connection, learning, and meaning for all ages, individuals, and families.
Celebrate, pray, reflect, and learn together as our voices rise in prayer infused with ruach—energy, joy, and shared spirit. Hear the shofar! Join us for community and connection at the potluck lunch following the service.
Location: We will securely share our venue location in North Austin prior to the holidays.
Learn More: To explore our congregation’s heart and vision, visit the Kol Shira website. There, you can check our High Holidays page or contact us for details on how to participate in the service and lunch as well as preparations and learning leading up to the holidays.

Hadassah's Monday Morning Mahj
2026-09-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-12 10:00 - 12:00
Occurs the second and fourth Monday of every month. Please reach out to lisa@zeevi.org for location and if you have any questions!

HOLD Shalom Austin Event
2026-09-15 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-16 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-17 11:00 - 14:00
Event Details TBA

Erev Yom Kippur (Kol Nidre) at Kol Shira
2026-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Available Upon Registration, Austin
Join our participatory and musical Yom Kippur services led by Cantor Abby Gostein. Our multigenerational approach provides connection, learning, and meaning for all ages, individuals, and families as part of a warm and supportive community.
Pray, reflect, and learn together as our voices rise in prayer infused with ruach—energy, meaning, and shared spirit. Hear Kol Nidre chanted by Cantor Gostein.
Location: We will securely share our venue location in North Austin prior to the holidays.
Learn More: To explore our congregation’s heart and vision, visit the Kol Shira website. There, you can check our High Holidays page or contact us for details on how to participate in the service as well as preparations and learning leading up to the holidays.

Yom Kippur
2026-09-21

Yom Kippur & Break Fast at Kol Shira
2026-09-21 | Available Upon Registration, Austin
Join our participatory and musical Yom Kippur services led by Cantor Abby Gostein. Our multigenerational approach provides connection, learning, and meaning for all ages, individuals, and families as part of a warm and supportive community.
Pray, reflect, and learn together as our voices rise in prayer infused with ruach—energy, meaning, and shared spirit. The day will include morning services, a yizkor memorial service, discussion and reflection, and a n’ilah concluding service, including the sounding of the shofar. Afterwards, join in a joyful Yom Kippur potluck break fast.
Location: We will securely share our venue location in North Austin prior to the holidays.
Learn More: To explore our congregation’s heart and vision, visit the Kol Shira website. There, you can check our High Holidays page or contact us for details on how to participate in any of the day’s events as well as preparations and learning leading up to the holidays.

JGallery: What's the Story - The Artful Book Reception
2026-09-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Epstein Family Community Hall at the Dell JCC, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX, 78731, United States
The Artful Book Reception will showcase a unique collection of creative and inspiring artwork created within and from books. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore imaginative pieces that transform books into artistic expressions, highlighting storytelling, and visual art. The reception will celebrate the creativity and talent of participating artists while providing a welcoming space for community members to connect and engage with the exhibits. Additional details regarding featured artists, reception activities, and event logistics will be shared as the event date approaches.

Sukkot
2026-09-26 - 2026-10-02

NCJW Luncheon- Discussion on Voting Rights
2026-09-29 11:30 - 13:00 | Shalom Austin, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX, 78731, United States
Join NCJW for lunch and a discussion on voting and how we can make it more attainable for everyone. Registration required. www.ncjwaustin.org

Shemini Atzeret
2026-10-03

Simchat Torah
2026-10-04
