AJA K-5 Open House
2025-10-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Located on the beautiful 40-acre Dell Jewish campus, AJA is a K-8 co-ed day school that prepares and inspires students to transform the world through project-based learning, timeless Jewish values, and a tight-knit passionate community.
Register today.

IAC| Women’s Coffee Chat
2025-10-23 10:30 - 12:30 | NORTH AUSTIN
A morning gathering by women, for women, in Austin.
With Shany Kanfer – Breaking Free from the Cage: Disconnecting Food from Emotions.
If you ever found yourself saying:
“I’m successful in so many areas, but when it comes to food, I can’t keep my word,”
or “I know exactly what I should eat, so why can’t I stick to it?”
this session is for you.
Shany invites you to break free from the illusion trap and discover that food isn’t the problem – it’s the doorway.
We’ll talk about eating patterns, the “white sugar” in our lives,
and learn simple steps to reconnect with ourselves without struggle, without guilt, and with plenty of compassion.
Shany Kanfer, coach and therapist for emotional eating,
will share her personal story of breaking habits, growth and the journey to true freedom.
Bring a friend, come with a smile, and start your morning with inspiration, enrichment, and a good cup of coffee ☕
Special thanks to Karin Howard for her generous hospitality and support.
Thursday, October 23 | 10:30 AM
The host’s address will be shared after registration.
****The event will be held in Hebrew.
$15 per ticket in advance
$18 per ticket on the day of the event

IAC Women’s Coffee Chat
2025-10-23 10:30 - 12:30 | TX
A morning gathering by women, for women, in Austin.
With Shany Kanfer – Breaking Free from the Cage: Disconnecting Food from Emotions.
If you ever found yourself saying:
“I’m successful in so many areas, but when it comes to food, I can’t keep my word,”
or “I know exactly what I should eat, so why can’t I stick to it?”
this session is for you.
Shany invites you to break free from the illusion trap and discover that food isn’t the problem – it’s the doorway.
We’ll talk about eating patterns, the “white sugar” in our lives,
and learn simple steps to reconnect with ourselves without struggle, without guilt, and with plenty of compassion.
Shany Kanfer, coach and therapist for emotional eating,
will share her personal story of breaking habits, growth and the journey to true freedom.
Bring a friend, come with a smile, and start your morning with inspiration, enrichment, and a good cup of coffee ☕
Special thanks to Karin Howard for her generous hospitality and support.
Thursday, October 23 | 10:30 AM
The host’s address will be shared after registration.
The event will be held in Hebrew.
$15 per ticket in advance
$18 per ticket on the day of the event

Shalom Families Happy Hour
2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Cedar Park, TX, United States
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Cedar Park (location provided upon registration)
Join Allison Granet, Shalom Austin’s Community Connector, for regular monthly happy hours in different locations to get to know you, learn about your interests, and share ways to get connected to the community. Join us on Thursday, October 23 in Cedar Park! Stop by anytime between 5-7 PM, and this event is geared towards families with children five and under. We look forward to seeing you there!
Families from other neighborhoods are welcome to join as well!
Register here!
Shalom Families is generously supported by Frances and Adam Meltzer.

L'Dor V'Dor Ladies - NEW DATE
2025-10-26 09:30 - 11:00 | Dell Jewish Community Center, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX, 78731, United States
Women’s Philanthropy and the Rapoport Center for Jewish Culture & Education invite all women for a meaningful opportunity to study and grow together. L’dor V’dor Ladies connects women from all generations for engaging conversation and learning.

Come to one or all sessions to make new friends, share and learn with others and build community. No prior Jewish knowledge required.
Click here to register for the October 26 L’Dor V’Dor Ladies.

IAC - Remembering the darkness, Rising with hope
2025-10-26 15:30 - 17:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
details will be provided soon.

FIDF Central Texas Annual Dinner
2025-10-26 18:00 - 22:00 | TX
Mark Your Calendar! Join Friends of Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) in Austin for a Powerful Evening.

Shalom Austin Philanthropy Private Event
2025-10-27 17:30 - 20:30 | TX

JFS Grief Circle
2025-10-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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 other big life changes. We invite you to join JFS clinicians for a Grief Circle where you can connect with others experiencing grief, learn about the impacts on our bodies and minds, and gain tools for coping with the inevitable grief that being a human brings.
No cost to attend. Register here.

Shalom Austin Private Event
2025-10-28 09:00 - 15:00 | TX

JGallery: Flower Mandala Workshop
2025-10-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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.

Shalom Families Coffee Convos
2025-10-29 11:30 - 13:30 | Lakeway, Lakeway, TX, United States
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 29 in Lakeway. Stop by anytime between 11:30 AM-1:30 PM, and families from other neighborhoods are welcome to join as well! We look forward to seeing you there!
Register here!
Shalom Families is generously supported by Frances and Adam Meltzer.

Israel Hour on Wheels
2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Cedar Park, TX, United States
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 Israel from many perspectives.
Register here!
For more information, please contact Michal Ilai, Senior Israel Educator.

AJFF 2025 Film Festival Opening Night Reception
2025-10-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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/

AIPAC Austin Fall Club Event
2025-10-30 19:00 - 20:30 | TX
AIPAC Austin Fall Club Event (by invitation only)

Shabbat 'n Play with Ballet Austin
2025-10-31 11:00 - 11:45 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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!

AJFF 2025 Film Festival
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-02 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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).

JFS - Landing in Austin: Understanding the US Medical System
2025-11-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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 to answer any questions you have.
Please Note: This Presentation will be held in English
Register Here: https://secure2.convio.net/shalom/site/Calendar?id=108851&view=Detail

IAC| Keshet
2025-11-02 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-11-09 16:00 - 17:30 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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
in a fun and natural way. They feel proud of their connection to Israel and Jewish life.
But Keshet isn’t just for kids — it’s for families, too.
Through Shabbat celebrations, cultural events, and community experiences, Keshet creates a warm and welcoming space
for families to connect — with each other and with Israel.
It brings the heart of Israel into your home in a way that feels joyful, personal, and deeply meaningful.
Dates subject to change.

TOVA's Tactile Hanukkah Cards Project for the Jewish Braille Institue
2025-11-02 19:00 - 20:00 | TX
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 low vision, or have a print disability. The instructions and supplies will be provided at the event.
Funding for this Award is made possible by BeWell, an initiative of Jewish Federations of North America, in partnership with the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies. BeWell is grateful to Crown Family Philanthropies, Jim Joseph Foundation and Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies for their generous funding support.
Register here.

Dads' Night Out at the Movies
2025-11-03 18:30 - 21:30 | TX
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 – “A Serious Man”.
In addition to the food and amenities provided by Alamo Drafthouse, this screening will also feature Rabbi Dan’s explication of the source text for the film – The Book of Job – as well as a conversation about the mystical, religious and troubling themes raised by the Coen brothers.
Register here!

NEW DATE: Parent Training: Jewish Holidays and Culture Days
2025-11-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
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 Israel in ways that are meaningful, respectful, and age-appropriate. In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Prepare engaging and inclusive materials to share about Jewish culture, traditions, and Israel
Proactively communicate with teachers and administrators to ensure a welcoming and respectful environment
Recognize and respond to bias or misinformation in a constructive and effective way
Build partnerships with school staff to support cultural literacy and inclusion year-round

Whether you’re new to Culture Days or looking to deepen your engagement, this training will provide practical tools, resources, and a supportive space to connect with other Jewish parents.

A Lasting Legacy: Crafting Your Ethical Will
2025-11-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Temple Beth Shalom, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX, 78731, United States
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 wills and guide you through the process of writing your own.
In the supportive atmosphere of our community, you’ll learn about the importance of sharing your life’s lessons, hopes, and love with future generations. This course will provide you with the time, space, and guidance to begin creating a lasting legacy that truly reflects who you are and what you stand for. Advanced registration required. This program will take place on Nov. 4 and Nov. 11 at 7:00 pm at Temple Beth Shalom.

JAMen Season 9
2025-11-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States

Jewish Austin Men: Jason Karp
2025-11-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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 JCC or a local congregation. All programs take place on the Dell Jewish Community Campus.
Session 1: November 5, 2025
Jason Karp, Founder & CEO of HumanCo
Addressing the Metacrisis: Physical, Mental and Planetary Health
Register here!
Sign up for all other sessions at shalomaustin.org/jamen

JNF Annual Breakfast for Israel
2025-11-06 08:30 - 10:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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.

JWV Veterans Day Flag Raising Ceremony
2025-11-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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 [weather permitting]

IAC| Dialogic Reading – How a Story Becomes a Growing Conversation
2025-11-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
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 talk will be in Hebrew and free of charge.
Registration is required for security reasons.
If you are not part of the program but would like to join, please contact us directly.

AJFF 2025 Festival Closing Reception
2025-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Dell JCC, Austin, TX, United States
Purchase tickets at https://austinjff.org/festival-2025/
