Join us on Monday, November 18 at 6 PM at the Dell Jewish Community Center during our live recording of our podcast, The Rabbi & the Other Guy. Rabbi Daniel A. Septimus and Dr. Matt Schocket will sit down with Moshe and discuss life in Israel in the Northern Galilee since the horrific attacks of […]
Join your fellow members for a creative "co-crafting" event at the Dell JCC! Bring a craft you're currently working on or stop by to gain inspiration for your next project. Open to ages 13+. Registration is required! Register here!
Building Bridges Between Israel's Arabs and Jews Through Community Organizing: A Conversation with the Tzedek Center November 21, 2024 | 7-8 PM The Tzedek Centers Movement is an Israeli organization that brings together people in Israel’s mixed cities to participate in training programs for social change. They firmly believe that local civic organizing is the key […]
Join JFS grief therapists and engage in meaningful conversations, reflect together about the upcoming holidays and how they sometimes augment our grief, and explore ways to find solace and healing during the holiday season. This event is an opportunity to connect, support one another, and experience the power of community. Register today at shalomaustin.org/survive-holiday2024 Transportation […]
Pizza, bingo, sing along, and pumpkin pie! Registration required.
There are moments when words feel insufficient, yet Jewish tradition offers a wealth of language for navigating grief, life, and death. Join Shalom Austin Jewish Family Service and the Shomer Collective for a meaningful exploration of Jewish wisdom on life’s most profound transitions. With offerings on Sunday, December 8, at 10 AM and 1 PM, […]
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 […]
YAD is back at Kitty Cohen's for our BIGGEST party of the year with 200+ Austin Jews! Dress in your holiday chic and enjoy a DJ, delicious treats, a drink on us, and a drawing with great prizes! Early-Bird Registration is $18 -- buy now before the price increases on December 17! This party is […]
TOBY SHOR JGALLERY JGallery Presents: ArtProcess: How Did They Do That? Opening Reception: Thursday, January 16 | 7-9 PM This exhibition is on view from January 13 - March 24, 2025 Cynthia Reid, Elena Lipkowski, Janet Fulk, Mary T. Barton and Norah Levine explore the process of art-making with unique techniques and materials. Each artist […]
Grab a donut and participate in normalizing the most important and costly conversation America isn't having. Our uniting truth is that every single one of us will die. Despite this fact, our culture shies away from acknowledging it, making everything—from discussions on end-of-life medical wishes to expressions of what we want our memorial services to […]
Learn how studying and practicing Mussar can change your life and relationships. Mussar might best be described as Jewish spiritual ethics and has been practiced for centuries by people who sought to cultivate and strengthen the qualities of the inner mensch. Mussar has been undergoing a revival in the Jewish world, and we are fortunate […]
When: Tuesday, January 28 Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Where: North/Central Austin (location provided upon registration) You’re invited to get to know YAD! Are you new to Austin and/or new to YAD (active for less than 6 months)? Do you want to get more connected to the Austin Jewish community? Have you tried YAD in the past […]
A special screening of THE RETURN FROM THE OTHER PLANET. Join us on International Holocaust Remembrance Day for a powerful documentary exploring the story of Yechiel De-Nur, Auschwitz survivor and author, who described Auschwitz as “The Other Planet.” A thought-provoking film on Holocaust remembrance, trauma, and humanity. Note: No explicit Holocaust scenes. After the Film: Live, in-person Q&A with […]
Join us on Thursday, February 6 at Texas Hillel for a panel discussion featuring the Sharaka Delegation. Established in 2020 by people from Israel, The United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain after the signing of The Abraham Accords, Sharaka is dedicated to promoting people-to-people diplomacy in the Middle East through education and engagement. Sharaka’s critical work has […]
Join us as we gather 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 […]
Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? These days, scammers are sophisticated. And separating the real from the phony can be tough—especially when emotions are running high. Join us for a free event where we’ll take a look into the latest scams, how to avoid them […]
The Z3 Project is an initiative bridging the gap between diaspora Jewry and Israel. It fosters open dialogue and offers a fresh model of Jewish engagement that explores Zionism in its third phase while fostering a strong sense of unity within the global Jewish community. This year’s programming will feature incredible speakers including: Zack Bodner, CEO […]
Join Allison Granet, Shalom Austin's Family and 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, February 27 in East Austin. Stop by anytime between 5 PM-7 PM! Exact location will be […]
Join us for a casual morning of movie magic and nostalgia as we dive into the Oscar winners from 1939 to 2024, presented by Aging Is Cool. Register today at shalomaustin.org/oscars-party
Join us for an enlightening lecture that explores the exciting discoveries in Alzheimer’s and other dementias in 2025! Dr. Mark Kunik, MD, MPH, will share valuable insights, covering innovative prevention strategies, promising new drug treatments, and fresh approaches to enhance caregiving and improve the quality of life for those living with dementia, as well as […]
Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Location: Westlake (Location provided upon registration) Bring your family for a PJ in the Park afternoon, and bring your favorite PJ Library books to read as a group and exchange with other families. Join us to connect with the Jewish community in your neighborhood […]
Monday, March 24 7-9 PM Central Austin (location provided upon registration) How to Lead a Passover Seder and Other Rituals at Home Join Rabbi Dan Ain and other local dads for a fun, free-flowing conversation on how to create meaningful rituals in your home. Whether you are planning on leading a Passover seder this year […]
Join us for our annual Passover Luncheon, featuring Rabbi Neil Blumofe from Congregation Agudas Achim. This event has limited capacity and tends to sell out quickly. To ensure a smooth experience, we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Please make sure that each guest and caregiver is registered individually in advance. Please consider a voluntary donation of $18.00 in support […]
Join us for an evening of learning and choose from a variety of classes related to Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, and Yom HaAtzmaut! You will be able to choose one class from 6-6:45 PM and one class from 7-7:45 PM, offered by our wonderful community organizations. Registration is required by Wednesday, April 9. Date: Thursday, April […]
Dads' Night Out with Rabbi Dan Ain and special guest, Adam Gidwitz When: Tuesday, April 22 Time: 7-9 PM Where: Dell JCC Adam will lead a discussion with us about sharing scary stories with our children. How do we raise our children with knowledge of the scary facts of the world and what is the […]
Join us for a Holocaust Remembrance Event featuring a keynote address by Dr. Victoria Aarons, a leading scholar in the field of Holocaust literature. The event will include a memorial service with the reading of names, candle lighting, prayers and more in honor of the victims. This ceremony is a time for reflection, unity, and […]
Advocacy in Action is Shalom Austin’s monthly Public Affairs briefing series. Held on Zoom, we offer insights on key policy and public affairs issues impacting our community. Join us for an hour community briefing with leaders and experts on topics like education, civic engagement, and combating hate. Stay informed and empowered to advocate for meaningful […]
Calling all Dell JCC members! You are invited to a special Shabbat in the Living room to honor the 25th anniversary of the Dell Jewish Community Campus and Shalom Austin. Join us for music and activities for the whole family to enjoy. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
YAD Party of 8 Spring Lunch When: Sunday, April 27 Time: 12 - 3 PM Where: The Domain Let YAD arrange your Sunday lunch plans! We'll assign you a restaurant in the Domain and 7 other YAD members to join you for a meal. This is an exciting opportunity to get to know new friends and connect with old […]
Join our community for Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day for those who lost their lives in the struggle that led to the establishment of the State of Israel, all military personnel who were killed while in active duty in Israel’s armed forces, and all victims of terror attacks. In partnership with the Israeli-American Council; Tzofim, […]
Join this community-wide event for fun, food, and friendly faces to celebrate Israel’s birthday! Stop by when you can, stay as long as you’d like, and wear blue & white to make the day extra special. This is an event for the whole family to enjoy! Activities, musical performances, and more! Israeli food will be […]
Join us as we gather 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 […]
Dads’ Night Out at Top Golf! When: Monday, May 12 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM Join us for a laid back evening of noshing, golfing and shooting the breeze with other dads. Whether you’ve been coming to every Dads’ Night out this year, or if you’ve yet to make one, this will be the most chill one […]
This summit aims to provide attendees with valuable insights, holistic approaches, and practical tools to navigate menopause with confidence and grace. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field, explore innovative treatments, and discover wellness practices that can enhance their quality of life during menopause. Join us for a day […]
Planning for the last chapter of life can be overwhelming, but it’s one of the greatest gifts you can give to those you love. The GIFT Project is a FREE hands-on advance planning workshop. RSVP by noon on May 16 for a free box lunch from Jason's Deli. Join Ginny Erboe, RN, MSN from the […]
Rabbi Neil Blumofe will discuss the joys, oys, and even the hidden blessings of aging. We will have honest, humorous, and thoughtful conversation. Join in!
Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Dell JCC Join us on the Reuben & “Etsy” Kogut Terrace to test your knowledge of pop culture, history, naming that tune and more! Bring old friends to form a team or make a team with new friends. And bring your competitive spirit […]
Bring you own Dinner and join the Jewish Family Service Grief & Loss team at Death Over Dinner. Our uniting truth is that every single one of us will die. Despite this fact, our culture shies away from acknowledging it, making everything—from discussions on end-of-life medical wishes to expressions of what we want our memorial services […]
8 in-person biweekly sessions. Divorce is challenging, but community can provide the support you need during difficult times. We invite you to join our bi-weekly support group, held on Wednesdays and co-led by Matt Smith, LCSW, and Debbie Hart, LPC-S. This group is open to anyone navigating divorce or separation, as long as you are […]
Playful Connections is a casual play group for families with children who are neurodivergent and/or living with a disability. Our purpose is to build community through a loosely structured indoor gathering where your family can have fun, let down your guard, and connect with other families like yours! Siblings are welcome. Registration is required so […]
Bring your brown bag lunch and we'll provide refreshments and a sweet treat!
Join us as we gather 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 […]
Come learn about Shmirah with Gail Tosto who is a Jewish end-of-life doula, hospice volunteer, chevrah kadisha (Jewish burial society) volunteer, and founder of Austin Shmirah -- a 250-member, cross-denominational group of volunteers who perform shmirah (prayerful or mindful accompaniment between death and burial) for the deceased of all local congregations, Chabad, and the unaffiliated. She […]
Join us for a joyful experience with new and familiar friends as we celebrate America’s Independence Day. We will enjoy trivia, pizza, desserts and of course…BINGO! Please register so we make sure there’s enough food for everyone!
Date: June 28, 2025 Time: 3:00 - 4:30 PM Location: Dell JCC Join our Pride month scholar in residence, Rabbi Steven Greenberg, for a Shabbat afternoon text study on Saturday, June 28 at 3 PM. Rabbi Greenberg joins us from Eshel, the organization fighting for full inclusion of LGBT Jews in the Orthodox community. In honor of […]
Join us for a special Summer Edition of Shabbat Cafe with Jessica Ochs, Shalom Austin's Senior Youth & Teen Director. We look forward to welcoming Jessica and her team who bring the magic of Shabbat each week to dozens of campers attending JCamps. We will gather to celebrate an early Shabbat in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a […]
Join artist Martha Kull and learn the “The Art of Collage” where you can flex your creative muscles and make a collage or two.
Come learn more about Family Mediation at this presentation led by JFS Therapist and Family Mediator, Matt Smith.
Join us 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 brown bag lunch and we'll provide refreshments a sweet treat!
Welcome 9:30AM - 10:00AM Zumba 10:00AM - 11:00AM Farewell 11:00AM - 11:30AM This incredible event will be led by the Zumba Los Papis! Engage with local vendors, enjoy exciting giveaways, and meet both old friends and new faces! Register here!
Date: Sunday, July 27, 2025 Time: 8:00 - 10:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Join YAD at the pool and celebrate the summer with a party you don't want to miss! Enjoy the Lisa & Sandy Gottesman Pool and 30-foot water slides with snacks and drinks, including a signature mocktail! (2 drink tickets per person) To […]
Date: Monday, July 28, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Join Rabbi Dan Ain and other dads for the second meeting of the Dads' Summer Book Club! Each session is a standalone discussion. Our July book is going to be Dara Horn's "People Love Dead Jews" - a book published in […]
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 Gail Swedroe of Congregation […]
Date: Friday, August 8, 2025 Time: 12 - 1 PM Location: Dell JCC Israel Hour | Humanitarian Situation in Gaza Join us for a special Israel Hour on Friday, August 8 at 12PM to hold space and conversation for the humanitarian situation in Gaza. We offer a safe, respectful environment for open and thoughtful conversation […]
Our uniting truth is that every single one of us will die. Despite this fact, our culture shies away from acknowledging it, making everything—from discussions on end-of-life medical wishes to expressions of what we want our memorial services to look like—feel morbid and sometimes downright scary. But these conversations don’t need to feel this way! […]
The Simcha Readers are a dynamic group of writers, performers, and storytellers who gather weekly to create, collaborate, and inspire. Join us for a captivating showcase that brings their original works to life—an uplifting celebration of talent, heart, and the power of storytelling. Whether you’re a lover of the arts or simply curious, this is an experience you […]
Join us at the Memory Café, a welcoming & supportive space for individuals living with early-stage memory loss. In partnership with AGE of Central Texas, the program offers cognitively stimulating activities, support group discussions, and tools to help navigate daily life- all designed to foster connection and purpose. To learn more or register, please email […]
Join Shalom Austin’s Community Chaplain, Rabbi Amy Cohen and JFS’ Grief and Loss Therapists, Maura Kinney and Audrey Burnett, along with local Austin clergy in a gathering to remember those who have died by suicide. Weather permitting, the gathering will be in the Waxman Meditation Garden and will include music, meditation, and ritual to mark […]
Join AJFF and Shalom Austin Jewish Family Service on this special event for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This compelling documentary features Ezra’s own art and music as well as deeply personal interviews with Ezra’s family, friends, and teachers. The program features an AJFF interview with Ezra’s mother, Shanee Epstein. The screening will be following by […]
New to Austin and 60+? Looking to build meaningful friendships, explore diverse programs, and connect with a welcoming community? Join us for a FREE day of Inspired Aging, the premier hub for older adult programs at Shalom Austin! Enjoy a morning mixer, engaging coffee group, energizing fitness classes, and an insightful lunch & learn. Wrap up the day […]
September 14, 28 & October 5 | 3:00-4:30 PM Individuals in grades 9-12 are invited to join JFS and BBYO for a three-part training led by Dr. Alyssa Gilden and Amanda Mills, LCSW-S to empower them to provide support to their friends and classmates and be better able to cope with mental health challenges themselves.Participants […]
Date: Monday, September 15, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Join us for an important and engaging evening with Austin ISD Superintendent Mattias Segura as we come together to discuss the future of our schools and community. This town hall is an opportunity for Jewish families, students, educators, and community members […]
Join us for our annual Rosh Hashanah Luncheon, featuring Rabbi Kelly Levy and Cantorial Soloist Sarah Avner from Congregation Beth Israel. This event has limited capacity and tends to sell out quickly. To ensure a smooth experience, we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Please make sure that each guest and caregiver is registered individually in advance. Please […]
Join us once a month on a Wednesday 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.
Raising up our collective voices, let us celebrate the colors of tradition, imagination, and cultural identity alive in everyday objects hecho a mano, lovingly handcrafted by Latin American artisans. Rooted in the traditions of community, these artifacts, on loan from the Austin Friends of Folk Art permanent collection, echo voces del pueblo, carrying stories across generations. […]
Date: Monday, September 29, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Private home in Westlake (Location provided 24 hours in advance) Voices of Israelis: Firsthand Experiences from a Summer in Wartime Israel Israel Hour is coming to you! Members of the Austin Israeli community who spent this past summer in Israel will share their […]
Date: Saturday, October 4 Time: 8:00 - 9:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Join Shalom Austin on Saturday, October 4, after Shabbat for the Heroes Commemoration Concert - a powerful and moving experience honoring the courage, resilience and sacrifice of those who risked and gave their lives in the horrific events of October 7. Blending live music, […]
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 Michal Ilai, Shalom Austin's Senior […]
Serve and join in on a Shabbat dinner for approximately 50 of our neighbors at Community First! Village on Friday, October 10 as we usher in Shabbat and celebrate Sukkot. Please include how many people will be attending with you in the "Notes" section when you register. This will be a kosher style dinner-no pork or shellfish. Vegetarian options […]
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.
Have questions about Medicare? Confused about your options? All are welcome to this free educational program. Medicare specialist Lee Green will provide an overview of the 2026 Medicare program and address important questions like: How do I sign up for Medicare? What does it cost? What are Parts A, B, C & D all about? […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Join us for our annual Hanukkah Luncheon, featuring Rabbi Will Hall and Sara Kaye, Music Assistant from Temple Beth Shalom! This event has limited capacity and tends to fill up quickly. To ensure a smooth experience, we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Please make sure that each guest and caregiver is registered individually in advance. Please consider […]
Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Dell JCC Join us for the second annual Living the American Jewish Experience lecture featuring Dr. Dean P. Bell, President and CEO of the Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership, who will speak on “Jews Have Never Lived in a Vacuum: Interreligious Engagement […]
Shabbat Cafe with Rabbi Rebecca Reice Date: Friday, January 9, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 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 […]
Join Shalom Austin Inspired Aging and Shalom Austin IT Specialist Anthony McCoy to learn simple steps to recognize fraud tactics and protect your personal information.
Wise Guys Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Bring your brown bag lunch and we'll provide refreshments a sweet treat! REGISTER HERE
Jared F. Benge, Ph.D., ABPP, is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and associate professor with the Department of Neurology at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin and UT Health Austin’s Comprehensive Memory Center within the Mulva Clinic for the Neurosciences. He specializes in assessment of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders and cognitive […]
Shalom Austin TOVA's No-Sew Blankets for Local Dog Rescue 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. The participants will create no-sew blankets for a local, foster-based dog rescue. The room location will be provided a week before the event. […]
Join Allison Granet, Shalom Austin's Family and 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 February 11 in Cedar Park (location provided upon registration). Stop by anytime between 11:30 AM-1:30 PM, […]
Shabbat Cafe with Emily Bourgeois 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 […]
Serve and join in on a Shabbat dinner for approximately 50 of our neighbors at Community First! Village on Friday, February 13th as we usher in Shabbat. Please include how many people will be attending with you in the "Notes" section when you register. Arrive to set up at 5:00 PMfor a 5:30ish dinner. Arrival instructions will […]
Join us for our monthly Wise Guys - 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.
Are you new to the Shalom Families community or just want to meet other families in the Westlake area? Come join us! Families from other neighborhoods are welcome to join as well!
Please join us for a Women’s Megillah Reading on Purim morning — Tuesday, March 3rd at 8:00 AM. We will gather to read the Megillah together, followed by coffee and a light breakfast catered by Shevet Café. This is a beautiful opportunity for the women of our community to come together on the morning of Purim and celebrate in […]
You’re invited to an evening with Austin’s four full-time senior rabbis! Study with them, hear their visions, explore their approaches to community, and get to know who they are as rabbis. 6:30–7:30 PM | Panel 7:45–8:30 PM | Electives Panelists include: Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Congregation Agudas Achim Rabbi Brian Leiken, Congregation Beth Israel Rabbi Dan […]
Join us for our monthly Wise Guys - 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+. This month, Congregation Agudas Achim is graciously providing refreshments and snacks for Wise Guys. To help us honor […]
Registration is REQUIRED. The deadline to signup is Monday, March 23. This event has limited capacity and tends to sell out quickly. To ensure a smooth experience, we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Please make sure that each guest and caregiver is registered individually in advance. Please consider a voluntary donation $18.00 in support of Inspired Aging and […]
Join the Austin Jewish community as we gather to observe Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. This solemn event honors the memory of the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust, as well as the survivors who persevered, the liberators who bore witness and the righteous individuals who risked their lives to save others. We invite you to […]
Date: Monday, April 20, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Join our community for Yom HaZikaron, Israel's Memorial Day for those who lost their lives in the struggle that led to the establishment of the State of Israel, all military personnel who were killed while in active duty in Israel's armed […]
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Join this community-wide event for fun, food and friendly faces to celebrate Israel’s birthday! Stop by when you can, stay as long as you’d like and wear blue & white to make the day extra special. This is an event for […]
Are you interested in another tool to help relieve stress and anxiety? Instructor Janet Fulk has used neurographic art for over four years to let go of negative thought patterns and set new intentions to change future thoughts and actions. Janet Fulk was featured in the 2025 “ArtProcess: How Did They Do That?” Exhibit in […]
Join us to pack essential period and hygiene supplies for Dignity Grows™ while learning about its impact, and reflect together on how supporting dignity and care for others connects to Jewish values.
We are thrilled to invite you to the Shalom Austin Annual Meeting on Tuesday, May 19. This year’s gathering is a particularly special one as we will host a pre-reception to welcome our incoming CEO Rachel Stern, as well as install our new board members, honor our Community Service and Staff Exemplar award recipients, and […]
For the past ten years, Rabbi Daniel A. Septimus has led Shalom Austin with vision, heart, and an unwavering commitment to our mission. As he prepares for his next chapter, we invite you to join us for a celebratory luncheon on Thursday, May 28 at 12PM at the Dell JCC to honor his extraordinary decade of service. Registration is […]