Week of Events
Congregation Havurah Shalom & Georgetown Public Library Exhibit: A Reason to Remember: Roth, Germany 1933–1942
This exhibit is suitable for grade levels 5–12 and adults. Congregation Havurah Shalom is now scheduling free docent-led youth group tours, designed to help students engage with the material in an age-appropriate, meaningful, and thoughtful way. Educators, youth leaders, and homeschool groups are encouraged to reach out early to reserve their preferred dates. Exhibit Details […]
AJFF Presents: “Ain’t No Back to a Merry Go Round”
When five Howard University students sat on a segregated Maryland carousel in 1960, the arrests made headlines. When the largely Jewish community near Glen Echo Amusement Park joined the Black students in picketing, the first organized interracial civil rights protest in US history was born. WHY WE LIKE THIS FILM: Join us for a special screening […]
Inspired Aging & Tzedek Packing
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.
Just Jewish with Rabbi Dan Ain
Just Jewish with Rabbi Dan Ain Monday, May 18 | 6:30-8:30 PM Dell JCC Join Shalom Austin's Parent Life Educator, Rabbi Dan Ain, for an educational series that covers the basics of Jewish religion and life. Each month, we'll meet to discuss some of the most foundational aspects of our tradition in an open, accessible, non-judgmental […]
YAD x I Am Able Board Game Night
Join YAD and I Am Able for a fun and welcoming board game night at the Dell JCC! Together, we'll play board games in a neuroinclusive setting. What is YAD? Shalom Austin’s Young Adult Division (YAD) is Austin’s networking hub for Jewish young professionals in their 20s and 30s. YAD’s goal is to build the […]
Pre-Reception: Meet & Greet with Rachel Stern
Before the Annual Meeting begins, we invite you to a special pre-reception at 6PM to meet our incoming CEO, Rachel Stern. This is a wonderful opportunity to welcome Rachel in an informal setting before she officially starts on July 1. Register is required. Please click here to register.
Shalom Austin Annual Meeting
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 […]
RAISE Graduation
This event is open to all RAISE participants (employees, volunteer job coaches and substitute job coaches, work site liaisons, and valued partners), and employees.
JFS Mitzvah Day
Join us this Jewish American Heritage Month as we come together in the spirit of community, compassion, and shared responsibility. Rooted in our core Jewish values of tikkun olam (repairing the world), chesed (kindness), and kehilla (community), we invite you to take part in a meaningful service opportunity with Shalom Austin. Together, we will be packing meal kits to support the […]
Mussar: Seeking Everyday Holiness with Rabbi Amy B. Cohen
Mussar is a Jewish spiritual tradition focused on ethical self-improvement and character development using ancient texts and practices to cultivate inner virtues, in hebrew middot, like humility, patience, and generosity. The study and practice of mussar helps individuals overcome internal obstacles to live more holy lives. Practicing mussar involves studying Jewish texts and applying spiritual […]
Hadassah’s Evening Mah Jongg
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.
Jewish War Veterans (Austin Post 757) Memorial Day Flag Raising
This Memorial Day, please join the Jewish War Veterans (Austin Post 757) to honor our Jewish service members and Gold Star families with the flag raising ceremony. These men and women made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, allowing us to enjoy our freedom. WHEN: Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: The Dell […]
Splash into Shavuot
Splash into Shavuot! 💦☀️ Don’t miss our final and most exciting community celebration before summer! Join us for a vibrant, Israeli-style Shavuot festival packed with energy, connection, and non-stop fun for the whole family! 🎈 What’s in store? Festive Water Fun: Refreshing water games and activities to keep the kids cool and entertained! Festive Shavuot […]