Come meet the real Captain Ayub! Step into the hidden world of counterterrorism – where fearless women fight terror from both sides. Female Terrorists – What drives women to commit the most shocking attacks? Women in Intelligence – The daring spies who risked everything to stop terror. The Actress of the Century – Who was […]
What is the I Am Able group? This group provides an inclusive space that celebrates invisible differences. Together, we work on building skills through social opportunities and increasing confidence. The fourth Thursday of each month | 5:30 PM - 7 PM | Ongoing | Free of Charge | In-Person at Dell JCC Campus Contact Whitney […]
Join us for a live recording of Torah Smash, the podcast for nerdy Jews! In each episode Rabbi David Young, Ethan Lane-Miller, and Barak Malkin explore the intersection of Judaism and nerd culture. Doors open at 6pm for shmoozing and snacks, followed by a Havdalah service before the live recording at 8pm. The event will […]
Sheila Turner Seed was an award-winning New York City-based, journalist in the 1970s who interviewed such photography luminaries as Henri Cartier-Bresson, Gordon Parks, Cecil Beaton, and Lisette Model. When she passed away suddenly and tragically, she left behind an infant daughter, Rachel. More than 30 years later, Rachel has herself become a filmmaker, photographer, and […]
The Sisterhood at Congregation Agudas Achim hosts their Torah Fund dinner honoring two special women. More details to follow.....
Explore what it means to be Jewish around a university campus in this constantly changing world. Hear from a panel of experts, then explore topics of your choice in small group discussions. All are welcome; this topic may be of special interest to 9th-12th graders and their families. Free for Temple Beth Shalom members; $36 […]
Fresh off of his Emmy and Tony winning special, Just For Us, Alex Edelman is back on tour with a brand new show. Part of Moontower Comedy Festival
אם תפגשי את מינה ביתי, כך תגידי לה: " זו צוואתי: תשרדי, תחיי ותספרי ". בקרוב נציין את יום השואה. יום טעון וגדוש בזכרון ובכאב ההסטורי של העם היהודי. אנו מזמינים אתכם לקחת חלק במפגש אינטימי ומצומצם של ״זיכרון בסלון", יוזמה חברתית לציון ערב יום השואה בצורה אחרת- בסלון הבית בין אורחים וחברים בערב שכולל […]
The first (of hopefully many) monthly happy hours. We'll get to know one another over drinks and grow sisterly bonds through our shared passions.
The anguished saga of an Ethiopian boy airlifted to Israel during the 1980s Operation Moses to escape persecution and famine, unfolds in this sweeping epic. After his mother sends him to Israel under false pretenses, Schlomo arrives posing as a Jewish orphan. Taken in by a liberal Jewish family, he bears the burden of living […]
Our 26th Annual Family-friendly, potluck, Community Seder!
Pirkei Avot is a tractate in the Mishnah. From at least the time of Saadia Gaon (10th century), it has been customary to study one chapter a week between Passover and Shavuot; we will follow that tradition from 20 April – 1 June, 2025. Weekly, Sundays 9:30 - 10:30 am. Led by Ya'akov Love. Via Zoom. […]
“At age 13, my mother put me on a ship with my two siblings, Motke and Nina, and told me, ‘Now you are their mother and father.’ A few years later, she died in the camp.” Neomi Shoham, a Holocaust survivor from Poland and one of the hundreds of “Children of Tehran” —a journey of […]
Spark Program University of Texas Spark Program empowers former foster youth by providing necessary support systems to attend the university.
Join us for Saturday morning Shabbat Torah Service led by Rabbi Reice!
In memory of NWACA Earth Day Festival Founder Mick Koffend
In recognition of Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), Lucy Taus Katz along with Congregation Havurah Shalom of Sun City, Texas and in partnership with the Georgetown Public Library have created a thought-provoking and inspiring program titled “The Heroes of a Hidden Child: One Survivor’s Story of Gratitude" This program will take place at The Georgetown […]
Join us for a true Israeli experience! We will meet for fun, learning, and of course community! We would like to open a few groups. Please register if you would like your child to be part of the Keshet family. Please indicate your child’s age. Start and end dates are tentative and subject to change. […]
Celebrate Mimouna in Austin! Come join us! You’re invited to an authentic and delicious Moroccan Mimouna with the students of Mishlanu and Hillel! This festive event is hosted by our Israeli students and features incredible treats from Gail’s Catering. Tirbḥu u-tsa‘du – May you have prosperity and joy! This event is for adults and teens. […]
We hold services in the Live Oak Sanctuary (followed by a traditional Oneg, when possible) on the second Friday of each month (with a few exceptions, so check the calendar!)
Please join us for T'filah Together, Congregation Shir Ami's Tot Shabbat program for families with kiddos up to the age of eight years old. We will be meeting in the Fellowship Hall or Room 110 at 9am (depending on the week) where Rabbi Rebecca Reice will lead a Shabbat program specifically geared for kids and […]
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Congregation Agudas Achim Annual Meeting
Join NCJW to celebrate the installation of their 2025/2026 Leadership Team. www.ncjwaustin.org
Level Up: Taking Charge of Your Tech Career An inspiring and practical talk with tech industry veteran Amir Shevat. Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, leading teams, or preparing for your next big opportunity — this session will explore how to take control of your tech career. In this talk we will discuss how to […]
Join us for a true Israeli experience! We will meet for fun, learning, and of course community! We would like to open a few groups. Please register if you would like your child to be part of the Keshet family. Please indicate your child’s age. Start and end dates are tentative and subject to change. […]
An outdoor spiritual celebration in honor of Lag Baomer
We are excited to share with you that on May 20th, we will have an Evening of Support for IAC Austin and all the work we are doing here and around the US. Our evening Honorees are Carol & Dr. Kaylen Silverberg. Carol and Kaylen are longtime leaders in the Austin community. They are the voice to support and […]
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 […]
For families with children in 2nd grade and younger. Join us as we celebrate the holiday of Shavuot with crafts, ice cream and playing outside! We'll end the hour with a story and Havdalah.
Shavuot healing service with Yizkor Oneg with cheesecake to follow.
Join us at Congregation Agudas Achim for an exciting all-nighter featuring torah study and cheese cake!
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.
Acclaimed filmmaker Nir Bergman (“In Treatment”, “Here We Are”) follows a young modern woman’s journey to self discovery and liberation, in a touching and uplifting comedy drama. In an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Jerusalem, Bati has a seemingly perfect life. She is happily married to Lazer and the young couple have three children. But their […]
AIPAC Leadership Event
Professional Dealers & Tournament Style Play By The Poker People 10,000 in chips to start (with rebuy option available) Easy Parking + Pizza/Drinks Exceptional Prizes For The Top 10 Finishers Limited Seating- Sign Up Today (space will fill up) All Proceeds will go to support Hebrew Free Loan of Austin
Join us for a classic Jewish film :) Blankets and pajamas encouraged!
This summer, Fiddler on the Roof is coming to a theater in Georgetown. Our plan is to attend the matinee and then gather for happy hour after the show. Theater and gathering location provided upon registration.
When a DNA test completely upends a woman’s life, she embarks on a hilarious journey with her eccentric mother to find out who she really is. Screenng is followed by Q&A with writer/lead actor Lisa Brenner.
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.
When a DNA test completely upends a woman’s life, she embarks on a hilarious journey with her eccentric mother to find out who she really is.
It’s hot, it’s summer, and we’re getting together again! Whether you’re new in town or just in the mood for a chill hangout – this one’s for you! Join us for a fun, relaxed Israeli-style evening with: Great Israeli music Backgammon, laughs, and friendly faces Iced coffee, good vibes First drink or snack is on […]
Summer is in the air, and we’re excited to invite you to a women’s event! Join us for a sparkling and summery social gathering, Welcoming both new and longtime women of Austin. Come to mingle and shine at the most beautiful store in Austin – Diamonds Direct Austin! A big thank you to Anat Adi […]
Play all your favorite board games with your Jewish community :) Play ours or bring your own!
A photo exhibit that documents how Jewish rituals, traditions, and values are passed from generation to generation within Austin’s Jewish communities. The exhibit will be on display in the City Hall atrium for two weeks.
Summer is in the air, and we’re excited to invite you to a women’s event! Join us for a sparkling and summery social gathering, Welcoming both new and longtime women of Austin. Come to mingle and shine at the most beautiful store in Austin – Diamonds Direct Austin! A big thank you to Anat Adi […]
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month for Tot Shabbat! Singing, stories, an activity/craft, and time to make friends on our playground.
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.
Join the Austin Chapter of Hadassah for our book club meeting on Monday, August 18th at 7pm where we will discuss "The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum" by Margalit Fox. This captivating novel explores the life of the infamous crime queen in 19th-century New York City. Whether you've read the book or are curious, come ready to […]
Join the Austin Chapter of Hadassah for our book club meeting on Monday, August 18th at 7pm where we will discuss "The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum" by Margalit Fox. This captivating novel explores the life of the infamous crime queen in 19th-century New York City. Whether you've read the book or are curious, come ready to […]
AUGUST 23rd MINI-FEST CELEBRATES THE LIFE OF MEADOW GOODMAN WHILE RAISING FUNDS & AWARENESS FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION
Occurs the second and fourth Monday of every month. Please reach out to [email protected] for location and if you have any questions!
This is CAA's annual Youth Group Kick-off event! Its a great way to kick-start the new year of youth events - with a waterpark adventure. All 3rd-12th graders are welcome.
Kicking Off the New Year – IAC Austin’s Annual Community Event! Join us for a special family-friendly event to wrap up the summer and kick off a new year of community, connection, and Israeli spirit, right here in Austin. Whether you’re new to town or have been part of the community for years, this is […]
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Two months after the death of her son, Regina (83) travels to Poland with her granddaughter Mika (30). The trip’s stated purpose is to retrieve the family’s property confiscated during World War II. But Regina has a secret ulterior motive: to find her first love, whom she was forced to leave 70 years ago. WHY […]
Pride Shabbat with Congregation Shalom Rav Celebrating LGBTQ+ Diversity, Community, & Tradition You are cordially invited to join us for an extraordinary evening: Pride Shabbat - a celebration in which the vibrant spirit of Pride and the timeless beauty of Shabbat come together in joy, reflection, unity and safety. Welcome Shabbat with joy and […]
Wear your PJs and join us for music and a story! We will also do a small craft and end with a beautiful Havdalah service to say goodbye to Shabbat. Led by our Youth Education team and a member of our Clergy.
It is time to celebrate the kickoff of another exciting year in Lonestar. Join us on September 7th from 3:30-7:45 PM for a barge ride across Lake Travis. All Jewish teens in grades 9th-12th are invited to join the fun and celebrate the new year in Lonestar! Price is $50 for members and prospects. Spots are limited. You can […]
Join NCJW for lunch with guest speaker, Jackie Nirenberg, ADL Regional Director. www.ncjwaustin.org
Join Rabbi Leiken to learn about the history of our High Holy Day prayerbook and the meaning of some of its most challenging prayers.
חוגגים את השנה החדשה ביחד! בואו לפתוח את ראש השנה בסגנון ישראלי עם ערב שישי מלא בפעילויות לילדים, חידונים מהנים, מוזיקה, וארוחת פוטלאק חגיגית (תביאו מנה חלבית/צמחונית לחלוק). יום שישי, 12 בספטמבר | 18:30 JCC- Community Hall בואו נתחיל את השנה החדשה כקהילה אחת. Celebrate the New Year Together. Join us for an Israeli-style Friday […]
Led by Rabbi Ari Vernon, via Zoom. Enjoy some Torah learning, and welcome the High Holidays! If you are new to CSR, please contact us HERE 48 hours in advance to receive the zoom link.
CTI is excited to announce that Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody is the 2025 CTI Scholar in Residence! He will be speaking on Sunday, September 14, from 4:00PM to 7:00PM in the Zimmerman Family Multipurpose Room at the Dell JCC. Rabbi Brody is the executive director of Ematai, an organization dedicated to helping Jews navigate aging, […]
Let’s kick off the new year together in true Israeli style! As Rosh Hashanah approaches, we invite you to join us as a community to welcome the new year with a sense of togetherness and unity. Raise a glass with us for an evening of new beginnings, good music, drinks, apples and honey, Israeli vibes, […]
Kick off the Jewish New Year with Kid’s Club of Hadassah! Sign up your kids for an unforgettable and sweet start to the new year! They will eat round challah, honey and apples, and make fun crafts! Kid's Club of Hadassah is a free monthly event for families in the Austin area. During Kids' Club […]
Join your friends at CAA youth for bowling at Highland Lanes!
Rosh Hashanah is the Birthday of the World and we are celebrating with fun, engaging holiday activities for children, followed by music, celebration, and birthday cupcakes led by Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Tammy Stone, and Ben Schenberg. (Geared towards children 5 and under.) For more on our High Holy Day event details please visit our High […]
Join us for Erev Rosh HaShanah Services! Click here to register!
Join us for Rosh HaShanah Morning Services with Torah reading! Click here to register!
What could make Torchy’s tacos better? When it’s combined with Tashlich! Nourish your body and soul as we reflect on how we want to be better versions of ourselves and engage in the custom of symbolically casting our misdeeds into the water. Pre-order your Torchy’s Tacos by Monday 9/22, and CAA will bring them to […]
Join us for Kol Nidre! Click here to register!
Join us for Yom Kippur! Click here to register!
Israeli comedian Guri Alfi embarks on a journey to explore the profound impact of October 7th on the identity, security, and status of Jews in the United States. Through intimate personal stories—from families of hostages and individuals confronting rising antisemitism to young Jews grappling with intergenerational divides on Israel—the film makes these complex issues accessible […]
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 […]
Our Jewish campus community will unite together to commemorate the two-year anniversary of the victims of the horrific attacks of October 7, 2023. Registration confirmation and valid form of identification are required for entry. UT Clear Bag Policy will be enforced. Those who do not have a final registration confirmation will not be permitted to […]
Join us under the CAA Sukkah for refreshing lulav ice cream shakes as well as special sukkot crafts :)
Dear Austin Community, They are back, and they are home! Come join us to raise a toast, marking the return of the hostages from Gaza. Let’s share the excitement, joy, and hope together, as one community. We will be gathering at Afuga Coffee, one of Austin’s coolest spots. This event is for adults only. Your […]
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 […]
Join NCJW Austin for an important conversation, schmooze time included too! Digital Safety & Misinformation: Protecting Democracy Online How misinformation affects voting, women's rights, and advocacy Speaker: UT Professor of IT, Cybersecurity and the Public Sector, Colleen E. Garcia Location: Shalom Austin Register HERE!
This is not your average networking event. Leave a Mark’s Storytelling Night brings together Austin's finest and sharpest minds to explore how storytelling drives business success - served with perfectly crispy schnitzel and chilled bubbly champagne. Limited Spots (and the schnitzel is going fast...) Along with the tasty bites, we’re serving up exclusive talks on […]
Registration for the Insider’s Tour: Rebuilding Israel is now closed. If you’d still like to attend, please contact Madeline Scharff at [email protected] for the Zoom link. The session will be recorded and shared with the community afterward.
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. We will meet in the AJA Library. You can register here.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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Mark Your Calendar! Join Friends of Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) in Austin for a Powerful Evening.
AIPAC Austin Fall Club Event (by invitation only)
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Join Kid's Club of Hadassah to learn all about Shabbat! We will make challah covers, decorate Shabbos candles, and make our own kiddush cups. This program is intended for the whole family, particularly for families with children between the ages of 3 and 8. Kid's Club of Hadassah is a free monthly event for families […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Join NCJW Austin to learn more about voting rights and register to be a VDR. Attendees may come and hear the speaker and not go through the training if preferred. Registration required- www.ncjwaustin.org
IAC| Life on the Road: The Journey of a Family on Wheels Two Roads to Life on the Road What happens when a family decides not to wait for “someday”, and simply hits the road? Join Hagit Segal and Elani Degani Elan as they share two unique journeys of living life on the move across […]
See all the films (and more) from the recent Austin Jewish Film Festival, but only between November 14 and 23 in Texas.
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 […]
Join us for Shabbat and the official installation of our new Senior Rabbi, Rabbi Brian Leiken! with special guest, Rabbi Jeffrey Weil and violinist, Colleen Dieker
Join us for Havdallah, a silent diso, and a dessert bar! Open to 8th-12th grades.
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!
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 […]
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 […]
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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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!
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. […]
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 […]
Join the Austin Chapter of Hadassah for our book club meeting where we will discuss “From Sun to Sun” by Kenneth Wishnia Whether you've read the book or are curious, come ready to share insights and connect with fellow literature enthusiasts. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Don't miss this chance to explore historical fiction […]
Attention young families! Please join the Kid's Club to learn about Chanukah! We will make holiday cards, decorate candles, play dreidel, and enjoy sufganiyot. Kid's Club of Hadassah is a free monthly event for families in the Austin area. Questions? Contact [email protected]. If spots fill up and you are interested in joining the waitlist for this […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for spirits, music, dinner, and silent auction. Honoring: Michal Ilai, One of Hadassah's 18 American Zionist Women You Should Know Michal Ilai is the senior Israel educator at Shalom Austin. Her 30-year career has focused on Jewish identity, Israel-diaspora relations and Zionism, and she has founded programs, facilitated workshops and designed curricula to […]
HADASSAH FUNRAISER HONORING THE WONDERFUL MICHAL ILAI One of Hadassah's "18 American Zionist Women You Should Know" Michal Ilai is the senior Israel educator at Shalom Austin. Her 30-year career has focused on Jewish identity, Israel-diaspora relations and Zionism, and she has founded programs, facilitated workshops and designed curricula to strengthen Jewish peoplehood. Do not […]
Join NCJW Austin as we celebrate Chanukah with our Annual Chanukah Party and lift up The Magdalene House. https://www.magdaleneaustin.org/. www.ncjwaustin.org
Monday, December 8 at 7PM Join Shalom Austin, in partnership with Americans for Ben-Gurion University and Texas Hillel, for a powerful evening with October 7 and hostage survivor Noa Argamani in conversation with Texas Hillel Executive Director Rabbi Stephanie Max. Register here!
Let’s Open This Up – A Women’s Morning on Relocation Join us for a warm and honest morning about life abroad, the challenges, the funny moments, and the growth along the way. With Maayan Patito and Shiri Lemel, creators of the podcast “Relo-Shaken”, two inspiring women sharing real and uplifting conversations about relocation and finding […]
CAA Religious School children, CAA’s Youth Choir and CAA’s Adult choir sing Chanukah favorites and new songs
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 […]
Celebrate the first night of Chanukah with the Temple Beth Shalom community and guests! Join us for a joyful celebration filled with light, laughter, and connection for all ages. Enjoy a build-your-own-latke bar (with plenty of delicious toppings!), craft areas hosted by our local Jewish organizations — including Greene Family Camp and Shalom Austin/Maccabiah — […]
Join CTI for the first night of Hanukkah! Celebrate with food and fun including latkes, sufganiyot, gelt, crafts, face painting, a dance party, and games! Registration necessary for headcount.
When Brian Epstein set foot in the Cavern Club in November 1961 to watch The Beatles perform, he saw something no one else could – a glimmer of gold. Sharply dressed and well-spoken, Brian was hardly the most obvious radical – but being Jewish, closeted and having grown up as an outsider who had failed […]
Six crazy lights! Pre-Shabbat celebration @ CAA. All are welcome for a Hanukkah song sing-along, candle lighting (BYOHanukiyah + candles), dreidels, and light nosh (including Yehuda Maccabee’s famous latkes), all before our joyful 6:00 pm Erev Shabbat services. Come by — it’ll be so much fun-nukah!
Community Hanukkah Celebration for the Whole Family! 🕎💙 Join us for a festive Israeli Shishi filled with light, joy, and Hanukkah spirit! 🎨 Hanukkah crafts 🎲 Fun and educational activity stations 🍩 Delicious sufganiyot 🎶 A surprise performance Come meet the wonderful AJA students, who will host a special activity for the kids during the […]
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 […]
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 […]
“Imagine your year. Now come live it.” Take your gap year beyond the ordinary with Aardvark Israel — live in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, explore your passions, and grow through real experiences. Choose your path: intern and volunteer on the Classic Track, dive into startups on the Tech Track, serve communities on the Service Track, cook and create on the Culinary […]
Women for Israel has redefined female philanthropy and is channeling the power of women and making a tangible difference for the land and people of Israel. Join the movement. This year, Jewish National Fund-USA is celebrating Women's Wednesday, your way with an evening cocktail reception and program.
For the first time in many decades, the debate between Zionism and anti-Zionism seems to be at the center of public discourse throughout America and the West. But what are the fundamental beliefs, assumptions, and narratives behind these two opposing ideas? Why do some embrace the idea of a state for the Jewish people, while […]
Something big is coming and it all starts in Miami. We haven’t announced the speakers or performers yet (hint: you're going to be impressed), but one thing’s for sure: The IAC National Summit this January will be a must-attend event for everyone who has ISRAEL in his heart. Engaging sessions in English and Hebrew. Real […]
with Reverend Dr. Daryl Horton from Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Hear from our newly formed mental health taskforce and learn how you can get involved with the work they are doing!
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 […]
Emerita Professor of American Studies at the University of Minnesota, Riv-Ellen Prell will join us for a weekend of learning on the topic of "American Jewish Life Embattled: How did we get here?" She will deliver a guest sermon at Shabbat on Friday evening, lead Torah study at CBI on Saturday morning, and will offer […]
Join us for a joyful Tu Bishvat family celebration with hands-on activities for all ages! Creative craft stations Interactive Tu Bishvat activities Planting activities Dried fruits and festive treats And more fun surprises! This special event is held in partnership with Tzofim, Shevet Keren, Austin chapter Advanced registration required.
Join NCJWAustin for a day of fun and mah jongg and snacks and prizes. Registration required at www.ncjwaustin.org
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 […]
Save the Date!We’re excited about what’s coming — and we can’t wait to share it with you.More details coming soon… stay tuned!
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!
Get moving with fellow Hadassah members this year. We'll be meeting at a trail in the northwest area of Austin. Questions? Contact [email protected].
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 […]
A special lecture with Marina Rosenberg, Senior Vice President of International Affairs at ADL and former Israeli Ambassador to Chile. Marina leads the J7 Initiative, a global coalition of Jewish communities working together to confront rising antisemitism. In this lecture, she will share insights from her diplomatic and international experience and speak about communal responsibility […]
ANTISEMITISM AS A NATIONAL SECURITY THREAT AN EVENING WITH AMERICAN DIPLOMAT Amb. Deborah Lipstadt, Former U.S. Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism
Join us for Shabbat 'n Play featuring Kim's Gym! "Tumble" into Shabbat with music, activities and socializing with other families! For children ages 0-3. Open to all young families in the Jewish community. This Shabbat 'n Play will also be open to all grandparents in the Shalom Families community as well!
Saddle up, partners! YAD is riding into Shabbat with a Wild West–themed Purim celebration on the Dell JCC campus. Dust off your cowboy boots, throw on your finest denim, and gather your posse for a Friday night for a lil’ frontier‑flavored festivity. We’re planning to be outside, but we’ll move to inside the Dell JCC with rainy […]
We are pleased to invite you to a special parent education event and reception on February 27 from 8:45-9:45am with AJA's incoming head of school. Dr. Karyn Rayburn: Joyful Rigor: Cultivating Resilience, Belonging, and Growth. PleaseRSVP HERE. Dr. Rayburn will present and lead a discussion on how schools can blend academic challenge with genuine joy. […]
Join us for Magilla reading, Hamentachen, and booing!
CBI Sisterhood is sponsoring Shabbat and song session with composer, multi-instrumentalist, and prayer leader, Elana Arian! Elana is one of the most influential voices in contemporary Jewish music. A nationally touring artist serving over 30 distinct communities each year, Elana’s music is an important part of Jewish life across the globe. 6:30pm Shabbat 7:30pm
Come celebrate Purim with the IAC and Israel Scouts – Tzofim at a festive, family-friendly holiday gathering! Enjoy an exciting afternoon filled with games, delicious food, and lots of holiday fun — including a lively costume competition for all ages. Dress up, bring your friends and family, and join the community as we celebrate Purim […]
Partnership2Gether Virtual Book Club Event Conversation will be facilitated by Fruzsi & Kristi, faculty members at the Lauder Jewish school, Budapest
A Sensory Journey into Memory and Meaning Sometimes, a single scent, a sound, or the texture of a familiar fabric opens a door to a memory we didn’t know we were carrying. You are invited to an immersive gathering where stories emerge through the five senses. Guided sensory moments create space for reflection, recognition, and […]
You are invited to Shir Ami's fundraiser, A Night to Remember! More information can be found on our website, shir-ami.com
Passover Begins on Wednesday night, April 1st Join us on Thursday evening April 2nd for our two Seders! 5:30 pm – Chai Chair Seder 7:30 pm – Wes Poarch Community Seder
Inspired by the recent performance of Freedom Song a new support and Jewish study group is forming. Open to individuals and family members experiencing various forms of addiction in their lives. For more information, please contact Lori Kline: [email protected]
A coming-of-age comedy about a teen who wrestles with loss, spiritual identity, and first love. Note: film will be virtual only.
Join Congregation Agudas Achim for the Reuben Kogut Memorial Kosher Chili Cook-off! Whether you are part of a team competing or coming to sample all the different chili recipes, we look forward to you being there! This is a family-friendly event. Click here to learn more.
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 […]
Join us for Shabbat 'n Play featuring Kim's Gym! "Tumble" into Shabbat with music, activities and socializing with other families! For children ages 0-3. This Shabbat 'n Play will also be open to all grandparents in the Shalom Families community as well!
Women for Israel has redefined female philanthropy and is channeling the power of women and making a tangible difference for the land and people of Israel. Join the movement. This year, Jewish National Fund-USA is celebrating Women's Wednesday, your way with our annual luncheon.
Join us for Shabbat 'n Play featuring Ballet Austin on Friday, March 27! Dance your way into Shabbat with music, activities, socializing with other families, and feel free to bring unused size 3 and 4 diapers for the Shalom Austin TOVA (Teens-Only Volunteer Advisors) Diaper Drive at this months Shabbat 'n Play. For children ages […]
Congregation Agudas Achim is hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on Sunday, March 29th, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Partnering with Dell Reconnect and Goodwill, CAA’s Climate Committee invites you to declutter responsibly. A Goodwill truck will be stationed in the back parking lot of Agudas Achim to collect unwanted electronics and household items from […]
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 […]
Come learn about the hot trends in jewelry for 2026 and hear about Hadassah’s impact in Israel. We will have Kosher wine and nosh to enjoy.
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 […]
Celebrate Temple Beth Shalom’s 25th anniversary with your Temple Beth Shalom community! Temple Beth Shalom members, please join us for a joyful celebration filled with laughter, delicious food, games, music and connection for all ages.
Celebrate Mimouna in Austin! Come join us for a joyful evening full of flavor, music, and community! You’re invited to an authentic and delicious Moroccan Mimouna with the students of Mishlanu and Hillel. This festive celebration is hosted by our Israeli students and features incredible traditional treats from Gail’s Catering. ✨ Tirbḥu u-tsa‘du – May you […]
Forty years after the release of Claude Lanzmann’s monumental film Shoah, Guillaume Ribot reveals the director’s relentless pursuit to tell the untold, using only Lanzmann’s words and unseen footage from the masterpiece.
Texas Hillel's Israel Block Party is the largest pro-Israel event on a college campus in North America and celebrates Israeli culture, innovation and humanitarian impact. Explore all things IsraelLearn more about Israeli cultureEat traditional Israeli food and candyExperience an authentic Israeli marketplace
Welcome to IAC MAGEN Onboarding Training IAC MAGEN is a national civic leadership network empowering Israeli-American and Jewish community members to move from reacting to challenges to shaping their local environment with confidence and purpose. At this interactive training, participants will learn how local civic power works, how to build relationships with elected officials, school […]
We would love to invite you to join us for a meaningful and heartfelt Community Gathering over Shabbat dinner. This evening will be all about Bridges of Hope: New Horizons of Israeli Renewal, Haredi Integration, Shared Destiny, and the Global Jewish Connection , shared through thought-provoking conversations and personal stories. For over two and a […]
The Mick Koffend Earth Day Festival will take place on Sunday, April 19, from 2–4 pm at the Hill Elementary School park. This is a free, family-friendly community event that brings together neighbors, students, local organizations, and businesses to celebrate caring for our planet. Activities are geared toward families, and we typically welcome about 250 community members.
Join Allison Granet, Shalom Austin's Community Connector for Families 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, April 23 in Cedar Park. (location provided upon registration). Stop by anytime between 5-7 PM, and […]
Celebrate Israeli Independance Day & party the night away with a night of Israeli music and celebration, drinks, and Jewish joy! This event is for our Young Adult Division, ages 22-40. We'll be downtown! חוגגים את יום העצמאות של ישראל וממשיכים לחגוג אל תוך הלילה עם ערב של מוזיקה ישראלית ושמחה, משקאות מיוחדים לפי נושא, […]
Join us for Shabbat 'n Play featuring Kim's Gym! "Tumble" into Shabbat with music, activities and socializing with other families! For children ages 0-3. Open to all young families in the Jewish community.
By invitation only. Open to all donors who give $1800+ annually. Come and hear about up to the minute ongoings in Israel and how your donations are making our work possible.
Occurs the second and fourth Monday of every month. Please reach out to [email protected] for location and if you have any questions!
Join us for a guided tour of Lives and Literacy in Ancient Egypt, to reflect on the power of the written word and the value of fragments. This exhibition promises to fascinate visitors and scholars alike, offering a rare opportunity to see ancient history up close—and to support the ongoing research and preservation of these […]
Join Shalom Families to pack weekend meal kits. This event will be geared towards families who have elementary aged children.
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 […]
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 […]
Occurs the second and fourth Monday of every month. Please reach out to [email protected] for location and if you have any questions!
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 […]
Congregation Tiferet Israel is pleased and honored to host Rabbi Dov Linzer, President and Rosh HaYeshiva of Yeshivat Chovevei Torah Rabbinical School, as our Scholar in Residence on the Shabbat of May 15/16, 2026! Rabbi Linzer served as YCT’s Rosh HaYeshiva for over 20 years (including the four years that Rabbi Millner attended.) Rabbi Linzer became its President […]
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.
Congregation Tiferet Israel is pleased and honored to host Rabbi Dov Linzer, President and Rosh HaYeshiva of Yeshivat Chovevei Torah Rabbinical School, as our Scholar in Residence on the Shabbat of May 15/16, 2026! Rabbi Linzer served as YCT’s Rosh HaYeshiva for over 20 years (including the four years that Rabbi Millner attended.) Rabbi Linzer became its President […]
Congregation Tiferet Israel is pleased and honored to host Rabbi Dov Linzer, President and Rosh HaYeshiva of Yeshivat Chovevei Torah Rabbinical School, as our Scholar in Residence on the Shabbat of May 15/16, 2026! Rabbi Linzer served as YCT’s Rosh HaYeshiva for over 20 years (including the four years that Rabbi Millner attended.) Rabbi Linzer became its President […]
Join NCJW as we install our leadership team for 2026-2027.
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 […]
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.
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! 💦☀️ 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 […]
Occurs the second and fourth Monday of every month. Please reach out to [email protected] for location and if you have any questions!
Wear your PJs and join us for music and a story! We will also do a small craft and end with a beautiful Havdalah service to say goodbye to Shabbat. Led by our Youth Education team and a member of our Clergy.
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.
In Jerusalem during the Six Day War, a young civilian leaves her family to serve her country; a man who abhors war must fight within sight of his home; and a group of paratroopers are dispatched to the city for a battle they never trained for. WHY WE LIKE THIS FILM: Remarkably, this is the first […]
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JCamps and Shalom Families are thrilled to welcome back the Tzofim Israeli Scouts Friendship Caravan this summer! Join us Wedneday, June 17 at 6 PM, as the Tzofim put on a performance for the entire community. This hour of singing and dancing will be fun for the entire family! We can’t wait to see you there!
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.