Events List
Below is list of upcoming events for your site.
List of Events
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Sunday, May 17, 2026
at 4:00pm -
7:00pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Dell JCC
7300 Hart Ln
Austin TX, 78731
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Description:
HC4A and Shalom Austin welcome you to the 13th Annual Bollywood Meets Borscht Belt on Sunday, May 17, 2026, for an unforgettable celebration of music, dance, food, and community—all in support of a powerful cause.
Event Schedule:
🕞 Gates Open & Registration: 3:30 PM
🎭 Program Begins: 4:00 PM
🍽 Dinner Served: 6:00 PM
🏁 Event Concludes: 7:00 PM
Shalom Austin's goal this year is to raise funds for 2,000 school students in Greater Austin who are experiencing housing insecurity so they can start their school year with confidence. BMBB is Austin at its best: a high-energy fusion of Hindu, Jewish, and African American cultures, brought together by families, artists, and performers of all ages and backgrounds. From dazzling Bollywood beats to soulful performances and crowd-favorite traditions, this is a night that moves you—inside and out. Come for the vibrant performances. Stay for the incredible food and festive atmosphere. Leave knowing you helped underserved students start the school year with dignity.When you attend BMBB, you’re not just watching a show—you’re part of a joyful movement that strengthens community. Come dance, celebrate, and make a difference.
Table (8-10 seats)- $500General Admission- $50Children 6-16- $30Children below 6- Free
To purchase tickets, click here.
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Monday, May 18, 2026
at 2:00pm -
3:00pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Our webinars are designed to increase participants’ knowledge of Holocaust history, explore and access classroom-ready content, and support instructional practice to promote student learning and understanding of this complex history and its lasting effect on the world.
The only photos that portray the story of the transports that arrived at Auschwitz-Birkenau during the summer of 1944 are found in the "Auschwitz Album." Yael Eaglstein, a Yad Vashem educator, will introduce teachers to the use of photographs as historical documents which, together with additional sources such as letters and testimonies, help create a comprehensive view of a historical event; here, the process that led to mass murder at Auschwitz.
This webinar connects to Unit 5 on the Echoes & Reflections website.
To register, click here.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026
at 1:00pm -
2:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Online
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Description:
In this continuation of our series that explores communities built by Holocaust survivors around the world, Diana Wang will examine two central questions: How did Jewish survivors come to Argentina, and why did so many of them remain silent about their experiences for decades? This talk will also address the Jewish community that had already existed in Argentina, which will provide context for how the survivor community settled. The country also permitted the immigration of Nazi perpetrators, which created a difficult juxtaposition for the survivor community.
Diana Wang is the daughter of Holocaust survivors. She was born in Poland in 1945 but grew up in Argentina. She is a psychologist who specializes in family therapy. In addition to psychology, she has written books and articles about Holocaust survivors and their descendants. She is a member of the Museo del Holocausto de Buenos Aires (Museum of the Holocaust of Buenos Aires) and member of the Governing Board at the World Federation of Jewish Child Survivors of the Holocaust and Descendants. She also served as Chairwoman of Generaciones de la Shoá en Argentina (Generations of the Shoah in Argentina) from 2004-2018.
To register, click here.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026
at 6:30pm -
8:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Holocaust Museum Houston
5401 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77004
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Description:
Join Holocaust Museum Houston for an evening with Dr. Mark Celinscak as part of the Warren Fellowship for Future Educators.
Dr. Celinscak is the Louis and Frances Blumkin Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies and the Executive Director, Sam and Frances Fried Holocaust and Genocide Academy, Department of History at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He will be discussing he book “Kingdom of Night.”
“In April 1945, when the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp was surrendered and handed over to the British Army, Canadian forces arrived on scene to provide support, to bear witness, and to document the crimes. They were overwhelmed, understaffed, and left without adequate supplies, equipment, and medicine. Their encounters at the camp were haunting, transformative experiences that forever changed their lives.
In Kingdom of Night, Mark Celinscak reveals the engagement of Canadian troops and other personnel at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. The book brings together a series of gripping, often deeply moving accounts that demonstrate the critical relief work carried out by Canadians who have been largely overlooked for more than seventy-five years. It outlines in both stark and moving detail what a cross-section of Canadians both said and did during the liberation efforts at one of the most notorious sites in Hitler’s camp system.”
Copies of the book will be available for purchase with a credit card.
To register for tickets, click here.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 11:00am -
12:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
In this online lecture, Anne Uhrlandt will present the forgotten story of once prominent German Jewish artist and collector Eugen Spiro (April 18, 1874, Wrocław – September 26, 1972, New York City). During her two-year research project, Uhrlandt reconstructed the artist’s biography and the fate of his looted collection by bringing together evidence and sources from numerous international archives. Two case studies about specific stolen objects highlight the dramatic events following both s the Nazi government ‘s expulsion of Spiro from his profession, robbing him of his sources of income, and the theft of his art collection, which included both his own works of art and works of art by other artists. The case studies demonstrate the potential of provenance research to uncover and reconstruct the rich Jewish contribution to European cultural history before World War II.
Anne Uhrlandt is a doctoral candidate with more than 20 years of experience working as a provenance researcher specialized in Nazi-looted cultural property. Prior to her job at JDCRP as Senior Research and Documentation Officer, she was project coordinator at the Zentralinstitut für Kunstgeschichte in Munich, working as well for the Art Loss Register. She worked previously for the Jewish Museum of Munich.
To register, click here.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 1:00pm -
2:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Introduction:
Join Adam Brown and Michael Waas, administrators of the Avotaynu DNA Project, for a comprehensive 2026 annual update on the world’s largest academic collaboration solely devoted to the genetic history of the Jewish people. With a database now exceeding 12,000 participants, the project has moved beyond simple haplogroup identification to high-resolution “migration narratives.” In this talk, Brown and Waas will detail the project’s most significant recent findings and explain how they illuminate the resilience and connectivity of the global Diaspora.
Adam Brown is a founder and director of the decade-old Avotaynu DNA Project—a multidisciplinary academic study with over 12,000 participants that utilizes high-resolution genetic testing to trace 3,000 years of Jewish origins and migrations. As an avid genealogist for more than three decades, Brown frequently speaks at international forums on the intersection of human genetics, Jewish history, and the application of technology to genealogical research. He held a prominent leadership role in the field as the National Co-Chair of the 2017 International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS) international summer conference in Orlando. Brown holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School.
Michael Waas is a professional genealogist and historian, specializing in Sephardic Jewry. He received his Master’s Degree from the Department of Jewish History at the University of Haifa. The subject of his MA thesis was “Istorya i oy: A comparative study on the Development of Jewish Heritage of the former Ottoman Empire.” He received the Gaon Prize for Outstanding M.A. Thesis research from the Moshe David Gaon Center for Judeo-Spanish (Ladino) Culture, as well as the Prize for Research into the Heritage of Sephardi and Mizrahi Jewry, awarded by the Ben Zvi Institute and the Israeli Ministry of Education. He has lectured globally on Jewish genealogy and Sephardic history, in Portugal, Israel, the UK, in the US, and virtually for several organizations. Waas is the co-administrator of Avotaynu DNA’s ongoing Genetic Census of the Jewish People as well as Associate Director of the Sephardic Researcher Division of JewishGen.
To register, click here.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 5:00pm -
6:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Get ready to spread some serious cultural appreciation! Join ICS for a high-energy JAHM Session, celebrating the 20th anniversary of Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM). We know you’re juggling a million things, so we’re providing everything you need to make JAHM a sweet addition to your May curriculum.
What’s on the Menu?
Wait, Why Heritage Months?: A quick dive into why heritage months are essential for a sense of belonging and historical accuracy.Spreading Understanding: The main dish—our “Condensed JAHM Content.” We use the complexity of the Jewish American experience (as both an ethnicity and a religion) to provide you with a master toolkit for discussing any complex identity group. Learn how to facilitate nuanced conversations using primary sources and demographic data that highlight both visible and invisible attributes.The ICS “JAHM-Sized” Mini Lessons: Get exclusive access to ICS’s 7 bite-sized lessons. They’re perfectly portioned to sprinkle into your schedule all May long, making classroom celebration easy.
The Grand Finale: A Sweet CelebrationWe believe every great celebration is made better with gifts! To honor 20 years of JAHM, we want to present you with a little something sweet to thank you for your time spent learning with us and sharing your feedback. Complete the session evaluation and receive a $50 Amazon gift card! (NOTE: Gift cards are intended for current educators/educational leaders. Only one gift card will be issued per person, and you must use your school or educational organization email to register.)
Register Here
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 6:00pm -
7:30pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Dell Jewish Community Center
7300 Hart Lane
Austin, TX 78731 United States
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Description:
Join Shalom Austin 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 kehillah (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 Shalom Austin Jewish Family Service Food Pantry, to provide clients with access to nutritious food and care. This is a powerful way to honor our heritage through action, by showing up for one another and strengthening our community.
Whether you come with friends, family, or on your own, your participation makes a difference. Let’s stand together, give back, and embody the values that unite us.
Sign up to volunteer and be part of this impactful experience!
To volunteer, register here.
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Monday, May 25, 2026
(all day)
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
N/A
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Description:
The Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission office will be closed.
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Tuesday, May 26, 2026
at 3:00pm -
4:00pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Our webinars are designed to increase participants’ knowledge of Holocaust history, explore and access classroom-ready content, and support instructional practice to promote student learning and understanding of this complex history and its lasting effect on the world.
In this webinar, Media Historian and Curator Michelle Kelley of the American Archive of Public Broadcasting (AAPB) will provide an overview of the AAPB’s resources related to Jewish American history and culture. These include unedited interviews from documentary productions, as well as public radio and television broadcasts on Jewish American life, many of which are included in the AAPB’s Jewish American Heritage Collection. Michelle will provide information on how to search the site, how to request research access to materials not available online, how to use the AAPB in teaching and research, and more.
The AAPB preserves and makes accessible significant historical content created by public media over the past 70+ years. A collaboration between the Library of Congress and GBH in Boston, the AAPB currently includes over 287,000 items in its digital archive, most of which can be accessed through its website, americanarchive.org.
To register, click here.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
at 7:00pm -
8:15pm
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Calendar:
Films
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Location:
Barshop Jewish Community Center of San Antonio
12500 N.W. Military Highway San Antonio, TX 78231
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Description:
Grit & Grace: How Jewish Women Built a Better Texas is a documentary film serving up a sweet & savory Texas-style blend of trailblazing tales. From El Paso to Houston and all points in between, ride along as we explore the lives of five pioneering women who chart their own course, helping others along the way by expanding access to education, healthcare, arts and culture, and the inherently American right to vote
Tickets- $15
Online ticket sales end on May 28, 2026 @ 7:00pmIn-house ticket sales end on May 28, 2026 @ 7:00pm
USAReleased: 2025English 52 MinutesDiscussion following the film with the filmmaker Barbara Rosenthal
To purchase tickets, click here.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
at 8:00pm -
9:30pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Congregation B'nai Zion
805 Cherry Hill Lane, El Paso, TX 79912, USA
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Description:
A recital of music by Jewish composers as performed by Stephen Nordstrom on violin and viola and Nayeli Dousa on piano. The list of composers includes:Joseph AchronPaul Ben-HaimErwin SchulhoffIssay DobrowenErnest BlochAlexander Tansman
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Sunday, May 31, 2026
at 1:00pm -
4:00pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Nelson Wolff Municipal Stadium
5757 US-90, San Antonio, TX 78227, US
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Description:
Join the San Antonio Missions Baseball Club for our first ever Jewish Community Day! Celebrate the conclusion of Jewish American Heritage Month with an unforgettable day dedicated to community and culture! Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 31st at 1 PM and head over to Wolff Stadium for a day filled with excitement, unity, and fun.
In addition to a ticket to the game, which can be purchased using this link, an exclusive T-shirt featuring "Missions" in Hebrew lettering is available for purchase until May 1st for $18.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gather, celebrate, and showcase the rich heritage of the Jewish community in San Antonio. So, come one, come all, and let's make this a memorable day for everyone! Spread the word and let's fill the stadium with joy and camaraderie
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Sunday, May 31, 2026
at 1:00pm -
3:00pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Nelson Wolff Municipal Stadium
5757 US-90, San Antonio, TX 78227, US
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Description:
Join JCC San Antonio at the ballpark to watch the San Antonio Missions take on the Corpus Christi Hooks in their first ever Jewish Community Day!
Celebrate the conclusion of Jewish American Heritage Month with an unforgettable day dedicated to community and culture! Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 31st at 1 PM and head over to Wolff Stadium for a day filled with excitement, unity, and fun.
Highlights:
Exclusive T-shirts featuring "Missions" in Hebrew lettering are available for purchase until May 1st.A chance to connect with the community in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gather, celebrate, and showcase the rich heritage of the Jewish community. So, come one, come all, and let's make this a memorable day for everyone! Spread the word and let's fill the stadium with joy and camaraderie!
Tickets are $20.68 per person.
To purchase tickets, click here.
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