Columbus Day
Community Calendar
*Please note: JFGI reserves the right to deny or change any suggested calendar item.
Oct 14, 2019
Oct
1 2019
Etz Chaim RH 2nd Day Services
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Please join us at the Kahal for 2nd Day Rosh Hashana services.
Morning Services 9:00 AM - childcare available
Evening…
Oct
1 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
2 2019
Torah Study with Rabbi Sendrow
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 West 116 Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Come spend time with Rabbi Sendrow and learn more about Torah. He makes Torah Study enjoyable through group discussions.
Oct
3 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
4 2019
Beth Shalom Shabbat Shuvah
6:30PM - 7:45PM
Congregation Beth Shalom
849 W. 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Shabbat Shuvah services will be led by Rabbi Justin Kerber, non-members are welcome.
Oct
5 2019
Moishe Pod Indy - Movie Night Under the Stars
7:45PM - 10:30PM
Moishe Pod Indy
Broad Ripple Area
Address Provided with RSVP
Indianapolis, IN
Timing still TBD so stay tuned - check the Facebook event for the most up-to-date info
For Jewish 20-somethings …
Oct
6 2019
Taste of Hebrew Crash Course
9:30AM - 2:00PM
Learn how to decode Hebrew in one day! This class is for people who are new to Hebrew and are interested in learnin…
Oct
8 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
8 2019
Etz Chaim Kol Nidre Service
7:00PM - 11:59PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
We invite the entire community to join us for a beautiful, Sephardic Kol Nidre service.
Services are open to all, an…
Oct
8 2019
Beth Shalom Erev Yom Kippur Services
7:30PM - 9:30PM
University High School
2825 W. 116th St.
carmel, IN 46032
Erev Yom Kippur services will be begin at 7:30, led by Rabbi Justin Kerber and Cantorial Soloist Andrew Morstein
Oct
9 2019
IFTY Leads a Yom Kippur Family Service
8:30AM - 9:30AM
Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation
6501 N Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN
All community teens are welcome to join in as IFTY leads a family Yom Kippur service. For more information, contact …
Oct
9 2019
Beth Shalom Yom Kippur Morning Services
9:00AM - 12:30PM
University High School
2825 W. 116th St.
Carmel, IN 46032
Yom Kippur Morning services will begin with a Youth Service from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. followed by the Morning Service at…
Oct
9 2019
Etz Chaim Yom Kippur
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Please join us for Yom Kippur services at the only Sephardic congregation in Indy!
Morning Services 9:00 AM - childc…
Oct
9 2019
Torah Study with Rabbi Sendrow
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 West 116 Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Come spend time with Rabbi Sendrow and learn more about Torah. He makes Torah Study enjoyable through group discussions.
Oct
9 2019
Yom Kippur Afternoon Conversation with James H. Madison
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
c/o Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
James H. Madison will speak on "State of the State: Reflections on Indiana History – Past, Present, and Future." Pr…
Oct
9 2019
Oct
10 2019
Teen Sukkah Building
11:00AM - 2:00PM
JFGI Center for Jewish Engagement & Learning (CJEL)
6705 Hoover Road
(enter through Door 1)
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Not going away for Fall Break? Want a break from being a home for a few hours?
Come and do some good! Teens from a…
Oct
10 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
10 2019
Promised Podcast (part of Jewish Podcast Talks in Indy)
7:00PM - 8:30PM
JFGI Center for Jewish Engagement & Learning
6705 Hoover Rd.
Door #1
Indianapolis, IN 46260
The Promised Podcast, produced by TLV1, is "An inside view of how Israel can warm your heart and make your blood boil…
Oct
11 2019
Design Luncheon and Silent Auction with interior designer Timothy Corrigan
12:00PM - 2:30PM
JCC Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Taste of the Ann Katz Festival of Books & Arts
Design Luncheon and Silent Auction with interior designer Timothy Corr…
Oct
13 2019
Fall Family Fun at Spencer Farms
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Spencer Farms
7177 E 161st St
Noblesville, IN 46062
Join PJ Library and NEXTGen at Spencer Farms for a non-fire, hayride, apple cider, and pumpkin painting! This is a …
Oct
13 2019
Sukkah experience for 10th – 12th Graders
1:00PM - 3:00PM
Come have a Sukkah experience for 10th – 12th graders with new Rabbi Jenni Greenspan. Games, food, and discussion i…
Oct
13 2019
CST Sukkot Dinner
5:00PM - 6:30PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 W 116th Street
Carmel, IN
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla Sukkot Dinner - open to the entire community to join. Dinner starts at 5pm. Erev Sukkot …
Oct
13 2019
Family Sukkot Festival at Beth-El Zedeck
5:00PM - 7:30PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
c/o Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join us for a brief, family-friendly service at our beautiful Sukkah. Stay for a hayride, campfire, hot dogs (regular…
Oct
13 2019
Erev Sukkot
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Congregation Beth Shalom
849 W. 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
A delightful Sukkot experience at Beth Shalom. Please see our website for more information, www.bethshalomindy.org
Oct
13 2019
Erev Sukkot-S'mores and More in the Sukkah
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Congregation Beth Shalom
849 W. 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
A delightful Sukkot experience at Beth Shalom. Please see our website for more information, www.bethshalomindy.org
Oct
15 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
15 2019
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla Men's Club in the Sukkah
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 W 116th Street
Carmel, IN
CST Men's Club
Cigars, Libation, and Conversation
In the Sukkah
Oct
16 2019
Hooverwood Guild Raffle Luncheon
11:00AM - 2:00PM
Broadmoor Country Club
2155 Kessler Blvd. West Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Hooverwood Guild Annual Raffle Luncheon
Oct
16 2019
Torah Study with Rabbi Sendrow
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 West 116 Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Come spend time with Rabbi Sendrow and learn more about Torah. He makes Torah Study enjoyable through group discussions.
Oct
16 2019
Soup in the Sukkah- Family Sukkot Experience
4:30PM - 7:00PM
Schusterman Home
1112 Oakwood Trail
Indianapolis , IN 46269
Join us for some delicious comfort food
Bounce house
Crafts
Lulav Shake (It’s not a drink.)
Oct
16 2019
Sistas in the Sukkah
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Congregation Beth Shalom
849 W. 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN
Non-members welcome! Join the Sisterhood "Sistas" for an evening in the Sukkah. We will have a short
service in the S…
Oct
17 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
17 2019
Israel Bonds Dinner
5:30PM - 9:30PM
laikin auditorium, jcc
Honoring Chuck Cohen... for information call Mike Blain 317-876-7074
Oct
17 2019
JCC Board of Directors Meeting
6:00PM - 7:30PM
JCC Indianapolis - G-10 Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
JCC Board of Directors Meeting
Oct
17 2019
Sukkot Family Celebration
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Chabad Center for Jewish Life
2640 west 96 st
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Exciting Family Celebration and Dinner
Oct
17 2019
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla Sisterhood in the Sukkah
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 W 116th Street
Carmel, IN
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla's Sisterhood in the Sukkah
Annual Wine and Cheese Gathering
Thursday, October 17, 2019…
Oct
17 2019
Promised Podcast (part of Jewish Podcast Talks in Indy)
7:00PM - 8:30PM
JFGI Center for Jewish Engagement & Learning
6705 Hoover Rd.
Door #1
Indianapolis, IN 46260
The Promised Podcast, produced by TLV1, is "An inside view of how Israel can warm your heart and make your blood boil…
Oct
18 2019
Play Pals: Snack in the Sukkah
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Hasten Hebrew Academy of Indianapolis
6602 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join HHAI and the PJ Library as we enjoy Sukkot stories, snacks and activities in the HHAI Sukkah and Outdoor Classroom.
Oct
18 2019
Design Brunch with Bunny Williams
10:00AM - 2:00PM
Jewish Community Center
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join us for an exclusive brunch with designer Bunny Williams. Event will include a silent auction, a talk with Bunny,…
Oct
18 2019
Lunch and Learn in the Sukka
12:00PM - 1:30PM
the federation sukka
6705 hoover road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Come during your lunch to learn about the holiday of Sukkot! We will be discussing the customs of Sukkot while eating…
Oct
18 2019
Moishe Pod Indy - Sukkot Shabbat Dinner
6:45PM - 9:30PM
Moishe Pod Indy
Broad Ripple Area
Address Provided with RSVP
Indianapolis, IN
For Jewish 20-somethings in the Indianapolis area:
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather in our backyard sukkah for Shabb…
Oct
19 2019
Tot Shabbat at Congregation Beth Shalom
9:00AM - 10:30AM
Congregation Beth Shalom
849 W. 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN
Tot Shabbat with Rabbi Justin will explore Sukkot. If weather permits we will meet in the Sukkah.
Oct
19 2019
Parents' Night Out
6:00PM - 10:00PM
JCC Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
The Parent’s Night Out (PNO) program aids in creating stronger family systems by offering parents of children with …
Oct
20 2019
Community Garden Volunteering
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Join MoPo Indy, NEXTGen and Jewish Family Services to help do some work in the Helpings of Hope Community Garden. Thi…
Oct
22 2019
Nov
14 2019
21st Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
12:00AM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Most events start at 7:00 pm. Most are at the JCC
Oct
22 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
23 2019
Torah Study with Rabbi Sendrow
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 West 116 Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Come spend time with Rabbi Sendrow and learn more about Torah. He makes Torah Study enjoyable through group discussions.
Oct
23 2019
LEFT v. RIGHT: THE BATTLE FOR THE SOUL OF AMERICAN JEWRY
7:00PM - 9:00PM
JCC Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
How and why has the discussion around antisemitism in the U.S. become both polarized and politicized? Can a diverse J…
Oct
24 2019
Tiny Houses Road Show 2, "Home is where the heart is..."
3:55AM - 10:00PM
Jewish Community Center (JCC)
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN
The JCC prides itself on providing quality, unique programming that stimulates thought and conversation about social…
Oct
24 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
24 2019
Melissa Rappaport Schifman
6:00PM - 9:00PM
JCC Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Author Melissa Rappaport Schifman will discuss her newest book, Building a Sustainable Home: Practical Green Design c…
Oct
24 2019
Promised Podcast (part of Jewish Podcast Talks in Indy)
7:00PM - 8:30PM
JFGI Center for Jewish Engagement & Learning
6705 Hoover Rd.
Door #1
Indianapolis, IN 46260
The Promised Podcast, produced by TLV1, is "An inside view of how Israel can warm your heart and make your blood boil…
Oct
24 2019
Chevra Kadisha
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Mortuary
11411 N. Michigan Road
zionsville, IN 46077
Please join us to learn more about the honored tradition of Tahara and serving as a Shomar. The rituals associated…
Oct
25 2019
Simchat Torah
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Beth Shalom
849 W. 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN
Come celebrate this fall holiday with us, non members are always welcome!
Oct
27 2019
Nov
4 2019
Partnership2Gether Discovery Program for Lifelong Learners
Western Galilee, Israel and Budapest, Hungary
Empty nesters, retirees, and lifelong learners: Experience the Partnership2Gether communities of the Western Galilee …
Oct
27 2019
Oct
27 2019
Teen Program: The Meaning of Allyship
2:00PM - 5:00PM
JFGI Center for Jewish Engagement & Learning (CJEL)
6705 Hoover Road
(enter through Door 1)
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Attention Jewish high schoolers, you are invited to attend THE MEANING OF ALLYSHIP A teen training with Keshet - the …
Oct
27 2019
Tidy Up Home & Life with Kristyn Ivey
2:00PM - 5:00PM
JCC Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Tidy Up Home & Life with Kristyn Ivey, founder of For the Love of Tidy joins us as a part of the Tiny House Roadshow.…
Oct
27 2019
Sunday Dinner (with a Side of Social Action)
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Moishe Pod Indy
Broad Ripple Area
Address Provided with RSVP
Indianapolis, IN
What does the Jewish tradition say about taking in a role in making change in society? How have Jews played a role in…
Oct
28 2019
Fostering Identity-Safe Spaces for Jewish Teens & Their Peers
8:30AM - 10:00AM
JFGI Center for Jewish Engagement & Learning (CJEL)
6705 Hoover Road
(enter through Door 1)
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Fostering Identity-Safe Spaces for Jewish Teens & Their Peers:
Affirming the Identities of LGBTQ+ Jewish Youth in …
Oct
28 2019
Edward Berenson: Blood Libel in America
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Kelsey Eberle
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Professor of History at NYU, Edward Berenson, will discuss the only case of Blood Libel in the United States as well …
Oct
29 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…
Oct
29 2019
JCC Finance Committee Meeting
4:30PM - 6:00PM
A-25 Mordoh Art Gallery
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
JCC Finance Committee Meeting
Oct
29 2019
DENIAL -- movie screening and conversation
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
c/o Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
DENIAL tells the true story of the libel lawsuit brought against Deborah Lipstadt in 1996 by David Irving for having …
Oct
30 2019
Torah Study with Rabbi Sendrow
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 West 116 Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Come spend time with Rabbi Sendrow and learn more about Torah. He makes Torah Study enjoyable through group discussions.
Oct
30 2019
Forrest Formsma Gallery Reception
5:30PM - 7:00PM
JCC Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Gallery Reception for Forrest Formsma. A nationally renowned artist, Forrest's style ranges from varying degrees of r…
Oct
30 2019
Coburn Place Halloween Party
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Come help the CBS Sisterhood bring its annual Halloween Party to the children residents of Coburn Place. Coburn Place…
Oct
30 2019
Joseph Pulitzer: Voice of the People
7:00PM - 9:00PM
JCC Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Welcome filmmaker Oren Rudavsky along with members of the Indiana Chapter of the Society for Professional Journalists…
Oct
31 2019
Nov
3 2019
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla Art Festival
12:00AM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 W. 116th Street
34343
Carmel, IN 46032
More information will come. Each day of the event will have a special program in addition to the Art Festival
Oct
31 2019
Senior Lunch Program
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for great food, conversations and programming!
We…