Columbus Day
Community Calendar
*Please note: JFGI reserves the right to deny or change any suggested calendar item.
Oct 9, 2017
Oct
1 2017
CBS Sukkah Building and Decoration
10:00AM - 11:30AM
Sukkah Creation with the CBS Brotherhood and Religious School. Adults will build the Sukkah then our Religious School…
Oct
1 2017
Sukkah Building & Decorating
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
You have the skills needed! We will be adding sechach, tables, chairs, and decor elements to make it comfortable and…
Oct
1 2017
Stuckey Farm with PJ Library and NEXTGen
3:00PM - 5:00PM
Stuckey Farm
4497 W. 206th St.
Sheridan, IN 46069
Join PJ Library and NEXTGen for a fun-filled pre-Sukkot family day at Stuckey Farm! Enjoy a Sukkot-themed art project…
Oct
2 2017
Cocktail Judaism
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Athens on 86th Street
2284 W. 86th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Subject this month is "The Urgency of Drawing the Lines Fairly: Political Redistricting and Gerrymandering" with spec…
Oct
3 2017
Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the JCC for great food and conversation …
Oct
3 2017
Family Fall Festival
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Sablosky Camp Pavillion at the JCC
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Celebrate the season with hayrides, food and good friends. Free fun for all ages and open to the community.
Oct
4 2017
BJE - Sukkot Dinner Celebration
5:00PM - 7:00PM
BJE will have a Sukkot Celebration on Wednesday October 4th from 5pm to 7pm.
Oct
4 2017
Family Sukkot Festival
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
For families of all ages, young and old! Gather at Beth-El Zedeck's beautiful Sukkah for a brief family-friendly Sukk…
Oct
5 2017
Class on Jewish Thought & Philosophy
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN
This class is built as a forum wherein new text, from different eras, are reviewed and discussed collectively. It is …
Oct
8 2017
Living Judaism : Being, Doing, Feeling Jewish series
10:15AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join Rabbi Dennis Sasso in an open conversation of discovery about the meanings of Jewish Identity, Beliefs, and Prac…
Oct
9 2017
Oct
9 2017
Heart to Heart Israel Mission information session
7:30PM - 9:30PM
Location available upon registration
46032
Learn more about the Jewish Federation of North America's Heart to Heart Women's Mission to Israel- with an optional …
Oct
10 2017
Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the JCC for great food and conversation …
Oct
10 2017
Hope & Healing ..... Grief Support
6:00PM - 7:00PM
JCC
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Grief Support Group
Oct
10 2017
Board of Directors Meeting
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
A meeting of the synagogue's board of directors.
Oct
11 2017
Simhat Torah - Consecration
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Family service for all ages and Consecration of our First Graders. Dance with the Torah at this joyous service, follo…
Oct
12 2017
Oct
22 2017
Heartland Film Festival
12:00AM
Heartland Film Festival
Check out the fantastic movies and documentaries, including Jewish theme films - • Not the Last Butterfly…
Oct
12 2017
CBS evening at Gleaner's Food Bank
4:30PM - 7:00PM
Gleaners Food Bank
3737 Waldemere Ave
Indianapolis, IN
Meet up with CBS members and spend an evening volunteering at Gleaners Food Bank. Tasks may include greeting shoppers…
Oct
12 2017
Etz Chaim's Simchat Torah Celebration
6:30PM - 11:59PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
We invite the entire community to celebrate Simchat Torah , complete with Hakafot, dancing with the torah, and fun fo…
Oct
12 2017
Class on Jewish Thought & Philosophy
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN
This class is built as a forum wherein new text, from different eras, are reviewed and discussed collectively. It is …
Oct
15 2017
Oct
16 2017
BJE - Fall Break - No School
9:00AM - 7:00PM
BJE will be closed for Fall Break on Sunday October 15th and Monday October 16th.
Oct
17 2017
Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the JCC for great food and conversation …
Oct
17 2017
Oct
17 2017
Oct
18 2017
Hooverwood Fall Luncheon
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Hooverwood--Indianapolis Jewish Home, Inc.
7001 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN
Save the date for Hooverwood's fall luncheon!
Oct
18 2017
Healing Service
5:45PM - 6:30PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
A Healing Service for those experiencing illness, for caregivers, for those walking the mourner's path. A contemplati…
Oct
18 2017
Oct
19 2017
Oct
20 2017
CBS Garage Sale
8:00AM - 2:00PM
3545 Inverness Blvd.
Carmel , IN 46032
Donate your gently used items, browse, shop for treasures, or just visit friends at the CBS Garage Sale. Proceeds wil…
Oct
19 2017
Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the JCC for great food and conversation …
Oct
19 2017
CBS Knit Stitchers
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Needlework mavens will meet to create scarves for school age children and blankets for those in need. You do not have…
Oct
19 2017
Class on Jewish Thought & Philosophy
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN
This class is built as a forum wherein new text, from different eras, are reviewed and discussed collectively. It is …
Oct
20 2017
Nefesh Sisterhood Shabbat celebrating 100 years
6:15PM - 8:15PM
Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation
6501 n meridian street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join us for Sisterhood Nefesh Shabbat to celebrate IHC Sisterhood's 100th Birthday, followed by a festive Oneg Shabbat.
Oct
20 2017
Oct
22 2017
Dance Is One Language
7:00PM - 4:00PM
Marian University Theatre
3200 Cold Spring Road
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Experience dance from all over the world!
Oct
21 2017
Parents Night Out
6:00PM - 10:00PM
JCC
6701 Hoover Road
Parents Night Out is a respite opportunity for parents, with fun and inclusive programs geared towards children with …
Oct
21 2017
Oct
23 2017
Dance Is One Language
7:00PM - 4:00PM
Marian University Theatre
3200 Cold Spring Road
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Experience dance from all over the world!
Oct
21 2017
Speakeasy Soiree celebrating IHC Sisterhood's 100 Year
7:30PM - 11:30PM
Bent Rail Brewery
5301 Winthrop Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46220
In celebration of IHC Sisterhood's 100th Birthday, the community is invited to our Speakeasy Soiree at the Juice Join…
Oct
22 2017
Hasten Hebrew Academy's 6th Annual Journey to Israel 5K Run-Walk
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Jewish Community Center
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
A 5K Run/Walk at the JCC---a fundraiser for the 8th grade trip to Israel
Oct
22 2017
Owning your Jewish Identity - a conversation for 8th grade families
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Indianapolis, IN 46260
8th grade families are invited to a 2 part workshop on anti-semitism, zionism, and Jewish identity - facilitated by…
Oct
22 2017
Living Judaism : Being, Doing, Feeling Jewish series
10:15AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join Rabbi Dennis Sasso in an open conversation of discovery about the meanings of Jewish Identity, Beliefs, and Prac…
Oct
22 2017
Indiana Jewish Historical Society
12:00PM - 3:00PM
IJHS Office
6301 Constitution Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
IJHS Annual Meeting and Celebration of the Hoosier Jewish Legend Award winners for 2017.
These Hoosiers have created …
Oct
22 2017
Silver Ball
5:00PM - 8:00PM
Lainkin Auditorium at the Jewish Community Center
6701 Hoover Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Proceeds benefit scholarships at the JCC. In partnership with Jewish Family Services at the Albert & Sara Reuben…
Oct
23 2017
Stephen Tobolowsky, author of My Adventures with God
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Arthur M. Glick JCC
6701 Hoover Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46260
same as above
Oct
23 2017
Dec
1 2017
Oct
24 2017
Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the JCC for great food and conversation …
Oct
25 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
25 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
26 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
26 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
26 2017
Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the JCC for great food and conversation …
Oct
26 2017
Mickey's Corner with Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett
7:00PM - 9:00PM
The Indianapolis Business Journal's Mickey Maurer reprises the Emmy Award-winning Mickey's Corner with special guest,…
Oct
26 2017
Class on Jewish Thought & Philosophy
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation
6939 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN
This class is built as a forum wherein new text, from different eras, are reviewed and discussed collectively. It is …
Oct
27 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
27 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
28 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
28 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
28 2017
FILM "Presenting Princess Shaw"
8:00PM - 10:00PM
The true story of Samantha Montgomery who cares for the elderly in one of New Orleans' toughest neighborhoods by day …
Oct
28 2017
Super Hero Palooza
8:00PM - 10:00PM
A family celebration for adults and kids of all ages. Create your own super-powers, come in costume, enjoy our superh…
Oct
29 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
29 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
29 2017
Owning your Jewish Identity - a conversation for 8th grade families
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Indianapolis, IN 46260
8th grade families are invited to a 2 part workshop on anti-semitism, zionism, and Jewish identity - facilitated by…
Oct
29 2017
Living Judaism : Being, Doing, Feeling Jewish series
10:15AM - 12:00PM
Congregation Beth-El Zedeck
600 W. 70th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join Rabbi Dennis Sasso in an open conversation of discovery about the meanings of Jewish Identity, Beliefs, and Prac…
Oct
29 2017
CBS Day at the Farm
11:00AM - 3:00PM
Bring the kids and enjoy experiencing farm animals up close and personal. Activities will include a tour of the Farm,…
Oct
29 2017
Oct
30 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
30 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
30 2017
Jewish Community Study Results Reveal
6:00PM - 9:00PM
46260
Join JFGI as the results of the 2017 Jewish Community Study are unveiled.
Oct
31 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
31 2017
Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts
9:00AM - 11:59PM
Authors, film, artist music and dance. Most programs in Laikin Auditorium. Most programs are $10, although there are …
Oct
31 2017
Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch
12:00PM - 1:00PM
JCC - Laikin Auditorium
6701 Hoover Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Join the Libby and David Fogle Lunch Bunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the JCC for great food and conversation …
Oct
31 2017
Great Debates in Jewish History
7:00PM - 8:30PM
abraham grossbaum
1037 golf lane
indianapolis, IN 46260
This remarkable 6 week course will explore six iconic debates in Jewish history. Starting with the questions regardin…