Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis

On October 7th music lovers in Israel experienced the unthinkable. Join us on August 29 in Laikin Auditorium for a screening of Supernova: The Music Festival Massacre followed by a discussion panel

Warning: May not be suitable for younger audiences. Contains details of the Nova Music Festival Massacre. Viewer discretion advised.

Register at bit.ly/danceagain24 link in bio

Join Indianapolis Jewish Community Relations Council and The Women’s Engagement Committee for an evening of advocacy and action. Hear from women in government and social justice about the importance of speaking up and being active in civic engagement.

Register at: bit.ly/wpjcrc and linkinbio

Keep the summer fun going with JFGI NEXTGen and PJ Library in Greater Indianapolis at the Summer Camp Rewind! Enjoy an outdoor BBQ and have fun with camp activities like relay races, lawn games, kickball and more! We hope to see you there!

Register at: bit.ly/pjnextgen

P2G Western Galilee Invites you to a special solidarity zoom event! Our sister city in Israel is hosting an online event, Business and Tourism In Times of War. Hear from panelist experts in tourism and local business, and owners of companies directly impacted by the current war.

Register:
https://www.westerngalilee.org.il/event-details/update-on-the-western-galilee-business-and-tourism-under-the-war

It's Tuesday which means it's time for a ! Today we're trying Tori Avey recipe for rugelach. This recipe uses walnuts, berry preserves, chocolate, and cinnamon for an incredible filling. You can also try creating your own fillings like apple pie, apricot, or Nutella!



Recipe:

Jewish Rugelach Recipe | Tori Avey Learn to make rugelach with flaky dough and chocolate fruit filling, a beloved Jewish dessert. Step by step photos. Kosher, Yiddish, Dairy.

Save the date! A can't miss event is coming soon! Women's philanthropy is honored to have Lizzy Savetsky speak with us about antisemitism and influence, moderated by Rachel M. Simon at Lucas Oil Estate on Tuesday, October 29th.



Visit bit.ly/jfginfluence for sponsorships opportunities and to learn more

Our JFS Active Older Adults Group recently had a visit to our on campus library. We all know having fun isn't hard when you've got a library card!
Did you know the library is part of the Indy Public Library system? Come visit and find your next read, our librarians are here for you!

Bruce Sklare went on a two-week volunteer mission to Israel with SAR-EL, a national non-profit for volunteers for Israel he originally signed up for the mission because he wanted to get involved and do something good for Israel after Oct. 7. He didn’t know where or what he would be doing until he arrived at Ben-Gurion airport! Read about his incredible time doing important work helping our community and commitment to Israel.

Shabbat Shalom! Shabbat gives us a time to reflect on the week, rest, and be with family. Traditionally Shabbat also gives us time to unplug and take a screen break. Tonight, and tomorrow, we challenge you to have an and spend the day observing sabbath and connecting with your friends and family.

The State Fair starts tomorrow! Come see us for fun and prizes. We hope to see you there!

The are in full swing! Our friends at JTA put together a list of Jewish and Israeli athletes to watch and root for this year! From Rugby to Rhythmic Gymnastics there is a lot of representation this year, which event is your favorite?

See the full list here: https://ow.ly/yc2h50SOxty

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Attention students and parents!

Applications are now open for YoPhI Teen Board.

YoPhi is comprised of Jewish 11th and 12th graders from the greater Indianapolis area. During their experience, Teen Board members engage in an in-depth examination of their Jewish values and understandings while gaining practical experience in philanthropy. The Teen Board members work as a philanthropic board focused on choosing a mission and making grants through a values-grounded, authentic, consensus-building process. The program will begin on Sept. 22, and wrap up in May 2025.

Apply by Aug. 23 at bit.ly/yophi24.

That’s right! You have a Jewish woman to thank for the long-lasting pout. Hazel Bishop invented the first long-lasting lipstick and on we are extra grateful for her!

Read about Bishop and more Jewish makeup pioneers in this article from Hey Alma
https://www.heyalma.com/the-jewish-history-of-makeup/

Jewish Federations of North America are horrified at Hezbollah’s senseless murder of children in a terrorist attack in Majdal Shams. There is never an excuse for killing children in a soccer field.

We mourn with Israel and the Druze community for those who have lost their lives and pray for the recovery of the wounded.

This months Sunday Spotlight is Marina Grabovsky! Marina recently spoke about her time with Jewish Federations of North America Leadership Cabinet at the study mission to Argentina and Uruguay. Cabinet is a leadership and philanthropic development program open to those between 30-45 who are looking to increase their philanthropy and engagement and are eager to become leaders in their local or national Jewish community.

Read more about their experience here: https://ow.ly/AiH950SBGQO

Shabbat Shalom! Did you know it’s also ? Try something new at your Shabbat table like this recipe for Sesame Tofu over noodles. We’re already hungry!

Recipe from Kosherdotcom link in bio
https://www.kosher.com/recipe/sesame-tofu-9520

Play ball! Jewish Community Night has been rescheduled to September 12th. We hope to see you there!

theicecreamman.movie – A short film about the Holocaust Shortly after the N**i invasion of the Netherlands, a popular Jewish ice cream parlor owner, Ernst Cahn, finds himself targeted by the infamous “Butcher of Lyon,” Klaus Barbie. As his world crumbles, “The Ice Cream Man” must choose between resistance and death…a choice that will reverberat...

🗓️Save the date! Families with kids are invited to join PJ Library and Seeds of Caring on August 18 to volunteer for Popsie’s Pantry.

Space is limited. Registration opens August 1 at this site: https://www.seedsofcaring.org/indianapolis

Help local children go back to school! Donate new school supplies by Friday, July 26.
Need some support with school supplies? JFS is here to help! Jewish Family Services Indianapolis

Contact Julie Sondhelm at 317-536-1476 or [email protected].

Members of our community are making a difference at Leket in Israel. Asaf Goldstein and JFGI President Helen Kurlander Goldstein made time to volunteer while visiting their, Ethan. They packaged fruits and vegetables to send to displaced families in the Western Gailee. We couldn't be more proud!


Photo 1:
Dina Newman-
Helen Goldstein
Shira Woolf
Eitan Goldstein
Noemi Guiot

Photo 2:
Helen Goldstein
Eitan Goldstein
Asaf Goldstein
Rina Prince Yellin

Attention students and parents!

Applications are now open for YoPhI Teen Board.

YoPhi is comprised of Jewish 11th and 12th graders from the greater Indianapolis area. During their experience, Teen Board members engage in an in-depth examination of their Jewish values and understandings while gaining practical experience in philanthropy. The Teen Board members work as a philanthropic board focused on choosing a mission and making grants through a values-grounded, authentic, consensus-building process. The program will begin on Sept. 22, and wrap up in May 2025.

Apply by Aug. 1 at bit.ly/yophi24.

Connect. Lead. Inspire. Women's Philanthropy invites you to join a community of trailblazing Jewish women at the 2025 International Lion of Judah Conference in Atlanta. Learn more at our upcoming information session.
Register at http://bit.ly/ilojc

Tonight! Summer Schmooze! Join Women's Philanthropy for a friendly meetup at Urban Vines Winery and Brewery!
Urban Vines Winery & Brewery
Register at bit.ly/schmooze24

if you’re looking for something different why not listen to these top Israeli artists? If you like Avril Lavigne you’ll love Shira Margalit! J Balvin more your thing? Check out Static. Who are some of your favorite Israeli artists?

Take a moment on this Shabbat to think of the hostages who are spending another Shabbat in captivity and their families. We hope for their safe return home soon.