Like most Jewish organizations this time of year, the last few weeks have been busy for JET (Jewish Education Texas) and its directors, Rabbis Shalom Rodin and Tzvi Wachsman. Over the past several weeks the year-old organization held two pre-Rosh Hashanah events for young couples and families, as well as a Rosh Hashanah class at UTD for students.

Next on the calendar is a Sukkot party, “Pizza in the Hut,” on Sunday, Sept. 22, at a time and place to be announced. The event will have pizza, Sukkot projects, snow cones, Golly Jolly — a magic puppet show/balloon twister, and the opportunity to learn about and shake the lulav and etrog.
Although the focus of JET is for young couples and families who are learning about Judaism, all are welcome.
“If you are in your late 20s to early 40s and have young children, JET is for you,” said Rodin, who is enthusiastic about teaching Judaism to those of all levels of observance.
“JET is an unaffiliated Jewish organization with the goal of connecting Jewish people from all backgrounds to their heritage in ways that are modern, exciting, and relevant. We do so with events and programs that are social, educational and thought-provoking,” added Wachsman.
One new feature JET is offering is “JET Fuel for Thought,” a two-minute thought on the weekly Torah portion. It is sent in mp4 format, to make it convenient for everyone to listen — whether in your home, office or car.
To be added to “JET Fuel for Thought,” or to learn more about locations of upcoming events, email office@jetexas.org, call 214-389-9100 or visit www.JETexas.org.