Events

Event Series Torah Study | The Israeli Parsha

Torah Study | The Israeli Parsha

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

Join us for Torah study every Thursday at the J! Our Shlichim Shoshi and Harel Bassan offer a discussion of the weekly Torah portion with a unique perspective, as we learn with them—The Israeli Parsha! While we all read the same parsha, their perspective as Israelis offers a different way of reading and interpreting this […]

Reflections on the Yom Kippur War

Zinn Boardroom / Art Gallery 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

As the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War approaches, the J is honored to host Dr. Moshe Vardi who experienced these dramatic events as an infantry soldier while serving in the Israeli Defense Forces. He will offer both historical and personal perspective to this pivotal event in Middle East history. Currently, Moshe Y. Vardi […]

Challah Club: Oreo Pull Apart

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Experience the art of challah making with the "Challah Fairy" Hilary Kamin. Join us for a sweet, dessert-type spin on your average Friday night challah. Learn various braiding techniques, secret tips and the joy of baking challah together. A delightful culinary journey awaits! Skill level: This class is open to all skill levels. You will […]

School’s Out Camp

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

School’s out, so let’s have some fun at the J! Kindergarten through 5th graders will stay active with counselor-led activities, camp crafts and board games plus tons of fun in the art studio, gymnastics center and aquatics complex. Camp hours are 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM and PM Care is available from 3:30 PM - […]

Event Series Tot Shabbat & Open Gym

Tot Shabbat & Open Gym

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

Celebrate Shabbat with your friends and family with open gym in the gymnastics center followed by musical services. Open gym will begin at 10:30 AM in the pre-school gymnastics center, followed by music and services at 11:30 AM in the atrium of the Samuels Family Community Pavilion. This event is for kids ages 0-5 and […]

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center – Blood Drive

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

Join Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center for a blood drive at our campus. This will take place inside the Samuels Family Community Pavilion in room 202A. Sign up here!

Pickleball Mixer

Merfish Teen Center 9000 S. Rice, Houston, TX

Join us for a pickleball social mixer! This popular activity is growing at the J. Use this opportunity to get to know your fellow players and make plans for some upcoming matches! Email pickleball@erjcchouston.org to express interest.

Rainbow Challah Bake

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

Celebrate LGBTQ History Month with the J!

Tiny Toes, Reflexology for a Restful Night

Indoor Playscape @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, Texas

Are you struggling with sleepless nights and a fussy baby? Join Shoshi Bassan, the community Shlicha (emissary) from Israel, in a session designed to help caregivers and babies find relief through reflexology techniques. Reflexology is a gentle and non-invasive therapy that utilizes pressure points on the feet to address various symptoms. Similar to acupuncture, reflexology […]

Rice Lecture Series: Israeli Literature in the Diaspora: A Conversation with Shelly Oria

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

Like the State of Israel itself, the literary representations of Israel have altered dramatically since the declaration of independence in 1948. Reaching well beyond a mere birthday celebration, the Rice Lecture Series includes three events that will dive into the evolution of the representation of Israel in literature of different genres, languages and audiences. These […]