Events

Shavuot Prep

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

Celebrate Shavuot by learning how to prep the perfect eggplant parmesan, crispy and decadent spanikopita and a traditional Lebanese dessert. This menu, prepared by head chef and owner of Mostly Chocolate, is not to be missed! Menu: Eggplant parmesan Spanikopita Mahalabi Instructor: Rina Kamkhagi Rina's passion for cooking began when she was just a child. […]

Torah Study | The Israeli Parsha

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

Torah study is back at the J! Beginning Thursday, May 18 at noon, and every Thursday thereafter, our Shlichim Shoshi and Harel Bassan will offer a discussion of the weekly Torah portion. They offer a unique perspective, as we learn with them—The Israeli Parsha! While we all read the same parsha, their perspective as Israelis […]

Memorial Day Sunday Pool Party

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

Our annual Memorial Day Weekend pool party is BACK! Join us on Sunday, May 28 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM for lots of outdoor fun in our beautiful new recreation pools! The party is open to J members and will include: DJ entertainment Yard games Memorial Day food available from Laykie's Café at the […]

Pre-Summer Ceramics Workshop: Soft Slab Construction Using Templates

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

Join us in the JCC ceramics studio this May for pre-summer workshops! These workshops are a great way to learn more about a specific technique, get to know a new and knowledgeable instructor and leave with a beautiful project. This intermediate/advanced ceramics workshop focuses on creating functional and/or sculptural forms using slab construction! In each […]

Pre-Summer Ceramics Workshop: Clay as Canvas

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

Join us in the JCC ceramics studio this May for pre-summer workshops! These workshops are a great way to learn more about a specific technique, get to know a new and knowledgeable instructor and leave with a beautiful project. In this intermediate/advanced ceramics workshop, students will explore the potential of the ceramic form as a […]

Torah Study | The Israeli Parsha

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

Torah study is back at the J! Beginning Thursday, May 18 at noon, and every Thursday thereafter, our Shlichim Shoshi and Harel Bassan will offer a discussion of the weekly Torah portion. They offer a unique perspective, as we learn with them—The Israeli Parsha! While we all read the same parsha, their perspective as Israelis […]

An Evening with Ziggy – Famous Deli Dishes!

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

Join deli master Ziggy Gruber for a once-in-a-lifetime experience learning to make some of his famous deli classics. Ziggy is a staple in America's deli culture, so be sure not to miss this experience! Menu: Kasha blintzes Vegetarian chopped liver Vegetarian borscht Karnatzalach vegan Ziggy Gruber is the owner and host at Kenny & Ziggy’s. […]

Event Series Family Swim Playdate

Family Swim Playdate

Merfish Family Recreational Pools @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX, United States

Soak up some sun at the Merfish Family Recreational Pools at the J for a family swim playdate! Take a dip in the pool with a 0-4’ deep gradient beach entry, splash around in the spray features and let out some energy on the jumping rock and SLIDE! Relax in the loungers, enjoy some shade […]

Event Series Toddler Tales: Story & Play Time

Toddler Tales: Story & Play Time

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

Join your friends for Toddler Tales: Story & Play Time! Hear a children's story and stay and play in the J’s indoor playscape! These fun weekly story times will feature guest readers from the Houston Jewish community and crafts that relate to the book of the week. Cost: FREE and open to the public Space […]

Torah Study | The Israeli Parsha

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

Torah study is back at the J! Beginning Thursday, May 18 at noon, and every Thursday thereafter, our Shlichim Shoshi and Harel Bassan will offer a discussion of the weekly Torah portion. They offer a unique perspective, as we learn with them—The Israeli Parsha! While we all read the same parsha, their perspective as Israelis […]