The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Brown Auditorium Theater Directed by Maurizius Staerkle Drux Switzerland, Germany, 2022, 81 minutes Language German, English, French with English Subtitles Foreign Language Title L’Art du Silence Genre Documentary Staerkle Drux’s uplifting and resonant documentary about legendary mime Marcel Marceau intertwines World War II footage, insight into Marceau’s Jewish background […]
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Brown Auditorium Theater Directed by Orit Fouks Rotem Israel, 2021, 91 minutes Language English, Hebrew, Arabic with English Subtitles Genre Drama Israel’s entry for Best Foreign Film at the 2023 Academy Awards portrays a fictional group of Arab and Jewish women, municipal workers in Hadera, taking part in a […]
Directed by Chanoch Ze’evi Israel, 2021, 52 minutes Language Hebrew, German with English Subtitles Foreign Language Title Yomano Shel Nazi Genre Documentary This documentary explores the complicated story of Nazi-turned-rescuer Wilm Hosenfeld, known as the person who saved “The Pianist” (portrayed by Adrien Brody in Roman Polanski’s 2002 Award-winning film). As Hosenfeld rises in the […]
Directed by Pini Tavger Israel, Germany, 2021, 82 minutes Language English and Russian with English Subtitles Foreign Language Title Yoter Mema Shemagia Li Genre Drama This sweet coming-of-age drama portrays a single mother and her 12-year-old son who recently immigrated to Israel from Ukraine. The son, Pinchas, tries to fit in and starts studying for […]
Director Michael Kretzmer in attendance for Post Film Q&A Directed by Michael Kretzmer United Kingdom, 2022, 87 minutes Language English Genre Documentary This chilling Holocaust documentary — for adult audiences only — reveals the barbaric genocide of 220,000 people, or 95% of Lithuania’s Jews. Jonas Noreika was a Nazi collaborator personally responsible for slaughtering 8,000 […]
Directed by Mordechai Vardi Israel, 2022, 108 minutes Language Hebrew with English subtitles Foreign Language Title Akara Genre Drama This sensitive film — for adult audiences only — portrays a young ultra-Orthodox couple struggling to conceive their first child. The family seeks spiritual help by turning to religious customs and an itinerant “Rabbi” whose shofar-blowing […]
Were you not able to make it in person for some of our films? Purchase the Best of the Fest pass to see America, Barren and Love & Mazel Tov virtually. The films will be available to watch from March 31 to April 2nd and will be sent as a direct link. $33 Member | $41 Public
Be one of the first to enjoy a culinary experience in the Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio, the NEW hands-on culinary kitchen at the J! There are many opportunities to continue your Jewish learning journey through food. Morgan Jankovic, The Foodie Chef, will lead you in the preparation of recipes from the featured Jewish cookbook. In […]
Join your friends for Toddler Tales: Story & Play Time in the J’s indoor play space! Hear a children’s story and stay and play in the J’s indoor play space. These fun weekly story times will feature guest readers from the Houston Jewish Community and crafts that relate to the book of the week. Toddler […]
Join us for a pre-film sip and savor event. What better way to gear up for this comedy of errors than with light bites and a glass of champagne before the film! Menu: Champagne strawberries Fig and brie crostini Tahini honey whipped butter over toast with tomatoes/toppings Instructor: Hannah Abney The Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio […]
Directed by Wolfgang Mumberger Germany, 2020, 88 minutes Language German with English Subtitles Foreign Language Title Schönes Schlamassel Genre Comedy Anne, whose gentile grandparents profiteered in WWII, runs a Berlin bookstore specializing in Judaica and volunteers in a Jewish retirement home. Daniel, a newly single doctor, pretends to be Jewish at a party to impress […]
When school is out, the J is in! We can’t wait to show children in grades kindergarten through 5th what the buzz is about at the new Samuels Family Community Pavilion. Experience our beloved J Camp rooms with counselor-led activities, camp crafts and board games plus tons of fun in the arts studio, gymnastics center, […]
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 gymnastics center, followed by music and services at 11:30 AM. RSVPs are required and spaces are limited.
Bring your family to the J and create a beautiful challah for your Shabbat table with a Spring Family Challah Bake with Laykie from Laykie's Gourmet Cafe at the J. Laykie will guide us through the steps to create the challah dough, teach us how to braid the dough, and top it off with toppings. […]
Close out the end of Shabbat and welcome a new week with HANDSTANDS & HAVDALAH! Run, stretch and tumble in the gymnastics center followed by a musical havdalah program. The indoor playscape will be open for children 5 and under only to play in during the event.
Children's Art Workshops at the J are a great way to pop in, learn a new skill, and leave with a beautiful project! Come with old friends or make new ones when you arrive! Starting with an exciting image transfer technique, your young artists will print a self portrait on canvas and embellish it with […]
Humans of Tel Aviv will be on display in the Zinn Family Art Gallery / Boardroom. Stop by to take a look! Humans of Tel Aviv is an ongoing documentary photo series of, as the title suggests, the humans of Tel Aviv. The population of Tel Aviv includes religious Jews, Muslims and Christians alongside the […]
The Golden Girl Tappers began tap dancing together in 1999 under the direction of Marjorie Swiss. Although many of the original dancers are no longer performing, there are still several originals. At the time Michael Richker joined which has been several years ago, the ensemble pivoted and renamed their group The Golden Girls Plus One […]
The Seder isn’t over until the afikomen is found and eaten! Help us find all the hidden afikomen in Ware Park and win a prize! As a fun, Passover-friendly snack, children will decorate their own afikomen, too! Stay and play at the park while celebrating Passover with friends. For kids ages 0-10 and their families.
Spend some delicious quality time with your partner in this hands-on class. Learn techniques for creating your own authentic dim sum from scratch at home! Experience the joy of preparing these delicious dim sum dishes as Dorothy shares tips and techniques for your dim sum success. Menu: Salmon toasts Vegetarian pot-stickers (pan-fried vegetable dumplings), served […]
It's a pool party! Summer is almost here and HC68 invites you to make a splash at the new JCC recreational pool. Swim with friends, relax in the shade and enjoy Kona Ice. Fifth graders, it is your turn to experience HC68! This event is open to all 5th-8th graders.
Discover Movement offers a lively environment for independent movers and their caregivers to experience the joy of dance and music together. Discover and explore movement and music concepts while gathering balance, flexibility and coordination. Animated storytelling, songs, rhymes, instruments and props will add fun and excitement. This program is intended for ages 3-4, with caregiver […]
Join us for a bus trip from the J to downtown and enjoy a docent-led tour of the historical homes pertinent to women's history which covers the Kellum-Noble house, the Nichols-Rice-Cherry house and the San Felipe Cottage.
In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage has forced all citizens to use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. A hilarious sendup of greed, love, revolution (and musicals!), in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. This […]
Have you ever wanted to make a Pinterest worthy cupcake? Come learn how to make the most lux buttercream and perfect your piping skills with Morgan Jankovic, The Foodie Chef. We will practice piping borders and rosettes before we finish our final cupcake masterpiece! Morgan Jankovic, also known as The Foodie Chef, is a passionate […]
Join your friends for Toddler Tales: Story & Play Time in the J’s indoor play space! Hear a children’s story and stay and play in the J’s indoor play space. These fun weekly story times will feature guest readers from the Houston Jewish Community and crafts that relate to the book of the week. Toddler […]
Fish can be an intimidating protein for some of us to master. This hands-on lunch and learn will guide you through understanding how to make the perfect salmon cakes. Menu: - Salmon cakes with a lemon thyme dipping sauce - Broccoli salad with a creamy avocado dressing Chef Ellen Schwartz has been cooking since she […]
A braided challah can be a work of art and is a Friday night staple in many Jewish homes. Learn to braid your own challah using classic techniques and give your challah a sweet twist by making a crumble to top it off! You will go home with two challahs ready to bake for Shabbat! […]
In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage has forced all citizens to use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. A hilarious sendup of greed, love, revolution (and musicals!), in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. This […]
When school is out, the J is in! We can’t wait to show children in grades kindergarten through 5th what the buzz is about at the new Samuels Family Community Pavilion. Experience our beloved J Camp rooms with counselor-led activities, camp crafts and board games plus tons of fun in the arts studio, gymnastics center, […]
Campers will celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday by preparing popular food enjoyed by kids in Israel. Campers will swim in the afternoon. Menu: Corn schnitzel Israeli salad Hummus with pita Kadorei shokolad (chocolate balls)
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 gymnastics center, followed by music and services at 11:30 AM. RSVPs are required and spaces are limited.
Written by Anna Ziegler | Directed by Jennifer Decker A humorous and moving portrait of Rosalind Franklin, one of the great female scientists of the twentieth century, and her fervid drive to map the contours of the DNA molecule. A chorus of scientists relives the chase, revealing the unsung achievements of this trail-blazing, fiercely independent […]
Written by Anna Ziegler | Directed by Jennifer Decker A humorous and moving portrait of Rosalind Franklin, one of the great female scientists of the twentieth century, and her fervid drive to map the contours of the DNA molecule. A chorus of scientists relives the chase, revealing the unsung achievements of this trail-blazing, fiercely independent […]
In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage has forced all citizens to use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. A hilarious sendup of greed, love, revolution (and musicals!), in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. This […]
In this two-hour workshop, young artists will create a layered image of Jerusalem's building-speckled hills using a variety of colorful and textural papers. Participants will learn how simple shapes can be combined to create exciting recognizable images! This workshop is for artists ages 6-10 years in celebration of Yom Ha'atzmaut and free for members.
Come ready to sweat and work to a kid-friendly playlist. All levels welcome in this 45-minute low impact class! No equipment necessary. Workout will incorporate your baby, if they are not mobile, allowing some special bonding time while you work! Mix of yoga, pilates, cardio and strength. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to wear their […]
Celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut, Israel's Independence Day, in the culinary studio with a hands-on class with Chef Yotam Dolev from Hamsa! Menu: Homemade falafel with tahini Pita Israeli salad Born in New York, Yotam’s family moved back to Israel when he was four years old. He grew up in Modi’in, a town right outside of Jerusalem. […]
Bring your family to the J to celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday through the lens of art, photography, music, sports and culinary. To mark this special birthday, there will be double the fun with two celebrations for the community to enjoy on April 26 and April 30. Celebration highlights include: Visit the Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio […]
Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy presents Israel at 75, a conference where diplomats, subject-matter experts, policymakers and stakeholders will assemble to analyze the binational relationship between the United States and Israel, address the role of the United States in Middle East foreign policy, and explore the challenges and opportunities Israel faces internally and […]
Join your friends for Toddler Tales: Story & Play Time in the J’s indoor play space! Hear a children’s story and stay and play in the J’s indoor play space. These fun weekly story times will feature guest readers from the Houston Jewish Community and crafts that relate to the book of the week. Toddler […]
Written by Anna Ziegler | Directed by Jennifer Decker A humorous and moving portrait of Rosalind Franklin, one of the great female scientists of the twentieth century, and her fervid drive to map the contours of the DNA molecule. A chorus of scientists relives the chase, revealing the unsung achievements of this trail-blazing, fiercely independent […]
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 gymnastics center, followed by music and services at 11:30 AM. RSVPs are required and spaces are limited.
Written by Anna Ziegler | Directed by Jennifer Decker A humorous and moving portrait of Rosalind Franklin, one of the great female scientists of the twentieth century, and her fervid drive to map the contours of the DNA molecule. A chorus of scientists relives the chase, revealing the unsung achievements of this trail-blazing, fiercely independent […]
Written by Anna Ziegler | Directed by Jennifer Decker A humorous and moving portrait of Rosalind Franklin, one of the great female scientists of the twentieth century, and her fervid drive to map the contours of the DNA molecule. A chorus of scientists relives the chase, revealing the unsung achievements of this trail-blazing, fiercely independent […]
Bring your family to the J to celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday through the lens of art, photography, music, sports and culinary. To mark this special birthday, there will be double the fun with two celebrations for the community to enjoy on April 26 and April 30. Celebration highlights include: Visit the Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio […]
Join us for an evening with Sandi Wisenberg speaking on her new book The Wandering Womb: Essays in Search of Home, winner of the 2022 Juniper Prize in nonfiction from University of Massachusetts Press. Southern Review of Books writes, “A reader doesn’t have to be a Jewish feminist of a certain age to find something […]
Join your friends for Toddler Tales: Story & Play Time in the J’s indoor play space! Hear a children’s story and stay and play in the J’s indoor play space. These fun weekly story times will feature guest readers from the Houston Jewish Community and crafts that relate to the book of the week. Toddler […]
Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney […]
Enjoy a glass of wine and sculpt a stunning centerpiece—your very own Instagram-worthy charcuterie board. Whether you are hosting a party or enjoying it with family, this class will teach you how to assemble the perfect board! Menu: An elevated cheese board showcasing an assortment of cheeses and fruits Honey ricotta crostini Ricotta stuffed dates, […]
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 gymnastics center, followed by music and services at 11:30 AM. RSVPs are required and spaces are limited.
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