Events

Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy: Israel at 75

Rice University 6100 Main St., Houston, TX

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 […]

Yom Ha’atzmaut: Celebrating Israel’s 75th Birthday

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

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 […]

Israeli Scouts: An Evening of Family Entertainment

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

The Tzofim Friendship Caravan is celebrating over 50 years of bringing excitement, energy and friendship to North America through friendship and performance! Each caravan is comprised of a group of five girls, five boys and two leaders. They are chosen to be members of the caravan based on their maturity, fluency in English, and of […]

Sha’at Sipur: A Hebrew Story & Play Time

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

Join your friends for Sha'at Sipur: A Hebrew Story & Play Time in the J's indoor playscape! Hear a children's story read in Hebrew and stay and play! These fun monthly story times will feature Hebrew-speaking guest readers from the Houston Jewish community. Sha'at Sipur: A Hebrew Story & Play Time is FREE and open […]

Purim-Palooza: A Purim Family Event

Merfish Teen Center 9000 S. Rice, Houston, TX

Presented in collaboration with Israeli American Counsel (IAC) Houston Honor the resilience of our Jewish community this Purim! Join us for a fun family Purim event with music, a bounce house, craft stations, Purim parade and lots more. Come dressed in your favorite costume. Cost: $8 per child

Matkon Im Zikaron (Taste of Memories)

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

Taste of Memories is a unique initiative that works to commemorate fallen Israel Defense Forces soldiers and Israeli victims of terror, through cooking their favorite recipes and telling the stories of their lives.​ The centerpiece of this project is cooking sessions, during which participants gather to cook a favorite dish of a fallen soldier or […]

Yom Ha’Atzmaut: Sunset in Tel Aviv

Merfish Teen Center 9000 S. Rice, Houston, TX

Mark your calendars for our Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration: Sunset in Tel Aviv! We will be celebrating at the Merfish from 4:30 PM - 7:00PM. Israel turns 76! Join us for an Israeli market, dancing and live concert! Family friendly activities will include crafts, games, face painting, gaga, photo booth and juice bar. Enjoy a sensory […]

Harel Skaat Trio Music Concert

Kaplan Theatre @ the J 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX

Harel Skaat is an award-winning Israeli singer and songwriter who has received significant recognition and achievements in Israel. Skaat began his stellar career in music at the age of six, when he won a children’s song festival competition. His professional breakthrough came when he was a contestant on the second season of the esteemed competition […]

Shishi Israeli – Israeli Friday

Merfish Teen Center 9000 S. Rice, Houston, TX

Join us for an evening full of warmth, laughter and delicious homemade dishes at our potluck-style (dairy kosher) gathering. This is the perfect chance to reconnect with old friends and make new ones while celebrating the upcoming year in a festive and joyful atmosphere. Collaborating with JCC and IAC, we’re coming together to celebrate unity, […]

Inside the Middle East | Navigating Through the Storm to the Horizon’s Edge with Avi Melamed

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

In the face of escalating conflict, the Middle East stands at a historic crossroads - a defining moment for Israel, the Palestinians and the region as a whole. In this pivotal briefing, we'll navigate the storm of challenges shaping the Middle East today, a region profoundly influenced by deep-seated forces and unfolding events that impact […]