Events

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]