Events

Bunny & Leo Horvitz Scholar-In-Residence Program

Dr. Leo Horvitz’s commitment to the Jewish community is legendary. The Scholar-in-Residence Program was originally established in 1989 by his wife, Bunny, to honor the memory of Dr. Horvitz who served the Jewish community of Houston in many capacities. In 1995, to honor the blessed memory of Bunny Horvitz, the program was renamed the Bunny […]

Authors in Conversation: Shannon Sarna

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

Author talk and demo: Join us for an author talk with Shannon Sarna, the author of “Modern Jewish Comfort Food”, a chef that has won over the hearts of the Houston Jewish Community. She will demonstrate how to make the perfect knish, while you get to sample your own, followed by a beautifully catered reception that will include […]

The Layers of Tom Lehrer

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

In the 50s and 60s, during the Cold War nuclear panic, mathematician TOM LEHRER unintentionally became an international, comedy sensation. This unassuming math professor found himself performing nightly with Mort Sahl, Jonathan Winters, and Nicols and May. His twisted tunes satirized war, pornography, race, death, religion, the environment, education and politics. Songs like “The Elements,” […]

HJFF: Best of the Fest

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

Taste of CJLL

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

Join us on January 23 at 9:30 AM for coffee, bagels and an introduction to our winter/spring Jewish learning class offerings! This fun and informal session will provide an opportunity to meet with teachers, learn more about class content and meet other prospective students. Please RSVP by Friday, January 19 to Marissa Cardona at Mcardona@erjcchouston.org.

Hamantaschen Happiness: The Purim Pastry Party

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

Indulge in a creative twist on traditional hamantaschen with pastry chef Sarah Schnitzer. Explore innovative recipes, like chocolate hamantaschen filled with luscious banana jam. Unleash your culinary creativity, perfect your pastry skills, and savor the delightful fusion of flavors in these unique Purim treats. Menu: Chocolate banana hamantaschen Blueberry cheesecake hamantaschen Cheddar and tomato jam […]

Picklemania: The Art of Pickling

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

Join us for a unique pickling and canning experience led by Dr. Creasy of Texas A&M. Learn the art of preserving, pickling and canning in this expert-guided class. Discover secrets to delicious, long-lasting homemade goodies. Age: 15 and up Cost:  Member: $40 Public: $56 Skill level: This class is for beginners and up. Instructor: Dr. […]