Events

The Last Yiddish Speaker

Joe Frank Theatre @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, United States

The Last Yiddish Speaker By Deborah Zoe Laufer Presented by Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company in collaboration with the J Joe Frank Theatre at the J Tickets: $29 Sarah is struggling to survive her senior year of high school - new town, new school, new boyfriend. She's also struggling to survive the new America, where the insurrection was successful and everything has changed. When an ancient Yiddish-speaking woman […]

The Last Yiddish Speaker

Joe Frank Theatre @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, United States

The Last Yiddish Speaker By Deborah Zoe Laufer Presented by Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company in collaboration with the J Joe Frank Theatre at the J Tickets: $29 Sarah is struggling to survive her senior year of high school - new town, new school, new boyfriend. She's also struggling to survive the new America, where the insurrection was successful and everything has changed. When an ancient Yiddish-speaking woman […]

Teens in the Kitchen: Pasta 101

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

Let’s Get Cooking! Join us in the Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio for Teens in the Kitchen, our brand-new cooking series for ages 13 - 18. Whether you're a total beginner or a confident home cook, these classes are designed just for teens to build skills, explore global cuisines and have fun in the kitchen with […]

Jewish Book Festival: Hostage by Eli Sharabi

Oshman Gymnasium @ the J 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX

After 491 days in Hamas captivity, Eli Sharabi emerged from the tunnels of Gaza, a shadow of his former self, and finally made his way home to Israel, only to learn the devastating news that his wife and daughters had been killed on October 7. In his highly anticipated book, Hostage, Sharabi shares his harrowing […]

Event Series Rice Lecture Series

17th Annual Rice University Lecture Series: Anat Ronen – Paving Her Own Path

Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose Room

The 17th Annual Rice University Lecture Series Hebrew Culture Responding to Violence: Before and After October 7 Jewish and Hebrew culture has always reflected and responded to the turbulent and often violent history of the Jewish people, from ancient persecutions to modern conflicts. In recent years, violence has once again profoundly shaped Jewish life and […]

Lifelong Learning: From Sinatra to Swift

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

From Sinatra to Swift: A look at how music impacted cultural change and social expression from the 50s to the present Come enjoy this interactive and didactic presentation as we learn how the music business changed each decade. We will hear who were the consumers, how the technology changed, and how the cultural context influenced […]

Event Series Rice Lecture Series

17th Annual Rice University Lecture Series: Ido Telem – H.N. Bialik and the Poetry of Slaughter

Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose Room

The 17th Annual Rice University Lecture Series Hebrew Culture Responding to Violence: Before and After October 7 Jewish and Hebrew culture has always reflected and responded to the turbulent and often violent history of the Jewish people, from ancient persecutions to modern conflicts. In recent years, violence has once again profoundly shaped Jewish life and […]

Lifelong Learning: Exploring the Mind Through Music

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

Exploring the Mind Through Music Dr. Brandt will discuss hybrids of artistic performances and scientific experiments in which the performers wear wireless mobile brain-body imaging, with real- time visualization of the data - the first time this has ever been done.

Vintage Cake Decorating

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

Step back in time and learn the art of classic cake decorating with expert pastry chef Stefanie Bishop. In this hands-on class, you’ll master vintage techniques like delicate piping, elegant borders, and charming floral designs—perfect for creating stunning cakes with timeless appeal. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced baker, this class offers the perfect blend […]