Events

Jewish Book Festival: Raising Resilience by Tovah Klein

West Houston JCC 1120 Dairy Ashford Road, Houston, TX, United States

Raising Resilience: How to Help Our Children Thrive in Times of Uncertainty  Rooted in more than 30 years of experience, this compassionate guide offers invaluable insights for nurturing emotional resilience in children. Blending expert research, heartfelt wisdom, and timeless Jewish values, Klein provides practical tools to help caregivers support thriving children—no matter their circumstances. Focusing […]

Open Gym & Tot Shabbat

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

For kids ages 0-5 and their families Celebrate Shabbat with your friends and family with open gym in the gymnastics center followed by musical services. Open gym will begin at 10:00 AM in the gymnastics center, followed by music and services at 11:00 AM in the atrium of the Samuels Family Community Pavilion. RSVPs are […]

Jewish Book Festival: Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live by Susan Morrison

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

In conversation with Khambrel Marshall, award-winning broadcaster, retired meteorologist and former host of “Houston Newsmakers” Acclaimed journalist and longtime New Yorker editor Susan Morrison explores the fascinating, behind-the-scenes world of Lorne Michaels, the elusive force who built Saturday Night Live into a comedy empire. Drawing on revealing interviews with his friends, colleagues and collaborators, the […]

Thanksgiving Sides that Steal the Show Vegan Edition

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

Celebrate the season with Hell’s Kitchen alum Chef Emily Hersh in this vegan-friendly Thanksgiving class, where you’ll master a comforting sweet potato casserole, flavorful cornbread stuffing and crispy garlic Brussels sprouts served with a spicy sriracha aioli. Perfect for bringing bold, plant-based flavors to your holiday feast, this class is both approachable and delicious. Chef […]

Bus Trip: Nutcracker Market

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

Join us for the Biggest and Best Holiday Shopping Market - Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. Explore more than 280 merchants featuring a unique selection of seasonal decor, gifts, gourmet treats, jewelry, fashion and more inside NRG Center November 13-16, 2025. We will depart from the J at 10:00 AM and return to the J by […]

Next Stop: Israel – University Fair & Short-Term Experience Programs

The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston, the Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest and the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston are excited to invite you to the second edition of NEXT STOP: ISRAEL. Meet representatives from Israel’s top universities, as well as leading organizations, offering gap year and short-term academic programs. Learn […]

Healthy Steps: Foot Strength & Mobility Workshop

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

This workshop explores the functional biomechanics of gait—from heel strike to toe-off—while highlighting how the foot supports efficient, resilient movement. We’ll cover common foot injuries, practice soft tissue and mobility techniques, and guide you through targeted strength and stability exercises. To get the most out of this session, we recommend purchasing toe spacers and bringing […]

Youth Dance Workshop: K-Pop Demonhunters

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

Get your moves on for a K-Pop Demon Hunters dance workshop! Learn fun choreography from KPop Demon Hunters' "Soda Pop!" There are three slots for different ages: Grades 6-9: 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM Grades 1-2: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Grades 3-5: 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM

Winter/Spring Class Registration Opens for Members

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

Winter/spring class registration opens for members at 9:00 AM. Registration will open to the public on November 20 at 9:00 AM.

JCC Maccabi 2026: Virtual Parent Information Session

Virtual

Join us on Teams to learn all about how your kids can participate in the 2026 JCC Maccabi Games! Join Houston Maccabi and participate this summer in the 2026 JCC Maccabi Games in Toronto, Canada or Kanas City, Kansas. To participate in 2026, participants must: Be between the ages of 13-17 as of August 2, […]