Events

Cooking for Health: Quick & Balanced: 30-Minute Meals

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

Tex Mex Quinoa Bowls and Creamy Italian Pesto Pasta Bake Join nutritionist Chef Macy Diulus for Quick & Balanced: 30-Minute Meals, a class designed to nourish your body and fit seamlessly into your busy lifestyle. You’ll cook up flavorful Tex-Mex quinoa bowls and a creamy Italian pesto pasta bake—wholesome, satisfying dishes ready in no time. […]

Bites of Israel: From the Shuk Edition

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

Join Chef Yotam Dolev, executive chef of Hamsa and Októ, as he brings the vibrant flavors of Israel to his new class, Bites from Israel: From the Shuk. Learn to craft the ultimate sabich sandwich—a warm pita stacked with fried eggplant, potatoes, eggs and creamy tahini—paired with crisp, tangy homemade pickles for the perfect bite.

Mezuzah Making Workshop

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

Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop led by OLA ART. You'll design and craft your own mezuzah using colorful epoxy resin. Discover the beauty and meaning behind this timeless Jewish tradition while creating a modern, one-of-a-kind piece to take home. No experience is needed! Room 202A

HC68: Urban Air

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

Get ready for some high-flying fun at Urban Air Adventure Park. Enjoy trampolines, go-karts, climbing walls and more! Houston Connect 68 (HC68) is a fun, safe community program which offers an exciting mix of social opportunities designed for middle school students, open to the community, members and public. Monthly events will feature a wide variety […]

School’s Out Camp

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

A day off from school does not mean a day off from fun for your kids! The J has got you covered! Sign up your kids for a day filled with activities, fun and games! More details to follow soon.  

Culinary Workshop: Mujadara with Fish Kebabs

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

Join Chef Yotam Dolev, executive chef of Hamsa and Októ, as he shares his passion for modern Israeli cuisine in this hands-on class. Learn to make mujadara, a fragrant lentil and rice dish with caramelized onions, served alongside perfectly spiced fish kebabs bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavor.

JCC Houston Maccabi 30th Reunion

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

Join us to celebrate 30 years of JCC Houston Maccabi! Alumni, sponsors, athletes, coaches and friends of Houston Maccabi are invited for a celebratory evening with drinks, dessert, memorabilia and more! For 30 years, the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC has sent thousands of Jewish teens to experience the magic of the JCC Maccabi Games. This week-long […]

Theatre: The Life and Times of A. Einstein

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

Written and Starring: Kres Mersky Directed by Paul Gersten This delightful play presents a day in the life of Einstein as seen through the eyes of his secretary. The scene is Princeton, New Jersey, 1934. It is Einstein’s birthday, and a group of journalists has gathered in his living room to interview him at his […]

Teens in the Kitchen: 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 our expert pastry chef. In this hands-on class, you’ll refine vintage techniques like delicate piping, elegant borders and charming floral designs—perfect for creating show-stopping cakes with timeless appeal. Whether you joined us last time or are new to the craft, this encore […]

Culinary Workshop: Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Whipped Green Tahini

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

Join Chef Yotam Dolev, executive chef of Hamsa and Októ, who invites you into his kitchen to explore the beauty of simple Israeli flavors. You’ll roast a whole cauliflower until perfectly golden and serve it with a luscious swirl of whipped green tahini—a dish that’s as vibrant and satisfying as it is unforgettable.