Events

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

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 […]

Yom Ha’atzmaut: Celebrating Israel’s 75th Birthday

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

Bring your family to the J to celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday through the lens of art, photography, music, sports and culinary. To mark this special birthday, there will be double the fun with two celebrations for the community to enjoy on April 26 and April 30. Celebration highlights include: Visit the Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio […]

Author Talk with Sandi Wisenberg

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

Join us for an evening with Sandi Wisenberg speaking on her new book The Wandering Womb: Essays in Search of Home, winner of the 2022 Juniper Prize in nonfiction from University of Massachusetts Press. Southern Review of Books writes, “A reader doesn’t have to be a Jewish feminist of a certain age to find something […]

J Second Stage Presents: Descendants

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

Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney […]

Toddler Tales: Story & Playtime

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

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 […]

Create Your Own Charcuterie Board

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

Enjoy a glass of wine and sculpt a stunning centerpiece—your very own Instagram-worthy charcuterie board. Whether you are hosting a party or enjoying it with family, this class will teach you how to assemble the perfect board! Menu: An elevated cheese board showcasing an assortment of cheeses and fruits Honey ricotta crostini Ricotta stuffed dates, […]

J Second Stage Presents: Descendants

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

Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney […]

Tot Shabbat & Open Gym

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

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.

J Second Stage Presents: Descendants

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

Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney […]

DIY Art Journal

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

Children's Art Workshops at the J are a great way to pop in, learn a new skill, and leave with a beautiful project! Come with old friends or make new ones when you arrive! In this workshop, young artists will learn two exciting paper techniques: bookbinding and printmaking! They will use these skills to create […]