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

Sciatic Nerve Relief Workshop

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

Join instructor Adi Lutfak for this restorative workshop designed to help relieve discomfort caused by sciatic nerve irritation through gentle, targeted techniques that release tension, reduce pain and restore mobility. You’ll learn how posture, muscle imbalances and movement patterns contribute to sciatic symptoms—and how to address them safely and effectively. Through guided exercises and mindful […]

Handstands & Havdalah

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

For kids ages 0-10 and their families Close out the end of Shabbat and welcome a new week with HANDSTANDS & HAVDALAH!  Run, stretch and tumble in the gymnastics center followed by a musical havdalah program. RSVPs are required and spaces are limited. Please RSVP PER CHILD.

Les Mills Launch Day

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

GET READY FOR AN EPIC LES MILLS LAUNCH DAY! Try out our brand new format along with new releases of your favorites and take on the Launch Day Level-Up Challenge! Challenge: Attend two Les Mills classes during the launch day and you'll win a prize! Whether it's early morning, noon or evening there is a […]

Culinary and Crafts Day Camp

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

Whisk, mix, create and taste the rainbow! It’s a day full of flavor and fun at our Culinary and Crafts Day Camp! Campers start their morning in the kitchen cooking up tasty treats then spend the afternoon bringing their imaginations to life with hands-on crafts. Perfect for budding artists and chefs in grades 1 and […]

School’s Out Help Out

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

"One pair somewhere could change the world!" Underwear insecurity makes everything about the school day harder. It’s hard to concentrate on learning or make a friend when a child is afraid they will be “discovered” without undies. With the help of volunteers and donors UFE makes a school day easier with seven pairs of undies […]

Repair the World Teen Volunteer Day

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

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC and the Jewish Federation will host a Teen Day of Service in partnership with Repair the World, inspired by the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam. This year’s program will focus on addressing food insecurity through meaningful, hands-on service that strengthens our local community.

Bites of Israel: Street Food Edition

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

Join Shlicha Shir Benjamin for Bites of Israel: Street Food Edition, where you’ll explore the bold and vibrant flavors of Israeli cuisine. The menu features crispy falafel with fries, fresh Israeli salad, creamy hummus and a crunchy white cabbage salad, all inspired by the tastes of Israel’s bustling markets.