Events

Contesting the Legitimacy of a Jewish State: Towards a Second Century of a Modern Conflict

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

The Bobbi & Vic Samuels Center for Jewish Living and Learning (CJLL) offers classes, lectures, programs, and other meaningful Jewish experiences for the Houston community, including rich, in-depth Jewish studies courses designed by local Jewish educators. This upcoming CJLL lecture features Ilan Troen. Despite the expectation that modernity would inexorably lead to secularization, religious culture retains […]

Rice Lecture Series: U.S. Campus Antisemitism – How Did We Get Here?

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

The Center for Jewish Lifelong Learning’s adult learning program and Rice University are set to launch the 16th annual Rice University Jewish Studies three-part evening lecture series. The series features lectures on September 11, 18 and 25. This second lecture in the series, U.S. Campus Antisemitism - How Did We Get Here?, will take place […]

Rice Lecture Series: Reassessing Campus Antisemitism

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

The Center for Jewish Lifelong Learning’s adult learning program and Rice University are set to launch the 16th annual Rice University Jewish Studies three-part evening lecture series. The series features lectures on September 11, 18 and 25. This third lecture in the series, Reassessing Campus Antisemitism, will take place on Wednesday, September 25. The final […]

Shishi Israeli – Israeli Friday

Merfish Teen Center 9000 S. Rice, Houston, TX

Join us for an evening full of warmth, laughter and delicious homemade dishes at our potluck-style (dairy kosher) gathering. This is the perfect chance to reconnect with old friends and make new ones while celebrating the upcoming year in a festive and joyful atmosphere. Collaborating with JCC and IAC, we’re coming together to celebrate unity, […]

Inside the Middle East | Navigating Through the Storm to the Horizon’s Edge with Avi Melamed

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

In the face of escalating conflict, the Middle East stands at a historic crossroads - a defining moment for Israel, the Palestinians and the region as a whole. In this pivotal briefing, we'll navigate the storm of challenges shaping the Middle East today, a region profoundly influenced by deep-seated forces and unfolding events that impact […]

Horvitz 2025: The Bible and Archaeology: Where They Meet, Where They Don’t, and Why

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

The 30th Bunny and Leo Horvitz Scholar-in-Residence Program Featuring Dr. David Ilan NEW HORIZONS: The Incredible Story of Ancient Israel Told Through Archaeology February 2 - 20, 2025 ----- OPENING RECEPTION & LECTURE The Bible and Archaeology: Where They Meet, Where They Don’t, and Why Sunday, February 2 Reception: 3:00 PM | Lecture: 3:30 PM […]

Horvitz 2025: Genesis: Archaeology and the Patriarchal Narrative

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

The 30th Bunny and Leo Horvitz Scholar-in-Residence Program Featuring Dr. David Ilan NEW HORIZONS: The Incredible Story of Ancient Israel Told Through Archaeology February 2 - 20, 2025 ----- Series 1: Biblical Texts and Ancient Artifacts: A Dialogue Genesis: Archaeology and the Patriarchal Narrative Monday, February 3 | 7:30 PM In the patriarchal narratives, we […]

Horvitz 2025: The Tabernacle in the Desert, the Cult Place in Shiloh and Solomon’s Temple

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

The 30th Bunny and Leo Horvitz Scholar-in-Residence Program Featuring Dr. David Ilan NEW HORIZONS: The Incredible Story of Ancient Israel Told Through Archaeology February 2 - 20, 2025 ----- Series 1: Biblical Texts and Ancient Artifacts: A Dialogue The Tabernacle in the Desert, the Cult Place in Shiloh and Solomon's Temple Tuesday, February 4 | […]

Horvitz 2025: How Archaeology Works and Why it Matters

Congregation Beth Yeshurun 4525 Beechnut Street, Houston, United States

The 30th Bunny and Leo Horvitz Scholar-in-Residence Program Featuring Dr. David Ilan NEW HORIZONS: The Incredible Story of Ancient Israel Told Through Archaeology February 2 - 20, 2025 ----- COMMUNITY LECTURE For Kehillah High Students at Congregation Beth Yeshurun How Archaeology Works and Why it Matters Wednesday, February 5 | 7:30 PM In this talk, […]

Horvitz 2025: Now You’re Talking! – Iron Age (1200-500 BCE) Archaeology and the Book of Kings

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

The 30th Bunny and Leo Horvitz Scholar-in-Residence Program Featuring Dr. David Ilan NEW HORIZONS: The Incredible Story of Ancient Israel Told Through Archaeology February 2 - 20, 2025 ----- Series 1: Biblical Texts and Ancient Artifacts: A Dialogue Now You’re Talking! – Iron Age (1200-500 BCE) Archaeology and the Book of Kings Thursday, February 6 […]