Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Blood Drive
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomJoin us on Sunday to donate blood, make a difference and save lives! Click the link below for all the details. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome!
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Happy Birthday, World! A Rosh Hashanah Celebration
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomHappy Birthday, World! A Rosh Hashanah Celebration for Families at the J! This program is designed for children up to 10 years old. The Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah is also called “yom harat olam”—the birthday of the world! You are invited to join us for a sweet, honey-filled birthday party celebration which will […]
Lifelong Learning Presents David Zimmermann: October 7, Its Aftermath and the Resulting Rise of Antisemitism
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomA Personal Perspective from an FBI Agent on the Ground Since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, communities worldwide have seen a rise in the extremist radicalization and experienced a surge in antisemitic rhetoric and violence. This presentation offers an in-depth overview of that global event told from the perspective of an […]
Arts in the Afternoon in Partnership with Holocaust Museum Houston: Holocaust Sports Memorabilia
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomTriumph of the Spirit exhibit features Jewish athletes before, during & after the Holocaust. Featuring reproductions of rare memorabilia from the collection of Neil Keller, this dynamic exhibit tells the stories of the incredible resiliency and unshakable spirit of courageous Jewish athletes in the face of the atrocities of the Holocaust and the foundation established […]
Fall Prevention Workshop
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomJoin for a a fall risk assessment and learn ways to increase your strength and balance to help prevent falls. The risk assessment will take place from 9:00AM-11:00AM, followed by an exercise class for seniors focused on fall prevention 12:00PM-1:00PM.This program is brought to the J by the PT in the community, an Foundation of […]
Box Out Breast Cancer
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomBox Out Breast Cancer: Breast Health Myths and Facts with Radiologist Angelica Robinson followed by Boxing Class with Instructor Dena Dr. Robinson is a board-certified radiologist and Director of the University of Texas Medical Branch Breast Imaging Section. Dr. Robinson specializes in the early detection of breast cancer, and she will address some commonly asked […]
Inside Out Grandparents & Friends Character Breakfast
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomStep into the whimsical world of Inside Out for a delightful character breakfast that brings the emotions from Disney and Pixar’s beloved film to life. This special event is designed for grandparents and their grandchildren, featuring character meet and greets, a pancake breakfast, crafts, games and more! We love our grandparents! They bring us so […]
Book Festival: Book Lovers Lunch
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomJoin us for lunch with friends and these two incredible historical fiction novelists with unforgettable stories. Jennifer Roser Once We Were Home: A Novel When your past is stolen, where do you belong? Based on the true stories of four children, Ana, Oskar, Roger and Renata, all displaced and taken from their families during […]
Book Festival: Liel Leibovitz
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomJoin us for Dinner & Learn surrounding Liel Leibovitz's How the Talmud Can Change Your Life: Surprisingly Modern Advice from a Very Old Book. With humor and passion, Liel Leibovitz returns to JBAF to explore the Talmud for its ideas about how to live a good life in the modern world. The host of Tablet […]
Book Festival: Marilyn Hassid Emerging Novelist
Herzstein Foundation Multipurpose RoomJoin us in discussing David Biespiel's A Self-Portrait in the Year of High Commission of Love in conversation with Marilyn Hassid. Growing up in Houston, author David Biespiel was a fixture at the JCC. He returns to Book Festival with his debut novel, set in 1980s Houston. It focuses on two friends, a charmed teen […]
