Create a Jewish Life Your Way

Enjoy a relaxed Sunday brunch with new friends. We’ll match you with a group of 8 for a cozy and curated brunch experience across town. After brunch, we will all come together – location shared 48 hours in advance.

Celebrate Shabbat with Moishe House Houston in a warm, welcoming gathering for young Jewish adults.

Celebrating Israel’s 78th Birthday Join us for an evening of Israeli wine, culture, and celebration. Come explore Israeli wines from different regions, discover your favorite bottle, and find the perfect wine to pair with your following Shavuot holiday dinner.

Science & Business at the Bar is a casual, community event that brings together innovators, professionals, and curious minds for engaging talks at local bars.

Looking for a chill night out with other Jewish young professionals? Join us for Torah On Tap — good beer, good people, and great conversations. No lectures. No pressure. Just a relaxed hang at Kirby Ice House where we’ll explore one interesting Jewish idea and see how it connects to real life. We’ll cover the first round 🍻 — you just show up. Whether you’re brand new to Jewish learning or just curious to meet other Jewish young professionals in Houston, this is an easy, welcoming space to jump in. Come for the drinks. Stay for the vibe.

EXTGen and 3GHTX invite you to a young professionals happy hour celebrating 30 years of Holocaust Museum Houston. RSVP by May 7. Renew or join NEXTGen today! Use code NEXTGen15 for 15% off and be entered to win a raffle prize. Cocktails and light bites will be served. Complimentary parking available in the museum’s surface lot. For questions contact Hayley Rosenberg at hrosenberg@hmh.org or 713-527-1621

Join Olami Houston for an engaging new series exploring timeless Jewish wisdom and ethical guidance from the sages of the 1st and 2nd centuries. Pirkei Avos is the only tractate in the Mishnah devoted entirely to ethical and moral teachings rather than Jewish law. In this series, we’ll not only study the teachings themselves, but also gain insight into the lives of the sages who shaped them and discover how their wisdom can be meaningfully applied in our own lives today.

Gather with young Jewish adults to watch the Houston Astros baseball game together.

A learner-focused minyan service at HCRJ providing an accessible prayer experience.

Get Ready, Get Set, Go!!! Join Moishe House for a night of Mario Kart! Who will be the champion?

Rabbi Ari Bensoussan is a world-renowned Torah educator and dynamic speaker. He co-founded Yeshivat Ruach Chaim and served as a Senior Lecturer at Our Somayach's Derech program. He currently directs Chazak of Los Angeles, inspiring Jews worldwide to grow closer to Hashem.

Join us for a warm, welcoming, and vibrant Young Professionals Shabbat Dinner at the Rosen Home in the Brays Oaks area. This is a great opportunity to unwind at the end of the week, enjoy a delicious Shabbat meal, and connect with other young Jewish professionals in a relaxed and inviting home setting. Whether you’re new to the community or a regular at Olami Houston events, this promises to be a meaningful and enjoyable evening. ✨ What to expect: Delicious Shabbat dinner Great people and conversations A warm, uplifting Shabbat atmosphere. 💵 Cost: $15 per person 📍 Location: Exact address will be emailed upon registration Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve in advance! Reserve your spot today!

Friday evening Shabbat services held at the ERJCC Merfish Teen Center.

Join us as the Spring 2026 FEDU Cohort presents their final capstone project a celebration of community leadership, Jewish learning, and the creative ideas that will shape YAD’s future.This event will bring together both newcomers and leaders in our community, creating an inviting space to meet people, form connections, and learn about the many opportunities available within Houston’s young adult Jewish community. Whether you’re looking to make friends, get involved, or continue shaping your Jewish life in Houston, this gathering is the perfect place to start.

Celebrate Jewish-American Heritage Month with Holocaust Museum Houston and DaCamera. Enjoy an evening of music feature string quartet and piano and celebrating Jewish-American composers and their music.

Celebrate Jewish-American Heritage Month with Holocaust Museum Houston and DaCamera. Enjoy an evening of music feature string quartet and piano and celebrating Jewish-American composers and their music.

Join us for a deliciously engaging evening with celebrated chef and author Adeena Sussman as she shares her stories, flavors, and inspiration behind her latest cookbook, Zariz: 100 Easy, Breezy, Tel Aviv-y Recipes. In this lively discussion, guests will learn about the culinary journey that shaped Adeena’s recipes, the traditions that influenced her cooking, and moments in the kitchen that turned food into connection. Part conversation, part storytelling, this program invites guests to savor the meaning behind the meals we make and share. Following the program, guests are invited to meet Adeena Susman. The ticket price includes a copy of the book

AJC Houston in partnership with The Jesus Christ Church of Latter-Day Saints is proud to sponsor a screening of Truth and Treason plus a short dialogue following the film. Appetizers and drinks will be available before the film. We hope this film, showcasing our shared humanity, can be the start of mutual understanding between our communities. Register using the link today! Event location sent 48hrs ahead upon verified registration.

Get ready for an unforgettable Lag Ba’Omer Poolside BBQ—great food, flowing drinks, live music, and a fire pit lighting up the night by the water. 🔥🌊Join fellow Jewish young professionals for an epic evening of connection, vibes, and celebration you won’t want to miss!

Many people believe that magic has no place in Jewish tradition, but that could not be further from the truth. Come learn our ancient rabbis very Jewish teachings on astrology (what the stars and planets tell us), amulets (what they do and how to make them), numerology (number patterns & meanings) and more!

May the 4th Be With You! Think you know the galaxy far, far away? Put your knowledge to the test at our Star Wars Trivia Night! From young Padawans to seasoned Jedi Masters, all ages are welcome! Bring your friends, family, and fellow fans for a fun-filled evening of trivia, laughter, and a little friendly competition. Come dressed in your best Star Wars gear! Prizes, themed fun, and plenty of Star Wars spirit awaits!

Every month, a new space. A new energy. A new way to experience Shabbat together. Join us for Shabbat of the Month as we gather Houston’s Jewish young adults at an Orthodox synagogue to connect, pray, reflect, and celebrate in meaningful community. Together, we’ll welcome Shabbat with intention, tradition, and a warm, vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to deepen your connection, meet new people, or simply start your weekend feeling grounded and inspired, this is your space. Come as you are.

Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join Rabbi Mendelson for Torah on Tap, a casual evening of conversation, connection, and a little Torah learning. Each month we’ll meet at local breweries and distilleries around Houston to explore Jewish ideas, stories, and wisdom in a relaxed, down-to-earth setting. The first round of appetizers is on us! Open to young professionals and anyone who enjoys good company and conversation.

Part performance, part storytelling, jazz pianist, Joe Alterman shares timeless American music with fascinating Jewish stories woven into exploring the vibrant intersection of Jewish heritage and American music that defines a cultural legacy. Throughout the 20th century, Jews have always contributed to American popular music, from Irving Berlin’s timeless classics to Carole King’s chart-topping hits and beyond. According to Alterman, the Jewishness of the music is defined by its story and not necessarily by its melody.

An inspiring and powerful evening as we welcome Rabbi Leo Dee, who will share his personal journey of loss, faith, and strength in the aftermath of a tragic terror attack.

Together we will explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God and deepen our prayer with meditation and chanting. RSVP to KARENHURWITZ@KARENHURWITZ.COM

An afternoon dedicated to honoring the courageous women of the Israel Defense Forces’ Border Defense Array School. Through firsthand stories and powerful insights, guests will learn how their support helps strengthen Israel’s front-line defenders.

You’re invited to attend the opening reception for the beautiful artwork on display in the art gallery, created by the adult students in the JCC Ceramics and Art Studio classes.

Come for the ice cream, stay for the community, and experience for yourself why so many families and individuals have found a home at Congregation Brith Shalom.Considering synagogue membership? Come get a taste of our community at our Ice Cream Social! Meet new friends, chat with our clergy, and learn more about what makes our congregation so special.All ages are welcome!

Join for some quality bro time and yummy bites.

Join Moishe House Houston and Jewston for Shabbat boxes. A casual Shabbat celebration perfect for young adults in the community.

The Texas Jewish Historical Society (TJHS) is pleased to announce a special afternoon program and film screening at Holocaust Museum Houston on April 25, 2026, presented as part of the TJHS Annual Gathering. The featured documentary, Grit & Grace: How Jewish Women Built a Better Texas, received grant support from TJHS. Admission to the film is free of charge and advance reservations may be made through the Holocaust Museum Houston website.

Every month, a new space. A new energy. A new way to experience Shabbat together.Join us for Shabbat of the Month as we gather Houston’s Jewish young adults at a Reform synagogue in the Meyerland area at 6:30pm to connect, pray, reflect, and celebrate in meaningful community. Together, we’ll welcome Shabbat with intention, tradition, and a warm, vibrant atmosphere.Whether you’re looking to deepen your connection, meet new people, or simply start your weekend feeling grounded and inspired, this is your space. Come as you are.

Join us for Shabbat Services. Oneg begins at 6:00 pm with Shabbat Services at 6:30 pm led by Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss.

Welcome in Shabbat with a spiritually uplifting service led by Rabbi Gross and Mike Kahn, followed by a Dessert Oneg.

LGBTQ Jews are invited to team up with your Keshet Houston friends for an evening of schmoozing and trivia. The games start at 8:00 pm, but the bar fills up quickly, so try to come around 7:00. Please RSVP so we know how many tables to grab. However, your seat isn't guaranteed until you show up!

Rise Up: Heroes Independence Concert is a powerful musical experience featuring internationally acclaimed Israeli artist Gilad Segev. Blending live performance with moving storytelling, the concert honors extraordinary Jewish heroism and is a celebration of hope and uplifting stories of courage. Through stirring music and inspiring narratives, audiences are invited into a journey of remembrance, resilience and unity. This unforgettable program celebrates the strength that continues to shape the Jewish people. The concert transforms remembrance into a hopeful experience, uniting the Jewish people through somber reflection and uplifting celebration.

Together we will explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God and deepen our prayer with meditation and chanting. RSVP to KARENHURWITZ@KARENHURWITZ.COM

Experience the mosaic of cultures that bring Israel to life! From Africa to Europe to the Middle East, celebrate the unique blend of diversity that shapes the country!Our Yom Ha’Atzmaut celebration features fun for the whole family!

Join Houston’s vibrant Jewish community for the biggest Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration honoring Israel’s 78th Independence Day. Taking place on Wednesday, April 22 from 7:30–11:30 PM at a venue in Bellaire, this evening will bring together professionals from all across the community for a night of bites, drinks, music, dancing, and celebration of Israeli pride.

Israel's Memorial Day honoring the memory of our fallen soldiers and victims of terror. Please be sure to RSVP for all those attending with you. Strict security protocols and registration will be enforced at this event. At registration, please have your government issued ID available and ensure that the name matches your registration.Do not bring any personal bags, firearms, or weapons with you. You will not be allowed into the event.This is an official event by the Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest along with partnering organizations.

Join us for an art crawl with one of our own Lions as we explore her private collection.

Please join us in observance of Yom HaShoah, a day of remembrance for the 6,000,000 Jewish people who lost their lives during the Holocaust. During this annual commemoration, we will mourn the loss of all who perished, honor those who survived and come together as a community to remember and reflect.

The Margolis Gallery is pleased to welcome Debra Dickinson, M.A., to Congregation Beth Israel for a lecture and discussion on Hollywood and the famous Jewish performers whose photographs will be on display in the Gallery's exhibit, Broadway Legends by Mark Seliger.

Think you have what it takes to be the ultimate survivor? Get ready a wildly fun, Survivor-inspired night with H-Town Jews! We'll kick things off with Havdalah before dividing into tribes, choosing team names, and jumping into a lineup of over-the-top challenges-- think relay races, trivia, blindfolded puzzles, and plenty of unexpected twists. The winning tribe will then face a jury of their peers, and one member will earn the title of Sole Survivor.

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION &BINGO NIGHT FUNDRAISER!Saturday, April 18th doors open at 5:30pm.Full deli dinner and desserts from Kenny and Ziggy’sBingo cards for 10 games 6 cards/chances for each game.Cost is $60 per person early bird by March 25th and $72 beginning March 26thRegistration now open!For information or to donate and item to our silent auction please contact Beth Nelson at Beth@hcrj.org or call the office at 713-782-4162.

Experience the energy of Warehouse Shabbat with Rabbi Fixler, Cantor Simmons, and their live band on Friday, April 17! This adults-only evening blends powerful music, great company, and spirited prayer for an unforgettable night of connection and inspiration. Weather permitting, we are planning to enjoy the spring weather on the rooftop of the venue! All adults are welcome, whether young professionals or young at heart! Come, join us for this Shabbat service at an offsite venue in EaDo. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the service kicks off at 8:00 p.m.

Join us for Shabbat Services. Oneg begins at 6:00 pm with Shabbat Services at 6:30 pm led by Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss.

PANELISTSThe Honorable John Whitmire – Mayor of HoustonRabbi David Lyon – Senior Rabbi, Congregation Beth IsraelElena Marks – Senior Fellow in Health Policy, Rice University's Baker Institute for Public PolicyAnn B. Stern – President and CEO, Houston EndowmentMODERATOREllen Cohen – Former Houston Mayor Pro Tem

CELEBRATING AJC HOUSTON'S 80TH ANNIVERSARY, AJC Houston presents, Emmanuel Acho. Acho, UT Alumni, Former NFL Player, Bestselling Author of four books including Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew, and Emmy-Winning Host and Producer of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man. In a powerful dialogue on allyship, confronting extremism, and advancing interfaith collaboration, Emmanuel Acho—author of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew—will join Imam Abdullah Antepli, President of Rothko Chapel, and Rabbi Brian Strauss of Congregation Beth Yeshurun.

We will have a solemn proclamation read in commemoration of Yom HaShoah, at City Council public session. Suggested to arrive 1:15 (park, go through security, find seating, etc.). Proclamation will be read in the 1:30-2:00pm window.

Join us for a multi-generational program commemorating the Holocaust in homes around Greater Houston. Once you have registered, the Federation will place you at a home closest to your zip code, unless you request a specific location.

Join us for a program commemorating the holocaust from the memories of a survivor descendant.

Many people believe that magic has no place in Jewish tradition, but that could not be further from the truth. Come learn our ancient rabbis very Jewish teachings on astrology (what the stars and planets tell us), amulets (what they do and how to make them), numerology (number patterns & meanings) and more!

Join Holocaust Museum Houston for a night with Dr. Pamela Toler, Author of The Dragon from Chicago: The Untold Story of an American Reporter in Nazi Germany.

Join us for a relaxed evening of wine tasting, artisan cheese, and great conversation as we connect with others passionate about growing our local Jewish community. Whether you're new to the area or a long-time resident, affiliated or not, interfaith, LGBTQ, a Jew of color, or simply looking for connection, we welcome you!

Join us for Shabbat Services. Oneg begins at 6:00 pm with Shabbat Services at 6:30 pm led by Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss.

Welcome in Shabbat at 6:30pm with a spiritually uplifting service led by Rabbi Gross and Mike Kahn. Dessert Oneg to follow the service.

A series of intimate portraits of Broadway's most iconic performers.Mark Seliger is an American photographer and director known for his celebrity and political portraits. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, GQ, Vogue, and Elle. The Margolis Gallery is honored to welcome Mark, who will be in attendance at this event to discuss his work in detail.Light bites and refreshments will be served.

Join us for an end of Passover celebration full of leavened bread. Stop by for a quick bite or stay and chill with us! Please reach out directly with any questions. We will order special gluten free or dairy free dishes as needed ☺️Parking: Piola midtown has an easy parking garage right around the back.

Following the custom of the Baal Shem Tov, founder of Chassidism, Passover concludes with a "Feast of Moshiach." This festive meal complete with Matzah and, yes, four cups of wine, begins before sunset. It is the perfect way to spiritually take leave of Passover and open our consciousness to the coming redemption.

Pesach Shabbat Dinner for Young Jewish Professionals. Celebrate Shabbat and Pesach together with great company, delicious food, spirited conversation, and the warm YJP Houston atmosphere you love. Register by Tuesday for "advance" coupon!

Join QJews for our third annual Trans & Queer Liberation Seder. We will have food, fun, festivities, and time to reaffirm our community.

A Refreshingly Traditional Seder with Uptown Flare!

JOIN US FOR A PASSOVER SEDER EXPERIENCEKosher dinner, wine, Haggadah reading and Passover songs to sing along!$48 adult; $18 youngsters 13-18; under 13 free

Join us as we celebrate the festive ritual dinner during Passover. Seder is at 6:00 p.m. and dinner will begin at 7:00 p.m.The cost for dinner is $72 for adult members, $90 for adult non-members, $25 for children 12 and under.Register online and join us!

Learn from our ancestors! Gather with new and old friends to experience an authentic Pesach Seder with Uptown Flare!

Join CSK for our First Night Community Passover Seder led by Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss and Kelly Dean.

Watch party @ Kirby Ice House

Join us for a pickleball mixer! Meet other players, enjoy lighthearted competition and connect with the community. Complimentary food and beverages will be provided.

This dynamic workshop is designed for teen girls 13+ and adult women who want to build confidence and practical self-defense skills in a supportive environment. While open to all ages and experience levels, this session moves at a quicker pace and includes more hands-on drills to help participants practice and apply techniques in real-life scenarios.

Brunch is calling! Bagels, mimosas and more! 21+

Is there a special ring, brooch, necklace or other piece of jewelry that is an heirloom in your family? Do you have a special story or memory you can share about that special piece?Sisterhood is excited to be a co-sponsor of the closing night film, The Ring, at the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC’s Houston Film Festival. The Ring tells the story of a man who journeys with his daughter to find the ring that saved his Holocaust-survivor mother.Together we will enjoy a catered vegetarian dinner at the J and tell our tales about special heirloom pieces that belong to us. Spouses, partners, and friends are all welcome. Guests are encouraged to bring their heirloom item (or a photo). After dinner we will view the film in the J’s Kaplan theatre.Cost: $20 Sisterhood Members | $25 Public or Non-Sisterhood MembersRegistration Deadline: March 16. This is a space-limited event.Program registration does not include the film. Tickets must be purchased separately and are expected to sell out quickly.A dessert reception for all film attendees will follow the film.

Join us for Shabbat Services. Oneg begins at 6:00 pm with Shabbat Services at 6:30 pm led by Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss.

Join your Olami family for a fun and relaxing happy hour. A great opportunity to unwind and reconnect with friends while making new ones!We are excited to be hanging out at Social Beer Garden at 3101 San Jacinto St.!*Please Note: This is not a Kosher food establishment. We will be meeting for social gathering and drinks. See you there!

This Texas-wide virtual presentation is a unique opportunity to hear from ADL experts on the latest findings and receive guidance on data-driven, effective communication strategies for combatting antisemitism.

Holocaust Museum Houston is proud to present Resistance: They Fought Back as part of the Houston Jewish Film Festival.“We’ve all heard of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, but most people have no idea how widespread and prevalent Jewish resistance to Nazi barbarism was. Instead, it’s widely believed “Jews went to their deaths like sheep to the slaughter.” Filmed in Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Israel, and the U.S., Resistance – They Fought Back provides a much-needed corrective to this myth of Jewish passivity. There were uprisings in ghettos large and small, rebellions in death camps, and thousands of Jews fought Nazis in the forests. Everywhere in Eastern Europe, Jews waged campaigns of non-violent resistance against the Nazis.”

Looking for a chill night out with other Jewish young professionals? Join us for Torah On Tap — good beer, good people, and great conversations.No lectures. No pressure. Just a relaxed hang at Kirby Ice House where we’ll explore one interesting Jewish idea and see how it connects to real life.We’ll cover the first round 🍻 — you just show up.Whether you’re brand new to Jewish learning or just curious to meet other Jewish young professionals in Houston, this is an easy, welcoming space to jump in.Come for the drinks. Stay for the vibe.

A Unifi Network Event: A conversation on leadership, business, and professional journeys. Featuring speaker Dr. Ed Tietel.

Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston, IAC, AJC, The Israel Consulate, and Science Abroad for a series of lectures by an Israeli speaker in the field of science or business. This month featuring:🎤 Dr. James Grotta, Vascular Neurologist & Director, Mobile Stroke Unit, Memorial Hermann Hospital.🧠 Medical innovation – How I build The Houston Mobile Stroke Unit💡 Join us for an exclusive event exploring the groundbreaking Mobile Stroke Unit!🚑Discover how Dr. James Grotta launched the nation’s first Mobile Stroke Unit, and built powerful collaborations with the UT Stroke Team, the Houston Fire Department EMS, and regional stroke centers to save even more lives.🍷 Come for the inspiration, stay for the wine!📍 Location shared after registration

Happy Passover! Gather up to 10 friends for a passover seder meal on Jewston. You cook, we buy. Email Carly at carly@houstonhillel.org to reserve your Passover seder.

Sundays through May 18, 2026Intermediate Adult Hebrew: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.This year-long adult Hebrew class is beginning on September 14, and you are invited to participate! The intermediate adult Hebrew level class will focus on reading to increase prayer reading fluency. The course cost is $250 and includes materials.

Sundays through May 18, 2026Beginning Adult Hebrew: 10:30 a.m. – NoonThis year-long adult Hebrew class is beginning on September 14, and you are invited to participate! The beginning adult Hebrew class will focus on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and acquiring the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The course cost is $250 and includes materials.

Join other Jewish women for a special retelling of the Passover story through chocolate, highlighting the many important roles of women along the way. Our Chocolate Seder is a special way to get ready for Passover, and reminds us that freedom is sweet!For Jewish women (Bat Mitzvah and older)$18 per personSunday, March 22nd | 4:00pmPlease register by Friday, March 20th

After breaking box office records with their first film, the characters from Matchmaking return in this endearing romantic comedy set against Ashkenazi and Sephardic cultural tensions. Full of joy, warmth and the ultimate romantic entanglements, this refreshing and feel-good romantic drama brings us back to the pressure cooker of high-stakes Haredi dating. Endlessly witty, this film is a tender, side-splitting celebration of clashing traditions and big-hearted characters, starring some of Israel’s most dazzling young talents.Patron Sponsor: Bunny RadoffReception sponsored by the Doreen and Basil Joffe Endowment FundCommunity Partners: Business & Professional Women’s Networking Group of the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston; Houston Chapter of Hadassah; Rice University’s Program in Jewish Studies

Sip and serve at the Spring Swing Tennis Mixer!Limited spaces available.Register at the tennis desk at the Boniuk Family Indoor Tennis Center.

Join us for Shabbat Services. Oneg begins at 6:00 pm with Shabbat Services at 6:30 pm led by Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss.

Join MoHo Houston and Heights Moishe Pod in the Med Center for Shabbat blessings and drinks before heading over to Rodeo Houston for the night. Please buy your own grounds admission tickets for that evening.

This documentary chronicles retired Israeli general Noam Tibon’s heroic efforts to rescue his family from a besieged kibbutz during the October 7 attacks. Using the invaders’ archival and bodycam footage, interviews with survivors and Tibon’s personal accounts, the film unfolds with heart-pounding intensity. Set against the backdrop of one of Israel’s darkest days, the film is both a gripping cinematic retelling of an extraordinary rescue and an unflinching look at the failures and resilience revealed on October 7.This film contains disturbing content.Patron Sponsors: Ellen and Daniel TrachtenbergSponsored by June and Leonard GoldbergCommunity Partners: ADL Southwest; Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest; Hebrew Order of David – Lodge Galil & Lodge Tikvah

2026 Houston Jewish Film FestivalDrama | 2025 | 93 min | Israel | Arabic, HebrewDirected by Shai Carmeli-PollakIsrael’s official submission for the 2026 Academy Awards portrays Khaled, a Palestinian boy from the West Bank, embarking on a perilous journey to the sea for the first time in his life, despite being denied entry by the Israeli authorities. Determined to fulfill his dream, Khaled takes dangerous risks as he sneaks into Israel with no plan, no money and no knowledge of Hebrew. His father, Ribhi, an undocumented laborer working in Israel, abandons his job and risks arrest to search for his missing son. This quiet and lyrical film was nominated for 13 Israeli Academy Awards.Post-film discussion follows film.

Join Holocaust Museum Houston in the Boniuk Library for an afternoon discussion with local author Darlene Campos of her book The Center of the Earth. This historical fiction aimed middle grade and young adult readers, spins a historical fiction story based on interviews with Holocaust survivors who made their way to Ecuador. The “powerful, moving, and well-written” novel gives a heartwarming, yet heartwrenching look at what it means to be a family.Copies of the book will be available for purchase with a credit card.

2026 Houston Jewish Film Festival: New promising, entertaining and exceptional award-winning films are featured this year, bringing Jewish lives and stories to the big screen. With venues across town, the Festival, now in its 22nd year, shines the spotlight on Jewish and Israeli culture, art and history and features filmmakers and guest speakers/programming. We are excited to welcome you to this two-week immersion in Jewish cinema! All films at the J are reserved seating. Purchase your tickets early to ensure access to the event with your preferred seating!

Passover Dessert: Elegant and Flourless Rose MalabiJoin the Passover festivities with Chef Yotam Dolev, executive chef of Hamsa and Októ, and create a showstopping dessert to impress your guests. You’ll make flourless rose malabi, a creamy, fragrant treat topped with delicate rose syrup that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Whether you’re a new player or experienced, come by yourself, with a friend or your group and play mah jongg with Sisterhood! Players of all abilities are welcome. The evening will include a light dinner for $7. Please register using the link above or contact the Sisterhood office at 713.529.5771, ext. 233. Registration is a must!Whether you’re a new player or experienced, come by yourself, with a friend or your group and play mah jongg with Sisterhood! Players of all abilities are welcome. The evening will include a light dinner for $7. Registration is a must!

2026 Houston Film Festival - Satire | 1940 | 125 min | USA | EnglishThe Great Dictator was Charlie Chaplin’s first talkie—a bold, satirical attack on Hitler and fascism, years before the United States entered World War II. Chaplin used humor and his uncanny resemblance to Hitler to expose the tyranny and repression. Chaplin produced the film himself after studios warned that it would never be shown in the UK or the US; it was later nominated for five Academy Awards. This work of resistance is a powerful plea for democracy and humanity and remains highly relevant today.

Hey Houston! Join us for the Never Is Now Summit March 16-17, NYC – This is the 10th anniversary of the world's largest summit on antisemitism and hate.​

Rooted in Music...Reaching the Community. Honoring: Congregation Beth Yeshurun With the Heart Full of Love AwardConcert Performed by: Cantor Vadim Tunitsky (Alexander JFS Music and Spirit Program Director), Kathleen Holder (mezzo soprano), Yana Didyk (Pianist) and Alexi Trakhtman (Guest Pianist).The concert can be attended in-person or join the meeting via livestream

Come hang out with us for a chill walk in Herman Park.

2026 Houston Jewish Film Festival: New promising, entertaining and exceptional award-winning films are featured this year, bringing Jewish lives and stories to the big screen. Documentary | 2024 | 88 min | USA | English, French, GermanDirector Oren Rudavsky in attendance at this screening.Elie Wiesel’s life journey, from his family’s deportation to his legacy as a writer and human rights advocate, is narrated in his own eloquent voice. With unique access to personal archives, original interviews and employing hand-painted animation, the film stands as a testament to an extraordinary man who helped shape our collective memory of the darkest chapter of the twentieth century. This documentary is an intimate encounter with Wiesel’s humanity and determination to inspire action against injustice.

Anat Ronen is a Houston-based artist known for her large-scale murals and public artworks. Since moving to the US in 2006 from Israel, she has built an international career creating site-specific works.Anat started collecting old family photos during the pandemic. When painting from these references in large scale, those moments become time portals; they also become a collective memory.The exhibition invites us to reflect on the rituals of analog photography and preservation, embracing the impermanence of what we try to hold onto. With nostalgia and a desire to push the boundaries of her artistic practice, Anat weaves together these personal and anonymous images into a statement about the stories we carry and how we preserve them.Come meet Anat and see a live painting of her work.