Create a Jewish Life Your Way

Kick off 2026 with intention, conversation, and community at our YAD x FedU Happy Hour. This guided social experience for Jewish young adults blends reflection, goal-setting, and meaningful networking—all in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Move through a three-part journey exploring your past, present, and future with interactive prompts that spark genuine conversation. Afterward, join everyone in the Speakeasy for drinks, music, and open networking. Whether you’re new to the community or looking to deepen your ties, this is the perfect way to start the year with purpose and great company.

Houston is a very diverse city. This series will offer an opportunity to learn about the faith traditions from some of our neighbors in a dialog with Rabbi Morgen. January 15 - Ajit Giani: Bahai Faith January 22 - Kailash Dangayach: Hindu Dharma January 29 - Matthias Henze: The Jewish Jesus: Jews and Christians reading Jewish texts 3 Weeks (January 15, 22, 29) 7 – 8:30p | light bites at 7 with the session beginning at 7:15 Cost: $36 for series

Join us for a PKL Social Play & Schmooze! Per PKL policy, the event time cannot be confirmed until 7 days in advance. We’ll do our best to secure a start time of 7:00 PM or later.

YJP Partners with Moishe Pod this week for Meat Tacos Dinner, Class & Social

Perhaps you have been curious about the Talmud, but thought it was complex and inaccessible to anyone lacking expensive training. Not anymore. Our brand new Talmud Learning Initiative introduces an innovative entry. Find out for yourself!

Great food, great learning and great people. Come for dinner, stay for the class, and leave with new friends.

LIMITED SPOTS! 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!

Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston, the Israeli American Council, ScienceAbroad, the Israeli Consulate General to the Southwest, and AJC Houston, Science & Business at the Bar is a series of lectures by a Jewish speaker in the field of science or business. This month's topic is "The Energy Capital of the World: The Global Energy Ecosystem and Houston's Role & Connections to Israel." The speaker, Neil Segel, is the Head of Energy Strategy and Client Development at the international law firm Baker Botts. Neil will walk through the basics of how the global energy system actually works, what’s changing, and why Houston now sits at the center of almost every major energy innovation on the planet far beyond oil & gas. He'll also share about Houston’s deep ties to Israel’s energy story—from Tamar and Leviathan to Chevron’s presence and emerging collaborations in cybersecurity, clean tech, and the water-energy nexus.

Join us for another awesome Torah On Tap. The place to enjoy good beer and engaging conversations. We’ll cover the beers 🍻 — you bring your curiosity and good vibes. Together, we’ll dive into meaningful conversations about Judaism, life, and everything in between, all in a laid-back bar setting. It’s the perfect mix of great company, cold drinks, and inspiring discussions. Whether you’re new to Jewish learning or already engaged, you’ll feel right at home. For this session we'll be checking out Wicklow Heights. See you there!

LIMITED SPOTS! 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.

Congregation Beth Israel's Adult Education Committee is pleased to welcome Ted Deutch, Chief Executive Officer of American Jewish Committee (AJC) who served 12+ years in the U.S. House of Representatives. Ted will share insights into AJC's vital role on the global stage, including its often behind-the-scenes diplomatic efforts on behalf of Jewish communities and others worldwide. He'll be joined in conversation by AJC National President and Congregation Beth Israel Past President Bobby Lapin, who will moderate a thoughtful discussion on Israel, rising antisemitism, and other pressing issues shaping our world today.

Mah Jongg class, seasoned drop-in game and beginners too! Mondays from 6:30-8:30pm Interested in learning to play Mah Jongg or are a beginner wanting to get more playing time, or a seasoned player, please join us! Copies of cards and sets provided. Please contact Beth Nelson at Beth@HCRJ.org. Jan. 12, 19, & 26.

The Baker Institute for Public Policy welcomes Ted Deutch, CEO of the American Jewish Committee and former chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East, for a wide-ranging conversation with Ambassador David M. Satterfield, director of the Baker Institute.

Donating blood is one of the best ways that you can help another person, and you can help as many as three people with your donation, so please donate if you can! The Drive will operate BY APPOINTMENT. However we will welcome walk-ins, but appointments will be given preference.

FREE HOODIE when you donate blood! Join us for our first all-congregation Mitzvah Day! Spend the morning giving back in meaningful, hands-on ways.There will be many opportunities to help, open for all ages, including (but not limited to):🩸 Blood donations through Gulf Coast Blood Bank- Few spots left! No cost to join; donations are appreciated to help cover supplies.

Join Congregation Shma Koleinu for Shabbat Services . Our Oneg begins at 6:00 pm with Shabbat Services beginning at 6:30 pm.

Come gather with Jews from across diverse communities for a soulful Shabbat experience at Temple Beth Am in sunny Los Angeles, California. This incredible Shabbaton is a chance to experience innovative tefilla (prayer), make connections, and bask in the peace of Shabbat.

New Year, new vibes, same love. Join us for Israeli rock music. Includes 1st drink! Come join us for our 1st event of the year!

Join Olami Houston for an evening of connection, inspiration, and great food at our Guys’ Night – Learning & Grilling event!

Every Wednesday, 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

A very special evening with Dr. Michael Berenbaum as he presents the Spector/Warren Fellowship Public Lecture: Resilience and Resistance During the Holocaust: Lessons for Today. Dr. Berenbaum is the Director of the Sigi Ziering Institute, Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, American Jewish University. Dr. Berenbaum is also a writer, lecturer, and conceptual designer of museums and the development of historical films. He is the author and editor of twenty-four books, scores of scholarly articles, and hundreds of journalistic pieces.

Join Congregation Shma Koleinu for Shabbat Services . Our Oneg begins at 6:00 pm with Shabbat Services beginning at 6:30 pm.

Kick off the new year with a warm Shabbat dinner, great people, and the kind of energy you want to carry into the months ahead.

Come join us for a classic tradition of Chinese food and a movie! $15 per person and $36 per family.