Celebrate Arts at the J this February

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Paul Liptz

Israel: A Country in Crisis: What Do We Do Now? Tuesday, February 13 | 12:00 PM

Join us for a lunch & learn with 2023 Bunny and Leo Horvitz Scholar-in-Residence, Paul Liptz live, from his home in Israel. Paul Liptz, social historian and scholar will discuss the current challenges Israel is facing with the war.

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Keren Peles Trio

Saturday, February 17 | 8:00 PM

Don’t miss this unforgettable performance with award-winning Israeli singer and composer, Keren Peles. Peles’ albums have been certified gold and in 2021, she was awarded Composer of the Year by the Society of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (ACUM) in Israel.

family

The Crescent Circus

Sunday, February 18 | 4:00 PM Monday, February 19 | 1:30 PM

Join us for an afternoon of magic, juggling, comedy and more with The Crescent Circus! Fusing international award-winning magic and circus arts, The Crescent Circus is an interactive show the whole family can enjoy!

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Dan Levy

Saturday, February 24 | 8:00 PM

Dan Levy has made appearances on Seth Meyers, James Corden and Comedy Central Presents, and his comedy album, Congrats on Your Success, premiered as number three on iTunes. As a TV writer, Levy has worked on The Goldbergs, How I Met Your Father and created and show ran the NBC series Indebted.

All programs will be held at the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC Milton Levit Family Campus unless notated with the map icon (shown left).

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Shepherd School of Music Concert: Sounds of the Sephardic Diaspora Presented by Congregation Emanu El and the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC Sunday, February 25 | 4:00 PM

At Congregation Emanu El | 1500 Sunset Blvd Enjoy an afternoon of music by composers who were influenced by their Jewish or Sephardic heritage, featuring Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco.

We are honored to be joined by his granddaughter, Diana Castelnuovo-Tedesco, who will teach us about her grandfather’s life, music and legacy.

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Rosanne Leipzig

Honest Aging: An Insider’s Guide to the Second Half of Life Tuesday, February 27 | 1:00 PM

Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, a geriatrics specialist, offers this indispensable guide to the second half of life, describing what to expect physically, psychologically, functionally and emotionally as you age.

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Ben Noam

Ben Noam: New Works February 29 - March 29 Gallery Opening Thursday, February 29 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

New York based artist, Ben Noam will be presenting new works in an exhibition that deals with contemporary Judaica and Jewish identity in today’s society. The Exhibition will feature a series of charcoal drawings and Ben’s ceramic mushroom menorah that are for sale at The Jewish Museum in New York City.

jewish learning classes

5000 Years of Synagogue Architecture in the Land of Israel | Instructor: Bernice Heilbrunn | February 27 - April 9 Jewish Treasures at the MFAH | Instructor: Beth Schneider | March 21 - April 11 Early Antisemitism from the Year Zero to the Crusades | Instructor: Mark Levine | March 21 - April 18

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For more event details and to purchase tickets, simply scan the QR code! Questions? Contact Marissa Cardona at 713-551-7215.

Houston Jewish Film Festival | March 24 - April 4 I’m Not a Comedian...I’m Lenny Bruce | April 6 & 7

culinary classes Knead to Know: Challah Braiding Thursday, February 8 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Pasta Palooza for Teens Sunday, February 11 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM A Night Out: Dinner in Paris Thursday, February 15 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Ziggy’s Deli Delights: A Culinary Journey with a Master Thursday, February 22 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Flavorful & Flourless: Gluten-Free Baking Fun for Kids Sunday, March 3 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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