Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism

Dad’s Day 5K, 3K Family Run/Walk and 1K Kids Walk

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Celebrate Father’s Day Weekend with HCRJ!

On June 18 at 7:30 AM, participate in a race with fellow HCRJ members and families in downtown Houston!   Run or walk in one of the three race options:  5K (3.1 miles), 3K (1.86 miles) and 1K (.62 miles).

The 5K and 3K race participants receive a technical, gender-specific t-shirt. All kids 12 and under who finish the Kids 1K, receive a commemorative medal and a super hero cape. Free family photos will also be taken!

Registration prices range from $10-$35 depending on race choice and age. This event benefits prostate cancer education and awareness.

To sign up, please contact Justin at 713-782-4162 or admin@hcrj.org.

Adult He-Brew Classes

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Do you like beer? Learn the differences between Pilsner and an Ale! Learn how to brew at our Adult He-Brew (she can brew too) Class. Join us at our first meeting to plan our first project – brewing for Rabbi Gross’ 10th anniversary party at HCRJ. At this meeting, we will plan a timeline and discuss what types of beer we will want to make. Additionally, we will discuss what we want to accomplish as a group as this evolves.

Our first meeting will take place on Sunday, January 24 at 10:30AM. For more information or to RSVP, send a note to hcrj@hcrj.org.

 

 

High Holy Day Baking Day

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Come join us as we bake for our Rosh Hashanah Oneg and Break the Fast Meal.  Meet new friends as we prepare goodies to stock the freezer in anticipation of the High Holy Days.

 

We will meet in the HCRJ Kitchen at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, September 9th.  The temple will supply the flour, white sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking powder, baking soda and cooking spray.

Please bring your favorite recipes and any special ingredients and baking pan(s) you will need.

RSVP to the temple office at 713-782-4162 or admin@hcrj.org.

Splashtown for 6th – 8th Graders

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Cool down with your friends at Splashtown!

 

Join other 6th through 8th graders from around Houston for a day of fun. A bus will leave from ERJCC on North Braeswood between Chimney Rock and Hilcroft at 12 PM (Noon) and return around 6:00 PM.

The cost is $45 per person. Please register in advance by emailing Michelle Renfrow at hcrjyouth@hcrj.org.

August Sup & Swap

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What Was Your Best Summer Read?

 

 

SWAP:  Bring your favorite “Summer Beach Read” to swap with the group and be prepared to explain why you like it.

SUP:  Bring a summertime beach picnic dish to share with the group.  Plan on a group of 20.

Please RSVP to the temple administrator at admin@hcrj.org so we know how many will attend and let us know what dish you plan to bring.

Golden Nugget Senior Chai Trip

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Come try your luck and earn a buck (or hopefully more).  Join us on this day trip to the newly opened Golden Nugget in Lake Charles, LA.  Bus will depart from and return to HCRJ.

All who register will receive a $20 food credit at the casino.  Reserve your space now by registering with the temple office at 713-782-4162 or hcrj@hcrj.org.

Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism is proud to launch Senior Chai. Through a variety of social, educational and recreational activities, the Senior Chai program is dedicated to enriching the lives of those 60 and above.  All programming is open to the Jewish community. This program is generously underwritten in memory of David and Mozelle Barg and Robert Shelby.

To Life, To Life, L’Chaim * Cantor Concert

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Join our Senior Chai group and the Friends of the Cantor for a beautiful afternoon of music with Cantor Tunitsky honoring Houston Holocaust Survivors and Houston’s Senior Community.

The concert starts at 2 PM and will feature the Cantor’s majestic voice and amazing talent on the violin.  He will be joined by Yanina Didyk on piano.

All are invited and welcome.

Learn more about Cantor Tunitsky.

Yoga Class – Senior Chai

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Are you a senior looking to increase your strength and stamina or balance and flexibility?  Join us for this class taught by Suzy Shapiro, a certified yoga instructor, for a new sense of well-being.

RSVP to Justin at hcrjadmin@hcrj.org or 713-782-4162.  First class is free. Other classes will be prorated at $10/class for those just joining. $15 for walk-ins.

Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism is proud to launch Senior Chai. Through a variety of social, educational and recreational activities, the Senior Chai program is dedicated to enriching the lives of those 60 and above.  All programming is open to the Jewish community. This program is generously underwritten in memory of David and Mozelle Barg and Robert Shelby.

 

Legacy Letter Class

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What used to be called an “Ethical Will” is now often called a “Legacy Letter.”  With the dawn of the electronic age, more options have become available.

In this three-session class, we will explore the possibilities of putting pen to paper, recording your thoughts on videotape, creating a slide show set to music ; or a picture book of favorite memories.