houston hillel spring 09 calendar
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Our Spring 09 calendar of eventsTRANSCRIPT
Super Sunday Sunday, Jan 11 Jewish Community Center
Tu b’Shevat Tree PlantingSunday, Feb 8 Location TBACelebrate the Jewish New Year for trees and help the community by planting trees that were destroyed around Houston during Hurricane Ike!
Alternative Spring Break Trips with HillelRice and UH Spring Breaks, 2009Call or email Tamara, who is putting together trips for UH and Rice students.
Stitch & BitchCheck the Falafel for date Hillel Student CenterThere’s nothing like stitching and, er.. um... schmoozing! Novice and experienced knitters, spend an evening knitting scarves for M.D. Anderson cancer patients recovering from mastectomies.
American Cancer Society Relay For LifeAn overnight walk that celebrates and remembers those affected by cancer.
Pancakes for Parkinson’sCall us about this community service project in conjunction with Team Fox.
PB&J for SEARCHWe’ll make PB&J sandwiches for SEARCH Homeless Services.
Hilda & Hershel Rich Community Service Project at Rice UniversityCheck the Falafel for this community service opportunity in honor of Hilda and Hershel, who met at Rice’s Menorah Society (the precursor to Hillel)!
Weekly (or so) Events
PassoverShabbat
Explore Judaism
Social & Such
GAP
Weekly Shabbat Services & DinnersEvery Friday night at 6:30 pm, Jewish students and young professionals gather at the Houston Hillel Student Center for Shabbat services and a free delicious meal. Watch your email for monthly GAP Shabbat dinners at homes around Houston.
Arrive at 6:00 pm on the last Friday of each month for a Service Leading Workshop with Rabbi Weiss. Leading services is easier than you think!
January 9 Shabbat on Campus at RiceJanuary 16 Indian Food Shabbat at Hillel GAP Shabbat Dinner - Check the Falafel for locationJanuary 23 Sushi Shabbat at HillelJanuary 30 70’s Shabbat at HillelFebruary 6 Rice Shabbat at President David Leebron’s home Shabbat on Campus at UHFebruary 13 Valentine’s Day Sock Hop Shabbat at HillelFebruary 20 Outer Space Shabbat at HillelFebruary 27 Rodeo Shabbat at Hillel GAP Shabbat dinner - Check the Falafel for locationMarch 6 Purim Shabbat at UH ZBT HouseMarch 13 Purim Shabbat at Rice March 20 Israeli Shabbat at HillelMarch 27 Disney Shabbat at Hillel GAP Shabbat dinner - Check the Falafel for locationApril 3 Rock and Roll Shabbat at Hillel April 10 Passover Shabbat at HillelApril 17 Under the Sea Shabbat at HillelApril 24 Italian Shabbat at Hillel GAP Shabbat dinner - Check the Falafel for locationMay 1 Picnic Shabbat - Check the Falafel for location
Rice Lunch & LearnEvery Monday at Noon Brochstein PavilionHang with Rabbi Kenny, enjoy a free lunch, and schmooze about a variety of Jewish issues. Stop by once in a while or each week.
UH LunchesEvery Tuesday Hillel’s UH Student LoungeEnjoy a FREE lunch with Houston Hillel in our cool Student Lounge in the A.D. Bruce Religion Center. No RSVP required. We’ll be there with food from late morning to afternoon.
Jews & BrewsTuesdays from 8 -10 pm The Gingerman in the VillageJan 6 & 20; Feb 3 & 17; Mar 3, 17 & 31; Ap 28 & May 12 Jews and Brews. The name says it all.
Run with the RabbiEvery Wednesday at 8 am Rice Running LoopCelebrate the middle of the week with an easy jog and some schmoozing with Rabbi Weiss. You can meet Kenny at Hillel at 8 am as he heads down Ashby to Rice Entrance 20, or find him as he take a clockwise lap or two.
Shabbat Services and DinnerEvery Friday night at 6:30 pm Hillel Student CenterYou’re always welcome at Houston Hillel for a free Shabbat dinner.
Hang with Tamara and Kenny at Rice & UHCheck the Falafel for weekly opportunities for Tamara and Kenny to buy you a Cup O’ Joe and a snack while you schmooze about anything at all.
Get High with Rebecca at the UH Rock WallVarious times UH Recreation & Wellness CenterWant to get high? In your free time climb the UH rock wall with Rebecca Dupree, Hillel’s UH Student President. Admission is free for UH students and $7 for non-UH students. Shoes, harnesses, helmets, and chalk bags are pro-vided. For more information and to arrange a meeting time, please contact Rebecca at 832-758-4776 or [email protected].
Texas Medical Center GatheringsJoin the Jewish population of the Texas Medical Center - students and faculty - for a chance to schmooze and socialize.
Student Board MeetingsOur various Student Board meetings are a great way to get involved and meet other students. Check the Falafel for times and locations or contact Tamara for the info - [email protected].
Rice Lunch & LearnEvery Monday at Noon Brochstein PavilionHang with Rabbi Kenny, enjoy a free lunch, and schmooze about a variety of Jewish issues. Stop by once in a while or each week.
Service Leading WorkshopsLast Friday night of each month at 6 pm Hillel Student CenterJan 30, Feb 27, and March 27It’s not so difficult to lead services - and it’s a lot of fun. Stop by and Rabbi Weiss will teach you all the basics.
Tu b’Shevat Tree PlantingSunday, Feb 8thCelebrate the Jewish New Year for trees and help the community by planting trees that were destroyed around Houston during Hurricane Ike!
HavdeliSaturday, March 28th at 6:30pm Rice University Enjoy Havdalah and a deli dinner with your friends at Rice University to mark the end of Shabbat.
Mishloach Manot & HamentaschenWhat’s Purim - or any Jewish holiday - without some food? We’ll eat some ourselves and create some to give away!
Purim Shabbat CelebrationsFriday, March 6 ZBT House at UHFriday, March 13 Rice UniversityTwo wild Purim nights of costumes, food, and fun!
Kosher Cooking & Challah Baking with Rabbi Amy WeissCheck the Falafel for the date and time Hillel Student CenterLearn how to bake challah from scratch, as well as some other favorite Jewish foods! And best of all, take your delicious baked goods home to enjoy, if they even make it that far!
Jewish Conference OpportunitiesIsrael advocacy, eco-Zionism, NUJLS (the National Union of Jewish Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, and Intersex Students), or just a weekend with other Jewish college students - there’s a conference for every interest. Check the Falafel for the possibilities. Worried about the steep airfare and registration fees? Give Rabbi Kenny Weiss a call and he’ll make sure that money is never a reason to stay in Houston.
Cohen House Lunch Monday, Jan 5 at noon Rice University Cohen HouseIt’s the first day of classes - do we need another reason to munch at the Cohen House?
Welcome Back Ice Cream SocialWednesday, Jan 21 at 7pm Amy’s Ice CreamKick off the new semester with an array of all your favorite ice cream flavors at Amy’s Ice Cream! Ice cream is on you – but exciting raffle prizes are on us!
Ice SkatingThursday, Jan 29 at 8 pm Polar Ice Rink at the GalleriaJust because it’s not wintery outside in Houston, doesn’t mean you can’t ice skate!
Superbowl Watch PartySunday, Feb 1 Hillel Student CenterWatch the Superbowl on the big-screen, with good food and friends at Houston Hillel.
Hebrew Hammer Movie NightThursday, Feb 19 at 7pm Hillel Student CenterNeed a good laugh? Come to Hillel to watch Comedy Central’s ever-so-hilarious Hebrew Hammer.
Late Night BowlingWednesday, March 11 at 9 pm Palace Lanes$5 for all the bowling you can handle.
Jewish Student Music RecitalContact Kenny if you’d like to participate in this great opportunity.
Israeli, Salsa & Swing DancingWatch the Falafel for dates, and learn to dance the night away…
Blue Bell Ice Cream Factory TourKeep your eye out for a fun trip to the Blue Bell Ice Cream Factory!
Aeros Hockey GameWatch the Falafel for the details
Hillel Goes CampingSo many of you asked for a weekend camping trip that we’re ready to pull out the sleeping bags and make s’mores! Send an email to Tamara if you’re interested - [email protected] - and we’ll set a date.
Finals Study BreaksWhen you’re cramming for exams it’s time for a study break with Houston Hillel. Check the Falafel for times and places.
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Passover Shopping TripsAfraid you’ll be stuck with the munchies and not a macaroon or matzah insight? Call Tamara and she’ll take you shopping for Passover!
Free Kosher for Passover MealsHouston Hillel offers students FREE kosher for Passover lunches at UH and Rice and dinners at the Hillel Student Center ($10 each for non-students). How do you get yours? Just RSVP to Tamara at [email protected]. Rice lunches in the Kelly Lounge Ap 13, 14, 15 & 16. UH lunches in the UH Hillel Lounge Ap 13, 14, 15 & 16. Dinners at the Hillel Student Center Ap 10, 13, 14 & 15.
1st Night Seder at Houston HillelWednesday, Ap 8 at 6:30 pm Hillel Student CenterA Passover Seder for students, led by students. RSVP to Tamara and let us know if you want to help lead the Seder!
Home Hospitality SedersLet us know if you prefer home hospitality for either Seder.
Bring Back the Bread with Houston HillelThursday, April 16 Check the Falafel for the locationWe can’t think of a better way to end the matzah madness.
Jews & BrewsTuesdays from 8 -10 pm The Gingerman in the VillageJan 6 & 20; Feb 3 & 17; Mar 3, 17 & 31; Ap 28 & May 12 Jews and Brews. The name says it all.
GAP Shabbat DinnersFridays at 7:30 pm Check the Falafel for locationJan 16, Feb 27, Mar 27 & April 24 Join us for a Shabbat dinner for graduate students and young professionals.
St. Arnold’s Brewery TourSaturday, Jan 31st at 1pm St. Arnold’s BreweryWas he Jewish? Who cares! Let’s check out the beer!
Jewish Job FairEver thought about becoming a Jewish professional? Now’s your chance to learn more and check out local job opportunities. Watch for more information.
Gals Only Poker PotluckCheck the Falafel for times and locationPlay Poker without men around! Every other Wednesday at Gail’s apartment; bring a small dinner dish. Never played before? We’ll teach you!
Med/Law DinnerCheck the Falafel for date and locationDon’t miss this opportunity to explore some medical malpractice!
Texas Medical Center LunchesEvery other week Texas Medical CenterJoin the Jewish population of the Texas Medical Center - students and faculty - for a chance to schmooze, socialize and learn together.
Law School LunchesWatch the Falafel for the latest times and dates of free lunches and events at the University of Houston Law Center and South Texas College of Law.
This semester’s Medical Center & Law School ethics lunches are sponsored by the Alfred & Ethyl Herzstein Charitable Fdn.
Have You Thought About Going to Israel?Experience Israel firsthand with Houston Hillel and Birthright Israel – a FREE 10 day trip to the Holy Land! If you are 18-26 and have never been on a peer-trip to Israel, contact Tamara to find out how you can go this summer! There will also be an exclusive 21+ Israel trip for young professionals from Houston!
Sababa!Check out Sababa at the University of Houston. Sababa is an independent student group dedicated to Israeli life and culture. Learn more at www.uhsababa.org. Look for events this spring celebrating Tel Aviv’s 100th Anniversary, remembering the Holocaust, art exhibitions, Israel on Campus Coalition speakers, and partnerships with Caravan for Democracy and the Israeli Consulate.
Spring 2009
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Spring Calendar 2009