Jewish Journeys

Explore, celebrate, and connect through meaningful Jewish experiences at the Barshop JCC.

Celebrate Jewish Life Through Community Events

The Barshop JCC’s Jewish Journeys program offers a variety of events that bring Jewish traditions to life. From festive holiday celebrations to communal gatherings, these experiences are designed to engage individuals and families of all backgrounds.

Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM)

Join us as the Barshop Jewish Community Center and its partners present the 2nd annual series of arts and humanities events celebrating the richness of Jewish culture and traditions, with programs centered around Celebration, Community, Film, Israel, Literature, and Remembrance.

Throughout the month, An Artistic Journey will be on display, featuring works by Jewish artist Susan Butler. Stop by to experience this special exhibit.

The Fogiel Gift Shop: 18% off storewide during the month of May. *Excludes An Artistic Journey artwork.

Keep scrolling to explore all upcoming JAHM events.

April 22, 2026

6:00 – 9:00 PM

Yom Ha’zikaron & Yom Ha’atzmaut, featuring Hillel San Antonio

Commemoration 6:00 PM Celebration 7:00 PM

May 3, 2026

4:00 – 6:00 PM

JFSA: PJ JAHM At The Park

Celebrate Jewish American heroes with PJ Library San Antonio at this family-friendly superhero event.

May 3, 2026

4:00 PM

Author Rachel Cockerell

Melting Point: Family, Memory, and the Search for a Promised Land

May 7, 2026

7:00 PM

JCC LoneStar Cinema

Film Screening: Death & Taxes

May 17, 2026

12 – 3:00 PM

HFLA-SA Community Picnic & Fun Day at the J!

A Texas-style Family Fun Day with food, music, inflatables, face painting, and fun for all ages.

May 28, 2026

7:00 PM

JCC LoneStar Cinema

Film Screening: Grit & Grace: How Jewish Women Built a Better Texas

May 31, 2026

11:00 AM

JCC Annual Meeting

Reflect on the year and look ahead to what’s next!

May 31, 2026

1:00 PM

Jewish Community Day

Corpus Christi Hooks vs. San Antonio Missions

Nelson Wolff Municipal Stadium

Jewish Community Day at the Missions Game
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May 31, 2026, 1:00 PM Join us at the ballpark to watch the San Antonio Missions take on the Corpus Christi Hooks in their first ever Jewish Community Day!
JCC Annual Meeting
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May 31, 2026, 11:00 AM Join us for our 2026 JCC Annual Meeting as we recognize those who make our community thrive, install our new board members, and take a look back at the year that was. Location: Holzman Auditorium on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community
HFLA-SA Community Picnic and Fun Day at the J!
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May 17, 2026, 12:00 – 3:00 PM This event is free and open to the community. * Food for purchase* Purchase Raffle tickets here: https://www.hfla-sa.org/event-details/raffle-tickets-for-hfla-sa-community-picnic-fun-day-at-the-j-are-available-to-purchase-online-or-at-the-picnic Thank you to our partners: San Antonio B'nai Brith Lodge 2176, Congregation Rodfei Sholom, Bar Yadin Family Foundation, Congration Agudas Achim, Jewish Federation of San Antonio, San Antonio Jewish Senior Services, Jewish War Veterans Post 753, Temple Beth El and Big State Financial
JAHM Film: Grit & Grace: How Jewish Women Built a Better Texas
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May 28, 2026, 7:00PM Grit & Grace: How Jewish Women Built a Better Texas is a documentary film serving up a sweet & savory Texas-style blend of trailblazing tales. From El Paso to Houston and all points in between, ride along as we explore the lives of five pioneering women who chart their own course, helping others along the way by expanding access to education, healthcare, arts and culture, and the inherently American right to vote. USA Released: 2025 English 52 Minutes Discussion following the film with the filmmaker Barbara Rosenthal Tickets: $15 Admission includes concessions Reception prior to film: Details to follow
JAHM Film: Death & Taxes
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May 7, 2026, 7:00PM DEATH & TAXES is a feature documentary about wealth, inequality and the American Dream, viewed through the lens of the estate tax and the very personal story of a father and son at odds over what kind of inheritance we want to leave our kids and our country. USA Released: 2024 English 85 Minutes Tickets: $15 Admission includes concessions Doors Open at 6:30
Yom Ha’zikaron & Yom Ha’atzmaut, featuring Hillel San Antonio
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April 22, 2026, 6:00 – 9:00 PM We will commemorate Yom HaZikaron (Israeli Memorial Day) with a meaningful ceremony to honor fallen soldiers and victims of terror. We will then begin celebrating Yom HaAtzmaut (Israeli Independence Day) with fun for the whole family.

The Fogiel Gift Shop

Located on the Main Level of the Campus of the Jewish Community, the Fogiel Gift Shop offers a wide variety of items for all your gift-giving needs. Are you searching for a Bar or Bat Mitzvah gift? Attending a wedding? How about looking for something for an upcoming holiday? Look no further! We carry a unique selection of Judaica, jewelry, home décor, and more

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday-Sunday Closed
Tuesday & Thursday Closed

Contact Us

Call 210-302-6863 for questions and more information about merchandise we offer.

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