Community Events
Kehilla Calendar
Kehilla means community, and our Kehilla Calendar is your hub for Jewish life, from Jewish holiday celebrations and speaker series to family programs. Featuring only events hosted or sponsored by local Jewish organizations, it’s the best way to stay connected.
Questions? Contact communications@jfedstl.org.
Community Calendar
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Every Monday, from 10 AM to 4 PM, join us at the Mirowitz Center to play Mahjong, bridge, poker, or Mexican Train dominoes – whatever you like!You may bring your own snacks to enjoy and share. No reservations are necessary for these weekly games, but please plan to coordinate your […]
Free
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Mirowitz Center's tech teacher, Larry Edison, offers one-on-one technology sessions every Monday. As a qualified instructor, Larry possesses the knowledge and teaching skills to simplify complex concepts and make them easily understandable. Whether you have an Apple or Windows device, Larry will work to provide individual attention and assistance tailored […]
Free
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Fitness With An Edge is an energetic fitness class utilizing martial arts techniques and combinations. The class is taught by a fitness instructor and black belt holder, Lucy Foxman. All techniques and combinations will be demonstrated both sitting and standing. Some of the expected benefits from Fitness With An Edge […]
$5
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We are thrilled to welcome St. Louis native and treasured member of our community, Tamar Sher, as our next special guest on Coffee Talk. Tamar is a Sports Anchor/Reporter at KMOV and serves as a reporter for the Saint Louis University Billikens men’s basketball team. She was named the 2025 […]
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The news can be upsetting and concerning – so join the conversation with a community that values knowledge, respect, and the art of informed opinions. Expertly moderated by Harvey Gerstein and Marilyn Alton, this is a forum for thoughtful discussion about the most pressing news stories of the week. This […]
Free
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Led by Nikki Adams, MSW, LMSW, a trained facilitator with Provident Behavioral Health, MindMatters is a safe, welcoming space to share experiences, feelings, and thoughts with other older adults experiencing the challenges of aging and all that comes with it. This support group meets monthly – come as often as […]
Free
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4 events,
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Join instructor Leigh Cohen for an exercise class designed especially for seniors to build strength and endurance. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Tired of resetting your password all the time? Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison will review password basics before exploring options like single sign-on, passkeys, multi-factor authentication, and password managers. Learn why these password alternatives are safe ways to simplify your digital life and keep your personal information secure. LOCATION:The J […]
Free
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Want to enhance your knitting or crocheting skills or help teach others? Work on group projects, on your own, or just socialize with others. Instructors Sandi Rich and Beth Van Horn make learning easy, accessible, and fun! Beginner to advanced members are welcome to join us every Wednesday at 1 […]
Free
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2 events,
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Led by RPI therapy Services’ Scott Uelsmann, this class focuses on meditative movements and chair-based aerobic exercises. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Experience an exceptional two-week Mirowitz Center series previewing the Opera Theatre of St. Louis’ 2026 season! Docents will guide you through two of OTSL’s standout productions – The Pirates of Penzance and A Streetcar Named Desire – with insights on the composers and librettists, story highlights, musical excerpts, vivid images, […]
Free
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3 events,
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Circle Talk is a five-week, facilitated discussion group series led by Holly Mathis, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, a nurse practitioner and presenter for the Speakers Bureau with AARP. Circle Talk will guide you in curriculum-based discussions that build meaningful connections and reduce isolation and loneliness. “Enter as strangers, leave as friends” […]
Free
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Led by Maxine Mirowitz, this class is adaptable for all ages and abilities and focuses on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress and pain reduction. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Enjoy fantastic movies on our 14' screen and top-notch sound system! A movie-watching experience for all! No cost to register, but RSVP required. See you at the movies! Movie Title: Eleanor the Great (2024) No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email […]
Free
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2 events,
Bais Abe – South African Shabbat Lunch and Learn
All are invited to join for a South African themed Shabbat lunch and learn with Dr. Selwyn Picker on Saturday, May 2, following Shabbat morning services. The lunch and learn will celebrate the culture, food, and heritage of South African Jewry. This event has been generously sponsored by the Picker […]
Many people never learned about prayer. And many people who DID learn about prayer never learned the meaning - WHY DO WE PRAY?Doesn't the Almighty know what's good for us?Why do we have set prayers from a prayer book.Shouldn't sincere prayer come from the heart.We will deal with many questions […] |
2 events,
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We’re coming together to help save lives! For patients in need, donated blood can change everything. Blood products are used to help people - our friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers - as they treat cancer, chronic diseases, and traumatic injuries. And they are only possible with the help of volunteer […]
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This is JSU’s signature event of the year. Come for the cause, stay for the fun, food, and unforgettable energy. We’ll see you at the MEAT UP! |
5 events,
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Every Monday, from 10 AM to 4 PM, join us at the Mirowitz Center to play Mahjong, bridge, poker, or Mexican Train dominoes – whatever you like! You may bring your own snacks to enjoy and share. No reservations are necessary for these weekly games, but please plan to coordinate […]
Free
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Mirowitz Center's tech teacher, Larry Edison, offers one-on-one technology sessions every Monday. As a qualified instructor, Larry possesses the knowledge and teaching skills to simplify complex concepts and make them easily understandable. Whether you have an Apple or Windows device, Larry will work to provide individual attention and assistance tailored […]
Free
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A two-hour Mirowitz Center program focusing on how we arrive at the end-of-life, and, perhaps for the first time, how we actually start to live our own lives during this special phase. Meet Ed Koslin, who had a private psychotherapy practice for 50 years, and received a bachelor's degree, a […]
Free
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2 events,
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In this class, led by Leigh Cohen, participants will have the option to do all the movements seated, standing or a combination of both as they work on balance, flexibility, and endurance while dancing along to their favorite songs. $5 cost to register and RSVP required. Please use link below […]
$5
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The minor Jewish holiday Lag Ba‘Omer is an often-overlooked highlight in the traditionally austere Omer period — the seven weeks from Passover to Shavuot. Lag Ba‘Omer is customarily celebrated with bonfires (and other outdoor activities), music, and even weddings! This year, on May 5, share Lag Ba‘Omer in a unique […]
Free
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4 events,Join instructor Leigh Cohen for an exercise class designed especially for seniors to build strength and endurance. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Want to enhance your knitting or crocheting skills or help teach others? Work on group projects, on your own, or just socialize with others. Instructors Sandi Rich and Beth Van Horn make learning easy, accessible, and fun! Beginner to advanced members are welcome to join us every Wednesday at 1 […]
Free
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Experience the heart and humor of Fiddler on the Roof, as professional musician Robert Denison narrates this classic story, bringing it to life in concert. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy the Mirowitz Center Community Singers performing beloved songs like “Sabbath Prayer” and “Sunrise, Sunset." Set in a fictional Russian […]
Free
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3 events,
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Calling all beginning, experienced, and wannabe crafters! Join the talented and enthusiastic Anna Lehrke for a crafting series at the Mirowitz Center, where inspiration, creativity, and a sense of community come together. Each 90-minute session is a standalone experience, featuring a new hands-on project you can proudly keep or gift. […]
$5
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In October 1965, The Beatles were faced with an impossible task: produce a new album of original music for a Christmas release. Within one month, the band emerged with their sixth studio album and what many consider to be one of their best: Rubber Soul. "Rolling Stone" magazine has ranked […]
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Say goodbye to paper cuts! Come hear about digital scrapbooking tools with Mirowitz Center Trainer Jim Salih, and learn a more convenient way to organize and arrange your photos and mementos. An overview of different tools that make it easy to create, share and print scrapbooks. *LOCATION: Mirowitz Center 8 […]
Free
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3 events,
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Circle Talk is a five-week, facilitated discussion group series led by Holly Mathis, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, a nurse practitioner and presenter for the Speakers Bureau with AARP. Circle Talk will guide you in curriculum-based discussions that build meaningful connections and reduce isolation and loneliness. “Enter as strangers, leave as friends” […]
Free
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Led by Maxine Mirowitz, this class is adaptable for all ages and abilities and focuses on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress and pain reduction. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Enjoy fantastic movies on our 14' screen and top-notch sound system! A movie-watching experience for all! No cost to register, but RSVP required. See you at the movies! Movie Title: The Intern (2015) No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org […]
Free
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2 events,
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Temple Israel’s Shinshin (emissary from Israel), Itai Forte, will lead us through thoughtful conversation and personal reflection about Israel in an informal and safe setting. We’ll break out into small groups for curated discussion prompts to spark curiosity, explore nuanced perspectives, and shape what could come next for the Jewish […]
Many people never learned about prayer. And many people who DID learn about prayer never learned the meaning - WHY DO WE PRAY?Doesn't the Almighty know what's good for us?Why do we have set prayers from a prayer book.Shouldn't sincere prayer come from the heart.We will deal with many questions […] |
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0 events,
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5 events,
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Every Monday, from 10 AM to 4 PM, join us at the Mirowitz Center to play Mahjong, bridge, poker, or Mexican Train dominoes – whatever you like! You may bring your own snacks to enjoy and share. No reservations are necessary for these weekly games, but please plan to coordinate […]
Free
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Mirowitz Center's tech teacher, Larry Edison, offers one-on-one technology sessions every Monday. As a qualified instructor, Larry possesses the knowledge and teaching skills to simplify complex concepts and make them easily understandable. Whether you have an Apple or Windows device, Larry will work to provide individual attention and assistance tailored […]
Free
-
Fitness With An Edge is an energetic fitness class utilizing martial arts techniques and combinations. The class is taught by a fitness instructor and black belt holder, Lucy Foxman. All techniques and combinations will be demonstrated both sitting and standing. Some of the expected benefits from Fitness With An Edge […]
$5
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4 events,
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The news can be upsetting and concerning – so join the conversation with a community that values knowledge, respect, and the art of informed opinions. Expertly moderated by Harvey Gerstein and Marilyn Alton, this is a forum for thoughtful discussion about the most pressing news stories of the week. This […]
Free
-
In this class, led by Leigh Cohen, participants will have the option to do all the movements seated, standing or a combination of both as they work on balance, flexibility, and endurance while dancing along to their favorite songs. $5 cost to register and RSVP required. Please use link below […]
$5
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Judaism has its own "ABCs" — teachings to guide your life. On the second Tuesday of each month, join Rabbi Ze’ev Smason for an engaging and inspiring discussion about a Jewish-themed subject. Topic -- Thanksgiving: An Attitude of Gratitude No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below […]
Free
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4 events,
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Led by Nikki Adams, MSW, LMSW, a trained facilitator with Provident Behavioral Health, this monthly group is a compassionate and supportive space for older adults to navigate the journey of grief by sharing experiences, finding comfort, and building connections with others. Sign up every month you plan to attend. Supported […]
Free
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Join instructor Leigh Cohen for an exercise class designed especially for seniors to build strength and endurance. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Want to enhance your knitting or crocheting skills or help teach others? Work on group projects, on your own, or just socialize with others. Instructors Sandi Rich and Beth Van Horn make learning easy, accessible, and fun! Beginner to advanced members are welcome to join us every Wednesday at 1 […]
Free
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7 events,
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Building on the advances of their 1965 Rubber Soul release, The Beatles took a three-month break and then five more months to create another blockbuster, Revolver. This period was probably the last time the band – at their peak as performers – truly collaborated together as a unit. Classic songs […]
Free
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Led by RPI therapy Services’ Scott Uelsmann, this class focuses on meditative movements and chair-based aerobic exercises. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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3 events,
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Circle Talk is a five-week, facilitated discussion group series led by Holly Mathis, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, a nurse practitioner and presenter for the Speakers Bureau with AARP. Circle Talk will guide you in curriculum-based discussions that build meaningful connections and reduce isolation and loneliness. “Enter as strangers, leave as friends” […]
Free
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Led by Maxine Mirowitz, this class is adaptable for all ages and abilities and focuses on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress and pain reduction. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Enjoy fantastic movies on our 14' screen and top-notch sound system! A movie-watching experience for all! No cost to register, but RSVP required. See you at the movies! Movie Title: Chef (2014) No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or […]
Free
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1 event,
Many people never learned about prayer. And many people who DID learn about prayer never learned the meaning - WHY DO WE PRAY?Doesn't the Almighty know what's good for us?Why do we have set prayers from a prayer book.Shouldn't sincere prayer come from the heart.We will deal with many questions […] |
3 events,
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For the holiday of Shavuot, cool off with a sundae for the whole family! More details coming soon!
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Join us at The Willows for A Night in Vienna, a piano concert by acclaimed St. Louis native Catherine Kautsky. This evocative program explores the two faces of Vienna — the glittering cultural capital of Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, and the city that exiled or silenced so many of its […]
Free
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Rabbis Susan Talve and James Stone Goodman discuss the life-saving strategies they have practiced in the realms of mental health and substance abuse, with a focus on teaching resources for relieving suffering. They will be joined by others in our community working the front lines. Open to the communityIn-person at […]
Free
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3 events,
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Every Monday, from 10 AM to 4 PM, join us at the Mirowitz Center to play Mahjong, bridge, poker, or Mexican Train dominoes – whatever you like! You may bring your own snacks to enjoy and share. No reservations are necessary for these weekly games, but please plan to coordinate […]
Free
-
Mirowitz Center's tech teacher, Larry Edison, offers one-on-one technology sessions every Monday. As a qualified instructor, Larry possesses the knowledge and teaching skills to simplify complex concepts and make them easily understandable. Whether you have an Apple or Windows device, Larry will work to provide individual attention and assistance tailored […]
Free
-
Fitness With An Edge is an energetic fitness class utilizing martial arts techniques and combinations. The class is taught by a fitness instructor and black belt holder, Lucy Foxman. All techniques and combinations will be demonstrated both sitting and standing. Some of the expected benefits from Fitness With An Edge […]
$5
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5 events,
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Mike Ferman, a former partner at RubinBrown Advisors and the founder and managing director of its financial planning and investment advisory practice, will discuss current conditions in the economy and capital markets, including the New York Stock Exchange and Wall Street. No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use […]
Free
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In this class, led by Leigh Cohen, participants will have the option to do all the movements seated, standing or a combination of both as they work on balance, flexibility, and endurance while dancing along to their favorite songs. $5 cost to register and RSVP required. Please use link below […]
$5
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What values am I passing on? What lessons has life taught me that are worth sharing? How do we transmit meaning across generations? Join Rabbi Ze'ev Smason for a thought-provoking and heartfelt four-part series exploring timeless questions that shape our lives and the lives of those who follow us. Sign […]
Free
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4 events,
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Join instructor Leigh Cohen for an exercise class designed especially for seniors to build strength and endurance. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Medicare is a complex topic, but there are resources to help! Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum discusses ways to obtain information and how to navigate online confidently to find what you need, including on the medicare.gov website. Learn more about the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (shiphelp.org), a great option […]
Free
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Want to enhance your knitting or crocheting skills or help teach others? Work on group projects, on your own, or just socialize with others. Instructors Sandi Rich and Beth Van Horn make learning easy, accessible, and fun! Beginner to advanced members are welcome to join us every Wednesday at 1 […]
Free
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7 events,
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We're bringing the farm to Shaare Emeth! In partnership with PJ Library, we invite families with children ages 0-9 to come celebrate the spring harvest festival with activities, snacks, and furry friends. This event is open house style, so stop by on your way home from school or work - […]
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Calling all READERS! This online book club, in partnership with the St. Louis County Library, is available through Zoom or even the telephone. Reference Librarian Hillary Peppers, who has worked in public libraries for many years, facilitates this morning group discussion every third Thursday of each month. So come and share your […]
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Calling all beginning, experienced, and wannabe crafters! Join the talented and enthusiastic Anna Lehrke for a crafting series at the Mirowitz Center, where inspiration, creativity, and a sense of community come together. Each 90-minute session is a standalone experience, featuring a new hands-on project you can proudly keep or gift. […]
$5
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3 events,
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Led by Maxine Mirowitz, this class is adaptable for all ages and abilities and focuses on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress and pain reduction. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Do you have a story to tell? Writing an autobiography is a great way to memorialize thoughts and emotions as well as your own experiences. Dr. Maxine Mirowitz, registered yoga teacher and leader of the Storywriter's Guild, is back to help provide guidance and inspiration as you write your personal […]
Free
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Enjoy fantastic movies on our 14' screen and top-notch sound system! A movie-watching experience for all! No cost to register, but RSVP required. See you at the movies! Movie Title: Arrival (2016) No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or […]
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Aish's Annual Memorial Day Picnic at Millennium Park. Softball GameBBQ for purchase |
4 events,
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Led by Nikki Adams, MSW, LMSW, a trained facilitator with Provident Behavioral Health, MindMatters is a safe, welcoming space to share experiences, feelings, and thoughts with other older adults experiencing the challenges of aging and all that comes with it. This support group meets monthly – come as often as […]
Free
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In this class, led by Leigh Cohen, participants will have the option to do all the movements seated, standing or a combination of both as they work on balance, flexibility, and endurance while dancing along to their favorite songs. $5 cost to register and RSVP required. Please use link below […]
$5
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Interested in getting back into the workforce? Curious about the “gig” economy? Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White explains the basics about online job searches and how to use social media tools like LinkedIn – plus other tips and advice for job seekers. Also learn about new opportunities for freelance work […]
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7 events,
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Get your ticket here: https://www.showpass.com/books-and-bagels-sommer/ Have brunch with the Jason Sommer, local author of "Shmuel’s Bridge: Following the Tracks to Auschwitz with My Survivor Father" We’re excited to welcome St. Louis author Jason Sommer to Books & Bagels, the J’s literary brunch and learn series where great conversation, local authors, […]
$12.97
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Join instructor Leigh Cohen for an exercise class designed especially for seniors to build strength and endurance. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Want to enhance your knitting or crocheting skills or help teach others? Work on group projects, on your own, or just socialize with others. Instructors Sandi Rich and Beth Van Horn make learning easy, accessible, and fun! Beginner to advanced members are welcome to join us every Wednesday at 1 […]
Free
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3 events,
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Led by RPI therapy Services’ Scott Uelsmann, this class focuses on meditative movements and chair-based aerobic exercises. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Jewish comedy and talent have been an essential part of the American entertainment industry for more than a century. Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer for the St. Louis Jewish Light, continues his popular Mirowitz Center series by highlighting the hilarious Mel Brooks – who’s turning 100 years old in […]
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4 events,
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Circle Talk is a five-week, facilitated discussion group series led by Holly Mathis, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, a nurse practitioner and presenter for the Speakers Bureau with AARP. Circle Talk will guide you in curriculum-based discussions that build meaningful connections and reduce isolation and loneliness. “Enter as strangers, leave as friends” […]
Free
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Led by Maxine Mirowitz, this class is adaptable for all ages and abilities and focuses on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress and pain reduction. $5 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
$5
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Do you have a story to tell? Writing an autobiography is a great way to memorialize thoughts and emotions as well as your own experiences. Dr. Maxine Mirowitz, registered yoga teacher and leader of the Storywriter's Guild, is back to help provide guidance and inspiration as you write your personal […]
Free
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1 event,
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A program on man’s ability to alter their paradigms and replace their warlike behavior with peaceful solutions.Wars have followed Israel’s creation, with adversaries changing but ever present. Can the civic or religious paradigms of the principals change such that differences can be obtained peacefully?This Program will NOT include assignment of […]
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1 event,Mark Raiffie Memorial Lecture welcomes Yael Davidowitz, Director of Project Last Kindness for the National Association of Chevra Kadisha (NACSK), for an engaging, honest, and deeply inspiring discussion of Jewish burial and the afterlife. Dessert reception follows lecture. RSVP to 314-862-2474 or cgoldstein@aishstl.com |
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June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, and the St. Louis Jewish community is coming together for a Pride Shabbat celebration! We invite all who identify, their allies, and families of all kinds to join us for a community-wide event featuring snacks, games, music, and other activities. Pre-registration is encouraged. The Pride […] |
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