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. The Kehilla calendar features events hosted or sponsored by the Federation’s local Jewish community partners. It’s the best way to stay connected.
Questions? Contact communications@jfedstl.org.
Events
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Sukkot
This harvest festival is named for the temporary dwellings, called Sukkot, decorated with fruit and vegetables, set up to recall the booths in which the Jews lived during their journey from Egypt. The holiday is marked by processions with the lulav (palm branch with myrtle and willow) and etrog (citron).
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Grief & Bereavement Support Group (free & in person)
Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United StatesLed by Nikki Adams, MSW, LMSW, a trained facilitator with Provident Behavioral Health, this monthly group at the Mirowitz Center 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 […]
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Beats in the Booth: A Nishmah Sukkot Gathering
Private Home Clayton, United StatesCome together with a vibrant community of Jewish women to celebrate the joy of Sukkot under the stars! Enjoy a soulful evening featuring a lively drum circle, cozy bonfire, delicious s’mores, andmeaningful moments of connection, music, and spirituality. Let’s embrace the spirit of the holiday with laughter, drumming, and the […]
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Improv for Life – Rebekah Scallet, The New Jewish Theatre (free and in person)
Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United StatesAre you looking for a fun, creative, and social activity to keep your mind sharp and your spirit young? Look no further than this improvisation group, led by Rebekah Scallet, Artistic Director of The New Jewish Theatre. Join the Mirowitz Center class that participants call "loads of fun" and "immensely […]
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Safari in the Sukkah
JCC Fox Building - Chesterfield 16801 Baxter Road, ChesterfieldJoin the Family Center, the J ECCs, PJ Library, Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School and all our friends for a special Sukkot spectacular. We will gather for a Sukkot open house with a pettingzoo and activities, both family friendly and exciting for adults alike. Shake the lulav and etrog, sing […]
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Cocktails & Causes
Cocktails and Causes with PROMO – they will discuss issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community and what to expect during the 2026 legislative session. Please register.
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Jewish Book Festival – Eli Sharabi
General Admission - $36 On February 8, 2025, after 491 days in Hamas captivity, Eli Sharabi emerged from the tunnels of Gaza, a shadow of his former self, and finally made his way home to Israel, only to learn the devastating news that his wife and daughters had been killed on […]
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Sliders in the Sukkah
Nusach Hari 650 N. Price Rd, Olivette, United StatesMen's Only Event
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On the Record with Bob Cohn (free & online)
Virtual Event on ZoomOn the second Friday of every other month, join On the Record hosted by Bob Cohn, Editor-In-Chief Emeritus of the St. Louis Jewish Light, to discuss films, plays, articles, and books on issues of concern to our community. No cost to register, but RSVP required. This program is provided with FEL (Friends Enjoying Life), the Mirowitz Center […]
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Shabbat Dinner in the Sukkah
Bais Abraham Congregation 6910 Delmar Bivd, St. Louis, United StatesJoin us for kabbalat Shabbat followed by dinner in the sukkah. Details coming soon!
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Sukkot Shabbat Celebration with Rabbi Shook
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Supper in the Sukkah with Sisterhood
Kol Rinah 7701 Maryland Avenue, Clayton, United StatesFriday, October 10th, 6:30pm (after Kabbalat Shabbat) at Kol Rinah Menu: vegetarian chili and stuffed baked potatoes with all the fixin's. There will be a speaker after dinner. $20 for adults, $10 for children, and anyone under 3 is free RSVP online by Noon on Monday, October 6th.
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Family Sukkot Party
Rhythm n Ruach Headquarters 333 S. Mason Rd, St Louis, United StatesJoin Us In The Incredibly Beautiful Sukkah! Enjoy the Bounce House Pizza Ice-Cream Truck Balloons
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Keshet Sfarim
Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School 248 C Mason Rd., St. Louis, 62141For Hebrew speaking families with children ages 7 and younger.
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Hoshana Rabba Night Of Learning
Bais Abraham Congregation 6910 Delmar Bivd, St. Louis, United StatesJoin us for heavy appetizers and a night of learning in the sukkah. Details coming soon!
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Shemini Atzeret
The day after Sukkot is Shemini Atzeret, which is combined in Israel with Simchat Torah, nominally a separate holiday; thus, there is no partaking of meals in the sukkah, nor use of the lulav and etrog. The special prayer for rain is recited during the musaf service.
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The ABCs of Judaism – Rabbi Ze’ev Smason (free & in person)
Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United StatesJudaism 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. No cost to register, but RSVP required. Topic -- Grateful and Rich: The Art of Enough
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Caring Together Support Group (free & in person)
Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United StatesAre you caring for a loved one? Caregiving can be a joyful and rewarding experience. It can also be stressful, frustrating, and overwhelming. In this new caregiver support group at the Mirowitz Center, led by Joan M. Hirst, MA, of JFS St. Louis, participants will have a safe space to […]
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Simchat Torah
Outside of Israel, the day after Shemini Atzeret, Simchat Torah marks the end of the annual Torah reading and the beginning of the cycle for the coming year. It is celebrated with singing, dancing, and merry processions of people carrying Torahs and children waving flags.
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Simchas Torah Dinner
Come join NHBZ for Simchas Torah Festivities at 6:40 PM and stay for our dinner and lively auction of honors.
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Jewish Book Festival – Steve Hofstetter
Jewish Community Center 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO, United StatesJoin the Jewish Book Festival for an evening with comedian Steve Hofstetter!
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Between the Covers: STL County Library Book Club – Reference Librarian, Hillary Peppers (free & online)
Virtual Event on ZoomCalling 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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Reframing Aging: Changing the Story We Tell – Dr. Nancy Morrow-Howell (free & in person)
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Simchat Torah & Consecration Shabbat at Temple Israel
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The NJTea
The J - Staenberg Family Complex 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, United StatesThe second annual NJTea is an event to support the New Jewish Theatre (NJT). Join us for a traditional afternoon tea, complete with finger sandwiches and sweets. Sip and mingle as you enjoy performances from some of NJT’s favorite artists, plus Artistic Director Rebekah Scallet will “spill the tea,” on […]
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The J Board Meeting
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Kolot Choir Open Rehearsal
Congregation B'nai Amoona 324 S. Mason Road, St. Louis, MOKolot, the St. Louis Jewish women’s choir, will begin its second season under Artist Director Zoey Waldman-Schein this fall. Anyone interested in joining or learning more about the choir is encouraged to attend the first rehearsal and informational meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 20, at Congregation B’nai Amoona, […]
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J Associates Falling for Fall October Membership Event
The J - Staenberg Family Complex 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, United StatesThe J Associates invites you to an unforgettable day of style, sisterhood, and seasonal inspiration! Falling for Fall Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11am – 1pm Lunch will be served Staenberg Family Complex Mirowitz Performing Arts & Banquet Center RSVP required by October 14 No cost to attend Bring your friends! […]
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JNF-USA Speaker, Naftali Aklum
324 S Mason Rd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 324 S Mason Rd, Creve Coeur,, M, United StatesNaftali Aklum is the CEO of Yerus, an educational workshop and touring company that highlights the cultural heritage and narrative of Israel’s Ethiopian Jewish community. Born in Ethiopia in 1979, he immigrated to Israel as an infant in 1980 with his family. He grew up in Be’er Sheva with a […]
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NCJWSTL Couturier
NCJW The Resale Shop 295 N. Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, United StatesNCJWSTL’S PREMIER DESIGNER EVENT SINCE 1964. Shop all your favorite designer items for a fraction of the cost!
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History is in the Bag! – with Anna Lehrke (free & in person)
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Israeli Culinary Institute: Shakshuka Edition
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2025 Levy Fellows
Jewish Federation of St. Louis 12 Millstone Campus Dr, St. Louis, MO, United StatesJewish Federation’s premier board leadership training program. Join Facilitator Leslie Peters. Same content, new format – choice of Sunday September 14 OR Sunday October 26, 8:30 am – 4 pm.
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Beyond Pink
Jewish Community Center 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO, United StatesA morning of exercise, education and wellness. Event is free and open to members and the public.
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Parshat Noach Petting Zoo & Mesiba
Bais Abraham Congregation 6910 Delmar Bivd, St. Louis, United StatesJoin us with the animals in honor of the reading of Parshat Noach at our petting zoo and mesiba.
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Antisemitism Workshop for High School Students
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Jewish Camp and Beyond
Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School 248 C Mason Rd., St. Louis, 62141Come and learn about summer experiences for kids and teens.
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Jewish Summer Opportunities Fair
Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School 248 C Mason Rd., St. Louis, 62141Come learn about camps, youth groups, and Jewish programming around the St. Louis area and beyond! - Meet camp directors, counselors, and alumni - Learn about overnight camps from near and far - Learn about day camps, specialty camps, and options for preschool to high school Plus ice-cream truck, fun […]
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Unsung Heroes
Jewish Community Center 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO, United States -
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WashU Hillel Board Meeting
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Coffee Talk with SnL
Join Us for Coffee Talk with Bonnie Mann — The Creator of STL CoffeeFest! Our next Coffee Talk guest is one-of-a-kind innovator, entrepreneur, past NCJWSTL Board Member, and proud St. Louis local Bonnie Mann. After leaving the corporate world, Bonnie turned her passion for coffee into a sold-out community celebration — […]
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MindMatters – Provident Behavioral Health (free & in person)
Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United StatesLed 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.
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Stress Less, Live More! – Nikki Adams, Provident Behavioral Health (free & in person)
Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United StatesFeeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life? Join us at the Mirowitz Center to discover practical strategies for managing stress and cultivating a more balanced life.
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Kehilla Calendar Training
This is a training for community partners (Test Event Submission)
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Unpacking the Headlines from Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank
Congregation Shaare Emeth 11645 Ladue Rd, St. Louis, United StatesA Conversation with Elisheva Goldberg The headlines from Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank continue to shift rapidly, reflecting both heartbreaking realities and glimmers of hope. Just days ago, Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of a U.S.-brokered peace plan that includes a ceasefire, the release of hostages […]
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JBF: Lee Yaron – Author of 10/7: 100 Human Stories
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L’Chaim 2025
FeaturedThe Ritz-Carlton Hotel STL 100 Carondelet Plaza, St. Louis, United States$180 -
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Jubilation: A Heart & Soul Celebration
Congregation Shaare Emeth 11645 Ladue Rd, St. Louis, United States