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.
Join United Hebrew, Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel, and Temple Emanuel for our March Senior Lunch & Program: “Emissaries from Israel - St. Louis Shinshinim!" Join us for a special session with Itai, Ofir, Yuval, and Naomi — our four Shinshinim (Israeli teen emissaries) — as they share their personal journeys […]
Join Jay Winig, LCSW, and Rabbi Jared Skoff for a grief support group, open to all members of the community who have suffered a loss, and geared towards age 60+. We will meet at B'nai Amoona in the Bride's Room. Participation is free, but please RSVP. Hazak is supported by […]
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 […]
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 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to […]
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 -- The People We Walk PastNo cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register […]
This three-part program about the world’s most powerful and puzzling machine — the human brain — is presented by Richard Gavatin, M.Sc., a pharmacist, neuroscience enthusiast, and the initiator/co-chair of Kol Rinah congregation’s Judaism & Science series. Gain new insights into how our brains make sense of the world around […]
Are 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 […]
Discover the beauty of Hebrew in our 5-part "Hebrew for Adults" introductory class, led by Rabbi Michael Alper at Congregation Temple Israel. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this accessible course will have you identifying Hebrew letters and vowels and sounding out words in no time. […]
Though sometimes unknown to modern people of faith, this 500 years is the most formative and fertile for Judaism, as well as for what became Christianity and Islam, and it remains an informative thinking partner for people of faith today who navigate surprisingly similar circumstances. Taught by scholar David Armstrong.
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 […]
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.
Are you feeling creative? Then have some fun with user-friendly, graphic-design tools and create your own greeting cards, invitations, flyers, logos, and more. In this presentation, Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum will explore the popular design platform, Canva, and demonstrates Google Slides as well as Photoshop Express, the web-based, free […]
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 […]
Don’t wait until a crisis occurs to find out what makes the Adult Day Center (ADC) at The J so special. Come to the Mirowitz Center and learn how the ADC creates a calming, welcoming environment and makes life easier, for both caregivers and their loved ones. The ADC – […]
Sing the songs you love! Singers and non-singers – all are welcome to join Mirowitz Center Community Singers! No experience is necessary. Learn from CDs, no printed music. Plus, the health benefits are immeasurable! Professional musician Robert Denison conducts this group. Performance opportunities. No cost to register, but RSVP required. […]
Rep. Hruza will discuss his background as a child of Holocaust survivors growing up in the Soviet Block, his sponsorship of the current Antisemitism Bill working its way through the Legislature now, and how we can help. Followed by a delicious strictly kosher brunch made in the NHBZ kitchen.
AARP has been championing the priorities of older adults since 1958. Today, with 125 million Americans 50 years or older, AARP has members in every congressional district and is 100 percent nonpartisan. That means the organization has worked with every president, Congress, governor and statehouse. Please welcome Jay Hardenbook, AARP […]
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.
Are 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 […]
Are 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 […]
Jewish Federation of St. Louis Leadership Initiatives is excited to bring a new leadership experience for young professionals, the Webber-Jacobs Fellowship.
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” […]
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.
Enjoy fantastic movies on our 14' screen and top-notch sound system! A movie-watching experience for all! See you at the movies!Movie Title: Wicked: For Good (2025)No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
It's here! Shabbat dinner for those who don't have Spring Break! We're looking forward to a warm atmosphere and culinary classics. Don't forget the Lotus cookie dough cupcakes for dessert.
3pm and 7pm feature films
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join Jay Winig, LCSW, and Rabbi Jared Skoff for a grief support group, open to all members of the community who have suffered a loss, and geared towards age 60+. We will meet at B'nai Amoona in the Bride's Room. Participation is free, but please RSVP. Hazak is supported by […]
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 fee per class and RSVP required. Please use link below to […]
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 […]
This three-part program about the world’s most powerful and puzzling machine — the human brain — is presented by Richard Gavatin, M.Sc., a pharmacist, neuroscience enthusiast, and the initiator/co-chair of Kol Rinah congregation’s Judaism & Science series. Gain new insights into how our brains make sense of the world around […]
3pm and 7pm feature films
Though sometimes unknown to modern people of faith, this 500 years is the most formative and fertile for Judaism, as well as for what became Christianity and Islam, and it remains an informative thinking partner for people of faith today who navigate surprisingly similar circumstances. Taught by scholar David Armstrong.
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.
Hey, be careful out there! This presentation covers the “ins and outs” of protecting your personal information online. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White will share tips for maneuvering in cyberspace, such as browsing safely, recognizing online scams, and knowing when it’s OK – or not – to share personal data. […]
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 […]
Sing the songs you love! Singers and non-singers – all are welcome to join Mirowitz Center Community Singers! No experience is necessary. Learn from CDs, no printed music. Plus, the health benefits are immeasurable! Professional musician Robert Denison conducts this group. Performance opportunities.No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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.
Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald of Aish HaTorah St. Louis explores what Jewish tradition teaches about respectful communication and open-minded dialogue. At this Mirowitz Center program, Rabbi Greenwald reflects on how people of different backgrounds can focus on the values we share — rather than what divides us — even when opinions […]
3pm and 7pm feature films
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” […]
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.
Enjoy fantastic movies on our 14' screen and top-notch sound system! A movie-watching experience for all! See you at the movies!Movie Title: The First Wives Club (1996)No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
Enjoy Brisket, Wine, and Fun For The Kids with games and prizes!
In this original concert program, Will Soll traces the American Jewish journey from the Old World to the New through songs that shaped each generation. Drawing on both Yiddish and English repertoire, the program evokes the hopes, struggles, humor, and resilience of Jewish immigrants and their descendants as they made […]
3pm and 7pm feature films
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a fun, hands-on challah baking experience! Learn how to mix, knead, braid, and bake beautiful, delicious challah — and enjoy the feeling of bringing a taste of tradition and home to your table. RSVP to Naomi at nelbaz@jccstl.org
Join us as we welcome Lori Palatnik, Founding Director of Momentum (formerly JWRP), to St. Louis! Momentum seeks to inspire women to transform themselves, transform their families, their communities, and the world. Their flagship program, the MOMentum Journey of Growth, empowers women to connect to Jewish values, engage with Israel, […]
