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.
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Ben Poremba – Restaurateur and Program Host Ben is the founder, chef , and owner of Bengelina Hospitality Group and a three-time James Beard Award Semi-Finalist. In 2008, he started Bengelina Hospitality Group with his wife, Angela, opening their first venture Salume Beddu. He then went on to open Elaia, […]
Each year, the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum reads names of Holocaust victims for several hours on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year, the reading will be live-streamed and take place in the Museum lobby.
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 […]
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 […]
A special three-part series hosted by the Mirowitz Center, featuring Elana Kaplan, an independent museum educator and lecturer. In January, shake off the winter chill with Elana – a former St. Louisan and an educator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for 25 years – by looking at period rooms […]
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. RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email […]
In 1966, a rumor about The Beatles started to circulate, with obsessed fans insisting that Paul McCartney tragically died in a car crash and had been secretly replaced by a look-alike. This bizarre chapter of Beatles history still stands as one of the most enduring hoaxes and urban legends of […]
Join us for a lively discussion on hot flashes and hot topics featuring Dr. Becky Lynn, Director of Evora Women’s Health. From mild to spicy, Dr. Lynn will answer our questions and teach us about wellness and women’s health for all ages The discussion will be sensitive, tasteful, and highly […]
Join the Museum this International Holocaust Remembrance Day for a special presentation of the story and music of Rosy Wertheim presented by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, in partnership with the Museum. In music from two different eras of her life, we hear the optimism of an up-and-coming musician, and […]
Congregation B’nai Amoona is pleased to offer a new Melton course taught by Rabbi Abraham: “A History of Hatred: The Ever-Present Threat of Antisemitism.” Together we will explore how antisemitism has developed and persisted from ancient times to the present day, and consider what this means for the Jewish community […]
Join instructor Leigh Cohen for an exercise class designed especially for seniors to build strength and endurance. RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
Learn how to tour world-famous museums from the comfort of your home! Did you know many of the world's leading museums have been making their collections and exhibits available to view virtually? Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum will explore some of these virtual galleries, as well as digital tools that […]
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. […]
On the fourth Wednesday of every month, join former St. Louisan Rabbi Neal Rose — live from his new home in Canada — for a thoughtful online discussion of various topics with a Jewish theme. No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or […]
Explore the vibrant culture, history, and Jewish heritage of this captivating island 90 miles from the United States. Meet members of the Cuban Jewish Community, visit the Jewish cemetery, the memorial to the Holocaust, walk through the historic Jewish Quarter and visit active synagogues. This five-day journey will be filled […]
Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum will introduce streaming: what it is, how to watch TV without cable, and the variety of content available. Every day, more and more people “cut the cord” and cancel their cable subscriptions. So learn how to use Smart TVs and streaming services like YouTube, Netflix, […]
Led by RPI therapy Services’ Scott Uelsmann, this class focuses on meditative movements and chair-based aerobic exercises. RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
Discover how maps tell the story of St. Louis! This Mirowitz Center program features explorers’ charts and pictorial designs, underscoring how maps have shaped our region’s history and may continue to inspire its future. Andy Hahn, Executive Director of Campbell House Museum and author of Mapping St. Louis, traces St. […]
Join Rabbi Michael at Congregation Temple Israel for an engaging introduction to the Talmud, the foundational text of Jewish thought. What exactly is the Talmud, and why has it remained central to Jewish life and law for two millennia? Rabbi Michael will provide fascinating historical context, demystify its unique structure, […]
Circle Talk is a 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” is […]
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. 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 Biggest Little Farm (2018) No cost to register, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813.
For families with children Join us for a fun, relaxed, sports-themed Shabbat celebration (part of a series previously known as the ABCs of Shabbat), designed for families with children of all ages! We’ll enjoy a kosher Shabbat dinner, Shabbat blessings, and plenty of time to connect with friends — new […]
Join us with your youngest family members for a morning of singing, learning, creating and tasting for Tu B'Shvat! Thank you to a generous sponsor, there will be a bagel lunch from Bagels & Bliss.
This holiday, the New Year of the Trees, marks the coming of spring. It is celebrated by having picnics, planting trees, and eating fruit.
Join us for Sips & Schmooze: An Israeli Wine Tasting to Celebrate Tu B’Shevat, featuring our special weekend visitor, educator Steve Kerbel. Together, we’ll explore the meaning of Tu B’Shevat while tasting wines from across Israel and learning about the country’s rich and growing wine culture. Steve will take us […]
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, Android, or Windows device, Larry will work to provide individual attention and assistance […]