BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Federation of St. Louis - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.jfedstl.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Federation of St. Louis REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T175200Z CREATED:20260626T175159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T175200Z UID:10003670-1785240000-1785245400@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:SENIOR PLANET: Intro to PayPal\, Venmo & CashApp (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:From sending grandkids money to making a contribution for a group gift\, learn what person-to-person (P2P) payment apps can do for you! Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White will cover some of today’s most popular P2P payment services\, including PayPal\, Venmo\, and CashApp. He’ll also explain some of the basic functions of these services\, how they compare\, and tips for using them safely.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nThe Mirowitz Center is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills\, save money\, get in shape\, and make new friends. In fact\, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology curriculum in St. Louis County!\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/senior-planet-intro-to-paypal-venmo-cashapp-free-in-person/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260626T201610Z CREATED:20260626T201608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T201610Z UID:10003626-1785323700-1785326400@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Strength & Conditioning ($5 fee/class & in person) DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Leigh Cohen for an exercise class designed especially for seniors to build strength and endurance.\n$5 to register\, and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/strength-conditioning-5-fee-class-in-person/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T131500 DTSTAMP:20260506T155034Z CREATED:20260506T155033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T155034Z UID:10002402-1785326400-1785330900@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:JProStL Summer Conversation Series | July 29 DESCRIPTION:Understanding Antisemitism Today\nAntisemitism is not a distant or abstract issue; it is rising in frequency\, changing in form\, and showing up in our schools\, institutions and communities in ways that demand immediate attention. Join our local professional leaders for a timely conversation on the evolving landscape of antisemitism\, what we’re seeing locally and nationally\, and how organizations are working to both address and prevent it. This panel will offer practical insights\, tools\, and strategies to help Jewish communal professionals be more aware of the current environment\, recognize emerging trends\, coordinate across institutions\, and feel more confident when engaging in conversations on the topic. \nModerated by: Michael Lourie\, V.P of Public Affairs\, Jewish Federation\nPanelists: Jordan Kadosh\, Regional Director\, ADL Heartland\nNancy Lisker\, Regional Director\, AJC\nHelen Turner\, Director of Education at the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n JProStL Summer Conversation Series 2026Registration for this event has closed. If you are interested in attending\, please contact Alec Rothman at ARothman@JFedSTL.org. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/jprostl-summer-conversation-series-july-29/ LOCATION:Jewish Federation of St. Louis\, 12 Millstone Campus Dr\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/JPro-Speaker-Series-Email-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T140000 DTSTAMP:20260626T200730Z CREATED:20260626T200728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T200730Z UID:10003641-1785330000-1785333600@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Crafty Needles (free & in person) DESCRIPTION: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 at 1 PM every Wednesday at the Mirowitz Center. Some supplies are available. If you have patterns\, yarn\, or needles\, please bring them.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/crafty-needles-free-in-person-33/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T150000 DTSTAMP:20260626T175112Z CREATED:20260626T175109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T175112Z UID:10003671-1785333600-1785337200@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Lost Date-Night Restaurants (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:Join local historian and Lost Tables creator Dr. Harley J. Hammerman at the Mirowitz Center for a nostalgic journey through St. Louis restaurants that defined date nights during the ’70s\, ’80s\, and ’90s.\n From candlelit destinations like Tony’s to neighborhood spots like The Parkmoor and Busch’s Grove\, this program revisits places where countless first dates\, anniversaries\, and lifelong memories were made — helping to shape our hometown’s social scene for generations. Through vintage photographs\, stories\, and menus\, Dr. Hammerman will bring to life the places of a bygone era where romance\, food\, and culture came together.\nProvided with FEL (Friends Enjoying Life) and the GGs (Gals on Go)\, the Mirowitz Center men’s and women’s organizations.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/lost-date-night-restaurants-free-in-person/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T203000 DTSTAMP:20260729T205414Z CREATED:20260518T172906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T205414Z UID:10002669-1785351600-1785357000@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:The Big Read DESCRIPTION:Join us for this year’s Big Read at B’nai Amoona on Wednesday nights leading up to the High Holy Days! In conjunction with our theme for the year “Hazak V’Amatz\, Let us strengthen one another\,” we will be reading the book “Be A Refusenik” by Izabella Tabarovsky. Each week we will discuss a different chapter of the book. Here is the week by week breakdown. \n\n\n\nJuly 29th: Rabbi Abraham: Foreword by Natan Sharansky\, Prologue\, Introduction\, and Chapter 1: Reclaim Your Zionism. \n\n\n\nAugust 5th: Cantor Nathanson: Chapter 2: Educate Yourself–And Others. \n\n\n\nAugust 12th: Marlee Cox: Chapter 3: Find Your Comrades in Arms. \n\n\n\nAugust 19th: Liessa Alperin: Chapter 4: Do the Unexpected. \n\n\n\nAugust 26th: Rabbi Skoff: Chapter 5: Reject Victimhood. \n\n\n\nSeptember 2nd: Rabbi Abraham: Lead with Jewish AND Conclusion: On Antizionist Jews and Silver Linings. \n\n\n\nPlease note: there is a $25 fee for the cost of the book. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/the-big-read/2026-07-29/ LOCATION:Congregation B’nai Amoona\, 324 S. Mason Road\, St. Louis\, MO CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TheBigRead5787.png ORGANIZER;CN="B'nai Amoona":MAILTO:sam@bnaiamoona.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T120000 DTSTAMP:20260626T201214Z CREATED:20260626T201213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T201214Z UID:10003631-1785410100-1785412800@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi ($5 fee/class & in person) DESCRIPTION:Led by RPI therapy Services’ Scott Uelsmann\, this class focuses on meditative movements and chair-based aerobic exercises.\n$5 to register\, and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/tai-chi-5-fee-class-in-person/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T140000 DTSTAMP:20260626T175040Z CREATED:20260626T175039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T175040Z UID:10003672-1785416400-1785420000@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Beyond the Spotlight: Jewish Values in the Theatre (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging series that introduces The New Jewish Theatre’s 2026 season and explores emerging Jewish themes in the plays. Each session features insights from NJT’s artistic team\, lively discussions with a rabbi\, and an exclusive discount on play tickets.\nMax Wolf Friedlich’s gripping psychological thriller\, JOB\, follows an employee at a large tech company who has been placed on leave after becoming the subject of a viral video. Determined to be reinstated to the job that gives her life meaning\, she meets with a crisis therapist\, setting the stage for a tense exploration of accountability and personal responsibility. Rabbi Andrew Terkel of Congregation Shaare Emeth leads a thought-provoking discussion connecting the play’s themes to Jewish values\, including ethics\, community\, and how we care for those in need in the digital age. Artistic Director Rebekah Scallet of NJT shares insights into the production itself (costumes\, actors\, and stage design).\nThis series is co-sponsored by The New Jewish Theatre.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/beyond-the-spotlight-jewish-values-in-the-theatre-free-in-person-3/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T120000 DTSTAMP:20260626T200935Z CREATED:20260626T200934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T200935Z UID:10003636-1785496500-1785499200@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Chair Yoga ($5 fee/class & in person) DESCRIPTION: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.\n$5 to register\, and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/chair-yoga-5-fee-class-in-person/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T150000 DTSTAMP:20260626T200510Z CREATED:20260626T200508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T200510Z UID:10003646-1785502800-1785510000@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Movies @ Mirowitz (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:Enjoy fantastic movies on the Mirowitz Center’s 14-foot screen and top-notch sound system! A first-rate movie-watching experience for all! See you at the movies!\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nMovie Title: CODA (2021)\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/movies-mirowitz-free-in-person-30/ CATEGORIES:Community Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T165323Z CREATED:20260410T131717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T165323Z UID:10002279-1785522600-1785526200@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Summer Shabbat Series with Rabbi Emeritus Mark L. Shook DESCRIPTION:Who are you\, really? Coming to terms with your Jewish Identity \n\n\n\nIn a series of five Shabbat presentations during the month of July\, Rabbi Shook will explore the dynamics of Jewish identity. Starting with the early history of identity through membership in family\, clan\, and tribal groups for sustenance and security\, he will describe the times and events that transformed how we see our Jewish identity\, from one of kinship to one of shared religious values. The series concludes with discussions of conversion to Judaism and what that will mean for the Jewish future. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/summer-shabbat-series-with-rabbi-emeritus-mark-l-shook/2026-07-31/ LOCATION:Congregation Temple Israel\, #1 Rabbi Alvan D. Rubin Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63141\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ShookShabbatSeries2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Temple Israel":MAILTO:writeus@ti-stl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T235959 DTSTAMP:20251021T213702Z CREATED:20251021T213702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T213702Z UID:10001047-1785628800-1785715199@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:NCJWSTL Back To School! Store DESCRIPTION:One-Day “Private Event “for Registered Children across our community. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/ncjwstl-back-to-school-store/ CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/BTSS-2017-Logo-Web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260826T172017Z CREATED:20260812T144120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T172017Z UID:10003764-1785657600-1785690000@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:When We Can't: (Dis)Ability\, Obligation\, and the High Holidays DESCRIPTION:3 Elul High Holiday Preparation Opportunities with Rabbi Noah Arnow \n\n\n\nJewish tradition calls us to hear the shofar\, fast on Yom Kippur\, and dwell in the sukkah—but what happens when we can’t? Through the lenses of halakha\, theology\, and lived experience\, we’ll explore how Jewish tradition responds when we can’t observe these mitzvot in the expected way. Together we’ll discover that these questions are not only about disability\, but about what it means for all of us to serve God as the people we are. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, August 19 at 7pm on Zoom\nHearing the Shofar: Listening Beyond Sound \n\n\n\nWednesday\, August 26 at 12pm on Zoom\nFasting and Feeding: When Yom Kippur Means Eating \n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 5 at 8:30pm (before Selichot) in person\nDwelling with Joy: When the Sukkah Isn’t Accessible \n\n\n\nLearn More on our webpage\nSessions 1 & 2 require signing up to get the Zoom link URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/when-we-cant-disability-obligation-and-the-high-holidays/2026-08-02/ LOCATION:Kol Rinah\, 7701 Maryland Avenue\, Clayton\, 63105\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/FedCal-2026-HH-3sessions-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T143000 DTSTAMP:20260717T175424Z CREATED:20260717T175423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T175424Z UID:10003697-1785751200-1785767400@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Tech Tutor: Hardware Helper (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:Mirowitz Center’s tech instructor\, Larry Edison\, offers one-on-one technology sessions every Monday. Bring your “How do I…?” questions about your phone\, iPad\, or computer. Larry specializes in helping you understand and use software (apps)\, breaking down complex concepts into clear\, manageable steps. Larry’s primary expertise is with Apple devices (iPhone and iPad)\, but he will work with you to try to find solutions even if you use a Windows or other non-Apple device. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions focus on learning and using technology. Larry cannot offer help with repair work\, social media (i.e. Facebook)\, music\, games\, or many non-Apple apps (What’s App\, TikTok\, etc). Register for a 30-minute or 1-hour session.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nRegistration Instructions: To reserve a one-hour appointment\, please select two consecutive 30-minute timeslots.\nWhen you sign-up\, you can select your specific appointment time. Appointments are 30 minutes long.\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/tech-tutor-hardware-helper-free-in-person-40/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260721T163412Z CREATED:20260721T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T163412Z UID:10003692-1785751200-1785772800@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Get Your Game On! (free & in person) DESCRIPTION: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!\nYou may bring your own snacks to enjoy and share. No reservations are necessary for these weekly games\, but please plan to coordinate your group’s schedule and any needed substitutions. All Mahj beginners are welcome – experienced volunteers are typically on hand to provide instructions and guidance. (If you’re looking for other players\, feel free to drop in to see what groups are available and/or are needing participants.) Game on!\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Dr\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/get-your-game-on-free-in-person-37/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T110000 DTSTAMP:20260110T162219Z CREATED:20260110T162219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T162219Z UID:10001662-1785837600-1785841200@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Hazak Grief Group DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nParticipation is free\, but please RSVP. \n\n\n\nHazak is supported by a grant from Women’s Auxiliary Foundation for Jewish Aged\, a supporting Foundation of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis\, & the JCA Charitable Foundation URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/hazak-grief-group/2026-08-04/ LOCATION:Congregation B’nai Amoona\, 324 S. Mason Road\, St. Louis\, MO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Grief_Group_HAZAK_final.png ORGANIZER;CN="B'nai Amoona":MAILTO:sam@bnaiamoona.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T110000 DTSTAMP:20260717T173313Z CREATED:20260717T173312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T173313Z UID:10003703-1785837600-1785841200@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:The Week in Review – Harvey Gerstein & Marilyn Alton (free & online) DESCRIPTION: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 Mirowitz Center forum for thoughtful online discussion about the most pressing news stories of the week.\nThis online program is provided with FEL (Friends Enjoying Life)\, the Mirowitz Center men’s organization.\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/the-week-in-review-harvey-gerstein-marilyn-alton-free-online-16/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260721T163138Z CREATED:20260721T163137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T163138Z UID:10003705-1785855600-1785859200@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Page to Stage: How a Play Comes Alive (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how a script transforms into a full theatrical production? The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis brings that journey to life with an interactive Mirowitz Center program\, using costumes\, props\, video clips\, and storytelling. Participants get a first-hand look at the step-by-step creative process\, from the initial script to the vibrant world on stage to show how a written page becomes a staged performance.\nProvided with the GGs (Gals on the Go)\, the Mirowitz Center women’s organization.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/page-to-stage-how-a-play-comes-alive-free-in-person/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T140000 DTSTAMP:20260721T162811Z CREATED:20260721T162811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T162811Z UID:10003706-1785934800-1785938400@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Crafty Needles (free & in person) DESCRIPTION: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 at 1 PM every Wednesday at the Mirowitz Center. Some supplies are available. If you have patterns\, yarn\, or needles\, please bring them.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/crafty-needles-free-in-person-41/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T203000 DTSTAMP:20260729T205414Z CREATED:20260518T172906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T205414Z UID:10002670-1785956400-1785961800@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:The Big Read DESCRIPTION:Join us for this year’s Big Read at B’nai Amoona on Wednesday nights leading up to the High Holy Days! In conjunction with our theme for the year “Hazak V’Amatz\, Let us strengthen one another\,” we will be reading the book “Be A Refusenik” by Izabella Tabarovsky. Each week we will discuss a different chapter of the book. Here is the week by week breakdown. \n\n\n\nJuly 29th: Rabbi Abraham: Foreword by Natan Sharansky\, Prologue\, Introduction\, and Chapter 1: Reclaim Your Zionism. \n\n\n\nAugust 5th: Cantor Nathanson: Chapter 2: Educate Yourself–And Others. \n\n\n\nAugust 12th: Marlee Cox: Chapter 3: Find Your Comrades in Arms. \n\n\n\nAugust 19th: Liessa Alperin: Chapter 4: Do the Unexpected. \n\n\n\nAugust 26th: Rabbi Skoff: Chapter 5: Reject Victimhood. \n\n\n\nSeptember 2nd: Rabbi Abraham: Lead with Jewish AND Conclusion: On Antizionist Jews and Silver Linings. \n\n\n\nPlease note: there is a $25 fee for the cost of the book. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/the-big-read/2026-08-05/ LOCATION:Congregation B’nai Amoona\, 324 S. Mason Road\, St. Louis\, MO CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TheBigRead5787.png ORGANIZER;CN="B'nai Amoona":MAILTO:sam@bnaiamoona.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T113000 DTSTAMP:20260721T162253Z CREATED:20260721T162253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T162253Z UID:10003711-1786010400-1786015800@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Crafting Corner with Anna Lehrke ($5 & in person) DESCRIPTION: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. Crafting is more than just fun – it’s a boost for your mind\, body\, and spirit. So come for the crafts and stay for the joy! Register for one\, two or three classes. Only a $5 supply fee per session.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Dr\, St. Louis\, MO 63146 \n\n\n\nThursday\, August 6\nStretch Bracelets (Part 1 of 3)\nBack by popular demand! In this class you will make quick and easy stretchy bracelets\, selecting your own beads and leaving with two completed bracelets. \n\n\n\nThursday\, September 3\nFelt Bowl (Part 2 of 3)\nbeaded felt bowls with pre-cut felt patterns and a choice of beads. You’ll leave with a as catch-all container that is as functional as it is beautiful. \n\n\n\nThursday\, October 8\nColoring Calm (Part 3 of 3)\nWhether you’re already a fan of coloring\, or just curious why it’s all the rage\, this class is for you. Coloring is great way to relax and get into a creative state of flow. Coloring pages and markers will be provided. \n\n\n\nCraft: Stretch Bracelets\n$5 cost to register\, and RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/crafting-corner-with-anna-lehrke-5-in-person-12/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T131500 DTSTAMP:20260506T155218Z CREATED:20260506T155217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T155218Z UID:10002403-1786017600-1786022100@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:JProStL Summer Conversation Series | August 6 DESCRIPTION:Managing Life Transitions with Katie Garland\nLife transitions—whether personal or professional—can feel overwhelming\, especially in our fast-paced\, mission-driven world. This workshop offers a supportive and reflective space to pause\, connect\, and navigate change together. Through guided discussion and shared experiences\, participants will explore current life transitions\, whether family or work\, and gain clarity to move forward with intention. Together\, we’ll build a sense of community while practicing self-compassion and resilience. Katie Garland is Advancement and Partnership Director at Crown Center for Senior Living where she previously worked as Client Services Director. Katie has a background as a wellness coach and brings perspectives as both the parent of young children and with an expertise in aging. \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n JProStL Summer Conversation Series 2026Registration for this event has closed. If you are interested in attending\, please contact Alec Rothman at ARothman@JFedSTL.org. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/jprostl-summer-conversation-series-august-6/ LOCATION:Jewish Federation of St. Louis\, 12 Millstone Campus Dr\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/JPro-Speaker-Series-Email-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T133000 DTSTAMP:20260717T175501Z CREATED:20260717T175500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T175501Z UID:10003710-1786017600-1786023000@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:SENIOR PLANET: Google Workspace (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:Learn about free productivity tools like Docs\, Sheets\, Slides\, Photos\, and Drive – all offered by Google for personal projects as well as work-related applications. Mirowitz Center Trainer Larry Edison explores both practical and creative uses and also demonstrates how to make the most out of these popular\, no-cost Google templates.\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146 \n\n\n\nThe Mirowitz Center is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills\, save money\, get in shape\, and make new friends. In fact\, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology curriculum in St. Louis County!\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/senior-planet-google-workspace-free-in-person-2/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T203000 DTSTAMP:20260729T210607Z CREATED:20251104T153243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210607Z UID:10001173-1786042800-1786048200@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:JOB Show DESCRIPTION:Join the New Jewish Theatre (NJT) for their production of JOB. \nAn employee at a big tech company has been placed on leave after becoming the subject of a viral video. She arrives in the office of a crisis therapist determined to be reinstated to the job that gives her life meaning. A psychological thriller\, JOB examines what it means to be a citizen of the internet and our obligation to help the people who need it most. \nRun Time: Approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. \nThis play contains mature themes\, language\, and content. It is recommended only for ages 18+. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/job-show/2026-08-06/ LOCATION:The J\, Staenberg Family Complex\, Wool Studio Theatre\, 2 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Max-Wolf-Friedlichs-Job-NJT-2026-Slider-Banners-with-Buttons-1920x960-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="NJT":MAILTO:rscallet@jccstl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T150000 DTSTAMP:20260721T161305Z CREATED:20260721T161305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T161305Z UID:10003712-1786107600-1786114800@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Movies @ Mirowitz (free & in person) DESCRIPTION:Enjoy fantastic movies on the Mirowitz Center’s 14-foot screen and top-notch sound system! A first-rate movie-watching experience for all! See you at the movies!\nLOCATION:\nMirowitz Center\n8 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO 63146\nMovie Title: Of The People: Women of the Civil Rights Movement (2014) in recognition of the Voting Rights Act (signed on August 6\, 1965)\nNo cost to register\, but RSVP required. Please use link below to register online or email program@mirowitzcenter.org or call 314-733-9813. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/movies-mirowitz-free-in-person-37/ LOCATION:Mirowitz Center\, 8 Millstone Campus Dr.\, St. Louis\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Mirowitz Center":MAILTO:program@mirowitzcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T200000 DTSTAMP:20260715T201710Z CREATED:20251105T174424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T201710Z UID:10001267-1786125600-1786132800@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:Ben-Gurion Society Shabbat Dinner DESCRIPTION:Join the Ben-Gurion Society for a Shabbat Dinner!Connect with your fellow BGS members as we thank you for your support of our Jewish Community.Kosher Dinner Provided. This event is for adults only. \n\n\n\nFriday\, August 7 | 6 pmAshley & Matt Specter Residence \n\n\n\nNot a member of Ben-Gurion Society (BGS) and want to attend? Learn more about BGS here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Register To Attend\n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email Address*\n \n Cell Phone Number*Will you be bringing a guest?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Guest's Name*Guest's Email*Guest's Cell Phone Number*Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or require Kosher food:\n \n \n Kosher Food Required\n \n \n \n Vegetarian\n \n \n \n Vegan\n \n \n \n Food Allergy\n List Food AllergyI agree to receive text messages from Federation.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n Submit URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/ben-gurion-society-shabbat-dinner-august-2026/ CATEGORIES:Jewish Federation Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ShabbatWithBGS_2026._125png.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T153000 DTSTAMP:20260729T210607Z CREATED:20251104T153243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210607Z UID:10001174-1786197600-1786203000@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:JOB Show DESCRIPTION:Join the New Jewish Theatre (NJT) for their production of JOB. \nAn employee at a big tech company has been placed on leave after becoming the subject of a viral video. She arrives in the office of a crisis therapist determined to be reinstated to the job that gives her life meaning. A psychological thriller\, JOB examines what it means to be a citizen of the internet and our obligation to help the people who need it most. \nRun Time: Approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. \nThis play contains mature themes\, language\, and content. It is recommended only for ages 18+. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/job-show/2026-08-08/1/ LOCATION:The J\, Staenberg Family Complex\, Wool Studio Theatre\, 2 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Max-Wolf-Friedlichs-Job-NJT-2026-Slider-Banners-with-Buttons-1920x960-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="NJT":MAILTO:rscallet@jccstl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T203000 DTSTAMP:20260729T210607Z CREATED:20251104T153243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210607Z UID:10001175-1786215600-1786221000@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:JOB Show DESCRIPTION:Join the New Jewish Theatre (NJT) for their production of JOB. \nAn employee at a big tech company has been placed on leave after becoming the subject of a viral video. She arrives in the office of a crisis therapist determined to be reinstated to the job that gives her life meaning. A psychological thriller\, JOB examines what it means to be a citizen of the internet and our obligation to help the people who need it most. \nRun Time: Approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. \nThis play contains mature themes\, language\, and content. It is recommended only for ages 18+. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/job-show/2026-08-08/2/ LOCATION:The J\, Staenberg Family Complex\, Wool Studio Theatre\, 2 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Max-Wolf-Friedlichs-Job-NJT-2026-Slider-Banners-with-Buttons-1920x960-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="NJT":MAILTO:rscallet@jccstl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T143000 DTSTAMP:20260626T142429Z CREATED:20260622T191332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T142429Z UID:10003604-1786273200-1786285800@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:6th Annual St. Charles Jewish Festival DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATING JEWISH LIFE AND CULTURE Live Jewish Music! // The Shuk Experience // Family Entertainment The sixth annual St. Charles Jewish Festival\, organized by the Chabad Jewish Center of St. Charles County and The Gan St. Charles Preschool\, will once again join the line-up of cultural festivals in the county. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy Jewish music and kosher food\, and learn about Jewish holidays\, rituals and traditions in a fun and meaningful way. For more information\, visit: www.JewishStCharles.org/Festival. Admission\, Music\, Kids Activities Free. Food For Sale. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/6th-annual-st-charles-jewish-festival/ LOCATION:Lewis & Clark Boat House Parking Lot\, 1050 S. Riverside Drive\, St. Charles\, 63301\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/001.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Chabad Jewish Center of St. Charles County":MAILTO:info@jewishstcharles.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T153000 DTSTAMP:20260729T210607Z CREATED:20251104T153243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210607Z UID:10001176-1786284000-1786289400@www.jfedstl.org SUMMARY:JOB Show DESCRIPTION:Join the New Jewish Theatre (NJT) for their production of JOB. \nAn employee at a big tech company has been placed on leave after becoming the subject of a viral video. She arrives in the office of a crisis therapist determined to be reinstated to the job that gives her life meaning. A psychological thriller\, JOB examines what it means to be a citizen of the internet and our obligation to help the people who need it most. \nRun Time: Approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. \nThis play contains mature themes\, language\, and content. It is recommended only for ages 18+. URL:https://www.jfedstl.org/event/job-show/2026-08-09/ LOCATION:The J\, Staenberg Family Complex\, Wool Studio Theatre\, 2 Millstone Campus Drive\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.jfedstl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Max-Wolf-Friedlichs-Job-NJT-2026-Slider-Banners-with-Buttons-1920x960-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="NJT":MAILTO:rscallet@jccstl.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR