Join the J and Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School for a fun day of apple picking for the whole family for Rosh Hashanah. Registration is required. Location will be provided upon registration.
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.
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Two marriages have seemingly little in common: Esther and Schmuli are Orthodox Jews navigating strictly defined rules and roles, while Sophie and Abe are secular and free to make their own choices. But both couples are growing apart as they strive to balance their individual identities with the families they’ve […]
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Join PJ Library for a park playdate! For families with children ages 0-24 months. Please register for the exact location, and text Megan at 314-278-3742 with any questions. |
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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 online program […] |
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Yom Kippur
The Day of Atonement is the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, marking the end of the 10 days of repentance. It is spent in fasting and fervent prayer. Sounding the shofar signals the holiday’s end.
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Erev Yom Kippur (Kol Nidre) Service Led by our Rabbis, this service is most appropriate for adults and families with children in grade 3 and above. |
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Join Rabbi Yosef David Services are in English, and all questions are welcome!Come experience the prayers and the holiday with a real understanding.✨ FREE & OPEN TO ALL ✨
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Join Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald Services are in English, and all questions are welcome!Come experience the prayers and the holiday with a real understanding.✨ FREE & OPEN TO ALL ✨ |
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In recognition of the Jewish holidays Sukkot and Simchat Torah, join us at the Mirowitz Center to enjoy the upbeat tunes of Klezmer band Di Kamer Kapelye! Klezmer music, which defines modern Ashkenazic Jewish existence, is rooted in old-time Yiddish tunes and has evolved through the influences of immigrant Jewish musicians in America, […] |
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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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Led 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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Come 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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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 […]
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Join 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 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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On 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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Join us for kabbalat Shabbat followed by dinner in the sukkah. Details coming soon!
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Friday, 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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Sukkot
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Join Us In The Incredibly Beautiful Sukkah! Enjoy the Bounce House Pizza Ice-Cream Truck Balloons
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Join 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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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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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. No cost to register, but RSVP required. Topic -- Grateful and Rich: The Art of Enough
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 […]
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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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Join the Jewish Book Festival for an evening with comedian Steve Hofstetter! |
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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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The 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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Kolot, 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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The 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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Naftali 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
NCJWSTL’S PREMIER DESIGNER EVENT SINCE 1964. Shop all your favorite designer items for a fraction of the cost! |
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Jewish 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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A morning of exercise, education and wellness. Event is free and open to members and the public.
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Join us with the animals in honor of the reading of Parshat Noach at our petting zoo and mesiba. |
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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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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.
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Feeling 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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A 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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St. Louis Jewish Book Festival
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October 7th Community Commemoration