Kehilla means Community and our Kehilla Calendar has something for everyone! From Jewish holiday celebrations to educational speaker series to programs for families with children, you should bookmark this page! Sign up for our newsletter to find out more information and ways to join our Jewish Kehilla.
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LabriYOUt “to health” is a Jewish service-learning initiative that engages individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). With the support of volunteers, LabriYOUt will provide nutrition education, community building activities and skills through three programs for participants, while offering family members and caretakers a support group model and access to resources to assist their loved...
In May, June and July, Kol Rinah's Verein Discussion Group, in conjunction with Rabbi Arnow, will present a 4-part series and discussion on Beliefs. God is perceived in many forms, even among practicing Jews. What do we expect from our God? All programs will be available on Zoom, with the July 13th program in-person, at...
The J - Member Appreciation Pool Party - Chesterfield Join other J members for our annual event for giveaways, treats, music, and special activities for the whole family- at the Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield
How United Hatzalah is pioneering a new model of international lifesaving cooperation — and how that network mobilized instantly to save thousands of lives during the October 7th, 2023 terror attacks in Israel. From civilian responders on the front lines to international support teams across the globe, this talk reveals the power of grassroots coordination,...
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 PM, starting on August 28. Some supplies are available....
In a series of four Shabbat presentations during July, Rabbi Shook will upend what we thought we knew about basic Jewish ideas. Religious beliefs do not occur in a vacuum. They are human responses to real events. A deep dive into the historic forces that produced our understanding of God, Torah, and Israel will reveal...
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, led by Joan M. Hirst, MA, of JFS St. Louis, participants will have a safe space to share personal experiences, access resources, and learn strategies to...
JProStL Summer Series for staff who work in the St. Louis Jewish Community Rachel was the collaborating writer of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew, a book by Emmanuel Acho and Noa Tishby. This session creates a space for staff of all backgrounds to discuss Judaism, Israel, and antisemitism and to gain context and confidence when navigating...
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 by a grant from the Women’s...
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 PM, starting on August 28. Some supplies are available....
Join the Jewish Federation’s Professional Society for a Happy Hour! Thursday, July 105:30–7:30 p.m.Wild Crush (13360 Clayton Rd, 63131) Enjoy drinks, light bites and networking with other professionals who share your commitment to community and impact. SPONSORED BY For questions, please contact Stacy Wagerman at SWagerman@JFedSTL.org or 314-442-3730.
Connect with your Jewish identity and other young adults in the St. Louis Community with YPD’s Shabbat Shalom, STL! – a Three-Session Shabbat Service series. Join us for one service or all three, exploring different STL Synagogues while engaging with others. Whether you have attended services since childhood or have yet to step into a...
In a series of four Shabbat presentations during July, Rabbi Shook will upend what we thought we knew about basic Jewish ideas. Religious beliefs do not occur in a vacuum. They are human responses to real events. A deep dive into the historic forces that produced our understanding of God, Torah, and Israel will reveal...
In May, June and July, Kol Rinah's Verein Discussion Group, in conjunction with Rabbi Arnow, will present a 4-part series and discussion on Beliefs. God is perceived in many forms, even among practicing Jews. What do we expect from our God? All programs will be available on Zoom, with the July 13th program in-person, at...
Learn more about the Jewish Federation of St. Louis Show Me Israel Volunteer Experience scheduled for November 2-10 with an optional two day extension for first time travelers. Trip details can be found at JFedSTL.org/Show-Me-Israel.
Whether you're a devoted fan, a graphic-design buff, or just a history enthusiast, you’re going to get a kick out of this special program with Gary Kodner, author of St. Louis Cardinals Uniforms & Logos: An Illustrated History. Discover the fascinating evolution of the Cardinals’ logos and uniforms from 1882 to 2016, while chronicling one of...
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 PM, starting on August 28. Some supplies are available....
🌞 YPD, let's get ready to sip into summer! 🍹 You're invited to our favorite Thursday event- YPD Summer Happy Hour Series! Join us as we soak up the sun, sip cool drinks, and kick back with great company all summer long! Let’s face it — you weren’t going to be productive after 5 PM anyway....
Calling all READERS! This online book club, in partnership with the St. Louis County Library, is available through Zoom or even the telephone. Referencet 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 love of literature with positive,...
Join us for a captivating series introducing The New Jewish Theatre's 2025 season and exploring emerging Jewish topics. Each session features insights from NJT's artistic team, engaging discussions with a rabbi, and a special discount on play tickets. Session #3: Rabbi Emeritus Jeffrey Stiffman of Congregation Shaare Emeth will focus on the play Two Jews Walk Into a War,...
In a series of four Shabbat presentations during July, Rabbi Shook will upend what we thought we knew about basic Jewish ideas. Religious beliefs do not occur in a vacuum. They are human responses to real events. A deep dive into the historic forces that produced our understanding of God, Torah, and Israel will reveal...
You are invited to join the Kol Rinah Israel Committee and the St Louis Friends of Israel Co-Founder Galit Lev-Harir in-person at Kol Rinah to view the film OCTOBER 8 - The Fight for the Soul of America. Focus: This documentary examines the surge in antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment in the United States, particularly on college...
JProStL Summer Series for staff who work at least 20 hours in the St. Louis Jewish Community. Increase your self-awareness and confidence at work by exploring your communication style, emotions and the impact of your words through voice and speech. Rebekah Scallet is the Artistic Director of The J’s New Jewish Theater and the new...
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 PM, starting on August 28. Some supplies are available....
With antisemitic incidents still increasing in the United States and around the world, the mission of the ADL (Anti-Defamation League) continues: to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all. Jordan Kadosh, Regional Director of the local ADL Heartland office, explains how this organization fights all forms of...
Ishaq and Zeblyan are the last remaining Jews in Afghanistan. They share the only remaining synagogue that has not been destroyed by the Taliban. They share a mission to repopulate the Jewish community in Kabul. But they also hate each other. Can this Middle Eastern odd couple commit to one incredible act of faith to...
In a series of four Shabbat presentations during July, Rabbi Shook will upend what we thought we knew about basic Jewish ideas. Religious beliefs do not occur in a vacuum. They are human responses to real events. A deep dive into the historic forces that produced our understanding of God, Torah, and Israel will reveal...
Ishaq and Zeblyan are the last remaining Jews in Afghanistan. They share the only remaining synagogue that has not been destroyed by the Taliban. They share a mission to repopulate the Jewish community in Kabul. But they also hate each other. Can this Middle Eastern odd couple commit to one incredible act of faith to...
Ishaq and Zeblyan are the last remaining Jews in Afghanistan. They share the only remaining synagogue that has not been destroyed by the Taliban. They share a mission to repopulate the Jewish community in Kabul. But they also hate each other. Can this Middle Eastern odd couple commit to one incredible act of faith to...
Ishaq and Zeblyan are the last remaining Jews in Afghanistan. They share the only remaining synagogue that has not been destroyed by the Taliban. They share a mission to repopulate the Jewish community in Kabul. But they also hate each other. Can this Middle Eastern odd couple commit to one incredible act of faith to...
Building on the advances of their 1965 Rubber Soul release, The Beatles took a three-month break and then five more months to create another blockbuster, Revolver. That period was probably the last time the band – at their peak as performers – truly collaborated together as a unit. Classic songs from the album include "Tomorrow Never Knows," "Eleanor...
Join Women’s Philanthropy for a One-Night Mahjong Event!Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, all are welcome for a fun evening of mahjong. Monday, July 296:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Beginner instruction and refresher session7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Open play for all levels Friendly games · All skill levels welcome
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 PM, starting on August 28. Some supplies are available....
Ishaq and Zeblyan are the last remaining Jews in Afghanistan. They share the only remaining synagogue that has not been destroyed by the Taliban. They share a mission to repopulate the Jewish community in Kabul. But they also hate each other. Can this Middle Eastern odd couple commit to one incredible act of faith to...
JProStL Summer Series for staff who work at least 20 hours in the St. Louis Jewish Community. Join Celeste Souza, LCSW, Chief Program Officer, and Michelle Hastings, PhD, Clinical Services Supervisor, JFS to recognize and name the challenges so many are facing these days, including the wide range of mental health and emotional challenges. Discuss ways...
Rabbi James Stone Goodman and Rabbi Susan Talve, both of Central Reform Congregation, return to the Mirowitz Center for another special program! Drawing from Rabbi Goodman’s fourth book, Black Fire White Fire, they will present together, blending music, poetry, and storytelling into a soulful journey through ancient wisdom and creative expression. No cost to register, but...
Ishaq and Zeblyan are the last remaining Jews in Afghanistan. They share the only remaining synagogue that has not been destroyed by the Taliban. They share a mission to repopulate the Jewish community in Kabul. But they also hate each other. Can this Middle Eastern odd couple commit to one incredible act of faith to...
Join us on the Upper Playground to end the amazing summer with a short Shabbat service for tots – led by Miss Megan and created just for littles – is jam-packed with Shabbat (and camp!) tunes your kids will know and love, lots of dancing, and tons of fun! Friday, August 1 | 5:15 pm...
This solemn day is a reminder of the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem, which occurred on the same Hebrew calendar date. It is traditional to fast.
Ishaq and Zeblyan are the last remaining Jews in Afghanistan. They share the only remaining synagogue that has not been destroyed by the Taliban. They share a mission to repopulate the Jewish community in Kabul. But they also hate each other. Can this Middle Eastern odd couple commit to one incredible act of faith to...