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.
Our calendar will only feature events and programs hosted or sponsored by Jewish organizations in our community. You can find more information about how to submit an event here.
Please contact communications@jfedstl.org with any questions or issues.
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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 created. As Esther tests the...
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Please join us for FLOURISH — a Gala Benefiting JFS on Sunday, September 28, at The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center. This special evening, will include a reception, followed by dinner and an inspiring program to raise funds that help families, friends, and neighbors imagine—and live—a more fulfilling future. |
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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. 
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.... |
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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, especially New York. Whether you're... |
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SAVE THE DATE, On Sunday, October 5, 2025, the Jewish Federation of St. Louis invites you to join our community as we mark two years since the October 7, 2023 attacks. We will honor the memory of the lives lost and stand together in tribute to the strength and resilience of the Israeli people. All are welcome... |
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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 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.... |
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Join us for kabbalat Shabbat followed by dinner in the sukkah. Details coming soon!
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Join us for a short Sukkot Shabbat service led by Rabbi Shook and followed by a special dessert Oneg in the Sukkah where you’ll have the chance to shake the Lulav and Etrog. Friday, October 10 | 6:00 pm Pre-Oneg | 6:30 pm Shabbat services followed by a dessert Oneg and trip to the Sukkah ... |
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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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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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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. 
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... |
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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.... |
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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. 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,... |
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Don’t miss this festive family-friendly service in the Gall Family Sanctuary where we will unroll the entire Torah! The Rabbis will help us read the ending and beginning lines of the Torah as we conclude it and start anew. We will also be giving a special blessing to our new Religious School students on the... |
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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 what's in store for 2026... |
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The J Board of Directors Meeting October meeting will be held at The Marilyn Fox Building. |
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SAVE THE DATE | COUTURIER NCJWSTL'S PREMIER DESIGNER EVENT SINCE 1964 Shop all your favorite designer items for a fraction of the cost!
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.... |
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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. Topics including personal leadership, board engagement, and generative decision making. The Levy Fellows participants will also be recognized at the Millstone Presidents’ Circle on December...
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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. There will be animals to feed and pet. We will have snacks and more! |
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The 2025 AJC Netzach dinner will honor Rob & Susan Goldstein and Family. AJC established the Netzach award in 1991, to honor those families in our community who exemplify these enduring values and who have passed them L’Dor V’Dor, from Generation to Generation. More details to come. |
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Opening Reception for participants Jewish Federation's collaborative leadership training program designed for individuals seeking increased involvement in the Jewish community. Build connections, develop friendships, and explore the diversity of Jewish identities. Explore how personal values and commitments align with Jewish traditions. Tackle challenging conversations that broaden perspectives. Gain skills and confidence for effective leadership. |
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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....
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Journalist Lee Yaron shares her new book 10/7: 100 Human Stories as part of the Jewish Book Festival. |
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Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is pleased to present L’Chaim!, our eleventh annual community and campaign event on the evening of October 30, 2025. This event is an opportunity to bring women from all parts of the Jewish community together for an evening of entertainment and philanthropy. Past speakers include Carol... |
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