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.
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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. ![]() 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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![]() 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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![]() 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! You 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... |
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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 is provided with FEL (Friends... |
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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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![]() 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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![]() 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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![]() 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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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 to... |
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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). ![]() 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! You 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... |
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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 to attend. Supported by a... ![]() 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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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, and meaningful moments of connection, music, and spirituality. Let’s embrace the spirit of the holiday with laughter, drumming, and the beauty of the outdoors... |
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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 enjoyable!" On the second Thursday of...
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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 petting zoo and activities, both family friendly and exciting for adults alike. Shake the lulav and etrog, sing and schmooze with many... |
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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 men's organization.
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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. ![]() 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! You 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... |
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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.
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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 share personal experiences, access resources,... |
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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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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. 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,... 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 love of literature with positive,... |
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Dr. Nancy Morrow-Howell, Co-Director of the Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging at Washington University, invites you to rethink the way we talk about growing older. In this engaging session, she will explore how societal narratives about aging shape attitudes, policies, and personal expectations. By “reframing aging,” we can challenge stereotypes, promote positive aging, and...
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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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![]() 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! You 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... The J Board of Directors Meeting October meeting will be held at The Marilyn Fox Building. |
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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 strong appreciation for Israel’s cultural... |
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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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![]() Welcome back Anna Lehrke in this special two-part program at the Mirowitz Center. First, a speaker event exploring the long and fascinating history of bags, for men and women alike. Followed by a return of the Abbie White Collection of evening bags, a museum-quality exhibit that comes to life with music, memories, and fabulous photo ops! Both programs co-sponsored...
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![]() Join us for a special two-part program led by Anna Lehrke, beginning with Part 1, "History is in the Bag!" Discover the surprising stories behind bags in this lively and engaging presentation. You'll meet a colorful cast of characters – including a mummy, painter, queen, and butterscotch maker – each with a unique connection to...
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Spice up your culinary skills at our Israeli Cooking Class with Naomi, our Israeli Shalicha! Learn to make Shakshuka. Enjoy a culinary journey at J that’ll leave you hungry for more. Don’t miss out! Open to adults 21+. |
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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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![]() 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! You 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...
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![]() The 2025 AJC Netzach dinner will honor Rob & Susan Goldstein and Family. Cocktails begin at 6p.m. followed by dinner at 7p.m. Location provided upon RSVP. 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... |
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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. This support group meets monthly – come as often as you wish to discuss information on...
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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. Nikki Adams, MSW, LMSW, a trained facilitator with Provident Behavioral Health, will help you learn mindfulness techniques and other effective tools to reclaim your calm and enhance your well-being....
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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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