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.

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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).

Grief & Bereavement Support Group

Grief & Bereavement Support Group (free & in person)

Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United States

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...

Crafty Needles

Crafty Needles

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....

Beats in the Booth: A Nishmah Sukkot Gathering

Private Home Clayton, United States

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...

Improv for Life – Rebekah Scallet, The New Jewish Theatre (free and in person)

Mirowitz Center 8 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, United States

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...

Safari in the Sukkah

JCC Fox Building - Chesterfield 16801 Baxter Road, Chesterfield

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...

Cocktails & Causes

Cocktails and Causes with PROMO – they will discuss issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community and what to expect during the 2026 legislative session. Please register.

Jewish Book Festival – Eli Sharabi

General Admission - $36 On February 8, 2025, after 491 days in Hamas captivity, Eli Sharabi emerged from the tunnels of Gaza, a shadow of his former self, and finally made his way home to Israel, only to learn the devastating news that his wife and daughters had been killed on October 7. In his highly...

Sliders in the Sukkah

Nusach Hari 650 N. Price Rd, Olivette, United States

Men's Only Event

On the Record with Bob Cohn (free & online)

Zoom

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.

Shabbat Dinner in the Sukkah

Bais Abraham Congregation 6910 Delmar Bivd, St. Louis, United States

Join us for kabbalat Shabbat followed by dinner in the sukkah. Details coming soon!

JGrads Sukkot Dinner

Bais Abraham Congregation 6910 Delmar Bivd, St. Louis, United States

Enjoy a delicious buffet of soups and cocktails with your friends in the beautiful Sukkah!