Family center
Ongoing Programs Open Play
5 yrs and under w/adult
Come where creativity and imagination meet. Open up a world of new friends, meet new families and use your imagination while children play and giggle in a relaxed, non-structured environment. No sessions on 9/5, 9/19 & 9/26 Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Thu FREE for members/$7p Infant/Toddler Discovery Open Play
Ongoing 10:30-11:30am
2 yrs and under w/adult
Bring in your little one to play while you meet new families and have open discussions about common parenting issues, all in a relaxed, non-structured environment. No sessions on 9/6, 9/20 & 9/27 Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox Fri FREE for members/$7p Birthday Parties in the Family Center
Ongoing 10:30-11:30am
0-5 yrs
The Family Centers are the perfect space for children to run, play and have an amazing time with friends and family! Party time includes set-up/break down, a dedicated staff person for 90 minutes and lots of fun! Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org (SFC) Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org (Fox) SFC or Fox Family Center $150m/$175p (rental only) Playgroups
By reservation
Moms & babies
Interested in joining a playgroup with your newborn? Playgroups for Jewish and interfaith families are held at various times and organized around children’s ages and family location. Make a connection and meet new friends. Groups are available for working and second time moms as well. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org Locations vary by group Ongoing FREE/$18p (one time placement fee) 1-5 yrs w/adult
Fox FREE
First Fri of each month
Ongoing
9:30 -10:15am
Want more programs? Check out... Sports/Movement classes: Jump Bunch Pre-K Sports Club Creative Dance & Ballet Start Smart Soccer
Aquatics: Parent and Child Aquatics Pre-School Aquatics
Natalie Lesko (SFC), 314-442-3104 Chris Horan (Fox), 314-442-3498
Kyle Fetick (SFC), 314-442-3296 Marissa Koester (Fox), 314-442-3495
2013
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Join us for interactive storytelling of Jewish tales, music and dance with Brodsky Library Director, Barb Raznick. Includes an art project and healthy snack. No session on 9/6 Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
Jewish Community Center 2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146
Once Upon a Time
Fall Programs Coordinated by the Helene Mirowitz Center of Jewish Community Life jccstl.org facebook.com/jccfamilycenter
Family Activities Tour de Fun
Kids’ Programs
Families with children 10 and under
Enjoy a day of family entertainment including rides, giant inflatables, pony rides, crafts, unique vehicles to explore and much more! Food is available for a fun picnic lunch while enjoying the music, interactive games and entertainment. Register by 8/12 to receive a free t-shirt! Contact: Kimmi Levinson 314-442-3109, klevinson@jccstl.org More information is available at tourdefun.com SFC Sun 8/25 $10/advance $15/at the door per child
Craftibility
3-5 yrs (drop-off)
An arts and crafts program for young children in collaboration with the St. Louis Arc. We’ll build compassion and awareness for individuals with disabilities. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox $60m/$75p
Tues
Mommy/Baby Boogie
Families with children 10 and under
Fox $60/$75p
Whole Foods in Town and Country FREE
Rhythm ‘N’ Ruach
Sun
Fall Park Playdates
9/1
12:00-2:00pm
Families with children 5 and under
Meet at Stacy Park for an afternoon of fall fun on the playground. This informal playdate is a great way to meet others and let the kinds run wild. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org 9/12 10/14
4:00 – 5:30pm 4:00 – 5:30pm
Celebrate Sukkot Apple Picking Event
Families with children 10 and under
Bring the family out to Mills Apple Farm in Marine, IL for a morning of apple picking and Sukkot entertainment. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own apples. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org Mills Apple Farm Sun FREE
9/22
10:00am-12:00pm
Wed
9/4 – 10/9
Hanukkah Party
Families with children 6 and under (siblings welcome!)
Join the Early Childhood families as we all light the giant Agam menorah outside, as well as sing Hanukkah songs and create a themed craft project. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Tue
12/3
10:30-11:30am
5 yrs and under w/adult
A new parent/child music program that connects children to Hebrew and Jewish music. These upbeat rhythms, interactive instrument playing and songs will follow them throughout their growing years. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox $60m/$75p
Mon
9/16 – 10/21 10:30-11:15am
HI-NRG Gymnastics for Preschoolers
3-5 yrs (drop-off)
Children will work on the mini-trampoline, bars, mats, beam and more as they learn basic gymnastic skills from trained HI-NRG instructors. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org (FOX) Natalie Lesko, 314-442-3104, nlesko@jccstl.org (SFC) SFC Mon Fox Fri $120m/$180p each session
9/9 – 11/25 3:00-3:45pm 10/4 – 12/20 1:15-2:00pm GYMNASTIX
18 months – 3 yrs w/adult
Give your child a foundation for healthy movement as they learn how to jump, hop, roll and more. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC $60m/$90p
Tue
9/10-10/15 & 10/22-11/26
9:30-10:15am
4:15 – 5:30pm Music Together
0-4 yrs w/an adult
Music Together classes are based on the recognition that all children are musical and can learn to sing in tune, keep a beat and participate with confidence, provided that their early environment supports such learning. Using rhythm instruments and manipulative movements, students and caregivers will sing, dance and learn how to love music. Register at MilderMusicalArts.com or 314-469-6646. SFC Thu 10/3 – 12/12 (no class 11/28) 9:30-10:15am or 10:30 – 11:15am $180 includes 10 45-minute lessons, 1 music book, 2 CDs, $145 per additional sibling.
SFC $90m/$120p
Monday
9/16-10/21 & 10/28-12/2
Wonderful Wednesdays
10:00-11:00am
2 1/2 - 3 yrs w/adult
Enjoy a variety of entertaining themed activities including arts and crafts, music, snacks and movement with your toddler. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org
For moms and pre-crawling babies
HI-NRG Gymnastics Early Explorers
Fox FREE
1:00 – 2:00pm
Bond with your baby while incorporating dance, music, cardio and other fitness tools, all while you meet other new moms and get a great workout! Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org
While you’re shopping for Rosh Hashanah, come out and sample some wonderful gourmet honeys while your children participate in a Shalom Sesame Color me Calendar activity. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org
Thu Mon
9/3 – 10/8
18 mos-2 yrs w/adult
Start the week off with a variety of themed activities including arts and crafts, music, snacks and movement with your toddler. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
9:30am-1:30pm
Spoonful of Honey - Gourmet Honey Tasting
Stacy Park, Olivette FREE
Magnificent Mondays
FOX $90m/$120p
Wednesday
Kindermusik Academy
10/16-11/20
10:00-11:00am
varies by class
Develop your child’s lifelong appreciation for music. The program blends singing, dancing, movement, multi-cultural selections and instrument play. Activities promote musical skills, coordination, language development, problem solving, and social interaction. You’ll enrich your repertoire at home, supported by home materials including CDs, children’s literature, musical activity books, and an exclusive Kindermusik instrument. Classes vary. For full details, visit kindermusikstl.com.