Family center
Parents of children 0-5
Join Jewish parents throughout the community, to hear experts talk about parenting topics with a Jewish twist. Our next speaker is a lunch and learn with Dr. Milt Rubin who will speak on “Can parents actually make their child happy, and if so, how?” Free babysitting is provided. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Temple Israel FREE
Tue
1/22
Noon
L’Mazeltov
Expecting Jewish/Interfaith parents
Meet other expecting parents in this traditional birthing class, focusing on the Lamaze technique with a Jewish twist. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org SFC or Fox $85m/$95p
classes formed as needed Min. 6 couples
Free to Be You and Me: A Parenting Workshop on Bullying, Building Self-Confidence & Breaking Down Stereotypes Author Lori Rotskoff shares with parents, research and lessons from her book When We Were Free to Be: Looking Back at a Children’s Classic and the Difference It Made, while school-age children participate in special activities led by coordinators from the Anti-Defamation League. Also features Alison Goldstein Lebowitz, author of Am I There Yet? Includes time together to enjoy a special performance by the J’s Youth Theatre. Contact: Marcia Levy, 314-442-3289, mlevy@jccstl.org SFC Sun 1/13 $10 individual ticket, $25 for family Free with Book Festival Series Plus ticket
2:00-4:00pm
Celebrate with us! Birthday Parties in the Family Center
0-5 yrs
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! Children who are turning three, four or five have the option of the J creating a fun theme parts and related activates. Theme options include Superhero, transportation or Princess. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org (SFC); Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org (Fox) SFC or Fox Family Center By reservation $150m/$175p (rental only) $180m/$225p (theme party/3-5 yrs only)
2013
Stay up to date on Family Center programming! Like us on Facebook. facebook.com/ jccfamilycenter
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Oys & Joys: The Pre-school years
Jewish Community Center 2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146
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Parenting Programs
Winter-Spring Programs Coordinated by the Helene Mirowitz Center of Jewish Community Life jccstl.org facebook.com/jccfamilycenter
Family Activities An American Tail
part of the Jewish Family Film Festival
KidzArt – Squiggles to Grins
Kids’ Programs HI-NRG Gymnastics for Preschoolers
Your children will have fun experimenting with different media while they tune-up their fine motor coordination, make beautiful pieces of art and improve pre-school readiness. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org 3-5 yrs
This animated feature film is the story of Fievel Mousekewitz and his family as they immigrate from Russia to the United States for freedom. However, Fievel gets lost and must find a way to reunite with his family. This is a great, fun children’s film about an important chapter in American Jewish history.
Build agility, speed, coordination and confidence while learning new skills. Children will learn cartwheels, handstands, and the basics on balance beam, rings, and parallel bars! Contact: Natalie Lesko, 314-442-3104, nlesko@jccstl.org (SFC); Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org (Fox)
SFC
SFC Mon 1/7-3/11 (10wks) $100m/$150p • $110m/$165p (after 1/1) SFC Mon 4/8-5/20 (6 wks) $60m/$90p • $66m/$99p (after 3/29) Fox Fri 1/11-3/15 $100m/$150p Fox Fri 4/5-5/10 $60m/$90p
Sun
2/10
Time TBA
Jewish Rock Radio RockFest National Music Festival
Families of all ages
The inaugural Jewish rock concert featuring several national Jewish professional musicians including Shira Kline, Naomi Less, Saul Kaye, Billy Jonas, and more. Don’t miss this one of a kind gathering of national music talent who will perform both solo and joint acts. Contact: Diane Maier 314-442-3190, dmaier@jccstl.org
HI-NRG Early Explorers Gymnastics Class
3:00-3:45pm GYMNASTIX
3:00-3:45pm 1:15-2:00pm
SFC Mon $100m/$110p
This fun, safe Early Explorer program is designed to give your child a foundation for healthy movement. Your child will learn how to jump, hop, roll forwards and backwards, support their weight on their hands, move their body when hanging by their hands and more! Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
In your home FREE Open Play
Matzah Mania: Preparing for Passover
SFC Tue $100m/$150p SFC Tue $60m/$80p
Prepare for Passover in a fun and festive manner by making a seder plate, going on an Afikomen hunt and making your own authentic matzah with the Chabad Matzah Bakery. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Sun 3/10 10:00-11:30am $10m/$15p per family in advance $15m/$20p day of event 65th Birthday Party for Israel
4/9-5/14 (6 wks)
9:30-10:15am
Cooking with Kids
GYMNASTIX
3-5 yr drop off class
Have your child learn how to make delicious, nutritious dishes with their friends. Parents get copies of all of the recipes and kids have a blast cooking! Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org Families with children under 6 yrs (siblings welcome)
Bring the family to celebrate Israel’s 65th birthday with a fun party at the J! Activities include Israeli snacks and games, art projects, an interactive musical presentation and a goody bag filled with Israeli treats! Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org SFC Sun 4/21 10:00am-12:00pm $10m/$15p per family in advance $15m/$20p day of event
SFC Tue $90m/$110p
1/15-2/19
Music Together
1:30-2:30pm
0-4 yrs with 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 2/28-5/9 (no class on 3/21) 9:30 or 10:30am $180 includes 10 45-minute lessons, 1 music book, 2 CDs $140 per additional sibling Messy Mornings
18 mos-3 yrs w/ adult
Help your child unleash their inner artist and make the mess outside of your home, as they experiment with a multitude of fun mediums in a warm and stimulating environment. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox Thu $60m/$80p
3/28-5/2
10:00-11:00am
New Jewish/Interfaith parents
We want to welcome your new baby to the community with an in-home visit with lots of free gifts! Enjoy our goody bag and other helpful information about involvement in the Jewish community! Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org
18 mos-3 yr with a parent
9:30-10:15am
9:30-10:30am
Shalom Baby
1:15-2:00pm
1/15-3/5 (10 wks)
4/8-5/13
Ongoing Programs
SFC Sun 2/17 3:30-8:30pm $5/children under 13 $10/adults To purchase tickets online, visit brownpapertickets.com Families with children under 6 yrs (siblings welcome)
2- 3 1/2 yrs with an adult
By appointment
5 yrs and under with 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. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Mon & Thu FREE for members/$7p
10:30-11:30am
Infant/Toddler Discovery Open Play
2 yrs and under with 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. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox Fri FREE for members/$7p
10:30-11:30am
Tot Shabbat
5 yrs and under with adult
Join us at the J in the Family Center and welcome Shabbat… tot style! Full of Shabbat spirit and tradition, Tot Shabbat offers a variety of activities such as music, arts and crafts, cooking, stories and more. Alternates locations on the 2nd Friday of each month. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Fox FREE
Fri Fri
2/8 & 4/12 3/8 & 5/10
4:30-5:15pm
Playgroups
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 FREE/$18p (one time placement fee)
Family Activities An American Tail
part of the Jewish Family Film Festival
KidzArt – Squiggles to Grins
Kids’ Programs HI-NRG Gymnastics for Preschoolers
Your children will have fun experimenting with different media while they tune-up their fine motor coordination, make beautiful pieces of art and improve pre-school readiness. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org 3-5 yrs
This animated feature film is the story of Fievel Mousekewitz and his family as they immigrate from Russia to the United States for freedom. However, Fievel gets lost and must find a way to reunite with his family. This is a great, fun children’s film about an important chapter in American Jewish history.
Build agility, speed, coordination and confidence while learning new skills. Children will learn cartwheels, handstands, and the basics on balance beam, rings, and parallel bars! Contact: Natalie Lesko, 314-442-3104, nlesko@jccstl.org (SFC); Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org (Fox)
SFC
SFC Mon 1/7-3/11 (10wks) $100m/$150p • $110m/$165p (after 1/1) SFC Mon 4/8-5/20 (6 wks) $60m/$90p • $66m/$99p (after 3/29) Fox Fri 1/11-3/15 $100m/$150p Fox Fri 4/5-5/10 $60m/$90p
Sun
2/10
Time TBA
Jewish Rock Radio RockFest National Music Festival
Families of all ages
The inaugural Jewish rock concert featuring several national Jewish professional musicians including Shira Kline, Naomi Less, Saul Kaye, Billy Jonas, and more. Don’t miss this one of a kind gathering of national music talent who will perform both solo and joint acts. Contact: Diane Maier 314-442-3190, dmaier@jccstl.org
HI-NRG Early Explorers Gymnastics Class
3:00-3:45pm GYMNASTIX
3:00-3:45pm 1:15-2:00pm
SFC Mon $100m/$110p
This fun, safe Early Explorer program is designed to give your child a foundation for healthy movement. Your child will learn how to jump, hop, roll forwards and backwards, support their weight on their hands, move their body when hanging by their hands and more! Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
In your home FREE Open Play
Matzah Mania: Preparing for Passover
SFC Tue $100m/$150p SFC Tue $60m/$80p
Prepare for Passover in a fun and festive manner by making a seder plate, going on an Afikomen hunt and making your own authentic matzah with the Chabad Matzah Bakery. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Sun 3/10 10:00-11:30am $10m/$15p per family in advance $15m/$20p day of event 65th Birthday Party for Israel
4/9-5/14 (6 wks)
9:30-10:15am
Cooking with Kids
GYMNASTIX
3-5 yr drop off class
Have your child learn how to make delicious, nutritious dishes with their friends. Parents get copies of all of the recipes and kids have a blast cooking! Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org Families with children under 6 yrs (siblings welcome)
Bring the family to celebrate Israel’s 65th birthday with a fun party at the J! Activities include Israeli snacks and games, art projects, an interactive musical presentation and a goody bag filled with Israeli treats! Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org SFC Sun 4/21 10:00am-12:00pm $10m/$15p per family in advance $15m/$20p day of event
SFC Tue $90m/$110p
1/15-2/19
Music Together
1:30-2:30pm
0-4 yrs with 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 2/28-5/9 (no class on 3/21) 9:30 or 10:30am $180 includes 10 45-minute lessons, 1 music book, 2 CDs $140 per additional sibling Messy Mornings
18 mos-3 yrs w/ adult
Help your child unleash their inner artist and make the mess outside of your home, as they experiment with a multitude of fun mediums in a warm and stimulating environment. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox Thu $60m/$80p
3/28-5/2
10:00-11:00am
New Jewish/Interfaith parents
We want to welcome your new baby to the community with an in-home visit with lots of free gifts! Enjoy our goody bag and other helpful information about involvement in the Jewish community! Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org
18 mos-3 yr with a parent
9:30-10:15am
9:30-10:30am
Shalom Baby
1:15-2:00pm
1/15-3/5 (10 wks)
4/8-5/13
Ongoing Programs
SFC Sun 2/17 3:30-8:30pm $5/children under 13 $10/adults To purchase tickets online, visit brownpapertickets.com Families with children under 6 yrs (siblings welcome)
2- 3 1/2 yrs with an adult
By appointment
5 yrs and under with 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. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Mon & Thu FREE for members/$7p
10:30-11:30am
Infant/Toddler Discovery Open Play
2 yrs and under with 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. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox Fri FREE for members/$7p
10:30-11:30am
Tot Shabbat
5 yrs and under with adult
Join us at the J in the Family Center and welcome Shabbat… tot style! Full of Shabbat spirit and tradition, Tot Shabbat offers a variety of activities such as music, arts and crafts, cooking, stories and more. Alternates locations on the 2nd Friday of each month. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Fox FREE
Fri Fri
2/8 & 4/12 3/8 & 5/10
4:30-5:15pm
Playgroups
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 FREE/$18p (one time placement fee)
Family Activities An American Tail
part of the Jewish Family Film Festival
KidzArt – Squiggles to Grins
Kids’ Programs HI-NRG Gymnastics for Preschoolers
Your children will have fun experimenting with different media while they tune-up their fine motor coordination, make beautiful pieces of art and improve pre-school readiness. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org 3-5 yrs
This animated feature film is the story of Fievel Mousekewitz and his family as they immigrate from Russia to the United States for freedom. However, Fievel gets lost and must find a way to reunite with his family. This is a great, fun children’s film about an important chapter in American Jewish history.
Build agility, speed, coordination and confidence while learning new skills. Children will learn cartwheels, handstands, and the basics on balance beam, rings, and parallel bars! Contact: Natalie Lesko, 314-442-3104, nlesko@jccstl.org (SFC); Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org (Fox)
SFC
SFC Mon 1/7-3/11 (10wks) $100m/$150p • $110m/$165p (after 1/1) SFC Mon 4/8-5/20 (6 wks) $60m/$90p • $66m/$99p (after 3/29) Fox Fri 1/11-3/15 $100m/$150p Fox Fri 4/5-5/10 $60m/$90p
Sun
2/10
Time TBA
Jewish Rock Radio RockFest National Music Festival
Families of all ages
The inaugural Jewish rock concert featuring several national Jewish professional musicians including Shira Kline, Naomi Less, Saul Kaye, Billy Jonas, and more. Don’t miss this one of a kind gathering of national music talent who will perform both solo and joint acts. Contact: Diane Maier 314-442-3190, dmaier@jccstl.org
HI-NRG Early Explorers Gymnastics Class
3:00-3:45pm GYMNASTIX
3:00-3:45pm 1:15-2:00pm
SFC Mon $100m/$110p
This fun, safe Early Explorer program is designed to give your child a foundation for healthy movement. Your child will learn how to jump, hop, roll forwards and backwards, support their weight on their hands, move their body when hanging by their hands and more! Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
In your home FREE Open Play
Matzah Mania: Preparing for Passover
SFC Tue $100m/$150p SFC Tue $60m/$80p
Prepare for Passover in a fun and festive manner by making a seder plate, going on an Afikomen hunt and making your own authentic matzah with the Chabad Matzah Bakery. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Sun 3/10 10:00-11:30am $10m/$15p per family in advance $15m/$20p day of event 65th Birthday Party for Israel
4/9-5/14 (6 wks)
9:30-10:15am
Cooking with Kids
GYMNASTIX
3-5 yr drop off class
Have your child learn how to make delicious, nutritious dishes with their friends. Parents get copies of all of the recipes and kids have a blast cooking! Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org Families with children under 6 yrs (siblings welcome)
Bring the family to celebrate Israel’s 65th birthday with a fun party at the J! Activities include Israeli snacks and games, art projects, an interactive musical presentation and a goody bag filled with Israeli treats! Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org SFC Sun 4/21 10:00am-12:00pm $10m/$15p per family in advance $15m/$20p day of event
SFC Tue $90m/$110p
1/15-2/19
Music Together
1:30-2:30pm
0-4 yrs with 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 2/28-5/9 (no class on 3/21) 9:30 or 10:30am $180 includes 10 45-minute lessons, 1 music book, 2 CDs $140 per additional sibling Messy Mornings
18 mos-3 yrs w/ adult
Help your child unleash their inner artist and make the mess outside of your home, as they experiment with a multitude of fun mediums in a warm and stimulating environment. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox Thu $60m/$80p
3/28-5/2
10:00-11:00am
New Jewish/Interfaith parents
We want to welcome your new baby to the community with an in-home visit with lots of free gifts! Enjoy our goody bag and other helpful information about involvement in the Jewish community! Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org
18 mos-3 yr with a parent
9:30-10:15am
9:30-10:30am
Shalom Baby
1:15-2:00pm
1/15-3/5 (10 wks)
4/8-5/13
Ongoing Programs
SFC Sun 2/17 3:30-8:30pm $5/children under 13 $10/adults To purchase tickets online, visit brownpapertickets.com Families with children under 6 yrs (siblings welcome)
2- 3 1/2 yrs with an adult
By appointment
5 yrs and under with 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. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Mon & Thu FREE for members/$7p
10:30-11:30am
Infant/Toddler Discovery Open Play
2 yrs and under with 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. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Fox Fri FREE for members/$7p
10:30-11:30am
Tot Shabbat
5 yrs and under with adult
Join us at the J in the Family Center and welcome Shabbat… tot style! Full of Shabbat spirit and tradition, Tot Shabbat offers a variety of activities such as music, arts and crafts, cooking, stories and more. Alternates locations on the 2nd Friday of each month. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org SFC Fox FREE
Fri Fri
2/8 & 4/12 3/8 & 5/10
4:30-5:15pm
Playgroups
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 FREE/$18p (one time placement fee)
Family center
Parents of children 0-5
Join Jewish parents throughout the community, to hear experts talk about parenting topics with a Jewish twist. Our next speaker is a lunch and learn with Dr. Milt Rubin who will speak on “Can parents actually make their child happy, and if so, how?” Free babysitting is provided. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org Temple Israel FREE
Tue
1/22
Noon
L’Mazeltov
Expecting Jewish/Interfaith parents
Meet other expecting parents in this traditional birthing class, focusing on the Lamaze technique with a Jewish twist. Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org SFC or Fox $85m/$95p
classes formed as needed Min. 6 couples
Free to Be You and Me: A Parenting Workshop on Bullying, Building Self-Confidence & Breaking Down Stereotypes Author Lori Rotskoff shares with parents, research and lessons from her book When We Were Free to Be: Looking Back at a Children’s Classic and the Difference It Made, while school-age children participate in special activities led by coordinators from the Anti-Defamation League. Also features Alison Goldstein Lebowitz, author of Am I There Yet? Includes time together to enjoy a special performance by the J’s Youth Theatre. Contact: Marcia Levy, 314-442-3289, mlevy@jccstl.org SFC Sun 1/13 $10 individual ticket, $25 for family Free with Book Festival Series Plus ticket
2:00-4:00pm
Celebrate with us! Birthday Parties in the Family Center
0-5 yrs
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! Children who are turning three, four or five have the option of the J creating a fun theme parts and related activates. Theme options include Superhero, transportation or Princess. Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org (SFC); Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org (Fox) SFC or Fox Family Center By reservation $150m/$175p (rental only) $180m/$225p (theme party/3-5 yrs only)
2013
Stay up to date on Family Center programming! Like us on Facebook. facebook.com/ jccfamilycenter
-
Oys & Joys: The Pre-school years
Jewish Community Center 2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146
f
Parenting Programs
Winter-Spring Programs Coordinated by the Helene Mirowitz Center of Jewish Community Life jccstl.org facebook.com/jccfamilycenter