MAR
20 1 7
FREE
www.stlouisjewishparents.com
STRENGTH AND ACHIEVEMENT CHILD
DEVELOPMENT
Baby Child Tween Teen
Crib safety Exiting the car Do my homework now?
Summer choices: Internship, job, or summer academic program?
THREE-IN-ONE
/StLouisJewishParents
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Jewish Secular School/Synagogue
YOUTH GROUP
SPOTLIGHT
BBYOSt Louis
CELEBRATION OF ACHIEVEMENT Mrs. Terry Bloomberg
LOCAL
Artist SHOWCASE
Eran Raviv
Israeli artist, Eran Raviv, uses dry pastel to create bold, colorful patterns, and exuberantly painted imagery to convey a sense of joy and generosity of spirit. He uses contrasting colors to create energetic movement and depth. Each color has a certain frequency, which in combination with other colors encourages the observer to take a journey into his abstract reality perception. The main goal is to inspire creativity and develop the observer’s imagination. His artwork is one of a kind, can be interpreted in many ways and can be displayed in any desired direction.
https://raviveran.wixsite.com/myart • 314-343-6858 • Email: unlockpotential1@gmail.com
CELEBRATING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF ST LOUIS WOMEN, INCLUDING:
Shana Watkins: Certified Professional Photographer, St Louis, woman-owned business, Mom of 4 children, and several dogs- some foster. Shana captures stories and emotions with her camera. In her Maplewood studio, she photographs infants, high school seniors, families, grandparents, and everyone in between. *Secret about Shana: She helps waiting foster children by taking their beautiful photos! Cecilia Soibel: Owner of PS Rapp Sewer & Plumbing Co., a St Louis, woman-owned business. In the picture frame is Cecilia with her daughter Leah (Founder & Executive Director of Fuente Latina), and her grandson Zack! *This beautiful baby is secure in the strong, capable arms of mom and grandma.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
3
MAR 2017
WHAT’S INSIDE ARTICLES LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
SPECIAL FEATURES 6
Crib safety Exiting the car Do my homework now? Summer choices: Internship, job, or summer academic program?
Our March Cover Kid is Zoe May
12 16 22
Photo by Spoonful of Sugar Photography.
COMMUNITY
Yasher Koach! Modeling Call Welcome New Advertisers Thank You
38 39 52 53
28
DADDY & ME BOAZ ROTH 40
St. Louis Jewish Parents Magazine features St. Louis kids on our cover every issue.
18
BBYO- St Louis
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
BABY CHILD TWEEN TEEN
YOUTH GROUP SPOTLIGHT
Growin’ Up
HAPPENING IN MARCH “BABY” BUSINESSES
54
NUTRITION NUGGETS DR. KATHY MORA 32
Put Your Best Fork Forward FROM THE DOCTOR
26
Distressing News
JEWISH HOLIDAY EXPLAINED
By Dr. Kim Sirl, Ph.D. CELEBRATION OF ACHIEVEMENT
36
My Family of Strong Women By Simone Hotter
By Sam Zitin NEWS & BOOKS
30
Camp Ramah VOICE OF GENERATION J
42
Purim
Terry Bloomberg FUN-DERFUL SUMMER MOMENTS
MARCH CALENDAR 43 Jewish, Secular, & School/Synagogue Events
8
24
Courage By Jennifer Baer Lotsoff, MSW
JUST FOR FUN COOKING CORNER
39
Spaghetti Squash Italiano OOPS! TOP TEN
34
Parent Moments PLAYROOM 14 Fun Facts: Women’s Day and Month Word of the Month: Teamwork PLUS: Chess • Jokes • Matching Game
4
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
WESince BELIEVE IN PUTTING OUR CUSTOMERS FIRST! 1991, Branham Electric has built a reputation for providing honest, professional electrical contracting services, with prompt service and affordable prices.
CALL TODAY!
One call to Branham Electric solves all your electrical wiring issues. Call us today and learn how we connect your world 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call Branham today for…
Licensed Bonded & Insured Background Checked Drug Tested
Millions of people lose their identities every year – don’t be one of them. IDShield is the only identity theft protection company armed with a team of licensed private investigators on call to restore your identity.
Residential Prompt electrical & service when you needCommercial it, 24/7/365. Service Real conversations, with real people. When you call Branham you get the professional help, information and advice you need, when need it. Licensed, Bonded & you Insured
Residential & Commercial Service No job too big or too small. 636-926-2001 ALWAYS ON and Award winning service, quality www.BranhamElectric.com ALWAYS CONNECTED! workmanship and affordable prices.
For more information contact:
Nancy Cross LegalShield Independent Associate ncross341@gmail.com
www.nancycross1.com
314.384.6776
636-926-2001
www.BranhamElectric.com
2017 ART & WRITING CONTEST
The Art and Writing contest is a wonderful opportunity for middle and high school students who have visited the Holocaust Museum & Learning Center or studied the Holocaust in their classrooms to respond creatively to what they have learned. We are currently accepting submissions for the 2017 Art & Writing contest. Cash prizes will be awarded. Visit HMLC.org/Events/Student-Art-Writing-Contest to learn more and to download the 2017 Contest Entry Form. All entries must be in the office of the Holocaust Museum and Learning Center no later than 4:00 pm on Wednesday, April 7, 2017, (postmark not accepted) or delivered before that date to the Holocaust Museum & Learning Center. Mail or deliver contest entries to: St. Louis Holocaust Museum and Learning Center 12 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146
Dedicated to the memory of the 1.5 million children who perished in the Holocaust IN HONOR OF THE GRANDCHILDREN OF DR. IRA* AND JUDITH GALL *Of Blessed Memory
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
5
LETTER FROM THE
EDITOR
A Mommy’s Strength To write it or not … March is Women’s History month, and March 8th is International Women’s Day. Hence, this issue focuses on women in business, doing good things in our community, as role models, and getting things done, regardless of religion or culture. I was standing, with a rabbi who I respect tremendously, outside the vandalized cemetery. We were having a conversation when we both noticed a young, female child being carried away over a tall, man’s shoulders. She was kicking and screaming, saying that she wanted her mommy, and that she didn't want to be with him. The rabbi and I looked at each other, knowing that either this was the child’s father or NOT. Given hundreds of people at this “event”, both situations were plausible. We looked at each other, and started following the man.
STEPHANIE BERK, PH.D. Stephanie Berk, author of “How to Potty-Train Your Dragon Child”, is a mother of 4 boys. She has a degree in Human Development & Family Studies from Cornell University, a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from University of Connecticut, a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Language Acquisition from Haskins Laboratory/Yale University, and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neuroimaging from Washington University.
There were two Missouri state troopers standing there. We asked one of them for help. He refused to help us, saying, “He’s probably the girl’s father.” “But do you know for sure?” we asked. “No, but if I ask him, he will say he’s the father, so why bother?” “So, ask the child!” I said. The rabbi and I both knew what needed to be done. The tall man was farther away now. I had to run to catch up to the pair. I am less intimidating, but powerful. I started talking to the girl, asking if the man was an alien or an elephant. She responded that he was her daddy. (Phew! First issue solved.) Her father turned to me, and thanked me for checking on the situation. He said that he knew what I was doing, and was grateful that I cared enough to verify that it was just a normal, childhood meltdown. (Phew! I had not made the dad angry. What a GREAT and patient, dad!) The questions are, why didn’t the trooper who is much bigger, stronger, and theoretically more powerful than me, just double-check the situation? Why did I risk myself to go after the pair? The truth is, is that I think most mothers would have done what I did. The instinct to protect the young is strong. The instinct to act and do the right thing is strong. Recognized or not, women in our community work hard on a daily basis to further the good in our community. I invite you to look through this month’s issue and pay close attention to the women-related writers, topics, business owners, and achievements. Enjoy!
6
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Stephanie
magazine Issue #25 MAR 2017 PUBLISHER / EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Stephanie Berk, PhD. stephanie.berk@stlouisjewishparents.com ART DIRECTOR Judy Dante CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Boaz Roth Jennifer Baer Lotsoff, MSW Dr. Kathy Mora Sam Zitin
Live happy , live healthy . Enjoy a life that is full of great food, the energy of good health, and the people that you love. Visit us online for all St. Louis locations, meeting times and information www.weightwatchers.com
FEATURE CONTRIBUTORS Dr. Kim Sirl Simone Hotter
Bring this ad in to the Creve Coeur Weight Watchers location for a free gift when you enroll!
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Spoonful of Sugar Photography Shana Watkins Portrait Artist WEB MANAGEMENT Eric Rosen AD SALES adsales@stlouisjewishparents.com EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS Mr. Andrew Oberman, President Mr. Brian Goldman, Vice President PRINTED BY Universal Printing, St Louis MO
The publisher has support from a 2015 Innovation Grant from the Jewish Federation of Saint Louis.
residential, commercial, & specialty cleaning
314.332.1808 stlouiscleaningco.com ®
St. Louis Jewish Parents Magazine A Jewish Parents Media Group Publication. Published monthly. P.O. Box 31724, Saint Louis, MO 63131 Email: info@stlouisjewishparents.com Website: www.stlouisjewishparents.com
COUPON! Buy 3 cleans & the 4th is on us!
St. Louis Jewish Parents Magazine is distributed to locations throughout the St. Louis area. Distribution of this publication does not constitute endorsement of content, advertisements, products, and or services. Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement or submission not in keeping with the publication’s standards. All contents herein are protected by copyright, and may not be reproduced in any manner or form without obtaining permission in writing from the publisher. © Copyright 2014-2017 Jewish Parents Media Group. All rights reserved.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
7
Simone Hotter
7th grade Thomas Jefferson School
8
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE
My Family of Strong Women by Simone Hotter Hello. I would like for you to meet my mom. She is witty, intelligent, and a natural-born leader. Her confidence has inspired me to take on life with an iron resolve and humor. You might say that I am her mini-me. [continued pg 10]
[ Photo Credit: Spoonful of Sugar Photography ]
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
9
[Voice of Generation J, Cont. from pg 9]
Strong female character runs in my family. My grandmothers and great-grandmothers were equally strong in their endeavors. Living through discrimination in the former USSR, surviving famines, fighting for women's rights, raising families, while working long days: they gave it their best, and in turn, provided an example for future generations.
“With Women's History Month upon us, it is more important than ever to admire the women in our lives. ”
10
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
In the words of the famous bard (and the equally infamous prince of Denmark), brevity is the soul of wit. My mother's brevity is often lacking, but her wit is momentous. Whereas her lectures on many subjects may deviate into many, many, many tangents...her lesson is always subtle and valuable. As a teenager, I may not always want to hear or ruminate on the subject at hand, but at the end of the day, I know that I will always remember those lessons & use them. Almost 6 ½ years ago, my mom decided to quit the corporate world, and devote her skill-set to something that inspired her, rather than stagnate her existence. She delved into the world of photography, without reservation, and with tremendous amount of fear. It was scary & energizing. She did not have a clear
vision of what was to come. I never knew just how much she went through to bring this business off the ground, and into the state it is today. Numerous sleepless nights, worrying about the next shoot, saving for each & every piece of equipment to better her art: it all took a toll, but never triumphed over her. She never wavered in her objective, never backed down. Aside from being a strong female role model, as well as a very witty one, my mom possesses another very useful trait: to mentor on a moment's notice. Whatever questions/problems/ queries I may stumble upon, and have difficulty comprehending, she will always find a way to present it in a clearer light, with enough ease to solidify my understanding. She is my Siri, only one that comes with hugs, kisses & an unlimited amount of love. Is it easy to always follow in such a woman's footsteps? Of course not! At times it is insufferable, tedious & down-right hard. Afterall I am just a kid, who wants to have it easy, to not have responsibilities, to have little or no stress. With tremendous amount of school work, and no end in sight, the idea of having to live up to such
SCIENCE CAMP
mosciencecamp.com
MARINE BIOLOGY CAMP
573-458-2125 573-452-2125
Rolla, MO
Thank you, mom.
Request a FREE brochure!
573-458-2125
role models is not easy. People expect you to be feminine and witty, pretty and intelligent, strong and kind, happy and resilient. Pressure of being the perfect little darling feels insurmountable. Strangely enough, having such a strong role-model for a mom, I am learning the skills to be my own person, to live by my own rules, to lead at my own speed. With Women's History Month upon us, it is more important than ever to admire the women in our lives. We matter. To put it bluntly, yes, the road for women is not easy, and won't be for a long while; however, having mothers who pave the way makes our own journey a bit more bearable.
AnimalCampJamaica.com
CUB CREEK
Request a FREE brochure!
A Marine Biology and Adventure Camp for teens 14-18!
with 300 animals, a 6 element ropes course, and an unbelievable variety of activities, cub creek is a truly unique summer camp experience for boys and girls 7 to 17!
PRICE YOUR HOME RIGHT & SELL IT RIGHT NOW!
In today’s market, it is critical to price your home properly. Unless your Realtor is a State Certified and Designated appraiser, you are risking your most valuable investment. When you put the Levison/Welner Team to work for you, that’s exactly what you get, whether you are Buying or Selling your home. Sherri Welner has 30+ years of selling St. Louis and Marty Levison is the President of Levison Appraisal, one of the oldest appraisal companies in St. Louis. Let us help you price your home right and sell your home “RIGHT” now.
MARTY
314-517-8555
martylevison@gmail.com SHERRI
314-276-7437
sherriselw@gmail.com OFFICE
636-532-0200
©2016 NRT Missouri LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Gundaker fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
11
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
BABY
CRIB SAFETY Parents often hear conflicting advice from well-meaning friends and family about where a baby should sleep. Some suggest a bassinet, others a crib, and still others say only attached to the mother’s bed in a co-sleeper. The American Academy of Pediatrics states that bed-sharing in not recommended for any babies, although room sharing for the first 6- 12 months IS recommended. A crib that meets the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), along with the firm, tight-fitting mattress and fitted sheet is the choice of most pediatricians and reputable sleep experts. There should be nothing in the crib except the baby.
12
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Here are the 10 Crib safety “MustKnows”:
1.
Never put pillows or blankets, even the cute baby quilts, in a baby’s crib with the baby. These are suffocation hazards.
2. Make sure that you can NOT
put more than 1-2 fingers between the mattress’ edge and the crib rails. Babies can get stuck, and hurt if they get trapped in those gaps.
3. Make sure that the crib is put together properly. If you are not sure how each part gets installed, call the store or manufacturer for help.
4. Do not use broken cribs,
modified cribs, or those that are older than 10 years. These are often dangerous for babies.
5. Make sure that the crib is
never near a window with blinds that have cords, nor near any cords from monitors.
6. Always put the baby to sleep on his/her back. When s/ he can flip back and forth independently, the baby will choose how to sleep.
7. Make sure to check that
the baby can not fall out of the crib. As the baby gets older, remember to lower the mattress in the crib. (Most cribs have at least 3 settings.)
8. Do not put bumper padding in the crib. For young babies, the bumper pads are suffocation hazards. For older babies, they are stepped on, and then the baby can fall out.
9. Do not use crib “coverings”.
These are strangulation hazards, and largely ineffective at keeping baby in, or anything else out.
10. Drop-side cribs are no longer
due to being put together incorrectly or because of parts that aren’t strong enough for the frequent wearand-tear. Cribs, when used correctly are the safest places to put babies to sleep. However, when not used correctly, crib-related injuries account for a high source of injury for children under 2 years of age. (The same is true of bassinets and playpens.) Paying attention to crib recalls is important. However, listening to the parental instinct of “Do I think this is safe?” is often a good indicator of how best to protect a baby.
References: Yeh, E.S., Rochette, L.M., McKenzie, L.B. & Smith, G.A.. (2011). Injuries associated with cribs, playpens, and bassinets among young children in the US, 1990-2008. Pediatrics, vol 127(3), pp. 479- 486. Moon, R. Y. (2017). How to Keep Your Sleeping Baby Safe: AAP Policy Explained. American Academy of Pediatrics. You can find online at https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/ sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx Make sure to check out “crib safety” or “cribs” at the following site: https://www.cpsc.gov.
recommended, or even legal to sell, in the United States and Canada. The drop mechanism can be faulty
KERI SIMON MSW, LCSW Empowering individuals. Enhancing lives. With 15 + years experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I provide a warm, caring and compassionate partnership to address your emotional needs and barriers to happiness. I provide therapy for individual adults and adolescents, couples, families and social skills groups for young adults with disabilities. I also work with adolescents and adults with autism, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities.
KERISIMONTHERAPY.COM KERI@KERISIMONTHERAPY.COM
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
13
PLAYROOM P l ay ro o m Welcomteo
Chess!
fuN facts
2) ckmate in #10 (Che
Women’s Day and Month 2017 National Women’s History month focuses on the theme: “Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business” In 1980, the National Women’s History Project (NWHP) was founded in Santa Rosa, California by Molly Murphy MacGregor, Mary Ruthsdotter, Maria Cuevas, Paula Hammett and Bette Morgan to broadcast women’s historical achievements.
san Polgar zzle © Su Chess pu
n: op. ’s Solutio ins a bish February d white w an 6 b R 7, Rf6+, Kg
om he M t d i td the Wha say to n ? cor y corn bab one e t didy to th a h W y sa y? penner penn oth
ANSWER:
Go find Pop corn.
ANSWER:
We make perfect cents.
What did the spider do on the computer? AN He m ade a SWER: webs ite.
14
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
In 1909, International Women's Day (IWD) started being observed. This was a time of great expansion and turbulence in the industrialized world that saw booming population growth and the rise of new ideas. IWD is an official holiday in many countries including Afghanistan, America, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, China (for women only), Cuba, Georgia, Guinea-Bissau, Eritrea, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Madagascar (for women only), Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Nepal (for women only), Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam and Zambia. The majority of today’s young women do not realize that women did not have full rights in a very recent past.
of the Month :
k r o w Team
עבודת צוות צוזַאמענַארבעט Hebrew
Yiddish
Pronounced: ah-voh-DAHT TSEH-veht
Pronounced: tsuzamenarbet
What aroundruns yard w a moving ithout foot? a AN SW
ER Af enc : e.
e giv ou is y do at at on th h W em ? a l uised br SWER: AN
. Lemon-aid
MatchineggrGounda-bmreakein: g woman to the sentence th Draw a line from achievement. r he that matches y (1820 – 1906) Susan B. Anthon
55- 1905) Agnes Marshall (18 66-1953) Mary Anderson (18 (1949-1986) Judith A. Resnik 42- ) Patricia E. Bath (19 16-2013) Ruth Benerito (19
naut in ican female astro The second Amer Jewish in orbit), and first space (145 hours e. American in spac ffrage tional Woman’s Su Na e th ed ish bl ta Es e women’s early leader of th Association, and ent. suffrage movem
ing. -free cotton cloth Perfected wrinkle e. dshield wiper blad Invented the win ician to ican woman phys First African Amer for a device l-related patent, receive a medica ove cataracts. e of lasers to rem improving the us ary school, e founded a culin Queen of Ices, sh n, and wrote with liquid nitroge made ice cream s. several cookbook
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
15
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
CHILD
EXITING THE CAR
Schools across the country have safety rules for parents and caregivers who are dropping children off, or picking them up, and are using the carpool lane.
These rules are typically sent home only once per year with the “Back to School” packet, when parents are overwhelmed with information and things to do. Hence, parents and school administrators often ask for parents to take the time to read and remind themselves of safe practices for school drop-off and pick up. The devastating accidents that occur or often “just avoided”, can be lessened in number if everyone reminds themselves of the following rules:
◆ No cell phone use while anywhere in the carpool lane. ◆ The speed limit is normally 5 mph. Going faster to get to the front of the line is extremely dangerous.
◆ When the child is getting out of the car, s/he should exit the car on the side that is closest to the curb. It is safer for children to scoot over IN the car, as opposed to getting out where other cars are moving, and might accidentally hit the child or the open car door.
◆ Seatbelts should be worn until the car comes to a complete stop.
◆ Do not park in the carpool line, and bring your child to the school door (even if there is a big project that is going to school that day.) Schools often advise parents to drop the child off in the carpool line, park the car in the parking lot, and bring the project to the child in school.
16
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
◆ Always move up as far as possible, because stopping in the middle can cause a delay for other people who might go in line behind you.
◆ If your school has carpool line volunteers, allow them to help your child in/out of the car. The child needs to have his/her things ready and with him/her, i.e. not in the trunk.
◆ Do not back up, and do not pass other cars in the carpool lane. Both of these increase the odds of accidentally hitting a child or volunteer.
◆ Carpool line time is not the time to have conversations with the teachers, staff, or other parents. With safety being the top priority, and decreasing stress for parents, children, and school staff, being a close second, taking ten minutes to read and think about these (and any other specific rules your schools have) are very much appreciated. *St Louis Jewish Parents magazine would like to say a huge thank you to the school administrators for sending the information to be included in this article. We appreciate your hard work in keeping the children of our community safe!
THE PROMISE You hold them in your arms and promise to never let them go. Every night you carry their dreams. Every day you lift up their courage. As they grow your strength never wavers. But when the day comes and you can’t carry them alone, that ’s when we stand by your side with exper t pediatric care, research and education services, and treatments sized just for kids. So you can always
© St. Louis Children’s Hospital 2017
keep your promise.
™
StLouisChildrens.org/Guardians
BBYO is the leading pluralistic teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish experiences. For over 90 years, BBYO has provided exceptional identity enrichment and leadership development experiences for hundreds of thousands of Jewish teens. In 2002, under the leadership of philanthropist Lynn Schusterman, BBYO became independent from B’nai B’rith enabling it to recruit its own leadership, generate its own resources and chart its own course. Since that time, BBYO has established itself as one of the Jewish community’s premier platforms for reaching and inspiring Jewish teens. BBYO brings teens in 8th-12th grades together so they can form powerful, authentic relationships with each other and with inspiring adult role models. It does this by creating compelling Jewish environments and experiences where teens feel pride in who they are, in control of their own destiny, and a part of something greater than themselves. With over 500 teen-led chapters (AZA for boys and BBG for girls) across North America, Jewish teens in communities of all shapes and sizes engage their peers in activities focused on community service, philanthropy, and Jewish heritage amongst other topics. Teens are often drawn into the movement through social activities like dances, sports leagues, movie screenings and similar events. Teen leaders from each of BBYO’s 40+ North American regions, plan three to six weekend conventions during the school year, each bringing together hundreds of their peers to celebrate Shabbat, participate in programs and generally escape from the rigor of the school year – at least for a weekend. Over the summer, more than 2,500 teens participate in multi-week camp and leadership programs and travel experiences (Israel, Europe, South America and the US) where they sharpen their leadership skills, gain confidence and independence, and make friends. BBYO’s peer leadership model is complemented by a blend of Jewish content by internal Jewish educators, inspiring external personalities, and curriculum/speakers from partner organizations. BBYO’s leadership curriculum is based on a concept called
“What you see here is like a Woodstock of Jewish identity. You see all these people coming together and their identity as Jews is inflamed by the presence of each other.” – David Brooks, The New York Times [at BBYO’s International Convention 2016]
[continued pg 20]
YOUTH GROUP
SPOTLIGHT 18
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
BBYO
Contact
Mid-America Region St. Louis Council STL@bbyo.org P: 314-442-3425
BBYO 16801 Baxter Rd Chesterfield, MO 63005
WHERE CARE AND CONCERN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Over 14,000 procedures performed. Rabbi Mike Rovinsky RabbiMike@BrisMilah.org Phone: 800.85.MOHEL or 314.727.2748 www.brismilah.org www.facebook.com/easycircumcision
9987 Manchester Road Warson Woods, MO 63122 www.wbu.com/warsonwoods 314-821-2266 STORE HOURS MON-SAT 9:00-6:00, SUN 11:00-4:00
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS HERE Ages
Teens in 8th-12th grades
&
REACH
10,000+
READERS
IN YOUR COMMUNITY INFO@STLOUISJEWISHPARENTS.COM
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
19
[Cont. from pg 18]
“experiential democracy.” By running for peer-elected positions, organizing chapter meetings, and planning programs and retreats, teens learn important skills around setting and accomplishing goals through respect and collaboration. These lessons, inspired by the potential of Jewish peoplehood, build character, confidence, resilience, a meaningful connection to Israel and a desire to grow their understanding of what it means to be a Jew. BBYO’s St. Louis Council is comprised of two AZA (male) chapters Einstein AZA and Esperanto AZA, two BBG (female) chapters Shira BBG and Yachad BBG as well as 1 BBYO (mixed gender) chapter Yaad BBYO. Membership in St. Louis council is approximately 240 teens with hundreds more participating on an annual basis and membership rising weekly! Local programs are planned and executed by BBYO members. Adult advisors are there to guide and support the chapters, but events are teen coordinated and driven. AZA events are generally categorized by using the five folds—Community Service/Social Action, Athletics, Social, Education and Judaism and BBG events are designed around the 6 folds of BBG—Jewish Heritage, Community Service, Social Action, Recreation, Creativity and Sisterhood. There are fantastic programs taking place throughout St. Louis during the school year including: • March 4: City Museum Lock-In • March 30-April 2: Spring Regional Convention in Kansas City • April: J-Serve: Community Service projects taking place all month long • April 29: Beau/Sweetheart Dance BBYO has been on a wonderful journey over the past decade. Thanks to the vision and dedication of a handful of alumni and friends, BBYO has emerged as the Jewish community’s most capable and creative platform for reaching and inspiring Jewish teens. The results have been astounding – growth in membership, greater participation, and deeper impact – all at a time when research shows that young Jews are turning away from Jewish life after the bar and bat mitzvah experience. Give us a try! Join BBYO’s St. Louis council and you’ll have the chance to make new friends, discover new interests, realize new talents and have an amazing time throughout high school! STL@BBYO.org
YOUTH GROUP
SPOTLIGHT 20
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Chapters meet weekly throughout the school year and are open to all Jewish teens: YAAD BBYO: Monday JCC Staenberg Campus (JCC East) 6:30-7:30PM Shira, Yachad, Esperanto and Einstein: Tuesday JCC Marilyn Fox Building (JCC West) 7:00-8:00 PM
www.saintlouistaxprep.com With the evolving economy, and tax code, our firm works to identify your business and personal financial goals. We work hand-in-hand to develop long-term tax planning strategies. Contact our office today for a no-cost consultation to see how we can help you reach your financial goals.
Jeremy Klaven CPA Brad Rotermund CPA (314) 720-8686 email: jeremy@saintlouistaxprep.com
Slow Motion Video Booth Rental Slideshows/Montages Photo Booth Rental Event Concept Films
314-709-7626 sales@videocakesproductions.com www.videocakesproductions.com www.slowmotionstl.com
RHYTHM ‘N’ RUACH FAMILY YOGA & PARENT / CHILD MUSIC NOW ENROLLING E-MAIL CALL or TEXT ME
MORAH SHELLEY DEAN - 314 494 3245 keshet6@yahoo.com - Mention this ad for discount. Customized Programming available for Special Events
CLASSES FORMING NOW - PLEASE CALL FOR TIMES
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
21
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
TWEEN
Do My Homework
Now?
Scenario: Your 11 year old comes home from his after-school activity, has a snack, and goes to play. You call out, “Do you have any homework to do for tomorrow?” And you hear back a shriek and a howl as if a werewolf just changed places with your child.
22
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
One of the most difficult tasks for tweens is settling down to do more work after a full day of school and activities. Coming up with a “home plan” is one of the preferred tips of child psychologists and education specialists. Here is one commonly used way to create a Home Plan.
Step 1: Family meeting Choose a time when no homework is actually due soon, e.g. Saturday evening or Sunday morning. Calmly discuss the activities and desired way to spend time for the week and month to come. This includes school, after-school activities, snack, sports, playtime, dinner, homework, projects, and anything else that would be done before bedtime.
Step 2: Coming up with a plan
Experienced and zealous team approach to advocating for you in all family law matters: custody, support, maintenance, property, adoptions, modifications. Susan E. Block (314) 244-3640 Amy Hoch Hogenson (314) 244-3667 165 North Meramec, Suite 110 St. Louis, MO 63105 The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.
Together, write down the proposed times for each activity, building in the “down” time of play, snack, relaxing. Then discuss a reward system for accomplishing each day’s scheduled itinerary. The rewards can be more free time on weekends, or anything else that fits in with your family’s values.
Step 3: Try the plan and make modifications One of the real-life lessons from creating a Home Plan is that as a family there is flexibility needed. Often, plans do not work out as originally thought out, or designed. Learning early and with support from adults that changes are important and “okay” is a life skill that will help tweens in the future.
Step 4: Getting the homework done
Special offer: 6 weeks and a school uniform for $69.99. Please visit www.kidsata.com for information for all three schools!
If the plan (original or modified) is working correctly, homework should be completed while maintaining balance. The werewolf should not appear! If the homework is not completed, it is important for a parent or caregiver to help the tween figure out what the issue is- if it is not that time allotted is the impeding factor. Tweens are becoming more independent, but also have more demands on their time and efforts. Sometimes, this can be overwhelming, and what needs to be learned is both time management and individual learning preferences. There are tweens who can get their homework done as soon as they get home, and others who do better going to sleep a little earlier and waking up in the morning to do the homework. Having a plan is a good way to create a structure that promotes autonomy and success for the tween.
V KOSHER PRODUCT
Available for both corporate and private events. Dairy and pareve items available.
Call Ben Favier at 636-299-0869 www.facebook.com/stlouisdippindots
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
23
© Neshama Roash/Firefly Universe
NEWS & BOOKS
JENNIFER BAER LOTSOFF, MSW Jennifer Baer Lotsoff works as the PJ Library Coordinator at the Jewish Federation of St. Louis and has worked in the non-profit sector for nearly twenty years. Born in Memphis, she holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Texas in Austin and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Washington University. Jennifer works with professionals and lay leaders to build a vibrant Jewish community by encouraging collaboration through creative, fun experiences. With programs in secular and Jewish spaces, Jennifer encourages all community organizations to use the vehicle of PJ Library books to meet families wherever they are on their Jewish journey. Jennifer is a passionate connector of ideas, people, and institutions, and she credits her kids for bringing daily doses of humor to her life and endless crumbs to her car.
24
MAR 2017
Courage I've been channeling Fiddler on the Roof lately. I'm not kidding.... stop by my desk and you might hear me mumbling verses from Sunrise, Sunset. In case you haven't been scarred by hearing me sing or if you don't know the lyrics, they go something like: "Is this the little girl I carried? Is this the little boy at play? I don't remember growing older, when did they? Sunrise sunset, sunrise, sunset, swiftly fly the years. One season following another; laden with happiness and tears... What's prompting this? I think it's because my daughter is having her bat mitzvah this month. Wasn't it just a few years ago that I was having mine? More like a few decades ago, but who's counting.... Just imagine getting up in front of almost everyone you know: your schoolmates, teachers, friends, family— from your cousin to whom you can't believe you are truly related, to your little brother (who you also sometimes can't believe you are related to), the aunt whose name you never can remember to the kid you have a crush on whose name you are sure you'll never forget. Not only will you be delivering a speech, but also leading all these people in prayer, often in a language that is not your native tongue. I wonder why it's this tender age of changing voices, raging hormones, acne, and, at least from my own experience, bad haircuts, that is the time when Jewish tradition recognizes that kids can differentiate between what's right and what's wrong and should be accountable for their actions. It takes courage to become a bar or bat mitzvah, and watching my daughter prepare for this experience has been both exhilarating and exhausting. I am in awe of her and seem to keep surrendering to the nostalgia of the little girl with ringlets that she used to be. Now, as she prepares for this tremendous task before her, I realize she has grown so much, catching up or surpassing me in more ways than height (I still have an inch or so on her as of this article). She is reading Megillat Esther, which tells the story of Purim and Queen
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Esther, a woman of courage who stood up for what is right. In addition to Purim falling this month, March also contains International Women's Day, when women from all over the world are encouraged to #BeBoldForChange. These are messages that transcend their annual occurrence and are hopefully being taught to our daughters- and sons- throughout the year. I just read an article about a group of girls who performed their dance recital to Sara Bareilles' song Brave. Along with the mother who wrote the article (Stephanie Sprenger), I also want my kids to believe in themselves and be strong and courageous, knowing that they can be kind and empathetic while also being brave. Maybe I'll expand a bit and add Bareilles' Brave to my singing repertoire. Stay tuned. Here are some PJ Library books that show courage, at Purim and beyond:
Brave Girl Written by Michelle Market Illustrated by Melissa Sweet
Ages: 7 to 8 Years
Goldie's Purim Written by Jane Breskin Zalben Illustrated by Jane Breskin Zalben
Ages: 5 to 6 Years
All Kinds of Strong Written by Sharon Baker Illustrated by Kris Wiltse
Ages: 6 to 7 Years
Queen Esther Saves Her People Written by Rita Golden Gelman Illustrated by Frane Lessac
Ages: 8+ Years
Introducing
Middle and High School
Craft Central is a family owned and operated Fiber Art Studio!
Experiences
Craft Central We bring the community together in a warm low-key environment to share our knowledge of the crafting world.
Summer
Continue on your path of academic success!
Along with Open Studio time, we offer individual and/or group classes including: Ceramics • Sewing • Weaving • Spinning • Stained Glass Knitting/Crocheting • Needle Felting • Copper Chasing
summerexperiences.wustl.edu
Visit us at 8500 Delmar 63124 Call us at 314-736-4803
Let your child come and experience Little Medical School®, where we are inspiring tomorrow’s healthcare professionals today.
Where Birthdays Come to Life!
Little Medical School® brings medicine, science and the importance of health to children in an entertaining, exciting and fun way.
Where Birthdays Come to Life!
Our educational enrichment programs provide a fun, innovative, and engaging curriculum. We create an opportunity to experience role playing using tools that real doctors use. We offer after school programming, birthday parties, and special events that we can customize to fit your needs. All of our curriculum is aligned with STEM objectives. Please check us out at www.littlemedicalschool.com
Call us (877) (314) 389-2439 279-1948
®
• • • • • •
Private Bounce Stadiums Private Party Rooms Giant Indoor Inflatables Easy to do! Dedicated Party Pros We Clean Up! BounceU of Chesterfield
17365 Edison Avenue Chesterfield, MO (636) 532-5867 BounceU.com/chesterfield-mo
Mention St Louis Jewish Parents Magazine to get
10% OFF a Birthday Party
Coupon cannot be combined with other discounts.
BounceU of St. Louis
4403 Meramec Bottom Road, Suite C St. Louis, MO (314) 845-7529 BounceU.com/st-louis-mo
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
25
FROM THE
DOCTOR
Distressing News
BY DR. KIM SIRL Kim Sirl, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist with the Department of Psychology at St. Louis Children’s Hospital who specializes in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of children ages 4-12 years. She works closely with many community pediatricians and the Movement Disorders Clinic at Washington University School of Medicine. Outside of work, Dr. Sirl and her husband are parents of a young daughter who joined their family through adoption.
Call 314.454.KIDS (5437) for more information or to make an appointment.
Upsetting stories like the vandalism at Chesed Shel Emeth Society Jewish cemetery and potential threats against community centers across the nation are likely to dominate the news and public conversations for many days to come.
26
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
E
ven children who were not directly impacted by the events may be unable to avoid exposure as the nation attempts to make sense of the issue. Parents are left with many questions about what and how much to tell children, and how to help them cope with the stress such news can cause.
● Do not assume that the child’s worries and questions are the same as your own. Each child will understand and react differently. This will vary to some extent with age or developmental level, personality and pre-existing anxiety, and the manner in which the information is presented.
When talking to children about a tragedy, it is important to keep the following guidelines in mind:
● Use open-ended statements and questions such as, “Tell me what you know,” and, “What questions do you have?” rather than “Do you understand what happened?” and “Do you have any questions?” This will help you get a better sense of the child’s understanding, worries and desire for more information.
● Try to be in charge of what and how your child learns about the event. In general, it is a good idea to limit children’s exposure to traumatic news stories and images. While adults may desire to stay informed, it is best to turn off the television when children are present. Inquire about how teachers are handling the news with students so you can monitor their exposure at school. ● When exposure is unavoidable, provide basic information about what happened at an age appropriate level. Brief, basic facts are typically appropriate for younger children, while older children and teens may have more questions. Don’t overwhelm young children with too much information, but be sure to address questions as they arise.
● Acknowledge the events in a calm way and provide reassurance about the child’s own safety and security. Be honest – don’t tell children something “could never happen” to them – but minimize anxiety by talking about the relative likelihood and the isolated nature of this particular event. Focus on their parents’ and caregivers’ ability and efforts to keep them safe from harm.
● Keep your own emotions in check. Exposure to devastating news is upsetting and overwhelming for most adults. It is natural to be emotional at times. However, children look to their parents and other significant adults for a sense of whether or not things are “okay.” Parents often serve as a child’s barometer regarding their own safety and security. It is important for parents to manage their own stress level and to have other adults to talk to about the news. Remember that many children have a difficult time talking directly about their concerns. Be sure to look for behavioral signs that your child may be distressed. These can include increased difficulty separating from parents, sleep or appetite disturbance, toileting accidents, and withdrawal or “shutting down.” Provide the opportunity to talk about worries, without forcing the child to talk. If concerns develop, it may be appropriate to seek professional help.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
27
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
TEEN
SUMMER CHOICES: INTERNSHIP, JOB, OR SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAM? Teens have a vast number of “Opportunities” for how to spend their summer time. Three of the options that many teens consider are: 1) An internship with a company or business in a field that is potentially of future interest. 2) A job, at a variety of places ranging from at a local shop to becoming a camp counselor. 3) Attending a university summer program designed for teens. Parents often wonder which of these three is best, especially in so far as how they each “rate” in the eyes of the college/university admissions counselors’ eyes. We asked several admission counselors and university representatives: Which of the three summer options is best for a teen, both personally AND for getting into his/her desired college/university? The answer was almost unanimous from all five people from major universities. ALL three are best for different reasons! Admissions
28
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
counselors are looking for several specific traits including a) Lazy versus hard-working, Does the student challenge him/herself with the resources that are available? b) Selfaware and capable of independent thought, Does the student have a self-motivated reason for the specific choice? c) Persistence, Is there a real connection between the summer jobs/activities across the years, and if not, is there an explainable reason for why not? With getting an internship, paid or
not, a teen can “test out” a potential career path. Even if a parent helps the teen get the internship, if the teen can use the opportunity for growth and learning, everyone wins! The teen is one step closer to knowing what s/he wants (or doesn’t want) to do when s/he is an adult, has had real-life experience, and potentially has something to write about in an application’s essay. The summer job, or working more hours at the year-round job, is also highly-considered. Admissions
counselors report that the universities are aware that many teens use the job opportunity to make money to relieve their families of as much financial stress as they can. Dedication to helping the family has become a highly respected character summary over the past 5 years. The academic summer programs are a little trickier. Admissions counselors warn parents and teens to be careful. The underlying motivation for attending the summer programs is extremely well-valued. What the teen can demonstrate from successfully completing these programs is highlyconsidered. HOWEVER, it is very important to understand that not all of the summer academic programs are equal. Creating expensive summer “academic” programs has become a big-money business. Parents pay, teens go, and the quality of the program is often suspect. Summer experience programs at well-known universities that are RUN by the university and have university professors from that institution teaching, are typically the programs that the teen should attend. Going to summer academic programs at schools that the teen thinks s/he would be interested in applying to, is a great way to see first-hand the educational methods and campus life at that institution. Getting good grades in the classes, and possibly a letter of reference demonstrates to the college admissions counselors that the teen is likely to succeed there.
13302 MANCHESTER RD. DES PERES,MO 63131
(314) 984-9900
• St. Louis’ first independent woman Orthodontist. • Dr. Fink’s state of the art clinic care and research is nationally recognized. • In many cases we will reduce treatment time significantly without extractions. • Dr. Fink has been voted one of St. Louis’ Top Dentists for the past 4 years in a row. • Schedule a no cost initial exam which includes exam, photos, and a panoramic x-ray. • Ask about our special program discounts.
www.stlouisbraces.com
The admissions counselors were very clear in explaining that there are many equally valuable experiences for summertime in the eyes of “getting into college”, and therefore it is not so much the WHAT you do over the summer, but the WHY and HOW you do it. The best advice they said they can give is “Be true to you, and able to speak clearly about it!”
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
29
F
L
DERF U NU
summer moments
NOTE FROM EDITOR: We are fortunate to have several amazing sleepaway camps that St Louis children go to each summer. This month’s highlight is Abby Maeir and Ramah Wisconsin
Everyone Has a Name Abby Maeir returned to Ramah Wisconsin in 2016 for her third summer as an Artist -in-Residence with big plans for the campers. In 2014, she taught campers the art of fused glass and they created one-ofa-kind mezzuzot. In 2015, she introduced them to hand-stamped metalwork, and personalized bracelets, necklaces and keychains were spotted all across camp. In 2016, in addition to helping campers create glass and metal projects to take home, Abby wanted to elevate her workshops to an experiential level. So she combined the art of mixed media (glass & metal) with a meaningful learning component in order to spark lively conversation and self-reflection. Inspired by the poem, “Everyone Has a Name” by Israeli poet, Zelda Mishkovsky, Abby and her campers discussed the meaning & significance of the poem. After careful thought and discussion, campers chose words they want associated with their names, hand-stamped those words into metal and then created colorful fused glass pieces. This powerful combination has now been transformed into a thoughtprovoking piece of art that asks each person who sees it, “What words do you want associated with your name?” It will be displayed at camp with the intent of sparking many meaningful conversations for years to come. We are looking forward to Abby returning again this summer and to see even more thoughtful and creative art projects from our campers!
30
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Temperature is only part of your homes comfort.
Protect your family. Protect your home. Breathe easy with Air Scrubber Plus! Removes airborne and surface contaminants Alleviates allergies and asthma Reduces odors Call for a free estimate
314-819-0032
www.AirComfortService.com Residential & Commercial Heating & Cooling Specialists Since 1969
SUNBLOCK SUNBLOCK SUNBLOCK
YOUR CAR YOUR YOUR CAR CAR
PROTECT PROTECT PROTECT YOUR KIDS YOUR YOUR KIDS KIDS
magazine
is proud and honored to be
Benefits Ceramic Window Film: Benefits Benefits ofof Ceramic of Ceramic Window Window Film: Film:
100% SUPPORTED
%% %Reduces Blocks 99.9 Reduces SUN Blocks Blocks 99.9 99.9 Reduces SUN SUN UVA/UBV GLARE UVA/UBV UVA/UBVGLARE GLARE harmful rays up to 80% harmful harmful rays rays up to up 80% to 80%
Know someone who would benefit from being seen in our magazine?
Prevents FLYING Slows DOWN Prevents Prevents FLYING FLYINGSlows Slows DOWN DOWN glass shards how fast glass glass shards shardshow how fast fast
by Community advertising.
accident inside temps in in anan inaccident an accident inside inside temps temps riseriserise
Have ideas for where you would like to see coupons from? Suggestions for locations to pick up copies of Saint Louis Jewish Parents?
EMAIL US INFO@STLOUISJEWISHPARENTS.COM
www.premierwindowtintingstl.com www.premierwindowtintingstl.com www.premierwindowtintingstl.com
(314) 489-7190 (314) (314) 489-7190 489-7190 St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
31
Proudly a lifelong Louis Family-owned Business Proudly Proudly a lifelong a lifelong St. St. Louis St.Family-owned Louis Family-owned Business Business
NUTRITION NUGGETS
KATHY MORA, PhD
Doctorate in nutritional science and epidemiology from the University of Arizona, and masters degree in nutrition and fitness from Florida State University. Clinical background in diabetes, part of clinical team as pediatric diabetes educator. Former nutrition and exercise physiology instructor at St. Louis University, Pima Community College, and Florida State University. Recent project officer on public health research evaluation projects around childhood obesity prevention. Experience as media and nutrition consultant promoting and providing healthy recipes on TV. Dedicated long distance runner, passionate proponent for physical education in children, and mom of two children who happily eat vegetables!
Put Your Best Fork Forward March is National Nutrition Month®…let’s Celebrate with an Internationally-inspired Menu! Spring is the perfect time to be inspired to eat healthy. You can take your family on a food adventure one forkful at a time, discovering new flavors, herbs, and spices from around the world. Food fusion is a popular way to create recipes that “fuse” or combine flavors from different cuisines, and is a great way to cook with less salt. The 10 most common spices used in homes during the 1950’s have given way to 40+ spices and seasonings often used in contemporary cooking. We owe our culinary spice upgrades to the rich cooking traditions and flavors that immigrant populations have fused into our traditional American cuisine. Exotic cuisines seem less exotic now that we find taste sensations popping up all around our own neighborhoods, grocery stores, and school lunches! Do you think anyone in the 50’s was eating wasabi almonds? Introducing children to the flavors from global cuisines is a fun way to “travel” to new destinations while enjoying authentic food. Savoring the flavor of spices or recipes from around the world can be a fun way to teach children
32
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
about healthy foods. When my daughter was 10 she wanted to celebrate her birthday in Paris…….so we turned our kitchen and dining room into a French restaurant and art studio. My daughter’s friends enjoyed making crepes, wearing berets and creating their own Mona Lisa masterpieces; then they each made a loaf of French bread to carry home in their bag. Oooh la la, it was tres fantastique! Try turning a simple weekday meal into a food traveling adventure. You can practice saying words in Spanish when your family enjoys Taco Tuesdays at home. And if you like it hot, are into food trends, and food fusion, then your Tuesday taco will love the ever-popular (Thai) sriracha sauce. I know, (Korean) kimchee fans will throw that on their taco too, and now you’ve fused so many food cultures into one little tasty taco that your mouth will zing and sing for more! For young children who may not enjoy bitter, sour, or hot spicy flavors, try a peanut sauce with pasta and vegetables instead of the usual spaghetti sauce (obviously not for those with peanut allergies!). How about
another great twist on the usual spaghetti - try spaghetti squash Italiano!
plantains accompanying a dish of Cuban black beans and rice for an excellent vegetarian meal.
Looking for a more tropical exotic destination- the traditional fish dish cooked with lime juice and coconut milk is a popular dish in Bora Bora and Tahiti, while the sweetness of papayas, guavas, and mangoes are always crowd pleasers in any country. Adding chopped, dried papaya, toasted pine nuts, and/or toasted coconut to wild or brown rice is a nice compliment of flavors and a simple way to infuse color and boost nutrition in an easy weekday recipe. If you’re feeling a little more inclined for Caribbean fare, try baked or sautéed plantains instead of potatoes. Similar to potatoes, plantains are good sources of potassium and vitamin C. Plantains, are part of the banana family, native to India, and well known in Caribbean cuisine because they grow easily in tropical climates. You can’t beat the sweetness of sautéed
To celebrate National Nutrition Month®, try putting your best fork forward by making little changes that introduce your family to a wonderful month-long food adventure. March is a great time to make small food changes that can have a big impact: add a dash or sprinkle of new spice here, throw in an exotic fruit there, substitute one new food in place of your usual, try a new recipe, plan and cook a festive international meal with your children (invite friends to join in), go to a global food market to find new cultural cuisines, and most of all have fun enjoying healthy food! Additional fun facts:
1.
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (May, 2010) reported that adding a mixture of ground cloves,
cinnamon, oregano, ginger, rosemary, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to burgers reduced the formation of carcinogenic and atherogenic compounds by 70%.
2. Mangoes, papayas, and
guava are great sources of potassium, vitamin C, betacarotene, and fiber.
References 1. www.eatright.org: the website for the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, always an excellent resource. 2.http://www.eatrightpro.org/resource/media/press-releases/ national-nutrition-month/experiment-with-herbs-and-spices-tosavor-the-flavor-of-eating-right (New and exciting tastes: for national nutrition month, experiment with herbs and spices to savor the flavor of eating right. Academy spokesperson, Libby Mills, RDN). 3. Reinagel M. Today’s contemporary spice cabinet. Food & Nutrition Magazine. Winter 2012. 4. http://www.borabora.com/tourism_information/food-frenchpolynesia
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
33
TOP 10 ! ops
O
“BAD PARENT” MOMENTS Humorous, but true. No names.
DID YOU EVER OOPS? Share your parent or child’s “Oops” moment with us... Submissions will be kept anonymous :)
VISIT US AT:
WWW.STLOUISJEWISHPARENTS.COM
34
MAR 2017
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Hah, I thought I did something brilliant yesterday! My kids asked me for french toast. I toasted a few pieces of bread, cut them into smaller pieces, and covered them in powdered sugar and syrup. Today, they just asked me for more “sweet bread”! Oops, perhaps I should not have told my twin 6 year olds that the shampoo bottles that they kept purposely knocking into the sink and spilling, were full of poison. Although they stopped touching the bottles, it was really hard to wash their hair at the next bath time. Oops, perhaps I should not have listened to the “Mom advice” of putting breast milk in my 10 month old’s eye to try to cure a blocked tear duct. It just caused more irritation! Oops, perhaps I should not have told my wife’s swim instructor that there was an emergency at our son’s school, and she needed to go right away. He just wasn’t feeling well and had a temperature of 99.3. Oops, I can not believe I put my first and second graders in front of 1500 people at the talent show. I didn’t realize a child’s talent show could be such a huge production! Oops, perhaps the Simpson’s parody of Mary Poppins is NOT appropriate for a 6 year old! #LanguageLearned. Oops, it is always a better idea to double check to make sure you have both children before you leave the store, and not when you get to the bus stop! Oops, perhaps my husband and I probably should not have discussed our friend’s business issues in front of our curious and precocious 7 year old! Oops, I can’t believe that I thought I packed my daughter’s sandwich correctly, but when she got home, she said, “Mom, you must be stressed...you forgot the cheese, and only gave me bread!!” Oops, I thought his game was in Chesterfield, but it was really in Webster Groves. My son said, “It was an honest mistake Mom. I am just glad we are on our way to the right place. Now STEP ON IT!!!”
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Daddy &
rs of ama zing Me article s!
ULATIONS A HUGE CONGeRdATwith the clean
lp to all who he , ish cemetery w e J e th f o p u ing, ysically help either via ph r o ntributing, financially co ether, porting. Tog verbally sup nd ity, peace, a al we show un e p ss of rson le rd a g re t c e resp differences!
ST LOUIS WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT 2017 WINNERS
TO EPSTEIN H KADIMAH HIG EBREW ACADEMY, ALTMAN WITHH SCHOOL, AND ANNA WARRIOR!! TRAIN YOUR INNER
They will get the stu dents and moving th staff eir bodies a nd workin brains on g their a regular basis to c healthier reate a lifestyle fo r all (Special th ank you to who participate! Chesterfie Fitness C enter at th ld e Doubletr their dona ee, for tions of eq uipment.) Sunday, March 19th, JSU Gala! Contact Rabbi Mike Rovinsky, Director of JSU of St. Louis, gala@jsustl.org.
Claire Applewhite, educational enrichment Christine Buck, youth dedication Adrienne D. Davis, art advocacy Marlene Hammerman, social justice Rosemary Hanley, youth services Margaret Hopkins, community betterment Kathy Lambert, social enterprise Elizabeth Mannen, volunteer leadership Colleen Kelly Starkloff, human welfare Asha Zimmerman, caring and compassion.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
35
COMMUNITY
TO JESSE KAV ADLO for 2 yea
YASHER KOACH!!!
N OF O I T A R B CELE EVEMENT ACHI
In honor of National Women’s Month, and International Women’s Day on March 8th, we introduce our Featured Spectacular Woman
TERRY BLOOMBERG
36
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Background and Achie vements: * 1983, Terry started
the Developmental Ch ild Care Center with the in mind, “Would I put my question always grandchildren here?” * Terry had 4 young adult daughters at the time who wanted both * With Terry’s backg career and family. round in Child Develop me nt and Education, she wa person to start this sch s the perfect ool. Teaching experience inc ludes:
* 1st grade teacher in Elmhurst, IL, and the n later in the Ladue Sch * Teacher of 4 yr old ools.
s at Lucky Lane Nursery School, and then at the in the Clayton School dis Family Center trict. Terry’s Educational backg round: * B.S. in Education from Northwestern Un iversity. * M.A.T. in Commun ication Arts from Webst er University * A.G.C in Early Childh ood from Webster Unive rsity. Terry’s Professional Servic e background: * Past President of the Association for the Education of Young Ch * Past President of ildren in St Louis the Association for the Ed ucation of Young Childr of Missouri. en for the state * Consultant for Pro ject Construct * Past St Louis repres entative for Action for Ch ildren’s Television * Long-time member of the ACLU, and has ser ved on the boards of its Mis affiliate from 1996- 2012. souri Terry’s Service in the Jew ish Community: * Volunteer for the Jewish Federation of St. Louis. * Past President of the American Jewish Co mm ittee * Past President of the Jewish Light newspa pe r. * Past President of the Jewish Community Relations Council. * Past President of the Cultural Leadership program. * Volunteer for Nishm ah. Terry’s awards include: * Brotherhood/Siste rhood Equity in Educatio n Award of the NCCJ. * Outstanding Alumn a Award from the Schoo l of Education at Webst * 2001 Women of Ac er University. hievement for Commun ity Betterment, Distinguish Award from the Missou ed Service ri Department of Eleme ntary and Secondary Ed ucation.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
[continued pg 38]
MAR 2017
37
OF RATIONNT CELEBE E M ACHI VE
[Cont. from pg 37]
Interview In Terry’s thirty-three years of operating Developmental Center, she has learned much more than what books and classes can teach. We asked her 4 important questions based on her expertise and experience.
1)What is your goal for children? Autonomy is the goal toward which we strive. We want children to be able to know what is right or wrong, and true or false, by interacting with the people and things in their environment to make appropriate choices. This can only be accomplished within the context of play. When children’s curiosity drives their play, they learn.
2) What should parents look for in a preschool? Quality, affordability and accessibility are the three legs of a stool supporting an appropriate choice of a school for a family. Visit to see if children are happily engaged in meaningful play. A parent should be able to trust his or her feelings about the visit.
38
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
3) What is the most important thing that parents need to focus on with their children? Concentrate on the relationships. Are adults speaking with children or at them? Are the children playing together? We want children to make connections both with people and with meaning to understand their world and become competent.
4) Moving forward, Terry, what do you see in your near future? It is getting to be time to pass the torch. I love what I have been able to build here at Developmental Child Care. When I find a person who shares the mission of providing a community of mutual respect, where children can flourish to become caring and responsible adults, I need to step aside.
COOKING CORNER
Spaghetti Squash Italiano
Main Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 37 minutes
This is a very versatile recipe; you can mix and match and add or subtract variety of other vegetables and spices or seasonings. Try adding feta cheese and olives instead of Parmesan for a Mediterranean taste. 1 (4- pound) spaghetti squash 1/3 C water
Pierce spaghetti squash several times with fork; place in 13X9 inch baking dish. Microwave, uncovered, at high temp for 10 minutes
1 small onion, chopped
BE CAREFUL REMOVING AND CUTTING. Cut in half lengthwise, discard seeds
1 Tbsp Olive Oil
Place spaghetti squash, cut side down, in baking dish, add water
2 gloves garlic, minced
2 large yellow squash (and/or zucchini), halved length-wise and sliced ½ C yellow (or orange or red) pepper, seeded and chopped
Cover tightly with heavy duty plastic wrap, turn back one corner to allow steam to escape
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
Microwave on high temp for 12-14 minutes or until tender. Turn squash every 5 minutes. LET STAND 5 minutes, drain and cool. BE CAREFUL – squash will be hot.
1 (7 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained, cut into strips
Using fork, remove spaghetti-like strands, should yield ~4 cups, place in bowl and set aside. Save shells, should be ~1/4 inch thick.
1 Tbsp fresh basil (minced) or 1 tsp dried basil 1 Tbsp fresh parsley (minced) or 1 tsp dried parsley 2 tsp fresh oregano (minced) or ½ tsp dried oregano ½ tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper ¼ C grated Parmesan cheese, divided (Garnish- fresh basil sprigs)
Sauté garlic and onion in hot oil in large skillet 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add yellow squash (and/or zucchini) and yellow (or other colored pepper), cook 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Don’t overcook. Add sautéed mixture to spaghetti squash strands. Stir in tomato and next 6 ingredients (sun dried tomatoes through seasoning pepper) Add 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese, toss gently Spoon squash mixture into reserved shells. Place stuffed shells in baking dish and microwave, uncovered on high temp 5-6 minutes or until thoroughly heated. OR bake in 400 degree oven for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese. Optional: garnish with fresh basil sprigs. Scoop out to serve. Yield: ~6 servings.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
39
& ME DADDY
BOAZ ROTH A teacher at Thomas Jefferson school for the past 23 years and counting, Boaz Roth enjoys challenging bright students and working with colleagues. He coaches the basketball team and has various other interests. Boaz and his wife have 3 daughters, ranging from age 17 to age 6 years.
40
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Growin’ Up The following conversation took place last month between my six-year-old daughter and me: “Hey, baby: stop stretching your shirt—you’ll rip it.” “It’s not a shirt, Daddy, it’s a dress.” Usually I have several responses auto-programmed for this situation. They range from “sweetie, please stop doing that” to “try me one more time, kid, and I’m shipping you off to Guantanamo Bay.” This time, however, I paused. As she skipped away, I stood in place and wondered, what on earth is she thinking? An answer came to me pretty quickly: I fixated on the stretching, but she zoned in on the clothing. The adult saw the action, but the child latched on to the object. Excited that I understood my kid (actually, any kid), I gave this observation more thought. Why is she preoccupied with the clothing and not its destruction? That question led to a notion that recurs almost daily for me and—I suspect—for every parent in human history: why can’t our children see the world through our eyes? Of course we all know the answer to that one: just give it time. The dollhouse will give way to a mortgage, the Frozen costume will become a pants suit, and eventually our children will turn into versions of us. They will grow up. And if there is divine justice, they will have their own children to bedevil them. That afternoon, however, I was dissatisfied with the conventional response, so I took the telescope and turned it on me. I asked myself this question: why am I so fixated on the destruction of the shirt—I mean the
dress—and not attentive to the garment itself? Why do I resist seeing the world through my child’s eyes? To that, I didn’t have an easy answer. I still don’t. Perhaps I’ve spent so much energy worrying about my mortgage, I’ve looked past her dollhouse. And while the adult view is the responsible—and inevitable—one, the world our children know best is the one they’re making for themselves. That world is filled with objects, usually ones they’ve destroyed: one-legged Barbies, Monopoly sets missing the $500 bills, impossibly mixed-up Legos, and—in our house—dresses with stretched necks. All these imperfections drive me bananas, but for her they are just life. So while our task is to help our children grow up, there’s no danger in our shrinking down at the same time. After all, what’s the point in paying a mortgage but not playing with the dollhouse and its mangled Barbies? And while our kids may not grasp our concerns yet, they will eventually, and when that happens, maybe we’ll find more of our lives mirroring theirs. In fact, as I look at my own clothing—stretched out because of a slowing, middle-aged metabolism—I discover I have more in common with my kid than I’d care to admit.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
41
JEWISH
HOLIDAY EXPLAINED
PURIM: WHAT’S WITH THE DRESS UPS ANYWAY? BY SAM ZITIN Associate Director JSU St. Louis
"Hey, isn't Purim the Jewish Halloween? You guys dress up right?" Purim is about so much more than dressing up, and it's about more than drinking, but have you ever asked why we actually dress up on Purim? Purim is known as the "Holiday of the hidden miracle" because the Purim story as told through Megillat Esther is the only book in the entire Torah in which G-d's name is not mentioned even once. However, we do not learn that G-d wasn't involved in the events of the holiday! Quite the contrary, we actually believe that every time the Megillah uses the word "HaMelech" (The King) it isn't only referring to the king of the story, Achashverosh, but also THE King, Hashem, G-d. So if you look carefully while you are reading or listening to the Megillah, you can see all SORTS of places where G-d is working behind the scenes to help the Jews out.
42
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
However, this is the reason that we refer to Purim as "Neis Nistar" or of the hidden miracle. The miracles that happened during the story aren't open for everyone to see obviously, they are closed, and behind the scenes. We dress up on Purim, and "hide" our natures behind masks to emphasize this hidden nature of the miracles of Purim. How many times per day do miracles happen all around and we don't stop to pay attention? A "lucky" near miss accident on the road, a grandchild being born, an unexpected bonus. It's easy to see these as "luck". The message of Purim is that we should all look a little deeper. The entire world is "dressed up" all the time, we need to look beneath the mask.
MAR
1 2 3 Friday
Baby N Me
Pipsqueak Class
Baby N Me
3/1 9:15am-10:45am
3/2 9:15am-10:30am
3/3 10am-11:30am
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. As always, you are welcome to stay for Shabbat.
Bring your stroller, make some friends and have some fun. Hamorah Cheri (Parent Educator Specialist) is the facilitator. Go for a walk, have a light snack and let your little ones visit.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. You are welcome to stay for Shabbat. SHIRLEE GREEN
Baby & Me 3/1 9:30am-11am Geared toward parents/caregivers with infants and children who aren’t yet walking, classes are taught by Lisa Cohen. Each class is free and open to all families in the STL Jewish community. You are welcome to attend any or all class meetings. Special guest speakers and discussions too. CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DR. FREE
anita@bnaiamoona.com
Open Play at the J 3/2 10:30am-11:30am FREE indoor playtime for kids 5 and younger with an adult. Snack included. Families are welcome to stay for the Early Childhood Tot Shabbat each week at 11:30am. Open to members and nonmembers. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
314-569-0048
First Fridays 3/3 6pm Join us for a full Friday evening Shabbat service for all generations. Those celebrating a birthday this month are invited on the bema for a special birthday blessing and treat! Following the blessing, children ages 7 and under and an accompanying adult leave the Sanctuary for a special program in the preschool. CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD Contact Debbie Bram at
314.692.5308 or dbram@sestl.org.
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
First Friday Shabbat Dinner
Stroller Tour and Morning Play Date
Missouri Botanical Gardens
3/1 9am-11am
3/2 9am-4pm
Shabbat services and a yummy, fullcourse kosher Shabbat dinner.
Designed for art lovers and their young ones, recommended for ages 0 to 2. Featuring artist-led activities and performances, recommended for ages 2 to 5. Something new happens every month!
Founded in 1859, the 79-acre Missouri Botanical Garden is the nation's oldest botanical garden in continuous operation and an oasis in the city of St. Louis.
CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM, 3750 WASHINGTON BLVD, 63108 $5 PER CHILD FOR BOTH PROGRAMS; CHILDREN 2 AND UNDER ARE FREE. FREE FOR FAMILY-LEVEL MEMBERS AND ABOVE.
Morpho Mardi Gras 3/1 10am-4pm Join the party at out Bug Parade, make a masquerade mask, and immerse yourself in a sea of blue as the Butterfly House floods the tropical conservatory with thousands of Blue Morpho Butterflies. FAUST PARK, 15193 OLIVE BLVD, 63017 MEMBERS FREE, $5 CHILDREN AGES 3-12.
4344 SHAW BLVD, 63110 FREE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12. $8 FOR ADULTS.
Healthworks! Kids Museum 3/2 9:30am-4:30pm Here at HealthWorks!, we believe in giving children and caregivers the tools and knowledge to shoot for the stars, and be better tomorrow than they were today! HEALTHWORKS KIDS' MUSEUM ST LOUIS, 1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 VARIES
Ladies' Knight 3/2 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
Secular
314-569-0048
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE
PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
3/3 5:30pm-8:30pm TRADITIONAL CONGREGATION, 12437 LADUE RD 63141 $15/PERSON (BUT NO CHARGE FOR FIRST-TIME GUESTS OR KIDS UNDER 6) RSVP to
314-576-5230 or tradcong@sbcglobal. net
Open Swim With Waves 3/3 4pm-8pm At the Indoor Aquatic Center at The Lodge, you can simmer in the warmth of the 104-degree whirlpool spa or drift along the gentle surf of the 84-degree wave pool, which doubles as a six-lane, 25-yard lap pool. 1050 DES PERES RD,
63131 VARIES $1- $10
Jewish
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
Schools & Synagogues
Thursday
KICK UP THEIR HEELS AT THE MAGIC HOUSE 3/3 4pm-7pm Dance your way to a healthier lifestyle with Irish dancers from The Clark Academy of Irish Dance at the Museum's Fit Kid: Free Kid night, sponsored by St. Louis Children's Hospital. Enjoy a lively performance of Irish dancing.
THE MAGIC HOUSE, 516 S. KIRKWOOD RD TO RECEIVE FREE ADMISSION FOR CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER, FAMILIES MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE. RESERVATIONS CAN BE MADE ONLINE AT WWW.MAGICHOUSE.ORG.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
43
CALENDAR
Wednesday
MAR
4 5 6 Saturday
Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School
Open Play at the J
3/4 6pm-10pm
3/5 10am-12pm
Teen CEO of The Validation Project
At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm.
FREE indoor playtime for kids 5 and younger with an adult. Snack included. Families are welcome to stay for the Early Childhood Tot Shabbat each week at 11:30am. Open to members and nonmembers.
Historic Soulard Market
Secular
3/4 7am-5pm The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round 730 CARROLL STREET, 63104
Keeper Talks 3/4 9am-10am Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat. WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
Jewish
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents 3/4 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.
MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110
St Louis Science Center 3/4 9:30am-4:30pm One of the top five science centers in the US, serving 1.2 million visitors annually. The complex includes a 4-story OMNIMAX Theater and the James S. McDonnell Planetarium. 5050 OAKLAND AVE, 63110 FREE
457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION
TE Tots 3/5 10am-11am Join us at Temple Emanuel for a Jewish-themed music and movement program for children 6 months to 3 years with an adult
TEMPLE EMANUEL, 12166 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE AND OPEN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
CALENDAR
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
Open Jump 3/6 10am-3pm Who can jump higher or find their way through the obstacle course first, the kids or the parents?
PUMP IT UP, ST CHARLES, 3691 NEW TOWN BLVD, 63301
3/5 1pm
Geared to families with children ages 3-9 who are on the autism spectrum or who have multi-sensory needs. The program provides a soothing environment for children to enjoy a story and other fun activities.
The Radio Arts Foundation introduces a new radio program on the air with all of the plays by Shakespeare. A complete listing is on our website at http://www. rafstl.org/shakespeare/. These are introduced by Rick Dildine, Director of Shakespeare Festival of St. Louis. Listen at 107.3 FM or 96.3 HD2. FREE
St Louis Silver Skates 3/5 8:30am-2:30pm SPEEDSKATING MEET: Will be run as an ABILITY meet with awards given based on the ability groupings. In this format skaters will be grouped by ability, taking into account skater times, ages, and size to provide for a safe, fun racing experience for all.
3/5 10:30am-12pm Come in costume and enjoy a morning of crafts, songs, snack and a Purim fashion show. JCC FOX, 16801 BAXTER RD, 63017 FREE
St. Louis Jewish Parents
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Sensory Story Time
Purim Party
MAR 2017
3/6 10:30am-11:30am
Sundays with Shakespeare
111 S. GEYER RD, 63122 FREE FOR SPECTATORS
44
Monday
Community Teen Event: Valerie Weisler CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD
Schools & Synagogues
Sunday
3/6 6:30pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
7 8 9 10 Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Temple Tots
Baby & Me
Pipsqueak Class
Baby N Me
3/7 10am-11am
3/8 9:30am-11am
3/9 9:15am-10:30am
3/10 10am-11:30am
Bring a snack and join us for a free playgroup for children up to the age of 3, accompanied by a parent, grandparent, or caregiver.
Geared toward parents/caregivers with infants and children who aren’t yet walking, classes are taught by Lisa Cohen. Each class is free and open to all families in the STL Jewish community. You are welcome to attend any or all class meetings. Special guest speakers and discussions too.
Bring your stroller, make some friends and have some fun. Hamorah Cheri (Parent Educator Specialist) is the facilitator. Go for a walk, have a light snack and let your little ones visit.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. As always, you are welcome to stay for Shabbat.
UNITED HEBREW CONGREGATION, 13788 CONWAY RD
Toddler Tuesdays 3/7 9am Children ages birth to 3 yrs and their caregivers. Each weekly session includes light refreshments and socializing followed by activities focusing on creative and cognitive development.
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 $5 PER ADULT/CHILD PAIR, FREE FOR WCHOF MEMBERS. ONE ADULT PER CHILD REQUIRED.
Storytelling at the Museum 3/7 10:30am-11:15am Engaging our youngest visitors and their families in historic objects and museum settings by using traditional and contemporary storybooks. Children will also enjoy a hands-on craft or other activity. Ages 2-5 MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
Tuesday Tails 3/7 10:30am-11am Visit the Animal Protective Association (APA) of Missouri for a free story time for preschoolers and help foster their love of animals. 1705 S. HANLEY ROAD, 63144 FREE
CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DR. FREE
Baby N Me 3/8 9:15am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. As always, you are welcome to stay for Shabbat. SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
314-569-0048
Wine Down Wednesday 3/8 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine! DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www. dimvaloo.com
Teen Open Gym 3/8 8:30pm-9:50pm Open gym is for children and adults ages 13 and up, wanting to practice gymnastics, cheer or parkour. Includes use of floors and trampolines. Waiver must be signed by parent if under 18 years old. Waivers available online at www. teamcentral.org. TEAM CENTRAL, 2675 METRO BLVD, 63043 $8 PER TEEN.
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE
anita@bnaiamoona.com
Open Play at the J 3/9 10:30am-11:30am FREE indoor playtime for kids 5 and younger with an adult. Snack included. Families are welcome to stay for the Early Childhood Tot Shabbat each week at 11:30am. Open to members and nonmembers. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
314-569-0048
Healthworks! Kids Museum 3/10 9:30am-4:30pm Here at HealthWorks!, we believe in giving children and caregivers the tools and knowledge to shoot for the stars, and be better tomorrow than they were today! HEALTHWORKS KIDS' MUSEUM ST LOUIS, 1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 VARIES
Open Jump 3/10 10am-3pm
Ladies' Knight 3/9 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
Babes in the Woods: Wind 3/9 9:30am-10am Ages 0-3, It’s never too early to introduce the wonders of nature, it’s always perfect time to enjoy nature. Join us for a stroller walk outdoors. Discover how nature appeals to our senses no matter what our age. POWDER VALLEY CONSERVATION NATURE CENTER, 11715 CRAGWOLD RD, 63122 FREE, BUT RESERVATIONS BEGIN JAN 19 BY CALLING 314301-1500.
Who can jump higher or find their way through the obstacle course first, the kids or the parents?
PUMP IT UP, ST CHARLES, 3691 NEW TOWN BLVD, 63301
Water Waddlers Drop-In Swim 3/10 10:30am-12pm Have some fun in the indoor tot pool with your little one! For kids up to age 6 with a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in the pool with the child. Up to 25 children will be admitted per day. LODGE OF DES PERES, 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $5/CHILD, ADULTS ARE FREE
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
45
MAR
11 12 13 Saturday
Sensory Saturdays
3/11 9:30am-10:15am
Secular
2nd Saturday monthly, children with sensory or special needs and their families will be met by trained Zoo staff when they enter from The Living World at the North Entrance. They will then go downstairs to Monsanto Education Gallery. The Gallery’s goal is to provide unique opportunities for children, age 0 to 8, and their caregivers to explore the wonders of the natural world together and discover ways to extend love of nature to their everyday lives. STL ZOO $2-$3 PER PERSON
Scout Discovery Table: Ecosystems and Food Webs 3/11 10am-2pm
Jewish
Scouts can earn portions of badges relating to nature. In this self-led program, we will have resources available to learn about ecosystems and food webs. Discovery Tables are also open to the general public. No reservations required. POWDER VALLEY CONSERVATION NATURE CENTER, 11715 CRAGWOLD RD, 63122 FREE
Schools & Synagogues
Keeper Talks 3/11 9am-10am Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat. WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
Sunday
Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School
Open Jump
3/12 10am-12pm
Who can jump higher or find their way through the obstacle course first, the kids or the parents?
At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION
Sundays with Shakespeare 3/12 1pm The Radio Arts Foundation introduces a new radio program on the air with all of the plays by Shakespeare. A complete listing is on our website at http://www. rafstl.org/shakespeare/. These are introduced by Rick Dildine, Director of Shakespeare Festival of St. Louis. Listen at 107.3 FM or 96.3 HD2. FREE
Sunday Chess Classes 3/12
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NONMEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
Purim Party for Pint-Sized People 3/12 10am-11:30am For Pre-school age up to 6 years old and their families, featuring a Purim play, parade and phun-philled activities. Come in costume!
CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD FREE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT KENDRA BROWN AT KBROWN@SESTL.ORG
CALENDAR
WANT TO LIST YOUR EVENT HERE? EMAIL US AT:
INFO@STLOUISJEWISHPARENTS.COM
Purim Reenactment Parade 3/12 2pm-3pm Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Mordechai will ride through the streets of the Kingdom upon the Royal Steed and dressed in the King’s Garments, led by the Kings Regent, Haman the Agagite. All Loyal Subjects are invited to attend! CORNER OF CORNELL AND GAY, UNIVERSITY CITY FREE
46
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Monday
3/13 10am-3pm
PUMP IT UP, ST CHARLES, 3691 NEW TOWN BLVD, 63301
St Louis Zoo 3/13 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Sensory Story Time 3/13 6:30pm Geared to families with children ages 3-9 who are on the autism spectrum or who have multi-sensory needs. The program provides a soothing environment for children to enjoy a story and other fun activities. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
14 15 16 17 Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Temple Tots
Baby N Me
Pipsqueak Class
3/14 10am-11am
3/15 9:15am-10:45am
3/16 9:15am-10:30am
Bring a snack and join us for a free playgroup for children up to the age of 3, accompanied by a parent, grandparent, or caregiver.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. You are welcome to stay for Shabbat.
Bring your stroller, make some friends and have some fun. Hamorah Cheri (Parent Educator Specialist) is the facilitator. Go for a walk, have a light snack and let your little ones visit.
UNITED HEBREW CONGREGATION, 13788 CONWAY RD
Toddler Tuesdays 3/14 9am Children ages birth to 3 yrs and their caregivers. Each weekly session includes light refreshments and socializing followed by activities focusing on creative and cognitive development.
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 $5 PER ADULT/CHILD PAIR, FREE FOR WCHOF MEMBERS. ONE ADULT PER CHILD REQUIRED.
Storytelling at the Museum 3/14 10:30am-11:15am Engaging our youngest visitors and their families in historic objects and museum settings by using traditional and contemporary storybooks. Children will also enjoy a hands-on craft or other activity. Ages 2-5 MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
Tuesday Tails 3/14 10:30am-11am Visit the Animal Protective Association (APA) of Missouri for a free story time for preschoolers and help foster their love of animals. 1705 S. HANLEY ROAD, 63144 FREE
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE
Water Waddlers Drop-In Swim
3/17 10:30am-12pm Have some fun in the indoor tot pool with your little one! For kids up to age 6 with a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in the pool with the child. Up to 25 children will be admitted per day.
anita@bnaiamoona.com
LODGE OF DES PERES, 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $5/CHILD, ADULTS ARE FREE
Baby & Me
Ladies' Knight
3/15 9:30am-11am
3/16 6:30pm-7:30pm
Suson Farm Fridays
Geared toward parents/caregivers with infants and children who aren’t yet walking, classes are taught by Lisa Cohen. Each class is free and open to all families in the STL Jewish community. You are welcome to attend any or all class meetings. Special guest speakers and discussions too.
Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
314-569-0048
CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DR. FREE
Wine Down Wednesday 3/15 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine! DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www. dimvaloo.com
Teen Open Gym
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
Winter Practice Session 3/16 1pm-8pm Come out to the Purina Event Center with your dog to practice agility, obedience and conformation. Winter practice sessions will occur on select Tuesdays and Thursdays. 300 CHECKERBOARD DR, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 $10 PER PERSON.
3/17 10:30am-3pm Suson Park animal farm display. Most breeds of farm animals are represented for urban dwellers to see and enjoy, from the draft horses that helped plow our soil to examples of the modern cattle breeds. 6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE
Morpho Mardi Gras 3/17 10am-4pm Join the party at out Bug Parade, make a masquerade mask, and immerse yourself in a sea of blue as the Butterfly House floods the tropical conservatory with thousands of Blue Morpho Butterflies. FAUST PARK, 15193 OLIVE BLVD, 63017 MEMBERS FREE, $5 CHILDREN AGES 3-12.
3/15 8:30pm-9:50pm Open gym is for children and adults ages 13 and up, wanting to practice gymnastics, cheer or parkour. Includes use of floors and trampolines. Waiver must be signed by parent if under 18 years old. Waivers available online at www. teamcentral.org. TEAM CENTRAL, 2675 METRO BLVD, 63043 $8 PER TEEN.
Open Gym, ages 13 and up 3/15 8:30pm-10pm
SHAKE IT UP!
TRY OUR WEIGHT MANAGEMENT SHAKES! 2 shakes a day help melt the weight away.
CALL MARK DOERING 314-629-3263
Open gym is for teens and adults, wanting to practice gymnastics. Waiver must be signed by parent if under 18 years old. Waivers available online at www.stlouisgymcentre.com
ST LOUIS GYM CENTRE, 315 W. PACIFIC AVE, 63119 $7.50- $10 PER PERSON.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
47
MAR
18 19 20 Saturday
Open Play at the J
For 1-5th grade students led by Rabbi Scott Shafrin and Sarah Beth Waxman. This learning service focuses on giving young Jews the opportunity to practice their prayer skills aand learn tefilah choreography, liturgy, tunes and more.
3/19 10am-12pm
FREE indoor playtime for kids 5 and younger with an adult. Snack included. Families are welcome to stay for the Early Childhood Tot Shabbat each week at 11:30am. Open to members and nonmembers.
Totally Tot Shabbat at Kol Rinah
Sunday Chess Classes
3/18 10:30am-11:45am
Secular
829 N HANLEY RD, 63130 FREE
3/18 11am-11:45am For 1-5th grade students led by Rabbi Scott Shafrin and Sarah Beth Waxman. This learning service focuses on giving young Jews the opportunity to practice their prayer skills aand learn tefilah choreography, liturgy, tunes and more. 829 N HANLEY RD, 63130 FREE
Jewish
Keeper Talks 3/18 9am-10am Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat.
Schools & Synagogues
WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
Basic Archery and Atlatl 3/18 8am-12pm Instructors help participants develop their archery and atlatl skills, covering safety different bows, atlatls, proper stance, grip, form, release, and other important tips and techniques. All equipment and materials will be provided. (Ages 9 and up)
CALENDAR
THE PROGRAM WILL BE HELD IN THE AUGUST A. BUSCH CONSERVATION AREA CLASSROOM, SHOOTING RANGE AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER FREE, BUT RESERVATIONS BEGIN FEB 18 BY CALLING 636441-4554
Historic Soulard Market 3/18 7am-5pm The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round 730 CARROLL STREET, 63104
MAR 2017
Monday
Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School
MifgaShabbat at Kol Rinah
48
Sunday
St. Louis Jewish Parents
At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION
3/19
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NON-MEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
3/20 10:30am-11:30am
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
Open Jump 3/20 10am-3pm Who can jump higher or find their way through the obstacle course first, the kids or the parents?
PUMP IT UP, ST CHARLES, 3691 NEW TOWN BLVD, 63301
Sundays with Shakespeare
Sensory Story Time
3/19 1pm
Geared to families with children ages 3-9 who are on the autism spectrum or who have multi-sensory needs. The program provides a soothing environment for children to enjoy a story and other fun activities.
The Radio Arts Foundation introduces a new radio program on the air with all of the plays by Shakespeare. A complete listing is on our website at http://www. rafstl.org/shakespeare/. These are introduced by Rick Dildine, Director of Shakespeare Festival of St. Louis. Listen at 107.3 FM or 96.3 HD2. FREE
3/20 6:30pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Tuesday Temple Tots
21 22 23 24 Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Baby & Me
Pipsqueak Class
3/21 10am-11am
3/22 9:30am-11am
3/23 9:15am-10:30am
Bring a snack and join us for a free playgroup for children up to the age of 3, accompanied by a parent, grandparent, or caregiver.
Geared toward parents/caregivers with infants and children who aren’t yet walking, classes are taught by Lisa Cohen. Each class is free and open to all families in the STL Jewish community. You are welcome to attend any or all class meetings. Special guest speakers and discussions too.
Bring your stroller, make some friends and have some fun. Hamorah Cheri (Parent Educator Specialist) is the facilitator. Go for a walk, have a light snack and let your little ones visit.
UNITED HEBREW CONGREGATION, 13788 CONWAY RD
Toddler Tuesdays 3/21 9am WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 $5 PER ADULT/CHILD PAIR, FREE FOR WCHOF MEMBERS. ONE ADULT PER CHILD REQUIRED.
Healthworks! Kids Museum 3/21 9:30am-4:30pm Here at HealthWorks!, we believe in giving children and caregivers the tools and knowledge to shoot for the stars, and be better tomorrow than they were today! HEALTHWORKS KIDS' MUSEUM ST LOUIS, 1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 VARIES
Storytelling at the Museum 3/21 10:30am-11:15am Engaging our youngest visitors and their families in historic objects and museum settings by using traditional and contemporary storybooks. Children will also enjoy a hands-on craft or other activity. Ages 2-5. MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DR. FREE
Wine Down Wednesday 3/22 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine! DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www. dimvaloo.com
Teen Open Gym 3/22 8:30pm-9:50pm Open gym is for children and adults ages 13 and up, wanting to practice gymnastics, cheer or parkour. Includes use of floors and trampolines. Waiver must be signed by parent if under 18 years old. Waivers available online at www. teamcentral.org. TEAM CENTRAL, 2675 METRO BLVD, 63043 $8 PER TEEN.
Open Gym, ages 13 and up 3/22 8:30pm-10pm Open gym is for teens and adults, wanting to practice gymnastics. Waiver must be signed by parent if under 18 years old. Waivers available online at www.stlouisgymcentre.com
ST LOUIS GYM CENTRE, 315 W. PACIFIC AVE, 63119 $7.50- $10 PER PERSON.
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE
Water Waddlers Drop-In Swim
3/24 10:30am-12pm Have some fun in the indoor tot pool with your little one! For kids up to age 6 with a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in the pool with the child. Up to 25 children will be admitted per day.
anita@bnaiamoona.com
LODGE OF DES PERES, 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $5/CHILD, ADULTS ARE FREE
Open Play at the J
Suson Farm Fridays
3/23 10:30am-11:30am FREE indoor playtime for kids 5 and younger with an adult. Snack included. Families are welcome to stay for the Early Childhood Tot Shabbat each week at 11:30am. Open to members and nonmembers. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
3/24 10:30am-3pm Suson Park animal farm display. Most breeds of farm animals are represented for urban dwellers to see and enjoy, from the draft horses that helped plow our soil to examples of the modern cattle breeds. 6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
Historic Soulard Market
Open Jump
The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round
3/23 10am-3pm Who can jump higher or find their way through the obstacle course first, the kids or the parents?
PUMP IT UP, ST CHARLES, 3691 NEW TOWN BLVD, 63301
Ladies' Knight 3/23 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
3/24 7am-5pm
730 CARROLL STREET, 63104
Public Stargazing 3/24
Starting at dusk
The site, which is free and open to the public, features 24/7 access, with 9 paved telescope stations each with 20-amp electrical service for telescopes that can benefit from electrical power, a patio entrance area for non-powered telescopes, as well as connecting sidewalks. There is also ample paved parking, a water fountain, and accessible restrooms. 1615 SCHWEDE RD, 63385 FREE
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
49
MAR 25 26 27 Secular
Saturday
TE Tots
Open Play at the J
3/25 10:30am-11:45am
3/26 10am-11am
3/27 10:30am-11:30am
For 1-5th grade students led by Rabbi Scott Shafrin and Sarah Beth Waxman. This learning service focuses on giving young Jews the opportunity to practice their prayer skills aand learn tefilah choreography, liturgy, tunes and more.
Join us at Temple Emanuel for a Jewish-themed music and movement program for children 6 months to 3 years with an adult
FREE indoor playtime for kids 5 and younger with an adult. Snack included. Families are welcome to stay for the Early Childhood Tot Shabbat each week at 11:30am. Open to members and nonmembers.
Rhythm n’ Ruach at Kol Rinah 3/25 11am-11:45am Led by Shelley and Jeff Dean, a program that introduces Jewish songs to children’s young souls. High-energy singing, praying, and playing with guitars, drums, shakers, tambourines, and more. 829 N HANLEY RD, 63130 FREE
Jewish
Keeper Talks 3/25 9am-10am Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat. WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents 3/25 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110
TEMPLE EMANUEL, 12166 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE AND OPEN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School 3/26 10am-12pm At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION
Sunday Chess Classes 3/26
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NON-MEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
Sundays with Shakespeare
CALENDAR
St Louis Zoo 3/27 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Sensory Story Time 3/27 6:30pm Geared to families with children ages 3-9 who are on the autism spectrum or who have multi-sensory needs. The program provides a soothing environment for children to enjoy a story and other fun activities. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Open Jump 3/27 10am-3pm
3/26 12pm-4pm Inviting all women in the community! We are excited to share an array of beautiful jewelry, clothing, and Pesach Judaica products for you to browse through!
U CITY SHUL, 700 NORTH AND SOUTH RD, 63130 CONTACT ST LOUIS KOLLEL FOR MORE INFO.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
The Radio Arts Foundation introduces a new radio program on the air with all of the plays by Shakespeare. A complete listing is on our website at http://www. rafstl.org/shakespeare/. These are introduced by Rick Dildine, Director of Shakespeare Festival of St. Louis. Listen at 107.3 FM or 96.3 HD2.
Princess with Pride
MAR 2017
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
3/26 1pm
FREE
50
Monday
MifgaShabbat at Kol Rinah
829 N HANLEY RD, 63130 FREE
Schools & Synagogues
Sunday
Who can jump higher or find their way through the obstacle course first, the kids or the parents? PUMP IT UP, ST CHARLES, 3691 NEW TOWN BLVD, 63301
28 29 30 31 Tuesday
Temple Tots
3/28 10am-11am Bring a snack and join us for a free playgroup for children up to the age of 3, accompanied by a parent, grandparent, or caregiver. UNITED HEBREW CONGREGATION, 13788 CONWAY RD
Toddler Tuesdays 3/28 9am Children ages birth to 3 yrs and their caregivers. Each weekly session includes light refreshments and socializing followed by activities focusing on creative and cognitive development.
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 $5 PER ADULT/CHILD PAIR, FREE FOR WCHOF MEMBERS. ONE ADULT PER CHILD REQUIRED.
Healthworks! Kids Museum 3/28 9:30am-4:30pm Here at HealthWorks!, we believe in giving children and caregivers the tools and knowledge to shoot for the stars, and be better tomorrow than they were today! HEALTHWORKS KIDS' MUSEUM ST LOUIS, 1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 VARIES
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Baby & Me
Pipsqueak Class
Suson Farm Fridays
3/29 9:30am-11am
3/30 9:15am-10:30am
3/31 10:30am-3pm
Geared toward parents/caregivers with infants and children who aren’t yet walking, classes are taught by Lisa Cohen. Each class is free and open to all families in the STL Jewish community. You are welcome to attend any or all class meetings. Special guest speakers and discussions too.
Bring your stroller, make some friends and have some fun. Hamorah Cheri (Parent Educator Specialist) is the facilitator. Go for a walk, have a light snack and let your little ones visit.
Suson Park animal farm display. Most breeds of farm animals are represented for urban dwellers to see and enjoy, from the draft horses that helped plow our soil to examples of the modern cattle breeds.
CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DR. FREE
New Mom Mingle 3/29 6:30pm-8pm This group is intended for expecting moms and moms with babies under 1 year old (babies welcome). Meet, connect with and learn from other moms. Each meeting will feature QandA with an expert on timely topics for new moms - sleep, nutrition, child development and more. Breastfeeding support and baby weigh-ins available each meeting. DESLOGE OUTPATIENT CENTER, 121 ST LUKE'S CENTER DR., 63017 FREE
Wine Down Wednesday 3/29 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine! DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www. dimvaloo.com
Open Gym, ages 13 and up 3/29 8:30pm-10pm Open gym is for teens and adults, wanting to practice gymnastics. Waiver must be signed by parent if under 18 years old. Waivers available online at www.stlouisgymcentre.com
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE
anita@bnaiamoona.com
Open Play at the J 3/30 10:30am-11:30am FREE indoor playtime for kids 5 and younger with an adult. Snack included. Families are welcome to stay for the Early Childhood Tot Shabbat each week at 11:30am. Open to members and nonmembers. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
Open Jump 3/30 10am-3pm Who can jump higher or find their way through the obstacle course first, the kids or the parents?
PUMP IT UP, ST CHARLES, 3691 NEW TOWN BLVD, 63301
6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE
Family Bingo Night 3/31 7pm-8:30pm Come out together and play bingo. Good, family fun for all! KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER PRE-REGISTER BY MARCH 30. CALL 822-5855.
Public Stargazing 3/31
Starting at dusk
The site, which is free and open to the public, features 24/7 access, with 9 paved telescope stations each with 20-amp electrical service for telescopes that can benefit from electrical power, a patio entrance area for non-powered telescopes, as well as connecting sidewalks. There is also ample paved parking, a water fountain, and accessible restrooms. 1615 SCHWEDE RD, 63385 FREE
Ladies' Knight 3/30 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
ST LOUIS GYM CENTRE, 315 W. PACIFIC AVE, 63119 $7.50- $10 PER PERSON.
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
51
COMMUNITY
WE WELCOME OUR NEW ADVERTISERS!
Tempera your hom
Please make sure to stop in, or send them a note saying hello and thank you. Without our Top-Notch advertisers, this magazine would not be possible.
Protect your f Breathe eas
Removes contamina Alleviates and asthm Reduces o Call for a f
314-819-0032
Weight Watchers
Dippin' Dots
www.weightwatchers.com
636-299-0869 or www.facebook.com/ stlouisdippindots
Paule Camazine & Blumenthal 314-244-3640 or 314-244-3667
www.AirComfortService.com Residential & Commercial Heating & Coolin
Air Comfort Service 314-819-0032 www.AirComfortService.com
We also greatly appreciate all of our advertisers! Please join us in patronizing their businesses. Jewish Federation of St Louis St Louis Children's Hospital Shanon Forseter Marty Levison & Sherri Welner, Coldwell Banker, Gundaker Childproofers The Coffee Guy Shana Watkins Bounce U: Chesterfield, St Louis Sophia's Jewelry Studio A2Z Selfie Company Laurie's Shoes The Law Office of Daniel Battan PJ Library Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School Creve Coeur Dentristy Shaare Emeth Litle Sunchine's Playhouse & Preschool Camp GUCI Camp Ramah
52
MAR 2017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Camp Sabra Herzl Camp Mack Daddyz The Law Office of David A. Rubin, LLC Gifted Counseling, St Louis B'nai Amoona Cub Creek Camp Classic Aire Care Pinnacle Cleaning Services Mad Science Oppland Fundamentals Basketball Camp Smart Mouth Frosty Treats Videocakes Productions Dr. Debra F Fink, D.M.D M.S. P.C. Eyewearhaus The Muny Cozy Couture Premier Window Tinting Keri Simon, MSW, LCSW
Jen Lorch, Peach Personal Stylist Traditional Congregation Slhelly Dean, Rhythm & Ruach, Kidding Around Yoga Kidzxplor The Little Medical School Craft Central Branham Electric Millbrook Pharmacy ATA Martial Arts Epstein Hebrew Academy You're Baking Me Crazy Temple Israel Kol Rinah Congregation Washington University Summer Experiences Easy Circumcision K&R Certified Public Accountants Wild Birds Unlimited LegalShield
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Harv ey Kornblu m Jewish Pantry is in Food need of o ngoing ad volunteers ult to sort foo d, stock s and shop h elves with our c lients. 2-4 shifts are h o ur available, Monday-F 8:45 a.m.ri d ay 3:45 p.m. To learn m to join this o re or fun group , contact C Banaskav h elsey ich at 314 -513-1674 cbanaska or vich@jfcs -stl.org.
Shana Watkins is looking for models for a variety of projects, including St. Louis Jewish Parents ads, her West County Mall display, the studio website as well as photographic competition. Interested families should submit a digital snapshot of their family and/or children along with a paragraph about your hopes and dreams for your children in 2017. Accepted entries will have a planning consultation with Shana, complimentary studio session and $100 portrait credit.
Find out how to make your child’s brain work for them SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY Wilfred J Krenn MA, LPC 314-254-3222 www.giftedcounselingstlouis.com
Custom homemade cookies, cakes, and sweet trays. Perfect for bar/ bat mitzvahs, shivas, bridal and baby showers, catered events, holidays, and just because.
We deliver! Please call Julie @ 314 517-6239 or 314 469-6682/ email @ jwinograd@charter.net
QUOTE: et to learn READER ish, but I g w t e J t o n velopmen “I am ut child de s who o b a h c u so m y friend ut what m AND abo g.” h are doin are Jewis
READER Q “I love se UOTE: eing my grandch ildren an d my friends’ g ra the mag ndchildren in azine.”
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
53
“BABY” BUSINESSES
6 months
Young start-ups help our community’s economy. Look here monthly to see what is new!
314-291-2131
5
8944 St. Charles Rock Road, 3rd Floor info@northwestchamber.com http://www.northwestchamber.com/
5 months
New listing for February Listed in January Turning 1 year old!
5 months
MAR 2017
(636) 527-1121 161 Lamp & Lantern Village, Chesterfield, MO 63017
St. Louis Jewish Parents
7
Concierge Bereavement Services When a loved one dies, managing final affairs can be a daunting task, especially while still in mourning. We are here to help you navigate through this overwhelming process by organizing and managing everything from account closures, like utilities and credit cards, to canceling lawn service and gym memberships. We focus on the process so you can celebrate your loved one's legacy.
Snapology STL West Come learn, play and build in our discovery center, which is stocked with LEGO bricks and other building toys. We run birthday parties, classes, and camps centered around robotics and video game design. stlwest@snapology.com 314-717-1794 10028 Manchester Rd, 63122 snapology stl west
Helping young mothers & families to empower their children who struggle to reach their potential. For the comfort of children with special needs & convenience of families, we are a house call based practice.
Rivulet Inspiration/Positive Change/SelfEmpowerment. Interested in discovering unique and innovative techniques for creating a well-balanced and healthy life for both you and your children? A personalized approach that empowers children and women through teaching the self-help tool of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT/Tapping) and Empowerment Strategies. Carly Black carly@experiencerivulet Julie Eisenberg julie@experiencerivulet.com Rivulet exprivulet experiencerivulet www.experiencerivulet.com
7
Tree of Life Pediatric and Family Chiropractic
Stephanie Nicholson 314-485-9897 www.treeoflifepedandfamilychiro.com treeoflifepediatric
months
months
54
Unique, fun, fashion-forward women's clothing by top designers from New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles at awesome prices!
Erin Schneider erin@conciergebereavement.com 314-492-1118 www.conciergebereavement.com
Train Your Inner Warrior A virtual and live fitness business dedicated to helping our clients reach their potential in mind, body, and spirit, through challenging workouts, individualized and integrated (Eastern and Western philosophies) nutritional balance, and behavioral change counseling (again, integrated East/West). We bring our clients to their potential in fitness and all areas of their lives.
Orli's Boutique
7
months
Brian Goldman, President/CEO
Giving you more time to do what you want to do, not what you have to do. Services include: errand running, home organization, personal assistant, bar/bat mitzvah & wedding planning. Melissa Cook, Jessica Tilson 314-561-2083 www.STLLifestyleEvents.com
months
We are one of the fastest growing Chambers in Missouri! We are a Chamber without borders. We provide unique opportunities to do business and build relationships. If you have any questions or are interested in the Chamber, give us a call!
STL Lifestyle & Events months
months
NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Anna Altman anna@trainyourinnerwarrior.com 917-449-7900 /trainyourinnerwarrior.com trainyourinnerwarrior
"Connect with musicians in just one click". A directory that easily connects you to music lesson instructors, performers and musicrelated services in the St. Louis community. www.frontofthebeat.com Front of the Beat frontofthebeat frontofthebeat
5
4
Front of the Beat
Lu Lu Belle’s Many of you have visited our children’s boutique, Lu Lu Belle in Naples, FL owned by St. Louis couple Charlie and Linda Kilo. We have now opened a store in Ladue bringing the same personalized service & brands - most of them unique to St. Louis for girls & boys newborn & up. Come in for a fun-filled experience for Grandparents, Parents & kids. We look forward to meeting you! Mon-Sat 10:00am-5:00pm. Expanded hours by appointment. lulubelleofnaples@yahoo.com 314-736-5588 9727 Clayton Rd., Ladue, MO 63124 lu lu belle
Dr. Laura Chackes lchackes@mindfulstl.com 314-561-9757 www.mindfulstl.com The Center for Mindfulness & CBT
9
months
An online platform designed to make the connection & communication process between consumers and photographers more efficient and enjoyable. The process is so simple and fun.... Select your genre, love your favorite images, then ShuttrPlace will connect you to your ideal photographers. And even better, the platform is completely free for consumers! ShutterPlace is the only place to find a photog! Try us out!
Hey, Dollcakes
months
We specialize in the doll cake, but I am a full service bakery. Donuts, pastries, cookies, cheesecakes, cake balls, etc. 636-385-6828 connie@heydollcakes.com www.heydollcakes.com 2956 Hwy K, O ’Fallon, MO 63368
Shine Boutique Jewelry, clothing, gifts, accessories, monogrammed items, and free gift wrapping. Come see us! Tamara Netsch (owner) 314-942-3055 www.shineboutiquestlouis.com ShineBoutique 9811 Clayton Rd, STL 63124
1
ABC Parenting We believe that answers to concerns and the solutions to problems often lie within the families themselves. Our Child Development Specialist will coach your family while building a foundation for the child’s future. ABC supports families with children from birth through high school. Developmental screenings and bilingual sessions also available.
Congratulations successful sprouts celebrating 1 year in business!
10
Heather Cushing, Owner 314-701-4100 info@abcparenting.com abcparenting, llc ABCParenting.XYZ
Peach is redefining the way women and teens shop for intimates & basics while working to fix the problem of 80% of women wearing the wrong size bra! I specialize in 1:1 fittings using 10 points of measure in your home, my home, or virtually one-on-one. And, you don’t even need to take your shirt off! I will work with you until we discover your Bra-Ha™ moment. Need basics such as tanks, cardigans, and panties? Discover our Simply Soft basics that are so soft you will never want to wear anything else. Call or email today to set up your fitting or host a trunk show. Fittings are always free. Jen Lorch 602-301-3194 jenscafe7227@gmail.com groups/llrjenscafe
Peach by Jen’s Cafe
year
8
10
HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum St. Louis has the distinction of being the only free-standing children’s museum in St. Louis that is dedicated solely to health education. It is completely accessible to those of all abilities and showcases a unique model of health edutainment through hands-on, interactive exhibits and live engaging presentations. Our goal: To infectiously contaminate children of all ages to learn, have fun and make great life choices. We Make Health Fun!
10
months
Stephanie Cotta stephanie@shuttrplace.com www.shuttrplace.com shuttrplace
With 15+ years experience working with adolescents, young adults and families providing therapy for social and interpersonal relationship issues and emotional regulation, anxiety and depression. Specializes in individuals and families with autism spectrum disorder and or developmental disabilities. Keri excels at creating therapeutic rapport with even the most resistant of clients. Social skills and support groups offered in evenings and after school.
months
ShuttrPlace
HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum St. Louis
314) 241-7391 info@hwstl.org hwstl.org hwstl 1100 Macklind Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
Keri Simon Therapy
Keri Simon, LCSW 314-265-5791 www.kerisimontherapy.com 745 Craig Rd, Suite 308, 63141
9
months
months
A total body, 50 minute workout with a focus on targeted muscular strength building and conditioning. High intensity. Low impact. The only workout to combine strength, endurance, cardio, balance, and flexibility in each and every movement. Your joints stay protected, your spinal alignment improves, your mind is engaged, and your body’s pushed to its limits. This isn't your mom's pilates. info@plnkstl.com 314-395-4366 www.plnkstl.com plnkstl
8
PLNK STL
Kidzxplor is a new revolutionary web and app-based service that connects kids to local class providers. Kidzxplor opens the doors to discovery by offering a membership that syncs children to a multitude of different classes and activities including art, music, dance, fitness, mind, open plays, cooking, and many, many more- all for one flat-fee per month. Drop into the best St. Louis children’s class providers and discover your child’s passion conveniently and economically. info@kidzxplor.com www.kidzxplor.com kidzxplor kidzxplor kidzxplor
months
8
Kidzxplor
months
months
Innovative mental health and wellness center treating children, adolescents and adults using Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). We offer Mindfulness and Mindful Yoga classes for the general population, as well as for those with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. We have Mindfulness classes for children and families, as well as group therapy for children & adults with Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, such as hair pulling & skin picking, as well as eating disorders.
months
7
9
The Center for Mindfulness & CBT
Fred & Ricky’s Our delicious plant-based foods are fresh, 100% natural, preservativefree, and made from scratch in small batches. Our savory handcrafted dishes range from pastas, rice dishes and hearty soups to breads, salads & desserts. Local and organic ingredients when possible, and many dishes are gluten-free. Everything comes packaged in BPA-free, reusable and recyclable containers, and all you do is heat them. Best of all, they taste fabulous! 314-942-8900 Facebook.com/fredandrickys 64 Weldon Parkway, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 11252 Olive Boulevard, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
St. Louis Jewish Parents
MAR 2017
55
STARTING OUR 3RD YEAR!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR READERSHIP, SUPPORT, AND FEEDBACK! THEN TO NOW: Started with ~ 95% Jewish readership, NOW ~65% Jewish readership! Started with age range of ~30- 50 years, NOW age range is ~7-98 years! Started with locations mostly in West County, NOW the magazine can be found in the following locations and more: St Charles Wentzville Central West End
University City Clayton Ladue
Kirkwood Webster Groves Chesterfield
Olivette Ballwin Creve Coeur
This could not have been possible without your support, and that of our advertisers. Please continue to shop with our advertisers! Please continue to recommend the magazine to potential advertisers!