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Humble Guilt You have heard of the “Humble Brag”, whereby the parent is discussing how awful the situation is that the child is doing so well? I had the chance recently to feel the GUILT version of this. Last month, I put my mother-in-law’s recipe for a Russian Chicken Stew as the Cooking Corner recipe. As usual, I made the dish to take the picture. As it was cooling, I went to get a child from school. My typically not-so-effusive 3rd born comes home, calls me on the phone, and says, “Mom! I walked into the house and there was the most amazing smell. I followed my nose to the kitchen, and I saw a pot on the stove! It wasn’t hot, so I opened it. The yummiest steam came out!! Can we please eat that for dinner? I really LOVE when you cook for the magazine!”
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.
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At first, I was thrilled that he was so excited about the smell and the dinner. But then, I felt horribly guilty that he thinks I cook and bake for the magazine and not for them. I felt awful that cooking dinner seemed to him like an unusual occurrence. But I am a working parent. Meal prep is not easy. One of the hardest things for me, and I imagine for many parents, is the balance of work and family. Cooking and eating dinner is sometimes a “catch as one can” situation in my home, with so many children moving in so many different directions at any one given time. I do the best I can, and I will have to let go of that pang of guilt that I had. I think that as parents, we do try to do everything for everyone, and that trying our best really is good enough! (Although, I will go to my recipe box and peruse the section of “Multiple Day Dishes”. I think I can do a little better by making one of those per week!)
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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE
#Neveragain by Farheen Ali Khan Another school has been gunned down leaving innocent children dead. It brought tears to my eyes. It brought a moment of terror, and a moment of realization. The fear overwhelmed my body a thousand miles away. The following week, students from Stoneman Douglas are shaking the ground under politicians’ feet, demanding change for the safety of students. They can’t even vote, yet they are striving for more unity than any politician. standing right along with them, I’m writing this to ask every other student out there to fight alongside us, knowing full well that we will inherit this country’s future. Our facts are clear and our ideas strong, so let's make this country one where we remain safe to learn and make it clear that we will not stop. [continued pg 10]
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“As teenagers, we can all do better to make our schools places where no one feels like an adult outsider. �
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ccording to Giffords Law Center on gun violence, in 2010, guns killed 31,076 people, more than 85 a day in the United States. Roughly 18 of the 85 were children. Over 1.7 million non-adults are living in households containing loaded and unprotected guns, far more than in most countries. Another report states that 73% of kids 9 and under, said they knew where their parent's gun was; 36% said they have handled it before. Within this culture of over-exposure, roughly 18 school shootings have occurred already in 2018, with Stoneman Douglas losing 17 victims. This has happened before. In 2012 Sandy Hook lost 28.The list doesn’t stop there: Virginia Tech 2007, Columbine 1999, University of Texas tower 1966, and more. This country, or more specifically the lawmakers, continue to vote for wide access. One point missing from the most recent discussions is that semi-automatic and automatic guns, defined as a gun that shoots 150 rounds in 6-7 minutes, were found not to be protected by the second amendment as of a 2008 supreme court ruling, D.C. v. Heller. That was reaffirmed by the fourth US circuit court of appeals in November 2017. In a recent Quinnipiac poll, 66% of voters support stricter gun control laws. It is
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time for state and federal lawmakers to stand on the side of keeping children safe. There is strict gun control in California, Connecticut, New York, and they have the lowest rate of gun death, while states with the most lax laws like Alabama and Alaska have the highest. Missouri is a top 20 state for highest rates of gun violence due to lax laws. The AR-15 used at Marjory Stoneman is, simply put, a gun of war. Moreover, weapons of these kind are relatively easy to legally obtain, even for teenagers. Another reason we need stricter gun laws is guns were used 19,392 times in suicides in 2010. These numbers can all be reduced if we take military-grade weapons off the market, implement universal background checks, and establish a culture of gun safety. When it comes to law enforcement, placing different protocols to use a taser gun instead of a real gun can reduce death by police officer in the event of racism or bias in a multi-ethnic society. We know that the shooters in Columbine, Virginia Tech, and Parkland were students who felt deeply alienated and in need of more attention and intervention than they received, and the responsibility for this is widespread.
There needs to be policy that allows the confiscation of weapons from people who show signs of being troubled and attracted to weaponry, but we can also call on the teachings of our own. Say hello to someone we might not ordinarily say hello to, and sit next to at lunch someone we’re not use to sitting with. As teenagers, we can all do better to make our schools places where no one feels like an adult outsider. As a nation, surely we can realize that one child’s life is greater than all the guns in the world. As high school students, we can and must stand in solidarity with our classmates at MSD. Now let's live in honor of the ones lost and push forward so we never again have to march on Washington to fight for our lives.
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arents often look at their young babies, and say, “I wish you could stop crying and tell me what you need!” As the babies get a little older, parents and caregivers still ask the question of “What do you want?” They are desperate to know how to help the child become less frustrated. Parents often feel frustrated too. One technique that teachers and parents have tried, is to teach the baby “sign language”, with the hope that if the baby can use his/her hands to tell the parent what s/ he wants, the frustration will be eased. The hypothesis is that signing is easier to do, and happens sooner than does spoken language. Research done to address this hypothesis has shown some very interesting results.
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Result 1:
Babies who acquire American Sign Language, sign approximately one- two months sooner than do babies who acquire English. Most babies are using single words at ~12 months, with a range of 10-14 months. Hearing babies who are taught “Baby Sign”, might gesture early, but they are not signing. They have been taught simple hand motions for words like “more”, “milk”, “want”, etc. American Sign Language (ASL) is a natural, human language used by Deaf community members in the United States, and parts of Canada. It is not universal, and is acquired along a similar developmental track as is spoken language, albeit a tad earlier. Baby Sign is a gesture system that does not result in the use of a natural, human language.
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Babies who sign are just as frustrated as babies who don’t, in regards to expressing wants and needs. However, babies who are being taught to sign often have increased time and interaction with a caregiver. This then translates into increased attention and communication, often resulting in a seeming reduction in frustration. Studies are looking to see if a similar reduction in frustration can be achieved by other adult-child interactions. Babies who acquire ASL also become frustrated when they are unable to “pronounce” what they want, and can’t make their needs known. The fine motor control required to sign many words, does not develop until later. This leads to “phonological” errors, similar to what is seen in spoken language, e.g. “wa wa” for “water”, and “ba” for “ball”, “bottle”, etc. Baby signs/ gestures avoid this issue by simplifying the gestures, but do not have the syntax to make it a real language.
Result 3:
Deaf and hearing babies who learn ASL as a first language, or at the same time as learning a second language, can absolutely learn spoken English. The citizens of most other countries learn at least 2 languages from the earliest ages. It is only common in the United States for babies to be exposed to only one language. American parents should not be afraid to teach their babies more than one language. Classes on baby sign or American Sign Language offer tremendous benefits for parents and caregivers to potentially communicate earlier with their babies. Just as importantly, they offer a peer group for playdates and increased interactions between the adults and the children.
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References: Kirk, E., Howlett, N., Pine, K. J., & Fletcher, B. (. (2013). To sign or not to sign? The impact of encouraging infants to gesture on infant language and maternal mind-mindedness. Child Development, 84(2), 574-590. Gongora, X., & Farkas, C. (2009).Infant sign language program effects on synchronic mother-infant interactions. Infant Behavior and Development, 32, 216-225. Bonvillian, J. D., Orlansky, M. D., & Novack, L. L. (1983). Developmental Milestones: Sign Language Acquisition and Motor Development. Child Development, 54(6), 1435-1445.
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The domestic dog is a member of the genus Canis, which forms part of the wolf-like canidae family. Genetic drift studies and DNA sequencing confirm that domestic dog shares a common ancestry with the gray wolf. Many religions have banned or frowned upon having dogs as pets, including Judaism, Islam, Christianity and Buddhism, thinking dogs to be dirty, evil, demon-like, and worse. Most of these ideas were based on the pre-domesticated dogs, like wolves, hyenas, coyotes, etc.
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“Smartest” dog titles are typically based on “Working Intelligence” such as following orders, as opposed to Adaptive Intelligence, i.e. figuring things out or Instinctive Intelligence. The smartest working dogs, who tend to learn a new command in less than five exposures and obey at least 95 percent of the time. They include: Border Collie, Poodle, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Doberman pinscher, Shetland Sheepdog, Labrador Retriever, Papillon, Rottweiler, and Australian cattle dog. The idea of dog being man’s (best) friend was first documented in the middle of the 1700’s, and credited to King Fredrick of Prussia. Before then, dogs and humans hunted together. After the 1700’s, dogs were mentioned in literature, reports of daily life, and even protected by court systems.
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Fruit Skewers and Other Tips Scenario: Your child is a “picky eater”. Well, not in the sense that s/he will only eat certain foods, but more in the way of preferring to NOT eat from particular food groups such as fruits and vegetables, or milk and cheese. You have already tried to “hide” the healthy stuff in other food, and begged for your child to just eat as many as his/ her age- with no success! What now?!
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Fruit Skewers: Have you ever noticed that “fancy” food is served with tooth picks, and expensive fruit baskets come with beautifully arranged fruit skewers? Children and adults flock over to these specialties, and often times eat with gusto, until they are all gone. Who would have thought that 4 grapes on a plastic skewer could be so enticing. Rainbow Skewers are a great way to get fruit and veggies in as a healthy snack of side dish. You can do tomatoes, carrots, yellow pepper, broccoli florets, and blue potato. You can also do strawberries, clementines, banana, green apple chunks, blueberries, and purple grapes.
Sprinkles or a Dash of Chocolate: Sprinkles are not just for ice cream! Trying to get your child to eat cream cheese on a bagel, or yogurt? A few sprinkles rarely hurt! Having 2 kinds of sprinkles for a child to choose between, and then adding one to his/her favorite semi-solid often yields wonderful results. Same thing with chocolate or strawberry flavoring in milk, cinnamon or cocoa powder in oatmeal, or just cinnamon in apple sauce or cottage cheese.
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Meet the Farmer/ Meet the Chef: Research shows that children want to be more independent as they get older. From the “ME do!” of the 2 year old to the crossed-arms of the 4 year old, or even the “I can do this” of the 8 year old, the more responsibility and independence you can give to a child, the greater the possibility of him/her tasting and eating more foods. When at all possible, allow the child to help plan the meals, starting with which vegetables to plant in a garden. Find a good children’s cookbook, and look through it with your child. If the child can choose the recipe and help cook the dish, s/he is more likely to eat it. Well-rounded is the aim for many of today’s parents, and this includes with eating as well. The question of how to expand the dietary intake of the younger children requires creativity and patience. But, when working with a child on food preparation, not only is it more likely that the child will eat more, but the communication time is priceless!
References: van der Horst, K. (2012). Overcoming picky eating. Eating enjoyment as a central aspect of children's eating behaviors. Appetite, 58(2), 567-574. Cano, S. C., Hoek, H. W., & Bryant-Waugh, R. (2015). Picky eating: The current state of research. Current Opinion In Psychiatry, 28(6), 448-454
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Dabbing and Other Odd Behaviors And This Happened: A parent was going to her son’s middle school and passes the lunchroom, glancing in to see if she could see her child for even a split second. While scanning, she sees random arms go up in the air, and to the side for no apparent reason. There is no music and there is no coordinated group. Puzzled, she asks a teacher about the behavior. The teacher responds with, “Oh that! They are dabbing. They do that a lot. Your son does it too.”
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esearchers find that these Tween ages of approximately 9-12 years present a period of “trying on” the personalities, mannerisms, voices, and behaviors of others in the peer group. Whether it is a new phrase, a new dance movement, or a new style of dress, this is the age when the tweens are merging who they have always been with how they fit into a group of semi-independent classmates and friends. This is also a time when friendships get stronger and parents have less control over choosing friends for their children. Researchers asked parents how they felt about several different stages of childhood, and found that more than 70% of parents report that the Tween years are towards the top of the “Scary Stage” list. The parents mentioned that they felt unprepared for the social changes that were happening, despite getting prepared for conversations about upcoming physical changes. Another study found that parents were concerned about their tweens picking the wrong friendship group and a decrease in communication with the adults in their lives. And still other studies
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report that this is a prime age for bullying behaviors and hurtful clique formation. One of the major goals for parents during this time period is to give the Tweenager the tools s/he needs to go from child to teen. These tools need to include ways to remember the family’s unique identity and shared values while incorporating ways of fitting in to a larger community. These tools also need to include INCREASED communication and connections between tweens and adult caregivers. Tips for how to deal with Tweenagers: Ask your tween about who his/ her friends are. Does your tween know the first and last names of his/her friends? Ask your tween which friend is a close friend versus an acquaintance. Help your tween to understand the difference between the two categories. When you see an “odd behavior or mannerism”, ask your tween about it. Ask what it is, where s/ he first saw it, which friend is doing it and why. Discuss that
you and your friends did similar things at that age. (Remember “The Wave”?, the “Runningman”, and others?) Discuss the content of what is being overheard and repeated. You may be surprised to learn that some of the Tweens are investigating gender roles, such as who cleans the house and who earns the money. Make sure to point out where your family’s values are similar or different from those of the peers. Ask about whether anyone they know is being bullied. Do they feel bullied? Do they know what it means? Do they know how to make it stop? Do they know who to talk to at school, and when. Discuss how something that is cute or funny the first time, is maybe not as funny the 4th and further time. Hence tweens should watch how often they repeat themselves if not getting a desired response. Ask the tween why this is important to even mention.
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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.
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Dad I was born on March 1st, about ten hours before your birthday. We always joked that I was an early birthday present. Stubborn and determined to have a day of my own, I wouldn't wait to be born on your actual birthday. This month I'm about to celebrate your birthday for the ninth time without you. How is it possible that so much time has passed? When you lose a parent, half of the repository of your memories is lost forever. Random, everyday moments from your childhood are gone, and you begin to feel the transfer of the family mantle, making you closer to being the "elder." Dad, your life was like a book that ended too soon, although I see your story continue in so many ways. Every time I dance in the car, mortifying my kids, I remember you doing that to me in front of my friends as I rolled my eyes in embarrassment. When I coach my kids to "waive goodbye" as they shoot a basketball, I think of you. And when I raise my voice at my kids, I think of you then as well. After all, death has a way of softening the rough edges but does not eliminate them entirely. I wonder what kind of grandfather you would have been, and I'm sure you would have laughed at the kids' messy rooms. Karma, you would
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have said, since so many of our fights were over my picking up after myself. We light a yartzheit candle to commemorate the anniversary of your death, and several other times throughout the year (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Yahrzeit_candle), but we remember your life through humorous stories as well. The kids love to hear how you were cussed out in several languages, thanks to your tennis umpire experiences at the US Open and in the Olympics. The conclusion of the Mourners Kaddish (https://reformjudaism.org/practice/ prayers-blessings/kaddishyahrzeit) begins with the words Oseh shalom bimromav.... May the One who makes peace in high places, make peace for us and for all Israel. And then we say, Amen. Happy Birthday, Dad.
PJ Library doesn't have specific books about death, but Sadie and Ori and the Blue Blanket by PJ author Jamie Korngold is an excellent book for families with aging grandparents or relatives. A beautifully written book that deals with death is called Stones for Grandpa, by Renee Londner and Martha Aviles.
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A little boy and his family gather at the cemetery for the unveiling of his beloved grandpa s gravestone, bringing stones to place on the grave, as is the Jewish tradition. They tell stories that help the boy deal with his loss, reminding him of the wonderful memories he has of his grandpa.
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The Flu and Nursing
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By all accounts, this has been a bad flu season. At the time of this writing, Missouri has seen more than 80,000 cases of influenza. Nationwide, 63 children have died. Naturally, this brings up the question what is the best way to protect yourself and your baby from the flu?
Hands down, the answer is the flu vaccine. Everyone who is eligible, aged 6 months and older should get the flu vaccine as early in the flu season as possible. That said, it is never too late to get the flu vaccine and most offices will continue to vaccinate through flu season. Simple things like frequent and thorough handwashing are also helpful in preventing disease from spreading. Keep babies, especially younger infants, away from large crowds. Also with babies, when possible, continue to breastfeed. Not only does human milk contain all of the nutritional factors your baby needs to grow, it also contains immune factors such as antibodies, enzymes and proteins, which can help fight disease. When a breastfeeding mother gets the flu, her body creates antibodies to fight the virus. These antibodies are present in breastmilk and passed on to her baby during feedings. There is even some thought that this process works in both directions. That is, some studies point to the possibility that when a baby has a virus, her saliva gets passed to the mother who makes antibodies against
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the virus which are then returned to the baby in breastmilk. Sometimes, babies will have more difficulty breastfeeding when they are not feeling well. It can be helpful to use a nasal aspirator to clear baby’s nose prior to feeds so that she is able to latch well and breathe comfortably. A few drops of nasal saline in the nose can also help clear secretions and limit congestion. When babies are sick, they may want to have more frequent, but shorter feeds. It is always best to follow your baby’s cues. Lastly, it is usually safe for a mother to continue breastfeeding, while sick, as long as she is careful. Mothers should wash their hands carefully and frequently. They should avoid close face-to-face contact with their infant and could even consider wearing a mask. If Mom feels too sick to breastfeed, she could pump milk to be offered, via bottle, by another caregiver. Always check with your doctor about whether a medication, even one offered over the counter, is safe to take while breastfeeding.
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The physical and emotional safety of children is a topic on the top of the priority list for parents. One of the ways that parents can help safeguard their child is to regularly have conversations that reinforce the idea of surprises vs. secrets. Surprises make the child feel happy and excited. Surprises will be shared with everyone when the time is right. Secrets may make the child feel unhappy, scared or sad. Someone who asks a child to keep a secret, may use coercion, threaten or bribe the child to try to make them keep the secret.
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Introduce these concepts to your child early and revisit them often. Starting in preschool use age appropriate scenarios to introduce this idea to your child. For example, explain that birthday gifts are great examples of surprises. We don’t tell the person what is inside the gift bag, but they will open it and find out, and then everyone else will know too. Explain to children that anything involving their safety would never be a secret. If they are hurt or injured, they should always tell you, even if someone tells them not to. Some additional terms that might help with these conversations are the concepts of tattling and telling. Tattling is when you say what a person did just to get them in trouble. Telling is something when you say what a person did because you need help. If a child tells their parent that their sibling did not put their toys away, that is tattling, only to get their sibling in trouble. However, when safety is at risk and a child needs the help of an adult, telling is always okay (even if someone will get in trouble).
Brainstorm with your child a list of trusted adults that your child could tell if they ever were in a situation that makes them feel scared, sad, or uncomfortable. In addition to parents, this could be grandparents, aunts and uncles or teachers. By having these conversations throughout their childhood, you will increase the likelihood that your child will recognize and tell you if their physical or emotional safety is at risk in any way. Things that are Surprises:
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Birthday presents Surprise parties Special outings Things that are never a secret: Injuries Anything involving safety When someone makes you feel uncomfortable Anything involving the private parts of the body
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
TEEN
A Car Accident! Now What Do I Do? Teen drivers are said to be three times more likely to get into a car accident than those ages 20 or older. 1 in 4 of these teens will be in a collision during the first year of driving. Most of the car accidents that new, teen drivers get into are not fatal. But they are educational, and often expensive.
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ne of the topics that parents of teen drivers should discuss is what to do if you get into an accident. Here is a list of talking points compiled from several insurance companies and law firms: After an accident:
1) Stay calm. Although hearts are racing and fear
and shock set in, it is important to take a deep breath and calmly assess the situation. Flared tempers will aggravate the situation.
2) Assess safety and health. Ask yourself if you are hurt, if you are in a safe place (if not, get to a safe place), and call for help. 3) Call the police and your insurance company. Even if it does not seem like anyone is
hurt, the police should be called immediately to come and assess the situation. Calling the police protects all of the parties involved. In a situation where there is clearly one person at fault, calling the police protects the one at fault in documenting that nothing worse can happen. For example, if a teen accidentally hits a person, and the person “seems” okay, the teen might want to drive away. But if the person feels more hurt later on, there is no documentation or evidence to the contrary, and the teen is still responsible.
4) Do NOT drive away from the scene of an accident! Even if worried about getting into trouble,
it is illegal. You will get into more trouble for leaving the scene of an accident. If it is a minor accident and the other party is not there, leave a note on the car with your contact information and take pictures.
5) Exchange driver information, such as insurance company and policy, driver’s name, address, telephone number, and any other relevant information. If the driver was not the vehicle’s owner, ask for the vehicle’s owner’s information as well. 6) If able, take notes of what happened. In
the situation, it is very easy to become confused as to what happened. Notes include what the other person said, the officer’s name, any witness’ names, etc.
7) If able, take photos, especially if the other person is trying to leave the scene. 8) Call your parent or caregiver. Accidents are not typically “On-Purposes”, and happen both when learning how to drive and onward. The most important thing is safety and health of all individuals involved. However, next in the line of importance is knowing what to do after an accident happens.
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Perhaps telling my highschool-age daughter that she should be able to score at least 2 points higher than all of her friends on the ACT because she is smarter than all of them, was not the best way of offering encouragement. I can’t believe my husband took the children to the park, and the kids said, “Daddy, you ALWAYS forget to bring something home. Can you try harder today?” Perhaps, I shouldn’t have yelled at my 2 year old in his karate class, “Why do you have to be ‘THAT-KID’- the only one who can’t behave or listen?!” Oops, perhaps I should not have gotten rid of our land-line phone. I learned the hard way that when calling in an emergency, it is easier for the rescue team to get our address than if calling from a cell phone. I guess I shouldn’t be surprised when my 16 year old laughs at me and tells me that I should be more careful about what I say in public or I will get arrested. All I said was that I was tired of Daddy putting brains in the fridge, and shocking people. Perhaps it is a good idea to check one’s head when looking for the new pair of reading glasses, before accusing other family members of moving them. Oops, I should have been more careful when I picked up the baby’s clothing, and put it in the wash. I hadn’t realized that there was a diaper that snuck in too. There were diaper crystals on EVERYTHING! What a mess!! I can’t believe that after all of these years, I STILL call my children and grandchildren by the wrong names. Perhaps I should find a full body bib and a drop cloth for my 9 month old. She tried to feed herself, but kept missing her mouth! Oops, I can’t believe that the not-nice email about my child’s friend went to ALL of the parents in the group, instead of the intended one parent!
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Double Dipping… Hope No One Notices March is National Nutrition Month® - Go Further with Food! March also brings the early signs of Spring and wanting to spend more time outside, which does not usually coincide with preparing meals using a slow cooker. But, slow cookers are not just for chili, soup, and Winter comfort food. KATHY MORA, PhD
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Dedicated long distance runner, passionate proponent for physical education in children, and mom of two children who happily eat vegetables!
Slow cookers are the perfect kitchen tool for “going further with food”. Slow cookers are low stress, versatile, and easy to use to prepare a variety of healthy, flavorful meals your family will enjoy any time of year. In February, I presented a cooking demonstration on Show Me St. Louis featuring three slow cooker recipes. To prepare for the demonstration, I had three slow cookers working overtime, testing seven recipes to narrow down the best selections for the show. I was the surprise super bowl food delivery person, showing up at my neighbors offering healthy food to eat. In exchange, they provided valuable opinions and feedback; my family weighed in on their preferences, and by the morning of the demo, I had prepped the final three recipes two more times. It was a 5 day food frenzy. After the show, I made the final batch of recipes again to share with my class. The effort was worth it when the students complimented and enjoyed the food. And that’s really the whole pointslow cooker meals can make your cooking experience easy and you end up with healthy food everyone enjoys. The part of this experience that was most meaningful was the combination of sharing ideas, recipes, and slow cookers (I borrowed two from neighbors) and reinforcing those friendships through cooking and sharing food. One of the nice things about using a slow cooker is that you can create a meal that
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fits your family, and find a recipe that leaves little to complain about. Anything you can do to make meal preparation less stressful and meal time together more joyful is worth it. And that’s just what slow cookers can do…they’re workhorses of the kitchen, slow and steady, filling your kitchen with nice aromas and anticipation of a tasty meal. Slow cookers also add convenience because you can prepare larger amounts to portion and freeze for later use on those busy evenings when you are rushed from one activity to another. Not to be overlooked, you can stretch your food spending dollars, too. Slow cooker recipes using a range of flavorful ingredients for the amount of food prepared comes out to a healthy meal for a low price per serving. Slow cookers range in size and shape; you can experiment with small portions or cooking enough food for a small army. You can use the “dump and go” method, where you put all the ingredients in the slow cooker at one time and leave it for hours (overnight or all day while at work) or you can try recipes that require a little more commitment and attention. Right now, slow cookers are trendy, relatively inexpensive as cooking equipment goes, and there are loads of recipe ideas devoted to slow cookers from cookbooks to social media…. any way you look at it, slow cookers help you Go Further with Food!
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ody image in the population of adults ages 65 years and older is a growing topic of interest and concern. Most of the previously conducted studies have focused on children, adolescents, young adults, and middle-aged adults, but not seniors. In the groups studied, a negative body image has been linked with an array of unhealthy physical and mental
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health outcomes. Several studies reported that body image dissatisfaction is a stronger determinant of health than actual body size among adolescents and adults. Negative body images were associated with an increased likelihood of affective, emotive, anxious, and depressive disorders as well as psychological distress.
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References Roy, M., & Payette, H. (2012). The body image construct among Western seniors: A systematic review of the literature. Archives Of Gerontology And Geriatrics, 55(3), 505-521. W. Jansen, P.M. van de Looij-Jansen, E.J. de Wilde, J. Brug (2008). Feeling fat rather than being fat may be associated with psychological well-being in young Dutch adolescents The Journal of Adolescent Health, 42, pp. 128-136. N.H. Faulkner, D. Neumark-Sztainer, M. Story, R.W. Jeffery, T. Beuhring, M.D. Resnick (2001). Social, educational, and psychological correlates of weight status in adolescents Obesity Research, 9, pp. 32-42. P.L. Kaminski, B. Hayslip (2006). Gender differences in body esteem among older adults Journal of Women & Aging, 18, pp. 19-35.
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by Emily Kircher-Morris, MA, MED, LPC Emily is a licensed professional counselor specializing the in the needs of high-ability individuals of all ages at Unlimited Potential Counseling in O'Fallon, MO. She is the president and founder of the Gifted Support Network nonprofit,
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whose mission is to provide information, enrichment, and connection to high-ability learners and their families. She is also the host of a podcast focusing on gifted development through the lifespan called "Mind Matters."
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The National Association for Gifted Children identifies a gifted learner as a student who scores in the top 10% of their same-age peers in an assessment of cognitive ability. But, being labeled as “gifted” as a child definitely carries a stigma. Many people bristle at the term and some parents are hesitant to share that their child has been identified as cognitively gifted because they don’t want to be perceived as egotistical or bragging. Being identified as gifted isn’t a free pass to success. High-ability learners are, in statistical terms, outliers. Their educational and emotional needs can be much different than those of their neurotypical peers. Parents and educators who recognize these needs are better equipped to give these children the support they need to thrive. Their development is asynchronous, they need educational challenge, and social and emotional support that is targeted for their needs. Asynchronous development in gifted individuals refers to the discrepancy in abilities they may have at any time. A child whose chronological age is 7 may have the cognitive ability of a 13-year-old, the emotional regulation skills of a 6-year-old, and the fine motor skills of a 4-year-old. Part of the reason for this discrepancy is attributed to the intensity of awareness and emotion that is associated with cognitive giftedness. Expectations from adults also compound the issue; when a child speaks like a mini-adult, adults expect their behaviors and emotions to match. Educational opportunities must be appropriate for all students and that includes gifted learners. Very often, gifted students find themselves unchallenged in general education classrooms. Educators should ask themselves what they will do when a student has already learned material that is being taught; parents need to become comfortable with being the advocate for their child and requesting modifications in learning material. Most public
school districts in the St. Louis area have a process for identifying high-ability learners for their gifted education programs and parents are always welcome to request information about that process or refer their child to be tested. Extracurricular opportunities for highly motivated learners are also offered through several universities and organizations in the area. The social and emotional needs of the gifted student also need attention to help these students succeed. Perfectionism and underachievement can be cause for concern when they aren’t recognized or addressed. Gifted learners can also be twice-exceptional (2e) learners. The term “twice-exceptional” refers to a person identified as gifted who also carries another diagnosis, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder, Dyslexia, and other mental health or educational diagnoses. Educators and parents should be aware that in 2e learners, their abilities can mask their struggles until such a time that the demands placed on them exceed their ability; their diagnosis can also mask their ability, making a gifted child look like an underachiever. It is important to recognize the special needs associated with this population. Providing appropriate educational opportunities and emotional support will ensure these learners don’t fall through the cracks in the educational system.
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JEWISH
HOLIDAY EXPLAINED
Terms of Passover Passover:
Seder: This is a feast that happens on the
Passover Story Synopsis: The Israelites had
The booklet that tells the order of how to conduct a seder. It has parts for the leader of the seder to read, and parts for the guests to read.
An 8 day festival that remembers the freeing of the Israelites in Ancient Egypt from being slaves of Pharoah. It is celebrated from the 15th- 22nd of the month of Nissan (Hebrew calendar), which corresponds this year, to the evening of March 30th, 2018. It is separated into two parts: the first and last 2 days are full holidays. The middle 4 days are the semi-festive, intermediate days, when you are allowed to work. (The splitting of the holiday days is thought to also commemorate the splitting of the Red Sea.)
been slaves to the Egyptian pharaohs for decades, forced to do hard labor, and all things horrific. G-d sent Moses to Pharaoh with a message, asking Pharaoh to let the Israelites go, so that they could serve G-d. Pharaoh refused to let the Israelites go. G-d then sent 10 devastating plagues, afflicting the ancient Egyptians and destroying everything from people's health to crops to livestock. After each plague, the hope was that the Israelites would be freed, and no more plagues would be needed. However, after each one, Pharaoh refused. Finally, G-d spared the children of the Israelites, but the first borns of the Egyptians were killed. The angel of death “passed over” the homes of the Israelites, giving the name “Passover”. And then Pharaoh finally let them go. Pharaoh's resistance chased the Israelites out, leaving no time for the rising of the bread, that they were going to use for provisions. It is said that more than 600,000 men, women, and children left Egypt on that day and began their journey to Mt Sinai. (Adapted from Chabad.org.)
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first and second nights of Passover. (Some families do both seders, while others opt for only one.) There are many rituals and traditions during the seder that are followed, including telling/ reading the story of Passover, talking about the symbolic importance of what is on the seder plate, eating matzah, eating bitter herbs, drinking wine or grape juice, sitting against pillows, and searching for the afikomen.
Haggadah:
Four Questions: These questions are part of the
seder, often asked by the youngest capable child at the table. They ask, “Why/How is this night different from other nights?”
Chametz: refers to leaven, or rising. It is any food that is made of a grain with water that has been allowed to rise, e.g. bread, cereal, pasta, beer, certain vegetables that swell.
Afikomen:
Half of the middle sheet of matzah that is hidden away during the seder. Children often look forward to searching for the afikomen at the end of the seder. They are sometimes rewarded with a little gift. Then the afikomen is eaten as “dessert”.
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Matzah/Matzoh:
Unleavened bread that is eaten during Passover. It is a symbol of the Exodus from Egypt. There is regular matzah and shmurah matzah. “Shmurah” refers to “guarded”, meaning that the matzah was watched from the time the wheat was harvested to make sure that it never started the leavening process. Regular matzah is still guarded, but not from as early in the process. Regular matzah is watched from when it is taken to the mill, through becoming matzah.
Ten Plagues:
1) Water turned to blood in both the Nile and the streams. Fish died, and everyone was thirsty. 2) Frogs. They were everywhere. 3) Bugs. 4) Wild animals. 5) Pestilence, disease. 6) Boils. 7) Hail. 8) Locusts. 9) Darkness. 10) Death of the first born.
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Parents: do you repeat yourself? Repeat the same lines, again and again? “Brush your teeth!” “Find your shoes!” “Zip your coat!” “Put your dish in the sink!” “It’s time for bed!”
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Repeat the same lines, again and again? “Brush teeth!” “Find shoes!” “Zip coat!” “Dish in sink!” “Bedtime!” The same lines? “Teeth!” “Shoes!” “Coat!” “Dish!” “Bed!” The sparser the grammar, the more urgent the need. Recently I told my daughter she didn’t need a parent. She needed a tape recorder.
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So that’s what I got. After I explained what a tape recorder was. It was not, of course, a real tape recorder, the pushbutton rectangle with its satisfying cassette eject, but an app. Soon enough my daughter was playing with her homemade slime. Are you familiar with the slime trend? Consider yourself yucky. On the other hand, only a few ingredients are toxic. There is no way to end slime time quickly, since it’s tough to smoosh back into its containers, and everything it touches needs scouring, especially your child. So I can’t go through my usual litany of asking, reiterating, coaxing,
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demanding, and, finally, exploding. This called for the tape. I recorded my request—“Time to get ready,” while my wife, who didn’t know I was recording, chimed in, “No more slime!” A minute later, instead of asking again, I hit play: “Time to get ready… No more slime!” That got my daughter’s attention. “From now on I’m recording the things I need to say the most,” I said. “I hate it!” she said. “If you listen the FIRST time, I won’t have to USE it,” I gloated in sing-song. She started packing. I was finally winning.
Soon, I had recordings for every possible occasion, which turned out to be four occasions:
1. “Time to get ready,” with its little coda of
“No more slime!” Always apt, since, I soon discovered, she was always playing with slime when she had to get ready.
2. “No.” As they say in the magazine business, evergreen material.
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Sure enough, my daughter came to me. “Can I ask a question?” I played Option 4: “Just ask the question.”
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But I didn’t realize she had her device with her. She tapped it, and it said, again, in her voice, “Can I ask a question?” My device: “Just ask the question.” Her device: “Can I ask a question?” My device—Option 2: “No.” Her device: “Yes.” The girl had done her homework. We were, in our tiny technological arms race, at a stalemate. I allowed the question, which turned out to be, as usual, about mixing different kinds of cereals. Later, as we said good night, my daughter took her device and tapped it again. It said, “Daddy, I love you.” That was a surprise. “Why did you record ‘I love you’?” I asked. “Because,” she explained, “you said we were recording the things we need to say the most.” We put aside our devices and our differences and hugged as quickly as we could, the only good kind of arms race. My recorder didn’t, it turns out, help me express what I needed to say the most. But my daughter did. We both won. Accidental wins still count.
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“Now seriously,” I, not the device, told her. “Go to bed.” And, after I asked her four or five more times, she did.
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Many people ask how to help. Most families in this position are in shock, and are not easily able to figure out what they immediately need. However, covering basic recurring costs like electricity, food, bills, etc, allow the family to grieve and learn how to move forward without the stress of worrying about money in the darkest time. Please consider contributing to the recovery of this family by sending donations either to: B’nai Amoona, Rabbi Discretionary Fund, attn Smith family, 324 S Mason Rd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141. Or visit the GoFundMe page at: www.gofundme.com/ywzfk-brians-fund Brian loved his family and sailing. One phrase that represents Brian is “Find your wind and ride it.”
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2 Tbsp fresh ginger, peeled & minced 5 Tbsp rice vinegar
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MAR
1 2 3 Saturday
Museum of Transportation
Baby N Me
CRC Rainbow
Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
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.
Open to the entire community, offered once a month for families with young children prior to entering Pre-K. These sessions are designed to create, and enhance, a Jewish home through music, art, stories, play, and group experiences.
3/1 10am-11am Join us for stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 24-36 months. Adult must accompany child.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Ladies' Knight
3/1 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
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
314-569-0048
5020 WATERMAN BLVD, 63108 FREE
Historic Soulard Market
First Fridays at FOX
3/3 7am-5pm
Join us for a new once a month special family event. Every month features a different activity, including music, art, special guests and more.
730 CARROLL STREET, 63104
3/2 10am-11am
JCC FOX BUILDING COMPLEX, 16801 BAXTER RD. FREE
Emilie Brockman,314-442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org
Open Play
3/2 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and Imagination meet! You and your child can play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment JCC FOX BUILDING COMPLEX, 16801 BAXTER RD. FREE
First Friday Shabbat Experience
3/2 5:45pm-9pm Kabbalat Shabbat services and a delicious kosher dinner in a relaxed atmosphere
Seniors
2 year old Story Time
3/3 10am-11:30am
The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
3/3 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
Children's Garden Club
3/3 9am-11am Pollinators and Plants
SHERWOOD'S FOREST NURSERY AND GARDEN CENTER, 2651 BARRETT STATION RD FREE FOR KIDS. (314) 822-9095 OR EMAIL DWOLTER@STLOUISCO.COM.
TRADITIONAL CONGREGATION, 12437 LADUE RD, 63141 VARIES: $0-$18 PER PERSON
Schools & Synagogues
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
3/2 10am-11:30am
Register online or Call (314) 5765230 for more info and to rsvp.
Urban Fort Play Cafe
3/2 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.
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Secular
Friday
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 & UNDER PER CHILD
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3/4 10am-10:45am
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Join us at Temple Emanuel. Each 45 minute Jewishly-themed session includes singing, laughing, moving and art. Join us for this early-years Jewish education with your small ones! (Children 6 months to 3 years with an adult.)
TEMPLE EMANUEL, 12166 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE AND OPEN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School
3/4 10am-12pm
Secular
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
Speed Skating Meet
3/4 8am-2pm Come watch the Final Speedskating meet of the season. Incredibly fast, flying skaters around that rink!
Jewish
KIRKWOOD ICE ARENA, GEYER RD. FREE!!
Sunday Chess Classes 3/4
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
Schools & Synagogues
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.
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
3/4 1pm-4pm Art in Bloom
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ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE
Juice Box JazzAdam Maness
3/4 1:15pm-2:30pm A three-part series that will have the whole family learning and loving what jazz music is all about. $8 PER ADULT. CHILDREN ARE FREE
Register at www.jazzstl.org
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3/5 9:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Lone Elk Park
3/5 7am-10pm Lone Elk Park is a wildlife management area, with bison, wild turkey, waterfowl, elk and deer. Motorcycles are prohibited. Domestic animals are not allowed, even if confined in a vehicle. 1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE
Urban Fort Play Cafe
3/5 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair. 1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
St Louis Zoo
3/5 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Computer Building
3/5 6:30pm-7:30pm Using single-board Raspberry Pi computers, learn basic computer science and programming by building real computers with your very own hands! Presented by Freedom Arts and Education. Ages 10-14. Registration required. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Tuesday
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
3/6 9:15am-10:15am Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old. BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots at United Hebrew
3/6 10am-11:30am This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome. 13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE
Chair Yoga
3/6 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-442-3255.
Museum of Transportation
3/6 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars. 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Butterfly House: Free Admission Mornings
3/6 10am-12pm First Tuesday of every month, for STL City/County Residents, come see this butterfly zoo! (No strollers permitted.) 15193 OLIVE BLVD. 63017 FREE
7 8 9 10 Wednesday
Thursday
Saturday
Friday
Baby N Me
2 year old Story Time
Baby N Me
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.
Join us for stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 24-36 months. Adult must accompany child.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. You are welcome to stay for Shabbat.
3/7 9:30am-10:45am
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
314-569-0048
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
3/7 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
Water Waddlers
3/7 10:30am-12pm Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child. 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7
Curiousity Lab
3/7 4pm-5pm Calling all young scientists! Drop by the Children's Area on the first Wednesday of every month for a fun hands-on science activity. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Wine Down Wednesday
3/7 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
3/8 10am-11am
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Teen Ink
3/8 6pm-6:55pm This monthly workshop offers the chance to share your writing, get feedback from peers, sharpen your skills, and discuss a variety of books and topics. Get ready to use your words! Ages 12-16. SAMUEL C. SACHS BRANCH, 16400 BURKHARDT PL., CHESTERFIELD FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Minecraft
3/8 6pm-7:15pm Ages 8-10. Explore the amazing world of Minecraft with other kids. Players of all skills welcome, no experience necessary.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Ladies' Knight
3/8 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
3/9 10am-11:30am
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS. 314-569-0048
Jewish Spiritual Parenting Discussion
3/10 9:30am-10:30am Kol Rinah is excited to offer a new class for parents, led by Rabbi Jessica Shafrin. Discuss how our prayer tradition can provide us new tools for parenting, and how being a parent can add meaning to our spiritual life. Babysitting offered. 829 N. HANLEY RD, 63130
Temple Emanuel Tot Shabbat
Saturday Morning Cartoon Experience at Saga Toys
An exciting new twice-a-month Friday morning program for tots 6 months to 3 years with a parent or other adult. It'll be a Shabbatthemed class of singing, learning and moving with your little one.
Come enjoy cereal and old school cartoons! Invite all your family and friends for a throwback Saturday Morning Cartoon Experience!!
3/9 10am-10:45am
12166 CONWAY ROAD, 63141 FREE AND OPEN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
Open Play
3/9 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and Imagination meet! You and your child can play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment JCC FOX BUILDING COMPLEX, 16801 BAXTER RD. FREE
Healthy Living for Seniors: 5 Tips to Avoid Fraud
3/9 10am-12:15pm Fraudulent schemes that target seniors. How to identify them, and what to do if it happens to you. Presented by Tim McCurdyGonnerman Reinert Law. SAMUEL C.
SACHS BRANCH, 16400 BURKHARDT PL., CHESTERFIELD REGISTRATION MUST BE RECEIVED AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM. CALL 314-994-3300 OR VISIT WWW.AGINGMISSOURI.ORG.
Music and Movement
3/9 10am-11am Ages 2-6. A lively and noisy time as we explore songs, finger plays, music and more!
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS PREFERRED. CALL 314-994-3300
3/10 9am
7575 S LINDBERGH BLVD, 63125 FREE
Keeper Talks
3/10 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
Cahokia Mounds & Raptor Show
3/10 9am-5pm The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Within the 2,200-acre tract, lie the archaeological remnants of the central section of the ancient settlement. Raptor show starts a 2 pm. 30 RAMEY ST, COLLINSVILLE, IL DONATION ENCOURAGED.
Geo-caching 101
3/10 10am-12:30pm Join members of the St. Louis Geocachers Association (SLAGA) to learn about this fun adventure game. There will be a classroom session, followed by an opportunity to find geocaches in the park with the help of experienced geocachers. You will learn about: Rules of the game, geocache placement, using the geocaching.com website, handheld receivers and travel bugs.
GREENSFELDER RECREATION COMPLEX (IN QUEENY PARK) $6 PER PERSON. ADVANCED RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED. (314) 615-4386.
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Monday
TE Tots
Open Play
Join us at Temple Emanuel. Each 45 minute Jewishly-themed session includes singing, laughing, moving and art. Join us for this early-years Jewish education with your small ones! (Children 6 months to 3 years with an adult.) TEMPLE EMANUEL,
Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under.
3/13 9:15am-10:15am
Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School
Crochet for a Cause
3/12 10am-11:30am
Temple Tots at United Hebrew
Calling all crocheters! Join us to crochet artificial bird nests for The Wild Bird Rehabilitation center. Yarn and pattern provided. Knowledge of basic stitches required. Bring your own hook.
This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome.
Seniors
3/11 10am-10:45am
12166 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE AND OPEN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
3/11 10am-12pm
Secular
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 3/11
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
Jewish
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.
Winter Lecture: Copper Working
3/11 2pm-3pm
Schools & Synagogues
In this presentation, Kathleen Ehrhardt, Ph.D. focuses on how native copper was used by the Old Copper Complex, Havana and Scioto Hopewell, Mississippian cultures. She will examine the objects, technologies, and uses of copper, how archaeologists source the copper, and understanding how and in what contexts it was used. 30 RAMEY ST, COLLINSVILLE, IL FREE
CALENDAR
Temple Israel’s 11th Annual Israeli Film Festival
3/11 3:30pm-8:30pm Enjoy two Israeli films and Israeli-style refreshments during intermission. The Women’s Balcony is suitable for middle school and above. Past Life is suitable for high school and above. CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DRIVE $5 SUGGESTED DONATION.
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3/12 9:30am-11:30am
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE.
Tuesday
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old. BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314576-3688.
3/13 10am-11:30am
13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE
Urban Fort Play Cafe
Get to Know EHA Middle School
Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.
As students enter middle school at EHA, their journey becomes more focused, more rigorous and more empowering! They are given and voice, choice and opportunities to make a difference in the school and our community. Join us for an informative evening and learn all about the EHA Middle School.
Gifted Support Network
Chair Yoga
Parent Support Group
NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J. JCC STAENBERG
3/12 9am-4pm
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
3/12 6:30pm-7:45pm COMMUNITY COMMONS @ SPENCER ROAD LIBRARY, 427 SPENCER ROAD, ST. PETERS, 63376 REGISTER AT WWW. GIFTEDSUPPORTNETWORK. ORG.
3/13 7:30pm-8:30pm
CALL FOR DETAILS RSVP AND INFO: EFREUND@EHA. ORG OR 314-994-7856
3/13 11am-12pm COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-4423255.
Storytelling at the Museum 3/13 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
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Baby N Me
Museum of Transportation
Baby N Me
3/15 9am-4pm
3/16 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.
Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
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.
3/14 9:30am-10:45am
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
314-569-0048
Water Waddlers
3/14 9:30am-10:30am Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child. 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7
Love Your Selfie
3/14 6:30pm-7:30pm Ages 12-18. Use a green screen and selphy printer to create one-of-akind art featuring you. Part of Teen Tech Month. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wine Down Wednesday
3/14 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
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
2 year old Story Time
3/15 10am-11am Join us for stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 24-36 months. Adult must accompany child.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Urban Fort Play Cafe
3/15 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair. 1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
Ladies' Knight
3/15 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
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
314-569-0048
3/16 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and Imagination meet! You and your child can play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment JCC FOX BUILDING COMPLEX, 16801 BAXTER RD. FREE
Tater Tot Shabbat
3/16 5:30pm-7pm Please join us at Shaare Emeth for our monthly Early Childhood events! All our programs are geared toward preschool-aged children. CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD. FREE
Water Waddlers
3/16 9:30am-10:30am Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child. 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
Join professionals in the aging field for a training led by Dan Stewart from SAGE of PROMO Fund. Space is limited.
60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County.
PLEASE RSVP TO SARAH LEVINSON AT SLEVINSON@ JFEDSTL.ORG OR 314-442-3859
3/17 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 Zoo
3/17 9am-5pm
Open Play
LGBT Aging Cultural Competency Training
3/14 2pm-5pm
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Keeper Talks
3/17 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
Curious About Your eastern European Heritage?
3/17 1pm-2pm Rabbi Elizabeth Hersh will help frame the associations between your Eastern European roots and Judaism. This may be of particular interest for those who have already explored their family backgrounds through Ancestry.com., 23 and Me, or other genetic testing services. Come share your personal stories! KALDI'S COFFEEHOUSE, 17211 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT RD. FREE
3/16 10am-4pm
15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.
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Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School
3/18 10am-12pm
Seniors
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
Lone Elk Park
3/18 7:30am-10pm Lone Elk Park is a wildlife management area, with bison, wild turkey, waterfowl, elk and deer. Motorcycles are prohibited. Domestic animals are not allowed, even if confined in a vehicle.
Secular
1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE
Museum of Transportation
3/18 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Sunday Chess Classes 3/18
starting from 1 pm
Jewish
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.
Monday
Open Play
3/19 9:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Urban Fort Play Cafe
3/19 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair. 1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
St Louis Zoo
3/19 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Wildlife: Busch Trading Post
3/19 10am-11:30am
Schools & Synagogues
Ages 10 and younger. Be a great fur trader at the Busch Trading Post! Capture “furbearers”, barter with the post staff, and learn about why trapping is important to Missouri.
AUGUS A BUSCH CONSERVAION AREA FREE, BUT REGISTER BY 2/16.
Tuesday
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
3/20 9:15am-10:15am Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots at United Hebrew
3/20 10am-11:30am This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome. 13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE
Chair Yoga
3/20 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J. RSVP to Laura at 314442-3255 ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY:
HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Tuesday Tails
3/20 10:30am-11am Come for story time. No reservations are necessary, and all are welcome to attend class. Stories will be appropriate for children ages 2-5 years. 1705 S. HANLEY ROAD, ST.
LOUIS, MO 63144 FREE
Budding Artists
3/20 1pm-2pm Ages 3- 6. A preschool art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product.
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American Girl Book Club
3/20 6pm-7pm Ages 8-12. Come share your love of all things American Girl! We’ll discuss the book, have crafts and activities and eat a snack. Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation desk. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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3/21 9:30am-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
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
3/21 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
Water Waddlers
3/21 9:30am-10:30am Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child.
Thursday
2 yr old story time
Baby N Me
Join us for stories, songs and play time to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 24-36 months. Adult must accompany child.
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.
3/22 10am-11am
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
3/22 10am-4pm 60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County.
15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.
Teen Advisory Group
3/22 7pm-8pm Ages 12-18. Your library, the way you want it. Join TAG to share ideas, meet friends, and make the library your own while earning volunteer hours! Snacks provided. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7
Ladies' Knight
Ready Readers' Science Story Time
Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
3/21 10:15am-11am Presenting an interactive reading of a science themed story, and then a related hands-on activity. Each week a different book is read. ST LOUIS SCIENCE CENTER, 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Wine Down Wednesday
3/21 6pm
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3/22 6:30pm-7:30pm
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
3/23 10am-11:30am
SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.
314-569-0048
Temple Emanuel Tot Shabbat
3/23 10am-10:45am An exciting new twice-a-month Friday morning program for tots 6 months to 3 years with a parent or other adult. It'll be a Shabbat-themed class of singing, learning and moving with your little one.
Jewish Spiritual Parenting Discussion
3/24 9:30am-10:30am Kol Rinah is excited to offer a new class for parents, led by Rabbi Jessica Shafrin. Discuss how our prayer tradition can provide us new tools for parenting, and how being a parent can add meaning to our spiritual life. Babysitting offered. 829 N. HANLEY RD, 63130
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
3/24 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
12166 CONWAY ROAD, 63141 FREE AND OPEN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
Urban Fort Play Cafe
Open Play
Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.
3/23 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and Imagination meet! You and your child can play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment JCC FOX BUILDING COMPLEX, 16801 BAXTER RD. FREE
Historic Soulard Market
3/23 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
St Louis Science Center
3/23 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science.
3/24 9am-4pm
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
Annual Egg Hunt for Dogs
3/24 1pm-3pm Come stroll the property, get your dogs nails trimmed, chat with a dog behaviorist, and pick up free samples. All proceeds go to the APA and STL County Adoption Centers MILLENIUM PARK, 2 BARNES WEST DRIVE $5 PER DOG.
5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
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
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Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School
3/25 10am-12pm
Seniors
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
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum and Opening of Sunken Cities: Egypt's Lost Worlds
3/25 10am-5pm
Secular
Th Art of the Story. You're invited to the Museum every Sunday afternoon for hands-on art activities and a lively 30-minute family tour through the Galleries. Special exhibit has a fee. ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, PRICES VARY BY AGE FOR SUNKEN CITIES
Sunday Chess Classes 3/25
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
Jewish
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.
PJ Library/Brodsky Library/Rick Recht Concert 3/25 10am-11:30am Come celebrate with PJ Library, Brodsky Library and Rick Recht.
Schools & Synagogues
JCC, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR. 63146 FREE
Monday
Open Play
3/26 9:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Urban Fort Play Cafe
3/26 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.
Tuesday
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
3/27 9:15am-10:15am Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old. BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@ BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-5763688.
Temple Tots at United Hebrew
3/27 10am-11:30am This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome. 13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
Chair Yoga
St Louis Zoo
NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J
3/26 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Lap Time
3/26 9:30am-10:30am Join us for stories, songs and play time to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 0-36 months. Adult must accompany child. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE
3/27 11am-12pm JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-442-3255.
Tuesday Tails
3/27 10:30am-11am Come for story time. No reservations are necessary, and all are welcome to attend class. Stories will be appropriate for children ages 2-5 years. 1705 S. HANLEY ROAD,
ST. LOUIS, MO 63144 FREE
First Art
3/27 10am-11am Ages 18- 36 months. A toddler art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to be messy.
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Bring Your Own: Smartphone Calling and Texting
Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.
Explore the basic features of your iPhone or Android phone; including calling, texting, and voice mail. Devices will not be provided.
3/28 8am-12pm
MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110
Cahokia Mounds
3/28 9am-5pm The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Within the 2,200-acre tract, lie the archaeological remnants of the central section of the ancient settlement. 30 RAMEY ST, COLLINSVILLE, IL DONATION ENCOURAGED.
Water Waddlers
3/28 9:30am-10:30am Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child. 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7
Wine Down Wednesday
3/28 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
3/29 9:30am-11:30am
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
2 yr old story time
3/29 10am-11am Join us for stories, songs and play time to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 24-36 months. Adult must accompany child. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
3/29 10am-4pm 60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County. 15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.
Teen Advisory Group
3/29 7pm-8pm Ages 12-18. Your library, the way you want it. Join TAG to share ideas, meet friends, and make the library your own while earning volunteer hours! Snacks provided. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Ladies' Knight
3/29 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
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Open Play
3/30 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and Imagination meet! You and your child can play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment JCC FOX BUILDING COMPLEX, 16801 BAXTER RD. FREE
Historic Soulard Market
3/30 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
St Louis Science Center
3/30 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
3/31 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
Urban Fort Play Cafe
3/31 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 & UNDER PER CHILD
Keeper Talks
Water Waddlers
3/31 9am-10am
Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child.
WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
3/30 9:30am-10:30am
1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7
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.
10th Annual Shabbat St Louis
3/31 10am-1pm New and enhanced music will highlight “When You Believe,” the 10th anniversary edition of Shabbat St. Louis, a community Shabbat of Passover worship service.
CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DRIVE FREE
Breaking Free: A 21st Century Seder with Rick Recht
3/31 5:30pm-6:30pm oin us for an evening of music and creativity as we reimagine the story and symbols of Passover. This experience is appropriate for all ages and will feature special opportunities for young children. CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD $25 PER MEMBER ADULT, $30 PER NON-MEMBER ADULT
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New listing for March Listed in February Turning 1 year old!
(314) 376-4235 1854 Russell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63104 www.urbanfortcafe.com urbanfortstl
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Anya's Apothekere A luxury lifestyle brand made with the finest natural and organic ingredients to enhance one's mind, body and spirit. anya@anyasapothekere anyasapothekere anyasapothekere.com
Haimann Family Counseling Specializing in providing social, emotional, and behavioral support for children, adolescents, and their families.
Eyal's Bread Learn the secrets of creating Sourdough bread at home! I'm offering hands-on Sourdough bread baking workshops which I'll be sharing everything you need to know about Artisan Sourdough bread baking and maintaining your very own Sourdough. Eyal Ben Avraham 314-556-7006 eyalsbread
Rise Martial Arts We offer an amazing Taekwondo program for ages 4 to adult. Our core programs will provide life skills that will last you a lifetime! Renee Dudding risemastl@gmail.com 636-226-6599 risemastl
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At St. Louis Dancewear you will discover beautiful dance basics, a variety of dance shoes, and modern dance fashion plus a selection of unique gifts. We carry Gaynor Minden, Russian Pointe, and Wear Moi Omega pointe shoes - please call to schedule a fitting. Drop off gently used dancewear, shoes, or costumes for Traveling Tutus and EM's Spotlight. Follow us on social media for upcoming sales and promotions
moveinstyle@stlouisdancewear.com 314-733-5678 9644 Olive Blvd., Olivette, MO 63132 @stldancewear www.stlouisdancewear.com
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A tranquil place to relax mind & body. Float for 60 minutes in 200 gallons of water mixed with 850 pounds of medical-grade Epsom salt. Buoyant Spa’s clean pods are the only pods in the market that empty out in-between each floater.
Sarah Haimann, MSW, LCSW haimann.counseling@gmail.com 314-266-9828 8008 Carondelet Ave., Suite 104, Clayton 63105
St Louis Dancewear
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Compass Academics Specializing in guiding students through all phases of higher education planning, our consultants assist with high school curriculum planning, college selection, college application assistance, scholarship searches, college visit planning, test prep advice, and tutoring. The path to higher education can be a winding road. Without a solid sense of direction, many students end up taking expensive detours. With over 25 years of experience in higher education, our team is dedicated to helping you navigate the road ahead. Visit our website to schedule your free consultation.
For Little's and their Grown-ups. Urban Fort is a coffeehouse with 1200 sq ft of play space for kiddos aged 0-7. We provide the perfect place for parents to relax with a friend or a good book while their kids are fully entertained by a custom built train table, play fort, pretend farmer's market, dress up area, & much more!!
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8944 St. Charles Rock Road, 3rd Floor info@northwestchamber.com http://www.northwestchamber.com/
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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!
Bouyant Float Spa
(314) 720-8557, (636) 552-4140 9603 Manchester Road, 63119 and 703 Long Rd Crossing Dr, 63005 www.buoyantspa.com
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Dr.Amy@wholefoodismedicine.com 314-852-3626 www.wholefoodismedicine.com
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We aim to transform individuals into their healthiest self through a whole food first approach to eating combined with healthy lifestyle behavior changes. Owned by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Dr. Amy Knoblock-Hahn, we recognize your first wealth is your health and your second wealth is your time. We offer real time virtual appointments and e-consults for weight loss and weight management, prediabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol, and general health, wellness, and disease prevention.
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Young start-ups help our community’s economy. Look here monthly to see what is new!
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Flamenco Flowers & Sweets Outstanding floral designs and gourmet sweets for every occasion, including weddings, anniversaries and holidays. We design gift baskets large and small to create one-of-a-kind gifts. Flamencoflowers@gmail.com 314-456-6027 FlamencoFlowersSweets
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Introducing advanced techniques early to children, laying the foundation in Robotics, Cyber securities, Biometrics, 3D printing. Kids can then creatively think of better and cooler solutions and gain a competitive advantage for tomorrow.
The Needlepoint Clubhouse
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Under new ownership, come check out what you can do! (Including talit bags and kippot.) We are your one stop needlepoint shop specializing in the best selection of threads, beads, books, classes, workshops, notions and canvas. 314-432-2555 717 N. New Ballas Rd, 63141 www.needlepointclubhouse.com The Needlepoint Clubhouse
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Powerful Chess, LLC
314-266-9083 3711 Mueller Rd, St. Charles, MO 63301 www.BetterOfficeFurniture.com Better Office Furniture
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We provide affordable, high quality office furniture to small through large businesses. We even have a free, space planning service.
We are dedicated to educating and empowering clients, like you, to confidently choose the insurance coverage that best protects your family, assets, and finances. In addition to providing a personalized approach to your insurance needs, we pride ourselves on consistently delivering a pleasant and efficient client experience.
St. Louis' newest indoor entertainment venue. Join us for high-performance karting, an elevated ropes course challenge, threelevel laser tag and massive arcade gaming. Suitable for large and small groups of multiple generations. Trackside Tavern available for guests 21 and older. 314-439-8008 13901 Manchester Road, 63011 www.ampupactionpark.com
At Cruze Delivery, we deliver food for restaurants that you wish offered delivery!
Congratulations successful sprouts celebrating 1 year in business!
Jasper Insurance Agency
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Cruze Delivery
Tyler Kaelin facebook: cruzedelivery www.cruzedelivery.com/
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CycleBar Creve Coeur This Premium Indoor Cycling Studio is a rock concert on a bike! We have the best instructors in the city that motivate you to take fitness to the next level! We provide shoes, water bottles, and shower facilities so all you have to do is come for a good time!
Paul.Schapp@CycleBar.com 11625 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, 63141 CreveCoeur.CycleBar.com
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Better Office Furniture
NOW OPEN- An affiliate of the most trusted recording studio in St. Louis, Shock City Studios! Our unique and classic music school is located within Shock City Studios, which offers a one of a kind music lesson experience. We offer private guitar, piano, and voice lessons for all ages and abilities and Mommy & Me classes for children 3 months - 3 years. Shock City School of Music also offers performance training, studio training, and recording.
ajasper@farmersagent.com 314-403-1744 https://agents.farmers.com/ajasper ajasperfarmersagent
No time to prepare healthy meals?! No worries! Salads to Your Door provides you with a weekly delivery of 5 "full meal gourmet salads" straight to your door. Perfect to take to eat on the go or at home and conveniently priced, each salad provides you with a healthy balance of veggies, proteins, healthy fats to help you stay healthy, feel energized and lose weight. Chanala Rubenfeld chanalar@gmail.com www.salads2yourdoor.com busy and healthy moms
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Exclusive private and group chess lessons online and in person, by a chess International Master and certified professional chess coach. As a national champion with over 25+ years of experience, I offer innovative training methods, in a powerful program that fits all ages and levels. Vitaly Neimer info@powerfulchess.com www.PowerfulChess.com PowerfulChess
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Shock City School of Music
Genny Lobonc Billhartz, music director gen@shockcityschool.com 314-750-9395 www.shockcityschool.com shockcityschool
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Salads to Your Door
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iris@thepetnannystlouis.com 314.495.3017 www.ThePetNannyStLouis.com ThePetNannyStLouis
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suparba@tymemachine.org 314-677-8816 14137 Clayton Road, Town and Country, MO 63017 www.tymemachine.org
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The Pet Nanny St. Louis is a concierge pet care service providing dog walking, pet sitting, drop-ins and overnights. Bonded and insured, their slogan is When You're Away, I Will Stay!
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The Pet Nanny, St Louis
Turn The Page St. Louis We help businesses grow through our online marketing firm. We specialize in website development, search engine optimization, social media, paid search & video production. Turn The Page is a Google premier partner, which means it provides freaky results to its clients.
Beth Hammock, Managing Director beth@turnthepage-onlinemarketing.com 314-896-1989 2 Cityplace Drive, Suite 200-64, St. Louis, MO 63141 turnthepagestlouis.com
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Operation Cooperation unites diverse students as one community. Jewish, Muslim, Catholic, and Protestant schools have bridged divides in St. Louis learning that we either all lose together or all win together based on our ability to cooperate as one community. In Operation Cooperation leagues, each school in the league takes a turn hosting the other schools, bringing diverse communities together. Operation Cooperation scores one schools’ ability to overcome challenges and unite with another. Since 1995 EnTeam Organization has helped different groups in educational and corporate settings measure and improve their ability to cooperate.
EnTeam is an educational not-for-profit 501c3 organization. Our goal is to increase productivity and peace by giving every child a balanced experience in winning both ways: win-win and win-lose. You can build bridges across communities by bringing Operation Cooperation to your child’s school, bringing EnTeam to your business, or by supporting financially. https://www.enteam.org/donate/ www.EnTeam.org
T: 314.814.2000
enteam@enteam.org
Organizations have relied on EnTeam’s collaborative process to increase productivity, profits, and employee engagement since 1995.