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Our October Cover Kid is Greyson. St. Louis Jewish Parents Magazine features St. Louis kids on our cover every issue. Photo by Spoonful of Sugar Photography.

Babyproofing Tips and Tools Everything’s a Problem! Yes Please Finding a Hobby

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Better Parenting Through Technology! 36

Giving Back Is Where It’s At

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NEWS & BOOKS

Advice!

COOKING CORNER 8

Mom’s Noodle Kugel (sweet) OOPS!

By Patrick Unterreiner

JUST FOR FUN

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I Am Not an Open Purse!

OCTOBER CALENDAR 44 Jewish, Secular, Seniors, Tween/Teen & School/Synagogue Events

By Stephanie M. Morris, MD

GRANDPARENT GAB

By Jennifer Baer, MSW

One of the Most Common Diseases ...You’ve Never Heard Of VOICE OF GENERATION J

“BABY” BUSINESSES

Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah

NUTRITION NUGGETS

FROM THE DOCTOR

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HAPPENING IN OCTOBER

JEWISH HOLIDAY EXPLAINED

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KATHY MORA, Ph.D., R.D.

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Brutally Honest I am sitting here in a hot, humid lobby of a run-down hotel. The doors to the outside are broken and are propped open so as not to be a fire hazard. Whatever air conditioning there is, is going out those doors. Due to storms, a glitch with my hotel reservation, a time difference of an hour later, a sore throat, and an otherwise late start, I did not go to sleep until midnightneither did my chess-playing son.

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 PostDoctoral Fellowship in Language Acquisition from Haskins Laboratory/ Yale University, and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neuroimaging from Washington University.

We are here, as are many of today’s parents, for a sports event which will take up the entire weekend, be it basketball, soccer, chess, or countless others. He is 2 hours into his first chess game. I have no idea how he is doing, but I go through every scenario in my head. I can’t help it. I am coming up with excuses for why he might lose. (There are real reasons, but it doesn’t matter.) There really is no excuse needed. He is a 13-year-old child with much to learn. He has to learn more about the game of chess. He has to learn more about the art of competition. He has to have more experience playing in the environment of the unpleasant weather conditions, screaming people, a convention with people dressed as animals who are grooming each other, and countless other life lessons. The road to the top is not a straight one, neither is it all uphill. The pressure we put on ourselves as parents, and even on the children is insane. I was talking with another parent about the pressure, and why we feel it. After considering many options, we decided that perhaps it is the cost of the lessons, the cost of the travel, and the investment of time by the whole family that leads to the over-involvement of the parents, and the pressure on everybody. With this much invested, there is a focus on produced results in the shortest period of time. How do we temper this pressure, which ultimately leads to the lack of enjoyment of that endeavor? I am not sure I know the answer. Perhaps it is by keeping a poker face and truly not thinking about the result of each game. Perhaps we look towards the end of the season and see if there is progress. Perhaps we figure out what other lessons there are to learn from the sport. If I have to be brutally honest, this aspect of parenting is not fun for the child or the parent!

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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE

Commit! by Patrick Unterreiner I wake up three times a week at 4:00am, two hours before anyone else in the house has even moved. After waking up at this ridiculously early time for a high school boy, I must proceed to drive myself twenty minutes to swim practice. Once at swim practice, I then attempt to break my body down for an hour and a half, knowing full well that a day of soreness lies ahead. I know that I will be swimming for a two-hour block later in the day and that I am going to be spending eight hours at school and then possibly two to three more hours doing homework at home. But I do it all because I love the sport and am committed to it. [continued pg 10]

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[Voice of Generation J, Cont. from pg 9]

“Succeeding never ever comes without giving something else in return, whether that be time, focus, or pain.”

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our years ago, before I started high school I didn’t want to commit to anything. I thought that everything that I was asked to do required too much work. This took the joy out of anything that I was doing. When I got to high school I decided that if I was going to be forced to swim, I might as well try to be good at it. This is what made me start relishing the opportunity of being at the pool every day rather than dreading going to it. I saw each practice as an opportunity to improve, instead of two hours I would spend mindlessly swimming up and down the pool. As I sought to improve, my mindset of the sport changed. In my freshman year, I never would have imagined where I am now with the sport. Waking up at 4:00am was something I would only do if it meant a plane ride to some exotic location, never for some hour and a half long swim practice that I would detest. This all changed at the end of freshman year when I saw that I could succeed and actually made the conscious decision

to switch to a team that forced me to wake up early to swim. Most people would deem this an insane decision, but for me, it has helped create my identity as a person. It has instilled a work ethic in me and has shown me that some difficulty and pain is not a bad thing. Pain and difficulty, can instead be something necessary for growth as a person. Succeeding never ever comes without giving something else in return, whether that be time, focus, or pain. My coach likes to tell my team any day we are not performing to either his expectations or our expectations, that this is not the hardest thing that we will do in our lives. And he’s right; at the moment it may seem like what we're doing is incredibly difficult and feels to us as torture, but it is not even close to the hardest thing we will ever do- especially since my friends are there and working beside me. Though it may be difficult, it will prepare us for more difficult things to come, by instilling discipline through effort.

I think that committing to something that I am passionate about is very important as a teenager. It shows that I can set priorities, and it shows other people that I am a competitive person who wants to be better than others. I love competition, as it validates my efforts and proves that I am better than those around me, either in my resolve or ability. I think that one should always strive to be the best they can be in what they do because that is how you achieve success with anything. So sometimes I come off as a little too competitive, but in this world, you must be competitive in order to succeed.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

BABY

BABYPROOFING TIPS AND TOOLS Never thought you would say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I miss the baby-baby time, when I did not sleep enough, and I had to carry the baby everywhere.â&#x20AC;?? Well, now that your curious baby is mobile, and into everything, comes a whole new set of worries and checklists.

Front doorway:

ccidental injuries in the home and yard comprise a lot of what pediatricians and emergency room doctors see on a daily basis. Many of these injuries can be avoided by vigilance and going through the home to see what could be dangerous. Here is a partial list of common household tips and tools for keeping a young child safer:

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Keep shoes secure from young children. Laces, buttons, and dirt from the outside can all be strangulation, choking, and poison hazards.

Kitchen:

(Best to be VERY vigilant if baby/child is unrestrained in this room!) Gates separating the kitchen from the rest of the house can give you some comfort to know that the child is contained. However, it is what is in the kitchen that makes this room one of the most dangerous.

Cleaning supplies need to be locked away. There are several different types of â&#x20AC;&#x153;locksâ&#x20AC;? including magnetic ones, tie ones, clasp ones, and more. There is a good lock for every type of cabinet, but not one type works best on all cabinets. You will have to find the right one for you. Stove top and oven. These both are dangerous because they get hot and can cause serious burns. There are knob covers for the stove top, but very few locks for the oven, especially a lower oven of a dual oven set.

Cords from blinds need to be made out of reach. L- brackets are your best friends! Anything that could be used to pull up on, that is next to a wall, should be L-bracketed to such wall. TV stands, bookcases, etc, are all heavy, and can topple onto a child who is pulling on them to help him/herself stand up (or climb.) Less talked about, but still vitally important: check for chipping paint, splintering wood, loose wallpaper, staples in carpets, etc., that could be put into a mouth, or played with.

Pots and pans and tupperware. These can be a lot of fun for young children to play with, but opening drawers to get them out can cause fingers to be caught, and the actual containers can get stuck on various body parts.

Watch out for jewelry, small objects, liquids like perfume or oils,

Stairs:

Put away diaper cream, cleaning supplies, and small objects that can fit through a toilet paper roll.

Gates, at both top and bottom!

Bedrooms:

L-bracket everything you can.

Steady railings.

Toy boxes often have dangerous lids.

Close supervision.

Living Room:

(Great idea to get on your knees and see what is within range at eye level) Electric sockets need to be covered.

References:

Sharp items need to be put away, e.g. tools for a fireplace.

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The mathematician, Pythagoras, thought that 10 was a special number because 1+2+3+4= 10. (10 is also the sum of the factorials: 0!+ 1! + 2! +3!) The word “decimate” is commonly used as a synonym for the word “destroy”, but it actually means “to reduce by 1/10th.” Our everyday math system is a Base-10 system. The decimal system uses 10 as its base number. October is the 10th month of the year in the Gregorian, or civil, calendar.

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Everything’s a Problem! Scenario: You are driving your 9-year-old to school. The first 3 lights are green, and you are coming up on another one. He says loudly and out of the blue, “From now on, if we have all green lights, I get a dime. If we have only 1 red light, I get a nickel, and if we have all red lights, I will give you a penny. What is the most amount of money I can win in a week?”

Wait, what? Why should he be paid anything in this situation? Is this for real? I am driving. I can’t pay attention to this right now!

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esearchers find that children enjoy creating problems to solve. Some of these problems are math, some are social, and some are behavioral. It is one of the ways that children can test limits, and an early way of challenging authority. Parents often have a range of ways to handle these situations but can typically choose from only 2 when they are otherwise busy or stressed: either to answer the question, or say, “Not now.” However, if you create a strategy in advance for when a problem arises in any of the following contexts, it is a lot easier to handle the situation without losing your patience. For example:

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your child says something hurtful, e.g. “I don’t like you!” Having a toolbox of words, actions, and facial expressions ready to use, can often help, and quickly.

Encourage your child to find and put a dime in a jar every week. (It is not always easy to find money on the streets, or anywhere else.) Encourage your child to put a dime in a jar every day. (They can “earn” that dime, if you prefer.)

This game can be done based on social experiences your child is having, and/or those that you both witness.

% These are often the hardest to deal with, especially when

# Even in full meltdown, look at your child and say, “I can

see that you are having a hard time right now. Would you like a hug?”

Follow up with “Why not?” or “Great, now can you think of reasons why we should NOT do as you suggest?”

Temper-tantrums, attention-seeking, and other behavioral problems:

Using math to teach: value of money, distance, solving puzzles, etc.:

Start with “why” and keep going until you get to a place where you can give an answer that will help you teach your child what you want him/her to begin understanding.

At the end of each week, write on a chart how many dimes have been accumulated, and what can be bought for that amount. When you are home together, you can create a game of asking each other different math problems. This is a great way to have quality time.

Create social scenarios. Ask WHY, the social situation is the case, and then role play through:

After hurtful words, a good response is, “You may feel strongly right now, but know that I love you, and always will. Would you like to go to another room to cool off? I will still be here for you.”

It is difficult to balance our lives with the needs and demands of our children, but it is important to set, and firmly reinforce boundaries and limits. It is crucial to give children the tools they need to both solve AND create problems!

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OUR RABBI “A rabbi walks into a bar.” This introduction would not be uncommon to a dynamic sermon delivered on Shabbat or Holy Day (Yontiff) morning services heard in St. Louis. By the end of the sermon, you have laughed, you have cried, and you have been given an inspirational message to last you to the next week’s sermon, and beyond. The messages tie in Jewish history and verses from the Torah and make them relevant to our times. Since 2011, newcomers have been greeted with a smile, a handshake, and the familiar words “Hi, I’m Menachem Tendler; welcome to U.City Shul.”

BACKGROUND - In 1923, Chesed Shel Emet was founded. In 1960, the building located at 700 North & South Road was purchased. In 1996, the name of the synagogue changed to "Sha'arei Chesed Shul." Since 2010, Shaa'arei Chesed Shul has been known as "U.City Shul."

U.City Shul’s religious leader, Rabbi Menachem Tendler, is genuine, warm, and energetic. By combining his expansive knowledge and breadth of Jewish laws, customs, history, and traditions, he draws in a large number of Jews from the St. Louis area. Rabbi Tender, his wife Zelda, and their seven children live in University City.

- At U.City Shul, no one is labeled as Orthodox, Conservative, or Reform. It is recognized that each person is on a different part of the path to connecting with HaShem, and U.City Shul can be seen as any Jewish person’s spiritual home in our community. - Currently, there are over 120 families who are either full or associate members of U.City Shul.

“The reason we came here in the first place was to help strengthen the community, offer classes and make people more knowledgeable about Torah for those who are interested." - Rabbi Tendler

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OUR MISSION Our mission is to create a warm and caring community, offering our congregants the means to achieve the next spiritual level fostering individual and personal growth while maintaining Jewish values.

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OUR PROGRAMS One of the great qualities of U.City Shul is the interest in drawing together Jews from diverse backgrounds, and with different levels of observance, with multiple programs:

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While the main service is being conducted in the Sanctuary, a learner’s service is being given in the Beit Midrash for families. There is also a Shabbos Kids Program. Summer camp. The boys’ summer camp is called “Camp M.V.P.” which stands for Mensch, Values and Play hard. At Camp MVP, the morning begins with 45 minutes of Jewish education that is followed by sports or field trips for the rest of the day.

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U.City Shul offers weekly classes including Talmud classes, and lectures Free Bar Mitzvah lessons are offered to those of all observance levels. The child is matched with a teacher who teaches the student on the student’s level of Hebrew and Judaic knowledge. Bi-weekly lunch and learn for women. The events during Purim and Chanukah have featured moon bounces and a carnival atmosphere that set the stage for fun and develop into lifelong friendships and memories.

U.City Shul’s President is Richard Senturia 700 North & South Road in University City, one block north of Delmar.

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FAMILY FRIENDLY FOCUS At U.City Shul, children are not only welcome, but encouraged to be at services. On this past Rosh HaShanah, seventy children under the age of ten years old were in attendance. On any given Shabbat or Yontiff, over 45 children will be in attendance, some of whom will lead the ending prayers or open the Holy Ark. U.City Shul will experience the upcoming Simchat Torah in a lively, inclusive, and joyous environment on Monday night, October 1 and Tuesday morning, October 2. Octogenarians and children alike enjoy the singing, dancing, and fun of finishing (and beginning) the annual reading of the Torah. It is yet another time when individuals, families, and the entire community come together at U.City Shul.

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Yes Please Have you ever wondered about the origins of “Please” and “Thank you?” Do they still mean the same thing today? If we want our children, especially our tweens to use them, shouldn’t we model this ourselves? Shouldn’t we want to see these words used more in our environment, like in the grocery store — on the keypad when it asks you questions such as, “Would you like cash back?” Currently, the choices of response are “Yes” or “No”, but couldn’t it be just as easy for the responses to be “Yes, please” and “No, thank you?”

Brief History:

The anthropologist, David Graeber, has done much research on the use of “please” and “thank you”. He has found that across old Europe, “please” in many languages came from “if you please”, but it was really just a polite way of issuing an order. For example, “Pass the potatoes please”, is really a command. Still other instances of “please” also show the hierarchy of superior to commoner.

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Graeber has found something very similar to “please”, with “Thank you”, which is derived from “think”, and had the meaning of “I will think of what you’ve done for me and will be in your debt.” In other languages, it translates directly into “much obliged.” This also, is not exactly how we mean it, or want it meant, in current times. Graeber’s investigation of “please” and “thank you” has found that the practice of using these terms first began in the 16th and 17th centuries, with the Commercial

Revolution. The middle class was opening shops, offices, and bureaus, with daily interactions between worker and customer. It has been over the past 500 years that using “please” and “thank you” has evolved to show not commerce and debt, but instead politeness and respect.

Today:

From the mid 1700’s until today, “manners” have been separated from conventional and religious morality, and used to show social class, acceptance, and good upbringing. Parents of children from young ages onward tell children that these are “magic words”. Often, parents will not do what they are asked unless the child says these words. Thank you cards, notes, and emails have become the social norm as well. People who give gifts look forward to receiving the acknowledgement and appreciation of their contributions. They often remember when a thank you card is not received. Why focus on please and thank you in the year 2000+? Many etiquette teachers suggest that the focus on good manners is important in today’s digital age because it slows people down and helps them to remember the human aspect of social interaction. Several researchers are investigating the connection between good manners and empathy, pro-social behaviors, and Emotional-Intelligence Quotient (E.Q.) Does it really matter if your child says the “magic words”? That is up to you, but if so, you would not be alone. You would be joining the current movement that strives to promote “good”, in part through the key phrases, e.g. they are even on popsicle sticks!

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JENNIFER BAER, MSW Jennifer Baer 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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I’m probably dating myself, but I remember those Dear Abby columns that used to be in newspapers. For those of you who don’t know what I’m talking about, Dear Abby was an advice column that started in the 1950’s and continues to this day, written I think by the original Dear Abby’s daughter. Today when people post online and ask for advice, it’s called crowdsourcing. Regardless of what you call it, I am in a predicament and would love to get some input about what to do. We recently sold our house and moved into a condo, and we love it! We love the neighborhood, we love not having to deal with the upkeep of a house, and for the most part, we love our neighbors. Our neighbors are friendly and kind, and they have extended their arms to welcome us in every way. One neighbor, however, seems to have forgotten the Golden Rule of treating others how you would like to be treated. Here’s the situation: She has plants all over her deck, and they are really lovely. This person really has a green thumb, and her plants are really blooming. Unfortunately, some of her plants are located on the ledge that overlooks my deck. She always waters her plants without putting a drip tray underneath, and the dirty water gets all over my deck furniture, causing it not only to be dirty and full of leaves, but making it wet the next day so that we can’t use it. I figured

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that she must not realize that this was happening, but I’ve told her several different times and she still does it! Last month I even asked her to refrain just on Sukkot so that my sukkah wouldn’t get flooded, but she continued to water her plants. “What if it rains,” you might be asking. True, the furniture and deck get slightly wet when it rains, as is to be expected, but that’s nothing compared to the daily deluge of leaves, flower petals, dirt, and direct water that accompanies her current watering system. Should I suck it up and buy an umbrella to put over my deck to try to divert the water? Should I go to our condo’s board association? Should I ask her for lessons on how to keep plants alive since mine are dying? The PJ Library website talks about being a good neighbor and how it helps you contribute to your community, make people happy, and turn the world into an all-around better place. How can I encourage my neighbor to “do unto others” while still being a good neighbor myself?

Feel free to send me an email with your ideas, and in the meantime, enjoy these PJ Library books about building community and friendship between neighbors.

Do Unto Otters

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When a family of otters moves in next to Mr. Rabbit, he’s a little nervous -- he’s not sure if they’ll get along. But then he remembers the Golden Rule: Do unto otters as you would have otters do unto you! This book shows how treating others withrespect is the basis of friendship, cooperation, and sharing.

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Mrs. Spiegel loves her two cats, but it’s clear that her grouchy neighbor, Mr. Modiano, doesn’t share her warm feelings. Should we be surprised that, when one of the cats goes missing, it is Mr. Modiano who searches the streets of Tel Aviv to find her?

Chik Chak Shabbat

Written by Mara Rockliff Illustrated by Krysten Brooker

Ages: 6 to 7 Years

Everyone in Goldie Simcha’s apartment building knows it’s Friday night when they smell her delicious Shabbat cholent. But one Friday night, Goldie doesn’t feel well enough to cook. Her neighbors step up to make an unusual cholent for Shabbat -- andsoon Goldie will feel much better.

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Written by Laurel Snyder Illustrated by Samantha Cotterill

Ages: 5 to 7 Years

Honey takes care of her garden every day -- even though she's going to be moving away soon. Laurel, her neighbor next door, knows she's going to miss her. But Honey explains to her that friendship, like her garden, has a way of growing -- despite time and distance.

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One of the Most Common Diseases â&#x20AC;Ś Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Never Heard Of FROM THE

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Neurofibromatosis Type 1, or NF1, is a common genetic disorder affecting nearly 1 in 2,500 people worldwide. It turns a blind eye to gender, age, race and ethnic backgrounds. NF1 is caused by a genetic change, or mutation, in the NF1 gene and can be inherited from a parent or be spontaneous.

BY STEPHANIE M. MORRIS, MD Stephanie Morris, MD, is a Washington University pediatric neurologist at St. Louis Children's Hospital. She joined the Neurofibromatosis Clinical Team in 2015. She works very closely with her multidisciplinary team to ensure all possible services are provided to patients and their families.

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One of the earliest signs of NF1 is the presence of multiple brown birthmarks on the body. These skin markings, called café-au-lait macules, can be present at birth but often increase in size and number within the first years of life. While a single café-au-lait macules is common in healthy children, the presence of six or more café-au-lait macules is highly suggestive of a diagnosis of NF1.

Bone abnormalities, including:

NF1 is a highly variable disease and it is currently very difficult to predict how severely affected a child will be. Despite its unpredictable nature, NF1 has some common features, including:

Cognitive and behavior difficulties, including:

Café-au-lait macules Freckling of the armpits and/or groin Lisch nodules - small brown growths on the colored part of the eye Nerve tumors, including: o Neurofibromas - small benign growths on or under the skin o Plexiform neurofibromas - larger benign infiltrating tumors o Optic pathway gliomas - benign tumors involving the nerves that send vision from the retina to the brain

o Tibial pseudarthrosis - softening and bowing of the lower part of the leg o Sphenoid wing dysplasia - abnormal development of the eye socket o Scoliosis - curving of the spine

o Specific learning disabilities o Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder o Autism spectrum disorder Although genetic testing is available for NF1, most individuals are diagnosed with NF1 based on the presence of various clinical features listed above by a physician who specializes in the care and management of NF1. There is currently no cure for NF1; however, with the help of many different specialists including, neurologists, ophthalmologists, dermatologists, geneticists, orthopedic surgeons, oncologists, and psychologists, individuals with NF1 can live long, successful, and happy lives. For more information, visit the St. Louis Children’s Hospital NF Center website at www.stlouischildrens.org/our-services/ neurofibromatosis-nf-clinical-program.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

TEEN

Finding a Hobby Up to 50% of the time teenagers are awake, and outside the school classroom, is spent on leisure activities/ hobbies. A â&#x20AC;&#x153;leisure activityâ&#x20AC;? can be defined as a freely-chosen, intrinsicallymotivated activity done for enjoyment and meeting of personal goals. Some of these are organized, extracurricular ones like sports teams and school clubs, which are characterized by adult supervision, set schedules, and an emphasis on skill-building. Evidence consistently suggests that participation in organized activities is associated with stronger academic performance, more positive expectations for the future, and decreased risk taking in teens.

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nother type of leisure activity is considered to be “unstructured”, like hiking, attending concerts, fiber arts, video game design, and cooking. Evidence consistently suggests that unstructured leisure activities offer an ideal setting for novelty, and exploratory behavior. It is here that teens can try new things, and experiment with new interests in a self-determined way. Unfortunately, the evidence also supports that with lower adult involvement, there is an increase in risky behaviors. One of the most important things that employers and universities want to know is WHO each teen is, and what makes the particular teen balanced. Having school activities and both types of leisure activities help teens figure out the answers to the above questions. Teens can choose to try a different hobby per month, since many of them are not very expensive. The goal becomes maintaining enough time to study for school, while participating in hobbies and other leisure activities. Since the research clearly shows that well-being measures improve when teens are doing something that they are motivated to do, and that teens are being encouraged to embrace their individuality, here are some tips for helping your teen try to find a hobby that s/he might enjoy doing for both the short and the long term! Does your teen like to: be indoors or outdoors? get dirty or stay clean? have a high activity level? work alone or with others? have an interest in trying something? Which hobbies incorporate the answers to the above questions? Go try one, or several!

References: Sharp, E. H., Tucker, C. J., Baril, M. E., Van Gundy, K. T., & Rebellon, C. J. (2015). Breadth of participation in organized and unstructured leisure activities over time and rural adolescents’ functioning. Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 44(1), 62–76 Ferrari, L., Nota, L., Soresi, S., & Ginevra, M. C. (2016). An instrument for analyzing the concepts of work, studying, and leisure time of adolescents. In J. Merrick (Ed.), Child and adolescent health yearbook 2015. (pp. 367–381). Padhy, M., Valli, S. K., Pienyu, R., Padiri, R. A., & Chelli, K. (2015). Leisure motivation and well-being among adolescents and young adults. Psychological Studies, 60(3), 314–320.

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“BAD PARENT” MOMENTS Perhaps I should have changed my son’s light fixture earlier! He thought it was fun to jump from the bed and grab the pull string to turn on his light. It was a good thing that he just broke the mechanism with the hard pull, and that the light did NOT come down on his head! Perhaps, there is too much of a good thing! My 12-year-old daughter told me yesterday that she didn’t want to hurt my feelings, but she did not want any more Mom & Me matching outfits. Oops, trying to quietly open (and sneak) a bag of chips is not the best way of demonstrating healthy eating habits to my children! Oops! I should have carefully checked to make sure that the sippy lid was on tight BEFORE giving the cup to my 2-year-old. He got soaked when the water spilled everywhere. Perhaps when my 14-year-old daughter asked me to help her “chalk paint” her dresser, I should not have said, “Just go figure it out! I am too busy for that right now.” Instead of looking it up carefully on YouTube, she went to the supermarket, bought the clearance sidewalk chalk, and made a total mess in her room! Oops, I felt awful when my pediatrician scolded me for giving my 1 year old melatonin. I didn’t realize that it is perfectly normal for children to not get into, and maintain, good sleep patterns until after they are 3 years old! Oops, I can’t believe my 2-year-old sat in time out for 1 hour! She is our 5th one, under 7. I put her in time out, and I forgot because I was dealing with the other ones! When I couldn’t find her, I went to the spot I had put her in, and she was still there, looking pitiful! Maybe we should not have let him sit on a large cannon to take his picture. Luckily, his head didn't hit the brick pavement. Oops! One time a friend of mine went through the automatic car wash with her son who was 3-4 at the time. When the wash started she started hearing her son say "weeee weeee" she looked back and noticed that his window was left down! Oops! You know how the experts tell you to play at your child’s level, well, that should not always be taken literally! When my 3-year-old daughter was playing by throwing toys at me, I threw them back at her. When I tossed the Little Peoples animal, it smacked her in the face and split the skin from nose to mouth. Even though I did not throw it hard, she still had to have the skin glued shut. Total mom fail!

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NUTRITION NUGGETS

Sweet as Honey In the spirit of the New Year and all that is sweet, last week a representative from the National Honey Board came to speak to my food science class. It was fascinating, particularly the question and answer session. Here are a few fun honey facts, in the hopes that you’ll want to try taste-testing a variety of honeys. KATHY MORA, Ph.D., R.D.

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1. Honey is all natural.

Unlike food packages that tout “all natural”, honey truly is “natural”, as in bees, flowers and plants. It is true that honey never spoils. It can crystallize, but with gentle heat, honey will return to its usual liquid state. The color, flavor, and aroma of honey depends on the different flower nectar. In the United States there are > 300 unique types of honey. The color of honey can range from very pale to very dark brown, and generally the lighter colored honeys are milder in flavor and aroma than the darker honeys.

2. Raw honey is the same as any other honey, except that “raw” honey may contain parts of the honeycomb, the hive, and/or bees. Once honey is extracted, it is strained to remove these extra parts. Otherwise, there is no processing or adulteration to honey from hive to store. If any ingredient is added to honey, such as lavender, it is no longer officially and technically allowed to be called “honey”. Lavender honey may still taste good and have all the same characteristics of honey that you are familiar with, but it’s no longer “pure honey”.

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3. Whether or not honey can help reduce allergies is unknown and inconclusive. Other than

anecdotal data, no formal evidence or research is available to support that eating local honey will improve immune responses to reduce or prevent allergies. The hypothesis has merit and it seems to have biological plausibility, however, there are no studies to date, that demonstrate the effect, and therefore no claim can, or should, be made. It also is worth pointing out that in order to make such a health claim, it would be really important and necessary to provide dosage, which is one considerable barrier to understanding how to go about evaluating whether or not honey can reduce the risk or symptoms of allergies. How can we suggest eating honey for reducing allergies, if we are unable to tell someone how much, how often, when, and in what form to consume it? Furthermore, in the process of filtering honey, some or all of the actual pollen may be lost, thus the honey being consumed may not be helpful for reducing allergies. The bottom line is that there are many unknowns about the relationship between using honey for managing or preventing allergies. All said, if you are interested in trying to use honey in an effort to reduce or prevent allergies, speak to your physician and determine a practical method for testing this on your own.

4. Manuka honey is the new liquid gold.

Manuka honey originates from New Zealand, and due to skillful marketing, Manuka honey has become the rage for its potential healing properties. I hate to burst anyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bubble, but it is just honey made from bees. Maybe New Zealand bees are just cooler than U.S. bees?! All honey contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals, but the amounts are miniscule, <1% of the composition of honey. The amount and type of micronutrient in honey varies by flower source. As far as health benefits, the only legitimate claim is that honey can soothe a sore throat. Honey should never be given to infants less than 1 year old because honey may contain bacteria that can cause infant botulism. Enjoying honey for all its tasty sweetness and the versatility it provides in foods and beverages is certainly a benefit, too! After all, what goes better with apples and challah, than honey?!

Family Fun: To celebrate your new year, try

a fun kitchen sensory experiment with your family. Find a selection of honeys from around the country (such as alfalfa, clover, orange blossom, buckwheat, tupelo, sage, etc. Or around the globe if you choose). Taste each, one at a time, paying attention to the difference in colors, aromas, and flavors. See if your family can detect the subtle and strong flavors and aromas from the various plants, rate your favorite honeys, and try to create recipes using your favorite honey. (For the record, I have not tried Manuka honey, but hands down, my favorite U.S. honey is Tupelo honey. Tupelo honey is only produced in the southeastern states, particularly the gulf region of Florida and Georgia. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surprisingly different from Midwest honey.)

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When children reach adulthood, they are expected to take care of their own financial needs, and that of their family. Many are even expected to take care of the financial needs of their aging parents. However, there has been a trend observed that is being researched currently. There appears to be a flip of who is expected to pay for what!

In 2011, up to 60% of adult children were receiving

monetary help from their aging parents. In 2017, of those 60%, more than 21% were adult children in their 40’s. The amount of the financial help varies, but so does the type of assistance being given. For many, the support also includes adult children moving back to the family home without having to pay rent, help with food costs and grandchildren’s activities, continuing to pay for cell phone plans, and daycare/babysitting the grandchildren. This can add up to a tremendous strain on the seniors who had been planning for retirement and their economic independence from grown, adult children. Several studies have suggested that the majority of adult children don’t need the support to cover

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essential basic needs, but instead “extras.” They are not understanding the difference between basic needs and extraneous ones. They are not learning to live independently with fiscal responsibility, i.e. the aging parents are unintentionally enabling the adult children to live a lifestyle that they can not afford, with no end in sight. However, the reports show that there was a significant minority of adult children who required 3-5 years of help due to paying student loans, starting a new career path/business, or having a major upheaval in the family structure. In most of these cases, there was a clear schedule or proposal that could be backed up, and which led to eventual financial independence for both adult child, and aging adult.

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These studies have found a clear reason for the importance of justification, “applying for assistance”, and planning, even if it is between family members and not in the context of a bank. The suggestion is to look at each adult child’s request independently, with what will be in the best interest of both parties over the long term being taken into consideration. Grandparents should not be guilted into financiallyraising the grandchildren. Seniors should not be guilted into funding extravagant lifestyles of their adult children. When boundaries are set, and respect is given to the older adults, the relationship between senior and adult child becomes stronger. The best ways to start with accountability and a path towards financial independence is to sit down together and have a frank discussion, asking the following questions regarding financial support: Why do you need the support? How much support do you think you need? When will you need the support until?

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Giving Back Is Where It’s At 6 simple ways to bring doing good into your family

ZACH TUCKER

Zach Tucker is a St. Louis social entrepreneur and the founder of Good Meets World, a local startup that connects small businesses to local nonprofits. As a St. Louis 30 Under 30 winner, Zach is on a mission to bridge the gap between the power of small businesses and the needs of local nonprofits. His philanthropic work has earned him invitations to the White House and the Paris International Climate Change Summit. With deep roots in business development, Zach's previous startup was listed as the182nd fastest growing company in American on Inc. 500 in 2016. When he’s not out changing the world, Zach can be found playing piano, hiking, and consulting for local startups and nonprofits.

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Today, giving back isn’t what it once was. Now, you can change a life with the single click of a button, from the comfort of your own home. You can plant a tree on the other side of the globe at onetreeplanted. com, or fund a life-changing surgery for a stranger at gofundme.com all while drinking your morning coffee. Because of how simple and accessible it is to give these days, people are giving back now more than ever! Not only is this good for the beneficiaries, but it’s good for the givers as well. Businesses are benefiting, communities are strengthening, and parents are implementing giving ideals at home to bring their families closer together. At Good Meets World, we connect small businesses to local nonprofits, and we’ve seen firsthand how giving can bring families together. By providing volunteer opportunities for our business member’s

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staff & family to attend, we often see business owners getting their kids involved at these events (which we love!). Volunteer events are more than just fun family outings - they teach kids important life lessons and instill core values, such as selflessness, empathy, and service. With giving and generosity on the rise, our world is heading in a GOOD direction (pun fully intended). And as a parent, you have the power to create lasting impact by getting your kids involved at a young age!

Here are 6 ways you and your kids can DO GOOD in St. Louis TOGETHER:

1. Have a meal at a restaurant that publicly gives

back: Have a family meal at a local restaurant that supports a cause, such as the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, or Friends of Kids with Cancer! Often times the restaurants have their cause posted, either on the tables or on the menu.

2. Volunteer: Schedule time for you and your family

to visit Operation Food Search and pack meals for families in need. This incredible organization will give you a fun tour of their facility and provide education on the importance of fighting hunger in St. Louis. A free night out + volunteering + an educational experience = a family win/win.

3. Giving Cards: At Youthbridge.org, you can buy giving

cards that donate to a cause of the recipients choice. Think gift cards, but instead of $50 to spend at a store, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $50 to donate to a cause. These are a simple, affordable way to give the gift of giving. Give them to your kids in lieu of a toy, or as a gift for them to give to someone else. (Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re great gifts for adults too!)

4. Birthday Parties: Do you kids have enough toys at

home? Instead of having family members or friends give them even more, have guests bring nonperishable food items instead. After collecting all the food, you and your child can bring them to a local food pantry together.

5. Tour a facility: Contact Wings of Hope in the

Chesterfield Valley for a tour of their office and airplane hangar! Wings of Hope makes life-saving medical flights possible for children in need across the entire world. This is a great way to see a thriving local nonprofit in action!

6. Go above and beyond: Adopt a rescue animal

from Stray Rescue of St. Louis! This phenomenal organization takes in abandoned, neglected, and abused animals and rehabilitates them until they find a new home. Teach your kids about the power of giving back by adding a new family member that desperately needs love and a new home.

Giving back can change the world, but remember, it has to start at home. Happy giving, friends!

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JEWISH

HOLIDAY EXPLAINED

Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah What is Simchat Torah? In the Bible, Sukkot is an 8-day festival, whose last day is called "Shemini Atzeret." Nowadays, outside the Israel, Shemini Atzeret is a two-day holiday, and Simchat Torah is the second of those two days. (In Israel they are observed together on the same day.) During this holiday, we complete and immediately begin the annual Torah reading cycle. For readers who are not Jewish, the Torah in this context is the central reference of Judaism. It consists of the first five books of the 24 books of the Hebrew Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.

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This milestone of finishing all 5 books and starting again is a joyous moment that is marked with the Torah scrolls being held up high, dancing, special honors given to the congregants of the shul, and children parading, often with plush, toy Torahs. There are snacks and festive meals. This is one of the happiest holidays of the year.

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Better Parenting Through Technology! JESSE KAVADLO, Ph.D. Photo by Spoonful of Sugar Photography.

You’ve heard of Helicopter Parents—they hover constantly over their children, who, as a result, have trouble being independent. According to recent articles, though, it turns out Helicopter Parents were holding back. Say hello to Lawnmower Parents. More than just staying close by, they mow down what’s in their kids’ path. The kids don’t have to face obstructions, but they don’t encounter much of anything at all, either.

understand the impulse. It feels like more work to get my kids to load the dishwasher than just do it myself. After all, as the parent, it’s my job to help! But it depends on what we mean by help. If helping means getting the job done, then sure, the dishes are clean. But we all know it isn’t about the dishes. It’s never about the dishes.

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So as parents intensify their involvement, the parenting metaphors escalate, too. Helicopters, now lawnmowers. But why stop there? Let us speculate on the future of overprotective parenting:

Cherry Picker Parents: If your kids can’t reach something, reach it for them! Why tell your kids to reach for the stars when you can pull them down? Works for books on a high shelf as well as hopes and dreams. Vacuum Cleaner Parents: Life gets messy. Helicopters don’t clean up messes. Neither do lawnmowers. In a loud, overbearing manner that makes it impossible for anyone to do anything else, Vacuum Cleaner Parents slurp up everything in their kids’ way, and all the messes kids leave behind as well. Nothing like cleaning house, literally and figuratively, for the people you love. Drain Pipe Cleaning Machine Parents: For when life gets very, very messy.

Tank Parents: Yes, lawnmowers and vacuums get

things out of the way, but they can’t stop unexpected flying objects. Next-level Tank Parents plow through AND get between their kids and, well, anything. Lawnmowers and vacuums are too tidy. Why not crush everything, and everyone, in your child’s path instead?

Panic Room Parents: Tank Parenting assumes children go outside. Keep kids where you can see them, protect them, and isolate them. Cameras inside and out will make sure that no one can enter, or exit. Better safe than sorry! Laparoscopic Surgeon Parents: Even Panic

Room Parents can’t see everything, but Laparoscopic Surgeon Parents can! Nothing like knowing your child inside and out. Getting under your child’s skin has never been easier.

Turing Test Parents: In 1950, mathematician Alan

Turing developed the idea of a test to determine whether a computer’s responses could pass for human. Be that computer, but for your child. Why risk your child doing anything at all when you can do it for them, and flawlessly pretend to be them! Do their homework, make their phone calls, impersonate them online, and, best of all, make it look like them! No one has to know. If you pass, no one will know. Fine, I exaggerate. But the good news is that I taught my kids to unload and load the dishwasher every night, without being asked. So if I had to choose a label for myself, I’ll proudly be a Dishwasher Parent, especially since it means I don’t have to do the dishes. After all, sometimes, it is about the dishes.

Tank Gun Parents: When defense isn’t enough.

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St. Louis Jewish Parents

OCT 2018

OCT

1 2 Monday

St Louis Zoo

Temple Tots

The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

Come join our free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a parent, grandparent or caregiver. Bring a snack for your child and letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kibitz over a morning nosh! Non-members welcome!

Seniors

10/1 8am-5pm

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Lap Time

10/1 9:30am-10:30am

Tween/Teen

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 FREE

St Louis Science Center

10/1 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE

Toddler Time at Kokomo Joe's

Secular

Tuesday

10/1 10am-12pm Inflatables wristband and Lunch. Come play with other children and parents! 4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $7.75 +TAX

10/2 10am-11:30am

SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE

Chair Yoga

10/2 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.

Ballroom Dance Lessons

10/2 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

Story Time

10/2 10am-10:30am Ages 3-5. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills.

Jewish

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

Butterfly House: Free Admission Mornings

10/2 10am-12pm

Schools & Synagogues

First Tuesday of every month, for STL City/County Residents, come see this butterfly zoo! (No strollers permitted.)

CALENDAR

15193 OLIVE BLVD. 63017 FREE

OCT 2018

St. Louis Jewish Parents

3 4 5 6 Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Open Play

Super Smash Bros Wii U

Baby-n-Me Classes

Tabletop Gamers

Ages 9 months- 3 years. One of the biggest components of learning is the act of play. Join us for free time to play with toys and socialize.

Ages 11-14 years!! Join us for a night of Super Smash Bros Wii U! Bring your own controller or use ours.

Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.

Ages 12 and up. Meet with other game enthusiasts to play games like Settlers of Catan, Dominion, and Pandemic. Bring your own game or try one of ours!

10/3 10am-11am

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

Purina Farms

10/3 9:30am-3:30pm Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore! 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE

Walking Tour at Laumeier

10/4 6pm-8pm

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

Doris Schnuck's Children's Garden

10/4 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

10/3 10:30am-11:30am

Museum of Transportation

Tours of the Museum Circle and Indoor Exhibition (when available) meet at the Visitor Center in the Aronson Fine Arts Center.

Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.

10/4 9am-4pm

12580 ROTT ROAD, 63127 AGES 4+ ARE $5.

2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN

Curiosity Lab

Ladies' Knight

10/3 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

10/4 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

10/5 10am-11:30am

11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

Simchat Shabbat at Shaare Emeth 10/5

Call for times!

A joy-filled, intergenerational, participatory service held on the first Friday evening of every month. We have assembled a new band who will lead us in high energy, contemporary music, and birthday blessings will be offered as well. This service includes a special component designed just for elementary-age children. 11645 LADUE RD 63141

Historic Soulard Market

10/5 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

Farm Friday

10/5 10am-1pm Join us for some fun, like pony rides, hayrides, barn tours, face painting, fishing, candle making and peddle cars/bean bag toss area! You can enjoy these crafts and festive experiences at Susonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm. 6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE

10/6 2pm-4pm

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE.

Nature/Culture Hike

10/6 9:30am-1pm Join an archaeologist-led 3-mile hike through archaeological and natural areas of the site. Bring water and insect repellent. Cancel if rain. CAHOKIA MOUNDS, 30 RAMEY ST, IL 62234 FREE

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

10/6 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Synaplex Breakout Sessions

10/6 11:30am-12:30pm Choose from one of two talks: "Back to the Future? Zionism as Racism" in the African and Arab Human Rights Systems", led by Robert Barnridge, Jr., Ph.D. OR "Raising a Jewish Family" let by Rebbetzin Mimi David.

NUSACH HARI B'NAI ZION, 650 N. PRICE RD. FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

St. Louis Jewish Parents

OCT 2018

OCT

7 8 9 Sunday

Special $1 meals at Crown Center Dining Room

Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience.

Nutritious meals for area seniors, 60+. Menus listed online. Certified Kosher under supervision by the Vaad Hoeir of St. Louis. Call 314-991-2055, ext. 124 to make your reservation today. Community members welcome.

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.

Seniors

457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES

Tween/Teen

Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum

10/7 1pm-4pm Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries. ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR

Sunday Chess Classes 10/7

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

Secular

Tuesday

Aish Sunday School for kids and adults

10/7 10am-12pm

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.

Walking Tour at Laumeier

10/7 2pm-3pm Tours of the Park meet at the Visitor Center in the Aronson Fine Arts Center.

Jewish

Monday

12580 ROTT ROAD, 63127 AGES 4+ ARE $5.

10/8 5pm

CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR CALL 314-991-2055 FOR MORE INFORMATION. COMMUNITY MEMBERS WELCOME.

Lone Elk Park

10/8 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. 1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE

Toddler Time at Kokomo Joe's

10/8 10am-12pm Inflatables wristband and Lunch. Come play with other children and parents! 4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $7.75 +TAX

Israeli Folk Dancing

10/8 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

10/9 9:15am-10:15am

BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.

Temple Tots

10/9 10am-11:30am Come join our free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a parent, grandparent or caregiver. Bring a snack for your child and letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kibitz over a morning nosh! Non-members welcome! SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE

Chair Yoga

10/9 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.

Ballroom Dance Lessons

10/9 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs!

Schools & Synagogues

236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

Tower Grove Farmer's Market

10/9 8am-12:30pm

CALENDAR

Come and find the best farmers in the region as well as creators of unique and handcrafted foods, and local artists and artisans. Stay for the live music, free yoga and QiGong, and to play in beautiful Tower Grove Park. CENTER CROSS DR. 63116

OCT 2018

St. Louis Jewish Parents

10 11 12 13 Wednesday

Baby-n-Me Classes

10/10 9:30am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

Castlewood State Park

10/10 7am-one half hour after sunset Hiking and mountain biking trails that range from those great for first-time and for the most experienced riders. Good fishing, broad meadows filled with wildlife, and plenty of recreational facilities. Come for an adventure or just to get away. 1401 KIEFER CREEK ROAD, 63021 FREE

Healthworks!

10/10 9:30am-4:30pm World's Largest Teeth, Interactive Dude, Dental Health theatre, Mock Health Offices, Healthworks! Kitchen, Farmers' Market, and more exhibits and shows! Come play and learn! 1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 $7 PER PERSON.

Candy Creations

10/10 4:30pm-5:30pm Ages 7- 11. Make some incredible, edible masterpieces with food items. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

Wine Down Wednesday

10/10 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

Thursday

Hitchhiker's Guide to the Constellations

10/11 6pm-8pm Ages 12-17 years. Recreate your favorite constellation using splatter paint and LED lights while viewing “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” MPAA rating: PG. Running time: 109 min. Part of Teen Read Month.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

Storytelling in the Museum

10/11 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

Grant's Farm

10/11 9am-3:30pm Grant’s Farm celebrates America’s past with a commitment to the future. Honoring both the 18th president of the United States and the Busch family legacy, the Farm is a refuge for more than 900 animals, representing more than 100 different species. 10501 GRAVOIS ROAD, 63123 ADMISSION IS FREE, ATTRACTIONS AND PARKING VARY.

Ladies' Knight

10/11 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

Saturday

Friday

Baby-n-Me Classes

Balloon Twisting

Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.

Ages 8- 12 years. Bring out your inner sculptor and learn how to twist the basic balloon dog, a simple balloon hat, a huge octopus and more! Take home your creations to show off your work. Presented by Circus Kaput.

10/12 10am-11:30am

11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

Kirkwood Farmers Market

10/12 10am-5pm Produce, Poultry, Meat, Eggs and Cheese, Prepared Foods, Baked Goods, Soaps and Other Local Producers, Cut Flowers and Bedding Plants, and more! 150 EAST ARGONNE DR. KIRKWOOD

Suson Farm Friday

10/12 10am-1pm Join us for some fun, like pony rides, hayrides, barn tours, face painting, fishing, candle making and peddle cars/bean bag toss area! You can enjoy these crafts and festive experiences at Suson’s Farm. 6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE

Storytelling and crafts

10/12 10:30am-1:30pm On Tuesdays and Fridays, start off with Storytelling in the Museum, then get creative in a drop-in Make-andTake workshop. MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE

Laser Tag Special

10/12 5pm-11pm Unlimited laser tag!

4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $9.99 PER PERSON

10/13 8am-11am

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Historic Soulard Market

10/13 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

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

10/13 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Animal Encounters

10/13 10am-3pm 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

The Bat Cave

10/13 6pm-8pm Come out and learn about the bats that call Cliff Cave home and learn about the important role caves play in the life cycle of bats. We will hike to the cave around sunset and try to catch a glimpse of some of the local residents as they exit the cave for their evening activities. Out of respect for the cave’s residents, we will not be entering the cave on this evening. Wear closed toe shoes and bring insect repellant and a flashlight or headlamp. CLIFF CAVE, 806 CLIFF CAVE RD. 63129 $5 PER PERSON

St. Louis Jewish Parents

OCT 2018

OCT 14 15 16 Sunday

Aish Sunday School for kids and adults

10/14 10am-12pm

Seniors

Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES

Pick Your Own Fruit!

Tween/Teen

10/14 8am-6pm

10/15 5pm

10/16 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.

CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR CALL 314-991-2055 FOR MORE INFORMATION. COMMUNITY MEMBERS WELCOME.

Purina Farms

This group is for anyone with an affinity for the mama loshen. Please join our facilitator Rabbi Neal Rose. All levels welcome – whether you speak, understand or just want to learn.

Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore! 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE

Secular

Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

Crown Center Yiddish Group

10/14 9:30am-3:30pm

Sunday Chess Classes 10/14

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NON-MEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.

10/15 1:30pm-2:30pm

CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR

Urban Fort Play Cafe

10/15 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

PJ Library Parents Night Out

10/15 7pm-9pm

Schools & Synagogues

Get a babysitter and come meet other PJ Families! Come to one or all three! The first in our series will be Learning about Jewish Spiritual Parenting, then join us next month for a community service project, and in December for a social event!

CALENDAR

CONTACT JENNIFER FOR LOCATION: JLOTSOFF@JFEDSTL.ORG FREE

Israeli Folk Dancing

10/15 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

OCT 2018

St. Louis Jewish Parents

Tuesday

Special $1 meals at Crown Center Dining Room

Braeutigam Orchards! Call ahead for hours, and up to date information and availability. 2795 TURKEY HILL LN, BELLEVILLE, ILLINOIS VARIES

Jewish

Monday

BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.

Temple Tots

10/16 10am-11:30am Come join our free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a parent, grandparent or caregiver. Bring a snack for your child and let’s kibitz over a morning nosh! Non-members welcome! SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE

Chair Yoga

10/16 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J. RSVP to Laura at 314-442-3255 ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS

Ballroom Dance Lessons

10/16 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

St Louis Carousel at Faust Park

10/16 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.

17 18 19 20 Wednesday

Baby-n-Me Classes

10/17 9:30am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

Budding Artists Fall is i n the Air

10/17 10am-11am Ages 3-6. Join us for a preschool art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to be messy. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

Healthworks!

10/17 9:30am-4:30pm World's Largest Teeth, Interactive Dude, Dental Health theatre, Mock Health Offices, Healthworks! Kitchen, Farmers' Market, and more exhibits and shows! Come play and learn! 1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 $7 PER PERSON.

Discovery Club

10/17 4:30pm-5:30pm Ages 7-11. There's a whole world of wonder to explore. Through projects, experiments and activities, we will navigate through the sciences to figure out the whys and hows of this big, beautiful universe we live in. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Thursday

Celebration of Life Community EventElvis Presley

10/18 1pm-2:30pm St. Louis NORC invites you to celebrate life and honor community members 90+ with a special performance by Terry Phillips as Elvis Presley. All are welcome to this free, community event. RSVP by 10/11 to 442-3255 or e-mail norc@jccstl.org JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR

Castlewood State Park 10/18

7am-one half hour after sunset

Hiking and mountain biking trails that range from those great for first-time and for the most experienced riders. Good fishing, broad meadows filled with wildlife, and plenty of recreational facilities. Come for an adventure or just to get away. 1401 KIEFER CREEK ROAD, 63021 FREE

Junior Art Studio

10/18 6:30pm-7:30pm Ages 5-10. Kids will use their imagination and creativity to make a masterpiece of their very own! ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ladies' Knight

10/18 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

Friday

Saturday

Baby-n-Me Classes

10/19 10am-11:30am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

Tater Tot Shabbat

10/19 5:30pm-7pm Families experiencing Judaism together is the guiding vision behind Shaare Emethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Early Childhood Engagement Initiative. Each month these programs bring together families with preschool age children to celebrate Shabbat and holidays, learn together, and strengthen their connection to one another. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE, BUT PLEASE RSVP.

Tech Talks: Ebay

10/19 10am-12pm Come learn about this technology and way to sell and purchase in a relaxed atmosphere.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

Tower Grove Farmer's Market

10/20 8am-12:30pm Come and find the best farmers in the region as well as creators of unique and handcrafted foods, and local artists and artisans. Stay for the live music, free yoga and QiGong, and to play in beautiful Tower Grove Park. CENTER CROSS DR. 63116 FREE ADMISSION. WWW. BABYKIDEXPO.COM

Museum of Transportation

10/20 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.

2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN

Weaver's Guild Annual Sale

10/20 10am-4pm Founded in 1983, you will find a wide range of fiber art from art-to-wear garments and accessories, to fiber sculpture art pieces, to functional rugs, towels and baskets, by 40-45 participating artists. 10 W. LOCKWOOD AVE, 63119. FREE ADMISSION

Weaver's Guild Annual Sale

10/19 10am-7pm

Keeper Talks

Founded in 1983, you will find a wide range of fiber art from art-to-wear garments and accessories, to fiber sculpture art pieces, to functional rugs, towels and baskets, by 40-45 participating artists.

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.

10 W. LOCKWOOD AVE, 63119. FREE ADMISSION

10/20 9am-10am

WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE

Laser Tag Special

10/19 5pm-11pm Unlimited laser tag!

4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $9.99 PER PERSON

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Know Before You Vote Lunch and Program

Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience.

Presentations on the November Missouri Ballot issues Join other senior adults from Congregations Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel, United Hebrew, and Temple Emanuel.

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.

Lone Elk Park

Temple Tots

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.

Come join our free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a parent, grandparent or caregiver. Bring a snack for your child and letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kibitz over a morning nosh! Non-members welcome!

Seniors

457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES

Mills Apple Orchard

Tween/Teen

10/21 9am-5pm Apples, children's play area including our three-story maze, animals to visit, and space to run around. 11477 POCAHONTAS ROAD, MARINE, ILLINOIS 62061

St Louis Carousel at Faust Park

10/21 10am-4pm

Secular

60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County.

10/22 12pm-2pm

$10. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, OCT. 12, TO LISA AT TEMPLE ISRAEL, 314432-8050 EXT. 204

10/22 7:30am-10pm

1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE

St Louis Zoo

10/22 8am-5pm

15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.

The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

Sunday Chess Classes

Toddler Time at Kokomo Joe's

10/21

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NON-MEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

10/22 10am-12pm Inflatables wristband and Lunch. Come play with other children and parents! 4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $7.75 +TAX

Babywearing Line Dance

Schools & Synagogues

10/22 10am-11am Baby-Adult pairs. Groove with your baby in a fun new fitness and family bonding activity.

CALENDAR

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Israeli Folk Dancing

10/22 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

OCT 2018

Tuesday

Aish Sunday School for kids and adults

10/21 10am-12pm

Jewish

Monday

St. Louis Jewish Parents

10/23 9:15am-10:15am

BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.

10/23 10am-11:30am

SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE

Chair Yoga

10/23 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.

Ballroom Dance Lessons

10/23 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

Cahokia Mounds

10/23 9am-5pm One of the greatest cities of the world, Cahokia was larger than London was in AD 1250.

CAHOKIA MOUNDS, 30 RAMEY ST, IL 62234 FREE, BUT DONATION SUGGESTED

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Baby-n-Me Classes

10/24 9:30am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

BeTween Hour: Haunted Lanterns

10/24 6:30pm-7:30pm Ages 9- 12 years. Design a spooky lantern ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

St Louis Zoo

10/24 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Storytelling in the Museum

10/24 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

Thursday

St Louis Carousel at Faust Park

10/25 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.

2 year old story time

10/25 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE

Friday

Saturday

Baby-n-Me Classes

Tot Shabbat

Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.

Join us for a 30 minute Shabbat experience complete with singing, prayer, dancing with the Torah, and community. Led by Rabbi Adam Bellows, SSECC Director Lauren Lourie, and music specialist Suzy Weber.

10/26 10am-11:30am

11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

Purina Farms

10/26 9:30am-3:30pm Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore! 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE

Monster Madness

10/26 10am-11am Stomp and roar to stories and songs about your favorite monsters. Ages 3-6.

St Louis Science Center

10/25 9:30am-4:30pm

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED

We put the element of fun into science.

Farm Friday

5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE

Ladies' Knight

10/25 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

10/26 10am-1pm Join us for some fun, like pony rides, hayrides, barn tours, face painting, fishing, candle making and peddle cars/bean bag toss area! You can enjoy these crafts and festive experiences at Susonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm. 6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE

10/27 9am-9:30am

SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE

Historic Soulard Market

10/27 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

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

10/27 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Museum of Transportation

10/27 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars. 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN

Virtual Challah Bake

10/25 varies Invite friends to your home and bake challah! More information coming soon!

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St Louis Zoo

Aish Sunday School for kids and adults

Seniors

10/28 10am-12pm Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES

Tween/Teen

10/28 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.

The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Toddler Time at Kokomo Joe's Inflatables wristband and Lunch. Come play with other children and parents! 4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $7.75 +TAX

Urban Fort Play Cafe

10/29 9am-4pm

1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE

Mills Apple Orchard

10/28 9am-5pm

Secular

10/29 8am-5pm

10/29 10am-12pm

Lone Elk Park

Apples, children's play area including our three-story maze, animals to visit, and space to run around. 11477 POCAHONTAS ROAD, MARINE, ILLINOIS 62061

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

Sunday Chess Classes

10/28 starting from 1 pm Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NON-MEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.

Israeli Folk Dancing

10/29 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

Tuesday

Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

10/30 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

10/30 10am-11:30am Come join our free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a parent, grandparent or caregiver. Bring a snack for your child and let’s kibitz over a morning nosh! Non-members welcome!

SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE

Chair Yoga

10/30 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.

Ballroom Dance Lessons

10/30 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

Harry Potter Interactive Movie Night

Schools & Synagogues

Jewish

Monday

10/30 6pm-8pm

CALENDAR

Ages 10- 17 years. Watch “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” like never before using bags filled with props and snacks to interact with the movie. Wizarding attire and wands encouraged. MPAA rating: PG. Running time: 152 min. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

OCT 2018

St. Louis Jewish Parents

Wednesday

Baby-n-Me Classes

10/31 9:30am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

Castlewood State Park 10/31

7am-one half hour after sunset

Hiking and mountain biking trails that range from those great for firsttime and for the most experienced riders. Good fishing, broad meadows filled with wildlife, and plenty of recreational facilities. Come for an adventure or just to get away. 1401 KIEFER CREEK ROAD, 63021 FREE

St Louis Zoo

10/31 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

St Louis Science Center

10/31 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE

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“BABY” BUSINESSES Young start-ups help our community’s economy. Look here monthly to see what is new!

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NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Carly & Jordan 636-259-2656 twomaidschesterfield.com twomaidschesterfield

Brian Goldman, President/CEO

314-291-2131

8944 St. Charles Rock Road, 3rd Floor info@northwestchamber.com http://www.northwestchamber.com/

Our Pay for Performance system is a unique tool which delivers consistent, superior cleaning that doesn’t deteriorate over time. After each clean, you provide a rating from 1-10 on how well the clean went; which determines the pay of our employees. This system sets you up to have best quality clean possible, as our cleaners’ pay depends upon it each and every time.

Cherokee Street Gallery

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803 Marshall Ave Webster Groves, MO 63119 www.maypopshop.com maypopcoffeeandgarden maypop_shop

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We facilitate the growth of startups and other small business by providing clean, functional, and well designed websites with no-nonsense website management.

Artisans in THE LOOP St. Louis's newest art gallery where you can find gifts and artwork for every occasion, including Bar/Bat mitzvah, wedding, teachers, housewarming gifts, and plenty of functional and affordable artwork. Wendy Harris 314-833-3540 6511 delmar blvd, 63130 ArtisansinTHE LOOP www.artisansintheloop.com

Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop Our modern garden store offers a thoughtfully curated selection of purposeful plants and natural landscape solutions, without any invasive species or harsh chemicals. Our coffee shop brews hand-crafted drinks with a focus on flavor, quality, and guest experience. Custom tastings & workshops blend both worlds, by letting you engage with local experts in food, art, gardening and more!

Fire Tech Web Design

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I specialize in Jewish-themed, soulful pieces that elevate the everyday.

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We curate artwork that evokes the miracle of the natural world through humanity‘s distilled symbolic language

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You set the goal, we help you get there! We offer adult boot camp, adult strength and kids fitness programming in a fun, sports-based facility. 636-220-1211  14015 Manchester, MO 63011  D1 Training St Louis West 

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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!

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Larry OpinskyConsulting, Disability Advocacy I am now offering my expertise in all aspects of disability to parents, self advocates, companies, religious groups, and communities. From initial diagnosis to the school system to transition-to-adulthood and beyond, I am available to help anyone who wants to empower themselves to advocate for their children (or themselves). Larry@larryopinsky.com  www.larryopinsky.com 

New listing for October Listed in September Turning 1 year old!

Unlock Potential Locksmith

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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.    

Urban Fort Play Cafe

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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!!

(314) 376-4235 1854 Russell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63104 www.urbanfortcafe.com urbanfortstl

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Whole Food Is Medicine 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.

Congratulations successful sprouts celebrating 1 year in business!

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St Louis Dancewear 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

Our light, moist, and slightly crunchy mini doughnuts are custom-made fresh and in front of you. They are custom designed and decorated with the freshest ingredients and sauces. At our Creve Coeur location, the doughnuts are certified Kosher!

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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 

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I am a locally-owned and operated, mobile locksmith, who enjoys giving my customers friendly & exceptional service. I arrive on time, respect my client's privacy & find the most effective & most affordable solution to my customers' residential, commercial & automotive needs. Unlike many companies who hire contractors "as-needed", I personally provide fast & reliable locksmith service.

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Meet Stacy Abeles. Pedal the Cause team Captain of Big Ten Bicycling and a woman on a mission. When her husband Eli was diagnosed with metastatic renal cancer in September of last year, she knew she had to do something to help create a world without cancer. To date, Stacy’s Big Ten team has raised over $75,000 to fund some of the best and brightest ideas in cancer research. Help Stacy reach her goal of $90,000 - anything donated by the end of October goes towards this year’s ride. Donate now and 100% of your gift will fund innovative cancer research right here in St. Louis. Click ‘Donate’ at pedalthecause.org and search for Stacy’s name or team to contribute.

OUR MISSION is to provide critical funding for cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital through our annual cycling challenge. It is our hope that research funded by Pedal the Cause will ultimately lead to a cure for cancer.

Founded in 2009 with the bold model of using 100% of public donations to fund world-class cancer research, Pedal the Cause has quickly become the gateway to curing cancer – all cancers, for everyone. Pedalthecause.org