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Tips for Bringing Home a Sibling Goodie Bags & Birthday Parties Urgent versus Emergent Can Drinking Really Hurt My Brain?
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In Between Things 36
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Salient Features When my oldest was 3.5 years old, I was teaching a Child Development class at a local university. It was a Graduate level class in the Education Department, for soon-to-be student teachers. The end of semester project for the students was to test out one of the hypotheses they had learned about. I brought in children of different ages for them to work with.
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.
One young woman raised her hand, and said, “I love children, and they always love me!” I politely smiled and reminded everyone that when the children came in, no one should reach for them, or call out. My then young son came in. He went right past that young woman. He looked around the room, and went right over to an older, African American woman, and said, “You look just like my nana.” Confused, the class looked at me, and my response was, “She has the same hair-shape as my mother.” Everyone was stunned. Of all of the features my child could have focused on, like age, skin color, weight, etc,. My child focused on the shape of her haircut. What struck me the most, is that young children do not perceive things the same way adults or older children do. This creates an opportunity for discussion about important versus less-important differences. This creates an opportunity to answer simple questions with simple, but correct answers that do not foster bias. Last month, one of the most beautiful things that came out of Pittsburgh was the unity of people from different religions, cultures, colors, and locations. The salient feature was one of support regardless of background. If only we could capture that feeling of unity and teach our children to maintain that acceptance and support.
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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE
Perseverance by Ari Lieberman
Nearly all teens have some sort of activity they are passionate about. For me, that activity is soccer. Soccer has been my passion ever since I was three years old. I used to play other sports as a kid, but nothing else meant more to me than soccer. Soccer was my sanctuary, and I truly felt stress-free on the pitch. While I was on the field, I didn’t have to worry about things like school, social drama, and feeling like I belonged. Through thick and thin, soccer was always there for me to help me cope with other things, and to enjoy myself. I’m sure most teens could say the same thing about at least one activity in their life - whether it’s a sport, a fine art, or something else. Activities like these can be a sanctuary for anyone. [continued pg 10]
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ne day, however, all of this changed.
“This was becoming more and more of a reality because I was doing what I loved.”
I was a member of the JV soccer team at Parkway Central High my sophomore year of high school. It was the third game of the high school season - something I’d been looking forward to for nearly a year. The game was scoreless with ten minutes on the clock. Even though the game was tied, I was playing one of my best games yet. I controlled the game with every touch, pass, and shot. I finally felt confident in my play-style. I received the ball from a teammate, turned past a towering defender, and set up my second touch for the game winning shot, … but the shot never got off my foot. The defender had slid into the back of my left leg. It broke before I even touched the ground. Every nerve in my leg went completely numb. Just like that, my season was over before it could truly begin. Even though I
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had drawn the game-winning penalty, nothing could make up for the fact that soccer, my sanctuary, was gone for a long time. From this point on, my life became tougher and tougher each day. Besides the fact that I had to swing my motionless body around on crutches all day, my mental health tanked to a place it had never been before. After all, soccer was my sanctuary. It was the only thing in my life where I could set my worries to the side and just enjoy the competition soccer provides. My broken leg became the catalyst of many other issues occurring in my life, and I was too scared to speak up. That is, until I had no other choice. Being constantly weighed down by depression, anxiety, and pain felt worse than the actual break in my leg. I reached out for help because I truly needed it. With the support of my family, friends, and more
special people in my life, I slowly recovered. The road to recovery was not easy, both physically and mentally. It took a bunch of perseverance and determination, but I did it. After four months of hard work, support, and recovery, I finally achieved my goal. Now, my leg is completely healed, my mental state is better than ever, and I have the best grades I’ve ever had in high school. I wanted to share this story because there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Regardless of age, gender, or race, everyone goes through struggles every day. No matter the magnitude of one’s struggles, every one of them can be overcome. With hard work, determination, and a strong support group, anything can be overcome. I promise. I did it, so you can too.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
BABY
Tips for Bringing Home a Sibling Scenario: You have your nice family, with a child at home, and you decide to bring home another. It is just about to be “that day”, and you stop to wonder: What if we don’t like this change? What if the one already at home feels jealous? How do we make everyone feel included in this process?
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egardless of whether you are giving birth to a baby, adopting a baby/child, or merging families, there are similarities seen during this transition time. Children can react with attentionseeking behavior, direct aggression, denial and withdrawal. They can also react with increased maturity and independence. Some days they do both, only minutes apart. Here are some common practices and suggestions that can ease this transition period.
Gifts From and To New Sibling ❤
Some families opt to pre-buy a gift from the NEW sibling to the sibling who is already home.
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Some families opt to help the sibling who is home, make or get a gift to give to the new sibling.
Certainly both of the above have benefits. Developmentally, the second option is better for a child who is going to say, “Wait, that one is new. How did s/he get me something?” It is also better in fostering big sibling/little sibling roles, to have the big sibling be responsible for creating something for the new sibling. This may ease some jealousy later on, in addition to reducing some of the regression that is often seen.
Special Toy Basket ❤
In the weeks before bringing home the new sibling, start finding toys, books, and activities that the sibling can do when your hands are full with the new sibling. This “special toy basket” can be kept in the new sibling’s room, and can only be accessed when your attention is split. Some parents find that when the children get to play with something special like that, they actually don’t mind the temporary shift of attention.
Restructuring a family almost always comes with a transition period. Doing what you can to help, not only reduces meltdowns, but also has long-lasting benefits to family dynamics and relationships.
References: Griffin, E. W., & de la Torre, C. (1985). New baby in the house: Sibling jealousy. Medical Aspects of Human Sexuality, 19(3), 110–116. Volling, B. L., Yu, T., Gonzalez, R., Kennedy, D. E., Rosenberg, L., & Oh, W. (2014). Children’s responses to mother– infant and father–infant interaction with a baby sibling: Jealousy or joy? Journal of Family Psychology, 28(5), 634–644.
Gifts From Parents ❤
Some families ask close friends and relatives to bring a small gift for the sibling at home, if they are planning on bringing one for the new sibling. These are a “welcome” gift and a “congratulations-on-becoming-a-big-sibling” gift.
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Some families keep a stash of wrapped gifts that the sibling can have one from, for whenever someone brings a gift for the new sibling.
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fuN facts: Founded in 1915, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a world leader in the study, appreciation, and conservation of birds. They use scientific excellence and technological innovation to advance the understanding of nature and to engage people of all ages in learning about birds and protecting the planet. You can get involved by going to their website: www.birds.cornell.edu/page.aspx?pid=1664 There are between 10,000 and 20,000 species of birds. The chicken is the most common species of bird found around the world. The ostrich is the largest bird, and the bee hummingbird is the smallest. Birds have hollow bones which help them fly. They are thought to have evolved from theropod dinosaurs.
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Goodie Bags & Birthday Parties
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“Wait! You can’t leave yet! I need to get you your goodie bag!” **Cue silent groan from parent of birthday party guest.** Inner speech, “So nice of them, but we really don’t need any more junk. What are we going to do with this?” In an audible voice, “Thank you so much!”
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hat is a goodie bag, or a party favor? It is typically a small gift given to the guests at a party, as a gesture of thanks for their attendance, something from which to remember the occasion, or simply a tool to celebrate the day, like a glow-bracelet. The idea of giving small gifts is rooted in the history of weddings. Over the years, it has become a tradition in some cultures, to give goodie bags at any present-giving event that guests pay money to attend. The token is a very nice one in concept but can get very costly to both the party host and the guest. For many organization galas that cost $100+, the goodie bag/gift is supposed to be a reminder to make an additional contribution to the organization. For weddings and Bar/Bat Mitzvah parties, it is typically used to mark the occasion and say thank you for celebrating with the hosts. For children’s birthday parties, the meaning is often lost. So, plastic bags with plastic trinkets and candy are often expected by the children. If the goal is for the birthday child to learn how to say thank you for a gift received, there are ways to do it that do not cost as much money and still teach the lesson.
Alternatives to the typical “Goodie Bag”: Make labels that say, “Thank you for helping us celebrate. Our party was more special because you were here.” Attach these labels to a small baggie of Hershey’s Kisses and Hugs; the same number of candy pieces as age of the child. For example, for a 5-year-old’s birthday party, there would be 5 Hershey’s kisses and 5 Hershey’s hugs. Make labels that say, “Thank you for helping us celebrate! Instead of a goodie bag, we are going to donate $1 per guest to the ______________ organization, under the name “Ben Cohen’s 5th birthday party guests.” Purchase age appropriate books that cost $3 or less. Allow each guest to choose a book, as they leave the party. You can create bookmarks that say, “Thank you for helping us celebrate!” There are many gifts that a host can give to a guest to show their appreciation. The question is, do you also send thank you cards? Trying to get most young children to write out thank you cards is a Herculean effort!! If a simple goodie bag with a note of appreciation does the trick, it is often preferable!
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Summer Fun at Shaare Emeth During the summer months, Shaare Emeth is teeming with children smiling from ear to ear as they learn, grow, explore, and make friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.
A Compassionate and Inclusive Community that Makes Judaism Relevant, Meaningful and Joyful For over 150 years, Congregation Shaare Emeth has been a beacon of the St. Louis Jewish community. With over 1,500 families, we strive to be a diverse and welcoming Congregation where both members and guests feel a strong sense of community, are intellectually and spiritually engaged, are inspired and stimulated, and are challenged by Reform Jewish tradition. We are intentional in building a strong foundation for the future. We encourage the participation of interfaith couples and families, as well as people of all backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We welcome children and adults with disabilities and their families, accommodating any special needs and striving to ensure that our programs and facilities are accessible to all. We are committed to living in community, being aware of the sacred in our lives, acting as agents of social justice and change, and to lifelong Jewish learning. We believe that our Jewish tenets, values, texts, and traditions have much to offer us in all stages of life. Therefore, we incorporate them into our thriving youth engagement programs. Congregation Shaare Emeth’s summer camps, preschool, and Early Childhood Engagement events bring children and families closer to one another, their Judaism, and their community.
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Every summer for 12 weeks, Congregation Shaare Emeth’s Shirlee Green Preschool transforms into Camp Micah — a Jewish day camp for young children, ages six weeks to pre-kindergarten. Supervised by a full-time Camp Director, and staffed by experienced counselors and teachers, Camp Micah is where young children learn, play, and discover. Within the typical camp day, campers engage in various activities including art, science, outside water play, yoga with a certified child yoga instructor, music, and Shabbat programming. Additionally, campers have the special opportunity to explore and learn in the Outdoor Kitah — Shirlee Green Preschool’s outdoor classroom. This outside space promotes experiential learning, creativity, and imagination. In the lush Mitzvah Garden area, students watch seeds grow into pumpkins, flowers,
Camp Micah and trees. During Camp Micah the food grown in the Outdoor Kitah is often used during cooking classes or donated to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry. It is through this outlet that our young campers learn about the sacredness of nature and the importance of loving-kindness, patience, and other Jewish values. We look forward to the summer 2019 theme: “Out of This World” — a theme focused on space exploration! Registration for Camp Micah 2019 sessions (May 28 - August 16) opens February 19.
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Camp Emeth Since 1988, Camp Emeth has provided a structured and innovative day camp experience for Jewish children in the St. Louis community. Located on the grounds of Congregation Shaare Emeth, the camp makes full use of the Congregation’s 22 acres, as well as its extensive indoor and outdoor facilities. As an American Camp Association accredited camp, Camp Emeth operates under the highest standards of health, safety, and program quality. Supervised by a full-time Camp Director and staffed by dedicated and trained counselors, Camp Emeth provides campers, ages kindergarten to 8th grade, the opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends, discover their strengths, and feel connected, all within the context of Reform Judaism. Daily camp activities include swimming, arts & crafts, music, sports, Israel programming, outdoor activities and more. Throughout camp, we engage our campers in meaningful Jewish learning and activities, including Israeli dance, Yom Sport (sports day), Shabbat celebrations, and activities led by the St. Louis shinshin, an 18-year-old Israeli volunteer who lives and works in the St. Louis Jewish community for one year. We are excited for the summer 2019 camp theme: “Etz Chayim” — Tree of Life, which will focus on the values and life lessons of the Torah. Camp Emeth runs for a total of eight weeks with flexible weekly registration options. The 2019 session is open from June 10 - August 2. This year we are excited to unveil our new online registration. Visit our website, www.sestl.org/campemeth, in January 2019 to register.
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All Year Long Throughout the year, Congregation Shaare Emeth is dedicated to providing the community with high-quality, educational, and fun programming for young children and their families. Whether it is through the Congregation’s Early Childhood Engagement events or through Shirlee Green Preschool, we foster within our young members a special love for Judaism, family, curiosity, and community.
Shirlee Green Preschool Early Childhood Engagement Families experiencing Judaism together is the guiding vision behind Shaare Emeth’s Early Childhood Engagement program. Throughout the year, we offer many excellent engagement opportunities for children in 2nd grade and younger. Our programs place a special emphasis on learning, celebration, and play. Each event features interactive activities for children and opportunities for parents to connect and socialize. In addition to specific holiday and social events, the Early Childhood Engagement program holds Tater Tot Shabbat roughly once a month. This Friday evening Shabbat celebration includes an interactive, developmentally appropriate prayer experience for young children, followed by a kid-friendly Shabbat dinner and activities. Our young children enjoy singing fun Shabbat songs with members of our clergy, as well as spending time with Mitzvah Moose — the friendly Shaare Emeth Tater Tot Shabbat puppet and mascot! All Early Childhood Engagement events are free and open to members and guests. We hope that you will find time to join us at the upcoming Tater Tot Shabbat on Friday, January 11, at 5:30 p.m. RSVPs are required in order to help with planning. To RSVP and to learn more, please visit us online at www.sestl.org/ece.
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Shirlee Green Preschool is founded on a whole-child philosophy that shapes our teaching, curriculum, programming, and environment. We come to know each child as an individual through our focus on academic preparedness, physical development, and spiritual exploration. We address concerns and celebrate successes and milestones both great and small. We are intentional in every aspect of our day and environment, from the calm and soft lighting in our classrooms to the Torah Alive program that brings our Jewish stories and lessons to life. Our dedicated, loving, and experienced staff of teachers, specialists, and a certified American Sign Language (ASL) facilitator, operate on a learner-centered framework, in which our children construct their knowledge through interactions with physical and social environments. Our preschoolers enjoy weekly yoga with a certified child yoga instructor, music, nature exploration in our Outdoor Kitah, and science learning in our Exploration Center, in which we care for our many preschool animals. Throughout the week, students of Shirlee Green also enjoy spending time with Sissy, our very own therapy pig! Sissy, loved and kept by Shaare Emeth Director of Early Childhood Engagement, Karen Lucy, visits classrooms and teaches children how to use gentle hands, relax, and stay calm. For more information about our preschool staff, activities, and Sissy the Therapy Pig, visit us online at www.preschool.sestl.org or call us at 314-569-0048.
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Mitzvah Garden Pictured Above Congregation Shaare Emeth is proud to offer innovative, fun, and educational youth programs. Through our camps, preschool, and Early Childhood Engagement events we are fostering a future generation that experiences Judaism as relevant, meaningful, and joyful.
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Urgent versus Emergent Scenario: It is a school evening, right before bedtime routines get started, and you just sat down to check your email. Your 11-year-old comes over and says, “I need you now.” You respond with, “Is someone bleeding?” “No. But it is REALLY important and urgent.” “Okay fine. What is it?”, you answer. Your 11-year-old comes back to you with a piece of paper. “This needs your signature, right now!”, he says. You look at it. It is a reading log of minutes, such that if there are a certain number of minutes read, he will get a free pass to an amusement park. You look at him like he has 8 heads, “THIS is urgent???”
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any parents find that the constant attention that must be paid to the urgings and attention-seeking behavior of a 3-year-old, tend to decrease when the child is 6-yearsold. By the time the child is 8-years-old, it is almost a faded memory. But then something seems to happen again in the tween years that mark a redefining of Emergent, Urgent, and Can-Wait. There has been study of this topic in Psychology, but it is under the topic of Self-Control and Impulsiveness. SelfControl is often defined as the tendency to avoid doing something when the long-term costs exceed the short-term benefits (Hirschi and Gottfredson, 2001.) For example, if you really want a piece of chocolate, but you have been eating healthy for a while already, the short-term pleasure of the chocolate may not be better than the long-term benefits of being healthy. This idea translates into a “I want it now” mindset, without thinking of the reaction of others. Meldrum & Hay (2011) report two main aspects of selfcontrol in children. One main cause of demonstrating self-control is effective child-rearing. There are a number of studies that find a significant link between parenting and self-control. A second main cause is peer effect. Prosocial peers can discourage a lack of self-control, and peers who
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are not a good influence can have the opposite effect. This is seen more in tweens than in earlier ages because this is when the peer group becomes more relevant in the lives of children, from interactions on the school bus, during lunch, and during recess. One of the best ways to address this is to rely on your role of parent and ask your tween for details about the day, especially the times of day when the peers have influence. You can roleplay, and define what prosocial behaviors are, as well as what self-control, peer pressure, urgency and emergency mean. By defining, discussing, and helping the tween understand what these concepts are in real-time contexts, you can help your tween-ager make appropriate choices both in their everyday actions, as well as in figuring out when something is truly urgent.
References: Gagne, J. R. (2017). Self-Control in Childhood: A Synthesis of Perspectives and Focus on Early Development. Child Development Perspectives, 11(2), 127–132 Wilkinson, R. B. (2004). The Role of Parental and Peer Attachment in the Psychological Health and SelfEsteem of Adolescents. Journal of Youth & Adolescence, 33(6), 479–493.
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Meet our new PJ Library Parent Ambassadors! Looking to meet other Jewish families in St. Louis? Our team of PJ Library Ambassadors can't wait to meet you!
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.
Abby Goldstein, Aleeza Granote, and MaryAnne Smyly Sabin all have young children and share a passion of connecting children and their parents to each other and to Jewish experiences.
Abby Goldstein: Targeting families with kids 0-3 years east of 270,abby@ jfedstl.org As PJ Parent Ambassador, I look forward to making authentic connections with other parents who are in the same season of life. I am also passionate about creating opportunities for families to have meaningful Jewish experiences and believe that the more personal and tailored to individuals that these experiences are, the more likely these families are going to be to become active participants in our Jewish community.”
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months), and we love having PJ Library! Each month, my daughter is excited to receive a book and read it. We treasure the moments of connection through our Jewish identity.”
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Be a Stroke Hero
BY KRISTIN GUILLIAMS, MD Neurologist Saint Louis Children’s Hospital
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When I was little, I loved wearing my SuperGirl pajamas. With my blazing “S” across my chest, I rescued my stuffed animals from peril, often just in the nick of time, which coincidentally was also my bedtime.
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ot surprisingly, Wonder Woman, Superman, and Batman have always been some of my favorite characters and heroes. Recently though, I noticed in movies, many times the true heroes aren’t the ones in a costume. More often than not, it takes someone alerting the superhero to the problem. Batman relied on someone recognizing there was an emergency and sending the Bat-Signal. Without it, Batman would rarely be able to save the day. While we aren’t superheroes, pediatric neurologists also rely on others recognizing the emergency and alerting us to a possible stroke in a child. “I had no idea a kid could have a stroke,” is one of the most common phrases I hear from families and friends of our pediatric stroke patients. While strokes happen much less frequently in children than in adults, pediatric strokes are more common than you may think. In fact, they occur more frequently than pediatric brain tumors. Most people have heard that children may have brain tumors, but not everyone knows that kids can have strokes. The American Stroke Association estimates strokes occur in six out of every 100,000 children per year. According to the US Census, there are approximately 74,000,000 children under 18 years of age in the US this means there could be more than 4,000 pediatric strokes in the US each year and unfortunately stroke still remains one of the top causes of mortality in children ages 1-18 years of age. Children don’t accumulate years of smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or have most of the common
stroke risk factors for adults—so why would a kid have a stroke? A few common reasons include trauma, particularly to the head or neck, which may cause injury to blood vessels in the brain--clotting disorders, abnormal blood vessel growth, heart conditions, or sickle cell disease. Whatever the reason, stroke is a brain emergency. You can be a Stroke Hero by learning the signs of a stroke and calling for help immediately. The signs and symptoms of a stroke in a child may be similar to adults and are remembered by the acronym “FAST”:
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- Time to call 9-1-1
Kids may also have a short seizure or headache in addition to the above symptoms. Sometimes our pediatric stroke team is able to use clotbusting or clot-retrieving therapies if we can diagnose a stroke within the first few hours. Always, we are able to provide stroke-specific care to help the child and family; however, none of this can happen without someone recognizing the signs of a stroke. Knowledge is power—knowing that kids can have strokes and recognizing the signs means you have superpowers and can be a pediatric stroke hero.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
TEEN
Can Drinking Really Hurt My Brain? Do you remember the (now) old Public Service Announcement with the egg: This is your brain. This is your brain on drugs (cracked and splattered on the blacktop)? It was a successful campaign because it had shock value at the time, and because of how visual it was. Today … well, a cracked egg likely wouldn’t have much shock value for drugs or alcohol.
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oday’s teens are smart and information-hungry. They want to know WHY they shouldn’t drink alcohol until they are 21 years old. They want to know why it isn’t just another silly, random rule for them to follow. They do not want to feel left out of the adult world-- especially if their parents sometimes let them take a taste. Thankfully, there are enough studies of the tween and teen brains- both with normal maturational changes and with those in teens who consumed alcohol at different ages to give the teens the evidence they need to consciously and explicitly make the choice to wait until their brain matures before consuming alcohol. (It really isn’t based on 21 being a magical number!)
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It is first important to detail a methodological concern. Recent studies have focused on looking at the actual activation areas in the brains of teens who drink versus those who don’t, as well as adults who drank different amounts of alcohol at different ages, from 14 years and up. While these neuroimaging studies provide evidence for differences in activation patterns in particular regions of the brain, it is hard to say if alcohol caused the differences in the brain, or if the brain is being different to start with, caused the person to drink more. The most uncontested results from the research studies provide clear evidence that drinking alcohol between the ages of 14- 21 years has long-lasting negative effects when compared to waiting until after the age of 21 years. It is DANGEROUS!
Study results: Risk taking, exploration, novelty, sensation seeking, social interaction, reduced responses to aversive stimuli, and other complex processes are characteristics linked to maturation of brain structure that occurs in adolescence. Nutrition, alcohol exposure, and multiple other environmental factors, in addition to genetics, are known to impact frontal cortical synaptic refinement and increased myelination that happens in the teen brain. Study subjects in their early 20s were found to be more sensitive to the effects of ethanol on multiple memory tasks than those in their late 20s. The younger brain was MORE negatively affected by the alcohol than the older brain. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging studies find lower GABA in the frontal cortex in 18- 24-year-old binge drinkers compared with light drinkers. Further, binge drinkers with blackouts additionally had lower levels of frontal cortical glutamate. GABA, a neurotransmitter that sends chemical messages through the brain and the nervous system, is important for inhibiting or reducing the activity of the neurons or nerve cells. If teens disrupt the development of inhibition, it can affect the brain’s future ability to do so correctly. If you interfere with how the brain is supposed to mature, you may do so permanently. Large longitudinal population studies find that the younger the age of drinking onset, the greater the prevalence of lifetime alcohol dependence, and Alcoholism.
Studies keep finding a relationship between cumulative alcohol use and HMGB1 and TLR gene induction in the brain, providing support for the hypothesis that alcoholinduced neuroimmune signaling results in long-term changes in brain function and neurodegeneration. Various higher order cognitive functions involving inhibitory control, such as working memory, as well as mediating fronto-striatal (inhibition), fronto-parietal (working memory) and striato-limbic (reward sensitivity) neural networks, differ in those who drank alcohol at younger ages compared to those who were older. The effects of alcohol on the actual development of the teen brain, are real and potentially permanent. Waiting just 10 years, keeps teens alive, capable of reaching their potential, and making safer decisions.
References: Bourque, J., Baker, R., Dagher, A., Evans, A., Garavan, H., Leyton, M., Seguin, J., Pihi, R., & Conrod, P. (2016). Effects of delaying binge drinking on adolescent brain development: a longitudinal neuroimaging study., BMC Psychiatry, 16, p. 445. Crews, F., Vetreno, R., Broadwater, M., & Robinson, D. (2016). Adolescent Alcohol Exposure Persistently Impacts Adult Neurobiology and Behavior. Pharmacol Review, 68(4), p.1074-1109. Silveri MM, Cohen-Gilbert J, Crowley DJ, Rosso IM, Jensen JE, Sneider JT. (2014) Altered anterior cingulate neurochemistry in emerging adult binge drinkers with a history of alcohol-induced blackouts. Alcohol Clin Exp Res 38:969–979. Vetreno RP, Qin L, Crews FT. (2013) Increased receptor for advanced glycation end product expression in the human alcoholic prefrontal cortex is linked to adolescent drinking. Neurobiol Dis 59:52–62.
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NUTRITION NUGGETS
Woof, Bark, Bow Wow ... Three Barks for Your Furry Family Story telling is a good winter activity, so this is my round-about long story about dogs and hurricanes that will eventually be about food and healthy lifestyles.
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uch to my chagrin, my daughter has a passion for dogs. Last May, the parentalalliance caved and we acquired a puppy. Needless to say, it’s been a major lifestyle adjustment, but in a not-so-terrible way. Last month, when Hurricane Michael struck Panama City, Florida our biggest concern was for our family who live there. As we listened to stories about destruction and damage to homes, we were thankful to hear that our family was safe and very fortunate to only have incurred minimal damage to their home. Soon we began to wonder about all the families who were displaced, had to evacuate, or found themselves in shelters. It occurred to us that there was never news about these family’s pets or how the animal shelters survived the storm? What happened to all the animals? If the people in Panama City had no power, no water, no access to food, how were the pets being cared for? Do animal shelters have evacuation plans? Do animal shelters have generators? Can people in shelters bring their pets? (seems unlikely). All these unanswered questions, prompted my daughter’s decision to embark on a worthy bat mitzvah project to collect pet donation items for the hurricane-destroyed animal shelters/humane society in Panama City. Which brings me to the food part of this story. Inviting pets into our lives includes feeding them, and feeding pets healthy food seems aligned with feeding our families healthy food, after all, our pets are our furry family. Having a dog is a big responsibility, but it does bring a lot of silly ridiculousness to our house. I’m saddened for all the displaced families who’ve survived weatherrelated destruction in North Florida (and Puerto Rico, North and South Carolina,
Houston, and California) and wonder if their grief is compounded by worry about their pets. So, for me, this holiday season is really about taking time to recognize, appreciate, and deeply value the comfort of a safe home, access to power, water, and food…. and that having a dog is actually a simple thing that brings joy to my family. While many people find December a stressful month because the cold weather discourages outdoor activities, and endless food such as cookies and dessert treats, magically appear to tempt us to overeat. In my expert opinion, reducing holiday stress, reflecting on what is important, and maintaining healthy eating can all be managed by having a dog! Dogs are an excellent weight management strategy, not because your dog will eat your food, but because walking a dog is good exercise. Once winter arrives and we want to hibernate from the cold…no can do with a dog, she/he needs to go outside, so you might as well slide on your boots and take a long walk. Enjoy the peaceful quiet of a winter morning and feel good about doing something healthy for yourself and your dog. A dog’s life is pretty sweet, so when you are inside baking, why not try making homemade, healthy dog treats to celebrate your furry family. There are many recipes online! It’s a fun way to bake with your kids and you KNOW your dog really will be your best friend! Less cookies for you, more love from your dog. Plus, your neighbors and friends might be pleasantly surprised by receiving homemade dog treats instead of cookies….or in addition to your famous cookies…share the joy.
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Grandparent Gab Recipes and other Traditions
What is your favorite thing to do? What have you done consistently for many years? What records do you have of those things? What do others think is important to you? What do you want others to know is important to you?
In today’s digital age, many people communicate
with family over text, Facebook, and phone. They form impressions of what is important to the person they are interacting with, e.g. mah jong, golf, or holiday cooking. These impressions then get solidified over time as part of a person’s story. Creating a family legacy means different things to different people. For some, it is how much money is left to a future generation. For others, it is the “story” that is passed on to the next generations. When young children have to do the family tree projects at school, they often wonder what their family members’ stories are. As mature adults, your stories are valuable. The most common ways to record the decades of stories are through:
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Paper and pen, either self-written or with a “ghost writer” Typed into the computer Video-recorded Through albums of photographs, or recipe cards for family favorite recipe books When the idea of writing things down is proposed to many people over the age of 65, the common responses are, “I am too busy to do that right now”, or “My life has not been interesting enough.” Both of these responses may feel right to the person at the time, but would not be agreed with by the younger generations. Children want to know how life was different for older members of their family. Teens want to know what issues older adults had to deal with when they were in their teens.
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One of the best ways to create a written legacy is to start a writing circle with at least 3 others. Agree to meet on a consistent day and time each week. Come up with topics to write about together, but then work on the writing individually. If you want to peer-review each other’s writing for readability and typos, you can, but it is not crucial. You are not being graded.
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In addition to writing for preserving family history for your great, great, great grandchildren, you may actually find that the time you reserve for writing becomes a cherished time for introspection, and a creative time for expressing things you have not thought about in a while.
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FROM THE
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Lillie Danzer
New Day Gluten Free Cafe & Bakery Lillie Danzer is the owner of New Day Gluten Free, a gluten and peanut free cafe and bakery located in Clayton that also specializes in catering, wholesale, and stunning custom cakes. As someone who has been diagnosed with Celiac Disease, Lillie finds it necessary to provide a safe place for people with allergies to enjoy the eating out experience and provide options that do not otherwise exist. When not working, Lillie spends her time with family, and working with families and children who are battling cancer.
Living a gluten-free lifestyle can be incredibly rewarding and incredibly challenging. As one eliminates gluten, they can almost immediately see the emotional and physical benefits. People report sleeping better, concentrating better, and an overall improved general wellness. However, the lifestyle implications are also just as immediate. Simple things become complicated, such as going out to eat or going grocery shopping. This can become even more frustrating when interacting with personnel that don’t fully understand your eating requirements. Take for example, a while back when someone from a local bakery called a local radio show and told them that they work in a bakery and tell people things are gluten-free when they are not. This sent a significant ripple of doubt throughout the gluten-free community. Everyone began to wonder and question if what he or she was eating was safe. The lifestyle challenges also present a major concern during the holiday season with all the social eating that occurs at parties, dinners, and outings. While there is some level of trust that is required when eating food not prepared in a dedicated gluten-free facility, there are numerous steps that can be taken to help ensure a safe and enjoyable dining experience.
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Don’t be afraid to experiment. Try some new foods or some new recipes. Sometimes expanding our eating comfort zone brings wonderful surprises of new safe delicious foods we can eat. If you know you are going to be going out to a local restaurant, do some research before you go. Check their website for an allergen menu. Call ahead and ask to speak with a manager to check what options may be available. Also, talk with them about what potential cross-contamination issues may arise, and what procedures they have in place to prevent it. Cross-contamination is typically the number one reason people with gluten allergies come into contact with gluten. When you arrive, make sure that you inform the staff of your dietary restrictions in a courteous manner. This can often be a humbling and frustrating experience as not everyone is wanting or willing to actively listen to ensure your safety, and it is something you have to do frequently. However, this educational step is important for not only ensuring your food is gluten-free but also in creating more safe options in the future. Lastly, if you are unable to do some research, or after your research, you still have some concerns, don’t be afraid to bring your own food. This will also require some educating of the host and other guests but is often understood in the context of preventing cross contamination and illness. If this is something you are uncomfortable with, it may be worth skipping eating during the event. Remember your well-being is more important than social eating. The gluten-free lifestyle can be challenging especially when navigating eating outside of the home. However, taking a few steps and being confident in your interactions can help you enjoy all of the holiday experiences.
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JEWISH
HOLIDAY EXPLAINED
January 1st, The Secular New Year One of the interesting things about “Happy New Year!!” is that it is supposed to mark the beginning of, well, a new year. For Jewish people, with a different calendar, the new year that is marked and celebrated, is known as Rosh Hashannah (or head of the year.) The Jewish new year happens sometime between late August and early October, depending on the year. The Secular new year is always on January 1st. The Jewish new year is a solemn day. The Secular new year is a happy, and sometimes wild, celebration.
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Recognizing these differences between the two “new years”, many people then wonder what the Jewish community does with January 1st, especially given its Christian roots, and the period of increased AntiSemitism and persecution of Jewish people in Europe from December 25th- January 1st, starting at least as early as 1578.
Unlike with Rosh Hashannah, there is not one way that the majority of Jewish people mark January 1st, the Secular New Year. Some mark with huge parties, noise makers, and champagne. Some mark wtih a quiet family dinner or smaller gatherings. Some say Happy Secular New Year to family and friends. Some go out to Chinese food restaurants. Some don’t mark it at all- for reasons ranging from it is not their holiday to it is a time to remember its roots and consequences. It is certainly not a biblical holiday for any of the Jewish community members, so if someone follows only the biblical holidays, s/he will not at all mark January 1st. Many Jewish people choose to take a Jewish approach to the secular holiday, and find their own meaning in it. This is yet another way in which freedom to be thoughtful and different can be seen even within one community.
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In Between Things It turns out that I like giraffes. I found out from my daughter. As usual, we were playing a word game — 20 Questions, or the Alphabet Game—to pass the time between school or lessons or errands. I thought she liked it, or she thought I liked it. Maybe we were both right.
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“Is it a giraffe?” Me: “WHAAAT? YES.” “I know you like giraffes.” I guess I had been talking a lot about giraffes lately, mainly insisting that if giraffes had batwings, they’d be dragons. She seemed dubious, and therefore, needed more convincing. But I didn’t put it together until she saw it for me. In between word games, during the warm weather, we went to the park. It wasn’t something I did much as a kid growing up in the city, but I started taking my daughter because it seemed like something I was supposed to do when she was little to pass the time, and then we never stopped. She climbed, we walked, she would swing, I would push, and we talked, sometimes about giraffes, but mainly about nothing, silly stuff—cartoons, bugs, cloud shapes. Me: “That cloud looks like a sheep.” Her: “All clouds look like sheep.” She rushed me to the next slide, and I tried not to rush her. I often overheard parents threatening to leave their kids behind if they didn’t hurry up, which struck me as an ironic threat, since staying in the park was what the kids really wanted. But they must have had important things to get to. In the cold weather, we went sledding in the field behind the house. I didn’t sled as a kid myself. But when the snow fell and my daughter thought it would be funny to see me try, I did. Then we slid down the hill together on the same sled, and then together on the sled with the dog on our laps, her ears flapping in the gusts, me wincing, my daughter laughing. In all weather, even rain, we sat on our backyard swings, her swinging fast and high, me with my toes still touching the ground, barely moving so I didn’t get vertigo, and often so quiet out that it was like we were the last people on earth, in a good way. After exhausting 20 Questions and the Alphabet Game over the years, we settled on the “Or” Game. It started out reasonable: Cat or dog? Car or bike? Pizza or grilled cheese? At first she wanted context—isn’t the answer usually “it depends”? But “it depends” turned out to be
splitting hairs, and the game didn’t need logic anyway— or, better yet, it developed an unspoken logic of its own. Boots or flip-flops? Flip-flops. Flip-flops or sneakers? Sneakers. Sneakers or boots? Boots. Of course. After a few hours over several days, all the obvious “Or”s depleted, I needed fresh, um, ore. Cat or car? “What?” Cat or car? “That doesn’t make sense.” “You know the rules. You must choose.”
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“I know.” It turns out that there are a lot of giraffes. In the moment, we think we need to pass the time between the real things that constitute life. And then, years later, when we don’t remember the particulars of accumulated events and the many school conferences, recitals, and games blur, we realize that the time between the real things may have been the real things. With kids, there is no such thing as wasting time. You’d think something so big wouldn’t be hard to see, but it took my daughter to show it to me, another giraffe that, without her, I would have missed. I thought she liked our time together, and she thought I liked it. We were definitely both right.
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Sophia's Jewelry Studio
Sunshine Entertainment Group
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Olympia Gymnastics
The Elder & Estate Planning Law Firm
Shaare Emeth
Little Sunshine's Playhouse &
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Easy Baby Travel
School Music USA
Shred 415
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Schnucks Markets
The Little Medical School
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Rovinsky
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES: PRESENTED BY GOOD MEETS WORLD & ST LOUIS JEWISH PARENTS MAGAZINE
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The Great Gift Hunt
Seniors
12/1
All day long
Win by making a purchase on The Loop from a participating retail or dining location and get a gift bag containing one of many prizes including $25 gift cards, or the Great Gift made up of $1000 in prizes from businesses on the Delmar Loop. THE LOOP
Tween/Teen
12/1 6:30pm-9:30pm First come, first serve basis. Reservations are not available. Rides last approximately 10 minutes and the carriages accommodate 4-6 people. IN FRONT OF THE BREAD CO
Secular
12/1 9am Our weekly “Classics 4 Kids” program is hosted by Kathy Lawton Brown. This show brings the world of classical music alive for children. CLASSIC 107.3 AND 96.3 HD2 FREE
Havdallah and Chanukkah Kids Party
12/1 6pm-8pm
Jewish
12/2 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.
Hands on Hanukkah
12/2 10am-12pm Celebrate Hanukkah while getting those last minute gifts. Come enjoy arts and crafts, dreidel spinning, face painting, snacks and more! Preregistration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. BARNES & NOBLE, 8871 LADUE RD, 63124 FREE
Chanukah - Pincus and the Pig A Klezmer Tale
Join us for a Havdallah Smores and Chanukkah party. There will be craft projects, snacks, storytelling and more. For more information including cost per family, please contact Alana Minoff at alanaminoff@gmail.com.
Celebrate Chanukah with PJ Library
12/1 6:30pm-8pm Decorate a gingerbread house, celebrate Chanukah, and meet some new friends at Sweetology!
Chanukah Festival of Lights
12/2 12pm-4pm A traditional Jewish holiday celebration that includes festive Israeli music and dance, a menorahlighting ceremony and Chanukah merchandise provided by local vendors and the Garden Gate Shop. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION
Chanukah Experience at The Home Depot
12/2 1:30pm-4:30pm Join with families from across St. Louis for this annual mega Chanukah event!
A Chanukah Celebration
12/2 4pm-5pm Come listen to Radio Arts Foundation's presentation of Chicago A capella CLASSIC 107.3 AND 96.3 HD2 FREE
Itzhak Perlman's Chanukah Radio Party
CALENDAR
Schools & Synagogues
Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
Free Carriage Rides at Westport Plaza
9214 CLAYTON RD 63124 FREE
Sunday
12/2 5pm-6pm Tune into Radio Arts Foundation's presentation of Itzhak Perlman! CLASSIC 107.3 AND 96.3 HD2 FREE
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Tuesday
12/3 10:30am-11:30am
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment.
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.
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Chanukah Luncheon with Yiddish music
12/3 12pm-2pm Join seniors from Temple Emmanuel, Congregation Shaare Emeth, Congregation Temple Israel and United Hebrew Congregation for a Seniors Chanukah Luncheon featuring Will Soll and the Youngers of Zion. Will Soll (voice, mandolin, guitar, tenor banjo) is among St. Louis’ most passionate and prolific advocates of Yiddish music. SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE RD, 63141 $10
Harper School Playgroup Healthy Screen Time for Youngsters
12/3 10am-11am Come enjoy a fun filled morning with your little one; craft, snack, free play and more. While the children play, the parents can learn more about our favorite quality online apps/programs for preschoolers like Khan Academy for Kids and Duck Duck Moose. Ages 2-5 with an adult. 11155 CLAYTON ROAD, 63131 FREE
Skating at Steinberg Rink
12/3 10am-9pm Steinberg Skating Rink is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest, offering public skating all day, everyday—including all holidays. We are always open no matter what the temperature is. Your skate admission is valid for all day. FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
Israeli Folk Dancing
12/3 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! We now have a beginner's class! MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON
12/4 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@ BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
12/4 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
Device Advice: Try Before you buy
12/4 1pm-3pm If you're in the market for a new tablet, smartphone or eReader device, join us for this informative discussion as we explore the differences between them. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
12/4 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
Mascots and Menorahs
12/4 6pm-7pm Join us for Mascots and Menorahs an evening of fun with Fredbird and Louie, and community. UNITED HEBREW CONGREGATION, 13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE
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Science Storytime at the Science Center
12/5 10:15am-11:15am Presented by Ready Readers: Enjoy an interactive reading of a science themed story, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book is featured each week. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Walking Tour of the Museum Circle and Indoor Exhibition
12/5 10:30am-11:30am All ages can enjoy Laumeier Sculpture park! 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 $5 PER NON-MEMBER
Wine Down Wednesday
12/5 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
Annual Cholent Cook-Off
12/5 7:30pm-8:30pm Come taste and vote!! Please also bring canned goods for Tomchei Shabbos.
YOUNG ISRAEL, 8101 DELMAR BLVD. $5 PER PERSON
Hannukah Self Care
12/5 7:30pm-9:30pm Come celebrate Hannakah with Next Dor! With the extra darkness that winter brings, let's create some light. We'll not only be lighting the chanakiah together, but we'll also be painting candle holders. We'll serve apps, desserts, and mulled wine. NEXT DOR, 5062 WATERMAN BLVD, 63108 FREE
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Friday
Saturday
Super Smash Bros Wii U
Open Play at the J
Tot Shabbat
Ages 11-14 years!! Join us for a night of Super Smash Bros Wii U! Bring your own controller or use ours.
Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment.
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.
12/6 6pm-8pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Anime Club
12/6 6pm-8pm Otakus, unite! Watch and discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
Museum of Transportation
12/6 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Ladies' Knight
12/6 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
Sixth Annual Public Hanukkah Menorah Lighting in The Loop
12/6 6pm Officiated by Rabbi Novak. Featuring live Klezmer Music by a student band, free hot latkes and chocolate gelt, joyous chasidic dancing, and more. LOOP MARKET PLAZA FREE
Chag Habanot, Festival for Chanukah 12/6 7pm-8:30pm
For women, girls, mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, grandmas, friends... Join us for a beautiful lighting of the chanukiah, honoring women from around the world, delicious and warming soups and salads, a fun Chanukah gift game, and Israeli dancing! BAIS ABRAHAM, 6910 DELMAR BLVD, 63130 FREE
12/7 10:30am-11:30am
JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE
Simchat Shabbat at Shaare Emeth 12/7
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
Storytelling in the Museum
12/7 10:30am-11:15am Engaging our youngest visitors and their families in historic objects and museum settings by using traditional and contemporary storybooks. Children will also enjoy a hands-on craft or other activity. Ages 2-5. Focus on Day of the Dead MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
Urban Fort Play Cafe
12/7 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.
12/8 9am-9:30am
SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
12/8 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
Lone Elk Park
12/8 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
Free Carriage Rides at Westport Plaza
12/8 6:30pm-9:30pm First come, first serve basis. Reservations are not available. Rides last approximately 10 minutes and the carriages accommodate 4-6 people. IN FRONT OF THE BREAD CO
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
PJ Library and Rhythm 'n' Ruach
12/7 6pm-8pm Musical Channukah Shabbat.
ADDRESS PROVIDED UPON RSVP FREE, BUT RSVP TO JLOTSOFF@JFEDSTL.ORG
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
12/9 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
St Louis Zoo
Tween/Teen
12/9 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
12/9 1pm-4pm
Secular
Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries.
Jewish Schools & Synagogues
Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment.
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.
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Harper School Playgroup: STEM/Robotics/Coding
12/10 10am-11am Come have fun with us, while exploring hands-on activities geared towards STEM, Robotics and Coding. We will also have free play, snack, a craft and more. Ages 2-5 with an adult. 11155 CLAYTON ROAD, 63131 FREE
Gifted Support Network
12/10 6:30pm-7:45pm Parent Support Group. Open to the Public.
A Chanukah Celebration
Sunday Chess Classes 12/9
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.
CALENDAR
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
Free Open House at St Louis Gym Centre
315 W. PACIFIC AVE
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Tuesday
12/10 10:30am-11:30am
UNLIMITED POTENTIAL COUNSELING & EDUCATION CENTER (O'FALLON, MO) FREE
Old Webster is hosting their annual Cookie Walk in historic Old Webster Groves featuring cookies, shopping, samples, and giveaways! We will be participating by offering a holiday treat and inviting the public to come watch our women's team compete in their intra-squad meet and play in our preschool gyms!
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ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR
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12/10 4pm-5pm Come listen to Radio Arts Foundation's presentation of Chicago A capella CLASSIC 107.3 AND 96.3 HD2 FREE
Itzhak Perlman's Chanukah Radio Party
12/10 5pm-6pm Tune into Radio Arts Foundation's presentation of Itzhak Perlman!
CLASSIC 107.3 AND 96.3 HD2 FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
12/10 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! We now have a beginner's class! MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON
12/11 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
12/11 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
12/11 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
12/11 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
12/11 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.
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Baby-n-Me Classes
Teen Ink
Baby-n-Me Classes
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
Ages 12-16. This monthly workshop offers the chance to share your writing, get feedback from peers, sharpen your skills, and discuss a variety of books and topics. Get ready to use your words!
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
12/12 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Science Storytime at the Science Center
12/12 10:15am-11:15am Presented by Ready Readers: Enjoy an interactive reading of a science themed story, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book is featured each week. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Purina Farms
12/12 9:30am-3:30pm Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore! 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE
Wine Down Wednesday
12/12 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
12/13 6pm-6:55pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
PAWS From Studying
12/13 6pm-7:30pm Take a break from studying with some relaxing activities and crafts. Animals from the APA will be available to provide much-needed stress relief. Ages 11-18. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
2 year old story time
12/13 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Ladies' Knight
12/13 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
Israel Bound Informational Meeting
12/13 7pm-8pm Come learn about this life-changing opportunity for Jewish teens to spend three weeks in Israel with their peers! We will have info about pricing, itinerary, and registration. ADDRESS PROVIDED UPON RSVP RSVP TO KAREN AT KRADER@JFEDSTL.ORG
12/14 10am-11:30am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Open Play at the J
12/14 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment. JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE
Early Childhood Engagement
12/15 9am-10:30am Welcome Winter. 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
Historic Soulard Market
12/15 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
30 Trails in 30 minutes
12/14 9am-5pm Did you know that St. Louis County Parks offers a program devoted to promoting fun, family, and a healthy lifestyle? Our 30/30 Hikes Program designates 30 trails all over the St. Louis County area that take approximately 30 minutes to complete. WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/ PARKSANDRECREATION/TRAILS/ 30-30HIKESPROGRAM FREE
Laser Tag Special
12/14 5pm-11pm Unlimited laser tag!
4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $9.99 PER PERSON
Owl Prowl
12/14 6:30pm-8pm All ages. Who’s that hooting it up each December evening? Owls that’s who. You will learn what makes them such effective night time hunters. AUGUST A BUSCH CONSERVATION AREA FREE, BUT REGISTER BY 12/13.
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
12/15 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
Keeper Talks
12/15 9am-10am Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat. WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
PJ Library Parent Night Out
12/15 7pm Cake wars! All cakes will be donated to “It’s Your Birthday, Inc.," an organization that provides a birthday experience for children that live in homeless or domestic violence shelters. Decorate and take home your own cupcake. All products are kosher. RSVP by December 7th! SWEETOLOGY, 9214 CLAYTON RD FREE
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
12/16 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
Lone Elk Park
Tween/Teen
12/16 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
Secular
Open Play at the J
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment.
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.
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Crown Center Yiddish Group
12/17 1:30pm-2:30pm 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. CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR
Skating at Steinberg Rink
We put the element of fun into science.
Steinberg Skating Rink is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest, offering public skating all day, everyday—including all holidays. We are always open no matter what the temperature is. Your skate admission is valid for all day.
5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Sunday Chess Classes 12/16
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.
12/17 10am-9pm
Schools & Synagogues
12/18 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
12/18 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
Nursing Moms Group
12/18 11am-12pm
FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
Support makes the difference while you are breastfeeding. Join our monthly group lead by our certified lactation counselor, Leah Frankel, where you will find a welcoming community of moms and have the opportunity to share and receive advice and celebrate the ups and downs of breastfeeding and motherhood.
Harper School Playgroup: Gingerbread Village Extravaganza
Internet Travel Planning
12/17 10am-11am Ages 2-5, with a caregiver. Come celebrate the holiday season with some hands-on fun! Each child will create their own Gingerbread structure to take with them. We will also have cookie decorating, a craft, free play & more. 11155 CLAYTON ROAD, 63131 FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
12/17 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! We now have a beginner's class!
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Tuesday
12/17 10:30am-11:30am
St Louis Science Center
12/16 9:30am-4:30pm
Jewish
Monday
MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
12/18 2pm-4pm Explore websites specializing in travel and tourism and receive helpful travel tips on booking trips. Registration required.Prerequisites: Internet Basics or equivalent experience. All classes are free. After five minutes, unclaimed seats will become available to students on the waiting list. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
12/18 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
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Baby-n-Me Classes
12/19 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
After Hours Sax Quartet
12/19 7pm-8pm Enjoy an evening of mostly familiar jazz and holiday music, interspersed with interesting tidbits of saxophone history. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Science Storytime at the Science Center
12/19 10:15am-11:15am Presented by Ready Readers: Enjoy an interactive reading of a science themed story, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book is featured each week. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Story Time
12/19 10am-11am Ages 3- 5 yrs. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Thursday
Castlewood State Park
12/20 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
Free Kindermusik Demo Class
12/20 11am-11:45am Ever want to see what happens when your child's music class is taught by a teacher with an MA in Music Education? Now is a great time to come with your child, ages 0-5 years, to experience a researchbased, developmentally appropriate music and movement class! FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 7200 DELMAR BLVD, 63130 PLEASE RSVP WWW.JOYFULSOUNDSSTUDIO. COM OR 314-246-9787
2 year old Story Time
12/20 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Ladies' Knight
12/20 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
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Saturday
Baby-n-Me Classes
12/21 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
Open Play at the J
12/21 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment. JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE
Museum of Transportation
12/21 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars. 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
St Louis Zoo
12/21 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Budding Artists
12/21 10am-11am Ages 3-6. 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: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
12/22 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
30 Trails in 30 minutes
12/22 9am-5pm Did you know that St. Louis County Parks offers a program devoted to promoting fun, family, and a healthy lifestyle? Our 30/30 Hikes Program designates 30 trails all over the St. Louis County area that take approximately 30 minutes to complete. WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/ PARKSANDRECREATION/TRAILS/ 30-30HIKESPROGRAM FREE
Urban Fort Play Cafe
12/22 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
Keeper Talks
12/22 9am-10am Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat. WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
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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
Museum of Transportation
Tween/Teen
12/23 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Animal Encounters
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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.
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CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR CALL 314-991-2055 FOR MORE INFORMATION. COMMUNITY MEMBERS WELCOME.
Castlewood State Park
12/24 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
WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
St Louis Zoo
Sunday Chess Classes
The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.
12/23 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.
12/24 9am-5pm
1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
12/24 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! We now have a beginner's class!
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Schools & Synagogues
MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
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BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Chair Yoga
12/25 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.
Skating at Steinberg Rink
12/25 10am-9pm Steinberg Skating Rink is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest, offering public skating all day, everyday—including all holidays. We are always open no matter what the temperature is. Your skate admission is valid for all day. FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
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12/26 10am-11am Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 3-5. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Science Storytime at the Science Center
12/26 10:15am-11:15am Presented by Ready Readers: Enjoy an interactive reading of a science themed story, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book is featured each week. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
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Tech Talks: Photos in the Cloud
12/27 1:30pm-3pm Learn websites and apps to back up and store photos in the cloud, using Google Photos, Dropbox and iCloud. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
St Louis Zoo
12/27 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Wine Down Wednesday
Museum of Transportation
Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine!
Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
12/26 6pm DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www.dimvaloo.com
12/27 9am-4pm 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Ladies' Knight
12/27 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
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Laser Tag
12/28 6pm-7pm Team up with other teens to play laser tag among the books. Ages 12-18. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Skating at Steinberg Rink
12/28 10am-9pm Steinberg Skating Rink is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest, offering public skating all day, everyday—including all holidays. We are always open no matter what the temperature is. Your skate admission is valid for all day. FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
Urban Fort Play Cafe
12/28 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.
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
12/29 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
Lone Elk Park
12/29 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
Free Carriage Rides at Westport Plaza
12/29 6:30pm-9:30pm First come, first serve basis. Reservations are not available. Rides last approximately 10 minutes and the carriages accommodate 4-6 people. IN FRONT OF THE BREAD CO
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
Lap Time
12/28 10am-11am 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: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
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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
St Louis Zoo
Tween/Teen
12/30 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
12/30 1pm-4pm
Secular
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
12/30 starting from 1 pm Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
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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.
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Open Play at the J
12/31 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
New Year's Eve at NoonLodge Pool
12/31 11am-2pm Celebrate New Year’s Eve with your entire family at The Lodge Indoor Pool! Guests will participate in traditional New Year’s Eve festivities including a countdown to noon with the dropping of hundreds of beach balls! 1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 0-$10 PER PERSON
Noontime New Years at The Magic House
12/31 10am-2pm Ring in the new year a little bit early with our Noontime New Year’s Eve celebration at The Magic House. New Year’s revelers of all ages (even those with a bedtime!) are invited to join in the festivities as they make noise makers and wish wands, strike a pose in a photo booth with fun 2019 themed props and dance the day away to some rockin’ tunes. 516 S. KIRKWOOD RD., 63122 VARIES
Skating at Steinberg Rink
12/31 10am-9pm
Schools & Synagogues
Steinberg Skating Rink is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest, offering public skating all day, everyday—including all holidays. We are always open no matter what the temperature is. Your skate admission is valid for all day.
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COOKING CORNER
Gabe’s Snickerdoodle Cookies (D airy)
1 C butter, softened to room temperature 1 C granulated sugar
¼ C dark brown sugar 1 egg plus 1 egg yolk
1.5 T vanilla extract 1 t baking soda
1 t cream of tartar ¼ t salt 1 t cinnamon
2 3/4 C all-purpose flo ur Cinnamon Mixture: 1 C granulated sugar (or colored sugar to ma ke more festive) 1 T cinnamon
Desserts
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In large bowl, cream the butter and sugars . Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix well. Combine the dry ing redients, and add to wet mixture, stirring well, until do ugh forms. Roll 1.5” balls into the cinnamon-sugar mi xture, until evenly coated. Place on cookie sheet covered with non-stic k foil, 2 inches apart.Cook ies should be flattene d slightly, but still half-inch thi ck. Bake for 10-12 minu tes
or until lightly brown ed. Cool on sheet for 5 mi nutes before transfer ring them to cooling racks.
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“BABY” BUSINESSES
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Young start-ups help our community’s economy. Look here monthly to see what is new!
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NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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Ultimate Ninjas St Louis
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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!
Inspired by the hit television show American Ninja Warrior on NBC, we offer the TV obstacles for both kids and adults. 3-time American Ninja Warrior, Kirsti Pratt, is the General Manager and oversees classes, parties, field trips, open play, night out, pro camp, and more!
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Dottie's Flour Shop
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Free Hebrew School for ages 5 to 8. Learn how to read, write, and speak Hebrew through Jewish music. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children. Limited to 18 students; 1 hour per week. Howard Shalowitz: beitshira@yahoo.com
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We strive to increase business opportunities and profitability for our members by generating active referrals, offering continuing professional education and contributing to the vitality of our community.
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Harper School We are a secular, private preschool and elementary school focused on high expectations, academic success, and character development. Our goal is to help your child fulfill his or her potential in and out of the classroom. Now enrolling for the 2018/2019 school year! admin@harperschool.org 314-738-9560 11155 Clayton Rd, 63131 www.harperschool.org HarperSchool
Pomegranates & Honey Jewelry I specialize in Jewish-themed, soulful pieces that elevate the everyday.
Share Sweet Like to share? Try sharing Asian-inspired desserts. Have a milk bubble tea, stuffed waffle, pudding, or juice concoction! 314-279-1350 9628 Olive Blvd, 63132 www.sharesweetstl.com Share-Sweet-1782457068722011/
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Boutique Group Fitness Classes that boast an AMAZING full body work out, and a community that supports you in your fitness journey! Find us on FB
pomegranatesandhoneyjewelry@gmail.com pomegranatesandhoneyjewelry pomegranantesandhoney
Jewish Business Professionals
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The well appointed pantry. We specialize in pies & kitchen/dining gifting. Vegan friendly.
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stl@ultimateninjas.com 636-206-8550 140 Long Rd., Chesterfield 63005 www.ultimateninjas.com
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I Love Kickboxing in Creve Coeur!
314-390-1200 10483 Old Olive Street Rd www.Ilovekickboxing.com ilovekickboxingcrevecoeurmo ilkb_Creve_Coeur
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8944 St. Charles Rock Road, 3rd Floor info@northwestchamber.com http://www.northwestchamber.com/ New listing for December Listed in November Turning 1 year old!
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314-488-1455 11219 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood www.roadsiderunway.com RoadsideRunwayBoutique RoadsideRunwayBoutique
Come enjoy cubed raw fish, or tempura, with veggies, seasoning and salad or rice in signature rolls or bowls! This originally Hawaiian dish is both healthy and delicious. 314-731-6735 630 N New Ballas Rd, 63141 www.pokemunchstl.com pokemunchstl
Roadside Runway Boutique Roadside Runway is a boutique that specializes and sells women's young contemporary clothing.
Poké Munch
D1 Sports Training Midwest, LLC 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
8 Two Maids and a Mop
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Carly & Jordan 636-259-2656 twomaidschesterfield.com twomaidschesterfield
Cherokee Street Gallery
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Joyful Sounds Studio We offer Kindermusik, the world's leading music and movement program. Designed to immerse your child in a rich and energetic musical experience that has a lasting impact, our programs use dance, story telling, singing, movement and music to stimulate your child at every level.
(636) 486-6015 info@firetechwebdesign.com www.firetechwebdesign.com
Urban Fort Play Cafe 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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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.
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. Dr.Amy@wholefoodismedicine.com 314-852-3626 www.wholefoodismedicine.com
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Unlock Potential Locksmith
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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.
kindermusik.joyfulsounds@gmail.com 314-246-9787 www.joyfulsoundsstudio.com kindermusikjoyfulsounds
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Fire Tech Web Design
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).
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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!
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Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop
803 Marshall Ave Webster Groves, MO 63119 www.maypopshop.com maypopcoffeeandgarden maypop_shop
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We curate artwork that evokes the miracle of the natural world through humanity‘s distilled symbolic language
2617 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO 63103 www.cherokeestreetgallery.com CherokeeStreetGallery Cherokeestreetgallery
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Wendy Harris 314-833-3540 6511 delmar blvd, 63130 ArtisansinTHE LOOP www.artisansintheloop.com
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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.
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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.
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Compass Academics Specializing in guiding students through all phases of higher education planning, our consultants assist with high school curriculum planning, college selection, college application assistance, scholarship searches, college visit planning, test prep advice, and tutoring. The path to higher education can be a winding road. Without a solid sense of direction, many students end up taking expensive detours. With over 25 years of experience in higher education, our team is dedicated to helping you navigate the road ahead. Visit our website to schedule your free consultation. warfield@compassacademics.com 319-321-9968 Compass Academics www.compassacademics.com
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Purpose-Driven Learning for Adults with Autism & Other Special Needs
Achievements Unlimited (AU) is a day program that supports the growing number of young adults with autism and other special needs in the St. Louis area. Achievements Unlimited has been designed to meet the needs of those who do not qualify, or have been refused, by other day programs, sheltered workshops, or vocational rehabilitation due to their challenging behaviors. AU is currently accepting new members! If you know someone who may be a good fit for our program contact us today at 314-733-0056 or visit www.achievementsunlimitedstl.org.