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Top: “Roy Lichtenstein’s ‘Drowning Girl’ As Told By Hoben Greenberg Rehfeld” (24x36) 2018. Oil On Canvas.
Left: “Dr. Andrew Rehfeld As Told By Hoben Greenberg Rehfeld” (36x48) 2017. Paper On Board.
Hoben Rehfeld Hoben Greenberg Rehfeld is a mixed media artist in St. Louis, MO. He focuses mostly on portrait work for clients, using the geometric patterns of shadow to render his subject. Whether paint or paper, Hoben is always eager to dive head first into whatever challenge comes his way.
Contact Hoben at hobenrehfeld45@gmail.com, and on Instagram: @theactualhoben
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Lessons and Growth It is hard for me to believe that 2019 is here. Personally, I have one child finishing up high school, one who will be finishing middle school, and two others who will no longer be in elementary school.
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.
Professionally, the magazine will be starting its FIFTH year, and the progress of its growth could not have been possible without the readers, supporters, and local, reputable advertisers. This social entrepreneurship venture has seen the monthly readership increase from 5,000- 75,000+. Thirteen other cities have asked for their versions. The age range has expanded to currently at least, ages 7-98 years. Of the monthly readers, 50-55% of them are Jewish. The other 45-50% of them are a wonderful diverse mix of people who are open to learning both about Human Development topics, and also a little bit about a culture that is different from their own. This was something I had always HOPED for but did not know would happen. I think some of my favorite parts of the magazine are actually 1) all of the new people I have met. I am genuinely happy to see them regularly. 2) When someone looks at me, and says, “Thank you! By putting this in the magazine, my quality of life just improved tremendously.” and 3) Being able to truly help our local businesses, sometimes with paid advertising, and sometimes with unpaid promotion. When I started the magazine, and I asked our business owners to advertise, I did not know if I was really helping them. But now, I have learned that so long as I remain ethical and transparent, and do my best to invite businesses who I can stand behind, to advertise, I am actually HELPING both the business AND the reader. I have learned more about the importance of advertising, what advertising truly is, and how essential it is. Recognizing that each business owner knows his/her business as well as I know mine, we can work together on a plan that is beneficial and cost-effective. Sometimes, it is easy to take for granted the lessons we are learning. I think it is important to pause once in a while, and figure out what those lessons are, and what they mean in the crazy, busy-ness of life!
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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE
Art in Context
“Tell your own story, and you will be interesting.”
-Louise Bourgeois
by Sophie Srenco This quote from Louise Bourgeois resonates with me, because I realize that artists have a story to tell. This has encouraged me to look deeper into the art that surrounds me in my daily life. For as long as I can remember, I have been surrounded by art. The endless performances and art museums always seemed pointless to my five-year-old self, but now, at fifteen, it is all making sense. [continued pg 10]
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“You may not think art interests you, but I feel that the key is to hear the stories and motivation of the artists.”
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t was hard to understand why my parents made such a big deal about something that I thought I could make, but I finally realize how unique and different each piece of art really is. Each piece portrays a different message. Without having the knowledge behind the artwork, it is almost impossible to interpret the message the artist is trying to portray. This is the reason that I have recently found a love for art. There is always a message the artist intends for you to take away, but a lot of it is your own interpretation. Knowing the message is great; however, in order to truly enjoy what you are seeing, you have to let yourself have a sense of imagination. For a long time, I shut myself out because I did not see the point in a piece of art. Recently, I have noticed myself appreciating the cultural opportunities that I am given. You may not think art interests you, but I feel that the key is to hear the stories and motivation of the artists. Once that occurs, I believe that you will develop a strong love and sense of desire to learn more about the artists and their backgrounds.
As a kid, it can be challenging to find the beauty in paintings, but you may enjoy other forms of art like acting, singing, dancing and so much more. Performing arts are just as important as visual arts. For me, at least, I have always been exposed to both visual and performing arts. I have never been into acting, but I have always enjoyed going to musicals at the Fox and every summer on Broadway. For my birthday, my mom and grandma have made it a priority to take me on a special trip to New York. We typically see two shows. One show is more fun and current, and the other is more grown up and serious. This has given me an extreme appreciation for the talent and time it takes to turn such strong and significant stories into musicals. Until now, I have not been interested in the art I am surrounded by in my own home. I would look at pieces and think “Oh, that’s cool” or “Oh, I like that one because it is colorful and has sparkles.” Now, the pieces that previously were my absolute favorites are not anymore. I have noticed myself truly looking at each piece in extreme detail to see which one speaks to me the
most. Attending artist talks at the Contemporary Art Museum and walking around various galleries has helped me understand the reasons that I am drawn to certain types of artwork. Once you know the deeper meaning behind each piece of art, it is likely that you will find a connection to the artwork that speaks to you the most. Until recently, I never realized the joy that art could bring to my life. I never would have believed that I would be so passionate and proud of the art displayed throughout my home. I particularly love the art that I have started collecting. Throughout my room, my art constantly reminds me of the part of my life that will always connect me to my family. Just know that if you feel like you are being dragged to performances and museums, if you keep an open mind, you may find the experiences to be enjoyable. If they have not already, I truly believe that, at some point, your eyes will open to the beauty that art brings to life.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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There are so many questions asked by parents of young babies that have 101 answers. This often makes it difficult to know which answer is “correct.” One of the most common ones is “How do I appropriately dress my baby for the Winter?” From this question, come answers ranging from “Dress the baby so that no skin is exposed and make sure the baby is very warm.” to “Put a hat on the baby, if you are concerned, and otherwise the baby will cry if s/he is cold.”
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fter a century of study on the patterns of human body temperature, the answer is that it is dangerous to dress the baby too warmly, and that it is equally dangerous for the baby to get too cold. The thermo regulation systems in babies are not fully developed, and babies cannot tell you if they are too warm/cold. Nor can they dress themselves to their own comfort. Here are some guidelines for parents to keep in mind:
What about warm shoes and boots? Babies don’t need shoes until they are starting to walk. In fact, there is research that suggests that putting children in shoes too early, can slow the proper growth and development of the feet, as well as cause decreased balance. It is best to stick to soft booties and socks to keep the feet warmer.
Dressing a baby in thin layers is the best way to be prepared for the weather. For winter especially, try one more layer than you, yourself, would wear. Thick layers, especially in the car, can be suffocation hazards. Also remember that a blanket counts as a layer.
So, what about the question of whether winter cold helps babies sleep better? Is that true? Well … In a study of 67 three-month-olds, daytime sleep was 92 min longer when the babies napped outdoors, compared to those that napped indoors, as long as the babies’ skin didn’t get too cold. Restriction of movements by clothing probably increased the length of sleep, since a cold environment made swaddling possible without overheating. Therefore, it is not clear whether it was the cold air or the reduced movements that allowed the babies to sleep for a longer period of time. Sleep is a question for another month ….
Babies tend to lose a lot of heat from their heads. It is one of the reasons for why newborns are given hats, soon after birth. During colder winters, keeping a hat on a baby’s head will help keep the baby warm.
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Older babies need fewer layers than younger babies, because as babies grow and gain weight, they conserve heat more easily. Their systems start to be better able to self-regulate.
What about how to tell if a baby is cold, since s/he can’t tell you? Use the chest instead of the hands and feet as a gauge. Feet and hands are naturally colder than the rest of the body for most children and adults. Hence, if you place a hand on the baby’s chest and it is cold, then your baby could use another layer or blanket.
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https://www.pregnancy-info.net/dressing-a-baby.html https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Winter-Safety.aspx Tourula, M., Isola, A., Hassi, J., Bloigu, R., & Rintamaki, H. (2010). Infants sleeping outdoors in a northern winter climate: Skin temperature and duration of sleep. Acta Paediatrica, Vol 99(9), Sep, 2010. pp. 1411-1417.
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In southern Italy, there is tiny village named Capracotta. This village holds the record for getting the most snow in one day. On March 5th, 2015, more than 100 inches of snow accumulated in just 18 hours. The Guinness Book of World Records gave the record for Tallest Snowman to Olympia, the Snowwoman, in Bethel, Maine. The snowwoman, which took over a month to build, was approximately 122 feet tall. Her eyelashes were made from skis, and her mouth was made from red-painted tires. It took 13 million pounds of snow, and she was just a few feet shorter than the Statue of Liberty.
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BY SARAH HASSING Atelierista and Early Childhood Coordinator at The College School Sarah Hassing brings her eye for beauty and order, her sense of organization, and her passion for hands-on, experiential learning to the Reggio Emilia-inspired Early Childhood Program at The College School in Webster Groves. Sarah is the Atelierista (studio art teacher) for preschool and kindergarten, and Early Childhood Coordinator. Sarah has traveled to Reggio Emilia, Italy, to study, and was recently published in Science and Children, a publication of the National Science Teachers Association, for her work with young students around their self-directed sunflower inquiry. Sarah is a graduate of The Evergreen State College and a MAE student at Webster University. She has one daughter, Scout, who is six-years old.
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Using Process Art for Imaginative Discovery at Home The concept of “process art”, where the creative process and the free exploration of artistic mediums is valued over a final product, is a well-established movement within the art world. However, its benefits for younger children make it the perfect avenue for imaginative discovery at home.
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rocess art differs greatly from more formal “store-bought” craft activities and kits. There are no necessary steps or instructions to follow, no rigid final product to produce, and no disappointment when things don’t turn out “just so.” More importantly, any process art experience allows the artist, or young child, total freedom to explore the creative process through utilizing a new artistic medium. For young children, this freedom to express themselves without rigid guidelines or a necessary final product can be an empowering experience, one where they can use their own imagination and voice. Within process art, there is no right or wrong way to create, but rather a rich experience where a specific output might not even be necessary. It is the experience with the material itself that makes the process so meaningful and useful, as children continue to grow their own creative identities and expressive skills.
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The easiest way to dive into a process-art driven endeavor is to set up a space, indoors or out, that can get messy. Old sheets, long pieces of butcher paper, or newspaper serve as quick coverings for floors and areas to be kept clean. Quality artist’s materials, such as tempera paint, oil pastels, watercolor, and chalk, are fantastic materials to begin this journey. Choose one type of material to be available for the child in an array of colors. Any tools that might be needed, such as paintbrushes, foam paint rollers, paper, or canvases, are enriched when children are given multiples choices in type and size. Once the area is set-up, allow children the time and space to create with very little interruption or guidelines. As they mess about, you will observe your child testing out the possibilities of the medium and finding new techniques and creative ways to work with the material while engaged in a joyful celebration of self-expression. Free from restrictions, you can expect your child to engage deeply with the materials before them, often losing track of time or what is to come next. Often these experiences can be calming, re-centering, and relaxing for children who may need a small pause or break in their day.
One of the most important aspects about process art is its flexibility. While it can be used as a calming strategy for some children, it can also be a point of connection for parents and their children. Parents can facilitate meaningful discussions during the hands-on, sensory experience at hand. For other children it can give them the time to focus, free from distraction, while others take pride in making their own creative choices and decisions. In the end, your child will not only have created an original piece of artwork, they will have found a new way to connect with the world of creativity and imagination.
References: The Guggenheim Museum. Process Art. https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/movement/process-art National Association for the Education of Young Children. “How Process-Focused Art Experiences Support Preschoolers.” https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/tyc/feb2014/process-art-experiences
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United Hebrew is a Reform congregation with a traditional mind-set and a progressive heart. We make informed, meaningful choices from Jewish tradition to guide our observance, take an open-minded approach to Jewish religious belief and practice, and provide a home where members can cultivate, explore, and expand their spirituality and Judaism.
Our History For over 180 years, United Hebrew has been a place of meaningful worship, a place to celebrate life’s special moments, and a place to find comfort in times of need. It is the oldest congregation west of the Mississippi River, and at the time it was established, only the 20th synagogue in the country. In the early days, UH’s services were orthodox. Our transition to the Reform movement which was slow and cautious, was considered complete in 1913. The congregation was created out of the desire to maintain Judaism and one’s Jewish identity in America. Throughout the generations, the members of United Hebrew have worked together to build and maintain a strong kehillah, community.
Today United Hebrew Congregation continues to thrive, providing innovative opportunities to participate in Jewish life through worship, music, education, social events, community service and youth programs. In the 1920s, after making several moves over the decades, United Hebrew purchased land on Skinker Boulevard across from Forest Park for a new home. During the Skinker era, our pendulum swung back toward the more traditional side of the Reform Movement with the first weekday Hebrew school, first Bar Mitzvah, first Bat Mitzvah, and first full-time Cantor of any St. Louis Reform congregation. Also during those years, our congregation gained national prominence when President Harry Truman invited Rabbi Samuel Thurman to become only the second rabbi (the first since George Washington’s time) to say a blessing at a presidential inauguration. In 1977, as the Jewish community continued its westward migration into St. Louis County, United Hebrew built the Gudder Educational Center on land purchased near Conway and Woods Mill Roads to serve as a “west campus” for Religious School and Hebrew education. A “nursery school” was opened in 1979 to serve the young families of the congregation, later becoming the “United Hebrew Preschool.” In 1990, the preschool was officially renamed the Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center. In the late 1980s United Hebrew began building a sanctuary on the property. The new structure with the Millstone Sanctuary and the Spielberg Chapel was dedicated in 1989 in the City of Chesterfield and the move out west was complete.
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Our Worship United Hebrew Congregation has long been a leader in nurturing the traditions of Reform Judaism as a meaningful expression of Jewish life. At the heart of our Congregation are services that uplift, reaffirm, and connect us to Judaism, and to each other. Our services are filled with a variety of music and prayers, including contemporary and traditional melodies, to satisfy the spiritual needs of our congregants. We believe that this diversity creates a beautiful worship experience in an environment inspiring full and spirited congregational participation. On the first Friday night of the month (unless noted otherwise) during the school year, we have our family Shir Joy Shabbat which occasionally includes the participation of UH Artist-in-Residence, Rick Recht and his Shabbat Alive! service. This service is full of music and the voices of the UH Youth Choir, guitar students and members of our multi-generational vocal ensemble. Once a month we hold Tot Shabbat, a short service (30 minutes) just right for our little ones ages zero to six.
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Our Programs Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center and Camp Saul Spielberg We offer preschool education, child care and summer day camps for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years. The center is open year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. providing many opportunities for children to develop their socialization, exploration, and creativity skills through a literacy-based curriculum designed to meet your child’s intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs. The SSECC recognizes that each child is a unique individual who learns and develops at his or her own pace. The teachers provide a curriculum that integrates developmentally appropriate Judaic and secular experiences while stimulating and challenging young minds.
Louis and Mary Millstone Religious School and Rabbi Jerome W. Grollman Hebrew School The formal youth education program at United Hebrew Congregation encompasses religious and Hebrew education. Our curriculum, combined with the care and expertise of wonderful faculty members, strives to give each child a solid foundation of Jewish knowledge within a Reform Jewish perspective, the opportunity to develop their personal beliefs and connections to their faith, and the understanding that Jewish teachings and values can apply to every aspect of their daily life. Through stimulating academic lessons, tefillah, hands-on experiences, and community-building activities, we offer an educational program that will lead our students into a lifetime of Jewish learning and living.
Youth Groups United Hebrew coordinates many vibrant groups for our youth for kindergarten through 12th grade. Beginning in 6th grade the United Hebrew youth groups are affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism’s North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY). NFTY is a movement that builds strong, welcoming, inspired communities through teen-powered engagement. Together, we pursue tikkun olam, personal growth, youth empowerment, and deep connections, all rooted in Reform Judaism.
Adult Education United Hebrew offers many learning opportunities throughout the year including sessions on the Bible, Hebrew, Talmud, current events and civil discourse, cooking and more. In addition, our scholar and artists in residence programs bring in nationally recognized speakers and musicians for study and entertainment.
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Engagement Opportunities There is something for everyone at UH. Whether you are looking for spiritual worship, meaningful celebrations of lifecycle events, comfort in times of need, adult learning opportunities, religious and Hebrew education, early childhood education and child care, youth groups or just to come together with your friends, United Hebrew is the place to be. New this year, is MishpUHCha, a group for everything and anything concerning families with young children. Activities include BBQs, song sessions, fun Shabbat activities, a family retreat, activities just for parents, and more!
Clergy and Staff United Hebrew is proud to have a dynamic team of clergy and staff who come from different backgrounds and experiences. The mix of longtime staff and those who joined us this year creates a balance of stability and growth. The clergy team is led by Senior Rabbi Brigitte Rosenberg who has served UH for 14.5 years. Cantor Ronald Eichaker has been at UH for 19 years and we are excited to welcome Rabbi Adam Bellows who joined the team this past July. The engagement team incudes Cori Neidenberg, Director of Programming and Communication (8.5 years), Lauren Lourie, Director of Early Childhood Engagement (3.5 years), H. Lee Rosenberg, Director of Secondary Education and Engagement (14.5 years) and we welcomed Laura Rosenberg, Director of Primary Education and Engagement this year. United Hebrew also welcomed Interim Executive Director, Margaret Friedman-Vaughan to the team this year.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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Have you looked recently to see what your tween is reading? Do you know how/who helped pick the book? Do you know what the book is about?
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hen children are babies, it is the parents and caregivers who pick the books and read. When the children are no longer babies, but younger than 7 years old, it is still most often the case that parents choose books that they remember reading and enjoying at that age. But then, there is a major shift that happens around the age of 8-12 years. Current “good practice” in most schools, is Classroom Book Clubs. Teachers and school librarians have stocked bookshelves with more than one copy of
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many books. Tweens who pick the same book are put in a bookclub together. Some teachers work with the tweens on how to choose an appropriate book for their reading level and interests. In a study by Kragler (2000), and a more recent one by Helbling (2013), explains how tweens choose books; there were definite patterns based both on gender, and on reading level. The results suggest reading level to be the more significant determining factor. Dividing readers into Above Average, Average, and Below Average, there
Building strong from the inside out were clear differences between the Above Average and the Below Average readers. The Average reader group showed a mix of the two other groups. Above Average readers chose books based primarily on peer recommendations, while Below Average readers claimed to choose books based on how they looked. Interestingly, none of the groups chose books that were level-appropriate. Often, the Above Average readers chose books that were too easy for them, while the Below Average readers chose ones that were too difficult. From this, the Above Average readers read more books in the time period allotted, but the Below Average readers read slower and were able to learn new vocabulary and when to ask for help. Helbling (2013), additionally found that the Above Average readers selected fewer books that were part of a series, as well as fewer graphic novels or comics than students from the Average and Below Average groups. With all that tweens are exposed to, and the familial variations in what concepts and themes parents want their tweens to work through, it is okay to ask your tween to show you a book before s/he reads it. It is also fine to email the teacher to discuss what books your child will be reading that year. While, you likely don’t want to fully censor books for tweens, discussing how to choose appropriate books, as well as what is in the books, is a great way to help your tween. Knowing that you can’t possibly know all of the books that are currently available, there are resources for parents. Common Sense Media is an example of a national, online, non-profit that rates and discusses books (and videogames.) Your local library should also have quick information about most of the books. A discussion over meal time about what is being read is a great way to connect with a tween AND be an instructional, but fun time!
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NEWS & BOOKS © Neshama Roash/Firefly Universe
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JENNIFER BAER, MSW Jennifer Baer works as the PJ Library Coordinator at the Jewish Federation of St. Louis and has worked in the non-profit sector for nearly twenty years. Born in Memphis, she holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Texas in Austin and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Washington University. Jennifer works with professionals and lay leaders to build a vibrant Jewish community by encouraging collaboration through creative, fun experiences. With programs in secular and Jewish spaces, Jennifer encourages all community organizations to use the vehicle of PJ Library books to meet families wherever they are on their Jewish journey. Jennifer is a passionate connector of ideas, people, and institutions, and she credits her kids for bringing daily doses of humor to her life and endless crumbs to her car.
I’m guessing that you’ve heard the expression “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” Well, in this scenario, I, unfortunately, am the dog. I enrolled myself in a Hebrew class and have found that my brain, and apparently my metabolism as well, have slowed down. So what to do? Embrace elastic and drop out of the course? No! That would be too simple. While I have admittedly purchased a few additional pairs of leggings, I am still taking the Hebrew class. What possessed me to take Hebrew when my last class was two decades ago… oh wait, actually let’s just say more than two, and leave it at that, shall we? It’s because I’m going to Israel! And while there’s no requirement to be able to speak Hebrew, I thought I’d torture myself and try to remember what I once kind of was able to do. In this case, it’s like that expression about riding a bike. Supposedly, once you learn to ride a bike, you always know. But that’s not how I’m finding my Hebrew attempts, and by the way, judging from a little incident over the summer, riding a bike isn’t so simple either…. The great news is that you might be able to come with me to Israel! I’m co-leading a Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project (JWRP) trip at the end of July through the beginning of August 2019. Are you a mom of kids 18 or younger who are being raised in a Jewish home? If so, you might qualify!
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Check out www.jwrp.org, or contact me for more information. Can’t go on the trip with me but want to get your kids connected to Israel? No problem. Just hang out with our adorable and amazing Shinshinim. No, that’s not a typo. Shinshinim is a Hebrew acronym for “shnat sherut” which means “year of service.” Immediately following high school, some of the graduates go through an extensive application process and are selected to receive permission from the IDF (Israeli Defense Force) to delay their army service for one year, allowing them to volunteer for a year of service abroad. Funded by the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, our two Shinshinim engage with over 1,000 children and teens through early childhood centers, Sunday schools, religious schools, and youth groups. Snir and Lir educate St. Louisans about Israel through personal connections and authentic experiences… not to mention using PJ Library books to help them plan creative programs.
Check out some books about Israel:
SCHEDULE A TOUR Curious families welcome!
Israel
Written by Rachel Shalev Illustrated by Rachel Shalev
Ages: 7 to 8 Years
Israel is filled with interesting shapes and vivid colors -- just the kind of scenic tour that was made for babies!
The Colors of Israel Written by Rachel Raz Illustrated by Rachel Raz
Ages: 2 to 3 Years
When you think of Israel, you think of blue and white -- but Israel is really an entire rainbow, and this book has the pictures to prove it.
School As It Should Be Experiential Education Preschool - Eighth Grade
Alef is for Abba
Written by Rebecca Kafka Illustrated by Constanza Basaluzzo
Ages: 2 to 3 Years
The Hebrew letter alef is at the beginning of many important words -- including abba and ima, father and mother. Read along as the young child in this sweet book points out few more alef words to you!
The Cats on Ben Yehuda Street
Written by Ann Redisch Stampler Illustrated by Francesca Carabelli
Ages: 6 to 7 Years
Mrs. Spiegel loves her two cats, but it’s clear that her grouchy neighbor, Mr. Modiano, doesn’t share her warm feelings. Should we be surprised that, when one of the cats goes missing, it is Mr. Modiano who searches the streets of Tel Aviv to find her?
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BY DR. LISA RYAN MD, PHD Dr. Ryan is a Washington University Pediatrician on the medical staff of St. Louis Children’s Hospital. She practices general pediatrics at Woods Mill Pediatrics.
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Teaching a Teenager to Drive My oldest daughter is 15 2/3 years old. The 2/3 is very important because it means in a short four months, she will be at the Department of Motor Vehicles testing for her driver’s license. Yes, I am teaching her to drive and, yes, it is absolutely terrifying. My quiet neighborhood is now a minefield of parked cars and pedestrians. My garage door has never seemed so narrow, and 25 mph has never seemed so fast.
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am not sure how I became the driving instructor but as I silently grip the roof handle and have agreed to only yell when I feel my life is truly in danger, I am happy to share that these moments are becoming fewer with each drive but also some things I’ve learned during this process.
Intermediate Drivers Licenses Missouri requires novice drivers, between 15 and 18 years of age, to complete at least 40 hours of driving instruction, including 10 hours of night time driving. The driver may then apply for an intermediate license after the 16th birthday. While holding an intermediate license, the driver may only transport one passenger who is not an immediate family member for the first six months. After that time, the driver may take up to three passengers. Additionally, the driver is restricted from driving alone between 1-5 a.m. On the driver’s 18th birthday, they may apply for a full license assuming there have not been any alcohol offenses or traffic convictions in the preceding 12 months.
Although Driver’s Education was a standard part of the curriculum in my high school growing up, this does not seem to be the case in St. Louis, so we brought in the professional. He comes monthly and has driven with my daughter on main streets, side streets, highways and country roads. He even took her to drive downtown during a Cardinals game, at night, in the rain. He is a brave man. He has made her more comfortable behind the wheel, he has taught her the rules of the road as well as safety tips and car maintenance; however, studies show that his help will likely do more to help her pass the licensing exam than make her a safe driver.
Leading By Example As with most things, active parental engagement and modeling good behavior has the greatest influence on positive driving habits. Wear a seatbelt at all times Obey all traffic lights, street signs and road markings Do not speed
Graduated Licenses
Never use a cell phone while driving the car
Implementation of graduated licenses is one reason for the almost 50 percent decrease in teenagers killed in motor vehicle collisions (MVC). Other factors include increased safety features on cars, use of seatbelts and fewer teen drivers on the road. That said, adolescent drivers still have the highest rate of MVCs among all age groups, and car accidents remain a leading cause of death and injury.
Never drive after drinking alcohol, using drugs or with lack of sleep.
Hiring a Driving Instructor
As my daughter takes the wheel, I think back to all the other milestones we have been through from her first steps to her first day of school. We got through those. We can do this too.
So what is a parent who worries about scaring their novice driver (or themselves) during these test drives to do? Some can outsource. This is an option that worked for our family. After our first few rides through the neighborhood, I hired a professional driving instructor.
Maintain appropriate distance from the car in front of you Finally, consider a driving contract. This document will clearly delineate all expectations for your teen driver as well as the penalty for any violation.
https://childrensmd.org/videos/teen-safe-driving/
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
TEEN
BY ANDY POMERANTZ, Ph.D. Andy Pomerantz PhD, is a St. Louis clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience with child, teen, and adult clients. He is also Professor of Psychology and Director of the Clinical Psychology Graduate Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, and author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and textbooks.
**Editor’s Note: This article appeared 6 months ago. However, MANY teens have asked for the topic, and for their parents to read about this, now. Please read this article, potentially again, and talk with your tween/parents.)
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Teens & Therapy At times, life as a teen can be wonderful, but at others, it can feel challenging or even overwhelming. Stress comes from many directions: classes, friends, family, social media, sports, jobs, activities, and more. New emotional or behavioral problems can arise, or problems from early childhood can worsen. Therapy can be a tremendous benefit, whether for mild, fleeting problems or more severe, long-term problems that could lead to harmful or even tragic consequences. But for teens and the parents who love them, it can be tough to determine exactly when to begin working with a therapist.
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Some points to consider: The ways that teens show their distress varies widely. For some, the signs will be hard to miss: frequent outbursts of sadness, anger, or anxiety; blatant defiance or arguing; obvious substance use; drastic changes in eating or sleeping. For others, the signs may be more subtle: a mood that’s slightly but frequently “off”; gradual withdrawal from friendships; decreased interest in things that used to bring pleasure; decreased communication with parents about daily activities. Is the problem getting in the way of multiple aspects of life (school, friends, activities)? Is it interfering with happiness and peace of mind? Is it persistent? When it becomes difficult to answer with a confident “no,” therapy is likely a wise move. During the first call or visit to a therapist, ask plenty of questions. It’s smart, no matter what your particular questions may be. The therapist should respect you for asking and providing thorough answers. Not every teen who sees a therapist is diagnosed with a mental illness. Therapy is also beneficial for many who struggle with the “ordinary” stresses of day-to-day life. Visiting a therapist once doesn’t mean that you’re committing to that therapist. There are many options, so don’t stay stuck with a therapist who seems like a mismatch.
Visiting a therapist now doesn’t mean that you’re committing to therapy now. Sometimes, it can be wise to meet with therapists at the early signs of trouble, even if the need for therapy might not be immediate. That way, if things get worse, you’ll know exactly who to call, and that person won’t be a stranger. Depending on the problem, therapy can be brief. It can also be intermittent throughout the teen years, with more frequent sessions during more difficult times. Thousands of empirical studies confirm that, generally, therapy works. For teens in particular, it holds the potential of correcting unhealthy or harmful tendencies that could become more entrenched in adulthood. For many specific disorders, there are specific techniques with plenty of evidence to show they work. There is also plenty of evidence for “common factors” that play a vital role in therapy for all kinds of problems: a strong therapeutic relationship, a sense of hope or optimism, and paying attention to problems that might otherwise get swept under the rug. Make sure those common factors are there when you choose a therapist—to the extent they are, therapy is more likely to be successful.
References: Lebow, J. L., & Jenkins, P. H. (2018). Research for the Psychotherapist (2nd ed.). New York: Routledge. Nathan, P. E., & Gorman, J. M. (Eds.). (2015). A guide to treatments that work (4th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Wampold, B. E. & Imel, Z. E. (2015). The great psychotherapy debate: The evidence for what makes psychotherapy work. (2nd ed.). New York: Routledge. Weisz, J. R., Kuppens, S., Ng, M. Y., Eckshtain, D., Ugueto, A. M., Vaughn-Coaxum, R., ... & Weersing, V. R. (2017). What five decades of research tells us about the effects of youth psychological therapy: A multilevel meta-analysis and implications for science and practice. American Psychologist, 72(2), 79-117.
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Perhaps I should have changed my baby’s hat after accidentally dripping raspberry jam on it. My husband came home and freaked out, thinking our newborn’s head was bleeding! Oops, telling my 16-year-old that we were going to get him a self-driving car, because that was the only way he could safely drive, did not help him with his confidence! Perhaps I should not have allowed my 4-year-old to take a 3 hour nap. He was up almost all night, dancing around and wanting to play. Oops, I should have locked the bathroom door before I stepped into the shower. I was washing the shampoo out of my hair, and when I opened my eyes, my 6-year-old was standing there quietly watching me. I was so surprised that I screamed really loudly!! Perhaps I should not have put my son’s sippy cup on a slinky. He was crawling around on the kitchen floor, where it was dangling. He pulled it, and it snapped him in the face! Oops, I cut my daughter’s hair into a cute bob because she would not stop sucking on it when it was longer. I never thought she would tell the boy at preschool that he should stop sucking his thumb because his mom might have it cut off! Perhaps I should not have taught my 18-month-old to scream for Dada at night, and Mama during the day. Now that she is 2.5 years old, and still calling for him at night, my husband asked me why I get to sleep all night, and he does not!!! Oops, perhaps when my 9-year-old excitedly told me that he was one of two kids to get a mentor at school, I should not have asked what he did wrong to “get a mentor!” He was so offended, and kept insisting that it was an honor since I looked so dubious! Perhaps telling my 14-year-old to suck it up and deal the day after getting braces put on his teeth wasn’t the right thing to do, given that a wire had popped out and was cutting up the inside of his cheek. Oops, I learned the hard way that there was a right AND a wrong way to push my niece on the swing. The chains and small of her back, gently, were fine. However, pushing the upper back, made her fall off!
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With Your Food Winter days inside are a fun time to spend in a warm, cozy, kitchen making a mess with your kids. Cooking with young children is an amazing opportunity to engage all their sensesthe feel of dough being molded and shaped in their hands, the feel of crunchy, sticky, or creamy textures in their mouths, the sweet aroma of baked goods versus the pungent aroma of cooked cabbage, the joy of seeing their recipes take shape, and the sounds of sizzling in a pan or laughter that spontaneously erupts when they are covered from head to toe, dusted in flour, as well as the love they taste in the food you’ve created together.
KATHY MORA, Ph.D., R.D. Doctorate in nutritional science and epidemiology from the
Cooking with young kids is part food science and part edible art. Be inspired and try these recipes or “formulas” so that you and your kids can stay inside and play with food this winter. (The recipes are written to be slightly more kid friendly, although cooking terms are really strange sometimes! Extra steps are included to help explain some of the processes)
University of Arizona, and masters degree in nutrition and fitness from Florida State University. Clinical background in diabetes, part of clinical team as pediatric diabetes educator. Former nutrition and exercise physiology instructor at St. Louis University, Pima Community College, and Florida State University. Recent project officer on public health research evaluation projects around childhood obesity prevention. Experience as media and nutrition consultant promoting
Poetry for Breakfast (super simple) Ingredients: Sliced bread Alphabet cereal Any of the followingCream Cheese (plain, strawberry, pumpkin, any flavor or color) Fruit jelly/jam Peanut or other nut/seed butter Equipment: plates Spreading knife toaster
and providing healthy recipes on TV. Dedicated long distance runner, passionate proponent for physical education in children, and mom of two children who happily eat vegetables!
1. Open the box of cereal and pour out onto a clean, flat surface 2. Place a slice of bread into toaster, toast to desired doneness 3. Spread cream cheese, nut butter, and/or jelly over toast. 4. Select the letters from the cereal to spell silly or clever or favorite words and simple sentences or poems
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Place the letters on the toast, and share your edible poems, secret messages, or silly words … or enjoy eating your words! Add a glass of milk or milk alternative for a fast, fun, breakfast or snack.
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Let it Snowadilla
Terrifically Easy Trifle
Ingredients: Package of flour tortillas Shredded cheese of choice (mozzarella, montery jack, or white cheddar keeps it “white” like snow) Equipment: Kitchen scissors Baking sheet Oven mitts Spatula
Ingredients: 6-12 premade cupcakes, any flavor (homemade, store bought, your preference) Yogurt- vanilla, strawberry, lemon (any flavor of choice) Choice of fruit – think about colors- raspberries, blueberries, strawberries Mint sprigs (optional) Equipment: Knife and cutting board Spoons Drinking glasses Spoons
1. Fold the tortilla in half and then in half again. Hold the folds together.
2. Cut out shapes and designs from the folded edges of
the tortilla with a kitchen scissors. Cut through all the folds/layers, trying not to tear the tortilla. This is similar process to cutting snowflakes out of paper.
3. Open the tortilla to the snowflake design and place it flat on the baking sheet.
4. Sprinkle cheese over the snowflake tortilla, trying to
keep the cheese on the tortilla and not in the holes ☺ You now have a snowadilla.
5. Place the baking sheet with the snowflake tortillas in the oven under the broiler just until the cheese bubbles. WATCH carefully — this only takes a few seconds.
6. Using oven mitts, remove the baking sheet from oven, set aside to allow to cool before eating.
7. While the tortilla snowflakes are cooking, sprinkle a
small amount of cheese on a place (to look like snow). With a spatula, place the tortilla snowflake on the plate and serve.
8. Enjoy with a warm bowl of soup and sliced apples. You can roll or fold over your snowflake tortilla for easier finger food, too. (Try adding thin sliced- matchstick size-peeled apples to snowadilla when you sprinkle cheese, it’s a nice combination and adds a little crunch).
1. Slice across one cupcake into 3 layers (do not slice down from top to bottom, slice across). Set aside.
2. Place several spoons of yogurt in a glass. Be sure
to completely cover the bottom of the glass with the yogurt. Spread a small amount of yogurt up the sides of the glass, too.
3. Place a slice of cupcake on top of the yogurt 4. Add another color of yogurt on top of the cupcake slice.
5. Arrange some fruit on the yogurt. Press some
along the sides of the glass. Hold the glass up to see how the layers appear to make sure you can see each layer.
6. Continue the layers of cupcake, yogurt, and fruit. 7. Top off the cupcake with a piece or two of fruit and sprig of mint to decorate.
8. Place the trifles in the refrigerator for about 1 hour to chill.
9. When ready to serve, enjoy this colorful treat after a nice warm, family meal.
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Grandparent Gab Importance of Exercise
Going to the gym to workout may not have been as popular when you were in your teens and twenties as it is currently, so why start now? How often do you have to work out, and do you have to lift heavy weights?
As more studies are done with people ages
50+ years, there has been an increased focus on what exercise is, what it can do, and how much is necessary to be beneficial. One of the major findings is that as people get older, the amount of exercise that is done for the specific reason of exercise, decreases. However, the studies are finding that the benefits are quickly becoming apparent, as are the defining criteria. Therefore, it is worth exercising more! For example, an investigation of the lifestyles of adults who are working full-time versus those who
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are semi/fully retired shows that adults who are working full-time are more physically active. They wake up earlier, and often go to sleep later. For them to get a “good� workout in, they have to do more strenuous exercise, and do so approximately 3-4 times per week. For those who are not as physically active, they should exercise 5-6 days per week, but it does not have to be strenuous. In fact, it does not even have to be at the gym. Ikudome, et al (2017), found that doing five exercises at home: 1) sitting down and standing up from a chair, 2) hip joint extension and flexion, 3) calf raises, 4) side leg raises in a standing
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position, and 5) trunk flexion and extension in a seated position, performing each exercise 16 times at a tempo of once per 2 s, and doing these 3 minute sets, 3 times per day, showed positive effects on both Cognitive and Physical measures. In addition to Cognitive and Physical benefits, regular exercise has been correlated with better well-being and mood. Studies find a decrease in a depressive state with increased exercise. On measures of wellbeing and positive aspect, it was not the intensity of exercise that was correlated, but the frequency and enjoyment factor of that particular exercise. For someone who does not enjoy tennis, but tries it for the benefits of exercise, there is no benefit for wellbeing, compared to someone who enjoys tennis and does it for exercise. Here are some tips for getting started with an exercise routine: Check with your doctor and find out if there are any exercises that you should avoid. Figure out what you like to do, and why. Do you prefer stretching, and home-based exercises, or going to a gym and working out there? Do you prefer group classes, or sports like tennis/golf? Take it slow and build up to a stable routine, without pushing yourself past your body’s limits at that particular point in time.
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References Lee, P. , Yang,Y-C,Huang, C-K ,Hsiao, C-H, Liu, T-Y, and Wang, C-Y (2017). Effect of exercise on depressive symptoms and body balance in the elderly. Educational Gerontology, 43(1), 33–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03601277.2016.1260905 Lee, Y-J., Hung, W-L. (2011). The relationship between exercise participation and well-being of the retired elderly. Aging & Mental Health, Vol. 15, No. 7, September 2011, 873–881. Ikudome, S., Mori, S., Unenaka, S., Kawanishi, M., Kitamura, T., and Nakamoto, H. (2017). Effect of Long-Term Body-Mass-Based Resistance Exercise on Cognitive Function in Elderly People. Journal of Applied Gerontology, Vol. 36(12) 1519–1533.
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Why Put a 4-Year Square Peg in a 2-Year Round Hole W
e have all heard of trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. Did you ever think you may be doing this with your child without even knowing? When everyone from School Counselors to parents, tell kids that they have no choice but to go to college, we are severely limiting them to success in life and a potentially rewarding career. There aren’t many industries out there where having a four year degree is backed by literally hundreds of thousands of job openings with an almost guaranteed need throughout their career. The “Trades”, offer just such an opportunity at a fraction of the cost.
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n the “old days”, let’s face it in my day back in the 1980’s, Trades were only brought up if you didn’t score high enough on the right test. In most cases, the conversation went like this; Guidance Counselors would cast upon those kids that just didn’t achieve, “Johnny shows great aptitude with his hands but just can’t grasp the better refinements of the Periodic Table” or “Betty can build anything. She shows great ingenuity but doesn’t comprehend how the Industrial Revolution improved the lives of her fellow Americans.” Guess what?! The Trades are here, and they are growing in a HUGE way. Many kids graduate from a four-year university and either have a hard time finding a job in their degree or finding a job that cannot both support them AND service their massive school debt. I hear, “but I want my child to have that go-away to college experience”. Fun fact time, there are some great Technical Colleges that are set up like Junior Colleges so your student can still get that “college experience” while going away for school, and having to figure out living on their own and earn an associates degree. You may be asking how do I get my child into a Trade, and which Trade do I choose? Get them some exposure, have them attend career days. Talk with friends or family in particular Trades. Find summer jobs working in a warehouse or as helpers. Just ask around, you would be surprised how many business owners are willing to talk with parents and kids about their particular business. Let’s face it, as a business owner it only makes sense because we need people … strike that, we desperately need people. The great thing is you can work for a company while going to school thus earning great experience while you are learning about your job all at the same time. In closing a few MUST FOLLOW WITHOUT EXCEPTIONS for parents and kids. First off, keep your driving record clean. In most cases now, insurance companies will not insure any driver of a company vehicle without three (3) years of driving experience. That puts you at 19, but there are many other things you can do to “dip your feet” into a Trade without having to drive a company vehicle. If you get a ticket, figure it out. DO NOT get a DWI/DUI. Period. End of story. In the service/retrofit industry you need to be able to drive a company vehicle. Uninsurable employees are VERY expensive to employ. Another little tidbit … we all drug test.
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JEWISH
HOLIDAY EXPLAINED
Tu B'shvat / טו בשבט
“The New Year of the Trees”
What? This is the holiday that recognizes the “Birthday of the Trees”. Each tree is considered to be a year older on this holiday. Hence, if a tree is planted on the 14th of the month of Shevat, it begins its second year on the 15th. If a tree is planted on the 16th of Shevat, it won't turn 2 until the following 15th of Shevat. This timing is based on when the rainy season is in Israel, and when trees bear fruit. (It is a different new year for legumes, grains, and vegetables.)
Why? This holiday reflects the Torah’s agricultural laws in Israel. There are rules as to how much can be harvested for personal use and donation from trees, fields, and harvests. For fruit trees, Leviticus 19:23:25 states that during the first 3 years, the fruit can not be harvested and eaten. The fourth year's fruit is for G-d. After that, the fruit can be harvested, donated, and eaten. In order to know how to follow this, and other rules, knowing how to determine the age of the tree is crucial.
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(Tu B'Shevat is on the 15th of Shevat of the Jewish calendar)
What Happens/Customs? There are several different customs for this holiday, including:
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Planting trees in Israel, or donating towards the planting of trees. Eating a new fruit, or eating from the Seven Species that are described as being plentiful in the Biblical land of Israel: wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives, and dates. Participating in a feast and discussing the holiday. (This holiday is similar to the American Arbor Day, in some ways.)
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Comparing people to trees, this is a great time to think about personal growth, spiritual nourishment, giving to others, making “green” choices, and figuring out what we can do to help the Earth.
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“Busy! How are you?” I know I’m not alone in that automatic response to the question, “How are you?” It’s a common narrative these days: we use “busy” as a way not only to describe, but also to define our life.
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I haven’t figured out how to be (or even feel) less busy, but I have found one trick I want to share, one strategy that helps me to separate myself from the mental noise that comes with busy-ness: board games. All children actively and passively crave parental attention, but there is nothing more blatant than a ‘will you play with me?’ request. Board games give me an easy way to say yes: there is a distinct endpoint, there’s a semblance of rules and expectations, and they require me to give my full attention. As a Shabbat observer— as with any family looking to take a break from electronics—I am grateful for a way to entertain my children as well as engage them, disconnecting from the world of electronics and work, so I can connect with my family. Even if we only make it through five or ten minutes, even if I have to say ‘I need a break and cannot play anymore,’ I made the time to focus on my child or
children, giving them the attention they crave and deserve, and finding balance instead of busyness.
Ultimately, board games help me practice an exercise in perspective that a good friend taught me about that ever-present busy-ness: stop saying ‘I have to,’ and begin saying ‘I get to!’ It is a quiet mantra, something I say to myself when my exhausted brain wants to say I am too busy, I make a mental switch. When my children ask me to play a board game, I get to say yes. I even get to help with homework and I get to help with baths and bedtimes. We’re often so overwhelmed by the obligations of life that all we do lumps together under the ‘busy’ umbrella, but taken individually, the joys and priorities of parenting are something we get to do as a blessing. Saying ‘I get to’, helps center me on days when I feel less blessed and more pressured. So break out chess, Candyland, Monopoly (if you have a little more stamina), or Othello. Join me in my mantra - I get to work, and I get to play another round of Go-Fish. Say yes, make some memories, and feel pride in defining a given moment for the blessing it brings, not the busy-ness.
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One particular week, my then-Pre-K student’s teacher recorded each classmate’s answer to what they loved most about the Shabbat. My son’s response was ‘playing Talisman (a revamped board-based, role-playing game from the late ‘70s) with my Abba!’ Even better was the teacher’s reinterpretation: she assumed my son and I dressed-up as superheroes in my Tallis (prayer shawl) and recorded his answer as ‘playing Tallis-Man.’ Either way – I knew that for those moments of play with my children, I was their super-hero.
DADDY
here are all kinds of ways to be busy, whether or not you have a traditional work schedule. I lead a Jewish day school with halls full of eager and enthusiastic students. I’m busy! And when I get home to my five wonderful children (not to mention the new puppy), I’m still busy. But busy-ness as a parent, morphs into a cycle of exhaustion, joy, love, and frustration: carpool, get children to actually eat dinner, laugh together over a joke, cajole them into doing homework, break up (or join in) a tickle fight, fight over bedtimes and teeth brushing, then, hopefully, a peaceful few minutes sitting with them as they fall asleep. It’s a lot to do and we swing often and quickly from one intense emotion to another. That pervasive busy-ness makes us feel guilty when we lose our patience during the time we have together, and feel even guiltier for not having more time together.
RABBI YAAKOV GREEN Rabbi Green has been the Head of School at Epstein Hebrew Academy for the past five years. He has dedicated his life to the education and inspiration of Jews from a myriad of backgrounds and from all over the globe. Rabbi Green holds a Master’s degree in Education with a concentration in technology in the classroom. His innovative educational programs have been implemented at large teen conventions and in public school classrooms across North America. Rabbi Green originally hails from Newton, MA, and is a proud member of Red Sox Nation (even if it makes him less popular around here). Rabbi Green is married to Elisheva Green from Brooklyn, NY and together they have five beautiful children three girls and two boys (and a brand new puppy named Brady!).
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COOKING CORNER
Easy Winter Ratatouille with Che ese
4 long zucchini 8 tomatoes with sim ilar diameter to your zucchini (likely cherry tomato es) 6 Italian eggplant wit h similar diameter to your zucchini 8 fresh mozzarella bal ls, similar diameter 2 cups tomato sauce
8 basil leaves Salt and pepper to tas te
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wash zucchini and cut each one in half. Place one at a time bet 2 large chopsticks. ween Cut horizontally to rig ht above chopstick, every 1/3 of an inch. are done, the top wil When you l be sliced deeply, bu t still connected on the bottom. Cut tomatoes, eggpla nt and mozzarella ch eese into 1/4 inch cir cles. Put tomato sauce int o a casserole dish. Th en put the zucchini into the dish. “boats� In the first zucchini slit, put a slice of egg plant. In the second slice of tomato. In the slit, put a third slit, put a slice of the mozzarella. Th going with the eggpla en keep nt, tomato, cheese pat tern until all of the zuc boats are filled. chini Add salt and pepper . Cook, uncovered for 20-30 minutes, until veggies are tender, an is melted and brown d cheese ed.
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1 2 3 4 Chair Yoga
1/1 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
1/1 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.
World Bird Sanctuary
1/1 8am-5pm Guided tours, animal experiences, nature center, wildlife hospital, and more! 125 BALD EAGLE RIDGE RD., 63088 FREE
Open Play at the J
Ages 11-14 years!! Join us for a night of Super Smash Bros Wii U! Bring your own controller or use ours. Teen Game Night follows from 6 pm- 8pm.
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.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Purina Farms
30 Trails in 30 minutes
Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore!
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.
1/2 9:30am-3:30pm 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE
Open play
1/2 10am-11am Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 3-5.
1/3 9am-5pm
WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/ PARKSANDRECREATION/TRAILS/ 30-30HIKESPROGRAM FREE
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Preschool Science
Science Storytime at the Science Center
Explore science concepts hands-on with your preschooler. Ages 3-6
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.
Ladies' Knight
1/2 10:15am-11:15am
5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Wine Down Wednesday
1/2 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine!
1/3 10am-11am ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: DANIEL BOONE FREE, BUT REGISTRATION
1/3 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
1/4 10:30am-11:30am
JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE
Seniors
1/3 5:45pm-7pm
Simchat Shabbat at Shaare Emeth 1/4
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.
Tween/Teen
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Ages 12-17yrs. This month we are reading "Steelheart" by Brandon Sanderson. Copies available at the Service Desk.
Super Smash Bros Wii U
11645 LADUE RD 63141
Online Graphic Design for Kids
1/4 1:30pm-3:30pm Interested in creating your own flyers, cards, advertisements, or social media graphics? Join us as we explore free graphic designing websites perfect for any skill level.
Secular
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.
1/2 6:30pm-8pm
Friday
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Laser Tag Special
1/4 5pm-11pm Unlimited laser tag!
Jewish
1/1 9:15am-10:15am
Book Discussions: Papercuts Anonymous
Thursday
4105 N CLOVERLEAF DR, 63376 $9.99 PER PERSON
DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
Schools & Synagogues
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
Wednesday
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www.dimvaloo.com
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Lone Elk Park
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1/5 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.
Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
1/6 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.
1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE
457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
St Louis Zoo
1/5 8am-12pm
1/6 9am-5pm
Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.
The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.
MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110
1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Alton Audubon Eagle Ice Festival
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
At the Alton Visitor Center you can see a live American bald eagle up close and personal, let the kids enjoy cold weather games including Ice Putt Putt Golf, ice sculptures, Ice Cube Crush and Spin the Wheel to win great prizes! Watch shavings fly as sculptors transform blocks of ice and wood into magnificent pieces of art right before your eyes!
Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries.
1/5 10am-2pm
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200 PIASA ST, ALTON, ILLINOIS 62002 FREE
1/6 1pm-4pm
ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR
Free Open House at St Louis Gym Centre
1/6 1pm-3pm 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! 315 W. PACIFIC AVE
Schools & Synagogues
Sunday Chess Classes 1/6
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.
Monday
1/7 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.
Open Play at the J
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Special $1 meals at Crown Center Dining Room
1/7 5pm 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.
CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR CALL 314-991-2055 FOR MORE INFORMATION. COMMUNITY MEMBERS WELCOME.
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1/8 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
1/8 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
Urban Fort Play Cafe
Chair Yoga
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.
NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J
1/7 9am-4pm
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 & UNDER PER CHILD
St Louis Zoo
1/7 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
1/7 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
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1/8 11am-12pm JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-442-3255.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
1/8 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON
Story Time
1/8 10am-10:30am Ages 3- 5 yrs. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE
Wednesday Baby-n-Me Classes
9 10 11 12 Thursday
Saturday
Friday
Museum of Transportation
Baby-n-Me Classes
Historic Soulard Market
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round
Stop Motion Animation
Water Waddlers
Open Play at the J
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
Create your own stop motion movie with an iPad app. iPads provided. Ages 10-14. Registration required.
Enjoy a morning of fun at the indoor tot pool with your friends, neighbors and children. This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child.
1/9 9:30am-10:45am
1/9 6pm-7:30pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
1/9 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.
Science Storytime at the Science Center
1/9 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
Wine Down Wednesday
1/9 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
1/10 9am-4pm
1/10 10:30am-12pm
THE LODGE DES PERES, 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
Ladies' Knight
1/10 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
Minecraft
1/10 6pm-7:15pm Ages 8-10 yrs. Build and create a virtual world with others using Minecraft. No Minecraft subscription required. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED
1/11 10am-11:30am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
1/11 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.
1/12 7am-5pm
730 CARROLL STREET, 63104
1/12 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.
JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE
MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110
Tater Tot Shabbat
Keeper Talks
1/11 5:30pm-7pm It's Cold Outside. 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.
1/12 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.
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
Tot Shabbat
Urban Fort Play Cafe
1/11 6pm-6:30pm 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, & music specialist Suzy Weber. SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE
Feature Film: "Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century"
1/12 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
1/11 3pm-5pm Let’s watch a Disney Channel Movie! Refreshments served. MPAA rating: TV-G. Running time: 97 min. Ages 12-17. Registration recommended. Meeting Room 1. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: DANIEL BOONE FREE
St Louis Science Center
1/11 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
1/13 10am-12pm
Tween/Teen
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.
50th Anniversary Meet! Ever wondered about this Olympic sport? Come watch some of the fastest skaters in the MidWest battle for their position. Event for all ages! ** Great college sport potential!**
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.
Secular
1/14 1:30pm-2:30pm
CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR
St Louis Zoo
1/14 9am-5pm
Guided tours, animal experiences, nature center, wildlife hospital, and more!
The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.
125 BALD EAGLE RIDGE RD., 63088 FREE
1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Sunday Chess Classes
Skating at Steinberg Rink
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
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.
1/13
starting from 1 pm
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.
Jewish
Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.
Crown Center Yiddish Group
1/13 8am-5pm
Free Family Days at Laumeier
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.
Gateway Speedskating Championship
World Bird Sanctuary
1/13 2pm-4pm Find inspiration in the natural environment and sculptures for a variety of art projects and activities!
CALENDAR
12580 ROTT RD., 63127
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Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
KIRKWOOD ICE RINK, 111 S. GEYER RD. FREE FOR SPECTATORS
St. Louis Jewish Parents
Tuesday
1/14 10:30am-11:30am
Open Play at the J
457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
1/13 9am-2pm
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1/14 10am-9pm
FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
Israeli Folk Dancing
1/14 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
1/15 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
1/15 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
1/15 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J. RSVP to Laura at 314-442-3255 ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS
Ballroom Dance Lessons
1/15 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
Budding Artists
1/15 2pm-3pm 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.
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Baby-n-Me Classes
Lone Elk Park
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
1/16 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Teen Ink
1/16 6pm-6:55pm 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! ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Science Storytime at the Science Center
1/16 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
Water Waddlers
1/16 10:30am-12pm Enjoy a morning of fun at the indoor tot pool with your friends, neighbors and children. This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child. THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
Wine Down Wednesday
1/16 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine! DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
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Loop Ice Carnival
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.
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.
Come to the iconic Loop Ice Carnival - fun for everyone. Ice sculptures, games, shopping, and more!
St Louis Science Center
Baby-n-Me Classes
1/17 7:30am-10pm
1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE
1/17 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
2 year old story time
1/17 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Living in Space
1/17 4:30pm-5:30pm Presented by Mad ScienceComplete an important space mission and build a model space station. Bring home the challenge of repairing a ripped solar panel on the International Space Station with your very own Mad Science® Spacewalk Mission!Ages 5-12. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: DANIEL BOONE FREE, BUT REGISTRATION
Ladies' Knight
1/17 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
1/18 10:30am-11:30am
JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE
1/18 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
Storytelling in the Museum
1/18 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
Museum of Transportation
1/18 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
1/19 7am-11pm
DELMAR LOOP FREE
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
1/19 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
1/19 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
Walking Tour of the Museum Circle and Indoor Exhibition
1/19 10:30am-11:30am All ages can enjoy Laumeier Sculpture park! 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 $5 PER NON-MEMBER
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Loop Ice Carnival
1/18 7pm-11pm Snow ball. Come to the iconic Loop Ice Carnival - fun for everyone. DELMAR LOOP FREE
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www.dimvaloo.com
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
1/20 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
Museum of Transportation
Tween/Teen
1/20 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Animal Encounters
1/20 10am-3pm
Secular
Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat. WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
Sunday Chess Classes 1/20
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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
1/21 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
MLK Jr Community Celebration
1/21 10am Ages 14 and under with families. Discuss how to make a difference in your community, get active with yoga and movement workshops, create peace-inspired art, meet local and nationally renowned authors, and explore stories of the civil rights movement and the work of Dr. King. MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
Messy Day at MLK
1/21 10am-12pm Join us with the community's youngest social activists for a morning of music, social action, movement and a chance to get a little messy, too. Calling all preschoolers!
MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 FREE, BUT RSVP TO PATTY BLOOM
MLK Day Event with JCRC and Jewish Book Festival
1/21 7pm-9pm Sam Graham-Felsen will moderate a discussion with leaders from local schools about education, class and modern day civil rights. There will be a focus on the book, "Green".
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JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE. FOR MORE INFO: APAKETT@JCCSTL.ORG
Israeli Folk Dancing
1/21 8:30pm-11pm
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Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! We now have a beginner's class! MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON
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BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
1/22 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
1/22 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
1/22 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
Art in the Afternoon: Snow, Snow, Snow
1/22 1:30pm-2:30pm Ages 3-6. It's a blizzard of stories, crafts and activities this afternoon. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Glitter Globe
Baby-n-Me Classes
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
Ages 12-18yrs. Get your DIY on and make a sparkly glitter globe.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
1/23 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Anime Club
1/23 6pm-8pm Otakus, unite! Watch and discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
Castlewood State Park
1/23 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
Baby Play Time
1/23 10am-11am Let your baby explore the world through sensory play in a relaxed group setting. Ages 0-24 months ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: DANIEL BOONE FREE
Science Storytime at the Science Center
1/23 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
Wine Down Wednesday
1/23 6pm
1/24 6pm-7:30pm ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
2 year old Story Time
1/24 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Water Waddlers
1/24 10:30am-12pm Enjoy a morning of fun at the indoor tot pool with your friends, neighbors and children. This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child. THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
Ladies' Knight
1/24 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
1/25 10am-11:30am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Open Play at the J
1/25 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
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
1/26 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
1/26 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
Laser Tag
1/25 5pm-11pm All You Can Play Laser Tag
KOKOMO JOE'S, 4105 N. CLOVERLEAF DR., ST PETERS $9.99 PER PERSON
Urban Fort Play Cafe
1/25 9am-4pm
Museum of Transportation
1/26 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
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.
Shabbat Talmud Class
Water Waddlers
TRADITIONAL CONGREGATION. 12437 LADUE ROAD 63141 FREE
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 & UNDER PER CHILD
1/25 10:30am-12pm Enjoy a morning of fun at the indoor tot pool with your friends, neighbors and children. This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child.
1/26 6:45pm-8pm Join our Talmud Class! We’ll be studying Bava Kamma; the primary topic is Rabbinic tort law, i.e., personal injury and property damages. Men and women are welcome to attend. If you have questions or would like to join, contact Rabbi Seth Gordon at Rabbi. Gordon@yahoo.com.
THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine! DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124
314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www.dimvaloo.com
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
1/27 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
1/27 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
1/27 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 1/27
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
Jewish
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NON-MEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
Monday
1/28 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.
Open Play at the J
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Tales of Streetcars Then to Now: A Jewish Seniors Lunch and Program.
1/28 12pm-2pm Relive the street travel of yesteryear as historian Mark Goldfeder shares rare film footage of St. Louis along the 485 miles of streetcar track that carried people until May of 1966. Enjoy a lunch of vegetable lasagna, Italian salad, Texas toast, a fruit cup, and brownies for dessert. Glutenfree option available. TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DR. $10, RSVP BY 1/18 TO LISA AT 314-432-8050 EXT. 204
Facebook for Beginners
1/28 6:30pm-8:30pm Learn about Facebook, a popular social network that allows you to connect, communicate and share with friends, families and companies from around the world. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Teen Cafe: Bucket Drumming
1/28 6pm-8pm
Schools & Synagogues
Explore new passions, skills and hobbies in a casual environment. This month's focus is percussion and bucket drumming. Refreshments will be provided.Ages 13-18. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
CALENDAR
1/28 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
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1/29 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
1/29 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
1/29 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
1/29 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
Castlewood State Park
1/29 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
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Baby-n-Me Classes
2 year old Story Time
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills.
1/30 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Anime Manga Club
1/30 6:30pm-7:30pm Otakus, unite! Watch and discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
Story Time
1/30 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
1/30 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
Wine Down Wednesday
1/30 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
1/31 10am-11am
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Skating at Steinberg Rink
1/31 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.
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
1/31 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.
Ladies' Knight
1/31 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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Ultimate Ninjas St Louis
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Young start-ups help our community’s economy. Look here monthly to see what is new!
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! stl@ultimateninjas.com 636-206-8550 140 Long Rd., Chesterfield 63005 www.ultimateninjas.com
NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
314-291-2131
8944 St. Charles Rock Road, 3rd Floor info@northwestchamber.com http://www.northwestchamber.com/
The well appointed pantry. We specialize in pies & kitchen/dining gifting. Vegan friendly. 314-692-8776 9783 Clayton Rd. in Ladue www.dottiesflourshop.com dottiesflourshop Dottie's Flour Shop
New listing for January Listed in December Turning 1 year old!
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Roadside Runway Boutique Roadside Runway is a boutique that specializes and sells women's young contemporary clothing. 314-488-1455 11219 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood www.roadsiderunway.com RoadsideRunwayBoutique RoadsideRunwayBoutique
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!
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Poké Munch 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
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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.
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Beit Shira Hebrew School
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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.
Harper School
admin@harperschool.org 314-738-9560 11155 Clayton Rd, 63131 www.harperschool.org HarperSchool
Jewish Business Professionals
jbpstl1@gmail.com www.jbpstl.com Jewish Business Professionals of Saint Louis (JBPSTL)
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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!
I Love Kickboxing in Creve Coeur! 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 314-390-1200 10483 Old Olive Street Rd www.Ilovekickboxing.com ilovekickboxingcrevecoeurmo ilkb_Creve_Coeur
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636-220-1211 14015 Manchester, MO 63011 D1 Training St Louis West
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I specialize in Jewish-themed, soulful pieces that elevate the everyday.
pomegranatesandhoneyjewelry@gmail.com pomegranatesandhoneyjewelry pomegranantesandhoney
314-279-1350 9628 Olive Blvd, 63132 www.sharesweetstl.com Share-Sweet-1782457068722011/
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Like to share? Try sharing Asian-inspired desserts. Have a milk bubble tea, stuffed waffle, pudding, or juice concoction!
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Carly & Jordan 636-259-2656 twomaidschesterfield.com twomaidschesterfield
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Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop Our modern garden store offers a thoughtfully curated selection of purposeful plants and natural landscape solutions, without any invasive species or harsh chemicals. Our coffee shop brews hand-crafted drinks with a focus on flavor, quality, and guest experience. Custom tastings & workshops blend both worlds, by letting you engage with local experts in food, art, gardening and more!
Fire Tech Web Design We facilitate the growth of startups and other small business by providing clean, functional, and well designed websites with no-nonsense website management. (636) 486-6015 info@firetechwebdesign.com www.firetechwebdesign.com
Larry OpinskyConsulting, Disability Advocacy I am now offering my expertise in all aspects of disability to parents, self advocates, companies, religious groups, and communities. From initial diagnosis to the school system to transition-to-adulthood and beyond, I am available to help anyone who wants to empower themselves to advocate for their children (or themselves). Larry@larryopinsky.com www.larryopinsky.com
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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.
St. Louis's newest art gallery where you can find gifts and artwork for every occasion, including Bar/Bat mitzvah, wedding, teachers, housewarming gifts, and plenty of functional and affordable artwork. Wendy Harris 314-833-3540 6511 delmar blvd, 63130 ArtisansinTHE LOOP www.artisansintheloop.com
We curate artwork that evokes the miracle of the natural world through humanity‘s distilled symbolic language
803 Marshall Ave Webster Groves, MO 63119 www.maypopshop.com maypopcoffeeandgarden maypop_shop
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Cherokee Street Gallery
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You set the goal, we help you get there! We offer adult boot camp, adult strength and kids fitness programming in a fun, sports-based facility.
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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.
kindermusik.joyfulsounds@gmail.com 314-246-9787 www.joyfulsoundsstudio.com kindermusikjoyfulsounds
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