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Grabbing and Handedness 12 The Name Danger 16 Due the Math 22 Merging and Road Rage 28
DADDY & ME PATRICK L. THIMANGU 40
Strategic Work Avoidance FROM THE CONCIERGE’S DESK
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LETTER FROM THE
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Winning Isn’t Won, But Is it? I currently have 2 of my boys who are in the midst of competition season. One is new to the competition scene, and the other is almost 4 years in. An interesting thing to me is that they are both still learning, albeit different things. Another interesting thing is how worked up parents get about the results of each competition – myself included, if I allow it.
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.
I find that I have to remind myself that I do not actually want my children to be so solely focused on their competitive endeavor to the exclusion of everything else. I have to remember that it does not matter if my child is the “youngest” at something, because there will always be someone younger in the future. It is a fleeting success. I have learned over the past 4 years, and through my children’s competitions, that the following points are life wins, which are so much more important than the actual win of one game or one season: 1) Winning isn’t won and losing isn’t lost. You have to keep going all the way through the race, meet, or game, until right after the end. Don’t give up. Keep pushing. 2) “Should” as applied to a human is very negative, and best avoided. It is okay to say, “My skates should be sharp so that I can skate faster.” It is not okay to say, “I should have won that game.” Why “should”? If every game had the expected result, there would be no reason to play, and no chance for earned upsets. 3) If my child has tried his best AND he learned something from the day, it was a win regardless of the actual result of the game/meet. The “win” is not in that particular round/game/race, but with what he learned that can be applied to future ones. I now firmly believe that there is so much luck involved in getting to the top levels, that getting there should not even be the goal, let alone the timing of getting there. Perhaps, it is the focus of the “life win” that we should all, as parents, be putting more emphasis on. It seems that by teaching my children to work hard, find balance, learn from each experience, and focus on the lessons learned, regardless of the outcome, there has been a “win.”
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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE
MAKE MORE MISTAKES by Courvaun
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I am told that the best mistake I ever made was slipping out of my mother’s womb three days late, and from there it has been a wild world. I hadn’t even made my grand entrance into the world correctly. My stumbling out of my fetal world into Missouri taught me my first life lesson: Mistakes are the best way to learn. It also seems to be the most valuable lesson I have learned so far-- and it’s applicable to all aspects of life. [continued pg 10]
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[Voice of Generation J, Cont. from pg 8]
“…as teens, parents and/ or teachers it is imperative that we help kids understand the importance of mistakes…”
Mention “mistakes” to any perfectionist (myself included) and the response given will be along the lines of “avoid them at all cost.” No one wants to mess up, but by doing so we (hopefully) assess what went wrong and keep moving. When learning to walk, all babies fall down but get right back up. The amazing thing about life is that even creatures as small as one-yearold humans learn new things every time they mess up. I spent twelve years of my life repeating silly mistakes before anyone told me that mistakes are normal. I spent so much of my time perfecting things that it ultimately caused problems in other places. I never realized that in life there will often be a chance, or a choice, and you have to make a mistake and then try plan B. When I gave myself room for error, I acknowledged that I’m not miraculous and nothing I do will be ten out of ten on the first try. Everyone around me knows I’m bubbly, optimistic, and dramatic. However, on days when I feel I make huge mistakes, I become the biggest diva around. This all comes from one of the biggest mistakes I have made. In 7th grade, my best friend and I had a huge falling out (one that
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would have made an amazing episode of Gossip Girl.) The situation can be summed up as miscommunication, hightension, and my pride. A terrible mix with an even worse outcome! Thus, began my reign as the school’s notorious Blair Waldorf. I was the meanest and coldest person around. I verbally attacked people who blinked at the wrong times. I didn’t see anything wrong with what I was doing. Everyone seemed so stupid to me, and so until they “fixed their brain,” I would continue to let them know. It took me getting suspended two times in a row to realize I was the wrong one. I made a mistake and it killed me to know that I did. I spent my summer that year looking back and writing out ways I could have handled every situation. I studied chakras and meditated. I turned my room into the Himalayas, and would escape and try to find myself. That was the moment I realized I wasn’t doomed to these mistakes forever and not all mistakes were bad. Honestly, mistakes can be great learning opportunities. I turned everything around and began my iconic hippie phase of bettering the world around me by spreading my new way of life.
Now, here I am, years older and a Taekwondo instructor; a job where there are so many possibilities for things to go awry. When I started, I would talk so much and try so hard to get every kid to look perfect. That’s a mistake that many teachers, and even parents, make when we want our kids to match the image in our heads. I have seen a kid do a puzzle incorrectly, and my first response was to show disappointment rather than help him understand where he went wrong. Everyone, especially children, want to have fun and feel accomplished. Now I have learned, that as teens, it is imperative that parents and/ or teachers help kids understand the importance of mistakes, otherwise we put kids in a cycle of non-improvement. Show them their mistakes and help them find solutions. It’s how we can create a generation of problem solvers like myself. *insert narcissistic hair flip*
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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Grabbing and Handedness
Have you ever noticed how quickly babies learn how to grab and pull your jewelry, hair, and just about anything else- all in just 12 months’ time?
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etween 4-6 months, they go from batting at things with an open palm, to object-directed reaching. They even become able to pick things up with their fingers. Between 9-12 months, babies are really efficient at getting what they are targeting, whether it is a specific toy, a set of keys, hair, or your favorite necklace. In the earlier months, they may need multiple attempts, but they keep trying. If you have noticed this, you may also have seen that sometimes babies reach with one hand, but at other times they reach with the other. Many parents wonder if their baby is going to be ambidextrous as a child and adult. This is such an interesting topic that there have been MANY researchers who have looked at this exact question. The results are fascinating! The studies find that babies as young as 9 months seem to have a preference for which hand to use for reaching for food, toys and objects. They maintain this choice until about 13 months, but then tend to use both hands equally from 14-19 months. Between 19-24 months, babies were found to have “picked” a hand. Typically, it was the same as the one used most at the 9-month point! Studies looking at whether the baby was reaching for a Cheerio versus a toy or a tool showed that younger babies reached out with their dominant hand regardless of where the desired item was placed in front of them. For example, if sitting in a chair with a tray and the Cheerio was on the left side of the tray, the baby still reached out with the right hand, despite it being “easier” to reach out with the left hand (in a right-hand-dominant child.)
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This shifted at about 14 months. At this point, the majority of babies studied tended to not want to cross the midline. The babies reached out with whichever hand was closest to the desired item. Researchers looked both at how babies reached out, but also at the particular tools/tasks they were being asked to perform with their hands. Surprisingly, there was enough of a difference that the recommendation was made that all future studies incorporate different items from various “frequency” of use groups. For example, babies would reach for a spoon, a high frequency item, with the dominant hand, but would reach out for an unknown toy with either hand. All this to say, most babies do have a dominant hand. This dominance can be seen at 9 months, and after a brief period, is actually stable. Parents do not need to be concerned if they see the hand-dominance “switch” for a while.
References: Sacrey, L. R., Arnold, B., Whishaw, I. Q., & Gonzalez, C. L. R. (2013). Precocious hand use preference in reach-to-eat behavior versus manual construction in 1- to 5-year-old children. Developmental Psychobiology, 55(8), 902–911. Rat-Fischer, L., O’Regan, J. K., & Fagard, J. (2013). Handedness in infants’ tool use. Developmental Psychobiology, 55(8), 860–868. Cannon, E. N., Simpson, E. A., Fox, N. A., Vanderwert, R. E., Woodward, A. L., & Ferrari, P. F. (2016). Relations between infants’ emerging reach-grasp competence and event-related desynchronization in EEG. Developmental Science, 19(1), 50–62.
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Black History Month recognizes some of the extraordinary contributions of African Americans to United States History. Started as a week-long celebration in 1926, by Carter G. Woodson, it became a month-long recognition in 1976. February was chosen as the month because it is the birth month of both Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. Some firsts: John Mercer Langston was the first African American man to become a lawyer, and then one of the first to ever be elected to public office in America. Thurgood Marshall was the first African American Supreme Court Justice. He won the Brown vs. Board of Education case in 1954, ending racial segregation in public schools. Madam C.J. Walker was the first free-born member of her family. She went on to become one of the first female, self-made millionaires. She was also known for her philanthropical interests. The United States population of African American/Black residents was 4.8 million in 1870. It grew to 40.7 million in 2007. Over the past decade, the population has grown again, and is now 15% of the U.S. population. Barack Obama became the first African American president of the U.S., and served two terms, from 2009-2017.
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ּעּול ָלּה ָ ִשׁיּתּוף ְפ קוואּפעריישַאן ַ Pronounced: shee-TOOF pe-oo-LAH
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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The Name Danger
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Scenario: You are driving in the car with your 3-year-old who does not yet read, when all of a sudden she says, “McDonalds! I want McDonalds!” Sure enough, there is one coming up. You ask her how she knew, and she says, “Because of that!”, pointing to the giant yellow letter “M”.
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hildren can recognize and understand symbols before they can read. They maintain the ability to recognize and use symbols even after they are reading. Often times, they are taught to choose a symbol on computer sites instead of using their real names. This is done for safety purposes. We know that strangers should not know our children’s names. We do our best to teach children about “stranger danger,” but finding the right definition of who a “stranger” is can be difficult to begin with. Many families tell their children that a stranger does not know their names, or the names of their siblings, pets, or parents. Others have a family code. On the opposite side of everything, as adults, we are asked to label our children’s clothing, backpacks, sippy cups, water bottles, and more so that these items don’t get lost, and/or can be given to the correct child. Having names on items can be a huge help for both the children and adults in daycare, preschool, camp, enrichment classes, and even for parents at home, to know what belongs to which sibling in a family. Name labels and embroidery art are stand-alone businesses because of this. What should be taken into consideration however, is the idea that if your child is walking around- even with youwearing or carrying something with his/her name clearly visible, strangers will know your child’s name. Both for good purposes, and for not so good, they can address your child by name, automatically making them seem like “good strangers” at least, and as “not strangers” at most. This can be dangerous.
There are ways around this danger that do not put the embroidery shops out of business, and that still connect a child to his/her stuff.
1. Put the child’s first name on a label in a place
where it can’t be seen by someone else while walking around, e.g. on the inside.
2. Pick 3 symbols and embroider those on the
backpack, in your child’s favorite colors, e.g. a flower, a butterfly, and a book. Your child, even if they are not yet reading, will recognize the symbols. You can give the teacher at school the “key code” to your child.
3. Talk to your child about the specific idea that even if someone knows his/her name, they can still be a stranger.
Keeping children safe needs to be a top priority. Taking advantage of their ability to “code” and decode symbols at early ages can be used as a tool.
References: Apperly, I. A., Williams, E., & Williams, J. (2004). Three- to four-year-olds’ recognition that symbols have a stable meaning: Pictures are understood before written words. Child Development, 75(5), 1510–1522. https://www.verywellfamily.com/use-caution-when-labeling-kid-items-617176 Bialystok, E., & Martin, M. M. (2003). Notation to symbol: Development in children’s understanding of print. Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, 86, 223 – 243.
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Student to Student, a program of the Jewish Community Relations Council of St. Louis, empowers Jewish teens to talk about their Judaism and Israel with proficiency, authenticity, and confidence. Student to Student fights antisemitism through peer-to-peer presentations to diverse audiences and, in doing so, grows the leadership and communication skills of the teenage participants. Student to Student began in 1992 when Batya Abramson-Goldstein, then Executive Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council, saw the positive effect that Israeli high school students had on a classroom of American peers. She had presented on Judaism for teenagers from time to time but had never received the enthusiastic reaction she witnessed when the Israelis spoke. Abramson-Goldstein noted, “When I did it, it was almost like a window shade coming down on the students’ eyes. ‘Ugh, another teacher, another class.”’ Instead, she realized the way to really reach teens was through other teens.
How It Works
The Student to Student program recruits Jewish high school juniors and seniors, empowering them to share their lives with those of other faith, ethnic, and cultural identities. Participants comprise groups of four, with an emphasis on including at least one person in each group who identifies with the Conservative, Orthodox, and Reform traditions. They present throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area in public and parochial schools to classes studying a variety of subjects, including World History, Literature, World Religions and Hebrew Scriptures. In 2017-2018, 120 participants gave 110 presentations at 30 area high schools and reached over 4,000 non-Jewish high school peers, many of whom had never encountered or interacted with someone from the Jewish community.
“My students always learn so much from these presentations and have the edges of their world pushed out.” – Teacher
Student to Student participants engage non-Jewish peers by speaking informally about their experiences as Jewish teens as well as respectfully responding to questions. Jewish presenters introduce themselves, the high schools they attend, their interests and activities, and how they identify Jewishly. While students in the classroom benefit from
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learning about the experience of Judaism, they most strongly connect to the presenters when they hear about the participants’ involvement in debate, basketball, theater, and other similar activities. In between sharing their experiences or knowledge of Jewish lifecycle events, Shabbat, dietary practices, Israel, the Holocaust, and their own experiences of antisemitism, participants also talk about hanging out with friends, favorite movies, and music preferences. Participants bring as many personal props as they can, from tefillin and tallit to challah for sampling, to engage their teen audiences. As one participant of the program stated, “The program is about breaking stereotypes, educating peers, and creating a more peaceful global society. The reason Student to Student is able to be successful is that it allows teenagers to teach teenagers, instead of adults lecturing teenagers.
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The difference is incredible. When I would go on a visit, the students were so excited to listen and ask questions, which to me proved their engagement.”
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We Are Not All the Same
While facilitating interaction between Jewish students of diverse backgrounds, the program also presents multi-faceted and individualized expressions of Judaism, making it more difficult for non-Jews to stereotype. Educators find their courses enhanced by the exposure to the lived experience of Judaism as students in the classroom have a face to put to the abstract lessons of “the other.” As one teacher said in response to the program, “I am indebted to the people behind this program. My students are exposed to a wider vision of the world at large and to a deeper appreciation of Judaism in particular. I find this to be invaluable in my teaching. My students are invariably awed by the depth of understanding these young Jewish students demonstrate.”
“The commitment of these youngsters inspires my students. I am grateful as an educator and as a citizen for this sharing.” – Teacher
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Additionally, participants become comfortable presenting to large groups and gain the tools to express their Judaism. Alumni of the program have reported that the communication skills they developed giving presentations became invaluable in college and beyond as they continued to confront stereotypes, bigotry, and encounter people who had never before met someone Jewish.
Over the course of the year, participants attend training sessions that focus on responding to antisemitism, the origins of stereotypes about Jews, and the relationship between antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiments. Student to Student is an antidote to fear and distrust through the simple approach of empowering teens to step outside of their comfort zones and speak openly with non-Jewish peers about their experiences.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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Many parents ask whether their child is being appropriately challenged in their school math class. The question is truly across the board. Parents worry when they think the math is too hard, and they also equally worry when they feel that the math is not hard enough. Perhaps the group of parents that seem to be most frustrated is the one who knows that their child is not being challenged, and the child is becoming so bored that there are behavioral issues, or worse, a waning interest in math. In these tween years, the repetition in the math curriculum can lead to the tweens saying that they hate math before they even really learn what math is.
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have been schools and programs around the country that have figured out how to educate these tweens in math. The Appalachia Model Mathematics Program is one such program. They first conducted a review of the research. They found that by acceleration (advancing the students through the material), they could provide the needed challenge. They found that academically talented students benefit most from programs that emphasize acceleration. The Appalachia program grouped 4 sets of tweens together in one classroom, but they individualized the instruction and
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materials by groups 1-4. Greater emphasis was placed on enrichment for the students in Groups 1 and 2, while acceleration was stressed for the students in Groups 3 and 4. One of the biggest differences from the regular mathematics program was the creation of a linear curriculum. Instead of ever-expanding circles of more complex word problems that kept the math skill the same, the linear curriculum developed topics initially in large blocks constructed from several grades into one instructional unit. The tweens were encouraged to dive deeper into each mathematical topic. A sequence was created, and students advanced through the curriculum, as they mastered particular skills and concepts. Other programs have tried different ways of teaching math, and the ones that are proving to be successful also address the social-emotional needs of these tweens.
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JENNIFER BAER, MSW Jennifer Baer works as the PJ Library Coordinator at the Jewish Federation of St. Louis and has worked in the non-profit sector for nearly twenty years. Born in Memphis, she holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Texas in Austin and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Washington University. Jennifer works with professionals and lay leaders to build a vibrant Jewish community by encouraging collaboration through creative, fun experiences. With programs in secular and Jewish spaces, Jennifer encourages all community organizations to use the vehicle of PJ Library books to meet families wherever they are on their Jewish journey. Jennifer is a passionate connector of ideas, people, and institutions, and she credits her kids for bringing daily doses of humor to her life and endless crumbs to her car.
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Bite Your Tongue My son and I were watching Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon’s lip sync battles the other day, where Jimmy picks two songs, and the other person picks two songs, and the two dual each other to see who lip syncs the best. It’s pretty hilarious. One of the episodes was between Jimmy and actor Paul Rudd. “I like him!” I declared. But then I retracted that because, after all, I don’t really know Paul Rudd. I basically just know what he does for a living and that’s pretty much it. Just because someone plays nice people on TV or in movies clearly doesn’t equate to that person being nice in real life. Someone who plays evil characters could be the nicest person in the whole world. It’s easy to feel like we know someone just because we see something they are in on TV or on the big screen. It’s also easy to jump to conclusions when we see something that’s gone viral and form an opinion before we know the whole story. An example of this happened last month with the students from a high school in Kentucky. To sum up the situation, an initial video went viral, showing what appeared to have been the high school students, who were visiting Washington D.C., mocking American Indians who had participated in the Indigenous Peoples March. Countless media outlets and regular folks then condemned the high school students, until several other videos surfaced presenting multiple possible truths. Which one was THE truth? We may never know, which shows how footage from the same time and place can easily portray the same sequence of events from different viewpoints. I definitely can’t explain anyone’s behavior in that particular situation, but the evolution of
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that one event has boggled my mind. The kid and his parents have received death threats, and the school they came from even had to shut down due to bomb threats. Remember your Bubbe used to say bite your tongue?” The Talmud (book of rabbinic writings) says that the tongue is such a dangerous instrument that it has to be kept hidden from view; that’s why it is kept behind two protective walls — the mouth and teeth, to prevent its misuse. These days it’s not just the tongue but what we type as well. There’s a great PJ Library book, A Sack Full of Feathers, that retells a folktale about spreading gossip. The harm done by speech is said to be even worse than the harm done by stealing or by cheating someone financially: money lost can be repaid, but the harm done by speech can never be fully repaired, just like you cannot capture the feathers from a pillow once they have been set free in the wind. While I want my kids to speak up when they see injustice, I hope they first make sure they have all of the information. Watching one’s speech, shmirat halashon, is intended to prevent lashon hara, or "evil speech.” In today’s world of constant information, it can be easy to jump to conclusions and think whatever information we’ve just seen is representative of a person or situation when in fact, it may not be. As for Paul Rudd, my son and I would like to extend an open invitation to grab coffee with us sometime; we’d love to find out if our perception of him being nice is really true….
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Yankel loves to spread the rumors he hears when he’s in his father’s store in the shtetl. But he doesn’t realize how harmful this can be, so the rabbi decides to teach him an important lesson.
The Tale of Meshka the Kvetch
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Meshka has a tendency to exaggerate -- and she forgets to be grateful for what she has. By the end of this old Yiddish folktale, she’ll learn an important lesson!
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10 Things I Can Do to Help My World
Written by Melanie Walsh Illustrated by Melanie Walsh
Ages: 3 to 4 Years
Taking care of the world may feel like a very big job, but even very little people can help. From turning off lights to using both sides of a piece of paper, this book offers easy reminders for all of us to help protect our planet.
26 Big Things Small Hands Do
Written by Coleen Paratore Illustrated by Mike Reed
Ages: 2 to 3 Years, 3 to 4 Years
As you go through the alphabet, don’t forget the ABCs of mitzvot. Performing good deeds is something even the littlest among us can do.
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Just Fixin’ My Flat
BY SYBILL D. NAIDOO, PhD, RN, CPNP Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery with Washington University at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. If you have any concerns about your baby’s head shape and/or tight neck muscles, we like to see them between 4-6 months old. All of the babies we see are evaluated by a craniofacial specialist and a physical therapist.
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In 1994, the Back-to-Sleep campaign (now known as Safeto-Sleep) recommended babies sleep on their backs to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Since this recommendation, the rate of SIDS has decreased by approximately 50 percent; however, the incidence of deformational plagiocephaly or “flat head syndrome” has, you guessed it, increased.
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Help! My baby’s head is flat! Now what? First off, exhale. This will not affect their brain development and it can be fixed. Here are some ways to help for babies younger than 4 months – Tummy time, tummy time, tummy time! It can be done from the day baby comes home. It should be supervised by parents. By 4 months old, a baby should be doing about an hour a day of cumulative tummy time. Yep, you read that correctly. ONE HOUR! Babies should be sleeping on a firm, flat surface such as a crib or bassinette, but you should not use any kind of wedge, pillow, or positioning devise. Just put the baby in the crib on their back. This will allow the baby to reposition and turn their head. You can try turning their head off of the flat side or putting their head at the opposite end of the crib in order to face outward. They should not be sleeping in rocker-sleepers, swings, bouncy seats, or car seats. Leave your car seat in the car! Get your baby out of the car seat when you go in somewhere. Car seat travel systems are convenient, but not great for babies with flat heads. I am a big advocate of age appropriate baby wearing (front carrier, wrap, or sling). Try to limit the time your baby spends in reclined devices such as a swing, bouncy seat, or rocker to about 20 minutes two or three times per day. If you notice your baby is only looking to one side or tilting their head to their shoulder, talk to your pediatrician about this. Your baby may need to see a physical therapist for neck stretching for tight neck muscles, or torticollis.
Helmet time If your baby is between 4-6 months old and you have tried all of the things above and head shape is still flat, your child may need a cranial molding helmet. This is a custom made helmet that is worn for 3-6 months and about 22 hours per day. The most common question asked can be answered by the following – the helmet doesn’t hurt the baby and most adjust to it in a day or two. It is adjusted by an orthotist monthly to accommodate for growth and change. With good compliance, helmets work great!
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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Merging and Road Rage Scenario You are in the car, as either the passenger or as the new driver. There is a merge up ahead. You see the sign, “Right lane closed ahead”, and then ask yourself the question, “When should I merge?” You decide to get over early, but others decide to stay in that lane until the merge point. Your blood starts to boil, as you say, “Didn’t you see the sign? I am NOT going to let you in!”
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his feeling of anger towards the driver who did not get in after seeing the first sign often becomes an instance of road rage. You can see this happening at merges due to construction, entrance ramps, and other places where the road narrows. You can see it at other times, too, regardless of a merge. Road rage has become a huge problem over the past 20 years due to the increasing number of motor vehicle accident (MVA) related deaths, but it has been studied due to its wide effect since the 1940s. Road rage is seen in all age, gender, and socioeconomic status groups. Verbal and gestural aggression are the two most common forms of road rage reported. However, it is also common to see drivers change how they are driving, especially in the case of merging. Some drivers will drive in the middle of 2 lanes to block someone else from using one.
driving close together in one lane. And when people cooperate and correctly do the zipper merge, there are fewer accidents. Researchers studying the biggest contributing factors to incidences of road range, group them into four overarching categories: Situational and/or environmental conditions, Personality, Stress load, and Demographics. Often the worst incidences of road rage occur from an interaction of all four. As a teenage driver, it is best to learn about the Zipper Merge, drive defensively, and be calm and cautious on the road. Even if you have been driving for more than 4 years, you can only control what you do and anticipate what others might do. Other drivers looking in will almost alway see a “young/new” driver.
THIS, blocking someone and driving in the middle, is actually illegal and wrong! The feeling of fairness being violated, anger, and road rage are misdirected. The studies so clearly show that the Zipper Merge is the most efficient way to merge, that many cities and states are putting up signs that say “Use both lanes until merge point.” (You can see a video explanation in the YouTube clip, found in the references below.)
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By doing a zipper merge, it cuts down on everyone’s waiting time by up to 40-50%. It is safer than everyone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0dGyG1tqHM
Scott-Parker, B., Jones, C. M., Rune, K., & Tucker, J. (2018). A qualitative exploration of driving stress and driving discourtesy. Accident Analysis and Prevention, 118, 38–53. Sharkin, B. S. (2004). Road Rage: Risk Factors, Assessment, and Intervention Strategies. Journal of Counseling & Development, 82(2), 191–198. Galovski, T. E., Malta, L. S., & Blanchard, E. B. (2006). Aggressive Driving: Significance and Scope of the Problem. In Road rage: Assessment and treatment of the angry, aggressive driver. (pp. 3–14). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. https://www.dot.state.mn.us/zippermerge/ https://www.modot.org/zipper-merge
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Oops, telling our teenage daughter that she could watch a scary movie before her first evening babysitting job was NOT a one of our better parental judgement calls! Perhaps I should have told my husband exactly how much bubble bath soap goes in the tub. He tried to help by bathing the girls and used way too MUCH! There were bubbles everywhere!!! Oops, I know I should have gone and thrown out the milk after one of my children said it had spoiled. But I just wanted to finish folding the clothing first. Before I could finish folding, one of my other kids had a giant bowl of cereal and bad milk!! Perhaps we should have childproofed better for our 3-year-old. We did it for him when he was younger. Now that he is the “wrong” height, he is hitting his face on every corner, table, countertop, etc.! They don’t even seem to be surprised to see us in the ER when we bring him in for the latest bump or cut! Oops, we should not have told our children that we put nasty tasting medicine in pudding for them to take it. Now they won’t eat pudding- even 8 years later!! Perhaps I should have taken my 4-year-old to the doctor sooner! I thought that stress was making her hair fall out and giving her a rash. Turns out, it was ringworm! Oops, my wife was not thrilled when our 6-year-old told her that he had asked for a taste of my black coffee, and instead drank ¾ of my mug! Oops, I can’t believe my 5-year-old said to me, “Mommy, you need someone to help you with your time. You spend too much time with the baby and not enough time with me.” Perhaps I should have found a food safe container for my 2-year-old’s snacks. My pediatrician told me that the non-food-grade ones can leach harmful chemicals into the food. He said to look at the recycling number, and make sure that it is a “2”. If not a “2”, it should be nothing other than “1”, “4”, and “5”. Oops, perhaps I should have checked to make sure that I closed my shirt after nursing my baby BEFORE I walked into the supermarket!
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NUTRITION NUGGETS
Sugar, Sugar, Everywhere is Sugar, What’s a Sweet Tooth to do? KATHY MORA, Ph.D., R.D.
Sugar is now targeted as the tobacco of the food industry. The rage against sugar has the attention of the food industry, but maybe not in the ways that truly reduce exposure. Many forms of sugar are still added to foods, and it’s becoming increasingly confusing and complicated for consumers to understand food labels and decipher the science behind sugar.
Doctorate in nutritional science and epidemiology from the University of Arizona, and masters degree in nutrition and fitness from Florida State University. Clinical background in diabetes, part of clinical team as pediatric diabetes educator. Former nutrition and exercise physiology instructor at St. Louis University, Pima Community College, and Florida State University. Recent project officer on public health research evaluation projects around childhood obesity prevention. Experience as media and nutrition consultant promoting and providing healthy recipes on TV. Dedicated long distance runner, passionate proponent for physical education in children, and mom of two children who happily eat vegetables!
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Approximately 74% of packaged foods contain added sugars, such as bread, yogurt, pasta sauce, and even products labeled “natural”, “healthy” and “organic”. To start, we are addressing ADDED sugar in food manufacturing, not sugar that naturally occurs in fruits, vegetables, complex carbohydrates, or your home-baked goods. One very important distinction between sugar and tobacco, sugar is not poison, sugar does provide calories and carbohydrates and is often found in foods that can also provide vitamins and minerals. People with Type 1 Diabetes need to keep a supply of fast-acting sugar sources available to treat and/or prevent a hypoglycemic event, and many endurance and ultra-endurance athletes rely on sugar sources as fuel and/or carbohydrate hydration sources during training and competition. EXCESS consumption and ADDED sugar in our food supply is the problem.
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It might be sweet, but it isn’t pretty: On average, Americans really love sugar and consume ~17 teaspoons of added sugar per day or ~1/3 C of added sugar in a wide range of foods. Over a year, this translates to ~57 pounds of sugar. Try spooning 1/3 cup or 17 teaspoons of table sugar into a bowl to see what that really looks like! The majority of added sugars comes from beverages and snacks. Ready-toeat cereals are a prime contributor of added sugar among children. Sugar sweetened beverages (SSB), from soda, sweet tea, sweetened coffee and tea beverages, energy and sports drinks, and fruit drinks (not 100% fruit juice) make up the majority of added sugar consumed by adolescents, teens, and adults. Sports and energy drinks are increasingly popular beverages of choice among 9-18 year olds. Why does this matter? Research shows high intake of
SSB contributes to poor dental health, type 2 diabetes, weight gain, increased risk of cardiovascular disease, risk for non-alcohol fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and risk of non-alcohol steatohepatitis (NASH). (NOTE: contributes does not mean causes.) On food labels, added sugar looks a bit like a con-artist with many aliases. So don’t be fooled, sugar is not only sucrose, table sugar or white granulated sugar. Food labels now show added sugar. To better understand the numbers, divide grams of added sugar by 4, to get teaspoons. Example: if the label shows 12 grams of added sugar, 12 ÷ 4 = 3 teaspoons; in other words, 3 teaspoons of ADDED sugar are in one serving. So…. if you eat more than 1 serving, the teaspoons of added sugar goes up. More servings= more added sugar.
Again, this does not mean you should avoid or limit fruits and vegetables, your own home baked goods, or the occasional sweetened treats. The goal is be a little more aware and limit ADDED sugar. Cutting back is not cutting out.
References 1. http://sugarscience.ucsf.edu/hidden-in-plain-sight/#.XEssDFxKjIU Sugar Science: The Unsweetened Truth. University of California, San Franscisco. 2. https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/data-statistics/know-your-limit-for-added-sugars.html Know your Limit for Added Sugar. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. 3. https://www.nutritionletter.tufts.edu/issues/10_5/current-articles/Added-Sugars-Add-to-Your-HeartRisk_1449-1.html. Added Sugars: The Facts about Caloric Sweeteners. Tufts University Health and Nutrition Letter. February 2019. 4. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/carbohydrates/added-sugar-in-the-diet/ Added Sugar in the Diet. Harvard School of Public Health. 5. https://www.eatright.org/food/nutrition/dietary-guidelines-and-myplate/looking-to-reduce-your-familysadded-sugar-intake-heres-how. Cording, J. Looking to Reduce Your Family’s Added Sugar Intake. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. July 2018.
Public health agencies, such as The American Medical Association, have strongly encouraged further labeling on food packages, such as front of label warnings about added sugars or foods high in sugar. Others have tried to persuade the FDA to limit the amount of sugar that can be added to products that claim to have health or nutrition benefits. So far, neither policy for front of package warnings or limits on particular food items has been implemented. Now the big question: Is any added sugar OK? The American Heart Association recommends, limiting added sugar to 3-6 teaspoons or less for children (adolescents and teens included), 6 teaspoons or less for adult women, and 9 teaspoons or less for adult men. To give you a visual: a typical 12 ounce soda contains up to 11 teaspoons of added sugar, which means one soda already exceeds the recommendation for all adults and is 2-4 times more added sugar than is recommended for children.
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Grandparent Gab Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
There is no exquisite beauty without some strangeness in the proportion. (Edgar Allan Poe)
(Margaret Wolfe Hungerford)
You Are Beautiful!
Pretty is as pretty does. (Chaucer)
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It sometimes happens that a woman is handsomer at twenty-nine than she was ten years before. (Jane Austen)
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There is so much written about “Beauty”, and
what it means for a person (male or female) to be beautiful. However, many people agree that it is what you can do with your beauty that counts. For example, if your beauty gives you a title and a platform, and you can create positive change with it, the power in the beauty has an extensive reach. If your beauty on the inside is recognized by your community and you can use it to help individual people, the reach is smaller but just as meaningful. The one interesting thing about beauty is that age doesn’t really matter. From the great artists to the
great writers, the subject of beauty has included every age and both genders. Importantly, beauty is meant to be defined differently at various ages. A 90-year-old trying to mirror the same beauty at 90 as s/he did at 21, looks odd. Studies find that there is a positive correlation between a person’s self-perception and his/ her general health. Therefore, there are health benefits to feeling attractive. Regardless of whether you enter beauty pageants, or are quietly beautiful, everyone has their own style of beauty.
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Jeremy Hodess
Jeremy Hodess founded
Capstone Franchise Consulting in 2015 to help aspiring entrepreneurs discover, invest and succeed in franchising. He works with over 500 franchises in over two dozen different industries. With investments ranging from $10,000 to $5,000,000, Jeremy specializes in matching individuals with franchises that best fit their goals, skills and budget. Jeremy lives in Maryland Heights with his wife of 12 years and their 9 year-old son.
If you have ever felt that entrepreneurial itch, it is likely that franchising
has crossed your mind. Some of the most well-known brands in the world are franchises. But, what is a franchise?
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ranchising itself is a system for expanding a business. Some businesses will build, own and operate all locations. Others, franchisors, will license the use of their brand and business model to investors. In turn, franchisees pay an initial fee for start-up training and use of the franchise operations manual. The franchise fee may also secure a protected territory to operate the franchise. Franchises often assist with site selection and lease negotiations for brick-and-mortar businesses. The franchisee enjoys ongoing support and rights to the brand in exchange for ongoing fees known as royalties. These royalties are often a percentage of the gross revenues of the business.
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Many think of the biggest names in fast food when they hear the word franchise, yet franchises operate in nearly every sector of the economy. The key to franchise success is not in the industry. Instead, successful franchises meet three requirements. They must be simple, repeatable and profitable. Franchises are simple enough that a franchise can train an operator with limited industry experience. A business that requires a high level of technical expertise may not be well-suited to franchising. The business must be capable of success in different locations. And, of course, it must be capable of delivering a reasonable return to the investor. Over 4,000 franchises operate in the United States. Franchises offer everything from residential cleaning to information technology to hamburgers. An experienced franchise consultant will help sort through all these options. But first, a consultant can help you decide if a franchise is even the right fit for you. Franchising offers many benefits: training, support, a proven business model and an established brand to name a few. However, franchisees must be comfortable giving up some control in exchange for these benefits. Once you decide franchising is a good fit for you, your consultant evaluates your skills and goals. The consultant uses this evaluation to match you with businesses that offer you the best chance to achieve personal satisfaction and financial success. Here is where an experienced consultant can save you time and energy. Rather than spending hours scrolling through web portals, a franchise consultant can help you hone in on those few concepts worth your attention. In addition, a franchise consultant will support you throughout the review process with tools for due diligence. When the time is right, your consultant will connect you with other professionals for financing or legal review. In the end, you start your new business with the confidence to turn dreams into reality.
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Purim Katan (Small Purim) What? Purim Katan is only observed in Jewish leap years when we have an extra month of Adar. The Torah requires that Pesach (Passover) always occur in the spring time, so since the Hebrew calendar is lunar rather than solar, Pesach can "drift" every year further and further from Spring. In years when Pesach would not occur during the Spring time, an extra month of Adar was inserted in the calendar and the month "repeated". The "real" Purim is observed on the 14th of Adar II whereas the 14th of Adar I is known as Purim Katan. The primary aspect of observance for most, is simply to skip various "sad" aspects of the daily prayer service such as Tachanun or Keil Malei prayers. However, many people are thrilled to have two happy months!
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Adar/Adar II: best known for the holiday of Purim, which is a time of unparalleled rejoicing. Nisan: best known for the the eight-day holiday of Passover. Iyar: Sivan: best known for the holiday of Shavuot, the giving of the Torah. Tammuz: Av, In this month both the first and Holy Temples were destroyed.
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Strategic Work Avoidance
“Kids Lying About Shoveling� screamed the headline of a controversial discussion that erupted on Nextdoor following a recent major snow storm in the St. Louis area. The debate was sparked by a University City resident in the neighborhood-driven, social app where people post all sorts of community stuff including real news, rumor and gossip.
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“They did part of the steps, and then they left,” wrote the poster. “I found them down the street and they shrugged and said they ‘did a little.’” No money was refunded. Thus, began the heated debate. Many Nextdoor posters, me included, wondered why the man paid the teenagers up front before they completed the work. What lesson was he teaching? “Patrick – because that’s how I did it growing up and I want to believe the best of people, especially kids who only have to shovel like 25 feet of sidewalk,” the man explained in a post. “Lesson learned, times have changed, and it’s apparently my fault for wanting to trust a kid to do a simple job.” The debate turned nasty when some Nextdoor members suggested the original poster was racist because in their view identifying the kids as coming from “the city” was a code phrase for black. One poster, who claimed to be an educator, accused the original poster of being insensitive for allegedly publicly shaming the kids on a social media platform.
As a parent of two children and a resident of University City, I got into the mix. I argued that teenagers should be held accountable by parents and maybe the community, for work they do and promises they make. That, to me, is the essence of discipline. “If my 13-year-old son did what those kids did, I’d tell him that he had lied,” I wrote. “Kids need to learn how to work, especially if they are working for the public ... Once a kid starts knocking on doors their work is subject to public appraisal. If they do a good job they’ll be praised by the public, and if they do shoddy work the public will, and ought to, be informed.” On and on the debate went, seesawing from support of the original poster and him being bitterly raked across the coals for starting the thread. In the end I decided to ask my own kids – son, 13 and daughter, 9 – what they thought. Both of them sounded surprised that adults could argue so heatedly about what seemed to be so obvious. They agreed that the teens didn’t do any real work, and it was wrong that they took the whole $30.
& ME
After brief negotiations the youth agreed to shovel all the snow on the front steps of the man’s house and clear a path on the front sidewalk. He paid $30 up-front, retreated to the warmth of his house, but after a few minutes realized the youth had vanished without completing the job.
“Can you change the headline? The kids didn’t lie. They said they ‘did a little’ by your account” she wrote.
DADDY
Apparently some teenagers had shown up at the Nexdoor poster’s door after the storm, looking to make some quick cash by shoveling snow. He asked the teens whether they were from the neighborhood. They answered no but told him they lived in the neighboring city of St. Louis.
PATRICK L. THIMANGU Patrick L. Thimangu is an international taekwondo master instructor and owner of Arch Taekwondo in St. Louis. He is a parent at Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School and worked as a journalist for 15 years in the Midwest prior to opening his taekwondo school. www.archtkd.com www.facebook.com/Archtkd
I asked my son if he had any suggestions about changing the term “lied” on the headline of the overheated discussion. He smiled and thought for a second. “Strategic work avoidance,” he said.
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COOKING CORNER
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1 C flour 1/3 C sugar 3 t baking powder
¼ t salt 1 ¼ C coarse yellow cor nmeal 2 large eggs 1 C milk ¼ C salted butter, me lted
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Grease an 8” square pan or corn stick molds In a large bowl, sift tog ether the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cornmeal. and In a small bowl, mix the eggs and milk. Ad d to the large bowl an smooth. d stir until Add the butter and mi x
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Open Play at the J
Tabletop Gamers
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.
Ages 12+. Meet with other game enthusiasts to play games like Settlers of Catan, Dominion, and Pandemic. Bring your own game or try one of ours!
JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE
Simchat Shabbat at Shaare Emeth
Winter in the Woods Festival: Maple Sugaring
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.
There are many fun activities to do during winter, like maple sugaring, hiking, camping, bird-watching, outdoor photography, and fishing to name a few. MDC and local partnering organizations will help uncover the many different outdoor activities you can do in winter, along with information about how animals weather the season as well.
11645 LADUE RD 63141
Storytelling in the Museum
2/1 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
2/1 10:30am-12pm
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
2/2 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
Take Your Child to the Library Day
Go on a scavenger hunt through the library to find your favorite storybook characters and library-related nostalgia. Receive a small prize upon completion at the Circulation Desk. All ages. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
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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.
Seniors
ROCKWOODS RESERVATION FREE
2/2 9am-5pm
Water Waddlers
THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
2/2 10am-3pm
Tween/Teen
Call for times!
Secular
2/1
2/2 10am-11:30am
Jewish
2/1 10:30am-11:30am
Schools & Synagogues
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
2/3 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
Skating at Steinberg Rink
Tween/Teen
2/3 10am-9pm Steinberg Skating Rink is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest, offering public skating all day, everyday—including all holidays. We are always open no matter what the temperature is. Your skate admission is valid for all day. FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
World Bird Sanctuary
Secular
2/3 8am-5pm Guided tours, animal experiences, nature center, wildlife hospital, and more! 125 BALD EAGLE RIDGE RD., 63088 FREE
Science Storytime at the Science Center
2/3 11am-4:30pm
Jewish
Come enjoy the hands on exhibits!
Schools & Synagogues
5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Monday
2/4 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
2/4 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.
CALENDAR
Temple Tots
2/5 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
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!
NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J
236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Urban Fort Play Cafe
2/4 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.
2/4 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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BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Chair Yoga
2/4 6pm-6:45pm
Israeli Folk Dancing
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Ballroom Dance Lessons
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
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2/5 11am-12pm JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-442-3255.
Cake Pops!
2/5 6:30pm-7:30pm Learn how to make and decorate these delicious treats. All materials provided.Ages 10-14. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS
St Louis Zoo
2/5 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
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Thursday
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Friday
Baby-n-Me Classes
Anime Club
Baby-n-Me Classes
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
Otakus, unite! Watch and discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
2/6 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Cooking Club: African Spices
2/6 2pm-3pm Explore cooking techniques and recipes. This month our focus will be cooking with African spices. In Celebration of Black History Month. Adults and teens. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Open play
2/6 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
2/6 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
2/6 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
2/7 6pm-8pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
2 year old story time
2/7 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Skating at Steinberg Rink
2/7 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.
Ladies' Knight
2/7 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
2/8 10am-11:30am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Open Play at the J
2/8 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
2/9 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
2/9 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
Laser Tag
2/8 5pm-11pm All You Can Play Laser Tag
KOKOMO JOE'S, 4105 N. CLOVERLEAF DR., ST PETERS $9.99 PER PERSON
World Bird Sanctuary
2/8 8am-5pm Guided tours, animal experiences, nature center, wildlife hospital, and more! 125 BALD EAGLE RIDGE RD., 63088 FREE
Water Waddlers
2/8 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
Purina Farms
2/9 9:30am-3:30pm Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore! 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE
Cosmic Skate
2/9 7pm-8:30pm Like to ice skate? How about with the main lights off, the floor lights on, and a DJ? Come have a blast with us! WEBSER GROVES ICE RINK VARIES, $8 PER PERSON
Mensch Makers with CRC
2/9 12pm-2pm Visit at Mary Ryder Home, a lowincome residential care facility for Senior Women. Help the residents make Valentine crafts and celebrate their February birthdays. We invite families with children ages 5-12 (siblings welcome) to join us. We are also looking for parents who are willing to act as coordinators/ champions for each event. MEET AT CRC FIRST. 5020 WATERMAN BLVD, FREE, BUT $10 DONATION IF YOU STAY FOR LUNCH.
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
2/10 10am-12pm
Seniors
Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
Lone Elk Park
Tween/Teen
2/10 7:30am-10pm Lone Elk Park is a wildlife management area, with bison, wild turkey, waterfowl, elk and deer. Motorcycles are prohibited. Domestic animals are not allowed, even if confined in a vehicle. 1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE
Secular
Open Play at the J
2/11 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.
Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Crown Center Yiddish Group
2/11 1:30pm-2:30pm This group is for anyone with an affinity for the mama loshen. Please join our facilitator Rabbi Neal Rose. All levels welcome – whether you speak, understand or just want to learn. CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Guided tours, animal experiences, nature center, wildlife hospital, and more!
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!
125 BALD EAGLE RIDGE RD., 63088 FREE
Sunday Chess Classes 2/10
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NONMEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
2/11 6pm-6:45pm
236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON
Urban Fort Play Cafe
2/11 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.
Schools & Synagogues
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
Israeli Folk Dancing
2/11 8:30pm-11pm
CALENDAR
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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Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
World Bird Sanctuary
2/10 8am-5pm
Jewish
Monday
2/12 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
2/12 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
2/12 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.
Roblox Club
2/12 4:30pm-5:30pm Ages 8- 14. Imagine and create with friends playing Roblox. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
2/12 10am-4pm 60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County. 15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.
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Baby-n-Me Classes
2/13 9:30am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
West African Drumming
2/13 6:30pm-7:30pm Presented by SpecDrum.Join us for a presentation of West African drumming of the Malinke ethnic group. Learn about the rhythms and what they are used for in African culture, and be ready to try out the drums. In Celebration of Black History Month.All ages. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
Science Storytime at the Science Center
2/13 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
2/13 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
Rugalach Baking Workshop
2/13 7pm-8pm Challah, Babka and now Rugalach!! What could be better than learning the art of making scrumptious Rugalach, a Jewish pastry of Ashkenazi origin while getting elbow deep in dough and handcrafting your very own!? SCHNUCKS. 2511 KEHRS MILL ROAD BALLWIN, 63011 VARIES. CONTACT CHANALA AT WWW. CHABADOFCHESTERFIELD.COM
Thursday
3rd Annual Death by Chocolate
2/14 6pm-7:30pm Join us for a chocolate-palooza! What kind of choco-creations can you make? ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Museum of Transportation
2/14 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars. 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Friday
Saturday
Baby-n-Me Classes
2/15 10am-11:30am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. 11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Open Play at the J
2/15 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
Water Waddlers
Facebook for Beginners
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.
Learn about Facebook, a popular social network that allows you to connect, communicate and share with friends, families and companies from around the world.
2/14 10:30am-12pm
THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
Ladies' Knight
2/14 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
2/14 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
2/15 10am-12pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
St Louis Zoo
2/15 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Water Waddlers
2/15 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
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
2/16 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110
30 Trails in 30 minutes
2/16 9am-5pm Did you know that St. Louis County Parks offers a program devoted to promoting fun, family, and a healthy lifestyle? Our 30/30 Hikes Program designates 30 trails all over the St. Louis County area that take approximately 30 minutes to complete. WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/ PARKSANDRECREATION/TRAILS/3030HIKESPROGRAM FREE
The Last Cupcake
2/16 2pm-3pm Written by Nancy Bell, Directed by Michael James Reed (recommended for grades K-5).If the Baker doesn’t pay the bills quick, the Bill Collector will close the Bakery! While he frantically tries to bake enough cupcakes to keep his business open, he has to contend with a very demanding birthday boy and some magically-appearing fairy tale characters. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Come see the Eagles
2/16 10am-2pm At the Alton Visitor Center you can see live American bald eagles up close and personal.
200 PIASA ST, ALTON, ILLINOIS 62002 FREE
Pajama Havdalah
2/16 5:30pm-7pm Kol Rinah and PJ Library Present Pajama Havdalah ShirLaLa! Story time, havdalah, and then a dance pary! 829 N. HANLEY RD., 63131 RSVP AT KOLRINAHSTL.COM
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
2/17 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.
Tween/Teen 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.
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.
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!
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NONMEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
2/17 1pm-4pm
Jewish
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.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
2/17
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
100 Dresses PJ Library and Metro Theater Event
Schools & Synagogues
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
Skating at Steinberg Rink
Sunday Chess Classes
2/17 1pm-4pm Come join other PJ Library families for the pre-event and play!
CALENDAR
3610 GRANDEL SQUARE, 63108 FREE. JLOTSOFF@JFEDSTL.ORG
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Tuesday
2/18 10:30am-11:30am
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
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Open Play at the J
457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
2/17 10am-9pm
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2/18 6pm-6:45pm
2/19 9:15am-10:15am
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
2/19 10am-11:30am
St Louis Zoo
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!
The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.
Chair Yoga
236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON
2/18 9am-5pm
1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
2/18 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
SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE
2/19 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J. RSVP to Laura at 314-442-3255 ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS
Storytelling in the Museum
2/19 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
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Baby-n-Me Classes
Water Waddlers
Baby-n-Me Classes
St Louis Science Center
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
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.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
We put the element of fun into science.
2/20 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
ARTeen: Watercolor
2/20 6pm-6:55pm Ages 12-17 years. Learn new skills and create your own artwork.
2/21 10:30am-12pm
THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Museum of Transportation
Science Storytime at the Science Center
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
2/20 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
2/20 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
Project MEGSSS Parent meeting
2/21 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
Ladies' Knight
2/21 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
2/22 10am-11:30am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Open Play at the J
2/22 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
Laser Tag
2/22 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
2/22 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.
2/23 9:30am-4:30pm 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
Historic Soulard Market
2/23 7am-5pm The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round 730 CARROLL STREET, 63104
Mindfulness Circle
2/23 10am-11am Ages 2-6, Join us as we practice mindfulness with simple, fun activities for you and your toddler or preschooler. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE , BUT RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED
Walking Tour of the Museum Circle and Indoor Exhibition
2/23 10:30am-11:30am All ages can enjoy Laumeier Sculpture park! 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 $5 PER NON-MEMBER
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
2/20 7pm-8pm Learn more about our secular, challenging math programs for high-talented students, ages 10 to 14. Project MEGSSS has been accelerating students for more than 35 years!
DESMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL, ROOM 118, 233 N NEW BALLAS RD 63141 FREE
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
2/24 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.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
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!
Tween/Teen
starting from 1 pm
Secular
2/24 1pm-4pm Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries. ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR
Micro Con
2/24 10am-4pm
Jewish
A real comic book show. See vendors from around the region. Comics, toys, and other great collectible items. HOLIDAY INN, 3400 RIDER TRAIL S.,63045 VARIES, $0-$3 PER PERSON
LollapaJEWza Brunch
2/24 11am-12:30pm
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.
Sunday Chess Classes
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
We will be eating bagels, drinking mimosas, and making blessing bags and cards for shelters and people who are homeless. We are asking attendees to bring diapers, towels, socks, or new t-shirts to donate to shelters so more people can keep warm this winter!
CALENDAR
2/25 10:30am-11:30am
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
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 FEDERATION. 12 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR. 63146 FREE
FEB 2019
Open Play at the J
457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
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2/25 6pm-6:45pm
Tuesday
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
2/26 9:15am-10:15am Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old. BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
2/26 10am-11:30am
St Louis Zoo
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!
The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.
Chair Yoga
236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON
2/25 9am-5pm
1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
2/25 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
SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 FREE
2/26 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-4423255.
Project MEGSSS Parent meeting
2/26 7pm-8pm Learn more about our secular, challenging math programs for high-talented students, ages 10 to 14. Project MEGSSS has been accelerating students for more than 35 years! NERINX HALL, ROOM E8, 530 E LOCKWOOD AVE 63119 FREE
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Thursday
Baby-n-Me Classes
Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
Ages 12-18. Join our Teen Advisory Group to share ideas, meet friends and earn community service hours!
2/27 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Baby Play Time
2/27 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
2/27 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
2/27 6pm
2/28 7pm-8pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Skating at Steinberg Rink
2/28 10am-9pm Steinberg Skating Rink is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest, offering public skating all day, everyday—including all holidays. We are always open no matter what the temperature is. Your skate admission is valid for all day. FOREST PARK $7 ADMISSION + SKATE RENTAL IF NEEDED.
Ladies' Knight
2/28 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
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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“BABY” BUSINESSES
Want to be listed here or know of a new business? EMAIL US AT: INFO@STLOUISJEWISHPARENTS.COM
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314-291-2131
8944 St. Charles Rock Road, 3rd Floor info@northwestchamber.com http://www.northwestchamber.com/
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Beit Shira Hebrew School 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.
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
228 Euclid Ave, 63108 www.provisionsstl.com PROVISIONSSTLOUIS
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Knead Love Bakeshop
855-314-BAKE (2253) www.kneadlovebakeshop.com kneadlovebakeshop kneadlovebakeshop
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Home-baked, organic dog treats have never been so easy! Just add water and knead the dough...right in the piping bag. Pipe the treats and bake. In 30 minutes, you'll have 24-48 healthy, delicious treats for your dog to enjoy!
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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
Harper School We are a secular, private preschool and elementary school focused on high expectations, academic success, and character development. Our goal is to help your child fulfill his or her potential in and out of the classroom. Now enrolling for the 2018/2019 school year!
Jewish Business Professionals 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.
jbpstl1@gmail.com www.jbpstl.com Jewish Business Professionals of Saint Louis (JBPSTL)
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A lifestyle oriented store showcasing the best in elevated, sustainable & quality goods featuring men's & women's skincare, & grooming, apothecary, scents for the home, personal & home accessories, art books & fine gifts.
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Roadside Runway is a boutique that specializes and sells women's young contemporary clothing.
admin@harperschool.org 314-738-9560 11155 Clayton Rd, 63131 www.harperschool.org HarperSchool
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Ultimate Ninjas St Louis
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Provisions St Louis
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Howard Shalowitz: beitshira@yahoo.com
New listing for February Listed in January Turning 1 year old!
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Roadside Runway Boutique
314-488-1455 11219 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood www.roadsiderunway.com RoadsideRunwayBoutique RoadsideRunwayBoutique
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Brian Goldman, President/CEO
The well appointed pantry. We specialize in pies & kitchen/dining gifting. Vegan friendly.
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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!
Dottie's Flour Shop
314-692-8776 9783 Clayton Rd. in Ladue www.dottiesflourshop.com dottiesflourshop Dottie's Flour Shop
NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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Young start-ups help our community’s economy. Look here monthly to see what is new!
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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(314) 469-6646 27 N. Gore Ave, Webster Groves 63119 www.westcountyschoolofmusic.com westcountyschoolofmusic westcountyschoolofmusic
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Pomegranates & Honey Jewelry
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I specialize in Jewish-themed, soulful pieces that elevate the everyday.
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314-279-1350 9628 Olive Blvd, 63132 www.sharesweetstl.com Share-Sweet-1782457068722011/
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Two Maids and a Mop
Carly & Jordan 636-259-2656 twomaidschesterfield.com twomaidschesterfield
Artisans in THE LOOP St. Louis's newest art gallery where you can find gifts and artwork for every occasion, including Bar/Bat mitzvah, wedding, teachers, housewarming gifts, and plenty of functional and affordable artwork. Wendy Harris 314-833-3540 6511 delmar blvd, 63130 ArtisansinTHE LOOP www.artisansintheloop.com
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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Cherokee Street Gallery We curate artwork that evokes the miracle of the natural world through humanity‘s distilled symbolic language
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! 803 Marshall Ave Webster Groves, MO 63119 www.maypopshop.com maypopcoffeeandgarden maypop_shop
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
Congratulations successful sprouts celebrating 1 year in business!
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Our Pay for Performance system is a unique tool which delivers consistent, superior cleaning that doesn’t deteriorate over time. After each clean, you provide a rating from 1-10 on how well the clean went; which determines the pay of our employees. This system sets you up to have best quality clean possible, as our cleaners’ pay depends upon it each and every time.
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D1 Sports Training Midwest, LLC
2617 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO 63103 www.cherokeestreetgallery.com CherokeeStreetGallery Cherokeestreetgallery
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Like to share? Try sharing Asian-inspired desserts. Have a milk bubble tea, stuffed waffle, pudding, or juice concoction!
(636) 486-6015 info@firetechwebdesign.com www.firetechwebdesign.com
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636-220-1211 14015 Manchester, MO 63011 D1 Training St Louis West
pomegranatesandhoneyjewelry@gmail.com pomegranatesandhoneyjewelry pomegranantesandhoney
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We offer private voice, guitar, violin, piano, ukulele and cello lessons and group classes to students of all ages and abilities. We strive to offer only the best in music education and are currently enrolling for all courses.
We facilitate the growth of startups and other small business by providing clean, functional, and well designed websites with no-nonsense website management.
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314-968-1185 27 N. Gore Ave, Webster Groves 63119 www.thewebstergrovesbookshop.com Webster-Groves-Bookshop
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Established in 1965, we sell books, cards, puzzles, and gift cards. We have free, ample parking, gift wrapping, and we love filling special orders. Come enjoy the shop!
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The Webster Groves Bookshop
West County School of Music
Fire Tech Web Design
Unlock Potential Locksmith I am a locally-owned and operated mobile locksmith who enjoys giving my customers friendly & exceptional service. I arrive on time, respect my client's privacy & find the most effective & most affordable solution to my customers' residential, commercial & automotive needs. Unlike many companies who hire contractors "as-needed", I personally provide fast & reliable locksmith service. Eran Raviv 314-600-2881 www.unlockpotential.biz unlock potential
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What would be possible if more St. Louisans had the power to DREAM and ACT towards a new, better future for us all? WEPOWER dreams of a St. Louis that values the ideas, needs, and lives of every community. The reality is that Black and Latinx people are currently overlooked and underestimated. Even though they have solutions, capacities, and expertise, Black and Latinx folks are isolated from decision-making tables. Decisions are done to communities of color instead of imagined, designed, and implemented with and by them.
When communities of color, which are negatively impacted by poorly designed systems, are hindered from activating their power to lead and make decisions to improve our education, economic, justice, and health systems, we deepen the social problems we seek to solve.
In response, WEPOWER partners with Black and Latinx communities. We activate changemakers to create new policies and advocate for change, and we invest in ventures ready to scale solutions to our most pressing systemic inequities.
Will you join us? Follow and donate today at wepowerstl.org!
In less than a year, we have partnered with two communities to create new solutions, advocated for education policy change, and increased voter turnout — engaging over 3,000 community members in the process. Over the next two years, we plan to activate hundreds of changemakers and entrepreneurs.