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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.
It seems weird to be asking to tell 75,000 readers a secret. But many of you know me, or you know someone who knows me. Okay. Here goes: I am going to try something new, and I am a bit nervous because I want it to be successful, but I don’t have a crystal ball! I am going to start a second magazine with the help of our amazing St. Louis and surrounding areas. Drumroll please… STL SportKids magazine is going to be unveiled, starting with the June 2019 issue. It will be all sports in St Louis! We will have featured student athletes, articles by public school coaches (male and female), a calendar that has tryouts, open gyms, runs, rides, and other events, nutrition for athletes, an article from a sports doctor, an article from the St. Louis Sports Commission, Athlete Shout-Outs, and so much more. The interactive website should be fully operational within the following few months. The same high quality, engaging articles you have here will also be in the second magazine, but they will be secular, and sports-related. The same type of trust-worthy advertisers you find in the St. Louis Jewish Parents magazine will be in STL SportKids magazine, but they will be related to sports. Think information about college scholarship opportunities, drinks and food that are good for athletes, sports goggles, tutoring, special travel rates, and more. St. Louis Jewish Parents magazine will continue and will grow with your continued support and involvement. In some ways, I can’t believe I am doing this. In another way, I know that I am aiming to give our amazing families exactly what they need right now! I know that business owners are not supposed to show that they are vulnerable, but YOU helped make our first magazine successful, and now you are able to see the “birth” of a second one! STL SportKids should appeal to anyone who interacts with an athlete, e.g. parent, grandparent, coach, teacher, etc. Please help me by welcoming this second magazine, and by providing constructive criticism. We will do our best to continue to publish high-impact, credible resources for you!
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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE
Acknowledging the Invisible by Halle Wasserman Helping those who are less fortunate is a priority in life for many people. There are different forms of assistance such as giving tzedakah, donating food, volunteering your time, and teaching someone a skill. Like many people, helping others has always been important to me. Ever since I was old enough to understand, I wanted to help people, especially those who had less than me. When I was little, my parents would have me put coins in a homeless person’s collection cup and they would always look at the person and ask them how they were doing. Ever since I can remember, my family kept food in our car to hand out when we saw someone in need. In addition, I participated in food and clothing drives and volunteered at the Jewish food pantry. [continued pg 10]
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[Voice of Generation J, Cont. from pg 9]
As I became older, I started to hand out food from our car to homeless people. I would make eye contact and have a simple conversation consisting of “How are you?” or “How’s your day going?” This took just 10 seconds and showed that I cared, and that they mattered.
“it showed them that people care about them and that they are respected.”
Many people drive right by the people on the street asking for food or money, as though they are invisible. We often ignore the fact that they are people like us, but just not nearly as fortunate or healthy. By having a conversation with eye contact, I am treating each person like a respected individual. From my experience, this makes a big difference in a person’s life, even if it is just for a short period of time. A few months ago, I was waiting at a stoplight and saw a woman holding up a sign asking for help. I automatically grabbed an apple and a protein bar to give to her, and she accepted them. As we were waiting, I asked her name and began to talk to her until the light changed and we had to drive away. The next week, I recognized her at the stoplight, and she smiled and waved. She remembered me! This
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showed how much the previous small exchange mattered to both of us. This was a good reminder to me that a small gesture such as looking her in the eye and asking her name could make such a difference. I began to see her more often on the same street corner, and, each time I saw her, I would talk to her, ask her how her day was and, eventually, I even learned her name, Angela. Once I knew her name, it made it so much more personal and meaningful when I talked to her. This same thing also happened with a man named Keith, who stood near the gas station and offered to wash cars. One day, my dad took him up on it and explained to me that part of the reason that he had Keith wash his car, was because it is so important that everyone feels they have something to offer to the world. My dad and I gave him some food and we both spoke with him, asking questions about where he was from and about his job. Just like with Angela, every time we saw Keith, he remembered who we were and greeted us kindly. He seemed genuinely happy to see us. I think by engaging with both
Keith and Angela, it showed them that people care about them and that they are respected. In my opinion, I have an obligation to treat all people kindly and with respect. I do this not only because I feel like it is the right thing to do, but also because I feel that it is my responsibility. I will continue to help others in the future by offering them food and always taking a minute to converse, treating them as I would any other person I know. By doing this one easy thing of treating everyone with respect, I can help change many people’s lives for the better and, in the process, make my own life better, too.
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Lena Fokina is most well-known for her controversial “Baby Yoga”. There are YouTube clips on the internet that you can search that show her swinging a 2 week old around in worse ways than a pitbull with a rag doll. However, less extreme versions of this can be witnessed in waiting rooms, on playgrounds, in homeplayrooms, by parents, caregivers, and family friends. It begs the questions of: Can you swing your baby? How much swinging is okay? Before the above questions can be asked and answered, first the questions of why would an adult swing a baby, and what is meant by “swing” need to be addressed. Gentle swinging, swaying, rocking, vibrating, and other forms of movement can calm a baby, possibly even lull him or her to sleep. This is an acceptable parenting technique found cross-culturally. In order to assist parents with this, there have been hand-cranked, and battery operated devices invented to gently swing a baby. Parents have even been taught a dance, sometimes called the “mommy rock”, to soothe a fussy baby. However, there is a line that can be crossed between gently soothing versus causing injury to a baby, with brain damage, joint injuries, and other long term deficits caused by rough or extreme actions. Injuries to babies that have been reported to be directly from swinging include: Head injuries, e.g. hemorrhage, concussion, headaches Joint issues, e.g nursemaid’s elbow, shoulders out of socket Bone injuries, e.g. toddler’s fracture, broken bones Others, e.g. vomiting, dizziness, fear
How do you know if the “swinging” you are observing or doing is too rough? There is very little research that examines this. Hence the rule of thumb is to listen to your instinct. Many hospitals have new parents watch 5 minutes of Ms. Fokina’s video, along with others who are swinging babies. 98% of these new parents agree with each other, and with medical experts on whether each viewed clip is safe for the baby. If someone suggests that you, or your spouse, are being too rough, stop what you are doing, and ask the following: Am I angry right now? Am I supporting the head? Is the baby getting more upset? What would I think if I saw someone doing this to a puppy? Is there another way I can try to comfort, or play with, the baby? Swinging has a desirable effect on many babies through adults, as evidenced by the high use of baby swings, playground swings, amusement park swings, and front porch swings. However, swinging when done in a rough or violent manner, or when done improperly for the age of the person can cause severe medical injuries, even if the baby does not “express discomfort” by crying at the time. Swinging, like tickling can be torture. Hence the most important aspect to consider with babies and swinging, is whether the baby is going to get hurt or enjoy the movement.
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The highest amount of rainfall ever recorded in one year is 1000”, which was in Cherrapunji, India. The biggest raindrops recorded were in Brazil and the Marshall Islands in 2004. Many of them were huge: 10 mm. Colored rain is a type of rain which contains enough dust that is noticeable without utilizing a magnifying instrument. Red, yellow, green, and black downpours have been reported. Raindrops are not actually shaped like teardrops. Instead, they are shaped more like chocolate chips. The smallest raindrops are round. Large raindrops are shaped more like parachutes.
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Did you know that recommendations in 1910-1920 were that girls should wear blue because it was a delicate and dainty color, and that boys should wear pink because it is a stronger color?
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his is completely opposite from what parents do currently. In one study of 2 different, middle-class American preschools, researchers went in and wrote down the color of clothing that each child was wearing for three months. They found that 61% of girls dressed in something pink each day, and that none of the boys were seen wearing pink- ever! Much of this is due to a current, wider spread consumer marketing culture, but not all of it is. In studies conducted in the 1990’s that asked children, ages 4-7 years, to talk about a color and how it made them feel, both boys and girls felt that bright colors were “happy” and “positive”, while dark colors were “negative”. A similar study conducted 10 years later, did not find as strong of a result, in that more boys and girls found darker colors to be positive. Researchers are finding that the preference of color by gender is not a solid link. It depends on what country, culture, gender, language, and age a person is. A person’s identification with a color also depends on personal feelings of rebelling, and reasoning. One study asked 7-year-old boys who said that they liked the color “pink”, why it was their favorite color. The
answers ranged from “Because no one else in my family does.” to “Because people look shocked.” One boy answered that “Girls like pink, and I like girls, so if I like pink, the girls will like me.” Regardless of gender roles and color preferences, humans tend to see color a bit differently. The blue that one person sees is not the same as the blue that someone else sees. Along the same line, not every culture matches an idea or meaning with a color. Color is easy to pair with a feeling, and an experience. This leads to the possibility of children having different favorite colors at various times, for a host of reasons! Asking a child what their favorite color is, can be a better experience, when the question of why that color is the favorite color is asked as well.
References: Boyatzis, C. J., & Varghese, R. (1994). Children’s emotional associations with colors. The Journal of Genetic Psychology: Research and Theory on Human Development, 155(1), 77–85. Cohen, P. N. (2013). Children’s gender and parents’ color preferences. Archives of Sexual Behavior, 42(3). Frassanito, P., & Pettorini, B. (2008). Pink and blue: The color of gender. Child’s Nervous System, 24, 881–882. Martin, K.A. (1998). Becoming a gendered body: Practices of preschools. American Sociological Review, 63, 494–511.
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General Information Welcome Home, our tagline, says it all. As a progressive, Reform Jewish Congregation, we are committed to: • Meeting the needs of our congregational family. • Providing a welcoming, open sanctuary of worship, encouraging individualism and diversity. • Cultivating a love of God and an understanding of our Reform Jewish heritage. • Inspiring a commitment to learning, compassion, and volunteerism. Our mission is to provide a safe and welcoming place that respects every member of a family, and allows them to be unburdened by worries about different cultural backgrounds or traditions. We strive to maintain a small and intimate congregation so that each member can have a personal relationship with our Rabbi and be an active participant in the life of the congregation. Temple Emanuel is led by Senior Rabbi Elizabeth Hersh. Along with our lay leaders, Rabbi Hersh has made Temple Emanuel home for an active, small, and diverse congregation.
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New Executive Director! Andrew Goldfeder began as Executive Director in September 2018, a couple days before Rosh Hashanah. Beginning at this time allowed Andrew to meet a large percentage of the congregation at once! Andrew has been happily married to his wife, Nikki, a middle school guidance counselor, for 5 wonderful years and they have two children, daughter, Ilana, 3 years old, and son Ethan, 1 year old. Goals for Temple Emanuel: Continue to cater to the needs of our members and provide the best possible internal customer service. I’d like to see more involvement from parents whose children attend the Religious School. Serve on a committee, take on a leadership role, get involved!
Congregational Involvement In everything we do, we strive to build and nurture community. Whether it be life-long Jewish learning, a friendly weekly game of Mah Jongg, a monthly potluck “Supper and Study,” our many mitzvah projects or our monthly book club, there are many ways to embrace the Temple Emanuel family.
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Youth Programs Religious School: We strive to make Judaism come alive for every family in ways that are meaningful to them. Our children have the opportunity to explore, create, discover and build a strong Jewish identity in a comfortable setting. We aim to teach our children to be mensches, to love Judaism, and to understand their history, theology, language, and culture. Our congregation has a rich history in Reform Judaism and we recognize the great honor and responsibility for teaching our children what they cannot Google - community, values, and practical application of what they learn. In the spirit of family, we welcome everyone home on Sunday mornings for Religious School. The curriculum we offer at Temple Emanuel is innovative and inspiring. We challenge our students spiritually, intellectually and ethically. As a smaller school, we have the flexibility to teach to the needs of each particular class. While we have specific curriculum goals for each year, our director and teachers are continually upgrading curriculum base on student interest. Each topic we cover is taught with the values of Torah (Jewish learning), Avodah (worship) and/or G'milut Chasadim (acts of loving kindness).
B’nai Mitzvah: At Temple Emanuel, B'nai Mitzvah is more than a rite of passage. It is a true celebration of a young person’s Judaism. Each Bar/Bat Mitzvah experience is completely personalized. Families meet with Rabbi Hersh several times to ensure that the Bar/Bat Mitzvah process and ceremony is meaningful to both the child and parents. During the meetings, a date will be determined as well as the type of ceremony; Shabbat morning, Havdallah, or another time. In the months leading up to the ceremony, students work with a private tutor to learn a portion of the Torah in Hebrew. In our home-like atmosphere, we embrace all family members of the B'nai Mitzvah honoree.
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Youth Groups: Knowing that youth group is a significant factor in encouraging life-long Judaism, we highly value youth group participation at TE. Our Youth Groups are a shining example of Enthusiastic Judaism. We are part of the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) — the youth branch of the Union for Reform Judaism. Our youth groups serve children in grades 3 - 12. TE Tots: Our youngest students, aged 6 mo 3 years participate in TE Tots, a Jewish themed morning of music, movement and art. Toddlers bring an adult of their choice to participate for 45 minutes approximately twice per month. TE Tots meets on Sundays from 10:00-10:45am. Programming for Younger Families: TE Tots programs (twice a month), Tot Shabbat (four times a year), smaller class sizes at Religious School allow educators the opportunity to meet students where they are, alter directions if needed and guarantee success for all students. Goals for the future are to have more intergenerational programs.
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They Can’t Learn If We Don’t Teach I’m going on a picnic, and I’m bringing apples. I’m going on a picnic, and I’m bringing bananas. I’m going on a picnic, and I’m bringing cantaloupe. I’m going on a picnic, and I’m bringing _____________. Can you guess what the next thing is?
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ell, the above pattern is fairly easy to figure out for some tweens, but not all! The harder the pattern gets, the fewer tweens understand it. It becomes a closed “club” if no one is willing to clearly teach what is happening and why. Everyone says, “Pay attention and you will figure it out.” However, this eventually leads to no one playing, or trying to understand. This becomes a lost educational opportunity. For many tweens, the teachers and administrators talk “around” important topics, such as 1) a behavior that occurred that should not have, 2) important topics of “different, but equal”, as with religion, race, and gender, and 3) even drug use. Being vague does not actually help our tweens. Researchers have found that most 9+ year-olds are capable of having conversations that adults would find unpleasant or biased- without having a bias, or it being intentionally unpleasant! Importantly, the younger tweens are good at understanding that if a person has different shaped eyes, that that difference is not a meaningful difference as to who s/he is as a human. The tweens can understand that if another kid takes a water gun (an obvious water gun), points it, and says “Watch out”, chances are the threat is that the person getting “shot” is going to get wet- nothing more sinister, but also that the action can be interpreted as a threat and should not be done.
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Understandably, and unfortunately, in today’s context, there are different ways of reading/interpreting both instances. It is fine, probably even best, for adults to step in, and explain to the tween that they shouldn’t point even a water gun in the first place. But this is not enough. It is even better to address the entire student body, and in a positive way (think TED talk format), and without naming names, set up the situation. Discuss how it was intended, how it could have been intended, and what to do differently next time. Make sure to follow up with questions from the “audience”, so that as many of the tweens can understand what the situation is, as possible. By creating learning opportunities from explicit teaching of behavior in the current social climate, the doors of communication are opened. By explaining what the “hidden” rules are, the tweens can stay in the game. They will understand that they can bring to the picnic, dragonfruit, dates, or even durian.
References: Aboud, F. E., & Levy, S. R. (2000). Interventions to reduce prejudice and discrimination in children and adolescents. In S. Oskamp (Ed.), Reducing prejudice and discrimination. (pp. 269–293). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates Publishers. Killen, M., Lee-Kim, J., McGlothlin, H., & Stangor, C. (2002). How children and adolescents evaluate gender and racial exclusion. Monographs of the Society for Research in Child Development, 67(4). Zuckerman, D. M. (1996). Media violence, gun control, and public policy. American Journal of Orthopsychiatry, 66(3), 378–389.
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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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Time Flies Last month I went to my 11th annual PJ Library Conference. It’s hard to believe we’ve had PJ Library in St. Louis for 11 years! Every year I learn so much at the conference, from colleagues from all over the world, and from the amazing ideas they have implemented in their communities. This year, in addition to being inspired by the people and programs, I also brought back something a friend told me that I’d never heard before and wanted to share. It’s a story that has been found in many iterations throughout the world, and has been referenced by Abraham Lincoln, by the Ben Ish Chai from Baghdad, in Persian by Fariduddin Attar, and in Russian by Anton Chekhov. It is thought to have its philosophical roots in Maimonides ('Regimen of Health', III). One day King Solomon sent his most trusted minister to find a certain ring. "It has special powers," answered the king. "If a happy man looks at it, he becomes sad, and if a sad man looks at it, he becomes happy." Many months passed, and still the minister had no idea where he could find the ring. One day he decided to take a walk in one of the poorest quarters of Jerusalem. He passed by a merchant and thought he would check with him. "Have
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you by any chance heard of a special ring that makes the happy wearer forget his joy and the broken-hearted wearer forget his sorrows?" he asked. The merchant took a plain gold ring and engraved something on it. When the king’s minister read the words on the ring, he immediately knew he had found what had been eluding him. He took the ring to King Solomon, and as soon as the king read the inscription, he knew the minister had been successful in his quest. The jeweler had written three Hebrew letters on the band: Gimel, Zayin, Yud, which begin the words "Gam zeh ya'avor - This too shall pass.” I can’t seem to get a good grasp on time. My daughter makes fun of me whenever I ask her what time it is. “Time for you to get a watch,” she always says. These days I can’t help but try not to blink. Every time I do, it seems my kids have grown exponentially. Whether it’s watching my kids fight about NOTHING, or playing Rummikub together as a family, I keep thinking that “This, too, shall pass.” For better or for worse, time keeps going. No matter how good or bad the current situation is, it’s only temporary. It’s been a good reminder for me, and I hope it will be for you as well.
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When Hunger Hits Home: Say No to Senate Bill 4 The Missouri 2019 legislative session is well underway. One bill up for debate, Senate Bill 4, would impose work requirements on
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estrictions when shopping with SNAP funds includes alcohol and you can only buy food from participating grocery stores. SNAP also doesn’t cover hot meals, so it cannot be used at restaurants. Plenty of families rely on SNAP to help put food on their tables. One in four kids in the United States participates in SNAP and the program keeps almost one million kids out of poverty. Over a quarter of children all over Missouri receive SNAP. Thanks to SNAP, fewer kids in our community are going hungry. When kids get healthy food to eat, they do better in the classroom, and even have a higher chance of graduating
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high school! As a pediatrics resident, I've taken care of families who had to choose between putting food on the table and paying their bills. SNAP helps families avoid this situation. Senate Bill 4 would require the head of the household to work at least 80 hours per month in order to get SNAP benefits. If they do not work, the whole family is refused SNAP support for three months. If they still are not employed, they will stop benefits for six months. Then, if they still do not meet the requirements, the adult is deemed ineligible to ever receive SNAP, including everyone in the household.
Every child deserves the opportunity to have a healthy childhood, but Senate Bill 4 would harm Missouri's children. The Department of Social Services found that over 50,000 children would lose benefits – enough to fill Busch Stadium! Taking nutrition away from kids based on their families' employment status is simply unfair and would have terrible consequences. We know without enough food, kids have a harder time focusing in school and staying healthy. Senate Bill 4 also has consequences for Missouri taxpayers. SNAP is federally funded, so refusing benefits would not affect our state taxes. However, in order to create a program to
oversee eligibility requirements and impose the restrictions, the state of Missouri would have to spend over $90 million, which would come from taxpayers. The good news? You can help! SNAP is one of the best programs we have to keep kids healthy. Kids aren't able to vote or speak up for themselves. You can give children a voice by calling your State Senator and sharing what you think about Senate Bill 4. Find your State Senator at www.senate.mo.gov.
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TEEN
Parrots Say (and do) the Darndest Things Have you heard a young teen say something that you would expect from a 40-year-old, about an “adult” topic such as politics, or where to buy a car? Still worse, have you heard your teen tell a younger sibling something in a “not-nice” way? Guess what? It isn’t just the 3-year-old who repeats things that they have overheard! .
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Studies of young teens, specifically 13-16-year-olds, consistently show that the teen will often “parrot” what they have heard said in, and outside of, the house. They will also often do what they see modeled by their adults. This goes for political viewpoints, as well as ways of contributing to their community in a positive way. The teens do not always understand underlying connections, or even in-depth aspects. For example, most teens understand the term “homeless”, but they don’t understand underlying issues of poverty, such as what causes poverty.
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There have been several studies that show that when teens learn about pro-social issues at school, religious institutions, youth groups, or as part of a program, they actually incorporate the knowledge into their sense of identity, self, and future goals. Researchers have shown that when teens think that going to school is done primarily, to increase one’s status and wealth, they don’t study as well, and they don’t volunteer much. Alternatively, when students think that some of the reasons for education include learning how to be socially responsible, having an understanding of the world, and the importance of social justice, they are more committed to the intrinsic value of learning- of both school-related topics, and community-related ones. This is one of the reasons why so many schools ask for volunteer hours. Parents who volunteer their time and resources tend to have teens who volunteer similarly. HOWEVER, the education of why and where to volunteer, seems to be tied to the view of the purpose of education, and the explicit modeling from the parents, other adults, and peers. Given that most parents want their children to be well-balanced citizens who volunteer and contribute positively in their communities and/or beyond, it is crucial to find volunteer opportunities that match the family values.
References: Flanagan, C. A., & Tucker, C. J. (1999). Adolescents’ explanations for political issues: Concordance with their views of self and society. Developmental Psychology, 35(5), 1198–1209. Nicholls, J. G., Patashnick, M., & Nolen, S. B. (1985). Adolescents' theories of education. Journal of Educational Psychology, 77, 683—692. Youniss, J., & Yates, M. (1997). Community service and social responsibility in youth: Theory and policy. Chicago: University of Chicago Press.
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Jumpin’ Jack Fruit KATHY MORA, Ph.D., R.D. 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!
Jack be nimble, jack be quick, jack fruit is here to stick. Jackfruit (all one word) is an unexpected, versatile meat substitute that is gaining momentum in the mainstream food and culinary world. The odd looking, very large, tree fruit was rarely found in grocery stores other than international food markets. Now, jackfruit is available fresh, canned, pre-seasoned and vacuum packed in most neighborhood grocery stores, and even larger stores like Target. Jackfruit is grown in warm and mostly tropical conditions. Whole jackfruit can range from ~15-30 pounds, and has a bumpy, prickly green exterior. With ripening, the skin turns a yellow color and becomes more fragrant. The fleshy interior can be pinkish or yellow. Choose jackfruit that is deep yellow in color and has a strong fragrant aroma. Jackfruit is a good source of nutrition, providing complex carbohydrate, fiber, vitamin C, potassium, antioxidants, such as beta-carotene, and a range of other vitamins and minerals. While the cooking properties of jackfruit can resemble meat, the nutrition content from protein, iron, and zinc are lower in jackfruit. However, you can easily meet your protein needs (which provide iron and zinc) from other food sources at the same meal and throughout the day. For example, using jackfruit in place of chicken to make a “white chili” includes beans, which are an excellent source of protein. Alternatively, because jackfruit is lower in calories, without saturated fat or cholesterol, you can enjoy larger portions of jackfruit than meat, including the seeds, which will boost the protein, iron, and zinc content. Jackfruit might be the jack-of -all -trades as far as being adaptable, in that you can enjoy jackfruit raw or cooked. Fresh, ripe jackfruit has a sweet, fruity taste with hints of mango,
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melon, banana, peaches, and/or pineapple. Unripe jackfruit is best for cooking, because it has a more neutral taste and works well in both sweet and savory dishes. The neutral taste of the unripe jackfruit becomes flavorful when spices, herbs, and seasonings are added. Marinating or seasoning jackfruit before and during cooking, bring out the most flavor. When cooked, jackfruit’s flavor, texture, and appearance are similar to shredded meat, and jackfruit is well suited for a variety of cooking methods. The soft, sweet, flakey flesh of jackfruit can also be used in desserts. Roasting the seeds produces a tasty snack similar to chestnuts or macadamia nuts, or you can try boiling the seeds for a softer texture similar to boiled peanuts. From snacks to smoothies to sliders, jackfruit is proving to be both tasty and easy to prepare. Not yet intrigued to try jackfruit? How about one more fun fact…Have you ever wondered what the “fruit” flavor is in juicy fruit gum? It’s not easy to identify, and Wrigley does not disclose their trade secret. The taste of sweet, ripe jackfruit is just like juicy fruit gum, with hints of a variety of sweet, indistinguishable fruits. Unlike the gum, you’ll hit the nutrition jackpot when you try jackfruit!
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Most people tend to forget about the dreaded Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) that they may have had to deal with when they were children or young adults. By the time you turn 65 years old, there are some things you think shouldn’t be an issue. A UTI is often one of them!
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Reported symptoms from people ages 50 years
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Unfortunately, the same symptoms that lead to early treatment of a UTI are not seen in most adults. It is therefore important to remember to ask for a urine test, and be proactive, as a patient.
References Mayne, S., Bowden, A. Sundvall, P-D, & Gunnarsson, R. (2019). The scientific evidence for a potential link between confusion and urinary tract infection in the elderly is still confusing - a systematic literature review. BMC Geriatrics, 19. p. 32. Shu, A., Paulasir, S., Batool, F., Corpron, C. A., Purtill, M.-A., Wahl, W. L., & Brandt, M.-M. (2018). Elderly Fall Patients Need a Urinalysis. The American Surgeon, 84(8), e299–e301 Soliman, Y., Meyer, R., & Baum, N. (2016). Falls in the Elderly Secondary to Urinary Symptoms. Reviews in urology, 18(1), 28–32.
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There really ARE different hair textures. Hair texture can be judged by the strand, by the amount on a head, and by how hair handles moisture. Stylists and hair product designers categorize hair texture into 3 categories: Fine, Medium & Coarse. Fine texture is the most fragile, and also tangles very easily. Coarse hair is stronger. Density is another “hair characteristic” that people question. Density in hair jargon refers to how many hairs per square inch are on your head. It is also determined by how much scalp exposure you have. You can be high, medium, or low density. High density is usually seen as thick because of how it looks and feels as a whole. However, this doesn’t mean the individual hair strand is thick. You can be high density with fine strands and low density with coarse, or medium strands. If you are curious, it’s best to check for your hair density when it’s dry. All you have to do is let your dry hair hang loose. Can your scalp be seen? If it’s difficult to see your scalp or no scalp can be seen at all, your hair is high density. If it’s very easy to see scalp, your hair is low density, and if you can see only some of your scalp, it’s medium density. Porosity also has a lot to do with hair texture. Porosity is a measurement of your hair’s ability to absorb, and hold onto moisture. High porosity hair has gaps and holes in the cuticle allowing moisture to easily come out. Porosity is determined by genetics but is also altered by external factors like heat damage and chemical processing.
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Not everyone does all of the mentioned activities, but since the previous 32/33 days (counting of Omer) is a part of a long period of mourning, happy events are allowed on this one day. There are children's parades, weddings, celebrations of Israel, and eating of carob or chocolate. On Lag BaOmer, many Jewish people celebrate, and remember, the life of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai. Rabbi Shimon lived in the 2nd century CE and was the first to publicly teach Kabbalah- the mystical dimension of the Torah. On the day of his passing, he instructed his students to mark the date as “the day of my joy”. It was this day, that he is said to have revealed to his disciples the Torah's secrets with an intensity and profundity that the world had not yet experienced. The Zohar relates that on his last day, “the house was filled with fire and intense light, to the point that the assembled could not approach or even look at Rabbi Shimon.” The largest Lag BaOmer celebration takes place in and around Rabbi Shimon's tomb, located in the Israeli village of Meron. There is singing, dancing, around-the-clock celebrating, and thousands of people there. Lag BaOmer also commemorates another joyous event. Between the holidays of Passover and Shavuot, there was tremendous fighting and disrespect between the students of the great sage Rabbi Akiva. On Lag BaOmer, the deaths and fighting stopped, and hence this holiday carries the theme of the imperative to “love and respect one's fellow” (ahavat yisrael). Bonfires are lit near the grave of Rabbi Akiva in Tiberias on Lag BaOmer as well.
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STICKS and AND STONES & FISH and AND CHEESE CHEESE
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Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never harm me. Of all the childhood chants, this one may be the least truthful, even counting The cow jumped over the moon. As much as we wish otherwise, I am not rubber, and you are not glue. Words do not bounce off. Words stick. Words hurt. They are sticks, and stones, covered in glue, aiming to wound the most delicate parts of the soul. Which, coincidently, is also how I feel about Iggy Azalea.
Photo by Spoonful of Sugar Photography.
*This is a reprint from 2015, at the request of a school principal who sees a lot of name calling at the end of the school year.*
Kids know this about words’ power. (They are also discordantly fond of Iggy.) As parents, though, we do what we can to reduce the bruising. So naturally, we invent rules about what our children can say, especially to each other. It’s easy to start by forbidding specific words, with additional restrictions on what brothers and sisters can call each other. Of course, we have to be careful that what we prohibit doesn’t become a source of inspiration—my daughter still thinks that F-U is itself a bad word rather than a euphemism, and I’m in no hurry for her to learn otherwise. But as kids learn the terminologies, parents ban alphabetically: the A-word, the B-word, the C-word, the D-word, the E-word, and, of course, the F-word.
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As far as I know, there is no E-word. But you probably just assumed that kids had recently invented one without you. And you’d be right to think so. Children, especially siblings, bring out the worst and best in linguistic creative cruelty. In light of our constraints, my kids have recently adopted noob, which you might recognize as a derivative of “newbie,” and derp, which seems a catchall for previous generations of D-words, from “doofus” to “dummy” to “duh.” They may sound innocuous, and compared to what could be, they’re downright darling. But, like a pencil or playing card in the hands of a trained assassin, when the intention is to injure, anything will work. All the noobs and derps now expertly deployed around my house remind me of an episode from my own childhood. Like me, my own mother tried to keep her kids from throwing verbal sticks and stones. Unlike me, she meant business, or so I felt at the time. So my brother and I tried, if only somewhat successfully, to keep a lid on the potty mouth. Yet soon enough, we were calling each other names—for reasons I can’t remember now or never knew, our declarations of war were fish and cheese. (Cheesy managed to go on to become a genuine cultural putdown a decade or so later, so I was an early adopter). Many an afternoon would be punctuated by cries of “Mooooooooooom! He called me … [sob] … a cheese!” I sometimes can’t believe my parents had a third child. As we get older, we’re supposed to learn that words alone change nothing. Adults repeat the sticks and stones mantra to yet another generation, and among ourselves, we demand action, not words. But maybe kids are more right than we know. When we hurl words like the SH-word— shut up (what were you thinking?)—they affect another person painfully, immediately. And even if we say sorry or try to take it back, the damage, like a true contusion, cannot be undone. On the other hand, once we acknowledge that words do matter, and that they have real power, then, rather than prohibiting them, we can help kids use words as the tools they are. Sticks and stones may break my bones, but they can also build our homes.
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The Little Medical School Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool Mad Science Metro Foot Specialists Midwest Softwash Miriam Academy Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School The Muny Olivia’s Cleaning Services Olympia Gymnastics Organizing Magic Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal Personal Care Cleaners PJ Library Poké Munch Princess Awesome
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Shana Watkins Photography Weight Watchers West County School of Music Whitfield School
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Oops, our 13-year-old started babysitting, but her first job was right after she watched a really scary movie!! I had to go stay with her at the job! Perhaps we shouldn’t have reprimanded our 7-year-old for biting her nails. Every time we reprimanded her, she did it more! Oops, perhaps telling our 17-year-old that we couldn’t afford his first choice of college, should have happened before the admitted letter arrived (which we hadn’t expected.) Oops, I need to be more careful with which hand-me-downs get worn to school. My youngest daughter dressed herself, and my husband took her to school. Then I started getting MANY texts congratulating us on our upcoming addition. Apparently, she was wearing a shirt that said, “Big Sister”! Perhaps I will never allow slime back in my house! My daughter put it in her hair, and it was soooooo hard to get out! I finally cut her hair, only to find out that a vinegar solution would dissolve it. Oops, yelling at all 3 of my children before school makes all 4 of us very cranky! Perhaps I should not have allowed my 7-year-old to zoom his truck around at a chess tournament that his sister was playing in. He and his truck were loud, and his truck accidentally zoomed into an elderly gentleman. Oops, perhaps it was not a good idea to fill an old college fridge with cold coffee drinks and filled baby bottles. I was so tired that when I reached for my coffee, I grabbed a baby bottle instead! Perhaps I should not have laughed at my husband when he actually did what I asked and dressed the baby. Nevermind that he dressed her in all one color, from hat to socks, and her shirt was on backwards with snaps in the front! She looked ridiculous!! Oops, I can’t believe that my baby was crying in his car seat for hours, because I had the car seat clip pressing against his stomach, instead of being across his chest!
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Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
Lone Elk Park is a wildlife management area, with bison, wild turkey, waterfowl, elk and deer. Motorcycles are prohibited. Domestic animals are not allowed, even if confined in a vehicle.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Book Character Scavenger Hunt
5/1 9am-9pm Look for pictures of popular book characters in the Children's Area and turn in your sheet for a chance to win a prize. A Children's Book Week event. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE
Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo
5/1 9am-5pm Big Joel's is a family-owned farm and educational seasonal attraction. We opened the doors to our private menagerie to the public for the first time in July, 2012. 13187 STATE HWY M, WRIGHT CITY, MO 63390 $8 PER PERSON OVER 2YRS.
Storytelling in the Museum
5/1 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 Moms, shapes, heroes, and our feelings! MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
Book Discussion
5/1 6:30pm-8pm Ages 12-17yrs. This month we are reading "Willa of the Wood" by Robert Beatty. Copies available at the Service Desk.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE
5/3 10am-11:30am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE
Greater St. Louis Book Fair
Ladies' Knight Urban Fort Play Cafe
We sell many rare and collectible books, movies, music, comics and ephemera. Our inventory includes first editions, limited editions, out of print editions, signed copies and other treasures.
5/2 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair. 1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
Teen Game Night
5/2 6pm-8pm Ages 12-18 years. Snack and play our selection of tabletop and WiiU games, or bring your own. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Anime Club
5/2 6pm-8pm Otakus, unite! Watch and discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
5/3 10am-8pm
GREENSFELDER RECREATION COMPLEX IN QUEENY PARK FREE ADMISSION
Open Play at the J
5/3 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
Simchat Shabbat at Shaare Emeth 5/3
Call for times!
A joy-filled, intergenerational, participatory service held on the first Friday evening of every month. We have assembled a new band who will lead us in high energy, contemporary music, and birthday blessings will be offered as well. This service includes a special component designed just for elementary-age children. 11645 LADUE RD 63141
Ladies' Knight
Tater Tot Shabbat
5/2 6:30pm-7:30pm
5/3 5:30pm-7pm
Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
The Color of Green
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
5/4 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110
Seniors
Baby-n-Me Classes
5/2 7:30am-10pm
Free Comic Book Day
5/4 9am-5pm Stop in at your local branch to receive a free comic book, while supplies last. One comic per person. All ages. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Monster Machines Day & Bicycle Skills Course
Tween/Teen
Lone Elk Park
5/1 9:30am-10:45am
5/4 9am-12pm Join us for Monster Machines Day at Des Peres Park! See a police car, bulldozer, fire truck and much more up close during this “hands on” event. Climb in, look around and let your imagination take you for a ride! Kids can also visit our bicycle skills course and go for a “real” ride to test their skills (kids are encouraged to bring their own bike). Our certified cycling instructor will be available to assist with the course and bike fittings.
Secular
Baby-n-Me Classes
DES PERES PARK PARKING LOT FREE
Chesterfield Earth Day Festival
5/4 10am-2pm The Chesterfield Citizens Committee for the Environment will host this FREE community event for all ages to enjoy! There will be tree seedling giveaways and wood carving by Wood Den. Participants can enjoy visiting with informational exhibitors and vendors selling upcycled and recycled art and craft items and nearly anything that can be recycled will be collected at the drive-thru recycling area on the parking lot in front of Sears. CHESTERFIELD MALL VARIES
Tabletop Gamers
5/4 2pm-4pm Ages 12+. Meet with other game enthusiasts to play games like Settlers of Catan, Dominion, & Pandemic. Bring your own game or try one of ours! ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE
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KoREH School Information Session
5/5 9:30am-12:30pm
Seniors
Please join Rabbi Scott Shafrin to learn about the exciting vision for the Kol Rinah Educational Experience. Enrollment for Fall 2019 is well underway! Meet with students and their families. 829 N. HANLEY RD., 63130 FREE
Tween/Teen
Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
5/5 10am-12pm Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
Secular
5/6 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair. 1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
Open Play at the J
5/6 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. BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Temple Tots
5/7 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!
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
Crown Center Yiddish Group
Free Tuesdays at the Butterfly House
starting from 1 pm
5/5 2pm-3pm All ages can enjoy Laumeier Sculpture park! 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 $5 PER NON-MEMBER
EyeSeeMe Story time
5/5 2pm-3pm African American/Multicultural Sunday StoryTime for All Children 7827 OLIVE BLVD. 63130 FREE
5/6 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
Special $1 meals at Crown Center Dining Room
5/6 5pm Nutritious meals for area seniors, 60+. Menus listed online. Certified Kosher under supervision by the Vaad Hoeir of St. Louis. Call 314-991-2055, ext. 124 to make your reservation today. Community members welcome.
CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR CALL 314-991-2055 FOR MORE INFORMATION. COMMUNITY MEMBERS WELCOME.
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Israeli Folk Dancing
5/6 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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Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
SAUL SPIELBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT UNITED HEBREW. 13788 CONWAY RD 63141 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.
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Urban Fort Play Cafe
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JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
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5/7 10am-12pm Come see what is going on! Due to high attendance, strollers are not permitted on free Tuesdays. 15193 OLIVE BLVD. 63017 FREE
Ballroom Dance Lessons
5/7 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300
Yom Hazikaron Ceremony
5/7 7pm-8pm Join the community to remember and honor those who have fallen in the defense of the State of Israel or in terror attacks in Israel. Poems, songs, and readings in Hebrew and English. JEWISH FEDERATION, 12 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR. CONTACT RABBI BRAD HORWITZ. BHORWITZ@JCCSTL.ORG
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Baby-n-Me Classes
Keeper Talks
Purina Farms
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.
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.
Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore!
5/8 9:30am-10:45am
11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE
Museum of Transportation
5/8 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars. 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Water Waddlers
5/8 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
Wine Down Wednesday
5/8 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
Yom Ha’atzmaut Community Celebration
5/8 6pm-9pm Join us for a grand celebration featuring teen led booths, Israeli bazaar, dancing, special local performances, and more. Israeli food for purchase. For more info contact Rabbi Brad Horwitz bhorwitz@jccstl.org. JEWISH FEDERATION, 12 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR. FREE
5/9 9am-10am
WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
St Louis Science Center
5/9 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science. 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE
2 year old story time
5/9 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
The Wizard of Oz
5/9 5:30pm-9pm Join the Missouri History Museum for a screening of the classic movie musical, where you can sing along with Dorothy and friends as they make their way down the yellow brick road. Come early to enjoy Muny Memories and activities. Everyone who comes in costume will be entered to win a prize! MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
Minecraft
5/9 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
Ladies' Knight
5/9 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
5/10 9:30am-3:30pm 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE
Baby-n-Me Classes
5/10 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
5/10 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Laser Tag
5/10 5pm-11pm All You Can Play Laser Tag
KOKOMO JOE'S, 4105 N. CLOVERLEAF DR., ST PETERS $9.99 PER PERSON
Cosmic Skate
5/10 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! WEBSTER GROVES ICE RINK VARIES, $8 PER PERSON
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
5/11 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
Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo
5/11 9am-5pm Big Joel's is a family-owned farm and educational seasonal attraction. We opened the doors to our private menagerie to the public for the first time in July, 2012. 13187 STATE HWY M, WRIGHT CITY, MO 63390 $8 PER PERSON OVER 2YRS.
Laumeier Annual Art Fair
5/11 10am-8pm St. Louis’ favorite Mother’s Day weekend tradition features local food and beverage vendors, handson activities for kids, live music and up to 150 juried artists from across the country. Rain or shine; no pets or outside food and beverage allowed. 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 $10 PP ADMISSION
Schaefer's Hobby Shop Stay and Play
5/11 1pm-4pm Every Saturday and Sunday we will feature a new make and take, demo or class. 11659 GRAVOIS RD., 63126 FREE
Lego Club
5/11 2pm-3pm Ages 6-12yrs. Have fun building with LEGOs. We’ll provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity! ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
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Lone Elk Park
5/12 7:30am-10pm
Seniors
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
Keeper Talks
5/12 9am-10am
Tween/Teen
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
Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
5/12 10am-12pm
Secular
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
Sunday Chess Classes 5/12
starting from 1 pm
Jewish
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NONMEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
Schools & Synagogues
Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
5/12 1pm-4pm Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries.
CALENDAR
ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR
Monday
Tuesday
Grant's Farm
30 Trails in 30 minutes
Grant’s Farm celebrates America’s past with a commitment to the future. Honoring both the 18th president of the United States and the Busch family legacy, the Farm is a refuge for more than 900 animals, representing more than 100 different species.
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.
5/13 9am-5pm
ONE BUSCH PLACE. ST. LOUIS, MO 63118 FREE, BUT HAS ADD-ONS
Urban Fort Play Cafe
5/13 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.
5/14 9am-5pm
WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/ PARKSANDRECREATION/TRAILS/3030HIKESPROGRAM FREE
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
5/14 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.
1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD
BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.
Lap Time
Temple Tots
5/13 9:30am-10:30am Ages 0-36 months. Join us for stories, songs and play time to help develop early literacy skills. Adult must accompany child. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Open Play at the J
5/13 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
Israeli Folk Dancing
5/13 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
5/14 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
Roblox Club
5/14 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
Ballroom Dance Lessons
5/14 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON
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Water Waddlers
5/15 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
Tech Talks: Safe Shopping on the Internet
5/15 2pm-4pm Online shopping is easy and convenient, but how do you avoid scams and mistakes? Learn about shopping safe and how you can stay secure. Registration Required. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
ARTeen Geodes
5/15 6pm-6:55pm Ages 12-17 yrs. Learn about beautiful geodes and create your own. Part of Science Fest. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, REGISTATION RECOMMENDED
Wine Down Wednesday
5/15 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
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) 5/15 7pm-8pm Ages 12-18. Join our Teen Advisory Group to share ideas, meet friends and earn community service hours! ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Thursday
Museum of Transportation
5/16 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Come see the Eagles
5/16 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
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
5/16 10am-4pm 60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County.
15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.
Blind Oreo Taste Test
5/16 3pm-5pm Ages 12-18yrs., Can you identify your favorite Oreo? Stop by the Teen Area to take the challenge, while supplies last. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Ladies' Knight
5/16 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
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Soulard Farmer's Market
5/17 7am-5pm A St. Louis tradition for 200 years. Come find local treats! 730 CARROLL STREET FREE ADMISSION
Tech Talks: Photos in the Cloud
5/17 10am-12pm Use websites and apps used to back up and store photos in the cloud, using Google Photos, Dropbox and iCloud. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Open Play at the J
5/17 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment. JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Emerson Free Family Night at The Magic House
5/17 5pm-8pm These special nights enable a family (up to two adults and four children) to visit the Museum at no cost. Reservations are not required. Due to capacity regulations, space is limited. 516 S. KIRKWOOD RD, 63122 FREE
Laser Tag
5/17 6pm-8pm Ages 12-17yrs. Join the adventure and play laser tag in the library. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Third Fridays at 3rd Degree Glass Studio
5/17 6pm-10pm Enjoy great food from local caterers and food trucks, listen to live music as you discover local glass artists, and more!
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
5/18 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
World Bird Sanctuary
5/18 8am-5pm Guided tours, animal experiences, nature center, wildlife hospital, and more! 125 BALD EAGLE RIDGE RD., 63088 FREE
Cahokia Mounds
5/18 9am-5pm In addition to a World-Class Interpretive Center, Cahokia Mounds offers 2,200 acres of the original site, 800 of which are accessible to the public. No trip is complete without exploring the site, climbing the 100 ft. Monks Mound and experiencing the reconstructed ancient sun calendar, Woodhenge. 30 RAMEY STREET COLLINSVILLE, IL 62234 SUGGESTED DONATION OF $7.
Thornhill Open House
5/18 12pm-4pm Come visit the home of Missouri’s second governor, Frederick Bates and learn about his role in creating Missouri as we know it. Tour the restored residence from the earliest days of Missouri statehood and see how life on the frontier was lived. FAUST 15185 OLIVE BLVD 63017 FREE
Bam Bam Festival
5/18 12pm-10pm Family friendly event to honor and celebrate those who have served. Live music, food trucks, raffles, karaoke, games, contests, prizes, and more. Proceeds wtill be used to train and place service dogs with Vets. MID RIVERS MALL DR, ST. PETERS 63376 VARIES. $9-$15
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Hiking and mountain biking trails that range from those great for firsttime and for the most experienced riders. Good fishing, broad meadows filled with wildlife, and plenty of recreational facilities. Come for an adventure or just to get away. 1401 KIEFER CREEK ROAD, 63021 FREE
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Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
5/19 10am-12pm Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
Sunday Chess Classes
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starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME, 4652 MARYLAND AVE., ST LOUIS, MO 63108 FREE FOR MEMBERS. FIRST TIME TO THE CLUB IS FREE, SO NON-MEMBERS GET IT FREE ONCE.
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Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum
5/19 1pm-4pm Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries.
Schools & Synagogues
ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR
EyeSeeMe Story time
5/19 2pm-3pm African American/Multicultural Sunday StoryTime for All Children
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7827 OLIVE BLVD. 63130 FREE
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St Louis Zoo
5/20 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Open Play at the J
5/20 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
Preschool STEAM: Paper Flight Adventures
5/20 10am-11am AGES 3-6 YRS. Explore areas of science, technology, engineering, art and math. Part of Science Fest. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Crown Center Yiddish Group
5/20 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
Israeli Folk Dancing
5/20 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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Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
5/21 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.
First Art
5/21 10am-11am Ages 18-36 months. Dress to be messy. A toddler art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Storytelling in the Museum
5/21 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
Storytelling in the Museum
5/21 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 Moms, shapes, heroes, and our feelings! MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE
Ballroom Dance Lessons
5/21 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON
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Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
The St. Louis Senior Olympics promotes the health and wellness of men and women 50 years of age and better by providing them opportunities to participate in competitive sports and social events. This Olympic-style competition offers more than 90 events at over a dozen local venues.
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.
A St. Louis tradition for 200 years. Come find local treats!
5/22 9am-4pm 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Story Time at Eckerts
5/22 9:30am-10:30am Join us with your little ones for Story Time on the Farm at Eckert’s Belleville Country Store. Enjoy an interactive reading of some of our favorite children’s books, followed by a related hands-on activity ECKERT'S COUNTRY STORE AND FARMS 951 S GREEN MOUNT RD, BELLEVILLE, ILLINOIS 62220 FREE
Water Waddlers
5/22 10:30am-12pm Enjoy a morning of fun at the indoor tot pool with your friends, neighbors and children. This program is designed for children, ages 6 and under, accompanied by a parent/ guardian who is able to remain in the water with the child. THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7
Wine Down Wednesday
5/22 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
BeTween Hour: Paper Airplane Challenge
5/22 6:30pm-7:30pm Ages 9- 12 yrs.Will your paper airplane have what it takes to survive our challenges intact? Part of Science Fest. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
5/23-5/28 9am-9pm
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR JCCSTL.COM/FITNESSRECREATION/SPORTSRECREATION/ST-LOUIS-SENIOROLYMPICS/
St Louis Zoo
5/23 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Book Club
5/23 10am-11:30am Kol Rinah and Bnai Amoona sponsor a book club on the 4th Thursday of each month. We discuss books by Jewish authors or with Jewish content. All are welcome! ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Tech Talks: Volunteering and Giving for Good
5/23 1:30pm-3:30pm Explore ways to find opportunities to volunteer or donate and how to evaluate charities to be sure your contribution of time or money is being put to good use. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Ladies' Knight
5/24 10:30am-11:30am
JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE
Jungle Boogie- Wildfire
5/24 5pm-8pm Wildfire is a country crossover band, performing pop country hits, along with classic country, southern rock and top 40from Carrie Underwood to Dolly Parton and Luke Bryan to Johnny Cash. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Laser Tag
5/24 5pm-11pm All You Can Play Laser Tag
KOKOMO JOE'S, 4105 N. CLOVERLEAF DR., ST PETERS $9.99 PER PERSON
Paint Party
5/24 6pm-8pm Ages 12-17. Let your inner artist out and create a beautiful painting.
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Cosmic Skate
5/24 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! WEBSTER GROVES ICE RINK VARIES, $8 PER PERSON
5/25 7am-5pm 730 CARROLL STREET FREE ADMISSION
Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents
5/25 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
Learn More About Pollinators
5/25 9am-12pm Learn how to recognize pollinators in your neighborhood! Why are pollinator gardens important? Most bees, butterflies, bats, birds, and other insects, play a crucial role in flowering plant reproduction and the production of most fruits and vegetables. The fruits and seeds of flowering plants are an important food source for people and wildlife. For questions, email dwolter@ stlouisco. com. To register call 314615-4FUN. QUEENY PARK (MASON RD. SIDE) $10 PER PERSON
Saturday Signings at the Museum
5/25 9:30am Join us before every Saturday home game to see some of your favorite Cardinals alumni and get their autographs! You must have an autograph line ticket and valid museum admission to receive an autograph. BUSCH STADIUM 700 CLARK ST. VARIES. CHILD $8. VET $10. ADULT $12
5/23 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
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Grant's Farm
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.
Grant’s Farm celebrates America’s past with a commitment to the future. Honoring both the 18th president of the United States and the Busch family legacy, the Farm is a refuge for more than 900 animals, representing more than 100 different species.
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WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE
Aish Sunday School for kids and adults
5/26 10am-12pm
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Come check out our Hebrew School for Kids where kids learn Torah, Jewish Values, Hebrew and more! Our Adult Sunday School with Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald makes it a whole family experience. 457 N. WOODS MILL RD. 63017 VARIES
Sunday Chess Classes 5/26
starting from 1 pm
Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults
Secular
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
5/26 1pm-4pm
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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
5/27 9am-5pm
ONE BUSCH PLACE. ST. LOUIS, MO 63118 FREE, BUT HAS ADD-ONS
St. Louis African Arts Festival
5/27 10am-6pm Activities include: cultural demonstrations, cultural foods, African arts and crafts, films, children's activities, an African marketplace and more! FOREST PARK FREE
Aish HaTorah’s Memorial Day BBQ
5/27 2pm-6pm Join Aish and friends for our annual Memorial Day BBQ. Enjoy a playground, walking trail and baseball game between Rabbi Shmuel Greenwald’s and Rabbi Yosef David’s teams. Kids, cool off in the splash pad (don’t forget your towel and a change of clothes). At 4 pm, we’ll serve a delicious bbq dinner (including the famous Romanian hotdogs from Chicago). This event is free and open to the community. However, there will be a charge for food. MILLENIUM PARK VARIES
EyeSeeMe Story time
Teen Cafe
African American/Multicultural Sunday StoryTime for All Children
Ages 13-18 yrs. Explore new passions, skills and hobbies in a casual environment.
5/26 2pm-3pm
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7827 OLIVE BLVD. 63130 FREE
5/27 6pm-8pm
ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE
Israeli Folk Dancing
CALENDAR
5/27 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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St Louis Zoo
5/28 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC
5/28 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.
First Art
5/28 10am-11am Ages 18-36 months. Dress to be messy. A toddler art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE
Storytelling in the Museum
5/28 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
Ballroom Dance Lessons
5/28 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON
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Cahokia Mounds
Museum of Transportation
In addition to a World-Class Interpretive Center, Cahokia Mounds offers 2,200 acres of the original site, 800 of which are accessible to the public. No trip is complete without exploring the site, climbing the 100 ft. Monks Mound and experiencing the reconstructed ancient sun calendar, Woodhenge.
Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.
5/29 9am-5pm
30 RAMEY STREET COLLINSVILLE, IL 62234 SUGGESTED DONATION OF $7.
Story Time at Eckerts
5/29 9:30am-10:30am Join us with your little ones for Story Time on the Farm at Eckert’s Belleville Country Store. Enjoy an interactive reading of some of our favorite children’s books, followed by a related hands-on activity ECKERT'S COUNTRY STORE AND FARMS 951 S GREEN MOUNT RD, BELLEVILLE, ILLINOIS 62220 FREE
Water Waddlers
5/29 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
Tech Talks: Podcasts
5/29 2pm-4pm Discover podcasts: free audio programs to download and listen to any time. Learn how to access and listen to podcasts as well as get recommendations on topics you enjoy. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
5/30 9am-4pm 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN
Come see the Eagles
5/30 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
St Louis Carousel at Faust Park
5/30 10am-4pm 60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County. 15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.
Ladies' Knight
5/30 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova
CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108
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Historic Soulard Market
5/31 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
Shaw Nature Reserve
5/31 8am-8pm Missouri is known for its rich and beautiful collection of natural habitats as well as for its complex and diverse geology. Since Shaw Nature Reserve sits at the juncture of several of these major Midwestern habitats, the diversity of both plant and animal life is great. This natural diversity provides an exceptional outdoor classroom for scholars and students as well as casual observers. 307 PINETUM LOOP RD. GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 $3 CHILD $5 ADULTS
Keeper Talks
5/31 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
30 Trails in 30 minutes
5/31 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
Jungle Boogie- Funky Butt Brass Band
5/31 5pm-8pm The "FBBB" takes classic New Orleans brass tunes and gives them a twist, but don’t be surprised if you also hear some Motown, southern rock, Memphis soul, Chicago bluesand St. Louis RandB in the mix. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE
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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!
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.
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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The well appointed pantry. We specialize in pies & kitchen/dining gifting. Vegan friendly.
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Community Sewing Studio and Workspace. All are welcome here - from a novice stitch-ster to seasoned sewist - we want to help you realize your dreams in fabric and excel in an inclusive community of passionate creators!
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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An amazing fusion of Japanes and Italian cuisine to create a unique dining experience! (Vaad cerified) 314-439-8800 10477 Old Olive Street Road www.cafecoeurstl.com Cafe Coeur
Young start-ups help our community’s economy. Look here monthly to see what is new!
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Roadside Runway Boutique Roadside Runway is a boutique that specializes and sells women's young contemporary clothing. 314-488-1455 11219 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood www.roadsiderunway.com RoadsideRunwayBoutique RoadsideRunwayBoutique
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Inspired by the hit television show American Ninja Warrior on NBC, we offer the TV obstacles for both kids and adults. 3-time American Ninja Warrior, Kirsti Pratt, is the General Manager and oversees classes, parties, field trips, open play, night out, pro camp, and more!
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West County School of Music Offering excellence in music education. We provide private and group piano, guitar, voice, violin, ukulele, and cello lessons and classes. We welcome students of all ages and abilities! Located on Ladue Road near 141.
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Cherokee Street Gallery We curate artwork that evokes the miracle of the natural world through humanity‘s distilled symbolic language
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Two Maids and a Mop 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. Carly & Jordan 636-259-2656 twomaidschesterfield.com twomaidschesterfield
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Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop Our modern garden store offers a thoughtfully curated selection of purposeful plants and natural landscape solutions, without any invasive species or harsh chemicals. Our coffee shop brews hand-crafted drinks with a focus on flavor, quality, and guest experience. Custom tastings & workshops blend both worlds, by letting you engage with local experts in food, art, gardening and more! 803 Marshall Ave Webster Groves, MO 63119 www.maypopshop.com maypopcoffeeandgarden maypop_shop
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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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Fire Tech Web Design We facilitate the growth of startups and other small business by providing clean, functional, and well designed websites with no-nonsense website management. (636) 486-6015 info@firetechwebdesign.com www.firetechwebdesign.com
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FOUNDATION Sat, May 18th 12-10pm Join us to support the Vets who are surviving PTSD Family friendly event at the Mid Rivers Mall in St Peters to honor and celebrate those who have served.
Live Music Food trucks Raffles Karaoke Games Contests Prizes & much more! Proceeds from the festival will be used to train and place service dogs with Vets.
Join us or donate online at www.sgtbamfoundation.org/donate/ SUPPORT
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The Sgt. Bam Foundation began as the dream of Sergeant Alex Bahmandeji’s mother, Maggie Bahmandeji, shortly after his death in December of 2014. The Foundation exists to . . . SUPPORT our military veterans living with PTSD SERVE our veterans and their families, when in need, and HONOR those we have lost so they may never be forgotten. We do this by creating and supporting events and programs designed to help veterans cope with Post-Traumatic Stress.
sgtBAMfoundation.org A 501(C)3 nonprofit organization