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Natural Candy Summer Plans? When Can They ...? Room Mates

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Attentive and Invested 36

By Dr. Doug Pernikoff

NUTRITION NUGGETS 30

Betty Buckle Met a Crumbled Cobbler on a Crisp Afternoon FROM THE DOCTOR

By Michele Herndon, MSN, RN, CPEN, TCRN 8

By Naya Shacham

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JULY CALENDAR 45 Jewish, Secular, Seniors, Tween/Teen & School/Synagogue Events JEWISH HOLIDAY EXPLAINED

Bar & Bat Mitzvah Etiquette 24

When Stanley Met Gloria By Jennifer Baer, MSW

JUST FOR FUN

Uplifted In Israel GRANDPARENT GAB

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LETTER FROM THE

EDITOR

Respect How do you handle it when your children completely disrespect you? Better yet, how about when you have several children who all decide on the same day, but at DIFFERENT times of the day, to be rude? You start to really feel like you are being beaten down.

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.

As in almost all families, this happens in my house with 4 children, as well. It is never a good feeling, and definitely makes me question myself. However, I have to remind myself that I am still the parent and it is my responsibility to teach my children to “Honor thy parents.” I only fail when I take the attacks personally, and don’t find a way to teach. When I let my children get away with the disrespectful behavior, they don’t learn the correct way to speak to me, my husband, grandparents, and/or adults in general. The rules I am supposed to be teaching include: “Speak to me the way you would like to be spoken to.” “Do not yell at me or order me around.” “Before you try to talk to me, hand me something, request something, or yell, please look to see what I am doing first. If I am busy with something, please wait until I am done.” “If I have just told your brothers something that they cannot do, please don’t ask me if you CAN do it.” Sometimes, instead of teaching, I find myself screeching, “Leave me alone for just 2 minutes!!” Yes, I know-- epic parent fail. But I am human. So, in addition to remembering to teach the above rules of respect, I have to also teach the following rules: “Parents are human too. We make mistakes. We are disrespectful. We can apologize for what we do wrong.” “After apologizing, we try hard to not repeat the same mistakes, or behavior.” “Parents sometimes need a break from parenting. It is okay.” As hard as it is to do it, we, ourselves as parents, must model the respectful behaviors we want from our children and teens. The best things about being human include our ability to learn to be respectful, that it is okay to make mistakes, and that we can apologize and forgive. Those days, when I feel like my children are rude, over-privileged creatures, are the days that I have to look in the mirror, put on my teacher’s hat, and go back to the ever-ongoing job of a parent — teach the children the hows and whys of the rules.

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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE

Uplifted

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by Naya Shacham I go to Israel every year, and every year I learn something new about my religion, and about Israel. A few years ago, my whole family, including the ones that live in Israel, were together there for my auntâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wedding. We stayed in a hotel for three days, Thursday through Saturday. [continued pg 8]

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

“You guys coming?” said my oldest cousin Shay to my sister and I. I took my sister’s hand and walked into the elevator. I held the elevator door for Shay who was wheeling the stroller with her sister in it. My aunt was about to get on, but the door closed quickly and she ended up on the opposite side of the door. The elevator started going up. “What number?” I asked to whomever was paying attention. “Back down, so...the lobby” said Shay.

“At first I was astonished. Astonished about the fact that it existed.”

I pressed the circular button that read: Lobby. We looked around, searching the elevator, knowing that there’s nothing to look for, as we waited for the bell to ding. “Already?”

We gave up and headed back into the elevator. Each time the door opened we would quickly look to see if we had reached the lobby. My cousin’s hand gripped the stroller, my sister tapped her foot on the floor, and I stared at the door, hoping it would open on the right floor, the lobby.

We ended up on the tenth floor.

“Wait, what do you mean?” I replied.

My cousin looked around and pressed the lobby button. This time I concentrated on the door and saw no light coming from the button. Weird.

“On Shabbat the buttons don’t work and the elevator moves without you needing to press anything.”

I turned around to listen for the answer, but all my cousin said was “Let’s get out

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Crowded in the small space we spurt out like peas in a pod. We ended up in a narrow hallway with a plain white door. We looked through a little window and saw Shay’s dad. He was eating breakfast on a red table. I pulled down the silver handle and tried to open the door, but it wouldn’t budge. We started to bang on the door, but he still didn’t look up.

Just as the door opened I noticed the chairs and hallways. That’s not the lobby, I thought to myself.

We got ready to get out.

“Wait, where are we, what’s going on?” my sister whined.

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We all got ready to run out...6…

Then, door opened with the most magical sound. Finally! I ran to my mom letting the words spill out of my mouth to tell her what had happened. As I started to explain, my aunt overheard and said the words: Shabbat elevator.

8...7... The numbers above the door flickered as the elevator went down. A few seconds later the door opened. It opened very quickly. And in that moment I knew something was off--the buttons on the door didn’t work, the door opened in a flash — and we had no idea how to get down to the lobby.

the next time the door opens.”

At first I was astonished. Astonished about the fact that it existed. I then started to laugh, and as I looked around my family all smiled with me. Going to Israel is something I always look forward too, and this year I will be traveling there with my 8th grade class. I couldn’t be more excited to learn something new as a group, and leave Israel feeling uplifted. I can’t wait to see what I will learn this time around.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

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NATURAL CANDY

Q: How much candy is too much, for an 18â&#x20AC;&#x201C;36 month old?

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a) In this age group, they should not be allowed any candy.

b) Less than 25 grams of sugar per day.

c) Chocolate is okay, but not gummies.

d) They can have as much as they want.

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he correct answer, given the current guidelines distributed by the American Heart Association, is b) Less than 25 grams of added sugars, which is less than 6 teaspoons daily. High amounts of added sugar have been linked to an increase in Type 2 diabetes, increased risk of childhood obesity, dental decay, behavioral, and other problems. Often, parents will give their toddlers M&Ms for potty training. They will give them Halloween and other “holiday candies”. Every meal is followed by a dessert. You can kind of think of candy as the “video games” of the food world. Research has shown sweets to be addictive and disruptive, with a definite need for limiting them. Currently, despite the difference of size and weight between children and adults, they have similar diets. A recent study found that 18% to 33% of infants and toddlers between ages 7 and 24 months eat less than one serving of vegetables, and less than one serving of fruit. French fries were one of the three most common “vegetables” consumed by infants 9 to 11 months of age, and by 15 to 18 months, french fries WERE the most common vegetable reported. Almost half (46%) of 7- to 8-month-olds ate some type of dessert, sweet, or sweetened beverage, and this percentage increased as age increased. By 19 to 24 months, 62% of toddlers ate a baked dessert, 20% ate candy, and 44% drank a sweetened beverage.

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Summer Plans? Children get used to the school day, and school week, routine.

Wake up in the morning. Get ready for school. Go to school. Proceed through the day of learning and playing. Finish school. Follow up with after-school activities, homework, dinner, and bed-time routine.

ut then Summer break comes around. Now the children are home for two months, without their normal routines. By the time July starts, both kids and adults are ready for school to begin again! Parents often wonder: 1) What am I going to do with my child(ren) for this time? 2) Will my child either lose what he/ she has learned at school, or not learn anything new for this whole time period? 3) Won’t it take a while to get back on task, and into the routine again?

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Typically, studies of the effects of summer break on school achievement, report that the long summer break can have negative effects. However, the studies that compare children who have had quality summer programming as contrasted with unstructured “free” time, report that there is a positive effect of summer camps and other structuredday activities on children, upon returning to school. This suggests that maintaining a routine, be it camp, school, or independent learning can help prevent the negative effects of school breaks.

Here are two ideas of what to do with children when they are on break from school:

Idea 1: Establish a daily schedule Sit down with your student(s) and create a written-out schedule for the day that is to be followed, from early in the morning until after school would have finished. The schedule should include time periods to eat, play, learn, practice, and exercise. For example, a morning’s schedule might look like this: 7:00- 7:45am

Breakfast

7:45am- 8:45

TV/ Play time

8:45am- 9:45

Read

9:45am- 10:30

Instrument practice

10:30am- 10:45

Morning snack

10:45am- 11:45

Work in math workbook

11:45am- 12:30

Run around and exercise

12:30pm- 1:30

Lunch

This kind of schedule can be created for every day of the break. The child can look at the schedule he/she helped create and follow it. This provides a child with a sense of independence and responsibility, a routine to follow, activities to keep the brain and body active, and possibly provides the caregiver or parent time to take care of his/ her own required duties.

Idea 2: Pick a Project Decide with your student(s) on one or more projects that can be completed before school starts again. The projects can include completing a difficult Lego set, cleaning up/ rearranging a closet or room, a specified amount of yard work, or reading a book. This kind of activity for school breaks is most effective if the end goal of completion is possible. If the project is too large, then the child might become discouraged, and stop. With the right project chosen, this “school break idea” provides children with a sense of purpose and accomplishment, something to do independently for chunks of time during the day, and possibly helps the parent with a household chore that was being put off for another time.

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You pick! Tomatoes, peaches, blackberries and apples are available. In the fall, Herman's Farm Orchard also allows visitors to cut their own pumpkins and has a play area for children. This year, picking will begin in July. The farm is typically open in the summer 9 a.m.-7 p.m., with "u-pick" offered 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Herman's Farm Orchard is located at 3663 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, MO. Call 636-925-9969.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

TWEEN

When Can They …? When can they wash their hair in the shower by themselves? When can they use the oven or microwave? When can they stay home alone by themselves? How about alone in the car? When can they babysit others?

here are many questions that parents ponder regarding when it is best for tweens to have “older” responsibilities. The answer is partly based on the individual child and family. However, for some questions, there are recommendations from pediatricians, and the legal system. For example, the 4 questions above are frequently asked, but not easily answered. A tween, ages 8- 12 years can switch from a bath to a shower when s/he feels comfortable doing so. However, it probably isn't until about 12 years old that most tweens can get the water temperature to a point where it won't burn them. It isn't until 11 or 12 years, that most tweens can get out of the shower safely, especially if there is a tub. And, it isn't until about 11-12 years that the majority of tweens can reach the soap/shampoo, or feel when all of the shampoo has been rinsed out. Hence the answer to “When can they safely shower on their own and get truly clean?” is: It depends on the particular child. Some can do this at the age of 7/8 years, and some can't until age 15 years. But the majority of tweens will successfully accomplish these tasks at about age 12 years. When to use the microwave, or oven by themselves is more a question of when can the tween not get burnt, and not burn down the house. No tween should take something hot from the microwave if the microwave is above head level. The risk of spills and burns is high. No tween should take anything out of a hot oven, unless s/he has been taught and tested on how to turn on/off the oven, how to use oven mitts, and what to do in case of a fire. Even then, the tween's maturity level needs to be taken into consideration. The goal is for the tween to be “safely independent”. What about staying home alone, or staying in the car without an adult? When can a parent leave children/ tweens? For how long? The answers to these questions are also going to have an age range of what is safe, differing for individual children and families. There are however,

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state laws in effect, that vary per state across the U.S. In Missouri, for example, there is no statute that says when a child can stay home alone, BUT the Children’s Division Abuse/Neglect Hotline takes reports of children under age 8 who are left alone in the home, with a face to face safety check held within 3 hours. In Illinois, which has the strictest law, a child must be at least 14 years old to stay home alone. In Kansas, a child must be at least 6 years old to stay home alone. Can a tween stay alone in a car? Again, for Missouri, law 568.052 states that leaving a child or tween (ages 10 years or younger) unattended in a motor vehicle who causes an accident has first and second-degree penalties, whereby “unattended” refers to a child who is not accompanied by an individual age 14 years or older. There is no penalty if a child of any age left alone in the car does NOT cause an accident. However, if a bystander calls the police, the officer can write a ticket or call protective services if there is an immediate danger to the child/tween in the car, e.g. excessive heat exposure, long length of time alone, etc. Knowing that there is no law stating when is too young for a child/tween to stay home alone in Missouri, when can a tween babysit? The American Red Cross, as well as the local childrens’ hospitals have babysitting classes for kids ages 11- 15 years. Certainly, it needs to be made clear that it is not just the age, but the maturity of the tween who wants to babysit that needs to be considered. Further interest? http://www.kidsandcars.org/state-laws.html http://www.webmd.com/parenting/home-alone-or-watchingyounger-siblings http://www.latchkey-kids.com/latchkey-kids-age-limits.htm

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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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When Stanley Met Gloria The excitement was palpable. Throngs of people walked single file through metal detectors, forming a sea of blue as far as the eye could see. It was June 12, 2019 at the Enterprise Center, and St. Louisans of all ages, incomes, neighborhoods, occupations, political convictions, and yes, high schools merged together in a unified quest… to win the Stanley Cup for the first time. After all, the Blues were the oldest active NHL team to have never won the Stanley Cup. Together we held our collective breath and hoped for victory. My son and I screamed so loud we were afraid we would lose our voices. Each goal brought cheers and celebration, and high fives were exchanged abundantly with surrounding fans. Fast friends were made with whomever was in close proximity as the Blues decimated their opponent. And even though the ice in front of us was unused, there were no empty seats. All eyes were riveted upward to the broadcast of the game. Leaving the arena, Gloria was blasting in

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each car, windows down, jubilance filling the air. In a world full of division and intolerance, sports can act as a thread which weaves everyone together— at least for that moment in time. Nelson Mandela said in 2000: “Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where there was only despair.” Regardless of background or beliefs, the Blues’ victory elevated our St. Louis pride. All across the area people were temporarily linked as we celebrated the journey from last place to first. No matter what sport or which team, sports can act as a powerful force to bring people together. Perhaps, even in today’s divided world, they can be a guide to transcending differences and building a more connected community.

Go Team Go! I hope you enjoy these PJ Library books about sports:

Flying High

Written by Julian Edelman Illustrated by David Leonard

Ages: 5 to 6 Years

Jules the squirrel wants to play football, but the eagle, buffalo, and bear tell him he's all wrong for the game. But then the goat tells him that a wise person once said, "If you will it, it is no dream." Jules decides to work hard and give it his best shot, despite all the discouragement. And guess what happens?

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Only one thing stands between victory for Ben and his soccer team: a school bully who torments Ben. Feeling misunderstood by those who love him most, Ben finds an unexpected friend in his grandfather.

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Asking the Question I made a promise to myself the next time my 11-year-old daughter was invited to a new friend’s house, I would ask the question. No matter how awkward I felt, no matter how concerned I was the parents would think I was weird, I told

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myself I had to follow through and ask the question.

he opportunity finally came just a few months ago, when I was handed an invitation for a birthday party for a new classmate of my daughter’s.

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Before I dialed the number, I did a few practice sessions, preparing for the call and running through how I would ask the question. Breathing deeply, I called the number listed for the RSVP on the invitation. The mom answered. After some small talk, I came out and just said, “I need to ask you if you have any guns in your home and if so, how are they stored? I am a pediatric trauma nurse and too many children are injured and killed playing with guns they find in the home.” She immediately responded, “Oh no, we don’t have any guns. I’m scared of guns, I see what happens on the news.” We continued to chat and any awkwardness I had felt quickly dissipated. Injuries from firearms can occur in many ways. At St. Louis Children’s Hospital, we see a large number of patients with firearm injuries and approximately

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30 percent of the patients are injured accidentally. My daughter went to her friend’s house and had a fun birthday party doing what 11-year-olds do - watch movies, do makeovers, and eat a lot of junk food. We talked beforehand about what to do if she felt uncomfortable or unsafe while there, but I sent her to the party with a little more confidence than if I hadn’t asked the question. If you have a gun in your home, safe storage strategies include: Store it unloaded Keep ammunition in a separate location Use a trigger lock or gun lock Teach children what to do when they see a gun - do not touch and tell an adult. You can find these strategies in addition to other Home Safety Checklist at www. StLouisChildrens.org/health-resources/ pulse/home-safety-checklist.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

TEEN

ROOM A T E S With the college application process over for this past year’s seniors, and ready to start for this coming year’s seniors, one source of anxiety and stress for students who are living away from home is “Roommate Selection”.

Many parents remember that when they went to school, roommates were chosen rather randomly, without regard even to smoking status. Women roomed with women, and men with men, regardless of religion, culture, language, race, sexual preference or identity. Learning to share a small space with just “anyone” is one of the biggest stressors for students transitioning from high school to college/university. There is even a correlation between roommate compatibility and successfully graduating. Understanding that a bad living situation, with a roommate that is not well-matched, can lead to academic, mental-health, and even physical problems, many Departments of Residential Living are looking for ways of improving their roommate selection process.

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Now there is a range of processes that colleges and universities use, and it is a good idea to ask the schools you are applying to which method they employ. Some parents wonder if the random selection isn’t still best because it supposedly encourages teens to work towards understanding someone who is different. Others point out that randomly pairing people rarely works in creating healthy, productive relationships. Regardless of how the selection process determines who shares a living space, most schools have guidelines that each freshman gets, along with a Residential Advisor who is supposed to help with the transition and conflict resolution.

Some school’s roommate selection methods include: Offer a short preference questionnaire with roommates chosen based on compatibility scale for that measure. (Still very random.) Allow students to choose a location on campus, and a room type, matching within these filters. Use a computer program they internally, design to aid their Residential Life Department staff. Utilize an independent company’s computer program, like RoomSync, which uses social media like Facebook, to help students of a university/ college self-select their roommates based on common interests and mutual “friends”. (Not random, and empowers the student.)

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Betty Buckle Met a Crumbled Cobbler on a Crisp Afternoon 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

Rather than wasting food, I try to find simple, clever and tasty ways to use the less than desirable produce I find lingering in my refrigerator. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not talking about the brown bananas that are great for banana bread or the soggy, wilty and stinky spinach that needs to go straight to compost. But, that extra produce that is past its freshest point or has become wrinkly and lost its appeal.

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The once fresh, plump blueberries turned

wrinkly, hard blueberries that no one was eating anymore, were a perfect addition in homemade waffle batter. The blueberries cooked in the waffles became juicy again and added a fun, fresh summer flavor to otherwise ordinary waffles. No one scrunched up their nose or said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;eww, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not eating thoseâ&#x20AC;?. Next up, 2 sad looking peaches meet 1 leftover jalapeno, 3 not-tooattractive tomatoes, Âź starting- to-dry-out onion, and Â˝ can of unused black beans in a spicy bowl of salsa for a little fiesta! Then there were the nectarines that were left smooshed in a lunch box for a few days, those became a strawberry-nectarine crisp. Those less than perfect fresh summer fruits are versatile for desserts or wonderful

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sauces or sweet-savory combinations, such as:

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Fruit in grilled cheese sandwiches (think blackberries with a mild cheese like fontina, Havarti, or fresh mozzarella) Peach and red onion salad topped over meats Grilled pineapple and avocado with fresh mixed green salad Blueberry or plum glazed ribs or grilled chicken

I have a go-to cookbook I like, its old school, but it’s reliable and many of the recipes I easily adapt with healthier or modified ingredients. When I was trying to decide if I wanted to use those nectarines for sweet or savory recipe, I found myself in a slump over the various buckles, bettys and crumble recipes from which to choose. At the beginning of the summer my aunt was so excited to share a blackberry slump she made, which sounded rather unpleasant and honestly it just looked and tasted like a cobbler when she served it. This got me thinking about the actual distinctions between these various fruit dessert concoctions. I decided a handy reference guide was worth sharing so that the next time you are on a quest to use all your less-thanfresh summer fruits to the fullest, you can try one of these healthy, easy dishes.

Betty

A fruit dessert topped with buttered bread crumbs and then baked until golden

Buckle

Tender cake, generally baked with fresh berries inside or on the bottom of the cake

Cobbler

A fruit dessert made with a top crust of pastry or biscuit dough. The dough can be a single layer or cut into “biscuits”, and placed on top of the fruit, to resemble a cobbles.

Crisp

A fruit dessert containing a mixture of sugar, flour, butter, and sometimes nuts that are sprinkled on top of the fruit and baked until “crisp”.

Crumble

The English version of a crisp, with oats added to the topping. It’s usually a crunchier texture because oats (and adds a bit more healthy fiber, too).

Pandowdy

This fruit dessert is a step up from a cobbler and made with very ripe fruit. Because the fruit is so ripe, it is very juicy and the crust is pushed down into the fruit to absorb the juice, which is a technique called “dowdying”.

Slump

If slump doesn’t make you excited, you can also call this a “grunt”- yeah, that’s so much better! But you can make this a fun recipe with kids who will get a kick out of the names and sounds it makes when cooking. The names come from the dish because it slumps on the plate and the fruit seems to grunt as it cooks. This fruit dessert is also similar to a cobbler, but is cooked in a cast-iron skillet on a cooktop. A very thick biscuit is spooned on top of the simmering fruit.

References: 1. The Ultimate Southern Living Cookbook. 1998. Oxmoor house Publisher. 2. 41 non-dessert ways to eat your fruit this summer. www.huffpost.com/entry/savory-summer-fruit-recipes_n_1739198

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randparents often think about what they can pass down to the younger generations that will be helpful. They wonder what they can do to make life easier. Short of pre-paying for funeral expenses, which are morbid realities, there are so many positive ways of helping! First, some definitions: Legacy: A gift or a bequest, that is handed down, endowed or conveyed from one person to another, typically from one generation to a younger one. This is an inheritance of some kind.

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FROM THE

CONCIERGE’S DESK

Is My Pet Choking or Coughing? Recently a reader asked about what to do if a puppy might have swallowed a toy, and it hadn’t passed. Another reader asked about dogs and coughing. We asked a local, expert veterinarian, Dr. Douglas S. Pernikoff for some help.

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The presentation for either choking or coughing can be difficult to differentiate in pets. Medical conditions like kennel cough (Tracheobronchitis), a collapsing trachea, a reverse sneeze, a true foreign body in the throat region, or lower along the intestinal tract, enlarged tonsils, pneumonia and more, can ALL present with both a gagging and an actual coughing response. The very first and most important points to make are:

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Do NOT put your fingers into the mouth, as you are more likely to receive a

bite than you are to discover a diagnosis.

Do NOT try to induce vomiting if you suspect a foreign object like a

toy or a ball. You might threaten your pet’s well-being this way.

The best thing to do is to take your pet to the vet’s office, or to the emergency clinic if after

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hours. The staff there are best equipped to assess and respond to any true choking, or blockage scenarios. The best thing for a pet owner to offer, is a good history. For example, how long has the choking, gagging, or cough symptom been going on? Did it start suddenly, or was this ongoing for a few days? Does the pet present these symptoms after eating, or just randomly and intermittently? Has your pet boarded or groomed recently; or been hospitalized for another condition? (These are all situations where a dog can be exposed to kennel cough, or where a cat might come in contact with an upper respiratory virus.) Do you see a discharge accompanying the gag/cough action? The above symptoms can represent many common syndromes in cats or dogs. Cats are notorious for ingesting string-like

objects. Your vet will check the mouth region and lift the tongue to see whether such an object is lying alongside the bottom border. Hairballs are another consideration in cats.

regrow. In the meanwhile, the airway is more like a slick tube that is unable to filter away material. That will tickle the tube and cause cough or gag symptoms.

Dogs may present for all the reasons mentioned above or any of the common conditions below:

Heart Diseases: Dogs and Cats can also

Tracheal Collapse is a condition most often seen in small breeds. The tracheal air tube is rigid over the majority of its circumference, but has a band running along its top surface that is something like a soft flexible band of tissue. In certain animals they can be genetically prone to a weak membrane that collapses downward, bringing the walls of the tracheal tube along with it as the animal breathes in air (inspires). This action feels like choking and the pet may become immediately scared and fearful, exaggerating the event. It is best to hold and comfort the dog at this time. Kennel Cough is an inflammatory or

infectious condition of the inner lining of the tracheal tube. Normally the lining has many microscopic hair-like structures called “cilia” that help to filter entering material back out of the airway. Kennel Cough will cause these cilia to be wiped out, and they take time to

suffer from heart diseases that also present similarly, depending on the type and degree of the condition. The bottom line is that it is always best to allow your veterinarian to assess and determine the condition at hand. In the event of an obvious and very apparent choking condition that causes your pet to faint, the best and immediate response is to carefully wedge the mouth open and pull the tongue out as you concurrently extend the neck. This will optimize the airway as you immediately transport your pet to the vet’s office. Feel free to contact me at my email with further questions or concerns!!! Fondly, Dr. Doug Pernikoff Clarkson-Wilson Veterinary Clinic Vet Pet Rescue dpernikoff@gmail.com

Dr. Doug Pernikoff “Dr. Doug”, is a 1975 honors graduate of the University of Missouri, College of Agriculture. Dr. Doug attended the University of Missouri Veterinary College and received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1981, with special honors awards including the Adrian J. Durant Avian Medicine Award, and elected membership into the Phi Zeta Veterinary Honors Society. After participating in a small animal internship at the Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital in Santa Ana, California, he returned to St. Louis to participate in a residency program in Zoologic Veterinary Medicine at the St. Louis Zoo, in partnership with the University of Missouri Veterinary College. Dr. Doug followed with graduate studies in Anthropology at Washington University, St. Louis. He has worked in small animal medicine and surgery; emergency and laboratory animal medicine and research; in zoo medicine and as a worldwide conservation veterinarian through his role with the Wildlife Preservation Trust and the Jersey Wildlife Trust. He has lectured, published, taught and participated in field research around the world, with special interests in primates, elephants, tapirs and more. Dr Doug was a co-founder in the Center for Conservation Medicine, established at Tuft’s College of Veterinary Medicine. He is the only state veterinarian certified as a rescue organization in the State of Missouri, having established the Vet-Pet Rescue Organization that functions through his established, ClarksonWilson Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Doug also serves as the Consulting Veterinarian for the World Bird Sanctuary, caring for raptors, parrots, and many unusual exotic species.

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Bar & Bat Mitzvah Etiquette Several readers have asked about the Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Here are some frequently asked questions and answers. As with many things, there are a lot of accepted variations even within the Jewish community. All of the answers in this article were gathered from different rabbis, shuls, and professionals in field that work at these events. Q: What is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah?

Q: What is respectful or rude?

A: “Bar” refers to a boy, while “Bat” refers to a girl. The

A: There are several things that are rude/respectful:

Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony marks the age of when fullfledged adult roles in the community can be held, such as leading the congregation in prayer, being morally responsible for their own actions, and being called to read from the Torah. This is a “coming of age” ceremony.

Q: When does it happen? A: By Jewish law, at the age of 13 years, a boy is no

longer considered a minor, and is responsible for fulfilling the Torah’s commandments and mitzvot. For girls, it is at the age of 12 or 13 years. The obligation is automatic for most Jewish teens, in that even if a person does not have a celebration or special ceremony, they are still a Bar/Bat Mitzvah.

Q: What should I expect? A: There is almost always a “Being called up to the

Torah to read” as well as other active roles. The service ranges in length from 1- 3 hours, and is often followed by a kiddush snack or luncheon for the entire congregation. Some of the service is often in English, and some in Hebrew.

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When going to a synagogue or temple for the Shabbat service, all cell phones and electronics should be turned off. It is very rude for a cell phone to be on or used. There should be no pictures taken during the service by the guests. For boys and men, they should take a kippah/ yarmulke and put it on their heads during the service. This shows tremendous respect. It can be returned afterwards. During the service, the guests should be quiet and attentive. Although the service may not all be in English, it shows wonderful respect to stand when everyone else is standing, and to remain quiet. It is important to stay at your seat, and not run back and forth in, or between, the rows. After the service, there is often a receiving line. That is the appropriate time to congratulate the Bar/Bat Mitzvah and the parents. It is considered rude to scream out during the service, unless you are asked to do so..

Mazel tov! It is considered rude, and possibly against the rules of the synagogue to give the gift at the service. If you are attending the celebration following, that is the better time to give the gift. It is respectful for the boys to wear slacks, collared shirt and tie, and for the girls to be in dresses or skirts that are at the knee or longer, with shoulders covered too. (The party attire can be different.)”

Q: Is there always a big party? A:

After the ceremony, which is cause for celebration, some families celebrate by going on a trip, while others celebrate by throwing a party that is on the same scale as a wedding. Every level of celebration can be found, depending on the family. It is just important to remember that regardless of how the occasion is celebrated, the importance of the party is secondary to that of the ceremony.

Q: What gift should I give?

90% of the gifts given are monetary, and in denominations of 18. The number 18, known as “chai”, is a “good luck” number. Hence many people will give $36, $72, etc., per person attending. There will always be a box, or person to give the card, gift, and envelope to. The other 10% is often something Judaica, or with special sentimental meaning. Typically, similar to with a wedding, invited guests figure out roughly how much the meal is, and base the gift on that (within reason). For example if a family of 4 gets invited to, and attends, a Bat Mitzvah with the dinner costing $60 per plate, they might give a gift of $200- $250. If the invitee is especially close to the Bar/Bat Mitzvah family, more can be given. This is not meant to be an exhaustive detailing of all information, but just a guide that can lead to more questions and discussion.

A: This is the question that many people feel

uncomfortable asking, but they REALLY want to know the answer. Unfortunately, it is one of the hardest answers because of differences within the Jewish communities. Here are some general guidelines:

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Picture this: I am at the car dealership with my wife and two of my daughters. We wanted to buy a particular car. Another couple was looking at the same car. As I was watching, the husband walked away. The wife was still negotiating but looked less happy. I said to my wife and daughters, “They are not going to buy that car. We have a shot.” My family looked at me, and said, “How can you tell? They are still talking and negotiating.”

We have heard over and over again, “Lead

that my family thought I was a brilliant mind-

by example.” However, as a dad, I cannot

reader, or had super human hearing, just ask

stress enough how many naturally-occurring

my wife! It was, instead, the conversations

situations have come up that have allowed

that followed for the next few days. When

me to show the children what I meant. Now,

the other couple was talking with the

our children are older, and they are starting

salesman, I was paying close attention to

to use the lessons my wife and I have taught

the body language of the 3 people, the

them from when they were younger. Even

relationship cues, and the frustration levels.

recently, one of our children told me how she used the tools of being attentive and

Some of the most important lessons, my

invested in the situation at hand, to create a

wife and I have taught our children, starting

positive outcome.

DADDY

The important part of this situation was not

& ME

Five minutes after the woman walked away, the salesman came over to us, and said, “Well, it looks like they are not going to buy this car. Did you say that you were interested in it?”

ANDREW OBERMAN Andy and his wife Rhonda have 5 children: Stuart and his wife Rae, Samara, Jayme and Marni. He has been an active member of B’nai Amoona since 1994, and is the retiring board president. He is actively involved in children’s charities in the

from when they were very young, included

St. Louis area and has been an active

that it is crucial to develop an attention to

We see our children using these lessons

details and relationships. It is crucial to be

learned as young adults in the decisions

honest and gracious, and that it is imperative

they are making, and in how they interact

to be vested with both feet fully in!

with their friends and family. We are very

member of the Masonic fraternity. In his spare time, Andy enjoys golf, and loves spending time with his family.

proud parents. As parents, we know that we want our children to be kind, true to their feelings, and for them to think before they speak.

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We also greatly appreciate all of our advertisers! Please join us in patronizing their businesses. Air Comfort Service Artisans in THE LOOP Baby-Kid Expo West County Belsono Hearing B'nai Amoona Breadsmith Buoyant Float Spa Cafe Coeur Camp GUCI Camp Ramah Capstone Franchise Consulting Car-Doc Automotive Chabad St. Louis Challah Bake STL College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors The College School Craft Central Cub Creek Camp The Curious Crafter Shelley Dean, Rhythm & Ruach,

Kidding Around Yoga

The Dapper Doughnut Dippin’ Dots Easy Baby Travel Edible Arrangements The Elder & Estate Planning Law Firm Eyewearhaus Shanon Forseter Gateway to Dreams Govero Salons & Spa Herzl Camp Hilton Frontenac

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Home Instead Senior Care Imagine Arts Academy Jasper Agency Jewish Federation of St Louis Just Dancing Just-In-Time Professional Services K&R Certified Public Accountants Karuna Kohn's Kokomo Joe’s Laurie's Shoes Marty Levison & Sherri Welner,

Coldwell Banker, Gundaker

The Little Medical School Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool Mad Science Metro Foot Specialists Midwest Softwash Miriam Academy Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School MMC Construction and Remodeling, LLC The Muny Olivia’s Cleaning Services On the Run Mobil Olympia Gymnastics Organizing Magic Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal Personal Care Cleaners PJ Library Poké Munch Princess Awesome Project MEGSSS

Rise Martial Arts Easy Circumcision/

Rabbi Mike Rovinsky

Schnucks Markets School Music USA Serendipity Ice Cream Shaare Emeth Sophia's Jewelry Studio St. Louis Academy of Dance St Louis Children's Hospital St. Louis Pen Show St. Louis Star Ball St. Louis University Shred 415 Stages Performing Arts Academy Sunshine Entertainment Group Taste of St. Louis Team Ted Temple Israel Tour de Fun Traditional Congregation Ultimate Ninjas Videocakes Productions Washington University School

of Medicine

Washington University

Summer Experiences

Shana Watkins Photography Weight Watchers West County School of Music Whitfield School

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Open Play at the J

Ballroom Dance Lessons

Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment.

Join 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!

Seniors

7/1 10:30am-11:30am

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

Tween/Teen

Special $1 meals at Crown Center Dining Room

7/1 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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Urban Fort Play Cafe

7/1 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.

Jewish

1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 AND UNDER PER CHILD

Knit Night at The Curious Crafter

7/1 6pm-8:30pm

Schools & Synagogues

Come knit, crochet, spin, or work on any fiber-related craft, with us! Friendly crafters talking and crafting together, regardless of level, age or gender!

13035 OLIVE BLVD, SUITE 208, 63141 FREE

Israeli Folk Dancing

CALENDAR

7/1 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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Tuesday

7/2 6pm-6:45pm

236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

Story Time

7/2 10am-10:30am Ages 3-5yrs. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

Free Tuesdays at the Butterfly House

7/2 10am-12pm Come see what is going on! Due to high attendance, strollers are not permitted on free Tuesdays. 15193 OLIVE BLVD. 63017 FREE

Tot Time at Manchester Aquatic Center

7/2 10am-11:45am Ages 6 yrs and under. Play in our Baby Pool area! 359 OLD MERAMEC STATION RD 63021 VARIES, $2-3 PER PERSON

Tower Grove Farmers Market

7/2 4pm-7pm Wonderful local food and artisan products. Come check it out! TOWER GROVE PARK FREE ADMISSION

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Laumeier Sculpture Park 7/3

8am - sundown

Laumeier offers several walking pathways and trail hikes for a variety of ages and abilities. See the beautiful artwork along your hike. 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 FREE FOR OUTSIDE PATHS

Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo

7/3 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.

Museum of Transportation

7/3 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.

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

St Louis Carousel at Faust Park

7/3 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.

Whitaker Music Festival

7/3 5pm-7pm Mardra and Reggie Thomas. Openair Wednesday evening concerts under the stars. Visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic supper, baskets or coolers. Please limit glass.Picnic fare, beer, wine, soda and sno-cones are also available for purchase on-site. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS FREE

Thursday

14th Annual Blueberry Festival

7/4 9am-1pm Tasting Day and Kids' Fun Day! Magic House, Bubble Bus, face painting, sno cones, cookie decorating, kids' crafts, and more! DAILY BREAD BAKERY AND CAFE. 11719 MANCHESTER RD. 63131 VARIES

Science Center

7/4 10am-6pm Planetarium show "The Little Star That Could", Chicken Chat in GROW, Dino Chat, and more! 5050 OAKLAND AVENUE, 63110 VARIES

Webster Groves Community Days

7/4 11am-11pm Parade, Musical Entertainment, Fireworks, and more (Carnival and food for purchase.) See website for detailed info.

THE FAIRGROUNDS ARE LOCATED AT 40 ACRES, JUST SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 44 AND ELM, IN WEBSTER GROVES. VARIES

Ladies' Knight

7/4 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108

Saturday

Friday

Open Play at the J

7/5 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 7/5

Call for times!

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

Get Cooking in Your Library

7/6 2pm-3pm Learn about foods from all over the globe, find vintage recipes in newspaper databases, and practice your culinary skills using free video courses. The libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection of resources will help you become a master chef in no time. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

7/6 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.

11645 LADUE RD 63141

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Chair Yoga

Museum of Transportation

7/5 11am-11:45am Led by Maxine Mirowitz RYT-500, the focus of the class is on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress reduction.

HELD IN COVENANT PLACE BOHM SOCIAL HALL. CLASSES ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Shaw Nature Reserve

7/5 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

Soulard Farmer's Market

7/5 7am-5pm A St. Louis tradition for 200 years. Come find local treats! 730 CARROLL STREET FREE ADMISSION

7/6 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.

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

Schaefer's Hobby Shop Stay and Play

7/6 1pm-4pm Every Saturday and Sunday we will feature a new make and take, demo or class. 11659 GRAVOIS RD., 63126 FREE

30 Trails in 30 minutes

7/6 9am-5pm Did you know that St. Louis County Parks offers a program devoted to promoting fun, family, and a healthy lifestyle? Our 30/30 Hikes Program designates 30 trails all over the St. Louis County area that take approximately 30 minutes to complete. WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/ PARKSANDRECREATION/TRAILS/ 30-30HIKESPROGRAM FREE

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Sunday Keeper Talks

7/7 9am-10am

Seniors

Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat. WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE

Sunday Chess Classes 7/7

starting from 1 pm

Tween/Teen

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

7/7 1pm-4pm Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries.

Secular

ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR

EyeSeeMe Story time

7/7 2pm-3pm African American/Multicultural Sunday StoryTime for All Children 7827 OLIVE BLVD. 63130 FREE

Jewish

Holocaust Museum and Learning Center

7/7 10:30am Free, guided tours occur every Sunday

Schools & Synagogues

12 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DRIVE, 63146 FREE

Monday Open Play at the J

7/8 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 STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

Mail Merge

7/8 6:30pm-8:30pm Insert information from a Microsoft Office Word 2016 table or Excel spreadsheet to produce personalized multiple labels and letters. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

St Louis Zoo

7/8 8am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Knit Night at The Curious Crafter

7/8 6pm-8:30pm

Ballroom Dance Lessons

7/9 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

Duct tape Creations

7/9 6pm-7:30pm Ages 12-17 years. Create some out of this world masterpieces with duct tape! ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: LEWIS AND CLARK BRANCH FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Storytelling in the Museum

7/9 10:10am-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 Hats off to You! MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE

Golf the Galleries

7/9 12pm-8pm Tee off at The Sheldon this summer at "Golf the Galleries," a playable, artist-designed, nine-hole mini golf installation!

Israeli Folk Dancing

Lunch and Learn "Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers)"

13035 OLIVE BLVD, SUITE 208, 63141 FREE

7/8 8:30pm-11pm

MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

3648 WASHINGTON BLVD, ST. 63108 VARIES $4-$10 PER PERSON.

7/9 11:30am-1pm Join Mimi David for this monthly class where you'll discover the Torah's views on ethics and interpersonal relationships. Timeless wisdom for living! The class is free but there is a charge for lunch if you want to order from the cafe'. CIRCLE@CROWN CAFE', 8350 DELCREST DR. 63124

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Come knit, crochet, spin, or work on any fiber-related craft, with us! Friendly crafters talking and crafting together, regardless of level, age or gender!

Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! We now have a beginner's class!

CALENDAR

Tuesday

Wednesday Google Docs

7/10 2pm-4pm Use Google Docs to create, edit and format documents. Printing and saving in the Internet cloud, using Google Drive will also be covered. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Mars Rover Challenge

7/10 6:30pm-7:30pm Ages 12-17. Create a Sphero-powered rover and navigate a Mars obstacle course. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Water Waddlers

7/10 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

7/10 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine! DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124

314.824.8224. For more information call our store or visit us on-line www.dimvaloo.com

Whitaker Music Festival

7/10 5pm-7pm Boomtown United. Open-air Wednesday evening concerts under the stars. Visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic supper, baskets or coolers. Please limit glass. Picnic fare, beer, wine, soda and snocones are also available for purchase on-site.

Thursday Toddler Yoga

7/11 9:30am-10am Toddler yoga classes, presented by Complete Harmony Yoga instructors. Classes are open to children and their caregivers. 8765 EULALIE AVE 63144 FREE

Throw Back Thursdays

7/11 10am-11:30am Children will be engaged in a variety of activities related to the people who lived at White Haven in the 19th century or to the National Park Service. Program topics will vary each week. 7400 GRANT RD, 63123 FREE

Free Slurpee Day at Seven Eleven

7/11 11am-7pm Come celebrate at participating locations with a free slurpee!

Ladies' Knight

7/11 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108

Learning Re-Imagined: University City School District

7/11 6:30pm-8pm This event is ideal for parents considering the District as well as residents and real estate agents. Meet Board members, Students and Superintendent Dr. Hardin-Bartley. Light refreshments provided. Online registration preferred, but not required. 8101 STANFORD AVE. 63130 FREE. WWW.UCITYSCHOOLS. ORG/UBELONG71119

Friday

Open Play at the J

7/12 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

Saturday File Management

7/13 9:30am-11:30am Learn how to organize, backup, copy, move and delete documents and other computer files. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Soulard Farmer's Market

Chair Yoga

7/12 11am-11:45am Led by Maxine Mirowitz RYT-500, the focus of the class is on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress reduction. HELD IN COVENANT PLACE BOHM SOCIAL HALL. CLASSES ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Laser Tag

7/12 5pm-11pm All You Can Play Laser Tag

KOKOMO JOE'S, 4105 N. CLOVERLEAF DR., ST PETERS $9.99 PER PERSON

Lone Elk Park

7/13 7am-5pm A St. Louis tradition for 200 years. Come find local treats! 730 CARROLL STREET FREE ADMISSION

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

7/13 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Pollinator Pantry

7/13 1pm

7/12 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

Jungle BoogieCree Rider Family Band

7/12 5pm-8pm Cree Rider Family Band is known for their original compositions, as well as an array of country covers. Fans of Uncle Tupelo, Waylon Jennings, Gram Parsons or Neil Young will enjoy this music.

Join MaryAnn Fink. St. Louis County Parks Pollinator Pantry ambassador as she shows how to "bee choosy" at finding pollinator food plants for your garden or containers using the 2019 Pollinator Pantry guide. SUGAR CREEK GARDENS, 1011 N. WOODLAWN, 63122 FREE

Museum of Transportation

7/13 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars. 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS FREE

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Crown CenterEverything Yiddish

7/14 1pm-5pm

COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

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

Berry Picking

Castlewood State Park

Ballroom Dance Lessons

Seniors Tween/Teen

Sunday Chess Classes 7/14

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

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

Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum

7/14 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

Free Family Days at Laumeier

7/14 2pm-4pm Shuffle between art and music for the ultimate self-expression! Work alongside our 2019 Kranzberg Exhibition artist Carlos Zamora, with projects that engage in the storytelling, mood and rhythm found in art and music. 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 FREE

7/15 7am - one half hour after sunset Hiking and mountain biking trails that range from those great for first-time and for the most experienced riders. Good fishing, broad meadows filled with wildlife, and plenty of recreational facilities. Come for an adventure or just to get away. 1401 KIEFER CREEK RD, 63021 FREE

Read and Play

7/15 10am-11am Ages 0-5. Fun activities that will help your little one build early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

Knit Night at The Curious Crafter

7/15 6pm-8:30pm Come knit, crochet, spin, or work on any fiber-related craft, with us! Friendly crafters talking and crafting together, regardless of level, age or gender!

13035 OLIVE BLVD, SUITE 208, 63141 FREE

Mamas in Pajamas

7/15 8:30pm Too tired at night to go out, but feel like you need more spirituality in your life?Learn something meaningful and inspiring from the comfort of your own home with Mimi David. DIAL 605-472-5814, THEN ENTER ACCESS CODE 126-753-373 FREE

CALENDAR

Israeli Folk Dancing

7/15 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

JUL 2019

Middle Grade Makers: Candy Creations

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

Lakeview Farms. Call ahead to see what we have.

Secular

7/15 10:30am-11:30am

7/16 6pm-7pm

7/14 7:30am

Jewish

Open Play at the J

Tuesday

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

A Community Event to celebrate all things Yiddish â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the language, the culture, the music, the food.

Schools & Synagogues

Monday

St. Louis Jewish Parents

Ages 9- 12. Learn how to use ordinary drugstore candy to make awesome creations.

7/16 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

2 year old story time

7/16 10am-11am Ages 24-36 months. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE

Storytelling in the Museum

7/16 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 Sea Creatures. MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE

BABA

7/16 6:30pm-8:30pm Baking at Bais Abe! All are invited as we bake desserts for Bais Abe programs, kiddushes, and lunch and learns. Share your baking tips and learn some new recipes! Submit your pareve or vegan dessert recipes and ideas to be included in the rotation. 6910 DELMAR BOULEVARD, 63130 FREE, BUT RSVP TO KALANIT@BAISABE.COM

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Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Excel 1

Lone Elk Park

Baby-n-Me Classes

Tie-Dye Your Own T-Shirt

7/17 9:30am-11:30am

7/18 7:30am-10pm

Learn the basics of navigating a spreadsheet, including entering, editing and deleting data using Microsoft Office Excel 2016.

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.

Ages 12-17 yrs. Materials, t-shirts and one-on-one instruction will be provided by Ben Goeke.

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

7/19 10am-11:30am

11645 LADUE RD 63141 FREE

1 LONE ELK PARK RD, 63088 FREE

Open Play at the J

Alien Art

St Louis Science Center

7/17 6pm-6:55pm

7/18 9:30am-4:30pm

Ages 12-17. Learn how to do string art and create your own alien.

We put the element of fun into science.

Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED. CALL 314-9943300

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) 7/17 7pm-8pm Ages 12-18. Join our Teen Advisory Group to share ideas, meet friends and earn community service hours!

5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE

Balloon Jam at Denny's

7/18 5:30pm-9pm Attendees practice balloon animals and share ideas on how to make them. If you have a pump and balloons, bring them, or you can borrow some at the jam. Many people come eat, and then the twisting starts at 6:30pm.

7/19 10:30am-11:30am

JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE

Chair Yoga

Guided tours, animal experiences, nature center, wildlife hospital, and more!

Museum of Transportation

7/17 9:30am-10:30am

7/18 6:30pm-7:30pm

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

Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

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

7/17 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

Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.

World Bird Sanctuary

Ladies' Knight

Water Waddlers

7/20 8am-12pm

Led by Maxine Mirowitz RYT-500, the focus of the class is on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress reduction.

Story Time at Eckerts

ECKERT'S COUNTRY STORE AND FARMS 951 S GREEN MOUNT RD, BELLEVILLE, ILLINOIS 62220 FREE

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

7/19 11am-11:45am

12319 DORSETT ROAD, 63043 FREE

CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108

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

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

HELD IN COVENANT PLACE BOHM SOCIAL HALL. CLASSES ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

7/20 2pm-3pm

7/19 9am-4pm 2933 BARRETT STATION 63122 $8 FOR 13 YEARS+, $5 FOR CHILDREN

Third Fridays at 3rd Degree Glass Studio

7/19 6pm-10pm Enjoy great food from local caterers and food trucks, listen to live music as you discover local glass artists, and more! 5200 DELMAR BLVD 63108 FREE

7/20 8am-5pm

125 BALD EAGLE RIDGE RD., 63088 FREE

Cahokia Mounds

7/20 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.

Spaceship Earth

7/20 10am-11am Ages 3-12 yrs. Presented by WildHeart. Take a ride on a musical spaceship and meet a not-so-alien backyard critter on your exploration. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

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Open Play at the J

Ballroom Dance Lessons

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.

Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and families, where you play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment.

Join 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!

Seniors Tween/Teen

WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/ PARKSANDRECREATION/TRAILS/3030HIKESPROGRAM FREE

Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum

7/21 1pm-4pm Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries.

ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR

Sunday Chess Classes

Secular

7/21

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

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

EyeSeeMe Story time

Jewish

7/21 2pm-3pm African American/Multicultural Sunday StoryTime for All Children 7827 OLIVE BLVD. 63130 FREE

Holocaust Museum and Learning Center

7/21 10:30am Free, guided tours occur every Sunday

CALENDAR

12 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DRIVE, 63146 FREE

7/22 10:30am-11:30am

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

Bring Your Own: iPad and iPhone Basics

7/22 6:30pm-8:30pm Learn basic features of iPads and iPhones, use the touchscreen, connect to Wi-Fi, use apps and the App Store. Devices will not be provided. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

St Louis Zoo

7/22 8am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education. 1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Urban Fort Play Cafe

7/22 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.

1854 RUSSELL BLVD, 63104 VARIES, $8 & UNDER PER CHILD

Knit Night at The Curious Crafter

7/22 6pm-8:30pm Come knit, crochet, spin, or work on any fiber-related craft, with us! Friendly crafters talking and crafting together, regardless of level, age or gender! 13035 OLIVE BLVD, SUITE

208, 63141 FREE

Israeli Folk Dancing

7/22 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

JUL 2019

Tuesday

30 Trails in 30 minutes

7/21 9am-5pm

Schools & Synagogues

Monday

St. Louis Jewish Parents

7/23 6pm-6:45pm

236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo

7/23 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.

Purina Farms

7/23 9:30am-3:30pm Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore! 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE

Storytelling in the Museum

7/23 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 Dinomania MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE

St Louis Carousel at Faust Park

7/23 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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Story Time at Eckerts

7/24 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

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Open Play at the J

Sewtastic Summer

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.

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 8-11. Drop in to any of these two-hour sessions this summer to learn how to sew a simple item.

7/25 9am-5pm

ONE BUSCH PLACE. ST. LOUIS, MO 63118 FREE, BUT HAS ADD-ONS

St Louis Science Center

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.

We put the element of fun into science.

THE LODGE DES PERES , 1050 DES PERES RD. VARIES $5/$7

Wine Down Wednesday

7/24 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

Laumeier Sculpture Park 7/24

8am - sundown

Laumeier offers several walking pathways and trail hikes for a variety of ages and abilities. See the beautiful artwork along your hike. 12580 ROTT RD., 63127 FREE FOR OUTSIDE PATHS

Saturday

Grant's Farm

Water Waddlers

7/24 10:30am-12pm

Friday

7/25 9:30am-4:30pm 5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE

Balloon Jam at Denny's

7/25 5:30pm-9pm Attendees practice balloon animals and share ideas on how to make them. If you have a pump and balloons, bring them, or you can borrow some at the jam. Many people come eat, and then the twisting starts at 6:30pm. 12319 DORSETT ROAD, 63043 FREE

Ladies' Knight

7/25 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve. Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CENTER OF ST LOUIS, 4657 MARYLAND AVE, ST LOUIS, MO 63108

Book Club

7/25 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! July is "Kaddish.com", by Nathan Englander. August book is "The Wartime Sisters", by Lynda Cohen Loigman. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE

7/26 10:30am-11:30am

JCC- FOX BUILDING FREE

Chair Yoga

7/26 11am-11:45am Led by Maxine Mirowitz RYT-500, the focus of the class is on strength conditioning, flexibility, balance, as well as stress reduction. HELD IN COVENANT PLACE BOHM SOCIAL HALL. CLASSES ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Soulard Farmer's Market

7/26 7am-5pm A St. Louis tradition for 200 years. Come find local treats! 730 CARROLL STREET FREE ADMISSION

Purina Farms

7/26 9:30am-3:30pm Farm animals, dog shows, and more. Come explore! 500 WILLIAM DANFORTH WAY, GRAY SUMMIT, MO 63039 FREE

Laser Tag

7/26 5pm-11pm All You Can Play Laser Tag

KOKOMO JOE'S, 4105 N. CLOVERLEAF DR., ST PETERS $9.99 PER PERSON

7/27 10am-12pm

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

7/27 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo

7/27 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.

Keeper Talks

7/27 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

Faust Historic Village Open House

7/27 12pm-4pm The historic homes in the Village will be open for free tours on the below weekend dates, in 2019. Guests to the park will be able to see the interiors of these buildings, and get a glimpse into life in St. Louis County during the second half of the 1800s. Guides in period dress will be available to answer questions about the buildings. 15185 OLIVE BLVD, 63017 FREE

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Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum

Seniors

7/28 1pm-4pm Family Sundays. Enjoy a hands-on art activity and a 30 minute family tour through the galleries.

ONE FINE ARTS DRIVE, FOREST PARK FREE, BUT SIGN-UP REQUIRED FOR FAMILY TOUR

Sunday Chess Classes

Tween/Teen

7/28

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

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

EyeSeeMe Story time

Secular

African American/Multicultural Sunday StoryTime for All Children

Kids Bingo Bonanza

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 8- 12. Can you fill all your Bingo spots before your friend?

7/29 10:30am-11:30am

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

Crown Center Yiddish Group

7/29 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.

St Louis Zoo

7/29 8am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

7827 OLIVE BLVD. 63130 FREE

St. Louis Area Yarn Crawl

7/28 11am-6pm Come find all 4 Yarn stores in the Metro St. Louis area. Get your "passports" stamped and be entered into wonderful drawings! START AT 13035 OLIVE BLVD, SUITE 208, 63141 VARIES BASED ON TREASURES YOU FIND.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Urban Fort Play Cafe

7/29 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

7/29 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun! We now have a beginner's class!

CALENDAR

MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

JUL 2019

Tuesday

Open Play at the J

CROWN CENTER, 8350 DELCREST DR

7/28 2pm-3pm

Jewish

Monday

St. Louis Jewish Parents

7/30 1pm-3pm ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: SAMUEL C SACHS FREE, REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED. CALL 314-994-3300

Ballroom Dance Lessons

7/30 6pm-6:45pm Join Maysen at Just Dancing Dance Studio, and learn how to do the rumba, cha cha, samba, paso doble, and jive to the current popular songs! 236 OLD MERAMAC STATION RD. $10 PER PERSON

Lone Elk Park

7/30 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

Cahokia Mounds

7/30 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.

In the library with Louie

7/30 2pm-3pm Ages 5- 11. Meet Louie, the St. Louis Blues mascot. Learn what it’s like to be the mascot and what it takes to get ready for the season. Louie will sign autographs and pose for photos. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE

Wednesday Story Time

7/31 10am-11am Ages 3-5 yrs. Stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE

Water Waddlers

7/31 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

Whitaker Music Festival

7/31 5pm-7pm StarWolf. Open-air Wednesday evening concerts under the stars. Visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic supper, baskets or coolers. Please limit glass.Picnic fare, beer, wine, soda and sno-cones are also available for purchase on-site. MO BOTANICAL GARDENS FREE

Artisans in THE LOOP

7/31 11am-5pm Come see original art from over 60 artists! Find treasures for you and for gifts to others! 6511 DELMAR BLVD, 63130 FREE TO EXPLORE

COOKING CORNER

Vegan and Gluten-Free Blueber ry Tart Shell:

½ C dairy-free butter

½ C granulated sugar 1T unsweetened alm ond milk 1 t vanilla extract ½ t salt 1 ¼ C gluten-free flour Blueberry Filling: 2 ½ C fresh blueberrie s ¼ C granulated sugar

1 t lemon zest 1 T lemon juice (fresh)

1 T cornstarch ¼ t cinnamon

blend

Tarts

Desserts

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large mixing bow l, cream butter and sug ar until fluffy. Add alm milk, vanilla, and sal ond t. Mix well. Add in gluten-free flo ur, half cup at a time. Mix well. Keep addin the flour is incorpora g until all ted. With a large Table spo on, spoon out dough onto parchment pape stick foil. Pat it flat, r, or nonand 1/2 - ¾ inch hig h. Freeze for 20-30 mi nutes. Make blueberry filling : In medium sized bow l, mix together bluebe sugar, lemon zest, lem rries, on juice, cornstarch and cinnamon. Grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spr ay. Take dough out of press each flattened freezer and table spoon into the muffin cups. Press the dough aga inst the sides of the muffin cups, makin they are even through g sure that out. Spoon the blueberry mixture in, making sure not to overfill. Bake tarts for 22-26 minutes or until the tar t edges are golden. completely. Rememb Cool er that the blueberry mi xture remains hotte the crust. Serve and r than Enjoy!

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“BABY” BUSINESSES

Brian Goldman, President/CEO

314-291-2131

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

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An amazing fusion of Japanes and Italian cuisine to create a unique dining experience! (Vaad cerified)

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Kismet Pharmacy & General Store We're that new, old pharmacy. Better service, better local & unique products, free prescription delivery to all our patients throughout St. Louis. We accept all Medicaid, Medicare, and most Private/No Insurance. We handle the entirety of the pharmacyhealthcare experience for our patients. 314-390-1616 941 Midland Blvd, 63130 www.KismetSTL.com Kismet-Pharmacy-General-Store @KismetSTL

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Cotton Cuts Collective 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! 636-812-2084 2032 Chesterfield Mall www.cottoncutscollective.com cottoncutscollective @cottoncutscollective

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Provisions St Louis 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. 228 Euclid Ave, 63108  www.provisionsstl.com  PROVISIONSSTLOUIS 

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314-439-8800 10477 Old Olive Street Road www.cafecoeurstl.com Cafe Coeur

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"No Cuts, No Color, Just Blowouts." Drybar is based on the simple concept of focusing on one thing and being the best at it: Blowouts. We offer signature styles, all named after cocktails – plus a kid-friendly version aptly named the Shirley Temple. All blowouts include a relaxing shampoo, followed by the strategic blow-dry and style while the client sips complimentary Champagne or coffee and watches rom-coms on the TVs in the salon. 314-680-9119 1580 S. Lindbergh Blvd. 63131 www.thedrybar.com @thedrybar

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We have created an inclusive space for people from all backgrounds and walks of life, from experienced crafters to the craft-curious, to learn, make, and gather high-quality materials for their projects. We provide classes, workshops, and events. We stock a range of high-quality tools, goods, and materials so that everyone is able to craft with confidence.

IKAGG St Louis.com directory website

Deanna Ley IKAGGStLouis@IKAGG1.com 636-336-2970 www.IKAGGStLouis.com

The Curious Crafter

636-812-2084 13035 Olive Blvd Suite 208, 63141 www.thecuriouscrafter.com thecuriouscrafterstl @thecuriouscrafterstl

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Our new parent classes are taught by experts in the field. Monthly classes include prenatal breastfeeding, newborn care and Pre-Adoption Newborn Care. Special classes throughout the year may focus on nutrition, vaccines, postpartum depression or sleep.

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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!

Leah Frankel, Dr. Lisa Ryan 314-453-9666 BeReadyForBaby@charter.net Be Ready for Baby

Are you able to reach Millenials? I strategically target Millenials through media marketing, branding, graphic design, and web design. www.noticedataglance.com info@noticedataglance.com noticedataglance noticedataglance

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

Dottie's Flour Shop The well appointed pantry. We specialize in pies & kitchen/dining gifting. Vegan friendly. 314-692-8776 9783 Clayton Rd. in Ladue www.dottiesflourshop.com dottiesflourshop Dottie's Flour Shop

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stl@ultimateninjas.com 636-206-8550 140 Long Rd., Chesterfield 63005 www.ultimateninjas.com

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The Webster Groves Bookshop 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!

314-968-1185 27 N. Gore Ave, Webster Groves 63119 www.thewebstergrovesbookshop.com Webster-Groves-Bookshop

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Roadside Runway is a boutique that specializes and sells women's young contemporary clothing.

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

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.

office@westcountyschoolofmusic.com (314) 469-6646 14288 Ladue Rd Chesterfield, MO 63017 www.westcountyschoolofmusic.com westcountyschoolofmusic westcountyschoolofmusic

Share Sweet Like to share? Try sharing Asian-inspired desserts. Have a milk bubble tea, stuffed waffle, pudding, or juice concoction! 314-279-1350 9628 Olive Blvd, 63132 www.sharesweetstl.com Share-Sweet-1782457068722011/

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314-488-1455 11219 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood www.roadsiderunway.com RoadsideRunwayBoutique RoadsideRunwayBoutique

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

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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.

We are a secular, private preschool and elementary school focused on high expectations, academic success, and character development. Our goal is to help your child fulfill his or her potential in and out of the classroom. Now enrolling for the 2018/2019 school year!

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Poké Munch

Harper School

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We strive to increase business opportunities and profitability for our members by generating active referrals, offering continuing professional education and contributing to the vitality of our community.

314-731-6735 630 N New Ballas Rd, 63141 www.pokemunchstl.com pokemunchstl

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jbpstl1@gmail.com www.jbpstl.com Jewish Business Professionals of Saint Louis (JBPSTL)

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!

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! 855-314-BAKE (2253) www.kneadlovebakeshop.com kneadlovebakeshop kneadlovebakeshop

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New listing for July Listed in June Turning 1 year old!

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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KEEN St. Louis is a local affiliate of a national nonprofit organization that emphasizes positive development for children and adolescents (ages 5-21) with developmental and physical disabilities through participation in physical activity and recreational athletics. We provide one-to-one recreational opportunities for youth with disabilities at no cost to their families or caregivers.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? VOLUNTEER - we are seeking one-to-one volunteers every session, no experience necessary & all volunteers are trained. Email info@keenstlouis.org. DONATE - No donation is too small! Please visit www.keenstlouis.org and select the "DONATE" button to help.

—— KEEN St. Louis —– ACCEPTS EVERY CHILD

ATTEND - Fundraising, social and PR events are happening all year round!

ALWAYS FREE OF CHARGE ONE-TO-ONE AND NON-COMPETITIVE

COLLABORATE - Join a board! KEEN has active executive, young professional, and junior boards.

VOLUNTEER LED RESPITE TIME FOR PARENTS

KEEN St. Louis www.keenstlouis.org 314.259.2980 Facebook @KEENStl