St. Louis J Summer 2019 Jewish Guide

Jewish Life at the J Summer 2019

Your all-in-one guide to Jewish programs and activities!

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The J’s mission is to provide meaningful, Jewish experiences for our community and we are proud to provide so many varied, Jewish programs for all ages and interests.

In our effort to better serve this mission, we offer this guide, which features myriad Jewish programs offered by the J in one place. Everyone is welcome, regardless of faith, denomination, knowledge or background. Please try something new, spread the word and participate in one or many of the great Jewish experiences that we offer at the J!

Featuring Jewish themed art, spiritual, health and wellness workshops for men and women in their 20s through 50s. Join us in creative spaces throughout St. Louis for unique experiences that nourish the mind, body and spirit.

Generously funded in part by the Jewish Federation of St. Louis.

Presented by The Ruth & Harold Sher Center of Jewish Life.

Questions? Ideas? Feedback?

Contact: Diane Maier, 314.442.3190, dmaier@jccstl.org Follow @jaspstl on Instagram

Mosaics for your Garden

Learn to use broken plates and forgotten tiles to create a beautiful DIY mosaic!

Perennial staff will guide you through each step from cutting ceramic + glass, mixing concrete and designing your stone. Each participant will create a unique stepping stone to take home to their outdoor spaces.

Wine and snack provided.

Perennial Studio (3762 S Broadway, 63118) Thu 5/16 6:30-9:30pm $25

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Gelli Monoprints

Create several Gelli monoprints, each with multiple layers of paints and patterns with our amazing stencils or you can bring your own Jewish themed stencil. Matte your favorite with a professional 11×14 mat.

Youcandu Studios (20 Allen Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119) Thu 7/18 6:30-9pm $25

Flowers for Shabbat

Create a beautiful bouquet and learn the art of flower arranging. Elisheva Heit, winner at the 2019 Art in Bloom exhibit, will lead this class and teach the dos and don’ts of flower arranging.

SFC Thu 8/8 6:30-8:30pm $30

Jewish Book Festival The Soul of the Stranger by Joy Ladin

Reading some of the best-known Torah stories through the lens of transgender experience, Joy Ladin will explore fundamental questions about how religious texts, traditions, and the understanding of God can be enriched by transgender perspectives, and how the Torah and trans lives can illuminate one another. In addition to The Soul of the Stranger, Joy is the author of a memoir and six books of poetry. She holds the David and Ruth Gottesman Chair in English at Stern College of Yeshiva University, where, in 2007, she became the first openly transgender employee of an Orthodox Jewish institution. Book signing and reception to follow, in partnership with the Center for Jewish Learning.

SFC Wed 6/19 7:30pm FREE Contact: Amy Bornstein, 314.442.3152, abornstein@jccstl.org

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Community Programs Presented by The Ruth & Harold Sher Center of Jewish Life

Yom Ha’Atzmaut Israel Independence Community Celebration

All ages Join the St. Louis Jewish community as we celebrate Israel’s 71st Anniversary in grand style. Israeli and Judaic art and jewelry bazaar, children’s activities, a teen lounge and Yossi’s watering hole for the 21+ crowd.

Contact: Ariel Milo, 314.442.3137, amilo@jccstl.org SFC Wed 5/8 5:30-9pm FREE

Yom Hazikaron Israel Memorial Day Ceremony

Adults and children ages 12+ Join the St. Louis Jewish community as we honor and remember those soldiers and victims of terrorism that have fallen in the defense of the State of Israel. Program will feature readings, performances, songs, and poems in both Hebrew and English.

Contact: Ariel Milo 314.442.3137, amilo@jccstl.org SFC Tue 5/7 7pm FREE

Intergenerational Family Shabbat Picnic

Families w/children 6 and under (siblings welcome) Enjoy an evening at the park with your family and friends. Bring a picnic dinner and we will provide the dessert!

This is a fun multi-generational picnic for families with young children.

Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314.442-3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org

Beirne Park (10630 Country View Dr, Creve Coeur, 63141) Fri

6/21

5:30-7:30pm

Free, RSVP requested

Local Honey for Rosh Hashanah

Adults Albert Hilty is an Amish farmer who lives in Pike County. He has more than 100 bee hives, where he collects raw honey. To order honey, drop off payment at the J or mail to: Diane Maier, 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146. No limit. Make checks payable to Dry Dock Farms.

Contact: Diane Maier, 314.442.3190, dmaier@jccstl.org

SFC (pick-up location) Order honey between: 8/19-9/17 Honey pickup date: 9/25 $6 per 1-pound jar

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BBYO BBYO

8th-12th grade BBYO, the leading worldwide pluralistic Jewish youth organization, is shaping the lives of thousands of teenagers by providing them with leadership opportunities, fostering friendships and creating meaningful Jewish experiences.

In BBYO, teens engage in activities that promote growth and development through youth-led programming, community service and interaction with participants around the U.S. and the world. Become a part of the St. Louis Council of BBYO where you will have a blast while making new friends, discovering new interests, and realizing new talents!

Contact: Jake Price, 314.442.3425, jakeprice@bbyo.org Chapter Meetings Fox Tue Aug-May 7-8pm SFC Wed Aug-May 7-8pm $149/membership valid through high school graduation Special Events Locations, times and fees are on a per event basis. Additional activity fees may be required.

BBYO Connect

6th-8th grade Are you ready for BBYO, but not quite old enough? If you’ve had or are about to have your Bar/Bat Mitzvah and are looking for opportunities to meet new teens, experience fun events or hang out with others your own age, explore BBYO Connect. Build long-lasting friendships with your camp, school and synagogue friends as you enter high school and BBYO. Begin experiencing the privileges and obligations of being a member of the Jewish and general communities, as you focus on Judaics, service and social programming. BBYO Connect builds a network of teens across North America at a critical age when kids begin to strengthen their identities.

Contact: Jake Price, 314.442.3425, jakeprice@bbyo.org Locations, times and fees are on a per event basis.

Meet Jake Price

BBYO Regional Director, St. Louis BBYO • Originally from Livingston, NJ and attended Rowan University, studied TV and film • Founded his chapter of the Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) fraternity, and later worked at headquarters, consulting with more than 90 chapters across the US • Introduced to BBYO in Fall 2017, and has since attended more than 15 conventions, two CLTCs, and two International Conventions • He is excited to bring his background of chapter consulting and his fun, engaging personality to St. Louis!

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Nishmah inspires, engages and supports girls and women through educational, spiritual and social programming.

Through its collaborative model, Nishmah strengthens the St. Louis Jewish community. For more information, visit nishmah.org Contact: Rabbi Brad Horwitz, 314.442.3271, bhorwitz@jccstl.org

Banot Buddies

Banot Buddies pairs girls in elementary school with the young women of Nishmah’s Teen Banot Board to take a closer look at relevant topics through a Jewish lens. The relationships between the groups foster leadership skills, self-esteem and a lifelong connection to Jewish ideals. Stay tuned for future events at nishmah.org

Taste of Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girl Thing!

5th-8th grade girls Learn about Nishmah’s youth program where Jewish girls meet once a month to talk, get creative and bond over life experiences and how Judaism helps to understand it all. It’s an opportunity to meet amazing Jewish girls and connect with incredible group facilitators. Find out more at nishmah.org Contact: Becca Bohrer, 314.442.3294, rbohrer@jccstl.org SFC Sun 8/18 Time TBD $150 annual fee Future program dates: TBD

Taste of It’s a Guy Thing!

8th-10th grade guys Come learn about Nishmah’s youth program the brings together Jewish guys once a month to explore what it means to be a Jewish man today. Through guided conversation, friendship and fun, boys are challenged to think and talk about largely unexplored issues. Find out more at nishmah.org Contact: Becca Bohrer, 314.442.3294, rbohrer@jccstl.org SFC Sun 8/18 Time TBD $150 annual fee Future program dates: TBD

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Ilene Joseph Salon Series

Nishmah’s Salons are intimate, facilitated discussions on topics of interest to Jewish women. Preselected media, such as articles or videos, inspire and frame the conversation. The series kicks off with a salon focused on preparing us spiritually for the Jewish New Year. Program is named for Ilene Joseph (z”l), one of Nishmah’s founders and a passionate supporter of the Salon Series.

Discussions are free to attend; donations to Nishmah welcome.

Kickoff

TBD Tue 9/17 Details coming soon!

7:00pm

Lynnie’s Light for Life

Save the Date!

Nishmah lights up the night with our second annual commemorative fundraiser to benefit Sharsheret Supports. This celebration of life is named for the inspirational Lynnie Isaacs Palan (z”l) in honor of the day she loved most… her birthday. Join us in a spectacular display of love and hope to support those facing a cancer journey.

SFC Wed 9/4

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Nishmah Teen Banot Board 9th-12th grade girls Calling all Jewish young women! Are you interested in making new friends while building relationships with young girls in elementary school? Join our board for a fun and challenging leadership opportunity that allows you to use your creativity and talents as you help create exciting programs. As a Banot Board member, you’ll get to participate in a variety of leadership development activities, while creating friendships as a “buddy” to younger girls. Application required.

Contact: Becca Bohrer, 314.442.3294, rbohrer@jccstl.org $100 annual activity fee

Immerse: St. Louis Mikvah Project

Nishmah’s trained, volunteer Mikvah Guides facilitate welcoming, transformative and compassionate immersions for Jewish women seeking mikvah experiences of all forms. We look to honor profound changes and acknowledge new stages of life by helping you connect spiritually to the ancient Jewish tradition of the ritual bath.

Visit nishmah.org to submit a Mikvah inquiry form.

Nerot: Young Women of Nishmah

Women in their 20s & 30s We are excited to build a cohort of young women among the Nishmah community. Nerot offers specialized enhancements to existing Nishmah programming geared specifically to women in their 20s and 30s. If you are interested in getting involved, let us know! Check out the Nishmah page at facebook.com/nishmahstl for upcoming events.

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Sharsheret Sharsheret Supports is a collaborative project of Nishmah and the national, not-for-profit Sharsheret organization.

Sharsheret, Hebrew for “chain,” provides meaningful support to women and their families facing a diagnosis of breast or ovarian cancer, and critical education for the Jewish community regarding increased hereditary risks. With our resources and educational programming, individuals can better manage their needs and potential risk factors. Sharsheret recognizes and embraces the full spectrum of diversity within our community.

Contact: Debbi Braunstein, 314.442.3266, dbraunstein@jccstl.org

Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Group

This monthly group provides support, connection and education to women in the St. Louis community who have been diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer and are anywhere along their treatment path—before, during, or post treatment. Sessions are facilitated by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, creating a safe and open space. Newcomers are always welcome, along with female family and friends. A light kosher dinner is served.

SFC Wed Third Wed/monthly 5:45-7:30pm Free, RSVP requested

Peer Connection

This one-on-one peer support system connects individuals who are diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer, those at increased risk and family members with others who share similar diagnoses and experiences and can offer support and advice. Connections can be made locally and through Sharsheret’s national peer support program.

Seeking Ambassadors!

Ambassadors are the local face and voice of Sharsheret Supports and our link to the community. They connect with individuals who can direct women and families impacted by breast and/or ovarian cancer to Sharsheret’s educational and support programming. They seek opportunities to raise awareness of the increased risk of hereditary cancers in the Jewish community. Ambassadors do not need to be experts but must be willing to learn about the issues and help spread the word. Ambassadors will be trained and work in partnership with local staff.

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Jewish Film Festival Landmark Plaza Frontenac Cinema June 2-6 Contact: Zelda Sparks, 314.442.3169, zsparks@jccstl.org

OPENING DAY DOUBLE FEATURE See one or see them both!

• $15 for one film or $26 for both • Students 16 and under: $10 per Opening Day film

WEEKDAY FILMS

• $12 in advance; $13 at the door • SAVE – Weekday 4-Pack, ONLY $45 • Students 16 and under: $8 per film Please note: a service fee applies for all tickets/ticket packages of $1.50

FILM FESTIVAL DETAILS

• View trailers, and find out more about each film at stljewishfilmfestival.org • Films will be shown at Landmark Plaza Frontenac Cinema, except where indicated.

• Special Summer Film Screenings at the J: Sunday, July 14 & Sunday, August 18

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OPENING DAY – DOUBLE FEATURE! Sunday, June 2 Carl Laemmle (Documentary) 4pm Golda’s Balcony (Feature) 7pm

Monday, June 3 Inside the Mossad (Documentary) 1pm Holy Lands (Feature) 4pm Prosecuting Evil (Documentary) 7pm

Tuesday, June 4 The Other Story (Feature) 1pm Winter Hunt (Feature) 4pm Working Woman (Feature) 7pm

Wednesday, June 5 Reinventing Rosalee (Documentary) 1pm Who Will Write Our History (Docu-drama) 4pm The Unorthodox (Feature) 7pm

Thursday, June 6 A Fortunate Man (Feature) 1pm Joseph Pulitzer: Voice of the People (Documentary) 4pm Shoelaces (Feature) 7pm

SUMMER FILMS AT THE J SFC – Arts & Education Building Sunday, July 14

Stockholm (Feat.) 4pm

Sunday, August 18 Chasing Portraits (Doc.) 4pm

Jewish Film Society

Adult Enjoy films year-round! If you enjoy films which inspire, entertain, educate and enlighten, become a member of the Jewish Film Society and share your love of the moving image. Each film offers a lively post-film discussion.

Member Benefits • Films are free with membership • Guest tickets are $10 per film • 2019-20 film dates: 9/22, 10/27, 12/1, 3/8, 4/12, 5/3 • Membership is tax deductible

Join Today! $36/individual $54/couple $18/students

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New Jewish Theatre New Jewish Theatre Performances at the Staenberg Family Complex Marvin & Harlene Wool Studio Theater Performance Times

Individual Ticket Prices

Wed & Thu Fri & Sat Sun

J Member/Senior General Admission

7:30pm 8pm 2pm

$42 $45

Contact NJT Box Office, 314.442.3283 or newjewishtheatre.org for more information.

BY TASHA GORDON-SOLMON DIRECTED BY EDWARD COFFIELD

May 15 - June 2, 2019 2019 – 20 Season

My Name is Asher Lev

Brighton Beach Memoirs

By Aaron Posner adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok January 23 – February 9

By Neil Simon October 10 – 27

We are the Levinsons

Season tickets on sale May 15!

Fully Committed

By Wendy Kout March 19 – April 5

By Becky Mode December 5 – 22

Stephen Sondheim’s Putting It Together

By Stephen Sondheim May 7 – 24

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Gesher Music Festival 2019 Gesher Music Festival Presents

August 8 – 18, 2019 Tickets and Information at geshermusicfestival.org

GESHER PREVIEW CONCERT​| World Chess Hall of Fame August 8 | 7:00pm Catch an hour-long performance in this wonderfully intimate venue.

SAFE HAVEN​| Missouri History Museum

August 15 | 7:30pm Hear the stories and music of refugees who found safety and eventually success in the U.S.

SHELTER FROM THE STORM​| 560 Music Center August 17 | 7:30pm Witness how music can depict shelter in all types of storms.

SACRED SPACES​| The J’s Wool Studio Theater August 18 | 2:00pm Explore history’s most sacred spaces through music.

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Registration Form Return: The J, Attn: Registrar, 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 We cannot complete registration without payment.

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Why J Day Camps are Special

11 weeks of camp 12 year-round camp professionals Swim lessons on-site Sports, Art, Nature, Swimming & More!

jccstl.org 314.442.3423

Early Bird discount through March 8

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A Magical Sabra Summer

The Camp Sabra experience…

• skiing, sailing, wakeboarding and more on the Lake of the Ozarks and our 3.5 miles of private waterfront!

• zip-lining, climbing and more on our 205-acre campus!

• singing and exploring our joyous Jewish identities in the fresh air and sunshine!

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For more information, contact Kim Holtzman Sloan at 314.442.3151 or kim@campsabra.com.

To view our 2019 Dates & Rates, visit campsabra.com

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Four week sessions: • June 16 – July 11 • July 15 – August 9