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SPOTLIGHT

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Cari Mulvahill is an adventurous and free minded soul. Her passion for life is on full display throughout her artwork. She is a veteran, an electrician and a lover of humanity. Her artwork is just like her: colorful, expressive and free flowing with deep meanings that showcase her faith, family and free spirit.

[ Photo Credit: Caren Libby ]

Come see more of Cari Milvihill’s artwork, and the work of other other local artists at the Medici MediaSpace Gallery.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

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Our May Cover Kid is Stella.

St. Louis Jewish Parents Magazine features St. Louis kids on our cover every issue.

Photo by Spoonful of Sugar Photography.

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Teens & End of Year Parties

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DADDY & ME JESSE KAVADLO, Ph.D. 40

Sandwiched In the Middle FROM THE CONCIERGE’S DESK

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Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss in Children

By Amy Kreuger, Au.D.

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Breakfast for Mom FROM THE DOCTOR

COMMUNITY

Yasher Koach!

Welcome New Advertisers Community Cares

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HAPPENING IN MAY “BABY” BUSINESSES

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MAY CALENDAR Jewish, Secular, Seniors, & School/ Synagogue Events

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JEWISH HOLIDAY EXPLAINED

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Shavuot

NUTRITION NUGGETS KATHY MORA, Ph.D., R.D.

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The Shinshinim

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

BABY CHILD TWEEN TEEN

ORGANIZATION SPOTLIGHT

NEWS & BOOKS

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Valuable Clutter 26

By Jennifer Baer Lotsoff, MSW

ADHD? Not my kid!

By Kristen Bruno, M.D.

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JUST FOR FUN 8

Tikkun Olam: A Community Project SENIOR STYLE

Individuals With Disabilities

By Elisa Garland, M. Ed., PLPC.

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Orange Oatmeal Pancakes 34

Don’t Flush Those Meds!

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICES

COOKING CORNER

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OOPS! TOP TEN

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Bad Parent Moments PLAYROOM 14 Fun Facts: Where Do Animals Live?

Word of the Month: House PLUS: Chess • Jokes •Matching

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STEPHANIE BERK, PH.D. Stephanie Berk, author of “How to Potty-Train Your Dragon Child”, is a mother of 4 boys.

She has a degree in Human Development & Family Studies from Cornell University, a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from University of Connecticut, a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Language Acquisition from Haskins Laboratory/Yale University, and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neuroimaging from Washington University.

Copperhead Snakes, Good Friends & Curiosity Ever been bitten by a pit viper snake, venom and all? I can now say that I have, and I have learned quite a bit from the experience. I learned that when these snakes wake up from hibernation, they are hungry and looking for a mate. They can be very aggressive, especially late at night. I have learned that humans may or may not be allergic to the venom, kind of like a bee sting, and that the venom is a digestive agent, helping the snake to digest the small animals it normally feeds upon (and/or me in this case.) Most importantly, what I learned is that when I put a note out on Facebook, not to get sympathy, but truly to create awareness in our community, how amazingly supportive our community is, and how many friends I have. I won’t say that I am glad I was bitten, but I will say that I am grateful for the expressed support and concern.

One of the questions I have been asked frequently is “Do you mind telling me what it felt like and what the venom did?” This natural curiosity is completely understandable given that the incidence of copperheads biting a human is so low that even the Emergency Room doctor had to call the national snake bite hotline, a toxicologist, and a pulmonologist. A friend of mine suggested I call the zoo and/or a venomous snake expert. After taking this good advice, I learned that each person can have a different experience. Some people react with anaphalaxis soon after getting bitten. Some people feel the effects for days, weeks, or months. For me, the initial pain of getting bitten was tremendous. However, because I was not ever expecting to get bitten, I chalked the pain up to something else. I was only able to do this for about 5 minutes, because at that point, my inside ankle swelled up and really hurt.

I waited almost 2 hours, and had no shortness of breath, heart issues, or anything other than pain, so I put Neosporin on it, and went to sleep. (Maybe not the smartest of decisions, but I did go to my physician the following day.

After evaluating me, she sent me to the Emergency Room for fluids and lab work.) In the morning, the pain was still bad and the swelling still there, along with two, clear fang holes. For me, the worst was 2 days after the bite happened. My heart and lungs ached. I felt cold shivers on the inside while feeling hot on the outside. I was nauseous. My hands had a tremor. I also had a hard time finding words, and small issues with my memory. Within 2 weeks, I was fine. I was definitely incapacitated for a few days, but overall I got lucky.

I was most lucky that when I truly needed help, my family and friends were there for me. A friend came to the emergency room to be with me. My children were picked up from school and brought home. Offers of assistance were made. No one ever wants something bad to happen, but it is nice to know that when it does, the community will rally together and help!

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THE VOICE OF GENERATION J OUR GENERATION OUR FUTURE

Tikkun Olam: A Community Project “Tikkun” is often translated as repair. But in the Torah and in the early code of Jewish law, it has a range of meanings, including: improve, fix, prepare, and set up.

“Olam” often refers to all of time. In modern Hebrew, it has come to mean the world.

Tikkun Olam is something that can be done by anyone, including a child, adult, student, teacher, entrepreneur, employee, artist, caregiver, salesperson, politician or environmentalist. [continued pg 10]

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tudents from the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School (Mirowitz), are working together on May 27th to clean-up the historically Black Washington Park Cemetery. It is one of the region's largest African American cemeteries. It is also the final resting place for more than 50,000 people, including those who fought in the civil war and both world wars. Washington Park Cemetery is located in Berkeley just off Natural Bridge Road near St. Louis Lambert International Airport.

“Just because they aren’t alive doesn’t mean they don’t deserve respect.”

- Ellye Alperin

Middle schoolers from Mirowitz remember both the malicious damage done to the University City’s Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery last year and the power of seeing hundreds of community members--of diverse races, religions, and backgrounds--who turned out to help clean up and raise funds for the cemetery. When the Mirowitz students learned that Washington Park Cemetery was in need of our community’s attention, they began organizing their response--including both a day of clean up involving students from other schools and a Go Fund Me site to cover the costs of dumpster rental and hand tools necessary for their work.

Washington Park Cemetery has a new owner, Kevin Bailey, who wants to restore the resting ground of his community to its original state. He is thrilled to have support since so many of the sections of the cemetery are overgrown, and parts of it have been used as a dumping ground for tires and other trash. This is a job that only a larger group can successfully accomplish.

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Comments from Mirowitz: Sixth grader Mollie Nathanson wondered, “I wouldn’t want to rest in a dump, so why would our community let our loved ones rest in these conditions?”

“Just because they aren’t alive doesn’t mean they don’t deserve respect,” said 8th grader Ellye Alperin.

Rabbi Scott Slarskey, the school’s Director of Jewish Life, explained that Jewish tradition understands kavod ha-met, honoring the dead, as a great mitzvah because one who honors the dead can have no expectation of receiving anything from that soul in return.

If you would like to help support the clean-up of Washington Park Cemetery that the Mirowitz students are organizing on Sunday May 27, from 1:30-3:30PM, please:

1. Visit their GoFundMe to

contribute. https://www.gofundme.com/ washington-park-cemeterycleanup (This GoFundMe page is trending! The students are close to reaching their goal of $2000!)

2. Contact Rabbi Scott Slarskey at 314-576-6177, or at sslarskey@mirowitz.org

3. Contact Kevin Bailey at krb99@hotmail.com

If you are a business owner or a Chamber of Commerce, interested in donating goods or services to support the cause you may also leave a note on the GoFundMe page, with your name, contact information, and how you would like to support this community effort in doing Tikkun Olam.

Israel, Age 11 St. Louis, MO

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

BABY

SWADDLING Wrapping a newborn tightly across the chest, with arms tucked snugly next to the body, with a thin cloth. This is a swaddle. There are images and reports of babies being swaddled from early, ancient times. It seems that it had fallen out of style in the 16th and 17th centuries, but came back into prominence in the 18th and 21st centuries. The idea is that by reducing the startle reflex, babies will be harder to rouse, and that the babies might sleep longer, granting the exhausted parents a much needed sleep.

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ome researchers suggest that swaddling might have beneficial effects for pre-term babies, in that the babies showed improved neuromuscular development, because of pushing against the cloth. Other studies suggested less physiologic distress, better motor organization and more self-regulatory ability. Another hypothesized benefit that has found some support is that swaddling could decrease the amount of crying in young infants, and even soothe the babies after pain.

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However, several researchers are currently considering whether swaddling might be a potentially harmful practice.

They have serious concerns that swaddling may increase the risk of congenital dislocation of the hip, development of acute respiratory infections, and overheating. This creates a dilemma for both parents and pediatricians.

Today, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends swaddling a baby until the age of 2 months. The fabric should be loose enough in the leg area so that the hips can move freely. All babies, swaddled or not, should be put to

sleep on their backs unless specifically told not to by the pediatrician.

The controversy in the Pediatrics world is enough to make a parent very nervous. It seems that the pendulum swing of “yes swaddle” to “no swaddle” happens every day. Then, when the newer studies come out saying to give the baby a pacifier, all bets are off. (Pacifiers, like swaddling are also “some days good” and “some days bad.” Some pediatricians are recommending that parents give the baby a pacifier instead of swaddling them, especially after the age of 2 months.)

What do you do if you are the parent of a 2 month old who has been swaddled for the first 8 weeks, and is in a “routine”? How do you get the baby to sleep if you no longer swaddle? This is one of the hardest sets of questions for parents because there is limited data on how to transition a baby from being swaddled to sleeping without the swaddle? The data that is there, suggests that the swaddle does not actually help most babies ages 2 months or older sleep better, or through the night.

The two month swaddle point was suggested because that is when some babies turn over on their own, or get out of the swaddle. If your baby can flip from back to belly (but not from belly to back), or your baby can get out of the swaddle, there is an increase of potential opportunity for suffocation.

To swaddle or not, and until when? To give a pacifier or not, and until when? The data that is out there suggests, and most parents will confirm- Many babies do not sleep well in the first 1-3 years. Sleeping with or without a swaddle is just the first of several sleep challenges and hurdles that parents face.

References: Barbara A. Kelly, Matilde M. Irigoyen, Sherry C. Pomerantz, Monique Mondesir, Natalia Isaza-Brando (2017). Swaddling and Infant Sleep Practices. Journal of Community Health, vol 42, p. 10- 14.

Kelmanson, I. (2013). Swaddling: Maternal Option and Sleep Behaviour in Two-month-old Infants.

Child Care in Practice, vol 19(1), p. 36-48. van Sleuwen, Bregje E., Engelberts, Adèle C., Boere-Boonekamp, Magda M., Kuis, Wietse, Schulpen, Tom W. J., & L'Hoir, Monique P. (2007). Swaddling: A systematic review. Pediatrics, Vol 120(4), p. e1097-e1106 www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/diapers-clothing/Pages/Swaddling-Is-it-Safe. aspx

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

CHILD

Confident, Not Cocky

Scenario 1: Your child is walking in the school hallway, when another child accidentally bumps into him/her. Even though your child did nothing wrong, your child says, “Sorry.” The other child confidently says, “No problem!”

You watched what happened! The other child should have said, “No, I am the one who is sorry. I should be more careful.” But that is not what happened!

Scenario 2: You are volunteering in your child’s classroom. The teacher tells the children to start finishing up, so that they can move to the next activity. One child says, “But I am not done. I am going to finish this, and you can’t make me stop.” The teacher reminds the child to be well-mannered, and asks you as the volunteer to help the child wrap it up.

You go over to the child, and he looks at you and says, “I am really good at this, and I don’t need help!”

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ost parents agree that the child in Scenario 2 is being a cocky brat, and that they would be embarrassed if their child acted like that, especially in public. However, in Scenario 1, most American parents say they would prefer their child to act more like the confident child. (In particular other countries that participated in the research studies, like Japan, parents wanted their child to say sorry regardless of whether s/he did anything wrong.) In other studies, it was found that girls apologized more often than boys, regardless of who was “at fault.”

Studies that look at personality traits, which can be defined as distinguishing qualities or characteristics that are habitual patterns of behavior, temperament, and emotion, show that there are some that are fairly consistent over time, while some are more modifiable. Self-confidence in particular, is a personality trait that data suggests to be modifiable.

Data suggests that girls have a dip in confidence at around the age of 8 years. Data also suggests that self-confidence can either increase or decrease when a person, regardless of gender, is in their 30’s.

What is the best way to help positively affect a change in self-confidence? Here are several tips: Praise your child when you see behaviors you want your child to do more often. Tell your child why you liked it so much.

Correct behaviors you want your child to do less often (or not at all), with a clear, age-appropriate explanation.

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Role-play scenarios, in a fun way like as a game of Charades, discussing which behaviors, and feelings your family both likes, and dislikes.

Read books about different behaviors, and different personality traits; being sure to discuss how those fit into your family’s values.

If you see your child apologizing too much, take note. Later, at a calm point, for example right before bed, ask your child why s/he apologized. Discuss how else the situation could have been handled.

References: Prinzie, Peter, & Maja Dekovic. (2008). Continuity and change of childhood personality characteristics through the lens of teachers. Personality and individual differences vol 45(1). P. 82-88.

Zahn-Waxler, C., Klimes-Dougan, B., Slattery, M.J.(2000). Internalizing problems of childhood and adolescence: Prospects, pitfalls, and progress in understanding the development of anxiety and depression. Development and Psychopathology, vol 12(3) p. 443-466.

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The Shinshinim

A Shinshin is an 18-year-old Israeli emissary who defers their army service for one year to volunteer in Jewish communities abroad with the goal of educating people of all ages about Israel and Israeli culture. They teach about Israel through creative programs and challenging discussions, bringing an authentic Israel experience to the community they serve.

The Shinshinim program is a partnership between the Jewish Agency for Israel, the Jewish Federation of St. Louis and four local congregations: B’nai Amoona Congregation, Kol Rinah, Congregation Shaare Emeth and United Hebrew Congregation. The first Shinshinim to our community, Gal Roberman and Yuval Cohen, arrived to St. Louis in August 2017.

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The Shinshinim

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Gal Roberman: galroberman@gmail.com

Facebook: STL Shinshinim

Yuval Cohen: yuvalhc@gmail.com

Instagram: STL.shinshinim

About our Shinshinim

Our first Shinshinim, Gal Roberman and Yuval Cohen, arrived to St. Louis in August 2017. Throughout the school year, Gal splits her time between Congregation Shaare Emeth and Kol Rinah while Yuval is at Congregation B’nai Amoona and United Hebrew Congregation. Gal and Yuval work at several different programs within the congregations, mainly with children ranging in ages 3-18, including the Sunday schools, religious and Hebrew schools, early childhood centers, USY and NFTY. They also participate in special ‘chagim’ happenings, adult programming, weekend retreats and Shabbatonim, and other events. Additionally, Gal and Yuval organized two community wide events: they brought Israeli actor and speaker Dean Miroshnikov, who spoke about his experience immigrating to Israel and his tenure in the IDF commando unit, and they held a meaningful Yom HaZikaron event for all teens in the community. During the summer, Gal will work full time at Camp Emeth of Shaare Emeth Congregation and Yuval will spend his time at B’nai Amoona’s Ramot Amoona and B’nai Ami camps.

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Gal with Kol Rinah religious school children. Rabbi Scott Shafrin said “The Shinshinim program not only gives our community a real emotional connection to Israel and its people, but also exposes a generation of young Israeli leaders to what Jewish communal life is like around the world.”

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Yuval leading a program at a United Hebrew NFTY meeting. Rabbi Roxanne Shapiro said that “having Yuval in our congregation has brought the brightness and joy of Israel to our community.”

Objectives

One of the main objectives of bringing Shinshinim to our community is to encourage Israel engagement through educational programming, formal and informal social interactions and building relationships with community members. Rabbi Jim Bennet of Congregation Shaare Emeth shared that “the Shinshinim program has been a remarkable experience for (our) Congregation this year.

Gal has become a beloved member of our congregational family and has opened the eyes and hearts of so many of our children and adults to the beauty of Israel.”

Dialogue

The Shinshinim serve as Israeli cultural ambassadors throughout the community, and the program ultimately builds a bridge between Israeli youth and Jewish communities, creating an educational dialogue between the two, in order to strengthen our Jewish family ties and to build the foundation for a secure Jewish future.

“The Shinshinim program has made Israel come alive for all ages in our Congregation.

Yuval’s love of Israel is shared in every group that he works with,” said Andy Schwebel, B’nai Amoona Executive Director.

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Host Families

Another important component of the program is the relationship developed with host families who house the Shinshinim throughout the year.

A family hosts a Shinshin somewhere between 10-14 weeks so each Shinshin lives with a total of up to 5-6 host families.

Per other communities, hosting a Shinshin has a tremendous impact and has proved to be a wonderful experience, not only for the host family but for the Shinshinim as well.

Abby Hahn, speaking of her recent hosting experience, said that “opening your home and your heart to host a Shinshin can be one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. I am so happy I said YES to this amazing opportunity.”

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Gal making a presentation for children at Shaare Emeth’s religious school.

The Shinshinim Gal Roberman: galroberman@gmail.com Yuval Cohen: yuvalhc@gmail.com

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

TWEEN

Meal Prep, Your Turn!

One of the most desirable classes in Middle Schools across the country, regardless of the students’ gender, is one that has a cooking component. Even though many tweens like to have their food prepared for them, while they are home, 90% of tweens surveyed responded that they liked being able to learn how to get around a kitchen and how to prepare food for themselves.

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he question becomes, can adults foster independence in the kitchen at home as a way to promote other cognitive skills, such as planning, organization, follow-through? Can the sense of responsibility in the kitchen transfer to other aspects of the tweens’ lives? What can a tween safely do in the kitchen towards reaching these goals?

Child Developmentalists and Chefs agree that the following is a basic list of activities to try with 10 - 12 year olds:

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Planning the family meal: The Tweens have to decide what the menu will be, and how many people will be eating.

Following a simple recipe: Help choose 5 recipes to put into a binder that are simple enough for your tween to follow, while at the same time, being one that the whole family will enjoy eating.

Finding ingredients in the pantry and fridge: Reading labels and getting organized before beginning to cook is important. (As is finding a pencil and other necessary items before taking an exam.)

Using a peeler, a whisk, a can opener, and other kitchen tools that you are comfortable with: Some tweens can’t touch a piece of paper without getting a papercut, while others can safely wield a sharp knife by the age of 8 years. Teaching your tween to safely use different kitchen utensils will make it easier to follow through on completing the recipes independently.

Using heat on the stovetop, oven and microwave: Showing tweens how to safely turn on heat, to make sure to watch what is being heated, and to always double-check that it is turned off, is an important safety skill, especially in avoiding house/ kitchen fires. (*Note: nobody should reach above themselves to take out a hot liquid or dish. If the tween is not tall enough to safely take something out of a microwave, either lower the microwave to the countertop, or have an adult do that part.)

Making salads: These are fun, and tweens can be creative. Salads are great for learning how to thoroughly wash ingredients, how to rip/ cut ingredients, and how different flavors work together. Making the dressing can be fun as well.

Clean up: One of the least favorite, but vital parts of cooking is cleaning up the kitchen. Some people clean as they cook. Others wait until everything is done, served, and eaten. You can work with your tween on establishing the Clean-Up rules.

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JENNIFER BAER LOTSOFF, MSW Jennifer Baer Lotsoff 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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My kids used to draw about 80 pictures per day. Ok, maybe not quite that many, but a lot. For a while, I kept all of them on our refrigerator. Then, as the refrigerator started to fill up, I taped them onto our back door, put some in a drawer, and eventually, started to fill boxes with them. Soon I began to wonder if I should get nominated to be on one of those hoarder shows, where you get to go into someone's house with papers and other stuff filling rooms to the point that it could swallow its owner.

I started to feel claustrophobic, but it was just too hard to throw any of them

away. I'm proud to say that, after a few years of this, I did go through the multiple boxes and only kept enough to fill one box.... per kid. I love having this record of their creativity, and I am protective of it, watchful for a time that it may start to ebb.

Gone are those days when they would scribble away with reckless abandon.

Nowadays most of the art I get from them is from school, or when we go to one of those paint places.

The impromptu concerts with tupperware and tambourines have pretty much given way to the kids mumbling the words to songs with lyrics I can't understand

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Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel Independence Day, is here — and the mayor wants Shmulik to paint a mural to celebrate. But what should Shmulik paint?

George Gershwin, an up-and-coming composer, finds himself in a pickle -- he has only a few weeks to write an entire concerto! At first he panics, but then he realizes that all the inspiration he needs is in the great melting pot of immigrant America.

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ADHD? Not my kid!

I was that parent and I still struggle with my son's diagnosis. As a pediatrician, I knew there were signs early on, but I brushed them off as "typical boy." After all, I had the kid who was gifted, reading well above his grade level, was accelerated in math and could play Risk for hours on end. How could he possibly have ADHD? True, he couldn't keep his hands to himself in soccer practice and would kick the dirt around in baseball games, but he was excelling at school. Teachers loved his mind.

But over time, the reports home about him not paying attention or following directions and not thinking before acting increased.

His impulsive behavior turned off other kids.

This upset him. Behaviors that passed as "ok" at 5-years-old were no longer socially acceptable at 8-years-old. We tried talking to him. We tried the school counselor, who offered "mindfulness" techniques. All this helped, but it wasn't enough. Finally we accepted there was a problem and we talked to his pediatrician.

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I see parents in my practice who quickly make the leap to ADHD for their preschooler, who just doesn't sit still, and other parents who can't accept that ADHD is the reason their 10-year-old cannot retain what he reads despite reading the same page over and over again.

The range of responses to ADHD from parents, teachers and medical providers is as broad as ADHD itself. The important thing to remember is that kids with ADHD are not "bad kids." They want to do well and they want to please you. They wish they could pay attention and sit still like their peers, but they just can't. There are several types of ADHD.

ADHD "inattentive" type can be like my child. He's just a little unorganized.

He forgets his homework, he forgets his library books. He never gets dressed when you ask him the first 10 times. In school, he is excelling, because the work is easy. If you ask him if he has trouble paying attention in class, he tells you he often stares at the tiles on the floor and misses what the teacher has told the class to do. Then he is frustrated because he missed the directions and doesn't know what to do. But give my kid an 800 page Harry Potter book and he won't put it down for days. So you may not realize how this bright, sweet child of yours is struggling until the work gets too hard and he can't "get by" anymore.

So what do you do if you are getting reports home from teachers about little Joey constantly interrupting,

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ADHD "hyperactive" type is the child everyone can easily recognize from the moment they meet him.

He is bouncing off the walls and cannot stop moving his body and he interrupts you constantly.

not sitting in his seat, not turning in homework and not paying attention?

You talk to your pediatrician. Set up a meeting with your pediatrician and bring as much info from your child's school as you can. The more we know, the easier it is to sort out the problem. You pediatrician will talk to you and your child a lot because we need to make sure there isn't depression, anxiety, sleep deprivation, a problem at home or any host of other issues that can look like ADHD. Your pediatrician will ask you to complete some questionnaires and ask your child's teachers to do the same. The evaluation is a long process and may involve your family meeting with a psychologist if the diagnosis or management isn't clear to your pediatrician at the time. This is all done with the best interest of your child in mind.

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ADHD "combined" type might be the child who cannot sit in circle time in Kindergarten for more than 5 minutes, cannot stop talking to his neighbor in the classroom even after the teacher has told him a hundred times, and has no idea what direction he was given by the teacher one minute before.

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Managing ADHD is multifaceted.

The most effective management is with medication and there are many options out there. You should also talk to your school about a 504 plan to help your child succeed with his ADHD. You may also need to make some changes at home to help your child stay on task and keep organized. The goal of our management of ADHD is to maximize your child's potential and allow him to be successful in all aspects of his life.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

TEEN

Teens & End of Year Parties

Come May, many teens start thinking about the end of school. It is the last month for most Missouri students, and the time when Summer plans, formals, and parties become a focus. Parties at any age can be fun, but they can also become dangerous and overwhelming. Alcohol, drugs, Social Media, large numbers of teens, and late hours all lead to potential disaster, even if you have “good� kids.

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Here are the Top 10 tips for Teen Party safety:

1. Have the party in the afternoon, ending by dusk.

Check local curfew laws to see when the party has to end by.

6. Create an “invited guest list” with a maximum

number of possible guests, and turn away party crashers. Monitor Social Media sources to make sure that it is clear that this is not an open party invite.

2. Clearly communicate with your teen what can and

7. Keep an adult to teen ratio of 1:10. Adults can work

3. Collect car keys, and do not return them until you

8. Have a fun theme. Yes, even for graduation

can not happen at the party. Remind them of the dangers of alcohol and drugs.

know that that teen is safe to drive. (Offer a place for teens to sleep over, if need be.) Although you may not have provided alcohol, s/he could have come to your party intoxicated to start with, and still might not be okay to drive.

4. Do not serve alcohol, even to adults or anyone

over 21 years. Try to keep an eye out for alcohol or drugs that might have been “sneaked” in. Lock up all alcohol, prescription medicine, and over-thecounter medicines too.

5. Serve a LOT of food and desserts. If there is

much to munch on, there will be a focus on eating, and talking about the food. Did you know that studies have found that if you have a “Towering Table of Desserts”, teens are more attracted to the desserts (and savory snacks) than they are to alcohol? An unlimited number of desserts is often just as “taboo” as the illegal things, but mostly with too much food, they will just get a bellyache!

as servers, food preparers, and other active roles in the party, that are supervisory, but not intrusive.

parties! Although a little silly, if the teens go along with it, the party can be more fun. Less boredom means less trouble they are likely to get into.

9. Parent networking is important. Since teens

often go house to house, knowing where your teen is going, and if the parents will be there is an effective safety rule. If you do not speak with the other parents, or they were not planning on being there in a supervisory role, it is best for your teen to skip that party.

10. Make sure your teen has a safe and reliable way

to get to and from parties, a cell phone that is fully charged, and some (but not too much) money.

References: American Academy of Pediatrics: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/Pages/AParents-Guide-To-Teen-Parties.aspx National Institutes of Health: https://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/MakeADiff_HTML/makediff.htm

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Oops, I can’t believe I sent my 12 year old on a camping trip (they stayed in cabins) and didn’t check to see if she’d taken her heavy coat. It got down to freezing that night. (Even I had had a hard time sleeping, and I had flannel sheets!)

Perhaps I should not have told my 10 year old that it was okay to skip school periodically. He told his teacher that I referred to school as inexpensive daycare, and let him stay home whenever he wanted to.

Oops, perhaps I should not have told my children that only their mother gets bitten by a venomous snake. The children repeated it to anyone who would listen, and my wife got upset that the children were being so disrespectful.

Oops, perhaps I should not have let my child do wheelchair wheelies in the hallway of the hospital upon finding out that the xrays were negative for a broken bone.

Perhaps I should not have said to my 7 year old, “Yikes, what is that abstract drawing supposed to be?” His hurt response of, “You, Daddy.” was not what I was expecting.

Oops, I learned the hard way that the highchair seatbelt should ALWAYS be fastened! A split second of the tray not being there, and my child can slipped out to play on the floor!

Oops, for months I thought my 3 year old had an obnoxious imaginary friend.

Whenever I vacuumed, I could hear her telling “someone” to stop talking to her and to stop being so loud. But when I turned off the vacuum to investigate, I heard nothing. Turns out the vacuum was interfering with her baby monitor, causing lots of static to be emitted!

Oops, trying to break the habit of “no bottle of milk before bed” is not accomplished by giving a bottle of juice!

Oops, I still can’t believe that I made my kiddo reluctantly take the “first day of school photo”, while wondering where everyone else was. I am glad I checked in the office. School started the next day!

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Oops, perhaps crossing a busy street not in a crosswalk, with my baby in the stroller was not the best idea. It was dangerous and the honking woke up the baby!

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Individuals With Disabilities

From the opioid epidemic to flu outbreaks, healthcare has been a top issue for 2018. Yet there’s one issue affecting 20% of Americans that has been largely left out of the conversation — healthcare access for individuals with disabilities.

BY ELISA GARLAND, M. ED., PLPC. Elisa Garland has a teaching certificate in Special Education from Metropolitan State University of Denver and served as a Special Education Teacher/Behavior Specialist at the secondary level for 8 years. While working as a Behavior

The Social Security Administration estimates that 56 million Americans, or 1-in-5, live with a disability1. Although people with disabilities are more likely to experience diseases and conditions at an earlier age, they have a more difficult time accessing and being included in healthcare decisions than their nondisabled peers. Research shows that individuals with intellectual disabilities must contact 50 physicians before they can find one trained to treat them2. When they do find a trained and available physician, they often face high prices for services, physical barriers to building access, and misinformation among clinical staff.

Due to these obstacles, people with disabilities often do not receive the primary and preventive care that their non-disabled peers receive. For example, women with disabilities receive less screenings for breast and cervical cancer than women without disabilities2.

As these ailments go untreated, they

become more costly and difficult for both the patients and providers to treat.

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In order to improve access to healthcare services for people with disabilities, we must empower both the patients and the providers through increased education. We can empower providers by integrating curriculum on disabilities into undergraduate degrees for healthcare professionals. We can empower patients by including them in community conversations on the healthcare policies and programs that affect all of us. By including their voices in these important decisions, we can better treat and manage the health of the whole community, not 4/5 of it.

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NUTRITION NUGGETS

Breakfast for Mom Calling all moms: are you slightly dreading the breakfast your kids might make for you to celebrate Mother’s Day? By my standards, anything short of burning down the house is a successful Mother’s Day breakfast.

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Dedicated long distance runner, passionate proponent for physical education in children, and mom of two children who happily eat vegetables!

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I love and appreciate good intentions, especially when it comes to food and family cooking together. About five years ago, my husband and kids decided they’d surprise me with a Mother’s Day breakfast.

I returned home from a most enjoyable, quiet, and peaceful long run, to two kids standing outside our front door telling me I could not come inside. Oh, how cute, they are surprising me with breakfast. A hot minute later, a police car pulls up across the street and not half a second behind, a very large, loud, siren blaring fire truck comes barreling down our street. Hmmm… curiosity peaked....WHY exactly was I not allowed back in my house and where was my husband?!

fire, just a lot of smoke, no real damage, and the fire fighters were well prepared with a good sense of humor.

To my horror, shock, and immediately evaporated good mood, the fire department and police were responding to an alarm call from OUR house. Forget the fact that I’m apparently the ONLY one who knows the security code to the alarm, WHAT kind of breakfast were these people making for me that could possibly cause a fire? And let’s just add how thankful I am that I was not being served flambé breakfast in bed! Luckily, there was no real

In sharing this cautionary tale, I would be remiss if I did not offer a recipe recommendation for your children so that you might enjoy a pleasant and healthy Mother’s Day breakfast…or with your local fire department! Cheers to all Moms!

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I invited them in for breakfast, with a smirk, they kindly declined. I was tempted to ask what they were making for breakfast at the station and if I could join them instead!

I don’t even want to know how many of these calls they respond to on Mother’s Day. Needless to say, I kicked everyone out of my kitchen and proceeded to make the remainder of the breakfast for my family without any further disaster. It’s become a treasured family moment which brings a lot of laughs, and thankfully no one makes me breakfast anymore!

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Senior STYLE DON’T FLUSH THOSE MEDS! We have all been told to get rid of medicine that is either expired or isn’t being used. Many people were given the advice to “flush” the medications that you don’t need, so that children and animals won’t accidentally take them. Interestingly, enough people did this that the Environmental Protection Agency noticed a change in the waterways- and not a good one! The medicines that were being flushed were negatively affecting fish reproduction, increasing antibiotic resistence, and even ending up in the drinking water.

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he best way to dispose of medication is through a drug take-back program offered periodically through the DEA (www.deadiversion. usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/index.html). There are other good ways, as well: If disposal instructions are provided with the other patient information, then follow those instructions.

Check with your local pharmacy, hospital, or police/fire departments for a Drug Take-Back program

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You can also empty pills (or put closed liquid in the original container) into a ziploc bag and mix with an undesirable substance, e.g. dirt, used coffee grounds, or cayenne pepper powder. Seal the bag, and discard in the garbage (FDA, 2015) Before discarding any bottles, empty or otherwise, try to remove the part of the label with your personal information on it. If that can not easily be done, use a permanent marker to mark through the label to protect your personal information.

The best time to go through the medicine cabinet is right after your birthday and your annual physical exam appointment.

“Taking inventory” is important for yourself and for your loved ones. Creating a list of medication that is being taken, along with the dosage, is tremendously helpful for individuals, family members, and even the physicians. A one day project of taking all of the medication out of the cabinet, writing down what you are taking, e.g. prescription meds, and might take, e.g. over the counter meds, has been shown to reduce the number of accidental overdoses.

After cleaning the shelves, the medicine cabinet can be organized, such that only current (non-expired) medication is returned to the cabinet. It is sometimes difficult to know if a medication should be discarded.

As time passes, medicines may lose their effectiveness, especially if they are stored in a medicine cabinet in a warm, moist bathroom. In rare cases, outdated medicines could become toxic,e.g. taking expired tetracycline (an antibiotic) can cause serious kidney problems. Here are a few simple and safe rules to follow: On prescription bottles, the label will often tell you when the medicine should be discarded.

On over-the-counter medicines and sample medicines, the expiration date (the date it should be discarded) is often printed on the label under "EXP," or stamped without ink into the bottom of a bottle, carton, or the crimp of a tube.

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CONCIERGE’S DESK

Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss in Children Having healthy hearing is vital for communication, speech, and learning.

Hearing loss is more common than we think and knowing how to prevent it has never been more important.

by Amy Kreuger, Au.D. Amy Krueger has been providing exceptional hearing care services in St. Louis since 2009. She is a licensed Audiologist and has been in the hearing care profession for over 20 years.

She received her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders from the State University of New York in 1990 and her Master’s degree in Audiology form the University of Virginia in 1998.

She completed her Doctor of Audiology degree in 2017.

Amy has a passion for helping people improve their lives through better hearing.

She is well versed in the latest hearing aid technology. She enjoys providing outreach

Even the smallest level of hearing loss can affect your child’s ability to grow or excel in school.

Hearing loss, resulting from damage to structures or fibers in the inner ear due to loud noises, is termed Noise Induced Hearing Loss. An estimated 5.2 million children ages 6-9 years suffer permanent damage to their hearing due to excessive exposure to loud noise. The good news is that hearing loss caused by exposure to loud sounds is preventable.

Our hearing healthcare professionals at Belsono Hearing Centers in St. Louis, MO have put together some helpful tips to help prevent hearing loss in your child:

1. Make it fun Educate your children on the importance of their hearing health and how fragile it can be.

Children are inquisitive and love learning new things, so find ways to make learning about their hearing health fun. Create an enjoyable experiment or project where you can review the anatomy of the ear and explore how loud sounds damage hearing.

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2. Protect Their Ears Encourage your children to protect their hearing with ear plugs when attending concerts or when doing chores, like mowing the lawn. This is also important for infants and toddlers. When attending parties with loud music or firework displays with your little ones, make sure you protect their hearing with protective earmuffs.

3. Take Control For older children, create rules for volume levels when they are playing video games, watching T.V., or listening to music. There are apps that you can download to your children’s devices which will help you set limits to how loud they can adjust the volume. For younger children, try buying toys that have volume control and set them to the lowest volume.

The earlier you begin to protect your child’s hearing, the more likely they will be to develop good habits when it comes to their hearing health.

Benefits of Hearing Aids for Adults

At Belsono Hearing Centers in St. Louis, MO we know how beneficial using hearing aids can be for someone with hearing loss. The benefits aren’t always obvious, so here are the top three benefits of using hearing aids:

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3. Better Quality of Life:

If you suffer from hearing loss, wearing hearing aids can help keep you productive and growing steadily in your career. Research by the Better Hearing Institute found that untreated hearing loss can reduce annual earning by as much as $30,000.

Hearing aids can help you live your best life!

Studies have found that individuals who use hearing aids to correct their hearing loss have a better quality of life compared to those who don’t.

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JEWISH

HOLIDAY EXPLAINED

Shavuot (in 2018)

Beginning at sunset on Saturday, May 19th, and ending at nightfall on Monday, May 21st, this holiday focuses on the giving of the Torah to the Jewish people. On the holiday of Shavuot, (or Shavuos, which is an alternate pronunciation), we celebrate the acceptance of the Torah by the Jewish people by staying up all night learning Torah, and eating dairy foods. It is one long allnighter, with a review of the Ten Commandments, laws of keeping Kosher, and much more!

The word “Shavuot” has two meanings: 1) weeks , 2) oaths.

The holiday of Shavuot marks the end of seven weeks since Passover. Jewish people recognize that around the 6th day of the month of Sivan, an oath was made; that G-d swore eternal devotion, and in return Jewish people pledged everlasting loyalty.

While it is traditional to end the holiday with two meals, one dairy and then later a meat dinner, with two different loaves of bread, often people ask, “Why a dairy holiday?”

Here are 7 discussable answers:

Reason 1: On Shabbat at Mount Sinai, when the Jewish people received the Torah, there were instructions for how to slaughter animals and prepare the meat and cookware.

This made all of the previous cookware non-kosher. Since it was Shabbat, and the work to make things kosher could not be done, the alternative was to eat dairy.

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Reason 2: The Torah references a “land of milk and honey”, Israel.

Hence sweet, dairy foods are eaten.

Reason 3: Torah can be thought of as an analogy for “milk”. Milk is complete sustenance needed for the baby as Torah is spiritual nourishment for the soul.

Reason 4: Numbers are very important. The gematria (numerical value) of the Hebrew word for milk, chalev, is 40 (8+30+2).

Dairy foods are eaten on Shavuot to remember the 40 days that Moses spent on Mount Sinai. Moses spent 40 days, each of 3 times.

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Reason 6: Before that day at Mount Sinai, dairy had not been an allowable food source.

Reason 7: A break is taken from eating meat to demonstrate commitment to the mitzvah of the Torah being given to the Jewish people.

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& ME DADDY DR. JESSE KAVADLO Photo by Spoonful of Sugar Photography.

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SANDWICHED IN THE MIDDLE

hen my wife and I were expecting our first child, we imagined our future girl would look just like her, all hazel almond eyes and reddish ringlets. Our future boy would be a brown button-eyed teddy bear like me. It was a cartoon pipedream in the style of “Lady and the Tramp” where the pups are perfect copies of the same-gender parent. “Little Me’s and You’s,” we called them, a term that made us laugh, sounding like an iffy off-brand cereal.

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That first boy surprised us with his recessive sky blue eyes, but he was content and bookish and reminded us of us, so all was well. But then three and a half years later, our next boy was not the same. He shared his brother’s twinkly blues, but by his third birthday he felt less like a Little Me and You than his own fully formed self, buoyant, blunt, sometimes brash. Although he was one of only two kids for six years, even before we had our third, Dorian was, somehow, born a middle child.

Ah, middle children. Everyone knows the stereotypes: parents see them as stubborn and demanding; middles themselves feel unacknowledged and unappreciated. Our language doesn’t help: middling (dictionary: “moderate”), middle of the road (“bland”), caught in the middle (“involved in a disagreement with other people”), middle school (“the worst years of one’s life”—sorry, that’s not the dictionary; that’s just me). And while I don’t buy birth order theories, the middle child stereotype held.

Every video I have from those years looks the same—a little hand blocking the lens as I try to keep my voiceover cool: “Dorian is now 3. Dorian, stop trying to grab the camera.” Cut to static.

“Dorian is now 4. Dorian, stop trying to grab the camera.” Static; a slightly larger hand: “Dorian is now 5. Dorian, stop trying to grab the camera.”

Then, once he got a little older, he changed tacks, disappearing every time I tried to take a picture.

He was still camera shy* for last year’s family visit to Grant’s Farm, resulting in a social media post with plenty of “the one in the middle looks like you” jibes:

Yet middles are not really aloof and detached— that’s llamas. The outgoing toddler turned into a personable teen. True, he’s as likely to assuage his little sister’s fears as to cause them, like the time he duct-taped a giant rubber tarantula to the bedroom ceiling in the middle of the night. But once Dorian entered middle school, he changed.

He got tall—taller than his brother, now taller than me—and more importantly, he grew up.

He made great friends, became an avid reader of dystopian fiction, a manga artist, and a meme master. He cracks the books and cracks jokes.

He learned the trombone—the comic relief of the brasswinds—and played ballads from “The Legend of Zelda” on the piano. I never think of him as a middle child anymore, or as anything other than himself.

When I think back, now two decades ago, I realize I’ve grown up, too. To catalogue the ways in which one’s child, even a middle child, is like or unlike his parents is a vain fancy, not a measure of what a child is, or may become. It’s is as futile as flour and sugar wanting credit for the Oreo. They may have made the Oreo, even be a part of it, but with warmth and time, the cookie transforms, its ingredients no longer recognizable.

It is something entirely different, and so much sweeter. And everyone knows that the best part of the Oreo is the cream in the middle.

*Dorian read this column and said he just didn’t feel well that day.

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COOKING

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½ cup all-purpose flo ur ½ cup whole wheat flo ur ½ cup quick oats 1 Tablespoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 large egg ¾ cup orange juice ½ cup nonfat milk

2 Tablespoons canola oil Non-stick cooking spr ay

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In a large bowl, com bine flours, oats, bak ing

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BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314576-3688.

Temple Tots at United Hebrew

5/1 10am-11:30am This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome.

13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE

Chair Yoga

5/1 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-4423255.

Butterfly House: Free Admission Mornings

5/1 10am-12pm First Tuesday of every month, for STL City/County Residents, come see this butterfly zoo! (No strollers permitted.)

15193 OLIVE BLVD. 63017 FREE

Twilight Tuesdays: A Tribute to New Edition by Project X

5/1 6pm-8pm Come dressed in your favorite ’80s hip-hop fashion for a chance to win a gift certificate to the Missouri History Museum Shop! During each concert, kids can enjoy free face painting and a strolling magician from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Families are also invited to step inside the Museum and play in the History Clubhouse, a space especially designed for kids where they can learn about St. Louis History in a hands-on way.

5/2 9:30am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.

You are welcome to stay for Shabbat.

SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.

314-569-0048

Curiousity Lab

5/2 4pm-5pm Calling all young scientists! Drop by the Children's Area on the first Wednesday of every month for a fun hands-on science activity.

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

Lag BaOmer Celebration

5/2 5:30pm-8:30pm Join Bais Abraham Congregation, Bnei Akiva, Shevet Keshet, and Torah MiTzion Kollel for a Lag BaOmer celebration for people of all ages!

Children’s activities start at 5:30 pm.

Etai and Caroline Goldenberg also invite you at this time to share in the upsherin (first haircut) of their son, Amichai. Dinner (Israeli falafel) and the bonfire will start at 6:15 pm.

6910 DELMAR BLVD, 63130 $5 PER PERSON, PLEASE RSVP TO OFFICE@BAISABE.COM

Lag B'Omer Annual Bonfire and Talent Show

5/2 6:30pm-8:30pm Hotdog dinner, music, bonfire, and special treats for all! Sign up for the first ever Kol Rinah Talent Show! All ages and talent types welcome!

2 minute maximum please. To be held between food and fire. Email your name, contact info and talent to Tony Granillo at granillo327@ gmail.com.

829 N. HANLEY RD, 63130 $5 PER PERSON, PLEASE RSVP AT KOLRINAHSTL.ORG

Friday

Social Media: How the Kids are Using it and What it all Means

5/3 7pm-9pm Webster University Professor Julie Smith will present on topics such as the most current research on social media and students; the social anxiety it causes; specifics of laws and terms of service; the importance of coping skills; ways to protect digital identity; techniques for spotting misinformation; personal branding; and good vs. bad apps.

SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH DAY SCHOOL, 348 S. MASON RD, 63141 FREE

Youth Fishing Lessons

5/3 4:30pm-6pm Ages 8- 15 yrs. Join a St. Louis County Park Ranger to learn the basics of fishing. Children will learn how to tie knots, identify a variety of fish species. Fishing equipment will be provided. Space is limited.

SUSON PARK, 6073 WELLS RD $6 PER PERSON. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL (314) 615-4386

Super Smash Bros Wii U

5/3 6pm-8pm Join us for a night of Super Smash Bros Wii U! Bring your own controller or use ours. Ages 11 to 14.

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

Ladies' Knight

5/3 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve.

Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

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

Baby N Me

5/4 10am-11:30am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. As always, you are welcome to stay for Shabbat.

SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.

Seniors

Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun!

Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.

Baby N Me

Thursday

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Open Play

5/4 10:30am-11:30am Where creativity and Imagination meet! You and your child can play and use your imaginations as you have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment JCC FOX BUILDING COMPLEX, 16801 BAXTER RD. FREE

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Wednesday

Historic Soulard Market

5/4 7am-5pm The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round 730 CARROLL STREET, 63104

Urban Fort Play Cafe

5/4 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.

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

St. Louis Story festival event with PJ Library and Brodsky Library

5/4 4pm-5:30pm A collaboration between the St. Louis annual Storytelling festival, Brodsky library, and PJ library. Join us for a story and activities, fun for the whole family!

JCC, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR , 63146 FREE

NORTH LAWN, MO HISTORY MUSEUM FREE. FOOD FOR PURCHASE.

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Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

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Schools & Synagogues

Tuesday

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CRC Rainbow

Seniors

5/5 10am-11:30am

5/6 10am-12pm

MONSTER MACHINES DAY & BICYCLE SKILLS COURSE

Keeper Talks

5/5 9am-12pm

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See a police car, bulldozer, fire truck and more up close during this “hands on” event. Climb in, look around and let your imagination take you for a ride! Kids can also visit our bicycle skills course and go for a “real” ride to test their skills (kids are encouraged to bring their own bike).

Our certified cycling instructor will be available to assist with the course and bike fittings.

DES PERES PARK PARKING LOT FREE

Native American Storytelling

Jewish

5/5 2pm-3pm Gayle Ross, as part of the 36th Annual St. Louis Storytelling Festival sponsored by University of Missouri - St. Louis. She is a descendent of John Ross, principal chief of the Cherokee Nation during and after the infamous Trail of Tears of the late 1830s.

CAHOKIA MOUNDS, 30 RAMEY ST, IL 62234

Schools & Synagogues

Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School

Open to the entire community, offered once a month for families with young children prior to entering Pre-K. These sessions are designed to create, and enhance, a Jewish home through music, art, stories, play, and group experiences.

5020 WATERMAN BLVD, 63108 FREE

Deer Night Hike

5/5 8pm-9:30pm Take an easy hike on paved trails through Jefferson Barracks Park to see the deer as they feed and move about the park- we may even see the new fawns! You’ll also have a chance to learn about the deer and touch artifacts. Dress for the weather and bring a light source. Must be able to walk 2 miles.

CALENDAR

Sunday

345 NORTH RD. $6 PER PERSON. REGISTRATION SUGGESTED.

At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm.

457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION

5/6 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

Sunday Chess Classes 5/6

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

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

Walking Tour, Laumeier Sculpture Park

5/6 2pm-3pm Laumeier tours are interactive and designed to engage participants in the relationship between art and nature. Tours are led by trained Laumeier Docents and last approximately one hour.

ARONSON FINE ARTS CENTER, 12580 ROTT RD, 63127 $5 PER PERSON, AGES 4+.

Mirowitz STEAM Studio for Busy Bees 5/6 9:30am-11:30am Join us for a morning of BEE-themed STEAM. You and your preschoolaged child (ages 3-5) will participate together in hands-on discovery stations that activate critical thinking skills and transform busy bees into scientists and engineers. • Engineer a pollinator • Code bee robots to help them nd their home • Enjoy bee stories with PJ Library.

848 MASON RD, 63141 FREE

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Monday

Open Play

5/7 9:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under.

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

Urban Fort Play Cafe

5/7 9am-4pm Our perfectly designed play space is an excellent environment where your kiddos can explore, learn, and discover. Parent supervision is required. With this in mind, our space is set up so that you can have eyes on your child from every angle, while still remaining comfortable in your chair.

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

St Louis Zoo

5/7 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Lap Time

5/7 9:30am-10:30am Join us for stories, songs and play time to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 0-36 months. Adult must accompany child.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE

Israeli Folk Dancing

5/7 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun!

MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

8 9 10 11 Tuesday

Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

5/8 9:15am-10:15am Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun!

Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.

BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314576-3688.

Temple Tots at United Hebrew

5/8 10am-11:30am This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome.

13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE

Wednesday

5/9 9:30am-10:45am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity. As always, you are welcome to stay for Shabbat.

60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County.

SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.

314-569-0048

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

5/9 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Water Waddlers

NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J

Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! 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.

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314-4423255.

Word 1

5/8 2pm-4pm Learn the basics of text entry and editing, plus opening and saving documents using Microsoft Word.

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

Tuesday Tails

5/8 10:30am-11am Come for story time. No reservations are necessary, and all are welcome to attend class. Stories will be appropriate for children ages 2-5 years.

1705 S. HANLEY ROAD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63144 FREE

Friday

St Louis Carousel at Faust Park

Baby N Me

Chair Yoga

5/8 11am-12pm

Thursday

5/9 10:30am-12pm

1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7

Wine Down Wednesday

5/9 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine!

DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124

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

5/10 10am-4pm

15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.

Suson Farm

5/10 10:30am-5pm Working animal farm, fishing, and a playground! Come see this STL treasure that opened to the public in 1964!

6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE

Ladies' Knight

5/10 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve.

Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

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

Interfaith Couples Wine Tasting

5/10 6pm-10pm Come to meet other interfaith couples for a night full of flavor and fun! Sample different wines, nosh on appetizers, and decorate your own Kiddush cup to take home CONGREGATION TEMPLE ISRAEL, #1 RABBI ALVAN D. RUBIN DR., 63141 $10 PER PERSON

Baby N Me

5/11 10am-11:30am Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and gentle activity.

As always, you are welcome to stay for Shabbat.

SHIRLEE GREEN PRESCHOOL AT CONGREGATION SHAARE EMETH, 11645 LADUE ROAD, RM 8 FREE TO MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS.

314-569-0048

Temple Emanuel Tot Shabbat

5/11 10am-10:45am An exciting new twice-a-month Friday morning program for tots 6 months to 3 years with a parent or other adult. It'll be a Shabbat-themed class of singing, learning and moving with your little one.

12166 CONWAY ROAD, 63141 FREE AND OPEN TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY

Museum of Transportation

5/11 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.

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

Zoo Friends Day

5/11 3pm-8pm Zoo member enjoy special activities, entertainment, "freebies", and more.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE, DINNER IS EXTRA.

Bat Survey Presentation

5/11 7:30pm-9:30pm Join the City of Crestwood and Vona Kuczynska to learn how wildlife biologist survey bats using mist nets, down by the Quarry in Whitecliff Park. If bats are captured, participants will get the opportunity to see how bats are measured and identified. Participants will also learn how bats are tagged and tracked using tiny transmitters. Please bring a headlamp or a flashlight.

9245 WHITECLIFF PARK LN, 63126 FREE

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Jewish Spiritual Parenting Discussion

Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School

Kol Rinah is excited to offer a new class for parents, led by Rabbi Jessica Shafrin. Discuss how our prayer tradition can provide us new tools for parenting, and how being a parent can add meaning to our spiritual life. Babysitting offered.

At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm.

829 N. HANLEY RD, 63130

457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION

31st Annual Art Fair

Sunday Chess Classes

Produced in partnership with STL County Parks; event proceeds support the nonprofit’s mission of engaging the community through art and nature. featuring local food and beverage vendors, hands-on activities for kids, live music and up to 150 juried artists from across the country exhibiting work in ten media categories: ceramics, fiber/textiles, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography/digital, printmaking/ drawing, sculpture and wood.

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

Seniors

5/12 9:30am-10:30am

Secular

5/12 10am-8pm

LAUMEIER, 12580 ROTT ROAD $10 PER PERSON

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

Jewish

5/12 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

12th Annual Baby-Kid Expo

Schools & Synagogues

5/12 9am-3pm Come connect with the leading businesses and services in our area.

Be ready to shop and enter to win fabulous prizes!

ST. CHARLES CONVENTION CENTER 1 CONVENTION CENTER PLZ, ST CHARLES, MO 63303 FREE

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Sunday

Historic Soulard Market

5/12 7am-5pm The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round 730 CARROLL STREET, 63104

5/13 10am-12pm

5/13

starting from 1 pm

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

Family Sunday at St. Louis Art Museum

5/13 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

Aish Hebrew School Open House

5/13 10am-12pm Parents, come and see why our kids don't want to miss it! Sign your kids up for the 2018/2019 school year. AISH HEBREW SCHOOL: The fun Sunday school kids love! For Jews from all backgrounds - No membership required For more information, please contact our Hebrew School Director, Mrs. Rachael Kornblum at 314-862-2474 or rbk7320@yahoo.com 457 N. WOODS MILL RD, 63017 FREE

Yom Yerushalayim celebration for children

5/13 12pm-3pm Join us for an afternoon of hands on learning, snacks, play and fun to celebrate Yom Yerushalayim. We will have stations and activities for all children's age groups. This event is co-sponsored by Nusach Hari B'nai Zion, Torah Mitzion, and PJ Library.

650 N PRICE RD, 63132 FREE

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Open Play

5/14 9:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under.

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

Crochet for a Cause: Operation Gratitude

5/14 10am-11:30am Join us to make scarves for Operation Gratitude - a charity that provides care packages to U.S Troops, First Responders and Veterans. Please bring a Size J hook and washable medium weight yarn in a subtle color(s).

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

Urban Fort Play Cafe

5/14 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

St Louis Zoo

5/14 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

HMLC ART and WRITING CONTEST CEREMONY

5/14 7pm-8pm Sponsored by the Gall family.

12 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR., 63146 FREE

Israeli Folk Dancing

5/14 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun!

MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

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Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

5/15 9:15am-10:15am Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun!

Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.

BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.

Temple Tots at United Hebrew

5/15 10am-11:30am This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome.

13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE

Chair Yoga

5/15 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J. RSVP to Laura at 314-442-3255 ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CALL 314-994-3300

Budding Artists

5/15 1pm-2pm Ages 3- 6. A preschool art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product.

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

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Water Waddlers

Urban Fort Play Cafe

Farm Friday

Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! 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.

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.

Join us for some fun, like pony rides, hayrides, barn tours, face painting, fishing, candle making and peddle cars/bean bag toss area! You can enjoy these crafts and festive experiences at Suson’s Farm.

5/16 9:30am-10:30am

1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7

Museum of Transportation

5/16 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.

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

Discovery Club

5/16 4:30pm-5:30pm Ages 7-11. There's a whole world of wonder to explore. Through projects, experiments and activities, we will navigate through the sciences to figure out the whys and hows of this big, beautiful universe we live in.

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

Wine Down Wednesday

5/16 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

5/17 9am-4pm

5/18 10am-1pm

6073 WELLS ROAD, 63128 FREE

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

St Louis Carousel at Faust Park

Grant's Farm

60 hand carved horses and four deer, located within a climatecontrolled building inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County.

5/17 9am-3:30pm 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.

10501 GRAVOIS ROAD, 63123 ADMISSION IS FREE, ATTRACTIONS AND PARKING VARY.

2 yr old story time

5/17 10am-11am Join us for stories, songs and play time to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 years. Adult must accompany child.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE

Ladies' Knight

5/17 6:30pm-7:30pm

5/18 10am-4pm

15189 OLIVE BLVD. CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 RIDES ARE $2/PERSON OR $5 FOR THREE RIDES. CHILDREN UNDER 1 ARE FREE WITH A PAID ADULT.

St Louis Zoo

5/18 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

St Louis Science Center

5/18 9:30am-4:30pm We put the element of fun into science.

5050 OAKLAND AVE. FREE

Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve.

Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

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

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Tower Grove Farmer's Market

Seniors

5/19 8am-12:30pm

5/20 10am-12pm At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm.

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

Kids Day at Cahokia Mounds

5/19 8am-12pm Enjoy free admission to the Garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings before noon. Proof of residency is required.

Secular

Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School

Come and find the best farmers in the region as well as creators of unique and handcrafted foods, and local artists and artisans. Stay for the live music, free yoga and QiGong, and to play in beautiful Tower Grove Park.

CENTER CROSS DR. 63116

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Keeper Talks

5/19 9am-10am Meet outside the Wildlife Hospital at 9 am and join our keepers as they feed and water our birds. Learn what they are, how they got here, and what they all eat.

WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY FREE

Museum of Transportation

Jewish

Sunday

5/19 9am-4pm Public tours, self-guided tours, miniature train, handcars.

Schools & Synagogues

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

457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION

5/20 11am-4pm This special event offers handson activities, crafts, games, and storytelling for kids of all ages.

Activites include; spear throwing with atlatl, face painting, flintknapping, chunkey game, pelt identification, pottery making, and corn darts.

CAHOKIA MOUNDS, 30 RAMEY ST, IL 62234 FREE, WITH FOOD TO PURCHASE.

Sunday Chess Classes 5/20

starting from 1 pm

Beginners to advanced level classes for both kids and adults

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

Shavuot Family Picnic

5/20 5pm Join Kol Rinah families for a fun Shavuot Family Picnic! Bring dinner for your family and a dessert to share. We will have a fun evening of eating, schmoozing, field games, and enjoying the playground. Please bring a picnic blanket (there are no tables at Mooney Park). There is no cost, but please bring a dessert to share.

CALENDAR

MOONEY/JACKSON PARK, BETWEEN DELMAR AND AMHERST IN UCITY

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Open Play

5/21 9:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under.

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

Lone Elk Park

5/21 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

St Louis Zoo

5/21 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Israeli Folk Dancing

5/21 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun!

MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

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Wednesday

5/22 9:15am-10:15am

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun! Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.

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

Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@ BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.

Temple Tots at United Hebrew

5/22 10am-11:30am This is a free playgroup for children up to age 3 and a caring adult. Make new friends, play, and celebrate being Jewish! Members and non members are welcome.

13788 CONWAY RD, 63141 FREE

Bring Your Own: iPad and iPhone Basics 1

5/22 9:30am-11:30am 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, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Chair Yoga

5/22 11am-12pm NORC event. Meet at The Gathering Place at the J

5/23 8am-12pm

Teen Advisory Group

Urban Fort Play Cafe

Ages 12-18. Your library, the way you want it. Join TAG to share ideas, meet friends, and make the library your own while earning volunteer hours! Snacks provided.

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

5/24 7pm-8pm

5/25 9am-4pm

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE

Story Time

Water Waddlers

Join us for stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 years. Adult must accompany child.

Spend quality time splashing and playing with your little ones during this great morning activity before it gets too hot! 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.

Storytelling in the Museum

Grant's Farm

MO HISTORY MUSEUM, 5700 LINDELL BLVD, 63112 FREE

5/23 10am-11am

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

The Dirt on Dirt

5/23 4:30pm-5:30pm Ages 7-10 years, Find out how dirt made your lunch, investigate a worm's habitat, and even meet a few new wiggly friends. Presented by Saint Louis Zoo. ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY: HEADQUARTERS FREE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Wine Down Wednesday

5/23 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine!

Twilight Tuesdays: Queens Blvd

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

Rock some 80's hair-dos, then enter the best ’80s fashion contest for a chance to win a gift certificate to the Missouri History Museum Shop!

Friday

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR RSVP TO LAURA AT 314442-3255.

5/22 6pm-8pm

Thursday

DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124

5/24 9:30am-10:30am

1050 DES PERES RD, 63131 $0- $7

5/24 9:00am-3:30pm 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.

10501 GRAVOIS ROAD, 63123 ADMISSION IS FREE, ATTRACTIONS AND PARKING VARY.

Ladies' Knight

5/24 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve.

Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

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

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

5/25 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.

Theme: Mindful Buddies.

Healthworks!

5/25 9:30am-4:30pm World's Largest Teeth, Interactive Dude, Dental Health theatre, Mock Health Offices, Healthworks! Kitchen, Farmers' Market, and more exhibits and shows! Come play and learn!

1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 $7 PER PERSON.

Jungle Boogie Concert Series

5/25 5pm-8pm Funky Butt Brass Band has been repeatedly voted the Best Soul/Funk band by the Riverfront Times.

STL ZOO FREE

NORTH LAWN, MO HISTORY MUSEUM FREE. FOOD FOR PURCHASE.

First Art

5/22 10am-11am Ages 18-36 months, with an adult. A toddler art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to be messy.

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

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Jewish Spiritual Parenting Discussion

Aish Hebrew School and Adult Sunday School

Kol Rinah is excited to offer a new class for parents, led by Rabbi Jessica Shafrin. Discuss how our prayer tradition can provide us new tools for parenting, and how being a parent can add meaning to our spiritual life. Babysitting offered.

At Aish, our kids love coming to Hebrew school because we teach them to love Judaism. We combine a rich learning environment with fun and enthusiasm.

Free Admission Mornings for STL City/County Residents

Historic Soulard Market

Seniors

5/26 9:30am-10:30am

829 N. HANLEY RD, 63130

5/26 8am-12pm

Secular

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

MO BOTANICAL GARDENS, 4344 SHAW BLVD,63110

Saturday Morning Cartoon Experience at Saga Toys

5/26 9am Come enjoy cereal and old school cartoons! Invite all your family and friends for a throwback Saturday Morning Cartoon Experience!!

7575 S LINDBERGH BLVD, 63125 FREE

Strawberries at Thierbach Orchards and Berry Farm

Jewish

Sunday

5/26 9am-5pm Come pick strawberries, visit our barnyard friends, and have some family fun!

Schools & Synagogues

18427 STATE HWY 47, 63357 VARIES

5/27 10am-12pm

457 N. WOODS MILL RD., CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 AFFORDABLE TUITION

5/27 7am-5pm The market has hot food, bakeries, produce, flowers and even a pet shop. The market is open year round 730 CARROLL STREET, 63104

Sunday Chess Classes 5/27

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.

Come help clean up the Washington Park Cemetery

5/27 1:30pm-3:30pm Please join the MIrowitz students as they help repair the world, and help the community by cleaning up the Washington Park Cemetery.

JUST OFF NATURAL BRIDGE ROAD NEAR ST. LOUIS LAMBERT INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. FREE, BUT DONATIONS APPRECIATED.

Monday

Open Play

5/28 9:30am-11:30am Where creativity and imagination meet! Open up to a world of new friends and new families where you and your child play and use your imaginations as you play and have fun in a relaxed, non-structured environment, Ages 5 and under.

JCC STAENBERG COMPLEX, 2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DR FREE

St Louis County Greek Fest

5/28 11am-8pm Whether you're of Greek descent or just love ethnic cuisine, our Greek Fest is a lively environment destination in which you can experience the Greek community's deeply rooted traditions and heritage.

1755 DES PERES ROAD, 63131 FREE, FOOD FOR PURCHASE

Urban Fort Play Cafe

5/28 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

Aish Memorial Day BBQ

5/28 2pm-6pm Enjoy a playground, walking trail and baseball game between Rabbi Greenwald’s and Rabbi David’s teams. Kids, cool off in the splash pad (don’t forget your towel and a change of clothes). At 4 pm, we’ll serve a delicious bbq dinner (including the famous Romanian hotdogs from Chicago).

CALENDAR

MILLENNIUM PARK, 2 BARNES WEST DR., 63141 FREE TO PLAY, FOOD TO BUY.

Israeli Folk Dancing

5/28 8:30pm-11pm Come learn how to dance, socialize, and have fun!

MIROWITZ, 848 MASON RD, 63141 $5 PER PERSON

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Zumba Babies at B'nai Amoona ECC

5/29 9:15am-10:15am Zumba Babies combines music, dance, bonding, learning, and fun!

Parent (adult) / Chld Class with Dina Haviv (parent, grandparent,nanny etc) For babies birth - 2 years old.

BNAI AMOONA, 324 S MASON RD, 63141 FREE BUT RSVP NECESSARY, PAM@BNAIAMOONA.COM 314-576-3688.

St Louis Zoo

5/29 9am-5pm The St Louis Zoo is recognized as a leading zoo in animal management, research, conservation, and education.

1 GOVERNMENT DR, 63110 FREE

Tuesday Tails

5/29 10:30am-11am Come for story time. No reservations are necessary, and all are welcome to attend class. Stories will be appropriate for children ages 2-5 years.

1705 S. HANLEY ROAD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63144 FREE

Twilight Tuesdays: A Tribute to Beyonce by Taynka

5/29 6pm-8pm Snap a picture at a photobooth with Beyoncé-inspired props, then check out Niki + Miche’s mobile fashion boutique. During each concert, kids can enjoy free face painting and a strolling magician from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Families are also invited to step inside the Museum and play in the History Clubhouse, a space especially designed for kids where they can learn about St. Louis History in a hands-on way.

Wednesday

Thursday

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Healthworks!

Explore the basics, including signing in and replying to, forwarding and composing email messages using Gmail.

World's Largest Teeth, Interactive Dude, Dental Health theatre, Mock Health Offices, Healthworks! Kitchen, Farmers' Market, and more exhibits and shows! Come play and learn!

5/30 9:30am-11:30am

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

Urban Fort Play Cafe

5/30 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

Story Time

5/30 10am-11am Join us for stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 years. Adult must accompany child.

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

Wine Down Wednesday

5/30 6pm Join all of us every Wednesday for fabulous guest instructors and wine!

5/31 9:30am-4:30pm

1100 MACKLIND AVE, 63110 $7 PER PERSON.

2 yr old story time

5/31 10am-11am Join us for stories, songs and play time to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 years. Adult must accompany child.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS BRANCH FREE

Strawberries at Thierbach Orchards and Berry Farm

5/31 9am-5pm Come pick strawberries, visit our barnyard friends, and have some family fun!

18427 STATE HWY 47, 63357 VARIES

Ladies' Knight

5/31 6:30pm-7:30pm Open to women of all ages; the perfect class to learn and improve.

Taught by IM Irene Sukandar and WGM Katerina Nemcova

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

DIMVALOO ACTIVE LIVING, 8813 LADUE RD., 63124

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

NORTH LAWN, MO HISTORY MUSEUM FREE. FOOD FOR PURCHASE.

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Whole Food Is Medicine

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

We aim to transform individuals into their healthiest self through a whole food first approach to eating combined with healthy lifestyle behavior changes. Owned by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Dr. Amy Knoblock-Hahn, we recognize your first wealth is your health and your second wealth is your time. We offer real time virtual appointments and e-consults for weight loss and weight management, prediabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol, and general health, wellness, and disease prevention.

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NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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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!

Unlock Potential Locksmith

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Renee Dudding risemastl@gmail.com 636-226-6599 risemastl

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For Little's and their Grown-ups. Urban Fort is a coffeehouse with 1200 sq ft of play space for kiddos aged 0-7. We provide the perfect place for parents to relax with a friend or a good book while their kids are fully entertained by a custom built train table, play fort, pretend farmer's market, dress up area, & much more!!

At St. Louis Dancewear you will discover beautiful dance basics, a variety of dance shoes, and modern dance fashion plus a selection of unique gifts. We carry Gaynor Minden, Russian Pointe, and Wear Moi Omega pointe shoes - please call to schedule a fitting. Drop off gently used dancewear, shoes, or costumes for Traveling Tutus and EM's Spotlight. Follow us on social media for upcoming sales and promotions

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Sarah Haimann, MSW, LCSW haimann.counseling@gmail.com 314-266-9828 8008 Carondelet Ave., Suite 104, Clayton 63105

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I am now offering my expertise in all aspects of disability to parents, self advocates, companies, religious groups, and communities. From initial diagnosis to the school system to transition-to-adulthood and beyond, I am available to help anyone who wants to empower themselves to advocate for their children (or themselves).

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Specializing in guiding students through all phases of higher education planning, our consultants assist with high school curriculum planning, college selection, college application assistance, scholarship searches, college visit planning, test prep advice, and tutoring. The path to higher education can be a winding road. Without a solid sense of direction, many students end up taking expensive detours. With over 25 years of experience in higher education, our team is dedicated to helping you navigate the road ahead. Visit our website to schedule your free consultation. warfield@compassacademics.com 319-321-9968 Compass Academics www.compassacademics.com

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314-291-2131

I am a locally-owned and operated, mobile locksmith, who enjoys giving my customers friendly & exceptional service. I arrive on time, respect my client's privacy & find the most effective & most affordable solution to my customers' residential, commercial & automotive needs. Unlike many companies who hire contractors "as-needed", I personally provide fast & reliable locksmith service.

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Eyal's Bread Learn the secrets of creating Sourdough bread at home! I'm offering hands-on Sourdough bread baking workshops which I'll be sharing everything you need to know about Artisan Sourdough bread baking and maintaining your very own Sourdough.

Eyal Ben Avraham  314-556-7006  eyalsbread 

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Bouyant Float Spa

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A tranquil place to relax mind & body. Float for 60 minutes in 200 gallons of water mixed with 850 pounds of medical-grade Epsom salt. Buoyant Spa’s clean pods are the only pods in the market that empty out in-between each floater.

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New listing for May Listed in April Turning 1 year old!

Vitaly Neimer info@powerfulchess.com www.PowerfulChess.com PowerfulChess

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Better Office Furniture We provide affordable, high quality office furniture to small through large businesses.

We even have a free, space planning service.

314-266-9083 3711 Mueller Rd, St. Charles, MO 63301 www.BetterOfficeFurniture.com Better Office Furniture

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The Pet Nanny, St Louis The Pet Nanny St. Louis is a concierge pet care service providing dog walking, pet sitting, drop-ins and overnights. Bonded and insured, their slogan is When You're Away, I Will Stay! iris@thepetnannystlouis.com 314.495.3017 www.ThePetNannyStLouis.com ThePetNannyStLouis

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Jasper Insurance Agency We are dedicated to educating and empowering clients, like you, to confidently choose the insurance coverage that best protects your family, assets, and finances.

In addition to providing a personalized approach to your insurance needs, we pride ourselves on consistently delivering a pleasant and efficient client experience. ajasper@farmersagent.com 314-403-1744 https://agents.farmers.com/ajasper ajasperfarmersagent

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Amp Up Action Park St. Louis' newest indoor entertainment venue.

Join us for high-performance karting, an elevated ropes course challenge, threelevel laser tag and massive arcade gaming.

Suitable for large and small groups of multiple generations. Trackside Tavern available for guests 21 and older.

314-439-8008  13901 Manchester Road, 63011  www.ampupactionpark.com 

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Salads to Your Door

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Under new ownership, come check out what you can do! (Including talit bags and kippot.)

We are your one stop needlepoint shop specializing in the best selection of threads, beads, books, classes, workshops, notions and canvas.

thedropstoppers@gmail.com  TheDropStopper  www.thedropstoppers.com 

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The Needlepoint Clubhouse

314-432-2555 717 N. New Ballas Rd, 63141 www.needlepointclubhouse.com The Needlepoint Clubhouse

All parents can agree that picking up toys and bottles off the floor when you are out and about with your toddlers is FRUSTRATING. The Drop Stoppers is your answer! This easy to clean, safe product is a sanity saver for parents and a colorfully fun toy for kids.

Locally owned and created, our mission is to make life just a little easier for parents of young ones. Check us out!

Genny Lobonc Billhartz, music director gen@shockcityschool.com 314-750-9395 www.shockcityschool.com shockcityschool

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Outstanding floral designs and gourmet sweets for every occasion, including weddings, anniversaries and holidays. We design gift baskets large and small to create one-of-a-kind gifts.

Flamencoflowers@gmail.com  314-456-6027  FlamencoFlowersSweets 

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The Drop Stoppers

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NOW OPEN- An affiliate of the most trusted recording studio in St. Louis, Shock City Studios!

Our unique and classic music school is located within Shock City Studios, which offers a one of a kind music lesson experience. We offer private guitar, piano, and voice lessons for all ages and abilities and Mommy & Me classes for children 3 months - 3 years. Shock City School of Music also offers performance training, studio training, and recording.

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Exclusive private and group chess lessons online and in person, by a chess International Master and certified professional chess coach.

As a national champion with over 25+ years of experience, I offer innovative training methods, in a powerful program that fits all ages and levels.

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Powerful Chess, LLC

Introducing advanced techniques early to children, laying the foundation in Robotics, Cyber securities, Biometrics, 3D printing. Kids can then creatively think of better and cooler solutions and gain a competitive advantage for tomorrow. suparba@tymemachine.org 314-677-8816 14137 Clayton Road, Town and Country, MO 63017 www.tymemachine.org

(314) 720-8557, (636) 552-4140  9603 Manchester Road, 63119  and 703 Long Rd Crossing Dr, 63005 www.buoyantspa.com 

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No time to prepare healthy meals?! No worries!

Salads to Your Door provides you with a weekly delivery of 5 "full meal gourmet salads" straight to your door. Perfect to take to eat on the go or at home and conveniently priced, each salad provides you with a healthy balance of veggies, proteins, healthy fats to help you stay healthy, feel energized and lose weight.

Chanala Rubenfeld chanalar@gmail.com www.salads2yourdoor.com busy and healthy moms

St. Louis Jewish Parents

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Become a CF Foundation teamMATE and help “Make Adding Tomorrows Easier.”

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