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STARTING | Jan. 6
exploitation. For more information and to RSVP visit: https://bit.ly/Jan21LLncjwstl
Melton course on history of Arab-Israeli Conflict post-1967
TUESDAY | Jan. 25
FRIDAY | Jan. 7
Coffee Talk with SnL Welcomes Joe Olivastro
See related news brief on page 7A.
Betsy Cohen to discuss her new book at Temple Emanuel
At 7 p.m., Temple Emanuel’s own Betsy Cohen will be the Shabbat guest speaker discussing her new book, “Welcome to the U.S.A.-You’re Hired!: A Guide for Foreign-Born People Seeking Jobs.” Additionally, Cohen will give an update on the Afghan and other refugees coming to St. Louis and ways community members can support these new families. Join via Temple Emanuel’s livestream, available at www.testl.org/ stream.
SATURDAY | Jan. 8 NHBZ discussion “How Can We ‘Capture the Wow’ in Our Lives?” If you are feeling uninspired, you may be surprised to learn that you have the ability to create joy and excitement in everything you do. Find out how by attending Nusach Hari B’nai Zion Rabbi Ze’ev Smason’s discussion “How Can We ‘Capture the Wow’ in Our Lives?” at 10:15 a.m., part of NHBZ’s weekly “Starting Points: Wisdom for Daily Living,” which features interactive discussions that explore relevant, contemporary topics. NHBZ membership is not necessary to attend and RSVP’s are not required. For more information, call 314-991-2100, ext. 2.
MONDAY | Jan. 10 The new Oceanic galleries at SLAM
The St. Louis Art Museum is one of only a few in the United States which maintains and displays Oceanic art as an active component of its program. Recently, the museum reopened to the public five completely re-envisioned galleries devoted to renowned collections of Art from the Pacific Islands, including Melanesia, Hawaii, Papua and New Guinea, Australia, and New Zealand. Join SLAM’s Nicole N. Bridges, the Morton D. May Curator of the Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas, as she highlights the remarkable collection of the Oceanic Art Galleries from 2 to 3 p.m. Register for this free online program at http://bit.ly/Register_MirowitzCenter or by calling 314-7339813 or via email to joliver@mirowitzcenter. org.
TUESDAY | Jan. 11 Lisa Wallis discusses ‘The Happiness Project’
Register for this three-part program and create and grow your personal “Happiness Project.” Program discussions, facilitated by Lisa Wallis, center on Gretchen Rubin’s book, “The Happiness Project: or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun.” Book purchase or access to it is helpful for full participation. Learn or review the principles of a Happiness Project, identify priorities for your Happiness Project, and launch your project with confidence. Discussions will take place from 4-5 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month through March 8. Register for this free online program at http://bit. ly/Register_MirowitzCenter or by calling 314-733-9813 or via email to joliver@mirowitzcenter.org.
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Betsy Cohen will be a guest speaker on Jan. 7 at Temple Emanuel, discussing her book ‘Welcome to the U.S.A.-You’re Hired!: A Guide for Foreign-Born People Seeking Jobs.’
Coffee Talk with SnL welcome Joe Olivastro at 8:30 a.m. A certified personal trainer, Olivastro will be adapting basic movement skills to increase your balance, strengthen your core and improve your agility. Explore strategies and techniques that you can use to enhance your ability to perform everyday tasks. No equipment needed, just a chair. Wear comfortable clothing. For more information and to RSVP visit: https://bit.ly/ Jan22CT
WEDNESDAY | Jan. 12
WEDNESDAY | Jan. 19
WEDNESDAY | Jan. 26
Missouri legislative session preview with NCJWSTL
The American Jewish Hour: A glimpse into STL Jewish history
Tech Tutor: Internet/Online Safety
Are you curious about what to expect during the upcoming Missouri legislative session? Would you like an opportunity to weigh in on our policy priorities for the upcoming session and be an active participant in discussing what the 2022 session might bring our way? If you answered yes, please join at 7 p.m. as NCJWSTL kicks off the year in advocacy with our legislative preview event, where we will discuss policy priorities for the upcoming MOLEG session with Amy Kuo Hammerman, state policy advocacy chair, Heather Silverman, director of policy and evaluation, and Jen Bernstein, advocacy manager. For more information and to RSVP visit: https://bit.ly/22MOLEG
THURSDAY | Jan. 13 MLK Day observance -Senator Brian Williams
This has been another turbulent year for the United States as we continue to grapple as a society with our history and the issues of race, equity, and justice. As we mark Martin Luther King Day 2022, join State Senator Brian Williams, assistant minority floor leader, virtually from 2-3 p.m. as he reflects on the state of the African American experience, in relation to King’s dream. Register for this free online program at http://bit.ly/ Register_MirowitzCenter or by calling 314733-9813 or via email to joliver@mirowitzcenter.org.
SUNDAY | Jan. 16 Kol Rinah discussion group presents ‘Jews in Science #11’
At 4 p.m. on Zoom, Kol Rinah’s Verein Discussion Group will continue its Jews in Science series with a look at Nathan M. Newmark, who is considered by many to be the father of modern earthquake engineering and who won the National Medal of Science. Kol Rinah’s Phillip Gould, distinguished adjunct professor at St. Louis University and senior professor at Washington University, will discuss Newmark’s work developing methods for earthquake predictions and structural engineering. For more information contact: richardjrgavatin@gmail.com. RSVP at Kol Rinah STL.org or call 314-7271747. Attendees will be sent a Zoom link in advance of the program
Jewish War Veterans meeting
Jewish War Veterans Post 644 meetings will take place via Zoom for the foreseeable future at 10 a.m. the third Sunday each month. For more information contact Post 644 Commander Ellis Frohman at 636-5197512
From 2 to 3 p.m. Diane Everman will discuss Robert Lurie, host of “The American Jewish Hour,” a nationally syndicated radio show from 1947 -1954. The program offered information about what was happening in the world. Lurie was known by most in St. Louis as the owner and operator of Brentwood Travel, which he ran from 1957-1974. In 1945 he became the first executive director of the St. Louis Jewish Community Relations Council, and in 1951 he became the head of the St. Louis Israel Bonds Program. Everman is the archivist for St Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum and Learning Center & St. Louis Jewish Community Archives. This program is co-sponsored with the Saul Brodsky Jewish Community Library. Register for this free online program at http://bit.ly/Register_MirowitzCenter or by calling 314-733-9813 or via email to joliver@ mirowitzcenter.org.
Sharsheret’s breast and ovarian cancer support group
This monthly group provides support, connection and education to women in the St. Louis Jewish community who have been diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer and are anywhere along their treatment path – before, during, or post-treatment. Facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker, this group meets from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday via Zoom until further notice. Newcomers are always welcome along with female family and friends. This program is free but pre-registration is requested to Debbi Braunstein at 314-4423266 or dbraunstein@jccstl.org. Sharsheret Supports STL is a program of the J’s Nishmah and a partner of the national, not for profit Sharsheret organization.
THURSDAY | Jan. 20 Lunch & Learn: Domestic violence & the justice system
At noon, the National Council of Jewish Women-St. Louis welcomes Coalition Director of the Missouri Coalition Against Trafficking and Exploitation (CATE) Linda McQuary. In honor of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, McQuary will discuss how to prevent and respond to human trafficking during the COVID era and beyond. McQuary is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluation activities associated with CATE. Her passion for protecting vulnerable populations transitioned from direct services to a trauma-informed leadership position, building, training, and facilitating multidisciplinary teams involved in the investigation, prosecution, and service provision of child abuse victims. Most children served by these multidisciplinary teams experienced sexual abuse, including victims of human trafficking and commercial sexual
From 10 to 11 a.m. Nick Warmann will discuss how to stay safe online. Warmann, a cybersecurity major with a technology background, will share his expertise about protecting one’s digital devices, passwords, privacy settings, internet safety and other security-related items. Tech Tutor is supported by a grant from the Women’s Auxiliary Foundation for Jewish Aged. Register for this free online program at http://bit.ly/Register_MirowitzCenter or by calling 314-7339813 or via email to joliver@mirowitzcenter. org.
Movie night at Kol Rinah
View a documentary produced locally by Peter Tao of Tao + Lee Associates called “Day One,” which follows a group of teenage refugees from war-torn countries who are enrolled at a unique St. Louis public school for refugees and immigrants using St. Louis as a backdrop. Afterwards, enjoy a lively discussion by the people involved with the movie. The event will be hosted at the newly renovated Kol Rinah, 7791 Maryland Ave. Bring friends and family to help promote the documentary and St. Louis unique growth strategy. The event will start with networking at 4:30 p.m., the film at 4:45 and the discussion at 6. For more information or to register, visit https://crewstl.org/events/specialevents/2022-01-26-dei-movie-night. The cost is $20 ($10 donation to Afghan Refugees). Proof of vaccination or a negative test within 36 hours are required. Masks are required when moving about the building.
ONGOING ChillZone at NHBZ
Calling all kids ages 5th grade and up. Get in the ChillZone with other girls and boys from the St. Louis area at Nusach Hari B’nai Zion on Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy pizza, fun and prizes while exploring Judaic topics with NHBZ Assistant Rabbi Avi Okin. This program is free, and kids and families do not need to be members of NHBZ to attend. For more information, go to chillzone@thezone.org or call Rabbi Okin at 862438-4094.
Tech Tutor: Hardware helper
For those looking for assistance with their technology devices and wanting to acquire new skills, in-person appointments are available at the Mirowitz Center. Tech Tutor’s free in-person classes take place every Monday from 1 to 3:30 p.m., in 30-minute increments and are led by two extraordinarily qualified instructors, Larry Edison and Jim Salih. Please plan to wear a mask, sanitize your hands and maintain social distance. Register online at http://bit.ly/Register_MirowitzCenter or by calling 314-733-9813 or via email to joliver@ mirowitzcenter.org
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