by Polina Vorobeychik, Registered Dietitian Snacks, snacks, snacks. We live in the world of snacking. Aisles and aisles of grocery stores that are dedicated to salty, savory and sweet snacks. In the 19th century, most people did not...
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by Polina Vorobeychik, Registered Dietitian This is the time of the year when many of us resolve to treat ourselves better and set goals for the coming year. Perhaps you want to lose weight or exercise more. These are all incredibly noble...
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The J Peer awards are given annually to J staff who exemplify the J values and live them fully when interacting with their fellow staff and J members. Enriches Lives: This award is to honor any staff member who has joined the J in the last...
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by Snir Dagan, J Israeli Shaliach Hanukkah is a special holiday also known as, “The Festival of Lights”, and is a magical time in Israel. The smell of fresh sufganiyot (fried jelly-filled donuts) fills the streets with all kinds...
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Recharge your soul and travel with the J to Israel for a once-in-a-lifetime journey with fellow Jewish women, July 3 – 10, 2023. A MOMentum Year-Long Journey trip is free for participants, excluding airfare. Read on to learn more...
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The New Jewish Theatre will be replacing its planned production of Little Shop of Horrors for December 2023 with the Stephen Sondheim musical Into the Woods. With music and lyrics by Sondheim, and a book by James Lapine, Into the Woods won...
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If you haven’t met Snir yet, he is the new Israeli Shaliach here at the J! In his role, he will provide Israel education and engagement to the St. Louis Jewish community. He is 22 years old and before coming to the J, Snir was a shinshin in St....
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The New Jewish Theatre is pleased to announce its 2023 season, which is also its 25th season of producing professional plays and musicals at the J. The season celebrates some of the New Jewish Theatre’s most beloved playwrights,...
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Craig Neuman and Rabbi Brad Horwitz President and CEO of the St. Louis Jewish Community Center (The J), Lynn Wittels, announced two promotions for long-time J leadership staff. Director of Programming Craig Neuman and Director of...
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Three Alternative Ways to Fast That Aren’t About Food by Avital Kadosh, Director of Jewish Experience & Innovation As Yom Kippur quickly approaches, I am struck by the meaning behind the rituals and customs that surround our...
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