The J - St. Louis

Rosh Hashanah Apple Picking
2025-09-28 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Mills Apple Farm, 11477 Pocahontas Rd, Marine, IL, 62061, United States
***Please note the changes in event time and location.***
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with the J at Mills Apple Farm! Join us for a fun day of apple picking for the whole family; come anytime from noon to 4pm. This event is especially great for families with young children!
FREE | Registration is required.

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Safari in the Sukkah: A J Family Center Event
2025-10-09 16:30 - 18:30 | The J – Marilyn Fox Building (Main Entrance), 16801 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO, 63005, United States
FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN **Please note the change in end time**
Join the J Family Center, our Early Childhood Center at the J, PJ Library, and all our friends for a special Sukkot spectacular! Gather for a Sukkot open house with a petting zoo and activities, both family-friendly and exciting for adults alike. Shake the lulav and etrog, sing, and schmooze with many special animal guests.
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Theatre Unlimited Presents Disney’s My Son Pinocchio: Geppetto’s Musical Tale
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00
What does it really mean to be a “perfect child”? And what makes a father’s heart truly full?
Join us for a magical retelling of the classic story of Pinocchio—told from Geppetto’s point of view! Filled with fairies-in-training, mischievous adventures, a scheming puppeteer, and the timeless music of Stephen Schwartz (When You Wish Upon a Star, I’ve Got No Strings), this heartwarming musical takes audiences on a journey of laughter, lessons, and love.
Follow Geppetto as he discovers that being a parent isn’t about having a flawless child, but about embracing love, imperfection, and family. With talking animals, the temptations of Pleasure Island, and even a daring escape from inside a whale, this enchanting show is a fun-filled experience for all ages.
Disney’s My Son Pinocchio: Geppetto’s Musical Tale—a magical story about wishes, wonder, and what it truly means to be real.
Children that will be held or sat on an adult’s lap for the duration of the show do not require a ticket.
Presented by Theatre Unlimited—giving adults with disabilities to shine on stage! Theatre Unlimited gives participants the chance to audition, rehearse, and perform an entire production while working on social, cognitive, emotional, and communicative skills. In addition, participants form lasting friendships and get to express themselves creatively through theatre!

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Youth Theatre Presents Disney's Alice in Wonderland JR
2025-12-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-14 15:00 - 16:00
The students of Youth Theatre JR are taking the stage this December! A cast of 60 young performers will step into the spotlight to tell the story of Alice and all the quirky and endearing characters she meets in Wonderland.
Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on a journey of self-discovery. When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. As she travels through Wonderland, she encounters all of the iconic characters that audiences have come to love: including the ever-tardy White Rabbit, the grinning Cheshire Cat, a cool Caterpillar, the wacky Mad Hatter, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts.
75 Minutes with NO INTERMISSION
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Parent's Night Out - Gym & Swim
2025-12-13 18:00 - 21:30
Ages 3-12
Parents take the night to get dinner and finish up your holiday shopping, and bring the kids to us for fun at the J!
Your kiddos will run around in the gymnasium playing a variety of sports and games led by our amazing J staff. Or they can dive into pool time with games and free swim for all our swimmers. Plus, unleash creativity with awesome art projects designed for our aspiring artists!
Member Pricing
$25
$10 for each additional sibling
Non-Member Pricing
$35
$15 for each additional sibling
AGES 3-12
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Hanukkah at Garden Glow
2025-12-14 12:00 - 18:00 | Missouri Botanical Gardens, 4344 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63110, United States
Noon–4pm Daytime Activities | 4:30pm Garden Glow Begins
Join us for another great year celebrating Hanukkah with the Missouri Botanical Garden. Daytime activities are from 12-4pm and are free to attend in the Bayer Event Center. Listen to live music and visit our vendors!
At 4:30pm, Garden Glow tickets are available for $2 off for J Members when you use the J’s special Garden Glow link. Purchase them ahead of time to receive our special discount. Join friends and family and be sure to visit our J tables with gelt, sufganiot (jelly donuts), dreidels, and more! See if you can find our human-sized dreidel! Alex Rich will be playing live music outside as you enter the Garden. This one is a can’t-miss!

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Sports Shabbat with the J's Family Center
2026-01-30 17:30 - 20:00
Celebrate Shabbat and play at the J! Join The J’s Family Center in the gym for a fun sports-themed Shabbat celebration designed for families with ages 0-5 and their families! We’ll enjoy Shabbat blessings, a sing-a-long, a kosher Shabbat dinner, and plenty of time to connect with friends new and old. Grandparents, friends, and families are warmly welcome. The KidZone space will be open for little ones to play!
Adults: $15 Members | $18 Non-Members
Children ages 3-12: $7 Members | $10 Non-Members
Ages 2 and younger: Free
FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN | REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026
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The J’s Family Center is a welcoming space where families with young children (ages 5 and under) come to connect, learn, and grow together. We provide a warm and nurturing environment where caregivers and children find support, friendships, and joyful experiences.

Purim Shabbat with the J's Family Center
2026-02-27 17:30 - 19:00
This Shabbat program is presented in partnership with Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School.
Join us for a fun, Purim-themed Shabbat celebration designed for families with children of all ages! We’ll sing our way into Shabbat with blessings and a song, bake hamantaschen, make fun Purim crafts with our friends from Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School, and enjoy a Kosher dairy Shabbat dinner of wacky breakfast! Grandparents, friends, and families of every background—Jewish or not—are warmly welcome. Please email ebrockman@jccstl.org if you will need a highchair for dinner.
Schedule

5:30pm Program
6:30pm Dinner and Blessings

Parking
This event takes place on the lower level of the Staenberg Family Complex. You may enter through either the Early Childhood Center doors or the Adult Day at the J doors. Parking is located behind the outdoor pool.

Registration Required
Adults/teens ages 13+: $16.21 (fees included)
Children ages 3-12: $7.57 (fees included)
Children ages 2 years and younger: Free
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J Day Camps Open House (2 dates & locations!)
2026-03-01 13:00 - 15:00
Your Summer Starts Here!
Join us for a J Day Camps Open House this March and get a first look at our summer camp programs and meet the staff.

Learn about our NEW camp offerings, including J Youth Theatre camp
Meet NEW Senior Camp Director Mark Cohen
Get a chance to win a Buy 1 Get 1 week of summer camp
See some friendly camp staff
Enjoy snacks, music, activities, and more

Two convenient locations and dates:
Sunday, March 1, 1-3pm
Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur
2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146
Sunday, March 8, 1-3pm
Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield
16801 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005

Registration

Registration requested by the Friday before the event. Didn’t register? Come anyway.

Questions?

Contact Mark Cohen 314.442.3263

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J Day Camps Open House (2 dates & locations!)
2026-03-08 13:00 - 15:00 | The J – Marilyn Fox Building (Main Entrance), 16801 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO, 63005, United States
Your Summer Starts Here!
Join us for a J Day Camps Open House this March and get a first look at our summer camp programs and meet the staff.

Learn about our NEW camp offerings, including J Youth Theatre camp
Meet NEW Senior Camp Director Mark Cohen
Get a chance to win a Buy 1 Get 1 week of summer camp
See some friendly camp staff
Enjoy snacks, music, activities, and more

Two convenient locations and dates:
Sunday, March 1, 1-3pm
Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur
2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146
Sunday, March 8, 1-3pm
Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield
16801 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005

Registration

REGISTRATION REQUESTED by the Friday before the event.

Questions?

Contact Mark Cohen 314.442.3263

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Party in the Park with J Day Camps
2026-04-12 15:00 - 16:30 | Stacy Park Pavilion, 9750 Old Bonhomme Road, Olivette, United States
Join us at the Stacy Park Pavilion for a J Day Camps Party in the Park! Learn all about the amazing summer experience your child can have at J Day Camps while the kids play.

Meet camp staff
Learn about J Day Camps programs
Ask summer 2026 questions
Kids play while parents connect

Registration
Let us know you’re coming! Email the Cherry Family.

About J Day Camps
J Day Camps offer unforgettable summer experiences for campers ages 3 to grade 7, where curiosity, confidence, and joyful exploration come to life. Rooted in the warm values and traditions of our Jewish community, our camps create simple, meaningful moments—like celebrating Shabbat or highlighting kindness—that feel natural and welcoming to families of every background and belief. Learn More at jccstl.com/daycamps.

Youth Theatre Presents "Disney's 101 Dalmatians KIDS"
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:00 | The J – Staenberg Family Complex (Arts & Education Building), 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO, 63146
In a loving home in the city of London, canine parents Pongo and Perdita happily raise their Dalmatian puppies until the monstrous Cruella De Vil plots to steal them for her new fur coat! Join all the dogs of London as they daringly rescue the puppies from Cruella’s bumbling henchmen. With a delightfully fun score, lovable characters, and one of the most deliciously evil villains in the Disney canon, 101 Dalmatians KIDS is certain to charm and delight audiences of any age.
RUN TIME: Approximately 30 minutes
Show Schedule

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 6-7pm
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6-7pm **please note the change in date**

Ticket Sales
Open to families: March 25, 2026
Open the public: April 1, 2026

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Yom Ha'atzmaut: Israel Independence Community Celebration
2026-04-22 17:30 - 20:00 | The J – Marilyn Fox Building (Main Entrance), 16801 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO, 63005, United States
All ages. Come celebrate Israel’s Independence Day with a spectacular Yom Ha’atzmaut event! The Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration will feature exciting activities, live entertainment, and cultural experiences for the whole family.
This vibrant event promises something for everyone, from engaging cultural experiences to family-friendly activities and captivating performances. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate, connect, and enjoy a night of Israeli pride and joy with our community.

About Shahar Cohen, Israeli Stand-Up Comedian & Social Media Sensation
IG @ShaharCohen90
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter with Shahar Cohen!
After taking Jewish communities worldwide by storm – especially in North America Shahar Cohen brings his signature mix of character-driven comedy and stand-up to the stage in “My Life”, a show that hilariously unpacks the quirks, contradictions, and cultural clashes between Israelis and American Jews.
Best known for his viral America vs. Israel videos, Shahar kicks off the night as Nofar, his most beloved character—confident, loud, and completely oblivious before taking the mic himself for an unfiltered, high-energy stand-up set.
From the way Israelis and Americans order coffee to their wildly different approaches to social norms, nothing is off-limits in this sharp, relatable, and unforgettable comedy experience.
Through humor, Shahar has brought Jews across the world together, especially in times when they’ve needed it most. His ability to find laughter in shared experiences has
made him one of the most in-demand Jewish comedians today.
Whether you’re Israeli, American, or just love smart Jewish humor, My Life is the ultimate comedy show that unites us all, one laugh at a time!

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Pre-registration is now closed. You may still register at the door with a valid photo ID.

The "Last Hurrah" A Camp Open House
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 | The J – Staenberg Family Complex (Arts & Education Building), 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO, 63146
Camp is Approaching Fast! Are Your Child’s Summer Plans Finalized Yet?
Join us for a Camp Open House and hear from Mark Cohen, Director of J Day Camps, and Kim Holtzman Sloan, Director of Camp Sabra, the J’s sleepaway camp, as they share what makes each camp experience special.
Enjoy camp games, song sessions, videos, prizes, dinner and dessert—all on us!
Plus, learn what’s new for the upcoming season, how to find the right fit for your family, and how to tell if your child is ready for a day or sleepaway camp.

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J Youth Theatre Presents 'Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Musical, Youth Edition'
2026-05-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-17 15:00 - 16:00 | The J – Staenberg Family Complex (Arts & Education Building), 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO, 63146
Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow, with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and T.I., and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau.
An exciting new musical featuring irresistible characters and magical music, this deep-sea pearl of a show is set to make a splash with audiences young and old. The future is bright, the future is bold, the future is The SpongeBob Musical.
Logo ©2023 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg.

RUN TIME: Approximately 1 hour
Ticket Sales
Open to Families: April 14, 2026
Open to the Public: April 21, 2026
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PRIDE Shabbat Pool Party
2026-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 | The J – Marilyn Fox Building (Main Entrance), 16801 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO, 63005, United States
Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with the J!
Updated 5/21/2026
We’re inviting all who identify as LGBTQ+, their allies, and families of all kinds to join us for a community-wide event! Bring your own dinner, and we will provide dessert while you swim, enjoy the music, join fun activities, or take a pic in the photo booth!

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Pre-registration is encouraged.
Members/Non-Members: Free
