Cousins Niki Russ Federman and Josh Russ Tupper are the fourth-generation co-owners of Russ & Daughters, the beloved New York appetizing institution founded in 1914. Their new book, Russ & Daughters: 100 Years of Appetizing, brings together treasured recipes, family stories, and the remarkable history of a business that has helped define Jewish food culture […]
What if feeling happier didn't require changing your life; just changing how you use your body? Bestselling author Janice Kaplan explores the surprising science behind the mind-body connection in her new book, What Your Body Knows About Happiness. Drawing on cutting-edge research and engaging storytelling, Kaplan reveals simple, practical ways your posture, movement, breathing, and […]
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Under the facilitation of a licensed clinical social worker Dori Scallet, MSW, join us for our new monthly mom’s support group. This group is for women who need additional support in this season of motherhood. It is not designed for clinical therapy, but rather a support tool in a group setting.
Sometimes the best way to understand ourselves is through someone else's story. Join acclaimed novelists Emily Matchar and Jenna Blum for an engaging conversation about the art of fiction, unforgettable […]
Come to the 2026 Jewish Book Festival’s Missouri’s Own panel for a lively, thought-provoking conversation with four homegrown authors whose books could hardly be more different—and whose questions could hardly […]
You've never heard a story like this. History is rarely as simple as heroes and villains. Dr. David Tuch uncovers the astonishing true story of his own cousin, a British […]
Jewish tradition has long understood the power of ritual to shape meaningful lives. In his inspiring new book, A Time to Gather, bestselling author and TED speaker Bruce Feiler explores […]
Come hear New York Times bestselling author Jessica Radloff take fans behind the scenes of Young Sheldon, the beloved hit comedy that turned a familiar TV character into a funny, tender, family-centered story of growing up different.
In moments of crisis, what gives ordinary people the courage to act? Bestselling author and investigative journalist Douglas Century explores that timeless question through the extraordinary story of Hannah Senesh […]
Parenthood doesn’t always follow one path. Join us for an honest and supportive conversation exploring the many pathways to building a family, including IVF, adoption, foster care, and surrogacy. Hear from local experts in a panel featuring STL Fertility, American Adoptions, and the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition, followed by breakout conversations with parents who have experienced these different journeys.
