Jewish life programming for families is a high priority for the J. Our family events usually fall on Sundays or weekday evenings for working parents, and most are free of charge and centered around Jewish holidays and Shabbat in a way that is accessible for small children. We aim to create experiences that are hands-on, educational, and fun for the whole family (grandparents are always welcome!) The J partners with other great organizations such as PJ Library, the Jewish Federation, Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School, local synagogues, the various Jewish preschools, and more to bring you the very best in family-friendly programming.
Upcoming Family Programs
Friday, February 14, March 7, April 4
5:30-7pm
Staenberg Family Complex
Families with children. Join us for our monthly Friday Shabbat experience from January- April for a fun, friendly, simple celebration of Shabbat. We will provide a kosher Shabbat dinner. Children under 2 eat free.
$10 adult | $5 child 2-12 | Free children under 2 eat free
Get a discount when you register for all 4 events at once!
Thursday, May 1 | 5:30pm
The Hub STL at The District
All Ages
Celebrate Israel’s 76th Anniversary with the St. Louis Jewish community. Program includes children’s activities, Israeli dancing, food for purchase, and much more.
Free.
Friday, May 16 | 6-7:30pm
Creve Coeur Lake Park
All Ages
Join us for Shabbat in the park for a picnic to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Lag B’Omer. We will learn about the holiday, celebrate Shabbat and get some fresh pre-summer air.
Free
Recurring Programs
Families. Join us for a special showing of Prince of Egypt in preparation for Passover. We will provide floaties and kosher snacks. We will show the film in the indoor pool. Independent swimmers allowed without adults, children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
All are welcome. The J’s St. Louis Jewish Film Festival showcases national and international cinema that explores universal issues through traditional Jewish values, opposing viewpoints and new perspectives. The Jewish Film Festival now offers year-round opportunities to experience Jewish films from around the world.
Documentaries, drama and short films are presented at the Landmark Plaza Frontenac Cinema for five days in June, with introductions by filmmakers and experts on the issues the films bring forth. Jewish Films for young adults are also presented to the public in an effort to expand discussion and audiences for this age cohort.
Additionally, the Jewish Film Society presents three films in the fall and three in the spring. Each film is followed by lively discussion and is selected to present stimulating issues. New members are welcomed each year.
Families with children ages 5 to 15 (siblings are welcome). A fun, interactive and musical Passover Seder dinner experience led by The J’s Rabbi Brad Horwitz. Avoid all the cooking and cleaning and come to the J with your whole family for our family Seder filled with music, food, activities and more.
All ages. Yom HaZikaron is an Israeli day of remembrance of fallen soldiers and victims of terror attacks. Join us in commemoration of our fallen brothers and sisters, their families, and all those impacted. This will be a ceremony for anyone who would like to show their solidarity. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Israeli soldiers and all innocent civilians who are impacted by ongoing violence. May strength, resilience, and peace be with the people of Israel and our entire Jewish community.
Registration not required.
Join us for an evening of unity, resilience, and hope! Gather together to celebrate our shared strength and resilience.
For the holiday of Shavuot, come check out MADE, the Makerspace by Magic House. We have booked the venue for our private use of the hands-on activities, snacks will be provided, and we will learn a bit more about Shavuot.
MADE for Kids is a 7,000 sq ft makerspace that features a makers workshop, artist studio, design lab, and entrepreneurs marketplace where kids can use their imaginations to create, invent, tinker, explore, and discover!
St. Louis’ Delmar Maker’s District
5127 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108
June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, and the St. Louis Jewish community is coming together for a Pride Shabbat celebration! We’re inviting all who identify, their allies and families of all kinds to join us for a community-wide event with snacks, games, music, and other activities. Be prepared to tie-dye. Pre-registration is encouraged. The Pride Shabbat Picnic is made possible by support from the Helene Mirowitz Center of Jewish Community Life Fund and sponsored by the J, Jewish Federation of St. Louis, Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School, and PJ Library.
Contact
Avital Kadosh, 314-442-3172
Rabbi Brad Horwitz, 314-442-3271