After growing up in segregated St. Louis, opera singer Grace Bumbry made a breakthrough in Germany in the landmark role of Venus, the Roman goddess of love. Two years later, the 25-year-old not only made her Carnegie Hall debut, but also was invited by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to sing at a White House state...
Join us at the Mirowitz Center for an unforgettable journey that transports you to the days of our nation’s westward expansion and brings history to life through a captivating, costumed performance. You won’t want to miss this soliloquy by storyteller Barnes M. Bradshaw from Historically Speaking! Discover what motivated thousands to embark on the 2,400-mile Oregon Trail,...
Join the Mirowitz Center Community Singers – led by Robert Denison – to celebrate the kind of music that makes lovers swoon at the first note. This lovely concert will awaken old memories and create new ones, too. Co-sponsored by St. Louis NORC.
Learn to trace your Jewish ancestry with Gary Kodner, an experienced genealogist. History holds great significance for the Jewish community, as reflected in the documentation of ancestry in the Torah and dedication to preserving cemeteries and memorials. Gary will provide valuable tips and techniques to overcome common research challenges. Whether you’re just beginning an investigative...
In 2021, the City of Creve Coeur righted a historic wrong involving eminent domain abuse by rededicating existing parkland and renaming it Dr. H. Phillip Venable Memorial Park. Come hear St. Louis Post-Dispatch journalist Tony Messenger tell the remarkable story about how Creve Coeur leaders and residents came together and, in the words of former Mayor Barry Glantz, worked...
Just in time for President's Day, former St. Louisan Elana Kaplan, an educator at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art for 25 years, returns to lead an online tour of The Met's American Wing. Explore paintings, sculpture, furniture, and decorative arts!
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is increasingly common with age, affecting 50% of men in their 60s and nearly 90% in their 70s and 80s. Join Dr. Michael Johnson, a urologist with Washington University Physicians, as he discusses prostate screening, patient support services, and current research initiatives. This program is essential for all men and beneficial...
Journey to the days of our nation’s westward expansion through a captivating, costumed performance with storyteller Barnes M. Bradshaw that brings history to life! Discover what motivated thousands to embark on the 2,400-mile Oregon Trail, facing perils and triumphs.
Sandy Koufax – affectionately known for his "Left Arm of God” – played 12 seasons for the Dodgers (Brooklyn and Los Angeles) and is universally recognized as one of Major League Baseball’s all-time greatest pitchers. According to Sports Illustrated, Koufax was “the kind of man boys idolized, men envied, women swooned over and rabbis thanked, especially when he...
Join the J Associates for a FUN Evening of Wine and Chocolate Pairing! Come along on a delicious journey of chocolate and wine tasting, with time for sipping, eating, and socializing with friends! Marcie Handler, Owner of Marcie’s Cocoa Life, will teach us all about chocolate from around the world. Mike Ward, Certified Sommelier, Certified...
Delve into the lives of remarkable Jewish women from the Bible and explore their relevance to Jewish women today. Rabbi Brigitte Rosenberg of United Hebrew Congregation will lead a discussion that bridges ancient narratives with contemporary perspectives. There are always new lessons to be gained from these enriching stories of history, spirituality and personal growth! No cost...
Led by Nikki Adams, MSW, LMSW, a trained facilitator with Provident Behavioral Health, this monthly group is a compassionate and supportive space for older adults to navigate the journey of grief by sharing experiences, finding comfort, and building connections with others. Sign up every month you plan to attend. Supported by a grant from the...
