Here's Whats In Store At B'nai Amoona This Chanukah!
Spend Chanukah with your BA Family! Be Sure To Register!
Below is our Chanukah schedule - we are excited to offer a variety of deLIGHTful events for all ages. It will be a "latke" of fun and you "donut" want to miss any of it - be sure to save your spot by registering TODAY!
Night Three: Light Up the Night Tuesday, November 30 at 4:45 pm (5:15 pm Chanukah Candle Lighting) Co-sponsored by Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School Join us for a Home Run Chanukah with our special guest, Fredbird! Activities include art and craft tables and music provided by students and families of the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School. We'll light the Chanukiah together at 5:15 pm. This event will take place outdoors on the Mirowitz side of our parking lot.
Night Four: Sisterhood Menorahs & Mahjongg Wednesday, December 1 from 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm BA Sisterhood welcomes you to bring your Chanukah Menorah and 2021-2022 Mahj card (and set if you have one) and celebrate the fourth night of Chanukah at B'nai Amoona. It will be an evening of laughter and light! This program will take place at B'nai Amoona, please clickHEREto register.
Night Four: BAUSY Chanukah Celebration Wednesday, December 1 from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm A Chanukah party - BAUSY style! All teenagers in 9th-12th grade are invited to join in the festivities! Contact Liessa Alperin at liessa@bnaiamoona.com or call 314-576-9990 x116 for more information.
Night Five: Chanukah Happy Hour for Adults 30ish-50ish Thursday, December 2 Beginning at 7:30 pm A grown-up wine and cheese Chanukah celebration full of good eats, good conversation and a white elephant gift exchange. Todah Rabbah to Rachel Armoza who will be preparing our delicious appetizers and desserts and to an anonymous donor who is generously sponsoring this event. Online registration is required, please clickHERE to register.
Night Six: EKS Dreidel Spinoff! Friday, December 3 from 5:15 pm - 5:45 pm All the fun usually packed into our EKS Services with a Chanukah spin! A Dreidel spin that is! We will join together in the Main Sanctuary on the upper and lower Bimah for this festive Service full of Chanukah fun! Online registration is required, please clickHERE to register.
Night Seven: Tribe MeCA Chanukah & Havdallah for Adults 50-65ish Saturday Night, December 4 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Gather 'round the fire pit for a meaningful Chanukah and Havdallah! We will enjoy welcoming the new week together and lighting the Seventh Night candles. Chef Jon is preparing an incredible lineup of heavy hor d'oeuvres and drinks. This event will take place indoors and outside - it is NOT to be missed! Online registration is required, please clickHERE to register.
Night Eight: Cones, Cocoa & Candles Sunday, December 5 with time slots from 3:00 - 5:15 pm A Sweet Chanukah treat is in store for the eighth night! We'll enjoy Chanukah inspired ice cream from Clementine's Naughty & Nice Creamery and hot cocoa at the Town Square Pavilion in Town and Country, Missouri and light the final candle with our special guest, Louie, the mascot for the St. Louis Blues. Chanukah activities are provided by PJ Libray. Forty-Five minute time slots begin at 3:00 pm and online registration is required. Please clickHERE to register.
AM YISRAEL CHAI The literal translation is “the nation of Israel lives.” But the resonance for many Jews is much deeper. It represents pride in our history of overcoming persecution and adversity, determination and confidence, and that we will be able to meet any challenges the future might bring.
Plan to join us for B’nai Amoona’s upcoming Fundraiser – as we welcome Max Levin & his mother, Judy Levin, to St. Louis for a special homecoming weekend January 29 & 30, 2022!
JOIN US AS A SPONSOR! Sponsors are invited for Havdalah on Saturday, January 29, at Congregation B’nai Amoona, followed by a safely Covid-distanced Sponsor’s Dinner where Max will entertain your questions about his experiences. Sponsors will also receive a signed book and complimentary ticket(s) to Max’s community-wide talk on Sunday, January 30, at 1:00 pm in the B'nai Amoona Sanctuary.
Advanced Modern Hebrew: 2:00 - 3:00 pm Facilitated by Ophira Melnick Zoom (Zoom link provided upon registration) ClickHEREto register!
Beginning Modern Hebrew, Level Two: 5:00 - 6:00 pm Facilitated by Ophira Melnick Zoom (Zoom link provided upon registration) ClickHERE to register!
Fresh Eyes on Ancient Teachings: Jewish Spiritual Insights for Contemporary Seekers: 5:00 - 6:00 pm Facilitated by Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86535949864 Meeting ID: 86535949864 ClickHERE to register! Beginning Modern Hebrew, Level One: 6:45 - 7:45 pm Facilitated by Ophira Melnick Zoom (Zoom link provided upon registration) ClickHEREto register!
Introduction to Biblical Hebrew: Close Study of the Biblical Book of Jonah: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Book of Jonah,The Verb
Facilitated by Rabbi Neal Rose
Zoom (Zoom link provided upon registration) Click HERE to register!
Intermediate Modern Hebrew: 7:50 - 8:50 pm Facilitated by Ophira Melnick Zoom (Zoom link provided upon registration) Click HERE to register!
Tuesday, November 16
Israel and the Jewish People: Schmooze in the News about Current Events in Israel: 12:00 - 1:00 pm Facilitated by Rabbi Jeffrey Abraham Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87514230047 Meeting ID: 87514230047 ClickHEREto register
Wednesday, November 17
Inyana DeYoma - Issues of the Day, Rapping with Rabbi Rose 10:00 - 11:30 am Facilitated by Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83102232083 Meeting ID: 831 0223 2083 ClickHEREto register.
BAUSY: B’nai Amoona Youth Group for 9th thru 12th Grade: 7:00 - 8:30 pm Programs planned by the teens for the teens! Questions? Contact Liessa at liessa@bnaiamoona.com
Sex, War, and Betrayal: An Exploration of the Neviim Rishonim (The Early Prophets): 7:00 - 8:00 pm Facilitated by Rabbi Jeffrey Abraham Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89083763426 Meeting ID: 89083763426 ClickHERE to register.
Aleph Bet Hebrew: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Facilitated by Cantor Sharon Nathanson Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84733373216 Meeting ID: 84733373216 ClickHEREto register.
Introduction to Judaism: 8:00 - 9:00 pm Facilitated by Rabbi Jeffrey Abraham Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84891220218 Meeting ID: 84891220218 ClickHEREto register.
Thursday, November 18
Ulpan Yiddish: 10:00 - 11:00 am Dr Seuss and Stranger Things…. Facilitated by Rabbi Neal Rose
M.M.Kaplan, Spirituality as Search Facilitated by Rabbi Neal Rose Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84514922966 Meeting ID: 84514922966 ClickHEREto register!
Friday, November 19
Special Musical Friday Night with Cantor Sharon, Eitan Kantor & BA Folks:
6:00 pm
During Friday Evening Services, Eitan Kantor, our BA Artist in Residence, will join Cantor Sharon Nathanson and others in the Guller Chapel for an inspiring music-filled Service.
For more information regarding Friday Evening, Shabbat Morning Services and Saturday Evening Services, please keep an eye out for Friday's "Shabbat Shalom email."
Saturday, November 20 - Shabbat
MKLC Shabbat Program 5782 for K-8th Grade: 10:00 am Please arrive at 10:00 am. Students will be with MKLC programming from 10:00 am till Services end. Parents are encouraged to attend services and then pick up their students at 11:15 or at the end of services. Everyone is welcome to join for Kiddush luncheon. In-Person, Livestream, Facebook Live, Kosher Zoom (Password: Shabbat)
Due to our teenagers being at Kinnus, there will not be a high school program this weekend at B'nai Amoona.
Torah for Today: 10:00 - 11:30 am
A Chasidic Perspective on Jacob Facilitated by Rabbi Neal Rose
Facilitated by Rabbi Jeffrey Abraham Mini Minyan, our new Shabbat experience for children in Pre-Kindergarten and younger, are invited to our first Service next Shabbat morning, November 20 at 10:15 am. Rabbi Jeffrey Abraham will lead us in age-appropriate activities, songs and traditions to celebrate Shabbat. No registration required, please contact Rabbi Jeffrey Abraham at rabbi.abraham@bnaiamoona.com or call 314-576-9990 x136 with any questions.
Shabbat Song Circle with Eitan Kantor in the Guller Chapel:
Beginning thirty minutes after the conclusion of Services, approximately 11:30 am
Facilitated by Eitan Kantor Eitan will lead us in a meaninful and uplifiting morning of music to celebrate Shabbat.
For more information regarding Friday Evening, Shabbat Morning Services and Saturday Evening Services, please keep an eye out for Friday's "Shabbat Shalom email."
Sunday, November 21
Friendly reminder that there are no MKLC classes on Sunday, we are looking forward to another wonderful MKLC Shabbat program THIS Shabbat Morning, November 20.
Thinking Person's Judaism: Makers of Modern Judaism 10:15 - 11:30 am Martin Buber on the Two State Solution Facilitated by Rabbi Neal Rose Zoom Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81289051611 Meeting ID: 81289051611 ClickHEREto register!
Nature & Niggun with Eitan Kantor: 12:30 pm
Join Eitan and others for our second Nature & Niggun program. We will meet at Longview Farm Park (13525 Clayton Rd, St. Louis, MO 63141) for this engaging time with music and nature.
COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines, How They Are Made and What They Do: 4:00 pm Facilitated by Dr. Kyra N. Krakos This event is presented by Shevet Keshet with guest speaker and Professor of Biology at Maryville University, Dr. Kyra N. Krakos.
By Appointment
Haftarah Chanting Tutorial: By Appointment Only Facilitated by Cantor Sharon Nathanson All are welcome to learn Haftarah chanting with Cantor Sharon Nathanson! Please contact sharon.nathanson@bnaiamoona.com to set up an appointment.
Please click HERE for more details about Services this week.
B'nai Amoona Health & Safety Protocol Update
Our new protocols will be in effect starting TODAY
Beginning TODAY, Monday, November 15, 2021, individuals who are eligible to receive the Covid-19 vaccine (individuals 12 years and older) will be required to show either proof of vaccination against Covid-19 or written proof of a negative Covid-19 test administered within the preceding 48 hours. We will accept a negative PCR, antigen or rapid Covid-19 test result.
Some latitude will be given to 12 year olds on a case by case basis as we recognize the inability to get a vaccine right away once turning 12 years old.
Individuals 2 years and older will continue to wear a mask. During Kiddush and when there are other opportunities to eat, we ask that you wear your mask whennot seated and eating.
The above protocol is to be followed for all Services, programs and events on the B’nai Amoona campus beginning Monday, November 15, 2021.
Did Someone Say, "Mahj"
It's Time To Order Your Mahj Cards! B'nai Amoona is selling the new 2022 Mah Jongg cards. Simply fill out the order form foundHEREand send in your form with your cash or check payment to:
Congregation B'nai Amoona attn: Mahj Cards 324 South Mason Road Creve Coeur, MO 63141 Please make checks payable to Congregation B'nai Amoona Please note: New this year, regular cards are $9 and large print are $10
Order deadline is January 10, 2022 and you will receive your 2022 Mah Jongg card in April! Contact Robin Shulman at robnshul@gmail.com or 314-369-8599 with any questions.
2021 Turkey Trot to Benefit the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry Race Day is Thanksgiving Day, November 25 The Olivette Turkey Trot contributes 100% of its proceeds to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry.
