February is designated as both Black History Month and Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month. This month and always, B'nai Amoona is proud to be a diverse congregation that believes we are all created B'Tzelem Elohim, in the image of God.
Upcoming Highlights
EKS:
Early Kabbalat Shabbat
Families with young children are invited to join Rabbi Abraham and Morah Brandi in the Community Room for a special Early Kabbalat Shabbat (EKS) Service. We'll have Shabbat activities, music, and appearances by Rabbi Abraham's puppets. Each family will get a Shabbat Take-Home box! Click HEREto register.
LRECC SUPER SQUARES This Year's Annual LRECC Fundraiser Our Super Bowl inspired virtual fundraiser will have you shouting, "Touch Down!" Simply purchase a Super Square ($36) and watch the Bengals take on the Rams during this year's Super Bowl. If you have a winning square... you score! SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE. Click HERE to participate.
World Wide Wrap Sunday, February 13 at 9:00 am One of the most beautiful aspects of Judaism is the opportunity to participate in rituals which are observed all over the world. Once a year, our B'nai Amoona Men's Club invites EVERYONE to learn about and experience the Mitzvah of Tefillin.
This year, the Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs' World Wide Wrap will take place during our Sunday Morning Minyan on February 13 at 9:00 am. The first ten minutes will include instructions on how to lay Tefillin.
The Wanderers Presented By Theatre Ariel Saturday, February 26 at 7:00 pm on Zoom Esther and Schmuli, Satmar Hasidic Jews, embark on an arranged marriage, despite barely knowing each other. Secular Jewish Abe & Sophie’s marriage grew from a childhood friendship. Two seemingly disparate marriages. Yet, there is much that binds these two couples... Click HERETo Register. This program is generously sponsored by Betsy Enger and
Barbara & Harry Shechter.
Celebrate Purim at B'nai Amoona!
Sisterhood's Purim Fundraiser
EVERYONE IS ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE Mishloach Manot Gifts are great for friends, teachers... and as a treat for yourself! For more information and to donate, please click HERE.
Thursday, March 10 Don't miss your chance to see this unforgettable and moving exhibit. We have reduced capacity and extended the deadline, limited spots remain. All are welcome to join us! ClickHEREto register.
2022 Israel Encounter With Rabbi Carnie Shalom &
Rebbetzin Paulie Rose October 24 - November 2, 2022 Click HERE for our proposed itinerary
The Gallant Family Judaica Shop carries a beautiful new selection of both traditional and contemporary items: Candlesticks, Havdallah sets, Kiddush cups, challah boards & covers, Seder plates, Menorahs, Mezuzot, Tallit, jewelry and much more! Shop for Purim & Pesach, housewarming gifts, baby gifts, wedding gifts, and ritual gifts. NEW – our St. Louis Artists! We are featuring the ceramics of Ilanit Michelson and reverse paintings on lucite by Cindy Larimore. Currently open Mondays from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Wednesdays from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Thursdays from 12:00 – 3:00 pm or any business day by appointment between 10:00 am – 5:00 pm by contacting Gail Armstrong at 314-576-9990 x126 or gail@bnaiamoona.com. Our ceremonial ribbon cutting with Mayor Bob Hoffman is Sunday, June 12, 2022, with the rescheduled Levin Weekend Fundraiser & Benefactor Thank you – Save the Date and plan to attend!
Are you looking to do something fun and relaxing on Monday afternoons from noon to 3:00 pm for the next few months? B'nai Amoona currently has an opportunity for you to greet visitors and answer the phone. Please email Beth Saltzman at bpsaltzman50@yahoo.comor call 314-993-5964 for more information and to set up a training time.
Adult Education
Please note that not all of our classes are listed below.
For a full class schedule including Zoom and registration links, please click the blue button below.
Mazel Tov to our Linda Rotskoff Early Childhood Center Administrative Assistant,
PAM APPELMAN, for being recognized as this year's recipient of the Kindness/Chesed Award!
Fabulous Feud Live March 13, 2022 Proceeds from Fabulous Feud Live are allocated to various departments of the J. The J Associates support many of the 250+ J programs and services. Click here to read the Fabulous Feud Press Release.
