In honor of Presidents Day, our offices are closed today. Minyan will meet at its regular time of 6:15 pm this evening.
Staffing Update
Last week Rachel Bray-Spezia informed us she will be moving on from her position as Director of Communications at B'nai Amoona to pursue another opportunity. Rachel has dedicated over seven years to our Shul, and has brought passion and creativity to everything she's touched. We are grateful for all that she has done for the congregation and wish her nothing but the best in her future professional endeavors. Although she will be greatly missed on our staff, Rachel along with her husband, James, and son, Wolfie (current Panda class student in our LRECC), will continue to have a loving home in our Kehillah (community). Rachel's last day at B'nai Amoona will be this Friday, February 24. We know everyone joins us in wishing her well and we look forward to seeing the Bray-Spezia family at future events and services.
Upcoming Events
Boys Night Out at Felix's Pizza Pub Tuesday, February 21 at 7:00 pm
Did someone say PIZZA? Did someone say TRIVIA? Did someone say... BOYS NIGHT OUT?! That's right! It's time for our next Men's Club Boys Night Out Event!
Join us at Felix's Pizza Pub located at 6401 Clayton Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63139
BAUSY & Kolot Rosh Chodesh Adar Program: Hamantashen Making with Marcia Mermelstein Wednesday, February 22 at 7:00 pm
The women of Kolot and our BAUSY teenagers will join together with Marcia Mermelstein to make tasty Hamantashen for Purim. Spouses are welcome to join too! No registration needed.
Mini Minyan THIS Shabbat, February 25 at 10:15 am
Young children and their grown ups are invited to join Rabbi Jeffrey & Lauren Abraham in the Mendelson Family Library for a morning of songs and activities in celebration of Shabbat! Following Mini Minyan, we will join the congregation for a delicious kid-friendly Kiddush luncheon. No registration required.
And mark your calendars for the following Mini Minyan taking place on April 1 at 10:15 am.
Shabbat Song Circle THIS Shabbat, February 25 beginning thirty minutes following the conclusion of morning services (approximately 11:30 am):
We invite you to join Cantor Nathanson for a meaningful and inspiring Song Circle following Shabbat morning services in the Mendelson Family Library. All are welcome to join, no registration required.
Upcoming Song Circles: March 25, April 22, and May 20
Save the date for SHABBAT ZIMRAH - JUNE 10
Shabbat Across America: L’Dor V’Dor - From Generation to Generation Friday, March 3 Friday Evening Services at 6:00 pm with an Italian Shabbat Dinner to immediately follow B’nai Amoona will join hundreds of synagogues across the continent to take part in an historic national Jewish event! Our K-7th grade students will help lead the service and our 3rd graders will receive their first Siddur!
Shabbat Across America is generously sponsored by Rabbi Jeffrey Abraham, Cantor Sharon Nathanson, and Rabbi Neal Rose - our BA Klei Kodesh (clergy).
Young Couples Night Out at Main Event in Chesterfield, MO Saturday Night, March 4 beginning at 7:30 pm
Here's something that's right up your "alley..." as in, the BOWLING ALLEY! We'll meet at Main Event in Chesterfield to schmooze and bowl. The cost is $25/person and includes bowling and shoes for two hours. Food can be purchased on site during the event.
PURIM PALOOZA! March 6 beginning at 5:00 pm Under The Big Tent at the Greatest Shul on Earth Step right up and join us for an evening of entertainment that will include a jaw-dropping circus performance, circus lessons, and much more!
We'll also have a delicious dinner (available only by pre-order) and Megillah reading... Don't forget to wear your costume!
Todah Rabbah to our spectacular sponsors: Arleen & Phillip Korenblat, Rhonda & Andy Oberman, and Andrew Schwebel.
Camp Ramot Amoona
Summer Registration is Now Open! Children entering Kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to experience a summer like no other at Camp Ramot Amoona. Campers enjoy a range of activities aimed to spark their creativity, get their body moving, and keep their mind active. They also develop lifelong friendships and endless memories! CLICK HERE TO SECURE YOUR SPOT
Questions about Camp? Feel free to contact our Camp Ramot Amoona Director, Kyla Gersten, at 314-769-5952 or kyla@bnaiamoona.com.
B'nai Amoona offers limited financial assistance for Camp Ramot Amoona, Jewish overnight camps, and Israel Summer experiences. Deadline to apply is March 1. Please contact Tanya to recieve the form at tanya@bnaiamoona.com.
February is JDAIM Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, & Inclusion Month
We continue to recognize February as Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) and encourage you to visit https://www.respectability.org/jdaim/ for upcoming webinars and resources.
Adult Ed Updates
Adult Hebrew with Ophira Melnick: Keep an eye out for more information and registration link
American Jewish University (AJU) Maven Adult Ed Opportunities:
Confronting Antisemitism in the Entertainment Industry Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 2:00 pm CST Free online webinar, online registration is required
Learn how Creative Community for Peace is confronting the rise of antisemitism in the media today. Kanye, Kyrie, Dave Chappelle… it seems that every day there is a new public figure in the entertainment industry that promotes or normalizes antisemitism. For years, Creative Community for Peace has worked closely with digital platforms to identify, remove, and educate the masses on antisemitic content in the media.
3rd Annual Fabulous Feud Live – J Associates Edition LIVE at The Pageant on March 4, 2023 Doors will open at 6:30pm for dinner, and at 7:30pm
Cheer on these BA members who will be competing: Brent Cantor, Andrea Cantor, Amy Cantor, Mark Cantor, Craig Neuman and Lynn Wittels.
Click HERE for more details and to purchase tickets.
JProStl Recognition Event Thursday, March 9. Doors open at 2:00 pm and the program begins at 3:00 pm
Join us to celebrate this year's honorees! The theme of the program is Chai Tea, in honor of the 18th Annual Event, sponsored by Pam and Ron Rubin and The Republic of Tea. Among those being recognized are Liessa Alperin, Jennifer Bernstein, Debbi Braunstein, and Lynn Wittels.
NCJW-STL is offering separate grief support groups for women and men who have lost their life partner. They have created a new support group just for men and they have their long-standing support group for women, Wife Widow Woman (WWW). For more information, please contact Renee Sigel-Hearst at 314.993.5181 or rsigel-hearst@ncjwstl.org.
Join Us For Minyan
Morning Minyanim Sun: 9:00 am & Mon - Fri: 7:00 am In-Person, Zoom, Livestream
Evening Minyanim Sun - Thurs: 6:15 pm In-Person, Zoom, Livestream
