Mirowitz Center

05/29/2026

Everyone is talking about AI. Come to this class to be a part of the conversation! Mirowitz Center Trainer Jim Salih will show you the ways AI is already present in everyday tasks and how it is used in everything from voice assistants to customer service and healthcare. We’ll look at common applications of AI across multiple industries and discuss ways you too can take advantage of this influential technology. No cost to register, but RSVP required.

⭐ "Everyday Uses of AI (Artificial Intelligence)"
🗓 Tuesday, 6/23, at 12 PM (free & in person)
📍 Mirowitz Center
💻 Register: https://bit.ly/4tchyJN
📞 314-733-9813
📧 [email protected]

05/29/2026

Yesterday at the Mirowitz Center, Jordan Palmer of the St. Louis Jewish Light had us laughing, thinking, and appreciating the genius of Mel Brooks. Today, he turned the program into this wonderful article, and it’s too good not to share.

  Mel Brooks didn’t just make Jewish jokes. He turned Jewish survival into comedy. That’s the sentence I kept coming back to while preparing for my May 28 talk at the Mirowitz Center called “Why Jewish humor is so darn funny.” This month’s focus was on Mel Brooks, who is approaching his 1...

05/28/2026

Happy 100th birthday, Mel Brooks! Today at the Mirowitz Center, laughter filled the room as Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer for the St. Louis Jewish Light, continued his popular series celebrating Jewish comedy and talent in American entertainment. This time, the spotlight was on the legendary Mel Brooks, who turns 100 years old in June. Participants enjoyed learning about Brooks’ remarkable career and the unforgettable films that made generations laugh, including The Producers, Blazing Saddles, Young Frankenstein, High Anxiety, History of the World, Part I, and Spaceballs.

05/28/2026

Don’t miss History of the World, Part I on Friday, 5/29, at 1 PM! In honor of Mel Brooks’ 100th birthday, we celebrate this classic comedy that brings his signature humor and irreverent take on history to the screen.

Starring Mel Brooks along with Madeline Kahn, Harvey Korman, Cloris Leachman, Dom DeLuise, and Gregory Hines, the film features an all-star comedic ensemble delivering unforgettable performances across history’s most iconic (and ridiculous) moments. Packed with outrageous humor and timeless comedy, this Mel Brooks classic is a playful, unforgettable journey through time.

No cost to attend. See you at the movies! 📽️

05/26/2026

It was a full house at the Mirowitz Center with Reference Librarian Hillary Peppers of St. Louis County Library, who led a deep dive into some of Missouri’s most legendary crimes and mysteries. From duels and poisonings to eerie Ouija board encounters, these puzzling local stories have fascinated generations!

05/26/2026

Today at the Mirowitz Center, in partnership with Senior Planet from AARP, Trainer Ray White explained the basics of online job searches and demonstrated how to use social media tools like LinkedIn, along with sharing additional tips and advice for job seekers. Participants also learned about new opportunities for freelance work and explored innovative ways to supplement their income.

05/26/2026

The news can be upsetting and concerning – so join the conversation with a community that values knowledge, respect, and the art of informed opinions. Expertly moderated by Harvey Gerstein and Marilyn Alton, this is a Mirowitz Center forum for thoughtful online discussion about the most pressing news stories of the week. This online program is provided with FEL (Friends Enjoying Life), the Mirowitz Center men's organization.

⭐ "The Week in Review with Harvey Gerstein & Marilyn Alton"
🗓 Tuesday, June 2, at 10 AM (free & online)
📍 Mirowitz Center Zoom
💻 Register: https://bit.ly/3Rtqayv
📞 314-733-9813
📧 [email protected]

05/22/2026

Thank you to the brave men and women who sacrificed to protect our freedom. The Mirowitz Center and Covenant Place offices are closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26. We wish you a meaningful holiday.

05/22/2026

St. Louis County Library's Hillary Peppers facilitates a monthly, online Mirowitz Center book club. Share your love of literature in a positive, nurturing discussion! The book pick, authored by Pip Williams, is "The Dictionary of Lost Words."

📖 "Between the Covers: STL County Library Book Club"
🗓 Thursday, June 18, at 10 AM (free & online)
📍 Mirowitz Center Zoom
💻 Register: https://bit.ly/4uru5Ki
📞 314-733-9813
📧 [email protected]

05/21/2026

To those celebrating, the Mirowitz Center and Covenant Place wish you a happy Shavuot!