MaTovu

05/14/2026

Communal song can be a powerful tool for feeling connected and centered during turbulent times. Within Jewish tradition, song is central to spiritual and emotional expression, especially through nigunim (wordless melodies rooted in Ashkenazi Hasidic spiritual practice).

Join Nava Kantor at MaTovu for a deep dive into one beautiful nigun. We’ll learn it together, taking our time to let it really sink in, allowing us to connect deeply to the melody and to each other.

This program is open to all who seek connection through song. You don’t need to be Jewish or “a singer” to attend, and as there are no lyrics involved, no Hebrew knowledge is needed. This event is geared toward adults; kids who are able to participate in the song circle are welcome.

Schedule:

7:00-7:15pm — Arriving

7:15-8:15pm(ish) — Singing together

8:15pm — Tea + connecting

Register at https://www.matovustl.org/events/2026/niguncirclejune or the link in our bio.

05/12/2026

Join us for our Summer Reading Circle Series. We’ll dive into Here Where We Live Is Our Country: The Story of the Jewish Bund by Molly Crabapple. It is currently in stock at Left Bank Books as well as several local Barnes and Noble stores. Sign up at https://www.matovustl.org/events/2026/mayreadingcircle or the link in our bio.

Schedule of readings (the book consists of four parts):

May 30, Introduction and Part One

June 27, Part Two and Part Three

July 25, Part Four

05/10/2026

Do you know about MaTovu’s monthly Ecstatic Dance Workshop? This free-form movement class with music by a live DJ is open to all—from those with dance experience to those who just want to learn and move! We just held our May workshop, but be sure to join Ecstatic Dance in June!

MaTovu is currently in the midst of our capital campaign to purchase our building! You can learn more about or donate to MaTovu’s Capital Campaign here: https://www.matovustl.org/capitalcampaign

Email [email protected] with any questions you might have or if you’d like to set up a time to talk.

05/07/2026

To donate or learn more about MaTovu’s Capital Campaign, please go to https://www.matovustl.org/capitalcampaign

Email [email protected] with any questions you might have or to set up a time to talk.

05/05/2026

Shavuot is a Jewish holiday with multiple historical and spiritual meanings. Shavuot marks the end of the 49-day period of the Omer, a period of spiritual progression from slavery to revelation that starts during Passover. We celebrate both physical and spiritual sustenance as Jews: the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai and the annual harvest. Shavuot traditions include staying up all night studying Torah and eating dairy-based foods. To celebrate Shavuot MaTovu style, we are thrilled that Rachel Binstock, a renowned teacher of Earth-based Judaism and Jewish Ancestral Skills, will be leading two workshops that connect the spiritual and physical aspects of the holiday! And we’ll nosh on yummy dairy treats throughout the night too. Special thanks to Jewish Federation of St. Louis for funding this event. Learn more about our panels, presenter, and RSVP at https://www.matovustl.org/events/2026/shavuot or the link in our bio.

05/02/2026

We had such a great time celebrating a Tot Shabbat in Tower Grove Park last month! Thanks to all of the families who came out to sing, dance, eat, and hang out on a beautiful evening. The next Tot Shabbat is Friday, July 24 so don’t miss it!

MaTovu is currently in the midst of our capital campaign to purchase our building! You can learn more about or donate to MaTovu’s Capital Campaign here: https://www.matovustl.org/capitalcampaign

Email [email protected] with any questions you might have or if you’d like to set up a time to talk.

04/30/2026

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to all of our community members, partners, and supporters who joined us for MaTovu’s Capital Campaign Kickoff this weekend! It was truly special to celebrate this milestone together. Your support means so much as we enter the public phase of the campaign to purchase our building–securing a permanent home for MaTovu and ensuring that a vibrant, inclusive Jewish space continues to grow in St. Louis City. Thank you

04/28/2026

Join Rabbi Daniel Bogard and MaTovu at for our next Torah on Tap on Thursday, May 7, 2026, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Torah on Tap is a program where we dig into Torah over brews in community locations. This month, we’ll be at the regular MaTovu building. Drinks on us; bring a potluck item to share if you want. RSVP at https://www.matovustl.org/events/2026/5/torahontap or the link in our bio.

04/24/2026

We capped off Passover earlier this month with a joyful family-friendly party at MaTovu! We watched the Rugrats Passover special, went on an Afikomen scavenger hunt, and ate some tasty Passover treats all while enjoying some Passover tunes from the Red Sea Ramblers. Thanks to everyone who joined us to make it such a fun evening!

04/21/2026

Excited for MaTovu’s story to purchase our building and secure a permanent home to be featured in the Morning Light today! Please join us this Sunday, 4/26, 4–6pm at MaTovu as we celebrate the public launch of our campaign! Jewish Light article at https://stljewishlight.org/uncategorized/matovu-st-louis-building-campaign-jewish-community

RSVP for the event at https://givebutter.com/capital-campaign-kickoff-event-ezf7nh

Donate at https://givebutter.com/matovu-capital-campaign-yxaxvi

Both links are also in our link in the bio.

The building at 4200 Blaine Avenue in St. Louis isn’t waiting to become something. It already is. Inside, it’s home to MaTovu, a grassroots Jewish community that has spent the past several years building something rare in the city. ADVERTISEMENT There are Shabbat dinners. Study sessions in bars ...

04/19/2026

Don’t miss out on the Capital Campaign Kick Off Party. RSVP and learn more at https://www.matovustl.org/capitalcampaign

Join us Sunday, April 26, 4:00- 6:00 PM at MaTovu as we kick off the public phase of our campaign! Enjoy live music, drinks, sweet treats as we celebrate this exciting turning point together. The party is just the beginning—throughout the spring, we’ll continue rolling out community events and opportunities for supporters to get to know MaTovu and contribute at every level.

RSVP at https://givebutter.com/capital-campaign-kickoff-event-ezf7nh

Donate at https://givebutter.com/matovu-capital-campaign-yxaxvi

Both links are also on our link in the bio.

Hope you can join us to celebrate this milestone!