Marla C. Berkowitz is hosting two free workshops at Congregation Shaare Emeth in St. Louis, Mo. for Jewish Deaf and their families and friends. February 28 “Finding a Spiritual Home: Where Do Jewish Deaf Go?” is a Sabbath Dinner and discussion from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Berkowitz will talk about Jewish Deaf in today’s world and give a brief history on education of Jewish Deaf people in the United States. There will be small group discussions about how the spiritual needs of the Jewish Deaf community can be met. March 1st “What is Jewish Prayer in ASL?-Interpreting in Jewish Settings: Core Themes & Prayers in Judaism” is a discussion from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for ASL interpreters and the Deaf community. Berkowitz will lead participants in learning the basics of Jewish prayer and its important themes. Hands-on activities will include self-analysis of why people pray, and how understanding of words has an impact on how they are interpreted. RSVP by February 20 to Terry Lynford 314/ 569-0010 Voice or Deborah Mayer at [email protected]. Congregation Shaare Emeth, 11645 Ladue Road, St. Louis, MO 63141.