Thu April 2
7:00 pm
Free Screening of Crips and Bloods: Made In America an Independent Lens film
Sponsored by KETC Channel 9 and the Missouri History Museum
Missouri History Museum (Forest Park).
Filmmaker Stacy Peralta hits the streets of LA to find out about the 40 year civil war in South Central Los Angeles that has lead to 15,000 dead. To explore the roots of this long-standing battle, Peralta speaks woth former and current members of the Bloods and the Crips, two of the most notorious and violent street gangs in America.
Free
Fri Apr 3 - Sat Apr 4Wall Ball
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Upland Prairie Walk – presented by Trailnet
Fort Belle Fontaine County ParkIn partnership with: The Confluence Partnership, The Great Rivers Greenway District, Friends of Fort Belle Fontaine Park and St. Louis County Parks
Sat Apr 47:00 pm -11:00 pm
6th Annual WALL BALL Fundraiser and Celebration
One of St. Louis’ most notorious annual events, engaging an eclectic mix of artists, patrons and admirers. Wall Ball is live silent auction that features 45 artists working live on pieces of artwork that guests bid on throughout the evening’s festivities.
Entertainment includes DJ Mahf and KDHX's Rob Levy, savory appetizers courtesy of L'Ecole Culinaire and satiating cocktails from Cooranbong Vodka.
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar, St. Louis, MO 63108
Volunteers needed:
Day Shift Times (Light Set Up Duties): 10 am to 1 pm; 1 pm to 4 pm; 4 pm to 7 pm
Night Shift Times: 8 pm to 11 pm
SCOSAG is seeking volunteers to work at the Wall Ball. The South City Open Studio and Gallery provides free, supervised activities to inner City children. Volunteers will be assigned to Pre-event set up (no heavy lifting), registration, and serving. Those who sign up for pre-event set up will receive a free ticket to attend the event that night. Those who work the event are welcome to stay and play when their shift is done.
3132 South Kingshighway
Saint Louis, MO
Admission: Must wear a mustache - yes, Ladies, too.
Mon Apr 6
Opening Day for St. Louis Cardinals Baseball
Wed Apr 8
Fri Apr 10
Gutbucket at Mad Art Gallery (live music)
Mad Art Gallery proudly presents Gutbucket with The Helium Tapes at Mad Art Gallery on Show begins at 9:00 p.m.
Tue Apr 14
Fri Apr 17
6 – 10 p.m.
Third Friday Open House & KWMU Young Friends (radioACTIVE) Happy House
See glass blowers and their heat defying acts. Gallery presents mixed media prints by Dale Shannon and glass art by Jeremy Lampe. At 8 p.m. it’s rock - Americana style - by Last To Show First To Go! Make a paperweight - only $30 - or spring glass tile keepsake for $20. Earth Day Special: bring you fave wine bottle – NO Labels – and for only $5, we’ll make it a glass platter. Third Fridays are free and family-friendly.Cash bar
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar, smack dab between University City’s Loop and the Central West End. For
More info: http://www.stlglass.com/ or radioACTIVE or 314-367-4527
Free
Fri Apr 17 & Sat Apr 18
Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival
Featuring the John Pizzarelli Quartet, Jon Faddis, Lou Marini, Peter Erskine, and Chip McNeill.
$25 per ticket. Two-day event with a different talent lineup and tickets sold separately for each.
For more information: https://touhillpac.umsl.edu/tickets/production.aspx?performanceNumber=2938
Fri Apr 18 – Sun Apr 19Go! St. Louis Family Fitness Weekend
Join us for a weekend of fitness fun! Events for all ages and fitness levels. Register now to guarantee your spot and save on registration fees.
Event applications are available online at http://www.gostlouis.org/ or call 314.727.0800 for additional information.
Sat Apr 18 – Sun Apr 19
9:30 am - 5:30pm
Eco Expo
Exhibits about Green lifestyle making
St. Louis Science Center
Sat Apr 18 & Sun Apr 19
12:00 noon – 5:00 pm
15th Anniversary Grand South Grand House Tour
Tower Grove Park (inside main entrance @ Grand & Pestalozzi)
The South Grand Community Improvement District is seeking volunteers to work at the Fifteenth Anniversary Grand South Grand House Tour. This tour will showcase the architectural and personal styles of grand living in five neighborhoods linked by South Grand Boulevard: Compton Heights, Compton Hill Reservoir Square, Shaw, Tower Grove East and Tower Grove Heights and includes two of the areas best known homes.
The event will also feature a wine tasting, delicious food and great music.
Free parking and free shuttles will be provided to transport participants throughout the tour.
Cost: $15 in advance and $18 the day or volunteer and attend for free.
Volunteer Shifts: 11:00-2:30 & 2:15-5:00
If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at: http://us.mc01g.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=volunteer@fuelforthecity.org.
Sun April 19
10:30 p.m.
Airing of "Taking Root" - A Documentary of the Environmentalist & Human Rights Activist Dr. Wangari Maathai
St. Louis KETC Channel 9
I attended a pre-screening in March, read my comments here.
Wed Apr 22
all day
Earthday
Be sure to check out my other blog about Environmental Science/Education and Outdoor Recreation for all of the great fun stuff you can do with your family and friends and to dave the planet.
Thu Apr 23
7 pm -until
ALIVE Magazine's 6th Anniversary Party
Dance all night to music by St. Louis' hottest DJs, and enjoy complimentary Pearl Vodka cocktails, Blue Moon beer and appetizers from Onesto from 7pm-9pm.
Plus, guests will have the opportunity to win ALIVE's Favorite Things: Over 50 of the staff's must-have swag!
SOL Lounge
A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Opening Reception for MFA Thesis Exhibitions Molly Douglass and Jessica May
Mad Art Gallery
Cash bar
Sat Apr 25
Riverlands Environmental Demonstration Area
Sat Apr 25 – Sun Apr 26
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Chinese Culture Days
Missouri Botanical Garden
Event Schedule
Purchase tickets online
Sun Apr 2610:00- noon
Pedal for the Planet (an Earthday Event)
Missouri History Museum and Forest Park
Presented by Confluence Greenway and the Missouri History Museum
Free with Service & Gear support until noon
Registration begins at 1o am
Sun Apr 26
11 am- 6 pm
ST. LOUIS EARTH DAY FESTIVAL (an Earthday Event)
Forest Park on the Muny Grounds
Family Fun, lots of activities, and take home project ideas
Free
Apr 29 -May 2
30th Annual St. Louis Storytelling Festival
More than 60 storytellers and their audiences gather for the telling of tales.
More than 40 locations around the metropolitan area and in St. Charles, including the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Arch, Missouri History Museum, local bookstores, and local landmarks, parks, and public areas.
Check the full schedule here.
The Storytelling Festival is coordinated by the University of Missouri–St. Louis Continuing Education and the College of Arts & Sciences, Special Programs, in partnership with various organizations throughout the St. Louis area.Free and open to the public.
Thu Apr 30
all day
16th annual Dining Out For Life to benefit Saint Louis Effort for AIDS
Participating restaurants and bars donate 25% or more of their earnings for the day to benefit St. Louis Effort for AIDS, a United Way agency.
All you have to do is assemble a group of hungry thristy friends for a luncheon, dinner or happy hour gathering and spend money and get a full belly.
StEFA has raised over $1.9 million since 1990 to provide education on the prevention of HIV/AIDS and comprehensive support services for those affected by the disease.
I've been a dinner captain for 3 years running. Think you can raise more money than me? It's on.
~~~ On-going Events ~~~
Sundays
Sunday Spin at Schlafly Bottleworks (Maplewood location)
6:00 pm - close
Enjoy your favorite Schlafly brews while listening to music provided by DJ Argyx of Musical Geeks.
TuesdaysHALF- PRICE WINE At Houlihan's!
All Day Every Tuesday
Houlihan's Restaurant
Premium Open Bar All Night on Saturday Nights
Ladies are FREE, Gentlemen are $20
Harry's Restaurant & Bar
2144 Market (Downtown)
St. Louis City
Now - November 8, 2009
Missouri History Museum
Adults: $7; Seniors/Students: $5; Children (6-12): $3; Free on Tuesdays
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