Thursday, October 1, 2009
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Smoke-free Happy Hour
Presented by Smoke-Free St. Louis City – join the movement to make St. Louis City and Metro bars and restaurants smoke-free.
Pi Restaurant
6144 Delmar Blvd (in the Loop)
More info: smokefreestl@gmail.com
Thursday, October 1, 2009
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Isms in the Workplace 
A Career Forum presented by The CiTY Forum
A town hall discussion about counteracting "-isms" in the workplace--those subtle and overt demographic differences in our work environments, including discrimination based on age, gender, race and sexuality. Come discuss the difficulties of and solutions to "-isms" on the job.
Moderated by Sonji Young and Reena Hajat. Light refreshments will be served.
Missouri History Museum
Lindell and DeBaliviere in Forest Park
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 746-4599 TheCiTYForum@gmail.com
Thursday, October 1, 2009
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
A Heart for the Homeless... Night at the Cucina
Racanelli's Cucina
St Louis, MO
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Residents and Fellows Diversity Program and the Washington University School of Medicine Department have joined forces with Racanelli's Cucina for an unforgettable event benefiting Gateway Homeless Services, the largest, most comprehensive shelter for women and children in the state of Missouri.
Price: $25 - $50
More info: (314) 546-9684
Thursday, October 1, 2009
10:00 pm - 2:30am
Da Mix Addicts L A Concert Jam starring DJs - FLAT OUT
The Foxhole @ Atomic Cowboy
4140 Manchester Ave (the Grove)
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 775-0775 djneedles76@gmail.com
Friday, October 2, 2009
6:30 pm
Bacchus at the Basin: Wine Festival Preview
Presented by the Young Friends of the Saint Louis Art Museum
Enjoy this special preview of the St. Louis Wine Festival, featuring unlimited wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, and live music by Teddy Presberg.
The Grand Basin - At the bottom of Art Hill in Forest Park
Tickets are $50 (Young Friends Members get a $10 discount)
More info: www.slam.org/youngfriends 314 655-5416
Friday, October 2, 2009
7:00 pm
jessica Care moore LIVE! – Spoken Word Event
Hosted by Soulternative's Selena J
Come experience the internationally celebrated poet and CEO of Moore Black Press. She has appeared on HBO's Def Poetry Jam and is well known for her history making appearances on It's Showtime at the Apollo.
Missouri History Museum
5700 Lindell Blvd (Forest Park
Tickets: Advance $10, $8 for Museum Members; $15, $13 for Members
More info: 314-361-9017 for more information. Pdf flyer
Friday October 2 – Sunday, October 4, 2009
Friday: 4 pm -11 pm
Saturday: 11 am -11 pm
Sunday: 11 am -9 pm
Taste of St. Louis 2009
Soldier’s Memorial
Downtown St. Louis
Free Admission
Saturday, October 3, - Sunday, October 4 2009
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
18th Annual “Best of Missouri Market”
Over 145 Missouri food producers and craftsmen offer fresh produce, baked goods, fresh and dried flowers, herbs, handcrafted items, baskets, wooden toys, custom jewelry and more. Live music and a Kids Corner with cow milking, pumpkin decorating and barnyard animals.
Outdoors under tents, rain or shine.
$12 adults (13-64), $10 seniors (65+), $5 children (3-12), $5 Garden members
Buy tickets in advance online at http://www.mobot.org/
MoBot Members-only early bird shopping: Saturday 7 am –9 am
Saturday October 3 & Sunday, October 4, 2009
The St. Louis Wine Festival
Saturday 12:00 - 7:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Forest Park
St. Louis, MissouriTickets: $20, $10 for Designated Drivers (non-drinkers)
A portion of the proceeds will be contributed to the Flora Conservancy of Forest Park, a not-for-profit volunteer organization that maintains the gardens at the Jewel Box and Pagoda Circle.
For more information about the Wine Festival, visit http://www.stlouiswinefestival.com/
Saturday, October 3, 2009
12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Morgan Ford in Motion Music & Street Festival
The festival will feature interactive performances, street art & music--a festival designed for all ages. Featuring Art Saint Louis hits the Street, Javier Mendoza, Steve Ewing, the Funky Butt Brass band and more
Morgan Ford at Juniata (near Tower Grove Park)
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 241-4810 christine@artstlouis.org http://www.morganfordinmotion.com/
Saturday, October 3, 2009
2:00 - 6:00 pm
Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis-Playing in the Dark: A Collision of Art and Chess
This event invites visitors to watch and play live chess matches with Grand Masters from the U.S. Women’s Chess Championship. The defending U.S. Women’s champion and Olympic Gold Medalist, Anna Zatonskih, will kick off the day by playing five players blindfolded.
Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
3750 Washington Blvd
St. Louis, MO
Sign up to participate at http://www.saintlouschessclub.org/
Saturday, October 3, 2009
11:45 pm - 2:30 am
HIP HOP YA DON'T STOP! PT2
The Delmar Lounge (The Loop)
6235 Delmar Blvd
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 725- 6565 djneedles76@gmail.com
Saturday, October 3, 20095:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Howard vs. FAMU HBCU Game Night – The 2009 HBCU Challenge!
The alumni of Howard University and Florida A&M University host a game night fundraiser.
Proceeds from this event will go towards the respective schools’ scholarship funds.
Morgan Street Brewery
721 N 2nd Street (Laclede’s Landing)
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 843 364-7321 oluchi.uwah@wfadvisors.com
Donation: $10
Sunday, October 4, 2009
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Carnival: Opening exhibit of Artist, Gena Brady Allen
The Urban Arts Collective at Urban Eats Cafe
3301 Meramec Street (Dutchtown)
Saint Louis, MO
More info: arts@urbaneatscafe.com
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Connect With...St. Louis Happy Hour
This is THE event for St. Louis young professionals to find out how to get connected. This is a signature Connect With... event. Learning about the more than 45 Connect With... member organizations and make new friends. From arts and culture, to volunteering, to social networking to leadership development, there is something for everyone to “Connect With…”Hotel Indigo
4630 Lindell (Central West End near Forest Park)
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 622-1250 X102 nikkiw@focus-stl.org
RSVP at this link.
5 pm - Midnight: Friday
America’s fastest growing Octoberfest Celebration
Live Music each day – the schedule here.
Lots of delicious food and drink (brats, rotisserie chicken, & beer) for purchase
Crowning of Miss Oktoberfest
Kid’s Karneval - $5
Festival entry fee: $5 which include entry into the tents.
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
GenNext Service Day
Volunteer for one of these projects:
1. Wesley House: Wesley House provides youth, family support, and economic development programs in north St. Louis.
4507 Lee Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63115
2. St. Vincent Home for Children: St. Vincent Home for Children provides residential treatment center for disturbed children, 5-12 years old.
Volunteers will participate in a variety of recreational activities with the children that currently reside at St. Vincent’s.
7401 Florissant Road
St. Louis, MO 63121
3. Our Lady of Guadalupe: Our Lady of Guadalupe is a Catholic school for students in kindergarten through 8th grade.
Volunteers are needed to help paint classrooms at this North County school.
17 Hawkesbury Drive
St. Louis, MO 63121
A thank you reception will take place immediately following the projects.
Sign up for one of these projects online: email gennext@stl.unitedway.org
Saturday, October 10, 2009
7:00 pm
St. Louis Blues Hockey Game to benefit the United Way of Greater St. Louis
Blues vs. Los Angeles Kings
The night will include a special auction and mystery bag sale to benefit United Way, as well as an information booth. Discounts on St. Louis Blues tickets are available to fans and for each ticket purchased through this offer, $5 will be donated to United Way.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
3:30pm - 6:00pm
Racial Profiling Community Forum
Viewing of the 2004 Dateline Episode titled "A Pattern of Suspicion" a program about racial profiling across the country, followed by a panel discussion.
Vaughn Cultural Center
3701 Grandel Square (Grand Arts District)
More info: 314 615-3631 imfilms2007@gmail.com
Light Refreshments provided
Friday, October 16, 20096:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Fest-of-Ale
Presented by the Young Friends of the Garden
Enjoy tasting specialty fall beers generously donated by Anheuser-Busch. Move and groove to the American folk, classic rock, and vintage country sounds of regional artists "The Dusty Bottoms".
Stroll through the Garden and enjoy the fall season.
$15 Members/$30 Non-members
*Free admission and automatic entry for a grand prize drawing with purchase of a new or renewed Garden membership.
Seasonal appetizers included with cost of admission.
Click here to register for this event
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Third Friday Seven Scorching Hot Years Birthday Blowout Open House
Put on your party shoes and let’s boogie down. Enjoy live art performance, glass making, and make some great Halloween Crafts, too. Third Fridays are free and family-friendly
Cash bar
FREE
Third Degree Glass Factory,
5200 Delmar, smack dab between University City’s Loop and the Central West End.
For more info: www.stlglass.com or 314-367-4527
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Carver Day
Carver Day highlights the life and legacy of Dr. George Washington Carver, a native Missourian and one of the world’s foremost scientists and educators. Join Dr. Carver (as portrayed by Paxton Williams) for a stroll around the Carver Garden, learn about the native plants and flowers that inspired him, and enjoy a special menu at the Garden's cafe.
Missouri Botanical Garden
12 noon - close
OYSTER FESTIVAL
Featuring over 10 special oyster dishes, including BBQ & char grilled oysters CHAR GRILLED OYSTERS
Live Music
$5 cover after 9 pm
Saturday, October 17, 2009 FRESH HOP ALE FESTIVAL
Schlafly Bottleworks
Celebrate the harvest with an autumn beer festival . Schlafly will feature plenty of Schlafly brews, plus great food and live music. Also, enjoy beers from other fine St. Louis breweries: Amalgamated Brewing Company, Mattingly Brewing Company, Square One Brewery, Morgan Street Brewery and O'Fallon Brewery.
TICKETS are $25 in advance and $30 day of event. Advance tickets are available now. Purchase in person at The Schlafly Tap Room or Schlafly Bottleworks through October 16th, or online until October 15th. Day of event tickets can be purchased at festival beginning at 11:30 a.m.
This event will likely sell out – get your tickets early!
Purchase advance tickets online HERE.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hops Art 2009
An evening of fabulous art, tasty beer, scrumptious food & fascinating artists.
This is the 3rd annual Hops Art event presented by the Art Saint Louis Gallery. It is a totally unique event that combines an art exhibition, a digital image presentation, delicious beer & food, and great people.
Art Saint Louis
555 Washington Avenue, Suite 150
Downtown Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 241-48103 christine@artstlouis.org
Saturday, October 24, 2009
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
United Way’s 5th annual Servathon
Volunteer with hundreds of others on National Make a Difference Day.
To volunteer, sign-up by October 20 by calling 314-539-4063 or online here. T-shirts will be available for purchase for $5 to help support United Way.
Free.
For more info visit the United Way of Greater St. Louis
October 31, 20099:00 pm - 2:00 am
Saints & Sinners Halloween Party
A Costume Party
The Old Ziegenhein Livery & Funeral Home
2723 Cherokee Street
Saint Louis, MO
Price: $15, includes open bar
More info: 314 750-1736 info@bfreepaparazzi.com
~~~~~ Ongoing Events ~~~~~
EarthWays Living the Green Life Exhibit9 am -5 pm
Learn more about sustainable living from displays showcasing goods, services and information with an environmental edge.
Family fun exhibit
Brookings Interpretive Center
Missouri Botanical Garden
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