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Beautiful day and scenery!What did you do Friday night? I had a great time.
The Night began with a stop by this week’s installment of Stress Free Fridays at St. Louis Jazz Café on St. Charles Ave. For five years, Mark Anthony Jones has been greeting St. Louis Professionals at the door of several local establishments encouraging them to relax and begin the weekend.
Read more at St. Louis Events Examiner: Friday Night Live, Recap of May 29, 2009.
Go directly to the May 2009 Calendar of Events.
May is National Bike Month. Have you considered a healthier, cost-effective alternative to driving and gas consumption? Well, cycling certainly is cost-effective and helps you burn that access fuel that may be around your waist, saving your wallet and your health. This Friday is National Bike to Work Day and commuters all over the country are leaving their autombiles in the drive way and cycling to work. Plus, there are many more cycling events for the remainder of the month.
Get the scoop on all of the cycling activities for this month at St. Louis Events Examiner: St. Louis area events celebrating National Bike Month.
Apr 29 -May 2
Fri May 1 – Sat May 2
Sat May 2Go directly to the April 2009 Events or May 2009 Events Calendar.
I must admit, I really enjoy being out and about. Last night, Wednesday, April 22, 2009, was a perfect example as to why.
The Missouri History Museum held an Opening Reception for the Mary Lee Bendolph, Gee’s Bend Quilts, and Beyond Exhibition. Quilters and members of the Gee’s Bend, Alabama community were in attendance as the press and Museum Members were treated to a view of the exhibit and a chance to meet the quilters and the curator of the exhibit. The exhibit is open until September 13 and I was amazed at the color and work of the quilts on displays.
I also recommend checking out the supplemental activities for this exhibition. Now until Sunday, April 26, 2009, Quilters, by Molly Newman and Barbara Damashek, is a dynamic performance at the Missouri History Museum.
Here are some pictures from the Reception.
We were also treated to a performance. The ladies sang some spirituals.
Also that evening, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeastern Missouri hosted a special thank you reception for ‘Bigs’ (a big brother or sister mentor). I’ve been a volunteer with BBBS for nearly 6 years. If you would like to make a difference in a child’s life, then BBBS would love to help you make a new friend. Sign up today. Here are photos from the reception hosted at the BBBS Offices at the corner of Grand Ave and Olive Blvd. 
I'm very excited about Earth Day! And so is St. Louis. The host of activities for the Annual Earth Day Celebration at Forest Park and throughout the city are bustling at the seams.
I'll post an exhaustive list of great things to do with your fam, friends or alone. In the meantime, check out this link to all of the great give-aways from merchants: Holidays Examiner: Earth Day Freebies
Go directly to the April 2009 Calendar of Events.
Go directly to the April 2009 Calendar of Events.
Serving the community is perfect way to spend time making our city better. Even if you’ve been affected by the recent economic downturn, service is a perfect way to stay busy and productive. Community service allows you to continue using your skills. It may also help you cultivate new skills to expand your work possibilities. Not only that, serving others gives most people a bright positive feeling inside which is important for fighting off any feelings of sadness or desperation which can occur when one is laid off.
Here are a few volunteer opportunities I know about. Maybe I’ll see you around the water cooler soon.
Saturday, April 18th & Sunday April 19, 2009
Volunteer Shifts: 11:00-2:30 & 2:15-5:00
15th Anniversary Grand South Grand House Tour
Tour begins in 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. If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at: http://us.mc01g.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=volunteer@fuelforthecity.org.
Sunday, April 19 – Saturday, April 25, 2009
National volunteer Week
The Mission Continues, a Military Veterans Service Group, is asking everyone to perform an Hour of Service this week as a tribute to our veterans and active military personnel. You can lead a Veterans Tribute project or volunteer at your local veterans home or war memorial.
Register: Email Chris Martinez, our Director of Volunteer Outreach, at cmartinez@missioncontinues.org or call 314.588.8805
Ongoing
Volunteer Math Tutors Needed
The Roosevelt High School Community Council is looking for area residents, who enjoy helping young people, to volunteer to tutor high school students at Roosevelt High School (3230 Hartford Street). The subject areas are basic math, pre-algebra and algebra. Volunteers are asked to volunteer for two hours per day, one or two days per week, for a semester at a time. The tutoring sessions will occur during the school day. Tutors will be provided with a lesson plan for each session and all necessary materials for instruction. All volunteer tutors will be screened through the St. Louis Public Schools, which includes a background check. A flyer with more detailed information is attached. Please feel free to share this information with family and friends who might be interested in volunteering. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Katie Kappel at http://us.mc01g.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=katiekappel@gmail.com .
Ongoing – month of May
Design Ideas Charity Store
Home Décor and Home/Office Organization products for 75% off retail ALL of the PROCEEDS benefit Four great local charities, the Missouri Botanical Garden, The National Children’s Cancer Society, Character Pus, and Edgewood Children’s Center.
Volunteer Shift Workers needed.
Mon – Fri: 10am – 8pm
Sat-Sun: 10am – 6pm
Shifts are 2-3 hrs in length, no heavy lifting.
Volunteers get a special sneak-peek shopping opportunity.
Sign up now. Contact Norma Fraser 314 577-0278 or norma.fraser@mobot.org
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Go Ape in Vegas at Trivia Gone Wild presented by Commerce Bank
The St. Louis Zoo Young Friends Annual Event
Volunteers are needed.
Setup shift: 2 – 6 pm shift as well as the
Event shifts: 4 – 8 p.m. and 6 – 11 p.m. event shifts
Light food and beverage will be provided for all volunteers.
Contact Lauren E. Kistner (314) 646-4516, kistner@stlzoo.org
Sunday May 3, 2009
4th Annual Spring for Strays at Harry's Restaurant
Live music, good food, silent auction and a female impersonator show. Well socialized dogs are welcomedand more details will be forthcoming.
Harry's Restaurant & Bar
2144 Market (Downtown)
St. Louis City
Wednesday May 6, 2009
5:00 pm - until
Muttini Night at Frazer’s.
$10 donation at the door goes to Stray Rescue. Frazer's will provide free appetizers from 5-6p. If you've never been to Frazer's, it's always tasty and great atmosphere! (http://www.frazergoodeats.com/)
Frazer’s Restaurant
1811 Pestalozzi StSt Louis, MO 63118
Sunday, June 7, 2009
St. Louis Children’s Hospital Make Tracks for the Zoo
An annual fundraiser for runners and walkers of all ages presented by the St. Louis Zoo Friends
Volunteers are needed.
Registration shift: 6 – 11 a.m.
Event Shift: 7 – 11 a.m.
Activities & Awards Shift: 8 a.m. – 12 Noon
Light food and beverage will be provided for all volunteers.
Contact Lauren E. Kistner (314) 646-4516, kistner@stlzoo.org
Noted environmentalist Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. will speak on Tuesday, April 14 at the St. Louis Science Center. Kennedy will present "Our Environmental Destiny", discussing the role natural resources play in the work, health and identity of Americans and his belief that all people have a responsibility to protect and preserve the planet for future generations. This is the kickoff event for this weekend's program - Eco Expo also at the St. Louis Science Center.
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 4
Sat Apr 4Mon Apr 6
Opening Day for St. Louis Cardinals Baseball
Wed Apr 8
Fri Apr 10
Tue Apr 14
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.
Fri Apr 18 – Sun Apr 19Sat 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
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 26
Tuesdays
