Showing posts with label Summer 2009. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Summer 2009. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

What's happening this week? July 21-26, 2009

Go directly to the July 2009 Events Calendar

The Examiner.com publishing page has been on the fritz lately. This is 2 weeks in a row I haven’t been able to publish my weekly updates in a timely manner. But never fear, your hostess still has you covered.

The Deets:

Tuesday, July 21, 2009
5:30 - 9:00 pm
River City Professionals Event and 4th Annual City-Wide Open Studios Preview Party
Party with the artists and the River City Professionals. Contemporary Art Museum 3750 Washington Blvd (Grand Art Center) St Louis, MO 63108-3612 This is kickoff event for the week-long event - Open Studios - dedicated to the discovery of the hidden spaces where artists work.
Tue Jul 21 – Sun Jul 26
Open Studios Preview Week The work will remain on view throughout the week during normal museum business hours
(10:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday – Saturday and 11:00 am – 4:00 pm on Sunday).
Contemporary Art Museum 3750 Washington Blvd (Grand Art Center) St Louis, MO 63108-3612

Wednesday, July 22, 2009
5:30 - 10:00 pm
Jammin' at the Zoo
Tasting Package Admission Includes admission to event, unlimited wine and beer tasting from 6 to 8 p.m. (while supplies last), opportunity to purchase wine, beer and food, and live entertainment.
Zoo Friends Members: $10. Park for free at the north parking lot on Government Drive, and enter through the North Entrance.
Non-Members: $20. Park for free at the south parking lot on Wells Drive, and enter through the South Entrance.
Live Entertainment
Rain or Shine


Wednesday, July 22 2009 5:30 pm
Conversations in Black and White
In January 2010, the Missouri History Museum welcomes the special Exhibition RACE: Are We So Different? Organized by the Science Museum of Minnesota, the exhibition explores the science of human variation, the history of the idea of race and the contemporary experience of race and racism in the United States. In preparation for the exhibition, the Missouri History Museum, in conjunction with the St. Louis Beacon and KETC/Channel 9, will present a monthly series of programs addressing issues related to race in the region and nation-wide. While the programs will vary in format, each one promises to be thought provoking. For our first program, join us for an evening of thought-provoking theatre exploring assumptions and identity. Performed by the museum's Teens Make History actors, these vignettes address an array of topics, including a recent St. Louis Post-Dispatch article illustrated with an interracial couple kissing. Enjoy a DJ spinning in th background while your conversations are sparked by the scenes.
MacDermott Grand Hall
Missouri History Museum
Free

Wednesday, July 22, 2009
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Special screening of CNN's broadcast of "Black in America 2"
CNN’s Soledad O'Brien reports on people who are using ground-breaking solutions to transform the black experience.
YWCA Metro St. Louis
3820 W. Pine Blvd. (located on the SLU campus)
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Light refreshments will be served. Program starts promptly at 7 pm
Seating is limited. Please confirm attendance.
More info: 314 351-1115 egray@ywcastlouis.org


Thursday, July 23, 2009
7 pm
Showing of the “The Rink” by Ronald Butts
A documentary on the urban roller skating tradition in the African-American communities of St. Louis and East St. Louis.
Tivoli
More info: http://www.cinemastlouis.org/showcase2.html

Thursday, July 23, 2009
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
State Beauty Supply Presents Volume II
A Cutting-Edge Charity Event to Benefit Siteman Cancer Center
More details about this event go to http://www.alivemag.com/.
More information on Siteman Cancer Center, visit http://www.siteman.wustl.edu/ and for State Beauty Supply visit http://www.statebeautystores.com/.
Tickets $15 at the door.



Thursday, July 23, 2009 8:00 pm – 1:00 am
Groundation Selahbration: Mario Pascal Performance A movin’ and groovin’ celebration of the birth of His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I and Love, Light, and Livity!!! The Gramophone 4243 Manchester Rd (The Grove) More info: 314 276-1401, pascalproductions@gmail.com



Friday, July 24, 2009 10:00 am - all day
Henry Shaw’s 209th Birthday Celebration Missouri Botanical Garden founder Henry Shaw’s 209th birthday celebration featuring old-fashioned entertainment including music, a silhouette artist, stilt-walker, magician, actors in Victorian fashions, children’s games, and fun in the Children’s Garden. Missouri Botanical Garden Activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Spoehrer Plaza, outside the Ridgway Visitor Center. Admission is free for all visitors, all day long!

Friday, July 24 – Saturday, July 25, 2009
All day
Belgian Beer & Mussel Mania Schlafly Tap Room (downtown location) Plus live music -- Friday: Red-Headed Strangers; Saturday: Sins of the Pioneers

Saturday, July 25, 2009 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Kingston Dental's New Patient Day Looking for a dentist? We've got a deal for you! Join us for Kingston Dental Group's New Patient Day! Receive a FREE complete dental exam, full mouth x-ray and consultation ( a $296 value). Limited appointments available. ONE DAY ONLY! Kingston Dental 4442 Telegraph Rd

Saturday, July 25, 2009
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Out West Art Exhibit of Sarah Faraone, Artist
A series of sketches based on a trip to South Dakota.
The Urban Arts Collective at Urban Eats Cafe
3301 Meramec (Dutchtown)
Saint Louis, MO
More info: arts@urbaneatscafe.com

Saturday, July 25, 2009
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Arf Nouveau Art Show
Annual art show in which more than 35 local artists create a piece of art inspired by a Stray Rescue dog or cat. Plus, 20 Stray Rescue dogs and cats will make a piece of art with their noses, tails and paws.
All artwork is available for purchase via a silent auction to benefit the mission of Stray Rescue
Appetizers, cash bar and music available.
No dogs are allowed at this event
Champagne preview party from 6-7pm and tickets are $50 each.
General admission and cash bar starts at 7pm.
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO

Saturday, July 25, 2009
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Global Warmth
the listening party that embraces us all
Featuring groovy tunes from the diaspora with the best of 1970's cinema funk, Bollywood, and singer and guitarist Mario Pascal Charles will perform original Global fusion along with earthy percussionist Duane 'Jingo' Williams, and Raven Wolf on sax and flute.
Urban Lounge
3216 South Grand
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 610-8849 knocradio@yahoo.com
Free

Saturday July 25 – Sunday, July 26, 2009 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Open Studios Weekend This event offers a unique opportunity to explore these creative spaces and enjoy one of the most exciting parts of contemporary art—being able to talk to the artists. Spanning the areas of St. Louis City, University City, and Maplewood, in some of St. Louis’ most diverse and energetic neighborhoods, more than 100 artists are inviting the public to view the spaces where they work. Guests are invited to tour the various spaces all weekend and find out what kind of creative invention happens behind closed doors. There is no fee and no reservations are required to visit these private studios. This is the perfect opportunity to meet the artists firsthand and explore work that is familiar or new. Free and open to the public

Sunday, July 26, 2009 2:00 – 6:00 pm
The Big Splash A poolside fashion and trunk show featuring trends from local style mavens. While enjoying complimentary food and drink, attendees will see the latest summer fashions from Lori Coulter Made-to-Wear Swimwear and Valerie Mills Apparel modeled poolside. McKnight Crossing (just south of Tilles Park) For more information, visit http://www.mcknightcrossing.com/ or call 314-961-7000. Rain date August 2.
Free and open to the public.

Sunday, July 26, 2009 2:00 -6:00 pm
Piasa Winery Live Music Events: Featuring Tim Buck Two
Guitar and harmonica duo singing all your favorites Plus 10% off EVERYTHING IN THE STORE!!!! Piasa Winery 211 W Main Street Grafton, Illinois
Free

Friday, July 17, 2009

What's happening this weekend? July 17-19, 2009

This weekend promises to be as nice as the weather we've been having lately. All-Star Weekend was a blast and the the fun continues. See you out and about!
The Deets:
Friday, July 17 – Saturday, July 18, 20096:00 pm - 10:00 pm
LIVE on the Levee featuringSonic Youth on Friday and Little FeatFree Family Fun and Concerts under the Gateway Arch!
Friday, July 17, 2009 6:00 – 10:00 pm Third Friday Open House See glassblowers play with fire, creating glass art right before your eyes. Note: For the hearing impaired, student interpreters from SLCC-Florissant Valley sign glassblowing demos beginning at 6:30 p.m. Get your hands on glass. Make a paperweight, tile keepsake, or beads ($20 - $30). At 7 p.m. Union Avenue Opera performers give sneak peek preview of Verdi’s Il Trovatore. Then at 8 p.m. the Michael Jonas Band strums up bluegrass, new grass, and jazz. Third Degree East Gallery shows Dreamzine Dudes by Karen Woodard and Duck! New Glass by Jessica Kopitske. On view through August 18. Free and family-friendly Cash bar Third Degree Glass Factory 5200 Delmar

Friday, July 17, 2009 7:00 – 10:00 pm Raise the Woof: Fundraiser for St. Charles Humane Center Complimentary Cocktails from Hound Dog Sweet Tea until 9p This no-kill animal shelter desperately needs the community's support to stay open and help animals during these tough economic times. This center is in urgent need. Join me and help. $20 donation


Friday, July 17, 2009 8:00pm - 10:00pm Howl at the Movies Presents: "Hotel for Dogs" A movie night for the whole family, including the four-legged children. Bring your Lawn Chairs, dogs welcome (but must remained leashed) Pet and people refreshments available for purchase. Petropolis Parking Lot 16830 Chesterfield Airport Road Chesterfield MO Free





Friday, July 17, 2009
10:00 pm
"SHOCK THERAPY" Fiesta Edition
Good food, Good times
El Borracho (formerly Nectar Lounge)
2001 Locust St (Downtown Saint Louis, MO)
Sounds by: DJ SIR THURL
More info: info@koncepts-stl.com closetofamous@yahoo.com
Free Admission, Free drinks, Free Buffet until 11:00


Saturday, July 18, 2009
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Healthy You, Healthy Planet Festival
Enjoy a day dedicated to good health, green living, and great fun!
Sample activities include
Try Yoga and Tai Chi, Healing Arts Demonstration, Traditional Remedies, Health Screenings, Horticulture Therapy, Massage, EarthWays: Living the Green Life Exhibit, Kids Corner fit and healthy fun
Download program book for complete list of activities.
Admission: $4, St. Louis City and County residents, $3 St. Louis City /County Senior residents (65+);
FREE for Missouri Botanical Garden Members and their children.


Saturday, July 18, 2009
9:30 am - 11:30 am
RVSTL's Rehabbers Club Neighborhood Tour
Renaissance Development Associates
3010 Locust Blvd. Ste 102
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 31 4719-6507 scottwmcintosh@yahoo.com
Tour the Locust Business District. Meeting location is the Renaissance Development Associates offices.
Discuss the new branding for the neighborhood and Street Fest and learn about the history of neighborhood and Renaissance’s role in its development.
After the tour, consider lunch at these neighborhood locations:
Fountain on Locust
Pappy’s Smokehouse
The Good Pie
Free

Saturday, July 18, 2009 6:00 - 8:00 pm Minding the Gap Opening Reception Juried multi-media exhibit examining neglected negative, space, empty spaces or the missing subject. Art Saint Louis Gallery 555 Washington Avenue Saint Louis, MO More info: 3142414810 Exhibit open until August 27, 2009 Free

Saturday, July 18, 2009
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Diversity Arts Open Mic and Reception
A culminating performance and gallery featuring the imaginative self-authored works that are the result of 10 days of artistic and personal exploration and sharing. The performance incorporates dance, spoken word, theater, media and visual art! MC'ed by local writer and teacher, Rodney Smith!
Plus check out The Fête Society Calendar of Events page for more thigns happening for the rest of teh month.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

All-Star Baseball Action and more this weekend in St. Louis

Go directly to the July 2009 Events Calendar



I've got All-Star baseball fever. Do you? There's a lot going on this weekend and early next week. Get out and enjoy the great weather and great times celebrating baseball.

Check out the St. Louis Events Examiner Events for things to do with friends and with family.

Check them out and leave a comment let me know what you got into and how things are going.


Your Hostess,
Danielle

Tuesday, July 07, 2009

July 2009 Events

Thu Jul 2
6:30 pm - until
The Walk - Central West End
Weekly for a social bar hop presented by Metropolis
6:30 to 7:45 pm
Culpepper's Bar and Grill – you must have the chicken wings and salad.
300 N Euclid Ave
St. Louis, MO 63108
7:45 to 9:30 pm
New American Burgers Restaurant (connected to Sub Zero Vodka Bar)
308 N. Euclid Ave
St. Louis, MO
9:30 to ??? pm
Brennan's Wine, Food & Tobacco
4659 Maryland Ave
St. Louis, MO 63108


Mon Jul 6
7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Meet Me In St. Louis-Opening Night!
The St. Louis Exposition returns to Forest Park, and the sound of the trolley will ring once more! The lights will be shining again as the Smith sisters scheme and connive to get their men – or at least their "boys next door" – to meet them at the fair. So meet us at The Muny for one of the most exciting evenings St. Louis has seen in more than a hundred years!
The Muny Theatre
Forest Park
Playing nightly until Sun July 12

Wed Jul 8
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Clayton Chamber of Commerce Parties in the Park
The evening includes music by Charles Glenn: A Tribute to Prince & Stevie Wonder and food by Domino's Pizza.
KWMU 90.7 FM is a sponsor and needs volunteers!
Join radioACTIVE Young Friends, a young professionals group of those age 21 and up, who are volunteering at the Beer Booth.
Interested in volunteering your time and meeting some new friends? Contact Rachel Augustine at (314) 516-6306 or raugustine@kwmu.org.
Shaw Park

Thu Jul 9
6:30 - 11:30 pm
The "All Star" Walk - In Honor of the All Star Game!
This week’s installment of
Metropolis St. Louis’ weekly social bar hop is all about America’s favorite pastime
6:30 - 8:00: Broadway Oyster Bar - 736 S Broadway
8:00 - 9:30: Kilroy’s Sports Bar- 720 S 7th
9:30 - ???: Paddy O’s - 619 S 7th



Thu Jul 9
7:30 - 11:00 pm
A-List 2009: The Star-Studded Party of the Summer
Presented by St. Louis Magazine
Maryland Plaza
Kick off St. Louis' All-Star weekend as we celebrate the best in food, nightlife, fashion, culture and more. Enjoy an open bar and sample savory cuisine from the city's best restaurants.
Enjoy food from A-List winners: Baileys Chocolate Bar, B.C.'s Kitchen, Franco's, Local Harvest Cafe, Serendipity, Sugaree Baking Company, Café Provencal, Triumpth, Niche, Sub Zero Vodka Bar and others!
Tickets are only $35. Call 314.918.3026 or visit to purchase tickets at
www.stlmag.com/events.
More info 314 918-3026, swania@stlmag.com

Fri Jul 10
5:00 pm-1:30 am
STRESS FREE FRIDAYS: ALL-STAR EDITION
A roving Happy Hour and Social Networking Group
Black Label Gallery Lounge
758 S. 4th Street (near Busch Stadium)
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-621-1929

Fri Jul 10
6:00 – 11:00 pm
Let them Eat Art
Downtown Maplewood celebrates Bastille Day with a self-guided, anything-goes event with live art, music, belly dancing and more.
Maplewood, MO

Sat Jul 11
9:00 - 11:00 am
Let's Yoga with NetIP St. Louis
Mahatma Gandhi Center (across from the Hindu Temple)
727 Weidman Rd
Saint Louis, MO
Bring your exercise mat
Free for NetIP Members. $5 for non Members.

Mon Jul 13
3:30 – 7:30 pm
Griffin & the Gargoyles Perform
Paddy O's (next to Busch Stadium)
619 7th Street

Tue Jul 14
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Baseball Boulevard: A Baseball Block Party
Join Clayton restaurants and businesses for a big All-Star party including a DJ from 4 pm – 7pm, and the 2009 MLB All-Star Game on the outdoor screen.
Give aways during the game.
North Central Avenue, between Maryland and Forsyth, will be closed to vehicle traffic and renamed Baseball Boulevard.
Central Avenue
City of Clayton


Wed Jul 15
6:00pm - 10:00pm
B. Free Paparazzi Movie Group Presents "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince"
I’ve read the books and I am very much looking forward to this movie. I can’t wait!
MOOLAH THEATER & LOUNGE
3821 Lindell Blvd
Saint Louis, MO
More info:
info@bfreepaparazzi.com
Get your discount tickets, $7 before they are all gone. Click
here.

Thu Jul 16
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Parties in the Plaza!
The party has finally moved inside of the plaza! Event goers will be able to freely walk around the village with food and drinks while listening to great live bands!
Westport Plaza "Village".


Thu Jul 16
5:30 – 8:00 pm
Washington University’s Party With a Purpose
Come out and learn more about the University’s continuing education program and discover professional development opportunities they have to offer.
Café Eau
Chase Park Hotel
212 N Kingshighway (Central West End)
St. Louis, MO

Thu Jul 16
6:00 pm until
Simple Pleasures II
Doors @ 6pm
Mandarin Lounge
Presented by
www.bfreepaparazzi.com
FREE ADMISSION TILL 7pm ($10 after)

Thu Jul 16
6:00 – 8:00 pm
United Way’s Young Leadership Society Kickoff
St. Louis City Hall Rotunda
1200 Market Street
Come celebrate a stellar inaugural year of the Society and kickoff the 2009 campaign right!
Parking is available in the Clark Street lot, and additional parking is available on Tucker. Please enter City Hall at the Tucker or Clark entrances.
For more information or questions, contact Anne May at anne.may@stl.unitedway.org or (314) 539-4191.
Register online by July 13, 2009.

Fri Jul 17
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Raise the Woof: Fundraiser for St. Charles Humane Center
Complimentary Cocktails from Hound Dog Sweet Tea until 9p
This no-kill animal shelter desperately needs the community's support to stay open and help animals during these tough economic times. This center is in urgent need. Join me and help.
$20 donation




Fri Jul 17
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Third Friday Open House
See glassblowers play with fire, creating glass art right before your eyes. Note: For the hearing impaired, student interpreters from SLCC-Florissant Valley sign glassblowing demos beginning at 6:30 p.m. Get your hands on glass. Make a paperweight, tile keepsake, or beads ($20 - $30). At 7 p.m. Union Avenue Opera performers give sneak peek preview of Verdi’s Il Trovatore. Then at 8 p.m. the Michael Jonas Band strums up bluegrass, new grass, and jazz. Third Degree East Gallery shows Dreamzine Dudes by Karen Woodard and Duck! New Glass by Jessica Kopitske. On view through August 18.
Free and family-friendly
Cash bar
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar

Fri Jul 17
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Howl at the Movies Presents: "Hotel for Dogs"
A movie night for the whole family, including the four-legged children.
Bring your Lawn Chairs, dogs welcome (but must remained leashed)
Pet and people refreshments available for purchase.
Petropolis Parking Lot
16830 Chesterfield Airport Road
Chesterfield MO
Free

Sat Jul 18
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Minding the Gap Opening Reception
Juried multi-media exhibit examining neglected negative, space, empty spaces or the missing subject.
Art Saint Louis Gallery
555 Washington Avenue
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 3142414810
Exhibit open until August 27, 2009
Free

Mon Jul 20
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Connect With...Meeting and Workshop: “How to Start and Grow Your Young Professional Group”
Come and find out the best practices for:
-starting a young professionals group if your organization has none
- strengthening your organization's young professionals group
-attracting and retaining members
-professional development activities
Presenters include Scott Lapp, River City Professionals; Tina Nelson, Family Resource Center; Mandy Tipton, Ronald McDonald House; Mark Denk, United Way’s GenNext; and moderated by John Wendling, FUEL
Schlafly Bottleworks
One Schlafly Place
Maplewood, MO
RSVP or More info: 314 622-1250;
nikkiw@focus-stl.org


Tue Jul 21
5:30 – 9:30 pm
4th Annual City-Wide Open Studios Preview Party
This is kickoff event for the week-long event - Open Studios - dedicated to the discovery of the hidden spaces where artists work.
Party with the artists and the River City Professionals.
Contemporary Art Museum
3750 Washington Blvd (Grand Art Center)
St Louis, MO 63108-3612
(314) 535-4660

Tue Jul 21 – Sun Jul 26
Open Studios Preview Week
The work will remain on view throughout the week during normal museum business hours (10:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday – Saturday and 11:00 am – 4:00 pm on Sunday). Contemporary Art Museum
3750 Washington Blvd (Grand Art Center)
St Louis, MO 63108-3612


Thu Jul 23
8:00 pm – 1:00 am
Groundation Selahbration: Mario Pascal Performance
A movin’ and groovin’ celebration of the birth of His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I and Love, Light, and Livity!!!
The Gramophone
4243 Manchester Rd (The Grove)
More info: 314 276-1401, pascalproductions@gmail.com

Fri Jul 24
10:00 am - all day
Henry Shaw’s 209th Birthday Celebration
Missouri Botanical Garden founder Henry Shaw’s 209th birthday celebration featuring old-fashioned entertainment including music, a silhouette artist, stilt-walker, magician, actors in Victorian fashions, children’s games, and fun in the Children’s Garden.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Spoehrer Plaza, outside the Ridgway Visitor Center.
Admission is free for all visitors, all day long!


Fri Jul 24 - Sat Jul 25
all day
Belgian Beer & Mussel Mania
Schlafly Tap Room (downtown location)
Plus live music -- Friday: Red-Headed Strangers; Saturday: Sins of the Pioneers

Sat Jul 25
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Kingston Dental's New Patient Day
Looking for a dentist? We've got a deal for you! Join us for Kingston Dental Group's New Patient Day! Receive a FREE complete dental exam, full mouth x-ray and consultation ( a $296 value). Limited appointments available. ONE DAY ONLY!
Kingston Dental
4442 Telegraph Rd

Sat Jul 25 - Sun Jul 26
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Open Studios Weekend
This event offers a unique opportunity to explore these creative spaces and enjoy one of the most exciting parts of contemporary art—being able to talk to the artists.
Spanning the areas of St. Louis City, University City, and Maplewood, in some of St. Louis’ most diverse and energetic neighborhoods, more than 100 artists are inviting the public to view the spaces where they work. Guests are invited to tour the various spaces all weekend and find out what kind of creative invention happens behind closed doors. There is no fee and no reservations are required to visit these private studios. This is the perfect opportunity to meet the artists firsthand and explore work that is familiar or new.
Free and open to the public

Sun Jul 26
2:00 – 6:00 pm
The Big Splash
A poolside fashion and trunk show featuringtrends from local style mavens. While enjoying complimentary food and drink, attendees will see the latest summer fashions from Lori Coulter Made-to-Wear Swimwear and Valerie Mills Apparel modeled poolside.
McKnight Crossing (just south of Tilles Park)
Free and open to the public.
For more information, visit http://www.mcknightcrossing.com/ or call 314-961-7000.
Rain date August 2.

Fri Jul 31
9:00-1:00
Griffin & the Gargoyles Perform
Cafe Eau
Chase Park Plaza
Central West End

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. No cover, great beer, friendly service, and lively music!


Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Free Family Film Festival
10:00 am
When school’s out, the theater will be in session!
Every Tuesday and Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. this summer, Regal Stadium 18 Cinemas at St. Louis Mills will present free family-friendly flicks.
A different G-rated and PG-rated movie will be featured each week. Kidgits members will also get to spin the prize wheel each time they come. Non-members can join at the Festival from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and receive a special gift!

St. Louis Mills Regal Stadium 18 Cinemas
5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd.
Hazelwood, MO
Check http://www.stlouismills.com/ for a list of movies.

Wednesdays in June and July
Whitaker Musical Festival
5 pm - 9:30 pm
Free admission after 5 pm, music at begins 7:30 pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden also remains open late until 7 pm
Free parking
Can bring your own picnic
This event has become so popular that very early arrival is recommended.

Thursdays now thru September 3
Garden Party Nights

5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Missouri Botanical Gardens Celebrate the Garden’s 150th anniversary at Garden Party Nights! Enjoy strolling the grounds in the summer evening, sample beverages from area wineries and microbreweries, and watch madonnari (street painters) create new artwork on the pavement each week. Children can have their faces painted, play with jugglers and magicians, and explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden.
Children’s Garden open until 8 p.m. and included with event admission. Tickets available online soon.
No outside food or beverages allowed.
Cost: $7 adults, $3 children (3–12), $5 Garden members.
Fridays now through September 4, 2009
Jungle Boogie Friday Night Concert Series
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo
Bring the whole family for a free concert in the center of the Zoo.
Artists and music genre change each week.
Free.
For more information: 314 781-0900, or http://www.stlzoo.org/


Fridays and Saturdays evenings all summer
Patio Palooza
Café Eau
Chase Park Plaza
212 N. Kingshighway Blvd

Friday and Saturday nights
LIVE on the Levee
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
July 17 and 18
July 24 and 25
July 31 and August 1
Free Family Fun and Concerts under the Gateway Arch!
http://celebratestlouis.org/Celebrate/schedule.cfm

Saturdays
Premium Open Bar All Night on Saturday Nights
Ladies are FREE, Gentlemen are $20
Harry's Restaurant & Bar
2144 Market (Downtown)
St. Louis City

Saturdays and Sundays in July
Piasa Winery Live Music Events
2:00 -6:00 pm
7/4 - Benny Weber - acoustic light rock
7/5 - Phoenixx, Unplugged - acoustic guitar and piano
7/11 - Mark Gordon - acoustic guitar playing rock, folk rock, and contemporary hits
7/12 - Nancy Lippincott - local vocalist and multi-instrumentalist playing primarilyAmerican folk and celtic 3-6 PM
7/18 - Bob Hanna - acoustical playing of Rock & Roll and the Blues
7/19 - Benny Weber - acousitc light rock
7/25 - Elliott Ranney/Panacea - acoustic music like an island breeze
7/26 - Tim Buck Two - guitar and harmonica duo singing all your favorites
Plus 10% off EVERYTHING IN THE STORE!!!!
Piasa Winery
211 W Main Street
Grafton, Illinois

Now – October 2009
Earthways: Living the Green Life Exhibition
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Extended hours during Garden Party Nights until 9 pm.

Now – September 13, 2009
Mary Lee Bendolph: Gee’s Bend Quilt Exhibit

Missouri History Museum
Adults: $5; Seniors/Students: $4; Children (6-12): $3; Free on Tuesdays

Now - November 8, 2009
Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance Exhibit

Missouri History Museum
Adults: $7; Seniors/Students: $5; Children (6-12): $3; Free on Tuesdays

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Jammin’ at the Zoo


Wednesday, July 22, 2009 and Wednesday, August 26, 2009
6:00 – 10:00 pm
6:00 – 8:00 pm: Beer and Wine Tasting
Jammin' at the Zoo
Live music featuring local acts such as Arvell & Co, DJ Greasy, Urban Groove Project, Kim Massie, Mario Pascal, and My Own Medicine.
Beer, Wine, and Food available for purchase

Ages 21 and up
General Admission
Free for Zoo Members, $10 for non-members
Tasting Package – to get unlimited wine and beer tasting while supplies last
$10 for Zoo Members, $20 for non-members

But the format has changed some, visit this link to learn the new details.
Jammin’ at the Zoo – Singing a slightly different tune this year

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Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Win Free Tickets for B. Free Paparazzi Night to see Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen


B. Free Paparazzi hosts another sure-to-sell-out and be-talk-about movie night this weekend with the opening of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. Would you like to win free tickets? No, this isn't a fake-out. Seriously you could win free tickets to attend the movie this weekend.

How?

Check out the article:
B. Free Paparazzi is Transforming movie night for young urban St. Louis professionals, and make a comment sharing your favorite B. Free memory or your favorite childhood Transformers (cartoon or action figure) memory.

The selected commenter will win a pair of tickets to attend the Transformers Movie Night on Friday, June 26, 2009, at 9 pm, Moolah Theater.

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Best of luck and I'll see you out and about!
Your Hostess, Danielle

**********UPDATE********UPDATE**********
Winners announced.
A pair of Transformers 2 Movie Tickets for Friday, June 26 at Moolah is....
Ms. Amina Terry
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Prizes courtesy of B. Free Paparazzi.
Have fun and B. Free!

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Tuesday, June 09, 2009

Plays, Produce, Spray Paint, and Phat Beats: Weekend Recap June 5 – 7, 2009

Go directly the June 2009 Events Calendar.

Last weekend offered many things to do – enjoying the outdoors, hanging out with friends, socializing, and eating delicious food.

Friday evening, June 5th, a few friends joined me at annual The Shakespeare Festival. It was a lovely time.









ABSTRAKT Art Gallery, located at 1902 Arsenal was celebrating their Grand Opening.

Sunday afternoon, June 7th, I went down to the Delmar Loop to enjoy some live local music featuring Black Spade, Rockwell Knuckles, plus DJ Needles, teresajenee, Vandalyzm, Tef Poe & Corey Black all for FREE!



Read more about the weekend and see more pictures here: Plays, Produce, Spray Paint, and Phat Beats: Weekend Recap June 5 – 7, 2009.

Wednesday, June 03, 2009

June 2009 Events



Wed Jun 3
5 pm - 9:30 pm
Whitaker Musical Festival Begins
Free admission after 5 pm, music at begins 7:30 pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden also remains open late until 7 pm
Free
bring your own picnic
This event has become so popular that very early arrival is recommended.

Thu Jun 4 - Mon Jun 9, 2009
2:00 pm - 6:00pm
Beer & Crafts at the Royale
In the spirit of handcrafting unique and local treasures, The Royale is inviting the local craft community during the first annual STL Craft Beer Week. Independent crafting–be it with yarn, paper, glass, metal, or barley and hops–is one of the things that makes Saint Louis great. Come celebrate people-based production and meet others doing the same.
The Royale Food and Spirits
3132 South Kingshighway (near Arsenal)
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 772-3600, theroyale@gmail.com
Free Event (Food and drink available for purchase)

Fri June 5 – Sat June 6
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Triple Crown Party
Enjoy a party celebrating the three jewels of the Triple Crown. Games, hat contest, music, food and drink.
Washington Farmers Market
Main and Elm Streets
Washington, MO 63090
Information: 636-239-2715

Fri Jun 5
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
Stress Free Fridays 5 Year Anniversary Celebration

Stress Free Fridays celebrates 5 years of bringing young professionals together to unwind, network and start the weekend.
Posh
408 N. Euclid
Saint Louis, MO 63108
314-361-posh
AFTERPARTY 1:00 - 3:00am
Delmar Lounge
6235 Delmar Blvd
University City Loop
More info: stressfreefridays.ning.com

Fri Jun 5
6:00pm - 11:00pm
The Fête Society goes to Shakespeare in the Park
The Shakespeare Festival of St. Louis is one of the nation's best Shakespeare companies. This year's play is the "Merry Wives of Windsor" - a play about the love pursuits, plots, and miss-steps of a wanna-be ladies’ man. It would rival any of today's soap opera's plots.
Join us on the grassy knoll (and we'll pray there will be no rain) for a lovely evening to enjoy the complete 3 act play.
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, food, beverages, and good company.
Green show starts at 6:30 (the cliff's notes version of the play for kids and adults with ADHD)
Performance begins at 8:00
Art Hill, Forest Park
Government Drive
Saint Louis, MO
More info:
http://www.shakespearefestivalstlouis.org/. The play shows nightly until June 14, except Tuesdays.
Free
Family friendly
RSVP on
Facebook

Fri Jun 5 – Sat Jun 6
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm (Friday)
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm -10:00 pm (Saturday)
St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival
Upper Muny Fields
Forest Park
Tickets: $35
Special Deals for Designated Drivers

Sat Jun 6
7:30 am
The Saint Louis Science Center's 11th annual
Run for the Stars

5K wheelchair race, a 5K run/walk, a 10K run and a 1/2 mile Kids Run.
Also, activities for kids such as inflatables, science experiments and access to the Science Center.
Sponsored by the Young Friends of the Saint Louis Science Center to benefit the Science Center's educational programs.
All levels of participants encouraged to participate - individuals, children, families and groups.
Click here to register online


Sat Jun 6
9:00 am
7th Annual HIV/AIDS Walk for the Cure and Health Expo
Dwight Davis ParkLillian @ Riverview
Walk Kick –Off 9:00 am
Booths open 10:00 am
More Info: 314-825-0585
http://www.areafcouncil.com/
Cost: $10

Sat Jun 6
6 pm – until
Celebaroo Gala and After-party
A Benefit for the American Cancer Society of St. Louis featuring food, auctions, games, and entertainmentNeo on Locust
Tickets: $150 for the Gala, $50 for the After-party
Reserve your tickets to Cele-ba-roo Gala or After Party call 314.286.8182 or
click here.

Sat Jun 6
7:30 pm
The Rules of the Game
A town hall discussion about relationships followed by a free and friendly speed dating session.
Nubia Café
5860 Delmar
$5, $7 after 9 pm
21+
For more info visit:
The City Forum

Sat Jun 6
9:00 pm - until
ALIVE Magazine Hot List Event
The Pepper Lounge
2005 Locust, Downtown
VIP 7-9pm; General Admission 9pm
Tickets: $10 in advance/ $15 at the door
For tickets, click
here.

Sun Jun 7
6:30 am – 12 noon
Saint Louis Zoo's 24th Annual Run/Walk
8 am: 5K Run/Walk, 3.1 mile loop course; accurately measured; splits at one and two miles. Walkers begin after runners.
9:10 am: 1/2 mile Kids' Race (7-12 years), first 1/2 mile of 5K course
9:20 am: 1/4 mile Kids' Race (6 years and under)
9:30 am: 1-mile Fun Run/Walk/Stroller, first mile of 5K course
8:30 am - 12 noon: Family activities located in Schnuck Family Plaza and surrounding areas.
Note: No dogs, rollerblades, bikes, skates or skateboards permitted on courses.
$22 Individual registration $10 Kids' Race (under 12 years) separate registration required
To register by Phone: (314) 646-4771 - Registrations taken over the phone through Thursday, June 4.
To register online: Register online through Thursday, June 4.
To register in Person: Stop by the Packet Pickup at The Living World building on Saturday, June 6 or Sunday, June 7, from 6:30-9:30 a.m.
Proceeds support the conservation work of the Saint Louis Zoo, both here and around the world.
More info: visit
website.

Tue Jun 9
10:00 am
Free Family Film Festival at St. Louis Mills begins
When school’s out, the theater will be in session! Every Tuesday and Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. this summer, Regal Stadium 18 Cinemas at St. Louis Mills will present free family-friendly flicks.
A different G-rated and PG-rated movie will be featured each week. Kidgits members will also get to spin the prize wheel each time they come.
Non-members can join at the Festival from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and receive a special gift!
St. Louis Mills Regal Stadium 18 Cinemas
5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd.
Hazelwood, MO
Check
stlouismills.com for a list of movies.

Fri Jun 12 - Sun Jun 14
5:00 - 11:00 pm (Fri)
11:00 - 11:00 pm (Sat)
11:00 5:00 pm (Sun)
15th Annual Central West Art Fair and Taste
visit
website for more info.

Sat Jun 13
Race for the Cure – Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Walk
Downtown St. Louis
More info: visit this
link.

Mon Jun 15
150th Anniversary of the
Missouri Botanical Garden.
On this date in 1859, the MOBOT opened to the public making our local Gardens the nation’s oldest longest operating botanical garden in the nation.

Wed Jun 17 – Fri Jun 19
10 am – 2 pm
Habitat Days at
Columbia Bottom Conservation Area
A kids’ only adventure summer day camp exploring a different habitat-type each day.Ages 8-12.
Register now through June 10, call 314 877-6014
Directions: Go north approximately 2.8 miles from the I-270 Riverview Drive exit. Riverview Drive becomes Columbia Bottom Road at its intersection with Larimore Road.

Thu Jun 18
5:30pm - 8:30pm
B Seen on the Boulevard
Enjoy the outdoor street festival that showcases the unique shopping environment, delectable restaurants and upscale apartments found at the mixed-use lifestyle center. Sip complimentary cocktails and traditional beverages.

The Boulevard
Main St., located on Brentwood Boulevard across from the Galleria)
$10 suggested donation will benefit The Mid-County Family YMCA organization.



Thu Jun 18
6:45 - 9:00 pm
Grace Hill's Whitaker Urban Evening Series Begins
Featuring Artist Renee Smith (Soul)
St. Louis Place Park at Rauschenbach AvenueFree and open to the public

Fri Jun 19
6:00 – 10:00
Friday Open House at the Third Degree Glass Factory
June burns with free fiery entertainment at Third Degree, sponsored by the Young Friends of KWMU. See glowing glass demonstrations.
Note: For the hearing impaired, sign language student interpreters from SLCC-Florissant Valley will sign glassblowing demos from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Third Degree East Gallery opens with a retrospective of photography, drawings, and scrimshaw by Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky and fused glass by Lisa Becker.Creek Band revs up with an eclectic mix of bluegrass, country, and gospel.
Make a paperweight for $30, a solstice glass tile keepsake for $20, or glass beads for $20.
Cash bar
Free admission, family-friendly
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 314-367-4527.

Fri Jun 19
6:00 -10:30 pm
Fifth Annual Gazebo Series featuring Farshid Etniko and Ferris Bueller's Day Off
A neighborhood music and movie series.
7:00 pm - Live Music
9:00 pm -Movie
Old Orchard Gazebo Park
Big Bend Boulevard at South Old Orchard.

Fri Jun 19
7 pm – 12 midnight
Zoofari
Dine and dance under the stars at the St. Louis Zoo's biennial creative black-tie party.
Bring a big appetite to this "Grizzly Bear Bash" and "graze" the night away as with tantalizing

fare from more than 50 of St. Louis' finest restaurants, caterers and bars. Make a bid on some spectacular distinctive treasures at the silent auction and get down with The Commodores as they perform their funk, soul and R&B hits. The Fabulous Motown Revue, Andrew Mullins, Arvell and Co., and Galaxy Red will also provide entertainment.
Ages 21 and up only.
Reservations: $225/general public; $175/Zoo Friends members.
reservations and information, call 314/646-4771.
Proceeds from the fundraiser help the Zoo in its efforts to save endangered species at home and around the world.



Sat Jun 20

10:00 am
Soulard Earth Festival
A Saturday celebration of the Solstice in Soulard Park next to the Farmer's Market. Dancing, Drumming, Music, Poetry and Visual Arts surrounded by vendors and activists helping to create a greener community. The festival will showcase the St. Louis Slam Poetry Team that will compete at the National Poetry Slam later in the summer. Concessions will be available along with visual art and jewelry to purchase.
Fun for the whole family with the "Kid's Recycling Tent," and the "Soulard Bicycle Tour."
WORD In Motion
2719 Russell
St. Louis, MO 63104
FREE

Sat Jun 20
11:00 am– 3:00pm
Summer Solstice Garden Benefit for EarthWays
Terrene
$60
Donation to promote ecological sustainabilityprice includes food and drink.

Sat Jun 20 –Sun Jun 21
First Annual Summer Solstice Festival
Heartland Rivers Wine Trail
Twelve Wineries ~ Countless Adventures
The wineries of the Heartland Rivers Wine Trail are hosting the Each participating winery will feature fun-filled festival activities such as live music, local entertainment, wine tastings and culinary treats.
For more information visit the Heartland Rivers Wine Trail
website.

Sat Jun 20
Dusk
Piasa Winery and Outdoor Cinema Events presents: Movies on the Mississippi.
FREE Admission.
Bring your lawn chairs or blanket and enjoy a movie under the stars!!!
Piasa Winery
211 W. Main Street
Grafton, IL 62037
618-786-WINE (9463)
http://www.piasawinery.com/

Sat Jun 20
10 pm - 1:30am
Banghra Hip-Hop Night Party



Sat Jun 20
8:00 pm

St. Louis County Parks Concerts-Fabulous Motown Review
Jefferson Barracks

Thu Jun 25
5:00 - 7:30 pm
Party in the Park on "the Hill"
Food, drink, music, and fun will abound at the first ever Party in the Park on "the Hill". The Hill Business Association, along with the shops and restaurants of "the Hill" are gearing up for a party right in their backyard. Delicious food from area eateries, beer and wine, and the sounds of Power Play are sure to make this an entertaining evening. Everyone one is welcome to unwind after work with coworkers, hang out with family, or get an early start on the night with friends.
Berra Park

Thu Jun 25
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Charmaine Chapman Society Kickoff Events Sponsored by Express Scripts
The Charmaine Chapman Society is the premier philanthropic program for African-Americans in the St. Louis region. It is the pinnacle of African-American leadership giving not only in our region but also nationwide, leading all other United Ways in the number of African-Americans who are leadership givers.
Norwood Country Club
Saint Louis, MO
RSVP required, visit website.

Sat Jun 27
8:00 am
Grafton Towboat FestivalItalic
Towboat tours, food, fun, and games!
The Loading Dock Bar and Grill on the River

Grafton, IL

Sat Jun 27
9 am
SLAREP's 5th Annual St. Louis Home Ownership & Community Expo








Sat Jun 27
6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Midsummer Night’s Dinner Dance
Come enjoy a night of fine food, upbeat entertainment and dancing under the stars at A Midsummer Night's Dinner Dance.
The event features a delicious dinner buffet, cash bar, and dancing near the fabulously lit reflecting pools. Local artists PowerPlay will perform jazz, Motown, and disco classics to complement this magical evening.

Spink Pavilion
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63110
$60 for members
$70 for non-members
$50 for Young Friends members of the Garden*
Open to the general public, but reservations are required and seating is limited. Buffet dinner, drink ticket, and gratuity are included in the ticket price.
More info: (314) 577-9400


Sat Jun 27
7 pm - 3 am
ULTRA Pride Fest VIP White Party
The sexiest crowd of LGBTs and straight allies come together at the premier see-and-be-seen event during the second largest Pride weekend in the Midwest!
Novak's
4121 Manchester Ave (The Grove)
Tickets are on sale now for ULTRA, the only VIP event happening during Pride Fest Weekend!
A "white party" theme, music by top St. Louis DJs, sexy dancers and Twisted Tea cocktails.

Sat Jun 27 - Sun Jun 28
11 am - 8 pm
St. Louis PrideFest 2009
Tower Grove Park
4256 Magnolia Ave.
St. Louis, MO
More info: 314-772-8888 or visit website


~~~ ON-GOING ~~~~


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.
No cover, great beer, friendly service, and lively music!

Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning June 9th
Free Family Film Festival
10:00 am
When school’s out, the theater will be in session!
Every Tuesday and Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. this summer, Regal Stadium 18 Cinemas at St. Louis Mills will present free family-friendly flicks.
A different G-rated and PG-rated movie will be featured each week. Kidgits members will also get to spin the prize wheel each time they come. Non-members can join at the Festival from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and receive a special gift!
St. Louis Mills Regal Stadium 18 Cinemas
5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd.
Hazelwood, MO
Check stlouismills.com for a list of movies.

Wednesdays in June and July
Whitaker Musical Festival
5 pm - 9:30 pm
Free admission after 5 pm, music at begins 7:30 pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden also remains open late until 7 pm
Free parking
Can bring your own picnic
This event has become so popular that very early arrival is recommended.

Thursdays May 28–September 3 (except June 25)
Garden Party Nights
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Missouri Botanical Gardens
Celebrate the Garden’s 150th anniversary at Garden Party Nights!
Enjoy strolling the grounds in the summer evening, sample beverages from area wineries and microbreweries, and watch madonnari (street painters) create new artwork on the pavement each week.
Children can have their faces painted, play with jugglers and magicians, and explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden.
Cost: $7 adults, $3 children (3–12), $5 Garden members.Children’s Garden open until 8 p.m. and included with event admission. Tickets available online soon.No outside food or beverages allowed.




Thursdays from June 18 through July 23
Grace Hill's Whitaker Urban Evening Evening Series
6:45 -9:00 pm
St. Louis Place Park at Rauschenbach Avenue and St. Louis Avenue
FREE
June 25, 2009: MCPlayers Reggae Band
July 2, 2009: Groovethang – A Tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire
July 9, 2009: Erin Bode (Jazz Vocalist)
July 16, 2009: El Caribe Tropical (Salsa and Merengue)
July 23, 2009: Arvell & Co. (Motown)
Fridays May 22- September 4, 2009, except June 19
Jungle Boogie Friday Night Concert Series
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo
Bring the whole family for a free concert in the center of the Zoo.Artists and music genre change each week.
Free.
For more information: 314 781-0900, or http://www.stlzoo.org/

Saturdays
Premium Open Bar All Night
Ladies are FREE, Gentlemen are $20
Harry's Restaurant & Bar
2144 Market (Downtown)
St. Louis City

Saturdays and Sundays in June
Live Music at Piasa Winery
2:00 -6:00 pm
6/6/09 - John Cornell - acoustic light rock
6/7/09 - Kevin Bilchik - singer/songwriter blending rock and contemporary folk
6/13/09 - Prairie Soul - American acoustic music
6/14/09 - Marty Marshall - the "human jukebox" playing everything from classic rock to the blues
6/20/09 - Stuart Johnson - soul, blues, light jazz, island rock
6/21/09 - Pat Jones - acoustic guitar and vocals of classic 70s songs everyone knows
6/27/09 - Mark Biehl Group - composer and multi-instrumentalist
6/28/09 - Tim Buck Two - guitar and harmonica duo, singing all your favorites
Piasa Winery211 W. Main Street
Grafton, IL 62037
618-786-WINE (9463)
http://www.piasawinery.com/

May–October 2009
Earthways: Living the Green Life Exhibition
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Earthways Home
3617 Grandel Square (Grand Art Center)
St. Louis, MO 63108
visit website for more info.
Extended hours during Garden Party Nights until 9 p.m.

Now - November 8, 2009
Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance ExhibitMissouri History Museum
Adults: $7; Seniors/Students: $5; Children (6-12): $3
Free on Tuesdays


Monday, June 01, 2009

Summer 2009 Events


July
Mon Jul 6
7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Meet Me In St. Louis-Opening Night!
The St. Louis Exposition returns to Forest Park, and the sound of the trolley will ring once more! The lights will be shining again as the Smith sisters scheme and connive to get their men – or at least their "boys next door" – to meet them at the fair. So meet us at The Muny for one of the most exciting evenings St. Louis has seen in more than a hundred years!
The Muny Theatre
Forest Park
Playing nighting until Sun July 12
Tue Jul 21
5:30 – 9:30 pm
4th Annual City-Wide Open Studios Preview Party
This is kickoff event for the week-long event - Open Studios - dedicated to the discovery of the hidden spaces where artists work
Party with the artists and the River City Professionals
Tue Jul 21 – Sun Jul 26
Open Studios Preview Week
The work will remain on view throughout the week during normal museum business hours (10:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday – Saturday and 11:00 am – 4:00 pm on Sunday).
Fri Jul 24 2009
10:00 am
Henry Shaw’s 209th Birthday Celebration
Missouri Botanical Garden founder Henry Shaw’s 209th birthday celebration featuring old-fashioned entertainment including music, a silhouette artist, stilt-walker, magician, actors in Victorian fashions, children’s games, and fun in the Children’s Garden.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Spoehrer Plaza, outside the Ridgway Visitor Center.
Admission is free for all visitors, all day long!
Sat Jul 25 - and Sun Jul 26
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Open Studios Weekend
This event offers a unique opportunity to explore these creative spaces and enjoy one of the most exciting parts of contemporary art—being able to talk to the artists.
Spanning the areas of St. Louis City, University City, and Maplewood, in some of St. Louis’ most diverse and energetic neighborhoods, more than 100 artists are inviting the public to view the spaces where they work. Guests are invited to tour the various spaces all weekend and find out what kind of creative invention happens behind closed doors. There is no fee and no reservations are required to visit these private studios. This is the perfect opportunity to meet the artists firsthand and explore work that is familiar or new.
Free and open to the public
Sun Jul 26
2 – 6 p.m.
The Big Splash
A poolside fashion and trunk show featuringtrends from local style mavens. While enjoying complimentary food and drink, attendees will see the latest summer fashions from Lori Coulter Made-to-Wear Swimwear and Valerie Mills Apparel modeled poolside.
McKnight Crossing (just south of Tilles Park)
Free and open to the public.
For more information, visit www.mcknightcrossing.com or call 314-961-7000.
Rain date August 2



August
ON-GOING
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. No cover, great beer, friendly service, and lively music!

Wednesdays in June and July
Whitaker Musical Festival
5 pm - 9:30 pm
Free admission after 5 pm, music at begins 7:30 pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden also remains open late until 7 pm
Free parking
Can bring your own picnic
This event has become so popular that very early arrival is recommended.

Thursdays May 28–September 3 (except June 25),
Garden Party Nights
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Missouri Botanical GardensCelebrate the Garden’s 150th anniversary at Garden Party Nights! Enjoy strolling the grounds in the summer evening, sample beverages from area wineries and microbreweries, and watch madonnari (street painters) create new artwork on the pavement each week. Children can have their faces painted, play with jugglers and magicians, and explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden.Cost: $7 adults, $3 children (3–12), $5 Garden members.
Children’s Garden open until 8 p.m. and included with event admission. Tickets available online soon.No outside food or beverages allowed.
Fridays May 22- September 4, 2009, except June 19
Jungle Boogie Friday Night Concert Series
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo
Bring the whole family for a free concert in the center of the Zoo.
Artists and music genre change each week.
Free.
For more information: 314 781-0900, or http://www.stlzoo.org/

Saturdays
Premium Open Bar All Night on Saturday Nights
Ladies are FREE, Gentlemen are $20
Harry's Restaurant & Bar
2144 Market (Downtown)
St. Louis City
Saturdays and Sundays in June
2:00 -6:00 pm
6/6/09 - John Cornell - acoustic light rock
6/7/09 - Kevin Bilchik - singer/songwriter blending rock and contemporary folk
6/13/09 - Prairie Soul - American acoustic music
6/14/09 - Marty Marshall - the "human jukebox" playing everything from classic rock to the blues
6/20/09 - Stuart Johnson - soul, blues, light jazz, island rock
6/21/09 - Pat Jones - acoustic guitar and vocals of classic 70s songs everyone knows
6/27/09 - Mark Biehl Group - composer and multi-instrumentalist
6/28/09 - Tim Buck Two - guitar and harmonica duo, singing all your favorites
Piasa Winery
211 W. Main Street
Grafton, IL 62037
618-786-WINE (9463)
http://www.piasawinery.com/

May–October 2009
Earthways: Living the Green Life Exhibition
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Extended hours during Garden Party Nights until 9 p.m.

Now - November 8, 2009Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance Exhibit
Missouri History Museum
Adults: $7; Seniors/Students: $5; Children (6-12): $3; Free on Tuesdays