A few events coming up. See you at something.
Twilight Tuesday is on hiatus until August, but if you want to keep the party going then check out Climatron & Cocktails tomorrow.
Tuesday, June 14 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Climatron and Cocktails - A Missouri Botanical Garden Young Friends event with St. Louis Public Radion Young Friends
$15 for MoBot or KWMU Members, $30 for non-members (food & specialty cocktails included in the price)
"Purchase your tickets in advance and receive 20% off the cost of new or upgraded membership to the Missouri Botanical Garden or St. Louis Public Radio. Use your Garden membership to enjoy discounted Young Friends event tickets and free admission to the Garden throughout the year. "
Shakespeare in the Park is going on til Sunday June 19. Taming of the Shrew is the play this year and it is set to a 1950's theme. I thought it was pretty good. Check it out, any night but Tuesday. Pack your picnic baskets, wine, blankets and chairs. Free, family friendly.
http://www.shakespearefestivalstlouis.org/
Jungle Boogie - Free, Friday Nights concerts at the Zoo. fammily friendly. Every Friday this summer til Labor, expect this Friday June 17 for Zoofari - another event worth checking out. ($175 person for Young Zoo Friends - fundraiser for the Zoo featuring the O'Jays and Griffin & the Gargoyles as entertainment).
http://www.stlzoo.org/events/calendarofevents/jungleboogie.htm
http://www.stlzoo.org/events/calendarofevents/zoofari/
Saturday, June 18th from 4p-7p
Griot Garden Party ...this is a fundraiser for the Black History Museum and costs $50 to attend. The Garden party theme is a tea and ask ladies to wear a hat.
Wednesday, June 22 afterwork til 9:00 pm
Whitaker Music Festival kicks off next week. Free, outdoor concerts at the Missouri Botanical Garden. This is a summer tradition. Free addition tot he Garden after 5 including the Children's Garden. Pack a picnic and bring chairs, blanket. Family friendly.
http://www.mobot.org/events/Whitaker/default.asp
Thursday, June 23 5pm-7:30pm
Flight to Mexico at Chevys Fresh Mex on Olive
(9119 Olive Blvd., St. Louis MO, 63132)
No cover
- Sample tequila flights and Mexican beers including
Dos Equis and Corona
- Nosh on complimentary authentic Mexican food
- Enjoy music and entertainment
- Party on the patio and Cantina with happy hour specials
- Win dining at Chevys for a year, Cardinal tickets and more
RSVP at Chevys@alivemag.com.
Now through September 25
American I Am - The African-American Imprint on American History at the Missouri History Museum. Special cover for this special exhbition, except on Tuesdays. Free admission to Missouri residents on Tuesday.
http://www.americaiam.org/Pages/home.aspx
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Summer 2011 events
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Tuesday night picks: March 16, 2010
Forget hump-day, sometimes the early half of the week is the hardest part of the week to get through. That’s why I’m sharing my first ever Tuesday Night Picks – a list of events for tonight, a way to get out of the house and enjoy this very beautiful weather.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Top Events for this weekend: December 11-13, 2009
Friday
The Fête Society Holiday Banger at Yemanja Brazil - free appetizers and drink specials.
Citygarden for the Holidays - free family entertainment
Girl Friday's Annual Red-Hot Holiday Party
Saturday
Holiday Open House in Downtown Dutchtown
8th Annual Platinum Christmas Party
Najee Holiday Concert at the Ambassador
Intimate Distance Art Show
Sunday
Holiday Orchestra concert featuring Marlissa Hudson with the Town & Country Symphony - free family entertainment
Crafting with a Purpose at Paste Crafts in Soulard to benefit Haven of Grace Women Services
Details for these events and more check the Examiner posts:
What’s happening this weekend? December 11-13, 2009
What else is there to do besides shopping? Enjoy the local arts.
What’s happening this week? December 7-12, 2009
Holiday Parties for December 7-12, 2009
And to get a sneak peak at the upcoming events, check out the December 2009 Events calendar.
Monday, December 07, 2009
Top Events for this week, including Holiday parties - December 7-12, 2009
The year may be drawing to a close, but it is far from coming to an end. This month is proving to be as fun, exciting, and enjoyable as the previous eleven months. Not one to be outdone by the lush spring, shining summer or amazing autumn months, December in St. Louis is icy hot.
This week’s events include Holiday Parties for this week plus general fare.
Here’s a sample:
Monday
Hwy 40 Re-opening Happy Hour
Tuesday
SLAREP's Holiday Reception
Fuel Holiday Wine Party @ the Duane Reed Gallery
Wednesday
KETC 9 Community Cinema Series film screening of Young @ Heart
Osunlade CD Release Soirée: A Listening Party
Cocktails for a Cause to Benefit Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition
Thursday
SIMPLE PLEASURES 3
Homolatte Cocktail Party & SpeakOUT! - the LGBTI spoken word/music open-mic night
Saturday
8th Annual Platinum Christmas Party
Details for these events and more check the Examiner posts.
Holiday Parties for December 7-12, 2009
What’s happening this week? December 7-12, 2009
And to get a sneak peak at the upcoming events, check out the December 2009 Events calendar.
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
January 2010 Events
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Cool Chicks & Hot Glass Wednesday: Girls Night Out at Third Degree
Leave the men folk at home you Red Hot Mamas and Blazing Babes. Free 15-minute mini-makeover demos and skin softening sugar scrubs. Complimentary samples of scrub and bath salts…while supplies last. Taste chocolate confections by Kakao Chocolate. And sign up to unlock your creative genius and make a glass keepsake of the night.
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar (between University City’s Loop and the Central West End)
More info: www.stlglass.com or 314-367-4527.
Free
Cash bar
Saturday, January 9, 2010
6:00 pm
Annual Animal House Fund Trivia Night
Compete for great prizes, bid on fabulous auction items, and enjoy complimentary beverages and help homeless cats and dogs of St. Louis.
Complimentary beverages
Attendees must be 21+ with valid ID
For more information go to www.animalhousefund.org; call 314.968.5505 to reserve your table today and check back often as more surprises are announced.
The Animal House Fund, Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization raising $4 million in cash and in-kind contributions toward the building of a new, state-of-the-art, environmentally-responsible animal care facility.
St. Louis City Hall
Market & Tucker (Downtown)
Tables of 10 for $250
Friday, January 15, 2010
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Third Friday Open House
Art and Craft meet at this monthly event where you can work with instructors and make a glass keepsake, or enjoy fireside dining.
The gallery opens with painting by Ron Buechele and an exhibition showcasing Fused Glass.
Live Music featuring Michael Jones with lively bluegrass music.
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar (between University City’s Loop and the Central West End)
More info: www.stlglass.com or 314-367-4527.
Free
Sunday, January 17, 2009
2:30 pm
Town & Country Symphony Orchestra
Parkway United Church of Christ
Free
January 23, 2010
Cabin Fever
Schlafly Bottleworks
January 25, 2010
Burns' Night
Schlafly Tap Room
ON-GOING Events
Treasure!
Explores the history of treasure hunting--including sunken pirate plunder, the gold rushes of the Old West, hidden caches or family herilooms in the attic. The entire family will enjoy exploring the science, state-of-the-art technology and mythology of hunting--and protecting--jewels, coins and precious metals in this special exhibition brimming with rare artifacts; family fun; informational videos; and treasure hunting tales from across the globe. http://www.xsnrg.com/treasure!/index2.html
Missouri History Museum
Lindell & DaBalivere Blvd
Forest Park
St. Louis, MO
Admission: $5 for adults; $3 for seniors/students with valid student ID/groups/children older than 13 years of age.Children 12 and younger enjoy free admission to Treasure! (An adult with paid admission must accompany children.) More info: 314 361-9017.
Friday, September 04, 2009
Labor day weekend activities!
Good day Revelers,
Your hostess is back from Europe. I had a great time. I travelled to France and the Netherlands for a science conference and also took in the sights! Click to see my photos from Rennes, France, Holland, and Paris. It was a blast!
My oh my, do those Parisens know how to fête, I mean party. So as I ask for a little more patience to get back into full swing Hostess mode, here is what's happening in St. Louis for Labor Day Weekend.
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Greek Fest at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church on Forest Park.
Balloon Race at Forest Park
Foxy Fest at Forest Park
Gateway Classic/AKA Jazz Brunch
Concerts: Al B. Sure, BBD, Common/Maxwell/Chrisette Michele, India Arie, Chub Rock/Das Effects
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
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
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
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.
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 summerPatio 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
Premium Open Bar All Night on Saturday Nights
Ladies are FREE, Gentlemen are $20
Harry's Restaurant & Bar
2144 Market (Downtown)
St. Louis City
Piasa Winery Live Music Events
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, 2009Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance Exhibit
Missouri History Museum
Adults: $7; Seniors/Students: $5; Children (6-12): $3; Free on Tuesdays
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.
Friday, May 01, 2009
May 2009 Events
Apr 29 -May 2
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.
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.
Check the full schedule here.
Fri May 1
7pm – 11 pm
Opening Reception for Alterations: The Quest for Beauty, Symmetry, and Perfection, work by Amanda Lea Dickson
Mad Art Gallery
Fri May 1 – Sat May 2St. Louis Microfest ‘09
Sample more than 60 microbrews including, international and American brews.
Upper Muny Parking Lot
Forest Park
Buy tickets online now.
Sat May 210 am
Design Ideas Charity Store opens
75% off retail on home decor and home/office organization. Design Ideas produces items sold at stores such as Target, Crate & Barrel, and the Container Store. COOL STUFF! Proceeds benefit the Missouri Botanical Garden, Friends of Character Plus, Edgewood Children's Center, and The National Children's Cancer Society
Former Schnuck's location
1310 Big Bend Square (Hwy 141 and Big Bend)
Twin Oaks, MO
Store open until Monday, May 25, 2009
Sat May 2
11 am – closing
CRAWFISH FESTIVAL - AUTHENTIC LOUISIANA STYLE CRAWFISH BOIL
Live Music starting at 2 pm
BROADWAY OYSTER BAR
736 S. Broadway
St. Louis, Missouri 63102
314-621-8811
Sat May 2
5:30 – 10:00 pm
Go Ape in Vegas Trivia Gone Wild (celebrating 2009 as Year of the Gorilla)
St. Louis Zoo
General Admission: $35/person or $350/table of ten
Proceeds benefit the St. Louis Zoo’s research and conservation efforts.
Admission includes dinner buffet, complimentary beer, soda, wine. No outside food or beverages allowed.
21+ only
Creative attire encouraged
Info: 314 646-4771 or www.stlzoo.org/yzf
Sat May 2
Mahatma Gandhi Center
The Health fair is organized by the Humanitarian committee of the Hindu Temple and this is our 4th year. It is mainly conducted as a service to the local community. They provide free blood tests and attempt to increase health awareness in the community.
· Blood Drive by Mississippi Valley Regional blood Center in St Louis.
St. Louis, MO 63011
Shifts - 5 hours or 2 ½ hour shifts.
Please respond to Manoj Kholia if you can join.
9:00 pm - until
The Soulition Hip Hop Party
The Gramophone
4243 Manchester
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 531-5700, djneedles76@gmail.com
Free
Thu May 7
10 am - 2 pm
"Be a Tourist in Your Own Town" Outdoor Tradeshow
Kiener Plaza
Downtown St. Louis
For more information, please contact Rebecca Lynn Rodgers at rrodgers@explorestlouis.com
Fri May 8
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Opening Night of Chantal Akerman: Moving Time and Space and Carey Young: Speech Acts
Enjoy complimentary valet, a cash bar and a chance to discuss the work with museum staff members and other visitors. If you are looking for a more intimate look at the show, become a member and join them at 6:00 pm for a special members-only preview.
Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
3750 Washington Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO
More info: 314 535-4660, info@camstl.org
Free
Fri May 8
7pm –11pm
Opening Reception of Personal Narratives – The Work by Teri Moore and Erin Rivers
Mad Art Gallery
Fri May 15
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Clean Air Festival
Kiener Plaza
Downtown St Louis, MO
All participants will be offering information on their programs and tools to help people get involved in improving the region’s air quality. These vendors will be equipped to provide free, helpful advice to attendees, including information on carpooling opportunities, mass transit, health effects of air pollution and tips for reducing energy use at home.
For more info: (314) 645-5505, ext. 1007
Free
Fri May 15
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Third Friday Open House
See glassblowers turn glowing gobs to gorgeous glass. At 8 p.m. Rich Simmons with Caravelle tunes-up for an evening of hot folk, bluegrass and jazz. Make a paperweight - only $30, a flower glass tile keepsake for $20, or learn to make glass beads for $20. Third Degree East Gallery debuts new glass work by graduating BFA/MFA students from SIU-Carbondale's glass program. Also on exhibit is Combination and Culmination, vibrant abstract paintings by Tim Wagner.
Exhibits on view through June 16. Third Fridays are free and family-friendly.
Cash bar.
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar (between University City’s Loop and the Central West End)
For more info: http://www.stlglass.com/ or 314-367-4527.
FREE
Sat May 16
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Connect With...A Purpose – Community Service Blitz
Join other young professionals in this unique opportunity to make connections while giving back to the community.
10:00 am until 2:00 pm - Volunteer for one of the following volunteer projects:
* Central Institute for the Deaf--Volunteers are needed to assist with organizing the library and the computer room. Computer skills not needed, but there will be some heavy lifting involved. (8 people)
* Family Resource Center--Help out at the second annual 5K Run/Walk in Tower Grove Park sponsored by FRC's Junior Advocacy Board. Lots of roles to play including timing the runners, distributing and collecting tags, working the registration table, monitoring water stations, etc. (8-10 people)
* GenNext--Join the United Way's young friends group for their volunteer project at the Food Bank in St. Charles. Almost 15 Million pounds of food are distributed from the food bank each year. With all that food, it's no wonder they need your help! NOTE: This project will take place from noon to 3:00 p.m.
* Hostelling International--Volunteers are needed at Hostelling International's Century Ride in Portage Des Sioux, MO as parking attendants, food helpers, rest stop supervisors, and registration helpers. Did you know that Portage Des Sioux is only 10 minutes from the Mills Mall?
* I Squared--Have fun in the garden with I Squared, the International Institute's young friends group. Join them as they prepare their University City garden for summer veggies.
Afterwards, all groups will join together for a BBQ in Tower Grove Park.
More info: 314 622-1250 ext 102; nikkiw@focus-stl.org
RSVP or register for a project here.
Let me know which project you want to volunteer for by sending me an email (nikkiw@focus-stl.org), including it in your RSVP here.
Wed May 20
Cool Chicks Hot Glass Girls Night Out at Third Degree Glass Factory
Create a glass project and enjoy FREE chocolate and massage.
Third Degree Glass Factory
5200 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
314-367-4527
Contact: Anne Murphy, 314-367-4527 ext. 205
Thu May 21- Sun May 23
Spring to Dance Festival
Presented by Dance St. Louis and the Touhill Performing Arts Center.
In three unique nights, experience 30 dance companies for only $10 a night!
Last year’s Spring to Dance was wildly popular, and this year’s Festival promises to be even more fabulous.
Tickets go on sale May 1.
Fri May 22
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jungle Boogie Friday Night Concert Series Opening Night
St. Louis Zoo
Bring the whole family for a free concert in the center of the Zoo.
Free.
Wed May 27
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Rose Evening
Missouri Botanical Garden
A Members only event, Free for Members and Young Friends of the Missouri Botanical Garden
Become a Friend of the Missouri Botanical Garden and join me there.
Thu May 28
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Garden Party Nights Begin
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.
Fri May 29
All day
Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis' 16th annual Golf Tournament
Click here to see a printer friendly version of the Invitation!
Register for the Golf Tournament online HERE!
Fri May 29
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jungle Boogie Friday Night Concert Series
St. Louis Zoo
Bring the whole family for a free concert in the center of the Zoo.
Free
Sat May 30
6:30 pm – until
Sesquicentennial Gala: The Missouri Botanical Garden Comes Alive
150th Anniversary of the Missouri Botanical GardenCocktails, dinner, dancing
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
HALF- PRICE WINE At Houlihan's!
All Day Every Tuesday
Houlihan's Restaurant (picture)
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
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.
Missouri History Museum
Adults: $7; Seniors/Students: $5; Children (6-12): $3; Free on Tuesdays
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Winter 2009 Events
JANUARY 2009
The Big Read Activities - To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee The Big Read is a national program designed to encourage literary reading by helping communities come together to read and discuss a single book. 
FEBRUARY 2009
February 14. Hearts On Fire Valentine’s Party, 6 – 10 p.m. FREE Out with your sweetie and looking for an out-of-the-ordinary romantic adventure? Passion is like glass – beautiful, timeless, and hot. Come to Third Degree Glass Factory for Hearts On Fire Valentine’s Party. Unlock your romantic genius and together create a Token of Affection glass tile. Only $20 or FREE if you dine at a St. Louis Originals Restaurant on February 14 before you come by and bring both the receipt and postcard coupon. Limited offer. See master artists, flown in for Third Degree’s Midwest Glass Experience, work with torches. Be curious and discover beads, bugs, and sculptures made by masters and priced to sell. Cash bar and a dessert bar. Sweet.
February 20, Third Friday Open House, 6 – 10 p.m., F REEFeeling the love? Stop by Third Friday! Nothing like free fiery entertainment to get your hearts pounding. See glassblowers blow glowing hot glass. Shop for glass gifts in the HotShop Gallery. Make a Token of Affection glass tile keepsake. Only $20. At 8 p.m. it’s lonesome harmonies and hard-driving bluegrass by the Local Gents. Third Degree East Gallery presents St. Louis University Department of Fine and Performing Arts: Selected Faculty Artwork. Exhibit features works in a variety of media. Third Fridays are free and family-friendly. Cash bar provided. 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. Play with fire!
Saturday, February 28, 2009
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Missouri Botanical Garden Trivia Night
The Ridgway Center
Doors open at 6, trivia starts at 7:00
November 29, 2008 - March 1, 2009
George Washington Carver Exhibit
Missouri History Museum
Adults: $10; Seniors/Students: $ 8; Children (6-12): $6; Free on Tuesdays
November 2, 2008 - November 8, 2009
Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance Exhibit
Missouri History Museum
Adults: $7; Seniors/Students: $5; Children (6-12): $3; Free on Tuesdays
Free Sushi Wednesdays
5pm
Drunken Fish Happy Hour
Buy 1 drink and get free sushi. Arrive early
Breakfast and a Movie at the St. Louis Science Center
Get a group of 10 or more together and host your own movie party. Time and movie title arranged by you and full hot breakfast provided by the Science Center.
Weekdays only. A great holiday party idea.
Cost: $13 per person
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
A Classical Night at the Opera with Marlissa Hudson
Go directly to the December 2008 Events Calendar.
Who said classical music and opera were only for the certain audiences? Pish posh.
Tuesday, December 16, The Fête Society was treated to a wonderful exhibition of music and song presented by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s Community Partnership Program (SLSO-CP). The SLSO-CP presents nearly 300 free concerts each year throughout the city.
The string quartet, featuring Violinist Jooyeon Kong, Violinist Eva Kozma, Violist Jonathan Vinocour, and Cellist Sebastian Gingras were lovely. They accompanied the outstanding voice of our very own –Soprano Marlissa Hudson. Oh, how we wanted to get you out to see and hear them. Despite the weather and road conditions the house was packed – beautiful. The program included works from Wolf, Puccine, Respighi, and Verdi. It was an Italian Dream theme.
We also bumped into a local celebrity – Gilberto Pinela – of City TV’s Best of the STL Show. No doubt he recognized the talent of Miss Hudson as the best of the STL.
The Performers (L-R)Joyeon Kong, Sebastian Gingras, Marlissa Hudson, Jonathan Vinocour, Eva Kozma
Marlissa Hudson & Gilberto Pinela
Miss Hudson with fans
Marlissa Hudson & Eva Kozma
Marlissa Hudson & Sebastian Gingras
Gilberto Pinela & Concert-goers
Danielle Lee & Jonathan Vinocour (He has a BS is Chemistry. Had to pay homage to my science people.)
The Piper Palm House (Isn't it lovely? They do Sunday Brunch, too.)Let me admit I had no idea that symphony and opera performances were being presented to the masses in style at Tower Grove Park. Piper Palm House hosts the weekly Symphony Tuesday s at Tower Grove Park. It’s a perfect date. The performances are only one to one and half hours; and afterwards you get to mix and mingle with the performers and enjoy wine and cheese – for free – in this lovely building. It is filled with various palm trees from around the world, which is why it is called the Palm House. I’ll be posting these free concerts on the upcoming calendars. And for those of you who say that you’re not a fan of classical music, I say nonsense. Many of us have been exposed to great classical music most of lives – subversively. Did you watch Looney Tunes as a child? Then you know classical music. So be sure to come out one of these Tuesdays. And don't be afraid of opera either. There is always an explanation before the piece and sometimes a written translation of the words in the program. Hey, if you can stand Anime, then opera is a walk in the park.
There are a lot of great programs being presented by the St. Louis Arts community; so stay abreast. Marlissa Hudson’s is listed on the sidebar under Culture and Arts Links. Also read about all of the buzz she’s creating – She was featured in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch (which has been syndicated across the nation) and a video interview on Stl.com.
See you out and about soon.
