August 2008 Events

The Dog Days of Summer needn’t be boring or get you down.

Fri Aug 1 & Sat Aug 2
12 midnight
Midnight Brew & View: Sin City
Moolah Theatre
Starring: Jessica Alba, Mickey Rourke,Rosario Dawson,Bruce Willis,Clive Owen
Rating: R
Running Time: 124 Mins.
Hell of a way to end a partnership. A film that explores the dark and miserable town Basin City and tells the story of three different people, all caught up in the violent corruption of the city

Fri Aug 1 & Sat Aug 2
Last Shows of the Live ON/OFF the Levee Season
6 -10 pm each night

August 2

Concert Atlantic Starr @ President Casino

Sun Aug 3
3 – 6pm
Friends of Belas Artes present “Mid Summer en Plein Air”
Reception
Wine & Cheese
Live Jazz Performance
Selected Plein Air Art Exhibit
1854 Russell Blvd, St. Louis MO 63104

Sun Aug 3
11 am
Marlissa Hudson, Lyric Coloratura Soprano Performance
Soloist for Ethical Society
http://www.ethicalstl.org/

Mon Aug 4 – Sun Aug 10
Last Muny Show of the Season
Fiddler on the Roof

Tue Aug 5
8 pm- Until the Last Vote is Counted!
Election Watch Party and Celebration of Tishaura O. Jones, Candidate for State Representative
Park West Grille
2917 S. Jefferson
St. Louis, MO 63118
Located just South of Jefferson and Pestalozzi, across from the fire station.
The Fête Society unashamedly endorses Tishaura O. Jones as the Democrat nominee for the 63rd District State Representative. See you there.
She Won!

Fri Aug 8
5-10 pm
Rhythm & Blues: Meet us... Between 19th & 20th Streets on Washington Ave
Come enjoy the best St. Louis has to offer with ALIVE Magazine in one block for one day, including live music, DJs, cocktails, food, fashion, art & everything in between. Taste a multitude of different cuisines featuring F15teen and Onesto.
Get a sneak peek of what the Tudor Building's stretch of shopping real estate will be like once all of the spaces are snatched up as the stores are filled with boutiques and galleries such as Blush and Maxwell's.
RSVP to TudorStreetFestival@alivemag.com

Fri Aug 9
7 pm
Authors @ Your Library presents: E. Lynn Harris
Central Library (St. Louis City Public Library)
He will discuss his book Just Too Good To Be True

Sat Aug 9
8:30 - 10:30 am
Beginning Wayfinding at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area
Learn how to use this navigational tool through games and activities to help you find your way. This program is recommended for ages 8 and older. For more information contact the Missouri Department of Conservation at 314/877-6014 or visit MDC website (www.mdc.mo.gov/areas/areas/bottom)

Sat Aug 9
6:00 - 11:00 pm
Second Saturday Night Fishing at Spanish Lake Park St. Louis County Parks
The park is open until 11:00 pm for late night fishing. Bring your pole, bait and lantern and fish until the wee hours. Fishing is only permitted from the bank. This FREE program is open to all ages. For more information contact St. Louis County Parks at 314/615-4386 or visit St. Louis County Parks website (www.co.st-louis.mo.us/parks/spanish.html)

Sat Aug 9
all day
Annual Great Stone Hill Grape Stomp
Hermann, Missouri Stone Hill Winery.Guests may stomp to the upbeat folk sounds of live music or sit on the hill and cheer for the stompers. Stompers are judged on the amount of juice produced and on 'stomping style,' which includes some wild and crazy costumes and stomping techniques. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners of each age category.

Sat Aug 9
8pm-1am
Toga Party
Metropolis St. Louis and Animal House Fund are throwing our first Toga Party at Lucas School House.
We are teaming up together to raise funds for our effort to support the City of St. Louis AND the homeless animals that need our help! Want to re-live your college days? Or if you've never been to a toga party, please come in your finest sheets to enjoy music, a complimentary cocktail from Pearl Vodka and win prizes in our toga contest! $20 admission.
T ickets will be available on http://www.mstl.org/12all/lt/t_go.php?i=482&e=MzUzMw==&l=-http--www.marketvolt.com/custapp/cc.aspx--Q-CM--E-58511610--A-X--E-8274082--A-MailingID--E-43668--A-LS--E-22, http://www.mstl.org/12all/lt/t_go.php?i=482&e=MzUzMw==&l=-http--www.marketvolt.com/custapp/cc.aspx--Q-CM--E-58511610--A-X--E-8274082--A-MailingID--E-43668--A-LS--E-13 and through Lucas School House
(314) 621-6565.

Sun Aug 10
5:30 pm – 7:30pm
MYSTIC VOYAGE - THE BAND!!!! performs
Carondelet Park
Near Loughborough & Interstate 55

Mon Aug11 – Sat Aug 16
Downtown Restaurant Week
Now in its fourth year, DRW has grown to 25 diverse and delicious destinations.
There are no passes to buy, coupons to carry or cards to punch - patrons simply attend the restaurant of their choice and select from a special 3-course dinner menu for $25 per person, plus tip, plus tax.
Visit the website to get a list of participating restaurants. http://www.downtownrestaurantweek.net/2008/index.html

Wed Aug 13
6 pm
Missouri Botanic Gardens Young Friends Night at the Whitaker Festival
Last night of the Festival

Tue Aug 19
5:30 - 9:00 pm
River City Professionals Happy Hour
Moulin Events and Meetings - 2017 Chouteau August Happy Hour: RCP turns 6 this month and to celebrate, we are heading to Moulin, the beautiful event space just below Vin De Set! And as we have for the past few years, we are encouraging our guests to bring school supplies to benefit KidSmart! For a list of needed supplies, visit online at http://www.kidsmartstl.com/. Afterwards, be sure and head up to Vin De Set for dinner and enjoy the amazing rooftop view!
Special guest Randy Grimm, Stray Rescue
RSVP by Friday, August 15th

Thu Aug 21
4:30 – 8:30 pm
National Black MBA Association is hosting a Network-Mix and Mingle Hour
Bailey's Chocolate Bar
Lafayette Square - 1915 Park Avenue-
Saint Louis, MO 63104
If you need additional information please contact 314-324-6683.

Sat Aug 23
all day and night
The Lot Music Festival
We invite you to enjoy local bands, Schlafly beer and dazzling performances along with a variety of booths and displays from local businesses and nonprofits as a part of our mission to promote the City of St. Louis. The Lot is a free outdoor festival that attracted over 2,500 people last year, so come check out local bands and entertainment at the Schlafly Tap Room parking lot. How You Can Help! Sponsors We are currently seeking sponsors. Last year’s festival drew over 2,500 people. Sponsors will be included in promotional material, media mentions including 105.7 and RFT and more, and will receive booth space at the festival. Contact http://us.mc544.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=ascavotto@stinson.com if you are interested in booth space or becoming a sponsor. Volunteers If you would like to volunteer for the festival, contact http://us.mc544.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=ascavotto@stinson.com.

Volunteers STILL neededed. Contact them. Pour Beer, drink for free! (21 & up only).

Sat Aug 23
6 – 9 pm
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri Grand Opening
Live Music and Family Fun
Open to the Public
Celebrate Mentorship and Community
501 North Grand

Sat Aug 23 – Sun Aug 24
All day
Festival of Nations @ Tower Grove Park
http://www.iistl.org/

Tue Aug 26
Twilight Tuesdays is Back! How could I forget?
6:30 pm
Liverpool Legends

Wed Aug 27
Jammin' at the Zoo 2008, part II
Second Installment of the Best Summer Fun
Wine and Beer Tasting and 3 Musical Stages
Entertainment includes Kim Massie, Lamar Harris and CoCo Soul

Free for Zoo members and a guest, $10 for non-members (and it is worth every penny).

LABOR DAY WEEKEND

Fri Aug 29
"This One's for You"
Soulard Art Market and Contemporary Art Museum

Sat Aug 30 – Sun Aug 31
Piasa Winery
Saturday: Chris Voelker
Sunday, August 31st: Matt Livasy
You KNOW you don't have to work on Monday! So come enjoy our live entertainment and great wine and beer selection this weekend!
211 W. Main St., Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-WINE
piasawinery@hotmail.com

Sat Aug 30 – Sept 1
St. Nicholas Greek Festival
Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Monday: 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church at Forest Park Parkway and Kingshighway Free Admission

Sat Aug 30 – Sept 1
Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission (ages 13–64)$10; Seniors (ages 65+)$7; Children (ages 3–12)$3; Garden members
$3; (free for members' children 3–12) Tea Ceremony tickets are $15 per person. Click here for additional Tea Ceremony information.

~On Going all Month ~

Whitaker Jazz Festival at the Missouri Botanical Gardens

Wednesdays in August, ends August 13

Jungle Boogie @ the Zoo
every Friday night 5pm - 8pm

May - August

Free concerts and extended Zoo hours.

Perfect for the whole family.

Movies in the Park in Spanish Lake Park
Saturdays: Aug 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 8:30 pm

This new, free, fun event for families is sponsored by the Spanish Lake Community Association and St. Louis County Parks. For more information contact St. Louis County Parks at 314/355-7374 or visit St. Louis County Parks website (www.co.st-louis.mo.us/parks/spanish.html)

Missouri History Museum

Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays various events (photo available)

Dinoroarus Exhibit at the St. Louis Zoo

Open April 18 through September 1, 2008

Step back in time to see roaring, spitting, moving dinosaurs in this one-of-a-kind walk-through exhibit.

Admission is $1.50 for Zoo Friends members and $3 for non-members. Children under two are free.

Niki Exhibit - Colorful, Playful Mosaic Sculptures by Niki De Saint Phalle at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Open April 27 - October 31, 2008
Visit the Garden for Free on Wednesday Mornings

More Good News to Share

In addition to Tishaura Jones becoming a State Representative here is more great news to share:

Ray Hill's Classic American Pilsner was featured in an article in the St. Louis American August 7- 13 paper. Below is the link to the article. http://www.stlamerican.com/articles/2008/08/07/business/local_business/business03.txt


And my other Blog Urban Science Adventures! (c) was selected as a Finalist for the 2008 Black Weblog Award in the Science/Tech Category. Thanks to everyone who nominated me. Now, I NEED your help to take the Blue Ribbon. Please vote for my blog!

And last but NOT least, the Jammin' at the Zoo is coming NEXT week! I hope you make it out.

Tishaura Jones becomes the new 63rd District State Representative

Join me and the rest of the Fête Society as we congratulate Ms. Tishaura Jones in her victorious bid to become a member of the Missouri State House of Reprensentatives. She will served the 63rd District of Missouri (St. Louis). Thanks to everyone for their support!

Forward your congratulations to:
Tishaura O. Jones
1218 S. Jefferson Suite 117
St. Louis, MO 63104
tishaura@tishauraojones.com

A Great August weekend

Oh my goodness, I had the best time this weekend.

Sat night (Aug 2) I experienced Knockouts Bar & Grill in Florissant. This place is great. It’s a bar, a sports bar in fact. There are lots of tables and chairs and flat screen TVs with different games on each set. The backroom has pool tables and electronic dart boards. I personally prefer the low tech dart boards with real darts and a chalk board. There’s a little living room vibe in that room – complete with its own bar – with a large pull-down screen. And there’s a dance floor with a walled mirror. I was in love. It reminded me of a few of my haunts back home (in Memphis – Imagine Tony’s Bar & Grill on Elvis Presley meets Tidwell’s Late Night Suite on Bellevue…You just don’t know). There’s a live DJ complete with a hype man. It’s a perfect place to take visiting friends and family who just want to get out; and it is definitely the place to go if you want to just have a great time – no pretense.


Sun night (Aug 3) I experienced ContinuOHM – a local band. Now, if you’re not checking out the local music talent in this city you are indeed sleeping. The bad plays a lot of original jazz tunes and covers neo soul standards like Badu, Jill Scott, and Chaka Khan. Blue-eyed Neo Soul I call it, Audra’s voice is so soulful. Members of the band play together and also separately with other local groups. Tonight’s performance was dedicated to bass man Teddy Brookings’ father. They performed at Lucas Park Grill on Washington Street – another great place to visit, but a little she-she and pricey.










But be sure to get out this coming week. And next weekend has so many events going on…it’s gonna be crazy.

See you out and about!

Jammin' at the Zoo

Here is a photo recap of the great time we had. I hope you can make it to the next one.

Metromix also has pictures from the event posted. Check them out here.

July 2008 Events

Fri July 4
Kickoff Fair St. Louis and Live OFF the Levee Concerts
free Concerts throughout the month & August

Sat July 5

Watch Anthony Hamilton. After the concert, join the Leadership Giving Initiative for an after-hour party with drink specials at Skybox Sports Bar & Grill (800 N. Third St. -- Laclede’s Landing).*
$10 entrance fee will benefit the United Way.
Party starts at 10 p.m.
Let us know if you plan to attend by e-mailing Orvin Kimbrough.



Tue July 8
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Habitat Friends Happy Hour
Araka in Clayton
There will be reserved tables, appetizers, raffles, and of course GREAT drink specials!
If you have any questions or you would like to attend please contact:Annie Scharenberg314-371-0400http://us.mc544.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=ann@habitatstl.org

Wed July 9
7 - 8:30 pm
Authors @ Your Library presents: Vickie Stringer
Carpenter Branch Library (3309 S Grand)
Vickie Stringer will read from and sign her new book, Still Dirty, the sequel to Dirty Red. Vickie Stringer is the publisher of Triple Crown Publications, one of the most successful African-American book publishers in the country and abroad. She has been featured in many magazines and newspapers such as The New York Times, Newsweek, Essence, and Black Enterprise. She lives in Columbus, Ohio, with her two children. Books for sale courtesy of Left Bank Books.

Thu July 10
6:30 pm - 11 pm
Dogs & Suds Fashion Show
Kemp Auto Museum (16955 Chesterfield Airport Rd)
Join host Tony La Russa for a barking good time while benefiting St. Louis Area Rescue Organizations.
Sponsored by ALIVE Magazine.
Tickets $75
For more information call (636) 938-1238

Thu July 10
9 pm
Sol Lounge-We Love House Summer Series
(I LOVE House Music!!!)
4241 Lindell
RSVP to welovehouse@alivemag.com

Fri July 11
5:30 pm - 2 am
The Official Red Carpet Event After Party
Place: Bentley/Lamborghini/Maserati STL (Chesterfield, MO)
Presented by ALIVE Magazine

Fri July 11

6:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Downtown Maplewood

Expect the unexpected! Watch St. Louis' top artists create LIVE and have the opportunity to buy their work. There will also be belly dancing, dream interpretation, spinning tops, face painting, live music, DJs, dancing, gallery openings, a fire-shooting ice cream truck and much more! Your favorite destination restaurants such as Maya Café and Schlafly Bottleworks will offer French influenced food and drink. Is there a better way to spend a summer evening? Visit http://www.marketvolt.com/custapp/cc.aspx?CM=57807914&X=3189083&MailingID=43088&LS=283 for more information.
Admission is free.

Bastille Days Festival

Soulard Celebrates Bastille Day & French Heritage July 11 -13

Fri July 11

6:00 pm

A farewell gathering at the corner of Russell and Menard for Queen Marie Antoinette & King Louis. Gather at Joanie’s, Johnny’s or The Bastille to send the King and Queen off to their dreaded fate.

6:30 pm

Walking street parade with marching crewes and royalty, led by “Joia” percussion group storming the streets of Soulard, gathering the mob for the beheading of King Louis & Queen Marie Antoinette.

7:00 pm

Mock beheading of the King & Queen in front of Nadine’s at 12th and Allen.

Sat July 12

8:00 am

Flea market to be held in Soulard Market Park, featuring a variety of art, handmade jewelry & clothing, and other items—up to 75 booths.

Noon

Free live music with “The Alley Mutts”

Noon to 4:00 p.m.

BBQ & Beer booths available.

Sun July 13

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The 21st Annual “Tour de Soulard” bike race through the streets of Soulard. The race is sanctioned by the United States Cycling Federation.

Sat July 12

2:00 - 2:30 pm
Gallery Talks with Master William M. Boyd, III
Missouri History Museum (Forest Park)

Topic: Creoles of the Louisana Territory

Sat July 12
Concert Amel Larrieux @ President Casino

Sun July 13th
1pm to 4pm
Art from the East - Slide Show Presentation
Belas Artes Art Gallery
1854 Russell Blvd., St. Louis MO 63104

July 17-19
Marlissa Hudson, Lyric Coloratura Soprano Performances
Times TBA
Soloist for Nothing Like a Dame
http://www.orangegirls.org/

BELGIAN BEER & MUSSEL MANIA 2008
The Schlafly Tap Room
Fri July 18 - Sat July 19

Friday, July 18
5:00 p.m.-Midnight

Saturday, July 19
5:00 p.m.-Midnight
Both days include entertainment and great Belgian Beer!

Sat July 19
4:00 pm
Cafe Eau & Patio (Chase Park Hotel)
Featuring Pearl Vodka Drink Specials and Live Calypso Music
A portion of all beverage sales will be donated to The Foundation for Children with Cancer. Bring your thirst for most excellent liquids and a smooth island time.

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Sun July 20
National Ice Cream Day
noon - 9pm
Serendipity Ice Cream
8130 Big Bend (Webster Groves)
Free Admission
Ice cream Specials, live music, hula-hoop contest, & paper rock scissors tournament.

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Tue July 22
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Metropolis Wine Club
Art St. Louis Gallery, 555 Washington Ave
RSVP: http://www.mstl.org/index.php?fuseaction=wineclub.rsvpform

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Jammin' at the Zoo 2008

6 - 10 pm

This is the MUST ATTEND event of the summer

Enjoy Wine and Beer Tasting and 3 Music StagesEntertainment include DJ Needles, Matt Murphy, and Tiny Cows

Cost: Free for Zoo Members and a guest; $10 for non-members
Free parking
The Young Zoo Friends host a summer party lakeside in the center of the Zoo, with free wine and beer tasting from 6-8 p.m. (while supplies last) and live entertainment all evening. Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening. No reservations are needed. Ages 21 and up only. Sponsored by Toyota, Major Brands, Anheuser-Busch, Inc., Y98 FM and Riverfront Times.
More information: 314/646-4771 or www.stlzoo.org/yzf.

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Fri July 25

6 -10 pm

Playground of the Ridiculus

The Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
3750 Washington

Free Admission

$1 Bud Select

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Sat July 26

9 pm

Indecent Exposure to Cars: The Story of the World Naked Bike Ride

The Community Arts and Media Project Center - 3022A Cherokee St. http://www.stlcamp.org/
This is a public screening of a documentary is about Naked Cycling and is a kickoff for an upcoming naked cycling event here is st louis. Asking for donations.
Families and children are welcome. Go figure.

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Sat July 26

Concert Chrisette Michelle @ President Casino

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Thu July 31

7 - 11pm

Soulard Twilight Cinema - Knocked Up

The movie Knocked Up will be playing in Soulard Market Park beginning at dusk but get your seats when the gates open at 7 p.m. A

dmission is free. You may bring lawn chairs and blankets. No coolers or outside food allowed. Food and beverages available through the Soulard Safety Program, cash only. Enjoy the free popcorn. No minors, the movie is rated R.

Ongoing - All Month

Whitaker Jazz Festival at the Missouri Botanical Gardens at the Cohen Amphitheater
Wednesdays in June
Free admission after 5 p.m.
All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.
Picnicking is allowed on these nights, so concertgoers are invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic suppers to enjoy.
Food and drink may also be purchased.
The Children’s Garden is free on Whitaker Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m.

Grooveback Wednesdays
Wednesdays in July
Doors open at 7 pm
Posh (in the Central West End)
Free admission; $3 Martinis until 9 pm, then DJ Needles Spins

Whitaker Urban Evenings Series
Thursdays in July
7 - 9:30 pm
Until July 24
Free family Concerts
St. Louis Place Park (corner of St. Louis Ave and Rauschenbach in Old North St. Louis)

St. Louis Zoo Presents the US Cellular Jungle Boogie Concert Series
Fridays in July
5:00 – 7:00 pm
"Cha-cha" with the cheetahs, "salsa" with the sea lions or "two-step" with the tigers at Jungle Boogie, the Zoo's Friday Night concert series for the whole family.
Central Plaza
Free admission, Free Parking

Dinoroarus Exhibit at the St. Louis Zoo
Open April 18 through September 1, 2008
Step back in time to see roaring, spitting, moving dinosaurs in this one-of-a-kind walk-through exhibit.
Admission is $1.50 for Zoo Friends members and $3 for non-members. Children under two are free.

Niki Exhibit - Colorful, Playful Mosaic Sculptures by Niki De Saint Phalle at the Missouri Botanical Garden
Open April 27 - October 31, 2008
Visit the Garden for Free on Wednesday Morning

June 2008 Events

Sun June 1
1:30 – 9:30 pm
Taste of Clayton
Shaw Park

Sun June 1
1 - 6pm
Belas Artes presents Art from the East
Workshops & Performances (Free and open to public)
Include: Calligraphy Workshop, Lion Dance Performance, Ikebana Flower Arrangement Workshop, Origami Workshop, Philippine Traditional Folk Dance Performance, Japanese Drumming Performance
1854 Russell, 63104

Sun June 1
Make Tracks for the Zoo 23rd Annual Run/Walk

Wed June 4
5 pm
Whitaker Jazz Festival Begins
Missouri Botanical Garden
Cohen Ampitheatre
Featuring the incomparable Erin Bode , Jazz-pop vocalist and local favorite.
Picnicking is allowed on these nights, so concertgoers are invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic suppers to enjoy. Food and drink may also be purchased. The Children’s Garden is free on Whitaker Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m.


Wed Fri June 4 – Fri June 6
Habitat for Humanity needs volunteers
Our 2008 Build has kicked-off and we are in need of individual construction volunteers to help us ensure we meet our required number of volunteers during our Phase 1 blitz. We are trying to recruit approximately 80-88 volunteers for Wed, June 4th; Thurs, June 5th & Fri, June 6th. This is an OPEN PLEA, which means you do not have to attend Orientation prior to volunteering!

Thu June 5
6:30 pm
Connect With... Beer & Wine Tasting Event
Cabanne House in Forest Park
Cost: $ 5

Fri June 6 – Sun June 8
Central West End Art Fair and Taste


Fri June 6 – Sat June 7
Wonders of Wildlife at Forest Park
W.O.W National Outdoor Recreation and Conservation School teaches participants how to enjoy a wide range of outdoor recreation activities while practicing personal safety and outdoor responsibility. Classes include Archery, Camping, Fishing, Shooting Sports, Outdoor Skills, Rock Climbing, Nature Arts & Photography, Geocaching, and Outdoor Survival Skills.
Overnight Camping is available, too.

Fri June 6 – Sat June 7
St. Louis MicroFest at Forest Park, Upper Muny Parking Lot
Be sure to visit Ray Hill’s Booth and the VIP Bier Garten sponsored by Ray Hill.
VIP Tickets are an additional $10. Visit the web site for info and base ticket prices.
Proceeds benefit Lift For Life Gym.

Fri June 7
ULYP Gala




Thu June 12 – Sun June 15
30th Annual Superman Celebration of Metropolis, Illinois
Celebrating the 70th Birthday of the Man of Steel.

Fri June 13 – Sat June14
The French Heritage Festival of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri
One of the nation's most Distinctive Cities

Tues June 17
5:30 -8:30 pm
After-work Social
Hosted by Candidate for 63rd District State Representative, Tishaura O. Jones
Sol Lounge, 4142 Lindell Blvd.
Minimum suggested donation - $50.

Wed June 18
6 – 8 pm
Wine Tasting with the Young Friends of the Missouri Botanical Gardens
Butterfly House (Chesterfield)

Thu June 19

Party on the Boulevard (across from Galleria)

Music/food

$10 donation

Sat June 21
12 – 3pm
Ray Hill’s Beer Tasting
Provisions Gourmet Market
11615 Olive (Creve Couer)

Sat June 21
Soulard Earth Festival
10am to 6pm
Soulard Park (next to the Soulard Farmers Market).
The day includes the Green Light Bicycle Tour which will weave throughout Soulard every 2 hours, Performances by Earth Driven Artists including the St. Louis Slam Poetry Team and others. There will be informational booths about living earth friendly, a Junior Recycling Activity Tent, and the Living Lot (an interactive chalk art exhibit). The attached poster shows the event in more detail.
This event is being produced by Word In Motion, Bicycle Brand Blank Books, 1860 Saloon, Nadine's Gin Joint with additional funding from the Regional Arts Commission.

Sat June 21
Chocolate Fondue Party
9 pm - 3 am
Simply Fondue - 1629 Locust (Downtown St. Louis)
Neo-Soul, R &B, Chocolate Fondue, Chocolate Martini Specials
$10 General Admission
Presented by SinglesVibe

Sun June 22
1 - 2:30 pm
St. Louis Science Center
Explore and learn about Asia on a trip of music and fun with Belas Artes and the Osuwa Taiko Group

Sun June 22
4 pm
"Landscape in Song" Soloist Opera Performance by Miss Marlissa Hudson - Lyric Coloratura Soprano
Union Memorial Church
1141 Belt Avenue, 63112

Mon June 23
Authors @ Your Library presents Kimberla Lawson Roby
7 pm
Julia Davis Branch Library (corner of Newstead & Natural Bridge)

Tues June 24

6 - 8 pm

After-work Social Hour & African American Leadership Drive

The Charmaine Chapman Society of the United Way of Greater St. Louis

Bentley St. Louis

Tues June 24
6 - 8 pm
Cocktails for a Cause
333 Westport Plaza
$10 Donation to benefit the Missouri Baptist Medical Center's Cancer Center
Complimentary cocktails and Miller Beer provided with donation.


Thu June 26

6 - 9pm

Young Professionals Elimanting Poverty Happy Hour

Presented by CAASTLC

Westport Plaza

$10 donation

Thu June 26
7:30pm
Evening with Japanese Melody "Shinobué"
Violin and Harp by the Watanabe Duo followed by Food and Sake Tasting
Belas Artes Multicultural Center & Art Gallery
1854 Russell 63104
Cost: $35
RSVP (314-772-2787)

Sat June 28
12 – 6pm
1st Annual Beer & Brats Festival of Westport to Benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Be sure to visit Ray Hill’s Booth.

Sat June 28
2 - 6 pm
Metropolis Pool Party
(The Condos not the organization, I got confused myself)
Waterman & Clara - CWE
RSVP to PoolParty2008@alivemag.com

Sat June 28 - Sun June 29
11 am - 8 pm (both days)
St. Louis Pride Fest -- The Midwest's Largest Celebration of the diversity of LGBT community
Tower Grove Park (Grand & Arsenal)
Concerts, Parades, Vendors
free

Ongoing Events - ALL MONTH

Comedy on Parade with Bill Chot – The Improv Trick
Mondays in June
7:30 pm
Mad Art Gallery

Twilight Tuesdays at the Missouri History Museum
Tuesdays in June
6:30 – 8:30 pm

Whitaker Jazz Festival at the Missouri Botanical Gardens at the Cohen Amphitheater
Wednesdays in June
Free admission after 5 p.m.
All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.
Picnicking is allowed on these nights, so concertgoers are invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic suppers to enjoy. Food and drink may also be purchased. The Children’s Garden is free on Whitaker Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m.



Grooveback Wednesdays
Free admission
Posh (in the Central West End)
Doors open at 7 pm
$3 Martinis until 9 pm, then Needles Spins

Whitaker Urban Evenings Series
Thursdays in June
7 - 9:30 pm
beginning June 19
Free family Concerts
St. Louis Place Park (corner of St. Louis Ave and Rauschenbach in Old North St. Louis)

St. Louis Zoo Presents the US Cellular Jungle Boogie Concert Series
Fridays in June
5:00 – 7:00 pm
"Cha-cha" with the cheetahs, "salsa" with the sea lions or "two-step" with the tigers at Jungle Boogie, the Zoo's Friday Night concert series for the whole family.
Central Plaza
Free admission, Free Parking

Dinoroarus Exhibit at the St. Louis Zoo
Open April 18 through September 1, 2008
Step back in time to see roaring, spitting, moving dinosaurs in this one-of-a-kind walk-through exhibit. Admission is $1.50 for Zoo Friends members and $3 for non-members. Children under two are free.

Niki Exhibit - Colorful, Playful Mosaic Sculptures by Niki De Saint Phalle at the Missouri Botanical Garden
Open April 27 - October 31, 2008
Visit the Garden for Free on Wednesday Morning

Stuff You've Missed Out on - June 2008 - updated

Okay the word is out. GrooveBack Wednesdays at Posh are What's up. I didn't make it, but I heard it was All the Way Live. It was a blast and that I shouldn't miss going the Grooveback Wednesday with DJ Needles ever again. It's free, the drinks are luscious, and the music was right on time.

And the Wine & Beer Tasting sponsored by Connect With... was fabulous. There were well over 100 of St. Louis' most gregarious young professionals. For $5, you could enjoy as many bottles of Schlafly and Ray Hills as you wanted. And Twin Oaks Winery (of Farmington, MO) & Stone Hill Winery (of Hermann, MO) were pouring the entire evening. You really missed out. Plus, a big save by Scott Lapp of River City Professionals. He donated cases of beer from his personal reserve for the event.

Don't miss out on the next Wine Tasting Event sponsored by the Young Friends of the Missouri Botanical Garden.
Young Friends’ Wine Tasting

June 18, 2008

Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House (near Faust Park in Chesterfield, MO)

6 to 8 p.m.
Sample the best vintages of Mount Pleasant Winery with other young professionals in the beautiful backdrop of the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House.
Cost: $20 ($15 for Garden Members)

Ticket price includes appetizers, live music, and a commemorative wine glass.

Space is limited! Reserve your spot today!For more information about this event or Young Friends of the Garden, contact Andrea Sykes or call (314) 577-9432.

I didn't make it, so please, someone leave a comment about how great the event was.

The Urban League Young Professionals Renaisance Gala was fabulous. The house was packed. We had a BALL!!

Late Breaker --I learned about a social networking event sponsored by the RBC. It was simply beautiful. The pool balcony of the Four Seasons...Sorry no pictures available. If anyone wants to offer some pics, please forward them. I'm still learning about the RBC - Regional Business Council, but what I've gleaned, it's a great organization that attracts and retains young professionals in the region. Check them out.

I hope you're not still missing out on all of this GREAT Stuff.

In Memorium Lee "The Rose Man" Nixon

The Rose Man has passed away. Seems he was caught in the middle of gunfire at 3 am this morning at the Soft Touch on the East side. (Yes, you read that right). The Rose Man seemed to be everywhere, all the time. He was a nightclub regular - at all the loca clubs - he sold long-stemmed roses for a modest price. His business was located at the corner of Kingshighway and MLK. Read the developing story from STLToday.com Nightclub fixture the Rose Man silenced by weekend violence.

Rest in Peace.

Organization Spotlight -- River City Professionals

I'm still not exactly sure how I discovered this organization. The best of my pieced together memory tells me that my friend DC forwarded an email about an upcoming event they were hosting and I've been linked in every since.

I attended my first River City Professionals, whew, was it back in 2005...or 2006...2005 it was. I attended the Happy Hour at the Missouri Botanical Garden and I was impressed. I RSVPed for the event and I had a pre-printed self-adhesive name tag waiting for me. WOW!!! I liked that. I met lots of people -- everyone was friendly.

So here is how RCP works.
1. Membership is FREE. You sign up with your email and you get a monthly notice about an upcoming happy hour.
2. The Happy Hours are always on the 3rd Tuesday of the month -- also free -- and the location changes each month
3. Each event features a spotlight on a special vent, organization, charity, or guest. So it's always fresh and novel.
4. People are friendly, especially Scott Lap the founder. Now, if you have no idea who Scott is, you're a wall flower. Scott is The Man About Town in St. Louis. And he's amazingly gracious and generous. Do you need to advertise an event or get the word out about something fabulous, fun, or worthy happening in St. Louis. Just let Scott know and he'll help you get the word out.
5. They host an extensive St. Louis Events calendar and a Blog about local happenings. I feign at being competition for them.

So, check out RCP and maybe I'll see you at an upcoming event. In fact the June RCP Happy Hour is tomorrow (June 17) at the ever-so-nice-but-doesn't-have-enough-exits Mandarin, with special guest Mr. Mike McMillan.

May 2008 Events

Thu May 1
8 pm – 1:30 am
2nd Annual RAISE THE ROOF Model Appreciation Party
Presented by Synergy Productions and ALIVE Magazine
Mandarin
44 Maryland Plaza in the CWE
RSVP: guestlist@synergystl.com

Sat May 3

K-Ci & Jo-Jo in Concert
President Casino

Sat May 3 – Sun May 4

Spring Downtown Living Tour

12:00 - 5:00pm
Cost $7

Thu May 8 – Sat 10

St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival

Forest Park


Fri May 9 REGISTRATION DEADLINE

W.O.W National Outdoor Recreation and Conservation School teaches participants how to enjoy a wide range of outdoor recreation activities while practicing personal safety and outdoor responsibility. Classes include Archery, Camping, Fishing, Shooting Sports, Outdoor Skills, Rock Climbing, Nature Arts & Photography, Geocaching, and Outdoor Survival Skills.
Overnight Camping is available, too. Check out the Program Booklet.
Pre-registration is required. Must register my mail by May 9, 2008.
Cost is $15 per person or $25 per family (up to 6 people, $2 for each additional person). That's a steal, but Financial Assistance is available if you need it.

Sat May 10
Old North St. Louis House Tour
St. Louis Avenue & N 14th (Across from Crown Candy)$10 advance, $12 on site.Proceeds support neighborhood projects in North City. Or Volunteer! and attend for FREE. Shifts are: 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 12:30 to 4 p.m.Old North St. Louis Restoration Group is seeking volunteers to work visitor check in and to serve as docents in their annual house tour. Refreshments will be provided and volunteers are invited to the after-tour appreciation party. If you are interested involunteering, contact us at volunteer@fuelforthecity.org.

Sat May 10

7:30 pm – 12:30 am
Urbanaire (this is my new favorite word)
Benefit for PROMO
The Rialto Ballroom, Centene Center for the Arts
3547 Olive St, Grand Centerphoto

Thu May 15

11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Ten Toe Spring 2008 Kick-off

Memorial Park in Clayton adjacent to the County Government Building at 41 S. Central

Fri May 16

Deadline to register for Make Tracks for the Zoo 23rd Annual Run/Walk on Sunday, June 1, 2008

$18 Individual registration (before May 16)

$22 Individual registration (after May 16)

$10 Kids' Race (under 12 years) separate registration required

$50 Family registration (limit of four individuals in same family)

$10 per additional family member

Note: There is no family registration allowed after May 18

Sat May 17

4-6 pm

Blues in Benton Park with Rough Grooves

free

Sun May 18

Southwest Garden Home and Garden Improvement Tour (The Hill)
Hanneke Hardware on Southwest Avenue

$15 advance, $18 on-site

Or Volunteer! and attend for FREE.

Shifts are: 11:45 - 2:15 and 2:00 - 4:15. The Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association is seeking volunteers to greet guests and help homeowners keep an eye on things at their annual Home and Garden tour. The tour will take place from noon to 4 pm. Volunteers can go on the tour free of charge, before or after their shift. Volunteers are also invited to attend the after tour party. If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at volunteer@fuelforthecity.org.

Wed May 21
6:30 pm to 8pm
World Cultural Diversity Day: A Panel Discussion that will explore cultural diversity experiences in our community
Belas Artes "Connecting people & cultures through heART";
Belas Artes is located at 1854 Russell Blvd, St. Louis MO 63104
Phone: 314-772-ARTS / 772-2787

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND EVENTS (Fri May 23 - Mon May 26)

Fri May 23
8 pm
Beer Tasting and Sampling
Ray Hill’s Beer
Club 314 (Hazelwood)3551 Pennridge Dr

Fri May 23
5:00 – 7:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo Kicks off its Friday Night Concert Series and extended open hours.
Jungle Boogie: "Cha-cha" with the cheetahs, "salsa" with the sea lions or "two-step" with the tigers at Jungle Boogie, the Zoo's Friday Night concert series for the whole family.
Central Plaza
Free admission, Free Parking

Fri May 23 – Sat May 24
2nd Annual Schlafly Brew & Q
Fri: 5 – 10pm
Sat: 12 -10 pm
Schlafly Bottleworks (Maplewood)

Fri May 23 - Mon May 26
Rib America Festival

Fri May 23 - Mon May 26
St. Louis African Arts Festival

Sat May 24
Mint Condition in Concert President Casino

Thu May 29
8 pm
ERYKAH BADU, THE ROOTS at the Fox Theatre
$38-$59, MetroTix.
Erykah Badu's previous St. Louis appearance, a headlining spot at the National Urban League's annual convention, was a fish-out-of-water gig for the neo-soul princess. Conventioneers didn't "get" her, but she'll be right at home at this performance, creating her own "New Amerykah" for fans right inside the Fox. The Roots cement a must-see show.

Fri May 30
11am
Come help Habitat for Humanity kick off its 2008 Build Season in JeffVanderLou neighborhood!3038 Thomas
St. Louis MO, 61306
All are welcome who want to help celebrate the start of another year of helping our homeowners realize their dream of homeownership. We would love to see you there! Bring your camera, it is sure to be a memorable moment!! For more information or directions to the build site, please contact:
Josh Palacios
314-371-0400 x 21
joshua@habitatstl.org
For a printer friendly flyer, please CLICK HERE!

Sat May 31
St. Louis Jazz and Heritage Festival in Clayton
Performers include Joe Sample, Randy Crawford, Cassandra Wilson Festival

~~~~ All Month ~~~~

Comedy on Parade with Bill Chot – The Improv Trick
Mondays in May
7:30 pm
Mad Art Gallery

Tuesdays in May

Twilight Tuesdays at the Missouri History Museum

Pack a picnic and bring a blanket.

Free, for the whole family.

Featuring Ray Hill's Beer at the Vendor Booth.

Did you know that Ray Hill's Beer was voted the 2nd Most Favorite Local Microbrew in the Riverfront Times 2008 Restaurant Guide?

Chuck Close at Shearburn Gallery
April 4- May 10

Dinoroarus Exhibit at the St. Louis Zoo
Open April 18 through September 1, 2008
Step back in time to see roaring, spitting, moving dinosaurs in this one-of-a-kind walk-through exhibit. Admission is $1.50 for Zoo Friends members and $3 for non-members. Children under two are free.

St. Louis Shakespeare Festival

May 21 - June 15

6- 10:30 nightly (except Tuesdays)
The Tragedy of King Richard The Third
Green show (abbreviated show for the kids and those with ADHD at 6:30 pm)

Art Hill

Free

Threads of History - A major Exhibit of early American Quilts at the St. Louis Art Museum Open now through May 26, 2008 Cost: $6 adults, $5 students & seniors, $4 children 6-12, free under 6.

Fridays in May
5:00 – 7:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo Kicks off its Friday Night Concert Series and extended open hours.
Jungle Boogie: "Cha-cha" with the cheetahs, "salsa" with the sea lions or "two-step" with the tigers at Jungle Boogie, the Zoo's Friday Night concert series for the whole family.
Central Plaza
Free admission, Free Parking

Niki Exhibit - Colorful, Playful Mosaic Sculptures by Niki De Saint Phalle at the Missouri Botanical Garden
Open April 27 - October 31, 2008

Organization Spotlight -- Connect With...

I’m doing something new, but long over due. I’m highlighting a local, super-fabulous young professional roganization – Connect With. And it seems appropriate to start with this organization because it is a Collaborative of dozens of other great professional organizations. It brings together all of the best of St. Loui s’ energetic superstars.

"Connect With . . . " aims to showcase all the interesting and unique facets of St. Louis, whether it is arts and culture, community service, diversity initiatives, professional development or networking. It's a groundbreaking effort that St. Louisans should be proud of.

Each October is Young Profesisonal’s Month in St. Louis City. Each partner organization sponsors an event and gives the public an opportunity to learn more about it and its mission. Check out the list, you see an organization you know or may want to know.

April 2008 Events

Wed April 9
7 pm
Authors @ Your Library Presents Keisha Ervin
She will discuss her new book, Torn.
Carpenter Branch Library
3309 S Grand

Sat April 12
2 pm
Authors @ Your Library Presents Eric Jerome Dickey
He will discuss and sign his newest book, Pleasure.
Carpenter Branch Library
3309 S Grand

Fri April 18
Dinoroarus Exhibit Opens
All day
St. Louis Zoo

Sun April 20
St. Louis Earth Day Festival at Forest Park
Earth Day: Party for the Planet family activities at the Zoo.
For information, call (314) 781-0900

Thu April 24
Dining Out For Life
Various restaraunts will donate 25% or more of your bill's proceeds to St. Louis Effort for Aids.

Thu April 24
6:30 pm
MO Words: The Power of Words
Missouri History Museum

Thu April 24
9pm
ALIVE 5th Anniversary Party
HOME Night Club at AmeriStar Casino
St. Charles, MO

Sat April 26
10 am - 4 pm
Wings of Spring - 3rd Annual Confluence Birding Festival
Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary
West Alton, MO - Hwy 67 near Alton, Illinois
Daily Activities include Live Bird Displays (Owls, Ravens, Hawks, Pelicans, & More), Kayak Trips, Bird Cruise, and Live Entertainment

Sun April 27
1 - 5 pm
Grand Opening & Open House of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic
1864 Little Brennan Road
High Ridge, MO (South of I-44 & 270, off of South Gravois)
Walk through of the facility and visit the 'patients' - raccoons, squirrels, rabbits, opossums, and a baby fox.
636 677-3670

Sun April 27
Celebrate St. Louis /Live on the Levee Trivia Night
Jive & Wail Piano Bar
7376 Manchester Road
Volunteer! Shifts: 3:30 - 7:30 PM (5 volunteers needed) & 4:00 - 8:00 PM (10-15 volunteers needed)
Organizers of Celebrate St. Louis/Live on the Levee are seeking volunteers to help with tallying score sheets and monitoring the silent auction at their trivia night fundraiser. There will be live music, 50/50 raffles, silent auction, drinks, food & more! If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at: volunteer@fuelforthecity.org.

Sun April 27
Niki Exhbit Opens
Missouri Botanical Gardens

Tue April 29
Twilight Tuesdays Begins!
The Bosman Twins
Identical twins Dwayne and Dwight Bosman bring their "rough and raw" style of jazz to Twilight Tuesdays.
Front Lawn of the Missouri History Museum

Tue April 29
6:00 -9:00 pm
Old Bags Event
The Living World at the St. Louis Zoo
Charitable Event benefiting the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition. For more information, please visit http://www.marketvolt.com/custapp/cc.aspx?CM=54045019&X=3189083&MailingID=40281&LS=184.

Wed April 30
7 - 8 pm
NPR News & Notes will feature fellow St. Louis Blogger The Black Snob
KWMU FM 90.7 Tune in

Ongoing - All Month

Fairy Tale Exhibit featuring illustrations of famous characters, styles.
Schlafly Branch Library
225 N Euclid

Chuck Close at Shearburn Gallery

April 4- May 10

Dinoroarus Exhibit at the St. Louis Zoo

Open April 18 through September 1, 2008

Step back in time to see roaring, spitting, moving dinosaurs in this one-of-a-kind walk-through exhibit. Admission is $1.50 for Zoo Friends members and $3 for non-members. Children under two are free.

Threads of History - A major Exhiit of early American Quilts at the St. Louis Art Museum

Open now through May 26, 2008

Cost: $6 adults, $5 students & seniors, $4 children 6-12, free under 6.

Niki Exhibit - Colorful, Playful Mosaic Sculptures by Niki De Saint Phalle at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Open April 27 - October 31, 2008

2008 Fête Society Theme: Activing Living. Active Learning

St. Louis, Missouri is the best place to be in the Spring and Summer. There is so much to do, see, experience, and enjoy!

This year's theme was inspired by yesterday's race and my receipt of many upcoming events calendars from the Zoo, the Library, Trailnet and my Missouri Conservationist Magazine. I like having subscriptions (print and/or electronic) to these many different organizations. I know what's going on. So I enourage everyone to get hooked in too. I'll be posting from these calendars. So no excuses. Get outside. Get your family moving and learning. Time at the Botanical Garden or free concert/movie at one of the local parks is perfect way to connect with your friends and family and no break your wallet.

Make this year a fantastic year!

St. Louis Marathon - Get Fit Fête!

26.2 miles - that's a Marathon!

Two of Fête's fittest participated in today's Spirit of St. Louis Marathon. I was standing in the median in Soulard near the Brewery and all one could see was a "sea" of bodies. I was beginning to fear I overlooked our friends when I spotted the first, then the second -- and still running in their desired pace group.

Quiet as it is kept, TE was walking until he saw me with camera in hand. PH waved happily but was rather consumed with the Itunes. Woo --hooo! No small feat. I figured if they could run 13.1 miles, I could walk the ~2 miles down to cheer them on.

The Marathon itself is something to behold. I took a crack it once 2 years ago. (Walking of course.) It's no punk. I only did half of the half marathon....

But a Marathon is People, lots of people. Observing it near the race loop in Soulard (near AB Brewery) was great. I stood in the median and got to see the everyone pass by twice. The 2 leaders just zoomed by. There was this one older guy who had an awkward neck posture while running. But he floated, literally. He had absolutely no bounce or shock on this feet. Most runners were 30 and 40 somethings - from the look, but people of all ages, young and old were there. All shapes, too. There were 2 wheel chair runners and one woman running with her friend who had no arms or legs. Hell, I felt shame. If this woman with no arms or legs could run the marathon, all of us should commit to a more active and healthy life style this spring.

What's more is the aftermath. Thousands of people are passing by. Running. Jogging, Walking. Several stop to stretch out calves and hamstrings. You tell by the agony in many of their faces that their knees or hips or feet or shins are killing them Yet, they continue. There are refreshement stops along the way. And people are drinking and dropping cups and protein bar wrappers. There are piles of trash and the volunteer staff cleans it up as soon as all of the walkers have passed.

There are port-a-potties for them to use, so they have to step of the race to use it. Then they continue.

The best part is piles of descarded clothing...and good stuff too.

I even scored myself a pair of great gloves!

Spring 2008

MARCH

Sun March 30
2 p.m.
Scott Joplin House
"St. Louis Black Women's Social Organizations-1890-1910"
Karla Frye, Ph.D., Missouri Department of Natural Resources, will explore the power that the black women's social organizations yielded in directing the moral and cultural St. Louis conscience. Thomasina Clark will perform songs from the era.
2658A Delmar
St. Louis City 63103

February 2008 Events

Black History Month Guest Authors & Speakers
Sunday, Feb 10
Authors @ Your Library presents: Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Central Library
1301 Olive
Downtown St. Louis
2:00PM - 4:00PM
The St. Louis Public Library invites you to join us in Central Library's Great Hall as we celebrate Black History Month 2008 with renowned Harvard Professor, Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr., as our keynote speaker. Throughout his life Dr. Gates has struggled to overcome the psychological effects of racism. He is a passionate supporter of a multicultural approach towards education and he is considered one of the most powerful academic voices in America. The charismatic Harvard Professor is recognized for his extensive research of African American history and literature and for developing and expanding the African American study program at Harvard University. Left Bank Books will provide his books for booksigning. The first African American to earn a Ph.D. at Cambridge University in England, Dr. Gates has dedicated his career to bringing African American culture to the public. He has written and produced some of the most comprehensive African American reference materials in the country. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. is the Dean of the Department of African and African American studies at Harvard University.

Monday, Feb 11
Big Brothers Big Sisters Speakers Series presents: Michael Eric Dyson
Busch Student Center
St. Louis University

Black History Month Events

The St. Louis Public Library is hosting guite a few events for Black History Month. Check it out: For Kids & Teens

St. Louis County Library also has a whole host events for the entire month. Check it out here.

Carver Days at the Missouri Botanical Garden (family)
Saturday-Monday, February 16 through 18
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A three-day weekend of family fun with a focus on George Washington Carver, one of America's great scientists and educators.

Activities include:
Story-telling with KMOV-TV anchor Vickie Newton. Saturday, 11 a.m.
“The ABC’s of George Washington Carver,” where children may ask questions of this famous man. Sunday and Monday at 11 a.m.
“Listening to the Still Small Voice,” an award-winning one-man live performance about Carver’s life. Sunday and Monday at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Throughout the weekend:
Visit the “Jesup Wagon,” Carver’s movable school where kids are invited to explore and experiment in Carver’s footsteps.
Ride the free shuttle to the Carver Garden (weather permitting).
Eat Carver-inspired sweet potato and peanut dishes, available for purchase in Sassafras.
Activities are included with Garden admission.
Visit us online for more information.

GenNext Service Opportunities
Saturday, February 16

Cardinal Ritter Senior Services
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
7609 Watson Rd.
Webster Groves, MO
Volunteers will visit with residents from Our Lady of Perpetual Health assisted living center. Volunteers will also serve lunch and refreshments.
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services provides home health services and housing for the elderly.
A thank-you event will immediately follow at CJ Muggs in Webster Groves

Edgewood Children's Center
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
330 N. Gore
Webster Groves, MO
Volunteers will do arts and crafts with the kids, make Valentines together and play board games. If the weather is nice, volunteers can also play outdoor games.
Edgewood Children's Center provides services for children with severe emotional, behavioral and communication disorders, particularly those with autism or Asperger's Syndrome.

Alzheimer's Association, St. Louis Chapter
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
9374 Olive Blvd.
St. Louis, MO
Help this agency prepare for an upcoming special event and other projects around the office.
Alzheimer's Association provides services and support to individuals affected by Alzheimer's and their families and care partners.

United Way's GenNext program invites people in their twenties and thirties to strengthen the St. Louis community by participating in meaningful volunteer opportunites, learning from influential leaders and networking with a diverse group of peers. GenNext is a great way for young professionals to get involved in the community while advancing their careers.


Missouri Botanical Garden’s Young Friends Coffee Evening
Wednesday, Feb 27
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Missouri Botanical Garden - Ridgway Center
Join the Missouri Botanical Garden ’s Young Friends for an evening of coffee tasting, a cupping demonstration, The Birth of Coffee photo exhibition, and the Storybook Classics orchid show, where over 800 winter-blooming orchids are displayed in an indoor paradise.The event is free but reservations are required by calling (314) 577-9432.
For more information, visit http://www.mobot.org/.