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Tuesday, September 7, 2010
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Happily Ever After
What: A Marriage Enrichment Seminar taught by Dr. Bob Burbee with the National Institute of Marriage. See www/thenewlifecommunity.com/happily to register or for more details.
Date: Febraury 20, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: DoubleTree Hotel in Chesterfield
Cost: $25 a person
Contact: (636) 227-8036
 
Pastor Willie D. Brown's 6th Pastoral Anniversary
What: The 6th Pastoral Anniversary Celebration of Pastor Willie D. Brown, Senior Pastor of The Faith House in O'Fallon, IL, and winner of many other awards, will be held Friday, February 26th thru Sunday, February 28th. This 3-day event will have a Friday Evening Musical, an elegant 5-Star Pastoral Salute Banquet on Saturday at the Four Points Sheraton Ballroom and an 11:00 a.m. Worship with Gospel Recording Artist, Actor, and Powerful Preacher/Psalmist-Rev. Mitchel A. Ford, Jr.
Date: February 26 - February 28, 2010
Time: Friday: 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Location: 112 West Washington Street O'Fallon, IL. 62269
Cost: Saturday Donations: $25 for Adults; $15 for Children. For banquet tickets and more information contact: Sls. Catherine Suggs at (618)581-4876.
Contact: (618) 581-4876
 
Free Tax Clinic  
What: Harris-Stowe State University and the Anheuser-Busch School of Business proudly announces its free tax clinic, from February 1-April 15, 2010. The free tax service is extended to any and everyone interested in having their 2009 taxes prepared by certified volunteers, under the supervision of Quintin Davis, CPA, accounting instructor at Harris-Stowe, and Owolabi Tiamiyu, assistant professor of business administration. Additional CPAs will be on hand to advise. While the HSSU tax clinic is open to everyone, it uniquely caters to international individuals and families, the elderly and low-to-moderate income households. Those who have a household income of $50,000 or less will be given priority service.
Date: February 1 - April 15, 2010
Time: Mondays & Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Mondays & Wednesdays: Room 103 of the Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Administration Building, located at 3026 Laclede Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. Saturdays: HSSU Anheuser-Busch School of Business, located at 5707 Wilson Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110
Cost: Free of charge
Contact: (314) 340-3391
 
Nelson & Taylor's "Valentines Bash!"  
What: We will be sampling NEW Champagne Peach Bellini's, have special sales good only during the party and plenty of food and Cake! Stop in for new ideas fresh from the New York Market.
Date: February 13, 2010
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: 411 Main Street Weston, MO
Cost: Call for more information.
Contact: (816) 386-9993
 
2nd Annual Valentine's Day Sock Hop  
What: Gift certificate awarded for Best Costume Grand Prize Drawing: $25.00 Gift Certificate Enter to win, drawing at 7:00 p.m. (Must be present to win) Fifty Cent Cokes, .25 cent Hot Dogs, Candy and lots more goodies! MUSIC & SPECIALS ALL DAY! ROCKIN' AROUND THE CLOCK! All the greats from the Past: Elvis, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard, Lester Young and More.
Date: February 13, 2010
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Main Street Galleria
Cost: For more information visit: www.westonmo.com
Contact: (816) 640-2909
 
The Avalon's Valentine's Day Special  
What: Avalon's Valentine Special Shrimp Cocktail Shared House Salad with Herb Vinaigrette Dressing Chateaubriand served with Garlic Mash Potatoes and an Array of Fresh Vegetables Double Chocolate Soufflé Cake with Chocolate Covered Strawberries and a Glass of Champagne
Date: February 13 & 14, 2010
Time: Saturday: 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Avalon Café 608 Main Street Weston, MO 64098
Cost: $50/person plus tax and gratuity.
Contact: (816) 640-2835
 
Delilah's Wish
What: Metro Theater Company presents "Delilah's Wish" by Mariah Richardson, a play about a precocious 8 year old in north St. Louis whose mom is serving in Iraq. A free party follows the performance.
Date: February 27 and 28
Time: 2:00 p.m. on both days
Location: Missouri History Museum, Forest Park
Cost: $12 for adults; $10 for children
Contact: (314) 997-6777
 
Parent Forum on Adolescent Mental Health  
What: Speakers: Tina Meier from the Megan Meier Foundation will talk about cyberbullying and how it led to the suicide of her 13 year old daughter, Megan. Marian McCord from CHADS Coalition will talk about teen depression and suicide and what all parents need to know.
Date: February 16, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Auditorium, Wydown Middle School, 6500 Wydown, Clayton, MO, 63105
Cost: Free
Contact: (314) 725-5828
 
Baby Kid Expo
What: A day filled with family entertainment, interactive exhibits, stage presentations, kid areas and parent resources. Check out what is available in the local community for you and your family and be ready to shop! Check our website for up to date info! www.babykidexpo.com
Date: April 10, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: St. Charles Convention Center One Convention Center Plaza St. Charles, MO 63303
Cost: none
Contact: (866) 654-3976
 
So Reel Offers Conversations Around Race  
What: Does an exciting proposed North St. Louis development or a fema declaration that much of East St. Louis is a flood hazard zone constitute environmental racism?
Date: February 18, 2010
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center 2711 Locust St.-Midtown St. Louis St. Louis, MO 63103
Cost: Free of charge
Contact: (314) 531-1115
 
Freddy Cole at Cool Valley Elementary School  
What: Pianist and vocalist Freddy Cole, who is appearing at Jazz at the Bistro from February 17 through 20, will perform for students at Cool Valley Elementary School at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 19, 2010. Masterful vocalist and pianist Freddy Cole captivates listeners with his elegant presence, subtle phrasing, and intimate singing style. One of the greatest living interpreters of song, Cole’s elegant demeanor and refined stage presence forms a unique bond with his audience.
Date: February 19, 2010
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Cool Valley Elementary School 1351 South Florissant Road St. Louis, MO 63121
Cost: Free of charge
Contact: (314) 289-4030
 
Soup Sunday at Riverwood Winery  
What: Soup Sunday, $8.00. On this Sunday afternoon at the winery we will be serving a rich and creamy New England clam chowder made fresh in the Riverwood Winery kitchen! Served with crackers and garnished with crumbled bacon and fresh parsley, this is a meal in itself! Enjoy your soup with a bottle of Riverwood wine!
Date: February 21, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Riverwood Winery 22200 Hwy 45 N. Rushville, MO 64484
Cost: $8.00
Contact: (816) 579-9797
 
Nickelodeon's BLUES CLUES LIVE!
What: BLUE'S CLUES LIVE! THE MOST SPECTACULAR PLACE begins when Blue and Steve lead the audience on a clue-based journey, in search of the most spectacular place of all. This quest takes them through Storybook Forest, where Blue and Steve meet The Three Little Pigs, Goldilocks, The Big Bad Wolf, and other characters from classic fairytales. Blue and Steve even travel to outer space in search of the most spectacular place, discovering planets and other celestial wonders along the way. Find all three clues and help Steve and Blue find THE MOST SPECTACULAR PLACE!
Date: February 19 - February 21, 2010
Time: Fri. Feb. 19th at 7:00 p.m., Sat. Feb. 20th at 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m., Sun. Feb. 21st at 3:00 p.m.
Location: Front & Center Theater 300 Sinclair Ave. South Roxana, IL 62087
Cost: $5 General Admission
Contact: (618) 971-8400
 
St. Patrick's Day Parade & Run
What: The Parade starts at Market & 18th, proceeds east on Market to Broadway and then south on Broadway to Busch Stadium. We expect over 300,000 parade goers this year. The Run starts on Broadway at the site of the proposed Ball Park Village, then proceeds north on Broadway & winds through the streets of downtown, finally culminating with a 500 meter downhill sprint to the finish at approximately Market and Broadway. The run is 5 miles long and we expect over 10,000 runners this year. The Dinner is the official kickoff to the events of the Parade weekend. At the dinner we introduce our visiting dignitaries from Ireland and the United States. You can attend the dinner by visiting our website and making reservations.
Date: Dinner: March 12, 2010 Parade & Run: March 13, 2010
Time: Dinner: 6:00 p.m. Run: 9:00 a.m. Parade: Noon
Location: Downtown St. Louis Please visit our website for more information: www.stpatsrun.org or www.irishparade.org
Cost: Please visit our website for more information.
Contact: (314) 241-7287
 
Third Friday at Third Degree Glass
What: Bring your Hottie and hang by the fire. It’s time to snuggle and spark. Our FREE entertainment will get your heart pounding. See glassblowers and their heat defying moves as they create beautiful glass art from glowing globs. Shop for glass gifts in the HotShop Gallery. How about fireside dining Third Degree style? Designing Chefs serve up dinner. Reserve your dinner online $21 plus beverages and tax. Work with our instructors and make a paperweight, a Token of Affection keepsake, or glass beads ($20 - $30). Or sign up to cast your hand in glass. Reservations taken online, limited to five hands ($125). Enjoy a chocolate tasting by Kakao Chocolate. At 8 p.m. put your feet to the beat with tunes by Salt of the Earth. Third Degree East Gallery opens with Hot Color: Paintings by Susan Reis and Childhood Icons: Glass by Cortney Boyd. On view through March 16. Third Fridays are free and family-friendly. Cash bar.
Date: Friday, February 19, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Location: Third Degree Glass Factory 5200 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108 Between Union and Kingshighway
Cost: FREE
Contact: (314) 367-4527
 
Hearts On Fire Passion Party
What: Come to Third Degree Glass Factory for “Hearts On Fire” Passion Party for a free evening of romantic fun. See master artists from the U.S., flown in for this weekend only, create art with torch. Browse the Bead Bazaar for items created by these masters. Make a Token of Affection glass tile with your sweetie. Only $20 - or FREE if you dine at a Saint Louis Originals Restaurant before you come to Third Degree. Bring your receipt. Visit www.stlouisoriginals.com for restaurant members and their locations. Limited offer. At 8 p.m. we heat up the night with After Barbed Wire. Cash bar.
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Location: Third Degree Glass Factory 5200 Delmar Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63108
Cost: FREE
Contact: (314) 367-4527
 
2010 Beggin' Pet Parade and "Tail"gating Party
What: Get ready for one of the largest pet parades in the world! Whether or not your furry friend dresses up, join the thousands of pets as they take over the streets of Soulard to celebrate the 17th annual Beggin’ Pet Parade and “Tail”gating Party on Sunday, Feb. 7th. Pre-register at www.begginpetparade.com or on-site at the corner of Menard and Allen. Cost is $10 with all of the proceeds benefiting the Open Door Animal Sanctuary.
Date: Sunday, February 7, 2010
Time: Registration starts at 10:00 a.m. on the corner of Menard and Allen. Pet Parade will begin at 1:00 p.m. and Cornation Ceremony will be at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Corner of Menard and Allen in Soulard
Cost: $10 registration fee that directly goes to Open Door Animal Sanctuary
Contact: (314) 982-4963
 
A Peter Rabbit Tale
What: Somebody stop that rabbit! Peter causes nothing but trouble with his constant mischief, but when he breaks the rules and steals from Mr. McGregor’s garden, he knows he’s gone too far. Afraid of what his mother might say, it looks like the only option for this little fugitive is to leave his warm rabbit hole and run away into the big world. Join Peter for a musical adventure of new places and new faces as he discovers the importance of family and the wonderful freedom of being yourself.
Date: March 13, 2010
Time: Saturday, March 13 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Location: Heagney Theatre at Nerinx Hall High School, 530 East Lockwood Avenue, Webster Groves
Cost: Ticket prices are $6 per person. All seating is general admission.
Contact: (314) 968-4925
 
Amelia Earhart
What: Watch as history comes to life in this thrilling tale of adventure. The heart takes flight in a journey through the life story of one of America’s most fascinating heroines. A curious reporter begins to uncover the details of Amelia’s mysterious disappearance, wondering “What happened, Amelia?” Travel through American history with newspaper headlines, flashbacks, and the culture, politics and music of the 1930s and ‘40s as your guide to uncovering one of our country’s most well-known unsolved mysteries. The Rep’s Imaginary Theatre Company production of Amelia Earhart is a select performance of the Performing Arts Series at the Missouri History Museum.
Date: March 18–28, 2010
Time: Thursday–Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 3 p.m.
Location: E. Desmond Lee Auditorium at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park, 5700 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis
Cost: Ticket prices are $6 per person ($5 per person for Missouri History Museum members). All seating is general admission. Please note: Tickets for Amelia Earhart are not available through The Rep’s Box Office; you must contact the MHM Box Office.
Contact: (314) 746-4599
 
DockDogs Are Back!
What: Show visitors of all ages will be sure to visit the St. Louis Boat & Sportshow to catch the return of last year’s most popular feature, the nationally known DockDogs competition, February 10-14 at America’s Center and Edward Jones Dome. DockDogs is an exhilarating dog jumping contest where canines from all over the country compete against each other in three separate events, including Big Air®, Speed Retrieval® and Extreme Vertical®. Visitors to the 2010 St. Louis Boat and Sportshow can bring their pooch to the show to compete or simply watch the pros.
Date: February 10 - 14, 2010
Time: Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Thursday: 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: America’s Center and Edward Jones Dome 701 Convention Center Plaza St. Louis, MO 63101
Cost: $9.00 for adults $5.00 for Youth 13-15 years FREE for Children 12 years and under. $14.00 2-day pass (good any two days of the show) E-ticket Family Promotion: Buy three tickets online and receive the fourth ticket FREE. Hockey Fan Day: Wear your favorite St. Louis hockey team fan gear on Friday & Saturday, February 12-13, and receive a $3 discount off your ticket price.
Contact: (312) 946-6256
 
AAUW Branch Speaker: Amy Blouin  
What: Come hear Amy Blouin speak about “The Impact and Update of State Economic and Budget Policy on Missourians.” She is the Executive Director of the Missouri Budget Project, and has a lot of important information to discuss.
Date: February 11, 2010
Time: Coffee and Socializing: 8:45 a.m. Business Meeting: 9:30 a.m. Program: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church 14088 Clayton Road Chesterfield, MO 63017
Cost: Please call for more information.
Contact: (636) 938-3958
 
Eagle Days at the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge  
What: This free public program gives visitors the opportunity to view wintering bald eagles in a natural habitat. New this year will be special presentations on bird photography by local wildlife photographers, Danny Brown and Jim Stokes, each day! Bring your binoculaurs and dress to stay warm.
Date: Every Saturday and Sunday
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge 10950 Riverview Drive
 St. Louis, MO 63137

Cost: Free of charge.
Contact: (314) 416-9930
 
International Adoption Seminar
What: Dillon International, Inc., a licensed, non-profit agency, will hold a comprehensive class addressing the needs and adjustments of newly adopted children and their adoptive families.
Date: Saturday, February 27, 2010
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Dillon International Office One First Missouri Center, Suite 115 St. Louis, MO
Cost: $145 per couple or $110 per single adult; includes lunch, materials and counts for six certified Hague Adoption Education hours.
Contact: (314) 576-4100
 
Kids ArtStart
What: The Rep hosts Kids ArtStart, a free art event, on the first Saturday of each month from October through April. Each Kids ArtStart event gives young children an introduction to the arts in an event that allows families to share the arts experience. Each event takes place at the Loretto-Hilton Center in Webster Groves with local arts organizations and members of the artistic community partnering in the presentations. Additional partners are added throughout the season. Go to http://repstl.org/artstart/ for a complete schedule.
Date: October 3, 2009 - April 3, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Rd., Webster Groves, MO 63119
Cost: FREE
Contact: (314) 968-7340