Though the Tempest Raged, the Show Must Go On
Just a day after the Shakespeare Festival St. Louis held their 25th Anniversary Gala, winds of the devastating May 16, 2025, EF3 tornado swept through Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park. Now, the show must go on. On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, just weeks after the tragedy, lovers of the Bard, legions strong will once again march across the verdant green grass of the forest in the heart of St. Louis. They will come once again, as they have been for 25 years, to see the next quarter century of the Festival begin. The Festival continues through summer.
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Microfinancing African Gala Raised $300,000 at Gala Event But Need Continues
The African Gala, hosted annually by Microfinancing Partners in Africa, was much more than just a fundraising event — it’s was powerful celebration of hope, resilience, and community. On May 3, 2025, the Chase Park Plaza in St. Louis, Missouri, became the epicenter of generosity and inspiration as over 400 passionate supporters gathered to champion the transformative power of microfinance in rural Africa. It was a night of inspiration, impact, and hope that left all who attended energized to make a difference for all that are passionate about poverty alleviation and sustainable development.
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Picking up the Pieces from the Devastating May 16th Tornado
At the Delmar Maker District’s Third Degree Glass on May 16, their team was focused on getting ready for Third Friday. Within seconds of hail starting, a tornado hit their building. Everyone scrambled to get to the nearest safe place, and luckily, everyone was safe. As they emerged, the devastation was all around. A week later, although all is calm, Third Degree Glass and much of the District is still in shambles. Fortunately, inventory was spared and can be purchased at Friday Sidewalk Sales and online.
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Leaping Off Cliffs
When Jerry Schlichter founded the law firm Schlichter, Bogard and Denton (now Schlichter Bogard) in 1989, the intent was to represent the individual, not the corporate entity. Since then, he has gone on to make that pursuit not just words, but reality. He has gone on to tackle the world of 401(k)s and brought a landmark case to reduce fees on behalf of employees and retirees. His Arch Grants program has companies who have generated $1.2 billion in revenues and created jobs. Learn how he has spent decades making a difference.
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Striking New Public Artwork Creates Dialogue in the Delmar Maker District
Soon you will notice striking new public artwork in the Delmar Maker District. The streetscape installation will be turning heads and creating dialogue on Delmar Boulevard now and into the future. The Gateway Foundation was set to unveil the artwork on May 16, but the weather had other plans when the tornado struck that day. Look for “The Rift,” featuring sculptures by Dietrich Klinge. The installation now sits in front of the Craft Alliance at 5080 Delmar Blvd, with a dedication and other activities planned at future date.
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Earth Day 2025 on April 22nd Celebrates Sustainability
Although Earth Day 2025 is officially Tuesday, April 22nd, many people are working or in school. So Earth Day Weekend is the is the time to honor the planet and all the ways to sustain it. Celebrate the earth this year at the river’s bend in Alton at Old Bakery Beer Company on Saturday, April 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. More than 30 regional vendors and earth lovers with gather for an afternoon filled with live music, environmental education, earth-friendly retailers, a native plant sale, great food and drinks, and more.
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Arch Foundation Celebrates National Pet Day Weekend with Annual Arch Bark
Dog lovers are invited to join the Gateway Arch Park Foundation and Purina at Gateway Arch National Park on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free, family-friendly event celebrates the bond between pets and their owners with a group dog walk, fun activities, entertainment, and enjoying stunning views and iconic surroundings of Gateway Arch National Park. Learn more.
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Grand Reopening of Old Courthouse Ushers in New Era
The Gateway Arch National Park and Gateway Arch Park Foundation are having a ribbon-cutting and programming to celebrate the reopening of the Park’s historic Old Courthouse, following only the second major renovation in the building’s history, the Old Courthouse will reopen its doors on May 3, 2025, ushering in a new era of accessibility, educational programming, and community engagement. Learn more.
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Women's History Month Hits a High Note on International Women's Day
Celebrated worldwide this year on Saturday, March 8, International Women’s History Day is celebrated in the middle of March, which is Women’s History Month. The month is dedicated to women’s achievements in social, economic, cultural, and political realms. On March 8, women across the globe stand proudly and metaphorically cry the anthem that singer Helen Reddy made famous in the 1970’s — “I Am Woman.” Learn about the origins of the day and month of the woman.
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Grand Re-Opening of Crown Center Adds Another Jewel in The Firmament of Senior Living
Crown Center for Senior Living, a non-profit affordable senior living and neighborhood community hub, recently celebrated the completion of the first phase of its construction project with a grand re-opening. During the event, attendees were also able to view more than 60 pieces of art donated by Michael Staenberg from his personal collection to be used throughout the new activity center, Staenberg Commons. Learn more.
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African American History Initiative Honors Black History Month at MO History Museum
The Missouri History Museum’s African American History Initiative (AAHI) will be honoring Black History Month in February with a series of events in celebration of Black History Month at the Missouri History Museum. These events are part of the African American History Initiative (AAHI), which strives to promote stories that explore various aspects of the African American experience such as race, music, disability, and geneology.
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Help Needed to Restore One of the Nation’s Best Open Air Museums After Major Vandalism
On the heels of being nominated in USA Today as one of the best Open Air Museum’s in the nation, St. Louis’ own National Museum of Transportation was vandalized causing $20,000 in damages. Vandals painted graffiti on two historic trolley artifacts. These trolleys are used in daily operation providing rides for guests during the operating season. The museum is putting out an urgent call to the community to help restore this nationally recognized local treasure. Details here.
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St. Louis Joins the Nation's Largest Pantless Party for Cupid's Undie Run 2025
On Saturday, February 8, hundreds of people in St. Louis will brave the cold in just their undies during Cupid’s Undie Run, the nation’s largest pantless party and mile(ish) run for charity. The festivities start at noon downtown at Ballpark Village. The run is just the tip of the iceberg, since it is only a “brief” mile. Organizers describe the event this way, “Party, mile run, party. Help us #EndNF by running a mile in your skivvies for charity.” Last year the event raised close to $100,000. Learn more here.
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The Women’s Safe House: A Place to Call Home for Women in Crisis
It is said that it takes a village to make a society strong. Our town showed its solidarity with the most vulnerable as they gathered to raise the roof with generosity at The World’s Fair Pavilion in Forest Park. The Baubles & Bow Ties Gala benefited The Women’s Safe House of St. Louis. In an effort to break the cycle of intimate partner violence that plagues women, thousands of dollars were raised. Many more are needed to keep the sanctuary moving forward. Learn more.
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Embrace the Chill as the 18th Annual Loop Ice Carnival Returns to The Delmar Loop
On January 25th, a day of frosty fun with ice sculptures, live performances, and a dazzling drone show awaits winter lovers in the heart of the Delmar Loop. The 18th Annual Loop Ice Carnival is set to embrace the winter chill from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM in the historic Delmar Loop that day. See for yourself why this is a must-do event to fully experience winter in St. Louis.
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The Gateway Foundation Paves the Way to New Arts Community Members Through Obata Fellowship
The Gateway Foundation is accepting applications for the 2025 Gyo Obata Fellowship. The Fellowship honors the life and legacy of Wash U alum Gyo Obata, one of the most accomplished and influential architects of his generation. The fellowship’s purpose is to create new opportunities for students from backgrounds underrepresented in public arts administration and the community at large. Learn more here about his legacy and how to apply.
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2025 Starts Off HOT with Two Popular Third Friday Events at Third Degree Glass
Ignite your 2025 Friday nights with a visit to Third Degree Glass in the Delmar Maker District. Experience live glassblowing demonstrations, a flame working demo, hands-on kiln experience, premium craft cocktails & full bar, live music, raffles, food from Urban Eats vendors, and rotating seasonal activities. Details here about the first two Third Friday events of 2025.
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Local Socialite Raises $$ from "Wicked" For Good
Local socialite Kelly Bagwe held a charity benefit a day ahead of the world-wide ‘Wicked’ premiere. Dubbed, “Are YOU A GOOD WITCH OR A BAD WITCH?”, guests arrived dressed to the nines, decked out in stunning pink or black and green. Fans thronged to St. Louis’ Chase Park Plaza Theater as either Galinda, as Glinda The Good Witch is called in much of the film, or as Elphaba, the soon-to-be Wicked Witch of the West. Pink taffeta flowed, green make-up and billowing black capes filled the theater. Learn more here about how Kelly’s efforts turned “Wicked” to good for a local women and children’s charity.
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St. Louis Christmas Carols Association Spreads Holiday Joy at Missouri History Museum Sing-a-Long
It’s Christmastime at the Missouri History Museum and time to spread the joy of the season. Join the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association for a festive concert and community sing-along on Thursday, December 12th, 6:30-8pm. Learn more here.
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A Sophisticated Guide to Holiday Season 2024
Did you know that since 1900, the first night of Hanukkah has fallen on Christmas Day five times: 1910, 1921, 1959, 2005, and 2024? The next time it will happen is in 2035 and then again in 2054. This means that ‘tis the season for holiday shopping and holiday activities for the vast majority. Here we have compiled a big list of things to make your holidays merry and bright, no matter your affiliation. Time to get out and celebrate St. Louis the sophisticated way. Learn more.
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