St. Louis’s Central West End came alive on May 1 as art and chess lovers alike gathered to celebrate the vibrant opening of Charles Houska: Master of Play at the World Chess Hall of Fame. The event marked the launch of a joyful, immersive retrospective honoring beloved local pop artist Charles “Charlie” Houska. Guests were treated to an evening of color, creativity, and community as they explored more than 75 works spanning Houska’s 30+ year career. Master of Play is on view through April 5, 2026.
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreWhen 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.
Read MoreThe Missouri Chamber Music Festival presents Season 15: the spirit that moves us June 9 - 20, 2025. The four concerts of the festival take a look at the spirit behind inspiration. What sparks them to create, express themselves and connect? MOCM Festival artists share diverse programs relating to this theme. Works by Olivier Messiaen, Debussy, Turina take center stage, including the world premiere performance of “Hey Mr. Drummachine Man” by composer Eric Moe for drumset and piano. Concerts take place at Wash U. and Webster University.
Read MoreSoon 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.
Read MoreThe Armstrongs purchased the house with the intent of tearing it down and rebuilding — which is exactly what they did. One of the challenges was to create a new house that looked old, like it always belonged in the confines of the well-established Ladue neighborhood. The Armstrongs commissioned Amie Corley of Amie Corley Interiors to design their new house. She did her best to recreate the feel of bright, cloudless skies and warm, balmy breezes — with a dash of Miami splash. The result was that the homeowners get to live on the beach while they live in St. Louis.
Read MoreIn some ways, Fashion Group International St. Louis’ Watch Party outshone the NYC extravaganza with its homegrown originality. 150 local fashionistas showed up and showed out at the Ritz Carlton in tandem with the Met Gala in NYC on May 5th. Unlike the Big Apple’s event, the St. Louis rendition had a runway fashion show featuring the best of the best. Feast upon the pics here from the evening’s buffet of Superfine: Tailoring Black Style inspired by the Black Dandy. It truly was THE Red Carpet event of the year.
Read MoreClementine’s is Missouri’s only micro-creamery. It now has eight locations in St. Louis and will soon expand to Kansas City. To celebrate, for its 10th birthday, Clementine’s has cut a record. A limited-edition vinyl record filled with original songs about ice cream written and recorded by St. Louis artists will launch May 13. “Songs About Ice Cream: Tasty Trax on Wax” will be available for purchase at all Clementine’s locations (excluding Kirkwood) as well as clementinescreamery.com. Celebrate with week-long events May 12-17.
Read MoreSt. Louis Public Radio’s SOLD OUT 2025 Hear the Future celebration and fundraising event Friday, May 2nd at the Four Seasons-St. Louis was both a fantastic event and an opportunity for passionate public radio supporters to come together to address the threats to public media. It raised nearly half a million dollars and was attended by 400 ardent supporters. If federal funding is cut for the coming fiscal year, STLPR will need to raise an additional half-a-million dollars annually. Donations can be made anytime at stlpr.org.
Read MoreClimbing from usher almost 30 years ago, like mountain of stairs at the theater, to President and CEO of the Muny, Kwafe Coleman has risen. He now leads the charge for the world renowned St. Louis Muny Theater in Forest Park. Built in 1915, the amphitheater holds 11,000 neighbors, and has the distinction of having 1,500 free seats, and produces Broadway-level musicals each summer. Read here how this first-generation Ghanian from Bellefontaine Neighbors in North County hoists the banner for the storied St. Louis institution.
Read MoreFor Tamara Keefe, the founder, CEO and self-described “Flavor Temptress” behind Clementine’s Naughty & Nice Ice Cream, ice cream is something far more profound than a simple sweet indulgence. To her, it is a vehicle for connection, a channel for transformation and an art form that has redefined what it means to follow your passion. Read here how she traded the corporate rat race for going back to her childhood roots — ice cream as a way of bringing people together.
Read MoreGrab your hats & cheer for your horses for Kentucky Derby Day, this year held on Saturday, May 3rd. If you can’t hop a flight to Louisville, and don’t want to sit on your couch to watch on TV, here are some ways to get out and about to Watch Parties in St. Louis to enjoy the 151st Run for the Roses and sport your finest Derby hat.
Read MoreGet ready to take a scoop of goodness from all that life has to offer as the calendar turns and presents yet another May, and then another June to us. Leaf through the pages of our May/June issue, either here digitally, or physically, once it arrives on your doorstep. See life through the prism of opulence with which many of us are blessed. No matter how much bad news you hear, always remember that like the mouthwatering treat you see on the current cover of our magazine, we live in the land of milk and honey with the world’s largest economy and all that comes from it. Life is good. Following are samplings that await in the pages of our new issue.
Read MoreMay will be poppin’ with music and peppered with people as the popular concert series Twilight Thursdays returns to the Missouri History Museum. To get things started, the Missouri Historical Society will dedicate the newly renovated Edward and Margaret Imo Family Plaza on the morning of May 1st and continue concerts with food, fun and more through month’s end. Details here in the article.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered what happens when the Zoo closes and the keepers go home for the night? Well ... what if the animals put on their very own Shakespearean performance?! That’s exactly what will happen this summer when The Saint Louis Zoo partners with St. Louis Shakespeare Festival for a wildly fun, original production of “Romeo & Zooliet” to the Zoo this summer. Learn about how you can get tickets and watch as a little zoological Broadway meets the Bard.
Read MoreLion + Owl is a pioneering kids’ apparel company based in St. Louis, MO, that designs and manufactures innovative clothes kids feel good wearing. Kids want the freedom to play, explore, and express themselves comfortably. L+O designs are thoughtfully created to make getting dressed a fun and a confidence-boosting experience. From playful colors to cozy, sensory-friendly textures, their pieces are made to fit kids’ lives — not the other way around. Learn more about how they are redefining kids’ apparel for the nation right in your backyard.
Read MoreWhen We First is a unique, first-of-its-kind full concierge matchmaking service and dating app with innovative features and a human touch, blending the two worlds of matchmaking and technology in a way that’s never been done before. It is the only dating app to create a seamless value ladder. Through the ‘Human Button,’ customers can request real-time support, guidance, and encouragement—going beyond AI chats to connect with real experts behind the scenes. The app is available for download in St. Louis now, with concierge services on the horizon.
Read MoreChâteau Elan Winery and Resort, in the rolling foothills of North Georgia, is a driveable destination with an "across the pond" ambiance. If you are a wine devotee, tours and tastings are available daily, including a behind-the-scenes tour of the winery and production rooms. Château Elan Winery and Resort has mastered a blend of luxurious accommodations, a wide selection of varied activities, and sumptuous cuisine always nearby. It is worth the trip across the pond.
Read MoreA proposed funding freeze could slash nearly $6.5 billion in international aid to the Sub Saharan Africa — drastically reducing access to food, shelter, and medical services in refugee camps and already vulnerable communities. In the face of an escalating humanitarian funding crisis, Microfinancing Partners in Africa is stepping up as it hosts its 19th Annual African Gala at the Chase Park Plaza in St. Louis to raise crucial support. The Gala will be held Saturday, May 3rd.
Read MoreThe World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries, the leading chess cultural center in the country, will present “Charles Houska: Master of Play,” a joyful and colorful retrospective celebrating the vibrant, whimsical world of Charles “Charlie” Houska—one of Saint Louis’s most beloved and iconic pop artists. This unique collection reflects his lifetime cannon of work, and will be on view from May 1, 2025, through April 5, 2026. This exhibition marks the artist’s 60th birthday and the 25th anniversary of his Central West End-based Houska Gallery.
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