Dan Brassil

Art in Bloom
2020-03-06 - 2020-03-08 | St. Louis Art Museum, 1 Fine Arts Dr, St Louis, MO, MO, United States
Art in Bloom, the Museum’s annual celebration of flowers and fine art, returns March 6–8, 2020. Dozens of works from the Museum’s collection will be imaginatively interpreted through floral design by the region’s most talented florists. In addition to the floral displays, the free festival includes floral presentations and lectures, family activities, dining, and shopping.

Centennial Beer Festival
2020-02-28 - 2020-02-29 | Moulin Events, 2017 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63103, United States
A week-long celebration of events highlighting the rich beer history of the Centennial Malt House and the St. Louis region.
Held at Moulin Events, 2017 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis
There has been much development in our local beer scene in the past decade and the Centennial Beer Festival has worked hard to reflect those changes. Since year one we have incorporated more local and regional breweries, now taking up the entire second floor to more than 35 at last count. Last year was the first we had to turn away breweries because of space consideration. The choices of domestic craft breweries available in St. Louis has also ballooned and that is not forgotten either as we have expanded that selection to more than 80.
Years ago there were fewer than 10 major local beer festivals and now there can be that many in a one month span. To that end we have had to continue to build and grow. What used to be a one session tasting has grown to include many nights of celebration; On Monday you can join the St. Louis Brewers Guild with a chance to hear the latest information about what is going on with the 60+ guild members. Maybe something more holistic, how about Yoga buzz with some beer tasting as a reward for the hard work?
Beer is great to pair with food and our Brewmaster’s dinner puts that sentiment front and center featuring a local brewery with past hosts reading as the who’s who of St. Louis Brewers. The Home Brewer’s competition on Friday reflects the grassroots of the beer revolution and the VIP Saturday sessions are a direct result of those looking for a chance to sample the myriad of reserve, vintage and special release beers now available. We grew so much, we added space to the festival floor until we now have more than 50 different tasting tables covering over 20,000 square feet in the restored Schnaider Brewery Malt House.
And all along our goal was the quality of the experience versus the quantity of the number of guests. We limit ticket sales and although frustrating to turn guests away, we don’t want your experience to be driven by standing in line. We also purchase the beer and even though some of the proceeds go to the Foodbank for all of their help volunteering, we knew that if we wanted to have the best beer, we needed to pay the brewers for their best.
All this could not have been possible without the breweries and distributors who we consider part of our ever growing family. They put in tireless hours loading, setting up, serving and most importantly spending time with us to share their beers. These people are the real part of the festival that makes it unique, the people behind the booth with the expertise.
So take a look at the schedule of events and whether you join us for something new like the Brewers Brunch at Vin de Set or one of the tasting sessions, thank you for taking time on a winter’s day to celebrate what the St. Louis Beer scene is all about. After all without you riding along for the past decade, we would not be able to host you during our favorite festival of the year.

Soulard Pet Parade
2020-02-16 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | 12th and Allen, 12th and Allen, Saint Louis, 63104
Sunday, February 16
Registration: 10:00 am
Parade: 1:00 pm
Begins at 12th and Allen
See map below for complete parade route
Registration Fee: $10 donation
Free for spectators to watch the parade
At the world’s largest costumed pet parade, we combine all the fun of Mardi Gras with all the AWWWWs that the most adorable parade participants deserve. It is free to watch and easy to head straight to the Taste of Soulard or Wiener Dog Derby after the parade wraps up.
If you have a precious pet who belongs in the parade, register your furry friend beforehand online or on the day of the event at 12th and Allen so you both can strut your stuff in style. The best dressed pets will be selected as members of the Court of the Mystical Krewe of Barkus and will be invited to the Coronation Pageant at Soulard Market Park where the King and Queen of Barkus will be crowned.
All proceeds from the Purina Pet Parade will go to benefit Open Door Animal Sanctuary.
Parade Route
Parade route is in orange on the map in Maps and Parking

Orchid Nights
2020-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63110, United States
Experience the Orchid Show in a whole new light! Enjoy exclusive lighted viewings of the orchid displays, sip and sample libations and take in live music. Cash bar and small bites available for purchase. Attendees must be at least 21 years old.

Participating vendors:
Edg-Cliff Winery
Purus Vodka
Saint James Winery
Square One Brewery & Distillery
StilL 630 Distillery
Switchgrass Spirit

Admission
$15 Garden members
$20 nonmembers

Science on Tap
2020-02-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Saint Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Avenue, Saint Louis, 63110, United States
Explore the science of brewing, bottling, and imbibing.
Get a taste for science, beer, and brewing at our annual event for adults ages 21 and up. Featuring more than 100 beer tastings, science demonstrations, music, tasting plates, and more.
Interact with brewers as they discuss their unique brews and beer making process, learn the science behind brewing from Science Center educators and hands-on activities, and enjoy an energetic atmosphere with music and presentations.

Run for the Chocolate 5K
2020-02-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Bissingers’ New Home on The Hill, 5025 Pattison Ave, Saint Louis, MO, 63110, United States
The perfect pairing for all runners and walkers is set for February 8th, 2020…Run for the Chocolate! This fun 5K run/walk returns to the the historic streets of St. Louis to spice up Valentine’s weekend for couples and singles alike. The race will be a chocolate extravanganza complete with customized chocolate finisher medals, chocolate goody bags and water stops and over 125 gallons of hot cocoa from St. Louis’ premier chocolatier, Bissingers. This race is its own little Valentine’s Day getaway for runners and walkers!

First Friday at the Science Center - The Mighty Ducks
2020-02-07 18:00 - 23:30 | Saint Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Avenue, Saint Louis, 63110, United States
Geek out on the first Friday of every month!
Learn the real science behind science fiction at our First Fridays events! Each month has a different theme, features free hands-on activities and culminates with a free 10pm screening of a classic science fiction move in the OMNIMAX® Theater. First Friday favorites like public telescope viewings, scifi trivia and special prices for OMNIMAX® films are a staple at every event. Tickets for the free 10pm show are available starting at 6pm on the evening of the First Friday event and are distributed on a first come, first served basis.
First Friday activities such as our presentations, sci-fi trivia, 10pm sci-fi film, etc. are primarily designed for adults and recommended for audiences 16 years and older. Our public telescope viewings and free 7pm Planetarium show are recommended for all ages.
February 7th: The Mighty Ducks
It’s flying V time. Come celebrate the science and excitement of sports. How do athletes train to be the best and what toll do sport injuries really take on the human body? Why does the amount of air in a football make such a difference? Answers to these questions and so much more await. End your night with a free screening of The Mighty Ducks in the OMNIMAX® Theater. #FridayGeekOut
Know before you go:
Please arrive early and plan ahead for parking. We will have $5 preferred parking in the Oakland Lot. Members can park in the Oakland Lot for free.*
Free parking will be available in the McDonnell Planetarium lot and around the Planetarium in Forest Park.

SLAM Underground: Repeat
2020-01-31 19:00 - 22:00 | St. Louis Art Museum, 1 Fine Arts Dr, St Louis, MO, MO, United States
Repeat after us: SLAM Underground is back! We’re taking our inspiration from the exhibition Javanese Batik Textiles and kicking off 2020 with a party dedicated to patterns. Put on your boldest outfit featuring your favorite design and join us on the last Friday of January for art, music, gallery games, and cocktails.
Featuring a performance by JazzRap collective LOOPRAT

Maplewood Sweet Tooth Tour
2020-01-25 12:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Maplewood
Discover the sweeter side of Maplewood. Enjoy an afternoon walking through Historic Downtown Maplewood while indulging in samplings of hand-crafted sweets from 15 food purveyors.
Discover the sweeter side of Maplewood. Enjoy an afternoon walking through Historic Downtown Maplewood while indulging in samples of hand-crafted sweets from our restaurants and food purveyors.
Tickets are limited!
How does the tour work?
This is a self-guided tour but check-in is required. Ticket holders will need to check-in the day of the event to receive their Sweet Tooth Tour Pass. There is a unique sweet sampling at each stop. You can go at your own pace and choose your own route. You just need your pass to participate. All of the stops are listed on the pass with their address.
Details regarding check-in will be emailed to ticket holders.
There are 15 destinations and some destinations are serving caffeinated products and alcohol, please use your discretion when deciding whether or not you wish to bring your child.
We know your dog won’t like this answer but we don’t recommend bringing your dog. Dogs are not permitted into food shops or restaurants so this could prove problematic in navigating the event. Leave your dog at home but pick-up a treat for them at Airedale Antics and they will be very happy to see you when you come home.

Loop Ice Carnival
2020-01-18 - 2020-01-19 | University City Loop
The Loop Ice Carnival kick-offs with the Snow Ball at the Moonrise Hotel on January 17. Enjoy two days of family fun events and activities Saturday, January 18 and January 19.
Family fun activities return this year throughout the Delmar Loop
Ice Carving Sculptures
Ice Carving Demonstrations
Ice Slides
Temporary Tattoo Scavenger Hunt
Carnival Rides
Wacky Trike Races
Roof Top Skate Park at the Moonrise Hotel, 6177 Delmar
Look for new activities and Loop Ice Carnival After Dark this year! Details available soon!
Schlafly Beer Instagram Photo Hunt
Ketel One Bar Games
“This Cup was made for Star Walking”, specially priced cup will offer sponsored beverages and benefit the St. Louis Walk of Fame at the same time.
Loop Ice Carnival After Dark: (only on Saturday January 19th), an illuminated tour of 30 of the unique and creative ice sculptures.

Schlafly Cabin Fever Festival
2020-01-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Schlafly Bottleworks, 7260 Southwest Ave. , Maplewood, MO, 63143, United States
Bundle up and raise a beer in the middle of Winter. Join us for an afternoon of big music, big beers and big fun outside at Schlafly Bottleworks on Saturday, January 11! Cabin Fever celebrates beer with more than 40+ of your favorite styles, guaranteed to warm you up!
This festival is for the true winter warriors, as we bundle up outside and melt away those winter blues! But don’t worry, there’s plenty of bonfires, piping hot comfort foods and our heated patio.
LIVE MUSIC FROM:
Noon – 4pm: Falling Fences
TASTING TICKET: ($35 advanced/$40 day of)
Includes unlimited Schlafly Beer samples from Noon-4pm, commemorative tasting glass and full access to festival grounds including live music, food for purchase and more beer.

First Friday at the Science Center - Star Wars
2020-01-03 18:00 - 22:00 | Saint Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Avenue, Saint Louis, 63110, United States
Geek out on the first Friday of every month!
Step into a galaxy far, far away. Experience special photo ops and costume characters from the 501st Legion and learn about Star Wars science from Dr. Patrick Johnson, author of The Physics of Star Wars. Begin or end your evening with a showing of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in the OMNIMAX® Theater at a special First Friday price! #FridayGeekOut
Know before you go:
Please arrive early and plan ahead for parking. We will have $5 preferred parking in the Oakland Lot. Members can park in the Oakland Lot for free.*
Free parking will be available at the Forest Park Community College garage near the intersection of Oakland and Macklind and free parking in the McDonnell Planetarium lot and around the Planetarium in Forest Park.
*Members must present their membership card to receive free parking.
What is First Friday?
Unless otherwise noted by the , all activities are FREE! All items marked with a require tickets. Tickets for free screenings available at any box office, starting at 6pm.
Not to Be Missed!
6-9pm, Campus Wide
Heroes of the Resistance Building-Wide Game
Step into the role of a Resistance hero and complete your mission to earn your medal (while supplies last). Start at the First Friday Info Table on the First Floor.
8:00pm, OMNIMAX/2
The Physics of Star Wars with Dr. Patrick Johnson
Photo ops, Campus Wide
Explore the building to picture yourself in Star Wars settings, brought to you by the 501st Legion. You will even find some familiar characters along the way.
Ongoing Activities, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
First Floor-1
Visit the Droid Workshop, featuring the St. Louis R2 Builders, in the Life Science Lab Classroom.
Test your aim at Blast a Trooper and shop from local artist and crafters.
Check out Star Wars games from Game Nite (GROW Meeting Room).
Lower Level-LL
Pose in the trash compactor and shop from local artists and crafters in the Jakku Marketplace (May Hall).
Strike your best pose at the Death Star hallway photo op or in the Emperor’s Throne
GROW Pavilion-1
Check out local game developers to try out a new game.
Pose by a rebel ship photo op background.
Second Floor-2
Take a picture in front of Cloud City and shop from out-of-this-world artists and crafters.
OMNIMAX/The Loft-2
Don’t miss the real lightsaber and Stormtrooper helmet props used in filming the Star Wars episodes in the OMNIMAX Lobby.
Planetarium-2
Take a photo with a half-scale TIE Fighter and to-scale Snowspeeder.
Test out the Blue Motion Simulators, the I-360 Interactive Flight Simulators, and our Virtual Reality Transporter (cost varies by activity).
See the night sky with Public Telescope Viewings by the St. Louis Astronomical Society, beginning at 7:00 PM on Archery Field(weather permitting).
Discover more about space exploration with St. Louis Space Frontier, The Moon Society and other astronomical groups.
Learn about robotics with the Webster Groves High School Statesbots Robotics Team.
Scheduled Activities
4:00 PM, OMNIMAX/2
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
See the new movie at our First Friday discounted rate: $11.95. (2019, 141 minutes)
MOVIE TRAILER
6:30pm, GROW Classroom/1
Star Wars Cross Stitch!
Discover the basics of cross stitch by making a simple Star Wars design. Patterns will be available for beginners as well as more advanced levels. Classes last 20 minutes and run every half hour beginning at 6:30pm. $5 for non-members, $2 for members. All materials provided.
7:00pm, Energy Stage/LL
LudoSport Lightsaber Demonstrations
Come watch members of the St. Louis club give demonstrations of this lightsaber combat martial art. Learn more about the sport and how you can get involved.
7:00 PM, Planetarium/2
Planetarium Show: Live Sky Tonight
Free! (45 minutes)
7:00 PM, T-Rex/LL
First Friday Trivia with special guest host, Max Foizey
Registration begins at 6:00 PM and limited to 15 teams of up to 6 people.
8:00pm, Energy Stage/LL
Meet the Legions
Learn about the Star Wars Costuming groups—the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, Mandalorian Mercs, and R2 Builders—including what they do and how to join the ranks of the local chapters.
8:00 PM, OMNIMAX/2
Special Presentation: The Physics of Star Wars
Have you ever wondered how the Death Star works? How shields can stop artillery, but droids can walk right through? This talk will offer possible explanations of these scenes and more. This will be an enjoyable talk for anybody who is a fan of Star Wars, physics, or both.
8:15 PM, Planetarium/2
Planetarium Show: Worlds of Star Wars
Join us for a star show that will explore our backyard skies to search for real-life counterparts of worlds in Star Wars. Free! (30 minutes)
9:00 PM, Energy Stage/LL
Geek Universe Live! Radio Show
Hosted by Jim Yelton
9:00pm, Energy Stage/LL
Galactic Fashion Show, hosted by Archon
A fashion show featuring costumes created by you! Sign up by 8:30pm at the Archon Table (Main Building/First Floor)
9:30pm, Planetarium/2
The Prequels Strike Back: A Fan’s Journey Documentary
(2018, 80 minutes, not rated, contains brief language)

Kwanzaa at the Garden
2019-12-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63110, United States
Kwanzaa is a Swahili term that means “first fruits,” and this contemporary African-American holiday centers around the feast table of the harvest. A Kwanzaa ceremony highlights a day of storytelling, craft and jewelry displays, and authentic African drumming and musical performances.
12-4 p.m.: Kwanzaa crafts, jewelry and stamps available for purchase from the following vendors: Ajanaku Jewelry, Mama Katambwa’s Boutique, Renata’s African Influences and the US Postal Service
1-2:15 p.m.: Kwanzaa Ceremony
Included with Garden admission

Chanukah: Festival of Lights
2019-12-22 12:00 - 16:00 | Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63110, United States
A traditional Jewish holiday celebration that includes festive Israeli music and dance, a menorah-lighting ceremony and Chanukah merchandise provided by local vendors and the Garden Gate Shop.
Included with Garden admission

Art Museum Winter Festival
2019-12-14 - 2019-12-15 | St. Louis Art Museum, 1 Fine Arts Dr, St Louis, MO, MO, United States
Make the season merry and bright at Winter Celebrations! This family-friendly extravaganza of performances, art activities, and festivities is inspired by the warmth of the season and traditions from around the world. Drop in for performances by community groups, art activities with your little ones, and much more during this special two-day festival.
Saturday, December 14th
Create Lab
10–4 pm, Grigg Gallery
Make a festive holiday decoration.
Give Lab
10–4 pm, Concourse
Make a seasonal card to lift someone’s spirits. Cards made on Saturday will be donated to BJC Hospice.
TapSnap Photobooth
12–2 pm, Sculpture Hall
Snap a fun memory with the whole family in our seasonal greenscreen photobooth.
Family Member Holiday Lounge
1–3 pm, Education Center
Family-level Members and above can enjoy refreshments and storytelling.
Performances
Confluence Chamber Orchestra: The Snowy Day
11 am, The Farrell Auditorium
Dance Center of Kirkwood
12:15 pm, Sculpture Hall
Dances of India
1:15 pm, Sculpture Hall
Afriky Lolo
2 pm, The Farrell Auditorium
St. Louis Christmas Carols Association
3:15 pm, Sculpture Hall
Sunday, December 15th
Create Lab
10 am–4 pm, Grigg Gallery
Make a festive holiday decoration.
Give Lab
10 am–4 pm, Concourse
Make a seasonal card to lift someone’s spirits. Cards made on Sunday will be donated to The Women’s Safe House.
TapSnap Photobooth
12–2 pm, Sculpture Hall
Snap a fun memory with the whole family in our seasonal photobooth.
Cookie Decorating
1–4 pm, Education Center
Design your own tasty work of art on a holiday cookie. All supplies provided.
Performances
Confluence Chamber Orchestra: The Snowy Day
11 am, The Farrell Auditorium
Staam A Cappella
12:15 pm, Sculpture Hall
Hispanic Festival, Inc.
1:15 pm, Sculpture Hall
St. Louis Osuwa Taiko
2:15 pm, The Farrell Auditorium
Normandy High School Jazz Band
3:15 pm, Sculpture Hall
Design your own tasty work of art on a holiday cookie with Panorama’s Executive Chef Ivy Magruder. All supplies provided.
Community Showcase
Sculpture Hall
11:15 am: Webster Groves High School Jazz Band perform holiday tunes.
12:15 pm: Staam a Cappella from Washington University in St. Louis perform Hebrew and Jewish music.
1:15 pm: Hispanic Festival Inc. perform traditional dance and music from Latin America
3:15 pm: Normandy High School Jazz Band perform musical hits.
Performance
2:15-3 pm
The Farrell Auditorium
St. Louis Osuwa Taiko perform Japanese drumming.

Lafayette Square Holiday Parlor Tour
2019-12-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Lafayette Square, 2023 Lafayette Ave , St Louis, MO, 63104, United States
TOUR DETAILS
Experience the wonder of the holiday season by touring Lafayette Square on Sunday, Dec. 8 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The self-guided Holiday Parlor Tour begins at the Park House, 2023 Lafayette, where tour-goers pick up their tickets, starting at 9:30 am. This year’s tour features unique homes, including Victorian-era “painted ladies” and two apartments in a beautifully renovated historic building that once housed canvas awnings and mops. Visitors are also in for a musical treat; singers from Opera Theatre St. Louis will perform songs of the season at one of the tour homes.
The day-long celebration includes a Holiday Market in the Fountain Plaza on Park Avenue where visitors can shop for unique gifts, art, Lafayette Square merchandise, and sample delicious offerings from Lafayette Square’s top-rated restaurants. A feature not to be missed in the market is special guest, Santa! Tour-goers can also ride in a horse-drawn carriage through beautiful Lafayette Park.
A trolley is available to transport tour-goers around the neighborhood.
Tickets are $25 per person in advance and can be purchased online here. A limited number of day of tour tickets are $30 per person. Children under 12 are free.
The Lafayette Square Holiday Parlor Tour is presented by the Lafayette Square Restoration Committee (LSRC), a non-profit neighborhood organization, which seeks to facilitate the preservation and redevelopment of Lafayette Square, respecting its special historic character and enhancing its overall livability.

Central West End Window Walk
2019-12-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Central West End, Saint Louis, MO, 63108, United States
Experience the magic of the holidays at the Central West End’s annual Window Walk, now in its 9th year.
Window Walk is a month-long celebration highlighting the many wonderful attributes of the holidays in the CWE, with Holiday fun every Saturday in December. Visitors are invited to stroll amidst elegantly decorated windows while shopping at boutiques, enjoying seasonal libations and delicious meals at local restaurants.
The Central West End Business Community Improvement District will collect toys and blankets for our Window Walk sponsor, Shriner’s Hospital St. Louis, this year. Drop off your donations at the gift wrapping station at the intersection of Maryland and Euclid.
Window Walk takes place on December 7, 14 & 21 | 1-5 p.m.
-Window Viewing
-Ice Carving
-Complimentary Carriage Rides
-Free S’mores and Kettle Corn
-Holiday Street Performers
-Complimentary Gift Wrapping
-Caroling and Live Music
-Visits with Santa
-Face Painting & Balloons
-1764 Public House:
-Enjoy a warm drink from their outside bar!
-The Candle Fusion Studio:
-Guess that Scent: Put your holiday nose to the test! The Candle Fusion Studio is hosting a scent guessing game for children and adults. Stop in, smell, guess and win a prize!
-For every $25 purchase, receive a $5 off gift card.
-Create 3 custom fragrance products and get the 4th free. Candles, wax tarts, room & body sprays, reed diffusers and spa salts. Mix and match to your heart’s content!
-Gamlin Whiskey House:
-Stop by their Spirits Tasting Booth, right outside the restaurant.
-Golden Grocer:
-Offering organic gluten free, vegan hot chocolate with vegan marshmallows, with any purchase in December.
-Left Bank Books:
-They are celebrating “Take Your Child to a Bookstore Day,” featuring special activities and giveaways!
-You’re invited to the Left Bank Books Winter Friends Sale! Friends with a paid Publisher or Editor membership enjoy 25% OFF nearly* everything in the store!
-Go on a blind date with a book! For a donation of any amount to the Left Bank Books Foundation, choose a wrapped mystery book (with a few helpful context clues) to take home with you!
-MaryAnn’s Tea Room:
-They will be holding a weekly drawing for High Tea for Two. Be sure to stop by and register for your chance to win!
-Paul Mitchell The School St. Louis:
-The Future Professionals will be doing a Braid Bar for the children!
–Q Boutique:
-20% off regular price merchandise (in-store only)
-Rush Bowls:
-Enjoy complimentary Holiday Peanut Butter Balls in store.
-Straub’s:
-Children are invited to decorate their own Christmas Cookies!
-TechArtista:
-Join TechArtista for their Closing Reception and Artist Talk of Drawing Within, Drawing Without, curated by Jeremy Rabus. Take in the art one last time, and enjoy coffee and other light refreshments.
-Treats Unleashed:
-They’ll be offering free fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies for you, as well as free treat samples for your furry friends!
-Warby Parker:
-Enjoy Kaldi’s coffee and sugar cookies.
-World Chess Hall of Fame & St. Louis Chess Club:
-Enjoy complimentary candy canes, milk, cookies and more!
-Holiday on the Plaza- 1:00-5:00 p.m.
-Holiday Tree Lighting- 5:00 p.m.

Kirkwood Candy Cane Hunt
2019-12-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Kirkwood Park, 111 S Geyer Rd, Kirkwood, MO, 63122, United States
Reindeer have been busy hiding candy canes in Kirkwood Park. Some have prizes attached to them. Kids can come early to decorate a hunting bag. The hunt starts at 10 a.m., on Saturday, Dec. 7, and after the hunt, kids can take pictures with Santa and enjoy some hot chocolate.
$5/child if pre-registered by December 6 at 5:00 pm. $10 walk-up registration
In Kirkwood Park at the Sugar Creek Pavilion.

International Institute Holiday Bazaar
2019-12-07 - 2019-12-08 | The International Institute’s Gym, 3401 Arsenal St., St. Louis, MO, 63118, United States
Happy Holidays • Felices Fiestas • Joyeuses Fêtes • Eid Wanaagsan • Frohe Feiertage • Sretan Praznik • Buone FesteKick off your holiday shopping with unique treasures from local artisans and crafters at the 5th Annual Holiday Bazaar. Featuring an array of globally-inspired arts and crafts, festivities will also include a kids’ craft area, hot drinks and St. Louis food trucks.
Support local entrepreneurs and find that distinctive holiday gift you’ve been searching for!
When: December 7-8
Time: 10 am – 5 pm each day
Cost: No entry fee, but support the International Institute by donating $5 for a raffle ticket.
Where: The International Institute’s Gym, 3401 Arsenal St., St. Louis, MO 63118

Maplewood Christmas Tree Walk
2019-12-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Maplewood
The Maplewood Chamber of Commerce’s Christmas Tree Walk is Friday, December 6th.
From costumed carolers to horse drawn carriage rides, the Maplewood Christmas Tree Walk radiates holiday spirit that is reminiscent of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol!
After the grand lighting of the tree and the arrival of Santa, visitors can enjoy a carriage ride and sip hot chocolate while visiting merchant open houses throughout Maplewood. Business storefronts will be decked out for the season with many featuring live entertainment, complimentary refreshments and special discounts throughout the evening.
Where: Kick off in Citizens National Bank Park (7300 Manchester Rd. – Corner of Manchester and Marshall) and continues throughout Maplewood.
When: December 6, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost to Attend: Event is free.
Carriage Rides:
$5/ Groups of 1-4
$10/Groups of 5-8
PARKING
Street parking and public lots are free. Please do not park in private lots. We recommend street parking on Sutton Blvd. (South of Hazel), Manchester Ave., or in one of the following lots:
Marietta Parking Lot: Located behind the 7300 block businesses-Access from Manchester to Marshall South, to Marietta West.
Bellevue Parking Lot: Northwest corner of Bellevue and Manchester.
Merchant Open Houses (Updated Frequently)
Airedale Antics (7316 Manchester Rd.)
781-PETS (7387), www.airedaleantics.com
Pet photos with Santa. New assortment of toys and treats.
Bee Naturals (7192 Manchester Rd.)
261-4077, www.beenaturals.com
Free gift with a $25 purchase & Gift Card Drawing.
Boardwalk Waffles & Ice Cream
(7326B Manchester Rd.)
449-1209, www.boardwalkwaffles.com
Holiday gift cards available.
Boogaloo (7344 Manchester Rd.)
645-4803, www.boogaloostlouis.com
Swing on by for our drink specials.
Citizen’s National Bank
(7305 Manchester Rd.)
645-0666, www.cnbstl.com
Visit with Santa Claus and train display.
Concordia Lutheran Church
(7291 Sarah Ave.)
647-1215, www.concordiamaplewood.org
Serving hot chocolate, hot dogs and cookies.
Crossroads Presbyterian Fellowship
(2640 Oakview Terrace)
973-9237, www.crossroadspres.com
Voting for Gingerbread House Contest. Hot Chocolate provided by Joe’s Place and Restrooms open to the public.
Elements of Design Studio
(2718 Sutton Blvd.)
706-4671, www.elementsofdesignstudio.com
One of a kind holiday gifts & a unique holiday photo opportunity.
Encore Baking Company (2730 Sutton Blvd.)
832-4303, www.encorebaking.com
Open house & samples.
Escape From St. Louis (7403 Manchester Rd.)
202-8880, www.escapefromstl.com
Get your team together and see if you have what it takes to ESCAPE!
Foundation Grounds (7298 Manchester Rd.)
833-6460, www.foundationgrounds.com
Hot chocolate & cookies for kids and seasonal lattes available for adults.
Get The Word Out (7405 Manchester Rd.)
368-8184, gtwomissions.org
20% off Christmas Ornaments.
Kakao Chocolate (7272 Manchester Rd.)
645-4446, www.kakaochocolate.com
Samples & Demonstrations!
Larder & Cupboard (7310 Manchester Rd.)
300-8995, www.larderandcupboard.com
Holiday Open House featuring demos & samples from artisan producers.
Maven Bath & Candle Co.
(7290 Manchester Rd.)
645-1155, www.mavenstl.com
Free Maven canvas bag with $50 purchase.
Maya Café (2726 Sutton Blvd.)
781-4774, www.mayacafestl.com
Food & drink specials.
Mystic Valley (7241 Manchester Rd.)
645-3336, www.mysticvalleyonline.com
10% off purchases, free gift, $5 readings and coffee bar samples.
NHB Knifeworks (7328 Manchester Rd.)
776-3800, www.nhbknifeworks.com
Holiday treats & great gifts.
Paramount Jewelers (7348 Manchester Rd.)
645-1122, www.paramountjewelers.com
Stop in for refreshments and hors d’oeuvres.
All Citizen and Bulova watches will be 25% off.
Pie Oh My! (2719 Sutton Blvd.)
704-4416, www.pieohmystl.com
Come in for seasonal treats.
Prioritized Pastries (2730 Sutton Blvd.)
443-5341, www.prioritizedpastries.com(located inside Encore Baking Company)
Cake samples, discounts on holiday gift baskets and holiday themed pastries for purchase.
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
(2707 S. Big Bend Blvd.)
646-8017, www.raisingcanes.com
Load up your sleigh with Raising Cane’s Tailgates.
Scheidt True Value Hardware
(7320 Manchester Rd.)
647-1411, www.truevalue.com
Holiday Cookies & Unique Holiday Gifts.
Schlafly Bottleworks (7260 Southwest Ave.)
241-2337
www.schlafly.com/bottleworks-brewpub/
Come check out our unique gifts and holiday merchandise.
Schnuck Markets, Inc. (7355 Manchester Rd.)
644-7825, www.schnucks.com
Drop off your letters to Santa & check out our holiday specials!
Seafoam Media (2732 Sutton Blvd.)
200-5515, www.seafoammedia.com
Christmas music and holiday refreshments.
Tapped (7278 Manchester Rd.)
899-0011, www.tappedstl.com
Check out our self-pour taps and wood fire pizza.
The Book House (7352 Manchester Rd.)
968-4491, www.thebookhousestl.com
Refreshments, Book Signing & Special Holiday Gifts!!
The Blue Duck (2661 Sutton Blvd.)
769-9940, www.blueduckstl.com
15% off with receipt from another downtown Maplewood business.
The Crow’s Nest (7336 Manchester Rd.)
781-0989, www.eatcrowstl.com
4 Hands City Wide & Chocolate Milk Stout and Hot Apple Cider with Old Dominick Spiced Rye Bourbon.
The Post Sports Bar & Grill
(7372 Manchester Rd.)
645-1109, www.thepostsportsbar.com
Book Holiday & Watch Parties All Season Long!!
The Side Project Cellar (7373 Marietta Ave.)
224-5211, www.thesideprojectcellar.com
Join us for 20% off all Holiday Drafts!!
Traveling Tea (2707 Sutton Blvd.)
647-8832, www.travtea.com
Extended Holiday Hours
Vegan/Gluten-Free Menu Items including: Cinnamon Rolls & Hot Chocolate.
Vom Fass (7314 Manchester Rd.)
932-5262, www.slmo.vomfassusa.com/
Complimentary wine tasting, Apple Pie Liqueur Spiked Cider, & a real German St. Nicholas for the kids!

Fair Trade Market
2019-11-30 - 2019-12-01, 2019-11-23 - 2019-11-24 | Manchester United Methodist Church
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Daily
The largest Fair Trade Market in the United States
We are the nation’s largest Fair Trade Market with over 3,000 sq. ft. of merchandise from around the world. By choosing Fair Trade products, you get great value, and ensure equitable wages and treatment for farmers, artisans, and their communities. Our Fair Trade Market offers unique holiday gifts, international crafts, food samples, educational presentations, and giveaways.
Fair Trade is a social justice movement that ensures farmers and artisans are paid a living wage for their products and that consumers receive global goods at a fair price. Buying Fair Trade products supports living wages, care for the environment, no child or forced labor, gender equality, and safe working conditions.
In 2019 they will celebrate the 17th year of Manchester UMC’s Fair Trade Market. Cumulative sales over the past 16 years total nearly $1.4 million, which equates to 372 families supporting themselves! Those are incredible numbers, thanks to you, our shoppers. By choosing Fair Trade products, you are making a difference for farmers, artisans, and their communities worldwide.

Thanksgiving Day Parade
2019-11-28 08:45 - 11:00 | Starting at North 4th Street and Washington Avenue
Celebrating its 35th year, the 2019 Ameren Thanksgiving Day Parade will step off at 8:45 a.m. on Thursday, November 28 from 20th Street and Market Street and proceed east towards Broadway in Downtown St. Louis. The parade will be broadcast live on KMOV-TV Channel 4, awarded an Emmy for their production of the 2015 parade.
We expect over 130 parade units, including musical floats and displays, giant helium balloon figures, animal units, restored antique cars and firetrucks, and marching bands from around the St. Louis region. As always, Santa Claus will be present to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas at the end of the parade.
New this year, one lucky group will have the opportunity to ride with Santa! Click on the link to bid in our 2018 Charity Auction.

Festival of Lights
2019-11-23 16:00 - 20:00 | Kiener Plaza, 500 Chestnut St, St. Louis, MO, 63101, United States
Celebrating our Heritage, Cultures and Traditions
The Ameren Missouri Festival of Lights, hosted by KMOV officially ushers in the Holiday Season with a host of entertainment, lighting of the Salvation Army Tree of Lights, a festive fireworks finale and the Winterfest skating rink in partnership with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation.

Whiskey in Winter Festival
2019-11-22 19:00 - 22:30 | Hyatt Regency
Whiskey In The Winter is a whiskey festival that will take place at the Hyatt Regency hotel in downtown St. Louis. The event will take place in the larger 4th floor Grand Ballroom. Whiskey In The Winter will feature over 400 whiskies from around the world along with great whiskey cocktails, whiskey-inspired food stations, and educational seminars from whiskey industry experts.

Science Uncorked
2019-11-09 19:00 - 23:00 | Saint Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Avenue, Saint Louis, 63110, United States
Join Starlite Events and the Saint Louis Science Center on November 9th for a wine and spirits tasting event for your brain. This total sensory experience will let you be hands-on with some of wine-making’s most popular ingredients. Learn about the chemistry and science behind the entire winemaking and distilling process. This event will feature 70+ wine tastings, science demonstrations, live music and more!
Featuring:

70+ Wines and Spirits
Small Plates cooked with wine
Science Demonstrations and Lectures
Live Music
Complimentary Parking

Apple Butter Festival Kimmswick
2019-10-26 - 2019-10-27 | Kimmswick Visitor Center, 314 Market Street, Kimmswic, MO, 63053, United States
Apple Butter Festival Kimmswick is always the last full weekend of October. The dates for 2017 are October 26th and 27th.
The Apple Butter Festival Kimmswick is the largest celebration Kimmswick has annually drawing over 100,000 visitors. Come enjoy the small town ambiance, stroll through our streets lined with 500 – 600 food, drink and craft vendors. Also enjoy lots of live entertainment throughout the town including bluegrass, country rock, and dulcimer music.
The Kimmswick Historical society will gather on Friday to peel and prepare the apples. Early, before dawn, on each day of the festival, the wood burning fire is lighted, the kettle is filled with apples and cooking and stirring continues for seven to eight hours until the fragrant spread is thick enough to be sealed in jars.
The Apple Butter Festival Kimmswick starts at 10am each day and wraps up around 5pm. The town streets will be closed to vehicle traffic during these hours. Visitors may park at the Windsor School and catch a bus into town. The buses will run throughout the day shuttling visitors to-and-from the parking area at Windsor School. There will also be limited parking available off of Highway K and is just a short walking distance into town.
For the children, there is a miniature train, petting zoo and pony rides that will delight kids at any age. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to come visit, help stir and enjoy the ambiance at the pavilion. Apple butter is for sale each day or until the last jar is sold.

Boo at the Zoo
2019-10-15 - 2019-10-30 | St. Louis Zoo, 1 Government Drive, Saint Louis, MO, 63130, United States
Bring your little ghouls and goblins for a non-scary, kid-friendly Halloween experience. Children are encouraged to wear costumes. Children 12 and under will receive a treat bag upon exiting. Boo at the Zoo is not a trick-or-treating experience.
Nightly, October 15–30, 2019
*5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Admission
Admission includes entrance to Boo at the Zoo, the Mary Ann Lee Conservation Carousel and the 4D Theater featuring “Happy Family 4D.”

$7 for Zoo members (ages 2+)
PURCHASE ZOO MEMBER TICKETS

$8 for non-members (ages 2+)
PURCHASE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS

Free for children under age 2
$1 discount for children ages 2 to 12 in costume with on-site ticket purchase
Purchase your tickets online below or at a Zoo entrance the night of the event.

Florissant Fall Festival
2019-10-13 11:00 - 17:00 | Rue St. Francois, 100 Rue St Francois, Florissant, MO, 63031, United States
Saturday, October 13th | 11 AM – 5 PM
Once again Florissant Old Town Partners has teamed up with the City of Florissant to announce the date of their Annual Florissant Old Town Fall Festival.
The Fall Festival on rue St. Francois in Old Town Florissant is on Sunday October 13th. It begins at 11:00 am this year and runs until 5:00 p.m. on rue St. Francois. Look for all of your favorite activities including a chili cook-off, live entertainment on each block, Fido Follies, children’s activities, large flower show and competition, celebration of our cultural heritage, craft fair, flea market, food booths galore, wine and cheese garden and many other booths and displays. St. Ferdinand Shrine will be selling a variety of Old Shrine Items as well as several activities in the Shrine area.
Once again, the Florissant Police Welfare Association will be hosting a benefit car show on the Knights of Columbus grounds.
The Craft Fair area is always a big hit with over 60 crafters getting you ready for holiday shopping. MoChips – free child identification kits will be back and in City Hall. As for the past several years the festival will include a Children’s Art Festival on the City Hall lawn. The Florissant Fall Festival in Old Town Florissant is chaired by Karen Goodwin and Diana Weidinger and a committee that can’t be beat.

Grovefest 2019
2019-10-05 14:00 - 23:00 | The Grove
Grove Fest, the fun, independent, wild, eclectic yearly festival in STL’s Grove neighborhood will return for its 14th year this October.
This family friendly event will feature a kids zone, street performers, live music, and amazing food and drinks from local Grove businesses. If you’re in the mood to shop there will be no shortage of crafts, fashion, and art for purchase from local artist and vendors. Want to be an artist for the day? Don’t forget to stop by and help paint the 11th annual paint-by-numbers outdoor wall mural, a Grove Fest tradition.
Join in from 2pm-11pm to see what one of STL’s most vibrant neighborhoods has to offer.
