Calendar of Events for St. Louis & St. Louis County
		We regularly update this calendar to provide you with up to date information on a variety of events that take place in St. Louis and St. Louis County. Changes are made when we gather more information or when we learn of an event. If you know of an event that you would like to see posted contact the webmaster. We hope you enjoy the events you choose to attend.

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RICHMOND HEIGHTS ARTFEST Richmond Heights, MO		Saturday, May 18, 2013 11 am - 5 pm 7514 Lindbergh Parkway (Corner of Big Bend and Lindbergh Drive) Rain Or Shine Event:  Inside Venue - The Heights, 8001 Dale Avenue At this event you can shop from about 30 local artists as well as invited previewed artists. There will also be a Kid's Art Station, art demonstrations by the St. Louis Artist Guild, live entertainment, great food, refreshments, and wine, Pilates and yoga classes, and cooking demonstrations. Free For more information visit the event's website
MOTHER’S DAY BICYCLE RIDE St. Louis, MO		Sunday, May 12, 2013 Registration: 8 am - 9:30 am Commerce Bank, 3134 S. Grand Blvd. Celebrate Mother’s Day with a family bike ride on routes of extra short (family ride around Tower Grove Park), medium, and long routes. Bring your mom (or just bring yourself!) and see a variety of beautiful, historic neighborhoods. Fees: On-line - $8 member, $13 non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member, $3 child, Moms ride free! For more information visit www.trailnet.org
CHINESE CULTURE DAYS St. Louis, MO		May 18 - May 19, 2013 10 am - 5 pm Missouri Botanical Garden A 70-foot dragon and lion dancers open this springtime celebration that includes a Grand Parade and acrobatics, theater, martial arts, Chinese calligraphy, painting and authentic regional cuisine. Enjoy t'ai chi and tea tasting in the Grigg Nanjing Friendship Garden, where special tours focus on the symbolism of many plant species and architectural details. No trams. Admission For more information call 314-577-5100   or visit the Missouri Botanical Garden website
FAUST FINE ARTS & FOLK FESTIVAL Chesterfield, MO		May 18 - May 19, 2013 10 am - 5 pm St. Louis County Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street A St Louis Favorite!  Have two wonderful juried events in one! Fine artist and crafters will display their art such as oil and acrylics, sculpture, baskets, jewelry, pen and ink for you to see and purchase. Traditional crafts such as blacksmithing, and pottery will also be available. Activities for the children such as Mad Science Workshops. Concessions and music for your enjoyment. Small admission fee For more information call 314-615-8482
KEMP AUTO MUSEUM CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE Chesterfield, MO		May 18 - May 19, 2013 10 am - 3 pm each day Sachs Plaza of the Kemp Auto Museum, 16955 Chesterfield Airport Road Every spring, over 100 of the world’s most rare and treasured American and European automobiles come together at the Kemp Auto Museum for the Concours d'Elegance. These cars represent the best of their era and are chosen on the basis of craftsmanship, design and performance. And while at the event visit the only automobile museum in America featuring award winning cars on loan from private and public collections. Refreshments and BBQ will be available for purchase. Proceeds to benefit Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital. Free For more information call 636-537-1718
ANNIE MALONE MAY DAY PARADE St. Louis, MO		Sunday, May 19, 2013 1 pm Market Street, downtown St. Louis Spectators of this annual parade are awed by the intricate dance routines of marching bands, the wail and throb of drum and bugle corps, and the fancy steps of majorettes and drum majors. They are also treated to a distinguished part of African-American heritage. Floats range from simple crepe streamers draped over family sedans to elaborate moving works of art. While the May Day Parade has evolved through the years, one thing remains constant: the festivities, anchored by the parade, become bigger and better each year. Free For more information call 314-531-0120   or visit the event website
SAINT LOUIS BLUESWEEK FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		May 24 - May 26, 2013 Friday: 4:30 pm - 11 pm Saturday: 11 am - 11 pm Sunday: 11 am - 11 pm Soldier's Memorial, 1315 Chestnut Street, Downtown St. Louis This free Blues festival celebrates the rich Blues history of St. Louis with a weekend packed full of music, food, and good times. This year's event features the first ever BBQ Battle Royale with 30 teams competing to win cash, prizes and of course, big-time bragging rights. Headlining on Saturday, May 25 is Blues legend Mavis Staples. Other headliners include international superstars Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Mud Morganfield (Muddy Waters' son) and St. Louis' own Big George Brock. Free, $5 suggested donation with net proceeds going to the construction of the National Blues Museum. For visit the event website
ST. LOUIS GREEK FEST Town & Country, MO		May 24 - May 27, 2013 11 am - 9 pm every day Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 1755 Des Peres Road Whether you’re of Greek descent or just love ethnic cuisine, this GreekFest is a lively environment in which to experience the Greek community’s deeply rooted traditions and heritage. The festival features authentic Greek food and pastries, live Greek music, authentic Greek folk dancing, Agora Marketplace, church tours, a kid’s corner and more. Free For more information call 314-966-2255   or visit the event website
ST. LOUIS AFRICAN ARTS FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		May 25 - May 27, 2013 Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm Sunday: 11 am - 8 pm Monday: 10 am - 6 pm World's Fair Pavilion in Forest Park The annual African Arts Festival includes an African marketplace, children's activities, hands-on activities, performing artists, African and African-American artifacts, jewelry & textiles, guided art tours, cultural demonstrations and more Free For more information call 314-935-9676   or visit the event website
ANNUAL GYPSY CARAVAN St. Louis, MO		Monday, May 27, 2013 7 am - 5 pm University of Missouri-St. Louis campus, 1 University Drive Since 1973, the St. Louis Symphony Volunteer Association has presented one of the largest antique, craft and flea markets in the Midwest, raising more than $3.5 million in support of the Saint Louis Symphony. Gypsy Caravan vendors come from 20 states and sell something for everyone: antiques, collectibles, crafts, jewelry, furniture, clothing, imports, yard art and more! There is ample parking and easy MetroLink light rail access is available. Admission, early bird prices from 7 am to 9 am For more information call 314-286-4452   or visit the event website
CIRCUS FLORA St. Louis, MO		May 30 - June 23, 2013 Grand Center Arts and Entertainment District, under the air-conditioned red-and-white big top tent (corner of Grand Blvd. and Samuel Shepard Drive) Circus Flora is St. Louis’ own intimate one-ring theatre circus where audience members are as close as two-feet and never more than 40 feet from the ring. The 2013 production is "A Trip to the Moon." See the events website for performance times. Admission For more information call 314-289-4040   or visit the event website
LAFAYETTE SQUARE HOME & GARDEN TOUR St. Louis, MO		June 1 - June 2, 2013 10 am - 9 pm Lafayette Square neighborhood Experience the elegance and gentility of the 1800’s in one of St. Louis’ most historic Victorian neighborhoods at this self-guided walking tour featuring ten homes and eight gardens. The tour also features antique vendors around Lafayette Park, food and beverage vendors, carriage rides and a vintage baseball festival. Ticket purchase required For more information call 314-772-5724   or visit the event website
ANNUAL BIG TRUCK DAY Chesterfield, MO		Sunday, June 2, 2013 10 am - 3 pm Sachs Plaza of the Kemp Auto Museum, 16955 Chesterfield Airport Road A beacon for entertainment and free family fun, Big Truck Day is an annual sensation in the Chesterfield community and an essential part of the summer experience. Each year, thousands converge on the museum’s 14,000 square-foot plaza to enjoy great live music, big trucks and entertainment for all ages. Watch excitement build as more than 40 trucks, representing the top emergency, construction, military, new and antique fire trucks, tractors, monster trucks, hummers in St. Louis, fill the site and invite visitors on board for pictures and peeks around the cabin and a try at the horn. Please bring a nonperishable food item to support a great cause, Operation Food Search! Free For more information call 636-537-1718
TASTE OF CLAYTON Clayton, MO		Sunday, June 2, 2013 Noon - 9:30 pm Brentwood Boulevard between Forsyth and Maryland This annual family event features the specialties of Clayton's top restaurants. Guests will enjoy samplings from some of Clayton’s award winning restaurants for $7 or less per taste. Each restaurant will also offer a special $2 tasting. There will also be a Taste, Jr., an interactive area for kids with fun activities and special food items, and live music. Food tickets required For more information call 314-290-8544
FAUST OLDEN DAYS OF SUMMER Chesterfield, MO		Wednesday, June 5, 2013 10 am - 1 pm St. Louis County Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street This special event is for kids aged 2 to 12. Activities include blacksmith demonstrations, rope making, cornhusk doll making, candle dipping, petting zoo & pony rides (up to 80 lbs.), face painting, historic schoolhouse activities, hayrides and rides on the historic St. Louis Carousel. Parents are free with paid child For more information call 636-532-7298
ART EXHIBITS St. Louis, MO		Friday, June 7, 2013 Discover Grand Center, located in the heart of St. Louis, and its remarkable array of visual arts at eight venues within walking distance of each other. Participating venues include Bruno David Gallery, Craft Alliance, Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, Portfolio Gallery, The Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, The Sheldon Art Galleries and on the Saint Louis University campus The Museum of Contemporary Religious Art and Saint Louis University Museum of Art. The museums and galleries are free and open until 9 pm. An eclectic choice of restaurants enhances the vitality of this cosmopolitan neighborhood.. For more information call 314-533-1884   or visit www.grandcenter.org
ST. LOUIS BREWERS HERITAGE FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		June 14 - June 15, 2013 Lindell Pavilion in Forest Park Celebrate the pre-prohibition era of brewing in St. Louis. The St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival brings together big and small brewers from the St. Louis area. Brewers include Schlafly Beer, Allandale Brewery, August Brewery, Square One Brewery, Trailhead Brewery, Anheuser-Busch, and the O'Fallon Brewery. Featured are 80 different local styles of beer, St. Louis brewing history exhibits, food from local restaurants, and live music. Admission charged for each 4 hour session For more information call 314-577-1884   or visit the event website
FATHER'S DAY AT KEMP AUTO MUSEUM Chesterfield, MO		Sunday, June 16, 2013 10 am - 3 pm Sachs Plaza of the Kemp Auto Museum, 16955 Chesterfield Airport Road In celebration of Father's Day, Dads and Granddads will receive free admission (when accompanied by a child) to the Kemp Auto Museum. A viewing of all special and permanent collections will be arranged for the occasion, as will complimentary gallery tours, afternoon refreshments and take home crafts for children. Gallery tours run from 10am to 3 pm and provide highlights on the museum's history, permanent and visiting collections, and ongoing restorative projects. Admission, Dads and Granddads will receive free admission (when accompanied by a child) For more information call 636-537-1718
FATHER'S DAY FESTIVAL & CAR SHOW Florissant, MO		Sunday, June 16, 2013 10 am - 4 pm Sioux Passage Park, 17930 Old Jamestown Road As You Go Events is celebrating dad in a big way this Father's Day. This festival has gathered up some of his favorite things including cars, trucks, motorcycles, music and food. Watch him compete in some fun games for great father's day gifts and prizes. In addition to the car show, buy your dad a much needed part for his new build at the Auto Swap Meet. Also featured is a Kidz Zone with a petting zoo and pony rides. Free admission and free parking For more information call 314-368-6902   or visit the event's website
FAUST VILLAGE OPEN HOUSE Chesterfield, MO		June 22 - June 23, 2013 June 29 - June 30, 2013 1 pm - 5 pm St. Louis County Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street Faust Park is home to many local structures rescued from destruction by real estate development. On selected dates the buildings will be open to park guests. Visitors to Faust Historic Village may tour the 1850s Conway house with its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen, the circa 1848 Metz log home, and the 1880s Hoch House. All homes will be staffed with docents in period dress. Free For more information call 314-615-8328
BRIDGE BIRTHDAY BASH St. Louis, MO		Sunday, June 30, 2013 Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am Old Chain of Rocks Bridge, 10950 Riverview Drive Celebrate the 84th birthday of the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge with a scenic ride on both sides of the mighty Mississippi. Return to the bridge for the Birthday Bash featuring brews, tunes, and ice cream & cake (while they last). Fees: On-line - $8 member, $13 non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member, $3 child For more information visit www.trailnet.org
The following websites have additional information on the events metropolitan St. Louis has to offer.
explorestlouis.com - The St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission website lists many of the area's popular annual events as well as exhibits, show, concerts, etc.
St. Louis Front Page - lists a variety of the events in the St. Louis region.
stlcity.com - lists many of the area's popular annual events as well as exhibits, show, concerts, etc.
trailnet.org - lists a variety of bicycle riding events for the metropolitan St. Louis area.
St. Louis Cardinals - official site of the St. Louis Cardinals for tickets and other information.
St. Louis Rams - official site of the St. Louis Rams for tickets and other information.
St. Louis Blues - official site of the St. Louis Blues for tickets and other information.
FAIR SAINT LOUIS St. Louis, MO		July 4 - July 6, 2013 St. Louis Downtown Riverfront The annual Fair Saint Louis features three days of free entertainment by nationally known groups on the grounds of the Gateway Arch. Activities will also include two Independence Day runs in collaboration with the St. Louis Sports Commission, the  annual VP Parade, air shows and more! Fireworks along the river on the 4th. Free For more information call 314-434-3434   or visit the event website
ART EXHIBITS St. Louis, MO		Friday, July 5, 2013 Discover Grand Center, located in the heart of St. Louis, and its remarkable array of visual arts at eight venues within walking distance of each other. Participating venues include Bruno David Gallery, Craft Alliance, Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, Portfolio Gallery, The Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, The Sheldon Art Galleries and on the Saint Louis University campus The Museum of Contemporary Religious Art and Saint Louis University Museum of Art. The museums and galleries are free and open until 9 pm. An eclectic choice of restaurants enhances the vitality of this cosmopolitan neighborhood.. For more information call 314-533-1884   or visit www.grandcenter.org
FAUST VILLAGE OPEN HOUSE Chesterfield, MO		July 20 - July 21, 2013 July 27 - July 28, 2013 1 pm - 5 pm St. Louis County Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street Faust Park is home to many local structures rescued from destruction by real estate development. On selected dates the buildings will be open to park guests. Visitors to Faust Historic Village may tour the 1850s Conway house with its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen, the circa 1848 Metz log home, and the 1880s Hoch House. All homes will be staffed with docents in period dress. Free For more information call 314-615-8328
BLUEGRASS ON THE FARM St. Louis, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA July, 2013 7 pm - 9:30 pm Suson Park, 6073 Wells Road Bluegrass on the Farm featuring National "Open" Fiddle Champion George Portz and Friends of Bluegrass, Country singer Brenda Cook, and a Jr. Fiddle Jam. Sponsored by South County Parks. Admission For more information call 618-632-1384
SHOW OFF AUTO SHOW & WOMEN'S SHOPPING WORLD Bridgeton, IL		Sunday, August 11, 2013 9 am - 4 pm Bridgeton Machinist Hall, 12365 St. Charles Rock Road As You Go Events presents this awesome event that supports the gear heads in St. Louis and the surrounding area. Check out a wonderful display of custom vehicles and then go inside to shop till you drop with local vendors and small business owners. There will also be a local blood drive from 9 am - 2 pm sponsored by the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center. Free For more information call 314-368-6902   or visit the event's website
JAPANESE FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		August 31 - September 2, 2013 10 am - 8 pm (31st & 1st); 10 am - 5 pm (2nd) Missouri Botanical Garden The Missouri Botanical Garden hosts this annual festival in honor of Japanese culture. Highlights include tours of the Japanese garden, special art exhibitions, traditional processions, tea ceremonies, kimono demonstrations, traditional music and dancing, Japanese marketplace, arts and crafts, Ikebana, Bonsai, martial arts, karaoke, Japanese theatrical performances, cooking demonstrations, food booths and many more fun family activities. Admission, reduced fee for members For more information call 314-577-5100   or visit the Missouri Botanical Garden website
FAUST VILLAGE OPEN HOUSE Chesterfield, MO		August 17 - August 18, 2013 August 24 - August 25, 2013 1 pm - 5 pm St. Louis County Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street Faust Park is home to many local structures rescued from destruction by real estate development. On selected dates the buildings will be open to park guests. Visitors to Faust Historic Village may tour the 1850s Conway house with its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen, the circa 1848 Metz log home, and the 1880s Hoch House. All homes will be staffed with docents in period dress. Free For more information call 314-615-8328
FESTIVAL OF NATIONS St. Louis, MO		August 24 - August 25, 2013 Saturday: 10 pm - 7 pm Sunday: 10 am - 6 pm Tower Grove Park, corner of Arsenal and Grand Listen to traditional music and ethnic music and song from around the world at a variety of venues. Taste cultural treats from over 30 food booths and browse among the folk art gift booths. A Children's Area features ethnic storytelling, mask-making and other hands-on activities. A free shuttle service will be available throughout the park. Free For more information call 314-773-9090 ext. 169   or visit the event website
BIG MUDDY BLUES FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		August 31 - September 1, 2013 12 pm to 11 pm Historic Laclede's Landing Feel the rhythm and find your groove on Labor Day Weekend at the annual Big Muddy, one of the country's best blues music festivals. The free festival features nearly three dozen groups -- national, regional and local -- on five stages. Admission For more information call 314-241-5875   or visit the event website
BABLER BUG DAY Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA August, 2013 10 am - 2 pm Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive Join Babler State Park in celebrating the world of insects and their amazing adaptations! Check out larger-than-life “bugs” at the mystery theater with Inspector Insector at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Other activities available will include crafts, games, exhibits, hikes, and LIVE insects! Free For more information call 636-458-3813
GITO DELLA MONTAGNA RIDE St. Louis, MO		Sunday, September 1, 2013 Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am Shaw Visual & Performing Arts Community Education Center, 5329 Columbia Avenue Enjoy a ride through St. Louis City’s Italian settled Hill neighborhood on short, medium, long routes on moderately hilly terrain with some big hills. After the ride, watch the historic Giro della Montagna ProAm bicycle races, part of the Gateway Cup. Fees: On-line - $8 member, $13 non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member, $3 child For more information visit www.trailnet.org
GREENTREE FESTIVAL Kirkwood, MO		September 13 - September 15, 2013 (13th) 5 pm - 10 pm; (14th) 8:30 am - 7 pm; (15th) 10 am - 5 pm This annual September festival began in 1961 in response to an epidemic of Dutch elm disease. Residents were encouraged to plant trees to replace those being lost with trees sold at the fair for $1. Today many of those trees are mature and grace the lawns and streets of Kirkwood. The festival features food, games, information booths, dog show, canine frisbee competition, parade, wine garden, book fair; folklife artisans, classic car show, sailboat regatta, and live entertainment. Free   or visit the event website
GREAT FOREST PARK BALLOON GLOW AND BALLOON RACE St. Louis, MO		September 20 - September 21, 2013 Glow (20th) 7 pm - 8:30 pm; Race (21th) 12 - 6:30 pm Forest Park Festivities begin with a balloon glow on September 18th beneath the World's Fair Pavilion in Forest Park. Race day activities include a parachute team exhibition, children's entertainment area, an all British car show and a photo contest prior to the launch of the hare and hound balloons at 4:30 pm, September 16. Free For more information call 314-993-2901   or visit the event website
HISTORIC FERGUSON BICYCLE TOUR St. Louis, MO		Saturday, September 21, 2013 Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am The Plaza at 501, 501 S. Florissant Road Ferguson has blossomed as a healthy and active community in recent years. Visit this historic railroad town and enjoy optional tours at EarthDance organic farm and the Challenger Learning Center. After this family-friendly ride, you can visit the Ferguson Farmers’ Market, see a demo by the Morse Telegraph Club at Whistle Stop Depot, or eat at a quaint downtown restaurant. The ride features rolling to hilly terrain with some moderate hills on extra short, short, medium, and long tours. Fees: On-line - $8 member, $13 non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member, $3 child For more information visit www.trailnet.org
THE ART FAIR AT QUEENY PARK Ballwin, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2013 Queeny Park, 550 Weidman Road and 1675 S. Mason Road Friday: 6 pm - 9 pm Saturday: 10 am - 7 pm Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm This annual fine art and craft show is held by the Greater St. Louis Art Association and features over 140 national artists that exhibit their art in the following disciplines: clay/ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, acrylic, oil, watercolor, photography, sculpture, and wood. Admission For more information call 314-889-0433   or visit the event website
HYDE PARK FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2013 10 am to 8 pm Hyde Park,: Blair Avenue Salisbury Street This annual community festival features a Kids area that has activity booths by local churches, a bounce house, and art activities games for the kids with prizes. There will be a 3-on-3-basketball tournament, heath services for attendees, visits from the St. Louis Police department’s SWAT team along with a helicopter, and food and refreshments. The main stage will feature a wide variety live entertainment showcasing different music styles, creative dance, and spoken word performances. At the Green Zone you can learn about community garden and urban gardens. There will also be short historic walking tours to some of the neighborhood's very historic structures. Free For more information call 636-544-2151   or visit the event website
ARCHAEOLOGY ADVENTURE Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2013 1 pm - 3 pm Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, River Hills Visitor Center & Monument Field Celebrate Missouri Archaeology Month! Learn about the people who called our park land home and take part in fun activities like a mock archaeology dig and making your own winter count. Free For more information call 636-458-3813
FOLK & FINE ARTS FESTIVAL Chesterfield, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2013 10 am - 5 pm St. Louis County Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street 2008 was the beginning of a new tradition in Faust Park as the Tilles Fall Fine Arts Festival moved to the St. Louis Carousel area in Faust Park. The Historic Village continued to feature demonstrations of blacksmithing, rope making, pottery firing and other crafts with historical significance, along with games and activities for children. All structures will be open for viewing. As an added bonus, just outside the village area, Juried Fine Arts and Crafts of a more modern nature will be featured along with the artists themselves. Live music and food will be nearby. Admission For more information call 314-615-8328
HISTORIC SHAW ART FAIR St. Louis, MO		October 5 - October 6, 2013 Saturday: 9 pm - 5 pm Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm Shaw neighborhood, between Kingshighway Boulevard and Grand Avenue This annual event features quality artists from around the country who work in a large variety of media and styles. their work will be displayed on the grassy parkway of the 4100 and 4200 blocks of Flora Place. Admission, children under 14 free with an adult For more information call 314-640-6477  or visit www.shawartfair.org
COLUMBUS DAY FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		Sunday, October 13, 2013 Noon - 6 pm Berra Park, corner of Shaw and Macklind The parade starts at Kingshighway & Southwest at noon. This festival features food from your favorite Italian restaurants, live music, a car show, a Miss Italian St. Louis beauty contest, the famous “Meatball Eating Contest,” games and prizes for children and adults, bocce, football throw, soccer kick, raffles, , and more. Free For more information call 314-856-5802  or visit www.stlcolumbusday.com
UNIQUE TREASURES FALL FEST Bridgeton, IL		Saturday, October 19, 2013 9 am - 4 pm Bridgeton Machinist Hall, 12365 St. Charles Rock Road As You Go Events presents a series of Unique Treasures Craft Fair events. These events were started with the Holiday Fair in 2010, to provide crafters, single moms and veterans with an opportunity to showcase their products and earn holiday cash during an economic crisis. These events have continued giving an opportunity for home based vendors, small businesses and service providers to gather under one roof to introduce and sell their products. Free For more information call 314-368-6902   or visit the event's website
VIRGINIA DAY TRAIL HIKE Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2013 10 am Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, River Hills Visitor Center Enjoy fall in Missouri with a hike on Virginia Day Trail. Join a park naturalist to learn about the park’s natural and cultural history. This will be a moderate hike of 2 miles and will begin at the Visitor Center. Free For more information call 636-458-3813
FALL ENCAMPMENT & SHOOT St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2013 Saturday: 9 pm - 4 pm Sunday: 9 am - 3 pm Sioux Passage Park, 17930 Old Jamestown Road Living History Reenactors, Inc. will be having their Fall Encampment on the south bank of the Missouri River at its confluence to the Mississippi River. The 4,000 acres of the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area have been restored to conditions that Lewis and Clark  would have encountered. The area also has a Visitor Center and hiking trails. A Competition Shoot will be on Saturday and Sunday. Food will be provided by Turkey Legs. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the fall colors and smell the smoke from the campfires. Free, fee for camping For more information call 314-640-6477  or visit www.livhis.org
NIGHT SKY OVER BABLER Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2013 6 pm - 10 pm Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, River Hills Visitor Center Come out to Babler State Park for a fun evening under the stars. The evening will kick off at 6 pm at the visitor center with a hands-on program by the St. Louis Science Center exploring the elements that make up our solar system. Then head outside at 7 pm where St. Louis Astronomical Society members will have telescopes available for viewing the night sky. Please bring your binoculars, lawn chairs, blankets, and flash-lights! Free For more information call 636-458-3813
FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2013 Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm Sperreng Middle School, 12111 Tesson Ferry Road Sponsored by the Lindbergh Lacrosse Club this annual event brings together over 120 artist-exhibitors with an eclectic mix of unique hand crafts and original art. Free For more information call 314-913-2489
CREATURES OF THE NIGHT Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2013 6 pm - 8 pm Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, River Hills Visitor Center A rustling of leaves, a “whoo whoo” in the distance...who are the creatures who go bump in the night? Take part in an evening of games, crafts, and hikes while learning about the Missouri’s nocturnal animals. Hikes will begin at 6:15 pm and 7:00 pm. Come in costume if you’d like and remember to bring a flashlight and clothes for a fall evening hike! Free For more information call 636-458-3813
UNIQUE TREASURES VENDOR SHOW St. Louis, MO		Saturday, November 16, 2013 9 am - 4 pm Bridgeton Machinist Hall, 12365 St. Charles Rock Road As You Go Events presents a series of Unique Treasures Craft Fair events. These events were started with the Holiday Fair in 2010, to provide crafters, single moms and veterans with an opportunity to showcase their products and earn holiday cash during an economic crisis. These events have continued giving an opportunity for home based vendors, small businesses and service providers to gather under one roof to introduce and sell their products. Free For more information call 314-368-6902   or visit the event's website
LIVING HISTORY HAYRIDES St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2013 Saturday: 10 am, 1 pm & 3 pm Sunday: 12:30 pm & 2 pm Fort Belle Fontaine County Park, 13002 Bellefontaine Road Experience late fall at historic Fort Belle Fontaine on a hay wagon as costumed reenactors from the War of 1812, Civil War, World War II and other periods explain their uniforms and equipment. This a must-do experience for the history buff and nature lover. Dress for the weather. Admission; Space is limited. Advance registration is required. For more information call 314-544-6224   or e-mail mkollbaum@stlouisco.com
ARTstravaganza Clayton, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2013 Friday: 4 pm- 9 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm St. Louis Artists’ Guild, #2 Oak Knoll Park Do you want to treat yourself with a bit of artful extravagance without spending too much money? Come join the fun at this art festival where fine, folk and fun artwork by The Best of Missouri Hands artist members ARTstravaganza is a juried showcase of both general and juried members of The Best of Missouri Hands (BOMH). Twenty five BOMH Artists from all over the state will present a spectacular array of work in clay, jewelry, photography, wood, glass, metal, naturals, mixed media and more. Artists will be demonstrating their art and are always happy to talk about their work and answer your questions. Free For more information call 1-866-699- 2664
WOODBINE TRAIL HIKE Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2013 10 am Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, Guy Park Trailhead Enjoy fall in Missouri with a hike on Woodbine Trail. Join a park naturalist to learn about the park’s natural habitat and how Missouri’s wild flora and fauna are gearing up for winter. This will be a moderate hike of 1 3/4 miles and will begin at the Guy Park Trailhead in the center valley of the park. Free For more information call 636-458-3813
THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2013 8:45 am Downtown St. Louis Ameren Missouri sponsors this annual parade that features colorful floats, bands, storybook characters, carriages, equestrian units and Santa Claus as it winds through downtown St. Louis to kick off the holiday season. The parade begins at North 4th Street and Washington Avenue, proceeds South on North 4th Street to Market Street, continues West on Market Street and ends at 14th Street. Free For more information visit the event website
HISTORIC HOUSE TOUR St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2013 3 pm - 8 pm Various venues Get in to the holiday spirit with a visit to five of St. Louis’ historic buildings decorated for the season. With the purchase of a guided bus ticket, a shuttle bus will transport you to The Campbell House, The Chatillon-DeMenil House, The Eugene Field House, The Old Courthouse and the Tower Grove House & Museum Building at the Missouri Botanical Garden. A self-guided ticket can also be purchased with limited parking available at all five sites. At each location there will be light holiday refreshments available along with Ect. Senior Theatre group presenting a scene from "A Christmas Carol." The inclement weather date is December 5, 2012. Tickets required For more information call 314-421-0325   or visit the event website
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2013 Wednesday through Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm Missouri Botanical Garden The Missouri Botanical Gardens continues a cherished tradition, which inspires interest in the Victorian era and its connections to Henry Shaw and the history of the Garden by decorating the Victorian country home of Garden founder Henry Shaw for the season with wreaths, garland, floral centerpieces, greenery and a holiday tree. Younger visitors can look for old-fashioned toys hidden throughout the house and will receive a coloring book titled “A Cold Winter’s Evening in Shaw’s Garden” based on Clement C. Moore’s popular poem ‘Twas the Night before Christmas, which was written in 1823. Admission to the grounds, free for members For more information call 314-577-5100   or visit the Missouri Botanical Garden website
ANNUAL WINTER WONDERLAND Ladue, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2013 Sunday through Friday: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Saturday: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm for carriage rides only. No motor vehicles. Closed Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve Tilles County Park, corner of Litzsinger and McKnight Roads St. Louis County Parks celebrates its annual Winter Wonderland that is created and designed by St. Louis County Parks employees. A drive through Tilles County Park reveals a winter wonderland decorated with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights and holiday displays. Horse-drawn carriage rides available every night. Admission For more information call 314-615-7275   or visit the St. Louis County Parks website
HOLIDAY NOON CONCERT SERIES St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA December, 2013 Noon - 1 pm Old Courthouse, Broadway & Market Street, downtown St. Louis To celebrate the holiday season the National Park Service will host holiday concerts at noon in the rotunda of the Old Courthouse three Wednesdays in December. Please come and enjoy the traditional holiday music and gaze at the authentic Victorian era decorations that adorn the Old Courthouse rotunda. Musical groups scheduled to perform are the Mehlville High School Madrigal Ensemble (5th), St. Peter School Choir (12th) and St. Louis Irish Arts (19th).. Free For more information call 314-368-8852
CHANUKAH: FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA December, 2013 Noon - 4 pm Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Boulevard This event is a traditional Jewish holiday celebration that includes festive Israeli music and dance, a menorah-lighting, and Chanukah merchandise. Admission For more information call 314-577-5100 or 800-642-8842   or visit the Missouri Botanical Garden website
HISTORIC HOLIDAY TRADITIONS St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA December, 2013 Noon - 4 pm Old Courthouse, Broadway & Market Street, downtown St. Louis Visitors to the Historic Holiday Traditions - 1812 Missouri Frontier Holiday will enjoy cookies and hot cider while experiencing a holiday snapshot in time. Music will be provided by La Pettis Chanteurs Concert from noon - 1 pm, and The Traveler's Dream Music, Deborah Hyland Dance Mistress, and cooking with Suzanne Corbet, food historian from 1 pm - 4 pm. Free For more information call 314-655-1614
HAWTHORN TRAIL HIKE Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 1 pm Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, Hawthorn Trail Trailhead Start your new year off right with a guided hike at Babler State Park! Hawthorn Trail is the shortest and easiest of the park’s trails, but offers a great view of the Wildhorse Creek Valley. Trailhead is located across from the Alta Shelter parking lot on western end of park. Free For more information call 636-458-3813
ST. LOUIS RV VACATION & TRAVEL SHOW St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 Thursday: 11 am - 9 pm Friday: 11 am - 10 pm Saturday: 10 am - 9 pm Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm America's Center, 701 Convention Plaza This event is one of the largest public RV shows in the country.  The event attracts an average annual attendance of around 19,000 interested, excited visitors. Visitors to the show can view over 300 units, including motorhomes, sport trailers, 5th wheel trailers, travel trailers, folding camping trailers, and more. Admission For more information visit the event website
THE LOOP ICE CARNIVAL St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 Saturday activities: 10 am - 6 pm Delmar Loop Neighborhood The Loop Ice Carnival is held every year in mid-January. The Ice Carnival kicks off with the Snow Ball on Friday night. Then, it's a full day of fun on Saturday featuring the Frozen Buns Runs, putt putt pub crawl, temporary tattoo scavenger hunt, ice slides, s'mores roast, live artists, performance groups and more! Admission to Snow Ball and Frozen Buns Runs. Other activities may charge a small fee. For more information call 314-727-8000   or visit the event website
EAGLE WATCH & TRAIL WALK St. Louis County, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 11 am - 2 pm Fort Belle Fontaine Park Spend a day with the Friends of Fort Belle Fontaine Park observing the bald eagles along the Missouri River. A live eagle, several birds of prey, and a naturalist from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on site from noon until 2 pm. A guided hike will be provided along the three-mile trail. Hikers and bikers are welcome to take the trek on their own throughout the day. Refreshments will be served. Be sure to dress for the weather and meet at the Grand Staircase. Free For more information call 314-869-8251
SCOPING OUT RAPTORS St. Louis County, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 10 am - 2 pm both days Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, 801 Strotdtman Road Birds of prey come in numerous shapes and sizes and exhibit a variety of hunting techniques. From the helicopter-like antics of the American kestrel to the “hand-fishing” feats of the Bald Eagle, one thing is common. All are enjoyable to watch. Join us at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, where a variety of raptors are known to occur this time of year. Scopes will be set up at the Confluence Platform, near parking lot “N”, where America’s favorite raptor usually hangs out. Be sure to keep your eyes open on the way in too. Our Northern harriers like to scope out their prey just above the open fields of Columbia Bottom. Free. No reservations required. For more information call 314-877-6014   or visit the Conservation Departments events website.
EAGLE PROGRAMS St. Louis County, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 1 pm Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, 801 Strotdtman Road Winter is an excellent time in Missouri to see Bald Eagles gathered along open waters. Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, sitting at the heart of the Confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, is one of these great places to eagle watch. At 1 pm the site will host “Regal Eagles”, where a naturalist will explain all about eagles help you discover nature by sharing with you some of the best spots where you can go for eagle viewing. At 3 pm there will the “Eagle Explorations” program where participants will enjoy a drive around the area in search of these majestic birds along the rivers with binoculars and spotting scopes. Don’t forget to dress warmly! Free. Reservations begin January 5. Call 314-877-6014 Wed.-Fri., 8 am - 5 pm; Sat. & Sun., 8 am - 4 pm. For more information call 314-877-6014   or visit the Conservation Departments events website.
OUR BELOVED EAGLE St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 9:30 am - 10:30 am Dennis & Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center in Forest Park Not only is our national symbol beautiful. The Bald Eagle is brilliant at fishing. In this program geared for children from 3 to 6, naturalists will explain about eyesight, nest building skills, and how to identify the adult eagle from an immature eagle. A short video of the eagle’s skills in action. Reservations start January 14. Call 314-877-1309 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Reserve by January 30, 2013. For more information call 314-877-1309   or visit the Conservation Departments events website.
SOULARD MARDI GRAS St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2014 Historic Soulard Neighborhood The Gateway City celebrates its French heritage with fun filled activities throughout St. Louis and the historic Soulard neighborhood. Events include a Wine, Whiskey & Beer Taste (Jan. 25), Crystal Cajun Cook-Off (Jan. 26), Southern Comfort Taste of Soulard (Feb. 2-3), Beggin' Barkus Pet Parade and PetSmart Wiener Dog Derby (Feb. 3), River City Grand Parade (Feb. 9), and Lumiere Place Fat Tuesday Parade (Feb. 12). Admission to some events For more information call 314-771-5110   or visit the event website
ST. LOUIS BOAT & SPORTS SHOW St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA February, 2014 Wednesday: 5 pm - 9 pm Thursday: 2 pm - 9 pm Friday: 12pm - 9 pm Saturday: 10 am - 9 pm Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm America's Center, 701 Convention Plaza The Gateway City celebrates its French heritage with fun filled activities throughout St. Louis and the historic Soulard neighborhood. Events include a Wine, Whiskey & Beer Taste (Jan. 25), Crystal Cajun Cook-Off (Jan. 26), Southern Comfort Taste of Soulard (Feb. 2-3), Beggin' Barkus Pet Parade and PetSmart Wiener Dog Derby (Feb. 3), River City Grand Parade (Feb. 9), and Lumiere Place Fat Tuesday Parade (Feb. 12). Admission For more information call 314-342-5000   or visit the event website
ANNUAL USO ARMED FORCES SALUTE St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2014 6 pm Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. 315 Chestnut Street The USO of Missouri host its Annual Armed Forces Salute Dinner to honor our local military heroes. Those honorees will be selected by their peers for their extraordinary bravery, loyalty, and heroism. The guest host this year is JAG star David James Elliot. The event will include a welcome reception, dinner, and award ceremony. Tickets required For more information or to purchase tickets visit the event website
ANNUAL POW WOW St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2014 10 am - 10 pm Washington University Athletic Complex Field House, 330 N. Big Bend Blvd. This annual event, hosted by the Kathryn M. Buder Center for American Indian Studies at the Brown School, allows visitors and participants to enjoy dancing, singing, drumming, arts, crafts and food at a traditional social gathering for Native Americans from all different tribal backgrounds. Grand entries take place at noon and 6 pm. Traditional arts and crafts booths and community information booths open at 10 am. Free For more information call 314-935-4510   or visit the event website
ANNUAL ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE & RUN St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2014 Downtown St. Louis Elaborate floats, marching bands, and giant helium-filled balloons fill the streets of St. Louis for the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade steps off at noon from 18th and Market streets and proceeds east to its conclusion at Broadway and Market streets. The 9 a.m. five-mile run precedes the parade which begins on Broadway outside of Busch Stadium, just north of Spruce Street and ends with a 500-meter downhill sprint to the finish in front of the Old Courthouse. Free, registration fee for the run For more information call 314-241-7287 (parade) or 314-231-2598 (run)   or visit the event website
WORLD EAGLE DAY Valley Park, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2014 10 am - 4 pm World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road, Valley Park Celebrate eagles from around the world! Lean more about these majestic creatures as well as fun raptor facts with presentations from our Naturalists throughout the day. Live eagle shows presented in our amphitheater. Photo opportunity with Bald Eagle. Concession stands. Free fun kids craft center. Tours of the wildlife hospital. Eagle gifts and souvenirs. Bring your camera! Free For more information call 636-225-4390 ext 0   or visit www.worldbirdsanctuary.org
WIZARD WORLD COMIC CON St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2014 Friday: 3 pm - 8 pm Saturday: 10 am - 7pm Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm America's Center, 701 Convention Plaza This event celebrates graphic novels, comic books, movies, TV shows, gaming, technology, toys and social networking. Also featured are celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premiers, gaming tournaments, panels and costume contests. Admission For more visit the event website
BACONFEST St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2014 11 am - 9 pm Kiener Plaza, downtown St. Louis Baconfest will be the ultimate appreciation to everything bacon, and The free all-day festival will features food vendors creating bacon-inspired dishes, bacon infused drinks, live music, bacon merchandise, and bacon art and bacon activities for the entire family. The centerpiece of Baconfest will be the World’s Largest Hog Log with a WORLD RECORD weight of 500 POUNDS cooked in a custom-built smoker...the ultimate bacon glory! Once cooked, Baconfest guests will have an opportunity to purchase a piece of history! Free For more visit the event website
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2014 6 pm - 9 pm Gateway Arch and Museum of Westward Expansion Meet historic characters and hear their tales of settling the American West. Enjoy hands on children's activities. Make your own branding iron, take part in Buffalo Chip Races, learn Keel Boat cordelling, explore a Tipi, and more. Hot dog dinner with chips and a drink included in ticket price. Admission. All kids will receive one free child's ticket for a future Gateway Arch Riverboat sightseeing cruise. Reservations required. For more information call 877-982-1410   or visit www.gatewayarch.com
THE ART FAIR AT QUEENY PARK Ballwin, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2014 Queeny Park, 550 Weidman Road and 1675 S. Mason Road Friday: 6 pm - 9 pm Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm This annual fine art and craft show is held by the Greater St. Louis Art Association and features over 140 national artists that exhibit their art in the following disciplines: clay/ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, acrylic, oil, watercolor, photography, sculpture, and wood. Admission For more information call 314-889-0433   or visit the event website
FUND RAISER FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2014 Registration at 1 pm Walk starts at 2 pm Forest Park, 1 Theatre Drive Join other walkers in this signature fundraising event of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. There will be food and music and volunteer opportunities are available. Lace up and step out to find a cure for MS. For more information call 314-781-9020   or visit www.gatewaymswalk.org
ENERGY FOR LIFE: ST. LOUIS WALKATHON St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2014 Registration 8 am, Walk 10 am - 2 pm Tower Grove Park, 4256 Magnolia Avenue Please join the St. Louis Metro Area Mito Group of the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation for the 3rd Annual Energy For Life: St. Louis Walkathon as we unite in support of those individuals and families affected by mitochondrial disease. The Energy For Life: St. Louis Walkathon offers all participants a fun-filled experience with entertainment, refreshments, mitochondrial disease resources, and much more! Start a corporate, school or family team today! For more visit the event website
BUG BONANZA Chesterfield, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2014 10 am The St. Louis Carousel at Faust Park, 15185 Olive Blvd. Celebrate Earth Day by enjoying a morning with our smaller "Friends." Bring a bag for the Bug Hunt in the historic village where 10,000 plastic bugs are hiding. Some have special prizes attached. Afterward, enjoy a presentation by the Butterfly House, face painting, fun & educational activities and a puppet show. Meet at the new Shelter at 9:50 am for instructions. For more information call 314-615-7373 or 314-615-8328
ST. LOUIS EARTH DAY FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2014 11 am - 6 pm The Muny Grounds in Forest Park This event features an Earth Day Cafe that features the tastes of St. Louis restaurants and food vendors with a performance stage, Earth Day Bazaar featuring trendy fashions and accessories made from recycled materials, Earth Day Way featuring organizations and companies making a difference by focusing time and energy on environmental issues, Earth Day Exhibit showcasing Green Models, Eco-Life and Art & Nature through demonstrations and hands-on activities and much more. Free For more information call 314-961-5838   or visit the event website
FULL MOON WETLAND WALK St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2014 7 pm - 9 pm Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, meet at the Visitor Center to car pool to the hike site. Take an evening walk through the wetlands at Columbia Bottom and discover nature through the sights and sounds abounding there. Migrating waterfowl use these wetlands for food and rest on their long journeys in fall and spring. Several species of toads and frogs use these wetlands at breeding time, and their choruses fill the night air. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear boots or shoes that can get muddy on this up to 3 mile walk. Free. Reservations begin April 12. Call 314-877-6014 Wed.-Fri., 8 am - 5 pm; Sat. & Sun., 8 am - 4 pm. For more information call 314-877-6014
WORLD WAR II WEEKEND St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2014 9 am - 4 pm Jefferson Barracks County Park, 345 North Road Stroll through military camps and talk with re-enactors representing the troops of the United States, Britain, Canada, the Soviet Union, and Germany from World War II. Battles will be held on Saturday at 10 am and 30 pm. and on Sunday at 12 pm. There will also be military vehicle displays, weapons demonstrations and a canteen dance. Free For more information call 314-961-5838
ST. LOUIS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 Various locations throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area During this annual festival more than 60 professional storytellers and their audiences gather during this four-day event for the telling of many delightful tales. The Festival is coordinated by Continuing Education, and the College of Arts & Sciences, Special Programs, at the University of Missouri– St. Louis, in partnership with various organizations throughout the St. Louis area. Free For more information call 314-516-5961   or visit the event website
ST. LOUIS MICROFEST BEER FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 Friday: 7 pm - 10 pm Saturday: Noon - 4 pm & 6 pm - 10 pm Upper Muny Parking Lot in Forest Park A St. Louis premiere annual craft beer tasting festival features beers from dozens of North American craft breweries and international beers, as well as great food from area restaurants. The event features over 80 craft beers and 50 international beers along with live music, homebrew competition, brewers’ Olympics and more. Admission For more information call 314-588-0007   or visit the event website
CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 11 am - 9 pm 2720 Cherokee Street A celebration of the rich Hispanic culture within the Cherokee neighborhood and surrounding south St. Louis area. This annual festival features live music on three separate stages, an assortment of authentic Mexican refreshments and other ethnic food and drinks. There will also be live art demonstrations, street performers, and a People's Joy Parade at 1:11 pm. The festival expands on the eastern corner of Cherokee Street and Iowa Street with the addition of a fourth stage. Free For more information call 314-632-6498   or visit the event website
NIGHT SKY OVER BABLER Babler State Park Wildwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 6 pm - 10 pm Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, River Hills Visitor Center Come out to Babler State Park for a fun evening under the stars. The evening will kick off at 6 pm at the visitor center with a hands-on program by the St. Louis Science Center exploring the elements that make up our solar system. Then head outside at 7 pm where St. Louis Astronomical Society members will have telescopes available for viewing the night sky. Please bring your binoculars, lawn chairs, blankets, and flash-lights! Free For more information call 636-458-3813
ST. LOUIS FINE PRINT, RARE BOOK & PAPER ARTS FAIR St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm J.C. Penny Building, University of Missouri St. Louis This annual fair features local and national print and rare book dealers offering first editions and illustrated books, fine art prints, drawings, photographs and ephemera. The Fair has something to offer both experienced and new collectors, including everything from Old Master and European prints to botanicals, ornithology, sporting scenes, maps, and Works Progress Administration-era treasures. Proceeds from the fair will support the Library’s acquisition and conservation funds. Artist’s demonstrations and lectures will also be featured throughout the weekend. Admission For more information call 314-516-6740
ART FAIR AT LAUMEIER Kirkwood, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 Friday: 6 pm - 10 pm Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm Laumeier Sculpture Park Art Fair at Laumeier is a nationally acclaimed fine art and craft fair at Laumeier Sculpture Park, one of the world’s premier open-air museums. A highly competitive juried show, the art fair receives over 1,000 applications, of which 150 nationally recognized artists representing clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking/drawing, sculpture and wood are selected to participate. In addition to the artwork, food and drink from a variety of vendors is available and two stages provide exciting adult and children’s entertainment. Creation Location provides hands-on art activities for children and demonstrations by both performing and visual artists. Admission For more information call 314-821-1209   or visit the event website
TOUR DE GROVE St. Louis, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am Commerce Bank, 4019 Chouteau Avenues, (use the lot on the north side) Ride some of the most popular cycling routes to and from west St. Louis County on this fun, somewhat challenging ride recommended for experienced cyclists on short, medium, and long routes. After the ride, enjoy watching the pros compete in the Tour de Grove, the main event of the Missouri Professional Cycling Series. Fees: On-line - $8 member, $13 non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member, $3 child For more information visit www.trailnet.org
THORNHILL OPEN HOUSE Chesterfield, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2014 1 pm - 5 pm Thornhill Mansion at Faust Park, 15185 Olive Blvd. Visit the home of Missouri's second governor, Frederick Bates, and learn about his role in forming the state into what it is today. The house is partially furnished. Also open to tour are the 1820s and 1860s barns, the smokehouse, ice house, peach orchard and blacksmith shop. The estate also includes the family cemetery, burial site of the governor, his wife, Nancy, and two of their four children. Free For more information call 636-532-7298

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