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April 2006
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Saturday,
April 29
1ST ANNUAL WINGS OF SPRING CONFLUENCE BIRDING
FESTIVAL
A partnership of organizations within the Confluence Greenway is
spotlighting birding opportunities where the great rivers meet.
The Mississippi Flyway is a nationally significant migratory flyway,
rich in habitat and species diversity. Visitors can expect to see
land-based and water-based species in addition to shorebirds.
Based at Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary near Alton, Ill., the
event will include programs and activities for all levels of birding
interest including educational programs, speakers, vendors, on-site
tours of migratory shore birds and guided birding tours at other
Confluence sites.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For information contact the Alton Convention and Visitors Bureau
at (800) 258-6645 or visit www.wingsofspring.org.
Continuing through May 21
"MONET IN THE 20TH CENTURY"
A one-gallery installation focusing on the late paintings of the
celebrated Impressionist artist Claude Monet. Visitors are encouraged
to view this installation in concert with the featured exhibition
“Impressionist Camera: Pictorial Photography in Europe, 1888-1918.”
“Impressionist Camera” will be on view through May 14 in the Museum’s
Main Exhibition Galleries.
Saint Louis Art Museum, call (314) 721-0072 or visit www.slam.org.
April 4, 11, 18, 25 & 29
EXPERIENCE ST. LOUIS
Offered in partnership with the RCGA. Experience St. Louis is an
opportunity for executives and spouses who are new to the area to
get an insider’s look at the region.
Four consecutive Tuesday evening sessions, from 5:30-9 p.m., and
the Saturday tour is from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Weeknight gatherings
consist of a social hour, followed by a presentation and dinner.
Fees are $800 for one executive and $1400 for an executive and spouse.
For more information or to register, visit www.focus-stl.org
or contact Deb Cottin at (314) 622-1250 x117 or debc@focus-stl.org.
Wednesday and Thursday, April 5 and 6
THE 7TH ANNUAL INVESTMIDWEST VENTURE CAPITAL
FORUM.
Features two presentation tracks, a life science track and a technology/general
business track. A.G. Edwards National Headquarters in St. Louis.
For more information, visit www.investmidwestforum.com
or call (314) 444-1151.
Sunday, April 9-12
BIO 2006 ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) will hold its BIO
2006 Annual International Convention for the first time in the Midwest
at Chicago’s McCormick Place Convention Center. Over 20,000 biotech
executives, investors, journalists, policy makers and scientists
from more than 60 countries are expected to attend. The convention
features more than 150 sessions and workshops, the world’s largest
biotech partnering forum, six plenary sessions, more than 1,500
exhibitors, evening receptions, a career fair, and international
representation from all around the globe. www.bio.org/events/2006.
Tuesday, April 11
BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS SHOWCASE
The St. Charles Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business-to-Business
Showcase During the Showcase the Chamber will also host Chamber
University, a seminar series on timely topics to help your business.
Seminar topics include: Small Business Start-Up, Effective Networking
with Cheri Hanstein, Marketing Your Business, Mental Health in the
Workplace and a Technology Panel Discussion on a wide variety of
topics 2 to 8 p.m.
St. Charles Convention Center For information, contact Heidi Fairbanks
at (636) 946-0633 or www.stcharleschamber.org.
Wednesday, April 12
RCGA BREAKFAST WITH THE GAZELLES
Co-sponsored by KWMU 90.7 FM
Presenters: Lewis Levey, Chairman, Enhanced Value Strategies Inc.
and John Dubinsky, President & CEO, Westmoreland Associates LLC
“CORTEX…St. Louis’ Life Sciences District”
7:15 - 8 a.m. Networking and Continental Breakfast
8 - 9 a.m. Program
Cortex 1, 4320 Forest Park Blvd.
$20 RCGA Members; $35 Non-Members
Reservations: Contact Lori Meier at RCGA (314) 444-1147 or lmeier@stlrcga.org
Thursday, April 27
ST. LOUIS SPEAKER SERIES
Presented by Maryville University and Sponsored by RCGA
Christine Todd Whitman After years in local government and business,
in 1994 she was elected to two terms as the first woman Governor
of New Jersey. She joined President George W. Bush’s cabinet as
Administrator of the EPA until mid-2003. She is currently on the
Leadership Council of the Republican Pro-Choice Coalition and author
of the New York Times bestseller, It’s My Party Too, published in
January of 2005.
8 p.m.
Powell Symphony Hall
For more information contact John Diefenbach at (314) 444-1184.
Thursday, April 27 through May 1
57TH ANNUAL GREATER ST. LOUIS BOOK FAIR
Largest book fair in the Midwest to benefit the Nursery Foundation
of St. Louis.
Westfield West County Famous-Barr.
www.stlouisbookfair.org.
Saturday, April 29
COCACABANA 2006
COCAcabana is the St. Louis party that can’t be topped.
6:30 p.m.: Cocktails and Silent Auction
8 p.m.: Live Auction and Dinner
9:30 p.m. - 12 midnight: Dancing to The Free Spirit Band
COCA, 524 Trinity Ave.
$250 each Individual Level or $400 each Patron Level For information,
call (314) 725-1834 x134.
April 30 - May 3
NATIONAL BUSINESS INCUBATION ASSOCIATION'S
20TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS INCUBATION
Join the National Business Incubation Association at the 20th International
Conference on Business Incubation in St. Louis, to learn how your
incubation program can be Cultivating the Seeds of Innovation through
entrepreneurship support. With more than 60 educational sessions
covering all aspects of business incubation and numerous networking
and special events, the conference will provide a perfect opportunity
to gather the information and tools you need to create a nurturing
environment for your clients.
Hyatt Regency St. Louis at Union Station For more details, go to
www.nbia.org/nbia_events/conf2006,
or email education@nbia.org.
April 30 through Oct. 31
"GLASS IN THE GARDEN: CHIHULY AT THE
MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN"
Stunning colorful glass sculptures inspired by nature, custom designed
for the Garden by renowned artist Dale Chihuly. Outdoors and inside
the Missouri Botanical Garden Climatron conservatory, the primary
exhibit location.
Climatron admission is $6 Mon. through Thurs., $8 Fri. through Sun.
Open 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily and 6 to 10 p.m. during “Chihuly
Nights” on Thursdays ($15; $10 Garden members). Presented by Emerson.
Wednesday, May 3
MISSOURI BUSINESS LEADERSHIP NETWORK SPRING
EVENT
Guest Speaker: Joyce Bender, CEO/President Bender Consulting Services
Inc. and Bender Consulting Services of Canada Inc. Both companies
specialize in creating employment opportunities for people with
disabilities in information technology, engineering, finance/accounting,
human resources and general business areas.
8 to 11 a.m.
Brown Shoe Co., 8300 Maryland Ave. (314) 821-7151.
Thursday, May 11
8TH ANNUAL BUSINESS EXPO/BUSINESS AFTER
HOURS/TASTE OF AREA RESTAURANTS
Co-hosted by RCGA and Creve Coeur/Olivette Chamber of Commerce 3
to 7 p.m. Harrah’s Hotel & Casino Free Admission to RCGA and Creve
Coeur/ Olivette Chamber members
To reserve a booth or to attend, call Melissa Kline at (314) 569-3536.
Tuesday, May 16
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
From his offices in Chicago at The Boeing Company Headquarters,
W. James McNerney Jr., Chairman, President and CEO of The Boeing
Company, Chicago, Ill. will visit St. Louis to speak on international
business topics at a breakfast program sponsored by the Boeing Institute
of International Business at Saint Louis University’s John Cook
School of Business. The event is complimentary, reservations are
required. 8 a.m. Busch Student Center Ballroom at Saint Louis University.
Visit http://biib.slu.edu for more information.
Thursday, May 25
RCGA BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Hosted by: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Ballroom 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
$5 RCGA members; $15 non-RCGA members $100 for a limited number
of Exhibit Tables Please call the reservations line at (314) 444-1158.
Wednesday, June 14
RCGA BREAKFAST WITH THE GAZELLES
“What’s Happening with Power, Particularly in Illinois”
Presenter: Gary L. Rainwater, Chairman, President & CEO, Ameren
Corp. Co-sponsored by KWMU 90.7 FM
7:15 - 8 a.m. Networking and Continental Breakfast
8- 9 a.m.
Program Regional Collaboration Center on 12th Floor One Metropolitan
Square, Validated parking in the building
$20 RCGA members; $35 non-members Reservations: Contact Lori Meier
at RCGA (314) 444-1147 or lmeier@stlrcga.org.
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