Saturday, April 5
WALL BALL 08
Pulsating. Hypnotic. Electrifying. Wall Ball is arguably one of St. LouisÕ most notorious annual events, engaging an eclectic mix of artists, patrons and admirers.More than 40 artists working live
at annual SCOSAG fundraiser.
7 to 11 p.m.
Third Degree Glass Factory, 5200 Delmar
$35 in advance, $50 at the door
Contact Rachel McCalla of Lucky You Productions at (314) 773-4985 and visit www.scosag.org for the latest details.
Wednesday, April 9
RCGA BREAKFAST WITH THE GAZELLES
Presenter: Tessa Greenspan, President & CEO, Sappington FarmersÕ Market ÒFarm to Family, NaturallyÓ ÒStaying 1 Step Ahead
of the CompetitionÑBusiness StrategyÓ
7:15 to 8 a.m.: Registration, Networking and
Continental Breakfast.
8 to 9 a.m. Program
Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis,
999 N. 2nd Street, Ballroom - 6th Floor
All parking complimentary valet - in front of hotel.
No Charge.
To register, contact Lori Meier at
(314) 444-1147 or gazelles@stlrcga.org
Thursday, April 10
RCGA BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
ÒGet Your Green OnÓ at Gateway Center and help us celebrate Earth Day 2008.
Enjoy our ÒGreen CuisineÓ with sustainable foods fresh from area farmers. While you dine and network, learn easy ways to be more environmentally friendly, both personally and professionally.
5 to 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 for RCGA and chamber members,
$15 for non-members. A limited number of exhibit tables are available for $100 each. Information and reservations: contact Lori Meier at
(314) 444-1147 or bah@stlrcga.org
The Gateway Center,
One Gateway Dr., Collinsville, Ill.
www.gatewaycenter.com
Tuesday, April 22
ST. LOUIS SPEAKERS SERIES
Presented by Maryville University and
sponsored by RCGA, Gallop, Johnson and
Neuman and KWMU-FM.
The Capitol Steps Political Satire Troupe
These hilarious political satirists have more than 62 years of experience on Capitol Hill working in 18 different congressional offices. They have produced 26 comedy albums, including their latest, IÕm So Indicted. TheyÕve been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC, and four times a year on NPRÕs
Politics Takes a Holiday.
8 to 9:30 p.m.
Powell Symphony Hall,
718 N. Grand Blvd.
For more information,
contact John Diefenbach at (314)-444-1184.
April 27 through October 31
NIKI
Missouri Botanical Garden presents colorful, playful mosaic sculptures by Niki De Saint Phalle. Thirty-nine mosaic and painted sculptures gathered from around
the world will be placed throughout the Garden.
ÒNiki NightsÓ will be offered Thursdays, May through September and will feature casual outdoor dining and family entertainment from 5 to 9 p.m.
Missouri Botanical Garden
www.mobot.org
Wednesday, April 30
THE GATEWAY TO INNOVATION CONFERENCE
Experience the annual daylong event highlighting innovation in St. Louis and the resulting opportunities that help drive business growth and improve the quality of life in the region.
The conference is designed to recognize and
promote IT innovation that drives economic growth across all industries in the St. Louis region.
Organizers include the St. Louis RCGA, Innovate St. Louis, the Coalition for Plant and Life Sciences, the Information Technology Coalition, the St. Louis Science Center and the Society for Information Management.
National and local speakers include:
Dr. Rob AtkinsonÑPresident of the Information
Technology Innovation Forum, Washington D.C.
Cathy Lasser, Vice President, Industry Solutions and Emerging Business, IBM
The distinguished Convergence and Innovation panel, moderated by Don Tennant,
Vice President/Editorial Director,
Computerworld and InfoWorld magazines
12 Industry Leaders will provide insightful, actionable information during breakout presentations.
Millennium Hotel in St. Louis
For more information, contact Bill Stephenson, bill@stlinnovate.com, or call 1-866-944-0944.
Conference details are available at
www.stlinnovate.com.
May 1-4
2008 GREATER ST. LOUIS BOOK FAIR
The largest Book Fair in the Midwest sponsored
by Macy's, First Bank and West County Center includes its ever-popular auction and sale of an enormous array of materials.
West County Macy's
Thurs.: 4 to 10 p.m., $10 admission first night only; auction items preview, 6:30 p.m.; opening night auction, 7:30 p.m.
Admission is FREE remainder of the fair.
Fri.: 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Sat.: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. for persons with disabilities
Sat.: 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Sun.: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Half-Price Day
Proceeds benefit the Nursery Foundation of St. Louis and other local charities.
www.stlouisbookfair.org
Saturday, May 3
START! HEART WALK
As the signature fund-raising event for the American Heart Association since 1994, the Heart Walk promotes physical activity and heart-healthy living in a fun family environment. The Start! Heart Walk is presented locally by First Bank.
Forest Park, Frontier Park
and GCS Grizzlies Stadium.
To get involved, visit
www.heartwalk.kintera.org/stlouis
or call (314) 692-5600.
Tuesday, May 6
RCGA BREAKFAST WITH THE GAZELLES
Presenter: Daniel P. Getman, Ph.D.,
Vice PresidentÑGlobal Research & Development Site Director St. Louis Laboratories, Pfizer Inc.
ÒThe Long Road to a New MedicineÓ
7:15 to 8 a.m. Registration, Networking and
Continental Breakfast.
8 to 9 a.m. Program
Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis,
999 N. 2nd Street, Ballroom - 6th Floor
All parking complimentary valet -
in front of hotel.
No Charge.
To register, contact:
Lori Meier at (314) 444-1147
or gazelles@stlrcga.org
Saturday, May 10
JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION DREAM GALA
An evening of legendary Hollywood
glamour with Kevin Kline.
Kemp Auto Museum
(314) 726-6778
Monday, May 12
RCGA BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
St. Louis College of Pharmacy
Cost to attend: $5 RCGA Members;
$15 Non-members
Exhibit Tables @ $100
More information (314) 444-1158
Wednesday, May 14
ROTARY CLUB OF ST. LOUIS' CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
A benefit for First Tee of St. Louis at Norman Probstein Golf Course in
Forest Park. The four-person scramble
with shotgun start at noon.
Cost is $150 per person and includes lunch, dinner, open bar and appetizers before dinner, prizes and beverages on the course.
For more information please contact:
(314) 894-1759.
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