Continuing Saturday,
January 10 through February 21
HOUSKA "HI-DEF"
Bold. Optimistic. Electric!
The vibrating,
pop-art palette of St. Louis artist Charles Houska will be on view in a solo exhibition of 22 brand new paintings at phd gallery. Houska’s collection of acrylic on canvas,
original works will be on
display and for purchase. phd gallery, 2300 Cherokee St. phdstl.com
Thursday, January 15
RCGA'S 172ND ANNUAL DINNER AND MEETING
The evening will be the presentation of the Right Arm of St. Louis Award, the RCGA’s most prestigious honor, and presented annually to a person or persons who have made outstanding contributions to the St. Louis region.The evening will also include an overview of this year’s accomplishments and a look forward into 2009.
Renaissance St. Louis Grand & Suites Hotel,
Majestic Ballroom
5:30 p.m. Reception
6:45 to 9 p.m. Dinner & Program
For information and reservations, contact Mary Barbeau at RCGA, (314) 444-1103 or mbarbeau@stlrcga.org.
Tuesday, January 20
ST. LOUIS SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTED BY MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY
George Mitchell, Former Senate Majority Leader,
Ambassador and Good Friday Peace Accord NegotiatorAs Senate Majority Leader, he was 6 times voted “the most respected Senator.” He was asked by the British and Irish governments to chair the Northern Ireland peace negotiations. His work resulted in the Good Friday Peace Accords, which ended decades of conflict. Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig asked him to investigate steroid use, which led to the Mitchell Report.
8 to 9:30 p.m.
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 N. Grand Blvd.
(314) 533-7888
Sponsored by KWMU, Gallop, Johnson & Neuman, LC and RCGA.
www.stlouisspeakerseries.org
Saturday, January 24
JUNGLE JACK HANNA
For the first time in St. Louis, Jack Hanna will appear on the COCA stage for three live performances. He brings many animals with him, as well as fascinating stories about his adventures.
11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.
COCA, 524 Trinity Ave.
cocastl.org
Monday, January 26
2009 ST. LOUIS ARTS AWARD
The Arts and Education Council is proud to announce the 2009 St. Louis Arts Awards honorees. Presented since 1992, the St. Louis Arts Awards honors groups and individuals who help preserve a legacy of artistic excellence and enrich St. Louis’ cultural community.
Khorassan Room, Chase Park Plaza:
6 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner
The event is chaired by William A. Donius, Chairman of Pulaski Bank, who is joined by co-chairs James Castellano, Chairman of RubinBrown LLP, and his wife, Karen.
Lifetime Achievement in the Arts - Jeanne Trevor; Excellence in Philanthropy - Laurance L. and Virginia Browning Jr.; Excellence in the Arts - Cinema
St. Louis; Excellence in the Arts - Robert Powell;
Art Educator of the Year - Sr. Patricia Giljum; CSJ, Arts Innovator - Jessica HentoffFor information, contact the Council at
(314) 289-4003 or visit www.keeparthappening.org.
Tuesday, January 27
“MANAGING TALENT: BUSINESS CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN A DYNAMIC ECONOMY” SYMPOSIUM
Dr. Cappelli, one of the world’s foremost authorities on human capital management, will lead the Symposium at the Lee Theater, M. Touhill Performing Arts Center, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Joining him in a dialogue on the issues and opportunities facing the St. Louis region will be a roundtable of senior human resource professionals from area firms.For registration information, please visitwww.gotostlouis.org/documents/gsw.
Friday, January 30
HBA ASSOCIAATES CHARITABLE AUCTION
Benefitting the Home Builders Charitable Foundation (HBCF) features more than 100 items via a silent and live auction. Auction proceeds are distributed throughout the year to help provide assistance in housing to people and organizations with special shelter needs. To date, the HBCF has donated more than 1.2 million dollars to more than 50 organizations.
6 to 10 p.m.
The Columns Banquet Center
711 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy., St. Charles, MO 63303
Admission is $49 per person and includes hors d’oeuvres and open bar. You can register online atwww.stlhba.com/eventsor call Renee Mincher at (314) 994-7700 x118 for more information.
Sunday, February 1
THE BIG READ
Hosted by Foundry Art Centre and St. Charles City/County Library District.The Foundry Art Centre received a grant from the National Endowment of the Arts to host The Big Read, a national initiative to promote literary reading. The Big Read will take place in St. Charles and surrounding communities beginning February 1 and continuing throughout the month. Kick-off date for The Big Read is Sunday February 1, at the Foundry Art Centre, 520 North Main Center. Festivities include a personal appearance of the Gateway Sled Dogs and a concert performed by the St. Charles County Symphony.
Locally, sponsors include: AmerenUE, the City of Cottleville, City of
St. Charles Arts and Culture Commission, and Hazelwood and Weber LLC.
Sunday, February 8
MARDI GRAS MAMBO—THE NEVILLE BROTHERS WITH DR. JOHN AND THE LOWER 911
The Neville Brothers and Dr. John bring their
first ever combined tour to The Sheldon stage to benefit Sheldon Educational Programs which serve over 20,000 St. Louis area students each year.
7 p.m.
The Sheldon Concert Hall
www.TheSheldon.org
Wednesday, February 11
BREAKFAST WITH THE GAZELLES
Presenter: Roman Kulich, president & CEO, Coventry Health Care/GHP
7:15 to 9 a.m.
Location: Missouri Athletic Club
$30 for RCGA members, $40 for non-members
Includes Continental Breakfast
Free Parking
For reservations, contact
Lori Meier at (314) 444-1147 or gazelles@stlrcga.org
Sponsored by: St. Louis Post Dispatch
Tuesday, February 17
ST. LOUIS SPEAKERS SERIES
Presented by Maryville University David Brooks, Political Commentator, Author and New York Times Columnist This political analyst, commentator, author and New York Times columnist brings audiences face-to-face with the spirit of our times and does it with humor, insight and passion. He is a keen observer of our American way of life, as well as a savvy analyst of present day politics and foreign affairs. He can be seen regularly on News Hour with Jim Lehrer and NPR’s All Things Considered.
8 to 9:30 p.m.
Powell Symphony Hall, 718 N. Grand Blvd.
(314) 533-7888Sponsored by KWMU, Gallop,
Johnson & Neuman, LC and RCGA.
www.stlouisspeakerseries.org
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