Saturday
and Sunday, Oct. 7 & 8
15TH ANNUAL BEST OF MISSOURI MARKET AT
THE MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN
Nearly 35 new vendors, more than 120 Missouri food producers
and artisans, and entertainment for the whole family. 8:30 a.m.
to 5:30 p.m. www.mobot.org
Thursday, Oct. 12
RCGA PUBLIC POLICY COUNCIL WELCOMES: U.S.
SENATOR JIM TALENT
7:30 to 8 a.m.: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8 a.m. to 9 a.m.: Presentation and Q&A session
Regional Collaboration Center in One Metropolitan Square – 12th
Floor $15 for RCGA Members, $25 for Non-Members
RSVP by Tues., Oct. 10 to Michele “Mike” Walsh by fax at (314)
206-3255 or email: mwalsh@stlrcga.org.
Cancellation policy: Please give 48 hours notice to avoid being
billed. Note: The RCGA does not endorse candidates for elected
office; this event is for the informational purposes of its
members.
Thursday, Oct. 12
MARKETCAST 2007
Hosted by The Civic Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO)
Tom Gardner, co-founder of The Motley Fool will be joined by
Dr. Sherry Cooper, global economic strategist and executive
vice president of Harris Bank (Chicago) and BMO Financial Group
(Toronto); and by popular demand we are bringing back Alan Beaulieu,
an economist with the Institute for Trend Research (ITR). Mike
Jensen, former NBC News Emmy-award-winning chief financial correspondent,
will serve as moderator.
America’s Center Ballroom
www.ceo-stlouis.org.
Thursdays, Oct. 12, 19, 26, and 28 (Saturday
tour), and Nov. 2. “EXPERIENCE ST.
LOUIS”
A joint program of FOCUS St. Louis and the RCGA, for recently
relocated senior-level executives and their spouses to get an
insider's look at the region. Newcomers learn what makes our
community tick, and challenges them to take an active leadership
role. Sessions are held at significant sites around the region.
Speakers are outstanding leaders who influence decisions made
in the community.
Sessions begin at 5:30 p.m. with a networking hour, followed
by a presentation and dinner. For the Saturday session from
8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., participants enjoy a St. Louis Sites and
Sounds Tour. Contact Deb Cottin at (314) 622-1250 x117 or debc@focus-stl.org.
Friday through Sunday, Oct. 13-15
SECOND ANNUAL ST. LOUIS WINE FESTIVAL
Each day provides a variety of tastings, wine & food education
and entertainment.
Forest Park, Grand Basin at Art Hill Tickets can be purchased
at the festival entrance, by calling (888) 210-0074 or ordered
online at www.stlouiswinefestival.com.
Saturday, Oct. 14
TRIVIA NIGHT AND SILENT AUCTION
100% of the proceeds will benefit The Shriner’s Hospital for
Children and The Ronald McDonald House.
7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
One City Centre, 18th Floor
$20 per person or $160 for a table of eight.
Email Jen at jbarton@pcblawfirm.com
Continuing Oct. 15 through Jan. 7
“NEW IRELAND: ART OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC”
A remarkable exhibition of art objects from a group of remote
islands located in the southwest Pacific Ocean. The exhibition
opens in St. Louis, its only U.S. venue, before traveling to
Paris and Berlin.
Saint Louis Art Museum
www.slam.org
Wednesday, Oct. 18
RCGA BREAKFAST WITH THE GAZELLES
Co-sponsored by KWMU-FM “The Changing Retail Atmosphere in the
St. Louis Region” Presenter: William P. McNamara, Chairman and
CEO Macy’s Midwest Division Federated Department Stores
7:15 – 9 a.m.
One Metropolitan Square, 12th Floor
Validated Parking in the building
Cost: $20 RCGA Members; $35 Non-Members
Reserve: Lori Meier at (314) 444-1147 or lmeier@stlrcga.org
Wednesday, Oct. 25
RCGA BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Hosted by: Gateway Center Collinsville, Ill.
5:30 to 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
Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 26-28
IMPACT ST. LOUIS
“Building a Healthy Community” A two-and-a-half day seminar
for mid-level executives, entrepreneurs, educators, and community
volunteers interested in playing a role in the success of the
region. Features an insiders’ hospital tour, a look at the healthcare
crisis regionally and nationally, an overview of best practices
for child welfare, and exercises regarding public speaking and
mediation skill building. Contact Deb Cottin at (314) 622-1250
x117 or debc@focus-stl.org.
Saturday, Nov. 4
WINGS OF HOPE “HOPE-HEALING-PEACE” DINNER
AND AUCTION
This exclusive event helps to fund the Wings of Hope St. Louis
Medical Relief and Air Transport program. This only service
of its kind in the U.S., helps less fortunate families find
and access healthcare that will save their lives.
Sheraton Lakeside Chalet–Westport
5:30 p.m. cocktails; 6:45 p.m. gourmet dinner
Tickets are $100 per individual or a table of ten for $1000.
For more information, please call (636) 537-1302.
Saturday, Nov. 4
FOCUS ST. LOUIS’ 4TH ANNUAL MOVE & SHAKE
Proceeds will directly support FOCUS St. Louis’ efforts to develop
leadership, influence policy, and promote community connections
throughout the bi-state region. Dance and mingle with more than
400 movers and shakers, and bid on luxurious silent auction
items. 8 p.m. to midnight
Historic Old Post Office in Downtown St. Louis, 815 Olive
$50/person, includes appetizers, desserts and drinks.
Dress: casual, live music: The Rhythm Rockers.
Contact: Debra White at (314) 622-1250 or debraw@focus-stl.org
Thursday, Nov. 9
ST. LOUIS SPEAKER SERIES
Presented by Maryville University and Sponsored by RCGA Aron
Ralston: Mountaineer, Author & Survivalist What started out
as a routine hike, turned nearly fatal when he was trapped under
an 800 lb. boulder 100 feet down in a narrow Utah “slip” Canyon.
After six days of hell, trying everything possible to free himself,
he videotaped his goodbyes to family and friends before doing
the unthinkable… and thankfully lived to share his story with
us! 8 p.m.
Powell Symphony Hall
For more information contact John Diefenbach at (314) 444-1184
Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10-11
REALIZING NATURE’S POTENTIAL: THE ONCE
AND FUTURE KING OF DRUG DISCOVERY
A symposium honoring the lifetime achievements of Dr. Gordon
Cragg of the National Cancer Institute, presented by the William
L. Brown Center for Plant Genetic Resources. As part of the
two-day tribute, leading research scientists from academic and
corporate programs will present results of cutting-edge science
in the natural products field. Missouri Botanical Garden
Contact: Dr. James S. Miller at (314) 577-9503 or james.miller@mobot.org
Wednesday, Nov. 15
GLOBAL BUSINESS OUTLOOK CONFERENCE
Impact of Energy Issues on Business Security and Food (with
special reference to China and India)
Presentations will be given by: D.P. (Darin) Narayana,
Chairman & Co-Founder, ANSR Source; Reid Detchon, Executive
Director, Energy Future Coalition; Tony Arnold, President
& CEO, The Solae Company; Kurt Campbell, Senior Vice
President, Henry A. Kissinger Chair in National Security;
Richard Armitage, President, Armitage International LLC
and Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State.
Saint Louis University’s Busch Student Center.
Call (314) 977-3898 to register or visit http://biib.slu.edu
Wednesday, Dec. 13
18TH ANNUAL MEDIA PERSONS OF THE YEAR SCHOLARSHIP
DINNER
Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis to honor CBS’ Russ Mitchell,
anchor of the “CBS Evening News” weekend editions and a native
St. Louisan. 6 p.m. Sheraton Westport Chalet For ticket information,
call (636) 227-2100, ext. 1973, or write stlpressclub@logan.edu.
