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September
Continuing
through Monday, September 6
LEWIS AND CLARK: THE NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL EXHIBIT
Features hundreds of rare artifacts and documents on display together for the first time since 1806
Sponsored by Missouri Historical Society
10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday
Missouri History Museum, Forest Park
$12 adults, $10 seniors, $6 children ages 6 to 18, free for children 5 and under
For more information call (314) 361-9017;
for tickets call MetroTix at (314) 534-1111
www.mohistory.org
Wednesday, September 1
through Sunday, September 12
"1904: ART AT THE FAIR"
Exhibit of original prints, drawings and
photographs by artists represented at the
St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904
Curated by Phillip Prodger
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
(open until 9 p.m. Fridays)
Saint Louis Art Museum
One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park
For more information call (314) 721-0072
www.slam.org
 An original 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair poster, Saint Louis Art Museum. |
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Wednesday, September 1
through Sunday, September 19
"HEAVEN IN A WILDFLOWER: WILLIAM BLAKE'S BOOK OF JOB"
Exhibit that features selections from Blake’s
suite of engravings illustrating the Old Testament’s Book of Job
Curated by Phillip Prodger
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
(open until 9 p.m. Fridays)
Saint Louis Art Museum
One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park
For more information call (314) 721-0072
www.slam.org
Wednesday, September 1
through Sunday, October 24
"UNIVERSITY CITY CERAMICS" ART EXHIBITION
Features 50 outstanding objects that illustrate the quality and diversity of ceramics made in University City from 1910 to 1914
Curated by David Conradsen
Sponsored by Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
(open until 9 p.m. Fridays)
Saint Louis Art Museum
One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park
For more information call (314) 721-0072
www.slam.org
Friday, September 3
through Monday, September 6
ST. LOUIS COUNTY FAIR & AIR SHOW
Air show featuring U.S. Navy Blue Angels; carnival rides; static aircraft display; kids activities; Budweiser Clydesdales; concerts and more
Sponsored by Anheuser-Busch Cos.,
The Boeing Company, Emerson, Pepsi-Cola,
Ford Motor Company, Dierbergs, Circuit City
5 to 10 p.m. Friday
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday
Spirit of St. Louis Airport, Chesterfield
Admission free on Friday
$8 general admission, $4 children ages 6 to 12 and seniors 60 and older, free for children under 5
For more information contact (636) 530-9386
www.stlcofair.org
Saturday, September 4
CLAYTON FARMERS' MARKET
Chef-run farmers’ market; live music;
chefs’ demonstrations on food preparation
Sponsored by City of Clayton and
Chefs’ Collaborative
8 a.m. to noon
Runs every Saturday through October 30, 2004
North Central Avenue in downtown Clayton
For more information contact Julie Ridlon at
(314) 645-5807
Saturday, September 4
through Sunday, September 5
BIG MUDDY BLUES FESTIVAL
Live music from the hottest local, regional and national blues bands on four stages throughout Laclede’s Landing
6 to 10 p.m. Saturday
Noon to 10 p.m. Sunday
Laclede’s Landing
For more information call (314) 241-5875
www.lacledeslanding.org/events
| Big Muddy Blues Festival 2003. |
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Saturday, September 4
through Monday, September 6
JAPANESE FESTIVAL
A celebration of Japanese culture that features taiko drum performances, merchandise, food, music, dancing, martial arts demonstrations and more
10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday (Labor Day)
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
$10 adults, $7 seniors, $3 Garden members, $3 children ages 3 to 12, free for members’ children (18 and under)
For more information call (314) 577-9400 or
(800) 642-8842
www.mobot.org
| The Japanese Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden. |
| Japanese Festival features taiko drum performances
at the Missouri Botanical Garden. |
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Wednesday, September 8
PARTIES IN THE PARK
Featuring Well Hungarians; food and drink;
Martini Lounge
Presented by Commerce Bank and Y-98 FM
5 to 8 p.m.
Clayton’s Shaw Park
www.claytonparties.com/
Thursday, September 9
through Wednesday, October 24
MATERIAL CULTURE: CRAFT OF ISRAEL
Contemporary craft is an art form that spans the globe. In collaboration with the Sister Cities project of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, Craft Alliance is proud to showcase the fine contemporary craft of artists living in Israel today.
Curated by Shoshana Dagan
Craft Alliance
6640 Delmar Blvd.
For more information call (314) 725-1177
Friday, September 10
"WHEELS IN MOTION" CAR SHOW
Charity car show; live entertainment; raffle and door prizes; food available
Benefits the National Children’s Cancer Society
Sponsored by Wheels in Motion
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Westport Plaza
$15/car entry; public invited free
For more information call Elliott Cytron at
(314) 878-0534
eljaytron@yahoo.com
Friday, September 10
AMERICAN INDIAN DAYS POWWOW
Featuring American Indian dancing, crafts and food
Sponsored by Eastern Missouri All Nations American Indian Council and the City of
Woodson Terrace
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Woodside Terrace City Park
For more information call Martin at
(636) 294-8732
moindiancouncil@aol.com
Friday, September 10
through Sunday, September 12
ST. LOUIS ART FAIR
Free event that features art from 165 artists around the country, food from 20 of St. Louis’ finest restaurants, and activities for children
Sponsored by Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the City of Clayton and St. Louis County
5 to 10 p.m. Friday
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
Streets of downtown Clayton
For more information call (314) 863-0278
www.saintlouisartfair.com
| St. Louis Art Fair, downtown Clayton. |
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Friday, September 10
through Sunday, November 21
KEITH PIPER ART EXHIBITION
Piper, a British Pittsburgh-based artist, collaborates with St. Louis-based software company Heuris and Panasonic to create an exhibition using high-definition television (HDTV)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday
10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
3750 Washington Boulevard
$5 adults, $3 seniors and students,
free for children 12 and under, free on Thursdays
For more information call (314) 535-4660
www.contemporarystl.org
Friday, September 10
through Sunday, November 28
"CURRENTS 92: ANNA KUPERBERG"
Photography exhibit by Anna Kuperberg, who has spent more than 10 years photographing St. Louis and capturing the essence of city life, primarily on the city’s South Side
Curated by Phillip Prodger
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
(open until 9 p.m. Fridays)
Saint Louis Art Museum
One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park
For more information call (314) 721-0072
www.slam.org
Friday, September 10
through Sunday, December 5
"RADIANT FORMS IN CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE"
Features Richard Meier and the Jubilee Church, and Steven Holl and the Chapel of St. Ignatius
Photographs, architectural drawings and documents relating to recent commissions by two of the world’s most highly regarded architects
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
Opening reception Friday, September 10,
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Religious Art,
Nave Gallery
3700 West Pine Mall
Saint Louis University
For more information call (314) 977-7170
mocra@slu.edu
http://mocra.slu.edu
Friday, September 10
through Sunday, December 5
"DANIEL P. RAMIREZ: TWENTY CONTEMPLATIONS ON THE INFANT JESUS—A HOMAGE TO OLIVIER MESSIAEN"
The first St. Louis showing of 1980 series by Chicago-based Post-Minimalist artist Daniel Ramirez; features 20 small etchings
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
Opening reception Friday, September 10,
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Religious Art,
Side Chapel Galleries
3700 West Pine Mall
Saint Louis University
For more information call (314) 977-7170
mocra@slu.edu
http://mocra.slu.edu
Saturday, September 11
29TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF AND SALSA COMPETITION
Features samples of region’s best chili and salsa recipes; live music; Kiddie Corner. Helps support National Kidney Foundation
Sponsored by Chilli Man and Budweiser
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Westport Plaza
$5 per person; children 12 and under are free.
Chili and salsa samples are 50 cents each
For more information call Cyndi Miller at
(314) 961-2828
cmiller@nkfstl.com
www.nkfstl.com
| Annual Chili Cook-off and Salsa Competition at Westport Plaza. |
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Friday, September 17
FREE FAMILY NIGHT AT THE MAGIC HOUSE
On third Friday evening of every month, families (two adults and four of their children) are admitted free
Sponsored by Anheuser-Busch Cos
5:30 to 9 p.m.
The Magic House-St. Louis Children’s Museum
516 S. Kirkwood Road
For more information call Jamie Kelley at
(314) 822-8900, ext. 14
Jamie@magichouse.org
www.magichouse.org
| The Magic House. |
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Friday, September 17 and Saturday, September 18
(Rain date: Sunday, September 19)
THE GREAT FOREST PARK BALLON RACE
Features balloon glow (Friday evening), balloon race (Saturday), children’s activities, skydiving team
Sponsored by Energizer
7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday
Noon to 6:30 p.m. Saturday
World’s Fair Pavilion and Central Field in
Forest Park
For more information call (314) 993-2901
info@greatforestparkballoonrace.com
www.greatforestparkballoonrace.com
| The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow. |
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Saturday, September 18
OTTERTOBERFEST AT THE SAINT LOUIS ZOO
Live oom-pah music in a biergarten; beer and root beer, bratwurst, pretzels and other specialties; activities for children
Noon to 3 p.m.
Held every Saturday and Sunday through October 10
Saint Louis Zoo
For more information call (314) 781-0900
www.stlzoo.org
Saturday, September 18
4TH ANNUAL SHOW-ME SUNSPLASH
African & Caribbean music, arts, food, culture
Sponsored by ACF
11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saint Louis University
$5; free for children under 15
For more information call Babajide Kolawole at (314) 703-1819
acfaces@hotmail.com
www.acfaces.com
Friday, September 24
"AMERICAN MODERN: SIX WORKS ON PAPER" ART EXHIBITION
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday (open until 9 p.m. Fridays)
Saint Louis Art Museum
One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park
For more information call (314) 721-0072
www.slam.org
Saturday, September 25
through Sunday, September 26
HERITAGE DAYS ON THE GOSHEN TRAIL
Living history festival featuring folk dancers, singers and musicians; storytellers; demonstrations and more
Sponsored by Alton Heritage Days
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lewis & Clark Community College Campus
Godfrey, Ill.
$4 adults, $2 children ages 5 to 12
For more information contact Gretchen Schmitz at (618) 465-7338
www.altonheritagedays.org
| Living history at Heritage Days on the Goshen Trail. |
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Saturday, September 25
through Sunday, September 26
FALL FESTIVAL AT THE BUTTERFLY HOUSE
Hands-on gardening activities, demonstrations and question-and-answer sessions; food; live music and crafts for kids
Sponsored by the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House and Education Center
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Faust Park, Chesterfield
For more information call (636) 530-0076
www.mobot.org
| A Monarch butterfly. |
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October
Friday, October 1
and Saturday, October 2
LOOP IN MOTION ARTS FESTIVAL
Featuring art exhibitions, dance performances, children’s art activities, demonstrations, performance art, sidewalk sales and more
The Loop
For more information call (314) 727-8000
loopadm@ucityloop.com
Saturday, October 2
ST. LOUIS HARMONY CHORUS CONCERT
Featuring St. Louis Harmony Chorus, River Blenders Chorus and world champion quartet Ambiance in an a cappella concert
Sponsored by St. Louis Harmony Chorus
2 p.m.
Missouri Baptist University Theatre
I-64 and Mason Road
$20 per person
For more information call (636) 978-8970
lynde@primary.net
www.stlharmony.org
Saturday, October 2 and Sunday, October 3
13TH ANNUAL BEST OF MISSOURI MARKET
Featuring fresh produce, baked goods, handcrafted items, baskets, etc., from Missouri food producers and artisans; live music and kids’ activities
Sponsored by Missouri Botanical Garden
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
For more information call Robin Roberts at
(314) 577-9432
www.mobot.org
| Missouri Botanical Garden's Best of Missouri Market. |
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Saturday, October 2 and Sunday, October 3
12TH ANNUAL HISTORIC SHAW ART FAIR
Features the work of more than 125 quality
artists from around the country, food court,
music and more
Proceeds benefit activities of the Shaw Neighborhood Improvement Association
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Located on tree-lined parkway of Flora Place
$4 adults; free for children 14 and under who are accompanied by an adult
Friday, October 8 and Saturday, October 9
ST. LOUIS SCOTTISH GAMES
Featuring ceremonies, music, athletics, dancing, pipebands, sheepdog demonstrations, storytelling and more
5 p.m. Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday
Forest Park, east of Missouri History Museum
Admission prices will vary; two-day packages and special rates for families
For more information call (314) 821-1286
www.stlouis-scottishgames.com/events2004.htm
| St. Louis Scottish Games. |
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Saturday, October 9
and Sunday, October 10
GATEWAY MINIATURE FAIR SHOW & SALE
Miniature dealers from across the country sell their miniature creations of dollhouses, furniture, dolls, food flowers and more.
Sponsored by the Miniature Museum of
Greater St. Louis
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Holiday Inn-Airport North
I-70 and Lindbergh
$6 adults, $5 museum members
and children
13-18 years, $2 children
3 to 12 years
For more information call
(314) 261-7439
Fzerb@aol.com
Sunday, October 10
THIRD ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL AT SHAW NATURE RESERVE
Family activities and games, petting zoo, self-guided Nature Reserve tours, music, food by top local restaurants, local brew and Missouri wine, farmers’ markets
Sponsored by the Missouri Botanical Garden
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Shaw Nature Reserve of the
Missouri Botanical Garden
25 miles west of St. Louis on I-44,
exit #253, Gray Summit
For more information call (314) 577-9400
www.mobot.org
Saturday, October 23
AMAZONES: WOMEN MASTER DRUMMERS OF GUINEA
The Women Master Drummers of Guinea join drumming ensemble Les Percussions de Guinea for a spirited and impressive new program of music, song and dance
Co-presented by the Edison Theatre Ovations! series and the Ovations! for Young People series
8 p.m.
Edison Theatre at Washington University
One Brookings Drive
$18 to $28
For more information call (314) 935-6543;
for tickets call MetroTix at (314) 534-1111
Edison@artsci.wustl.edu
Sunday, October 24
TOUR DE FAT BICYCLE RIDE & FESTIVAL
Celebrating end of cycling season with 14-, 28- and 37-mile bike rides through Forest Park and west into Clayton, Ladue, Town & Country, and University City; festival at noon features bands, games, food, drinks, and more
Sponsored by the New Belgium Brewing Co.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
World’s Fair Pavilion in Forest Park
$5 adults, free for children 13 and under
For more information call Trailnet at
(314) 416-9930
www.trailnet.org
| Tour de Fat entertainment. |
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Friday, October 29
and Saturday, October 30
"THE INVISIBLE MAN" BY AQUILA THEATRE COMPANY
Performed by the Aquila Theatre Company, which has earned an international reputation as one of foremost producers of touring classical theatre
Presented by the Edison Theatre Ovations! series
8 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Edison Theatre at Washington University
One Brookings Drive
$18 to $28
For more information call (314) 935-6543;
for tickets call MetroTix at (314) 534-1111
Edison@artsci.wustl.edu
Friday, October 29
THE NOT-SO-HAUNTED HOUSE
Trick-or-treating through The Magic House with Halloween-related activities for kids
The Magic House-St. Louis Children’s Museum
516 S. Kirkwood Road
Free with regular admission of $6 per person
For more information call Jamie Kelley at
(314) 822-8900, ext. 14
Jamie@magichouse.org
www.magichouse.org
| Halloween fun at the Magic House. |
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Sunday, October 31
KFUO-FM CLASSIC 99'S "FROM THE GARDEN, LIVE" CONCERT SERIES
Live music performance by St. Louis Children’s Choir
Presented by KFUO-FM and the
Missouri Botanical Garden
Noon
Shoenberg Auditorium in the Ridgway Center
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
Free tickets available at sponsor announced by KFUO every Monday
For more information call KFUO-FM at
(314) 725-0099
| Classic 99’s “From the Garden, Live” concert series. |
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November
Sunday, November 7
CLASSIC 99'S "FROM THE GARDEN, LIVE" CONCERT SERIES
Live music performance by Johnnie Johnson
Presented by KFUO-FM and the
Missouri Botanical Garden
Noon
Shoenberg Auditorium in the Ridgway Center
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
Free tickets available at sponsor announced by KFUO every Monday
For more information call KFUO-FM at
(314) 725-0099
Friday, November 12
through Sunday, November 14
KANSAS CITY BALLET
Program of solos and ensemble work showcases the artistry of choreographers Merce Cunningham, Twyla Tharp, Agnes DeMille and others
Co-presented by Dance St. Louis and the Edison Theatre Ovations! series
8 p.m. Friday
8 p.m. Saturday
2 p.m. Sunday
Edison Theatre at Washington University
One Brookings Drive
$18 to $28
For more information call (314) 935-6543;
for tickets call MetroTix at (314) 534-1111
Edison@artsci.wustl.edu
Sunday, November 14
CLASSIC 99'S "FROM THE GARDEN, LIVE" CONCERT SERIES
Live music performance by Klecundheit!
Presented by KFUO-FM and the
Missouri Botanical Garden
Noon
Shoenberg Auditorium in the Ridgway Center
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
Free tickets available at sponsor announced by KFUO every Monday
For more information call (314) 725-0099
Monday, November 15
through Thursday, January 6, 2005
WAY OF LIGHTS CHRISTMAS DISPLAY
Features a 1.5-mile drive-through route that is lined with more than one million lights and leads to a life-size manger scene of the newborn baby Jesus
5 to 10 p.m. nightly
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
442 South Demazenod, Belleville, Ill.
(1 mile east of I-255 on Highway 15)
For more information call (618) 397-6700
info@snows.org
www.snows.org
Friday, November 19
ZOOTINI 2004
Young Zoo Friends’ evening party includes live music, “zootini” martinis, hors d’oeuvres and more.
Ages 21 and up only.
Sponsored by Brooks Brothers.
7 p.m. to midnight
The Living World, north end of Saint Louis Zoo
For more information call (314) 768-5440
www.stlzoo.org
| Zootini 2003. |
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Friday, November 19
and Saturday, November 20
"ALL THE GREAT BOOKS (ABRIDGED)" BY THE REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
Originating in the California Renaissance circuit, the Reduced Shakespeare Company condenses books from Jane Austen to Jeffrey Archer in a comedic performance
Presented by the Edison Theatre Ovations! series
8 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Edison Theatre at Washington University
One Brookings Drive
$18 to $28
For more information call (314) 935-6543;
for tickets call MetroTix at (314) 534-1111
Edison@artsci.wustl.edu
Saturday, November 20
and Sunday, November 21
ST. LOUIS COOKS AND ENTERTAINS
Food, wine and entertaining exposition with demonstrations by local and national celebrity chefs, celebrity cookbook authors, and more
Produced by Infinity Broadcasting Corporation
Sheraton St. Louis City Center Hotel
For times and ticket prices contact Web site or call (314) 444-3212
www.saintlouiscooks.com
| St. Louis Cooks and Entertains at Sheraton
St. Louis City Center Hotel. |
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Sunday, November 21
CLASSIC 99'S "FROM THE GARDEN, LIVE" CONCERT SERIES
Live music performance by Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quintet
Presented by KFUO-FM and the
Missouri Botanical Garden
Noon
Shoenberg Auditorium in the Ridgway Center
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
Free tickets available at sponsor announced by KFUO every Monday
For more information call (314) 725-0099
Wednesday, November 24
through Monday, January 3
"GARDENLAND EXPRESS: VINTAGE ST. LOUIS" HOLIDAY FLOWER AND TRAIN SHOW
Features miniature trains from different eras traveling through scenic living landscapes accented by colorful fresh poinsettias and plants; photo opportunity area for holiday snapshots
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ridgway Center
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Boulevard
Regular admission plus special show admission; free for Garden members and children 12 and under
For more information call (314) 577-9400
www.mobot.org
December
Wednesday, December 1
WINTER WONDERLAND AT THE MAGIC HOUSE
The Magic House will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland with life-size dancing snowmen,
twinkling lights, snowflakes and other holiday
decorations.
The Magic House-St. Louis Children’s Museum
516 S. Kirkwood Road
Free with regular admission of $6 per person
For more information call Jamie Kelley at
(314) 822-8900, ext. 14
Jamie@magichouse.org
www.magichouse.org
| The Magic House. |
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Friday, December 3
SPIRIT DINNER BALL
Annual black-tie event featuring members of the St. Louis Rams football team and cheerleaders; entertainment; dinner; drinks and auctions
Sponsored by St. Louis Rams Football Team
5:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Sheraton St. Louis City Center Hotel
$150 per person
For more information call Peggy Gorski at
(314) 773-1399
HouseJEH@aol.com
Friday, December 10
through Sunday, March 20, 2005
"CURRENTS 93: RIVANE NEUENSCHWANDER" ART EXHIBITION
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
(open until 9 p.m. Fridays)
Saint Louis Art Museum
One Arts Drive, Forest Park
For more information call (314) 721-0072
www.slam.org
Sunday, December 12
CLASSIC 99'S "FROM THE GARDEN, LIVE" CONCERT SERIES
Live music performance by The Bach Society of Saint Louis
Presented by KFUO-FM and the
Missouri Botanical Garden
Noon
Shoenberg Auditorium in the Ridgway Center
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Blvd.
Free tickets available at sponsor announced by KFUO every Monday
For more information call (314) 725-0099
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