The CWEA is a 501(c)3 that helps bring the neighborhood together with events like the CWE Home & Garden Tour, the Annual Gala, monthly First Friday Happy Hours that celebrate new businesses, and many more events that help promote growth and prosperity in the CWE. Join as a business, resident or both today!
Memberships paid online are set to auto renew. You will receive a reminder email one week before your auto renewal date. You can stop your auto renewal at any time by emailing jess@thecwe.org
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR NATIONAL NIGHT OUT! CONTACT CWEA@THECWE.ORG TO LEARN MORE!
Nominations are open for the Polk and Renaissance Awards! See past recipients of the Polk and Renaissance Awards and recognize neighbors and businesses doing great things in the CWE! Nominations due October 15!
Tuesday, October 1 - Delmar United National Night Out - 5-8pm at the corner of Delmar and Euclid - National Night Out 5pm-8pm at Delmar and Euclid! There will be food trucks, BMX bike stunts, climbing wall, bubble bus, photo booth, basketball challenge, football toss, air dancers, and so much more! The NSI will have a table and we'll be grilling hotdogs and hamburgers. We hope to see you there!
Tuesday, October 1 - Left Bank Books - 7-9p Ann Leckie: The Raven's Tower - Left Bank Books presents an event with award-winning St. Louis author Ann Leckie, who will sign and discuss her novel, "The Raven Tower!"
Wednesday, October 2 -Gamlin Whiskey House - 7-9pm - Women In Whiskey - On the first Wednesday of every month, raise a glass with us and your fellow women who whiskey! October's dinner, hosted by Carey Price and Madi Keller, will introduce you to our current GWH single barrel spirits, including Knob Creek, Maker's Mark Private Select and Caribou Crossing Canadian Whisky. Learn more about these one-of-a-kind spirits and our GWH selection process. Tickets are $65 per person and include dinner, drinks, whisky pairings, gratuity and, of course, an awesome night out!
Thursday, October 3 - Bowood Farms - Autumnal Herbalist - 3-4pm - As the height of the growing season comes to a close, many gardeners are left questioning exactly what to do with their abundance of herbs. Autumn can often be a race against the clock, trying to harvest and use the gifts from the garden before the first frost. In this class, Bowood’s Drew Dinges will explore the art of harvesting, drying and utilizing herbs. Attendees will learn unique and innovative ways to reap the benefits of their herbal harvest, along with fun and interesting facts about 25 commonly grown herbs. Price: $10. Taught by Drew Dinges. Please call 314-454-6868 to reserve your spot!
Thursday, October 3 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Composer Series: STL Made - Angie Smart and Theo Bockhorst - Originally from England, Angie Smart joined the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO) in 1998, having graduated with a Masters in Music Performance from Rice University the same year. Angie began her violin studies at the age of six, winning a scholarship to the prestigious Chetham’s School of Music at thirteen before moving to the U.S. at the age of 18 to complete her education. Smart has performed extensively throughout Europe and the U.S. and has appeared as a soloist with many orchestras including several performances with the SLSO, most notably under the baton of the late Music Director Hans Vonk, and SLSO’s resident conductor Gemma New. Reservations are required. $10 tickets available for members, seniors, and military. $20 General Admission.
Saturday, October 5 - Bowood Farms - An Introduction to Canning with Cafe Osage - 10a-12p - Learn the ins-and-outs of canning with the chefs of Cafe Osage. You will work alongside the chefs as they demonstrate canning three pantry staples: jam, pickles and sauerkraut. Enjoy the preserves with a cheese and charcuterie board accompanied with wine. You’ll go home with your three jars, along with recipe cards.
Price: $60. Taught by Cafe Osage. This workshop is limited to 12 people. Please call 314-454-6868 to reserve your spot!
Saturday, October 5 - Bowood Farms - Detox Bath Salts with Butter Love - 2-4pm - Join La'Crassia Wilderness of Butter Love for this DIY Detox Bath Salts Workshop where you will make your own personalized batch of salts for all your relaxation needs. You will combine a unique mixture of salts and herbs of your choice to create the perfect custom detox bath just for you. This class will offer tons of information on the benefits of each ingredient and the importance of detoxifying your body and mind along with self-care tips. All materials and a snack will be provided. Price: $35. Taught by La'Crassia Wilderness of Butter Love. This workshop is limited to 15 participants. Please call 314-454-6868 to reserve your spot!
Tuesday, October 8 - Commerce Bank Connect - 56 N. Euclid Ave. - 9:30- 11:00 am Small Business: Ask a Professional - Building Your Business - Calling small business owners! Join us for a discussion on what to expect when building your business, and challenges many experienced owners face. Our small business advisors will be on hand to answer questions, or stop by to network with other small business owners. RSVP at connectevents@commercebank.com
Wednesday, October 9 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Alternative Book Group: Unicorn Variations by Roger Zelazny - 6:30-8p - Join us for a dive into the "Unicorn Variations," a collection of sci-fi short stories by Roger Zelazny. The title story, “Unicorn Variation,” tells the tale of a chess match that takes place between a man
and a unicorn in a saloon which becomes much more than just a game, with the state of the human race on the line. Free for WCHOF members and $5 for non-members.
Thursday, October 10 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Fall 2019 Exhibitions Opening Reception - 5:30-7:30p - Attend the free opening reception of two all-new exhibits—"Michael Drummond: Being Played" and "A Beautiful Game"—showcasing the unique connections among chess, fashion, and beauty on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Free admission. Complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Complimentary valet available. RSVP’s recommended.
ENTRY FEE:
$25 | $20 for Club members if registered by 10/11
Free for GMs and IMs
ROUNDS:
11:00 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m
One 1/2 point bye available if declared before round 2
PRIZE FUND: $1,000 GUARANTEED
1st $200 | 2nd $175
$150 for 1st in each class: B, C, D, U1200
Biggest Upset $25
Tuesday, October 15th & 22nd | 6:00 pm - Commerce Bank Connect - 56 N. Euclid Ave. Brokerage: Smart Money Moves for Financial Fitness. Join us for a free seminar where our financial advisors will walk through 10 smart money moves to help you organize your financial life and lay the groundwork for your financial future. We’ll cover concepts from keeping organized financial records all the way to laying the foundation for an effective estate plan. We hope to see you there. RSVP at connectevents@commercebank.com
Wednesday, October 16 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Crafts & Cocktails: Book Making with Erin King - Join us for an evening of book arts with the guidance of multidisciplinary artist, Erin King! Inspired by the artifacts on view in "US Chess: 80 Years," participants will learn various pop-up mechanisms to create their own one-of-a-kind artist’s books, or books that are made to function as a piece of artwork. No previous experience is required and all materials are included. Availability is limited to 16 guests.
Saturday, October 19 - 10-11:30 am - Commerce Bank Connect - 56 N. Euclid Ave. Mortgage: Homebuyer Seminar - Come meet real estate advisors who can help keep you informed on all aspects of the
homebuying process. Whether you are a first time homebuyer, or an existing homeowner thinking about jumping back into the market, this free seminar will help you navigate the process of buying a home.
RSVP at connectevents@commercebank.com
Sunday, October 20 - Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon - The Royal Vagabonds Foundation, Inc. Annual Concert is a major fundraising event supporting our scholarship program for local high-school graduates – plus a wonderful evening of entertainment. The Royal Vagabonds Foundation is Proud to Welcome 2019 Featured Artists Tim Cunningham and Denise Thimes!
Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 5:00 pm
Sheldon Memorial Concert Hall (map)
3648 Washington Blvd.
St. Louis MO 63108
Friday, October 25 - Mahler Ballroom - Left Bank Books 50th Anniversary Party! 7-9pm - Left Bank Books is turning 50! Come celebrate with us and let's party like it's 1969! Join us to celebrate a half century of bookselling, activism and good times. Featuring the music of singer-songwriter, pianist, producer, and composer, Katarra Parson. Tickets are available below now!
Tickets give you access to:
Cash Bar
Light Refreshments
Door Prizes
Birthday presentations by select authors, booksellers and others
Surprises (the good kind)
Birthday Cake
Silent auction of 50 years of Left Bank memorabilia to benefit the Left Bank Books Foundation
Dress: Casual. Really.
Saturday, October 26 - St. Louis' most legendary Halloween street party returns to the Central West End Scene (CWEscene) on Saturday, Oct. 26! Festivities kick off with fun daytime activities for the whole family. Then, as the sun sets, the party continues with an adults-only bash and costume contest, known for its elaborate, complex and outrageous costumes and featuring $6,000 in cash and prizes! The Legendary CWE Halloween party is FREE and open to the public. More details are available at www.cwehalloween.com.
Cathedral Concerts announces their 2019 - 2020 season - Saint Louis Cathedral Concerts, an independent nonprofit that brings sacred and classical music to St. Louis from world-class musicians, releases its concert lineup for the 27th season. The 2019-2020 season kicks off Monday, July 29th at 8:00pm, and continues through Friday, April 21st, 2020. The series of live concerts will showcase notable musicians in one of the world’s most striking cathedrals, the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis located at 4431 Lindell Blvd. The Cathedral Concerts’ 27th Concert Series Season includes:
Oct. 29 – The Four Italian Tenors
Nov. 16 – Tenebrae
Nov. 29 – Vienna Boys Choir
Dec. 7 & 8– Christmas at the Cathedral
Jan. 10 - UMSL Choir with the Arianna String Quartet
Feb. 21 - Voces8 with special guests Crossroads Quartet
Mar. 8 - Dr. Lynn Trapp, Organist
Mar.29 - Organ Plus
Apr. 21 - Stile Antico
25th ANNIVERSARY GALA
Thursday, October 10 at 6pm
The Barnett on Washington [3207 Washington Blvd]
Join us as we celebrate Union Avenue Opera’s 25th Anniversary in the festive ambiance of The Barnett on Washington. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres followed by a masterfully crafted gourmet meal with a musical performance by Kenneth Overton (Stephen Kumalo, Lost in the Stars), Elise Quagliata (Sister James, Doubt), Marsha Thompson (Abigaille, Nabucco) and hosted by Kathy Lawton Brown, Classic 107. 3. Tickets are on sale now. Call 314-361-2881 or visit unionavenueopera.org for more information.
Cathedral Concert Series - For CWEA members only. The code “CWEA” can be entered at checkout and a 20% discount will be applied to the total order. This is good for any concert(s) and any number of tickets.
Forest Park Dental - CWEA members will receive free custom take-home whitening kits with their comprehensive new patient exams with their active CWEA membership card.
Kaldi's Coffee - The Kaldi's summer rollout is here! Stop in and try any of the new bakery or drink items. Your favorites, the Honey Almond Cold Brew and Summer Detox, return alongside a new treat - the Ginger Rose Latte. Be sure to try them this summer!
Techartista - CWEA members enjoy 10% off at the Cafe, located at 4818 Washington Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63018. Offer good with an active CWEA membership card Monday - Friday. TAMembers: Refer a friend to the space and get a $100 credit to your account when they sign up.
