Celebrate the Central West EndCocktail Party - Sponsored by Straubs, Techartista & the West End Word - Celebrate the CWE with us at our annual event formerly known as The Gala. Join us for cocktails, delicious food and even better company as we present the Polk & Renaissance awards to our outstanding award recipients.
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Nancy Newman Rice
Clint Zweifel & Janice Marie Smith
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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!
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🎃 CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH THESE GREAT CWE EVENTS 🎃
BOOwood Halloween Party is this Saturday! - Bring the whole family for our Annual BOOwood Halloween Celebration! Kids will enjoy a scavenger hunt, crafts and free snacks. Café Osage will have food and drink specials available too. Costumes are encouraged! FREE! 🎃🎃🎃
Celebrate the season with the first Halloween Pop-Up bar in St. Louis. The Hideout will become Corpse Reviver for two deliciously scary weeks. Corpse Reviver will transform the bright and modern event space into a haunted drinking den for two weeks leading up to Halloween, Thursday October 17 – Saturday, November 2. From the team behind Yellowbelly and Retreat Gastropub, the ghoulishly glam space will be decked out in all things Halloween from cobwebs to skeletons. 💀💀💀
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. 🕷️🕸️👻
Tuesday, October 15 - Steel Wheels - The Beyonce Ride is back this Tuesday! Book your bike now! 5:30a - Tyler, 12:00p - Britta, 6:45p - Tracy
Tuesday, October 15 - Left Bank Books - Penguin Teen Game Night - 6-9p - Join Penguin Teen and authors Rosaria Munda (Fireborne), Tochi Onyebuchi (War Girls), and Natalie C. Parker (Steel Tide) for an evening of well-mannered frivolity (read: serious laughs and Serious. Geeking. Out.). There will be games! Prizes! Free swag! Plus, get the inside scoop on hot YA books coming in 2020 that you’ll want to add to your TBR list stat. Where does Natalie C. Parker stand on Twilight v. Harry Potter? Is Tochi Onyebuchi’s secret superpower a next-level talent for YA book charades? And does newcomer Rosaria Munda have what it takes to be crowned winner of Penguin Teen Game Night? You’ll have to be there to find out! Reserve your free spot at the event today! All books will be available for purchase at the event as well.
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.
Wednesday, October 16 - Left Bank Books - Katie Parla - Food of the Italian South with Cat Neville - 7-8:30p - Culinary journalist and author of Tasting Rome, Katie Parla, talks with Feast Publisher Cat Neville,about her new books, Food of the Italian South: Recipes for Classic, Disappearing, and Lost Dishes.
Complimentary Italian wine will be served.
Thursday, October 17- Techartista - 11am-12pm -Branded Photography Lunch & Learn | Join branding photographer John Harder for a lunch and learn to discuss the ins and outs of Branding Photography. This hour intro will help someone who is a non-photographer think about what sort of shots they would need for their product. Seating is limited, so be sure to RSVP.
Thursday, October 17 - Left Bank Books presents bestselling author Ruth Spiro, who will present and sign her new science-based board books, Baby Loves the Five Senses: Sight! (illustrated by Irene Chan, Charlesbridge, September 2019), Baby Loves the Five Senses: Hearing! (illustrated by Irene Chan, Charlesbridge, September 2019) and Baby Loves Scientists (illustrated by Irene Chan, Charlesbridge, October 2019) at the official launch event on Thursday, October 17, 11:00 a.m. at Left Bank Books (399 N. Euclid). This event is free and open to the public.
Saturday October 19 - Bowood Farms - Pumpkin Watercolor Study - 10a – 12p. Artist and gardener, Amy Woods will lead this watercolor workshop using fall pumpkins, squash and gourds for inspiration. You will learn to work from the actual subject, rather than photos, to create loose and unique paintings. Get to know your palette and explore what makes painting with watercolor unique. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with your own palette and paintbrush to continue your practice. All skill levels are welcome. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $60.
Saturday, October 19 -Bowood Farms - Beginners Basket Weaving Workshop - 1p – 4p - Learn the art of basket weaving in this introductory workshop with basket weaver Francie Null. Francie will teach you how to twill weave reeds together to create a small basket perfect for trinkets or a small plant. The small workshop size will allow for lots of one-on-one guidance and instruction. Previous basket weaving experience would be helpful, but not required. Since this is a longer workshop, Cafe Osage will provide baked goods for a snack. Workshop is limited to 6 people. $45
Saturday, October 19 - BOOwood Halloween Party - Bowood Farms - - 3 PM – 6 PM - Free - Bring the whole family for our Annual BOOwood Halloween Celebration! Kids will enjoy a scavenger hunt, crafts and free snacks. Café Osage will have food and drink specials available too. Costumes are encouraged!
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
Tuesday, October 22 - Left Bank Books - presents assistant professor in the Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts at Washington University Heidi Aronson Kolk, who will sign and discuss her book, Taking Possession: The Politics of Memory in a St. Louis Town House (University of Massachusetts Press, May 2019) on Tuesday, October 22, 7:00 p.m. at Left Bank Books (399 N. Euclid). This event is free and open to the public, but proof of purchase of Taking Possession from Left Bank Books will be required to enter the signing line.
Tuesday, October 22 - Bowood Farms - Eye Pillow Blends - 3p – 4p - Homemade eye pillows are the perfect addition to any self-care routine. We will help you design the ideal blend of dried herbs and flowers for your needs. Once you have selected your herbal blend, you will fill your pillow and stitch it closed. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with your finished eye pillow. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $45
Wednesday, October 23 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Monthly Music Series: Todd Mosby: Open Waters—Join us for an evening of Indian jazz with acclaimed guitarist Todd Mosby. Performing music from his new release Open Waters, Mosby creates a new musical syntax integrating Indian classical music and Western music, encompassing elements from classical, folk, bluegrass, and jazz. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. RSVP.
Thursday, October 24 - Bowood Farms - Knife Skills with Cafe Osage - 2p – 3:30p - Join Cafe Osage’s chef, Scott Davis, in this hands-on workshop focused on basic knife skills. Scott will demonstrate fundamental cuts and coach your technique while you practice. You’ll learn tips for maintaining and sharpening your knives and enjoy light bites at the end of the class. You are encouraged to bring your own knife, but we will provide knives to use as well. Workshop is limited to 8 participants. $45
Thursday, October 24 - Left Bank Books presents award-winning author Kekla Magoon, who will sign and discuss her new young adult novel, Light It Up (Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), October 2019) on Thursday, October 24, 7:00 p.m. at Left Bank Books (399 N. Euclid) in conversation with Lauron Thompson-Cosby, Cofounder and Artistic Director of TLT Productions. This event is free and open to the public, but proof of purchase of Light It Up from Left Bank Books will be required to enter the signing line.
Friday, October 25 - Bowood Farms - Modern Calligraphy- 10a – 1p - Learn the art of calligraphy with a modern twist! Professional Calligrapher, Katherine Yabes, of Handwritten by Katherine will expertly guide you through an introduction to calligraphy. Learn all the basic lettering techniques, get comfortable using a pointed pen and ink, and practice joining letters and forming words and phrases. Take home the pen, nib, ink, and worksheets to continue your practice at home. Since this is a longer workshop, Cafe Osage will provide baked goods for a snack. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $65
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 - Bowood Farms -Iris Barn Floral Arranging- 11a-1p -Immerse yourself in the dramatic, floral world of Larysa Bernhardt of Iris Barn. Larysa grows and forages flowers on her small-scale farm to create romantic arrangements with layers of colors and textures. Through this hands-on class you will learn how to create your own beautiful centerpiece with tips from Larysa. The stunning arrangement you create, along with the vessel are yours to take home. Everyone from a flower-loving novice to an experienced designer will walk away inspired with new skills. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $75
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.
Saturday, October 26 - Bowood Farms -Botanical Plaster Prints Workshop - 2-4p - Create a series of three nature-inspired plaster prints with our guidance. We will use flowers, foliage and twigs to leave impressions on clay, followed by a pour of plaster. The resulting casts capture the delicate details of the botanicals. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with a trio of prints. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $45
Sunday, October 27 - Bowood Farms - Lunar Gardening 101 - 3-4p - Demystify the ancient agricultural art of lunar gardening in this class taught by Drew Dinges. Drew will walk attendees through a gardening to-do-list exploring how to work in tandem with the moon’s phases and astrological correspondences. He will discuss how to use a moon calendar to decide the best dates to sow seeds, when to harvest and plant certain crops, and also how to determine the best time to prune and fertilize. Explore the essential components of creating your own moon garden, just in time for October’s full moon. $10
Sunday, October 27 - Organist Michael Unger performs a recital on Sunday, October 27 at 4:00 p.m. at Second Presbyterian Church. Dr. Unger is the Assistant Professor of Organ and Harpsichord at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. The church is located at 4501 Westminster Place in the Central West End, St. Louis, 63108. The concert is part of the Couts Music Series and is free to the community. For more information call 314-367-0367 or www.secondchurch.net.
Monday, October 28 - Left Bank Books presents award-winning sports journalist and author Michael MacCambridge, who will sign and discuss his new book, '69 Chiefs: A Team, a Season, and the Birth of Modern Kansas City (Andrews McMeel Publishing, October 2019) on Monday, October 28, 7:00 p.m. at Left Bank Books (399 N. Euclid). This event is free and open to the public.
Third Degree Glass Factory - Tuesdays, October 29, November 5, 12, 19 | 6-9pm - Path to Independence - Our four week Tuesday night classes will give you the know how needed to start making your own glass art in our Glassblowing, Flameworking or Fused Glass Studio. Click here to sign up.
Saturday, November 2 - Third Degree Glass Factory - Glass Art Sampler - 9a-12p - Try your hand at Glassblowing, Flameworking and Fused Glass in one engaging class! Sign up here.
Saturday, November 2 - Bowood Farms - Sashiko Embroidery - 10a – 1p - Sashiko embroidery originated in Japanese textile arts, in which decorative straight stitch patterns were used to mend and reinforce homespun fabrics. Despite its traditional roots, the abstract motifs typical of this meditative hand-stitching technique lend themselves perfectly to modern design. In this workshop, Casey will introduce sashiko materials and the basic stitch and you will embellish a fabric square. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with your project, sashiko needle and thread. Since this is a longer workshop, Cafe Osage will provide baked goods for a snack. Workshop is limited to 10 participants. $60.
Wednesday, November 6 - Gamlin Whiskey House - Women & Whiskey - On the first Wednesday of every month, raise a glass with us and your fellow women who whiskey! November’s dinner will be hosted by Benay Shannon of the Kansas City-based Restless Spirits Distilling. Tickets are $65 per person and include dinner, drinks, whisky pairings, gratuity and, of course, an awesome night out!
Tuesday, November 12 - Touchy Topics Tuesdays 5 Year Celebration - 6-10p - Wild Carrot, 3901 Shaw Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63110 - Tickets $25. Ticket includes admission and meal. Cash bar available for adult beverages. Mark your calendars for this joyous occasion! Walk down TTT memory lane & discover the paths ahead for the best organization in the STL. This will be a night of reflection, recognition and celebration of all that is TTT! Cash bar featuring Signature cocktail, beer and wine will begin at 6 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. followed by recognition & graduation of our Legacy Contributors!
Saturday, November 16 - Bowood Farms - Fall Leaf Watercolor Study - 1-3p -Artist and gardener, Amy Woods will lead this watercolor workshop using fall leaves for inspiration. You will learn to work from the actual subject, rather than photos, to create loose and unique paintings. Get to know your palette and explore what makes painting with watercolor unique. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with your own palette and paintbrush to continue your practice. All skill levels are welcome. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $60.
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
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.
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.
