Let the good times roll at the second annual CWE Fat Tuesday Celebration. Join in the Central West End Second Line Parade, led by Saint Boogie Brass Band and Annie and the Fur Trappers. Meet at the intersection of Euclid and Washington at 5:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for “Best Dressed” during the event.
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
Tuesdays, February 11, 18, 25 | Third Degree Glass Factory - 6:00p – 9:00p - PATH TO INDEPENDENCE: 4-WEEK TUESDAY NIGHTS – $350 - Learn to make your own glass art! Our comprehensive Path to Independence coursework will give you all the knowledge you need to start making your own artwork as an independent artist. We offer small class sizes and provide all the tools necessary to finish your work to perfection. Complete four months (48 class hours) of these courses, and we will certify you to work independently in your preferred studio! You could even start selling your work in our gallery! Available in Glassblowing, Flameworking or Fused Glass.
Wednesday, February 12 - World Chess Hall of Fame - 6:30-8p - A Beautiful Game: Artist Talk with Jennifer Shahade - Join us for an artist talk with WGM Jennifer Shahade! Learn more about her and Daniel Meirom’s collaborative piece "Not Particularly Beautiful," featured in the exhibition "A Beautiful Game," their inspirations for the work, and Jen’s commitment to anti-bullying. Following the discussion, attendees are welcome to participate in an interactive activity that explores the impacting effects of one’s words on others.
Wednesday, February 12 - SubZero Vodka Bar - Join us this and every Wednesday night for 90s Night at Sub Zero Vodka Bar, featuring DJ Big J from 10 p.m. to close!
Thursday, February 13 - The Candle Fusion Studio - Galentine's Day Girlfriend Party - 6:30-8p - Cheers to girlfriends! Join us on Thursday, Feb. 13th evening for a Galentine's Day celebration at BOTH studio locations, Central West End and Historic St. Charles. Gather your friends and enjoy an evening of candlemaking and wine at both studio locations. Explore our candle library (over 100+ fragrances), choose your favorites, and create your signature scent at the candle bar. Then, continue the fun at The Vino Gallery in the Central West End or Tompkins by the Rack House in Historic St. Charles for a glass of wine (just steps away!). A ticket includes a custom 8 oz “pour your own” candle and a glass of wine for $30. Reservations are recommended. Please call (314) 250-2272.
Thursday, February 13 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Composer Series : Bulgarian Sketches - 7-8p - Join us for a special presentation of works for cello and piano by Bulgarian composers. As featured on the recently released CD, "Bulgarian Sketches," these little-known pieces are inspired by Bulgaria’s rich folk vocal and instrumental music traditions. Marta Simidtchieva is currently the Professor of Cello at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. An avid advocate for contemporary music, including the music of composers from her native Bulgaria, Marta released her album, "Bulgarian Sketches" in 2018. The CD received a silver medal for Outstanding Achievement for a New Release by the 2019 Global Music Awards. The CD was also recorded with dynamic pianist Kris Pineda. Reservations are required. $10 tickets available for members, seniors, and military. $20 general admission.
Thursday, February 13 - Welcome Thursday Mini Open House at New City School- Come discover New City School at Welcome Thursday! Learn about our hands-on experiential learning, diversity in our community and curriculum, and much more. Meet our faculty and staff, tour our building, learn about our admissions process and Variable Tuition program, and see our school in action. Our next Welcome Thursday will be held on February 13th from 8:45-10:00am. RSVP today!
Thursday, February 13 - Left Bank Books - Candacy Taylor - Overground Railroad - 7-8:30p - Left Bank Books presesnts award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian, Candacy Taylor, who will sign her new book, Overgorund Railroad that explores the historical role and residual impact of the Green Book, a travel guide for black motorists.
Thursday, February 13 - Gamlin Whiskey House - Maker's Mark Happy Hour with Greta Harper - 4-5:30p - Join us for a happy hour featuring guest bartender Greta Harper, the Maker's Mark Diplomat for Missouri, Michigan and Wisconsin! Enjoy Maker's Mark samples and purchase special cocktails prepared by Greta. No ticket purchase required.
Friday, February 14 - 10a-5p - Bowood Farms - Valentine's Day Bouquet Bar - We will have an array of lovely flowers set-up for you to choose from. Come make a fresh flower bouquet for your sweetheart.
Flowers will be available until they sell out! We suggest to come early for first choice!
Friday, February 14 - Valentine’s Day Parents Night Out - Premier Martial Arts - An activity-filled Parents Night Out for the kids at Premier Martial Arts while you enjoy a relaxing Valentine's evening. 5:30PM-8:00PM for $25/child from ages 5-12.
Friday, February 14 - Bowood Farms - Modern Lettering - Ditch the pointed pen, ink and nib and join us for a fresh take on hand lettering with professional calligrapher, Katherine Yabes, of Handwritten by Katherine. With the convenience of a Pentel Sign pen you will learn the art of faux calligraphy. All skill levels are welcome. Take home two pens and worksheets to continue your practice. Price: $65. Taught by Katherine Yabes of Handwritten by Katherine. This workshop is limited to 12 participants. Please call 314-454-6868 to reserve your spot!
Friday, February 14 - The Candle Fusion Studio - Treat your Valentine to an extraordinary experience of the senses. This annual event is a favorite and sells out! Join us for an evening of hands-on creativity and adventure at our Central West End studio. Together, create your own romantic candlelight. Choose from 100+ fragrances to blend together at the candle bar. Couple package includes two custom 8 oz “pour your own” candles, two drinks (wine/beer), chocolates and live music. Cost is $65 per couple. Two event dates to choose from: celebrate on Saturday, February 8 or Friday, February 14. Reservations are highly recommended. Please call (314) 250-2272 to schedule your specific time from 6-9 pm. Continue the fun in the CWE before & after. The studio is surrounded by great restaurants. Also, we're minutes from The Hill, The Loop & Clayton. It will be an evening to remember, we promise!
Saturday, February 15 - Stompbox and the Mixtapes at Evangeline’s Bistro and Music House - 9:15pm - Stompbox and the Mixtapes is excited to play again at Evangeline's Bistro and Music House. Russell, Joe, Brock and Peyton range in age from 12-15 and have played all over the St. louis area. We are excited to come back to the Central West End and bring you an exciting night of your favorite rock songs! Come and join us for great music and outstanding food!
Wednesday, February 19 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Crafts & Cocktails: Soft Sculptures with Alexa Clavijo 6:30 - 8p - Join Alexa Clavijo for an evening of crafting abstract soft sculptures! Inspired by the exhibition Michael Drummond: Being Played, participants will find innovative ways to use fabric to make one of a kind works of art. Clavijo will cover the basics of cutting and sewing reclaimed textiles to create sculptural pieces.
Wednesday, February 19 - Commerce Bank Connect - 56 N. Euclid Ave. - 6pm - Join us for a Retirement Education Seminar - Medicare - Social Security - Retirement Income - Parking available in parking garage across the street - Remember to bring your parking ticket with you for validation - RSVP: connectevents@commercebank.com
Saturday, February 22 - Bowood Farms - Fleur De Lis Watercoloring - Learn how to create a loose and unique watercolor painting of a Fleur de Lis with the guidance of artist Amy Woods. Explore watercolors by focusing on mixing color and seeing how water and paint interact without the pressure of drawing. Amy will show you how to blend colors to expand your palette as well as brush techniques to create different textures. This class is open to all levels of experience. All materials will be provided, and you’ll go home with your own palette and paintbrush. Price: $60. Taught by: Amy Woods. Workshop is limited to 12 people. Please call 314-454-6868 to reserve your spot!
Saturday, February 22 - Ballroom Dance Academy of St. Louis - MARDI GRAS - 8-8:30pm Dance Lesson: Samba - 8:30-10:30pm Open Dance - $12/person, for students with valid ID: $5/person. CASH ONLY - light refreshments and cash bar included. New “Loyalty benefit”: Dancers who are registered for 2 or more regular dance classes in the month of the social receive a complimentary ticket to the monthly dance event!
Tuesday, February 25 - CWE Fat Tuesday Celebration - Let the good times roll at the second annual Central West End Fat Tuesday Celebration. We’re bringing the sounds of New Orleans to the #CWEscene! On Tuesday, February 25, join in the Central West End Second Line Parade, led by Saint Boogie Brass Band and Annie and the Fur Trappers. Meet at the intersection of Euclid and Washington at 5:30 p.m. After parading through the neighborhood, continue the festivities at one of the CWE's amazing restaurants or bars. Check back for a list of participating businesses and specials. Grab your friends and family and celebrate Fat Tuesday in style, right here in the Central West End. Prizes will be awarded for “Best Dressed” during the event.
Tuesday, February 25 -Adam Smith at Left Bank Books - Left Bank Books - A period coming-of-age story set in the late 1990s, centering around a mystery: When a teen returns home to be reunited with a childhood friend, he discovers that she’s been missing for a week — even though he just spoke with her on the phone the day before.
Wednesday, February 26 - Bowood Farms - Create Your Own Crystal Grid - In this class crystal expert Drew Dinges, will teach you the meditative art of crystal grids and sacred geometry. Each attendee will choose from one of three intention-stone collections, go through the process of building a personalized grid and leave with a complete collapsible grid and set of crystals. All materials and supplies are included. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. Price: $5 Taught by Drew Dinges. This workshop is limited to 12 people. Please call 314-454-6868 to reserve your spot!
Friday, February 28 - Premier Martial Arts - White Belt Buddy Bash - Event for new students and their friends coupled with a new parent orientation @ 6:30PM
Sunday, March 1 - Second Presbyterian Church- Harold Lloyd’s 1927 American classic comedy silent film The Kid Brother will be shown at Second Presbyterian Church on Sunday, March 1 at 4:00 p.m. Still considered by critics and fans as one of Lloyd's best films, The Kid Brother blends comedy, romance, and drama in one action-packed film. Andrew Peters provides live organ accompaniment to this 84 minute film. The church is located at 4501 Westminster Place in the Central West End, St. Louis, 63108. The movie is part of the Couts Music Series and is free to the community. For more information call 314-367-0367 or www.secondchurch.net.
Wednesday, March 4 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Clothing Swap Hosted by Sarah Stallmann & Michael Drummond - Do you have unworn yet well-loved items in your closet and interested in creating a more sustainable wardrobe? Join us for a community-style clothing swap with fashion editor Sarah Stallmann and "Michael Drummond: Being Played" designer Michael Drummond. https://worldchesshof.org/exhibit/michael-drummond-being-played
Saturday, March 7 : Saturday Story Time at New City School - Join us for stories, songs, crafts (and coffee!) at New City! During the school year, Heidi Kehle (one of our wonderful preschool teachers), shares her stories and musical magic through Story Time each month from 9:30 - 11:00 am in the New City School Library. Stories and activities are designed for children from infant/toddler through second grade. Saturday Story Time is free and snacks are provided. You can also sign up to receive updates about upcoming Story Time Saturdays!
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:
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.
FastSigns - (CWE Location) 10% off of any holiday themed window graphics to CWE Association members
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.
