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COMMUNITY EVENT CALENDAR

Calendar submissions: Please send your event date, title, brief description, contact information, times and locations to Kristi@stl.emmis.com – or just click here. Submissions must be received 4-6 weeks in advance.
  EVENT DESCRIPTION TIME / LOCATION
7/15 - 9/2 8-Week Parenting Support Group for Women
Presented by Woman’s Place, a safe and welcoming drop-in center for adult women. Each session will last approximately two hours. Be in a safe place with other survivors of domestic abuse to share the challenges of parenting children who have witnessed family violence. Learn to strengthen the parent-child relationship with respect, listening, and love. Receive support, remove chaos, and enjoy your children by applying practical and non-violent parenting. Pre-registration is required. To register or for more information, call 314.645.4848 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
5:30pm-7:30pm,
at Women's Place, 7372 Marietta Avenue, Maplewood, MO.
8/1 - 8/9 Union Avenue Opera Presents Verdi’s Otello
**Performances are August 1, 2, 8 and 9** Based on the Shakespearean masterpiece, Othello, this opera is not for the faint of heart. Verdi’s last opera is full of jealousy, trickery, and betrayal. The cause of it all? The ruthless villain uses his cunning nature to manipulate Otello into believing that his wife, the beautiful Desdemona, is being unfaithful. The tragic outcome is one that will not soon be forgotten. For more information call 314.361.2881 or visit www.unionavenueopera.org.
8pm,
at 733 Union Boulevard
8/8 What every business should know… GINA/HIPPA
New Legislation on Personal Health Information. Rodney Harrison, J.D., Ogletree Deakins discusses new Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) and updates to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA). Presented by AAIM Management Association. $45 AAIM Members; $75 Nonmembers includes continental breakfast and program materials. More information/registration: 314.968.5360 or aaimtrain.org/compliance.
9:30am,
at World Trade Center, 121 S. Meramec, Clayton, MO
8/8 - 8/9 KSHE 25th Anniversary Summer Blood Drive
Donations can be given at Twin Rivers MRI at Alton Memorial Hospital, Southwestern Illinois College, St. Charles Community College, East Central College, Arnold Recreation Center, Glaziers Union Hall and St. Louis College Of Health Careers.
Aug 8: 10am-7pm; Aug. 9: 9am-5pm,
at Multiple Locations
8/9 Riders For Kids: Poker Run and Toy Drive We have partnered with with SSM Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital to provide children and their families with the best Christmas away from home that we possibly can. We raise money, cash and toys. For more info, contact Bill Crow at 636.797.2136 or Rhonda at 636.797.4545. 10am,
at White Mule Bowling Alley
8/9 St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 138th Annual Picnic
Fried chicken and dressing dinner 3pm-7:30pm (All you can eat), with homemade German potato salad, all the trimmings, desert and a drink. Fish available after chicken dinner. Quilt and cash bingo beginning at 6pm and music from The Still Montgomeries (3:30pm-5:30pm) and Saloonatics (7:30pm-11:30pm), Enjoy children's games and face painting, raffle prizes, basket raffle, cake booth and more on both days. Located 7 miles south of Belleville on Route 159. Turn right into Turner Park across from the church.
4pm-11:30pm,
at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Smithton, IL
8/12 The Hanley Family Letters
Explore the lives of Clayton's Hanely family in the antebellum and post-Civil War years through family letters.
1pm,
at Clayton on the Park
8/16 Thirst For Life Kick-Off Party
Relax and take in the pure joy of this year's TFL Kick-off Party, "Take me out to the PAWS game!” The event will be hosted at the Atomic Cowboy. This exclusive event does require a wrist band, complimentary to our volunteers and $25 for everyone else. All the food, beverages, and laughter you can take is included with this wristband! Special performances and a silent auction, as well as plenty of room on the dance floor, will complete the evening. All proceeds will benefit PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) and other programs of Saint Louis Effort For AIDS. To purchase a wristband for this event please call 314.333.6671 or jschoenborn@stlefa.org.
7-10pm,
at Atomic Cowboy, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO.
8/18 Free Summer Movie Series: Field of Dreams
Hosted by DT2 (Downtown Dutchtown Business Association). The movies begin at dusk, but arrive early for a good “seat”. Bleacher seats will be available along with the traditional lawn seating. Bring your blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner. Concessions will also be available. For additional information, please see our website at www.dt2stl.org or email lesley@dt2stl.org.
Dusk,
at Cleveland High School, 4352 Louisiana Ave
8/19 Local St Louis Inventors Association Meeting
Not for profit prganization. Discussions on patenting, manufacturing and marketing your idea or invention, Additional info at www.inventorsconnection.org or call 314.432.1291 ( dayjobiasl@webtv.net).
6pm,
at St. Louis County Library, 1640 South Lindbergh
8/22 - 8/30 Union Avenue Opera Presents Bizet’s Carmen
**Performances are August 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 8 p.m. and August 24 at 3 p.m** One of the most beloved French operas of all time, Bizet’s Carmen follows the love affair between Carmen, a gypsy woman, and a corporal in the army, Don José. But does Carmen really love Don José, or is she just using him until someone better comes along? Carmen is full of memorable tunes that are sure to keep the audience humming long after the curtain has closed! For more information call 314.361.2881 or visit www.unionavenueopera.org.
8pm (8.24 performance is at 3pm),
at 733 Union Boulevard
8/23 The Lot: Free Ooutdoor Music Festival
Presented by Metropolis St. Louis. All ages are invited to enjoy free local bands and entertainment, as we transform the Schlafly Tap Room parking lot into a thriving concert venue. Music lineup to include Alvin Jett, So Many Dynamos, The Feed, The Monads and Victoria, Earthworms, and LOGOS with more to be announced. For additional information please visit www.mstl.org.
4pm-1:30am,
at Schlafly Tap Room Parking Lot, 21st & Locust, St. Louis, MO
8/23 The Flood Aid-‘08
The Christian-themed concert and family day will benefit those impacted by the Lincoln County floods. Several Christian bands will perform. There will be face painting, a balloon "animal" creator, and other entertainment. Families are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, picnics and their checkbooks, along with non-perishable food for the GTMA food pantry. For additional information please visit www.FloodAid-08.org or email gtma@FloodAid-08.org. Patrons will be able to donate at the concert, online through PayPal, or by mail to: GTMA Flood Aid-‘08, 1589 W. Hwy 47, Troy, MO 63379.
2pm-6pm,
at Shaddai Ranch Ministries, 3325 Deer Run Lane, Moscow Mills, MO.
8/24 Cards vs. Braves: Help the St. Louis Society for the Physically Disabled
$27 tickets are now available for $22 for the Cardinals' August 24th game against the Atlanta Braves. You save $5 and $4 of each ticket purchased goes to St. Louis Society for the Physically Disabled, a not for profit agency which has benefited children and adults with physical disabilities. Ticket purchases are first come, first served via St. Louis Society for the physically disabled and NOT the Cardinals. For ticket purchase or additional information please contact Jerrry Ehrilich at jerre@stlsociety.org or 314.989.1188, ext 23.
1:15pm,
at Busch Stadium
8/28 Thirst For Life
It's an evening of fun and friends! Invite your friends, family, colleagues, neighbors and more to join you at a participating bar or coffeehouse. When you pack the establishment with your "people," you create a positive and energized atmosphere much like that of a private party. And the best part is that all of the fun benefits the well deserving clients of Saint Louis Effort for AIDS and PAWS! To participate as a host please contact Jenna at 314.333.6671 or jschoenborn@stlefa.org.
Various Times,
at Various Locations
8/30 Cross Rock Outdoor Music Festival
Cross Rock is an all day God-glorifying music fest focused on bringing people to know Christ through rock and hip hop music.** AREA PRAISE BANDS WELCOMED! ** Worship * Food * Sand Volleyball * KidZone *. Please join us for music that will move your body as well as your soul. God is good. Come experience it. FREE – Canned good donations appreciated. For more information http://gocrossrock.com.
Noon-5pm,
at Church of the Shepherd, 1601 Woodstone Dr., St. Charles, MO.
9/6 Hike It or Bike It at Barehaven
Brought to you by The Great Rivers Greenway District. Hike or Bike a 3.3 mile paved loop along a section of Dardenne Prairie. A great trail for families - from elders taking a stroll to children in strollers, on in-line skates and bicycles. The trail is wheelchair-accessible. The event is FREE. For more information please visit www.trailnet.org.
9am-11am,
at City of Dardenne Prairie, Dardenne Prairie, MO
9/6 6th Annual United Way 5K Run/Walk
UniGroup, Inc., the parent company of United Van Lines, Mayflower Transit, and other transportation-related companies. The 5K-course will begin on the UniGroup campus at One Premier Drive in Fenton, Mo., and continue through the Fenton city streets and Fenton Park. Adult registration for both the run and the walk is $20. Registration is $5 for children age 3-12 and free for children under 3. To obtain a registration form or for more information, please call 636.305.5000 or visit www.unigroupinc.com. To register online or with a credit card, please visit www.givetodayhelptoday.org.
8:30am,
at UniGroup Campus, One Premier Drive, Fenton, MO
9/6 Pharaoh's Car Club Cruise
The first Saturday of each month - May through October. Cruises start at 6pm and will be held at our new location at Culver's in Arnold, MO. on Richardson Road. Great music, 50/50 drawing, attendance prizes and awesome cars. Fun for the whole family!
6pm,
at Culver's at Richardson Rd. in Arnold, MO.
9/6 - 9/7 MS Express Scripts Gateway Getaway Ride
It is an entire weekend spent in the pursuit of ending the devastating effects of MS. Cyclists, their families and volunteers are invited to have the time of their lives with us at the Midway Expo Center. Bike MS Express Scripts Gateway Getaway Ride is designed for riders of all ages and cycling abilities. Cyclists under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, and must have their waiver signed and notarized by a parent/guardian. To register or for more information please visit mos.nationalmssociety.org or call 314.781.9020.
Please call for more information.,
at Midway Expo Center, Columbia, MO
9/16 Local St Louis Inventors Association Meeting
Not for profit organization. Discussions on patenting, manufacturing and marketing your idea or invention additional info at www.inventorsconnection.org - or call 314.432.1291 (or dayjobiasl@webtv.net.)
6pm,
at St. Louis County Library, 1640 South Lindbergh
9/19 Free Summer Movie Series: Pirates of The Carribean 2
Hosted by DT2 (Downtown Dutchtown Business Association). The movies begin at dusk, but arrive early for a good “seat”. Bleacher seats will be available along with the traditional lawn seating. Bring your blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner. Concessions will also be available. For additional information please see our website at www.dt2stl.org or email lesley@dt2stl.org.
Dusk,
at Cleveland High School, 4352 Louisiana Ave
9/20 Motorcycle Rodeo
Benefiting I.F.S.A. Children's Burn Camp of Illinois - presented by 100 MPH Club and Fairview Fire Dept. $5 donation. Featuring several motorcycle events, silent auction and more! Rodeo begins at 3:30pm. Donations for silent auction are being collected. If interested please call Jim at 314.503.681.
3:30pm,
at 100 MPH Club, 8300 Bunkum Rd., Caseyville, IL
9/27 Boaters for M.S.
A new wave in fighting M.S: to benefit the Gateway Area Chapter and the individuals that we serve. This fun event will feature several booths, a silent auction, and dance! All proceeds of this event will be donated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society–Gateway Area Chapter for research, programs and services. For additional information please call: Sherri A. Stanczak at 314.304.8105 or email at sherri0526@aol.com.
Booths: 1pm-7pm; Silent Auction: 5pm-7pm; Dance: 7pm-11pm,
at Pallisades Yacht Club, 1670 Riverview St., Portage Des Sioux, MO
9/27 Families Run for Ovarian Cancer 2nd Annual ROC Star 5K/1Mile Fun Run
Presented by Big River Running. Join us as we run to find a cure for Ovarian Cancer. Proceeds from the race go to Families ROC, a not-for-profit organization that promotes health and wellness for ovarian cancer patients and their families. Kids 1-mile fun run will immediately follow the 5K finish. There will be free food and drink and lots of fun things to do before and after the race, so come out and celebrate the survivors and support a great cause! ROC Star 5K: $27; Family Fun Run: $17. Website to sign up: www.familiesroc.com.
9am,
at Queeny Park: Picnic Spot 1, 550 Weidman Road
9/28 The Saint Michael's Day Dash
A 5k (3.1 mile) run/walk in memory of the five victims of the Kirkwood City Hall shooting. The funds raised from the Saint Michael’s Day Dash will benefit the "Kirkwood Five" and The Back Stoppers Inc., an organization that provides financial assistance to the families of fallen police officers and firefighters. Registration is $20 pre race and $25 on race day. The event will begin at Station Plaza (Madison and Kirkwood Rd.) across from city hall at 8am. The memorial ceremony will begin at 7:30am. For additional information please visit kirkwood5k.com or call Andria Van Mierlo 314.267.6118.
7:30am,
at Kirkwood, MO
9/29 The March of Dimes Real Golf Challenge
This unique golf challenge consists of a net four-ball stroke play event limited to 100 players. There are men’s, senior men’s, and women’s flights with trophies for the top three teams in each flight. This is a real golf tournament, sanctioned by the Metropolitan Golf Association. In addition to the above format, the Corporate Challenge Cup offers a team competition for corporations, organizations or clubs.
TBD.,
at TBA.
10/4 Pharaoh's Car Club Cruise
The first Saturday of each month - May through October. Cruises start at 6pm and will be held at our new location at Culver's in Arnold, MO. on Richardson Road. Great music, 50/50 drawing, attendance prizes and awesome cars. Fun for the whole family!
6pm,
at Culver's at Richardson Rd. in Arnold, MO.
10/12 Local St Louis Inventors Association Meeting
Not for profit organization. Discussions on patenting, manufacturing and marketing your idea or invention - additional info at www.inventorsconnection.org, Or call 314.432.1291 (or dayjobiasl@webtv.net.)
6pm,
at St Louis County Library, 1640 South Lindbergh
10/21 Second Annual "Light Up the Night with Hope" Fundraiser
Presented by the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN). Featuring a silent auction, along with cocktails, hors d'ouevres and music by Dave Venn. Guest speakers William Hawkins, M.D., a BJC surgeon and PanCAN research grant recipient. Tickets are $85. For additional information: www.pancan.org/lightstlouis.
6pm-9pm,
at St. Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Ave., St. Louis
11/18 Local St Louis Inventors Association Meeting
Not for profit organization. Discussions on patenting, manufacturing and marketing your idea or invention. Additional info at www.inventorsconnection.org or call 314.432.1291 (or dayjobiasl@webtv.net.)
6pm,
at St. Louis County Library, 1640 South Lindbergh