Upcoming Events

Sunday, March 14th

  • Tony Viviano Band

            5:30pm – 9:00pm

    The Tony Viviano Band performs from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sun., March 14 at Candicci’s (100 Holloway Road in Ballwin). Call 220-8989.

Tuesday, March 16th

  • Constitution Party meeting

            7:00pm

    A Constitution Party meeting is at 7 p.m. on Tues., March 16 at the Daniel Boone branch of the St. Louis County Library (300 Clarkson Road in Ellisville). The speaker is Richard Blowers, candidate for state representative. Admission is free. Call (314) 540-1435 or visit constitutionpartymo.org.

Wednesday, March 17th

  • Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting

            11:30am

    Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce holds a general membership meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Wed., March 17 at Forest Hills Country Club. Admission is $18 for members and $25 for non-members. To register, call 532-3399 or visit chesterfieldmochamber.com by March 15.

Thursday, March 18th

  • Senior Social “Spring Into Art!”

            11:00am – 1:00pm

    The city of Eureka Parks and Recreation Department presents “Spring into Art!” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thurs., March 18 at Eureka Community Center. The monthly senior social features a performance by Irish dancers from Holy Infant School. Admission is $5 and includes lunch. For more information or to register, call 938-6775.

  • "Ask the Doctor"

            6:00pm – 7:30pm

    "Ask the Doctor" is from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., March 18 at St. Luke's Women's Center (6 McBride and Son Center Drive, Suite 102, in Chesterfield). A casual conversation with a radiologist specializing in breast health is featured. Food and drink are served. Admission is free, and mammograms are available for a fee with insurance accepted. For reservations, e-mail Cheryl.castelberg@cdirad.com. For more information, call Dr. Carrie Morrison at 346-8641. 

Saturday, March 20th

  • Museum Stores Garage Sale

            9:00am – 4:00pm

    The St. Louis Museum Stores Garage Sale is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., March 20 at The Living World at the Saint Louis Zoo. Gift shops from area attractions sell close-out and clearance items, including souvenirs, toys, books, clothing, artwork and more at discounted prices. Some of the participating gift shops are Butterfly House, Cahokia Mounds Museum, Campbell House Museum, Canterbury Bookstore, Cathedral Bookstore, City Museum, Eugene Field House & St. Louis Toy Museum, Humane Society of Missouri, Museum Store under the Arch, Saint Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Zoo, Wild Canid Survival and Research Center and World Bird Sanctuary. Admission is free. Call (314) 781-0900 ext. 4779, or visit stlzoo.org.

  • “Green”-scape Festival

            10:00am – 4:00pm

    The “Green”-scape Festival is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., March 20 at Greenscape Gardens (2832 Barrett Station Road in Manchester). Greenscape Gardens and Ameren UE Pure Power celebrate the first day of spring with educational seminars and booths demonstrating easy ways to make homes more eco-friendly and energy-efficient. A sneak preview of this year’s best plants for native and habitat gardens, information on making good use of rainwater and yard waste, new options for organic gardening, and a visit from a World Bird Sanctuary naturalist also are featured. Call (314) 821-2440 or visit greenscapegardens.com.

  • OCD support group

            10:00am – 12:00pm

    The St. Louis Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Support Group meets from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sat., March 20 at Missouri Baptist Hospital in the first floor auditorium of the main building. Grant Godwin speaks on "OCA: The 12 Step Program," and a support group meeting follows. Call (314) 842-7228.

  • Fanfare of Quilts 2010

            10:00am – 5:00pm

    “Fanfare of Quilts 2010” is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat., March 20 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., March 21 at the Greensfelder Center at Queeny Park (550 Weidman Road). More than 350 quilts by members of bits ‘n Pieces Quilt Guild, challenges, demonstrations, appraisals, a quilt raffle, vendors and more are featured. The St. Luke’s Hospital Mammography Van is on site. Admission is $7 and includes both days. Proceeds benefit artists, quilters and women’s health. Call (618) 444-0838 or visit bitsnpiecesguild.com.

  • Swing dance reunion

            6:45pm

    The St. Louis Imperial Swing Dance Reunion, "40 Years and 4 Generations of Swing Dance in St. Louis," is at 6:45 p.m. (doors open) on Sat., March 20 at St. Ann Community Center (#1 Community Drive in St. Ann). Rotating DJs and DVDs of all 40 years are featured. Admission is $10 and includes snacks, beer, soda, wine, coffee and cake. Call (314) 434-4812 or visit slidc.com. 

  • West St. Louis County Jaycees 50th Anniversary Dinner Celebration

            7:00pm – 11:30pm

    The West St. Louis County Jaycees 50th Anniversary Dinner Celebration is from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sat., March 20 at the St. Louis Marriott West (660 Maryville Centre Drive). Also planned for the anniversary weekend are a tour of Junior Chamber International and a visit to the gravesite of Henry Giessenbier, founder of the Jaycees. The chapter is trying to locate former chapter members to invite to the celebration. Contact Lori Vincent at 394-4603 or tlvin412@sbcglobal.net.

Monday, March 22nd

  • Putting Your Best Foot Forward

            1:00pm – 2:00pm

    “Putting Your Best Foot Forward,” a health class for senior citizens, is from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Mon., March 22 at Living Word Church (17315 Manchester Road in Wildwood). Admission is free. Call 821-2800.

  • Constitution Party of Missouri Meeting

            7:00pm – 8:30pm

    The Constitution Party of Missouri will hold its St. Charles County meeting from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Mon., March 22, at the Middendorf-Kreddel Library, 2750 Hwy. K in O’Fallon. For more information, call Susan or Ed Koob at 544-0963.

Tuesday, March 23rd

  • Model call

            4:00pm

    A model call for men between 5'11" and 6'3" tall and women 5'7" and taller who wear size 0-8 is from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tues., March 23 and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wed., April 14 at the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts, Room A1110, at Lindenwood University (2300 West Clay Street in St. Charles). Participants should bring a photo of themselves and are seen by a national talent scout for the chance to walk the runway at St. Charles Fall Fashion Week. E-mail Klee@lindenwood.edu for more information. 

Wednesday, March 24th

  • Hospice Teleconference

            12:30pm – 3:00pm

    The 17th annual Hospice Teleconference will take place from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Wed., March 24, in the SSB auditorium at St. Charles Community College. This years’ subject focuses on Living with Grief: Cancer and End-of-Life Care. Registration is $15 per person and lunch will be available for an additional $8. Attendees may also purchase a book and/or stay for continuing education credits for $25. Attendees working in a hospice organization will have their $15 registration fee waived. Seating is limited. Professionals may register online at baue.com or call 946-4042. Registration closes March 22.

Thursday, March 25th

  • Presentation on sleep disorders

            6:30pm – 7:15pm

    SSM Hospital West will have a presentation on sleep disorders from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. on Thurs., March 25 in the community education room of the H.W. Koenig Medical Building located at 400 Medical Plaza Drive in Lake Saint Louis. Tours of the SSM Center for Sleep Disorders at St. Joseph, plus free screenings, will be offered from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event is free and refreshments will be served. To pre-register for this event, call 314-SSM-DOCS.

  • 2010 Citizens’ Police Academy

            6:45pm

    Enrollment in the O’Fallon Police Department’s 2010 Citizens’ Police Academy (CPA) is open to O’Fallon and St. Charles County-area residents who are at least age 18. The six week class will be held from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting March 25. The cost of the course is $30. Additional information and applications for 2010 Citizens’ Police Academy are available online at ofallon.mo.us/PD/cp_cpa.htm. For additional information, e-mail jcook@ofallon.mo.us or call 240-3200.

  • Marta’s fashion show

            7:00pm

    The Marta’s Boutique & Dave Mungenast Lexus of St. Louis Spring Fashion Extravaganza is at 7 p.m. on Thurs., March 25 at Dave Mungenast Lexus of St. Louis in Manchester. Regular admission is $45; VIP tickets are $60 and include admission at 6:30 p.m., front row seating and valet parking. Proceeds benefit Ranken Jordan-A Pediatric Specialty Hospital. For tickets, call (314) 822-7681 or 227-8831.

  • Open mic night

            7:00pm – 9:00pm

    St. Louis Community College-Wildwood holds an open mic night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thurs, March 25 at the college (2645 Generations Drive). Artists in the community are invited to present their writing, visual art, music or dramatic work. Presentations are limited to 7 minutes. Admission is free. For more information or to register, call 422-2241 or e-mail dward106@stlcc.edu.

Friday, March 26th

  • Greek Lunch

            11:00am – 2:00pm

    Assumption Greek Orthodox Church holds a Friday Lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fri., March 26 and every Friday at Assumption Parish Center (1577 Des Peres Road in Town & Country). Volunteers prepare and serve a variety of Greek delicacies and pastries. Call (314) 966-2255 or visit assumptiongoc.org.

  • Mouse Races

            7:00pm

    Francis Howell Central Football Boosters Mouse Races will be held at 7 p.m. on Fri., March 26, at the Elks Lodge in O'Fallon. Tables of eight are available for $120. There will be seven races, 50/50, gift basket raffles and a bake sale. For more information or to reserve a table, contact Tracie Russo at 314-504-4563.

  • Raise Responsible & Motivated Children

            7:00pm – 8:30pm

    “Raise Responsible & Motivated Children” is from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Fri., March 26 at Lone Wolf Coffee Company (15480 Clayton Road, Suite 220, in Ballwin). Tim Jordan, M.D. and Anne Jordan, R.N., present the program. Call 527-7027.

  • Middle school night out

            7:00pm – 9:00pm

    The City of Eureka Parks and Recreation Department presents “Luck o’ the Irish Ice Cream Social and Karaoke,” a middle school night out for kids aged 10-14, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fri., March 26 at Eureka Community Center. Participants must be signed in and out by a parent. Admission is $6 per child; pre-registration is required. Call 938-6775. Parent volunteers are welcome. 

  • Screening

            7:00pm

    A free screening of Tracy & Jess:  Living with Early Onset Alzheimer's will be held at noon and 7 p.m. on Fri., March 26 in the Social Science Building on the St. Charles Community College campus. Following the screening a panel discussion will be held and artwork and photographs by Jess Dreyer will also be on display. The free film screening is co-sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association and the SCC Multicultural Programming Committee in conjunction with Women's History Month

  • Adult Egg Hunt

            7:30pm

    The Ballwin, Ellisville and Manchester Parks and Recreation Departments host an Adult Egg Hunt at 7:30 p.m. on Fri., March 26 at Bluebird Park in Ellisville. Participants bring bags/baskets, flashlights and drinks. A bonfire follows the hunt. Pre-registration is required and all participants must be 21 years of age or older. Admission is $6 per person until March 21 and $10 per person after that date. To register, call 227-7508.

Saturday, March 27th

  • (Un)acceptable Easter drama

            9:00am

    “(un)acceptable,” an Easter drama, is at 7 p.m. on Sat., March 27 and at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Sun., March 28 at St. John Lutheran Church (15800 Manchester Road in Ellisville). Admission is free. Call 394-4100 or visit stjstl.net.

  • “Hare in the Air” Egg Hunt

            10:00am

    The “Hare in the Air” Egg Hunt is at 10 a.m. (registration begins) on Sat., March 27 on the Logan College of Chiropractic campus in Chesterfield. Fredbird visits from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and the Easter Bunny arrives by helicopter at 11 a.m. An egg hunt, balloon artists, petting zoo and other activities are featured. Admission is free. For more information, visit logan.edu.

  • St. Peters Home, Garden and Great Outdoors Show

            10:00am

    The 17th annual St. Peters Home, Garden and Great Outdoors Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., March 27, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sun., March 28, at St. Peters City Hall next to the Rec Plex. The event will be in conjunction with the city's Going Green campaign with Earth Month, which will begin at the annual Home, Garden and Great Outdoor Show. The event will have approximately 60 vendors. Exhibitors will display products and services from fields including; remodeling, real estate, security, landscaping and a few more unusual displays. For more information visit stpeterschamber.com.

  • Ellisville Easter Egg Hunt

            10:00am

    The city of Ellisville Kids’ Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 1-9 is at 10 a.m. on Sat., March 27 at Bluebird Park. Admission is free. Call 227-7508.

  • Eureka Easter Egg Hunt

            10:00am

    The City of Eureka hosts an Easter Egg Hunt for kids ages 12 and younger at 10 a.m. on Sat., March 27 (rain date is April 3) at Kircher Park. The first 350 participants receive a goody bag. Admission is one non-perishable food item per person. Call 938-6775.

  • St. Charles County Youth Orchestra (SCCYO) Symphony Orchestra

            1:00pm

    The St. Charles County Youth Orchestra (SCCYO) Symphony Orchestra will be in concert at 1 p.m. on Sat., March 27, at the First Baptist Church of Lake Saint Louis. The concert will benefit the Larry Hart Memorial Scholarship Fund which provides scholarships to SCCYO students in need. The concert is free, but donations for the Scholarship Fund will be gladly accepted.

  • Easter Egg Hunt

            2:00pm

    Pond Athletic Association holds an Easter Egg Hunt at 2 p.m. on Sat., March 27 on the Pond Athletic Association fields. A visit from the Easter Bunny, candy and prizes are featured. Visit pondathletic.com.

  • Razzle Dazzle Ball 2010

            6:30pm

    St. Louis Crisis Nursery hosts “Razzle Dazzle Ball 2010” at 6:30 p.m. on Sat., March 27 at the Sheraton Westport lakeside Chalet. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, a live auction featuring a week in Paris, a silent auction, live music and dancing are featured. Visit crisisnurserykids.com.

  • How to Publish Your Book

            7:00pm

    The St. Louis Publishers Association hosts a “How to Publish Your Book” workshop at 7 p.m. on Sat., March 27 at Borders in Creve Coeur. Topic covered include self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, turning an idea into a book, getting a book into the marketplace and promoting and selling a book. Admission is free. Visit stlouispublishers.org.

  • Eureka Adult Easter Egg Hunt

            7:30pm – 10:30pm

    The City of Eureka hosts an Adult Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Sat., March 27 at Legion Park. In the event of rain, the event will be moved to the Eureka Community Center. Participants must be age 21 or older and may bring food and beverages (no glass bottles). Prizes and music by the Cruzen Band are featured. Admission is one non-perishable food item per person. Call 938-6775.

Saturday, March 27th – Sunday, March 28th

  • St. Peters Home, Garden and Great Outdoors Show

       10:00am – 3:00pm

    The 17th annual St. Peters Home, Garden and Great Outdoors Show will be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., Sat., March 27, and  11 a.m. until 3 p.m., Sun., March 28, at St. Peters City Hall next to the Rec Plex. The event will be in conjunction with the city's Going Green campaign with Earth Month, which will begin at the annual Home, Garden and Great Outdoor Show. The event will have approximately 60 vendors. Exhibitors will display products and services from fields including; remodeling, real estate, security, landscaping and a few more unusual displays. For more information visit stpeterschamber.com.

Sunday, March 28th

  • Messiah

            4:00pm

    Music at Ladue Chapel presents “Messiah,” Parts II and III, by George Frideric Handel, at 4 p.m. on Sun., March 28 at Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church (9450 Clayton Road in Ladue). The concert is performed by the Ladue Chapel Chancel Choir, an 18-piece orchestra and seven soloists.  Admission is free and open to the public with childcare provided. Visit laduechapel.org.

  • First Step Back Home Homeless Ministry Anniversary

            6:00pm – 9:00pm

    First Step Back Home Homeless Ministry will celebrate its fifth anniversary from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sun., March 28, at Wentzville Christian Church, 1507 Hwy. Z. A concert is planned to benefit and promote the Homeless Ministry. Admission is free and offerings will be accepted. Reservations are required. Send RSVPs to First Step Back Home (Attn: Benefit Concert) P.O. Box 966, O’Fallon, MO 63366 or paulwkruse@centurytel.net. For more information, call 466-1365.

Wednesday, March 31st

  • Dynamic Marriage Seminar

            6:30pm – 8:30pm

    The first session of the Dynamic Marriage Seminar, a marriage enrichment class, is from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wed., March 31 at St. John Lutheran Church in (15800 Manchester Road in Ellisville). Led by certified facilitators, couples learn the stages of love an apply knowledge to interaction and communication. To register, call 779-2369.

Thursday, April 1st

  • Metro Theater Company Community Support Day

            (All day)

    Community Support Day to benefit Metro Theater Company is on Thurs., April 1 at Whole Foods Market in Town & Country. Five percent of the store’s sales are donated to Metro Theater Company, and Metro Theater Company actors perform and provide activities for children. Call (314) 997-6777 or visit metrotheatercompany.org.

Friday, April 2nd

  • Good Friday Service

            7:00pm

    Harvest Bible Chapel St. Louis holds a Good Friday community worship service at 7 p.m. on Fri., April 2 in the auditorium at Missouri Baptist Hospital in Town & Country. Visit harveststlouis.org.

Saturday, April 3rd

  • Craft fair

            9:00am – 2:00pm

    A craft fair is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., April 3 at New Community Church (16801 Manchester Road in Wildwood). Homemade craft items, baked goods, a silent auction featuring handmade quilts and more are featured. All items are available for a minimum donation with proceeds benefiting families in need of financial assistance toward an adoption. Call Sara Drinkard at 527-5331.

  • Easter celebration

            10:00am

    The West County Fellowship of Central Presbyterian holds an Easter celebration at 10 a.m. on Sat., April 3 in Central Park in Chesterfield. A scavenger hunt, games and food for the whole family are featured. Admission is free. Call (314) 854-0163 or visit westcountyfellowship.org.

  • Youth Activity Park Easter Egg Hunt

       10:15am

    The fifth annual Youth Activity Park Easter Egg Hunt will start at 10:15 a.m. on Sat., April 3 at the park located at 7801 Hwy. N in Dardenne Prairie. Children age 3 years and younger will start at 10:15 a.m.; ages 4 to 6 years will start at 11 a.m.; and ages 7 to 12 years will begin at 11:45 a.m. For just $5 per child, the YAP Easter Egg Hunt offers a host of fun activities. At the conclusion of the egg hunts, kids can play egg-themed games and as a take-home gift, the Easter Bunny will be available for photos with participants throughout the event. Each hunt is limited to the first 100 participants, so advanced registration is required. To register, please visit stccparks.org or call 949-7535.

  • Easter Egg Hunt

            10:30am

    An Easter Egg Hunt for children of all ages is at 10:30 a.m. on Sat., April 3 at The Club at Chesterfield. An egg hunt, face painting and photos with the Easter Bunny are complimentary with advance reservations. Call 532-9992.

  • Parkway Trivia Night

       7:00pm

    The 2010 Parkway Trivia Night is at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:15 p.m.) on Sat., April 3 at Maryland Heights Community Center. Admission is $120 for a table of eight. Proceeds benefit programs that serve the Parkway community. For reservations, call (314) 415-8074 or visit parkwayalumni.org.

Sunday, April 4th

  • Easter Service

            9:30am

    The West County Fellowship of Central Presbyterian holds an Easter celebration church service at 9:30 a.m. on Sat., April 4 in the Chesterfield Community Theatre at the West County Family YMCA. Call (314) 854-0163 or visit westcountyfellowship.org.

Thursday, April 8th

  • Doyle Dykes

            7:00pm

    Fazios Frets & Friends presents a finger-style guitar workshop and live performance by Doyle Dykes at 7 p.m. on Thurs., April 8 at The Doxa (13250 South Outer 40 Road in Town & Country). Admission is $10. Call 227-3573.

Friday, April 9th

  • Glass artist exhibit

            5:00pm – 9:00pm

    “Glass – From Furnace to Fabulous,” an exhibit featuring the work of seven local glass artists, opens with a reception from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fri., April 9 and continues from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sat., April 10 and from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., April 11 at Art Gallery of Hog Hollow (14140 Olive Street Road in Chesterfield). Call (314) 469-6125.

Saturday, April 10th

  • How to Audition Workshop

            9:00am – 12:00pm

    Broadway on the Driveway holds a “How to Audition Workshop” for students aged 7-18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sat., April 10 at Graham Academy (15330 Manchester Road in Ballwin). The fee is $45; those who bring a friend save $5. For more information or to register, call 541-2813 or e-mail broadwaydriveway@prodigy.net.

  • Baby Kid Expo

            9:00am – 4:00pm

    The fourth annual Baby Kid Expo will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., April 10, at the St. Charles Convention Center. The expo is currently seeking applications from family focused businesses to be a part of the event. Exhibitors range from daycares, tutors, photographers, dance groups, sports groups, camp information, clothing, private schools, activities, nutrition, health and home-based businesses. The event is free. For more information, call Heather Deatz at 1-866-654-EXPO or visit www.babykidexpo.com. 

  • CPR for Family & Friends

            9:00am – 11:30am

    The Ellisville Parks Department holds “CPR for Family & Friends” from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Sat., April 10 at the Park Administration Center in Bluebird Park. Attendees learn in an American Heart Association course CPR skills for the lay rescuer. Certified instructors teach child and adult CPR skills and first aid for choking with hands-on practice. All participants must be age 12 or older. The fee is $30 per person. To register (required), call 227-7508.

Sunday, April 11th

  • Passport to Power

            1:00pm – 4:00pm

    “Passport to Power,” an event for mothers and their daughters aged 5 and older, is from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., April 11 at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Clayton.  Speakers relating to girls and women, food, mother/daughter activities and a silent auction are featured. To register, visit girlsintheknow.org.

Monday, April 12th

  • Festival of Foods and Silent Auction

            5:30pm – 8:30pm

    The Parkway South High 10th annual Festival of Foods and Silent Auction is from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Mon., April 12 at Parkway South (801 Hanna Road). More than 30 local restaurants providing samples of their house specialties, a large silent auction and musical entertainment provided by students are featured. Tickets are $10 per person and include samples from each restaurant. Proceeds support a non- alcoholic, all night graduation party for the class of 2011. For tickets, call Linda Meyer at 394-0311 or Pam Worland at 391-2038. To donate an auction item, e-mail Cindy at cindysc@buildabear.com.

Wednesday, April 14th

  • Model call

            4:00pm

    A model call for men between 5'11" and 6'3" tall and women 5'7" and taller who wear size 0-8 is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wed., April 14 at the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts, Room A1110, at Lindenwood University (2300 West Clay Street in St. Charles). Participants should bring a photo of themselves and are seen by a national talent scout for the chance to walk the runway at St. Charles Fall Fashion Week. E-mail Klee@lindenwood.edu for more information. 

Thursday, April 15th

  • Anti-Genocide Activism

            7:30pm

    The Young Professionals Division of Jewish Federation, the Holocaust Museum and Learning Center and the Anti-Defamation League are sponsor “Anti-Genocide Activism” at 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., April 15 at the Missouri History Museum – AT&T Room. Mark Hanis, founder and president of the Genocide Intervention Network, presents “Genocide Past and Present” and offers ways individuals can pursue grassroots activism. To register, contact Stella Bilbrey at sbilbrey@jfedstl.org by April 8. For more information, contact Jean Cavender at (314) 442-3715 or jcavender@jfedstl.org.

Saturday, April 17th

  • Indoor rummage sale

            7:30am – 1:00pm

    The Parkway Central High School/Project Graduation Indoor Rummage Sale is from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sat., April 17 at the high school (369 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield). Household items, toys, books, baby items, clothing, furniture, sports equipment, small electronics and prom and party dresses are featured. Payment is by cash only. Call Tammy Crawford at (314) 542-9882 or visit pchprojectgraduation.org.

  • OCD support group

            10:00am – 12:00pm

    The St. Louis Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Support Group meets from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sat., April 17 at Missouri Baptist Hospital in the first floor auditorium of the main building. Melanie Van Dyke discusses Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and a support group meeting follows. Call (314) 842-7228.

  • Dinner and auction

            5:00pm

    The Missionary Sisters of St. Peter Claver Dinner and Auction is at 5 p.m. on Sat., April 17 at Sunset Hills Country Club (9555 South Geyer Road in Sunset Hills). A wine reception, dinner, silent and oral auctions and raffle are featured. Tickets are $75 per person; tables for 10 are available. Proceeds benefit the Missionary Sisters of St. Peter Claver in Chesterfield. For tickets or information, call (314) 469-4932.

Friday, April 23rd

  • Marriage Growth Weekends

            (All day)

    Christian Marriage Ministry holds Marriage Growth Weekends the weekends of April 23-25, July 16-18, Sept. 24-26 and Nov. 5-7 at the St. Louis Best Western Airport Plaza Inn and Conference Center (4530 N. Lindbergh Blvd.). A $50 registration fee is required to hold a spot. For more information and to register, call (314) 434-0144 or visit cmm-stl.org.

  • Art & Writing Contest

            3:00pm

    The Holocaust Museum and Learning Center’s Art & Writing Contest runs until 3 p.m. on Fri., April 23.  Student divisions for both art and writing are featured. For accepted topics and contest rules, call (314) 442-3714 or visit hmlc.org.

Sunday, April 25th

  • Earth Day Festival

            11:00am – 6:00pm

    The 21st annual Earth Day Festival is from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sun., April 25 on the Muny grounds at Forest Park. Educational exhibits, hands-on activities, food and beverages, a parade and more are featured. Call (314) 961-5838 or visit stlouisearthday.org.

Monday, April 26th

  • Sleep class for seniors

            1:00pm – 2:00pm

    “Sleeping on it, Sweet Dreams for Better Health,” a health class for senior citizens, is from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Mon., April 26 at Living Word Church (17315 Manchester Road in Wildwood). Admission is free. Call 821-2800.

Friday, April 30th

  • So You Know You Can Dance

            7:00pm

    Chesterfield Arts presents “So You Know You Can Dance,” a showcase of local dance talent, at 7 p.m. on Fri., April 30 at The Purser Center at Logan College of Chiropractic (1851 Schoettler Road in Chesterfield). Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 12 and younger. Call 519-1955 or visit chesterfieldarts.org.

Wednesday, May 5th

  • Cinco de Mayo auction

            5:45pm

    The Professional Women’s Alliance (PWA) celebrates Cinco de Mayo with an auction at 5:45 p.m. on Wed., May 5 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (7750 Carondelet in Clayton). A Mexican buffet, live and silent auctions and networking are featured. Tickets are $40 per person, $300 for a table of eight or $375 for a table of 10. Proceeds benefit Lydia’s House. Call (314) 991-6144 or visit stlpwa.org.

Sunday, May 9th

  • West County Walk

            8:30am

    The West County Walk, a 5k walk benefiting the St. Louis Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, is at 8:30 a.m. on Sun., May 9, starting at Lafayette High School and concluding at the Wildwood Town Center. Shuttle busses return participants to the high school. The registration fee is $25, $20 of which is donated directly to the Komen St. Louis affiliate. For more information and to register, visit thewestcountywalk.com.

Monday, May 17th

  • Assistance League Golf Classic

            10:00am

    The Assistance League of St. Louis 11th annual Golf Classic is at 10 a.m. (registration and practice) on Mon., May 17 at Meadowbrook Country Club. The entry fee is $250 per person and includes lunch, cart, golf, refreshments on the course, post-tournament open bar and appetizers, silent and live auctions and a buffet dinner. Dinner-only tickets are $50. A shotgun start is at 12 p.m. Contests and awards also are featured. Call 227-6200 or visit stlouis.assistanceleague.org.

Thursday, June 10th

  • Dine Out for the Cure

            (All day)

    Dine Out for the Cure is on Thurs., June 10 at participating restaurants in the St. Louis area. Restaurants donate a portion of the day’s proceeds to the Komen St. Louis affiliate to support breast cancer research. For a list of participating restaurants, visit komenstlouis.org.

Thursday, June 17th

  • Savor – Taste of St. Peters

       5:30pm – 8:30pm

    Savor - Taste of St. Peters will be held from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., Thurs., June 17, at St. Peters City Hall next to the Rec Plex. The event generally attracts approximately 40 restaurants, wineries, and breweries and sells out every year to the first 1000 to get tickets. Attendees are encouraged to try what they like or try it all while enjoying the tunes from "Mid Life Crisis." For more information, visit stpeterschamber.com.