Everyone in the jazz world and beyond is grieving loss of David Sanborn on Monday, May 13 after a prolonged battle with cancer. To say that David was a legend might be a bit of and understatement. David’s illustrious, storied career included performances with music's most celebrated figures. He won six Grammys and released 25 albums, one of which went platinum and eight gold. Here, Jazz St. Louis reflects on his contributions to the jazz world.
Read MoreThis summer, STAGES St. Louis once again lights up the stage with its 38th season. At the helm is the dynamic duo, Executive Director Andrew Kuhlman and Artistic Director Gayle Seay. Now, beginning their second season as co-leaders of the organization, the team carefully plucks precious gems from their STAGES St. Louis’ jewelry box and allow each to sparkle on its own – from acting, to sets, to costumes. Read more to learn how they make STAGES shine.
Read MoreOn Friday, May 3, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra announced that it raised $1.135 million for its artistic, education, and community programs at its gala event and concert featuring the internationally acclaimed musician and philanthropist Yo-Yo Ma. Gala guests enjoyed an evening at Stifel Theatre including dinner, drinks, and dancing with live music, all in support of the SLSO as it concludes its 144th season. See highlights of the glorious evening here.
Read MoreTwo integral parts in the continuing St. Louis’ downtown renaissance have announced a partnership — 21c Museum Hotel and St. Louis CITY SC. The two major players have announced that the hotel has been named the official hotel partner for the current season of the famed soccer franchise. Since both entities burst onto the scene, they have been a magnet for the City of St. Louis — the sprawling 2.5-million peopled metropolis, and the expansive region. Read more here.
Read MoreAlmost half a century ago, in furtherance of the Civil Rights Movement, America “suddenly” realized that we were not just a nation of BLACKS and WHITES; indeed we were and are a rainbow culture. We began to recognize contributions of Americans as multifaceted as its innumerable hues. The palette of recognition first splashed itself with color in 1977. By 1979, AAPI had a week. By 1992, it had a month. By 2024, the new name has expanded to Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islanders Heritage Month. Learn how it all came to be here.
Read MoreIf you’re a sports fanatic, living in St. Louis is heaven. And the St. Louis Sports Commission brings heaven to earth. Read more here about how the commission uses the power of sports to enhance the area’s quality of life and to create economic and social benefits for the community.
Read MoreWhether in the heart of Tokyo, overlooking the Manhattan skyline, or off the beaten path in St. Louis, omakase sushi offers a glimpse into the soul of Japanese cuisine. It is a celebration of simplicity, craftsmanship, and the profound connection between food and culture.
For those willing to embark on this gastronomic journey, prepare to be dazzled by the skill of the sushi chef, delighted by the freshness of the ingredients, and enchanted by the symphony of flavors. Omakase sushi is not just a meal—it is something to savor, a memory to cherish, and a testament to the enduring allure of Japanese culinary artistry. See for yourself here.
Read MoreThe summer months are almost upon us. Spring is officially here until June 20th, but anyone who’s lived in St. Louis for any length of time knows that things heat up a lot sooner. And there are so many hot social functions to attend until we all head off for destinations across the globe or just nest here for staycations when the social season takes a little break. Here are a potpourri of sophisticated celebrations from which to choose.
Read MoreGraduation commencement ceremonies will be taking place in St. Louis and beyond during the month of May. High school and college students who have labored for years will soon walk across the stage of various and sundry schools of higher learning, either in indoor auditoriums or platforms erected outdoors for the time-honored rituals. Diplomas and degrees will be handed them to certify their achievement. Here is a bit of trivia about some of our time-honored traditions and graduation gift-giving ideas.
Read MoreThe May/June issue of Sophisticated Living St. Louis is here. Flip through its pages virtually by clicking this link, or pick a hard copy up at one of our many advertisers and leaf through its glossy pages, or subscribe and have your postman bring it straight to your door. Sit back and savor the best your world has to offer locally, nationally and internationally.
Read MoreMother’s Day may be the second-largest spending holiday in America, but nothing is second to the mother in your life. Whether it be the mother of your children, the mother who gave you life, your grandmother, or any special mother in your life, no one would exist without a mother. Mother’s Day 2024 is Sunday, May 12th. Don’t be left empty handed. Following are some of the special ways that you can tangibly show your love for MOM.
Read MoreStephanie Franklin launched Fly Wines, a new subscription wine service in late 2023. Aiming to be more than just a wine seller, Franklin is passionate about bringing undiscovered and underrepresented wine regions to the US market. As a Black woman in an industry historically dominated by men, she feels it's essential to have a diverse portfolio and tell stories that show the vastness of the wine industry and the passion that goes into those 750ml bottles sent to customers' doors. Read how she made it happen.
Read MoreWith her giant etching press and a healthy dose of alchemy, owner and Master Printer of Wildwood Press, Maryanne Ellison Simmons works with artists to bring new beauty to life. Simmons and her husband, Ted, a former Cardinals baseball player, met in junior high school and much later, began a life of collecting. In 2020, the couple donated 833 pieces of art to the Saint Louis Art Museum and held an exhibit called “Catching the Moment”. Read more about her story here.
Read MoreWhile many Jews are well educated about Passover, many Christians know only what they were taught in grammar school, Sunday school, in church, or by watching the Cecil B. DeMille epic, “The Ten Commandments.” And while the 10th and final plague visited upon Egypt was the among the most remembered parts of the film, it does not tell the whole story. Read here about what this writer learned to school himself about the most important of Jewish holidays.
Read MoreAmid an unearthly 900-acre landscape of towering mesas, slot canyons, and rust-colored sands, the tented retreat of Camp Sakira at Amagati in the desert heart of southern Utah promises back-to-back unforgettable experiences. There has certainly been no shortage of such properties featured on the pages of this magazine over the past two decades, but this destination is something that must be seen to be believed. Experience one of the most dramatic places on the planet with every earthly amenity. See for yourself here.
Read MoreThis Saturday, April 13th, Microfinancing Partners in Africa will welcome four women from Africa to St. Louis. These women diligently work with our local nonprofit to transform the lives of those living in extreme poverty through income-driven initiatives. These four women, referred to as ‘Sandals on the Ground,’ can offer stories of strength, resilience, courage, and perseverance for compelling interviews or appearances. Learn more here.
Read MoreMetro Theater Company, a longstanding pillar of the St. Louis arts scene, kicked off its annual gala festivities at the beautiful home of Russell Jackson and Alex Gutierrez. The event drew a diverse crowd, including longtime supporters and newcomers eager to learn about Metro's mission. See the night in pictures here.
Read MoreIn celebration of Earth Day, an exhibit addressing plastic pollution opens on April 20th at artist Adrienne Outlaw’s studio and showroom. The show, entitled Consumed, addresses the critical need for creative solutions to the pressing plastic pollution problem with an elegant and joyful exhibition. The family-friendly event includes activities for easily reducing, recycling, and repurposing. Learn more and see some of her work here.
Read MoreFamous fashion designer and former “Project Runway” judge, Michael Kors and St. Louis-born supermodel and former host of “Project Runway,” Karlie Kloss, were the talk of the town this Monday. Both fashion icons touched down in St. Louis for separate events as part of the Saint Louis Fashion Fund’s 10-for-the 10th Anniversary Celebrations. See the glitz and glamour of the full day’s events here.
Read MoreIf you’re reading this right now, you have just FOUR days to get ready for a total solar eclipse that will span a huge path across the entire country. Yes, you say, I just saw one seven years ago when the same thing happened in 2017. But since totality is a rare occurrence, you won’t get the chance to see this happen for another 20 years. And, let’s face it, some of us may not be around in 2044. Read on to learn more about the best places to put on your eclipse glasses and have a “look see.”
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