Top advertising agency designer for Coca-Cola campaigns and other fun stuff, Chuck Middlekauff, threw in the towel in 1992 to take a crack at real art. Now, Chuck's distinctive pop art interpretations of the West, with inspirations from the likes of Andy Warhol, Billy Schenck, Nelson Boren, and Jackson Pollack, have appeared in the finest Western galleries in America. Take a closer look at his work here.
Read MoreSituated at the gateway to the Bavarian Alps, Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt is a luxurious home for visitors to the "Hamptons of Germany." Travel with us as we explore this storybook resort.
Read MoreEach September, whiskey enthusiasts nationwide raise a glass to celebrate bourbon whiskey. September has been deemed Bourbon Heritage Month. Introduced by Kentucky Republican Senator Jim Bunning in 2007, a resolution was passed by the U.S. Senate, declaring September as National Bourbon Heritage Month. Read about how to enjoy the libation considered America's Native Spirit.
Read MoreButler's Pantry is the catering bread and butter of St. Louis. Since the age of six, Richard Nix Jr. is a natural byproduct of growing up in a restaurant family. In 1994, he took the helm of the business his father founded in 1966 to provide creative catering solutions to the St. Louis community. Learn here about his 58-year-young business and how Butler's Pantry is giving back to the community that has made them a success.
Read MoreThe final days of summer are upon us, and by the weekend the autumnal equinox brings summer to a close. The bright buds of summer will begin to fade. But one community takes full advantage of spring and summer's glorious blooms and gets the whole community involved. For nearly 40 years, Executive Director of U City in Bloom Judy Prange, with the help of neighbors, beautifies the 5.9 square miles of University City with gardens. Read how she has rallied the community to keep U City blooming.
Read MoreThe story of the Ken and Nancy Kranzberg's art collection began in the 1970's when Nancy convinced Ken to spend $90 on a painting. Ken would later break into a cold sweat because back then $90 was a lot of money to them. Fast forward to 2024, and together they have built the Kranzberg Arts Foundation whose impact on the arts community stretches throughout the region. Read about its beginnings how the foundation will propel itself into the future.
Read MoreChamber Music Society of St. Louis raised more than $275,000 at its Vintage Gala, which celebrated the 80th birthday of acclaimed conductor, composer, and author Leonard Slatkin. The concert and special event on Monday, September 9, at The Sheldon, also honored CMSSL’s 15th anniversary. Experience the historic night here.
Read MoreEveryone knows about October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but how many know that September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month? The St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness organization is bringing this devastating disease front and center. Learn here what they do and how you can help.
Read MoreBob Clark has built one of the country’s largest construction firms, Clayco. Here, he reflects on his journey from start-up to top builder, evolving from his earliest company motto, "Construction Success" to the current one, "The Art and Science of Building."
Through the years, renowned photographer Matt McFarland has captured the essence of Clark's vision. Read and see more about how their partnership continues to make an indelible industry imprint for all to see now and into the future.
On September 25, 2024, Soldiers Memorial Military Museum will unveil a new exhibition titled Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II. The exhibition tells the story of the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops — the first mobile, multimedia, tactical deception unit in US Army history. Learn more here.
Read MoreA regional literary celebration like no other, the Missouri Book Festival takes place Friday and Saturday, September 13 and 14 in Washington, MO. This one-of-a-kind event, designed for people of all ages, features an array of programs and activities meant to promote literacy and to encourage reading throughout the state. Learn more here.
Read MoreBy now, many of you have received our annual Charity Register, Sophisticated Giving in your mailboxes, which was packaged with the September/October issue of the magazine. Here, our Editor-in-Chief, Christy Marshall reflects on some of the charities spotlighted in the 2024 register and their significance in the community. Read more.
Read MoreThe J in collaboration with the St. Louis Jewish Federation welcome all St. Louis families to Sababa, St. Louis’ biennial premier Jewish Arts & Culture Festival on Sunday, September 29 at the Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur. Learn about the colorful extravaganza here.
Read MoreThe Saint Louis Art Fair is proud to announce its highly anticipated 31st year as it returns to the streets of downtown Clayton September 6-8, 2024. The Saint Louis Art Fair is a nationally juried fine art and fine craft show consistently ranked as one of the nation’s top fine art fairs. Learn more here.
Read MoreWith mild fall temperatures ahead, St. Louis eagerly welcomes back the cherished tradition of the Missouri History Museum’s Twilight Thursdays concert series starting up again on September 5th. Now a staple of the St. Louis cultural scene, the free outdoor event will have music and people alike flooding the fall landscape surrounding the museum. Learn more here.
Read MoreSummer is over. In days gone by, kids didn’t head back to school until after Labor Day. But for many kids and teachers the school bell rang weeks ago and will continue sounding for the nine months ahead. Time is suddenly crunched. Not enough hours in the day. Winslow's Table to the rescue. They have you covered with quick and delicious meals. Learn here how you can meet your family’s culinary needs and have time for yourself.
Read MoreThe barchetta design of Midsummer, borne from a Morgan & Pininfarina collaboration, celebrates an iconic European body style and demonstrates the flexibility of the timeless Morgan silhouette. See and read about the extraordinary European driving machine here.
Read MoreEnhancements to the new BMW i4 and 4 Series Gran Coupe related to aesthetics, driving experience, electrification, and digitalization aim to build upon the brand’s status as an innovator in the premium midsize class. See more here.
Read MoreFall Weddings have become even more popular over the last few years with almost 35% of couples tying the knot in autumn. Factors like temperate weather (not too hot and not too cold), pretty fall foliage and the lull between summer and winter holidays all make the fall season an appealing time of year to get married. Summer was the second-most popular wedding season, with 25% of couples getting married between June and August. Find out why here.
Read MoreRaindrops sparkled like diamonds as their descent from heaven-to-earth was interrupted by a bounce off the highly polished chrome bumpers of some of the world's most coveted automobiles arrayed in the gardens of Villa d'Este in Tivoli, Italy, for the annual Concours d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. Read about the celebration of some of the world's finest luxury motor cars.
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