The Missouri History Museum will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy with a weekend of learning, connection and community for all ages. The celebration starts Friday, January 17th, and culminates on the national holiday, Monday, January 20th. Programing is part of the African American History Initiative’s on-going work to explore the African American experience throughout the region. Dr. King would have been 96 years old in 2025. Learn more here,
Read MoreOn January 25th, a day of frosty fun with ice sculptures, live performances, and a dazzling drone show awaits winter lovers in the heart of the Delmar Loop. The 18th Annual Loop Ice Carnival is set to embrace the winter chill from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM in the historic Delmar Loop that day. See for yourself why this is a must-do event to fully experience winter in St. Louis.
Read MoreCara Starke sailed into to St. Louis from preeminent East coast arts organizations and now captains the ship at the Pulitzer. After 10 years as the Pulitzer Arts Foundation’s executive director, she and it have begun to blur. Her beautiful hair has turned the exact same color as the Pulitzer’s dove-gray walls and her affect is as peaceful as the stunning modernist space she moves through. Learn more here about her journey and its impact upon the storied Pulitzer.
Read MoreSt. Louis native, Incarnate Word Academy, WNBA superstar are a few of the words that describe Napheesa “Phee” Collier. She is now soaring to new heights as the co-founder of a new professional women’s league named Unrivaled. This new league will allow female players to earn money in the offseason while being able to stay in the United States rather than travel abroad. Read more here about her journey.
Read MoreThe Gateway Foundation is accepting applications for the 2025 Gyo Obata Fellowship. The Fellowship honors the life and legacy of Wash U alum Gyo Obata, one of the most accomplished and influential architects of his generation. The fellowship’s purpose is to create new opportunities for students from backgrounds underrepresented in public arts administration and the community at large. Learn more here about his legacy and how to apply.
Read MoreKeith Alper’s life reads like the ultimate entrepreneurial success story, shaped by relentless ambition, creativity and an unwavering commitment to his community. As his first company, CPG Agency, prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2025, his influence on the marketing community keeps growing. Since 2009, his Nitrous Effect Company has made an indelible imprint on the Fortune 500 firms in St. Louis and beyond. Take a journey with us on his storied career.
Read MoreSt. Louis has long been a city of culinary traditions, rich with its toasted ravioli, gooey butter cake and deep loyalty to local favorites. Yet over the past two decades, a revolution has redefined dining in the Gateway City. At the heart of this transformation stands Gerard Craft, a James Beard Award-winning chef who not only elevated the city’s restaurant scene but also positioned St. Louis as a national food destination. Learn why here.
Read MoreBe stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids on Thursday, January 23rd at The Factory in the District in Chesterfield. Davids has been seen on “Britain’s Got Talent,” “Showtime at the Apollo” and winner of the BBC’s “Even Better Than the Real Thing.” The two-hour international production will fill you with joy, nostalgia and wonderment as it takes you on a heartfelt journey through all of Whitney Houston’s greatest hits including “I Wanna Dance With Somebody,” “I Will Always Love You,” and more.
Read MoreClementine's Naughty & Nice Ice Creamery is launching a "Vegan" takeover on January 1st, 2025. The month of January is known as "Vegan-uary" and is a national movement for those wanting to try a plant-based lifestyle. Clementine's will have over a dozen vegan flavors on the rail for guests to enjoy, including brand new flavors like Ozark Cabin, Salty Caramel Ember, Peanut Butter Cup and Mangonada. Available at all eight locations as well as nationwide shipping. Learn more.
Read MoreAs 2024 closes, we again have a blank slate upon which to write new chapters in our lives. At galas we will gather. Our city we will enjoy. Travels we will take. Life we will savor. Welcome to 2025. Here in the pages of this, our first issue of the new year, we have again reached our aim that we have brought to your doorstep, laptops, cells, and social media for over a dozen years — to once again bring you a sampling of the brilliant colors that make our city and our world shine and be a lustrous place in which to thrive. Enjoy the read. And Happy New Year!
Read MoreIgnite your 2025 Friday nights with a visit to Third Degree Glass in the Delmar Maker District. Experience live glassblowing demonstrations, a flame working demo, hands-on kiln experience, premium craft cocktails & full bar, live music, raffles, food from Urban Eats vendors, and rotating seasonal activities. Details here about the first two Third Friday events of 2025.
Read MoreThe new. The now. The notable in the world of luxury motoring for 2025 is here for your perusal. We have compiled a “scholarly” list. Here of the best of the best. See and read all about them.
Read MoreThe land of fire and ice awaits when you visit Hotel Rangá in Iceland. It presents a privileged view of our world in some of its rawest forms and is an ideal base for exploring the marvels within Iceland’s famed Golden Circle. Take a tour with us in the land where you get 76 summers and winters, if you’re lucky.
Read MoreWhether or not you’re into Christmas, most likely you’re a fan of the four famous singers from Sun Records, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Johnny Cash. Dubbed the ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ the quadrumvirate made an indelible mark on the music industry. And so will the Rep’s, Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, co-produced by STAGES St. Louis. With only a few performances left through Sunday, December 22nd, it’s time to grab your tickets and journey simultaneously to the Rep and go down memory lane with the fellas. If you go, get ready to party. Folks are literally dancing in their seats, clapping to the beats, standing up to boogie for the FOUR, count ‘em, FOUR encores. Read more.
Read MoreNestled into a horseshoe bend of the Tennessee River near Tellico Lake in Loudon sits Windy Hill Farm & Preserve. The near-constant breeze that rustles the treetops of a hill crowned by a water tower makes for a rustic, yet beautiful serene getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. Take a trip with us and experience the all-inclusive destination in rural East Tennessee that is an ideal place to explore and unwind.
Read MoreFor ten years, Susan Sherman has led the charge to resurrect the glorious past of the St. Louis fashion industry and take it back to its former glory. She is on a crusade to reclaim a significant stake that the Gateway City once had in America’s multi-billion-dollar industry. Earlier this month at St. Louis’ most exclusive fashion mall in the Saks Fifth Avenue gallery, Susan and the Saint Louis Fashion fund culminated the 12-months-long campaign to commemorate the achievements of the fund. Read more here about the finale to the 10 for the 10th anniversary celebration.
Read MoreLocal socialite Kelly Bagwe held a charity benefit a day ahead of the world-wide ‘Wicked’ premiere. Dubbed, “Are YOU A GOOD WITCH OR A BAD WITCH?”, guests arrived dressed to the nines, decked out in stunning pink or black and green. Fans thronged to St. Louis’ Chase Park Plaza Theater as either Galinda, as Glinda The Good Witch is called in much of the film, or as Elphaba, the soon-to-be Wicked Witch of the West. Pink taffeta flowed, green make-up and billowing black capes filled the theater. Learn more here about how Kelly’s efforts turned “Wicked” to good for a local women and children’s charity.
Read MoreIt’s Christmastime at the Missouri History Museum and time to spread the joy of the season. Join the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association for a festive concert and community sing-along on Thursday, December 12th, 6:30-8pm. Learn more here.
Read MoreHearth & Soul continues its annual holiday tradition this year. An unforgettable holiday window is on display for passers by to marvel at and shoppers to see as they discover holiday treasures. Coupled with month-long festivities and daily advent calendar giveaways through December, Hearth & Soul is your home away from home for the best time of the year. Learn more.
Read MoreIt's that wonderful time of year when Houska Gallery in St. Louis’ Central West End hosts their annual Winter Group Show. The show includes a much-anticipated grouping of new and previously represented artists with an all-new body of work to exhibit. Join them for an Opening Reception on Friday, December 6th from 5-8 pm. Learn more here.
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