St. Louis Events

Recreation Council News…

CALL FOR PERFORMERS for our annual Evening of Entertainment: A Competitive Spotlight on Abilities: Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 7-9:30pm at Ladue Horton Watkins High School 1201 South Warson Drive, St. Louis, MO 63124. If you have a disability and want to perform your talent in singing, dancing, cheer, comedy, playing an instrument, or whatever your talent, sign up to compete. Cash prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Proceeds benefit the Recreation Council. Performers MUST register for their performance by February 28, 2025. For more information and/or a performance application call Katie Banister at 314-481-0633. Talent application is at this link: www.recreationcouncil.org/event/annual-evening-of-entertainment

Winter Bird Walk: Saturday, December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.—12 noon at the Audubon Center, West Alton, MO. The Missouri Department of Conservation and the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis invite you to take a winter’s walk to see the amazing eagles, trumpeter swans, pelicans, duck and geese found at the Audubon Center in West Alton, MO. We will meet at the visitor’s center and the walk will be led by Missouri Conservation Department volunteers who will provide information about the various waterfowl and other creatures found in the area. Bring your binoculars, and dress according to the weather. The paved trail is accessible to everyone. Register Here by November 30th by calling the Recreation Council at (314)726-6044, ext.101. Information

Recreation Council See’s Candies Fundraiser: During this season of giving, please check out our fundraiser with See’s Candies.  These sweet items will be a sure hit with your friends, family, neighbors, your child’s teachers, co-workers, etc., during the holiday season. Treat yourself and others to the yummiest candy on earth AND support our organization at the same time!  Ordering your items is easy!  Go to www.yumraising.com/secure/recreationcog_recreation_council2/SusFle7811/candy to help us reach our fundraising goals. Here’s to achieving sweet success! SHARE OUR FLYER WITH YOUR FRIENDS

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Events for People with Disabilities…

Thanksgiving Day Parade Accessible Viewing: Thursday, November 28 from 9am-12 noon. Holidays in St. Louis is hosting an accessible viewing area located at 8^th and Market Streets at the Spire Headquarters. Park on 8^th street between Walnut and Market Streets. Parade begins at 9am, so allow yourself time to park and get to the viewing area. Contact Bill Meehan at billm@wkmeehanpc.com for questions and information.

Arya Foundation Holiday Adaptive Giveaway – APPLICATIONS DUE BY DECEMBER 1, 2024: We give special toys to children with special needs in Greater St. Louis for the holidays. You can donate on our website to make sure a child with a disability gets a toy this Holiday. Families: Applications to receive a toy will be available from October 1 to December 1, 2024. Check the website for information: www.thearyafoundation.org/programs

Freddie Ford Family Foundation Events (STL): The Freddie Ford Family Foundation is dedicated to supporting under-served families impacted by autism and raising awareness and acceptance of autism. We welcome families to join us for our FREE fall events. For information, contact Felicia Ford, Founder & Executive Director, at (314) 282-5003 or felicia@freddiefordfamilyfoundation.org

• Holiday Party: December 15 at the Maryland Heights Community Center, Holiday Party Registration
• Winter Break Camp Ausome (STL): Jan 2-3, 2025 for children with autism ages 6-11 at the Affton Community Center. Contact Felicia Ford, Founder & Executive Director, at (314) 282-5003 or felicia@freddiefordfamilyfoundation.org

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Saint Louis Storytelling Festival (STL), November 14–23. St. Louis County Library is hosting the 45th annual St. Louis Storytelling Festival featuring a diverse lineup of nationally renowned storytellers at a variety of venues throughout the St. Louis region, as well as programs for all ages. Venues include St. Louis County Library branch locations, the Missouri History Museum, Work & Leisure, and the Mirowitz Center. All events are free and open to the public. Information

Movie Night at The Hub: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (STL), Thursday, November 21, activities begin at 5:30pm, movie begins: 6:30pm. Enjoy a family-friendly movie viewed on the outdoor large LED screen of The Hub. Admission is FREE, but no outside food and drink is allowed. Information

Festive Fridays at the Saint Louis Art Museum (STL), November 22 at the Art Museum in Forest Park. Enjoy celebrating the holiday season with FREE concerts, tours, gallery activations, and art-making activities every Friday from November 22-December 27. SLAM will also have a pop-up bar in the Sculpture Hall for visitors to purchase seasonal drinks and snacks. The current ticketed exhibitions are FREE and the Museum has extended hours. Information

Festival of Lights in Kiener Plaza (STL),  November 23 from 12:00 noon-8:30 pm in Kiener Plaza, downtown St. Louis, MO. This annual event ushers in the annual Winterfest holiday season with live holiday themed entertainment, lighting of the Salvation Army Tree of Lights, vendor booths, exhibits, photo opportunities with St. Louis Mascots, live reindeer, and a fireworks finale.FREE ice skating if you bring your own skates, and free skate rental on November 23 only courtesy of Ameren. . Information

Events that Repeat Weekly or Monthly…

• Grateful Mondays at Schlafly’s Maplewood Tap Room (STL): Every Monday: Information
• Thursday Nights at the History Museum (STL), Every Thursday: Information
• FREE Fridays at the Saint Louis Art Museum (STL): Every Friday: Information
• Live Music at the STL City Foundry (STL), Every Friday and Saturday: Information
• Family Nights at The Magic House (STL), Every third Friday: Reservation Required
• Family Sundays at the Saint Louis Art Museum (STL), Two Sundays per Month: Calendar
• Planetarium Star Party (STL), First Friday of every month: Information
• Solar Days at the Planetarium (STL), Third Sunday of every month: Information
• Fall History and Tree Walks at Bellefontaine Cemetery (STL), Several times per month on various days: Information

 

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