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Gateway Miniature Fair Show & Sale
April 27, 2008
Where: Doubletree Hotel, 16625 Swingley Ridge Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63017
Dealers from across the country come to display and sell their miniature dollhouses, furniture, dolls, landscaping, food, and accessories of all kinds in all scales. $7 Adults, $5 Museum Members, $5 Students 13-18, $2 Children 3-12
Fine Arts Show
April 25, 2008 - April 27, 2008
Where: Hall of Waters, Excelsior Springs, MO
Friday evening reception 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. with live music and refreshments. Art Show and sale featuring regional artist to conclude on Sunday, April 27.
www.gatsbydays.com
The Springfield Playhouse production of A Collection of Tall Tales
April 26, 2008 - April 27, 2008
Where: The Skinny Improv, 301 Park Central East, Springfield, Missouri
Children are involved in several aspects of the actual production. They are used during the play as props, set pieces, they cheer the hero and boo the villain, make noises and help design and decorate the set.
417-831-5233
$5.00
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
April 29, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
April 30, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Azalea Festival May 1-4
May 01, 2008
Where: Fredericktown, Missouri
Carnival, arts/Crafts, Food, Vendors, Games, Contests
May 1 Prince & Princess Contest, Food, crafts, entertainment, carnival, contests in the park
May 2 Queen Coronation, Food, crafts, entertainment, carnival, contests in the park
May 3 – Food, crafts, entertainment, carnival, contests in the park
May 4 – Parade with floats, bands, etc. – Food, crafts, entertainment, carnival, contests in the park
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 01, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Best of Missouri Life Festival
May 02, 2008 - May 04, 2008
Where: Boonville, MO
The Best of Missouri Life festival is a weekend-long celebration of food, wine, craft beers, music, products made in Missouri, and the cultural heritage of our state. Art Show, Wine Tasting, Beer garden, Reenactors of Famous Missourians, Stage Performers, and Much More!
A celebration of the best of Missouri culture through story, song, and taste.
Free event (except some special events). Concert featuring David lee Murphy. Several sites through out town. Visit the homepage of this site for more information or call 800-492-2593. See you there!
First Friday Art Walk
May 02, 2008
Where: Downtown Springfield
Experience the excitement each gallery has to offer-from photography, paintings and drawings to pottery, blown glass and sculpture. It’s a great way to spend time with friends for an evening of art and fun, and it’s free!
www.springfieldarts.org/firstfridayartwalk
417-862-2787
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 02, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Masterworks Concert
May 02, 2008
Where: Pike Auditorium, SBU Campus
Annual concert entering its fourth decade of bringing large-scale choral and orchestral works to southwest Missouri. The program will be “Magnificat in D” by Johann Sebastian Bach for soloists, choir, and orchestra and “Jubilate Deo”, from the Tres Cantus Laudente by Mack Wilberg for choir, organ, and brass ensemble. The concert is free and open to the public.
Karrin Allyson
May 02, 2008
Where: Gillioz Theatre, Springfield
A popular and critically-acclaimed fixture on the jazz landscape, Grammy-nominated Karrin Allyson has a warm, throaty sound, a relaxed sense of swing, and an adventurous take on expanding the jazz vocal repertoire.
www.hammonshall.com
888-476-7849
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Best of Missouri Life Festival
May 02, 2008 - May 04, 2008
Where: Boonville, MO
The Best of Missouri Life festival is a weekend-long celebration of food, wine, craft beers, music, products made in Missouri, and the cultural heritage of our state. Art Show, Wine Tasting, Beer garden, Reenactors of Famous Missourians, Stage Performers, and Much More!
A celebration of the best of Missouri culture through story, song, and taste.
Free event (except some special events). Concert featuring David lee Murphy. Several sites through out town. Visit the homepage of this site for more information or call 800-492-2593. See you there!
Historic Downtown Liberty Farmer's Market
May 03, 2008
Where: Every Saturday, Liberty, Mo
Each Saturday, from May through late October, the air in Historic Downtown Liberty will be filled with the smells of fresh garden flowers, baked goods, vegetables, fruits, honey, jams and jellies.
The Historic Downtown Liberty Farmer’s Market, in its first year sponsored by Historic Downtown Liberty, Inc., will be located on Franklin Street and Main Street in beautiful Historic Downtown Liberty. The market will be open each Saturday from May 3rd through October 25th from 7:00am until 12:00pm.
The market will also include an entertainment plaza from 9:00 a.m. until noon on the north side of the courthouse. The entertainment plaza will feature a variety of live entertainment including children’s activities, cooking demonstrations, music and dancing.
Tour deStooges Bike Ride
May 03, 2008
Where: Highland, Illinois
http://www.moonlightramble.com/rec_series_08.htm
A new home for Tour De Stooges, but the same wonderful ride. Choose from routes of 15, 22, 31, 42, and 64 miles. Rest stops and SAG support provided. Along with lunch you may watch all the slapstick comedy you can stand. This is the 11th year for the Tour De Stooges. It draws about 700 cyclists from 14 states.
Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street
May 03, 2008 - May 04, 2008
Where: Historic Walnut Street, Springfield
Visual and performing arts take center stage. More than 140 artists from across the country display and sell their work. Other activities include five performance stages and a children’s area.
www.itsalldowntown.com
417-831-6200
The Springfield Playhouse production of A Collection of Tall Tales
May 03, 2008 - May 04, 2008
Where: The Skinny Improv, 301 Park Central East, Springfield, Missouri
Children are involved in several aspects of the actual production. They are used during the play as props, set pieces, they cheer the hero and boo the villain, make noises and help design and decorate the set.
417-831-5233
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 03, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Arkansas Travelers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Best of Missouri Life Festival
May 02, 2008 - May 04, 2008
Where: Boonville, MO
The Best of Missouri Life festival is a weekend-long celebration of food, wine, craft beers, music, products made in Missouri, and the cultural heritage of our state. Art Show, Wine Tasting, Beer garden, Reenactors of Famous Missourians, Stage Performers, and Much More!
A celebration of the best of Missouri culture through story, song, and taste.
Free event (except some special events). Concert featuring David lee Murphy. Several sites through out town. Visit the homepage of this site for more information or call 800-492-2593. See you there!
Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street
May 03, 2008 - May 04, 2008
Where: Historic Walnut Street, Springfield
Visual and performing arts take center stage. More than 140 artists from across the country display and sell their work. Other activities include five performance stages and a children’s area.
www.itsalldowntown.com
417-831-6200
The Springfield Playhouse production of A Collection of Tall Tales
May 03, 2008 - May 04, 2008
Where: The Skinny Improv, 301 Park Central East, Springfield, Missouri
Children are involved in several aspects of the actual production. They are used during the play as props, set pieces, they cheer the hero and boo the villain, make noises and help design and decorate the set.
417-831-5233
LYDIA’S HOUSE TO HOLD THIRD ANNUAL GARDEN TEA PARTY
May 04, 2008
Where: Hilton St. Louis Frontenac
Lydia’s House will hold its Third Annual Garden Tea Party on May 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. Sponsored by The Friends of Lydia’s House, the afternoon tea will be filled with activities including flower pot painting and planting, a duck pond, hair styling, raffles and a silent auction. Reservations for adults are $35; youth ages 13-18 are $25 and children 12 and under are $15. In addition, handmade, one-of-a-kind dollhouses will be raffled off; tickets are 1 for $25 and 6 for $100. Proceeds will benefit Lydia’s House, which provides transitional housing for abused women and their children.
“The Garden Tea Party is a fun, elegant way to spend an afternoon while raising money for an important cause,” said Nikki Pearlstone, Garden Tea Party Committee Chair. “And it also serves to raise awareness about domestic violence for a younger generation.”
For more information or to make reservations for the Garden Tea Party, please contact Anjali Fulambarker, development and community relations coordinator, at 314-771-4411×101 or afulambarker@lydiashouse.org.
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 04, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Arkansas Travelers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
President's Concert
May 04, 2008
Where: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, Springfield, Missouri
Showcasing the talents of student musicians, ensembles and soloists, the combined Missouri State University choirs and the University Symphony continue their tradition of presenting the great Masterworks of classical music.
www.hammonshall.com
888-476-7849
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 05, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Arkansas Travelers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 06, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Arkansas Travelers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Second Saturday Open Air Street Market
May 10, 2008
Where: Lexington, MO on Main Street From 9th to 12 Street
Come be a part of our open air market atmosphere with street vendors, food stands and a Farmer’s Market as locally grown produce comes into season. You’ll appreciate the traditional street market feel of Second Saturdays! Sponsored by the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce. – For more information or to reserve booth space, contact the Chamber office at 660-259-3082.
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Lincoln: The Constitution & the Civil War
May 14, 2008
Where: Harry S. Truman Library & Museum, 500 U. S. 24 Highway, Independence
This special long running exhibit is geared for families and is packed with history presented in an interactive, entertaining and educational display. Free with regular admission. 816-268-8200 or www.trumanlibrary.org
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Soulard Art Market Photography Exhibit
May 15, 2008
Where: Soulard Art Market, 2028 South 12th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104
Soulard Art Market Photography Invitational
May is National Photo Month. In 1987, as recognized by the US Congress, our industry started celebrating May as National Photo Month (NPM). A full 31 days to promote the joy and benefits of photography. The Soulard Art Market is recognizing NPM by exhibiting the photography of 30 local St. Louis area photographers. This invitational only exhibit runs May 15 through June 8, 2008. The opening reception is May 15 and 16th from 7:00 to 10:00pm.
For more information visit www.soulardartmarket.com or 314-258-4299.
Soulard Art Market
2028 South 12th Street
St. Louis, Missouri 63104
Email: info@soulardartmarket.com
Hours: Thurs/Fri 6:00 to 10:00pm
Sat/Sun noon to 6:00pm
Soulard Art Market Photography Exhibit
May 15, 2008
Where: Soulard Art Market, 2028 South 12th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104
Soulard Art Market Photography Invitational
May is National Photo Month. In 1987, as recognized by the US Congress, our industry started celebrating May as National Photo Month (NPM). A full 31 days to promote the joy and benefits of photography. The Soulard Art Market is recognizing NPM by exhibiting the photography of 30 local St. Louis area photographers. This invitational only exhibit runs May 15 through June 8, 2008. The opening reception is May 15 and 16th from 7:00 to 10:00pm.
For more information visit www.soulardartmarket.com or 314-258-4299.
Soulard Art Market
2028 South 12th Street
St. Louis, Missouri 63104
Email: info@soulardartmarket.com
Hours: Thurs/Fri 6:00 to 10:00pm
Sat/Sun noon to 6:00pm
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Soulard Art Market Photography Exhibit
May 16, 2008
Where: Soulard Art Market, 2028 South 12th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104
Soulard Art Market Photography Invitational
May is National Photo Month. In 1987, as recognized by the US Congress, our industry started celebrating May as National Photo Month (NPM). A full 31 days to promote the joy and benefits of photography. The Soulard Art Market is recognizing NPM by exhibiting the photography of 30 local St. Louis area photographers. This invitational only exhibit runs May 15 through June 8, 2008. The opening reception is May 15 and 16th from 7:00 to 10:00pm.
For more information visit www.soulardartmarket.com or 314-258-4299.
Soulard Art Market
2028 South 12th Street
St. Louis, Missouri 63104
Email: info@soulardartmarket.com
Hours: Thurs/Fri 6:00 to 10:00pm
Sat/Sun noon to 6:00pm
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 16, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Historic Walking Tour Lee's Summit
May 17, 2008
Where: Lee's Summit, Missouri - Corner of 5th and SE Douglas Streets
The Lee’s Summit
Historic Preservation Commission
and the Lee’s Summit Historical Society
Announce Events for National Preservation Month 2008
To honor the annual National Historic Preservation Month event theme
“This Place Matters”,
Lee’s Summit Historic Preservation Commission
And
Lee’s Summit Historical Society
Howard Neighborhood National Register District Walking Tour
The Lee’s Summit Historic Preservation Commission and the Lee’s Summit Historical Society cordially invite you to “Celebrate Our Historic Neighborhoods” on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 10AM until 2PM with the first walking tour of the historic Howard Neighborhood which is located south of the downtown. The tour will begin at the corner of 5th and S.E. Douglas Streets.
Experience the first in a series of walking tours of historic neighborhoods. Hear the stories of the homes and their early residents from Lee’s Summit North High School Debate Students.
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Street parking for this event is on 5th, 6th and 7th Streets. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for children. The tour includes a booklet, Howard Neighborhood National Register District Walking Tour, prepared by the Lee’s Summit Historic Preservation Commission.
Indian Crossing Century Bike Ride
May 17, 2008
Where: Portage Des Sioux, Missouri
http://www.moonlightramble.com/5_star_08.htm
The first in the 2008 “5-Star Century Series” with an almost completely flat Century beginning with a 65-mile metric loop and followed by a 35-mile loop. Arrows on the road, maps, and cue sheets guide the cyclists in crossing northeast St. Charles County from Portage Des Sioux to St. Peters and beyond, on familiar country roads. Lunch served at the Church Senior Center. (Lunch available for non-riding family/friends for only $5 each.)
Liberty Heritage Festival
May 17, 2008
Where: Historic Downtown Liberty, MO
The Liberty Heritage Festival is an annual, outdoor event that celebrates Liberty’s rich and vibrant history and signals the start of spring.
The annual family event, which is sponsored by Historic Downtown Liberty, Inc., offers free activities for children along with new historical features to celebrate the rich history of the area. The cost is free.
Visit www.historicdowntownliberty.org for more information.
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 17, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Little Theatre presents Tick, Tick...Boom!
May 02, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
Tick, Tick…Boom! is Larson’s autobiographical tale of a young composer about to turn 30 and falling into oblivion.
www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417-869-1334
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 18, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
May 19, 2008
Where: Hammons Field
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
For Tickets:
www.springfieldcardinals.com
417-863-2143
Voices of American Farm Women exhibit
May 20, 2008 - June 20, 2008
Where: Kearney
30 black and white photographs of contemporary farm women across the United States documented by photographer Cynthia Vangetti. James Farm and Museum. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $4-$7.50. 816-628-6065
Morning to Night: Domestic Service in the Gilded Age South
May 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Traveling exhibit tells the story of a predominantly African American labor corps—barely a generation removed from slavery. Scott Joplin House State Historic Site. 314-340-5790
Voices of American Farm Women exhibit
May 20, 2008 - June 20, 2008
Where: Kearney
30 black and white photographs of contemporary farm women across the United States documented by photographer Cynthia Vangetti. James Farm and Museum. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $4-$7.50. 816-628-6065
Morning to Night: Domestic Service in the Gilded Age South
May 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Traveling exhibit tells the story of a predominantly African American labor corps—barely a generation removed from slavery. Scott Joplin House State Historic Site. 314-340-5790
Voices of American Farm Women exhibit
May 20, 2008 - June 20, 2008
Where: Kearney
30 black and white photographs of contemporary farm women across the United States documented by photographer Cynthia Vangetti. James Farm and Museum. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $4-$7.50. 816-628-6065
Morning to Night: Domestic Service in the Gilded Age South
May 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Traveling exhibit tells the story of a predominantly African American labor corps—barely a generation removed from slavery. Scott Joplin House State Historic Site. 314-340-5790
St. Louis Senior Olympics
May 23, 2008 - May 26, 2008
Where: Jewish Community Center and other local venues
29th Annual St. Louis Senior Olympics: May 23 – 26, 2008
Event Date: Friday, May 23 – Monday, May 26, 2008 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Age: 50 years and better
Website: www.StLouisSeniorOlympics.org
Contact: (314) 432-5705 or solympics@jccstl.org
The St. Louis Senior Olympics promotes the health and wellness of men and women 50 years of age and older by providing them opportunities to participate in competitive and social events. This Olympic-style competition offers 85 different events including an art competition, basketball, bowling, cycling, darts, golf tournaments, softball, swimming, track and field and more. There is an event for everyone! This year’s games, held at the Jewish Community Center and other local venues, will take place May 23 to May 26, 2008. Please visit www.StLouisSeniorOlympics.org or call for more information regarding volunteer, participant and sponsorship opportunities. Let the games begin!!!
2008 Events
Accuracy Plug Casting
Art Competition
Badminton
Baseball Homerun Derby
Basketball 3 on 3
Basketball Around the World
Basketball Free Throws
Billiards
Bocce
Bowling
Cycling
Darts
Football Throw Accuracy
Football Throw Distance
Golf Par 3
Golf 9-Hole
Golf 18-Hole
Handball
Horseshoes
Racquetball
Shuffleboard
Soccer 7 v 7
Soccer Kick
Softball Homerun Derby
Softball Throw Accuracy
Softball Throw Distance
Softball Tournament
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tap Dance
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
Washer Toss
Water Volleyball
Weightlifting
Voices of American Farm Women exhibit
May 20, 2008 - June 20, 2008
Where: Kearney
30 black and white photographs of contemporary farm women across the United States documented by photographer Cynthia Vangetti. James Farm and Museum. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $4-$7.50. 816-628-6065
Complacency of Silence: Dafur
May 23, 2008 - May 25, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Original theatre performance written by St. Louis playwright Patton Chiles. St. Louis University Theatre. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday. $5-$10. 314-721-6556 for information; 314-534-1111 for tickets. Visit www.gitana-inc.org for more information.
Morning to Night: Domestic Service in the Gilded Age South
May 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Traveling exhibit tells the story of a predominantly African American labor corps—barely a generation removed from slavery. Scott Joplin House State Historic Site. 314-340-5790
St. Louis Senior Olympics
May 23, 2008 - May 26, 2008
Where: Jewish Community Center and other local venues
29th Annual St. Louis Senior Olympics: May 23 – 26, 2008
Event Date: Friday, May 23 – Monday, May 26, 2008 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Age: 50 years and better
Website: www.StLouisSeniorOlympics.org
Contact: (314) 432-5705 or solympics@jccstl.org
The St. Louis Senior Olympics promotes the health and wellness of men and women 50 years of age and older by providing them opportunities to participate in competitive and social events. This Olympic-style competition offers 85 different events including an art competition, basketball, bowling, cycling, darts, golf tournaments, softball, swimming, track and field and more. There is an event for everyone! This year’s games, held at the Jewish Community Center and other local venues, will take place May 23 to May 26, 2008. Please visit www.StLouisSeniorOlympics.org or call for more information regarding volunteer, participant and sponsorship opportunities. Let the games begin!!!
2008 Events
Accuracy Plug Casting
Art Competition
Badminton
Baseball Homerun Derby
Basketball 3 on 3
Basketball Around the World
Basketball Free Throws
Billiards
Bocce
Bowling
Cycling
Darts
Football Throw Accuracy
Football Throw Distance
Golf Par 3
Golf 9-Hole
Golf 18-Hole
Handball
Horseshoes
Racquetball
Shuffleboard
Soccer 7 v 7
Soccer Kick
Softball Homerun Derby
Softball Throw Accuracy
Softball Throw Distance
Softball Tournament
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tap Dance
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
Washer Toss
Water Volleyball
Weightlifting
Voices of American Farm Women exhibit
May 20, 2008 - June 20, 2008
Where: Kearney
30 black and white photographs of contemporary farm women across the United States documented by photographer Cynthia Vangetti. James Farm and Museum. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $4-$7.50. 816-628-6065
Greater St. Louis Renaissance Faire
May 24, 2008 - May 26, 2008
Where: Wentzville
Entertaining and educational Living History experience, a 16th-century French country faire with food, crafts, and performances. Rotary Park. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. $8-$13. Free parking. www.stlrenfaire.com
Complacency of Silence: Dafur
May 23, 2008 - May 25, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Original theatre performance written by St. Louis playwright Patton Chiles. St. Louis University Theatre. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday. $5-$10. 314-721-6556 for information; 314-534-1111 for tickets. Visit www.gitana-inc.org for more information.
Morning to Night: Domestic Service in the Gilded Age South
May 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Traveling exhibit tells the story of a predominantly African American labor corps—barely a generation removed from slavery. Scott Joplin House State Historic Site. 314-340-5790
Strawberry Fields Forever Bike Ride
May 24, 2008
Where: Eckert's country Store, 951 Grenmount Rd., Bellevile, Il 62223
http://www.moonlightramble.com/rec_series_08.htm
Join us on a tribute to the Beatles on this 1960’s themed ride! Register: 8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. where you hear Beatles Music from the Boombox at Eckert’s. Pedal over flat, marked country roads with a few small hills. Chose a route: Strawberry Fields Forever (14 miles), The Yellow Submarine (22 miles), or Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (41 miles). Coupon to each rider for a FREE small custard cone, Prizes to the Best 60’s costumes and decorated bikes, but riders must wear helmets! Don’t forget to purchase strawberries and other Spring produce at the Country Store after the ride. Nostalgia, exercise, and fun all rolled into one!
DIRECTIONS: Take Poplar Street Bridge into Illinois on I-64 going east. Travel to I-255 and head south. Follow I-255 to Illinois Rt. 15 (exit 17A) and head east. Eckerts is 12 miles further on Rt. 15 at Greenmount Road. (20 minutes from St. Louis)
St. Louis Senior Olympics
May 23, 2008 - May 26, 2008
Where: Jewish Community Center and other local venues
29th Annual St. Louis Senior Olympics: May 23 – 26, 2008
Event Date: Friday, May 23 – Monday, May 26, 2008 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Age: 50 years and better
Website: www.StLouisSeniorOlympics.org
Contact: (314) 432-5705 or solympics@jccstl.org
The St. Louis Senior Olympics promotes the health and wellness of men and women 50 years of age and older by providing them opportunities to participate in competitive and social events. This Olympic-style competition offers 85 different events including an art competition, basketball, bowling, cycling, darts, golf tournaments, softball, swimming, track and field and more. There is an event for everyone! This year’s games, held at the Jewish Community Center and other local venues, will take place May 23 to May 26, 2008. Please visit www.StLouisSeniorOlympics.org or call for more information regarding volunteer, participant and sponsorship opportunities. Let the games begin!!!
2008 Events
Accuracy Plug Casting
Art Competition
Badminton
Baseball Homerun Derby
Basketball 3 on 3
Basketball Around the World
Basketball Free Throws
Billiards
Bocce
Bowling
Cycling
Darts
Football Throw Accuracy
Football Throw Distance
Golf Par 3
Golf 9-Hole
Golf 18-Hole
Handball
Horseshoes
Racquetball
Shuffleboard
Soccer 7 v 7
Soccer Kick
Softball Homerun Derby
Softball Throw Accuracy
Softball Throw Distance
Softball Tournament
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tap Dance
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
Washer Toss
Water Volleyball
Weightlifting
Voices of American Farm Women exhibit
May 20, 2008 - June 20, 2008
Where: Kearney
30 black and white photographs of contemporary farm women across the United States documented by photographer Cynthia Vangetti. James Farm and Museum. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $4-$7.50. 816-628-6065
Greater St. Louis Renaissance Faire
May 24, 2008 - May 26, 2008
Where: Wentzville
Entertaining and educational Living History experience, a 16th-century French country faire with food, crafts, and performances. Rotary Park. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. $8-$13. Free parking. www.stlrenfaire.com
Complacency of Silence: Dafur
May 23, 2008 - May 25, 2008
Where: St. Louis
Original theatre performance written by St. Louis playwright Patton Chiles. St. Louis University Theatre. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday. $5-$10. 314-721-6556 for information; 314-534-1111 for tickets. Visit www.gitana-inc.org for more information.
