Arch City Chronicle News - Etc.

Hamm to Host SNL

Dave — 2008-10-09T12:18:29-04:00

St. Louis native Jon Hamm is slated to host Saturday Night Live on October 25.

Downtown STL Neighborhood Nights

Frank — 2008-10-08T09:41:26-04:00

October 16, 2008

Washington Ave Garment District

Explore Downtown living � FREE tours of condos and apartments. Preview downtown�s newest shops, restaurants and services. Enjoy roof top views, the presidential debate on a large movie screen at the Roberts Orpheum Theatre and much more at the FREE Downtown Neighborhood Nights. Properties on the tour include the Blu City Spaces, Bogen, Eye Walker Lofts, and Lofts at the City Museum. Registration will be at English Living (1520 Washington Ave).

Time: 5-9pm. For more info visit www.downtownstl.org/nights

Paint By Numbers

Frank — 2008-10-08T09:40:24-04:00

October 11, 2008

Mad Art Gallery

The Saint Louis City Open Studio and Gallery (SCOSAG) is hosting another great party. PAINT BY NUMBERS is an interactive art event in which SCOSAG provides canvases of famous paintings in history with outlines, numbers with coordinating colors, paint and brushes and you fill in the numbers.... just like the activity you did as a child! Guests will pick their masterpiece of choice, area and number and begin to paint, just like the masters. All paintings will be available for purchase through silent auction. Entertainment includes SCOSAG�s own Celia Shacklett singing, including songs composed at SCOSAG Summer Camp and DJ Innovation will rock the turntables.

The doors will open at 7 p.m. Adult admission tickets are $10 and children�s tickets are $5. Get your tickets by calling: (314) 865-0060 or emailing scosag@gmail.com

Immigrants and the Constitution

Dave — 2008-10-07T15:29:16-04:00

FREE ACLU EVENT

ACLU National Director's Series: Lucas Guttentag speaks in St. Louis on Immigrants and The Constitution

Immigration has been core issue for the ACLU since its founding. Today, it is a hot-button political and civil rights issue not only in Congress but in cities and states throughout the country as large-scale workplace raids become more common, immigration detention grows geometrically, access to the courts is under attack and local anti-immigrant laws are proposed around the country. The ACLU is at the forefront of all these battles and is fighting to preserve civil liberties and constitutional rights against daunting odds. What are the core constitutional values at stake and how is the ACLU responding?

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Lucas Guttentag is the founding national director of the ACLU Immigrants' Rights Project, which he established in 1987. He has litigated major class action and constitutional cases on behalf of immigrants throughout the United States for twenty-five years, including in the Supreme Court where he won a landmark ruling that of immigrants are entitled to bring habeas corpus challenges to deportation. He was named a Human Rights Hero by the ABA�s Human Rights journal, designated one of the nation�s leading advocates of the last 25 years by the National Immigration Forum in Washington DC and received many other honors. He graduated with honors from U.C. Berkeley and Harvard Law School, has testified before Congress, regularly speaks on immigration law and civil liberties, and teaches courses on immigrants� rights at leading law schools.

EVENT DETAILS
ACLU National Director's Series: Lucas Guttentag
Immigrants and The Constitution
Thursday October 16, 2008 - 6:30-8pm
Location: ACLU offices, 454 Whittier Street 63108 map link
FREE and open to the public.

Science Uncorked: Red, White and New

Dave — 2008-10-03T10:06:40-04:00

Now that the big VP Debate is over, the Science Center wants you to ask
yourself, "Are you thirstier than you were four years ago?"

If so, cast your vote for VINO at the upcoming Science Uncorked: Red,
White and New event on Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 7:00 until 10:00 pm
at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium.

You'll enjoy a diverse array of wines and wonderful food pairings, along
with live music. You can even order a few cases of red, white or new wine
for yourself or for holiday gifts. It's your right!

Tickets are $40 (just $35 for Science Center members.) For more
information or to reserve tickets, please call 314.289.4424 or visit
slsc.org.

Police Benefit

Dave — 2008-10-02T12:28:51-04:00

The First District Business Partership invites everyone to 3rd Annual 2008 Dinner and Auction

Wed. Oct.8th 2008

Doors open 5:30 p.m.

The Christy Banquet Center 5856 Christy Blvd. St.Louis, Mo.

$17 person $30 couple

all proceeds go for extra training of Police officers and Officer of the Month Program

Tickets and donations contact Retta 314 601-3674

WINE TASTING TO BENEFIT HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUM

Dave — 2008-09-25T12:16:49-04:00

The Caf� DeMenil and D�Vine Wines of Kirkwood, Missouri, will sponsor a wine tasting at the Chatillon-DeMenil House on Sunday, October 26, 2008, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Light appetizers will be served, and the Chatillon-DeMenil House will be open for tours. The cost is $20.00 per person, and $15.00 for Chatillon-DeMenil House Foundation members.

Come, Sit, Stay At Yappy Hour

Frank — 2008-09-23T09:49:54-04:00

Please join St. Louis Java Journal at Soulard�s Restaurant & Bar for

FOOD, DRINK SPECIALS, LIVE MUSIC by Mitzi MacDonald, and GIVEAWAYS.

To benefit the APA (Animal Protection Association).

Wednesday, October 15, 2008 � 5:00-8:00 pm

$5.00 minimum donation at the door

Proceeds go to the APA

www.apamo.org

RSVP by Friday, October 10 to (314) 894-3655

Sponsored by St. Louis Java Journal

and Soulard�s Restaurant & Bar

For dinner reservations, contact Soulard�s at (314) 241-7956.

Soulard�s Restaurant & Bar � 1731 South 7th Street � St. Louis

Another Exceptional Article on the Credit Crisis Bailouts

Dave — 2008-09-17T13:01:38-04:00

From the New York Times: In 1979, the government structured the Chrysler deal so that taxpayers might earn a profit from it (which they did). This year, the Fed effectively purchased securities from Bear Stearns that it hopes to sell for a gain when the financial markets calm down. While it�s way too early to know if the strategy will succeed as well as it did three decades ago, it�s certainly conceivable.

But if you take a moment to think through the full Chrysler story, you start to realize that it�s setting a really low bar. The Chrysler bailout may have saved the company, but it did nothing, after all, to stop Detroit�s long, sad decline.

Credit Crisis

Dave — 2008-09-16T09:47:30-04:00

The best article I've seen on it.

Trivia Night

Dave — 2008-09-15T14:32:39-04:00

DJ Wilson will be the emcee at the 2nd Annual SLSPJ Trivia Night.

The St. Louis chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists will hold its second annual night at 7 p.m. Saturday Oct. 18 at The Heights Community Center, 8001 Dale Ave, 63117. The ten-round trivia night will be a mixture of journalism-related questions and general knowledge. Beer, soft drinks and snacks will be available for purchase on site. To book a table call Tim Woodcock (314) 494-1893 or e-mail editor@westendword.com.

Looking for a Bassist

Dave — 2008-09-13T14:49:07-04:00

Jenna Bauer, having moved to New York City, means that Dave Drebes Players are looking for a new bassist.

Dining 4 Kids

Frank — 2008-09-12T14:47:00-04:00

Wondering what to make for dinner on September 23rd? How about a reservation! On Tuesday, September 23rd, Benton Homebuilders is proud to present Dining 4 Kids, benefiting St. Louis Children's Hospital. Dine at any one of 70 area partner restaurants on September 23rd and a minimum of 20 percent of your tab will go to Children's Hospital. For more info and a complete list of participating restaurants, visit Dining4Kids.com. Mark your calendars and enjoy a good dinner out for a very good cause.

Trivia Night at SCCC!

Frank — 2008-09-10T09:03:51-04:00

Space is Limited so pull your friends together and register your team today! All new trivia questions.

The St. Charles Community College Alumni & Friends will sponsor a trivia night to benefit Alumni projects from 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday, October 11, 2008 at the Student Center Cafeteria on the college campus at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville.

Tables are only $160 for parties of eight or $20 for each individual player. All sold out tables will receive one SCCC Varsity Gold Card that can be used for great discounts around town at local stores and restaurants. Popcorn and soda will be provided for free. Silent auction will also be held. To register contact Brittany Compton at bcompton@stchas.edu, 636-922-8437.

Tasting Event For Stray Rescue

Frank — 2008-09-09T14:06:52-04:00

September 13, 2008

Downtown (2320 Pine Street)

Come to the new animal center in downtown St. Louis for tastings of wine, Pearl Vodka martinis and beer selections from Sam Adams and Ray Hill Brewing, the sounds of jazz music and catered delights. All proceeds benefit Stray Rescue St. Louis. Well behaved dogs welcome.Online ticket purchasers automatically entered in a raffle for a Blu CitySpaces party for up to 20 people for three hours. Includes food, beverages, wine or beer tasting and entertainment. Party is on premises at Blu CitySpaces Condominiums at 210 N. 17th Street downtown. Must be 21 or older.

Time: 5-7pm. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Tickets available online at www.brownpapertickets.com For more info visit www.helpstrayrescue.org

Black Dog Club Reunion 2008

Frank — 2008-09-09T14:06:00-04:00

September 18, 2008

Throop Memorial Park

It's the Black Dog Club Reunion 2008 and you are invited! Bring your pooch out to munch on a yummy Purina Frosty Paws treat while you enjoy wine, beer, pizza, and wings from Caito's Sicilian Restaurant and Pizzeria with the Humane Society of Missouri and Y98's Jen Meyers (with her dog Abe, of course). There will also be Pet Contests, Door Prizes and Raffles, and Pet Adoptions.

Time: 6-8pm. Visit: www.hsmo.org/blackdogclub to RSVP

The Contemporary's Opening Night

Frank — 2008-09-09T14:04:44-04:00

September 12, 2008

Contemporary Art Museum

The Contemporary invites you to an Opening Night like no other! The Contemporary�s fall exhibitions, Lutz Bacher: Spill and A�da Ruilova: The Singles 1999 � Now, open with fanfare and a chance to meet the artists. It will mark the kick-off for the Contemporary�s 5th Anniversary Season and the beginning of 5 weeks of free admission.

Time: 5-10pm Free Admission & Complimentary Valet Visit: www.contemporarystl.org

Leukemia/Lymphoma Benefit

Frank — 2008-09-08T15:24:05-04:00

The Gateway Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will host their 21st Annual Diamond Ball, on Saturday, September 13, 2008 from 7:00 until 11:00 p.m.at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis.

The 2008 Diamond Ball � Un Grand Bal Au Chateau Saint Louis � will benefit The Ed Heitz Memorial Research Fund of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. This annual black tie gala event � with a decidedly French theme � will feature a dinner dance with The Gateway City Big Band plus a silent auction.

Tickets are $250 per person, with tables of ten available for $2,500. Junior level (35 years and younger) tickets and tables are also available for $200 per person or $2,000 per table.

For more information or to reserve tickets, please contact The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society�s Allison Starling at (314) 878-0780 or Allison.Starling@lls.org.

Classical Concerts

Frank — 2008-09-04T16:50:56-04:00

The Crescendo Concert Series proudly announces its tenth anniversary season built upon a polling of last year's patrons to determine favorite performers from the past. The upcoming season of five concerts includes three invited back to St. Charles by popular demand of previous audiences. Each concert will be preceded at 2:30 p.m. by a pre-concert talk by musicologist Nancy Rubenstein, Ph.D.

Info: http://crescendoconcerts.org

Green Homes & Renewable Energy Festival

Frank — 2008-09-03T09:28:19-04:00

Grandel Square

Learn to 'Green' your home and lifestyle at the giant street festival. Find a city block full of expert 'green' resources for all ages at this free festival. View 11 certified green St. Louis-area homes on the Green House Tour, Sunday Sept 28 from 11am-4pm. House tour tickets are $10-$15. The weekend of festivities is hosted by the Earth Ways Center, a division of the Missouri Botanical Gardens, and the Missouri Coalition for the Environment.

Time: 10am-6pm. Visit: www.greenhomesstl.org