Upcoming events

Green Door Art Gallery is pleased to partner with Bobby Lessentine, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, in presenting The City Beautiful, St. Louis Views 2007-2023, a collection of paintings by Michael Anderson inspired by the parks and architecture of St. Louis. Many of the sixteen works on display were painted on location on outings with Missouri Plein Air Painters Association, a local group of artists dedicated to painting outdoors year-round.
Location: Edward Jones Office of Bobby Lessentine, CFP 3141 South Grand, St. Louis
Exhibit Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Please call before visiting: 314-772-5304

Join us for the opening reception of The City Beautiful, St. Louis Views 2007-2023, a collection of paintings by Michael Anderson inspired by the parks and architecture of St. Louis on Wednesday October 11, 2023 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Enjoy refreshments and meet the artist while you view the exhibit.

For more information, email Mary Martin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Discover the JOY of sharing music with your baby or toddler! Mini Music is an interactive music class for children 0-5 years old and their parents (or grandparents, or caregivers!) Developed by Ali and Warren Mann from Sonoma County CA., Now their beloved music program for young children and preschoolers is available in St. Louis Missouri!

For more information, email Bridget Sickels at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

http://minimusicstl.com

An exclusive Packard Motor Car Company brand car show brought to you by Mississippi Valley Packards. Learn about automotive history firsthand from historical displays, and car owners. Discover the rolling works of art from the 1930s to the 1950s: the luxurious Packard. Participate as a judge to determine "best of show!" Fun for the entire family. Food truck on site. A free event.

For more information, email Joe Nickrent at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

St. Louis VegFest is an all vegan festival. There will be many vegan food vendors, merchandise, local artists, local animal organizations, speakers, music, yoga and so much more! Kid and pet friendly!

For more information, email Caty Brown at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Latin/Jazz

Farshid Etniko blends styles from around the world, with influences from the middle east and latin america, to the american songbook.

For more information, email John Barr at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

https://www.thefriscostl.com/live-music-schedule

The round out the Oktoberfest weekend, we bring you the Wurst Bavarian Band! From experience, we know they aren't the "wurst", but one of the best! Traditional polka music, adorned with the finest Dirndl's & Lederhosen. Finish out the weekend with a grand polka bang!

For more information, email Anne S. at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

On Sunday, October 1st at 11:30 am, Kirkwood United Methodist Church invites you to a Welcome Neighbor STL Supper Club to support immigrant and refugee families in St. Louis. Enjoy food, conversation, and catching up with friends – old and new. From cultural exchange to just plain fun, look forward to a great time.

For more information, email Caresse Denardo at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

https://welcomeneighborstl.org/events/syrian-lunch-at-kirkwood-united-methodist-church/

"Everything Blue - a juried art event. Blue is a primary color across all models of color space. It is the color of the ocean and sky; it often symbolizes serenity, stability, inspiration or wisdom. See how local artists use their creative talents to create art works which symbolize the color blue. The event is free and open to the public and runs from September 15 thru October 20. The Soulard Art Gallery, voted as best gallery in the St. Louis Magazine A list 2021 thru 2023, is a co-op art gallery located in historic Soulard. With artwork by 13 resident artists, we offer a diverse collection of works, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, and jewelry. We also host a local artists group exhibition in our main gallery every month for artists to submit their work for display.
Gallery hours are Thursdays 4-8 pm, Fridays and Saturdays 12-8 pm and Sundays 1-5 pm.

For more information, email Dave Rudis at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

http://www.soulardartgallery.com

Number 9 Coal will play Old Time, Bluegrass.

For more information, email Wallace Pryor at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Viva Brasil STL invites everyone to join us this year at our 8th Annual Festa Junina celebration on Oct 1st from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Kirkwood Park - Lyons Pavilion | 111 S Geyer Rd. 63122. Festa Junina takes place in June and marks the end of the summer season and the beginning of the Brazilian winter. Brazilians honor rain, the harvest season and martial union during this time. People dress up like farmers, enjoy bonfires, dance the quadrilha/square dancing, and enjoy traditional Brazilian food. Those attending the festival will be treated to delicious typical food, will experience people dressed as farmers, enjoy bonfires and dance the Quadrilha.

Come join just for our 8th Annual Festa Junina celebration! All ages are welcome.

For more information, email Carolina Holtmeyer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

http://www.vivabrasilstl.org

Join us for free film screenings! MANHATTAN SHORT is the only film festival of its kind. Film lovers will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers from around the world when the 26th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival takes place during September 28 to October 8, 2023. The Final selections screen simultaneously across the world during a one-week period, where attendees vote for Best Film and Best Actor awards at each participating venue. Every short film selected will automatically become qualified for the Oscars of 2024. These films are unrated and intended for adults.

For more information, email Charlene Oldham at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

https://www.jeffcolib.org/events/manhattan-short-film-festival

Learn more about the artists and artworks in the exhibition, then try some printmaking techniques for yourself!

For more information, email Kimberly Mayden at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mark Dvorak of The Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago brings his banjo and guitar for an intimate listening room concert.

For more information, email Erin O'Toole at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We're closing out Oktoberfest weekend with the Bolzen Beer Band! They're joining us all the way from Nebraska. A one-of-a-kind blend of punk rock & polka, you don't want to miss! Raise a glass, Prost!

For more information, email Anne S. at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Learn a tune with St. Louis-based, Irish fiddler Eimear Arkins. Cost is $15. Register at https://www.stlstringcollective.com/classes-workshops/tune-classes

For more information, email Sarah Velasquez at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Learn to play a variety of musical styles in a supportive and relaxed environment. Open to all ages and ability levels. String Jams take place every first and third Sunday of the month at 5pm at Ryan Hummert Memorial Park Pavilion or, in case of severe weather, St. Louis String Collective Studios. Follow us on social media for updates on times and locations.

For more information, email Sarah Velasquez at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Bulgarika is an authentic 5 piece traditional Bulgarian group who play the time honored music of the Balkans.

They include:

Donka Koleva – The internationally prominent singer, Donka Koleva is a native of the town of Rudozem Rodopa region of Thrace. After graduation of National School of Folk Arts in Shiroka Luka Bulgaria, Donka Koleva performed as a soloist on Bulgarian national Radio and TV. Since immigrating to the US, she has thaught and performed widely across USA.

Nikolay Kolev – a native of Thracian Rose Valley village of Karavelovo rich in gadulka traditions. Nikolay graduated from the National School of Arts in Shiroka Luka Bulgaria. Recognized as a world class master of his Art he has performed and taught gadulka in the US for over 20 years.

Temelko Ivanov – Master kaval player who has graduated the National School of Arts ” Fhilip Kutev in town of Kotel and the Academy of music in the town of Plovdiv. He is a soloist in the National Folk Ansemble “Thakia” and Bulgarian Radio and TV.

Nikolay Kodzabashev – Graduated from K.Konstantinov High School with music profile and the Academy of music in Plovdiv he is recognized one of the best tambura players for his generation in Bulgaria. Currently Nikolay perform as a soloist in the Sliven Folk Ansemble.

Marin Chalumov – Marin Chalumov is a native of the town of Karlovo and began playing tupan professionally at the age of 15. Currently he is performing with “Rosova Dolina” wedding band. Marin is known as a master tupan maker in Bulgaria.

For more information, email Judy Stein at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Starting July 9th, we will be hosting a weekly Small Batch Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night every Sunday!

For more information, email Danni Eickenhorst at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Class is in session! BORED TEACHERS We Can’t Make This Stuff Up! Comedy Tour is heading to St. Louis. This hilarious group of teachers takes the stage Sunday, October 1, 2023 at The Sheldon Concert Hall. Show time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $59.50, $49.50, $39.50 and can be purchased online at MetroTix or by calling MetroTix at 314-534-1111. Tickets are also available one hour before show time at The Sheldon box office. The biggest entertainment platform for teachers in the world, Bored Teachers, presents the funniest teacher-comedians in the world all on one stage. Their hilarious skits have amassed hundreds of millions of views on the internet, and they are all joining comic forces on the stage for a night of laughter you do not want to miss. Teachers need an outlet to kick back and laugh at the trials and tribulations of daily classroom life, so put that red pen down, throw on your comfiest teacher tee, call your teacher besties, and come burn off some of that stress this school year has been dumping on you!

For more information, email Julie Lally at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

A concert of Brazilian music from 3 Sisters from Sao Paolo performing Choro music on flute, mandolin and 7 string guitar. A USA tour!!!!!!!!

For more information, email Curtis Buckhannon at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.