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Clothing shop opens in Wildwood
Lauren Yokum has a passion for fashion, and with the grand opening of Sassafras Clothing Co. in Wildwood, she has an outlet to share that passion with the community. “I really wanted to own my own fashion boutique,” said Lauren, who lives in Wildwood. “I started with a booth at Painted Tree in Ballwin and expanded from there to Overland Park, Barrywoods, Maplewood and decided a storefront was the next move.”
Heartland Art Club Members’ Showcase Opens July 24
The Heartland Art Club in Kirkwood, 101A W. Argonne Drive in Kirkwood, will host its annual Members’ Showcase exhibit July 24 through Aug. 24. An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. The Members’ Showcase is the Heartland Art Club’s biggest exhibit...
New Scholarship For Theater Students
Jest Murder Mystery Co. recently launched the Jest Laugh Scholarship, which aims to remove financial obstacles for those pursuing their passion for comedy and theater. The scholarship is open to undergraduate students currently enrolled in a theater program. Ideal candidates will have a knack for improv and a strong sense of humor. Applicants will share their personal experience with humor, as well as their experience in theater and how a theater degree will benefit them.
Inspiring the next aviator generation: Students take flight at St. Louis Downtown Airport
Eighteen area high school juniors and seniors were introduced to the fascinating world of aviation during Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC)’s inaugural Aviation Summer Sampler Camp held July 11 through July 13. During the three-day camp, they learned about all aspects of aviation through a combination of hands-on experiences, panels...
Madrina In Webster Groves Honored For Wine Program
Madrina, an Italian restaurant at 101 W. Lockwood Ave. in Webster Groves, has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2024 Restaurant Awards. “We at Madrina are honored to be included in such an impressive list of winners,” said Madrina co-owner and sommelier Stanley Browne. “Wine is a central part of our concept, and we wanted to keep our wine list approach-able but affordable with an emphasis on small and medium producers that allow our guests to explore wines they may not have normally chosen.”
CHRISTMAS WITH C.S. LEWIS Comes to Westport Playhouse
Emery Entertainment will bring back "Christmas with C.S. Lewis" to the Westport Playhouse stage starring St. Louis's own Gregory Williams Welsch, November 29-December 15. Tickets are $64 and are on sale now! Tickets may be purchased through MetroTix at www.metrotix.com or by calling 314/534-1111. A special 50% off discount is available by using code CHRISTMAS when purchased online.
Send in pictures of beloved places to win prizes
Parks, main streets and other landmarks may bring back fond memories to those passing by – and could earn you a cash prize. The Leader’s first-ever Hometown Gems photo contest, held in conjunction with the Arnold Senior Expo asks readers 50 and older to send in pictures of their favorite area park, attraction, gathering space or other special spot in Jefferson County, Eureka or Wildwood.
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