Tuesday February 7, 2012
As you would expect, there are many Valentine's events for couples around town. But those still looking for love, may want to check out the Love Stinks, Let's Drink! Valentine event hosted by St. Louis Transplants. Singles are invited to meet for dinner and drinks on Valentine's night at Roxane in Clayton.
St. Louis Transplants is a group of non-native St. Louisans and others who want to create a welcoming environment for those moving to our city. For more information on Valentine's Day and other events, check out the St. Louis Transplants website.
Other Suggested Reading:
15 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day in St. Louis
Romantic Restaurants in St. Louis
St. Louis' Best Chocolate Shops
Monday February 6, 2012
The St. Louis Symphony and IN UNISON Chorus invite you to a special concert in honor of Black History Month. Conductor Kevin McBeth and vocalist Jenifer Lewis will lead the performance of songs celebrating African and African-American culture. Hear the music that has influenced people around the world for hundreds of years. For more information or to order tickets, go to the St. Louis Symphony website.
Lift Every Voice: Black History Month Celebration
Powell Symphony Hall
Friday, February 10, 2012
7 p.m.
Thursday February 2, 2012
Now that it's February, the celebration at Soulard Mardi Gras really begins. The month is filled with all kinds of activities leading up to Ash Wednesday. Here's the schedule of events for Soulard Mardi Gras 2012:
Soulard Wine Taste - Friday, February 3, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Cajun Cook-Off - Saturday, February 4, noon to 4 p.m.
Taste of Soulard - Saturday, February 11 & Sunday, February 12, all day
Barkus Pet Parade - Sunday, February 12, 1 p.m.
Wiener Dog Derby - Sunday, February 12, 2 p.m.
Mayor's Ball - Friday, February 17, 7 p.m.
Grand Parade - Saturday, February 18, 11 a.m.
Fat Tuesday Parade - Tuesday, February 21, 7 p.m.
For more information on all of these events, check out the article on Top Ten Events of the 2012 Soulard Mardi Gras.
Wednesday February 1, 2012
With Valentine's Day just a couple of weeks away, now is the time to make plans for a special day with the one you love. There are plenty of ideas in my article 15 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day in St. Louis. But if you still need inspiration, here are a few more ideas worth considering.
Run for the Chocolate - Sign up for a Valentine themed 5K run/walk on February 12 from Laclede's Landing to Crown Candy Kitchen and back. There will be chocolate stations along the route and a sweet treat for everyone at the end. Registration is $30 a person or $50 a couple.
Missouri Winefest - Enjoy wine, food and live music with your Valentine at the Missouri Winefest a Westport Plaza. The two-day festival is February 11 & 12. For the $20 admission price, you get a wine glass and unlimited tastes of dozens of Missouri wines.
Sweethearts Lunch - Dine at the Sweethearts Lunch at Bixby's Restaurant at the Missouri History Museum. The three-course prix fixe meal is $16 a person. Bixby's is offering its Sweetheart Lunch daily (except Sundays) from February 1-15.
