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David's St. Louis Blog April 2008 Archive

By David O'Brien, About.com Guide to St. Louis

Biggest Book Fair in the Midwest Returns to West County Center

Wednesday April 30, 2008
I enjoy spending time in bookstores browsing through the stacks, but no bookstore compares to what you can find at the Greater St. Louis Book Fair. More than a million ... Read More

Another Gift Idea for Mom on Mother's Day

Tuesday April 29, 2008
If your mom likes to cook, consider getting her a new cookbook called Cooking for the Cure. It's a fundraising effort for Komen St. Louis and the Race for the ... Read More

Trivia Night to Help Young Girl with Severe Epilepsy

Monday April 28, 2008
Test your trivia knowledge this Thursday at a special benefit for a seven-year-old girl. Sarah Jane Smith has a severe form of epilepsy known as Dravet's Syndrome. She needs ongoing ... Read More

Free Twilight Tuesday Concerts Begin April 29

Thursday April 24, 2008
Twilight Tuesdays, the popular concerts at the Missouri History Museum, return on April 29. The concerts are a great way to see some of St. Louis' best musicians for free. ... Read More

Take a Segway Tour in St. Louis

Wednesday April 23, 2008
One thing I'd really like to do is take a Segway tour in Forest Park. I've only been on a Segway once for a few minutes, but it was a ... Read More

Celebrate Earth Day by Recycling

Tuesday April 22, 2008
I think a great way to celebrate Earth Day is to make a commitment to recycle more. St. Louis officials are trying to make recycling as easy as possible by ... Read More

Summer Camp at the St. Louis Zoo

Thursday April 17, 2008
Your children can spend a week learning about animals during summer camp at the St. Louis Zoo. The zoo offers day camp for children of all ages. Campers learn about ... Read More

Make Plans to Dine Out For Life

Tuesday April 15, 2008
Dining Out For Life has long been a November tradition in St. Louis, but this year the fundraiser is moving to April. When you eat at any of the 120 ... Read More

Tickets on Sale Friday for Chuck Berry at Blueberry Hill

Monday April 14, 2008
I think every St. Louisan should try to see Chuck Berry perform at Blueberry Hill at least once. The monthly concerts by the rock-n-roll legend sell out fast, so you ... Read More

Dine with Mom at the Boathouse

Thursday April 10, 2008
I'm a big fan of brunch at the Boathouse in Forest Park. On a warm spring or summer morning, there are few places in St. Louis that offer a more ... Read More

Make Plans For Mother's Day at the Botanical Garden

Wednesday April 9, 2008
Okay, I know it's early to be thinking about Mother's Day, but if you want to do something special for Mom this year, you have to do a little planning. ... Read More

See the Stars at the St. Louis Science Center

Tuesday April 8, 2008
I've always been interested in astronomy, so I love the chance to learn more about the stars. This Friday, the St. Louis Science Center is hosting its monthly "Star Party" ... Read More

Missouri Governor's Race Heats Up

Friday April 4, 2008
With so much talk about the Presidential election, it's easy to forget we have some interesting local and statewide elections on the horizon. Right now, the biggest of these is ... Read More

Fundraiser for City Hall Shooting Victims

Thursday April 3, 2008
If you have some shopping to do or are looking to try a new restaurant, make plans to head to Kirkwood on Monday, April 7. Nearly two dozen Kirkwood shops ... Read More

Another Closure Along Highway 40 This Weekend

Wednesday April 2, 2008
By now, I'm getting used to the shutdown of Highway 40, but this weekend there's another closure that could cause delays. The Missouri Department of Transportation is closing a section ... Read More

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