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David's St. Louis Blog August 2008 Archive

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

More Ways to Celebrate This Labor Day Weekend

Wednesday August 27, 2008
No matter where you live in the St. Louis area, you can find a fun festival or event to celebrate the long Labor Day weekend. My favorites are the Greek ... Read More

New LGBT Community Center Celebrates its Grand Opening

Tuesday August 26, 2008
Members of the St. Louis LGBT community have reason to celebrate. Friday is the Grand Opening of the Lesbian Gay Bi Transgender Community Center of Metropolitan St. Louis. The Community ... Read More

Calling All Shutterbugs. Share Your Zoo Pics.

Thursday August 21, 2008
Whether you describe yourself as a photographer (amateur or pro) or just someone that likes taking pictures, I'd love to see and feature your pictures on an upcoming St. Louis ... Read More

Free Movies Continue Into Fall

Wednesday August 20, 2008
The weather will soon be getting cooler and that makes it a great time to enjoy a free outdoor movie. Frontyard Features shows free movies at many different parks and ... Read More

Six Lessons Learned from Three Trips to the Zoo

Tuesday August 19, 2008
My toddler recently discovered that the St. Louis Zoo's a pretty cool place. So, over the past two weeks, at his "request," we visited three times. Here's a list of ... Read More

What's Your Favorite St. Louis Area Winery?

Thursday August 14, 2008
Although I actually like St. Louis summers, my favorite months are September and October. Those two months always seem to have the perfect mix of sunshine, warm but not hot ... Read More

Sassafras Cafe is Missouri's First Certified Green Restaurant

Wednesday August 13, 2008
Going green is taking on a whole new meaning at the Missouri Botanical Garden. The Garden's Sassafras Cafe is the first restuarant in Missouri to be "Certified Green" by the ... Read More

Rare Tiger Cubs Make Their Debut at the St. Louis Zoo

Monday August 11, 2008
They may be small, but five rare Amur tiger cubs are sure to draw big crowds at the St. Louis Zoo. The cubs were born in April, but just made ... Read More

Cool Art, Hot Jazz Festival This Weekend in Queeny Park

Monday August 11, 2008
Art, live music, food, kids' activities. This weekend's Cool Art, Hot Jazz Festival in Queeny Park is filled with fun for the whole family. For art lovers, there are 130 ... Read More

Festivals This Weekend

Thursday August 7, 2008
Knowing that August is always so hot and humid, it's surprising how many fairs, festivals and other events are scheduled each year for our worst "dog days of summer." The ... Read More

Experts Hold Debate on the Existence of God

Wednesday August 6, 2008
It's perhaps the oldest debate in history. Is there a God? I've certainly heard Christopher Hitchens' opinion on the subject. He's the author of God is Not Great: How Religion ... Read More

Going Green Can Save You Money and Save the Environment

Tuesday August 5, 2008
Many of us want to live a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, but it can be difficult to get started. That's why some local pros are offering their advice for free. ... Read More

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