Weekly Porch: Area Activities, August 6-14, 2015
As The Porch Review (BPW newsletter) is printed quarterly, we'll post upcoming activities on Thursdays through the "Weekly Porch." If there's an area activity that you'd like to have included, please send your activity details to secretary@bentonparkwest.org.
Below is a list of upcoming activities for Benton Park West area residents.
Cherokee Street Reach 2015 Community Art Festival
Friday, August 7 at 11:00-4:00 pm, The Luminary, 2701 Cherokee
This free event is open to the public and guests of all ages. There will be workshops and tutorials by local artists and live performances. Free food, drinks, and snacks, including (but not limited to) pizza fromMaster Pieza and desert from I Scream Cakes! For questions, please contact cherokeestreetreach@gmail.com. Facebook Invite
Cupcake Social
Friday, August 7 from 4:00-7:00 pm, Saint Louis Hop Shop, 2606 Cherokee
Saint Louis Hop Shop is hosting a Cupcake Social this Friday August 7th with Whisk Bakery! Come out and enjoy cupcakes MADE with some brews from one of Colorado's finest breweries, OSKAR BLUES! $3 cans of Oskar Blues Dale's Pale Ale, Pinner, & Mamas Pils during the event! Come out this weekend and get a sweet tooth! Facebook Invite
Kickball in the Park
Friday, August 7 at 6:00 pm, Gravois Park, 3200 Potomac
Kids and adults of all ages are encourage to play kickball in Gravois Park each Friday night during the summer. This is a fun way to kick off the week in a fun, family-friendly environment. NOTE: If it's raining, it will be called off.
A Midsummer Night's Aeropress Competition and Ice Cream Social
Friday, August 7 from 7:00-9:00 pm, Sump Coffee, 3700 S. Jefferson
Details coming soon. Facebook Invite
Back to School Program
Saturday, August 8 from 9:00-2:00 pm, Guardian Angel Social Services, 2700 Cherokee
Help us provide backpacks and school supplies to hundreds of St. Louis students! Last year we served over 600 children. The year before we served 900! Drop off donated school supplies and backpacks this Saturday. For more information, please visit gasastl.org/back-to-school-2015.
St. Louis Swap Meet
Sunday, August 9 from 10:00 am-3:00 pm at the Lemp Brewery, Cherokee @ Lemp
Various vendors participate in this open-air swap meet. http://stlswapmeet.com
Benton Park Concert Series
Sunday, August 9 from 3:00-6:00 pm, Benton Park, 3100 S. Jefferson
All concerts are FREE and take place in the beautiful Benton Park (Corner of Arsenal & Jefferson). Food, drink and Benton Park gear will be available for purchase. Visit bpnastl.org for details.
Nutrition Classes
Monday, August 10 at 5:00 pm, Curby Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2621 Utah
Curby Church will host nutrition classes on Mondays until September 18. These sessions are FREE. For more info 314-771-0242.
Zumba Classes
Monday, August 10 at 6:30 pm, Curby Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2621 Utah
Curby Church will host Zumba classes on Mondays. The cost is $5.00 a session. For more info 314-771-0242.
Benton Park West NA Board Meeting
Monday, August 10 at 6:30 pm, Five Star Senior Center, 2832 Arsenal
BPWNA Board will discuss upcoming events and projects, review the treasurer's report and budget. All are welcome to attend and provide input.
Gravois Park Neighborhood Meeting
Tuesday, August 11 at 6:00 pm, 3353 California
Friends and residents are invited to hear the lastest news and happenings in Gravois Park. Questions, contact Rita Ford, President, at 314-664-3425.
Summer Cool Down Luncheon
Wednesday, August 12 from 10:00-2:00 pm, Five Star Senior Center, 2832 Arsenal
Aramark and the St. Louis Police Department donated window fans for home-bound seniors who need them. This fundraising event will have entertainment by Big Papa G starting at 10 am with lunch at 12 noon, and Bingo at 12:30 pm. Attendance prizes and a 32" TV Bingo prize will be awarded. BBQ lunch provided by Aramark. For more information, contact Michael Howard, Executive Director at 314-664-1008.
Cherokee Night's Art Walk
Thursday, August 13 from 4:00-10:00 pm, Various locations on Cherokee
Cherokee Nights is back! It's new incarnation will be seasonal quarterly themed events starting with a summer art walk. Explore 27 businesses and artists on Cherokee Street. Businesses will feature the artwork of local artists of various mediums. Facebook Invite
Gravois Community Visioning Meeting Follow-Up
Thursday, August 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm, Five Star Senior Center, 2832 Arsenal
The first meeting was a great success! We gathered lots of community feedback and are excited to share the results with everyone. This second meeting will focus on the short-term improvements to Gravois that will be made in the next year. Facebook Invite
9th Ward Democratic Organization's Beer and Pretzel Party
Friday, August 14 from 5:30-8:30 pm, St. Francis Cabrini School, 3022 Oregon
The fundraiser will featuring 9th ward's Gus' Pretzels. Tickets available at the door. Seniors $10, Friends $15, Supporters $50, Silver Sponsor $100, Gold Sponsor $250 Questions, contact Pat or Ken Ortmann at 314-776-0161.
