Weekly Porch: Area Activities, March 8-18, 2018
Below is a list of upcoming activities in or around Benton Park West, a Cherokee Neighborhood.
STL Young Professionals Happy Hour
Thursday, March 8 from 6-8 pm, Rooster, 3150 S. Grand
Network with community leaders, officeholders, and business leaders from across the state and learn about the House Victory Committee’s efforts to flip legislative seats blue in 2018. Facebook Invite
Third District Community Outreach Meeting
Thursday, March 8 from 7-9 pm, Five Star Senior Center, 2832 Arsenal
Guest Speaker: Chief John Hayden, Police Commissioner. During the meeting, you’ll be able to ask questions of the guest speaker, Captain Shawn Dace, and other officers. They will also share updates and other information about crime and safety in the district. Facebook Invite
A Toast to the Southside: DSCC 45th Anniversary Celebration
Friday, March 9 from 5:30-8:30 pm, Marquette Park Field House, Virginia and Gasconade
Join us for a "toast to the Southside" as we celebrate 45 years of neighborhood development in Dutchtown, Marine Villa, Gravois Park, and Mount Pleasant! We'll have live music and art, craft beer, specialty cocktails, and a chance to honor the neighborhood champions who exemplify the Spirit of South St. Louis. Hosted by Mike England, President at St. Mary’s High School Featuring live art by local artist Sarah Paulsen. Ticket Price: $45* Ticket includes two complimentary drinks. Facebook Invite
Saturday Morning Kids' Art Class
Saturdays from 10-11:30 am, Messiah Community Center, 2801 Magnolia
In this weekly arts program young people ages 7-13 will learn various art techniques from across the world. Teaching artists from Yeyo Arts Collective will guide students through multiple medias including but not limited to collage, painting and sculpture! Sign up by emailing mcc@messiahstl.org Facebook Invite
SLMPD Explorer Trivia Night
Saturday, March 10 at 6 pm, Five Star Senior Center, 2832 Arsenal
The parents and alumni of the St. Louis Police Explorer Post invite you to our decades themed trivia night. M.C. will be Mike Colombo, Fox 2 News. Bring your own food, but some alcohol will be provided. There will be a table decoration contest (prize for winner). Doors open at 6:00 pm | Trivia Starts at 7:00 pm. Price: $15.00 per person. Facebook Invite
Gravois Park Trash Pickup and Social Hour
Sundays from 9:30-10:30 am, Gravois Park, 3200 Potomac
Each Sunday, get to know your neighbors and help make YOUR neighborhood park a better place to play! We'll pick up litter in and around the park while talking and getting to know each other.
How to File to Run for Office
Sunday, March 11 from 4-5 pm, St. Louis Workers' Education Society, 2929 S. Jefferson
Do you want to know the basics of how to file to run for office? You are not alone. We will discuss how to file, where to file, how to start your committee, and what other things you might need to do all this. This will be a casual group discussion with lots of time for questions. We look forward to seeing you there! Facebook Invite
Laughter Club
Tuesdays from 6-7 pm, Thomas Dunn Learning Center, 3113 Gasconade
This is a meet up practicing laughter as a tool to reduce stress. It is without charge and lasts from 6:00 - 7:00 PM on Tuesdays. Visit www.tdunn.org for more info or contact Sonial at sonia@tdunn.org
Cherokee Station Business Association Meeting
Thursday, March 15 from 5:30-6:30 pm, Nebula, 3407 S. Jefferson
CSBA meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:30 pm and covers events, updates and information regarding Cherokee Street, Cherokee Station Special Business District and Cherokee Street Development League. All business owners, residents, property owners, and anyone with an interest in Cherokee Street are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Auto Buying: Eliminate the Hassle and Worry in Buying Your Car
Thursday, March 15 from 6:30-8:30 pm, South City Excel Center, 2828 Gravois
Participants will learn the benefits of New vs. Used vehicles, buying or leasing and which is the best, and find out what they can afford. Learn about other expenses, including insurance, maintenance, and gas mileage. Register: http://prosperityconnection.org/excel-center/classes-and-events/class-registration/
Benton Park West Neighborhood Meeting
Thursday, March 15 from 7-8 pm, Five Star Senior Center, 2832 Arsenal
Please join us to hear the neighborhood news and have a chance in interact with your neighbors, 3rd District police, aldermen and NSO. We will review upcoming events and activities. For agenda items and other details, please visit our Events page or the Facebook Invite
Community Clothing Swap
Sunday, March 18 from 1-3 pm, Perennial, 3762 S. Broadway
Perennial's Community Clothing Swap will be hosted at our shop! Each clothing swap is set-up like a department store (all shirts in one spot, all pants in another, etc.). You bring clothes you no longer want (but are still in fine shape) and take home new-to-you items from the swap. DOOR FEE:$10 (with clothes to swap), $15 (empty handed). More details on the Facebook Invite
SAVE-THE-DATES
Equinox: First Happy Hour of Spring, Tuesday, March 20 from 5:30-8 pm, Treffpunkt, 3453 S. Jefferson
2017 CAPER Public Hearing, Wednesday, March 21 from 5:30-7 pm, Innovative Concept Academy, 1927 Cass
Benton Park West Neighborhood Fundraiser, Thursday, March 22 from 4-8 pm, Panera, 2018 S. 7th Street
Coffee & Connections, Friday, March 30 from 9-11 am, DK Annex, 2727 S. Jefferson
Easter Eggstravaganza, Saturday, March 31 from 10-12 pm, Gravois Park
2nd Annual Doggy Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, March 31 from 12-3 pm, BPW Dog Park, 3300 Nebraska
SPONSORS
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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 scottwmcintosh@yahoo.com.
