Aug
31
a special day to – Celebrate Summer in Benton Park!
Posted by Cipriano Medina on August 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Samba in the City
Benton Park Neighborhood Association (BPNA) welcomes music lovers of all ages to its second concert of 2009: Samba in the City. This unique evening event combines the soothing and festive music of Samba Bom with live art performances by Art Dimensions artists, a children’s paint area, and food from award-winning eateries — all in the idyllic setting of Benton Park.
Headlining the concert, Samba Bom, which translates to “good samba,” is a Saint Louis-based ensemble whose diverse backgrounds join together to celebrate Brazilian rhythms and melodies. Their repertoire includes fresh interpretations of samba classics along with original works, and even twists on American pieces. Samba Bom founder Moacyr Marchini explains, “Mixing musical cultures only enhances the versatility and likeability of the Brazilian sound.”
Aug
29
More Found Art @ Nebraska & Cherokee
Posted by Angelo S. on August 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment
First crop circles, now artwork? Are the Martians transitioning from an agri-techno society to a culture-techno one?
Nebraska and Cherokee
Aug
28
Join The Firecracker Press at ArtCrank – Saturday at 6pm
Posted by Eric Woods on August 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment
ArtCrank – STL is shaping up to be an awesome event! 30 local artists will be exhibiting original prints on Saturday August 29th. Each poster in the show is printed in a series of 30 and for sale at $30 each. This a one night only event! Admission is FREE! Plus there will be a few unannounced surprises waiting for those who attend… The show will be held at RGG Photo Gallery located at 509 N. Garrison, St. Louis MO 63103. 314.652-9797
6PM – 12AM
Visit www.artcrankpostershow.com
Can’t make the show but wanna get the poster? http://www.firecrackerpress.com/store/show/PEOPLE
Aug
26
(Anti) Wrecking Ball
Posted by Cherokee St. News on August 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment
This Thursday, Off Broadway hosts the Anti-Wrecking Ball, a joyous evening of entertainment for a worthy cause. Great bands and burlesque performers have contributed their talents to help raise money for legal fees needed for the Friends of the San Luis to appeal a circuit court judge’s ruling that citizens have no standing to appeal the actions of the St. Louis Preservation Board.
We seek to overturn that ruling for future benefit. While the San Luis Apartments is lost, there will be future battles and citizens deserve full rights in each one of them. Join us Thursday to have great fun while building necessary financial resources.
Aug
25
St. Louis Police Apologize for 2003 Raids
Posted by Cherokee St. News on August 25, 2009 | 2 Comments
At the time, police insisted that raids targeting protesters were meant to prevent violence at the 2003 World Agriculture Forum in St. Louis. Now police officials say the raids were a mistake.The St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners apologized and agreed to pay damages to four people who were among those detained or searched because they intended to protest genetically modified crops at the forum.
Aug
25
Found Art @ Pennsylvania & Cherokee
Posted by Cherokee St. News on August 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Aug
24
Lost Owner
Posted by Cherokee St. News on August 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Dog found at Cherokee & California. Black with red collar, mild mannered, unknown breed, around 8 months old. Found last week. If you recognize him or want to give him a good home contact Tim for more info. (314) 780-2043
Aug
24
Shangri-La featured on Great Day St. Louis (KMOV)
Posted by Cherokee St. News on August 24, 2009 | 6 Comments
Owner of The Shangri-La Diner Patrice Mari tells us about her restaurant.
http://www.kmov.com/greatday/video/?nvid=386379&shu=1
Aug
17
Firehouse clean up
Posted by Pamela Wucher on August 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Many thanks to Mike Ferguson, Bill Daniel, James McKee and Craig Schmid for making this Saturdays clean up day a success. The gardens are now weed free, roses bushes are trimmed and full of blooms for the entire neighborhood to enjoy! Thanks for all your hard work and thanks to Bill for his beautifull photographs. Check them out on the MV website or go to http://www.flickr.com/photos/tags/marinevilla/
Aug
17
Apop and Binge&Purge BBQ Blast! 8/22 FREE!
Posted by Dustin Newman on August 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment
On the sunny afternoon of Saturday August 22nd, please come to Cherokee Street and join us for an afternoon of intoxicated entertainment! Tons of bands, beer, BBQ and youse!
Music will be pouring onto the pavement all stereo-like with STL winners Medical Tourists, Godfodder, SKR, Cardiac Arrest and others playing at the 2 shops, alternating like panned audio!
There will be 2 different food parties happenin’ in the backyards of BP and Apop. A little orphan told us that BP is rumoured to have a hotdog stand and sno-cones! Apop is workin’ on cajoling a certain grill-meister into reigning over their fire. Meat is Murder, and murder is delicious!
Aug
14
Free Photo Workshop Saturday
Posted by Jason Deem on August 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment
This Saturday, August 15
Noon – 2pm
Free!
at the Chatillon-DeMenil House
3352 DeMenil Place
(at the eastern end of Cherokee Street)
Our six-part Arts Then & Now series starts with Lois Ingrum’s interactive portrait photography workshop at noon on Saturday, August 15. First, we will go over the basics of photographic technique and composition. As students create their own portraits, we will discuss what it means to document your own history, and what kind of information photographs can share with us. This class is suitable for all ages… bring your children as well as your parents, and expect a lot of fun taking pictures of each other! Please call 229-0793 with any questions.
Aug
13
Cherokee Street – Far West Side
Posted by Jason Deem on August 13, 2009 | 5 Comments
It seems two-way traffic is permitted on Cherokee between Grand & Gravois as long as it’s heading East.
ONE WAY?
New “Do Not Enter” Signs for cars heading West
All cars are parked facing East
“One Way” Signs Facing East
OR TWO-WAY?
New Traffic signal with Green Light for cars heading West
“Stop” sign at Grand & Cherokee for vehicles heading West
“Two-Way Traffic” sign at Grand to warn vehicles heading East of oncoming traffic.
I’m guessing this is in some sort of transition but it’s been this way for awhile. Anyone know what the plan is here?
Aug
13
Maria Elena Marshall: “Electrosugar Electroshock” at Fort Gondo
Posted by Jason Deem on August 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Opening reception Friday, August 14, 2009, from 7 to 11 p.m. at Fort Gondo Compound for the Arts.
Aug
11
Marine Villa Movie Night – Labyrinth
Posted by James McKee on August 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Title: Marine Villa Movie Night -- Labyrinth
Location: Shepard School -- 3450 Wisconsin Ave.
Description: Shepard School is closing after summer classes in 2009. Let’s pay a tribute to this important institution and how it has served our neighborhood for over a century. This is a free movie night and everyone is welcome! Scott and Stephanie Pondrom will have their famous ice cream truck on site…feel free to bring your own snacks and lawn chairs!
Start Time: dusk
Date: 2009-08-29
Aug
6
Theater, music, art opening and MORE upcoming on Cherokee
Posted by Hilary Hitchcock on August 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment
*This Friday night, August 7, 2009, check out Meth and Hotdogs, opening at Cranky Yellow. Find out about this and other exciting upcoming events at Cranky Yellow here.
*See original comedy performances at the Tin Ceiling Theater this weekend, August 6-8. Details here.
*Don’t miss the What Cheer?! Brigade at the Community Arts and Media Project Friday, August 7.
*And next Tuesday, August 11, consider visiting the Rebus Ad Club happy hour at the Firecracker Press. More information here.
Aug
3
National Night Out is tomorrow, August 4.
Posted by James McKee on August 3, 2009 | 1 Comment
The 3400 blocks of Missouri and Indiana will be out for NNO. Is your block hosting an event?
Organizations and Associations
- Arch Reactor
- Art Dimensions
- Benton Park
- Benton Park West
- Cherokee Antique Row
- Cherokee-Lemp Historic District
- Cherokee Station Business Assn.
- Community Arts and Media Project
- Dutchtown South
- Gravois Park
- Marine Villa
Neighborhood Resources
- - Quick Reference -
- Cherokee Recreation Center
- Community Arts and Media Project
- Franciscan Connection
- West Corner Community Garden