http://www.artszipper.com The HOT place for COOL Culture en-us Sat, 18 May 2013 17:59:14 EST This national dance festival has classes in Dunham, West Afrikan, hip hop, Afrikan Caribbean,Kemetic Yoga, Orisha Dances, and Dunham Jazz. Join the many guests from all around the country who come to St. Louis every year for this annual event. And closing out the week will be the fabulous Forces of Nature Dance Theatre in concert at Edison Theatre on Saturday, May 25th. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=12D075B3-5056-876E-76002AF37EA23BAE Fri, 17 May 2013 19:41:18 EST Interested in music lessons? The Community Music School offers one-on-one instruction on all instruments of the band and orchestra, piano, guitar and voice, at three St. Louis locations. Students of all ages and ability levels can be matched with one of the 90 master music teachers during Summer New Student Registration, June 1-6.<br /> <br />The six-week summer session is a great time to begin music lessons, whether the student a beginner, a school music student wanting to stay in playing shape, or an adult returning to music. <br /> http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=087AE53F-5056-876E-76E86A53DF3B8612 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:52:20 EST Interested in music lessons? The Community Music School offers one-on-one instruction on all instruments of the band and orchestra, piano, guitar and voice, at three St. Louis locations. Students of all ages and ability levels can be matched with one of the 90 master music teachers during Summer New Student Registration, June 1-6.<br /> <br />The six-week summer session is a great time to begin music lessons, whether the student a beginner, a school music student wanting to stay in playing shape, or an adult returning to music. <br /> http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=086A9FB6-5056-876E-7697DCCC634D5854 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:50:34 EST Interested in music lessons? The Community Music School offers one-on-one instruction on all instruments of the band and orchestra, piano, guitar and voice, at three St. Louis locations. Students of all ages and ability levels can be matched with one of the 90 master music teachers during Summer New Student Registration, June 1-6.<br />The six-week summer session is a great time to begin music lessons, whether the student a beginner, a school music student wanting to stay in playing shape, or an adult returning to music. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=0850A260-5056-876E-762B050AD68115FB Fri, 17 May 2013 14:47:43 EST ART OPENING: Friday, June 28th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Free and open to the public, serving coffee, wine and light refreshments.<br />MICHAEL BOLTON – recognized in the May issue of St. Louis Homes Magazine, continues to push away from structure and formalities in his paintings. Subject matter no longer dominates, but rather color, texture and flow. He uses pallet knives with ordinary house paint, housing caulk, and other everyday materials. See more at mboltonart.com.<br />JOANNA HOGE - A recent graduate of Saint Louis University, Joanna Hoge divides her time between fine art commissions, food styling and personal projects. Her body of work, composed primarily of ink drawings on paper, explores themes of alienation, absurdity and transcendence through nature. See additional works at joannahoge.com. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=05D7037B-5056-876E-7618403DD3A79386 Fri, 17 May 2013 13:38:31 EST Fire up those engines. Shift into an "auto"matic evening of cars and art. See British car club faves parked on the lawn (weather permitting). Gallery presents Top Gear, an exhibit of sportscar speed & beauty. Watch artists blow molten glass into art. Frostbite Gourmet Ice Cream scoops up free tastes celebrating Summer of Sangria. Chef Heidi serves up snacks ($2 - $8/ea.). Work with instructors for hands-on with glass ($25-$35). Rosewood Band at 8p. Fire spinning. Cash bar. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=02603A42-5056-876E-76328782A4CAF94D Fri, 17 May 2013 12:01:39 EST RFT winner for "Best Theatre Festival" in 2012, St. Lou Fringe presents its second annual Fringe Festival. Curious to learn more about us? Here is what you need to know:<br />Over one hundred artists and performances from around the country.<br />Five days. Five venues. Nightly parties. Three outdoor stages. Droves of street performers. One wild weekend.<br /> http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=E5E5D5E7-5056-876E-76DBCB9E39813EE0 Thu, 16 May 2013 22:45:21 EST World premier of new musical at the St. Louis Fringe Festival. Tells the story of six young adults with Asperger's sharing the challenges of their lives in songs that are rollicking and tender. It celebrates the geek in all of us. June 21-23 at the Kranzberg Art Center. Tickets online at Stlfringe.com<br />Directed by Ed Reggi, Music by Adam Rosen, book and lyrics by Dean Rosen and Adam Rosen. A Highly Distracted Production http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=DA2E4EE0-5056-876E-7651C85DEF155FE6 Thu, 16 May 2013 17:17:37 EST When Soldiers Come Home:<br />The Science of War Injuries from Vietnam to Afghanistan<br />Tuesday, August 20 • 7pm • Lee Auditorium • Free<br />Every major war in modern history spurred technological and scientific developments. The Vietnam War signified a beginning shift in the investment of science capital to emphasize the psychological injuries of deployment. Washington University psychiatry professor Rumi Price traces the scientific history of treating and preventing war’s "signature injuries." http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=D7064A5B-5056-876E-76676808260998C6 Thu, 16 May 2013 15:49:20 EST This is our kick-off event of the Cetral West End's Second Friday celebration! Ben Hiliker, author of "The Tale of Willy Willys," will be bring his 1926 Willys Overland touring car outside our store. Bring the whole family and Ben Hiliker will show how he restored this historic car. "The Tale of Willy Willys" features artwork by Robert Shay and will delight children of all age with the tale of Willy Willys over the past 90 years. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=D25F9096-5056-876E-763FAA7CE62CF23D Thu, 16 May 2013 13:39:14 EST Join us for this special Sauce Celebrity Chef Series event. Marcus Samuelsson’s memoir, "Yes, Chef," chronicles Samuelsson's journey from his grandmother's kitchen to his arrival in New York City, where his outsized talent and ambition finally come together at Aquavit, earning him a New York Times three-star rating at the age of twenty-four. Samuelsson will read from his memoir while guests enjoy a meal inspired by the book. Tickets are $75 and include admission for one, a copy of "Yes, Chef," and dinner. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=D1CF0637-5056-876E-7607FED20636690F Thu, 16 May 2013 13:23:26 EST Tuesday,August27•7pm•AT&TFoundation Room•Free<br />John A. Steinhulb, senior director of advertising production for Anhauser-Busch, and Jim Woodcock, senior vice president for sports buseiness at Fleishman-Hillard, discuss the nitty-gritty of sports marketing with special emphasis on Super Bowl commercials. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A123AF9A-5056-876E-76DFA25725C6C36D Wed, 15 May 2013 14:42:13 EST Life as an NFL Referee<br />Wednesday, August 21, at 10:30am, and Sunday, August 25, at 1pm AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free NMAAHC Exhibi†on<br />MARKETING AND ADVERTISING • November 2011<br />Ever wonder what it’s like to work as an NFL referee? Hear the stories of St. Louis’s own Robert Wagner, who spent 20 years in the NFL making the calls. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A0C44149-5056-876E-76B450B7D7503157 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:31:48 EST NFL: The Leaders—Breaking Racial Barriers in the NFL<br />Tuesday, August 13 • 7pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />This film takes an in-depth look at the history of African American players in the National Football League. Note: This same film is offered on August 13 at noon as part of our History on the Side Series. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A096F09F-5056-876E-766E3FA7390C74E1 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:26:51 EST NFL: The Leaders—Breaking Racial Barriers in the NFL<br />Tuesday, August 13 • 7pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />This film takes an in-depth look at the history of African American players in the National Football League. Note: This same film is offered on August 13 at noon as part of our History on the Side Series. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A0962E71-5056-876E-761C5E859ED15B6A Wed, 15 May 2013 14:26:46 EST The Game of NFL Football—From a Reporter’s Perspective<br />Wednesday, August 7 • 7pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />Associated Press writer Jeff Melnick and radio personality Randy Karraker tell about the ins and outs of stadium life and what it’s like interacting with NFL players after a great win or a devastating loss. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A088FF6E-5056-876E-76771770D146BE21 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:25:20 EST An Afternoon with Rosey Grier<br />Sunday, August 4 • 1pm • Lee Auditorium • Free<br />Join us for a discussion with Rosey Grier, football legend and an original member of the L.A. Rams "Fearsome Foursome," called "the most dominant line in football history" by Dick Butkus. The program also includes a screening of the documentary Third and Long: The History of African Americans in Pro Football 1946–1989. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A07DEC6D-5056-876E-76756B6CBB1DD907 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:24:07 EST Change the Game Series:<br />Highlighting Athletes Who Are Now Educators<br />Saturdays, August 3, 10, and 17 • 2pm<br />AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room or Lee Auditorium • Free<br />Angela Lewis, author, athlete, and founder of Major Game LLC, presents<br />a series of panel discussions focusing on native St. Louisans who are former college and/or professional athletes dedicated to working with young people http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A04243B4-5056-876E-76F85759EF73AC52 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:17:36 EST A Conversation with Bryan Burwell<br />Tuesday, July 30 • 7pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />Bryan Burwell of the St. Louis Post–Dispatch speaks about and answers questions regarding St. Louis’s NFL future.<br />A Conversation with Bryan Burwell<br />A Conversation with Bryan Burwell http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A02CACD9-5056-876E-7665B6BE41231318 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:15:15 EST Presented in partnership with the St. Louis Rams<br />The Medical Side of Sports<br />Sunday, June 23 • 1pm • Lee Auditorium • Free<br />St. Louis Rams team physician Dr. Matthew J. Matava covers a variety of topics related to the care of the modern-day athlete.<br />The Medical Side of Sports http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A02103C2-5056-876E-76989D6190FD4282 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:13:58 EST Football Concussions and Battlefield Brain Injuries: What We Think We Know and What We Don’t Know About Long-term Impact<br />Tuesday, June 18 • 7pm • Lee Auditorium • Free<br />Reports of delayed deterioration after sports concussions and news coverage on<br />theeffectsofblast-relatedinjuriesinU.S.servicemembersfromthewarsinIraq <br />and Afghanistan have brought the topic of traumatic brain injury into focus. Dr. David Brody, NFL Neurological Care Program and Washington University Concussion Clinic director, talks about what is known about these injuries. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=A0142C00-5056-876E-76E7EB14F7361686 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:12:34 EST Gridiron Glory Celebration<br />Saturday, June 1 • 10am to 2pm • Throughout the Museum • Free<br />It’s time for some football-themed family fun! Kick things off with Radio Disney from 10:30am to noon, then make football-themed crafts and hang out with the St. Louis Rams mascot, Rampage. Plus, wear your sneakers and get active... the Rams PLAY 60 program will be happening on the Museum’s front lawn! http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9FE8EFF0-5056-876E-7670D4481E24D528 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:07:51 EST Cheryl Brown:<br />A Tribute to the Women of Motown<br />Saturday, June 8 • 6pm to 8pm • Pagoda Circle<br />(across from the Muny) • Free<br />The Missouri History Museum is proud to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the St. Louis NAACP with this special concert by songstress Cheryl Brown. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9FD9AD5A-5056-876E-76544ACD2CEE81CA Wed, 15 May 2013 14:06:11 EST "Bloody Bill" Rides: Music and Tales of the Civil War<br />Sunday, June 2 • 1pm and 3pm (Same program both times)<br />Lee Auditorium • Free<br />This program features a documentary on the life and times of William "Bloody Bill" Anderson accompanied by the music of Cathy Barton and Dave Para. Take the opportunity to visit our Civil War in Missouri exhibition one more time before it closes (ticket prices listed below). http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9FCF473B-5056-876E-76B4C911093717C6 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:05:02 EST The Architecture of Maritz & Young: Exceptional Historic Homes of St. Louis<br />Wednesday, August 14 • 7pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />Starting at the beginning of the twentieth century, Raymond E. Maritz and W. Ridgely Young built more than a hundred homes in the most affluent neighborhoods of St. Louis County. The Architecture of Maritz & Young is the most complete collection of their work, featuring more than 200 photographs, architectural drawings, and original floor plans of homes built in a variety of styles. Join authors Kevin Amsler and L. John Schott, AIA, as they share details from their book. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9FAC7A4C-5056-876E-76CF6A075BC88BE7 Wed, 15 May 2013 14:01:14 EST World’s Fair Gardens: Shaping America’s Landscapes<br />Sunday, July 28, at 1pm, and Monday, July 29, at 10:30am<br />AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />Author Cathy Jean Maloney, senior editor at Chicagoland Gardening magazine, shares how World Fairs’ horticultural innovations continue to affect how we garden in our own yards and enjoy our public spaces today. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9F6CA5B2-5056-876E-76555FD8B7A38610 Wed, 15 May 2013 13:54:16 EST Presented by Reedy Press<br />St. Louis Speak:<br />Lingo, Lore, and the Lighter Side of Life in the Gateway City<br />Sunday, July 21 • 1pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />Do you warsh your dishes and rinsh them in the zink? Do you eat mustgo for dinner? St. Louis Speak decodes the lingo and traces the stories shared by all St. Louisans. Join John "Dr. Jack" Oldani as he discusses his new book. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9F38D9CC-5056-876E-76A6644156B20D64 Wed, 15 May 2013 13:48:37 EST Presented by Reedy Press<br />The Eckert Family Summer Cookbook: Peach, Berry, Tomato Recipes and More<br />Wednesday, July 17 • 7pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />Jill Eckert-Tantillo and Angie Eckert give details and share tips from the second installment of the Eckert Family Cookbook Series, filled with delectable, time-tested recipes and techniques for preparation and storage. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9F2C32CD-5056-876E-76AFF3EA4C3DF348 Wed, 15 May 2013 13:47:14 EST Many Brave Hearts: A Memoir<br />Sunday, June 30, at 1pm, and Monday, July 1, at 10:30am<br />(Same program both days) • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free In this deeply felt account of how war can shatter emotional lives and undermine our deepest bonds, Virginia Slachman documents the story not only of her family and its slow disintegration over the years, but a narrative powerfully representative of a collective American experience of families whose members come home from war with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9EFA4FF2-5056-876E-762A51A2161467CF Wed, 15 May 2013 13:41:47 EST Presented by Reedy Press<br />Extraordinary Black Missourians:<br />Pioneers, Leaders, Performers, Athletes, and Other Notables<br />Tuesday, June 25 • 7pm • AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room • Free<br />Join authors John A. Wright Sr. and Sylvia A. Wright as they detail their new book, which describes more than 100 pioneers, educators, civil rights activists, and others who played a major role in contributing to Missouri’s African American legacy. http://www.art-stl.com/artszipper/Event.cfm?eid=9ED9A536-5056-876E-768EE89B47FFD4FE Wed, 15 May 2013 13:38:13 EST