Reminder that Tuesday, August 3rd is National Night Out, as well as Election Day! 2010 marks the 27th year National Night Out Against Crime events will take place across the country and across our neighborhoods. National Night Out strengthens relationships and overall neighborhood spirit. It increases awareness about crime and drug prevention. Most importantly, when you and your neighbors come out for events on this night, it sends a message to criminals that you are organized and that you are fighting back against crime.
Being a citizen has certain rights and responsibilities, a big one being the right and responsibility to vote . The Primary Election on August 3 will serve the purpose of nominating candidates for U.S. Senator, State Auditor, U.S. Representative in Districts 1 and 3, State Senator in District 4, State Representative in Districts 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67 and 108, Collector of Revenue, License Collector, Recorder of Deeds, and Clerk of the Circuit Court, and voting on Propositions C and S. Your vote is crucial to our democracy. For more details, visit http://www.stlelections.com/ .
Farmer’s Market
The Farmer’s Market at Old Post Office Plaza in Downtown St. Louis is open every Thursday from 4 - 7 p.m. through October. Whether you’re looking for fresh produce or just want to soak up the ambience and enjoy the entertainment while exploring all the stands, the market is a fun place to visit after work.
Connect With the Arts
ALIVE Magazine and Connect With are partnering for this fun-filled event at the Coronado Ballroom, 3701 Lindell, on Thursday, Aug. 5. Many of St. Louis’ major arts organizations will be represented at Connect With the Arts either through live performances or interactive activities. Enjoy an evening of art performances, dancing, music and the opportunity to mix and mingle with representatives from The Black Rep, COCA, Contemporary Art Museum, Missouri Botanical Garden, Missouri History Museum, The Rep Set and more. Tickets are $15 at the door. For more information, visit http://www.alivemag.com/ .
Tax-Free Weekend in Missouri
Break out the back-to-school shopping list and hit the stores this weekend for Tax-Free Weekend in Missouri. Starting at midnight on Friday, Aug. 6 and going until midnight Sunday, Aug. 8 back-to-school purchases such as clothing, school supplies, computers and similar items will be exempt from state sales tax. Note, some local jurisdictions have opted out, but the state exemption still applies – even if the purchase is not for school.
Outdoor Movie at Union Station
On the first Friday night of the month, Union Station presents its Twilight Under the Train Shed Free Movies Series. This Friday, Aug. 6 enjoy “Back to the Future” at the Lake Stage, starting at 8:30 p.m.
For Your Health
Several organizations are offering health screenings this weekend for your convenience.
Children six months to six years old are invited to be screened for the leading causes of childhood blindness. Stop by the St. Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday to take advantage of this free offer.
School physicals and school supplies will be available at Grace Hill Water Tower Health Center, 4414 N. Florissant from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7. Bring your child’s immunizations record. Sliding fees will be applied for those without health insurance.
The 4th Annual AKA Community Health Far will be this Saturday, Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Monsanto Y, 5555 Page Blvd. Activities include free screenings, health education, healthy food and exercise demonstrations, children’s activities, senior citizen resources, chair massages, a bike raffle and more.
Serbfest 2010
The annual two-day Serbfest will be this weekend, Saturday, Aug. 7 and Sunday, Aug. 8 at Holy Trinity Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church, 1910 Serbian Drive in the historic McKinley Heights neighborhood. Enjoy authentic Serbian food and desserts, Serbian cultural booths, church tours, Serbian Folklore Dancing and more from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Concerts, Concerts, and more Concerts
The Compton Heights Concert Band will begin performing at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9 in Tower Grove Park, South Grand and Magnolia, as part of the Musical Mondays Series.
There will be a free Summer Children’s Concert at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug 11 at Tower Grove Park, 4255 Magnolia.
The Bosman Twins will perform at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 11 at O’Fallon Park, I-70 and West Florissant, as part of the O’Fallon Park Jazz Concert Series.
