ville vandeventer cleanup

Greater Ville & Vandeventer Community Cleanup

Saturday, June 6, 2026
9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Registration/Staging Areas

  • 4153 Dr. MLK Blvd. & Whittier
  • Bishop PL Scott & Ashland

This activity is financed in part through an allocation of community neighborhoods Ville/Greater Ville & Vandeventer

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Join in the Restoration Project of O’Fallon Park

O’Fallon Park lost 350 trees in the May 16 tornado, and we’re partnering with residents and local organizations to replant them on Saturday, 4/11, from 12:30–3:00 PM. Join us rain or shine to help restore this historic park! Check in, sign a waiver, get a quick training, then dig, mulch, and plant trees with guidance from staff and trained volunteers.

We need 250 Volunteers for the tree planting event. Groups & individuals of all ages are welcome. *Registration Required

Saturday, April 11, 2026
12:30 PM: Check-in
12:50 PM: Welcome & Grounding Ceremony

O’Fallon Park Boathouse
2001 E Harris Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63107

What We’ll Do

  • Planting 350 trees
  • Activities include:
    • Tree Planting
    • Mulching
  • Grounding Ceremony with Black Healers Collective

Open to residents, community members, and anyone interested in helping shape a greener O’Fallon Park. Parking is available inside the park and back lots at YMCA and along streets. Please carpool if possible.

Presented By O’Fallon Community Developing Organization
In partnership with the City of St. Louis Forestry Division and Forest ReLeaf of Missouri

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MLK Cultural Boulevard Block Party!

Come see what the future holds for the MLK corridor plan.
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
10:00 AM-1:00 PM

4144 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive

 

  • Food
  • Music
  • Presentation of the corridor plan
  • Open house
  • Hard hat tour
  • Storefront activations
  • Fun giveaways
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Join in the Restoration Project, O’Fallon Park

PLANNING MEETING:
Saturday, February 14, 2026
10:00 AM-11:30 AM

O’Fallon Rec Center
4343 W. Florisant Ave., St. Louis, MO 63115

Learn how to get involved with:

  • Tree Planting
  • Beautification Efforts

Enjoy a Valentine’s Treat!

*Tree Planting will occur in April

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Blues, Brass, & Sass

Saturday, November 22, 2025
6:00 pm
The .Zack Performing Arts Theater
3224 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63101

You’re invited to the Blues, Brass, & Sass Celebration in partnership with The St. Louis Blues Society. This special evening will showcase local artists, preserve and promote blues music, and celebrate SLACO’s leadership in neighborhood stabilization and community development.

Doors open for VIPs at 6:00 pm
Doors open for General Admission at 7:00 pm

An All-Star Blues & Brass Lineup!

  • Saint Boogie Brass Band will Second Line the VIPs to their seats and play for 30 minutes
  • Matt “Rattlesnake” Lesch
  • Chris Shepherd Band
  • Marsha Evans and the Coalition
  • Alonzo Townsend – Master of Ceremonies
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Shaw Art Fair

120 Artists, music, eclectic food, beverage tent, and more!

$8 ONLINE at ShawArtFair.org
$10 at gate, valid both days.
Age 14 and under free with adult.

Date: October 4 & 5

Time: Saturday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Where: Flora place & Tower Grove, St. Louis easet of the Missouri Botanical Garden

Learn More at ShawArtFair.org

fall resource and employment fair

Fall Resource & Employment Fair

Thursday, October 9th
10:00 am – 1 pm
Employment Connection HQ
2838 Market Street

Dress Professionally | Bring Copies of your Résumé

On-Site Interviews & Hiring!
Connect with Resources!
And More!

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Transportation Infrastructure Weekly

Tonight, August 11 from 4-6pm at The Lodge in Des Peres, MoDOT is conducting an Open House to solicit information on high-priority unfunded transportation needs throughout the region. High Priority Unfunded Needs Public Meetings | Missouri Department of Transportation
 
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 beginning at 6:30pm at Central Office, 801 North 11th  The City of St. Louis Board of Education will hold its monthly board meeting St. Louis Public Schools – Meeting Information
 
Thursday, August 14 · 6:00 – 7:00pm  at T-Rex,11 Washington Ave,  5th floor STL Urbanists Monthly Community Meeting
 
Tuesday August 21st from 6-8pm at the Paraquad office 5426 Oakland Ave , Trailnet, Paraquad and the Starkloff Institute will be holding a Complete Streets  “Accessible by Design: workshop for those with a mobility disability, their families, caregivers and organizations that serve them.
 
And please do not forget the Greater St. Louis Inc. Summer Nights free concert series in Kiener Plaza. Upcoming acts include Dr. Zhivegas, Lydia Caesar, a Tina Turner Tribute featuring Laka, and more. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and family fun from 5–8 p.m., in the heart of Downtown St. Louis every Thursday and Saturday. stlsummernights.com
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Construction Update Meetings

Join our monthly meetings to discuss and stay informed on the design and construction process for the Brickline Greenway and Streetscapes Improvement Projects.

Light refreshments will be provided.

When: August 19 (Third Tuesday of the month)

Where: Boys and Girls Club – Herbert Hoover
2901 N Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63107

Time: 6:00 PM

Learn More about this project at bricklinegreenway.org/north

For additional help call: 314-436-7009

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SLACO KIDS’ 1st EVER CAR WASH

When: Friday, July 18th, 2025

Where: 5888 Plymouth Ave (SLACO back parking lot)

Time: 1 pm until 5pm

Small cars: $4.00
Mid-Size cars: $8.00
SUV /trucks/vans: $10.00

Forms of Payment accepted:

  • CASH
  • CASH APP ( $KimmyKreeAshuns)
  • Zelle
  • Venmo (@KimD1234)
  • OnePay (@kimberly-davis-67)

**ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO DIRECTLY TO SLACO KIDS’ EVENTS, TRANSPORTATION, FIELD TRIPS AND SUPPLIES**

For more information or to donate text Ms. Kim: 314-358-9657

respect mo voters event

An Elevated Evening benefitting Respect Missouri Voters

Save the Date! Thurs, June 12th at 6:30 pm
Penthouse at the Private Residences at the Chase Park Plaza
The Respect Missouri Voters Amendment will protect the citizen ballot initiative process forever:
  • Protect past initiatives: Prohibit the legislature from changing or repealing voter-approved initiatives unless by an 80% bipartisan supermajority vote in both chambers.
  • Protect our constitutional freedom: Prohibit laws that make the initiative process more difficult.
  • Unbiased ballot language: Require clear, unbiased, accurate ballot language so voters understand what they’re voting on.
Email benjamin@showmeintegrity.org or Text 314-239-1308 to join.
Rockin' the Suburbs Classic

Rockin’ the Suburbs Classic

Get ready to pedal, party, and soak in the unique character of Kirkwood and its neighboring communities! Trailnet is thrilled to host the inaugural Rockin’ the Suburbs Kirkwood Classic on June 7, 2025. Starting from the Alpine Shop, this expertly supported cycling event will guide riders through scenic routes, including a picturesque stretch along the iconic Grant’s Trail. With its mix of history, community spirit, and stunning surroundings, Kirkwood is the perfect place to kick off this exciting new ride!

This ride has three route options, from a 10-mile family-friendly route to a challenging 55-mile dip.

Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Start/End Location: Alpine Shop
440 N Kirkwood Rd
Saint Louis, MO US 63122

Start Time: 8:00 AM
Routes: Family-Friendly, Mid-Distance, and Long-Distance

Post-Ride Fun: Experience all that Kirkwood has to offer at the annual Route 66 Cars and Guitars Festival !

The festival’s theme of “Cars and Guitars” speaks to the rich transportation and music history of the region. Live music and vintage vehicles will anchor this outdoor event. Note: Bikes are not allowed in the festival area. Bike parking is available in Alpine Shop or Kaldi’s parking lot.