Sunday, May 05, 2013

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Thursday, March 14, 2013

Clifton Heights Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Clifton Heights Annual Easter Egg Hunt



Weather permitting
   On Saturday, March 30 2013 at 1:00 p.m.
 The Annual Clifton Heights Easter Egg Hunt will take place in 
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 Easter Egg Hunt is for children up to age 8
To get in on the fun early and do a valuable service for our park and neighborhood, please join us in preparation. Our schedule includes: 10:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m. Clean the park - 11:30 a.m.— 12:30 p.m. Hide the eggs - 1:00 p.m. Hunt begins, If you have anything you would like to put in the eggs (nothing that could melt) To volunteer or for more info please contact: Kathy Migneco - cell 314.703.1519 or kathy@cliftonheightsneighborhood,org 

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

New! How to Develop an Effective Board for Your Nonprofit Organization

Better not wait to register for Building an Effective Board for Your NPO with John McClusky on 10/25. they are near capacity!...
New! How to Develop an Effective Board for Your Nonprofit Organization
Thursday, October 25, 2-5 p.m.. | $50
Location: JC Penney Conference Center
Instructors: John McClusky, Independent Consultant and Director Emeritus, Nonprofit Management & Leadership Program | Peter Ruger, Washington University School of Law | Faith Sandler, Executive Director, The Scholarship Foundation
Do you want to improve your board’s effectiveness and strengthen the leadership relationship between your board and staff executive? This workshop is for nonprofit staff executives and board leaders, including incoming board officers who want to learn promising practices based on the latest research for making their boards even more effective and their staff-board relationships more productive and satisfying. The learning activities will mix presentation and discussion. The workshop will address topics such as the board’s primary responsibilities and the principles and legal framework for them and successful methods for boards and executives to determine which of their leadership roles are best kept distinct and which are best performed through their partnership. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about this important topic from three of the most well known and respected nonprofit leaders in the region.
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Saturday, September 22, 2012

Lost Dog - Cleopatra


Our dog, Cleopatra (Cleo), an Italian Greyhound, ran away from our dog sitters yard on the 6200 block of Magnolia Ave. yesterday (9/21) at around 4:30am.

She is grey and white, about 10lbs, and has the tattoo "65" in one of her ears. She is a puppy mill rescue dog, so she's still very timid. If you see her, and you yell "up" she will crouch so that you can pick her up. She will not bite and is up to date on all her shots.

She will often times hide in enclosed spaces (a bush or on a porch) when she is scared, so she may be hiding in your back yard or bushes and you may not know it.

Any help would be appreciated and we are offering a reward for the trouble if you find her.

Here is my contact information if you see or know anything

Matthew Ortbals
314-265-6351

Thank you!
Matthew

Sunday, August 26, 2012

September 5 - 7: Governor's Conference on Economic Development in St. Louis

This year's Governor's Conference will offer 4 tracks: Business Expansion & Attraction; Entrepreneurship/Small Business; Real Estate Development/Redevelopment/Infrastructure; and Talent Development. The conference will be held at the Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel - St. Louis. For more information and to register, go to www.ded.mo.gov/Conference/GovConference.aspx.

SLMPD Accepting Applications for the Citizens Academy

The Metropolitan Police Department, City of St. Louis (the department) has announced plans for Citizens Academy Class 2012-02. The program, designed to strengthen the bond between the department and the community will begin September 5, 2012 and will conclude with a graduation on November 28, 2012. Classes are held Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. Click here for the application.

Sunday, August 19, 2012

September 6: Starting and Governing a Nonprofit 501(c)3 in Missouri

Nonprofit Management & Leadership Program Class at UM-St. Louis
Course description: Starting a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and governing one are flip sides of the
same coin. Steps taken in forming a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation affect how the organization must
operate in the future. Steps taken in the governance and operation of the organization affect its ability to
maintain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the IRS. Come to this intensive 8-hour class to learn how to
start a Missouri nonprofit corporation and maintain tax exempt status from the IRS. This class will focus
on practical information and resources like forms , web sites, governmental agencies to be aware of, and a
checklist of steps to take. This class also includes a lunchtime presentation by Assistant Attorney General
Bob Carlson with a list of do's and don'ts for nonprofits under Missouri law. Presenter: Dan Sise, JD,
Attorney and Community Engagement Manager, Nonprofit Management & Leadership Program. For class
time, location, registration and more information, go to
http://www.umsl.edu/divisions/graduate/ppa/npml/noncredit.html#starting .

Saturday, August 18, 2012

September 12: Neighborhood Assistance Program Application Workshop

The Missouri Department of Economic Development will offer an application workshop for the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP), designed to assist nonprofit organizations with the NAP application process. Attendees should review the FY2013 Guidelines and Application before attending a workshop. A workshop will be held Sept. 12, from 10 AM - noon, in Jefferson City, and is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Organizations must register to attend an application workshop.
NAP program details: http://xrl.us/bnk4ip
FY2013 Guidelines and Application: www.ded.mo.gov/upload/nap_guidelines_and_app.pdf
Registration form and workshop location: www.ded.mo.gov/upload/NAP_workshopregistration.pdf

Friday, August 10, 2012

Public Safety Director's Spotlight - Spectacular Activities

Published: 08-09-2012
Lots of fun activities slated in St. Louis neighborhoods; take advantage of all our great city has to offer.
Eddie Roth, Director of Public Safety

All Ready STL Community Summit

Make plans now to attend the All Ready STL Community Summit on Thursday, Sept. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Mercy Hospital, 615 South New Ballas Road. Join leaders from across the St. Louis region in exploring solutions to the critical needs for emergency preparedness in our community, with an emphasis on the disability community.  Summit highlights will include:
· Emergency preparedness needs among disability community and others
· Barriers to individual preparedness
· Case studies for successful implementation of emergency preparedness principles
· Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
There is no charge for the meeting, but you must register by Aug. 24. Contact Christine Boyer at (314) 622-3686 or email her at BoyerC@stlouis-mo.gov. Emergencies happen. Prepare today.

Help Grow St. Louis

The nominations are in for the latest round of Monsanto’s Grow St. Louis program and voting will take place from Aug. 13 through Aug. 26. Winning entries will receive $15,000. Visit stlgrown.com today and vote for your favorite programs.

Upcoming Events

Fridays - Cherokee Street International Farmers Market, Cherokee & Texas, 4 p.m.
The Cherokee Street International Farmers Market is an outdoor international farmers market on Cherokee Street that features diverse farmers and food. From Asian greens to jalapeƱos, the market brings together neighborhood, refugee and regional farmers to enable you to enjoy culturally diverse foods and traditions. The market is open on Fridays from 4 – 7 p.m. at the corner of Cherokee and Texas. For more information, visit the web site at cherokeemarket.org.
Aug. 10 - Food Truck Friday, Tower Grove Park5 – 8 p.m.
Sauce Magazine’s Food Truck Friday will take place this Friday in Tower Grove Park from 5 – 8 p.m. Everyone is invited to stop by the southwest side of Tower Grove Park and enjoy everything from pizza to tacos, cupcakes to crepes, sushi to sausages and more.
Aug. 11 – Stand Up Paddle Board Festival, The Boathouse in Forest Park1 p.m.
If you have ever wanted to try the fun sport of paddleboarding, stop by The Boathouse in Forest Park on Saturday between 1 and 4 p.m. for the Stand Up Paddle Board Festival. St. Louis Sail & Paddle will have a variety of boards to try. The free event is open to all ages and skill levels. Need more information? Call (314) 298-0411.
Aug. 11 – Spectacular Saturday, Central West End4 – 8 p.m.
Plan to visit the Central West End on Saturday evening and be prepared to expect the unexpected, as part of the Spectacular Saturday spontaneous entertainment event. The action will take place all along Euclid from Maryland to Washington. For more details, visit the cwescene.com web site.
Aug. 11 – Better Family Life Amnesty Project, St. Louis Community College at Forest Park7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Better Family Life’s Amnesty Project will return Saturday to offer relief to individuals with outstanding misdemeanor warrants. Participants must attend a workshop at St. Louis Community College at Forest Park, located at 5600 Oakland, where they will receive a voucher. The voucher and $100 must be presented to the participating municipality holding the outstanding warrant. There will be a $10 processing fee required at the workshop. For a full municipality listing and more information, go to the betterfamilylife.org web site.
Aug. 11 – Back to School Fair, Joint Neighborhood Ministry, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Joint Neighborhood Ministry will hold a Back to School Fair for residents of zip codes 63118 and 63104 on Saturday, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2911 McNair Avenue in the Benton Park neighborhood. Children will receive free school supplies, free books and toys, gift cards for shoes (limited supply), BBQ lunch and more. Please call (314) 771-3987 for more information.
Aug. 11 – Free Concert, Lafayette Park6 p.m.
The Arts Council of Lafayette Square will present Big Bamou from 6 – 9 p.m. Saturday in Lafayette Park as part of its Summer Concert Series. Pack a snack, bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy this free outdoor concert with your neighbors. The park is located at Lafayette and Missouri Avenues.
Aug. 12 – Quilt Social, St. James the Greater School, Noon
Everyone is invited to come to St. James the Greater School located at Tamm and Wade in the Dogtown neighborhood for a Quilt Social this Sunday. Prizes will include handmade quilts and afghans. Doors will open at Noon and the social will start at 2 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Admission is $12. For more information, call Bill at (314) 575-4381.
Aug. 12 - Free Summer Concert, Carondelet Park
The Carondelet Community Betterment Federation will present Mitzi MacDonald & Keltic Reign from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 12 in Carondelet Park as part of its Summer Concert Series.  The concert will take place at the Music Stand at Loughborough and Field. Pack a picnic basket, bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the sights and sounds of this free outdoor concert in the park.
Aug. 14 – Free Concert, Fanetti Park5:30 p.m.
The Carondelet Community Betterment Federation will present Raw Earth at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 14 in Fanetti Park as part of its Summer Concert Series. Invite your family and friends to join you for the free concert. The park is located at Michigan and Schirmer.
Aug. 17 – ‘80s Pop Culture Trivia Night, St. Louis Humane Society, 7 p.m.
The St. Louis Humane Society will hold a Trivia Night on Friday, Aug. 17 at its Lecture Hall at 1201 Macklind Avenue in the Cheltenham neighborhood. If you enjoy trivia, consider getting together a table of your 21+ friends for the ‘80s Pop Culture Trivia Night. The event will include 10 rounds of ‘80s pop culture trivia questions, beverages, silent auction, big screen, DJ, extra points for ‘80s outfits, dance-offs, a 50/50 raffle and more. Price is $160 for a table of 8 if you pay by Aug. 10; $200 for a table of 8 if pay Aug. 11 – 16. There will be no payments accepted at the door. Questions? Email 80sTriviaNight@gmail.com.
Thursday nights - Thursdays @ The Intersection, Grand Center, 5 p.m.

Enjoy the free outdoor concert series, Thursdays @ The Intersection, at 5 p.m. every Thursday at Strauss Park, located at Grand and Washington in Grand Center, now through Oct. 4. For a complete schedule of performers, visit http://www.grandcenter.org/ .

Save the Date

Aug. 16 – Let’s Move Golf Tournament, Grand Marais Golf Club, 7:30 a.m.
Aug. 16 – Missouri Public Service Commission Hearing, Wohl Community Center, 6 p.m.
Aug. 16 – Yappy Hour Fundraiser, Sonny’s in Soulard, 5 p.m.
Aug. 16 – Sounds at the Station Free Concert Series, Union Station, 5 p.m.
Aug. 17 – Breakfast for Bikers, Downtown Bicycle Station, 7 a.m.
Aug. 17 – Free Movie Night, South Grand Lot, dusk
Aug. 18 – Soulard Market Park Arts & Crafts Fair, 9 a.m.
Aug. 18 – Soulard Summer Concert Series, Soulard Market Park, 6 p.m.
Aug. 18 – City Diner’s 20th Anniversary, 10 a.m.
Aug. 18 – Vintage Baseball, under the Gateway Arch, Noon
Aug. 18 – Family Friendly Community Bike Ride, at the foot of the Arch, 9 a.m.
Aug. 19 – “Lantern Festival” closes, Missouri Botanical Garden
Aug. 21 – Twilight Tuesdays Concert, Missouri History Museum, 6 p.m.
Please note that the Baden Taste Festival originally planned for Aug. 11 has been postponed to Sept. 29. Aug. 11 will be spent honoring the memory of and paying last respects to Alderman Gregory J. Carter.

Promoting Your Neighborhood Activities


Is there a neighborhood event on the schedule that you would like noted in the Spotlight? If so, you may email the information about it to me at rothe@stlouis-mo.gov or to Cathy Smentkowski at smentkowskic@stlouis-mo.gov for consideration. You may also post it on the City’s Calendar of Events on the City’s web site: http://stlouis-mo.gov. The link to submit an event is on the home page. The listing is free. I encourage you to take advantage of this free way to promote your event.

Downtown Restaurant Week

Downtown Restaurant Week will be celebrated from Monday, Aug. 20 to Sunday, Aug. 26. More than 20 locations will be participating in this year’s Downtown Restaurant Week. Enjoy three mouthwatering courses for only $25. Make plans now with your family and friends for a fun evening in Downtown St. Louis during Downtown Restaurant Week. For all the details, visit the web site at downtownstl.org

Eddie Roth
Director of Public Safety
City of St. Louis

Saturday, August 04, 2012

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2011 Brentwood Grad Charged with Armed Criminal Action, 1st Degree Assault

Joe Scott | Jul 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Police say William Hampel drove over one person's foot, while a second had to jump to escape injury.

Police: Maplewood Home Burglarized by St. Louis Man

Joe Scott | Jul 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Items valued at about $3,600 were stolen from a home on Weaver Avenue, Maplewood police said.

MRH Family Dentistry Clean-up To Be Complete This Week

Doug Miner | Jul 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Owner Donna Clifford hired a new contractor after the original one didn't finish the job.

Benefit Concert Will Aid Richmond Heights Students

Nate Birt | Jul 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Concert for a Cause happens Aug. 22 at Ryan Hummert Park.

Missouri Republicans: Mitt Romney Right On Bain & Tax Returns

Gregg Palermo | Jul 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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A Patch panel of party insiders from the local and state level believes the presumptive Presidential nominee will carry Missouri in November.
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Readers Vote 2012: What’s Your Favorite Nonprofit?

Maplewood-Brentwood Patch | Jul 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Tell us your favorite, most notable nonprofit for our 2012 Readers’ Choice awards.

Local Voices

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Where Were YOU in the Rain?

Mark Cockson

This blogger escaped the "urban heat" on a weekend camping trip to the Upper Meramec River near Cuba, MO.
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R&R in Order for Redbirds

Andrew Westerman

Rest can be a good thing when struggling to find victories in close games; the Cardinals have Monday off to prepare to perform in the thin air one mile above sea level.
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Saint Louis Science Center

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Saint Louis Science Center is an education science center that offers programs and exhibits for adults and children. It offers …

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Sports Awards

St. Mary Magdalen 6th grade baseball team wins CYC City/County Championship

Patrick King | Jul 30, 2012

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The St. Mary Magdalen (STMM) 6th grade boys baseball team won the Archdiocese CYC City/County championship game over Christ, Light …

Promotions

cory and dag at the Stone Spiral july 31st

cory and dag | Jul 30, 2012

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Cory (of Cory and Dag) flying solo at the Stone Spiral, 2500 Sutton in Maplewood.  music from 6 to 8pm, part of the "Paychecks and …

Volunteers Needed

Volunteer at the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry

Kelly Mueller | Jul 30, 2012

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Fight hunger.  Volunteer at the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry. We are looking for a few good men to volunteer at the Jewish …

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L'Ecole Culinaire Academy Young Chef Summer Cooking Program

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L’Ɖcole Culinaire Academy is adding an additional week to its L’Ecole Academy Young Chef summer cooking program. The camp is $200 …

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Friday, August 03, 2012

I got a beautiful 2 bedroom apartment for lease in Dogtown

I got a beautiful 2 bedroom apartment for lease in Dogtown if you know anyone. http://stlouis.craigslist.org/apa/3182154494.html

Plans are underway for Grand Oak Hill's 40th anniversary celebration Sunday, October 14, 2012

Plans are underway for Grand Oak Hill's 40th anniversary celebration, and we want you to be part of it! More details will be coming soon, but mark your calendars now.