Vlasis Park
This park is ideal for summer fun! Both for children and adults. If your low on funds and still want to take your family out for fun in the sun this is the place to go. And the best thing is it's free. This park features the normal park amenities, but it also has water jets shooting from the ground. You can dress the kids in swimwear so they can crawl, hide, swing and jump around several playground structures set on a rubberized floor.Where to go and whom to call: Vlasis Park is north of Manchester Road between Seven Trails Drive, Ball Park Drive and Holloway Drive.Map For information about renting a pavilion for a private party, call the Ballwin Pointe at 636-227-8950
Grant's Farm
This is a oldie but goodie. I remember when I was taken here as a kid and it's still a good choice for my kids today.Where to go and whom to call:Grant's Farm is at 10501 Gravois Road between Grant Road and Musick Road.Admission of course is free but parking is not $8 for cars and $20 for buses and recreational vehicles.More info(314) 843-1700 or Grants Farm. The website is a great resource. It not only lists hours and special events, bit has facts on each of the unique animals and offers a panoramic view of the grounds.
The Muny/Free seats at the Muny
The Muny is an outdoor theater in Forest Park. Roughly 1,500 free seats are available for every Muny show. If you don't want to risk not getting a seat, single tickets cost $9- $62, depending on location. Season tickets are $49-$441.Lines for the free seats could form as early as 5 p.m. But for many, it's more like 6:30 p.m. Gates open at 7 o'clock, and shows start at 8:15 p.m. The entrance is accessible from the parking lot at the rear of the theater. Bring your own food and drinks in a soft-sided cooler (glass and aluminum are not allowed), or concessions are for sale.2007 Muny season:June 18: "Oklahoma"June 25: "Grease,"July 9: "Hello, Dolly"July 16: "Peter Pan"July 23: "The Pajama Game"July 30: "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" Aug. 6: :Les Miserables"
Twilight Tuesdays
Forest Park has the popular outdoor concert series at the Missouri History Museum, where you can get your groove on. People says the concerts draw between 800 and 1200 people each. It's recommended arriving early. "People start getting here as early as 5:30 to get parking and a great seat," she said. "Also, it's a great family friendly event. There are lots of kids wandering around. It's a nice laid-back event, although some people can get elaborate. A lot of people bring candelabras." Performers include: June 12 — Arvell & Company cover tunes from the legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire. .June 19 — The Fabulous Motown Revue recreates the Motown soul experience.
When, where & what's to eat-The musical guests will perform from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. just north of the Missouri History Museum at Lindell and DeBaliviere in Forest Park. If you're looking for something ready-made and slightly gourmet, Patty Long Catering will be on hand dishing up delectable fare and drinks.
Summer Nite Concerts -- St. Charles
Hot Summer Nights on North Main Street in St. Charles returns with six monthly events. Live bands will perform on one Saturday each month, beginning this weekend and ending Oct. 13.Restaurants will place tables outside on the sidewalks and street so diners can enjoy eating outdoors and listening to the live music. The 100 to 300 blocks on North Main will close to motor traffic to accommodate seating in the street. If you want to look like somewhat of a romantic, this is a good date idea! The events run from 5 to 11 p.m.; music begins at 7 p.m. and of course, admission is free.Schedule-Saturday — Salsa Night with El Caribe Tropical, June 23 — Blues Night with the Rockin' Jake Band, July 28 — Country Night with the Linemen, Aug. 25 — New Orleans Jazz, featuring Cornet Chop Suey, Sept. 22 — California Wine Night with the Pulsators, Oct. 13 — Fiesta Night with Javier Mendosa, Highlights — Dining under the stars, themed music, browse the galleries and specialty shops. Information — 636-946-7776 or visit historic st. charles.
Parties in the Park
The location is Shaw Park, near the intersection of Brentwood Boulevard and Forsyth Avenue. The dates left are June 13, July 11, Aug. 8 and Sept. 12. Parties start at 5 p.m. and end at 8 p.m. If your single,like me, and looking for a young professional, like me, you'll like this. Live music is featured at each party, and area restaurants sell appetizers at a food booth. Drinks, both alcoholic (beer, wine and mixed drinks) and non-, are for sale. All sales are on a cash basis. The dress code is business attire, but a fair number of people show up in jeans and shorts.
Hispanic Festival
The Greater St. Louis Hispanic Festival is an invariably festive experience. Among its attractions are live entertainment, arts and crafts, a children's pavilion, informational booths — and fabulous food, including authentic tamales, tacos and empanadas. At press time, information about this year's schedule of musical acts was not available. Starts August 10-12; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, At: Soldier's Memorial Park in downtown St. Louis. Admission-Free. More info — 314-837-6100 or hispanicfestival.
Now, I know I probably forgot something, but damn it I'm tired.
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