26 Things to Do to Celebrate 314 Day in St. Louis

Next Thursday, March 14, the spotlight will be shining on the St. Louis area again. That's right, it's 314 Day! To celebrate,…

By Paula Tredway

314 Day Illumination of the McDonnell Planetarium
The James S. McDonnell Planetarium (5100 Clayton Avenue) will be illuminated with a new colorful, limited-edition 314 Day 2024 design, created by local artist Marley Billie D (Instagram: @marleybillied) on March 13 and 14 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. each evening. The light display will be visible from east- and west-bound Highway 40/64 or by visiting Forest Park and heading up Faulkner Drive and around the Planetarium grounds. (Note: the photo above is from last year’s projection of local artist Dan Zettwoch’s 2023 design — this art will be brand-new).
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Places Every St. Louisan Should Take Out-of-Towners

So you have guests coming to stay, and they want to see St. Louis ... What do you do? Plenty, that's what.…

By Riverfront Times Staff

City Museum
    (750 N 16th Street, 314-231-2489)
    There's truly nothing like the City Museum. Yeah, it's the go-to spot for out-of-towners, but it earned that designation for a reason, so be a cool host and don't let your company miss out on the experience.
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Heated St. Louis Area Patios That Will Keep You Warm When It's Cold [PHOTOS]

The fall and winter — not to mention early spring in St. Louis — can be a real bummer when you want…

By Riverfront Times Staff

The Royale
    (3132 S Kingshighway Boulevard, 314-772-3600)
    The Royale's fire pits will keep you warm for the rest of fall.
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Hills People From the St. Louis Area Will Die On [PHOTOS]

There are a few things we, as humans, cannot accept: Pineapple does not go on pizza, you pour milk after the cereal,…

By Riverfront Times Staff

 It’s Bread Co., not Panera.
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Chicken Scratch Crafts Food So Good That It Will Make You Lose Your Mind [PHOTOS]

Chicken Scratch holds in its space at the City Foundry Hall some glorious birds to bite into. Succulent rotisserie chickens, a crispy…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Crispy chicken sandwich with chicken breast, dill pickles and lettuce
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Some of the Worst Moments in Rams Football History

The history St. Louis has with the Rams runs deep. We've loved and we've lost, been bamboozled by Stan Kroenke and had…

By Riverfront Times Staff

The Los Angeles Rams are 9-7 in 1979 and make it to Superbowl XIV in 1980. They’re leading the game until they’re shut out in the fourth quarter. The Rams are defeated 31-19.
    Photo credit: Flickr / Mark Fletcher
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If Every St. Louis Suburb Was a Person at a Party, Here’s What They Would Be Doing

Reddit users have been been having fun on their individual state threads, posing a creative question: If every city in a certain…

By Riverfront Times Staff

St. Louis throws the party.
    She thinks it’s going to be a chill night since she only invited a few people. 
    Photo credit: Doyle Murphy
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The Phases of a St. Louis Snowstorm

Each winter, Missourians prep for the biggest unknown: Snowstorms. Will we get an inch? Will we get a foot? It depends on…

By Riverfront Times Staff

 1. Word gets out that snow is possible later in the week.
    Much like grief, the first stage is denial. You go on about your business, noting that it currently feels like spring outside.
    Photo credit: Flickr / Clint Rutkas
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The Best Places to Cry in the St. Louis Area [PHOTOS]

We're not pretending that the current state of the world doesn't make us all want to cry a little. In fact, crying…

By Riverfront Times Staff

On the Loop Trolley
    Because if you're riding it, it means St. Louis has embraced insanity and all our cars are being towed.
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Movies, Books and Music Featuring St. Louis to Check Out [PHOTOS]

Throw away your party hats and put on your slippers, because between COVID spikes and the bitter cold, staying inside is the…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Watch: TINA
    A documentary on St. Louisan Tina Turner explores her life and career as a music industry icon. At nearly two hours long, the movie has interviews with Turner and other celebrities, never-before-seen footage, personal photos and audio tapes.
    Watch it on HBO Max
    Find out more here.
    Photo credit: HBO / Official Release Poster
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The St. Louis Mullet: Brick Castle in the Front, Farmhouse in the Back [PHOTOS]

Built in 1900, this four-bedroom, five-bath West End house has a little bit of everything. Looking for a bit of a farmhouse?…

By Riverfront Times Staff

The St. Louis Mullet: Brick Castle in the Front, Farmhouse in the Back [PHOTOS]
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The Unwritten Rules of St. Louis [PHOTOS]

Fourscore and seven years ago — definitely longer, but just go with it — people gathered and dubbed themselves "St. Louisans." They…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Always take visitors to the City Museum.
    Photo credit:  Flickr / Jon DeJong
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Where to Get The Best BBQ In The St. Louis Area, According to Yelp [PHOTOS]

Listen, St. Louis knows its way around a grill, and it also knows how to produce the best BBQ known to man.…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Navin’s BBQ
    (3559 Arsenal Street, 314-449-1185)
    “Everything we had was great! The pork belly burnt ends were a standout that we didn't plan to get. It is fun that they let you order meat by the 1/4 pound so that you can try it all.” - Tanner B.
    Photo credit: Phuong Bui
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Ballpark Village Rings in 2022 with 'NYE Live!' Event

As omicron surged across Missouri, thousands in St. Louis made it a quiet New Year's Eve at home. But not everyone stayed…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Ballpark Village Rings in 2022 with 'NYE Live!' Event
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Sip Some Holiday Spirit With These Drinks From St. Louis Area Coffee Spots [PHOTOS]

Besides spending time with loved ones and exchanging gifts, one perk of  the holiday season is sipping on all of the holiday…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Kitchen House Coffee
    (3149 Shenandoah Avenue)
    If you're looking to warm up on a cold winter day, Kitchen House Coffee offers many hot coffees to help you out, including a classic Gingerbread Latte or a new Maple Cardamom Latte. The latter, pictured left, combines organic maple syrup with warm notes of cardamom.
    Photo credit: Instagram / Kitchen House Coffee
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St. Louis Chefs to Obsess Over [PHOTOS]

St. Louis has become a food city, with some of the best chefs and cooks in the country.  We know the way…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Navin’s BBQ owner and pit master Chris Armstrong may be a newcomer to the St. Louis barbecue scene, but his 'cue has quickly become a favorite within the community. With a brand named as a nod to one of Armstrong’s favorite films, The Jerk, and featuring sandwiches like "The Lou," which includes Red Hot Riplet crumbs, Provel cheese and a toasted ravioli garnish, Armstrong’s sense of creativity and humor is on full display at Navin’s. 
    
    Photo credit: Mabel Suen
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Missouriland: Southside Celebrity Recounts Riverport Riot and His Life Since Then [NSFW PHOTOS]

From the Riverport Riot to owning a fleet of limos to being a dad, Stump Stephenson has lived a life — or…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Missouriland: Southside Celebrity Recounts Riverport Riot and His Life Since Then [NSFW PHOTOS]
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St. Louis Swifties Shake It Off at 'TaylorFest' [PHOTOS]

St. Louis Swifties celebrated their favorite pop star, Taylor Swift, at Red Flag (3040 Locust Street) December 10 at TaylorFest, a touring…

By Riverfront Times Staff

St. Louis Swifties Shake It Off at 'TaylorFest' [PHOTOS]
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St. Louis Art Gallery The Luminary Hosts a '70s-Themed Holiday Party [PHOTOS]

The Luminary Arts Gallery (2701 Cherokee Street) hosted Tinsel: A 70's-Inspired Holiday Party to kick off their weekend-long market on December 10.…

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St. Louis Art Gallery The Luminary Hosts a '70s-Themed Holiday Party [PHOTOS]
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Things to Do in the St. Louis Area This Holiday Season [PHOTOS]

Grab your hot cocoa and your ugliest sweater: St. Louis' holiday season is in full swing, leaving plenty of pop-up shops, bars…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Ameren's Festival of Lights in Kiener Plaza
    (500 Chestnut Street, 314- 289-5300)
    Visit Kiener Plaza's Winterfest and see Downtown St. Louis’ lights and maybe even go ice skating.
    Find out more here.
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Where to Buy 30 Gifts Under $30 in the St. Louis Area [PHOTOS]

If you're still looking for gifts or maybe just some inspiration, St. Louis has plenty of local businesses that can help you…

By Riverfront Times Staff

St. Louis Themed Handmade Candles from 320 Sycamore Candle Co.: $6 to $20
    
    (320 Sycamore Candle Co. on Etsy)
    Your space can smell like your favorite city with these candles. 320 Sycamore Candle Co. has a wide variety of sizes and other scents, as well.
    
    Photo credit: 320 Sycamore Candle Co.
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The Best Places in the St. Louis Area to Get Italian Food, According to Yelp [PHOTOS]

St. Louis has one of the most kick-ass dining scenes around, and one of the best parts of it is our Italian…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Liliana’s Italian Kitchen
    (11836 Tesson Ferry Road, 314-729-1800)
    “We LOVE Liliana's! Came here on a whim one night because we wanted pizza but not Imo's (no shade)! We were NOT disappointed. First of all, love that they have a drive-up window. The only thing better than delicious pizza is delicious pizza you don't need to put a bra on to get. They also don't fry the fried stuff until you get there so it's super fresh and crispy -- the calamari is some of the best I've ever had (I know, in Missouri. I don't get it either but it's true). We also loved their fried artichokes! Both some with a mildly spicy aioli which is fab.” - Samantha K. Read RFT’s food editor Cheryl Baehr’s thoughts here.
    Photo credit: Mabel Suen
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TEDxSt.Louis Asks 'What's Next' For Community [PHOTOS]

America’s Center Ferrara Theatre (701 Convention Plaza) hosted a TEDxSt.Louis conference on December 3. TEDxSt.Louis' mission is "to create an inclusive and…

By Riverfront Times Staff

TEDxSt.Louis Asks 'What's Next' For Community [PHOTOS]
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Print Bazaar on Cherokee Street Showcases St. Louis Talent [PHOTOS]

The Print Bazaar on Cherokee Street opened for its fourteenth year over the weekend. Plenty of great prints, good eats and live…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Print Bazaar on Cherokee Street Showcases St. Louis Talent [PHOTOS]
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Shop Local With These Small Businesses in the St. Louis Area [PHOTOS]

Whether you're looking for the perfect present to give or just looking to buy yourself something nice, St. Louis' local businesses are…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop
    (803 Marshall Avenue, 314-764-2140, maypopshop.com)
    The plant lover in your life — or maybe a coffee lover, you can get the best of both worlds here — will appreciate the finds at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop. 
    Find out more here.
    Photo credit: Tom Hellauer
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Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl Celebrates St. Louis' Music and Dance Scene [PHOTOS]

A musical festival took place over the weekend on Cherokee Street. Dubbed the "Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl," the neighborhood was alive with…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl Celebrates St. Louis' Music and Dance Scene [PHOTOS]
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The Best Places in St. Louis to Get Pizza, According to Yelp [PHOTOS]

Pizza night at your house is probably always a debate. Where do you order from when St. Louis has so many great…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Pizzeria da Gloria
    (2024 Marconi Avenue, 314-833-3734)
    It’s a pizza that  RFT food editor Cheryl Baehr calls a ”truly outstanding specimen the Neapolitan form” — and Yelp agrees. The pizza place scored four-and-a-half stars out of 54 reviews. 
    Photo credit: Mabel Suen
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Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in St. Louis [PHOTOS]

November 1 marks World Vegan Day and St. Louis has plenty of amazing vegan options around the city. From new finds like…

By Riverfront Times Staff

CC's Vegan Spot
    (4993 Loughborough Avenue; 314-899-9400)
    Photo credit: Phuong Bui
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St. Louis Area Halloween Events and Parties to Check Out This Weekend

With everyone at different comfort levels in the pandemic, Halloween plans are tough this year. If you want to stay in and…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Train or Treat at Union Station
     1820 Market Street 
    Union Station closes out their Train or Treat events this weekend.
    Find out more here.
    Photo credit: St. Louis Union Station
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Taco Circus Hosts Halloween Party, Featuring Pumpkin Carvings and Costumes [PHOTOS]

Taco Circus (4940 Southwest Avenue) kept it weird at their Costume Kick-Off party this weekend. The free event was on October 24.…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Marcus and Caitlan carving pumpkins.
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The 22 Best Steakhouses in St. Louis, According to Yelp [PHOTOS]

Whether it's a special occasion or just a hankering, the St. Louis area has you covered if you're looking for a mouthwatering…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Hamilton’s Urban Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar
    (2101 Chouteau Avenue; 314-241-2333)
    “One of the most delicious steaks I have ever had.  It was perfectly cooked, savory and juicy.” - Misty S.  Hamilton’s is closed on Sundays and Mondays, but open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 4 to 10 p.m. 
    Photo credit: Mabel Suen
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Urban Chestnut Brewing Company Celebrates Oktoberfest with Bier, Brats and Polka [PHOTOS]

Urban Chestnut Brewing Company (4465 Manchester Avenue) warmed up St. Louis this weekend with their free Oktoberfest celebration featuring German food, bier and…

By Riverfront Times Staff

Urban Chestnut Brewing hosted an Oktoberfest on a cool autumn night in the Grove. Pictured here are Tim, Robyn, Megan, Dan.
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