Guided: Saint Louis

N .1 S p r i n g 2 0 17

Exploring Cherokee Street: Arts, Shopping & Dining

guided:

Saint Louis

For over 15 years, ALIVE has celebrated the neighborhoods, makers, entrepreneurs and a r t i s t s i n S t . L o u i s . To s u p p o r t t h a t m i s s i o n , i t i s i m p o r t a n t t o u s t o k e e p a p u l s e o n w h e r e to find them. Guided will be a local, neighborhood-focused series showcasing shopping, d i n i n g , e d u c a t i o n a n d c u l t u r a l e x p e r i e n c e s i n a n e i g h b o r h o o d o f b e a u t y a n d c h a r a c t e r.

Yo u ’ l l h a v e t h e b e n e f i t o f i n s i d e r k n o w l e d g e i n y o u r s e a r c h f o r c r e a t i v e s w h o a r e m a k i n g t h e c i t y a d e s t i n a t i o n p o i n t f o r i n n o v a t i o n , c r e a t i v e c o u r a g e a n d o r i g i n a l i t y.

ALIVE MEDIA GROUP Publisher E l i z a b e t h Tu c k e r

Executive Editor Rachel Brandt

Editorial Advisor Jennifer Dulin Wiley

Creative Director Karina Tiller

Business Manager Molly Fontana

E d i t o r- i n - C h i e f Attilio D’Agostino

Associate Editor Jorie Jacobi

Copy Editor Mack Korris

Account Executive Devon Crouse

Office Manager Laura Runde

Cover photo: Attilio D’Agostino

Thank you for supporting the businesses that keep ALIVE growing. For advertising rates and information, email advertising@ALIVEmag.com.

Advertising Content in ALIVE labeled “featured partners or vendors” denotes sponsored and paid-for content.

Contact 2200 Gravois Ave., #201 St. Louis, MO 63104-2848 Te l : 3 1 4 . 4 4 6 . 4 0 5 9 Fax: 314.446.4052 Sales: 314.446.4056 ALIVEmag.com

Subscriptions Subscribe to ALIVE Magazine, view our free digital issue and purchase reprints on ALIVEmag.com, or call us at 314.446.4059 to order a subscription.

General Inquiries info@ALIVEmag.com

Contribute ALIVE accepts freelance art, photo and story submissions.

For more information please email contribute@ALIVEmag.com.

@ALIVEmagazine @Alive_Mag @alive_mag A L I V E G u i d e d Vo l u m e 1 , I s s u e 1 i s published by ALIVE Media Group LLC, 2200 Gravois Ave., #201 St. Louis, MO 63104-2848.

Periodicals Postage paid at St. Louis, MO and additional mailing offices.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to ALIVE, 2200 Gravois Ave. #201 St. Louis, MO 631042848.

To p rack fro m l e ft t o ri g ht : C hl oe Marc ie ba g ( I n t e n se g re e n ) $ 849 T ibi Dress $ 3 9 . 9 9 Jo i e ski rt $ 49.99 He l mut Lang t o p $ 4 9.99 Isabe l Maran t pant (ne w) $ 4 9 . 9 9 Al i ce an d O l i v i a dre ss $49.99 / B o t t o m: Rack l o we r she l f Lo u is Vuitton Art sy ba g $ 1899.99 B al e n ci a ga sandal $ 1 8 9 . 9 9 Al e x an de r Wan g sl i de $129.99 / Fl o o r: Mar n i San dal s $ 189.00 Chanel sl i de s $ 1 99. 00

A g a t h e r i n g p l a c e t h a t n u r t u re s w o m e n t h ro u g h fa s h i o n a n d i n s p i re d e v e n t s.

2 3 2 5 S . B R E N T W O O D B LV D

|

314.736.6511

|

T H E VA U LT L U X U R Y R E S A L E . C O M

PA R T N E R C O N T E N T

4 H A N D S B R E W I N G C O. City Wide is a centennial-driven American Pale

back. Every quarter a new nonprofit receives

A l e , w h i c h s e r v e s a s t h e b r e w e r y ’s o p p o r t u n i t y

f u n d s a n d t h i s y e a r ’s f o u r r e c i p i e n t s a r e : B i g

to

Brothers

make

positive

waves

in

the

greater

St.

Sisters,

LaSalle

W ide brew itself is hopped with a flavorful

sale is donated to an area nonprofit, with

combination of Citra, Simcoe, and Centennial

the goal of empowering consumers to take

hops, with notes of citrus, melon and tropical

positive actions, enjoy great beer and give

fruit

|

314.436.1559

|

a

crisp

Institute.

Park,

f r o m e v e r y C i t y W i d e f o u r- p a c k , c a n o r d r a f t

for

International

KDHX,

and

1220 8TH STREET

The

Big

L o u i s c o m m u n i t y. A p o r t i o n o f t h e p r o c e e d s

flavor

4 H A N D S B R E W E R Y. C O M

and

The

juicy

City

finish.

THE OBJECT AS MIRROR / FEBRUARY 10 - MARCH 25

4733 MCPHERSON AVE

|

314.696.8678

|

P R O J E C T S - G A L L E R Y. C O M NO. I

SPRING 2017

5

PA R T N E R C O N T E N T

C O N T E M P O R A RY A RT M U S E U M The Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis (CAM)

monthly neighborhood art crawl, CAM connects

i s o n e o f t h e c i t y ’s w o r l d - c l a s s a r t s i n s t i t u t i o n s ,

with multiple communities. CAM ensures that

presenting the art of our time throughout the

a r t i s a p a r t o f y o u n g p e o p l e ’s l i v e s — f r o m

year and free to all. CAM showcases thought-

i n - d e p t h s t u d i o a r t a n d c a r e e r- b a s e d t r a i n i n g

provoking art and artists from around the world

programs to school "ArtReach" initiatives and

a n d o f f e r s p r o g r a m s f o r d i s c u s s i o n , c o m m e n t a r y,

a mobile art studio. CAM is committed to art

and community engagement. W ith more than one

that makes connections between individuals

h u n d r e d p r o g r a m s p e r y e a r, i n c l u d i n g a r t i s t a n d

and the salient issues of contemporary life.

curator talks, film screenings, workshops and a 3 7 5 0 W A S H I N G T O N B LV D

|

314.535.4660

|

CAMSTL.ORG

V i c toria Beckham dress, NWT, $445 Her m es s c arf, $275 Yves Sa i n t La u ren t s u n g l a s s es , $ 145 C h a n el bel t , $ 295 P r a d a ba g , $ 495 H erve L eg er b la ck /wh it e t op $125 M ac ken zi e M od e p i n k sk i r t , $ 59 A n n Ho w el l l i p s c l u t c h , $ 69 C h a n el s a n d a l s , $ 345 J B rand pink leather ja cket , $195 M an olo Blah n ik red s u ed e h eel s , NWT, $ 345 M i c h a el Ko r s C o l l ec t i o n bl a c k /w h i t e t o p , $ 95

8825 LADUE ROAD

|

314.721.0766

|

BYRDSTYLE.COM NO. I

SPRING 2017

7

2701 CHEROKEE

+

314.773.1533

THE

luminary T h ro u g h e x h i b i t i o n s , d i a l o g u e s , s u b s i d i z e d s t u d i o spaces and live performances, this decade-old arts incubator brings a mix of energy and passion to genres ranging from visual arts to music.

With a dual focus on the beauty and business of the arts, The Luminary strengthens the entire c o m m u n i t y, b o t h s p i r i t u a l l y a n d e c o n o m i c a l l y.

Co-founders and husband-wife team James and Brea McAnally started 2017 by launching a six-month series of interconnected exhibits with “Off Modern: In What T ime Do We Live?” and offering a continuation of the musicianled visual

and

audio-arts

series

“LAB.”

Their nonprofit was also recently awarded a prestigious $25,000 Art Works grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, in support of

its

international

residency

program.

T h e L u m i n a r y ’s h o m e o n C h e r o k e e w a s b u i l t in 1909 as an odeon (a theater for musical performances) before being converted into retail space. The McAnallys completely rehabbed the building and relocated there in 2014, attracted to the neighborhood by its vibrant, diverse residents and entrepreneurs. The community in t u r n h a s e m b r a c e d t h e i r q u e s t t o c r e a t e u n l i k e l y, groundbreaking connections through the arts.

8

ALIVE MAGAZINE

GUIDED

WHILE YOU'RE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

STL STYLE HOUSE T he owners are experts in all things St. Louis, including the accent and screen printing.

3159 CHEROKEE

+

314.898.0001

FUTURE ANCESTOR From fur niture and art to handwoven blankets, simplicity shines through these mostly home goods.

2617 CHEROKEE

+

314.201.2359

ENDLESS PLANETS RECORDS Blink and you’ ll miss this side-street gem, an open, air y ode to deep, g roovy vinyl.

3351 OREGON

+

314.884.8045

• EXPLORING •

Cherokee Street

∙ THE ∙

L U M I N A RY

CHEROKEE ST

STYLE 1. R u t h ’ s Vintage Clothing 2. Re t r o 101 & Cherry Bomb Vintage 3. Ru by Francis 4. But t o nMakers.net 5. Bespo ke 6. Afr ican Bazaar 7. Novedades Johana 8. Gr e ase 3 S TL S t yle House

HOME MESA HOME 9. Buddha Body & B ath 10. Bohème 11. Flowers to t h e Pe o p l e 12. Flowers and W e e d s 13. Heirloom Roo m 14. Hammond’s An ti q u e s & B o o ks 15. Riverside Ar ch i te ctu ral An ti q u e s 16. Purple Cow Future Ance s to r

FOOD V IS TA R AM E N 17. M i d w e s t Pas ta C o mp an y 18. Wh i s k 19. K al b i Taco S h ack 20. B yrd & B arre l 21. B ri d g e B re ad 22. La V al l e s an a 23. Taq u e ri a E l B ro n co 24. Di an a’ s B ake ry 25. M as te r Pi e z a 26. To w e r Taco

MESA HOME

VISTA RAMEN

27. R e d Guitar Bread 28. Don Carlos 29. E l Torito 30. E laine’s 31. L it t le Dipper The Mudhouse Yaquis on Cherokee D RIN K 32. F oam 33. S t . Louis Hop Shop 34. F or t une Teller Bar

35. B Side 36. Earthbound Bee r 37. Propaganda 38. San Loo 39. El Leñador The Whiskey Ri n g ARTS AND C ULTUR E THE LUMINARY 40. South City Art S u p p l y 41. Dead Wax Record s 42. Oh So Vivant Ph o to B o o th s

43. 2720 Cherokee Performing Arts Center 44. C as a Lo ma B al l ro o m 45. K i s me t C re ati ve C e n te r 46. F i re cracke r Pre s s 47. Art M o n s te r 48. B l an k S p ace 49. We s tmi n s te r Pre s s 50. M i d w e s t Gu i tar 51. Le mp B re w e ry E n d l e s s Pl an e t R e co rd s

B o r k ’s f e l l o w c o - o w n e r s J e r e m y a n d C a s e y M i l l e r also own The Mud House, a coffee shop a few b l o c k s e a s t t h a t ’s a s c o m f y a n d c o z y a s V i s t a i s

vista ramen

m o d e r n a n d e d g y. T h e i r s y n e r g i s t i c p a r t n e r s h i p elevates the trio to new culinary heights. Although B o r k ’s m e n u c h a n g e s s e a s o n a l l y, i t ’s a l w a y s w o r t h sampling the surprisingly rich veggie ramen, the

In 2016, this inventive restaurant went from one o f t h e y e a r ’s m o s t a n t i c i p a t e d t o o n e o f t h e m o s t

smoked scallops, the pork ribs with crab caramel and the sticky toffee pudding with miso ice cream.

h i g h l y p r a i s e d . C o n s e q u e n t l y, g e t t i n g a s e a t i s n o t a l w a y s e a s y — e s p e c i a l l y o n w e e k e n d s . B u t i t ’s w o r t h it for the chance to explore chef and co-owner Chris B o r k ’s t a k e o n t h e u b i q u i t o u s A s i a n n o o d l e d i s h . A t a price point that tops out at $13 for the signature dish, Vista Ramen is a great deal for excellent eats.

12

ALIVE MAGAZINE

GUIDED

2609 CHEROKEE

+

314.797.8250

WHILE YOU'RE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

THE MUD HOUSE T his beloved neighborhood caffeinator with an all-day breakfast menu draws a close-knit network of re gulars.

2101 CHEROKEE

+

314.776.6599

THE WHISKEY RING T he bar stocks dozens of whiskeys and bourbons, as the name promises, but also has limited-release beers and craft cocktails.

mugs to baby-sized harem pants.

The inventory is a mix of locally

2651 CHEROKEE

h a n d c r a f t e d i t e m s a n d f a i r- t r a d e o r tribal merchandise from around the

mesa home

wo r ld , in t e r wo ven wit h vinta ge furniture

+

314.669.5817

an d ac c e sso r ie s. Along t he ba ck wa l ls, racks of unique, gently used clothing

T h i s l i t t l e c l o t h i n g a n d d é c o r re t a i l e r

h ig h l ig h t o wn e r Anni Stone’s ded ica t ion

finds the sweet spot between wall-to-

t o r e n e w a l a n d c r e a t i v i t y. T h e s t a f f

wall cuteness and sensory overload.

is quick to strike up a conversation

The shop regularly hosts bustling

or hold a baby while a customer

pop-ups

and

b r o w s e s , m a k i n g S t o n e ' s t w o - y e a r-

designers, with a space small enough

o l d s h o p f e e l a l l t h e m o re h o m e - l i k e .

with

local

jewelers

YAQUIS ON CHEROKEE Wood-fired pizzas are the main draw, but don’t pass up the slinger br unch crêpe.

for attendees to reach out from anywhere on the floor and touch an fabri c s , n e ck la c e s , c a t t o ys an d c e r amic

2728 CHEROKEE

2619 CHEROKEE

a r r a y o f q u i r k y o b j e c t s i n s t o c k , f ro m

+

MESAHOMEDECOR@GMAIL

+

314.400.7712

PA R T N E R C O N T E N T

cam p G U I D E

MICDS

THE COLLEGE SCHOOL

W h i l e M I C D S i s o n e o f S t . L o u i s ’s t o p - t i e r e d u c a t i o n a l institutions, its 100-acre campus transforms into a summer a d v e n t u r e z o n e a t t h e c l o s e o f t h e s c h o o l y e a r, c o m p l e t e w i t h a b r a n d n e w s t a t e - o f - t h e - a r t i n d o o r s w i m m i n g f a c i l i t y.

Four unique camps—Pegasus, Language Immersion Camp, Rams Sports Camp and Eliot Summer Academy—offer campers the unique opportunity to explore an array of exciting activities, sports and hobbies. All camps are supervised by enthusiastic counselors and expert MICDS staff, for the perfect combination of learning and fun.

W i t h t h e y e a r ’s u p c o m i n g c a m p p r o g r a m m i n g , t h e s u m m e r of 2017 has the potential to be an exciting adventure at The College School. Options include themed two-week camps and multi-day expeditions for kids ages 4-15. Students can l e a r n a b o u t c o d i n g , p h o t o g r a p h y, a r c h a e o l o g y, f i l m m a k i n g and much more from experienced instructors. Since 1963, students at The College School have engaged in authentic, experiential learning. Come get a taste of this approach at summer camp, with before and aftercare available.

MICDS.ORG/SUMMERADVENTURE

14

ALIVE MAGAZINE

GUIDED

THECOLLEGESCHOOL.ORG/SUMMERCAMP

PA R T N E R C O N T E N T

cam p G U I D E

CENTER OF CREATIVE ARTS (COCA)

CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI

C O C A i s o n e o f S t . L o u i s ’s p r e m i e r o r g a n i z a t i o n s f o r n e w artists and masters alike, creating an innovative environment for campers to learn, perform and appreciate the arts. This s u m m e r 2 0 1 7 , i t ’s t h e p e r f e c t p l a c e t o h o n e c r e a t i v i t y i n a f u n , exciting learning environment, with camps for kids and teens t o e n g a g e i n n e w c h a l l e n g e s . C a m p s a v a i l a b l e i n c l u d e p o e t r y, dance, drama, sculpture, songwriting, videography and much more, taught by professional artists. Options include week-long full- or half-day sessions, with before and aftercare available.

Located on a beautiful, sprawling campus, Chesterfield Montessori School offers an exciting summer program for children ages 2 1/2 through 12 years old. Activities include swimming, tennis, sports, art activities and more, with half-day and extended-care options available as well as a catered lunch program. The program serves as the perfect c o m p l e m e n t t o t h e y e a r- l o n g a c a d e m i c p r o g r a m d u r i n g t h e summer months, with the goal of productively engaging children and helping them continue to learn outside of the classroom, w h e r e m a n y o f l i f e ’s m o s t v a l u a b l e l e s s o n s a r e l e a r n e d .

COCASTL.ORG

CHESTERFIELDMONTESSORI.ORG/PROGRAMS / S U M M E R - A T- C M S

NO. I

SPRING 2017

15

PA R T N E R C O N T E N T

arts G U I D E

Medardo Rosso, Ecce puer (Behold the Child), 1906. Private Collection.

Photograph by Robert Pettus.

WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME

PULITZER ARTS FOUNDATION

Located in the heart of the Central West End, the World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) celebrates the game of chess through engaging exhibitions and creative programming.

A s a n o t - f o r- p r o f i t c o l l e c t i n g i n s t i t u t i o n , t h e W C H O F h o n o r s t h e a c c o m p l i s h m e n t s o f t h e g a m e ’s f i n e s t p l a y e r s and presents exhibitions that explore the history of the game and its subsequent impact on arts and culture. Along with those of its sister organization, the Chess Club and S c h o l a s t i c C e n t e r o f S a i n t L o u i s , t h e W C H O F ’s a c t i v i t i e s h a v e distinguished St. Louis as an international chess destination.

St. Louis is well known for world-class arts that are free and open to the public. The Pulitzer Arts Foundation is an important contributor to this citywide atmosphere, as a creative engine for innovative arts collaborations and exhibitions. On view through May 13, Medardo Rosso: Experiments in Light and Form is the first comprehensive U S - m u s e u m e x h i b i t i o n o f t h e a r t i s t ’s w o r k i n o v e r 5 0 y e a r s , bringing together sculpture, drawings and photographs.

The works represent Medardo R o s s o ’s (1858-1928) variety of efforts to capture and manipulate light, and the result is a stunning experience not to be missed.

W O R L D C H E S S H O F. O R G

16

ALIVE MAGAZINE

GUIDED

PULITZERARTS.ORG

PA R T N E R C O N T E N T

arts G U I D E

THE SHELDON

SAINT LOUIS BALLET

The Sheldon Concert Hall has earned its rightful spot as one o f S t . L o u i s ’s m o s t i n n o v a t i v e a r t s i n s t i t u t i o n s . I n a d d i t i o n to galleries dedicated to music, architecture and innovative visual artists, the Concert Hall regularly hosts world-class artists for performances. Upcoming performers include bluegrass phenom Sierra Hull, Caribbean jazz trumpeter Etienne Charles and Celtic favorite Gaelic Storm (pictured), a l l i n M a r c h 2 0 1 7 . T h e S h e l d o n ’s a n n u a l g a l a w i l l t a k e p l a c e on May 12, featuring jazz and R&B legend George Benson.

S a i n t L o u i s B a l l e t , o n e o f t h e c i t y ’s p r e m i e r b a l l e t companies, presents one of the most beloved ballets of all t i m e : T h e S l e e p i n g B e a u t y. P e r f e c t f o r c h i l d r e n a n d a d u l t s alike, the show has it all: glorious costumes, spectacular pageantry and the world's most famous kiss. Prepare for beautiful dancing, a classic score and a large cast of fanciful characters, with four upcoming performances April 7-9 a t t h e s t u n n i n g To u h i l l P e r f o r m i n g A r t s C e n t e r. T i c k e t s may be purchased online or by phone at (314)-516-4949.

THESHELDON.ORG

TOUHILL.ORG

NO. I

SPRING 2017

17

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch • 314.259.3200 • 315 Chestnut St. Clayton • 314.783.9900 • Brentwood & Forsyth Reservations Recommended - Visit us online at: RuthsChrisStLouis.com

©2017 RCSH. All Rights Reserved.

THE STEAK DINNER, DONE RIGHT.

6 3 0 0 C L AY T O N R O A D

|

314.647.7300

|

CHESHIRESTL.COM

Edgar Degas, French, 1834-1917; The Millinery Shop, 1879-1886; oil on canvas; 39 3/8 x 49 9/16 inches; The Art Institute of Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Larned Coburn Memorial Collection

February 12 –May 7

For ticket information, visit slam.org/degas.

Members always free. Everyone free on Friday.

#SLAMdegas Degas, Impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade is organized by the Saint Louis Art Museum and the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.

The exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities. The project is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts. The St. Louis presentation is generously supported by the William T. Kemper Foundation— Commerce Bank, Trustee. Financial assistance has been provided by the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency.