030917 Edge of the Weekend

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Vol. 14 No. 28

St. Patrick's Day in St. Louis page 5

John Legend at The Fox page 8

"Motown the Musical" page 13

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What’s Happening

Soldiers Memorial Improvements are in the works.

4 Antiques Roadshow PBS favorite coming to St. Louis.

5 St. Patrick's Day

Race, parade planned in St. Louis.

11 "Get Out"

Film takes racism head on.

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Fox prepares for "Motown the Musical."

14 40-year anniversary Laumeier Sculpture Park plans events.

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Show scheduled at Queeny Park.

Friday March 10_________ • 9th Annual Robert Classic French Film Festival, Webster University • Briefs: A Festival of Short LGBTQ Plays, Zack Performing Arts Center, St. Louis • Stout and Oyster Festival 2017, Schlafly Tap Room, St. Louis • Hot Country Nights- David Nail, Ball Park Village, St. Louis, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• Owls Prowls, World Bird Sanctuary, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• El Ten Eleven, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Nick Hakim, w/Solo Woods, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Road to Pointfest 2017 S: 3, Rd:2, Pop's, Sauget, Doors 6:30 p.m.

• Integrow, The Roads Below, Matt Jordn • Memphis May Fire, blessthefall, Happy won us the game.

• Weather Forever: The Music of Weather Report & Return to Forever, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

• Quaere Verum Dischordia, Article III, Outcome of Betrayal, Article III, Fubar, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Round About Theater Company, The Fabuours Gox Theater, 7:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m.

• Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield,

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 • Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 • Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 • Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 • Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 • The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Saturday March 11_________ • 9th Annual Robert Classic French Film Festival, Webster University • Briefs: A Festival of Short LGBTQ Plays, Zack Performing Arts Center, St. Louis • Stout and Oyster Festival 2017, Schlafly Tap Room, St. Louis • Owls Prowls, World Bird Sanctuary, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• St. Patrick's Day Parade and Run • Live Music at Lumiere: Dirty Mugs, Lumiere Live, St. Louis,

7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

• Jagged Edge, w/(TBA), The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Slothrust, w/And The Kid, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Ebb & Flow, A Tribute to 311 • Saturday Nght Showcase, Cicero's, University City, • The Big Break Battle Of The Bands Finale, Fubar, St. Louis, Doors 6:00 p.m.

• Round About Theater C o m p a n y, T h e F a b u o u r s G o x Theater, 7:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m.

• Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 • Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 • Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 • Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 • Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 • The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

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Pictured above and below are concept drawings of the makeover planned for Soldiers Memorial Military Museum.

Upgrades planned for Soldiers Memorial For The Edge The Missouri Historical Society unveiled its latest plans for renovations and exhibit design for Soldiers Memorial Military Museum, a downtown St. Louis landmark that opened in 1938.

The organization shared the plans during the first in a series of Community Forums being held to engage the public in a dialogue about the project.

“We are so honored to revitalize Soldiers Memorial for the St. Louis community and the veteran community,” said Dr. Frances Levine, president of the Missouri Historical Society. “And we want the community to truly feel a part of the process.”

The $30 million renovation of Soldiers Memorial is on schedule to be completed in November 2018, in time for Veterans Day. The St. Louis Soldier ’s Story For the first time since the Missouri Historical Society took the helm of Soldiers Memorial in November 2015, they shared their plans for exhibitions. Soldiers Memorial Military Museum will set itself apart from other war memorials across the country because St. Louis is central to the story.

Soldiers Memorial will tell the stories of service men and women from St. Louis and their families, as well as St. Louis’ contributions to the war effort.

The core galleries on the main floor of Soldiers Memorial will feature a long-term exhibition in four sections: Pre WWI, WWI, WII, and Post WWII. Between 250 and 300 artifacts w i l l b e o n d i s p l a y, r a n g i n g from the earliest artifacts in the collection from the War of 1812 all the way up to the War on Terror.

Although these galleries will take a chronological interpretive approach, beginning with the American Revolution, the exhibition will not be telling the story of every single American war and conflict. It will tell the story of major US conflicts through the lens of St. Louis.

The lower level of Soldiers

M e m o r i a l i s b e i n g re n o v a t e d for use as an exhibition g a l l e r y, m o r e t h a n d o u b l i n g the amount of exhibit space at Soldiers Memorial. This will be home to the Museum’s rotating exhibitions. The first temporary exhibit planned will commemorate St. Louis’ involvement in World War I, titled World War I: St. Louis and the Great War. It will be in place for three to five years.

“The Soldiers Memorial exhibits will bring to life the stories of military members and their

families in a uniquely personal way,” said Patrick Allie, military and arms curator for the Missouri H i s t o r i c a l S o c i e t y. “ N e a r l y all aspects of the exhibits are representative of real individuals’ stories and service.”

Renovation of a City Landmark Under the direction of Mackey Mitchell Architects, every effort is being made to maintain the architectural and historic integrity of this beautiful art deco building. The unique metal work on the Museum’s windows and doorways is being cleaned

and preserved. The decorative plasterwork on the ceilings is being restored. Where possible, the original art deco light fixtures are being cleaned and rewired to return to use.

The stunning mahoganylined elevator, with its art deco metal doors, is being brought up to code. The several hundred missing tiles from the gorgeous Gold Star Mothers mosaic on the ceiling of the loggia are being thoughtfully matched and replaced.

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face-lift. The exterior of the building is being cleaned. The beautiful Walker Hancock sculptures have already been carefully cleaned o remove years of coal dust and embedded dirt from the surface.

The lower level of the museum, which had previously not be open for public use, is being gutted and renovated to more than double the amount of exhibition space and add additional restroom facilities.

The renovations include the addition of a museum-­ q uality HVAC system, a first for the building, as well as new electrical wiring and a fire sprinkler system.

I n t e r i o r s t o r m w i n d o w s a re being added to aid in the climate control needed for the safety of the artifacts while allowing the original windows to remain in place. The building is also being brought up to ADA compliance.

The organization is adding a second elevator to the east wing, bringing the elevator in the west wing up to code, adding a wheelchair lift to the upper floor, and more. A second exterior wheelchair ramp is being added to allow access to the building from Chestnut Street.

A New Life for The Court of Honor The Court of Honor was created as the City’s World War II memorial in 1948 and resides across Chestnut from Soldiers Memorial.

It will be revitalized with the addition of fountains to represent the five branches of the military. A reflecting pool is also being added.

Monuments to those who lost their lives in Korea and Vietnam t will be moved to their own spaces along the walkway between the Museum and the Court of Honor.

New memorials to St. Louisans who lost their lives in more recent conflicts will be also be added to that space. Chestnut Street will be narrowed to a single vehicular lane and a protected bike lane on this block to better integrate Soldiers Memorial with the Court of Honor.

There will be a grassy area that can be used for quiet reflection of visitors or a programming space for the Museum. It will be outfitted with lighting and a sound system.

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People For The Edge Fans of Antiques Roadshow, one of the most popular shows airing on the Nine Network, can apply now through April 10 to have their items appraised at an all-day event on Saturday, July 8. Three one-hour episodes will be produced from the St. Louis appraisal event and will be aired in 2018. Antiques Roadshow, t h e 1 4 - t i m e E m m y Aw a r d nominated show, airs Mondays on Nine Network at 7 p.m. Central.

Admission to Antiques Roadshow is free, but tickets are required and must be obtained in advance. Fans can apply now for a chance to receive one pair of free tickets per household. To find out more information and to find a link to apply for tickets, visit http:// www.pbs.org/antiques/tickets/.

Following the deadline, ticket winners will be selected at random by a third party and contacted via an email containing their tickets.

“The Nine Network couldn’t be happier to welcome back Antiques Roadshow for the first time in over 15 years,” said Nine Network President and CEO Jack Galmiche.

“It’s consistently one of our mostwatched shows and gives us a chance to host an event we know our viewers are extremely excited about.”

Antiques Roadshow is also accepting furniture submissions for the 2017 tour. The series is looking for a few pieces of furniture to appraise and display on the set.

Selected pieces will be transported to the event and back at no cost to the owner. For more details visit: h t t p : / / w w w. p b s . o r g / w g b h / roadshow/furniture/.

The Nine Network’s own Antiques Roadshow-style event, Trash or Treasure, a partnership with the Kodner Gallery, regularly draws large crowds for appraisals in more than 20 categories. The annual event gives fans another chance to determine the worth of their most prized possessions.

The Nine Network of Public Media is a multifaceted organization creating a network of individuals and organizations empowered by public media to strengthen civic life. One of the nation’s most watched public television stations, Nine offers the people of the St. Louis region multiple ways to explore the world and become engaged in civic life.

Nine’s platforms include four distinct broadcast channels (Nine PBS, Nine World, Nine Create and Nine PBS Kids), the Nine Center for Public Engagement, the Public Media Commons, social media, and multiple websites accessible at nineNet.org. The Nine Network’s rich legacy of serving the community was launched in 1954 and continues through our vision of a strong and healthy community working together through public media and our mission of igniting the spirit of possibility.

Antiques Roadshow host Mark Walberg, above, on location. At left, a guest learns the price of her painting. For The Edge.

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St. Patrick's Day Parade takes shape For The Edge The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in St. Louis will take place on Saturday, March 11, 2017 and will be dedicated to the city of St. Louis’ First Responders. Leading the 48th annual parade will be parade founder and St. Louis Irish Consul Joseph McGlynn, Jr.; Parade Committee Chairperson Joe Milligan; Mary Mitchell O’Connor, Ireland’s Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation; our Honorary Parade Marshal John Saunders, president and chief executive officer of FleishmanHillard; Mayor Francis Slay; Parade Director Karen Lee; and other dignitaries.

The First Responders special unit in the parade will be led by Police Chief Sam Dotson and Fire Chief Dennis Jenkerson as well as representatives of first responders who have been injured in the line of duty along with active police and firefighters.

The parade steps off at noon from 20th and Market Streets and proceeds east on Market to Broadway and then south on Broadway where it will disband at Clark Street. Market Street will be closed at 7:30 a.m. from Compton to Broadway. Parade units will stage starting at 7:30 a.m. from Compton to 18th Street.

Participants and spectators are encouraged to use the official hashtag of the event - #stlucky - to share why they feel lucky this St. Patrick’s Day. The parade, also known as St. Louis’ "Rite of Spring," will feature over 130 units, including floats, bands, marching units, large heliumfilled balloons, and over 5,000 marchers.

A Marine color guard from the 3rd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment based in St. Louis will lead the parade. In the past with good weather, more than 350,000 spectators have gathered along Market Street to watch the elaborate floats, marching bands,

marching units, dance groups, animal units, novelty units, and motorized units.

The children's favorites – giant cartoon character helium-filled balloons – will be featured in the parade. Each balloon will have its own team of handlers, usually employees of the corporate sponsor of the balloon in question.

McGlynn noted the support the run has received over the years from AnheuserBusch, “From the very first run 39 years ago, Anheuser-Busch was there supporting our efforts.” The 39th Annual Michelob ULTRA St. Patrick’s Day Parade Run will precede the parade at 9:00 a.m. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade Run is St. Louis’ largest locally organized run. It covers a five mile course which will begin on Broadway just south of the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark hotel in front of the Ballpark Village (Broadway between Walnut and Clark Streets) and

concludes at 8th and Market Streets. Runners will then be directed to the Michelob ULTRA Runners Village at The Ballpark Village at 7th and Walnut Streets. Ballpark Village will also be the site of this year’s Irish Village featuring a live band, food and beverage, which will be open prior to, during and after the parade.

Over 8,000 runners, walkers and wheelchair racers of all ages participated in the 2016 St. Patrick’s Day Run. There are 13 different age categories for both male and female competitive runners, ranging in age from under 14 to 70-plus years. Prizes will be awarded in age categories St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Run add two for both men and women, including “14 and under” and “70 and over.”

This year ’s run will bring back the popular “Best Costume” award competition.

Individuals and teams can show off their best Irish-themed outfits. In the past there have been Irish potatoes as well as St. Patrick driving out the snakes. The runners’ creativity is their only limit.

Runners may register online at: www. stpatsrun.com. The cost is $32.00 with the entry fee going up in March. Past top finishers will be issued special bib numbers so they will be allowed into the corral at the front of the pack.

The Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark is the official hotel of the St. Patrick’s Day Run and Parade. For information on special St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Run room packages, visit the hotel’s “Hotel Specials” page of its website WWW.HILTONSTLOUIS.COM or call 314-421-1776.

The Shamrock Village opens at 9:00 a.m. on Parade Day at the Aloe Plaza across from Union Station on Market Street and closes at 4 p.m. The Village will feature a Main Stage and food and beverage booths. Starting at 9:00 a.m. some of the unique inflatable balloons that will be in the parade will begin inflating at Aloe Plaza as part of the pre-parade activities.

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade and the Michelob Ultra St. Patrick’s Day Parade Run celebration kicks off Friday night, March 11 at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark, 1 South Broadway, with cocktails and dinner. For cost and further information, call 314-241-PATS or visit our website at www.irishparade.org.

Pictured are scenes from previous St Patrick's Day parades and runs in St. Louis. Photos for The Edge.

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People People planner Build Benld Craft Fair and Flea Market set

The 7th Annual Build Benld Craft Fair and Flea Market will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the Benld Civic Center.

Rental space is $25 per 8 ft table.

Vendor registrations are now open and are accepted on a first comefirst served basis. Space is limited so reserve yours early. Deadline for registration is Friday, May 5th.

Registration form is available on Build Benld facebook page, and if you have questions or want to request a registration form be mailed to you, call Norman (Market Coordinator) at 217-835-2130.

Apollo 11 exhibit coming to St. Louis The Saint Louis Science Center is prou d t o a n n o u n ce t h a t i t is one of four science museums nationwide to host “Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission,” a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. The exhibition will feature the Apollo 11 command module Columbia, marking the first time in 46 years the module has left the museum, as well as 20 artifacts from the historic mission. After the exhibition tour, the artifacts will return to the Smithsonian for a new exhibition, also titled “Destination Moon,” which will open in 2020.

“Destination Moon” will be at the Saint Louis Science Center from April 14 to Sept. 3, 2018.

The 49th anniversary of the moon landing is July 20, 2018.

“St. Louis played a vital role in the Space Race, with McDonnellDouglas serving as a key leader in the development of the Mercury and Apollo mission technology,” said Bert Vescolani, president and CEO. “We are honored to have the opportunity to host this exhibition, which represents an iconic period in our country’s history. We are the only museum in the Midwest to host this exhibition, which is so special for the city of St. Louis.

We feel very honored because we know that for many people this will be a once- in-a-lifetime chance to see these artifacts.”

In addition to the Apollo 11 command module Columbia, the only portion of the historic spacecraft to complete the first mission to land a man on the moon and safely return him to Earth, the exhibition will feature: • Star Chart: The chart shows the positions of the sun, moon and stars at the time Apollo 11 was scheduled to leave Earth’s orbit and head for the moon.

• Rucksack #1, Survival Kit: One of two rucksacks filled with e q u i p m e n t t o h e l p t h e c re w survive for up to 48 hours in the event of an emergency landing somewhere on Earth. The kit includes three water containers, a radio beacon and spare battery, three pairs of sunglasses, six packages of desalting chemicals, a seawater desalter kit, two survival lights, a machete and two bottles of sunscreen.

• Aldrin’s Extravehicular Visor: B u z z A l d r i n w o re t h i s o u t e r helmet while on the surface of the moon. It fit over his clear pressurebubble helmet.

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Gloves: These gloves have an o u t e r, c u t - r e s i s t a n t s h e l l o f Chromel-R fabric across the hands to prevent fatal air leaks caused by handling sharp objects and gauntlets to protect against solar heating. The blue fi ngertips were made of silicone rubber to provide more sensitivity for touching.

Vescolani said, “‘Destination Moon’ will help visitors of all ages to appreciate the accomplishment of the Moon Landing and all of the work that went into making it happen. We hope the exhibition inspires our guests to think about what is next in space discovery.

Perhaps one of them will play a role in exploring Mars and beyond.”

Saint Louis Science Center The mission of the Saint Louis Science Center is to ignite and sustain lifelong science and technology learning. Named a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate in 2016, the Saint Louis Science Center features more than 700 interactive exhibits, as well as a five-story OMNIMAX Theater, Boeing Hall and the James S. McDonnell Planetarium. For more information about the Saint Louis Science Center, please visit slsc. org.

Fort de Chartres to host event

Fort de Chartres State Historic Site is helping gardeners prepare for spring with two special events that offer heirloom seeds, advice on preparing raised beds and tips on pruning trees.

The event is the annual Fort de Chartres Jardin Potager Weekend on March 25 and 26. Visitors are welcome to join volunteers on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. to discuss direct sowing seeds in the garden.

After a break, work will begin on preparing raised beds and planting seeds for the approach of spring.

Heirloom seed packet samples will be available, too.

These events are free and open to the public. For more information, email Carol at heritage@fdcjardin. com, visit the Fort de Chartres Jardin Potager Heirloom Project website at www.fdcjardin.com, or

look them up on Facebook at www. facebook.com/fdcjardin.

Fort de Chartres was built by the French military in the 1750s, serving as the seat of government and chief military installation when France controlled the territory. The fort’s powder magazine is the oldest building in Illinois.

The site, a national historic landmark since 1960, is operated by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. IHPA protects the state’s historic resources, which contribute to education, culture and the e c o n o m y. I H PA s i t e s i n c l u d e ancient burial mounds, forts and buildings erected by settlers, and homes connected to famous Illinoisans.

It is located at 1350 IL Route 155, 4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher. It is open Thursday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A site donation of $4 for adults, $2 for children, or $10 per family is suggested.

Zoo announces summer programs

From the ever-popular Camp KangaZoo to individual programs for all ages, the Saint Louis Zoo’s Education Department has classes, overnight experiences and daytime adventures for everyone in the family.

Camp KangaZoo Camp KangaZoo campers can choose to attend one or two full-day camps with the themes "Ecology-Everything’s Connected” and “Extreme Animals.” Monday through Thursday, campers will play games, meet animals, enjoy sing-alongs and view dynamic Zoo exhibits.

On Thursday nights, they’ll sleep at the Zoo and wake up with the birds!

Camp KangaZoo scholarships are available for families with financial need.

Younger children can hop "out of the pouch" and into the Zoo at Camp Joey. Half-day and full-day sessions are available for children who are at least 4 years old and entering kindergarten.

New this year, the Zoo is offering specialty camps for kids entering grades 4-9. Topics include Zoo Careers, Junior Zoologist,

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Teen Camp is available for youth entering grades 7-9.

Overnights Families with kids ages 5 and up can attend the Prehistoric Animals and Their Cousins or the Under the Sea-lion overnight programs.

Summer Programs Zoo programs for young children and youth keep growing minds sharp in the lazy summer months. The Zoo offers a variety of animal topics for various ages. Kids can learn about birds, mammals and reptiles, see stingrays up close, examine dinosaur fossils, create animal habitats, sing animal songs, identify animal tracks, touch biofacts, tour the Zoo and meet the animals.

For youth in grades 2-8, the Zoo offers Keeper-for-a-Day at the Emerson Children’s Zoo, A Day with the Rays and Advanced Day with the Rays at Stingrays at Caribbean Cove. Engineer-for-aDay is available for those 7 years old and up. A Junior Sea Lion Trainer program is available for ages 10 to adult.

Scouts can learn about animals and sleep under the stars while working toward fulfilling their badge requirements at the Snooze at the Zoo programs.

Scout overnight programs are for Cub Scouts, Webelos, Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes.

Adult programs include evening safari tours, wine and cheese night

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SIUE Friends of Music plan fundraiser

The SIUE Friends of Music will be hosting a scholarship fundraiser from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m .on March 19 at the Old Bakery Beer Company located at 400 Landmarks Blvd. in Alton.

All are welcome...no flyer or invitation is needed to attend... just come thirsty. Twenty-five percent of all beer sales will be donated to scholarships for SIUE Music students, and the SIUE music students will be performing at the event. Visit SIUEmusic. com or call 618-650-2626 for more information.

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Registration Early bird mail-in or drop-off registration forms must be received

by March 6. Online registration begins March 7 for Zoo members and March 9 for general public.

Program fees vary.

For a complete list of programs, registration forms, online registration, camp scholarship applications and more information, visit stlzoo.org/education.

Registration for programs is not available by phone. For questions, call (314) 646-4544, option #6. All proceeds support the Saint Louis Zoo.

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People People planner Antiques Roadshow coming to St. Louis

Fans of Antiques Roadshow, one of the most popular shows airing on the Nine Network, can apply now through April 10 to have their items appraised at an all-day event on Saturday, July 8. Three one-hour episodes will be produced from the St. Louis appraisal event and will be aired in 2018. Antiques Roadshow, t h e 1 4 - t i m e E m m y Aw a r d nominated show, airs Mondays on Nine Network at 7 p.m. Central.

Admission to Antiques Roadshow is free, but tickets are required and must be obtained in advance. Fans can apply now for a chance to receive one pair of free tickets per household. To find out more information and to find a link to apply for tickets, visit http:// www.pbs.org/antiques/tickets/.

Following the deadline, ticket winners will be selected at random by a third party and contacted via an email containing their tickets.

“The Nine Network couldn’t be happier to welcome back Antiques Roadshow for the first time in over 15 years,” said Nine Network President and CEO Jack Galmiche.

“It’s consistently one of our mostwatched shows and gives us a chance to host an event we know our viewers are extremely excited about.”

Antiques Roadshow is also accepting furniture submissions for the 2017 tour. The series is looking for a few pieces of furniture to appraise and display on the set.

Selected pieces will be transported to the event and back at no cost to the owner. For more details visit: h t t p : / / w w w. p b s . o r g / w g b h / roadshow/furniture/.

The Nine Network’s own Antiques Roadshow-style event, Trash or Treasure, a partnership with the Kodner Gallery, regularly draws large crowds for appraisals in more than 20 categories. The annual event gives fans another chance to determine the worth of their most prized possessions.

Alton Half Marathon & 5K scheduled

7th Annual Alton Half Marathon & 5K run/walk will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017, at 8:00am in Riverfront Park.

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Explore St. Louis guides now available

Explore St. Louis is pleased to announce the release of the 2017 Official St. Louis Visitors Guide offering visitors the latest information on what to see and do to plan a St. Louis adventure. The guide is filled with suggestions on great places to eat, shop, play and stay in St. Louis and across the region.

Additionally, the guide highlights what’s new to St. Louis in 2017, including overviews on some of St. Louis’ unique neighborhoods, the CityArchRiver project that i s t r a n s f o r m i n g t h e g ro u n d s surrounding the historic Gateway Arch, the booming urban arts scene throughout the region, a look at

St. Louis breweries, and a glimpse at what St. Louis has to offer music lovers. There’s also a glance at the Saint Louis Science Center’s The Discovery of King Tut exhibit, the newly unveiled 4,000-squarefoot expansion of the Field House Museum, the debut of the Loop Trolley and St. Louis’ newest concert venue, Delmar Hall.

Approximately 350,000 copies of the 100-page magazine-style, fullcolor brochure have been printed and are being distributed across the country. Visitors can view the digital version of the guide at www.explorestlouis.com or pick up a copy of the guide at one of Explore St. Louis’ visitor centers located throughout the area, at the Old Courthouse; America’s Center convention complex; and at the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor & Education Center in Forest Park.

There are two additional centers at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, located by the baggage claim area on the lower levels of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Explore St. Louis is the driving force behind St. Louis’ $5 billion convention and tourism industry, the official destination marketing organization of St. Louis City and County and operator of the America’s Center Convention Complex.

Ben Morgan & Band to appear at brewery

On April 1, break-out country music artist and native St. Louisan Ben Morgan & Band will headline the Budweiser Prsents Live ON-Stage @ The Biergarten concert event at the AnheuserBusch Biergarten, with opening

act Jeremiah Johnson Band. The concert will feature songs from Ben Morgan’s album Sweet History, which will be released in February, including the title track “Sweet History” and “Age is a State of Mind,” which have been pre-released and are both currently available for download on all major music platforms, including iTunes / Apple Music, Amazon Music, Google Play and Spotify.

General admission, VIP and Screen Package tickets for the concert event are on sale now at b i e rg a r t e n . t i x . c o m . A l l t i c k e t purchases include a free download of the Sweet History album.

The Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery and Tour Center is the company’s flagship beer hospitality experience, and it’s continually ranked as one of the best brewery tours in the country.

The concert will be held at The B i e rg a r t e n , w h i c h i s l o c a t e d outside the Tour Center at 12th and Lynch Streets in Soulard.

Concert-goers will be able to taste Anheuser-Busch’s great beer and food, all while listening to the sounds of Ben Morgan & Band.

The Ben Morgan sound reflects a country base, flavored by Southern rock and blues influences. Ben's vocals and guitar solos highlight a stirring combination of driving songs and thoughtful ballads.

Song titles from his new album include “Sweet History,” “Age is a State of Mind,” “Wrong From Right,” “Famous in a Small Town,” “Slow Dancing in the Sun,” “Rail Whiskey” and “Getting Out for the Night.” His sound features ambitious guitar riffs and meaningful lyrics, singer/ songwriter ballads, traditional feel-good country melodies, and driving guitar-powered tunes.

Ben cultivated his unique, “new country” sound at a young age learning to play from his parents, both accomplished musicians. As he grew older, Ben began fleshing out his musical knowledge by playing in several bands, and adding music theory studies and university coursework. Ben then returned to the road and built a reputation as a crowd-pleasing, instrumentally-gifted vocalist, while playing the Midwest and select eastern U.S. venues.

For more information about Ben Morgan, visit benmorganmusic. com, facebook.com/ benmorganmusic, twitter.com/ benmorganmusic and instagram. com/benmorganmusic/.

Alton Brown to appear at The Fox

Television personality, author and Food Network star Alton Brown has announced “Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science” (www.altonbrownlive.com) will visit an additional 40 cities in 2017 including St. Louis’ Fabulous Fox Theatre on Sunday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. Later this year during Thanksgiving week, Brown will make his Broadway debut for eight performances at the Barrymore Theatre. Brown created a new form of entertainment – the live culinary variety show – with his “Edible Inevitable Tour”, which played in over 100 cities with more than 150,000 fans in attendance. The first leg of Eat Your Science sold 100,000 tickets in the 40 cities Brown visited.

Tickets are $60, $50, $40 and are available online at metrotix.com, by calling 314-534-1111, or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

Brown says fans can expect

“all-new everything including songs, new comedy, new puppets, and bigger and better potentially dangerous food demonstrations.”

Critics and fans have raved about the interactive components of Brown’s shows. He promises “plenty of new therapy inducing opportunities during our audience participation segments. I don’t want to give too much away, but this time we’re going to play a little game.”

Brown has a knack for mixing together science, music and food into two hours of pure entertainment. “Plus, you’ll see things I’ve never been allowed to do on TV.” Brown, author of the James Beard award winning “I’m Just Here for the Food” and New York Times bestselling sequence “Good Eats,” is releasing his new cookbook through Ballantine Books (an imprint of Random House) on September 27 and it is available for preorder now.

“Alton Brown: EveryDayCook”, or EDC as Brown calls it, is a collection of more than 100 personal recipes as well as a pinch of science and history. He has hosted numerous series including “Cutthroat Kitchen,” “Camp Cutthroat” and “Iron Chef America” and created, produced and hosted the Peabody award winning series “Good Eats” for 13 years on Food Network; Good Eats can still be seen on the Cooking Channel and Netflix.

Information about Alton Brown or the Eat Your Science tour can be found on Facebook: /altonbrown; Twitter: @altonbrown; Instagram: @ altonbrown; or use the tour hashtag #AltonBrownLive.

Those with an appetite for more Alton Brown can find additional show and ticketing information at www.altonbrownlive.com.

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Laumeier Sculpture Park, located 12580 Rott Road in St. Louis, has announced its upconing schedule.

For more information call (314) 615-5278.

February–April 2017 Laumeier Teen Program Laumeier's Teen Program is designed to encourage creative expression in young adults ages 13 to 19, offering workshops and mentoring to assist teens in preparing wellrounded portfolios. The Teen Program meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month during the school year at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. $60 per month, ages 13 to 19. Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier.org for more information.

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Art Classes and Workshops meet at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. Prices vary. Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier.org for more information.

March 25, 2017 Free Step Into Spring Tour: Basket & Blanket Join Laumeier Sculpture Park for a closer look at the Permanent Collection followed by a picnic in the Park! (Bring your own blanket and picnic.) Tour meets in the Public Plaza outside the Adam Aronson Fine Arts Center. Saturday, March 25, at 12:00 p.m. at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri.

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April 1, 2017 Free Coffee & Conversation: Monarch Mania Join Laumeier Sculpture Park’s Master Gardener and Joyce Oberle, East Central Regional Coordinator for Missourians for Monarchs, to learn some “fool-proof” tips to attract monarchs to your gardens this year!

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"Fifty Shades Darker"

In all the kinked knots and twists of satin that adorn "Fifty Shades Darker," none is more worthwhile to uncoil than the tangled absurdities of its central dominator, Christian Grey.

He's a singularly ridiculous cocktail of money, abs and sex toys. "The right term is sadist," he says in "Fifty Shades Darker," the second in a planned trilogy based on E.L. James' best sellers. He buys companies. He flies helicopters.

He's proficient with nipple clamps. He's like some kind of humorless combination of James Bond and Dirk Diggler, both debonair and dirty. More plausible figures of masculine fantasy include the Backstreet Boys and Roger Rabbit.

"Fifty Shades Darker" digs deeper into the demons and traumas of Mr. Grey, as played by Jamie Dornan. Much of the film's entertainment is watching Dakota Johnson, as the comparatively normal Anastasia "Ana" Steele, try to act opposite a distorted dreamboat who wakes to exercise on a pummel horse and who knows all the hair dressers in Seattle.

Occasionally she implores him to stop acting so weird — but not often enough.

And then there are our glimpses into his past that make for some of the movie's most unintentionally funny moments. In his childhood bedroom, we spy a picture of teenage Christian in front of the Taj Mahal and, most amazingly, a "Chronicles of Riddick" poster. It hangs in the background of a pivotal scene and the questions linger long afterward. Is the key to Christian that he's a huge Vin Diesel fan? Was it a passing fancy or was Christian — this globe-trotting sexual enigma — equally enthusiastic for subsequent installments of "Riddick"? Alas, we will never truly unlock the mysteries of Grey.

"Fifty Shades Darker," which has maintained its lilywhite palate despite its title, takes up the action three weeks after the previous film left off. Christian, seeking to make amends after their split, comes calling for Ana, promising he's ready for a more "vanilla" relationship after the violence of his desires frightened Ana away.

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "strong sexual content, some graphic nudity and language."

RUNNING TIME: 118 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

"John Wick: Chapter 2"

Before you buy a ticket to see "John Wick: Chapter 2 ," the improbably fun sequel to the implausibly good "John Wick," you might want to ask yourself how much tolerance you have for gun shots to the head, because there are a lot of those in "John Wick: Chapter 2." More than you might think possible in a single movie. Is it gratuitous? Yes. Do all those people deserve to die? Probably not. But for our bearded boogeyman, who one character calls a priest and the devil in a single sentence, a shot to the head and one to the chest gets the job done quickly and efficiently. Why make things overly complicated?

The same goes for the movie, about the storied hitman who was driven out of retirement and back into the game after some mobsters stole his 1969 Mustang and killed his puppy. Stuntman-turned-director Chad Stahelski's sequel is straightforward, fast-paced and gets the job done entertainment-wise.

True to its name, "Chapter 2" literally picks up where the first left off. In a skull-crushingly loud sequence involving multiple men getting tossed off car hoods, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) retrieves his Mustang from the crooks holding it hostage (allowing for some knowingly extreme exposition about just how scary this guy is).

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "strong violence throughout, some language and brief nudity."

RUNNING TIME: 122 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

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"The Great Wall"

"Tell the world what you have seen," a character exclaims in "The Great Wall," ''and what is coming!"

The warning is about the mythical mass of marauding monsters that are sweeping down northern China but it could just as easily be for the kind of Hollywood-China collaboration that is "The Great Wall." The first English language feature shot entirely in China, it's the biggest-budget attempt yet to straddle both sides of the Pacific, plucking a movie star (Matt Damon) from the West for a production in the East. In a movie industry where the two biggest markets are North America and China, it's Hollywood's version of having your cake and eating it, too.

But if "The Great Wall" is a forerunner to the cross-cultural blockbustering to come, we may have just as much reason to flee as those being hounded in the film by the Taotie. Those are the four-legged, man-eating creatures of ancient Chinese folklore that are here attacking the Great Wall and the armies that defend it, as the Taotie are said to do every 60 years.

They're the Halley's Comet of demons.

With acclaimed Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou directing and Damon starring, "The Great Wall" would seem to at least promise to be an intriguing artifact, a movie that would, even in failure, illustrate something interesting about the culture clash it's predicated on. But it turns out to be little more than a monster movie (and a poor one at that) that says more about corporate-driven global moviemaking than anything about either culture. It, after all, originated as a thinly sketched conceit of Thomas Tull, the former chief executive of the now Chinese-owned Legendary Entertainment.

RATED: PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for "for sequences of fantasy action violence."

RUNNING TIME: 104 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

"Fist Fight"

If you like Ice Cube surly and sneering, find penis drawings hilarious and believe real men solve problems by throwing punches, "Fist Fight " is for you.

This R-rated comedy from director Richie Keen starts with a ridiculous premise: One high-school teacher insists that another fight him after school to settle a professional beef. The opening scene further sets the juvenile tone, taking just seconds to introduce viewers to the script's three favorite words: the F-word, the P-word and the B-word.

"Higher Learning," this isn't.

"Fist Fight" is an indulgence in adolescent male fantasy, where teachers fight and kids rule the school. So it doesn't really matter that it plays its leading men as caricatures and uses sexist insults throughout. It's an absurd undertaking from the start.

Charlie Day is Andy Campbell, a nebbishy English teacher at Roosevelt High School. Cube is Strickland, a humorless history teacher who's carrying a bat and wearing a scowl when we first see him onscreen. It's the last day of school, and the seniors are going wild with pranks.

One such prank leads Strickland to lose his temper and he ends up smashing a student's desk with a hatchet during class.

Because that happens.

Campbell points the finger at Strickland, who's fired on the spot. That's when Strickland challenges Campbell to "handle our differences like real men" with an after-school fist fight.

"Hashtag teacherfight," Strickland says.

Campbell has even more to worry about. His own job is on the line thanks to school budget cuts, his wife is about to have their second child any minute, and his pre-teen daughter is counting on him to perform with her at her elementary school's talent show.

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "language throughout, sexual content/nudity and drug material."

RUNNING TIME: 91 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

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"Get Out"

Fifty years after Sidney Poitier upended the latent racial prejudices of his white date's liberal family in "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner," writer-director Jordan Peele has crafted a similar confrontation with altogether more combustible results in "Get Out." "Do they know I'm black?" Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) asks his white girlfriend Rose (Allison Williams) as they get ready to leave their city apartment for a weekend at her parents' rural estate. "No," she replies. "Should they?"

"It seems like something you might want to mention," he sighs. "I don't want to get chased off the lawn with a shotgun."

It's a joke but it's also foreshadowing — and just a hint of the frights to come. In Peele's directorial debut, the former "Key and Peele" star has —as he often did on that satirical sketch series — turned inside out even supposedly progressive assumptions about race. But Peele has largely left comedy behind in a more chilling portrait of the racism that lurks beneath smiling white faces and defensive, paper-thin protestations like, "But I voted for Obama!" and "Isn't Tiger Woods amazing?"

Those are the kinds of things that Rose's father, Dean (an excellent Bradley Whitford), says as he and his wife, Missy (Catherine Keener), heartily welcomes his daughter's boyfriend.

"How long has this thang been going on?" Dean asks with forced emphasis on "thang."

But the warm welcome is only skin deep. A deeply bizarre atmosphere takes hold at the house, where all the hired help is black. They are a spooky, robotic bunch, with dead eyes and zombie-like demeanors that would have stood out even in "The Stepford Wives." Something clearly is off, though Peele takes his time letting the mystery thicken.

"RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "violence, bloody images, and language including sexual references."

RUNNING TIME: 103 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

"Contemporary Color"

In 2015, former Talking Heads front man David Byrne staged an unconventional show in which he paired up 10 contemporary musicians and performers with color guard teams — those baton and saber twirling staples of small town parades and high school football games. The musicians, including the likes of St. Vincent, Lucius, Ad-Rock, Zola Jesus and Nelly Furtado, composed original songs that the color guard teams then used to choreograph a corresponding routine. The unique spectacle, which took place at Brooklyn's Barclays Center, is chronicled with experimental verve in the documentary "Contemporary Color," from filmmaking brothers Bill and Turner Ross.

Narrative is of little consequence in "Contemporary Color."

The Ross brothers show some interest in the excitable high school students from various parts of the country who have devoted most of the free time of their young lives to their color guard teams. This strange, high profile gig will also be the last time many are performing together. But the audience doesn't get to know any individual well enough for that to have any sort of emotional impact.

Maybe it'll remind some of their long lost high school passions, but the most remarkable thing about these youngsters is what happens when they're on the stage moving in tandem in an eye-popping swirl of sequins and flags. You forget that just a minute ago they were giggly and emotional and inarticulate in that way that most normal people are when a camera is pointed at them.

RATED: PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for "brief strong language."

RUNNING TIME: 107 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Two and a half stars out of four.

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This image released by Universal Pictures shows Allison Williams, left, and Daniel Kaluuya in a scene from, "Get Out."

"Get Out" takes racism head on

By JAKE COYLE Associated Press Fifty years after Sidney Poitier upended the latent racial prejudices of his white date's liberal family in "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner," writer-director Jordan Peele has crafted a similar confrontation with altogether more combustible results in "Get Out." "Do they know I'm black?" Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) asks his white girlfriend Rose (Allison Williams) as they get ready to leave their city apartment for a weekend at her parents' rural estate. "No," she replies. "Should they?"

"It seems like something you might want to mention," he sighs. "I don't want to get chased off the lawn with a shotgun."

It's a joke but it's also foreshadowing — and just a hint of the frights to come. In Peele's directorial debut, the former "Key and Peele" star has —as he often did on that satirical sketch series — turned inside out even supposedly progressive assumptions about race.

But Peele has largely left comedy behind in a more chilling portrait of the racism that lurks beneath smiling white faces and defensive, paper-thin protestations like, "But I voted for Obama!" and "Isn't Tiger Woods amazing?"

Those are the kinds of things that Rose's father, Dean (an excellent Bradley Whitford), says as he and his wife, Missy (Catherine Keener), heartily welcomes his daughter's boyfriend. "How long has this thang been

going on?" Dean asks with forced emphasis on "thang."

But the warm welcome is only skin deep.

A deeply bizarre atmosphere takes hold at the house, where all the hired help is black.

They are a spooky, robotic bunch, with dead eyes and zombie-like demeanors that would have stood out even in "The Stepford Wives."

Something clearly is off, though Peele takes his time letting the mystery thicken.

"Get Out," produced by Jason Blum's lowbudget horror studio Blumhouse Productions, is serious, even sober in its horror. But its archness has moments of creepy levity. When Chris is given a tour of the house, Dean points out the sealed door to the basement. "Black mold," he says.

Things get even stranger when Chris meets

some of the family friends, who all appear oddly frozen in time somehow. Some ogle him with lust, feeling his biceps. The most paranoid (and funny) character in the movie is Chris' friend, Rod (a terrific Lil Rel Howery), a TSA agent who — dubious from the start — grows increasingly concerned with every update from Chris.

Eventually, the truth comes out, things turn bloody and, as you'd expect, we get a look at that basement.

It's long been a lamentable joke that in horror films — never the most inclusive of genres — the black dude is always the first to go. In this way, "Get Out" is radical and refreshing in its perspective. The movie is entirely from Chris's point of view; his fears are ours.

"Collide" a lazy car chase movie

By ROBERT GRUBAUGH For The Edge I only saw two movies last week and one of them came out at Christmastime (it was a pre-Oscars late matinee of Fences, by the way). I’ll tell you a short bit about my impressions of “Collide”, a terrible new action thriller in cinemas now, but the news of the day – still – is the great gaffe of the Oscar telecast this past Sunday night. That is a story I can’t wait to share my impressions of with you.

My love affair with the Academy Awards goes back to an early Spring night in 1992 when my passionate ten year-old self was convinced that a lushly animated “Beauty & the Beast” was a lock to win Best Picture over some movie called “The Silence of the Lambs”.

All I knew about that one was that it was too scary for me to be

in the same room when Dad was watching it in his old VCR, a JVC model that I still think fondly back to during a time when electronics were made to last. Surely, no one could dethrone a Disney musical based on the great fairy tale story!

Such were my misunderstandings of film, campaigning, and many other things in 1992. But I’ve been hooked on this pageantry ever since. I was watching when Tom Hanks won back-to-back acting awards for “Philadelphia” and (my favorite movie) “Forrest Gump”. I saw “Titanic” just barely avoid setting the record for most wins (dodging a bullet for a movie I don’t particularly care for). I watched Affleck & Damon shriek like little kids and Cuba Gooding, Jr. dance around the stage. Billy Crystal was a great host, but I loved Whoopi Goldberg and Chris Rock

and thought this year ’s emcee, Jimmy Kimmel, did a swell job.

I love movie awards season. So where did this one go so far astray at the final moment?

I’ll wager this eventually becomes blamed on movie star and Hollywood legend Warren B e a t t y, e v e n t h o u g h i t w a s barely his fault. He just had the unfortunate responsibility to have been the one to open the wrong PricewaterhouseCoopers envelope when his co-star/co-presenter Faye Dunaway mistakenly announced that “La La Land”, not “Moonlight”, had won the top prize of the movie universe. It took me two viewings and a little bit of swearing to figure out not just what was taking shape on the ABC telecast, but also what it might mean for, you know, history. The moment is an all-timer and I can’t believe how

amazing it looks for an unrehearsed, unbelievable occurrence. Stage managers appear to double-check envelopes. Kimmel leaps to the microphone to admonish a clearly exasperated Beatty. The producer of “La La Land” that was giving his acceptance speech covered eloquently and then director Barry Jenkins returned the magnanimous gesture in a way that the gladhanding, self-congratulating community of Hollywood has always prided itself on. I still can’t believe it. What I can believe, is that many of you didn’t see the broadcast and that even more of you didn’t see “Moonlight”. Better get on that, its release expands Friday to a theatre near you.

So, “Collide” now. It’s a lazy car chase movie. Nicholas Hoult, a young talent, is forced to take on a dangerous assignment from an icky

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European gangster type (Sir Ben Kingsley, Oscar winner #1) to save his gravely injured girlfriend (Felicity Jones, Oscar winner #2) from the clutches of a drug lord (Anthony Hopkins, of that “Lambs” movie, Oscar winner #3) who holds the marker on her emergency medical bills. Despite the prestigious cast, this one is nothing more than an advertisement for how to drive really fast on Germany’s legendary Autobahn highway system. I’d never heard of it until it landed in theatres and wonder why this movie exists outside of the straight-to-Redbox universe. Accelerate toward it with caution.

“Collide” runs 116 minutes and is rated PG-13 for violence, frenetic action, some sexuality, language, and drug material. I give this film half of one star out of four.

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Hasidic village expansion riles neighbors

By MICHAEL HILL Associated Press KIRYAS JOEL, N.Y. (AP) — A quickly crowding Hasidic Jewish village that is working to expand its boundaries faces opposition from neighbors who fear more urban-style development by the insular community could overrun their slice of suburbia.

"It's going to become like New York City, like the Bronx or Brooklyn," said Michael Queenan, mayor of the neighboring village of Woodbury, about 50 miles north of New York City. "People moved up here because they wanted a different kind of lifestyle, they wanted a little elbow room."

Kiryas Joel is a 1.1-square-mile village of nearly 22,000 markedly different from the surrounding suburban sprawl. Sidewalks are crowded with bearded men in heavy wool coats and brimmed hats. Women in long skirts push baby carriages into bustling stores where Yiddish is spoken. Schools teem with children. And streets are lined with one tightly packed apartment after another.

Followers of Rabbi Joel Teitelbaum began coming here from Brooklyn in the

1970s, hoping to create the sort of cohesive community some recalled from Europe, with large families a big part of it. Under tradition, Kiryas Joel girls marry young and start having children immediately, fueling long-term population growth. While the average Kiryas Joel family has six people, it's not uncommon to see couples with as many as 10 children. An average of three babies are born in the village each day.

"For us, family is part of faith. It's not something we choose," said Malka Silberstein, a principal of a girls' school who settled here with her family 35 years ago.

Kiryas Joel is among the fastest-growing places in New York state, nearly doubling its population since 2000. It also has made headlines in The New York Times and elsewhere as the poorest place in the nation. Current data show more than half the population living in poverty, a function o f m o d e s t s a l a r i e s s u p p o r t i n g l a rg e households.

On a recent tour, Kiryas Joel administrator Gedalye Szegedin noted that the zoning allows for denser housing than the surrounding town of Monroe. He pointed out a 200-unit housing project under construction, a plot where 1,500 units will go and a single-

family home replaced by 24 units.

Szegedin said the village's natural growth requires 300 or more units a year, and he predicted that in as little as seven years Kiryas Joel will simply run out of land for young families.

"If we're not going to provide for it, they're going to live doubled up with their parents, they're going to live doubled up with their siblings," he said. "They're going to live in subhuman conditions."

Kiryas Joel has backed three boundaryexpanding solutions, all of them contentious.

Hasidim living outside the village created two separate petitions to have their land annexed by Kiryas Joel, which would allow for denser housing, sidewalks and other services. The Monroe town board in 2015 denied a petition to annex 507 acres but approved a separate 164-acre annexation plan.

With both board actions being litigated, the village last year proposed a new solution: adding 382 acres to the village and making it a new town called North Monroe.

Kiryas Joel officials say creating a new town would erase long-festering villagetown conflicts, like the complaint that

Kiryas Joel dominates town politics.

J o h n A l l e g ro , o f U n i t e d M o n ro e , a community group that has been critical of Kiryas Joel, sees the North Monroe proposal as another path to the same unsustainable growth pattern in annexation.

"Where is the water going to come from?

Where is the sewage going to go? What's going to happen to the wildlife?" he asked.

Conflicts with the village have flared up occasionally for decades, with some accusing critics of being motivated by antiSemitism. And critics, in turn, have stressed that their issues revolve around heavier traffic, infrastructure strain and a neighbor aggressively pursuing its agenda.

An appeals court this month denied opponents' request to place a stay on the 164-acre annexation, clearing the way for rezoning in the coming months. The parallel effort to create a town still needs to be considered by the county legislature.

Szegedin said it would allow suburbanites and Hasidim to live in peace.

"We don't question their desire to live in a rural area, and we hope that they won't question our desire to live the way we live," Szegedin said. "We understand that there are two ways of living."

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Performers in "Motown the Musical" include re-enactors of The Temptations, above, and The Supremes, below.

"Motown the Musical" cast announced For The Edge Producers Kevin McCollum, Doug Morris and Motown Founder Berry Gordy are proud to announce the complete cast for the National Tour of "Motown the Musical".

Reprising their roles for this new tour will be Chester Gregory as Berry Gordy, Allison Semmes as Diana Ross, and Jarran Muse as Marvin Gaye. The production also stars David Kaverman as Smokey Robinson, with CJ Wright and Raymond Davis Jr. portraying Berry Gordy’s boyhood counterpart and the roles of young stars Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder.

"Motown the Musical" will also feature Michelle Alves, Malcolm Armwood, Erick Buckley, Judith Franklin, Jeremy Gaston, Alyssa V. Gomez, Garfield Hammonds, LaTrisa Harper, Rod Harrelson, Jared Howelton, Louis James Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, Ramone Owens, Devin L. Price, Alana Randall, Tavia Riveè, Matthew Sims Jr., Kimberly Ann Steele, Doug Storm, Daniel Robert Sullivan, Gabriella Whiting, Galen J. Williams, and Ricardo A. Zayas.

Tickets for "Motown the Musical" at the Fabulous Fox are on sale now online at MetroTix.com, by calling 314-534-1111 or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office. Ticket prices start at $25. Prices are subject to change; please refer to FabulousFox.com for current pricing. "Motown the Musical" is part of the U.S. Bank Broadway Series.

Performances of "Motown the Musical" at the Fabulous Fox run March 21 – 26. Show times are Tuesday through Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m., Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Directed by Charles Randolph-Wright, "Motown the Musical" is the true American dream story of Motown founder Berry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and so many more.

Featuring more than 50 classic hits such as “My Girl” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” "Motown the Musical" tells the story behind the hits as Diana, Smokey, Berry and the whole Motown family fight against the odds to create the soundtrack of change in America. Motown shattered barriers, shaped

our lives and made us all move to the same beat.

"Motown the Musical" features staging by Schele Williams, choreography by Patricia Wilcox (Blues in the Night) and Warren Adams (Toy Story), scenic design by David Korins (Bring It On: The Musical, Annie), costume design by Tony Award® nominee ESosa (The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess, “Project Runway”), lighting design by Tony Award® winner Natasha Katz (Once, Sister Act), sound design by Tony Award® nominee Peter Hylenski (Rock of Ages, The Scottsboro Boys), projection design by Daniel Brodie (Alladin), hair and wig design by Charles LaPointe (Memphis) and casting by Wojcik | Seay Casting.

"Motown the Musical"’s arrangements and orchestrations are by Grammy and Tony Award® nominee Ethan Popp (Rock of Ages), who also serves as music supervisor in reproducing the classic “Sound of Young America,” with co-orchestrations and

additional arrangements by Tony Award® nominee Bryan Crook (“Smash”) and dance arrangements by Zane Mark (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels).

"Motown the Musical" is produced by Tony Award winning producer Kevin McCollum (Rent, In the Heights, Avenue Q), Chairman and CEO of SONY Music Entertainment Doug Morris and Motown Founder Berry Gordy, in association with Work Light Productions.

PRINCIPLES CHESTER GREGORY (Berry Gordy).

Chester is thrilled and honored to return in the role of Berry Gordy, after portraying him last summer on Broadway in "Motown the Musical"! Broadway credits include Hairspray, Tarzan, Cry-Baby and Sister Act. He has toured nationally with several shows including Dreamgirls and his one-man show The Eve of Jackie Wilson. Chester has received many awards including the NAACP Theatre Award, and has been presented the key to the city of his hometown of Gary,

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Indiana and East Chicago. He has also been chosen as an Honorary State Representative and has received a Honorary Doctorate from his alma mater Columbia College in Chicago.

Chester is also a songwriter and producer.

Join the journey @ChesterGregory and chestergregory.com.

ALLISON SEMMES (Diana Ross). Thrilled to be traveling the nation with this show again! Proud AEA member. Chicago Native.

B.M.Opera at UIUC, M.M. from NYUSteinhardt. Broadway credits: "Motown the Musical" (Florence Ballard) and The Book of Mormon (Nabalungi u/s, Swing). Other credits include The Color Purple National Tour, Dreamgirls, Bubbling Brown Sugar, The Wiz, Candide. BroadwayWorld Chicago award for Best Female Lead, and an NAACP Theatre Award nomination for Best Female Lead for Diana Ross in Motown.

JARRAN MUSE (Marvin Gaye). A native Jersey boy couldn’t be happier living his dream. God is good y’all. Broadway/N.Y.C.: "Motown the Musical", Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Dreamgirls. Tours: American Idiot, Dreamgirls, Hairspray, 42nd Street.

Check jarranmuse.com for the complete resume. Proud member of Actors’ Equity Association. Instagram: @JaeMuse or Twitter: @JarranMuse.”

DAVID KAVERMAN (Smokey Robinson) is honored to make his Equity and National Tour debuts with Motown! Native of Ohio.

Favorite credits (Regional): Sister Act, Dreamgirls, Carousel, Chicago, Godspell, & Disney Cruise Line. Proud graduate of Otterbein University (BM) & the Manhattan School of Music (MM). @deighvidk. www. davidkaverman.com.

CJ WRIGHT (Young Berry Gordy/Young Stevie Wonder/Young Michael Jackson) is an 11-year musician from Upland CA, is beyond excited to join the Motown cast and make his national tour debut. He has appeared in a commercial, print, voice overs, and has performed in local theater and venues.

RAYMOND DAVIS JR. (Young Berry G o rd y / Yo u n g S t e v i e Wo n d e r / Yo u n g Michael Jackson). A 12-year old native of Indianapolis, Raymond is humbled and extremely grateful to join the Motown cast.

He has appeared in commercials and has won many singing contests in Indianapolis.

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A drawing by Andy Goldsworthy.

Laumeier's 40th anniversary year begins For The Edge

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aumeier Sculpture Park presents an exhibition in celebration and commemoration of its 40th Anniversary year, April 1–July 16, 2017, in the Whitaker Foundation Gallery at the Adam Aronson Fine Arts Center. Curated by Laumeier’s Curator of Exhibitions Dana Turkovic, the multimedia exhibition features a selection of works from the institution’s extensive collection of preparatory drawings, prints, works on paper, collages and photographs.

The exhibition demonstrates the organization’s leadership in the area of contemporary public art by drawing on the breadth and depth of the outdoor collection and the many ways in which artists have approached temporary and permanent sculptural commissions throughout Laumeier ’s history. The exhibition features works by internationally renowned artists including Vito Acconci, Ian Hamilton Finlay, Andy Goldsworthy, Donald Judd, Cildo Miereles, David Nash, Valeska Soares, Ursula Von Rydingsvard and Meg Webster, among many others.

“Drawing from the Collection: 40 Years at Laumeier focuses on the unique way these artists approach drawing as a method used to brainstorm, engineer, translate and complement their three-dimensional creations. There is an immediacy in the

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artist’s thought process that these works on paper communicate as they explore the gap between ideas and reality,” said Dana Turkovic, Laumeier ’s Curator of Exhibitions. “The artworks in Laumeier ’s Collection are unique in the sense that they function, in some cases, as diagrammatical studies in addition to studies of Laumeier ’s landscape. Collectively, the artworks are sketches of a space that is not only a place for sculpture, but also a place for living.”

Laumeier Sculpture Park is free and open daily from 8:00 a.m.–30 minutes past sunset. Beginning Saturday, April 1, the Adam Aronson Fine Arts Center is open daily from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Drawing from the Collection: 40 Years at Laumeier Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri 63127 Whitaker Foundation Gallery, Adam Aronson Fine Arts Center Saturday, April 1–Sunday, July 16, 2017 Free Opening Reception: Saturday, April 1, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Free Coffee with the Curator: Friday, April 21, 11:00 a.m.

Free Coffee with the Curator: Friday, May 19, 11:00 a.m.

Join Laumeier ’s Curator of Exhibitions Dana Turkovic for a coffee break and casual tour of the current exhibition in commemoration of the organization’s 40th Anniversary, Drawing from the Collection: 40 Years at Laumeier. Refreshments are provided. Free, adult audiences.

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Laumeier Sculpture Park kicked off its 40th Anniversary year with proclamations from the St. Louis County Council and the City of Sunset Hills naming July 1, 2016, “Laumeier Sculpture Park Day” in honor and celebration of 40 years of providing St. Louis residents and visitors with world-class artistic experiences, education programs and special events in the unique cultural landscape of the Park.

Later that month, Laumeier presented a free performance of musical selections in celebration of the Park, organized by Laumeier ’s 2016 In-Residence: Composer Dr. Barbara Harbach and Conductor Dr. James Henry, both faculty at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. The highlight of the recital was a performance of the original composition Laumeier Sculpture Park Anthem, by Dr. Barbara Harbach.

More information about Laumeier ’s history and anniversary activities, including a running list of 40 Ways to Celebrate Laumeier ’s 40th Anniversary, is available on Laumeier ’s website. Multiple social media campaigns, including a yearlong historical highlights campaign and seasonal sculpture interaction guidelines and favorite sculpture spotlight campaigns, can be found on Facebook and Instagram (#tbt, #lovelaumeier, #laumeier40).

History of Laumeier Sculpture Park Founded in 1976, Laumeier is one of the first and largest sculpture parks in the country. In 1968, Mrs. Matilda Laumeier bequeathed the first 72 acres of the future Laumeier Sculpture Park to St. Louis

County in memory of her husband, Henry Laumeier. In 1976, local artist Ernest Trova gifted 40 artworks, with an estimated market value of approximately one million dollars, to St. Louis County for the formation of a sculpture park and gallery.

Laumeier Sculpture Park opened as part of the St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation system on July 7, 1976. One year later, Laumeier Sculpture Park was officially incorporated.

Today, Laumeier is an internationally recognized, nonprofit arts organization that is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and operates in partnership with St. Louis County Parks. Projects and programs are supported by the Mark Twain Laumeier Endowment Fund, the Regional Arts Commission, the University of Missouri-St. Louis, Missouri Arts Council and the Arts and Education Council of St. Louis. Laumeier presents 60 works of large-scale outdoor sculpture in a 105acre park located in the heart of St. Louis County. Free and open daily, Laumeier serves 300,000 visitors of all ages each year through sculpture conservation, education programs, temporary exhibitions and public events.

In 2015, Laumeier closed its first major capital campaign, Sculpting the Future, culminating in the renovation of the Laumeier ’s 1917 Estate House into the Kranzberg Education Lab and the construction of the new Adam Aronson Fine Arts Center for exhibitions, programs and events.

The Arts For The Edge T h e G re a t e r S t . L o u i s A r t Association (GSLAA) presents the 2017 Art Fair at Queeny Park, March 31, through April 2. The show is held at the indoor, climatecontrolled Greensfelder Recreation Center in Queeny Park, on Weidman Road between Manchester and Clayton Roads.

Hours are: Friday 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Admission is $5 at the door, valid all three days, 18 and under are free, $1 off coupon available on the website.

The Art Fair at Queeny Park is one of the most popular, reputable and longest-running art fairs in the bi-state region. Now in its 40th year, the spring fair is perfectly timed to see spectacular art for gifts and colorful spring decorating.

With up to 135 selected, juried a r t i s t s , b o t h l o c a l a n d f ro m across the country, displaying original works in media ranging f ro m p r i n t m a k i n g , c e r a m i c s , p h o t o g r a p h y, j e w e l r y, g l a s s , sculpture, painting, and more, there is a wealth of opportunity to find the perfect item. Collectors and first time art purchasers enjoy the discovery of a new find, chatting with the artist and learning the story or process behind the piece selected.

Fine art and craftwork are both available in a wide price range.

"The Art Fair at Queeny Park brings in favorite artists who return year after year, while at the same time attracting a range of established artists from all over the country to show at the fair for the first time,” said Maggie McCarthy, artist and co-chair of the event.

“I think people enjoy the relaxed setting and the opportunity to talk to the artists and find out what inspired their work. With a wide selection and a wide range of pricing, it is very easy to walk away

with something you love.”

Rounding out the experience is: • Wine tastings during all three

show days • Live music provided by the Ann Dueren trio

• 3 drawings each for $50 or $100 in “art dollars” that can be spent at any artist’s booth

• Children’s activities include the popular Art Discovery Adventure on Sunday afternoon that will e n c o u r a g e t h e i r i n t e re s t a n d knowledge of arts and crafts by letting them create their own works.

• Pottery and egg shell carving demonstrations • A refreshment café serving meals and snacks during the show hours • ATM on site • Vi s i t o r s c a n e n j o y complimentary valet parking throughout regular show hours Proceeds from the $5 admission go to GSLAA’s Art Scholarship Fund and help cover show expenses. Additional scholarship donations may be made at the door. Students majoring in art in area colleges are eligible to apply for the art education scholarship, which is sent directly to the college of his or her choice. For information about the show or the scholarship program please call 314-889-0433 or visit www.ArtFairAtQueenyPark. com

Pictured above and at left are scenes from previous Queeny Park Art Fairs. Photos for The Edge.

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The Arts Artistic adventures Spring edition of Muny Magic at The Sheldon planned

The upcoming spring 2017 production of Muny Magic at The Sheldon will welcome popular Muny artist, Nicholas Rodriguez back to St. Louis for March 29th and 30th.

Nicholas most recently starred at The Muny as The Tin Man in the 2016 production of The Wizard of Oz. In 2015 Nicholas appeared in the two blockbuster hits of that summer season, starring as The Beast in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and as Ritchie Valens in the electrifying production Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. In 2014 he starred in the title role of Disney’s Tarzan.

My 70s Show! will fuse all things you love and remember about the 1970s with the music of Broadway, Bossa Nova, folk, and of course Disco in a unique and intimate evening filled with Nicholas’ charming personality and soulful voice. This two-night concert presentation will be held March 29th and 30th at 7:30 p.m. at The Sheldon Concert Hall, and is proudly sponsored by Kenneth and Nancy Kranzberg.

Nicholas is perhaps best known for the role of Nick Chavez on ABC’s One Life to Live for which he received the GLAAD Media Award and the 2009 Visibility Award. He recently debuted his solo show at the Orlando Cabaret Festival, and the Signature Theatre in Washington, D.C. to rave reviews.

The March 29th and 30th performances of Muny Magic at The Sheldon will be held at The Sheldon Concert Hall - 3648 Washington Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108 - at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $25 - $50.

Tickets will be available January 14th. For more information, visit www.muny.org/munymagic or call The Muny at (314) 361-1900.

St.ART Street Art Festival planned

St. Louis resident and wellness visionary Michael G. Tompkins is pleased to introduce on Valentine’s Day the inaugural St.ART Street Art Festival in St. Louis, Missouri Sept. 30 and Oct 1. The goal of the 2-day festival is to encourage hope, healing and positive dialogue through art— including large canvas painting, p o e t r y, p e r f o r m a n c e a r t , a n d “yarn bombing” trees. During the weekend, a group of inspired local and renowned street artists will convey the emotions of the underprivileged and silenced in the community on large canvases and through spoken word, in the city of St. Louis.

“The divide in St. Louis between those that have and those that have not is undeniable.

Not unlike the iconic St. Louis Arch, art has an ability to bridge the divide. Art brings various opinions together in a way where all opinions are valid. There is no black and white; right or wrong,” says Tompkins. The artists begin the dialogue by conveying the voice and frustration of the people on the first day, then express their vision of our new community on day two. The festival will be interactive with the audience, using yarn bombing on trees for the observers to leave their own personal messages of frustration and hope.

While the first day will be held in Fairgrounds Park, day two will be held at Langenberg Field in Forest Park. Both days are complementary and open to the public from 10am-8pm. Street artists signed on include Basil Kincaid, Cbabi Bayoc, Fnnch, Peat Eyez Wollaeger, Kidlew and Stephen “YARNbomber” Duneier.

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Artists and donors were quick to embrace Tompkins’ vision to use street art to start a dialogue between diverse groups in St. Louis. A recent transplant to St. Louis, Tompkins came up with the idea for St.ART after witnessing a m a z i n g s t re e t a r t f o l l o w i n g the Michael Brown shooting in Ferguson.

D a y o n e o f S t . A R T, t h e canvases will be painted in black and white. The TRUTH of the hopelessness, the desperation of not feeling heard, and the hardships found in our inner city neighborhoods. Day two the theme is: “Hope has color.” In one of the brightest areas that our city celebrates, those same artists will paint in color, their vision of our

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The Arts Arts calendar Thursday, March 9

Round About Theater Company, The Fabuours Gox Theater, 7:30 p.m.

10:00 p.m.

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Friday, March 10

Round About Theater Company, The Fabuours Gox Theater, 7:30 p.m.

10:00 p.m.

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Saturday, March 11

Round About Theater Company, The Fabuours Gox Theater, 7:30 p.m.

10:00 p.m.

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Sunday, March 12

Round About Theater Company, The Fabuours Gox Theater, 7:30 p.m.

10:00 p.m.

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March

31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Monday, March 13

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Tuesday, March 14

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's St. Louis;Ernst Heating & Cooling;E36720;4.25x5 (17Fa) Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater,

St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Wednesday, March 15

Million Dollar Quartet, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until April 9, 2017 Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Thursday, March 16

Million Dollar Quartet, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until April 9, 2017 Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis,

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Friday, March 17

Million Dollar Quartet, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until April 9, 2017 Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Runs until March 19, 2017 The Royale, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until March 26, 2017

Saturday, March 18

Million Dollar Quartet, The Rep, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Runs until April 9, 2017 Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017

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Dining Delights The Edge's own Bill Roseberry, famous for his You Gotta' Eat restaurant reviews, has put together his thoughts on a number of local eateries.

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Foundry Public House 126 N. Main St. Edwardsville A hip newer spot on the Edwardsville food scene, visit here to get your gourmet burger fix and relax with some friends.

Great burgers, including the J-Bird topped with a sunny side up egg.

The chicken wings are pretty good, too. Try the sweet heat, they aren't really spicy, more of a sweet chili taste. If you're looking for a unique experience check out the salmon reuben. It will confuse your palate at first, but you won't be disappointed.

It's small, so can get a little packed, but has friendly service and a pretty good craft beer menu to pass the time.

Gulf Shores Restaurant & Grill 215 Harvard Dr. Edwardsville B e p re p a re d t o w a i t w h e n you visit this new hot spot in Edwardsville, but it's worth it. Make sure to check out the gator bites, they are fantastic. It's alligator meat fried in a corn meal breading. The catfish fillets are fried in the same corn meal breading and equally as good. There are also gator tacos and don't miss “Crabby Monday's Crab Leg Special.” A little pricey though.

Chubby's Warehouse Bar & Grille 1022 E. Broadway Alton Cheap and delicious. The burgers are fantastic here and extremely affordable. They also have a good buffalo chicken sandwich and good tacos. Maybe the best thing they offer is their sweet corn nuggets, you can't go wrong with them. It's cash only so make sure you grab some before you go. Only knock is the service could be a little friendlier.

Mission Taco Joint 908 Lafayette Ave.

Soulard If you like quirky and eclectic twists on Mexican fare then this is the place for you. There are great tacos and burritos like the Brah'rito with carne asada and chipotle bacon. It is freakin' huge, too. They also have torta selections on the menu and a cool carne asada fries choice in the appetizers. Good beer selections there also.

Huddle Bar & Grill 1101 Caseyville Rd. Suite J Caseyville It may look like your average bar, but get a load of the menu and quickly find out it's not. The food is definitely worth a visit. Steak night is a definite time to go. Get a New York strip steak and potato for $9.99.

Check out the peanut butter bacon burger, the asparagus in balsamic sauce and the sweet potato fries drizzled with honey, all are delicious choices.

Strange Donuts 2709 Sutton Blvd.

Maplewood An aptly named donut shop, it is one of the weirdest places you may

ever eat, but weird doesn't mean it's not good. Check out the strangers, which are daily collaborations with other local restaurants. The bacon maple donut and the gooey butter donut are always on the menu and always fantastic choices.

Pirronne’s Pizzeria 1775 Washington St. Florissant T h e p i z z a h e re i s a m a z i n g .

They use provel cheese and have a slew of ingredients to go on top of their thin crust pies.

During the day they have a great buffet lunch special, which also has a salad bar and soups and appetizers.

1860’s Hardshell Café and Saloon 1860 S. 9th St., St. Louis Soulard A great place to get some Cajun and Creole food and have a good time to boot. It’s split into two sides, with the dining area on one end with great items like crab legs, gumbo, po’ boy sandwiches, red beans and rice and wonderful crab cakes. The other half of the building offers a full bar and live

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Lotawata Creek Southern Grill 311 Salem Pl. Fairview Heights Fatten yourself up at this joint.

The menu is ridiculously huge and the portions are even bigger. Get your own plate of fries for a side, or a bucket of onion rings. It offers a creative sandwich portion of the menu and great southern-style dishes, try the Mac Daddy Burger.

You won’t go away hungry here, trust me.

1818 Chophouse 210 S. Buchanan St. Edwardsville This is a great place to grab a steak diinner, that is their signature dish. A good place for a fancy dinner date, the ambience in the dining area is fantastic. It offers extensive breakfast, brunch and

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Sybergs Old Dorsett Rd. Maryland Heights A St. Louis chain restaurant where you can’t go wrong. Check out their awesome selection of pizzas and hot wings and their house-made sauces are fantastic.

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Johnson’s Corner Restaurant 2000 State St. Alton It’s a great neighborhood bar and restaurant. Sit at the bar and have a few drinks with a friendly staff and patrons. As for the food, get your hands on the best breaded pork tenderloin sandwich ever and check out the monster onion rings, too.

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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, w/ (TBA), The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Alex Pesek, Metorana, Cicero's, University City, Doors 6:00 p.m.

Jeff Hamilton Trio, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

D e p t h s O f H a t re d , S o T h i s Is Suffering, Out Of Orbit, S u k u b a s s , F u b a r, S t . L o u i s , Doors 6:00 p.m.

Friday, March 10

El Ten Eleven, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Nick Hakim, w/Solo Woods, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Road to Pointfest 2017 S: 3, Rd:2, Pop's, Sauget, Doors 6:30 p.m.

Integrow, The Roads Below, Matt Jordn Memphis May Fire, blessthefall, Happy won us the game.

Weather Forever: The Music of Weather Report & Return to Forever, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

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Article III, Outcome of Betrayal, Article III, Fubar, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 11

Live Music at Lumiere: Dirty Mugs, Lumiere Live, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Jagged Edge, w/(TBA), The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Slothrust, w/And The Kid, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Ebb & Flow, A Tribute to 311 Saturday Nght Showcase, Cicero's, University City, The Big Break Battle Of The Bands Finale, Fubar, St. Louis, Doors 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 12

Otep, The Convalesence, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 5:30 p.m.

M o z i n g o R o c k U n i v e r s i t y, Cicero's, University City, Doors 3:30 p.m.

King Buffalo, The Judge, Spacetrucker, Fubar, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Monday, March 13

Cave of Swords, Sunset SNST (feat. Chris Broach of Braid), Hope and Therapy, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 14

Mac Sabbath, Metalachi, Okilly Dokilly, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

After the Burial- Carry the Flame Tour, w/Emmure, Fit for a King, Fit for an Autopsy, invent, animate, Signals From Saturn, The Ready Room, St. Louis, Doors 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 15

Excision, w/Cookie Monsta, Barely Alive, Dion Timmer, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Ann Hampton Calloway, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 16

Greensky Bluegrass, w/Cris Jacobs, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Mississippi Clean, Thames, Kerplunk, Cicero's, University City, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Ann Hampton Calloway, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Friday, March 17

Noah Morrison, Benji Gusto and Cam Chaos, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

Blue October, w/(TBA), The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Daniel Kern's Birthday Bash and Cover Show, Cicero's, University City, Doors 6:30 p.m.

Ann Hampton Calloway, Jazz at

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Saturday, March 18

Another Lost Year, Never Say Die, Lullwater, Trustfall, Bound To Break, The Monolithic, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Son Volt, w/Johnny Irion, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

C o n q u e s t - A Tr i b u t e t o T h e Metal God's, Pop's, Sauget, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Natalie Brielle's Spring Break Party, Cicero's, University City, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Ann Hampton Calloway, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 19

Flaw, Righteous Vendetta, Source, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

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Music Tuning in John Legend coming to The Fox Acclaimed, multi-platinum selling, Oscar, Golden Globe and 1 0 x G r a m m y Aw a rd w i n n i n g singer-songwriter John Legend has announced dates for his highly anticipated North American tour, Darkness and Light Tour, which opens Friday, May 12th in Miami, FL. Hitting a number of major cities throughout the US including a stop in St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on June 15 at 7:30 p.m., the multi-city trek will also feature Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Gallant as the opening act.

Tickets are $128, $93, $78, $58 and can be purchased online at metrotix.com, by calling 314-5341111, or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

The tour announces on the heels of Legend’s fifth studio album Darkness and Light, which has received a plethora of critical praise since its December 2nd release on Columbia Records.

USA Today hailed the album as John’s “most personal record” with tracks like “Right By You” which they described as “a heart –tugging rumination on his 7-month old daughter, Luna.”

Time Magazine called the body of work “unflappably classy” while the New York Times said Legend “treats love as something far more complex than a panacea and a fount of perpetual reassurance, with music to match.” Continuing, the New York Times pointed to the album’s most recent anthemic hit single, “Love Me Now”, which they praised as “a seize the moment song”, that “revolves around an insistent, lo-fi piano fi gure, and its chorus fi rst arrives with Mr. Legend nearly alone, singing over simple, fading chords”.

Legend also continues his successful foray into the world of film as one of the principles for production company Get Lifted Film Co., which has an executive producing credit on the 14-time O s c a r- n o m i n a t e d f i l m L a L a Land in which John also appears, playing a jazz band leader named K e i t h a l o n g s i d e s t a r s Ry a n Gosling and Emma Stone. Legend also contributed to the film’s soundtrack with the original song “Start a Fire.” To date, La La Land has taken home an impressive six Golden Globe Awards, two SAG Awards and a PGA Award.

John has also partnered with CID Entertainment to offer special enhanced experiences on tour this summer. Packages include premium reserved seating and amenities ranging from a Meet & Greet with John to an invitation to the LVE Wine Cellar complete with a wine tasting of John Legend's exclusive LVE Collection. For full package details, visit http://www. cidentertainment.com/events/ john-legend-tour-2017/ Ohio-born John Legend is a critically acclaimed, multiaward winning, platinum-selling s i n g e r - s o n g w r i t e r. H i s w o r k has garnered him ten Grammy Aw a rd s , a n A c a d e m y Aw a rd , a Golden Globe Award, the BET Award for Best New Artist and the special Starlight Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame, among others. Legend’s debut album, Get Lifted, was released in December of 2004 through Columbia Records.

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“Ordinary People,” and scored Legend multiple Grammy Awards in 2006, including Best R&B Album, Best New Artist and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. The follow up was 2006’s platinumselling Once Again, which brought Legend another Grammy, Best Male R&B Performance, for his single “Heaven,” and included collaborations with Kanye West, will.i.am and Raphael Saadiq.

Legend’s next release was 2008’s Evolver, led by the hit single "Green Light" featuring Andre 3000. His 2010 collaboration with the Roots, Wake Up, won the Grammy for Best R&B Album a year later. Legend’s highly acclaimed fourth studio album Love In the Future, features “All of Me,” Legend’s highest selling and charting song to date, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #1 on both Mainstream Top 40 and Rhythmic charts. Legend won his first Academy Award, first Golden Globe Award, a Grammy award, and a Critic’s Choice Award for his song “Glory,” that he wrote and performed with Common, for the film SELMA. Throughout his career, Legend has worked to make a difference in the lives of others. In 2007, he launched the Show Me Campaign (ShowMeCampaign. org), an initiative that focuses on education as a key to break the cycle of poverty. The 2010 BET Humanitarian of the Year award, the 2009 CARE Humanitarian Award for Global Change, the 2 0 0 9 B i s h o p J o h n T. Wa l k e r Distinguished Humanitarian Service Award from Africare and the 2011 Harvard Foundation Artist of the Year Award recognize Legend's efforts and leadership in this arena. John sits on the boards of The Education Equality Project, Teach for America, Stand for Children and the Harlem Village Academies and co-chairs the Harlem Village Academies’ National Leadership Board.

Additionally, Legend supports LRNG, a movement dedicated to inspiring innovation in the l e a r n i n g p ro c e s s t o o n e t h a t better reflects the world we live in today. In 2015 Legend initiated the #FreeAmerica campaign,

designed to change the national conversation of our country’s misguided policies and to make a change in America’s criminal justice system.

Sturgill Simpson coming to The Fox Sturgill Simpson will embark on a series of tour dates later this year, including a stop at the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis on Thursday, September 21. Other stops include New York’s Radio City Music Hall, Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre and L.A.’s Greek Theatre as well as previously announced headline slots at Louisville’s Forecastle Festival July 14-16 and Birmingham’s Sloss Music & Arts Festival July 15-16.

The performances will feature material from throughout Simpson’s catalog and is his way of thanking fans—both old and new—for a series of unprecedented years.

Tickets are $62.50, $42.50, $37.50, $32.50, $28 and are available online at metrotix.com, by calling 314-5341111, or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

The 2017 tour celebrates a series of breakthrough years for the acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer who is nominated for Album of the Year and Best Country Album at this weekend’s 59th Annual Grammy Awards for his acclaimed new album, A Sailor’s Guide To Earth. Simpson is also confirmed to perform on the live awards show, which will broadcast on CBS from L.A.’s Staples Center this Sunday, February 12 at 8/7c with host James Corden.

Out now on Atlantic Records (purchase here), A Sailor ’s Guide To Earth continues to receive overwhelming critical acclaim with recent “Best of 2016” coverage running at The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, NPR Music, Rolling Stone, Stereogum, Pitchfork, Salon, Billboard, The Atlantic, Paste, SPIN, American Songwriter among many others. Moreover, since the album’s release, Simpson has performed on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah,” “Conan,” “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Late Night with Seth

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Meyers,” “Charlie Rose” and, most recently, the 2017 debut episode of “Saturday Night Live.”

"Back To The Eighties" tour coming to St. Charles 102.5 KEZK presents “Back To The Eighties” The Retro Futura Tour featuring Howard Jones plus The English Beat, Men Without Hats, Modern English, Katrina (from Katrina & The Waves) & Annabella’s Bow Wow Wow on Aug. 19 at the Family Arena in St. Charles.

It was in 1983 that Howard Jones first burst upon the contemporary music scene with his very English songwriting, pioneering synthesizers and thought provoking lyrics. The first two albums, ‘Humans Lib’ and ‘Dream into Action’, brought Howard a host of hits including ‘New Song’,‘Things Can Only Get Better,’ ‘What is Love?,’ ‘Pearl In The Shell,’ ‘Like to Get To know You Well,’ ‘Hide And Seek’ (performed at Live Aid), ‘Look Mama,’ and ‘No One Is To Blame’, which reached No.1 in the US. Howard has sold over 8 million albums across the globe and is one of a select group of British artists who have comprehensively ‘broken America’.

Hailing from working-class Birmingham, England, Dave Wakeling and The English Beat entered the music scene in the 1979 - a time of social, political and musical upheaval. They managed to fuse all of their respective musical influences - soul, reggae, pop and punk - into a unique sound that was highly danceable. Today Wakeling tours with an amazing all-star ska backing band playing the hits of The English Beat and General Public.

Modern English are an English rock band best remembered for their songs ‘I Melt with You,’ ‘Hands Across the Sea,’ and ‘Ink and Paper.’

The new wave synth pop

collective Men Without Hats were formed in 1980 by brothers Ivan and Stefan Doroschuk. Ivan was the leader of the group, writing the majority of the songs and providing the lead vocals. Taken from their debut, the single ‘The Safety Dance’ became a major hit, peaking on the American charts at number three in 1983. Driven by an insistent threechord synthesizer riff, the song was one of the biggest synth pop hits of the new wave era.

Katrina and The Waves had their first big break in 1984 when The Bangles covered their song ‘Going Down To Liverpool’. This drew attention to the group and lead to a deal with Capitol Records.

Their first album was a substantial critical and commercial success and ‘Walking on Sunshine’ was a worldwide hit earning top ten spots around the globe. Since then, the song has been broadcasted over 2,500,000 times in the U.S. Annabella Lwin, at the tender age of 14, was one of the most photographed, talked about and popular vocalists in the early 80’s with her band, BOW WOW WOW, who enjoyed success with massive hits such as ‘I Want Candy’, ’Do U wanna Hold Me?’, ‘Go Wild in the Country’ and ‘C30, C60, C90, Go!’ Her unique vocals defined the sound of a new and energetic p o p c u l t u re ; h e r m e m o r a b l e performances influencing and inspiring a brand new wave of up–and–coming artists such as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, No Doubt, Smashing Pumpkins and Green Day amongst others.

Tickets can be purchased at the Family Arena Ticket Office or online at www.metrotix.com. and are $95 (Gold Circle), $85 (Floor), $65 (100 Level Sidelines), $60 (100 Level Endzone), $45 (Upper Level) To charge by phone call MetroTix at 314-534-1111. For help purchasing accessible seating, please call The Family Arena ADA Hotline at 636896-4234.

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The Village of Glen Carbon is seeking a qualified individual to fill a full-time/part-time temporary administrative assistant position to provide support to the Building and Zoning Department.

Duties for the position include performing a wide range of administrative support, record keeping, general clerical duties, and project based work. Requires extensive knowledge of word processing and other related office software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and database experience. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, and 3 professional references with contact information by 4:30pm on Friday, March 10, 2017 Lori Gibson, Human Resource Coordinator Village of Glen Carbon 51 North Main Street Glen Carbon, IL 62034 E-mail: lgibson@glen-carbon.il.us Phone: 618-288-2608 Fax: 618-288-1238.

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