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From the Garden: Salvia
I often get asked which plants are my favorites. As a garden designer and lifelong plant connoisseur, that can feel like a trick question. But if you want a plant that is hardy, …Read More
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From the Garden: Growing Herbs
Herbs are incredibly useful—and they’re also beautiful and fragrant! I have herbs everywhere throughout the farm: in the vegetable garden, potted in containers and mixed in with …Read More
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The Glory of Sunflowers
Each spring, as I stare into a handful of sunflower seeds, it’s exciting to imagine the beauty and joy each one has in store! Sunflowers are simple, bold and oh-so-easy to grow. All …Read More
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Fragrant Plants
Blooms are great for adding visual interest to a landscape and attracting those all-important pollinators. When I’m planning my garden, I like to incorporate fragrant flowers and herbs. …Read More
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From the Garden: Growing Berries
To my delight, growing food at home has become increasingly popular in recent years. More and more backyard gardens are springing to life as the trend grows, and my research shows berry …Read More
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Ready, Set, Prune!
The first thing everyone should know about pruning is that, much like a bad haircut, a botched pruning job will grow out eventually. The chances of getting the job done right are improved …Read More
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From the Garden: Evergreens
As the colors of your garden start to fade, you may find yourself longing for the days when they were abundant, when green grass seemed to be around every corner. Instead of waiting until …Read More
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Caring for Poinsettias
Poinsettias are among the most popular holiday houseplants, and it’s easy to see why. The traditional red and green varieties can’t be beat when it comes to decorating for Christmas. …Read More
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Gearing Up For Winter
It’s hard to believe that the end of daylight saving time is already here. It seems like just yesterday that we were springing forward. Now that it’s dark by the time I get home from …Read More
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From the Garden: Fruit of Fall
Apples have always been more popular than pears, and I’ve often wondered, if Eve had eaten a pear instead of an apple, would that still be the case? Though the pear may not be associated …Read More
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Jun1Fri
Performance is part of Shakespeare Festival St. Louis. Lawn seating is free; individual seats can be purchased.
Jun6Wed
Exhibit explores how the sport is portrayed and includes photos of iconic players. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Sat.
Jun11MonHigh schoolers can learn music and have fun with the St. Louis Children’s Choirs.
Jun18MonMake music and new friends with the St. Louis Children’s Choirs. For children 8-11.
Jun19TueGet the guys together to watch the Cardinals take on the Philadelphia Phillies as you bid on silent auction items to benefit the Back to School Store. Event cost includes drinks and appetizers and sponsorships also are available. Organized by the National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis.
In its 10th year, this event focuses on the foods pollinators help provide.
Jun21ThuEnjoy a day of playing Bridge to help raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association.
Gallery walk, literary event, live music, culinary demonstrations and more. Times TBA.
Max & Louie productions presents Angela Ingersoll as Judy Garland in this play about the actress’ tumultuous life. Showtimes vary.
Jun23SatOne-night event takes place on the hotel rooftop and in the Sky Lobby. Artists tell the stories of rescued animals through different media.
Jun26TueSample three different re-MAKE projects assembled from discarded goods.
Fun-filled night of musical theater songs from the height of Broadway’s Golden Age.
TLC’s Long Island Medium shares personal stories and interacts with guests.
TLC’s Long Island Medium shares personal stories and interacts with guests.
Jun28ThuThe largest fencing tournament in the world comes to St. Louis. Times vary.
Event includes live music, dancing, games, kiddie rides, buffet, drinks and fireworks display.
Jun29Fri
Exhibit features work by award-winning artists. Hours are 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Friday & 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday.
Nighttime multimedia experience that takes guests on a one-mile walk.
Jun30SatEvent benefits Friends of Kids with Cancer.
Jul4Wed
The following are event highlights. For a full schedule, visit fairstlouis.org.
Wednesday, July 4:
- 9:30 a.m. – America’s Birthday Parade in downtown St. Louis
- Noon – Fair opens
- 12:30 p.m. – Boeing Air Show
- 5:30 – Amelia Eisenhauer performs on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 8:30 p.m. – St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performance
- 9:35 p.m. – Fireworks show
Thursday, July 5:
- 4 p.m. – Fair opens
- 4:45 p.m. – Dirty mugs perform on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 6:30 p.m. – Andy Grammer performs on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 8:15 – Jason Derulo performs on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 9:35 p.m. – Fireworks display
Friday, July 6:
- Noon – Fair opens
- 1:15 – Fire for Effect, on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 2:45 p.m. – Danielle Bradbery, on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 4:15 p.m. – Raelynn, on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 5:30 p.m. – Salute to the Troops ceremony
- 8 p.m. – Martina McBride, on Enterprise Rent-A-Car stage
- 9:35 p.m. – Fireworks display
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