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Stumped in Ladue
Dear Homework,
I’m hoping you will be able to help with the back of our house. In short, it’s pretty boring. It faces north, so it only receives direct sunlight for about three or four …Read More -
Trapped Between Two Styles
Dear Homework,
Our house has been a great family home for the last 14 years, and we love its location and interior layout. But we would appreciate your opinion on how to enhance its curb …Read More -
Casa Incompletea
Dear Homework,
We purchased our 1973 Spanish Revival home from the original owner. The house is not our ideal style, but it sits on nearly 4 acres, providing us with the privacy and …Read More -
Will This Be Enough?
Dear Homework,
After nearly 30 years of living in our Dutch Colonial home, it’s time we focused on the exterior and freshened up its curb appeal. We intend to remove the original slate …Read More -
Modest Improvements Sought
Dear Homework,
We would like to make some affordable updates to the rear of our 20-year-old ranch. As you can see, it really has no detail or color. We wonder if maroon shutters (to match …Read More -
Time for an Update
Dear Homework,
Fourteen years ago, you designed our prairie style home, and we have loved living here ever since. Lately, we have been thinking about adding a shade pavilion to the north …Read More -
Dreaming of Outdoor Dining
Dear Homework, Would you like to tackle a backyard puzzle? We live in a 1950s ranch in Kirkwood and love to eat outside. Our backyard has been neglected since we moved in years ago. We …Read More
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Roadmap to the Future
Dear Homework,
My family recently purchased this Colonial-style ranch. The previous owner implemented many interior upgrades, allowing us the luxury of focusing on the exterior. How might …Read More -
Been Watching Too Much Fixer Upper
Dear Homework,
We recently purchased a somewhat forlorn Colonial on a street of charming period homes in University City. The original house received a clunky addition that provides great …Read More -
Desperate in Des Peres II
Dear Homework,
Several years ago, you gave us much appreciated advice for transforming our front yard into a beautiful English country floral garden. Recently we had to correct some …Read More
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Jun6Wed
Exhibit explores how the sport is portrayed and includes photos of iconic players. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Sat.
Jun29FriNighttime multimedia experience that takes guests on a one-mile walk.
Jul12ThuThe setting is 1890s London and two friends use the pseudonym “Earnest” for their activities on the side. Hilarity ensues. Showtimes vary.
Jul13FriA variety of locally produced films, from documentaries to full-length fiction features. Showtimes vary.
Jul15SunThis is a 30-day pop-up store offering new and gently used designer fashions, shoes and accessories. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. on Sunday.
Jul20FriFavorite local boutiques get together for an end-of-season sale to benefit the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition. Event is from 4-7 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.
Hit the rooftop for A Midsummer Night’s Drink, a Young Friends of the Arts event under the stars at Centene Center for the Arts. Celebrate the local creative scene and enjoy music, drinks and food. Proceeds benefit the Arts and Education Council.Jul21SatEvent benefits Blackout Melanoma.
Learn about the heavens this weekend at Gateway to Mars, a presentation by NASA and Washington University scientist Michael Bouchard. He’ll discuss St. Louis’ role in Mars Rover projects and expeditions. Outdoor telescope viewing will follow, weather permitting.
Jul28SatEvent benefits Gateway to Hope.
Aug3FriExhibition of watercolors depicting prestigious golf courses by local artist Paul Kuchno. Hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sunday.
This installment of the free event will feature the tango.
This year’s installment kicks off with a showing of “Raiders of the Lost Ark.”
Aug9ThuFour days of competition on the green, with 156 players.
Schedule of Events:
Mon., Aug. 6: Practice rounds
Tues., Aug. 7: Practice rounds
Wed., Aug. 8: Practice rounds
Thurs., Aug. 9: Round 1
Fri., Aug. 10: Round 2
Sat., Aug. 11: Round 3
Sun., Aug. 12: Round 4
The festival’s theme this year is “Voices Rising,” and each chamber music performance will feature a cultural twist. Times and venues vary. See website for details.
Listen to live blues as you float down the Mississippi in a Gateway riverboat. Also on Aug. 23.
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