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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 -
Colonial Conundrum
Dear Homework,
Our ranch is a great family home, but it looks like so many other ranches in our neighborhood. We have considered new shutters, columns, front door and siding. We would love …Read More -
Asking a Lot
Dear Homework,
Our home is located in a charming ’20s-era enclave in Olivette. We have completed many interior projects and now would like to tackle an addition and exterior refresh. We …Read More -
Looking for Inspiration
Dear Homework,
Our two-story, stucco home needs some help. Beyond the 4-foot roof overhang and a horizontal trim band, there aren’t many architectural flourishes. My wife and I have been …Read More -
Long Way to Go
Dear Homework, We recently purchased a ranch home built in 1959. We’ve cleared much of the larger trees and plants from the front of the house and plan to remove the smaller bushes when …Read More
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Ranch Redo
Dear Homework,
We purchased our home recently and love the ranch floor plan. However, the outside needs some curb appeal. We would love a front porch or verandah, something to break up the …Read More -
Make It More Modern
Dear Homework,
We purchased our home five years ago and fell in love with the modern interior design. While the outside is contemporary as well, it’s not as eye-catching or monochromatic. …Read More -
Deerly in Need of Advice
Dear Homework,
After 30 years, the extensive line of yew bushes in front of our house needs to be replaced. We would like to add plants in a variety of colors and shapes, but are …Read More -
Homework: 1.31.18
Dear Homework,
Our contemporary home has served us well for many years, but now we feel like it’s time for an update. Could you give us suggestions to dramatically improve the appearance …Read More -
The Confounded Colonial
Dear Homework,
We just purchased our first home and are so excited about its potential. However, we have come to a creative block with the front of the house. We’d love to paint the …Read More
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Feb21Wed
In many ways, 1950s-era street photographer Vivian Maier remains a mystery. Gain some insight into her 40-year career with Vivian Maier: Photography’s Lost Voice.
Open Wednesday – Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission:
IPHF Members Free
$10 Non-Members
$5 Students/Seniors/Children 6-12
Children 5 and Under FreeFeb28Wed
Multimedia installation by artist Melissa Stern in collaboration with 24 poets, novelists, screenwriters, playwrights and actors.
Mar1Thu
Works by fine arts photography students from Kirkwood High School.
Mar14Wed
A juried exhibition featuring 32 artists 70 and older from the greater St. Louis region. Hours are 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturdays.
Apr6Fri
Art collector Ronnie Greenberg unveils a rare collection of lesser-known drawings and prints by French artist Henri Matisse. Along with Pablo Picasso, Matisse is considered one of the key figures of early 20th century art.
Apr8SunApril 8: Bach’s Brandenberg Concertos: Lecture at 1:30 p.m., followed by 3 p.m. performance. Salem United Methodist Church, free
April 13: The Art of Bach: Ken Kulosa performs along with live painters and dancers from The Big Muddy Dance Company. St. Louis Art Museum, 7 p.m., $15
April 14: Bach Spring Sing: Learn more about the composer’s music and sing along. Central Presbyterian Church, 9 a.m., $10
April 15: Young Artist Recital: Featuring the Bach Socety Young Artists. St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 3 p.m., free
April 22: From Bach to Bernstein: Performance by soprano Marlissa Hudson. Ethical Society of St. Louis, 3 p.m., $20
April 24: Bach & Jazz. Familiar melodies presented in a unique jazz style. Jazz St. Louis, 6 p.m., $35
April 28: Bach’s St. Matthew Passion: Experience the power and intimacy of this masterpiece through the composer’s account of the Gospel story. Pillsbury Chapel, Missouri Baptist University, 2 p.m. $25-$45
Apr13Fri
Artist Sandy Haynes exhibits her architectural and landscape pieces. Show runs from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.
Apr15SunTraveling exhibition from more than 100 artists who have created sculptures using firearm parts from community buy-back programs. Part of the exhibit is also showing at the Craft Alliance for Art + Design at 6640 Delmar Blvd.
Four solo exhibitions by artists James Austin Murray, Carmon Colangelo, Bunny Burson and Laura Beard. On view Tuesday-Thursday.
Apr26ThuProceeds benefit the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition.
A discussion of fine jewelry, silver and decorative art to benefit the Clayton Century Foundation. Visitors can bring objects they believe to be of value for scheduled appointments with an appraisal specialist. Cost is $35 for the event only or $50 for the event and appraisal.
Apr28SatProceeds benefit the Assistance League of St. Louis.
Proceeds benefit the Guardian Angel Settlement Association.
Singer-songwriter John Legend headlines this annual fundraiser for Variety children’s charity. (Ticket cost for dinner is $1,000 per person through varietystl.org.) For the dinner portion of the event, cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m. For the concert, doors open at 7:30 and the concert begins at 8. Legend’s performance starts at 9.
Proceeds benefit St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Doors open at 6 and trivia begins at 7.
Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis.
Featuring performances by artists who participated in the Motown movement of the 1960s. Show times are 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Aspiring young performers give Broadway-style performances while competing for scholarships and other prizes. Event is free but tickets are required.
Apr29SunShoes and clothing from local boutiques will be featured at this fundraiser for Lydia’s House. Registration is free, but guests are asked to make a donation of their choice.
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