music unites | The African Children’s Choir is coming to the StL. The Ugandan choir has been touring for more than 40 years. The 17 members will be hosted by local families to share in an exchange of customs, food and culture. On Nov. 14, the choir will hold a free concert at Berea Temple International Church at 7 p.m. For more information, visit africanchildrenschoir.com.
The National Museum of Transportation has opened a new resale shop dedicated to supporting its mission of preserving and showcasing America’s transportation heritage. Located in the Barrett Station Depot, the Donation Depot offers a variety of gently used treasures for resale. Donations are welcome. To learn more, visit tnmot.org.
taking the helm
St. Louis Shakespeare Festival has appointed Kate Tichelkamp as its first executive director. Tichelkamp previously served as the organization’s director of development. She will join producing artistic director Tom Ridgely in leading the festival, which celebrated its 25th anniversary this season.
The St. Louis Storytelling Festival is returning Nov. 10-16. Hosted by the St. Louis County Library, the festival will include performances by nationally renowned storytellers, the Amateur Story Hour, workshops on writing and storytelling, and more. To
check out the complete schedule, visit slcl.org/storytelling.
a big arrival!
The first rhino herd arrived at Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park. Five southern white rhinoceros have settled into the state-of-the-art rhino barn. WildCare Park, a new safari park and conservation center in South St. Louis County, is expected to welcome its first human visitors in 2027.
