Kevin A. Roberts
April 19: Blues v. Blackhawks
This weekend, dress up your pets for the Beggin’ Pet Parade, sample dishes at Soulard restaurants, cheer on the Blues in a matchup against the Blackhawks, and more.
February 6: Leo Kottke
Folk singer Leo Kottke is known for his finger-picking style, his polyphonic melodies, and his warm onstage patter and persona. 8 p.m. $40 & $45. The Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington, 314-534-1111, thesheldon.org.
February 6 & 8: Cantus
If you think choral music is just a holiday thing, the nine-member group Cantus will convince you that it should be a year-round pleasure. $10–$35. Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center, 1 University, 314-516-4949, touhill.org.
February 7 & 8: Taste of Soulard
This self-guided tasting and pup crawl includes a Southern Comfort drink voucher and six food vouchers, which you can use to sample six dishes from a range of Cajun-inspired options. Free trolley rides will be available Saturday. $25. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat & Sun. Visit mardigrasinc.com for a list of participating restaurants and bars.
February 8: Beggin’ Pet Parade
Bring your furry friends to this annual costumed pet parade in Soulard. Then, enjoy a concert from Blues Traveler. Tony La Russa serves as this year’s grand marshal. Proceeds benefit Open Door Animal Sanctuary. $10 donation for entry, free to watch. 1 p.m. Parade begins at 12th and Allen, mardigrasinc.com.
February 8: Blues v. Blackhawks
The surging Blues take on the rival Chicago Blackhawks in an exciting daytime division matchup. Celebrate Mardi Gras outside section 124 with live music from Rocky Mountain Oysters, a beer garden, New Orleans-inspired menu items, and more. $87–$380. 11:30. Scottrade Center, 1401 Clark, blues.nhl.com.
