Photography courtesy of the Angad Arts Hotel
Habitat | December 3
Mostly self-taught St. Louis artist J.B. Nearsy is showing new works for the Angad Arts Hotel’s quarterly exhibit. The graffiti writer–turned–accountant–turned–internationally shown artist examines big questions of spirituality and psychology with a positive vein as a through-line. Free. Opening reception 5–8 p.m. Fri. Angad Arts Hotel, 3550 Samuel Shepard.
TEDxStLouis “What Now?” and “What Next?” | December 3
Check in with some fine minds this Friday via TEDx. First, beginning Friday at 1 p.m., “What Now?” looks at women’s’ contributions driving the conversation forward in design, entertainment, technology, science, and culture. Then, at 6 p.m., “What’s Next?” looks to innovations for the future, from unreasonable generosity to daring greatly to eating insects. See website for prices and details. America’s Center, 701 Convention Plaza.
Patton Oswalt: Who’s Ready to Laugh? | December 4
Oh, Patton. We are all ready to laugh, and so it’s good you’re coming to visit us again. The veteran actor, writer, and all-around entertainer brings his standup—typically at turns wry and touching—to St. Louis. Oswalt specials net Emmys and Grammys, his new stop-motion adult animation M.O.D.O.K. is a worthy addition to the Marvel universe, and (it became clear on a pandemic re-binge) he really carried cult Netflix hit BoJack Horseman. Tickets start at $39.50. 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. The Pageant, 6161 Delmar.
A Stout Affair | December 4
Gezellig's fifth anniversary looks like quite a party, with an intriguing selection of stouts from Perennial, Pipeworks, Founders, 4 Hands, Surly, and 2nd Shift. It’s a bluegrass affair with Jason Scroggins, Gavin Duffy, Cecil Tinnon, and more. In the interest of good health and class, enjoy a group beer shotgun at 4:20 p.m. Gezellig Taphouse & Bottleshop, 4191 Manchester.
Grinchmas | December 4
Santa who? On Saturday morning, stop by the South Grand location of Apotheosis Comics & Lounge, where the Garlic-Souled One will be spreading cheer and raising funds for Shriners Hospital for Children. For $7 (or $5 with a toy donation), get a priceless photo with the Grinch. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Apotheosis Comics & Lounge, 3206 S. Grand.
