Let Them Eat Art in Maplewood | July 11
It’s the 20th year of Maplewood’s Let Them Eat Art celebration. The name makes cheeky reference to the phrase supposedly uttered by Marie Antoinette, admonishing breadless peasants to eat cake instead. The mood is whimsical, and the arts are at the fore, with more than 70 artists demonstrating and selling their work. Enjoy live art demonstrations, music, shopping, kids’ activities, and, of course, food and drink. 6–10 p.m., downtown Maplewood.
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Bastille Day Celebration at Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion | July 13
The Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion has celebrated Bastille Day since 1880. Generations of the DeMenil family carried on the tradition for many years. These days, the historic building is maintained by the Chatillon-DeMenil House Foundation, and the party continues. Take in delicious French food and drink, and let the sounds of the jazz trio Dizzy Atmosphere transport you to a French bistro. Join in a spirited group sing of La Marseillaise, and hear excerpts from The Rights of Man. $12. Noon–3 p.m. Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion, 3352 Demenil Place.
Soulard Bastille Day Celebration | July 12
On Saturday, Soulard Saint Louis, the Soulard Restoration Group, and the Soulard Business Association gather in the city neighborhood that wears our French heritage most of all. The organizations nominate a king and queen, but the honor is short-lived—they’ll be “beheaded” in Soulard Market Park after the local peasants chase them through the neighborhood. Afterward, the Soulard Summer Concert Series kicks off at 6 p.m. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. Soulard Market Park.
La Fête Nationale Luncheon at the Missouri Athletic Club | July 12
The Société Française de St. Louis and Alliance Française de St. Louis host a luncheon at the downtown location of the Missouri Athletic Club. This event celebrates all things French. $45. Cash bar opens at 11:30 a.m., luncheon at noon. Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington.
SLAM Social—Roaring | July 11
Saint Louis Art Museum’s swanky show Roaring: Art, Fashion, and the Automobile in France, 1918-1939 makes a pretty great backdrop for a Bastille Day celebration. Beyond the always-free-on-Fridays entry to the show, this week features specialty cocktails and French tunes from Joe Park and the Hot Club of St. Louis and Elsie Parker and the Poor People of Paris. The party goes from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with free entry and a cash bar. One Fine Arts Drive.
