Aug. 1: Greater St. Louis Iris Society Plant Sale
- What: Shop iris plants from the Garden’s displays to plan in your own landscapes. Members of the Greater St. Louis Iris Society will be available to offer plant care advice and share information about their organization.
- Where: Missouri Botanical Garden
- When: Aug. 1, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Price: Included with Garden admission
Aug. 2 : Sourdough Starter Workshop
- What: Join Rooted Provisions for an introduction to sourdough designed to equip you with the essential techniques for successful bread-making at home. Led by Grace Leon, this immersive session will cover the art and science behind crafting a delicious sourdough loaf from scratch.
- Where: The Studio at Bowood Farms
- When: Aug. 2, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Price: $85
Aug. 4: Tomatoes and Basil are vine and dandy
- What: Tomatoes and basil are best friends in the garden and unbeatable for creating vibrant summer dishes. Enjoy creamy tomato-basil bisque, vine-ripened tomato-basil fresh pasta with gorgonzola and roasted garlic, caramelized tomato tart with tomato jam and basil pesto, and baked tomato-basil à la provençale
- Where: Kitchen Conservatory
- When: Aug. 4, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Price: $55
Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26: Wine Down Wednesdays
- What: The Hill Antique Market stays open until 8 p.m. on Wednesdays. Just steps away, order a glass of wine and then wander the aisles for more vintage shopping.
- Where: The Hill Antique Market
- When: Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26, open until 8 p.m.
- Price: N/A
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Aug. 7: Pumpkin Making 101
- What: You’ve learned to blow glass, now learn to make pumpkins from a TDG veteran instructor. This one day workshop serves as a start to your pumpkin-selling journey this fall. Prerequisite: Completion of Glassblowing 1, Minimum 15 years of age.
- Where: Third Degree Glass
- When: Aug. 7, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Price: $120
Aug. 20: Seasonal Floral Arranging Class
- What: Led by in-house florist Grace Giesler, this session covers the fundamentals of floral care, including how to properly cut stems, design a balanced arrangement, and extend the life of fresh flowers. Participants will create a seasonal arrangement to take home.
- Where: Civil Alchemy
- When: Aug. 20, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Price: $95
Aug. 28-30: Honeycrisp Weekend
- What: Visit the Belleville and Grafton farms to experience an apple harvest. Pick your own Honeycrisp apples from the orchard while they last. Honeycrisps are known for their crunch, sweetness, and flavor.
- Where: Eckert’s Farms
- When: Aug. 28-30, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Price: N/A
Aug. 29: The Muny Presents Lionel Richie
- What: Lionel Richie, one of the most celebrated artists in music history, will headline a one-night-only performance at The Muny’s annual summer-finale concert.
- Where: The Muny in Forest Park
- When: Aug. 29, 8:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Price: $75-$300
Aug. 29-30: Festival of Nations
- What: St. Louis welcomes more than eighty countries across more than 100 vendors, plus dozens of stage performances and interactive experiences. Enjoy music, flavors, art, and culture from around the world—powered by the International Institute of St. Louis.
- Where: Tower Grove Park
- When: Aug. 29 and 30, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Price: N/A
Aug. 30: Flower Arranging for Beginners
- What: Learn the basics of floral arranging from a professional florist. You’ll also learn which flowers are the easiest to grow for a thriving cut flower garden.
- Where: Frisella Nursery
- When: Aug. 30, 1 to 3 p.m.
- Price: $15
