Alyssa Vaughn
Appy Halloween
As a parent, the scariest part of Halloween isn’t the monsters ringing your doorbell—it’s the thought of your child’s safety being compromised. Keep a watchful eye on your trick-or-treaters this Halloween with these free smartphone apps. Read more
Advice From Dietitians for Raising Healthy Children
When it comes to new things, I tell parents not to give up. Kids are prone to change, so if they reject something one time, it doesn’t mean they won’t eventually learn to love it. It can take 20 exposures to a certain food for a child to like it. Read more
Photo by Sarah McColgan
LouFest 2015: Nico & Vinz
Norwegian pop duo Nico & Vinz talk about their passions for their cultures, their love for music festivals, and their blink-of-an-eye rise to international stardom. Read more
Photo courtesy of Republic Records
LouFest 2015: The Avett Brothers
This year alone, the Avett Brothers are headlining at the Minnesota State Fair, the Speed of Sound Festival in New York, and the Boston Calling Music Festival—but they are especially anticipating their performance at LouFest. Read more
Photo by Jonathan Weiner
LouFest 2015: Delta Rae
The rich, cinematic quality of Delta Rae's music makes them a standout in this year's LouFest lineup. Read more
Doctor For a Day
Students are learning about their dream jobs’ realities at an earlier age. Read more
Sitting in Style
As the Arch turns 50, local designers pay homage to architect Eero Saarinen’s smaller creations. Read more
Photography by Kevin A. Roberts
Inside Silver Wing Studio
Rick Wood spent five years earning an architecture degree only to change his career path altogether. “I’m the kind of guy who would rather be doing something with his hands—with jeans on and rock ’n’ roll on the stereo... Read more
“Something Sketchy” Promises a Hilarious Night of Sketch Comedy Competition
Prepare your funny bone—because Something Sketchy This Way Comes. Read more
Photograph courtesy of STAGES St. Louis
“Anything Goes” is Delightful, Delicious, and De-Lovely at STAGES
On a small stage with an intimate audience, every word, facial expression, and dance step can be appreciated, and with a cast like this, you’ll want to be in the front row. Read more
The cast of "Into the Woods." Photograph courtesy of The Muny
The Muny's "Into the Woods" Enchants
With the greenery of Forest Park surrounding The Muny on all sides, it’s hard to believe that Into the Woods doesn’t make an annual appearance in the season lineup. Read more
Photo courtesy of Chris Grega
St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase 2015: "Weldonkrieg"
Chris Grega's first feature-length documentary focuses around Weldon Spring’s unique claim to fame as the birthplace of World War II battle reenactments. Read more
Illustration by Andrew Kay
St. Louis Health Progress
Intriguing information about the latest health advancements in St. Louis. Read more
Photograph courtesy of The Muny
The Muny Rocks and Rolls With This Week’s “Buddy”
Before Act I even begins, it’s clear that "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story" is quite unlike the rest of the season so far. Read more
Photograph courtesy of The Muny
The Muny’s "Holiday Inn" is Dated, But Delightful
This week, walking into The Muny means walking straight into the golden age of Hollywood as Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn" takes its turn on the stage. Read more
Photo courtesy of Kendra Scott.
Kendra Scott Boutique to Open this Fall in St. Louis
Kendra Scott, the jewelry store, will open this fall in St. Louis. lt will carry the company's signature and seasonal jewelry collections, including popular pieces like the Danielle Earring, Naomi Double Ring and Elisa Pendant Necklace. Read more
Joyce El-Khoury as Emmeline Mosher and John Irvin as Matthew Gurney in Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ 2015 production of "Emmeline." © Ken Howard, 2015
Opera Theatre Takes a Risk with the Hauntingly Beautiful "Emmeline"
"Emmeline" is uniquely demanding on both performers and audience members—but is a well-worthy risk. Read more
