Jen Roberts is a St. Louis-based writer. She writes on a variety of topics including travel, education, and local and global social issues. Jen's work can be found on her website; follow her on Twitter and Instagram.
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Photo by Dusty Kessler; courtesy of the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
An exhibit at the Contemporary uses film-set flags, blocked images, and Mark Twain’s conscience as a critique of immigration anxiety
Stephanie Syjuco spent five years looking for the truth beneath a complicated mix of narratives. Read more
Latinos en Axión reaches out to St. Louis immigrants and refugees
On September 14, the grassroots organization celebrates Mexican Independence Day with Fiestas Patrias on Cherokee Street. Read more
Photography courtesy of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
Two new Opera Theatre of Saint Louis additions look to develop young artists
After recently joining the OTSL staff, Damon Bristo and Patricia Racette will help oversee auditions this month for the Gerdine Young Artist Program. Read more
Courtesy of Big Muddy Blues Festival
Big Muddy Blues Festival returns to Laclede's Landing on August 31
The lineup features Marquise Knox, Ms. Hy-C and Fresh Start, and Big George Brock, among others. Read more
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The Saint Louis Zoo and Missouri Botanical Garden are quietly working to save Madagascar's biodiversity
After decades spent working closely with the country's residents to preserve the island, the institutions will be awarded the World Ecology Award this November. Read more
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis launches 2019-20 season on September 4 with "Angels in America"
Tickets are on sale now for the iconic play, which kicks off the inaugural season for the Rep’s new artistic director, Hana S. Sharif. Read more
Photography by Kevin A. Roberts
5 St. Louis high schoolers on stress, sleep, and Snapchat
Today’s students face a litany of issues that earlier generations might not fully understand. Read more
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How St. Louis parents can help students navigate adolescence
As a parent, it can be difficult to determine how best to support kids through these years—but there are ways. Read more
Kevin A. Roberts
For these fathers and sons, caring for patients runs in the family
We all have mentors. For these doctors, it's their dads. Read more
St. Louis indie rock band Sorry, Scout releasing second album
The release party for "Barely Waking Up" takes place at Off Broadway on August 10 at 8 p.m. Read more
Good Shepherd Arts Center hosts exhibit showcasing works "ignited by the movement and spirit of Ferguson"
On display August 3–24, "SPARC" features the work of St. Louis artists Yusef, ArtDivo, Kflakko, Brock Seals, Kyla Hawkins, and taylorthemirror. Read more
Photo by Anne Matheis
Two St. Louis designers share tips to help your bathroom feel more spacious
If you’re finding space limitations a barrier to creating your dream bathroom, there are things you can do to make your current space appear larger. Read more
Photo by Alise O'Brien
In looking to the past, Chelsea Design Co. fashions a kitchen fitting of today’s lifestyle
“We selected finishes that speak to an all-American Ralph Lauren vibe,” says designer Chelsea Smith. Read more
Photography by Alise O'Brien
Designer Lexie Morrison takes a risk, and wins big, with her latest kitchen design in Chesterfield
“One of the most important goals of this project was to balance the very contemporary design and layout with architectural elements that define the spaces,” says Morrison. Read more
2019 Excellence in Nursing Awards winners announced
Recognizing the unsung heroes of health care Read more
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St. Louisans heed Marie Kondo's advice and make room for joy in their closets, pantries, and lives
"I feel like her philosophy is built around envisioning the life you see for yourself—less about what makes me happy now and more about what will bring me happiness," says artist and horticulturalist Grace Hong. Read more
Courtesy of Abraham Shaw
Two young winners of the National Society of Arts and Letters Drama Competition talk about their dream roles
Abraham Shaw, the first place-winner, is the first African American to take home the honor. Read more
What would you change about the city-county structure? Mayor Lyda Krewson, developer Joe Edwards, Treasurer Tishaura Jones, entrepreneur Jim McKelvey, and more weigh in
Plus, academics, mayors, and the St. Louis fire chief. Read more
Courtesy of the St. Louis Symphony
Preview the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra's upcoming season with new music director Stéphane Denève
The festivities will begin on Friday, with 'Fall in Love with Stéphane.' Read more
Photo by Matt Marcinkowski
Poet Justin Phillip Reed won the National Book Award. Next up, a second collection
Reed's second manuscript will explore such themes as violence and counter-violence, monstrosity, and majesty. Read more
