TODAY — Friday, May 16 — is City Social, Downtown’s ultimate street festival on Washington Avenue. Now in its fourth year, this free community event includes live music by Dr. Zhivegas, The HeyDays, Shorty aka Reggie Son, Faith Miller, Junior, and more. City Social is presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc. and will be held rain or shine. (citysocialstl.com)
Proposals Sought for Wainwright Building
Arch to Park Equity Fund LLC announced this week that it seeks proposals for the redevelopment of Downtown’s historic Wainwright building, “one of the most iconic and important buildings not just in Downtown St. Louis, but also the world.” (Greater St. Louis, Inc.)
Headlines of the Week
Developer Expanding Efforts To Revitalize A Section Of Downtown St. Louis: “By adding a fitness center, which the building didn't have, and then putting washer and dryers in the units makes it more appealing.” (5 On Your Side/KSDK) This Missouri City Has A Vibrant Music Scene, Fun Sports And Amazing Free Attractions: “Did you really even visit St. Louis if you didn’t stop by the Gateway Arch? While a stroll of the greenspace around Eero Saarinen’s iconic masterpiece is always lovely, we recommend heading inside and going straight to the top.” (Midwest Living Magazine) St. Louis To Host International Robotics Competition: St. Louis will be the next home of an international robotics competition that local leaders say will bring more than $30 million to the St. Louis area. (St. Louis Public Radio) Bowl & Leaf Opens Downtown: “The restaurant will never be a full sit-down experience, but customers are invited to bring their orders next door to Genesis Social House.” (St. Louis Magazine) Field House Museum Scheduled To Reopen: “It not only made St. Louis a better place because of the individuals who lived here. Those individuals helped mold our nation.” (St. Louis Magazine) Freedom Plaza Gets Chosen For National Parks Service Program: The Freedom Suits Memorial in front of Downtown’s Civil Courthouse — honoring the 326 enslaved people, including Dred and Harriet Scott, who filed lawsuits for their freedom in antebellum St. Louis— has been chosen as the centerpiece of a new network aimed at deepening public interest in this powerful history. (St. Louis Magazine)
A new event series designed to celebrate the magic of Downtown St. Louis — Tours & Pours — returns, Thursday, May 22. Immerse yourself in a walking tour happy hour event to learn more about Downtown‘s rich architectural history, world-class restaurants, and more. Guests will receive the meet up location after reserving tickets.
Looking for the perfect spot to celebrate patio season in St. Louis? Head to Rosalita’s Cantina, 1235 Washington Avenue, where the margaritas are cold, the tacos are hot, and the patio vibes are truly unbeatable. Rosalita’s is open daily for lunch, dinner, and happy hour.
