🏢 “Our goal is to create a vibrant Downtown.” (Kurt Weigle)
⚾ “The excitement. The people. It's just a happy place to be.” (St. Louis Public Radio)
News of the Week
Forbes: “The St. Louis Blues’ Surge Is Just the Tip Of The Hockey Iceberg”
The St. Louis Blues are riding a seven-game winning streak as they battle for a playoff spot — just in time for an action-packed hockey week at Enterprise Center. Forbes recently highlighted the city's deep hockey culture, from the Blues' resurgence to the rapid growth of the sport in the region.
Hockey fans can catch the PWHL Takeover Tour at Enterprise Center March 29, and gear up for the NCAA Frozen Four coming April 10 and 12.
Following extensive renovations to introduce brand-new exhibits and update critical structural elements, Gateway Arch National Park's historic Old Courthouse will reopen this spring. The reopening marks the final phase of the $380 million CityArchRiver project.
Cardinals season brings fancy sausages, umbrella hats, and more to Busch:Country star Cole Swindell will perform at Busch Stadium June 20, while rapper Flo Rida is slated to take the stage July 25. (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
New 29-story timber skyscraper to 'Energize' Downtown St. Louis: “It could help St. Louis be placed on the sustainability map.” (Wood Central)
CITY SC becomes first Major League Soccer team to test Touch2See’s innovative technology:“Touch2See is a significant step toward ensuring that all fans — including our blind and visually impaired fans — can share in the excitement and passion of the game at Energizer Park.” (St. Louis CITY SC)
Yes, even those huge vacant downtown offices can be converted into apartments:“That means making sure the street is vibrant, a place you want to walk, that you want to spend time, that you have access to open spaces.” (St. Louis Public Radio)
5 whiskey bars to check out in St. Louis: Located at 1500 St. Charles St., Blood & Sand’s impressive whiskey selection includes more than 280 bottles and features American bourbons, whiskeys and ryes. (Sauce Magazine)
Carolyn Kindle is blazing a trail for CITY SC:“The club having female-majority ownership has certainly sparked interest in women across the U.S. Of course, myself as CEO, but we also have the first female head of sports science [Kelly Roderick], one of the first associate directors of groundskeeping [Maritza Martinez], and one of the first female academy coaches in MLS [Megan McCormick].” (St. Louis Magazine)
Upcoming Events
Next Week: Downtown’s Best Outdoor Lunch Returns
Lunchtime Live, presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc. and the Downtown Community Improvement District, returns Wednesday, April 2. Make plans to step away from your desk to experience live music, great local food, and fresh air as you dine outdoors with colleagues or friends. (Greater St. Louis, Inc.)
April 2 Live Music: Three of a Perfect Pair Food Trucks: Moobile, Wok-o-Taco, Tuk Tuk Thai, Dessert Road Coffee
April 9 Live Music: Two Pedros Food Trucks: Spud Shack, Mr. Gonzo’s Tacos
April 16 Live Music: Antonio Foster Food Trucks: Grace Chicken & Fish, Farmtruk, Boba.co
April 23 Live Music: Leslie & Clint Food Trucks: CluckOinkMooSliders, Hog Call BBQ, Man That’s Good Mobile
April 30 Live Music: Tyffany & Curt Food Trucks: NY Toms, Truck Norris, Dessert Road Coffee
Make plans to gather, dine, and unwind at Robie’s Restaurant & Lounge at the Magnolia Hotel (421 N. 8th St.), just one block south of America’s Center. From the sizzling aroma of a perfectly grilled steak to the warm, buttery goodness of freshly baked rolls, Robie’s offers American favorites, all made-to-order with locally sourced ingredients. (Take a 30-second peek inside.)
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