Wednesday, Feb. 15

TEEN CENTER OPENING: The rescheduled opening of the new teen center at the St. Louis County Library's Grand Glaize Branch is at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 15 at the library, 1010 Meramec Station Road in Manchester.

"HELLO AGAIN": Webster University's Conservatory of Theatre Arts presents the musical "Hello Again" Feb. 15-19 and 22-26 in the Emerson Studio Theatre, 130 Edgar Road in Webster Groves. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $12 for the general public and $6 for senior adults and students. For ticket reservations, call 314-968-7128.

Thursday, Feb. 16

BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT: The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival presents a business networking event with Systems Service Enterprises Inc. founder Susan Elliott, author of "Across the Divide: Navigating the Digital Revolution as a Woman, Entrepreneur and CEO," at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 16 at the Jewish Community Center in Creve Coeur. Refreshments are provided. The cost is $6. Tickets are available by calling 314-442-3299 or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.

SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENTATION: The Community Associations Institute sponsors a presentation on "Social Media & Networking" from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 16 at The Lodge Des Peres, 1050 Des Peres Road. Presenter Tim McNabb of Tin Cans Inc. discusses how social media will help managers, service providers and community trustees stay connected. The fee is $10 for members or $15 for nonmembers and includes lunch. To make reservations, contact caistlouismo@sbcglobal.net or 314-423-8859.

TASTE OF HANNA: The second annual Taste of Hanna Celebration is from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 16 at Hanna Woods Elementary School, 720 Hanna Road in Ballwin. The event celebrates the school's diversity with dance performances to music from around the world, a cafe and a marketplace where visitors can try on clothing, play games, create jewelry, get a henna tattoo and more.

Friday, Feb. 17

MIRIAM SPEAKER SERIES: A speaker series sponsored by Miriam School and Miriam Learning Center features a reading workshop for parents and teachers on "From Phonics to Fluency to Proficient Reading," presented by author and educator Timothy Rasinski, from 8:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 17 in the Miriam School gym, 501 Bacon Ave. in Webster Groves. There is no cost to attend but registration is required; contact rsvp.now@miriamschool.org. Visit www.miriamschool.org or call 314-968-5225.

ADVENTURES IN LEARNING: The Shepherd's Center of Webster-Kirkwood, 1333 W. Lockwood Ave. in Glendale, presents Adventures in Learning classes for older adults at 9:10, 10:10 and 11:10 a.m. until noon Feb. 17. Topics include "Haiti — Then and Now," "Helpful Hints for Seniors: 10 Ways to Improve Your Memory" and "Post-Dispatch Editorials." The cost for all programs is $8 and includes breakfast at 8:30 a.m. To register, contact 314-395-0988 or shepherdcenter@websterhhillsumc.org. Visit www.shepherdscenter-wk.org.

SHABBAT DINNER: Celebrate Shabbat Feb. 17 with Rabbi Yosef and Mimi David and family at the Aish Firehouse, 457 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield, with a candle-lighting at 5:20 p.m., learners' service at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:15 p.m. The cost is $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 5 to 11 and free for children younger than age 5. For reservations, call 314-862-AISH (2474) or email cwolff@aish.com.

PARENTS' NIGHT OUT: PARC, the Parks and Recreation Cooperative serving Brentwood, Maplewood and Richmond Heights, holds a Parents' Night Out event from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Heights, 8001 Dale Ave. in Richmond Heights. Children ages 5 to 12 enjoy pizza, games, crafts and a movie, and play in the gym. The fee is $20 for residents and members or $25 for nonresidents. Registration is required by calling 314-645-1476.

"ART, WINE & MUSIC": The Town & Country Community Relations Commission presents "Art, Wine & Music" from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Longview Farm House, 13525 Clayton Road. The event features artwork by local artists and music by a Town & Country Symphony Orchestra quartet. Tickets cost $20 and include hors d'oeuvres by Villa Farotto and drinks. Ticket sales and a percentage of art sales benefit the Longview Farm House. An after-party reception with live music and a buffet is held at John Mineo's; tickets cost $20 and 10 percent of the proceeds benefit the Longview Farm House. Reservations are required for both events; call 314-434-1215.

"PUSS IN BOOTS": The Brentwood and Rock Hill public libraries present the musical play "Puss in Boots" at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Brentwood Recreation Center, 2505 S. Brentwood Blvd. The free performance is recommended for children in kindergarten through fourth grade.

PATTONVILLE IDOL: The Pattonville Alumni Association wraps up its annual Pattonville Idol talent competition at 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at Rook's Game Day Sports Bar and Grill on Dorsett Road. Admission is free but audience members can help choose the winner with a $1 vote. Proceeds benefit the senior scholarship fund and the preschool pumpkin patch.

TRIVIA NIGHT: Grace Christian Academy hosts an International Trivia Night at 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Grace Church gym, 2695 Creve Coeur Mill Road in Maryland Heights. The cost is $15 per person and includes light snacks. Tables seat eight people. Contact 314-291-6933 or joe.kat@charter.net.

SWEETHEART DANCE: The St. Louis Imperial Swing Dance Club hosts its Sweetheart Dance from 7 to 11 p.m. Feb. 17 in the Oasis Room at the Moolah Shrine, 12545 Fee Fee Road. The event features free food, music by DJ Doug Eskew and basic and advanced dance workshops. The cost is $6 for club and sister club members or $8 for guests. Visit slidc.com or call 636-493-1665.

Saturday, Feb. 18

NATURALLY CRAFTY: The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, 15193 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield, presents a Naturally Crafty program from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 18 in the Lopata Learning Lab. Children ages 2 to 13 and their families learn where bugs sleep and how some plants spend the winter. The program is included with Butterfly House admission. Visit www.butterflyhouse.org or call 636-530-0076.

BUTTERFLY IDENTIFICATION WORKSHOP: The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, 15193 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield, presents a Midwestern Butterflies Identification Workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 18 and 25 in the Lopata Learning Lab. Participants learn how to identify most butterfly and moth species commonly seen in Missouri. The fee is $54. Registration is required; visit www.mobot.org/classes or call 314-577-5140.

HOPEFEST 2012: HavenHouse St. Louis holds HopeFest 2012 Feb. 18 at the Ritz-Carlton in Clayton. The silent auction and cocktails begin at 6 p.m., and the dinner, program and live auction start at 8 p.m. Black and white cocktail attire is suggested. For ticket information, visit www.havenhousestl.org, or contact Lindsey Gibson at 314-434-5858, ext. 104, or Lindsey@havenhousestl.org.

TRIVIA NIGHT: The Young Friends of the Missouri Botanical Garden presents the fourth annual "Trivia Night — Garden Style" at 7 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd. Doors open at 6 p.m. Participants must be age 21 and older. A cash bar is available. The cost is $300 for a table of 10 and includes Orchid Show admission and Schlafly beer. Registration is required in advance; call 314-577-9570. Visit www.mobot.org.

TRIVIA NIGHT: The second annual Got Heart Trivia Night hosted by the Gateway Chapter of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association is at 7 p.m. Feb. 18 at SSM St. Clare Health Center, 1015 Bowles Ave. in Fenton. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Bring light snacks. The cost is $150 for a table of 10 and includes soda. Proceeds benefit CPR/AED education and AED placement in the area. For tickets, call Linda at 314-443-1011 or email gatewaychapterofscaa@yahoo.com.

Sunday, Feb. 19

SAUSAGE SUPPER: St. Paul's Evangelical Church, 9801 Olive Blvd. in Creve Coeur, holds its annual Sausage Supper from 12:30 to 6 p.m. Feb. 19. The all-you-can-eat dinner includes homemade mashed potatoes, sauerkraut and pie. Carry-outs are available. Adult tickets cost $9 in advance or $9.50 at the door; the cost is $5 for children ages 6 to 11 or free for children younger than age 5. To buy tickets, call 314-993-0015.

MARDI GROWL DOG PARADE: The annual Mardi Growl Dog Parade is from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 19 on Central Avenue in Old Town Eureka. The event includes music by the band All 4 Nothin, free children's activities and restaurants serving Mardi Gras cuisine and specialty drinks. Participants pay a nominal fee and must register; visit eurekachamber.org or call 636-938-6062. The rain date is Feb. 26.

BACKYARD ADVENTURES: The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, 15193 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield, presents Backyard Adventures: Icky Bugs from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Feb. 19 in the Lopata Learning Lab. Children ages 3 to 5 explore how some bugs are fun, even if a little scary at first. The cost is $14 per child and includes one adult. Registration is required; visit www.mobot.org/classes or call 314-577-5140.

VOICE RECITAL: Webster University presents a voice recital, "In Dreams Awake," with soprano Heather McKenzie Patterson at 2 p.m. Feb. 19 in Moore Auditorium, 470 E. Lockwood Ave. in Webster Groves. Admission is $5 for the general public or $3 for senior adults. Call 314-968-7128.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: The Webster Groves School District Foundation sponsors a Food For Thought benefit from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 19 at Cyrano's, 603 E. Lockwood Ave. in Webster Groves. Tickets cost $50 per person and include refreshments, appetizers and desserts. Proceeds are used to fund grants to help teachers implement innovative ideas. To buy tickets, visit wgsdfoundation.org or call Jen Blasberg at 314-645-4384.

Monday, Feb. 20

FAMILY FUN DAY: Clayton hosts Family Fun Day from noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 20 at Shaw Park Ice Rink, 217 S. Brentwood Blvd. Admission is $3 and includes free skate rental, games and treats.

CONCERT: Webster University presents " ... Under the Influence," a concert featuring music from composers who were influenced by Debussy or whose style of music had an influence on Debussy, at 7 p.m. Feb. 20 in the Community Music School Concert Hall, 535 Garden Ave. in Webster Groves. Admission is $5 for the general public or $3 for senior adults. Call 314-968-7128.

JAZZ CONCERT: The Webster University Jazz Collective performs a concert featuring the music of Eddie Harris, Thad Jones and Alan Broadbent at 7 p.m. Feb. 20 in Moore Auditorium, 470 E. Lockwood Ave. in Webster Groves. Admission is $3 for the general public or free for students with valid ID. Call 314-968-7128.

Tuesday, Feb. 21

FREE MOVIE: The Cinema KPL film series features "The Cotton Club" at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Kirkwood Public Library, 140 E. Jefferson Ave.

NATURE PLAY PROGRAM: The Green Center, 8025 Blackberry Ave. in University City, holds a Nature Play program called "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!" from 3:45 to 5 p.m. Feb. 21. Children in prekindergarten through second grade examine snowflakes to see that each one is different, create their own snowflakes and snack on a snowy sweet treat. The cost is $8 per child and includes all materials. Registration and payment are required in advance. Contact Kathleen Evans at 314-725-8314, ext. 105, or kevans@thegreencenter.org.

ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS GROUP: The International Association of Administrative Professionals, Lindbergh Chapter, meets Feb. 21 at Spazio Westport, starting at 5:30 p.m. with networking. The program topic is "How can I get the skills I need when I'm out looking for a new job?" Visitors are welcome. Call Marsha at 314-363-5432.

SHOW ME MISSOURI SERIES: The Kirkwood Public Library's Show Me Missouri Series presents the program "Hometown St. Louis" at 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at the library, 140 E. Jefferson Ave. The program features a discussion on "Wicked St. Louis" by Janice Tremeear, "Finally, a Locally Produced Guidebook to St. Louis by and for St. Louisans" by Amanda Doyle with Kerri Bonasch, "Founding St. Louis: First City of the New West" by J. Frederick Fausz and the DVD "Brick by Chance and Fortune: a St. Louis Story."

"CHOCOLATE SOOTHES THE MOTHER'S SOUL": Jewish Family & Children's Services and Missouri Baptist Medical Center host "Chocolate Soothes the Mother's Soul," a free evening of chocolate indulgence and education for mothers and mothers-to-be, from 7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 21 at The Lodge Des Peres, 1050 Des Peres Road. Women's health psychologist Diane G. Sanford discusses strategies to cope with the mental, emotional and physical challenges that may follow childbirth. Reservations are required; call 314-812-9366.

JEWISH SPEAKER SERIES: The St. Louis Jewish Speaker Series presents the Rubin Feldman Memorial Lecture "Making Shalom Bayit a Reality" by Slovie Jungreis Wolff at 8 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Aish Firehouse, 457 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield. The suggested donation is $10. To reserve tickets, contact Claire at 314-862-2474 or cwolff@aish.com. Visit www.aishstlouis.net.

Wednesday, Feb. 22

BACKYARD ADVENTURES: The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, 15193 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield, presents Backyard Adventures: Icky Bugs from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Feb. 22 in the Lopata Learning Lab. Children ages 3 to 5 explore how some bugs are fun, even if a little scary at first. The cost is $14 per child and includes one adult. Registration is required; visit www.mobot.org/classes or call 314-577-5140.

FISH FRY: St. Alban Roe Knights of Columbus Council 12020 and the Ladies Auxiliary sponsor a fish fry from 4 to 7 p.m. Feb. 22 in Alban Hall at the church, 2005 Shepard Road in Wildwood. Menu items include fried or baked cod, grilled cheese sandwiches, french fries, green beans, cole slaw and dessert. Dinner prices start at $5. Bulk fish and french fries are available. Carry-outs are offered.

WORLD WAR II SERIES: The Kirkwood Public Library's World War II Series features "Music of the War Years" presented by Mary Kay Menees at 7 p.m. Feb. 22 at the library, 140 E. Jefferson Ave.

Upcoming

HEALTH CARE WORKSHOP: The Missouri League for Nursing sponsors an educational workshop for health care professionals titled "Resident Safety: Supporting Safety Through Just Culture" from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at Cardinal Ritter Senior Services on the Cardinal Carberry Campus, Mother of Perpetual Help Building, Lally Room, 7601 Watson Road. The fee is $125 for league members or $160 for nonmembers, plus $15 for on-site registration. Register online at www.mlnmonursing.org or call 573-635-5355.

MERCY HEART TO HEART FAIR: The Mercy Heart to Heart Fair is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 24 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Macy's and Nordstrom courts at West County Center in Des Peres. The free event features heart-health screenings, presentations by medical experts, fitness and cooking demonstrations, and education and information booths. Registration is recommended; visit mercy.net/stl or call 314-856-0502.

"THE ART OF MARRIAGE": FAMILYLIFE presents "The Art of Marriage," a video-based conference that teaches couples techniques to improve communication, decrease conflict and expand their love, from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 24 and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 25 at Holy Infant Parish, 248 New Ballwin Road in Ballwin. The fee is $45 per couple and includes workbooks, childcare Feb. 24 and lunch Feb. 25. Registration is due by Feb. 15; contact Deanna at dtmcclintock@yahoo.com or 314-363-8015.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: The West County Family YMCA hosts a free Family Movie Night featuring "Puss in Boots" at 7 p.m. Feb. 24 in the Chesterfield Community Theatre at the YMCA, 16464 Burkhardt Place in Chesterfield, followed by a Bounce-a-thon to raise money for the Strong Community Campaign. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Reservations are required; contact Christine Grant at cgrant@ymcastlouis.org.

CABIN FEVER HIKE: Wildwood and the Open Space Council sponsor the 10th annual Cabin Fever Hike Feb. 25. Participants check in and start a six- or nine-mile hike anytime between 8 and 9 a.m. at the Al Foster Memorial Trailhead. Breakfast of bagels, granola bars, fruit and beverages is provided at the trailhead. There is no cost to participate, but registration is required online at www.cityofwildwood.com.

DAY OF DANCE: The St. Luke's Hospital Day of Dance is from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Ritz-Carlton. Blood pressure, body mass index, bone density, fasting cholesterol and glucose, and pulmonary function screenings begin at 8:30 a.m.; a $20 fee applies for the cholesterol screening. Admission is free, but reservations are required. Visit www.stlukes-stl.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT: A trivia night benefiting the Mount Calvary Center for Early Childhood Education begins at 6 p.m. Feb. 25 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 9321 Litzsinger Road in Brentwood. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Prizes are awarded for attendance and best Hawaiian table. Players may bring food and drinks. The cost is $15 per person or $120 for a table of eight. Advance registration is encouraged. Call 314-968-2360 or contact Kerry at kktrostel@yahoo.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT: The West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual trivia night at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at West County Nissan, 14747 Manchester Road in Ballwin. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The theme is Mardi Gras. The event includes prizes for attendance and first, second and third place, giveaways and a silent auction. The cost is $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight and includes beer, wine and soft drinks. Contact Carla Chitwood at 636-230-9900 or cchitwood@westcountychamber.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT: Polar Star Rose Hill Lodge No. 79, a Masonic lodge in Creve Coeur, holds a trivia night at 7 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Scottish Rite, 3633 Lindell Blvd. in St. Louis. Doors open at 6 p.m. The event includes 50/50 drawings, Heads-or-Tails and a silent auction. Trivia guru John Tucci serves as emcee. The cost is $20 per person or $160 per table of eight at the door, and includes coffee, soda, water and snacks. Bring your own snacks and beverages including alcohol. Proceeds benefit the St. Louis Fisher House, a facility that houses families of hospitalized veterans. A reservation form is available online at http://www.psrh79.com/doc/PSRH79-TriviaNight2012.pdf. Call Randy Davis at 314-920-6306.

"MUSICAL MAYHEM": The Center for Hearing & Speech holds its annual fundraiser, "Musical Mayhem — An Evening to Remember," from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. March 2 at Harrah's St. Louis Hotel and Casino, 777 Casino Drive in Maryland Heights. The event includes cocktails, appetizers, live and silent auctions, and entertainment featuring dueling pianos. Tickets cost $85 per person. A VIP table for 10 guests costs $1,000. To buy tickets, call 314-968-4710.

TRIVIA NIGHT: The Junior League of St. Louis hosts its fifth annual trivia night fundraiser at 7 p.m. March 2 at its headquarters and training facility, 106 N. Kirkwood Road in Kirkwood. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $20 per person or $160 per table of eight and includes soda and popcorn. Players may bring snacks and beverages. Proceeds benefit the Junior League and its community programs. Reservations are requested in advance but walk-ins will be accommodated as space provides. For reservations, call 314-822-2344 or visit www.jlsl.org.

PEF DINNER, DANCE & AUCTION: The Pattonville Education Foundation's annual Dinner, Dance & Auction is from 5:30 to 11 p.m. March 3 at the Debonaire Banquet Center, 3515 N. Lindbergh Blvd. in St. Ann. Featuring a "Candyland" theme, the event includes a catered dinner buffet and silent and oral auctions. Tickets cost $32.50 per person and $240 for a table of eight if purchased before Feb. 24, or $35 each and $260 per table after Feb. 24. To buy tickets, contact Donette Green at dogreen@psdr3.org or download a reservation form at www.psdr3.org/NewsInfo/pdf/PEFDDA2012.pdf.

RAZZLE DAZZLE BALL: The Saint Louis Crisis Nursery's annual Razzle Dazzle Masquerade Ball is at 6:30 p.m. March 3 at the Sheraton Westport Lakeside Chalet Hotel in Maryland Heights. The event includes cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, dinner, live and silent auctions, the HUGS & KISSES Awards, live music and dancing with Arvell and Company. Proceeds go to help families in crisis, and to prevent child abuse and neglect. Tickets cost $150 and are available by contacting Ebonee Shaw at ebonee@crisisnurserykids.com or 314-292-5770.

TRIVIA NIGHT: The Green Pines Elementary School community plans a trivia night benefit to help with 5-year-old Maddie McPherson's medical expenses at 7 p.m. March 10 at the Ballwin VFW, 115 Mimosa Lane. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The event includes 50/50, prizes and a silent auction. Players may bring their own snacks. The cost is $20 per person, and tables seat eight to 10 people. Maddie is receiving radiation and chemotherapy for a rare form of inoperable cancer. To make reservations, contact Jean Hoskins at 636-447-2775 or Susan Levy at 636-207-7427.

Ongoing

BINGO: American Legion Post 208, 225 Old Sulphur Spring Road in Manchester, offers bingo at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday. Food and beverages are available. Call 636-391-9424.

FISH FRIES: American Legion Post 208, 225 Old Sulphur Spring Road in Manchester, holds fish fries from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. the first and third Fridays of every month and every Friday during Lent. Menu offerings include cod, jack salmon, catfish and shrimp dinners with two homemade sides, as well as fried chicken dinners. Proceeds benefit the American Legion. Call 636-391-9424.

ART EXHIBIT: An exhibit of selected drawings by Ron Leax, art professor at the Washington University Sam Fox School of Art and Architecture, is on display through Feb. 20 in the Visual Arts Gallery at Thomas Jefferson School, 4100 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

ART EXHIBIT: "Untamed," an exhibit featuring six contemporary artists exploring the connection between animals and humans, runs through Feb. 26 at Craft Alliance, 6640 Delmar Blvd. in the Loop. Visit www.craftalliance.org or call 314-725-1177.

"RACE": The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents the play "Race" by David Mamet through March 4 on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road in Webster Groves. Ticket prices start at $19. For information on show times and dates or to buy tickets, visit the Rep box office at the Loretto-Hilton Center, call 314-968-4925 or visit www.repstl.org.

ART EXHIBIT: "An Afternoon Without Gravity," an exhibit by Croatian artist Nadija Mustapic, runs through March 10 at Webster University's Cecille R. Hunt Gallery in the Visual Arts Studio, 8342 Big Bend Blvd. in Webster Groves. Admission is free. Contact 314-968-7957 or mandaremmen70@webster.edu.

ART EXHIBITS: The exhibits "Speaking Volumes" and "Sensation," featuring work by artists with disabilities as part of the Sound and Vision Exhibition Series, run through March 17 at the St. Louis Artists' Guild, 2 Oak Knoll Park in Clayton. Call 314-727-6266 or visit www.stlouisartistsguild.org.

50 MYSTICAL TOOLS SERIES: Classes in the series "50 Mystical Tools to Get You What You Want," presented by Rabbi Max Weiman, are held at noon every Tuesday at Aish HaTorah, 457 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield. Weiman focuses on one tool each week. The suggested donation is $10 per class. To register, call 314-862-2474 or visit http://www.aishstlouis.net.