All photos courtesy of Kenneth Hardcastle, Schlalfly Library It was an honor to be invited to participate in the "Get Your Hat On!" event held last Sunday as part of Black History Month at Schlafly Library. The fashion show was organized by branch managers of the Schlafly, Cabanne and Divoll Branch libraries. The invitation read:…
Category: Art & Architecture
Meet Art Conservator Ellen Watt
Art conservator Ellen Watt, above, is another in a long list of creative people who have chosen to locate their business in the CWE. When Ellen started Watt Restoration in 1996 she operated her business from home while raising her three sons. Last spring, when she and her husband decided to downsize, she moved her…
Valentine’s Windows: It’s what’s inside that counts!
Decorations have popped up throughout the CWE in advance of Valentine's Day, Saturday. Go explore and shop local, you're sure to find something to please your sweet Valentine! The Flower Shop at The Chase, above, 212 N. Kingshighway, (314) 633-6910. Left Bank Books, above, 399 N. Euclid, (314) 367-6731. Jenny Walker Jewelry, 449 N. Euclid….