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2009 St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:49 +0000

It may not be as big as the Macy's Parade in New York, but the St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a holiday tradition in the Gateway City for 25 years. Each Thanksgiving morning, crowds line the streets of downtown St. Louis to watch marching bands, floats, balloons and more.

This year, the parade begins at Broadway and Washington, then heads down Market Street past City Hall to 14th Street. The theme of this year's parade is "Holiday Magic." If you can't make it downtown, you can also watch the parade live on KMOV Channel 4 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

If you're looking for something to do after the parade, check out my article on the St. Louis Area Restaurants, Stores and Attractions Open on Thanksgiving.

2009 Thanksgiving Parade
November 26, 2009
8:45 a.m.
Downtown St. Louis

2009 St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 08:00:49.

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Kick Off the Holiday Season in Kirkwood

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:51 +0000

The holidays are almost here, and local communities are already getting into the spirit. Kirkwood is kicking off the holiday season with an annual event for the whole family. The 2009 Holiday Walk is Saturday, November 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shoppers can enjoy free coffee, cookies and hot chocolate while browsing through many of the unique stores in downtown Kirkwood.

For the kids, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be making a visit to the Kirkwood Train Station. Children can drop off their letters and get their pictures taken with Santa. There will also be storytelling and live entertainment.

Kick Off the Holiday Season in Kirkwood originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 08:00:51.

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Steinberg Ice Rink Opens for the Season

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:49:14 +0000

Ice skating is back at Forest Park. Steinberg Rink opened again last night and will be open every day until the end of February. Steinberg is the larest outdoor rink in the Midwest and is a favorite destination for many St. Louisans during the winter.

Steinberg Rink is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and from 10 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday. Skating fees are $6.50 for adults and $5.50 for children 12 and younger. Skates are available to rent for $3. Those who don't wish to skate are admitted for free. Steinberg Rink also has a cafe offering burgers, pizza, sandwiches, snacks, beer and wine.

Steinberg Ice Rink Opens for the Season originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Saturday, November 14th, 2009 at 17:49:14.

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Where to Get a Free Swine Flu Shot in the St. Louis Area

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:51 +0000

Local health departments are finally getting shipments of the H1N1 vaccine. There are two free clinics this week for those who are considered most at risk for the disease.

Residents in St. Clair County can get the nasal mist H1N1 vaccine at a free clinic Thursday, November 12, 2009. The vaccine is available for health care workers, children and young adults ages 2 through 24 and those caring for children ages 6 months or younger. The clinic will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the health department at 19 Public Square in Belleville. For more information, call 618-233-7703 or check out the St. Clair County Health Department website.

St. Charles County is offering the H1N1 vaccine on Saturday, November 14, 2009, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. County officials expect to have about 500 doses available at the Stegton Conference Center at 1450 Wall Street (near I-70 and Zumbehl.) Vaccinations are for pregnant women, health care workers, children and young adults, those caring for young children and adults with medical conditions that make them more at risk for the flu. Anyone wanting the vaccine is urged to pre-register at www.flushotstoday.com

Where to Get a Free Swine Flu Shot in the St. Louis Area originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 at 08:00:51.

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St. Louis Judge Loses Court Fight Over Red Light Cameras

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:00:51 +0000

Many St. Louisans have been waiting for a decision in the court case involving Circuit Judge Robert H. Dierker and the city's red light camera program. Last week, a judge dismissed Dierker's efforts to have the case thrown out on constitutional grounds. Dierker had argued that red light cameras violate the constitution because they presume a person is guilty. Now, Dierker's case will go to trial to determine if there was a red light violation.

The ruling in the Dierker case is similar to a previous decision on red light cameras in Arnold. In July, a federal court found that Arnold's red light camera program is constitutional.

St. Louis Judge Loses Court Fight Over Red Light Cameras originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Monday, November 9th, 2009 at 11:00:51.

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Highway 40 Will Open on December 7

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:51:26 +0000

The drive from Chesterfield to Downtown and from Clayton to The Hill will get a whole lot easier in just a few weeks. The Missouri Department of Transportation announced that I-64/Highway 40 will reopen on December 7, 2009. That's actually a few weeks ahead of schedule. The five-mile stretch of the highway from I-170 to Kingshighway has been closed for nearly a year.

Highway 40 Will Open on December 7 originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Sunday, November 8th, 2009 at 12:51:26.

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Dinosaurs Unearthed at the St. Louis Science Center

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:00:19 +0000

Dinosaurs are taking over the St. Louis Science Center. A new special exhibit Dinosaurs Unearthed opens on November 7, 2009. It features animatronic dinosaur models and five life-size skeletons including a 62-foot long Omeisaurus. The special exhibit also has realistic recreations of the habitats where dinosaurs lived millions of years ago.

General admission tickets for Dinosaurs Unearthed are $12.50 for adults and $10.50 for children. For Science Center members, tickets are $6.25 for adults and $5.25 for children.

Dinosaurs Unearthed at the St. Louis Science Center originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at 08:00:19.

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Election Day in St. Louis County

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:01:41 +0000

Today is Election Day in St. Louis County. Residents are voting on several issues including a smoking ban that would prohibit smoking in most indoor public places. Voters are also deciding whether to approve a tax increase to pay for emergency communications equipment for police and firefighters. The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, check out the St. Louis County Board of Elections website.

Election Day in St. Louis County originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 at 11:01:41.

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Free Firewood Available at Forest Park

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:20:21 +0000

St. Louis residents can get free firewood to help heat their homes this winter. Starting today, the St. Louis Parks Department is offering free firewood each work day after 3 p.m., at the lower parking lot of the Muny in Forest Park. The wood comes from trees removed from city streets and parks. It's available on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents are welcome to take as much as they need, but no commercial vehicles or trailers are permitted in the park. For more information, call the St. Louis Forestry Division at 314-613-7200.

Free Firewood Available at Forest Park originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 18:20:21.

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Late Nights at the City Museum

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:00:30 +0000

The City Museum in Downtown St. Louis has a lot for your kids to do. They can check out circus acts, model trains, Toddler Town and more. But City Museum is also a good place to go without children. There are many unique exhibits that adults can enjoy including caves, vintage posters and other artwork. The museum is open until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. At 11 p.m., they turn off the lights and visitors can explore by flashlight.

The City Museum is located at 701 North 15th Street. General admission is $12 for anyone 3 and older. After 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, admission is $10. For more information, visit the City Museum website or call 314-231-2489.

Late Nights at the City Museum originally appeared on About.com St. Louis on Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 08:00:30.

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