Weekly Blog

Thrifting: Save Money and Find Unique Treasures

Discover the benefits of thrifting to save money, reduce waste, find unique treasures, and create your own style with smart secondhand shopping.

Education

A Little Bit of Coding

The Little Bit Foundation was started to provide basic needs for students from low-income homes, but has evolved to include health, support and college readiness.

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Theater Reviews

Review of “Something Rotten!” at The Muny

No one who loves musicals should miss the brilliant staging of “Something Rotten!” at The Muny.

American HIstoryHistoryVideos for the ClassroomWho Else Loves History?

Stories of World War II in the Pacific | Who Else Loves History? July 2026

Explore four history changing events in WWII’s Pacific Theatre through first-person memories from people who were there when it happened or impacted by its effects. Stories featured in the episode are: Time Breakdown of the Video: We invite you to join us to discover, explore, and celebrate fascinating stories of America’s greatest generation. Quick Ideas […]

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American HIstoryHistoryVideos for the ClassroomWho Else Loves History?

Stories of the American Revolution | Who Else Loves History? June, 2026

Celebrate America 250 with Stories of the American Revolution! In our inaugural episode of Who Else Loves History?, we focus on stories of the American Revolution that you probably didn’t grow up learning in school–fascinating bits of history that we love and hope you do too.

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Theater Reviews

Review of “Samson et Dalila” at Union Avenue Opera

Union Avenue Opera is concluding its season with Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Samson et Dalila,” which is based on the Old Testament story of Samson and Delilah in the Book of Judges. The production sets a high musical standard at the very outset. In the introduction, the Union Avenue orchestra leaves no doubt about the despair of […]

Theater Reviews

Review of “Extremities” at Stray Dog Theatre

What would any of us do when extreme situations push us far past the boundaries of normal behavior? That is the question explored by William Mastrosimone in his 1982 play “Extremities,” which is the current offering at Stray Dog Theatre.

Weekly Blog

Back-to-School: Supporting Students Through the Transition

Practical tips to help students of all ages manage back-to-school stress, build healthy routines, stay connected, and navigate the transition with confidence.

SpotlightThe Arts Experience

Behind the Characters: Jenna Fischer, Nick Offerman, Robin Williams & Audrey Hepburn

Jenna Fischer, Robin Williams, Audrey Hepburn and Nick Offerman: four remarkable stories revealing the secrets, struggles and surprises behind the stars we love.

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Theater Reviews

Review of “Two Gentlemen of Verona” by St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s TourCo

An outdoor production cannot play to a full hall, but the St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s “Two Gentlemen of Verona” played to a full hill at the Missouri Botanical Garden on press night. The delightful show is the work of TourCo, the festival’s touring arm.