What's New in The Lou: September 4th

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Benton Park Prints

Benton Park Prints is an independent print shop that grew out of a tiny Etsy shop in 2012. Owner Daniel Jones started by turning kitchen humor about bacon and beer into graphic art and has since built a full‑fledged studio dedicated to modern typographic art. Many pieces celebrate St. Louis—think neighborhood maps, playful beer posters and customizable city prints. The shop still embraces its DIY roots: you can request custom colors or designs, and many of the prints are made on demand right here in St. Louis. Go find their booth at these upcoming festivals: South Grand Fall Fest (Sept 20), Tower Grove Pride (Sept 27/28) & Brew in the Lou (Oct 11).

🌟 Festival Fever: Three Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss

• 💎 Art Outside – Maplewood’s alternative art fair 
  Schlafly Bottleworks hosts this free festival on Sept 5-7, showcasing more than 60 local artists working in acrylics, ceramics, jewelry and photography. It’s a great way to meet makers and buy one‑of‑a‑kind pieces.  

• 🥳 Autumn Glow Festival at Brookdale Farms  
  Every Thursday through Sunday this fall, Brookdale Farms in Eureka transforms into a glowing wonderland of Chinese lanterns. The immersive displays combine tradition and technology—perfect for date night or a family outing.

• 🍎 AppleFest at Eckert’s  
  Eckert’s farms celebrate apple season every weekend in September with wagon rides, live music and apple‑picking. Kids can enjoy inflatables and you can snack on kettle corn, cider donuts and caramel apples.

What’s Happenin’ in St. Louis 👀

Friday, September 5th

• 🎨 Saint Louis Art Fair – Opening Night – Clayton. Kick off this free, juried art exhibition featuring hundreds of visual artists, live performances and a Creative Castle kids’ area. Open: 5–10 p.m. 

• 🍻 La Vie Al Fresco – Café la Vie, Clayton. Relax after work with a cocktail or mocktail on the terrace.  4–8 p.m.

• 🥨 Oktoberfest: A German Celebration — Grant's Farm. A kid-friendly event with animal shows, authentic food & the iconic Clydesdales. 5-9 p.m.

Saturday, September 6th

• 🎨 Saint Louis Art Fair – Day 2 – Experience more art, interactive kids’ projects and live music in downtown Clayton. Open: 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

• 🍎 AppleFest – Eckert’s farms (free admission; some activities cost). Enjoy wagon rides, live entertainment and caramel apples. Open: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

• 🍺 Ballwin Craft Beer Festival – Vlasis Park. Sample beers and seltzers while listening to live music; tasting area requires tickets. Open: 3–6 p.m.

• 🎆 Autumn Glow Festival – Brookdale Farms. Walk through dazzling Chinese lantern displays (tickets required). Open: 6–10 p.m.

• 🔭 Stargazing at Tower Grove Park - Monthly stargazing and telescope viewings provided by St. Louis Astronomical Society. 7—8:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 7th

• 🎨 Saint Louis Art Fair – Day 3 – The final day features more artists and performances. Check out the Creative Castle kids’ zone and grab a final souvenir. Open: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

• 🍎 AppleFest – Eckert’s farms (free admission). Open: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

• 🎆 Autumn Glow Festival – Brookdale Farms. Open: 6–10 p.m.

Monday, September 8th

• 🔬 Preschool Science Series: Storybook STEM – Saint Louis Science Center
  Little learners (ages 3–5) explore STEM through stories and hands‑on activities; tickets are $10–$12. Open at 10:30 a.m. 

• 🍷 La Vie Al Fresco – Café la Vie feature outdoor dining for the first time on its terrace with La Vie al Fresco. Open: 4–8 p.m.

• 🎭 Open Mic Monday – The Heavy Anchor. Share your jokes, poetry or music; free admission at 7 p.m.

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ST. LOUIS NEWS + UPDATES 📰 

Zensia Coffee: If you are out in Clayton, the grand opening for this new coffee spot was on August 30th! ☕️

Banana Leaf Thai Cuisine: This new spot in Belleville featuring vegan and vegetarian Thai dishes is officially open! 🍌🍃 

Prohibition: Speakeasy-style cocktail bar announced in the historic Centennial Malt House (formerly Vin de Set) near Lafayette Square! 🍸

WEATHER FORECAST 🌡️ 

Friday
72° ☀️ | 38% rain | 🌬 11 mph

Saturday
76° 🌤 | 6% rain | 🌬 11 mph

Sunday
76° ☀️ | 3% rain | 🌬 8 mph

Monday
79° 🌤 | 4% rain | 🌬 7 mph