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New at the EAC The focus is on tea pots.

4 Summer in St. Louis Events planned at the Gateway Arch.

11 "Wonder Woman" Film lives up to its title.

13 Frank Lloyd Wright

Celebration set at Dana-Thomas House.

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McHenry County ready for the season.

15 The season for music Coal Country Summer Concert Series set.

18 John Legend

Singing sensation coming to The Fox.

Friday June 9 ___________ Howlin' Fridays: Skeet Rodgers, National Blues Museum, St. Louis, 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

STL Symphony Live: Jane Lynch: American Songbook, Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Modest Mouse, w/Morning Teleportation, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Icon For Hire, w/Assuming We Survive, October Sky, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Trubute Night- Tributes to NIN, Korn, Foo Fighters, KSE, Pop's, Sauget, Doors 6:00 p.m.

Diego y Frida: A Smile in the Middle of the Way, International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum, St. Louis, Runs until August 4, 2017 Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog, The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum, St. Louis, Runs until September 4, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs until January 7, 2018 S h a k e s p e a re F e s t i v a l 2 0 1 7 : The Winter's Tale, Forest Park, Shakespeare Glen, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Runs until June 24, 2017 STAGES St. Louis: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Robert G. Reim Theatre, St. Louis, Runs until July 2, 2017 Circus Flora: Time Flies, Grand Center, St. Louis, Runs Until June

25, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs Until January 7, 2018 G a rd e n o f G l a s s , M i s s o u r i Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until August 13, 2017 The Hats of Stephen Jones, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs until September 3, 2017 Currents 113: Shimon Attie-Lost in Space (After Huck), Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until June 25, 2017 The Modern Meal: Sustenance Through Ritual, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until August 6, 2017 Spectacle and Leisure in Paris: Degas to Mucha, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. #1 in Civil Rights: the African American Freedom Struggle in St. Louis, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 14, 2018 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017

Saturday June 10 __________ Kim Massie, Lumiere Live, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and 9:30 to 11:30

Traveler, Mariner, Union Grove, C h u rc h K e y, S e c o n d a r y, T h e Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 5:30 p.m.

Seether, w/(TBA), Kaleido, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 6:30 p.m.

Empire Groove, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

System Slave “Beast In Me” Album Release Show, Pop's, Sauget, Doors 6:30 p.m.

Mad Libby, Thames, Broadcast Obscura Diego y Frida: A Smile in the Middle of the Way, International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum, St. Louis, Runs until August 4, 2017 Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog, The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum, St. Louis, Runs until September 4, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs until January 7, 2018 S h a k e s p e a re F e s t i v a l 2 0 1 7 : The Winter's Tale, Forest Park, Shakespeare Glen, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Runs until June 24, 2017 STAGES St. Louis: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Robert G. Reim Theatre, St. Louis, Runs until July 2, 2017 Circus Flora: Time Flies, Grand Center, St. Louis, Runs Until June 25, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs Until January 7, 2018 G a rd e n o f G l a s s , M i s s o u r i Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,

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People New EAC exhibit showcases teapots Wide variety of pieces stretches from ancient Japan to Star Trek

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pening Friday “Tea Time: An Exploration of Contemporary Teapots” is the latest exhibit at the Edwardsville Arts Center.

Curated by EAC Art Gallery Manager Carolyn Tidball, this next exhibit will feature over 20 regional artists, each of whom has a unique style and taste represented in this centuries old form.

“For thousands of years, teapots have been a familiar part of everyday life. An object that nearly every person can connect with in some way,” Tidball explained. “As an object that is commonly associated with community, home, intimacy, and history, as well its form that is recognizable in countless variations, the teapot has long been an ideal canvas for artists to express ideas, both conceptually and in design.”

“From ancient Japanese ceremonies to debuts on Star Trek, the teapot has outlasted trends and infiltrated the lives of nearly every community,” Tidball added. “My intention with this exhibit is to showcase a wide range of ways that artists utilize the teapot form to investigate ideas and explore design and composition.”

Exhibiting Artists will include Mark Arnold, Susan Bostwick, Lakyn Bowman, Brad Brewer, Brandy Cloud, Paul Dresang, Phillip Finder, Rebecca Grant,

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This teapot by Richard Wehrs will be featured in EAC's latest exhibit.

Eric Hoeffer, Andrew Koester, Jimmy Liu, Carmelita Nunez, Joe Page, Drew Reynolds, Kodi Thompson, Alex Thomure, Evan

and Miranda Wagman, Richard Wehrs and Carolyn Tidball. In addition, works from the SIUE Museum Collection will be

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This work by Phillip Finder will be featured at the Edwardsville Arts Center.

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One of the artists in this exhibit is Kodi Thompson, who just finished his second year of graduate school in art at SIUE and will graduate next year. He used his interest in graffiti from his childhood as a catalyst for his teapot in the exhibit. “Growing up in rural Pennsylvania I had little access to the script covered bridges and alleyways of big cities,” Thompson wrote in his artist’s statement. “For the short bursts of time I did spend in New York City I became fascinated with the murals and tags that seemed to take over every street corner. I wanted to be a part of this underground communication between unknown artists, but I knew this was not my place as a small town boy.”

“When I began art school I knew it was my 'in' to this subculture, and a way for me to express my interests in it through my artwork,” Thompson added.

“My works mostly provide threedimensional data, containing information about the evolution and migration of different styles of graffiti. Most of these styles are connected in some way, whether it is where they originated, or how they evolved through the communication and relationships of the artists producing the work.”

Thompson further pointed out that his works are an exploration into research, form, and surface, and how they can interact and inform one another. “Currently, the surfaces are reminiscent of historical gang graffiti lettering, specifically Old English Style,”

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Thompson noted. “This style of writing made its way to St. Louis from Chicago where gangs were using it for tagging as well as marking territory. Removing this style from its context and pushing it into three dimensions using textured slabs, creates an interesting relationship between form and surface. As the layers of text build up they become illegible.

This illegibility creates confusion and curiosity; and plays a role in the somewhat foggy relationships between different styles.”

“Tea Time: An Exploration of Contemporary Teapots” opens Friday evening and runs through June 23.

Concurrently, in the DeToye Student Gallery will be art made in EAC Art Classes by both adults and children. The art classes that will be represented in this show includes the Drop-In classes of Painting, Drawing, and Ceramics classes for adults as well as adult Stained Glass Mosaics, First Friday Watercolor, Paint-n-Party and the new Batik class. The artwork of students in Saturday Kid’s Art Classes will be featured as well.

The EAC is located at 6165 Center Grove Road in Edwardsville High School.

All exhibits at the EAC are free. The EAC is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and is closed Sunday through Tuesday.

Visit the Edwardsville Arts Center ’s Facebook page or website at www. edwardsvilleartscenter.com for information about the EAC’s art classes offered for children and adults.

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People Summer events planned at Gateway Arch and Old Courthouse For The Edge Jefferson National Expansion Memorial announces familyfriendly activities from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day at the Gateway Arch and Old Courthouse.

“Summertime is fun time in the park,” said Rhonda Schier, Chief of Museum Services and Interpretation. “Please join in the new programs and special events that best suit your family on the trails and the green spaces, in the shade gardens and the galleries.

You can experience history, explore literacy, learn about citizenship and encourage wellness at your national park.” All NPS programs are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. More information is always available from a park ranger at the Arch Information Desk or the Old Courthouse Rotunda.

Summer Hours From Saturday, May 27 through Labor Day, September 4, Jefferson National Expansion Memorial operates in extended summer hours.

The Gateway Arch is open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. The last tram ride to the top of the Arch leaves approximately one hour before closing. The Old Courthouse is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Free Family Fridays at the Old Courthouse: May 26 to September 1 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Guests of all ages can learn about St. Louis history and westward expansion during the 1800s with hands-on opportunities. Each child will create a craft project and participate in a story and song time based on the day’s theme. The program will end with a national park puppet show. Themes include: Colonial St. Louis (May 26, June 30 & August 4), Lewis and Clark (June 2, July 7 & August 11), Mountain Men (June 9, July 14 & August 18), Pioneers (June 16, July 21 & August 25), and Plains Indians (June 23, July 28 & September 1). RSVP by calling 314-982-1410.

Battle of St. Louis Commemoration, in Luther Ely Smith Square: Saturday, May 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Learn about St. Louis’ role in the American Revolution and how citizens of St. Louis defended their village from the British attack on St. Louis in May of 1780.

Observe musket and cannon firing demonstration at the top of each hour, and learn how the weapons and the town’s defenses were deployed during this battle. This event is open to the public.

Eclipse Speaker Series: Gateway to the Stars: June 4, July 2 & August 6, 8 p.m.

On the dates above, meet in the Tucker Theater inside the Gateway Arch Visitor Center for a discussion led by a ranger and guest speaker on how and where to view the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. This will be the first visible eclipse in the St. Louis area since 1442. The talk is followed by free telescope viewing of the moon and Saturn, weather permitting.

Speakers include “Sky Ranger” Richard Fefferman on June 4; Donald Ficken, St. Louis Eclipse Task Force Coordinator on July 2; and Dr. Angela Speck, University of Missouri Eclipse expert on August 6.

Call 314-655-1750 extension 472 to check weather conditions. On

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The Old Courthouse and Gateway Arch in downtown St. Louis.

Eclipse Day visitors are welcome to view the nearly total eclipse from the Gateway Arch Grounds.

There are also eclipse events and viewing areas south and west of downtown St. Louis where visitors can experience the zone of totality.

Naturalization Ceremony and St. Louis Public Library Outreach: June 14, June 30, August 18 & September 18

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In conjunction with noontime naturalization ceremonies at the Old Courthouse, the St. Louis Public Library will be on hand to help new citizens register for library cards and learn about library resources and collections. Learning activities are available for children from 10 a.m. to noon.

Fourth of July Celebration at the Old Courthouse: July 4

Celebrate Independence Day at the Old Courthouse with special ranger talks, mock trial vignettes, a public reading of the Declaration of Independence, and a concert by the Independence Band.

Downtown St. Louis History Walking Tours: Sundays in June and July, 2:30 p.m.

Meet a park ranger in the Old Courthouse Rotunda to begin

a 45-minute tour that explores downtown St. Louis and its most popular landmarks.

G r e a t Tr i a l s o f t h e O l d Courthouse: Daily in June and July, 2 p.m.

Join park rangers to learn about some of the many important trials held inside the Old Courthouse over the past 150 years. Hear about Dred Scott’s suit for freedom from slavery, Virginia Minor’s 1874 law suit to gain the right to vote and other interesting stories.

Walking Tour of the Gateway Arch Park Grounds: Daily in June and July, 10:30 a.m.

Meet a park ranger at the North Leg of the Arch for a walking tour exploring the stories of Jefferson National Expansion Memorial.

The Structure and Significance of the Gateway Arch: Daily in June and July, 11:30 a.m. & 3 p.m.

Join a park ranger in Luther Ely Smith Square in the park located between the Arch and Old Courthouse for a discussion on the Gateway Arch.

Westward Expansion Ranger Talk at the Old Courthouse: Daily in June and July, 5 p.m.

Embark on a ranger-led tour one of the exhibit galleries on the first floor of the Old Courthouse to learn more about pioneers, American Indians, Lewis & Clark and more.

Gateway Arch Park Evening Ranger Talk: Daily in June and July, 7 p.m.

Meet a park ranger at the North Leg of the Arch to hear stories of the Arch and its historical significance.

Ranger-led Riverboat Sightseeing Cruises: Daily through September 4; noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

An NPS ranger leads this sightseeing cruise that highlights the history of St. Louis and the role the Mississippi River plays today.

Call 877-982-1410 for availability . $20/adults; $10 kids ages 3-15; free for kids under 3. Save up to $3 with the Captain’s Combo (sightseeing cruise and Journey to the Top tram ride).

TICKETS: A tram ride to the Top of the Arch or an Arch Visitor Center “Entry-Only” ticket is required to enter the Gateway Arch. Visitors are strongly encouraged to purchase tickets in advance at http://www. gatewayarch.com/buytickets, or by calling 877-982-1410, or visiting the Arch Ticketing & Visitor Center at the Old Courthouse.

PARKING: A list of several downtown St. Louis parking locations within walking distance of the Old Courthouse and the Gateway Arch is available at http://getaroundstl.com. Metered street parking is also available in Downtown St. Louis. Visitors are encouraged to check www. gatewayarch.com/directions for up-to-date information on road detours and construction before their visit.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit www.gatewayarch.com, www. nps.gov/jeff, or www.facebook. com/gatewayarchNPS; or call 877982-1410. Reservations for free National Park Service interpretive programs and events at the Old Courthouse are not required, but large groups should call 314-6551614 to alert the Old Courthouse of their attendance.

People People planner Shopkins Live! coming to The Fox

S h o p k i n s L i v e ! ( w w w. s h o p k i n s l i v e o n t o u r. c o m ) , t h e first live theatrical production based on the phenomenally successful Shopkins toy brand will bring the national tour to the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Sunday, November 26 at 1:00 p.m. it was jointly announced today by Gilles Paquin, President and CEO of Koba Entertainment, and Nicole Hardiman, Senior Licensing Manager at Moose Toys.

Ti c k e t s a re $ 4 5 . 5 0 , $ 3 5 . 5 0 , $30.50, $25.50, $20.20 and may be purchased online at metrotix. com, by calling 314-534-1111, or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

Based on America’s #1 toy brand, Youtube sensation and international toy phenomenon created in Australia by Moose Toys, Shopkins Live! will feature The Shoppies and Shopkins characters taking the stage with an all new storyline, original pop music and video highlights as ‘Jessicake’, ‘Bubbleisha’, ‘PeppaMint’ and friends prepare for Shopville’s annual “Funtastic Food and Fashion Fair”.

“Shopkins is literally on every child’s wish list,” commented Paquin, who also serves as Executive Producer of Shopkins Live! “Koba Entertainment’s partnership with an innovative and leading toy manufacturer like Moose Toys allows us to bring one of the most successful toy brands in history to life on stage.”

“We are thrilled to have Koba E n t e r t a i n m e n t p re s e n t i n g o u r first-ever live theatrical show for Shopkins,” added Hardiman.

“This will be a fantastic event featuring the Shopkins and Shoppies in an amazing adventure that our North American fans can experience.”

Since its launch in 2014, the Shopkins brand continues to be a hot ticket item for children worldwide. Shoppies dolls consistently rank as the #1 kids toy in the U.S.; the first-ever Shopkins movie, Shopkins Chef C l u b , w a s re l e a s e d l a s t y e a r

by Universal Pictures Home Entertainment; and numerous dedicated apps continue to expand the brand’s ever-growing world.

Shopkin s Li ve! w i ll ru n for approximately 90 minutes, with one 15-minute intermission.

For more information on S h o p k i n s L i v e ! v i s i t w w w. s h o p k i n s l i v e o n t o u r. c o m a n d sign-up to be the first to hear about the pre-sale offer, on-sale dates and North American tour dates.

Confluence Tower expands hours

Spring has sprung all along the Meeting of the Great Rivers and the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower is now open five days a week.

Visitors can now watch the spring season evolve at the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers from 50, 100 and 150 feet high.

T h e To w e r, l o c a t e d a t 4 3 5 Confluence Tower Dr., Hartford, IL, is open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from Noon to

Union Station Hotel, 1820 Market Street. The tour itinerary includes Union Station, Peabody Opera House, City Hall, Central L i b r a r y, C a m p b e l l H o u s e Museum and Soldiers Memorial.

Wa s h i n g t o n Av e n u e To u r : Meeting site: Outside Tigin Irish Pub, 333 Washington Avenue at 4th Street.

Tour goers will view historic buildings including 555 Wa s h i n g t o n Av e n u e , N a t i o n a l Blues Museum, International S h o e C o m p a n y, C i t y M u s e u m and the birthplace of St. Louis a n d Wa s h i n g t o n U n i v e r s i t y campuses.

Reservations are not required for groups of less than 10 persons. For group bookings, dial 314-690-3140 or e-mail walkingtours314@gmail.com For information about other tours and events offered by Landmarks Association of St. Louis, visit the Landmarks Association of St. Louis, Inc. website at www.landmarks-stl. org.

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“Spring is finally here,” Deanna Barnes, Hartford Project Manager said. “We have great views from the Tower throughout the spring season and some exciting events planned for people who want to celebrate our beautiful spring foliage. Visitors can check out our events at the Confluence Tower website.”

Guided daily tours are available throughout the day at the Tower.

Admission to the Tower is $6 for adults, $5 for adults 62 and over, active military and military veterans, $4 for children 12 and u n d e r a n d c h i l d re n t w o a n d under are free. Group rates are available for 12 or more people and reservations can be made by calling the Alton Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau at (618) 465-6676.

St. Louis walking tours begin

Lace up your most comfortable shoes and head Downtown to kick-off the 18th Season of D o w n t o w n Wa l k i n g To u r s s p o n s o re d b y t h e L a n d m a r k s Association of St. Louis.

The 2017 tours are held each Saturday, 10 AM to Noon, rain or shine, through October 28.

T h re e t o u r ro u t e s h i g h l i g h t Downtown St. Louis' amazing architecture, history and even some surprising secrets about the people and places that helped shape the city.

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Downtown East Tour: Meeting site: the 4th Street entrance to the Old Courthouse, between M a r k e t a n d C h e s t n u t S t re e t s .

H i g h l i g h t s o f t h e E a s t To u r include the Old Courthouse, Old Cathedral, Gateway Arch, Eads Bridge, Old Post Office, Wa i n w r i g h t B u i l d i n g a n d a Philip Johnson-designed office building.

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Apollo 11 exhibit coming to St. Louis The Saint Louis Science Center is proud to announce that it is one of four science museums nationwide to host “Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission,” a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. The exhibition will feature the Apollo 11 command module Columbia, marking the first time in 46 years the module has left the museum, as well as 20 artifacts from the historic mission. After the e x h i b i t i o n t o u r, t h e a r t i f a c t s will return to the Smithsonian for a new exhibition, also titled “Destination Moon,” which will open in 2020.

“Destination Moon” will be at the Saint Louis Science Center from April 14 to Sept. 3, 2018.

The 49th anniversary of the moon landing is July 20, 2018.

“St. Louis played a vital role in the Space Race, with McDonnellDouglas serving as a key leader

in the development of the M e rc u r y a n d A p o l l o m i s s i o n technology,” said Bert Vescolani, p re s i d e n t a n d C E O . “ We a re honored to have the opportunity to host this exhibition, which represents an iconic period in our country’s history. We are the only museum in the Midwest to host this exhibition, which is so special for the city of St. Louis.

We feel very honored because we know that for many people this will be a once- in-a-lifetime chance to see these artifacts.”

In addition to the Apollo 11 command module Columbia, the only portion of the historic spacecraft to complete the first mission to land a man on the moon and safely return him to Earth, the exhibition will feature: • Star Chart: The chart shows the positions of the sun, moon and stars at the time Apollo 11 was scheduled to leave Earth’s orbit and head for the moon.

• Rucksack #1, Survival Kit: One of two rucksacks filled with equipment to help the crew survive for up to 48 hours in the event of an emergency landing s o m e w h e re o n E a r t h . T h e k i t includes three water containers, a radio beacon and spare battery, t h re e p a i r s o f s u n g l a s s e s , s i x packages of desalting chemicals, a seawater desalter kit, two survival lights, a machete and two bottles of sunscreen.

• Aldrin’s Extravehicular

Vi s o r : B u z z A l d r i n w o re t h i s outer helmet while on the surface of the moon. It fit over his clear pressure-bubble helmet.

• Aldrin’s Extravehicular Gloves: These gloves have an outer, cut-resistant shell of Chromel-R fabric across the hands to prevent fatal air leaks caused by handling sharp objects and gauntlets to protect against solar heating. The blue fingertips w e re m a d e o f s i l i c o n e ru b b e r to provide more sensitivity for touching.

Vescolani said, “‘Destination Moon’ will help visitors of all ages to appreciate the accomplishment of the Moon Landing and all of the work that went into making it happen. We hope the exhibition inspires our guests to think about what is next in space discovery. Perhaps one of them will play a role in exploring Mars and beyond.”

Saint Louis Science Center The mission of the Saint Louis Science Center is to ignite and sustain lifelong science and technology learning.

Named a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate in 2016, the Saint Louis Science Center features more than 700 interactive exhibits, as well as a five-story OMNIMAX Theater, Boeing Hall and the James S. McDonnell Planetarium. For more information about the Saint Louis Science Center, please visit slsc.org.

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People People planner Zoo announces summer programs

From the ever-popular Camp KangaZoo to individual programs for all ages, the Saint Louis Zoo’s Education Department has classes, overnight experiences and daytime adventures for everyone in the family.

Camp KangaZoo Camp KangaZoo campers can choose to attend one or two full-day camps with the themes "Ecology-Everything’s Connected” and “Extreme Animals.” Monday through Thursday, campers will play games, meet animals, enjoy sing-alongs and view dynamic Zoo exhibits. On Thursday nights, they’ll sleep at the Zoo and wake up with the birds!

Camp KangaZoo scholarships are available for families with financial need.

Younger children can hop "out of the pouch" and into the Zoo at Camp Joey. Half-day and full-day sessions are available for children who are at least 4 years old and entering kindergarten.

New this year, the Zoo is o ff e r i n g s p e c i a l t y c a m p s f o r kids entering grades 4-9. Topics include Zoo Careers, Junior Zoologist, Junior and Senior Marine Biologist. Teen Camp is available for youth entering grades 7-9.

Overnights Families with kids ages 5 and up can attend the Prehistoric Animals and Their Cousins or the Under the Sea-lion overnight programs.

Summer Programs Zoo programs for young children and youth keep growing minds sharp in the lazy summer months. The Zoo offers a variety of animal topics for various ages. Kids can learn about birds, mammals and reptiles, see stingrays up close, examine dinosaur fossils, create animal habitats, sing animal songs, ident i f y a n i ma l t ra ck s , t o u c h biofacts, tour the Zoo and meet the animals.

For youth in grades 2-8, the Zoo offers Keeper-for-a-Day at the Emerson Children’s Zoo, A Day with the Rays and Advanced Day with the Rays at Stingrays at Caribbean Cove. Engineer-for-aDay is available for those 7 years old and up. A Junior Sea Lion Trainer program is available for ages 10 to adult.

Scouts can learn about animals and sleep under the stars while working toward fulfilling their badge requirements at the Snooze at the Zoo programs.

Scout overnight programs are for Cub Scouts, Webelos, Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes.

Adult programs include evening safari tours, wine and cheese night prowls, painting nights, overnights and more.

Registration Early bird mail-in or dropoff registration forms must be received by March 6.

Online registration begins March 7 for Zoo members and March 9 for general public. Program fees vary.

For a complete list of programs, registration forms, online registration, camp scholarship applications and more information, visit stlzoo. org/education. Registration for programs is not available by phone. For questions, call (314) 646-4544, option #6. All proceeds support the Saint Louis Zoo.

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Explore St. Louis guides now available

Explore St. Louis is pleased to announce the release of the 2017 Official St. Louis Visitors Guide offering visitors the latest information on what to see and do to plan a St. Louis adventure. The guide is filled with suggestions on great places to eat, shop, play and stay in St. Louis and across the region.

A d d i t i o n a l l y, t h e g u i d e highlights what’s new to St. Louis in 2017, including overviews on some of St. Louis’ unique neighborhoods, the CityArchRiver project that is transforming the grounds surrounding the historic Gateway Arch, the booming urban arts scene throughout the region, a look at St. Louis breweries, and a glimpse at what St. Louis has to offer music lovers. There’s also a glance at the Saint Louis Science Center ’s The Discovery of King Tut exhibit, the newly unveiled 4,000-square-foot expansion of the Field House Museum, the debut of the Loop Trolley and St. Louis’ newest concert venue, Delmar Hall.

Approximately 350,000 copies of the 100-page magazinestyle, full-color brochure have been printed and are being distributed across the country.

Vi s i t o r s c a n v i e w t h e d i g i t a l version of the guide at www. explorestlouis.com or pick up a copy of the guide at one of Explore St. Louis’ visitor centers located throughout the area, at the Old Courthouse; America’s Center convention complex; and at the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor & Education Center in Forest Park. There are two additional centers at LambertSt. Louis International Airport, located by the baggage claim area on the lower levels of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Explore St. Louis is the driving force behind St. Louis’ $5 billion convention and tourism industry, the official destination m a r k e t i n g o rg a n i z a t i o n o f S t .

Louis City and County and operator of the America’s Center Convention Complex.

Museum celebrates Route 66 in St. Louis

On Nov. 11, 2016, Route 66 celebrates its 90th anniversary. To mark this milestone, the Missouri History Museum developed Route 66: Main Street Through S t . L o u i s , a 6 , 0 0 0 - s q u a re - f o o t exhibition that explores the local history of the world-famous highway. Route 66: Main Street through St. Louis is open from June 25 through July 16, 2017.

Route 66 touched eight states and connected more than 100 cities from Chicago to Los Angeles. St. Louis was the largest city in between. As the road meandered through the city, it passed by a number of stops that were unique to St. Louis – from popular restaurants to scandalous motes. Route 66: Main Street through St. Louis tells St. Louis' distinctive story on the Mother Road.

Visitors will get their kicks learning about the motels, custard stands and tourist traps that could be found along the road as it passed through St. Louis. Route 66 through St. Louis wound its way from the bridges through downtown streets and depending on the year, provided travelers with several options for navigating through the city to the county and west.

Locals will recognize some of the iconic places they still visit today such as Ted Drewes, Crown Candy Kitchen, Carl's Drive In and The Chase Hotel. They will also rediscover places that are gone with the passage of time such as the Coral Court Motel, the Parkmoor, the Chain of Rocks Amusement Park and the 66 Park-In Theatre. Artifacts include neon signs like the original sign from the La Casa Grande Mo te l o n Wats o n, and c las s ic cars including a 1963 Corvette Stingray convertible and a 1957 Airstream Travel Trailer.

Route 66 opened on Nov. 11, 1926, as the major highway

connecting Chicago and Los Angeles. Route 66 bore the hardships of the Great Depression, taking migrants west to find a new life. It carried military transports through World War II. At its height in the 1950s and '60s, tourists traveled its length to see the sights of the Southwest and California. Route 66 bore witness to the rise of the car culture. It helped create a fascination with drive-in theaters and drive-in restaurants, with motels and cabin courts, with tourist shops and tourist traps.

By the 1970s, the interstate system offered a more efficient way to get around the country and rendered Route 66 obsolete.

The Mother Road was officially decommissioned in 1985, with many of the states removing the s h i e l d s b e f o re t h a t . A l t h o u g h Route 66 is long gone, relics of it still remain across St. Louis.

Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis serves as a vehicle to transport visitors back to a time when car travel was an adventure and mom-and-pop diners and motels ruled the road.

Admission is free.

The Missouri History Museum is located in Forest Park.

F o r m o re i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t www.mohistory.org.

Airshow to mark SAFB's 100th anniversary

Scott Air Force Base will celebrate its centennial anniversary in June of 2017. To commemorate this historic milestone, the base will host an open house and airshow featuring the U.S. Air Force's Thunderbirds, set for June 10-11, 2017.

The land today known as Scott AFB was initially leased in June of 1917, and by September of that year, it was officially established as Scott Field. Scott AFB is the fourth oldest continuously active base in the U.S. Air Force, and the only Air Force base named in honor of an enlisted member, Corporal Frank S. Scott.

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By 1937, the lighter-than-air era ended for the entire Army Air Corps and the War Department intended to move the General H e a d q u a r t e r s A i r F o rc e f ro m Langley Field, Virginia to Scott Field. America’s entry into World War II would change that plan.

The Army Chief of Staff changed Scott’s primary mission in 1939 making it a communications training location. Even after the birth of the U.S. Air Force in 1947, Scott AFB would continue as a communications training installation graduating over 150,000 communications operators and maintenance personnel by 1959.

By 1964, Scott became responsible for all aeromedical transportation within the U.S, and by 1975, the base was responsible for worldwide patient movement.

Throughout the 70s, 80s and 90s, the Scott AFB’s mission continued to evolve and change with the addition of new aircraft and units.

Scott’s present flying mission showcases the integration of the Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard components of the U.S. Air Force.

The 375th Air Mobility Wing (Active Duty) and the 932d Airlift Wing (Reserve) fly operational support airlift for priority passengers in the C-21 and C-40 aircraft respectively, while the 126th Air Refueling Wing (IL Air National Guard) conducts worldwide KC-135 air refueling missions.

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People People planner Laumeier Sculpture Park announces schedule

Laumeier Sculpture Park, located 12580 Rott Road in St. Louis, has announced its upconing schedule.

For more information call (314) 615-5278.

February–April 2017 Laumeier Teen Program Laumeier's Teen Program is designed to encourage creative expression in young adults ages 13 to 19, offering workshops and mentoring to assist teens in preparing well-rounded portfolios.

The Teen Program meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month during the school year at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. $60 per month, ages 13 to 19. Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier. org for more information.

March–August 2017 Spring & Summer Art Classes & Workshops Laumeier Sculpture Park offers education programs for all ages as multi-day classes and one-day workshops for youth, teens, adults and families. Art Classes and Workshops provide participants with a focused experience within a particular medium, process or concept. Art Classes and Workshops are taught by local, experienced Artist-Instructors and are designed to encourage artistic development and self-expression. Small class sizes provide participants with individual attention; projects are designed to allow participants the freedom to explore their own potential and creativity. Art Classes and Workshops meet at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. Prices vary.

Call 314.615.5278 or visit www. laumeier.org for more information.

June 9, 2017 Adult Workshop: Mud & Merlot Get down and dirty and try your hand at the potter ’s wheel in a relaxed, fun and light-hearted environment. Make wheel-thrown objects such as cups, bowls, or vases following an instructor demon st ra t i on ; s e l e c t fro m a variety of glazes to complete your piece. Pick up your finished piece at Laumeier the following week. A bottle of wine and some clay make for a great date night or night out with friends! Bring your own wine; light snacks are provided. Laumeier Sculpture Park’s one-day Art Workshops provide participants with a focused experience within a particular medium, process or concept. Art Workshops are taught by local, experienced Artist-Instructors and are designed to encourage artistic development and self-expression.

Friday, June 9, 6:30–9:30 p.m. at the Kranzberg Education Lab at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. $45, ages 21 and up. Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier.org for more information.

June 11, 2017 Free Family Day Laumeier Sculpture Park’s Free Family Days provide families a chance to bond while encouraging observation, imagination, curiosity and creativity. Free Family Days offer participants of all ages structured activities using a variety of materials to create artwork based on personal experience.

Activities are designed to be simple enough for ages 4 and up to enjoy, yet complex enough that

more experienced young artists can take their projects to another level.

Families have fun exploring new media and concepts while finding inspiration among Laumeier ’s natural environment, temporary exhibitions and the Permanent C o l l e c t i o n . S u n d a y, J u n e 11 , 2:00–4:00 p.m. at the Kranzberg Education Lab at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. Free, all ages.

Call 314.615.5278 or visit www. laumeier.org for more information.

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LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK 12580 Rott Road / Saint Louis, Missouri 63127 / 314.615.5278 www. laumeier.org June 12–August 11, 2017 Summer Art Camps Laumeier Sculpture Park offers one-week Summer Art Camps in half-day sessions for ages 4 to 6 (June 12–July 28) and full-day sessions for ages 6 to 15 (June 12–August 11). Each week, campers (divided into groups by age category) learn about art and art history; explore the Park grounds and woodland trails; and find inspiration in Laumeier’s artworks for drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpting and more!

Summer Art Camps are taught by local, experienced Artist-Instructors and are structured to encourage artistic development and selfexpression through social interaction and individual skill-building experiences. All materials are provided, and each camper receives an Art Camp t-shirt. Extended Day is available for full-day sessions only; additional fees apply. Summer Art Camps meet at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. $120, half-day sessions, ages 4 to 6; $210, full-day sessions, ages 6 to 15. (No Art Camp the week of July 3.) Call 314.615.5278

or visit www.laumeier.org for more information.

June 15, 2017 Free Stroller Tour: Material Girl Laumeier Sculpture Park offers free Stroller Tours on the third Thursday of each month, May–October. Tours are led by trained Laumeier Docents and last approximately one hour. Participants are advised to dress appropriately for the season and wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven pathways. Please note, strollers are not provided. Tour meets Thursday, June 15, at 10:00 a.m. in the Public Plaza outside the Adam Aronson Fine Arts Center at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. Free, all ages.

Call 314.615.5278 or visit www. laumeier.org for more information.

June 24, 2017 Te e n & A d u l t Wo r k s h o p : Collagraphs Unlimited Collage your way to fun, textured prints! Create images by adhering different textural materials to a thin board base “printing plate.”

Then, print the plates as a blind emboss or ink and print tonally and in color. Beginners welcome!

Laumeier Sculpture Park’s one-day Art Workshops provide participants with a focused experience within a particular medium, process or concept. Art Workshops are taught by local, experienced ArtistInstructors and are designed to encourage artistic development and self-expression. Saturday, June 24, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at the Kranzberg Education Lab at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. $80, ages 13 and up. Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier. org for more information.

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June 24, 2017 Family Workshop: Mudworks Explore the fun and messy w o r l d o f c l a y t h ro u g h h a n d building. Learn basic sculpting techniques while creating objects out of slabs, coils and pinch pots.

Designed to encourage problemsolving, develop motor skills and teach the value of patience.

Pick up your finished pieces at Laumeier the following week.

Laumeier Sculpture Park’s multig e n e r a t i o n a l A r t Wo r k s h o p s are a wonderful way for family members to spend quality and creative time together! Children— along with a parent, grandparent or caregiver—explore new artistic media, develop a meaningful bond and create memories to last a lifetime. Registration fee includes one adult with one child; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, June 24, 2:00–4:00 p.m. at the Kranzberg Education Lab at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. $45, adult with child ages 4 to 12.

Call 314.615.5278 or visit www. laumeier.org for more information.

June 28, 2017 Early Memory Loss Tour: Way Field Participants, along with a care partner, enjoy an interactive, themed tour at Laumeier Sculpture Park. Tours are led by Laumeier Docents who have been trained by the Alzheimer ’s Association of St. Louis and can be tailored to fit all participants’ needs and abilities.

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Participants stand and walk up to 45 minutes; tour pathways are wheelchair- and walker-accessible (hats and sunglasses are strongly recommended). Registration fee includes one care partner or support person with one participant. Tour meets Wednesday, June 28, at 1:00 p.m. in the Public Plaza outside the Adam Aronson Fine Arts Center at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. $10, care partner with participant. Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier. org for more information.

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People People planner Events scheduled in Litchfield area

The Litchfield Tourism Office has worked alongside local organizations to bring to you the most up to date calendar of 2017 Annual Litchfield Events. Events are added to the online calendar throughout the year; for the most up to date information log on to www.

VisitLitchfield.com/events, sign up on Tourism’s event e-blast list, or like ‘Visit Litchfield Illinois’ on Facebook.

2017 Event Calendar: 2017 Litchfield Pickers Market Every second Sunday of the month from April - October (2017 Market Dates: April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10, October 8) 9 AM - 3 PM Downtown Litchfield beginning on the corner of Union Ave. (Route 16) and State St. This open air market, specializing in items prior to 1980 and refurbished vintage and antique items, brings hundreds of vendors to the streets of downtown Litchfield.

Hosted by: Litchfield Tourism For more information: www.

VisitLitchfield.com or 866-733-5833 or tourism@cityoflitchfieldil.com Saturday, June 10, 2017 8 AM – 5 PM Litchfield Museum & Route 66 Welcome Center (334 Old Route 66 North) Celebrate Route 66 with this multi-town scavenger hunt.

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VisitLitchfield.com or 866-733-5833 or tourism@cityoflitchfieldil.com Fit for Life: Heart Healthy 5 K Saturday, June 24, 2017 8 AM Picnic Area 3 at Lake Lou Yaeger (3 Primitive Lane) 5K run through the grounds surrounding Lake Lou Yaeger Hosted by: M & M Multisport Club For more information: race@ mmmultisport.com Website: www.mmmultisport. com 5K Freedom Fun Run/Walk Saturday, July 1, 2017 7:30 AM Lake Lou Yaeger, Picnic Area 3

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Hosted by the: Litchfield Tourism Office F o r m o re i n f o r m a t i o n w w w.

VisitLitchfield.com or 866-733-5833 or tourism@cityoflitchfieldil.com Independence Day Fireworks Tuesday, July 4, 2017 9:30 PM Lake Lou Yaeger, Marina 1 (4313 Beach House Trail) Celebrate Independence Day as you watch fireworks launch over Lake Lou Yaeger.

Sponsored by the Litchfield Tourism Office.

For more information contact 866-533-5833 or tourism@ cityoflitchfieldil.com Big Dawg Dare Saturday, July 15, 2017 First Wave at 8 AM, Waves of 100 every 30 minutes until Noon.

Beginners wave at Noon.

Wolff Farms: North 15th Avenue 5k mud run/obstacle course, 2k for beginners For more information contact: Brian Hollo at bigdawgdare@ h o t m a i l . co m o r 217-246-2895.

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Website: bigdawgdare.com Party in the Park Friday & Saturday, July 21-22 Friday - 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am -11:00 pm Downtown Litchfield beginning on the corner of Union Ave. (Route 16) and State Street Carnival, Live Band, Food & Vendor Booths, Pageants and more!

Hosted by the Litchfield Chamber of Commerce.

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"King Arthur: Legend of the Sword"

Deep into Guy Ritchie's "King Arthur: Legend of the Sword," a bad guy who we've never met before informs Arthur (Charlie Hunnam) and his mates that they'd better be at the castle before dark if they want to see "the boy" and "the girl" again. It's one of those harmless, up the stakes clichés that's all too common in action movies, but, in the flawed yet amusing "King Arthur," it unwittingly left me baffled. "Which girl?" I wondered, sincerely doubting that this was the intended effect.

At this point there are two options: The Mage (Astrid Berges-Frisbey), a strange animal-controlling sorceress who we recently saw with a knife at her throat, or Maggie (Annabelle Wallis) who over the course of the movie is so underdeveloped that at different points I'd thought she was Arthur's presumed to be dead mother (who is in fact played by the just similar enough-looking Poppy Delevingne) or the evil King Vortigern's (Jude Law) wife.

(She's neither.) It's a strange thing for a movie that is this packed to the brim with dialogue and clever exposition to have managed to so insufficiently explain a supposed key player.

The film is somehow both overwritten and underwritten.

It's a stretch to even deem it a King Arthur movie (marketing calls it an "iconoclastic take on the classic Excalibur myth," while a producer says it's "not your father's King Arthur.")

RATED: PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for "sequences of violence and action, some suggestive content and brief strong language.

RUNNING TIME: 126 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Two stars out of four.

"Alien: Covenant"

Ah, the siren song of John Denver. Who among us can resist it? Certainly, not the crew of the Covenant, a vessel powered by a golden sail cruising through space with 2,000 "colonists" in hyper sleep and years to go until they reach their destination.

But when a shock wave from a solar flare jostles the crew awake, they soon begin hearing a faint transmission of "Take Me Home, Country Roads" emanating from a curiously Earth-like planet. Such sonic waves would be expected if this was "Guardians of the Galaxy," but this is the "Alien" universe — no place for sunny '70s singersongwriters. When the antsy crew deviates from their carefully planned mission to seek the transmission's source, we know it's only a matter of time until cosmic crustaceans begin bursting forth from bodies. Take me home? You betcha.

"Alien: Covenant" is, itself, a homecoming of sorts for a well-traveled franchise. Since Ridley Scott's 1979 original — still the ultimate deep-space horror — "Alien" has passed through numerous directors (James Cameron, David Fincher, Jean-Pierre Jeunet) and a prequel reboot, Scott's "Prometheus." That film, more bloodless and brainy, sought to answer questions of origin with some pretty audacious backstory and — there's just no easy way to say this — eyebrow-less colossuses who created the universe.

In Scott's "Alien: Covenant," taking place ten years after "Prometheus," the so-called Engineers are, thankfully, nowhere to be seen. Back instead are everyone's favorite extraterrestrials, those acid-dripping drama queens so fond of making a big entrance.

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "sci-fi violence, bloody images, language and some sexuality/nudity."

RUNNING TIME: 123 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Two and a half stars out of four.

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"Baywatch"

Have you ever fantasized about one day walking away from your well-ordered life? Just ditching work and the humdrum routine of life? You have? Then, before you go, you need to see the curiously brilliant film "Wakefield."

Bryan Cranston stars as Howard Wakefield, a successful, upper class suburbanite with a wife and kids who, on an otherwise ordinary day, doesn't come home from work. He effectively drops out of life.

No, "Wakefield " isn't a story about running away. Our hero actually chooses to stay very close to his family — he hides in his home's unheated garage attic and scrounges for food in Dumpsters. He spends the next several months quietly spying on the life he has removed himself from.

"I ask you: What is so sacrosanct about a marriage and a family that you should have to live in it day after day, however unrealized that life may be?" he asks. "Who hasn't had the impulse to just put that life on hold for a moment?"

"Wakefield" is directed by Robin Swicord from her adaptation of E.L. Doctorow's short story. Her film is a moody meditation on modern living and surveillance, true to the original 10,000-word tale but also beautifully cinematic.

It taps into a deep vein of American angst at social conformity, explored before by everyone from Henry David Thoreau to "American Beauty." It arrives at a time when there's a surge in interest in a more natural life far from the crowds — so-called "cabin porn." But the suburban cabin Wakefield finds himself leads to a brutal, unromantic life.

Forever peering down into the main house's windows, Wakefield must endure freezing New York winters and its blistering summer days.

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "for some sexual material and language."

RUNNING TIME: 109 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three star out of four.

Of this, dear moviegoer, rest assured: Dwayne Johnson's biceps still ripple and glisten in the sunlight. So do his triceps, pecs, abs, delts, quads, lats and the other 600 or so muscles of the human body.

And that charismatic, multi-million dollar grin? Still there, too.

But the dude isn't a magician. And only a true magician could find a way to make something light and fun and fresh out of the unwieldy, derivative and mostly unfunny endeavor that is "Baywatch."

Now, maybe the filmmakers weren't thinking light and fun and fresh. They opted to make an R-rated film, upping the raunch factor of the '90s TV series starring David Hasselhoff and a slo-mo running Pamela Anderson. But the R rating doesn't mean they've gone all dark and deep; it just seems to mean lots of raunchy language, humping gags and extended crotch shots. That last category includes a centerpiece scene in which our two leading men, Johnson and Zac Efron, play around with a penis on a corpse in a morgue. Yes, that's actually what they do.

Let's try to wipe that image out of our brains now, shall we?

"Baywatch," directed by Seth Gordon, begins by establishing the heart and brawn of our main guy, Mitch Buchannon, leader of the Baywatch squad and hometown hero. We see him hurtling into the water to save a kitesurfer from certain death.

Running along the beach, he ducks into a basketball game to expertly block a shot.

He passes an adoring beachgoer building an elaborate sand sculpture of him.

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "language throughout, crude sexual content, and graphic nudity."

RUNNING TIME: 116 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

"Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales"

"Wonder Woman " has been the subject of so much superfluous fuss, it'd be easy to forget that behind all of the hand-wringing and both symbolic and real pressure to succeed there's actually a movie meant to entertain.

Yet, like the heroine at its center, "Wonder Woman" the movie rises with powerful grace above the noise. It's not perfect, but it's often good, sometimes great and exceptionally re-watchable.

Director Patty Jenkins' film is so threaded with sincerity and goodness it's a wonder how it got past the pugnacious minds responsible for what's come before. "Wonder Woman" evokes not only the spirit of Richard Donner's "Superman," but also Joe Johnston's "Captain America: The First Avenger," while still being its own thing. Just look to the image of Gal Gadot confidently striding out alone onto an unwinnable battlefield with only a shield, a sword and a mission — and prevailing.

It's enough to give you goosebumps.

"Wonder Woman" is structured as a coming-of-age story about how Diana, the Amazonian princess, becomes Wonder Woman. It's framed, clumsily, as an over two hour flashback provoked by a note from Bruce Wayne. Of all the stupid interconnected universe things!

Thankfully, Jenkins transitions quickly into the actual story about a naive idealist who comes to accept the complexities of mankind. From a tender age, Diana, living on the achingly idyllic island of Themyscira, dreams of being a warrior. Her mother, Queen Hippolyta (Connie Nielsen) disapproves, although she inexplicably withholds the real reason.

RATED: PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for "sequences of violence and action, and some suggestive content."

RUNNING TIME: 141 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

The opening scene of the new "Pirates of the Caribbean" is a fitting metaphor for where we stand in this long franchise: A creaky old galleon is unceremoniously yanked up from the ocean depths and the only things aboard are cranky old ghosts.

A weary, battered fifth chapter — "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales" — lumbers into theaters this summer high on GCI tricks but with a hopelessly muddled plot and recurring characters basically running on fumes.

Johnny Depp is back as Jack Sparrow, as is Geoffrey Rush as a well-bearded Barbossa, looking a lot like the Cowardly Lion, and his faithful capuchin monkey.

Newcomers include Golshifteh Farahani as a pretty cool, punky witch, and Kaya Scodelario and Brenton Thwaites, who play young star-crossed lovers with serious daddy issues, adding vitality and maybe future franchise possibilities.

The bad guy this time is Javier Bardem as a ghost ship captain and he proves to be an extraordinary actor because he comes across as a very believable ghost ship captain.

His full-throttled, single-minded fury recalls Ricardo Montalban in "The Wrath of Khan."

RATED: PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for "some suggestive content and adventure violence."

RUNNING TIIME: 128 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One star out of four.

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This image released by Warner Bros. Entertainment shows Gal Gadot in a scene from "Wonder Woman," in theaters on June 2.

"Wonder Woman" film, star live up to title

By LINDSAY BAHR Associated Press "Wonder Woman " has been the subject of so much superfluous fuss, it'd be easy to forget that behind all of the hand-wringing and both symbolic and real pressure to succeed there's actually a movie meant to entertain.

Yet, like the heroine at its center, "Wonder Woman" the movie rises with powerful grace above the noise. It's not perfect, but it's often good, sometimes great and exceptionally re-watchable.

Director Patty Jenkins' film is so threaded with sincerity and goodness it's a wonder how it got past the pugnacious minds responsible for what's come before. "Wonder Woman" evokes not only the spirit of Richard Donner's

"Superman," but also Joe Johnston's "Captain America: The First Avenger," while still being its own thing. Just look to the image of Gal Gadot confidently striding out alone onto an unwinnable battlefield with only a shield, a sword and a mission — and prevailing. It's enough to give you goosebumps.

"Wonder Woman" is structured as a coming-of-age story about how Diana, the Amazonian princess, becomes Wonder Woman. It's framed, clumsily, as an over two hour flashback provoked by a note from Bruce Wayne. Of all the stupid interconnected universe things!

Thankfully, Jenkins transitions quickly into the actual story about a naive idealist who comes to accept the complexities of mankind. From a tender age, Diana, living

on the achingly idyllic island of Themyscira, dreams of being a warrior. Her mother, Queen Hippolyta (Connie Nielsen) disapproves, although she inexplicably withholds the real reason.

It's no wonder Diana aspires to fight. She's been told that their sole purpose is to keep the peace and destroy Ares, the god of war.

Also, and not insignificantly, the warriors led

by General Antiope (Robin Wright), are some of the fiercest babes ever to grace the screen.

They fly around with swords and shields, bedecked in armored mini dresses and wedged gladiator sandals that allow them to leap 50 feet in the air.

Young Diana trains in secret, and then with reluctant permission, until an American spy, Steve Trevor (Chris Pine), crash lands on the

island and tells the Amazons about the "war to end all wars." Diana concludes World War I must be Ares' doing and decides, impetuously and like so many arrogant superheroes before her, that she's ready for battle.

In London and at the battlefront, Diana gets a crash course in humanity, from the ills (sexism, alcoholism, colonialism, racism, apathy) to the good (babies, snow, ice cream).

It's all very simplistic, but Gadot's serious and unapologetic curiosity sells the dubious premise that a woman so versed in so many things from Socrates to the "pleasures of the flesh" could be this unaware of human flaws.

Perhaps they only teach the good stuff in Themyscira. But that's what Trevor is there for — to help this otherworldly crusader acclimate.

"Baywatch" a sophomoric effort

By ROBERT GRUBAUGH For The Edge The thing about going to see the "Baywatch" movie is really simple. No one is going for any reason to benefit themselves other than through laughter. I can easily sum it up for you thusly: 'pretty people in bathing suits use really bad language to comedic effect'. And, yet, I had a great time seeing it on the big screen - the best way to view comedies. It's fun in a way that "The Hangover" or "Neighbors" is fun, that is to say stupid as can be, but with a penchant for chuckle-inducing shenanigans. It also provides a nice winking nod to its namesake TV series that ran on NBC and in syndication from 1989-2001, though the two have little in common beyond the names of the

major characters and the signature (little) red lifeguard uniforms that helped the boys in my generation learn and remember names like Pamela Anderson, Yasmine Bleeth, and Gena Lee Nolin. Things change, but they always come back to you when Hollywood runs out of fresh ideas.

Here's the gist of this movie update: Lieutenant Mitch Buchannon (Dwayne Johnson) hires a trio of new recruits to refresh his legacy as Boss Man of the Emerald Bay. He's the alpha dog in this So. Cal paradise and everyone on the beach knows his name. Mitch saved their grandma one day. Or performed CPR on their sister.

Maybe he recovered some of their stolen loot from notorious "sand grifters". Either way, he's the allseeing, all-knowing BMOC adored by the public and beloved by his

bosses. But there's one enemy he doesn't know about, Victoria Leeds (Priyanka Chopra), the elegant and dangerous new owner of the exclusive resort club adjacent to his boardwalk headquarters. Victoria is all sunshine and civic booster, using her cover to smuggle a new fad drug pipeline right under Mitch's nose. Think of her as "Breaking Bad"'s Gus Fring, if you get the reference. So Mitch goes after her, all undercover style, and that's where a formulaic plot become hokey and little more than jokes about drunken buffoonery and genitalia.

We can't really blame Mitch's lifeguards. Ilfenesh Hadera and Kelly Rohrbach play competent rescuers Stephanie Holden and CJ Parker. Newbie Summer Quinn (Alexandra Daddario) is as deep as her dimples and the actress

also played Johnson's daughter in "San Andreas" a few years ago (and potentially in its announced sequel). The audience probably will relate best to Ronnie (Jon Bass), the only guy on the team who looks like a non-model. Ronnie's a dork and exists only really to perv on CJ, but the character is responsible for the few actual laughs that exist in this movie. Mostly, "Baywatch" is a vehicle for Johnson, now a comedy star since he's ditched going by his moniker "The Rock", to bag on Matt Brody (Zac Efron), the disgraced Olympian pretty boy forced into community service in Mitch's crew.

Seeing the fit Efron without his shirt must be most of the appeal to seeing this picture.

"Baywatch" employs too many scattershot ideas to make it into anything resembling a coherent film.

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adventure and part action danger flick. It's a comedy that only occasionally produces real humor and a buddy picture where the two leads don't even like each other.

There are shocking murders and huge explosion set pieces (yes, more than one). There's even a pair of cameos, if you look closely enough, that kind of make sense. Anderson's is wasted and Hasselhoff's is sad-funny. So, yeah, I laughed despite myself.

Sometime a summer comedy has to stay completely away from taking itself seriously to be enjoyed, especially when it's as sophomoric as this one.

"Baywatch" runs 116 minutes and is rated R for language throughout, crude sexual content, and graphic nudity. I give this film two stars out of four.

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Naperville Masonic Lodge turns 100

By MARIE WILSON (Arlington Heights) Daily Herald NAPERVILLE, Ill. (AP) — The symbolism is rich and plentiful inside the wood-paneled rooms of the Naperville Masonic Temple.

There's the all-seeing eye of God, painted into a mural at the center of the ceiling, along with three angels representing faith, hope and charity, all climbing Jacob's ladder toward the heavens.

There's a library filled with more than 1,500 books on the fraternity of freemasonry and its pursuit of perfection among men.

There are aprons for members, called master masons, to wear during meetings and a plain "preparation room" with nothing on the walls

but an invocation to a higher power.

As the home of a 169-year-old fraternity called Euclid Lodge No. 65 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, the temple should be a place filled with signs and emblems, images of meaning for men as they strive along the path from good to better, master masons say.

"This is like an oasis away from the rest of the world," said Tim Ory, a master mason and secretary/historian for the lodge. "People from all walks of life come to work on being better people."

The masons' oasis is hitting a milestone this year as the building at 34 W. Jefferson Ave. turns 100 years old. The group marked the moment on May 1, when master masons placed a new time capsule into the

cornerstone to replace a 1916 capsule installed when construction began.

"We are in charge of quite a historical monument," said Don Cowart, a master mason and vice president of the Naperville Masonic Temple Association, an umbrella organization that maintains the space where four groups of masons meet. "It is something that we take seriously to maintain and improve."

The latest round of improvements began in 2010 and continues this year with work to install new paneling in the temple. The project gives the masons another reason to look back with pride on the stories that gave the group a prominent presence among the leaders and decision-makers of Naperville.

Ory has been researching such stories for

the past 24 years, since he grew curious about the names and faces posted on the walls. The images depict past leaders, called worshipful masters for the lodge and high priests for the Euclid Chapter 13 Royal Arch Masons, another masonic organization that calls the century-old temple home.

Some of the names were familiar to a construction electrician from a family like the Orys, who have lived in Naperville for generations.

Take Joseph Naper, for instance. As town founder, Naper came to the area in 1831 and began building a village. Naper became the lodge's third worshipful master, after founding master Aylmer Keith and David Hess.

GUIDE to LOCAL HOUSES of WORSHIP and CHURCH DIRECTORY EDEN CHURCH 903 N. Second Street Edwardville, IL 62025 656-4330

407 Edwardsville Rd. (Rt. 162) Troy, IL 62294 667-6241 Dennis D. Price, Pastor Sunday Worship: 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 10:35 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Youth Services New Life Student Ministry www.troyumc.org

“O SON OF SPIRIT! The best beloved of all things in My sight is Justice; turn not away therefrom if thou desirest Me, and neglect it not that I may confide in thee. Verily justice is My gift to thee and the sign of My loving kindness.” ~ Baha’u’llah The Bahá’is of Edwardsville warmly welcome and invite you to investigate the teachings of the Bahá’i Faith.

For more information call (618) 656-4142 or email: Bahai.Edwardsville@sbcglobal.net P.O. Box 545 Edwardsville, IL 62025 www.bahai.us

John Roberts, Senior Pastor

310 South Main, Edwardsville 656-7498

Sunday Worship: Traditional Service 8:00 AM Sunday School 9:15 AM Contemporary Service 10:30 AM

Traditional Worship: 9:00 a.m.

Contemporary Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Youth: 5:30 p.m.

Dr. James Brooks, Lead Minister Rev. Jeff Wrigley, Assoc Minister

EDEN CHURCH

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Cornerstone Pentecostal Church 519 Grace St., Godfrey Rev. Joseph R. Brown 618-466-6658

Sunday Service ~ 10 am Wednesday ~ 7 pm Search for Truth Bible Study available as one on one.

ST. BONIFACE CATHOLIC CHURCH

110 N. Buchanan Edwardsville 656-6450 Very Reverend Jeffrey Goeckner

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Wed., & Thurs. - 6 pm Saturday - 3:30-4:00 pm Saturday Vigil Mass - 4:15 pm Sunday Mass 8:15 am, 10:15 am, 5:15 pm Spanish Mass - 12:15 pm Daily Mass Schedule - Mon., 5:45 pm Tues., Thurs., Fri. - 8:00 am Wed., & Thurs. - 6:45 pm

All Are Welcome

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Schedule your Wedding, Baby Shower or special event in our Beautiful Church.

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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

800 N. Main Street Edwardsville (618) 656-4648

Rev. Jackie K. Havis-Shear

8:45 a.m. ~ Contemporary Worship 9:45 a.m. ~ Sunday School 10:45 a.m. ~ Traditional Worship Free Friday Lunch - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Let’s Worship...

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NEW BETHEL UNITED METHODIST

131 N. Main St., Glen Carbon, IL 288-5700 Dr. Penelope H. Barber Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 & 10:30a.m.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Senior High Youth Group Sunday - 6:30 p.m.

Mid-Week - Every Wednesday evening Wed. Night Meal - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Kids Connection - K-5th grade - 6-7 p.m.

Middle School Bible Study - 6-7:30 p.m.

Senior High Bible Study - 6-7:30 p.m.

Adult Classes & Prayer Shawl Ministry - 6:30-8 p.m.

Fully Accessible Facilities www.newbethelumc.org

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COTTONWOOD FAMILY CHURCH

180 Cottonwood Road Glen Carbon, IL 618-407-6978 Pastor Jeff Ross 1pastorjeffross@gmail.com Adult Worship & Children’s Church - 10:30 am Donuts and Coffee: 10 am Wednesday Bible Study: 7 pm

MOUNT JOY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF EDWARDSVILLE

327 Olive Street • Edw, IL 656-0845 Steve Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Wed. Early Morning Prayer: 5:00 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

www.mtjoymbc.org

Travel

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The Dana-Thomas State Historic Site in Springfield.

Frank Lloyd Wright to be celebrated at Dana-Thomas House

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he Dana-Thomas House State Historic Site in Springfield will celebrate architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s 150th birthday next month with a concert and special tours of the stunning home he designed.

One new tour explains the amazing restoration of the house. It will be offered June 10 and 24. Another, family-friendly tour looks at the animals that inspired Wright and takes place June 25.

A concert June 10 at 6 p.m. by musicians David Cain and Larry Gray will explore Wright’s legacy through words and music. Expect an innovative jazz presentation as adventurous as Wright’s designs.

Wright was born June 8, 1867. When he died in 1959, he was the most famous architect in the world. The Dana-Thomas House is perhaps the best-preserved of Wright’s “Prairie Style” homes, with more than 400 pieces of specially made art glass and original furnishings.

The state of Illinois purchased the home in 1981 and then launched a

painstaking restoration of the home’s 1910 appearance, when it was the glittering showplace of socialite Susan Lawrence Dana.

Mike Jackson will lead “Restoration of the Dana-Thomas House” tours at 1:15 on both June 10 and 24. As chief architect for the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency at the time of the restoration, Jackson played a major role in ensuring the work met exacting specifications.

The new “Animals and Architects” tour will be offered twice on June 25 – at 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. The half-hour tour designed for children begins with an activity in the courtyard and explores representations of animals inside the house.

All events are free, but reservations are required and donations are suggested.

Call 217-782-6776 for concert and tour reservations. Visit State Historic Sites at Springfield on Facebook for a listing of additional summer events.

The Dana-Thomas House, located at 301 E. Lawrence Street (Fourth and Lawrence) in Springfield, is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through

Sunday.

The home is operated by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (www.

IllinoisHistory.gov). IHPA protects the state’s historic resources, which contribute to education, culture and the economy. IHPA sites include ancient burial mounds, forts and buildings erected by settlers, and homes connected to famous Illinoisans.

The full tour schedule for June: June 9, 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m., “Wright Concepts” Join longtime volunteer Larry Betz for an extended tour and discussion of the design principles behind Wright’s “Prairie School” architecture, which emphasized horizontal lines to blend in with the natural surroundings of the Midwest. The tour promises visitors a new perspective on Wright’s architectural vision, even if they’ve visited the site before.

June 10, 1:15 p.m., “Restoration of the Dana-Thomas House” The state restoration of the DanaThomas House was a five-year project that returned the house to its appearance in 1910. This hour-long guided tour

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includes a visit to the "restoration room" to showcase the restoration process. Mike Jackson, architect for the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency at the time of the restoration, will lead the tour.

June 25, 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m., “Animals and Architects” Join site interpreter Jennifer Caldwell on a specialty tour that has been designed for families. “Animals and Architects” is a 30-minute tour that will begin with an activity in the courtyard and explore representations of animals inside the house. Learn which animals inspired Wright to bring the outside indoors in this fun and new approach to learning at the Dana-Thomas House.

June 24, 1:15 p.m., “Restoration of the Dana-Thomas House” The state restoration of the DanaThomas House was a five-year project that returned the house to its appearance in 1910. This hour-long guided tour includes a visit to the "restoration room" to showcase the restoration process.

Mike Jackson, architect for the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency at the time of the restoration, will lead the tour.

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Tractors galore are just one of the fun things to see and do at "A Day at Petersen Farm" on June 25 at the living history farm near McHenry, Ill.

Summer Fun in McHenry County

For The Edge "Summertime, and the living is easy." However, in McHenry County, Ill., it's anything but lazy.

Communities throughout the county throw huge outdoor festivals, and opportunities abound for outdoor -- and indoor -- entertainment.

Most are within an hour's drive of Chicago, Milwaukee and Rockford, and several are accessible from Chicago by Metra (www.metrarail. com), too. See websites for times, driving directions and details. Here are some highlights: GET YOUR SUMMER ON AT THESE FESTIVALS & EVENTS Wonder Lake Water Ski Show Te a m P e r f o r m a n c e s , C e n t e r Beach, Wonder Lake, weekends, Memorial Day to Labor Day: Enjoy free shows by this four-time National Championship ski team most Friday nights and Sundays of holiday weekends. The team consists of approximately 160 members ranging in age from 5 to 65 performing jumping, barefooting, pyramids, strap acts, etc., in a themed show. www. wonderlakeskiteam.org 76th Annual Harvard Milk Days, Downtown Harvard & Milky Way Park, June 2 - 4: One of the longest running home town festivals in Illinois, Harvard Milk Days offers loads of fun for all ages, including rides, games, food, fireworks, petting zoo, cattle show, races, contests, antique tractor show classic car show, live music, a two hour parade and much more! www. milkdays.com Algonquin Summer Concert Series, Riverfront Park, June 22 - August 17: Weekly Thursday evening free concerts start at 7:30 featuring music by Tony Ocean, Ear Candy, Dr. Feelgood and the 80s Babies, Dixie Crush, Soul 2 The Bone, Pirates Over 40, Fool House, Voyage and Libido Funk Circus.

Different food trucks each week will offer a variety of picnic dinners before and during each concert. www.algonquin.org A Day at Petersen Farm, McHenry, June 25: Bring the whole family to this 19th century farm just outside the town of McHenry for a look at the county's agricultural heritage and farm life. See antique tractor and farm equipment exhibits, farm animals and garden crops.

Demonstrations include canning, baking, quilting, lace-making, carding, tatting, sewing, weaving

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and other farm related displays of the 1800's. Enjoy hayrides, magicians, barbershop quartets, period music and plenty of food. www.mchenrycfb.org 38th Annual Lakeside Festival, Lakeside Arts Park, Crystal Lake, June 29 - July 2: Experience live music, scrumptious food at the "Taste by the Lake," thrilling rides, midway games, historic tours of the Dole Mansion, an incredible selection of beer and wines, and fun for the whole family. www. lakesideartspark.org Rockin' Ribfest, Sunset Park, Lake in the Hills, July 6 - 9: You'll meet some of the best grillers and BBQers in the country at this festival, when four days of mouthwatering barbecue is accompanied by the rockin' sounds of some of the best bands in Chicagoland. www. lithribfest.com Day Out With Thomas™, Illinois Railway Museum, Union, July 8 & 9, 15 & 16: The ever popular Thomas the Tank Engine™ returns to the museum. Bring the kids out to ride with Thomas, for unlimited rides on streetcars, live music, magic shows and museum exhibits. Food, snacks and beverages will be available at several locations around the museum grounds, too. www.IRM.org Summer in the Park, Emricson Park, Woodstock, July 12 - 16: This five-day festival has something for everyone: concerts, children's entertainment and activities, food court, beer garden, pool party, bags tournament, Movie in the Park, and much more. www.woodstockil.gov 69th Annual McHenry Fiesta Days, Petersen Park, McHenry, July 13 - 23: Indulge yourself at this 11-day-long mid-summer blowout held in Petersen and Veterans Parks, at various locations in downtown McHenry and at McCullom Lake. Fiesta Days is one of the oldest and largest summer festivals in Chicagoland and it gets better each year! There's so much to do: carnival rides, concessions, beer tent, canoe race, fun runs, motorcycle show, ice cream social, face painting, comedians, arts and crafts show, sidewalk sale, gala parade and live bands nightly. www.mchenryfiestadays.com 27th Annual Vintage Transport Extravaganza, Illinois Railroad Museum, Union, August 6: Hundreds of vintage cars, trucks, fire engines, motorcycles, buses a vast array of motorized vehicles joins the rail collection at America's

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largest railway museum for just one day! Ride the streetcars to the various viewing areas; enjoy mainline interurbans (commuter trains) and diesel trains, too. www.

IRM.org.

Blues, Brews & BBQ's, Petersen Park, McHenry, August 18 - 20: A family-friendly music fest featuring local and internationally known talent, great barbecue and craft beers sponsored by the McHenry Rotary Club. Proceeds benefit local and global humanitarian efforts. www.mrbbb.com Summer Sunset Fest, Sunset Park, Lake in the Hills, September 1 - 3: Wrap up summer at this oldfashioned Labor Day weekend party, featuring lots of food, arts & craft show, battle of the bands, horseshoe tournament, 5K run, parade, classic and custom car show, carnival rides on the midway, melon propelling contest and a super fireworks show on Sunday evening. www.summersunsetfest.com EXPLORE McHENRY COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT'S WIDE OPEN SPACES The McHenry County Conservation District manages more than 22,600 acres of open spaces with woods, prairies, wetlands and savannas laced with trails and supported with amenities within 27 conservation areas...free of charge!

The District offers a summer-long schedule of events and educational programs for all ages that include nature hikes, habitat restoration, canoeing, camping, fishing, conservation day camps, living history open houses, concerts, ice cream socials and more. For details on the following District highlights, visit www.mccdistrict.org.

Paddle the Nippersink Creek Canoe Trail: When it comes to canoeing and kayaking, McHenry County has one of the best waterways in Illinois. Nippersink Creek is a 23-mile long, Class-A scenic prairie stream that winds through protected prairie and woodlands and past private lands. A slow-tomoderate current plus some short sections of easy-to-ride rapids make the Nippersink a great adventure for beginners and experienced paddlers. You'll observe magnificent landscapes, encounter a variety of native wildlife and rest at landings equipped with comfort stations, drinking water and picnic shelters.

Camp in Thomas Woods in Marengo Ridge Conservation Area, May 5 - October 29: The District

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maintains 46 tent and 17 RV sites with ample parking, restrooms, drinking water and firewood.

See website for reservation and cancellation policies, fees and site map.

Cast a line at 23 District Fishing Sites for Bluegill, bullhead, channel cat, crappie, northern pike, sunfish, yellow perch, walleye, largemouth and white bass and even rainbow trout. A valid Illinois fishing permit is required for anglers 16 and older.

Peddle the Prairie Trail: The 26-mile Prairie Trail is begins just south of Algonquin and runs north through eight McHenry County villages to the Wisconsin state line.

It connects eight McHenry County communities, and passes through many scenic areas including Glacial Park, Larsen Prairie, Sterne's Woods, the Diverse City Prairie and over the Fox River. It also provides access to more than 100 additional miles of trail. On weekends, take your bike on Metra and hop off in Crystal Lake or McHenry. Depots in both towns are close to trail access points. Find train schedules at www. metrarail.com.

SO MUCH WATER, SO LITTLE TIME Crystal Lake Park District Beaches, Crystal Lake, May 27 Labor Day: There are two public beaches on crystal-clear Crystal Lake - Main Beach and West Beach.

Both have large swimming areas, certified lifeguards, concessions (full service at Main Beach), picnic areas, showers, lockers and changing rooms, bike lockups and more. www.crystallakeparks.org Three Oaks Recreation Area, Crystal Lake, May 27 through Labor Day: This reclaimed quarry with pristine waters and a beautiful sand beach has certified lifeguards, splash park, playground and picnic areas.

The 4,400 sq. ft. lake house includes locker rooms, showers, rest rooms, concessions, first-aid center, wi-fi, overhead pergola where parents can relax and view kids playing on the beach and an on-site Culvers Restaurant. www.crystallake.org/ residents/three-oaks-recreation-area Quarry Cable Park & Grille, Crystal Lake, May 27 through Oct. 5: Enjoy wakeboarding at this nextgeneration cable wake park with fire pit, live music, sand volleyball and more. The Park has two basic courses and one advanced one in which wakeboarders move along a cable system suspended in the air instead of being pulled by

boats. New for 2017: The popular downtown Crystal Lake eatery, Dukes Alehouse and Kitchen, will operate Dukes on the Water grille, with indoor and outdoor seating. www.thequarrycablepark.com Indian Trail Beach & Butch Hagele Beach , Lake in the Hills, May 27 - Labor Day: These two sand beaches on Woods Creek Lake have restrooms, showers, changing rooms, picnic tables, shelter rentals, volleyball and grilling in parking lots. www.lith.org Chain O' Lakes State Park near Spring Grove: Chain O'Lakes is a water-oriented recreation area with outstanding opportunities for boaters, anglers and skiers. The park borders three natural lakes - Grass, Marie and Nippersink - and the Fox River that connects another seven that make up the chain. In addition, the park contains a 44-acre lake within its boundaries. With nearly 6,500 acres of water and 488 miles of shoreline, Chain O'Lakes State Park is the heart of a water wonderland. www.dnr.illinois.gov/Parks/Pages/ ChainOLakes.aspx Moraine Hills State Park near McHenry: From angling to more than 10 miles of hiking trails, from viewing rare plants to observing migratory waterfowl, Moraine Hills offers a recreational bounty. The Fox River is on the park's western border and 48-acre Lake Defiance is in the center. Roughly half of the park's 2,200 acres is composed of wetlands and lakes. www.dnr. illinois.gov/Parks/About/Pages/ MoraineHills.aspx LET US ENTERTAIN YOU! M c H e n r y O u t d o o r T h e a t e r, McHenry, Open May - September: Drive-in theaters are a dwindling phenomenon, but the McHenry Outdoor Theater survives.

Opened in 1955, it has resisted the area's development boom, and still unlocks its gates every evening, May to September, often to capacity crowds of 800 cars.

So pack the kids in their pajamas into the car to enjoy time-honored American entertainment; familysafe double feature movies al fresco, with full stereo sound broadcast via your car's FM radio. www. goldenagecinemas.com For visitor information, including lodging and dining options throughout McHenry County, log on to www.visitmchenrycounty.com, e-mail info@visitmchenrycounty. com, or phone 815-893-6280. Follow on Twitter and Facebook.

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Scrap Iron & Gold will perform June 6 in Benld City Park.

For The Edge The Coal Country Chamber of Commerce Thirteenth Annual Summer Concert Series will bring music to our area again this year on Tuesdays in June and July, beginning June 6 in Benld City Park. The concerts begin at 7 p.m. and are 90 minutes straight through.

Beginning at 6 p.m. the park is open and the concession stand is open to serve hot dogs, “big smokies”, Italian beef, soda and water, and strawberry shortcake sundaes.

The concerts, which bring crowds to the covered pavilion on the South side of the Benld City Park and the large expanse of lawn, are free to the public. Patrons regularly bring their own lawn chairs and enjoy the concerts rain or shine because we are under the pavilion. Parking is free and dancing is often enjoyed.

This year’s lineup is: June 6—Scrap Iron & Gold (Variety of Blue Grass and Gospel, Irish) Scrap Iron and Gold is a Gospel and Bluegrass Band founded in 2009 by Ron Lawrence. Scrap Iron and Gold is a 7 member band consisting of Ron Lawrence on vocals; mandolin and dobro, Doug Glenn on banjo, Andy Ritchie on vocals and 12 string guitar, Rick Calvert lead singer on guitar, Sandy Leitheiser vocals and keyboard, Brenda Oberle, vocals and keyboard, and Sondra Stallman, fiddle. In the style of casual back porch jamming, the band brings to life tunes such as “I’ll Fly Away;” “Daddy Sang Bass”; and “Wagon Wheel,” Foot stomping banjo tunes such as “Foggy Mountain Breakdown”and fiddle instrumentals such as “Old Joe Clark” are scattered throughout the performances. Favorite civil war tunes are played along with patriotic and many old time Gospel favorites. In many concerts, guest performers are included.

June 13—Rockabilly Revival (Jazz, Blues, Classic Rock & Country) There was a decision made by 4 very talented and seasoned musicians to do something than normal, so to speak. Let’s do Rock-a-Billy music. What is rock-a-Billy music? Rock-a-Billy Music is that era from the time Hank Williams senior passed and many of the country music stars as well as early rock stars began to bloom. Many of those folks were young: Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Ricky

Nelson, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, the list has too many to mention! Most of this music was coming out of Memphis at Sun Records Studio.

Each person in the group has a very long history of musical background from Jazz, Blues, Classic Rock, and Country Music to opening show for Sugarland as well as doing road work with country star Barbara Fairchild.

The group is comprised of a father, two sons and a very talented friend. Ray Roentz leads on steel guitar and vocal; Randy Roentz does rhythm guitar and vocal; Roger on drums and vocal, and Steve Harper on stand up bass.

They promise you a very professional show as well as a very good time!

June 20—The SteamRollers (Blues, Country, Folk) The Steamroller Band is a St. Louis, MO Classic Rock and Blues band. It is well known in the Metro-East area as well. The band members (Julie Blank - keyboards and vocals, Greg Blank - Bass and Vocals, Chris Letrello - Drums and Vocals, and Rich Kasznel - Guitar and Vocals) have years (decades!) of experience playing in the St. Louis area. The band has created a unique mix of music and with excellent sound control - and volume control! - providing an ideal musical event for any venue.

June 27—Dixie Dudes and Dance Band (40’s and 50’s Dixieland Style) The Dixie Dudes Dixieland Band commenced as an extension of the Lewis & Clark Community College Concert Band of Godfrey Illinois in 1985. The Dixieland Band, an eight piece ensemble, became so popular that it soon had requests to play at many functions. The band’s first engagement was for the opening of the new Amtrak Railroad Station in Alton, IL. Since then the band has performed for conventions, college concerts, restaurants, retirement centers, Church functions, Marti Gras celebrations, Christmas parties, birthday parties and many other occasions. The music is authentic traditional Dixieland as played in New Orleans. The band members are a mix of amateur and professional musicians who play for fun and recreation. The players include two teachers, a politician, two engineers, a pilot, and two doctors. The music will lift the spirit, lighten the heart, and start the foot tapping. Most recently the Dixie Dudes have expanded into rock n roll tunes and dance tunes to play for

weddings and other party occasions. Recent engagements include dances at the VFW and Lodge of the Eagles in Alton.

The band is constantly adding new tunes.

Recent additions, two Latin tunes, “Sway”, “Oye Coma Va”, a Swing tune “Tuxedo Junction” and Dixieland tune, “Muskrat Ramble” Most recently the band added linedancing tunes, ‘Mustang Sally”, “Kansas City”, and “Tin Roof Blues”.

July 4—NO CONCERT July 11—The Fundamentals (Pop/Rock, Oldie, Motown, Classics) The Fundamentals present a blend of music that combines pop/rock oldies, rhythm & blues/Motown, party classics, and variety.

Featuring veteran musicians and vocalists, the group can provide listening and dancing music for many different entertainment settings.

Illinois and Missouri area music lovers may be familiar with Fundamentals members' other successful groups: Rusty Halo, the band for the 55 KUSA Roadshow w/Frank O’Pinion; or The Boomers, a dance/show band which performed at many corporate and private events in the St. Louis metro area and throughout Central Illinois. Featuring bassist Kevin Leitheiser and keyboardist Sandy Leitheiser, those groups have opened shows for B. J. Thomas, The Chi-Lites, The Shirelles, The Crystals, The Paul Robi Platters, and Bertie Higgins . Now joined by guitarist Rick Gasparin and drummer Gary Morris, The Fundamentals continue the tradition of quality performances.

The Springfield, Illinois' weekly social/ entertainment newspaper, The Illinois Times, has selected The Fundamentals as their "IT" pick on eight different occasions.

July 18—B & B Strings (Acoustic Trio of Classic Rock & Country) B&B Strings is a dynamic trio consisting of two acoustic guitars , a bass guitar and some keyboard accompaniment. Members Bob Smith, Rodney Lingo and Roy Rubenstein basee their trio in Litchfield, Hillsboro and Carlinville. All three members sing and compliment vocal harmonies. They play a wide variety of music, from classic rock to country classic covers that are popular and recognizable, always working within acoustic harmony arrangements.

B&B Strings began as a duo starting in 2009. Roy , a bass player , joined the ensemble

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to make it a trio in early 2012. With the departure of one of the founding members, Rodney joined the trio in 2016 as the new lead guitarist, keyboard player and vocalist.

July 25--Steve Davis, Memories of Elvis Steve Davis’s show Memories of Elvis is ever popular for local audiences. Davis appears in full Elvis attire and sings many of the classics that made him a household name in the 50’s and 60’s. Steve Davis, who does Memories of Elvis, all over the United States is especially a favorite of this area of which he is a native. His repertoire stands unmatched as the largest of any Elvis impressionist.

In 2015 Davis was inducted into the Elvis Impersonator Hall of Fame.

The Summer Concert Series is provided by members of the Coal Country Chamber of Commerce. Sponsors who have donated funds to provide this entertainment are: Carlinville Area Hospital; Coal Country Times; Macoupin County Enquirer Democrat; COUNTRY® Financial of Gillespie - Tina Olroyd, Financial Representative; Dairy Queen of Gillespie, FNB - Benld Banking Center; Goodman Real Estate and Insurance Agency; Hicks Maytag Home Appliance Center of Gillespie; Madison Communications; Michelle’s Pharmacy of Gillespie; Quality Flooring of Gillespie; State Farm of Benld/Gillespie - Jessica Ely Agent; Sullivan Drugs, Inc.; and United Community Bank of Gillespie. Other Chamber and community members whose services help to provide the Concert Series are: 1st BancFinancial - Greg Craine, Agent; the City of Benld; Drew Ford; Gina Gucciardo, CPA of Gillespie; Hebenstreit Apartments Benld; Macoupin County Journal Publications; Madison Communications; Papa JoDanni’s Catering; Jodanni’s Amore’ Restaurant of Benld; Reid’s Service - Heating and Cooling; Roma’s Pizza of Gillespie; Wilsonville Community Outreach; WSMI AM/FM &WAOX Radio.

Anyone having questions or seeking more information on the Summer Concert Series may contact Mickey Robinson at 217710-5218. Information on the concerts and other Chamber activities can be seen on the Chamber web site: www.coalcountrychamber. com . We are also on Facebook. Please like the Coal Country Chamber of Commerce on Facebook so that you will see further announcements about our events.

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Music Tuning in John Legend coming to The Fox Acclaimed, multi-platinum selling, Oscar, Golden Globe and 1 0 x G r a m m y Aw a rd w i n n i n g singer-songwriter John Legend has announced dates for his highly anticipated North American tour, Darkness and Light Tour, which opens Friday, May 12th in Miami, FL. Hitting a number of major cities throughout the US including a stop in St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on June 15 at 7:30 p.m., the multi-city trek will also feature Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Gallant as the opening act.

Tickets are $128, $93, $78, $58 and can be purchased online at metrotix.com, by calling 314-5341111, or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

The tour announces on the heels of Legend’s fifth studio album Darkness and Light, which has received a plethora of critical praise since its December 2nd release on Columbia Records.

USA Today hailed the album as John’s “most personal record” with tracks like “Right By You” which they described as “a heart –tugging rumination on his 7-month old daughter, Luna.”

Time Magazine called the body of work “unflappably classy” while the New York Times said Legend “treats love as something far more complex than a panacea and a fount of perpetual reassurance, with music to match.” Continuing, the New York Times pointed to the album’s most recent anthemic hit single, “Love Me Now”, which they praised as “a seize the moment song”, that “revolves around an insistent, lo-fi piano fi gure, and its chorus fi rst arrives with Mr. Legend nearly alone, singing over simple, fading chords”.

Legend also continues his successful foray into the world of film as one of the principles for production company Get Lifted Film Co., which has an executive producing credit on the 14-time O s c a r- n o m i n a t e d f i l m L a L a Land in which John also appears, playing a jazz band leader named

K e i t h a l o n g s i d e s t a r s Ry a n Gosling and Emma Stone. Legend also contributed to the film’s soundtrack with the original song “Start a Fire.” To date, La La Land has taken home an impressive six Golden Globe Awards, two SAG Awards and a PGA Award.

John has also partnered with CID Entertainment to offer special enhanced experiences on tour this summer. Packages include premium reserved seating and amenities ranging from a Meet & Greet with John to an invitation to the LVE Wine Cellar complete with a wine tasting of John Legend's exclusive LVE Collection. For full package details, visit http://www. cidentertainment.com/events/ john-legend-tour-2017/ Ohio-born John Legend is a critically acclaimed, multiaward winning, platinum-selling s i n g e r - s o n g w r i t e r. H i s w o r k has garnered him ten Grammy Aw a rd s , a n A c a d e m y Aw a rd , a Golden Globe Award, the BET Award for Best New Artist and the special Starlight Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame, among others. Legend’s debut album, Get Lifted, was released in December of 2004 through Columbia Records.

The critically acclaimed album spawned the artist's first hit single, “Ordinary People,” and scored Legend multiple Grammy Awards in 2006, including Best R&B Album, Best New Artist and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. The follow up was 2006’s platinumselling Once Again, which brought Legend another Grammy, Best Male R&B Performance, for his single “Heaven,” and included collaborations with Kanye West, will.i.am and Raphael Saadiq.

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Globe Award, a Grammy award, and a Critic’s Choice Award for his song “Glory,” that he wrote and performed with Common, for the film SELMA. Throughout his career, Legend has worked to make a difference in the lives of others. In 2007, he launched the Show Me Campaign (ShowMeCampaign. org), an initiative that focuses on education as a key to break the cycle of poverty. The 2010 BET Humanitarian of the Year award, the 2009 CARE Humanitarian Award for Global Change, the 2 0 0 9 B i s h o p J o h n T. Wa l k e r Distinguished Humanitarian Service Award from Africare and the 2011 Harvard Foundation Artist of the Year Award recognize Legend's efforts and leadership in this arena. John sits on the boards of The Education Equality Project, Teach for America, Stand for Children and the Harlem Village Academies and co-chairs the Harlem Village Academies’ National Leadership Board.

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material from throughout Simpson’s catalog and is his way of thanking fans—both old and new— for a series of unprecedented years.

Tickets are $62.50, $42.50, $37.50, $32.50, $28 and are available online at metrotix.com, by calling 314-5341111, or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

The 2017 tour celebrates a series of breakthrough years for the acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer who is nominated for Album of the Year and Best Country Album at this weekend’s 59th Annual Grammy Awards for his acclaimed new album, A Sailor’s Guide To Earth. Simpson is also confirmed to perform on the live awards show, which will broadcast on CBS from L.A.’s Staples Center this Sunday, February 12 at 8/7c with host James Corden.

Out now on Atlantic Records (purchase here), A Sailor ’s Guide To Earth continues to receive overwhelming critical acclaim with recent “Best of 2016” coverage running at The New York Times, t h e L o s A n g e l e s Ti m e s , N P R Music, Rolling Stone, Stereogum, Pitchfork, Salon, Billboard, The Atlantic, Paste, SPIN, American Songwriter among many others.

M o re o v e r, s i n c e t h e a l b u m ’ s release, Simpson has performed on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah,” “Conan,” “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” “Charlie Rose” and, most recently, the 2017 debut episode of “Saturday Night Live.”

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production company based in Los Angeles. Get Lifted Film Co. has sold several projects in television to networks including Showtime, NBC, HBO, USA, MTV, OWN and FOX. In addition to these sales, Get Lifted Film Co. was previously in a television deal with Comcast/ Universal and is currently in a n o v e rd e a l w i t h L e g e n d a r y Television. Get Lifted Film Co. serves as Executive Producers on the HBO documentary “Southern Rites,” Pop Network docuseries “Sing it On”, and WGN America’s series “Underground."

Additionally, Get Lifted Film Co. has worked on several films such as “Southside With You” and “La La Land.” Along with his executive producing credit on “La La Land,” Legend appears in the fi lm and contributed to its soundtrack with the original song “Start a Fire.”

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Above, Cilantro spiced chicken breast with sides of tater tots and pickled beets at Fire-N-Smoke Wood-Fired Kitchen in Troy. Below, loaded brisket nachos.

Fire-N-Smoke Wood-Fired Kitchen in Troy

By BILL ROSEBERRY Of The Edge My latest trip for “You Gotta Eat” took me to Troy for some barbecue at Fire-N-Smoke WoodFired Kitchen.

My buddy Joe tagged along for the ride.

He’d been there before, but it was my first visit.

Located at 914 Edwardsville Rd. in Troy, FireN-Smoke has been around for a few years and gets quite busy.

It’s a large place with a cool layout and extensive menu. The first thing you notice when you walk in is a giant wall of firewood and of course that delicious smell of smoked meats synonymous with barbecue joints.

We went on a Saturday night and it was pretty packed. We had to wait in a line that starts by the firewood wall and wraps around to the long counter where you order.

When writing these reviews I always look for unique menu items to that particular restaurant and that’s what I did at Fire-N-Smoke. To be honest I may have messed up a little bit because to be honest I was only so impressed with everything I ordered.

I started with the loaded brisket nachos for an appetizer while ordering the cilantro chicken as my main course with sides of pickled beets and tater tots. I washed it all down with a Fire-N-Smoke red ale beer, which is brewed by Anheuser Busch for the restaurant.

It was a nice night on our visit, so we decided to sit outside on the patio. There are a few picnic tables surrounding the restaurant to enjoy nice weather during your dining visit. We actually met up with a couple of our friends, Mike and Stephanie, who just happened to be there. It made for a fun night.

I’ll start with the nachos, they were a highlight of the visit. They were a bed of nacho chips garnished with a pico de gallo salsa, cheddar cheese, a cilantro cream sauce and barbecue sauce and finished off with smoked brisket.

The brisket was fairly tender with a good flavor, but the star of this dish was the sweet barbecue sauce. It topped off every bit with a savory finish that was pretty satisfying. I would recommend this as an appetizer to order with

friends and share if you go for a visit.

As I picked at my nachos I finally turned to my main entree. I’ll give props to the cilantro chicken, but the sides definitely left something to be desired.

The chicken was comprised of a chicken breast marinated in an adobo sauce and cilantro, flame grilled over oak and topped with homemade salsa and cilantro cream.

The chicken breast was very tender and if you’re a fan of cilantro then this might be a nice selection for you, because that was definitely the overwhelming flavor. I thought it was good but not great. It did have a nice spice kick to it that I applaud.

As for the sides I think I may have just made poor choices. I’m a big fan of tater tots, but

these were a little dry.

The beets were underwhelming too. The reason why I say I picked the wrong sides is because Joe was very happy with his choices.

He went with the mac and cheese and corn pudding.

He raved about their taste.

For his main course he went with the meat platter that included pulled pork and beef brisket. He was satisfied with it also.

Fire-N-Smoke does include a hefty menu outside of what we had on our visit. You can check out their website at www.fnsbbq.com to peruse the whole thing.

The street tacos portion of the menu intrigues me with the adobo pork taco, served with pulled pork, pineapple, chipotle

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barbecue sauce, slaw, pickled onions and cilantro cream. There’s also the turkey taco with turkey, honey sriracha sauce, poblano peppers, lettuce, salsa, shredded cheese and cilantro cream. They definitely like their cilantro at Fire-N-Smoke.

The Fire-N-Smoke sandwich looked good, too. It consisted of brisket, pulled pork, peppered turkey and barbecue sauce.

They do have a good craft beer menu and craft soda menu, which includes beer and soda from Excel Bottling Co. in Breese. I’m a big fan of their stuff and supporting local business is always good in my book.

Next time you’re in Troy stop by and give Fire-N-Smoke a try, there’s plenty to choose from when you gotta eat.

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Diego y Frida: A Smile in the Middle of the Way, International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum, St. Louis, Runs until August 4, 2017 Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog, The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum, St. Louis, Runs until September 4, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs until January 7, 2018 S h a k e s p e a re F e s t i v a l 2 0 1 7 : The Winter's Tale, Forest Park, Shakespeare Glen, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Runs until June 24, 2017 S TA G E S S t . L o u i s : J o s e p h and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Robert G. Reim Theatre, St. Louis, Runs until July 2, 2017 Circus Flora: Time Flies, Grand Center, St. Louis, Runs Until June 25, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs Until January 7, 2018 G a rd e n o f G l a s s , M i s s o u r i Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until August 13, 2017 The Hats of Stephen Jones, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs until September 3, 2017 Currents 113: Shimon Attie-Lost in Space (After Huck), Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until June 25, 2017 The Modern Meal: Sustenance Through Ritual, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until August 6, 2017 Spectacle and Leisure in Paris: Degas to Mucha, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. #1 in Civil Rights: the African American Freedom Struggle in St. Louis, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 14, 2018 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017

Saturday, June 10

Diego y Frida: A Smile in the Middle of the Way, International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum, St. Louis, Runs until August 4, 2017 Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog, The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum, St. Louis, Runs until September 4, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs until January 7, 2018 S h a k e s p e a re F e s t i v a l 2 0 1 7 : The Winter's Tale, Forest Park, Shakespeare Glen, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Runs until June 24, 2017 S TA G E S S t . L o u i s : J o s e p h and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Robert G. Reim Theatre, St. Louis, Runs until July 2, 2017 Circus Flora: Time Flies, Grand Center, St. Louis, Runs Until June 25, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs Until January 7, 2018 G a rd e n o f G l a s s , M i s s o u r i Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until

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August 4, 2017 Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog, The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum, St. Louis, Runs until September 4, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs until January 7, 2018 S h a k e s p e a re F e s t i v a l 2 0 1 7 : The Winter's Tale, Forest Park, Shakespeare Glen, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Runs until June 24, 2017 S TA G E S S t . L o u i s : J o s e p h and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Robert G. Reim Theatre, St. Louis, Runs until July 2, 2017 Circus Flora: Time Flies, Grand Center, St. Louis, Runs Until June 25, 2017 The Discovery of King Tut, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Runs Until January 7, 2018 G a rd e n o f G l a s s , M i s s o u r i Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until

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August 13, 2017 The Hats of Stephen Jones, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs until September 3, 2017 Currents 113: Shimon Attie-Lost in Space (After Huck), Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until June 25, 2017 The Modern Meal: Sustenance Through Ritual, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until August 6, 2017 Spectacle and Leisure in Paris: Degas to Mucha, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. #1 in Civil Rights: the African American Freedom Struggle in St. Louis, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 14, 2018 Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017

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The Missouri Botanical Garden will play host to floral glass artist Craig Mitchell Smith this summer during its Garden of Glass event, May 25 to Aug. 12. Smith’s pieces have previously been on exhibit at Walt Disney World’s Epcot Center, Michigan State University and various botanical gardens. His work has been featured on HGTV. Smith is known for his custom kiln-fired technique and style. He uses fusing, texturing, slumping and cold-working to create his pieces.

Next summer’s exhibit will feature 30 displays, all commissioned specifically for the Missouri Botanical Garden. It will be the world’s largest kiln-fired glass exhibit to date.

“We continue to look for exhibits that will delight our visitors,” said Dr. Peter Wyse Jackson, president of the Missouri Botanical Garden.

“Craig’s passions for gardening and floral glass make this a perfect fit for the Garden.”

The majority of the exhibit will be housed in the Garden’s Climatron® with preview pieces on other parts

of the grounds and one display at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. Evening events will be held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings June 1 to August 12 so that guests can see the exhibit with custom lighting. Evening events will feature food and beverage sales and live entertainment. The pieces are best seen at night, but will be on display during regular daytime hours at a reduced charge. Tickets for evening events will be available in early January 2017.

Smith’s pieces will be available for sale following the close of the show.

Additional studio pieces will be available for sale in the shop located in Ridgway Visitors Center.

The Missouri Botanical Garden is located at 4344 Shaw Blvd. in south St. Louis, accessible from Interstate 44 at the Vandeventer exit and from Interstate 64 at the Kingshighway North and South exit. Free parking is available on site and two blocks west at the corner of Shaw and Vandeventer.

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Muny announces 2017 schedule

The Muny announced its 2017 summer season, the 99th summer season in Forest Park. The exciting, bold line-up includes 2 Muny premieres, a revised version of rarely produced The Unsinkable Molly Brown, the comedic masterpiece A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and the return of two all-time Muny favorites A Chorus Line and Jesus Christ Superstar.

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Season ticket holders will receive their renewal notices the first week of December. New season tickets will be available beginning Monday, March 6, 2017, at the Muny box office in Forest Park. Gift card holders will have advanced access to season tickets beginning Wednesday, March 1, 2017. Single tickets will go on sale beginning Monday, May 8, 2017. For more information, visit muny.org.

“With the top five requested shows from our audience survey all included in the 2017 lineup, this year, more than ever, we have the exciting opportunity to offer our audience a season that is exactly what they asked for,” said Muny president and CEO Denny Reagan. “Our 99th season combines

Muny classics and the premieres of popular new titles for what I’m sure will be an unforgettable summer at The Muny.”

“Last summer the Muny audience gave us such energy and joy -- it was a truly exhilarating and gratifying summer,” said Muny Artistic Producer and Executive Director Mike Isaacson. “With this incredible line-up, we’re inspired to do it again in our 99th season.

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Wo r l d W i d e Te c h n o l o g y (WWT) and The Steward Family Foundation have once again made a leadership gift to continue as the Muny’s 2017 Season Presenting Sponsor. They became the first overall season sponsor in the history of The Muny in 2014 and continue that role through 2017.

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