BLOCK PARTY – Sept 15 from 4 – 8 PM

You are invited to a block party to celebrate the ground breaking for the condo building at 4101 Laclede. when: September 15 from 4:00 – 8:00 PM  where: Sarah Street from Laclede Avenue to The Block restaurant   (Sarah will be closed between Laclede and West Pine) what: Music (DJ and live band) AND Food and Beverages from Scarlett’s Wine Bar, Scottish Arms, Retreat Gastropub, Juniper, and Urban Chestnut We hope to see you there!

Strategies for Meaningful Community Engagement

Join Us Wednesday, August 10 Strategies for Meaningful Community Engagement This workshop will look at ways to overcome some of the legacy challenges to community engagement. Wednesday August 10, 2016 6:00 – 8:00 pm 5888 Plymouth Ave St. Louis, MO 63103 And YES – we are offering food! Workshops are open to everyone but registration is requested. To register click here What’s Inspiration Lab Inspiration Lab is the follow-up program to the Sustainable Neighborhood Academy. The Lab Read More…

Funding Your Neighborhood Project, presented by SLACO Inspiration Lab

St. Louis Association of Community Organizations (SLACO) Inspiration Lab presents: Yes! We are meeting at the Central Library for our 5th Inspiration Lab workshop Join us for a hands on tour of the fundraising resources available at the Central Library. Afterwards join the discussion to explore fundraising from quick and fast to measured and long lasting. Wednesday August 3, 2016 6:00 – 8:30 pm 1301 Olive St St. Louis, MO 63103 We can’t offer refreshments Read More…

Planning: Process and Politics – July 27, 2016, 6-8 pm

  SLACO (St. Louis Association of Community Organizations) Inspiration Lab presents:   – What is planning? …Zoning? – Who regulates the process? – What is the public’s role? Join us Wednesday, JULY 27 to find out Learn who decides what at city hall – when and why. How can residents be more effective in determining the future of their neighborhood. Guest Speaker: Wayne Oldroyd, AICP, Director of Community Development, Maryland Heights MO. Wednesday July 27, Read More…

Public Forum on Crime Victims and Witness’ Rights – 630pm, June 23, Buder Library

Below is a message from the Circuit Attorney’s Office regarding recent issues related to case that is moving its way through the MO State of Appeals court.  The Circuit Attorney’s Office is holding a forum to speak publicly about the issue and its possible impact on victim and witness rights in relation to sharing of their information with defense attorney’s and defendants. “Hello all, As the people who live and work in the city of Read More…

Memorial for Bob Strunk, long-time WPLNA Member

A memorial service for our beloved friend, neighbor, and long-time WPLNA member Bob Strunk will take place on Saturday, May 21st, at 6:30 p.m. at The Living World, located at the north entrance to the St. Louis Zoo in Forest Park. All WPLNA members are invited to attend the service.

Neighborhood Meeting & Planting Next Week

The West Pine – Laclede Neighborhood Association will meet on Tuesday, October 13 at 7pm at Northwest Coffee, 4251 Laclede. A representative from Brightside will talk briefly about the City recycling program. All are welcome! The following weekend, Oct. 17-18, volunteers are needed to help beautify the West Pine – Sarah cul-de-sac. Funds from the Neighbors Naturescaping program of Brightside are providing plants and mulch. Contact Marshall Michener at 636-346-5963 or Laura Cohen at 314-704-0124 if you can Read More…