It's the most wonderful day of the year for comic book junkies: Free Comic Book Day. Star Clipper in University City, kicked off the event a day early with a book signing and special showing of the film Tank Girl at the Tivoli Theatre. Star Clipper will feature comics from Archie, Dark Horse, DC, Image, Top Shelf, Marvel, and many more today at the store in the Delmar Loop. Check out the video produced by Star Clipper of the 2013 Free Comic Book Day, posted to the store's YouTube Channel. The schedule of events includes: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. : Costumed Heroes provided by the Gateway Super …
The Tesla Service Center in University City is one step closer to reality. On Monday, the University City City Council approved a conditional use permit (CUP) for the business to operate at 8664 Olive Blvd. The permit was approved 6-0. Councilman Terry Crow was not in attendance at Monday's meeting. As reported in January, Tesla is putting service centers in 20 cities across the United States. Tesla explained why they are putting service centers in places like St. Louis in its blog: We believe service is a top priority for every customer. At the beginning of 2012 we had 10 Stores, 1 Gallery …
Villages of Wyncrest, an 840 unit apartment complex in University City, has been sold, according to the St. Louis Business Journal. The complex spans both sides of I-170. It sold for $36.9 million, the Business Journal reports. Wyncrest St. Louis LP of Nashville, Tenn., is the new owner, according to documents filed with the St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds. The Nashville group acquired Wyncrest from Canadian firm Bentall-Kennedy, one of North America’s largest real estate investment advisers, which had owned the property for nearly 12 years. For more on this story, see the complete …
Vinyl is back—young listeners are rediscovering the benefits of vinyl records. Check out Tom "Papa" Ray of Vintage Vinyl discuss the trend on Fox 2 News with John Pertzborn. See our previous coverage of Vintage Vinyl: Vintage Vinyl Owner Meets President Obama Tuesday For Tax Talk On Fiscal Cliff American Way Magazine Showcases the Loop U.S. Small Business Administrator Chief Karen Mills Meets with Delmar Loop Business Owners People Flock to Vintage Vinyl for Record Store Day Annual Event at Vintage Vinyl Supports Local Music
Blast Fitness on Forsyth, formerly known as Bally's Total Fitness, closed over the weekend. According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Massachusetts-based Blast Fitness Group LLC closed the gym this weekend. A second location in Maryland Heights remains open. A manager at the Maryland Heights location, who declined to give her name, said Blast memberships from the University City location will be honored at the Maryland Heights gym at 12703 Dorsett Road. Blast acquired the gym from Bally's Total Fitness in April. The Forsyth building that formerly housed the Blast gym in University …
The University City Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted in the following slate of officers and directors for 2013 at its Dec. 11 board meeting: President: Matt Beaver, Edward Jones Co. Vice President, Programs: Scott Hoselton, Walgreens Vice President, Membership: Ken Rice, American Family Insurance Secretary: Karen McCollum, P.C. Treasurer: Ben Evans, attorney Directors include Irina Bursak, AW Healthcare; Jack Fishman, attorney; Yolanda Hairston, Fifth/Third Bank; Lars Johnson, Twain Rentals; Bill Krenn, Winco; Denise Niemann, Brentmoor; Mike Stevenson, Royal Bank; and Jeff …
Pasta House Co. closed Saturday in Clayton after just three weeks in business, St. Louis Magazine's Relish blog reported. Quoting from the Relish post: This morning, Kim Tucci tells us—as only he could—'Forget about it. We're done. I could tell right away. Decent business at lunch and nothing at dinner. Never open a restaurant without a parking lot next door and an office building as your next door neighbor.' Read more about the short-lived history of the business in the complete Relish post. The University City Pasta House Co., located at Old Bonhomme and Delmar, remains open.
Blueberry Hill continues to count down to its 40th anniversary with events and prizes for patrons. Come to Blueberry Hill today between 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and drop your name and phone number in their spinning brass prize cylinder for your chance to win four free tickets and field passes to the St. Louis Rams home opener Sunday, Sept. 16, as part of the 40 day countdown to Blueberry Hill’s 40th Anniversary bash Sept. 8.The winner will be notified on Blueberry Hill’s Facebook page and via telephone Friday, Sept. 7. In August, Blueberry Hill patrons got the chance to win St. Louis Blues tickets.
Vincent Flewellen has joined University City Children’s Center (UCCC) as center director. In this new position, Flewellen will head the faculty and administrative staff of UCCC. He will report to Stephen P. Zwolak, who has served as UCCC’s executive director since June 2000. As a team, they will extend their commitment to providing innovative, quality care and education to a racially, culturally, developmentally and socio-economically diverse population of children. Before joining UCCC, Flewellen served as director of development and director of community partners for Neighborhood Housing. …
Blueberry Hill continues to count down to its 40th anniversary with events and prizes for patrons. Come to Blueberry Hill today between 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and drop your name and phone number in their spinning brass prize cylinder for your chance to win free tickets to a pre-season St. Louis Blues game as part of the 40 day countdown to Blueberry Hill’s 40th Anniversary bash Sept. 8The winner will be notified on Blueberry Hill’s Facebook page and via telephone Friday, Aug. 17.
Blueberry Hill kicked off the 40 day countdown to its 40th anniversary Tuesday with the announcement of a fan video contest of the song Blueberry Hill. Participants must send Blueberry Hill a link to a YouTube video of them singing a version of Blueberry Hill, made famous by Fats Domino. Blueberry Hill will post the entries on its Facebook page under the YouTube tab. The top four videos with the most likes will win the chance to perform on the Duck Room stage the evening of their anniversary bash on Sept. 8. Winners will also receive Blueberry Hill gift certificates and 1st place will get a …
Celebrate National Ice Cream month by coming out to University City's newest frozen treat spot. Tutti Frutti, located on Delmar at North and South, is holding a grand opening at 6 p.m. Friday, July 13. Help celebrate the grand opening and enjoy free yogurt for the first 100 people, balloon animals for the kids, music, prizes, coupons and lots of excitement. Tutti Frutti is located at 7602 Delmar and is the first Tutti Frutti store to open in Missouri. Tutti Fruitti Yogurt has 584 stores world-wide.
Summer time can mean delayed bedtimes for many children. Steve Zwolak of University City Children's Center shares his tips to helping children develop healthy habits with Fox 2 News. There are a few key points to helping your child develop healthy sleep habits. Maintain a consistent sleep routines and schedule Good daily balance of exercise—indoor and outdoor. Don’t go to bed hungry Avoid caffeinated products Plan up to 1 hour of quiet time before bed time Other bedtime routines – Quiet time may include taking a bath, going to the bathroom, brushing teeth, etc. Also, it is important for …
The Riverfront Times recently named the eight bars with the best beer selection in the St. Louis area and two Delmar Loop establishments made the list. Three Kings Public House and Cicero'sWith more than 200 different bottle selections and some 50 beers on tap, Cicero's is a beer nerd's heaven." To see the complete list of the best beer list, click here.
Big crowds turned out for big tastes Thursday at the University City Chamber of Commerce's inaugeral Taste of U City. The event was held at the 560 Music Center. Attendees were treated to samples of food and alcoholic beverages from more than 30 local businesses. I. Participating vendors included Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, Brentmoor Retirement Community, Cheese-ology Macaroni and Cheese, Cold Stone Creamery, Colleen's Cookies, Dao Tien Bistro, Dominos Pizza, Dough To Door, Family of Love Divine Church, Fitz's Bottling Company, Frank & Helen's Pizzeria, The Gatesworth, Jimmy Johns, La Monarca…
University City Children’s Center is a nonprofit, United Way agency committed to providing innovative, quality education and a nurturing environment to a racially, culturally, socio-economically, and developmentally diverse population of children between 6 weeks and 6 years while providing supportive services to families. The school is located in University City on Vernon Ave.
Vintage shop Re-Designz settled into the Loop earlier this spring to become another spot for shoppers on the hunt for all-things retro. In addition to an assortment of tables, chairs and other pieces from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, Re-Designz will also help shoppers customize their personal look with contemporary bracelets, necklaces and earrings, according to the store's website. Re-Designz had formerly been located in Crestwood Court's ArtSpace and moved out of the mall in February as part of a redevelopment plan, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Re-Designz is located at 6352 Delmar …
Along with the usual assortment of Chinese, Japanese and American buffet favorites, Tokyo Seafood Buffet, which opened May 20, also features sushi plates that can be snagged from a rotating conveyor belt system. The idea may be new for the St. Louis area, but the Riverfront Times reports that the invention dates back to 1958 when it was created by a Japanese restauranteur. Tokyo Seafood Buffet is located at 8008 Olive Blvd. and is open Monday-Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
A standard in the Delmar Loop, Fitz's Bottling Company has been making soda since 1947. It's root beer, cream soda, ginger ale, grape soda, orange soda and strawberry pop are bottled each week from noon to 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Can't make it down to watch the process yourself? Check out this video version.
Today is National Shrimp Day. What better way to celebrate than with a great shrimp pasta? The chef from Three Kings Public House, located in the Delmar Loop, was on Fox 2 News this morning to show viewers how to make the perfect pasta. What's your favorite way to eat shrimp? Tell us in the comments.
