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Five Things to do This Week

Here are some suggestions of things to do in or near University City this week.

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BLOOD DRIVE AT U CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Give the gift of life this holiday season by donating blood to the American Red Cross. will host a four-hour blood drive on Tuesday. Walk-ins are welcome. However, donors can also make an appointment online at www.redcrossblood.org. The sponsor code is “Ucitylibrary.”

  • Tuesday, December 27, 2011
  • , in the library auditorium. 
  • 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
  • FREE

CRAFT ALLIANCE CLEARANCE SALE
Have Christmas cash to burn, or maybe you're ready to get a jump on your holiday shopping -- kicks off its semi-annual clearance sale Tuesday. Jewelry, glass, clay, holiday ornaments and home accessories are 30 - 75% off.

  • Tuesday, December 27 - Tuesday, January 31
  • ,  6640 Delmar Blvd
  • 10:00am - 5:00pm
  • FREE to browse

RAJA THE ELEPHANT TURNS 19!
Head to the Saint Louis Zoo on Tuesday and help Raja, the first Asian elephant born at the Zoo, celebrate his 19th birthday. Raja was born on December 27, 1992. Weather permitting, zookeepers and volunteers will host a birthday party for Raja at his habitat in River's Edge. Raja will receive presents filled with some of his favorite things -- cereal, melons, bananas, popcorn and more. Visitors are invited to sing "Happy Birthday" and cheer for Raja when he comes out to "open" his gifts.

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EBOOK TRAINING AT U CITY LIBRARY
Confused about your new ebook reader? is hosting an interactive training session. Attendees will be shown how to configure their computer, and borrow free ebooks from the library.  Bring your ereader, and a laptop if you have one!

  • Thursday, December 29
  • 11:00am
  • FREE 

KWANZAA CONCERT CELEBRATION AT TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN
The Songs of Africa Ensemble, a multicultural vocal ensemble, will give a Kwanzaa Celebration concert on Friday at . The Songs of Africa Ensemble will both entertain and educate audiences by singing a repertoire of songs in African languages about topics ranging from spirituality, religion, community, work and play. Tickets: $10 for adults. $5 for students. Children 12 and under are free. To buy tickets call (314) 652-6800.

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