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Five Things to do This Weekend

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

THREE TALENTED U CITY ALUM JAM AT JAZZ AT THE BISTRO
It's a U City reunion of sorts this weekend at Jazz at the Bistro in Grand Center as three UCHS grads take the stage. Vocalist Jeremy Davenport will welcome his high school friends and former U. City bandmates - pianist Peter Martin and bassist Chris Thomas to join him on stage at the Bistro for two concerts on Friday and Saturday. Tickets necessary.

  • Friday, Nov. 25. Two sets 7:30pm and 9:30pm
  • Saturday. Nov. 26. Two sets 7:39pm and 9:30pm
  • Jazz at the Bistro, 3536 Washington Blvd.
  • Tickets: $35 Fri,Sat. $15 with student ID
  • Click HERE to buy tickets online.

CRAFT ALLIANCE'S 25TH ANNUAL STUDENT/FACULTY SALE
If you are looking for a special gift or just a great way to spend Thanksgiving Weekend, head over to Craft Alliance this weekend for its 25th Annual Student/Faculty Craft Sale. Items for sale include; pottery, jewelry, glass and textiles.

  • Saturday, Nov. 26, 9am-5pm.
  • Sunday, Nov. 27, Noon-5pm 
  • Craft Alliance, 6640 Delmar Blvd.

LIGHT UP THE LOOP
Light Up The Loop is an annual event that starts the holiday off with a blast of color and fun: vintage Christmas lights decorate street lamps and store rooftops, window displays at the various shops, and all kinds of great holiday deals.

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U CITY IN BOOM LION DEDICATION
Meet the U City in Bloom lion, created by artist Genevieve Esson. Attendees will have a chance to meet Esson and toast the creature that will welcome visitors at the southwest entrance to Heman Park.   

  • Saturday, November 26
  • 2:00 PM
  • Heman Park, at the corner of Vernon & Midland

WILD LIGHTS AT THE ZOO
Stroll through the Saint Louis Zoo's enchanting holiday wonderland and enjoy thousands of colorful lights, animated light displays and seasonal sounds. Tickets to Wild Lights will be sold until 8:15 p.m. each night.

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  • Friday, Saturday, Sunday Nov. 25-27
  • 5:30pm-8:30pm
  • $4 for Zoo Friends members (no passes)
  • $5 for general public
  • Free for children under two


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