Ten Things to do This Weekend

It's Thursday, and you've got no idea what you'll do for the weekend. University City Patch is coming to the rescue. Check our picks for the activities to hit and places to explore.

FAMILY MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY
Catch a family friendly movie for free at the . The feature film is “Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG.)” Movies are shown in the Lil’s Treehouse (2nd floor of the library)
Thursday, September 15
4:00pm

FREE

BARBARA C. JORDAN STAMP UNVEILING
will host the unveiling of the Barbara Jordan postage stamp – . There will be guest speakers and the school choir will perform the national anthem.
Friday, September 16
10:00am
, 1500 N 82nd Blvd
FREE

NEW EXHIBIT OPENS AT REGIONAL ARTS COMMISSION
New exhibition of 10 textile artists gets under way on Thursday at the Regional Arts Commission. The various work incorporates dyes, paints, silkscreens, stitching and text.
Thursday, September 16
10:00am-5:00pm
, 6128 Delmar
FREE and open the the public

GREAT FOREST PARK BALLOON GLOW
The balloon glow offers a spectacular view of inflated hot air balloons ignited by their burners. Refreshments and food are available. The night will conclude with fire works at approximately 9pm.
Friday, September 16
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Forest Park  - Central Field by the Jewel Box
(Will be a walk through event only. Not a drive through event)

MIDNIGHT MOVIE AT THE TIVOLI
This weekend's midnight movie at the is the sc-fi horror  flick ALIENS. The movie stars Sigourney Weaver.
Friday September 16 and Saturday September 17
midnight

ONE MAN'S TRASH IS ANOTHER MAN'S TREASURE
U City andare hosting the 2011 Annual Community Resource Fair and Outdoor Yard Sale at the . Community and civic groups will have booths set up. And individuals will be selling their wares from their own yard sale booths.
Saturday, September 17
8:00am-2:00pm
Heman Park Swimming Pool, 7210 Olive Blvd

GREAT FOREST PARK BALLOON RACE
The Balloon Race will take place on Central Field by the Jewel Box in Forest Park.
 There will be pony rides, games, and other activities for kids. The race begins when the Energizer Bunny Balloon takes off ahead of the pack. 70 "hound" balloons then launch in pursuit.
Saturday, September 17
12:00pm-6:30pm
Central Field by the Jewel Box

I AM HIP HOP
This event aims to highlight the positive contibutions  of women in the hip hop movement.  The evening will feature various exhibits – dance- film and a panel discussion. Local artisits and scholars taking part including, DJ Sinamin, MK Stallings, Hatsephi Kushma and Yung Ro
Saturday, September 15
6:00pm
Missouri History Museum, AT&T Foundation Multipurpose Room
FREE

MAKE AN INTERGENERATIONAL COLLAGE AT COCA
Stephanie Summerlin leads a collage project for grandparents and grandchildren (ages 7+) to create artwork comprised of printed material, paint, and drawings that recall events of historical significance in the near or distant past. The collage event is offered in association with the exhibit by artist Lisa Bulawsky.
Sunday, September 18
3:00pm-4:00pm
,  524 Trinity Ave.

STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES...OR SOME OTHER FLOWERS
Some of the most beautiful home gardens in University City are open to the public during the U City in Bloom Garden Tour. Enjoy a rare glimpse into the front and back gardens of those hidden gems of urban gardens. Also,  artists will show their wares on the lawn of .
Sunday, September 18
1pm-5pm
Garden Tour ticket: $15 in advance, $18 day of tour purchased at City Hall. Tickets can also be purchased by calling 314-973-3541, or mail to: P.O. Box 50283, St. Louis MO 63105-5283. Tickets are also available at the