Weekend Events Include a Zoo Concert and Science Center Date Night

Looking for something to do this weekend? University City Patch has you covered. Check out our picks for the activities to hit and places to explore.

50% OFF BACK TO SCHOOL SALE
Major back to school sale at the National Council of Jewish Women resale shop this weekend. Everything in the store is 50% off. Check out their Facebook page to see some of the fabulous merchandise for women and men. All items are new or gently used. Also for sale jewelry and furniture. 

• (8612 Olive Blvd)
• Friday August 12 from 10am-6pm
• Saturday August 13 from 9am to 5:00pm.

Get your groove on at the Saint Louis Zoo. Dance to the tunes of Griffin & the Gargoyles as part of the zoo’s Jungle Boogie Friday Night Concert Series. The concerts are held at the Schnuck Family Plaza near the sea lion basin in the center of the zoo.

• Saint Louis Zoo (1 Government Drive)
• Friday, August 12
• 5:00pm-8:00pm

CHEAP DATE NIGHT AT THE SCIENCE CENTER
The Perseid Meteor Shower hits its peak on Saturday, so the Science Center is offering a Cheap Date Night event. Attendees will take in a star show, a simulation of the meteor shower and more, accompanied by snacks and a cash bar.

• The Science Center (5050 Oakland Avenue)
• Saturday, August 13
• 7:00pm
• Tickets cost $7.00 per person

Have you struggled to lose weight and think you need added motivation – like millions of people chronicling your journey? Head to Chesterfield Mall on Saturday where the NBC reality TV show,“The Biggest Loser,” is holding a casting call. The show is looking for individuals and teams of two who have at least 85 lbs to lose. If applying in person bring a photo.

• 291 Chesterfield Mall, Chesterfield, MO. (Hwy 40 & Clarkson Rd.)
• Saturday, August 13
• 10:00am-6:00pm

Hit the links with your kids on Sunday. Anyone under 16 plays for free. Parents: $8 walk/ 15$ with cart.

• Ruth Park Gold Course (8211 Groby Rd)
• Sunday, August 14
• 4:00pm