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She describes her artistic journey as “not a straight line but rather a wandering wave.”

"Julia" filmmakers Julie Cohen and Betsy West also created the Ruth Bader Ginsburg documentary "RBG."

Decades before settling in her Benton Park house, Moomey envisioned recreating an Italian-inspired mosaic garden at home.

After offering only grab-and-go/delivery fare for more than a year, the fine dining restaurant opens for inside dining on November 3.

St. Louis Magazine dining editor George Mahe discusses topical dining subjects.

Half of the proceeds will be donated to Doorways, a local nonprofit that provides housing and shelter to those impacted by HIV and AIDS.

A new group of residents are all moved into their workspaces and starting their projects as part of the newly expanded Kranzberg Arts Residencies for Individual Artists. 

Ice cream is always in season for Tamara Keefe and Beckie Jacobs, St. Louis’ resident ice cream mavens.

Bookworms rejoice! The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival is back, in-person and streaming from the J’s Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur. The 43rd festival starts off with a stirring keynote address on Sunday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. Natan Sharansky and Gil Troy will discuss Never Alone, the memoir of Sharansky’s remarkable life—from a child chess prodigy to Deputy Prime Minister of Israel to nine-year political prisoner—that the pair cowrote. It’s a packed slate with dozens of panels to choose from. Here are five we think are definitely worth attending:

Some do, others don't, and there are good reasons for each.

The 30th Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival is back this year with both virtual and in-person programming at the Tivoli Theater, Washington University, Webster University, Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, and the St. Louis Public Library’s Central Library Auditorium. Kicking off on Thursday, November 4, and running through Sunday, November 21, the fest is stacked with offerings from local filmmakers, international festival hits, and upcoming awards contenders. There’s no wrong way to enjoy SLIFF, but here are some highlights we think you shouldn’t miss:

Sister concept Grand Pied, under the same roof, will remain in operation.

You can't miss No. 4.

Acclaimed restaurateur Gerard Craft closes the dark, cozy hideaway hangout after a decade-long run in the CWE.

The canine-centric restaurant/bar, event space, and park is slated to open in St. Louis next month.

Flipping it to the Maccs will document Jon and Willie McMiller's adventures in real estate, right here in St. Louis

You might think you know all about T. rex—but wait until you meet his cousins.

Jordan Ward is learning not to be ashamed of his emotions. His recent project, Remain Calm, honors that journey. The five-track EP, which dropped Oct. 8, finds the singer/dancer/rapper giving himself permission to embrace all of his feelings. It’s a deeply personal project for him. 

Owner Dan Manchanda transformed the former Shot Heaven bar into a feline-friendly haven in partnership with the Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment of St. Louis.

Film festivals allow for filmmakers of all genres to share their work with new and dedicated audiences, and while they may be home to the most hyped-up events, you don't have to head all the way to California or New York to experience a vibrant festival atmosphere. Whether you prefer documentaries or fiction, classic films or fresh new directors, there is a nearby fest to satisfy the cinephile in you.