Aggregator

Here is something you probably didn't know: The majority of goat herders in California — of which there are probably fewer than 100 — come on temporary work visas from Peru, usually staying for about three years. Our goat herders come from Peru! The reason they're in the news is because of a mysterious change ...continue reading "Little-known facts about California goat herders"

Here is Joe Biden's job approval compared to his immediate predecessors: Biden's approval level remains low, but it's not really much lower than Trump's or Obama's at this point in their first term. Within a few weeks it's likely to be almost exactly the same.

Little Bites of Happiness I wonder if the King and Queen of England pause for Afternoon Tea each day? And do they nibble on dainty tea sandwiches? Those who know the answers to such things say yes. But Queen Elizabeth also had a sweet tooth. From the time she was a wee child, she ate... 

Read More »

The post The Cucumber Tea Sandwich appeared first on Good Food St. Louis.

EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Fire Department on Friday issued this information about potential scams in the area and recommendations on how people handle those situations. This was Edwardsville's information release: "Let’s talk about scams. There are many different kinds but they all have one thing in common: to separate you from your hard-earned money. Most common are imposter scams, where a person falsely claims to be someone you may know, a government entity or a business. Please take steps to educate yourself and your family members about these dangers to protect from loss: • No real business or government agency will insist you pay with a gift card or wire transfer. • Call the company back at a trusted number – preferably one you find on your bill or on other official correspondence or a company site. • If the person calling claims to be in trouble, verify that with other family members or a trusted friend. • Scammers often

Continue Reading

Canva 25 states Americans visit the most U.S. travelers are expected to visit U.S. destinations more in 2023 than they did before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data from the World Travel and Tourism Council. Thanks in part to rising inflation rates, which make international travel far more difficult to budget for a family, along [...]

On view at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum until Aug. 6, African Modernism in America is the first major traveling exhibition to examine the complex connection between modern African

The post African Modernism in America appeared first on Explore St. Louis.

Basketball coaches, police, and families of gun violence victims gathered at the 2nd Annual Coaches vs. Crime event on Saturday to pay tribute to slain athletes.

With the help of ten truckloads of sand, The Magic House’s backyard will be transformed into a beachfront park.   Visitors can take a stroll along the boardwalk, search for

The post Sandcastle Beach appeared first on Explore St. Louis.

Who’s that kid that can travel through time? It’s you!   Follow the adventures of three friends as they travel back in time to learn from real-life inspirational heroes when

The post Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum: The Exhibit at The Magic House appeared first on Explore St. Louis.

Take an overseas adventure in this immersive exhibit that transports families to China, a country where a quickly changing modern lifestyle intersects with ancient values. Explore what life is like

The post Children’s China – The Magic House appeared first on Explore St. Louis.

They let their employees knew that they valued them as people.

Opening Reception & Artist Talk – Friday, May 5 from 5:30 – 7:30pm – with performance by DJ Pharaoh (so fun)   Featuring: Grace Danback Allan Gromilic Braden McMakin Taylour

The post Look Away: 2023 Senior Exhibit (Photography & Animation) appeared first on Explore St. Louis.

Green Door Art Gallery presents Botanicals & Blooms III, a celebration of all things flo-ral and botanical, featuring silver and stone jewelry by Debbie Garavaglia, botanical bas relief by Catherine

The post Botanicals & Blooms III Art Exhibit appeared first on Explore St. Louis.