Saint Louis In Tune

Lee Jordan, Midwest and State Director for National Juneteenth Observance Foundation (NJOF) describes the history and activities surrounding Juneteenth.https://www.facebook.com/Juneteenth-Speaks-114193420316980/https://www.facebook.com/NATIONAL-JUNETEENTH-OBSERVANCE-FOUNDATION-NJOF-407747120555/http://nationaljuneteenth.com/

In part one, we discuss Confederate monuments and their prevalence, funding, location, timing of their installation in light of history, and what to do with them.

James Williams has been a resident of Minneapolis for over 30 years. A native of St. Louis, the actor and director reflects on two stories: 1) A white woman in Central Park calling the police on a black birdwatcher that asked her to leash her dog; and, 2) A white policeman with his full weight on the neck of a black man as the life and breath slowly left his body, with the crowd around him pleadin...

With over 100 interviews, Jim Merkel compiled a book of memories that takes a walk through time. What was it like to live through COVID-19? Jim recorded that information in his book along with memories of visits to the 1904 World's Fair, Ted Drewes, and a special story about Yogi Berra or is it Yogi Bear? Well you'll have to read the book to find out.https://jimmerkelthewriter.com/https://reedypre...

Cameron McWhirter discusses the issues that converged during the summer of 1919 which was one of the lowest points of our history. RED SUMMER reveals the ugly reality of riots, burnings, lynchings, murder, and mayhem that seemed to rule that year in our country. A poignant yet enlightening book to digest and provoke changes of the heart.http://cameronmcwhirter.com/wordpress/https://www.facebook.co...

Lizzie Harrison knows firsthand about domestic violence. She now assists others who struggle in the grip of this abuse. Important information in a time when stress and life is taking a toll.https://harrisonsreferralservices.com/https://www.facebook.com/Harrisons-Referral-Services-for-Women-19300750425/

When we think about diseases like cancer or heart disease, we don’t wait years to treat them. We start before Stage 4—we begin with prevention, identify symptoms, and develop a plan of action to reverse and hopefully stop the progression of the disease. So why don’t we do the same for individuals who are dealing with potentially serious mental illness? Much of our work is guided by the Before Stag...

The Crime Victim Center gives victims a voice and helps them move from crisis to resiliency. Marti Kelly, executive director of the Crime Victim Center discusses the work of the center and how they are able to assist victims of traumatic events of crime.https://www.supportvictims.org/https://www.facebook.com/supportvictims.org

These musicians have a great deal in common. They were selected to be a part of one of America's finest high school bands assembled each year to perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Rose Bowl Parade. Listen to former members who have reunited in the All-American Alumni Band to discuss an upcoming concert and future plans.https://www.facebook.com/groups/36314097101/https://www.face...

Natalie Wexler's book provides background of how skill-based reading instruction has widened the knowledge gap in our schools and provides insight into what a knowledge building curriculum can do to strengthen reading and writing for all students especially those from less-educated families. A must read for all educators.https://nataliewexler.com/

Domestic violence knows no boundary. It occurs to individuals in all walks of life. Sylvia Jackson, executive director of the Women's Safe House in St. Louis gives us an update on their work and how abuse has been rising due to the stay-at-home orders.https://twsh.org/https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensSafeHouse/

John W. Brown is truly a renaissance man. He is a television news anchor in St. Louis (Fox2), author of several books on Missouri and Orlando Florida, avid runner, inventor of Bib Magnets, talk show host on radio, and public speaker. He discusses his latest book, Missouri: An Illustrated Timeline, 200 Years of Heroes and Rogues, Heartbreak and Triumph.https://missourilegends.com/

What should you do at your home, work, or other places to keep yourself safe? Former police officer Jenn Jackson describes some simple yet effective things to help each of us keep safe.https://childhood101.com/35-ways-to-keep-your-home-safe/

Chris Clark describes the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase which is still accepting submissions. Programs range from full-length fiction features and documentaries to multi-film compilations of fiction and documentary shorts. In addition, programs with feature-length films include post-screening Q&As with filmmakers. Chris also talks about how Cinema St. Louis and all of their events have been im...

Lt. Colonel Dan Jennings, divisional commander at the Salvation Army describes the efforts of the Salvation Army to holistically meet the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of those less fortunate. Learn how they are helping in the Covid-19 pandemic. Hope is greater than fear . . .Kindness is greater than despair . . .Generosity is greater than uncertainty.http://www.salarmymidland.org/https:...

For over 150 years, the St. Louis Community Foundation has been helping St. Louisans put charitable dollars to work to increase the impact of charitable giving now and forever. The COVID-19 Regional Response Fund Advisory Council has been established to help those impacted within our region. President and CEO Amelia Bond relates why "investing for tomorrow has a positive impact today."https://stlg...

Ed Wheatley masterfully weaves the history of baseball in St. Louis. He focuses on teams of the Major League, Negro League, Khoury League, High Schools in the area, American Legion, and other Youth Leagues. What did the ballparks look like back then? Why were the Cardinals called the Browns at one point? Who is on the all-St. Louis team? Find out and more. Ed's book can be purchased from Reedy Pre...

William Roth, founder and artistic director of the Gaslight Theatre and the St. Louis Actor's Studio discusses how the show is still going on via LIVE STREAM. Support the arts and don't forget to add to the tip jar!https://www.facebook.com/thegaslighttheater/http://stlas.org/

Carol Commerford, Director Community Music School of Webster University and Dana Hotle, Executive Director of Chamber Project Saint Louis discuss the Young Composers Competition which is having an unusual ending due to COVID-19. Young composers will be wanted for the 2020-21 competition.http://www.webster.edu/community-music-school/programs/young-composers-competition.htmlhttp://chamberprojectstl....

Tony Parise needs no introduction to the theatre world. A veteran of Broadway shows, he appeared in the first National tour of A CHORUS LINE and was on Broadway in 42ND STREET, ME AND MY GIRL, and CITY OF ANGELS. He has directed and/or choreographed HELLO, DOLLY starring Madeline Kahn, and many other shows. He talks about the upcoming arts program Next Stop Broadway.https://www.foxpacf.org/program...

Nestled next door to the newly refashioned Hotel St. Louis(Louis Sullivan's Union Trust Building) is Henry Ives Cobb's impressive and striking red tone Chemical Building. Restoration St. Louis has plans to bring the building back to life to a grand state.http://www.restorationstl.com/

Restoration is never easy. But when you have Restoration St. Louis with Amrit & Amy Gill, quality and first class results are what you get. The Seven Gables Inn recently renovated is better than it was when it was built. First class accomodations and dining. Check it out.http://www.sevengablesinn.com/http://www.restorationstl.com/

Jacqueline Thompson who acts, directs, and teaches at the University of Missouri-St. Louis discusses her role in Ntozake Shange's choreopoem Spell #7 at the St. Louis Black Rep. The St. Louis Theater Circle Award 2020 nominee for outstanding director of a drama recently concluded her direction of "Four Little Girls: Birmingham 1963." In 2019 she received a Visionary Award recognizing women who hav...

When you think of All-Star, Superstar, Superdog do you think of a deaf dog? Well the message of Cole the Deaf Dog and The Team Cole Project is simple and profound: a disability is not an inability. Cole is a deaf rescue dog who is on a quest to change the world one paw at a time! Learn how the life journeys of a deaf therapy dog is impacting students by teaching lessons of acceptance and empathy....

While it takes many lives, colorectal cancer is one of the most treatable cancers if detected early through prevention and screening. Colorectal Cancer Alliance CEO Michael Sapienza discusses his motivation and commitment to ending this disease and the latest information to assist those impacted. The Undy races in St Louis and DC have been canceled but you can participate in the ScopeItIn Virtual...