Two things I love. Powell Hall and big band music. And... The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is coming to St. Louis and will be performing at Powell Hall! One night only so read on to get all the details. The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra At Powell Hall In St. Louis We love music at our home. Our two oldest children have been playing the piano since kindergarten. The youngest will be starting soon. I'm View Post
How To Host A Birthday Party At Amp Up Action Park
If you follow me on social media, particularly Instagram, then you might have noticed I posted last week about my oldest turning 11. It came and went all too fast. Just a few years ago it seems like he was toddling around and being pushing in the baby swing at the park. Yet here I was needing to plan a party for the big kids. I've discovered that there are differences in celebrating birthdays as View Post
Waitress Musical At The Fabulous Fox Theatre In St. Louis
When a touring musical spends more than a week in a city, you know that it's a popular show. Waitress is that type of musical. The Waitress musical is definitely a must see. Read on to get a sneak peek! Waitress Musical At The Fabulous Fox Theatre In St. Louis The Fox Theatre is the perfect venue for this gem of a musical. It's sheer size is needed to hold the number of patrons who want to View Post
Celebrate Fox Theatre’s 90th Birthday With Rock Of Ages
The Fox Theatre is celebrating 90 years here in St. Louis and it's quite the milestone to reach. Our fine theatre has went through a few changes over the years. It's a part of St. Louis history that everyone knows and loves. My husband and I attended press night of Rock Of Ages and it's perfect timing for the celebrations. Celebrate Fox Theatre's 90th Birthday With Rock Of Ages I think that View Post
Family Valentine’s Day In St. Louis At Sesame Street Live
Once upon a time we celebrated Valentine's Day just the two of us. We got all dressed up, ate a candlelit dinner and went to fancy musicals. Then we had kids. That changed life. After kids, some people still do the couple Valentine thing. I get it and can see that side, too. But for us, we do a family Valentine's Day. Family Valentine's Day With My Forever Valentine(s) We spent an View Post
Disney On Ice Is A Multigenerational Family Activity
I'm a big fan of a memory making multigenerational family activity. Growing up I spent a great deal of time with my grandparents. Many weekends I would stay the night at their home and they would take me on adventures around the city. We often gathered as one big family and ate dinner together. When I was 11-years-old we all moved to the Illinois side of the river and built homes across the field View Post
Les Misérables United States Tour At The Fabulous Fox In St. Louis
The Les Misérables United States tour has hit the Fox Theatre and I've been waiting for this moment for 13 years. Last night was only my second time seeing this masterpiece and I found myself sitting in the audience in awe all over again. It's still amazing. Les Misérables United States Tour Before my husband and I had children, we liked to travel. Sure we go places now, but mostly kid View Post
Meet Me At The Muny For Meet Me In St. Louis
Last week we were in Michigan on vacation to celebrate my 40th birthday. My husband planned the entire trip for our little family. Such a beautiful place and we loved the time spent there. You can see pictures from our trip on Instagram HERE. While I was away Meet Me In St. Louis opened at The Muny. I missed the opportunity to attend opening night! Fortunately I have tons of friends who attended View Post
The Many Emotions Of The Muny’s Gypsy
Last night was opening night of Gypsy at The Muny. My first time seeing this particular show and I was not disappointed. The Muny never disappoints. I've loved attending the shows this season and being able to share with all of you my thoughts. The Muny's Gypsy was quite the musical performance. While there are some adult themes, it's a witty and thought provoking musical that carries with it a View Post
Best Family Night In St. Louis: Annie At The Muny
Last night was our first night together as a family at The Muny. It's was the perfect night to attend a show because it was beautiful outside. Definitely not the usual for July in St. Louis! Going in I was super thrilled with that fact. Already thrilled with the fact that we were going to experience Annie at The Muny. My kids played "duck, duck, goose" before the show. Growing up my favorite View Post