~Upcoming Events ~

• 1904 Cocktail Reception & Board Meeting...Annual Holiday Gala
  December 7, 2011
  6:30 PM - ??
  We will see you at the beautiful home of Cicardi & Susan Bruce {636-532-6165} located at 207 Tuma Lane, Chesterfield, MO 63005! Bring a guest and a snack...we provide the beverage. Network from 6:30 - 7:25, meeting from 7:30 - 8ish to get the latest updates on events with more networking from 8ish - 9:30!  Keep an eye on your e-mail from Rich Pisani,  for these "Cocktail Receptions" & Board Meetings. If you are not receiving the e-mails, contact Rich Pisani at richpisani1904@yahoo.com  or 314.952.2640. Directions...

~Past Events ~

• Missouri Adoption Exchange Golf Tournament POWERED by 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation
  Thursday, September 15th
  Time to be determined
  Save the date for the 4th annual 'Heart Gallery Golf Classic' that we plan on co-sponsoring with the Adoption Exchange ('Connecting Children and Families since 1983; www.adoptex.org ) at Whitmore Country Club on Thursday, September 15th. Shotgun start at 12:30...contact Lisa Schaffer at 314.291.3313 or lschaffer @adoptex.org. Keep an eye on your emails for details. We'll need players, silent/oral auction items, Tee sponsors, and volunteers for Ralph Turney's 'golf committee', as well as workers for the day of the tournament. Larry Walker and Lisa Schaffer, Chairman and Director of Development of The Adoption Exchange respectively, will give you an update on the tournament at our next 1904 Foundation board meeting on 5-23.

• National Alliance on Mental Illness at Busch Stadium
  Watch the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs
  Saturday, July 30th at 3:10 PM
  Busch Stadium and help raise money for NAMI - St. Louis.
  Tickets are $50.00 per ticket with $15.00 per ticket going to NAMI - St. Louis
  HOPE YOU CAN ATTEND AND HELP OUR CAUSE!
  For questions or to order tickets, please call -
  Jen Radman
  314-686-4500 w
  radman7414@att.net

• 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation's '7th Annual Car & Motorcycle Show'
  Sunday, July 17th from 9 am - 5 pm
  $20 for Car Entry; $10 for Motorcycle Entry
  Forest Park at the World's Fair Pavilion (just across the street from the St. Louis Zoo's  Bird Cage)
  Car entry will be from 9 AM to NOON, viewing and judging will take place from NOON to 4 PM and  'Class Trophies' will be handed out by our St. Louis County Executive, Charlie A. Dooley, with help from Doc Logan and John Walsh from 4 - 5 PM. The proceeds will benefit the "Racing to Read Charitable Foundation" to help children learn about the racing industry, become better educated on the technology of car and motorcycle racing and one day to possibly become employed in the industry. Entertainment, along with good food and beverage, will be available. We hope to see you and your family there!

• Saint Louis University Liver Center "Shoot For a Cure"
  Saturday, June 25th Noon - ??? (See schedule below)
  Strathalbyn Farms Club, 552 Wolfrum Rd., St. Charles 63304
  All proceeds to benefit the "Saint Louis University Liver Center"
  To make reservations, call 314-576-3078 or email astarling@friendsoftheslulc.org  or go to by clicking the following link  http://www.friendsoftheslulc.org/events/spring_event.html

  • Ticket Prices:
    $95 – Dinner and Club Activities (Non-Shooters)
    $150 – 50 Rounds of Shooting* (Includes Dinner and Club Activities)
    $180 – 100 Rounds of Shooting* Includes Dinner and Club Activities)
    *All Clays and Shells Included
    SLU invites you to join us at Strathalbyn Farms Club Located on 140 pristine acres in St. Charles County. Event includes sporting clays, dinner and bonfire! The Friends of the SLU Liver Center is a not-for-profit 501 (c) 3 organization. A portion of the ticket price is tax deductible and will be noted in your tax letter after the event. Visit the following link for more information http://www.friendsoftheslulc.org/home.html

  • Event Timeline:
    100 Shooters Schedule & 50 Shooters Schedule
    12 Noon - Registration 1:45PM - Registration
    12:45PM - Safety Meeting 2:15PM - Safety Meeting
    1:00PM - Shoot Starts 2:30PM - Shoot Starts
    2:00 – 4:00PM Activity for Non-Shooters
    4:00PM - Drinks and Appetizers
    4:30PM – Shooting Exhibition Flurry immediately following exhibition.
    6:00PM Dinner and Live Auction.
    7:00PM Cigars and bonfire.
    Silent Auction Throughout the Day

  • Representatives from:
    MARCO POLO OUTFITTERS will be on hand to demo shotguns and provide training for shooters. Open to both advanced and novice shooters. There are a limited number of spots available. 

• National Alliance on Mental Illness - NAMI Walk
  Every journey begins with that first step! 
  Saturday, May 28, 2011 
  Forest Park, Upper Muny Parking Lot
  8:00 AM - Walker Check-In & Mental Health Fair
  8:45 AM - Opening Ceremonies    
  9:00 AM - Walk Start
  Distance: 5 Kilometers (3.1 mile) and 1.0 Mile Routes
  Click below to participate in our NAMI-St. Louis Walk
   NAMIWALKS for the Mind of America is a rain or shine event.
  GO DIRECTLY TO THE NAMIWalks ST. LOUIS AND ENROLL YOUR TEAM
  GO DIRECTLY TO THE NAMIWalks ST. LOUIS AND ENROLL YOUR TEAM
  View NAMIWALKS 2010 Video
  The NAMIWALKS for the Mind of America is a nationwide fundraising and mental health awareness program that is being held in more than 80 communities around the country in 2010, including right here in St. Louis. There is no walker registration fee for the Walk.  All participants are encouraged to collect donations from family members, friends, co-workers and business associates in support of their participation in the Walk. All the funds collected by Walkers are used to fund NAMI's programs here in St. Louis.  These programs include support, education, research and advocacy involving schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic depression), major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and severe anxiety disorders. All walkers raising $100 or more receive a NAMI-WALKS for the Mind of America event T-shirt.  Top fund-raising teams receive awards presented at our NAMI St. Louis Annual Membership Meeting in July. Companies, organizations and families are encouraged to organize teams of walkers made up of employees, organization members, relative and friends. There is a wide-range of corporate, organization and individual sponsorship opportunities available.  Anyone interested in information on how his or her company or organization can sponsor the Walk should contact the NAMI office at 314-966-4670.

• 1904 Foundation Supports "National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Wine & Cheese Benefit"
  Friday, April 1, 2011
  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  $20 donation at the door
  The Wine & Cheese Place
  This is our 1904 Foundation's annual support of our advisory board members, Steve Powell & Jen Radman, who are leaders in helping our local NAMI StL Chapter raise funds and awareness for research on mental health issues.
  On April Fool's Day, you and your guests are invited to join us at NAMI 'Wine & Cheese Tasting' event from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Wine & Cheese Place located at 7435 Forsyth, Clayton, MO 63105

• 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation's "Annual Board Member Gala"
  Saturday, April, 9, 2011
  7pm - 11pm
  Dress code is black-tie optional
  $20 donation at the door, which includes a 2011 new/renewal membership
  RSVP required: Joanie Bengston jbengston@charter.net NO LATER THAN April 5th
  The Gala will be co-chaired again by Joanie Bengston and Bob Bess and will be at the beautiful home of Cicardi and Susan Bruce...{636-532-6165} located at 207 Tuma Lane, Chesterfield, MO 63005! Directions...
  This is our annual "black tie optional" affair to salute our forefathers for hosting both the 1904 World's Fair & III Olympics in St. Louis and leaving behind a beautiful Forest Park, the St. Louis Zoo, the Art Museum and the Jefferson Memorial.
  Officers and Board Members are welcome to bring a guest(s). Also, bring your favorite holiday hor's d oeuvres to share...beverage provided by Santa and his helpers that evening. 

• 1904 Foundation 'Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade After Party'
  Saturday, March 12, 2011
  2 PM - 7 PM
  Hot Shots Downtown (near Busch Stadium)
  This event is again chaired by Barb O'Loughlin and the 'after parade party' will be held at Hot Shots located at 730 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102; call 314-436-7711 if lost...just 3 blocks south of the baseball stadium!

• 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation's 'Annual Holiday Party'
  Tuesday, December 28th ~ 6 pm - 9 pm
  Season's American Cuisine -
  78 Forum Center, Chesterfield, MO 63017
  314-523-7374 (across from Dierberg's on Olive at 141/Woodsmill Rd.)
  To Benefit The Women's Safe House (for abused women and their children)
  $10 donation at the door
  It's time for our annual 'Holiday Party' to raise awareness, clothes and money for the Women's Safe House. As always, Rae Cardwell is Chairing the event to be held at the old Peppertini's...now named Season's American Cuisine....which is going to be their GRAND OPENING. There will be complimentary appetizers, cash bar and music by Mike Farmer. The dress is Holiday Casual and bring your friends. For more information and ways to donate, contact: Rae Cardwell at cardies@sbcglobal.net

• St. Louis-Georgetown Sister Cities 20th Anniversary and Holiday Celebration
  Thursday, December 16th
  This is a formal invitation for the members of the 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation for the event. Click the following link http://sistercities.eventbrite.com/  for details if you are interested in attending.

• 1904 Foundation's 'A Taste of Italy' (TOI)
  Sunday, October 10, 2010 ~ 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
  St. Louis Woman's Club
  4600 Lindell
  St. Louis, MO 63108
  Two blocks east of the Chase Hotel
  $150 per ticket - general admission
  $200 per ticket - VIP wine tasting
  A unique 'black-tie optional' gala held at this historic and elegant venue, 'St. Louis Women's Club,' which was originally built for the 1904 World's Fair. It has the perfect background for some of St. Louis' most acclaimed Chefs, caterers, bakers and more who will delight your taste buds with their wonderful creations. Guy Phillips, the radio host for Y98 will be our Auctioneer while Ed Goodman, the radio host for KEZK's morning drive-time show, will again be our Emcee. Complimentary wines and hors d'oeuvres from our top Italian restaurants are included, and for your musical entertainment and dancing - Mike Farmer - a treat to the ear. Oral and silent auctions wit some wonderful one-of-a-kind items are available, also, all of which will benefit the St. Louis Forest Park Flora Conservancy and the St. Louis Zoo. Co-Chairman, Fran Capra, is gathering up members for committees right now and can use your help. For questions about attending or being a volunteer, please call FRAN... 636-405-3003 or email toi17fran@aol.com

• Oil Crisis Project Exhibition by Katherine Bish
  Friday, October 1, 2010 ~ 7 pm - 11 pm
  Mad Art Gallery
  2727 South 12th Street
  St. Louis, MO 63118
  314.771.8230
  Admission is a $10 donation
  http://www.oilcrisisproject.org/
  St. Louis professional photographer, Katherine Bish, will exhibit photos to raise public awareness of the ecological damage of the BP oil spill. Money raised will help charities working with the harmed animals. The Mad Art Gallery, a former St Louis City police station at the corner of 12th and Lynch Street in the Soulard neighborhood near the Anheuser-Busch brewery, will host Bish's exhibit. Music will be provided by The Dave Stone Trio and Violinist Tony Morales. Food and beverages will be provided by some of St. Louis’ most charitable establishments including The Pasta House Company and Atomic Cowboy. The event will be hosted by J. Kim Tucci, owner of the Pasta House Company.

• 1st Annual Forest Park Wiffleball Challenge
  Saturday, September 11, 2010
  Lagenberg Field, Forest Park (directly south of the Tennis center and north of the Boat House)
  Games begin at 9 AM
  Homerun Derby Contest begins at 1:00 PM
  $75 per team if registered after 8/31/10
  Test your skills and play for fun or in our tournament or participate in the Forest Park Home Run Derby!
  In honor of our firefighters, EMS and law enforcement, who serve and protect us on September 11, all proceeds from the Home Run Derby contest will benefit Responder Rescue, Inc., a St. Louis based charity to help those injured in the line of duty. www.responderrescue.org . A portion of the proceeds from this event will also be used to fund grants by our charity to the Flora Conservancy of Forest Park (Beautification Program) www.floraconservancy.org , and the Foundation for Children with Cancer www.childrenwithcancer.org . Call Ryan Clancy at 314-497-3068 or e-mail ryan_clancy@hotmail.com   for questions. Sponsorship opportunities are available, including signs on outfield fences.

• Annual 'Automobile & Motorcycle Show'
  Sunday, July 18th, 2010 ~  Noon - 5
  Cost to Attend (without car/cycle FREE)
  Cost to enter car - $20.00
  Cost to enter cycle - $10.00
  Vehicle registration from 9 - noon! Join us at the World's Fair Pavilion at Forest Park. You can enter your "antique" car/motorcycle or your "current day" car/motorcycle.  This event is great fun for individuals and families with children. Food/beverage, music and entertainment is available. As always, Doc Logan has agreed to set up for his 7th Annual Show. Proceeds will benefit "Racing to Read Charitable Foundation" promoting literacy education. Contact one of the Event Chairmen, Doc Jim Logan at doclogan7@cs.com ~ 314.276.7822 OR John Walsh shredman1904@yahoo.com ~ 314.568.3612.
   

• NAMI NIGHT at the Ballpark-Busch Stadium
  Saturday, August 21, 2010 at 6:15 pm
  $35.00 per ticket
  Watch the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Francisco Giants while we help raise money for NAMI-St. Louis. Stay tuned for information on a PRE-PARTY with food, fun and an auction featuring ticket upgrades, Pujols Reactor watch, Cardinals Field visit and much more. Tickets are available at the NAMI - St. Louis office 1750 South Brentwood * Suite 511 * St. Louis, MO 63144 * (314)962-4670 or visit www.namistl.org
  If you would like to know more about volunteering or you have an auction item you would like to donate...please contact Jenn Radman (314) 686-4500 or jradman@amgcorporateoffices.com

• BOARD MEETING with St. Louis County Executive Charlie A. Dooley
  Wednesday, June 2, 2010 ~ from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
  Charlie Dooley's Office
  41 South Central 9th floor ~ Charlie A. Dooley's Conference Room
  Clayton, MO 63105
  $15.00 per person includes a boxed lunch
  Join us for our annual luncheon and board meeting with Charlie A. Dooley. Mr. Dooley will be presenting a proclamation to salute the efforts of Dr. Jim Logan, Founder and Chairman of the 'Racing to Read Charitable Foundation' and, Mr. Jim Donahoe, President of the Fisher House ~ St. Louis. An RSVP is mandatory to Joanie Bengston at jbengston@charter.net no later than NOON on Tuesday, June 1st. A boxed lunch of $15.00 per person.

• National Alliance on Mental Illness - NAMI Walks for the Mind of America
  Saturday, May 29, 2010 - Registration 8:00 AM; Walk Start 9:00 AM
  Upper Muny Parking Lot in Forest Park
  Team: AMG Corporate Offices - Sign up under Jennifer or Barbie by clicking on one of the links. www.nami.org/namiwalks10/STL/radman
   www.nami.org/namiwalks10/STL/barbie
  Contact Jennifer Radman - jradman@amgcorporateoffices.com or Barbie Linton blinton73@hotmail.com 618.806.8549
  Someone once told me… If you are not part of the cure, then you are part of the problem…
  NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the largest education, support and advocacy organization that serves the needs of all those whose lives are touched by these illnesses.  This includes persons with mental illness, their families, friends, employers, the law enforcement community and policy makers.  The NAMI organization is composed of approximately 1100 local affiliates, 50 state offices and a national office.
  The goals of the NAMI Walks program are: to fight the stigma that surrounds mental illness, to build awareness of the fact that the mental health system in this country needs to be improved, and to raise funds for NAMI so that they can continue their mission.
  NAMI is a 501(c)3 charity and any donation you make to support my participation in this event is tax deductible.  NAMI has been rated by Worth magazine as among the top 100 charities "most likely to save the world" and has been given an "A" rating by The American Institute of Philanthropy for efficient and effective use of charitable dollars.

• 3rd Annual Safe & Sound Concert
  Thursday, April 22nd @ 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM)
  Sheldon Theatre
  $20.00 donation includes light appetizers and cash bar
  Enjoy a musical concert, showcasing local talent, to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault in the St. Louis community. For more information, go to www.safeandsoundstl.net or www.supportvictims.org

• St. Patrick's Day Parade Gathering
  Saturday, March 13th, 2:30ish (right after parade)
  Venue: Hot Shots (downtown - upstairs...right next the the Broadway Oyster Bar)
       http://www.hotshotsnet.com/locations_downtown.html (location)
  Cost: Free
  All 1904 members, friends & guests are welcome to join us upstairs after the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Drink green beer, taste amazing Corn Beef and Cabbage,  network with 1904 friends and show your IRISH PRIDE~ For more information about the St. Patrick's Day Parade ~ St. Louis visit http://www.irishparade.org/

• 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation Annual Holiday Party ~ "Keep These Families Warm!"
  Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 - 6:00 PM
  Jefferson Grill in Kirkwood ~ www.jeffersongrill.com
  127 W. Jefferson Ave., Kirkwood, MO 314.966.2001
  $25.00 donation to benefit The Women's Safe House www.twsh.org
  View map...
  Get your party shoes on and dance to music while mingling with Santa. Great entertainment by Mike Farmer, great food donated by Paul Cartier (owner of Jefferson Grill), cash bar and a fun raffle.  This is a great time to catch up with old friends and make new ones while you donate to a worthy cause.
  This year we are supporting the Women's Safe House, a home designed to house abused women and their children during the recovery process.
  They need "slightly worn" or NEW hats, coats, gloves and scarves. Or, new undies for all. Sizes from babies to adults, both men and women as they house mothers with their children. Please bring ANY donation...Unwrapped.  Contact Rae Cardwell at cardies@sbcglobal.net .

• 1904's 'Annual Board Member Holiday Gala'
  Friday, December 4th, 2009 ~ 7 - 11 pm
  Black-tie optional
  $25 Donation (includes membership/renewal)
  Bring your favorite hors d'oeuvres to share (main course & beverages provided)
  Joanie Bengston, our VP-Events, will be joining Bob Bess again for our 7th annual Holiday Gala to give recognition to all the 'core group members' who truly make a difference in supporting our foundation's goals. We were so packed December-2008 that we have officially outgrown the Cabanne' House. Cicardi and Susan Bruce will generously host our Gala! RSVP required Joanie Bengston  at jbengston@charter.net
  Directions...

• The Foundation for Children with Cancer ~ 3rd Annual Mystery Murder Event
  Friday, November 13th ~ 6:30 PM
  The Tenderloin Room ~ The Chase Park Plaza, St. Louis
  $55.00 Single Ticket ~ $100.00 Couple (Includes food, beverage and valet parking)
  Join us for mysterious fun at the Deadwood Poker Tournament Party. Western attire is highly encouraged! For more information, visit the website at www.childrenwithcancer.org or call 314.843.9300.

• Veterans' Day Celebration ~ Honor America's Greatest Heroes
  Wednesday, November 11th ~ 6:00 pm (Entertainment begins @ 7PM)
  Matterhorn Room in Low Rise Hotel
  191 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 (314.878.1500)
  NO COVER CHARGE ~ Open to the Public
  Please mark your calendar for our Veteran's Day Celebration with our Guest of Honor: Jim Donahoe, President of Fisher House of St. Louis. The evening will include a Las Vegas Style Show by St. Louis Entertainer, Mike Farmer. Mike will be highlighting the LEGENDS of the music industry! There will be complimentary snacks, cash bar, special raffle, auction, 50/50 drawing and lots of fun. Complimentary parking under the hotel with a validated ticket! SPONSORED BY: Fisher House of St. Louis, U.S. Marine Corps League Color Guards, Sheraton Hotels of St. Louis, and the STL 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation! E-mail or call Rich Pisani for more information richpisani1904@yahoo.com or 314.952.2640. 

  • The Fisher House offers a free hotel room for families and friends visiting someone dear to them and who is in our local VA Hospital. It's currently being built on the campus of the Veterans Hospital near the JB Bridge for a total cost of $5,000,000. As you know, we hosted the 'Memorial Day Salute' at Harrah's Casino to help them in their fundraising and awareness efforts.For a personal visit with their local Director of Fundraising, Jim Donahoe, (who is also the former Chief of the 184 VA  Hospital Canteen's in the U.S. and one of our newest board members) you can contact him at  314-973-0012 or donahoejb@hotmail.com.Their site is: www.fisherhouseinstl.org

• Memorial Day Salute
  Sponsored by The 1904 World’s Fair Charitable Foundation
  Date:  Monday, May 25, 2009
  Location: Harrah's St. Louis Casino Voodoo Lounge, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
  Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  Admission:  No charge.
  Refreshments:  Harrah's Casino will provide discounted beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and provide selected appetizers specially priced at $2. (Dave Witte, Harrah’s Executive Host 314-770-7762)
  Entertainment:  Provided by Michael Farmer (314-845-1932)
  Salute:  This event honors those who gave their lives, those who currently serve and all those who have served in defense of our country. For additional information contact Rich Pisani at 314-952-2640

• FAMILY DAY...'105 Anniversary of the 1904 World's Fair' (FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY)
  Sunday, May 17, 2009 ~ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  World's Fair Pavilion in Forest Park
  Step back to a simpler time in St. Louis history and help us support Forest Park's Floral Conservancy's beautification program. Why??? Because flowers just look better! (That's their motto)!
  The festivities will be located at the World's Fair Pavilion (on top of Government Hill across from the Zoo's Flight Cage). Join us for a celebration of bygone days of fun, food and activities for all the family to enjoy. You and your guests will savor the traditional 1904 World's Fair treats, old-fashioned games, music, entertainment and attendance prizes. Bring the family to participate in games such as the washer toss, ring-the-bottle, tic-tac-toe, color wheel, ball and water-balloon toss, sack races and much more.
  Tickets are $10 each. Girl Scouts with ID will be admitted for $5.00 and have the opportunity to earn credit for their "Meet Me in St. Louis" Merit badge. ALL Proceeds will be donated to the Flora Conservancy!
  For purchase information ...contact Barb O'Loughlin, Event Chairman, at barbostmo@aol.com or if you would like to join her committee! Please provide your name, contact information and number of tickets!
  Click here to Pay using PayPal

• 2009 'Children are Golden Golf Classic'
  Tuesday, May 12th, 2009 ~ Forest Park Golf Course
  Registration ~ 10:30 AM
  Lunch ~ 11 AM
  Shotgun Start ~ Noon
  Cocktail Reception ~ 5 - 7:30 PM (silent and live auction)
  This year we have partnered with another charity, The Foundation for Children with Cancer! Renee Verhoff is the President, and has most aspects of the tournament handled and we (1904) are going to aid and support their efforts to raise money for this GREAT CAUSE!  Contact Renee Verhof at 314.843.9300 for more information or to help with the tournament.
  Click here to read more and purchase tickets...

• Annual 'Automobile & Motorcycle Show'
  July 19th, 2009,  Noon - 5
  Vehicle registration from 9 - noon! Join us at the World's Fair Pavilion at Forest Park. You can enter your "antique" car/motorcycle or your "current day" car/motorcycle.  This event is great fun for individuals and families with children. Food/beverage, music and entertainment is available. As always, Doc Logan has agreed to set up for his 6th Annual Show. Proceeds will benefit "Racing to Read Charitable Foundation" promoting literacy education. Contact one of the Event Chairmen, Doc Jim Logan at doclogan7@cs.com ~ 314.276.7822 OR John Walsh shredman1904@yahoo.com ~ 314.568.3612.
   

• 'St. Patty's Day Parade & Party'~Theme...Eat, Drink and "Be IRISH for One Day Party"
  Saturday, March 14, 2009 ~ 11AM - 3PM
  Meet us at HOT SHOTS Bar/Restaurant in Downtown St. Louis ~ Upstairs in the Private Room
  Due to the St. Louis Fire Code...we are limited to 50 attendees only; So, first RSVP, first served! Wear something green, bring something green and get green beer with us. The 5k Irish run starts at 9 AM, the parade starts at noon, and the Irish Village is open to party 'till 6 PM in Kiener Plaza. Raffle and 50/50 to benefit the UFO Mardi Gras' 'fund'! We will also have an IRISH JIG contest and lots of green!
  Hot Shots
  730 S. Broadway (1 block east of White Castle and next to the Broadway Oyster Bar)
  Downtown St. Louis, MO
  314-436-7711
  RSVP to Rich Pisani richpisani1904@yahoo.com or 314-952-2640! Contact Barb O'Laughlin, Event Chairman, at barbostmo@aol.com if you would like to join her committee.

• St. Louis County Executive, Charlie A. Dooley 'Luncheon & Board Meeting'
  Wednesday, March 4, 2009 from 11:30 am ~ 1:30 pm
  We have reserved the conference room with Charlie A. Dooley, our St. Louis County Executive and 1904 Foundation 'Honorary Co-Chairman', for our annual meeting with him (this date may change due to Mr. Dooley's busy schedule, so keep your eye on your e-mails and check the site often). We will be recognizing veteran News Anchor, Rick Edlund, who has been on the news in St. Louis since 1985 and a Charter Member of our foundation. As you will recall, Rick and Susan Wilson Solovic, along with Mike Stroot from Technisonic Studios, donated the 6-minute video (that you can see from this web site) that launched our new foundation and the effort that helped raise the initial $600,000.00 for the Grand Basin Fountains in Forest Park below Art Hill. Because of this thrust, we continue to raise money for the Forest Park 'beautification program' and other local charities because of the initial help of Rick Edlund. The COST is $15.00 at the door for a box lunch and beverage. Contact Rich Pisani at richpisani1904@yahoo.com  or 314.952.2640.

• Cocktail & Hor's d'oeuvres Party ~ Harrah's Casino & Hotel
  Saturday, February 28th, 2009 ~ 5 PM to 7 PM
  Hosted by: Dave Witte and the Executive Host Team of Harrah's Casino & Hotel
  You and a friend are invited to join us for a 'Cocktail and Hor's d'oeuvres Party' as special guests of Dave Witte and Harrah's. You will all be welcome to stay and enjoy yourselves after the event is over.
  A special offer of a discounted rate of $75 is available to attendees for a hotel room that evening...(retail room rate value is $225). Limited room availability, only available for 2/28/09. Non-transferable for deluxe standard room and for one invited guest. Management reserves the right to change or alter offer or promotion.
  Mandatory RSVP no later than Monday, February 23rd at 314.770.7762

• 'Mardi Gras Parade' ~ The 1904 World's Fair (Float Theme)
  Saturday, February 21, 2009, 9:00 am (streets close early...so be there on time)
  The parade starts at 11AM and ends @ 1 ish. We will be meeting at the St. Louis Carriage Company (1000 Cerre St., St. Louis, MO 63102...click here for map) next to Al Hrabosky's behind Busch Stadium. We have 2 horse-drawn carriages, a horse drawn trolley, a 1904 themed float, and plenty of wheel-walking positions available.  The proposed entry fee to be in our parade is $35 in advance and $45 at the event...for fun, food, and all the beads you can throw. We will provide some food, beverages, and a place to party. Bring a guest and a snack & beverage to share if you want something specific. To pay in advance...you can either pay using PAY PAL or mail your checks to the 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation, c/o Sean Clancy - Treasurer, 1610 Des Peres Rd., Des Peres, MO 63131.  Contact Jennifer  Radman @ 314.686.4650 or e-mail jradman@amgcorporateoffices.com

• UFO's Informational HAPPY HOUR
  Thursday, January 22nd, 5:30 - 9:00
  You and a guest or more are invited to join the UFO's (Under Forty Organization) for a Happy Hour at CJ MUGGS in Clayton. Several of the UFO board members will be present to talk to you about the charity and what we are all about. You will also be able to take home an informational page about the UFO's and discuss the Mardi Gras Parade and all of the fun we will have. We are looking forward to seeing you there!
  CJ Muggs ~ 200 S. Central, Clayton, MO 63105 VIEW MAP or call for directions 314.727.1908

• Party to benifit Kids Community Closet and the Back to School Store
  Thursday, November 20, 2008 - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
  Join us at the NEW Cafe' Napoli 2UE at the intersection of 141 and Clayton Rd. for a night of cocktails and appetizers. Please go to the following link to register
  http://www.doubleknot.com/Registration/CalendarDetail.asp?ActivityKey=477875&OrgKey=925

• NAMI - St. Louis (National Alliance on Mental Illness) 30th Anniversary Celebration
  Sunday, November 16, 2008 - 5:30 pm - Marriot St. Louis West
  This year’s award winners include the Pearl Anniversary Award, Howard Henderson; the Mortimer Goodman Award & Exemplary Psychiatrist Awards, Azfar Malik, M.D.; Outstanding Corporate Award AstraZeneca and Outstanding Civic Leader Award, Karl Wilson, Ph.D.  For tickets or more information, please call Carolyn Pirkle 966.4670.
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• Open House ~ AMG Corporate Offices-Des Peres
  Thursday, November 13, 2008 - 4 pm
  1610 Des Peres Rd. Suite 150 - Des Peres, MO 63131
  314.686.4500 o; 314.6864602 f; www.amgcorporateofficesdesperes.com
  You and your company/guests are invited to help us celebrate the new expansion of our Executive Office Suites and Business Center. The Ribbon-cutting ceremony will begin at 4 pm with the St. Louis County Executive, Charlie A. Dooley, followed by a networking HAPPY HOUR until 7 pm with the 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation and the Kirkwood-Des Peres Chambers. Noodles & Co. will be providing the food. Please join us and bring your friends!

• 1904/U.F.O. 'Martini-Madness'
  Scheduled for Wednesday, April 16th, 2008 from 6:30 ~ 10 pm at Peppertini's Piano Bar & Grill (79 Forum Ctr. Chesterfield, MO NW corner of Olive & 141 next to Paul Manno's and across from Dierberg's). A $20 entry fee includes a 1-yr membership, complimentary passed hors d'oeuvres & martini's with music, dancing & cash bar! This event is co-chaired by Jennifer Radman & Chris Schmidt.  Contact Jennifer at radman7414@att.net  or 314.686.6UFO (6836). VIEW INVITATION

• Annual Governor Matt Blunt Trip
  Wednesday, April 9th, 2008, 7 AM ~
  Visit with Governor Matt Blunt, Lt. Governor Peter Kinder, State Rep. Vicki Schneider &  Senator Tom Dempsey. MO Proclamations will be given to 'Munchkin' Mickey Carroll, Diana Francis and Thomas Currier who will be joining our 1904 Foundation's "Honorary Advisory Board."
  RSVP's are required to attend this event to Joanie Bengston at jbengston@charter.net by no later than April 7th...she will need full and proper names for the State Capitol Building 'Security Guards.'
  We will meet at Chesterfield Mall to 'car pool' at 7 AM on April 9th at the CLOSED Bahama Breeze Restaurant across from Dillard's. We will depart promptly at 7:10 AM and meet at the Governor's Office at the State Capitol in Jeff City promptly at 9:45 AM. We will head back to St. Louis around noon and return around 3 PM if we stop for a quick bite to eat on the way.  Contact Rich Pisani at richpisani1904@yahoo.com  or 314.952.2640. RSVP jbengston@charter.net

• Institute for Family Medicine Awards Banquet
  Scheduled for Saturday, September 15, 2007 at the Airport Hilton Hotel. Our 1904 World's Fair Charitable Foundation, which is a co-sponsor for this event, invites you to make nominations for these awards which will be presented to those that are selected for having made the most notable and unselfish contributions to the improvement of their community's  health. Nominations of individuals, groups or organizations can come from any of the following categories: government/political, health care organizations, media, not-for-profit or faith based organizations or an individual citizen who goes above and beyond expectations to provide services to the poor and disadvantaged. Please e-mail your nominations to the founder of the Institute of Family Medicine, Dr. David Campbell at docdave52@aol.com or 314.602.8613.

• "Lou Brock Golf Classic" & Auction
  During the 2007 Golf Classic, the net proceeds totaled $45,000.00 to be split equally between the Lou Brock Foundation and the Institute for Family Medicine. The Lou Brock Foundation provides annual scholarships totaling over $20,000.00 to needy graduating high school students in their pursuit of higher education.  The Institute for Family Medicine gives free health care to over 40,000 individuals in the St. Louis Region who cannot afford health insurance.  Contact Golf Classic Chairman Rob Mitchell at rmitchel@cbgundaker.com or 314.283.3257. 

• Time Capsule Ceremony with Mayor Francis Slay
  Scheduled for Monday, April 30, 2007. We will meet at the Southeast corner of the World's Fair Pavilion at "Windows to the World." The media along with all of our foundation's members will be invited to witness this historic ceremony. Mayor Slay will unveil a Missouri Red Granite Monument, donated by Architectural Stone, Inc.   The monument is the host for two documents that have been etched in steel by Metal Masters, Inc. to withstand the test of time for at least 100 years. Permanently adorning the top of the monument is the Proclamation from the Office of Mayor Francis Slay. Enduringly, the face of the monument will house the instructions that will be delivered to the St. Louis University Archive Department regarding the details of archiving and displaying three time capsules. These capsules contain memorabilia from the 1904 World's Fair, as well as memorabilia from the Celebratory events that took place in Forest Park in the year 2004. 
  Stay tuned for the exact ceremony time. Contact Rob Mitchell at rmitchel@cbgundaker.com or 314.283.3257.

• Lou Brock Foundation Fundraiser & Rich's Birthday Celebration
  Scheduled for Saturday, March 3, 2007 from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM  at the Casaloma Ballroom located at 3354 Iowa in South St. Louis, MO 63118 or call 314.664.8000. The donation at the door is $19.04 and includes a live "Rock-N-Roll" banc and catered buffet from The Pasta House, Co....a cash bar is available. The dress code is high-end casual...NO GIFTS please. Our charity would like to thank Lou Brock, a St. Louis Legend & Baseball Hall-of-Famer and his wife, the Reverend Jacqueline Brock for supporting our organization's efforts and becoming the new co-chairs of our foundation's Honorary Advisory Board. We will also celebrate Rich Pisani's 60th Birthday at this event.  Contact Rae Cardwell at rcardwell@buschsgrove.com 314.409.4666