Remembered for her irreverent humor, wit and her must-see Blueberry Hill windows adorning the Delmar Loop for 40 years, Linda Edwards died February 15. According to the family’s obituary, she grew up in the Skinker DeBaliviere neighborhood and attended St. Roch’s School. She met her husband Joe in 1972. Together
When the City of St. Louis, its elected officials and employees, and neighborhood volunteers come together, great things happen. Case in point: the transformation of the parking lot at the corner of Skinker and Westminster Place. The lot is now sporting a newly-repaired and painted wrought iron fence; 18 freshly-planted
Occasionally, books have a way of tapping into emotional wells that surprise us. My Friends by Fredrik Backman did just that for me. This book did an amazing job of gently pulling me back and forth between the author’s story and my own. If you’ve read other novels by this
Neighborhood Connector, Postman and So Much More Who walks or drives almost daily the 6000 and 6100 blocks of Waterman, McPherson, Kingsbury and Westminster wearing a blue uniform, carrying a large satchel and sporting a wide grin and a bushy beard? Usually it is Chad Wallace, the neighborhood mail carrier
The only thing better than fireworks is making them with your kids! All you need are cardboard, red, white and blue chalk, scissors and pencils or any fun writing instrument. Steps 1 and 2 Cut out circle or star shapes for the shape of each firework. Older kids can cut
As our neighborhood is getting new playground equipment, it made me think about the importance of play but especially about the time children spend outdoors – playing. Have you wondered about how much time your children spend outside? Do they get this opportunity at their school? When they get home
May 11, 2026 Editor’s Note: Meetings are held the second Monday every month at 7 p.m. at the Community Council office at 6008 Kingsbury Avenue. May meeting highlights appear below. Visit https://www.skinkerd.com/meeting-minutes for complete meeting minutes and announcements. Highlights Council President (Mike Stephens, Parkview) Council Offices Lease — The Skinker-DeBaliviere
A small core of people can get a lot done. The neighborhood playground at Four Corners has been falling into disrepair — its equipment worn by a generation of kids who are now parents themselves. Neighbors noticed and decided to do something. Greg Freeman Park at Four Corners has long
The TempestShakespeare Glen in Forest Park8:15 p.m., May 27 – June 21https://stlshakes.org/production/the-tempest-2/ Juneteenth in the Loop FestivalDelmar Loop June 13https://visittheloop.com/events/juneteenth-celebration/ Levitt Vibe Concert SeriesPhillip Lucier Park 3 to 7 p.m.; June 14 and 28, July 12 and 26https://delmarmainstreetstl.com/levitt-vibe/ Muny 2026 seasonMuny (Forest Park)June 15 – August 23 https://muny.org/ St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase The Hi-Pointe
Dear Skinker DeBaliviere Neighbors, Grace United Methodist Church (the big stone building on the corner of Skinker and Waterman) is a busy place – and not just on Sundays! Along with worship services, Sunday School classes, children’s activities and small group studies, we offer a variety of opportunities for service,
April showers bring May flowers! On the next rainy day, take a craft break and create your own flowers. You will need: clay, Q-tips, craft paper, scissors, crayons and glue or a hot glue gun. Author Fei Powell
The Des Peres Avenue Pedestrian Bridge, which spans the MetroLink tracks on the south side of Forest Park Parkway, closed for rehabilitation in mid-April. Metro Transit is overseeing the project and expects the bridge to reopen in the fall. The recommended alternative north-south route for pedestrians is Skinker Boulevard using
Change is inevitable, the only thing you can count on are death and taxes, change with the times. As I age, these sayings become more poignant. I have never sought change. I like being comfortable and I admire those who constantly challenge the status quo and are energetic about making
This time has been a true time of contrasts for me. Spring is my favorite time of year, new growth, rebirth, sunshine, and birds singing. Looking forward to how our city and neighborhood come alive with activities during the summer months. Along with that has been the nostalgia of my
May 11, 2026 Editor’s Note: Meetings are held the second Monday every month at 7 p.m. at the Community Council office at 6008 Kingsbury Avenue. May meeting highlights appear below. Visit https://www.skinkerd.com/meeting-minutes for complete meeting minutes and announcements. Highlights Council President (Mike Stephens, Parkview) Council Offices Lease — The Skinker-DeBaliviere
Editor’s Note: Meetings are held the second Monday every month at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Council office at 6008 Kingsbury Avenue. March and April meeting highlights appear below. Visit https://www.skinkerd.com/meeting-minutes for complete meeting minutes and announcements. Alder’s Report (Ald. Shameem Clark-Hubbard) An installation date for new 4-Corners playground equipment