October 2015 Marketing and Design Events
Get ready for a busy month. October is packed with parties, conferences, luncheons and happy hours – and yes, even a new monthly “Coloring Club.” Check out our list of marketing and design events in St. Louis this month:
October 8, 2015
Avatar Studios Open House Party
4 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Avatar Studios
Check out Avatar’s newly remodeled offices, and of course enjoy free snacks and drinks. RSVP on Facebook.
City in a Jar’s Coloring Club
6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Urban Chestnut in the Grove
Each month, local blogger Jessica Leitch will host a Coloring Club gathering featuring a design from a local artist. This month’s design is by Julie Hill. The event is free, and colored pencils and crayons will be provided. RSVP on Eventbrite.
October 9, 2015
Gateway to the Future: A St. Louis Young Professionals Summit
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Missouri History Museum
Now in its third year, this half-day summit will feature noted St. Louisans who will discuss leading themes impacting St. Louis and young people today. This one-of-a-kind event will include opportunities for young professionals to learn, network and get involved within their community. RSVP at Eventbrite.
October 10-11, 2015
MasterCard Masters of Code St. Louis
CIC at 4240 Duncan Ave
Coders have become the world’s newest artisans. Just as master builders were essential for the creation of a business 400 years ago, Coders are needed for everything from website creation to server maintenance and developing new in-house platforms. MasterCard’s Masters of Code competition features developers, designers and entrepreneurs using the MasterCard APIs to create prototypes to demonstrate artful coding and design skills, while articulating clear business cases. Learn more about the competition (and prizes!) at Eventbrite.
October 13, 2015
Crisis Communications: Perspectives on Race Relations
7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum
In the spirit of Diversity Awareness Month, PRSA’s October meeting will offer perspective on how our profession handles situations that are based on clashes of culture, race, lifestyle and gender. The panel discussion will be moderated by Reena Hajat Carroll, MSW, Executive Director of Diversity Awareness Partnership with panelists Denise Bentele, President of Common Ground Public Relations, Johnny Little, President of eLittle Communications Group, and social media expert Liz Sharpe-Taylor. Advanced registration is required, so head over to PRSA St. Louis to get tickets.
October 14, 2015
Ad Club Pints and Pros Happy Hour
5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Urban Chestnut in the Grove
Join AdClub STL underneath the changing leaves and cooling temperatures at Urban Chestnut in The Grove. They’ll be featuring Once Films and their project “The Spotlight Series”, which celebrates the unique craftsmanship of passionate, artisan business owners with an entrepreneurial spirit in the St. Louis Community. Admission is free, and the first 100 people get a free beer ticket. RSVP on Facebook.
Shriners Hospitals for Children Project Tour and Happy Hour
4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at Shriners Hospitals for Children and Triumph Grill
Join SMPS for a tour of the new $50 million Shriners Hospital for Children, dedicated to education, research and to providing the highest quality care to children with a variety of healthcare needs. After the tour, head over to Triumph Grill for happy hour. Visit the SMPS website for more information.
October 15, 2015
Lead Your Industry: The 8 Steps For Turning Your Expertise Into Influence
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Maggiano’s Little Italy
Creating original content is the vehicle to position your brand as a leading authority in your industry. However, effective content marketing is a challenge. At AMA’s monthly luncheon, Matt Kamp, Director of Strategic Partnerships with Influence & Co., will cover the 8 steps to effectively building your brand’s influence using content marketing. Register on AMA’s website.
Craftoberfest
4 p.m. – 10 p.m. at Urban Chestnut in Midtown
One of our favorite fall traditions, the lantern-lit outdoor market returns to Urban Chestnut with local craft beer, live music, and some of the best handmade goods and vintage finds St. Louis has to offer. Find more information on Facebook.
October 16, 2015
Art:314 Silent Auction, Loud Party
8 p.m. – Midnight. at the Contemporary Art Museum
Back for a second year, CAM’s silent auction features work from more than 40 local artists. After the auction, the evening continues with a DJ, open bar, and dance party. The event benefits the Museum’s annual celebration of local artists — Open Studios STL — and the Front Room exhibition series, highlighting national emerging artists. Visit their website to purchase tickets.
October 17, 2015
Boozart
6 p.m. – Midnight at Koken Art Factory
Boozart is a combination of “spirits-inspired” visual artists, mixologists, unique beverages and entertainment from around the St. Louis area. Right now, you can get tickets for $10 with the code “Boozart,” or pay $15 at the door. Find more information on Facebook.
Ongoing
Venture Cafe St. Louis
Every Thursday 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the @4240 Building in the Cortex Innovation District
Each week, innovators and entrepreneurs gather for conversations and scheduled programming aimed to inspire. Visit their website for more information.
A Walk in 1875 St. Louis
Missouri History Museum
Compton & Dry’s “Pictorial St. Louis” – drawn in 1875 and published in 1876 – is regarded as one of the most amazing city maps ever created. Using this incredibly detailed cartographic masterpiece as its backdrop, the Missouri History Museum developed A Walk in 1875 St. Louis, a 6,000 square-foot exhibition that explores the collective life of 1875 St. Louis through photographs, artifacts, news, writings and first-hand accounts of the day. Learn more on the History Museum’s website.
