August 2025
Events and Features
Live Entertainment & Special Events Calendar
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Lovely Magic With Magic Amanda (FREE)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST, 8:30P - 9:00P
Every 1st Friday of the Month
Featured Show (Magic Solo)
Amanda Lindsey — AKA Magic Amanda
You’ve seen Amanda Lindsey on Penn & Teller: Fool Us on The CW, where she amazed with her original magic. Based in St. Louis, Amanda is a nationally recognized magician who’s performed coast to coast—from New York to Las Vegas—bringing high-energy, interactive shows that captivate all ages.
She’s a familiar face on St. Louis TV, appearing with Tim Ezell, Chelsea Haynes, Paige Hulsey, Angella Sharpe, Patrick Clark, and Rene Knott. Amanda’s viral social media magic has earned international recognition, and she’s featured on top radio shows and podcasts.
Amanda’s performances range from close-up magic to full stage shows and team-building events. Plus, she donates a percentage of every booking and proceeds from Facebook goes to animal charities.
For unforgettable magic and good vibes, follow @magicamanda87 on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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Craft Night (FREE or $15)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6TH, 5:00P - 10:00P
Come anytime on the 1st Wednesday of the month to do a free vision board activity to put your goals on paper, cut out of old magazines, and/or pay $15 for a personal paint kit that you keep to pick from an assortment of plates/glasses to paint from and take home! Open to all ages. Drink fancy drinks & teas, while kicking in your creative side!
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Stanley Coleman
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9TH, 8:00P - 9:00P
Atmospheric Music (Solo Sax)
Stanley Coleman was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He studied Music Education at Webster College. He taught within the St. Louis Public School system for 40 years. Over the span of his career, Mr. Coleman has been honored for his teaching excellence and enthusiasm, as well as his professional and community endeavors.
Mr. Coleman has directed award winning jazz bands, collaborated with numerous musical virtuosos including Bobby Watson, Hamiet Blewitt, JD Parren, Quincy Troupe, John Clayton, Regina Carter, Sean Jones, Keyon Harrold, Dr. Ronald Carter, Arthur “Mississippi” Williams, and Donald Harrison among countless others. He has volunteered his time and provided instruction and mentoring in a variety of St. Louis community programs that have promoted youth development in music, particularly in the proliferation of jazz and blues.
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Emma Gass (FREE)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH, 8:00P - 9:00P
Atmospheric Music (Vocal Solo)
A singer born and raised in the Greater St. Louis Area, Emma enjoys creating a romantic ambiance singing sensual blues and soul. Emma draws musical inspiration from Christina Aguilera, Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Tracy chapman, Nina Simone among many others and genres. Emma is ever improving her craft and will never stop singing. Whether it’s as a background choir at an arena, a singer at a quiet coffee shop on a Sunday morning, or a sandwich shop, you’ll find Emma sharing her talent. She’s currently working on original, pop soul music to publish on Spotify. Connect with Emma on Instagram (emmarosegass) and Facebook (Emma Gass) about an opportunity to perform next.
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Amber Marie (FREE)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22ND, 8:00P - 9:00P
Atmospheric Music (Vocal/Guitar Solo)
Amber Marie is a local soft tempo acoustic guitarist and vocalist. She loves music and feels a strong sense of responsibility to share it with others.
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GAME NIGHT: Pictionary & Charades
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27TH, 7:00P - 9:00P
Various Wednesdays at Luvwoo Bar (12965 Olive Blvd., 63141) we will host a free, open to all, just for fun, game night featuring specific and different games each time. See below for dates and which specific games.
August 27th: Pictionary & Charades
October 22nd: Scattegories
December 24th: Catan
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Katarra Parson
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29TH, 8:30P - 9:00P
Featured Show (Solo Vocal/Keys)
Katarra is a St. Louis-born singer, songwriter, and pianist fusing Soul, Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Classical into a genre-defying sound. Known for her soulful vocals and improvisational fire, she’s captivated audiences from III Points in Miami to opening for Boyz II Men. Her debut project Cocoa Voyage highlights her raw storytelling and unique voice as a composer and performer.
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Paint & Tea ($20)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 30TH, 5:00P - 7:00P
Come relax in the late afternoon and get your own paint kit you keep, pick from an assortment of glasses/plates, and paint your heart out. Then also partake and drink from a choice of fancy teas. A relaxed, laid back, and artsy time. Family friendly. Come and go as you please. $20 each person to participate. Please RSVP so we can get a head count with the below email.
Free Repeating Community Events
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Weekly Wednesday Beginner Mixology & Bartender Training
Every week on Wednesday from 5:15P - 6:00P, learn how to mix drinks and use various bar tools like a professional bartender. This is targeted at beginners. This is free, but we ask that you purchase something during this happy hour timeframe to support the venue! You must be age 21+.
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Weekly Thursday Relationship & Divorce Support Group
Every week on Thursday from 5:15P - 6:00P, we host a general support group for anyone going through divorce/separation/relationship issues. This is to help people talk through what’s going on and to know that they are not alone in what they are going through. This is just an open forum get together and discussion. This is free, but we ask that you purchase something during this happy hour timeframe to support the venue! This is open to all ages.
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Weekly Thursday & Sunday Open Stage (Karaoke/Open Mic) Night
Every week on Thursday and Sunday from 7:00P - 12:00A, we host an open stage night. This mixes open mic and karaoke all into one event. Basically whatever goes on stage, just let us know what you want to do. Original content is great. Vulgarity is also allowed. 1 song at a time or 5 minutes. Go again once it is your turn in the rotation. We have all gear/instruments on site, please limit equipment and set-up time. All acts and ages welcome. This is free, but we ask that you purchase something to support the venue!
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Weekly Friday Legal & Business Q&A
Every week on Friday from 5:15P - 6:00P, we host a Q&A session with a lawyer for any related legal/business questions. This is to help people talk through situations and any ideas/issues they may have. Note that this is in a group setting, so is not private or confidential, or guaranteed legal representation in any way. This is free, but we ask that you purchase something to support the venue! This is open to all ages.
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Weekly Saturday Beginner Mandarin Chinese Lesson
Every week on Saturday from 5:15P - 6:00P, we teach basic beginner Chinese Mandarin for general speaking. This is for people that have basically no exposure to the Chinese language and would like to start learning. Each week covers different topics based on who is there and their interests. This is free, but we ask that you purchase something to support the venue! This is open to all ages.
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Weekly Sunday Alcohol Tasting & Knowledge
Every week on Sunday from 5:15P - 6:00P, we host an educational alcohol tasting to teach you about different alcohols and to try them. Each week will be a different alcohol based on who comes and their interests. We recommend eating something before hand. This is free, but we ask that you purchase something to support the venue! You must be age 21+.
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Weekly Thursday & Sunday Open Stage (Karaoke/Open Mic) Night
Every week on Thursday and Sunday from 7:00P - 12:00A, we host an open stage night. This mixes open mic and karaoke all into one event. Basically whatever goes on stage, just let us know what you want to do. Original content is great. Vulgarity is also allowed. 1 song at a time or 5 minutes. Go again once it is your turn in the rotation. We have all gear/instruments on site, please limit equipment and set-up time. All acts and ages welcome. This is free, but we ask that you purchase something to support the venue!
This Month’s Featured Spots
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Michael LaRue
FEATURED ARTIST (Art On Display)
I started out as an amateur photographer in high school. After I purchased my first REAL 35 MM camera (Argus C-3 from a downtown pawn shop) I was ready to start serious photography. I subscribed to the magazines Modern and Popular Photography and consumed every month's article. I walked around everywhere with my camera snapping everything my teen eyes could see. Although I did enjoy photographing people I developed a very keen interest in buildings, old architecture, and scenic images in the parks our family lived close to (Carondelet and Wilmore).
In my Junior year of High School, the opportunity of being a staff photographer came up with our high school's newspaper, The Orange & Blue. Fast forward to my Senior year I became Photo Editor and by the time I graduated from high school I knew which direction I wanted to go. I immediately enrolled in photography and music classes in college. I absolutely loved each and every music, art and photography class that I took. As I continued my studies, I freelanced as a wedding photographer while fine tuning my growing passion of art photography. Eventually I went on to a career as an Assistant Medical Photographer at Washington University.
In the past several years as an artist, my photography has been seen and on exhibit at several local art galleries, art shows and public libraries as well as private cafes, coffee houses and restaurants. -
Dan C. Roth
FEATURED POET (Poem In Menu)
"Keeping original music with classic vibes well alive." Dan had a strong alt-rock influence, starting on guitar and vocals as a kid in the mid-90’s, and began his love of 60’s and other vintage music in high school in Y2K. He released his first music in 2016 at age 30 as Daniel C. Roth but has since updated his artist name to Dan C. Roth in 2023. Dan began writing his “Soul Poetry” around 2023 as well.
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Ashley Dawn
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER (Photo In Menu)
Hi, I’m Ashley, the owner of Ashley Dawn Photography, based in St. Charles, MO. I specialize in family portraiture including maternity, newborn, and senior photography with a focus on raw, emotive storytelling. My sessions take place across the greater St. Louis area, from intimate in-home settings to my cozy studio space in St. Charles. My love for photography began in childhood, inspired by my mother, an artist herself. But it wasn’t until I became a mother that my work truly took shape. Capturing everyday moments with my own children (sleepy hair, messy fingers, quiet cuddles) reminded me how powerful simple images can be. That is the viewpoint I bring to every session. I aim to create photographs that are more than portraits, they are time capsules. My work is about movement, emotion, and the fleeting beauty of real life. I want families to look at their images and feel something: connection, nostalgia, love.
See what you missed This
Month In the Below Photos
Featured Artwork by Michael Larue
Featured Poem by Poet Dan C. Roth
“Art Is LIke a Tree”
Art is like a tree -
Everyone enjoys the flowers…
But the roots know a different story
Of struggle and persistence
Which grew the tree,
Which grew the branches,
Which grew the flowers
For all to enjoy
