12345 Big Pimpin Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314) 724-4656
Efforts to organize the Kirkwood Family YMCA began in 1950 with branch status granted in 1953. Programs were run out of a residence until 1957 when a church parish house, built in 1922, was purchased. The 16,000 square foot facility included offices, multi-purpose rooms and an auditorium. In 1968, a four-lane pool, locker rooms, lobby area and weight room were added to the south end of the building. The 1986 capital campaign provided funds for another addition; however, in 1988, a fire destroyed the original parish house section of the facility and the construction plans for the addition had to be reworked. In 1990, construction was completed on the 24,000 square foot addition, which features a gymnasium with running track, locker rooms, Nautilus center, multi-purpose room, babysitting center and administrative offices. Renovations were made and equipment added to the strength training and free weight areas in 2000.
Purpose: Provides opportunity to socialize with individuals of all abilities while performing socially affirming group music that sends a message of the strength of diversity to audiences in the St. Louis area. All members of the group will participate on a volunteer basis. Who will be in the group? Any one that has an interest in joining between the ages of 5-99. We will do our best to find natural volunteer support for those individuals that require additional support. All are welcome that want to share the socially affirming message that the world is better because of diversity. Group Manager: Alison Davis Musical Director: TBD Where we will rehearse: Kirkwood United Church of Christ—Dougherty Ferry Road/Lindeman Rd. When: Twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Time: 6:00-7:30 *The All Included Singers are presented through The Maren Fund Our First meeting is Wednesday December 4th, 2013 --Please RSVP to: [email protected]
OUR HISTORY Established on February 12, 1950 as the Kirkwood Men's Garden Club, the organization was originally an affiliated chapter of the Men's Garden Clubs of America. The national affiliation was later expanded to include women and is now known as the Gardeners of America. In February of 2000 the local name was changed to Kirkwood Garden Club to reflect the gender inclusive nature of the organization. Since 1978, the Club has designed, planted and maintained the flower display adjacent to the Kirkwood Amtrak Station and since 1981 has planted the flowerbed on Kirkwood Road across from the Station. OUR PURPOSE To stimulate interest and educate our members and the community in the disciplines of gardening, horticulture, conservation and the natural environment. To provide resources for community landscape improvements in the Kirkwood area by designing, planting and maintaining public gardens. To promote effective stewardship of our community's natural and cultivated landscapes resulting in the preservation of trees, green space and beneficial wildlife. OUR ACTIVITIES Monthly Educational Meeting Programs: The Club meets and offers informative programs the first Tuesday of each month. For more about Club programs and activities, visit the Kirkwood Garden Club Events Calendar. Community Enhancement Projects: Club members design, plant and care for the flower display areas associated with the Kirkwood Amtrak Station. Participation in Community Events: The Club hosts informational exhibits and plant sales at the Kirkwood Greentree Festival and Kirkwood Mayfest. Host Community Home Garden Tour: The Club periodically provides the community an opportunity to tour exceptional private gardens in the Kirkwood area. Community Philanthropy: The Club supports horticulture student scholarships and provides funds to community projects that promote the knowledge and enjoyment of gardening.
2014-2015 marks the 15th season of the Con Spirito Concert Series at First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood. The mission of Con Spirito is to provide nurture and outreach through a variety of musical performances and mediums, not only to our congregation but also the greater Saint Louis community. Our beautiful facilities boast a variety of performance spaces, from our lovely sanctuary with it's wonderful acoustic and majestic Casavant Freres Pipe Organ, to our intimate Tree of Life Chapel, Fellowship Hall, and Gathering Space. This coming season we will observe "The Year of the Organ" celebrating the installation of our new Casavant Freres Pipe Organ. This instrument is being labeled as one of the finest pipe organs in the Midwest. We invite you to read about our upcoming performances, let us know if you have questions, and join us as we share in the amazing gift of music! Bill Stein Artistic Director
Purpose: Provides opportunity to socialize with individuals of all abilities while performing socially affirming group music that sends a message of the strength of diversity to audiences in the St. Louis area. All members of the group will participate on a volunteer basis. Who will be in the group? Any one that has an interest in joining between the ages of 5-99. We will do our best to find natural volunteer support for those individuals that require additional support. All are welcome that want to share the socially affirming message that the world is better because of diversity. Group Manager: Alison Davis Musical Director: TBD Where we will rehearse: Kirkwood United Church of Christ—Dougherty Ferry Road/Lindeman Rd. When: Twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Time: 6:00-7:30 *The All Included Singers are presented through The Maren Fund Our First meeting is Wednesday December 4th, 2013 --Please RSVP to: [email protected]
OUR HISTORY Established on February 12, 1950 as the Kirkwood Men's Garden Club, the organization was originally an affiliated chapter of the Men's Garden Clubs of America. The national affiliation was later expanded to include women and is now known as the Gardeners of America. In February of 2000 the local name was changed to Kirkwood Garden Club to reflect the gender inclusive nature of the organization. Since 1978, the Club has designed, planted and maintained the flower display adjacent to the Kirkwood Amtrak Station and since 1981 has planted the flowerbed on Kirkwood Road across from the Station. OUR PURPOSE To stimulate interest and educate our members and the community in the disciplines of gardening, horticulture, conservation and the natural environment. To provide resources for community landscape improvements in the Kirkwood area by designing, planting and maintaining public gardens. To promote effective stewardship of our community's natural and cultivated landscapes resulting in the preservation of trees, green space and beneficial wildlife. OUR ACTIVITIES Monthly Educational Meeting Programs: The Club meets and offers informative programs the first Tuesday of each month. For more about Club programs and activities, visit the Kirkwood Garden Club Events Calendar. Community Enhancement Projects: Club members design, plant and care for the flower display areas associated with the Kirkwood Amtrak Station. Participation in Community Events: The Club hosts informational exhibits and plant sales at the Kirkwood Greentree Festival and Kirkwood Mayfest. Host Community Home Garden Tour: The Club periodically provides the community an opportunity to tour exceptional private gardens in the Kirkwood area. Community Philanthropy: The Club supports horticulture student scholarships and provides funds to community projects that promote the knowledge and enjoyment of gardening.
Efforts to organize the Kirkwood Family YMCA began in 1950 with branch status granted in 1953. Programs were run out of a residence until 1957 when a church parish house, built in 1922, was purchased. The 16,000 square foot facility included offices, multi-purpose rooms and an auditorium. In 1968, a four-lane pool, locker rooms, lobby area and weight room were added to the south end of the building. The 1986 capital campaign provided funds for another addition; however, in 1988, a fire destroyed the original parish house section of the facility and the construction plans for the addition had to be reworked. In 1990, construction was completed on the 24,000 square foot addition, which features a gymnasium with running track, locker rooms, Nautilus center, multi-purpose room, babysitting center and administrative offices. Renovations were made and equipment added to the strength training and free weight areas in 2000.