Arts & Entertainment

Mardi Gras Guide 2007

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Lucas School House's Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring School House meatloaf. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Lucas School House, 1220 Allen Ave., 314-621-6565, www.lucasevents.com.

Maggie O'Briens' Mardi Gras: Open at 10 a.m. on parade day with shuttles to Mardi Gras from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., drop off at Lafayette and Gravois and pickups at 7th and Geyer, 7th and Russell and 7th and Lafayette. Sat., Feb. 17. Maggie O'Brien's, 2000 Market St., 314-421-1388, www.maggieobriens.com/.

"Mardi Gras Celebration" with Don Vappie & the Creole Jazz Serenaders: New Orleans comes to you! Or rather this eight-piece ensemble, led by banjo-player Vappie, performs. Sat., Feb. 17, 8 p.m., $25-$30. Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington Blvd., 314-533-9900, www.sheldonconcerthall.org.

Molly's Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring you-call-it Southern Comfort cocktails, and on Saturday, enjoy their huge heated tents, beads and BBQ with their friendly staff and the energetic sound of Velocity DJs all day long for only a $10 cover charge. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., Feb. 17, $20. Molly's, 816 Geyer Ave., 314-241-6200, www.mollyslounge.com/.

Nadine's Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring blackened shrimp over rice. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Nadine's Gin Joint and Cafe, 1931 S 12th St., 314-436-3045.

Norton's Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring crab cakes. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Norton's, 808 Geyer Ave., 314-436-0828, www.nortonscafe.com.

PETsMART Weiner Dog Derby: Dachshunds in three divisions (Cocktail Wienies, Ballpark Franks and Hot Dogs) race for trophies in this annual event; register at the park from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A Yappy Hour takes place at noon, and the first heat starts at 2:30 p.m. Sun., Feb. 11, 2:30 p.m., $5 per dog. Soulard Market Park, S Eighth St. and Lafayette Ave.

The Phoenix Mardi Gras Party with Johnny Rocket: The third-annual party will feature beads, hurricanes and party favors like shirts, hats and key chains from a variety of companies. Sat., Feb. 17, 8 p.m., $5. The Phoenix, 3924 Lemay Ferry Rd, 314-416-4266, www.thephoenixsouthcounty.com.

The Porch's Mardi Gras: Join us for hurricanes martinis and beer; visit soulardporch.com or call for more information — look for the jester! Sat., Feb. 17. The Porch, 1700 S Ninth, 314-436-0282, www.soulardporch.com.

Pyramid Grand Parade: Start Mardi Gras Saturday off right and watch the Grand Parade march from downtown St. Louis to Soulard; see mardigrasinc.com for parade route and road closures. Sat., Feb. 17, 11 a.m., free. Soulard Neighborhood, Marion & Broadway (Lynch & Broadway).

Ravissant Winery's Mardi Gras: Celebrate with live music from New Orleeans; ticket price includes hors d'oeuvres. Sat., Feb. 10, 7 p.m., $20. Ravissant Winery, 5950 Town Hall Rd, Belleville, 618-233-9463, www.ravissantwinery.com.

Rolling Rock Music Stage: Rock out to the music of the Wyld Stallyns from 3 to 5:30 p.m. and They Might Be Giants from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sat., Feb. 17, free. Soulard Neighborhood, Marion & Broadway (Lynch & Broadway), St. Louis.

Saint Louis Mayor's Ball — A Mardi Gras Masquerade: This black-tie, who's-who affair will include complimentary valet parking, cocktails, a cabaret dinner, dancing and music by Gumbohead and Groovethang; the net proceeds will benefit the City of St. Louis, the public space at City Hall and neighborhood initiatives; download an invitation at mardigrasinc.com or stlouismayorsball.com. Fri., Feb. 16, 7 p.m., $100-$500. St. Louis City Hall, 1200 Market St., 314-622-3000.

The Shanti's Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring Cajun stuffed mushrooms. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Shanti, 825 Allen Ave., 314-241-4772.

Soulard Coffee Garden's Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring assorted homemade desserts. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Soulard Coffee Garden Café, 910 Geyer Ave., 314-241-1464.

The Soulard Social Aid and Pleasure Club's 14th Annual Original Subterranean Ball: The Subterranean Ball brings people together for a festive celebration where savory food and drink, spirited live music from the Mondin Band, mirth and merriment are the hallmarks of the evening; awards for costumes. Come one, come all! Fri., Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., $15-$20. South Broadway Athletic Club, 2301 S Seventh St., 314-776-4833, www.southbroadwayac.org.

Soulard's Restaurant Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring chicken jambalaya. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Soulard's Restaurant & Bar, 1731 S 7th St., 314-241-7956, www.soulards.com.

Southern Comfort Taste of Soulard: Purchase a book of seven taste tickets to sample signature dishes — including one taste of Southern Comfort — from participating Soulard eateries; free trolley service provided on Saturday. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., $20 for a book of taste tickets, www.mardigrasinc.com. Soulard Neighborhood, Marion & Broadway (Lynch & Broadway).

Spooty's Mardi Gras: A Taste of Soulard venue featuring the Big Easy Martini with Southern Comfort. Sat., Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Spooty's, 1026 Geyer Ave., 314-588-1807.

Square One's Saturday Brunch: Park early in Lafayette Square and come have a hearty breakfast/brunch at Square One before the big parade, it's just a ten-block walk. Sat., Feb. 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Square One Brewery, 1727 Park Ave., 314-231-2537, www.squareonebrewery.com.

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