past programs
Lemp Mansion Tour
Members enjoyed a visit to the Lemp Mansion.
media personalities
Betsey Bruce
St. Louis television news reporter and anchor
2018 Media Person of the Year
2008 St. Louis Media Hall of Fame.
Dan Martin
Dan Martin the St. Louis Post Dispatch Weatherbird cartoonist, entertained the College Club members with his stories and cartoons. Dan produced our own special drawing!.
Past President Nancy Feeney (center) with four of the 2003 scholarship award recipients from Parkway South who presented a program to membership in 2008 after their graduation from college.
From left to right: Jessica Volk, Katherine Quillo, Nancy Feeney, Jill Scott, and Mackenzie Lucas.
Member Sandy Nieman (left) with three of the 2005 scholarship recipients from Lindbergh who presented a program in November 2013.
From left to right are scholars: Courtney Freese, Michelle Manley Cuartas, and Martha Walker. Also shown are visitors Linda Hobbs and Leigh Nieman.
A Little Ballet: A Little Conversation
Books for Holiday Giving with Left Bank Books
Books for Holiday Giving with Left Bank Books
We learned how an aspiring ballet dancer prepares for the stage and enjoyed a demonstration by a student of the Alexandra Ballet Company, founded in 1949.
Libby Cerabsky, Alexandra Ballet instructor, Rebekah Marcotte and
Marianne Szydlowski College Club member who arranged the program
Books for Holiday Giving with Left Bank Books
Books for Holiday Giving with Left Bank Books
Books for Holiday Giving with Left Bank Books
We have an ANNUAL visit from Kris Kleindienst, 2019 Woman of the Year, of Left Bank Books to review best sellers and offer books for purchase.
Crisis Aid International
Books for Holiday Giving with Left Bank Books
Crisis Aid International
Stephanie Glore discussed sex trafficking in St. Louis and how Crisis AId is helping young women return to a sense of security and self-esteem.
sunset culinary
Who is Responsible for the Wonderful Lunches at Sunset Country Club?
Who is Responsible for the Wonderful Lunches at Sunset Country Club?
Who is Responsible for the Wonderful Lunches at Sunset Country Club?
Lunches ranging from Beef & Salmon to Chicken Crepes to Crab Cakes to French Dip to Quiche Lorraine to Pork Sliders, etc.
Sunset Country Club Chef, Rod Laurentius
Who is Responsible for the Wonderful Lunches at Sunset Country Club?
Who is Responsible for the Wonderful Lunches at Sunset Country Club?
Sunset's Executive Chef shared his background in the culinary field and discussed the operations of his kitchen with pictures of the state of the art facility.
121st college club birthday SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT PARTY
The College Club of St. Louis turned 121 Years Old in 2022!
Members contributed to our Annual Pot O Gold to raise additional money for Scholarships.
Member Claudia Uccello presented a slide show with an updated history of The College Club of St. Louis.
harry weber, sculptor
Harry Weber, well known St. Louis sculptor has won many major awards.
In 2011 he was named Sports Sculptor of the year and was selected in national competition to sculpt a statue of Dred and Harriet Scott which is at the Old Courthouse.
Two of his sculptural groups have been designated National Lewis and Clark sites by the Federal Parks Department.
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the story of the Veiled Prophet
Bev Schuetz
Beneath the Veil: The Story of the Veiled Prophet
Beneath the Veil: The Story of the Veiled Prophet
Historian Bev Schuetz, the creator of HISTORY TALKS shared the fascinating story of the Veiled Prophet.
Beneath the Veil: The Story of the Veiled Prophet
Beneath the Veil: The Story of the Veiled Prophet
Beneath the Veil: The Story of the Veiled Prophet
For 135 years, the Veiled Prophet has been an influential character in St. Louis. Spawned by legend, the colorful story includes murder suicide and dedication.
The Veiled Prophets Ball
Beneath the Veil: The Story of the Veiled Prophet
The Veiled Prophets Ball
Each year, one member of the Veiled Prophet Organization is chosen to serve as the "Veiled Prophet of Khorassan," to preside over the Veiled Prophets Ball.
Local theater in st. louis
Joe Hanrahan
We in St. Louis are fortunate to have a vibrant, energetic theater community. One that includes the Fox down to small black box venues like the Marcelle or Zack. Joe Hanrahan, actor, writer, director and founder of the Midnight Company, gave us the inside story on theater in St. Louis.
The Curtain Rises On Local Theater Groups
Review of the upcoming performances at the Midnight Company in 2021.
gone with the wind
Bev Schuetz
She is the creator of HISTORY TALKS and is known for her unique topics and entertaining presentations. Bev shared the "behind the scenes stories" of the actors and actresses and the making of the film.
The Movie Gone With The Wind
Gone with the Wind is a 1939 American epic historical romance film adapted from the 1936 novel by Margaret Mitchell. Set in the America South against the backdrop of the American Civil War and the Reconstruction era, the film tells the story of Scarlett O'Hara, the strong-willed daughter of a Georgia plantation owner.
PRESIDENT'S LUNCHEON
'Mark Twain Himself'
If you ever wanted to meet Mark Twain, your opportunity is this authentic stage performance, created straight from the writings and shows of Samuel Clemens. Richard Garey, as Samuel Clemens, combines his love of the stage and his love of Mark Twain. Mr. Gary is an actor, writer, director and historian. Garey has performed his original one-man show in over 40 states including Mississippi River Cruises. His wife, Patricia Garey, will accompany him. Mrs. Garey is a Hannibal, Missouri artist. Her paintings depict the beautiful Mississippi River Valley.
Mr. Garey's books and Mrs. Garey's paintings were available for purchase at the meeting.
Anthropological Conservation
Speaker: Mr. Tommy Brown, St. Louis Zoo
Anthro Conservation is the study of how people interact with their ecosystems and environment, while improving their natural surroundings and bettering their lives. Retail efforts are some of the leading ways to preserve cultures and beliefs, while rewarding positive conservation behaviors through purchasing goods from local people in "at risk" ecosystems. Working with local crafters keeps traditional arts alive, while providing much needed income.
IRAN: PAST AND PRESENT
Bahar Bastani, M.D.
Professor of Medicine - Nephrology and Medical Director of kidney/pancreas transplantation at St. Louis University, gave a slide presentation on "Iran: Past and Present'.
Dr. Bastani is also a poet. His book, "99 Pearls of Wisdom" was available for sale. He offered to personally autograph it.
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Holiday special
We Sang Along!
The Queens of Swing presented a USO Christmas show similar to one performed by Sharon Rogers and her all-girl band in 1945.
pysanka - a rare art form
Katherine Alexander is a Pysanky Artist
She explained the folk art that was passed down through generations of her family and the techniques for coloring the eggs and inscribing the eggs with beeswax.
A Pysanka is a Ukrainian Easter egg decorated with traditional folk designs using wax-resist method.
Various forms of Pysanka including eggs, ear rings, pendants and pictures were available for purchase after the presentation.
Los Alamos National Security Laboratory
Dr. Thomas Locke, Lead Clinical Psychologist with Occupational Medicine at Los Alamos Security Lab
Dr. Locke discussed the history of the Los Alamos Security Lab from its inception to current times. He explained the function of the laboratory as it relates to the safety of our country.
special guest
Survivor
What would it be like to live without electricity and running water? Alijana Knezevic told us how her family lived during the Bosnian War cooking on food warmers and preserving food. Also, how they made candles, detergent, soap and shampoo. Alijana is now happy to be a US Citizen.
College Club Poem
Below is the poem that Alijana composed for the College Club's 113th Birthday Celebration.
College Club Poem by Alijana Knezevic
Thinking women of St. Louis
Established the College Club 113 years ago
To encourage young women to college to go.
Because of this wonderful foundation
Many young women got thier education.
Year after year, you ladies work hard.
You search and search, and you don't mind,
When it's time, deserving recipients to find.
And then when winter turns to spring
Your scholarships make many recipients' hearts sing.
I met you ladies, for the first time in 2004
At the University Club on the 21st floor.
That was your home then
But now we are at Sunset, together again.
So you see for me
Our friendship was meant to be.
My dear College Club ladies, you are so sweet,
Kind and smart with a big loving heart.
You are beautiful inside and out.
Your programs are there
To entertain, inform and educate.
For your programs I love to decorate.
I hope you will always be present and there.
I am enjoying your tender care.
You deserve a big round of applause
For your fine foundation and its cause.
Congratulation on your accomplishments
On this wonderful day
Your 113th birthday.