I really love this school. My child was having some medical issues, and we kept getting flagged…read morefor truancy (despite him having an A average and working with his teachers). We eventually withdrew him from his local public school and found GFA. It worked out really well. He found a great group of friends and was academically challenged. The teachers really cared about him and despite its small size, there were enough extra curriculars and clubs to keep him engaged. I strongly recommend this school if the public school is not a good fit for your child or you are looking for them to be challenged. The Teachers go out of their way to create classes to meet the needs of the students, and the results and college acceptances prove that.

The Governor French Academy (GFA) is a wonderful academic institution. The individualized…read moreinstruction the children receive coupled with the wide variety of topics covered, makes for an outstanding environment for young minds. The staff are knowledgable, kind and helpful and are focused on the education of children. We have been pleasantly surprised with how well GFA is run and how well our daughter is learning and growing. The school is top notch and we would recommend it to anyone in the area as a first class education program for all school aged children.

I had a great visit and appreciated how friendly and helpful the staff were! The raised bed mix is…read moremy favorite!

I need to find a place that I could drop off some yard waste, and I didn't want to use Republic…read moresince it was rather infrequent. Found these guys online and they are extremely easy to use. A bit of a drive from the town but a rather large location. They charge about a dollar a bag of yard waste, if you're using the Lowe's free yard waste bags made of paper. Super friendly super easy experience.

Great nonprofit to volunteer with! Lots of things happening in local parks.read more

From the owner: Building on a legacy of knowledge and experience, the Open Space Council works independently and…read morecollaboratively to conserve and sustain land, water and other natural resources throughout the St. Louis region.

In and out and still got 5 books and 4 cookbooks!…read more Stopped at the return in the vestibule and you just slide your books in the slot and press done when complete! Easy peasy. Since this is my go-to branch, I know where to go. First stop is the new released. I usually get a max of two and pick up the rest I find from the regular stacks. Head upstairs to the fiction and mystery and found a light read and the next two murder/mysteries in a series I am reading. I can't miss a stop by the cookbooks; I picked out two new Mediterranean books and two by celebrity chefs. All done. I love self-check-out! You just set the books on the pad, scan your card, select done and you are good to go. My library bag was heavy today!

Love this library. So well organized and everyone is super helpful. There is a great area for…read morekids. Lots of free classes. It's easy to reserve meeting rooms. The second floor, accessible by steps or stairs has a computer lab and copiers available; like having a private office. Your library card gets you so much more than books...multi media access, free classes, notary services, office space. I always take advantage of the free $5.00 monthly allowance for copies. You can browse online and reserve books for pickup.

I didn't have a ton of time but oh my God you would think this library is in Europe. It's so…read morepretty. It's so beautiful the details on all the walls the ceilings the chandeliers so pretty.

Constructed in 1912 this building takes up a whole city block downtown. We visited just to admire…read morethe neo classical design and stunning interior. If you are an architecture buff you will not be disappointed. They have a display in the Grand Hall that chronicles the construction of the building. This is definitely a shinning jewel in St Louis!

The first Wednesday of the month Puzzle party! Puzzle enthusiasts exchange their puzzles. There are…read morealways so many to choose from. 300-500-1000 and a couple of 2000 pieces.

Helpful staff, wonderful activities and gorgeous building. We were so impressed with the options of…read morethings to check out and do. Also, they had an amazing reading selection! I wish our library system in Maryland was this much fun!

At the end of a long and winding road well out of the way of Grafton's business district you'll…read morefind this rescue center for mostly injured raptors and mammals. It's because it's out of the way that makes me largely ambivalent about recommending a visit. However, it's free, which is a major benefit for families on a tight budget. But, you'll burn gas to find it. It's small, so you may only spend an hour viewing the various birds, a few reptiles, and small mammals. Exhibits are mostly outdoors--good because a strong stench dominated the indoor exhibits. Young staff were on hand to answer questions. Signs also explained why wildlife were caged here. Most wound up here due to serious injuries; others due to becoming socialized to humans and unable to long survive in the wild.

This place is amazing! Loved seeing all the animals and the staff working with the wildliferead more

Now that the weather is nicer I can go back to weekly walks at this gem. The trees lining almost…read moreevery path, the basketball courts, fountain, so many picnic sites, and pavilions make this such a scenic walk. The park hosts a farmer's Market and food truck Fridays along with so many other incredible events.

There's really something for everyone at The Tower Grove Park. This was a first visit to attend the…read moreTower Grove Market. Parking on Saturday is really intense inside the park. It's all along a single road one-way that requires parallel parking. I only participated in the market, but I did see tennis courts and playgrounds. A Botanical Gardens is nearby that's highly regarded. On Saturdays they have music and food by the fountain. Absolutely a Saint Louis gem and can't wait to return soon.

Whether you're a tourist or a local, the arch never gets old. Make sure you book your tickets in…read moreadvance because they sell out pretty fast. The tram ride up is one of the most unique experiences. It's weird but also a cool sensation where you're moving sideways and upward at the same time, around 3 mph. The ride down feels slightly faster for some reason. Each tram fits a maximum of 5 people (or 6 with a baby in lap), so it is a snug little pod. If you or someone in your group has claustrophobia, I wouldn't let it stop you. Some of my friends have mild claustrophobia and they were fine. The tour guides while you're waiting in line are enthusiastic and keep things fun. I appreciated them. Once you get to the top, you have about 8 to 10 minutes to take in the view through these little windows that kind of make you feel like you're looking out of a plane. The view of the river is nice and you can spot planes and ships from up there. While you're waiting for your time slot or even after, there's a really nice Missouri history museum section at the entrance worth browsing through. Don't skip the gift shop, it's worth a quick stop. The grounds under the arch are a full park, so it's a great excuse to just be outside and enjoy the space. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone who wants a fun and easy way to spend some time in the city.

Had the best time with my youngest travel companion!! Teaching the next generation of explorers…read more The entire staff was wonderful even as I almost got tackled by security because I didn't realize my eye glass cleaning wipes kept kicking off the alarm. Keep that in mind, totally empty your pockets to avoid an embarrassment. Loved the tiny tram ride to the top and back down again. The museum under the park is amazing and well done. The gift shop is well appointed and prices aren't too bad at all. The cafe also isn't too bad. Just watch your receipts. I got over charged and heard it's happened fairly recently with a few other people. Will certainly come back again and explore some more.