Enterprise Holdings Pavilion Shaw Park Clayton MO This is the coolest structure! You must come to Shaw Park to see it for yourself and how it blends with its environs! The new Enterprise Holdings Pavilion in Shaw Park was dedicated on July 16th. The pavilion was funded through a generous donation from Enterprise Holdings, Inc. and Enterprise Holdings Foundation.  It was designed by Christner Inc., a local Clayton architecture firm with a goal to build one of the first two star pavilions under the Sustainable Sites Initiative (SITES). The Enterprise Holdings Pavilion is a permanent structure in the center of Shaw Park that includes seating for up to 200 as well as restrooms.  The new structure reused the existing stone wall and some materials from the old pavilion including trees from th... 08/03/2014

Clayton Blood Drive Thursday, July 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Center of Clayton, 50 Gay Avenue The FBI National Academy Associates-Eastern Missouri Chapter will host a blood drive at The Center of Clayton. If you wish to donate, but have not donated since May 29, 2014, please contact Joanie O'Brien at 314.290.8402 or jmobrien@claytonmo.gov 07/21/2014

Art Party Friday, July 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. Clayton Fine Art Gallery, 21 N. Bemiston in downtown ClaytonThe Clayton Fine Art Gallery Art Party events have been moved from Wednesdays to Fridays.  Join them for the next reception on Friday, July 11.  A selection of wine, soft drinks, and snacks will be available. They are excited to host guitarist Chip Katz, returning to entertain guests with his delightful acoustic light jazz music. Visit the gallery’s website for details about exhibits and events. 06/27/2014

Pet Caricatures Saturday, June 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lola & Penelope's, 7742 Forsyth in downtown Clayton   Want to have some pet fun!  Capture your pets personality with a Caricature! Fun and amazing- frame it and put it over the fireplace- or in the bathroom!  Give them out as gifts, make Christmas cards out of them!  Don't miss the fun;)Pet Caricatures capturing your pet's fun... or serious side in a personal caricature. Book your appointment today at 314.863.5652 or Info@LolaAndPenelopes.com   06/27/2014

STL Cardinals Blood Drive Step up to the plate and donate! The Cardinals and the Red Cross will join forces at The Center of Clayton to help save lives on June 19 from 10 am to 7 pm. Everyone who attempts to donate blood will receive a specially designed St. Louis Cardinals T-shirt, while supplies last. To schedule a time, visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: Cards. Walk-ins are welcome. 06/02/2014

June at Shaw Park Aquatic CenterSwim Lessons and Swim Teams begin next week at the Shaw Park Aquatic Center. Visit www.claytonmo.gov/pool for information about all programs happening this summer. Saturday, June 7 from 1:00 -4:00p is Kid’s Day at the Shaw Park Aquatic Center. Admission is free for all resident children ages 12 and under. Bring your friends for games and other fun activities! The annual CSP Invitational Swim Meet will be held June 20-22 at Shaw Park Aquatic Center. The entire facility will be closed to the public throughout the weekend. During this time, season pass holders may use the indoor pools at The Center of Clayton as well as the outdoor Maplewood Aquatic Center at no charge. Please visit their websites for hours and availability. 06/02/2014

Food Truck SundaysNew in 2014! Enjoy food from some of the region’s best food trucks with the beautiful scenery of Shaw Park. Food Truck Sundays will take place on the second Sunday of each month through August. Each event takes place on Shaw Park Drive and also includes live music and kids’ activities. Check out this month’s lineup of trucks, bands and activities at www.claytonmo.gov/fts. 06/02/2014

Clayton Summer Camps 2014What are your children doing this summer? Clayton summer camps begin June 2 and include aquatics, enrichment and sports opportunities. The 2014 camp information and registration is available at The Center of Clayton and online at www.claytonmo.gov/camps. Be sure to fill out the 2014 Emergency Contact Form and return it to The Center to begin the registration process. 05/05/2014

Clayton Summer Memberships 2014Shaw Park Tennis Center opens today and Shaw Park Aquatic Center opens on May 24! Passes are available now at The Center of Clayton. The lines tend to get longer as Memorial Day draws near, so get your pass early! The Center of Clayton also offers Summer Memberships valid May 12 through August 31. They are great for those who want to stay active on rainy days or avoid the summer heat and humidity. More information at www.centerofclayton.com/summer. 05/05/2014

Clayton-Bike with Us 2014! Bring your bike to the new Great Rivers Greenway trailhead in Shaw Park on Saturday, May 17 for a short casual ride beginning at 9:00 am. Also, enjoy face painting, snacks, bike safety check and more at the trailhead. The event is free with T-shirts for the first 50 who pre-register with code: 16838. Event Flyer. For those that need to dust off their cycling skills, Trailnet is offering a Bike Smart Class at The Center of Clayton on Saturday, May 10 from 9:00 am – noon. More information is available at trailnet.org/calendar/bikesmart/. 05/05/2014

Community Day-Clayton Time Capsule 2014Sunday, May 3 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Hanley Park On May 3, Clayton will bury the official Centennial Time Capsule during the Annual Community Day Celebration and Historic Herb and Plant Sale. Residents are invited to the city’s annual Community Day celebration in Hanley Park, the site of the Historic Martin Franklin Hanley House at 7600 Westmoreland Avenue. The burial of the city’s official Centennial Time Capsule is scheduled for 11 a.m. For more information, contact Sarah Umlauf sumlauf@claytonmo.gov or click here. 04/28/2014

Clayton Farmers Market - NEW time, NEW place Thursday evenings, May through October from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. North Central Avenue in downtown Clayton On Thursday, May 1 Clayton will host its first evening farmers market. The market supports local farmers, spotlights local farm fresh produce and artisan foods. All items for sale are homemade and hand-crafted in Missouri and Illinois.  For more information, visit www.claytonfarmersmarket.com 04/28/2014

Clayton Bunny HopSaturday, April 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Shaw ParkKids, join us in Shaw Park for a morning of fun. You'll enjoy a petting zoo, lots of eggs to gather for your basket, and fun crafts. Mr. Bunny will be our special guest, so parents don’t forget your cameras.  Egg hunt will start promptly at 10:30 am. Register at The Center of Clayton or by call 314.290.8500. Member/resident: $6; non-resident: $7; day of event: $10. For weather cancellation information, call the event hotline at 314.290.8544 04/04/2014

Clayton Chamber's Monthly Golf Outing Thursday, April 10 at 3:30 p.m. Norman K. Probstein Golf Course in Forest ParkThe Clayton Chamber of Commerce will host its first 2014 monthly golf outing on April 10. Golf will be followed by networking, drinks and appetizers in the Club House. The cost to members and non-members is $35 which includes a cart.  For an additional fee, golfers may get pointers from a Golf Pro. Golfers must pre-register by April 1. For more information or to register, contact the Chamber at 314.726.3033 or online at www.claytoncommerce.com 04/04/2014

Firehouse Movie Night: Monsters University Saturday, March 29 at 6 p.m. Clayton Fire Station at Forsyth and Bemiston Come early to see the fire trucks and meet the firefighters. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. You are welcome to bring refreshments (no alcohol allowed). Soda will be for sale, and free popcorn while supplies last. Please note that seating is on the concrete engine room floor, so bring heavy blankets to sit on. Lawn chairs will be allowed but limited. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The event is free, but please register at The Center or call 314.290.8500. 03/16/2014

Electronic Recycling in Clayton March 21 and 22, 2014On March 21 and 22, the annual electronic recycling event will be held on the south side of Shaw Park. Businesses and residents may dispose of any electronic items. Republic Services guarantees secure Department of Defense removal of all data on reusable computers and that all non-reusable items will be recycled and not be put into a land fill. Since 2005, over 190 tons of electronic equipment have been recycled through the electronic recycling program at the City of Clayton event alone. For more information, visit www.claytonmo.gov/e-recycling. 03/06/2014

Hanley House - Cakeway to the West in Clayton 2014The Historic Hanley House is an official 'Cakeway to the West' Landmark Site for stl250! The park is host one of the 250 four-foot, fiberglass cake sculptures across the metro area that mark the 250th anniversary of the founding of St. Louis. Our cake is uniquely decorated by local artist, Andy Cross. The cakes will be on display through December 31, 2014. 03/06/2014

Tickles N Tunes in Clayton 2014 This fun parent child program inspires discovery, exploration and experiential learning. Tickles N Tunes is designed to enrich the growing mind by exploring rhythm and melody through favorite songs, finger plays, scarves, hoops, and simple percussion instruments. This informal, fun classroom environment is for tots ages 16 months through 3 years and their parents and is held on Tuesdays from 10:00-10:40am. The next session begins March 4, so don’t delay, register now! Instructor, Judy Sadoff is a registered and certified early childhood music specialist. Parent/Child Class. No Class March 18 & April 8. 03/06/2014

Clayton Mobile Mammography Visit March 11th, 2014The Missouri Baptist Center Mammography Van will be at The Center of Clayton on Tuesday, March 11 from 9:00am – 3:00pm. Participants should check with their insurance provider to verify coverage for your screening and determine if written authorization from your primary care physician is needed. Call to schedule an appointment with the Mammography Van, call (314) 996-5170 or (800) 870-5731. 03/05/2014

Clayton Farmers Indoor Market & Bazaar Saturday, February 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Center of Clayton, 50 Gay Avenue The Clayton Farmers Market will host its Winter Market & Bazaar at The Center of Clayton from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays, March 1 and 15, April 5 and 19.  They will have and you will enjoy the same high quality products -  farm fresh products winter and greenhouse varieties locally grown, hand-crafted artisan foods, selected goods for hearth and home. Don't miss out on Clayton fun! 02/09/2014