With more than 40 markets in the area, there are not enough weeks in the season to visit them all. But you can always try.
FRIDAY
ºüÀêÊÓƵ Watercolor Society Art Show
- When: Through April 26
- Where: Central Library, 1301 Olive Street
- How much: Free
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Art instructor Susan Blackwood selected the works for this juried exhibition. Her work has been featured in Southwest Art, Art of the West and PleinAir Magazine, so you know that she only selected the best local watercolorists for this show. The awards ceremony will be April 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. By Rosalind Early
Blackberry Smoke’s ‘Be Right Here’ Tour with Duane Betts, Palmetto Motel
- When: 8 p.m. April 12
- Where: The Pageant, 6161 Delmar Hall
- How much: $35-$50
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‘We Them Ones’ Comedy Tour
- When: 8 p.m. April 12
- Where: Chaifetz Arena, 1 South Compton Avenue
- How much: $62.50-$228.50
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One of the big comedy events of the month is definitely the “We them Ones†comedy tour hosted by Mike Epps. The all-male tour features funny guys DeRay Davis, DC Young Fly, Chico Bean, Mojo Brookzz and Lil Duval. Epps’ new Netflix special is “Ready to Sell Out.†By Kevin C. Johnson
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Tim Meadows
- When: 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. April 12-13
- Where: Helium Comedy Club, 1151 ºüÀêÊÓƵ Galleria Street
- How much: $26-$36
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Hot off of a cameo in the recent “Mean Girls†movie musical reboot, “Saturday Night Live†veteran Tim Meadows is at Helium Comedy Club for several shows this weekend. In addition to “Saturday Night Live,†Meadows starred in “The Ladies Man,†directed by East ºüÀêÊÓƵ native Reginald Hudlin. By Kevin C. Johnson
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SATURDAY
‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ in Concert
- When: 7 p.m. April 13; 2 p.m. April 14
- Where: Stifel Theatre, 1400 Market Street
- How much: $47-$117
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The ºüÀêÊÓƵ Symphony Orchestra performs composer John Williams’ classic score to “Star Wars: The Last Jedi†as the film – part eight of the Skywalker Saga — plays on the big screen at Stifel. The film stars Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and others. By Daniel Durchholz
SUNDAY
Chain of Rocks Park Opening
- When: 2-4 p.m. April 14
- Where: Chain of Rocks Park, south of I-270, east of Riverview Drive, west of the Mississippi River and north of the water treatment park
- How much: Free
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Years in the making, and funded by a nearly $1 million grant from the National Park Service, the Chain of Rocks Park is finally opening. Wetlands and woodlands are back, plus a reconstructed prairie, a footpath, a picnic pavilion and more. The opening celebration will feature music, food and fun activities. By Daniel Neman
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MONDAY
Lalah Hathaway
- When: 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. April 15 and April 17
- Where: City Winery, City Foundry, 3737 Foundry Way
- How much: $75-$85
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One of the most underrated soulful voices you’ll find out there belongs to Lalah Hathaway, easily. The singer, who is the daughter of the legendary Donny Hathaway, performed in ºüÀêÊÓƵ at the first Music at the Intersection is 2021, and is returning for several more intimate shows at City Winery. Hathaway is currently working on new music. Her last album was 2018’s “Honestly.†By Kevin C. Johnson
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WEDNESDAY
The Wailers with Murder City Players
- When: 8 p.m. April 17
- Where: The Big Top, 3401 Washington Avenue
- How much: $25-$67
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Fresh from the hit movie “Bob Marley: One Love,†the Wailers, who were depicted in the recent biopic, come to ºüÀêÊÓƵ with a show under the Big Top. The band will deliver the unmistakable classics from Marley’s vast and revered catalog. The band is now under the guidance of Aston Barrett Jr., who has been preserving the sound. By Kevin C. Johnson
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THURSDAY
Great Taste 2024
- When: 7 p.m. April 18
- Where: Science Center, 5050 Oakland Avenue
- How much: $45
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Each year, restaurant critic Ian Froeb selects the STL 100, the best 100 restaurants in the region. Now you can taste the best the city has to offer at the annual Great Taste. Restaurants from the list will be offering complimentary samples. Plus, you can explore the ºüÀêÊÓƵ Science Center after hours and check out items from local vendors. By Rosalind Early
Theo Von’s ‘Return of the Rat’
- When: 7:30 p.m. April 18, 8 p.m. April 19
- Where: Fox Theatre, 527 North Grand Boulevard
- How much: $59.50-$152.50
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Needing a dose of comedian Theo Von after checking out his popular podcast “This Past Weekend� You’re in luck. He’s at the Fox Theatre for two shows as part of his “Return of the Rat†tour. His “Regular People†stand-up special is streaming on Netflix. By Kevin C. Johnson