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St. Louis is very much a city of neighborhoods. Among them ours is relatively unique.
We are diverse racially and socioeconomically.
We have a student population, 3 churches, 2 schools + one across DeBaliviere.
We do not meet the well-accepted paradigm of racial change or rather racial succession. Our Centennial celebrates longevity but we should also celebrate the very interesting diverse place we have become. Several of us are working on gathering oral histories to be used in a book and DVD that will be available by our big 100 celebration Oct. 11.
I think it will be especially interesting to talk to those who have lived here since the 60s and seen all the ups and downs of our recent history. Hopefully, we will be able to recognize institutions and leaders that have sustained us as well as familial commitments to our special neighborhood.
I have some names to call and schedule but I welcome hearing from anyone who would like to contribute. Neighbors have already enjoyed our Mother’s Day House Tour. Venita Lake and Arline Webb and Marj Weir worked hard to make it a success.
There was new housing, rehabbed housing, a 2 family to 1 family conversion, Arts and Crafts, etc.
The weather didn’t cooperate but that didn’t dim enthusiasm. May 31st was photo day- -collecting/copying photographs that could be included in our book or on a web site.
A number of people brought photos bringing back memories of seven decades. Marj was scanning; she and JoAnn are coordinating this history process.
It will be valuable to scholars as well as those who come after us. PART Two: Dog Show.
On June 17 at 7 pm at Four Corners, the annual Dog Show will take place. Founded and organized by St. Roch student Sarah Cross, it will be a warm-hearted evening filled with neighbors and the pets.
The fact that so many humans and dogs will get along is cheering. Sarah’s key purpose is that owners feel good about their dogs and that all dogs, not just pedigreed, have a chance to participate and win prizes.
I became a dog owner two years ago and took my 3 month old puppy to the dog show.
It was a neat event and Max loved it.
As a cat owner of many years, this event helped me to learn how dogs are different and special. Max has turned out to be a very sociable dog and a wonderful companion.
I am really looking forward to the dog show and hope that many of you – with or without pets – can drop by to share an evening of warmth and love.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, Summer 2008.
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