Ted Wight's St. Louis Style

Urbanaire

Last night was Urbanaire to benefit PROMO. I was the honorary chair with the St Louis Post Dispatch's lovely Debra Bass. The event was sold out and has come to be one of the hottest tickets of the year. The event was held at the Contemporary Art Museum.

Places of the Spirit- Sheldon Art Galleries 2013 Architecture Tour

Derby 2013

Yesterday I went to a fun Derby Party out in Sunset Hills. Everyone was dressed stylishly and the food was yummy....lots of bacon, ham and pork....very Southern! There were ladies there also....I forgot to photograph them in all of their splendor!

SLAM Exposed

Last night I attended the kickoff party for SLAM (St. Louis Art Museum) Exposed. The party at Scape in the CWE was attended by many of St. Louis' most stylish party goers.

 

A new summer party
benefitting the Saint Louis Art Museum
that will reveal and expose a side 
of your Museum never seen before.

Saturday, July 20, 2013
7:00–11:00 pm

New East Building and Sculpture Hall

Exclusive Premier Sponsor

Co-Chairs
Bill Donius and Jay Perez
Jeffrey T. Fort
Stacy and Scott Galt
Retta Leritz
Laura and Cameron Murray

Honorary Chairs
Young Friends Past Presidents
Diane Dark
Nancy Fox
Jim Krekeler
Josephine Summers
Ellen Zucker
  

Dining Out for Life @ Niche

Last night was a successful night hosting Niche for Dining Out for Life.  A group of about 12 of us helped host.  The food and service was amazing. Thank you Gerard Craft for having Niche and Pastaria part of Dining Out for Life!

Food Outreach's Tasteful Affair

Yesterday I went to Food Outreach's Tasteful Affair Party at the Four Seasons. This is always a special event. Traditionally it was at The Chase, though they moved it this year. A special bonus was that there is a large outdoor space so we could enjoy the great weather.

DADA Ball and Bash!

Last night I attended the Dada Ball and Bash at CAM (Contemporary Art Museum). As always, this party is so much fun and the crowd was very stylish! Please excuse my poor iPhone photos.

Wall Ball 2013

Wall Ball was last night and as always it was a huge success and a fun party. This is the first year that I was not the highest bidder on a piece of art.  I bid on some art, though really just to drive up the prices. I have too much art already.

Wall Ball 2013 ....this Saturday!

One of the best parties of the year is this Saturday.....great fun!

Check out the pics from last year HERE. Buy tickets and find out more HERE.

Fun on McPherson in the CWE

So much fun last night bopping around the galleries on McPherson in the CWE. It was the place to be!

Modern STL Holiday Party @ My Home Yesterday

Check out the pics (click "pics") from Modern STL's Holiday Party held at my home yesterday. Somehow I managed 70 people and 45 cars!

 

A Night with Brian Owens @ a Compton Heights Mansion

I promised more pictures from the house concert that was held at my listing at 3406 Hawthorne in Compton Heights. Brian Owens wowed the crowd at a Mad Men Themed evening. The acclaimed Peter Martin accompanied him on the piano. More pictures can be seen HERE.

 

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Brian Owens House Concert- Compton Heights Mansion

Last night there was a special house concert at my listing-  3406 Hawthorne in Compton Heights. Brian Owens performed to a group of enchanted guest. The evening was sponsored by Sterling Bank. I left my camera at the house so I will follow up with video and more pictures!

Frank Lloyd Wright House at Ebsworth Park Benefit

Yesterday I went to the annual party at the Frank Lloyd Wright house at Ebsworth Park. It was a lovely day and a large crowd! Check out the current exhibit which is objects created by mid-century architects. I won the raffle at the party!  4 tickets to see the Farnswoth House in Plano, IL outside of Chicago. I can't wait to go!

Mid-Century Modern Architecture Tour-Sheldon Art Galleries

Don’t miss this tour of 3 fabulous Mid-Century Modern homes on  Sunday, June 3!  This is a rare opportunity to view some great designs by important Modern architects. This year, the tour features a home by Paul Rudolph, in conjunction with the Sheldon’s exhibit Made in the Shade: Paul Rudolph’s Florida Houses Revisited, as well as homes by William Adair Bernoudy and Isadore Shank.   A pre-tour talk by Andrew Raimist, AIA is scheduled for Noon on Sunday, June 3 at the Sheldon Art Galleries.  Busses board at 1:00. 1:30, 2:00 and 2:30 from the Sheldon’s parking lot.  VIP Patron bus at 4:00 from the Bernoudy House.  

Pre-reserved seating only! More information below.  Proceeds from the tour benefit the exhibitions and education programs of the Sheldon Art Galleries.  Pass it on!

 For Tickets Visit http://www.thesheldon.org/architecture.asp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PROMO's Urbanaire Party

Last night was PROMO's 5th annual Urbanaire Party. The weather was perfect! The stylish party was held under the stars at the Dwight Davis Tennis Center. You must come next year!

SHELDON ART GALLERIES PRESENTS MID-CENTURY MODERN ARCHITECTURE TOUR

The Sheldon Art Galleries presents the 2012 Mid-Century Modern Architecture Tour, to benefit the Sheldon Art Galleries, Sunday, June 3, 2012. Scheduled tour busses will depart 1 p.m.; 1:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. from the Sheldon Art Galleries, 3648 Washington Blvd. All seats are reserved. Reservations required. Proceeds benefit the exhibitions and educational programs of the Sheldon Art Galleries. The event is made possible in part by Pairings A Catering Company, Chris Kaplan and Ted Wight.

 

The third annual Sheldon Art Galleries architecture tour features three significant homes designed by Paul Rudolph (1918-1997), William Adair Bernoudy (1910-1988) and Isadore Shank (1902-1992) in Warson Woods, Town and Country and Ladue. This is a rare opportunity to view some of the best examples of modernist and mid-century design in St. Louis. The Sheldon Art Galleries will be open from 12 – 2 p.m. for viewing of Made in the Shade: Paul Rudolph’s Florida Houses Revisited and a Gallery Talk by Andrew Raimist, Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts, on the architects featured on the tour will be held at 12 p.m. in Bernoudy Gallery of Architecture at The Sheldon.

 

Tickets are $25 in advance and go on sale Monday, May 14 at 10 a.m. Reservations are required. Student tickets are $15 with I.D. Free first come, first served parking available at The Sheldon. Seating is limited and busses are reserved seating only. Tickets available through MetroTix at 314-534-1111 or at www.TheSheldon.org.

 

Cornerstone Tickets are $250. Cornerstone tour begins at 4 p.m., departing from the Bernoudy house. Cornerstone tickets include a private champagne bus tour, a cocktail reception at an additional tour home and exclusive after party at the Bernoudy house, a tax deduction and special gift. Tickets are limited! For more details and reservations for Cornerstone tickets, call The Sheldon’s Development Department at 314-533-9900 or e-mail Lauren Wilhite at lwilhite@thesheldon.org.

 

Co-Chairs: Phyllis Langsdorf and Andrea Powers-Schankman

 

Committee: John C. Guenther, FAIA, LEED AP; Esley Hamilton; Chris Kaplan; Barbara McDonnell; Andrew Raimist, AIA; and Ted Wight.

Dining Out for Life- last Thursday @ Home in Maplewood

Last Thursday I helped host Home Wine Kitchen in Maplewood on Manchester with a group of friends for Dining Out for Life. It was the first time that I have eaten there. The food was wonderful.

Wall Ball 2012 Pics

Last night was the annual Wall Ball at 3rd Degree Glass on Delmar.  Wall Ball benefits SCOSaG (South City Open Studio and Gallery)  I was the successful bidder of my first Fern Taylor piece! This is a great party....make sure you go next year!

 

Wall Ball is this Saturday!

The super fun and super arty party is this weekend!.  Find out more HERE.

 

Modern STL Holiday Party

Tonight I went to the Modern STL Holiday party at a fun Sappington/ Crestwood house.  What a fun crowd!  Mid-century (MCM) enthusiast....design enthusiast....just cool people! You need to join this organization. Click HERE for more information!

Opening Night Pictures from Artist Jeff Kapfer's Open Night of his Exhibit

It was a packed crowd last night at the opening of Jeff Kapfer's Exhibit. Held at Julie Malone's SOHA Gallery on Macklind.

The artist...nick named...Bird Boy

Gallery owner/ artist Julie Malone and and artist Charlie Houska

And in the bathroom....I saw this piece of artwork! Peet Wollaeger eyes!

Modern STL Holiday Party....Members Only...Though You Can Join!

Want to go to a hip holiday party this year and mingle with the Mid-century enthusiast?  Last year it was fun....and even snowed! Join Modern STL today and get invited!  Click HERE for more information!

CWE Art Openings Last Friday

The stretch along McPherson in the Central West End was alive with activity. Duane Reed Gallery and the William Shearburn Gallery had exciting exhibit openings that brought the fun, arty crowd out! Atrium Gallery was also open...their new exhibit opens this coming Friday.

Fashion Week- ALIVE Magazine

Last night I attended ALIVE Magazine's Indulge Fashion Show at Plaza Frontenac. It certainly was a fashionable crowd and we got front row seats! Thanks Damon! Tonight I am going to their Liquid Style event down at the Hotel Lumiere.

Frank Lloyd Wright House at Ebsworth Park Benefit- Last Sunday

Last Sunday I attended the benefit at the FLW House in Ebsworth Park. There is a wonderful exhibit going on through the Fall in the house of miniature notable buildings. Now is an ideal time to see the Frank Lloyd Wright home and an interesting exhibit. Click HERE for more information.

Below is a little video that I took of Erin Bode performing. I have never heard her in person...I am now a fan! She had to compete with the cicadas. My video skills are going to improve.

 

Frank Lloyd Wright House Benefit- Sunday, June 5th

The 10th anniversary celebration benefit for the Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park is this Sunday. Tickets are $150. This is late notice...so if you are interested in going....contact me directly via tedwight@aol.com and I will see tickets are still available.

With Andy Cohen of Bravo

This is from last month, though below is my picture from the COCAcabana party last month with Andy Cohen of Bravo. And no.....I was not cast in one of his reality shows.

FYI...the COCAcabana party was so much fun!

Dining Out For Life @ Terrene...last Thursday

I think this is about the 5th year that I and a group of friends have hosted Terrene in the Central West End for Dining Out for Life. We had a full restaurant and raised a nice amount of money for St. Louis Effort for AIDS. Terrene's food and service were perfect, as usual! They have a new dessert item that is so yummy! Homemade donuts served warm with a cup of thick chocolate that is perfect for dunking.

 

 

 

 
 
 

 

 

 

A Weekend of Parties

Friday night I attended the uber-fun Wall Ball party at Neo on Locust.  Wall Ball Benefits SCOSAG (St. Louis City Open Studio and Gallery).  I made it a point not to come home with another painting....I have run out of wall-space. Make sure you attend next year.

 

Yesterday I attended Food Outreach's Tasteful Affair held at the Chase. Of course the food was yummy!  Bryan Young's ribs were exceptional....Sam Orlando's Shepard's Pie served in martini glasses was special....I think I ended up being the top bidder on a grill!

The theme was James Bond....thus the golden girl below....

Modern STL Party Pics @ a Stunning Chesterfield Mid-century Home

Here are some pictures from the Modern STL Party last month that was taken at a stunning Chesterfield home of one of the Board members.  I remember showing this house to a client when it was for sale a few years ago.  The owners did a great job with it....and look at the dynamite furniture.  It sits on a Bluff overlooking the valley near the Page Extension.  Join this fun group today...click HERE.

 

The Green Ball 2011

 

A Tasteful Affair- Dine Another Day...Coming Soon! Sun. April 10th

Last night I attended the Kick-off Ticket Selling Party for A Tasteful Affair 23- Dine Another Day. The gathering was held at a lovely contemporary home in Clayton Gardens. The chefs of Food Outreach prepared yummy appetizers to help us gain strength to sell tickets to this fun event.

This wonderful party benefits Food Outreach which provides wholesome meals to people afflicted with cancer and AIDS. Over 40 culinary creators will have booths set up around The Chase's Khorassen Ballroom letting you sample the best that they have to offer. You must get to Bryan Young's ribs early....they are always the first to run out.  So good! There is also a large silent and oral auction.

Sunday, April 10th

VIP Tickets that include a preview party from 1-2 PM and regular access are $123 each

Regular Tickets for access from 2-5 pm are $50 each

I am selling tickets and would love to provide you with some.  E-mail me with how many tickets you would like and I will give you instructions on where to send payment.  tedwight@aol.com

 

Neiman Marcus Fashion Rules Show

Last night I attended Neiman Marcus' Fashion Rules Party to benefit Food Outreach. The party-goers were treated to a fashion show highlighting the best that Spring has to offer!

 

Lola Van Ella @ The Vital Voice's 30th Anniversary Party

On Saturday, January 15th The Vital Voice Magazine celebrated their 30th Anniversary @ Lumen in Mid-town. A special treat was a performance by St. Louis' favorite burlesque performer....Lola Van Ella. See a PG rated clip below!

An Evening of Art Openings

Last night I went to the fabulous openings at the Atrium and William Shearburn Galleries- on McPherson in the CWE.  Both were packed and had must-see exhibits. Look a few days back on my blog for specifics about the shows.

Modern STL Blast-off

Last night I popped into the official blast-off event for a fun group called Modern STL.  I was impressed how many people attended the event at The Atomic Cowboy on Manchester in The Grove. Check out their site at:  www.modern-stl.com   I joined for only $20.  This organization was founded to celebrate and preserve the mid-century gems of St. Louis.  Join today!

 

 

ALIVE Magazine...Men of Style Event

Last night I attended ALIVE Magazine's Men of Style Event held at Saks Fifth Avenue. The event benefited Food Outreach. Saks put on a stylish runway show of men's fashions and then five men were honored for being...Men of Style! It all made me realize that I need new clothes.

Lemonime Catering

On Sunday I attended the kick-off of Lemonime Catering. This new venture of David Lauber and Satoshi Kina's has an asian-inspired menu of delicible foods. I sampled it all and thought each piece served was a masterpiece.  Think about using them for your next party or corporate event.  314-518-7863  lemonime@gmail.com

(Paintings below are: Bird Series- Jeff Kapfer; Lines- Michael Hoffman)

Thirst For Life .....this Thursday!

5th Annual Thirst For Life

Thursday, August 26th 2010

 

Satisfy your thirst and ensure people helping pets help people.

 

More than 25 establishments will donate 20% or more of their beverage sales on August 26th to support Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS), a program of Saint Louis Effort for AIDS.

Visit a participating establishment to support the furry family members of PAWS.  Grab a lavish latte or monumental martini!

The PAWS program is funded entirely by individual gifts, Thirst for Life donations and additional private donations.  With limited funding, PAWS is only able to serve 54 of the 91 pets in need of support.  Your participation is so vital to our communitity!