March 09th, 2005
St. Louis Small Business Expo

The St. Louis Small Business Monthly's annual business expo is an event where you can meet business owners, small business supporters, potential customers and suppliers. The event will be held at Orlando Gardens in Dorsett Village Plaza at Dorsett & McKelvey. Free admission and parking, complimentary snacks and cash bar. Register online.
Hours: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Phone: 314-569-0076
Web: sbmon.com

March 10th - 13th, 2005
Spring Home and Garden Show

The Home and Garden Show is a showcase of home and garden products and services featuring kitchens, baths, building products, pools, spas and seminars on home topics. The event will be at the America's Center & Edward Jones Dome.
Hours: Thu-Sat 11:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sun 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Cost: Adults: $8.00; Children 6-12: $3.00 ; Children 5 & Under: Free
Phone: 314-342-5000
Web: stlhomeshow.com

March 12th, 2005
36th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

St. Patrick's Day Run and Parade begins with the five-mile run at 9:30 am and the parade starting around 12:00 pm. An added feature this year is an Irish Village in Kiener Plaza, which will be open from 8:30 am until 3:00 pm. The Irish-themed village will feature food and beverage from St. Louis restaurants, Irish specialties and merchandise for sale, free face painting, free children's play area, and much more.
Hours: Run starts at 9:30 am; Parade starts at 12:00 pm; Irish Village 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Phone: 314-241-7587
Web: irishparade.org