Photography courtesy of World Chess Hall of Fame
Let Them Eat Art | July 9
Downtown Maplewood pays tribute to Bastille Day with a creative festival featuring live music and art demonstrations, family-friendly activities and entertainment from Circus Harmony and the St. Louis Hoop Club, and, of course, plenty of food and drink from the neighborhood's restaurants. 6–10 p.m. Downtown Maplewood.
Ophira Eisenberg | July 9
The host of NPR’s Ask Me Another comes to St. Louis for two shows, hosted by A-List–winning comedian Yale Hollander. It promises to be an intelligent, hilarious night of standup. $20. 7 & 9:30 p.m. The Gaslight Theater, 358 N. Boyle.
Steve Ewing | July 9
The Urge frontman and restaurateur performs at the Edwardsville City Park Bandstand as part of the Arts in City Park series. In addition to performing the band's hits, Ewing will perform a mix of covers and new music. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chair or a blanket. Free. 8 p.m. Edwardsville City Park, 101 S. Buchanan, Edwardsville, Illinois.
Check, Please! | Through January 30, 2022
Food and chess both bring people together. This exhibit at the World Chess Hall of Fame features food- and drink-themed chess sets and tableware. There are more than 150 artifacts on display, including photographs, glassware, aprons, menus, kitchen towels, and more. (The exhibit's also the inspiration for Hole 2 at the Golf the Galleries installation at The Sheldon.) $3 suggested donation. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat, Mon, Tue. 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Wed–Fri, noon–5 p.m. Sun. World Chess Hall of Fame, 4652 Maryland.
Decked Out Divas | July 9
Jade Sinclair hosts a late-night drag show, featuring several St. Louis divas. Enjoy a cocktail and a show while floating along the Mississippi. $23. Riverboats at the Gateway Arch, 50 S. Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd.
