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• CITY SPROUTS read more ›
  (6354 Delmar Blvd. Tel. 314-726-9611)
  www.citysprouts.com
  This boutique for the exceptionally hip toddler is filled with clever clothes, toys and books, like a jungle animal croquet set and plush Deglingos rattles.
• EUCLID RECORDS read more ›
  (601 E Lockwood Ave. Tel. 314-961-8978)
  www.euclidrecords.com
  This music store right by Webster University isn’t just for college kids. The knowledgeable staff can help track down a rare single from years ago or point out something you might like but have never heard before.
• THE VINTAGE HABERDASHERY read more ›
  (3181 Morganford Rd. Tel. 314-772-1927)
  www.vintagehab.com
  Since 1982, this South St. Louis treasure has offered a collection of fun, retro attire for both men and women. If you’ve got a costume party coming up, this should be your first stop.

• MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION read more ›
  (2967 Barrett Station Rd. Tel. 314-965-6885)
  www.museumoftransport.org
  Bobby Darin’s “Dream Car” is here and it is as cool as it was in 1960. But even if you’re not a car fan (or don’t remember “Dream Lover”), you’ll enjoy the classic boats, old streetcars and antique trains at this museum.
• CASTLEWOOD STATE PARK read more ›
  (1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin. Tel. 636-227-4433)
  Between 1915 and 1940, residents of St. Louis got away from the city by taking the train to this spot for swimming, dancing and partying. Today, a 1,818-acre park preserves the history of the former resort.
• HOLOCAUST MUSEUM & LEARNING CENTER read more ›
  (12 Millstone Campus Dr. Tel. 314-432-0020)
  hmlc.org
  Visit this museum to explore a chronological history of the Holocaust through photos, artifacts, texts and personal accounts of survivors who immigrated to St. Louis.

• FITZ’S read more ›
  (6605 Delmar Blvd. Tel. 314-726-9555)
  fitzsrootbeer.com
  Kids will love this one-of-kind restaurant, where the staff brews and bottles their own root beer while you eat. It’s hard not to finish the gourmet burgers (try the chili Frito, made with sour cream, chili and corn chips), but you’ll want to save room for a root beer float. $$
• GIOVANNI’S ON THE HILL read more ›
  (5201 Shaw Ave. Tel. 314-772-5958)
  giovannisonthehill.com
  Located in St. Louis’ beloved Italian neighborhood, Giovanni’s is widely regarded as one of the city’s best Italian restaurants. Even Oprah eats here when she’s in town. In fact, the Pappardelle alla Bella Oprah, a pesto and ricotta dish made in her honor, is very popular. $$$
• SIDNEY STREET CAFÉ read more ›
  (2000 Sidney St. Tel. 314-771-5777)
  www.sidneystreetcafe.com
  Located in a century-old storefront, this place is all class. The bartenders are trained to make the perfect martini, which, when paired with a lobster turnover, makes a perfect meal. $$$

• DELMAR RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE read more ›
  (6235 Delmar Blvd. Tel. 314-725-6565)
  The word “swanky” gets thrown around a lot, but it really applies to this bar, which is set up like an old jazz club and offers an eclectic selection of martinis (the pomegranate martini is one of the best cocktails in town) and music provided by local jazz musicians and DJs.
• THE SCHLAFLY TAP ROOM read more ›
  (2100 Locust St. Tel. 314-241-2337)
  schlafly.com
  Enjoy the products of St. Louis’ other beer brewer at this hip pub. Located in a beautifully restored building, it also often showcases some of the town’s best bands.

• MAIN STREET, ST. CHARLES read more ›
  (10 miles northwest of St. Louis. )
  historicstcharles.com
  On the banks of the mighty Missouri River, this charming street has been preserved and is now packed with a number of great shops and eateries, many with outside seating, that are perfect for enjoying a spring day.

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Fun Fact!
Noted local surgeon Dr. Evarts Graham performed the first lung cancer operation in St. Louis in 1933.