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A Moving Story

St. Louis, two congregations—one Jewish, one Christian—came together under one roof for prayer, reflection, and community during a unique period in their histories.
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Growing Up in Lemay

Some 40 people decided to write a book about their beloved hometown of Lemay Missouri. The book is now in its 3rd publication.

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Girlhood

Thirty teens from twenty-seven countries in “Girlhood” share their own stories of growing up through diary entries and photographs.

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25th Anniversary Exhibition: Pulitzer Arts Foundation

In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the Pulitzer Arts Foundation presents Dialogues & Conversations, an exhibition organized by Emily Rauh Pulitzer.

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Meet the Artist - Malaika Tolford

Ceramics artist Malaika Tolford talks about her work, her love of creating functional pieces, and how she combines her passion for maps and geography into her art. Malaika will be on display at the ** 2026 Laumeier Art Fair ([link removed])
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Thursday April 9 @ 6pm
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This week on Spotlight, we celebrate us through everyday voices by sharing three powerful stories of identity, memory, and connection. In Growing Up Lemay, dozens of residents come together to preserve the spirit of their Missouri hometown through a community-written book now in its third printing. Then, Girlhood brings together the deeply personal voices of thirty teens from twenty-seven countries, opening their lives through diary entries and photographs that capture both the universal and unique experiences of growing up. And in A Moving Story, a church and synagogue in University City find new meaning in a shared space, building understanding and community by embracing each other’s traditions. Together, these stories highlight how everyday voices can shape, preserve, and unite us.
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