Blue Strawberry, Beyond Van Gogh, and Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalist Andrea Elliott
Long-term Illness Inspires a Children’s Book
At the age of 19 Sarah Kathryn was diagnosed with a rare disease that lead to her losing function in her arms. But instead of giving into despair she decided she wanted to be happy and got a service dog. Now the relationship she and her furry friend share is the inspiration for her new book Alice Eloise's Silver Linings.
Beyond Van Gogh
This immersive experience not only gives people the unique opportunity to step into a world of living artwork, but has also created many entertainment industry jobs in every city it has visited.
Invisible Child
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Andrea Elliott discusses her new book that chronicles the life of a girl whose indomitable spirit is tested by homelessness, poverty, and racism in the United States.
New Works at Duane Reed Gallery
Duane Reed Gallery is currently showing three new exhibits, including two new solo shows by Tom Lang and Ethan Meyer, both of whom use distinct methods to create art that viewers can't help but get pulled into.
Science Extends Life of Mice
A St. Louis based doctor is conducting research on an enzyme found in blood with levels that decline as people age. And his research in mice suggests a potential breakthrough that could theoretically apply to humans as well.
Blue Strawberry
After the Pandemic forced this burgeoning business to close it's doors, Blue Strawberry has reopened and bounced back, offering a wide variety of entertainment and delicious food in the Central West End.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
In this week's Veterans Day episode of Spotlight hear from family members of fallen soldiers honored and remembered on Art Hill this past September, meet a World War II veteran who served in the U.S. Army's all black 351st artillery unit, learn about the creative outlet MO Humanities has for veterans and their loved ones to share their experiences, discover how one veteran uses music to help other veterans, and enjoy America the Beautiful by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
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