🌱 New Event Venue In Midtown + Rock, Chappelle Come To St. Louis

Good morning, St. Louis! I'm Miranda Fraraccio, and I'll be your new source for all the events, news, and general happenings in your town. Here is everything you need to know today in five minutes or less.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and much colder. High: 38 Low: 34.

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Here are the top three stories today in St. Louis:

1. A new event venue is set to open in Midtown St. Louis. The Smith at The MOTO Museum will be available for large and mid-sized events such as weddings, corporate events, and parties. When it isn't hosting an event, it will be open to the public to showcase its display a collection of European motorcycles. (KSDK.com)
2. Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle recently announced five additional dates for their U.S. tour, including a show in St. Louis. The comedians will be at the Enterprise Center on Sunday, Jan. 22. Tickets will go on sale Friday at 10:00 a.m. here. (KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis)
3. The City of St. Louis Water Division issued a precautionary boil advisory for parts of St. Louis that will last until further notice as the division completes its analysis of water samples. The affected areas include parts of North and South City due to power supply issues that will affect water pressure. (KSDK)

Today in St. Louis:

• Blood Drive At Saint Louis Galleria (1:00 PM)
• Book Bingo At Cliff Cave Branch Library (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Here's your chance for you and the family to meet Fredbird of the St. Louis Cardinals! The Cardinals will be hosting one of its Family Nights with Fredbird at the Cardinal National Restaurant & Bar on Wednesday, Jan. 11. Bring along your family to meet the St. Louis mascot and enjoy games, prizes, and a free meal for a child with each adult meal. (Riverfront Times)
• Nonalcoholic drinks are in right now for Dry January, and you don't have to look far for a well-crafted nonalcoholic drink. Check out these five St. Louis bars that are serving nonalcoholic beverages like cocktails, zero-proof wine, and spirit-free liquors. (Sauce Magazine)
• Calling all new year house hunters! Check out this roundup of properties to recently hit the market in the St. Louis area, including a two-bedroom, one-bathroom brick house and a six-bedroom, five-bathroom home. (St. Louis Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.