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It's hard to ignore the energy that has enveloped St. Louis as our
charming city has experienced an incredible renaissance with no slow
down in sight. A vital part of this transformation has been the return
of young professionals that both live and work in the region. In an
effort to celebrate and raise awareness about St. Louis' resurgence,
FOCUS St. Louis is facilitating more than 40 young professional organizations
synchronizing their efforts in October to reach out to those members of
the community that are not aware of the opportunities to get involved.
"Connect With . . . " aims to showcase all the interesting and unique
facets of St. Louis, whether it is arts and culture, community service,
diversity initiatives, professional development or networking. It's a
groundbreaking effort that St. Louisans should be proud of. We chose paper
dolls to symbolize this spirit of collaboration and connection because we
must all work together and take ownership of St. Louis in order to ensure
its continued growth.
Get out. Make a new friend. Make a difference. Become part of the fabric
of your city.
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Featured Story:
About a year ago, when the United Way GenNext program was forming and I was asked to participate, I had no idea that my involvement in the organization would provide me with not only a network of contacts, but a network of friends. I am currently job searching and have had various amounts of help from GenNext members. Perhaps more importantly than the help of finding a job, is seeing friendly faces at meetings of people who always ask how things are going with me. I am truly thankful for my involvement in GenNext and the friends I have made there.
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What's Happening:
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Featured Event:
Bridges Happy Hour - Building Trust & Friendship Across Lines of Race
Friday, October 19, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
F15teen, 1900 Locust
FOCUS St. Louis invites members and friends to mix it up with professionals of all races and cultures at the Bridges Happy Hour.
FOCUS St. Louis is presenting this event in partnership with Metropolis St. Louis, Professional Organization of Women, River City Professionals, St. Louis Business Diversity Initiative, Stress Free Fridays and Urban League Young Professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to sign up for Bridges dinner groups which meet regularly to discuss issues of race and culture.
Reservations requested by contacting Reggie Williams at reggiew@focus-stl.org or 314-622-1250 x105.
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Featured Organization:
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ArtLink
ArtLink is the collaborative Young Friends program sponsored by the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, Laumeier Sculpture Park, and the Shakespeare Festival of St. Louis. ArtLink is a way for young adults in St. Louis to get involved with the arts in an exciting and fun environment, meet other people who share their interests, and learn about the organizations that promote the arts in St. Louis.
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