Last week I shared pictures of Western Bowl and how all the bowling-related equipment was being removed from the building. [click here to read previous post].
Today I drove by and spotted the last of the equipment in the parking lot – awaiting transportation elsewhere.
At this point I think it is safe to assume we will not see someone reopen this as a bowling alley. We do need to think, as a community, what we’d like to see occupy the space.
– Steve
Local Architect Frank Scherr is hosting a meet & greet at his office/home located at 3137 Meramec (across from St. Anthony of Padua). Refreshments will be served. Stop by, have a drink and chat with Steve Patterson. Talk with other volunteers and supporters. This is not a fundraiser so we won’t be asking for money – just good conversation!
I look forward to seeing everyone Wednesday evening.
– Steve
Don’t forget the 25th Ward Aldermanic debate is tonight at the Gretchen Inn, 7pm. Meramec @ Grand. – Steve
Over on my Urban Review – St. Louis site I have just posted an entry about the church, including pictures. Check it out.
– Steve
Like many in St. Louis I was disappointed by the list of churches announced on Friday. One of the most disappointing is the closing, oh excuse me, “suppression” of Resurrection of Our Lord Church on Meramec.
First, this church and all the others on the closing list are an important part of their respective communities. But this closing, along with St. Hedwig Church and St. Anthony School, are all in the 25th Ward – the Ward in which I am seeking to become the Alderman. The tower at Resurrection can be seen from great distances.
For years I’ve admired Resurrection. I’m a modernist and this is one of the best modern churches I’ve ever seen. Walking along Meramec it draws you up the steps and into the front door. The alignment of one set of doors with the old school across the street is brilliant. Parking, as it should be for a neighborhood church, is limited and at the back off the alley.
The future of the buildings of this parish are uncertain at this point. If you have not had a chance to see this church I strongly suggest you do so before it closes.
– Steve