We’re joined by the teams at the Gateway Arch and Gateway Arch at the Riverboats to discuss end of year plans and looking forward to 2025. One of the best parts of our city is the Gateway Arch, this man made monument is special to everyone who calls this city home.

Pam, the Program Manager, Museum Services and Interpretation at the Gateway Arch National Park talks through 2025 plans and updates on the Old Courthouse, programming at the Arch and more.

In this two-part episode, we’re also joined by Amber, the Director at the Riverboats. The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch is one of our favorite bucket list items. We chat with Amber on future plans and holiday experiences you can enjoy with the whole family.

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We’re joined by Randy Girsch, Vice President, Community Development & Event Management: Executive Director of Blues for Kids Foundation. Blues for Kids, the charitable trust of the St. Louis Blues, has a mission to positively impact programs and services that improve health and wellness of youth in the St. Louis area.

Thanks to the commitment of Blues players, alumni, volunteers and fans, Blues for Kids has contributed more than $11 million to the St. Louis community.

Blues for Kids focuses on four areas of giving, which include cancer care and awareness, health and wellness, education and youth hockey development.

Through our partnership with First Community Credit Union, we talk with Randy about his background, growing up in South Florida and finding a home with the St. Louis Blues organization.

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We hosted our friends at Vetta Sports on the podcast. Vetta Sports was founded in 1988 with the mission of providing high-quality sports programs and facilities to the St. Louis community. Initially starting with indoor soccer, Vetta quickly expanded its offerings to include tennis, volleyball, fitness programs, and more, becoming a multi-sport hub for youth and adults. Over the years, Vetta has grown significantly and now operates multiple locations across the greater St. Louis area.

As of today, Vetta Sports has 11 locations, including:

• Concord x 2 (offering indoor soccer, tennis, and pickleball)
• St. Charles (indoor soccer for kids and adults + camps)
• Manchester (soccer, leagues, and fitness)
• Vetta 70 (soccer, inline hockey, multi-sport programs)
• Soccerdome (indoor soccer)
• Vetta Racquet Sports - West (tennis and pickleball)
• Vetta Sunset - (tennis and pickleball)
• Vetta Gametime - (pickleball, outdoor soccer and volleyball)
• Vetta Woodlands - (indoor soccer and outdoor soccer)
• Frontenac Racquet Club (tennis and pickleball on newly renovated courts)

These locations are dedicated to providing top-notch facilities and a wide range of leagues, classes, and recreational opportunities for all ages and skill levels, making Vetta Sports a staple in the region's sports community.

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