Melissa Meinzer

St. Louis

Freelancer, Arts, News and Events at St. Louis Magazine

Editor in Chief at Out In STL

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Articles

Silver Ballroom Celebrates 15 Years Of Punk And Pinball

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Max Havey |Christine Jackson |Carrie Zukoski |Melissa Meinzer

The tenets of punk rock and pinball have always been part of the core ethos of The Silver Ballroom—the Bevo bar where the punk soundtrack is punctuated by the sounds of a dozen or so pinball machines pinging, whirring, and spouting out signature lines from featured characters. When the bar opened in April 2010, Silver Ballroom was one of the few bars in the greater St. Louis area where people could come together, drink, and play pinball.
Blues CEO Sees Hockey Lifting Downtown—and St. Louis’ Mood, Too | St. Louis Magazine

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Sarah Fenske |Nicholas Phillips |Ryan Krull |Melissa Meinzer

It’s been a great week for hockey in St. Louis: Over the weekend, tens of thousands of fans flocked to Enterprise Center for the NCAA’s Frozen Four tournament, and on Tuesday, the St. Louis Blues clinched a playoff spot with their 6–1 win against Utah. For Chris Zimmerman, president and CEO of business operations for the Blues, it’s a time of great excitement—and not just for hockey fans.
Scenic Golf Courses Across The Midwest | St. Louis Magazine

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Megan Rubenstein |Jen Roberts |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe

While there are plenty of beautiful golf courses across the St. Louis area, there are also many opportunities to combine golf with travel—and with so many options, there’s no need to go far. Featuring water elements, gorgeous clubhouses, and access to nearby restaurants, attractions, and relaxation, here are just a handful of places to consider for your next golf-focused road trip.
CITY SC's Conrad Wallem Focuses On The Details And Staying Nimble

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Justin Horneker |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe |Sarah Fenske

Conrad Wallem arrived at St. Louis CITY SC this winter on loan from SK Slavia Prague. And while CITY has struggled to produce goals in the face of key injuries, Wallem has proven to be a sort of Swiss Army knife for the club. Through the beginning of manager Olof Mellberg’s era in St. Louis, the 24-year-old midfielder has started seven matches up and down the formation. Wallem has pushed high on the right, dropped low on the left, and everything in between.
5 Design Rules Worth Following

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe |Sarah Fenske |Ryan Krull

Step into Three French Hens in Wildwood, and you’ll quickly understand why owner Rae Sutton is one of the region’s most trusted voices in interior design. Her curated showroom is filled with warmth, texture, and a comforting sense of cohesion—proof that following your heart and a few smart rules can go hand in hand when it comes to home décor. “I often tell clients and friends to follow their hearts regarding interior design,” Rae says.
A Home In Grantwood Village Hits The Market

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Caroline Kopsky |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe |Sarah Fenske

1929 Spanish Mediterranean Originality This home has curb appeal with a capital C, and its white stucco exterior and red-brick accents, including the clay tile roof, speak to its 1920s architecture. Beautiful details abound inside, starting with the original inlay wood floors on the first floor, Italian stone floors in the sunroom, and stained glass windows throughout the home. The living room alone boasts an Italian stone fireplace, gorgeous millwork, and arched entries.
Soul On Fire Will Get Nationwide Release This October

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Sarah Fenske |Melissa Meinzer |Christine Jackson |George Mahe

John O’Leary’s remarkable life story has been an inspirational speech, a book, and a movie production. Now it’s a major motion picture—coming soon to a theater near you. An adaptation of O’Leary’s book On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life, Soul on Fire depicts how the 9-year-old O’Leary nearly burned to death, only to find redemption and meaning through some mentors that included Cardinals announcer Jack Buck.
New Grants Reward WashU Alums Starting Companies In St. Louis

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Nicholas Phillips |Ryan Krull |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe

Plenty of WashU alumni launch companies—though they commonly leave St. Louis to do it. Starting this week, there will be a potential perk to staying here. On Thursday, WashU’s Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship will announce the inaugural winner(s) of “Venture Network Follow-on Investments.” Up to $150,000 will go each year to companies of WashU alumni who’ve already received money from Arch Grants and plan to stay in St. Louis.
Arch Eats: Oldest Restaurants In St. Louis

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe |Sarah Fenske |Ryan Krull

Sure, we could talk about the oldest restaurants in St. Louis—but let’s be honest, age doesn’t always mean excellence. In this episode of Arch Eats co-hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr spotlight over a dozen iconic eateries continue to deliver with character and consistency. The youngest is 50 years old; the oldest is 127. Let your cravings guide you back in time—and maybe back to the table—at one of these beloved culinary institutions.
Clean-slate Legislation In Missouri Sees Bipartisan Push

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Nicholas Phillips |Ryan Krull |Sarah Fenske |Melissa Meinzer

This article first appeared in the Solutions newsletter. Click here to learn more and sign up. The idea of a “clean slate” is simple. If you’ve been convicted of a nonviolent crime, finished your sentence, and kept your nose clean for a while, then—the thinking goes—you should be able to get on with your life. Everyone wins if you do. But your criminal history is like a stain. Potential landlords and employers may spot it on a background check and recoil.