Monday, February 4, 2008

Starting up!

A Skinker DeBaliviere Centennial committee has been formed and is making plans for a House Tour on May 11, 2008, an updated neighborhood history volume, an oral history project in partnership with the Missouri Historical Society, and a culmination celebration on October 11, 2008 at the Four Corners. Links to other websites that will provide information on these events are provided.
We urge you to contribute your ideas, ask questions, volunteer, and provide your opinions and reminiscences for inclusion in The Times of Skinker DeBaliviere and/or the history projects.
This should be a special year. Already at least two blocks have planned block parties.
We need your photos of the neighborhood, its people and events, too. We will be sure to return all such materials.

1 comment:

Jo Ann Vatcha said...

What a great idea! We'll be able to tap into all the fine minds and memories of our neighbors young and old. As we proceed through our centennial year, our celebration will be greatly impacted by our collection of thoughts on the blog. Working on our book and oral history project is such an exciting way to show others what makes our neighborhood great.