Maven Logik Lee is a multidisciplinary artist, community cultivator, and cultural producer whose work uplifts identity, empowerment, and authentic expression. As Executive Producer of Tens Across the Board, a documentary inspired by their acclaimed Tens Project, Maven has brought the artistry of ballroom to audiences across the U.S. and abroad, earning features on PBS…
By Thresa Giles, CEO — Hope & Help of Central Florida The emergence of pre-exposure prophylaxis treatments (PrEP) for the prevention of HIV was a watershed moment in the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. However, for some people, remembering to take a daily pill can be a struggle. In addition, a stigma still exists surrounding…
For more than a decade, Matthew R. Kerns has been the fearless heart and visionary force behind St Lou Fringe, the region’s vibrant independent performing arts festival that champions bold voices, celebrates innovation, and ensures that the arts remain accessible to all. As President and Artistic Director, Kerns has transformed St Lou Fringe from a…
On the surface, the word socialite can sound frivolous. But for those who know how to harness the power of connection, being social can be a superpower—especially when it’s used in service of the community. “Maven of Mardi Gras” Luann Denten has done exactly that. As founder of The Krewe of Vices and Virtues…
Whether he’s mapping global growth strategies for companies like Centene Corporation, or speaking at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland, Arvan Chan brings a rare mix of strategic rigor and social commitment to the healthcare-and-impact sector. Arvan is not just an executive; he is a global thinker, a healthcare strategist, and an advocate for inclusive…
On the evening of December 4, the community came together to honor the 2025 Out In STL Luminaries and to celebrate the release of the latest issue. Taking place in the gorgeous event space at the new Academy of Therapeutic Esthetics and Massage (ATEAM), the event was hosted by Chris Andoe and Lucy Couture, and…
At 80 years old, beloved bartender Joe Hedley describes the three defining eras of his life as the three legs of a tripod: his time in the US Army, his years in San Francisco at the dawn of the AIDS crisis, and his 14 years at Just John. Though he has received awards from Fair…
Black Pride’s Randy Rafter was sitting in church when something the pastor said stuck with him: “It’s no longer time for moments. It’s time for a movement.” A man of service, Rafter took that message to heart—and made it his organization’s motto. In many ways, Rafter and Black Pride St. Louis are one and…
Mooneyham Art is proud to announce its Winter Showcase, a season of transformative storytelling through visual art. This dual exhibition features multidisciplinary artist Tai Davis and fine jeweler Joe Bova Conti, two creators whose life journeys and artistic practices embody resilience, reinvention, and radical authenticity. Opening Reception: December 6th, 5:00–9:00 PM Exhibition Dates: December 6th – February 13th Venue: Mooneyham Art LLC…
When my mother worked at the hometown Walmart when I was a boy in the 1970s, one rule was chiseled in granite: “Do not call me at work, ever — unless the house is on fire or somebody’s dying!” Mom practiced what she preached, so it was a shock thirty years ago this month when…
