1. Courtney Pendant Lamp by Stray Dog Designs, available through Green With Glamour. “Oh, so glamorous! I love this modern take on the chandelier. But the greatest thing is that it would work so well in a traditional space as well, adding just the right touch of ooh la la!” – Judy Uelk, Editor-in-Chief (Photo courtesy of www.greenwithglamour.com)

2. Seagrass Sleigh Bed from Pottery Barn. “Create your in-home retreat with the Seagrass Sleigh Bed from Pottery Barn. Earthy and earth-friendly, this bed combines the traditional sleigh design with bohemian-chic style. Who doesn’t want a vacation every night?” – Lauren Schrader, Art Director (Photo courtesy of www.potterybarn.com)

3. Vintage indoor/outdoor turquoise metal table and four chairs with green and white paisley seating from Gardenhouse. “This set defines vintage gone modern. It’s charming and green – in more ways than one!” – Denise Candice, Account Executive (Photo courtesy of www.gardenhousedecor.com)

4. Set of Four Patterned Bamboo Plates from Viva Terra. “Lively and lovely, these sustainable and biodegradable plates would pack a colorful punch at an outdoor soiree this summer. Even more, they’re dishwasher-safe, making clean-up a breeze.” – Katie Underhill, Managing Editor (Photo courtesy of www.vivaterra.com)

5. Black & White Squares by Amy Eisenfeld Genser. “There’s something so special about owning a unique, one-of-a-kind piece of art, and what better to start off or complete your collection than the addition of an eye-cathing, eco-friendly piece like this one by Amy Eisenfeld Genser? Using only recycled paper and non-toxic ink, she has created a work of art that combines texture, depth and slight peek-a-boos of color on a neutral plane for a finished product that exudes beauty and sparks intrigue.” – Jenna Dunbar, Marketing Coordinator (Photo courtesy of www.amygenser.com)

April 15
Cocktail Party with Paul Burrell at Three French Hens
You’re cordially invited to a private cocktail party with Paul Burrell, best-known as Princess Diana’s butler and for his 21 years of service to the British Royal Family. His knowledge and expertise are evident in two casual, eclectic English country furniture collections by Highland House, available at Three French Hens. Guests can also listen to Paul, Fox News correspondent for the Royal Wedding, give the latest details about the wedding on April 29. The private cocktail party will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door, with proceeds benefitting Whole Kids Outreach. For more information, call 636-458-8033 or visit www.threefrenchhensantiques.com.

April 16-17
17th Annual Grand South Grand House & Garden Tour
Tour architecturally rich homes throughout five St. Louis neighborhoods, all linked by South Grand Boulevard: Compton Height, Compton Hill Reservoir Square, Shaw, Tower Grove East and Tower Grove Heights. The tour will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 the day of the tour, with discount rates for groups of ten or more. Advance tickets can be purchased at Gringo Jones Imports, Botanicals Design Studio, the Missouri Botanical Garden in the Garden Gate Gift Shop, or by phone at 314-567-2030. The famous Magic Chef Mansion, built in 1908 for Charles Stockstrom, founder of the Magic Chef Stove Company, is on tour this year, in addition to several other incredible homes. Tours begin at the South Grand entrance to Tower Grove Park (at Pestalozzi), where free parking and free shuttles are available. Free parking is available in the park and free shuttles are available throughout the tour. Click here for more information or to order tickets online.

April 17
2011 St. Louis Earth Day Festival
Celebrate Earth Day on the Muny Grounds in Forest Park from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Attracting more than 27,000 attendees annually, the St. Louis Earth Day Festival is the oldest and largest Earth Day Festival in the Midwest. Two stages of live music, cultural performances, food vendors and businesses and organizations that will share helpful information on eco-friendly ideas and practices. For more information, visit www.stlouisearthday.org.

There will be an e-cycling drive at the Ballpark Village Lot today and tomorrow: Wednesday, April 28, from noon to 6 p.m. and Thursday, April 29, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Please bring unused or unwanted electronics to the Ballpark Village Lot, located at the corner of Walnut Street and South Broadway. Each day, the first 1,000 people to donate will receive a coupon  for a buy one, get one free Cardinals ticket. It costs nothing to donate, and electronics will be accepted in any condition. Please email dispatch@witsinc.org for pickup service. Stop by to see Fredbird and Mayor Slay, who will kick off the event today by making the first donation at 12:15 p.m. This e-cycling drive is courtesy of Paradowski Creative, the Partnership for Downtown St. Louis, Waste Management and WITS. Click here for more information about Cardinals Green Week.

The 21st Annual St. Louis Earth Day Festival will take place on Sunday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Muny Grounds in Forest Park. This eco-fabulous event will include two stages of live music, cultural performances, local cuisine and family-friendly, hands-on activities. In addition, more than 275 environmentally responsible artists, food vendors, educational exhibitors, businesses and organizations will be on hand to share ideas on how we can learn to live every day like it’s Earth Day. The festival will kick off with the popular All Species Parade with the help of Mayor Francis Slay. For more information, visit www.stlouisearthday.org.

Other Earth Day events this weekend include:

Chesterfield Earth Day
Saturday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This 19th Annual Earth Day festival, hosted  by the city of Chesterfield, is titled “Water’s Where It’s At!” with a focus on what local families can do to keep our watershed cleaner. More than 50 exhibitors will be showcasing green services and selling environmentally friendly products, including rain barrels, recycled glass art and native Missouri wildflowers. This event takes place at Central Park, 16365 Lydia Hill Dr. For more information, visit www.chesterfield.mo.us.

Earth Day at the Missouri Botanical Garden
Saturday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn about healthy living from the environmental organizations of Earth Share of Missouri. Behind-the-scenes greenhouse tours will take place at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., and there will be live music on Spoehrer Plaza from 1 to 3 p.m. The Missouri Botanical Garden is located at 4344 Shaw Blvd. For more information, visit www.mobot.org.

Earth Day at Kirkwood Farmers’ Market
Saturday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Specialists from Kirkwood Living Green will demonstrate how to compost, build a rain garden, plant an organic garden and make your home more energy-efficient. Peter Laufersweiler, Kirkwood’s horticulturist and arborist, will share information about the new Kirkwood Community Garden and more. The Kirkwood Farmers’ Market is located at 150 E. Argonne Dr. For more information, visit www.downtownkirkwood.com.

Earth Day Party at Greenscape Gardens
Saturday, April 24 at 10 a.m.
“Native Plants for the Urban Landscape with Justin McCoy.” Learn how plants can be beneficial as well as beautiful in urban landscapes. Greenscape Gardens is located at 2832 Barrett Station Rd. For more information, visit www.greenscapegardens.com.

Pedal for the Planet
Sunday, April 25 at 9:30 a.m.
Explore the natural ecosystems of Forest Park using pedal power as the mode of transportation. Registration for this free event begins at 9 a.m., and a 6-mile, naturalist-led tour begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum’s north entrance in Forest Park. For more information, visit www.mohistory.org.

Chaumette Winery

Participating wineries include Cave Vineyard, Charleville Vineyard, Chaumette Vineyards & Winery, Sainte Genevieve Winery, Sand Creek Vineyard & Winery and Twin Oaks Vineyard & Winery. The cost is $25 per person, which includes a complimentary wine glass and 10 percent off wine purchases made that day. Click here to purchase a Jour de la Terre "passport," or call Sainte Genevieve Winery at 1-800-398-1298.

April 5-11 – The Kirkwood Farmers Market
This St. Louis favorite, which features locally grown produce and so much more, has opened for the season, so stop by Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, and Sunday (hours vary by vendor). For more information, visit www.downtownkirkwood.com.

April 8 – Adult Class: Rain Barrel Workshop
Discover the benefits of having a rain barrel at home. Members of the River Des Peres Watershed Coalition will conduct a brief introductory discussion on placement, construction, and other considerations followed by a hands-on session where participants will make their own barrel to take home. Kim Petzing and members of the River Des Peres Watershed Coalition will conduct the class, and it will take place at The Green Center: 8025 Blackberry Avenue from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $45 for Missouri Botanical Garden members and $55 for nonmembers. For questions, call 314-577-0220.

April 9-10 – Container Gardening Clinic
This year's container gardening clinic will feature the expert designers of Greenscape Gardens and provide inspiration galore! Learn how to arrange professional-quality planters for your own front porch by following basic design criteria. The class begins at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.greenscapegardens.com.

April 10 – Eco-Art Festival at St. Louis Community College
“Sustainability: It’s an Art” is a juried art exhibition and festival featuring art activities for people of all ages. Talented St. Louis artists will be on hand to give demonstrations, and hands-on art activities will take place throughout the afternoon. The festival will take place from noon to 3 p.m. at St. Louis Community College Wildwood. For more information, contact Debbie Ward at dward106@stlcc.edu or call 636-422-2241.

Photo by Greg Rannells

To kick off the celebration, here are some eco-education opportunities for learning how to live a greener life:

Saturday, April 3 – Edible Gardening with Soil-Tek
Learn to grow edibes in your yard or on your patio, and learn the secrets to a successful garden: it's all in the soil! Soil-Tek's system can turn anybody into a green thumb.
10 a.m.
Greenscape Gardens, 2832 Barrett Station Rd.
For more information, call 314-821-2440 or visit www.greenscapegardens.com.

Saturday, April 3 – Back to Nature Veggie Gardening with Jamie Granger
Learn how to have a successful edible garden using natural methods, straight from a pro!
10:30 am
Greenscape Gardens, 2832 Barrett Station Rd.
For more information, call 314-821-2440 or visit www.greenscapegardens.com.

Saturday, April 3 – Adult Class: Composting Completely
Learn all about composting, including where to start. This class will cover teh basics, an assortment of bin types and structures, and the pros and cons of composting. Participants will leave with a simple outdoor bin and enough information to begin composting right away.
1-2:30 p.m.
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$25 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $30 nonmember
For more information, call 314-577-0220.