TGE SG Directory 2026

4 2026 | Tower Grove East & South Grand Community Directory Welcome to the South Grand and Tower Grove East Neighborhoods On behalf of the Tower Grove East Neighborhood Association (TGENA), thank you for being part of this neighborhood—whether you’ve lived here for decades, or you just arrived. Tower Grove East is defined not only by its historic homes, parks and streetscapes, but also by the energy of South Grand and the other independent businesses that make this neighborhood one of St. Louis’ most attractive places to live. Our restaurants, shops and small storefronts are part of the neighborhood’s fabric, and they need residents to support them whenever possible. This year marks the 60th anniversary of TGENA. That longevity reflects the fact that neighbors have been doing the work of community-building here for generations—showing up, organizing, solving problems, welcoming newcomers, and taking the long view. We’re proud to be the present stewards, and always excited to get new folks involved. TGENA exists to help Tower Grove East remain stable, safe, welcoming, and well-connected over the long haul. In practice, that means building community through events, supporting neighborhood safety and quality-of-life efforts, sharing timely information, and offering a respectful forum for residents to engage on issues that affect the neighborhood and the built environment. This directory is one tool in that effort; it’s meant to make it easier to find people, places, and points of connection. EASY WAYS TO PLUG IN You do not need to be an “organization person” to participate. If you want a simple starting point, show up once. If you have more capacity, volunteer periodically. Either way, your presence matters. Membership meetings: • General Membership Meetings: 4th Tuesday (typically) at Stray Dog Theatre (check the calendar for time and occasional location changes). Community-building and neighborhood connection: • Quarterly “Tower Grove East Adventures”: Informal outings let neighbors meet neighbors and learn the area—often with a South Grand tie-in. • Garden and Orchard events: Seasonal gatherings and workdays that strengthen our shared green spaces and build community knowledge. Hands-on neighborhood stewardship: • Monthly tree-trimming and trash pickup events: Practical, visible improvements—great for meeting neighbors while doing something concrete. South Grand happenings: • Please keep an eye on the South Grand calendar for festivals, promotions and seasonal events. These are a major part of neighborhood life, and they’re also an easy way to invite a friend into the community.