5 Things To Do In The CWE This Weekend: July 30-August 2

From summer sales and specials to National Cheesecake Day — here are five things to do this weekend in the Central West End.

Treat Yourself on National Cheesecake Day | Drunken Fish

Thursday, July 30

Today is National Cheesecake Day — and for one day only — you can enjoy a decadent Strawberry or Apple Cheesecake Makimonos for just $7 (valued at $9.25) at Drunken Fish. This offer is available for lunch or dinner for dine-in, takeout, or delivery. For takeout and delivery, visit drunkenfish.com to order online. Add the cheesecake dessert of your choice (listed under Desserts) to your cart along with your other favorite menu items before clicking Checkout.

Find Out What Makes a Marriage Last | Left Bank Books

Thursday, July 30
6 p.m.

What makes a marriage last? Find out tonight during this special virtual event hosted by Left Bank Books and HEC Media. Award-winning actress Marlo Thomas and media pioneer Phil Donahue will discuss their new book, What Makes a Marriage Last: 40 Celebrated Couples Share with Us the Secrets to a Happy Life, at 6 p.m. in a private Facebook event. Thomas and Donahue will be in conversation with one of the book’s featured couples, film and TV star Lily Tomlin and writer, director, and producer Jane Wagner. This is an exclusive event that requires purchase of What Makes a Marriage Last from Left Bank Books for admission. You may purchase the book from Left Bank Books online or over the phone, but you must provide an email address to be invited to the private Facebook event (a Facebook account will be needed to access this event).

Dine Under the Stars | Various CWE Restaurants

Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1
5-10 p.m.

With temperatures cooling down this weekend, it’s the perfect opportunity to dine al fresco in the Central West End. Many CWE restaurants offer patio seating, allowing you to enjoy a safe, socially distanced meal under the stars. (Click here for a full list of restaurants that offer patio seating). Plus, some of your favorite CWE restaurants and bars have expanded their patios onto Euclid Avenue to increase their operations and provide a safe dining experience this summer. Social distancing guidelines will be in place and masks will be required at all times when social distancing is not possible. For more information on the CWE Streatery, click here.

Shop Summer Savings | Various CWE Retailers

All Weekend Long

In search of a great deal? Look no further than the Central West End. Many CWE businesses are currently running summer sales that you don’t want to miss (we’re talking items up to 60-80% off)! This is your chance to score phenomenal deals and discounts, before retailers clear their racks and make way for fall merchandise. For a full list of special offers and promotions, click here.

Celebrate the Return of Baseball with a Cardinals Cupcake | The Cup

All Weekend Long

Baseball is (finally) back and it’s time to celebrate with something sweet! The Cup hit a home run with this Cardinals Cupcake, featuring swirled french vanilla and red velvet cake, vanilla buttercream, red and white sprinkles, and a St. Louis Cardinals topper. Click here to order yours now!