The Readys is a group of ordinary everyday people whose goal is to become extremely proficient in Self-Sufficiency and Emergency Preparedness (or SSEP). We all know that bad things can happen and will happen. Whether they're catastrophic natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, tornadoes and hurricanes OR man-made atrocities like acts of terrorism, economic disasters, pandemics and electromagnetic pulses (EMPs); The Readys is a rapidly growing network of frontline intelligent citizens who wan …

Do you like to walk? Do you enjoy exploring St. Louis neighborhoods? Would you rather walk in a safe group with some pleasant companions than by yourself? Walking is one of the best forms of exercise, and we have a city full of great neighborhoods to explore. Join us! Our walks will average about 3 to 4 miles at a moderate pace, and we will sometimes stop to look at interesting architecture, gardens, sculpture, or other attractions. We will average about 20 minutes per mile, a pace that doesn't …

Slow Food St. Louis is about connecting farm back to table. We are an international, educational organization devoted to promoting fresh, local, and sustainably-produced food, biodiversity, and the preservation of food traditions, as well as celebrating the pleasures of the table. Slow Food is good, clean, and fair food. We believe that the food we eat should taste good, that it should be produced in a clean way that does not harm the environment, animal welfare, or our health, and that food pro …