Get Out: Carpentry, Ceramics and Beer

This week, we've got a good variety of activities to get you out of the house and, in some cases, out of town. Learn some carpentry projects, try your luck at a benefit trivia, or check out some art, music and beer, or head downtown for the St. Patrick's Day Parade.

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  When/Where: 9 a.m. - noon on Saturday, March 12 at St. Louis Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Program, 8300 Valcour Ave
  Why Go: Women are capable of building and fixing things just as well as men are, and it's time to prove it. You will learn the basics of carpentry and build a stool, which you can then take home and show off.
  Pricing: $10
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  When/Where: 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 12 at VFW Post 2593, 2301 Church Rd, Arnold
  Why Go: The event raises money for Mehlville Lions Club to help them help the community. Bring used eye glasses, hearing aids or cell phones for an entry into a special drawing.
  Pricing: $20
• Schlafly and Live Music at The Gramophone
  When/Where: 9 p.m. on Friday, March 11 at The Gramophone, 4243 Manchester Avenue, St. Louis
  Why Go: Face it, you're going to have to leave South County sometime to really have fun. This show is a three year anniversary party for 88.1 KDHX, featuring live music from Uncle Lucius and Waterstreet. Schlafly will also be there, to tap a delicious cask of ale.
  Pricing: $7, plus a $3 surcharge for minors
• Humanagerie Exhibition at SLCC Meramec
  When/Where: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 12 at Meramec Contemporary Art Gallery, SLCC Meramec Campus, 11333 Big Bend Road, Kirkwood
  Why Go: This collaborative ceramics exhibition features ceramic creations that blend human and animal imagery. All of the art is produced by regional high school and community college students.
  Pricing: Free
• St. Patrick's Day Parade in St. Louis
  When/Where: Noon on Saturday, March 12 in downtown St. Louis, beginning at 18th and Market Streets.
  Why Go: Bring in St. Patrick's day with a bang—marching bands, floating character balloons, clowns and plenty of marchers. Continue the party at Irish Village in Kiener Plaza, featuring Irish-themed entertainment, food, beverages and activities.
  Pricing: Free, but bring money for food and merchandise if you decide to go to Irish Village