Jonathan Ruzicka: Baseball, playgrounds and enough shade to chill afterward. This park is just what the neighborhood needs.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Gorgeous fountain scene at the corner of broadway and Chippewa. This is a busy intersection.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Gorgeous school.

Jonathan Ruzicka: St. Alexius has top notch care. And there's a cute little chapel there. Gorgeous hospital

Jonathan Ruzicka: Cool neighborhood hardware store. The guys in there know it all.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Banking needs met right around the corner. Very cool old style building.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Take care of your taxes right here in the neighborhood. Very cool.

Jonathan Ruzicka: This place is super cool and adds a lot of culture to the neighborhood.

Jonathan Ruzicka: There's a lot of cool old style printing on the sides of the buildings. It gives the neighborhood a classy feel.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Daycare place around the corner from a lot of cool laundromats.

Jonathan Ruzicka: These are really cool at night.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Awesome Concert Series. Don't miss Kim Massie. St. Louis Blues at it's best.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Come watch some sports with some soulard pals. It's just around the corner.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Awesome video place in town. Everything is right here in Soulard.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Come in for dessert. Lots of cool stuff in the area.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Epic has cool outdoor seating and the pizza is awesome.

Jonathan Ruzicka: This pub is in the heart of soulard.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Riley's is awesome. They have everything you need to treat your sweetie.

Jonathan Ruzicka: cool businesses in the area make for a great atmosphere.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Cool neighborhood bar. Awesome atmosphere.

Jonathan Ruzicka: This is where discarded items are transformed into valued and cherished resources. Very earth friendly and cool.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Very Cool Carondelet Area. Lots of scenery.

Jonathan Ruzicka: This place rocks. Walk in and check it out.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Cool neighborhood tattoo parlor where you can check out the local ink. Very cool.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Great for beers and burgers with the guys. Cool pub.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Local clothing stores are a great way to support your local mom and pop stores. This is one that St. Louis loves.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Tucker's homemade pizza is awesome. Cool happy hour too.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Come check out your neighborhood friendly furniture store. Mingle with neighbors and friends and check out the latest trend.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Awesome store for shopping. And they are hosting a sale.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Cool boutique. Come meet the ladies of the neighborhood.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Awesome glass art. Would look great in the house.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Awesome stop for the shopper. One of many cool shops in the area.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Come in for a tasting with friends. Cool new atmosphere.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Beautiful Lafayette square at sunset. Perfect summer evening.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Another local brewery. This one has great taste and awesome food.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Neighborhood dry cleaning in a jiffy. That's friendly service.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Upscale Mexican cuisine. Very delicious.

Jonathan Ruzicka: The root worker salon and boutique is a great place to have some work done with friends. Great neighborhood salon. Very friendly.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Gorgeous baptist church in the neighborhood. On the weekends you can hear beautiful music.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Come in to The Bee for a hot dog, burger or sandwich with friends. I recommend it.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Erich's Four hours service is convenient and just a walk away. Very convenient.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Cool outdoor seating.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Their Espresso has some kick and their smoothies are very refreshing on a hot day. Bring your friends.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Another Irish pub with another great Reuben sandwich and local beer list.

Jonathan Ruzicka: One of many trendy hip stores in the area. This one has jewelry too.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Wasabi sushi is well known in the area for it's awesome sushi. Not a bad price either.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Mosaic is Located in a few locations this one is the best. The tapas and atmosphere is amazing.

Jonathan Ruzicka: The convention center in St. Louis is well known and very busy. You won't regret stopping in something is always going on.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Their newest location on Washington proves why this place is spreading like wildfire. Pi pizza is the best deep dish in town.

Jonathan Ruzicka: Your next home furnishing shopping excursion is just a corner away.