Free “Baby Got Bach” Program for Preschoolers: February 18

By frugalouis On January 4, 2012 · Leave a Comment

We are pretty excited about this, and I thought you might want to know too! Pianist Orli Shaham, along with members of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, are presenting a free interactive concert geared toward little ones! Although this is free, attendance is limited, so I suggest you sign up for their email list to [...]

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Cans Film Festival at Wehrenberg Theatres: Saturday

By frugalouis On November 28, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Wehrenberg Theatres is holding their annual “Cans Film Festival” this Saturday, and admission is free before 5 PM with a donation of 5 cans of food per person! What a great way to “give and get”! It gets even better: Take in 15 cans per person, and not only do you get admission free before [...]

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$1 Movies at Wehrenberg September 16-22

By frugalouis On September 14, 2011 · Leave a Comment

This Friday through next Thursday, September 16-22, Wehrenberg Theatres are offering nine of the summer’s hit movies for $1! See Kung Fu Panda 2, Bridesmaids, Pirates of the Caribbean 4, Transformers, Mr. Popper’s Penguins, Fast Five, Thor, Super 8, or Rio for just a buck. See the Wehrenberg Theatre website for more info on when [...]

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Old Webster Jazz & Blues Festival: September 17

By frugalouis On September 9, 2011 · Leave a Comment

It still amuses me that Kirkwood’s Greentree Festival is the same day as Webster’s Jazz & Blues Festival. The rivalry continues! Old Webster Jazz & Blues Festival, North Gore and Allen streets, near the traintracks Saturday, September 17, noon-11 Free! Constant music from two stages Be sure to take chairs if you plan to stay! [...]

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Free STL Symphony Concert in Forest Park: September 8

By frugalouis On September 1, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Thursday, September 8, is a great opportunity to hear familiar favorites for free in Forest Park (like that alliteration? )! The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is kicking off their 2011-12 season with this free concert. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy great music with the whole family. Last year my husband and son, who was [...]

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Free Family Movie, Drink and Popcorn Night: Saturday

By frugalouis On August 11, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Gather the blankets and pillows and take the entire family out for an evening of free fun! Carondelet Park YMCA is sponsoring this event. Saturday, August 13, 7 PM 930 Holly Hills Dr., 63111, at the outdoor picnic area Showing How to Train your Dragon Free! Drinks and Popcorn provided

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Free! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: next two weekends

By frugalouis On August 8, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Talk about some great frugal family fun! This promises to be a good time for the whole family, with childcare even provided for children through age four! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, by Andrew Lloyd Webber Performed by St. Louis Family Church, 17458 Chesterfield Airport Rd., 63005 Free! Donations will be accepted Music, dancing, [...]

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Top 10 (Almost) Free Ways To Entertain Your Kids In St. Louis

By frugalouis On July 29, 2011 · Leave a Comment

A Guest Post by Alyssa Chirco Trying to live frugally when you have kids in the house can be a daunting task.  As parents, it seems like we’re constantly replacing outgrown clothes, restocking the refrigerator, and writing checks for a constant stream of lessons, camps, and activities. Often, it feels like our money is literally disappearing [...]

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Free St. Louis Area Concerts: July 18-24

By frugalouis On July 18, 2011 · Leave a Comment

With thanks to ArchCityHomes, here is a listing of free concerts in the St. Louis/St. Charles area this week. Please confirm location and time before you head out. Monday, July 18 Heman Park, 6:30 PM Bellerive Park, 7 PM Tower Grove Park, 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 19 Westport Plaza, 5 PM O’Fallon Civic Park, 5:30 [...]

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Free St. Louis Area Concerts: July 11-17

By frugalouis On July 11, 2011 · Leave a Comment

With thanks to ArchCityHomes, here is a listing of free concerts in the St. Louis/St. Charles area this week. Please confirm location and time before you head out. Monday, July 11 Heman Park, 6:30 PM Bellerive Park, 7 PM Tower Grove Park, 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 12 Westport Plaza, 5 PM O’Fallon Civic Park, 5:30 [...]

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