Food Day Harvest Festival: Sunday

By frugalouis On October 17, 2011 · Leave a Comment

The first-ever Food Day is coming to St. Louis! Similar to Earth Day, but with a focus on food, this is a chance for families in the St. Louis area to find out more about locally grown and prepared foods. There’s also a whole lot of plain old fun planned too! Dutchtown Harvest Festival Food [...]

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Kirkwood Fall Festival of Local Flavor: Saturday

By frugalouis On October 6, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Downtown Kirkwood isn’t particularly known for being a frugal spot, but this Saturday it looks as if families can enjoy a great time without having to shell out a lot of cash. Of course, if you are inclined to shell out the cash, there will be opportunities to do so. While you are in the [...]

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“One of Those Nights”, plus a Produce Co-op Report!

By frugalouis On April 28, 2011 · 4 Comments

**Imagine here, if you will, a lovely photo of my haul from Community Helpings Co-op** Last night was one of “those nights”. I’m sure you’ve all had them a time or two. Nothing awful happened, but the whole evening seemed to be a comedy of errors. The kids and I went down late for naps [...]

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Local Produce Co-op! Community Helping Produce

By frugalouis On April 14, 2011 · 7 Comments

Clippin’ with Carie put up a post recently about a local produce co-op, and I thought some of you might be interested. While I haven’t personally ordered through this co-op, Carie has, and she goes into detail about the steps needed to get a basket full of produce for $23. I looked around the Community [...]

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Free Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Pics at Soulard: Saturday

By frugalouis On March 21, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Take the kids down to Soulard Farmers Market this Saturday for some early Easter fun! While you’re there, be sure to grab some fresh veggies and fruit to enjoy. There are some great deals to be had, plus donuts too! Saturday March 27 730 Carroll St., St Louis, 63104 Free! Pictures with the Easter Bunny [...]

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Local Winter Farmers’ Markets!

By frugalouis On February 18, 2011 · Leave a Comment

There are some local farmers’ markets running this winter, including two this Saturday, February 19! Check to see if there’s one near you: Soulard Farmers Market, St. Louis City, year-round Wednesday-Saturday Schlafly Farmers Market, Maplewood, Feb. 26 and March 26, 9-1 The Vine Market at St. Stephens, Ferguson, third Saturday (this Saturday!) through March, 9-11:30 [...]

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