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David's St. Louis Blog October 2008 Archive

By David O'Brien, About.com Guide to St. Louis

St. Louis Area Malls Offer a Safe Place to Trick or Treat on Halloween

Monday October 27, 2008
You don't have to send your kids out into the night in search of Halloween candy. Instead, take them to a local mall where they can trick or treat in ... Read More

St. Louis Zoo Stays Open Late for "Boo at the Zoo"

Thursday October 23, 2008
If you're looking for safe and fun Halloween activities for your kids, don't forget to check out Boo at the Zoo. The St. Louis Zoo is open late every evening ... Read More

Historic Haunting at Faust Park

Wednesday October 22, 2008

More St. Louis Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

Monday October 20, 2008
Recently, I've been sharing different ideas on how to save money in the tough economy. Whether your buying groceries or dining out, coupons and discounts can really make a difference. ... Read More

Celebrate Oktoberfest with German Beer Tasting

Thursday October 16, 2008

Halloween Ghost Hunting in Alton, Illinois

Wednesday October 15, 2008
Popular St. Louis haunted houses like the Darkness and Silo X can offer quite a scare, but if you want to hunt for real ghosts, head over to Alton, Illinois. ... Read More

Where Your Kids Can Eat for Free in St. Louis

Monday October 13, 2008
We're all trying to save money these days, but it's still nice to go out to eat every once in a while. One way my family spends less dining out ... Read More

Saving Money at Local Grocery Stores

Wednesday October 8, 2008

Halloween Party at the Lemp Mansion

Wednesday October 8, 2008
Every year the Lemp Mansion (I think the scariest place in St. Louis) throws one of the area's best Halloween parties. The setting can't be beat. Sure, it's spooky. But ... Read More

Florissant Old Town Fall Festival is This Sunday

Wednesday October 8, 2008
This Sunday, Florissant will dedicate eleven blocks of rue St. Francois to its tenth annual Fall Festival. The festival features everything from craft booths, a flea market area, music and ... Read More

Last Days to Register to Vote in the November Election

Monday October 6, 2008
John McCain or Barack Obama? There are only a couple of days left to register if you want to vote in the November 4 election. The deadline in Missouri is ... Read More

Shaw Art Fair is Perfect Complement to Best of Missouri Market

Wednesday October 1, 2008
One of my favorite events this time of year is the Best of Missouri Market at the Botanical Garden. But it has become so popular, that the streets around the ... Read More

Art, Music and Dance Take Center Stage at the Loop in Motion Festival

Wednesday October 1, 2008
There's always a lot to see and do along the Delmar Loop and that's certainly the case this weekend. The Loop in Motion Festival brings art, music and dance to ... Read More

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