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Hello St. Louis! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: New library with a coffee shop, a wild historic mansion, and Peppa Pig’s first concert + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Building a local landmark: Construction has started on a new Chesterfield library, bringing a first for St. Louis County with an on-site coffee shop. Expect a modern space for reading, studying, and community gatherings — read the full story.

31st year of Jewish cinema: The St. Louis Jewish Film Festival will run March 15-26 with 12 films, adding a second venue at Alamo Drafthouse and opening with a Holocaust survivor documentary and WashU Q&A — get all the festival details.

Costs and training options: Alton Parks and Recreation’s Spring 2026 Youth Soccer League registration is open, with play set for April through May and an SIUE clinic. Coaches and paid referees are needed — see how to get involved.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Catch Crossroads Saxophone Quartet for free
• Enjoy Peppa Pig’s first concert
• Celebrate Saint Pawtrick’s with pups and pints
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

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Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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Tapas night upgrade: Settle into candlelight and shareable plates at Aperi, a Spanish-influenced tapas and wine bar in The Grove. A rotating menu and low-intervention wines keep things interesting, ideal for a breezy midweek catch-up or a not-too-fancy date night that stays close to home.

Gear up, Kirkwood: From trail shoes that actually fit to kayaks, packs, and layers that last, Alpine Shop fuels St. Louis adventures, including camping, hiking, paddling, cycling, and winter gear when temps dip. Friendly, no-pressure staff make it easy; you’ll leave more stoked to get outside than when you walked in.

Catch something special: Hi-Pointe Theatre refreshes movie night with curated series like Widescreen Wednesdays, Recent Restorations, and 35mm screenings, plus new releases and timely one-offs such as Oscar-nominated shorts. When the queue feels stale, this neighborhood screen serves up films you’ll actually want to leave the couch for.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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🛠 St. Louis Home & Garden Show @ America’s Center Convention Complex | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – Ready to stop Googling grout and actually see the good stuff? The Home & Garden Show is back at America’s Center, with hundreds of local pros, smart upgrades, and inspiration for indoors and out, all under one roof. Browse, compare, and pick a patio.

🎬 PlayTime (1967) @ Forest Park | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Give your streaming queue the night off and catch Jacques Tati’s PlayTime at SLAM Cinema, a nearly wordless, sharp-eyed spoof of modern life that still lands. It runs 2 hours, 35 minutes, with subtitles, and you can dodge online fees by reserving at the Museum.

🐦 Beginner Bird Walk @ Forest Park Visitor’s Center | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Morning at Forest Park’s Visitor Center means swapping brunch for binoculars, and learning the difference between a chickadee, a titmouse, and a leaf. This easy, beginner-friendly stroll spots plenty of our usual suspects, keeps the pace humane, and makes you feel like a local naturalist.

🍩 Donuts and Discoveries @ St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Wake up with donuts and a deep dive at the St. Louis Aquarium. First Saturday monthly, you get a new theme, 30 spots, and full-day admission, so you can linger with the stingrays, learn a little science, and claim the donuts were for the kids.

🐶 Dog Park Pop-Up Handmade Market @ K9 Garden | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If your dog insists on better plans, hit the first K9 Garden Market, a pop-up in a dog park with handmade vendors, K9 Cafe, and a restaurant. Bring your pup leashed, and have current vaccinations with proof on file, plus a subscription or guest pass.

🏁 Adult Pinewood Derby Fundraiser @ South City Catholic Academy | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – If you’re itching to relive Scout glory and back MAGI’s Cub Scouts, this Pinewood Derby is it. Thirty bucks gets a drink, a pretzel, and the kit, with childcare and rental cars if you need them. There’s a 50/50 raffle, trophies, and wonderfully ridiculous categories.

🎷 Youth & Family Concert @ Harold & Dorothy Steward Center for Jazz | Sunday (3/8) at 3:30 PM – Whether you’re introducing the kids to swing or dusting off your jazz phase, these free matinees at Jazz St. Louis are lively, interactive, and home-by-dinner friendly. Expect timeless standards, new grooves, and a roomful of future superfans. Bring grandkids, and clap on two and four.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 St. Louis report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 63°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 84%

Patchy fog and a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then patchy fog and scattered showers and thunderstorms between 7am and noon, then patchy fog and showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 63. South wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: Rain showers before 9pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 55. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

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Tomorrow – High: 70°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 63%

Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. Southwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: A chance of rain before 9pm, then rain likely and a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

This house is wild

Built in 1884 for Major Leo Rassieur, this Victorian manse in Lafayette Square blends history and modern comfort. Stained glass and tiled fireplaces highlight rooms. Chef’s kitchen features a butler’s pantry and bar. Bedrooms include a suite with soaking tub beneath a bay window. A carriage house apartment with gym and a two-car garage are steps from Lafayette Square Park.

Take a peek inside →