Subscribe | Get featured

It’s Friday, St. Louis! Let’s finish this week strong.

In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Gold and silver’s hot streak, a stadium menu upgrade, and Peppa Pig’s first concert + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.

Today’s sponsor (FinanceBuzz) built a free comparison tool that helped me cut my car insurance premiums in half. It took about 3 minutes, and honestly… I wish I’d done it sooner. If you haven’t shopped around in a while, you can easily check the best rates here.

📰 In the news

High marks highlight care quality: Evertrue Home Health of Saint Louis has earned a 4.25 out of 5 rating from U.S. News, based on CMS data and patient surveys measuring mobility, timely care, and satisfaction — see how the rating works.

Stadium menu gets a boost: St. Louis City SC has added local eats at Energizer Park this season, including Taco Buddha, Motor Town Pizza, and Goshen Coffee Roasters, bringing St. Louis flavor to match days — see what’s on the menu.

A new approach to growth: The International Institute of St. Louis has launched Move2STL to recruit new residents, matching them with jobs before they arrive, as the region faces 65,000 openings and 500 potential relocators — get all the details.

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.

Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.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 all that up – learn more here.

Highlights this week:

• Enjoy Peppa Pig’s first concert
• Dave Matthews Tribute Band rocks Delmar Hall
• Celebrate Saint Pawtrick’s with pups and pints
• Over 62? See how to turn home equity into tax-free cash

🚗 Are you quietly overpaying for car insurance?

Together with our sponsor FinanceBuzz

Auto insurance premiums have been climbing across the country… and most folks won’t notice until it’s time to renew and they’re hit with a higher bill.

The frustrating part? Loyalty rarely gets rewarded. Insurers adjust prices constantly, and new customers often qualify for better rates than long-time policyholders.

I learned that the hard way. I had the same policy for half a decade. Autopay was on, I saw the charges come in every month and never thought twice about them. Turns out I was paying well above the national average ($175/mo) for a single car… for years.

This free comparison tool lets you check rates from multiple insurers in just a few minutes. It costs nothing to look, and it could save you hundreds this year.

🫶 We got your back

Plant-based comfort fix: Whether you’re after a crispy chick’n sandwich, a bright kale salad, or that cinnamon roll you swear you’ll share, SweetArt Bakeshop & Cafe serves it all plant-based and satisfying. Dessert cases stay stacked, and the savory plates bring big, cozy flavor… no compromise.

Treasure hunt on The Hill: If your space craves character and your shelves a conversation piece, The Hill Antique Market gathers 75+ vendors of mid-century gems, architectural salvage, and quirky STL nostalgia in a relaxed maze. It’s the kind of quick pop-in that quietly stretches into an hour.

Polish your weekday routine: Whether your morning craves smudge-proof brows, a soft lip blush, or a dainty welded bracelet, The Beauty Bar STL delivers permanent makeup and permanent jewelry under one roof. Wake up ready… your 6 a.m. self will thank your 6 p.m. self.

An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.

📆 Around town this weekend

Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →

All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🛠 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.

🐦 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.

🌿 Honeysuckle Hack @ St Vincent County Park | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Think you can out-stubborn honeysuckle? Join the Community Stewardship Alliance at St. Vincent Park to evict invasive honeysuckle and winter creeper, restore the woods, and trade small talk for satisfying thwacks. Tools provided, wear long pants, sturdy shoes, and bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray.

🧵 Beaded Blooms & Birds Embroidery @ Bowood Farms | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Give your thumbs a break and spend a day stitching with Paris couture trained designer Susan Geiger. Learn thread basics, sequins, and beads while making a birds-on-blooming-branch piece in a small group, all supplies included, and bring a light if the eyes are vintage.

🍽 International Food Festival 2026 @ St. Louis Central Seventh-day Adventist Church | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – Swing by Skinker and Wydown for a globe-trotting tasting where your plate is the passport, dessert included, with free admission and free parking. Eat on the house, then donate to ACS, supporting food pantries here and nationwide. Cheaper than airfare, tastier than leftovers.

🍺 Ales for Tails 2026 @ 4 Hands Brewing Co. | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Finally, a fundraiser where your IPA opinions actually help. 4 Hands hosts a charity beer fest with live music, local brewers, and 30-plus homebrews for Tenth Life and Needy Paws, and if you buy early, you save five bucks, and skip the line.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/6 Pogues Night @ South Broadway Athletic Club – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 Laugh Your Blues Away @ National Blues Museum – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 Ruthie Foster @ Blue Strawberry STL – 7:30 PM
• 3/7 Polka Party! @ Das Bevo – 6:00 PM
• 3/7 The Great Gatsby @ Boilermakers Local 27 Hall – 6:00 PM
• 3/7 Zach Bryan @ America’s Center & The Dome – 7:00 PM
• 3/8 Late Nite Radio @ Jack’s Joint – 2:00 PM

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
• 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: 78°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 23%

A chance of rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms before 8am, then a slight chance of thunderstorms and a slight chance of rain between 8am and 9am. Partly sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 8 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain before 9pm, then a slight chance of thunderstorms and a slight chance of rain between 9pm and midnight, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

—

Tomorrow – High: 69°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 48%

A chance of rain showers before noon. Mostly cloudy. High near 69, with temperatures falling to around 59 in the afternoon. West wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 42.

Something in your house is about to break 🏠

It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major system and appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’re staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast.

It never happens at a convenient time, and most homeowners just eat the cost because they don’t realize there’s a better option.

American Home Shield covers repairs and replacements on most of your home’s major systems and appliances — old or new, no inspection required.

The best part? Select plans are 50% off now through March 9th.

This house is wild

This storied former Charles Lang Mansion pairs early 20th-century grandeur with Soulard charm in St. Louis. Ten rooms orbit an expansive center hall, framed by rounded arches, gabled roofs, and heavy stonework. Rich dark wood paneling, soaring ceilings, and multiple fireplaces set the mood, while exquisite stained glass and an in-ground pool add rare, showstopping flair.

Take a peek inside →