Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: 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.*

Natural fibers, handcrafted details: St. Louis native Brittney Flamm has opened Lander Haus Mercantile near the historic Kirkwood Train Station, with Western inspired casual wear plus furniture, artwork, and home décor -- read the full story.

From vacant lots to venues: Dellwood voters approved a $6 million bond for parks, a public safety building, and West Florissant upgrades, with phased work planned to deliver quick wins as larger projects move ahead -- get the project breakdown.

Global network milestone: British Airways has launched a new route between London Heathrow and St. Louis, using Boeing 787 Dreamliners with fast onboard Wi-Fi, expanding Midwest connections and giving local travelers more options -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Skip the multiplex: Arkadin Cinema & Bar keeps a lovingly curated calendar of cult gems, classics, and fresh indie releases in a cozy microcinema. There’s a real bar for post-screening debriefs, too... so if you’re ready to swap recliners for personality, consider this your gentle nudge.

Feel-good gift run: Because “I care” gifts hit different, The Social Goods Marketplace curates feel-good stationery, skincare, and zero-waste goodies from thoughtful brands... plus a bring-your-own-container refill station that cuts plastic and a little stress. Pop in for book prescriptions or a low-waste restock before the week snowballs.

Climb outside this week: Vertical Voyages gets you off the plastic and onto actual Missouri stone, with guided rock and tree climbs plus the bucket-list move of sleeping in a treetop or on a cliff. It’s a friendly way to level up your skills and shake up your weekend, right here at home.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🔍 Walk-In Appraisal Day @ Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers | Tuesday (4/28) at 10:00 AM – Bring Grandma's brooch, that mystery vase, or the baseball cards you swore would fund retirement, and let a specialist give them a complimentary once over. No appointment, real humans, just honest evaluations. Limit three treasures per person, so choose your legends wisely.

🌸 Spring Crafting: Mini Wreaths @ Schlafly Library | Thursday (4/30) at 6:00 PM – Spring decor without the trip to the big-box aisle. Wildflowers hosts a relaxed mini wreath workshop where you learn easy techniques, share a few laughs, and craft a unique seasonal piece to take home, perfect for first-timers, seasoned hands, and anyone wreath-curious.

🌸 Spring Wellness Festival @ One Fine Arts Drive | Friday (5/1) at 10:00 AM – Nothing like art, nature, and a deep breath in Forest Park. SLAM’s Spring Wellness Festival mixes creativity with fresh-air calm, and kicks off with a kid-friendly hour for ages 1 to 6 and their caregivers. Schedule’s still cooking, so plan to roll with it.

🏃 2026 Walk for Wishes & 5K Race @ Energizer Park | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 AM – Feel like getting your steps, your feels, and downtown views in one go? Start at Energizer Park for a 5K or a laid-back mile, then enjoy inspiring wish stories, games, and good vibes, all to help grant wishes for local kids. Brunch tastes better after.

🇺 Memorial Day Observance @ Soldiers Memorial Military Museum | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Memorial Day is for showing up, standing quiet, and remembering the folks who never made it home. There will be a wreath-laying, a keynote, and a musical tribute, all simple and sincere, the way it should be. Bring respect, not chatter.

🌺 Floralia Fest @ Carondelet Food Patch | Saturday (5/2) at 11:00 AM – Spring’s behaving itself, so we’re heading to the Carondelet Food Patch for the second Floralia Fest, complete with live music, a free egg hunt, and hot dogs or the respectable veggie kind. Low-key vibes, neighborly chats, kids burning energy, you keeping yours.

🛍 May 2nd Pop Up Market @ 2nd Shift Brewing | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – A pop-up market at 2nd Shift Brewing means browsing local makers while your pint does the heavy lifting. Expect Black Cat Coffee, The Tipsy Goat, St. Louis Feral Cat Outreach, and more, so you can claim it’s “for your love,” then keep it.

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