Ann Hayden's Real Estate Blog

As Halloween approaches, it is good to note, it does not need to be scary.  At our Kid's Safety Day in Wildwood, our scarecrow was friendly and happy to help those needing pumpkins.  The whole day was gorgeous and well attended. 

Next year we hope to have even more fun and more children in attendance.

So looks out next October.  The Prudential Select office in Wildwood Missouri will again have Kid's Safety Day.

For more details logon to www.SelectAnn.com or contact Ann Hayden

Here is a list of some pretty crazy places people hide their hard earned cash...

1) Attic- may cause serious itching later.

2) Toilet paper tube...Could get thrown away.

3) In a wall- You may forget where it is.

4) Inside the pad areas of a push up bra- You may lose it to a serious friend?

5) Dirty clothes hamper- someone else may do the laundry and claim it.

6) In a tampon box- YUK!

7) Cookie jar- would never work with Marti, the cookie monster, in the house.

8) Envelope taped to the bottom of furniture- here again you could forget.

9) Stuffed away in an old purse- You might donate it.

10) In an artificial plant vase- now who would look here?

So where do you hide your cash??  Please share your ideas!!  I need some new hiding spots for the little I saved at the gas station this week.

List brought to you by www.SelectAnn.com and Ann Hayden.

Does worrying about the safety of your money keep you up at night?  Are you concerned your bank or credit union might be next on the list to close?  If these items concern you, then you should sign on and check out your financial institution at:  http://www.bankrate.com/brm/safesound/ss_home.asp.

This free sight is designed to allow people to how their financial institution rates.  Safe & Sound ratings are for businesses and consumers to use as just one factor to assess their banking decisions.  Information on Bankrate should not be the only information relied upon to make your decision about the security of a bank, credit union or thrift.

So sign on and check out the way your institution ranks.  It may help you sleep better at night and then again.....

Information provided by www.SelectAnn.com and Ann Hayden

Gas prices in Union, Missouri today were $2.33 a gallon for regular.  Wildwood was still at $2.43 a gallon but hopefully the prices will be falling in Wildwood and other areas surrounding St. Louis. 

I know this is good news for me.  It was getting to be crazy to fill up my Impala.  The bill from an empty tank would be over $50 and nearly $60.  Now when I fill up the total is staying at about $35.  For my family and others in the area this means more money to spend on food. 

It was getting to the point where I felt like I either had to fill up the car or buy groceries.  Now I might be able to afford both in one week....

I guess I will find out tomorrow.

Bowling is a fun family sport.  Everyone can enjoy success with practice.  So here is your chance to get some practice in at a fabulous price.

Where:  West County Lanes 
            15727 Manchester Road * Ellisville, MO 63011 *           636-227-1469

What:  Quartermania

When:  Sundays 3pm - 9pm
           $5 cover charge per person
           25 cent games, shoes, sodas, and hot dogs

Some come on out and give it a shot. 

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Halloween Party and adult costume contest in the Central West End on October 25, 2008 at 2 Maryland Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63108.

At 8 p.m., the adult costume contest and party will begin. The contest is open to anyone 18 years or older, with a paid entry fee of $20. The party itself is free. 

This is for adults only, featuring risque costumes and sometimes questionable taste. The costume contest and party is wild, weird and somewhat scary. Celebrity judges with an American Idol format will provide the entertainment until midnight.  

So come join the over 18 fun Halloween time. 

For more info:   314-367-3146

Info compliments of www.SelectAnn.com and Ann Hayden

With all the ups and downs of the economy lately, I thought it might be nice to report on some restaurants in St. Louis offering a free children's meal.  Below are five restaurants offering the free meals.

Ravanelli's - Kids 12 and under eat free on Monday's from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Mike Duffy's Pub & Grill - Kids eat free on Tuesdays

Pujols 5 - Kids eat free Sundays after 5 p.m

Tony Roma's - Kids 12 and under eat free on Tuesdays

America's Incredible Pizza Company - Kids under 3 eat free every day with an adult purchase

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2008 Oktoberfest:

Weekends in October in Hermann, Missouri

The wonderfully friendly people of gorgeous Hermann, Missouri celebrate their German heritage all year long, but every weekend in October they celebrate with a special gusto.  On average, thousands of visitors travel to this small town to listen to pollka music, taste the traditional foods and sample local wines. 

Oktoberfest events are held throughout the town, however, most people head to two largest wineries,  Hermannhof and Stone Hill. Stone Hill, an award winning winery, sits on a hilltop overlooking Hermann.  It is the best place to have some wine and enjoy the beautiful fall colors. The Hermannhof Winery is a bit "wilder" so take a trip there to see some lively crowds feasting on sauerkraut, tasty brats and other traditional German foods.

Take time to enjoy the fall season because before you know it, winter will be here!

The 7th Annual Grant's Farm Halloween...This is the last weekend to get in on the scary fun.

When:   October 23-25
           6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Entrance closes at 9:00 PM)

Family Fun Activities

• Dark Deer Park Rides (my favorite ride in the tram)
• Mad Science Show -Mad Science is a spectacular science-themed shows designed to amaze and entertain young audiences.
• Special Halloween themed Creature Feature Show
• Non-scary Classic Halloween Characters
• DJ in the Courtyard

 Show times:

· 6:30 PM Mad Science

· 7:30 PM Halloween Creature Feature Show

· 8:30 PM Mad Science

• 9:30 PM Halloween Creature Feature Show

 

Cost:     Free Admission
           $20.00 Parking Fee per car.

Location:     Grant's Farm
                  10501 Gravois Rd. St. Louis, MO 63123

For More Information: (314) 843-1700

Please join the St. Louis Zoo and St. John's Mercy Children's Hospital for Boo at the Zoo Nights. 

October 21 to 30, 2008

5:30 until 8:30 p.m.

$4 for members $5 for non-members

Children under two are FREE

New $1 discount for children two to 12 in costume

For more information visit www.stlzoo.org

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Boo at the Zoo can be fun for everyone!