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Father’s Day Brunch at the Anheuser-Bush Biergarten

June 16, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Father’s Day is right around the corner. Are you looking for a good place to eat that you know he will love? You can celebrate Father’s Day at the Anheuser-Bush Biergarten on Sunday, June 19 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

The brunch will feature a Father’s Day-themed menu including an omelet station, waffles, biscuits and gravy, grilled chicken, ribs, salad and pretzels. In addition to the 18 Anheuser-Busch products on draught, there will also be Cidre Mimosas and Cheladas. Plus, Dad’s first drink is on the Biergarten!

The buffet costs $25 for adults, $15 for children aged 4-15 and is free for children under the age of 3. Juice and soft drinks are included in the price of the meal.

Reservations for brunch are recommended. To schedule one, guests should call 314-765-0342.

Still looking for a Father’s Day present? On Saturday, the Tour Center is offering a “Buy One, Get One” free promotion on Beer School, a 45-minute interactive class that introduces you to a variety of beer styles, ingredients, proper pouring techniques and food-pairing suggestions. (Must be 21 years of age to participate) To redeem this offer, enter promotion code “DAD” when purchasing tickets online.

I can’t wait to visit Anheuser-Bush Biergarten for Father’s Day Brunch! If you need directions, the Biergarten is located at 1200 Lynch Street, St. Louis, MO, 63118.

Disclosure: I received compensation for this post but all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch at the Anheuser-Busch Biergarten

April 30, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Are you looking for somewhere unique to take Mom this Mother’s Day? Celebrate at the Anheuser-Busch Biergarten on on Sunday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Biergarten buffet-style brunch will feature a special Mother’s Day-themed menu, including an omelet station, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, grilled chicken, roast beef, and more.

The buffet costs $25 for adults, $15 for children aged 4-9, and is free for children under the age of 3. Juice and soft drinks are included in the price of the meal.

In addition to the 18 Anheuser-Busch beers on draught, The Biergarten will have Cidre Mimosas and Budweiser Brewed Mary’s – and Mom’s first drink is on The Biergarten!

Reservations are recommended. To schedule one, guests should call 314-765-0342. They are taking reservations on the half-hour from 9am to 1pm.

I’m excited to be visiting the Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Biergarten for Mother’s Day Brunch! If you haven’t been there before, it’s located at 1200 Lynch Street, St. Louis, Mo. 63118.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Disclosure: I received compensation for this post but all thoughts and opinions are my own.

NORM OF THE NORTH Ice Skating in Forest Park!

January 6, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Norm of the North opens in theaters on January 15th and this Saturday, you can see what it’s like to live in NORM’s world with a day of winter ice skating fun at Steinberg Skating Rink!

When: Saturday, January 9^th – 1:00pm

Where: Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park

400 Jefferson Drive, St. Louis MO 63110

www.steinbergskatingrink.com

What: Be one of the first 50 guests to stop by the NORM OF THE NORTH table starting at 1:00PM and receive free skate admission in honor of the new film, NORM OF THE NORTH. Guests will also be entered to receive prizes from the film.

**Admission does not include skate rental. **

A polar bear of many words, Norm’s greatest gripe is simple: there is no room for tourists in the Arctic. But when a maniacal developer threatens to build luxury condos in his own backyard, Norm does what all normal polar bears would do…he heads to New York City to stop it. With a cast of ragtag lemmings at his side, Norm takes on the big apple, big business and a big identity crisis to save the day.

Don’t miss this fun event!

Slide the City St. Louis

June 15, 2015 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Slide the City is coming to St. Louis and this will be a fun and memorable event to do with the kids!

On Saturday, July 11th, Market Street will be transformed as participants ride inflatables down this giant slide spanning three city blocks. With music, local vendors, and giveaways, this family friendly event promises to be a highlight of the summer. My readers SAVE with promo code USFAMstl — Get your tickets here!

A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to Saint Louis Area FoodBanks. The St. Louis Area FoodBank feeds the hungry by distributing food through a network of more than 500 partner agencies and engages the community in the fight against hunger. Participants can purchase a one, three or unlimited slide pass. Tickets are now available, starting at $13.

Is there an age or height limit?

All who are over 46 inches tall and over 5 years old are invited to slide, but remember if you’re under 18 you’ll need to get a sign off from your legal guardians. For safety reasons, all children must ride on their own tube. But remember, we do have a lane just for kids and their parents.

Are there group rates available?

If you have a group with 20 or more participants send us an email.

What do you do to address water conservation?
Water conservation is also a priority at our events. We strive to have zero environmental impact on the community. The Slide was designed to have zero water loss, and it treats and recycles the water safely and efficiently throughout the day. When permitted, we donate the water back to the community. Methods of disposal include local reclamation centers, parks, golf courses and other places dependent upon local regulations.

Don’t forget, for a LIMITED TIME, my readers will SAVE $5 with promo code USFAMstl!

Everything You Need to Know About Taking Kids to a Cardinals Game

June 15, 2015 by Melissa Leave a Comment

I’m firmly in the camp that you must take your child to see a St. Louis Cardinals game at least once! We first brought our son when he was 2 years old and not again until he was 6 years old. It was two completely different experiences but both a ton of fun! It can be stressful taking kids to Busch Stadium so here is some information to make sure you have a good time!

Cost

The price of seats vary greatly but I don’t think there’s really a bad seat in the whole stadium! Of course, the closer to the action, the better the kids may pay attention. If your child is age 3 and under, they do not require a ticket for entry into the ballpark. However, only fans entering the ballpark with a ticket will receive the promotion or giveaway item, if applicable.

View the schedule and buy tickets for an upcoming St. Louis Cardinals game.

What To Do

Besides watching the baseball game, there’s a lot to do! The Family Pavilion is located on Level 1 between Gates 5 and 6, on the northeast corner of Busch Stadium. It opens 1 1/2 hours prior to each game and continues until the end of the game.

All guests with a day-of-game ticket are admitted to this area free of charge; however, there is a fee to participate in some of the games and activities.

The following are some of the activities that are featured in the Family Pavilion:

Batting Cage
Speed Pitch
T-Ball Cages
Soft-Play Play Area (Socks Required)
XBOX Video game area

There is also a Build-A-Bear located inside Ford Plaza. There, little ones can build their own Fredbird or Clydesdale!

Food

If you’re looking to save money, you can actually bring your own food and drinks {no alcohol, glass bottles, cans or hard coolers} into Busch Stadium. I highly recommend buying water or soda outside of the parks. There’s also bags of peanuts sold outside the stadium if you’d rather buy them for cheaper, too.

New for 2017: The only outside drinks allowed in will be non-alcoholic, in clear plastic, factory-sealed containers no larger than 2 liters. No outside cups (e.g. drinks from gas stations or fast food restaurants), mugs or thermoses of any kinds will be allowed.

There’s so much delicious food sold at Busch Stadium that you’re sure to find something your child loves – from hot dogs and popcorn to ice cream and cotton candy! It’s a must to get your child an ice cream in a baseball cap!

Tip – if your have a milk monster like me, you’re going to have a hard time finding a cup of milk so you might want to bring your own or get a different drink.

Strollers

Guests with strollers are welcome in Busch Stadium; however, the use of strollers should not interfere with other guests or block entryways or aisles. Strollers should be stored under the guest’s seat or may be checked at Guest Relations.

Nursing Mothers

I’ve never had to nurse at the game but the St. Louis Cardinals states that a mother may nurse her child in any public location where she is otherwise authorized to be. If the mother requests private accommodations the mother and child should be escorted to a family restroom or First Aid. Hopefully the Cardinals will get a Nursing Suite like the Cincinnati Reds did…isn’t it amazing?

Restrooms and Changing Stations

You’re usually able to walk a few sections and be able to find a restroom.All restrooms are equipped with baby changing stations. The stadium is also equipped with Family Restrooms, which are restricted to families only. The Family Restrooms provide private areas for guests with children and offer baby changing tables and a room for nursing mothers.

Lost Child

We hope this never happens, but if you lose your child, head to a Guest Relation Center to report them. Guest Relations staff will work closely with all game personnel to help locate the missing individual(s).

Cardinals Kids Club

For kids under 13, they can join the Cardinals Kids Club! Benefits include:

Members get a duffle bag, hat, lanyard, lapel pin, and a Fredbird action figure and more.

Two (2) Cardinals Tickets

Access to a members-only party at Busch Stadium on September 10th – complete with games, autographs, snacks, fun… and Fredbird!

First Game Certificate

After you’ve brought your little one to their very first St. Louis Cardinals game, don’t forget to print up the First Game Certificate so they [and you!} will never forget!

2017 Theme Nights and Promotions for Kids

There’s many theme nights through the 2016 Cardinals season and here are some that kids will definitely love!

Prairie Farms Sundays: All Sundays, starting two hours prior to every home game, enjoy games, prizes and free Prairie Farms frozen treats (while supplies last) in the Ford Plaza.

Kids Run the Bases postgame – April 30th, May 21st, June 11th, July 9th, August 27th and September 10th

April

April 9th: Kids Free Ticket Voucher – all kids, ages 15 and younger entering with a ticket will receive a free ticket voucher valid for select Cardinals regular-season home games during the 2017 season!

April 18th: Scouts Night – Scouts and their guests can enjoy specially priced tickets, and you’ll receive a Cardinals Scout patch with each scout ticket!

April 30th: All kids ages 15 and younger will receive their very own Carlos Martinez Home White Jersey.

April 30th: Kids Free Ticket Voucher – all kids, ages 15 and younger entering with a ticket will receive a free ticket voucher valid for select Cardinals regular-season home games during the 2017 season!

May

May 3rd: Scouts Night – Scouts and their guests can enjoy specially priced tickets, and you’ll receive a Cardinals Scout patch with each scout ticket!

May 13th: Cardinals Growth Poster – Missouri Farmers Care is providing each kid who attends the game with a growth poster, so they can track their growth alongside Cardinals outfielder, Dexter Fowler!

May 21st: Kids Free Ticker Voucher – all kids, ages 15 and younger entering with a ticket will receive a free ticket voucher valid for select Cardinals regular-season home games during the 2016 season!

June

June 11th: Rawlings Kids Baseball Glove: all kids ages 15 and younger will be able to field like the pros when they receive their very own Rawlings Kid’s Baseball Glove.

June 11th: Six Flags Day: Children under 48 inches receive a free ticket to Six Flags, valid Monday – Friday until Friday, July 28!

June 11th: Peanut Controlled Game {for kids with peanut allergies, this is a great option!}

June 15th: Scouts Night – Scouts and their guests can enjoy specially priced tickets, and you’ll receive a Cardinals Scout patch with each scout ticket!

June 25th: Fredbird Bobblehead: all kids 15 and younger will be leaving with an exclusive Fredbird Bobblehead.

July

July 4th: Kids Patriotic Socks: Kids ages 15 and younger, entering with a ticket, will take home their very own Patriotic Cardinals Socks, courtesy of Powerade!

July 4th is also Fireworks Night – Stay in your seat after the game to watch a dazzling fireworks display with the St. Louis Arch as the backdrop.

July 6th: Kids Day Out – Join us for Kids Day Out on Thursday, July 6th when the Cardinals take on the Marlins. Starting at 11:15 until game time, all kids with this special Theme Ticket will have access to a “Kids Zone” with fun activities in Riverview Corner. This is the perfect field trip for summer camps, daycares and any kids looking to have fun and catch a Cards game! Tickets also include a free hot dog, soda and chips.

July 26th: Star Wars Night

July 30th: Kids Pocket T-Shirt: All kids, 15 and younger will be taking home their very own Kids T-shirt!

September

September 10th: Build-A-Bear Cardinals Pup – Build-A-Bear Workshop will put in some overtime to make sure that 12,000 of our young Cardinals fans take home their very own Cardinals Pup!

October

October 1st: Six Flags Day – Children under 48″ receive a free ticket to Six Flags, valid any Sunday until October 29!

New for 2017

The Cardinals announced changes to security policies at Busch Stadium, including a new bag policy. Backpacks & ice packs will not be permitted inside Busch Stadium. Duffels, totes, cinch bags & purses are OK.

So, make sure to grab the kids and their gloves and bring home a winner!