1. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Vendor/Artisan Fair

• When/Where? Saturday, Oct. 13 at 9 a.m. at 1485 Craig Rd., Creve Coeur.
• What? Free event features  29 home party plan vendors, local artists. Concessions and bake sale available.  

2. Pattonville Homecoming Events on Saturday Oct. 13

• 10 a.m. High School Homecoming Parade at McKelvey Road from Mark Twain Lane.
• 11 a.m.  Pattonville Alumni BBQ in the Pattonville High School Parking lot
• 1 p.m. High School Homecoming Football Game vs Hazelwood West at stadium

3. Get Free Fright Fest Ticket by Donating Blood

The first 200 people who donate blood Saturday at a Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center (MVRBC) blood drive will receive a free, one-day admission ticket to Six Flags St. Louis, courtesy of the theme park's managers.

The "Fright Fest" blood drive is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 13. The mall is located near the intersection of Interstates 55 and 270 on Lindbergh Boulevard.

4. Go on a Hayride and Pick Out a Pumpkin at Thies Farm

Wagon rides run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Cost is $5.50 for children 2-14 at the Hanley location, $6 at the Creve Coeur location, and $3.50 for adults at either location. Admission includes access to Pumpkinland, a corn maze and small pumpkin. Learn more here.