Brookdale Neighborhood Garage Sale, May 11

Our next Brookdale Neighborhood Garage Sale is scheduled for Saturday, May 11.

Anyone in Brookdale is invited to open their garage and sell stuff! We are again planning online promotion, which yielded incredible community attendance last year. You are also welcome to promote your own sale independently.

A few signs will be posted at our entry points listing the date and sale time from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., but anyone is welcome to open their garage in advance for the early birds or otherwise work around those times.

Please note that you should plan for heavier traffic on this date, and use special caution as you are out and about.

Whether selling, browsing or hanging out with neighbors, we hope everyone again enjoys this community event.

New Waste Disposal Pickup Days

In case you missed it, Waste Connections recently mailed an update to our subdivision's waste pick up days according to their contract with St. Louis County for District 3. As of April 1, the new schedule is as follows:

• Trash will be serviced on Tuesdays
• Recycle and yard waste on Wednesdays
It is recommended to have all bins at the curb by no later than 6 a.m.

Please note that per our indentures, "Trash containers (including compost and recycle containers) and other trash debris shall not be placed on curb earlier than the evening before regular pickup time. All said containers shall be removed from the curb by midnight on the day of pickup."

More information about Waste Connections services, including instructions and pricing for additional cans and bulky items, can be found at wasteconnections.com/st-louis/st-louis-county or by phone at 636-321-2100.

Happy New Year! And Our Most Recent Newsletter

Hello, neighbors! We hope you are having a great start to the new year.

We also hope all of our residents received our most recent mailed newsletter. For newer residents or those who might like an electronic version, the newsletter is also available at the following link:

Brookdale Newsletter 2023 (PDF)

Enjoy, and happy 2024 to you all.

National Night Out 2023: Thanks & Photos

We enjoyed some excellent weather and a great evening for National Night Out on October 3, with lots of surprises throughout the evening.

THANK YOU to all our residents who attended, and a very special thanks to all who helped make this night come together, including:

• Neighborhood Police Officer Lauren Carter and other St. Louis County Officers who stopped by to hang out.
• The Creve Coeur Fire Department for displaying equipment and handing out toy trucks and hats.
• Andy's Frozen Custard in Maryland Heights, located at 2000 Dorsett Rd., for donating frozen treats.
• Magician Paul Gregor for providing entertainment.
• Chatham Bible Church in Hazelwood for loaning games, sidewalk chalk and more, plus providing print services.
• Brookdale Swim and Tennis Club for use of their parking lot.
  

We couldn't have done it without you!

Here are a few images from this fun night out.

Brookdale's National Night Out 2023, October 3

Residents of Brookdale Plats 1-6 are invited to join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

Come hang out at the Brookdale Pool parking lot off Waterwood and enjoy:

➤ Visits from local fire and police departments
➤ Frozen custard courtesy of Andy's in Maryland Heights
➤ Performance magic by Paul Gregor
➤ Throwing games and sidewalk chalk

➤ A great opportunity to meet your neighbors!

Feel free to bring a lawn chair and a drink if you like, and come dressed for the weather. 

These events are always a great time, so come join the fun, and we'll see you October 3 for National Night Out!

Annual Neighborhood Garage Sale, May 20

We are planning to carry on the tradition of our Annual Neighborhood Garage Sale in Brookdale this year on Saturday, May 20.

For those who have joined in garage sale dates in past, please note that this is no longer a Realtor sponsored event, and therefore we will not have a special map listing sales. However, anyone in Brookdale is invited to open their garage and join in. You are also welcome to promote your own sale independently, which can help draw shoppers out, and we are planning to promote the broader community sale in various online spots as well.

We will post a few signs at entries listing the date and sale time from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., but we're sure some will want to open their garages in advance for the early birds, or even go long. Feel free!

As a reminder, or in case this will be your first experience, it's always helpful to plan for heavier traffic on this date, and use special caution as you are out and about.

Whether you're selling, browsing, or simply out meeting neighbors, we hope everyone once again enjoys this popular subdivision event.

Area Senior Services

Several helpful services are available for seniors in the Brookdale area, and we'd like to highlight the following which may be helpful to anyone age 60 or over.

ST. LOUIS NORC

Did you know that you live in a naturally occurring retirement community (NORC)? A NORC is a geographic area with a large percentage of residents over age 60. To help neighbors continue to live independently and safely in their homes, a variety of services are available. Services include minor home repair and technology troubleshooting assistance by trained and screened volunteers, discounts to area businesses (e.g., The J, Waterway Carwash, McDonalds), quarterly newsletters with useful resources, and access to caring professionals who provide connections to programs and services to meet your unique needs. Here’s the link to the latest newsletter.

To learn more about becoming a NORC member or volunteer, contact Joan Hirst at jhirst@jfsstl.org or 314-812-9344, or visit stlnorc.org.

COUNTY OLDER RESIDENTS PROGRAM (CORP)

Per their website, "The County Older Resident Programs (CORP) provides a variety of services to St. Louis County residents age 60 and over. We serve the primary needs of older adults, through a wide variety of programs and services. We actively supports older adults and are a leader for the St. Louis County Age-Friendly Community Action Plan." Services include transportation, home visits and telephone reassurance, home care and repair, tax preparation, insurance claims assistance, and much more.

Learn more by calling 314-615-4516 or TTY 1-800-735-2966 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, or visit the CORP website.

We hope you'll share with others and take advantage of these organizations and opportunities to help seniors thrive.

Annual Homeowner’s Meeting, October 13

A reminder that our Annual Homeowner’s Meeting is back for 2022! We'll meet Thursday, Oct. 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Mt. Zion Church, 1485 Craig Rd. just across from Craig Elementary School. 

Meet your subdivision trustees and other neighbors, and learn more about Brookdale and our community. Please note that this meeting is exclusively for homeowners in Brookdale Plats 1-6.

We hope to see you on October 13!

NNO '22 in Review

We were excited to get together again on October 4 for another National Night Out! After a few years' break, it was great to spend time with so many neighbors, along with some very special guests.

Our special thanks goes out to:

• Neighborhood Police Officer Lauren Carter and other St. Louis County Officers who hung out with us.
• The Creve Coeur Fire Department for displaying equipment and handing out special fire hats.
• County Executive Dr. Sam Page for a surprise visit.
• Andy's Frozen Custard for donating our frozen custard treats.
• The magic of Mr. G., Magician Paul Gregor.
• Chatham Bible Church for loaning games and sidewalk chalk.
• Brookdale Swim and Tennis Club for use of their parking lot.

Enjoy some photos of the evening!

National Night Out 2022, October 4

NNO Throwback: Neighbors meet with a visiting ambulance crew in 2019

National Night Out is back! 😮

Residents of Brookdale Plats 1-6 our invited to our National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

Join us at the Brookdale Pool parking lot off Waterwood for:

➤ Visits from our local fire and police departments!
➤ Cold treats courtesy of Andy's Frozen Custard!
➤ Magic by Mr. G.!
➤ Throwing games and sidewalk chalk!

➤ A great opportunity to meet your neighbors!

We recommend you bring a lawn chair and a drink. 

You're also welcome to bring your own lawn games if you'd like to invite other neighbors to join in some friendly competition.

We hope to see you on October 4! 😀

Brookdale Subdivision Newsletter 2022

We hope all of our residents have received our most recent mailed newsletter. If you missed it, or would like an electronic version, we have also made the newsletter available at the following link.

• Brookdale Newsletter 2022 (PDF) •

And please note these upcoming special dates just for residents of Plats 1-6!

• Tuesday, October 4 - National Night Out at the Pool Parking Lot from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

• Thursday, October 13 - Homeowner's Meeting, Mt. Zion Church from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

County Vacation Inspections Program

Making summer (or any time) travel plans? You might want to take advantage of the Vacation Inspections Program. This service is available upon request to County Residents by the St. Louis County Police Department. Simply sign up for your specified dates, and an officer will check your residence daily while you are on vacation.

To request this service, complete the online form linked on the Vacation Inspections page, or contact your local precinct and tell them you would like to make a Vacation Inspection Request. Brookdale Plats 1-6 is located in the Central County Precinct and can be reached at 314-615-0111.

For more tips on keeping your home safe while away, see the Burglary Prevention Brochure.

We hope you can enjoy your travels with some added peace of mind, and we're excited to share services like these that help make Brookdale a great place to live!

Important Items to Review Before Starting New Home Projects

We're excited to see all the updates being made by homeowners in Brookdale Plats 1-6. All of this adds great value to our neighborhood, and we appreciate each resident's unique contributions to the community.

If you are considering any major construction or changes to your home or yard, the trustees want to remind our residents to please review our subdivision indentures as well as St. Louis County ordinances to be sure the type and placement of your project is allowable within Brookdale Subdivision.

If you have any questions as a Brookdale resident, feel free to contact the trustees. We're happy to guide you in the right direction regarding any project to help you save time, money and energy in the long run.

As always, thanks for helping us keep Brookdale beautiful!

2022 Neighborhood/Area Garage Sale, June 11

For 2022, the annual area garage sale for Brookdale and surrounding subdivisions will be Saturday, June 11 starting at 8 a.m. 

This sale is sponsored by Brookdale neighbors and realtors Hannah Locks and Holly Collector, who are glad to include you on a garage sale listing map. To be included, e-mail Holly.collector@bhhsall.com with "Garage Sale" in the subject line.

As a reminder, or in case this will be your first experience, it's always helpful to plan for heavier traffic on this date, and use special caution as you are out driving or walking. 

Whether you're selling, browsing, or just out and about, we hope you enjoy this always popular day and event.

Free Yard Waste Collection Dates for 2022

Waste Connections, Brookdale's present trash service provider, offers three free yard waste pickup dates a year, even for those who do not subscribe to their weekly yard waste service. For 2022, these dates are the third pickup days of April, July and October. 

This year, we've also added these dates to our neighborhood calendar for helpful reference.

Pickup Guidelines (per Waste Connections' website):
Use a 30 gallon paper bag for yard waste (available at hardware, home improvement stores). Only put in leaves and yard/grass clippings. If you have longer sticks/branches/limbs, fashion the items into bundles that are no more than 4 feet long and no more than 40 pounds each.

For more information, call 636-321-2100 or visit wasteconnections.com.

Brookdale Fall Newsletter 2021

Happy Autumn!

Brookdale Plats 1-6 residents should soon receive our Fall 2021 Newsletter by mail. We have again this year chosen to forego in-person events, including our Annual Meeting and National Night Out, but we still wanted to share some news and updates.

Those interested may also download and view the newsletter here: Brookdale Newsletter Fall 2021

Be well, everyone, and enjoy those fall colors!

Website Subscription Service Ending

For any subscribers receiving Brookdale Subdivision website updates by e-mail, we wanted to let you know that FeedBurner is ending this automated service as of today. This simply means that any new posts made to the website will no longer be automatically shared via e-mail, but will of course be available to view here anytime.

As a reminder, if you are a resident of Brookdale Plats 1-6, you may still sign up for our Neighborhood Watch e-mail list if you are not already. Simply send your name, address and phone number to brookdaleneighborhoodwatch@yahoo.com if you would like to join that list

We've also made recent modifications to the site to assist with mobile navigation and link accuracy, so we hope this will help as you check the page for information.

Thanks as always to our residents, and enjoy the rest of your summer!

2021 Neighborhood/Area Garage Sale - June 12

The annual area garage sale for Brookdale and surrounding subdivisions is BACK this year on Saturday, June 12 starting at 8 a.m. 

This sale is sponsored by Brookdale neighbors and realtors Hannah Locks and Holly Collector, who can include you on a garage sale listing map. To be included, e-mail Holly.collector@bhhsall.com with "Garage Sale" in the subject line.

Whether selling or shopping, we of course ask that you respect physical distancing and other protocols as you visit neighbors' homes this year.

It is always helpful for residents to plan for potential traffic in the subdivision on this date as well.

Start that spring cleaning and mark your calendars for June 12!