About Lawrence County, MO

Apple Butter Days in Mt. Vernon, Mo, definitely brought out hundreds and thousands of folks to the Square this weekend, October 7, 8, and 9th. Rick and I enjoyed a quick drive from Springfield, Mo, only about 25 minutes on I-44 to get the festivities.

As a child, I had attended the Apple Butter Days as my family had a farm in Mt. Vernon. I was a part of the Brownies and I remember having to sell kind of crafts that we had made. So, after some discussion of what to do with our Saturday, we headed off to Apple Butter Days.

Finding a parking place was a little challenging as everyone parked on the streets in front of the houses that lined the streets. It was a beautiful Saturday day, and the walk of ten blocks was fine with us. Once we arrived, there was tent after tent and food trailer after food trailer. Butter corn on the cob on a stick, foot long corn dogs, loose meat sandwiches, the best fried pototoes, cotton candy, chicken nachos, the decisions were many. We had to skip the fried Oreos and twinkles, and we settled on Cinnamon Roasted Cashews. They were so delicious, we got a bag to take home and enjoy.

There were many craft booths, several leather shops, jeweler’s shops, and candle booths. We had a good time watching them make Apple Butter by the Courthouse, listening to the bluegrass music, and watching everyone play Bingo.

The Mt. Vernon Apple Butter Days were not the same as I remembered as a child, but I definitely enjoyed the Mt. Vernon Apple Butter Days 2011, it was a great day with my boyfriend, Rick!

The Quilted Garden in Aurora is having a 1^st anniversary sale this Friday and Saturday. Fabric, books and patterns are all 30% off. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (closed Sunday & Mondays)

The address is: 620 McNatt, Aurora , MO. The phone number is: 417-678-1600.

Thought you'd want to know. Oh- I call dibs on your scraps!

I have an open house this weekend on a fantastic property. Back on the Market after buyer's failed to secure funding. Sellers have moved and now the question is how does one show a vacant home?

No problem: Turn big beautiful empty rooms, into big beautiful staged rooms with just one phone call!

Call the guys at Aaron's in Monett to see what is available for your personal space. If you are renting a home/apartment check into leasing your furniture. You too can go from empty to full with a phone call.

See more photos of this home at. www.OzarkCastle.com/1019348

Drive by 14112 lawrence 1137 Mt Vernon, Exit 46 south outer road west to FR 1137, left to private drive on left side of road.

I expect to see a full house this Sunday- join us from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Bring your friends and show off this wonderful home. I will have lender info on hand to help you get started with the loan process.

If you can't make it Sunday call for a private tour and schedule a time for writing your offer.- be good cw

Had to revisit this post to say it is Under Contract we expect to have new owners in May!

Great Open House BTW- sorry if you missed it.- cw

I got a call this morning from a guy looking for a phone number for M&M.

He found my number doing a GOOGLE search of the Main and Market.

Looks like it is time to do a follow up post on one of the most fun flea markets in the area.

I am a fan of double knit quilt tops and purchased this lovely utility quilt to use at the lake.

Always a variety of large items for sale along with collectibles and nick knacks.

Call and speak with Chris or Shelia for info on how to rent a booth. 849-0907