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How to Use Affton-Shrewsbury Patch like Facebook

We're all about sharing, so here's some tips we can share about how to use the site to your advantage.

Did you know that you can use Patch just like Facebook?

It's like having a local social media hub. 

Here's how:

Find out what's happening in Affton-Shrewsburywith free, real-time updates from Patch.

  1. Create a : Once you log in (with your full first and last name per our terms of use) you can upload a photo and information to your profile page. You can even login with Facebook!
  2. Leave messages for other users: If you click on a user's name, it will bring up their profile page where you can "Leave a message for your neighbor" on the board. (It's the box located on the far right side of the page.)
  3. Share photos: When you click on the "Pics & Clips" tab on our blue navigation bar, you have a virtual photo album to share your pictures. 
  4. Join the conversation: Every post on the site allows users to comment. Feel like adding your two cents? It doesn't take long to type in your comment and hit submit.
  5. Write posts: Blog! Any Affton-Shrewsbury Patch reader can blog ... about anything! Share your ideas and opinions!
  6. Announce things: Getting married, having a baby, having a milestone anniversary? You can announce it to everyone instantly (and for free).
  7. Create events: Having a fundraiser, garage sale or any type of public event you want to share with everyone? Upload a free event here

Even though you can use the site just like Facebook, don't forget to follow us on Twitter @AfftonPatch and on the Affton Patch Facebook page!


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