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A publication of DIRECTIONS Saint Louis, LLC Magazine Editor Debbie Wheeler Travel Editors: Tod D. DeHart Magazine Photographer: Scott Shy Contributing Writers: Liz Backus Jim Campbell Sean M. Cristea Scott Gardner NiNi Harris Mary Jane Kuhn Melissa Q. Leavy Jeff Ponte Dale Poss Karen Siebert Willow (Blanton) Accounts Manager: Megan Glass Office Operations: Carrie Pruitt Sieker

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ACTIVE LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE is St. Louis’ only metro-wide Lifestyle, Community and Entertainment Magazine for readers 50 and better! Each monthly issue is filled with articles, stories and columns to be active, well and informed while living life to the fullest. Locally owned and published, the magazine can be picked up FREE at over 700 fine retail establishments; including Whole Foods Markets, grocery stores, community centers, libraries, doctor’s offices, pharmacies, YMCA’s, restaurants, residential communities, attractions, and retail centers.

on the cover... This month’s cover photo features St. Louisans (Daughter & Mother) Gail and Liz Watkins at the Forest Park Jewel Box. Photo by; Scott Shy © shyvisionphotography

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St. Louis Architecture & Fashion Ultimate Repurposing and Recycling

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be a city of great architecture and fashion has not waned for St. Louis. Many of the beautiful buildings on Washington Avenue that once housed the great fashion industry in the 1900’s have been beautifully restored to their grand luster and re-purposed as gorgeous lofts. St. Louis still walks the vogue catwalk; supporting and elevating the local fashion community and providing opportunities for both local and national designers to connect with its Midwest audience. For several fashion conscious St. Louisans as well as thousands of fashionistas across the United States, the 21st century also brought with it a desire for style that is mindful, economically and environmentally. This awareness has led to a booming new resale industry which encompasses fashion and other consumer goods. Resale, or retail, who can tell the difference? Several retail shops go out of business daily, but resale shops are thriving and attracting consumers from all economic levels. Pretty much EVERYONE tends to get excited when finding a treasure and saving money to boot! Savvy buyers seize the opportunity resale shops offer to save money on clothing, furniture and other goods. The money these shoppers save can add

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SPOTLIGHTS THE SPIRIT OF INNOVATION Village Aglow 2.0 – an Evening to Benefit STL Village STL Village will celebrate innovation in St. Louis and the opportunities it holds for older adults at Village Aglow 2.0 – an Evening to Benefit STL Village, Wednesday, October 26, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the @4240 Building, 4240 Duncan Avenue in the St. Louis Cortex Innovation Community district. Festivities include live music by the Phillip Graves Trio featuring Anita Jackson, delectable hors d’oeuvres and special cocktails, and insider tours of the @4240 building which provides customized office and research space for emerging companies. Proceeds benefit STL Village in its mission of empowering older adults, including the funding of subsidized memberships for income-qualified residents. Tickets are $75 for members and $100 for non-members and can be reserved by contacting the STL Village office at 314-802-0275 or online at stlvillage.org/ villageaglow2. STL Village thanks the many individuals and organizations whose generous sponsorship of this event enables us to serve and grow.

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St. Louis is gaining recognition as a great place for start-ups. While many of these new enterprises are technology driven, one homegrown start-up focuses on making lives better through personal connections. STL Village is a nonprofit membership organization that offers an innovative approach to providing adults age 50+ the services they need to remain living in their homes and opportunities to stay socially active and engaged in the community. Members have access to trained volunteers and vetted providers for a variety of in-home services and a wide range of social activities each month. STL Village also views older adults as a vital resource for the St. Louis community, and members regularly volunteer on initiatives that are leading the way in making St. Louis a vibrant city today and into the future. STL Village currently serves residents in over 11 neighborhoods in St. Louis city and adjoining communities, and its members range in age from 50 to 95. It is affiliated with the Village to Village Network headquartered in St. Louis which supports aging-incommunity organizations throughout the country and internationally.

quality to life when used for travelling, entertainment, retirement accounts, or just plain offsetting today’s cost of living. Meet our mother/daughter cover models, St. Louisan’s Liz (right) and Gail (left) Watkins. These regal beauties, elegantly dressed in upscale resale clothes provided by Rung Boutique, are the crown jewels adorning the exterior of the Jewel Box in Forest Park on this month’s issue of Active Lifestyles. Rung Boutique, located at 9741 Manchester Rd, is one of many highend, resale boutiques serving the greater Saint Louis area. A non-profit resale shop, Rung’s mission is to support and empower women and children in the St. Louis area by providing fashionable attire at affordable prices. Special thanks to Rung‘s photo stylist, Carmen Boeser, who came up with such great ensembles for Liz and Gail and made the fitting session so much fun! To find out more about Rung go to http://www.shoprung.org Until next month…Be Well, Be Active, and Live Life to its fullest my friends.

many neighborhoods. A community unlike any other Bringing together neighbors age 50+ from areas in the City and County of St. Louis

Louis dedicated the rarest Jewel Box of all time to Forest Park, as crowds flocked to experience its magnificent Art Deco design. With its unconventional, cantilevered, vertical glass walls rising majestically 50 feet high, supported by arched steel beams, the Jewel Box opened in 1936 to national acclaim. The Post-Dispatch called the Art Deco-style structure, “the latest word in display greenhouses.” Today it is an aged St. Louis treasure that has been restored to its former glory. Just as the Jewel Box highlights a treasure trove of Mother Nature’s astounding beauty and its geometric architecture of a bygone era, our great city also spotlighted other types of looks and designs of the times. St. Louis entered the 20th century known not just for her beautiful architectural works, but for what was inside. Within the walls of those amazing building designs a booming Fashion Industry was emerging. One only had to stand outside St. Louis’ garment district on Washington Avenue during the 1920’s to hear the buzz of sewing machines seaming together thousands of garments that rivaled other great cities. During the early to mid-1900’s St. Louis had one of the largest needletrade centers in the country—second, according to some, only to New York! In the 21st century, the desire to

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According to Jewelry Box Avenue, a premier online retailer, some of the rarest jewelry boxes in history are Art Metal boxes. In the early 1900’s art nouveau was introduced in France and the metal jewelry box craze was born. These metal jewelry boxes were mass produced, and thanks to mail order catalogues like Sears and Roebuck, Montgomery Ward and Marshall Fields, the boxes were made available to women in the United States. It was through the mail order world that American ladies of the early 1900’s could aspire to the elegant styles of the world’s great cities like London, Paris, and New York. By the 1920’s, art nouveau, a style of art, design, and architecture that uses curving lines and shapes that look like leaves and flowers, gave way to the art deco era which is characterized by precise and boldly delineated geometric shapes and strong colors. Both art nouveau and art deco were influenced by industrial elements, only art deco took it one step further, incorporating the use of stainless steel, glass, metal and plastics in design. In essence, in the 1920’s and 1930’s these materials and designs were meant to signify all that was modern. Where art nouveau was the beginning of the use of modern elements in design, art deco was its peak. On November 14, 1936, St.

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AGING IN PLACE - SAFE AND COMFORTABLE FOR YOU by Mary Jane Kuhn

When you are young and starting out in life you might move around a bit. Jobs change, life happens and you may live in several cities or homes, but at some point in almost everyone’s life, you settle down. Maybe you’ve been in your home for 10 years,

20 years or 40 years. Maybe the home you’re living in now is where you taught your daughter to ride her bike or where everyone gathers for Thanksgiving each year. Maybe it’s where you can sit on the porch and memories of popsicles and skinned knees and the joy of raising your children come flooding back to make you smile. Maybe it’s the place you want to live for as long as you possibly can. As Aging in Place Specialists we work hard to make your home safe and comfortable for you. We can make simple changes in your home, especially your bathroom and kitchen, that will allow you to stay in your home a long time. Sometimes, however, no matter how much we want you to be able to stay in the home where you raised your family, it’s just not possible. One of the biggest reasons people have to move from their beloved homes later in life is because they don’t have a bedroom on the first floor and stairs become too difficult. It’s not always cost effective to do an addition and so moving might be

the best option. If you are in the position where you have to move but aren’t ready to consider a retirement community or nursing home, ask an Aging In Place Specialist to help you house hunt. When you find a home you like, have them come walk through it with you to talk through any improvements that might need to be made to make it as safe and comfortable for you as possible. Important things to look for if you are searching for a new home would be a first floor bedroom or master bedroom, a first floor bathroom, separate or zoned heating and cooling if you do have multiple floors to help save money (so you can turn the upstairs off when you’re not using it), an entrance that could easily support a ramp should a wheelchair ever be necessary and a lawn that is easily maintained. Please call us anytime if you have questions about Aging in Place in your own home or if you are house hunting. Our estimates are free of charge and we are passionate about

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A STAIR LIFT CAN HELP YOU STAY IN THE HOME YOU LOVE by Jim Campbell

the technician will be able to look at the configuration of your stairs and ask you questions about your needs. They will then be able to recommend the best lift for your particular situation. When looking at pricing for a lift, make sure you account for the total cost of the lift. Prices on the internet often do not include the cost of shipping or the cost of installation. If you need the lift installed, look for a local company that specializes in stair lifts with trained technicians, rather than someone that is using subcontractors or handymen to do installations on the side. This will insure that the lift is installed properly for safe operation. Stair lifts are very dependable pieces of equipment. However, they are mechanical devices and can break down from time to time. This is another reason to pick a local company for your stair lift. A local company will likely provide a warranty on parts and labor for your lift. Should you need service they will be

able to send out a trained technician with parts on their truck to get your lift up and running again. There may come a time when you will have to move out of your home and sell it. Most realtors ask that a stair lift be removed before placing a home on the market. Some local companies such as us here at Options HME will make an offer to purchase the lift back when it is no longer needed. This is something to take into account when considering the total cost of a stair lift. Options HME, Inc. is going into its 10th year of selling and installing stair lifts in St. Louis and the surrounding communities. Give us a call or drop us an e-mail to schedule a free estimate for a stair lift. For additional information contact: Jim Campbell Options HME, Inc. Missouri (636) 489-0055 Illinois (618) 310-0086 jim.campbell@optionshme.com www.optionshme.com

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Most people want to stay in their own home as long as possible. However, stairs can become an obstacle to accessing all levels of a home as we age. A stair lift can allow you to stay in your home longer. A stair lift can prevent falls on stairs. Along with transporting people, they are often used to help transport laundry or groceries from one level to another. A stair lift typically comes with two remote controls. This is so one person in the home can ride the lift from one level to another and then send it back for another person to ride. When looking for a stair lift there are some important questions that need to be answered. Will it fit in my home? What is the total cost? Who will install it? How will I get it repaired should there be trouble with it? And what do I do with it when I no longer need it? The best way to make sure that a lift will fit in your stair case is to have a trained technician visit your home to do an evaluation. By visiting your home,

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HOUSEHOLD SAFETY TIPS CHANGE WITH THE SEASON by Karen Siebert

As days get shorter and nights get longer, our habits begin to change. Arriving along with the season of autumn is a host of safety hazards we didn’t have to think about over the summer, creating the need for a little extra vigilance. As the temperatures drop and you settle in for the approaching cold spell, consider the following pointers for ensuring you and your family stay not just warm, but also safe!

Warm Up Carefully All types of heating units can be dangerous. If you use a wood-burning fireplace, secure it with a screen to prevent sparks, and make sure the fire is completely out before you retire for the night. If you depend on your home’s furnace, make sure it has been inspected before you start to use it again. And, if you resort to space heaters, make sure they are in good working order (no frayed cords) and out of the reach of children. Enjoy ambiance safely If you use candles to add a warm glow to a cold night, make sure they are safely out of reach of children, can’t be overturned by pets, and are not close to flammable items such as blankets, paper

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNITED STATES NAVY

The United States Navy observes it’s birthday every year on October 13th. The United States Navy (USN) is the naval warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States. The U.S. Navy is currently the largest, most powerful navy in the world, with the highest combined battle fleet tonnage. The U.S. Navy has the world’s largest aircraft carrier fleet, with ten in service, four in the reserve fleet and three new class carriers under construction. The service has over 300,000 personnel on active duty and more than 100,000 in the Navy Reserve. It has 272 deployable combat ships and more than 3,700 aircraft in active service (as of September 2015).

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California Pacific SurfLiner

After the holiday hustle and bustle, you may be thinking about getting away as the New Year sets in! Warm breezes and fantastic sights await you in Southern California this January 2017! Southern California consists of the lower half of the state, primarily from Los Angeles to the Mexico (California Baja) border. As winter continues across most of the country, this part of California is ideal for a break from the cold weather, with daytime temperatures in the 70’s. DIRECTIONS Tours is offering this exclusive winter getaway vacation tour. After our nonstop Southwest Airlines flight from St. Louis to Los Angeles, we will transfer to our deluxe accommodations in San Clamente for the next two nights. We will enjoy the pristine Pacific beaches, historic pier and village while here.

Next, this exciting tour package includes The Pacific Surfliner Train from San Clamente to San Diego. This four hour excursion hugs the Pacific coast as you admire the ocean views. The Pacific Surfliner route offers a unique vantage on the Southern California seascape. As they say... to get a closer look, you’d have to be on a surfboard! Once we arrive in beautiful San Diego, we will transfer to our deluxe accommodations for the next three nights! Our hotel is directly on the San Diego Bay and Marina overlooking the San Diego skyline and harbor. The next few days we will enjoy San Diego’s diverse attractions, from beautiful Pacific coast beaches to historic sights. A locally guided city tour will feature many of San Diego’s best architecture, history and current day information. A trip to San Diego would not be complete without time to visit the famous Hotel del Coronado. A beautiful historic hotel, it was originally built in 1885. This wooden Victorian beach resort is located immediately behind the beach, facing the Pacific Ocean. It remains the largest beach resort on the North American Pacific Coast. Another day will include free-time to relax, enjoy the hotel pools and marina or how about taking a whale /dolphin watching excursion or spending the day at the San Diego Zoo! Before departing beautiful San Diego, we will also enjoy a harbor boat cruise and the Seaport Village.

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Our tour will then travel through South Cal’s beautiful farmlands. California’s agriculture is the most productive and varied in the U.S.; owing to the climate, topography, complex systems of water delivery, and diverse population of growers. Coastal temperatures are fairly consistent, and can support year-round production of many row crops. Two of South California’s major crops include fruits and nuts. A visit to Bates Nut Farm will highlight this agricultural valley. The tour will then follow the Pacific coast northward to Oceanside, California - “America’s Surf City”. Enjoy a tour of town, the beach and pier. Another stop will be at the Mission San Luis Rey De Francia. Founded in 1798 by Padre Fermin Francisco de Lasuen, the Mission was named after St. Louis IX, King of France, who lived during the 13th century. Our last evening will be near the Anaheim area prior to our morning nonstop Southwest Airlines flight back to St. Louis. Don’t miss out on this incredible winter getaway to Southern Califonia with us! For more details on this tour vacation - see inside this Explore Edition or give us a call.

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your tour vacation starts here! Welcome to DIRECTIONS Tours special EXPLORE Travel Section of Active Lifestyles Magazine!

The next pages feature and highlight some of our 2016 destination tours. DIRECTIONS Tours is celebrating 15 years in business in St. Louis and we are ready to take you across the world, USA, or just around town! We specialize in stress-free tours to the finest destinations. Our tour packages include excellent accommodations, luxury motorcoaches, most meals and all gratuities! We are locally owned and operated. All of our tours provide professional, experienced, safe and courteous Tour Directors and Drivers. Our itineraries are educational, adventurous and most importantly, fun! DIRECTIONS Tours uses only new state-of-the-art motorcoaches designed for your traveling comfort and safety. Enjoy our affordable rates that give you more value on every tour. For your protection, we are a fully insured tour operator through the Berkely Group, North America’s largest travel insurance company. In addition, we are members of the American Bus Association, St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission, Missouri Travel Council and Route 66 Association of Missouri. We look forward to welcoming you aboard a DIRECTIONS Tour!

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WE LOVE SINGLE TRAVELERS!

Over the years, we have noticed more and more singles traveling with us! So we have decided to work with our vendors to make it more affordable for single travelers to enjoy traveling with DIRECTIONS Tours! NOW SINGLES CAN TRAVEL WITH US FOR THE SAME PRICE AS DOUBLES* OR JUST A LITTLE MORE ON LONGER TOURS!

Enjoy Single Travel on any DIRECTIONS Tour for:

*up to 3 Days: SAME PRICE AS DOUBLE (no extra supplement) 4 to 7 Days: ONLY $100.00 supplement 8 to 11 Days: ONLY $250.00 supplement 12 to 15 Days: ONLY $350.00 supplement (314) 577-0077 (888) 810-1171 SINGLES CAN NOW TRAVEL LONGER www.directionstours.com FOR THE BEST RATES… PERIOD! (Excludes Cruises, Flight, Train and Repositioning Tours)

BRANSON FOR EVERY SEASON! from St. Louis... Get Onboard! (314) 577-0077

BRANSON FALL FEST & OCTOBER 18 - 20, 2016 (3 Days) WELK RESORT $ 573.00 pp DBL SINGLE SAME PRICE!

Featuring: SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS, SHOWS AND MORE!

Tour Highlights include: • TWO NIGHTS AT THE FIRST CLASS WELK RESORT - BRANSON • THE SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS HOMESTEAD TOUR AND TOWER • ROUNDUP ON THE TRAIL CHUCKWAGON DINNER SHOW • PRESLEY’S COUNTRY JUBILEE SHOW • THE DOUG GABRIEL SHOW • SCENIC DRIVING TOUR OF THE OZARK MOUNTAIN FALL FOLIAGE • DOGWOOD CANYON GRIST MILL, WELCOME AND EDUCATION CENTER, AND LITTLE INDIAN STABLES *4 MEALS: 2 BREAKFASTS, 2 DINNERS Nights #1-2: Welk Resort, Branson, MO SPACE WILL SELL FAST AT THIS SPECIAL PRICE... CALL US TODAY TO RESERVE!

CHRISTMAS IN BRANSON

ADDITIONAL TOUR DATE ADDED

NOVEMBER 16 - 18, 2016 (3 Days) $ 589.00 pp DBL SINGLE SAME PRICE!

JUMP START YOUR HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THIS FUN AND ENTERTAINING BRANSON TOUR! Tour Highlights include: 2016 HOLIDAY SHOWS:

* MOSES @ Sight and Sound Theatre * The Lennon Sisters & Osmond Brothers Christmas @ Andy Williams Moon River Theatre - New Show! AND * Brett Family Christmas Show

• DELUXE ACCOMMODATIONS AT THE HILTON BRANSON LANDING • HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRANSON AND THE NEW BRANSON LANDING • START YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING NOW AND HAVE A LOT OF FUN! *4 MEALS INCLUDED: 2 BREAKFASTS, 2 SIT DOWN DINNERS TICKETS AND SPACE ARE LIMITED - RESERVE EARLY! Nights #1-2: Hilton Hotel, Branson, MO

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NOVEMBER 22 - 25, 2016 (4 Days) $ 1799.00 pp DBL Singles Only $421.00 addtl

MACY’S DAY PARADE

Come share Thanksgiving with DIRECTIONS Tours in amazing NYC! Experience the “Miracle on 34th Street” in person! Tour Highlights include: • THE 90th ANNUAL MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE • ROUNDTRIP NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO NEW YORK CITY • THE ROCKETTES 2016 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR AT RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL • IN DEPTH TOUR OF NEW YORK CITY INCLUDING CENTRAL PARK, UPPER EAST/WEST SIDES, TRIBECA, SOHO, CHINATOWN, LITTLE ITALY, CHELSEA, TIMES SQUARE, BROADWAY AND SO MUCH MORE! • CIRCLE LINE CRUISE WITH STATUE OF LIBERTY VIEWS • NEW 9/11 MEMORIAL / MUSEUM AND WORLD TRADE CENTER • DELUXE MANHATTAN ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THREE NIGHTS *3 MEALS INCLUDED: 1 BREAKFAST, 2 DINNERS TICKETS AND SPACE ARE VERY LIMITED - PLEASE RESERVE EARLY! Night #1-3: Manhattan New York City

CHRISTMAS IN DECEMBER 5 - 8, 2016 (4 Days) $ 857.00 pp DBL Singles Only $127.00 addtl

SAN ANTONIO

NEW IN 2016! Visit San Antonio this winter season! The gem city of Southwest Texas and this special season make this destination a great warm weather escape. Tour Highlights include: • ROUND TRIP NONSTOP AIRFARE FROM ST. LOUIS • THREE NIGHTS IN BEAUTIFUL SAN ANTONIO • GUIDED TOUR OF SAN ANTONIO • CHRISTMAS ON THE “PALACIO DEL RIO” (Riverwalk) • RIVERWALK BOAT CRUISE • FIESTA MERCADO AND MARKETPLACE • THE ALAMO • SAN JOSE MISSION TOUR • SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK • FORT SAM HOUSTON AND MUSEUM • FAMOUS JAPANESE TEA GARDENS • TOWER OF AMERICA’S “FLAGS OVER TEXAS” OBSERVATION DECK AND DINNER • KING WILLIAM HISTORIC DISTRICT • LA VILLITA HISTORIC ARTS VILLAGE • SAS SHOES FACTORY *5 MEALS INCLUDED: 3 BREAKFASTS, 2 DINNERS Nights #1-3: San Antonio, TX

CALIFORNIA PACIFIC SURFLINER JANUARY 9 - 16, 2017 (8 Days) $ 1897.00 pp DBL Singles Only $250.00 addtl

winter getaway

SAN DIEGO * OCEANSIDE * SAN CLAMENTE JOIN US ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WINTER GETAWAY DESTINATION TOUR TO SUNNY SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA! Tour Highlights include: • CALIFORNIA’S PACIFIC SURFLINER TRAIN FROM SAN CLAMENTE TO SAN DIEGO Admire the Pacific Views as you curl along the Southern California Coast. The Pacific Surfliner route offers a unique vantage on the Southern California seascape. As they say... to get a closer look, you’d have to be on a surfboard! • THREE NIGHTS STAY ON SAN DIEGO BAY OVERLOOKING THE HARBOR, MARINA, AND SKYLINE • SAN DIEGO TOURING INCLUDING BEACHES, HOTEL DEL CORONADO HISTORIC OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO, BALBOA PARK, SEAPORT VILLAGE, AND LA JOLLA • ENJOY A SAN DIEGO HARBOR CRUISE • FREE DAY TO SPEND RELAXING, SHOPPING OR TAKE A WHALE/DOLPHIN WATCHING CRUISE OR ENJOY THE SAN DIEGO ZOO • MISSION SAN LUIS REY DE FRANCIA AND MUSEUM • OCEANSIDE PIER AND BEACH • HISTORIC SAN CLAMENTE PIER AND VILLAGE • SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AGRICULTURE HUB • BATES CALIFORNIA NUT COMPANY TOUR • BEAUTIFUL SCENERY THROUGHOUT! NON STOP AIR TRANSPORTATION INCLUDED TO/FROM ST. LOUIS 8 DAYS TOTAL *8 MEALS INCLUDED: 4 BREAKFASTS, 4 DINNERS

just... $ 1897.00 pp DBL Singles Only $250.00 addtl

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Caribbean

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FEBRUARY 10 - 21, 2017 (By Coach) FEBRUARY 11 - 19, 2017 (By Air)

NOW EXPERIENCE THE NEWEST AND MOST LUXURIOUS HOLLAND AMERICA SHIP IN THE CARIBBEAN!

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Join DIRECTIONS Tours on our annual Anniversary Caribbean Cruise for 2017. Our cruise is roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, FL. MOTORCOACH OR FLY TO/FROM FT. LAUDERDALE FOR CRUISE. AN EXCITING CRUISE TOUR VACATION NOT TO MISS! Tour Highlights include: • 8 Days 7 Nights CRUISE WITH FOUR BEAUTIFUL EASTERN CARIBBEAN PORTS OF CALL

Half Moon Cay

Grand Turk

St. Thomas

San Juan, Puerto Rico

• INSIDE LUXURY CABINS [OUTSIDE & VERANDAH CABINS AVAILABLE ALSO] CRUISE TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ALL TAXES, ALL PORT CHARGES, ALL ONBOARD MEALS, ALL BOOKING FEES & OPERATIONS, SPECIAL GROUP COCKTAIL PARTY AND DIRECTIONS TOUR DIRECTOR THROUGHOUT CRUISE • MOTORCOACH TO/FROM FT. LAUDERDALE INCLUDES 12 DAYS TOTAL. Deluxe Motorcoach transportation, four enroute hotels (to/from), 4 enroute breakfasts, all Driver & Director gratuities and CRUISE PACKAGE ABOVE.

just... $ 1864.00 pp DBL (book before Oct 15 for best cabin picks)

• AIR FLIGHTS TO/FROM ST. LOUIS AND FT. LAUDERDALE INCLUDES 9 DAYS TOTAL. One night hotel and breakfast in Florida (before cruise), all Driver & Director gratuities, Airport / hotel / port transportation and CRUISE PACKAGE ABOVE. just... $ 1649.00 pp DBL

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DESTIN, FLORIDA

Winter Escape

FEBRUARY 21 - 26, 2017 (6 Days) $ 997.00 pp DBL Singles Only $100.00 addtl The tour vacation for the winter blues is here! Known as the “Emerald Coast” of Florida for it’s amazing turquois waters and sugar-white sand beaches, Destin is a favorite among many to escape the cold. Unbeatable price from St. Louis! Tour Highlights include: • THREE NIGHTS IN DESTIN AT THE AWARD WINNING WYNDHAM GARDEN BEACHFRONT HOTEL Your intimate resort hotel is on the beach and features luxurious accommodations! • ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL WHITE SAND BEACHES AND SMOOTH GULF WATERS • GULFARIUM MARINE ADVENTURE PARK Enjoy the marine and Florida eco-system animal shows, museum and shops. ALL THIS Voted the #1 attraction on the Emerald Coast! FOR ONLY • DESTIN BAY, HARBOR AND BACK WATERS AIRBOAT RIDE $997.00 Get up close to the shoreline and get to see all kinds of wildlife on this adventure! • ENJOY LUNCH AND TOURING IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN MOBILE, ALABAMA • TAKE IN SOME DEEP SEA FISHING OR JUST RELAX AT THE POOL OR ON THE BEACH! *5 MEALS INCLUDED: 2 BREAKFASTS, 3 DINNERS Night #1: Collins, MS Nights #2-4: Destin, FL Night #5: Jackson, MS

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What’s Happening at Active Lifestyles Upcoming Events, Outings and Day Trips

AUTUMN ON THE RIVERS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2016 - $87.00

Enjoy a morning cruise aboard the “Hakuna Matata” with narration. We will sail away from the port of Grafton prior to a delicious lunch at Pere Marquette Lodge. Then we will take the Brussell and Golden Eagle Ferries across the Illinois and Mississippi! A beautiful time for fall foliage!

THE GASLIGHT SQUARES WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2016 - $77.00

Enjoy The Gaslight Squares, a trio to a seven-piece band, performs traditional Ragtime, Jazz and Blues - STL Style - at the historic Sheldon Theatre in Grand Center. After our matinee show enjoy the newly built 6,000 square foot Hofbrauhaus St. Louis (based on the original Munich, Germany Hofbrauhaus). Then get a jump-start on your holiday shopping at Eckert’s Country Store. VERY FEW SPACES LEFT - CALL TODAY!!!

COMPLIMENTARY TRAVEL SHOWS

DIRECTIONS Tours invites you to enjoy one of their upcoming Travel Shows for their 2017 touring year! 2 shows: BRENTWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2016 10:30a.m. BEST WESTERN PLUS, ST. CHARLES / WESTPLEX AREA, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2016 10:30a.m. CALL (314) 577-0077 to RSVP - Thank You!

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS SHOW SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2016 - $92.00

JUST ADDED!!! Experience The Magic of Christmas, a Doc Colbert production, at the Meramec Music Theatre! This matinee show will help you and yours feel the joy of Christmas! Doc’s talent search is already completed and this will be the best Christmas show ever! Beloved remnants of past shows plus incredible new talent and essence for a wonderful Christmas experience! Bring the kids and grandkids too! Also enjoy a delicious homecooked holiday luncheon at Nana’s 12 in Cuba, Missouri.

The cost includes meals, activities, motorcoach transportation, and Guide and Driver Gratuities.

Reservations: (636) 326-1779

Trips are operated by Directions Tours, LLC. Price is per Person and non-refundable if cancellation occurs. Space is limited. Call for full details. All Rights Reserved.

Proposition S: Meeting the Needs of Seniors of Greater St. Louis There are serious gaps in funding and delivery of services for seniors. A collection of trusted organizations and community members have come together through Seniors Count to make an impact through the introduction of Proposition S. In November, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of residents 60+ in your county who are facing gaps in numerous areas including: • • • • •

Transportation Nutrition Home maintenance/safety Care coordination Medicare/Medicaid

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Behavioral health Dental health Socialization Homemaker services Respite services

To find out more, go to SeniorsCountSTL.com or “like” Seniors Count on Facebook. Passionate about this issue and want to get involved? Contact Jamie Opsal at JOpsal@SeniorsCountSTL.com

Active Lifestyles Magazine supports PROPOSITION S on the November ballot in St. Charles County, St. Louis County, and St. Louis City to establish a Senior Citizen’s Service Fund. How will it work? Proposition S will raise property taxes by $9.50 for every $100,000 of a home’s assessed value (i.e. a $200,000 home will see an increase of only $19 in property tax annually). The revenue raised will be deposited into a dedicated Senior Citizen’s Service Fund, allocated by an independent board to agencies (both for profit and non-profit eligible) for providing services for senior citizens in their homes. If approved by voters in November, this initiative will improve the ability of our metro region’s three largest counties to better address needs of seniors. For more information or to get involved with the initiative, visit SeniorsCountSTL.com or CALL: Seniors Count at 314-513-9938

CHRONIC ACHES AND PAINS: THE PATHWAY TO RELIEF by Sean M. Cristea

The majority of the community members that visit our facility for help complain about chronic aches and pains. Research from the journal Rheumatology suggests that musculoskeletal pain is more common now than is was 40 years ago. Specifically, low back pain has been reported as the second most common form of musculoskeletal degeneration in adult populations, affecting nearly 80% of all adults. If you are one that suffers from aches and pains, there is a 4 step system we teach our members to help alleviate or eliminate the issue. THE 4 STEP PROCESS TO RELIEF

2. LENGTHEN: Lengthening techniques are used to increase the length and range of motion of tissue in the body. Stretching a muscle after you inhibit it is the most effective way in creating a lengthening effect. It is important, however to seek out a qualified professional to help understand which muscles are best to inhibit and lengthen. 3. ACTIVATE: All muscles work together in a pair-like-fashion. When we have an overactive, or tight, muscle we will also create an underactive, or loose, muscle. Because of this duo relationship we must focus on both the overactive and underactive muscles when trying to reduce aches and pains. Activation techniques are designed to reeducate or increase activation of the underactive muscles. This can be accomplished through focused resistance training.

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1. INHIBIT: The first step in our system is to release the tension of overactive tissue in the body. Our brain sends signals to muscles we tend to overuse throughout the day. We must “turn them off” so that we can better lengthen them through stretching. This can be accomplished by utilizing a foam roller, trigger point techniques, or by

seeking a qualified massage therapist to get the job done.

4. INTEGRATE: Muscle pairs of the body function together as families to create movement and posture. We must reteach the body how to use these muscle families to create proper, functional movement and reduce the risk of the pain from returning. Sustainable movement patterns are created only through the integration with the whole body. The continual decrease in everyday activity has contributed to many postural dysfunction and chronic aches and pains. The new mindset in exercise training should address muscle imbalances and movement deficiencies to improve our functional capabilities and decrease our risk of injuries. For additional information contact: Sean M. Cristea Achieve Wellness, LLC 4282 Telegraph Road St. Louis, MO 63129 sean@achievewellness-stl.com 314.487.1456

For almost 90 years the St. Louis Casa Loma Ballroom, a landmark of entertainment in St. Louis, has provided a wide range of popular music and dancing. This unique ballroom has served the young and the young-at-heart of St. Louis; offering the music of such greats as Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra, The Harry James Orchestra, the Dorseys, Bill Haley and the Comets, and many more!

SEE OUR FULL SHOW / CONCERT / DANCING SCHEDULE ONLINE! Plan Your Next Party at the Casa Loma Ballroom •Wedding Receptions •Theme Parties •Benefit Dances •Business Meetings

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GUARD AGAINST IDENTITY THEFT - AND PROTECT YOUR FINANCES Jeff Ponte, Edward Jones Advisor

In 2015 alone, more than 13 million Americans were victimized by identity theft, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. What can you do to guard your identity and protect yourself from potential financial losses? Here are some ideas to consider: • Review your statements. Closely review the monthly statements from your checking and other financial accounts. If you find any unfamiliar charges, contact your bank or other financial services provider immediately. • Order your credit reports. The three credit reporting agencies – TransUnion, Equifax and Experian – are each required by law to provide you one free credit report a year. Make sure your name, address and other information are correct on your credit report, and if you find old or inaccurate information, have it removed. • Place a fraud alert. If you suspect you

have become a victim of Identity theft, place a “fraud alert” on your credit reports by contacting any of the three credit reporting agencies. You can choose a short-term or long-term alert. And if you’re an active member of the military, you can request a special, one-year alert. • Feed your shredder. Shred all old bank and investment statements, applications for new credit cards and any other documents that contain personal information. • Destroy digital data. If you have a variety of financial accounts, you’re not just creating a paper trail – you’re also establishing a digital “footprint.” So, when you sell or otherwise dispose of a computer system or hard drive, you may want to take steps to destroy personal data. You might think that simply deleting it would be sufficient, but tech-savvy identity thieves can “undelete” files or recover information from a formatted drive. However, products are available that allow you to

completely wipe out data on hard drives. • Change passwords. It’s a good idea to change your Internet passwords every so often – especially those passwords that provide access to financial accounts. • Leave your Social Security card home. Snagging someone’s Social Security number is a real “catch” for identity thieves, so do everything you can to thwart them. And you can start by leaving your Social Security card safely at home – after all, there’s probably never a good reason to bring it out, anyway. In fact, be wary of anyone, or any business, that asks for your Social Security number, either in person or online. Except for a few obvious exceptions, such as your tax preparer, most reputable businesses don’t need to know anything about your Social Security information. • Watch for “phishers.” If you’ve ever gotten an e-mail, supposedly from your bank, advising you that your account will be “frozen” unless you provide personal details about your

account, it’s a good bet that someone is “phishing” for this information – and they’re using the “freezing” threat as bait. What’s particularly alarming is that these “phishers” have gotten quite good at duplicating logos and using official-sounding language. However, a legitimate bank would never threaten you this way with an e-mail, so, if you get such a message, contact the bank’s fraud department. You can go a long way toward protecting yourself against identity theft by following these suggestions — so put them to work soon. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by Jeff Ponte / Edward Jones Financial Advisor. For additional information contact Jeff at Jeffrey.Ponte@edwardjones.com or 314-469-1696 daily.

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WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT ALOPECIA AREATA? Scott Gardner, The Hair Whisperer

Are you suffering from hair loss? Perhaps you’re finding clumps of hair in your brush or have growing bald spots on your scalp. You may find yourself constantly drawing in your eyebrows, or maybe you can’t grow a beard no matter what you try. If this is the case for you, or someone you know, then they may be suffering from alopecia areata. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune skin disease that results in the loss of hair on the scalp and possibly elsewhere on the body. It’s not contagious and it’s not caused by stress. This disease actually occurs most

often in otherwise healthy people at any age. This news can be devastating when a person is diagnosed and can be quite emotionally overwhelming. What many don’t know is that they are not alone and that they have options to continue living a life where they still feel attractive. It is estimated that over 6.8 million people in the United States and 147 million worldwide have, had or will develop alopecia areata at some point in their lives. Alopecia areata occurs when healthy hair follicles are attacked by the body’s immune system by mistake. It usually starts with one or more small, round, smooth patches on the scalp and can progress to total scalp hair loss (alopecia totalis) or complete body hair loss (alopecia universalis). The scalp is the most commonly affected area, but any hair-bearing site can be affected alone or together with the scalp such as the beard, eyebrows or legs. Hair can grow back in or fall out again at any time, and the disease course is different for each person. Some hair production is increased with various treatments and medications but as of now there is no known cure. However, it is completely possible to still

live a life looking, and feeling, beautiful! September is actually known as National Alopecia Areata Awareness Month. Many events and fundraisers are held during the month to raise awareness about alopecia areata in various communities and to encourage donations to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF), which focuses on research for cures and provides support for those suffering and their families. If you’re interested in attending, hosting or donating to an event visit https://www.naaf.org/events. At Hans Wiemann we want to help anyone suffering from hair loss look and feel their best. Brio® is one of our best non-surgical hair restoration solutions available for men and women who suffer from alopecia. This effective hair restoration system is completely natural looking and can be styled and cut any way you want. Brio® is customizable and is matched to each individual’s hair color and age to create a natural looking hair line. The difference is virtually undetectable to the touch, even up-close. With Brio® we can help restore your confidence and give you the hair you’ve been dreaming of!

For over 50 years Hans Wiemann has provided clients with the best hair restoration solutions and treatments available. We offer several surgical and non-surgical hair loss solutions, for men and women, to solve your unique hair loss situation. From the ARTAS® Robotic FUE hair transplant procedure, to our hair care products and PRP therapy, our team of highly trained hair restoration technicians and surgeons are here to find the best hair restoration solution for you. We even have hair restoration solutions designed specifically for African American and ethnic hair. Start restoring your own growing hair today and call (314) 721-6657 to schedule your FREE hair and scalp consultation! For more information visit www.hanshairloss.com Scott Gardner Hans Weimann Hair Specialists 1266 Andes Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63132 (314) 721-6657

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HEALTHY EATING AFTER 50 - “THE DASH PLAN”

1 tablespoon of peanut butter, or 1 cup of 1% milk all have roughly the same number of calories. But, the foods are different in many ways. Some have more nutrients than others do. For example, milk gives you more calcium than a banana, and peanut butter gives you more protein than cereal. Some foods can make you feel fuller than others.

One eating plan in the Dietary Guidelines is the DASH Eating Plan. DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. Following this plan can help you lower your blood pressure. How Much Should I Eat? How much you should eat depends on how active you are. If you eat more calories than your body uses, you gain weight. What are calories? Calories are a way to count how much energy is in food. The energy you get from food helps you do the things you need to do each day. Try to choose foods that have a lot of the nutrients you need, but not many calories. Just counting calories is not enough for making smart choices. Think about this: A medium banana, 1 cup of flaked cereal, 1½ cups of cooked spinach,

How Many Calories Do People over Age 50 Need Each Day? A woman: Who is not physically active needs about 1,600 calories. Who is somewhat active needs about 1,800 calories. Who has an active lifestyle needs about 2,000-2,200 calories. A man: Who is not physically active needs about 2,000 calories. Who is somewhat active needs about 2,200-2,400 calories. Who has an active lifestyle needs about 2,400-2,800 calories. Here’s a tip: Aim for at least 150 minutes (2½ hours) of physical activity each week. Ten-minute sessions several times a day on most days are fine. How Much Is on My Plate? How does the food on your plate compare with how much you should be eating?

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Here are some ways to see how the food on your plate measures up: 1 deck of cards = 3 ounces of meat or poultry. Half baseball = half cup of fruit, rice, or pasta. 1 baseball = 1 cup of salad greens 4 dice = 1½ ounces of cheese. Tip of your first finger = 1 teaspoon of butter or margarine. 1 ping-pong ball = 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. 1 fist = 1 cup of flaked cereal or a baked potato.

Do Older Adults Need to Drink Water? With age, you may lose some of your sense of thirst. Drink plenty of liquids like water, milk, or broth. Don’t wait until you feel thirsty. Try to add liquids throughout the day. You could try soup for a snack, or drink a glass of water before exercising or working in the yard. Don’t forget to take sips of water, milk, or juice during a meal. What about Fiber? Fiber is found in foods from plants - fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Eating more fiber might prevent stomach or intestine problems, like constipation. It might also help lower cholesterol, as well as blood sugar. It is better to get fiber from food than dietary supplements. Start adding fiber slowly. That will help avoid gas. Here are some tips for adding fiber: Eat cooked dry beans, peas, and lentils often. Leave skins on your fruit and vegetables if possible, but wash them first. Choose whole fruit over fruit juice. Eat whole grain breads and cereals. Drink plenty of liquids to help fiber move through your intestines.

Common Problems Older Adults Have with Eating Does your favorite chicken dish taste different? As you age, your sense of taste and smell may change, and foods may seem to lose flavor. Try extra spices or herbs to add flavor. Also, medicines may change how food tastes. They can also make you feel less hungry. Talk to your doctor if this is a problem. Maybe some of the foods you used to eat no longer agree with you. For example, some people become lactose intolerant. They have stomach pain, gas, or diarrhea after eating or drinking something with milk in it. Your doctor can test to see if you are lactose intolerant. Is it harder to chew your food? Maybe your dentures do not fit, or your gums are sore. If so, a dentist can help you. Until then, you might want to eat

Credit: National Institute on Aging www.nia.nih.gov

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HISTORICALLY SPEAKING... The Many Lives of Washington Avenue by NiNi Harris, Historian

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(circa 1909 - Postcard is courtesy of a private collection)

The neighborhood energy on Washington Avenue seems to almost bubble up from the sidewalk. The new Blues Museum, housed in the old Stix, Baer & Fuller Department Store building, anchors the east end of Washington Avenue. At the western end of the district stands 2020 Washington. This eight story condominium building, built by Emerson Electric Company as a factory and once home to the Sporting News, anchors the west end of the new residential district. Giant, century-old warehouses, built to serve the booming garment industry, line Washington Avenue between these anchors. St. Louisans, many of them foreign-born, manufactured shoes, overalls, ties, dresses and hats in these buildings. There were jobbers who bought and sold fabric, lace, silks and threads. These industries and businesses grew through the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression and World War Two. Early in the 20th century, the Walkers, who sired Presidents George Herbert Walker Bush and George Walker Bush, ran Ely & Walker dry goods company on Washington. Young playwright Thomas Lanier Williams, later known by his pen name Tennessee Williams, worked in the International Shoe warehouse (now home to the playful City Museum). During the War, Emerson Electric workers manufactured the ball turrets for the B-17 bombers that annihilated the Nazi’s war industries. Following World War Two, a new wave of immigrants, refugees from a devastated Europe, energized the street as they rebuilt their own lives with jobs in the warehouses. In 1960, the textile and apparel manufacturers employed 15,000 St. Louisans. St. Louis lead the clothing industry nation-wide in the design and manufacture of junior dresses. In addition, thirty firms manufactured misses’ dresses. Twenty-seven companies produced men’s and boys’ sportswear. Eighteen companies made ladies’ blouses. And Washington Avenue was the heart of this booming trade. Gradually, the garment industry left St. Louis, then left the United States. The massive warehouses of Washington Avenue emptied out. They

were left underutilized, or even vacant hulks. The street and sidewalks that had buzzed with activity, felt like those of a ghost town. The buildings themselves, however, were just as magnificent empty as they were when the street employed thousands. I used to give walking tours of Washington Avenue when we could stand right in the center of the street to get a good view of the ornate cornices that topped the buildings. From the middle of the street, we admired molded copper cornices, the rough cut stone, the fanciful forms of the molded terra cotta, and the ornamental brick that made these buildings works of art. We never worried about traffic. There was none. During the last 20 years, one warehouse after another has been converted into apartments or condominiums. At street level, restaurants thrive in the old buildings. Even charter schools have opened in the old buildings. As a whole, Washington Avenue has been reincarnated as an extraordinary residential neighborhood. Enjoying a late afternoon coffee at the Washington Avenue Post -- a combined deli, convenience store and copy shop -- at 1315 Washington, I witness a parade of activity. Residents walk their dogs. Employees of the bank located in the old Fashion Square building stop in the Washington Avenue Post for an expresso to get them through the rest of the day. Street residents stop in to pick up a loaf of bread or carton of milk. And regularly, there is a pick-up chess game at the tables in the deli section. These new Downtown residents walk, shop and socialize where generations of immigrants powered the St. Louis economy. © 2016 by NiNi Harris

St. Louis Hawks vs. Chicago Bulls October 15, 1966 Sports rivalry between St. Louis and Chicago runs deep when it comes to their beloved teams: Cardinals vs. Cubs and Blues vs. Blackhawks. However, how many of you remember the third rival sport between these two major cities? That’s right, it was St. Louis Hawks vs. Chicago Bulls in the NBA. The Hawks franchise began in 1955 when the team arrived in St. Louis from Milwaukee, and remained in the Gateway City until 1968 when the team flew the coop to Atlanta Ga. The Chicago Bulls franchise began their NBA career in the 1966/67 season. On October 15, 1966 the Bulls, playing their first ever NBA game, managed to out dunk the Hawks 104 to 97. This first taste of victory however did not end so sweet that season, as the Hawks finished in second place with a 39-42 record; sweeping the

expansion Chicago Bulls during the playoffs in three straight games to reach the Western Division Finals that year. The city of St. Louis has yet to see a return of NBA Basketball in the 35 years since the Hawks departed to Atlanta. They did have ABA basketball for two seasons: 1974–75 and 1975– 76, with a team known as the Spirits of St. Louis, but when the ABA merged with the NBA in 1976 the Spirits were not invited to join. The Spirits effect can still be felt however, as they chose to receive a small percentage of every television contract from the four teams that did join the NBA, and have long since surpassed the lump sum buyouts received by other ABA teams like the Kentucky Colonels and Virginia Squires. St. Louis does seem to always pop up as a possible location for a NBA team every time talk about relocation or expansion comes up. So who knows, St. Louis and Chicago could someday become NBA rivals once again…

Downtown St. Louis by Nini Harris; forward by Charlie Brennan, photo editied by Don Korte. ISBN: 9781681060156; hardcover 8.5X11, 160 pages: $35.00

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