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Weight loss coach Charles D’Angelo gives clients the push they need to transform their lives. Learn more about how he has helped clients on their weight loss journeys on p. 8.

Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett.

Left: Associate Medical Director Dr. Lenise Cummings-Vaughn, Administrator Kathy Kelley, and Medical Director Dr. David Carr meet with a resident.

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LN ONLINE Have you welcomed a new pet over the holiday season? LN spoke with St. Louis area shelters about what to expect when gifting a new dog or cat at this time of year. Visit laduenews.com to learn what you need to know when welcoming a new furry addition to your family.

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ERIC MORFF Lost 115 pounds 8

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ealizing it’s time to make a change is easy. Sticking to that change – and staying on track – is where things can get difficult. That’s where weight loss coach Charles D’Angelo comes in to provide clients with the structure and support they need to create lasting change in their lives.

“I’m the kind of person who likes having the guess work taken out,” client Eric Morff says, who has worked with D’Angelo for the last year and has lost 115 pounds. “He makes the decisions around food much easier; you don’t feel confused or overwhelmed. It takes a lot of stress out of my day and it makes me feel good.”

After reaching his goal, Morff signed up to be a part of D’Angelo’s maintenance program, which meets once a month. “It’s a great incentive to have someone to talk to and have a little bit of accountability,” he adds.

“People in the program make decisions about food and exercise ahead of time, and have accountability checking in,” D’Angelo explains. “The key to success is to have a strategy in place throughout the year, so that regardless of the circumstances, there isn’t a need to make sudden changes.”

D’Angelo is known for having a precise, clear and compassionate approach in guiding clients through his program, having once been a bullied, 360 pound teenager.

“I’ve been there, and know how painful it is to be stuck in a place you hate,” he says. “And I also know exactly what it takes to escape that dynamic.”

“Charles exudes the kind of energy you need when you’re starting to get into this journey,” client Kevin Barrera says.

“He’s got a way of bringing out the best in people; he brought out more confidence than I knew I had. I’ve never had a coach like that before.”

Client Colleen Morrissey concurs. Having gone through a tremendous personal loss, losing her husband and father in a short amount of time, she felt like she was lost and says that D’Angelo and his coaching gave her the support she needed to keep going.

“He told me ‘just because you have a slip, doesn’t mean you stay there,’” she says. “You dust yourself off and keep moving forward. He makes you realize that you’re worth it and your life is worth it. He’s been a great coach.”

COLLEEN MORRISSEY Lost 105 pounds

Morrissey has lost 105 pounds in nine months of working with D’Angelo, and adds that the changes she’s seen in her life have also benefited her children since she feels more present in their lives, which is something D’Angelo himself considers one of the greatest results of his coaching. “It’s wonderful to see not only the positive changes in the individual’s life, but how that change ripples out and benefits all those who come into contact with them,” he says.

If you visit D’Angelo’s website, you’ll find scores of testimonials from medical doctors who seek out his coaching to help them overcome their issues and reach their goals.

Barrera, who has lost 70 pounds in the last year, says that his health has improved overall, including being able to rid himself of his sleep apnea as well as seeing increased energy.

“His plan and his methods would work for anyone,” he says. “He does custom coaching to your needs but the goals aren’t unrealistic. It’s simple it works with just about anyone’s lifestyle. If you’re ready to start something – I think the way he does things is a great fit.”

“If you feel like you’ve tried everything, and nothing works, my program is for you,” D’Angelo confirms.

Morff concludes: “You’ll know when you’re ready, and once you are, call Charles and it will change your life.” For a free consultation, call 314-495-3228.

Charles D’Angelo, 314-495-3228, charlesdangelo.com

IF YOU FEEL LIKE YOU’VE TRIED EVERYTHING, AND NOTHING WORKS, MY PROGRAM IS FOR YOU. – CHARLES D’ANGELO

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HEALTH & SCIENCE > KIDS MD

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By Dr. Heather Joyce

s a mother and a pediatrician, I often get asked what I keep on hand during cough and flu season. Here is a list of the most commonly prescribed remedies I recommend to my patients and keep around my house during winter.

VASELINE (PETROLEUM JELLY) OR AQUAPHOR Winter is a time for dry skin, diaper rash, runny nose, chapped lips and red cheeks. The best remedy for all of these is a great barrier ointment, and Vaseline does the trick almost every time. If you ever get around to checking out the ingredients on your body lotion, baby lotion or beauty cream, one of the first ingredients is often petrolatum (the main ingredient in Vaseline). This is because it is one of the best ingredients to create a barrier from the outside world. All the other ingredients are added to make it feel better, absorb better or smell better, all of which are unnecessary and might cause irritation.

NASAL SALINE AND A BULB SYRINGE OR NOSE ASPIRATOR Nothing helps a child’s runny nose and clogged sinuses like saline. Be careful not to use too much – for infants and young toddlers (under 2), I recommend nasal saline drops. Just put two drops in each nostril, let it sit as long as you can hold your child down (usually less than 10 seconds for most parents), insert the bulb syringe, close the other nostril with your finger and suck. The hardest part is holding your child in a position to get this done! For older children, the nasal saline spray is much easier.

COOL MIST HUMIDIFIER Place in your child’s room, near the bed (but not too close to wood furniture – I learned that one the hard way) at the first sign of a cold, sore throat or sinus blockage. Remember not to use hot water humidifiers; they can burn your curious children.

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CHILDREN’S IBUPROFEN (ADVIL) OR ACETAMINOPHEN (TYLENOL) A fever is your child’s body fighting infection, but fever can also cause your child to be very uncomfortable, with fussiness, flushed cheeks, fast breathing and sleepiness. Our greatest weapon against fever is ibuprofen or acetaminophen – use as directed by your physician. Remember that both of these medications come in infant formulations and the dosage can be very confusing, so double check before giving. Please remember: no ibuprofen for infants under 6 months and never any aspirin for children.

PEDIALYTE OR GATORADE If your child is sick with an upper respiratory tract infection or gastroenteritis (also commonly known as the “stomach flu”), it is very important to have an oral rehydration solution on hand.

For children ages 2 to 3 and younger, Pedialyte is best. After that, Gatorade will work. It can be warm, cold or frozen like a popsicle. If your infant refuses to eat and drink because of a stuffy nose, try switching to Pedialyte – it goes down easier (the popsicle trick also works with infants older than 4 months). If they are vomiting, try giving small amounts (5 milliliters or sips) of Pedialyte frequently to keep them hydrated.

HONEY Honey has been shown in several studies to calm a cough better than cough suppressants that are FDA approved for children (only for ages 6 and older). Dark honey seems to do the best job, but regular honey also works and tastes better.

Give just half to one teaspoon every two hours for children ages 1 and older. Do not give honey to any child younger than 1 year old due to the risk of botulism.

INFLUENZA VACCINE If you have children over the age of 6 months, please get them an influenza vaccine. I also urge all parents to get the vaccine, especially if they have children under 6 months of age who cannot get the vaccine. Influenza is a very serious respiratory illness, especially in children. It causes high fever, runny nose, congestion, cough, difficulty breathing and a very ill child for five to seven days on average. The vaccine is the only weapon we truly have against this life-threatening illness.

Dr. Heather Joyce is physician operations leader at Mercy Clinic in the St. Louis area.

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he St. Louis beer community has joined a global effort to help those impacted by the Maui wildfires.

Customers of Sandy Valley Brewing Co., Schlafly Beer and Third Wheel Brewing can support Maui residents simply by buying a glass of Kōkua.

One beer brewed by many, it’s a part of The Kōkua Project.

“The Kōkua Project is the perfect example of how individuals coming together can make a massive difference in the lives of others,” says Kyle Matthias, head brewer at Sandy Valley. “I just hope it can serve as an example of how we can act together to prevent disasters like this in addition to mitigating their life-altering effects.”

In August 2023, a series of devastating wildfires broke out on the island of Maui, which sparked mass evacuations and an estimated $6 billion in damages. “I still can’t imagine having my home burnt to the ground, losing my children or spouse and never being able to revisit places where I’ve created memories with them,” Matthias says. “None of us should be subject to a catastrophe like the Maui wildfires. We need to help each other even if we’re thousands of miles apart.” Now, more than 700 breweries around the world have stepped up to offer help by brewing Kōkua.

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Proceeds from The Kōkua Project benefit the Global Empowerment Mission, a nonprofit organization that facilitates the Maui Brewing Co. Fire Fund. Kōkua is a Hawaiian word that translates to “extending help to others.” The name fits especially well into Sandy Valley’s menu of concise beer titles with surprisingly deep meanings; one of its brews, Komorebi, translates to “light filtering through the trees,” while another, Sortsol, means “black sun.”

To make Kōkua, Maui Brewing Co. provided an open-source recipe for participating brewers to follow. Sandy Valley followed the recipe closely while making it its own. For example, Sandy Valley’s version of Kōkua is 3.7 percent ABV, which is lower than the original recipe calls for. “The idea behind this was to create a full-flavored session IPA with an eye toward sustainability,” Matthias says.

“Lower ABV means less malt, typically less hops to maintain balance, less waste and just lower overall strain on our planet.”

Matthias also incorporated Hawaiian sea salt to

balance the hop bitterness and enhance the malt’s sweetness. Kōkua’s aroma notes include pineapple, cantaloupe, candied orange and pine, resulting in a bright, fresh flavor. “The beer finishes crisp and refreshing,” Matthias says.

Maui recovery efforts will continue throughout 2024, and beer lovers can support in the meantime by grabbing a pint of Kōkua at their local brewery.

If you want to grab Kōkua at Sandy Valley, make the trip to Hillsboro sooner rather than later; it’s on taps now. “It will be available until it’s gone – so hopefully it won’t be around long.”

Visit Maui Brewing Co.’s website to learn more about The Kōkua Project, and follow Sandy Valley on Instagram to stay up to date on their Kōkua production.

The Kōkua Project, mauibrewingco.com/kokua Sandy Valley Brewing Co., 3660 Linhorst Road, Hillsboro, sandyvalleybrewingco.com

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tart your new year off right with a book brimming with STEAM learning and family interaction. Ready Readers recommends “The Same But Different Too” by author Karl Newson and illustrator Kate Hindley.

STEAM learning became a major focus in education early in the millennium. The tech boom of the 1990s and early 2000s, a harbinger of the changing 21st century workforce, alerted educators to the need for an earlier emphasis on developing problem-solving skills. STEAM integrates the five disciplines into a crosscurricular program featuring real-world applications and teaching methods. The combined-discipline method works especially well in an early childhood setting, since most certified education centers focus on learning through play, where exploration, observation and conversation are fundamental components of the learning environment.

“The Same But Different Too” incorporates key elements of science (different animals and habitats), math (noticing patterns, making comparisons and identifying similarities and differences) and art (color, detail and humor). The simple rhyming text offers myriad illustration possibilities, and the uncluttered,

vibrantly colored mixed media pictures allow for easily made comparisons. Children may be drawn to the anthropomorphic artwork, where wild animals from around the world cavort with children in universally recognized activities: riding bikes, sampling food and drink at a family dinner table, enjoying outside play and reading together. Social-emotional learning, another core component of early education, is an important topic in the story, and the inclusion of some uncommon words are perfect for helping children expand their vocabularies.

Round out the experience by engaging early readers in conversation to help little ones commit their new scientific knowledge to memory.

Ready Readers will distribute copies of “The Same But Different Too” to children, classrooms and homes across our area this month, equipping families with the tools needed to ensure their children learn and grow into critical thinkers.

Ready Readers shares the joy and power of reading with more than 15,000 preschoolers living in underserved communities across the St. Louis metro. Visit readyreaders.org to learn how you can build a brighter future for area children.

Donate today to the Humane Society of Missouri’s Spay Neuter Incentive Program (SNIP).

Help provide low-cost spaying and neutering to control the pet population and keep our community safe.

Go to hsmo.org/givesnip or call (314) 951-1542 to donate.

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Fitness instructor Charlie Foxman has been with The Gatesworth for nearly as long as The Gatesworth has been around.

Resident Bill McDowell

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he new year is typically a time for health resolutions to surge and slump again.

However, at The Gatesworth, maintaining fitness and well-being is not only easy, but also enjoyable as well.

“Advancing age doesn’t have to lead to less activity,” says executive director Carrie Montrey.

“Instead, activity can help one stay healthier and feel younger while they age. We want our community to inspire a vibrant, healthy lifestyle.”

The Gatesworth helps facilitate that lifestyle with multiple opportunities for residents to keep active, such as fitness classes that cover everything from overall fitness to courses focusing on cardio and strength.

Fitness instructor Charlie Foxman adds that every class he teaches also has a balance component: “Balance is incredibly important. That’s the main reason people get injured, because of falls. As you age, gravity is no longer your friend.”

Foxman has been an instructor at The Gatesworth for nearly as long as The Gatesworth has been around, having been approached by one of the community’s owners, Bob Leonard, shortly after opening. Foxman adds that working at The Gatesworth gives him an incredible sense of accomplishment and that he loves seeing the residents happy and healthy. In return, Foxman makes his fitness classes something residents will look forward to and a place where they can socialize with their friends and neighbors.

“I like to make jokes and play music,” he says. “I use Spotify and have the residents request music; we play artists like Bing Crosby and Perry Como and they get a lot of enjoyment from the music. It’s a lot more fun than having it just be me speaking. I also have them count when doing exercises and everyone likes it being interactive.”

“I feel happy and invigorated,” resident Kitsy Moore

Resident Kitsy Moore

confirms. “I feel more relaxed, confident and capable, and I am grateful that I can keep doing my day-to-day activities without becoming dependent on others.”

Resident Bill McDowell concurs: “The benefits of attending classes include increased strength in daily activities, such as opening a can or reaching for something on a high shelf, and improved balance.

Getting out of a chair or bed without assistance is important. You feel great when your doctors tell you to keep doing whatever you are doing.”

On top of fitness classes, The Gatesworth makes health enjoyable through the food. Executive chef Brian Hardy makes a point to use the freshest ingredients to create dishes that are as good for residents as they are delicious. Additionally, the culinary team works to accommodate the dietary restrictions of residents.

Residents also praise The Gatesworth’s beautiful campus and abundant walking paths for providing more opportunities to stay mobile, as well as the different clubs and activities that keep them socially and mentally active.

“I especially enjoy the planned musical programs throughout the week, frequent educational lectures, Spanish Table, documentary films, several games, and outings to various events and restaurants,” Moore says.

“I also enjoy the luxury of luscious ‘nature walks’ on the spectacular grounds. The choices for an enriched life are countless.”

“There is always something going on here,” Montrey concludes. “Our residents are engaged and involved. We are happy to offer classes and events that help them enjoy life.”

At The Gatesworth, a healthy lifestyle isn’t a fad – it’s a joyful part of residents’ every day.

I feel happy and invigorated.

I feel more relaxed, confident and capable, and I am grateful that I can keep doing my day-to-day activities without becoming dependent on others.

– RESIDENT KITSY MOORE

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new partnership between Saint Louis University and Lincoln University of Missouri will help drive strategic intelligence and cybersecurity workforce development in the region. Announced in October 2023, the move serves as a sign of what’s to come for job opportunities in the local, state and national markets.

“This new Accelerated Bachelors to Master’s Program in Intelligence and Cybersecurity will allow students to get a head start on their graduate education by taking graduate courses during their junior and senior undergraduate years,” says Joe Lyons, director of the Midwest Intelligence Community Center for Academic Excellence at SLU. The agreement will help Lincoln University students in STEM fields pursue a master’s degree in Strategic Intelligence or Cybersecurity at SLU by facilitating a 4+1 undergraduate and graduate model that accelerates the education timeline from two years to just one.

Students are eligible for the program if they maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 and have completed specific prerequisite courses during their undergraduate degree. The program is administered remotely through SLU’s School for Professional Studies and is currently recruiting students; the first student cohort will begin in fall 2024. Undergraduate students can take up to 12 credit hours and apply them to their master’s degree.

The partnership between SLU (a Jesuit school founded in 1818) and Lincoln University (a public, historically Black university founded in 1866), is the latest development in a research consortium established between the schools in 2022. The universities work alongside SLU’s MW-IC CAE - also founded in 2022 - to bolster and supply the training pipeline for students to

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enter careers in the intelligence industry.

“Most students in this program will complete their master’s degree [less than] one year after completing their baccalaureate degree,” Lyons says.

“This enables students to enter the STEM workforce much more quickly with the advanced skills employers are seeking. Master’s degrees are associated with many benefits for our students, including higher salaries after graduation and more advancement opportunities within their careers.”

Early entry into this growing industry provides more opportunities for St. Louis graduates to pursue skilled professions both locally and internationally. The Missouri Economic Research and Information Center predicts cybersecurity job growth in Missouri to be higher than 29 percent between 2020 and 2030. Nationally, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 32 percent growth in jobs for information security analysts over the next 10 years. This translates to a net increase of thousands of job openings across the state.

“In the St. Louis region, we have seen federal agencies, including NGA, expand their facilities, resulting in even more local job opportunities in the security and intelligence field,” Lyons says. “Programs like the Accelerated Bachelors to Master’s - and intra-university organizations like the Intelligence Community Center for Academic Excellence - help ensure a pipeline of talent regionally and nationally.”

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Theodore alexander’s rustic mahogany and reclaimed oak Hunt table is part of the althorp Victory Oak collection.

The rectangular top has two fold-down leaves, which rest on slats that pull out from the apron. Other notable features include two frieze drawers and spiral turned legs with bun feet joined by wavy stretchers. (kdrshowrooms.com)

antilles Toile is part of Thibaut Design’s anna French collection.

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Flamingo Flair

By Alecia Humphreys > Photo by Alise O’Brien

DESIGN BY CASTLE DESIGN

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hen Laurie LeBoeuf was tasked with creating a beautiful bathroom for her client’s daughter, she delivered a stunning space with a fantastic flamingo flair.

“This particular client has a Southern style and loves all things whimsical and fun with a dose of classic tradition,” says LeBoeuf, senior designer for Castle Design. “I think we were able to marry all of these elements together and give her just that.”

LeBoeuf selected a timeless hexagon marble tile for the floor and used brass and acrylic hardware to accentuate the space with coordinating fixtures from Signature Hardware. Soft white and gold Generation Lighting sconces were selected to flank the oversized mirror at the vanity and created a delightfully feminine vignette. To finish it off, Leboeuf used an iconic Cole & Sons flamingo print wallcovering to give the space a whimsical touch.

“The aesthetic of the space was driven by a desire to capture the young age of their daughter, all while providing her with a space that she can grow into,” LeBoeuf says. “The owners of this traditional home craved materials and finishes that distinguished their forever home from others. Committing to this fun flamingo flair in curated details and sweet style proved to be the perfect way of bringing art into a small space.”

The project serves as a great reminder to have fun with finishes.

“Don’t be afraid to combine traditional and modern elements,” LeBoeuf says. “The combination can create a fun, happy and fresh space. Designing a kid’s bathroom is all about fun and creativity. To create a look that is both playful and chic, we as designers rely on everything from graphic patterns to lively hues in order to infuse a small space with a big impact.”

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Warm

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Mignonne Gavigan hoops, $115, Tuckernuck

Cozy neutrals are the perfect soft landing for cold January days.

Veronica Beard cardigan, $398, Hearth & Soul (hearthandsoul.com)

SugarLips sweater, $60, Tradd Street Boutique (traddstreet.com)

Simkhai shearling jacket, $645, Vie Boutique (viestlouis.com)

Christy Lynn leather shorts, $398, Hearth & Soul

Simkhai polo sweater, $445, Vie Boutique

Mother wide-leg jeans, $300, Paisley Boutique (instagram.com/ paisleyboutiquestl)

L’agence boot, $595, Saks Fifth Avenue (saks.com) Isabel Marant sneaker, $490, Tuckernuck

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Mansur Gavriel mini bucket bag, $445, Tuckernuck (tnuck.com)

ARTS & CULTURE > TASTE OF THE TOWN

23 WEST COFFEE Story and photos by Mabel Suen

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ich Elias’ 20-year career as an attorney took him all over the country, and no matter where he wound up, he’d start his day with the best cup of coffee available. After establishing a Webster Groves-based law office in 2019, he decided to bring his ideal contemporary coffee shop to the neighborhood. Last month marked the debut of 23 West Coffee featuring expertly brewed beverages in a stylish and inviting setting.

During his legal travels, Elias took the opportunity to sample local flavors across the country. “My traveling has taken me to virtually every city you can think of, and I think some of the most memorable coffee shops were in New York City, Chicago, Seattle and Portland,” he says. “That’s what we’re trying to do here: Bring a high-end, modern feel that you might see in Seattle or a bigger city.”

Elias currently resides in Glendale – less than a mile away from his new café – and understands the need for essential comforts close to home. “I noticed that downtown Webster was missing a true coffee-first coffee shop and thought there was a gap that needed to be filled,” he says. “The community feedback has been overwhelming. From day one there have been crowds with lines out the door.

It’s something I don’t think we really expected.”

The 2,000-square-foot space features seats for 30 guests inside, with another 20 seats on the front patio.

Elias envisioned an open, airy gathering place for guests to relax, and he credits director of operations Melinda Bommarito, Linda Dulles of Linea Design, Inc., and creative director Irina Pavlova for bringing the aesthetic approach to fruition. A striking green moss wall depicting a map of the area meshes

with refined design elements including live-edge wood tables, metallic-accented walls and a white quartz bar outfitted with a La Marzocco espresso machine. “The concept is to create a modern space to give people a modern coffee shop experience but with coffee that is traditionally crafted – meaning that we are not a Starbucks,” he says. “Our mission is to give the Webster Groves community premium coffee that is brewed and crafted in the way traditional espresso drinks are.”

To that end, Elias worked closely with local roastery First Crack Coffee to select single-origin roasts as well as espresso and house blends. “I think what we’ve tried to do with our house blend for our drip coffee is to make a very drinkable coffee that satisfies both those that have more discretion in coffee drinking as well as those looking for an easy drinking coffee,” he says. “I think it’s a very round and accessible roast with some pretty interesting floral flavors.”

Since opening 23 West Coffee, Elias has kick-

started each morning with a shot of house espresso.

When he’s in the mood for a pour-over, he opts for an Indonesian medium roast with notes of berries, cherry and milk chocolate. In addition to traditional espresso, brewed coffee, lattes and frappes, 23 West Coffee also offers locally procured options from Firepot Teas and LuciAnna’s Pastries – look for scratch-made almond horns, quiche and scones among the goodies displayed in the bakery case to pair with your carefully handcrafted drink of choice.

“We hope to keep doing what we’re doing by bringing exceptional coffee in a premium setting to Webster,” Elias says. “I think our thoughts are – in terms of the concept and the design we put forth – to look at opening other locations here in the city if our success continues.”

23 West Coffee is open Tuesday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

23 West Coffee, 23 W. Lockwood Ave., St. Louis, 314-260-7671, 23westcoffee.com

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ART > SHOW & TELL

Gateway

CABARET

By Mark Bretz > Photo by Todd Davis, courtesy of The Midnight Company

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t. Louis is defining cabaret in its own terms.

Although cabaret has been performed locally for many years, three leaders in particular are ushering it toward a renaissance: Jim Dolan, founder and primary booker for The Blue Strawberry; Tim Schall, executive and artistic director of The Cabaret Project of St. Louis; and Joe Hanrahan, founder and artistic director of The Midnight Company.

Dolan, Schall and Hanrahan each achieved notable artistic and organizational success in 2023 – and have even bigger plans for the new year as they expand their roster of entertainment options at developing and established venues alike.

The Cabaret Project, which previously performed at Jazz St. Louis, now calls The Sheldon Ballroom its home. “We were looking for a new venue after being at Jazz St. Louis for five years,” Schall says. “We wanted to brand our own identity. Often, the struggle with producing and performing cabaret is that it is not easily definable. You can study acting, directing and vocal performance. But a cabaret performance is largely defined by the venue.”

“Cabaret really means an intimate setting with no fourth wall,” he adds. “The artists I’ve presented

are varied, but the people who are most successful can connect with an audience in a personal way.”

Schall says he’s “always loved working with the team at The Sheldon. … The ballroom is great, but I wanted a different feel for it. So, I got a grant from the Gateway Foundation to realize a vision of transforming the room when we’re there. The goal is for the Cabaret Foundation to be a unique place to go.”

The Cabaret Festival opened its 2023-24 season in November at The Sheldon with an appearance

by Broadway star Robin de Jesus. “People loved the venue,” Schall says. “You’ve been transported someplace wonderful, where the stage is part of the room. There is a sense of excitement.”

The Blue Strawberry presented roughly 300 acts in 2023, showing the robust health of the performance space in the Central West End, which seats about 100 people. A majority of those acts come from out of town. “Blue Strawberry presents lots of local talent,” Dolan says. “We are blessed to have great music in St. Louis, as well as touring national acts.”

The Blue Strawberry opened with a performance by local artist (and Blue Strawberry investor) Ken Haller on Halloween 2019. Since then, Dolan notes that “we’ve expanded our offerings to include more rhythm and blues, blues, jazz, soul, folk, singersongwriter and rock.”

Like the Cabaret Festival, The Blue Strawberry survived the lean times of the pandemic to reach its current level of sustained success.

In 2023, Dolan welcomed a new type of entertainment to the venue when Hanrahan and his troupe, The Midnight Company, presented Hanrahan’s original work, “Just

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One Look,” with singer and performer Kelly Howe portraying iconic American singing star Linda Ronstadt in a story that recounted the singer’s career while showcasing her greatest standards.

“Just One Look” produced an impressive 12 consecutive sold-out performances over several months at The Blue Strawberry. Hanrahan later wrote and directed two more shows, the Judy Garland-themed “You Made Me Love You” and the fictitious, whimsical “Professor Sunshine’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Revival.”

Hanrahan says these productions “have stretched the limits of traditional cabaret, resulting in many sold-out evenings in the process. These shows offer strong stories that go along with the music you expect to hear at a cabaret space and offer great artistic opportunities for our company and collaborators.”

To that end, The Midnight Company will present two world-premiere cabaret theater shows in March 2024 at Blue Strawberry. “Movie Music,” a tribute to award-winning theme songs from memorable films, will be presented March 6 and 20, and “Jacey’s Jazz Joint,” about the life, work and romance of the title character, will be presented March 13 and 27. Both shows will star Eileen Engel.

“Cabaret goes in waves, and maybe this wave is lasting longer,” Schall says. “The good times are happening, and audiences are coming. Cabaret is unique and people leave those shows feeling excited, touched and personally involved.”

The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis, 314-256-1745, bluestrawberrystl.com The Cabaret Project of St. Louis, 314-359-0786, thecabaretproject.org The Midnight Company, midnightcompany.com

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Black & White Ball Story and photos by Christina Kling-Garrett

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n early December, Nelly hosted his 11th Black & White Ball at the Four Seasons to raise money for Make-A-Wish Missouri and college scholarships.

Guests included Ashanti, DMC of Run DMC, Murphy Lee, Kyjuan, City, Slo’Down, Blanco Brown, Isaac Keys, Jermaine Dupri, Monica, Polow da Don, Wyclef Jean, Bow Wow, DJ Irie, Ron Isley, Big Boss Vette, Jon Jay, Ozzie Smith, Jim Edmonds, Torry Holt, Mark Clayton, and Orlando Pace.

Guests were treated to a performance by DMC and DJ Charlie Chan and the headliner for the afterparty, Wyclef Jean. Nelly took the stage with Ashanti, Jermaine Dupri, Monica and Bow Wow; Blanco Brown and Polow Da Don also performed. In addition, Nelly granted 4-year-old Messiah Rice a live wish to Disney World and surprised three Harris-Stowe State University students Macbooks and full scholarships.

Ozzie Smith was honored with the event’s first Black & White Ball Legends Award.

Anthony Wilson, Monica, Ashanti, Nelly, Bow Wow, Polow da Don

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With the Black & White Ball, I wanted to start something to celebrate St. Louis – a nice evening, a nice time and a nice night of music and entertainment.

It’s a chance to give back.

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LUTHERAN FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICES OF MISSOURI

Dinner & Auction Story and photos by Bryan Schraier

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uests were in high spirits at the Cheers to 40 Years! Event that took place at The RitzCarlton, St. Louis, in Clayton. The evening celebrated 40 years of support for the Lutheran Family & Children’s Services of Missouri, a nonprofit organization that provides health services for Missouri families. With live auction items and almost 200 silent auction items, the night was a success, raising more than $400,000 that will go to create sustainable change and ensure the wellbeing of children and families across the state.

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Richard and Cassie Alderson, Chelsey and Mike Duggar

Cory and Laura Kelly

Jennifer and Louis Johnson

It is an honor to chair this critical event in support of LFCS. Tonight we celebrate 40 years of the LFCS Dinner & Auction: Forty years of gathering together to support the mission – to support the kids – and to facilitate lasting and multi-generational change.

– Brian Kowert CO-CHAIR

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OUT & ABOUT > PROMOTION

WORKING SPACES AND KIMBALL INTERNATIONAL

“Rocking a Stocking” Story and photos by Christina Kling-Garrett

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he 10th annual “Rocking A Stocking” event was held by co-sponsors Working Spaces and Kimball International in early December. The event, which supports Cardinal Glennon’s Children’s Hospital, was held at the Working Spaces location in St. Louis. As guests perused the nearly 30 holiday stocking entries, they enjoyed a champagne waterfall and other cocktails, along with hors d’oeuvres featuring a “Smashed Potato Martini Bar” from Orlando’s.

Judges Al Hrabosky, Becca Polizzi and Michelle Boolton voted for their favorite entries, which were divided into two categories. First place winners included Rosemann & Associates’ “Snowflake Stadium” and Cannon Design’s “Taylor Swift Mania.” In addition, several stockings were taken to the Children’s Hospital and Ronald McDonald House for the holidays. Fredbird and Louie made an appearance during the raffle drawing for tickets to Cardinals and Blues games, as well as other door prizes.

Visit laduenews.com to see more photos from this event > Tim Carroll, Michelle Boolton, Marcy Handlan, Nancy Apel, Al Hrabosky, Becca Polizzi

We wanted to do something that would heavily engage the creativity of our industry and give back to the kids at a time in which they may be at their lowest: [when they’re in] the hospital on Christmas. We now provide this 195-bed Children’s Hospital with enough toys for the entire year. Every child in the hospital will reap the benefits throughout the year, and once they run out of toys, here comes Working Spaces once again!

– Marcy Handlan WORKING SPACES CO-FOUNDER Becca Polizzi, Molly Kate Adelmann

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Fredbird and Louie

Tim Carroll, Al Hrabosky, Kevin Kenney

Cannon Design with “Taylor Swift Mania”

Stan Wendholt, Kim Dolinar, Joe Roberts, Kim Lutz, Tara Lewis, Michelle Boolton, Wendy Wanasko, Candie Thurman

Megan Breeher, Jared Frank

Marcy Handlan, Tim Carroll, Nancy Apel

Rosemann & Associates with “Snowflake Stadium”

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LEND LIVED-IN CHARM TO A NEW HOME WITH TIPS FROM A PRO.

By Connie Mitchell Photos courtesy of Liston Design Build

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new home is like a blank canvas – full of potential and countless opportunities to express your unique style. But if you didn’t design your new abode yourself, making your dream home a reality might require a few additional renovations.

“Character is subjective and can vary depending on individual preferences,” says Jessica Hoffman, designer at Liston Design Build. “It takes time and money to add character to a home.” Many new homes are mass-produced with simple designs that help streamline the construction process, she adds, which explains the lack of interesting detail.

Fortunately, personalizing your new place doesn’t require a full home renovation. Using simple and relatively inexpensive techniques, new homeowners can infuse their space with warmth and personality: Materials such as reclaimed wood, stone, brick and modern wallpapers can be added easily to existing walls and ceilings, Hoffman says, to create focal points like feature walls or custom builtins. Another easy way to upgrade a space is by replacing builder-grade light fixtures, cabinet hardware, ceiling fans, millwork and trim, window treatments and shelving.

“Personalize your space. Display personal mementos, photos and artwork that have sentimental value,” Hoffman says. “Put in

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furniture and new and old décor pieces that reflect your style. Add a variety of lighting, texture and materials. We are often asked about installing beams, ceiling treatments, built-ins and feature walls. These features can be customized to the client’s personality and lifestyle.”

Older homes can also benefit from a refresh – both for visual appeal and basic safety considerations. “Although older homes have charming and unique features, there are some aspects that may need to be removed or reconsidered for practical or safety reasons,” Hoffman says. “For example, outdated wiring or electrical, lead paint and asbestos, inadequate plumbing and structural support, inefficient insulation and windows.”

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Hoffman notes that her team often works with clients who realize a space doesn’t function well for their lifestyle and need to reconsider layouts.

In the process of recreating spaces that work better in terms of flow and function, surfaces and patterns can be updated to enhance a space.

While brainstorming changes, consider what appeals to your sense of style and pleases your eye when you enter a room. Remember, trends are just that – trends. They’re always developing and changing, especially as marketers and home improvement programs dictate what’s “in” and “out.” However, if you’re determined to have the most popular current look, Hoffman predicts designers and builders will continue to keep spaces “light and bright but also bring in those

warmer wood tones.” She also thinks “flexible and multifunctional spaces” will remain popular.

“The most important thing to know about adding character to a space is that it’s a highly personal and subjective process,” Hoffman says.

“What adds character to one person’s home may not resonate with another. Establish focal points in each room and draw attention to specific features or elements that define a space’s character. This could be a piece of artwork, a unique piece of furniture or an architectural detail. Most importantly, stay true to yourself, as your home reflects who you are.”

Liston Design Build, 1106 First Capitol Drive, St. Charles, 636-940-9417, listondesignbuild.com

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NOBLE

Indeed

By Drew Gieseke > Photos courtesy of Noble Luxury Brands

A LOOK INTO THE HIGH-END RETAILER’S RECENT REBRAND AND RELOCATION

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lot has changed for Gentry’s Limited during the past five years.

Founded in 2018 by designer and owner Dakota Grady, Gentry’s served a niche in the St. Louis shopping scene as an upscale option for finely curated menswear.

The scope has shifted since then. In December 2023, Grady announced via Instagram that Gentry’s Limited had changed its name to Noble Luxury Brands, a symbolic rebrand that signaled what’s next for the specialty shop.

“For us, the new name is part of our vision,” Grady says. “When we started working with Gentry’s Limited, we wanted to work with good people who

work hard. The limiting aspect was that we didn’t work with everybody. It was male-focused, and we wanted to open the door for more work with women.”

Noble Luxury Brands represents something different from typical outfitters. Grady describes it as a place for people who care about their presentation to the world. It sources ready-to-wear, made-to-order and made-to-measure bespoke clothing from well-sourced manufacturers – many of which are based in St. Louis. It’s also a by-appointment business, meaning shoppers need to book a session before they come in for a curated experience.

Upon arrival at Noble’s new location in The Hill at 2131 Marconi Ave., clients meet with Grady or another team member to explore the private showroom. Here, they’ll be able to sip from drinks made in-house as they explore exquisite clothing pieces and accessories like candles and fine furniture pieces located throughout the shop, which nearly doubles as a gallery thanks to the rotating collection of local art that adorns the walls.

This careful curation sets the tone for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that Grady insists should speak for itself.

“We want to protect the integrity and privacy of our clients,” Grady says.

“Because I’m not from St. Louis, I want to build my brand off my skills and not who’s buying my brand.”

In countless ways, Noble stands as a worthy antagonist to the fast fashion and digital retail trends of today. The focus is on catering to a person’s unique look, lifestyle and tastes. Clothing is either

made in-house or sourced locally and crafted to be worn for years and years, transcending fleeting fashion trends of a singular season. Customers mostly shop in person, though ready-made pieces are available on the shop’s digital storefront, which is still under construction.

The heart of Noble’s mission is to make customers feel special and understood. Although modern consumers face an endless array of options, Grady explains that shopping locally is an experience that can’t be replicated elsewhere. “Why would you go to a bigger store where [your purchase] doesn’t really matter or they don’t really care?” he asks. “When you visit Noble, you get a professional opinion on your color, fit and what you should be buying. We have an obligation to make everything perfect.”

Noble is officially open for business, but Grady hopes to announce a soft launch opening in early 2024 to celebrate the changeover. And there’s already so much to celebrate. Turnaround times for tailored items are quicker than before since partnering with a local master tailor, and the team has seen a bump in service quality, product quality and clients’ overall happiness since the introduction.

“I’m very humbled by it,” Grady says.

“Through this process, I quite literally lost so much to keep this going. We’re getting better and stronger. ... I have a lot to look forward to, and I think St. Louis isn’t even ready.”

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PocketParks is planting green spaces around the St. Louis metro.

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hen Samantha Lee Smugala reflects on the last three years, she can hardly believe her small idea grew into a nonprofit with a big impact on the community. Now, the founder and president of PocketParks is planning new ventures for the organization, which has helped create six green spaces in small, previously unused plots in St. Louis.

“The master gardeners we work with always say when it comes to native plants, ‘The first year it sleeps, the second year it creeps, and the third year it leaps.’

I feel like that’s happened with our parks,” Smugala says. “We’ve been working three years, and we’ve seen the most activity and community embracement of the parks that we’ve ever seen. People are using the parks more, and there’s organic activity, not just programmed activity, happening. That says so much about why these are needed.”

With the temporary departure of warm weather, Smugala and her team are viewing winter as an opportunity to develop new plans and concepts.

Because the organization relies solely on volunteers, she ensures that each individual can concentrate on tasks that align with their preferences. The resulting enthusiasm for the work each volunteer personally resonates with helps to propel the organization forward.

Although the existing six PocketParks are located in St. Louis, Smugala hopes to expand the concept to the county as well. The typical process begins by identifying an ideal park location and approaching the owner to purchase or lease the plot. Area residents provide input on what they’d like to see in the park, and the PocketParks team creates a design for approval. Ranging from two acres to about 3,000 square feet, the current parks showcase local artists, native plantings and easy maintenance materials.

“This winter, we’re working on new programs to help us grow,” Smugala says. “We’re also developing a ‘park champion position’ for each park, which is a community member in the neighborhood who will reach out to us if there are any problems. They’re not responsible for maintenance – we don’t want it to be a burden. But if maintenance isn’t happening, or a tree fell or there’s some graffiti or tagging to clean up, we’ll be there to correct it.”

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Smugala and the PocketParks team also are planning an Adopt-a-Park program, where businesses, nonprofits, school groups, families or individuals can adopt a PocketPark for a month. The “adoption” would include a small donation and a volunteer day to host an activity or event. “A lot of organizations have community volunteer days for corporate bonding and things like that,” she says. “Our parks are strategically designed to be low maintenance, so it’s not going to be a super heavy lift.”

PocketParks aims to expand community activation and opportunities, and the Adopt-a-Park program will be a natural extension of that mission, she adds. The communities surrounding each park consider how to use the space to encourage neighbors to gather. For example, the DUC Park (named by sponsor Downtown Urgent Care) is located at 923 Locust St. near a coffee shop and grocery store, which makes it a popular venue for lunch meet-ups and picnics.

Special events at the six existing parks have included presentations from Shaw Nature Reserve master gardeners. “It’s a little bit more than just coming out to rake leaves,” Smugala says. “You’re learning how to transport plants and different pruning tactics that you can take home with you. We’ve seen a lot of success with that, so we’re opening that up to the broader community. I’m really excited to see how that goes.”

There is no specific number of PocketParks that Smugala hopes to create, but she would like to see the concept scaled up and available even outside the St. Louis area. For now, individuals can sign up to volunteer or make a donation at the PocketParks website.

“We work with small dollars and create a large impact. Our parks are designed strategically to transform space quickly with little resources. Then we continue to invest in each park year after year,” she says. “Our goal is to reduce vacancy and provide a valued space for the neighborhood. No one deserves to live in a neighborhood riddled with properties that are not being taken care of. Everyone deserves beautiful public space.”

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The master gardeners we work with always say when it comes to native plants, ‘The first year it sleeps, the second year it creeps, and the third year it leaps.’ And I feel like that’s happened with our parks.

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