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Alliance Real Estate

538 Quail Ridge Lane

2743 Camp Mo Val Road Franklin Co | $1,625,000

Saint Albans | $2,095,000

200 Saint Andrews Drive Saint Albans | $1,150,000

1940 Brakemeyer Road Owensville | $995,000

23890 Tuque Road Wright City | $875,000

5098 Westminster Place St Louis City | $839,000

23 Chesterfield Lakes Road Chesterfield | $825,000

16913 Lewis Spring Farms Road Wildwood | $799,900

1408 Haarman Oak Drive Wildwood | $675,000

3610 Allenton Road Wildwood | $669,000

700 Saint Paul Road Ballwin | $650,000

5155 Westminster Place St Louis City | $575,000

3 Morganfield Court Chesterfield | $550,000

13503 Rosestone Place Sunset Hills | $524,900

1187 Wagner Place 7757 Cornell Ave 320 Claymont Dr 7817 Stanford Ave

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320 Claymont Drive Ballwin | $369,900

2268 Sentier Drive Wildwood | $359,900

2130 Apple Hill Lane Des Peres | $359,900

484 Lake Avenue #1N St Louis City | $285,000

7749 Kingsbury Boulevard #12 Clayton | $249,900

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A Celebration with

David and Miran Halen March 10, 2015

Concert Time: 7 pm

V.I.P. Champagne / Registration- 6:00 PM Performance in Concert Hall- 7:00 PM

Sheldon Concert Hall

Private V.I.P. Dinner Immediately Following Concert Business / Cocktail Attire

VIP Package includes: Valet parking, preferred orchestra seating, private post-concert dinner and one copy of David Halen’s recording of “Salut D’Amour”

Orchestra and Balcony concert-only tickets also available

~ Host Committee ~

~ Honorary Chairs ~ Wilfred & Ann Lee Konneker

~ Co-Chairs ~ Tom & Carol Voss

Celia Bouchard Carter & Cathy Dunkin Tim & Kelly Durbin Marc & Susan Gordon

Wendy & Neil Hershey Lawrence P. and Cheryl Katzenstein Charles J. Metz Mark D. Mittleman

Lois N. Orchard Joanna W. Owen & Felix Burda Robert C. Packman Richard C. and Mary Ann Shaw

Ryan B. Sims Leonard & Cindy Slatkin Phoebe Dent Weil Milton P. & Nina Smiley Wilkins

~ Honorary Committee ~ Steve and Sandy Bell Barry & Barbara Beracha Corey and Faith Berger Joan Berkman and Lewis Bettman III Terence & Susan Block Cynthia Brinkley Gerald Coleman Lawrence & Ellen Condie*

Jim & Cindy Coyle Susan & Evan Crandall Tim & Kim Eberlein* Barbara Eagleton Jim & Mary Forsyth* Ron & Cheri Fromm* Bob & Kathy Fulstone Tom & Kate Gunn

David & Miran Halen* Marylen Mann Audrey Rothbarth* Lynn Friedman Hamilton Priscilla Robb McDonnell* William & Marsha Rusnack* Cheryl T. Holman Jarmaine Migala Helene Sayad Tania Beasley-Jolly Michael & Noemi Neidorff* David & Susan Sherman Ken & Nancy Kranzberg* Susan Barrett & Chris Poehler Don & Sheri Sherman Phyllis Langsdorf Joan Quicksilver* Ellen & Gary Soule Jasmin Huda & Peter LeBlanc Jeff & Paula Reed Mary Strauss* Paul & Linda Lee Jerry & Peggy Ritter* Ken Stukenschneider

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~ Chamber Music ~ The way it was meant to be heard

Celebrating David Halen’s 20th year as Concertmaster of the St. Louis Symphony, the 10th Anniversary of his solo CD, Salut D’Amour, and the many contributions this very special couple have made to our community.

A presentation of chamber music featuring David Halen, Violin; Miran Halen, Soprano; and musicians of Chamber Music Society of St. Louis

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EDITOR’S NOTE

BRRR! JUST THINKING ABOUT HOW COLD IT IS OUTSIDE MAKES ME shiver as I sit down and collect my thoughts. While the beauty of falling snow always takes my breath away, we all know the moment is fleeting. And soon, all we have left to deal with is a slushy, sludgy mess—and a dirty car (one of my pet peeves!).

I’m sure many of you feel the same way, and are counting down the days until spring, when we’ll hear a multitude of songbirds singing, and new life will abound in the green grass and the delicate blooms.

In this week’s edition, we present you with a few other ways to anticipate the arrival of spring. In our Design pages, you’ll find ideas for welcoming the new season into your hearth and home. And our Dining section offers a preview of local farmers markets—definitely a sure sign that warmer days are ahead!

Until then, bundle up!

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ACTIVE SENIORS You’re never too old to learn: Discover how three St. Louisans are continuing to follow their dreams and share their life lessons long into their golden years.

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GREEN GOURMET: FARM FRESH Soon, farmers markets all around town will be setting up their outdoor stands and opening for business as the harvest of cool-weather crops begins.

ON THE COVER: Navigating the West: George Caleb Bingham and the River takes visitors to the 19th century frontier to reveal the relationship between the nation’s waterways and the people who worked and lived closest to them. Through stunning river and portrait paintings and related drawings by George Caleb Bingham (1811-1879), the exhibition thoughtfully depicts the expanding countryside and everyday life along the rivers during a period of evolving style in American art. Pictured: George Caleb Bingham, American, 1811–1879; The Wood-Boat, 1850; oil on canvas mounted on board; 25 1/8 x 30 inches; Saint Louis Art Museum, Museum Purchase 14:1951. For more information, call 721-0072 or visit slam.org. THE STORY BEGINS ON PAGE 22.

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By Jay Delsing, PGA and Champions Tour Golfer For most people, a bad back can be a major pain. For a professional golfer, it can end of a career.

That’s where I found myself back in 2011. I had just turned 50 and begun to compete on the Champions tour when a back injury sidelined me.

Surgery helped. But then I needed to build back my strength. So I began going to the gym a couple of hours a week. Six months later, I was in worse shape than when I started. I was hurting myself all over again.

At this point, I got the sinking feeling that my professional career may be over. That’s when my wife convinced me to try 20 Minutes to Fitness.

Using special equipment and a safe, medically based approach, 20 Minutes to Fitness would get me back in shape, she said. And all it would take was 20 minutes, once a week.

I was at the end of my rope. So I met with Casey Breslin, a physical therapist at 20 Minutes to Fitness’ Chesterfield studio. She told me about 20 Minutes to Par, a special training regimen they offer that focuses on the muscles used in golf.

That was nearly two years ago. I have been training with Casey ever since.

The physical therapy machines at 20 Minutes to Fitness are different from those you find in a regular gym. The slow cadence approach they take is different, too. Did you know you have a coach at your side the entire time to make sure you’re safe and push yourself to your maximum potential? I didn’t either. I cannot imagine working out without a coach ever again. We have coaches helping us on the PGA Tour, so why not with our fitness regime?

The best part is, this 20-minute workout has helped me improve my range of motion, strength and flexibility – all things we lose as we get older. These things, by the way, are incredibly important in golf. Within a year of starting at 20 Minutes to Fitness, I was able to rejoin the Champions tour. Not only did I finish 10th in my first tournament in Quebec City, I have never felt stronger in my life.

20 Minutes to Fitness has given me a whole new outlook. It can do the same for you – no matter what your age, fitness level or interest in golf.

To any of you skeptics out there who say you can’t possibly get fit by working out for only 20 minutes, once a week, I have two things to say: Try it. Your first session is free.

I only wish I had gone in sooner.

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About the author Two-time All American Jay Delsing attended UCLA on a golf scholarship. After qualifying for the PGA Tour in 1984, he competed professionally for 25 years until a back injury threatened his career. In 2013, he began rebuilding his strength at 20 Minutes to Fitness before returning to the Champions Tour a year later, finishing 10th in the Quebec Championship.

For more information on 20 Minutes to Fitness, call its studios in Clayton (314-863-7836) or Chesterfield (636-536-1504) or Sarasota, Fla., or visit www.20minutestofitness.com.

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Diane Alt A cold winter in St. Louis means that I will be re-discovering places like the Saint Louis Art Museum, Missouri History Museum and the Climatron at Missouri Botanical Garden. Add snow, and then I can’t resist a long hike at the park.

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Nancy Robinson At this time of year, my pastimes are reading, watching sitcoms with my husband, Gregg, and meeting up with friends for dinner. Basically, we’re in pretty much of a holding pattern until the spring thaw!

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1. 21 Georgian Acres, Frontenac

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2. 1474 Forest View Drive, Warson Woods

$389,000

NEW LISTING! This 1.5 story home is the epitome of charm.

Numerous updates, five bedrooms including a first floor master, a three-car garage and a versatile carriage apartment!

NEW LISTING! Stunningly transformed! Beautiful hardwood floors, sought-after updates, inviting sunroom, a spacious master, lower level rec room and office space are just a few highlights.

3. 14507 Wellington Estates Manor, Chesterfield $525,000

NEW LISTING! An executive two-story, this home has a new, professionally finished lower level. Lots of architectural highlights, a location near popular shops and restaurants, further add to the appeal.

4. 12 Berkley Lane, Ladue

$975,000

NEW LISTING! Bursting with curb appeal, this Ladue gem offers incredible living space, a fully-equipped and updated kitchen, a walkout lower level, a spacious master suite and so much more.

5. 206 Carlyle Lake Drive, Creve Coeur

$825,000

NEW LISTING! Countless upgrades and plenty of entertainment space come along with this utterly mesmerizing, four bedroom villa home.

Open floor plan, walkout lower level and gourmet kitchen!

6. 5 Kings Pond Road, Glendale

$1,490,000

The stunning English Tudor has been magnificently expanded and includes comprehensive updates and custom finishes that embrace the original architecture. Leaded glass windows, hardwood floors, beamed-vaulted living room, multiple fireplaces and a large screened porch add to the extreme appeal. Gourmet and fully equipped, the kitchen will accommodate any feast.

7. 614 Autumnwood Forest Dr., Lake St. Louis $275,000 NEW LISTING! Upscale living! This ranch home presents an open floor plan, tons of windows, cathedral ceilings and stylish design throughout. Also, a 3-car garage and partially finished lower level.

8. 6 W. Geyer Lane, Frontenac

$1,695,000

COMING SOON! This stunning five bedroom home is located in the heart of Frontenac. An utter masterpiece of a home, it sits on nearly an acre is truly impeccable inside and out.

9. 14417 Rue de Gascony Court, Chesterfield

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New Listings 7719 Lacorn Court • Normandy 3 bedrooms, 1 full, 2 half baths $87,000 523 Weatherfield Ln. • Kirkwood 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths $425,000 315 N. Meramec #3C • Clayton 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths $535,000 Clayton 314.725.5100 Town & Country 314.569.1177 Relocation Services 800.325.4037

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12249 Ladue Road (Creve Coeur).

1 Masonridge Court (Town & Country).

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6 Kehrs Mill Glen Court (Chesterfield).

2603 Wild Plum Valley (Catawissa).

12 Berkley Lane (Ladue).

23 Picardy Lane (Ladue).

419 Polo Drive (Clayton).

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21 Georgian Acres (Frontenac).

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504 Atalanta Avenue (Webster Groves). $255,000 4993 Berwick Lane (House Springs). $265,000

3527 Post Valley (O’ Fallon).

4120 Hartford Street (St. Louis).

3438 McKean Avenue (Tower Grove).

9915 Alden Lane (Rock Hill).

273 Wanderfern Woods (Innsbrook).

8310 Ardsley Drive (Bel-Nor).

7719 Lacorn Court (Normandy).

$245,000 $218,500 $199,999 $179,900 $165,000 $133,480 $87,000

Lots for Building 1035 Price School Lane (Ladue).

45 Trent Drive (Ladue).

1590 North Woodlawn Ave. (Ladue).

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Condos & Villas 206 Carlyle Lake Drive (Creve Coeur). $825,000 14417 Rue De Gascony Court (Chesterfield). $610,000 315 North Meramec Ave #3C (Clayton). $535,000 1517 Washington Avenue #302 (St. Louis). $379,000

200 South Brentwood Blvd #5D (Clayton). $499,900 14410 Open Meadow Court Unit W (Chesterfield). $449,000 7571 Buckingham Drive #1 (Clayton). $269,000 1965 Grinnell Terrace (Maryland Heights). $244,900

5635 Waterman #31 (St. Louis). $159,900 2506 Creve Coeur Mill #9 (Maryland Heights). $66,900

7448 Amherst Avenue - U. City - $319,000 A wonderful English Tudor, this well-located home boasts gorgeous diagonal leaded windows, plantation shutters, refinished hardwood floors and abundant features throughout! The living room offers handsome details, stone fireplace and impressive built-ins. The chef of the home will take a pleasing to the eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets, stainless appliances and granite tops. Adding to the living space is the finished lower level with rec room and an office area.

A Closer View Higginbotham built, this home was designed for understated elegance and lifetime family living. The gracious entry opens to a long gallery providing an unexpected and exciting flow. Dramatic and roomy, the living room showcases a distinguished bow window that overlooks the scenic grounds. The family room invites you to relax inside or enjoy the attached screened-in porch. Equipped with premium appliances, the kitchen is the perfect spot for the chef of the home to work their magic. Additional highlights include a three-car garage, a convenient location and the sought-after space of a 1.8-acre lot.

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HIS YEAR MARKED THE 14th annual RED HOT event for Doorways, its largest fundraiser of the year. Held at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, the event was co-chaired by Al and Glenda Wiman. Doorways’ mission is to provide housing and related support services to improve the health and quality of life for St. Louisans affected with HIV/ AIDS. The evening featured silent and live auctions, a special presentation by president and CEO Opal Jones, as well as entertainment by Dr. Zhivegas, who led the guests in partying all night long. LN served as a proud media sponsor of the event.

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ENTAL HEALTH AMERICA of Eastern Missouri recently to hosted its annual Snow Ball at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, with Fox 2’s Kevin Steincross leading the evening’s festivities as emcee. The fun-filled evening awarded the Silver Bell to Sen. Roy Blunt for his leadership on the Excellence in Mental Health Act and the Silver Key to Diane McFarland for her exemplary career and dedication to the field of mental health. The event was a wonderful success, thanks to co-chairs Lee Kling and Katie Schankman, and honorary chairs Richard and Nicole Lindquist.

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HE URBAN LEAGUE OF METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS hosted its winter Whitney M. Young Society reception and silent auction at The Sheldon. This year, the Society’s membership funds were used to assist residents and businesses in the wake of the turmoil in Ferguson. Co-chairs for the evening were Jackie and Lou Brock, and Todd Schnuck.

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HE SHEER ELEGANCE NO. 26 FASHION Show to benefit Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club took place recently at The Chase Park Plaza. The show featured exciting entertainment, door prizes, Project Runway alumni designers, celebrity escorts, models and 20 outstanding Girls’ honorees, who were recognized for academics, community service and citizenship. Joe Edwards also was recognized with the prestigious Sheer Elegance Award for his outstanding civic contributions to St. Louis. Event chair was Donna Coble, and co-chair was Vanessa Keith; co-hosts for the evening were Debra Bass and Debbie Monterrey.

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HE BLACK AND WHITE BALL, hosted by Grammy Award-winning rapper/actor/entrepreneur Nelly, was held at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis. The star was joined by a diverse group of friends from the entertainment, sports, and business and civic communities, including R&B entertainers Nico & Vinz, who both performed on stage with Nelly. The recipients of the 2015/2016 Black And White Ball scholarships at Lindenwood University also were announced: Kalen-Mikal Grant (Riverview Gardens) and Savoy Smith III (McCluer South-Berkeley). To date, 12 students have received the Black and White Ball scholarship.

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Another Burroughs grad, KURT DEUTSCH, is celebrating his recent Grammy win. His record label nabbed the Best Musical Theater Album for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical earlier this month. Congratulations!

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‌ tudents at Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic School were all laughs, thanks to a recent visit S from Emmy-winning storyteller Bobby Norfolk as part of Catholic Schools Week. Norfolk’s stories promote important traits, like respect, responsibility, honesty and self-esteem.

Artists, locals and foodies came together to celebrate creativity at a reception held at Grapeseed Restaurant.

Artists Jennifer Hayes, Erin Rieke and Paul LaFlam showcased their work, and guests enjoyed a tasting of Maine rock shrimp with pepper jelly, grits in a filo nest, roasted vegetable tart and a brioche bread pudding.

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More than 340 people attended the 10th Annual JProStl Recognition Luncheon, a professional association for employees at 50 area organizations that are affiliated with the St. Louis Jewish community. Guests enjoyed lunch and videos showcasing the work of several honorees, including Karole Green, president of the Lubin-Green Foundation, Tova Greenblatt, Patty Bloom and Peggy Landsbaum, among others.

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The St. Louis Regional Business Council and Radio One St. Louis, Old School 95.5 recently hosted the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Radiothon, raising money for the Reinvest North County Fund, which helps cities in North County with their rebuilding efforts. To date, the Fund has donated more than $500,000 to area small businesses and children and families in four school districts. Pictured: Micheal McMillan, Malik Yoba, DJ Staci Static and Nick Cannon

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ARELY SEEN WORKS BY MISSOURI’S MOST famous artist soon will be on view at Saint Louis Art Museum. Navigating the West: George Caleb Bingham and the River, running Feb. 22 to May 17, will take visitors on a journey down the rivers of the American frontier through vivid pieces by lauded painter George Caleb Bingham (1811-1879).

As the exhibition brings together Bingham’s paintings and drawings for the first time in a quarter of a century, curator of American Art Melissa Wolfe says it is time to take a good look at his works.

“It’s celebrating the river in Missouri, and revisiting one of the most famous Missouri painters.”

Among artwork on display are striking paintings of American frontiersmen living and working

along the Missouri River, from pieces such as Jolly Flatboatmen in Port to Fur Traders Descending the Missouri. “These are some of Bingham’s most beautiful painted images,” Wolfe notes. “The lighting is just masterful, and the way the figures acknowledge us as viewers—there is a dialogue with that.”

Accompanying the paintings are rarely seen drawings—underneath the paint, the artist’s sketches have been revealed by infrared reflectology. This technology helps viewers learn about how an artist hones the composition and brings a work together, Wolfe explains. “It is really spectacular to get to see the drawings in conjunction with the paintings. Bingham drew landscapes from his memories and knowledge, and he traced the figures onto the canvas.”

Growing up in Missouri, Bingham was both an aspiring artist and a politician. “He became very involved in state and national politics, as well as art,” Wolfe says. As a young man, he headed east for art training, but soon decided to study there on

George Caleb Bingham, American, 1811–1879; Fur Traders Descending the Missouri, 1845; oil on canvas; 29 1/4 x 36 1/4 inches; The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Morris K. Jesup Fund, 1933 (33.61); Image © The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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s Delmar Gardens celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2015, it also marks a long history of catering to its residents’ needs with a philosophy of love, care and understanding.

The Delmar Gardens family was founded in 1965 by the late Barbara Grossberg, who first learned to care for the elderly growing up in Hungary, where her ‘playmates’ were the people recuperating at her father’s clinic. However, Grossberg’s childhood was cut short by the Nazis; and by age 13, she would find herself at Auschwitz, then BergenBelsen and Dachau. She and her husband, Henry, later fled Hungary for the United States during the USSR invasion. Soon after establishing themselves in St. Louis, Barbara began caring for seniors out of her home in University City.

Today, Delmar Gardens continues to be familyowned, under the leadership of Barbara and Henry’s son, Gabe Grossberg. One main focus of its senior care is to ensure as much independence, engagement and activity as possible, says Kathy Gilmore, VP of Delmar Gardens Enterprises.

To help their residents sustain full and active lives, the Delmar Gardens staff keeps in mind the ‘if you don’t use it, you lose it’ philosophy, Gilmore says. “Many just need opportunities and encouragement. Our goal is to keep residents moving and as active and independent as possible.”

Residents live independently in a luxurious, senior-friendly apartment, many of which include a walkout patio, bay window, or balcony overlooking a landscaped courtyard and fountains. Delmar Gardens retirement and assisted living communities also offer a full calendar of social, recreational and educational programs, as well as state-ofthe-art fitness centers and wellness programs, says director of marketing Patti Muich. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of a fullservice beauty shop, ice-cream parlors, libraries, computer labs, scheduled transportation and a variety of other amenities, she adds. “We have group activities, and we also engage one-on-one, Continued on page 61

On the Cover: Family-owned and -operated Delmar Gardens Enterprises has five area locations: Garden Villas, Town & Country, 434-2520; Chesterfield Villas, 636-532-9296; Garden Villas of O’Fallon, 636-240-5560; Garden Villas South, St. Louis, 843-7788; and Garden Villas North, Florissant, 355-6100.

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Top of Their Game

By Brittany Nay

‌You’re never too old to learn: That adage certainly still rings true for these three St. Louisans. Here, discover how they are continuing to follow their dreams and share their life lessons long into their golden years.

Jim Powers Jim Powers’ love for nature and his Faust Park keep him going. When he retired from his St. Louis County Parks supervisor position at Faust in 1997, he only was off for a couple of months before returning to work again.

Throughout the construction of the Butterfly House, Powers was there. And his talent for designing and building nature displays soon was put to good use: With his own tools in an on-site workshop, he has created the many exhibits that have greeted Butterfly House visitors through the years. Among his most recent displays are desert, prairie and forest scenes; and some favorites, such as exhibits featuring arachnids and live bees.

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Bob Wheeler When Bob Wheeler reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, it was a moment of exhilaration.

The 85-year-old Webster Groves resident not only had achieved his goal of another epic climb, he landed himself in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the oldest person to reach the summit of the 19,341-foot mountain. He completed the grueling week-long trek—a five-day ascent and a two-day descent—last October. “It was enjoyable, but it was tough,” he recalls. “The hardest part was the last climb from 15,000 feet to the 19,000-plusfoot summit. My back was hurting and my legs were sore. I really didn’t think I was going to be able to make it.”

But he did. His training on the Chubb Trail in St. Louis, as well as his previous climbs, had paid off.

Wheeler discovered a passion for mountaineering when he was a 24-year-old soldier stationed in Korea and on-leave in Japan, where he and a fellow soldier reached the peak of Mount Fuji despite almost being overcome with hypothermia and hypoxia. He went on to scale some of the world’s tallest mountains, including Mount Whitney and Mount Aconcagua.

The climbs, and his career in psychology, inspired him to write a book, Mountains and Minds.

He plans to write a second edition of the book based on the mentally and physically challenging experience of scaling Mount Kilimanjaro. “It was uncertain whether an 85-year-old could get to the summit, so I demonstrated that yes, it can be done,” he says. “Hopefully, it will encourage other people to be active even with all their deteriorations.”

As for Wheeler’s next venture, he has high hopes he’ll reach more peaks. “Maybe I can do another one when I’m 90 years old.”

constantly changing,” Powers says.

The 74-year-old says it’s a pleasure to get up in the morning and come to work at the Butterfly House. “I truly enjoy it—it’s not like work. It’s so much fun.” Powers particularly enjoys interacting with visiting families. “You meet people from all over the world. A lot of the people may not even speak English, but you find a way to connect with them.” From seeing families enjoying his displays to working with a great crew, he says every aspect of being part of the Butterfly House family is rewarding. “It’s a fun place to be.”

So much so, that Powers predicts he’ll be working there for years to come. “It’s that much fun, and it keeps your mind active.”

THELMA HARTNETT For 50 years, Thelma Hartnett has impacted the lives of young women at Ursuline Academy.

The 94-year-old became a business teacher for the school in 1965, and from her first day, she made the commitment to consider the students family.

“The first principal who hired me told me: Treat these girls like they were your daughters,” Hartnett notes. “That one sentence did me more good than any class I ever took.” She developed close bonds with the students while teaching them typing and shorthand, and consumer economics, from how to invest, to how to buy or rent a car to a house. When she retired from teaching in 1992, Ursuline kept her on to manage the school’s scholarship fund, a job she still loves to do today. “I can’t believe how nice it is here,” she says. “Ursuline is such a great place.”

The key to longevity in her career—and in life— is simple, Hartnett says. “The secret to a good

life is an education.” She adds that she has stayed healthy through a walking regimen—2 miles before breakfast every day during her younger years.

Hartnett still plays bridge, and attends shows at The Muny and STAGES St. Louis, among others.

And as a former golfer of 30 years, she still has the hole-in-one ball she hit at Paradise Valley Golf in

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“It warms your heart to see that little light go off in their heads. That’s what you’re looking for: that excitement of being successful in their quest to learn.

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Student Quran Frazier-Holmes with OASIS tutor Sarah Striler

read to them,” she says. “I’m a big believer that it has to be some type of literature, even if it’s literature for a first-grader.” Among her favorites are those she read to her own kids, or even books from her childhood—among them, Eloise, Madeline and Pippy Longstocking. “I like to look at my guys when they sound out a word that’s particularly hard, or they get a concept or theme that’s hard,” she says.

“They just beam—they love that. It warms your heart to see that little light go off in their heads.

That’s what you’re looking for: that excitement of being successful in their quest to learn. You can’t ask for more than that.”

Striler sees her role as a tutor really as an opportunity to be a mentor. “There may be children who have processing problems, social problems or confidence problems, and if you get them to talk about those things, perhaps you’re able to help with their confidence or whatever their particular struggle is with life or in learning,” she says. “That’s a wonderful thing to be

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able to provide to a child. To have someone, oneon-one, who says, I’m willing to spend my time with you because you’re an important person. For a lot of children, that’s huge, to have someone to reach out to them and cater to their needs and what they want to learn about. That love of learning is it for me: It’s not how they do, but do they like to learn.”

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arah Striler has taught Sunday school for some 30 years, and served as the book-keeper for St. Peter’s Episcopal play group. She also raised a dyslexic child of her own.

So when she heard about the OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring program, she knew she would have something to contribute. “I’ve always enjoyed working with children, and I volunteered for my kids when they were little,” she says. “I’m good with working with readers who are challenged—I have experience doing that, I really have enjoyed it quite a lot. It’s as fun for me as it is for them.”

The program, founded locally by Marylen Mann, now is in its 25th school year and serves 35 school districts in St. Louis, as well as 25 cities nationally.

Tutors make a commitment to work with at least one child for a full school year, meeting with them for about a half-hour each week. They receive 10 to 12 hours of training before they start, as well as ongoing support from OASIS, says Jeanne Foster, OASIS national tutoring manager.

While the activities are focused on literacy, the benefits are much broader than that, Foster says. “There are self-esteem benefits; 94 percent saw improvement in attitude toward reading and language arts, 88 percent saw improved participation in class, and there was improved academic performance for 92 percent of the kids,” she says.

“It’s a lot of positives. The tutors say they think t h ey ge t m o re out of it than the children, but I think it’s a win-win. The kids love it, the tutors love it, the teachers love it, and 100 percent of the principals said they plan to participate again this year.”

Though the nonprofit is able to provide lesson plans for those who don’t have time to set one up, Striler likes to create individualized plans for the children she mentors. “I make a selection of books, ones they can read and ones Sarah Striler, OASIS tutor I might be able to

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active aging: spring A Ladue News Special Section

Prevention is Priority No. 1

By Connie Mitchell

Q&A

“It’s very important to advance the knowledge of how aging works and what preventive strategies should be put in place.

Aging doesn’t start at 65—it starts at conception.”

with Luigi Fotana of Washington University

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What is the current state of research and medicine, and how does it need to change to help support healthier aging? The goal is to better understand ‘personalized medicine,’ but we are not there yet. One of the major problems in medicine is that we mostly treat diseases once they happen. It’s like if you drive your car, and never change the tires or the oil—and then your car stops running. You go to the mechanic and say, “Can you fix my car?” Maybe he can; but maybe he can’t because it’s too late.

We’re finding that before you get a disease, it develops over years and years of an unhealthy lifestyle on top of genetics. That’s what is causing an accumulation of damage. Statistics show that in people older than 65, only one in 10 has no diseases. Ninety percent have at least one disease,

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and 75 percent have two or more chronic diseases.

That is economically unsustainable, even if we find a drug for each disease.

So we really need to do a better job of staying well as we age, not just from an individual perspective, but from a societal perspective?

Yes. We know the health system, not only in the United States but in Europe, is unsustainable. And welfare is unsustainable. At the start of the century, only 10 percent of people were older than 65. Now in the U.S., it’s about 14 to 15 percent, and it’s predicted to grow to about 20 to 25 percent. In Italy, it’s already 21 percent of people older than 65; and in 15 years, it will be one in every three people. Who’s going to pay for their health care? It’s a huge problem that’s being overlooked.

But the money’s in treatment, not prevention.

More funding is needed in the field of prevention, especially from philanthropic sources. It’s very important to advance the knowledge of how aging works and what preventive strategies

should be put in place. Aging doesn’t start at 65— it starts at conception.

At this point then, what would you say is the most important thing people need to know about healthy aging? Data from experiments on animals clearly shows that aging and chronic diseases are not inevitably linked. Several animal models show that 30 to 50 percent of animals don’t develop any chronic disease and age without suffering and pain. Biologically, it’s possible to live a long life without getting sick. Twenty percent of centenarians don’t develop any disease before the age of 100.

The message is that we need more research and funding to make major progress in this area. We have to tackle the mechanisms of aging so we can prevent disease. Lifestyle is important in terms of nutrition and exercise, but we don’t have a clear, detailed picture right now so we can’t accurately prescribe a personalized approach. We are starting to see the pieces coming together, but we need more research.

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leading expert on aging says our medical system needs to shift its focus from disease treatment to disease prevention in order to help ensure healthy longevity for the aging population.

As first author of a July 2014 commentary in the journal Nature, Dr. Luigi Fontana, professor of medicine and nutrition at Washington University and at brescia university in Italy, along with colleagues who study aging, make a public health and economic case for putting more resources into exploring the basic metabolic and molecular causes of aging and age-related disease.

“You don’t have to be a mathematician or an economist to understand that our current health care approach is not sustainable,” Fontana says.

“As targeting diseases has helped people live longer, they are spending more years being sick with multiple disorders related to aging, and that’s expensive.”

Ladue News recently spoke with Fontana about healthy aging and what needs to change to ensure we focus more on learning how to prevent or postpone age-related illness.

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Connect the Dots

Breaches are Bad for Business

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arly in February, Anthem, the nation’s second-largest health insurance provider, disclosed that hackers had compromised its cyber security system, possibly gaining access to the names, social security numbers, birthdays, addresses and employment data of as many as 80 million customers.

The Anthem announcement was yet another reminder of the global vulnerability of cyber security systems.

A few months earlier, retail giant Target reported that hackers had attacked its system.

Target was just one of many companies battered by cyber attacks last year. The U.S. Secret Service reported that hackers hit the in-store cash register systems at several large companies, including Target, Supervalu and UPS Stores. The Department of Homeland Security followed up with an advisory warning that the attacks were particularly pervasive. The Department added that the hackers stole data of millions of credit and debit cards from U.S. consumers. The companies apparently were not aware of the thefts at the time.

Authorities say the hackers sell the payment information of millions of U.S. consumers overseas on the black market. In the majority of the instances, these companies — and the consumers — are not aware of these breaches.

Cyber attacks are not confined to corporate America. Several municipalities around the country, including Columbia, Missouri, as well as federal government agencies such as the Pentagon have been casualties of these attacks.

As for Anthem, many observers see the recent attack as a wake-up call for the health-care industry and for the corporate world.

But in this high-tech age, cyber security breaches are a potential Achilles heel for everyone—businesses, nonprofits and government agencies. In addition to posing a significant risk to the bottom line of businesses, they also present a huge global security risk. The problems with cybersecurity only are likely to get worse. Forbes predicts that 2015 will be a big year for cyber attacks — just like it was in 2014 and 2013.

Like many farsighted universities around the country, Webster University has been taking steps to make the world more secure from hackers.

In the past year, the Walker school has declared its intentions to be a leader in preparing the next generation of cyber warriors to prevent and engage via a new master’s degree in cybersecurity management. The degree prepares students for positions in the public and private sectors, and for running or protecting computer systems, information, networks, IT infrastructure and

By Benjamin Akande

in this high-tech age, cyber security breaches are a potential Achilles heel for everyone — businesses, nonprofits and government agencies. communication networks.

Like most of our degrees at the Walker school, the MS in cybersecurity management is marketrelevant. It is designed to teach the students how to solve and prevent problems for their future employers. Students learn how to use their practical and theoretical knowledge of cybersecurity to analyze real-world problems.

Such skills are desperately needed in today’s world.

Vast multi-national criminal networks continue to make huge profits from information stolen from large corporations and their vendors. The world’s leading law enforcement agencies, such as the FBI, Scotland Yard, the U.S. Secret Service and Interpol, have taken great strides in trying to keep up with the criminals or stay ahead of them. But the criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated and

have invested considerable resources into staying ahead of law enforcement. Furthermore, they now have greater expertise and more access to purchasing tools online to subvert cybersecurity systems of large corporations.

The porousness of cybersecurity systems also poses a threat to national and global security.

Hackers have targeted both sides of the RussiaUkraine conflict and Israeli military operations in Gaza.

Helping find solutions to such critical challenges is critical to the mission of any university. It makes institutions of higher education relevant and enhances their credibility with the general public. In this new and increasingly uncertain century, universities that fail to seize these opportunities to demonstrate relevance are doomed to fail.

Benjamin Ola. Akande is a professor of economics and dean of the George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology at Webster University.

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Talking Points

Outside the Comfort Zone

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By Fred Miller

he fear of public speaking and the fear of failure go hand in glove. Consider this: We all have a comfort zone. When inside it, we are comfortable. When out of it, we are, not surprisingly, uncomfortable.

Picture your comfort zone as a large circle. When doing things inside the circle, we are relaxed and feel secure. When getting out of that circle, we can—and sometimes do—fail.

Now, focus on the edge of that comfort zone.

This is where learning begins! Failure gets a bad rap—we should be embracing it. Perhaps it’s the word ‘failure’ that holds us back from trying new things. If we said, ‘experiment,’ our perspective on the activity in question would change. We don’t expect experiments to always work. They often provide significant data, which leads to the next experiment, then, perhaps, more experiments until a conclusion is attained.

Legend says Thomas Edison ‘failed’ thousands of times before inventing the incandescent light bulb. Yet he never looked at his ‘experiments’ with that point of view; rather, he looked at each one as getting him closer to his goal.

One formula for success is: Fail early, fail often, and sometimes, fail big.

Consider these ‘failures:’ • ‌Walt Disney was fired by a newspaper editor because “he lacked imagination and had no good ideas.” After that, he started a number of businesses that didn’t last too long and ended with bankruptcy.

• ‌Henry Ford’s early businesses left him broke five times before he founded the Ford Motor Company.

• ‌W inston Churchill was defeated in every election for public office until he finally became the Prime Minister of England at the ripe old age of 62.

• ‌H arland Sanders’ famous secret chicken recipe was rejected 1,009 times before a restaurant accepted it.

• ‌Albert Einstein didn’t learn to speak until he was 4, didn’t read, till he was 7, and performed poorly in school. As a youngster, his parents thought he was mentally retarded.

• ‌Steven Spielberg dropped out of high school and applied to attend film school three times but was unsuccessful due to his C grade average.

• ‌Marilyn Monroe was let go by 20th Century Fox in the first year of her contract because her producer thought she was unattractive and couldn’t act.

Adam Bryant, a writer for The New York Times, has a Sunday column called The Corner Office in which he interviews successful executives. One

of the interesting traits he finds they share is this: They are not comfortable unless they are uncomfortable. They realize it’s necessary to stretch themselves and learn new skills. It will probably feel awkward and they may experience nervousness. However, they know the end result will be worth the effort.

Fact: Failing is a great way to learn. Most agree, we frequently learn new skills when we fail, figure out what went wrong, and try again.

Often, if we ‘get it right’ the first time we try, we don’t give it a second thought. It might have been ‘dumb luck.’ We probably don’t make a mental template, “If that happens, I’ll do this.”

If the same challenge comes up in the future, we often don’t get it right immediately.

Some failing is easy. Tutorials on a computer are great. They give the ability to learn at your own pace and fail multiple times without severe consequences. They are private. No one but you knows how many failures it took to complete and learn the lesson.

On the other hand, some failing is tough— really tough! Public speaking is public! You are standing in front of an audience. The spotlight is on you. Many feel they are exposed and vulnerable when in this situation. There is nowhere to hide! They might believe their audience is judging them, scrutinizing every word they say, how they say it, and all the non-verbal communication that

accompanies those words.

Fail at public speaking, and many will know! If that failing wasn’t bad enough, those who know might tell others—yikes!

Years of experience tell me most people don’t present as poorly as they think they do. Usually, we’re our own worst critics. You may think everyone can see your legs shaking, hear your heart pounding, and know you deleted something from your prepared speech. They don’t see, hear or know this. News Flash! Unless you’re a wellknown celebrity, or a famous expert with a huge following on a specific topic, they didn’t come to see and hear you. They came to learn something.

No one is evaluating you, watching for blunders, and planning to diss you on Facebook. Most, if they thought about it, would be glad it is you at the lectern and not them!

One of the laws of presentations is to be audience-focused. It’s all about delivering your message to the folks in the seats. It is not about you. Admittedly, it’s not easy. Once understood, practiced, and delivered with that mindset; the quality of your presentation will go up, and your anxiety down.

Face those fears of public speaking and failure, and do it anyway. I challenge you to get out of your comfort zone and speak. I guarantee: The worst presentation you ever give, will be far better than the one you never give!

Fred Miller is the author of NO SWEAT Public Speaking! For more information, email him at Fred@NoSweatPublicSpeaking.com or visit NoSweatPublicSpeaking.com.

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Legal Corner: Domestic Helpers

Who’s Doing Your ‘Home’ Work?

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By Julia Christensen

o time for housework?

Hiring domestic help may be more complicated than you think. Before employing a housekeeper or any other domestic helper, these attorneys have information on the legalities you must consider.

First things first: Are you hiring an independent contractor or an employee? Much like you don’t pay Social Security for a painter or plumber, independent contractors are paid for the cost of their service and nothing else. Employees, however, must be paid in the same way any business pays its workers—in full compliance to the law, which includes withholdings, minimum wage and more.

Frederick Kruger of Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal explains that the difference is not a part- or fulltime issue, but instead relates to how the job is completed. Typically, a plumber brings his or her own tools, and completes tasks without direction.

An employee does things the way the employer instructs, and often uses the employer’s ‘tools’ to do so.

Before delving deeper into the topic, there is one easier solution: Hire an independent contractor. Looking for a housekeeper? Call an agency.

“I’ve always suggested and preferred that people go the cleaning service route, as opposed to having [an employee] come in,” Kruger notes.

If an independent contractor won’t work in your situation, just remember there are a lot of things to consider legally when you’re hiring an employee, says Edwin Ernst IV of Carmody MacDonald. “One of the most important things to keep in mind is complying with the wage and hour laws.” This means abiding by minimum wage and overtime regulations.

Additionally, hiring an employee is a task that may require the assistance of an outside professional. “I would recommend [working with a professional] unless you have experience with payroll or complying with these laws—maybe if you’re a business owner, it might be something you’re comfortable with,” Ernst says. “The alternative is to hire a domestic worker through an Continued on page 61

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Armstrong Teasdale LLP has hired RICHARD BROPHY, ERIN FLOREK, DIONE GREENE, JAMES HEINEN JR., TAMARA KELLER, CHRISTOPHER LaROSE and JONATHAN VALENTINO. DONNA SCHMITT has been named a partner in the firm’s intellectual property group. MARTIN WALSH JR., of counsel, has been added to the corporate services practice group.

‌ arris-Stowe State University has appointed H REYNOLDA BROWN as director of admissions, advisement and retention; EMMANUEL LALANDE as dean of student success; TAMMY KIMBROUGH as director of human resources; and JAMES GREEN as director of financial assistance.

Carmody MacDonald recently promoted EDWIN ERNST IV and BEN McINTOSH to principal. Ernst joined the firm in 2012, and practices in civil litigation with an emphasis in employment law. McIntosh has worked for the company since 2006 and practices in corporate law, emphasizing in banking and finance law, business law and real estate law.

in focus PATRICIA SILVA has joined Lathrop & Gage LLP’s environmental practice as an associate. Silva will represent clients in administrative negotiations with federal and state agencies.

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri recently welcomed JESSICA CIACCO as a staff attorney in its housing unit. Ciacco previously served in the Missouri Public Defender’s Office, and received her juris doctor from Saint Louis University.

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Mercy CIO TONY WASKIEWICZ recently was named the first health care CIO of the Year, as part of the Investor Intelligence Awards. The awards are sponsored

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Gladys Manion Real Estate recently welcomed GRACE BUTLER, BLAIR DOBSON, ELIZABETH ASTON and LINDA ROBBEN to its team.

Great Rivers Greenway has welcomed BEN GROSSMAN to its park and trail district team. He will work as greenway operations manager.

Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. has added LAUREN DAMING, STEPHANIE HAMMER and LAUREN HARRIS to its labor and employment practice, and elected KIRSTEN AHMAD, ANDREW MITCHELL, GARRY REUTER and PATRICK SWEENEY to be officers of the firm.

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With more than 19 years of experience in the mortgage industry, GREGG OTT has joined Gershman Mortgage as a senior mortgage consultant.

SSM Health is pleased to announce it has hired DR. JAMES BLEICHER as president of the physicians’ organization in St. Louis. He succeeded DR. SHANE PENG, who will continue his role as president of physician and ambulatory operations.

Janet McAfee Real Estate is pleased to announce LAURIE BUSCH as its new sales associate. Busch has been a licensed real estate agent since 2010.

JIM OTTOLINI has been hired as chief of brewing operations at Brew Hub. He will serve as head brewmaster at the company’s St. Louis location, slated to open in 2016.

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ARTIE KERCKHOFF has been promoted to first VP of CBRE’s St. Louis office. He joined the company in 2012.

MATT BUKHSHTABER, who also was hired in 2012, Tod Stafford was promoted to senior VP of the St. Louis office.

PAULA BUIE has been named VP, treasury management officer at First Bank in Clayton. She has more than 12 years of banking and financial experience.

A graduate of Maryville University with a master’s degree in business administration, BRYAN LIERMAN has joined Renaissance Financial as a financial advisor.

MICHAEL ZENSEN has been named VP of integrated design firm Cannon Design. Zensen has more than 23 years of architecture experience.

ANGIE WISEMAN has joined Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis as development director. She previously served as director of development for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Gateway Area Chapter.

Reliance Bank recently promoted TOD STAFFORD to president and chief risk officer.

WILLIAM MISKALL has joined RedKey Realty Leaders St. Louis, and will specialize in assisting buyers and sellers in Webster Groves, Kirkwood, Affton, Glendale and SouthCity. SANDRA COBURN also has joined the company, and will specialize in luxury properties in St. Louis’ central corridor.

Moneta Group’s Compardo Team has added MARC BOGUSLAW to its staff. He will serve as director of business development, and will help grow the team’s relationships with prospective clients.

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MELISSA GRISWOLD was recently named dean of Maryville University’s John E. Simon School of Business.

She currently works as director of the financial services program and associate professor of finance, and will take on the new role in June.

Magdalene St. Louis recently hired CELESTE SMITH Jason Penfield as its program director. Smith will be the primary care manager for the women in the Magdalene Program.

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After acquiring Heartland Bank at the end of 2014, Midland States Bancorp, Inc., recently appointed JASON PENFIELD as director of commercial lending. Penfield has worked at Heartland since 2008. JASON RAMTHUN has been promoted to president of Midland’s St. Louis Market. {LadueNews.com} February 20, 2015

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate is excited to announce the grand opening of its new Clayton office, coming this spring to the corner of Maryland Avenue and Brentwood Boulevard.

With more than 390 agents and seven offices, the company continues to deliver exceptional services from state-of-the-art facilities throughout the metro region.

Laura McCarthy is pleased to announce the real estate partnership of Mary Estaque and Marlene Skinner. Having been in the real estate field for a combined 20-plus years, not only do they have vast experience in listing and selling properties, but also patience, knowledge and energy to provide unsurpassed service.

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Design

by Nancy Robinson

‌Sweet Dreams Are Made of These

When decorating a young girl’s room, take a smart, long-term approach to the decor, selecting furniture and fabrics that can grow up alongside her.

Power Flower wall décor, naturalcuriosities.com

Dog pillow, karmaliving.com

Amisco child’s twin bed upholstered in velvety Crocus fabric, available through Dau Home Furnishings

KAS area rug, available through Amini’s

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Amisco Crocus fabric swatch in Blush Colorway

Clarke and Clarke Storybook Collection fabrics, available through KDR Designer Showrooms

pillow Photo by Saskia Patel‌, lamp photo by Agent485

Arteriors Home Nina Lamp, available through Joy Tribout Interiors

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New Design Book Defies Expectations If you’re the adventurous type who’s not afraid to push the boundaries of design, the just-published Suspending Reality: Interiors by Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz is right up your alley and should serve as a source of creative inspiration and ideas. Each interior featured in the book benefits from some whimsical, out-of-the-ordinary element that defies expectations to create moments of fantasy and delight, which, as the title suggests, suspend reality.

The 240-page book draws from more than 60 projects created during the design firm’s 20-year history, and includes more than 200 photographs and illustrations. Noriega-Ortiz’s own Manhattan apartment is featured in a stunning chapter on all-white rooms. Also featured are the homes of musicians Lenny Kravitz and Sean Combs; as well as luxury spaces in New York City’s famed Dakota, a factory loft on the city’s West Side; a Paris piéda-terre; a modern home in Venice, California, and a beach house whose kitchen cabinets are studded with Swarovski crystals.

Perhaps as helpful as the photographs themselves are Noriega-Ortiz’s tips for pushing the design envelope successfully. He offers advice on how to create a sense of openness, light, and positivity with such elements as ethereal curtains, bold upholstery materials like Mongolian lamb,

and splashes of color that invigorate the senses.

Lively chapters also cover everything from how to evaluate an empty room and use a Pinterest page to generate a design storyboard, to tips on creating a sense of procession in an entryway and how to mix incandescent, LED and even florescent lights. {LadueNews.com} FEBRUARY 20, 2015

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design sourcebook Stash Home Opens in St. Louis Dufresne Spencer Group (DSG) of Memphis is celebrating the grand opening of the newest Stash Home this month on Manchester Road in Kirkwood.

Stash Home buys factory overruns, closeouts, photography samples and designer trials at deeply discounted prices, which are passed on to its customers.

The Stash Home store is the first one in St. Louis and will occupy the former Phillips Furniture, which DSG purchased, along with seven area Ashley Furniture HomeStores in December 2013.

The 50-year-old building has been completely renovated in recent months to provide a modern backdrop for Stash Home’s offerings, which

will be shown on multiple levels throughout the 34,000-square-foot facility. The new store contains three custom design studios, as well as a Loft Room, which has the look and feel of a warehouse, and features what the company describes as ‘organic’ slipcovers and upholstery.

“At Stash Home, were smart about style, sourcing out the latest trends and styles direct from the manufacturers to bring them to our guests at 30 to 70 percent of the price of our competitors,” says DSG president Chad Spencer.

The company reports that many of the team members from Phillips Furniture have joined the Stash Home team. DSG operates four Stash Home Stores, as well as 33 Ashley Furniture HomeStores across nine states. DSG currently ranks 49th on the list of the top 100 U.S. furniture retailers.

Moving In Together Is a Decorating Challenge

Moving in together? the top decor challenges

In a perfect world, ‘moving in together’ is an opportunity to develop new shared decorating tastes for a home that appeals equally to both partners. In the real world, however, it’s apparently a very challenging experience, according to a new survey by online art marketplace UGallery, which queried 1,000 women on the topic of moving in with a partner for the first time. An overwhelming majority—83 percent—agreed it was a ‘real challenge’ with plenty of problem areas for newly cohabitating couples.

Specifically, women said the top five issues on the list of move-in challenges are: dividing chores (77 percent of respondents); sharing expenses (76 percent); sharing a bathroom (65 percent); managing different home décor styles (59 percent); and 40

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82%

76%

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74%

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74%

splitting TV time (55 percent).

Among those who found home décor tricky, the top décor challenge was “incorporating existing household items with your partner’s” (82

percent), followed by “figuring out how to decorate your walls” (76 percent). “Agreeing on colors for your home” (74 percent) and “picking furniture together” (74 percent) were tied for third place.

The women also were asked to rank which items they most wished their partner would discard upon moving in together. “His old college posters” topped the list, followed by “video games,” “his favorite chair,” “sports memorabilia” and “childhood toys.” Not surprisingly, women between the ages of 30 and 40 were more insistent on seeing their sweethearts toss their old college posters and video games, compared to women in their 20s.

Among those who said blending home décor was a challenge, almost all women (92 percent) said being able to shop together – specifically online – would have helped. Needless to say, graduating to better art also would be a game-changer for these couples.

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Spring at Your Doorstep

By Julia Christensen

‌ pring hasn’t quite sprung, so it might be a S bit too brisk to swap your winter clothes for sandals and shorts. Your home, however, is ready for a change—and these designers know just what it needs to spend the season in style.

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Kimberly Kowalski, Savvy Surrounding Style • Two-tone. Mixed metals is one thing we see a lot of now—and there’s a trend in using black iron and gold, and I think we’re going to start seeing more of that. Copper was really big, too, and I think that’s continuing, as well.

• Indigo-a-go-go. Indigo blue is still really huge, and I think it’s going to continue through spring (mostly in textiles).

Josie Robison, Ooh La La Home Furnishings • Pretty in primitive. Mix primitive with contemporary items: A bowl like this would be great as a kitchen table centerpiece filled with some natural elements, decorative balls or greenery—or, put it on the kitchen island and make it functional by placing fruit in it.

Anne Smith, June Roesslein Interiors • Go global. We’re a global economy, so we’re seeing more ethnic prints, not only in home decoration, but in apparel. It’s a combination of a lot of different cultures. Our world has become smaller!

• Warm it up. Another trend is using a warm neutral base versus a cool neutral base—and the addition of accent colors in deeper tones, not pastels.

Ken Stückenschneider, Stückenschneider Decoration & Design • Bashful blues. I always think blue with white is great for spring—it’s fresh, clean, cool, and it refreshes a lot of interiors. Pale hyacinth blue and sky blue are perfect for the season. It’s a fresh, uplifting look for spring that looks forward to warmer weather and blue skies, and reminds us of the spring and summer to come.

• Floral 2.0. Fresh floral prints—that is a trend now to reintroduce some of the great, classic floral patterns that have been re-colored by many of the fabric houses to look fresher and updated. It’s good for table cloths, drapery and upholstery.

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This 2-bedroom, 2 full- and 1 half-bathroom home in Clayton is listed for $829,000.

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For more than 35 years, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate (formerly Prudential Alliance, Realtors) has served the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. The company operates seven branch locations with more than 400 agents in four major counties, making it one of the largest residential real estate brokerages in the area. Berkshire Hathway offers one-stop shopping services, including corporate relocation, new homes marketing, commercial sales, and mortgage, title and home warranty products.

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Situated on 1.4 acres in a gated enclave of custom-built homes, this magnificent 1.5-story estate includes a pond, three-season room, patio with fireplace, infinity pool, hot tub and 4-car garage. The grand 2-story foyer leads to a paneled library with a 12-foot ceiling and built-in bookcases, while the kitchen boasts cherry cabinetry, granite counters and Dacor appliances.

Resting on a picturesque 5-plus acre lot, this fantastic 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom, 1.5-story home boasts more than 4,200 square feet of living space, including the finished lower level with recreation and game rooms. Other features include a 2-story foyer, gourmet kitchen, breakfast room with a fireplace and a 2-tiered deck overlooking the private, park-like surroundings.

Purely one-of-a-kind at Clayton’s most desirable address, this light-filled, 3,400-square-foot residence features outdoor spaces on three exposures, including a grassy, fenced side yard. Lavish details, exotic finishes and numerous premium upgrades enhance the interior of this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home.

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30 Huntleigh Woods Huntleigh Anne Hizar Laura McCarthy Real Estate 725-5100, 330-7999, lauramccarthy.com The living and dining rooms of this all-brick manor feature exquisite moldings and ceiling medallions.

The family room is ideal for gatherings, with a warm fireplace and wet bar. The kitchen boasts a coffered ceiling, breakfast bar and marble and Corian countertops. The properly also includes a must-see, state-of-the-art Hartley Botanic Greenhouse. $2.295 million

A fabulous home with all of today’s spaces and curb appeal, this house has a sought-after center-hall plan, kitchen with a breakfast bar and planning desk, family room with a fireplace, and an inviting sunroom with a corner gas fireplace overlooking the heated pool and patio.

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This 8-year-old, Craftsman-style 2-story home boasts stunning custom finishes throughout; and features five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, an open floor plan, 9-foot ceilings on the first floor and a finished lower level, all conveniently located near Tilles Park, major highways, restaurants and shopping.

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DIVERSIONS

On the Brooklyn set of Coop

Live from New York...

PHOTOS COURTESY OF DEBBIE BALDWIN

S

O, THIS WEEK HAS BEEN A LITTLE different. I’m in New York City, filming a TV show. Technically, I’m in New York City filming my TV show.

A couple of years ago, my friend Kim Cella and I had an idea for a sitcom— sort of a Seinfeld-meets-Bob Newhart show—and little by little, we came up with a concept. After conception came gestation and delivery, and our little show pilot was born.

Originally called And We’re Out of Time, the show centers around a single Manhattan psychologist whose personal life mirrors the problems of his patients...originally. (Remember Edward Burns’ guest appearance on Will & Grace, where his screenplay about hospice patients becomes a romance about two guys who meet at the gym? That’s not far off.) Here’s where things got interesting...

In an industry that hinges on choosing good scripts, you’d be amazed how few people actually read and proudly admit that. We had college acquaintances and friends of friends and people we met on airplanes tell us point blank they would not read it, “but good luck.” Finally, thanks in no small part to the incredible network of John Burroughs alumni in the arts, someone read it.

Someone read it and liked it. Wow! Amazing. I’m as good as on TV, right? Wrong. Having someone in the industry read and like your script is sort of like making it into the stadium for an American

Idol audition; it’s a step in the right direction, and a baby step at that.

A couple of very lucky things happened after that (mainly our first reader, producer Jonathan Burkhart, bumping into a childhood friend, director Jace Alexander, and bringing him on board), which led to Kim’s and my decision to film a short version of the pilot to use to pitch the show, an unconventional, if not groundbreaking, tactic.

So, in 2013, we assembled a cast and crew (Kim and I financed the project), and over two days in New York, we shot the pilot short. (As a quick aside, I will say that we had an incredible couple of days. Because it was our first experience filming, we were painfully unaware of how serendipitous the event actually was: actors becoming available at the last minute, a director of photography who would normally command a salary 10 times what we could pay, friends securing amazing locations in New York—magic.)

The short was shot, the show was pitched; and just like that, we sold it—not even close. But we were at least getting meetings with decisionmakers. In the American Idol analogy, we made it to Hollywood Week. Industry movers and shakers (or more likely nudgers and nodders) would watch our pitch and usually give us a polite Thanks, but no thanks. Some networks wanted to discuss. Maybe he’s not a shrink. Maybe he’s a plastic surgeon or a district attorney or a rodeo clown? In the end, we got an offer from DirecTV: a full season, straight to

Debbie Baldwin

TANGENTIAL THINKER series, fall 2015.

The entire cast returned for the full shoot. The show—working title is now Coop (the main character’s nickname, but that’s probably going to change), and it stars Steven Pasquale (The Good Wife, Rescue Me), James McDaniel (NYPD Blue, Detroit 1-8-7), Christopher Fitzgerald (Broadway mainstay and Tony nominee), Trieste Kelly Dunn (Banshee), Maddie Corman (Smash) and Susan Kelechi Watson (Louie, The Blacklist). Plus, our metropolitan location is giving us access to some amazing guest stars, so far, including: Spencer Garrett (House of Cards), Oscar nominee Jane Alexander and Helene Yorke (Masters of Sex).

So, that’s what I’m doing...living in SoHo; schlepping to the L train to get to the sound stage in Bushwick, Brooklyn, every morning at the crack of dawn with Kim and our interning script supervisor/ PA, Ricky Nix...I’m a working stiff, a strap-hanger, a commuter. I’m also the show creator, executive producer and writer. I’ll let you know how it goes...

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DIV ER SIONS

REVIEWS

THEATER REVIEW

The Winslow Boy

BY MARK BRETZ

COMPANY: Repertory Theatre of St. Louis

STORY: Ronnie Winslow, a 13-year-old cadet at England’s Osborn Naval Academy, is expelled in 1912 when he is accused and assumed guilty of stealing a small amount of money in the form of a postal order from another cadet. Ronnie strenuously denies the accusation, compelling his father, Arthur Winslow, to defend his son and the family’s honor.

VENUE: Browning Mainstage, Loretto-Hilton Center, 130 Edgar Road

The elder Winslow contacts the nation’s pre-eminent barrister, Sir Robert Morton, who agrees to represent the lad after grilling him mercilessly in the Winslow’s stately upper-middle-class home. Over the course of the next two years, Arthur sacrifices much of his family’s estate, as well as his own declining health, to restore the luster to the good Winslow name.

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To do so, Sir Robert must utilize an ancient and rarely tapped legal device called a ‘petition of right,’ by which a person could redress grievances against the military in an open court. But will he succeed in a trial that has become a national cause célèbre?

Where to begin to describe the delicate beauty of this production?

The stars have aligned in breathtaking symmetry at The Rep, where artistic director Steven Woolf meticulously coaxes a bevy of magnificent performances from a cast well attuned to the nuances of Sir Terence Rattigan’s compelling script.

WHERE TO BEGIN TO DESCRIBE THE DELICATE BEAUTY OF THIS PRODUCTION? THE STARS HAVE ALIGNED IN BREATHTAKING SYMMETRY AT THE REP...

Written in 1946 and based on a real incident that occurred in Edwardian England in the years immediately before World War I, The Winslow Boy is a sumptuous feast for Anglophiles, Masterpiece Theatre on stage. From the set to the costumes to the lighting and the characters brought to impeccable life by the cast, The Winslow Boy is a treat for the senses, as well as the heart and mind.

So often a play written 75 or 50 or even 25 years ago can seem dated and archaic. In the case of The Winslow Boy, Rattigan’s script is so tightly crafted and wonderfully written that it both encapsulates and transcends its era. And as further testament to Woolf’s meticulous guidance, the play’s almost three hours never wane as Rattigan moves his characters and story to a resounding climax.

John Ezell’s tasteful scenic design underscores the elegance of the Winslow home, which is refined but not ostentatious, a place where a journalist in the rising tabloid ranks can boldly inquire about the drapes, while cavalierly referencing the young man on trial. It’s particularly striking in Act II, when one notices the absence of the family’s artwork, which has been sold to pay for Sir Robert’s considerable but also expensive counsel.

The Edwardian era is given full representation in the lavish costumes designed by Dorothy Englis, from the handsome dresses adorning suffragette daughter Catherine Winslow to Sir Robert’s finest puffery to the modest, working attire of the parlor maid, Violet.

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Rob Denton’s intricate lighting paints a fascinating earlymorning scene, while Rusty Wandall’s pastoral sound design suits the estate, as well as the genteel personality of the Winslow patriarch and his devoted wife, Grace.

There are many richly layered performances that further elevate The Rep’s luminous production. Kathleen Wise as Catherine, in many ways, is the real focus of the story, a ‘modern’ young woman in 1912 England who chooses to marry a man she loves, and also believes fervently in devoting her time to a cause she finds significant. Wise’s portrayal, which is richly satisfying and convincing, brings Emma Thompson to mind in her precise presentation.

RATING: A 5 on a scale of 1-to-5.

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After a halting start on opening night, Jeff Hayenga brought considerable dignity and gravitas to the role of Arthur. His second-act portrayal starkly demonstrates the elder Winslow’s declining health as the grueling, emotional grind of the trial takes its steady toll.

Jay Stratton is terrific as the pompous, bombastic and extremely confident Sir Robert, a man who demands to be served and knows exactly how excellent he is at his craft.

Carol Schulz is delightful as loving matriarch Grace, concerned for all of her children’s happiness, as well as that of her husband and maid. Jay Stalder does well as young Ronnie; and Hunter Canning nicely etches the role of older son Dickie. As Catherine’s fiancé John Watherstone, William Connell carefully crafts a character who isn’t really a bad chap, but not an especially noble one, either, especially when his comfort zone is challenged.

Local performers Michael James Reed, Peggy Billo and Amy Loui delight in their roles. Reed is a chameleon who can seemingly handle any part with a deft touch, as he does here as the awkward family attorney Desmond Curry, a likable chap who understands that his days as a cricket champion were the highlight of his life, and one who knows his love for Catherine likely will remain unrequited. Billo brings vivacity and charm to the role of the loyal family servant Violet; while Loui shines in the role of a vapid reporter, assisted by her own paparazzi pal played by Kai Klose.

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TICKETS: $21-$76; 968-4925 or repstl.org

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Katie’s Pizza and Pasta

A Passport for Your Palate

By Lisa Watson

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e should all be so lucky as to take a tour of Italy, visiting each of the country’s 20 regions and enjoying the food and wine for which they are known best. But for those who haven’t had the opportunity, we can still get our passports stamped and experience decadent regional dishes here at home, at Katie’s Pizza and Pasta.

The Rock Hill restaurant has paired with Angela Ortmann (aka STL Wine Girl) for a new experience called Passport Dinners. Each month, they pick a different region in Italy and create a five-course dinner with wine pairings, based on traditional local fare. “The foods are really creative and specific to each region,” says Katie Collier, who co-owns the restaurant with her husband, Ted. “It gives me and the kitchen a chance to dive into each region, learn as much as we can, and find inspiration for the menu.

We like to keep tweaking our menu. Not only is it fun, but it’s a great way for us to keep growing and put out better, more authentic products.”

For February, the dinner focused on the Veneto region, and included dishes like squid and risotto with charred octopus, and roasted duck over polenta.

“We all sit at a big table that we’ve decorated; and for each course, I come out and talk about the history,

the ingredients and why we chose this dish, and the sommelier talks about the wine,” Collier says. While the food is all made from scratch with high-quality ingredients, the atmosphere is casual and laid-back, she says. “The first time, a bunch of people made friends with the people they were sitting next to; so for the next one, they all bought tickets and wanted to sit together. You get to share the experience with people you’ve never met before, and maybe even become friends.”

The next dinner, which takes place March 11, will focus on the Campania region. “It’s in Southern Italy, which includes Naples,” Collier notes. “So the famous Neapolitan pizzas are from there, and San Marzano tomatoes and blood oranges. I think when we dive into that, we’ll learn more about pizza and all kinds of amazing sauces.”

The first two Passport Dinners sold out quickly, and Collier hopes to eventually grow the event from its current 30 seats to fill the entire restaurant. “We want people to taste the freshness and experience something unique,” she says. “We want it to be homemade with love, so that you can have a warm, Italian experience—that’s what Italian cooking is: simple, elegant food that’s made with love.”

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On the Cover: Katie’s Pizza and Pasta offers monthly Passport Dinners that explore the unique foods of Italy’s 20 regions. The restaurant is located at 9568 Manchester Road in Rock Hill. For more information, call 942-6555 or visit katiespizzaandpasta.com.

Spring 2015 All events feature lecture, Q&A and book signing.

Books will be available for purchase courtesy of Left Bank Books.

Maryville Talks Books lectures are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated.

Seating is first come, first served.

Tuesday, February 24, 7 p.m.

Maryville University Auditorium

Julian E. Zelizer The Fierce Urgency of Now: Lyndon Johnson, Congress, and the Battle for the Great Society

Thursday, March 19, 7 p.m.

St. Louis Public Radio Community Room – UMSL at Grand Center 3651 Olive Street

George Hodgman Bettyville: A Memoir

Tuesday, March 31, 7 p.m.

Maryville University Auditorium

Blaine Harden The Great Leader and the Fighter Pilot: The True Story of the Tyrant Who Created North Korea and The Young Lieutenant Who Stole His Way to Freedom

Thursday, April 9, 7 p.m.

Ethical Society of St. Louis

Erik Larson Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania Ticketed event: left-bank.com/larson

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spicybits

By Matt Sorrell

Congrats to Chef REX HALE of The Cheshire. He took top honors at the recent 2015 Missouri Organic Association (MOA) Top Chef competition, held earlier this month in Springfield.

Sad news to report in Clayton: Mad Tomato has shut its doors after about four years in business. No word yet as to what chef/owner VITO RACANELLI JR., is planning on next.

It’s been announced that The Wine Merchant is moving from its current location at 20 South Hanley Road to new digs at 7817 Forsyth Blvd., next to The Crossing.

No official move-in date has been set, but it looks like sometime later this summer is a possibility.

The numbers are in from Clayton Restaurant Week, which took place late last month. More than $14,000 was raised during the promotion for Operation Food Search (OFS) in ‘extrahelping’ donations. It was the most money raised for OFS since the organization began partnering with the Synergy Productions event in 2012. Remy’s Kitchen and Wine Bar and The Crossing led the restaurant donations with more than $5,700 and $4,700, respectively. So far, the culinary collaboration has raised more than $47,000 for OFS.

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Grapeseed

Gratifyingly Good

By Sidney Lewis

‌r a p e s e e d o p e n e d i n t h e G Southhampton neighborhood with little fanfare last year, but has quickly gained a following for its fresh, creative dishes, courtesy of Chef Ben Anderson and his kitchen crew. Based on our recent visit, that following is well-deserved.

Grapeseed occupies a spacious old building on the corner of Macklind and Nottingham avenues.

The historic space features expansive ceilings and the original wood floor, while the bar, tables and the banquettes are made from wood removed during the renovation. Works from local artists adorn the walls, and minimalist chandeliers of naked light bulbs illuminate the dining room.

All of these elements work together to create an understated and unpretentious interior that makes for a comfortable and casual dining experience.

Seasonal and sustainable are the watchwords for the Grapeseed menu, which is populated with a panoply of small plates, rounded out with a few burger options and a handful of larger items. Up first for us, the Double Star Farms Butternut Squash Soup ($5) and the House Smoked Trout Cake ($7). Squash soups of all types are our coldweather favorites and this version is right up there: creamy, sweet and satisfying, with a hint of spice. For those who shy away from trout as being too ‘fishy’ (whatever that means), do yourselves a favor and try the trout cakes. Flaky and flavorful, they’ll put you off of talapia for good. This dish is augmented with a remoulade reminiscent of tartar sauce.

For the main event, we went the surf-and-turf

route with the Flat Iron Steak ($20) and the Pacific Mahi Mahi ($21). The steak is rubbed with herbs, and served with a red wine demi-glace that just hints at sweetness. Alongside, some mashed potatoes with kale and horseradish and a trio of tender roasted baby carrots. Our steak was cooked a perfect medium-rare, and it paired perfectly with a glass of Vega Sindoa El Chapparal ($9), a spicy, fruit-forward Spanish grenache (or garnacha) from the solid selection of wines available. In addition to being delicious, this dish is a great value: $20 for all this goodness is the epitome of a bargain.

The wild, line-caught mahi mahi had a nice sweet flavor, augmented with some pepper jelly that reminded us of a classic sweet-and-sour sauce. It’s served with a similarly sweet and tangy amalgam of mixed greens, citrus slices and red onion topped with a mild orange vinaigrette.

Along with the interesting wine list, there’s a good selection of beers and some custom cocktails to be had, as well, like the Double Freedom Rocket ($10). This Manhattan-esque drink includes bourbon, rye, sweet vermouth and some maraschino liqueur.

Parking is available across the street in the Tom Bess Automotive lot, which is a real plus given the narrow streets in the neighborhood.

For a premium neighborhood dining experience, Grapeseed fits the bill and then some.

540 Nottingham Ave., 925-8525, grapeseedstl.com

GRAPESEED PHOTO BY SARAH CONARD; GERARD CRAFT PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER

‌ hef and restaurateur C GERARD CRAFT is at it again: He’s announced plans for his fifth eatery, a fast-casual concept dubbed Porano Pasta + Gelato. Food-wise, it will feature a build-yourown menu of Italian fare inspired by the town of Porano in Umbria, Italy. There’ll be a choice of organic semolina pasta, gluten-free pasta, farro, organic focaccia, or a lettuce mix, paired with protein options like hormone-free braised beef brisket, heritage pork meatballs, Calabrian-spiced organic tofu, and more.

Dishes come with sauce offerings like Sunday sugo or pistachio pesto, and a variety of toppings. Pastry chef extraordinaire ANNE CROY from Craft’s Pastaria in Clayton will supply the gelato. The new place will be located downtown at 634 Washington Ave. in the St. Louis Mercantile Exchange. Look for an opening sometime this summer.

GREEN GOURMET

Farm Fresh

BY DIANE ALT • PHOTOS BY SARAH CROWDER

It’s an exciting time for those of us who appreciate our local farmers and producers.

Soon, farmers markets all around town will be setting up their outdoor stands and opening for business as the harvest of cool-weather crops begins. Broccoli, cabbage and greens—and then beets, asparagus, mushrooms and strawberries—and this is just the start! Don’t miss out on your chance to buy local and fresh in 2015: WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Euclid Avenue and Parkview Place (on the campus of Washington University School of Medicine); Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Opening day: Mid-March, weather permitting What’s new: Soulard Spice Shop will bring an array of fresh spices, and Earth Angel Mushrooms will offer locally grown mushrooms.

Don’t miss: Windcrest Dairy’s fresh yogurt and cheeses, and Ivan’s Figs’ expanded product line.

SCHLAFLY 7260 Southwest Ave.; Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m.

Opening day: April 1 What’s new: Purchase seeds for your home garden from SeedGeeks, a local non-GMO seed company.

Don’t miss: Watch for monthly giveaways of market goodies, along with items from many of Maplewood’s boutique food purveyors. Follow

Schlafly Farmers Market on social media for up-to-date details.

TOWER GROVE 4256 Magnolia Ave. (Tower Grove Park); Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon Opening day: April 18 What’s new: The market is celebrating its 10th season on 2015. Join the fun on June 20 for the 10th Anniversary Festival.

Don’t miss: Free yoga sessions (9 a.m.), wading pool for the kids, live music and more than 50 vendors each week.

WEBSTER GROVES Gazebo Park (Big Bend Boulevard and South Old Orchard Avenue); Thursdays, 3-6:30 p.m.

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Don’t miss: The POP Club for Kids gives youngsters (ages 5 to 12) $2 in tokens to spend on fruits and vegetables each time they visit the market.

KIRKWOOD 150 E. Argonne Drive; Mondays-Fridays (9 a.m.-6 p.m.), Saturdays (8 a.m.-5 p.m.), Sundays (hours vary by vendor) Opening day: April 3 What’s new: Benefitting the market this year is A Tasteful Evening, a farm-to-table fundraising dinner on July 31 that will feature local food from market producers and live music from the Sadie Hawkins Day String Band. Tickets will be sold at the market.

Don’t miss: Earth Day at the Market on April 18; Mayfest with music by Salt of the Earth on May 9; the Peach Festival with music by the Maple Jam Band on July 18; the Harvest Festival with music by the Sadie Hawkins Day String Band on Sept. 26.

on June 20; Dr. Dan the Pancake Man on July 18; Mexican Independence Day Celebration on Sept.

12; and a Chili Cook-Off on Oct. 17.

Don’t miss: The market will have Kids at the Market with the Kids Entrepreneurial Tent, where kids will sell their own handmade crafts.

Also, there will be yoga at the market twice a month; and, the the Ferguson Public Library will be providing storytelling, crafts and a variety of activities at the market this season.

MIDTOWN 6655 Delmar Blvd. (rear parking lot); Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Opening day: May 2 What’s new: See the film Nourish at a free showing and fun(d)raising event on Feb. 28 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the University City Library, and check out two spring Goods and Gardening Markets on March 21 and April 18.

Don’t miss: The market music series, fun kids activities, Chefs Cook Fresh culinary series and other special events. The market features farmfresh Midwest produce, local artisan foods and handcrafted good for hearth and home.

FERGUSON 20 S. Florissant Road; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon Opening day: May 9 What’s new: The market will kick off the 2015 season with an all-day event: Spring Fest. Other new events include Wine Tasting with Cork on May 30; International Picnic Day Celebration

Beat The Winter Blues With A Taste Of Summer!

We smoke all of our meats daily. Our BBQ Combo Platter includes your choice of three of our house-smoked BBQ meats. Choose from chicken, pulled pork, turkey and brisket, served with baked beans, Texas toast and your choice of coleslaw or potato salad all for only $14.95! Stop by anytime to enjoy a sampling of the best BBQ in town!

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ST. CHARLES LIONS CLUB 300 N. Riverside Drive (Foundry Art Centre); Saturdays, 7 a.m.-noon Opening day: May 16 What’s new: Several new vendors Don’t miss: Local honey from vendor Myles Allen and fresh produce, pickled beets and pickles by Kackle Farms, as well as the market’s varied selection of Calhoun County peaches, which typically arrive in mid-June.

LAKE ST. LOUIS 20 Meadows Circle Drive (The Meadows at Lake Saint Louis); Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon.

Opening day: April 4 What’s new: Cyan Art Studios from Cottleville will offer an art and creativity program once a month that will be free to all children who visit the market.

Don’t miss: All producers, artists and crafts vendors come from within a 100-mile radius of the market. Everything sold is grown, created or crafted by vendors.

Authentic Chinese Cuisine Since 1979 Dine In • Banquets • Catering Mandarin House is a well-loved and respected Chinese restaurant in St. Louis. Since its opening in 1979, Mandarin House has hosted numerous high-profile clients in their 10,600-square-foot, 430-seat restaurant estaurant and banquet room.The banquet room and main dining room can be customized to fit many needs, and you will find that our menu and staff will cater to anything you might want.

Our banquet hall is NOW OPEN, call today for event and catering information.

9150 Overland Plaza • 314-427-8070 stlouismandarinhouse.com

Join us ever every Friday during Lent for hand br breaded fish and chips Celebrating 25 Years of serving fine food! Fresh, Quality Home Made Sauces, Chili, Soups, Sandwiches, Salads, and Hand-Dipped Malts & Shakes.Thank you to all of our Patrons.

Voted oted Best Pizza bby St. Louis Magazine.

Hours: M-Th 11 am-10 pm; Fr-Sat 11 am to 11 pm; Sunday noon to 9 pm

505 South Hanley • 863-5695

St. Louis’ Favorite Italian Dining Experience At Charlie Gitto’s restaurant, guests are #1!

From the moment guests arrive at our casually elegant establishments, we present warm, attentive and personalized service. Always on-hand is a professionally-trained sommelier to help diners perfectly complement their meal with a bottle of wine from our extensive list. While Italian/Sicilian preparations have made Charlie Gitto’s a name known coast-to-coast, our menu also presents an array of signature steaks, veal, seafood, pizzas, salads, appetizers and desserts, such as homemade gelato. Plus, enjoy outdoor dining On the Hill on our patio.

We invite you to be our guest!

On the Hill - 314.772.8898 • At Hollywood Casino - 314.770.7663 From the Hill (Chesterfield) - 636.536.2199

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Olympia Kebob House & T Taverna Your our Favorite Greek Restaurant Voted oted the best ggyro in town consistently each year, Olympia Kebob House & Taverna has also been home to some of the best authentic Gr Greek food in town for the past 33 years.We are stocked with a full bar and open patio rreminiscent of an authentic European Greek restaurant.We cater, have take-out, and are an ideal host for or special eevents with our private back room. Come on by for some home style Greek cooking by a family run Gr Greek restaurant! Come on by for some home style Greek cooking by a family run Greek restaurant!

1543 McCausland Avenue 314-781-1299 www.olympiakebobandtaverna.com

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AROUND TOWN

BY BRITTANY NAY

2/21-22

HUMPBACK WHALES Dive into an ocean adventure with Humpback Whales, narrated by Golden Globe nominee Ewan McGregor, playing at the Saint Louis Science Center’s OMNIMAX Theater. Various times. $8-$9.

289-4424 or slsc.org.

THROUGH 2/22 WHITE TO GRAY Mustard Seed Theatre presents White to Gray, a drama about loyalty and love, in the Fine Arts Theatre at Fontbonne University. Various times. $25-$30. 719-8060 or mustardseedtheatre.com.

THROUGH 2/27 OR Slightly Askew Theatre Ensemble will perform Or, the first production in its new Season of Mistaken Identity, at The Chapel. 8 p.m. $15-$20.

827-5760 or slightlyoff.org.

WALKING THE TIGHTROPE COCA presents the moving story of a granddaughter and grandfather at COCA. Various times. $14-$18.

725-6555 or cocastl.org.

GISELLE Alexandra Ballet will present a romantic performance of Giselle at the Touhill Performing Arts Center. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 21; 2 p.m. Feb. 22. $10-$30.

516-4949 or touhill.org.

2/24 MARYVILLE TALKS BOOKS WITH JULIAN ZELIZER Author, Princeton University professor and CNN.com columnist Julian Zelizer will discuss his new book, The Fierce Urgency of Now: Lyndon Johnson, Congress, and the Battle for the Great Society, at Maryville University Auditorium. 7 p.m.

529-9349 or maryville.edu.

2/26 FERGUSON THROUGH THE EYES OF THE MEDIA Local reporters and photographers will hold a panel discussion, focused on the Ferguson protests, at Washington University’s Brown Hall. 7 p.m. Reservations requested. ucollege. wustl.edu/ferguson.

2/26-3/1 FROZEN Experience a winter wonderland as Disney on Ice presents the Academy Award-winning tale, Frozen, at the Scottrade Center. Various times. $20-$90. 800-745-3000 or scottradecenter.com.

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PHILADELPHIA FREEDOM View abstract paintings by a group of artists from the City of Brotherly Love at the Philip Slein Gallery. Free. 361-2617 or philipsleingallery.com.

2/21-9/7 CHILDREN’S CHINA: CELEBRATING CULTURE, CHARACTER AND CONFUCIUS Be immersed in Chinese culture through a panda reserve, a Chinese New Year celebration and more with the new exhibit, Children’s China, at The Magic House. $10.

822-8900 or magichouse.org.

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CHOCOLATE WINE TRAIL Indulge in chocolate and wine pairings at wineries along the Hermann Wine Trail. Various times. $30. 800-932-8687 or hermannwinetrail.com.

2/22 LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO Grammy Awardwinning South African a cappella group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, will sing at The Sheldon Concert Hall. 7:30 p.m. $40-$45.

534-1111 or thesheldon.org.

MOTION PICTURES’ BIGGEST NIGHT Cinema St. Louis and Ballpark Village are rolling out the red carpet for an Oscars watch party on the Fox Sports Midwest Live! big-screen at Ballpark Village.

6 p.m. $5; $25 VIP package. stlballparkvillage.com.

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BUILDERS HOME & GARDEN SHOW Learn about the latest in lawn and garden, home design, pools and spas, and more at the Builders Home and Garden Show at the America’s Center. Various times. $4-$10. stlhomeshow.com.

Project Trio

MOVING MUSIC 2/22 FROM BACH TO ROCK TO HIP HOP Project Trio joins St. Louis Symphony for a musical journey through the years at Powell Hall. 3 p.m. $12-$19. 534-1700 or stlsymphony.org.

3/1 HANDEL’S MESSIAH Experience the Bach Society of Saint Louis’ performance of Handel’s inspiring musical work, Messiah, at First Presbyterian of Kirkwood. 3 p.m. $20-$40. 652-2224 or bachsociety.org.

3/10 SALUT D’AMOUR Join The Chamber Music Society of St. Louis for a benefit performance featuring David and Miran Halen, in celebration of David’s 20th anniversary as concertmaster of the St. Louis Symphony and the 10th anniversary of his solo CD, Salut D’Amour, at The Sheldon Concert Hall. 7 p.m. $36-$40; $200 VIP package. 534-1111 or chambermusicstl.org.

2/27-28 ASPEN SANTE FE BALLET Dance St. Louis presents the acclaimed Aspen Sante Fe Ballet on the Touhill Performing Arts Center stage. 8 p.m. Feb. 27; 7 p.m. Feb. 28. $30-$55.

516-4949 or touhill.org.

2/27-3/1 MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Experience the true story of a recording session featuring rock‘n’roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins in the Tony Awardwinning Broadway musical, Million Dollar Quartet, at the Fox Theatre. Various times. $35-$80.

534-1111 or fabulousfox.com.

CHECK THIS OUT 3/7 BEAU WILLIMON St. Louis native Beau Willimon, creator, head writer and executive producer of the award-winning series, House of Cards, will make a special appearance at St. Louis County Library Headquarters.

5:30 p.m. ticketed reception, $125 single tickets, $200 per couple; 7 p.m. free public appearance. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

WALKING THE TIGHTROPE PHOTO COURTESY OF COCA, PROJECT TRIO PHOTO BY TOM WALSH, BEAU WILLIMON PHOTO BY MARK MANN

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especially when someone has just moved in.”

In addition, executive director Karen Muckler notes, “Each community has a resident welcome committee to greet all of our new residents and help them experience many of the different opportunities while making new friends.” Among the activities offered at the various communities are a currentevents discussion group, swimming, tai chi and yoga classes, as well as painting, chess, poker club, dancing, crafts and Bible study. Residents also are encouraged to be active through volunteering at fundraising events and throughout the community at-large.

For those considering making Delmar Gardens retirement and assisted living communities their new home, a complimentary three-day weekend getaway package is available. This allows guests to experience the fine dining, activities and socialization, which are unique characteristics of every Delmar Gardens community, Muich says. “We want them to feel comfortable, happy and loved in their new home.”

his own, she explains. “He works and works on these figures, comes up with a style of his own, and it becomes recognizable to people.”

The glowing light and figures featured in his paintings become his trademark.

As a proud westerner on the East Coast, Bingham was faced with the challenge of “selling the idea of the West to an eastern audience through his work,” Wolfe explains. “If you think about it at the time, the image of the flatboat men was very sensationalized—they were even depicted as half-alligator, coarse and wild; and the river was this exotic, dangerous place. Bingham comes up with images that contradict that: They’re calming, convincing us that the West is a place to put investment, that the rivers are a safe and important place to the country as a whole. He shows the eastern audience that the rivers are equal, the people are equal, and it is all something to relate to.”

Interactive displays also take viewers

agency that will handle those details for you; otherwise, you have to consider keeping track of hours worked, keeping withholdings, getting a federal employee ID number, [which] you may have to obtain… There’s a lot of paperwork and details that you need to keep in order if you are going to administer the domestic worker yourself.”

One of those bits of paperwork should be a written agreement between the employee and employer.

“A short, written contract is a good idea if you have an employee,” Kruger says, listing wage rate,

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continued from page 22 deeper into the exhibition, from touch-screen elements detailing how some of the works came together, to trying your hand at drawing your own Bingham-inspired piece of art.

Visitors also can bring their own iPads, or check out a tablet, and download an app to hear the museum’s curators explain more about the background of pieces throughout the exhibit.

Related events include A Culinary Journey through the Mississippi River Valley on Feb. 20, The People of Missouri Save the Bingham Drawings on Feb. 22, and Navigating the Rivers: A Collection of Modern-Day Stories film presentation on Feb. 28.

The exhibition, organized by the Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth, Texas, and the Saint Louis Art Museum, will head to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in June.

continued from page 34 notice of at-will employment and job expectations as a few examples of what should be included.

Ernst adds benefits and ‘house rules’ to that list.

Ernst notes the obligation of employers to verify that any employee is authorized to work in the United States. “The appropriate way is simply to ask the employee to provide information that will prove their eligibility to work [in the U.S.].” This could include a Social Security number, taxpayer identification or other relevant documents.

Calling a relevant professional, such as an

attorney, can be helpful in navigating the particulars of hiring an employee. Ernst also notes contacting your insurance broker to discuss if and how your homeowner’s insurance protects you in this situation. “Think about your homeowner’s insurance and other insurance coverage relating to domestic help,” Ernst says. “If you have an unsafe condition in your home, and somebody slips and falls on a toy that the kids left out, will your homeowner’s policy provide coverage to an injury to the domestic employee?” {LadueNews.com} FEBRUARY 20, 2015

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