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And what a great birthday present this edition has turned out to be. Starting on Page 37, LN staff writer Amanda Dahl talks to local organization experts about how to declutter every room in your house – a story that has deeply satisfied my Type A soul. Also in this edition, in two individual and impactful articles, LN managing editor Andrea Smith reports on metro area advocacy efforts surrounding the topics of support both for young people with autism (Page 20) and for U.S. veterans experiencing homelessness (Page 49). Starting on Page 51, LN copy editor and staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach previews the Tom Reed’s pleasantly entitled “Gone Fishing” installation, now running at Clayton’s Bruno David Gallery till June 19. And in an effort to fit two of my very favorite things into one edition – literary works and toy shops – LN contributor Drew Gieseke spotlights the impressively student-run Outside Literary Magazine on Page 18, and LN regular Alecia Humphreys profiles the new owners of Ladue’s Imagination Toys on Page 16. Happy April, everyone!
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ith the nicer spring weather, leading into summer, comes more time sharing meals outdoors – and therefore, more time transporting food. Regarding such transportation, unfortunately, an estimated one in seven Americans get sick each year from consuming contaminated food, with children more susceptible to becoming ill than adults. The COVID-19 pandemic halted to many spring and summer gatherings like picnics, of course, but as we return to life as usual, we may need to refresh ourselves on how to safely purchase, prepare and store food to prevent food-borne illness. In that light, the following general guidelines address care in food selection, cleanliness, preparation and storage. First, shop and assess food carefully: Avoid swollen or damaged cans and other packages – they may be contaminated.
Purchase all foods only from reputable stores and other sources. Buy only pasteurized milk and milk products. Taste or smell “prepared” food to verify it’s OK. Second, be clean: Don’t prepare food if you have open sores or cuts on your hands or if you’re sick. Always wash your hands before preparing food, and remind little ones to wash before eating. Take particular care in preparing raw meat and poultry, and clean any prep surfaces, like countertops and cutting boards, after use with hot, soapy water. Third, pay attention to food temperatures: Make sure all foods are cooked properly and thoroughly. Never eat raw or undercooked meat, especially ground beef. Use a thermometer to measure the doneness of meats.
Finish what you start – never let meat or poultry sit if you’re called away while preparing it. When reheating food, always make sure to do so completely. Hot foods should stay hot, and cold foods, cold – never let food sit at room temperature. (Take great care with prepared foods, especially those with mayonnaise or eggs.) As a final precaution, do not feed honey to any child less than one year of age due to risk of gastrointestinal complications. Also, if your child consistently rejects a food, don’t assume he or she is being stubborn, but instead consider food intolerances. For more information, visit usda.gov.
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ince its founding in 1985, Imagination Toys has been a pillar for play in the metro area, and that lovely legacy in Ladue will live on under new owners: Sally Kriegel and Lisa Adorjan. “I was a frequent customer at the store – [I] came in all the time, knew Diane, who is one of our excellent staff members here, and I’m on their mailing list,” Kriegel says. “After Christmas, we got an email saying that the store was closing or being sold because [former owner] Polly [Lett] was retiring. I’ve always had this little pipe dream about owning the store – this little shop around the corner, very close to my house. I mentioned it to my husband, and he was like, ‘You should email them.’” Kriegel recalls that as she was telling Adorjan about the potential purchase, Adorjan also was elated. “When this came up, it seemed like a dream come true,” Adorjan says. “A now-or-never kind of deal. We thought that this would be a great opportunity for both of us to try something fun and new.” The duo says they plan to keep Imagination Toys’ impeccable customer care at its core.
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“We want to keep the tradition alive of that high customer service and attention to detail, [by] making each person who walks in the store feel like they have someone there who is focused on what they need,” Adorjan says, “whether that’s a toy for a birthday party or something new for their kids.” Kriegel says she sincerely hopes to bring new and exciting toys into the store. “Toys that not everyone has seen, that really help kids have creative play,” Kriegel adds. “We like
the idea of kids playing outside, wondering about the world and experiencing play. So we’re always looking for toys that promote that.” Imagination Toys will celebrate its new era on Saturday, April 2, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the Imagination Celebration. “We are going to have a few activities within the store – there’s going to be balloon artists walking around and ice cream,” Adorjan says. “There might also be some special guests that come and visit, like the Easter bunny. It’s going to be a very fun, festive atmosphere.” The new owners hope this celebration also celebrates the shop’s loyal customers. “We are very thankful for the loyal group of customers that have patronized the store for the past 37 years,” Kriegel says. “We appreciate that, and we’ll be working hard to foster and earn that loyalty in the future. It is a great community that we have around us, and we really do appreciate that and want to make sure that we continue all those little things that have brought people in.”
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utside Literary Magazine is a local publication that cultivates and celebrates artistic talents in the local community. It’s almost entirely run and consists of work by high school students in the Saint Louis Public Schools district. The idea for OLM came from a conversation between Lizzy Petersen, former managing editor of St. Louis’ River Styx literary magazine, and M.K. Stallings, director of that city’s UrbArts youthoriented nonprofit. Stallings wanted to nurture and develop writers for the VerbQuake spokenword program and recognized that schools needed a way to support students who hadn’t yet competed – and Petersen agreed. Their solution? A student-run publication that helps kids adapt their work for the page. Six years after its founding at Central VPA High School, an SLPS magnet school, OLM has become a force for creativity in the community and has inspired and published more than 100 high school students throughout the area. Petersen assists in leading the way as the program’s director. “My role is to help support the vision of the student editors and contributors,” she says. Available both in print and online at OutsideLitMag.com, the publication is shaped and led by student editors. OLM accepts writing and art in various forms submitted by students across the district, including everything from essays to fiction to poetry. In 2022, it even began accepting short videos, recorded performances and musical pieces. No matter what types of art are featured, the program always puts students first with a creativedevelopment process that follows professional magazine production. “In the first half of the year, we develop a shared vision for that year’s magazine [by] looking at a wide variety of literary magazines – local and national, [do-it-yourself] and established,
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Program Stats OLM has published 111 students and trained 25 editors since its launch. Each issue attracts more than 1,000 readers. Amid the pandemic, OLM has reached 2,290 readers, and 82 creatives have participated.
online and print,” Petersen explains. “From there, I support them as they develop the submission guidelines, develop a communications plan and create marketing materials. I answer questions, help them navigate difficult decisions and support the execution of their vision.” Traditionally, the program is held after school with alternating writing workshops open to all students and editorial meetings for editors, who have applied for their staff positions. COVID-19 caused some disruption with the after-school program, so the team at CVPA introduced a contributing editor program that engaged students in the school’s creative writing class. Since its founding in 2016, the program has
grown and expanded to meet the needs of the students and their audience. Helping to make this possible is outside funding through donations from the Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis, The Saigh Foundation, Wells Fargo, the Will Flores Fund and many individual donors. This generosity and the work of Petersen and other adult collaborators have made the program a resounding success for the students who participate. “Outside Lit Mag has been a defining part of my young adulthood,” says Leah Williams, who was managing editor of the publication from 2017 to 2021. “OLM has continuously brought me closer to the art and writing community in St. Louis and beyond.”
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Acceptance AdvocAting for
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In a shIft toward more InclusIve treatment, people wIth autIsm and theIr supporters have dubbed aprIl autIsm acceptance month.
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eople with autism spectrum disorder and those who support them are advocating to change the way individuals with developmental disorders are treated. Nationwide, the Autism Society of America has called for April to be recognized as Autism Acceptance Month, rather than Autism Awareness Month. Locally, school districts and nonprofits have adapted their programs to empower young people impacted by autism. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s most recent autism prevalence report estimates that 1 in 44 children in the U.S. may be diagnosed with autism by 8 years old, indicating an increase from 1 in 54 children estimated in the previous report. “While there is currently no known single cause of autism, early diagnosis helps a person receive resources that can support the choices and opportunities needed to live fully,” according to the Autism Society of America.
Easterseals Midwest, a nonprofit that provides a variety of services to people with disabilities, has a St. Louis Autism Services Office that offers family navigation, parent and community education and training, support groups, respite and social skills groups, and an applied behavior analysis program. ABA therapies can help with cultivating language, social, adaptive and education skills while reducing harmful behaviors, but it’s also drawn criticism in light of the “neurodiversity movement,” which challenges the idea that people with developmental disabilities should change their behaviors to adhere to societal norms. According to Psychology Today: “Philosophically, the neurodiversity movement is based on what we might call cerebral pluralism – the idea that each brain is different and some more different than others. Politically, the movement is aligned with dis/ability rights movements and is dedicated to eradicating stigmas associated with neurological difference.” Danielle Jones Mntanga, Easterseals ABA program manager, acknowledges the impact and importance of the neurodiversity movement and says ABA programs have evolved as a result. “At Easterseals, we offer autism programs that empower individuality,” Mntanga explains. “We don’t seek to change a child with autism. We are looking to the parents to see ‘How can we help your child be successful?’ … We listen to the child, as well, and adjust plans with the parents when needed.” Easterseals offers free consultations or “family navigation meetings,” and Mntanga invites interested parents to reach out and discuss their concerns with the Easterseals team. Easterseals services begin in the early childhood development stage, often before children enter kindergarten. Its services allow for more sibling and parental involvement that go beyond what most school districts can provide, Mntanga says. During COVID-19 pandemic-related school shutdowns, the organization has adjusted from offering telehealth services to continuing in-person clinical services with small groups and one-on-one sessions, which has proven more beneficial to families. Dr. Catina Lyles, the Special School District of St. Louis County’s special education director, says that over the last two years, special education staff and parents have embraced new approaches of supporting students with autism. “It was difficult, but there were some opportunities that were born out of the pandemic to make more direct connections with the work that we do in school along with [what can be done in the] home,” Lyles reflects. “I definitely heard from a number of parents who [said] it increased their understanding. Being at home, they were able to see firsthand what we were doing.”
The Special School District is the 23rd public school district in St. Louis County, and it partners with the other 22 public school districts to provide special education services and resources to students and their families in their home district. Dr. Derrick Wallace, Ladue Schools’ assistant superintendent for student and community services, says this model isn’t widely used in American education systems, but it certainly benefits local students. “It really is a big deal, because you want to make sure that we’re focused on inclusion,” Wallace says about integrating specialized support with local public education. “There’s not one student that is classified as being ‘autistic’ that will exactly mirror another student that’s on the spectrum … There are students on the spectrum who have additional disabilities or special needs, meaning there could be a student on the spectrum who also needs speech support, or hearing support, or OT [occupational therapy] support.” For years, St. Louis County school districts have worked with parents to identify children’s unique needs and, if they qualify for special education, will develop an individualized education plan. What’s new is the ability for parents to see special education services in real time and effectively promote progress at home. “We may have taken a student into the cafeteria to be sure that they communicated a specific need they have for lunch, you know, if they have special dietary needs,” Lyles describes. “So [we were] teaching advocacy, as well as how to enter the room, how to introduce yourself and how to communicate your needs. In a situation where we were virtual … , there was less of an opportunity for real-world experiences.” In addition to creating scenarios virtually and practicing social skills on-screen, educators gave parents examples of how they can stimulate more real-world experiences remotely. “I did have parents say, ‘I really appreciate what you all do,’” Lyles says. “That helped to strengthen some relationships.” If parents suspect their child might be struggling with autism, Lyles encourages them to speak to an educator or school counselor. For more information on first steps, visit ssdmo.org. Easterseals Midwest, 11933 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, 314-432-6200, easterseals.com/midwest Ladue Schools, 9703 Conway Road, St. Louis, 314-994-7080, ladueschools.net Special School District of St. Louis County, 12110 Clayton Road, Town and Country, 314-989-8100, ssdmo.org
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stablished in 1988, The Gatesworth revolutionized what it meant to be a senior living community, providing exceptional services and an elegant residential lifestyle. From quality amenities to top-of-the-line staff, it’s no wonder The Gatesworth continues to be named a top senior living community, locally and nationally. “We’ve earned these accolades by devoting ourselves to the residents’ well-being – and we don’t rest on our laurels,” says coowner Bob Leonard. “We constantly focus on making things better. Our services and amenities are unmatched.” Leonard also thanks Ladue News readers for voting for The Gatesworth as the Best Senior Living Community in St. Louis in the 2022 Platinum List readers poll. Forbes magazine similarly named it one of the Top 10 senior living communities in the country. Leonard, alongside founders Charlie Deutsch and David Smith, had a vision to create a kind of independent senior living community they hadn’t seen before: the kind of place they would want to live in, somewhere residential and independent, person-centered in its programs and services. “We decided to build The Gatesworth because we were passionate about helping older adults maintain their independence as long as possible,” Smith says. “Our core values are based on residents having lots of choices and opportunities for privacy, as well as for group programs and activities.” Deutsch adds: “We empower people by making the entire environment accessible, inside and outside. It makes the impossible possible with opportunities for life-enhancing experiences.” The Gatesworth’s success is attributed to those core values of choice and opportunity, inspiring residents to live an active and independent lifestyle. Residents have access to any number of clubs and programs, including gardening, art classes, fitness classes, book clubs and lectures, which they can choose to participate in as often as they like. “If there is an activity you want to do, you are encouraged to do it, and if not, there’s no pressure,” says resident Gloria Pasley, adding that The Gatesworth offers a variety of cultural outings, like visiting metro area landmarks and restaurants and enjoying holiday lights. The community also offers a state-of-the-art fitness center that includes a heated indoor saltwater pool, as well as a full-service spa, a beauty salon, massage rooms and more. The grounds are perfectly
maintained, with walking paths around a stunning lake and reflecting pond, allowing guests to have parklike scenery right outside their apartments. Furthermore, The Gatesworth is exceptional in its friendly and accommodating staff. Residents are impressed by how staff members remember their names and lives, and how they go above and beyond in offering personalized service. The shining standard at The Gatesworth extends to its kitchen staff. Nearly every individual who trains with The Gatesworth is a graduate of a culinary program or has gone through an apprenticeship, with some having even competed worldwide. “It’s nice when you hear residents love a certain dish,” executive chef Brian Hardy says. “When they see you make that for them, they feel like, out of the 300 people around, you’re cooking for them. To be able to have that kind of connection is one of the best parts k Resid ent Len Banasza of my career.” It’s that connection that truly sets this community apart. The Gatesworth’s executive director, Carrie Montrey, concludes: “The Gatesworth is a warm and welcoming community for seniors who want to remain active, eat well, pursue passions and make new friends – all in the comfort of a safe and engaging environment.” The Gatesworth, One McKnight Place, St. Louis, 314-993-0111, thegatesworth.com
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hen it comes to planning for your financial future, it’s never too early to start. This applies to all forms of financial planning but none so much as longevity planning – planning for living well into your later years. “It’s a problem that comes out of something good – life expectancy has gone up, and people are able to be more independent later in life,” explains Whitey Holt, CFP®, CDFA®, wealth manager at Plaza Advisory Group. “We’ve adapted that into our practice. By purposeful planning for your later years, you could actually retain more of your independence when those years come.” Planning that looks far into the future took a backseat during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and for some, plans abruptly changed. Plaza Advisory Group helps clients begin thinking about the future as early as possible by providing a wealth of resources, including several checklists that can assist them with knowing when it’s time to take certain steps. “These are conversations that should happen early – the goal should be to have a plan before it is needed,” Holt encourages, stressing the importance of formalizing financial plans and keeping them as straightforward as possible. This can include setting up a centralized location for monitoring various accounts, using tools to monitor the accounts of an older loved one and planning around sudden changes in circumstance. With the elderly being prime targets for fraud schemes, Plaza helps families put in safeguards to keep themselves and their money safe. Longevity planning is a relatively new form of financial planning, and Plaza Advisory Group has been working to stay at the front edge with conversations that keep them abreast of what’s happening in their clients lives. “We care deeply about our relationships with our clients,” Holt says. “We are always looking for the best tools to help them through all of life’s transitions. We want to do all that we can to help our clients enjoy a safe, comfortable and long life.” Plaza Advisory Group, 101 S. Hanley Road, 314-726-0600, plazaadvisors.com Steward Partners Global Advisory, LLC and Plaza Advisory Group, Inc. maintain a separate professional business relationship with, and our registered professionals offer securities through, Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC.
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The Gatesworth One McKnight Place, 314-993-0111, thegatesworth.com Set on 12 acres of parklike grounds, The Gatesworth offers extensive amenities, including wellness, social and educational programs to enrich residents’ lives. From lecture series and yoga classes to happy hours and musical ensembles, resources are provided to nurture and enrich the body, mind and well-being of residents every day.
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Cedarhurst offers more than lifestyle options; its staff is trained in various care programs to meet the needs of residents. They are provided with a customized plan following conversations with family, physicians and the Cedarhurst team. Learn more about how Cedarhurst ensures care and peace of mind.
With new independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing across two campuses, Friendship Village remains fully invested in the future of senior living. Its Life Care program provides a full spectrum of care services at a predictable cost for life – proof of Friendship Village’s dedication to keeping seniors well, longer.
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Three McKnight Place, 314-993-3333, mcknightplace.com McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care features beautifully landscaped gardens, outdoor spaces and walking paths. All-inclusive services, plus amenities like a theater, an art room, a greenhouse and more, are available, as well as a broad range of programming and choices to encourage the mental, physical and emotional well-being of each individual.
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Two McKnight Place, 314-993-2221, mcknightplace.com McKnight Place Extended Care offers a community for seniors who have health conditions that require the highest level of care outside a hospital setting. Staffers focus on building close relationships with residents and their loved ones to create personalized care plans.
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hat once was a bare-bones family room is now a fun, fabulous space thanks to Megan Temple of Megan
Temple Design. “This room underwent a complete transformation,” Temple says. “New flooring, windows, fireplace and all new furnishings.” The furnishings in question came from Temple’s new shop, The Dollhouse, located in Brentwood. “Our client was adventurous and willing to take risks with interior design, so we had a lot of fun designing this space,” Temple says. “I am personally obsessed with all the textiles and prints in the space and how they complement each other.” Among Temple’s favorites were the custom lumbar pillow, which runs the length of the sofa and sports a playful floral print, and the custom textured drapes, featuring hand-drawn geometrics. “We were really inspired by our client’s
free spirit and wish to do something out of the box with this space,” Temple says. “She loves jewel-tone colors and modern prints. The Peacock velvet sofa by Arteriors was our starting point, and the Designers Guild Mansur floral fabric really drove the rest of the design.” The result was a space that Temple’s pretty proud of. “Having full design freedom is a privilege, but it can also be a lot of selfimposed pressure for perfection,” Temple says. “It’s sometimes challenging for me to not overthink things or get stuck in my head. This happened a bit on this project, but in the end, I feel like we successfully created a space that perfectly mirrors our client’s personal style – and that is what it’s all about.”
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Conquering Your Clutter By Amanda Dahl
Five metro area expert organizers break down your living spaces and how best to declutter each.
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hese tips from local professional organizers can turn your annual purge into an energizing process. And if ever the chaos proves too much to manage solo, call the experts below to help.
The Kitchen The kitchen often acts as the hub of a home. It’s where all the action is – and often, where the messiest of messes are created. Cut down on clutter by decanting any pantry items, like cereals and pasta, into clear containers, which can maximize storage capacity and help you keep inventory ahead of your next grocery trip. Use tools that double as both functional and attractive, such as the Le Creuset crock, says Melissa Clendenin of the Kitchen Conservatory in Clayton. “The crock [comes] in colorway Flame, one of [the brand’s] signature colors,” she notes. “Fill it with Le Creuset tools, including the spatula spoons in Flame and Marseille and the small spatula in Soleil [to make a colorful and cohesive addition to one’s counter space].’”
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The Home Office An essential part of the home in recent years, a dedicated office space needs to fuel productivity even as it mixes with surrounding living spaces. Organization is perhaps most critical in this flex space. “With home offices, you typically have two main categories: stuff and paper,” Susan Stewart of Perfectly Placed says. “Organize [the stuff] by categories such as electronics, office supplies, books [and] décor.” Another important category is items that can be moved elsewhere, which will cut down on clutter. “Once you have done that, you know what and how much of each item you need to store and can make an appropriate decision about placement and containers,” Stewart says. She advises following the same guidelines of separating and purging for paperwork, which can include important files like taxes and property or medical documents. Once sorted and put into a dedicated space, Stewart adds that files will benefit most from proper labeling. Perfectly Placed, 16840 Hickory Trails Lane, Wildwood, 636-686-0048, perfectlyplaced.org
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The Closet It’s that necessary storage space where things can be kept out of sight – and out of mind. If a closet’s left unorganized, though, trying to find a look for date night or your favorite top to wear in warmer weather can cause anxiety. “Start by defining your style,” Dacy Gillespie of the Mindful Closet recommends. “Let go of anything that doesn’t fit into that or doesn’t have a functional use. Stop holding onto clothes Photo by Cassidy Parker Smith that don’t fit. Let go of any clothes that put out negative energy by making you feel bad [because] you can’t wear them.” Next, she adds, edit your wardrobe according to use type, such as work and dress clothes, to reduce search and decision fatigue. Mindful Closet, mindfulcloset.com
The Master Suite After sorting your wardrobe, evaluate the vibe you wish to imbue in your bedroom. “Keep this vision in mind as you start your project,” Erin Neumann, owner of Sacred Space Organizing, advises. “When we keep the destination close, the journey becomes that much more manageable.” She then recommends sorting each item in your bedroom and purging when possible. “Focusing on the things you use and love is an intentional and internal paradigm shift,” Neumann says. “By eliminating the things you no longer use or treasure, you’ll find it easier to focus on what matters – fostering a life lived with intention.”
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The Garage From a place to store your vehicles to a handiwork area to a catch-all zone, the garage is not a space to overlook. Sorting this area of the home can prove as beneficial as straightening up inside your abode. Heather Maupin of Fresh Start Organizing encourages removing everything first from the garage and then installing proper shelving. “Sort and purge,” she says of the items you have removed. “Then, group like items together.” Maupin also recommends corralling smaller items into “tough” bins by categories such as camping gear, picnic essentials, kids’ items and sports equipment. “Standing bike racks are essential for helping to keep bikes in order, especially with kids,” she adds. Fresh Start Organizing, St. Louis, 314-884-0296, freshstartstlouis.com
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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL THE CHILDREN’S HEART FOUNDATION
HEARTS THAT HOPE GALA Photos and story by Christina Kling-Garrett
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uests of The Children’s Heart Foundation’s inaugural Hearts That Hope Gala enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while mingling at the Four Seasons St. Louis in that municipality’s downtown on Feb. 26. Before dinner, guests could purchase raffle tickets for the Queen of Hearts Boujee Table – a lavishly decorated table featuring centerpieces from Buds Floral, premium wines from Clayton Wine House, an upgraded dinner menu, Bijoux Chocolates and gifts from Kendra Scott and Kind Soap. Dr. Jason Paul Young, president of Children’s Heart Foundation, Missouri Region, welcomed attendees before the honorary chairman, Dan Flynn, the former CEO of U.S. Soccer and current FIFA senior advisor, spoke about his journey as a Heart Warrior. Honorees for the event included Evie Bearman, Dr. Andrew C. Fiore and Charlotte Smock-Brooks, RN. Kevin Boehm emceed the live auction and Fund-A-Need, after which guests danced to the music of the Charles Glenn Group. Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!
I was honored to be a small part of the Children’s Heart Foundation Gala and was so inspired to be in a room that contained so many amazing heart kids, heart warriors and heart moms and dads. Great charity events are fueled not just by money but by love, and the room was filled with it. – KEVIN BOEHM 42 April 1, 2022
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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL ARCHWAY INSTITUTE
10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY GALA Photos and story by James Anderson
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uests gathered at the LiUNA Event Center in Sunset Hills to celebrate ARCHway Institute’s 10-year anniversary as a nonprofit that addresses addiction and substance abuse in the metro area. Attendees were greeted with raffle tickets, a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, “mocktails” and dinner while guest speakers conveyed the continued vision of ARCHway Institute. This event serves as a fundraiser supporting its efforts to provide treatment, educational services and other resources to anyone seeking recovery from what ARCHway Institute’s website calls “the disease of addiction.” Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!
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ARCHway Institute is celebrating 10 years of service at tonight’s annual gala and auction! We are incredibly excited to celebrate our work over the last 10 years and recognize our founding families along with the board of directors, staff, volunteers and supporters who make it possible for us to provide education, peer support and financial assistance to help people find recovery! As always, this event celebrates that recovery from substance use disorders is possible, and the number of people in the room tonight who are in recovery is proof of that. – EMILY STUCKEY, CEO/COO
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CEntrAL InStItUtE for tHE DEAf By Maggie Peters | Photo by Phillip Hamer, courtesy of The Muny
ON THE BOARD: DENNY REAGAN
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In 1914, inspired by his postgraduate studies in Europe and sparked by a suggestion from his friend Helen Keller, St. Louis ear surgeon Dr. Max Goldstein launched CID. He envisioned a school where doctors, educators and parents would work together to help deaf children learn to listen and talk. Since then, CID has made major contributions to the science and clinical practice of audiology and classroom research with significant impact on the field of deaf education. Generous support from the St. Louis community has enabled thousands of CID students to attend schools alongside children with typical hearing.
Each year, CID provides a highly individualized listening and spoken language education for up to 200 area children. CID professionals work closely with parents to help them maximize their child’s listening and learning in the earliest years of brain development. CID serves children from birth to age 12. CID teachers are experts at teaching listening, speech, language, social and academic skills through play and hands-on activities coupled with more structured, small-group lessons. All programs incorporate a team approach – with parents at the center. CID school programs feature onsite pediatric audiology, speech-language therapy, occupational therapy and family services.
CID offers a high level of service from a multidisciplinary group of master’s- and doctorallevel professionals dedicated to the success and well-being of each child. In 2021, professionals in 55 countries and all U.S. states accessed CID Emerson Center for Professional Development classroom curricula and continuing education courses. Along with increased collaborations with university researchers and others, CID promises to continue its proud tradition as a leader in listening and spoken language education for children who are deaf and hard of hearing.
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Inspired by its history, Denny Reagan was moved to join the Central Institute for the Deaf Board of Directors in 2003 after touring its facility. “It’s heartwarming to see children who are deaf having meaningful conversations – whether it’s about school or hobbies or what they’re having for lunch,” Reagan says. “Witnessing the results of this education and training has brought me so much satisfaction.” Reagan was named president of the board in January and is looking forward to helping CID continue to expand. “CID provides tools to work with students who are deaf or hard of hearing to more than 4,000 professionals outside St. Louis,” he says. “They’ve graduated thousands on a national and even international level; CID is so important to the community.”
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LOCAL EATS
MAD MEXICA I By Mabel Suen
n early February, St. Louis’ historic Soulard neighborhood greeted Mad Mexica – inside Mad Art Gallery, uniquely housed in a 1930s police station – and the new lunchtime destination offers “Mexican cuisine from across the country.” Mad Mexica comes from chef and gallery owner Ron Buechele, who previously operated the barbecue eatery Capitalist Pig at the venue. With Mad Mexica (named after the indigenous Mexica, or Aztecs, from which Buechele’s grandmother descends), he explores his roots the best way he knows how: through his passion for food. “The whole paternal side of my family is from Michoacán, Mexico, and it was this whole half of my genetic makeup I had no real knowledge of,” says Buechele, who met his father for the first time in 2015, just two years before his father died of cancer.
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“I inherited a molcajete [a traditional Mexican mortar and pestle] that’s probably 300 years old that a lot of hands have held onto, but there weren’t generational or family recipes they could really hand down to me. I started researching for my own knowledge of Mexican food and just sort of latched onto street food.” Dominating the Mad Mexica menu is the stew/filling birria, which Buechele says the eatery prepares in a Michoacán style instead of the Jalisco style that most folks know; his version incorporates touches like cascabel (“little bell”) peppers and Mexican chocolate in the consommé. The birria features various meats from week to week, among them beef and goat – available in a taco, in a quesabirria, in a quesadilla or atop fries and ramen (made with a consommé and miso/dashi base). “I want people to experience Mexican food a bit differently,” Buechele says. “There are a lot more
layers to this onion than what you might typically think of.” Tacos and quesadillas are also available with brisket, carnitas (Mexican pulled pork), adobo chicken, chorizo with potato, and jackfruit. A “street” burger features a house-ground brisket, chuck and short rib patty, with such add-ons as Chihuahua cheese and jalapeños, and sides include smoked cauliflower, borracho (“drunken”) beans and fire-roasted salsas. Mad Mexica occupies the front of Mad Art Gallery, with seating at hallway tables and inside former jail cells. Patio seating will also be available in warmer weather.
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ARTS SPEAK
More Than a Statistic By Andrea Smith Photos by Jerry Tovo, courtesy of IPHF
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erry Tovo’s art compels those who see it to no longer turn away from people who are homeless, but rather to acknowledge them as individuals. The St. Louis-based portrait photographer has focused his talents on a particular population needing visibility and support: U.S. veterans experiencing homelessness. The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans has estimated that on any given night, a total 40,000 veterans are unhoused or housed in a shelter. According to the latest data available, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development reported that 19,750 veterans in the U.S. were experiencing sheltered homelessness in January 2021. The report notes that this estimate “could be artificially depressed compared with non-pandemic times, reflecting reduced capacity in some communities or safety concerns regarding staying in shelters.” This week, the nonprofit International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum in St. Louis opened Tovo’s “In the Faces of Patriotism: The Homeless Veterans Project” exhibition to call attention to this issue. “My goal is to raise national awareness about the plight of homeless veterans,” Tovo says in an IPHF press release. “I yearn to give these veterans a face. I want to pay them tribute.” Tovo has worked as a commercial photographer in the metro area since the early 1970s and has partnered with businesses such as Bloomingdale’s, Anheuser-Busch and others. “As a fine artist, Jerry has developed a unique artistic style incorporating the long tone imagery of the photographic masters with the technology of digital photography to produce evocative, starkly-beautiful and visually arresting portraiture,” the IPHF website states. “In the Faces of Patriotism: The Homeless Veterans Project” demonstrates Tovo’s artistry while illuminating the struggles of individuals living in poverty.
“They once were our heroes,” Tovo says of his subjects. “What if people of means could unite, pull together and prod those who can make a difference in eliminating this blight on our discarded patriots?” The exhibition runs through June 11, with viewing included in the museum’s general admission fees: $10 for nonmembers and $5 for students and seniors, with no charge for members of the military. To elaborate on his work, Tovo will present a lecture at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 2, at the IPHF, with a virtual option available. Registration is required at iphf.org.
In St. Louis, veterans experiencing homelessness and their families may seek assistance from the Missouri Veterans Endeavor, which provides long-term supportive housing and clinical case management to veterans and their family members. The Missouri Veterans Commission based in Jefferson City lists resources at veteranbenefits.mo.gov/homeless-assistance for veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless and for those looking to support a veteran in such a position.
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READY READERS
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eady Readers celebrates its 25th anniversary this month by gifting its millionth book to a child in the metro area. To mark this milestone, the organization chose a volume from two St. Louisans: “Cannon’s Crash Course.” In “Cannon’s Crash Course,” writer Mon Trice and nationally recognized visual artist/illustrator Cbabi Bayoc team to present a universal story of a child determined to learn a new skill. Cannon is eager to ride his fancy new orange bicycle, like his older brothers – except he doesn’t know how. As a result, the boy decides to teach himself. Donning his helmet, Cannon takes his bike outside with plans to sail smoothly down the street. Like most new riders, though, he experiences a few beginner issues: wobbly balance, nerves,
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brake confusion and more – all of which cause the rookie rider to crash into an unsuspecting passerby, the local baker. Both baker and biker hit the pavement, with a frustrated Cannon shouting, “I give up!” Does Cannon ever learn to ride? Does the baker get angry with the eager lad? It should please and reassure readers to find that, with a little help and someone to believe in you, you can accomplish even the hardest tasks. In “Cannon’s Crash Course,” Trice uses rhyming language effectively to keep readers interested in his protagonist’s experience. Beautifully enhancing the relatively simple text is Bayoc’s expressive art; his colorful painted canvas illustrations capture the action, emotion and sentiment as the story unfolds.
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Ready Readers will share this book this season with the more than 11,000 children in its Storytime Program – and you! Throughout spring, Story Walks featuring this book will be popping up across the community, along walking paths in public parks and green spaces and at many other local destinations where children and adults gather. Check readyreaders.org for information about locations and kickoff festivities, all to celebrate 25 years of service to our community’s most vulnerable children.
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om Reed’s “Gone Fishing,” now running at Clayton’s esteemed Bruno David Gallery till June 18, delivers insight into a topic at once unlikely but inevitable here in Mark Twain’s home state. The installation – which opened on Saturday, March 26, with four exhibitions by other artists – occupies the gallery’s 24/7 Window on Forsyth space and operates under an amusing title. That is, “Gone Fishing” (Reed’s third solo exhibition with BDG) maintains not so much a piscatorial perspective as something somewhat deeper. “Once a symbol of time and change in his paintings,” a press release from the gallery states of the artist’s fascination with the river qua the river, “it now has become a collaborative partner.” During the past decade and a half, the press release explains, Reed has passed considerable time fly-fishing and collected mementos that “slowly began making their way into the studio and eventually into the work. Over time, they formed a bridge between the river and the creative output in his Four other studio practice.” Quality ‘CatChes’! “Gone Fishing” strives to stroll across that bridge, between Reed’s “obsession” (to quote the press release) with tying flies and reveling with a rod With Tom Reed’s “Gone and reel to its impact on his artistic endeavors. Fishing” installation, “That is what this show is exploring,” Reed relates. “I won’t just be in the Clayton’s Bruno David gallery window tying flies. I’ll be talking with a group of artists, tiers and Gallery will showcase a anglers from around the country, examining the connection between the quartet of exhibitions till water and the studio. June 18 from artists based “It’s an exercise in community-building – finding like-minded people to variously across the nation: share ideas and experiences. As artists, we bring a different point of view to ◗ “allusive” by Chicagothe world of fly-fishing that I would really like to explore. My hope is that this based William Conger will answer some personal questions that I have about the studio/fishing ◗ “Good Will Combines” connection and begin to find new questions to ask.” by texas/ConnecticutIn that respect, because piscatorial artwork can range such a vast gamut – based Cindy tower consider, say, the grim-to-gleeful contrast between “The Fog Warning” (1885) ◗ “remix” by illinois-based by Winslow Homer and “Going Fishing” (1948) by Norman Rockwell – it Chris Kahler seems only reasonable to inquire about Reed’s favorite river hereabouts. The ◗ “surmatants – Mars Mississippi? The Missouri? The Meramec? rising” by New york“I prefer small rivers for fishing,” Reed replies. “The Little Piney’s my based andréa stanislav favorite, and the Current River [both in the Ozarks area of southern Missouri] is a close second. We are fortunate in Missouri to have so much access to great water. “The Piney is a beautiful spring-fed creek that has a naturally reproducing wild rainbow trout population. It doesn’t get the pressure of the larger waters, and the fish are easily spooked, which makes for some fun and challenging fishing.” Finally, the press release mentions riverine mementos that Reed, over time, has collected, and he dwells for a moment on those mementos. “They’re all special in their own way, but I have found some lovely pieces of beaver-chewed wood that are works of art in their own right,” Reed muses. “These pieces that I bring home catch my eye for different reasons. The element that they have in common is they’re a direct link to a time, a place, a river, a weather condition, a fish, a sunset or a friend – you get the idea. “They always bring me right back to the river.” Bruno David Gallery, 7513 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, 314-696-2377, brunodavidgallery.com
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U Name It & We Haul It! 7 Days - Same Day. Brush, Appliances, Clean Outs, Demo, Bsmts & Garage, Etc.
Brian 314-740-1659
Interior/Exterior Painting Reliable & Clean Reasonable, Fully Insured Call John now for a Free Estimate!
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Bright Bear Window Works Window Cleaning - inside & out, track & sill cleaning. Power Washing - siding, decks & patios. Fully insured with 20+ years of experience. Call 636-579-3561
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Tuckpointing
Wanted
BREAKING NEWS…
CONCRETE WORK
Diamonds, Rolex & Patek Philippe Watches Needed
Any Type, Reasonable Rates, Free Estimates, Over 40yrs Experience.
Will pay EXTRA BONUS up to $10,000
Brick & stone, custom color pool caulking, drive-way power washing & caulking. All credit cards accepted. No deposit required,A+BBB rating.Angie’s List 2011, 2017 and 2020 Service Award Recipient.
Call 314-225-6940 or 314-688-9792
Free verbal appraisals available by our certified GIA Gemologist
McGreevy
. 314-504-1999
Piano Tuning Bill McGreevy Piano Technician and Guild Associate Member
1.50ct d diamonds d and d llarger to supply l our national customer base, and will pay up to $10,000 + premium to fill that demand. We are also looking to purchase at premium prices, 1ct-10ct diamonds any shape, gentlemen’s Rolex, Patek Philippe watches, etc. and signed jewelry by Cartier, Tiffany, Van Cleef & Arpels, etc. Will pay cash, check or bank wire.
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No Job Too Small • Residential, Commercial Insured for your protection
Trees
Trees
Tuckpointing, Chimney and Brick Repair, Caulking, Chimney Sweeping and Flue Re-lining. BBB A+ and 2013 Torch Award.
Complete Tree Service for Residential & Commercial • Tree Pruning & Removal • Plant Healthcare Program • Deadwooding • Stump Grinding, • Deep Root Fertilization, • Cabling & Storm Cleanup ISA Certified Arborists Brad Meyer MW-5286A Doug Beckmann MW-5755A Teresa Hessel MW-5754A Free Estimate • Fully Insured
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Tree Service Professionals. Trimming, Deadwooding, Reduction, Removals, Stump Grinding, Year Round Service, Insured. Call Michael Baumann 636-375-2812 for a free estimate & property inspection. You'll be glad you called!
Trees Trees Trimmed & Removed
GILLS
TREE SERVICE • Stone Retaining Walls • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured
(636) 274-1378 GillsTrees.com
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MASSEY TUCKPOINTING
masseytpm@gmail.com
Wanted LAND WANTED St. Louis Business man looking for a piece of land to buy/lease within 1hr hour of St. Louis. Hope to have a cave or spring or both on the property. Fishing access would be desirable as well. Call Sean 314-608-2692.
Moving/Downsizing?
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Always Buying Old Clothing & Items, 1900-1980 Antiques, Art and Records
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Tuckpointing MIRELLI
TUCKPOINTING LLC
Family Owned and Operted In Service Since 1991 Complete houses, spotpointing with color match, chimney, repair/rebuilds, brick/stone repair, foundation repair.
BBB TORCH AWARD RECIPIENT. SUPER SERVICE AWARD '05-'20. FREE ESTIMATES 314-645-1387
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BARTEL’S ESTATE GALLERY
St. Louis, New York, Palm Beach 10411 Clayton Road, Ste. 101 Le Chateau Village • Frotenac, MO 63131
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Wanted SERIOUS COLLECTOR & HISTORIAN Will Pay Top $ for WWII Military Relic's, , Swords, Daggers, Metals, Badges, Hats, Helmets, Flags & Guns. Call 314-249-5369
Wanted
BUYING TOYS 1960-1990s TOYS, I LOVE COLLECTIONS! ACTION FIGURES, STAR WARS, HEMAN MONSTERS, ETC.
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