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CONTENTS SOCIETY IN LATE MARCH, A FEW HUNDRED ST. LOUIS LUMINARIES (AND APPARently, hundreds more of their closest friends, myself included) gathered to witness an elaborate, highly choreographed VIP grand-opening event to christen Ballpark Village. It had been a long time coming: I was still working as a news reporter when the idea of Ballpark Village was introduced. At the time, the concept seemed the precise definition of a pipe dream. But from the onset, the project’s two principals—the Cardinals and the Cordish company—had no doubt that, in time, Cardinals Nation would have this stay-and-play destination to extend the game-day experience for fans. And does it ever! Ballpark Village is just one of the many things to get excited about this season. This week’s Take Me Out to the Ballgame special section counts the ways, including a peek at what’s new at the Cardinals Team Store and a declaration from one of our columnists (we’ll call him ‘FC’) that we live in the greatest era in Cardinals history—you heard it here first! Go Cards!
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How are the Cards looking to you this season? FRANK CUSUMANO OBVIOUSLY, THE HITTING AND DEFENSE have been disappointing so far. However, their starting pitching is so incredible, it can mask deficiencies. Bottom line: When the leaves turn brown, the Cardinals will be around.
ALICE HANDELMAN SINCE SO MANY OF OUR GAMES HAVE been on the road, our Cards have not enjoyed the home-field advantage. Although disappointed with our season’s beginning, I have confidence that by the end of the season, we will see the great Redbirds team that we all know and love.
KATIE YEADON SPEAKING FROM STRICTLY A FASHION point of view, nothing beats the Cardinals uniform! As for the baseball side, I would like to see more runs and fewer errors.
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H , W H AT A SWA N - D E R FU L Evening! Dance St. Louis recently held its Ballet Ball at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel. Beginning with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres among live statues, the event featured a performance by Dance St. Louis residency students and the honoring of Swan Award recipients Tom and Carol Voss. Following dinner and the program, guests grooved to the sounds of the Fabulous Motown Revue. Event co-chairs were Joan Quicksilver and Kathie and Rich Winter.
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2907 Salena (St. Louis).
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$205,900
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NEW LISTING! Newer construction, this home offers over 8,000 square feet of living space. The double entry foyer with stone floors opens to a sunken formal living room and a sunken formal dining room. The light-filled kitchen with designer appliances, breakfast bar, dining area, hearth room, plus a morning room is perfect for everyday living. Lower level features a screening room, kitchen and family room. Home also offers a three-car garage and studio apartment above.
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NEW LISTING! With uncompromising attention to detail, this home offers stylish spaces for today's lifestyles with the charm unique to an historic home. The combination of the custom kitchen and family room serves as the central hub for the main floor living space. Highlights include historic millwork, beautifully updated baths, floor-to-ceiling bookcases, a finished lower level… truly too many to mention! There is a charming red barn with a space for family and friends to gather near the stunning pool.
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NEW LISTING! Bright, open atrium ranch in popular Polo Lake subdivision with over 4,300 square feet of living space! Walls of
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Overflowing with well-lit, gracious spaces, this executive home offers exceptional flow room to room. The family room boasts a warm fireplace, stunning wet bar and opens to a brick patio. The delightful kitchen comes equipped with custom cabinetry, breakfast bar and granite tops. Lower level is finished into three large rooms and a half bath. Upper level has four bedrooms, including a master with an updated bath and walk-in. Annual fee includes a clubhouse, pool, tennis courts and private streets.
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A R E N T S, FAC U LT Y, alumni and friends came together to celebrate Community School’s 100th anniversary for the Centennial Gala at the Four Seasons Hotel downtown. The event began with a Champagne reception, followed by a premier silent auction and dinner. The evening included a special presentation from alum Dr. William Danforth and John Stroup, as well as a musical performance by the school’s students and alumni. Julie Ralph served as event chair.
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155 CarondeLet, Unit 301, Clayton. $934,900.
1-3 Pm
305 north Bemiston, Old Town Clayton. $885,000. 1-3 PM 26 soUth sPoede road, Creve Couer. $750,000. 1-3 PM
3140 Russell Boulevard, Compton Heights Offered at $349,900.
NEW LISTINGS
1594 miLBridGe drive, Chesterfield.
$199,000
$998,000
151 BridGeWater Chase Lane, Villa Ridge.
$184,900
home located on a meticulously maintained lot just under an acre.
5 hUntLeiGh doWns, Frontenac.
$998,000
123 CUivre river drive, Troy.
$154,575
17360 orviLLe road, Wildwood.
$995,000
804 WaLer drive, Lake St. Louis.
$149,875
$1,075,000
155 CarondeLet PLaza, #301, Clayton.
$934,900
2532 FranCes ave., Pattonville Schools.
$144,900
12801 BeLLerive sPrinGs dr., Creve Coeur.
$895,000
213 Cordes street, O’Fallon.
$110,000
$1,075,000
305 north Bemiston, Old Town Clayton.
$885,000
private street. Elegant center hall plan for the formal rooms, and
2378 hiGhWay JJ, Elsberry.
$875,000
extraordinary large everyday family spaces.
1178 hamPton ParK, Richmond Heights.
$850,000
5 PeBBLe CreeK, Ladue. Perfect location at the end of a very $995,000
8016 seminoLe, Clayton. Exceptional Davis Place home that has been beautifully updated. Luxury kitchen, baths and new systems open 5/4, 1-3:30 Pm
throughout. 2-car garage. $699,000.
16831 ashBerry CirCLe drive, Chesterfield. Original
$849,900
40 BriGhton Way, Unit 2n, Clayton.
28 Fair oaKs, Ladue.
$849,000
232 north KinGshiGhWay #1501, CWE.
$550,000
72 CLermont Lane, Ladue.
$839,000
320 Union BoULevard, #3, CWE.
$490,000
26 soUth sPoede road, Creve Couer.
$750,000
9 PortLand CoUrt, CWE.
$445,900
410 north neWstead, #11W, CWE.
$369,000
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410 north neWstead, #4W, CWE.
$357,000
131 Gay avenUe, Clayton.
$287,500
1 exmoor drive, Ladue.
$749,900
725 soUth sKinKer #7s, St. Louis.
$265,000
$749,000
8011 Presidio CoUrt, #2a, University City.
$255,000
947 GLenmoor avenUe, Glendale. Gorgeous inside and out!
2 midParK Lane, Ladue.
$749,000
200 soUth BrentWood BLvd., #15C Clayton. $249,500
This 3BR/2BA home with over 1,400 square feet on main level
316 CaBin Grove Lane, Creve Coeur.
$739,000
250 soUth BrentWood BLvd., #1F, Clayton.
$225,000
and fabulous finished lower level. $359,900. open 5/4, 1-3 Pm
9960 hoLListon CoUrt, Ladue.
$725,000
900 soUth hanLey road, #12e, Clayton.
$190,000
45 CLermont Lane, Ladue.
$649,500
6115 WashinGton BoULevard, #302, St. Louis. $187,000
23 Cheyenne CoUrt, Glendale. Don’t miss this wonderful
1088 mcKniGht orChard, Richmond Heights.
$625,000
4386 West Pine BoULevard, #1W, CWE.
$150,000
charmer with tons of curb appeal! Large living room/dining
563 deer vaLLey CoUrt, St. Albans.
$618,000
2700 mCKniGht CrossinG CoUrt, Rock hill.
$149,900
room combination and updated kitchen.
301 ChasseLLe avenUe, Creve Coeur.
$614,500
6115 WashinGton BoULevard, #301, St. Louis. $148,500
531 north CentraL, University City.
$599,000
921 soUth hanLey road, #e, Clayton.
$139,000
2 tamaraCK drive, Ladue.
$595,000
2033 FaLLinG BrooK dr., maryland heights.
$109,900
1322 hiGhLand oaKs drive, #B, Ballwin.
$95,900
$449,000
$269,000
LuxuryCollection 9847 LitzsinGer road, Ladue.
17720 Greystone terraCe drive, Wildwood. $579,900 2332 divot drive, Crystal Lake Park.
$559,000
21 midParK Lane, Ladue.
$549,000
$6,650,000
4 GodWin Lane, Ladue.
$549,000 $506,000
1760 acres on hiGhWay h, Glenwood.
12 hUntLeiGh Woods drive, Hunteigh.
$5,650,000
791 BordeaUx CirCLe, St. Albans.
$3,600,000
9054 Fair oaKs CresCent Ct., Richmond heights. $499,999
302 WardenBUrG Farms dr., Wildwood.
$600,000
10 overBooK drive, Ladue.
$2,175,000
9801 WiLd deer road, Ladue.
$499,000
303 WardenBUrG Farms dr., Wildwood.
$600,000
$1,795,000
746 orientaL LiLy, O’Fallon.
$479,900
317 WardenBUrG Farms dr., WIldwood.
$600,000
395 hiGhWay v, Troy.
$1,672,000
1616 dearBorn, Warson Woods.
$465,000
1 LittLe Lane, Ladue.
$595,000
8 vaLLey vieW PLaCe, Ladue.
$1,625,000
7135 maryLand avenUe, University City.
$464,000
916 BLUFF road, Pevely.
$429,000
22 WestmoreLand PLaCe, CWE.
$1,525,000
1195 WaGner PLaCe, Rock hill.
$410,000
4114 hiGhWay dd, Salem.
$419,900
11003 WeLLsLey Ct., Ladue Schools.
$389,000
72 aCre horse Farm, Bunker.
$419,900 $299,900
$1,450,000
2019 soUth mason road, Town & Country. $1,300,000
1-3 PM
6177 Washington Boulevard, St. Louis Offered at $249,900.
710 Big Bend Woods Drive, Manchester Offered at $239,900.
$4,930,000
5105 LindeLL BoULevard, CWE.
8 oaKLeiGh Lane, Ladue.
1801 homeFieLd vaLLey Ct., O’Fallon. $250,000.
LOTS/ACREAGE/FARmS
21 UPPer LadUe, Ladue.
7352 WestmoreLand drive, University City. $1,495,000
1-3 Pm
$699,000
11 roLLinG roCK, Ladue.
fabulous kitchen/hearth room.
1195 WaGner PLaCe, Rock hill. $410,000.
CONDOmINIum/VILLA hOmES
11 BaLCon estates, Creve Coeur.
display, many upgrades, main floor master, great room and
1-3 PM
23 Cheyenne Court, Glendale New Listing. Offered at $269,000.
9119 CLayton road, Ladue.
9828 oLd Warson road, Ladue.
22 Forsythia Lane, Ladue. Stunning 6BR/6BA custom Berkley Open floorplan and gorgeous, private gardens.
8730 Teasdale Avenue, University City Offered at $275,000.
2 midParK Lane, Ladue. $749,000.
4153 West Pine, CWE.
$359,000
73 aCre aQUatiC Farm, Bunker.
3140 rUsseLL, St. Louis.
$349,900
Lot 3-8,11,12 Breton Woods Ct., Wildwood. $225,000-$235,000
5 ChatFieLd PLaCe road, Creve Coeur.
$1,250,000
14361 LadUe road, Chesterfield.
$329,000
Governor PLaCe #2 Lot 46, St. Charles.
$129,000
40 aUBUrndaLe drive, Creve Coeur.
$1,249,000
8730 teasdaLe avenUe, University City.
$275,000
LaKe CharLes hiLLs Lot 88, O’Fallon.
$14,000
729 hiGhWay h, Troy.
$1,195,000
6177 WashinGton BLvd., St. Louis.
$249,900
50 BriGhton Way, #3s, Clayton.
$1,189,000
503 GLenmeadoW drive, Ballwin.
$249,000
10 CoUntry LiFe aCres, Town & Country.
$1,175,000
710 BiG Bend Woods dr., manchester.
$239,900
9821 LoG CaBin CoUrt, Ladue.
$1,149,000
6209 mardeL avenUe, St. Louis.
$229,900
8 LonG meadoWs Lane, Town & Country.
$2,220,000
14 BriarCLiFF, Ladue.
$1,100,000
9012 BridGePort avenUe, Brentwood.
$228,000
1 LittLe Lane, Ladue.
$1,700,000
3 andre drive, Des Peres.
$1,090,000
732 JUanita avenUe, Glendale.
$199,500
809 tara estates CoUrt tBB, Chesterfield.
250 South Brentwood, #1F, Clayton New Price. Offered at $225,000.
NEW CONSTRuCTION
$875,750
4386 West Pine, #1W, CWE Offered at $150,000.
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You Must See The Inside Of This 4,500 Square Foot Home Situated on 4+ acres in the heart of Ladue, this renovated home with four+ bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths has it all. The center hall with iron staircase opens to formal living room and formal dining room. Outstanding first-floor master suite with private office with fireplace, built-in bookcases, custom closets and new luxury bathroom with steam shower and tub. The updated kitchen shares a fireplace with the adjacent family room with a wall-of-windows and French doors that open to the sun-filled atrium room/breakfast room overlooking the park-like property. The second floor includes three additional bedroom suites and separate study with built-in bookcases. Great lower level with rec room, full bath, exercise room, handsome wine room and abundant storage. First-floor laundry, three-car garage, fenced mini orchard, raised organic beds for vegetables and tree house on private professionally landscaped lot.
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305 North Bemiston in Old Town Clayton
Perfect location at the end of a very private street in the heart of Ladue. This home has style, beginning with the elegant center hall plan for the formal rooms, and continuing with the extraordinary large everyday family spaces. There is a first floor master bedroom, a gourmet updated kitchen with granite counter tops, a fabulous breakfast nook with three exposures to the expansive backyard and incredible patios. The family room has three walls of windows overlooking the secluded back yard with tons of floor-to-ceiling windows, lots of built-in bookcases, a fireplace, and a wet bar. Three additional bedrooms found upstairs. Hardwood floors throughout.
The most anticipated condo, with the beautiful gardens, is here. Charming updated home includes an inviting 2-story entry, beautifully proportioned living and dining rooms and cozy den with custom cabinetry. Upstairs, you will find a master suite with stunning bath, two additional bedrooms, one currently used as an executive office, newer bath, utility room and plentiful Closet Co. closets. Custom woodwork throughout including deep moldings, paneling in den, bookcases, china cabinets and other decorative touches. The charming terrace with lush gardens lends itself to complete privacy. Oversized 3-car garage with extra storage.
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Imagine living on the 15th floor of the renovated landmark Chase Park Plaza. This residence offers and open floor plan with gourmet kitchen featuring granite countertops, Thermador stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, electric built-in oven and Danze plumbing features. Master bedroom with 2 walk-in closets and cove ceiling. Master bath offers a large seamless glass enclosed shower and double sink vanity. Large great room with wood floors, cove ceiling and large windows overlooking the bustling Central West End and downtown St. Louis skyline. Enjoy the many amenities of the Chase including rooftop terrace, dog park and more!
Charming house with updates and additions. Gracious entry opens to living room with fireplace and family room with bay window, wet bar, fireplace and powder room. Separate dining room/living room/family room and kitchen open to decks and brick terrace through glass French doors. Master bedroom suite features fireplace, 11’x9’ walk-in closet and bath. Two bedrooms and one bath on main level, upstairs a fabulous suite with bedroom, sitting room and playroom or artist’s studio. Stepping down from kitchen is a glowing sunroom with wet bar and half bath opening to pool area and lanai.
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Don’t miss this wonderful Glendale charmer with tons of curb appeal! This beautiful home has a large living room/dining room combination with a bay window and three bright bedrooms with a full hall bath plus a small half bath in one of the bedrooms. The updated kitchen opens to a family room which could also be used as a formal dining room. The lower level has another fabulous family room with natural light and a large second full bath. The lovely brick patio and level yard plus a darling screened gazebo add to the appeal. The current sellers have made so many improvements. New roof and HVAC in 2007 and much more!
Come see this spectacular condominium on the curve with gracious 1,500 sf terrace extension. Admire the breathtaking southeastern views, fountain and promenade. Exquisite finishes include 10’ ceilings; 8’ doors; Pella windows and doors; Brazilian cherry floors; office niche; built-in bookshelves/cabinets; fireplace with marble/wood surround; art niche; ample storage and recessed lights; indoor/outdoor speakers; professionally organized closets; master bedroom suite with his & her closets and elegant master bathroom; and high-end kitchen. Full compliment of Crescent amenities and services.
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LU M N I , ST U D E N TS A N D families gathered for food and fun at the second annual Taste of CBC to benefit Christian Brothers College High School. The event connects the entire CBC community with restaurants owned by or affiliated with CBC alumni and families. More than 350 people were in attendance to enjoy a wide variety of delicious offerings. The event, which also included a silent auction and raffle, was co-chaired by Jim Carroll and Tom Young.
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What’s being billed as the gala event of the summer takes place under the big top later this month: CIRCUS FLORA’s signature Flora Dora annual fundraiser will be held Saturday, May 31, under the big top adjacent to Powell Hall. Guests will be transported back to the sights and sounds of ancient Persia, and treated to a three-course dinner and one-night-only circus performance.
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Proceeds from the evening benefit Circus Flora’s outreach programs, including the year-round Clowns on Call program in two area hospitals, as well as the Share the Circus ticket donation program and the annual Community Circus Camps. For information about gala tickets and a limited number of ‘late night’ tickets, call Susan Mintz at 289-4043 or visit circusflora.org. Ladue News is a proud media sponsor of this year’s Flora Dora gala.
To celebrate the 800th birthday of the city’s namesake, LOUIS IX, the SAINT LOUIS ART MUSEUM has announced a special exhibition, Louis IX: King, Saint, Namesake, to open Aug. 29 and run through Nov. 2. The free, two-gallery exhibit will highlight exceptional art from the reign of Louis IX and later works inspired by him. Highlights from the first gallery include pages from the famed Morgan Library Picture Bible, a stellar example of Gothic manuscript illumination believed to have been commissioned by the king himself. The second gallery, which focuses on the life and legacy of Louis, features works of art depicting the celebrated 13th-century monarch from the 17th, 19th and 20th centuries. Louis IX’s birthday was commemorated on April 25.
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A major announcement from last month’s ARTrageous Gold Ball: Craft Alliance has changed its name to CRAFT ALLIANCE CENTER OF ART + DESIGN (CACAD) to better reflect its mission. The organization, now in its 50th year, serves approximately 60,000 people a year. It works to reveal the power of craft through programming that uncovers its unique qualities, as well as its evolving role and potential for innovation.
An eighth-grader at Ladue Middle School has been recognized as an outstanding volunteer. SARAH EISENMAN was one of only two youth volunteers in the state to be awarded The Prudential Spirit of Community Award. Sarah delivered more than 1,000 donated books and created a reading room for HavenHouse St. Louis, which provides accommodations for those who travel to St. Louis for medical treatment. As an honoree, Sarah received $1,000 and an all-expensepaid trip to Washington, D.C., to participate in national recognition events. Way to go, Sarah!
GATEWAY TO HOPE has announced the recipients of its 2014 Caplin-Schuh Visionary Awards. They are BOSOM BUDDIES, FRIENDS FOR LIFE and MISSOURI PROFESSIONALS MUTUAL. The awards, named after Gateway to Hope co-founders DRS. DAVID CAPLIN and MARLYS SCHUH, honors those who have pioneered innovation, fostered the spirit of hope and empowered positive change in the lives of breast cancer patients. Honorees will be recognized during the organization’s fifth annual KaleidoHope gala on Sept. 27 at the Four Seasons Hotel.
THE SHELDON has unveiled the lineup for its 2014-2015 concert season, which features the likes of jazz pianist CHICK COREA, singer/songwriter MARTY STUART, Grammy Award-winning singer SUZY BOGGUSS and THE DIZZY GILLESPIE AFRO CUBAN EXPERIENCE. The season includes The Sheldon’s six signature series: Jazz at The Sheldon, Fantastic Folk, Sheldon Classics, Saturday Matinees, Coffee Concerts and Peter Martin Music: Live. Tickets will be available by subscription beginning May 12. Call 533-9900 or visit TheSheldon.org for more information.
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IDS AND THEIR FAMILIES FROM ST. Louis—and around the world—turn to St. Louis Children’s Hospital when they’re sick. And the reasons why are plentiful, says Dr. Brad Warner, the hospital’s surgeon-in-chief and a professor of surgery at Washington University School of Medicine. “We’re the largest pediatric surgery group in the region, and all of our surgeons are board-certified in pediatric surgery,” he says. “We provide some of the world’s most advanced medical technologies here, in a very caring and compassionate environment that puts the patient and their family first. We do a lot of things that are innovative, and I think we also do a great job in the more routine types of things, like hernias or appendicitis, or lumps and bumps.” As the only Level 1 pediatric trauma center
certified by the American College of Surgeons in Missouri or Illinois, the hospital treats cases of trauma from across the region. “We take care of the most routine and also the most extremely complex and serious traumas,” Warner says. Families from throughout the U.S. bring their children to St. Louis Children’s Hospital for management of inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease; as well as to the Fetal Care Center, which treats conditions ranging from abnormalities of the head, neck, heart and brain, to gastroschisis—an abdominal wall defect for which T.J. Oshie’s daughter was recently treated at the hospital, Warner says. “All of those things require multidisciplinary conferences, with input from various subspecialists all at once, to determine the optimal way to manage these children.” And patients come from around the world—
recently, from regions including the Dominican Republic and Liberia—for advanced surgery on the esophagus, as well as other conditions, Warner adds. Putting the patients first is a concept that is really taken to heart at the hospital, where Warner says, “The research that we’re doing really creates an environment where the children are exposed to the very finest treatment. We have an environment Continued on page 93
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acclaimed roles as a national health care advocate and starting the NAACP health initiatives. “We didn’t have a health program before her,” Gaskin notes. As the youngest-ever national board chair, Brock also starting the annual NAACP Leadership 500 Summit, which brings together young professionals from across the nation to advocate for civil rights, diversity and inclusion. “She is bringing young people to the table to be involved in the conversation of civil rights, and has taken the organization to greater heights,” Gaskin explains. Among additional honorees will be St. Louis Cardinals baseball legend Lou Brock and his wife, Rev. Jackie Brock. The couple will be recognized for their work with Old Newsboys Day, Lindenwood University, the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis and the Lou Brock Scholarship Foundation. “They always are graciously giving of their time and money,” Gaskin says. Ameren president and CEO Warner Baxter is another honoree who will be lauded for contributions to the community.
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needed in order to maintain the improvements. “We’ve grown as an organization; and today, we provide capital project management, maintenance, operations, visitors’ services, and education assistance to the city,” says Hoffarth. “We work in partnership.” COMMUNITY IMPACT: From the Boathouse to the Jewel Box, the Emerson Grand Basin to the Nathan Frank Bandstand, FPF has helped improve many of the landmark sites of St. Louis. Outside of architectural and landscaping work, FPF runs a number of programs, such as the Summer Youth Experience—which brings 60 Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis children to the park for outdoor enjoyment and education—and the Voyage of Learning Teachers’ Academy. This eight-day program is focused on training teachers to use Forest Park as an outdoor classroom, says Hoffarth. An estimated 70,000 students have been impacted by the program, which is in its 14th year. Additionally, FPF manages the park’s Dennis & Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center; and
ON THE BOARD: STEVEN FINERTY “I think it’s the focal point of St. Louis for most people,” says FPF board chairman Steven Finerty. “All economic levels mingle in the park. It has some of the greatest cultural institutions in the world, and they’re free. It almost has more open space than any other city park in the United States.” Finerty says that the Hat Luncheon has an amazing turnout, and that it is the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year. “It’s a great way to 28
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WHAT/WHEN/WHERE: 2014 LEFFINGWELL HAT LUNCHEON, JUNE 5, 11:15 A.M., WORLD’S FAIR PAVILION IN FOREST PARK Grab a hat and head to the park! “This is a great way to be together with about 1,100 of your closest friends at the World’s Fair Pavilion,” says Hoffarth. “We have great prizes; there are secret judges in the crowd during the reception who are looking for the best hats in different categories.” HOW TO GET INVOLVED: For more information, call 367-7275 or visit forestparkforever.org.
offers themed tours, which include topics such as bird watching, wildflower recognition and park history. “When you take the time to get to know this park, you can’t help but fall in love with it,” Hoffarth says.
celebrate what we have in St. Louis and Forest Park Forever, and it’s a great way to see a lot of people mingle at a big social event who may not go to a lot of social events.” Finerty is a principal at Moneta Group and is chairman of Argent Capital Management. His nonprofit work extends beyond his involvement with FPF, as he serves as chairman for the St. Louis Symphony Endowment Trust, and is involved with the Saint Louis Zoo Association, John Burroughs School, and other area organizations.
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MISSION: Ten million dollars—that’s approximately how much it costs annually to maintain St. Louis’ crown jewel, says Forest Park Forever (FPF) president and executive director Lesley Hoffarth. By providing volunteers, monetary contributions and general support, FPF is able to take on some of the responsibility of Forest Park and work together with the City of St. Louis to maintain and improve the beloved area. HISTORY: Since its inception, FPF has worked alongside the City of St. Louis to better Forest Park. “We were founded in 1986 by a group of people sitting around the kitchen table saying, We have great childhood memories of the park, we hate that it’s falling apart—let’s do something about it,” says Hoffarth. The deterioration had come after many years of deferred maintenance. At its start in 1876, the park was advertised as a way to get out of the city. The area was used—and largely cleared—for the 1904 World’s Fair; Hoffarth says that the park is, in a way, still recovering from the Fair because of this clear-cutting, and most of the trees seen now were planted after the Fair. The next major changes came from park commissioner Dwight Davis, who Hoffarth says brought recreation to the park through activities like golf and tennis. Then, during an approximate 50-year period of decline, the park began to fall apart. “It looked like a very sad, tired, one-time-beautiful place,” Hoffarth says. So FPF stepped in to help. One hundred million dollars later, the ‘Restoring the Glory’ campaign brought some of the park’s icons back to life, wrapping up in 2003. After rebuilding much of the park, in partnership with the city, FPF decided to stay after realizing it would be
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Friday 2 15th annual SUNSET AT THE SHELDON WINE TASTING to benefit Sheldon Educational Programs, sheldonconcerthall.org.
Friday 2 – Saturday 3 19th annual ST. LOUIS MICROFEST at Forest Park in the Upper Muny Parking Lot to benefit Lift for Life Gym, stlmicrofest.org.
Saturday 3 BAND TOGETHER at the Randall Gallery to benefit the National Council of Jewish Women-St. Louis Section, ncjwstl.org.
12th annual BLUE JEAN BALL at the World’s Fair Pavilion to benefit Sherwood Forest Camp, sherwoodforestcamp.com.
Sunday 4 Fourth annual CELEBRATING SUCCESS FASHION SHOW at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis to benefit Lift for Life Academy, liftforlifeacademy.org. DERBY BRUNCH 2014 at the Magic Chef Mansion to benefit St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation, standrews1.com.
Tuesday 6 GIVE STL DAY, stlgives.org.
Wednesday 7 GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT at Sweetology to benefit Girls in the Know, girlsintheknow.org. WHAT’S RIGHT WITH THE REGION! AWARDS 2014 at The Sheldon Concert Hall to benefit FOCUS St. Louis, focus-stl.org.
Thursday 8 AN EVENING WITH ELAINE VIETS at Left Bank Books to benefit the Animal House Fund Cat Shelter, animalhousefund.org.
10th anniversary JOE BUCK CELEBRITY BEE at Wings of Hope Airplane Hangar to benefit KidSmart, back2schoolwithjoebuck.kidsmartstl.org.
Friday 9 20th annual THE SKY IS THE LIMIT LUNCHEON at Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark to benefit the Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club, mathews-dickey.com.
Saturday 10 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society — Gateway Chapter’s second annual BLOOD CANCER CONFERENCE at West Port Lakeside Chalet, lls.org. DIAMONDS & DENIM at The Boatworks at the Loading Dock to benefit Beverly Farm’s Equestrian Therapy Program, beverlyfarm.org. 20th annual GOLF FOR LUPUS AND JUVENILE ARTHRITIS TOURNAMENT at Norman K. Probstein Golf Course to benefit Saint Louis University Division of Rheumatology’s Lupus and Juvenile Arthritis Research, lupus.slu.edu.
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The 10th annual EVENING OF HOPE at The Sheldon Concert Hall to benefit the Hope Center for Neurological Disorders, hopehappens.org. FLOWER POWER at the Piper Palm House benefiting Tower Grove Park, 771-4465. FOREST PARK UNCORKED at the World’s Fair Pavilion to benefit the Young Friends of Forest Park Forever,
DERBY DAY SOIREE 2014 at Cedar Lake Cellars to benefit Therapeutic Horsemanship, derbydaystl.org.
Women of Achievement 2014 Luncheon vice-chair Karen Castellano and chair Judy Harris with WOA president Nanci Bobrow and VP Joni Karandjeff
Annual DINNER WITH THE STARS at Peabody Opera House to benefit Variety the Children’s Charity, varietystl.org.
2014 WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT LUNCHEON at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis, woastl.org.
Annual DREAM GALA at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch to benefit JDRF, stl.jdrf.org. Sixth annual SHOOT FOR A CURE at Strathalbyn Farms Club to benefit The Friends of the Saint Louis University Liver Center, friendsoftheslulc.org.
SCHNUCK MARKETS INC. 75TH ANNIVERSARY GALA at The Chase Park Plaza to benefit Operation Food Search, schnucks.com/anniversary.asp.
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CAKE Photo courtesy of Sweetology; WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT and forest park Photos by Sarah Crowder
CATWALK, COCKTAILS & CUPCAKES at Saks Fifth Avenue to benefit Friends of Wings, friendsofwings.org.
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LADUE 37 Magnolia $599,900 Renovated 2-story 4BR 3200 SF. Steven Mathes 314-993-8000
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UNIVERSITY CITY 7951 Teasdale $520,000 Classic 2-story w/upscale renovations. Maria Elias 314-993-8000
LADUE 9523 Park Lane $499,900 Outstanding 4BR renovation, fin LL. Steven Mathes 314-993-8000
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WINE, WOMEN & SHOES at Crowne Plaza St. Louis-Clayton to benefit the St. Louis Area Foodbank, winewomenandshoes.com.
GRANT AND RECOGNITION LUNCHEON at the Crowne Plaza Hotel St. LouisClayton to benefit the St. Louis Men’s Group Against Cancer, 428-4452.
Saturday 17 2014 SPRING GALA at St. Louis Union Station to benefit Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, opera-stl.org.
MAN & WOMAN OF THE YEAR GRAND FINALE at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society — Gateway Chapter, mwoy.org.
RELAY FOR LIFE OF WEST COUNTY at the Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School to benefit the American Cancer Society, relayforlife.org/stlouis.
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Inaugural SPIRIT OF MARYVILLE DINNER at Gander Dining Hall at Maryville University to benefit Maryville University, 529-6854. Annual BARK IN THE PARK at Cricket Field in Forest Park to benefit the Humane Society of Missouri Animal Cruelty Fund, hsmo.org/bark.
29th annual CASSIDY TURLEY/RMH GOLF TOURNAMENT & DINNER AUCTION at Meadowbrook Country Club to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis, rmhcstl.com.
IMAGINE GALA & AUCTION at Ameristar Casino Resort & Spa to benefit the St. Charles City-County Library Foundation, stchlibraryfoundation.org. 16th annual STEPS FOR HOPE in Creve Coeur Park to benefit Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis, cancersupportstl.org. UNDER ONE ROOF at Garfield School to benefit Peter & Paul Community Services, ppcsinc.org.
Sunday 18 JAY-CRAIG CELEBRITY BOWL at Flamingo Bowl to benefit Great Circle, jaycraigbowl.com.
CWE Association president Amy Howell and Central West End House Tour chair Frances Thompson
44th annual CENTRAL WEST END HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR to benefit the Central West End Association, thecwe.org.
Thursday 5 2014 LEFFINGWELL HAT LUNCHEON at the World’s Fair Pavilion to benefit Forest Park Forever, forestparkforever.org.
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Monday 19 Annual APDA GOLF CLASSIC IN MEMORY OF JACK BUCK at Algonquin Golf Club to benefit the American Parkinson Disease Association St. Louis Chapter, stlapda.org. GOLF TOURNAMENT at Meadowbrook Country Club to benefit Assistance League St. Louis, alstl.org. Flora Dora co-chairs Richard and Kathie Winter
Sing for Siteman co-chairs Kim Eberlein and Cheri Fromm
JARED COOK’S CELEBRITY GOLF SCRAMBLE at Old Hickory Golf Club to benefit Jared Cook’s Dreambuilders and Little Patriots Embraced, 615-535-3140.
Annual FLORA DORA GALA at the big top adjacent to Powell Hall to benefit Circus Flora, circusflora.org.
Fifth annual SING FOR SITEMAN at John Burroughs School to benefit the Siteman Cancer Center, opera-stl.org/singforsiteman.
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Board News
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Paraquad is pleased to welcome ADRIENNE DAWSON, ANGELA TATE and JIM ZAITZ to its board of directors. ZELLA WILLIAMS, DR. DANIEL CUNEO and JAMES WESTBURY all have been sworn in to the Special School District of St. Louis County’s board of education. Cuneo was elected president. JAN GOODMAN was elected VP. JOHN KOEPER was elected secretary. DREY COOLEY has been elected treasurer of the Federal Bar Association, Missouri Chapter. Cooley practices in areas of white-collar criminal defense, complex business litigation and intellectual property at Capes, Sokol, Goodman & Sarachan, P.C.
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Aquinas Institute of Technology has appointed REV. MARK WEDIG, DEE JOYNER, DAVID WENZEL and CHARLES LATOUR to its board of trustees. JESSICA MENDEZ has been named general counsel to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan St. Louis. Mendez is an attorney in Armstrong Teasdale’s Intellectual Property practice group and will serve the organization’s board on a pro-bono basis.
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The St. Louis County NAACP will host its 76th annual Freedom Fund Leadership Dinner on June 3 at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. This year’s theme is ‘All In for Freedom & Equality.’ The reception starts at 5:30 p.m., and dinner will follow at 6:45 p.m. Purchase tickets on the organization’s website or by calling 389-1552. Pictured: John Gaskin, Tim Fitch, Vince Tramelli.
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Capping Off an Amazing Year! Congratulations to Maryville University Graduates and Their Families Maryville University President Mark Lombardi, PhD, will confer degrees to more than 1,000 students this weekend as the University celebrates its 141st commencement on Saturday, May 3, at The Family Arena in St. Charles, Mo. Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prizewinning author and contributing editor at TIME, will deliver the commencement address and receive an honorary doctorate. The event marks the close of another remarkable academic year, during which U.S. News & World Report named Maryville the No. 1 Overperforming University in the nation for the second consecutive year. With a career placement rate of 94 percent, Maryville is proud of the achievements of its graduates and their families. A strong and steady presence with 17,000 alumni living, working and volunteering in the area, Maryville University will be a vibrant part of the St. Louis region for many years to come.
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I AM HERE TO SAY THIS IS THE GREATEST ERA IN CARDINALS HISTORY. have ever had. Randal Grichuk, Stephen Piscotty and Oscar Taveras all could hit in the big leagues right now. The Cardinals are so deep that there really is nowhere to play them, not now or in the near future. Matt Holliday is under contract for two more years with a club option for a third year. He is still really productive, too. The team has two centerfielders; and Allen Craig in right—if he’s right—could be their best offensive player. Kolten Wong could be a star, Matt Adams is on his way to being a star and Matt Carpenter already is a star. And there is no organization that comes close to the Cardinals in terms of pitching: To have Joe Kelly, Lance Lynn, Shelby Miller, Wacha, Martinez and Rosenthal all 26 and under is an embarrassment of riches.
Game On! Cardinals Edition BY FRANK CUSUMANO
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IDS TODAY ARE SPOILED. WHEN I was growing up, the Cardinals went without a post season from 1969 ’til 1982. The Cardinals have been to the post-season 10 times since the year 2000. Kids expect it. They think if the Cardinals are not playing baseball in October, there must be something wrong. I am here to say this is the greatest era in Cardinals history. If you factor in the present, the future and the Busch Stadium experience, this is the best it’s ever been. The Present I think when this roster is healthy, it’s actually better than last year’s World Series team. You are better at shortstop, third base and center field.
Your starting staff is better because you have Michael Wacha for a full season. Your bullpen will be better because of the return of Jason Motte to go along with Trevor Rosenthal and Carlos Martinez. You have more speed. You will have better defense at second, third and center. They may not win quite as many games as last year because the schedule is more difficult playing the American League East. However, this will be a better team in October. I mean, you may have Jhonny Peralta, hitting 20 homers, batting seventh. Instead of bringing Pete Kozma off the bench, it could be Mark Ellis. Jon Jay is a lifetime 0.292 hitter and he may not be good enough to start. The Future Cards GM John Mozeliak told me the other day that their outfield in Memphis is the best they
The Busch Experience Have you been to Ballpark Village? It may have taken eight years, but it was worth the wait. The rooftop seats make you feel like you are in the ball park. No other city in the country has anything like it. You throw in Paddy O’s and the other fine establishments around Busch, and you feel like you’re at an SEC football game. It’s a little different than in the ’70s where you would go to the game, watch it played on astro-turf in a sterile stadium and then go home afterwards. The phrase, Best Fans in Baseball, is thrown around a great deal. Who knows if it’s true? But Cardinals fans should be. I mean, if you have this kind of history, this kind of future and this kind of baseball experience, you likely should be supporting your team better than any fans in baseball.
MY ALL-TIME CARDINALS TEAM Catcher: Ted Simmons Third Base: Scott Rolen Shortstop: Ozzie Smith Second Base: Rogers Hornsby First Base: Albert Pujols Left Field: Lou Brock Centerfield: Jim Edmonds Right Field: Stan Musial Pitcher: Bob Gibson Manager: Whitey Herzog
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FOX SPORTS MIDWEST LIVE! Termed the ‘living room’ of the house that is Ballpark Village, FOX Sports Midwest Live! opens to a twostory atrium where guests can sit and drink, dine or enjoy live entertainment on the stage. Don’t Miss: • A fully retractable roof offers an open-air experience on nice days while protecting from the elements • Watch an away game from the second-floor mezzanine for a stadium-like experience • Live pre- and post-game analysis for Fox Sports Midwest is broadcast from the second-floor studio.
PHOTOS BY SARAH CROWDER
The long wait is over and Ballpark Village—a dream concocted by the Cardinals during the construction of the new Busch Stadium—finally is reality. We toured the facility with Chase Martin, development director for The Cordish Companies (which developed it in partnership with the Cardinals) to give you the inside scoop on its can’t-miss features. And this is just the first phase of development—stay tuned for office, hotel and residential plans to expand the project in upcoming years.
BUDWEISER BREWHOUSE With various areas designed to fit any crowd’s mood—from lunch to dinner, game day or latenight drinks—the Budweiser Brewhouse constitutes one of Ballpark Village’s flagship tenants. Don’t Miss: • This one-of-a-kind project was designed by Anheuser-Busch. Unique features—such as an AB emblem in the outdoor beer garden, taken from a historic ice house in Earth City—are reminders of the company’s St. Louis roots. • The first-floor restaurant serves upscale pub fare, but don’t be fooled. Yes, you can get your burger and fries, but also keep an eye out for fish tacos, tuna tartare and other unexpected offerings. • To keep your party’s momentum going after eating, visit the second-floor lounge.
CARDINALS NATION Get your Cardinals fix while dining surrounded by team memorabilia, or enjoy one of three patios or two bars with plenty of flat-screen TVs tuned to the game. Don’t Miss: • On the second floor, visit Cardinals greats like Dizzy Dean and Stan the Man in the team’s first-ever Hall of Fame, then see authentic team artifacts in the adjoining museum. • For an all-inclusive experience, snag one of 334 seats in the AT&T Rooftop overlooking the stadium. You know that big hole in the stadium’s outfield? This is what that was designed for: “We viewed the stadium as incomplete until we were done here—it was like a smile without a tooth,” Martin says.
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• Feel like you’re in the stadium when you watch the game from the thirdfloor Budweiser Brewhouse Deck.
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HAVING GROWN UP IN ST. LOUIS, I HAD A STRANGE FEELING the first time I lived out of town. Something was missing…Then finally it hit me—it was the Cardinals gear! (And it didn’t help that I found myself in Chicago.) But never you worry—we found some great ways to show your team pride, courtesy of the Official Cardinals Team Store at Busch Stadium.
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4) Bang the Drum Slowly I’m not much for tear-jerkers, but this stirring film about the bond between a high-powered pitcher and his best friend, a slow-witted catcher (newcomer Robert De Niro) who is dying of Hodgkin’s disease, is inspiring. 5) The Rookie This selection may be met with raised eyebrows; if so, then you haven’t seen it. Dennis Quaid stars as a high-school science teacher and coach who loses a bet with his team and tries out to play in the majors—as a 35-year-old rookie.
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Rounding out the top 10: Gehrig, who died of ALS at age 37. 6) Moneyball Lots of Oscar nods for this charming movie about the mathematics of the game. 7) Major League For hockey, it’s Slapshot; for football, it’s The Replacements; for baseball, it’s Major League. 8) The Pride of the Yankees Tear-jerker No. 2. This is the incredible, moving story of Yankees legendary first baseman Lou
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AS SUMMER APPROACHES, THE DESIRE TO TRAVEL TO EXOTIC DESTInations takes over. This season, designers have capitalized on the ‘global wanderer’ spirit: ethnic prints and inspired accessories are everywhere. So whether you’re dreaming of the Arizona desert, an African safari or a journey to Mumbai, these pieces will give you a taste of a far-away land right here in the Midwest. Show Me Your Mumu top, $120, Cha Boutique Joie shorts, $178, Neiman Marcus
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LOOKING FOR THAT WEAR-EVERYWHERE-WITH-EVERYTHING summer earring? Sarah Briggs has designed the perfect one. Her intricate disc earring has a low-key Bohemian vibe that pairs fabulously with jeans or a cocktail dress. Made of 14-karat goldfill and semi-precious stones and available in two sizes, the disk earring has been the line’s top-seller for six years— likely due to her huge celebrity following (Jessica Biel, Reese Witherspoon and Oprah are fans, to name a few). And at less than $100 for a pair, there’s no excuse not to add these to your summer jewelry rotation.
THE VERY COLORFUL 1980S CONTINUES TO INSPIRE FASHION, AND the sunglasses market is no exception. A rainbow of rims is the trend for summer, so brighten up your look with sunnies in a bold hue. Colored Sunglasses House of Harlow, $125, Ivy Hill $20, Elegant Readers Tom’s, $98, Cha Boutique Ray Ban, $160, Neiman Marcus $20, Elegant Readers $475, Erker’s Fine Eyewear Tory Burch, $149, Neiman Marcus Miu Miu, $315, Neiman Marcus $290, Erker’s Fine Eyewear
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NEW LOCATION FOR CITY SPROUTS AFTER FIVE YEARS AT its last location, local children’s store City Sprouts has moved from the Delmar Loop to the Colonial Marketplace. “I love how bright and airy it is—we have some wonderful skylights, so it’s very open,” says owner Molly Curlee of the new location. “We’re able to mechandize our clothing better…because we have the wall space to do it.” City Sprouts no longer will carry strollers or car seats, but Curlee says the shop will stock more clothing, including attire for pre- and early-teens by fall 2014. In this new store, customers should expect “more brands made in the United States, and hard-to-find clothing brands that are only available in a few select boutiques in the U.S.” City Sprouts currently is celebrating its ninth birthday, with the ‘City Sprouts Birthday Celebration’ sale happening on May 2.
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ALSO COMING TO THE COLONIAL MARKETPLACE IS JEWELRY store YLANG YLANG, which will be relocating from Plaza Frontenac. This fine designer jewelry store will reside in the freestanding building of the Marketplace, with a private, soft-launch for clients, followed by a grand opening. “It feels like a house,” says owner Julie Ettinger. “It’s really going to be super-cute; we’ll have our patio with wrought iron gates and French doors.” Some changes to the store include additional product and price points; more exclusive bridal pieces; a ‘men’s room’ hang-out space with coffee bar, seating and television; and a private meeting room. YLANG YLANG plans to open its new location in summer 2014.
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CHERRY DRESSES AND THAT FAMOUS SALAD: TWO THINGS THE Woman’s Exchange is famous for. But beyond the tea room and darling garments, GM John Bantle says, is so much more. The Woman’s Exchange was created 130 years ago, with the mission of helping women who help themselves. Destitute women were encouraged to sell their handmade goods through the shop, giving them a chance to earn a livelihood and support their families. Today, the nonprofit works with approximately 150 needy consignors from across the country. Many consignors depend heavily on this income, Bantle says. “We have one lady in Tennessee who’s so poor she couldn’t even afford the postage to send us the stuff,” he says. “We would send her fabric and give her a prepaid postage envelope so she could send it back to us. People don’t know that while they paid $100 for a dress, a portion of that goes to help people.” Consignors also use their skills in the Woman’s Exchange kitchen. After the tea room closes for lunch, consignors are invited to use the kitchen to make baked goods, which are then sold in the store. Much of the boutique and kitchen is staffed by volunteers, who go to great lengths to help customers. “We had a lady who used to come in, and lives in Massachusetts now,” Bantle says. “All she’s been doing is asking her daughter when she’s going to the Exchange. So we overnighted her three Exchange salads. We will do anything for anybody to make them happy.” Store hours: Mon.-Fri.: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sat.: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tea room hours: Mon.-Sat.: 11:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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1. The Fabulous Foaming Face Wash ($22) from BLISS is the line’s best-selling cleanser for good reason: Soft, round exfoliator beads remove dirt and makeup, while calming the skin with soothing botanicals. Combine it with the Daily Detoxifying Facial Toner ($26) to soothe the skin and minimize pores. Available at Soft Surroundings.
2. Banish impurities and pamper the driest skin with GUERLAIN’s rich Secret de Purete Cleansing Cream ($71). Follow with Super Aqua Lotion ($52) for skin that’s radiant and velvety to the touch. Available exclusively at Dillard’s Galleria.
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IT’S HARD TO BELIEVE IT, BUT SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE! WE sat down with New York-based MAC senior makeup artist Gina Bettelli to talk about what’s exciting in the beauty world this season.
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What are some tips for getting perfect skin? Look at your face objectively. We fall into routines with our makeup. You have to look in the mirror and think, Is this the right color for me now? Is this moisturizer the right consistency? We change our shoes based on the weather; and our skin care products should change, too, or the skin can become dehydrated. For that time when winter is over, and summer isn’t quite here yet, MAC has Prep & Prime Pure Radiance, which is a great in-between product. It’s a hybrid primer with a tint of yellow in it. It helps oil control and also dehydration—which are two opposing things, and you wouldn’t think you could do both with one product. It was developed originally for Nigerian women in France, because a lot of products can turn their skin ashen, but it can be used for any skin tone. Another tip is to only use powder where you need it—not everywhere. Again, it’s about not getting stuck in a routine. What are some summer color trends? We’re seeing a lot of whimsical and sweet colors, which MAC is really playing up in its Playland collection. These colors have a real clarity— pure, raw color for that natural flush that you can’t achieve with muted colors. The other great thing is that they’re easy to apply in a feathery look with your fingertip, and you can wear them either very soft or build them up for a pop of color. Also, a little bit of gold can work for anybody—our Playland lipstick is a metallic gold that you can use to layer over those clear colors if you have lighter skin; or if you have a darker skin tone, it will be more natural, like a little bit of honey on the lips. How is doing a runway look different from something for daily wear? It’s funny, because in New York, I’ve noticed, the average woman probably wears less makeup than a woman in St. Louis. There, it’s all about the fashion, and the hair and makeup can be a little more played down. Here, there’s a little more interest in trying something different with the makeup, creating effects—not in a garish way, but a very approachable glamour. I wear a lot of makeup for someone in New York, but it’s actually on the softer end for someone in St. Louis. The women here want to look like they have made an effort, and I like that. Looks can be quite severe in fashion shows, because they’re always referencing a particular era—the ’70s or the ’20s, for example. When it comes to daily wear, your inspiration might be more topical—something you saw on a TV show or in a magazine. So there’s a different reference point for inspiration. Do you have any special makeup tricks? I find it’s helpful to match your foundation to your shoulder, as opposed to the wrist or hands. It’s a good in-between part of the body that gets just a little bit of sun, and it almost always is spot-on. Also, every woman needs a template to start out with—a good foundation, mascara and also a neutral, matte, peach-toned eye shadow. Then, you can accessorize with your makeup.
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By Blaise Hart-Schmidt
You may or may not have heard of Jovita Foster, Stephanie Leffler or Dr. Catherine Appleton, three women who are up-and-comers in the business world—but you should get used to hearing their names. Leading their industries with confidence, compassion and fierce determination, these powerhouses are transforming the future of their fields and quickly becoming some of St. Louis’ best. Jovita Foster, Armstrong Teasdale
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hen it comes to her professional future, Jovita Foster wants just one thing: more challenges. Foster already has created a successful career as an employment lawyer at Armstrong Teasdale. She started at the law firm as an intern, and has worked her way up to an ownership position. In addition to numerous awards and recognitions, Foster has attained several federal court summary judgments
for a wide range of clients. Foster describes herself as “tenacious, confident and optimistic,” but it’s taken a lot more to get where she is today, including having confidence. “The confident part is going into a situation and knowing that I’m capable of doing a wonderful job at this,” she says. “Knowing it and not having to have anyone to tell me that: I believe I’m one of the best in town. That came from a lot of hard work and slugging it out when I needed to slug it out, case by case, problem by problem, issue by issue.” As the chair of Armstrong Teasdale’s Diversity Committee, Foster is dedicated to giving women and minorities a better chance at success in the workplace. She says she’s proud to work for a firm that is invested in diversity and equality, though society still has room to improve. “I’m excited to be the one who crafts strategies and initiatives that our firm executes to increase diversity in our organization,” she says. “I really believe that if my daughter were to decide to practice law, she’s going to have a much better workplace than I have.” Foster suggests that women in the business world find criticism and advice wherever they can, but to develop their own road map to success, and do what is right for them. “My parents were great at teaching me to not
expect that the journey is going to be an easy one,” she says. “There are all sorts of challenges that everyone faces along the way in getting where they want to go. I’ve learned to be excited about the journey, and that in and of itself is worthwhile and fulfilling. If you can really enjoy that process, it makes for a very rewarding career and life.”
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tephanie Leffler is a problem solver, she says, “almost to a fault.” Leffler is the CEO and co-owner of CrowdSource, a local company that formed when Leffler and her business partner, Ryan Noble, created a better solution to a problem than anything else that existed. By using hundreds or even thousands of remote workers to complete tasks for clients, including Staples, Coca Cola and Target, CrowdSource is transforming the traditional hiring and employment process. The company is hardly Leffler’s first success: in 2006, Leffler and Noble sold their e-commerce company, MonsterCommerce, after it reached $20 million in sales. They then went on to create Juggle.com, which paved the way for CrowdSource. In its third year, CrowdSource, which is based in Swansea, Illinois, employs 50 team members and more than 200,000 remote workers. Leffler says she’s excited to be creating a new way of doing business. “We talk about what our platform does for companies, but what it does for individual workers is really powerful,” she says. “It’s an incredibly meritocracy, democratic system of work… Your connections and education don’t matter as long as you’re smart and you work hard and you choose tasks you’re capable of doing, and there’s tasks of all different levels in our system.” Leffler credits her success to a combination
“Whether it’s a job or your company, or you just want something, don’t give up.” of a lot of hard work and a bit of luck. Watching others succeed, she says, motivates her. While no one can know the future of CrowdSource, Leffler says she hopes the company will continue to grow as well as it has been, and will take it as far as it can go. Recently, Leffler gave a keynote speech to a group of young female scholarship winners. She gave them four pieces of advice: Learn to shake hands. Keep a to-do list. Use LinkedIn to network. And, most important, don’t give up. “Whether it’s a job or your company, or you just want something, don’t give up,” she says. “Maybe don’t keep coming at it the same way, but you’ll ultimately make it happen if you care enough and are willing to work hard enough.”
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rom very early on, Dr. Catherine Appleton says, she was interested in science. Her mother, a nurse, encouraged her to pursue her interests and become a doctor. In med school, Appleton says she really enjoyed whatever rotation she was studying at the time. “As I went through radiology training, I came to the conclusion that I wanted to sub-specialize,” she says. “Breast imaging is the perfect marriage for me between imaging, patient contact and procedures.” In her position as the chief of breast imaging at the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University (she’s also affiliated with Siteman Cancer Center and Barnes-Jewish Hospital), Appleton says she strives to be the best she can in whatever she’s doing. “Each mammogram I’m reading, each procedure I’m doing, each patient interaction I’m having, is critical to that patient,” she says. “You have to strive to be excellent at all times.” Appleton says she’s lucky to work at Washington University, and with mentors who have helped her along the way. But it wasn’t just superb mentorship that has taken her so far. “It was a lot of hard work,” she says. “There was a lot of hard work involved, and burning the candle
“I hope… to further advance the mission of breast cancer screening on a local and national level, and ... continue to put forth an intellectually and scientifically sound message that screening mammography is critically important to women.” at both ends. At the end of the day you’ve got to show up and do it.” Working in breast imaging can be difficult— Appleton says she often sees patients on the worst day of their lives. But she’s inspired by their spirit and determination to take on a diagnosis head-on. Her goal is to make a meaningful contribution to women’s health. “I hope… to further advance the mission of breast cancer screening on a local and
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Q&A with Stacey Brooks Delo of Maybrooks.com
WHEN STACEY BROOKS DELO HAD HER FIRST CHILD IN 2010, she also had two college degrees, more than a decade of work experience and a successful career as a reporter and producer for The Wall Street Journal Digital Network in tow. But she found that in order to be a good employee and a good mom, she needed more job flexibility. So, she was able to negotiate her work hours down to three days a week. While it was an ideal situation for her family, she wondered what other working moms do when faced without an answer to this work-life balance issue. After searching for resources and coming up short, she decided to leave her job in 2012 and launch Maybrooks. com: an online community where smart moms find flexible jobs, get inspired and connect with each other. To find out more about Maybrooks.com and how Delo juggles her work and family commitments, LN recently spoke via phone with her from her San Francisco home—where the tiny voices of her almost 4-year-old daughter, Rory, and 2-year-old son, Toby, could be heard murmuring in the background as she worked. Describe how Maybrooks.com works. Our goal is to be the go-to resource for women looking for highend, meaningful, flexible job opportunities. The site is organized into three main sections that allow for that to happen and also allow for employers to find qualified candidates. On our site, 50 percent of women have graduate degrees and six to 20 years of work experience across all industries and expertises. How can moms navigate the site? The site is easy to navigate: You can search for flexible jobs, and you can get inspired by other working moms—we spotlight lots of great moms who have very interesting careers. It also encourages women to connect, and share ideas and resources. It’s all about finding jobs, getting inspired and connecting. What other tools does the site offer moms? We created an interesting tool where, if moms who are looking for jobs and know it to be a good, flexible job for another mom, we post it so another mom can see it. It goes back to our tagline: Where smart Moms help each other find flexible careers. We want women to have the power to help each other and this tool allows them to do that.
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I FEEL LIKE I GREW UP WITH A GREAT WORKING-MOM MODEL. FROM THE TIME WHEN I WAS 10, SHE WORKED, AND I GREW UP WITH THAT BEING WHAT I KNEW AND UNDERSTOOD WAS POSSIBLE. SHE WAS A FLEXIBLE ROLE MODEL FOR ME AND MY SISTER, WHO ALSO WORKS A FULL-TIME JOB. STACEY BROOKS DELO, Maybrooks.com
What is the significance of the Maybrooks name? The company is named after my great-grandmother, who went to work during the Great Depression out of necessity, and then worked for 35 years because she loved working. We wanted to name the site after someone inspirational because some women work because they want to, and some women work because they have to. What challenges do today’s working moms face, and how does Maybrooks help? In many cases—for women who want to work—it’s being able to find the right fit at the right time, where they are able to contribute in a meaningful way to companies without feeling the guilt of not being at home as a mom. The guilt is the biggest challenge we see, that’s why every company on our site has to answer the question: What makes this job mom-friendly? It creates trust between the person and those looking to hire. We know a lot of (mom-friendly) companies exist, and we want to be able to tell that story on our platform. How do you personally juggle a career and motherhood? It’s really about defining the boundaries that work for you and holding true to them. So, I schedule meetings between drop-off and pick-up of the kids—I call it the bus-stop gig. And I’m back online at night after everyone goes to bed. I think that the juggle is really about being very clear about what works for you and your family. Did you have a working mom? I feel like I grew up with a great working-mom model. From the time when I was 10, she worked, and I grew up with that being what I knew and understood was possible. She was a flexible role model for me and my sister, who also works a full-time job. Probably a large part of why I wanted to start the site was because I’d seen how it could work. (Editor’s note: Delo, who grew up in St. Louis, is the daughter of Sherry Delo of Delo Advisors.) What is your advice to working moms and those heading back into the workforce? Have comfort in knowing that there are companies that want to hire you, and want to benefit from the experience and talent that you bring to the table. There are great opportunities out there for you. What we’re finding is that women are so highly educated, really want to contribute—and sometimes need to financially contribute— to their families, and they also want to be good moms. There’s a way to do that, and Maybrooks can be a resource to help you get there.
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STEFFANI LAUTENSCHLAGER has been named director of development at City Academy. Most recently, Lautenschlager served as director of development at Washington University’s Olin Business School. PAT PLUMLEY has joined Doorways Interfaith AIDS Housing and Services as CPO. Doorways provides residential care and assistance to those affected by HIV/AIDS.
BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT
Prudential Alliance Realtors is pleased to welcome MARGO BEGLEY to its newly created position of creative director. Begley joined the company seven years ago as a realtor. BRENDA FINKE has joined the Jewish Family & Children’s Service as director of finance and business. Finke will manage all of the organization’s financial and administrative functions.
Abeles and Hoffman, P.C. has hired BRITT BOOKER and KELLI HOLLAND as accountants. St. Louis Community College-Wildwood welcomes GWENDOLYN VERHOFF as a history instructor. Verhoff previously taught at Washington University and St. Louis Community College-Meramec.
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MISTY WATSON has joined Danna McKitrick, P.C. as a principal. Watson’s practice will focus on estate planning, probate and trust administration and guardianships/conservatorships. Steffani Lautenschlager
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JESSICA ORSA has been promoted to chief recruiting officer for the Northwestern Mutual office in Clayton. Orsa has worked at the company since 2009. ROBYN HADLEY has been named associate vice chancellor and director of the John B. Ervin Scholars Program at Washington University. Hadley previously served as the founder and executive director of the What’s After High School? program, and has been recognized by both the White House and U.S. Department of Education.
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Consulting firm The Rome Group has welcomed ELIZABETH GEORGE as a senior consultant. George will assist the firm’s nonprofit clients with planning, development strategy and counsel. Thanks to her research on the genetic and environmental influences that contribute to addiction and other psychiatric disorders, DR. LAURA JEAN BIERUT has been named the alumni endowed professor of psychiatry at Washington University School of Medicine. Gladys and Henry Crown Center for Senior Living has named LAURA GREENBERG as its new volunteer coordinator. She has previously served as president of The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ volunteer board and in the cultural arts department at the Jewish Community Center. JULIA FLOOD is the new artistic director at Metro Theater Company. She brings more than 30 years of experience in the arts as a producer, director, playwright, actor and teacher.
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Renaissance Financial has welcomed financial adviser VICTORIA BOLTON to its team. Bolton graduated from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. SARA KRENSKI has joined Pedal the Cause as the organization’s new director of marketing and communications. Krenski also is co-owner of Basic Training, Inc., a military-style exercise class offered throughout St. Louis. The Friendship Villages has appointed KATE MYERS as director of the Friendship Fund. Myers will split her time between the Sunset Hills and Chesterfield campuses, initiating plans to enhance and grow the fund.
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MARY KAY WIESEHAN VP Mari de Villa Retirement Community 13900 Clayton Road, 636-227-5347, maridevilla.com “Mari de Villa has been serving St. Louis families for more than 54 years, and we’ve established a facility that gives seniors excellent care with dignity. Our goal is not to fit our guests into rigidly established patterns, but to mold our facilities to the changing needs of residents.”
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JAMIE O’BRIEN and KATHY O’BRIEN Co-owners O’Brien Pool 521-4151, obrien pool.com “Our team at O’Brien Swimming Pool has become a family during our 29 years in business; it’s important that we enjoy what we do so we can share that with our customers. We are dedicated to providing our customers with peace of mind and time to enjoy their pool. At O’Brien, we always want to exceed our customers’ expectations!”
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JOANNA JONESRAYMOND Marketing director Friendship Village 15201 Olive Blvd., 636373-7721; 12503 Village Circle Drive, 667-4583; friendshipvillagestl.com “Prize innovation and integration. In business, I’m most passionate about pushing operations forward and finding ways for staff to connect across departments for an improved brand experience.”
SUSAN HAIS Divorce attorney Hais, Hais, Goldberger & Lambson 222 S. Central Ave. Ste. 600, 862-1300, hhgl-law.com “My business philosophy is to work as hard as I can to give my clients the best value possible, and to be creative— problems can be solved by thinking outside of the box. And never, never be intimidated by bullies, or allow my clients to be bullied.”
JENNY RAUSCH President Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath 2715 Mercantile Drive, 645-6545, karrbick.com “It seems cliché, but I keep people around me who are smarter than I am. I constantly seek out intelligent people to draw inspiration from. I try to look as far into the future as I can; and when there’s a bump in the road, I just roll over it. I can’t control the world, and I have to remember that.”
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By Dr. Joseph Kahn
y daughter and son-inlaw recently took a trip and generously gave my wife and me the opportunity to babysit their three children: ages 2, 4 and 6. This was a fun, but exhausting, experience. There’s a reason that people in their 60s don’t have really young children! It was during our time with them that we were reminded how important sleep is to all of us. Sleep (or lack of it) and problems getting kids to experience it, is critically important to the child and to everyone else living in the home. There’s a link between sleep, fatigue and a child’s behavior. Adults with fatigue may act tired and have no energy. But often, when children are tired, they act just the opposite with extreme behaviors and excess energy. How much sleep a child needs is age-dependent. Even then, it can vary within the age group. Some adults function with six hours of sleep nightly,
while some barely make it on eight to nine hours. It’s the same with children. Babies sleep irregularly because their internal clocks are immature and undeveloped. Most newborns sleep about 16 to 20 hours daily. The sleep of a baby is generally regulated by her appetite. A baby will wake when hungry—often every two to three hours for the first few weeks of life, and then every four to five hours for weeks thereafter. By the age of 3 months, about 90 percent of babies sleep a consistent five- or six-hour stretch. Some suggestions for helping your baby sleep include observing him for signs of fatigue. You’ll
learn how to tell when your baby is ready for a nap or bedtime based on observed repeated behaviors like fussing, eye-rubbing, etc. Put your baby in the crib when he’s drowsy but still awake. Learning to go to bed and fall asleep while still awake is a difficult but necessary task. Always place your baby to sleep on his back with his face away from blankets and soft items. By 6 months, an infant may have established regular nap and sleep patterns. Remember, babies are restless sleepers and often arouse for brief Continued on page 93
Dr. Joseph Kahn is president of Mercy Kids (mercykids.org), an expansive network of pediatric care dedicated to meeting the needs of every child, every day.
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Lower School principal Margaret Karl says the greenhouses will continue to be used during the next school year. “We have just had so much fun with the greenhouses, and tying them into cross-curricular programs,” she says. “We still want to get more involved in teaching our children [that] they can take things they grow right to the table.” The end of the year means the conclusion of many other projects, as well. For example, Karl notes that fifth- and first-grade students have been working together on books, which they soon will put together and bind. “They will have a day when they will share the books with us,” says Karl. A student-family pancake breakfast also is planned before the school year ends on May 23. Enrollment is still open for the 2014-2015 school year. For more information, call 625-9100 or visit visitationacademy.org. 66
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STARTED TALKING TO MY KIDS ABOUT their college education about a week after they were born. OK, that is a bit of exaggeration, but it is not too far from the truth. Education is important to any new parent, and I spent my 30s having children and pursuing graduate studies. During that decade of my life, my own education and my children’s future consumed my thoughts. Parents have a huge influence on their kids, and children will adopt family ideals if Mom and Dad share their beliefs. Therefore, I recommend that college conversations begin when the little one enters pre-school. The purpose of these higher education dialogues, however, should not be about where to attend; rather, parents should share their college experiences, talk about the importance of education, and explain how some careers—such as being a doctor or a teacher—require many years
of school. Setting the stage for lifelong learning begins in the early years. Serious conversations about attending college should start during seventh and eighth grade. In fact, it is best to prepare for life after high school before the first high-school bell rings. Talk with your eager adolescent about choosing college preparatory classes, participating in community service and developing personal talents. With the right encouragement, a child could easily develop a passion that guides him to future educational and life goals. In ninth grade, the college indoctrination
process truly begins. Students take standardized tests, complete interest inventories, and participate in initial meetings with their guidance counselor. These exploratory steps pave the way to junior year when students and families should become motivated about researching their options. There are more than 9,000 colleges and universities, and even the most organized student will benefit from parental assistance. Don’t, however, be the over-involved ‘helicopter’ mom who hovers over every move or the ‘talent-scout’ dad who tries to brand their teenager and broker the best deal. It’s more important to ask your maturing child the right questions, listen, and be supportive. Size truly matters. More relationally oriented individuals tend to prefer the intimate classroom environment of a smaller campus. These schools Continued on page 93
Prior to going into private practice as a psychotherapist and learning disabilities specialist, Russell Hyken, Ph.D., Ed.S, M.A., LPC, NCC, worked for more than 15 years as an English teacher, school counselor and school administrator. Visit him online at ed-psy.com.
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Q&A with Thad Falkner, head of school
What sets The Wilson School apart? Any great school makes sure that what students experience is as best as can be imagined. The most powerful experience for students comes from teachers. We have an unusual commitment to professional development through time and resources. We outpace the average expenditures recommended by the National Association of Independent Schools by at least two to three times every year. That is partially spent on sending teachers to conferences and seminars, but also by having our teachers spend time in schools of best practice. We invest in our teachers, and see the outcome of that investment in our students.
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What’s your favorite Wilson tradition? Every day is great at Wilson, but graduation really comes to mind. It shows students who have experienced a Wilson education and the families we’ve partnered with. Our students each deliver a graduation speech, and we see how they have worked with teachers, crafting his or her voice. The significance of their experience with teachers, friends and the life of the school always is unique and touching. We also see how poised they are, as well as their appreciation for the teachers and parents for helping them. Their gratitude shows a higher level of maturity and attitude. They are prepared for secondary school and are looking forward to that; but selfishly, I like that they are going to miss us, too. What would people be surprised to learn about Wilson? Our international population is very robust; about 25 percent of our families have at least one parent born outside of the U.S. We represent a population that reaches 23 countries and counting. We might be a small school, but everything we do is through a world view. Mission Statement: To prepare students for success in an ever-changing world, our exceptional educators combine classic and innovative methods within a warm, nurturing environment.
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Taking a break from the pool to help others, members and coaches of the Westminster Christian Academy girls swim team volunteered at Sunshine Ministries. The crew assisted the organization’s directors in relocating to a new building two blocks away.
St. Louis Symphony Musicians and STAGES St. Louis artists worked with students at Shaw Visual and Performing Arts and the Litzsinger School as part of a 14-week residency focused on Peter and the Wolf. Students learned about storytelling through movement and music, and attended a live performance of the show at Powell Hall.
During Roar Week, a combination of Spirit Week and Mission Week, students at Rosati-Kain High School raised more than $2,500 and 15 boxes of baby care items, clothes, diapers and food for Saint Louis Crisis Nursery. Pictured: Emily Nelson, Charlotte McClure and Alex Holzum
Members of the Ladue Garden Club recently presented City Academy with a donation that will make it possible for students to plant fruit trees on the school’s campus. City Academy is the only private, independent elementary school in St. Louis that provides scholarship support to 100 percent of admitted students. Pictured: Diane Kerckhoff, Steffani Lautenschlager and Karen McFarland
Sixth-grade students at Wydown Middle School worked with artist in residence Robert Fishbone to design and paint a mural on the wall between the school’s art classrooms. The design of the mural is based on the Oscar Wilde quote, Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. The students created life-size self portraits that will be affixed to the wall once the painting is complete.
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Home-Remedied I T’S SPRING, AND THE SNEEZING HAS begun. But you don’t have to suffer: A number of home remedies and complementary therapies can help relieve mild seasonal allergy symptoms. Although severe allergies often require medical intervention, “Some studies have shown that some of the home remedies and alternative therapies do provide relief in some patients,” says Dr. Michael Borts of the Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Care Center. Borts also is a board member for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation St. Louis Chapter. “If symptoms are mild, they can replace other over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription medication in some patients.” Dr. Jason Wibbenmeyer of Innovative Health Partners is a chiropractor offering integrative therapies, such as Chinese medicine, acupuncture, clinical nutrition and homeopathy. He often advises allergy patients to try a combination of hands-on treatment and home remedies. “The thing to look out for is that some natural remedies for allergies contain herbs,”
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Wibbenmeyer says. “While herbs are very effective to help treat something like allergies, herbs act on a medicinal level, and you want to consult your natural health physician to reduce drug interactions. Saying this, I see several patients slowly replace their OTC or prescription medications for allergies, whether it is their own doing or monitored by their medical doctor.” Wibbenmeyer notes that he never recommends patients stop taking already prescribed medications. He does, however, offer patients a variety of pharmaceutical-grade supplements and homeopathic remedies to help relieve allergy symptoms. Recommendations are based on each individual patient’s needs and health status. Borts and Wibbenmeyer explained some of the most popular allergy home remedies: The neti pot is used to flush saline through the nose, washing out pollen, bacteria or other irritants. “When used as directed, this is very safe Continued on page 93
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the non-HPV-related tumors,” he says. “That then gives us some information to take to the patient in terms of the outlook of their disease and how we’re going to treat it.” Patients whose tumors are HPV-positive have a better prognosis than those whose cancer is primarily related to smoking or alcohol use. “As of yet, there’s no prospective, randomized trial investigating outcomes comparing HPV-positive versus HPV-negative patients,” notes Dr. Mark Varvares, director of Saint Louis University Cancer Center and a SLUCare otolaryngologist. “But what we know from retrospective data analysis is that the patients who are HPV-positive in the oropharynx have a much better prognosis than those patients who are HPV-negative. What we also know is that the HPV-negative patients many times don’t respond as well to therapy, regardless of what we use.” Survivorship for head and neck cancer in general is about 70 percent, adds Dr. Amit Bhatt, a St. Luke’s Hospital radiation oncologist. He cites a 2010 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine that looked at three-year oropharyngeal
cancer survival without the cancer progressing during that time. “They found that patients who were HPV-positive did better than those patients who were HPV-negative: HPV-positive patients were 74 percent versus 43 percent,” he says. Treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy or a combination. “We know that the HPV-positive patients need to have the same aggressive treatment we’ve been giving them for decades,” Vavares says. “If you have an advanced HPV-negative tonsil cancer, you’re going to get high-dose radiation therapy and chemotherapy. What we’re now attempting to answer in clinical Continued on page 93
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If you have hip or knee pain, the limitations it places on you can be an extreme burden. Get back in the game by attending a class with an orthopedic physician and getting the information that will get you back on track! Refreshments served. Knee Classes: May 19 • 6 to 7 p.m. Hip Classes: May 28 • 6 to 7 p.m. To register: visit stlukes-stl.com or call 314-542-4848.
May 28 is the deadline to register St. Luke’s Hospital is teaming up with radio station KLOU 103.3 FM for the 16th Annual Susan G. Komen St. Louis Race for the Cure on Saturday, June 14. The first 500 people to register for the St. Luke’s Hospital/KLOU 103.3 Team will receive a special team T-shirt, along with the Komen shirt. KLOU radio personalities also will be on site race day. Register online at komenstlouis.org (find the team name under “Find a Team”).
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NE OF THE OPPORTUNIties that I have as an instructor at Maryville University is to assign students research work on some of the greats who have left indelible marks on our industry.
This usually reminds me of creative icons who I have not thought of in a while, including Walter Gropius (1883-1969). A German native and the founder of the wellrespected Bauhaus institution, his new way of looking at architecture was nothing short of controversial. Bauhaus (which literally means ‘house of building’) began in 1919 and continued
until 1933. Gropius brought together some of the most talented people of the day: Josef Albers, Wassily Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Laszlo MoholyNagy and Marcel Breuer, to name a few. These brilliant creative minds are responsible for much of what we still consider ‘contemporary’ design. In 1937, Gropius accepted a professorship at Harvard University, where he later chaired the
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Harvard Graduate School of Design. This, too, was a controversial move as the war was going on. And with Gropius hailing from Germany, there were issues from both countries. Gropius was allowed to return to Germany to collect his belongings, sans any cash assets, and return to the United States. The Third Reich viewed this as a positive propaganda move to show Germany’s greatness of intellect. Enter Henry Shepley, an architect friend of Gropius, who introduced him to Mrs. Helen
Storrow. Mrs. Storrow was a philanthropist who often would support new talent, especially in the arts. Shepley, knowing Gropius wanted to build a home of his own, convinced Storrow to gift some of her acreage on her large farm in Lincoln, Massachusetts, finance the building of the home ($20,000) and then rent it back to him. Since Gropius founded the Bauhaus tradition on the philosophies of simplicity, functionality, Continued on page 80 Master bedroom
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economy, geometry and ascetic beauty, the challenge was to integrate all of that into a home that respected the New England countryside. By incorporating traditional New England materials such as clapboard, brick, fieldstone and acoustic plaster, he used them in fresh ways to demonstrate his core design philosophies. In 1938, the home was built and represented the best of both worlds. Gropius died in 1969, leaving his widow, Ise, a two-sentence will stating that he loved her and trusted her with his legacy. As a result, Ise established the Walter Gropius Archive at Harvard University to contain his Bauhaus and Harvard materials, as well as donating some of his original designs to important museums.
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As for the couple’s home, described by Ise as “a happy amalgam” of the New England vernacular and the Bauhaus spirit, it was given to the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities (now called Historic New England). Ise died in 1983. In 1985, the home opened as a historic museum. And in 2002, the Gropius House was designated a National Historic Landmark in the Woods End Road Historic District. The house truly is an iconic example of ingenious design that had not been seen before. Gropius’ designs influenced many interior designers and architects who followed him and his ‘green’ approach, which remains relevant in the home environment industry today. For more information, visit historicnewengland.org.
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ETWEEN ITS SUBSTANTIAL SIZE, charming design and prime location in the Kirkwood School District, this home is ideal for raising a family. Enjoy relaxed mornings in the vaulted kitchen, with a center island and sunny breakfast room, as well as an adjoining laundry room for extra convenience. In the master suite, three walkin closets and a newly updated bathroom, with a cathedral ceiling, hardwood floors, his-and-hers vanities, glass shower and separate whirlpool tub create the ultimate oasis. Five additional bedrooms accommodate every member of the family. Your kids will love inviting friends over to play in the loft playroom, accessed by a whimsical tunnel on the second floor. Kick back in the lower-level, which has a family room with a fireplace, game room and kitchen. The family’s health buffs and hobbyists will love the exercise room and professional sound room. With a gorgeous patio overlooking park-like grounds and a pool, this home is perfect inside and out. Open house from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4.
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Happiness is An Art Form
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DEEP LOVE OF ART, ANIMALS AND teaching make Mariann Menges a soughtafter art teacher. Where else can students of all ages arrive for art lessons and be taught in a zoo-like setting? Where else can students pet, feed and draw seven live animals that include two box turtles, a rabbit, hamster, toad, dog and ‘Little Guy,’ a 47-year-old talking parrot who speaks two languages and sings opera? Menges, now in her 70s, began drawing at the age of 3. At a young age, she remembers doing “the perfect little drawing of a horse” that her father kept in his wallet his whole life. “I’ve always loved animals and art,” she says. Her mother, an accomplished artist, attended Washington University Art School, “which was rare in her day,” Menges notes. “She knew every medium and technique, which I learned through the years.” At age 16, the former Mariann Rosenfeld graduated from University City High School. She then graduated from Washington University with a lifetime teaching degree. Turning down a full scholarship at Lindenwood University, she was able to attend Washington University tuition-free because her husband, Edward Menges, taught
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there. “I married my high-school art teacher, the most handsome man of the time,” she declares. Mariann and Edward waited two years after she graduated to get married. And although her parents were opposed to their daughter marrying an older man, her mother made the wedding dress, and mailed it to her for her Iowa wedding. Married for 30 years, the couple stayed a year in New York while Menges studied at the Art Students League, and spent summers teaching in Martha’s Vineyard. They also spent a year in Europe with their daughter, Kristen. There, the family traveled via Volkswagen camper to paint landscapes. “We painted in almost every European country and visited every church and art museum we could find,” Menges recalls. She says with very little money, they could not afford down sleeping bags so they slept in their clothes to keep warm. Meals were cooked on a Coleman burner. “We ate a lot of stew and canned foods with fancy European names,” she remembers, adding that they parked their van on the parking lots of famous European hotels. “We stayed at the finest hotels in Europe— unfortunately, it was only in their parking lots. I hope it was not sacrilegious that I washed dishes
on the grounds across from the Vatican in Rome!” Following her divorce from Edward, Menges returned to Europe to attend the International Toy Festival in Nurenberg, Germany. “I was making Medieval cottage kits for children to construct themselves.” She’s also traveled to Kentucky with a cardboard stable kit she designed and sold to The Horse Museum. “I used to ride horses in St. Louis and they, too, became a love of mine.” Menges also taught art at Forsyth School for 17 years. She ran her own art school for 10 years, teaching 450 students annually. She owned a pottery studio, and has taught art at local private schools and retirement homes. Menges now teaches 16 students, ages 5 to 80, in her University City studio surrounded by her pet animals. “Children get such pleasure from them,” she says. “The rabbit is their favorite.” Menges also travels to the home of an adult student who is unable to come to her studio. She explains that there is not much difference teaching youngsters and adults. “The main difference is that most adults believe that they cannot draw. I have my methods and simplify the process,” she explains. “My adult students are surprised with the outcome—it is beyond their wildest expectations.” Menges is proud that some of her former students are now professional artists, jewelry, fabric and paper designers. One former student works at the Museum of Modern Art in New York; and another is a handbag designer for Judith Leiber. However, Menges admits her main love always has been animals. She belongs to the House Rabbit Society and helps find homes for unwanted rabbits. Also a member of the St. Louis Herpetological Society, Menges sadly recalls her two pet snakes that escaped from their cages in her first home and disappeared. Using her lifetime experience with pets, she recently began writing and illustrating a children’s book about a snake magician. Menges also has added photography to her art repertoire and is developing a new website. “I am finally coming into the 20th century,” she says amusingly. “I am also thinking of buying a banjo and would love to play again. It is a beautiful instrument and I miss it dearly.” Unfortunately, an illness many years ago changed her life. “I was in the hospital on IV therapy for three months and ill for four years after that, losing much of what I had financially,” she says. “When my life changed so suddenly, so did my values and interests. I experienced many losses, including the loss of my art school and lovely home in Ladue.” Menges adds that when you have experienced hardship, it is sometimes difficult to be grateful for what you have. “My spiritual studies teach me that gratitude is a prerequisite to true happiness and success in our relations. I now live in a tiny house; and instead of teaching 450 students a year at my art school, I teach 16 students at my studio filled with my own personal zoo. But what matters most today is that I am happy, and I am grateful for the life God has given me.”
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SAUCE ON THE SIDE 903 Pine Street downtown; 241-5667; eatcalzones.com - Gourmet calzones like the Costanza and Meat Me in St. Louis; also salads - Fast-casual vibe - New location coming to Clayton this summer
THREE FLAGS TAVERN 4940 Southwest Ave.; 669-9222; threeflagstavern.com - Menu inspired by St. Louis’ French and Spanish history - Feast on lobster beignets with Creole BBQ sauce and cast-iron skillet fried chicken and biscuit - Dinner Tuesday through Saturday; lunch hours to be announced soon
HIGHWAY 61 ROADHOUSE AND KITCHEN HAPPY HOUR 34 S. Old Orchard Road in Webster Groves; 968-0061; hwy61roadhouse.com - Not-to-miss happy hour - Buy one, get one free appetizers - $5 specialty cocktails
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Everything You Wanted to Know About Prom (but were afraid to ask)
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PRING IS IN THE AIR. WHILE FOR most of us, that means worrying about covering your bulbs at night or purging a closet, the past few weeks of my life have been consumed by— well, consumed is a strong word— preoccupied by one thing: prom. But now that prom is in my rearview mirror, I feel that I can safely discuss this… what to call it? It’s not a simply a party. It’s not merely a dance. It’s not just a school function. It’s an event. I must state, for the record, that I am writing this article under protest. Not my protest, but Cranky’s. As the attendee at the aforementioned event, she is demanding a final cut. The article may end up looking like a redacted CIA transcript when she’s through with it. Pressing on… The first thing you should know is that the prom itself—while the highlight of the evening—is not the only event. Prom goes all day—and all night. It’s like a pagan festival. The first event is the dressing party. This is obviously a girls’ activity; however, if you have a son, encourage him to try on the tuxedo earlier than five minutes before walking out the door. That way, you can do something about sleeves 5 inches too short. Now, leaving for the designated staging area is quite a production. You may think your child is setting off on the QE2 for a month. I am told this is normal. Apparently, the girls change outfits more than Liz Taylor at her eighth wedding. Once dressed, the next stop is the pre-party/ dinner. This is where the photo op happens. If you follow your child on Instagram and Facebook, you will see almost all prom photos posted are from this
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TANGENTIAL THINKER event. On a positive note, no more photos means your child is interacting with three-dimensional people. Also much like sausage, it may be better not to know everything that goes into it. Next comes the actual prom. It’s an elegant affair with a smattering of drama. Picture a wedding reception where the bride and groom split up, get back together, get caught cheating and split up again, two of the bridesmaids fight and cry, but all the guests have a spectacular time. It’s a beautiful affair, and the evening is just getting started. After the prom is the after-prom. At this point, I’ve been in bed for three hours, but our intrepid teens are just getting started. At Cranky’s school, the after-prom is a school-sanctioned event and chaperoned. After a costume change and change of venue, the party continues. Now, you may wonder what on earth these kids could still have to talk about, fight about, laugh about or dance about, but there is plenty. Entire relationships have formed and dissolved, and new ones have been formed. It’s like watching that time-lapse photography film of a flower. Continued on page 87
REVIEWS MOVIE REVIEW
THEATER REVIEW BY DEBBIE BALDWIN
Windmill Baby BY MARK BRETZ
THE STORY Maymay is dropped off by her daughter, seemingly in the middle of nowhere, so that she can tend to some “unfinished business.” With her new cell phone as her mode of communication, she makes her way to an old cattle station in western Australia where she toiled half a century earlier.
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ET’S JUST JUMP RIGHT IN, SHALL WE? HERE, WE have yet another in a long line of ‘female-empowerment’ comedies—movies where Hollywood announces loud and proud that if you can’t see 40-something women like Cameron Diaz and Leslie Mann as gorgeous, sexy prizes, you’re going to get what’s coming to you. Think First Wives Club or The Witches of Eastwick. Honestly, I would think the message was absurd if Diaz herself didn’t have so much trouble hanging on to a man—maybe there’s a point to be made. Carly (Diaz) likes Mark (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau). She likes him so much she’s ready to become a one-man woman. Problem is, Mark isn’t a one-woman man. Mark is married to Kate (Mann). When Kate and Carly form an unlikely friendship, their bond is only strengthened when they discover Mark not only is cheating on Kate with Carly, he is cheating on Carly with Amber (Kate Upton). But that’s not all: He’s even cheating on Amber. Note to self: Find out what kind of vitamin regimen this guy is on. Together, Kate, Carly and Amber team up to bring down their stray dog of a man. All things considered, this movie is fine. Although I have to say Cameron Diaz is looking a little rough these days. It strains the imagination to believe that a guy would cheat on the far more appealing Kate. I will let that slide in favor of the big flaw: The movie is just not that funny. Amber is dumb, Carly is devious, Kate can’t hold her liquor, we get it. Now give me something witty to watch. It’s not terrible, it’s just OK.
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An Aboriginal woman, Maymay recounts her youth working for a surly white boss who treated his native employees as little more than slaves. Despite the harsh life, Maymay tells her story with warmth and humor: She recalls Boss’ kindly wife, a gentle, crippled Aborigine named Wunman; her beau and future husband, Malvern; another young Aboriginal woman named Sally; and a beloved mongrel mixture of dog and dingo named Skitchim, among others.
HIGHLIGHTS Once again, Upstream Theater founder and artistic director Philip Boehm has brought an international gem to his theater for its American premiere. Windmill Baby is a tight and compelling one-act work written by David Milroy, an Australian playwright of Aboriginal descent, that received its world premiere in Perth in 2005.
GROUP: Upstream Theater VENUE: Kranzberg Arts Center, 501 N. Grand Blvd. DATES: May 2-4, 8-11 TICKETS: $20-$30; upstreamtheater.org RATING: A 5 on a scale of 1-to-5. More reviews available on laduenews.com
Windmill Baby reminds its audience that the history of racism extends beyond the United States and South Africa into the land of Down Under, as well, with the ramifications of that injustice still felt today. Thanks to the theatrical wonder known as Linda Kennedy, Milroy’s touching story is brought to heartfelt life on Upstream’s stage. Enhanced by Boehm’s meticulous direction and the haunting musical accompaniment of versatile composer and musician Farshid Soltanshahi, Windmill Baby brings light to the dark history of Australian colonialism. Kennedy displays impressive range as she portrays not only Maymay, but a half-dozen people (and a dog) who shaped her youth. She moves in almost balletic fashion across the barren floor as her stylish moves embellish Maymay’s bittersweet memories. Kennedy can bring the mood of Milroy’s lilting tale down to a somber note as she recalls the aching torment that followed the birth of the title character. She also can elevate it to exhilarating, emotional heights, as when she recites a memorable tea party hosted by the benevolent Missus before it turns suddenly nasty. Maymay’s story as told by Milroy in Windmill Baby may not be unique, but seeing Kennedy unveil it under Boehm’s finely attuned direction offers a simple tale told in affecting fashion.
Brace yourself. After the after-prom is the after after-prom. Wait. No, sorry. My mistake. There is no after after-prom. It doesn’t happen. It never happened. If in theory, there were an after after-prom, it would be like Fight Club—whatever goes on there, the first rule is you can’t talk about it. Next comes breakfast and—if everybody’s experience is similar—a nasty upper-respiratory infection, although that may be case-specific. For the kids, it’s the night of their lives. For the parents, it’s a night of stress-eating, insomnia and bad TV, as well as constantly checking your phone to ensure some distress call or another didn’t go unheard. It’s an all-night party rife with teenage dancing and driving and drama. And to think, I used to spend hours and hours worrying if Cranky could fall out of her high chair.
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tamales here are renowned, as well, but are only available on weekends.
La Vallesana (2801 Cherokee St.) Tons of patio seating is available at this sprawling corner space, in addition to two indoor dining rooms. They recently started serving drinks, as well, and now sport a full bar. Recommendations: Try the shrimp tacos and the tamales, for sure. For the adventurous eater, the menudo—a tripe broth—is worth a try.
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Taqueria El Torito
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(2753 Cherokee St.) This colorful, spacious place has plenty of seating inside and on the covered patio. In the attached Mercado, you’ll find everything from cowboy hats and saint candles to authentic ingredients like cactus leaves that are hard to find anywhere else. Recommendations: The al pastor (marinated pork) and tripa (tripe) tacos are real standouts. Ingredients like tripe hearken back to a time when every bit of the animal was used out of necessity. While it might seem odd to some modern palates, when done right, tripe can be as flavorful as any meat.
El Bronco Taqueria (2817 Cherokee St.) This cozy storefront restaurant is a perfect spot to pop in and grab a bite. Aside from the serape on the wall, there’s not much in the way of decor. They let the food do the talking. Recommendations: Of course, the tacos are the go-to here—specifically the cabeza (cheeks), lengua (tongue) and chorizo versions. All are topped with cilantro and fresh, crunchy slices of radish. And like the other establishments we visited, they come on soft, chewy tortillas with nary a bit of sour cream or shredded cheese in sight.
Carniceria Latino Americano (2800 Cherokee St.) Like El Torito, this restaurant is conveniently adjacent to a mercado, which has plenty of indigenous culinary treasures. On our visit, we picked up a couple of bottles of miche mix, a spicy lime concoction that’s added to beer for an extra kick. There’s a bit of counter seating, as well as an enclosed street-side patio. Recommendations: The barbacoa (spicy slowcooked beef) and chicken tacos are superb. The
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ONTRARY TO POPULAR belief, Cinco de Mayo isn’t the Mexican Fourth of July — in fact, the day doesn’t get much attention in Mexico at all. Cinco De Mayo began as a celebration of the Mexican victory over France in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. The holiday made its way over to the U.S. in the 1960s and ’70s as a way for those of Mexican descent to show pride in their heritage. Then, the marketing mavens got involved and Cinco de Mayo in America proceeded to morph into more of a happy hour holiday than a celebration of a culture. This May 5, why not actually experience the rich culinary traditions of Mexico? Unbeknownst to many, there’s a small stretch of Cherokee Street west of Jefferson Avenue that’s home to some of the best authentic Mexican eateries in town. From tacos to tortas to tamales and beyond, this area has more flavor per square foot than any other two blocks in town. Do yourself a favor and check out the offerings at these fine establishments and see what real Mexican food is all about:
Decorated with myriad colorful players’ jerseys, this is the place for soccer fans to have a bite and watch the game. Recommendations: The fajitas del mar—a plate full of shrimp, mussels, crab and squid bits ready to spoon into soft corn tortillas, with rice and refried beans alongside—will satisfy any craving.
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Hot on the heels of his latest venture, restaurateur DAVID BAILEY has announced he’ll be opening yet another concept this year. The as-yet-unnamed barbecue eatery will be located at 1011 Olive St. in Midtown, and will feature a 200-seat restaurant and an additional 150-seat event space. The rooftop will house a separate bar that will operate independently. Look for an opening this winter. The sixth annual Taste of Maplewood will be held on Saturday, May 17, in downtown Maplewood. The popular street fest features food and drink from a slew of local venues and plenty of entertainment for all ages. For a rundown of all of the happenings, go online to maplewood-chamber.com. The 31st season of Parties In The Park will kick off in Clayton on Wednesday, May 14, and continue on the second Wednesday of each month through Sept. 10. The location for the festivities will once again be on Central Avenue between Forsyth Boulevard and Maryland Avenue. The party starts at 5 p.m. and continues until 8:30 p.m. For more details go to partiesinthepark.org.
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Lucky’s Market is scheduled to open its first store in the St. Louis area at 15830 Fountain Plaza Drive in Ellisville sometime in early July. It’ll be the seventh expansion of the Boulder-based natural foods grocery and the second store in Missouri (a Columbia store bowed earlier this year). Max & Louie Productions has teamed up with the legendary Giuseppe’s Ristorante at 4141 South Grand Blvd., for a fundraising event. On Saturday, June 7, for one night only, Giuseppe’s will bring back all of your old favorites and serve them up buffet-style. An open bar, desserts, gratuities and parking also are included in the ticket price. Guests can eat, drink, and meet the cast and crew from two upcoming shows: Quills, a St. Louis premiere, by DOUG WRIGHT; and Chancers, a U.S.A. premiere, by ROBERT MASSEY. Tickets are $100 per person and can be reserved by calling 795-8778 or via email, kapsite@aol.com.
Final Cut Steakhouse
Game for Steak?
BY SIDNEY LEWIS
FANS OF THE ONE-ARMED BANDITS AND sundry games of chance hungry for some elevated fare—or folks just looking for a prime cut—have a new place to try: Final Cut Steakhouse. The restaurant opened earlier this year in the Hollywood Casino in Maryland Heights, part of a massive $62-million renovation of the property, which formerly was Harrah’s St. Louis. The interior of Final Cut is miles away from the garish casino floor just outside: no flashing lights or buzzers here. Instead, the decor is sleek and understated with modern touches like the almost circular entryway that houses the hostess station and the eye-catching striated amber panels backlit behind the bar. The high-end atmosphere is somewhat negated, though, by the big screen TVs over the bar. Since the restaurant is open for dinner hours only (5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday), maybe management could take a cue from our moms and shut off the TVs during dinner time? The menu at Final Cut is full of traditional steakhouse items, from soups and salads to a variety of surf and turf options. We started with the Classic French Onion Soup ($6) and the Final Cut Caesar Salad ($7), both classics that are presented with a minimum of fanfare. The sweet and savory soup had plenty of the requisite gruyere cheese on top, and the salad was elevated a bit with the addition of some white anchovies and a parmesan tuille on top. Both dishes were hearty portions. The entrees on the menu are divvied up between Land and Sea. From the Land side, we ordered the 8 oz Filet Mignon ($33), which we paired with a glass of Trivento Malbec ($12); and from the Sea, the Pan Roasted Chilean Sea Bass ($35). Our filet was a by-the-book classic cut, cooked a nice, rosy rare. Following the basic steakhouse formula, sides are ordered a la carte. However, at Final Cut, the steaks do come with a choice of either baked potato, baked sweet potato
or sweet potato casserole. To accompany our filet, we chose the casserole. Wrong move. This dish was way too cloying. It had more in common with a dessert than a side to accompany a steak. A tried-and-true baked potato would have definitely been the way to go here. The fish came perched on some saffron potatoes, accented with a crab mueniere and topped with a spray of micro-greens. The fish itself was flaky and tender, and deliciously ensconced in a delicate crust. The sauce had the tangy bite of lemon, along with a contrasting subtle sweetness that accented the mild fish nicely. Easily accessible from I-70, the restaurant also benefits from the casino’s wealth of surface and garage parking, making it a convenient dining destination for gamers and non-gamers alike.
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THE ART OF CRAFT Works of metal, ceramic and fibers will celebrate the art of craft at The Gallery at the Regional Arts Commission. 863-5811 or art-stl.com.
ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE STAGES St. Louis presents encore performances of the crowd-favorite, Always… Patsy Cline, at The Playhouse in Westport Plaza. Various times. $53-$63. 821-2407 or stagesstlouis.org.
EVOLUTION AT THE END OF THE EARTH—PLANT DIVERSITY IN THE SOUTHWEST AUSTRALIAN HOTSPOT During the 2014 John Dwyer Lecture in Biology at Missouri Botanical Garden, Dr. Kingsley Dixon, director of science for Kings Park and Botanic Garden in Perth, Australia, will discuss some of the technological advancements being used to save a variety of plants and animals from extinction. 4 p.m. Free. 577-5100 or mobot.org.
LADUE DOGWOOD PARADE & FESTIVAL The 15th annual Ladue Dogwood Parade and Festival will feature a parade from Ladue Horton Watkins High School to Ladue Middle School, followed by the Taste of Ladue festival with more than a dozen food booths, inflatables, live music and more at the middle school. 10:30 a.m. parade; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. festival. cityofladue-mo.gov.
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PAINT WEBSTER Professional and amateur artists are invited to participate in the annual Paint Webster plein air competition by painting historic homes and spring garden scenes throughout Webster Groves. Free. wcaf.org.
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COLLECTORS CHOICE XIII St. Louis Artists’ Guild will host its annual Collectors Choice, where each attendee goes home with an original piece of art. An Opening Preview Party will be held 6-9 p.m. May 2; and the Selection Party will be held 11 a.m.-3 p.m. May 18. $150. 727-6266 or stlouisartistsguild.org.
5/4 ROMANTIC WOMEN Missouri Women’s Chorus will present Romantic Women, a concert featuring music from the Romantic Period, at Union Avenue Christian Church. 3 p.m. $10-$15. 478-4054 or missouriwomenschorus.org.
5/5 HOWARD P. WILLENS Author Howard P. Willens will discuss his book, History Will Prove Us Right: Inside the Warren Commission Report on the Assassination of John F. Kennedy, at St. Louis County Library Headquarters. 7 p.m. slcl.org.
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GREAT GUITARS 2014 As part of the stl250 Spotlight Series, Eric Slaughter and Shaun Robinson, along with Montez Coleman and Jahmal Nichols, will showcase St. Louis’ rich history with the guitar, at Jazz at the Bistro. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $10-$20. 289-4030 or jazzstl.org.
5/9-11 CINDERELLA Saint Louis Ballet presents the enchanting fairytale classic, Cinderella, at the Touhill Performing Arts Center. Various times. $27$40. 516-4949 or touhill.org. ART FAIR AT LAUMEIER The nationally acclaimed Art Fair at Laumeier Park returns with fine arts and crafts, glass, jewelry, paintings, photography, sculpture and more. Special events include Art of the Vine with wine tastings on May 9; Art of Ale featuring beer tastings on May 10; and a Mother’s Day Brunch on May 11. Various times and costs. laumeiersculpturepark.org.
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THE COLOR PURPLE The hit musical, The Color Purple, starring Angie Stone and Vanessa Bell Armstrong, will be performed at the Peabody Opera House. 3 and 7 p.m. $45-$49. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com.
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DORIS KEARNS GOODWIN Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and author of Team of Rivals—the basis for Steven Spielberg’s Academy Awardwinning film, Lincoln—will close this season’s St. Louis Speakers Series presented by Maryville University at Powell Hall. 8 p.m. $285-$420, subscription. 534-1700 or stlouisspeakerseries.org. THIRD FRIDAY PARTY Watch glassblowers create art, try your hand at your own glassblown piece and hear the Middle-Eastern sounds of Final Veil at Third Degree Glass Factory. Free. 6-10 p.m. Free. 367-4527 or stlglass.com.
CELEBRATING MOM 5/11 MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT THE RITZ-CARLTON The Ritz-Carlton will host a Mother’s Day Brunch with prime rib, seafood, desserts and more on the menu at The Restaurant. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $46-$89. 863-6300 or ritzcarlton.com/stlouis. MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT THE FOUR SEASONS Enjoy a Mother’s Day Brunch with a view at the Four Seasons Hotel’s eighth-floor Cielo restaurant. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $30-$90. 881-5759 or fourseasons.com/stlouis. MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT THE MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM Treat your mother to a special Mother’s Day menu at Bixby’s in the Missouri History Museum. 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. seatings. $11-$34. 361-7313 or bixbys-mohistory.com.
CHECK THIS OUT 5/13-18 THE WIZARD OF OZ Experience ‘the most magical adventure of them all’ when the classic tale of The Wizard of Oz comes to the Fox Theatre stage. Various times. $25-$75. 534-1111 or fabulousfox.com.
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continued from page 24 where there a lot of people asking good questions— it makes us strive to be better. The status quo is not good enough.” St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s partnership with the world-class medical school of Washington University helps foster each one’s commitment to excellence, he adds. “I think that the combination is very strong, so we can do what’s the very best for the child at all times.” That dedication plays out through a variety of quality-improvement initiatives, Warner notes. “We continuously identify things that will create better outcomes for patients—that are less costly and more efficient at the same time. Our patient satisfaction scores are through the roof: We have extremely high ratings for patient wait times, the willingness of the patient to return, and the satisfaction of the patient with the physician.” Though many children who come through the door might have big medical problems, the staff never forgets that these small patients have special needs and fears, Warner says. “Our goal is to provide the finest care that is the most efficient, safe and the most positive experience possible.”
“Under his leadership, Ameren really has invested millions back into the community through several initiatives, including a commitment to energy efficiency and providing access to heating and cooling assistance for those in need,” Gaskin notes. Inspirational leaders bettering the community also will be recognized, including Mayor of Ladue Nancy Spewak, Armstrong Teasdale partner Steven Cousins, and Regions Bank area president Sally Roth. Among organizations to be highlighted will be Heat Up Cool Down St. Louis, for providing valuable heating and cooling assistance to Missouri and Illinois residents in need. And the Special Education Foundation will be honored for its commitment to offering educational support and resources to underserved kids. With more than 20 corporate supporters and Ameren as its title sponsor, the event is set to generate record funding and another sellout crowd for the third consecutive year, Gaskin says. “St. Louis is one of the most generous
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continued from page 75 trials is whether we can treat the patients with HPV-positive disease with a lower dose.” Again, prevention is key, notes Bhatt. “The reality is that HPV is preventable. There’s a vaccine available, and we should avail ourselves of that. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just reported that there’s only 35 percent of eligible people actually being vaccinated; and with that track record, we’re not really going to make a dent.”
LN PARENTING continued from page 68 individuals tend to prefer the intimate classroom environment of a smaller campus. These schools are more person-centered and offer better opportunities to interact with professors. On the other hand, larger institutions offer a wider range of classes, a variety of housing options, and big-time sports. Location is the next topic to tackle. A school’s setting can have a significant impact on the college experience. College is both an education and a journey; it is a great time to push beyond one’s comfort zone and live in your dream location. Some may allow their course of study to drive their college search. This is an important consideration, but the majority of college students switch degree programs multiple times. It is important a university has the proposed area of interest, but attending the most prestigious program will not ensure success or happiness. Watching your child mature can be challenging for any parent. College is a huge step toward adult independence, and it can be difficult for Mom or Dad to recognize the line between interference and support. Trust you have a raised an intelligent individual who makes good decisions and celebrate this exciting transition.
cities in the nation. People are very supportive of these types of causes.” Funds from the dinner will allow St. Louis County NAACP to further its local and national initiatives. “The NAACP has been the vanguard for nearly all civil rights and human rights victories for the last 105 years,” Gaskin says. The organization’s St. Louis County members, which have grown to 750—up from 65 in 2009 under the leadership of Haywood—strive to remove barriers of racial discrimination through democratic processes, seek enactment and enforcement of federal, state and local laws securing civil rights, educate people of their constitutional rights, and inform the public of the adverse effects of racial discrimination and seek its elimination. Current local initiatives include making affordable, quality health care, housing and education top priorities. “We always can do more to advance civil rights,” Gaskin notes. “And as a grassroots organization, we seek everyone’s help to grow our mission at local and national levels.”
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and often very helpful,” Borts says. “When used for a cold or even a sinus infection, it can reduce both the duration and severity of symptoms and often reduces the use of antibiotics. If symptoms of infection last for longer than 14 days, though, it’s a good idea to see a physician.” Essential oils are gaining popularity as a way to treat a variety of ills, including allergies. “They stimulate the brain and immune system to function,” Wibbenmeyer says. “There are several ways to incorporate essential oils in treatment. I use and recommend a mixture of eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint and lemon with hands-on treatment, while working on sinus cavity and lymphatic drainage techniques.” Essential oils also can be diffused into the air or applied to the base of the nostril and upper chest. “I would not recommend ingesting pure essential oil, as its potency can be dangerous to the digestive system,” Wibbenmeyer adds. There are a number of inexpensive, safe and effective home air-filter machines. “We have some concern about units that generate ozone to kill germs,” Borts notes. “While these units are tested and should not create excessive or harmful levels of ozone, ozone is an irritant to the
respiratory tract, and we generally advise to avoid exposure. Other filters use a HEPA filter, which can remove germs and allergens combined with a charcoal filter that removes odors and other irritants. These are very safe.” No machine placed in one location can filter the air in an entire home, he adds. HVAC contractors can provide advice on building-wide systems. Foods said to relieve allergies include wasabi and honey. “Most of the green stuff that we get with our sushi is actually horseradish and not real wasabi,” Borts notes. “The real wasabi contains isothiocyanates that are reported to have anti-inflammatory effects and has been shown in some studies to help symptoms of mild allergies. When you eat either wasabi or horseradish, it has an immediate effect of clearing the sinuses. Some people find this to be pleasant— others do not.” As for honey, Borts notes there are no controlled studies that have shown it effective as an allergy treatment, however, “my friend and fellow allergist Dr. Gary Goodman raises bees for honey and sells it to benefit the Asthma and Allergy Foundation. And as he says, I don’t know if it helps allergies, but it is yummy.
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Most 1- to 3-year-old toddlers sleep about 10 to 12 hours daily. The desire to be with mom and dad and not miss out on the fun can make bedtime a challenge. Keeping your child up to make him tired will likely not help and will only make him fussier and more difficult. Establish a bedtime routine so your child knows when it’s time for bed, based on when things occur. Make the ritual simple but repetitive. Dreams may begin at this age and interfere with sleep. But remember that a regular pattern of daytime activity and naps will help.
continued from page 66 periods of time. Allow your 6- to 12-month-old a few minutes to quiet herself back to sleep. If you need to pick her up, do so quickly and get her back in bed as fast as possible. At about 8 to 9 months of age, babies normally develop separation anxiety. At this point, when your child wakes, don’t turn on lights or feed her. Try to allow her to fall back to sleep on her own and give minimal attention when you must.
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ADVANCED FOUNDATION REPAIR & REPLACEMENT 314-713-9053 Structural & Cosmetic 25 Years Experience Bonded • Insured Providing Structural Beam Replacement to Level Floors Piering for Foundation Settlement Any & All Foundation Damages Due to Water
LAWN & GARDEN
Complete Lawn Maintenance for Residential & Commercial Spring Cleanup, Mulching, Edging, Mowing, Turf Maintenance, Planting, Sodding, Seeding, Weeding, Pruning, Trimming, Bed Maintenance, Dethatching, Leaf & Gumball Cleanup, Brush Removal, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios & Drainage Solutions Licensed Landscape Architect & Designer Member of BBB For a Free Estimate Call 314-426-8833 www.mplandscapingstl.com
MASONRY/CONCRETE CAULKING Pool Decks • Patios • Driveways Power Washing Masonry • Concrete 35 Years Experience • Insured Charles Edelen Caulking Co., Inc. 314-892-5484
OPEN HOUSES Full Service Landscape Design and Horticulture Joe 314-909-1685 Serving Ladue since 1985.
OPEN SUNDAY May 4 • 1-3 pM $599,900
60 Ladue Terrace, Ladue, MO PRICE REDUCTION. Charming 2 story home 3+ bedroom, 3.5 bathroom in Ladue.
SPRING LANDSCAPING Landscape Design • Spring Clean-Up Brush Clearing • Bed Preparation • Tilling Weeding & Mulching • Planting Tree/Shrub Fertilization,Trimming and Removal • Lawn Fertilization, Weed Control, De-Thatching, Sodding and Seeding • Gutter Cleaning • Power Washing • Stone Walls, Patios, Borders and Drainage Solution.
The Hard Work Yard Work Co. LLC For Free Estimates call Keith at 314-422-0241 or e-mail at
WILDWOOD LANDSCAPING AND LAWN CARE Full Service Landscaping Residential and Commercial Leaf Vacuum, Bagging/Blowing to Curb, Mowing. Certified Retaining Wall Installer, Tree/Bush Trimmed or Removed, Mulching or Rock Placement, Snow Plowing. Free Estimates. Brad 314-495-5776
Raj Tailor 314-952-5472 Portica Real Estate LLC www.porticastl.com 200 S. Bemiston Ave., Ste 104, Clayton, MO 63105 | 314-266-6556
PAINTING FAUX • FINISHES • MARBILIZING
hwyardwork@aol.com Since 2001
"Caring & Serving All Ages" Personal Care, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping, Transportation, Nannies, Mentoring, Bills Management, Etc. 314-825-3363 24/7
PRECISION REMODELING Since 1990 - Interior & Exterior We Are Here For All Your Home Improvement Needs & Repairs. Free Estimates! Fully Insured. Call Bob (314) 799-4633 or Jim (314) 799-4630
For all your FULL-SERVICE LANDSCAPING needs.
PRIVATE DUTY CNA Will Treat Your Loved Ones Like Family. Offering 8, 12 & 24 Hour Care. Days, Nights & Weekends. Cooking & Household Chores. Available to Sit at Nursing Homes & Facilities. 314-452-1086
REPAIR IT BEFORE YOU REPLACE IT Carpet Repaired, Restretched, Installed, New Carpet Sales, Large Selection in 2 Showrooms. Over 30 Years Experience. For a Quote Call Nick 314-845-8049
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CNA PRIVATE CARE IN HOME SERVICE Affordable Rates. Transportation & Errands. Lt. Housecleaning, Etc. Lois 314-358-3547 or Alberta 314-358-6175
DSI / Door Solutions Inc. Garage Doors Electric Openers Fast Repairs Free Estimates Custom Wood and Steel Doors BBB Member Angieslist 314-550-4071
VISITING ANGELS
HARDWOODZ Specializing in Installation, Sanding and Refinishing of Hardwood Floors. For Free Estimate Call Dave 314-267-1348
314-569-9890
Michael Flynn Landscaping Spring Cleanup, Mulching, Weekly Lawn Mowing & Gardening, Irrigation. For all your Landscaping & Lawn Care Needs. 314-243-6784
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Get ready to make your neighbors JEALOUS!
24/7 Companion Care for Seniors. Personal Care, Meal Prep, Light Housekeeping & Peace of Mind.
LAWN & GARDEN
Get your BBQ grill ready for Spring Cookouts! Treat yourself to a clean, healthy grill this season. Our steam bath process helps remove greasy buildup and harmful carcinogens. Grill healthier, better tasting food. Call Steve 314-452-7192 or visit www.bbqgrillco.com
Hard Work Yard Work
REMODEL & REPAIR Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Power Washing. Insured. Free Est. 37 Years Experience. Don Phillips 314-973-8511
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LAWN & GARDEN
HAJEK LAWNCARE Spring Special & Fertilization Programs. Full Service Maintenance & Lawn Care Provider. Weekly Mowing as LOW As $25! Fully Insured. Joshua 314-856-3544 hajeklawncare@yahoo.com
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FIXMYTURF.COM The Most Advanced Turf Care Alternative
314-827-5664
Everything for Your Property. Specialize in Design & Construction of Brick & Stone Walks, Walls, Patios & Pool Decks. 34 Yrs. Exp. Grass, Beds & Fertilization. Call George 314-567-6066
MORALES LANDSCAPING, llc Clean-up, Mulching, Weeding, Trimming, Tree & Brush Removal, Sodding, Retaining Wall, All Stone Work & More. Free Estimates. Hourly Rates Available. Jose 636-346-6923
314•276•0044 35 Years Experience
FREE ESTIMATES
MURALS • INTERIOR • EXTERIOR
O’BRIEN PAINTING & DECORATING, INC. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR Painting • Power Washing Wallpapering • Plastering
40 Years Experience Fully Insured • References J. KEVIN O'BRIEN, PRESIDENT
314-481-3500
SPRING CLEANUPS DONE RIGHT! Thorough & affordable. Yard & Flower Bed Cleanups. Leaves, Limbs, Storm Debris, Shrubs Trimmed, Light Hauling & Mulch Too! CHARLES 314-448-1051
ASTON - PARKER PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting Wallpaper Removal Staining & Powerwashing Insured & 30 Years Experience Free Estimates 314-766-2952 314-766-2962 alstonparker@hotmail.com
DBL GROUND OAK MULCH All Natural 12 cubic yards $475 20 cubic yards $775 Delivered & Spread for Most Standard Lawns 314-808-3330
JC PAINTS Interior & Exterior Painting Reliable, Clean, Reasonable & Insured. Call John for a Free Estimate Today! 314-703-2794 jcpaints@sbcglobal.net
SPRING Cleanup & Mulching! Lowest Prices in Town! Mizzou Crew Landscaping Call Jeff at 314-520-5222 Coupon/Video/Offer at: FASTandFREE.US/Lawncare.html
LADUE PAINTING Interior/Exterior 25 Years Exp. MA Historic Preservation EPA Lead Certified for Your Safety www.laduepainting.com Free Estimates 314 484-4993
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PAINTING MASTER ARTISANS INC. Quality Prep & Painting Wall Glazing, Marbleizing, Graining, Murals & More. www.masterartisansinc.com Jeff Baumgartner 636.225.5244
SENIOR SERVICES Stay in Your Own Home Respiratory & Home Equipment Needs
Installed by Off-Duty Firefighters Bath Safety • Lifts • Ramps
PAINTING, REMODELING, Carpentry, Wood Rot Repair, Tile Work, Flooring, Decks and Arbors. 17 Years Exp. Free Estimates. Call Kent at 314-398-2898 kenthallowell@yahoo.com
BemesHomeMedical.com
SERVICES THE WELL BEHAVED PET.... For all your home training needs. New Puppy, Puppy Mill, Rescue Dogs or Behavioral Problems. OH, DON'T FORGET THE CAT!!!! Call me, I can help. Laura @ 636-456-9993
TUCKPOINTING
Accessiblity Improvements by Bemes Home Medical
*Free Estimates* – 636.343.1100
PET SERVICES
TREES
$ CASH 4 OLD STUFF $ ————Light Hauling———— We Cleanup, Haul Away and/or purchase: Garage, Estate and Moving Sales! Also, Warehouse, Business & Storage Locker Leftovers!
Complete Tree Service for Residential & Commercial Tree Removal, Brush Removal, Pruning, Plant Healthcare, Deadwooding, Deep Root Fertilization, Stump Grinding, Cabling & Storm Cleanup Over 40 Years Experience For a free estimate call 314-426-2911 or e-mail us at info@buntonmeyerstl.com
FAY FURNITURE 618-271-8200 AM
Yucko's Your Poop Scoop 'n Service Free Estimates - No Contracts
314-770-1500 www.yuckos.com
"ALOHA" Personalized Pet Care To Your Specifications. Complimentary Mail & Newspaper Pickup. Light & Plant Service Included. Call 314-305-6478
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
MR. MOM'S HOME SERVICES: Window & Gutter Cleaning, Decks, Fencing, Houses, Concrete Power Washed and Sealed. Painting. Insured. 314-831-5597
Tree Service Professionals Trimming, Deadwooding, Reduction, Removals, Stump Grinding, Year Round Service & Fully Insured Call Michael Baumann for a Free Estimate & Property Inspection at 636.375.2812 You'll be glad you called!
314-725-6159 Tim Gamma SIMPLE MOVES We Specialize In Small Moves. We charge by the hour or the piece, house to house or room to room. Bonded & Insured. Packing Available. 314-963-3416 www.simplemovesstl.com
B.S. Horticulture Board Certified Master Arborist
Tom Gamma ISA Certified Arborist Fertilization, Trimming, Pruning & Spraying
www.gammatree.com
Trees Trimmed & Removed
LAKE PROPERTY IN WINE COUNTRY 27+/- Acres, 19.5 Acre Lake. Defiance, MO
$1,300,000
(636) 274-1378
Wendy L. Howell Realty 28133 West State Hwy. 94 Marthasville, Mo. 63357-3513 636-932-9937 Office 314-494-7747 Cell Broker Related
ALLEN'S HAULING SERVICE 15, 20 and 30 Yard Trash Containers. Hauling Service. No Job Too Big Or Small. Any Type of Trash Removal. 314-621-0481 or 581-7274
AAA COLLINS TREE & STUMP SERVICES Complete Tree & Shrubbery Care. Stump Removal, Deadwooding, Trimming, Cabling, Bucket Truck, Excellent Clean Up. 636-349-5945 Insured.
OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 pm 7145 Westmoreland, UCity Attractive 2 Story, Premier Street, Close to Clayton, WU & Forest Park. 4BR, 2BA, Natural Wood, Hrdwd Flrs, Frpl, Deck, Lge Lot & 2 Car Garage. Reduced $529,000 Allen Realty - Call Hack 314-644-4143 ï 314-517-4143
BRIAN'S HAULING "U Name It & We Haul It" 7 Days a Week - Same Day Appliances, Brush, Clean Outs, Demo, Basement & Garage, Etc. Brian 314-740-1659
For Sale By Owner DOWNTOWN PARKING LOT SE Corner 14th & MLK 64 spaces on .29 Acres $200,000 Call Teresa 314-556-6360
CUSTOM NEEDLEPOINT DESIGNER 28 Yrs Exp at Needlepoint Etc. Animals & Christmas Specialty. Call Liz 314-727-0547 or eoherin@earthlink.net
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TUCKPOINTING
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23 Years in Business! 9 Consecutive Service Award Winner '05-'13. Solid Tuckpointing & Spotpointing with Color Match. Chimney, Stone, Caulking, Brick Repair, & Waterproofing. Prompt Free Estimates. Fully Insured. A+ BBB 2011 Torch Award Winner (314) 645-1387 mirellituckpointing.com Credit Cards Accepted
COLLECTOR WISHES TO PURCHASE Gun Collections - Old and New Antiques of Any Type Fishing Tackle Call Steve Lapin 314-571-9427 SERIOUS COLLECTOR & HISTORIAN Will Pay Top $ for WWII Military Relic's. Swords, Daggers, Metals, Badges, Hats, Helmets, Flags & Guns. 314-249-5369
WINDOWS MASSEY TUCKPOINTING & MASONRY Tuckpointing, Chimney & Brick Repair, Caulking & Now Chimney Sweeping & Flue Re-lining. Winner of 2013 BBB Torch Award. $50 off $500+ 314-486-3303 masseytuckpointing.com TUCKPOINTING Chimney Repair, Glass Blocks, Brick Block, Stone & Stucco. Waterproofing. Insured. 40 Yrs Experience. Free Estimates. 314-910-3132 636-797-2947
WE DO WINDOWS Ambassador Window Cleaning Serving St. Louis' Finest Homes for Over 20 Years! $6.99 per Standard Window. Screens & Sills Cleaned for Free.
636-498-6006 M & P WINDOW WASHING & GUTTER CLEANING Reasonable Rates, Free Estimate, Angie's List, Insured, Dependable, Over 30 Years Experience & Ref's. Call Paul, 314-805-6102 or Mark, 314-805-7367
VACATION RENTALS SAUGATUCK DOUGLAS, MI 121 Lake Shore Dr. Charming Cottage, 5BR, 2BA, View of Lake, Large Screen Porch, Fireplace, Central Air, Private Beach, $2700 Wkly. Last Week of Aug & 1st Week Sept Available. Hack Allen 314-644-4143 ï 314-517-4143 Libby 314-565-5475 Jane 314-913-0960
SPRING WINDOW CLEANING & POWER WASHING ïExcellent Rates ïInsured ïImpeccable Ref's ïFree Estimates DILIGENT, LLC 314-771-6300 diligentllc@att.net
GULF COAST HOUSE Carillon Beach, FL, Destin Area 3BR, 3BA, 3 pools, tennis courts and so much more! Great Rates. Available NOW! Call Dave at 314-922-8344 For Pictures Please Visit www.vrbo.com/148365
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JP HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL Appliances, Garages, Houses & Eviction Cleanups. Batteries & Lawn Equipment. Miscellaneous Scrap Metal. Fireplaces, Large & Odd Items. Call 636-375-0987
Call for Details Wendy L. Howell, Broker, GRI, SFR Mo. Broker's License #1999013470
20+ Years Experience ALL WORK GUARANTEED Complete Home Tuckpointing Spot Tuckpointing w/ Color Match Chimney Repair & Rebuilding Patio & Sidewalk Repair Insured tuckpointingandmasonry.com 314-352-4222 MC & VISA ACCEPTED
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HARBOR SPRINGS, MI Cozy Cottage Ideally located 5 minutes walking distance from downtown Harbor Springs. 3BR, 2BA, large outdoor patio for entertaining and solitude. Email: cor526@aol.com
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