May 13, 2022

F R O M T H E C E N T R A L W E S T E N D T O C H E S T E R F I E L D, A N D A L L A R E A S I N B E T W E E N . | M A Y 1 3 , 2 0 2 2

The Fountains

Senior Livingg oof West Countyy

W h e r e r e s i d e n t s a r e Fa m i ly

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CONTENTS Front & Center

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CARNIVAL WITH A CAUSE

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LN contributor Drew Gieseke talks with the leaders behind the student-led ThurtenE Carnival, which took place from April 8 to 10 on Francis Field at Washington University in St. Louis.

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Kids MD Business Notes Lessons Learned Crossword Puzzle FEATURE: Women of Achievement

Gatherings & Goodwill

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Arts & Culture SUMMERTIME BLISS LN contributor Drew Gieseke provides readers with a number of ways to help kids fully enjoy the coming season’s freedom, from metro area activities to daytrips to summer camps.

On the Cover

Bach Society of Saint Louis Promise Community Homes Saint Louis Ballet

Design & Décor

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Local Eats Arts Speak Ready Readers FEATURE: Summer Fun for Kids

CHIC PEAK

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The Trio On Trend Design Elements FEATURE: STL Fashion Alliance

Audra Harrold, one of the co-founders of STL Fashion Alliance, chats with LN contributing writer Bethany Christo about her and partner Kristin Phommaly’s efforts “to collectively move the needle for St. Louis fashion.”

The Fountains of West County stands out from the second you step through its doors, with a continuum of care and a dedication to providing residents with a healthy and enriched lifestyle.

Learn more on Page 10. Pictured: residents Janet Meinhold, Patrick Schmiedeler and Barbara Underwood. Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett.

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FEATURED LISTINGS 1. 7365 Westmoreland Drive • U. City

4. 5720 Westminster Place • St. Louis

NEW LISTING! This home has been completely renovated from top to bottom, but still maintains the epitome of Old Hollywood featuring layers of custom millwork, leaded glass windows with intricate stain glass details, and gorgeous light fixtures. The floor plan has been reconfigured to accommodate today’s lifestyle with a large open concept kitchen, hearth room, Butler’s pantry, and family room with humidor, kitchen, and more. $1,999,999

2. 28 Willow Hill Road • Ladue

NEW LISTING! Prepare to be wowed by this exceptional renovation in one of Ladue’s premier neighborhoods. Every detail has been reimagined and meticulously executed to bring the most luxurious entertaining spaces and functionality to life. $1,250,000

3. 7733 West Biltmore Drive • Clayton 1. 7365 Westmoreland Drive • U. City

5. 10318 Jade Forest Drive • St. Louis

Updated, inviting, and truly a gem, this lovely home is a mustsee! The first floor has a center hall plan and boasts large living and formal dining rooms with beautiful hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light. $834,900

4. 5720 Westminster Place • St. Louis

NEW LISTING! The dining room and kitchen space will take your breath away. Custom cabinetry, gorgeous light fixtures, Sub Zero fridge, full-size temperature-controlled wine cooler, 36” oven, and so much more. $469,500

5. 10318 Jade Forest Drive • St. Louis

NEW LISTING! Meticulous, move right in! This home is ready for you! A welcoming front porch brings you into this well-cared-for 1 1/2 story home. Living and dining rooms flank the 2-story entry which leads you to a 2-story great room with a gas fireplace. $389,900

6. 28 Thorndell Drive • Richmond Heights 2. 28 Willow Hill Road • Ladue

6. 28 Thorndell Drive • Richmond Heights

NEW LISTING! Delightfully charming and stylish home with beautiful design finishes throughout. The private backyard boasts a spacious deck with an amazing outdoor kitchen and pergola overlooking the gorgeous pool and flagstone patio. $1,095,000

7. 614 Marshall Avenue • Webster Groves

NEW LISTING! A large living room with refinished hardwood floors and a fireplace welcomes you in. Beyond, the light and bright kitchen is perfect for the aspiring chef with lots of storage, ample counter space, and room for a table. $259,900

8. 6424 Pernod Avenue • St. Louis 3. 7733 W. Biltmore • Clayton

7. 614 Marshall Ave • Webster

8. 6424 Pernod Ave • St. Louis

NEW LISTING! Upon entry, you will immediately notice the stone fireplace, original stained-glass windows, beautiful hardwood floors, and stained woodwork all throughout the home. The living room leads to the dining room and the kitchen is just beyond. $229,000

ADDITIONAL AREA LISTINGS 7365 Westmoreland Drive (U. City) 44 Creekwood Lane (Ladue) 12 Southmoor Drive (Clayton) 651 W. Adams (Kirkwood) 115 Mason Ave (Webster Groves) 28 Willow Hill Road (Ladue) 28 Thorndell Dr. (Richmond Heights) 991 Delvin Drive (Town & Country) 108 North Bemiston Avenue (Clayton) 17 Upper Price Road (Olivette) 46 Willow Hill Road (Ladue) 6 Thorndell Drive (Richmond Heights) 7733 West Biltmore Drive (Clayton) 27 Maryhill Drive (Ladue) 418 Indian Hill Ct (Ballwin) 66 West Meath Ring (Weldon Spring) 225 N. Central Ave (Clayton) 1704 Black Twig Lane (Kirkwood) 500 North & South #102 (U. City) 421 Hackmann Lane (Creve Coeur)

$1,999,999 $1,699,900 $1,600,000 $1,349,000 $1,275,000 $1,250,000 $1,095,000 $1,075,000 $987,500 $925,000 $899,900 $839,000 $834,900 $795,000 $725,000 $700,000 $674,900 $585,000 $499,000 $480,000

5720 Westminster Place (St. Louis) 833 Woodruff Drive (Ballwin) 20 Sweetbriar Lane (Kirkwood) 200 S. Brentwood #15D (Clayton) 9 Country Club Terr. #9 (Glendale) 10318 Jade Forest Drive (St. Louis) 4534 Shenandoah Avenue (St. Louis) 17344 Hilltop Ridge Drive (Eureka) 14972 Water Ridge Court (Chesterfield) 11490 Double T Lane (Bridgeton) 605 Highview Circle Drive (Ballwin) 816 S. Hanley Road #6B (Clayton) 5623 Murdoch Avenue (St. Louis) 614 Marshall Avenue (Webster Groves) 7725 Devonshire Avenue (Shrewsbury) 207 Ambridge Court #202 (Chesterfield) 6424 Pernod Avenue (St. Louis) 6438 Hancock Avenue (St. Louis) 5745 Devonshire Avenue (St. Louis) 5649 Devonshire Avenue (St. Louis)

$469,500 $439,900 $439,500 $415,000 $399,000 $389,900 $385,000 $379,900 $350,000 $349,000 $324,900 $273,000 $264,900 $259,900 $250,000 $236,000 $229,000 $219,900 $219,000 $214,900

108 North Bemiston Ave • Clayton WALK TO ALL THAT DOWNTOWN CLAYTON HAS TO OFFER!

Stylish Old Town Clayton home benefits from the original 1920’s design and construction along with the additions and substantial improvements throughout the home. $987,500

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Starting on Page 22, meet the 10 honorees receiving Women of Achievement Awards this year, including health care professionals, nonprofit founders, advocates for social justice, mothers and more.

Contributing writer Alecia Humphreys gives a glimpse into each honoree’s volunteer and professional work, as well as what motivates a given honoree to address different communities’ needs.

Flip to Page 41 to read about two women who have taken the initiative to bolster St. Louis’ fashion industry by founding a new nonprofit, STL Fashion Alliance. In this feature, contributing writer Bethany Christo reports on how the organization aims to be a one-stop resource for anyone launching a career as a designer, as a model or in a related profession – while connecting experienced professionals with the resources they need to flourish in the metro area.

And for all those with kids who don’t have time to plan a summer full of activities, check out Pages 63 through 65 for a variety of family-friendly outings you can make happen any day of the week.

Contributing writer Drew Gieseke has compiled ideas for entertaining kids while they’re out of school, including summer camps, daytrips and half-day experiences.

As you read, I hope you feel as inspired as I was by the women gracing the pages of this issue and that their energy and dedication encourage you to make the most of every challenge – and to uplift others in the process.

Stay curious,

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LUXURY COLLECTION

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18218 HIGHWAY 100, Wildwood.

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23 Clermont Lane | NEW LISTING Ladue | $1,199,000

4466W.PineBoulevard,Unit14C |NEWLISTING CWE | $335,000

4101 Magnolia Avenue, Unit 108 | NEW LISTING St. Louis City | $189,000

9801 Log Cabin Court | NEW PRICE Ladue | $4,190,000

150 Carondelet Plaza, Unit 2701 Clayton | $2,699,999

801 S. Skinker Boulevard, Unit 17A St. Louis City | $1,895,000

147 Gay Avenue Clayton | $1,799,000

18218 Highway 100 Wildwood | $1,475,000

CONDOMINIUM/VILLA HOMES 4540 LINDELL BOULEVARD, UNIT 402, CWE. $519,000

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1751 EAGLE BLUFF DRIVE, St. Albans.

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1133 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

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9801 LOG CABIN COURT, Ladue.

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1339 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

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9147 CLAYTON ROAD, Ladue.

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625 MOREL COURT, St. Albans.

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150 CARONDELET, UNIT 2701, Clayton.

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1 LOT #1 MERLOT LANE ROAD, St. Albans.

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ON THE COVER The FounTains oF WesT CounTy

Residents Patricia Eichelberger and Barbara Schlumpberger

Prioritizing Compassion & Care

By Maggie Peters | Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

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here’s a lot to consider when moving yourself or a loved one into a senior living community, but what it all comes down to is the sincerity of the care it provides. Whether that care is for physical or mental aging or care for the quality of each resident’s day-today experiences, The Fountains of West County has made that sincerity its priority. The Fountains’ true love for seniors is apparent as its staff is dedicated to offering each resident a healthy, active and enriched lifestyle.

Locally owned and operated for almost 20 years, The Fountains of West County offers all of the best in senior living in a convenient west St. Louis County location. The owners are on-site daily, know each resident by name and own no other properties – making The Fountains their only priority.

“Our owners are genuinely invested in the community, the residents and their employers,” says executive director Julie Sanford. “I have been with The Fountains since 2005 and am proud to have experienced a long tenure with my staff, including managers, drivers, housekeepers and concierges.”

“For me personally, I do not feel like I am going to work every day – I feel like I am going to my second home,” adds Amanda Dees, director of marketing. “I feel so grateful to have the opportunity to be around this wonderful group of residents and staff. You feel the vibrance of the community the moment you walk through the door.”

On top of that, The Fountains provides a continuum of care; its distinct independent living, assisted living and memory care communities are all within the same campus, with affordable, all-inclusive monthly rental pricing to provide peace of mind for residents and their families as they plan for the future. There are no buy-ins or à la carte charges.

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The Fountains offers a variety of spacious floor plans and recently underwent an independent living expansion in late 2018, which added additional one and two bedroom upscale apartments that also include in-unit washers and dryers. The community even has a dedicated move-in coordinator that provides residents complimentary assistance every step of the way as they transition into their new home.

In order to strive to keep its residents as independent as possible, The Fountains offers a robust calendar of social and wellness activities which are available both within the community and as outings. A comprehensive transportation program is available for grocery stores, banks, post offices and more, and has no limit on the number of days it can take residents to medical appointments.

Upscale amenities and services are readily available, including restaurant-style dining options, an indoor pool and spa, movie theatre, art studio and game rooms, Kaldi’s coffee lounge, 24-hour concierge services, two beautiful courtyards with walking paths and much more. The entire community is the residents’ home to enjoy and live the stress free life they deserve.

“Our residents are truly family and they are valued,” concludes owner Barry Yoffie. “My father is a resident in our independent living community and it brings me great joy being able to see him participating in all of the amenities we have to offer.”

The Fountains of West County, 15826 Clayton Road, Ellisville, 636-779-2600, fountainsofwestcounty.com

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Business Notes Lessons Learned Crossword Puzzle FEATURE: Women of Achievement

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KIDS MD

ALLERGY RELIEF

By Dr. Joseph Kahn

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he grass and trees have gone green, flowers and other flora are blooming – and all of us with allergies are suffering.

Every season brings its own allergy challenges. Trees dominate in the spring, and grasses in the summer. In the fall and winter, we need to be aware of weeds, molds and indoor allergens.

Pollens from budding trees, sprouting grasses and overgrowing weeds are the major allergens responsible for spring allergy symptoms. Although tree pollens reduce as temperatures rise, grasses and weeds irritate all summer long. Outdoor molds appear in the spring, persist through the summer – especially if it’s a wet one – and thrive until the first frost. The more time we spend outside in the spring and summer, the more likely we are to be exposed to these irritants.

There are many medications for allergy relief – both prescription and over the counter. Some are pills, some eyedrops and some nasal sprays. Many

of these are quite effective and have minimal side effects. If you have symptoms, discuss these with your doctor.

What else can you do to avoid allergens and limit symptoms? Consider these suggestions: When mowing the lawn or raking leaves, use a face mask if you are especially allergic to grasses, molds and weeds. An N95 respirator or other mask works well to filter out the particles that cause allergic reactions, and now we’re all familiar with such protective equipment.

Remove pollen from your skin, hair and clothes by washing or showering when you come inside.

Remove wet, decaying leaves from your lawn, flower beds and gutters. Molds love living in these wet areas that accumulate through the winter.

When you get in the car and turn on the air conditioning, leave the windows down for a minute or two to let any accumulated mold or pollen disburse.

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Keep your windows closed and air conditioning on, even if it’s a spectacular day.

Wash bedding in hot water weekly to kill dust mites and remove any pollen.

With some common sense, proper precautions and the help of medications (when needed), we should be able to enjoy spring and summer. If your symptoms persist, though, please contact your doctor.

For more information, visit mercy.net/ laduenews.

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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.

The World Famous

Saturday, June 4, 2022 10am-5pm

An event not to be missed!

This year, we also welcome back the popular outdoor Antique Fair, as well as numerous other favorites, including: • Tour of 8 unique city gardens • Local food & beverages • Music in the plaza • Outdoor living vendors • Classic Trolley • Vintage Packard Club Car • Historic 1860’s baseball • Evening concert & more

$15/person $20/person day-of Purchase: www.lafayettesquare.org/housetours Questions? housetour@lafayettesquare.org

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A NEW ADVENTURE

By Alecia Humphreys Photos courtesy of Build-A-Bear Workshop

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early 25 years ago, Build-A-Bear Workshop opened its first location in the Saint Louis Galleria, and now it’s branching out with a new concept: Build-A-Bear Adventure. The first-of-its-kind experience is, as of this spring, available only in the metro area, according to a press release.

“We wanted to create a new space for BuildA-Bear fans – a place where families, friends and organizations can enjoy the Build-A-Bear experience but in a more curated way,” says Chris Hurt, chief operations and experience officer for Build-A-Bear. “Parties have always been an amazing part of our workshop experience, and this larger space allows us to expand our offerings and [is] curated to the needs of our guests.”

Hurt says Build-A-Bear Adventure, which is located at 17353 Edison Ave. in Chesterfield, offers a private workshop experience, private party rooms, the Build-A-Bear Bakeshop experience, selfie rooms and an arcade.

“The space captures all the fun and excitement of a traditional Build-A-Bear Workshop location in a new, fresh way,” Hurt explains. “There is a full workshop with all the elements that you know and love – from the Choose Me Wall, where you can select your new furry friend, to the stuffers, where we bring the furry friend to life and do

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the iconic Heart Ceremony, to a full selection of clothing and accessories. We also have three private party rooms, a bakeshop-themed room, selfie rooms and a full arcade!”

Hurt describes Build-A-Bear Adventure as the perfect place to host a party.

“We have a number of party packages to choose from to fit any budget,” he says. “We also offer events throughout the week like Bear Builder University, where you can go behind the scenes to make your own furry friend; Camp Cupcake, where you can decorate (and eat!) a jumbo cupcake with the help of a master decorator, or Adventure Days, when we have fun activities and crafts.”

And it’s the abundance of amenities – in addition to the traditional workshop experience – that he believes makes Build-A-Bear Adventure stand out.

“There is something for everyone,” Hurt says.

“And just like every visit to a workshop, each visit to Build-A-Bear Adventure will offer something new as we introduce new furry friends, new cupcake designs at Camp Cupcake and fun activities during Adventure Days. With the variety of activities available, as well as our partnership with local vendors like Sarah’s Cake Shop in Chesterfield, [it] allows you to create the perfect experience no matter the occasion!”

Build-A-Bear Adventure, 17353 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, 636-237-6101, buildabear.com

LESSONS LEARNED

Community Carnival Returns

By Drew Gieseke Photos by James Byard, Washington University in St. Louis

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or the past century (and then some), students at Washington University in St. Louis have organized a festival to entertain the public. Dubbed ThurtenE Carnival, this annual event recently returned to campus after a two-year hiatus, with an even greater focus on celebrating the diverse community at Wash U in specific and in the metro area in general.

“We were thrilled this year to have cultural performances from student groups like WU Fuego, WU Bhangra and many other cultural performances sponsored by Gephardt Institute and Center for Diversity & Inclusion,” says Shreya Gaddipati, a student organizer who helps run the event’s public relations and marketing.

During the festival, attendees are invited to enjoy amusement rides, participate in student-made game and food booths, witness multicultural performances and engage in other activities. This year’s event took place April 8 through 10 at Wash U’s Francis Field.

And although the event’s roots date back to the turn of the 20th century, it wasn’t until the 1970s that carnival organizers shifted its focus toward more philanthropic goals. The entertainment is still abundant, but now it’s for a good cause.

This year, ThurtenE selected Welcome Neighbor STL as its community partner for the event and donated all net proceeds from the carnival to the nonprofit. The organization supports and partners with refugee and immigrant families to empower them with opportunities in St. Louis and surrounding areas.

During ThurtenE, organizers from Welcome Neighbor STL shared their mission and sold meals representing a wide swath of cultures represented in the metro area.

“We chose Welcome Neighbor STL in particular because they support and welcome new cultures to the city, as well as make an impact on the St. Louis community,” says Kathryn Reisner,

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also a student organizer who helps run ThurtenE’s PR and marketing.

Because of COVID-19, the 2020 event was canceled, marking only the third carnival cancellation in history – the other two cancelations caused by World Wars I and II, according to the ThurtenE website. With fewer restrictions in place and vaccines in abundance, organizers felt it was time to safely bring back the festival this year.

It’s a privilege that the team behind ThurtenE takes to heart.

“This year was unique in many ways, as we readapt to being in person,” Gaddipati reflects.

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“It is an event that unites us and brings joy to everyone involved,” Reisner adds. “Most importantly, we hope [the] carnival brings joy to the St. Louis community and continues to be a source of many fond memories for the years to come.”

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The organizaTion recenTly honored 10 area women for Their leadership and viTal work in The communiTy. Since 1955, the Women of Achievement awards have honored some of the metro area’s extraordinary souls who embody the organization’s mission of exemplary service and leadership – and the 2022 class is nothing short of stupendous.

“We’re humbled by the honorees’ extensive volunteer efforts,” Pam Toder, Women of Achievement president, says. “Whether it’s starting a nonprofit organization to help domestic and sexual abuse survivors or providing free art lessons and artistic activities to promote healing among cancer patients and their caregivers, these volunteers have made a tremendous impact in the St. Louis community.”

Judith R. Arnold

communiTy BeTTermenT After reading a news story critical of north St. Louis’ neighborhoods, Judith Arnold, an urban planner by trade, set out to change the narrative.

“I found an unused and abandoned streetcar trail connecting seven neighborhoods east to west and just north of the ‘Delmar Divide,’” Arnold reflects. ‘Delmar Divide’ refers to Delmar Boulevard as an informal racial separator between neighborhoods directly north and south of it. “Here is where revitalization would take place.”

Arnold gathered residents and approached the Great Rivers Greenway with a goal to build a 3.5-mile greenway on The Hodiamont Tracks, and it was approved.

“I would say that we will be starting construction in 2023,” Arnold says.

“We’ve had parties on the tracks a couple times, and residents are excited.

This project is a catalyst for change.

“Now we are working on breaking down the ‘Delmar Divide.’ Those seven neighborhoods are experiencing a resurgence and helping to rebuild the city of St. Louis.”

Cynthia R. Bennett women’s advocacy After Cynthia R. Bennett became a victim of domestic violence, she knew she couldn’t stay silent.

“I decided that I do not want another woman to be so blindly in a situation where they had no knowledge, no training, no awareness,” Bennett says. “I started working with women who were going through those types of situations – talking about what to look for, how to report it and how to get out.”

Bennett founded the nonprofit JADASA, an acronym for Journey Against Domestic and Sexual Abuse, in 2002. The organization’s mission is to assist “abused and neglected women and teens with overnight emergency stays, support resources and community education to promote a positive and productive future,” according to its website.

“A lot of women who go through this basically think, ‘Oh, my life is over.

How am I going to start over?’” Bennett says. “I always want to give them the hope and the encouragement to know you can start over.”

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Vicki M. Friedman artS & health

At a young age, Vicki M. Friedman found passion in art. “Getting lost in the creative process is a joy that I am grateful to be able to experience every day,” Friedman says.

She’s not just experiencing it but sharing it through her nonprofit, Arts As Healing Foundation. The organization “offers cancer patients and their caregivers an opportunity for creative expression and fulfillment by providing free art lessons and a variety of other artistic and educational activities,” according to its website.

“Being able to share that experience with others and to see their eyes light up is magical – especially when it comes to bringing people together who are dealing with a chronic, serious illness,” Friedman says.

This experience is something she understands firsthand.

“Having dealt with cancer twice myself, I feel very strongly about the therapeutic benefits of art,” Friedman says. “Bringing art into infusion centers, waiting rooms, chairside treatment environments, Zoom and in-person studio classes, I always pause for a moment to see and feel the people change focus, seek a creative avenue and be part of something bigger than themselves.”

Peggy Holly

Volunteer leaderShip Peggy Holly’s impact as a volunteer results from her connecting with a variety of organizations.

“My volunteer experience has really been about making connections: to frame an effort, to bring more resources and to bring people to the table,” Holly details. “Whether it’s STLPR [St. Louis Public Radio], Craft Alliance, Reparative Justice Coalition-STL, Habitat for Humanity-STL, Prison Performing Arts, Union Avenue Opera, Duo Dogs or Stray Dog Theatre, connecting people and organizations creates leverage and elevates everyone participating.”

Holly encourages everyone to find a cause they care about and connect with an organization that’s addressing that cause.

“St. Louisans are extraordinarily generous with time and treasure, but when someone says, ‘I don’t know what to do,’ I ask, ‘What makes you angry? Is it that children go to bed hungry in our community? That students can’t read at grade level? That 37,000 U.S. veterans are homeless?

That systemic racism is embedded in our society?’ Figure out what makes you angry, and go fix it,” Holly says. “Our community has room for – need for – all sorts of volunteers.”

Rene Howitt

Youth & FamilY WelFare Rene Howitt’s introduction to child welfare appeared on her doorstep – quite literally.

“Two children landed on our doorstep on Christmas Eve night back in 1999,” Howitt says. “My family spent three years trying to lift the parents up so that they could provide for their children. When it became obvious that the parents’ behaviors weren’t going to change, I made a call to the Missouri Child Abuse [& Neglect] Hotline.”

Howitt says this experience made her realize the problem doesn’t necessarily stem from inadequate government-sponsored children’s divisions or family courts, but rather from a lack of parenting education, which is why she founded the nonprofit COPE24 in 2009.

“We promote the need to make parenting and child-development education a priority in our nation’s high schools,” Howitt says. “Our goal is to break the generational cycles of family dysfunction by educating our teens on the tremendous responsibility of parenting.”

Cheryl E. Orange

Social reSponSibilitY Cheryl E. Orange says her parents instilled a sense of service in her from the start, so it should come as no surprise that she’s dedicated her life to service, both in her occupation and in volunteerism.

Orange has served as a lieutenant in the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and treasurer of the Ethical Society of Police, which aims to address race-based discrimination within the department; as the cochairperson of the St. Louis Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s Emergency Response Team; and as founder of STL’s Finest Skate Crew and Rollin’ for Backstoppers, both of which increase awareness of The BackStoppers nonprofit organization.

“We wanted to educate, as well as really motivate, the minority communities to get involved in supporting the [BackStoppers] organization,” Orange says. “Being in law enforcement for 33 years, I have just seen the devastation of what human beings do to other human beings, so I just try to be loving and kind because it doesn’t cost you anything.”

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Wilma Saunders Schmitz health advocacy

A social gerontologist by education and trade, Wilma Saunders Schmitz has always been passionate about serving people as they age.

“When you look at the spectrum of health, it begins before birth and ends at death,” Schmitz says. “If you can’t afford health insurance, where do you get health care?”

This has motivated her to serve on the board for Family Care Health Centers for more than 20 years, on the Missouri Primary Care Association patient and board member committees and as a leader in the National Association of Community Health Centers’ committees.

“Federally Qualified Health Centers [community-based primary care providers in underserved areas] are so vitally important, and it’s our goal to make sure people have quality care,” Schmitz says. “We will be working hard to make sure we take care of the community.”

Dr. Sunitha Thanjavuru

Multicultural leaderShip Dr. Sunitha Thanjavuru grew up in a small community in India whose only doctor was her father.

“Patients would come knocking at our door during all hours of the days and nights,” Thanjavuru recalls. “My dad, with the help of my mother, would wake up and address all their medical needs no matter how late or how early it was. My parents never thought to turn away a patient because the need to serve others was encrypted into the fabric of our family.”

And, ultimately, became “encrypted” in Thanjavuru, as well.

“Although this sparked my love for medicine, it showed me that to serve others goes beyond just a profession,” Thanjavuru says.

Thanjavuru works as an anesthesiologist at Mercy South Hospital and serves as co-director for community outreach for Bal Vihar of St. Louis, a nonprofit that provides Indian cultural education to children. She is also a partner at and vice president of South County Anesthesia Associates, as well as the only woman on its executive board.

“To see change is to start change,” Thanjavuru says, “which is why I continued my parents’ mission, and my kids continue mine.”

Julie J. Williams

educational enrichMent When Julie J. Williams welcomed a little girl with Down syndrome into the world about 19 years ago, she soon recognized a need for scholarly support.

“We realized that she was going to need extra support outside of school to learn how to read and to understand her math,” Williams says. “Since I’m not an educator, I had no idea how to teach someone to read, let alone someone with a disability. And we felt like we really needed to better understand how she would learn.”

Her experience led to her founding The Maren Fund, a nonprofit offering academic support for children with Down syndrome and their families in St. Louis and the surrounding areas. In 15 years, it’s grown from a small pilot program of just 12 children into nearly 200 annual enrollments in 14 different classes.

“I didn’t intend for this to become this big … I just did this for my daughter,” Williams says. “It’s been the best experience of my life getting to watch so many kids and young adults learn, grow and form lifelong friendships.”

Nancy Wolff

Spirit of GivinG Nancy Wolff remembers when she was first asked to volunteer at TEAM Food Pantry in Florissant, but little did she know then that her one day of service would ultimately turn into more than 15 years of service.

“I just fell in love with it,” Wolff reflects. “It’s just a wonderful organization with kind, caring people who are family-oriented. It’s just a wonderful way to give back to the community.”

After 10 years of service, Wolff was elected to serve as the executive director for TEAM (an acronym for “The Emergency Assistance Ministry”), a role she has been in for six years now.

“When clients come in to receive food, they will say, ‘You don’t know how much I need this,’” Wolff says. “Some will cry when they see the amount of food we’re able to give them. They’re just overwhelmed and just really don’t know how to express the gratitude. You can just tell we are needed.”

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Mary Beth Benes brings her lifelong knowledge of St. Louis to the real estate business by providing invaluable advice on schools and neighborhoods.

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Opening her first restaurant in 2013 with the help of Kickstarter, today Katie Collier owns two restaurants and a national frozen pizza line.

Collier’s modern interpretation of Italian cuisine, combined with her business acumen, has earned her several awards, including Chef of the Year five times.

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“One of the best parts of my job is getting to pick out a lot of the plants that we bring into the nursery,” says Andria Graeler. “From Tennessee to southern Oregon and northern Washington, we try to pick out the very best selection of plants for our customers!”

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OWNER, ST. LOUIS ESTATE BUYERS 70 West County Center, Suite 1290; 43 South County Center Way; 314-691-2888, stlouisestatebuyers.com

Maria Lambert discovered auctions after 15 years as a programmer and was instantly hooked. “My hobby has quickly morphed into a business,” she says. “We now have two stores, and we will still sell on eBay and a few other sites and venues. It has been a fun ride, and I get to shop for a living!”

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Dr. Becky Lynn, M.D., is the founder of Evora Women’s Health, bringing holistic health care solutions together in one supportive space.

Having left traditional health care because she felt she couldn’t provide the high caliber of health care that women deserve, Lynn provides comprehensive care that includes nutrition counseling, life coaching, personal training, massage, yoga and more.

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From the inception of Marcia Moore Design, Marcia Moore’s goal was to be known for creating inspired, unexpected and joyful spaces. Moore’s team combines her unique perspective and vision, Kathleen Matthew’s experience and creative design sense, and Chelsea Wilkins’ youthful enthusiasm and attention to detail to create a trifecta design experience.

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OWNER AND EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, ACCUCARE HOME HEALTH CARE 1185 N. Price Road, 314-692-0020, accucare.com

AccuCare Home Health Care is a family-owned business established more than 28 years ago by founder and owner Jacque Phillips, RN, BSN, in order to give its clients and their families peace of mind by providing the finest private, in-home health care, in their homes, on their terms.

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As owner and manager of Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath, Jenny Rausch specializes in making any space feel like nothing ordinary. Through her leadership skills, Karr Bick has been recognized locally, featured on the cover of several regional magazines and expanded to offer a range of design services.

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PARTNER, MANAGING DIRECTOR AND WEALTH MANAGER, PLAZA ADVISORY GROUP, INC. 101 S. Hanley Road, Suite 1350, 314-726-0600, plazaadvisors.com

“I’ve enjoyed working in financial services for over 40 years,” says Judy Rubin. “When I went through a divorce many years ago, I realized that there was a void of financial advice for women. I’ve made it a priority to help women in that situation. It’s gratifying to help families navigate life transitions.”

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With more than 15 years of experience in the banking industry, Allie Willibrand strives to create a positive experience as a mentor, manager and community volunteer.

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There are also two tall, spacious linen pantry cabinets on the other side of the vanities.

“That gives [the homeowners] lots of storage,” Murphy notes. “[The project] was a hard one because it’s this historic home, and I love them, but they come with the challenges, oftentimes, of not having the abundance of space. But I’m so pleased with it. I don’t think you could have thought through a better space plan for the homeowners and what they wanted to achieve.”

here’s no denying that the inside of this bathroom is a beaut – but can you believe that in its previous life, the chamber was an outdoor second-story deck?

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“And what we were able to give these homeowners out of that teeny little space, I think, is a miracle.

She’s got a private toilet room, a sizable shower, just really charming cabinetry. You’re surprised by how great the space is with what little they had to work with in the beginning.”

Murphy says the homeowners were hoping for a contemporary look that was also unique and that flawlessly fit the historic Webster Groves home.

“We incorporated black and white, which is timeless, with the European-type color cabinetry,”

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Fashion

Renaissance

By Bethany Christo | Photos courtesy of STL Fashion Alliance

Get ready, Get dressed, Go! A new nonprofit is empowering locAl professionAls to lAunch successful cAreers in fAshion.

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on’t call it a comeback. The co-founders of STL Fashion Alliance don’t just want to reestablish St. Louis as a nationwide fashion mecca alongside the likes of New York City or Los Angeles, they want this city to have its own fashion identity, its own appeal – its own brand, if you will.

“We are dedicated to our part of the fashion ecosystem and are working with other fashion organizations, businesses, networks and schools to collectively move the needle for St. Louis fashion,” says executive director Audra Harrold, who co-founded the nonprofit with director of operations Kristin Phommaly earlier this year. “This joint effort will ultimately keep our talent here, attract outside talent and spotlight St. Louis as a significant fashion city.”

Both Harrold and Phommaly have experienced the barriers to entering the industry. Both had their own apparel brands, while Harrold also worked with the Saint Louis Fashion Fund and Phommaly ran Factory Fashion, which was made up of fashion shows and night markets.

“Over the years, we’ve noticed a disconnect in the local fashion communities – almost to the point of competition and to the detriment of the fashion community at large,” Harrold says. “Through our various roles in the industry, we’ve come across so much talent here that we couldn’t help but to bring everyone together to work in harmony.”

STLFA started with a phone call between the women late last summer.

One of the first things they did was connect with organizations such as the Saint Louis Fashion Fund and businesses like Stars Design Group, a global apparel design and manufacturing house, to clarify the new nonprofit’s goals and objectives.

One of the biggest unmet needs they’re addressing relates to finances and inclusivity. “We understand the sticker shock of the price of entry for someone just starting out in the fashion industry,” Harrold says. “It is very important to both of us that cost should never be an issue to connect, learn and grow.”

Thus, membership in STLFA is free and open to all. Any local fashion professional can head to the website and enter their info to be added to the online directory – an all-in-one resource for both professionals and the public to seek out and connect with a seamstress or designer, say, to create a dress; with a photographer, stylist or model for a shoot; with writers or event producers; or with marketing and branding executives. Members are also invited to all STLFA events, which include happy hours, First Fashion Fridays, educational classes and grant opportunities such as pitch competitions and portfolio submissions.

One high-impact opportunity for members is the chance to be one of the rotating 10 designers featured in the just-opened Fashion West showroom at West County Center. Although not a retail space, Fashion West is an information and innovation center for designers to market themselves and their work for three months at a time. Anyone can stop by to learn about the designers and give feedback on displays – and any STLFA member can use the space to host an event, meet with clients for fittings, set up a meet-andgreet, and engage in other activities.

Yasi Fayal is one designer whose work is being featured through July in the Fashion West showroom. The Iranian American splits her time between

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Tehran, Milan and St. Louis and has known Phommaly and Harrold for a few years.

“Both Kristin and Audra are amazing, kind, talented individuals with a longtime dedication to the fashion community in St. Louis,” Fayal says.

“They have been a huge help to starting my career here.”

Fayal launched her brand, MAANG by Yasi Fayal, in 2016. Her designs play with shape and volume and feature geometric elements that balance “Oriental tradition influences with contemporary styles.” The pieces on display at Fashion West come from Fayal’s “From Suspension to Movement” collection, which explores the theme of a woman who, “lost in her seemingly unattainable dreams, discovers the power and vision to move toward achieving them.”

With Fashion West in particular and STLFA in general, Fayal has gained many opportunities for outreach and growth via her peers and the public alike: “It provides a space for comments and feedback from colleagues, shoppers and others who have interest in this field. It’s also a great place for networking and collaboration within the [St. Louis] fashion community.

Joining the many talented fashion professionals through STLFA has felt likee aan exciting restart for the local industry after the hard times of the pandemic.”

In addition to spurring the restart Fayal mentioned, Harrold and Phommaly hope to empower local fashion professionals to achieve their potential. “We are impressed and inspired constantly when we see a new look, or a new collection or photograph,” Harrold says. “These creatives wo ork so hard. Seeing that pushes us to do our part to assist. This reminds us whyy we are here doing what we do every day.”

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June 3: First Fashion Friday From 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., mingle at Evolution St. Louis, a high-tech knitting facility in the Grand Center Arts District.

2023: St. Louis Fashion Week returns, with STLFA partnering and working closely with the long-missed and highly anticipated event.

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hen it comes to home remodels, there is more to consider than just the final product. While homeowners would love to snap their fingers and have the new space of their dreams, there are many steps between Point A and B. Aptitude Design + Build takes every one of these steps into consideration and works with the client to ensure that the process is just as polished as the result.

“We take the overwhelming feeling of not knowing where to start, and we really simplify that whole process to make it enjoyable and fun for our clients,” says Matt Mierek, Aptitude’s founder and president. “When people want to redo their spaces, they don’t know the specifics of what they want.

We’re able to focus that and find the nitty-gritty of what they like and don’t like.”

In 1999, Mierek started Aptitude after realizing that there was a gap in the market for innovative design and quality craftsmanship at a budget people could afford. Aptitude handles both commercial and residential design, with the latter involving everything from kitchens and baths to additions and whole-home remodels.

Aptitude stands out not only in helping clients realize their vision but in how the business expertly makes that vision a reality. “What I do, making ideas, is cool, but at the end of the day, if you don’t have people who can take that and make it reality, then the first part of that process isn’t going to work very well,” Mierek says. “When we’re building, our guys are really good at seeing that finished end product in the beginning; they’re good at taking something that’s on paper or an idea and making it a reality.”

Furthermore, Aptitude makes sure the time it takes to create a client’s ideal space is as painless as possible for the client. Whether it’s by keeping

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a shower or toilet hooked up as long as possible throughout a bathroom remodel or keeping a kitchen sink even when demoing the rest of the kitchen, Aptitude understands what homeowners will be missing most during a project and works around it in a thoughtful manner.

“It’s easy for a construction company to forget about that side of things because, for us, we do it all the time and know what to expect, but a lot of homeowners don’t, so we lay this out to the client and help through that whole process,” Mierek says.

Aptitude Design + Build cares about making its clients happy, both in the final design and in every step along the way. Call today to learn what it can do for you.

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The Dos and Don’ts of Your Bathroom Remodel

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our bathroom might not be the largest room in your house, but there is no shortage of things to consider when planning a remodel. From the plumbing fixtures to space for storage, Mosby Building Arts is ready to walk homeowners through getting the most out of their new bathroom.

With a small space, such as a hall bath, the colors and patterns make a huge difference in how large the room feels, but it also serves as a great space to try something new from fun wallpaper to unique tiles.

“I try to start with a neutral palette and let the client lead if they want to go bolder with colors,” says Mosby designer Jenn Lewis. “We find where they want to have fun, such as an eye-catching shower area or a focal wall by the vanity.”

Lewis adds to focus not only on the outward appearance but also the quality of the materials used, so you can enjoy your new space for as long as possible. This includes sourcing plumbing fixtures directly from plumbing suppliers that use a longer-lasting brass interior, using wallpaper that is rated for wet spaces on feature walls to avoid peeling, and spending the extra cash on a timeless vanity that will last.

In a recent bathroom remodel, Lewis and Mosby project manager Eric Perkins updated a

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corner vanity for a more modern look and added a wall cabinet to create more storage while keeping the double sinks – a big plus in a master bath.

“We also put away the makeup vanity and replaced it with a stack of drawers,” Lewis says.

“It made a huge difference in the feel of the space.”

When it comes to the shower and tub area, it’s important to keep at least one tub in the house for resale value, while others can be swapped with a sleek, zero-clearance walk-in shower area that utilizes seamless materials like onyx for easy cleaning. Using a hinged-door to create more room to walk in will also serve you well as you age.

It’s also important to consider that not every bathroom in your home is the same and follows the same rules. A barn door, for instance, doesn’t provide the privacy you would want in a hall bath but can work in a master, and can help conserve space. Mosby designers can help you navigate through the dos and don’ts while incorporating your style in the space.

Look to Mosby Building Arts to work with you and create the bathroom that both looks and functions the best for your home now and into the future.

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estled in a lovely neighborhood, this charming Richmond Heights property is home to stylish finishes and a traditional floor plan perfect for family and friends to gather. Entertain in the large living room with a fireplace or spend an evening reading in the attached study. As temperatures rise, you can enjoy evenings on the deck off of the spacious family room. The renovated kitchen is a dream, opening up to the dining and family room areas and featuring stainless appliances, granite counters and a wine fridge. Unwind in the luxurious main-floor master suite, which includes a large jetted tub and shower, as well as two oversize custom closets. Upstairs you’ll find three more bedrooms and two full baths, and the finished lower level includes a family room, full bath, bar area and wine cellar. The private backyard boasts an amazing outdoor kitchen and pergola overlooking the gorgeous pool and flagstone patio.

This 5-bedroom, 4 full-bathroom and 1 half-bathroom home in Richmond Heights is listed at $1.095 million.

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23 BROOKWOOD ROAD | TOWN AND COUNTRY

Mary Beth Benes Coldwell Banker Realty – Gundaker 314-707-7761, marybethbenes.com This award-winning home features a stunning great room with a wet bar and 2-story Palladian windows, a designer kitchen, and a vaulted hearth room highlighted by floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The master bedroom suite includes a direct vent fireplace, beautifully appointed bath and French doors to the deck.

1971 NIGHTINGALE COURT | O’FALLON

Mark Gellman and Neil Gellman The Gellman Team eXp Realty 314-310-7609, thegellmanteam.com, 1971nightingale.com Situated in the Birdsong Meadows subdivision, this home includes a vaulted sunroom, gourmet kitchen, master bathroom with heated floors and a Victoria Albert soaking tub, and a finished lower level. The spectacular outdoor living space features an in-ground pool, pergola, and fire pit.

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Enjoy a fantastic eat-in kitchen which opens to a large living space with a built-in desk area and access to the patio. The lot is fabulous with an in-ground pool, updated patio, and an abundant amount of green space.

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL

BACH SOCIETY OF SAINT LOUIS

A FOOL’S FÊTE Photos and story by Christina Kling-Garrett

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he Bach Society of Saint Louis hosted its annual gala, themed “A Fool’s Fête,” at The Saint Louis Woman’s Club on April 1 to celebrate the birthday of J.S. Bach. The event, which supports the society’s efforts to provide musical experiences for the community, invited guests in creative cocktail attire to mingle with one another and enjoy an evening of entertainment. During dinner, singers from the society performed an homage to Stephen Sondheim, and later, Stephen Eros directed the ensemble in several other numbers, including “You Gotta Get a Gimmick” and “Getting Married Today.” Keith Tyrone Williams emceed the event, and Anne von der Heydt chaired.

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The gala provides additional funding to support our mission of bringing choral music, not only of J.S. Bach but other contemporary composers, to the community. Part of our mission is also to provide enriching educational experiences to the community. We have been reaching out to music educators to determine how we may assist them in their music programs, and funding from the gala is important to that effort.

Of course, the gala is also a festive opportunity to feature our musicians and socialize with our patrons.

– ANNE VON DER HEYDT, EVENT CHAIR

Helene and A. Dennis Sparger

Ryan and Denise Wilson

Lauren and Matt Brickler

Keith Williams, Melissa Payton

Rick Burk and Darwin Tanguilig

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Daniel Weller, Alex Wulff, Margaux Weller, Shephali Wulff

David and Teresa Schulz

Denise Sullivan, Cheri Otzenberger

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL PROMISE COMMUNITY HOMES

SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW GALA Photos and story by Christina Kling-Garrett

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romise Community Homes hosted its 26th annual gala in early April at the Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel St. Louis in Maryland Heights. Guests sipped cocktails and perused a varied selection of silent auction items. Rene Knott emceed the evening event, and Joan Perry served as its chairperson.

Matthew Thayer was honored with the Humanitarian of the Year Award, and Joelle Fousé was recognized for her many contributions to the organization. After dinner, guests bid on live auction items and danced to the sounds of Rhythm of the Night. Promise Community Homes helps adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities find housing of their choice, regardless of income.

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success that will benefit the lives of over 300 residents.

I am truly touched to see the generosity and support of our community that helps us keep the promise of home. We are especially grateful to the Gertrude and William A. Bernoudy Foundation for being a foundational sponsor of the gala.”

– ERIN EBERHARD, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Amy Eovaldi, Lindley James

Brigitta and Daniel Tomasi

Meghan and Chris Barbour

Nathan and Lauren Hemesath

Andy and Lindsey Niemeier

Kelli and Mark Yaeger

Jason and Erin Eberhard, Lisa and David Dickerson

Mike and Jenny Gardner

Alana Pease, Sara Ruby

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL SAINT LOUIS BALLET

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riends of the Saint Louis Ballet gathered at Neiman Marcus in early April at Plaza Frontenac to celebrate the kickoff of the Starry Night Gala, which the nonprofit ballet company hosts in May. Company dancers modeled spring fashions as guests learned about the latest trends.

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The Saint Louis Ballet is privileged to honor one very special person at our gala this year whose support and guidance has been critical to our growth from the beginning – Mary Strauss.

You know her as the brilliant visionary who saved the PHOTO BY SUZY GORMAN treasured [Fabulous] Fox Theatre from the wrecking ball and paved the way for Grand Center Arts District. She has also been instrumental in providing opportunities for youth throughout our city. And I, like so many, am fortunate to know Mary as a friend, mentor and incredible supporter of our arts community.

Laurie Lock, Nancy Jatcko, Gen Horiuchi, Susan Bindler, Sarah Glasser

Stephanie Randall, Melissa Merlin

Brooke Meek, Alexandra Kalwerisky

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LOCAL EATS

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By Mabel Suen

rea aficionados of Peruvian cuisine likely rejoiced late last December, when Jalea debuted in St. Charles with a selection of culinary delights – including, of course, the seafood-and-citric-acid dish ceviche.

The restaurant – whose menu also features other entrées, small plates, snacks and desserts – comes from chef Andrew Cisneros and his sister, Samantha “Mimi” Cisneros. Andrew Cisneros previously has worked in such local kitchens as Elaia, Privado, The Saint Louis Club and Original J’s Tex-Mex & Barbecue, where he made a name for himself with his Peruvian rotisserie chicken pop-up, Brasas.

“Growing up in the ’90s, Peruvian cuisine was unheard of here,” Andrew Cisneros says. “It’s always been a family dream of ours to open up a restaurant, and that just stuck with us.”

Jalea fills the space previously occupied by sushi restaurant The Red Sun. Its exposed brick walls feature paintings and black-and-white photographs by local Peruvian artist Carol Lara.

Cisneros describes his and his sister’s vision as a “cevicheria-inspired concept in a bistro setting.” They keep the menu purposely small to accommodate fresh catches of the day.

Tiradito, for instance, involves rotating sashimi-style ceviche. One week it might involve Japanese amberjack; the next week, tuna with accouterments like citrus marinade, avocado, sesame, radish, cucumber and puffed rice.

The restaurant’s fried-seafood namesake dish, jalea, plates components like flounder, shrimp, calamari, yucca, plantain chips, Creole salsa, classic tartar and citrus-aji mayo.

Additional menu mainstays include lomo saltado, with stir-fried rib-eye, the sauce/paste aji amarillo, red onion, tomato, beef tallow potatoes, garlic rice, a soft-boiled egg and saltado stir-fry sauce. Another large-plate highlight, the stew

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carapulcra, comprises braised pork belly, a sundried potato-bacon mix, garlic rice, country salsa and mint.

“It reminds me of my grandma cooking sun-dried potato stew,” Cisneros says. “When there is an overharvest of potatoes in Peru, they cook them and put them out in the sun to dehydrate them until they’re as hard as crystal.

Once rehydrated and cooked, they have a really unique texture. Our version is very hearty, and guests who try it for the first time fall in love with it.”

From the bar, visitors can choose from a selection of craft beers, natural wines, cocktails concocted with the South American brandy pisco and nonalcoholic beverages, such as the Peruvian

lemon-verbena soda Inca Kola.

On other fronts, Brasas will tentatively make a comeback at Jalea, as well: Cisneros plans to offer his Peruvian rotisserie chicken on the menu a few times a week.

“I hope we can reach out to the community and get them to try some of this amazing food that our country has to offer,” Cisneros concludes.

“We source everything carefully, from the fresh fish we buy every day to craft beers selected from incredible microbreweries. We want everyone to have a unique experience here. We want to be able to offer them something special.”

Jalea, 323 N. Main St., St. Charles, 314-303-0144, facebook.com/jalea.stl

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‘Inside the Box’

By Bryan A. Hollerbach Photos courtesy of Maxine Thirteen

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mong the metro area’s younger visual artists, St. Louisan Maxine Long, better known as Maxine Thirteen, enjoys a fairly high profile for her intriguingly stylized neo-representational paintings – a notion reinforced by the exhibition “Inside the Box” on display at the 31art gallery in St. Louis’ North Hampton neighborhood through May. “Inside the Box” comprised 13 geometrically layered minimalist portraits born of the COVID-19 lockdown two years ago. Like any bona fide artist, she chose to open herself to the experience.

“The series began with my self-portrait ‘25,’” Thirteen relates. “I created it at the beginning of the lockdowns in March of 2020, commemorating my 25th birthday. The style I chose represented my unwillingness to show my full self to those around me, as well as the new inability to show oneself due to the dangers and restrictions that the pandemic presented.

“Suddenly, when the option was taken away, I felt more inclined to want to be seen.”

The paintings in the series suggest something akin to regimented impasto and operate almost as the antithesis of trompe-l’oeil – denying by their very three-dimensionality that painterly technique’s customary illusion of 3D on the picture plane.

“When I first started painting in oils, I practiced and experimented on these tiny, 2- by 2-inch canvases,” Thirteen continues. “Building a larger portrait out of those tiny squares seemed like an interesting way to nod to my beginnings as a painter, while embracing a more substantial and challenging project.

“Expressing the collection by means of boxes seemed apt, given that, especially during the lockdowns early in the pandemic, I felt that I was stuck in a box. As the collection expanded, the conceptual meaning behind the boxes expanded, as well – growing into a sort of metaphor for the various compartments inside of my head.”

The series’ creation, she recalls, proved variously cathartic. “Each piece in the series began with a clear thought, memory or feeling in mind, which I had been ruminating on during the pandemic,” Thirteen says. “Each concept then had to be interpreted through the constraints of the minimalist style, which provided a creative challenge, as well as a more abstract way to express personal feelings.

“There were a lot of things throughout the pandemic that I couldn’t exactly process at the time, but the collection provided a platform

for me to explore complex emotions through colors, shapes and glimpses of human expression. This act of translating what was in my head through a specific, creative and hands-on process helped me to make sense of my own thoughts.

Each time I finished a piece in the series, I could let go of the particular feeling associated with it and move forward to process the next.”

Of the 13 paintings, five have already sold, Thirteen says, adding that “the remaining pieces will likely end up back in my studio following the exhibit.

If the right opportunity arises, I do plan to submit them to other local exhibits where they seem relevant…

I regularly update my pieces on display at 31art gallery.”

This month, two paintings from “Inside the Box” – including “25” – will appear in the St. Louis Artists’ Guild’s “New Perspectives in Drawing and Painting” exhibition, running from May 20 to June 18.

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pril showers have brought May flowers. Look beyond the blooms to discover a world of wondrous life above and below the soil. These featured books may entice young and old alike to become garden enthusiasts.

“In a Garden” by writer Tim McCanna and illustrator Aimée Sicuro explores the flora and fauna of garden life over the course of a year. McCanna’s short rhyming stanzas convey the changes seen across the seasons. Sicuro’s watercolor art adds dimension to the story by depicting not only the insects, birds, flowers and vegetables mentioned in the text but also the humans who regularly enjoy the community garden.

As readers follow the horticultural life cycles poetically described, Sicuro offers another evolution under way:

A pregnant mother, experiencing the changing garden with her first child, eventually brings a newborn to share the magic. More than 15 types of insects are mentioned by name, along with almost a dozen types of flowers and vegetables seen growing, making “In a Garden” a lovely

introduction to the wonders of nature.

Children who enjoy digging in dirt and studying small creatures might also like “Over in the Garden” by teacher-turned-children’s-writer Jennifer Ward and illustrator Kenneth J. Spengler.

Ward has published more than 25 books, many of which are insightful and engaging nonfiction titles for children.

“Over in the Garden,” like many of Ward’s works, combines science, nature, math and literacy to engage young readers in enjoyable learning.

This captivating counting book features brightly colored and detailed images by Spengler, who provides readers with a closeup view of insects rendered in opaque watercolor gouache. Using the rhythm, rhyme scheme and repetition of the traditional children’s song “Over in the Meadow,” Ward and Spengler have created a book that may have even the most squeamish children asking to explore insects.

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ith summer just around the bend, parents and kiddos alike will no doubt be in search of fun things to experience while school’s out.

For exciting activities, convenient daytrips and stimulating summer camps, consult this handy list for a primer on family-friendly entertainment throughout the coming season.

METRO AREA ACTIVITIES Have only a few hours to spare? Check out these local activities for fun ways to fill any summer day.

Visit Grant’s Farm

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When was the last time you took your kids out to this treasured attraction? Explore this 280-acre estate to get up close and personal with a variety of animals, from goats and horses to bison and even chinchillas. In 2022, the attraction will celebrate its 68th season with tons of memorable summer experiences, including private tours, a Clydesdale Close-Up Tour, animal encounters and more.

Grant’s Farm, 10501 Gravois Road, St. Louis, 314-843-1700, grantsfarm.com

Play at City Museum Another family favorite, City Museum is a must-visit for children. While inside this once-abandoned warehouse, kids can let their imaginations run wild by climbing, sliding and riding throughout creative and engaging installations. There’s hardly a better way to spend the day. If you prefer more structure and context, opt for a walking tour with Maria Cassilly, the chief archivist and tours manager who’s worked at the museum since 2006. Tours just started this spring and are offered for an additional $7 plus tax on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Book your date and time at citymuseum.org/tours.

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Embark on a Doughnut Tour Give in to your child’s sweet tooth – and maybe your own – by taking a tour of some of the metro area’s most popular doughnut shops. Donut Drive-In offers delicious sweet treats and plenty of charm in a retro building, and the artistic creations at Vincent Van Doughnut will have your youngsters asking for more. In Florissant, fans go wild for Old Town Donuts, a longstanding institution that’s open 24/7.

SUMMER CAMPS Want something a bit more educational for your kids this summer? These institutions offer seasonal camps that teach, engage and inspire youngsters.

Center of Creative Arts For more than 35 years, the Center of Creative Arts has enriched the lives of St. Louisans from every age and walk of life and continues to offer a wide variety of camps this summer. Camp courses cover everything from ballet and street art to fashion and culinary arts – ideal for burgeoning young artists ages 3 through 18. Camps start May 31 and run through Aug. 19 and are taught by professional artists and teachers – many of whom work as exhibiting artists or performers throughout the metro area.

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Saint Louis University Help your kids beat summer boredom by signing up for one or more of Saint Louis University’s camps or summer programs. SLU offers more than 60 programs for kids in pre-K through high school, including camps that cover fascinating subjects like medical and surgical procedures and coding introductions. Most camps begin in June, with varying durations lasting into August.

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DAYTRIPS Families looking to get out of the metro area and breathe fresh air need look no further than these three easy-to-make daytrips.

Alton, Illinois Begin your Alton adventure with a visit to the National Great Rivers Museum, an interactive attraction that offers more than a dozen hands-on exhibits detailing the history and importance of the Mississippi River. Next, grab a lunch bite at one of the many local restaurants, such as The Brown Bag Bistro. Finally, finish your trip by checking out the downtown antique district – known as Arts & Antique Row – where treasures await for shoppers of every age. The best part? You can find this gem just across the river – only a 30-minute drive from Ladue.

Columbia, Missouri Located about two hours west of Ladue, this college town is a fun place to spend a day with young ones.

Start with a breakfast bite at old-school diner Ernie’s and a jaunt across the stunning University of Missouri campus. Then make your way to Rock Bridge Memorial State Park – home to the super cool Devil’s Icebox cavern – and finish the trip with a slice or two from the beloved Shakespeare’s Pizza.

Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau, 300 S. Providence Road, Columbia, 573-874-2489, visitcolumbiamo.com

Sullivan, Missouri Located just an hour southwest of Ladue, Meramec Caverns’ cave complex stretches past the height of a seven-story building, making it the largest commercial cave in the entire state, according to its website. Beat the heat by descending beneath the rolling hills, where it’s a brisk 60 degrees year-round, and enjoy guided walking tours of this natural marvel.

Additionally, families can enjoy zip lining, panning for gold and floating on the Meramec River.

Meramec Caverns, 1135 Hwy. W, Sullivan, 573-468-2283, americascave.com

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