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RESETTING OFFICE SETTINGS

LN regular Brittany Nay polls sources at half a dozen of the metro area’s largest organizations to learn how the novel coronavirus has altered operations at their offices and when (or even if) they expect those alterations to end.

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Against the Odds Business Notes Crossword Puzzle FEATURE: The New Workplace Kids MD

Gatherings & Goodwill

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Design & Décor THE TRIO Perhaps nothing speaks to casual summer decadence as seductively as a chaise lounge, like the one shown here by Lexington, from LN‘s weekly sampler of three top home furnishings chosen by our doyenne of domesticity, Nancy Robinson.

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Mighty Oakes Heart Foundation

Arts & Culture

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The Trio On Trend FEATURE: Micro-Weddings Design Speak

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DINNER TO GO

Dinner to Go Home Cooking FEATURE: St. Louis Shakespeare Festival Ready Readers

After too long a time, writer/photographer Mabel Suen returns to LN‘s pages to direct the magazine’s readers to The Midwestern Meat & Drink in downtown St. Louis for barbecue, catfish strips and chicken tenders, among other vital victuals.

McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care has had to adapt in both big and small ways to face the challenges of COVID-19. On Page 6, learn what changes the senior living community has put in place to ensure the safety of its residents and to keep them active and engaged. Photo by Westrich Photography.

“Enjoy life’s simple pleasures. We love walking the many paths throughout the courtyards looking for a new brood of ducklings.” — Celia & Salvatore, Residents

WE ARE THE GATESWORTH FAMILY. We are grateful for our residents and their words of wisdom, and we celebrate their resilience and positive outlook. While life looks a little different right now, the spirit of our community is thriving, and our commitment to exceptional and personal attention remains steadfast. As a trusted expert in senior living, we invite you to learn what life at The Gatesworth is all about. Call us today.

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he COVID-19 crisis has changed the way many run their businesses in order to optimize public safety. This is especially the case for McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care. The senior living community has been adapting to the new challenges presented by the pandemic, while still striving to create an atmosphere for residents that is both peaceful and active. “It has been a challenging time balancing health and safety with engagement and fun,” says executive director Laura Ritthamel. “I am grateful to our dedicated team and understanding residents in helping us to accomplish this goal.” Ritthamel believes open communication is key in reassuring residents, families and staff and that by keeping everyone informed of what is being done to combat COVID-19, McKnight Place can ensure that everyone feels like a part of the team. “I feel as though our residents and families’ needs have evolved through this time, but the communication has truly been essential,” Ritthamel explains. “I send weekly --if not more frequent -- communication to our residents and families, just to keep everyone updated.” McKnight Place has adapted in various ways after the pandemic hit in March 2020, including increased ive hand-sanitizing stations and practicing ut ec x e , social distancing. It also continues to offer l me L aur a Ritth a daily activities for residents, all of which have been modified for safety. “When we started this journey, we thought it would be fun to have themed weeks,” Ritthamel says. “These involve various resident and staff events throughout the week. We have had weeks about travel, St. Louis, camping, wild animals, the Olympics, outer space, beaches, the circus, games, school

days, and a patriotic week. This helps us to incorporate different themes into our trivia, music topics, creative arts projects, technology, games, puzzles, etc. Likewise, we have had special treats along the way, including Ted Drewes, Pretzel Pretzel Pretzel, Sia’s Italian Ice, and weekly themed cocktails.” McKnight Place has continued to host modified special events as well, including courtyard concerts, where residents watch and listen from their apartments, a glow-in-the-dark parade, and a traveling firework show. As it’s adapted, McKnight Place continues to listen to what both residents and families need most. “We are all in the same situation – residents, families and staff alike,” Ritthamel says. “I think we have found support in one another. From emailing an especially sweet picture of a loved one to a family member, to sitting and visiting with a lonely resident, to sharing a note of thanks written to our staff. Our community has really come together to support one another.” Residents at McKnight Place are able to remain engaged physically with therapy services, walks in the courtyards, and daily exercise sessions. Each day residents are given “Perplexing Puzzle Packets,” in addition to other stimulating programming, to keep them engaged mentally. Nursing staff have also continued to closely monitor residents, taking into account how the pandemic has impacted everyone differently. To help keep residents social, McKnight Place uses FaceTime, Zoom, phone calls and window visits with family and friends, thereby allowing for communication while also staying safe. “The window visits especially have been very sweet,” Ritthamel says. “Residents have ‘met’ great-grandbabies [and] seen loved ones and furry friends. Many tears of joy have been shed at the window – it has really been a positive experience for our residents and their families.” McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care has adapted how it runs business to continue giving residents the best senior living experience possible. Although COVID-19 has created an unpresented situation, Ritthamel is confident that McKnight Place will come out strong on the other side. “Expectations are always changing,” she says. “We are up for the challenge.” McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care, Three McKnight Place, St. Louis, 314-993-3333, mcknightplace.com

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The world has changed this year, and it’s still changing. The way we celebrate, the way we work, the way we shop – it might all never be the same again. In this issue, we covered some of the ways area residents and businesses have been adapting to the times. Starting on Page 14, LN regular Brittany Nay relays the many ways some of the metro area’s biggest employers have pivoted the way they do business – and some of the changes to their workplaces that might remain permanent. And then, starting on Page 27, LN digital editor and staff writer Andrea Smith details the heartwarming “micro wedding” trend of area couples reimagining their celebrations to be safer for their families and friends. For those desperately missing our local arts scene this summer, LN copy editor and staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach interviews a leader of St. Louis Shakespeare Festival about what fans can expect from the troupe’s upcoming season, starting on Page 38. Also, be sure not to miss all of the articles in this issue that might help you adjust to the new normal as well, including pieces on planning your financial future in uncertain times, on-trend picks from local boutiques that you can purchase online or via curbside pickup, and an inspiring inside look at a local COVID-19 patient’s journey. And, as always, stay well,

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Against the Odds Business Notes Crossword Puzzle

FEATURE: The New Workplace

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AGAINST THE ODDS

Nathan Walker By Amanda Dahl

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erhaps no one better understands how hard the pandemic has hit the metro area than healthcare workers. When the first wave of patients entered SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital in St. Charles, nothing could prepare caregivers for what was ahead. But as hope faded in the hospital’s designated COVID-19 ICU, one man, Nathan Walker, entered near death – but left as an inspiration to all. “I see nurses at the end of their shifts, after wearing masks all day long, and their nose bridges are raw, their faces bruised,” critical care nurse manager Jessica Smith says. “It physically hurts them on top of emotionally exhausting them.” “We saw many patients who weren’t improving,” ICU nurse Kyle Ebert remembers. “It was a helpless feeling. To have someone go from as bad as it can get to going home, it gave us hope that we can help.” Walker travels fulltime for his career as a safety manager in construction and can visit his family – including four children – only every three weeks. Once notified that he had been in contact with a coronavirus carrier, he went into the recommended two-week self-quarantine. The 41-year-old had no comorbidities – but the virus hit hard. “On Day 12, I noticed a jump in my temperature,” Walker says. “On Day 14, I was only [at the ER] a few hours when they told me I was going on a ventilator.” The ICU team proved pivotal not only in caring for Walker but also in providing comfort to his family from afar. “Every time I called the hospital, the doctors were kind and compassionate and told me the truth when I needed to hear it,” Walker’s sister, Kimberly Monzon, says. “It was so hard to be separated from [Walker, but] the nurses made it feel like we

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were in the room with him.” The nurses turned on pay television channel CMT after Monzon shared Walker’s interests. They shared video of Monzon and her husband, both opera singers, singing a gospel song from Walker’s youth. One nurse sat and prayed with him after Monzon asked about chaplain services. At his worst, Walker lay on his stomach in order to provide more circulation to his lungs. The day the breathing tube was finally removed, Walker immediately had something to communicate. “I kept thinking he wants this tube out, he’s

got to be so angry,” Ebert says, recognizing that patients often feel confused from sedation. “Most patients don’t understand what is happening or why they can’t do stuff on their own. [Walker pointed at the letters on an alphabet board], and he spelled out ‘thank you.’ The way I felt about that … I teared up.” The hospital’s caregivers make diaries for patients to help them with memory loss and temporary delirium resulting from time spent in critical care. Inspired by this, Ebert suggested the team make Walker a scrapbook to provide him with a visual aid of those who took care of him. The team greeted him and Monzon on a Zoom teleconference call recently, allowing Walker for the first time to match faces to the voices he remembered. SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles, 300 First Capitol Drive, St. Charles, 636-947-5000, ssmhealth.com

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mid the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s difficult to plan ahead, especially when it comes to finances. However, some advisors call this the best time to think about your financial future. LN recently spoke with Nikki Newton, UMB Bank’s president of private wealth management, who shared how a financial advisor can help you evaluate where you are today – and where you want to be in years to come. Why is it important – in today’s uncertain times – to have a financial advisor? Amid today’s economic climate, the one thing you can control is how you react and how you’ve prepared, and an advisor can build your plan with these things in mind. If you’re left to your own devices and don’t have a plan, this could lead to knee-jerk reactions to developments, such as volatility in the stock market. A plan can help people not panic and remember that they’re still inside their band of risk tolerance. Think about where we were a year ago versus now – you would have missed out on returns if you were scared. We’re not saying don’t pay attention to the stock market – if you have a plan, though, you can be less concerned about this current environment because plans are already designed with asset-price devaluation built in. What is the difference between planning-led and portfolio-led management? Whether you are thinking about job security, your retirement or your financial portfolio, uncertainty surrounds us right now. Simply counting on investment performance goals is not a true financial plan. Instead, focus on your personal plan and how well you are sticking to it. Planningled needs to be more important than portfolio-led management, and times like these prove this concept. How can financial advisors help clients today and for their financial futures? A financial plan should fit your unique lifestyle, as well as your shortand long-term goals. [Advisors start with] a financial review of your current assets, debts and income to determine the variables that can influence your plan’s success. [Then,] discuss your concerns, especially how the current environment will impact your future, as well as your passions, plans and issues to help shape and define your financial journey. Some of these discussions will include your family, career, lifestyle and retirement goals. An advisor can play a key role in not only helping to design your financial plan but empowering you [to] stick to it and adjust as needed to meet your financial goals.

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A few of the metro AreA’s top employers shAre how CoVID-19 hAs ChAngeD theIr offICe settIngs – possIbly for gooD.

s the metro area’s major employers weather the COVID-19 pandemic, they are putting people first. From socially distant office spaces to virtual services hosted from home, the safety of employees, customers and communities is at the forefront of their new normal. Metro area-based company Enterprise Holdings implemented remote working for employees of its local administrative offices and corporate campuses in early March that will continue at least through the summer. At Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch locations that remain open to serve customers, temporary operational changes include curbside rental transactions. “Each of our vehicles is thoroughly cleaned between every rental and backed with the Complete Clean Pledge, [including] washing, vacuuming, general wipe-down and sanitizing with a disinfectant that meets leading health authority requirements, with particular attention to more than 20-plus hightouch points,” says Margi Dolan, vice president of human resources at Enterprise Holdings’ corporate headquarters. Edward Jones, which has more financial advisors than any other firm in North America, has enhanced its digital offerings to better serve clients during the pandemic. As its staff of about 4,500 backoffice associates in Des Peres and Maryland Heights and 1,500 financial advisors from its client-facing branches work from home, they are virtually communicating with clients. “Our firm’s client base spans a wide demographic with many different needs and expectations, and we are tailoring our response to fit their needs,” principal Jodi Gay says. That client response includes Webex videoconferencing between clients and their advisors, as well as 24/7 account access through online portals and mobile apps. “Once we reopen the physical branches to our clients, the experience would look pretty seamless – appointments would be scheduled in advance, and we would practice social distancing,” principal Samantha Muncy comments. Bayer was one of the first major employers in the metro area to

ask most of its staff – at the North American headquarters of Bayer Seeds and Traits in Creve Coeur (the former Monsanto campus) and the research and development facility in Chesterfield – to work from home, says spokesperson Susan Luke: “Those who are able to perform their jobs at home are doing so; those who are required to be in an office or other site to perform their duties are doing so, under very comprehensive, [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]-led precautions.” And the company’s use of technology has only intensified during the pandemic, Luke says: “We have always used technology to reach our customers, who are farmers who spend a lot of time in the field.” As Boeing evaluates the COVID-19 situation in the metro area and around the world, its local production staff is back at work producing F-15 and F/A-18 aircraft and more. “While our production team is back at our facilities, more than half of our employees will continue to telecommute for the time being,” says Boeing spokesperson Charles Bickers. “Production operations continue, with priority being on the health and safety of our employees and safety protocols, such as social distancing and in-house cleaning.” At Husch Blackwell, one of the metro area’s largest law firms, with 18 total offices across 10 U.S. states, most employees have been working from home since St. Patrick’s Day. “The same is true of many of our clients,” says office managing partner Bob Tomaso. “We have learned to hold virtual meetings, virtual depositions and even ‘appear’ in court by video.” After the pandemic subsides, the firm will be analyzing survey results from its staff and expects many of them will continue to prefer periodic work from home and have less need for office space, which Tomaso says will save costs, but the question of whether that sacrifices company culture may need evaluation. Thompson Coburn – another one of the largest local law firms, which also has offices throughout the nation – employed an expanded remote work platform to allow its attorneys and staff to virtually serve clients from their homes. “As a result, we have had thousands of Webex videoconferences and conference calls and haven’t missed a beat,” says firm chair Tom Minogue. So while some things at the metro area’s major companies have changed because of COVID-19, local leaders say their business models have remained the same. For Thompson Coburn’s part, Minogue says: “We are totally committed to providing exceptional legal services to our clients across the country.” Bayer, bayer.us Boeing, boeing.com Edward Jones, edwardjones.com Enterprise Holdings, enterprise.com Husch Blackwell, huschblackwell.com Thompson Coburn, thompsoncoburn.com

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KIDS MD

Teaching

INCLUSION By Dr. Joseph Kahn

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imes like these make it crucial to talk about teaching inclusion to our children. For many weeks now, because of COVID-19 reportage, we have all likely spent many more hours than usual watching television and, therefore, have viewed many subsequent images of protests in response to racial injustice throughout the nation, as well as the rioting that has occurred. Many of us – and possibly our children – have viewed violent videos and disturbing images on TV or social media. Learning beliefs and developing a code of ethics, for children, is much like learning a language. For kids, it happens early by observing the behavior of adults. Children under the age of 3 may not understand what they see on a screen, but they will note your response to it. They pick up on fear, anger and anxiety in your voice and actions. As a result, this is the time to teach all children about inclusion versus separation based on stereotypes and about tolerance versus intolerance. For the youngest, reading books to and with children that feature characters of many races and backgrounds is one way to teach them to welcome differences.

By age 12, many children have become set in their beliefs, and change will be difficult. Well before that time, adults need to engage their children when distressing events are seen. Focus on addressing their fears and questions, but also elicit their thoughts by asking open-ended questions like “Why do you think people are angry?” or “What do you think protesters are feeling?” Have open discussions with your children, of all ages, and you can influence how they treat others of all races, genders, religions or any other identifiers that are used to divide us, as well as how to celebrate diversity. Although change does not come easily in American society overall, with children, we have the opportunity to change the future.

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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he Gatesworth is working harder than ever not only to keep their residents safe, but also to keep them feeling connected with their families and the community. “Residents and families have been extremely supportive and cooperative with the challenges during the last few months,” says executive director Carrie Montrey. “Our staff has worked very hard to provide a safe environment for our residents [and] they have expressed gratitude for living here during this time and shared their past experiences on getting through hard times.” A free booklet, “Words of Wisdom”, is available for download on The Gatesworth’s website. Created during the pandemic, the booklet allows for residents to preserve their knowledge and stories and share them with friends and family. Residents speak about enjoying the little pleasures of good books and long walks, as well as continuing to follow their passion for anything from poetry to painting to piano.

Staff at The Gatesworth listened and learned from this wisdom to help create the best independent lifestyle experience for residents. “Our staff genuinely cares about our residents and knows each of them very well,” Montrey explains. “The main focus during this time is to be sure each resident is well and staying as connected as possible with family.” In order for residents to keep in contact with others, many are embracing new technology for the first time. The staff offers technological help and are on-hand to educate residents on using FaceTime, Skype, Zoom and others, thereby enabling them to hold video chats with friends and family, as well as attend meetings and book discussions with the rest of the retirement community. For family and friends who want to visit in person, window and patio visits are available and allow for safe communication for everyone involved. “Our residents may not be physically able to see

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their families, but they are socially active with them [as well as] with friends and neighbors.” Montrey says. “We also enlisted a ‘Care Team’ comprised of staff members, each assigned a group of residents to check on several times per week with phone calls and personalized notes.” The Gatesworth has always strived for residents to feel at home in its community, and that mission has been even more important during the pandemic. “The last three months have centered [on] ways to stay connected with our residents,” Montrey says. These efforts have included everything from live music performances in the courtyards by local bands such as the Kevin Mitchell 4 and humorous cut-outs of famous people moving through the building, to hosting weekly themed parades led by the management team, who cheer and wave at residents on their balcony or patio. Themes so far have included “beach” and “fiesta,” bringing vibrant summer joy to everyone in quarantine.

Residents of The Gatesworth are also able to stay active through the walking trails available on the grounds, as well as using the gym – currently open by appointments. The art room and gift shop are also open for residents to visit. The Gatesworth also continues to make life easier for residents during these challenging times through employing personal shoppers and food delivery services. “We may be physically distancing, but we’re [staying] connected,” Montrey says. With staff and residents working together to stay safe and stay connected, The Gatesworth is committed to keeping the spirit of the community alive, no matter the challenge. The Gatesworth, One McKnight Place, St. Louis, 314-993-0111, thegatesworth.com

Products & Services FOR SENIORS By Amanda Dahl

‌Friendship Village Chesterfield 15250 Village View Drive, 636-242-5039, friendshipvillagestl.com/assisted-living Friendship Village Chesterfield is excited to announce the opening of its brand-new Assisted Living & Memory Care building this September, providing seniors with an independent lifestyle and all the care they need. The new building will incorporate the latest in wellness programs and innovative technology, plus partnerships with national research organizations.

The Gatesworth One McKnight Place, 314-993-0111, thegatesworth.com Committed to keeping the spirit of its community alive, The Gatesworth works together with residents and staff to ensure everyone stays safe and connected throughout the pandemic. Walking trails and gym appointments allow for an active lifestyle, while personal shoppers and food delivery services keep residents in their preferred comfort.

McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care Three McKnight Place, 314-993-3333, mcknightplace.com Adapting business to the public health crisis, McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care continues to find a way to best serve its residents. Through modern technology and window visits, families and residents can connect in a safe and socially distant manner. Modified special events and innovative programming keep residents active, mentally and physically.

Mari de Villa 13900 Clayton Road, 636-227-5347, maridevilla.com Celebrating 60 years, Mari de Villa opened in 1960 with 26 rooms. Today, the senior living community boasts 22 acres, complete with 54 independent living, condominium-style units that range from 1,000 to 3,300 square feet. Fred and Mary Kay Wiesehan lead with love, providing outstanding nursing care and guest-driven activities.

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Medical West Healthcare Center 444 S. Brentwood Blvd., 314-725-1888, medicalwesthealthcare.com A veritable health care shopping mall awaits … Discover orthopedic braces, stockings, breast prosthesis, washable underpads, free samples of pull-ups, lift chairs, bath safety and mobility products! Known for its wide selection, the Medical West Healthcare Center is locallyowned and respected since 1955, with 31 masked staff members ready to assist.

Lisa Nelson & Missy Fish Laura McCarthy Real Estate 314-477-8580 (Nelson), 314-956-0022 (Fish), lauramccarthy.com, missyfish.net Senior real estate specialists Lisa Nelson and Missy Fish guide you through the “7 Steps to Clear that Clutter.” If you are considering a move or find there are too many things taking up space in your life, these REALTORS will provide the expertise to acquire less stuff and more happiness.

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I‌ ndoor and outdoor furnishings in the prettiest blue palette create a delightful coastal vibe.

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The Tommy Bahama Cypress Point Ocean Terrace all-weather wicker chaise lounge by Lexington features rear wheels, so lifting the front to reposition is easily achieved. The fiveposition tilt offers flexibility for reading, relaxing or enjoying the sun. (shubertdesign.com)

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‌ n par with recent ’80s nostalgia, rainbow patterns are enjoying a moment – and with the way O 2020 has been going, the vibrancy, hope and cheeriness integral to such patterns seem to be the perfect treat for summer. All of the items below support local business and can be bought in the store, online or via curbside pickup.

Rubyyaya blouse, $139, Vie Boutique (viestlouis.com)

ELAN wrap, $40, Ivy Hill

Spiritual Gangster sweatshirt, $99, Cha Boutique

Billabong bikini, $65.95 each, Splash

Bag, $58, Ivy Hill

Wooden Ships sweater, $130, Ivy Hill

Earrings, $44, Cha Boutique ELAN skirt, $73, Splash (splashtribe.com)

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A lot of people, including myself, get wrapped up in the big things about planning a wedding, and they often forget what it’s about.” – Lauren KLamen Pictured with husband chad

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he wedding invitations displayed May 24, 2020, in gold foil lettering. University City resident Lauren Davis slid the elegant slips of paper into blush pink envelopes, preparing to send them to a couple of hundred friends and family members. “Am I going to go through with this?” she wondered. It wasn’t cold feet that caused her to hesitate; it was COVID-19 creeping through her city. She weighed the options with her fiancé, Chad Klamen. Today, she still has a stack of unused invitations – and a new last name. On May 24, the two said “I do” in front of just 17 people, settling for a modified version of their original plan. They’re planning a larger celebration for September 2021. Changing plans didn’t set well with Lauren Klamen at first, but she says she’s glad they didn’t “delay a good thing.” “A lot of people, including myself, get wrapped up in the big things about planning a wedding,” she says, “and they often forget what it’s about.” “I just wanted to marry her, and I didn’t care if we could do it in front of five people or 500 people,” Chad Klamen adds. Couples and wedding vendors nationwide are adapting to rapidly changing expectations for what a modern wedding should look like. St. Louis city and county restrictions continue to change in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, while attempting to return to a sense of “normal,” but no matter where you go, large gatherings are still frowned on. Cecily Hoffius, co-owner of The Venue at Maison du Lac in Catawissa (roughly 37 miles southwest of Ladue) and Ces & Judy’s Catering in St. Louis, says her team has been working with couples to reschedule weddings amid the pandemic, and they’ve organized a package for those interested in a “micro-wedding” or elopement. By partnering with vendors such as St. Louis’ STL Wedding Celebrant and Be Lovely Photography, The Venue at Maison du Lac can offer a small celebration in a “serene, outdoor setting,” Hoffius says. “We are trying to be as flexible as we can to accommodate whatever people want to do, so we’re offering the micro-wedding and elopement packages as ideas,” Hoffius explains. The elopement package allows for a 2-hour private rental with six guests, a short-but-personalized ceremony, a 30-minute photography session, a small cake from St. Louis’ Cake House Design, a bottle of Champagne and a take-home meal by Ces & Judy’s

Catering. A micro-wedding, by comparison, has a guest allowance of up to 25 people. Hoffius says she and her team also offer ceremony livestreaming and meal delivery for guests who cannot attend. Package pricing starts at $795, according to the website. St. Louis native Emma Gassett and her fiancé, Matt Kunkel, had plans for a large wedding in Kunkel’s hometown of Long Island, New York, but after much deliberation, they decided to postpone everything from March 2020 to July 2020, and then again to April 2021. Gassett says their original vendors accommodated the postponement, relieving the pressure to plan an entirely new wedding. Gassett and Kunkel met in 2014 while working at The Muny in St. Louis; Kunkel was a directing intern for the musical Tarzan, and Gassett was part of the cast. They began dating in the summer of 2016 and were engaged two Emma Gassett and Matt Kunkel Photo by Studio 27 Photography years later. Because they’re already living together in New York City, they decided it wasn’t worth forcing a wedding during the pandemic. “We’re happily co-existing in our 650-square-foot apartment for the past three months of quarantine, and we haven’t killed each other yet,” Kunkel jokes, but says really: “If we can do this together, we can do anything.” They were also concerned for their family and other guests who would have to fly to New York. “Why should we make our family choose between our wedding and their health? It’s truly life or death,” Kunkel says. She adds that the timing just wasn’t right. “Leading up to the wedding in February and March, I was very stressed about last-minute details,” Gassett says. “Honestly, as long as all of our family and friends are there and they feel safe and healthy, those details are trivial. The pandemic really puts things into perspective.”

emma gassett and matt Kunkel working at The muny

The Venue at Maison du Lac, 2603 Wild Plum Valley Road, Catawissa, 314-991-6700, thevenuestl.com

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DESIGN SPEAK

STARKLY

Sophisticated By Alecia Humphreys

rea residents are about to be floored by KDR Designer Showrooms’ newest partnership, with the premier rug and carpet brand Stark – set to hit the showroom Aug. 1. “In the design industry, the Stark brand is associated with cutting-edge fashion,” says Kevin Kenney, KDR’s president and CEO. “They are a family-owned company founded in 1938 and have become a global luxury brand synonymous with the finest carpets and area rugs for high-end residential and hospitality. Stark is to carpet and rugs what brands such as Hermès and Louis Vuitton are to fashion.” Since 1991, KDR has been delivering designers, architects and homeowners alike carefully curated home goods and was excited to expand into floor coverings. “We’ve wanted to get into rugs for a while since we sell a lot of product that sits on rugs,” Kenney says. “Area rugs, especially high-end area rugs, can be very difficult in understanding the value and pricing, so I took considerable time over the last few years to formulate a plan and assemble a group of vendors who fit well with the KDR brand – not just from a design perspective, but from an integrity and transparency standpoint, as well.” Kenney says KDR will have nearly 2,000 samples on display, all of which will be accompanied by Stark’s custom capabilities. “The options for beautiful carpet and rugs are endless,” he says. “Stark’s iconic Antelope pattern in both cut pile and loop will be prominently displayed. The Stark Rug division has incredible collections, including the supermod Rhythm Collection in wool and silk blends with eyepopping colorations.” The focal point of the new Stark display will be a proprietary steel display fixture with sliding bypass panels displaying hundreds of Stark exclusives.

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“The only other presentation using this impressive display is in the Stark flagship showroom at the D&D [Decoration & Design] Building in New York City,” says Kenney, adding that product will also be incorporated into the home furnishing displays throughout the showroom. Ultimately, though, Kenney is excited about the opportunity partnering with Stark brings not only to KDR but also to the local design community as a whole. “I am really excited that KDR and the St. Louis design community are further legitimized with these types of new partnerships,” he says. “The KDR team is very honored that our outstanding professionals, beautiful showroom and stellar reputation we have built for 29 years has amazing companies like Stark wanting to partner with us. It adds another element of luxury home furnishings to the St. Louis market.” KDR Designer Showrooms, 11660 Page Service Drive, St. Louis, 314-993-5020, kdrshowrooms.com

DISTINCTIVE PROPERTY

By Amanda Dahl | Photos by Square One Media Productions

309 WARDENBURG FARMS DRIVE  WILDWOOD

ituated on 3 acres in Wildwood, this gorgeous, custom-built home captivates with its curb appeal. The thoughtfully designed landscape surrounds an outdoor oasis, complete with a Baker saltwater pool, sparkling water features and a fire pit. Inside, discover an amazing interior that showcases hand-hewn beams and high ceilings, distressed wood flooring, plaster walls and magnificent millwork, with an array of entertaining areas to admire. The chef ’s kitchen delights with high-end appliances, granite counters, hammered copper sinks, custom cabinetry and a walk-in pantry. Enjoy the added benefit of a wine cellar accessible on the first floor. The walkout lower level appeals with incredible amenities that include a rec room and fireplace, keg, ice maker and Sub-Zero drawers. The best is saved for last when you retire each evening to the main-floor master suite. A coffered ceiling and gas fireplace will have you feeling you are in the lap of luxury as you overlook the pool and survey your kingdom.

This 6-bedroom, 7 full-bathroom and 2 half-bathroom home in Wildwood is listed for $2,999,900. Katie McLaughlin & Sue McLaughlin 314-283-8444 (direct), 314-725-5100 (office), lauramccarthy.com Founded in 1944, Laura McCarthy has expertise of the central corridor and consistently ranks among local top real estate companies in sales volume. Many of its 100-plus agents specialize in luxury real estate. All are familiar with St. Louis’ neighborhoods, from the Central West End to Highway 64/40 to Chesterfield and the St. Charles area. A LADUE NEWS SPECIAL PROMOTION | LadueNews.com | JULY 3, 2020

DISTINCTIVE PROPERTY

By Amanda Dahl | Photos by Steven B Smith

3 EDGEWOOD ROAD  LADUE

esiding on one of Ladue’s finest lanes, this incredible estate is being offered at an unbelievable new price. The gorgeous manse proves irresistible, with pristine landscaping and immaculate outdoor spaces. Bathe in the sunlight out by the Pebble Tec pool or dine al fresco on the rear terrace. The beauty continues inside where you can explore the dramatic formal living and dining rooms, which showcase antique paneling and period hardware. Slice up something fresh in the fantastic kitchen space, featuring Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, a wine refrigerator and center island, and custom lighting and cabinetry. Snack on the delectable dish inside the sun room, with a coffered ceiling, which overlooks the blissful backyard. Two of the bedroom suites feature a walk-in closet and en suite bath while the additional two bedrooms share a Jackand-Jill bath and the master suite boasts a dressing room. Additional amenities include a study, a 3-car heated garage and an emergency generator.

This 5-bedroom, 5 full-bathroom and 1 half-bathroom in Ladue is listed for $2.225 million. John Ryan, The Ryan Tradition 9651 Clayton Road, 314-941-0572, theryantradition.com Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker, one of St. Louis’ leading residential real estate brokerage companies, offers 19 offices with more than 1,300 sales associates serving metropolitan St. Louis and east-central Missouri. The associates of The Ryan Tradition rank among the area’s most experienced retail professionals, with special expertise in the central corridor.

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ARTS & CULTURE

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Home Cooking FEATURE: St. Louis Shakespeare Festival Ready Readers

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL MIGHTY OAKES HEART FOUNDATION

A MIGHTY NIGHT Photos and story by Bryan Schraier

n arriving at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis in Clayton earlier in March, guests at the Mighty Oakes Heart Foundation’s Mighty Night gala first viewed photo portraits of heart defect patients (some proudly revealing their scars) and their families. That experience marked just the start of a meaningful, emotional night, as attendees supported the foundation, which provides financial and other support to the families of children with congenital heart defects. Lively silent and live auctions counterpointed the poignancy of stories of patients and their families, many of whom also attended. Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!

Mighty Oakes Heart Foundation is dedicated to supporting families who have children with congenital heart defects in financial, emotional and ways unique to their needs. We are so pleased with the response we have received regarding our second annual A Mighty Night gala! This was a night to create awareness around congenital heart defects, to illustrate how Mighty Oakes changes lives through the grants that we award and celebrate nine years of serving this community.” – BECKY ORTYL ,

CO-FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Marilee Campbell, Lynne Binder, Denise Richards

Dan Davis, James Weske, Kim and Kevin Buie

Angie and Tim Welch

Helaena and Kirk Ferrell

Melissa Merlin, Kelly Humnert, Laura Tarrasch, Aisling Leonard, Brooke Meek, Valerie Hind, Laurie Lock, Alexandra Kalwerisky

Jay and Judi Robinovitz

Tedd and Justin Trabert

Dennis Dsouza, Molly Stout

Matt and Annemarie Schumacher

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DINNER TO GO

THE MIDWESTERN MEAT & DRINK Story and photos by Mabel Suen

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he Midwestern Meat & Drink offers a bevy of beer, barbecue and more a stone’s throw from Busch Stadium in downtown St. Louis. For the drinking and dining destination, chef Ben Welch of Maryland Heights’ Big Baby Q and Smokehouse partners with the team behind downtown’s contiguous Wheelhouse and Start Bar. A modern take on the traditional sports bar, The Midwestern opened in March 2019. Its 7,000 square feet feature a clean, approachable aesthetic. A bar and tables constructed by Dow, Illinois’ David Stine Furniture coincide with metalworking by Alton’s Henley Forge. Industrial textures, such as brick and white subway tile, contrast with colorful pops of décor curated by St. Louis branding agency Atomicdust. In the kitchen, Welch cooks Big Baby Q favorites such as brisket and pulled pork, available as sandwiches. Additional specialties between bread include Nashville hot chicken and the fan-favorite double cheeseburger with fry sauce, tomato jam and Americancheddar pub cheese on an egg bun. Appetizer options include catfish strips with spicy tartar sauce,

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dill pickles and pickled red onion; dill buttermilk-brined chicken tenders with honey mustard; and Buffalo pulled pork dip with corn tortillas, candied jalapeños and lime. Brunch, available on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., includes such options as smoked hash with breakfast potatoes, onions, poblanos and poached eggs on sourdough with the diner’s choice of brisket, turkey or pulled pork. Mimosas, bloody marys and a boozy cold brew are among the beverage options. The regular drink list also includes a dozen beers on draft, as well as 40 canned and bottled options. Drink specials are available Thursday through Sunday, including beer buckets and discounted drafts and cocktails. The Midwestern’s kitchen currently serves diners Thursdays and Fridays from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The eatery accepts reservations online, as well as pickup orders placed through its website. The Midwestern Meat & Drink, 900 Spruce St., St. Louis, 314-696-2573, midwesternstl.com

HOME COOKING

Coconut Cupcakes Photo and recipe by Jacklyn Meyer

I‌ ngredients Cake 2¾ cups cake flour 2½ tsp baking powder ¾ tsp salt ½ tsp baking soda 14 Tbsp butter, at room temperature ½ cup coconut oil 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1½ tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp coconut extract 1 cup whole milk Frosting 7 oz cream cheese, at room temperature 2/3 cup butter, at room temperature 3 cups powdered sugar 1 Tbsp whole milk 1 tsp coconut extract 2½ cups toasted coconut flakes or chips

Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners, or spray pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside. 2. In a large bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Set aside. 3. In work bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, combine butter, coconut oil and sugar on medium-high speed for about 4 minutes, until mixture is light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well between each addition. Add both extracts and mix until combined. 4. Turn mixer off and scrape down edges of bowl. Turn mixer to low, and add a third of dry ingredients, followed by milk. Continue this process with next third of dry ingredients, then rest of milk, and then last of dry ingredients.

After final addition of dry ingredients, mix for a few seconds until ingredients are combined. 5. Pour batter into prepared cupcake liners (about half full). Bake for 15 to 17 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool for about 10 minutes before taking out of pan to let cool completely on a wire rack before frosting. 6. To make frosting, in work bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, combine cream cheese, butter and powdered sugar for 2 to 3 minutes on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add milk and coconut extract, and mix until well combined. Top each cupcake with a healthy dollop of frosting, and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes to decorate.

Enterprises of Great Pith and Moment By Bryan A. Hollerbach Photos courtesy of St. Louis Shakespeare Festival

To quoTe HamleT, THe meTro area’s beloved sHakespearean Troupe Has been Handling in sTyle THe currenT coronaviral “slings and arrows of ouTrageous forTune.”

ersatility, thy name is Shakespeare – as evidenced at several levels by the St. Louis Shakespeare Festival (known as Shakespeare Festival St. Louis till April, when it rebranded with a nifty new logo). Like most if not all institutions large and small in the metro area, the festival – conceived as a 501(c)3 nonprofit late in 1999, with its first production, Romeo and Juliet, in 2001 – has recently been pivoting like mad in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Its pivots continue, according to Tom Ridgely, the festival’s producing artistic director. “We’d very much hoped to be able to present a modified production in [Forest Park] at the end of the summer – as well as Shakespeare in the Streets: The Ville in September as the culmination of our 20thanniversary season,” Ridgely says. “But the safety of our artists and community partners is paramount, so we’ve had to postpone them both. “The Ville will move to September 2021. The program is built on the input of the community, so we will continue to work with the artistic team and residents throughout the next year. At the moment, we’re collecting stories from current and past Ville residents. They can submit their stories about their lives and the neighborhood on our website through video, voice recordings, email or even by mailing us a letter.” Photo by LLL Production Exports

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Ridgely also provides an update on a Bardic production previously scheduled to run from Aug. 12 to Sept. 6, as well as other efforts. “Much Ado About Nothing we’re working to reschedule for a future season,” he says. “We are, however, working on a ‘socially distant’ walking experience that could take place in the park, as well as continuing to develop new online content. Hopefully, we’ll be able to announce details on the park experience soon. We’re also thinking about ways to engage with issues around race in Shakespeare and the theater and the St. Louis region as a whole.” Ironically, the coronaviral pandemic, if anything, galvanized the troupe even more than usual. “We were lucky to have a small, tightknit group of staff and artists working at the time of the shutdown,” Ridgely says. “It made it easier for us to make some swift programming decisions together so we could be

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one of the first theaters to produce online content specifically in response to COVID-19. “Our partners at [Valley Park’s] Logic Systems Sound & Lighting made the recording of our touring show, Cymbeline, happen almost overnight. We shared this on our Facebook page at the end of March, and since then, it’s been viewed 14,000 times from audiences across the country. “Shortly after that, the same company of actors, unable to tour the region as planned, worked on our first virtual performances. We brainstormed as a staff what would be right for the moment and came up with a five-night reading of Albert Camus’ The Plague and a reading of the long poem Venus and Adonis, which was written by Shakespeare during one of the quarantines of his time. “That kick-started our online production[, which] we continued through June almost nightly.”

To be sure, Ridgely admits, COVID-19 could have impacted the festival far more unfortunately. “It’s a testament to the leadership and generosity of our board of directors, the staff ’s mobility and our audience that we remain in a stable position for the time being,” he says. “We lost significant revenue on our touring production. Our 20th-anniversary gala celebration, which was scheduled for May 7 at the Chase Park Plaza, was moved online, and we’re only now figuring out the effect from the rest of the season’s postponement.” Still, “the show must go on,” as Ridgely concludes. “What helps keep us going is the passion the artists we work with have to continue to produce good work and the audience reception to these online programs,” he says. “We’ve produced 65 online shows in the last 90 days and engaged 150 artists. People are still watching. “I think we can easily say the festival as a whole is committed to keeping theater alive, in whatever format that might take in the near future, and, when it’s safe to do so, bring back a stronger, fullseason of free Shakespeare and works inspired by [him] for all.” St. Louis Shakespeare Festival, 5715 Elizabeth Ave., St. Louis, 314-531-9800, stlshakes.org

READY READERS

The Beauty Within By Sheila Oliveri

ooks can lead us to discover impactful truths, sometimes by employing humor through both text and pictures – as does this month’s Ready Readers recommendation, Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon. Writer Patty Lovell’s irrepressible protagonist, the shortest girl in her grade, lacks coordination, has buck teeth and sounds “like a bullfrog being squeezed by a boa constrictor.” Although that description doesn’t align with traditional beauty standards, illustrator David Catrow creates a delightfully engaging individual whose innocence and goodness outshine her outward appearance. The book introduces Molly Lou Melon’s

physical characteristics individually, with each characteristic countered with an explanation of how it makes her special: “Molly Lou Melon was often fumble-fingered. She didn’t mind. Her grandma had told her, ‘Believe in yourself and the world will believe in you too.’” In perfect harmony with that text, readers can then see a catastrophe unfold as Catrow illustrates the wee girl sitting amid broken dishes – the result of a failed attempt to carry a ridiculously tall stack of dirty pots, pans, plates and utensils across the kitchen. With Lovell’s text still lingering, the next pages show her indomitable heroine juggling a full tea set while riding a unicycle on a tightrope – a fabulous tableau accompanied only by the words “So she did.”

With her grandmother’s teachings to believe in herself and never give up firmly established, Molly Lou moves to a new town, where she must fit into a new school. Letting her light and talents shine, Molly Lou quickly befriends everyone but the class bully. Lovell and Catrow again work seamlessly to depict the bully’s attempts to demean and belittle the charismatic main character, and readers should revel in Molly Lou’s eventual success in remaining steadfast and true to herself. Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon presents an opportunity for parents and children to discuss the importance of kindness, self-esteem and respect for others. This story should make a great tool to promote needed understanding.

Ready Readers knows that Kids Who Read Succeed! Please join our efforts to share books and creative learning opportunities with our community’s most vulnerable preschoolers by visiting our website, readyreaders.org.

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