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8025 MARYLAND AVENUE #11D CLAYTON ‐ $1,195,000

2 OAK BEND DRIVE LADUE ‐ $1,090,000

803 S WARSON ROAD LADUE ‐ $1,045,000

22 THORNHILL DRIVE WILDWOOD ‐ $939,900

141 FLEMING LANE LABADIE ‐ $675,000

759 STONEBLUFF COURT CHESTERFIELD ‐ $599,900

17884 SUZANNE RIDGE DRIVE WILDWOOD ‐ $550,000

826 BELLERIVE MANOR CREVE COEUR ‐ $434,900

17900 HOMESTEAD BLUFFS DRIVE, WILDWOOD ‐ $924,900 CUSTOM 1.5 STORY ON AN INCREDIBLE LEVEL LOT!

10490 LADUE ROAD CREVE COEUR ‐ $2,300,000

9 BROOKWOOD ROAD TOWN & COUNTRY ‐ $2,200,000

6 COUNTRYSIDE LANE FRONTENAC ‐ $1,900,000

12303 CRYSTAL VIEW LANE TOWN & COUNTRY ‐ $1,295,000

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NEW LISTINGS 17900 Homestead Bluffs Dr Wildwood 141 Fleming Ln Labadie 759 Stonebluff Ct Chesterfield 17884 Suzanne Ridge Dr Wildwood 337 Woodcliffe Place Dr Chesterfield 826 Bellerive Manor Creve Coeur 403 Hillington Dr Eureka 431 Hillington Dr Eureka 247 Oak Pass Ct Ballwin 11755 Summerhaven Dr St Louis Co 1831 Sidney Street, #C Benton Park RESIDENTIAL 10490 Ladue Rd Creve Coeur 35 Huntleigh Woods Huntleigh 32 Countryside Ln Frontenac 9 Brookwood Rd Town&Country 1717 Morre Rd Bay/Hermann 6 Countryside Ln Frontenac 54 Thornhill Dr Wildwood 12303 Crystal View Ln Town&Country 15030 Highway F Owensville 24 Log Cabin Ladue

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Bob Bax Manager, Ladue/Frontenac 314-997-7600

1132 Sara Mathews Ln Wildwood $1,175,000 1320WestchesterManorLn Chesterfield $1,100,000 1236 Glen Eagle Ln St Albans $1,100,000 2 Oak Bend Dr Ladue n $1,090,000 803 S Warson Rd Ladue $1,045,000 18517 Sassafras Place Dr Wildwood $995,000 22 Thornhill Dr Wildwood $939,900 964Arlington Oaks Terr Town&Country $860,000 1201BonhommeBranchCt Chesterfield $849,900 101 Club Creek Ct St Albans $849,900 16468 Horseshoe Rdg RdClarksonValley $800,000 1962 Muir Woods Ln Town&Country $800,000 2341 Ossenfort Valley Ct Wildwood $799,900 16655 Anna's Way Ct Chesterfield $799,000 1320WildhorseParkwayDr Wildwood $755,727 16907LewisSpringFarmsRd Wildwood $699,500 1329 Forest Ave Kirkwood $699,000 35 Wilderness Rd Eureka $699,000 11006 Martin Grove Ln Creve Coeur $675,000 33 Owl Creek Ln Labadie $660,000 205 Plant Ave Webster Groves $649,900 422 Pine Bend Dr Wildwood $649,900 143 Highgrove Clarkson Valley $649,000 TheEnclavesatCherryHills Wildwood $649,000 939 N Harrison Ave Kirkwood t $649,000 17531 Garden Ridge Cir Wildwood $585,000 2343 Brookhollow Ln Wildwood $550,000 17701 Greystone Terr Dr Wildwood $549,900 1 Whitegate Ln Ladue $545,000 311 Calliope Pl Chesterfield $539,900 17742 Hornbean Dr Wildwood $527,500 226 Chamonix Ct Creve Coeur $525,000 17892 Suzanne Ridge Dr Wildwood $524,900 2655 Joyceridge Dr Chesterfield $519,900 748 Turrentine Trail Creve Coeur $500,000

Pat Malloy Manager, Chesterfield 636-537-0300

1031 Bridleridge Xing Spur UnincStlCo 1338 Wellington View Pl Wildwood 2130 Englewood Terr Chesterfield 14090 Conway Rd Chesterfield 14458 White Birch Valley Ln Chesterfield 639 Pinebrook Dr Chesterfield 3876 Thunderbolt Ln Wildwood 9466 Bonhomme Woods Olivette = 3732 Allenton Rd Pacific 7200 Cornell Ave University City 18717 Petra Ct Wildwood 15933 Silent Creek Ct Chesterfield 16309 Peppermill Dr Wildwood 22 Clayton Downs Frontenac 15823 Summer Ridge Chesterfield 311 Highland Glen Ct Ballwin = 211 Cherry Hills Mdws Dr Wildwood 415 Emmanuel Ct Valley Park 13218 Greenbough St Louis Co 535 Nantucket Pointe Dr Wildwood 7525 Stanford Ave University City q 3454 Pestalozzi St St Louis City 916 Bellerive Carondelet 1269 Red Oak Plantation Ballwin 12795 Highstone Dr Parkway North 3004 Indiana Ave St Louis City 7534 Delmar Blvd University City 2513 Cecelia Ave Brentwood 7746 Wild Plum Ave University City 9 Branford Dr Olivette 5700 Itaska St Louis City 7448 Wise Richmond Hts 1049 Carman Rd Ballwin 6141 South Grand Blvd St Louis City

$499,900 $484,900 $469,900 $450,000 $440,000 $439,000 $425,000 $419,900 $399,900 $394,000 $389,000 $374,900 $359,900 $350,000 $349,900 $325,000 $319,000 $299,900 $285,000 $279,900 $272,000 $259,900 $257,900 $239,900 $239,000 $234,900 $224,900 $215,000 $209,900 $200,000 $199,900 $199,000 $189,000 $187,900

8737 Keystone Dr 2624 Accomac St 2208 Victor St 1133 Bellerive Blvd 605 Wickford Way 4274 Henley Dr 6536 Odell St 1237 Fairview Dr 5669 Marquette Ave 1074 Groby Rd 5238 Fairview Ave

Brentwood St Louis City Benton Park St Louis City Manchester = Oakville Clifton Heights Ellisville St Louis City University City St Louis City

$169,900 $160,000 $159,000 $159,000 $149,000 $144,999 $129,900 $125,000 $124,900 $109,000 $97,400

CONDOS, VILLAS, ATTACHED HOMES 8025 Maryland Ave #11D Clayton $1,195,000 155 Carondelet Plaza #803 Clayton $1,150,000 4545 Lindell Blvd #34 St Louis City $769,000 8025 Maryland Ave #3C Clayton $575,000 400 S 14th St #1116 St Louis City $561,000 7501 Oxford Dr Clayton $415,000 507 Middleton Ct Kirkwood $399,900 13201BarrettChaseCir West St Louis Co $335,000 4901WashingtonBlvd#2A Central West End $330,000 1579 Terra Vista Creve Coeur $320,000 6246NorthwoodAve#2E St Louis City $289,000 2404 Baxton Way Chesterfield $269,900 2408 Broadmont Dr Chesterfield $239,900 4100 Laclede Ave #102 St Louis City $229,900 819 Woodside Trails Dr Ballwin $225,000 526 Sarah Lane #24 Creve Coeur = $199,900 3815 McCausland Ave #17 St LouisCity $194,900 4100LacledeAve#108 CentralWestEnd $189,900 4319 Lindell Blvd #H CentralWestEnd $149,000 564 Sarah Lane #401 Creve Coeur $119,000 508 Coeur De Royale #102 Creve Coeur $105,900

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SOCIETY IN THIS ISSUE, YOU’LL FIND OUR QUARTERLY RETIREMENT LIFESTYLE section, which features five colorful profiles of St. Louisans who continue to make their mark well into their golden years. In the following pages, you’ll get to know more about a passionate advocate for seniors, a longtime university president, an 80-something acrobat, a patriarch of the local Greek community and a former cartoonist. Their stories not only make for fascinating reads: Here and there, you’ll also find a few gems, be it for inspiration or just to make you laugh—or cry. One of our subjects, ‘Bunny’ Herring, had a life of privilege planned out for her, but instead decided to take the proverbial ‘other’ fork in the road. Another profile tells the story of Nick Karakas, who has worked hard his entire life to pay back the country that has given him so much. “The Lord has given me these extra years to give back a portion of what I’ve earned and achieved, and I’m trying my best to do just that,” says the 87-year-old businessman. Words to live by, eh?

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20 ACROSS THE GENERATIONS If more means merrier, then these multigenerational families must be gleeful as can be. We’ve compiled a scrapbook of greatgrandparents enjoying time with their kin.

DINING OUT—CENTRAL TABLE FOOD HALL Central Table Food Hall is one of the latest additions to the CWE dining scene. The massive 10,000-square-foot space opened this spring, and features seven separate food and drink stations, from sushi to burgers and beyond.

PERSONS OF INTEREST: PETER WYSE JACKSON As president of the Missouri Botanical Garden, Peter Wyse Jackson is one of the world’s foremost botanists and conservationists. For three years now, he has been the steward of an institution that is recognized around the globe as a leader in plant research. Jackson is also a big fan of weeds.

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ON THE COVER: Mari de Villa, which recently celebrated 53 years at its Town & Country location, continues to expand its accommodations and amenities for all levels of senior care. Pictured on the cover: Mary Kay and Fred Wiesehan. For more information, call 636-227-5347 or visit maridevilla.com. PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER THE STORY BEGINS ON P. 21. WE’RE SORRY: On page 34 of our July 12 issue, we stated an incorrect price for 24 Log Cabin Drive, which is listed at $1,195,000.

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1200 Meramec Heights (Ballwin). This listing makes for simple living, as all the vital living areas are located on the main level. Features include a rec room, office, two-car garage and outdoor patio. A wood deck overlooks the common ground and the community pool is just a walk away. Conveniently located and ready for immediate possession. $159,000. OPEN SUNDAY 12 - 2

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NEW LISTING! This special home backs up to lovely Ladue Lake. Offering a picturesque setting, formal living/dining rooms and hardwood floors, this two story defines peaceful. A spacious first floor along with a completely updated master bath makes this listing desirable in every sense of the word.

2. 56 Crestwood Drive ● Clayton

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This stunning home has many beautiful architectural elements typical of Spanish Revival style: large front focal window, ornamental ironwork, multiple arched and distinctive leaded windows and doors, spiral stone columns, and colorful decorative tile. Interior space is open, and many recent updates complement the unique original doors, windows, and floors. OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3.

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NEW LISTING! This darling, three-bedroom home features a wood-burning fireplace, beautiful windows that provide lots of light, and numerous closets. Third bedroom can be transformed into a den or office. Spacious kitchen provides easy access to a large rear yard and patio.

4. 9821 Log Cabin Court ● Ladue

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Privacy prevails amidst four plus wooded acres for this awesome four-bedroom home with abundant windows overlooking park-like grounds. Dramatic two-story foyer, spacious main floor master suite with sitting room and fireplace; office/library with walls of built-ins; and kitchen opening to a sun-filled atrium breakfast room/family room make this an opportunity not to be missed. OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3

5. 17 Dromara Road ● Ladue

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Stately and sophisticated, this impressive Colonial manse is carefully appointed with luxurious finishes and a soft, neutral palette. Spaces include a spectacular Brooksberry designed kitchen and master bedroom suite with sitting area and French doors that opens to a balcony overlooking gardens below.

6. 306 Baker Avenue ● Webster Groves

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NEW LISTING! Darling inside and out, this charming home is situated in a comfortable and sought-after neighborhood. A sun porch, living room with wood burning fireplace and deck off the breakfast room provides the perfect environment for leisure. With a great open floor plan, dining room with pleasing to the eye moldings and hardwood floors, this listing offers the full load of amenities on everyone’s wish list. OPEN SUNDAY 12 - 2

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S O C I E T Y

Saint Louis Art Museum

EAST WING OPENING

BY DIANE ANDERSON

HE SAINT LOUIS ART MUSEUM unveiled its new East Building in grand style with a Benefactor Dinner and cocktail reception its top supporters. The following night, the museum hosted was a VIP party for contemporary artists whose work is on view in the new building, as well as for museum curators and directors from around the world, and guests of Sir David Chipperfield, who designed the addition.

David Diener, Mary Strauss

Ken and Phyllis Langsdorf

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Jerry Sincoff, Carolyn Schmidt, Jack Musgrave

DIANE’S SCOOP Doug and Vicki Hill recently returned from the Lake of the Ozarks, where they spent time with their entire family, many of them coming in all the way from Chicago and Colorado!...Judith and Jerry Levy were headed back to their ‘other’ home in Sun Valley, Idaho—turns out they just flew in for this special event…John Weil was the chair of the campaign steering committee to raise $147 million-plus for the East Building, job well done, John!...Bill Donius and Jay Perez will be joining Yvette Dubinsky in Cape Cod over the summer… Our town’s movie and theater buff, Mary Strauss, is headed to Mexico for some R&R. When she returns, she’ll be preparing for Dinner with the Stars on July 27, one of two ‘Legendary Summer Dinners’ planned for the Fox. More photos on page 64

Jerry and Peggy Ritter, Tom and Becky Minogue

Brent Benjamin, Stacey and Jim Weddle

Dorte and Jim Probstein, Mary Ann and Andy Screnco

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Bill Donius, Yvette Dubinsky, Jay Perez

Judith and Jerry Levy

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FREEDOM FUND DINNER

BY DIANE ANDERSON

HE ST. LOUIS COUNTY NAACP celebrated its 75th anniversary during its annual Freedom Fund Dinner. The event at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel was chaired by John Gaskin III. This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to James Buford, retiring CEO of the Urban League of St. Louis. The Commitment to St. Louis County award was presented to Dr. Nathaniel and Sandra Murdock and Patrick Sly. Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation’s oldest and largest civil rights organization.

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Great Rivers Environmental Law Center

AT THE MANSION

BY BRYAN SCHRAIER

OSTED BY Adolphus Busch IV with special guest and speaker Trudy Busch Valentine, the Great Rivers Environmental Law Center held its spring event at the fabulous Busch Mansion in Grant’s Farm. Guests toured the ‘Big House’ and enjoyed food and drinks, and even got to have their pictures taken with a Clydesdale. The Great Rivers Environmental Law Center is a nonprofit law firm that provides free and reduced-fee legal services to individuals, citizen groups and organizations seeking to preserve and protect the environment.

Clarence Harmon, Trudy Busch Valentine

Bruce and Susan Spitz-Morrison, Henry Robertson

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Wayne Goode, Jim Shrewsbury

Nancy and Ken Kranzberg, Kay Drey

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21 Upper Ladue, Ladue Offered at $3,600,000.

8 Long Meadows, Town & Country Offered at $2,220,000. Open 7/21, 1-4 PM.

22 Westmoreland Place, CWE Offered at $1,599,000.

729 Highway H, Troy Offered at $1,395,000.

9 Glencairn, Ladue New Price. Offered at $1,525,000.

7 Spoede Lane, Creve Coeur New Listing. Offered at $1,399,000.

40 Auburndale Drive, Creve Coeur Offered at $1,350,000. Open 7/21, 1-3 PM.

10 Washington Terrace, CWE Offered at $997,000.

6127 Lindell Boulevard, CWE Offered at $999,999.

20 Georgian Acres, Frontenac Offered at $899,900.

7298 Westmoreland Drive, University City Offered at $725,000. Open 7/21, 1-3 PM.

1611 Kriste Court, Town & Country. New Listing. Offered at $425,000.

51 Frontenac Estates Drive, Frontenac Offered at $570,000.

8014 Pershing Avenue, Clayton New Listing. $539,000. Open 7/21, 1-3 PM.

504 Lering Drive, Ballwin New Listing. Offered at $243,000.

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8 Remington Way Court, Ballwin Offered at $439,000.

13675 Evergreen Glen Drive, South County Offered at $328,800.

7564 Wydown Boulevard, #2A, Clayton Offered at $299,000.

7564 Wydown Boulevard, #1A, Clayton Offered at $289,000.

1050 North Spoede Lane, Creve Coeur New Price. $284,500. Open 7/21, 1-3 PM.

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49 WESTMORELAND PLACE, CWE. $1,295,000 THE CRESCENT, #500, Clayton. $1,275,000 733 MIDDLE POLO DRIVE, Clayton. $1,269,000 10 COUNTRY LIFE ACRES, Parkway West. $1,175,000 177 PLANTATION DRIVE, Creve Coeur. $1,099,000 6127 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE. $999,999 10 WASHINGTON TERRACE, CWE. $997,000 12 DROMARA ROAD, Ladue. $995,000 1178 HAMPTON PARK DRIVE, Richmond Heights. $995,000 124 WORTHINGTON OAKS DRIVE, Creve Coeur. $975,000 $945,000 5 FRONTENAC ESTATES, Frontenac. 11 BALCON ESTATES, Creve Coeur. $924,900 20 GEORGIAN ACRES, Frontenac. $899,900 10588 FRONTENAC WOODS, Frontenac. $859,900 17929 GREYABBEY COURT, Chesterﬁeld. $855,000 1865 SOUTH MASON ROAD, Town & Country. $849,900 9960 HOLLISTON COURT, Ladue. $800,000 51 BRIARCLIFF, Ladue. $795,000 4 LINDWORTH LANE, Ladue. $795,000 12 BRAZILLIAN COURT, Ladue. $790,000 51 BERKSHIRE, Richmond Heights. $780,000

7 SPOEDE LANE, Creve Coeur. Wonderful updated traditional brick home with lovely finishes and a spacious floorplan. Gleaming hardwood floors and lovely millwork. $1,399,000 9838 WATERBURY DRIVE, Ladue. Picturesque 2-story Colonial home in Forest Green Estates. Expansive Gourmet kitchen, sophisticated décor and five BRs. $949,900 Open 7/21, 1-3 PM 1 EXMOOR, Ladue. Large spacious updated 4BR/3.5BA 1.5story home on a great lot. Walk out lower level. Second floor vaulted recreation room. $789,000. Open 7/21, 1-3 PM 8014 PERSHING AVENUE, Clayton. Townhome with over 2770 sq.ft 2BR/3BA and XL deck. Updated kitchen, 2 fireplaces and hardwood floors. Pool. $539,000. Open 7/21, 1-3 PM 1100 SOUTH SPOEDE ROAD, Frontenac. A blend of old and new siutated on a one acre level lot. Contemporary Bernudy guest/ pool house with full basement. $450,000. Open 7/21, 2-4 PM 504 LERING DRIVE, Ballwin. Meticulous 3 bed 2 bath light filled ranch home in Cla-ter-i. Main floor laundry, spacious kitchen and beautiful yard with deck. $243,000 4501 LINDELL BOULEVARD, #8G, CWE. Wonderful condo with “out of this world” views of the Baslica and the Arch. 2BR and a very large marble bath with large terrace. $199,000 1526 HIGH SCHOOL DRIVE, Brentwood. Second floor end unit with vaulted ceiling and fireplace. The spacious kitchen is brand new and has a large pantry. Full size laundry room. $135,000

LuxuryCollection 9847 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue. 21 UPPER LADUE, Ladue. 10 OVERBROOK DRIVE, Ladue. 42 GLEN EAGLES DRIVE, Ladue. 6 VISTA BROOK LANE, Ladue. 38 BRENTMOOR PARK, Clayton. 712 SOUTH PRICE ROAD, Ladue. 5105 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE. XXXXX ORVILLE ROAD, Wildwood. 52 HUNTLEIGH WOODS, Huntleigh. 22 DROMARA ROAD, Ladue. 395 HIGHWAY V, Troy. 22 WESTMORELAND PLACE, CWE. 9 GLENCAIRN, Ladue. 729 HIGHWAY H, Troy. 40 AUBURNDALE DRIVE, Creve Coeur. 49 FAIR OAKS DRIVE, Ladue.

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RESIDENTIAL HOMES 865 QUESTOVER LANE, Creve Coeur. $729,900 7298 WESTMORELAND DR., University City. $725,000 9833 COUNRYSHIRE PLACE, Creve Coeur. $665,000 925 NORTH SAPPINGTON ROAD, Glendale. $659,000 13597 ROYAL GLEN DRIVE, Town & Country. $650,000 301 CHASSELLE, Creve Coeur. $649,000 11414 CONWAY ROAD, Westwood. $625,000 849 STABLE RIDGE, Kirkwood. $599,900 735 LANGTON DRIVE, Clayton. $599,900 7135 MARYLAND AVENUE, University City. $575,000 51 FRONTENAC ESTATES DRIVE, Frontenac. $570,000 14608 SUMMER BLOSSOM LANE, Chesterﬁeld. $569,000 1119 NORTH DRIVE, Warson Woods. $559,000 7 CONWAY LANE, Ladue. $539,900 1837 STENTON PATH, Chesterﬁeld. $495,000 3 DEVONDALE LANE, Frontenac. $495,000 4141 WEST PINE, CWE. $489,000 6926 PERSHING AVENUE, University City. $479,000 11804 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Des Peres. $469,900 161 MEADOWS OF WILDWOOD, Wildwood. $465,900 8 REMINGTON WAY COURT, Ballwin. $439,000 33 MAGNOLIA DRIVE, Ladue. $425,000 1611 KRISTE COURT, Town & Country. $425,000 41 TEALWOOD, Creve Coeur. $419,000 1212 DE NOAILLES DRIVE. Parkway West. $384,900 3 BOBOLINK COURT, O’Fallon. $355,000 1435 BALD EAGLE ROAD, Wildwood. $354,000 1101 NEW BALLWIN OAKS DRIVE, Ballwin. $329,900 13675 EVERGREEN GLEN DRIVE, South County. $328,800 1009 SOUTH MCKNIGHT ROAD, Richmond Heights. $299,000

7715 CORNELL AVENUE, University City. 9403 TILLES DRIVE, Brentwood. 1202 KORTWRIGHT, Rock Hill. 1151 BOLAND PLACE, Richmond Heights. 8724 WASHINGTON AVENUE, University City. 1042 NORTH GEYER ROAD, Kirkwood. 5645 REBER PLACE, St. Louis. 4999 MIAMI STREET, St. Louis. 8800 BROOKVIEW DRIVE, Crestwood. 426 SUMMIT TREE COURT, Fenton. 2803 MISSOURI AVENUE, St. Louis. 18 ROYALLTRAIL COURT, O’Fallon. 1341 HIGHLAND TERRACE, Richmond Heights.

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8 LONG MEADOWS LANE, Town & Country. $2,220,000. 1-4 PM 40 AUBURNDALE DRIVE, Creve Coeur. $1,350,000. 1-3 PM 4 LINDWORTH LANE, Ladue. $795,000. 1-3 PM 7298 WESTMORELAND DR., University City. $725,000. 1-3 PM 865 QUESTOVER LANE, Creve Coeur. $729,900. 1-3 PM 925 NORTH SAPPINGTON RD., Glendale. $659,000. 1-3 PM 2158 EAST DRIVE, Crystal Lake Park. $487,500. 1-3 PM 1050 N. SPOEDE LANE, Creve Coeur. $284,500. 1-3 PM 7 COUNTRY CLUB TERRACE, Glendale. $297,000. 1-3 PM 1322 HIGHLAND OAKS DR., UNIT B, Ballwin. $98,900. 12-2 PM

7715 Cornell Avenue, University City New Price. Offered at $280,000.

CONDOMINIUM/VILLA HOMES 155 N. HANLEY, UNITS 204-205, University City. 625 S. SKINKER, UNITS 1602 & 1603, St. Louis. 527 NORTH AND SOUTH, University City. 30 BRIGHTON WAY, #1N, Clayton. 801 SOUTH SKINKER, #12A, St. Louis. 9 PORTLAND COURT, CWE. 410 N. NEWSTEAD, #9S, CWE. 750 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #350, Clayton. 4908 MCPHERSON AVENUE, UNIT 4. CWE. 7564 WYDOWN BLVD., UNIT 2A, Clayton. 7 COUNTRY CLUB TERRACE, Glendale. 7564 WYDOWN BLVD., UNIT 1A, Clayton. 1050 NORTH SPOEDE LANE, Creve Coeur. 6308 S. ROSEBURY, #1E, Clayton. 2700 McKNIGHT CROSSING COURT, Rock Hill. 710 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #7B, Clayton. 1509 SWALLOW, Brentwood. 1010 THOREAU CT., # 204 Creve Coeur. 7571 WELLINGTON WAY, UNIT 3D, Clayton. 816 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #1C, Clayton. 1322 HIGHLAND OAKS DRIVE, UNIT B, Ballwin. 123 IMPERIAL CROWN WAY, UNIT A, Wildwood. 5696 KINGSBURY AVENUE, #106, CWE.

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This warm and inviting 2-story home offers an outstanding lot backing to common ground. Once inside you will find neutral, updated interior, recessed lighting, and custom bookcases and mantle in the family room. The family room/kitchen area offers an open layout and wood flooring. The kitchen offers custom Brookfield cabinetry, granite tops, five-burner Kitchen-Aid cooktop and Dacor oven. Recent updates in the home includes: some Anderson windows (2009), new carpet on the second floor (2013), hand-tiled master bath (2008), tubs re-glazed (2013), and a finished lower level with bamboo flooring. Zoned HVAC systems. Oversized rear entry garage.

Contemporary home & private estate with 2 stall barn. 3 acres that back up to Queeny Park. Horse trail into Queeny Park. Majestic setting. This home offers amazing 360 degree views. Windows and site lines capture exceptional outdoor country scenes. This spacious home has highlights that include a cedar walkway leading into a slate entry foyer; a dramatic 2 story great room with a full floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, hardwood floors and a separate dining room. Main fl master bedroom suite, lower level with an office or sitting area, wet bar and a large recreation room. This area leads out to bi-level decks and gorgeous in ground pool.

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1526 High School Drive in Brentwood

Custom built 15 year old home situated on a private level .85 acre lot. Inside you will find a light filled entry and a gracious formal dining room. In the kitchen you will notice the flexibility this layout, an island featuring gas cooktop with downdraft and space for counter seating. There is a breakfast nook & an extra seating area that could be an intimate family room or gathering space. The kitchen features a large picture window overlooking the expansive backyard with many mature trees. Off the kitchen there is a large great room with a fireplace. Main floor master suite with vaulted ceiling, his & hers walk-in closets, en suite bath. There is a finished lower level.

This second floor end unit with vaulted ceiling and fireplace is tucked into a quiet corner of Brentwood Forest. The spacious kitchen is brand new and has a large pantry. This floor plan offers a full size laundry room, which is hard to find in the complex, and includes the washer and dryer. All systems have been updated. Owner/agent.

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SALUTE TO WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

BY DIANE ANDERSON

IFTEEN OUTSTANDING WOMEN WERE RECOGNIZED for their professional accomplishments and their service to underserved communities. The event was created by St. Louis City License Collector Michael McMillan, co-founder and board chairman of the St. Louis Community Empowerment Foundation. The 2013 honorees are: Maxine Clark, Beth Davis, Dawn Fuller, Minga Furr, Julia Mize, Kitty Ratcliffe, Elizabeth Stroble, Gloria Taylor, Carol Voss, Barbara Turkington, Dorothy Louise Willis, Amy Barnett, actress Shari Headley and Rev. Teri Swan. Music legend Chaka Khan was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. A special International Recognition was presented to Dr. Aysha Salem Mubarak, member of the Shura Council (Senate) in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Thelma and David Steward, along with Vanessa Cooksey, served as co-chairs. More photos on page 64

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EMBERS OF THE Philippine Duchesne Society, who have contributed generously to support academic, athletics, library and other p ro g ra m s a t M a r y v i l l e Un ive rs i ty, ga t h e re d a t Gander Hall for the Society’s annual dinner. Before dinner, guests enjoyed cocktails while listening to music provided by students from the university’s acclaimed music therapy program.

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HE MISSOURI EATING DISORDERS Association recently held its firstever gala at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. Guests were greeted with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails followed by dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Honorary chair and special guest was KMOV’s Virginia Kerr; and event co-chairs were Judy Clifford and Lisa Sokolik. The Founders Award went to Kimberli McCallum and the Advocacy Award was given to Rick Stream. The organization’s mission is to bring hope, compassion and understanding to the fight against eating disorders with education, resources and advocacy.

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ASSISTANCE LEAGUE ST. LOUIS was chosen by Gateway Center for Giving as the Grantmaker of the Year in its ‘Giving on Time’ category. The mission of the Assistance League is to address unmet community needs on a short-term basis by providing services or goods in a timely matter. The outreach program works with other nonprofits to continue the work that they do in the St. Louis community.

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James Martin, an attorney and shareholder at Polsinelli Shughart, was honored by the GERMAN AMERICAN HERITAGE SOCIETY OF SAINT LOUIS (GAHS) with the organization’s StemmlerHecker Founder Award. The award is presented each year to an outstanding individual who has who has provided special service to German American community.

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Plans for the MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN’s first-ever winter light exhibit have been announced. Unique light installations featuring hundreds of thousands of lights will adorn landmarks such as the Climatron, Tower Grove House and the Kaeser Memorial Maze for ‘Garden Glow 2013.’ The exhibit will allow visitors to walk through sensory light tunnels, as well as more traditional candlelight village displays. Garden Glow, which takes place Nov. 23 to Jan. 4, also will feature music, food and drinks and other activities.

Mark your calendars: SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY’s Celebrity Waitresses & Waiters’ Night will be held Thursday, Aug. 15, at Plaza Frontenac. The annual event brings together local notables from music, media, sports, business and politics to help raise money for children served by the Nursery. Dinner will be served at several eateries, including BRIO Tuscan Grille, Canyon Café and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse, as well as BrickTop’s, which will be featured in Center Court. Visit crisisnurserykids.org for more information.

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Maryville University extends heartfelt thanks to our 2012 – 2013 St. Louis Speakers Series sponsors. Maryville University President Mark Lombardi (front row, center) joins Bill Conrow (top row, far left), founder and President of Cambridge Speakers Series, and Tom Eschen (top row, far right), Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Maryville University, in thanking primary sponsors of the St. Louis Speakers Series: (top row, from left) Frank Pfau, Corporate Accounts Manager, St. Louis Public Radio KWMU; Mark Halton, Vice President, Global Corporate Marketing and Communications, Monsanto; (bottom row, from left): Gene Diederich, CEO, Moneta Group; Patrick Sly, Executive Vice President, Emerson, and Chairman of the Emerson Charitable Trust; Dan Farrell, Senior Vice President, St. Louis Cardinals; and Rick Sems, former St. Louis Market President, PNC Bank. Unavailable for photo: Andrea Griffith, General Manager, Ladue News; Joe Reagan, President and CEO, St. Louis Regional Chamber; Jack Galmiche, President and CEO, Nine Network of

Travelers on safari will learn about the Zoo’s efforts to save the endangered Grevy’s zebra.

The SAINT LOUIS ZOO is going on safari, and you’re invited to come along! The Zoo’s Travel Program has planned the 2013 Classic Safari to Kenya for Nov. 3 to 15. The Zoo’s curator of herpetology and aquatics, JEFF ETTLING, who has led trips to Costa Rica, Namibia, the Galapagos Islands and Alaska, will serve as escort for the Kenyan tour. Under his guidance, travelers will get an up-close look at magnificent wildlife, relax in a camp and learn the ways of the nomadic Maasai people, among other adventures. Luxurious accommodations include a stay at a tree hotel on the slopes of Mount Kenya. Proceeds from the trip benefit the travel program and the Zoo’s conservation efforts. For more information, call 800-627-1244 or visit stlzoo.org/travel.

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Berlin, Prague and Cuba are the next stops for the CLAYTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. The Chamber is extending an invitation to travel to Berlin and Prague for nine days beginning Oct. 23. From Oct. 27 to Nov. 3, the Chamber also is offering a special opportunity to explore Cuba. The cost of each trip includes airfare, accommodations, transfers, transportation and some meals. An informational meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30, at The Center of Clayton (50 Gay Ave.). For more information, call 726-3033.

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PETER WYSE JACKSON

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“IT WAS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN AS A WORLD LEADER THAT BROUGHT ME HERE.” it may have been the other way around,” he jokes in his gentle, sophisticated Irish brogue. “Maybe I talk funny, but everyone was very welcoming.” One part of life here that he still finds perplexing is our sports. “I’m still struggling to understand the rules of American football, and indeed, baseball. I sit for hours watching the Cardinals on television, but I eventually ask, What’s happening?” As for our beers, his answer is about as diplomatic as an Irishman can be. “All of the St. Louis beers are great, but it isn’t Guinness, is it?” In Jackson’s office, I notice there aren’t any plants and I wonder if it’s because he doesn’t have a green thumb. He tells me his houseplants survive only because of his wife. He adds he loves to garden but while he just doesn’t have the time it takes to do it properly, he believes anyone can have a green thumb. “If you get a tree, dig a hole and stick it in the ground, and don’t care for it and it dies, you can say it’s because you haven’t got a green thumb; when in fact, it’s all about taking the time to research and prepare.” In the big picture, that is

exactly where Jackson’s expertise is most evident. With a light rain falling, the saturated colors of the Garden are literally dripping with absorbance. For 175 years, the stewards of this place have taken the time, preparation and research to make the Missouri Botanical Garden, our city and the world a greener place. It all started with Henry Shaw and continues today with Jackson. Most of us native St. Louisans recognize the importance of ‘Shaw’s Garden,’ but eventually, too many of us take it for granted. We just don’t always see the world the same way people like Jackson do. “We raise the awareness of the people of St. Louis, the region, the nation and the world about the importance of plants in our future. Without plants, there would be no life on earth,” he declares, which brings me back to the way he looks at weeds. “I look at plants, not just to admire their beauty, but at the stories they tell.” I think I may have just figured out that analogy. I should cultivate some dandelions—I hope the neighbors won’t mind.

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S PRESIDENT OF THE Missouri Botanical Garden, Peter Wyse Jackson is one of the world’s foremost botanists and conservationists. For three years now, he has been the steward of an institution that is recognized around the globe as a leader in plant research. On the grounds of the 79-acre Garden in South St. Louis, some of the planet’s most exoticplant species are cultivated, studied and preserved for the benefit of mankind. Jackson is also a big fan of weeds. “I don’t call them weeds. I like plants that grow naturally. You may call them weeds, but I call them native plants.” I’m sort of taken aback with his defense of what many of us—including my neighbors with perfect lawns—would consider a nuisance. So you like dandelions? I ask incredulously. “Oh yes, dandelions are wonderful. They are one of the most useful plants you can imagine,” he says without hesitation. “You can take the flowers, dip them in batter and make delicious fritters. You can chop off the roots, roast them and make delicious coffee; you can eat the leaves in spring in salads; and you can boil the flowers and make wildflower honey. Dandelions also have a long history of being used for medicinal purposes. They are one of my favorite plants, and yet we look on them as a weed.” I’m thinking that there has to be some great life analogy in his response, and I’m trying to figure out what it could be. Peter Wyse Jackson was born in Kilkenny, Ireland, the son of Robert Wyse Jackson, who was Bishop of Limerick and Dean of Cashel. At an early age, young Peter realized he looked at plants differently from the rest of us. “As a teenager, I was interested in plants and the natural environment, and it upset me when I didn’t know what they were called or what they were, so I set about trying to learn about them.” Jackson learned a lot: He earned his Ph.D. in botany from Trinity College in Dublin, was named the curator of the school’s Botanic Garden, and then went on to become the secretary general of an international organization of botanic gardens before being appointed as the director of the National Botanic Gardens of Ireland. In 2010, he came to St. Louis, saying, “It was the significance of the Missouri Botanical Garden as a world leader that brought me here.” He says he is always surprised with the diversity of St. Louis and likes to explore the antique stores and junk shops. He’s even been known to visit thrift shops, where he once found a 1904 World’s Fair trinket. He admits moving to St. Louis from Ireland was an adjustment. “There are always challenges when moving to a new place, but with St. Louis,

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comfort of the 25-acre Mari de Villa campus, activities are still at their fingertips. The Villa Estates Club offers elegant dining, daily live music, water aerobics, weekly exercise programs, card games and book reviews. Now in the fourth year of a five-year construction plan, Wiesehan says new improvements at Mari de Villa continue to enhance guests’ living accommodations and amenities. The Villa Estates, the independent living arm of the retirement community, has 54 private residences ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 square feet that are customized to each individual’s or couple’s vision. “We currently have two large villas that each have two bedrooms being remodeled that will be available,” Wiesehan notes. And for those with different care needs, Terraces at Mari de Villa recently opened for guests diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and memorycare needs. From 24-hour nursing care to music therapy, games and dining, the entire area is geared toward these guests, Wiesehan says. “We

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truly wanted to make this a place where people would enjoy their life.” Mari de Villa is committed to continual improvement, Wiesehan concludes. The seniorliving community is finalizing plans for even more new assisted-living suites and amenities on the east lake shore of the campus, where Wiesehan and his wife, Mary Kay, also call home. “We continue to meet with architects and plan for future projects,” Wiesehan says. “It is truly an exciting time for Mari de Villa and St. Louis.”

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ARI DE VILLA GUESTS ALWAYS ARE on-the-go. With so many on-site amenities and transportation to some of the city’s best entertainment and recreational destinations, the retirement community allows its seniors to stay as active as they like. “Even after 53 years of offering all levels of care at this location in Town & Country, we are continually trying to evolve and enhance our offerings to meet guests’ needs,” president Fred Wiesehan says. For guests who desire a day-long getaway, the 18-seat Villa Estates Private Bus whisks them away to Cardinals baseball games, Missouri Botanical Garden private tours, Peabody Opera House performances, Labadie Station dinners and Hermann winery visits, among others. Wiesehan says the day trips are a big hit. “They reminisce about attending different St. Louis attractions throughout their lives, and then they can go and share those activities again with their new neighbors.” And for guests who prefer to remain in the

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OOTH DECAY IS BAD ENOUGH, BUT when bacteria enters the picture, things really can get ugly. Bacteria infecting the pulp inside a tooth’s root can find its way there through deep cavities, cracks or untreated gum disease, and the resulting infection forms a pocket of pus known as an abscess. “The earliest symptom of an abscess is a small pimple on the gum tissue, next to a tooth,” says Dr. Humaira Rosinski, a dentist with Creve Coeur Dental. “An abscess is cause for concern, and any person who notices shape and/or color change in their tissue should be seen immediately.” The bump on the gum is known as a fistula and may allow an abscess to go unnoticed because it helps relieve pain. “If there’s nowhere for the infection to go and it stays in the tooth, then we see swelling and pain,” says Katie Kuehn, a dental assistant to Dr. Robert Rothenberg. “But if the tooth is broken and the infection drains into the gum, it’s not as painful.” Other common symptoms related to an abscess include a persistent toothache, sensitivity to temperature or pressure, swelling, and swollen

lymph nodes near the infection site. Prompt treatment is important to prevent the infection from spreading to the jaw and surrounding tissue or becoming a body-wide systemic bacterial infection. There are two ways to treat an abscess, Kuehn says: root canal treatment or extraction. A root canal can save the tooth. “Size and location are the greatest determining factors for how an abscess is treated,” Rosinski adds. Prior to a root canal or extraction, the abscess is drained. “Two quick examples: a larger facial swelling, anything bigger than a pimple, is treated by incision, drainage and a course of antibiotics. Yes, incision and drainage is as painful as it sounds. Once the swelling subsides, further treatment of the tooth is possible. A smaller abscess is treated in the same manner: incise, drain, antibiotics and determination of treatment.” While root canals have a fearsome reputation, the patient’s mouth is numbed, as if having a cavity filled, and the procedure offers immediate pain relief. By drilling deep into the tooth’s root, infected tissue can be removed. The resulting root

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OM AND ELIZABETH BURKE GOT THEIR first inkling of what life would be like at The Gatesworth before they even moved in. “They have a moving assistant who comes in and assesses what furniture from your home can come to your new apartment,” Elizabeth Burke explains. “We had so much furniture and too many things, and she helps decide what can fit. She’s with you the day you move in, and she stays with you all day— it’s like they’re holding your hand.” Burke thought this in itself was a helpful service, but the fact that the assistant came all the way from St. Louis to the couple’s Chicago-area home was beyond expectations. “She had a daughter who was looking at Loyola University, so she was able to come to our house while she was there.” The couple, each 73, decided to make the move in April because St. Louis is where two of their six children (and five of their 14 grandchildren) live. “We wanted to make a change for ourselves before our children had to for us,” Burke explains. “We looked at many places, both here and in Chicago. The minute we walked into The Gatesworth, it was

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such a wonderful, friendly atmosphere and it was so beautiful.” Since moving, the couple hasn’t looked back. “This place enriches our lives,” Burke says. “We’re just very fortunate and very lucky. We have to pinch ourselves every day. It’s just a very stimulating place to be, with the activities and conversations with the other residents, who are all very learned and have great, diverse backgrounds.” She’s tried out many of the activities, including the Current Events group, continuing education, movie nights, the walking club and day trips. “Being from out of town, we want to get to know the area.” Their new residence also has relieved many of the burdens of home ownership, Burke says. “The

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apartments are cleaned once a week; and if you’re unable, you can call a personal assistant who will do your laundry and make certain that you have all your errands and appointments taken care of. There’s a limo that will take you different places like shopping. We always say it’s like a cruise ship that has docked—it’s even better than that, because everyone is so kind. The staff’s motto is ‘Ask us what you need, and the answer is always yes.’ That’s what they say, and it’s true.” But the greatest joy is being close to family, Burke says, noting that Tom, a sports enthusiast, gets to see all of their grandchildren’s Little League games. “He even got to help coach at a few of them; he was just thrilled with that,” she says. “This is all keeping us young.”

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arylen Mann grew up admiring history’s greatest philosophers, from Aristotle to John Locke—and she aimed to follow in their footsteps. “But my dad told me there were no employment ads in the paper for philosophers,” Mann recalls, chuckling. “He said, Do education, you can always fall back on that.” Mann listened. She taught in public schools for two years, then went on to work in the Department of Education at Washington University and at a federally funded curriculum development lab at University of Missouri—St. Louis. “Once I got into education, I really fell in love with curriculum development,” she says. That passion for curriculum development would lead Mann to create OASIS, a nationwide program that offers seniors lifelong learning courses, physical activities and community-involvement opportunities. “When I was made aware in the ’70s that people who retire and are no longer raising their families or pursuing their occupations were living longer and didn’t have enough to occupy them, it struck me as a perfect opportunity,” she explains. In an effort to fill this void and give people aging into retirement a better quality of life, Mann launched OASIS in St. Louis in 1982 with a grant from the U. S. Administration on Aging. Today, OASIS spans 43 cities across the country and has 370,000 members. Through OASIS, seniors can dive into everything from classes on history, technology, plays and poetry to peer-led creative writing and more at various community locations, including the Center of Clayton and Forest Park’s Visitor Center. And there are opportunities to stay physically active, too. Yoga, pilates and water aerobics are offered at the Center of Clayton, and seniors can tour popular locales, such as Saint Louis Zoo, Touhill Performing Arts Center and historic Washington Avenue. The part of OASIS that touches Mann’s heart most is its Intergenerational Tutoring Program that she pioneered in 1989. The largest program of its kind in the country with 5,800 volunteers in 26 cities, it trains adults in techniques for helping children who struggle to develop reading and language skills. “It adds so much meaning to the lives of the tutors—they get more out of it than they give,” Mann notes. And when she’s not dreaming up new coursework for OASIS, Mann leads and attends classes. “It’s as satisfying for me to sit in a class as to lead a class,” she says. While at the head of the class, she shares Pearls of Wit and Wisdom, which highlights local women 28

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who have a significant life story full of achievements and rare experiences. The topic continually draws a large crowd of 50 to 60 engaged attendees, Mann says. “There’s nothing more thrilling than presenting to a class that really appreciates it.” In addition to helping seniors stay healthy and sharp, Mann says she is proud of the fact that OASIS builds communities. “I see people coming together and forming communities around ideas.” Later in life, when careers end and children no longer need their parents as often, it is more difficult to make friends, she explains. OASIS gives seniors that opportunity to spend time with people who share their interests. “And things that you care about energize you,” she says. Beyond OASIS, Mann also is energized by a

multitude of additional community programs, such as Washington University’s Gephardt Institute, Jewish Community Center, Radio Arts Foundation, Missouri Historical Society, Contemporary Art Museum, Lift for Life Academy and Maryville University’s Kids Rock Cancer. “I believe in busy,” Mann emphasizes. “The more involved and active you are, the happier you’ll be. And if we’re excited about life, we transmit that to friends and family. An enthusiasm for life is precious.” Mann adds that while there are problems in growing older, there are still opportunities. “It’s important to wake up and have something you look forward to being engaged in, to keep a social network with other people and step outside of yourself as much as you can.”

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Dennis Golden

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of the board and our founders and sponsors, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet,” he says. “I’ve tried to keep in concert with the Sisters of St. Joseph throughout my presidency, and I hope that continues. They also founded St. Joseph’s Academy, and they have been phenomenal partners. It’s their values and charism and vision that founded these institutions.” But while staying true to its foundations, Fontbonne has grown in many ways during Golden’s tenure. At the most basic level, the school was granted ‘university’ status, having previously been designated as a college. “That was monumental,” he says. “It helped elevate the quality and the public image of the institution.” The university also has instituted an embedded three-year strategic planning cycle to provide more thoughtful consideration of the school’s growth, as well as annual all-campus meetings that Golden believes are instrumental to having a fully informed university community. And since 2008, the university has had an annual Dedicated Semester, in which the entire faculty participates, bringing in speakers and hosting forums on that

year’s theme. The first such semester focused on Judaism and Its Cultures, earning the school the Norman A. Stack Community Relations Award from the Jewish Community Relations Council. “It’s brought us a breadth and depth of intellectual pursuit and transformational change beyond what I’ve seen on a college campus,” he says. More recent university achievements include national acclaim for Falling, a play by Mustard Seed Theatre founder Deanna Jent; as well as recognition for the university’s international program with the Export Achievement Certificate, presented by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Upon his retirement, which he considers more of a ‘transition,’ Golden and his wife have plans to move to Charlotte, N.C., where two of their three adult children live, and spend time with their nine grandkids. Although plans aren’t set in stone, he is leaving the door open to consultation and teaching opportunities that might come up. But he does know one thing for sure: “I’m not going to sit on my back porch and contemplate the cosmos. That is just not Denny Golden.”

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ennis Golden probably is the only sitting university president to have twice turned down a draft offer by the NFL. The Fontbonne University president, who plans to retire in 2014 after 19 years at the institution, turned down his contract with the Dallas Cowboys in order to serve in the Marine Corps. After his service, he declined another offer from the New York Giants, to take an assistant dean’s job at his alma mater, Holy Cross College. “As I look back on it, I can see the hand of the Lord in it,” he says. “The presidency for me is really a vocation; it’s a calling, not a job. You ask any university president and they’ll say it’s a 24/7, 365 job. To do it, you’d better really have a love affair with your institution, which I do with Fontbonne.” And with his decision to retire, as with his initial entry into academic life, Golden sees a higher power at work, referring to his favorite Biblical verse, Ecclesiastes 3:1: To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven. “I will have been in higher education for 48 straight years, and it’s been a labor of love all the way through. I’ll also have time to spend a good number of years—God-willing—with our family, who are out of state.” He adds that it will allow more time with his wife, Monica, who is a cancer survivor. “When the person you love more deeply than anyone else in the world is suffering through that, you put different values on time and your life, so it was time from both an institutional and a family perspective.” When he leaves, Golden will be departing a university very different from the one he began with 19 years ago—although, he says, some of the most important things have not changed. “It’s a cooperative relationship between the lay members

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Life’s a Stage By Katherine Comfort-Mason

lizabeth ‘Bunny’ Wight Herring, who swung from a trapeze to celebrate her 80th birthday, has never been particularly interested in contemplating what she can’t—or shouldn’t—do. Born into a prominent Ladue family, she attended Mary Institute and an East Coast boarding school, and then went to New York City to study at the prestigious American School of Ballet. Her parents assumed that she might dance professionally for a few years with a highbrow company, then marry well and pass her days sipping tea. Herring, however, had other ideas. She joined the circus, married a cowboy and lived an improbable life that she recounts in a recently published 32

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autobiography, Still Swinging on Wonderland. “I’ve been lucky, I suppose, to have the nerve to do what I wanted,” she says. At 86, Herring still marches to the beat of her own drummer. And she’s helping others through her involvement in several charities, like the Fathers’ Support Center and the YMCA. For the past decade, she’s also been passionately involved with Prison Performing Arts, a program that fosters the intellectual and personal development of incarcerated individuals through a variety of artistic disciplines. Herring has shared the stage with convicts in Shakespeare plays, taught poetry to juvenile delinquents and led young women awaiting

trial in ballet lessons. “It’s not about these girls becoming dancers,” she explains. “Most of them have been abused—physically and sexually. Through ballet, they are able to take back ownership of their bodies, and to hold their heads high.” Herring’s return to the barre marks the completion of one of her life’s dizzying circles. Sixty-five years ago, a woman from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus visited her school in Manhattan to recruit dancers. “I’d always loved the circus,” says Herring. “And it sounded like such a thrill, so I auditioned...and I was hired.” Of course, Herring still needed to break the news to her parents. “I called up Mother and said, ‘I’ve got a job!’ And she asked with which dance company. And I told her about the beautiful costumes and how I’d get to see the country. Then she asked me again, ‘Which company?’ So I finally told her—and there was just silence.” Dismayed, Herring’s father contacted his lawyer to see if her contract could be nullified, while her mother rushed to New York to bring her home. But Herring was adamant and eventually wore her parents down. Thus began three memorable years beneath the famous Ringling Bros. big top. Herring met her husband in another place no one thought she ought to be—a saloon. On vacation with her family at a Wyoming dude ranch, she was “bored stiff” and decided one night to sneak into town. Behind the swinging doors, she found the bar packed with rowdy cowboys and lumberjacks. But she set her sights on a rancher who held court in a back room, dealing poker. His name was Skyler Herring, but everyone called him “Swede.” And Herring left the sparkle of the circus to become his wife, beginning a marriage that lasted more than 50 years. “I don’t know which my parents thought was worse, the circus or the cowboy,” she says. But after she and Swede began having children, a truce was reached. Her parents owned land in Pike County, Mo., and offered it to the young couple to farm. They accepted, and the farm remains in the family today. After her children grew up, Herring went to work as a real estate agent, and used the commissions she earned selling rural tracts to city slickers to travel the world. Later, she enrolled at Washington University, graduating at 60 with a bachelor’s degree in English, soon followed by a master’s. After her husband’s death in 2005, Herring returned to St. Louis full-time and threw herself into philanthropic work. The décor of her condo illustrates the various eras in her colorful life—a balletthemed bedroom, an equestrian motif in the living room and a dining room decked in brocade evoking a circus tent. She also has paid tribute to significant moments with several tattoos, including the motto of her boarding school, Esse Quam Videri, which encircles her ankle. Although the prisons she visits mandate conservative clothing, the ink often peeks from beneath her trouser leg, catching the eye of curious convicts. “It always takes them by surprise!” she says, clearly pleased. The motto, by the way, means ‘to be what you seem.’ Elizabeth Herring is that—and quite a bit more.

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The Best Senior Living in St. Louis! Closer to Family… i was living in Pennsylvania and i wanted to get closer to my niece and her family in st. Louis. i was living all alone and it was very lonely. My niece told me all about the Fountains, with all the great activities available, best of all they have bridge groups. i have made so many good friends in this past nine years, i can’t think of any other place i want to be. This is my home and i love it.

Connie Leone

A note from The Executive Director: Linda Iken-Robertson The Fountains is celebrating nine wonderful years this september. i would like to consider myself a founder also, since opening the Fountains in 2004, it has been a wonderful nine years of serving our seniors. My staff and i are committed to helping each individual, who chooses to retire with us at The Fountains, to enjoy life to the fullest. We are dedicated to encouraging a healthy independent lifestyle for mature adults. We take that responsibility to heart and it is our purpose. When you choose to live at The Fountains of West County, you not only become a part of one of the best west county neighborhoods, you become family.

I’m living again… Living alone had been just that…lonely. sure i have friends, even that wasn’t the answer. i wanted to socialize, have a life again and feel like i was doing something. Well, i found the answer and moved to the Fountains retirement community whose residents are full of life and being lonely here is not an option. now i have a new home and new friends that share my same interest, and i’m living again. Alice Schultz Feeling safe and secure is only the beginning… i always believed it could never happen to me. Well, if you’ve watched the news lately, it can. so i took charge of my own life and found my new secured home at the Fountains of West County. My daughter is so glad i moved to the Fountains, because retirement isn’t supposed to be stressful…and feeling safe and secure is important to me.

Gail Mars

The residents and the staff have become part of my family… nine years ago, i sold my home, had some health issues and was living with my daughter at the time. as i began to regain my strength, i realized i needed my own home. and home is immediately what i found when i walked into the Fountains. The Fountains has been my home for nine years and i am truly blessed to live here and to call the Fountains of West County my home.

Texie Morris I have my independence back again… i am a social person and i was missing that aspect in my life. Moving to the Fountains gave me that social interaction again and i have made some great friends. From the wonderful staff to the wide variety of fun activities, i always have something to do.

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The staff at the Fountains are so very friendly and caring, as they are always willing to provide the supportive and personal care when needed. The Fountain’s ability to handle and resolve emergencies is second to none. Living here in this safe environment allows me to live as independently as possible.

Through a friend in 2004, i heard of the Fountains. The move to the Fountains, for me gave me peace of mind and the freedom to do as much as i want or as little as i wish. now i have lots of friends and there’s always something to do. i feel very secure, while being surrounded by a staff that really cares and the assistance is always there when needed.

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Nick Karakas His generosity, along with his passion for promoting all things Greek, increased in the coming years. “Of course, everyone is proud of their heritage,” Karakas says. “But Greece has played such an intrinsic role in the world’s civilization. And beyond antiquity, more than a third of the words in the English language today are of Greek derivation.” In the 1980s, he established the Karakas Family Foundation Scholarship and donated $550,000 to found a Greek studies program at the University of Missouri – St. Louis. He later played an integral role in raising funds for the campus’ Hellenic Culture Center. “It has been such a pleasure to work with the university in maintaining the Greek ethos and its importance to the world,” says Karakas, adding that his goal is for UMSL to become the country’s pre-eminent institution for the study of Greek and Hellenic culture. That goal is even closer to being realized with his recent donation of $1.5 million to endow a chair in Byzantine and Orthodox studies. In a lifetime packed with achievement, a highlight for Karakas was attending the 2004 summer Olympics in Athens. Of course, the trip wasn’t purely a vacation; he had led an effort by the Hellenic Cultural Foundation to raise $1 million for the commission of a mural by St. Louis-based artist Euripides Kastaris. The work was installed in the stadium’s VIP area. Karakas hopes to make a return trip to Greece in the next year or so—if he can slip away from the office. “Coming to work every day is a joy, although it unfortunately means I am away from my wife.” He and his wife, Sophia, have been married for 62 years, and despite his long hours and busy schedule, his maxim to “love your partner as much as you love yourself” has held him in good stead. And Karakas has no intention of slowing down. “When older people slow down, they lose the drive to enjoy their remaining years,” he says. “If they don’t work, they should volunteer—anything to stay active and continue to contribute.” This spring, Karakas received an honorary Doctor of Arts and Letters degree from UMSL in recognition of his dedication and support. But while he appreciates plaudits, he considers his contributions to be nothing more than repayment of a debt. “The Lord has given me these extra years to give back a portion of what I’ve earned and achieved, and I’m trying my best to do just that.”

An American Dream Come True By Katherine Comfort-Mason

he concept of the American dream was popularized by historian James Tuslow Adams, who described it as the dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for every man, with opportunity for each according to his ability or achievement. That’s a fine definition of a well-used—perhaps overused—catchphrase. But to truly appreciate what the American dream is all about, you simply need to meet its flesh-and-blood embodiment: 87-year-old Nicholas Karakas. Karakas, a respected local businessman and philanthropist, was born to Greek émigrés who joined relatives in St. Louis at the turn of the 20th century. His father, who instilled in his sons a fierce and enduring work ethic, eventually left the family candy kitchen to sell candy and cigarettes wholesale. Today, that fledgling business has evolved into Discount Smoke Shops, a chain of more than 40 stores across the Midwest that keeps Karakas working 10-hour days. But it also has allowed him to honor his heritage and to help educate young people about Greek history and culture. Karakas fondly recalls the “intimacy and comradeship” of the Greek neighborhood where he grew up—one of the many ethnic enclaves that

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made up South St. Louis at the time. That area has once again become a haven for immigrants, but now most come from countries such as Bosnia, Mexico and Somalia. And that’s good news to Karakas, who recognizes in those groups the same optimism and ambition that his parents and others brought with them to America in generations past. “Immigrants work harder, they study harder,” he insists. “They deserve an opportunity to prove themselves.” Karakas knows a thing or two about proving himself. After serving in the Marine Corps, he enrolled at Saint Louis University—a beneficiary, he notes proudly, of the G.I. Bill—and went to work with his father and brother. The business prospered, but Karakas didn’t wait to become a wealthy man to begin his philanthropic activities. “I felt that we had been favored,” he explains. “My parents had the fortitude and bravery to come to a strange nation, and it was good to us. So I tried to do some good, too.” Karakas began awarding college scholarships in 1955—only a few years after his own graduation. Those early awards may not have been large, but their impact was lasting. Decades after the fact, recipients have approached him to thank him for his life-changing gifts.

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“My parents had the fortitude and bravery to come to a strange nation, and it was good to us. So I tried to do some good, too.”

Bill Wilson

Cartoon Character

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f you flip through the funnies or skim the editorials, you might miss what Bill Wilson calls a “fine art” often overlooked by its audience. This resident of Aberdeen Heights in Kirkwood is not only a former cartoonist—he’s an avid collector of editorial cartoons, illustrations and comic strips. “It’s an art that very few people pay any attention to or understand,” Wilson explains, noting that he started his collection in this 1960s during business travels. “I’d stop by a newspaper and try to meet the editorial cartoonists (or whoever was on the art staff) and get to know them and try to get an original drawing.” Wilson says his collection includes a “couple of hundred” pieces, ranging from editorials to classic Disney characters. “When it comes to favorite artists, that’s a hard question to answer because there’s so many,” he explains while naming a small handful, including Dan Martin, the man behind the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Weatherbird. “Probably the finest piece I have is Prince Valiant, done by Hal Foster—he’s like God in the comic business.” Other collection notables include pieces by late editorial cartoonist Joe Parrish and Beetle Bailey artist Mort Walker. About the same time as his collection began,

Wilson started creating his own cartoons. He says his pieces were primarily black-and-white editorials using a brush and ink, pen and ink, charcoal and black crayon. “I started doing some drawings for one of the New York investment trade papers. Once a year, we put out a parody newspaper full of drawings and comics about different guys in the business, and it was really a slam on a lot of the big guns—all in humor and good fun.” Because this wa s a p u b l i s h e d newspaper, Wilson explains, it earned h i m t h e r i g h t to apply to the National Cartoonist Society after his 1991 retirement. Now a member, he typically attends the annual convention, which he dubs the ‘cartooning Oscars.’ “I’ve gotten to meet a lot of the people whose work you see in magazines and newspapers,” he says. “It’s been interesting and a lot of fun—a great bunch of people!”

“It’s an art that very few people pay any attention to or understand.”

By Julia Christensen

Despite his knack for drawing, Wilson’s journey into the comic world has been a roundabout experience. Originally from New Jersey, Wilson went to the University of Arkansas to study agriculture. After changing his major to economics, he entered the world of Wall Street, followed by five years in the Air Force. After his service, he returned to Wall Street, then later took an out-of-state opening with his company, landing him in St. Louis. A true renaissance man, Wilson balanced a career in finance with his artistic flair—an impressive accomplishment in a world where people say they’re lucky to be good at one or the other. Seemingly unusual, this parity of numbers and creativity apparently runs in his family. “My brothers were very good artists and I’d try to copy them,” he explains. “My oldest brother became a banker, my middle brother became an architect and I ended up in the bond business.” Now retired, Wilson focuses on traveling, reading, politics and physical fitness. While he no longer creates his own cartoons, he still is an avid art appreciator. “Over the years, I have amassed a nice, small collection. It’s not big, but I enjoy it— and I’ve enjoyed meeting all the artists and getting to know them.” {LadueNews.com} July 19, 2013

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Across the Generations How great! If more means merrier, then these multi-generational families must be gleeful as can be. Take a look at these great-grandparents enjoying time with their kin.

By Julia Christensen

Dolores Zitzmann with some of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Little Lucy Ronan with her mom Amy Ronan, grandmother Jane Jostes and great-grandmother Betty Schreiber

Hank Graham with great-grandparents Dick and Bevie Straub 36

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Rae and Jack Kootman with some of their great-grandchildren

Nanette Holtzman with her great grandson, Mason Weglarz

Eleanor Slater with her great-grandchildren, Jairo, Elia and Addi Rios

Philip Isserman with his son, Michael Isserman, granddaughter Julie Zuick, and great-grandson Benjamin Zuick

Marvin Gelber with some of his great-grandchildren

Roz and Arnie Libanoff with their great-grandchildren Simon Leeds and Zoe and Tyler Lourie

Eve Dann with great-grandchildren Andrew, Rebecca and Jessica Sachs

Oliver Leonard and his greatgrandfather, Oliver Sucher

Sue Goldberg with her great-granddaughter Simone Hotter and grandson Christian Hotter

Great-grandmother Dorothy Schmid with her family

Roberta Hayman and her greatgrandsons, Carson and Gavin Linder

Emily Swiney and her greatgranddaughter, Veronica Kellogg

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Summer Scrapbook By Brittany Nay

ABERDEEN HEIGHTS

ater sports. Outdoor festivities. Dancing to live music. These are just some of the ways residents of local retirement communities are staying active. Take a look at this scrapbook highlighting some of their favorite ways to kick back and cool off this summer.

FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE ENJOYING SOME R-AND-R. Friendship Village-Chesterfield residents—and their pets—thrive in flowering gardens and outdoor courtyards during sunny summer days. Here, Marilynn Booher and her dog relax in the shade.

DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY. Residents Donna Jepsen and Ted Randolph dance on the patio at Aberdeen Heights’ sunset cocktail hour.

AVID RUNNER. Aberdeen Heights resident Dottie Gray has competed in 5Ks, marathons and everything in-between. Her most recent accomplishment was a win in the Senior Olympics.

GROWING FLOWERS—AND FRIENDSHIPS. LaVerne Brueggeman (left) admires her first-place entry at the 2013 Friendship Village Chesterfield Flowers Spring to Life Show with fellow residents Billie Greif and Marilynn Booher.

COOLING DOWN. The Aberdeen Heights Tartans water volleyball team enjoys spending time in the pool during the hot summer days.

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STAYING COOL. Friendship Village residents have fun while also getting some exercise during a water volleyball game.

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MAN’S BEST FRIEND A highlight of the summer at The Gatesworth is its Pooch Parade, an annual showcase for dogs who call One McKnight Place home. Resident Jack Brandt spent some quality time with his Italian greyhound, Oscar, at the ‘red carpet’ event.

Shirley Ernst cuddles her Yorkie, Kiki, at The Gatesworth’s Pooch Parade.

BEAT THE HEAT. Brentmoor residents cool down with snow cones during Snow Day.

FRIENDS FOREVER. The Men of Brentmoor group enjoys a meal. Donna Ward and her dog, Nikki, enjoy The Gatesworth’s Pooch Parade.

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Wedding Wisdom

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Go with the Pros By John Sullivan

truly love weddings. We did another beautiful wedding this past weekend. The blushing bride, the handsome groom and the prospect of a lifetime of happiness renews my soul every time I service a wedding, from the simplest to the most elaborate. But all weddings—even the laid-back ones—take a certain amount of preparation. Weddings are many things: a solemn ceremony during which profound promises are made, an incredible celebration of love, a fabulous party to end all parties, and a personal expression of the taste, passions and creativity of the bride, groom and their parents. There are so many choices to make—the dress, the location, the flowers, the cake, the table settings and so on; and it takes a lot of effort and energy to pull everything into a harmonious whole. It is the opportunity of a lifetime, so why take chances with a well-meaning friend who makes cakes at home or does flowers out of her garage? Planning what you want shouldn’t be put in the hands of well-intentioned friends or relatives, or based on someone whose work is ‘cheaper’ or from some information you’ve gotten over the Internet. Planning such a momentous occasion and getting everything just right should be put into the hands of a professional. We are on a very tight budget, or We are doing this ourselves and really can’t afford to spend too much are all valid and very true concerns. But did you realize that doing it yourself, or with somebody’s cousin who has done a wedding or two, could actually cost you more? Most

Flowers by Ken Miesner’s from the October 2012 wedding of Ryan and Megan Maher

professionals are willing to work with any budget; and if they are tried-and-true, they must love their jobs—therefore, they will do their best to accommodate your situation. Some vendors are known taste-makers. Their joy and pride comes from helping you plan a wedding that’s entirely personal and unique. You want people whose goal is to provide you with their all, and are as excited as you to give you their very best. There is only a slight variation in prices from an amateur to the most seasoned purveyor. I know from my experience in the floral business that almost all florists mark up their products in the same way. Experienced florists (as experienced

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r . a n d M r s . D av i d Broughton of Chesterfield are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Ashley, to Bryan David Hartbeck, son of Janet Hartbeck and the late Michael Hartbeck of O’Fallon, Mo. Elizabeth is the granddaughter of Pat and the late Jack Quinn of Glendale, and the late Melvin and Grace Broughton of Shelbina, Mo. Bryan is the grandson of Mary and the late David Mehegan, and the late Richard and Patricia Hartbeck, all of St. Louis. Elizabeth graduated from Ursuline Academy and works as a pediatric nurse at Washington University School of Medicine. Bryan attended St. Dominic High School and University of Missouri – St. Louis. The couple began dating in high school, and after a decade together, Bryan rang in the new year by popping the question. They are to be married on Sept. 7 in a ceremony at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, followed by a reception at The Chase Park Plaza. After honeymooning on the Riviera Maya in Mexico, they will make their home in Kirkwood.

r. and Mrs. Ronald Hefley of Chesterfield are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Carrie Michelle, to John Andrew Gurley, son of Todd and Sheila Gurley of Sunset Hills. The bride-to-be attended St. Joseph’s Academy and graduated from University of Missouri in 2007. She works as a child life specialist at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Specialty Hospital. The future groom is a graduate of Lindbergh High School and also attended University of Missouri, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in 2005. He is a founding partner of Redbird Advisors, a national insurance marketing organization headquartered in St. Louis. Although Carrie and Drew’s paths crossed many times during college, they did not meet until mutual friends brought them together. Drew made an already important occasion momentous when he proposed to Carrie after they closed on their new home. The couple is to be married on Oct. 5 in a ceremony at Ascension Catholic Church, followed by a reception at the Crowne Plaza in Clayton. After honeymooning in Aruba, they will make their home in Ballwin.

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Designing Minds By Alan E. Brainerd

s many of you know, I think of my books as my friends and feel that every person— no matter their background or station in life—should have a library, whether it consists of one bookshelf or a room full of custom-built cabinetry from floor to ceiling. When I travel, I always purchase books as a remembrance of where I have been and to use as reference for my design projects. I’ve also started purchasing books from my travels for my great-niece after she was born (she is now 7 years old). Her library from ‘Unc Unc’ is something she can eventually pass down to her children. Starting a child’s library is paramount in their development and understanding of this world. In my own library, my focus is, of course, on design-related books and autobiographies. I’d like to share four titles with you that I feel are worth adding to your collection, as well.

Designers at Home: Personal Reflections on Stylish Living By Ronda Rice Carman If you have always wondered how 50 of the leading interior designers and tastemakers of the 20th and 21st century live or have lived, this is the book for you. Barry Dixon, Tobi Fairley, Steven Gambrel, Kathryn Ireland, Charlotte Moss, Suzanne Rheinstein, Rose Tarlow, Hutton Wilkinson and Bunny Williams are just a few who have opened their front doors. Whether you are drawn to apartments or manicured estates, this book offers design ideas for all types of abodes. Of course, we each have our own personal likes and dislikes, so not all of these styles will appeal to you. But there always is at least one thing that you can take away from each designer, so see which 50 things you can gather to inspire you. Flair: Exquisite Invitations, Lush Flowers, and Gorgeous Table Settings By Joe Nye with Caitlin Leffel I had the pleasure of meeting Joe Nye a few years back in Chicago at an Institute of Classical Architecture & Art event held in a Gold Coast apartment designed architecturally by David Adler and decorated by Adler’s sister, Francis Elkins. Nye, I am sad to report, passed away last month. He was a tastemaker to the stars not only in Los Angeles but the world over. His book—broken down into four categories: table settings, paper, flowers and essentials—is a must-have for anyone who entertains. Filled with photos of his projects and tables set to perfection, this is the go-to how-to book to have on your shelves. Nye believed that entertaining need not be something to fear, but to embrace. He left a wonderful legacy to us all!

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Bringing Paris Home By Penny Drue Baird Who doesn’t love Paris? Truly the most romantic city in the world and undeniably the tastemaker that sets the standard for around the globe, there is something sensuous and sexy about Parisian design: the added curves to the boxlike cabinets or fireplace mantles, the gutsy fabrics that rest on a petit fauteuil, the iron detail on lanterns and curtain rods—all of the attention to detail that the French take such pride in is represented within the covers of this book. Baird systematically covers the topics of Architecture, Fireplaces, Furniture, Paint and Wall Treatments, Lighting, Cafes and Table Tops, Flea Markets and Collecting so that you can pull your whole look together and gain inspiration from the eclectic mix that the French do so well. From passementerie to pool tile, this covers it all.

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ROSE CUMMING: DESIGN INSPIRATION By Jeffrey Simpson Albert Hadley summed it up about Rose Cumming: She was vivacious and wicked. What a life this doyenne of interior design led and a good deal of it is told in this book! Cumming sort of fell into her career in design in an odd way. While lunching with Vanity Fair editor Frank Crowninshield at the Plaza one day in 1917, she asked him for a job. His response? “Well, perhaps you would like to become a decorator?” Her response: “Perhaps I would, but first tell me what it is.” Well, she certainly found out, and made her mark in a big way in the big city. Her client list read as a who’s who in New York society. Cumming was a woman who knew few boundaries in her career or personal life; and this book is full of images of her design work, as well as photographs that will give you a glimpse into her wacky world. Toward the end of her life, it was not unusual for Cumming to sit in her shop in only a slip and pearls with a hat on and wait for a customer to come in so she could regale them with stories of her life. Truly a one-of-a-kind gem!

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GARDEN SHADOWS BY PAT RAVEN, PH.D., AND JULIE HESS

Sneak Attack Lurking on the undersides of leaves, a shade gardener’s nightmare slyly spreads a white, fuzzy coating that can go unnoticed. If you look on a warm, dry day, you may find absolutely nothing. On rainy days, that white fuzz emerges and releases millions of tiny spores to spread the dread to other nearby impatiens. Then, one day during late spring—especially one with very cool, damp weather—you look and all you have left are sickly yellow sticks where your beautiful impatiens border used to be. Your impatiens have been attacked by Plasmopara obducens—the impatiens downy mildew—and they will die.

color plant for season-long bloom in the shade, but their excessive use has brought us to this point. If you already have this problem in your yard, do not use impatiens for four or five years in an attempt to rid the soil of the ‘resting’ spores. Use this as a new planting opportunity and try something different. Colorful Annuals and Tender Plants for Shade Begonias are just as common as impatiens for shady beds and borders. Go a little upscale with your new planting plan and bring in the bright red leaves of the kingly Begonia rex ‘Stained Glass.’ Try the large camellia-flowered tuberous begonias or the splashy, brilliant orange sprays of B.boliviensis ‘Bonfire.’ Torenia, the wishbone flower, also is great in the shade. ‘Summer Wave’ is a high performance hybrid series that comes in ‘Blue,’ ‘Amethyst’ and ‘Large Violet.’ The ‘Catalina’ series goes beyond the blue shades and adds bicolors in yellow, white and pink. The ‘Shadow Dancers’ fuchsia series has been selected for shady area hanging baskets and offers many floral color combinations. Julie’s favorite is Fuchsia ‘Koralle,’ the honeysuckle fuchsia, adored by humans and hummingbirds alike for the sweet nectar in the edible flowers. As with almost all fuchsias in Missouri, bring this one in before frost. Caladiums are the most colorful plants for the deep shade. Slow to start, they thrive on our summer heat. Start early indoors or purchase pots already sprouted. ‘Pink Symphony’ looks like a pink silk handkerchief with a few delicate green veins and white touches. ‘Candy Land’ also has a narrow spade leaf, but in white, with green

edges and pink spots. ‘White Christmas,’ a classic with white background and striking green veins and edges, is very visible in shade, as is ‘Stardust,’ which has a medium green frame with a clean white starburst centered to the stem. Choices for Partial Shade Try the colored foliage of all of the new coleus selections. Coleus ‘Sedona’ is the color of a warm, Arizona sunset, with shades of the local red rock in sun and shadow. ‘Velvet Mocha’ has a similar, but simpler, color pattern on a narrow, lacier leaf. ‘LifeLime’ is another brilliant member of the ‘ColorBlaze’ series and offers a bright, clear chartreuse leaf with occasional small maroon dots. The Browallia ‘Endless’ series with ‘Flirtation’ wh i te , ‘ Ce l e b ra t i o n ’ pa l e l ave n d e r a n d ‘Illumination’ rich blue all perform well as basket or box plants that will spill over the edges or flow across beds. They offer a very long bloom season and should perform well until frost. Perilla often is recommended for both culinary and ornamental use and will grow under almost any conditions, but be warned—it is a weed! Don’t use it unless you plan to eat a lot of it or ‘deadhead’ it so there are no seeds. Choices for Shade I love the soft silver leaves and pale pink flowers of Lamium maculatum ‘Pink Chablis.’ This spotted deadnettle is heat-tolerant, drought-tolerant and deer-resistant. Try some of the purple, bronze or chartreuseleaved Heuchera or Heucherella varieties that are on the market now. Heuchera ‘Southern Comfort’ Continued on page 65

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What is It? If you have never heard of this dastardly fungal disease, join the club. It only came to my attention during a random conversation with some Massachusetts garden club colleagues. Julie Hess, horticulturist at the Missouri Botanical Garden, began seeing it at about that same time, so we are all just coming into the know. First reported in greenhouses on the East Coast in 2004, it has now been confirmed all over the U.S., Canada and Europe. Impatiens downy mildew is particularly aggressive in beds where impatiens are used every year. The ‘resting’ spores that form in the dying stems are released into the soil over winter and then infect the next year’s new crop of plants. Then, this nasty organism produces short-lived spores that spread easily with splashing water and cause new infections on nearby plants. The widely popular Impatiens walleriana is the main victim. The new plants that you buy each year may have been infected in the grower’s greenhouse and carried home from the store, spreading the infection. By running irrigation at night or watering too often, the spores have the ideal damp conditions under which they may spread. There is no reasonable treatment to save a plant that is infected, like cutting back the diseased parts or treating with fungicide. Julie suggests to cut your losses, cull the entire plant (roots and all), and move on to something else for that shady bed. Use disposable rubber gloves while handling infected plants and do not touch healthy ones. Do not compost diseased plants. Toss them out in sealed plastic bags with the household garbage. Just as farmers have rotated crops for centuries to help maintain the health and balance of their soil, so, too, must the ornamental gardener now think in the same way. Impatiens have always been the go-to

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BY KATHERINE COMFORT-MASON

LUSH LAWN AND FOUNTAIN give this 5,000-square-foot Tudor-style home impressive curb appeal. Inside, you’ll find carefully crafted details like oak moldings, built-in bookcases, cathedral ceilings, stained glass windows, hardwood and terrazzo floors and multiple fireplaces. The modern kitchen features custom cabinetry, topof-the-line appliances, granite countertops and a large breakfast room that opens onto a private front patio. On the second floor, the master suite includes a large walk-in closet and updated bath that blends seamlessly with the home’s original style. A bedroom, bath and bonus room make the third floor a perfect guest apartment.

A 5-bedroom, 6-bath home in Clayton is listed for $1.27 million.

Kathy Bussmann & Jody Fancher Janet McAfee Real Estate. 780-5700 / 520-7995, janetmcafee.com

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Janet McAfee Weakley, with 10 other real estate agents, started Janet McAfee Real Estate in 1975. The firm currently has 150 sales associates and a sales volume of $400 million. Locally owned and operated, the agency is among the largest privately owned luxury real estate firms in St. Louis.

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NEW ON THE MARKET B/B 63105 7120 Wydown Blvd. (pictured)

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63117 1005 Bramley Lane (pictured)

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9760 Old Warson Road 4 / 5

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9 Glen Cairn

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The host of America’s Got Talent and doting husband of notoriously taxing diva Mariah Carey had his sketch comedy show Wild ‘n Out premier for its fifth season on MTV last week. In an improv segment called Hate on It, comics were asked to vent about various issues. Nick’s assigned topic: his wife. Here’s a piece of advice: When asked to come up with a list of things that annoy you about your spouse, Gee, where do I start? is probably not the best way to begin…just an observation.

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AMANDA BYNES The former child star-turned-media spectacle is at it again. After making tabloid headlines for alleged antics ranging from DUIs to public nudity, Bynes has announced via Twitter that she is embarking on a rap career. Well, now it’s official. I mean, you can wear clown wigs in public and throw drug paraphernalia and rear-end cop cars and walk around with a small dog on your head all you want, but a rich white girl trying to become a rapper…now that’s crazy.

KATE MIDDLETON As the royal bride prepares to become a royal mommy, tabloids and commoners want to know every detail about the impending birth, including the menu. Rumors abound that Kate will get the VIP treatment at St. Mary’s hospital in London, including a full custom menu that includes soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts and healthy snacks. Phew. Well, that’s a load off. Now, if we can just find out the thread count of her sheets and the color scheme of the balloon bouquet, we can all relax. * So don’t quote me BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

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Where Am I? IF YOU’RE A LOCAL POWER-BROKER, A ‘lady who lunches’ or just a St. Louisan in-theknow, chances are, you’ve frequented some of these hot spots. 1. Eating the signature salad, browsing the hand-smocking and Before and Again tees.

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2. Sipping a foamy caffeinated beverage, admiring a shoe made of shoes. 3. After treacherous curves and a small bridge, watch out for Ladue equestrian traffic.

7. Taking in Gridiron Glory, an expansive exhibit of artifacts and memorabilia of American football, heading upstairs for a quick bite, admiring the fabulous park view.

4. Dining al fresco in the Central West End, relishing the selection of cheeses and grabbing a few gourmet groceries for later, and thinking this could be Manhattan.

8. Browsing the history of explorers and pioneers beneath 630 feet of structural expressionism.

5. Savoring the filling in a mouthwatering chocolate cannoli, contemplating another Italian pastry, enjoying the people-watching in The Loop. 6. Getting a glossing treatment, debating between a relaxing manicure to the left or a refreshing smoothie to the right—or both.

9. Spreading a blanket on the grass, sipping a cold beer, swaying along to Blake Shelton, contemplating making it a country-music summer and returning for Rascal Flatts and Jason Aldean. 10. Wishing the line for a frosty snow cone weren’t quite so long, procuring freshly picked veggies for a summer cookout and listening for a not-so-distant train whistle.

ANSWERS: 1) The Woman’s Exchange 2) Northwest Coffee 3) Litzsinger Road 4) Central Table Food Hall 5) Piccione Pastry 6) Breeze Blow Dry Bar 7) Missouri History Museum 8) The Jefferson Westward Expansion Memorial 9) Verizon Wireless Amphitheater 10) Kirkwood Farmers Market

The demure, if shrill, conservative counterbalance on The View bid the show farewell last week. The wife of ESPN analyst Tim is moving on with her life, and surprisingly, her co-hosts seemed sad to see her go. Both Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar burst into tears as they said goodbye on Elisabeth’s final airing. So what psychiatrists say is true: It is virtually impossible to distinguish tears of sadness from those of joy.

REVIEWS MOVIE REVIEWS

THEATER REVIEW

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

Madama Butterfly

BY MARK BRETZ

THE STORY B.F. Pinkerton, a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy stationed in Japan in the early 20th century, leases a house in Nagasaki from a marriage broker named Goro. Through Goro, he also enters into a marital agreement with 15-year-old geisha Cio-Cio-San (‘Butterfly’). Sharpless, the American counsul, advises Pinkerton that Cio-Cio-San may take the arrangement more seriously than Pinkerton, who considers CioCio-San merely a dalliance until he marries a ‘real’ American wife. When Cio-Cio-San adopts his Christian religion, she is outcast from her family. After Pinkerton departs Nagasaki, Cio-Cio-San lives in lonely exile for three years, awaiting his return.

Pacific Rim

GOOD NEWS/BAD NEWS

HEN SOMEONE SAYS TO YOU, “ROBOTS VERSUS aliens,” you’re going to have one of two possible reactions: 1) Oh, God! with an eye roll, or 2) OK, awesome! What you think of this movie hinges on your response. So, without further ado… If you said Oh God! with an eye roll: This movie is a spectacular waste of time. Its lack of substance is exceeded only by its absurdity. It is a specialeffects projectile vomit of a film—imagine the final scene of Aliens two hours long and on steroids. If you spliced together Godzilla and Transformers and threw in a touch of the Vulcan mind meld, well, there you have it. It’s a 6. If you said OK, awesome!: This has to be the best creature feature in years. Unlike the shaky confusion of Cloverfield, director Guillermo del Toro doesn’t shy away from the super-sized invaders—when these things eat a bridge, you see them do it. Buy a feedbag full of popcorn and a bucket of soda, leave your inner skeptic at home and sit back and enjoy. It’s an 8.

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Sharpless visits Madama Butterfly (Cio-Cio-San) to tell her that Pinkerton might not come back, but Cio-Cio-San clings to her hopes, informing Sharpless that Pinkerton fathered a son. One day, seeing Pinkerton’s ship arrive in the harbor, Madama Butterfly instructs her servant to prepare the house for his return. When Pinkerton arrives with his American wife, Kate, Cio-Cio San despairs and considers the limited options available to her.

HIGHLIGHTS One of the world’s most enduring operas returns to Union Avenue Opera for the first time in a decade in a polished presentation that features several outstanding voices under Jon Truitt’s diligent direction. Ann Hoyt Wazelle’s soaring soprano captures the notes, as well as the anguish of the title character’s famous arias, surrounded by a strong supporting cast that immerses itself in Giacomo Puccini’s classic score. The libretto is sung in its original Italian, with English supertitles.

COMPANY: Union Avenue Opera VENUE: Union Avenue Christian Church, 733 Union Blvd. DATES: July 19 and 20 TICKETS: $30-$52; 361-2881 or unionavenue opera.org RATING: A 4 on a scale of 1-to-5.

The opening-night audience voiced its overwhelming approval of the rendition, but I rarely felt engaged by it. While the singing was superb and acting was quite convincing, somehow this presentation failed to ignite a spark in an obvious minority. Performance of the music, however, by conductor Scott Schoonover and the orchestra is affectingly beautiful. Mathew Edwardsen displays a strong tenor in the role of the hedonistic Pinkerton. Baritone Robert Garner is a vibrant presence as Sharpless. Madama Butterfly is one of the world’s most beloved operas, and devotees will be pleased with Union Avenue Opera’s representation.

GROW UP

RATING: 2 out of 10

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IME TO BREAK out some SAT words: This movie is sophomoric, nauseating, puerile, idiotic, spurious, frivolous…But I think I have a solution here that will save everyone a lot of time, money and pain: Watch the two-and-a-half-minute trailer, eat a bag of microwave popcorn, then hit yourself soundly in the forehead with a ballpeen hammer and try to forget it. I still don’t understand why they made the first one, much less a sequel.

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spicybits This month, Operation Food Search is hosting its annual Tomato Explosion fundraiser. A variety of area eateries are offering a tomato dish on their menu, with part of the sales benefitting the organization. One of our faves so far is the Tomato Tagliatelle (pictured) at Cielo at the Four Seasons Hotel. For a full list of participating restaurants, go to operationfoodsearch.org.

Tripel has opened at 1801 Park Ave. in Lafayette Square with traditional Belgian fare like stoofvlees (a Flemish-style beef stew) and a beer list that has styles not often seen around town, like sour ales and fruit lambics. Piccione Pastry is now offering four flavors of gelato (chocolate, salted caramel, vanilla bean and coffee) and strawberry sorbet to complement its Italian pastries. Gusto Gourmet Creamery will be handcrafting the frozen treats. Sad news to report from the CWE: Salt Restaurant has closed its doors, just a little more than two years after opening. The last day of service was June 29. The restaurant was a semi-finalist for the James Beard Foundation’s Best New Restaurant in 2012. We recently received word that eight St. James Winery wines received 90 points or better at the prestigious 2013 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition. The winery’s 2012 Vignoles and Friendship School White took Best of Class honors, garnering 97 points each out of a possible 100. Well done! BY MATT SORRELL

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A Table-ful of Tastes

BY SIDNEY LEWIS

CENTRAL TABLE FOOD HALL IS ONE OF THE latest additions to the CWE dining scene. The massive 10,000-square-foot space opened this spring at the corner of Euclid Avenue and Forest Park Parkway, and features seven separate food and drink stations, from sushi to burgers and beyond, and a small market area with a selection of grab-and-go items. During the day, diners can head to one (or more) of the stations and order lunch, but in the evening, the eatery transforms into a more traditional restaurant, with seated dining and a fuller menu. The space itself is impressive: A huge bar area takes up the middle of the room, and the various food stations are spread around the inside walls. The ceilings are soaring and this wealth of head room—combined with the minimalist industrial appointments like the finished concrete floor and the exposed metal rafters—give the spot an airy, wide-open feel. One side of the dinner menu lists an array of sushi and maki, along with a selection of shellfish and oysters from the raw bar that changes daily. The other side is taken up with an impressive selection of small plates, salume and cheeses, and pizza options. There are also a handful of more traditional large plates like skirt steak, roasted chicken and scallops. From the specialty maki selection, we had to try the Forest Park ($11), a custom roll consisting of tuna, hamachi, snow crab and cucumber dressed with some wasabi. The rice in the roll was spoton, tender and just sticky enough to stay together without being pasty. We also got a couple of pieces

of Sea Urchin ($13) to round things out. The small plate offerings were grouped into hot and cold varieties, with flavors from Italian to Spanish to Asian. We chose the Sunflower Seed Pate ($11) from the cold side and the Pea Dumplings ($9) from the hot. The pate came spread on an oblong plate with small wedges of sweet radish, and olive soil (basically dollops of dehydrated olives) and sprouts, along with some edible flower petals. The dish was more akin to hummus than pate as far as consistency, but the sunflower made for a more earthy and complex flavor than chickpeas would have. All of the flavors on the plate were subtle and worked together nicely. The dumplings, which came in a delectable sour broth with carrots and pearl onions, were cooked to perfection. The Strawberry Soup ($9) might be our new favorite summer dessert. Served cold, it was refreshing; and the presentation, which included tiny meringues and edible flowers floating in the rich red soup and a couple of tufts of cotton candy, was both beautiful and playful. In fact, careful attention was paid to plating and presentation across the board—all of our dishes came to the table dressed to the nines. Central Table has been described by some as an upscale food court of sorts, but this definition gives it short shrift, because the end result is far superior to anything you’ve experienced at the local mall.

Central Table Food Hall, 23 South Euclid Ave., centraltablestl.com, 932-5595

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The Missouri History Museum will be offering the second in its new series of guided tours – History on Tap, presented by MHM’s Young Friends, later this month. History on Tap: Dogtown will take place on Wednesday, July 24. Led by Bob Corbett of the Dogtown Historical tour will make stops at Seamus McDaniel’s, Pat’s Bar and Grill, and Felix’s Pizza Pub. The ticket price is $45 ($35 for members), and includes transportation, appetizers and beer at each stop. For reservations, call 361-9017 or email reserve@mohistory.org.

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Dave and Beverly McConnell

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Water World

T UTTERBACK FARMS, A LOST art—with roots dating back to ancient times—has been found. Whether it was the Aztec or cultures in the Far East who originated the practice, the process of growing food through aquaponics has many benefits for us in modern times, according to Dave McConnell, who owns Utterback Farms with his wife, Beverly. “Aquaponics is a combination of aquaculture, which is raising fish, and hydroponics (raising crops) in a water culture,” McConnell explains. “The great news about this process is that we use about 90 percent less water as opposed to conventional growing methods because we are constantly recycling and re-circulating our water. Our only water loss is from plant absorption and evaporation.” McConnell adds that there are no chemicals involved, as the plants are fertilized by the fish byproducts. And since the majority of chemicals are toxic to fish, an aquaponics farmer wouldn’t dream of adding such things to their system. Also benefitting from this process are the fish, which get a clean environment after the water is filtered by the plants. “It’s totally chemical-free, and there’s no cheating, because you would kill your fish,” he notes. “It’s truly is a self-governing process. Initially, when we started, we set out to become certified organic, but we have learned that

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‘locally grown’ and ‘chemical-free’ are labels that are just as strong in this industry.” In addition, the soil-less process occurs in a climate-controlled environment—a greenhouse— so crops can be grown year-round, and McConnell points out that “there is no chance of E. coli or salmonella contamination, because neither comes from a cold-blooded animal like fish. And that’s huge, especially when considering leafy greens and all of the recent recalls. Most people who are buying our type of products want to buy the healthiest foods they can possibly obtain.” Utterback Farms (the name originating from wife Beverly’s family, who acquired the land in Middletown, Mo., in the mid- to late-1800s) celebrated its one-year anniversary of using an aquaponics system in June. “More and more people are farming this way,” McConnell says. “There’s really been an explosion in this practice. My advice to those just getting into it is to start small by just growing vegetables for themselves and get to know how aquaponics works.” At Utterback Farms, McConnell notes that they use a ‘deep-water culture,’ which is typically 10 to 12 inches of water, and have found many crops to succeed in this system. “Leafy greens—all of your lettuces, kales, bok choy and cabbages—have thrived for us,” he points out. “And we also have been successful with cucumbers, tomatoes, strawberries and herbs like basil and cilantro.” One of

“AQUAPONICS IS JUST A HEALTHIER WAY TO GO—THERE IS DEFINITELY LESS RISK INVOLVED.” the farm’s specialties is its lettuce mix. “It’s truly an artisan blend, with a mix of reds and greens, including romaine, oak leaf and lola rosa,” he explains. “It’s a high-quality combination, with the flavors melding together.” The ‘fish of choice’ at the farm is tilapia, which was thoughtfully chosen for its ability to manage stress and for its high demand in today’s market, according to McConnell. Locally, Utterback Farms products are available at Local Harvest Grocery and at select Dierbergs locations. When their bounty is great enough, the McConnells also will sell at Clayton, Ferguson and Tower Grove farmers markets. “Here of late, our orders have been exceeding our production, so we haven’t been able to attend many summer farmers markets,” McConnell says. “Right now, we have three greenhouses, along with what we call the ‘fish house.’ We plan to add a few more greenhouses this summer and fall, so we are growing to meet demand. We are just enjoying our family business and being in the outdoors. In fact, there’s really nothing about what we are doing that we don’t enjoy!” {LadueNews.com} JULY 19, 2013

DIV ER SIONS THROUGH 7/27 SCREWED CUBED On view at the The Gallery at the Regional Arts Commission in the Loop, marvel at a largescale mural and 4-to-8-foot-tall painted cubes created by The Screwed Arts Collective. 863-5811 or art-stl.com.

7/19 OUTDOOR FILM SERIES Saint Louis Art Museum’s Outdoor Film series—featuring a romance theme this year— continues with The Princess Bride on Art Hill. The event also includes Food Truck Fest and a cultural music and dance performance by Kreative Pandemonium. 7 p.m., music and festivities begin; 9 p.m., film begins. Free. 721-0072 or slam.org. THIRD FRIDAY PARTY Watch artists turn molten glass into art, salsa to Latin music, enjoy snacks and see a sneak preview performance of Union Avenue Opera’s Madama Butterfly at Third Degree Glass Factory. 6-10 p.m. Free. 367-4527 or stlglass.com.

7/19-8/18 LEGALLY BLONDE STAGES St. Louis presents the popular romantic comedy Legally Blonde, at Robert G. Reim Theatre. Various times. $41-$57. 636-530-5959 or stagesstlouis.org.

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show on the Jazz at the Bistro stage. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $10$20. 289-4030 or jazzstl.org.

7/19-21 CHARLOTTE’S WEB Insight Theatre presents Charlotte’s Web, based off the classic children’s book, at The Heagney Theatre. Various times. $10. 556-1293 or insighttheatrecompany.com.

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HENRY SHAW’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Join the Missouri Botanical Garden in celebrating the 213th birthday of its founder, Henry Shaw, with costumed characters—including Shaw himself—a puppet show, a maze and more kids’ activities. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission to the Children’s Garden. 577-5100 or mobot.org.

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MARY POPPINS See Mary Poppins fly high above The Muny stage during a live performance of the children’s classic. 8:15 p.m. nightly. $12$75. 534-1111 or muny.org.

PADDLE WITH YOUR POOCH BOAT RACE Paddle with your pooch from the Boathouse across Post-Dispatch Lake to benefit Forest Park Forever. 1 p.m. $40 per dog and master team. boathouseforestpark.com.

7/23 LIVE YOUR LIFE WELL Learn practical tools to improve your resilience, mental wellbeing and physical health during a seminar presented by Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri and St. Louis County Library at the Cliff Cave Branch. 7 p.m. Free. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

JAMMIN’ AT THE ZOO: RHYTHM, STEINS AND WINES The Young Zoo Friends will host a summer party lakeside in the center of Saint Louis Zoo. 6-10 p.m. $10;

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ANNIE BLUM Annie Blum will discuss and sign her book, The Steamer Admiral and Streckfus Steamers, a memoir beginning with her years working on the steamer Admiral excursion boat in St. Louis, at St. Louis Public Library’s Buder Branch. 10-11 a.m. 206-6779 or slpl.org.

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ALL THAT TAP XXII Tap stars of movies, Broadway and television will perform tap dance styles from polished jazz to hard-edged hip-hop at Edison Theatre. 7 p.m. $25. 534-1111 or metrotix.com.

7/24 THE WHITAKER MUSIC FESTIVAL Swinging jazz artists Sarah Jane and the Blue Notes will take the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Cohen Amphitheater stage as part of The Whitaker Music Festival. 7:30 p.m. Free. 577-5100 or mobot.org. 7/26 JUNGLE BOOGIE CONCERT Country and Southern rockers, the Johnny Henry Band, will perform at Saint Louis Zoo as part of its Jungle Boogie Friday night concert series. 5-8 p.m. Free. 781-0900 or stlzoo.org. 7/30 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Gypsy Jones — A Tribute to Janis Joplin will perform at Faust Park. 7-9 p.m. Free. chesterfieldmochamber.com.

7/27-28 BERRIES AND BARBQ WINE TRAIL Indulge in food and wine pairings at seven stops along the Hermann Wine Trail, including Adam Puchta Winery, Hermannhof Winery and Stone Hill Winery. 10 a.m.5 p.m. July 27; 11 a.m.-5p.m. July 28. $30. 800-932-8687 or hermannwinetrail.com.

7/30 MICHAEL KAHN Michael Kahn will discuss and sign his new installment in the Rachel Gold mystery series—The Flinch Factor—at St. Louis County Library Headquarters. 7 p.m. Free. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

CHECK THIS OUT 7/21 YOGA ROCKS THE PARK During the inaugural season of Yoga Rocks the Park, join local yoga instructor Roxanne Krummacher for an all-levels yoga session at Tower Grove Park, with live music from Bradford Smith and a kids yoga camp for ages 3 to 10. 9 a.m.noon. $12-$15. yogarocksthepark.com.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE Across 1. Took a breathalizer 5. Absorbed, as a cost 8. Wrangles 13. Idle 14. ‘Good grief,’ old style 15. Dravidian language 16. Cajun vegetable 17. Uncontrolled 18. Bouquet 19. Chicago field namesake 22. Blowgun ammo 23. ‘ ___ he drove out of sight’ 24. Down’s opposite 27. Goose egg 29. Coarse file 33. Sketches 34. A singing Jackson 36. ___ lab 37. First pitcher to have a 20-win, 50-save season 40. Certain digital watch face, for short 41. File 42. Handy 43. Otherwise 45. ‘___ we having fun yet?’ 46. Spicy sauce 47. Fold, spindle or mutilate

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49. Play in the street, say 50. Inspiration for MLB humanitarian award 58. Deprive of heat? 59. Bearded animal 60. Boat propellers? 61. ‘Take your hands off me!’ 62. A long, long time 63. A Swiss army knife has lots of them 64. Banana oil, e.g. 65. Antiquity, in antiquity 66. Biblical ‘you’

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PAINTING DECK STAINING BY BRUSH ONLY No Spraying ï No Rolling ï No Mess Specializing in Hardwood Decks Work Guaranteedï Insured ï Ref's NO MONEY DOWN

Cedar Beautiful 314-852-5467 314-846-649 www.cedarbeautiful.com ASTON - PARKER PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting Wallpaper Removal Staining & Powerwashing Insured & 30 Years Experience Free Estimates 314-766-2952 314-766-2962 alstonparker@hotmail.com JC PAINTS Interior/Exterior Painting Reliable, Clean & Reasonable. Insured. Call John for a free estimate 314-703-2794

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PAINTING MASTER ARTISANS INC. Quality Prep & Painting Wall Glazing, Marbleizing, Graining, Murals & More. www.masterartisansinc.com Jeff Baumgartner 636.225.5244 PAINTING, REMODELING, Carpentry, Wood Rot Repair, Tile Work, Flooring, Decks and Arbors. 17 years exp. Free estimates. Call Kent at 314-398-2898 kenthallowell@yahoo.com

PET SERVICES THE WELL BEHAVED PET.... For all your home training needs. New Puppy, Puppy Mill, Rescue Dogs or Behavioral Problems. OH, DON'T FORGET THE CAT!!!! Call me, I can help. Laura @ 636-456-9993

Yucko's Your Poop Scoop 'n Service Free Estimates - No Contracts

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$ CASH 4 OLD STUFF $ ————Light Hauling———— We Cleanup, Haul Away and/or purchase: Garage, Estate and Moving Sales! Also, Warehouse, Business & Storage Locker Leftovers! FAY FURNITURE 618-271-8200 AM SIMPLE MOVES We Specialize In Small Moves. We charge by the hour or the piece, house to house or room to room. Bonded & Insured. Packing Available. 314-963-3416 www.simplemovesstl.com HOUSE and/or PET SITTER Responsible, Experienced Recent Ladue High School Graduate Seeking House and/or Pet Sitting Opportunities in Ladue. Ref's upon request. Contact Trey Treyrieser@yahoo.com

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Tree Service Professionals Trimming, Deadwooding, Reduction, Removals, Stump Grinding, Year Round Service & Fully Insured Call Michael Baumann for a Free Estimate and Property Inspection at 636.375.2812 You'll be glad you called!

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DOWNTOWN PARKING LOT Approx. 65 parking spaces. SE corner 14th & Martin Luther King. Contact Teresa 314-556-6360

SERVICES DISORGANIZED? STRESSED? MOVING? FILES IN SHAMBLES? Margery Miller & Assoc. Organizational Consultants 636-230-6683 We help put order in your life. óóóóóóóóóóóóóóó THE MOVING MANAGER ....managing the details door to door. A personalized service to organize & oversee your residential or business move. Margery Miller & Assoc. 636-230-6683

The Standard in Tree and Lawn Care Free Estimates by Certified Arborists Emergency Service - Insured

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REGENTS PARK LONDON Modern 2 Bedroom Apartment. Convenient for Museums, Shopping, Theater. Wireless Internet Access. Highly Recommended! Call 314-569-2009

CHINESE ANTIQUES: QUALITY CHINESE ANTIQUES: BUYING IVORY, JADE and BRONZE figurines, NICE PIECES 314-503-4847

22 Years in Business! 8 Consecutive Service Award Winner '05-'12. Solid Tuckpointing & Spotpointing with Color Match. Chimney, Stone, Caulking, Brick Repair, & Waterproofing. Prompt Free Estimates. Fully Insured. A+ BBB 2011 Torch Award Winner (314) 645-1387 mirellituckpointing.com Credit Cards Accepted

ROBERTSVILLE ESTATE AUCTION CO. Entire Estates or Just Down Sizing Cash Buyout or Consignment For Onsite Evaluation Call 314-229-9274 ï 636-675-5566 www.robertsvilleauction.com COLLECTOR WISHES TO PURCHASE Gun Collections - Old and New Antiques of Any Type Fishing Tackle Call Steve Lapin 314-571-9427

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BRIAN'S HAULING "U Name It & We Haul It" 7 Days a Week - Same Day Appliances, Brush, Clean Outs, Demo, Basement & Garage, Etc. Brian 314-740-1659 I'LL TAKE YOU ANYWHERE! Great for Seniors & Disabled Best Driver for Local Trips Licensed & Insured 28 Yrs. Exp., Great References DAVID: 314-721-7464

TICKETS CARDINAL TICKETS Share Our Great Seats! Seeking partners for our 3rd base suite, Diamond Box and Infield Box seats. Call Jen at 614-218-3884 www.SuitePartners.com Our Suite is available for your special event!

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GILLS TREE SERVICE • Stone Retaining Walls • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured

(636) 274-1378 COLE TREE SERVICE ï Trimming & Pruning ï Tree & Stump Removal ï Lot Clearing ï Deadwooding ï Storm Damage Clean Up We Accept Credit Cards Insured & FREE Estimates cole-tree-service.biz Steve 636-475-3661

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MR. MOM'S HOME SERVICES: Window & Gutter Cleaning, Decks, Fencing, Houses, Concrete Power Washed and Sealed. Painting. Insured. 314-831-5597

Chimney & Complete Houses, Spot Tuckpointing with Color Match.Brick & Stone Repair. Flagstone & Patio Repair. Basement Waterproofing. Caulking, Silicon Waterproofing. Powerwashing. Prompt Free Est. Fully Insured. 314-645-8991 or 636-947-2133 Member of BBB & A+ MC or Visa Accepted

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WINDOWS M & P WINDOW WASHING & GUTTER CLEANING Reasonable Rates, Free Estimate, Angie's List, Insured, Dependable, Years of Experience & References. Call Paul, 314-805-6102 or Mark, 314-805-7367

MASSEY TUCKPOINTING & MASONRY Tuckpointing with Color Match. Chimney, Brick & Stone Repair. Cleaning & Caulking. BBB-A+ $50 off $500+ 314-486-3303 masseytuckpointing.com

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