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Health Notes Against the Odds Business Notes Crossword Puzzle FEATURE: TraffickCam

Gatherings & Goodwill

Design & Décor SUNNY STYLE Fashion columnist Katie Yeadon and photographer Christina Kling-Garrett partner to present five stunning ensembles for staying elegantly cool even on the hottest days.

On the Cover

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FOCUS St. Louis

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STAGES St. Louis Saint Louis Ballet

Arts & Culture

The Trio Grooming & Glamour

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Local Eats Arts Speak Show & Tell FEATURE: Water Parks

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FEATURE: Summer Fashion

For its wood-fired pizzas, burgers and other sure-hit-the-spot dishes, military veterans Demadison Fife and Darren Newman’s In Da Loop earns this issue’s spotlight from food writer and photographer Mabel Suen – so who’s hungry?

Open Sundays through the end of October, The Boulevard Farmers’ Market showcases local produce and handmade artisanal crafts, supporting the community with a relaxing shopping experience. Learn more on Page 8. Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett.

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A Saint Louis University researcher is calling attention to an app she helped develop that allows travelers across the U.S. to aid investigations into human trafficking. Flip to the story by contributing reporter Brittany Nay, starting on Page 18, to learn how it works. On Page 12, contributing reporter Drew Gieseke details how the nonprofit MS Bright Spots of Hope empowers people with multiple sclerosis and engages a supportive community. And as the fictional character Albus Dumbledore says, “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” Every now and then, welcome opportunities to bask in the sunlight and enjoy lighthearted fun. Cool off at one of the water parks described on Pages 51 through 53 by contributing reporter Alecia Humphreys. These are stories of people taking action – and they’re inviting others to do the same. Stay hopeful,

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he Boulevard Farmers’ Market is the metro area’s best-kept secret – which market manager Dee Ryan hopes won’t remain a secret. Located across from the Saint Louis Galleria in The Boulevard shopping center in Richmond Heights, this Sunday market boasts local meat, eggs, honey and produce, and other artisanal crafts in a relaxing, community atmosphere. “It’s an easy Sunday outing – people stop by before or after church,” Ryan says. “They come out to our markets no matter the weather. We’ve become a habit for some folks, and I love it. I love seeing the familiar faces.” A county cousin to the Tower Grove Farmers’ Market, the market at The Boulevard opened in 2018 with less than 20 vendors and has since seen incredible success, nearly tripling the farmers who participate and also expanding to include artisans showcasing handmade products. With people looking to shop outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic, Ryan explains that, while those in charge had to make some shifts in protocol for safety, the market continued to see a good turnout throughout 2020 and in 2021. Ryan also points out that keeping community spirit alive through shopping from local producers is important now more than ever. “We’ve seen so many stories about food being recalled these days,” she says. “It’s important to many for health reasons to know where their food is coming from; I know these guys are selling me the best meat

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I can get, meat that is humanely raised and carefully processed. A lot of people also feel better knowing they are supporting local and small farms, and artisans.” The Boulevard Farmers’ Market is home to a diverse selection of vendors, including those that have been coming every week for years, such as Howie Farms & Produce from Villa Ridge and Dang Good Produce from Bourbon, as well as Black-owned producers like Ann’s Roots. Friedel Family Farm from Batchtown, Illinois, is currently bringing in its claim to fame: ripe, delicious peaches. Because The Boulevard Farmers’ Market is considerably smaller than the Tower Grove Farmers’ Market, shoppers are able to park easily, and get in and out quickly. It can be a quick shopping trip, which some shoppers really prefer. “It’s a very sweet market,” Dee concludes. “No one is ever stressed out – it’s all very fun, and we have flowers and music every week. Everything has a local or handmade connection, and we’ve created this community feeling where everyone helps each other.” The Boulevard Farmers’ Market is open every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. now through Oct. 30.

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HEALTH NOTES

Building Resilience By Connie Mitchell Photos courtesy of Clementine St. Louis

lementine St. Louis looks like a large, turreted brick mansion backing into lush trees, but it’s not the home of a local magnate or mogul. The new structure’s intentionally designed interiors include spaces for activities, meetings and – importantly – dining. The residents are local adolescents and teens with eating disorders, joined by therapists, dietitians, health care providers and recovery coaches helping them to overcome their illnesses. About 9 percent of Americans develop an eating disorder at some point, which results in 10,200 deaths each year, according to a collaborative report released in 2020 by Harvard University’s Strategic Training Initiative for the Prevention of Eating Disorders in Boston. Melissa Spann – the chief clinical officer at Monte Nido and Affiliates, the national eating disorders treatment program behind Clementine St. Louis and Clementine’s 11 other locations nationwide – says this problem has worsened significantly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “Recent trends show an increase in adolescents needing psychiatric care for eating disorders, and so this type of intensive residential program is more important than ever,” Spann explains. Clementine St. Louis offers clinical and nutritional care with medical and psychiatric oversight in a home-like environment for up to eight residents at a time. Residents may be referred by their physicians or therapists, or they may contact Monte Nido directly to inquire about the program. An intake assessment determines whether the residential program is appropriate for an individual. In many cases, insurance helps cover the cost of treatment. Most residents stay at Clementine St. Louis for about two months, Spann says, although each individual’s treatment plan determines the exact length of stay. During treatment, residents’ schedules are structured and fairly busy. “Routine is very important,” Spann says. “There is time for school with a certified teacher, several group discussion or therapy sessions, individual

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meetings with a therapist and dietitian, and very, very structured mealtimes.” Residents eat three meals and three snacks each day with pre- and post-meal group sessions. Although residents do not go home during their stay, parents and families are important to the overall process, Spann notes. Parents are encouraged to visit and participate in therapy sessions with and without their child. “Engaging the family is critical so the young people don’t end up going home to the same environment where they developed the disorder,” Spann says. “We create a family road map to lay

out the course of treatment, and there are many experiential interventions, such as practice eating meals together as a family.” The most important message Spann hopes to share is that eating disorder recovery is possible with the right tools, skills, support and treatment. “Our goal is to make that treatment more accessible,” she says. “We help these young people build internal resources and develop resilience to thrive once they transition back to their home.” Clementine St. Louis, 855-900-2221, clementineprograms.com

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Stronger Together By Drew Gieseke Photos courtesy of MS Bright Spots of Hope

hirteen years ago, Jane Horvath was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, the chronic disease of the central nervous system that may cause speech defects, loss of muscle coordination and other effects. Her journey was filled with denial, anger and frustration. She even isolated herself despite the support of her family. In 2016, Horvath attended an event that she thought would just be another seminar populated with vendors and pharmaceutical companies. Instead, she was treated to lunch and a speaker session led by Michell Keating, the president and CEO of MS Bright Spots of Hope. “That afternoon changed my life,” Horvath reflects. “I learned that the key to living fully with MS was to exercise and to embrace challenging mental activities. I had found a support system.” That’s exactly what MS Bright Spots of Hope is designed to do: build up people living with MS. Keating, a registered nurse who was diagnosed with relapsing remitting MS in 1981, established the St. Louis-based nonprofit in 2016 to develop and provide engaging programming for people with MS. It aims to educate, empower, spark creativity and enhance wellness not only for these individuals but also for the broader community. Programs often include positive MS role models like Horvath, which helps strengthen the organization’s support network. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable disease that’s impact can range “from relatively benign to somewhat disabling to devastating, as communication between the brain and other parts of the body is disrupted.” People typically experience their first symptoms – often blurred or double vision, even blindness in one eye – between the ages of 20 and 40. Additionally, most MS patients experience muscle weakness and difficulty with coordination and balance. There is no cure for MS, though treatments are available to help patients manage

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their symptoms. Still, living with the disease can be a struggle. “A person with MS may feel alone,” Horvath says. “Depression is a common symptom. Coping with MS involves more than education and treatment of the disease and its symptoms. MS Bright Spots of Hope helps those with MS and their care partners to develop a strong support network with positive MS role models, provides fulfilling leisure activities and fosters a hopeful outlook that enhances living with MS.” Horvath now dedicates herself to supporting the organization that’s given her so much. In addition to participating in community-building events like monthly Fitness Friend exercise sessions, she works on committees, raises funds, makes calls and volunteers when needed.

MS Bright Spots of Hope provides activities to anyone with MS and the individual’s care partner for free, with some travel-related events requiring minimal fees to cover costs. Programming includes adaptive cycling trips, yoga classes, dance classes and educational discussions about MS. The nonprofit currently serves approximately 300 people. “A robust community for people with MS reduces isolation and promotes health and wellbeing,” Horvath notes. “As a community, we take care of each other. We share information, talk about things that the doctors don’t have time for. I learn something every time I meet with the group. We are educated. We are creative, we have fun – and it is all about the group.” MS Bright Spots of Hope, msbrightspotsofhope.org

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BUSINESS NOTES

A TOT-FRIENDLY TABLE By Alecia Humphreys Photos courtesy of Picky Eaterz

aris Rollins is a mom on a mission – a mission to make picky eating a thing of the past through her business, Picky Eaterz, based in the metro area. “The goal is to expand children’s palates to be more accepting of flavors that are not just sweet or salty,” says Rollins, a mom of four. “We want children to look forward to vegetables – those bland and bitter flavors, even from lentils or beans – and to look forward to other food groups. This way they can have a robust diet from each food group that they’ll carry those habits with them until they get older.” In her 20s, Rollins began to reflect on how certain foods can affect one’s health and even help prevent diabetes and cancer. “It took me on this really long journey to find out, ‘Wow, we really are what we eat,’” she says. “Food has the ability to determine a lot of things with your health.” Rollins did her research and took a hard look at herself and her own habits.

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“I’m like, ‘OK, how can I change the way I’m eating and help my family?’” Rollins explains. “Then I asked, ‘OK, what am I feeding my daughter?’ I realized I fell into the trap, which is so easy to fall into especially when you’re a busy mom on the move, which was chicken nuggets, pizza, ice cream – a lot of foods that are easily accessible when you’re out and can grab quick.” After Rollins spent a couple of years implementing healthy habits into her own home, Picky Eaterz was born and received support from the University of Missouri-St. Louis’ Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Accelerator program, which aims to empower underrepresented entrepreneurs. The business offers school and day care catering, baby food and supplements for pregnant and nursing mothers. Catered meals may include veggie mostaccioli with cauliflower mash and oranges, chicken tacos, or baked chicken and brown rice, with a variety of vegetables and fruits on the side. “My mom and I actually both came up with the recipes,” Rollins says. “She makes incredible food,

and I came in with the healthy side of things.” Picky Eaterz baby food, which comes in a wide array of flavors, now sells at the Tower Grove Farmers’ Market in St. Louis’ Tower Grove Park and soon will also be sold online. “I’m just hoping to create a healthier future,” Rollins adds. “Because the studies show when you eat the same thing over and over, you won’t get the full benefits that the body needs. You have to eat different food groups. So hopefully, if [kids] carry their habit, then they can be healthier and prolong their life – give them a healthier journey.” Picky Eaterz, pickyeaterzstl.com

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A LOCAL RESEARCHER DEVELOPED AN APP THAT EMPOWERS TRAVELERS TO HELP STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING.

ravel reminder: You can help combat human trafficking, just by using a free mobile app. As travel escalates and returns to pre-pandemic rates, Saint Louis University researcher Abby Stylianou is renewing the call to use TraffickCam, an app she helped develop that empowers people to anonymously photograph hotel rooms and upload data to a national law enforcement database. Investigators who access the portal can upload and compare their photos with images in the database, all in an effort to find victims, prosecute perpetrators and, ultimately, save lives. “Victims of human trafficking oftentimes are photographed in hotel rooms for online ads, so identifying the hotel is important,” says Stylianou, assistant professor of computer science at SLU. “It ties the victim to a location and potentially to a time, and helps us understand criminal networks.”

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HOW TO HELP Download the TraffickCam app. To help combat human trafficking, the TraffickCam mobile app is free to download from the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android); alternately, use the desktop app at traffickcam.com.

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According to the National Hotline for Human Trafficking, complaints and cases have sharply risen in Missouri in recent years, with its most recent report showing in 2020 there were 750 complaints and more than 260 reported cases – both almost doubling since 2018. The nongovernmental organization defines human trafficking as “a situation in which an individual is compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud or coercion.” To help fight this issue, Stylianou led the research and development of TraffickCam in partnership with the Exchange Initiative – a social action organization committed to combating the commercial sexual exploitation of children, founded by St. Louis-based Nix Conference and Meeting Management. Stylianou worked on the app collaboratively with fellow researchers Robert Pless, the Patrick and Donna Martin professor of computer science at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and Richard Souvenir, a professor of computer science at Temple University in Philadelphia. Stylianou, whose research focuses on computer vision and machine learning algorithms, says a cold case here, in Berkeley, became the launching pad for TraffickCam in 2013. While working as a research associate at her alma mater, Washington University in St. Louis, she helped law enforcement locate a grave using her camera calibration and geospatial expertise in outdoor imagery. That discovery allowed the investigation to move forward, according to a press release. Stylianou’s work on that case won her a seat in a local FBI Citizens Academy, where she took a class dealing with human trafficking and using cellphone photos of hotel rooms to combat the issue. TraffickCam, which launched in 2015 and now has more than 290,000 images in its database, uses artificial intelligence to match hotel room images with those posted to places including travel websites – much like a reverse Google image search. To contribute, users simply download the free app to their mobile device via the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android), or use the desktop app at traffickcam.com. Enter hotel information into the app where prompted, and then follow the instructions to take and upload photos of the room. TraffickCam’s database of images from all over the world has been shared with law enforcement and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children in the U.S. “NCMEC has told us they have used it – and have used it successfully – in cases [of human trafficking],” Stylianou says, noting that her team has started working with similar agencies in the United Kingdom and Canada. “[TraffickCam] is giving folks a way to do something to help,” she continues. “If we haven’t seen a hotel before, we can’t show it to investigators – so, for us, we couldn’t do this without the users of the app.”

Report suspected trafficking. Call the 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. Alternatively, text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733, or go to humantraffickinghotline.org to chat or submit a tip through the anonymous online reporting form. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911.

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The Benson étagère, also from Highland House, works well in a library or living room, on either side of a sofa or fireplace. Created with designer details in mind, it features one shelf with a brass back to beautifully accommodate a small lamp or collection of barware. This series, which also includes a side and coffee table, was inspired by vintage Maison Jansen pieces. (designanddetailstl.com)

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scalp micropigmentation. By creating small dots on the scalp, artists at Inked Beauty Bar can create the illusion of hair follicles and thickness, building a soft appearance over several sessions, with results lasting from four to six years. “All of our workers take a bloodborne pathogens training – the same training that any medical worker or person working with blood [must take],” Thomas notes. “It’s extensive and

redone every year.” She adds that medical-grade sanitation is used during every service and that all tools are disposed of post-appointment, with each tattoo machine, chair and tray covered in plastic during a session. This is an effort to keep not only clients but also her team of artists protected. “We just love our clients,” Thomas says. “We love our community. We are currently doing a giveaway every month [to a selected individual who has sent in a story] of someone inspirational in their life. We’ve also teamed up with the Sawyer Institute, and we give free brows to breast cancer survivors. We’re always trying to give back.” From teeth whitening to modern stretch mark revision treatments, and with a wide-ranging team of artists that includes a nail technician and lash artists, Inked Beauty Bar expands beauty solutions for those seeking a true transformation to positively impact their daily lifestyle. Inked Beauty Bar, 3016 Locust St., Suite 104, St. Louis, 618-791-7719, inkedbeautybar.net

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SUMMER GARDEN TLC By Pat Raven, Ph.D., with Julie Hess

ith spring planting long since past and the fall harvest more than two months from now, if not more, garden activities in the metro area for July and August should focus on two major things: tending to your babies and planning autumn plant orders. Pinch-pruning and insect inspections are part of my daily summer ritual. Carrying my coffee cup in one hand and clippers (sometimes abetted by a sharp thumbnail) in the other, I’ll nip and tip my way along the deck. Pulling spent flower heads and topping vigorous annuals produce bushier plants with more flowers. Daily interaction, while vastly enjoyable, is also important for spotting watering problems, pests or diseases early enough for treatments to succeed. If you catch cabbageworms on the first hatch, you will still be able to enjoy kale salad. In mild mornings, I pull out the Hozon fertilizer injector to liquid-feed all of my containers. It makes a huge difference in their leaf color, size,

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floral load and yield. Make sure to irrigate first and feed when the soil is damp. I have used Scott’s Miracle-Gro crystals for years, but many other fine choices of soluble fertilizer are available. Scotts has also diversified its product line with specialty food for raised beds and organic options. It also offers a convenient end-

of-hose applicator, but it’s heavier to use than the Hozon. Any liquid food needs to be reapplied every 10 to 14 days, as it is dissolvable and washes out rapidly with rain and regular watering. Its greatest appeal is how quickly the plants absorb it and how effective it is in promoting lush vegetative growth. Another important fertilizer in our cabinet is Osmocote Slow-Release. It’s like a timed-release medication with a little bit of food released daily over a period of months. Apply once a season and relax. Traditional organics, like bone meal or blood meal, are not complete fertilizers, so they are only part of a care regimen, but they do offer the added bonus of being a slight deer repellent. And know that there is no one-size-fits-all for plant food. Flowers and vegetables require different ratios of the primary fertilizer ingredients: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (often shortened to their symbols, N-P-K). I use food specifically formulated for tomatoes on my vines. High-nitrogen lawn food should be used only on turf, never on flowers or vegetables. If you do, your tomato vines will be 20-feet long with no flowers, all leaf and no fruit.

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Très Chic By Katie Yeadon | Photos by Christina Kling-Garrett

These effortlessly elegant looks are on-trend for a variety of occasions. Summer dresses inspired by a French garden stroll give a soft, feminine appeal even in the metro area’s characteristically sweltering heat.

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Raffia earrings $32, Bauble Bash STL (instagram.com/baublebashstl)

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PRETTY IN PINK Soft pink with accordion pleats brings out femininity. alice + olivia dress, $795 Neiman Marcus (neimanmarcus.com) Earrings, $110 MG Women (misterguywomens.com)

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The Medelberg Team can sell it all! All price points, all property types, all locations! 36 Williamsburg Road Creve Coeur, MO 63141

4 Bed / 4 Bath / 4,530 sq. ft. Located on a large level acre lot with a dense tree line along the rear for privacy, this beautiful custom home is just 4 years old. A maintenance free exterior with brick and stone front elevation, remaining 3 sides made of fiber cement board siding, architectural roof, cement drive and lush landscaping make for a wonderful first impression. Once inside you will immediately notice the attention to detail. Beautifully appointed with custom wood flooring, upgraded carpeting, quality cabinetry, designer lighting and hardware. Two story entry with immediate views of formal dining and 2 story great room which opens to a designer kitchen that will meet all your expectations. A hearth room to the rear has a second fireplace and leads out to an amazing patio with built in grilling kitchen, sitting area and gas fireplace. Upstairs there are three large bedrooms, 2 adjoin a J/J bath. In addition, there is a large bonus room. Lovely large rear yard with room for pool. Oversized 3 car garage.

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726 Villa Place Ct, - Olivette - $785,000 Smart, sleek ranch meticulously maintained within walking distance to Ladue Schools. The 3 bed/3.5 bath, 2900 sq ft open floor plan showcases top-of-the-line finishes throughout – gleaming hardwood floors, designer light fixtures, walk-in closets, tankless water heaters, beautiful landscaping, & much more. The dream kitchen with an island, custom cabinets, wine cooler, breakfast bar, sub-zero fridge, & walk-in pantry opens up to entertain the dining & living room. Convenient main floor laundry/mudroom with tons of built-ins. Large primary suite with coffered ceilings, spacious walk-in closet, custom cabinets, jet tub, and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms including a separate en suite complete the main level. The spacious basement is ready for your finishing touches with rough-in plumbing & egress window. Don’t miss the extensive deck, freshly painted & ready for your summer nights spent outdoors – Umbrella and chairs stay! All of this and more make this home a must-see show today!

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here is no one like the one you love – so there should be no ring like the one you’ll give her. At The Diamond Bar, every engagement ring is customdesigned to the client’s specifications to ensure that the ring is as unique as a couple’s love. Rather than have something sold to them, clients get to design their individual ring. This includes getting to hand-select the center stone – whether it is a diamond, a ruby, a sapphire or some other colored stone – from a curated selection, as well as the band and settings. “We get to learn the client’s wants, and they get to pick what they’d like from a selection curated around that,” says owner Chris Phillips “We want clients to be part of The Diamond Bar family rather than just a sale or statistic. We’ve been told that our process is more fun.” Phillips started The Diamond Bar not only to give clients that fun and relaxed atmosphere but also to provide high-quality jewelry at a

variety of price ranges. Engagement ring styles are unique to each client, while the quality ensures that the ring can be passed down through generations. Furthermore, The Diamond Bar puts a focus on educating clients on what they buy, something Phillips feels the industry is lacking. “Diamonds are often overinflated for the quality – knowing the value is there in what you’re purchasing is very important,” he says. “The Diamond Bar is a fun, intimate experience, and the quality and price range are unmatched.” When you go to The Diamond Bar, there is no pressure from random salespeople on the floor.

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You’ll always see Phillips or his designer, Jess, and enjoy a drink from the bar as you and your friend or significant other peruse the store’s offerings. “I like to think we alleviate the pressure clients feel when shopping,” Phillips says. “Clients should feel comfortable and not intimidated.” Whether an engagement ring is your first diamond purchase or your fifth, The Diamond Bar understands its importance and will work with you on a ring as special and lasting as your love. The Diamond Bar, 13360 Clayton Road, Town and Country, 314-548-5100, thediamondbarstl.com

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL THE SALVATION ARMY

DOING THE MOST GOOD AWARDS EVENT

Jim Maurer, Col. Bob Webster, John Maurer

Photos and story by Christina Kling-Garrett

n mid-May, The Salvation Army hosted its 2022 awards celebration at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac, where awardees who are “Doing the Most Good” were honored in accordance with the organization’s mission. Maj. Kjell Steinsland, general secretary and regional commander of The Salvation Army Midland Division, greeted guests as they enjoyed a seated brunch of mixed fruit, quiche, bacon, potatoes and pastries. Liz Murray, co-founder and executive director of The Arthur Project, gave the keynote speech, recalling her journey from living on the streets of New York City to attending Cambridge, Massachusetts’ famed Harvard University. Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!

The Salvation Army [is] not in existence to focus on ourselves. Our general from 90 years ago talked about that – there is no greater reward than helping other people [and] ‘doing the most good’ for those in the most need. I think one of the things Liz Murray talked about today was how to change lives. That’s what we’re here to do — be part of that.

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL FOCUS ST. LOUIS

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Marissa Schiro, Lisa Sell, Caitlin Cox, Emily Corey

Photos and story by James Anderson

OCUS St. Louis’ 25th annual What’s Right With the Region Awards celebration at The Sheldon Concert Hall in St. Louis’ Grand Center Arts District brought people together to honor leaders and organizations from across the metro area. Guests enjoyed catered bites provided by Russo’s Catering and mingling over beer and cocktails. Concluding the event was an awards ceremony spotlighting current local leadership and emerging leadership. Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!

Andrew Turnage, Faith Barnes, Kesha Kent, Tandra Parks

Katherine Mathews, Calencia Mitchell

Tim Boyle, David Arvola

For 25 years, FOCUS St. Louis has been celebrating the individuals, organizations and initiatives making a difference in our region. This event is always an inspiring highlight of our year – and even more so with the opportunity to be back in person for our 25th anniversary. – YEMI AKANDE-BARTSCH, FOCUS ST. LOUIS PRESIDENT AND CEO

Jason Purnell, Karen Tokarz, Alex Garza

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL STAGES ST. LOUIS

RED-CARPET PREMIERE Photos and story by Christina Kling-Garrett

he cast and crew of “The Karate Kid, the Musical” took to the red carpet at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center before the show’s pre-Broadway world premiere in early June. Actor Martin Kove, who plays John Kreese in “The Karate Kid” movie franchise and the Netflix series “Cobra Kai,” and Robert Mark Kamen, author of “The Karate Kid,” attended the festivities. After the cast and crew returned backstage, guests of the opening night enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a sushi bar before finding their seats in The Ross Family Theatre. Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!

Opening night is always the culmination of months of hard work and determination for any STAGES production. But for ‘The Karate Kid, the Musical,’ it’s been years of hard work. This incredible team has done something truly spectacular and unique for the entire St. Louis region. This night celebrates each and every one of their accomplishments.”

Hayden Schlossberg, Robert Mark Kamen, Martin Kove

Joan Berkman, Ken Page

Luis-Pablo Garcia, Jovanni Sy, Jake Bentley Young, Alan H. Green, Jetta Juriansz, John Cardoza, Kate Baldwin

– JACK LANE, STAGES ST. LOUIS EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Andrew Resnick, Drew Gasparini

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Keone and Mari Madrid

GATHERINGS & GOODWILL SAINT LOUIS BALLET

Scarlett Monks, Renee and Jacques Weber

Alexandra Kalwerisky, Laurie Lock

STARRY NIGHT GALA Photos and story by Jon Gitchoff, Tom Voss photo by Kelly Pratt

he Saint Louis Ballet hosted its Starry Night Gala in May at the Chase Park Plaza in St. Louis’ Central West End neighborhood. During the event, guests mingled over cocktails before dinner, enjoyed a performance by company dancers, supported the organization during the live auction and concluded their night by taking to the dance floor themselves. The evening honored Mary Strauss for her patronage of ballet in the metro area. Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!

Miran Halen, Gen Horiuchi, Mary Strauss

Jason and Wendy Brumitt, Carol and Tom Voss

Frank Catanzaro, Alyssa Wolf

I would like to thank everyone who came to the Starry Night Gala, making it the most attended and most successful gala in Saint Louis Ballet history. I would like to congratulate Mary Strauss for her recognition as a champion for Saint Louis Ballet and the region. Finally, I would like to thank the true stars of the Starry Night, the dancers who performed so well this season. – TOM VOSS, SAINT LOUIS BALLET EXECUTIVE BOARD CHAIRMAN

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LOCAL EATS

IN DA LOOP By Mabel Suen

n Da Loop, which debuted in February in University City, uses a massive woodburning Italian oven to plate wood-fired fare including pizza, burgers and other dishes. The eatery comes from military veterans Demadison Fife and Darren Newman. The U.S. Army and Navy vets, respectively, met while working in management positions for General Motors. For Fife, who also has a background in corporate restaurant management in the fastfood sector, In Da Loop marks the culmination of his experiences. “My mother passed away when I was 5, and my father, who was a phenomenal cook, taught me how to cook and clean at an early age,” Fife says. “Cooking and customer service have always been my forte, and that’s why I wanted to start a restaurant – because of my passion for people, bringing them together and making them feel at ease. There’s no better way to do that than breaking bread.” The space’s interior got a fresh coat of red

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paint to coincide with the brand’s red-and-black color scheme, and its centerpiece is the blue-tiled brick oven in the open kitchen, where Fife serves casual American cuisine, including appetizers, soups, salads, burgers, pizzas and desserts. On the menu, guests can choose from such starters as meatballs in marinara, wings or oysters topped with crab and lobster in a special sauce. Hamburgers and plant-based Impossible

Burgers also come hot from the oven, along with signature and build-your-own pizzas on what Fife describes as a medium-thick crust. Toppings include pepperoni, chicken-bacon-ranch and barbecue brisket. Vegan options, meanwhile, include a plant-based pizza made with a cauliflower crust, house sauce, plant-based cheese and plant-based pepperoni. Dessert options range from gooey butter cake to wood-fired cinnamon rolls to one of Fife’s childhood favorites, “lemon ice box pie.” The full bar also features a variety of bottled beers and cocktails. “In Da Loop is a place where we offer entertainment, awesome food and a great atmosphere,” Fife says. “I’m trying to make it not just a restaurant but an active force in the community. We feature karaoke, live performances, poetry nights, trivia nights and a Sunday morning podcast to talk about change and giving back. It’s all about putting you ‘in the loop’ and keeping you engaged.” In Da Loop, 6665 Delmar Blvd., No. 100B, University City, 314-499-7419, indalooppizzeria.com

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GENIUS By Bryan A. Hollerbach | Photo by Megan Lorenz

n the works showcased on her website, St. Louis artist Jamie Corley exhibits astonishing proficiency. Her palette embraces a handful of monochromes, the pastel loveliness of a number of florals and landscapes, and the funky boldness of her Animals series, a visual modern bestiary. Topically, her website also spotlights the human body from the skeletal to the sensual. Here, Corley reflects on her artistic oeuvre to date. Which artists and/or art movements would you cite as influencing you the most? Henri Matisse is my favorite artist. I love his use of color and the way he reinvented himself and his style. I also love [British polymath] David Hockney because he uses bright, bold colors and lots of marking in his work. He also paints on the iPad now. I recently purchased his book of the iPad drawings he made while in quarantine [“David Hockney: The Arrival of Spring, Normandy, 2020,” Royal Academy of Arts, 2021] – it’s a fantastic read. Given certain visual turns in some of your works that resemble the boldness of a palette knife, to what extent would you say your prior experimentation in acrylics informs your current digital creations?

The two techniques – acrylic painting and digital – are more similar than people think. I’m really happy I learned the basics of composition, color theory and scale in acrylics before diving into iPad drawings, but my process in both techniques is very similar. I start with a sketch and then layer in colors. The iPad can mimic different techniques and brushstrokes pretty well, but of course, there’s no substitute for actually layering paint on a canvas. I do really like texture in my work, and that’s why I still work in both mediums. As an artist, what do you regard as your toughest challenge, aesthetically, technically or otherwise? Sometimes it can be hard to get started on a new series. I love the “inspiration” phase between collections, where I just let myself explore, travel, read and check out other artists. But if I don’t have some discipline, I’ll never actually pick up my paintbrush and start experimenting with a new idea! I try to spend at least an hour drawing or painting every day. When I’m developing a new series, I can easily spend eight hours working in my studio daily. What most gratifies you about your work? The feeling of accomplishment when I push through a challenge on the canvas. Especially if

I’m trying a new style or subject, it can take a lot of practice to get a painting to the point where I feel like I’m on a roll. Sometimes I’m in a total “flow” state, and I feel like I could paint for days on end, but other times, if I’m not feeling like I’m making progress, staying the course and pushing through can be challenging. When I do have a breakthrough, it’s so satisfying. Where would you like to see yourself as an artist five or 10 years from now? I would love to expand my creativity into textile design and home décor. What inspired your puckish Animals series? I’m an animal lover, so I often return to this series. I loved illustrating animals in whimsical color schemes. A purple jaguar? Why not! Art is about freedom. If you can imagine it, it can exist. That’s pretty cool. Can LN readers view your works in person at any upcoming exhibitions, or do any venues in the metro area display your works? Yes! Readers can always follow and buy my work through my Instagram @jamiecorley and on my website at jamiecorley.com. I’m currently looking to open up a retail space – stay tuned! Jamie Corley & Co., jamiecorley.com LadueNews.com | July 22, 2022 49

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By Mark Bretz | Photos by Phillip Hamer Photography

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new era for STAGES St. Louis officially began on May 25, when “The Karate Kid, the Musical” had its world premiere at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. It kicked off the STAGES 36th summer season in grand and exciting fashion, as a team of contributors, producers, performers and behind-the-stage talents pooled resources to present a musical they hope is just beginning its theatrical life. Jack Lane, the troupe’s executive producer, is one of the driving forces behind the effort to present “The Karate Kid, the Musical” on Broadway. After the show closed its STAGES run on June 26, Lane reflected on what’s transpired thus far and what’s yet to come for the show. “The premiere was a resounding success,” Lane says, A ST “with both audiences OF PH O T O C U RT E S Y and critics alike. The O entire team … could not be prouder. … The makeup of the audience was the most multigenerational and diverse one I have ever seen in St. Louis. I fully believe this will be the profile of the [Broadway] audience.” “The Karate Kid, the Musical” features music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini and a book by Robert Mark Kamen, who wrote the screenplay for the 1984 film “The Karate Kid.” Amon Miyamoto directed the musical, joined by choreographers Keone and Mari Madrid. The original movie spawned sequels, as well as TV series, including Netflix’s “Cobra Kai.” Lane notes enthusiastically that “all three stars of ‘The Karate Kid’/‘Cobra Kai’ – Martin Kove, William Zabka and Ralph Macchio – attended the [premiere] and loved it.” (Noriyuki “Pat” Morita, who garnered an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Mr. Miyagi in the film, died in 2005.) “The next step is to get the proper theater on

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Broadway,” Lane says. “All focus and energies will be on these next steps in getting to Broadway.” As for the timing, he conjectures that “spring or fall of 2023 seems logical, or possibly the spring of 2024. There is no doubt in our minds that ‘The Karate Kid’ will be opening on Broadway in the near future.” It’s never inexpensive putting together a Broadway production, and “The Karate Kid, the Musical” is no exception. “The budget for the Broadway production is currently being created,” Lane notes. Although he points out that the “generous donors who were part of the STAGES not-for-profit production of ‘The Karate Kid’ are called contributors, [whereas] those who become part of the Broadway production will be called ‘producers’ and ‘investors.’” Lane, who already has Broadway theatrical credits for shows, including “The Prom,” says there is “an enormous demand to be a part of ‘The Karate Kid’ producing and investing team moving forward.” He is delighted that “there were many theatrical representatives from

around the world who attended performances,” adding that it “was a very impressive lineup of major industry leaders.” As with any show whose producers look for an eventual Broadway presentation, Lane expects the team will consider changes and tweaks, but notes: “I was very pleased with the performances of the entire cast and hope that most will be joining us on Broadway.” Although Lane is justifiably happy with the way everything thus far has transpired for this emerging musical, he is equally delighted with another aspect of the metro area debut: “Having this first, full-blown, pre-Broadway engagement in St. Louis has changed the face of the performing arts in the region. “It has put St. Louis on the map as a new and viable tryout city. Not only is this a game-changer for STAGES, it will also be an economic engine for the community. It truly was a triumph.” STAGES St. Louis, 210 E. Monroe Ave., Kirkwood, 314-821-2407, stagesstlouis.org

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Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center Take a whirl on one of three waterslides, test your balance on a floating bridge or relax in a long, lazy river at Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center. Plus, kids should love the splash pad, zero-depth beach entrance, bug-themed playground and family-friendly whirlpool.

Splash Country Waterpark Splash Country Waterpark at Grand Country Resort in Branson is an opulent option for families looking to spend more than a day away from home. Splash Country has both indoor and outdoor water park options featuring nine water-filled attractions, including a three-story treehouse, multiple slides, a lazy river and a hot tub. The resort also has go-karts, laser tag, mini golf and more fun activities for an exciting retreat.

Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center, 403 Civic Park Drive, O’Fallon, 636-272-1626, ofallon.mo.us/alligators-creekaquatic-center

Splash Country Waterpark, 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, 1-888-505-4094, grandcountry.com

Aquaport Aquaport has waterslides aplenty – a trio of Flume Slides, a 50-foot Racer Slide and the Extreme Bowl, which sends riders down an enclosed tube before shooting them into a funnelshaped bowl that drops them in the pool below. However, what makes Aquaport a standout is its FlowRider surfing simulator (which requires a signed waiver) for surfing, bodyboarding and wakeboarding right at the park. Aquaport, 2344 McKelvey Road, Maryland Heights, 314-738-2599, marylandheights.com/visitors/aquaport

Collinsville Aqua Park Formerly known as Splash City, Collinsville Aqua Park has a plethora of possibilities. The park features seven slides, a lazy river, a leisure pool, the Aqua Climb Wall, a lap pool and the Monsoon Mountain – a 50-foot-tall “water castle of fun,” according to the park’s website. Kiddos can climb, slide and explore the castle while being doused with 500 gallons of water every five minutes. Talk about a splashing success! Collinsville Aqua Park, 10 Gateway Drive, Collinsville, 618-346-4571, collinsvilleil.org/departments/aquapark

Hurricane Harbor Whether you want to catch some waves without leaving the Midwest, take the kids to explore a shipwrecked pirate ship or experience an adrenaline rush on one of the rad rides, Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags St. Louis has exciting experiences for everyone. Thrill-seekers can embark on the Tornado, which starts seven stories high and shoots a four-person raft into a 132-foot tunnel, or the Typhoon Twister, which spins riders on a four-person raft before propelling them into an enclosed five-story drop.

Oceans of Fun Connected to the Worlds of Fun theme park, Oceans of Fun in Kansas City, Missouri, has a footprint of more than 60 acres that’s packed with plenty of fun for the whole family. Enjoy extreme waterslides like the record-breaking Riptide Raceway, which happens to be the largest mat-racing waterslide in the world, according to the park’s website. There’s also the Constrictor, which features double tubes that spiral into an enclosed slide with four 360-degree turns, or vie with your kids in the floating log challenge in Coconut Cove before kicking back in the Caribbean Cooler lazy river. Oceans of Fun, 4545 Worlds of Fun Ave., Kansas City, Missouri, 816-454-4545, worldsoffun.com/oceans-of-fun

Raging Rivers Water Park At Raging Rivers, tots should enjoy every bit of Itty Bitty Surf City and Treehouse Harbor, while teens can take on the Swirlpool, Shark Slide, Cascade Body Flumes and wave pool. And this summer, a new attraction dubbed the Mississippi Monster is set to open as the park’s most thrilling ride, according to the website.

White Water Silver Dollar City’s White Water in Branson is waiting to wow your family all day and even after dark. The smallest swimmers can enjoy Coconut Cove and Splashaway Cay, while your older bunch can take on the Kalani Towers Drop Slides – a pair of 75-foot, free fall slides – or KaPau Plummet, which “features two dueling 245-foot slides, each launching riders from a drop-floor into a 70-degree plunge, exceeding the thrills of any water ride ever built at White Water,” according to the park’s website.

Raging Rivers Water Park, 100 Palisades Pkwy., Grafton, 618-786-2345, ragingrivers.com

White Water, 3505 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, 417-336-7100, silverdollarcity.com/white-water

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Gutters Roofing

Cleaning Services

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JON'S

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SUMMER PLANTING Brush Clearing • Bed Preparation • Tilling • Mulching • Planting Tree/Shrub Fertilization,Trimming And Removal • Lawn Fertilization, Sodding Gutter Cleaning • Stone Walls, Patios,And Borders • Drainage Solutions For Free Estimates call Keith at 314-422-0241 or e-mail at hwyardwork@aol.com

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Lawn and Garden

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Since 2001

Help Wanted

Caregiver in Private Home

Part Time Cook in Private Home

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Home Improvement

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Lawn and Garden

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Services

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Painting

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Mention Ladue News and Receive

U Name It & We Haul It! 7 Days - Same Day. Brush, Appliances, Clean Outs, Demo, Bsmts & Garage, Etc.

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Any Pickup Expires 9/30/22 cannot be combined with other offers

Power Washing

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Call Bob for private tour.

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Call 636-579-3561

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Wanted

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GILLS

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Wanted GUTTERS HELP!! Looking for a strong person with a tall ladder who is familiar with cleaning gutters on a large old house in Clayton. Need help 6-7 times per year. Call Sean 314-608-2692.

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