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1230 POLO LAKE DRIVE ELLISVILLE ‐ $625,000

9448 DENNISON GROVE COURT SUNSET HILLS ‐ $449,000

337 WOODCLIFFE PLACE CHESTERFIELD ‐ $439,900

2656 JANUARY AVENUE ST LOUIS CITY ‐ $425,000

9466 BONHOMME WOODS OLIVETTE ‐ $419,900

247 OAK PASS COURT BALLWIN ‐ $330,000

15527TWINGATE DRIVE CHESTERFIELD ‐ $294,900

11755 SUMMERHAVEN DRIVE ST LOUIS ‐ $269,900

1320 WESTCHESTER MANOR, $1,100,000 LOVELY CUSTOM 1.5 STORY WITH IN‐GROUND POOL & HOT TUB!

54THORNHILL DRIVE WILDWOOD ‐ $1,475,000

155 CARONDELET PLAZA, #803 CLAYTON ‐ $1,150,000

1236 GLEN EAGLE LANE ST ALBANS ‐ $1,100,000

964 ARLINGTON OAKS TERRACE TOWN & COUNTRY ‐ $860,000

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NEW LISTINGS 1230 Polo Lake Dr Ellisville 9448 Dennison Grove Ct Sunset Hills 2656 January Ave St Louis City 9466 Bonhomme Woods Olivette 27 Ladue Estates Dr Creve Coeur = 15527 Twingate Dr Chesterfield 526 Sarah Ln #24 Creve Coeur 605 Wickford Way Manchester 1007 Brooksgate Manor Dr Kirkwood 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 1132 Sara Mathews Ln Wildwood 1320 Westchester Manor Ln Chesterfield 1236 Glen Eagle Ln St Albans

$625,000 $449,000 $425,000 $419,900 $399,900 $294,900 $199,900 $169,000 $169,000 $2,300,000 $2,275,000 $2,250,000 $2,200,000 $1,900,000 $1,900,000 $1,475,000 $1,295,000 $1,280,000 $1,195,000 $1,175,000 $1,100,000 $1,100,000

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

2 Oak Bend Dr Ladue $1,090,000 803 S Warson Rd Ladue $1,045,000 18517 Sassafras Place Dr Wildwood $995,000 16944 Riverdale Dr Chesterfield $979,900 22 Thornhill Dr Wildwood $939,900 17900 Homestead Bluffs Dr Wildwood $924,900 964 Arlington Oaks TerrTown&Country $860,000 1201 Bonhomme Branch CtChesterfield $849,900 101 Club Creek Ct St Albans $849,900 16468 Horseshoe Rdg RdClarksonValley $800,000 2341 Ossenfort Valley Ct Wildwood $799,900 16655 Anna's Way Ct Chesterfield $799,000 1962 Muir Woods Ln Town & Country $775,000 1320 Wildhorse Parkway Dr Wildwood $755,727 16907 Lewis Spring Frms RdWildwood $699,500 35 Wilderness Rd Eureka $699,000 141 Fleming Ln Labadie $675,000 1329 Forest Ave Kirkwood $669,900 33 Owl Creek Ln Labadie $660,000 11006 Martin Grove Ln Creve Coeur = $650,000 205 Plant Ave Webster Groves $649,900 422 Pine Bend Dr Wildwood $649,900 The Enclaves at Cherry HillsWildwood $649,000 143 Highgrove Clarkson Valley $638,000 16102 Wilson Manor Dr Chesterfield $599,990 759 Stonebluff Ct Chesterfield $599,900 17531 Garden Ridge Cir Wildwood $585,000 17884 Suzanne Ridge Dr Wildwood $550,000 17701 Greystone Terrace Dr Wildwood $549,900 1 Whitegate Ln Ladue $545,000 311 Calliope Chesterfield $539,900 17742 Hornbean Dr Wildwood $527,500 226 Chamonix Ct Creve Coeur $525,000 17892 Suzanne Ridge Dr Wildwood $524,900

Pat Malloy Manager, Chesterfield 636-537-0300

2655 Joyceridge Drive Chesterfield 748 Turrentine Trail Creve Coeur 1031 Bridleridge Xing SpurUninc STL Co 1338 Wellington View Place Wildwood 2130 Englewood Terr Chesterfield 14090 Conway Rd Chesterfield 337 Woodcliffe Place Dr Chesterfield = 639 Pinebrook Dr Chesterfield 826 Bellerive Manor Creve Coeur t 14458 White Birch Vlly Ln Chesterfield 403 Hillington Dr Eureka 3876 Thunderbolt Ln Wildwood 3732 Allenton Rd Pacific 7200 Cornell Avenue University City 18717 Petra Court Wildwood 431 Hillington Dr Eureka 22 Clayton Downs Frontenac 15823 Summer Ridge Chesterfield 16309 Peppermill Dr Wildwood 247 Oak Pass Ct Ballwin 311 Highland Glen Ct Ballwin 211 Cherry Hills Meadows Dr Wildwood 415 Emmanuel Ct Valley Park 13218 Greenbough St Louis Co 11755 Summerhaven Dr St Louis Co 3454 Pestalozzi St St Louis 916 Bellerive Carondelet 12795 Highstone Dr Parkway North 3004 Indiana Ave St Louis City 7534 Delmar Blvd University City 2513 Cecelia Brentwood 7746 Wild Plum University City 5700 Itaska St Louis City 7448 Wise Richmond Hts

$519,900 $490,000 $489,000 $484,900 $469,900 $450,000 $439,900 $439,000 $434,900 $432,000 $425,000 $425,000 $399,900 $394,000 $389,000 $365,000 $350,000 $349,900 $349,900 $330,000 $325,000 $319,000 $299,900 $285,000 $269,900 $259,900 $257,900 $234,900 $234,900 $224,900 $215,000 $209,900 $199,900 $199,000

1049 Carman Rd Ballwin 6141 South Grand Blvd St Louis City 8737 Keystone Dr Brentwood 2624 Accomac St St Louis 1133 Bellerive Blvd St Louis City 2208 Victor St Benton Park 4274 Henley Dr Oakville 6536 Odell St Clifton Heights 1237 Fairview Dr Ellisville 5669 Marquette Ave St Louis City 1074 Groby Rd University City 5238 Fairview Ave St Louis City

$189,000 $187,900 $169,900 $160,000 $159,000 $149,900 $144,999 $125,000 $125,000 $124,900 $109,000 $97,400

CONDOS, VILLAS, ATTACHED HOMES 8025 Maryland Avenue, #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 n $561,000 7501 Oxford Dr Clayton $415,000 507 Middleton Ct Kirkwood = $399,900 4901 Washington Blvd #2A CWEnd $330,000 1579 Terra Vista Creve Coeur $320,000 6246 Northwood Ave #2E St Louis City $289,000 2404 Baxton Way Chesterfield $269,900 2408 Broadmont Dr Chesterfield = $239,900 4100 Laclede Ave #102 St Louis $229,900 819 Woodside Trails Dr Ballwin $225,000 3815 McCausland Ave #17 St Louis $194,900 4100 Laclede Ave #108 CWEnd $189,900 4319 Lindell Blvd #H CWEnd $149,000 564 Sarah Lane #401 Creve Coeur $110,000 508 Coeur De Royale #102 Creve Coeur $105,900 123 Imperial Crown Way #J Wildwood $96,000

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CONTENTS EDITOR’S NOTE

SOCIETY YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE AN INSIDER (OR KNOW PEOPLE WHO KNOW people) to experience the very best of the arts in St. Louis. Much of our city’s artistic pride and joy are available at our leisure—and many of them are free. On any given day, a visit to Forest Park alone would yield some quality time with Monet, Pollock and Van Gogh at the Art Museum, or a dose of St. Louis’ glorious—and sometimes, tumultuous—past at the History Museum. At the start of summer, The Bard can be seen and heard through Shakespeare Festival’s annual production; and to welcome fall, the St. Louis Symphony serenades under the stars. You’ll find Renoir, Botero and Trova strolling along the streets of Clayton. Or get to know Cass Gilbert a little better with a visit to the St. Louis Public Library’s Central Library. I truly get excited just thinking about everything we, as St. Louisans, have at our fingertips. What are your favorite arts experiences? Tell us on Facebook, facebook.com/laduenews, or email me at editor@laduenews.com.

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THE WINE LIFE With the warmer weather, we tend to eat lighter fare and fresher foods, while drinking lighter wines we can savor. We explore the Loire Valley of France, a place with beautiful rivers, rich forestry and where the purest French is spoken. It is an exciting culinary region and a vast wine region, which often can be difficult to understand because of its wines’ great diversity.

IT’S ALL RELATIVE: BILL DEWITT JR. AND BILL DEWITT III Most of us could only dream about this kind of father-son business relationship; the DeWitts are living it. Bill DeWitt Jr. is the majority owner of the Cardinals; his son, Bill DeWitt III, is team president. It’s one of the most successful family business connections in town and, as all St. Louisans know, the Cards are one of the most fabled teams in the long, glorious history of America’s pastime.

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EATURING THE MUSIC OF Brian Owens, Peter Martin and Erin Bode, along with songs by young Kids Rock Cancer participants, the ‘I’m with the Band’ event at The Sheldon was a rocking success. The Maryville University program helps kids in local hospitals cope with the physical and emotional challenges of a cancer diagnosis by using the healing power of music therapy. Guests enjoyed a special reception before entering the concert hall and enjoying a night of inspiring entertainment. More photos on page 64 Annie Schlafly, Susan Block

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1323 Kensington Way Drive. (Ellisville). Soaring vaulted ceiling in the great room is one of the first things you will notice in this two-bedroom condo. The floor plan is light and airy and there is a finished lower level with bedroom, bath and extra large family room. A deck overlooks tall trees. $289,900.

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A large villa in a gated community, this three-bedroom unit enjoys a lovely setting overlooking the lake. Great room with walls of windows adjoins a formal dining room with walkout to deck with lake view. Master bedroom with his and her bath has French doors that open to a courtyard for morning coffee. A vaulted artist studio/office on the second floor and living space in the lower level make this a winner! OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3.

2. 7447 Somerset Ave ● Clayton

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Located on one of the Moorlands most charming streets, this home has wonderful curb appeal and spacious, sun-filled rooms. A striking stucco fireplace anchors the living room and there is a nice sunroom, side patio off the dining room, and huge family room with French doors that open to the backyard. Arched openings and large windows are just a couple of the architectural details that make this home special. Third floor can be used for office, playroom, or whatever your heart desires. OPEN SUNDAY 12 - 2.

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4. 216 Sun Drop Court ● Eureka

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With a prime location and charming environment to boot, this listing has a lot to offer. A flexible floor plan allows for the space to be used in a variety of ways. A serene, private city garden with pond and deck accentuate the home and provide a feeling of overall comfort. NEW LISTING! No waiting for new construction! Set on a private cul-de-sac overlooking wooded area with unobstructed vistas this is a nature lover's paradise. Open floor plan with huge hearth room and butler panty provides the perfect space for entertaining. A sizable kitchen boasts rich cherry cabinets, a walk-in pantry and a large center island/breakfast bar. A huge master suite is enhanced by two walk-in closets, bath with double sinks and a jetted tub.

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NEW LISTING! This four-bedroom classy ranch style home is situated on a beautiful lot. The spacious yard compliments the home perfectly and includes a picturesque in-ground pool with an oriental flair. Further amenities include slate entry, redwood windows and pleasant paneling in the family room, which also boasts a wood-burning fireplace. Put this listing on your must see list.

NEW LISTING! A darling, Cape Cod style home offers a great open floor plan with the added charm of a vintage Kirkwood home. Lay back and relax in the living room next to the cozy, wood-burning fireplace or step outside to an inviting wood deck overlooking a large backyard. Gorgeous hardwood floors upstairs… and down! OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3.

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HE FIRST ANNUAL HATEBRAKERS Awards recently took place at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac to honor the heroism of individuals who have overcome the horrors of hatred. These awardees found moral courage to become leaders and healers despite the challenges they faced. The honorees included Olive Mukabalis and Dr. Lawrence Jehling, who have formed a unique bond of kinship. Jehling is credited with helping open doors for Mukabalis, who, along with her sister, experienced the terror of genocide in Rwanda. Both women recently graduated from Webster University. Other recipients included Peter Yarrow of Peter Paul and Mary, Suzanne Aslam and Annie Kopp. More photos on page 64

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ORE THAN 200 GOLFERS, including local and national business leaders, took part in St. Louis Arc’s 23rd annual golf tournament at The Country Club of St. Albans. The event raised $282,000, which helps fund programs for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Event co-chairs were: Ron Kruszewski, Michael Neidorff, Joe Imbs and Kevin Demoff. The highlight of the day was the drawing for a golfer’s dream trip for two to Scotland. The winner? Tom Rohlfing—congratulations!

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6 Vista Brook Lane, Ladue Offered at $2,295,000.

22 Dromara Road, Ladue Offered at $1,719,000.

155 Carondelet Plaza, #500, Clayton Offered at $1,275,000. Open 7/28, 1-4 PM.

124 Worthington Oaks Drive, Creve Coeur Offered at $975,000.

12 Dromara Road, Ladue Offered at $995,000.

1 Exmoor, Ladue New Listing. Offered at $789,000.

1865 South Mason Road, Town & Country Offered at $849,900.

49 Fair Oaks Drive, Ladue Offered at $1,295,000.

51 Berkshire Drive, Richmond Heights New Price. Offered at $745,000.

625 South Skinker, #1602 & 1603, St. Louis Offered at $675,000.

13597 Royal Glen Drive, Town & Country Offered at $650,000.

4 Lindworth Lane, Ladue Offered at $795,000.

527 North and South, University City Offered at $629,900.

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30 Brighton Way, #1N, Clayton Offered at $549,000.

7 Conway Lane, Ladue New Price. $539,900. Open 7/28, 1-3 PM.

7 Country Club Terrace, Glendale Offered at $297,000.

8800 Brookview Drive, Crestwood Offered at $169,900.

5645 Reber Place, St. Louis Offered at $182,900.

710 South Hanley Road, #7B, Clayton Offered at $150,000.

NEW LISTINGS 5 LADUE HILLS DRIVE, Olivette. Cozy chic cottage completely renovated. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath on lovely street in Ladue Schools. Open 7/28, 1-3 PM

$449,000.

519 DONNE AVENUE, University City. Must see this charming home. Welcoming living room with built-ins, updated kitchen and Open 7/28, 1-3 PM

baths. Main ﬂoor family room. $419,000.

907 CAMARGO DRIVE, Ballwin. 3BR/2BA traditional ranch with a lovely living room and dining room with ﬁreplace. Two-car garage and sits on a corner lot. $290,000. Open 7/28, 1-3 PM 4347 COLONY GARDENS DRIVE, Mehlville. Lovely 2BR/2BA condo at end of cul-de-sac in popular Summer Ridge. Spacious living room with ﬁreplace and newer Trek deck.

$129,900

LuxuryCollection 9847 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$7,100,000

21 UPPER LADUE, Ladue.

$3,600,000

42 GLEN EAGLES DRIVE, Ladue.

$2,495,000

10 OVERBROOK DRIVE, Ladue.

$2,350,000

6 VISTA BROOK LANE, Ladue.

$2,295,000

38 BRENTMOOR PARK, Clayton.

$2,295,000

712 SOUTH PRICE ROAD, Ladue.

$2,095,000

5105 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE.

$1,950,000

XXXXX ORVILLE ROAD, Wildwood.

$1,850,000

22 DROMARA ROAD, Ladue.

$1,719,000

395 HIGHWAY V, Troy.

$1,690,000

52 HUNTLEIGH WOODS, Huntleigh.

$1,650,000

22 WESTMORELAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,599,000

9 GLENCAIRN, Ladue.

$1,525,000

729 HIGHWAY H, Troy.

$1,395,000

5 FRONTENAC ESTATES, Frontenac.

$945,000

8724 WASHINGTON AVENUE, University City.

11 BALCON ESTATES, Creve Coeur.

$924,900

1042 NORTH GEYER ROAD, Kirkwood.

$185,900

20 GEORGIAN ACRES, Frontenac.

$899,900

5645 REBER PLACE, St. Louis.

$182,900 $182,900

$249,000

10588 FRONTENAC WOODS, Frontenac.

$859,900

4999 MIAMI STREET, St. Louis.

17929 GREYABBEY COURT, Chesterﬁeld.

$855,000

8800 BROOKVIEW DRIVE, Crestwood.

$169,900

1865 SOUTH MASON ROAD, Town & Country.

$849,900

426 SUMMIT TREE COURT, Fenton.

$169,900

9960 HOLLISTON COURT, Ladue.

$800,000

2803 MISSOURI AVENUE, St. Louis.

$167,000

51 BRIARCLIFF, Ladue.

$795,000

18 ROYALLTRAIL COURT, O’Fallon.

$162,250

4 LINDWORTH LANE, Ladue.

$795,000

12 BRAZILLIAN COURT, Ladue.

$790,000

1 EXMOOR, Ladue.

$789,000

RESIDENTIAL HOMES

155 N. HANLEY, UNITS 204-205, University City.

$699,000

625 S. SKINKER, UNITS 1602 & 1603, St. Louis.

$675,000

527 NORTH AND SOUTH, University City.

$629,900

51 BERKSHIRE, Richmond Heights.

$745,000

30 BRIGHTON WAY, #1N, Clayton.

$549,000

865 QUESTOVER LANE, Creve Coeur.

$729,900

8014 PERSHING AVENUE, Clayton.

$539,000

7298 WESTMORELAND DR., University City.

$699,900

801 SOUTH SKINKER, #12A, St. Louis.

$529,000

13597 ROYAL GLEN DRIVE, Town & Country.

$650,000

9 PORTLAND COURT, CWE.

$449,900

301 CHASSELLE, Creve Coeur.

$649,000

410 N. NEWSTEAD, #9S, CWE.

$425,000

11414 CONWAY ROAD, Westwood.

$625,000

750 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #350, Clayton.

$372,500

735 LANGTON DRIVE, Clayton.

$599,900

7564 WYDOWN BLVD., UNIT 2A, Clayton.

$299,000

849 STABLE RIDGE, Kirkwood.

$599,900

7 COUNTRY CLUB TERRACE, Glendale.

$297,000

7135 MARYLAND AVENUE, University City.

$575,000

7564 WYDOWN BLVD., UNIT 1A, Clayton.

$289,000

14608 SUMMER BLOSSOM LANE, Chesterﬁeld.

$569,000

1050 NORTH SPOEDE ROAD, Creve Coeur.

$284,500

1119 NORTH DRIVE, Warson Woods.

$559,000

4501 LINDELL BOULEVARD, #8G, CWE.

$199,000

7 CONWAY LANE, Ladue.

$539,900

6308 S. ROSEBURY, #1E, Clayton.

$185,000

1837 STENTON PATH, Chesterﬁeld.

$495,000

2700 McKNIGHT CROSSING COURT, Rock Hill.

$152,900

3 DEVONDALE LANE, Frontenac.

$495,000

710 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #7B, Clayton.

$150,000

4141 WEST PINE, CWE.

$489,000

1509 SWALLOW, Brentwood.

$144,900

6926 PERSHING AVENUE, University City.

$479,000

1010 THOREAU CT., # 204 Creve Coeur.

$129,000

11804 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Des Peres.

$469,900

7571 WELLINGTON WAY, UNIT 3D, Clayton.

$120,000

161 MEADOWS OF WILDWOOD, Wildwood.

$465,900

816 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #1C, Clayton.

$119,900

1100 SOUTH SPOEDE ROAD, Frontenac.

$450,000

1322 HIGHLAND OAKS DRIVE, UNIT B, Ballwin.

8 REMINGTON WAY COURT, Ballwin.

$439,000

123 IMPERIAL CROWN WAY, UNIT A, Wildwood.

$97,500

33 MAGNOLIA DRIVE, Ladue.

$425,000

5696 KINGSBURY AVENUE, #106, CWE.

$82,000

$1,350,000

1611 KRISTE COURT, Town & Country.

$425,000

$1,295,000

41 TEALWOOD, Creve Coeur.

$419,000

49 WESTMORELAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,295,000

1212 DE NOAILLES DRIVE. Parkway West.

$384,900

THE CRESCENT, #500, Clayton.

$1,275,000

3 BOBOLINK COURT, O’Fallon.

$355,000

512 PHEASANT RUN CIRCLE, Saint Albans.

$750,000

733 MIDDLE POLO DRIVE, Clayton.

$1,269,000

1435 BALD EAGLE ROAD, Wildwood.

$354,000

1 LITTLE LANE, Ladue.

$595,000

10 COUNTRY LIFE ACRES, Parkway West.

$1,175,000

13675 EVERGREEN GLEN DRIVE, South County. $328,800

9685 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$580,000

177 PLANTATION DRIVE, Creve Coeur.

$1,099,000

1101 NEW BALLWIN OAKS DRIVE, Ballwin.

$324,000

916 BLUFF ROAD, Pevely.

$469,000

$999,999

57 WAVERTON, Ladue.

$319,000

10 WASHINGTON TERRACE, CWE.

$997,000

1009 SOUTH MCKNIGHT ROAD, Richmond Heights. $299,000

12 DROMARA ROAD, Ladue.

$995,000

7715 CORNELL AVENUE, University City.

1178 HAMPTON PARK DRIVE, Richmond Heights. $995,000 9838 WATERBURY DRIVE, Ladue.

$949,900

1010 Thoreau Court, #204, Creve Coeur Offered at $129,000.

123 Imperial Crown Way, #A, Wildwood Offered at $97,500.

$98,900

49 FAIR OAKS DRIVE, Ladue.

124 WORTHINGTON OAKS DRIVE, Creve Coeur. $975,000

4347 Colony Gardens Drive, Mehlville New Listing. Offered at $129,900.

CONDOMINIUM/VILLA HOMES

40 AUBURNDALE DRIVE, Creve Coeur.

6127 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE.

8 LONG MEADOWS LANE, Town & Country. $2,220,000. 1-4 PM THE CRESCENT, #500, Clayton. $1,275,000. 1-4 PM 9960 HOLLISTON COURT, Ladue. $800,000. 1-3 PM 155 N. HANLEY,#204-205, University City. $699,000. 1-3 PM 7 CONWAY LANE, Ladue. $539,900. 1-3 PM 11804 MANHATTAN AVENUE, Des Peres. $469,900. 1-3 PM 9403 TILLES DRIVE, Brentwood. $279,500. 1-3 PM 741 JARES COURT, Ballwin. $245,000. 1-3 PM 1322 HIGHLAND OAKS DR., UNIT B, Ballwin. $98,900. 12-2 PM

LOTS/ACREAGE

NEW CONSTRUCTION

5696 Kingsbury Avenue, #106, CWE Offered at $82,000.

$280,000

9403 TILLES DRIVE, Brentwood.

$279,500

8 LONG MEADOWS LANE, Town & Country.

$2,220,000

1202 KORTWRIGHT, Rock Hill.

$269,000

1 LITTLE LANE, Ladue.

$1,700,000

1151 BOLAND PLACE, Richmond Heights.

$249,900

2158 EAST DRIVE, Crystal Lake Park.

$487,500

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9838 Waterbury in Ladue Offered at: $949,900 Elegantly appointed Colonial style home in sought-after Ladue neighborhood. This center hall home has been beautifully maintained and updated with an expansive gourmet kitchen and exceptionally appointed bathrooms. The home features spacious formal living spaces in addition to an open floor plan kitchen and adjoining hearth room. Five large bedrooms, Main floor den and a finished walk-out lower level provide spaces to meet large family needs. The hearth room flows beautifully to the large brick terrace and expands your entertaining area to the luscious grounds.

Listed By: Heidi Long Listing Agent 314.308.2283

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Offered at: $489,000 | Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 2.5 | Square Feet: 2,664

Offered at: $997,000 | Bedrooms: 8 | Bathrooms: 4.5 | Square Feet: 7,644

4141 West Pine Boulevard in CWE

10 Washington Terrace in CWE

Offering the best of both worlds, newer construction in a historic neighborhood, this handsome 8-year-old home features a bright, light interior with numerous upgrades including beautiful custom-made stained glass windows, gleaming hardwood floors, built-in bookcases, and a gas firepace in the living room. The 1st floor includes a cozy library, spacious family room and large eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry and Silestone countertops.The master suite features a walk-in closet and a spacious master bath with separate shower and whirlpool tub. A large deck and fenced backyard are perfect for entertaining. Beautifully designed, impeccably maintained.

Built in 1896, this remarkable residence is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent houses on a magnificent street. From its massively built limestone exterior and Ludovici tile roof, to its exquisite main hall paneled in exotic Satinwood from Ceylon, this home is a treasure trove of unparalleled architectural detailing including hand carved fireplace mantels with French Medieval motifs, and Nordic faces as well as stained glass windows, and delicate, original lighting fixtures. The upper floors contain spacious bedrooms and baths and a third floor ballroom. A large carriage house features the original horse stalls and space for three vehicles. Lovingly restored by its current owners.

LISTING AGENTS:

Kevin Hurley

314.560.4977

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Jim Human

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Offered at: $539,900 | Bedrooms: 5 | Bathrooms: 4 | Square Feet: 3,826

Offered at: $1,525,000 | Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 3.5 | Square Feet: 4,316

7 Conway Lane in Ladue

9 Glencairn in Ladue

On a great Ladue Lane, the circle driveway invites you to the front porch of this charming 1.5-story. The spacious living room has a WB fireplace and 3 sets of windows, lovely step down dining room, kitchen with an opening to the family room with fireplace and access to the outside deck with spa. On the first floor there is a sunroom with a view of the pool and patio area. Beautiful Gunite pool with a little pool house behind the 2-car garage. Many updates including, large brick patio with wisteria arbor, some wood floors, new roof ‘13, new plumbing stack in ‘13, updated baths, new interior paint and new landscaping. Within walking distance to Ladue Schools.

This spectacular custom-built home offers the perfect combination of elegance and comfort. This two-year-old home features soaring 10-foot ceilings throughout the main level, striking hardwood flooring and stunning architectural details throughout. The living and dining rooms include beautiful millwork, while the stunning kitchen, hearth room and family room each contain distinctive architectural elements and cabinetry created by renowed craftsman David T. Smith. The result is a gracious, open floorplan that provides a comfortable, elegant setting for family and guests. The kitchen is a gourmet’s dream. Located on a lovely lot in the heart of Ladue.

LISTING AGENT: Marcy Byrne

LISTING AGENTS: Sandy Coburn 314.495.0295 Christy Thompson 314.983.2193

314.750.5800

OPen 7/28, 1-4 PM

Offered at: $297,000 | Bedrooms: 2 | Bathrooms: 2 | Square Feet: 1,472

Offered at: $1,275,000 | Bedrooms: 3 | Bathroom: 3.5 | Square Feet: 3,281

7 Country Club Terrace in Glendale

155 Carondelet Plaza, Unit 500 in Clayton

With its first floor location, this end unit condominium is located in a convenient location. Sophisticated with updates, 9 foot ceilings, light-infused living spaces, high-profile millwork, a gas fireplace, hardwood floor, recessed lighting and dual access to the private walled terrace. The kitchen includes ample space and offers an organized panty, newer appliances, and hard-surface countertops. The master suite has a sitting area with bay window, walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with twin sinks, tub and glass shower. Updated hall bath, in-unit laundry, storage unit, and two parking spaces in the garage below with elevator access a door away.

An extraordinary opportunity to purchase a beautiful 3 bedroom/3.5 bath condominium with impressive high-end finishes, spectacular southeastern views on the curve and storage galore! This sophisticated home features 10’ ceilings; 8’ doors; Pella windows/doors; job-finished oak 5” plank floors; built-in bookshelves and cabinets; fireplace with wood and marble surround; master bedroom suite with walk-in closets and luxurious bath and complete Bose speaker system. The custom kitchen boasts rich cherry cabinets, granite countertops, island, Wolf cooktop and more. 2 parking spaces and large storage room. and fabulous crescent amenities and services included.

LISTING AGENT: Mike Winfrey 314.983.2146

Jody Fancher

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LISTING AGENT: 314.780.5700

Barbara Wulﬁng 314.277.3285 Lifetime Sales Over $550 Million Five Star Agent Past 5 Years

Listings by Barbara Wulﬁng

9847 Litzsinger Road, Ladue Offered at $7,100,000. Majestic residence with a commanding presence. Elegant custom ﬁnishes, lavish millwork and amenities that include an outdoor pavilion and pool with cascading waterfalls. Situated on 3.4 secluded acres in a truly park-like setting. Co-listed with James L. Manion

40 Auburndale Drive, Creve Coeur Offered at $1,350,000. 10 year old home, main ﬂoor master, complete attached guest quarters, six bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths and pool.

12 Dromara Road, Ladue Offered at $995,000. Traditional decor and meticulous condition. 11 year old addition of master bedroom suite.

712 S. Price Road, Ladue Offered at $2,095,000. Custom built 8 year old French Country home on secluded and serene 1.8 acres. Spectacular views. Co-listed with James L. Manion

49 Fair Oaks, Ladue Offered at $1,295,000. 2-story home in perfect condition with 4BR/5.5BA,pool and garage space for 4 cars.

10 Country Life Acres, Town & Country Offered at $1,175,000. Seclusion and privacy. Stunning 2 acre lot. Modern additions and amenities, 5,831 square feet. Pool.

OPEN 7/28, 1-4 PM

33 Magnolia, Ladue New Price at $425,000. Charm Galore! Master bedroom suite, huge deck overlooking private and fenced landscaped yard. Co-listed with James L. Manion

Other Great

Listings

17929 Greyabbey Court, Chesterﬁeld Offered at $855,000. Stunning custom country French home. Located In convenient and desirable Greystone Subdivision. Co-listed with Larry Levy

14608 Summer Blossom Lane, Chesterﬁeld Offered at $569,000. Delightful two-story with three ﬁnished levels and a pool. Huge master suite and with newer luxury bath.

xxxxx Orrville Road, Wildwood 1 Little Lane, Ladue 10588 Frontenac Woods, Frontenac 816 S. Hanley Road, Unit 1C

8 Long Meadows Lane, Town & Country Offered at $2,220,000. Stunning new custom home with 7,340 square feet of ﬁnished living space. On 1.2 acre private lot.

$1,850,000 $1,700,000 $859,900 Co-listed with Larry Levy $119,900 GREAT New Low PRICE

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American Parkinson Disease Association

JACK BUCK GOLF CLASSIC

BY BRYAN SCHRAIER

UESTS GATHERED AT THE Algonquin Golf Club to play on a beautiful course and to support the Greater St. Louis Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association. The Jack Buck Memorial Golf Classic benefits the Association’s mission to enhance the quality of life for Parkinson’s patients as well as their families and caregivers, and to help fund ongoing research. After browsing silent auction items and getting an autographed poster from St. Louis Rams Cheerleaders, guests listened while honorary chairman and GM of the St. Louis Cardinals John Mozeliak answered audience questions with help from Dan McLaughlin. More photos on page 64

Rebecca and Michael Daming

In back: Jason Morris, John Mozeliak, Matt LaMartina, Brian Boehle In front: Katie Byruth, Sherrie Rieves, John Knudsen

Julie Hickert, Dan McLaughlin, Therese Washburn

Paul Gallant, Nancy Lieberman

Deborah Guyer, Michelle MacDonald, Rebecca Bruchhauser-Farris

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St. Patrick Center

IRISH OPEN DINNER AUCTION

BY DIANE ANDERSON

T. PATRICK CENTER RECENTLY celebrated its 29th Irish Open dinner auction at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis. More than 400 guests enjoyed cocktails, appetizers and an elegant dinner, while bidding on dozens of live and silent auction items. Honorary chair was Rich Harkwell; and co-chairs were Chase Butler and Jeff Mentel. Y98â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guy Phillips served as auctioneer. The dinner auction, coupled with the Irish Open golf tournament, raised an estimated $690,000 to help build permanent, positive change for people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. More photos on page 64

Jeff Mentel, Chase Butler

Mark and Karla Miriani, Bob, Kelly, Judy and Bob Sieckhaus

Joe and Marcia Ambrose

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11235 Hunters Pond, CreVe Coeur offered at $2,350,000 This stunning Johnson Development Co. built home is situated on over an acre of land and has over 9,500 square feet of living space! Walking in, you are greeted by a gorgeous marble foyer and 2 story living room with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the picturesque swimming pool. The breakfast and hearth rooms flow openly to the gourmet kitchen that will have every chef dreaming with custom counters and top of the line appliances. Each of the 6 bedrooms features their own private bathroom! In the fabulous lower level you will find a custom wine cellar, wet bar, family room, fitness room, batting cage and much more. With all that plus a bonus room, beautifully crafted millwork, and 4 car garage, you are bound to fall in love with this spectacular home!

6 Countryside Lane Entertain and live the life of luxury in this exquisite home with magnificent inground salt water pool and private grounds. The home features 5+ bedrooms, master retreat on the first floor, 4 more bedrooms on the 2nd level and in laws suite on the lower walk out level. Gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, 2nd kitchen in lower level perfect for entertaining. NEW PRICE! $1,900,000

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826 BeLLeriVe Manor, CreVe Coeur, Mo offered at $434,900 Beautiful two story home in sought after Bellerive Farm Estates! This 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home has much to offer with over 2,900 square feet of living space. The kitchen was updated in 2012 with new cabinets, island, and granite counters. Other features include: 3 car garage, 1st floor laundry, second floor family room loft, and much more. THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE! Stephen Gruszka Cell: 314-566-6427 Office: 314-872-6622 ph1998@sbcglobal.net

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The SAINT LOUIS ART MUSEUM’s new restaurant, Panorama, is the latest ‘work of art’ to be unveiled at the museum’s new East Building. The restaurant features a farm-tofork menu and is led by executive chef EDWARD FARROW, who is known for forming partnerships with local growers. He most recently served as chef at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, where he was twice named a ‘Local Hero’ by Edible Phoenix. Panorama is operated by Bon Appetit Management Company.

Panorama’s Edward Farrow

U.S. News & World Report is out with its latest rankings of Best Hospitals: BARNESJEWISH HOSPITAL again finds itself the top hospital in the St. Louis metro area and in Missouri overall. Barnes also came in as No. 15 nationally, and ranked in 15 individual specialties. Rounding out the top three among St. Louis hospitals are MERCY HOSPITAL and MISSOURI BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER.

Look for TAUBMAN PRESTIGE OUTLETS in Chesterfield to open its doors next week. The shopping center will debut during tax-free weekend beginning Aug. 2. Outlet stores new to the St. Louis market include Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Restoration Hardware, Brooks Brothers Factory Store and Steve Madden. They join familiar retail outlets like J. Crew, Banana Republic, American Eagle Outfitters and others.

THE LEGENDS clubhouse in Eureka has re-opened, following its purchase by a group of local investors led by MATT and SUE IOVALDI. The couple, just like a majority of the investors, currently resides in the family-friendly community, which features a 27-hole champion golf course. A public grand opening is set for Sunday, Aug. 4, and will feature tours of the clubhouse.

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PHOTOS OF STAN AND EDWARD FARROW BY SARAH CROWDER

The reputation of GRANT’S FARM’s newest resident has most certainly preceded his arrival: STAN, the first Clydesdale born in 2013, is named after Cardinal great STAN MUSIAL. The 800-pound foal, who spent his first six months at Warm Springs Ranch in Boonville, will continue his training for the next two-and-a-half years at Grant’s Farm. After completing his training here, Stan will have the opportunity to become a member of the worldfamous Budweiser Clydesdale hitch teams. Cue Here Comes the King!

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Two St. Louis scientists recently took part in the Champions for Change awards program at the White House. Presided over by Vice President JOE BIDEN, the event recognized citizen contributions to their communities and highlighted ‘citizen science’ projects. DR. TERRY WOODFORDTHOMAS of the Donald Danforth Plant Science Drs. Cindy Encarnacion and Center and DR. CINDY Terry Woodford-Thomas at the White ENCARNACION of the House Saint Louis Science Center were in attendance due to their contributions to a White House report on the impact of citizen science programs across the country, as well as for their work on Backyard Biofuels, a collaboration between their two institutions.

THE REPERTORY THEATRE OF ST. LOUIS has unveiled its 2013-2014 Studio Theatre lineup. The season begins Oct. 30 with Freud’s Last Session, a humorous, intellectually riveting play about a fictional meeting between Dr. Sigmund Freud and young writer C.S. Lewis. Premiering Jan. 22 is The Other Place, which tells the story of a brilliant research scientist whose life is beginning to come unhinged. Closing out the Studio Theatre series is the world premiere of Soups, Stews and Casseroles: 1976, set in a small Wisconsin town that becomes a battleground when the town’s main employer merges with a major manufacturer.

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Haley Robison, Michael Klein, Amelia Gardiner, Kyle Husak, T.J. Poe and Sam Shanks.

Katie Wright, a Women of Achievement honoree, recently received a St. Louis City Lifetime Achievement Award presented at a SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Distinguished Alumni ceremony. Wright is a writer, educator, historian and community volunteer.

Dierbergs Des Peres Culinary Event Center went to the dogs when STRAY RESCUE founder Randy Grim assisted Dierbergs Chef Marianne Moore in ‘Cooking for Man and his Best Friend,’ a special interactive cooking class. Dierbergs donated 20 percent of the class proceeds to Stray Rescue of St. Louis.

The ARCHDIOCESAN MATH LEAGUE held its Spring Math Contest, welcoming students from six area high schools. A group of students from John F. Kennedy Catholic High School came in first in the team contest: Michael Klein, Kyle Husak, Amelia Gardiner, and Haley Robison. The first place winners in the individual tests were Michael Klein (Kennedy), Kyle Husak (Kennedy), T.J. Poe (St. Mary’s) and Sam Shanks (Kennedy).

Kristin Bulin (left), executive director of grant recipient Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma, with members of the JFHN committee in front of a mural painted by clients of the Center.

URSULINE ACADEMY recently hosted UA Leadership Academy, a two-day experience for seventh- and eighth-grade girls providing the opportunity to interact with other young leaders from throughout the St. Louis Archdiocese.

The RABBI ROBERT P. JACOBS JEWISH FUND FOR HUMAN NEEDS announced that 10 area agencies will receive $20,000 in grant funding as part of The Jewish Fund, a joint program of the Jewish Community Relations Council and the Saint Louis Rabbinical Association with support from the Jewish Federation of St. Louis and its Lubin-Green Foundation, which allocates grants to St. Louis-area grassroots social services agencies that have little or no Jewish presence.

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f you’ve ever dreamed of going behind-the-scenes of St. louis rams’ football, The magic House’s annual gala, friday night lights, will give you that chance. on friday, Sept. 27, gala guests will dine and play like a pro at rams Park. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a viP cocktail hour and tour of the players’ and owners’ areas of the park. it continues with a seated dinner on the football field, live and silent auctions, and meet-andgreets with the rams’ cheerleaders. attendees also can get athletic by participating in nfl Play 60 challenges, such as racing down the field through tires and inflatables. a record 350 guests and more than $150,000 in fundraising dollars are expected for the highenergy event, which will benefit The magic House’s health initiative, good to grow. “it encourages kids to get outside and play, make

healthy food choices, increase exercise and reduce screen time,” notes Kevin demoff, who is serving as honorary co-chair, along with his wife, Jennifer. event chair is devon fischer. gala proceeds also will help support The magic House’s additional educational programs, which annually bring more than 50,000 kids into the children’s museum free of charge. “for many of these kids, it’s their first opportunity to come to The magic House,” Jennifer demoff explains. “and it offers teachers great opportunities to enhance their curriculums through the museum’s handson learning.” The museum’s education outreach programs also include free family nights; The magic House “on-the-go,” where museum activities are taken into libraries and hospitals; and educator training, which offers ways for teachers to incorporate the museum’s hands-on lessons in the classroom.

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The rams-themed gala, presented by the museum’s friends Committee and edward Jones, also kicks off The magic House’s new traveling exhibit, Football, running from oct. 5 to Jan. 5. Football will show visitors the science, mathematics and technology behind the game through interactive areas such as forward Pass and game at the line of Scrimmage. and participants will have the chance to try to match the speed of an nfl running back and learn the secret behind kicking the ideal field goal. The football theme continues with a permanent exhibit featuring a replica rams’ football training facility with even more hands-on activities. Continued on page 65

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s someone who has worked for more than 30 years both as a professional consultant to nonprofits and as an ardent volunteer, Donna wilkinson believes that an organization’s biggest asset is the volunteer leadership behind it. “I’m pretty passionate about the role of volunteers,” she says. “For instance, if you have an organization that wants to move forward with a capital campaign, that will make the difference in whether something is successful or not. If you don’t have the volunteer leadership behind you, it is really difficult.” since moving to st. louis in 1978 with her husband, the late st. louis football Cardinals coach Bud wilkinson, Donna wilkinson has helped raise millions of dollars for dozens of nonprofits, ranging from opera Theatre of saint louis to the st. louis symphony, st. louis Fire Department lifesaving Foundation, national Children’s Cancer society, Radio arts Foundation and more. a graduate of the political science program at michigan state university, she served as assistant secretary of state in michigan, among other positions, before taking up residence here. Though Bud’s coaching appointment was short-lived, the couple decided to stay. “we loved st. louis,” she says. “The people were so wonderful to us and welcomed us with open arms.” wilkinson remembers her first foray into fundraising fondly. “It was probably in the early ’80s. The first event I ever chaired was for the masters & Johnson Institute. Virginia Johnson masters and her husband Bill masters were friends of ours. I co-chaired the event with the late leigh Gerdine, who was the president of what was then webster College (now webster university). It turned out to be a great experience and a successful one. From there on, I got more involved.” From her time in the political sphere, wilkinson knew about organizing, but it wasn’t until the year after her husband passed away in 1994 that nonprofit consulting became a business venture. “I was urged by very good friends, but I wasn’t sure it was what I wanted to do. I had to think about it. But it was one very, very good friend, Bert walker, who got me together with a group from lewis and Clark Community College, and they became my first client.” The Illinois college was going through a capital campaign, and wilkinson provided assistance in their st. louis-area fundraising. “It was rewarding on a lot of different levels, particularly to have taken what I did as a volunteer and turn it into a business.”

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Today, The wilkinson Group mainly focuses on fundraising initiatives, board development and campaigns for its clients. Philosophically, wilkinson stresses organizational sustainability, saying, “we look to strengthen an organization’s capacity to grow. That is vital to most organizations. If you’re not moving up—if you’re just marking time, so to speak, Donna Wilkinson and you’re treading water— pretty soon, you’re going to be declining.” wilkinson says the work has become “part of who I am,” a statement that is backed up by the extensive list of nonprofits she works with, both on and off the clock. she chairs the Regional arts Commission board, and has served on the boards of opera Theatre and the st. louis symphony. a former board chair of the missouri history museum, she currently is chairing the search

committee for the museum’s next president. she’s also on the board of the united way, where this spring, she gathered a crowd of more than 900 at the nonprofit’s first-ever Volunteer Center honors event. In a more recent undertaking, she became involved at the Radio arts Foundation, which launched its classical music station this spring. But as wilkinson talks about the causes she’s involved in, it’s hard not to notice that with every endeavor, she points out the many other volunteers and leaders whose commitment she admires. “I think we’re really lucky in st. louis,” she says. “we have so many people who are willing to take responsibility and work on behalf of something they believe in. They’re people who not only talk the talk, but walk the walk—so to speak.” Come to think of it, wilkinson has done her fair share of walking, herself. {LadueNews.com} July 26, 2013

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Lauri Tanner

The CEO Caretaker

By Brittany nay

hen lauri Tanner was a child, the oldest of five siblings constantly read the Nurse Nancy book series and took the lead in caring for her younger brothers and sisters. as an adult, her life continues to be focused on her greatest love: taking care of people. as president and CeO of the nonprofit pediatric specialty hospital ranken Jordan, Tanner leads the care of some of the community’s most vulnerable young patients. and she doesn’t know how to do the job halfway, fully jumping into the role each moment of every day. When she’s not in business meetings, the extroverted leader can be found playing Wii baseball and Guitar Hero with patients. and even while she is in her office, kids i n te ra c t i n g i n t h e nearby play therapy space will pause to wave and blow kisses to her through the glass wall. “i love what i do,” she declares. Maintaining a c l o s e re l a t i o n s h i p with patients, their families and hospital Lauri tanner staffers has become the key to ranken Jordan’s success. During Tanner’s 12-year tenure as CeO, the hospital has grown from an annual revenue of $5 million to $55 million. and she is leading a capital campaign that will fund an expansion project to nearly double the hospital’s size—from 34 to 60 beds. “i have a vision. i can see where i think things are going to go, and i love to make it happen,” she explains. “and i’m good at seeing talent in people. i love helping people reach their maximum potential, whether that be employees or kids and their families.” ranken Jordan’s patients range from newborns to 21-year-olds, with diagnoses such as genetic disorders, brain and spinal cord injuries, and victims of drug abuse and violence. “They really are the most medically complex children in the community,” Tanner notes. “They need that transition between intensive care units and home. We help families with how they are going to navigate life. it’s not about what they cannot do, but what they can do.” Tanner also thrives under

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the financial challenges of the hospital, where 85 percent of patients rely on the Medicare system. To that end, she also works in Jefferson City and Washington, D.C., to improve the government’s Medicare policies through serving on the american hospital association’s regional Policy Board. Despite her strong medical, business and leadership skills, Tanner will be the first to say she didn’t seek to be a hospital CeO. “if you would’ve told me 20 years ago i’d be doing what i’m doing, i’d tell you that you were crazy,” she says with a laugh. But when the nashville native came to St. louis, Saint louis university’s School of nursing made an impression on her. “My last day of nursing school, my professor stood up and said, Lead from a position of nursing. it really stuck with me.” With her nursing degree in tow, and a strong interest in business and finance, she went on to earn a graduate degree in nursing administration. That combination of experience led her to move throughout the medical industry, from

bedside nursing at multiple local hospitals to the administrative side of health care at ranken Jordan. “i’m always a nurse at heart, and i lead from a position of nursing—always,” she notes. “But my true calling has been on the leadership side.” as a health care leader in the community, she also is known as the ‘neighborhood nurse’ and dedicates time to mentoring students at Slu School of nursing. “i am coaching them in their future careers,” she says. “People think they can’t have their dream job, and i’m here to tell you, you can.” nursing is a tough job that doesn’t receive enough recognition, she adds. “People always ask me, Who takes care of caretakers?, so i do that, too.” nursing has provided Tanner with the opportunity to be a bedside caregiver and lead ranken Jordan. “i get up every day thinking that i want to make the difference. and it’s just so great when you can help people fall in love with the kids at ranken Jordan.”

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Dr. Debra Horwitz

Her Pet Project

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simple bark, sniff or tail wag might seem trivial to the everyday pet owner, but veterinary behaviorist Dr. Debra Horwitz sees animals a little differently. more than a traditional veterinarian, Horwitz wo rks to u n d e rs ta n d why companion animals do what they do—and for her work is being lauded by colleagues across the country. Horwitz explains that, like many others in her field, she was drawn to veterinary medicine because of her love for animals. an interest in science and problemsolving didn’t hurt, either, as her career has allowed her to enjoy all three. “as you pursue this path, you realize that loving animals is wonderful, but you also must like interacting with people,” she notes. “Working in veterinary medicine is a lot like working in pediatrics: you need someone else to tell you Dr. Debra horwitz the symptoms.” originally from michigan, Horwitz and her family moved to st. louis in 1986. “We’ve found it a very easy city to live in,” she says. along with their three children and two grandchildren, the family also includes a 13-and-a-half-year-old Westie named oscar. in the grand scheme of medicine, Horwitz’s veterinary niche is rather new. “i’d been in practice for about four or five years and attended some seminars on behavior; it wasn’t even a specialty at that time—it was a new area of interest in veterinary medicine,” Horwitz says, noting that she became fascinated with the topic. “i started seeing behavior cases bit by bit; along the way, the american College of Veterinary behaviorists was formed.” in 1996, Horwitz became a board-certified veterinary behaviorist—a mere year after the first graduates finished the new program. “one of the things i enjoy—even to this day—is when i walk my dog and he gets stuck to the ground, sniffing something,” Horwitz says. “i find it really interesting to think about what he’s learning from 28

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that spot and how that engages him so completely.” being a behaviorist means working with problematic pet actions, such as growling, snaring, biting and inappropriate elimination. “When your dog or cat does a behavior that is unwanted by you, most of us tend to say, I want that to stop, but i always think the most important focus is to think about why the pet felt the need to do that,” Horwitz explains. “it’s important for us to realize the message behind their behavior.” this deep-rooted dedication has earned Horwitz a multitude of national honors, including the Veterinarian of the year award by Ceva animal Health and small animal speaker of the year at the 2012 north american Veterinary Conference. “i am very passionate about behavior being

part of veterinary medicine; i think it’s extremely important,” Horwitz says. and to help inform the masses, Horwitz educates through almost every possible outlet. Current projects include books—both working as an editor and author— online videos, lectures and more. previously, she has taught online courses, as well as served as the online purina one ask-a-Vet expert and worked as a Humane society columnist. Her lectures have been presented across the globe, ranging in topics from separation anxiety to feline elimination. “our world has changed, and there are so many ways now for me to reach so many people,” she says. “a lot of people have a bigger platform, but i just want to share what i know in the best interest of people and pets in any way i can.”

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Cheryl Polk

The Community Collaborator

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heryl Polk leads by example. and she hopes others will follow. “Women in leadership positions should always seek to develop the next generation of leadership,” she says. It’s with that mindset that Polk has served as executive VP and chief of strategy at united Way for the past 12 years. she sets the course for how the $80-million-dollar organization will impact the community, and oversees the board of directors and the operation of 211, which allows Missouri and Illinois residents to access information and receive referrals to life-sustaining resources at more than 170 area nonprofit agencies. For Polk, annually connecting a million people with resources related to employment, food and shelter, utility assistance, disaster response and senior care is not just a job—it’s the right thing to do. “helping people was part of my upbringing,” she notes. her extensive resume spans multiple industries, from leading the turnaround of the american red Cross biomedical services division, to becoming

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the No. 4 salesperson in the nation through her work at Pitney bowes, and even spending time as a news reporter in New york and Nebraska. Polk credits her years at multiple major universities—Washington university, Cornell and Creighton, as well as Fudan university in shanghai, China—with giving her a global view when it comes to business strategy, innovation and leadership. Now as a role model for other women in business, Polk encourages colleagues to tap into personal and professional networks to reach their goals. “ s e e k o u t t h o s e Cheryl Polk women whose career paths you would like to emulate, find out how they got to where they are and why they’ve chosen the career path they were on,” she explains. “use that information to help guide your own career—learn from the successes and from the failures of those women.”

“I lead by example. I always try to delIver more than Is promIsed or expeCted.”

Polk also extends her leadership to community organizations, including Missouri history Museum, saint louis Zoo, Forest Park Forever, Women of achievement, a World of difference Institute, The Teacher home Visit Program, st. louis leadership roundtable, st. louis Forum, links Inc. and Grand Center. No matter which hat Polk is wearing, she uses the same base strategy. “I lead by example. I always try to deliver more than is promised or expected,” she says. “and I always work in a collaborative way with respect for the expertise of others who are on my team. I also believe in being a continual learner.” While there are challenges in every industry, Polk advises staying focused on your goal. “surround yourself with sponsors and key advisers who may not be in the same industry, but will allow you to discuss all the things that may impact your business or career.” That strategy has worked well for Polk. Through her leadership efforts at united Way and various community organizations, millions of lives have been positively impacted. and while Polk is proud of her work, she knows there’s always more to do. “I look forward to helping even more people,” she says, “because the needs are greater.” {LadueNews.com} July 26, 2013

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Vida Prince

The Steadfast Storyteller ida ‘SiSter’ Goldman Prince knows that only a Holocaust survivor can fully comprehend what happened in those terrible years. a volunteer at the Holocaust museum and learning Center (HmlC), she has made it her lifelong commitment to record the extraordinary lives of these survivors and their horrifying stories to ensure they are never forgotten. Born in 1933 and nicknamed at birth by her older brother, the moniker stuck and Prince has been ‘Sister’ to friends and family ever since. after graduating from John Burroughs School and a junior college in new Jersey, she moved on to train for two years at the tobe-Coburn School for Fashion Careers in new york City. “those were the days i wore a hat and gloves everywhere i went,” she recalls. Prince has been married since 1954 to husband ronald, and the couple has two living children and eight grandchildren. the Holocaust survivors are her extended family. Prince first became involved with the St. louis Center for Holocaust Studies (renamed the Holocaust museum and learning Center), after reading an article in 1979 about the newly established center. Having a strong interest in World War ii and a deep connection to israel (she visited there in 1954), Prince felt strongly that the world must continue to document the story of the systematic statewide murder of 6 million Jews by the nazis and their collaborators. like other american Jews, she was “horrified, angry and anguished by the Holocaust.” after extensive training, her first assignment was to drive two survivors to speak at a local high school. “When i heard them tell their stories and watched them interact with the students, i knew i had found something i wanted to do for as long as i was able.” Prince relayed her feelings to fellow members of the Holocaust Commission, and the oral History Project was born. She now spends four to five hours, several days a week as chair of the project, a position she has held since 1981. much to her efforts, the HmlC, now located in West St. louis County, has more than 250 audio and video interviews, and a collection of 2,500 –plus photographs. in addition, Prince has taught oral history, conducted interviews and completed research for the missouri Historical Society. She is the author of the recently published book, That’s The Way It Was: Stories of Struggle, Survival and SelfRespect in 20th Century Black St. Louis. She also helped develop the oral History Project at the naples Holocaust museum in Florida. For all her 30

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“When We learn about other people and their cultures, We recognize something neW about ourselVes.”

volunteerism efforts to preserve the testimonies of the Holocaust survivors, Prince was named a Woman of achievement in may. the emotional stories Prince hears and documents about life in the ghettos and concentration camps are heartbreaking. a survivor told Prince her life in the ghetto was like that of a mouse: She would sit and hide every day and night. When she and her husband became ill, they came out of hiding and were sent to auschwitz—along with 100 others—in a dirty cattle car, without air or water. “then the nazis added 1,500 more people to the train, one on top of another. they would shove them in like trash. more than half of those Vida Prince people died in those cars on the train.” a Polish survivor talked about liberation day on april 15, 1945. “We had no strength to be happy or jubilant. it was very somber. i was not able to stand, only able to crawl because i had not eaten or drunk anything for weeks.” another told how Polish citizens were granted three pounds of sugar if they handed in a Jew. a survivor of the Buchenwald concentration

camp told Prince of the inhumane treatment in the camp. “they kicked innocent people for no reason. if you walked too slowly, if you were going too fast, or if you smiled at something, you were kicked. you never knew.” the HmlC oral History Project illustrates Prince’s ongoing commitment to preserving Holocaust memory for the betterment of humankind. She feels deeply that “when we learn about other people and their cultures, we recognize something new about ourselves. these interactions make us think in ways we may never have anticipated. We remember, understand and smile…and possibly shed a tear.” When she first began interviewing survivors, she was told: You will get to know them, learn to love them and then go to their funerals. Prince says that although this is true, the survivors have given so much back to her. these remarkable people have added to her quality of life and have become close family to her. “i feel truly blessed and grateful to the people i have interviewed for wanting to tell me their stories. and now we need to make sure their stories are preserved for eternity.”

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What specifically inspired you to write this book? So many women are trying to live up to a dream that they aren’t passionate about and that doesn’t suit them. I interviewed an astronaut who clocked the most hours for a woman in space, a doctor who invented a revolutionary treatment for fibroids and a celebrity nutritionist who helps people with serious food allergies and has a TV show, among many other women. So creativity isn’t just for artists and writers. We all have the software to be creative, but we may have forgotten how to use it or we may work in an environment where it isn’t safe to experiment with new ideas. Many women are stuck in jobs that they don’t love. At what point should they take a risk and make a change? Women who are in jobs that don’t reflect their interests and talents are unfulfilled, unhappy and stressed out. I urge women to discover what they’re best at, research the fields they’re interested in and then develop an action plan to get there. What blocks most women is fear, lack of confidence and not thinking strategically. How should women determine which interest to pursue as a career? I thought many years ago that I might like to become an interior designer. So I talked to a few people who were encouraging, and then signed up for a course. On the first night, we spent the whole time measuring a very crooked room and then using those numbers to decide what went where. It was not fun, and reminded me that my best skill is ‘ideaphoria,’ not spatial relations. So I quickly gave up that idea. So you need to try things out—take a class, talk to people, volunteer someplace—and see what resonates. But you also have to allow yourself to learn a new field. Interior design wasn’t for me, but if I’d loved it, I would have hung in there and gotten an assistant to help me measure things.

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You talk about healing your fears and improving your selfesteem. Do you find this is more difficult for women than for men? Most men have been programmed to be competitive and to be winners. Many successful women fear that they’ll never find a life partner if they appear too smart or in charge. In both of my 12 Secrets books, I talk about dealing with inner saboteurs such as the inner critic, and outer saboteurs such as our programming to be accommodating, to take care of everyone else first, to not ask for what we need and to want to be liked all the time by everyone. You believe there is a difference between ‘female burnout’ and ‘male burnout.’ How so? Many men are more logical about what they can and can’t do. Women have to learn that their needs are important, and to not get taken advantage of. Women need to learn the art of selffocus, which is not about being overly narcissistic, but about learning to take care of ourselves. For example, over the years, I’ve noted that when a man starts a business, he always finds a secretary. A woman often will try to do it all on her own. Who is the most successful person, by your definition, that you’ve ever met? The word success simply means ‘positive outcome.’ That’s it. All of the women I interviewed defined success on their own terms, and crafted their lives and their businesses to support what they valued and what they were meant to contribute to the world. Each of them is a shining star. What is your personal definition of success? Have you achieved it? I feel very blessed to have written six books, to coach and mentor wonderful clients and to provide creative leadership training for women and organizations. I have positive relationships with family and dear friends and get to spend part of every year on Cape Cod, which I adore, as well as to travel with my husband. I also love to paint watercolors. I have an interesting and creative life.

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IT’S ALL RELATIVE

Dream Team By Paul Brown

ost of us could only dream about this kind of father-son business relationship; the deWitts are living it. bill deWitt Jr. is the majority owner of the cardinals; his son, bill deWitt lll, is team president. it’s one of the most successful family business connections in town and, as all st. louisans know from the moment we learn to read the sports page, the cards are one of the most fabled teams in the long, glorious history of america’s pastime. imagine this scenario: the night the team wins yet another World series championship; and as the celebration ends and the stadium empties, father and son ask the groundskeepers to leave the lights on so they can play a game of catch. “yeah, that would be good.” bill deWitt Jr. says with a chuckle when he thinks of the scene that i’m suggesting. “We’ve been on the field plenty of times for presentations and events, but we’ve never tossed the ball around.” i tell him it’s the kind of baseball folklore a lot of fans would love. the elder deWitt again laughs and says, “i don’t know if st. louis wants to see that, but i think i’d have to pitch ‘cause if he threw me a fastball, i might have a hard time dealing with that!” Junior’s father, William deWitt sr., was a renowned baseball executive who started with the cardinals in 1916 by selling sodas in the stands. he became a protégé of the legendary branch rickey and worked his way up to the job of team treasurer. eventually, deWitt sr. moved across town to work for Bill DeWitt iii the st. louis browns and ended up owning the team during its very few glory years. deWitt Jr. was the batboy. after his father sold the browns, he later became owner of the cincinnati reds, so it was obvious the family had baseball in its veins. When deWitt Jr. headed up a group of investors to buy the cardinals in 1995, it was a homecoming. “it’s rewarding having grown up in st. louis in a baseball family, to get to experience it first-hand, and now with my son, as well, it’s a great feeling—that’s three generations of deWitts with the cardinals.” bill deWitt iii, just like his dad, graduated from yale and then earned his mba from harvard business school. after school, he went to work for the cardinals; and in 2008, became team president. he’s earned respect through his work with the design and construction of the new stadium and has played a big role in raising the status of the cardinals care charities. this year, he was instrumental in finally getting ballpark Village off the drawing board and into the construction phase. dad obviously is proud of his son’s accomplishments, and the feeling is mutual. “i think what he’s done to position this franchise for sustained success is pretty remarkable,” deWitt iii says of his father. “he’s actually a lot more involved and active than people realize, but he’s not out there trying to get credit for it.” (to note, deWitt Jr. took extra effort to point out the significance of the team’s minority owners, making sure the cardinals aren’t portrayed as a family business controlled solely by the deWitts. and he had special praise for

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the front office, especially Gm John mozeliak.) deWitt iii thinks his father’s baseball instincts were most evident during the negotiations with superstar player albert Pujols. in hindsight, most fans now agree it was the right move not to break the bank and outbid the angels to resign Pujols. however, at the time, it was risky and controversial. “at some point, it didn’t make sense for us. We went as far as we could and it wasn’t good enough; and i think ultimately, it wasn’t our decision. our decision was based on the merits of how far we could go and there was a choice for albert on that.” since then, there’s been very little controversy. last year, the team came within one win of going back to the World series; and this season, the cards are again one of the league’s best and are being hailed in the sports world as baseball’s ‘model franchise.’ deWitt iii says he’s gratified by the praise. “it shows an accumulation of good decisions over time.” his father agrees, explaining that part of his success is treating the team as a business—and that’s a concept some fans may find hard to understand. “it’s a civic treasure and we take the responsibility of maintaining and enhancing it very seriously. When i say it needs to be run like a business, i mean that from an operational standpoint.” so when the cardinals won the World series in 2011, he still isn’t sure if his victory hug with ‘the third’ was more meaningful as family or as business partners. “that’s a good question—probably a little bit of both—but it was a lot fun being up there with him when the trophy was being presented.” deWitt iii says sometimes it’s hard for him to believe that it’s not all just a dream. “i pinch myself when i think about the things i’m involved in and the family history.” and maybe this will be the year that the envisioned scenario plays out: after the confetti settles and the celebrations end, they’ll leave the lights on in an empty stadium and have a game of catch. it’s the stuff that dreams are made of.

The DeWitts pose with the World Series Trophy at the Cardinals vs. Rangers Game 7 of the 2011 World Series.

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Talking PoinTs

The Final Nuggets

By Fred Miller

n our last several columns, we’ve offered nuggets to lessen the fear of public speaking. we don’t want to completely rid ourselves of those butterflies in our stomach. Put that nervous energy into your presentation. a presentation without energy is boring! this article will introduce the final nine nuggets. I guarantee the fear can be lessened by using these nuggets and the benefits go far beyond public speaking. Getting out of your comfort zone increases your comfort zone!

By presenting to two of more of those styles, the odds of your audience ‘getting it’ are dramatically increased. Props come in all shapes and sizes and should be relevant to your presentation. • Show them when appropriate. • Put them away when finished talking about them. • If using PowerPoint, ‘blank’ the screen. The attention of the audience will shift from the screen to you, the presenter. this is powerful.

Nugget No. 15 No HaNdouts unless you are conducting a workshop and handouts are absolutely essential, there are good reasons not to use them. • Your audience will be looking at them when they should be watching you. nonverbal communication trumps verbal communication. we believe what we see. If the audience is looking at handouts, they are missing the message your facial expressions, gestures and body language are sending. • We cannot multitask: People reading are not listening. this is one reason bullet points in a PowerPoint presentation are bad: Bullet points kill—kill the bullet points! • Shuffling papers to see what’s next and review what was said is distracting. • If the audience is not paying attention to you, the speaker, your anxiety will probably increase. you want them looking at you!

Nugget No. 18 Have several ‘sPare tires’ trust me on this one. stuff happens. Projector bulbs can burn out, computers may crash and props do fail. thoughts of any of these occurring can bring on angst—lots of it! to reduce having the ‘wheels come off’ and not getting them back on, have several ‘spare tires’ and practice using them before your ‘trip.’ Here’s one of the things I do to keep nervousness at bay: I’m a Mac user, and Keynote software is my choice for presentations. I back up those slide presentations, on a thumb drive and in the cloud in formats, including Keynote, PowerPoint and PDF.

Nugget No. 16 Humor a good laugh from the audience can be icing on the cake for presenters. But don’t expect all audiences to react the same, and don’t let it set you back if you don’t get the reaction you wanted. Do not tell an audience you’re going to give a humorous talk. If the laughs aren’t there, you will be the joke! the best humor is self-effacing, (I’ll never run out of material!) never use someone in the audience as the brunt of your humor. Nugget No. 17 ProPs People have three styles of learning. they are, with their respective percentages: 1. visual—65 percent 2. auditory—30 percent 3. Kinesthetic (learning by doing)—5 percent

Nugget No. 20 use deeP BreatHiNg to lesseN teNsioN Inhale slowly and deeply to the count of 10. then exhale slowly and completely to a similar count. Do it several times when nervousness creeps up on you and before delivering a presentation. try it because it works! Nugget No. 21 meditate napoleon Hill, the famous personal success author, once said, “whatever the mind of man can conceive, he can achieve.” Follow this advice and picture the audience liking you. Picture yourself being at ease and in command of your presentation. this technique, like deep-breathing exercises, works! Nugget No. 22 Practice. Practice. Practice. this is my ‘silver nugget’ for lessening the fear of public speaking. Think about this: Would a professional singer, musician, or actor merely ‘show up’ for their big show, concert, or play? no! How about athletes who earn their living through sports? Do you think they just ‘show up’ for the

big game? no! all the above professionals practice, rehearse, and repeat that drill many times before their performance. why would anyone think you can give an important presentation by just ‘winging it?’ Folks who present for a living advise to practice one hour for each minute of presentation. (read the last sentence, again. It is not a misprint!) Nugget No. 23 my ‘goldeN Nugget’: sPeak! sPeak! sPeak! like most things in life, “the learning is in the doing!” You can: • Watch other speakers. • Listen to audio books. • Read about reducing the fear of public speaking. • View videos on the subject. • Practice in your ‘mind’s eye.’ However, nothing will make you a better presenter more than speaking. the more you do it, the less anxious you’ll be, and your presentations will improve dramatically. In the next columns, we’ll look at other aspects of public speaking and presentation skills. till then, make next your presentation…no sweat!

Fred Miller is a speaker, presentation coach and author of NO SWEAT Public Speaking! For more information, email him at Fred@NoSweatPublicSpeaking.com or visit NoSweatPublicSpeaking.com. 40

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Virtual Visitation

Establishing a Connection

By Julia Christensen

n the often-complicated realm of child custody issues, technology has been able to offer some solace to both parents and youngsters through the telephone. As the world becomes increasingly digital, it’s no surprise this process would follow suit: Virtual visitations are one of the latest ways parents and their children are staying connected after divorce through video chat programs like FaceTime and Skype. “The most important development that we’ve seen with these phone calls is Skype,” says Barbara Behrens of Behrens Law Firm. “When the children are young, they don’t really get that it’s their dad or their mom on the other end of the line. They are often on the phone for only five minutes. Skype has really changed that.” According to Margo Green, of Green Cordonnier & House, virtual visitations are sometimes courtordered, while “other times, the parties consent to it because it is a very important tool for the child and the parent.” However, this consent doesn’t mean legal orders wouldn’t be beneficial. “I would like to see judges utilize it more frequently when there are relocation cases,” Green says. “In years

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past, we didn’t have this tool for the out-of-state parent to maintain continuing contact with the children—not that it ever would take the place of a face-to-face visit, but it certainly can improve the communication for the out-of-state parent and their children.” Similarly, attorney Penny Robinson of Zerman Mogerman says she has seen parental, non-legal agreements designed to let the child ‘virtually visit’ whichever parent he or she is not currently staying with. Should ordered options be preferred, she recommends coming in with a plan. “If you’re going to ask the court for ordered virtual visitation, you’d want to identify the type—Skype, FaceTime—and when it would occur, as well as which of the parents would be responsible for initiating it,” Robinson advises. Problems can surface when this virtual reality is viewed as adequate-enough contact to grant relocation. In 2009, The Australian reported a multitude of continental relocation cases in which rulings were similar to or stated that there is “no reason why the children cannot maintain contact with the other parent via telephone, Skype and email.” This type of problem is not what Behrens

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has seen in her experience. “I’m all for virtual visitation, as are all of the judges I’ve been in front of,” she says. “There initially was some concern that a relocating parent would argue that a virtual visitation was so good that it would make up for physical visitation—it has thankfully been rejected.” The importance of face-to-face contact is echoed by all three attorneys, all describing—in one form or another—virtual visitation as a beneficial supplement. “Virtual visitation is a good tool, just like the telephone was, but it could never be a substitute for regular contact,” Robinson stresses. “It’s hard to kiss your child or tuck them in virtually.”

One stated: “If husband is rude or cruel to wife’s parents, husband agrees to pay $10,000 for each infraction.” Another: “If I become pregnant, husband agrees to pay wife $50,000 for carrying each child.” Clauses go on to include everything from a “smokefree household” to “skinny clauses” that state if the wife exceeds a certain weight, she forfeits her allowance and if her husband weighs more than agreed to, he would pay wife $10,000. “New York is getting a hold of this and the men think this is a safety net to ensure skinny,” according to Patti Stranger, host of Bravo’s “Millionaire Matchmaker.” Another man dictates four home-cooked meals a week or his wife loses her shopping allowance. The list goes on and on. One longtime lawyer says, “These kinds of clauses are usually associated with someone who is very insecure or who has had a bad situation in the past.” They go so far to say that a wife cannot even look at another man. Marcy Kaplan-Gold made her wedding and prenup experience into a move titled: “The Pre-nup.” She says,” I was literally planning my wedding and planning my divorce at the same time, going from

bridesmaid dress fittings to lawyer meetings.” However, ten years have passed and the couple is still married. Her husband, Eric Gold who is a Hollywood producer, later apologized. Some would say these clauses are cold and unromantic, but feel they are necessary to establish the framework of marriage-one of the most important decisions anyone can make. One marriage mediator believes that thinking you need a prenup is “dangerous and it wrecks marriages,” and calls lawyers who accommodate these lifestyle clauses “irresponsible.” Supporters, on the other hand, say the bonds of marriage ultimately stick. “Out of all our prenups, 90 percent are still married,” says Chemtob, “but I do see a lot of tears before the signing.” Negotiating a prenuptial agreement does not seem like the most romantic choice, but for many couples, it is the smart one. It allows marrying couples to protect their separate property during a marriage. At Stange Law Firm, PC, we help clients draft enforceable prenuptial agreements, and review and litigate them. For help regarding your specific situation, Stange Law Firm offers a free half hour consultation. Call us at 314-963-4700 or visit us online at St. Louis Prenuptial Agreement Lawyers. Source: NewYork’s craziest prenups, by Doree Lewak, NewYork Post

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BAFC Consulting, which offers organizational management services to educational institutions and nonprofits, welcomes JUDY SCLAIR as its new VP of administration. Sclair most recently served as superintendent of the Ladue School District. Cannon Design welcomes four new members to its practice: architects REBECCA CASTELLON and MICHAEL KELLER, project architect RAJPAL JAIN and senior electrical project engineer KEITH SMITH.

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At First Bank’s Creve Coeur branch, JESSICA NENNINGER has been promoted to private banking officer. DEBRA HELLMANN also has been named director of corporate banking. The law firm of Frankel, Rubin, Bond, Dubin, Siegel & Klein announces the admission of MICHAEL PAYNE, ELAINE PUDLOWSKI and JULIE SIEGEL as partners. GREG KESSLER has been named counseling attorney. Garden View Care Centers has named KIRA SOMACH as its new hospitality and marketing director. Somach previously worked for Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide.

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Heartland Bank announces the promotions of AMY ARMSTRONG to VP, and JAIME COTTON, ROBIN FOGG, SANDI KERN and SARAH NAUNHEIM to assistant VPs. NICK OVERKAMP has joined the company as VP. Life Skills, which provides training and support to help the developmentally disabled, welcomes DAVID KRAMER as VP of community living, and has promoted NICOLE JOHNSON to VP of employment services.

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The St. Louis Metropolitan Medical Society has appointed DAVID NOWAK to the position of executive VP. JOHN WOOLSCHLAGER has been named the new director of Saint Louis University’s Center for Sustainability, which promotes the study and development of advanced approaches to environmental challenges. Woolschlager earned a Ph.D. in environmental engineering from Northwestern University.

Stone Carlie welcomes MATT OCENAS as director of CFO solutions. The firm also announces the promotions of KRISTIN RUGEN and JOHN SIMPSON to manager; MICHELLE MATAVA, AMANDA MELL and MARK PALUCZAK to senior manager; and BETH KING and DEBORAH MARET to principal.

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ELIZABETH HERSH recently assumed the pulpit of Temple Emanuel as its senior rabbi. Hersh most recently served as chaplain of St. Louis Jewish Family & Children’s Service. Treats Unleashed has promoted MARY O’BRIEN to manager of its Ladue shop. Previously, O’Brien was assistant manager of its location in Des Peres.

Mercy Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group affiliated with Mercy Hospital, recently added four new doctors: Drs. PAUL ANGLETON, GAYATHRI DUNDOO, EDWARD FERGUSON and LEONARD GUAM. JODY SOWELL has been promoted to director of exhibitions and research at the Missouri History Museum. Sowell,

St. Joseph’s Academy has named DIANE COOPER as its new principal. Cooper was most recently an assistant professor at Webster University. Also joining the staff is KEVIN FLATTERY as director of institutional advancement. And after 25 years as the school’s physical education teacher, MAUREEN McVEY has been promoted to athletic director.

Two new physicians have joined the staff of St. Luke’s Hospital: Drs. CHARLES TADROS and RICHARD KOZENY JR. The hospital also has been honored with the Women’s Health Excellence Award from Healthgrades.com, a leading online resource for patients. Cynthia Poelker

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Pulaski Bank announces the promotion of VINCE O’BRIEN to manager of home lending. Joining the company are TOM FLORES as regional president and PATRICK RICKE as VP of commercial lending. NICK JONES has joined Renaissance Financial as a financial adviser. Jones is a graduate of the University of Missouri.

GREGG DOYLE recently assumed the position of GM at Charlie Gitto’s Hollywood Casino restaurant. Doyle previously held top roles at Robust Wine Bar and Mosaic. COLLEEN LAWLER of Coldwell Banker Gundaker’s Chesterfield office has been confirmed as the company’s top sales associate for 2012, with more than $57 million in closings. JULIE BAKEWELL and COURTNEY KALLIAL, both of the Town & Country office, have been named Rookies of the Year.

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Guy Hockerman, CPA, CFP VP & Senior Financial Planner The Commerce Trust Co. 8000 Forsyth Blvd., 746-7333, commercetrustco.com Guy Hockerman’s goal is to provide objective, high-quality financial planning advice. He has worked for banking and accounting institutions as a financial planner and tax adviser. Hockerman earned a B.A. from Wheaton College and has served as a faculty member for the American Banking Association National School Trust.

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HAT PAIR OF SPECTACLES ON THE nightstand or the annual trip to the ophthalmologist may not seem like a big deal to some, but to many people, these health ‘luxuries’ are forced to the wayside. To help bridge this vision gap, a multitude of St. Louisans are working to protect the sight of those in need through locally founded eye programs. ReSpectacle works to pair unused prescription eyeglasses with new owners via an online database and prescription logarithm. Simply put, those who cannot afford eyeglasses can enter their prescription online and search through a gallery of available options. To determine accuracy, the logarithm finds the correct prescription, assigning them a color rating to determine how helpful they would be. These ship free-of-charge, and what was once trash becomes a life-changing form of support. Since its start, co-founder and CFO Josh Anderson says ReSpectacle has sent out 200 individuals glasses domestically, as well as another 182 internationally. While eye exams are not offered, Anderson explains that the refraction test can normally be performed for a minimal cost. Since the frames, lenses and shipping are free, this examination is the only out-of-pocket expense. Internationally, these measurements often are taken by visiting professionals. “In order to be able to make this free for people to get their glasses, the providers need to be volunteers,” Anderson says, explaining that they often work with medical students during rotations and residencies. “An easy way for us to get people dedicated to what we’re doing is by offering them the ability to learn how to use lensometers to measure glasses, so we provide the training to do that.” Not only does this system gain immediate manpower, but there is always hope the program will travel with the students when they find permanent employment elsewhere. The plan seems to be working, as ReSpectable grew from five to nine processing sites this month alone. “We’re anticipating growing at a much quicker rate,” Anderson explains. “We went from having about 2,000 glasses in our database six months ago to about 3,000. We’re hoping to increase the number to 10,000 by this time next year. Certainly our bottleneck at this point has been to measure all those glasses, clean them and put them on the website.” That extra manpower will be beneficial, as the need for quality eyeglasses is high. Anderson explains that 122 million people, as reported by the

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World Health Organization, have poor eyesight “I was in the business for about 50 years before I simply because of their lack of corrective lenses. retired from my practice,” says founder Dr. Kenneth “When you don’t have your sight, it Green. “I didn’t see any reason not to affects things on so many levels: continue on a pro-bono basis. your ability to learn and interThere was a need, and I decided act with the world, educato fill that need.” The clinic tion and employment is named after a fellow opportunities, your ophthalmologist, the late quality of life … all of Dr. Edward Berg, and those can be improved while the two did not for 122 million people work together directly, across the world just they knew one another by getting glasses that from the field. work for them.” The clinic primarWhile exams ily serves patients with may not fall under glaucoma and diabetes, ReSpectacle’s umbrella as these problems are of offerings, the Edward “major causes of blindness JOSH ANDERSON, CFO and Berg M.D. Memorial Eye in the adult community,” and, Clinic at St. Mary’s Hospital with the proper treatment, there co-founder of ReSpectacle is often a way to delay or avoid it. “It’s is designed with examinations in what I’ve been doing all my professional mind. Serving specifically adults, the clinic is open two days per month for Medicaid life,” Green says of his beneficial work. “I have the and Medicare clients, as well as those who are time and the availability and the experience to do uninsured. it. It’s a natural fit.”

“WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE YOUR SIGHT, IT AFFECTS THINGS ON SO MANY LEVELS: YOUR ABILITY TO LEARN AND INTERACT WITH THE WORLD, EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, YOUR QUALITY OF LIFE.”

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ATA R AC T SU RG E RY I S taking another step forward with a new type of lens implant that corrects for distance, intermediate and near vision, as well as for astigmatism—a condition in which vision is blurred due to an elliptical or football-shaped cornea. By correcting both range of focus and astigmatism, patients may be free of glasses or contacts for the first time in decades. A cataract forms gradually on the eye’s clear lens, clouding vision over time. If the cataract is small, patients may use eyeglasses, brighter lighting, polarized sunglasses or magnifying lenses to cope with minor vision changes. However, the only way to permanently treat a cataract is by surgically removing it. Cataract surgery, a common surgical procedure, involves removing the clouded lens and replacing it with a lens that helps the eye focus properly. In the past, patients wore glasses or contacts to correct astigmatism after cataract surgery,

explains Dr. Jay Pepose of Pepose Vision Institute. “Or, the astigmatism was corrected with another procedure, such as limbal relaxing incision or laser vision correction. If they had a standard toric lens, they achieved one focus, but not an expanded range of vision.” The new product introduces “a lens implant for cataract surgery that can reduce the effect of astigmatism, as well as obtain excellent uncorrected distance and intermediate vision and functional near vision, in a single procedure,” Pepose notes. The new lens implant is being marketed by Bausch + Lomb under the brand name Trulign Toric intraocular lens. The company received approval from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration in May. Pepose, a paid consultant to Bausch + Lomb, served as medical monitor of the Trulign lens clinical trial, presenting data to the FDA on April 8. Lens implants have been available to correct for astigmatism, along with distance vision, but Continued on page 65

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TREASURE TUCKED AWAY ON 3.4 secluded acres, this châteauesque home is both impressive and inviting. From the sweeping circular drive, step through heavy double-doors into the entrance hall, which features a grand staircase. The parlor and two-story dining room each boasts a fireplace and chandelier, plus plenty of natural light. The kitchen, which has been photographed for several national publications, opens onto a breakfast banquette and a cozy hearth room. There also is a library lined with built-in bookcases, a woodpaneled game room with a wet bar and a soundproof state-of-the-art home theater. Completing the first floor is a lavish master suite with hisand-her bathrooms, separate closets and a sitting room. There are more bedrooms upstairs, plus comfortable living quarters for a guest or housekeeper. Beautiful terraces, a pavilion and swimming pool extend luxury living to the outdoors.

A 5-bedroom, 10-bath home in Ladue is listed for $7,100,000.

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By Lisa Watson

any of us think we know what we like when it comes to the arts in St. Louis, but sometimes the most thrilling performance or the most moving canvas can be found in an unexpected place. We asked some of the area’s most plugged-in artistic leaders and supporters about their favorite arts experiences— perhaps you’ll find something new to love!

Gene Dobbs Bradford Executive director, Jazz St. Louis One of my favorite parts of the summer is Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ festival season. We were pleased to collaborate with them on Champion, which we co-commissioned. There are few things I enjoy more than sitting outside after the concert, talking to the artists who performed, and having a glass of wine and debriefing with the concert-goers. I also love the St. Louis Symphony—I worked there for five years, and one of best parts was getting to hear one of the world’s great orchestras. Powell is one of my favorite concert halls in the world—it’s a fantastic space. What David Robertson is doing with the orchestra is outstanding. St. Louis is showing the orchestra world how to do it right.

Fred Bronstein President and CEO, St. Louis Symphony I always say to people around the country that St. Louis has a breadth and depth of cultural institutions that belie its size. Some of my favorites include Opera Theatre, which recently wrapped up its season with the world premiere of the critically-acclaimed jazz opera Champion. I’d be remiss if I didn’t note that OTSL has one of the best ‘pit orchestras’ around–the St. Louis Symphony! There is the Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, a great space designed by Tadao Ando that presents some of the most interesting shows anywhere, as well as 50

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a contemporary music series that the Symphony does in collaboration with the Pulitzer. And of course, the new east wing of the Saint Louis Art Museum is a must-see. It is a great addition to an already very special place.

Kim Eberlein Arts Supporter There are so many memorable arts performances at venues all over St. Louis in any given year, but I will mention two magical evenings that come to mind: Both happen within the wonderful world of Forest Park. Every September, the St. Louis Symphony performs for one night only at the base of Art Hill. The musicians are in casual dress, and the audience fills up the whole hillside, sitting on blankets and just soaking in the experience—the glorious music, the kids spinning and clapping to the music, the sunset and the fireworks. Another not-to-be-missed St. Louis experience is any night at the Shakespeare Festival—watching the sun go down and the stage lights go up, and then becoming fully engrossed in the human comedy as told by the master himself—this never gets old! And both of these magical evenings are free!

Jack Galmiche President and CEO, The Nine Network Some of the best arts experiences in St. Louis can be found every week on Nine PBS with Sunday Arts and Living St. Louis: Best of the Arts. Both shows highlight exciting, unusual and creative art happenings right here in St. Louis. In person, my wife, Rosemary, and I enjoy attending live theater—whether it’s a new drama never before seen in St. Louis at The Rep, a big-stage musical or concert at the Fox, or the charm of watching top performers under the stars at The Muny. We also enjoy St. Louis’ many art fairs, galleries, museums and clubs. We have lived in and visited many cities in America known for their artistic communities and none rival the rich offerings found in my hometown, St. Louis.

Rome (being in that building). In June, I visited the yet-to-open National Building Arts Center, in Sauget, Ill., which is just five minutes from downtown St. Louis. The layout is phenomenal and it will be the largest collection of architectural artifacts housed in one place. This gentleman has been collecting these pieces from around the country. When it opens, I think it’s going to bring a lot of people to St. Louis because it’s just a treasure trove for architects, artists and lovers of historical buildings.

Gilberto Pinela Television host, STL-TV So much to experience, so much to do—St. Louis offers a unique combination of traditional and avant-garde art for the enjoyment of all. I personally enjoy the new wing of our world-class Art Museum: The panoramic view of Art Hill and the 1904 World’s Fair basin is just right to inspire artists young and old alike. I also love the innovative minds at Opera Theatre — productions such as Champion make one proud to live in St. Louis. The recent performance of the Gateway Men’s Chorus at the Edison made me realize that equality for all is now a reality. I also had the opportunity to view the newest exhibit at the Regional Arts Commission—what a great treat. There’s no excuse to stay home this summer in St. Louis.

Vince Schoemehl Jr. President and CEO, Grand Center Inc. I’m surrounded by great art experiences every day in the Grand Center District. Where else in St. Louis can you attend a performance by a world-class orchestra one day and an up-and-coming musician the next? Or see a Broadway performance down the street from a one-ring circus? The range of visual, theatrical and musical arts experiences that surround me makes it impossible to pick just one; I discover a new ‘favorite’ all the time!

Mark Wrighton Barbara Goodman Arts Supporter The whole St. Louis arts scene is astonishing, really. I certainly have a list of my favorite venues and exhibitions: There’s the Contemporary Art Museum, Laumeier Sculpture Park and Washington University’s Kemper Art Museum. Also not to be overlooked is the Craft Alliance gallery, where they highlight regional and national craft arts. Another favorite is the outdoor Citygarden downtown. It’s such a delightful marriage of fountains and art. In the summer when the weather is warm, everyone brings their kids and it’s kind of like magic to them, running throughout these fountains. Also, I recently attended the reopening of the St. Louis Public Library. As far as being an architectural gem, I thought I was possibly in Paris or

Chancellor, Washington University St. Louis has a great arts scene, and I have recently been fortunate to have a great introduction to the new facilities at the Saint Louis Art Museum. The design of the space itself and the wonderful art—together with a new restaurant—make this a very special space. In a different vein, I am very impressed with the Bruno David Gallery, which presents exciting new work from very creative people, many living right here in our community. These special presentations reveal that St. Louis is not only a place to see and experience art, but also a community where important art is created. Finally, I have to comment on the Citygarden: This is a great venue to experience large works of art by people of all ages…on a hot summer day, the fountains are an arresting place for excited children!

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Family hip-hop artist Secret Agent 23 Skidoo will take the COCA stage as part of this year’s American Arts Experience.

BY BRITTANY NAY

L A S S I C A L C O N C E R T S. Poignant plays. Children’s o p e ra . H i p - h o p d a n c e . Fa s h i o n ex h i b i ts. T h e se eclectic forms of art and more will come together for a 17-day event this fall, highlighting local and national talent during the fourth annual American Arts Experience (AAE) from Oct. 4 to 20 at various area venues.

Themed ‘Art Made Fresh Daily,’ the multimedia festival will kick off Oct. 4 with an intimate acoustic performance by Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriters Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin at The Sheldon Concert Hall, among other shows. Paul Reuter, executive director of The Sheldon and AAE festival chairman, says the event is an opportunity to celebrate the stage—from American theatre, dance and music to art. “We have so many amazing arts organizations in St.

Louis, and this event gives us a chance to work together. It reminds everyone that the arts are part of what makes St. Louis great.” Kids will take center stage during productions by Opera Theatre, COCA, Circus Harmony and St. Louis Children’s Choirs. At Touhill Performing Arts Center Oct. 17 and 19, Opera Theatre will showcase free dress rehearsals of The Very Last Green Thing, a children’s opera set in a

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AMERICAN ARTS EXPERIENCE 2413 classroom where a student stumbles upon the last green thing on Earth during an outdoor lesson. Popular family hip-hop artist Secret Agent 23 Skidoo will take the COCA stage Oct. 19 and 20, the child acrobats of Circus Harmony will fly high during free performances Oct. 5 to 20 at City Museum, and the 450-member St. Louis Children’s Choirs will sing Oct. 13 and 14. The theatrics will continue Oct. 16 as The Repertory Theatre performs Fly, a play following the true story of the Tuskegee Airmen of World War II. And contemporary dance performances will include Dance St. Louis’ PNC Arts Alive New Dance Horizons II, with numbers created by renowned choreographer and former Alvin Ailey principal dancer Uri Sands, on Oct. 4 and 5. For those in the mood for music, Judy Collins will sing at Washington University’s 560 Music Center on Oct. 12, and St. Louis Symphony will play George Gershwin’s classics, Cuban Overture and Concerto in F, and John Adams’ new saxophone concerto, The Chairman Dances, on Oct. 5 and 6. In celebration of our nation’s artists, Saint Louis Art Museum will display an all-American exhibit in its new East Building, and The Sheldon Art Galleries will highlight an array of photography, painting and fashion. And at Missouri Botanical Garden’s Best of Missouri Market Oct. 4, 5 and 6, attendees will find handmade crafts,

Circus Harmony’s St. Louis Arches perform during last year’s American Arts Experience.

jewelry, toys, food and more. “We have something for children to seniors, and everyone in-between,” Reuter says. That diversity allows local arts to build new audiences, he adds. AAE began in 2010 with more than 100,000 people attending 200 events presented by 48 arts and cultural organizations. For more information and a full schedule of events, visit artmadefreshdaily.com.

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Power Up

BMW X5

HAT DO YOU THINK OF when you hear the word ‘diesel?’ Do you think of a big, loud smelly truck, or a LeManswinning sports car? Though both exist, the LeMans-winning Audi sports car is a lot closer to the diesel engines found in today’s passenger cars. While Americans were traumatized by a colossal diesel failure by GM in the late ’70s, Europeans have embraced diesels for their better gas mileage and durability. One great example of a modern dieselpowered car is the 2014 Audi A8L. Sharing everything but the engine of the gas-powered Audi A8, the A8L TDI turbo diesel V-6 offers all the beauty, performance and luxury of the regular A8. Starting with an attractive full-sized body, the A8 looks the part of a luxury sedan. Inside, a fabulous interior features well-bolstered, heated and cooled leather seats, four-zone automatic climate control, and all the electronic goodies one expects in a modern premium luxury car. A video screen pops up from the top of the center console that controls most of the car’s functions, but it is controlled by a remote rotary knob instead of a touchscreen; though once

IT WOULD BE A LOT MORE COMFORTABLE TO TRAVEL IN THE BACK OF THE A8 THAN DEAL WITH THE HASSLES OF FLYING.

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Audi A8L

you’ve got it figured out, it looks like it should be easy enough to use. It also functions as a screen for the back-up camera, which is enhanced by parking sensors. The power trunk lid opens upon a large and well-configured trunk at the touch of a button. The heated power rear seat is the real treat of the A8, where there’s enough leg room for an NBA star, as well as separate climate controls and vents, and available DVD screens in the backs of the front headrests. If you’re not traveling too far, it would be a lot more comfortable to travel in the back of the A8 than deal with the hassles of flying. The 3.0-liter, V-6 turbocharged diesel moves the A8 with alacrity, thanks to its 240 horsepower, but even more importantly, its 406 pound-feet of torque. There’s plenty of power throughout the rev band and at any speed. Handling is good for a large

car, with nice, tight steering. The most remarkable thing about the diesel engine is how unremarkable it is. That is to say it’s not loud, smoky or slow. But for the hint of turbo lag, most people would be hard-pressed to tell that they’re driving a diesel. A very smooth-shifting 8-speed automatic distributes power to all four wheels for maximum traction. Where you will notice the diesel engine is when you’re passing gas stations. With EPA ratings of 24 city, 36 highway and a cruising range of about 600 miles, you’ll stop for gas about half as often as you do with a gas-powered car. Kevin Rodermund, general sales manager at Plaza Audi, says of the A8, “Don’t be intimidated by the diesel engine. It has the power of a V-8 with the gas mileage of a V-6. You can’t even tell the difference from the sound.” Continued on page 65

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Golf Grapevine

GOLF GRAPEVINE

It’s been another busy month with several local golfers achieving success in various tournaments. Let’s get right to it. BY WARREN MAYES

Women’s Amateur Public Links Ballwin’s Catherine Dolan reached the second round of match play in the USGA’s Women’s Amateur Public Links at the Jimmie Austin Oklahoma University Golf Club Course in Norman. Dolan, a Missouri State graduate, finished with a 151 in stroke play to tie for 45th place. “I feel really good about how I played at the public links,” Dolan says. “To make the cut at a USGA event is a great accomplishment. The field is always so strong, and to qualify for match play is always rewarding.” It was Dolan’s third consecutive year of playing in the tournament and reaching match play. U.S. Open Manchester’s Scott Langley finished in a tie for 41st place in this third U.S. Open. He finished 4 over with a 295 at Merion Golf Club near Philadelphia. His rounds were 75, 70, 75 and 74. He earned $37,324 for his efforts. U.S. Public Links Qualifier Kansas State’s Kyle Weldon and Michigan State’s Mitch Rutledge qualified for the 88th U.S. Amateur Public Links. Weldon, a Parkway South graduate, led wireto-wire and captured medalist honors at the recent 2013 U.S. Amateur Public Links Qualifying at Clinton Hill Golf Club in Belleville. Weldon, who will be a junior this fall, had back-to-back 67s en route to his victory. Second to Weldon was Rutledge, a Whitfield graduate, who had rounds of 71-66 for a 137. The two best scores advanced to the national tournament. Girls Four State Missouri is back on top after winning the 2013 Junior Four State Championship Cup. Missouri has won 12 titles since the inception of this event in 1969. The two-day tournament was held at the Manhattan Country Club in Manhattan, Kan. The Missouri girls shot a team total of 614 — a whopping 38 shots ahead of defending champion Iowa. Jordan Chael of Overland Park, Kan., was the medalist with a score of 150. She bested St. Louis’ Brooke Cusumano by a stroke. Amanda Kim, of Fort Zumwalt South, was third for Missouri with a 153. PGA Championship Local PGA professionals J.C. Anderson and Bob Gaus have qualified for the 95th PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, N.Y. The PGA Championship will be played Aug. 8 to 11.

Junior Amateur Championship winners Elizabeth Leath and Chris Ferris

Anderson, representing Mid-Rivers Golf Complex in St. Peters; and Gaus, representing Tower Tee Golf Center in St. Louis, finished in the top 20 at the 46th PGA Professional National Championship in Sunriver, Ore. Missouri Amateur Joey Johnson, a sophomore-to-be at Missouri State University, is new Missouri state amateur golf champion. Johnson faced Ryan Zech, a junior at the University of Missouri, and made four birdies over 30 holes in the championship match to win 7 & 6 at Blue Hills Country Club in Kansas City. Junior Golf Elizabeth Leath and Chris Ferris captured their respective girls and boys 14th Junior Amateur Championship titles recently at Quail Creek Golf Club in the tourney put on by the Metropolitan Amateur Golf Association. Ferris has been a regular participant in many men’s MAGA events the last two years. He had rounds of 76-74 to edge out Joe Williams by 3 shots. Leath captured the Barbara A. Berkmeyer Trophy with her rounds of 84-79. Elise McDonough finished as the runner-up after rounds of 87-85. East Side Amateur Bob Hanneken won the 10th East Side Amateur in a playoff with Eli Grant. The two would complete 34 holes at 1-under par. Slow Play The normally staid and proper United States Golf Association has turned to the late Rodney Dangerfield (of all people) for the title of its new program designed to combat slow play among recreational golfers. The campaign goes by “While We’re Young,” the line uttered by Dangerfield in the

East Side Amateur winner Bob Hanneken

iconic 1980 movie, Caddyshack, as he watched Ted Knight take forever to hit off the tee. Speaking at Merion Golf Club on the eve of the U.S. Open, USGA president Glen Nager called the slow pace of play “one of the most significant threats to the health of the game.” He identified the problems as design of the golf course, course setup and a player’s course management and behavior. Bill Wallis Charitable Foundation The foundation celebrated its 12th Annual Classic tournament recently at the Country Club of St. Albans. To date, the foundation has awarded $143,000 to 55 deserving students. JDRF The JDRF 15th annual Tee Up to Cure Diabetes was held recently at the Boone Valley Golf Club, with PGA golf pro Jay Williamson on-hand for tips during the day. “Proceeds from this event will help us fund research that will deliver life-enhancing therapies and ultimately, a cure for type 1 diabetes,” says football Hall-of-Famer Jackie Smith, the Tee Up to Cure Diabetes honorary chair. Tournaments The St. Louis chapter of CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women) will hold its annual golf outing on July 30 at Norwood Hills Country Club. The shotgun start begins at 10:30 a.m. The cost is $760 for foursomes and $200 for individual players. Proceeds from the tournament benefit the advancement of women in the industry. For information, visit crewstl.org/events. That’s it for this month. If you have any news about your club champion or a tournament, let me know at wlmayes13@att.net. Until next month, keep the ball in the fairway.

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DIV ER SIONS

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unreliable, secondhand gossip from around the world* TAYLOR SWIFT

The pop star’s fans are leaping to her defense after a Los Angeles T-shirt company came out with a tank top mocking Taylor’s public and to date unhappy love life. The shirt simply lists the last names of Swift’s exes in chronological order down the front starting with Jonas and ending with Stiles. And if you think that’s offensive, just wait. Next year’s garment is a maxi dress. You know… ‘cause there will be so many more names…

SHARKNADO Well the Syfy channel has done it again. Apparently they have exhausted the supply of genetically modified/ nuclear irradiated beasts to pit against each other and have decided to bring weather into the mix. The fledgling effort, Sharknado (self-explanatory) is taking the country by storm, pun intended. The cable channel aired the film to an unexpectedly large audience and plans on multiple encore performances. So if you’re a stoned, unemployed college kid living in your parents’ basement, you have Piranhacane and Octoquake to look forward to!

KHLOE KARDASHIAN As sister Kim is feathering her nest for little baby North and basking in maternal bliss, sister Khloe is feeling a little less chipper. Reports have been circulating for weeks that Khloe’s doting husband Lamar Odom has been quite the philanderer in their marriage, a rumor that seems to have been verified when Odom’s mistress of a year went public last week. Wow. A starting NBA player cheats on his reality TV star wife, a woman he married after knowing just over a month? I did not see that coming.

JUSTIN BIEBER

August Movie Preview

DON’T WANT TO RAISE THE BAR TOO MUCH after the abysmal cinematic summer we’ve had, but things do seem to be looking up. Here’s what’s coming in August:

August 2 2 Guns The interesting thing about this movie is that I have heard absolutely nothing about it. Every once in awhile, that can be a very good thing. Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg star as two competing undercover drug operatives forced to go on the run after a deal goes bad. The hook: Neither knows the other one is a good guy. That cast and that plot make it a must-see. August 9 Elysium In a future world, the 1 percent has taken it to the extreme, inhabiting another planet free of crime, poverty and sickness. Meanwhile, back on earth, the wretched refuse toil without hope, until one man (Matt Damon) decides to defy the system. The film also stars Jodie Foster.

The spiraling pop star posted a new picture on Instagram last week, his latest tattoo. The Biebs apparently got his mother’s “all-seeing” eye inked on his left inside forearm. The idea behind the body art being that Justin’s mother will watch over him and keep him out of danger and trouble. Hmmm. I’m not sure it’s working…

We’re the Millers In this road-trip comedy, a low-level pot dealer gets in over his head and is forced to become a very creative smuggler. He recruits sketchy friends and questionable neighbors to pose as his family for an RV jaunt into Mexico ‘for vacation.’ Jason Sudeikis is in the driver’s seat in what could be a career-launching role.

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August 16 The Butler The Oscar buzz starts early this year. Here,

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

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Debbie Baldwin

TANGENTIAL THINKER

Forest Whitaker plays the man who served as the gentleman’s gentleman for eight presidents in The White House, and gives his unique insight on the sweeping social change that took place over his 30-year stint. Paranoia Liam Hemsworth is angling to join brother Chris on the Hollywood A-list. In this compelling thriller, he plays a young blue-collar telecom worker blackmailed by a ruthless CEO (Gary Oldman) into spying on a rival company. The film also stars Harrison Ford. August 23 The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones If you aren’t familiar with these six fantasyfiction novels, odds are, you don’t have a teenage girl living at home. In the first installment, a seemingly ordinary Manhattan teen (Lily Collins) discovers she is a descendant of a long line of Shadow Hunters, mystical demon fighters. To save her mother, she must band with them to battle the various forces of evil that threaten mankind. Don’t laugh, I smell Hunger Games money. August 30 Getaway Ethan Hawke plays a race car driver who commandeers a custom Mustang and races against time at the whim of a madman in order to save his kidnapped wife. Oh, and don’t get your hopes up—it’s not a remake of the Steve McQueen classic. So, if it rains Labor Day…

REVIEWS MOVIE REVIEW

THEATER REVIEW

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Little Shop of Horrors

CRIMSON TIDE RATING: 6 out of 10 BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

ELL, THE SUMMER plods on with one exploding disappointment after the next. I must admit I was hopeful for a reprieve. If we had any chance, it was this sequel to the surprisingly refreshing RED. With a cast you dream about, there really was very little Hollywood could do to mess this up. The plot is as you would expect: Retired (and extremely dangerous) operative Frank Moses (Bruce Willis) is enjoying a quiet life with his lady love Sarah (Mary Louise Parker) when they are rudely interrupted by Frank’s old colleague, Marvin (John Malkovich), who informs them they are once again in danger. They have been implicated in an old nuclear scandal from the ’70s revolving around a weapon of mass destruction that may or may not be back in play. They recruit their old friend, Victoria (Helen Mirren), and a contract killer named Han (Byung-hun Lee) in their quest to save the world. On the bright side, the movie is funny and very entertaining. So check your brain at the door and sit back and enjoy. It pales in comparison to the first installment, but it isn’t a complete waste. You can bet RED3 already is in the works. It’s a 6.

NEW ON DVD SUMMER RENTAL

F THE THEATER SELECTIONS SEEM GRIM, DON’T LOSE hope. There are some colorful options available to watch from the comfort of your own home.

The Place Beyond the Pines This compelling film disappeared from theaters before word really got out. Ryan Gosling plays a motorcycle daredevil desperate to support his family, and his questionable choices lead to brutal consequences.

BY MARK BRETZ

THE STORY Business is not exactly booming—much less blooming—at Mushnik’s Florist Shop on Skid Row. It’s so bad that Mr. Mushnik informs his two employees, Seymour and Audrey, that’s he’s going to close it down. It just so happens, though, that Seymour, whose life revolves around his job and his silent love for Audrey, has found an exotic plant. He puts it in the storeroom window and, voila! A customer comes in and orders some roses. Suddenly, business picks up, as does Audrey II, the plant so named by Seymour, when Seymour accidentally pricks himself on a thorn and the plant sees blood. As Seymour continues to feed the bloodthirsty Audrey II, the plant grows larger and increasingly insatiable. Prodded by Audrey II, Seymour goes after bigger ‘meals’ for the plant. Nothing good can come of this, right?

HIGHLIGHTS Based on a 1960 cult classic ‘B’ movie by Roger Corman, Little Shop of Horrors premiered off-Broadway in 1982 and ran for five years and more than 2,200 performances. Its early-rock score by lyricist Howard Ashman and composer Alan Menken, and Ashman’s whimsical book, make the show a perennial favorite. Director Justin Been adds a few new wrinkles to the entertaining musical in Stray Dog’s presentation. Under Been’s dutiful direction, this Little Shop of Horrors is a show of bountiful musical treats.

MUSICAL: Little Shop of Horrors COMPANY: Stray Dog Theatre VENUE: Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee Ave. DATES: July 26, 27, Aug. 1, 2, 3 TICKETS: $18-$20; 865-1995 or StrayDog Theatre.org RATING: A 4.5 on a scale of 1-to-5.

Ben Watts is entertaining as the knebbish Seymour, projecting both the character’s innocence as well as his vulnerability. He is suitably complemented by Lindsey Jones as the simple-minded Audrey. Audrey II’s booming bass voice, a key ingredient to the story, is provided by Jeremy Sims to great effect, particularly on the amusing piece, Feed Me (Git It). The over-sized plant is masterfully handled by Dan Jones and arrayed in all its garish splendor by Michelle Sauer. Little Shop of Horrors doesn’t pretend to be anything more than it is, namely a nifty little homage to cheesy horror flicks and simple pop tunes of a bygone era. More theater reviews can be found on laduenews.com.

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This excellent Jackie Robinson biopic is an extremely powerful and well-acted film. The film explores Robinson’s struggles on and off the field and the efforts of Dodgers’ GM Branch Rickey to integrate Major League Baseball. Identity Thief A disappointment in theaters, this cat-and-mouse comedy might be just the thing for a rainy night at home. While I wouldn’t describe the plot as original or a laugh riot, likeable stars Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarthy make the most of the material. Side Effects In case it slipped under your radar, this is a very smart, entertaining thriller. Rooney Mara stars as an unstable woman who murders her husband and blames her experimental depression medication.

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DIV ER SIONS

WINE LIFE

Summer in the LOIRE VALLEY

ITH THE WARMER WEATHER, we tend to eat lighter fare and fresher foods, while drinking lighter wines we can savor. I especially welcome seafood to the table — grilled fish, shrimp, mussels, oysters, scallops — which always leads me to yearn for a wine from the Loire Valley of France. The Loire is the valley of castles by the sea, a place with beautiful rivers, rich forestry and where the purest French is spoken. It is an exciting culinary region and a vast wine region, which often can be difficult to understand because of its wines’ great diversity. Loire is the third-largest wine region in France located along the 620-mile Loire River, the longest river in France. The terrain/soils and climate change over this vast area to produce many wines: from sparkling and white to rosés and reds. Being a cooler climate, it is known for its crisp whites with high acidity, like Sancerre (sauvignon blanc). There are four main regions in Loire: Nantis, Anjou-Saumur, Touraine and Central Vineyards. Nantis Appellation D’origine Contrôlée (AOC) With maritime influence from the coast, Nantis makes dry white wines, which pair beautifully with shellfish. A wine-making region since the Roman era, it continues to produce muscadet (aka Melon de Bourgogne), which is popular world-wide. This is a white-wine-only region. The best of the four muscadet-producing AOC in the Loire Valley is known as Muscadet Sevre et Maine. Muscadet ‘Sur Lie’ (on the Lees) may be designated on the label, indicating a more complex muscadet. The wine is left in the barrel all winter, developing aromas and character to a wine that usually lacks complexity. Muscadet and raw oysters are a classic combination.

Anjou-Saumur AOC Moving inland farther east, there is a slight change in climate and soils that vary from schist to tufa. The grapes are: white—chenin blanc, sauvignon blanc and chardonnay; and red—cabernet franc, malbec (cot) and grolleau (groslot). One of the better-known wines, Savennières, is from chenin blanc and truly is age-worthy and becomes very complex – a musttry for wine enthusiasts. Savennières is excellent with a wide range of fresh and smoked fish, as well as with white meats. While Saumur does some notable sparkling wines, Anjou makes petillant (gently sparkling) made from 80 percent chenin blanc, and 20 percent chardonnay and sauvignon blanc. Anjou also is a producer of rosé made with a blend of red grapes from the region. Dessert-style wine, botrytis-affected chenin blanc, such as bonnezeaux, is well-represented in the Anjou-Saumur region. Botrytis is a process in which grapes are left on the vine past normal harvest time, resulting in fruit with high sugar content. Bonnezeaux and a classic pear tarte tartin make for a perfect summer dessert pairing. Touraine AOC Touraine is in the middle of the Loire Valley and shares the same grapes as Anjou-Saumur but with an additional few, such as arbois, pinot noir and pineau d’aunis. The standout wines from this region are Vouvray AOC. Vouvray is chenin blanc and vice-versa—they are synonymous with each other. Vouvray is interesting because it make wines from dry and semi-dry to semisweet (moelleux) and sparkling. These wines can age very well. Chinon AOC, made from cabernet franc, can be age-worthy and very tannic when young.

Central Vineyards AOC Named ‘Central’ because it is more in the center of France, Central Vineyards soils change to clay, limestone marl and chalk with high marine fossil content. The notable wines are Pouilly-Fumé AOC, great crisp sauvignon blancs, which are sometimes overshadowed by Sancerre AOC across the river (slightly richer, more complex and racy with high acidity). Central Loire also is where the finest lentils in France are grown. A summer meal of lentils with grilled salmon would be served well with a white or red from this region. Pricing for most Loire wines remain reasonable, so this summer is a great time to discover fresh and fruity muscadet, versatile chenin blanc in all its styles, and crisp, grassy sauvignon blanc. Make it a summer of seafood and bring the taste of the Loire Valley to your table. Tasting Tip: When tasting a wine, your surroundings can make all the difference. A crowded room or noise makes concentration difficult. Perfumes, cooking smells, even pets can destroy your ability to get a clear sense of a wine’s aromas. Reset your nasal passages in-between wines by smelling your own skin, which is neutral to you. Wine Recommendation: You won’t find many Loire Valley wines in grocery stores (and the wine labels can be puzzling, to boot). Head to a local wine shop for a better selection and assistance. Anjou-Saumur and Touraine produce a wide variety of wines for everyday drinking. Whether red, white or rosé, in regards to quality, there are few better wines to buy in quantity for everyday use. Love oysters? Try a muscadet. They are a real treat when paired together. Lobster fan? Dry or off-dry Vouvray pairs beautifully with the sweetmeat crustacean.

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DINING OUT

spicybits The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis is giving young diners a chance to help others in need with a new program, ‘Crafting for Kids.’ All kids 12 and younger are invited for a complimentary Sunday brunch when accompanied by their family. A special crafting area will be set up in The Restaurant to make cards and other paper handiwork with positive and inspirational messages for the kids and families staying at the Ronald McDonald House of St. Louis. The program will run every Sunday through Sept. 15. To make reservations, call 719-1433.

The Libertine in Clayton has begun ‘Sunday Suppers,’ a weekly event featuring some family favorites of chef JOSH GALLIANO and owners NICK and AUDRA LUEDDE. The $30 per person, three-course menu will be inspired by a theme or idea. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made at 862-2999, or online at libertinestl.com. Of particular note, Galliano’s famous fried chicken will be served the second Sunday of each month. The Libertine also is now offering a specialty late-night menu served until midnight every Friday and Saturday. Piccione Pastry currently is offering free delivery in July every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Delivery zones are at piccionepastry.com. Congrats to Pappy’s Smokehouse! The mid-town BBQ purveyor was featured on a recent episode of ABC’s The Chew. Looks like Frontenac Grill has closed its doors. No official word yet on the details surrounding the closure. BY MATT SORRELL

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Grassi’s Ristorante and Deli

Hidden Gem on German BY SIDNEY LEWIS

GRASSI’S RISTORANTE AND DELI IS ONE OF those little hidden gems that are fun to discover. A true neighborhood place, though not exactly located in a proper neighborhood, it’s got plenty of charm and tasty Italian delights to spare. The Grassi’s story began in 1972, when the original restaurant opened on The Hill. Two more locations followed, in West County and the CWE. Today only location No. 2, which has been at its current spot near Lindbergh Boulevard and Conway Road since 1996, remains open. Tucked away in a quiet little commercial area, it’s a bit off the beaten path but well worth looking for. Supremely casual, Grassi’s is set up for cafeteria-style service. The food choices boil down to pastas, pizzas, sandwiches and salads—and there’s plenty to choose from. With so many options, we deferred to the folks behind the counter, who recommended the Italian salad ($7 for a large) and the Vito’s House sandwich ($9) as their perennial best-sellers. They didn’t steer us wrong! The salad was a classic Hill-style mix of fresh lettuce, crunchy croutons, cheese and plenty of green olives, dressed with a tangy Italian vinaigrette. Definitely one of the best salads of this type we’ve had in quite a while. The sandwich featured plenty of juicy, tender ham and roast beef piled between slices of warm, crusty, cheesy garlic bread, courtesy of Fazio’s. Paired with an ice-cold Peroni and a side of fries ($3), these dishes made for our ideal St. Louis comfort food lineup. Of course, once we saw the pizza selections,

it was imperative that we sample a pie. Grassi’s offers several variations on either a 9- or 16-inch crust. Toppings consisted of the usual favorites: sausage, mushroom and the like. Fans of exotic, unusual or otherwise unconventional toppings should look elsewhere, as these pizzas all are about traditional flavor combos. We went with a 9-inch pie topped with pepperoni and green peppers ($8). This smaller size was perfect for sharing as an app or for one hungry diner. The cheese tasted like a mix, possibly provel and mozzarella. It had the smoothness of the former and the chewiness of the later. Whatever the breakdown, it was perfectly melted and held our toppings in place just fine. The pizza was built on a St. Louis-style thin crust crafted by Vitale’s Bakery, and it was this component that really put this dish above other similar offerings around town. All too often, we run across thin crusts that are doughy, chewy and aren’t firm enough to support the toppings, but Grassi’s was baked just right, so that the crust was firm throughout with a nice crunch around the edges. Although it’s a cafeteria, service was anything but impersonal. The folks working the serving line at Grassi’s were more than friendly, answered our plethora of questions with a smile and treated us like regulars. Even though it’s in the county, Grassi’s maintains the atmosphere of our favorite joints on The Hill, and certainly has the food to match.

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The Animal Protective Association (APA) is celebrating its 90th anniversary this summer with The APA90 Fancy Feast, a beer dinner at Scape in the CWE on Thursday, Aug. 8. The evening will begin with a pre-dinner beer reception featuring beers selected by Master Cicerone NEIL WITTE and continue on with a four-course beer-paired dinner from Scape chef ERIC KELLY. Tickets are $90 each, and can be purchased at harryandhanley.com.

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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.-5 p.m. July 28. $30. 800-932-8687 or hermannwinetrail.com.

8/14 PARTIES IN THE PARK Cosmic Cow will perform as the Parties in the Park series continues on Central Avenue in downtown Clayton. 5-8:30 p.m. Free. 726-3033 or partiesinthepark.org.

8/16 THIRD FRIDAY PARTY Watch artists turn molten glass into art, and see a sneak preview performance of Union Avenue Opera’s Die Walkure at Third Degree Glass Factory. 6-10 p.m. Free. 367-4527 or stlglass.com.

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GOOD 4 THE SOUL Contemporary soul jazz and funk four-piece band Good 4 the Soul will perform at Jazz at the Bistro. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $10$20. 289-4030 or jazzstl.org.

YOGA ROCKS THE PARK The inaugural season of Yoga Rocks the Park continues with a yoga session led by local yoga instructor Emmet Schmelig at Tower Grove Park, as well as live music by Pierce Crask and a kids yoga camp for ages 3 to 10. 9 a.m.-noon. $12-$15. yogarocksthepark.com.

YINGXUE ZUO The Kodner Gallery presents a monthlong exhibit of oil paintings and woodblock prints by Yingxue Zuo. 2-4 p.m. artist presentation. Free. 993-4477 or kodnergallery.com.

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ST. LOUIS INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FILM FESTIVAL Kids can view a variety of films at locations such as Webster University and St. Louis Public Library and participate in filmmaking camps at the library and Saint Louis Art Museum. Free films and camps, except for the animation workshop—$75. cinemastlouis.org.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Gypsy Jones — A Tribute to Janis Joplin will perform at Faust Park. 7-9 p.m. Free. chesterfieldmochamber.com.

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7/31 THE WHITAKER MUSIC FESTIVAL Delta blues musician Big George Brock will perform at Missouri Botanical Garden’s Cohen Amphitheater as part of The Whitaker Music Festival. 7:30 p.m. Free. 577-5100 or mobot.org.

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8/18 LETTERS TO GERDA: THE STORY OF A FAMILY SHATTERED BY THE HOLOCAUST Based on the book Gerda’s Story: Memoirs of a Holocaust Survivor, actor JoAn Segal will present a dramatic reading detailing a family’s journey through the Holocaust at the Holocaust Museum & Learning Center. 4 p.m. Free. Reservations required. 442-3711 or agoldfeder@jfedstl.org.

CURTAIN CALL 8/5-11 WEST SIDE STORY The Muny’s season closes with the romantic and tragic musical classic, West Side Story. 8:15 p.m. nightly. $12-$75. 534-1111 or muny.org. 8/15-8/25 TIME STANDS STILL Insight Theatre Company will perform Time Stands Still, a Tony Award-winning play following a wounded photojournalist and her husband in Brooklyn during the aftermath of the Iraq War. Various times. $25-$30. 556-1293 or insighttheatrecompany.com. THROUGH 8/18 LEGALLY BLONDE STAGES St. Louis presents the popular romantic comedy Legally Blonde at the Robert G. Reim Theatre. Various times. $41-$57. 636-530-5959 or stagesstlouis.org.

8/20 ADDRESS STRESS Learn to identify your warning signs and triggers for stress and how to manage them during a presentation hosted by Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri and St. Louis County Library at the Samuel C. Sachs Branch in Chesterfield. 7 p.m. Free. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

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JUNGLE BOOGIE CONCERT Miss Jubilee & the Humdingers will play jazz, swing and blues at Saint Louis Zoo during its Jungle Boogie Friday night concert series. 5-8 p.m. Free. 781-0900 or stlzoo.org.

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KENNY LOGGINS Legendary singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins will perform at River City Casino Event Center, along with opening act Blue Sky Riders. 8 p.m. Ages 21 and older. $45-$75. 888578-7289 or rivercity.com.

CHECK THIS OUT 7/26 OUTDOOR FILM SERIES Saint Louis Art Museum’s Outdoor Film series— featuring a romance theme this year— closes with Roman Holiday on Art Hill. The event also includes Food Truck Fest and a live performance by La’Tinos Latin Tropical Band. 7 p.m., music and festivities begin; 9 p.m., film begins. Free. 721-0072 or slam.org.

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most rewarding part, she says, is the relationships she builds with clients as she helps them through one of the most tumultuous times of their lives. “There have been times when you’ll have someone who is not currently employed, and they’ll say, I’ve always wanted to be a nurse or a doctor. I tell them, now is the time you can go back and do this. I’ve had several occasions where clients call me later and say, Thank you for encouraging me to do that because it really made a difference.” Sam Hais, who also practices at the firm and previously served as a judge, considers Susan’s empathy for her clients her greatest asset as an attorney. “Clients will come in scared or angry and filled with negative emotion; and after they go out, they have taken new heart and confidence from her ability to cut right to the issues and offer sensible solutions,” he says. Going through a divorce can be particularly difficult for male clients, Susan Hais notes. “Nobody thinks they’re really upset or troubled and concerned because they won’t necessarily be crying in your office, so no one realizes how difficult it really is for them when they can’t see their children,” she says. “People become desperate when it relates to children—money, you can work with, but custody is devastating to people.” Having practiced for more than 30 years, Hais says a mix of experience and creativity is essential to successfully achieving a client’s goals. “Not every case is cookie-cutter,” she says. “Every case comes to me with a clean slate. That’s not to say that you don’t use the experience of a lifetime that you’ve built on—I have a sense of what I can and can’t do. Based on the set of circumstances, you have a good idea of what’s going to happen in court. I tell them exactly what I think I can do.” In a field where most business comes through referrals, setting realistic expectations and following through is key, Hais notes. “I’ve even gotten referrals from the other side of cases. It’s amusing but it’s a wonderful feeling when they say, She was tough but fair. I wish I was represented by her. I represent my clients to the best extent that I can by doing the right thing.”

“Not all advisors are created equal and not all firms are created equal, so take your time and do your due diligence to select someone who’s going to be a good fit for you and your family.” Things to look for include professional designations, which show the advisor’s commitment to providing the highest quality service and advice, as well as experience and the backing of a solid company. “Especially with everything that’s gone on in the last few years, look for a company with a longstanding history, and the know-how and trust to stand behind everything they do for their clients.” When a client comes to Merrill Lynch, each advisor’s first priority is to get to know and understand that client—what is important to them, what their goals are, and what their investment personality is, Wentz says. “Our initial goal truly is to listen to clients to understand their goals and dreams, and our long-term goal is to be their partner for the long haul to make sure they accomplish those goals and dreams.” A major part of that lies in taking a holistic approach—looking at both clients’ assets and liabilities to maximize financial decisions. “It doesn’t do much good to perform well on the asset side, but have money going out the back door because they’re not making astute decisions on the liability side,” she notes. Because each client’s priorities are different—from saving for retirement to providing for children’s education or purchasing a second home—each plan is as unique and individual as the client it serves. “In the ultra-high-net-worth segment, the strategies might look different from someone else because their goals are different,” Wentz says. “Often, ultra-high-net-worth clients have a goal of keeping and maximizing what they have, so the strategies are different from someone who is in the accumulation phase of their life.” The firm employs advisors well-versed in varied segments of the market, including those ultra-high-net-worth clients with assets of more than $10 million, which is served by the Private Banking and Investment Group; affluent families with assets ranging between $250,000 and $10 million; and corporate clients, which are served through cash management, lending and retirement planning services. Beyond its commitment to clients, Merrill Lynch also invests in the communities it serves through its charitable efforts, Wentz notes. In partnership with the broader Bank of America organization, the company and its employees donated significant funds and time to St. Louisarea nonprofits in 2012. “One thing I’m proud of in the broader Bank of America organization is that we do a good job recognizing and supporting future growth opportunities,” Wentz says. “We try to support the growth and development of the community wherever we can.”

The Magic House continued from page 22 Beyond Football, The Magic House has more new tricks up its sleeve, including the Sid the Science Kid exhibit coming next year. Museum guests also can venture to the rooftop to view a self-sustaining hydroponic garden and learn where our food comes from, Jennifer Demoff adds. In addition to new exhibits, The Magic House continues to offer classic favorites, from the Bubble Room and Children’s Village to the three-story Jack and the Beanstalk Climber. The Magic House is a St. Louis gem, Jennifer Demoff notes. “It is such an amazing place… I’ve never been anywhere like it. It has grown up with our city and provided unique memories for families. And being involved in its gala helps kids in St. Louis with the fewest resources with their health and education.”

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Fred E. Miller Over 20 years of providing quality commercial & residential gardening services. Complete garden design, planting, and maintenance. We offer environmentally safe, organic gardening methods that peacefully coexist with Mother Nature. Fully insured. Call (314)961-6380 www.floraandfaunaltd.com

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LOT FOR SALE 12531 Ridgefield Dr in Des Peres Beautiful Corner Lot Ready for Your Dream Home. Quick Access to Shopping, Schools and I270. 110' X 151' Paul 314-775-7263 For Sale By Owner

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

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 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

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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

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 15 Years Experience Complete Houses & Chimney Rebuild & Repair ï Tuckpointing Bricklaying ï Spot Tuckpointing Concrete Sidewalk & Patios Stone Work ï Waterproofing Brick Patios ï Expansion Joint Caulking Commercial Building Restoration GUARANTEED COLOR MATCH 314-799-5660 drmasonryco@yahoo.com

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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

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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

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B.S. Horticulture Board Certified Master Arborist Fertilization, Trimming, Pruning, & Spraying

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GILLS TREE SERVICE Complete Tree Service for Residential & Commercial Tree Removal, Brush Removal, Pruning, Plant Healthcare, Deadwooding, Deep Root Fertilization, Stump Grinding, Cabling & Storm Cleanup Over 40 Years Experience For a free estimate call 314-426-2911 or e-mail us at info@buntonmeyerstl.com

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(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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