September 13, 2024

THERYANTRADITION

Meticulously renovatedin2010,this4-bedroom,8-bathroom Tudorestateisanarchitecturalmasterpiecethatseamlessly blendshistoricelegancewithmodern luxury. Gothicstained glass,hand-hewnbeams,andintricatestoneworkevoke a richsenseofhistorythroughout.Nestledon1.62acresinone ofthearea’s mostprestigiouscommunities,thisproperty featuresa40x20saltwaterpool,firepit,andsportcourt, offering a tranquiloasisandarare opportunitytoown a piece ofLadue’s finest realestate.

$3,895,000

Thisstunning,5-bedroom,6-bathroomhouseisa truemasterpieceofmodernarchitecture.Builtin 2022,thecontemporaryresidenceisequippedwith voice-command,full-homeautomation,powered slidingdoorsandanelevatortoalllevels.Withmore than6,000squarefeetoflivingspaceincludinga 1,700-square-footfinishedlowerlevel,thishome offersamplespaceforcomfortableliving.

$2,750,000

“With59yearsofexperienceandover1billiondollarsinsalessince1992,noonecanmatchourexperienceintheSt.Louis luxurymarket.Wewouldlookforwardtotheopportunitytoworkwithyouwhetheryouarebuyingorsellingyourhome.”

The Gatesworth’s beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces provide a serene and welcoming environment for our residents to relax and enjoy nature. Learn more about how the community engages with residents to create these beautiful spaces on p. 10.

Easterseals Midwest is the largest organization helping those affected by autism and other developmental disabilities in Missouri. Learn more about the organization and its upcoming Festival on p. 39.

Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

Photo by Gregg Goldman Photography

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Cranewasthere.Forgenerations,wehave stoodatthesideofremarkablepeoplewith vision.Wehaveapplaudedthem,cheered themonandcarriedtheirworriessothey cancontinuetodogreatthings.

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Turning the calendar over to September and bidding adieu to summer is always bittersweet –but this edition of LN is packed with the sweet stuff.

Last year, LN expanded our annual fall State of the Arts feature into a full special edition, and this year we maintained the new tradition with several profiles and previews of metro artists, organizations and events bringing the local arts scene to life. Start perusing some of St. Louis’ most exciting dance, music, theater and visual arts heroes and happenings on p. 57.

While you’re adding events to your autumn calendar, make sure to check out contributing writer Megan Rubenstein’s ultimate Oktoberfest guide on p. 74. From mid-September to late October, various Missouri and Illinois locales will be offering their best in brews, food and music, so you’re sure to find one (or two) that strikes your fancy. And, after carb loading on Bavarian pretzels, turn to p. 76 for two local experts’ advice for training for this year’s upcoming turkey trots and fun runs.

Happy reading,

Ashley Klein, Managing Editor

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Sababa Jewish Arts & Culture Festival returns Sept. 29. The biannual event celebrates Jewish art, music, food and heritage. “This year, the entertainment is all new, and so is the food,” says Rabbi Brad Horwitz. Learn what to expect at laduenews.com.

11925 SANTINOCOURT

Contemporaryelegancebestdescribesthis3-year-oldgemsittinginaprivatenewconstructionsubdivisioninthe heartofCreveCoeur.Adifferentbuilderrecentlypurchasedtheremaininglotsinthesubdivisionandplansto installfencingandlandscapingandfinishthesubdivisionwitheleganthomes.10'ceilings,dazzlinglightfixtures, andwoodfloorscomplementthehome.GourmetKitchen:Thehome'sheartrevolvesarounda10-ft-longcenterisland. Witha6-burnergascooktopanddoubleovens,itisachef'sdream.Theopenconceptflowsfromthekittothevaulted greatroom&densharingagasfireplace.PrimaryBedroomSuite:offersprivacyw/2walk-inclosets,soakingtub, doublebowlvanity,andseparateshower.MultigenerationalLiving:Thelowerlevelisthoughtfullydesignedfeaturinga fullkitchen,acozylivingareawithafireplace,2additionalbedroomsandbathroomsplusseparatelaundryfacilities.

UpstairsRetreat:2bedroomswithawalk-inclosetandafullbathroom.Thereisamainfloorlaundryanda3-cargarage. Thisisaverygoodvalueforanewerhomeinthisarea!

A WelcomingEnvironment

ByMaggiePeters >PhotosbyGreggGoldmanPhotography MaggieP >Pho osb eggGoldmanPho

Fromexceptionalfoodtooutstandingamenities,there arecountlesswaysinwhichTheGatesworthexcelsasan independentlivingcommunity.However,onethatresidentscan’t praiseenough–includinglistingitasthereasonmanychoseto move–isthesprawlingandimmersivecourtyardsandgardens.

“Theconceptforthegardensstartedwiththeownersand theirvisiontoprovidesomethingthatwasaprivate,beautifullandscape gardenthathadvariety,”explainsChrisLeonard,vicepresidentofoperations. “Theywantedtocreateanunparalleledenvironmentthattheresidents couldreallytakeownershipinandthat’scontinuedtothisday.Youdidn’t seeanythinglikethatwhenitwasbuiltandstilldon’tseebeingbuilttoday. There’ssomuchattentiontodetailthathasgoneintoit.”

LeonardaddsthatTheGatesworth’smaintenancestaffandagrounds managerworkdailytokeepthecourtyardsandlakeslookingfresh,buton topofthat,residentsthemselvesareeagertoplayapartincontributingto thebeautyoftheircommunity.

“Wegivethemalotofautonomyoverthegreenhouseandoutdoor spaces,”hesays.“Wemanicurearoundthegardensandkeepthemmanaged butresidentsgettoengageandreallyenjoyit.Theytreatitlikeit’stheir ownhouseandthat’sspecialbecauseitaddstothatfamilyatmosphere thatwereallyencourage.”

ResidentBerkeleyGuntherhasmanagedthegreenhouseat TheGatesworthsinceshemovedtothecommunitysevenyearsago, allowinghertocontinueexpressingherpassionforgardening.

“Thegreenhouseisaverypeaceful,pleasantplace,”shesays.“Residents cancomeandpottheirplantsorrepottheirplants;theycanleaveplantsif theygoonvacation,andI’lltakecareofthem;ifpeoplehavequestionsabout theirplants,IcanhelpasbestIcan.It’salotoffun.”

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ForGunther,anotherhighlightofTheGatesworth’s expansivegroundsishowmuchshegetstolearn aboutplantseveryday,delightinginthewidevariety ofspeciesoftrees,shrubsandflowersthatcanbe foundthroughout.Inaddition,TheGatesworthalso boastsanabundanceofmaturetreesandshaded walkingpathsthatnewercommunitiesmightnotbeabletoprovide.

“It’saliteralbreathoffreshair,andit’sveryimportantfortheresidents,” Leonardsays.“You’llseepeoplewalkingallyearround.Ithasmorethan amileandahalfofwalkingpathsthatarewelldesignedforaseniorwith benchesthroughoutforpeoplewhoneedabreak.Itfeelsveryprivate andquiet.”

Additionally,TheGatesworth’sgroundsincludealargeputtinggreen, lakesidepavilionforpersonalgatheringsorcommunityeventsandapair ofresident-managedflowerbeds.

“Oneisadaylilybedandtheotherismyfavorite–apollinatorbed,” Gunthersays.“We’reconservationiststhatwanttoattractbeesandbutterflies. It’sverysuccessful,andresidentslovelookingatitandlearningfromit.”

ResidentsalsogetasayinwhatplantsTheGatesworthacquiresfor seasonalplantingandenjoywatchingtheirsuggestionscometolife.The resultisabeautifulspacethattrulyfeelslikehome.

“Asagardener,youcouldseewhyTheGatesworthwasatthetopofmy list,”Guntherconcludes.“I’dlivedinahighrisebefore,andIthoughtIhave togetsomewherewhereIcangetmyfeetonthegroundandpullaweedif Ifeellikeit.TheGatesworthislikelivinginabotanicalgarden.”

TheGatesworth,OneMcKnightPlace,314-993-0111,thegatesworth.com

Period Preparedness

By Dr. Krissy Waterbury

Tween years are tough for kids navigating changing friendships, bodies and hormones. For girls, an added stressor is the uncertainty of when they may have their first period. Periods are often stigmatized and remain a taboo topic, so I encourage parents to have open conversations with their daughters to help break the stigma.

Although the age range for a girl’s first period can vary widely, it’s most common between 12 and 13 years old. Unfortunately, there are often few warning signs, and it may occur when your child is away from home.

Girls need to be prepared and keep a period bag on hand. Period bags are small kits or packs that contain anything you might need for a surprise period when you are on the go. These can be kept in their school bag, their gym bag or their locker at school. These bags should be large enough to hold everything you need but small enough to be discreet.

Each person may prefer different things in their kits, but a basic pack should include:

„ Sanitary pads or tampons

„ Cleansing wipes

„ Hand sanitizer

„ Spare underwear

„ Plastic baggies for soiled clothing

As your child becomes more comfortable with her cycle, other items that may be helpful include period underwear, menstrual cups and overthe-counter pain relievers. For someone with a particularly heavy cycle, having a change of pants can be helpful as well.

This can be a daunting subject to tackle for both you and your tween. Making a period bag together can be a great way to break the ice and start a discussion.

If you want further reading, there are many excellent books that address the topic including:

„ “The Care & Keeping of You” by American Girl

„ “Vaginas and Periods 101” by Christian Hoeger & Kristen Lilla

„ “Celebrate Your Body (and Its Changes, Too!): The Ultimate Puberty Book for Girls” by Sonya Renee Taylor

This is an exciting time in a tween’s life, despite the anxieties that come with it. Having the supplies they need on hand can help alleviate stress and empower them to tackle their periods wherever they pop up!

Dr. Krissy Waterbury is an OB/GYN at Mercy South. For more information, visit mercy.net/laduenews.

Are Buyers Paying Commission

Arebuyerspayingcommission? Wehavefoundthatsellersare continuingtopaytheirlistingagentaswellasofferingcompensation forthebuyer’sagent.Theyfearthenegativeimpactontheirproperty wouldbefarmoresignificantthanthe2-3%offeredtothebuyer’sagent. Sellersunderstandthebigpictureandtheywillbebuyersthemselves oncetheyselltheirhome.

Doesabuyerpayalittlemoreforahomewhen100%ofthecommission isrecordedasasellerexpense? Possiblyandthatishowithasbeen doneforover70years.Structuringahomepurchasethiswayallows thecommissiontobebuiltintothebuyer’sfinancing.Buyerstypically don’thavethe “Cash” topaytheiragentasalltheirfundsareallocated tothedownpayment,moving,closingcostsandplannedimprovements. Addinganother2-3%totheirbudgetisnotfeasible,especiallysince lenderswon’tincludethiscostinthemortgage.

Whatifasellerdoesnotoffercompensationforthebuyer’sagent? Willthebuyerpayanadditional2-3%ontopofthecurrentmarketvalue ofahome?Notlikely.Thecurrentmarketvalueisbasedoncomparable saleswithin1mileandallofthoseincludecommissionbeingpaidby thesellersono,itisnotreasonabletothinkabuyerwillstartpaying 2-3%more.Itismorelikelythatthebuyerwillofferlessfortheproperty inordertocoverthecostfortheiragent.

Withallofthesecalculationsat2-3%,suchasmallpercentageprice makesithardtoquantifywhetherthebuyerispayingmoreortheseller isgettingless.It’sjustnotthenumberthatmovestheneedlesignificantly ineitherdirection.

Ifyouarereadytobuyorsellandwant professionalguidanceonhowtonavigate thecurrentmarket,contactustoday!

Protecting Birds of Prey

By Charlotte Renner

On July 11, a bald eagle arrived at the World Bird Sanctuary with severe trauma to its beak and left wing –injuries consistent with gunshot wounds. Sadly, this eagle is just one of six raptors currently being treated for gunshot injuries at the sanctuary.

According to executive director and CFO Roger Holloway, gun violence is only one of the many challenges facing these vital keepers of the balance in Missouri’s ecosystem. “Being an apex predator, they are essential for the natural control of pest species such as rodents and insects, which cause major damage to food supplies and property annually,” Holloway says. Here, Holloway tells us more about these important predators, how the World Bird Sanctuary is protecting them and how Missourians can help.

WHY ARE BIRDS OF PREY BEING TARGETED BY SHOOTERS?

While six raptors [injured by shooters] is six too many, the number pales in comparison to those injured by collisions with human-made structures. Most shooters target birds of prey out of ignorance or recklessness. I’ve spoken to people who don’t want Cooper’s hawks near their bird feeders, and some have taken shots at them. Others worry about their small pets when they spot a red-tailed hawk in the neighborhood and feel entitled to eliminate what they perceive as a threat. However, it’s important to note that raptors, along with all migratory birds, are protected by federal and state laws. It’s illegal to harm and harass them or disturb their nests.

WHAT DOES THE TREATMENT PROCESS LOOK LIKE ONCE RAPTORS FIND THEMSELVES AT THE WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY?

If a bird is visibly stressed, we place it in a quiet, dark holding area to help it calm down or warm up if it’s cold. Next, we conduct a full examination to assess its overall health and check for parasites. Based on this, we create a

treatment plan that often includes a nutritious diet, hydration, antibiotics and pain relief. As the bird heals, we gradually move it to outdoor flight chambers to help it regain its strength. Some birds may require physical therapy, with the ultimate goal being their release back into the wild. Recovery times vary – from a few weeks for minor injuries to several months for more serious cases. We once cared for a bird that had lost all its feathers after perching on an active methane flare. In that instance, we treated its burns and waited more than a year for its feathers to regrow before it could be released.

WHAT CAN PEOPLE IN MISSOURI DO TO PROTECT RAPTORS AND AID WORLD BIRD SANCTUARY’S MISSION?

Don’t use rodent poisons. Although some poisons are marketed as non-secondary, rodents carry and eat more poison than they can digest. We see poisoned raptors fairly regularly in our hospital. Recycle and reduce trash. Consume fewer things that use single-use packaging [to reduce] landfill space and [provide] more habitat for wildlife. Volunteer with us at World Bird Sanctuary. There are many ways to connect to our mission and we can’t do it all without volunteer involvement! Donate by joining our Rescuer’s Giving Club at worldbirdsanctuary.org. We receive no government funding to do the work we do, so donations are tremendously helpful!

World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road, Valley Park, Missouri, 616-225-4390, worldbirdsanctuary.org

Did you know?

thirty years ago, the bald eagle, American barn owl and peregrine falcon were endangered species. today, they are back to healthy population levels and nest successfully in missouri, thanks to managed breeding work done by organizations like the World bird Sanctuary.

thirteen species of raptors live in and around the St. Louis area: the red-tailed hawk, broad-winged hawk, sharp-skinned hawk, red-shouldered hawk, Cooper’s hawk, bald eagle, peregrine falcon, American kestrel, mississippi kite, great horned owl, barred owl, barn owl and eastern screech owl.

many peregrine falcons live in downtown St. Louis, making their home atop tall buildings and on the mississippi river bridge. “they survive by eating pigeons as peregrines are bird-eating birds of prey,” Holloway says.

photo courtesy of World bird Sanctuary

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PersonalizedCare for your BestSelf

ByMaggiePeters >PhotocourtesyofPaulRottler,MD

Ifyou'relookingtonotonlylookyourbestbut alsofeelyourbest,Dr.AngelaHulseyisthe experttoturnto.AlongsideDr.PaulRottler andtheirtalentedteam,Hulseyisdedicated toprioritizingeachpatient'suniqueneedsby offeringabroadrangeofaestheticsurgicaland medicalspaprocedures.

“AnyprocedureIoffernotonlyprovides anaestheticallypleasingoutcome,butalso positivelyimpactsself-confidence,”Hulseysays. “Therenderedbenefitsarebestperceivedby eachpatient.ThisissomethingItakethetime tosortoutduringeachconsultation.”

ASt.Louisnative,Hulseyearnedherdegree inBiologicalSciencefromtheUniversityof Missouri,whereshealsocompletedmedical schoolandherresidencyinPlasticand ReconstructiveSurgery.Sheemphasizesthe importanceofunderstandingherpatients' perspectivesandneeds,offeringhonest recommendationsandpersonalizedcareplans. Asawomaninthefieldofplasticsurgery,Hulsey believessheconnectswithherpatientsona deeperlevel.

“Iunderstandwheremypatientsarecoming fromonapersonallevel,”shesays.“Iendeavorto furtherdistinguishmyselffromothersurgeonsin myholistic,whole-bodyapproach.Forexample, alymphaticmassageafteranabdominoplasty significantlyenhancespost-operativerecovery.”

Hulseyoffersavarietyofprocedures includingfaceandnecklifts,upperandlower blepharoplasties,breastaugmentation,breast reduction,abdominoplasty,liposuction,and cellulitereduction,amongothers.Oneofthe standoutservicesistheuseoftheAvelidevice, whichoffersapermanentsolutionforcellulite onthebuttocksandthighs—aconcernthat affectsupto90%ofwomen."We'reoneofonly

twoofficesintheareaofferingthisservice," Hulseynotes.

Injectableservices,facialfatgrafting, pro-fractionallaserresurfacing,andMedSpa treatmentssuchasfillers,laserhairremoval, andhydro-facialsarealsoavailable.“Mygoal istohelppatientsfeeltheirbestintheirown skin,”shesays.“Procedureslikeblepharoplasties canbrightenatiredeyeappearance,while liposuctioncantargetthosestubbornareas liketheabdomenandhips,givingamore contouredlook.”

WhatsetsDr.Hulseyapartisherholistic, patient-centeredapproach.“Iwantmypatients tofeelheard,”shesays.“Weareasmallprivate practice,soeachpatientisknowntothestaff, andthere’sacontinuityofcareyoudon’toften seeelsewhere.Ournursesintheclinicare presentonthedayofsurgeryinourSeven OaksSurgeryCenternextdoor,providinga familiarandcomfortingpresencethroughout theprocess.”

Inadditiontotheirongoingservices,the officeofPaulRottler,MD,isofferingseveral promotions.AfallopenhouseonOct.15will featurespecialsonMedSpaserviceslikelaser treatments,fillers,andBotox.Insupportof BreastCancerAwarenessMonth,theMercy MobileMammographyVanwillbeon-siteon Oct.31from9a.m.to4p.m.forbreastcancer screenings.Thoseinterestedcancall314-251-6300 (option0)toscheduleanappointment.

Dr.Hulseyconcludes,“AtPaulRottler,MD, westrivetoprovidethehighestlevelofcare andexpertisebecauseeachpatientisunique anddeservestobetreatedthatway.”

Dr.AngelaHulseyattheofficeofPaulRottler,MD, FACS,314-966-8880,dr-rottler.com

Superbhospitality.Exceptionalamenities.Vibrantpersonalities.

ClarendaleClaytonhasitallinauniquelocationunlike anythingyou’dexpectfromtypicalseniorlivingoptions.

Urbanexcitementlivesoneveryfloorofourhigh-risebuilding, allthewayuptothepenthouseandprivateapartment balconieswithviewsofthecity,gourmetrestaurantdining, modernwellnessprogramming,socialgatherings,and everythingyouneedtolivewitheaseandenjoyment.

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Exploring inStyle

By MaggiePeters

Luxuryexpeditioncruisingisanemergingmarketandispositively booming.Butwhatisitandwhyhasitgainedsuchpopularity?

LNsatdownwithJulieJones,ownerofTopFlightTravels,tolearn allaboutthisexcitingtrend.

W ha t doesluxury e xpeditioncruisingentail?

Asthenamesuggests,luxuryexpeditioncruisesallowyoutosail aroundtheworldtoremoteandadventurousdestinationssuchas Antarctica,theArctic,theGalapagosIslands,SouthPacificandAfrica withoutsacrificingluxury.Manydestinationsarebestseenorcanonly beseenfromthesea.Forexample,theSeaofCortezisnature’saquarium withitsrichwatersthataretheprimaryfeeding,breedingandnursing groundsforaplethoraoffishspeciesandwhalesandits900islandsthat actasnestingsitesforthousandsofseabirds.

Thenewstate-of-the-artshipsbuiltspecificallyforexpeditionsarealso equippedwith5-starluxuryforyourtimeaboardtheship.Youwillfind luxurysuiteswithbutlerservice,outstandingcuisinesourcedfromthe regionyouarevisiting,whenpossible,expeditionleaderswhoguideyou throughregionswhilesharingtheirexpertknowledgewithyou,andhighlevelserviceandexperiencesyouwouldexpectata5-starresort.Forsome clients,theshipprovidesaplaceofcomfortwhilevisitingsomeout-of-theway,adventurousregionsoftheworld.

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Why do youthink e xpeditioncruisinghasgro wnsopopular?

Expeditioncruisingappealstoanactivetravelerwholovestohike, kayakandsnorkelbutbeingayoung,activepersonisn’tarequirement. IfyoucanclimbafewstairsandgetintoaZodiac,youcansharethe sameexperiencesasthemoreactivetraveler.Consequently,expedition cruisinghasbecomereallypopularwithfamiliesofdifferentgenerations travelingtogether.

W ha t have been your e xperienceswith e xpeditioncruising?

MymostrecentexpeditionwastoAntarcticaaboardtheSilver Endeavor.Theexperiencefarexceededmyexpectations.Weflewto SantiagoandstayedattheRitzCarlton.Atthatpoint,Silverseatookcare ofeverythingweneededorwanted.WeflewacharterflighttoPunta ArenaswhichisalovelycityinChilénearthebottomofSouthAmerica. Fromthere,weflewtoAntarcticatoboardourship.Withonly200 passengersonboard,webecamefastfriendswithmanyguestsandthe expeditionleaderswhohailedfromallovertheworld.

InOctober,IamcrossingthroughthePanamaCanalandexploring PanamaandColumbiawithLindbladExpeditions.Wewillhikelush rainforests,exploresecludedinletsbyZodiacandkayakandgetimmersed inthelocalcultureofindigenouscommunities.ThePanamaCanalhas longbeenonmybucket-list,andIcan’twait!

Howc an TopFlight Travelshelptraveler s take their dre am e xpedition?

Eachexpeditioncruiselinehasitsownstrengthsandpersonalities. Withineachofthesecruiselines,therearespecificshipsthatexcelin differentregionsoftheworldandappealtodifferenttypesoftravelers. Ihaveexpertknowledgeonthesedifferentcruiselinesandaskmyclients thequestionsthatwillhelpmecraftanexperiencethatalignswithwhat theyareseekingfromtheirjourneystoremotedestinations.Expedition cruisingisexpensive.Myclientsareinvestingtheirtimeandmoneyto createlastingmemorieswiththeirfamilyandfriends.Ioffermyexpertise andknowledgetomyclientsandactastheircounselortoensurethey investtheirtravelfinanceswisely.

ReachouttoTopFlightTravelsandplanyouridealgetawaytoday!

TopFlightTravels,314-966-8555,www.topflight.travel

Ready or Not!

It’s likely your little ones are adjusting to a new school environment this year. But the back-to-school transition doesn’t end once the doors open. Many students are still navigating how to feel comfortable in their new physical and social surroundings. To support your child through this process, Ready Readers recommends two titles from the “Learning to Get Along” series by Free Spirit Publishing: “Know and Follow Rules” and “Cool Down and Work Through Anger,” both by author Cheri J. Meiners and illustrator Meredith Johnson.

“Know and Follow Rules” introduces children to key classroom expectations, including the importance of listening, knowing when to speak or stay quiet, and practicing respect and body awareness. Meanwhile, “Cool Down and Work Through Anger” helps children understand that big feelings are normal and offers positive strategies for managing anger. Together, these books equip preschool and kindergarten-aged kids with essential social-emotional skills.

Starting in new situations can often trigger anxiety, and anxious children struggle to focus on learning as their minds work through their emotions. It’s crucial to first ensure that children feel physically and emotionally safe

By Sheila Oliveri

so they can concentrate on their academic environment. When a child’s social and emotional needs are met, they become more receptive to learning rules and routines.

The pairing of Meiners’ straightforward, engaging text with Johnson’s relatable, childlike illustrations enhances the impact of these books. Children will see themselves, their classmates and their teachers in the illustrations, sparking conversations about their experiences.

As a seasoned educator, Meiners emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in a child’s learning journey. Engaging your child in daily conversations about their routine, comparing school rules to those at home, and creating a lighthearted atmosphere can help build trust. These ongoing discussions foster confidence in their teachers and friends, laying the groundwork for success at school.

Ready Readers shares the joy and power of literacy with preschoolers living in economically suppressed areas across the St. Louis area. Visit readyreaders.org to learn how you can join their efforts to create lasting change for our community’s neediest children.

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Book it!

By Drew Gieseke > photos courtesy of the missouri book Festival

The Missouri Book Festival returns this September for two days of programming. This fest promises to be one for the books, featuring interactive events to keep visitors engaged.

“When I hear about book festivals, I mostly think of author panels,” Reedy Press author Amanda Doyle says. “Those are awesome, but that is not what the festival is. The tagline is ‘Where stories come to life.’ It’s really a bunch of experiences – all related to some published book you can get into – but it’s like an activity-based festival for all sorts of interests.”

Held in Washington, Missouri, from Sept. 13 to 14, the Missouri Book Festival is a weekend celebration of literacy and the joy of reading. Free and family-friendly, this event features a packed schedule, including author talks, comic book creation challenges, poetry slams, character meet-and-greets, cooking demonstrations and more. Located just 50 miles west of downtown St. Louis, Washington offers the perfect day trip for those in the metro area. While some programming takes place at venues

like the Washington Library and City Chambers, the streets of Washington will also be buzzing with food trucks, vendors, community booths and art installations.

“We’ll have lots of different booths, including author booths, but we’re [also] going to have a ballet performance, a circus performance and professional wrestling,” Doyle says. “There’s usually something related to animals for kids, too.”

Families can expect plenty of kid-friendly activities, including children’s book readings, ballet performances and circus shows. Doyle’s own children’s book, “Missouri Weird and Wonderful,” will be featured in an illustration demonstration alongside the book’s illustrator, Dan Zettwoch.

“Give [this festival] a shot, because the chances you can find something to do are really high,” Doyle says. “It’s a lot of fun.”

Missouri Book Festival, missouribookfestival.com

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– AmANDA DOYLe

Thegellmanteam difference

URBAN

Sanctuary

By Nancy Robinson > photos supplied

Dramatic bedding in any earthy palette pairs perfectly with intriguing artwork and lighting designs.

Art Classics Ltd. presents “Let It Go,” a striking work by Image Conscious, available on artist paper or stretched canvas, unframed or framed under glass or acrylic. the work is available in a wide range of sizes from 8-by-10 to 48-by-60 inches. (artclassicsltd.com)

Inspired by the natural world, the steel frame armature design of this Arteriors Chambers light mimics the structure of a jellyfish. the flush-mount light is finished in english bronze and accented with waves of ivory faux vellum for a wonderful textural glow. (wilsonlighting.com)

eastern Accents’ 1970s-inspired rufus bedding collection dominates with a dark and dramatic color palette. It features the rufus copper corduroy chenille bed scarf and euro shams, plus Attenborough Spice embroidered geometric standard shams. the shams boast mid-century cool with an embroidered ombre graphic pattern, accentuated by vertical strips of red and burnt-orange velvet. (salliehome.com)

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Soothing Sanctuary

By Alecia Humphreys

This once outdated master bathroom, equipped with carpet and old oak cabinetry, is now a stunning, soothing sanctuary thanks to Youtopia Designs.

“The inviting atmosphere upon entering the room evokes a sense of relaxation and tranquility, making it a perfect retreat,” says Candice Wideman, owner and principal designer at Youtopia Designs. “The design aesthetic creates a unique and stylish space.”

According to Wideman, one of the most significant transformations of this space was opening up a pre-existing wall between the shower and the tub.

“This simple change not only visually enlarged the space, but also allowed natural light to flow more freely throughout the room,” Wideman says. “By expanding the shower and adding a glass wall and door, the shower became a focal point that enhanced the overall look of the room.”

The Youtopia team selected a delightful

decorative tile not only for the shower but also for behind the bathtub.

“This created a cohesive and harmonious design scheme, inspiring the color palette for the entire space,” Wideman says. “The cabinetry, picking up on the accent color found in the tile, further tied the room together.”

Neutral elements – such as the wood-like tile flooring and marble-patterned quartz countertops – help create the alluring spa-like ambiance.

“The ability to integrate color, pattern and texture into the space was instrumental in achieving the beautiful final result,” Wideman says. “It’s always a pleasure when clients are receptive to incorporating vibrant colors and allowing designers to explore creative ideas beyond conventional boundaries.”

Youtopia Designs, 314-556-9811, youtopiadesigns.com

Photo courtesy of Youtopia Designs

4 UpperWhitmoor Drive

WeldonSpring•$4,375,000•10,798sqft•6Bedrooms•5Full&2HalfBaths•3.42Acres

ArchitecturallysignificanthomeinprestigiousUpperWhitmoor.Builtwithoutcompromise,thisremarkableCover-designresidencefrom award-winningSchaefferHomesfeaturessuperbcraftsmanship&exquisiteinteriordetailingthroughout.Stepthroughthe flagstoneterrace&impressive2-styentrancewith8’leadedglassdoubledoorsintothe22’marblefoyerhighlightedbydramaticfloating staircaseandelegantdiningroomframedbyarchedentryways.Corinthia ncolumns,elaboratefireplace&soaringwindowssetthetone forthestunninggreatroom.Themainlivingareaunfoldsintothedesignerkitchenfeaturing42”glazedcherrycabinetry,granite countertops, commercialgradeappliances&11’ centerisland.Offthekitchen,a cofferedbreakfastroomwithwidebaywindowadjoins the vaultedhearth roomwithgranitefireplace&Frenchdoorsto light-filled sunroom.Barrel-vaultedprimar y bedroomsuitecombinesthe enjoymentofamarblefireplacewithbeautifullyappointedsittingroom&lavishbathwithjettedtubw itharchitecturalcolumns&bayof 3leadedglasswindows.The2ndfloorextendsthelivingquarterswith3additionalbedrooms,1withensuitebath&2with Jackn’Jillbath,plusbonusloftroom.Walk-outLowerLevelinspiredbytherusticambianceofBigCedarLodgeincludesarecreationroom & gameroomwithnaturaltimber-lined walls, beamed ceilings&expansive windowswithprivatewooded views.A 12’gatheringbar, step-downofficewithfireplace,5th&6thbedroomswithJackn’Jillbath&poolbathcompletethelivingspace.Atriumdoorsopento o utdoorentertainingareawithpool,tigerwooddeck&coveredpatiosurroundedbylandscapedgardens.Situatedona3.4acrecul-de-sac lotwithstockedpond&two3-cargarageswithportecochere&autocourt.

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Ladue•$2,775,000•4,900sqft•5Bedrooms•4Full&2HalfBaths

1765 Stifel Lane

Town&Country•$1,269,000•6,329sqft•5Bedrooms•4Full&1HalfBaths

SaintCharles•$1,195,000 4Bedrooms•4Full&1HalfBaths

5425Independence Road

WeldonSpring•$5,789,000•9,108sqft•5Bedrooms•4Full&1HalfBaths•10.7Acres

100 BogeyEstates Drive

SaintCharles•$539,000•2,632sqft•4Bedrooms•2Full&1HalfBaths

1144 Chatsworth Drive

TownandCountry•$1,495,000 5Bedrooms•4Full&3HalfBaths

12525Darien Drive

Town&Country•$1,695,000 5Bedrooms•4Full&1HalfBaths

588UpperConwayCircle

Chesterfield•$1,195,000 2Bedrooms•3Full&1HalfBaths

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FACES ofREALESTATE

ByMaggiePeters

Andel-White&McDonald RealEstateGroup

“ListWell.BuySmart.”Thathaslongbeenthecoremessageandbusiness mantraoftheAndel-White&McDonaldRealEstateGroup,whichseeksalso toleverageeachother’sindividualexpertiseandprovideclientswith unparalleledservice.

“Forbuyers,whetherit’syourfirsthome,yourdreamhomeoryourhome awayfromhome,ourgoalistofindexactlywhatisrightforyou,aswellas assistyouinturningacompetitivesituationintoawinningproposition,”the teamsays.“Whenitcomestosellers,today’schallengingenvironmentrequires professionalswhounderstandwhatittakestogetahomemarket-ready, strategicallyhelpyoupositionitandultimatelymaximizethereturn.”

Thebottomlineisthatthispowerhouseteamwillalwayshaveitsclients’ bestinterestsatheart.

Theyconfirm:“Wetrulycareaboutourclients,andwewillworkdiligently asyourpartner,takingcareofallthedetailssothatwecanallcelebrate successtogether!”

Forsellersandbuyersseekingthemostknowledgeable,experiencedand professionalagentintheGreaterSt.LouisMetroregion,theirsearchoftenends atColdwellBankerRealty–Gundaker,whereMaryBethBenesservesSt.Louis County,St.CharlesCounty,the40/64Corridor,Ladue,Frontenac,Townand CountryandChesterfield.

AstheNo.1agentwithColdwellBankerRealty–Gundakeragainin2023 withmorethan$1billionintotalsalesinhercareer,Benesisrankedinthetop quarterpercentofallagentsintheSt.Louismetroarea.Licensedsince2003, shecreatesastress-freeprocessforherclientswhileplacingtheminthebest position,whethertheyarebuyingorselling.Sheispraisedforworkingonbehalf ofherclients’interests,aswellasbeingactivelyinvolvedduringallpriceand contractnegotiations.

Benesworksaroundtheclockforherclients,andhasbuiltanunparalleled knowledgeofthemarketandstrongworkingrelationshipswiththeotheragents inthearea.“Fromthehomesearchandsaleprocessstraightthroughtoclosing andbeyond,Benesworkstoexceedyourexpectations!”

MaryBethBenes

KimCarney

KimCarneyisconsistentlyrankedastheNo.1ColdwellBankerPremier agentandlistedinthetop1percentofallREALTORSinSt.Louis.Shespecializes inthehigh-endrealestatemarket,utilizingauniqueandaggressivemarketing planthatsellshomes.

Differentfromothertopagents,Carneypridesherselfonherproactive approach.Shedoesnotstickasigninyouryard,“hoping”thatyourhomewill sell.Shecreatestop-notchprintadvertisingthatcan’tbebeat.Shealsouses socialmediaboostsandotheruniquetoolsthatmakeasignificantdifference. Sheoffersthenecessaryexperienceandsavvynegotiationskillstogether clientswhattheywant.

CarneyattendedLadueHortonWatkinsHighSchool,wenttotheUniversity ofMissouri-Columbiaandreceivedhermaster’sdegreeincounselingfromthe UniversityofMissouri-St.Louis.Sheisanemptynesternowthatherdaughters, EmmaandGracearejuniorsattheUniversityofKentucky.

Carneyenjoystraveling,pickleballandhangingoutwithherdaughters.After overcomingovariancanceralmost10yearsago,shestaysinvolvedinandgives tonumerouscharitiesdeartoherheart,includingtheSt.LouisOvarianCancer AwarenessorganizationandSitemanCancerCenter.

TheGellmanTeam

BrothersMarkGellmanandNeilGellmancombinedtheirwiderangeof experience,education,andpassionforrealestatetocreateTheGellmanTeam in2008.Theysoldtheirfirstmillion-dollarlistingin2011–and240moresince. Usingtheirprovenprocess,theteamhit$1billionincareersalesin2020and, justthreeyearslater,celebrated$2billionand5,000familiesservedinApril 2024.TheGellmanTeam’scommitmentanddedicationtotheirclientscanbe seenin1,400-plus5-starGoogleandZillowreviews.

MarkGellmanandNeilGellmanareveryproudoftheteamculturethey’ve createdfollowingtheircorevalues—integrity,honesty,professionalism, confidentiality,responsiveness,reliability,attentiontodetail,clientrelationships forlife,givingback,persistingwithoutexception,andfamily-life-workharmony. Oneofthebrothers’greatest,sharedpassionsisgivingbacktothecommunities inwhichtheyliveandwork.Theteamsupportsover90charitiesandrecently heldits34thfreetrainingeventfortheagentcommunity.Getaninstanthome valuationattgtvalue.com.

RyanGoldstein

RyanGoldsteinisaSt.Louisnativeandformercounselorwhohasalways beendrawntohelpingfamiliesandindividuals.

“IwasbornandraisedinSt.Louis,”Goldsteinsays.“Myloveforthecityand knowledgeofalltheneighborhoodsallowmetoassistmyclientsinmakingthe rightchoiceforthem.Whetherweareconsideringschooldistrict,commute, pricepointorneighborhoodfeel,Icanhelpmyclientsmaketheperfectdecision forthem.”

Regardlessofobstaclesandchallenges,Goldsteinisabletostaypositive andsolution-oriented.Herexperienceasatherapistandanacademiccoach givesherthenecessaryskillstomanagechallenginginterpersonalsituations. “BeingaREALTOR,Iutilizemyexpertisethroughoutthehomebuyandselling process,”shesays.“Mystrengthslieinmyabilitytolistenintentlyandthen problem-solve.”

Goldsteinliveswithherhusbandandthreechildren.“Iamluckyenoughto haveafamilyofmyownwhokeepmebusyandgrounded,”shesays.“Iloveto runandplayanytypeofsport.Asaformercollegiateathlete,mycompetitive spiritgivesmeasharpedgeintherealestateworld!”

TeddyJ.Johnlikes

Hardworking,focusedandpossessingunwaveringattentiontodetail, St.LouisnativeTeddyJ.Johnlikesproudlyserveshomebuyersandsellersin St.CharlesandSt.Louiscounties’mostsought-aftercommunities.

AsapartneratTheBenesGroup,Johnlikesprovidesaresults-oriented experiencedrivenbyexcellentservice.Heconsiderscustomerservicehisfirst priority.Withover1billiondollarsincareersales,Johnlikesranksinthetop .5percentofallColdwellBankerAgentsnationwideandisamemberofthe InternationalSocietyofExcellence,thehighesthonorofrecognitionwithin theorganization.

“Withovertenyearsofexperienceasafull-servicerealestateprofessional withafocusonSt.CharlesandSt.Louiscounties,Iprovidebuyerandseller serviceswithahighlevelofknowledgeastowhatishappeninginthisever changingandfastpacedmarket,”Johnlikessays.“Fromthehomesearch, preparationandsaleprocessstraightthroughtoclosingandbeyond,weseek tofarexceedyourexpectations!”

ChristopherKlages

ChristopherKlagesjoinedGladys Manion Real Estate in2020.Originally from St. Louis,heunderstandsthecity’s neighborhoodsandsurroundingareas.Klages combineshisanalyticskills, commitment,andenergy tocater to hisclients’ interestsandmeettheirgoals. He ispassionate aboutprovidinghisclientswith thehighestprofessionalismandattention to detail.Klageshasbeen recognizedin the“Faces ofLuxury Real Estate”in St. LouisMagazine forthepastthree years and hasbeenpart of the No. 1 Sales TeamatGladys Manion forthepasttwoyears.

JanKosmal

JanKosmaltransitionedintotherealestateindustryfromahealthcare careerin2000andithasbeenaperfectmatchtocontinueworkingwithpeople toachievetheirrealestategoals.Kosmalandherteamcombinepersonalized serviceandthelatestintechnology.Sheworksaroundtheclockforherclients andhasstrongworkingrelationshipswithagents.KosmalisaColdwellBanker LuxuryPropertySpecialistandaRelocationSpecialist.

HerearehowKosmal’sclientsdescribeherdedicationandprofessionalism: Alwaysavailableandpromptwithhercommunications;followsuponevery detail;acalmingforcethroughtheprocess;createsmaximumsellingvalue andforwardthinking;veryknowledgeableaboutthemarketsandallaspectsof realestate;worksforherclientstomakethebestdecisionswithaprofessional andpersonaltouch;couldnotaskforabetteradvocateforthissignificantlife decision.Kosmalhastheexperience,dedicationandpassiontomakeyour dreamareality.

Kosmalbelievesingivingbacktothecommunityandisinvolvedinanumber oforganizations.

KeithR.Manzer

KeithR.Manzer was rankedasthe No. 1 agentatGladys Manionin2019and 2020, andthe No. 1teamin2021,2022,and2023withsales of $600-plusmillion, rangingfrom$250,000 to nearly $7,000,000 for a single residence. He possesses 42 yearsofexperience and expertiseinthehigh-endmarketanywhere in St. Louis, andhe continues to maintainan extremely highsuccess rate andstellar reputation by seekingoutnewwaysto promote not only locally, butinternationally.

Hishands-onapproachis akeyfactorinhissuccess. He answers his own phone,creates a custommarketingplan for eachpropertyhelists forsaleor anactionplan to assistbuyers sotheycanachieve theirgoal of successfully purchasing a homeinthis competitive market.Plus,healways shows up – not an assistantoraninexperienced,new agent.Hismotto issimple: workhard andtreat yourcustomers as you wouldliketo betreated.

Manzeralsogivesback to the community.In 2011hesetup a scholarship fundinthememory of hisdeceasedpartnerthathelpsunderservedchildrenand is a pastboard member ofCraftAllianceCenter of Art + Design. He hasalsoled fundraisingeffortsonbehalf of.Louis SymphonyOrchestra, Opera TheatreSt. Louis,The RepertoryTheatre,Siteman Cancer Center,HumanRights Campaign, ContemporaryArt Museum, Women’s Self-Help Center, Doctor’sEventand United Way.

MattMcClelland

MattMcClellandhasmorethan26-plusyearsoffull-timerealestate experienceinWashington,Missourianditssurroundingareas.Heisthe recipientoftheRE/MAXLifetimeAchievementAward,RE/MAXHallofFame Award,RE/MAXTitanAward,andmostrecentlythe2023FCBR2023Realtor oftheyearaward.

McClellandisinvolvedwithmultiplelocalorganizationsandcharities includingCASA,Grace’sPlace,DeltaWaterfowl,andDowntownWashington. HisteamwasmostrecentlyawardedTheBestRealEstateTeaminthe WashingtonMissourianReader’sChoiceAwards.

314.922.7767(direct)

LeslieA.Owens

MeetLeslieA.Owens,yourtrustedrealestateagent

OwenshasbeenatopproducerwithLauraMcCarthyforsixconsecutive years,offeringbothlocalandrelocationservicestohundredsofclientsinthe St.Louisarea.Knownforherenthusiasmandenergy,shebringsapersonalized touchtoeveryinteraction,ensuringeachclientfeelsspecialandvalued.

“Eachandeveryoneofmyclientsholdsaspecialplaceinmyheart,andI makeitmymissiontogivethemanunforgettableandenjoyableexperience,” Owenssays.Herdedicationisevidentinthetrustherclientsplaceinher, oftenrecommendinghertotheirlovedones—acomplimentthatfillsher withgratitude.

Along-timeresidentofOlivette,Owensenjoystheater,arts,museums, concerts,andtravel.Herdeepconnectiontothecommunityandherpassionfor realestatemakehertheperfectguideforanyonelookingtobuyorsellahome inthearea.Whetheryou’removinglocallyorfromafar,Owensiscommittedto makingyourrealestatejourneysmoothandsuccessful.

RossiniRealEstateGroup

Withmorethan28yearsofcombinedexperience,AllieRossiniandLauren Gillentinegoaboveandbeyondyourrealestateexpectations!

Rossinihasrealestateinherblood-herfatherwasatoprealestate attorney,hermotheraninteriordesignerandherhusbandownshisown commercialrealestatecompany-andGillentinediscoveredherpassionwhen purchasingherfirsthome.Together,thisdynamiteteamworksthroughoutthe centralcorridorandSt.LouisCountyandaretopproducersforLauraMcCarthy.

“Organically,weendupwithabouthalfofourbusinessbeinglistingsand halfofourbusinesshelpingbuyers,”RossiniandGillentinesay.“Wealsolove helpingclientsmoveinfromoutofstateandlearntheareaandallofthe fantasticthingsSt.Louishastooffer.”

RossiniproudlyservesontheboardsofboththeClaytonEducation FoundationandtheClaytonHighSchoolPTO.Gillentineandherhusbandare activelyinvolvedwithUCPHeartland.BothRossiniandGillentinecontribute theirexpertiseasadvisoryboardmembersforPinkRibbonGood.

Theyconclude:“Welovewhatwedo,andloveworkingtogether,andwe thinkthatmakesthissometimes-stressfulprocessofbuyingorsellingahome muchmoreenjoyable!

ChrissyWagner

With18yearsofexperiencesellingrealestate,ChrissyWagnerofRedKey RealtyLeadersunderstandsthatbuyingorsellingahomeismorethanjust atransaction-it’salifechangingexperience.Chrissybelievesguidingand providingherbuyerswiththemosteffectivestrategiestosecureahomein thisextremelycompetitivemarketissuchanhonor.Positioninghersellersto maximizetheirhomevalueandobtaintopdollarwhensellingtheirhomeisso rewarding.Dedicatedtoprovidingexceptional,personalizedservicetoallher clientsandgiventhecompetitiverealestatemarket,hergoalistomakethe sellingandbuyingprocessasstress-freeaspossible.

“Itrulyenjoyassistingmyclientsinfulfillingtheirrealestatedreams,”she says.“ItissuchaprivilegetodowhatIlovetodoeveryday!”

314.412.9938

chrissy@redkeystlouis.com

chrissywagner.redkeystlouis.com

TedWighthassoldrealestateformorethan20yearswithDielmann Sotheby’sInternationalRealtyandisconsistentlyatopagentintheregion. WightgrewupinLadueandattendedSt.LouisPriory.Hecontinuedhis educationatLakeForestCollegeandlaterreceivedhisMBAfromWashington University.HeisontheboardsoftheSt.LouisArtMuseumFriends,St.Louis FashionFund,TheSheldonFriends,MissouriBaptistHealthcareFoundation, St.LouisPublicLibraryandpresidentoftheTennesseeWilliamsFestival.

WightlivesinLadueinthehomeWilliamBernoudybuiltforhimselfand enjoysspendingtimeathisfamilyfarminPikeCounty,Missouri.Hehastwo sons–Ira,wholivesinSanFranciscoandworksatSalesforce,andNick,who livesinPhiladelphiaandworksatPennInteractive.

CheckoutWight’spopularblog,stlouis.style,andhisInstagrams:stlouis. style,tedwight,clayton.style,cwe.styleandladue.style.

314.607.5555 ted@tedwight.com

TedWight

A NIGHTOF Celebration

ByMaggiePeters >PhotosbyChristinaKling-Garrett

Formorethan100yearsEasterseals hasbeenprovidingsupportandcare toindividualswithdisabilitiesand theirfamilies.Thelargestorganization servingthoseaffectedbyautisminMissouri, EastersealsMidwesthasprogramsforallstages oflife,includingeducationandjobservicesas wellashelpingadultsliveindependentlyand receivethehealthcaretheyneed.

“There’snothingelselikeitinMissouri,” saysAshleyKoplar,thechairofthisyear’s FestivalGalaandAuction.“It’sawonderful organizationtobeinvolvedwith.”

AshleyKoplarandherhusbandSam gotinvolvedwithEastersealsMidwestafter theirdaughterwasdiagnosedwithautism in2021atagethree.Havinglearnedabout theorganizationthroughherdoctor,she immediatelyreachedoutandjoinedaparent/ childseminarwithherdaughter.

“Itwasallcoveredwithonetinyfee,”adds SamKoplar.“Thatblewmeaway.”

FromtheretheKoplarsgotmoreactive withtheorganization,includingAshleyKoplar joiningtheWomen’sGivingCollective,agroup ofwomenthatvoteontheKansasCityand St.Louisprograms.Thecouplealsojoinedin Easterseals’holidayeventswhichledtothem goingtotheirfirstFestivalGalaandAuction.

“Ibroughtmysister-in-lawandsheturned tomeduringthenightandsaid,‘You’regoing tobedoingthisnextyear,’”AshleyKoplar recalls.And,shortlyafterjoiningtheevent’s committeelastyear,thechairsforthepast30 years,JudyandJerryKent,didindeedpresent herwiththehonoroftakingupthemantel.

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This41stAnnualFestivalGalaandAuction tobenefitEastersealsMidwestwillbeon Wednesday,December4attheDoubleTree byHiltonHotelinChesterfield.Startedasan auctionofbespokedecoratedChristmastrees, theFestivalhasgrowntoincludeotherhighendauctionitems,includingjewelryfrom YLANGYLANG,designerhandbags,liqueurs, ticketstosportingeventsandmore.Theevent willincludeeightcoursesofpassedhors d'oeuvresthroughoutthenightinafunand livelyatmosphereunlikeatraditionalstuffy dinner.Thenightwillalsoincludeastory fromafamilythatEastersealsMidwesthas workedwith.

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The full-service and carryout concept debuted in May, owned by Amy Ye. The native of Fujing – a province on the southeastern coast of China – has more than twenty years of experience in the restaurant industry. According to her son, Ray Sun, who lends a hand as a manager, she previously owned restaurants in the St. Charles and O’Fallon areas including China House Buffet, Hibachi Grill and Yummy House.

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The Rep Revived

By Mark Bretz

It’s been a challenging year for The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, but this longstanding pillar of the metro’s theater scene is emerging stronger than ever. With September marking the unofficial start of the local theater season, The Rep is ready to unveil its highly anticipated new lineup, featuring both its Mainstage and Studio series.

Last fall, The Rep faced a severe financial crunch. The company launched what turned out to be a successful $2.5 million “Rally for The Rep” campaign; trimmed its traditional Mainstage season from six productions down to four; and canceled productions at other venues, including for its Steve Woolf Studio series.

In spring 2023, The Rep experienced another major shift with the departure of Hana Sharif, its Augustin Family Artistic Director. A national search for her successor culminated in April 2024 with the appointment of Kate Bergstrom. Since joining, Bergstrom, along with Managing Director Danny Williams, has been focused on reengaging the theater’s community. Their efforts are paying off – by late August, Williams reported a 25% increase in subscribers, including more than 1,000 new and returning patrons.

In March 2024 The Rep announced its 202425 season would consist of just four Mainstage productions, but that its Studio series also would return with a pair of presentations. Its Mainstage season begins Sept. 18 with “Dial M for Murder,” the Frederick Knott thriller that was made into a film by Alfred Hitchcock in 1954, starring Grace Kelly, Ray Milland and Robert Cummings. It will be followed in December by “Million Dollar Quartet Christmas,” a collaborative effort between The Rep and Stages St. Louis, following Stages’ hit

production of “Million Dollar Quartet” last year.

Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage’s Tonynominated play, “Clyde’s,” will be next on the Mainstage, running Feb. 5 through March 2. It tells the tale of a group of ex-convicts who pool their culinary talents in a run-down sandwich joint to meet the challenge of a “mystic” chef. The season will conclude with Ken Ludwig’s “Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood,” from March 19 through April 13, a humorous take on the famous English chap who “robbed from the rich to give to the poor” in medieval England.

The Rep calls its Steve Woolf Studio Series “Adventurous Theatre for Adventurous Theatregoers.” This series’ 2024-2025 season will kick off with Jen Silverman’s dark comedy, “The Roommate,” from Oct. 26 through Nov. 17 in the Emerson Studio Theatre in the Loretto-Hilton Center on the campus of Webster University. It’s the story of a recently divorced Midwestern

woman who takes in a mysterious woman with a shady past.

From Jan. 15 through Feb. 8 The Rep will present “Athena” by Gracie Gardner in the Emerson Studio Theatre, in which a pair of 17-yearold girls learn about each other while training for the Junior Olympics fencing team. “Athena” will mark Bergstrom’s directorial debut at The Rep. “We have the grand opportunity ahead to celebrate the power of extraordinary togetherness in this beloved region during a divisive time,” Bergstrom says. “By bridging the differences that make us unique and the undergirding humanity that unites us all, The Rep looks to spark joy, discovery, and that extraordinary togetherness towards a thriving St. Louis and beyond.”

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This summer, the Humane Society of Missouri hosted its 18th annual Purses for Pooches event. Guests enjoyed light bites and signature cocktails made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka – a known supporter of rescue animals – as they browsed a selection of designer purses from brands like Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and more, hoping to win a luxury item to take home. The event raised funds to support the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force, which is committed to rescuing animals from abuse, neglect and natural disasters. Committee co-chairs for the event were Leigh Perica and Sara Newton.

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The Humane Society of Missouri’s Purses for Pooches event supports our Animal Cruelty Task Force, which is dedicated to rescuing abused and abandoned animals. Once rescued, our compassionate shelter staff, veterinarians and animal behavior experts ensure these poor creatures are given state-of-the-art veterinary treatment and shown a level of love and care they have never experienced before. When rehabilitated, they are given their second chance at a happy and healthy life in a loving and caring home.

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Since 1998, FOCUS St. Louis has honored more than 500 individuals and organizations through its annual What’s Right with the Region! Awards. The 27th ceremony took place at The Sheldon Concert Hall and Art Galleries in Grand Center, celebrating those who are making a significant impact in the St. Louis community. The event recognized achievements in categories such as demonstrating innovative solutions, improving equity and inclusion, promoting community health and well-being, emerging initiatives and community changemakers.

Additionally, FOCUS presented Kathy Osborn, former president and CEO of the Regional Business Council, with the Leadership Award, as well as Valerie E. Patton, chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer for Greater St. Louis, with the Legacy Alumni Award. Co-chairs for the evening were Orvin Kimbrough and Richard J. Liekweg.

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STATE OFTHE ARTS

IusedtotalkabouttheSt.Louisartssceneasanunderdog–asubculturewithinacitystillvying forproperrecognition–butthiseditionofLN’sannualStateoftheArtsissueisbrimmingwith triumphs.Here,you’llfindstoriesofmetroartistsreachingaudiencesonanationalscaleaswell asartsorganizationsdrawingworldwidetalenttolocalstagesandgalleries.You’llfindtraditions honoredandboundariespushed.You’llhearfromtheartistsstandingfrontandcenteraswellasthe folksworkingbehindthescenestomakeitallpossible.

Wehopeyou’llfindinspiration–andsomeupcomingeventsandperformancestoaddtoyour calendar–inthisissue.Happyreading!

SaintLouisBallet’supcomingseasonhonors thereachandimpactofNewYorkCityBallet.

SaintLouisBallet’s2024-25season isacelebrationoftwosignificant milestonesintheworldofdance: executiveandartisticdirectorGen Horiuchi’s25thanniversarywiththe companyandthe75thanniversaryofthe NewYorkCityBallet.

CityBallethasbeen a launching pad formanyrenowneddancersand choreographers,includingHoriuchi, whoseillustriouscareerbeganwhenhe wasoneofthelastdancers chosenby founderGeorge Balanchinetojointhe prestigious company in1982.By1989, Horiuchihadrisentothe rankofprincipal dancer. Balanchinepassed away in New Yorkin1983,buthislegacy endures.

“Ialwaysfeelprivilegedandlike it’smypersonalmissiontocontinueto presentBalanchine’sballetswhereverI go,”Horiuchisays.

Theupcomingseasonpaystribute toCityBallet’sinfluence,startingwith performancesofBalanchine’s“Western Symphony”and“Serenade,”alongwith ChristopherWheeldon’s“AftertheRain” onOct.12and13.

“Bothballetsarepopularstillto thisday,withNewYorkCityBallet’s audiences,soIthoughtitwouldbefunto performthoseinSt.Louis,”Horiuchisays

ofthetwocontrastingBalanchinepieces, whichseparatelyinvolveeleganttutus andboldcowboyhats.“There’smoody, subduedandyetbeautifulTchaikovsky musicin‘Serenade,’asopposedtoHershy Kay’sWestern,funmusic.Theykindof complementeachother.”

Wheeldon,aTonyAward-winning choreographerwithwhomHoriuchi dancedatCityBallet,created“Afterthe Rain”nearly20yearsagoinhonorof Balanchine.It’sapasdedeux,orballet characterizedbyduets,performedto musicbyArvoPärt.“Theaudiencewill haveatasteofthreedifferenttypesof balletsinoneevening,”Horiuchiteases.

Asistradition,SaintLouisBalletwill performHoriuchi’s“TheNutcracker” duringtheholidayseasoninlate NovemberandDecember.Thecompany willalsocontinueitsValentine’sDay weekendshow,whichwillfeaturelive musicfromajazztrioandlongtime collaboratorTOYA.

Titled“ToLove!”,thisromantic productionwillshowcasenewballets byHoriuchiandChristopherD’Amboise, anotherformerCityBalletprincipal dancerwhoworkedwithBalanchine. Additionally,“ToLove!”willbethefirst SaintLouisBalletproductiontofeature

theworkofJustinPeck,thecurrent residentchoreographerandartistic advisoratCityBallet.Peckrecentlywon theBestChoreographyTonyAwardfor “Illinoise,”amusicalhealsodirected.

Theseasonwillconcludewith“Feels LikeBroadway,”aspringfinalethat bringsthechoreographyofJerome Robbins,aformerCityBalletartistic director,toSaintLouisBalletforthefirst time.LivemusicfromtheSpringfield SymphonyOrchestrawillenergize theTouhillPerformingArtsCenterin April,accompanyingupliftingballetsby threechoreographersknownfortheir Broadway-balletcrossoverworks.

Robbins’piece,“Interplay,”is reminiscentoftheplayful,jazzy movementseenin“WestSideStory,”the originalBroadwaymusicalhefamously conceived.“Itshowshisrootsasa choreographer,”Horiuchidescribes, notingthat“Interplay”camefirst.

“FeelsLikeBroadway”bringsSaint LouisBallet’supcomingseasonfullcircle withBalanchine’s“WhoCares?”and Wheeldon’s“Carousel(ADance),”which aresaidtooffer“theexuberanceofcity life”and“thrillingdrama.”

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Dancerslefttoright:FletcherWeld,MichaelBurke,GwenVandenhoeck,OliviaCornelius;photobyPratt&Kreidich

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PresentingSaintLouisDanceTheatre:BigMuddy DanceCompanyreimaginesitselfinnewseason.

BigMuddyDanceCompanyisnow SaintLouisDanceTheatre.This acclaimedcontemporarydance company issteppingoutoftheshadows andintothespotlightwith a new nameand a bold,innovative mission. In away, it’s areturntoits roots – the company originallylaunchedasSaint LouisDance Theatre 13 yearsago.Now, with arenewedvision,the company is reignitingits commitmenttodelivering boundary-pushing, world-class contemporarydanceexperiences.

“We’reelevatingnotonlythework, butalsothebrandandvisibilityinthis nextchapter,”saysexecutivedirector ErinWarnerPrange.“Abigpieceofthat isreallymarkingSt.Louisasanational artsdestination.”

KirvenDouthit-Boyd,nowinhisthird yearasthecompany’sartisticdirector, hasbeeninstrumentalinrealizingthis newlevelofartisticexcellence.“Kirven hasinfusedsomuchofhimselfintothis vision,therebrandingandtheupcoming season,”Prangeshares.“He’scurateda lineupfeaturingcelebratedartistsfrom aroundtheglobe.”

AsSaint LouisDance Theatre brings high-caliber choreographerstothe Gateway City, inturn,“dancersare

flockingtoSt. Louis,” Prange says, notingthis year’s company includes16 dancers fromacrossthe U.S.andthe world,includingJamaica,Canadaand Australia.“It’s a prettyamazingstory tohave these world-classartistsvisit St. Louis.Theirnamesare bringing indancers[toour company] from aroundthe worldto getthe experience oflearning from[them]anddancing [their] works.”

InOctober, Saint LouisDance Theatre willdebutits“unexpected,impactful”(RE) IMAGINE2024-25season,anchoredby fall, winterandspring concerts – (RE)CLAIM, (RE)BUILD, and(RE)FINE – atCOCA’s CatherineB.BergesTheatre.

Thestar-studdedlineup readslike a who’swhoofthe contemporary danceworld.Internationally renowned choreographerJiří Kylián,whoserved astheartisticdirectorof Nederlands DansTheater fornearly25 years,will bringhis celebratedpiece “Sechs Tänze” (German for“SixDances”)toSt. Louis. “Kyliánis a pipedream foralldancers to workwith,” Prange notes.“Hehas transformed contemporarydance and continuedto wow audiencesacrossthe worldwithhis work.”

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Theater choreographer RobertBattlewill deliver“Unfold,” and renownedartists Jamar Robertsand NorbertDeLaCruzIII, as wellasthe company’s ownDouthitBoyd,allwillpresent worldpremieres.

“Therewillbethreetotallydifferent programsoverthecourseofaweekend,” Prangeexplains,“Audiencescanand shouldcomebackmorethanonetime andgetacompletelydifferentexperience –momentsthatwillreallyimpact[them] inawaytheydidn’texpect.”

Inadditiontotheseperformances, Saint LouisDance Theatre will continue its commitmentto collaboration, offering a uniquetwiston a holiday classicinpartnershipwithJazzSt. Louisasthey performthe“Ellington/ Strayhorn Nutcracker.”

“St.Louishasalwaysbeenacityof explorers,innovatorsandvisionaries,” Douthit-Boydsaysinarelease.“With ournewname,revisedmissionandbold artisticdirection,wearestakingthat claimonceagainandinvitingSt.Louisans totakeprideintheGatewayCity’s extraordinaryculturalheritage.”

SaintLouisDanceTheatre,3305 WashingtonAve.,St.Louis,314-338-4058, stldancetheatre.org

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Pilobolushasgarneredaninternationalfollowingfor itsacrobaticchoreographyanduniquestorytelling.

Inits performancesattheOscars, onBroadway andacrossthe world, PilobolusDance Company has consistentlycaptivatedaudienceswithits unique, shapeshifting choreography, telling storiesin away onlyPiloboluscan.This fall, theConnecticut-based company willbring itssignature styletothemetro area,thanks to a partnershipwithDance St. Louis. Eachseason,thenonprofitDanceSt. Louisinvitesadiverselineupofdance companiesfromaroundtheworldto performinthecity,withtwoselected toparticipateinitsdanceeducation residencyprogram.“Werepresentthe verybestthattheworldhastooffer indance,”saysDanceSt.Louisartistic directorMichaelUthoff.“Wearethe onlyonesintheneighboringarea[who provide]anopportunityfor[local] audiencestoseetheseamazinggroups.”

PiloboluswillkickoffDanceSt.Louis’ 2024-25seasonbypresentingitstouring

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show,“re:CREATION,”attheTouhill PerformingArtsCenteronNov.9.Uthoff describestheirworkas“mesmerizing.”

RenéeJaworski,executiveandcoartisticdirectorofPilobolus,saystheir styleistheatrical,athleticand“alittle likeacro-yoga,wherewe’rebalancing oneachother’sbodies.…It’sthetypeof movementthatyoucan’tdobyyourself.”

“re:CREATION”surveysPilobolus’ repertoryandbringsbothclassic andnewworkstoSt.Louis.Jaworski highlightstwodancepiecestheyadded recentlytothetour:“Bloodlines”and “TalesFromtheUnderworld.”

“‘Bloodlines’ exploresthesortofnatural progressionoflife whereyouatonce are beingtakencare ofby yourparents,and thenas yougrow up,you realize that you are now startingtotake care ofthepeople whoonce tookcare of you,” shedetails. “It[portrays]thatkindof reciprocityin caretaking if we’re luckytobeabletotake

“Dance the Vote,” presented byDance the Vote,noon MissouriHistory Museum,5700LindellBlvd., St. Louis,314-746-4599, mohistory.org

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care ofthepeoplethatonce tookcare ofus.”

“‘TalesoftheUnderworld’issortof aPilobolustakeonstoryballet,soit hasaverydistinctnarrative,”Jaworski continues.“We’relookingatOrpheus, EurydiceandHadesandanything thathastodowiththeunderworld.It explorestheideasofloveandloss.”

A pre-show talkwithPilobolus willofferaudience members a deeper understandingofthe company’s work, whilestudentsinthemetro areawillhave a similaropportunitythroughDance St. Louis’dance education residency program.

Theupcomingseasonalsoincludes performancesbyBalletFolklóricode MéxicoinFebruary,CollageDance Collective–thespringsemesterteaching artist–inApril,andavarietyoftalentat theSPRINGTODANCEFestivalinMay.

DanceSt.Louis,3310SamuelShepardDrive, St.Louis,314-534-6622,dancestlouis.org

OCT.26,2024

FallFête:Angels&Demons,presentedbyBallet314 BlancheM.TouhillPerformingArtsCenter,1UniversityBlvd.,St.Louis,314-516-4400, ballet314.org

NOV.8TO9

“EntryPoints,”presentedbyRESILIENCEDanceCompany CatherineB.BergesTheatre,6880WashingtonAve.,St.Louis,314-725-6555, resiliencedancecompany.com

ByAndreaSmith

Dancerslefttoright:ChrisWhitney,NileRussell,WinstonDynamiteBrown;lowercenter:JunKuribayashi;photobyJosephMehling

MUSIC

MeetSamuelHollister, theSt.LouisSymphony Orchestra’snew assistantconductor.

InJuly2024,theSt.LouisSymphonyOrchestraannounced thatSamuelHollister,aconductor,pianist,harpsichordist andtheorist,wasappointedasassistantconductorandas TheFredM.Saighyouthorchestramusicdirector.

WesatdownwithHollistertodiscusshisroots,passionfor musicandwhattoexpectfromhisnewrole.

WhatdoesitmeantobeappointedSLSOassistantconductor andTheFredM.Saighyouthorchestramusicdirectorofthe St.LouisSymphonyYouthOrchestra?

MyfirstexperiencesgettingtoknowSLSOthispast yearweretrulymagical.It’samarvelousfamilywitha sophisticatedandwarmsound,soIfeelincrediblyluckytobe joiningthatfamily.TheYouthOrchestraespeciallyexcitesme becausementorshiphasalwaysbeenanimportantpartofmy careeraspirations.

Inapressrelease,SLSOmusicdirectorStéphaneDenèvesaid youdisplay“asophisticatedandmatureunderstandingof thesymphonicrepertoire,avividimagination,andinspiring musicality.”Whatareyoulookingforwardtoaboutworking withDenève?

I firstsaw Stéphane conductduring a visittoBerlin almosttwoyearsago, where heledtheDeutsches Symphonie-OrchesterBerlininanincredibleperformance. Fromthenon, I knew thathe was arare breedofmusician andstoryteller, soit wasespeciallymeaningfultohave the chance tolearn fromhim.

Howdidyoufirstgetinvolvedinmusic,andwhendidyou knowyouwantedtomakeacareerofit?

I startedthepianoat 4yearsold, chambermusicaround8, andmorecollaborative pianoopportunities followedafterthat. Ittookme a whileto realize that a careerinmusic was my ultimate goal. For a longtime,Iwasthinkingabout physicsormath,and Ieven got a mathdegreeat Yalein additiontomusic.However, people reallyinspiredmeabout orchestralmusic-makinganddrew metothiscareer.

Youheard SLS O live inJanuaryandknew something wasspecialabouttheorchestra.Whatstruckyouabout thatperformance?

Leonard Slatkin,SLSOconductorlaureate,conducted two programsinone week – programsfilledwith wonderful anduniquemusicthatorchestrasdon’t gettoperform very often:Antheil,Milhaud,Ellington,Bealandmuch more. Eventhoughthetimeline wastightandthemusic fresh,

theorchestra musiciansplayeditlike it wastheirs,like they hadknownittheirwholelife. It wasincrediblyefficient,and the result wascaptivating.

You’vesaidthatworkingwithyoungmusiciansisaboutmuch morethanfosteringmusicalexcellenceandpassion;it’sabout mentorship.Howdoyouhopetodothatinyournewrole?

Directing ayouthorchestracomeswiththeopportunityto foster a culture aroundmusicthatthestudentscantakeforward intothe restoftheirlives. We have theopportunitytodefine theorchestra as a place whereeveryonebelongs , wherewe can getthingsdoneandstriveforthehighestlevelsofmusical excellence whilestill rememberingthat we areafamilyfirst.

Mypriorityisto gettoknow themembersofSLSYO as individualsandtoadvocate forthem:toensure they know they can cometometotalkaboutanythingintheirmusicaljourney.

YourSt.LouisdebutwillbeatSLSO’sConcertforKids. Whatcanyoutellusaboutthatupcomingperformance?

Thefirst family concertwillbeanengagingproduction ofDanBrown’s“WildSymphony,”a piece thathighlights the characteristicsofdifferentsectionsintheorchestra,and differentorchestral colorsandtechniques,inportraying variousanimals.

Howwould youlike togrow SLSO’simpactintheSt. Louis region?

I’m excitedto explore the reachesoftheSLSO education team’sinitiatives for communityengagement,andtohelp them continuetogrow.To me, tellingmusicalstoriesisonly asimpactfulasthestoriesarerelevanttothe community they serve.

I’d love toseeoureducation, familyand youthorchestra programmingdeeply reflectingthepersonalitiesofthe membersofthe youthorchestra andthe community

St.LouisSymphonyOrchestra,718N.GrandBlvd.,St.Louis, 314-534-1700,slso.org

ByDrewGieseke

AMUSICALMIX

Here’swhataudiencescanexpectfrom TheSheldon’s2024-2025concertseason.

TheSheldonConcertHallandArt Galleries recentlyannouncedits 2024-2025 concertcalendar,featuring anincrediblelineupofjazz, folk/Americana and worldmusiconitshistoricstage.

“StartingtheweekofLaborDay andrunningthroughtonextMemorial Day,theSheldonwillofferdozensof opportunitiestoseesomeoftheworld’s bestmusicians,”SheldonArtsFoundation executivedirector PeterJ. Palermosays.

TheSheldonConcertHallandArt Galleriesis a nonprofitorganization hostingupto350 eventsannually Itsmusic programmingoffersthreeperformance series:theStewardFamily FoundationJazz Series,the FolkSeriesandtheWhitaker WorldMusicSeries.Each isdesignedtotake audience memberson a uniquejourney of musicaldiscovery

Theupcomingseasonincludesthe much-anticipated returnofmaster saxophonistJoshua RedmantoSt. Louis,as

SEPT.14TO15

wellas PeterMartin’sencore performance with fan favoritesAnatCohenand Romero Lubambo.Folkenthusiastscanlook forward toSuzanne Vega makingherSheldondebut alongsideThe Warand Treaty. The world musicserieswillspotlightMexicanstarLila Downs, a singer-songwriterwithmillionsof streamstohername.

“We love breakingdown genresand creatingopportunities formusicloverstobe surprisedanddelightedbysomethingnew, buttheone constantinourprogrammingis excellence,”Palermosays.“Whatevertheir field, wewantonlyvirtuososonourstage.”

There’ssomethinguniquelyspecial aboutattending aconcertatTheSheldon. Iteschews modern conventions,offering anintimateenvironmentunlike any other inthecity.LouisSpiering,thearchitect behindTheSheldon – whoalsodesigned the1904 World’s Fair – came from a musical familyandenvisioned agathering space thatmusicians would cherish.

MusicattheIntersection,gatesopenat12:30p.m.onSept.14and11a.m.onSept.15

Maingatelocatedon3200blockofWashingtonAvenue,St.Louis, musicattheintersection.org

SEPT.19,2024

“ForestParkConcert,”presentedbySt.LouisSymphonyOrchestra,7p.m. ArtHillinForestPark,35FineArtsDrive,St.Louis,314-534-1700,slso.org

“TheConcertHall wasbuiltbefore amplifiersandsoundequipment were invented,”Palermosays.“The combination ofthe room’ssize, shapeandmaterials usedmakefor a space that – asartist RhiannonGiddenssaidlast year – ‘wraps youin awarmhug.’ Audiences feellike they are sharing a living roomwithan artist,andartistsalwaysfeel a special connectionwithourgreataudiences.That makes formagical concerts.”

ButTheSheldonoffersmore thanjust exceptionalperformances.It’salsohome tomore than 7,000squarefeetofart galleryspace.

“TheGalleryiscentralandessential totheSheldonexperience,”Palermosays. “Visitorsshouldalwaysallowsomeextra timebeforeourconcertstowalkour Galleryspace.Curiosityisrewarded.”

TheSheldon,3648WashingtonAve., St.Louis,314-533-9900,thesheldon.org

SEPT.23,2024

“OpenStrings,”presentedbyChamberMusicSocietyofSt.Louis,7:30p.m. PillsburyTheatre,560TrinityAve.,UniversityCity,314-935-2926, chambermusicstl.org

SEPT.28TO29,2024

EvolutionFestival,gatesopenat1p.m.eachday ForestParkLangenbergField,5595GrandDrive,St.Louis, evolutionfestival.com

PhotocourtesyofTheSheldon

THEATER

ByAmandaDahl

Broadway toursthatmake their way toSt. Louisare the resultof yearsofplanningandpreparation. JohnO’Brien,VPofprogrammingand marketingatTheFabulousFox,dedicates eachseasontosecuring“thehottest showsonBroadway–“theTonywinners, thehardestticketstoget”–allwiththe aimofmakinghisbelovedcityproud.

“St. Louisisoneofthetopmarkets inthe country fortouringBroadway,” O’Briensays,promisingaudiencesthat this yearthey will“getsomethingnewer, something classic,something funny, somethingthatmakes youthink.”

Thisseasonincludesshows thatare designedto challenge andinspire, with fresh retellingsof familiarstories from afeministperspective.Forinstance, “& Juliet”imagines afuture where oneof Shakespeare’smost famousstar-crossed loverssurvives,allsetto a soundtrack featuringpopiconslike Britney Spears and Katy Perry. “Six”bringsthetragic truestoriesofKingHenryVIII’swivesto life in a sensational concert format.

“Everythinginthisseasonis empoweringwithouttryingtodefine ‘empowerment,’”O’Briensays,noting thatagencycomesinmanyforms,as is evidencedinthetruestoryofmusic

icon NeilDiamond,who wantedto share hissongswithouttakingthestage. Ashistoryshows,Diamondstepped uptothemicrophoneand reached astronomicalheightsinhiscareer.

Fictional characterssuch asKimberly Akimboandtheleadsin“SomeLike itHot”alsoportray journeys ofselfdiscovery.ForAkimbo, who faces arare genetic conditionthat rapidlyagesher, “she wantstomaximize herlife,” O’Brien says.“SomeLike itHot” characters JoeandJerrydisguisethemselvesto alludethemob,andintheprocess, face introspection.Thesepersonaljourneys are somethingwithwhich audiencescan connect,O’Briensays:“We all wantto haveavoice andthatsenseofself.”

Inclusivity extendsbeyondthe stage, withdiversity evidentamongthe hundredsofpeople workingbehindthe scenestodevelop, produce andtour theseshows.

“Ithinkthesignof awell-constructed musicalorshow iswhenanyonecansee themselvesin acharacteror a musical,” O’Briensays,offeringthe exampleof Native AmericanplaywrightLarissa FastHorse’s reworkofthe classicstoryof “Peter Pan.”

“It’s cooltoseesomethinglike the

Visitladuenews.comto discoverwhichBroadwayshow hasSt.Louisroots,seethisyear’s fulllineupandperusevideo previewsofthe2024season.

‘SomeLike itHot’creative team,” O’Brien continues.“Youhave thisdreamteam ofmusicaltheater, withthecreatorsof ‘Hairspray’ comingtogetherwithAmber Ruffin,thishilariousTVwriterand now stage writer, andMatthewLopez, acelebratedstage playwright – this incrediblemixofcreatives.”

Broadway’sbiggestshowsalsobenefit fromcomingtoSt.Louisandgracing TheFabulousFox’shistoricstage.“Cast memberscomein,walkingthroughour stagedoorandjustlookingupwiththeir mouthsopeninawe,”O’Brienadds.“We reallyareoneofthemostspecialcities andvenuesforBroadwayinthecountry.”

TheFabulousFox,527N.GrandBlvd., St.Louis,314-534-1111(ticketinformation), 314-535-1700(seasontickets),fabulousfox.com

PhotobyMatthewMurphy

Dramas,comediesandmusicalsaplentykick offSt.Louis’2024-25theaterseason.

Aswebidadieutosummer’s theatricaltriumphsatTheMuny andSt.LouisShakespeareFestival, amongothers,apanoplyofexcitingnew offeringsawaitsattheaterslargeand smallacrossthemetroarea.Here’sataste ofwhat’scomingup.

TheBlackRep beginsits48thseason onSept. 4 withitsopeningpresentation, “BluesintheNight”at Washington University’sEdisonTheatre. The Tonynominatedmusical revueshowcasesthe bluesmusical genre in a storyaboutthree womensetin1930sChicago. “Bluesinthe Night”runsthroughSept.22,withtickets availableattheblackrep org or314-534-3807.

AlsofromBroadway,thenationaltour ofanewversionof“Shrek:TheMusical” willbeperformedonOct.16aspartof the BroadwayatStifelTheatre series atthatvenue.Ticketsareavailableat ticketmaster.com.

StagesSt. Louis wrapsupits2024 summerseasonwithanautumnentrytitled

OCT.4TO13

“Ragtime:TheMusical,” oneofthemost laudedmusicalsinthelast25 years.Setat theturnofthe20th century, “Ragtime”is a movingstoryaboutthefight forequalityby immigrants, racialminoritiesand women,as threedisparatestoriesarewoundtogether in a powerfulbookwrittenby Terrence McNally, withlyricsby LynnAhrensand musicbyStephenFlaherty, allbasedon thenovelbyE.L.Doctorow. “Ragtime”will beperformedSept.20toOct.20atthe Kirkwood PerformingArtsCenter. Ticketsare availableatstagesstlouis.org or314-821-2407.

NewJewishTheatre presentsthe regionalpremiereof“Trayf,”byLindsay Joelle,fromSept.12to29attheJewish CommunityCenter’sWoolStudioTheatre. “Trayf”isthestoryoftwoyoungmen drivingtheirChabad“MitzvahTank” around1990sNewYorkCityandfinding theirliveschangedbyexposuretothe secularworld.Ticketsareavailableat newjewishtheatre.orgor314-442-3283.

Thisfallalsobringsseveralnewplays

“RedJasper,”presentedbyGaslightTheater,timesvarybyday GaslightTheater,358N.BoyleAve.,St.Louis,gaslighttheater.net

OCT.9TO26

“AmIDangerous?”,presentedbyContrabandTheatre,7:30p.m. TheChapel,6238AlexanderDrive,St.Louis,contrabandtheatre.org

totheSt.Louisstage. SATE continues its“SeasonofTransformations”with ShualeeCook’s“TempestinaTeapot,” atalethatreimaginesagrown-upAlice Liddell’schanceencounterwithLewis Carrollyearsafterhepenned“Alicein Wonderland”forher.Inthisimaginative story,Alicerevisitsthewhimsical worldofCarroll’screation,enacting Shakespeare’s“TheTempest”alongside theeccentriccharacterssheoncemetat theMadTeaParty.“TempestinaTeapot” runsfromSept.11to28atTheChapel, withticketsavailablethroughEventbrite.

NewLineTheatre opensits33rd seasonwithapresentationofthe musical,“AmericanIdiot,”fromSept.12 throughOct.5attheMarcelleTheaterin GrandCenter.“AmericanIdiot,”whichis basedonrockbandGreenDay’sconcept albumofthesamename,haditsSt. LouispremiereatNewLinebackinthe company’s2015-16season.Ticketsare availableatmetrotix.comor314-534-1111.

OCT.10TONOV.2

“Nevermore,”presentedbyStrayDogTheatre,8p.m. TowerGroveAbbey,2336TennesseeAve.,St.Louis,314-865-1995, straydogtheatre.org

OCT.18TONOV.3

“Lungs,”presentedbyAlbionTheatre,timesvarybyday KranzbergArtsCenterBlackBoxTheatre,501N.GrandBlvd.,St.Louis, albiontheatrestl.org

ByMarkBretz

STARTINGSTRONG

PhotocourtesyofTheBlackRep

VISUAL ARTS

TheInternationalPhotographyHallofFame awardsadiversegroupofphotographers whoseworkhasshapedtheartform.

At theInternationalPhotography Hallof FameandMuseuminSt. Louis,the countdowntothe2024 InductionCeremonyfeelslike thecalm before theshutter clicks – anticipation hangsintheair, thick withthepromiseof stories waitingtobetold.Asthe evening approaches,themuseumhumswiththe energyofthelegendsithonors – images ofbreathtakinglandscapes,intimate portraitsandthought-provokingsocial commentariessilentlyechothroughthe halls.The event,set for Nov.1 at.ZACKin theGrandCenterArtsDistrict,planstobe more thanjust acelebration;it’s a moment where thepast,presentand future of photographyconverge underone roof

“Photographyismorethanjustanart form–it’sawayofseeingtheworld,of capturingthecomplexitiesandbeauty thatsurroundus,”saysStephenBruns, directorofoperationsatIPHF,ashe reflectsontheimportanceofthisyear’s inductees.“Thephotographerswe’re inductingthisyearhaveeachcontributed somethinginvaluabletothismedium.”

Amongtheinducteesis Eve Arnold, a trailblazingphotojournalistwhose careerismarkedbyhersensitiveyet powerfulportraits.Arnold wasoneof thefirst womentojointheprestigious MagnumPhotography Collective, and herimages – such astheiconicportrait ofMarilynMonroeonthesetof“Misfits” – are etchedintothe collective memory ofphotography enthusiastsaroundthe world.“Eve Arnold’s work,especially herportraitsofMarilynMonroe, capture somethingdeeplyhumanandvulnerable,” Bruns reflects.“She was a pioneer, notjust for womeninphotography, but forthe fieldas a whole.”

The2024classofinducteesisa vibranttapestryofvoices,eachwith adistinctivestyleandvision. Richard

Misrach,knownforhislarge-scale colorphotography,hasspentdecades exploringtheintersectionofhumanity andnature.Hisimagesemphasizeasense ofurgencyaboutthedelicatebalance ofourecosystems,offeringaprofound commentaryonthestateofourplanet.

2024INDUCTEESANDAWARDEES

SamAbell

EveArnold

PaulCaponigro

RichardMisrach

MartinParr

AnneWilkesTucker

JamesBalog willreceivethe2024IPHFVisionaryAward.

JoiningMisrachis JamesBalog,this year’sVisionaryAwardrecipient.Balog hasbeenarelentlessdocumentarian ofclimatechange,particularlyinthe Antarctic.Hishauntinglybeautiful imagesofretreatingglaciersserveas astarkreminderoftheenvironmental challengesweface.“BothMisrachand Baloghaveusedtheircamerastotell storiesthatneedtobetold,”Brunsadds. “They’renotjustcapturingbeautiful images–they’readvocatingforthefuture ofourplanet.”

Butit’snotjusttheenvironmentthat thesephotographersare turningtheir lensestoward. Martin Parr, another inductee, brings a satirical eye tomodern societyand consumerism.His work,which oftenhas a humorousedge, juxtaposes theidealismofleisure andtravelwiththe realitiesof commercialism.“Parr’s images makeuslaugh,buttheyalsomakeus think,”Brunsnotes.“He’sacommentator ontheabsurditiesofmodernlife,using hislenstoholdamirroruptosociety.”

Oneofthemostunexpectedinductees

thisyearis AnneWilkesTucker,a museumcuratorwhoseinclusion speaksvolumesabouttheimportance ofthosewhoadvocateforandelevate thephotographicarts.Tuckerreceived morevotesthananyothernominee thisyearandhasspentmostofher careerchampioningphotographersand bringingtheirworktoaglobalaudience. “It’sareminderthatbehindeverygreat photographer,thereareoftencurators andadvocateswhohelpbringtheirwork totheworld’sattention,”Brunssays.

Astheorganization evolves,Mark Brawn, co-chairoftheboard ofdirectors, highlightsIPHF’snew directiontoward onlineprogrammingandinternational outreach.“Werecentlylaunched aworldclass website,reaching over50,000 visitorsglobally,” Brawnsays.“Our goal isto expandourinternational reach while fostering collaborationwithinthe globalphotographycommunity.” The organizationis excitedtobringin-person eventsback,includingthe Nov.1ceremony, after yearsofvirtual celebrations.

Forthosewhomaynotbeable toattendtheceremony,IPHFisalso planningapop-upexhibitatthe KranzbergArtsCentertoshowcasethe workofthisyear’sinductees.Butasthe lightsdimonthestage,theimpactof thesephotographerswillcontinueto reverberatethroughthehallsofIPHFand beyond.“Honoringtheseindividualsis aboutmorethanjustcelebratingtheir pastachievements,”Brunsreflects.“It’s aboutrecognizingthewaythey’veshaped thefutureofphotographyandhowtheir workwillcontinuetoinspiregenerations tocome.”

InternationalPhotographyHallofFame, 1315N.HighwayDrive,Fenton,Missouri, iphf.org

TALESCARVEDINTIME

ByConnieMitchell

Thisnewexhibitionexplorestherichnarrativeswoveninto Africanarts,invitingvisitorstoseebeyondthesurface.

It startedwith ac hair. Sinc e its additiontotheSaint L ouisArt Museum’s c ollectionin1943,visitors have beenmesmerizedby ac hief’s c hairmadeby a Chokwe artist fr om Angola.The c hair, crafted fr om wood, brassandhide ,symbolizespolitical powerwithitscarveddepictionsof Chokwe life.

“Oneofthemost commonquestions when I leadvisitorsthroughthesubSaharanart galleriesis,‘What’sthestory aboutthis chair?’”says NicholeBridges, theMorton D. May curatoroftheartsof Africa,OceaniaandtheAmericas.“The narrative ofthisitemisthattheimagery representedonthat chair reinforced the reach,purview, powerandauthority ofthe chiefwho oversaw allofthese activitiesinthe community.” Bridges notesthatduringpublic ceremonies, the chief wouldsitbesidethe chair, notonit,allowingonlookersto fully appreciatetherich carvingsandwhat theyrepresented.

WhileBridgesmay notbe a “narratologist,” shepossesses a deep understandingofhow storiesare communicatedthroughAfricanart. Herdoctoraldissertation focusedon intricatelycarvedelephanttuskscreated

by19th-century Kongo artists.“I’ve been thinkingaboutnarrativefor a longtime andhow Africanarts convey narratives.” Since proposingtheideain2018and receiving fundingtopursueitin2020, Bridgeshasbeen workingtobring SLAMvisitors a morecomprehensive understandingofthis conceptby curatingthenewexhibition“Narrative WisdomandAfricanArts.”

The exhibitionwillshowcasemor e than150 worksacrossfive selections, featuringhistoricand c ontemporary sculptures,textiles,paintings, photography, decorative objectsand audiovisualpieces – includingthree ex amplesofthecarvedtusksthat Bridgesstudied extensively

“[Thetusks]haveverydetailed imagesshowingfiguresin various scenesandvignettescarvedin a spiral bandupandaroundthetusk,butthey don’t c onveyac ontinuousnarrative,” Bridgessays.“Ithinkthiskindofnonsequential c onceptissomethingthat willsurpriseand c halleng e visitors because , as Westerners, we’r e always wantingtolook for a linearnarrative.”

Anaudioguideaccompaniesthe exhibition, featuringinsights from Bridgesandother expertsacross variousfields relatedtothe exhibition’s content.Special events,including anOct.18openingperformance by YacoubaSissoko,a master kora player fromMali,will furtherenrich the exhibition experience.

“Narrative WisdomandAfrican Arts”willrun Friday, Oct.18,through Feb.16,2025.Bridges workedwith curatorialassistantAmy Clarkand research assistantElyse D. Schaeffer Thedevelopmentofthe exhibition was supportedby acommunityadvisory group comprisedoflocalmembers representingSt. Louis’AfricanandBlack diasporic communities.Tickets cost$12 foradults,$10 forseniorsandstudents, and$6 for children 6 to12.

The exhibitionencouragesvisitors tothinkmore broadlyaboutnarrative andhow itis expressedbyindividuals and communitiesthroughart.Bridges emphasizesthatvisitorswillencounter a diversearray ofviewpoints, from Africankingsand chiefs totheartists themselvesandthe average citizen.“It’s a democraticlookatallthese voices,” shesays.

SaintLouisArtMuseum,OneFineArts Drive,St.Louis,314-721-0072,slam.org

PhotobyGosetteLubondo,courtesyofSaintLouisArtMuseum

ThirdDegreeGlassFactoryhosts“BeyondtheFamiliar”exhibit featuringtwoartistsfromNetflix’shitshow“BlownAway.”

ThirdDegreeinSt.Louisturns uptheheatwith“Beyond theFamiliar”–anexhibition displayingtheworksofMiNHiEngland andJohnSharvin,twointernationally renownedglassartistsfeaturedinseason threeoftheNetflixseries“BlownAway.” Theexhibitionmarkstheirreturnto TDGaftertheirresidency,workshopand demonstrationslastDecember.

“Blown Away” featurestenartists competingin a seriesofglassblowing sculpturechallengestowin a $100,000prize. EnglandandSharvinemergedasthefirst andsecondrunners-upinseasonthree, which premieredinJuly2022.Since then, theshow hasbroughtnew opportunities.

“TheexposureIhadfromtheshow propelledmypractice,”Englandsays. “Suddenly,Ihadtheopportunitytoshow myworkallovertheworld.”

“Beyondthe Familiar,” which opened Aug.1, exploresthetransitional workofthe two artistsnavigatingimmenselifechanges

JUNE2024TOJUNE2025

anddivingintothemesofgriefand exploration.Atfirstglance, thesculptures appearplayfulandwhimsical,but a deeper look reveals complexityanddarkness, encouragingviewersto reflectontheir own experiencesandlife journeys.

Englanduseshersculpturesto express herstruggleswithidentity Drawing from Korean folklore andhistory, shebeganto reconnectwithherheritage and channel thosediscoveriesintoherart.

“Overthepast coupleof years, I have beenintheprocessoffinding myself again,” Englandsays.“Partofthatprocess hasinvolved a curiosityabout myKorean heritage and exploringtheaspectsof my life thathave alwaysfelt far away. Though my motherisof Koreandescent, Iwas raisedasanEnglish-speakingAmerican. To ease myway into my background, I startedto read Korean folklore andlearn about Koreanhistory. Thecreaturesinthe exhibitionare influencedby my findings, withan awkward,humoroustwistin my

“PopStars!PopularcultureandContemporaryArt”exhibition 21cMuseumHotelSt.Louis,1528LocustStreet,St.Louis,314-940-2333, 21cmuseumhotels.com/stlouis

SEPT.6,2024TOFEB.9,2025

GreatRiversBiennialexhibitionsbySajIssa,BasilKincaidandRonaldYoung ContemporaryArtMuseumSt.Louis,3750WashingtonBlvd., St.Louis,314-535-4660,camstl.org

SEPT.6,2024

renderings.In away,I view theanimals as a typeofself-portrait.They depictthe awkwardfeelingsofgrowingupinthe UnitedStatesseparated fromhalfof my culture, slightlymisplacedandpeculiar.”

Sharvinfindshissculpturesbeneficial notonlytocommunicatingheaviertopics toaudiences,butalsotoprocessingthose feelingshimself.

“Istrugglewithtalkingaboutintimate andcomplexemotionspubliclyand privately.Myarthelpstheconversation movealongforme,”Sharvinsays. “It’stherapeutictovisuallydepictmy emotionsandfeelings.…Ioftenfind myselfconnectingwith[thesepieces] whilemakingthem.”

“Beyondthe Familiar”isopentothe public10a.m.to 5p.m. Tuesday through Saturday andnoonto 4p.m.Sunday until Sept.27 Allpiecesareavailable forpurchase

ThirdDegreeGlassFactory,5200DelmarBlvd., St.Louis,314-367-4527, thirddegreeglassfactory.com

“ShapeShift”exhibitionbyScottBurtonand“InTwo”exhibitionbyBrendanFernandes PulitzerArtsFoundation,3716WashingtonBlvd.,St.Louis,314-754-1850, pulitzerarts.org

OCT.25,2024TOMARCH9,2025

“Currents124”exhibitionbyCrystalZCambell SaintLouisArtMuseum,OneFineArtsDrive,St.Louis,314-721-0072, slam.org

ByLaurenLeady

ALLFIREDUP

PhotoscourtesyofThirdDegreeGlassFactory

Heritag Shining

ByBethanyChristo >PhotoscourtesyofTheSenyCollection

DoloRoseBrewer,the

Thename“TheSenyCollection”isrichwithmeaning. InfounderDoloRoseBrewer’snativeGuineanlanguage, “seny”translatesto“gold”or“brilliance.”It’salsotheAfrican nameofhereldestdaughter,Audrey,andatributetoa cherishedfriendwhojourneyedwithBrewertotheU.S.at theageof15.Beyondthesepersonalconnections,however,“seny”also embodiestheinnerradianceBrewerseekstoimbueintothecollection’s handcraftedpieces.

“Tome,anythingmadebyhandisluxury,”Brewersays.“Whenyou createaproduct,youhavetomakesurethequalityisabovethenorm sopeoplebuyitbecausetheyloveitratherthanwantingto‘support’ anddoagooddeed.Whenyoubuyaluxuryproduct,itevokesafeeling inyoubecausethebeautyandthequalitypleaseyou;it’smorethanjust acknowledginganartisanwhomadeit.”

TheSenyCollectionoffersanassortmentofbracelets,necklaces,rings, leathergoods,handbagsandaccessories,allcraftedbyasmallnetwork ofpredominatelyfemaleartisansinKenya,GhanaandBrewer’snative Guinea.AmongthemostpopularitemsaretheEmpressandSolacerings, theAudreynecklace(namedafterherdaughter)andbeadedbracelets fromtheflagshipKazuricollection.Since1975,Kazurihasemployedlocal womentocrafteachbeadbyhand–frompurifyingtheclaytorolling, firingandassemblingtheone-of-a-kindstackingbracelets.

TheSenyCollectionbeganwithasimpleartisaninKenya,whom Brewerconnectedwiththroughanoldfriendshelivedwithafter emigratingtotheU.S.Theroommateoftenreceivedhandmade

productsfromafriendinKenya,andBrewergrewtoadmirethe craftsmanshipandluxuryoftheseitems.In2018,shereconnectedwith herformerroommateandtheirKenyanfriendtoreceivesamplesand beganbuildingTheSenyCollection,beadbybead.Brewerofficially registeredherbusinessasanLLCin2021andrecentlyopenedabyappointment-onlyshowroom,inadditiontoanonlinemarketplace.

Brewer’sjourneywasn’twithoutchallenges.Sheearnedabachelor’s degreeinhealthsciencestudiesandworkedinpublichealthwhile planningforhermaster’sdegree.AftermovingtoSt.Louiswithher husbandin2017,thebirthofherfirstdaughter,Audrey,broughtashift inherlife’sdirection.

“Itawakenedsomethinginme,”Brewersays.“Iwentfromwanting togobacktoworkandgetmymaster’stowantingtofindsomething thatwouldallowmetoexploremypassionmorebutalsostayhome andtakecareofher.”

Astheword“seny”implies,Brewer’spassions–female empowerment,innerstrength,communitybuildingandconnection–havealwaysbeencentraltohermission.“It’salmostlikeIwaslosing myself,”sheadmits.“Iwantedtoreclaimmyidentity,toshineandbe thelightIwantedtoseeintheworld,andtohaveothersbeinspiredby thatlight.Seny,forme,representsthatawakening–mydaughterwas thecatalystthatmademeseekoutmypurpose,bothasamotherand asahumanbeing.”

InJune,Brewertookherthreedaughters–Adelyn,Imaniand Audrey–onamonth-longtriptoGuinea.Thejourneywasbotha

chancetointroducethemtotherichnessoftheirheritageandan opportunitytoaddthreenewartisanstohernetwork.

“Intoday’sworld,weneedoneanother,”Brewersays.“It’snot thatyouneedtodosomethingbigtoinfluencetheworld–youhave toknowyourselffirstandmakethesmallestchangestohaveabigger effect.Iwantmydaughterstoappreciatetheworldandunderstand thatthereareothersouttherestrivingtoimprovetheirownlives whilehelpingothers.Whateverpaththeychoose,theycancreate opportunitiesforthemselvesandothers.Everythingwehaveis becauseofsomeoneelse.”

OnSept.28,TheSenyCollectionwillhostafashionshowtitled “RadiantRed”toraiseawarenessforsicklecelldisease,honoraclose frienddiagnosedwiththecondition,andcelebrateresilience,strength andunityamongwomen.TheeventunderscoresBrewer’sbeliefinthe powerofglobalconnectionandinnerempowerment.

“Werelyoneachother’stalentstoliveinthisworld.Weareall connected,andouractionshavearippleeffect,”Brewersays.“How dowedothatsoeveryonecanwinonaglobalscale?That’swhere myvisionis–tohaveaglobalizationmindsettowhateverIwant toaccomplish.”

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BOTTOMSUP!

SoulardOktoberfest

Date:Oct.11to12

Location:SoulardMarketPark, S.8thSt.,St.Louis

Tickets:Freeandopentothepublic

Whyyoushouldgo: Thisfamily-friendly eventfeatureslivebands,authenticGerman cuisine,awinegardenandnumerous beerstands.Foranupgradedexperience, purchasea$30tickettotheBudweiserVIP Tent,whichincludesexclusivegiveaways, a2024officialstein,specialentertainment andmore.

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OktoberfestSTL2024

Date:Oct.11to13

Location:VariouslocationsinTheGroveand MidtownneighborhoodsofSt.Louis

Tickets:Freeandopentothepublic

Whyyoushouldgo: Thisthree-dayeventoffers livemusic,stein-holdingcompetitions,asilent disco,axethrowing,craftvendorsandadditional activities.Thefirsttwodaysareheldoutdoors onManchesterAvenueandindoorsat TheGroveBierhall,andSunday’sfestivities movetoMidtownBrewery&Biergartenfor afamily-friendlyBavarianBrunch.

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OktoberfestFoodFestival2024

Date:SaturdaysandSundaysfromnowtoSept.22

Location:SixFlagsSt.Louis,4900SixFlagsRoad,Eureka,Missouri

Tickets:Entryfreewithparkadmission

Whyyoushouldgo: EnjoytraditionalOktoberfestfareandfestivities alongsideyourfavoritethrillrides.Ticketholderscanindulgeincraft andseasonalbrewspairedwithalimited-timemenuofGerman-inspired dishesanddessertswhileenjoyinglivemusic.

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St.CharlesOktoberfest

Date:Sept.27to29

Location:FrontierPark,500S.RiversideDrive,St.Charles

Tickets:Freeandopentothepublic

Whyyoushouldgo: Voted“TheBestFood&DrinkEventinSt.Louis”by FeastMagazine,thisyear’sfestivalissuretopleaseattendeesonceagain forits38thyear.Highlightsincludeabrat-eatingcontest,5kand10kraces, andanantiquecarshow.

Learnmore:saintcharlesoktoberfest.com

OktoberfestinHermann

Date:Fridays,SaturdaysandSundaysOct.4to27

Location:VariouslocationsinHermann,Missouri

Tickets:Variesbyevent

Whyyoushouldgo: CelebrateOktoberfesteveryweekendinOctober withmusic,crafts,dancing,beer,wineandfestivalsacrossmultiple venuesinHermann.

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St.LouisOktoberfestBarCrawl

Date:Sept.28

Location:RockwellBeerCompany, 1320S.VandeventerAve.,St.Louis

Tickets:Upto$24.99

Whyyoushouldgo: Kickoffanexcitingnightofbar hoppingstartingatRockwellBeerCompany.Thecrawl includesaccesstomorethanfourvenues,withdrinkdealsand high-energymusicateachstop.Gatheryourcrewforanighttoremember!

Learnmore:eventbrite.com/e/st-louis-oktoberfest-bar-crawltickets-906494498447

BellevilleOktoberfest

Date:Sept.20to21

Location:VariouslocationsinBelleville,Illinois

Tickets:Freeandopentothepublic;ticketedeventsincludetheCornhole TournamentandWienerDogRace

Whyyoushouldgo: BringthefamilytoBellevilletoenjoyentertainment, vendorsandfriendlycompetition.Attendeescansignupinadvancefor theCornholeTournamentandtheWienerDogRace,ortheycanpop intobrowselocalvendorsandenjoylivemusic.Themainstagelineup includes TaylorSwiftandBlink-182 coverbands,andtheGermanStage and CommunityStagewillfeaturemorebandsanddanceperformances.

Learnmore:bellevilleoktoberfest.com

Zootoberfest+

Date:Sept.27

Location:SaintLouisZoo, 1GovernmentDrive,St.Louis

Tickets:Zoomembers$35; non-members$45

Date:Sept.13to15

DasBevoOktoberfest2024

Location:DasBevo,4749GravoisAve., St.Louis

Tickets:Freeandopentothepublic

Whyyoushouldgo: Oktoberfest isbackatDasBevo,andit willincludefood,beerand performancesbyfour differentbands,including TheBolzenBeerBand fromNebraskawith theirsignature“party punkpolka.”Prizes willbeawardedforthe best-dressedattendees–dogsincluded!

Learnmore:dasbevo.com/events/ das-bevo-oktoberfest-2024

Whyyoushouldgo: HostedbytheZooYoungProfessionals,Zootoberfest+ willincludebeersamplesandtastings,acomplimentarytastingglass, musicalentertainment,openattractionsandanimalexperiencesincluding theStingraysatCaribbeanCove,thesealiontunnelandZoolineRailroad. German-themedfoodandadditionalbeverageswillbeavailablefor purchase.ComebackforfreewiththekidsSept.28to29andOct.5to6 forallages,family-friendlyZootoberfestfun.

Learnmore:stlzoo.org/events/zootoberfest21

GermanCulturalSocietyofSt.LouisOktoberfest

Date:Sept.13to15

Location:DonauPark,5020W.FourRidgeRoad,HouseSprings,Missouri

Tickets:Freeandopentothepublic

Whyyoushouldgo: Enjoylivemusicanddanceperformancesthroughout theweekend,withfoodserveddailyuntilsoldout.Theeventwillwrap withtwosoccergamesonthefinalday.

Learnmore:germanstl.org/events/oktoberfest

F un R un FIELDGUIDE

ByAshleyKlein

Fallisfun-runseason.Trainingforraces likecostumedHalloweenrunsand Thanksgivingturkeytrotsisagreat waytorallyyourfriendsandfamily, torevivethoselong-forgottenfitness resolutionssetinJanuary,orjusttoenjoysome crispautumnmorningswhiletheylast.

Arguably,preparingforracedayrequires evenmoredisciplinethancompletingtherace itself.Butwiththeexpertiseofthesetwolocal runningcoaches–MikeFlynn,BigRiverRunning Company’sUniversityCitystoremanagerand programdirector;andMarkSpewak,ownerand coachatSpewakTraining–you’llbetrotting yourtailfeathersoffinnotime.

‘T istheseasontotrainforspooky sprints,turkeytrotsandjolly ja unts.Showup preparedonracedaywiththeseexperts’tips.

How would y ouradvicefortraining for funrundifferbasedonthe experience ofa runner? Would y ounecessarily recommendthesetypes ofevents toacomplet e beginner?

Spewak: Iabsolutelylovefun runs!Runningisarecreationalsport andshouldbeinclusivetoalllevels andabilities.Ifyouareanewrunner, sticktothemileor5Kdistance,thenwork yourwayuptolongerracesinthefutureafter youhaveestablishedaroutine.Peopleoftenstart withdistancesthataretoofarforthem,andthey eithergetinjuredorhaveanegativeexperience thatturnsthemawayfromrunning.

Flynn: Community 5K races can be a great goal for newer runners or former runners looking to reconnect with the sport. Planning ahead and allocating two to three months to train will provide for a more enjoyable experience on event day.

Consistency is key! Progressively build up the duration and frequency of your running and walking over time. Sometimes walking is stigmatized, but interspersing walk breaks into your running training is a great way to build endurance.

H o w can runner s set re asonable g oals t o incre ase their distance in time for their cho sen e vent?

Flynn: Resist the urge to do too much too soon. Following a training plan will help set you up for success and avoid overuse injuries that can come from training too aggressively

Remember to have fun! If it's your first time running a certain distance, whether that be a mile, a 5K or a marathon, I encourage you to set your primary goal as finishing the race and completing the distance. Celebrate your small gains!

Spewak: I like to encourage my athletes to set three different types of goals: one they can reach just by consistently sticking with their training plan, one they can achieve with ideal race-day conditions, and one they might not accomplish in this training cycle but can keep working toward in the future.

As far as properly increasing distance, my recommendation is to increase your training mileage every three weeks by roughly 10%.

H o w would y ou addres s common challeng es runner s might face, such as sorenes s or lo sing motiv ation?

Spewak: Every runner will go through hardship, especially if you participate in the sport long enough. It’s important to have structure and a purpose if you are going to

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not only be successful but [also] healthy Seeking out a running coach locally or online is a great place to start.

Flynn: Minor aches and pains are fairly common among newer runners. It’s important to differentiate between minor “niggles” and serious injuries. If in doubt, consult a medical professional or coach. Proper footwear can play a major role in mitigating or alleviating common ailments such as shin splints. Visit a local run specialty store like Big River (locations in West County, South City and University City) to get fit for shoes.

When it comes to motivation, remember: Mood follows action! There are many times that I don’t feel like going for a run, but it is extremely rare that I regret going for a run.

An y da y-of tip s for racer s?

Flynn: Lay out your gear the night before; arrive early to relieve stress associated with parking and porta-potty lines; and review the race route, which is often published on the event website, in advance to see the course elevation profile and location of any water stops.

Do a dress rehearsal of the race morning in training, find a pre-race dinner and breakfast that your GI tract agrees with, and make sure to hydrate in the days leading up to your event and on race morning. Focus on sleep in the week leading up to your event. It’s common to be nervous and have trouble sleeping the night before, but if you’ve gotten good sleep earlier in the week, you'll be a-okay.

Spewak: For race morning, the rule of thumb is to have breakfast around two hours before you race Everyone is different, and if you are struggling with fueling and what to eat, please consider speaking with a sports dietitian.

To make race mornings less hectic, plan where you are going to park the day before If the race offers bib pickup prior to race morning, take advantage of that so you can have your bib

“They have all the ingredients for the best shoe,” he says. “Brooks has come through with the widths and construction for runners, walkers, cross-trainers [and more].”

Consistency is key! Progressively build up the duration and fequency of your running and walking over time.

– MIKE FLYNN

pinned on your shirt/singlet the day before your race Race mornings are a lot easier when you can have fewer curve balls thrown at you.

H o w can re ader s work with y ou and y our t e am t o prepare for a fun run?

Spewak: We are always taking on new clients of all levels and abilities! We also offer free 30-minute consultation calls that give the athlete and coach the opportunity to learn more about each other and to determine what service would be best. Feel free to email me at mark@spewaktraining.com. You can find more information on our staff, partners and organization on our website

Flynn: Email coaching@bigriverrunning.com for a complimentary 11-week 5K training plan that contains options for various fitness levels. We host free weekly in-person group runs with coach support. Our next 5K training season will begin in March. Big River also offers personalized coaching services for a fee for those looking for more support or guidance

Big River Running Company, multiple locations , bigriverrunning.com

Spewak Training, 314-705 -2992, spewaktraining.com

Interviews have been edited for brevity and clarity.

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