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ATRIUM GALLERY Now newly moved to St. Louis’ extreme western edge, Atrium Gallery is reopening with an exhibition showcasing artist Lesley Dill, whose works include Poem Dress of Circulation, this 48- by 41½- by 8-inch acrylic, lithographic piece involving thread on chiri kozo paper from 1993, as related by LN copy editor and staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach.

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Inside Design Feature: Blue Dahlia Designs

STYLE 40 42 43

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Style Speak On Trend Feature: Gurley Glow

Abode Feature:

BLUE DAHLIA DESIGNS LN digital editor and staff writer Emily Adams relates how the mother-anddaughter team of Angie and Alyssa Mangan have realized a dual dream in blending interior design and home décor services in Webster Groves’ Blue Dahlia Designs.

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Drive the dream with Autohaus BMW, which celebrates 50 years of serving a clientele that has come to feel like family. The dealership invites you to join in the anniversary festivities at its grand reopening. Learn the details on Page 10. Pictured from left to right: general sales manager Joe Emerson and sales manager Todd Cherry. Photo by Sarah Conroy.

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EDITOR ‌WITH A MAJOR MILESTONE BIRTHDAY APPROACHING, I’M becoming more and more conscientious about self-care and anti-aging measures. So it comes with the utmost timeliness that board-certified plastic surgeon Judith Gurley of Judith Gurley Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa in Chesterfield has launched a new daytime and nighttime collection with high-tech formulas focused on helping adults obtain glowing, healthy skin.

Starting on page 43 of our Style section, LN contributing writer Brittany Nay delves into this new line of skin care products, their contents, their benefits and details of Gurley’s background that make her a true expert in the field. Plus, who couldn’t use a couple of pointers when it comes to skin care?

Also within this week’s edition, LN digital editor and staff writer Emily Adams shares the story of mother-daughter duo Angie and Alyssa Mangan – the masterminds behind Webster Groves’ Blue Dahlia Designs. Starting on page 30 of the Abode section, we hope you enjoy learning about their array of offerings, their inspiration and more.

All the best,

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November 12 through 16 Autohaus BMW celebrates 50 years of selling “The Ultimate Driving Machine” with a grand reopening.

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his year’s Ladue News Design Awards celebrated the metro area’s most stunning and remarkable interior and exterior designs of 2019. Hosted at Richmond Heights’ premier event center, Vue 17, the evening began with appetizers, cocktails and conversation, as well as gift bags courtesy of KDR Designer Showrooms. The celebration continued with an awards ceremony, hosted by Ladue News General Manager Andrea Griffith, that honored this year’s winners in the categories of top bathroom, bedroom, dining room, living space, landscape and kitchen design. The event was presented by Roth Living and sponsored by Mueller Prost, Alex Waldbart Florist, KDR Designer Showrooms and LK2 Kaim Kisner Studio.

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Classic 107.3

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espite the rain, Wine & Jazz Under the Stars, presented by radio station Classic 107.3 (Radio Arts Foundation), took place late in September at the Columbia Foundation for the Arts in St. Louis. The event featured a selection of wines and appetizers to sip and savor, while Elsie Parker and the Poor People of Paris performed a collection of jazz standards. All proceeds from the evening will benefit the RAF and its mission of fostering classical music programming and the arts in the area.

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Classic 107.3 is a unique radio station committed to providing programming in support of music and the arts for the St. Louis community. Tonight, we are thrilled to feature an evening of wine and jazz in this beautiful and artistic setting to raise both funds and awareness for the station.

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CHRIS CLARK CELEBRATION Photos and story by Christina Kling-Garrett

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nder the rubric What a Rush!, Cinema St. Louis recently celebrated artistic director Chris Clark’s 20-year dedication to the organization with a dinner and movie at the Mahler Ballroom in St. Louis’ Central West End neighborhood. During the cocktail hour, guests bid on silent auction items before enjoying more complimentary drinks and a five-course meal, prepared by chef Elizabeth Schuster of Tenacious Eats. They also viewed the 2000 American independent feature film Dinner Rush. Intermission featured a live auction, which included a trip to the Cleveland International Film Festival in 2020.

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With 20 years of unmatched dedication, Chris Clark has emphasized ‘the artistic’ in his position as artistic director of Cinema St. Louis. Known for his charm and comedic flair, Chris has garnered rave reviews for his work with the St. Louis International Film Festival, the cornerstone annual film festival presented by Cinema St. Louis.

The proceeds [from the event] benefit the mission of Cinema St. Louis, which includes showcasing the world’s best cinema and providing glimpses of the human experience from around the world.

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Mercy Hospital Foundation

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he 16th annual Benefit for Mercy Kids was held Sept. 21 at Busch Stadium. The event began with an incredible reception on the field of Busch Stadium, which included cocktails in the St. Louis Cardinals’ dugout and a VIP tour of behindthe-scenes areas of the stadium, including the locker room, kitchen and more. Alex Pietrangelo, captain of the St. Louis Blues, and Elizabeth Hill, a young adult cancer patient, served as honorary co-chairs of the event. John Mozeliak, board chair of the Mercy Hospital Foundation and president of baseball operations for the St. Louis Cardinals, was the ambassador of the event. The cocktail hour and meet-andgreet with the Blues’ captain was followed by dinner in the Red Bird Club and a live auction. More than 500 people were in attendance, and the event helped to raise more than $2.5 million for Mercy Kids.

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The importance of [this event] really is about being able to help children that need it most ... to be a part of being able to reach people who really need it and can’t afford it, and from a medical standpoint, might not be able to get it.

Tonight is a special night for all of us that are involved in Mercy.

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Grace Place Wellness Ministries

ANNIVERSARY GALA Photos and story by Christina Kling-Garrett

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race Place Wellness Ministries held its 20th annual gala in September at the Missouri Athletic Club in downtown St. Louis. Guests enjoyed passed appetizers, cocktails and a silent auction before being seated for dinner. Randolph Fauser, the organization’s president and CEO, welcomed guests, and the Rev. Scott Sailer, president of the South Dakota District-LCMS, gave the opening prayer. After dinner came a live auction, a Fund the Need component and Charis Award acknowledgements. The closing prayer came from the Rev. Dr. Lee Hagan, president of the Missouri District-LCMS. Grace Place Wellness Ministries supports and nurtures the joy and vitality in the ministry of Lutheran pastors, spouses and other church workers by inspiring and equipping them to lead healthy lives.

Pastors and other church workers are under constant stress in an increasingly secular world. Grace Place Wellness offers respite, education and encouragement to help these servants stay healthy and serve with more joy.

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eight local christian schools. one common mission: to create an alternative revenue source to provide scholarships, help offset rising tuition costs and assist families who could otherwise not afford a christian education. ditto Family resale accomplished these goals and turned that mission into reality.

General manager deborah shields, a key player since the birth of ditto, takes this initiative to heart. “two of our children attended westminster [christian Academy] and received financial aid,” she says. “so i am passionate about being a part of an organization that supports christian education and the families who desire it for their children.” shields takes pride in what ditto has accomplished in just seven years, and she is thrilled to see its current evolution as it undergoes a massive expansion. “because of the generosity of our shoppers and donors, we’ve already distributed almost one million dollars to our schools!” shields boasts.

Ditto Family Resale, 10027 Manchester Road, St. Louis, 314-394-2026, dittostl.com

Past

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ditto launched in 2012 to support central christian school, covenant christian school, Kirk day school, Heritage classical christian Academy, promise christian Academy, south city community school, twin oaks christian school and westminster christian Academy. “our member schools represent a diverse makeup in size, location and ages served, with one school dedicated to students with special needs,” shields notes. in addition, a portion of ditto’s profits benefit non-member schools as a way to give back to the community at-large.

in 2018, ditto initiated a multi-phase expansion project, with its initial phases focused on moving the sorting and storage areas to the lower level. The move allows for an additional 1,800 square feet to be devoted entirely to the retail side of the operation, including a newly-expanded area for men’s and kids’ items.

The current phase is converting its former annex into a section exclusively for women. “shoppers are incredibly excited by this new space, which combines everything the female shopper is looking for in one location,” shields explains.

“we’re always looking for ways to improve the shopping experience,” shields states. so, when the opportunity arose to take over the hair salon situated next door, ditto was ready. plans to revamp the area include creating an opening between both shops, with the new space showcasing ditto’s higher-end items. shields is excited for the possibilities this new space provides. “Having an additional 1,400 square feet will allow us to offer even more amazing items from our generous donors,” shields shares. “The additional revenue stream will further bless our schools.”

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hen it comes to remodeling, many experts recommend starting with the room where the homeowner spends the most time, and although many people instantly think of the kitchen, the bathroom, despite its relatively small footprint, also gets quite a bit of use – yet often goes overlooked.

In a perfect world, of course, the master bathroom should provide a relaxing respite at the end of a long, weary day – think a soothing bath bomb or some other tub-bubbly pleasure, perhaps coupled with a cold flute of sparkling wine – and children’s bathrooms should be both functional and fun. Also, the powder room should make a personality statement to visitors.

That said, although a “perfect bathroom” sounds appealing, it also may inspire anxiety and a host of questions by the homeowner: Where do I begin?

Whom should I call? How do I know what selections to make? Fortunately, a reputable design-build company can guide the homeowner through the process from beginning to end with as little stress as possible.

When choosing a bathroom remodeler, of course, the canny homeowner should heed various caveats.

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residential work, it almost goes without saying that the homeowner also should research potential contractors before signing any check or contract.

From there for a bathroom remodel, various factors should loom large, among them a contractor’s attention to detail, craftsmanship and customer service (like regular communication and coordination).

Whichever bathroom remodeling contractor the homeowner chooses, he or she should never neglect the integral element of trust.

Otherwise, bathroom remodels often take one of two forms: semicustom and custom.

If nothing in the bathroom is shifting location – “Well, the commode needs to be where the shower is now, and vice versa!” – and the homeowner is seeking a relatively streamlined experience, then a semicustom experience may mark the way to go. Semicustom solutions generally involve preselected products that work in every residence or almost every one, tailored to a given homeowner’s predilections. Such solutions ease the potential headache of endless options and promote a fairly straightforward production timeline. As a result, the entire process may take only a few meetings and could lead to a new bathroom in a matter of weeks.

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Like Mother, Like Daughter

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A new area home décor and interior design service shop culminates one intergenerational partnership – and two lifelong dreams.

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lyssa Mangan remembers watching her mother pick out paint chips when she was no more than 9 years old. Because she’s the daughter of both an interior designer and an architect, her world has always orbited around the beautification of her surroundings.

“I lived through, gosh, 7 to 10 years of construction inside the home, of them adding to our house and just completely making it over and creating something beautiful,” Alyssa Mangan says. “I think I always knew that, if this is a real job and I can do this for the rest of my life, of course I’m going to do that.”

After graduating from Springfield’s Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in interior design, Alyssa Mangan knew precisely what she wanted to do – bring her and her mother’s dream to fruition. “I always wanted a store where I could talk to people and inspire them,” says Angie Mangan, Alyssa’s mom and the owner of Blue Dahlia Designs in Webster Groves. “And then when Alyssa graduated, she happened to say, ‘Mom, I’d love to do this store with you.’ And I said, ‘Great, let’s do it!’ – and we jumped right in.”

Fast-forward to today, and Blue Dahlia Designs, which opened in late August, is everything the two ever wanted – including the adorable storefront with an effortlessly emblematic door in the entryway and three irresistibly cozy fireplaces inside. The store’s offerings include décor accessories, artwork, furniture, a custom upholstery line, gift items, custom artificial floral arrangements, interior design services and at-home consultations.

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“Growing up, my mom always talked about this dream of hers,” Alyssa Mangan says. “And the fact that it was something I was passionate about as well and that she let me take this on with her and share the dream, it’s just been an unbelievable experience. Being able to spend all this time with your mom, who’s one of your best friends – I mean, it’s the time of your life, making memories with someone that you love.”

Angie Mangan, while batting away grateful tears, agrees. “I don’t know if I would have found anybody that I would’ve run a business with besides her,” she says. “Not saying that there aren’t times when we step away – but I really don’t know if I would’ve done it with anybody else.”

Among the store’s most notable features are the carefully designed and everchanging vignettes set up around the floor. “We have it styled to where you feel like you’re walking into someone’s home,” Alyssa Mangan explains, “and each turn of the store you make, you’re walking into another room or you’re walking into maybe a completely different home because it’s a completely different look. We’re going to be constantly changing the vignettes, so there’s always inspiration around the corner.”

Mixing design styles comes naturally to the duo, with Angie Mangan leaning toward contemporary, colorful palettes, and Alyssa Mangan transfixed by the French country aesthetic. But these drastically different styles make them a stronger team for their customers. The pair agrees that, whether picking out inventory or stylizing vignettes, their talents and skills often feed off of one another to make each and every decision work.

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As for the Mangans’ interior design services, no project is too small or too large, from bookcase décor to entire homes, and no design style is off limits.

If customers just want an encouraging word of advice in the store, this bit of friendliness comes free of charge, but for more in-depth projects or at-home consultations, the team charges $100 per hour. The process begins with a kickoff meeting and a price estimate. “The first consultation’s really getting down to what you don’t like about your home and what we can do to make it somewhere you love to be,” Alyssa Mangan says.

No matter the type of assistance customers need, Angie Mangan says Blue Dahlia Designs is here to help. “We are hoping our store feels homey and relaxing, and if people come in with questions, no matter what their question is, we want to be there to guide them with however they want to do things,” the elder Mangan says.

Angie Mangan’s sentimentality over helping others love the space they’re in is intimately shared by her daughter. “It’s bringing someone’s personality out in ways that maybe they can’t see in themselves,” Alyssa Mangan says.

“You’re constantly meeting new people, and you’re constantly learning different things about other people’s lives, and it just awakens you to the world and everything that other people have to offer. It’s fun, and to be able to do something that’s so fun every day, I mean, it doesn’t even feel like a job most of the time.”

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By Amanda Dahl ‌Armed with a degree in business and marketing, Tracy Sheffler immediately took on the real estate industry and has made herself a lifelong career. Now, 22 years into the profession, she reflects on the nature of the business and how impactful her role can be in people’s lives.

“I love working with people and helping them to find the perfect home,” she says. “I work diligently to find and negotiate the best deals for my clients, while having fun and providing a stress-free atmosphere.”

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By Alecia Humphreys

‌ indred – a collective boutique housing a handful K of locally owned boutiques in West County Center – is on the brink of celebrating its one-year anniversary in the metro area. But that’s not the only news worth celebrating.

“We are bringing in new vendors into the store,” says Kindred visual merchandising manager Samantha Binkley. “We are opening our own line, as well, so Kindred will carry a line of its own products, which is superexciting.”

The line will expand specifically on what Binkley calls “the edgier girl.”

“Right now, we have a very specific style, so we are trying to appeal to the edgier girl with the bell bottoms, cute graphic tees and big hats,” she says.

“There are going to be lots of animal prints, suede, leather shorts and leather jeans. There is going to be a

lot of fun stuff.”

Fun certainly expands beyond the launch of the Kindred line and into the shop itself.

“It is very homey, kitschy, very Instagrammable,” says Binkley of the shop’s aesthetic. “We have handmade curtains made of quilts, so shoppers like to take pictures in front of that. They like to take photos in front of mirrors. It’s a superfun environment.”

The environment itself, though, often changes, with new inventory being presented oftentimes weekly.

“It is always something new, and it’s usually a limited time only,” says Binkley. “They [boutiques] usually don’t reorder things, so it gives them that unique individuality.”

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A skin care line created by a local plastic surgeon offers repair and protection for skin so healthy it positively glows.

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eautiful skin begins with healthy skin, according to Dr. Judith Gurley.

That’s why the board-certified plastic surgeon behind Judith Gurley Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa in Chesterfield completed thousands of hours of clinical analysis to create Gurley Glow. The medical-grade skin care line, which launched five years ago, recently released new daytime and nighttime collections with high-tech formulas focused on helping adults with all dermal types get glowing, healthy skin.

“My line is all about protecting the skin and allowing it to be as healthy as possible,” Gurley says.

“Women want beautiful skin – and really beautiful skin starts with healthy skin.”

Gurley has been in private practice for 15 years, after completing a pediatric plastic surgery fellowship and serving as an attending surgeon and assistant professor for five years at Washington University in St. Louis. “As a surgeon operating on a baby’s face, I developed a great appreciation for skin,” she says.

These days, Gurley applies her experience to adult skin care through cosmetic procedures and Gurley Glow, all available at her eponymous plastic surgery and medical spa.

With three products in each of her new collections, Gurley wants to make daytime and nighttime skin care as easy as 1-2-3. Skin care can be overwhelming and confusing as far as what to use, in what order, she says: “A big part of my job every day is education. If I can simplify skin care, women will have healthier skin,

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wear less makeup, have less skin cancer – and hopefully, down the road, need less rejuvenating skin surgeries.”

For the morning, Gurley’s daytime collection aims to cleanse, moisturize and protect skin throughout the day with three products: First, use CLEANSE, a mild, gentle daytime cleanser with rich, fatty acids to renew skin’s natural lipid layer that is also safe for compromised or post-procedure skin; second, apply mo C, a moisturizer with the antioxidant vitamin C and L-ascorbic acid to protect skin from environmental pollutants and prevent premature aging; and third, put on SHEER CREAM, a sunscreen with zinc oxide to protect against both UVA and UVB rays (two distinct types of ultraviolet light), which thin the skin and cause premature aging and dermal cancer, all resulting in unattractive, unhealthy skin.

“No one should really leave the house without having washed their face and put on a moisturizer and sunscreen,” Gurley says, adding that these three products cover those bases.

For later in the day, the nighttime collection aims to repair skin during sleep with three products: First, use FRESH, a deep cleanser, with salicylic acid to remove the daily buildup of makeup, excess oil and bacteria, which also addresses acne-prone to dry skin and readies it to accept other products; second, apply mo Z, a moisturizer with retinoids (photosensitive chemical compounds similar to vitamin A) for exfoliation, cell renewal, healing and antiaging; and third, put on HA, a serum containing hyaluronic acid (a substance that holds cells together,

lubricates bodily tissue and blocks microorganisms from spreading), which binds 1,000 times its weight in water to keep tissues moist and fresh.

“I’m a firm believer in your products should be working for you while you’re sleeping,” Gurley says.

“Our skin protects us, and it has to reset at some point during a 24-hour cycle. At nighttime, when your body is resting, it’s just such a great time to have your products do the work for you.”

Gurley says all of the products, which also are available at gurleyglow.com, pair well with rejuvenating skin procedures like microneedling, PRP, or laser, facial surgery, Botox and fillers that plastic surgeons perform in their offices, so clients can continue to manage, heal and protect their skin health daily. Taking care of the skin is a twice-daily job with a powerful impact after several months, Gurley says: “Self-care is so important. You’re really wasting time, effort, energy and money if you don’t do self-care at home. It empowers us to have some control.”

Next for Gurley Glow, new products to prep skin for winter and help reverse aging are in the works, including a soothing serum, refreshing at-home micropeel and a tinted sunscreen.

Gurley Glow products give users the glow associated with beautiful, healthy skin, Gurley says: “There’s really nobody that we can’t help with good, medical-grade skin care.”

Gurley Glow, 14825 North Outer 40 Road, Suite 350, Chesterfield, 636-812-4300, gurleyglow.com

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GAME ON!

Noteworthy

THIS NOVEMBER ‌HERE ARE FIVE THINGS ON MY MIND:

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I’m not saying Jack Flaherty is the most valuable piece of baseball property in the county. I am saying that if you factor in his talent, his age and the contract control he’s under by the Cardinals, I wouldn’t trade him for any pitcher in the land. He may eventually have Tommy John surgery. But he just had one of the greatest second halves in baseball history.

You build franchises around players like Jack Flaherty.

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You also build franchises by acquiring the most talented players in your league and keeping the most talented ones in your organization. That is what Doug Armstrong has done with the Blues. He makes at least one knockout trade per year – Brayden Schenn, Ryan O’Reilly and Justin Faulk this year.

He knew precisely when to part ways with David Backes and Kevin Shattenkirk. I think there’s a reason the Blues just won the Stanley Cup and will be good for years to come. Oh, it also helped they just got

lucky with Jordan Binnington.

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The year of St. Louis sports continues. The NCAA tourney for the Billikens, the Stanley Cup, the MLS announcement, the incredible sold-out events, World Wide Technology Raceway all summer long – and then we had golf. The PGA TOUR Champions event came to that wonderful facility, Norwood Hills Country Club. The 54-hole event ran from Sept. 28 to Oct. 4. The Ascension Charity Classic will be here for four years and will be donating a lot of money to charity. Hale Irwin, at 74, told me he’ll play. What a great event for our town.

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Despite the Cardinals’ fine division championship season, they have to upgrade the offense. They were 21st in the league in the most important offense stat, OPS – that’s “on-base plus slugging” for all you non-baseball fans. I’d do everything possible to try to sign free agent Anthony Rendon. All it will take is

By Frank Cusumano

money, and the Cardinals have a surplus of that. If you ever have to spend $200 million on a player, this is the guy to spend it on.

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Things I love doing: finding a new Netflix show (the latest I discovered is the CW’s In the Dark), having a great phone conversation with one of the kids out of town, watching my son Alex hit a golf ball, spending time with the great restaurant owners in town (the latest was Dominic), reading Harlan Coben’s mystery books, hanging out at The Gatesworth with my 92-year-old mom and watching postseason baseball.

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Treating the

Investing in COMMON COLD curiosity

By Dr. Joseph Kahn

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ust as in Game of Thrones, “Winter is coming” – and with winter come flu season and the common cold. Without question, I absolutely recommend your children – and your entire family, for that matter – get the flu shot. Although not perfect, flu shots are the best preventive measure we have for influenza.

Unfortunately, there is no prevention for a viral upper respiratory infection, aka the common cold. Your children will get colds and are likely to generously share them with you. Although there is neither vaccine nor cure for the common cold, there are measures you can take to make your children more comfortable when they have one.

Although colds are usually benign and self-limited, there are instances in which you should call your child’s doctor. Call if your child has difficulty breathing, is less than 2 to 3 months old, has a croupy or “barking” cough, develops ear pain, fever or significantly decreased activity, or feeds poorly. Most kids have none of these symptoms and just feel crummy. So what can you do to help your child feel better?

Nasal congestion is a big symptom, so keep his or her nose clear. If he or she can blow his or her nose, encourage doing so. If your child is too young for nose blowing, use a saline nasal spray and bulb syringe to keep nasal passages clear. Good hydration is critical and will help to keep nasal secretions thinner and more manageable. Offer plenty of fluids, including water and clear liquids, and whatever you can get your child to drink – though try to avoid highly sweetened drinks.

If your child has a low-grade fever or is uncomfortable and is over 6 months old, offer acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). Never give aspirin.

Over-the-counter cough and cold medications have no real use, unless suggested by your doctor or his or her office. They don’t work and do cause side effects. Elevating your child’s head during sleep may help, but elevate the head of the bed/mattress, and don’t use pillows for babies and toddlers.

Finally, be patient. Symptoms of the common cold may linger for 10 to 14 days.

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Capital adviCe

By Connie Mitchell

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Two local financial advisors share their wealth of knowledge on … well … investing wealth well.

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nowing how to manage their money and increase their assets even in rocky financial times remains a task that many Americans, at whatever level, simply aren’t qualified to tackle on their own. For most, there’s more to investing than just a 401(k) in order to meet individual goals and ensure a secure retirement.

“There are numerous studies comparing do-it-yourself investors to those who work with financial advisors,” says Tim Hanser, a wealth advisor and managing director with Clayton Financial Group. “Even when you factor in fees paid to a financial advisor, investors who work with professionals come out ahead.”

Hanser is fascinated by the academic approach to investing, poring over journals and using that information to help inform his recommendations to clients. “Individual investors eventually make mistakes, when hunches and emotion override discipline. Those mistakes usually prove costly,” he says.

In other words, headlines predicting a 2020 recession are enough to make most people nervous, and that emotional reaction affects their decisions. Professional financial advisors, however, use their experience, expertise and knowledge of the field to keep clients on track. And that’s when they become many investors’ best financial friends.

“This is one industry where we still spend time really talking to our clients,” says Kelly Waller, a certified financial planner with Wells Fargo Advisors in Clayton. “Anytime someone is concerned or uncomfortable, we’re just a phone call away. We listen, and then we make sure we help position people at the right balance of risk and return.”

Both Waller’s and Hanser’s approach, which they refer to as “holistic financial planning,” involves more than just investing. “We will work with the client’s accountant on tax matters, if needed, or with their attorney on estate matters,” Waller explains. “We consider the entire financial picture – short-, intermediate- and long-term – and then we make informed recommendations.”

Given that working in concert with a professional benefits most people, finding the best fit for a long-term client/advisor relationship can seem daunting. “You’ve got to really trust your financial advisor and believe that they have your best interests in mind,” Hanser says.

Investors need to understand how their advisors are paid.

Hanser recommends working with an advisor who charges a set fee instead of receiving a commission for the sale of a specific fund or type of investment. “Taking commission out of the equation helps ensure the advisor is making the best decision for the client, not for himself or herself,” he says.

Aside from understanding and accepting fee structures, Waller suggests asking friends for referrals. Much of her business is referral-based, and she points out that friends or family members who have a long track record of positive interactions with a financial advisor are helpful references.

Beyond taking a friend’s recommendation on faith alone, however, Waller notes that individuals should also check a potential advisor’s credentials and experience.

“I’m a certified financial planner, and my colleagues and I have had extra training in order to gain the CFP credential,” Waller says. In addition, an introductory meeting will allow a chance to ask questions about the advisor’s experience. “A good advisor will be able to offer alternatives that the investor might not have originally thought of and explain both the pros and cons of each option.”

As the end of the year approaches, Waller recommends checking in with your financial advisor to report any significant changes in income, benefits and outlook for 2020.

“Looking at changes in the past year and anticipated changes, we can adapt and adjust as needed,” she says.

Waller agrees with Hanser that emotion derails rationality, and she reiterates the importance of ongoing communication to obtain the best results. “Do your homework,” she says. “Create a plan. Have conversations and make decisions without overreacting. We can always make changes. Communication is the key.”

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Health BEAT

The Real Effects of Vaping

By Maggie Peters

Facts:

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Although tobacco products have been banned from television advertising since 1971, there were no regulations at the federal level for e-cigarettes until August 2016.

As many as two-thirds of young people who vaped flavored e-cigarettes said that they were unaware that they contained nicotine.

E-cigarette devices can also be used to deliver marijuana and other drugs.

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ince their introduction in 2003, the popularity of e-cigarettes has grown exponentially, with an estimated 1 in 5 high school seniors vaping regularly. While frequently touted as being safer than cigarettes by advertisers, the truth is there are just as many dangers to be found in this alternative.

“The vaping industry’s ads brought a change to the mindset of smoking,” explains St. Luke’s Urgent Care Physician Dr. Barbara Ellzey, MD, FACEP, FACP. “Suddenly it seemed fashionable, something to do with friends, something sociable.”

In spite of its marketing, Ellzey says that e-cigarettes often contain more nicotine than regular cigarettes and that the chemicals used in flavoring the liquid have been linked to serious lung damage. “According to the Surgeon General’s Report on e-cigarettes published in 2016, known carcinogens as well as potentially toxic metal particles from the device itself have been found in the aerosol mist,” she adds.

“A conservative estimate is that almost 4 million teens and tweens are vaping on a regular basis,” Ellzey continues.

Tweens are categorized as children between the ages 8 and 12, and reports have shown an uptick in e-cigarette use by youths in the middle school age range in the last two years.

Ellzey describes the most common effect of vaping she sees in teens as behavioral issues. “The teen years are

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xactly three months ago, The Dark Room in St. Louis’ Covenant Blu-Grand Center neighborhood revamped its management and menu, with a new set of offerings introduced on Aug. 1.

The restaurant focuses on American-style shareable plates to coincide with the photography exhibitions in the gallery there and live jazz.

Restaurant consultant Gene Bailey, formerly of Baileys’ Restaurants, oversaw The Dark Room’s evolution, working with its former chef, Samantha Pretto, to redesign the menu. Chef Richard Lane refined the items and carries them out as The Dark Room’s new kitchen manager.

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“I loved the space and the mission of the foundation serving the arts,” Bailey says, referring to the Kranzberg Arts Foundation, which sponsors the space at The Grandel. “The idea was just to make the food be more supportive of that mission by streamlining food and beverage operations.”

To that end, the kitchen received new equipment including fryers and grills, and the bar was retooled for more efficient drink service. Although the bar still primarily focuses on wine, the beverage menu was reconfigured to feature a heavier emphasis on by-theglass offerings, as well as classic cocktails.

“To find inspiration for the type of cuisine, we thought about what some of the go-to staple eateries

By Mabel Suen were during the heyday of jazz – a lot of the ideas come from Jewish delis, meat-and-threes and diners,” says Bailey, adding that The Dark Room seasonally sources vegetables and herbs from Sally’s Rooftop Garden & Terrace in St. Louis’ Grand Center Arts District, as a partnership with that city’s Urban Harvest STL. Shareable appetizers include deviled eggs as well as knishes with potato and chives or cheeseburger, pimento cheese and pickle. Fried baskets feature items battered and fried in house, including cauliflower bites with ranch, popcorn chicken with honey mustard and wings in Buffalo, barbecue or lemon-pepper sauces.

Entrée highlights include house-smoked barbecue brisket with mac ’n’ cheese and collard greens; an

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‌Story: Abandoned by his father at an early age, 17-year-old Evan Hansen has searched to find his identity ever since. His single mother, Heidi, has struggled to support the two of them on her modest salary while going to school in hopes of a better life for them – and Evan feels lonely.

The teen’s shyness and “social anxiety” lead his therapist to suggest that Evan write letters to himself remarking on what’s best about each day. Tellingly, Evan has a long-term crush on a girl named Zoe Murphy, whose brother Connor has his own issues with self-destruction and an inability to make friends.

When Connor finds one of Evan’s letters left at the school printer one day, he refuses to return it. After Connor commits suicide, the letter comes to light, and his parents mistake Connor and Evan for good friends, because the letter talks about Zoe. Rather than admit the truth to Larry and Cynthia Murphy, Evan perpetuates his fabricated friendship with Connor, drawing closer to Zoe in the process. He enlists the aid of his “best (family) friend,” Jared, to fictionalize emails between Evan and Connor and backdate them to give to Connor’s parents.

With the enthusiastic support of social butterfly Alana, who considers Evan her “closest acquaintance,” Evan starts The Connor Project to keep the memory of Connor alive with their classmates. Soon, it goes viral and Evan finds himself experiencing unexpected attention – and romancing Zoe. Unfortunately, everything is built on a lie – or at least the misconstruction of a letter that leads to more and more complications the longer Evan resists telling the truth. Is his newfound happiness worth the price of deception?

Highlights: Winner of six Tony Awards, Dear Evan Hansen makes its local debut in a smashing presentation by its national touring company at The Fabulous Fox Theatre.

Other Info: Dear Evan Hansen tallied half a dozen Tonys in 2017, including Best Musical, Best Book (by Steven Levenson) and Best Score (music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul). The original show moved in 2016 from off-Broadway to Broadway, where it continues to be performed.

It’s very much a contemporary work, as underscored

by David Korins’ arresting scenic design, which is dominated by bits and pieces of social media scattered about an overhanging backdrop. The design also includes myriad photos of real people, leading one to conjecture if they all suffer from social anxiety of one sort or another and coalesce under the work’s anthem, “You Will Be Found.”

Music director Garret Healey, music coordinators Michael Keller and Michael Aarons and musical supervisor Alex Lacamoire, who also handles

orchestration and additional arrangements, provide excellent leadership in the shaping of the show’s strong score.

The music and pace of the show are especially energized in the more upbeat first act, which is accentuated with the thoroughly delightful piece “If I Could Tell Her,” sung with panache and considerable heart by Stephen Christopher Anthony as Evan to the alluring Zoe. Anthony, absolutely endearing in the title role, captures the awkward teen’s vulnerability, as well as his optimism and innate cheerfulness. The excellent supporting cast includes Jessica E. Sherman as Heidi, who wants only the best for her son while holding out for some self-dignity.

John Hemphill and Claire Rankin show two different but equal approaches to grief as Larry and Cynthia, parents of the troubled Connor and also Zoe, who resents what she perceives as second-class status in the family. Stephanie La Rochelle brings believability and tenderness to the latter portrayal.

Noah Kieserman shines as Connor in his duets with Evan inside the latter’s confused mind, while Ciara Alyse Harris and Alessandro Costantini grandly explore the comedy in the characters of Evans’ amusing sidekicks, Alana and Jared, respectively.

Danny Mefford’s uplifting choreography brings additional heart and compassion to the entertaining production, and director Michael Greif maintains a fluidity and fast pace to the presentation’s two acts and two hours, 45 minutes of running time.

Dear Evan Hansen is one of those shows whose performances match the high expectations that precede it. Its message of hope and resilience will be found by any who search willingly for it.

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Around Town

By Emily Adams

Thu., Nov. 7

‌Fri., Nov. 1, and Sat., Nov. 2

Local artists, collectors and art enthusiasts alike can enjoy the St. Louis Artists’ Guild’s COLLECTORS CHOICE XIX, a beloved annual silent auction of original artwork held in the guild’s Clayton HQ. With Fox 2 TV personality Jeff Bernthal acting as master of ceremonies, proceeds benefit the guild’s mission and programs. Each ticket admits two people and guarantees the selection of one piece of art. Viewings held on Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Selection party doors open at 5 p.m. on Nov. 2. $175 per ticket; $1,000 VIP table. stlouisartistsguild.org.

Everyone’s favorite scotch-drinking, breakfast-loving, woodworking, award-winning comedian performs at St. Louis’ Stifel Theatre for one night only. NICK OFFERMAN – ALL RISE involves the same dry, deliberate humor you’ve grown to love from NBC’s Parks and Recreation star, while encouraging you to, in the words of Offerman, “aim higher in life than the channels of consumerism would have us imagine.” 7:30 p.m. Tickets prices vary. stifeltheatre.com.

Thu., Nov. 7, to Sun., Nov. 17

Your passport to the world’s cinema is here in the shape of the 28TH ANNUAL WHITAKER ST. LOUIS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL. This year’s SLIFF presents an impressive assortment of fest-buzz films and Oscar contenders, sponsors special events and master classes, and honors significant film figures with its annual awards.

Many films include Q&As after the screening with filmmakers and talent. Times, prices and venues vary. cinemastlouis.org.

Sun., Nov. 10

Whether you know Mandy Patinkin from his role on the Showtime TV series Homeland or as the cinematic icon Inigo Montoya from The Princess Bride, you’ve never seen him like this. The Tonyand Emmy-award winner explores his career through his most memorable Broadway numbers, as well as showcase selections from his newest album, in MANDY PATINKIN IN CONCERT: DIARIES at the University of Missouri-St. Louis’ Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. 3 p.m.

Tickets start at $39. touhill.org.

Fri., Nov. 8, and Sun., Nov. 10

Winter Opera Saint Louis kicks off its 13th season at the Skip Viragh Center for the Arts at Chaminade College Preparatory School in Creve Coeur with the ever-popular Gilbert and Sullivan operetta THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE. Directed by John Stephens and conducted by Scott Schoonover, the romp features universal themes of love, duty and mistaken identity that come alive in this lighthearted story that has been delighting audiences since 1880. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8; 3 p.m. Nov. 10. Prices vary. winteroperastl.org.

Fri., Nov. 8, and Sat., Nov. 9

To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s demolition on Nov. 9, 1989, MADCO presents WALLSTORIES at the University of Missouri-St. Louis’ Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center, a moving and vibrant performance choreographed by native Berliner Nejla Yatkin. Through collaboration with Larry Marsh of the university’s German Culture Center, 1,000 students from Missouri and Illinois have attended the show observing this historic occasion. 8 p.m. Prices vary. madcodance.com.

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Sat., Nov. 9

Run away with the circus for a night of whimsy and jubilee at the CIRCUS HARMONY SEVENTH ANNUAL JUGGLING BALL. Dine, drink and dance the night away at St. Louis’ cherished City Museum while taking part in an eclectic evening of auction, music and aerobic entertainment. Proceeds benefit the organization’s Flying Children Scholarship Fund, which helps children soar with confidence and new skills. 7 p.m. $75 tickets include drinks and museum admission. circusharmony.org.

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ART and

MAXINE THIRTEEN

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St. Louis-area artists who wish to be considered for future installments of this monthly department of Ladue News should email inquiries to bhollerbach@laduenews.com with “Art and Soul” in the subject line.

By Bryan A. Hollerbach Image courtesy of Maxine Thirteen

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efore today’s (likely ephemeral) panoply of peroxide princesses, before Madonna, before Marilyn Monroe, before even Jean Harlow, the zeitgeist elevated Marlene Dietrich – and Maplewood artist Maxine Thirteen continues to celebrate that übersultry blond German-American actress and singer with I am, at heart, a gentleman.

Currently on display at 31art gallery at 3520 Hampton Ave. in St. Louis’ North Hampton neighborhood, that oil on canvas dates from earlier this year and measures 26 by 36 inches. Thirteen (the artist’s chosen nom du pinceau) based the painting on a famous still from the 1930 cinematic classic Morocco, Dietrich’s Paramount Pictures debut, shot by photographer Eugene Robert Richee.

“I’ve wanted to paint this photograph of Marlene Dietrich for a long time,” the artist relates. “I’ve been a fan of hers since I was a child. I’ve always admired her individuality and the powerful demeanor she exudes.

There’s really no one else like her.

“When I got invited to participate in the Punk Rock Art Show at 31art gallery [last month], I felt a great centerpiece for my display in the exhibit would be this painting of Dietrich looking dapper in her top hat and tails, so I created this painting with that exhibit in mind. The title I decided on, I am, at heart, a gentleman, is a quote from Dietrich which I felt fit the piece perfectly.”

Indeed! Even after the better part of a century, that quotation/title couples with the painting’s soigné subject to puissant effect; Thirteen’s depiction of the Teutonic titaness gazes from the picture plain with all the sang-froid of a latter-day Valkyrie scanning a silent battlefield in search of worthies to accompany her to Valhalla.

Thirteen’s website also displays portraits of other legendary screen stars like Lauren Bacall and Ingrid Bergman, as well as everything from designs for T-shirts and tattoos to some deliciously perverse wedding-cake toppers.

Returning to the artwork here showcased, Thirteen reflects further on I am, at heart, a gentleman. “This painting is my largest oil painting to date, which proved to be challenging,” she says. “Previously, I had mainly worked on much smaller oil paintings, and because I’m very detailed in my work, it was difficult to adjust to creating such a large piece. I had to remind myself to step back and take in the work as a whole, instead of becoming focused on specific, small areas as I was working.

“Ultimately, I’m very happy with how it turned out. It has a commanding, intriguing presence. I have a special love for this piece, and it has inspired me to plan more large paintings.”

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By Bryan A. Hollerbach | Photos courtesy of Atrium Gallery

lesley dill, I Suddenly Touch, 2002, fabric cotton, ribbon, glue, thread ink, 22 3/4” x 10” x 2”

lesley dill, When Wilt Thou Be at Full Great Lunatique?, 2018, fabric, thread, ink, horsehair, 13 1/2” x 8” x 1”

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lesley dill, Anne Hutchinson (Small), 2018, thread and fabric, 14 1/2” x 9 1/2” x 1”

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tarting in ancient Rome, an atrium, architecturally, formed the core of the average residence, so it seems appropriate that Atrium Gallery has relocated to a central city/county site at St. Louis’ westernmost boundary – basically within an “action painting” splash of Clayton’s eastern edge.

On Friday, Nov. 8, Carolyn Miles, Atrium’s founder, owner and director, will welcome guests to her gallery’s new, built-to-suit accommodations at 665 S. Skinker Blvd., in the luxe Dorchester fronting on Forest Park.

Atrium’s relocation coincides with the opening there of “Lesley Dill: Voice,” continuing the gallery’s stated mission of exhibiting regional and national contemporary painters and sculptors. This exhibition marks the first local solo for Dill, who lives and works in New York City’s Brooklyn borough.

“The location seems better for my clientele, as well as for developing new clients,” Miles says, by way of explaining her gallery’s move from St. Louis’ Central West End to that municipality’s Wydown Skinker neighborhood.

“It’s in a very central location, convenient for people coming from both east and west, the CWE, and Clayton/U City, Ladue, Creve Coeur, Town and Country. Very close to familiar streets, plus closer to 40/64. I wanted closer proximity to at least one other respected and active contemporary gallery – that is, William Shearburn.”

William Shearburn Gallery occupies the same address as Atrium, which will allow the two galleries potentially to synergize for the viewing pleasure of area art aficionados.

A distance of roughly 3½ miles separates Atrium’s new location from its prior digs at 4814 Washington Ave. This marks the gallery’s fourth location in its 33-year history, according to a press release from Atrium.

“The new gallery is a bit smaller in square footage, but has a higher ceiling, great views out front onto Forest Park,” Miles says. “It’s all being built out new from our architectural design, so lighting, wall placement and all finishes are exactly what we specified. It will be very elegant and will show the art well.”

Regarding the Dorchester location, she continues: “I’m excited to be in an entirely newly built space, done to my design and specifications. After so many years in business, I know what I need to showcase the artists I represent and how to best showcase this work to clients.”

Miles moreover explains what prompted her to choose Dill as the first artist to spotlight at the Dorchester. “I wanted to open the new gallery with a new artist, someone I hadn’t shown before,” she relates. “This is a new beginning for the next chapter of Atrium, and I truly wish to celebrate with an opportunity to showcase a very well-known artist whose work I truly admire.

“I find Lesley Dill’s work so strong, so relevant, so inspiring. I admire her practice of incorporating language into her imagery and her many literary references. It’s sophisticated, beautifully executed, intellectual and inspiring. I’m thrilled to have this opportunity. We’re bringing her in from New York for the opening, so there’s an opportunity for people to not only be exposed to her work but to meet her as well.”

Given that Dill’s curriculum vitae (available through New York’s Nohra Haime Gallery) totals a whopping 20 pages of tiny type, Miles also helpfully characterizes the works from her that the Atrium will display. “Our exhibition, ‘Lesley Dill: Voice,’ will include a rich combination of two- and three-dimensional works,” she says. “I’ve selected pieces that I think best present her practice of involving literary quotes within the structure of the imagery. She gives ‘voice’ to her pieces in a very accomplished and powerful way … ” Among Dill’s influences in that regard, Miles mentions 18th-century North

American preacher, philosopher and theologian Jonathan Edwards and 19th-century American literary titans Walt Whitman, Nathaniel Hawthorne and (“very strongly”) Emily Dickinson, before continuing: “Several of the works reference clothing, and she says ‘clothing houses the house that houses the soul.’ Her works do have deep meaning, and that appeals to me very much.”

Finally, from the perspective of a third of a century as a gallerist here, Miles reflects on the most and least gratifying changes to the metro area art scene during that time. “Certainly, the growth and influence of our nationally respected CAM – Contemporary Art Museum – especially under the current director, Lisa Melandri, has been a large positive element in expanding St. Louis residents’ exposure to contemporary art, particularly ‘cutting-edge’ developments,” she says.

“I think least gratifying has been the decline in the practice of visiting galleries and enjoying exhibitions beyond the shopping mentality. It seems more prevalent for people to consider visiting a gallery just when they’re ‘in the market,’ and most galleries want visitors to come enjoy the exhibitions we’ve invested in bringing to the community.

“We hope these will further hone their own tastes and also help them become familiar with what quality art is available. We want to expand opportunities to work with somewhat newly affluent young professionals who should be proud to be able to enjoy quality art – and to help them develop a desire to own some pieces and live with them.”

Atrium Gallery, 665 S. Skinker Blvd., St. Louis, 314-367-1076, atriumgallery.net

This is a new beginning for the next chapter of Atrium, and I truly wish to celebrate with an opportunity to showcase a very well-known artist whose work I truly admire.

– carOlyn miles

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Berkel Sheet Metal Custom Fabrication and Installation. Gutters Downspouts - Fascia - Counter Flashing - Copper Roofs.

Free Est. Licensed and Insured.

BBB A+ Accredited Business.

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MOMODERNE

Licensed Bonded Insured

Commercial Residential Industrial

314-773-4955 or 314-966-3388 www.fielderelectricalservices.com

Affordable Cleaning for Any Budget Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly Move-in and Move Out Satisfaction Guaranteed

Family Owned & Operated

Call 314-426-3838

$10 OFF New Customer

FALL CLEANUP HOLIDAY LIGHTING Brush Clearing • Bed Preparation • Tilling • Mulching • Planting Tree/Shrub Fertilization,Trimming And Removal • Lawn Fertilization, Sodding Gutter Cleaning • Stone Walls, Patios,And Borders • Drainage Solutions

For Free Estimates call Keith at 314-422-0241 or e-mail at

hwyardwork@aol.com Since 2001

Healthcare Services

Home Improvement

TROSSIE CARES Private Home Health 24hr Affordable Home Health Service. Call 314-620-3550 or email trossieharrisgmail.com.

References Available.

PRECISION REMODELING Room Additions - Decks Bathrooms - Kitchens & so much more. Interior - Exterior.

Free Estimates! Fully Insured.

Call Bob (314)799-4633 or Jim (314)799-4630

VISITING ANGELS 24-7 Companion Care for Seniors. Personal Care, Meal Prep, Light Housekeeping, and Peace of Mind.

314-569-9890

Home Improvement Plaster Patching & Repair Interior & Exterior Walls, ceilings & crown molding. (DRYVIT, EIFS SYSTEM repairs & new application) Also drywall, taping & repairs.

220th ENGINEER'S, LLC 314-220-3638

Residential Fielder is highly skilled in knob & tube wiring and aluminum wiring upgrades. We are specialists in older and existing structures.

Cleaning Services

CLEAN AS A WHISTLE

JON'S AFFORDABLE HOME REPAIR Electrical, Carpentry, Floors, Windows, Plumbing, Painting, Tile & Lots More! Quality Guaranteed! Reasonable, Insured, Ref's. NO JOB TOO SMALL! 314-205-1555 jonshomerepair.com

Electrical

Estate Sales Estate Sales Services 314-495-4095 www.momodernestl.com • Certified Appraisers • Large Customer Base • No Stress For You • Complete Cleanouts We Take Care of Everything 8631 Watson Rd, 63119

New Installation, Cleaning & Repair, Drainage Solutions, Screen Installation.

Professional, Reliable & Insured. No Mess Left Behind.

Free Estimates. Contact Tony, 314-413-2888 thegutterguy-stlhotmail.com

Lawn and Garden

CONTACT US TODAY FOR AN APPOINTMENT

If it can be wired, we can wire it.

Commercial Tenant finishes, churches, sporting complexes, restaurants, senior care facility, and parking lot lighting, etc.

Industrial Fielder has the skills, knowledge and equipment to handle industrial work including new industrial construction, warehouse lighting, large machinery, and data wiring.

Need An Electrician?

$20.00 off

Any electrical job of $75.00 or more

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REMODEL & REPAIR Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing.

Power Washing. Insured.

Free Estimates. 40yrs Exp. Don Phillips 314-973-8511 REPAIR IT BEFORE YOU REPLACE IT Carpet Repaired, Restretched, Installed, New Carpet Sales, Large Selection in 2 Showrooms. Over 30yrs exp.

Call Nick 314-845-8049

Lawn and Garden Best Values in Town!

Mizzou Crew Leaf Removal, Landscaping, Christmas Lights and Handy Services. Call/Text Jeff 314-520-5222. Coupons /Videos at LeafSTL.com

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for over 35 years.

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FLYNN LANDSCAPING, INC Weekly Mowing & Gardening.

314-243-6784 Polo's Lawn & Landscape Inc Leafs and Snow Removal, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios, Backyard Cleanup, Trees & Sod. Staining Decks by brush.

Free Estimates 314-280-2779

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Services

Tuckpointing

Wanted SERIOUS COLLECTOR & HISTORIAN Will Pay Top $ for WWII Military Relic's.

Swords, Daggers, Metals, Badges, Hats, Helmets, Flags & Guns. Call 314-249-5369

The KidsAre Getting Older...

Wanted

So is your Home.

It may be time for us to do your Homework.

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Allen Roofing & Siding

Lee Allen

Schwidde Tuckpointing

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A Division of Allen Roofing & Siding

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Lawn and Garden

Painting

Outdoor Living Experts Landscape Maintenance Estate Grounds Routine Scheduled Maintenance Programs Fertilizer & Weed Control Mowing, Mulching, Weeding Leaf Removal Outdoor Living and Construction Patios, Retaining Walls Outdoor Kitchens Fire & Water Features Irrigation Install & Maint.

Driveways, Fencing Landscape Lighting Call Today for Estimate 314-827-5664 www.TRCoutdoor.com WHOLE YARD CLEANUPS U.S. Army Veteran Thorough & Affordable. Shrub shaping/trimming a speciality.

Stunning results! Courteous, responsive... service like it used to be! Charlie 314-448-1051

Pet Services

Yucko's

Tuckpointing

Your Poop Scoop 'n Service Free Estimates - No Contracts 314-770-1500 www.yuckos.com

Services

Painting ASTON-PARKER PAINTING Interior - Exterior Painting Wallpaper Removal. Insured.

35yrs Exp. Free Est. A+BBB Call 314-766-2952 or 314-766-2962 alstonparkerhotmail.com

LEAF REMOVAL GUTTER CLEANING •Excellent Rates •Insured •Impeccable Ref's •Free Est's.

Diligent, LLC 314-803-3865 diligentllc.biz

28+ YEARS EXP

A+ RATED

Power Washing•Painting•Staining INTERIORS • EXTERIORS • CONCRETE CEDAR HOMES • DECKS & FENCES

Tim Trog 636.394.0013 www.countyhousewashing.com

McGreevy Piano Tuning Bill McGreevy Piano Technician & Guild Associate Member 314-335-9177 wrmcgreevygmail.com US Army Engineers Take on any roof! Slate, Clay Tile & Shingles. Also Soffit, Fascia, Gutter Repairs and Gutter Cleaning. Over 30yrs Exp. Fully Insured. No house too tall & No job too small 220th ENGINEER'S, LLC 314-220-3638

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Wanted

Tree Service Professionals.

Trimming, Deadwooding, Reduction, Removals, Stump Grinding, Year Round Service, Insured. Call Michael Baumann 636-375-2812 for a free estimate & property inspection.

You'll be glad you called!

BRIAN'S HAULING U Name It & We Haul It 7 Days a Week - Same Day Appliances, Brush, Clean Outs, Demo, Bsmts & Garage, Etc. Call Brian 314-740-1659

Painting

BUYING STAR WARS & other vintage Toys Top $$$ Paid 314-495-4095

INTERIOR PAINTING & REMODELING Finish carpentry, drywall, tile and floor work. 25yrs exp. Call Kent for free estimates; 314-398-2898 kenthallowellyahoo.com JC PAINTS Interior xterior Painting, Reliable, Clean, Reasonable & Insured. Call John for a Free Estimate! 314-703-2794 jcpaintssbcglobal.net

Wanted

MASSEY TUCKPOINTING Tuckpointing, Chimney & Brick Repair, Caulking, Chimney Sweeping & Flue Re-lining. BBB A+ & 2013 Torch Award. $50 off $500+ 314-200-9488 or masseytpmgmail.com for bid

Wanted ARROWHEADS! and Indian Artifacts!

Executive in Clayton loves the hobby! Buying collections, answering questions, & looking for properties to buy or lease to look on within 45min of Clayton that seem to have a good concentration of arrowheads. 314-608-2692

Tuckpointing MIRELLI

TUCKPOINTING LLC

Family Owned and Operated In Service Since 1991 Complete houses, spotpointing with color match, chimney repair/rebuilds, brick/stone repair, foundation repair.

BBB TORCH AWARD RECIPIENT. SUPER SERVICE AWARD '05-'17.

FREE ESTIMATES 314-645-1387

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BARTEL’S ESTATE GALLERY

St. Louis, New York, Palm Beach

10411 Clayton Road, Ste. 101 Le Chateau Village Frotenac, MO 63131

Free Verbal Appraisals

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A heritage of exceptional real estate service since 1965

We are pleased to offer this classic Ladue estate on 7.6 acres with 5 bedroom suites, 10 baths, 14,400 sq ft of living space, pool house, garage parking for 13 cars, geothermal heating and cooling, extensive terraces and gardens, and exceptional finishes throughout.

John Ryan | 314.941.0572 | jo Coldwell Banker Gundaker - Ladue

ryan@coldwellbanker.com | theryantradition.com 314.993.8000

9651 Clayton Road

Ladue, Missouri 63124

201 South McKnight Road For listing information, features, and video, please visit our website: www.theryantradition.com Follow w us on