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2341 OSSENFORT VALLEY COURT WILDWOOD - $749,900

5095 WESTMINSTER PLACE ST LOUIS - $848,900 6 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH. COMPLETELY RENOVATED. PRIVATE/GATED STREET.

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

54 THORNHILL DRIVE WILDWOOD - $1,399,900

3615 GUSTAVE HOLLOW ROAD WILDWOOD - $995,900

22 THORNHILL DRIVE WILDWOOD - $899,000

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

2331 Todforth Way Town & Country 3615 Gustave Hollow Rd Wildwood 18517 Sassafras Place Dr Wildwood 246 Woodlawn Dr Washington 16944 Riverdale Dr Chesterfield 2 Oak Bend Dr Ladue 16950 Lewis Spring Farms RdWildwood 17900 Homestead Bluffs Dr Wildwood 22 Thornhill Dr Wildwood 17 Upper Conway Ct Chesterfield 101 Club Creek Ct St Albans 1800 Aston Way Chesterfield 1033 Barberry Ln Kirkwood 2341 Ossenfort Valley Ct Wildwood 1310 Christmas Valley Dr Wildwood 2723 Wynncrest Manor Dr Wildwood 4500 Highway 109 Eureka 214 Fox Chapel Clarkson Valley 141 Fleming Ln Labadie The Enclaves at Cherry Hills Wildwood 939 N Harrison Ave Kirkwood 759 Stonebluff Ct Chesterfield 16468 Horseshoe Ridge Clarkson Valley 2733 Highway T Labadie 19 Frederick Ln Glendale 11006 Martin Grove Ln Creve Coeur 17531 Garden Ridge Cir Wildwood 1453 Highland Valley Cir Wildwood 17701 Greystone Terrace DrWildwood 17884 Suzanne Ridge Dr Wildwood 226 Chamonix Ct Creve Coeur 11670 Denny Rd Sunset Hills 6607 Waterman Ave University City 1039 Highway E Hermann 1933 Buckington Dr Chesterfield 1338 Wellington View Pl Wildwood 1031 Bridleridge Xing SpurUninc STL Co 1721 Greening Kirkwood

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18505 SASSAFRAS PLACE DRIVE WILDWOOD - $719,000

214 FOX CHAPEL CLARKSON VALLEY - $679,000

11006 MARTIN GROVE LANE CREVE COEUR - $584,000

1933 BUCKINGTON DRIVE CHESTERFIELD - $479,900

1882 S SIGNAL HILLS DRIVE KIRKWOOD - $349,000

1202 KORTWRIGHT AVENUE ROCK HILL - $259,900

19108 Old Logging Rd Wildwood 16039 Autumn Oaks Cir Ellisville 1503 Scofield Valley Ln Wildwood 2656 January Ave St Louis City 3876 Thunderbolt Ln Wildwood 8610 Buddy Holly Pacific t 718 Swarthmore University City 18852 Highwood Est Dr Wildwood 14090 Conway Rd Chesterfield 8155 Amherst University City 12501 Trammell Ct Creve Coeur 7200 Cornell Ave University City 18717 Petra Ct Wildwood 6561 Crescent View Ct Mehlville 2663 Valley Rd Wildwood 2287 Downey Terrace Dr Ellisville 551 Donne Ave University City 17017 Westridge Oaks Dr Wildwood 1435 Bald Eagle Rd Wildwood 345 Gateford Dr Ballwin 3220 Shenandoah Ave St Louis City 8117 Amherst Ave University City 1522 Buckhurst Ct Ballwin 1202 Kortwright Ave Rock Hill = 655 Vista Hills Ct Eureka 13102 Cannes Dr Creve Coeur 6308 Lansdowne St Louis City 2537 Annalee Ave Brentwood 425 Iron Warrior Ln Manchester 904 Oakwood Farms Ln Ballwin 6535 Devonshire St Louis Hills 661 East Madison Ave Kirkwood 733 Elkington Ln Ladue t 9835 Hudson Ave Rock Hill 7746 Wild Plum University City 774 Paschal Dr St Louis 12409 Betsy Ross Ln Uninc Stl Co 400 Stephanie Ln Ballwin

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5700 Itaska St Louis City $179,900 1049 Carman Rd Ballwin $179,900 4053 Parker Ave St Louis City $169,500 8737 Keystone Dr Brentwood $163,900 2624 Accomac St St Louis $153,500 12049 Glenrose Dr Maryland Heights $150,000 2326 Patton Ave Brentwood $150,000 6758 West Park St Louis $149,900 3701 Texas Ave South City $125,000 5238 Fairview Ave St Louis City $91,900 CONDOS, VILLAS, ATTACHED HOMES 8025 Maryland Ave #11D Clayton $1,195,000 4545 Lindell Blvd #1 St Louis City $949,000 4545 Lindell Blvd #34 St Louis City $769,000 633 Spyglass Summit Dr Chesterfield $575,000 8025 Maryland Ave #3C Clayton $555,000 400 S 14th St #1116 St Louis City $544,900 737 Stone Meadow Dr Chesterfield $370,000 1270 Strassner Dr #3210 Brentwood $229,000 329 Belt Ave #302 St Louis City $229,000 819 Woodside Trails Dr Ballwin $215,000 4540 Lindell #103 Saint Louis City $174,900 2380 Seven Pines Dr Maryland Heights $165,000 13009 Twin Meadows Ct Uninc Stl Co $165,000 5947 McPherson #2W St Louis $164,500 64 Conway Cove Chesterfield $157,900 1612 Redbird Cove Brentwood $157,000 4319 Lindell Blvd #H Central West End $129,900 8869 Flamingo Ct Brentwood $129,500 11999 Villa Dorado #C Creve Coeur $79,900 4335 Sunridge Dr #D Mehlville $76,900 COUNTRY PROPERTIES 782 Matson Hill Rd 15030 Highway F 549 S High Post Rd 15 +/- ac Buckner Rd

Defiance $2,860,000 Owensville $1,280,000 Augusta = $550,000 St Charles Co $355,000

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CONTENTS EDITOR’S NOTE

SOCIETY AS OF PRESS TIME FOR THIS EDITION OF LN, WE HAD YET TO DETERmine if the Cardinals would prevail in the World Series. Over at the Muyco-Tobin household, this uncertainty was compounded by another dilemma: Would we spend the weekend celebrating over slices of Boston’s famous Regina Pizza…or would we have to trudge to UPS to ship toasted ravioli and gooey butter cake to New England for my third-cousin, Cornelius?

Certainly, more creative and more competitive stakes were out there, including the traditional wager between the governors: Gov. Nixon put up Fitz’s soda, Bissinger’s chocolates and Missouri Baking Company goodies against Gov. Patrick’s assortment of seltzers, baked goods and clam chowder. A couple of dinosaurs also joined the fray: Saint Louis Science Center’s Mr. T. Rex and The Museum of Science, Boston’s Cliff the Triceratops each offered to wear the winning team’s jersey.

Regardless of what was at stake, it was all done in the spirit of sportsmanship—the same way the Cardinals and their fans conducted themselves all season long. Long live Cardinal Nation!

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CREATING YOUR DREAM HOME When you close your eyes, you can see it—the walls, the windows, the décor. Or perhaps you can’t picture it at all, but you know how you’d feel in the space. Despite all the fantasizing, if the opportunity to create your dream home ever arose, would you know what to do?

NOVEMBER FASHION Not unlike the actual armed forces, fall’s military trend is an age-old tradition that always gets the job done. With shades of olive, epaulet details, pockets galore and, of course, camouflage prints, this utilitarian look will have you ready to do battle stylishly.

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ON THE COVER: The American Red Cross invites the community to support our armed forces and veterans by sending a holiday card through the Holiday Mail for Heroes program. Pictured on the cover: Col. Ben Robinson, Rams player Chris Long, Cindy Erickson, Sean Murphy. For more information or to get involved, contact Kelsey Vaughan at 516-2789 or Kelsey.vaughan@redcross.org. THE STORY BEGINS ON PAGE 16.

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November 14, 7 p.m.

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1048 North Geyer (Kirkwood). This charming bungalow is full of character with its covered front porch and overall style that is elegant and fresh in style. The gracious living room is filled with light from the bay window, and also boasts hardwood floors and fireplace. Walk through the arched doorway to the dining room overlooking the large yard. $179,900 919 Brownell (Glendale). A wonderful opportunity to build your dream home on a premier lot in the heart of Glendale. Truly a great value, the level and wide lot (100x150) is the perfect find for builders, investors or anyone looking to rehab or expand the existing home.

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2336 Sportsmen Hill Drive (Chesterfield).Show-stopping Roy Beal-built Colonial will have you at hello with its pretty red door, transom and side light accents, and attractive dentil trim.

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Architectural features abound with a variety of deep plaster moldings, handcrafted millwork, arched doorways, and multiple fireplaces. The recent kitchen/family room wing addition with private guest suite above is beautifully designed, and the craftsmanship, exceptional. The gourmet kitchen is a cook’s dream and the family room, reminiscent of an English hunting lodge, boasts antique oak bookcases made in the UK, stately beams, and an impressive stone fireplace. Terraced patios lead to a pool with fountain and a wooded backdrop beyond.

2. 828 West Lockwood ● Glendale

$189,900

This cozy home is loaded with charm. The fresh eat-in kitchen features freshly painted cabinets and sizable pantry. Beautiful hardwood floors and French doors of the family room lead into a fenced private garden oasis, complete with newer deck, winding stone paths and lovely perennials. The finished lower level is ideal for entertaining with a large oak wet bar and spacious rec room.

3. 7270 Maryland ● University City

$479,000

A tree-lined street in highly desirable Maryland Terrace holds this four-bedroom listing that has been lovingly transformed during ownership. Remodeled Colliers & Thompson kitchen presents maple cabinets, granite, stainless steel accents and eat-in breakfast bar. Bathrooms have been updated and wood floors have been sanded and stained making this home totally ready for today’s lifestyle!

4. 10 Spoede Hills ● Creve Coeur

$379,000

1751 N. Woodlawn Avenue (Ladue).

$4,700,000

7724 Burr Oak Lane (University City).

$153,000

1300 Log Cabin Lane (Ladue).

$2,345,000

5178 Goethe (St. Louis).

$135,900

2 Bellerive Country Club (T & C).

$2,295,000

5376 Odell (St. Louis).

$129,900

608 East Monroe (Kirkwood).

$1,699,000

9405 Evandale (Affton).

$119,900

18 Country Life Acres (St. Louis).

$1,595,000

244 Ballwin Avenue (Ballwin).

$98,500

230 Linden (University City).

$1,475,000

6836 Vernon Avenue (University City).

$95,000

6 Twin Springs Lane (Ladue).

$1,365,000

3434 Charlack (St. John).

$69,900

18 Washington Terrace (St. Louis).

$1,295,000

9821 Log Cabin Court (Ladue).

$1,150,000

Condos, Villas, Town Homes

1924 Muir Woods (Town & Country).

$1,099,000

150 Carondelet Plaza, #1803 (Clayton).

$1,750,000

8062 South Dr. (Richmond Heights). ● $1,095,000

12416 Questover Manor Ct. (Creve Coeur).

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1715 Kenmont Road (Ladue). ★

$929,000

$679,000

11632 Conway Road (Westwood).

$829,000

2252 Croydon Walk (Crystal Lake Park).

13978 Meursault (Town & Country).

$729,000

14002 Baywood Villages Dr. (Chesterfield). $465,000

#5 Elm (Glendale).

$650,000

1303 Oaktree Estates (Chesterfield).

$535,000

$429,900

17614 Bridgeway Circle Dr. (Chesterfield). $639,000

6340 Clayton Road #307 (Richmond Hgts). $359,000

1424 Haarmon Oaks Drive (Wildwood).

$615,000

6221 Northwood, 1E. (St. Louis).

$345,000

16477 Horseshoe Ridge (Chesterfield).

$599,000

801 South Skinker 8B (St. Louis).

$249,000

10 Wickersham Lane (Ladue). ●

$579,900

12911 Ray Trog Court (St. Louis)

$225,000

8 Creekwood (Ladue).

$575,000

379 North Taylor 1E (Central West End).

$220,000

125 North Hanley (Clayton). ●

$539,000

8070 Watkins Dr, 2W (Clayton).

$199,000

7447 Somerset Avenue (Clayton).

$494,000

7015 Dartmouth Ave., 1st Floor (U. City).

$197,000

18101 Melrose (Wildwood).

$459,000

1128 Big Bend Crossing (Valley Park).

$164,900

23 Brook Mill Lane (Town & Country).

$444,000

13543 Coliseum (Chesterfield).

$148,000

2332 Putter Lane (Crystal Lake Park). ● $439,000

1062 Cedargate Drive (Kirkwood). ●

$139,900

16 Topping Lane (Des Peres).

$429,000

2023 Silent Spring Dr. (Maryland Heights). $119,900

Meticulously maintained and impeccably updated, this three-bedroom ranch is conveniently situated in a wonderful neighborhood at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Located within the Ladue Schools, the home has terrific curb appeal. Features include: a newer kitchen with granite counters, cherry cabinets, plantation shutters, hardwood flooring, and spectacular see through fireplace with glass crystals. Enjoy the gorgeous landscaping while sitting in the private three-season room.

6956 Pershing (University City).

$369,000

12049 Autumn Lakes Dr. (Maryland Hgts). $115,000

7231 Winchester (Pasadena Hills).

$344,000

123 W. Woodbine, #I (Kirkwood).

$83,900

5. 42 Grand Meridien ● Wildwood

629 Meramec View Drive (Eureka).

$319,900

4355 Maryland Ave. #208 (St. Louis).

$79,000

7215 Pershing Avenue (University City).

$299,900

57 Waverton Drive (Ladue).

$299,900

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15552 Valley Branch (Chesterfield).

$299,900

45 Trent Drive (Ladue).

$1,750,000

Magnificent custom-built country estate on nearly 8 acres! Enter through the spacious entry foyer accented by arched doorways, architectural details and an elegant curved staircase. State-of-the-art kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters, center island and custom cabinetry. Hearth room and breakfast room open out on an expansive stone patio and outdoor kitchen. First floor master suite with sitting room has luxury bath with Jacuzzi, double walk-in shower, huge closets and sauna. Fully finished lower level. This place has everything on the wish list! OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3.

6. 6136 Westminster ● Central West End

$456,000

This charming home fits right into the historic neighborhood of Washington Heights with its gorgeous and elegant stone façade. Boasting a total of six bedrooms, the home provides a rare opportunity to live near all that the popular Central West End has to offer. You’ll enjoy the open floor plan, in-ground pool, fireplace, stained glass and historic and elegant millwork, just to name a few of the countless features.

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3 & 5 Washington Terrace (St. Louis).

$399,000

1526 Holly Drive (Webster Groves).

$239,900

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$120,000

1007 Brownell Avenue (Glendale).

$235,000

438 Sunningwell Drive (Webster Groves).

$185,000

6912 Waldemar (St.Louis).

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173 Bertrand (Mehlville).

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VERYONE IS STILL TALKING about The Queen’s Gala at Saks Fifth Avenue. The sold-out event celebrated the highly anticipated debut of A Queen Within: Adorned Archetypes, Fashion and Chess exhibition at the World Chess Hall of Fame. More than 300 guests enjoyed cocktails, an elegant dinner and, of course, eyepopping fashion. Special guests included Dukes of Melrose star Cameron Silver, Alexander McQueen photographer Anne Deniau and Museum at FIT director Valerie Steele, among others. Proceeds from the gala will benefit the expansion of the World Chess Hall of Fame’s exhibitions and education programs. Honorary chair was Jan Greenberg; co-chairs were Jan Goldstein and James Jamieson.

Susan and David Sherman

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DIANE’S SCOOP Gala committee member Susan Sherman was excited that three of the auction items from the night’s event had already sold and will make their way to museums!...Designer Pam Hogg is just about to launch her online shop from the archives of her designs, coming soon at pamhoggshop.com...Jennifer Wright came in from Christie’s of New York to be the auctioneer for the evening…Helene Sayad, auction co-coordinator, shared that people came from as far away as London, Paris and Tokyo to attend!…Jan and Rand Goldstein are off to New York City to visit with family. Jan confided that the exhibition here tops anything she has ever seen anywhere!...Alan E. Brainerd is packing his bags again; this time, he is off to Santa Fe where he will be redecorating a client’s home…Trish Zupon has been a busy lady: She just returned from Barcelona, Spain, and then auditioned for the Ben Affleck movie being made in Missouri titled Gone Girl, stay tuned!...Susan Block was thrilled that some of the star designers in town for the event wore items from her hat collection to the gala!

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ELLERIVE COUNTRY CLUB WAS the site of the recent Angel of Hope Luncheon. And the beautiful day was full of hope as cancer survivors, friends and supporters gathered to celebrate survival and the hope for a cure. Hosted by both Old Warson and Bellerive country clubs, the event benefits the Director’s Discovery Fund at Siteman Cancer Center. Among the highlights was a gathering of attendees for a balloon release to symbolize hope.

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UESTS RECENTLY GATHERED AT THE home of Jim and Lynne Turley to kick off Arts and Education Council’s upcoming 2014 St. Louis Arts Awards. An exquisite array of hors d’oeuvres and cocktails was served as attendees enjoyed an intimate jazz performance.

Special guest speakers included the Turleys, president Cynthia Prost and board chair Michael Weisbrod. The St. Louis Arts Awards, to be held on Jan. 20 at The Chase Park Plaza, honor individuals who have achieved a legacy of artistic prestige, as well as organizations and businesses that have enriched St. Louis’ arts and cultural community.

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HE LANDMARKS ASSOCIATION of St. Louis recently held the second annual Meet the Chefs event at the Magic Chef Mansion. Attendees gathered to honor Joe Edwards with the H. Meade Summers Jr. Award for lifetime achievement in historic preservation. Guests were invited to meet with the chefs from several local restaurants, and enjoy cooking demonstrations, food, drinks and a tour of the lovingly restored Magic Chef Mansion. Board members John Chen, Dorothy Martin and Kevin Kelleher of Landmarks Association were in attendance to show their support, as well as the association’s executive director Andrew Weil. Also among the guests was Georgia Martin, one of the first brides ever to be featured in Ladue News in 1982!

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HRIVE ST. LOUIS RECENTLY HELD its annual dinner, A Starry Night, at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis to celebrate 30 years of life-saving ministry.

ThriVe is a nonprofit organization that works to empower people to make life-affirming and healthy decisions.

The evening featured cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a lovely gourmet dinner, and guests were invited to listen to powerful stories from clients of ThriVe St. Louis, as well as electrifying messages from keynote speakers Star Parker and Bridget VanMeans. ThriVe founder Mary Nelson was among those in attendance to celebrate the evening.

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Congratulations to Villa Duchesne junior BRITTANY GREEN, the winner of the Missouri Girls Tennis Championship this past weekend.

Brittany won the first round, 6-1, 6-0; and then prevailed in the quarterfinals with a 6-1, 6-0 score. For the semi-finals, she scored 6-0, 6-1 to advance; and won the final match, 6-0, 6-2. With her win, Brittany becomes the first tennis state champ in Villa’s history!

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St. Louisan CEDRIC THE ENTERTAINER will host an inaugural event next year to support a future women’s pavilion at SSM St. Mary’s Health Center in Richmond Heights. ‘A Night with Cedric and Friends’ will be held Oct. 25, 2014, at Peabody Opera House to benefit the pavilion, which will be named after the comedian’s mother, ROSETTA BOYCE KYLES, a cancer patient at the hospital.

DAVID and THELMA STEWARD will serve as co-chairs for the event, which will feature Cedric’s celebrity friends as entertainment.

Top honors for ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL: A national hospital quality study has ranked the Chesterfield institution among the top 5 percent of hospitals nationwide for overall cardiac services, overall pulmonary services and neurosurgery. The ranking comes from online consumer resource Healthgrades, which also recognized St. Luke’s as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals earlier this year.

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If tonight is TV night…tune in to ABC’s Shark Tank to see St. Louis business partners TIM BARKLAGE and KEVIN TIBBS of Better Life go for a most unusual swim. The CEO entrepreneurs, who launched their line of plant-derived, natural cleaning products in 2007, will face the ‘sharks’ (venture capitalists), in hopes of inspiring one of the show’s investors to propose a deal. Shark Tank’s Nov. 1 episode airs at 8 p.m., St. Louis time.

Meet me at the Fair…FAIR SAINT LOUIS, that is! Next year, ‘America’s Biggest Birthday Party,’ including the 137th Veiled Prophet Parade, will move to Forest Park. The parade, which will feature 18 hand-built floats, 750-plus costumed performers and the efforts of more than 1,000 volunteers, is scheduled for July 4. Fair Saint Louis runs July 3 to 5.

Ongoing construction on the Arch grounds prompted the change of venue.

St. Louis is one of six cities selected to host NAVY WEEK in 2014. The event, held Apr. 28 to May 4, is one of the Navy’s signature outreach programs. The weeklong celebration will coincide with the Spirit of St. Louis Air Show, and will include exhibitions from the Blue Angels and Leap Frogs (the Navy parachute team), among others.

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dropped by the Red Cross for their survival. “He retired on a Friday, and I met him as he was walking in the following Monday to volunteer for the Red Cross,” Erickson says. Robinson volunteers three days a week, and as a trained caseworker, helps military families who are dealing with difficult situations like the one he faced.

Robinson’s story is all too common for members of the armed forces. Sean Murphy, an aviation electricians mate 3rd class (aviation

warfare), was in boot camp in 2009 when his grandfather passed away. The Red Cross also helped notify him of his grandfather’s passing; and although he was unable to attend the funeral, he was granted an exception and allowed to speak with his parents, Erickson notes. “He considers it a tremendous gift that he was able to do that, and is grateful to the Red Cross for it.”

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N THE 1960S, COL. BEN ROBINSON WAS serving a tour of duty in Germany when his mother became seriously ill. His commanding officer was notified by the American Red Cross, which, by congressional mandate, is the only organization authorized to provide emergency communications to the armed forces. Robinson was given leave to visit his mother, who hadn’t spoken for two weeks due to her illness, according to Cindy Erickson, CEO of the American Red Cross Greater St. Louis Region. “When she heard his voice, she said, There’s my baby,” Erickson says. “The colonel really believes it was his presence—and the doctors do, too—that motivated her recovery. She lived another 30 years.”

Robinson went on to serve for a total of 23 years, followed by several years of civilian service. During that time, he became a colonel, and saw how important the Red Cross’ emergency communications were to the soldiers serving under him. Then, while fighting in Vietnam, he and his unit were cut off from supplies, and he attributes the rations

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NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT The Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis

By Julia Christensen

Press Club fall intern Annabelle Wilmott (center) is flanked by Press Club Media Archives committee member Gloria Ross, St. Louis Public Library’s Sarah Cain and Renee Jones, and Press Club Media Archives committee chair Rick Stoff.

The Catfish Award,” Partlow explains. “This is a member who not only has done great things that we’d consider accomplishments for St. Louis, but great things for the club.”

COMMUNITY IMPACT: The charitable aspect of The Press Club surfaces through a variety of mediarelated scholarships and programs, offering an estimated $20,000 in support last year. Internship opportunities also are available, including through the Press Club-sponsored media achieves at the St. Louis Public Library.

But the impact of the organization reaches further. Through its Enterprise Journalism grants, The Press Club also acts as a financial backer to media professionals with a story to tell. The program funds travel and other research-related expenses for approved print, online, radio or television journalistic endeavors.

ON THE BOARD: BILL SMITH The Enterprise Journalism grants brought Bill Smith into The Press Club, after the former president, Richard Weiss, asked him to join as a board- and committee-member for the thennew program. Some five years later, Smith, who is a handful of months into his two-year term as board president, says the entire Press Club should be proud of the work they have financed.

Smith explains that members have become increasingly concerned that “good journalism was being lost because of cut-backs… and [Weiss] saw this as one way to fill that gap. The idea was to look at underreported stories in

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WHAT/WHEN/WHERE: 2014 MEDIA PERSON OF THE YEAR GALA DATE TBD At this scholarship dinner, the Press Club will award St. Louis Post-Dispatch sports columnist Rick Hummel as the Media Person of the Year, as well as honor longtime broadcaster and former Cardinal Bob Uecker and journalist Bob Duffy.

HOW TO GET INVOLVED: To find out more, call 636-230-1973 or visit stlpressclub.org.

the community; stories that maybe took some investigation.” Grants range from a few hundred dollars to $10,000 to support the research behind such stories. “The Press Club doesn’t own its own printing press, so we have to rely on partnering with other media to get these stories out,” Smith adds.

When he’s not overseeing his Press Club board colleagues (equipped with his trademark gavel), Smith works as an investigator with the Better Business Bureau. Prior to the BBB, he was a newsman, covering topics ranging from hard news to features for outlets such as the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and St. Louis Beacon.

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MISSION: At its most basic level, The Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis is a social, professional and charitable organization, with members ranging from columnists and cartoonists, to authors and editors.

“One of its purposes is to advance the understanding of mass communicators, and also to promote awareness of important issues that are facing the press,” says executive director Glenda Partlow. “The members are not just members of the press, but people who influence the news, make the news, cover the news or are just interested in communications.”

HISTORY: The original creation of the Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis can be credited to catfish.

In the mid-1950s, over lunch plates of Bismarck Hotel catfish, Martin Quigley of FleishmanHillard and Al ‘Red Dog’ Dopking of the Associated Press— alongside St. Louis Post-Dispatch staff members Ernest Kirschten, John Keasler, Bill Mauldin and Dickson Terry—decided to create The Catfish Club, a media organization named in homage to their frequent lunchtime meal. The Catfish Club officially began in 1956, with Quigley as its first president; by the 1960s, it became known as The Press Club.

As the face of journalism changed, so did the club. Members-only meals have long since been abandoned; on the other hand, the group’s charitable aspect has been given room to grow. Activities are still recurrent, with both social and educational events frequenting the calendar.

And while the present-day name may be more self-explanatory, The Press Club pays tribute to its fish-filled roots. “We have an annual meeting in December, and the club honors somebody with

November Charity Calendar

By Julia Christensen

November Friday 1

FIVE EIGHT AND LAST TO SHOW FIRST TO GO CONCERT at Plush to benefit the Old North St. Louis Restoration Group, plushstl.com.

11th annual MOVE & SHAKE! — THE PARTY WITH PURPOSE at The Magic House, feliciap@focus-stl.org.

8th annual TRIVIA NIGHT & SILENT AUCTION at Our Lady of the Pillar’s Parish Life Center to benefit the Little Sisters of the Poor – St. Louis Residence, 421-6022.

Annual DINNER AUCTION at All Occasion Banquet Center to benefit the Atai Orphanage Fund, ataiorphanage.org.

SWIRL, SIP & SAVOR WINE TASTING at The Moto Museum to benefit Kids In The Middle, kidsinthemiddle.org/upcoming-events.

Saturday 2 40 YEARS OF FASHION annual fashion show at Orlando Gardens to benefit Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis, 837-4881.

CAROUSEL GALA at The Ritz-Carlton to benefit St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s Healthy Kids Express program, kboylan@bjc.org.

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION at the Four Seasons Hotel to benefit Neighborhood Houses, neighborhoodhouses.org/events.

SOUNDS OF MUSIC featuring performances from soprano Miran Halen and Symphony concertmaster David Halen at the Innsbrook Resort Conference Center to benefit the Innsbrook Institute, 636-928-3366 ext. 218 or innsbrookinstitute.org.

22nd annual REACH FOR A STAR GALA at The Ritz-Carlton honoring Diane Kateman to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, cff.org.

Annual READY READERS TRIVIA NIGHT at John Burroughs Field House, readyreaders.org/events.

Saturday 9

Sunday 3 CELEBRATING SECOND CHANCES gala at the Polish Heritage Center to benefit Project COPE, projcope.org.

St. Louis Track Club’s 34th annual ST. LOUIS HALF MARATHON and the 13th annual CLAYTON POLICE 5K at the Center of Clayton to benefit the Special Olympics Missouri, stlhalfmarathon.org.

Thursday 7 Inaugural CENTER FOR AUTISM EDUCATION GALA at Old Hickory Golf Club, 636-978-7785.

21st annual FASHION SHOW AND BOUTIQUE at The Ritz-Carlton to benefit Friends of Kids With Cancer, friendsofkids.com/fashion-show.html.

Annual FARMERS FORMAL at Washington University’s College Hall to benefit EarthDance, earthdancefarms.org.

Friday 8

ALL THAT JAZZ at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch to benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, bgcstl.org.

THE UPSCALE SALE at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church to benefit Haven of Grace, Episcopal City Mission, Beyond Housing and the Magdalene House, stpetersepiscopal.org.

OVER THE TOP FOR TOTS: FALL INTO THE HOLIDAYS at The Columns in St. Charles to benefit The Crisis Nurseries of St. Charles, 292-5770.

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charities&nonprofits A Ladue News Special Section Continued from page 19 7th annual MEMORIES & MELODIES event at The Chase Park Plaza to benefit Memory Care Home Solutions, 645-6247.

SATURDAY 16

WINE DINNER AND AUCTION at The RitzCarlton to benefit Epworth, epworth.org.

WEDNESDAY 13 The 6th annual STRONG, SMART & BOLD LUNCHEON at The Ritz-Carlton to benefit Girls Inc., girlsincstl.org.

APPLAUSE! gala at The Ritz-Carlton to benefit STAGES St. Louis, stagesstlouis.org.

THURSDAY 14

ATHENA AWARDS at the Missouri Athletic Club to benefit the Hellenic Spirit Foundation, hellenicspiritfoundation.org.

Second annual ACCESSIBLESTL SHINE THE LIGHT AWARDS at The Chase Park Plaza to benefit Paraquad, paraquad.org.

Hellenic Spirit Foundation and The University of Missouri - St. Louis proudly announce the

2013 AthenA AwArds Joan lee berkman amelia a.J. bond teri Griege mary elizabeth Grimes linda hall tishaura o. Jones All proceeds benefit Scholarships for Military Veterans at UMSL

la verne lorenzini virginia mcdowell terri J. odom, e6 retired Kathleen m. ratcliffe donna Wilkinson sonia Zamanou-erickson, Ph.d.

Friday, November 15, 2013 11:30 am missouri athletic club Hellenic Spirit Foundation 4400 Woodson Road • Saint Louis, Missouri 63134

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11th annual DIAMONDS GALA at The Chase Park Plaza to benefit the Friends of the Saint Louis University Liver Center, 576-3078.

HEART GALA at The Chase Park Plaza to benefit the Mighty Oakes Heart Foundation, mightyoakes.org.

WINE AND DINNER AUCTION PHOTO BY BRYAN SCHRAIER

FRIDAY 15

Annual HEART & SOUL GALA at the Four Seasons to benefit Congregation Shaare Emeth, shaare-emeth.org.

IMAGES OF GRACE GALA at Palladium St. Louis to benefit Grace Hill, imagesofgrace.org.

Thursday 21 THE BEAUTY OF ART at Monarch to benefit the Anti-Defamation League, stlouis.adl.org.

Saturday 23 ALVIN K. STOLZE INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN AWARD dinner at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch to benefit The National Children’s Cancer Society, thenccs.org/dinner-event.

STRANGER THAN FICTION: BEYOND THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD at the Central Library to benefit the St. Louis Public Library, slplfoundation.org.

Thursday 28 Inaugural HUNGRY TURKEY TROT 5K downtown to benefit Operation Food Search, hungryturkey5k.com.

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Holiday Cards for Charity Compiled by Blaise Hart-Schmidt

Spread joy and love to your friends and family, as well as to families in need, with holiday cards benefiting local charities.

These cards are a great way to support deserving nonprofits while raising awareness for the causes they serve.

Missouri Botanical Garden

Lutheran Elementary School Association

577-5137, mobot.com Set of 10 for $13 INSIDE MESSAGE: Season’s Greetings

268-1525, metrolutheranschools.org Set of 10 for $10 INSIDE MESSAGE: May the blessings of the birth of the Babe in Bethlehem shine in your life this Christmas and always. Wishing you warm Christmas blessings.

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544-3433, nfnf.org Set of 10 for $10, plus shipping INSIDE MESSAGE: Warmed by hearts, surrounded by softness, wrapped in love…

May this season bring you health, joy and hope.

Board News The St. Louis Public Library Foundation has elected DEBORAH PATTERSON and MATT VILLA to its board of trustees.

Patterson is president of the Monsanto Fund. Villa is VP of Villa Lighting and a former St. Louis City alderman.

CLIFFORD HOLEKAMP, JAY STEINBACK and LAURNA GODWIN have been selected to serve on Arch Grant’s board of directors.

The organization provides $50,000 non-dilutive grants to early-stage ventures, in hopes of creating an entrepreneurial culture and infrastructure in St. Louis.

Rainbow Village announces SCOTT WELZ as its new board member. Welz

By Blaise Hart-Schmidt

is the senior VP, director of pilots and learning at Wells Fargo Advisors of St. Louis.

Clifford Holekamp

Jay Steinback

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The Mary Ryder Home has named five new members to its board of directors: GEORGIA BARNETT of The Boeing Company, MARK CHERRY of Coventry Health Care of Missouri, JULI NIEMANN of Smith Moore, BARBARA PIERCE of HughesLeahyKarlovic and MIHIKA BARUAH of the United Way. The residential care facility provides a safe home, meals, and personal, physical and emotional care for low-income, at-risk senior women.

Eight new members have joined The Magiac House, St. Louis Children’s

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Museum board of directors. The new members are SCOTT COLLINS, PIERRE COURDUROUX, TRAVIS KEARBEY, ALEX LEE, CARLETON PROTHO, JOHN SHEEHAN, PETER VILLHARD and SARA WADE. Ranken Jordan Pediatric Specialty Hospital is pleased to announce Derek GLANVILL, president and COO of McCarthy Building Companies Inc., as its new board member. Glanvill will serve a three-year term for the 34-bed hospital.

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Were you there when ...

By Blaise Hart-Schmidt

Students at The Wilson School used cardboard, recycled materials and their imaginations to design and build creations as part of this year’s Cardboard Challenge. The global event involved almost 77,000 people, and the students used a broad range of skills to participate in the challenge. Projects ranged from cardboard vehicles designed by pre-kindergarteners to arcade games engineered and constructed by upper-school students.

The Physician Ambassadors of St. Anthony’s Charitable Foundation honored Dr. Leroy Ortmeyer and Dorothy Schillinger with this year’s Spirit of St. Anthony Awards. Dr. Ortmeyer has been a member of St. Anthony’s medical staff for 52 years, and worked to establish the forerunner paramedic system in South St. Louis County. Schillinger has volunteered for the hospital for 34 years, and has spent more than 35,000 hours welcoming patients and visitors.

Guests of Science and Citizens Organized for Purpose and Exploration’s SCOPE the Night enjoyed hands-on science and technology activities, as well as music and food, as part of the organization’s annual fundraiser. The event honored Dr. Nancy Barlett with a Founder Award and Dr. Elisa Birnbaum with an Innovation Award. SCOPE promotes scientific literacy and appreciation among the general public. Pictured: Dr. Nancy Barlett, Cynthia Kramer and Dr. Elisa Birnbaum.

The Rose Foundation recently hosted a special screening of its documentary, Rose Compass at the Tivoli Theatre, raising almost $4,000 to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The movie depicts Collen Caul’s 65-day, 1,000-mile run from St. Louis to New York City to spread awareness and raise funds in honor of her sister, Katie, a cystic fibrosis patient.

The event also honored Mary Weiss, who has raised millions of dollars for the organization.

Thank you to

Marvin and Harlene Wool for providing the $50,000 Wool Challenge At the St. Andrew’s Ageless Remarkable saint Louisans Gala Since 2011 the Wool Challenge has generated over $200,000 for Seniors in need.

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By Blaise Hart-Schmidt

Covenant House Missouri 2727 N. Kingshighway Blvd., 314-450-7685, covenanthousemo.org

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Tonight in St. Louis, more than 2,000 teens will sleep outside, in an abandoned building and other dangerous places. On Nov. 21, St. Louis Rams COO Kevin Demoff and Moneta Group principals Dianne Compardo and Ron Wienstroer will lead the Covenant House Missouri Sleep Out to raise awareness and funds for this issue. For more information, visit stlouis.thesleepout.org, or call Ashlynn Weiss at 450-7674.

The Cars for Homes vehicle donation program supports the mission of Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis to build homes, communities and hope. To donate a vehicle, visit carsforhomes.org or call 1-877-277-4344.

Rosati-Kain High School 4389 Lindell Blvd., 533-8513 ext. 213, rosati-kain.org Enjoy shopping, food, wine and more at Unique Boutique Girls Night Out, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Nov. 14, at Rosati-Kain High School.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will support the school’s tuition assistance program, which asserts that “receiving a Rosati-Kain education is an opportunity every girl should have.”

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Hellenic Spirit Foundation 4400 Woodson Road, 447-0290, hellenicspiritfoundation.org Hellenic Spirit Foundation is a small group that represents the Greek-American and Philhellenes community within the greater St. Louis area. In conjunction with the UM-St. Louis, the organization presents the 2013 Athena Awards at the Missouri Athletic Club on Nov. 15 to honor outstanding women who reflect an “absorbing interest, intense commitment, skillful accomplishments and radiance of Hellenic beauty as epitomized by the goddess Athena.”

Miriam Foundation: The Learning Disability Experts 501 Bacon Ave., 968-3893, miriamstl.org Miriam Empowers Through Education provides free training seminars for professionals and parents. Learn how food choices can impact a child’s success in school at the organization’s next session, Brain Boosting Foods, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 14 at Miriam School, hosted by registered and licensed dietician Barb Linneman.

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Join Voyce for its 19th Annual Caregiver Awards Luncheon and Holiday Boutique from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 5 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac.

The luncheon will honor staff and volunteers who give exceptional long-term care throughout St. Louis and Northeast Missouri. Tickets are $60 for individuals and $600 for a reserved table of 10.

Escape the doldrums of winter at the seventh season of Winter Opera St. Louis. Enjoy Gounod’s Faust on Nov. 8 and 10; Verdi’s Falstaff on Feb. 7 and 9; and Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor on March 7 and 9. Operas are performed in the original language with supertitles and orchestra.

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Belt, $34.50, J.Crew

On Trend: Combat Chic

By Katie Yeadon

Not unlike the actual armed forces, fall’s military trend is an age-old tradition that always gets the job done. With shades of olive, epaulet details, pockets galore and, of course, camouflage prints, this utilitarian look will have you ready to do battle stylishly.

Earrings, $213, Vie

Liebeskind bag, $298, Nordstrom

BP slippers, $70, Nordstrom

Sanctuary shirt, $99, Macs Designs

Cardinal hat, $66, Cha Boutique BB Dakota, $90, Cha Boutique

Generation Love sweater, $132, Vie Skirt, $128, J.Crew

Sold jeans, $178/$127, Laurie Solet and Ivy Hill

Vintage Havana star sweater, $45, Paperdolls Boutique Vest, $138, J.Crew

Haute Hippie coat, $795, Esther

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Saint Laurent boot, $895, Neiman Marcus

House of Harlow sunglasses, $138, Esther

RUNWAY PHOTO BY Marcus Tondo, PRODUCT PHOTOS BY SARAH CROWDER

Watch, $38, Paperdolls Boutique

FASHION & BEAUTY

Must-Have

Line I Love

LOAFING AROUND

KATE POLLMAN JEWELRY

LOAFER, SLIPPER, SLIP-ON…WHATEVER YOU CALL IT, THIS SHOE HAS become the classic flat that every designer is designing and every fashionable girl is wearing... $150, J.Crew $150, Cha Boutique

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$90, Nordstrom

LOCAL DESIGNER KATE POLLMAN TOOK A LEAP OF FAITH AND LEFT A corporate job in marketing at Brown Shoe to follow her passion of becoming a jewelry designer. And in just one year, she launched her eponymous line.

With a focus on vintage elements and incorporating natural stones, Kate Pollman Jewelry is composed of statement pieces in a range of price points.

Meticulously handcrafted, Pollman draws her inspiration from fashion, art and interiors, and the raw materials she finds in her travels. “Jewelry—whether major diamonds, cheap and chic, or anything in-between—has the power to excite and delight,” Pollman says. “The Kate Pollmann Jewelry collection is designed to elicit that same response from the women who wear it.”

Kate Pollman jewelry is available at Ivy Hill, Byrd Style Lounge and The Woman’s Exchange.

$198, Kate Spade

$795, Nordstrom

$385, Neiman Marcus

$98, Ann Taylor $250, Nordstrom

Everybody’s Carrying LIEBESKIND BACKPACK

PHOTOS BY SARAH CROWDER

IT’S HARD TO BELIEVE THE BACKPACK-AS-Apurse is making a comeback. No longer a nostalgic ’90’s college staple, the backpack has graduated into a chic adult carry-all. One of my favorites is the ‘Lora’ by Liebeskind. If you haven’t heard of this Berlin-based company yet, you soon will. Handmade of vintage leather, Liebeskind is making beautiful pieces for the woman who wants a casual, timeless and one-of-a-kind bag.

Liebeskind backpack, $198, Available exclusively at Nordstrom

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Shop Worth a Stop The Eye Bar

BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT

The little sister of J.Crew is about to have her moment here in St. Louis. Madewell is opening its first St. Louis store at Plaza Frontenac.

Known for its timeless denim and leather pieces, Madewell has just hired a new designer, Somsack Sikhounmuong, to bring the brand back to its roots.

After a slight foray into some trendy and quirkier collections, Sikhounmuong is focusing on reinstating the authentic, warm and lived-in basics the company was known for, while adding some feminine touches. “Maybe it’s something that you saw your brother wearing when you grew up — like a great rugby shirt or a great sweatshirt that your dad wore — so, finding all those great, go-to pieces, and then layering on the more feminine things. It’s often a combo of the feminine and masculine, or casual with pretty,” Sikhounmuong tells The New York Times. The store is slated for a Nov. 5 opening.

St. Louisans who want a look like no one else shop for glasses at The Eye Bar. The Eye Bar co-owner Stacey Plank says that before opening her business, she ran a store for an eyewear designer, and saw how—just like clothing designers—each one has their own signature and flavor. Plank and her husband, Jared, wanted to open a store that featured independent optical designers, bringing something new to St. Louis.

Specializing in what Plank calls “modern, pretty and timeless” glasses, The Eye Bar offers premium brands such as SALT, Face a Face, Lunor and Beausoleil.

“People want to feel pretty and handsome and attractive, so we try to avoid the really bizarre and find stuff that’s unusual, but pretty.”

Customers of The Eye Bar don’t get the usual experience of picking out glasses. The store actually has a bar at which customers sit, get a drink and relax, while staffers bring them frames to try on. “Our whole concept was to take the clinical feel out of it,” Plank says. “When people see the doctor [at traditional optometry stores], they just get shuffled from room to room. We wanted to take all that pain away. Customers here feel relaxed and welcome.”

SUNGLASSES PHOTOS BY Sarah Crowder

401 N. Euclid, 367-1848, theeyebar.com Hours: Mon. by appointment; Tues. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m to 7 p.m.; Sun. noon to 5 p.m.

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FASHION & BEAUTY

Skin Deep

BY LISA WATSON

Q&A with Kim Palmier of The Face Company

WHAT COULD BE MORE RELAXING, INDULGENT AND BENEFIcial than a day at the spa? We talked with Kim Palmier of The Face Company about ways to detoxify, refresh and renew.

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What type of treatment would you recommend for the holidays?

One of our premier treatments is a body wrap with oxygen facial.

Body wraps are amazing before a special event, and the two of them together are the dynamic duo. We do the oxygen facial with a piece of equipment that is multi-dynamic; it includes cleansing, then our FaceCo Clinical Serum is infused into the skin based on the needs of the individual, and we follow up with oxygenation. The skin stays refreshed and hydrated. It’s what Madonna does before events, so we call it the ‘red carpet duo.’

Why is an oxygen facial so beneficial?

Oxygen stimulates cellular activity, so if the skin appears sluggish and tired, it rejuvenates. Oxygen is one of our primary needs for life. It’s rejuvenating, refreshing and revitalizing.

What are the major concerns that clients come to you with?

One we see often is sun damage to the skin, which we treat with photofacials and a cold light laser. Another is general loss of firmness, or the skin is just not as resilient as it used to be. For loss of firmness—especially around the eyes—we use the Viora system, which is FDA approved for skin tightening. It’s a system that delivers heat deep into the skin at three different levels: At the superficial level, it improves elastin connectivity; at the middle layer, it creates circulatory stimulation; and at the third level, or hypodermis, it supports collagen growth. It’s a non-invasive, nonsurgical approach. It gives instant gratification, along with building of collagen for longer-term results.

But the core of our business is laser hair removal. We use the Palomar Icon, which is the No. 1 FDA-approved provider of aesthetic devices for hair removal.

PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER

How many treatments does it take to get good results for hair removal?

When you’re working with non-invasive, no-downtime scenarios for things like laser hair removal or body sculpting, you’ll typically need multiple treatments. We go by a corrective category count in multiples of three: A mild corrective would be three, a medium corrective would be six, and a high corrective would be nine. It depends on the individual and the area being treated.

Any other tips for our readers?

Exfoliation, hydration and protection: They’re the three must-dos.

And of course, love yourself.

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Soak the Stress Away

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LOOKING TO UNWIND IN THE COMFORT OF your own tub? Sprinkle, pour or ‘bomb’ your way to relaxation with our luxurious bath items. Don’t forget the candles and that glass of wine!

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1. St. Louis-based K. HALL’s Rose Water Bath Soak has rosewater-infused mineral salts and rose petals. Its handcrafters claim that the concoction “helps fight grief, anger and fear”—certainly worth a try! $32, available at K. Hall Designs.

3. The Bubble Bath from K. HALL’s Rose Water collection contains natural plant extracts, soothing botanicals and organic rosewater, perfect for dry, sensitive skin. $30, available at K. Hall Designs.

5. Envelop yourself in L’OCCITANE’s Lavender Foaming Bath—a mind-and-body experience that transports you to the rugged hills of Provence.

The result? Supple, clean and fragrant skin. $34, available at L’Occitane en Provence.

2. Inhale, and set your mind and body at ease with Moroccan cedrus oil, Bulgarian lavender, and evening primrose and sweet orange oils in MOLTON BROWN’s Sleep Cedrus Bathing Infusion. Sweet dreams! $34, available at Neiman Marcus.

4. THYMES’ all-natural Clary Sage Tea Bath Salts nourish and comfort the skin with Epsom and sea salts, combined with Assam black tea and fresh clary sage leaves, as well as willow herb and calendula. $5, thymes.com.

6. Indulge in some bath-time fun with LUSH’s signature bath bombs like Lord of Misrule ($6), a spicy blend of patchouli and black pepper oil.

If you prefer a citrusy note, try The Enchanter ($6.25), which combines lime and neroli oils to clear your mind. Available at LUSH St. Louis Galleria and Macy’s West County Center.

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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Washington University physicians at The Surgical and Wound Care Clinic at Barnes-Jewish Hospital specialize in the treatment of patients with wounds that won’t heal.

LIV ING WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS

ON THE COVER:

The Healing Chamber

Washington University Surgical and Wound Care Clinic at Barnes-Jewish Hospital now offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy for advanced wound care and healing. Pictured: Dr. John Kirby and a technician prepare a patient for hyperbaric oxygen therapy. For more information, call 362-2233 or visit wuphysicians.wustl.edu.

BY BRITTANY NAY

on the patient’s condition. “It feels almost like being up in an airplane, but really it’s like you’re going down in a submarine,” Kirby explains. “You recline in a chamber like a beach chair inside an atmosphere that is 100-percent oxygen, and we change the pressure around your body so that more of that oxygen is absorbed into your skin and blood vessels, all of which helps healing.” And patients have access to plenty of amenities to pass the time during treatments. “While you are in the chamber, you can watch TV or visit with family through the clear walls of the chamber. Each chamber is very personalized for every patient, and we schedule their appointments at convenient times for them.”

HBOT can benefit a range of patients, such as those with slow-healing wounds from diabetes, cancer patients who have undergone radiation therapy, and those with serious infections, as well as trauma and burn victims. Since the chamber

Dr. John Kirby and a technician oversee a patient undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

opened this summer, Kirby says it has been amazing to see patients overcome general to serious conditions, from surgery wounds and diabetic foot wounds to traumatic skin conditions.

At the clinic, a dedicated team of physicians, including surgeons, radiologists, podiatrists, vascular surgeons, resident physicians and advance practice nurses, are part of the HBOT treatment process. The clinic also expedites treatment for patients, allowing those with general surgery issues to obtain outpatient care and avoid the emergency room. Kirby notes, “It’s really quite a special place.”

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WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SURGICAL AND Wound Care Clinic at Barnes-Jewish Hospital is helping patients heal chronic wounds. The advanced care clinic, located in the hospital’s Center for Outpatient Health, offers a range of treatment options. This summer, those offerings expanded to include hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT).

HBOT is a medical treatment in which a patient breathes 100-percent oxygen in a closed, pressurized chamber. For patients who have hard-to-heal wounds due to lack of oxygen in the surrounding tissue, HBOT allows faster, more complete healing, says Dr. John Kirby, Washington University medical director of the Surgical and Wound Care Clinic. The method stimulates small blood vessel growth, promotes new skin growth and helps fight infection.

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OU MADE IT THROUGH THE blooming spring and the lush summer. You may have sneezed and rubbed your itchy eyes, but allergies are par for the course during the warm months. And now it’s fall—and you’re still sneezing. What gives?

Ragweed, that’s what. Local experts point to ragweed and mold as the two most common fall allergy triggers.

“When adults or children who are allergic are exposed to mold, ragweed or other weeds, they may experience a variety of symptoms,” says Dr. Lisa Suffian, an allergist with Allergy Consultants. “Their symptoms may include nasal itching, eye itching and redness, nasal drainage and congestion, post-nasal drainage into the back of the throat, and sneezing. If the allergic individual also has asthma, exposure to these

allergens may cause the person to cough, feel short of breath, experience chest tightness and wheeze.”

As the weather cools, people spend more time indoors, also increasing exposure to indoor allergens such as dust, pet dander, and indoor molds or fungi, notes Dr. Hamsa Subramanian, an allergist on staff at Missouri Baptist Medical Center.

“We also see some eczema flareups during the change of seasons. That’s true for spring and fall, also. Then in winter, the air gets drier, and eczema can become worse,” she adds.

Whether the cause is seasonal pollens and molds, or perennial indoor allergens, the same cadre of treatments aims to reduce symptoms. “In allergic rhinitis, once the environmental allergies are identified, then environmental control, in addition to medication therapy, can help alleviate the allergy symptoms,” says Dr. Elyra Figueroa, an allergist with SSM Medical Group Sunset Hills

and on staff at SSM St. Mary’s Health Center. “In most patients, these two measures are effective in controlling and treating seasonal symptoms.”

Over-the-counter allergy medications can control runny nose, sneezing and itching, but they are not effective for treating nasal congestion, Figueroa says. She instead recommends a combination of a prescription steroid nasal spray and decongestant to relieve more severe congestion.

“Decongestants, such as Sudafed, Drixoral or Actifed, are available over-the-counter and they are often combined with an antihistamine, such as in Zyrtec-D, Allegra-D or Claritin-D. Unfortunately, use of pseudoephedrine has been limited due to its side effects of increasing blood pressure, particularly in hypertensive patients,” Figueroa says. This ingredient also is restricted Continued on page 36

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Over-the-counter nasal sprays are only useful for very shortterm relief, due to the risk of the medicine itself causing permanent congestion if used for more than three days, but saline nasal washes and neti pots may help clear congestion and bring relief.

Ultimately, though, immunotherapy is the only cure for these types of allergies and may provide a solution for patients who are unable to control their symptoms adequately with medications.

“Immunotherapy is a very natural approach and involves repeated injections of the allergens that an individual is allergic to, as well as sterile water,” Suffian explains. “An allergist can perform skin testing, which is a very non-invasive procedure to determine exactly what allergens the patient is allergic to. Once this is known, immunotherapy is formulated, and the patient begins the course of immunotherapy. Over time, immunotherapy changes the way the patient’s immune system responds to the allergens, so they are no longer allergic to them. Immunotherapy is typically 80 percent effective.”

More information and resources about allergy triggers and control are available from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, St. Louis Chapter, at aafastl.org.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

CHRONIC PAIN

Relief Comes in Many Forms

BY CONNIE MITCHELL

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OST PEOPLE EXPERIENCE BACK PAIN AT some point in their life. In fact, back and neck pain are among the most common complaints made to primary-care physicians and orthopedic specialists.

“It just happens with the aging process for most people,” says orthopedic surgeon Dr. Donald Bassman. “And it doesn’t take much to set off the process.” Lifting incorrectly, a sudden twist or movement, and exercising too intensely or with incorrect form are just a few of the triggers that can lead to chronic back pain. Joints—especially hips, knees and shoulders—also are susceptible to chronic pain caused by arthritis, overuse or acute injuries.

If chronic back or joint pain occurs, the best strategy often is to just keep on keeping on, says Dr. Helen Blake of Regeneration Orthopedics. “Staying active and engaged in life’s activities yields significant benefits to our physical and emotional wellbeing,” she says. “I urge my patients to have realistic expectations of what their bodies can do, given their symptoms.”

Bassman and Blake recommend several home remedies, such as heat to help relax tight or spastic muscles. Ice can be beneficial when used after exercise to help decrease inflammation. “There are certainly over-the-counter medications, like

acetaminophen (Tylenol), naproxen sodium (Aleve) and ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) that definitely can provide some benefit and usually have very little risk of harm, but I encourage all patients to consult with their doctors before starting any medications or supplements in case there are interactions with medications the patients may be taking,” Blake says.

Physical therapy also can be helpful as patients are taught how to stretch and use other techniques to help reduce pain. But chronic pain that doesn’t respond to conservative measures may need more intensive, invasive treatments.

“If the pain just hasn’t gotten any better, you proceed further in a workup, such as ordering an MRI,” Bassman says. “If there are specific areas that look like they need to be treated, there are injections that can be given by physicians under X-ray control so specific areas are hit with a cortisone preparation to reduce pain and irritation in that area. That does work, and we do a lot of those.” Beyond that, prescription medications and surgical interventions are available, but Bassman notes that surgery typically is considered a last resort when other treatments have failed to provide relief.

Blake adds a number of lifestyle and holistic practices to the pain-relieving arsenal. For instance, “aerobic exercise like walking helps your body bring

oxygen and nutrition to your muscles,” she says.

“This can help reduce stiffness and rebuild your stamina. I advise starting with short bursts of walking and building from there.” Swimming or water aerobics in a heated pool, tai chi and pilates are other good activity choices. In addition to relieving existing pain, exercise is a preventive measure, Blake adds.

“Part of prevention also extends into the diet we consume,” Blake says. “Maintaining a healthy diet not only helps to keep your weight in check, but the choices of the food you eat can influence the amount of inflammation present in your body. Omega-3 fatty acids have significant health benefits to people who suffer chronic pain. Eating it in the form of salmon, flaxseed, omega-3 fortified eggs and walnuts can lead to benefits. A diet that is heavy on vegetables also is heavy on antioxidants, and antioxidants can have powerful effects on the way that our body deals with disease and inflammation.”

Although we can’t stop aging and totally protect our bodies from wear and tear, chronic pain does not have to define your existence. “Don’t hesitate to reach out to a specialist for help,” Blake urges.

“There is a whole lot more to treating pain than handing out medications. It’s about treating the whole individual—mind, body and spirit.”

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Ample space, high ceilings and top-ofthe-line finishes are the norm for homes landing in the multi-million dollar market. Homes sitting on a double-lot can have even more appeal. Forty minutes outside of St. Louis sits an estate made for any luxury neighborhood, featuring one large perk most definitely not available in the city: 154 acres.

The main home on the $5.495-million estate boasts more than 10,000 square feet. Realtor Joe Gizdic of Whitetail Properties says this Jersey County, Ill., property is an outdoorsman’s dream, but could be enjoyed by anyone. Full of custom features and high-end amenities, the estate puts luxury living in a secluded environment. While there are plenty of areas to allow the homeowner to enjoy a view of the bluffs; much of the land, according to Gizdic, is perfect for hunting a variety of game, including deer, turkey and coyotes.

Inside the 5-bedroom home are 6 full- and 3 half-bathrooms, as well as a wine room and

wood-paneled office. The home showcases more than $350,000 worth of granite, especially in the kitchen, where it surrounds the copper sinks and Wolf appliances. “It’s really an executive home,” Gizdic says. “You could find the same home in Ladue, but not in this setting.”

In the lower level of the home, near the spacious gun room with custom Fort Knox door, is a pool table and shuffle board table, as well as a workout facility, complete with tanning bed.

Built-ins can be found throughout, including the 500-gallon basement aquarium. Rustic stone is shown not just on the multitude of fireplaces, but around columns and as arched dividers. The large chandeliers lighting the home add not just aesthetic appeal, but practicality, as the retractable fixtures simplify cleaning and bulb

changing—truly a benefit, considering the 20-foot ceilings.

Outside the main home, the estate features a multitude of additional buildings. Surrounding the house is a 3-car garage with attached nanny quarters; an open-faced storage area; a pool house with kitchen; an 8,300-square-foot storage facility; and a separate, rentable home.

The high estate value comes from more than aesthetics, as the home features fireproof insulation, slate roof and geothermal heating and cooling.

A variety of water features pepper the rural landscape, including a stocked, 1-acre pond; 10-person hot tub; and custom saltwater swimming pool.

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hen you close your eyes, you can see it—the walls, the windows, the décor. Or perhaps you can’t picture it at all, but you know how you’d feel in the space.

Despite all the fantasizing, if the opportunity to create your dream home ever arose, would you know what to do?

Three parts of the process are indisputably necessary: a location, a professional and finances—but not necessarily in that order. If

you’re starting from scratch, Chris Vatterott of Enclave Bellerive says that there can be problems in dealing with vacant lots or tear-down homes.

“You have to make sure [a lot] is fully developed,” Vatterott says. “Codes that are required by each city will significantly affect the value of the developed lot. Some municipalities require copper-only waterlines. Another thing that is a serious concern is how far away the waterline is away from your site.” Before a wall is even built, the expenses can easily add up—and it’s no

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Dunlap also recommends asking things such as Were questions answered with compassion and understanding of the client? and Did the design pay too much attention to fixtures, finishes and current trends? to help find the right professional for the job.

It’s also important to note, the ideal professional will be working with the homeowner’s best interest at heart, as Emily Castle of Castle Design explains homeowners “need to know the designer wants this project to be successful as much as they do—most good designers will go in with that in mind. There needs to be good communication, mutual trust and respect between the clients and designer.”

Through the aforementioned communication, the specifics of the project can come to light. Professionals are there to create your vision whether or not you have a shoebox of ideas—but the pros agree to bring and share the ideas if you have them.

If you have major wants, prioritizing is key. “When I meet with people, often I find they want everything—and it’s not always feasible to have everything,” explains Tamsin Mascetti of Tamsin Design Group. She says it is important to not just have a priority list of your must-haves, but of the family’s must-haves. “You may have a master bathroom space that won’t fit this giant spa tub, and that’s the first thing on her list; but the first thing on his list is a giant shower. Coming up with a list together really helps a designer or architect. It’s a good guide to know what needs to be incorporated.”

However, there isn’t a right way to know what favorites are worth keeping. “When you buy a car, is it more important that you have a red car or air conditioning? It’s all about priorities,” Mascetti adds.

During the time it takes to create the home, Castle advises owners to remain patient. “You shouldn’t try to plan this whole thing on a deadline; if you do, you’re going to set yourself up for disaster.” She notes that professionals can be realistic about the time they believe a project should take, but that only so much can be planned.

At the end of the process, the feeling of pure perfection may not be there immediately. “After you build the house, there are going to be things you would have done differently,” warns Vatterott. Some issues are not fixable, while some can be adjusted post-construction. To help keep the issues from appearing at all, he recommends homeowners “slow down at the framing stage; that’s the least expensive time to make corrections.” If something is overlooked, it doesn’t have to destroy the house in your eyes. “You cannot sweat that,” he adds. “It just happens.”

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In 1765, British colonel Roger Morris (17171794) and his American wife, Mary Philipse (1729-1825), built the 8,500-square-foot manse—now considered the oldest home in America—atop a hill with panoramic views.

Morris, a nephew of an English architect and aficionado of the Palladian style, incorporated many of his elements into the home: An impressive portico topped with a pediment—all supported by Tuscan columns on the front of the home—clearly demonstrates the Palladian influence. At the rear of the home is an octagonshaped morning room. The Morris family lived in the mansion only 10 years until the end of the American Revolution. Their loyalty to the crown took them back to England, which, in turn, left all of their assets in the States to be confiscated.

In 1776, Gen. George Washington used the home as his base after he and his troops lost to Gen. William Howe in the Battle of Long Island. The home then became headquarters for the Hessian commander. It was during this period that future founding fathers and statesmen such as John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton and John Quincy Adams dined or visited this nowhistoric home.

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Eliza was born Betsey Bowen in 1769—now, there’s a story! She was born to a prostitute who died in childbirth on a ship. Her father, a sailor, then met his demise in the Providence harbor. At age 21, Betsey gave birth out of wedlock to a son, George Washington Bowen, whom she later abandoned.

Betsey moved to the big city with sailor Jacques de la Croix.

Having a useful talent, she became one of the most celebrated courtesans of New York. She hit the jackpot when she met Stephen Jumel, which prompted her to reinvent herself as Madame Eliza Continued on page 48

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Continued from page 47 Jumel. (How she selected the name Eliza, no one knows.)

With funds flowing in from her new husband’s coffee interests, the couple made frequent trips to France and hobnobbed with the social elite. With Napoleon as one of their ‘friends,’ the emperor’s sense of style greatly influenced Eliza as she filled her New York home with furniture, fabrics and accessories in the French-Empire style.

Alas, all good things come to an end. Poor Stephen ‘accidentally’ fell on a pitchfork and died.

Some report that Eliza removed the bandages and watched him bleed to death. Who knows?

A wealthy widow always recovers quicker than a poor one. Eliza set her sights on—of all people— former vice president and one-time dueler Aaron Burr (1756-1836). In 1833, she married him in the parlor of the home she shared with Stephen Jumel, just one year after his death.

Eliza wanted social standing; Burr needed money, so the union was doomed from the start.

Two years later, the marriage ended in divorce— sort of. On the day of Burr’s death, the divorce papers were delivered to Eliza. She remained in the house until her death in 1865.

The last private owners of the home, Gen. and Mrs. Ferdinand Earle, persuaded the City of New York to purchase the home in 1901 for $235,000 for use as a city park. In 1907, under the direction of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the house opened as a not-forprofit museum.

For more information, visit morrisjumel.org.

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The Dos and Don’ts of Financing Your Dream Home

By Brittany Nay

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urchasing a luxurious home can be a dream come true. But before you set off on your journey to home ownership, local experts have crucial advice to ensure the process doesn’t turn into a nightmare.

Prior to your house-hunt, local lenders say it is critical to meet with a trusted loan officer to achieve seamless transitions throughout the home-buying transaction. Because, as Doug Schukar of USA Mortgage cautions, the rules have changed—and borrowers have to do their homework. “You used to be able to meet with a lender and get a house,” he explains. “But there have been so many changes mandated by the government, you need to do a crash course in what products are out there now.”

Area mortgage agencies offer a range of loan products, from conforming loans—those which are $417,000 or lower and meet GSE (Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac) guidelines, to jumbo loans—$417,000 or higher. “A lot of people think you need 20 percent down when buying a million-dollar home, and that’s not the case,” says Steve Strick of Gershman

Mortgage. “There are multiple programs that allow people to put 10 percent down.” And for first-time home-buyers, there are even more options, including no money down or a 3-percent down-payment, Strick adds.

It’s also important for potential homeowners to avoid getting their heart set on one particular dream house upfront. “Say you spot a $1-million home you like, but you only can afford a $500,000 house,” Schukar notes. Strick agrees, noting that it is paramount to first find out the home loan amount for which you qualify. Then, move forward with a dependable lender on all of the necessary paperwork. “The process itself has gotten more frustrating for well-to-do borrowers. Standard paperwork no longer closes the deal,” Schukar warns. The lender now has to investigate everything from your credit score and standard income to alternate forms of income. “Your lender now has to get a 4506-T form—a transcript of your taxes,” he adds.

Red flags that warrant further digging for lenders can range from mortgage rate payments to

judgments and collections. To avoid pitfalls that may block the road to home ownership, Strick says borrowers should not change jobs during the homebuying process or make other big-ticket purchases, such as a car, or furniture for the yet-to-close house. Additionally, your mortgage agency can advise you on positive steps forward, like boosting your credit score. “We go out of our way to fix financial hiccups,” he explains. “We understand that life happens and people’s credit may have dropped during the economic downturn.”

While the process has become longer and stickier, Schukar still says now is a great time to begin the trip toward your dream home. “We’re in an unbelievable market, so it is certainly the time to be buying.”

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My Dream Listings

By Brittany Nay

Nestled in the most coveted local neighborhoods, these stunning manses boast historical charm with modern luxuries. Fall in love with the property that could become your dream home.

52 Huntleigh Woods Drive, Ladue Mature trees tower over the secluded Georgian-style gem at 52 Huntleigh Woods Drive.

“It’s one of the prettiest lots in the area, and extremely private and quiet,” says Julie Lane of Janet McAfee Real Estate.

The charming home features classic millwork and soaring ceilings, as well as modern amenities—from an updated, open kitchen to hardwood flooring and sparkling windows. Elegant French doors off the wood-beamed hearth room lead to the expansive backyard and private pool area.

Listed for $1.65 million, the 6-bedroom, 4-full bath manse is conveniently located in the Ladue School District near businesses and entertainment, Lane adds.

519 N. Taylor Ave., Kirkwood From the wrap-around front porch to a grand entry opening to elegant living and dining rooms, this Kirkwood estate truly is a dream home, says Mark Ciapciak of Prudential Alliance Realtors.

A recent addition off the kitchen hearth room features a fabulous screened porch with a fireplace, overlooking a private saltwater pool and spa. A stunning staircase leads to the second floor, with a dream master suite, three additional bedrooms and a deck. A third floor offers extra entertainment space.

Seven fireplaces, a four-car garage, and a separate office/playhouse complete the impressive property, on the market for $1.995 million. “To top it off, it is an easy walk to downtown Kirkwood,” Ciapciak adds.

10002 Litzsinger Road, Ladue Standing in the master bedroom overlooking the 3 acres of magnificent property at 10002 Litzsinger Road is a very serene feeling, notes Elaine Medve of Prudential Select.

The unique property, listed for $1.699 million, sits on a coveted corner in the heart of Ladue.

Updated with great care to maintain the historic architectural style, the kitchen and baths have been remodeled, yet original wood paneling still remains from the 1850s.

The property also touts a guest home and glistening pool. Medve adds, “It’s everything one could want!”

10420 Litzsinger Road, Frontenac ‘Simply flawless’ is how Wayne Norwood and Ben Patton of Gladys Manion Real Estate describe the manse at 10420 Litzsinger Road. Steeped in luxury, elegant functionality and precise symmetry, the 1.5-story, 6-bedroom, 8-bath home was artfully built by the Johnson Bros. for the current owners and perfected with two Higginbotham additions, creating a 9,000-plus-square-foot estate in the gated Litzsinger Place neighborhood.

Highlights of the home, on the market for $1.895 million, include a breathtakingmaster wing and a porte-cochère to an oversized 4-car garage and a carriage house.

Outdoors, manicured grounds with sophisticated uplighting, a heated pool, fountains, patios and a pergola create a five-star resort ambiance, according to Norwood and Patton. “This Frontenac home is stellar in every way.”

10123 Winding Ridge Road, Ladue The extraordinary estate at 10123 Winding Ridge Road is a dream home for the tennis-playing family, according to John Ryan of The Ryan Tradition with Coldwell Banker Gundaker. The 3-acre property includes a lighted tennis court that has served a family of high school, then college players, and their friends and teammates.

The 11,000-square-foot home, on the market for $3.95 million, boasts extensive entertaining space, nine fireplaces and 6-plus bedroom suites on three floors, connected by a gorgeous winding staircase and elevator. Additional features include exceptional casework, millwork and finishes, a 4-car garage and walkout lower level.

918 Norrington Way, Fenton This 14-acre equestrian estate features a pillared-Greek Revival home, inspired by Louisiana’s Oak Alley Plantation, as its centerpiece; a caretaker’s cottage, barn and paddock.

A two-story marble entry, with its curving cantilevered staircase, hints at the bespoke craftsmanship throughout the manse, on the market for $3.35 million, notes Ted Wight of Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty. Each room has distinguished millwork, exquisite ceiling detail, arches, built-ins and 12-foot ceilings.

The chef’s kitchen features designer appliances and opens to the breakfast room, family room and mud room. Upstairs, 4 bedroom suites provide breathtaking views with French doors opening to verandas.

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712 South Price Road HARMING AND COZY, THIS French country home rests on 1.8 acres at the end of a cul de sac. Bordered by 4 additional private acres, spectacular views, mature trees and professional landscaping make this park-like setting serene and intimate.

Only 8 years old, the 1.5-story home, designed by architect Donna Boxx, suggests Old-World charm with its French doors, vaulted ceilings, terraces and verandas. Skylights, walk-in closets, built-in bookcases and special millwork add intricate detail to the home, which comes complete with a breakfast room, center island, eat-in kitchen, hearth room and walk-in pantry. The master suite boasts a double sink, full bath, whirlpool and separate shower. A family room, library, living room, mainfloor laundry and utility room provide plenty of living and storage space. The walk-out lower level includes a recreation area, full bath, office and storage area. A 3-car garage, hardwood floors, covered porches and location in the Ladue School District round out this home’s myriad of amenities.

A 1.5-story, 4-bedroom, 5-full and 1-half bath home in Ladue is listed for $2.095 million.

Barbara Wulfing and James Manion, 277-3285, 954-5954, janetmcafee.com Janet McAfee Weakley, with 10 other real estate agents, started Janet McAfee Real Estate in 1975. The firm currently has 150 sales associates and a sales volume of $400 million. Locally owned and operated, the agency is among the largest privately owned luxury real estate firms in St. Louis.

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Ladue 10042 Litzsinger $1,245,000 3 acre property with spring fed pond.

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SunSeT HiLLS 12505 Robyn $1,049,000 Sprawling 5 BR, 7 BA on almost 1 acre!

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ToWn and CounTRy 12854 Hickory Woods $995,000 1.5 sty on approx. 1.5 acre in T & C. Helen Chou 314-878-9820

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WiLdWood 2632 Wynncrest Ridge $765,000 Wonderful 5 BR, 2 sty, updated kitchen.

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deS PeReS 645 Wyndham Crossings $599,900 Exquisite, updated 2 story home!

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BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT

ROWING FAMILIES, LOOK no further—the perfect home is ready and waiting.

This charming 2-story home includes five bedrooms and four full baths in its expansive open-floor plan. A large picture window and fireplace give light and warmth to the family room.

The kitchen, with custom cabinetry, gas stove and dishwasher, opens into a cheery sunroom, perfect for breakfasts with the family before rushing to work and school. The second floor features two large bedrooms, each with an alcove, a hall bath and an additional room to serve as a cozy office or nursery. Enjoy sunsets on the patio and a covered front porch. A hot tub, in-ground pool and rock wall with water feature provide relaxation and entertainment for every member of the family.

Other pluses include wood floors, an attached garage, walk-out lower level and a location in the Ladue School District.

A 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home in Ladue’s Clermont Estates subdivision is listed for $839,000.

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

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8025 Maryland Ave #7F 73

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342 N. Meramec Ave (pictured) 155 Carondelet Plaza #708 63122 18 Homewood Drive

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Real Estate Profile

Janet McAfee Real Estate

By Blaise Hart-Schmidt

Three decades ago, Janet McAfee Real Estate consisted of five agents working out of the founder’s basement. Today, 100 active agents work from a corporate office in Ladue and maintain a significant presence along St. Louis’ central corridor. Janet McAfee Real Estate offers professional representation at its finest, with unequalled market insight, an award-winning digital presence enhanced by a mobile platform, strategic and integrated multi-channel marketing, and an in-depth knowledge about the communities it serves. Janet McAfee agents have experience with single-family homes, condominiums, villas and luxury estates, in areas including the central corridor and select South County and St. Charles communities. Clients trust and appreciate the hard work and dedication of the firm’s agents, leading to more than $3 billion in overall sales.

According to the MLS, for the first nine months of 2013 (within 14 select central corridor school districts), Janet Mcafee: -Sells one-third of its listings within the first month.

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22 BIG BEND STATION COURT Manchester Pamela Berra Janet McAfee Real Estate 605-9015, janetmcafee.com

52 BRIARCLIFF Ladue Kim Carney Coldwell Banker Premier Group 647-0001, 422-7449, thecarneyteam.com

155 CARONDELET PLAZA #710 Clayton Mark Gellman and Neil Gellman The Gellman Team, Coldwell Banker Premier Group 336-1991, thegellmanteam.com

This original-owner, Mayer-built home features an upgraded floor plan. The family room and master bedroom each offer a fireplace. Highlights include a finished, walk-out lower level and deck situated amongst a wooded back yard. $247,000

This 8,300-square-foot home sits on 1.5 acres, with five bedrooms and a mother-in-law suite.

Luxury amenities include high-end stainless steel appliances, wood-fire commercial pizza oven, 3-car garage, covered porch, walk-in shower, cherry wood floors and his-and-her walk-in closets. $1.5 million

Located in The Crescent luxury high-rise in downtown Clayton, this beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath move-in ready condominium includes more than 2,800 square feet. The home boasts elegant finishes throughout and a large, private, covered terrace with exceptional views.

72 CLERMONT LANE Ladue Lisa Coulter and Linda Benoist Janet McAfee Real Estate 983-2224, 983-2119, janetmcafee.com/lisacoulter, janetmcafee.com/lindabenoist

18 COUNTRY LIFE ACRES Town and Country Joan Schnoebelen and Megan Rowe Laura McCarthy Real Estate 569-1177, 406-0005, 378-4077, lauramccarthy.com

10042 LITZSINGER ROAD Ladue John Ryan The Ryan Tradition, Coldwell Banker Gundaker 993-8000, theryantradition.com

Nine-foot coffered ceilings, special millwork, pristine wood flooring and a two-story entry are just a few of the highlights in this 4-bedroom home expanded and enhanced for today’s lifestyle. The fabulous great room with built-ins and bar, custom kitchen, hearth/breakfast room and stylish dining room with fireplace all open to an expansive patio, sweeping lawn and exquisite pool and pool house.

This Gyo Obata-designed, multi-level home with updated kitchen and baths is a must-see!

On a secluded, 3-acre property with a springfed pond, the home boasts two master suites on the main level, as well as a game/billiards room, wine room and large living space. All rooms overlook the property, and a 3-car garage, greenhouse and lap-pool are just some of the amenities included. $1.245 million

A beautiful living room, dining room and family room with a large picture window and fireplace make this spacious home wonderful. The kitchen opens into a bright sunroom, and the main-floor master bedroom includes an updated bath. The property features a patio, swimming pool, hot tub and rock wall with a water feature. $839,000 (new price)

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28 Burroughs Lane – Ladue Perfection! This 3 bedroom 2 bath home has everything you have been waiting for and more – the kind of house for the busy professional or the family that wants to move right in and do nothing but enjoy! The decorating is superb. The open floor plan is great with a first floor family room. The kitchen offers granite countertops, breakfast bar, wood cabinets. The 2 baths are recently renovated. Hardwood floors throughout, newer windows, and one car garage. It even has a beautiful stone patio and outdoor stone fireplace. Located on a quiet cul de sac in Ladue. It’s all there, the kind of home that sets the standard high. Offered at $365,000

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Love is in the air for the curvaceous tabloid queen and her music-mogul beau. Kanye recently rented out the SF Giants’ home field and threw a huge birthday bash for Kim. Midway through the celebration, the words Kim, will you marry me? popped up on the stadium big screen. Well, you can drive a bulletproof Bentley, flash that massive engagement ring, and fly from beach house to beach house on a private jet all you want, you still got proposed to on a Jumbotron.

KIM AND KANYE It looks like wedding bells are soon to be ringing for the reality star and her idiot, er, rapper boyfriend, Gold Digger singer Kanye West. The Gold Digger singer threw a party for Kim’s 33rd birthday. Midway through the evening, the Gold Digger singer produced a 15-carat diamond engagement ring and popped the question. No word yet on whether Kim and the Gold Digger singer have set a date. Gold Digger.

KIM AND KANYE The Keeping up with the Kardashians ‘star’ and her outspoken boyfriend are engaged.

Holy cow, there are so many questions. Will they get married? Will they stay married?

Where will they marry? How much will the wedding cost? Is Kim even divorced yet?

What is their combined I.Q.? So, whoever does the pools at your office, leave him alone. He’s got his work cut out for him.

KIM AND KANYE These crazy kids have barely been engaged a week, and already the fur is flying.

Apparently ‘mom-ager’ Kris Jenner has taken issue with her soon-to-be ex-husband Bruce Jenner walking her golden goose down the aisle. Come on, people. Why all the rancor? Can’t Kris just instruct the cameramen to focus on the bride and keep Bruce out of the shot, and then make sure the guests ignore him completely? I mean, that’s what she did when she married him.

It’s not reinventing the wheel, people. * So don’t quote me

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

The Late Edition OK. SO IT’S NO SECRET THAT HOLLYWOOD is a shining example of environmentalism. I mean, when it comes to reuse and recycle, the film industry is unrivaled. If a movie’s a hit, they make it another hit and then another. Let’s see if we can hit a 10-figure, worldwide boxoffice gross without burning a single creative calorie. The film industry will squeeze every dollar out of a good movie, down to the last action figure. It’s the soul-less version of using all the parts of the buffalo.

Well, in the last couple of years, someone in Hollywood had their thinking cap on, and here’s why: The population is aging, Hollywood is not. Let me rephrase: Older movie stars are aging extremely well—with a few glaring exceptions—and are more than willing to keep working. I have serene images of Katherine Hepburn on her New England estate inspecting her rose bushes in blissful retirement, but the thought of Candice Bergen or Bette Midler doing it is laughable. Granted, the real movie hunks of the ’60s and ’70s didn’t have a chance at a twilight career. Steve McQueen and Richard Burton lived their lives like action heroes. So what do we have now? An older movie-going audience, a laundry list of retirement-age actors (stars, really), and a limitless supply of movie scripts ready to be retro-fitted.

Romantic comedies have always been all over the map, demographically speaking. The formula is so rigid and unforgiving that shifting the age of the characters is one of the few acceptable ways to shake things up. In 2003, the concept of people older than 50 (or 60) having a sexy romance that didn’t involve watching the sun glisten off Golden Pond really took shape with Something’s Gotta Give. The film has been followed by a series of respectable baby-boomer romances. The only problem being, the innocuous interchangeable titles make it impossible to

Debbie Baldwin

TANGENTIAL THINKER remember which movie is which.

I think Hollywood made the genre leap with Wild Hogs. (Dmn you, Wild Hogs!) When you think of bikers, you think of relatively young men. But Hollywood told movie-goers it’s never too late, and made Easy Rider for the older set.

A movie that seemed to say chronic lower back pain and a Crestor prescription will not keep you from enjoying life.

Action movies have jumped on the bandwagon, as well. We’ve always had unlikely Die Hard hero John McClane and grouchy detective Roger Murtaugh who was “too old for this st” at the beginning of the 11-year Lethal Weapon franchise. Now we have The Expendables and RED, movies which proudly and purposefully declare that age and experience beat out youth and strength every time.

The Hangover for the older crowd is Last Vegas, while Rocky aged into the Grudge Match and Escape from Alcatraz became The Escape Plan. Obviously these films will meet with varying degrees of success. (In any event, one can’t help but notice Sylvester Stallone really seems to be reaping the rewards of this untapped vein.) All in all, I say hurrah for Hollywood.

When it comes to action, thrillers, romance and even physical comedy, old is ‘the new black.’ I think as long as they steer clear of cheerleader franchises, slasher flicks and erotica, everybody wins.

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REVIEWS THEATER REVIEW

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

Bad Grandpa

PARENTAL MISGUIDANCE RATING: 4-7 out of 10

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F YOU ARE 25 OR older: This is quite simply an asinine 90 minutes of fart jokes.

Johnny Knoxville continues his aptly named Jackass antics here, disguised as a vulgar 86-year old man with his grandson in tow. There are a handful of laugh-out-loud moments, but twice as many that make you want to wince. If you’re a good grandpa and want to know if it’s OK for the kiddos, well, there is a small amount of profanity, some exposed prosthetic genitalia and more sexual references than you’d hear at Fleet Week, so it’s up to you. It’s a 4.

If you are younger than 25: This movie is hilarious. Johnny Knoxville steps in to fill the shoes of Sacha Baron Cohen (Borat) in the Punk’d-asmovie genre. This time, road-tripping with a foul-mouthed 12-year-old, Billy (Jackson Nicoll). In all honesty, it could have been funnier. They end almost every scene before it fully plays out and some of the outtakes in the closing credits seem funnier than the scenes they used. Still, it’s a respectable first start—and you know there are more on the way. It’s a 7.

The Counselor

MOTION TO STRIKE RATING: 5 out of 10

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ERE’S THE THING: This movie has a brill i a n t sc re e nw r i te r : Cormac McCarthy is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and is, without question, one of the country’s greatest living writers.

He may very well be too talented for film. His use of metaphor and symbolism often replace the plot thread and his flowery (and exceptionally beautiful) prose are a challenge for any actor to own.

So, sadly, what we have here is an A-list cast, director and screenwriter, and a B- movie.

I’m going to tell you what I think happens, although I’m not convinced I’m right. The counselor (Michael Fassbender), a public defender with money problems, gets involved in some sort of drug deal, and it is painfully obvious he doesn’t have any idea what he’s getting himself into.

His drug-dealer mentor is Reiner (Javier Bardem), a happygo-lucky trafficker who seems to grasp the fleeting nature of success in his business. His mistress, Malkina (Cameron Diaz), is a worldly (that’s putting it kindly) survivor whose involvement in events is blurry. The counselor also gets some friendly advice from the mysterious Westray (Brad Pitt). I don’t mean mysterious in the cloak-and-dagger sense, I mean in the literal sense.

His purpose is a mystery.

Honestly, I feel like I paid to see a movie about the alphabet and they showed me H, I, J, K, L and M, and everybody knows those are the boring letters. The acting is first-rate, although Cameron Diaz seems to have far more miles on her than her 41 years would indicate. In any event, for a movie with Oscar potential, I can only describe it as disappointing.

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Night of the Living Dead

BY MARK BRETZ

THE STORY Ben enters a farm house that appears to be abandoned. Inside, though, he finds a barefoot young woman named Barbra who seems to be in shock. Eventually, Ben learns that Barbra and her brother, Johnny, had been attacked by “the living dead,” and that Johnny is dead. Barbra ran to the house before slipping into shock.

Soon, Ben learns that there are five other people there, holed up in the basement. They are Harry and Helen, and their injured daughter, Karen, and a young couple named Tom and Judy.

Tension mounts as the six adults seek a solution to their desperate plight, finding themselves as much at war with each other as with the menace beyond.

HIGHLIGHTS George Romero’s landmark 1968 horror film, Night of the Living Dead, has grossed more than $250 million since its debut and is the inspiration for a new musical adaptation crafted by composer Matt Conner and author Stephen Gregory Smith, who collaborated on the lyrics.

Far removed from musicals that provide laughter, along with catchy tunes and witty lyrics, Night of the Living Dead is, well, deadly serious stuff. Artistic director Scott Miller maintains the tension and elicits some splendid performances, notably by Zachary Allen Farmer and Sarah Porter.

COMPANY: New Line Theatre VENUE: Washington University South Campus Theatre, 6501 Clayton Road DATES: Nov. 1, 2 TICKETS: $10-$20; 534-1111 or metrotix.com RATING: A 4.5 on a scale of 1-to-5.

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Farmer and Porter are the show’s pillars as the harried everyman, Ben, and the bitterly unhappy wife, Helen. As the piece’s de facto hero, Farmer instills Ben with a moral compass that alternates between compassion and courage. Porter shows the grit and grim reality behind the shackles chaining Helen to her unhappy marriage with Harry. Mike Dowdy is effective as the loutish Harry, who is quick to fight for his own security at everyone else’s expense.

Joseph McAnulty and Mary Beth Black are fine as the timid young couple who are more hindrance than help to Ben as they stumble along in their terror. Marcy Wiegert gets to escape from Barbra’s coiled catatonia sporadically to heighten the anxiety, while Phoebe Desilets capably fills out the ensemble as the tragically affected Karen.

Even with some sketchy character portrayals from author Smith, Night of the Living Dead makes for absorbing food for thought.

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St. Louis’ latest BBQ joint, Adam’s Smokehouse, has opened its doors at 2819 Watson Road in Clifton Heights.

The new eatery is a collaboration between FRANK VINCIGUERRA and MIKE IRELAND, who both worked for several years at Pappy’s Smokehouse before venturing out on their own. In fact, the restaurant takes its name from ADAM GAFFNEY, a fellow Pappy’s employee who passed away last year.

Chef JOHN PERKINS, famous for his underground and pop-up restaurants, has switched gears a bit with his recently opened ‘permanent’ eatery, Juniper. The restaurant, at 360 N. Boyle Ave. in the Central West End, is in the same space as Perkin’s pop-up space and catering concern, Entre.

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Look for a change of menu at Layla, located at 4137 Manchester Road in The Grove. Formerly a mainly Lebanese restaurant, Layla is now focused on Middle Eastern fusion cuisine. The new menu was developed by chef-owner JASON SPARKS, along with consultant SAM TAHA and chef ELIZABETH SCHUSTER of Tenacious Eats. To give you an idea of what’s in store for diners, Layla’s new motto is ‘Pitza, Shawarma and Shakes.’ We have it on good authority that the Falafel Burger is a must-try!

Learn how to bake holiday cookies like a pro on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Crepes Etc. in the CWE. Pastry chef for both Crepes Etc. and neighboring restaurant Scape, COLLEEN JOHNSTON, will teach the timeless techniques necessary to whip up the perfect holiday cookies in the pastry and exhibition kitchen shared by both restaurants, including sugar “cut-out” cookies, raspberry-hazelnut linzer cookies, chocolate chi cookies, French macaroons, snicker doodles and pecan snowballs. Cost is $40 per guest. Reserve your space by calling 361-7227 or e-mail jwallace@scapestl.com.

Congrats to Perennial Artisan Ales! The uber-popular local craft brewery recently celebrated its second anniversary. Cheers!

The Dam

Can You Top This?

BY SIDNEY LEWIS

THE TREND IN NEW BURGER JOINTS AROUND town continues unabated. One of the latest—and, in our opinion, the best—to recently open its doors is The Dam. Located adjacent to the Amsterdam Tavern on Morganford Road, The Dam serves up plenty of quality burgers, and then some.

The space is minimal, both in size and décor, and evokes the classic lunch counter of old, complete with jars of pickles near the register. Seating consists of a shallow counter top running along the perimeter of the room, with 18 or so mismatched bar stools to choose from. Guests who want a bit more elbow room can also order from The Amsterdam Tavern side and get their food delivered via a pass-through window. Take-out also is an option, and delivery is available through Grub Go. The Dam bills itself as ‘slow food fast,’ and places an emphasis on local ingredients and hormone- and antibiotic-free beef. The burgers are the main attraction, and are grouped into two categories: Dam Burgers and Specialty Burgers.

The Dam Burgers are basically build-your-own burgers, with available options like extra meat and a multitude of cheeses and add-ons to choose from; while the Specialty Burgers are stand-alone creations from the kitchen. We almost went with The Animal, a triple-patty behemoth that’s a holdover from the menu of Big V’s Burger Joint in the Delmar Loop, which was co-owned by The Dam’s owner, Michele Coen-Racanelli. But we were faint of heart, and instead opted for the

more manageable Eye Opener ($7), a single patty topped with pepper jack cheese, jalapenos, chili and a fried egg, all sandwiched between two lightly toasted buns. The chili was on the dry side, making for a little less of a mess than we usually make with our chili burgers.

The menu at The Dam isn’t just populated with burgers, though. There’s also a wide variety of other sandwiches available, as well as a bunch of apps and a tasty selection of Dam Dogs, which caught our attention. We tried The Louie ($5), a bacon-wrapped, deep-fried kosher dog slathered in cheese and topped with copious amounts of tomatoes, onions and jalapenos. Truly delicious and decadent, and not something you want to indulge in if you don’t have the option of taking a nap later. This dog was so loaded down, in fact, that we ended up having to resort to a knife and fork to subdue it.

No matter what you end up ordering, a side of one of the varieties of the Belgian-style fries is a must. The Belgian Dip ($3) version came with a choice of 10 different house-made dipping sauces and were truly a cut above most fries—crispy, with just enough oil for taste.

For quality food and the feel of a real neighborhood joint, look no farther than The Dam.

3173 Morganford Road, 771-3173, thedamstl.com

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AROUND TOWN

BY BRITTANY NAY

THROUGH 12/29

JENNIFER STEINKAMP: STREET VIEWS The lush, nature-based imagery of pioneering digital media artist Jennifer Steinkamp inaugurates the Contemporary Art Museum’s Street Views series, a new exhibition featuring large-scale video art that will be projected onto the museum’s Washington Boulevard façade. $3-$5.

535-4660 or camstl.org.

THROUGH 1/5 THE 1968 EXHIBIT The Missouri History Museum presents The 1968 Exhibit, a multimedia experience that will transport guests to 12 months of culture-shifting events in television, music, design and more. $10, adults; $8, seniors, students, military and tour groups; $4, kids 6-12; free, kids 5 and under.

746-4599 or mohistory.org.

THROUGH 4/18 A QUEEN WITHIN: ADORNED ARCHETYPES, FASHION AND CHESS Inspired by chess’ most powerful piece—the queen, designs from Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Victor + Rolf, and more will be on display at the World Chess Hall of Fame.

367-9243 or worldchesshof.org.

Everything, to discover the ins and outs of tweeting, at Webster University’s Emerson Library Computer Lab. 9 a.m.noon, followed by lunch. $14, members; $17, nonmembers.

636-230-1973 or stlpressclub.org.

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FREUD’S LAST SESSION The Repertory Theatre’s Studio Theatre Series opens with Freud’s Last Session, a fictional meeting of legendary psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud and young writer C.S. Lewis. Various times. $49-$63. repstl.org.

ALL IS CALM The Mustard Seed Theatre presents the a capella musical, All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914, at Fontbonne University’s Black Box Theatre. Various times. $25-$30. 719-8060 or mustardseedtheatre.com.

11/6 INNOVATION AND INFINITE POSSIBILITIES The Clayton Centennial Foundation Speaker Series continues with a discussion featuring a panel of Washington University thoughtleaders on the future of Clayton as its begins its next 100 years, at Simon Hall’s May Auditorium.

Reservations requested. sumlauf@claytonmo.gov.

FAUST Winter Opera kicks off its seventh season with Faust, the tragic story of a disillusioned philosopher who is offered everything on earth in exchange for his soul, at Skip Viragh Center for the Arts. 8 p.m. Nov. 8; 3 p.m. Nov. 10. Various prices.

865-0038 or winteroperastl.org.

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11/10 THE KING: A TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF ELVIS St. Louis Symphony will recreate the King of Rock-and-Roll’s chart-topping hits, such as Don’t Be Cruel, Jailhouse Rock, Suspicious Minds and All Shook Up, at Powell Hall. 3 p.m. $25-$70.

534-1700 or stlsymphony.org.

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11/8 & 11/10

GODSPELL Stephen Schwartz’s Grammy Awardwinning musical, Godspell, will take the Peabody Opera House stage. Various times. $27-$92. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com.

Dances of India

DYNAMIC DANCE 11/8-9 THE BUTTERFLY LOVERS Dance St. Louis presents Shanghai Ballet performing The Butterfly Lovers at Touhill Performing Arts Center. Various times. $35-$55.

516-4949 or touhill.org.

11/15-17 MADCO: UPRISING MADCO will begin its new season with a high-energy performance, created in collaboration with track and field world-champion Jackie Joyner Kersee, at Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Various times. $25. 516-4949 or touhill.org.

11/16-17 DANCES OF INDIA The 36th annual performance of Dances of India will feature ‘Secrets from the Indian Storybook’ brought to life through dance at Skip Viragh Center for the Arts. 7 p.m. Nov. 16; 3 p.m.

Nov. 17. $15-$20. 997-0911 or dancesofindiastlouis.org.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST The Broadway production of Disney’s romantic classic, Beauty and the Beast, will take the Fox Theatre stage.

Various times. $40-$80.

534-1111 or fabulousfox.com.

11/2 WHY TWITTER BEATS EVERYTHING Join Press Club’s fifth annual social media seminar, Why Twitter Beats

ARIANNA STRING QUARTET: AN EVENING WITH JOHANNES BRAHMS Arianna String Quartet and pianist Timothy Hester will perform Brahms’ Piano Quartets at Touhill Performing Arts Center. 8 p.m. $25.

516-4949 or touhill.org.

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DREAM Chamber Project Saint Louis’ sixth season continues with Dream, a show filled with romantic music featuring audience favorite Debra Hillabrand, at The Chapel. 8 p.m. $5-$18. chamberprojectstl.org.

CHECK THIS OUT 11/16 AMY TAN Joy Luck Club author Amy Tan will sign and discuss her latest novel, The Valley of Amazement, at St. Louis County Library. 7 p.m. $30. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

DANCES OF INDIA PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER

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ARTS AND CRAFTS BOUTIQUE The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Arts and Crafts Boutique will be held at Kirkwood Community Center. Various times. salvationarmy.org.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE Across 1. Attention ___ 5. Honeydew, e.g.

10. Prayer close 14. Beep 15. Run off to Vegas, say 16. Dermatologist’s concern 17. Again 18. Clemson athlete 19. Breathe hard 20. #2, Cardinals, retired 23. Genealogy 24. Foul 25. Pale tan 28. Opaque stone 30. So long, in Roma 31. Pizza topping 33. Victorian, for one 36. #3, Twins, retired 40. Before, poetically 41. Big and strong 42. ___-friendly 43. ___ carotene 44. Beautiful 46. They’re entered in court 49. Kings of the jungle 51. #24, A’s, retired

57. ___-bodied 58. Pigeon’s perch 59. Arm bone 60. Warm, so to speak 61. A dropped pop up, say 62. Early course 63. Affectedly creative 64. Castle defenses 65. Amerada ___ (Fortune 500 company)

Down 1. Bandy words 2. French door part 3. Ancient 4. Brian Williams’ workplace 5. Modus operandi 6. Four Quartets poet 7. Seating sections 8. Airy 9. Doofus 10. Attraction 11. Haunted house sounds 12. Artist Max 13. Meshlike 21. Voting ‘nay’ 22. Absurd 25. Advil target

26. Pinocchio, at times 27. Filly’s mother 28. Greasy 29. Campaigner, for short 31. Creole vegetable 32. Zero 33. European language 34. Fishing need 35. Not straight 37. Corpulent 38. Cashew or pecan 39. Forced ejection, so to speak 43. Napoleon locale 44. Secret agents, at times 45. ‘We’re number ____’ 46. Yoga term meaning life force 47. Latin for ‘free’ 48. Panache 49. Ancient city-kingdom in Cyprus 50. Bullion unit 52. Primordial ooze 53. ‘My ___!’

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KENYA & TANZANIA:

ANTARTICA

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BOTSWANA, SOUTH AFRICA & ZAMBIA Tauck and BBC Earth take you on a celebration of the diversity found within Southern Africa's natural world and cultural treasures; explore the national parks of Botswana and Zambia, with access to a cameraman's gadgets such as underwater pole cameras, thermal imaging, and infrared camera traps... and spend three nights in South Africa's Cape Town.

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LAST FLASH

World Chess Hall of Fame

Don and Mary Pillsbury Wainwright, Jennifer Shahade, Paul Reuter

Veronica and Randy McDonnell

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Mary Strauss, Matthew Strauss

Nancy Kranzberg, Jeanne and Rex Sinquefield, Ken Kranzberg

St. Louis Arts Awards

Siteman Cancer Center

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Pia Koster, Ali Desloge, Emily Athanas, Christina Giles, Claire Todorovich

Jan Klapp, Cathy Reynolds, Joyce McDonald

Mueriel Carp

Lisa Acker, Lauri Theiss, Michele Benson

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Susan Mintz, Debra Finkel, Mindi Haas, Pat Tichacek

St. Louis Landmarks Association

Debra Hollingsworth and Mark Stacye

continued from page 9

Paul and Linda Lee

Thrive St. Louis

Frank Whitman, Pat Sly

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Meghan Hill, Dan Burghoff, Austin Barzantny, Ellen Murray

Robert Epperson, Jennifer Kingston

Cindy and Chuck Aranda, Charity Keeven

Jamie Sheehan, Mary McIntyre, Jean Steck

Chris and Liz Colizza

Connie Eller, Linda Hillis, Patti Koehler, Mike Hillis

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Joe and Sally Coleman

MY DREAM LISTINGS

American Red Cross

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continued from page 16 As the holidays approach, the community is invited to help the Red Cross, along with their partners the St. Louis Rams and Edward Jones, make a difference in the lives of service members and veterans in yet another way. Through the Holiday Mail for Heroes program, the Red Cross collected some 44,000 holiday cards in the St. Louis region, and 1.5 million cards around the country. “We hear time and time again how grateful the soldiers are when they’re in the bunker, missing their families, to know that someone is thinking of them,” Erickson says. “Especially during this season, when they’ve sacrificed so much to be away from their families.”

Volunteers are invited to either make holiday cards from scratch or to use pre-made cards on which they inscribe a message to an active service member or veteran. For more information on how to send individual cards or host a card-making event, contact Kelsey Vaughan at 516-2789 or Kelsey.vaughan@redcross.org.

1300 Log Cabin, Ladue Intelligent attention to detail and sophisticated design unite to define this sublime sanctuary that sits on 3-plus acres, with a custom-designed landscape, patios, perennial gardens and pool, according to Helen Costello of Laura McCarthy Real Estate.

The home, listed for $2.345 million, is a warm

and timeless contemporary that will carry you through the ages, Costello notes. “The outward feel of the home provides perpetual views of the custom-designed landscape, patio and outdoor fireplace.” A full addition and renovation completed in 2010 created countless focal points, courtesy of finishes with organic architecture of glass, wood and stone.

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In accordance with the federal Fair Housing Act, we do not accept for publication any real estate listing that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, family status, or national origin.

If you believe a published listing states such a preference, limitation, or discrimination, please notify this publication at fairhousing@lee.net.

ACCOUNTING/TAXES

CLEANING SERVICES

"2 FREE CLEANING VISITS" (call for details) Affordable-Detailed-Competent Bonded and Insured Residential Cleaning Services 3 Cleaning Packages to Fit ANY Budget 314-221-3472 twoladiescleaninglc.com

CPA FIRM FOR SMALL AND MID-SIZED BUSINESSES Affordable Accounting, Tax, Payroll & Guidance Solutions.

Call Tom at 314-448-4264 www.tomdunncpa.com

CLEANING SERVICES

EDUCATION

PERSONAL CARE CLEANING Individual Woman Will Personalize Your Home Cleaning.

Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly.

Deep Cleaning Available.

Trustworthy, Experience & Ref's.

314-498-1852

EXPERIENCED FRENCH TEACHER Retired French teacher who taught for 23 years at Ladue High School.

All Ages and Levels Welcome!

314-322-0930 mbctutoring@gmail.com

CLEANING SERVICES Honest and Trustworthy Bosnian Woman Wants To Clean Homes Weekly, Bi-weekly & Monthly If Interested Please Call 314-556-5094

EXPERIENCED TUTOR: One On One ACT/SAT: Reading and English Writing, Grammar, Critical thinking Enrichment, Over 30 years exp; Call: Patricia @ 636-394-2751 Email: campbellp483@gmail.com

HOUSECLEANING Well Established Service Outstanding References Your Home Will Be Cleaned to Perfection! Please Call Michelle 314-562-5278

ACT INTENSIFIED REVIEW SSAT Prep, ACT/SAT/GED Prep & Math Tutoring Individualized Programs for All JUST LEARN 314-394-2288 egill@JustLearnNow.com

$20 OFF Alterations for First Time Customer FRONTENAC ALTERATIONS Open Monday thru Friday 9-6 Saturday 9-3 Frontenac Grove 10433 Clayton Rd. 314-942-8118

TWO LADIES & A BUCKET Two Are Better Than One! Deep & Thorough Cleaning Service Please Contact Susie Duncan at: 314-229-1736 www.twoandabucket.com

AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMOBILE & MOTORCYCLE STORAGE The Finest in Climate Controlled Storage Close to Clayton and Ladue 314-993-1330 or Kevin@stlouiscarmuseum.com ST. LOUIS CAR MUSEUM & SALES Now offering Upholstery Services for Your Classic, Antique, Custom and Special Interest Autos Contact Kevin 314.993.1330 Or Kevin@stlouiscarmuseum.com I BUY RUNNING USED CARS Buying with Integrity for Over 30 Years Cash Paid On The Spot Call Sam 314-302-2008

BRIGHT CLEANING SPECIALISTS St. Louis Oldest & Most Trusted Family Chandelier Cleaners for Over 23 Years.

Drapery & Upholstery Cleaning Available Services Performed On-Site Fully Insured•Free Estimates Tom Novak, Owner 314-484-0128 ï Brightclean.net

Personal Assistant / House Manager Domestic Engineer Cleaning and Serving for your Holiday Parties.

25 years experience exc. refs.

Donna Lamanna 314-469-6789

CATERERS/EVENT PLANNING

JANET & SHAWN HOME CLEANING SERVICE We Don't Cut Corners, We Clean Them! Allow Us To Ease Your Busy Schedule with Weekly to Monthly Cleaning. We Do It All. Over 10 Years of Service. Ref's.

314-225-4110

ECLECTIC CUISINE Specializing in In-Home Private Event Catering & Dinner Parties.

Free Consultation.

For Immediate Bookings Chef Paul 314-607-9924 eclecticcuisinestl.com

BLIND & SHUTTER CLEANING Get Ready for the Holiday's!

Professional & Personal On-Site Ultrasonic Cleaning. 20+ Yrs Exp. Call George 314-894-7155 CG Shine A Blind

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N & M ESTATE SALES ESTATE/MOVING SALES INSURED ï REFERENCES www.nmestatesales.com FREE CONSULTATIONS 314-434-4979

FOR SALE

ANNOUNCEMENTS NOW OPEN

ESTATE SALES

CLASSIC IMAGE WASHING & IRONING Pickup/Delivery Excellent References.

314-862-4138

BELLERIVE CEMETERY Located "Garden of Rose Hill" Lot 33, Plots 7-10, Original $21,000 ï Asking $12,000 For Further Information Call 636-544-6071

FOR THE HOME

ENTERTAINMENT CLASSICAL GUITAR FOR YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY Varied styles are available as well as non holiday music. Monthly performances can be heard at Plaza Frontenac. Many Ref's.

Book Today!

Dan Hoerle 314-583-7973

ESTATE SALES

Home Cleaning Professional 10+ Years Experience Insured & Bonded Call Neide 314-974-2281

Heating & Cooling

COMPUTER SERVICES

314-638-8181 Service at your home: Transfer data to new PCs Fix problems with current PCs Day, evening, weekends available

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Visit us at:

rhymesheating.com

Call Mike at 636-675-7641 www.STLpcguy.com

CONCIERGE/ERRAND SERVICE ERRANDS BY ERIC When You're Too Busy- We're Not! Shopping-House/Pet Sitting-Dry Cleaning-Auto Serv. Appt & More.

HOLIDAY SPECIALS!!!

Insured/Bonded 314-484-5822

Serving the St. Louis Area since 1926

Also watch our video at: Visit: http://www.fastandfree/hvac.html

UPSCALE ESTATE SALE Saturday Nov. 9th, 8am-3pm, (Presale from 8-9am, $7) at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 110 N. Warson Rd, at Warson and Ladue Roads.

Antiques, Furniture, Collectables, Home Goods, Crafts Presented by 20 Vendors.

Proceeds Benefit Local Charities.

Do You Worry When Your Home Is Left Alone For An Extended Period of Time?

Wintering in Florida or a Long Trip We Check Your Home Inside & Out Preventing Costly Problems When You Are Away. Licensed Insured & Ref's. 314-210-1304

FOR THE HOME

HEALTHCARE SERVICES ST. LOUIS

2525 S. Brentwood Blvd.

We Buy and Sell Stylish Furniture and Home Decor!

Contact us at: therefindroom.com or 314-962-7666 (ROOM)

GUTTERS

314.631.1989 ST. CHARLES

636.724.4357 Satisfaction Guaranteed!

“Helping people remain independent & safe at home.”

- Allen and Sally Serfas, Founders

Contact Tony 314-413-2888 Cleaning, Repairs, Drainage Solutions, Screen Installation & Window Cleaning Professional, Reliable & Insured No Mess Left Behind ï Free Est. thegutterguy-stl@hotmail.com

stlhomecare.com

CLAYTON HEIGHT'S GUTTER & HOME EXTERIORS Cleaning & Gutter Repair Copper & Aluminum Guttering Soffit & Fascia Covering Insured & Small Jobs O.K. Paul Steinbrook Tel: 314-971-2074

ST LOUIS HOME HEALTHCARE We Offer Reliable, Honest and Affordable Home Attendants.

We will Run Errands and Assist with All Daily Activities.

Call 314-769-9818

J. Graves Exterior Cleaning llc Roof & Gutter Cleaning, Pressure & Window Washing. Fully Insured & Free Estimates.

Justin (314) 962-4220 jgravesexteriorcleaning.com

24/7 Companion Care for Seniors.

Personal Care, Meal Prep, Light Housekeeping & Peace of Mind.

HOME IMPROVEMENT REPAIR IT BEFORE YOU REPLACE IT Carpet Repaired, Restretched, Installed, New Carpet Sales, Large Selection in 2 Showrooms.

Over 30 Years Experience. For a Quote Call Nick 314-845-8049

HARDWOODZ Specializing in Installation, Sanding and Refinishing of Hardwood Floors. For Free Estimate Call Dave 314-267-1348

LAWN & GARDEN Over 20 years of providing quality commercial & residential gardening services.

Complete garden design, planting, and maintenance.

We offer environmentally safe, organic gardening methods that peacefully coexist with Mother Nature. Fully insured.

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE Call (314)961-6380 www.floraandfaunaltd.com

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

MIKE'S HOME SERVICES Heating-New, Repair, Maintenance.

DecksïPowerwashingïRoof, Gutter Cleaning & RepairïPainting PlumbingïElectricalïSewer/Drain Basement Waterproofing. Hauling.

Hardwood, Tile & Carpet. Ref's Available. Mike 314-265-4568 Fully InsuredïAll Work Guaranteed HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC For All Your Home Needs.

NOW Doing Seasonal Lighting.

Free Estimates. Insured & Bonded.

Jamie Geno 314-799-6110 Call Anytime.

PATRICK INTERIOR FINISH Specializing In Home Remodeling, Carpentry, Dry Wall, Taping, Painting, Tiling & Hardwd Floors.

Over 25 Years Experience.

NO PAY UNTIL JOB IS COMPLETE. Honest Day's Work for Honest Day's Pay. Member of BBB. Ref's Available. Licensed & Bonded Call Patrick 314-415-0377 www.patrickinteriorfinish.com

Joe 314-909-1685 Serving Ladue since 1985.

REMODEL & REPAIR Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Basements, Bathroom Kitchens & More. Insured.

Free Est. 37 Yrs. Experience.

Don Phillips 314-973-8511

HOME MAINTENANCE A-Z Gutters - New, Repaired & Cleaned Interior/Exterior Painting, Patio & Storm Doors, Plumbing, Fixtures, Carpentry, Siding, Complete Rehab Work and More.

Call Rich 314-428-0787

KEN SINGLETON TUCKPOINTING brickwork, stonework, plaster, drywall, painting, carpentry, siding, gutters, roofing, chimney leaks; stopped guaranteed.

Call Ken 636-674-5013

KIRKWOOD HANDYMAN, Member BBB Insured. Carpentry, Plumbing, Elect., Gutter Cleaning, Drywall and Painting.

Call Greg Filley 314-966-3711 No job is too small!

PRECISION REMODELING Since 1990 - Interior & Exterior We Are Here For All Your Home Improvement Needs & Repairs.

Free Estimates! Fully Insured.

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

Time for Some

CURBSIDE LEAF REMOVAL Fall Cleanup, Mowing, Mulching, Landscape Design, Flower Beds, Water Drainage & Snow Plowing Member of BBB & Angie's List 314-827-5664 trcoutdoor@gmail.com

The Hard Work Yard Work Co. LLC For Free Estimates call Keith at 314-422-0241 or e-mail at

hwyardwork@aol.com Since 2001

PAINTING, REMODELING, Carpentry, Wood Rot Repair, Tile Work, Flooring, Decks and Arbors.

17 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

Call Kent at 314-398-2898 kenthallowell@yahoo.com

PET SERVICES

Garden Design & Installation Property Maintenance Seasonal Color Call Julie Lange 314-368-9037 JOSE'S LAWN & LANDSCAPE Fall Cleanup, Grass Cutting, Mulching, Retaining Walls, Tree Removal, Trimming Shrubs, Sod & Much More. Reasonable Rates.

Call Today for Your Free Estimate.

314-960-4203

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

ASTON - PARKER PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting Wallpaper Removal Staining & Powerwashing Insured & 30 Years Experience Free Estimates 314-766-2952 314-766-2962 alstonparker@hotmail.com

MASTER ARTISANS INC. Quality Prep & Painting Wall Glazing, Marbleizing, Graining, Murals & More. www.masterartisansinc.com Jeff Baumgartner 636.225.5244

Complete Lawn Maintenance for Residential & Commercial

Hard Work Yard Work

O’BRIEN PAINTING & DECORATING, INC.

JC PAINTS Interior/Exterior Painting Reliable, Clean & Reasonable.

Insured.

Call John for a free estimate 314-703-2794

LAWN & GARDEN

Member of BBB For a Free Estimate Call 314-426-8833 www.mplandscapingstl.com

314-852-5467 314-846-6499 www.cedarbeautiful.com

314-481-3500 Full Service Landscape Design and Horticulture

HELP WANTED

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Cedar Beautiful

Fully Insured • References

314-569-9890

Leaf Cleanup and Vacuuming, Fertilizing, Weeding, Pruning, Trimming, Edging, Spraying, Planting, Brush Removal, Bed Maintenance, Mulching, Mowing, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios & Drainage Work.

Licensed Landscape Architect & Designer #1 in Quality, Service & Reliability.

Est. 1995

No Spraying ï No Rolling ï No Mess Specializing in Hardwood Decks Work GuaranteedïInsuredïRef's NO MONEY DOWN

35 Years Experience

VISITING ANGELS

EXPERIENCED COOK For Private Home For 2 People, 3 Nights a Week. Shopping, Cooking & Cleanup. References a Must. $15 hour. 314-432-2763 bob@gdc-stl.com

DECK STAINING

BY BRUSH ONLY

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR Painting • Power Washing Wallpapering • Plastering

INTERIOR DESIGN/ DECORATOR STL STAGING, STYLING & DESIGN Offers a Full Home Staging Service for a Quick Sale, or Let Us Redecorate Your Home for a Fresh, Updated Look.

Call Anne 314-482-3554 or Visit our website: stlstagingstylinganddesign.com

PAINTING

STONEHENGE Landscape Structures Retaining Walls, Patios, Waterfalls, Etc. All Stone & Concrete Work We Love Rocks! 314-504-7559 www.stonehengeland.com Michael Flynn Landscaping Fall Cleanup, Mulching, Irrigation Deactivation & Holiday Lighting. For All Your Landscaping & Lawn Care Needs. 314-243-6784

THE WELL BEHAVED PET....

For all your home training needs.

New Puppy, Puppy Mill, Rescue Dogs or Behavioral Problems.

OH, DON'T FORGET THE CAT!!!!

Call me, I can help.

Laura @ 636-456-9993

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

314-770-1500 www.yuckos.com DOG WALKER FOR HIRE Experienced. Love Dogs.

Pet Sitting Available.

Call Barb at 314-650-2966

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE CONDO FOR SALE Creve Couer 3BR, 3BA, LR, Dining, Kitchen, Office, Two Decks, 2 Car Garage, Laundry 1st Floor, Wood Floors throughout. Finished Basement.

Ladue Schools, $350,000 314-591-2214

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BEAUTIFUL HOME On Bluff of Mississippi in Alton, IL 3BR, 2.5BA. Fabulous Views.

(Can See DT STL & Arch) $625,000 For more information FSBO Call 618-465-3131 LOT FOR SALE 12531 Ridgefield Dr in Des Peres Beautiful Corner Lot Ready for Your Dream Home. Quick Access to Shopping, Schools and I270.

110' X 151' Paul 314-775-7263 HUNTING LAND IN ANNADA 50% Ownership of 90+ Acres Across from 3800 Acre Game Reserve. $2500 per acre.

314-795-7940 Leave Message

SERVICES

TREES

CLAYTON ON CALL! Chauffeur Services Provided

by Johnny Rose.

Use Our Car or We Can Drive Your Car. Fully Licensed & Insured.

314-503-8692 I'LL TAKE YOU ANYWHERE! Great for Seniors & Disabled Best Driver for Local Trips Licensed & Insured 28 Yrs. Exp., Great References DAVID: 314-721-7464

serving St. Louis for Over 40 years

Mortar Color Matching Brick Cleaning

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

$ CASH 4 OLD STUFF $ ————Light Hauling———— We Cleanup, Haul Away and/or purchase: Garage, Estate and Moving Sales!

Also, Warehouse, Business & Storage Locker Leftovers!

FAY FURNITURE 618-271-8200 AM MR. MOM'S HOME SERVICES: Window & Gutter Cleaning, Decks, Fencing, Houses, Concrete Power Washed and Sealed. Painting.

Insured. 314-831-5597 WHAT'S FOR DINNER? Dinner is Served, Personal Chef Service will Plan Menus, Grocery Shop and Prepare Meals in Your Home for You to Enjoy at Your Convenience.

Alison Brinker, Registered Dietitian 314-845-2709 SIMPLE MOVES We Specialize In Small Moves.

We charge by the hour or the piece, house to house or room to room. Bonded & Insured.

Packing Available.

314-963-3416 www.simplemovesstl.com ALLEN'S HAULING SERVICE 15, 20 and 30 Yard Trash Containers. Hauling Service.

No Job Too Big Or Small.

Any Type of Trash Removal.

314-621-0481 or 581-7274 BRIAN'S HAULING "U Name It & We Haul It" 7 Days a Week - Same Day Appliances, Brush, Clean Outs, Demo, Basement & Garage, Etc. Brian 314-740-1659 76

TUCKPOINTING

TREES

SERVICES DISORGANIZED? STRESSED? MOVING? FILES IN SHAMBLES? Margery Miller & Assoc.

Organizational Consultants 636-230-6683 We help put order in your life. óóóóóóóóóóóóóóó THE MOVING MANAGER ....managing the details door to door. A personalized service to organize & oversee your residential or business move.

Margery Miller & Assoc.

636-230-6683

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

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

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

314.821.2665 www.raystreeservice.com

Trees Trimmed & Removed

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

(636) 274-1378 314-725-6159 Tim Gamma B.S. Horticulture Board Certified Master Arborist

Tom Gamma ISA Certified Arborist Fertilization, Trimming, Pruning & Spraying

www.gammatree.com

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WINDOWS

TUCKPOINTING Chimney Repair, Glass Blocks, Brick Block, Stone & Stucco.

Waterproofing. Insured.

40 Yrs Experience. Free Estimates.

314-910-3132 636-797-2947

BARKER-SOLUTIONS Fall Special 20% OFF Residential Window Cleaning Book Now for the Holiday's!

Levi Barker 855-725-3266 Servicing the St. Louis Area Since 1999 ï Fully Insured

VACATION RENTALS SKI KEYSTONE 4 BR, 3 BA, 2 car heated garage Settlers Creek townhouse available for the 2013/14 season. Development has clubhouse with heated pool and 2 hot tubs.

Call Chris at 314-503-8985 or email ctrmbly@aol.com for availability, rates and more details.

M & P WINDOW WASHING & GUTTER CLEANING Reasonable Rates, Free Estimate, Angie's List, Insured, Dependable, Years of Experience & References.

Call Paul, 314-805-6102 or Mark, 314-805-7367

GO FISHING

Bricklaying

Stone Work Power Washing

TUCKPOINTING

Caulking

Waterproofing & Sealing Custom Color Pool Caulking Written Guarantee • No Job Too Small Credit Cards Accepted • Insured

314-772-0190

BEAVER CREEK, CO Ritz Carlton at Batchelor Gulch 2BR, 3BA Ski In/Out Penthouse.

Available December 14-21 Includes Six Daily Ski Passes.

For More Information Call 314-452-0650

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22 Years in Business!

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ALL TYPES BRICK OR STONE TUCKPOINTING and Repairs with Professional Color Matching, Cleaning, Caulking and Waterproofing.

Written Proposal Outlining Work and Proof of Insurance Given. Work Guaranteed, All Credit Cards Accepted.

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Cash Paid For 33, 45, 78 rpm records. House Calls Made.

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Call Bob 636-296-5240

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You relax and enjoy your family!

THANKSGIVING DINNER for 10 – 12 Ready for roasting the traditional way!

Whole Fresh Turkey (20 – 22 lbs) Cranberry Sauce ~ Harvest Salad ~ Bread Stuffing Mashed Potatoes & Gravy ~ Honey Almond Green Beans Ciabatta Rolls & Butter 10” Pumpkin Pie and 10” Pecan Pie (both come with Whipped Cream)

ONLY $225.00 (Includes Lots of Leftovers)

Just follow the directions and you’ll have a wonderful meal without all the work!

JUST NEED DINNER for 1, 2, or MORE?

Includes all of the above with your choice of either a piece of pumpkin or pecan pie! only $21.95 per person AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP: NOVEMBER 27TH BETWEEN 12:00—6:30

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GRILLED VEGETABLE TRAY

asparagus, squash, eggplant, carrots, zucchini, red and yellow peppers marinated in balsamic vinaigrette dressing, grilled and served with maytag bleu cheese dip

CHILLED MARINATED SHRIMP TRAY

large Icelandic shrimp marinated in our spicy lemon lime sauce and served with chipotle mayo dip

BRIE WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE

brie smothered with cranberry glaze and topped with sliced almonds and served with sliced baguettes

MINI POTATO BASKETS

small red new potatoes, baked, cut in half and filled with a savory cheese mixture

BISTRO BEEF LOIN SANDWICHES

seasoned, oven roasted bistro beef sandwiches with horseradish mayo arranged on a decorated tray

TOASTED GRILLED CHICKEN and FOUR CHEESE RAVIOLI

Fresh pasta filled with grilled white meat chicken, mozzarella, swiss, ricotta and parmesan cheese, tossed in Italian bread crumbs and parmesan cheese

ASSORTED PETITE SWEETS

fudge squares, decadent brownies, fruit squares, mini cheesecakes and mini cupcakes $375.00 Serves 15-20 people

All of the above available for delivery or pickup up! Call now to order!

19 years and still cooking

8796 Big Bend (at Gore) • Webster Groves 314-963-9899 • www.theaofe.com M-F 7am - 7pm • Sat 10:30am - 4pm

A COMMUNITY OF

WELL BEING Honoring memories of the past by celebrating them in the present…that’s how the dedicated staff at Parc Provence builds on Residents’ strengths and helps them stay connected to their life stories. Part of the award-winning Gatesworth Communities, Parc Provence is nationally recognized for providing expert dementia and Alzheimer’s care. We offer a truly different and better choice.

314-542-2500

605 Coeur de Ville Drive • Creve Coeur, MO 63141 • www.parcprovence.com Parc Provence is committed to equal housing opportunity and does not discriminate in housing and services because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.