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NEW LISTINGS 602 Morel Ct St Albans $1,199,000 1855 Chamfers Farm Ct Chesterfield = $499,000 11913 Moorland Mnr CtUninc St Louis Co 8 $459,000 13006 Autumn Fields CtUninc St Louis Co $189,900 1072 Brooksgate Manor Kirkwood = $169,900 3917 Childress Ave St Louis City $135,000 10374 Chimney Rock Dr #11 Creve Coeur $85,000 RESIDENTIAL 10490 Ladue Rd 32 Countryside Ln 9 Brookwood Rd 519 N Taylor Ave 1448 Topping Rd 1717 Morre Rd 1314 Log Cabin Ln 54 Thornhill Dr

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311 Hampshire Hill Lane St Louis Co $1,350,000 $1,250,000 32 Muirfield Ln Town & Country 18517 Sassafras Place Dr Wildwood $995,000 5287 Westminster Pl St Louis City $989,000 246 Woodlawn Dr Washington $975,000 16944 Riverdale Dr Chesterfield $974,900 2 Oak Bend Dr Ladue $950,000 16950 Lewis Spring Farms RdWildwood $900,000 17900 Homestead Bluffs Dr Wildwood $899,900 17 Upper Conway Ct Chesterfield $849,900 101 Club Creek Ct St Albans $849,900 1800 Aston Way Chesterfield $839,900 1201 Bonhomme Branch Ct Chesterfield $829,900 Kirkwood $810,000 1033 Barberry Ln 2341 Ossenfort Valley Ct Wildwood t $749,900 1310 Christmas Valley Dr Wildwood $724,900 2723 Wynncrest Manor Dr Wildwood $719,500 18505 Sassafras Place Dr Wildwood $719,000 4500 Highway 109 Eureka $695,000 214 Fox Chapel Clarkson Valley $679,000 141 Fleming Ln Labadie $675,000 The Enclaves at Cherry Hills Wildwood $649,000 939 N Harrison Ave Kirkwood $629,000 759 Stonebluff Ct Chesterfield $599,900 16468 Horseshoe Ridge Clarkson Valley $599,900 2733 Highway T Labadie $590,000 19 Frederick Ln Glendale $589,900 17531 Garden Ridge Cir Wildwood n $579,900 7447 York Dr Clayton $575,000 1453 Highland Valley Cir Wildwood $574,900 17884 Suzanne Ridge Dr Wildwood $525,000 226 Chamonix Ct Creve Coeur $525,000 11670 Denny Rd Sunset Hills $499,900 1039 Highway E Hermann $498,000 1338 Wellington View Pl Wildwood $479,900 1031 Bridleridge Xing SpurUninc STL Co $474,900 1721 Greening Kirkwood $469,000

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4545 LINDELL BOULEVARD #1 ST LOUIS CITY - $949,000

22 THORNHILL DRIVE WILDWOOD - $899,000

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141 FLEMING LANE LABADIE - $675,000

1855 CHAMFERS FARM COURT CHESTERFIELD - $499,000

11913 MOORLAND MANOR COURT UNINC ST LOUIS CO - $459,000

Chesterfield 1933 Buckington Dr 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 718 Swarthmore University City 18852 Highwood Estates Dr Wildwood 14090 Conway Road Chesterfield 8155 Amherst University City 12501 Trammell Ct Creve Coeur 18717 Petra Court Wildwood Mehlville 6561 Crescent View Ct 2663 Valley Rd Wildwood 2287 Downey Terrace Dr. Ellisville 1882 S Signal Hills Dr Kirkwood 551 Donne Ave University City n 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 655 Vista Hills Ct Eureka 1202 Kortwright Ave Rock Hill 13102 Cannes Dr Creve Coeur 6308 Lansdowne St Louis City 2537 Annalee Ave Brentwood 904 Oakwood Farms Ln Ballwin 661 East Madison Ave Kirkwood 807 Woodside Trails Dr Ballwin 9835 Hudson Ave Rock Hill 733 Elkington Ln Olivette 1403 Appleton Ct Arnold 774 Paschal Dr St Louis Co 12409 Betsy Ross Ln Uninc Stl Co 400 Stephanie Ln Ballwin 5700 Itaska St Louis City

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Ballwin $179,900 1049 Carman Rd 4053 Parker Ave St Louis City $169,500 8737 Keystone Dr Brentwood $157,900 2624 Accomac St St Louis City $153,500 12049 Glenrose Dr Maryland Heights $150,000 2326 Patton Ave Brentwood $150,000 6758 West Park St Louis City $149,900 3701 Texas Ave South City $125,000 CONDOS, VILLAS, ATTACHED HOMES 8025 Maryland Avenue #11D Clayton $1,195,000 4545 Lindell Blvd #1 St Louis City $949,000 5095 Westminster Pl St Louis City $848,900 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 $544,900 507 Middleton Ct Kirkwood $399,900 737 Stone Meadow Dr Chesterfield $370,000 4206 Olive St Louis City $249,900 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 St 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 1612 Redbird Cove Brentwood $157,000 64 Conway Cove Chesterfield $154,900 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 Defiance $2,860,000 15030 Highway F Owensville $1,280,000 15 +/- ac Buckner Rd St Charles $355,000

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CONTENTS EDITOR’S NOTE

SOCIETY A FEW WEEKS AGO, A BANGLADESH STREET CIRCUS TOOK PLACE IN THE heart of Clayton. The event at Cardwell’s was a benefit for Partners in Sustainable Development International (PSDI), a St. Louis-based organization that works to empower rural poor in the most destitute parts of the world. The organization’s executive director, Virginia Klein, had recently visited Bangladesh in the midst of that country’s coldest winter on record. While there, she traveled to villages and schools and met with families assisted through PSDI’s partner program. She heard from grateful parents about the nutrition program offered through the schools, and how it greatly aided in feeding their families. But as Virginia says, there’s more to be done, and the greatest need is finding income-producing work—a concern that the organization is addressing through its poverty eradication efforts. I’m pleased to report that the circus fundraiser will result in sending 750 first-time students to school, as well as distribute emergency food, health care or winter clothing to hundreds of rural poor in the area. Our coverage begins on p. 8.

HEART HEALTH & YOUR DIET We can’t control our age or genetics, but women can do plenty to control their risk of cardiovascular disease, and that’s important considering that heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death for men and women alike. A heart-healthy diet is among the most influential factors in reducing risk.

LN TRAVEL: KANSAS CITY It sits on a hilltop in Kansas City: The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts seems to preside over the next generation of a city that re-creates itself again and again. Designed by the renowned architect Moshe Safdie, one halfexpects the Millenium Falcon to swoop under the immense canopy that fronts the building.

DESIGN BY NANCY ROBINSON Tired of old-school dark wood? Can’t add another hue to your already color-laden rooms? Why not try some barely-there neutrals, which offer style, versatility and blend seamlessly into a variety of interiors?

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What are you most thankful for? Chef John Johnson

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I am most thankful for the sense of touch. A touch is both tangible and intangible. It can be a sunrise over the Mississippi River or a smile from a friend. Each and every thing that has touched my life has made it richer and even more cherished. I am thankful for all those who have touched my life and all those to come.

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I am most thankful for my loving, patient, supportive wife of 40 years, our two children, five grandchildren and my parents, who are still with us.

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Jared Diamond

The World Until Yesterday The World Until Yesterday provides a firsthand picture of the human past—a past that has mostly vanished—and considers what the differences between that past and our present mean for our lives today.

Connie Mitchell I am most thankful for my family. Raising my two sons has been a joy, and I love seeing the young men they are becoming. My husband, brother and parents are all unwavering in their love and support. Like all families, we have challenges, but I am blessed beyond measure to have these people in my life.

November 12, 7 p.m. Maryville University Auditorium

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This is the Story of a Happy Marriage Blending literature and memoir, Ann Patchett examines her deepest commitments: to writing, family, friends, dogs, books and her husband.

November 14, 7 p.m. Ethical Society of St. Louis 9001 Clayton Road

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S O C I E T Y

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RED VELVET BALL

BY DIANE ANDERSON

HE ST. LOUIS SYMPHONY WAS joined on stage by famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma for the fifth annual Red Velvet Ball at Powell Hall. The legendary cellist performed Haydn’s Cello Concerto in C Major and Saint-Saens’ Cello Concerto No. 1 with conductor David Robertson and symphony musicians. Guests also enjoyed dinner, dancing and dessert in an elegant tent adjacent to Powell Hall. Peggy Ritter and Marsha Rusnack served as this year’s co-chairs.

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DIANE’S SCOOP: Symphony spokesman Adam Crane shared that Yo-Yo Ma took time out of his busy schedule earlier in the day to hang out with members of the Symphony Youth Orchestra…Sara Fabick says she is busy 24/7 volunteering for the Symphony, but absolutely loves her job!...Thriess and Lynn Britton just returned from Ireland, where they visited the first Mercy Hospital that opened in 1827 in Dublin, where it still stands!…Anna Harris and her buddies, Jean Hobler and Pris McDonnell, just returned from cruising on the Mississippi Queen to view the leaves changing up north!... Gini and Hank Schreimann just got back from a wedding in Golden, Colo., right before the snowstorm! Katie and Steve Schankman just celebrated their twin daughters Ryan Marie and Sophia Leigh’s 5-month-old birthdays! Steve also told me his dad, Leon Schankman, played violin for the Symphony for 33 years…James Richards and Trudy Guinther returned from Greece and Turkey, where they took a deep dive into antiquities!...Judy Harris was proud to announce that she will be chairing the 2014 Women of Achievement Luncheon honoring 10 wonderful community volunteers…Annemarie Schumacher, Donna Wilkinson and Noemi Neidorff all shared the same scoop with me: Red Velvet co-chairs Marsha Rusnack and Peggy Ritter will be at it again come March 19 for the Radio Arts Foundation’s inaugural gala at The Sheldon. These two never stop! Scheduled performers for the RAF event include David Robertson, his wife, Orli Shaham, and Orli’s brother, Gil Shaham.

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WING DING

BY BRYAN SCHRAIER

HE TENS OF THOUSANDS OF butterflies weren’t the excited ones at the Butterfly House recently: Some 200 guests were on hand for Wing Ding, celebrating the Butterfly House’s 15 years of working to foster a greater understanding of the relationships between animals and plants in the environment. Cocktails and food were enjoyed, along with musical entertainment, silent auction items, a photo booth and ‘Zoo to you’ animals brought by Conservation Ambassadors.

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SOCIE T Y Partners in Sustainable Development International

BANGLADESH STREET CIRCUS

BY DAVID ANDERSON

HE STREET CIRCUS, AN AGE-OLD tradition in Bangladesh, held center court recently at Cardwell’s in Clayton. A festive Bangladesh Street Circus, featuring performers from Circus Harmony, was held to bring attention to the plight of the poor in Bangladesh. Virginia Klein, founder of Partners in Sustainable Development International, organized this first-ever event. Her organization has benefited more than 475,000 rural poor by creating sustainable economic and educational opportunities in Bangladesh. Proceeds from the event will help build new schools in the area, as well as provide basic emergency needs for more than 14,000 families.

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PARTIES WITH PURPOSE

Siteman Cancer Center

CELEBRATE STYLE FASHION SHOW

BY DAVID ANDERSON

HE CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM set the stage for this year’s Celebrate Style Fashion Show. The fashionfocused event is a celebration for women and men who are committed to supporting cancer survivors and furthering cancer research. This year’s featured boutiques included Dimvaloo, Ivy Hill and Paperdolls Boutique. Co-chairs for the event were Hannah Vargon, Tanya Plescia, Micaela Land, Rachel Zuccarello, Kristin Mena, Emily Carroll and Ali Antonacci. Proceeds from the event benefit the Young Women’s Breast Cancer Program and the Director’s Discovery Fund at Siteman Cancer Center.

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SOCIE T Y The Gatesworth

25TH ANNIVERSARY

BY DAVID ANDERSON

HE GATESWORTH RECENTLY HELD A SPECIAL soiree to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The evening featured a video presentation that included heartfelt interviews with residents and owners about their experiences and fond memories at The Gatesworth through the years. Guests were treated to an exclusive performance by violinist Abbie Steiling, and an amazing array of delicious dishes were served by executive chef Brian Hardy. The founders of The Gatesworth, David Smith, Charlie Deutsch and Bob Leonard, welcomed their residents to the gathering, as well as family members who were in attendance.

David Smith, Charlie Deutsch, Martha Kessel, Bob Leonard

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PARTIES WITH PURPOSE International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum

GRAND OPENING

BY COLLEEN DOHERTY

HE INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY HALL OF Fame and Museum recently held a grand opening celebration to christen its new location in Grand Center. The museum preserves, promotes and educates on the history of photography. Guests were invited to enjoy cocktails and appetizers, while exploring the new space. The evening concluded with executive director John Nagel, foundation board member Steve Smith, and Grand Center topper Vince Schoemehl addressing guests. Also in attendance were museum curator Mark Bosworth, director of development Lucy Morros and director of operations Kathy Bradley.

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Porgy and Bess

Four MUNY premieres are in the lineup for the 2014 season— The Muny’s 96th summer at Forest Park! The seven upcoming shows are: The Addams Family; Billy Elliot the Musical; Grease; Hello, Dolly!; The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess; Seussical the Musical; and Tarzan. Show order and performance dates will be announced later. New season tickets will be available beginning March 8; single tickets go on sale May 31.

Oscar-winning writer/director OLIVER STONE is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 22nd Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival, to be held Nov. 14 to 24. Stone will appear during a ticketed event at The Tivoli to discuss his director’s cut of JFK on Friday, Nov. 22, the 50th anniversary of President Kennedy’s assassination. For tickets and information about this year’s festival offerings, visit cinemastlouis.org.

The heirs of self-made billionaire and philanthropist WARREN BUFFETT will be in St. Louis to discuss their new book, 40 Chances: Finding Hope in a Hungry World. In 2006, when the elder Buffett announced that he was leaving the bulk of his fortune to philanthropy, he posed this question to his son: If you had the resources to do something great in the world, what would you do? HOWARD G. BUFFETT, chairman and CEO of the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, gave himself a Howard G. and Howard H. Buffett deadline: 40 years to put more than $3 billion to help the most vulnerable people on earth. The book chronicles his efforts, which he undertook with his son, HOWARD W. BUFFETT, a lecturer in international and public affairs at Columbia University and a foundation trustee. The two will discuss their book on Monday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m. at St. Louis County Library Headquarters.

TOFFEE AND MICHAEL MCMILLAN PHOTOS BY SARAH CROWDER, BUFFETT PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HOWARD G. BUFFETT FOUNDATION, MUNY PHOTO BY MICHAEL LUTCH

WORD AROUND TOWN Autumn in New York… Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis topper MICHAEL McMILLAN spent some time in New York City this week as an honoree of Ebony magazine’s 2013 Power 100 list. Under the list’s ‘Dream Keepers’ category, McMillan was recognized for his ability to inspire others in their pursuit of civil rights and economic empowerment. McMillan, the former St. Louis City license collector, took over as president/CEO of the fourth-largest affiliate of the National Urban League this summer. The Power List appears in Ebony‘s December/January edition, on newsstands this week.

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Calling all dessert divas and cake bosses! It’s time for LN’s HOLIDAY DESSERT RECIPE CONTEST! Do you have a sweet treat that’s become a holiday favorite? Be it festive rum balls, grandma’s time-honored pie or even traditional figgy pudding, we are looking for the best holiday-themed dessert. The person who submits the winning recipe receives an exclusive wine dinner for two at BALABAN’S WINE CELLAR & TAPAS BAR.

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Drop off your dessert, along with the recipe, on Monday, Nov. 18, from 8:30 a.m. until noon at our office in the Colonial Marketplace (8811 Ladue Road, Suite D). Come prepared to be photographed with your treats. Winning recipes will be published in our Nov. 29 edition.

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SOCIE T Y

CHARITIES & NONPROFITS

WERE YOU THERE WHEN ... BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT

St. Louis native Justin Willman, host of Food Network shows Cupcake Wars and Last Cake Standing, made a stop at Fontbonne University’s Siblings Weekend to help judge a cupcakedecorating contest. He also performed his show, Justin Willman: Like a Magician But Cooler.

Students from John F. Kennedy Catholic High School and other area schools served at the Associates of the Archbishop Luncheon and Cocktail Reception. The students thanked donors, volunteers and priests for their generosity in aiding the school in its mission to provide excellent Catholic education to students.

The Great Rivers Environmental Law Center honored Friends of the Children’s Eternal Rainforest (FCER) board member Steve Mahfood for his service as the director of Missouri’s Department of Natural Resources. Mahfood has served as a leader and innovator in the environmental, energy and natural resource fields for 40 years.

The quilters of St. Dominic Savio Catholic Church needled their way to first place in Friendship Village Sunset Hills’ Fifth Annual Quilt Contest. The group’s quilt, which showcases a seasonal pattern in white and shades of blue, won $1,000, which will help parishioners in need. Ten local churches participated in the competition. St. Matthias the Apostle Catholic Church took second place honors. Pictured: Eileen Bunse, Hilda Ruppe, Dion Scherr and Anna Marie Krauska.

The Steward Family Foundation and David Steward, CEO of World Wide Technology, Inc., gave a special donation to the St. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation. The gift was made in honor of Steward’s mother-inlaw, Dorothy Willis, who recently celebrated her 80th birthday. The contribution will provide less fortunate seniors the financial assistance necessary to remain living at Brooking Park Retirement Community.

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Artists Larry Emerson and Byron Sletten greeted guests during the opening night of their photography, mixed media and video installations exhibition, Origins: Natural Selections, at the Regional Arts Commission. Curated by Ellen Curlee, the show explores the beauty existing within the mysteries of the world. It is free and open to the public and will run through Sat., Dec. 21. Pictured: Larry Emerson, Ellen Curlee and Byron Sletten

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S THE OLDEST NEUROSURGERY SPINE division in the country, Washington University Physicians at Barnes-Jewish Hospital is leading the nation in all aspects of back and neck treatment. And the group now offers even more comprehensive care, through the addition of a spine neurosurgeon who completed an orthopedic deformity fellowship. Local residents to patients throughout the region seek the group’s expertise, from diagnosis to treatment of straightforward spinal disorders, such as herniated discs and neck and back pain, to complicated conditions related to spinal trauma, tumors and deformity. In the past year, the group has performed about 725 surgeries and helped 5,000 patients during consultation and follow-up visits. Even fellow physicians trust the group’s care, notes Dr. Neill Wright, the Herbert Lourie professor of neurological surgery. “It’s amazing to see the number of patients who are doctors in the community that come here and bring

their family members.” Each of the group’s four neurosurgeons handle a general spine practice, as well as focus on a subspecialty. Wright specializes in cervical spine surgery, while Dr. Ian Dorward focuses on complex spinal deformity, Dr. Wilson Zachary Ray has a special interest in spinal cord injury and paralysis, and Dr. Paul Santiago concentrates on spinal oncology. In addition, Dr. Robert Grubb sees a range of new and returning patients. “We try to be a one-stop shop for patients, offering conservative treatment to surgery, from the top of the neck down to the bottom of the spine,” Wright says. And the nationally renowned spine division is making significant strides in spinal surgery, through creating new techniques and using emerging technologies. Wright developed translaminar fixation, a surgical technique for trauma in the back of the Continued on page 60

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Save the date! Saturday, November 16

First Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

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Taubman Prestige Outlets Chesterfield’s Taubman Prestige Outlets will be celebrating its first winter celebration in a big, bright way, with a kick-off tree lighting event this month. “You will start to see our shopping center transform into the holidays,” says GM Colleen O’Neill. “What we try to do is enhance the shopper’s experience with additional activities and excitement, and you’ll feel that while you’re on the property during the holidays.”

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Save the date! Saturday, November 16

First Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Up first? Lights—and lots of them. The inaugural Taubman Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Nov. 16, and will include children’s crafts and a visit from Santa Claus, plus entertainment from Ashleyliane Dance Company, the Muny Kids and TeamSTAGES. “We are predicting snow that evening,” O’Neill says, noting there is quite a surprise in store for attendees.

Make the season bright with a day of shopping, dining, and more!

This pooch-friendly plaza hasn’t forgotten that many guests may consider a four-legged friend part of the family. Two Paws ‘n’ Claus events will be held Dec. 7 and Dec. 14 at Taubman’s Treats Unleashed. “You can actually bring your dog in to have a picture taken with Santa,” O’Neill says. “You’ll receive a free photo, and a donation will be made to Stray Rescue of St. Louis.”

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Put the bowl down and slowly step away from the candy! The trick-or-treaters are gone, and Halloween is quickly fading into a distant memory. But the calories we consumed during the merriment are still haunting us. Making changes in favor of a healthier lifestyle doesn’t have to be daunting, says Steven Becker, whose Steven Becker Fine Dining team operates Nadoz Café. To take that first step, many people are turning to fresh juice bars, such as the Squeeze Juice Bar offered at Nadoz. “Raw juice bars are popular all over the coasts and we’re one of the first in St. Louis to offer them,” he says. “We do seven juices, and the most popular is the Mean Green, with kale, celery, apple and parsley. Kale is a superfood and the apple gives it some sweetness.” ‘Juicing,’ as the trend is known, is gaining in popularity because of its health benefits. With most Americans not getting anywhere near the recommended eight servings of fruits and vegetables per

day, these fresh, unprocessed juices are a convenient alternative for many people, Becker notes. “These juices have all sorts of incredible vitamins and minerals that you’re injecting straight into the blood stream. Because it’s liquid, it goes right into the system,” he says. “You’re giving the digestive system a rest, and letting all these vegetables be absorbed more efficiently.” Variety is another key part of good nutrition, and fresh juice bars help in that area, as well, Becker notes. “If you eat a salad, you tend to eat the same vegetables every time—lettuce, carrots and tomatoes,” he says. “If you juice, you could be getting cucumbers, cabbage, apple, lemon, ginger or beets— they’re unique and different fruits and vegetables.” And unlike packaged juice drinks, the Squeeze Juice Bar’s offerings are made from fruits and vegetables juiced right in front of the customer. Apart from the juice selections, Nadoz’s full menu is stacked with fresh, made-from-scratch ingredients, Becker notes. “We make our own English

muffins with flax seed. We serve them topped with scrambled egg whites, baby spinach, low-fat herb cream cheese and tomatoes. It’s one of our most popular breakfasts.” Other healthy menu items include salads, wraps, yogurt parfaits and sandwiches, with plenty of gluten-free options available. Southwest quinoa, a high-protein, gluten-free supergrain, is offered as a side with all entrees. With locations right across the street from Saint Louis University and at The Boulevard, and a new location planned at Taubman Prestige Outlets in Chesterfield in January 2014, Nadoz Café’s healthy alternatives are meeting the needs of a clientele that demands the highest quality, Becker says. “At The Boulevard, we get a tremendous amount of business from ladies who come from The Bar Method. They do their workout, and then they come afterwards to get juice, or they’re looking for salads—it’s all part of a healthy lifestyle.”

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Migraines

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he National Institutes of Health estimates that about 12 percent of the American population suffer from migraine headaches, which are marked by throbbing or pulsing pain, often on one side of the head, sensitivity to light and sound, and possible nausea. And if you’re female, you’re two to three times more likely to experience a migraine. “It’s not known why so many people get migraines,” says Dr. Jo Bonner, a neurologist with Mercy Clinic Headache Center. “There is a genetic predisposition. And with hormonal changes in their teens, women become more likely to have migraines. Overall, 18 percent of women and 6 percent of men have migraines. The percentage for women ages 20 to 40 is higher.” In fact, hormones seem to play a significant role in migraines. “Fluctuating levels of estrogen are particularly important,” notes Dr. Rachel Darken, a neurologist with Washington University Physicians. “Examples can most clearly be seen with menstrual migraines, which involve estrogen withdrawal, and perimenopausal migraine exacerbations.” Aside from the role of hormones and genetics,

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exactly what causes migraines is not clear. “It was thought that a migraine was linked to the opening and narrowing of blood vessels in the head. However, it has been proven that people with migraines have what we consider to be ‘hyperexcitable brains,’ ” says Dr. Frasat Chaudhry, a neurologist at the Orthwein Brain and Spine Center at St. Luke’s Hospital. Abnormalities involving neurotransmitters and other brain chemicals also are thought to play a part. Regardless of cause, migraine sufferers simply want relief. Treatment strategies vary, depending on the migraine’s severity— from mildly annoying to debilitating—and individual circumstances. Anything from relaxation techniques and over-the-counter pain relievers to powerful prescription drugs may be needed. If migraines are a frequent problem, preventive treatments are available, including prescription medications initially indicated for seizure, depression and high blood pressure. Continued on page 60

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Heart Health and Your Diet

We can’t control our age or genetics, but women can do plenty to control their risk of cardiovascular disease, and that’s important considering that heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death for men and women alike. A heart-healthy diet is among the most influential factors in reducing risk. Much has been made of the merits of the Mediterranean diet, but some confusion remains about exactly how to ‘Mediterranean-ize’ a typical American diet. The basic components include fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and whole grains, fish and poultry, olive oil as the principle source of fat, cheese and yogurt, red meat only rarely, and very limited consumption of refined and processed foods, says Dr. Stephanie White, a cardiologist with the SSM Heart Institute at St. Mary’s Health Center. “While the diet does offer some benefit to weight loss, the major benefit is its reduction in cardiovascular events. It’s not clear what aspect of the diet leads to these benefits, but it’s thought that it could be the high concentration of omega-3 fatty acids,” White says. The produce-heavy diet also provides vitamins

and minerals essential for good heart function, plant chemicals that convey disease-fighting ability (phytochemicals) and antioxidants that reduce cell damage, notes registered dietitian Lori Jones of the American Heart Association, who volunteers for the Midwest affiliate. “The diet also reduces the amount of animal fat and cholesterol taken in through red meat and dairy sources by relying on more poultry and fish consumption, as well as nonanimal protein sources. Excessive saturated fat and cholesterol in the diet could promote clogging of the arteries and make the heart have to work much harder to pump blood,” she adds. Despite the popularity of the Mediterranean diet, research has yet to prove just how much of a role it plays in heart health. “Before advising people to follow a Mediterranean diet, we need more studies to find out whether the diet itself or other lifestyle factors account for lower deaths from heart disease,” says Kodi Gildehaus, a clinical inpatient dietitian working primarily with cardiac patients at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. H o w e v e r, G i l d e h a u s a n d o t h e r

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dietitians recommend the general structure of the Mediterranean diet based on previous studies that verify the benefits of a diet low in saturated fat that focuses on fresh, whole foods. Limiting salt consumption also supports a heart-healthy diet. “Aim for not adding any salt to your meals, and prepare more meals from scratch instead of choosing prepackaged meals,” Gildehaus says. Other rules of thumb: “Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks or sweets. Instead, choose water and skim or 1-percent milk more often. Be mindful of your portion sizes, and include moderate-intensity exercise most days of the week.” These strategies will help manage blood pressure and blood sugar, further decreasing cardiovascular disease risk. And while a Mediterranean-inspired diet may not lead to a fast, dramatic weight loss, the real goal is a long and healthy life. “Most of the benefits of this diet are not visible,” White says. “When compared with other diets, weight loss may not be as dramatic. But the cardiovascular benefits are significant.” And sometimes what you can’t see is the most important thing.

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Explore the Delicious Heart-Healthy Possibilities Honey Soy Salmon A sweet, tangy and salty mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar and honey does double-duty as marinade and sauce. Make it a meal: Serve with brown rice and sautéed red peppers and zucchini slices.

Serves: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes

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1 scallion, minced 2 T reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 T rice vinegar 1 T honey 1 t minced fresh ginger 1 lb. center-cut salmon fillet, skinned (see Tips) and cut into 4 portions 1 t toasted sesame seeds (see Tips)

Whisk scallion, soy sauce, vinegar, honey and ginger in a medium bowl until the honey is dissolved. Place salmon in a sealable plastic bag, add 3 tablespoons of the sauce and refrigerate; let marinate for 15 minutes. Reserve the remaining sauce.

How to skin a salmon fillet: Place skin-side down. Starting at the tail end, slip a long knife between the fish flesh and the skin, holding down firmly with your other hand. Gently wpush the blade along at a 30-degree angle, separating the fillet from the skin without cutting through either.

Preheat broiler. Line a small baking pan with foil and coat with cooking spray. Transfer the salmon to the pan, skinned-side down. (Discard the marinade.) Broil the salmon 4 to 6 inches from the heat source until cooked through, 6 to 10 minutes. Drizzle with the reserved sauce and garnish with sesame seeds.

To toast sesame seeds, heat a small dry skillet over low heat. Add seeds and stir constantly, until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool.

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Spicy Vegetable Soup Fresh basil adds a bright spark to this vinegary, vegetablestuffed soup, full of the traditional flavors of the Mediterranean. Alternatively, pesto adds a nutty richness to the soup.

Serves: 4 Prep Time: 40 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes

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2 T extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion, diced 1-3 t hot paprika, or to taste 2 14-ounce cans vegetable broth 4 medium plum tomatoes, diced 1 medium yellow summer squash, diced 2 c diced cooked potatoes (see Cooking Tip) 1 1/2 c green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 c frozen spinach (5 ounces) 2 t sherry vinegar or redwine vinegar 1/4 c chopped fresh basil or prepared pesto

Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, about 6 minutes. Add paprika and cook, stirring for 30 seconds. Add broth, tomatoes, squash, potatoes and beans; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender, about 12 minutes. Stir in spinach and vinegar; continue cooking until heated through, 2 to 4 minutes more. Ladle soup into bowls and top with fresh basil or a dollop of pesto.

To Make Ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

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Cardio and Strength-Training

Every Little Bit Helps By Connie Mitchell

xercise is not just about losing weight, and it’s not just about looking good. For women, exercise is a key ingredient of strong bones, flexible joints, resilient muscles, improved mood, stress relief and reduced risk of many major diseases. Both cardiovascular exercise, which helps maintain a healthy heart and vascular system, and strength training to develop balance, bone density, flexibility and strong muscles are important for women as they age. Men and women alike benefit from regular exercise, but women may differ in the type of program that best suits their needs. Also, women sometimes exhibit a different approach to exercise. “One difference we see between women and men is that women tend to overtrain more than men, training seven days a week for weeks at a time with no recovery or active rest days built in,” says Dale Huff, owner of Nutriformance. “The other substantial difference between our male and female clients is that most of our females do not understand the importance of post-exercise recovery nutrition. Most skip it, believing the caloric expenditure from their workout is more important than refueling for the next workout.” In fact, Huff notes that exercise and diet are both highly individualized lifestyle components, and obtaining professional guidance is important. That begins with one’s primary-care physician. “It’s always important to meet with your personal physician at least annually, and definitely before initiating a conditioning program of any type,” he says. “Your doctor will be all for it but will make sure you are safe to proceed.” In general, a good place to begin is with a balanced routine that involves a variety of exercises for all major muscle groups, as well as regular cardio workouts. “We generally recommend a target amount of exercise: 30 minutes

For women, exercise is a key ingredient of strong bones, flexible joints, resilient muscles, improved mood, stress relief and reduced risk of many major diseases. a day, most days of the week, which averages as about 150 minutes per week of moderate activity,” says Dr. Clarissa Allen, a family physician with Westglen Family Physicians and on staff at St. Luke’s Hospital. And there’s no need to jump right into ironman training. “Even modest increases in exercise are associated with health benefits, every little bit helps,” Allen adds. “I try to encourage people to do whatever they enjoy, as they’re more likely to continue good exercise practices. Find something you like and stick with it.” However, that doesn’t mean that what worked for you at age 20 will necessarily still work at age 40. “As we age, our exercise program will change,” says Mike Jaudes, owner and president of The Fitness Edge. “You need to adjust. You may need to lighten the load you lift, for example. It’s important to progress appropriately so you don’t have a setback.” Sometimes a new type of exercise is just the ticket to challenge ourselves in new ways, maintain a healthy body, and add some spice to the daily routine. For instance, water aerobics, kickboxing or pilates may be fun and effective new workouts. Melissa Stolze, owner of the Barre3 St. Louis studio, offers one example of a nontraditional workout. “Dynamic movements lift the heart rate and rev the metabolism, which, in turn, burns

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more calories throughout the day and leads to a happy, healthy heart. Isometric holds and micromovement variations fluidly work large and small muscles, developing long, lean muscles,” she says. “Barre3 is a functional strength system, lifting and shaping the entire body, with postural benefits that help clients literally and metaphorically stand taller.” Whatever your exercise routine consists of, the important thing is to get up and do something. “The positive effects are unbelievable,” Jaudes says. “I’ve watched people transform themselves, increase their self-confidence and become more successful at other things in their life. And the side effect? Just a little sweat.”

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Menopause

Options for Relief By Connie Mitchell

Is it warm in here? If you’re menopausal, it sure can feel that way. Hot flashes and night sweats are among the most troublesome effects of the major hormonal shifts that occur during menopause, and women for generations have tried to rid themselves of these annoying episodes. For a while, we thought we had the answer: Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) quenched the internal fire and was promoted as a general boon to women’s health, helping maintain bone density and cardiovascular health. Then, in 2004, the Women’s Health Initiative brought all the good news to a screeching halt. The WHI study indicated that, instead of protecting women’s health, HRT actually increased risk of heart disease and breast cancer. Women were back at square one, sweating through menopause without much relief. Current thinking in the medical community generally calls for caution and a careful analysis of individual patients’ symptoms and other risk factors. HRT is back, but with a more limited scope.

“There’s a place for hormone replacement therapy, but it’s a smaller piece of the pie,” says Dr. Denise Meckler, a physician with OB-GYN Associates Inc. and on staff at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. “It’s for a select grouping of people who are very symptomatic and have minimal risk factors. And then we only use it for a very short period of time—between five and 10 years, where we used to use it for 20, 25, 30 years.” Meckler’s approach is fairly standard these days. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states: “If you currently have or have a history of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) or blood clots in the lungs, have active or recent cardiovascular disease (such as a stroke or heart attack), have estrogen-related cancer (such as breast cancer), have liver disease, or have undiagnosed uterine bleeding, you should not take hormone therapy. If you are healthy, it is recommended that you use the lowest effective dose for the shortest amount of time possible. Continued use should be re-evaluated on a yearly basis.”

However, there is not unanimous agreement about the use of HRT. “When we’ve looked at the data, most of the studies do not show the big scare that everybody saw back in 2004,” says Dr. Michael Thomure, a SLUCare obstetrician and gynecologist. He notes that the original WHI study involved subjects who were much older than the typical Continued on page 60

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

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f the more than 100 types of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is among the most potentially debilitating. More common among women, RA is an autoimmune disorder—the body’s own immune system attacks its tissue, especially in the small joints of the wrists and hands, causing pain, swelling, stiffness, deformity and loss of function. Exactly why the immune system goes haywire in some people is unknown. “Like other autoimmune diseases, RA is fairly complex,” says Dr. Katherine Temprano, a SLUCare rheumatologist. “We know that there is some genetic predisposition. Family history of the disease and smoking are the primary risk factors.” She adds that the disease can strike at any age, but early middle age seems to be the most common age of onset. “The earlier rheumatoid arthritis is diagnosed and treated, the better,” Temprano says. “The ultimate goal is to put the patient into remission. We can’t cure RA, but we can keep it as quiet as possible with medications.” To catch RA early, she urges women to tell their primary-care physician if they notice unusual fatigue, joint pain, swelling or morning stiffness that lasts more than an hour. Although RA remains incurable, Temprano sounds a note of optimism in describing the variety of medications available to treat rheumatoid arthritis, often sparing the patient from joint deformities and disability. In addition to effective medications that have been around for decades, newer drugs, including advanced biologic agents and immunosuppressant therapies, can be combined to control symptoms and disease progression. Yet people with RA have much more than just medicines available to help them cope. The Arthritis Foundation Eastern Missouri Chapter (arthritis.org/missouri) provides a variety of educational and support tools for those diagnosed with all forms of arthritis. “Arthritis affects a lot of people, and so we offer a lot of ways to help deal with it,” says Karen Shoulders, director of programs for the local AF chapter. “Information and referral resources are in high demand among the newly diagnosed,” Shoulders says. “A lot of people want to gather as much information as they can about their medications, diet, exercise, and pain and stress management. They use our resources and share them with family, caregivers and physicians.” Most Arthritis Foundation programs are free and offered at various sites throughout the region. Taught by trained, certified instructors, they include exercise classes, arthritis self-management programs, community awareness events and fundraising opportunities. “There’s a lot people can do. Arthritis is not just an inevitable disability anymore,” Shoulders says.

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Managing Anxiety 101

Take Back Your Life As a holistic physician practicing in Orlando, Fla., Dr. Eudene Harry noticed a common thread running through many of her patients’ lives: They were stressed out. And that stress seemed to be affecting their physical health in a variety of negative ways. So, Harry decided to make stress and anxiety management a focus of her work, helping educate patients and others about how anxiety affects health and what to do about it. Anxiety 101: The Holistic Approach to Managing Your Anxiety and Taking Back Your Life is the outcome of that focus. LN spoke with Harry about her book, as well as her best advice for managing anxiety today. You note in the book that anxiety is expressed through behaviors, from severe panic attacks to mild irritability. How do you think anxiety affects the majority of the population? Anxiety not only affects emotional health and wellbeing but physical health, as well. It increases risk of heart disease, diabetes, chronic pain, high blood pressure and stomach ulcers. People with chronic anxiety also can develop insomnia, suffer from chronic headaches and perhaps even experience fertility issues. Some studies suggest that women

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who experience high levels of anxiety during pregnancy can pass that anxiety predisposition to the child. Individuals who suffer from anxiety also are more likely to suffer from other emotional disorders, such as depression. Several chapters review the physical causes and effects of anxiety on the brain, immune system, digestion, etc. Why is it important for people to understand these processes? Knowledge is power, and we turn on that power by applying knowledge—positive change is the result. If we understand that living with constant stress and anxiety creates physical changes in the brain that make us more forgetful and likely to make mistakes, we are inspired to change. If we see the connection between being sick and the fact that anxiety lowers immunity, we understand that part of maintaining our health includes treating anxiety. If we understand that junk food and sugars increase inflammation, and inflammation can trigger anxiety, we are then incentivized to monitor our diets. You take a holistic approach to treating anxiety. What are the foundations of your approach? Anxiety has many triggers and can be fueled by

many changes, so addressing it with one modality is not effective. For example, anxiety is associated with a decrease of neurotransmitters, such as serotonin. That’s good to know, but if your anxiety also is fueled by digestive inflammation, then just addressing the neurotransmitters with medication won’t treat the gut. Also, medications alone don’t retrain the brain to process anxiety. Cognitive behavioral therapy teaches us to engage the brain and change the way we respond to stress. For people with mild to moderate anxiety, what are the most important things to do now to improve overall well-being? Address lifestyle first. If you smoke, quit. Modify your diet to include fresh fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, whole grains and lean proteins. Create a regular exercise routine. Listen to your favorite music. Consider incorporating meditation, prayer or gratitude on a daily basis. And my favorite—get a massage.

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y friend and colleague, Dr. Bob Bergamini, has given many talks and shared much information about safety in the cyber-world for kids and teens. So I asked Dr. Bob to share some thoughts about this important topic for this month’s column. For many years, parents have been advised to keep family computers in a public place, purchase anti-virus software and ensure that children didn’t release personal information over the Internet. These practices form an excellent foundation for safety, but are not complete. Emphasize safe behavior at all times. Use current news stories as teachable moments to reinforce safe Internet practices. With so many different ways to access the Internet, you should be aware of the places and rules where your child logs on because you may not always be present. A friend’s house. Check with the friend’s parents to know their Internet policies. Don’t assume that others share the same concerns for

safety. If there’s an older sibling, be certain he or she will follow safe practices. At school. Typically, schools block instant messaging, chat rooms and many websites, though you should confirm that is the case. You should be aware of both the Acceptable Use and Privacy policies for the school and how they protect your child. Smartphones. It seems like teens are on their phones constantly. Much of the time is spent texting or surfing. Every smartphone should contain protection like anti-virus software. Texting and some other services can be limited by time of day and specific numbers can be blocked. If bullying via texting is occurring, recording software is available. Be sure to talk to your children about the dangers of ‘sexting.’ Email. Messages should never contain personal data unless the email is encrypted. Group email should be distributed using the BCC (blind carbon copy) field, not the “TO” or “CC” field. This ensures that email addresses are not vulnerable if

one member’s computer is hacked. Social networking. Cyber-bullying is increasingly common. It takes many forms, and utilizes many different technologies. Parents should stay involved and know how to report bullying to appropriate contacts at school and/or in law enforcement. Proxy Sites. Children often text each other with addresses that have not been blocked by firewalls. Proxy sites allow your child to bypass firewalls and filters that are in place. The web address is not associated with any particular risk, so access is allowed. Once on that website, a child can surf to any site, even ones that are blocked locally. Continued on page 60

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More Alike than Different BY CONNIE MITCHELL

OU MAY THINK THAT PEOPLE WHO have Down syndrome (DS) aren’t capable of the same things as you. That may be the biggest misconception out there about the condition, caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. “The most important thing for people to know is that individuals with DS may have different abilities, but they are completely capable of learning, living independently, working and doing anything any other person can do,” says Christy Klaus, family support coordinator for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis (DSAGSL). “There is a saying that’s used a lot in the Down syndrome community: We’re more alike than different. And this couldn’t be more true.” Down syndrome causes a variety of potential physical and developmental challenges. However, prenatal testing can identify the condition in pregnancy so parents have time to adjust and prepare before the baby is born. Asked whether she encourages expectant parents to test for Down syndrome, Dr. Janet Mueller says, “Knowledge is good, and the more information someone has, the better able they are to make decisions and understand what lies ahead.” Mueller, a pediatrician with Mercy St. Louis speaks from personal experience: Her 14-year-old daughter has DS. While Mueller recognizes the value of being fully informed, she notes that how information is handled and shared with expectant parents is important to their ability to process and plan for a child with DS. “Learning that your baby has Down syndrome can be overwhelming, and it can seem devastating if the test results are presented as a terrible tragedy,” she says. “But it doesn’t have to be that way. In fact, if parents are given accurate information presented in a helpful way, they can digest the news, prepare, and be ready to enjoy their baby when he or she is born.” Planning can begin with the DSAGSL, which offers a ‘Down Comforter’ resource packet to parents who receive a confirmed or possible prenatal Down syndrome diagnosis. “Our expectant parent packet contains books, a DVD and other helpful information,” Klaus says. “We also can connect expectant parents with other parents who had a prenatal diagnosis, we have an extensive lending library at our office, and many of our expectant parents attend our special events or community group meetings. When their baby arrives, they

“THE MOST IMPORTANT THING FOR PEOPLE TO KNOW IS THAT INDIVIDUALS WITH DS MAY HAVE DIFFERENT ABILITIES, BUT THEY ARE COMPLETELY CAPABLE OF LEARNING, LIVING INDEPENDENTLY, WORKING AND DOING ANYTHING ANY OTHER PERSON CAN DO. THERE IS A SAYING THAT’S USED A LOT IN THE DOWN SYNDROME COMMUNITY: WE’RE MORE ALIKE THAN DIFFERENT. AND THIS COULDN’T BE MORE TRUE.” CHRISTY KLAUS, family support coordinator, Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis

feel informed and well connected to the Down syndrome community.” That community is flourishing in St. Louis, Mueller says. She points to the DSAGSL and the Pujols Family Foundation as local resources that provide a wide array of services for individuals who have Down syndrome and their families. “These organizations really focus on celebrating life, and life with DS,” she says. “They are both real gifts to our community, and word is spreading—people who have a family member with Down syndrome are hearing about what St. Louis has to offer and even moving here because there is such strong support.” New research in mice is beginning to unlock the

secrets of genetic abnormalities like DS and is even providing clues about potential ways to ‘shut down’ specific chromosomes and possibly block their expression. This could someday provide a way to ‘turn off’ the extra chromosome 21 and prevent or reverse the unique characteristics related to DS. Given the choice, however, Mueller isn’t sure whether she’d want to tamper with her daughter’s chromosomal makeup. “As a parent, of course I’d like to make her life easier and smooth the way, but I wouldn’t want to change who she is,” she says. “She’s the happiest kid I’ve ever seen. She has friends, family and teachers who all love her, and she loves them back. Who would want to change that?”

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NCE UPON A TIME…THERE WAS A Rhodesian ridgeback/beagle mix puppy running the streets of East St. Louis. His life was changed one day in 2011, when Blues forward Alex Steen and a team of volunteers from Stray Rescue of St. Louis found him and brought him into foster care. On the way, Steen stopped by his car dealer Bommarito Audi, where he introduced the pup to sales manager Joe Wolk. “I sent a photo to my wife and petted him for a few minutes,” Wolk recalls of his first encounter with the dog. “A few days later, Tonja and I were out to dinner, and we thought, Why don’t we adopt this little guy? We filled out the application online; and a few days

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later, they contacted our references and came over to the house.” It was a perfect fit for the Town & Country family, and Alex, as they soon named the pup, fit right into the family. “We named him after Alex Steen—he’s a practical joker and their personalities were the same,” Joe notes. “He was used to living outside like a wild animal. It takes a bit to domesticate them, but I’ve had dogs my entire life, and this one is very special.” At first, the mischievous Alex was a bit of a handful, but consistent training paid off, Joe says. “He had so much energy—he’s like the Energizer puppy. It was incredible. We asked ourselves, How do people handle puppies like this? Hopefully, he’ll calm down. It happened overnight. If you stay with him and stick with the training, overnight, they turn into perfect pets.” Tonja agrees: “His nature is very gentle and he’s also a very sensitive little guy,” she says. “He’s kind of shy and you can tell in his eyes that he’s very in tune with what’s going on around him.” These days, Alex enjoys playing with the couple’s other pets—a cocker spaniel and a cat—and playing in the swimming pool with the Wolks’ 26 nieces and nephews. “We’ve always had smaller dogs and they’re great,” Tonja says. “I was hesitant at first because he’s bigger and a male, but he’s been a blessing to our whole family. He’s so good and so smart and has a lot of life to him, and energy. We always say he gives us his goo goo eyes—he’s so shy and sweet. You can’t resist him. I would do it again in a second.”

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Keep Watch on Fido’s Feast BY DR. DOUG PERNIKOFF

HANKSGIVING IS COMING, AND THAT means tons of great food, lots of family love and more. Many of our pet health concerns around Thanksgiving have to do with all those scrumptious table goodies getting into the mouths of our non-discriminating pet gourmets. Generally speaking, any unfamiliar food can pose real problems for our dogs and cats. Items unusually fatty in nature can encourage an acute onset of pancreatitis, an inflammatory condition affecting the pancreas, the organ making our enzymes for digestion in our small intestines. In the face of inflammation, the pancreas will leak these digestive enzymes, which create havoc to the tissues surrounding them. The result may be very aggressive and persistent vomiting and diarrhea. Animals can become very ill, very quickly, and their sickness can become a true emergency condition. The best solution is good prevention: Keep table foods off the floor and make sure to secure the trash bins. Turkey bones are a great favorite of our pets.

However, they can splinter or be swallowed in large enough fragments to choke your pet, or lodge somewhere along the bowel tract and create an obstruction. These conditions will run up major costs at the emergency clinic and also can prove life-threatening in some conditions. And, do not forget that tasty dessert table. Chocolates are particularly dangerous, creating a toxicity for dogs due to a compound they contain called theobromine. Dark chocolates and cooking chocolate typically are most concerning, but even lighter, sweet chocolate can prove to be problematic. Chocolate toxicity also can be a potential killer for your dogs, due to this compound that is much like caffeine, directly affecting the dog’s heart. No chocolate is the rule. Finally, I always have to alert pet owners to the issue of bloat. This commonly occurs in mediumto large-sized breeds. The stomach can swell with fluids from over-drinking or by eating items that create excessive gas accumulation, causing the

stomach to twist on its axis, dragging the spleen along, and eventually shutting off the blood supply to those very critical organs. Dogs will either try to vomit without success, or pace uncomfortably. You may note obvious swelling of the abdomen, especially beyond the rib cage. This is a very true emergency and must be treated quickly and proactively. If you have a large-breed dog and you see any sort of abnormal behaviors as we described above, then I strongly encourage you to contact your vet or take a visit to the emergency clinic—better safe than sorry!

Dr. Doug Pernikoff practices at the Clarkson-Wilson Veterinary Clinic/Veterinary Pet Rescue. For more information, visit clarksonwilsonvet.vetsuite.com.

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Ladue Wine Cellar Reflects Its Owners’ Passion There comes a point in the lives of serious wine collectors when a special place is needed to house their collection. That was certainly the case for Ladue residents Sunny and David Webster, who started collecting more than two decades ago. “We had taken a great interest in wine and enjoyed wine dinners at Racquet Club East with friends who were connoisseurs,” Sunny explains. “My husband also travels internationally for business and has become quite knowledgeable by engaging with other wine enthusiasts.” That knowledge and enthusiasm led to the acquisition of more than 1,000 bottles and the construction of a personal cellar in 2006. Since then, the Websters have continued to build their collection, which now numbers some 3,000 bottles and is valued in the neighborhood of $400,000. The oldest bottle in the cellar is 50 years old. “They’re primarily California cabs, but we have a mix of French, Italian and Australian wines,” Dave notes. “Our favorites are Phelps

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Insignia, Bryant Family, Spottswoode, Buccella, Hundred Acre and Peter Michael.” While fine wine definitely is an investment for this family, it also holds great sentimental value. To commemorate the birth of each child, the couple bought 12 bottles each of Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Margaux. Those special bottles purchased in the year 2000 are now valued at some $2,000 apiece, and one can only speculate as to their value when the children inherit the collection. Not surprisingly, the Websters take good care of their investment by keeping wines at a constant temperature of 57 degrees in the humidity-controlled cedar cellar. While it’s a bit too chilly for an in-cellar wine dinner at the tasting table, friends are regularly invited to partake of the fine collection the Websters have built over the years. The family also is known for gifting friends with special bottles chosen especially for them. “Dave has found bottles named with a number and had them made by the case to give as gifts to our professional hockey player friends,” Sunny says.

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Tired of old-school dark wood? Can’t add another hue to your already color-laden rooms? Why not try some barely-there neutrals, which offer style, versatility and blend seamlessly into a variety of interiors? A few of our top choices right now: French-inspired desk set crafted from smoky antique mirror; transitional style mercury-glass pendants; smoky decorative room divider; and faux-shagreen and silver finish bedside table.

DESIGN BY NANCY ROBINSON St. Louis Designer Achieves Best in Class St. Louis designer Joy Tribout and daughter Tammy Caruso recently completed design work on a high-end residential project in Naples, Fla. that received a number of prestigious 2013 Sand Dollar awards, including best Single Family Home in its class. Tribout and Caruso consulted on all interior and exterior design aspects of this highly customized home, which was designed by architect Jeff Harrel and built by BCB Homes Inc. of Naples. In addition to Best Single Family Home Design honors, the project won awards for Best Pool Design, Best Landscape Design, Best Outdoor Living Area, and Best Specialty Feature (Indoor/Outdoor Room). This is the second home that Tribout has designed for the property owners, whose primary residence is in St. Louis. You may recall from an earlier column that Tribout and her daughter were tapped to design a room for Traditional Homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s 2011 Bridgehampton Show House, which was featured in the June/July 2012 edition of the magazine. In addition, the St. Louis designer curated a unique home furnishings sale for the popular online design resource OneKingsLane.com. You can see Triboutâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s style up-close and personal at her shop at 9719 Clayton Road in Ladue.

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The living room features a modern palette of navy and orange inspired by the contemporary artwork.

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The pool area is furnished with comfortable lounge seating and a large fire pit for warming up after night-time swims.

The dining room reveals a number of custom features, including the alcove housing a modern sideboard and mirrored wall.

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ORE THAN 1.7 ACRES MAKE t h i s ex p a n s ive h o m e a private oasis, complete with landscaped gardens, patio, in-ground pool and pool house. A 2-story entrance, combined with an open floor plan and huge windows in the light-filled gallery, lend it spaciousness and radiance. The chef’s kitchen boasts custom cabinets, granite countertops, designer stainless appliances, BBQ grill, breakfast room and bar, walk-in pantry and a large hearth room with stone fireplace. An office/den in the main-floor master suite includes a wall of built-ins, luxurious spa-like bath and a private patio area. The partially finished lower-level with bathroom and recreation room is a great opportunity for customization. Exquisite details such as hardwood floors, custom millwork, French doors and plantation shutters round out this beautiful home.

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T SITS ON A HILLTOP IN KANSAS CITY between downtown and Crown Center: The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, perhaps the real crown for the area, seems to preside over the next generation of a city that re-creates itself again and again. Designed by the renowned architect Moshe Safdie, one halfexpects the Millenium Falcon to swoop under the immense canopy that fronts the building with its shell-shaped roof. Given the twin risings of the roof, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise that there are two halls. The handsome Muriel Kauffman Theatre is the home for the Kansas City Ballet and Lyric Opera of Kansas City, with an immense orchestra pit, lots of fly space for scenery and modern lighting that refers to the

chandeliers traditionally found in European opera houses. Instead of supertitles, each seatback has a personal monitor for performances needing translation. Helzberg Hall, though, is what produces gasps. Lined with wood, the feeling is warm and intimate, like being inside a large wooden ship. This, despite seating 1,600, with 40 percent of the seats alongside or behind the orchestra. The acoustics already are famous, and even the heating and cooling system has been created especially to avoid noise, as well as cold spots. The center also is open for tours, although the areas visited may be curtailed by rehearsals. No Continued on page 52

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Continued from page 51 food on site except a bar, but there are, of course, ways of handling that. While culture and ‘cue are the watchwords here, on the same block as the Kauffman is an old school that proves the exception: Webster House is definitely not a barbecue spot, but the setting is great, the food gets very high ratings for lunch, dinner and tea. And the ground-floor shops are very tempting. For barbecue, arguments break out over which is the best, just like in St. Louis. The classics are Arthur Bryant’s and Gates Bar-B-Q. These days, both have several locations, a common practice among KC’s more popular barbecue pits. Bryant’s strength is in its brisket, Gates goes for the pleasures of the pig. But newer spots are strong challengers. Fiorella’s Jack Stack, also with multiple locations, has excellent sides, and is a little more upscale in feeling. I’m happy eating at any of those places. But on a recent trip, I forewent my old spots and tried two others. Oklahoma Joe’s Bar-B-Que’s three locations are all on the Kansas side, but that’s no problem, since there’s no river here dividing the states. The original—in a gas station which they’ve practically overwhelmed—is larger than it looks, very friendly and has had such national publicity, there are almost always lines. Persist— it’s worth it. The ribs are spectacular—moist and tender, good on their own or with their sauce, which is tomato-based with an almost citrus tang

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TRAVEL and a little heat. (The hot sauce on the tables is remarkable, too.) To me, the brisket beats out the pork. And serious fries, although they don’t travel well. LC’s Bar-B-Q appears to be a roadside tavern in a residential area at the edge of the city. Smoke has stained the simple interior, including the windows, and of course, lingers in the air. This is barbecue as it always used to be. And it’s wonderful, particularly the rib tips, an option that’s uncommon in Kansas City. But these are less gristly and fatty than any I’ve had, with a sharp, complex sauce that mutters about cumin and then gets even more mysterious. Huge servings and another fine offering of French fries. Don’t miss the Kauffman, but don’t make me choose just one barbecue spot. Helzberg Hall

IF YOU GO: Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, Mo., 816-994-7200 kauffmancenter.org

Arthur Bryant’s BBQ 1727 Brooklyn Ave., Kansas City, Mo., and other locations 816-231-1123 arthurbryantsbbq.com

Meats at Arthur Bryant’s are “slow-smoked with a combination of hickory and oak woods, mellowed to the peak of flavor, then splashed with Original or Rich and Spicy sauce.”

Gates Bar-B-Q 3205 Main St., Kansas City, Mo., and other locations 816-753-0828 gatesbbq.com

Feeding a hungry crowd? Order Jack’s Best at Fiorella’s Jack Stack. It includes a half slab of sauced pork spare ribs, a petite crown prime rib, one pound beef burnt ends, one pound of hickory pit beans, 15 ounces of cheesy corn bake and a bottle of sauce.

Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue 101 W. 22nd St., Kansas City, Mo., and other locations 816-472-7427 jackstackbbq.com

Oklahoma Joe’s opened its first Kansas City location in 1996 after the owner of a gas station closed the fried chicken counter. It still exists in this location today.

Oklahoma Joe’s Bar-B-Que 3002 W. 47th St., Kansas City, Kan., and other locations 913-722-3366 oklahomajoesbbq.com

LC’s Bar-B-Q 5800 Blue Parkway, Kansas City, Mo., 816-923-4484

Oklahoma Joe’s menu includes ‘The Hog Heaven,’ ‘Pit Boss Salad’ and ‘Smokie Joe.’

Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue isn’t just a restaurant. It also offers mail order, catering and private dining.

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After months of bitter dispute over marital assets, it seems the star-crossed pair may finally be able to put their marriage behind them. You see kids, there are always going to be obstacles like this when it comes to a big step like divorce. Focus on the goal: Always remember what you don’t love about the other person, and think about spending the rest of your life without them. If the marriage is meant to end, it will happen.

KHLOE AND LAMAR The reality star is now grappling with her NBA-player husband’s rumored crack addiction. Lamar’s 10-minute engagement, struggles with infertility, admitted infidelities, and now, rumors of binge drug use have been splashed all over every reality show in the Kardashian franchise. I’m sure E! execs and family have doubts for the couple’s future, and know lives hang in the balance. So, yeah, good TV.

TORI SPELLING The 90210 alum is shopping a sex tape. After a successful dramatic series, a halfdozen made-for-TV movies, and a handful of reality shows, Tori is searching for ways to stay relevant. Uh, hello? Rehab? Clothing line? E! correspondent? Work out regimen (Tori-cise, duh)? Surprise pregnancy? I’m just saying there are better ways to make the tabloids than a sex tape. Plus a sex tape featuring a bony 50-yearold only appeals to a niche market.

PINK The likeable singer has found herself in the line of fire after tweeting a picture of her baby daughter, Willow, helmet-less on a motorbike with her motocross-racer father, Carey Hart. Fans were outraged at the reckless photo. OK, hold on. I think we all just need to take a deep breath. Honestly, the child could not be in more experienced hands on a bike. Plus she’s the daughter of a rock star and a daredevil. In a couple years, riding a motorcycle without a helmet won’t even make the list. * So don’t quote me BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

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Word Play YOU MAY FIND THIS DIFFICULT TO BELIEVE, but 2013 is winding to a close. That’s right. There are just two awkward family functions, one parentteacher conference, one fight over a space in the mall parking lot, six holiday parties, three vicious hangovers and a partridge in a pear tree remaining, and it’s over. It’s also time for another end-of-year tradition: the Oxford Dictionaries Online online list of new words. Much like the technology to which many of them refer, I don’t know how long some of these will be around. Nevertheless, the distinguished people at Oxford seem to feel they are worthy of an entry. As a service to our readers, I will use each word in a sentence…and also because my children bet me that I couldn’t. apols (short for apologies) No, I’m not coming to your rave, you hipster idiot, apols. babymoon (a holiday for parents-to-be to relax and focus on establishing a bond with the baby.) It was during my babymoon on the quiet beach of Tortola that I realized bonding with an unborn child is stupid, I look horrible in a bikini, and I want to kill my husband for doing this to me. bitcoin (digital currency) Shall I pay you with bitcoins, glass beads, an IOU or jellybeans? cake pop (a small, round iced ball of cake on a stick) Cake pops are stupid. emoji (a small digital icon depicting emotion, usually at the conclusion of a communiqué) OMG, I know Channing isn’t ending it for reals bc when he said I disgusted him he put a winking smiley emoji at the end of the text. twerk (a dance move involving a repeated vertical shaking of the rear end in a squatting stance) Please don’t twerk.

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TANGENTIAL THINKER jorts (denim shorts; to be clear, these are not cut-offs or Daisy Dukes, they are longer, tailored denim shorts) Jorts are a deal-breaker. Internet of things (an advancement of the Internet that allows everyday objects to have network connectivity) Apple came out with the Internet of things in 2017, and the world promptly ended. selfie (a photo of yourself taken with your phone) Jane had everything going for her until her idiot selfie with incriminating items in the background got her kicked out of school, rejected from all colleges and ruined her life. So that’s just a few of what’s new at the wordsmith shop. Just once, I wish they’d publish a list of the words they are dropping, like groovy, swell, foxy and economic stability. Well, enjoy your new vocab; although after you incorporate them, you may need to employ another new entry: a digital detox.

REVIEWS MOVIE REVIEWS

THEATER REVIEW BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

Last Vegas OUT WITH A WIMPER

RATING: 6 out of 10

ERE, WE HAVE the golden years’ version of The Hangover: Four friends head to Vegas for a bachelor party; this time, the groom is 70. So far, so good. No doubt, four lifelong buddies heading out to Sin City would provide a seamless vein of comedy to mine...one would think. Billy (Michael Douglas), after decades of seeming bachelor bliss, is finally tying the knot with a girl young enough to be his granddaughter. Nonetheless, his three childhood pals from the old neighborhood are determined to make the most of it. Archie (Morgan Freeman) sneaks away from the watchful eye of his son; Sam (Kevin Kline) escapes the self-imposed hell of Florida retirement; and Paddy (Robert De Niro) is dragged from his widower’s grief to celebrate. Of course, with all life-long friendships, there are complexities; and a beautiful age-appropriate chanteuse, Diana (Mary Steenburgen), brings some painful reminders to the reunion. The movie is fine. It’s funny, but not hilarious. It’s touching, but not poignant. It’s well-acted, but not brilliantly so. Oh, and there will probably be a sequel, provided the box-office return can cover the salaries of the talented cast. That’s it.

12 Years a Slave FREE AT LAST RATING: 7 out of 10

THEATER PHOTO BY ERIC WOOLSEY

ERE’S THE THING: Is it possible to dislike this movie? Surely, one can loathe slavery, inhumanity and evil, and not particularly like a film about it. This movie tells an unfathomably horrible true story about the abduction and enslavement of a free black man in mid-19th century America. It’s painful to watch—often because of the subject matter and occasionally because of some awkward film-making and direction that doesn’t seem to trust the power of the story itself. Solomon Northrup (Chiwetel Ejiofor) is a talented violinist, a married and successful free man living in New York State in 1848. When he is invited to play for a two-week stint in Washington, D.C., he doesn’t hesitate. Almost immediately, he finds himself shackled to the floor of a slave-trader’s pit and his decade of torment begins. His name is changed, and Solomon is sent to work as a slave on a Southern plantation. He is violently beaten, and he is forced to shut down his intelligence and education and resign himself to a new life of hopeless anguish. The acting is Oscar-worthy, particularly Ejiofor, who shows brilliant restraint in a performance that could have easily swerved toward melodrama. My only complaint is that the direction lacked a subtlety that would have made the story infinitely more powerful. Certainly, there are times when imagination and implication can have a more profound impact on an audience than outright horror. In the end, the film is a horrible, stunning tale of survival. As Brad Pitt’s character quips, the story is amazing and in no good way. It’s is an awful vignette in a gruesome chapter of history.

Freud’s Last Session BY MARK BRETZ

THE STORY On the eve of World War II, famed psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud invites little-known Oxford professor C.S. Lewis to his London flat. Lewis suspects that Dr. Freud means to chastise him for some flippant remarks he made about the noted atheist in a new book the Christian author has written. He is surprised to hear that Freud hasn’t read the book at all, and also stunned to learn that the 83-year-old Freud is dying of cancer. Instead, the father of psychoanalysis says that he is fascinated how a formerly avowed atheist such as Lewis could have become a staunch defender of and believer in Christianity. As sirens wail and the two listen to intermittent radio reports about Germany’s relentless invasion of Poland, they discuss their views about religion, science, love and the nature of life itself.

HIGHLIGHTS This fictional encounter between two of the foremost figures of Western civilization in the 20th century was written by Mark St. Germain, who drew his inspiration from a book titled The Question of God by Harvard professor Armand Nicholi Jr. The latter has taught a course on Freud and Lewis at Harvard for more than 35 years. A fine production featuring two stellar performances by Rep newcomer Barry Mulholland as Freud and local favorite Jim Butz as Lewis opens The Rep’s 2013-14 Studio Theatre season in highly intellectual, if not dramatically powerful, style. It’s a minor point, but Mulholland doesn’t look or act like an 83-year-old man, although he’s most convincing when depicting Freud’s increasing agony in his losing battle with oral cancer. He’s most impressive, though, when he engages in his verbal tennis match with Butz, a wryly ironic touch in that tennis was a sport that Freud enjoyed.

COMPANY: Repertory Theatre of St. Louis VENUE: Emerson Studio Theatre, Loretto-Hilton Center, 130 Edgar Road DATES: Through Nov. 24 TICKETS: $49-$63; 968-4925 or repstl.org RATING: A 4 on a scale of 1-to-5. More reviews available at laduenews. com.

Butz is very good depicting the younger Lewis’ own reasoning for the existence of God, just as Mulholland shrewdly conveys Freud’s atheism and his fervent respect for science. What’s problematic for director Michael Evan Haney is to maintain any sense of momentum with St. Germain’s script, which tends to revisit familiar territory even within its tidy one act and 75 minutes of performance. This really isn’t a drama as much as an intellectual debate with scenery, so it’s incumbent that the two performers be at their best to engage an audience. Here, they do so with both polish and persuasion.

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Sit Back and Let the Evening Go By Blaise Hart-Schmidt

Q&A with Rain’s Joey Curatolo

ust in time for the 50th anniversary of The Beatles crossing the pond, Rain: A Tribute to The Beatles will again make its way to St. Louis. The two-hour jukebox musical features four mop-top look-alikes performing the Fab Four’s hits, spanning their career from I Want to Hold Your Hand and fainting female fans to Hey Jude and the Vietnam War. LN spoke with Joey Curatolo, a.k.a. ‘Paul McCartney,’ about playing the famous left-hander, why St. Louis loves the show and what fans can expect from the upcoming production. What are some of the strategies you use to become Paul? We use what I like to call ‘Beatles School,’ which means we use the CDs and records as textbooks to learn the curriculum. A lot of the technology today allows us to hone in on their movements and habits and the characters within. It’s a study of trying to embody them and then calling them up on stage for the two hours we’re up there. Have you ever attempted to play guitar left-handed? I play right-handed and always have. For me, it’s more about the music, so instead of switching, I stay true to the music. Is it more difficult to play Paul than the other members of the band? With all due respect to my cast mates, yes, it is. Next to Lennon, Paul has the most singing and a higher register. Paul is also the master of ceremonies because of the character he is. He was the spokesman of The Beatles—he’s at the helm of the ship and is the captain of the bus. In our show, he’s doing quite a bit. He plays bass, then guitar, then piano and back again. He’s moving along throughout the whole show. Have you ever met Paul in real life? Not yet. Though I’m praying for that day. It will happen.

“There’s a real connection between St. Louis and the love of The Beatles. They took to us the first time we came in.” What new aspects can fans expect from the show next week? The entire show has been revamped. We’ve added five new LED screens and changed some content within the show. It’s modernized and refreshed. The new panels take the show from film to hi-definition. We also have new cast members. My son, who’s named Paul, also plays McCartney. He is left-handed and has been with the show for a couple months now. Erin Giaza also has joined. These boys are third-generation Beatles fans in their 20s and are incredible.

This is the fifth time RAIN has been to St. Louis. Do you see a different reaction in St. Louis fans? There’s a real connection between St. Louis and the love of The Beatles. They took to us the first time we came in. I think they respect the level of detail we put into the show. It’s one of our favorite spots on our tour. St. Louis is magnificent to us, and I can’t tell you how much we appreciate them supporting the show.

Rain: A Tribute to The Beatles opens Nov. 15 for three shows at the Fabulous Fox Theater. Tickets range from $27 to $57, and can be purchased in person at the box office at 527 N. Grand Blvd., by calling 534-1111 or by visiting metrotix.com.

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spicybits BY MATT SORRELL

The Restaurant at The Cheshire, under the direction of Chef REX HALE, has unveiled its new fall menu highlighting a plethora of locally sourced ingredients. Entrées include show-stopping Ahi Tuna, Thin and Raw, as well as Pan Fried Naked Cowboy Oysters, served with butternut squash and bacon salad. For Mains, there’s Braised Pork Shank with caramelized vegetables; Maine Sea Scallops with pumpkin risotto; and Red Wine Braised Beef Short Rib with autumn vegetable ragout (shown). For reservations, call 932-7818 or visit restaurant-stl.com. On Friday, Nov. 15, a special prix fixe menu paired exclusively with Schlafly beers will be offered at Panorama at the Saint Louis Art Museum. For $65 per person, executive chef EDWARD FARROW will delight guests with items like Wenneman’s Pork Sausage and Local Red Beans and Rice Arancini, Spiced Alaskan Sable Fish Filet, and Local Lamb Slowly Braised with Aromatics, among other offerings. Call 655-5490 to reserve your seat.

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Butler’s Pantry now offers vegan-friendly, vegetarian and gluten-free selections throughout all of its venues, including Piccione Pastry, Bixby’s and Palladium Saint Louis, as well as its catering division. Now that the folks at Stone Soup Cottage are settled into their new space, the restaurant’s popular Cooking At The Cottage classes are resuming. The first will be held Monday, Nov. 18, with Chef CARL MCCONNELL demonstrating and preparing a variety of dishes. Tickets are $65 per person and reservations can be made by calling 636-244-2233. Just in time for the holidays comes Clink!, a new online service that lets customers send the gift of fine libations with just the click of a mouse. The CLINK! website also features a variety of content from sommeliers, mixologists, cicerones, and other hospitality and home entertaining experts, including resident sommelier ANGELA ORTMANN and yours truly, MATT SORRELL. Check it out at letsclink.com.

The Grill at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis

Beyond the Ordinary BY SIDNEY LEWIS

IT HAS TO BE DAUNTING TO TAKE OVER THE kitchen at one of the finest hotels in the region, with the pressure to maintain standards and expectations, while also putting your own stamp on the menu. That’s the challenge Melissa Lee faced when she took the wheel as executive chef at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis last year. We recently made it back to The Grill, The Ritz’s high-end steakhouse concept, and found that she has more than stepped up to the challenge and has definitely made the menu her own. First off, longtime fans of The Grill shouldn’t despair. There are still plenty of the restaurant’s longtime favorites on the menu, including the 8 oz. Prime Center Cut Filet, which we enjoyed ever so much on our last visit, and the 12 oz. Prime New York Strip. But there also are several interesting additions outside the realm of beef that, while not the steakhouse norm, proved to be supremely delicious. A great example were our starters: the Carrot and Ginger Potage ($9), and the Textures of Corn ($18). The potage was a mild, creamy soup, with a nice balance of delicate sweetness and just a bit of gingery bite. This is a dish one would expect in a French bistro, not a steakhouse, but it fit in well with the other offerings. Likewise, the corn dish was a real treat: a trio of tender, seared George’s Bank scallops paired with three corn-based creations—a creamy polenta, some tangy corn relish mixed with savory bits of bacon and a sweet corn nage, a stock of sorts. The pairing of the corn

with the scallops was unexpected and inspired, a tasty tour of flavors that showcased both the flexibility of this humble grain and the kitchen staff’s skill and creativity. Once we saw the Braised Ox Tail Pasta ($29), there was no more thinking to be done about what would be entrée No. 1. Texture-wise, the meat in question was like a pulled pork, cooked in a thick, savory sauce akin to a ragout. Served over fresh pappardelle pasta with some gouda, truffle essence and forest mushrooms, this dish was heavy and rich—and best eaten in stages with several breaks, but well worth the effort. From the Sea selections, we had the 8 oz. Florida Grouper ($34), a nice slab of fish braised just enough to form a bit of a crust. In another unique twist, the fish was served with a chickpea panisse on the side and some micro cilantro. We added a side of the Sauteed Baby Vegetables ($7), which proved to be the only disappointment of the meal. While the carrots, broccoli and cauliflower were expertly cooked, they were much too salty for our taste. To top off the experience, we chose a glass of Balvenie 12-year Doublewood Scotch ($18) and some Gooey Butter Cake ($9), a decidedly traditional take on this St. Louis standby. The Grill still is a magnificent room, and the ‘new’ menu certainly does it—and the culinary history behind it—much justice. 100 Carondelet Plaza, 863-6300, ritzcarlton.com

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LN COOKS

My Favorite (Pumpkin) Pie

BY JOHN JOHNSON

Q: Chef, with the holidays coming up and great food being made in kitchens all across Missouri, what is your favorite thing to cook for Thanksgiving? I have my favorite recipes that have been handed down from my grandmother. They bring back such great memories of cooking with her when I was young. A: Wow! Where to start? Closing my eyes, I see my dad carving the turkey with his first electric knife, sweet potatoes cooking on the stove, as well as the sound of my grandmother’s voice as she places her good china onto the laced tablecloth, and the smells of my mother’s cookies and pies baking in the oven. It’s a wonderful time of year that gives us all the opportunity to travel through time. So here, I share with you my favorite pie.

For Pie Crust INGREDIENTS:

For the Filling INGREDIENTS:

3 c all-purpose flour

¾ c granulated sugar

1 ½ c Crisco

1 t ground cinnamon

1 egg

½ t ground ginger

5 T cold water

¼ t ground cloves

1 T white vinegar

½ t salt

1 t salt

1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree

DIRECTIONS:

2 eggs

In a large bowl, with a pastry cutter, slowly cut the Crisco into the flour for about 3 or 4 minutes, until it begins to look coarse. In a small bowl, beat the egg with a fork and then pour it into the flour/shortening mixture. Add 5 tablespoons of cold water, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 1 teaspoon of salt, and gently combine until all of the ingredients are blended.

1 ½ c milk

Remove from freezer; and on a floured surface, roll the dough, starting at the center and working your way out (sprinkle some flour over top of the dough if it’s a bit too moist), rolling until it’s about ½ inch larger in diameter than your 10-inch pie pan. Gently press the dough against the corner of the pan. Go around the pie pan, pinching and tucking the dough to make a clean edge.

Mix together sugar and the spices in a mixing bowl. Add the pumpkin puree until all is incorporated. In a separate bowl, blend the egg and milk together. Add to the puree mixture. Pour into pie shell, and bake at 325 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve with whipped cream and warm honey.

Chef John Johnson is executive chef at River City Casino. For questions or recipe requests, email him at John.Johnson@rivercity.com.

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PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER

Separate the dough into thirds, forming three evenly sized balls of dough, and wrap in plastic. Put in freezer to chill for about 15 to 20 minutes.

DIRECTIONS:

AROUND TOWN

BY BRITTANY NAY

11/15-16

HARRY’S BIG ADVENTURE: MY BUG WORLD! Saint Louis Science Center visitors will be immersed in a world of bugs at this new exhibit featuring thousands of live insects and hands-on nature activities. 289-4400 or slsc.org.

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.

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JIM MANLEY: MAD BRASS & RHYTHM Jazz St. Louis presents a performance from Jim Manley, a modern jazz saxophone player, at Jazz at the Bistro. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $10$20. 289-4030 or jazzstl.org.

11/15

RICKIE LEE JONES Five-time Grammy nominee Rickie Lee Jones will perform her show, A Rock and Roll Woman (Stories and Song), at The Sheldon Concert Hall. 8 p.m. $40-$45. 534-1111 or thesheldon.org.

11/16

THIRD FRIDAY FOOD TRUCKS Enjoy food truck fare, shop for handmade glass jewelry, listen to Salt of the Earth roots quartet and see fire-spinning by the Fire Techs at Third Degree Glass Factory. 6-10 p.m. Free. 367-4527 or stlglass.com.

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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.

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.

11/16-17 HOLIDAY FARE WINE TRAIL Sip fine wines and savor festive fare along the Hermann Wine Trail. $30. 800-932-8687 or hermannwinetrail.com.

11/19 ROBERT GATES Maryville University’s St. Louis Speakers Series continues with former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, who now serves as chancellor of the College of William and Mary. 8 p.m. $285-$420, series subscription. 534-1700 or stlouisspeakersseries.org.

BROADWAY HITS 11/15-16 RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES The internationally acclaimed Beatles’ concert tribute will play the band’s hits, from I Want to Hold Your Hand to Hey Jude, at the Fox Theatre. Various times. $28 and up. 534-1111 or fabulousfox.com. 11/15-17 GODSPELL Stephen Schwartz’ Grammy Award-winning musical, Godspell, will take the Peabody Opera House stage. Various times. $27-$92. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com. 11/22-23 BROADSWAY Charis, the St. Louis Women’s Chorus, will pay homage to Broadway’s classics, including West Side Story, at the Missouri History Museum. 8 p.m. $17-$20. 664-9340 or charischorus.org.

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE Grammy Award-winning artist Justin Timberlake will perform songs from his new album, The 20/20 Experience, at the Scottrade Center. 8 p.m. $48-$178. 6225435 or scottradecenter.com.

11/10 BACH CHAMBER MUSIC Concertmaster Lenora-Marya Anop is joined by favorite Bach Society Orchestra members to perform select Bach instrumental works at The Great Hall at the Church of St. Michael and St. George. 3 p.m. $15. bachsociety.org.

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.

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11/16

HOLIDAY DELIGHTS Garden Guild of St. Louis will host a flower show at Friendship Village Chesterfield. 2-5 p.m. Nov. 14; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 15. friendshipvillagestl.com.

PETER GRIMES St. Louis Symphony will perform Benjamin Britten’s opera Peter Grimes at Powell Hall. 3 p.m. $25-$70. 534-1700 or stlsymphony.org.

11/23 ZOOTINI THE PUB CRAWL The Young Friends of the Zoo will host a pub crawl in Dogtown, followed by an after-party with appetizers, games and prizes. Noon-6 p.m. $40. 646-4771 or stlzoo.org.

CHECK THIS OUT 11/14-24 WHITAKER ST. LOUIS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Cinema St. Louis will present more than 330 films and an appearance by Oscar-winning writer/ director Oliver Stone, who will be given a Lifetime Achievement Award, discuss his career and screen his director’s cut of JFK on Nov. 22. Venues include Plaza Frontenac Cinema, Tivoli Theater, Washington University and Webster University. Various times. 289-4150 or cinemastlouis.org.

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WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS continued from page 18 neck that is now a standard of care worldwide. Dorward is working with new ways to reshape the spine. Ray is performing groundbreaking advancements following spinal cord injury that involve nerve transfers for returning mobility to paralyzed patients. And Santiago is utilizing stereotactic radiosurgery—a technique that uses radiation like a scalpel to treat tumors. While the group excels at complex care, Wright also emphasizes the physicians’ experience with everyday spine issues. “We all treat the complicated and unusual; but two-thirds of the time, we are handling the routine. We feel we offer just as much expertise in routine problems.” The neurosurgical spine team is part of a comprehensive surgical spine service at Washington University Medical Center that collaborates with orthopedic spine surgeons at Barnes-Jewish Hospital’s main and West County campuses and pediatric neurosurgeons at St. Louis Children’s Hospital to provide the most effective continuum of care for patients. “We have a tremendous, diverse group of faculty,” Wright says. “So, regardless of the patient’s problem, we make sure their care is world-class.”

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14. Groups that mean business 20. Lens cover? 21. Bigwig 24. Pilgramage destination 25. Yellow wildflower 26. A lot 27. Sprite, old style 28. ‘What are the ___?’ 30. Bar, at the bar 31. Beach souvenir 32. Reticent 34. Brawl 35. Picked pecans, say 38. All That Jazz director 39. All over 44. Lace place 46. Bits of soot 48. Decorative jugs 49. Table part 50. Thai currency 51. Biology lab supply 52. Sky box? 53. Cleaning supplies 54. Artificial bait 55. Pumping ___ 56. ‘Cool!’ 57. Greek sandwich

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patient seeking relief of menopausal symptoms, a difference that could have significantly skewed results. “We don’t ever start hormone replacement therapy at the age of 63. The earlier you start, the better. If you start later in life, you could run into problems.” Meckler adds that there are other treatments that may help women better weather menopause. “There are some natural remedies such as black cohosh for hot flashes. For poor sleep, you can use a sleeping agent such as melatonin or Ambien. For mood swings, we suggest antidepressants or St. John’s wort, which is like a natural form of Prozac.” Exercise, meditation and stress management also may be helpful. “There’s no need to be miserable— there are things that can be done.”

“There is evidence that some supplements can act as migraine preventives, including butterbur, magnesium and vitamin B2,” Darken says. “Additionally, lifestyle is very important: Regular exercise, good sleep hygiene, a balanced diet, smoking cessation and weight control can all help to gain control over migraines. Stress is a big trigger for many people, so better stress-management skills can be helpful.” Darken adds that certain foods can be ‘migraine triggers’ for some people, so they should be avoided. Among the more common food-based migraine triggers are alcohol, aged cheese, caffeine, citrus and food additives, such as MSG. Another type of treatment, approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2010, involves Botox injections for control of chronic migraines. The Botox is given at intervals of about 12 weeks as multiple injections around the head and neck, to try to dull future headache symptoms, the FDA says in a statement. “An individual should see a physician about migraines if they are having them at an increased frequency, the headache has changed in its characteristics, and over-the-counter medications are not working,” Chaudhry says. “Patients also should not be having more than one to two migraines per month. The key to knowing if someone needs to see a physician is if ibuprofen or naproxen quits working to relieve the migraines or the person is taking excessive amounts of the medications.”

THE DOCTOR IS IN continued from page 40 The sheer volume of potential issues is overwhelming. For that reason, you should focus significant effort to develop the ‘filter between a child’s ears.’ There’s no software that will provide 100-percent protection. There’s no school that can monitor 100 percent of its students’ activity. Parents need to take the time to reinforce safetyfocused behavior in their children. Be sensitive to subtle changes in your child’s behavior and remain open—so your children will feel comfortable coming to you with issues, concerns or threats. None of this is easy or pleasant, but all of it is necessary to ensure the safety of our children in cyberspace.

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St. Louis Symphony continued from page 6

Butterfly House continued from page 7

Larry Thomas, Latoya Thompson, Cheri and Ron Fromm

Bob and Stephanie Herleth, Rick Angevine

Tony and Lisa Vento

Kara and Bob Newmark

James Richards, Trudy Guinther

Sara Fabick, Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Darryl Fabick

Judy and Harvey Harris

Partners in Sustainable Development continued from page 8

Bridget Desloge, Karin Bonding

Mya Zuckerman, Kellin Quinn, Donesha Buhr

Dr. Alok and Charu Kaytal, Gul Shah

Terry and Gaylen Smith

Amanda and Brad Landsbaum, Stephanie Schmidt, Bob Baker

Siteman Cancer Center continued from page 9

Annie Cecil, Lauren Nichols

Nelly and Wayne Moore

Michelle Edwards, Lisa Nelson

Taylor Reifsteck, Tricia Ernst

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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

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Personal Assistant / House Manager Domestic Engineer Cleaning and Serving for your Holiday Parties. 25 years experience exc. refs.

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CLEAN 4 LESS A Clean Place is a Happy Place. We Care for You and Your Family. Trustworthy Cleaning Service with Many Years of Experience. Ref's. Call Alondra (314) 471-2915

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COMPUTER SERVICES

Service at your home: Transfer data to new PCs Fix problems with current PCs Day, evening, weekends available Call Mike at 636-675-7641 www.STLpcguy.com

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 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

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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 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.

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Do You Worry When Your Home Is Left Alone For An Extended Period of Time? Wintering in Florida or a Long Trip

LADUE AREA 48 Country Fair 8:30-2:30 Saturday, Nov. 9 Furniture, Antiques, Rugs, Small Household Appliances & More.

We Check Your Home Inside & Out Preventing Costly Problems When You Are Away. Licensed Insured & Ref's. 314-210-1304

FOR THE HOME

2525 S. Brentwood Blvd. We Buy and Sell Stylish Furniture and Home Decor! Contact us at: therefindroom.com or 314-962-7666 (ROOM)

GUTTERS 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 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 J. Graves Exterior Cleaning llc Roof & Gutter Cleaning, Pressure & Window Washing. Fully Insured & Free Estimates. Justin (314) 962-4220 jgravesexteriorcleaning.com

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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

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PRIVATE DUTY Seeking FT/PT Position in Your Home. Experienced. Specializing in Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Etc. Lt Housekeeping, Meals, Laundry & More. Lillian 636-692-1041 PERSONAL CARE Seeking Position in Your Home. Appts, Shopping, Cooking & Organization. Call SELMA Today! 314-359-1695

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

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

HOLIDAY HOLIDAY LIGHTING Installation & Maintenance. Landscape Lighting Too! Light Your Home for the Holidays with Mitchell Lighting. 314-567-4444

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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

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

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LAWN & GARDEN

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

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Waterproofing & Sealing

FAY FURNITURE 618-271-8200 AM 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!

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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. A+ BBB Rating Dan 314-772-0190

MASSEY TUCKPOINTING & MASONRY Tuckpointing, Chimney & Brick Repair, Caulking & Now Chimney Sweeping & Flue Re-lining. Winner of 2013 BBB Torch Award. $50 off $500+ 314-486-3303 masseytuckpointing.com

TUCKPOINTING Chimney Repair, Glass Blocks, Brick Block, Stone & Stucco. Waterproofing. Insured. 40 Yrs Experience. Free Estimates. 314-910-3132 636-797-2947

ROBERTSVILLE ESTATE AUCTION CO. Entire Estates or Just Down Sizing Cash Buyout or Consignment For Onsite Evaluation Call 314-229-9274 ï 636-675-5566 www.robertsvilleauction.com

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.

COLLECTOR WISHES TO PURCHASE Gun Collections - Old and New Antiques of Any Type Fishing Tackle Call Steve Lapin 314-571-9427

GULF COAST CONDO Carillon Beach, FL, Destin Area 3BR, 3BA, 3 Pools, Tennis Courts and so Much More! Great Rates. Available NOW! Call Dave at 314-922-8344 For Pictures Please Visit www.vrbo.com/148365

WINDOWS 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

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 REGENTS PARK LONDON Modern 2 Bedroom Apartment. Convenient for Museums, Shopping, Theater. Wireless Internet Access. Highly Recommended! Call 314-569-2009

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TIME SHARE FOR SALE 2 wks, 1 block to beach in Waikiki for cost of yearly maintenance fee $1800, + 2 free wks Jan 29 thru Feb 12, 2014 maintenance fees paid. Sleeps 6. 314.966.5176.

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First Annual

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Saturday, November 16

‧ 2 – 8 pm*

Join us for a magical experience bright enough for the whole family! Help light our giant holiday tree, and watch as the shopping center is transformed into a winter wonderland. 2 – 4 pm Strolling appearance by Alexandra Ballet’s Sugar Plum Fairy, the Nutcracker, and holiday carolers 2 – 4 pm Children’s ornament decorating by Chesterfield Arts inside the food court (first 200 kids only) 2 – 5:30 pm Holiday performances by Show-me Sound, TeamSTAGES, Ashleyliane Dance Company and Muny Kids on stage 5:30 pm Tree Lighting Ceremony – Santa arrives to light up the night 6 – 8 pm Musical entertainment by FatPocket Band on stage 6 – 8 pm Strolling Santa Hosted by KMOV’s Virginia Kerr Host of Great Day St. Louis Event check-in is located at Brooks Brothers entrance

Weather permitting. Event details at TaubmanPrestigeOutlets.com *

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