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november 9, 2012

`Tis the season to do what’s right for kids!

Saturday, December 8, 2012 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel

1 Edgewood Road, Ladue.

Offered at $1,395,000. Open 11/11, 1-3 PM.

17 Fair Oaks, Ladue New Listing. Offered at $899,000.

1000 Weidman Road, Town & Country New Listing. Offered at $795,000.

4 Liza Court, Defiance.

New Listing. Offered at $364,900.

7459 Parkdale Avenue, Clayton Offered at $539,000. Open 11/11, 1-3 PM.

2168 Dartmouth Gate Court, Wildwood New Listing. $379,000. Open 11/11, 1-3 PM.

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NEW LISTINGS

109 Sterling Crossing, Dardenne Prairie.

New Listing. Offered at $329,900.

RESIDENTIAL HOMES

2652 Bruno, Overland New Listing. $129,000. Open 11/11, 1-3 PM. 7519 GANNON AVENUE, University City.

$290,000

1287 ANDREW DRIVE, Glendale.

$284,500

8467 COLONIAL LANE, Ladue.

$250,000 $248,500

1000-1004 WEIDMAN ROAD, Town & Country. Equestrian estate,

1042 WINGS ROAD, Saint Albans.

$4,250,000

28 BRIARCLIFF, Ladue.

$989,000

200 feet from Queeny Park’s riding trails. 8+ acres with main and

15 LADUE LANE, Ladue.

$2,500,000

20 BLACK CREEK LANE, Ladue.

$955,000

820 POSTHORN DRIVE, Manchester.

caretaker houses, 6 stall barn, riding rings, pastures. $1,795,000

47 COUNTRYSIDE LANE, Frontenac.

$2,495,000

10588 FRONTENAC WOODS LANE, Frontenac.

$929,900

711 EAST SWON AVENUE, Webster Groves.

$245,000

42 GLEN EAGLES DRIVE, Ladue.

$2,495,000

12 ABERDEEN PLACE, St. Louis.

$899,000

8715 WASHINGTON AVENUE, University City.

$240,000

17 FAIR OAKS, Ladue. Beverly Nelson designed residence

3 BRIDLE LANE, Frontenac.

$2,395,000

13318 WOOD STONE COURT, Town & Country.

$788,000

527 GENTLE BREEZE DRIVE, St. Peters.

$229,000

with fresh updates and designer finishes. Elegant entry, chef’s

15 BRIDLE LANE, Frontenac.

$2,345,000

9 BLACK CREEK LANE, Ladue.

$765,000

8337 STANFORD AVENUE, University City.

$227,900

kitchen, cozy hearth room and main floor master.

8 LONG MEADOWS LANE, Town & Country.

$2,220,000

4 DEER CREEK WOODS, Ladue.

$754,900

3510 ILLINOIS AVENUE, St. Louis.

$189,000

9933 LITZINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$2,195,000

38 WOODCLIFFE ROAD, Ladue.

$729,900

1382 MOBILE COURT, St. Louis.

$108,000

1000 WEIDMAN ROAD, Town & Country. Historic 2-story stone

10 APPLE TREE LANE, Ladue.

$2,195,000

9840 COPPER HILL ROAD, Ladue.

$709,000

cottage on 1.68 acres has 5BR/3.5BA with significant expansion

2718 COVINGTON PLC. ESTATES, Town & Country. $1,900,000

11805 CRAIG MANOR DRIVE, St. Louis County.

$664,900

and renovations. Wrap-around deck and 5-car garage. $795,000

XXXXX ORVILLE ROAD, Wildwood.

17655 VINTAGE OAK DRIVE, Wildwood.

$659,900

$899,000

$1,850,000

CONDOMINIUM/VILLA HOMES

3 LOCHINVAR DRIVE, Town & Country.

$1,795,000

6 CLAYTON TERRACE, Frontenac.

$649,000

THE CRESCENT, #505, Clayton.

4 LIZA COURT, Defiance. Gorgeous vaulted atrium ranch

1 LITTLE LANE, Ladue.

$1,700,000

45 BRIGHTON WAY, Clayton.

$649,000

622 FOREST COURT, #1D, Clayton.

$639,000

nestled on 3 level acres on a cul-de-sac includes granite counter

35 OVERHILLS DRIVE, Ladue.

$1,695,000

9856 COUNTRYSHIRE PLACE, Creve Coeur.

$629,000

622 FOREST COURT, #3B, Clayton.

$550,000

tops,stainless appliances and finished lower level.

15 DROMARA ROAD, Ladue.

$1,695,000

590 MOOR WAY, St. Albans.

$595,500

13346 FAIRFIELD CIRCLE, Chesterfield.

$469,000

33 PORTLAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,675,000

136 LADUE OAKS DRIVE, Creve Coeur.

$589,000

7564 WYDOWN BLVD., UNIT 2A, Clayton.

$309,000 $289,000

$364,900

$799,000

109 STERLING CROSSING, Dardenne Prairie. High quality finishes

22 WESTMORELAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,650,000

3013 HAWTHORNE BLVD., St. Louis.

$570,000

7564 WYDOWN BLVD., UNIT 1A, Clayton.

everywhere in this 1.5-story. Wood floors, granite tops, outstanding

25 DROMARA ROAD, Ladue.

$1,595,000

217 LADUE OAKS DRIVE, Creve Coeur.

$569,000

710 S. HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 12A, Clayton.

$225,000

master bath, level lot and beautiful moldings.

16 PORTLAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,595,000

1119 NORTH DRIVE, Warson Woods.

$559,000

1812 BAXTER RIDGE, Chesterfield.

$209,900

$329,900

3 PICARDY LANE, Ladue.

$1,595,000

156 BELLINGTON LANE, Creve Coeur.

$549,000

816 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #1C, Clayton.

$149,000

15 CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE, St. Peters. Open, vaulted, with

16718 WILLS TRACE, Chesterfield.

$1,525,000

9857 WILD DEER ROAD, Ladue.

$549,000

1506 SWALLOW DRIVE, Brentwood.

$130,000

natural light everywhere. This spacious ranch offers great kitchen

7352 WESTMORELAND, University City.

$1,495,000

16438 FARMERS MILL LANE, Chesterfield.

$539,000

9154 EAGER ROAD, Brentwood.

$124,900

space, a master bdrm suite and main floor laundry.

50 PORTLAND DRIVE, Frontenac.

$1,425,000

7459 PARKDALE AVENUE, Clayton.

$539,000

12 EDGEWOOD ROAD, Ladue.

$1,400,000

8128 KINGSBURY BLVD., Clayton.

$498,000

1 EDGEWOOD ROAD, Ladue.

$1,395,000

25 GLEN ABBEY DRIVE, Frontenac.

$479,000

$150,000

2652 BRUNO, Overland. Good space and convenient location

LOTS/ACREAGE

make this a home to see! 3BR/2.5BA. Spacious family room with

958 TIRRILL FARMS ROAD, Ladue.

$1,395,000

2 SUNNYMEADE LANE, Ladue.

$478,000

100 WINDRUSH FARM, Cook Station.

$4,889,000

wood burning fireplace. $129,000.

596 MOREL COURT, St. Albans.

$1,395,000

2158 EAST DRIVE, Crystal Lake Park.

$474,000

17715 RESORT ROAD, Crocker.

$1,990,000

729 HIGHWAY H, Troy.

$1,395,000

161 MEADOWS OF WILDWOOD BLVD., Wildwood. $465,900

5 DEACON DRIVE, Huntleigh.

$875,000

18 PICARDY LANE, Ladue.

$1,395,000

25 WILLOW HILL ROAD, Ladue.

LOT 1 OLD LADUE DRIVE, Ladue.

$795,000

709 MIDDLE POLO DRIVE, Clayton.

$1,370,000

9120 FOX ESTATES DRIVE, Sunset Hills.

8149 PERSHING AVENUE, Clayton.

$1,325,000

882 CABERNET LANE, St. Albans.

6352 ALEXANDER DRIVE, Clayton.

$1,300,000

THE CRESCENT, #500, Clayton.

$1,299,900

Open 11/11, 1-3 PM

OPEN HOUSES Sunday, November 4th 8 LONG MEADOWS LN., Town & Country. $2,220,000.

1-4 PM

1 EDGEWOOD ROAD, Ladue. $1,395,000.

1-3 PM

$465,000

512 PHEASANT RUN CIRCLE, Saint Albans.

$750,000

$444,800

11411 CONWAY ROAD, Westwood.

$695,000

16854 WESTGLEN FARMS, Wildwood.

$439,900

1 LITTLE LANE, Ladue.

$595,000

140 GREYCLIFF MANOR DRIVE, St. Louis County.

$414,900

1133 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$395,000

$449,000

37 CLERMONT LANE, Ladue.

$1,299,000

109 BALLAS COURT, Town & Country.

$399,000

1138 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$395,000

124 WORTHINGTON OAKS, Creve Coeur. $1,049,000. 1-3 PM

10 WASHINGTON TERRACE, CWE.

$1,275,000

2168 DARTMOUTH GATE COURT, Wildwood.

$379,000

548 NORTH MOSLEY ROAD, Creve Coeur.

$174,900

4 DEER CREEK WOODS, Ladue. $754,900.

1-3 PM

6 PORTLAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,249,000

2580 VIOLA GILL LANE, Wildwood.

$369,900 $320,000

7459 PARKDALE AVENUE, Clayton. $539,000.

1-3 PM

35 PICARDY LANE, Ladue.

$1,245,000

840 CABERNET LANE, St. Albans.

9120 FOX ESTATES DRIVE, Sunset Hills. $449,000.

1-3 PM

2509 GREENBRIAR RIDGE, Des Peres.

$1,149,000

57 WAVERTON DRIVE, Ladue.

$319,000

2168 DARTMOUTH GATE CT., Wildwood. $379,000.

1-3 PM

12 DROMARA ROAD, Ladue.

$1,090,000

1112 PIERPOINT LANE, St. Charles.

$299,900

8337 STANFORD AVENUE, University City. $227,900. 1-3 PM

309 N. BEMISTON AVENUE, Old Town Clayton.

$1,050,000

10488 WOODFOREST DRIVE, Sunset Hills.

$299,900

1382 MOBILE COURT, St. Louis. $108,000.

124 WORTHINGTON OAKS, Creve Coeur.

$1,049,000

9373 PARKSIDE LANE, Brentwood.

$299,000

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CONTENTS EDITOR’S NOTE

SOCIETY A FEW MONTHS AGO, I WENT ON A ‘FIELD TRIP’ TO THE Holocaust Museum and Learning Center in Creve Coeur. While there, I was among the first to see the beginnings of its new interactive exhibit, Change Begins With Me, which opens to the public on Dec. 6. Central to the exhibition is a 65-inch touch screen that offers examples of hate, discrimination and ethnic conflict affecting our world today—lessons gleaned from the Holocaust that are somehow not yet learned. The stories also demonstrate how hate progresses from stereotype to prejudice to discrimination to violence to genocide.

I can’t think of a more enriching way to inform one’s self of the past—and to use that knowledge to influence change. With everyone so interconnected at an instant these days, being ‘just a bystander’ no longer applies when hate is staring us in the face.

Think about it: Change does indeed begin with you and me.

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ST. LOUIS SYMPHONY St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s fourth annual Red Velvet Ball gala opened with a full house at Powell Hall when the legendary Wynton Marsalis brought his astounding Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in for the St. Louis premiere of Marsalis’ own Swing Symphony.

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Nova Scotia is one of those places. LN travel writer Judith Crowell does some reconnaissance work, taking in a kaleidoscope of art, cultures and raw, breathtaking nature. And, yes, it will make you smile.

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ON OUR COVER: St. Louis Children’s Hospital Foundation’s fundraising event, Children’s Holiday Festival, will be 6 to 11 p.m. Dec. 8 at Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel. Festival funds support vital Children’s programs and services, including Healthy Kids Express, Joint Adventures Camp, music and art therapy, and patient and family education. For more information, call 286-0988 or visit stlchildrens.org/holidayfestival. STORY BEGINS ON PAGE 16.

Correction: On page 24 of our Oct. 26 issue, we misidentified Laura Bailey’s new position.

She is the VP of human resources at Butler’s Pantry.

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$138,000

10348 Tiffany Village (Mehlville).

$138,000

1509 Hedgeford Drive, #5 (Chesterfield).

$129,000

1521 Hedgeford Dr., #2 (Chesterfield).

$123,000

705 Interdrive, 2S (University City).

$121,500

32 Conway Cove (Chesterfield).

$119,000

1534 High School Drive (Brentwood).

$99,900

1112 Arbor Creek, 3C (Kirkwood).

$99,900

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$88,900

10439 Briarbend Dr., #7 (St. Louis Co.).

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Lots and Acreage 45 Trent Drive (Ladue).

13 Chipper Road (Frontenac).

$1,095,000 $549,900

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Ready Readers

MUSIC UNDER THE STARS WITH BRIAN OWENS

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Lynn Yearwood

EADY READERS, AN AWARDwinning nonprofit organization committed to inspiring a love of reading in pre-schoolers, recently held its annual fall fundraiser. Edwin and Lenore Pepper hosted the event at their home with entertainment provided by Brian Owens. Lynn Yearwood served as event chairperson.

DIANE’S SCOOP Lucille Jennings, married to Richard Jennings for 51 years, is beginning her ninth year as a volunteer reader and has been awarded the Volunteer of the Year award from Ready Readers…

Event chair Lynn Yearwood recently took a trip around the world on the Queen Elizabeth ship and ended the voyage by spending a week in Dubai!...Suzie Nall just returned from Azerbaijan, which used to be part of the Soviet Union. She is the international consultant for the country’s writing curriculum…Edwin and Lenore Pepper shared this story: When the two of them were high-school sweethearts, they used to ‘park’ in front of the house that is currently their home! They have been together ever since.

Talk about true love that was meant to be!

Lucille and Richard Jennings

Barbara Goodman, Harvey Citerman

Ryan Easley, Julie and Eric Ralph

Suzie Nall, Bob Barrett

Lisa Greening, Pat Simons

Lenore and Edwin Pepper

Dudley Grove, Ann Dillan, Jill Fivecoat

Donna Sondag, Peggy Symes, Anne von der Heydt

Susan and Paul Goldberg

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7759 Kingsbury Blvd, Clayton $599,000

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15 Benton Place, Lafayette Square $424,900

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

Pat Malloy Manager, Chesterfield 636-537-0300

Mary Coleman Relocation Director 636-733-5011

Laura Paperner Career Development 636-733-5008

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SOCIE T Y St. Louis Symphony

RED VELVET BALL SWINGS!

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T. LOUIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S fourth annual Red Velvet Ball gala opened with a full house at Powell Hall when the legendary Wynton Marsalis brought his astounding Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in for the St. Louis premiere of Marsalis’ own Swing Symphony. Among those in the crowd were Jazz St. Louis executive director Gene Dobbs Bradford, the CVC’s Kitty Ratcliffe, The Muny’s Denny Reagan, county executive Charlie Dooley, Peggy and Jerry Ritter, Rex and Jeanne Sinquefield, Marsha and Bill Rusnack, Judy and Harvey Harris, Carol and ambassador George Herbert Walker, and Hazel and Arnold Donald.

Dave and Thelma Steward served as co-chairs of the event, which raised $800,000. For photos of the Symphony’s patron party leading up to the main event, visit laduenews.com.

More photos on page 65

BY DIANE ANDERSON

Thelma and Dave Steward

Peggy and Jerry Ritter, Marsha and Bill Rusnack

Arnold and Hazel Donald

Miran and David Halen

Timothy and Kara O’Leary

WOMEN’S FOUNDATION OF GREATER SAINT LOUIS Raising awareness and dollars to address issues impacting women and girls

Making a Difference: Women, Girls and the Media

Wednesday, November 28, 2012 5 pm at St. Louis Frontenac Hilton

featuring Academy Award-winning Actor and Advocate

Geena Davis $75 per adult

$40 for those 25 and under

To register online or for more information, visit the Women’s Foundation website: www.wfstl.org or call the Registration Hotline at 314-780-3956. Please RSVP no later than Tuesday, November 20, 2012.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Women’s Foundation and the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media

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SOCIE T Y Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairments

EYE FOR STYLE

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ESTBOROUGH Country Club held its Eye for Style luncheon a n d fa s h i o n s h o w recently to benefit children with visual impairments. Guests e n joye d a sea so n a l salad, followed by a white chocolate mousse with raspberry sauce for dessert, while fashion models showed off the latest styles for fall. The mission of the Delta Gamma Center is to help children who are blind or visually impaired reach their full potential through family-centered and specialized services and support. Betty Smith and Joann Clay served as co-chairs for the event.

Betty Smith, Joann Clay

Bonnie Moore, Kathy Rather, Sally Patton, Gayle Wienert

Katherine Weinstein, Liz Weinstein

Irmgard Becker, Jan Long

More photos on page 65

BY DIANE ANDERSON

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GEN. JAMES T. CONWAY GOLF OUTING

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HE COUNTRY CLUB AT THE Legends Club played host to the 8th Annual Missouri Friends of Injured Marines Gen. James T. Conway Golf Outing. The event benefited the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, which helps Marines, sailors and their families meet their financial needs during difficult times. A special guest this year was St. Louis native and 2008 CBC graduate Lance Cpl. Mark Meirink. Meirink was wounded in Afghanistan but refuses to let his prosthetic leg keep him from running and snowboarding.

Lt. Gen. John Wissler, Allen Allred, Lt. Gen. Dennis Hejlik

Rich Linkemer, Kit Lancaster, Scott Linkemer, Blake Leitch

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The Fabulous Fox Theatre

30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

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HIS YEAR MARKS THE 30TH anniversary of the rebirth of the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Since then, the Fox has welcomed 16.5 million people to more than 6,000 performances.

Longtime supporters and friends recently celebrated the milestone with Fox staffers and volunteers.

Guests were treated to a special performance of Traces, a circus acrobatic show produced by Fox Theatricals.

Tom Johnson, Mary Strauss, Miran Halen

Amanda Dubois, Larry McDonell, Cindy Vargo, Kristin Caskey

More photos on page 65

BY LYUBOV STRAUSS

Lisa Suntrup, Brigid McDaniel, Tom and Andrew Suntrup

Mary Beth Schmidt, Rose and Donald Partney

Innovations Q: When is sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis indicated in adults?

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Chronic sinusitis, also referred to as chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), is a disease estimated to affect 30 million Americans. While the exact cause of CRS is unknown, and is most likely multifactorial, the end result is inflammation of the lining of the nose and sinuses, leading to abnormalities in function. Symptoms may include nasal congestion, drainage from the nose or down the back of the throat, decreased sense of smell, and facial pressure.

In addition to these symptoms, people suffering from chronic sinusitis may be more prone to sinus infections than those who do not have CRS. The cause of CRS is still under investigation.

Diagnosis often involves a CT scan of the sinuses and an endoscopic exam of the inside of the nose by an ear, nose & throat (ENT) specialist. To be diagnosed with this condition, symptoms must be present for 12 or more consecutive weeks.

As no known cure for CRS currently exists, treatment is aimed at symptom relief and consists primarily of medical therapy. One such therapy

includes the prescribed use of steroid nasal sprays which act as first-line anti-inflammatories, treating the underlying swelling and relieving symptoms of congestion, pressure and drainage. Depending on the individual’s symptoms and exam, additional therapies may include nasal saltwater sprays and rinses, antibiotics, and steroid pills. Surgery is indicated only when appropriate medical therapy fails to control symptoms and improve the course of the disease.

For those whose symptoms are not relieved by medical therapy, functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) may be recommended. This treatment is commonly performed while the patient is under general anesthesia and involves small endoscopes being passed through the nose to visualize the openings to the sinuses. Surgery allows for the widening of the natural openings to the sinuses, thus improving drainage and function and allowing for better delivery of topical medications to help obtain better control of inflammation and flareups in the future.

CHARITIES & NONPROFITS

WERE YOU THERE WHEN ...

From left: The Art Institute of St. Louis campus director David Hofmann, director of cccounting Doloris Garry, associate dean of academic affairs Jill Olmstead, associate director of student financial services Erin Anderson, Education Management Corporation senior director of communications Mark Toth, EDMC V.P. – greenhouse operations Scott Hodges, and senior director of admissions Mika Heyl.

The Art Institute of St. Louis hosted its Show Me Art Grand Opening event. More than 100 people turned out to celebrate the new school’s grand opening, including State Rep. Chrissy Sommer, State Sen. Joe Keaveny and St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith.

Norbert Butz with a suit ready for donation to the National Suit Drive

A suit worn by St. Louis native and Broadway star Norbert Leo Butz was donated to the National Suit Drive. It’s the nation’s largest collection of gently used business attire for unemployed men in our area. The suit will benefit a man in need at the Worldwide Inventory Network and include a personal note from Butz.

Amy Suchanek and Jessica Ernest with Fredbird

The International Rett Syndrome Foundation raised $65,000 at its fifth annual St. Louis Strollathon. More than 500 participants, including 20 area girls and women who have the disorder, participated in the one-mile family-friendly stroll at Tilles Park. All proceeds funded Rett Syndrome research.

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Most Maryville Talks Books lectures are free admission and all are open to the public. Seating is first come first served.

Monday, November 12, 7 p.m.

Mark Bowden The Finish: The Killing of Osama bin Laden Lecture, Q&A and Book Signing Maryville University Auditorium Books will be available for purchase courtesy of Left Bank Books.

Wednesday, December 5, 7 p.m.

Jon Meacham Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power Lecture, Q&A and Book Signing Maryville University Auditorium * This is a ticketed event. $35 includes a pair of tickets and a hardcover copy of Thomas Jefferson.

Tickets may be purchased at brownpapertickets.com

Find us on Facebook “Maryville Talks Books” Visit www.maryville.edu/maryville-talks-books

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Oh, bring us a figgy pudding…’Tis almost here: LN’s HOLIDAY DESSERT RECIPE CONTEST! Our expert panel of food-testers is searching for the best holiday treat. The winner receives BAGELS FOR A YEAR from ST. LOUIS BREAD CO. Bring your favorite pie, cake or a batch of cookies (or other smaller treats) and the recipe on Monday, Nov. 19, between 8:30 a.m. and noon to our office, 8811 Ladue Road, Suite D. Come ready to be photographed, along with your creation. Winners will be announced in our Nov. 30 issue.

A portrait of GEORGE WASHINGTON that used to call St. Louis home now resides at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. Portrait of George Washington by artist William Clarke is dated 1800, and may have been painted as a memorial to the Founding Father.

It was donated by ELEANOR FOSTER of Chesterfield in honor of her late husband, CHARLES, who was a knowledgeable art collector. The painting previously was on long-term display at the Smithsonian and now has been incorporated into the Gallery’s extensive George Washington collection.

Score! Whitfield alum MARGARET ELLIS (’09), a senior on DePauw University’s field hockey team, has broken the university’s career goals record. The milestone took place in the DePauw Tigers’ 4-1 win over Kenyon College on Oct. 27, when Margaret scored her record-breaking 72nd goal. Later in the game, she earned her fifth hat trick of the season and 10th of her career.

WORD AROUND TOWN

A sad farewell to longtime Busch Stadium organist ERNIE HAYS, who passed away Oct. 31 at the age of 77. A St. Louis native, Mr. Hays began playing the piano at age 7. His career with the Cardinals began in 1971, when the team installed an organ in the stadium. He also played for the football Cardinals, the St. Louis Blues and the St. Louis Stars and Steamers soccer teams.

He retired from the Cardinals in 2010 after 40 seasons.

Congratulations to students and staff at ST. GERARD MAJELLA in Kirkwood. The school is $50,000 richer after being named a 2012 Champion in U.S. Cellular’s ‘Calling All Communities’ campaign. The nationwide contest awards money to deserving schools that garner the most online votes. We’re told that the school’s passionate parents rallied the community to help secure the votes.

A bison, a grizzly bear and a tall statue of Thomas Jefferson are just some of the discoveries along the way in a new children’s book about a journey to the top of the Gateway Arch. To the Top!, the latest from local author AMANDA DOYLE (with illustrations by TONY WATERS) follows Ella, her little brother, Jake, and their grandpa as they explore the monument and learn about its history.

The KIRKWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY’s ‘Letter from Santa’ program is in full swing. For a $6 donation to the Friends of the Kirkwood Public Library, Santa will write a personalized letter with the help of a pre-filled questionnaire that tells of the recipient’s favorite class or most recent accomplishment. For more information, call 831-5770 or email KPLFriends@ kirkwoodpubliclibrary. org. All requests must be received by Dec. 17.

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LIV ING ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

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VERY HOLIDAY SEASON, 9-YEAR-OLD Isaac Meadows proudly displays a Cardinalsthemed Christmas tree, custom-designed for him by St. Louis Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Isaac is one of many children who has received a personalized tree at the foundation’s Children’s Holiday Festival, developed in 2008 to increase awareness and raise funds for the hospital’s programs and services. This year’s event will take place Dec. 8 at Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel. The night filled with festive entertainment is always memorable for Isaac and his family. But his holidays were not always so bright.

As a baby, Isaac suffered from constant colds.

His mother, Lisa Meadows, who also is a nurse at Children’s, first attributed his illnesses to cold weather and a bustling day care center. But when his condition persisted and worsened, Isaac was referred to Children’s for further tests. During the winter of 2004 while still an infant, Isaac was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia.

From the first day of his diagnosis, hospital staff rallied around the Meadows family. “When

something like this happens, you’re in a fog and you have no time,” Lisa says. “My whole department would deliver me dinners every day to help my family and even come to my house to do bills.” The staff’s connection with her son also was immediate, she adds. “How they work with children is above the bar. This type of diagnosis is scary, especially for a child. They would ease his fears and make him comfortable.”

After three years of chemotherapy and five years of remission, Isaac is now considered cured. “Even now, I go out of my way to get his labs drawn at Children’s,” Lisa says. And her son still refers to Children’s as “his hospital.” “The staff is patient, understanding and committed to patients,” Lisa notes. “You cannot replace that.”

As a five-year cancer survivor, Isaac gladly gives back to the hospital that helped save his life. His involvement has included promoting the Children’s Holiday Festival at his school.

Through his experience, Lisa says her son has learned how important it is to give back. “You never know when your family could be in need.”

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“Melody” a Giuseppe Armani figurine at The Village Green

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FASHION & BEAUTY

November On Trend: Saddle Up Not so much a trend as a lifestyle, the equestrian look always is a classic for fall.

But what I love about this style now is that the individual pieces work so well with other non-equine items you own. Feel free to wear jodhpurs with your chunky knit, the tweedy, fur-trimmed blazer with your leather leggings or even a herringbone skirt with a sequined top! It’s always about mixing it up and creating your own look based on your fabulous personal style. (And a Gucci bag never hurts!)

BY KATIE YEADON

Plaid pant, $168, J.Crew

Ralph Lauren

Hat, $128, Kate Spade

dress, Alice & Olivia $350, Vie BB Dakota sweater, $120, Cha Boutique Gucci bag, $1,290, Neiman Marcus

Jodhpur, $155, J. McLaughlin

Vest, $345, J. McLaughlin

Hunter boot, $225, Neiman Marcus

Skirt, $138, J.Crew

Shirt, $88, J.Crew Ella Moss jacket, $249, Laurie Solet

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WHEN YOU THINK OF VALENTINO, YOU PROBABLY THINK of luxurious gowns worn by royalty, first ladies and Hollywood celebrities. But designers Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli are rocking the fashion world with a slightly more modern look. The studded styling on their latest shoe collection has everyone talking (or coveting!). A mix of ladylike and edgy, this bootie is THE shoe to own for fall for both new and veteran Valentino fans.

THE LATEST OF the seemingly never-ending improvements being made at Plaza Frontenac is in the contemp o ra ry d e pa r t ment at Neiman Marcus. Now known as CUSP, the department will have a more boutique feel and will be the d e s t i n a t i o n fo r the fashion-forward customer looking for the latest in contemporary apparel and accessories. “From the merchandise offering to the store vibe, CUSP has a distinctive look and attitude,” says specialty retail president Jim Gold. “CUSP is for fashion-savvy customers who prefer to curate an individual style by mixing and matching ready-to-wear and accessory collections and items across all price ranges. Our goal is to give our contemporary customer a fun, unique, modern and unexpected shopping experience.” The new CUSP is officially opening in January.

Valentino Rock Stud Bow Bootie, $1,495, available at Neiman Marcus

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FASHION & BEAUTY

Trunk Show Spotlight: Rungolee STYLISH, ECLECTIC AND IMPOSSIBLY CHIC ARE THE WORDS that best describe the Rungolee woman, according to designer Anjali Kamra. Born and raised in Calcutta, India, and a graduate of FIT, Anjali draws on her Indian roots to design the line. Her use of vibrant color, natural textiles and gorgeous beading draw women from Baltimore to West Palm Beach, to the Hamptons and LA. And the line is more than just clothing, the ‘Lanvin-inspired’ necklaces, beaded clutches and gorgeous earrings all are amazing accessories that complete any wardrobe. As for the inspiration for her fall line, Anjali says, “The colors of India, the intricate embroideries and sheer range of styles surprise and inspire me every time I’m there. I juxtaposed and contrasted several ideas — Baroque and intricate embroideries, with classic, easy shapes and silhouettes. I also focused on fresh and modern color combinations, like navy mixed with raspberry, and gray with parrot green.” And at realistic price points, Rungolee is the epitome of affordable luxury.

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UPCOMING TRUNK SHOWS:

• St. Louis – Thanksgiving Weekend (by private appointment, email anjali@rungolee.com)

• Friday, Dec. 14 (5 p.m. – 8 p.m.) & Saturday, Dec. 15 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

• Tuesday, Dec. 11 (12 p.m. — 6 p.m.)

Hosted by Cabanne Howard, Annie Schlafly & Reshma Chamberlin. Benefits Food Outreach.

& Wednesday, Dec. 12 (10 a.m. – 9 p.m.) Hosted by Susan Sherman For location details, email anjali@rungolee.com

‘All in One’ IF YOU’RE LIKE ME, YOU LOVE A LARGE BAG TO TOTE AROUND ALL OF YOUR THINGS but find you are constantly digging around it in frustration trying to locate your lip gloss or a pen.

That’s why I love this new bag by Gigi New York. Handcrafted full-grain embossed python leather and available in six yummy colors, the ‘all in one’ is the perfect pouch to slide in your favorite bag to store your smaller, harder-to-find items. It also works fabulously as a clutch. A must for the woman who has to go from day to night in snap. And for only an additional $15, you can have it monogrammed in gold foil — making this the perfect personalized gift for the holidays.

Gigi New York ‘all in one’ bag, $98, available at Ivy Hill.

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Located on the campus of Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, family practitioner Dr. Jennifer Wessels takes care of patients, from infants to older adults, with a focus on helping them live healthy lives. For more information, call 996-3430 or visit barnesjewishwestcounty.org.

for medical school, where she “realized that a lot of diseases could be prevented—from Type 2 diabetes to high blood pressure—by people keeping a good diet, maintaining a healthy weight and exercising.” Pursuing that realization, Wessels also became a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine while completing her medical degree. “I’m able to use that extra knowledge to consult with my patients and help them reach their health goals.”

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recent study by the Trust for America’s Health a n d t h e Ro b e r t Wo o d Johnson Foundation ranked Missouri as the 12th most obese state in the country.

It predicted that by 2030, 62 percent of Missourians will be obese. It is a shocking statistic, and an outcome that Dr. Jennifer Wessels is trying to help avoid through her efforts as a family practitioner at Barnes West Primary Care, part of the BJC Medical Group. “I get to take care of people from all walks of life, of all ages, and I work not only to overcome their current health problems, but also prevent them from occurring in the future,” she says.

Those efforts go beyond her regular medical practice as Wessels works with her patients to achieve healthy lifestyles.

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Breast Cancer Prevention

Your First Mammogram S

ome RITES of passage are more significant than others, and one of the most important for women is having their first mammogram.

Most physicians and several national medical organizations, including the American Cancer Society, recommend age 40 to begin having annual mammograms for women who are considered at average risk for breast cancer. Women who are high-risk, including those who have a strong family history of the disease and those who test positive for certain genetic mutations, may be advised to begin screening mammograms at an earlier age.

Although the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended in 2009 that women begin screening mammograms at age 50, most breast specialists remain convinced that women benefit from beginning mammography a decade earlier.

One of the reasons they cite is the importance of early detection. “When breast cancers are

diagnosed early, there is often the potential of not needing chemotherapy or being able to do a smaller lumpectomy with a better cosmetic outcome, rather than mastectomy or a wider lumpectomy that may be required for a larger tumor,” says Dr. Stephanie Schnepp, a breast surgeon and medical director of SSM Breast Care at St. Mary’s Health Center.

No matter how old you are when you have your first mammogram, knowing what to expect is helpful. “The first thing to do is to find a facility that does a lot of mammograms. These facilities often have both technologists and radiologists who specialize in mammography,” advises Dr. Catherine Appleton, a radiologist and chief of breast imaging with Washington University Physicians. “In addition, try to find a facility you can return to year after year, because we do a better job when we have the benefit of the comparison from year to year.” She also recommends avoiding mammograms right before or during your period, when breasts are more tender.

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BREAKTHROUGH, my brain tumor is gone, and I’m still here.

Tamara Ramage was never sick, until debilitating headaches brought her to Barnes-Jewish Hospital, where Washington University neurosurgeons discovered the cause – a brain tumor.Tamara was devastated. But she found hope in our iMRI suite.

With intraoperative MRI technology – a breakthrough that lets neurosurgeons scan the brain during surgery – her tumor was removed the first time, without harming healthy tissue.

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“Some reports quote up to 38 percent of women will die of cardiovascular disease, or more than 10 times that of breast cancer,” says Dr. Jeff Ciaramita, chief of cardiology at Mercy Clinic Heart and Vascular St. Louis.

Stroke is one of the many risks associated with cardiovascular disease, and one that women need to take seriously. More men than women have strokes each year, but more women than men

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die of stroke each year, Ciaramita notes. “This is says. “Data also has shown that additional risk likely due to differences in risk factors, includfactors for women, particularly those younger ing factors such as pregnancy, hypertension, than 65, may include history of migraine headhormones and hormonal therapy.” aches, use of oral contraceptive pills or hormone According to Dr. Angela Brown, a specialist replacement therapy, history of autoimmune in hypertension (blood diseases like diabetes pressure) manageor lupus, and clotting ment with Washington d i so rd e rs, s u c h a s a University Physicians previous history of clots a n d p re s i d e n t - e l e c t in the legs or more than of the American Heart one miscarriage.”

Association Greater St. Findings from a study Louis Division, a stroke of women age 45 and can happen to anyone at older suggest that mainany age. “But the risk is taining a healthy lifegreater for those age 55 style, which includes not and older. In addition, a smoking, moderate alcofamily history of stroke, hol consumption, regular African-American race, Dr. Jeff Ciaramita, chief of cardiology exercise, a healthy diet and prior stroke or TIA at Mercy Clinic Heart and Vascular St. Louis and body mass index of 25 ( t ra n s i e n t i s c h e m i c or less, is associated with attack) are risk factors that cannot be changed.” a significantly lower risk of the most common type However, women do have some control over of stroke. several important risk factors. These include “Every woman should take the time to discuss hypertension (the leading cause of stroke), with their physician all of the risk factors for stroke. In addition to leading a healthy, active smoking and high cholesterol. “For women, the risk appears to be higher particularly in those lifestyle, each woman should acknowledge their who smoke and use oral contraceptives,” Brown risk factors and be aggressive to treat them

“Knowledge — and the implementation of risk-factor reduction — is true power when it comes to strokerisk reduction.”

Stroke Symptoms Symptoms of stroke are the same for men and women. Signs of possible stroke include the sudden development of: • Drooping or numbness on one side of the face • Weakness or numbness in one arm or leg • Difficulty with speech (slurring, unable to speak, difficult to understand) • Confusion • Difficulty seeing in one or both eyes • Change in gait (difficulty walking, dizziness, loss of balance) • Severe headache.

If you or someone you know suddenly develops any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Fast treatment is key to improving the chances of a full recovery.

proactively,” Ciaramita says. “Knowledge — and the implementation of risk-factor reduction — is true power when it comes to stroke-risk reduction.”

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OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS

Early Detection Saves Lives

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ETH HUDSON AND HER SISTER, SUE, loved to do things together. But they never expected that they would sit side-by-side as chemotherapy dripped into their veins, both fighting ovarian cancer.

Sue was diagnosed first, in May 2006, and Beth quickly took on the role of caregiver as Sue battled the disease. “I took her to every chemo and spent the night with her when she was sick—I did everything with her,” Beth says. When Sue finished her initial round of treatment, she picked up a brochure about genetic screening and asked her doctor about it. With her family history, the doctor advised Sue to be screened.

Sue’s results showed a mutation in the BRCA1 gene, which significantly increases risk of breast and/or ovarian cancer. The discovery prompted Beth to get screened, and she, too, was found to have the mutation. A year after Sue’s diagnosis, Beth opted for a prophylactic hysterectomy in order to decrease her cancer risk. “I said, I’m 52 years old, I’m done having children, I’ve seen what

my sister’s gone through—I don’t want to deal with it,” she recalls.

“I went in 10 days later for my hysterectomy, and when they opened me up, the cancer was there,” Beth says. “I was stage 2B, which is very unusual because it’s usually not diagnosed until much later. My sister—at the same time—had a recurrence, so we went together, sat next to each other, and had chemo.”

Finding the cancer at an early stage may have saved Beth’s life. Sue died almost three years ago, but Beth is now cancer-free. “The drugs and my sister got me through it,” she says. “I feel I’ve beaten this disease, and I am blessed.”

Early detection is unusual because ovarian cancer often presents with very vague symptoms that are brushed aside. “More than 70 percent of ovarian cancer patients do not present until the disease is in an advanced stage. The symptoms are non-specific and many times are ignored, at first, by the patient and the physician,” says Dr. Nick Chobanian, director of gynecologic surgical oncology and gynecologic robotic surgical services at Mercy Hospital St. Louis.

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HPV VIRUS

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HERE ARE MORE THAN 100 TYPES of human papillomavirus (HPV), and most people—about 80 percent of the population—will be infected at some point in their life. In most cases, the virus is virtually harmless and is either cleared from the body or suppressed by the immune system.

However, about 30 strains of HPV can cause genital warts and cancers in both men and women.

“Two of the high-risk types, HPV 16 and 18, are responsible for about 70 percent of cervical cancer,” says Dr. Sharon Sung, an obstetrician/ gynecologist with Associates in Women’s Health Care at St. Luke’s Hospital. “Testing for HPV is usually done in combination with Pap smear screening. How HPV is managed depends on many factors, including a person’s age, her Pap smear results, how long she’s had HPV and what type of HPV she has.”

HPV is generally slow to develop, and most women who are exposed and have an abnormal Pap test result are able to fight off the virus and

have subsequently normal Pap tests, Sung says. “If the HPV infection and the abnormal Pap persists — or if the HPV virus leads to a precancerous abnormality — then women may need a minor surgical procedure to remove the part of the cervix affected by the HPV,” she notes.

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Cervarix. (Gardasil also protects against HPV types 6 and 11.) “Each vaccine is given in three separate doses, and both vaccines are more effective when you complete all three doses before you have sex for the first time,” says Dr. Sonali Jain, an obstetrician/gynecologist with Mercy Clinic Women’s Health Ladue. “It is recommended that it be given to all girls between the ages of 11 years and 12 years, but it can be given to girls as young as 9 years old. The vaccine also is recommended for all girls and young women aged 13 to 26 years who did not get it when they were younger.” Gardasil also may be given to boys between the ages of 9 and 18 to reduce the chance of getting genital warts, she adds.

“Because these vaccines do not protect against all types of the virus, having received the vaccination does not mean you cannot catch other types of the HPV virus,” Jain says. “Therefore, women who are vaccinated should still have regular cervical cancer screening.”

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Skin Deep

Q&A with Kate Somerville

The cold winter winds are coming! And while we always pull out our coats and scarves to protect our bodies, sometimes we forget to protect our skin, as well. We caught up with Kate Somerville, skin care expert to the stars, to talk about caring for your skin during the holidays and beyond.

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What are some changes women should make to their skin-care routine as winter approaches? It’s important to tweak your skincare regimen to balance the harsh temperatures and your skin’s confusion to the drastic changes in environment. Although you don’t necessarily need to throw away your current moisturizers, exfoliators, toners etc., you might need to add a few things. Look for lotions and creams that provide intensive moisture. Even in the colder weather, be sure to wear sunscreen every day.

For dry skin, sleep with a humidifier on, and add a few drops of essential oils to the water. Feed your skin with foods high in omega-3 and essential fatty acids, such as salmon and avocado, and limit caffeine. Hyaluronic acid is also an extremely important ingredient that keeps your skin hydrated. It is a substance found naturally in the human body that cushions and lubricates joints, eyes and heart valves.

The winter also is a great time to get peels or laser work done. It’s easier to avoid sun exposure post-treatment, and you can turn over any sun damage done during the warmer months.

With the upcoming holidays, do you have any tips to make sure your skin looks flawless? Exfoliate, hydrate and moisturize. You should exfoliate one to three times a week, depending on your skin.

Look for a product that contains both physical and chemical exfoliators, but avoid natural physical exfoliants like pits or seeds that can damage the skin. To hydrate the skin externally, look for products that contain hyaluronic acid—this ingredient can carry 1,000 times its weight in water and bind it to the skin. To hydrate internally, drink plenty of water and eat foods rich in fatty acids. Finally, moisturizing is vital to protecting and sealing in the hydration, and serves as a barrier for your skin.

The holidays are a stressful time—what are your ideas for looking and feeling relaxed and refreshed? Here are a few secrets that can easily be done at home.

• Hydration is key, especially if you’re travelling on an airplane.

• Use a self-tanner as a quick way to even out skin tone and give it an overall glow.

• Whiten your teeth for an instant face brightener.

• If a pimple appears—don’t pick it! Apply ice to reduce inflammation and redness and take an aspirin (an anti-inflammatory) to reduce swelling.

• NEVER try a new procedure—treatment or product before the big occasion you don’t know how your skin will react.

What recommendations would you make for someone looking to reverse or prevent signs of aging? Here are a few tips I always recommend to my clients to prevent aging before it starts: • Wear sunscreen! External protection is the most important element for healthy skin because UV exposure results in skin aging

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YOUR WELL-WOMAN EXAM

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N AUGUST 2012, THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OBSTETRICIANS and Gynecologists (ACOG) issued a formal opinion: The annual health assessment (annual examination) is a fundamental part of medical care and is valuable in promoting prevention practices, recognizing risk factors for disease, identifying medical problems and establishing the clinician-patient relationship. In other words, don’t skip your annual well-woman exam.

“Currently, ACOG recommends that the first visit to the ob/gyn take place between the ages of 13 and 15 years,” says Dr. Laura Pignotti, a physician with West County OB/GYN Specialists. “This visit is mainly to establish preventive services and guidance and focuses on patient education.

Beginning at age 21, pelvic exams should become part of the annual visit, according to ACOG guidelines. Pap tests should be performed every three years for women in their 20s and paired with an HPV test every five years for women 30 and older.

During the well-woman exam, patients have an opportunity to bring up any concerns or questions, and physicians want them to do so. “She should be asking about the screening tests she needs: when she needs a Pap test and how often, when to have a mammogram, colonoscopy, bone-density test and any blood work that may be needed,” says Dr. Leslie McCloskey, a SLUCare gynecologist. “One more thing: Bring up any gynecologic issue that is bothering you. It will likely require another appointment to address it; but that way, you don’t plan to return in a year and have this issue unaddressed.”

Dr. J. Lindsay Reed, a physician with SSM Medical Group Ob/ Gyn—Serenity, recommends that women also discuss any plans or anticipated changes that will affect their health care. “If you are planning a pregnancy, you should convey this information to your physician so that she can offer preconception counseling to optimize your health before you conceive,” she says. “If you are experiencing hot flashes, discuss the various treatments for menopausal symptoms so that you are aware of your options.”

Physicians also advise patients to bring a list of current medications and supplements and be prepared to answer detailed questions about family medical history. Pignotti sums up: “Women should go into their annual exams with a clear understanding of their own medical and family history, as well as any concerns they have in order to fully optimize the time spent with their physician. This way, we, as physicians, may assist our patients most thoroughly and to the greatest extent to provide them with the best care possible.”

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Strengthening the Core

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strong core does far more than make you look good. The core, or abdominal, muscles are crucial for supporting the back and spine, especially as we age. Stability, balance, flexibility and strength of movement also depends, in large part, on strong abs. Since the core is so important to maintaining healthy musculoskeletal alignment and pain-free movement, we asked several local experts to offer their perspectives on building a strong core.

Alison Allman, a certified health fitness specialist with Wellbridge Athletic Club and Spa, recommends imagining the core as a barrel that includes the back, sides and front of the torso. “Variety is key,” she notes. “Rather than 100 ‘crunches,’ do four abdominal exercises of 15 to 20 reps.”

Exercises that challenge balance, such as working on wobble boards or standing on one leg, also challenge the core, working those muscles to stabilize the body, Allman says. And she stresses that you cannot ‘spot-reduce’ to get that stomach flat. “Overall weight loss will promote the loss of belly fat, which will, in turn, reveal those strong abdominal muscles.”

Dale Huff, owner of Nutriformance, agrees that a multi-part approach is best when seeking to whittle the waist. “Several research studies tout the benefit of a high-protein and high-dairy diet to target abdominal fat and total body fat,” he says.

“Incorporating soluble fiber and safflower oil into your daily diet can not only help reduce midsection fat, it can also reduce insulin resistance and promote healthy cholesterol levels.”

When it comes to working out, Huff emphasizes the importance of cardiovascular exercise.

“Basic cardiovascular training is great for targeting abdominal fat that lies deep inside the abdominal cavity,” he says. “This is great news for those who are striving to improve fitness. As long as you can build up to 30 or more minutes several times week of moderate cardiovascular activity, you can burn abdominal fat.”

Yet Huff also promotes metabolic training, a type of exercise that focuses on working large muscle groups at high intensity. Because the muscles require increased oxygen during recovery from metabolic training, more calories are burned in the hours following a workout.

“Cardiovascular exercise doesn’t require the post-workout extra caloric burn that is required of metabolic training, giving it the advantage over traditional cardiovascular exercise,” he says.

“Because of the multi-joint movement patterns, there’s no need to do a bunch of core-focused floor exercises. The core is busy stabilizing, providing energy transfer (from the ground to

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the upper body, for example), resisting rotation, flexing, extending, etc.”

Anne Thomasson, owner of Body Fusion & The Movement Center, specializes in the Gyrotonic workout method, which she says is both core strengthening and stabilizing. “The energy moves from your core outward, so you engage your core differently than any other system out there. You focus on spinal alignment and allow the body to rotate in every possible direction,” she explains.

“It’s the best thing I’ve found, and I’ve tried it all, including yoga and Pilates.”

Craig Marcacci, a personal trainer and owner of CM Fitness, also focuses on the core’s role in proper body alignment. “Weak abs create a pelvic tilt that is a misalignment, by definition,” he says. “If your lower back is tight, that creates a forward pelvic tilt, which impinges the lower back.” Knees, ankles and shoulders also suffer from the misalignment created by a weak core.

Both strengthening and stretching are important to correcting musculoskeletal misalignment and improving overall health, he adds.

Whatever modality you choose, working with a professional to improve core strength can have remarkably positive results for both your appearance and your ability to move through life with ease.

“Cardiovascular exercise doesn’t require the postworkout extra caloric burn that is required of metabolic training, giving it the advantage over traditional cardiovascular exercise.”

Dale Huff, owner of Nutriformance

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4. All-natural HERBARIA soaps are locally made on The Hill, and feature one-of-a-kind fragrances like Balsam Fir & Juniper—perfect for winter with sweet almond and balsam fir essential oils; and Tomato Surprise, ideal for keeping your complexion velvety smooth. $6 each, available at Herbaria or herbariasoap.com.

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Barbara Wulfing Listing Agent 314.277.3285

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1000-1004 Weidman Road I Town & Country Equestrian property consisting of 8+ acres includes a main house, guest/caretaker house, 6 stall barn, tack room, tractor shed, fenced pastures all within 200 feet of the Queeny Park riding trails. This unique property consists of an historic two-story stone cottage with 3,840 square feet which was significantly renovated in 1996 and honored with a Homer Award. A long driveway leads to the charming main house featuring five bedrooms and 3.5 baths. A first floor master suite and many

historic architectural details are included. A wrap-around deck overlooks woods and pastures. Full walk-out basement could be finished. The addition makes the home extremely comfortable and livable for today’s lifestyle. Also included are a 5-car garage and main floor utility room. The three bedroom guest house needs some updating and includes an entry hall, living room with stone fireplace, dining room, kitchen, office/nursery and utility room. Offered at $1,795,000. Main home plus 1.68 acres available separately at $795,000.

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Nestled under a canopy of trees and beautifully situated on a gorgeous lot, discover a Beverly Nelson designed residence that speaks to today’s discerning buyer. Fresh updates and designer finishes have been artfully integrated with distinctive architectural details, high-profile millwork and light-infused living spaces to offer luxury living with a perfect three bedroom scale. Impressive features include the elegant entry featuring historic reclaimed marble, a chef’s kitchen with slate floors, granite counters and custom cabinets, a cozy hearth room with built-in bookcases and window seat, a George V octagonal dining room, luxurious main floor master suite with updated bath plus two bedrooms and an updated bath upstairs. French doors in every room on the back of the house open to the dramatic stone terrace which is beautifully accented with a stone balustrade.

This spacious villa is located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Soaring vaulted ceiling and skylights enhance the light, bright interior.

Eat-in kitchen. First floor laundry room. Living room with fireplace and French doors leading to outside deck space. Master and guest bedroom on main level. The partially finished lower level is ideal for entertaining and includes a large family room with built-in bookcases, wet bar an additional bedroom and full bath. Two-car garage.

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PHOTOS BY COLLEEN DOHERTY

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LANCY’S IRISH PUB WENT TO THE DOGS AS THREE DOG Bakery held this year’s last Dogs’ Night Out on the patio at the restaurant. The canine diners enjoyed a ‘yappetizer’ of ‘Paw’tite Pies and BBQ rrrRibs, followed by an entree of Muttigan Stew, and for dessert, Shamrock Cake topped with ‘Paw’ley’s Irish Crème Dream. Some 30 dogs of all sizes came out, accompanied by their human escorts, to enjoy a meal on the patio in the beautiful fall weather.

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OTHING SAYS HOW NICE TO SEE YOU! OR THANKS FOR A GREAT WEEKEND AT THE COUNTRY HOUSE! BETTER THAN A THOUGHTFULLY selected gift. But what to give to the hostess who already has the mostess? Not to worry. We’ve come up with a selection of home décor items sure to please the most discerning recipient.

Crane stationery, available through The Service Bureau.

Michael Aram collection, available at Macy’s.

Pewter bowl from Match 1995, available through Mary Tuttle’s.

Harrison Howard print, available through Sallie Home.

MacKenzie-Childs table dècor, available through Neiman Marcus.

Mercury-glass pumpkin, available through Pottery Barn.

Hand-crafted iron crosses by Jan Barboglio, available through Joy Tribout Interiors.

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home join other merchants on Clayton Row (the area on Clayton Road just west of Hanley), to kick off the holiday season with the annual Champagne Stroll, Nov. 18, from noon until 5 p.m. We asked owner Resito Pescon to provide a preview of what’s in store.

What are you doing in the way of holiday décor this year? We continue to use magnolia, seeded eucalyptus leaves and pine cones—they’ve become classics for Twigs & Moss. But by far, the most popular holiday items for us are the twig spheres with lights. The grapevine spheres with white lights look wonderful on planters in front of any home during the holiday season.

Belgian grandmother used as a table to hold a collection of vintage French transferware. It’s not about an old milk bucket from a resale shop that you’re using as an umbrella holder. And although reclaimed items have been popular for a while now (how many times have you seen a railroad cart used as a coffee table?), this trend remains strong, especially when the reclaimed item has a real history behind it.

What’s the secret to your artful arrangements?

I keep them very simple: one, two, maybe three components at most. The end result is clean and confident with great visual impact.

Resito Pescon, Twigs & Moss owner

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favorite St. Louis resource for gifts and artful arrangements of preserved and artificial botanicals, Twigs & Moss is gearing up for a robust holiday season. The retailer will

Is there anything you avoid? I try never to use artificial botanicals pretending to be the real thing.

The emphasis is on the design itself and the goal is not to fool anyone, but to create something that’s pleasant to look at.

What are the top design trends in your business right now? Vintage touches that provide warmth and a sense of history to a setting are strong.

However, the look needs to be authentic, not just old. Picture a wooden sideboard inherited from your

Windsor Smith

Tobi Fairley

RIGHT: Pescon popularized grapevine balls entwined with tiny white lights as the new classic in holiday décor; an example of the Twigs & Moss aesthetic.

Tamara Kaye-Honey

How to Hire a Famous Designer

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ow many times have you fallen in love with a room on the pages of a magazine and wished you could hire the talent to design your home? Well, now you can. A growing number of high-profile designers are making it easy to connect with them via D-I-Y (do-it-yourself) online design services. The major benefit: confidence in doing business with a prestige brand that has a track record of happy clients. The downside: You need to be able to measure very accurately because they aren’t going to do it for you!

If your tastes lean toward clean, graphic looks, you may be interested in working with Tobi Fairley, whose signature style combines colorful, large-scale prints

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with classic furniture styles. Fairley’s design work has been featured on HGTV and on covers of House Beautiful and Traditional Home, which named her one of the Top 20 Young Designers in America. You can connect with Fairley through inboxinteriors.com Younger clients with more eclectic tastes may want to check out the work of Tamara KayeHoney, the Pasadena, Calif.-based designer and owner of House of Honey, which specializes in what she calls ‘new vintage’ style. You can get a taste of her chic, playful interiors and furniture designs, which have been featured in Traditional Home and 1st Dibs, at houseofhoney.com.

But if you want to really aim high, then the one

to call—errr, email—is Windsor Smith, the design talent behind wsroominabox.com What’s so special about Smith? Suffice to say that Veranda named its 2011 show house, The House of Windsor, after her. If you love old-school design, i.e. your idea of chic is an old library where men with names like Howard, Bing and Spencer sat in cashmere sweaters and contemplated the 13th hole on the Bel Air golf course, Windsor’s the designer for you.

According to Smith, “I am drawn to a simple, but elegant time when the women were so legendary that surnames weren’t necessary...” But even if your first name isn’t Slim, Babe or Coco, Smith will design a room just for you.

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CI Select’s New Showroom

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I SELECT RECENTLY CELEBRATED THE grand opening of its new 17,000-squarefoot, to-the-trade showroom on Westline Industrial Drive in Maryland Heights. The new facility has a modern, open layout, showcasing the latest furniture, flooring and technology products. The space also more accurately reflects what the company does on a daily basis, which is help designers and their corporate clients define, design and deliver workspace solutions.

CI Select has been in business since 1985 and employs a staff of 65. During the past 27 years, the company has seen a number of different office design trends come and go. The biggest influences on work space design today? Topping the list are increased real estate costs, resulting in smaller work spaces, which have decreased from an average of 8x8-foot to 6x8-foot or even 6x6-foot, according to CI Select principal Claire Erker. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system for the design, construction and operation of high-performance green building also has had a big impact on office design. For example, we were surprised to learn that the corner executive

office is becoming a relic of the past. The newest trend is to move executive offices to the center of the facility or eliminate them altogether to accommodate more employee work spaces on the

Stopper Toppers

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OES YOUR BATHROOM SINK NEED a little pick-me-up? Look no further than Bathroom Bling Stopper Toppers—decorative, waterproof and interchangeable disc-shaped laminates for sink stoppers. St. Louisan Ann Brannan came up with the idea for the decorative laminates 15 years ago as an MBA student, after moving back to the States following a five-year stint as an executive with CocaCola International.

Bathroom Bling Stopper Toppers come in 150 different designs, including monograms, sports, holiday, animal prints and kid’s themes, and make great stocking-stuffers and party favors. In addition to their decorative potential, they’re a great way to show support for

a cause or promote a brand.

“The ‘Let’s Brush’ and ‘Pink Ribbon’ designs are examples of how we are targeting companies (pediatric dentists) and nonprofits (breast cancer research),” Brannan says.

Speaking of nonprofits, Brannan says she is most proud of her partnership with Lafayette Industries, a St. Louis sheltered workshop that employs handicapped and special-needs adults, as well as handles Stopper Topper packaging and shipping.

Brannan says she is thrilled to support the workshop’s mission, which is to provide meaningful, productive and long-lasting careers in the packaging industry to adults with developmental disabilities.

building perimeter so they have the benefits of natural daylight. Erker says there also is a trend to lower the height of cubicle panels to encourage collaboration among employees.

MKS Designs Debuts in Des Peres

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KS Designs Inc. has opened a store at 11684 Manchester Rd. in Des Peres.

The new location follows the closure of the MKS Designs boutique in the Lamp and Lantern shopping center, where for the past nine years, Mary Stieven operated a 2,800-squarefoot shop. Stieven has downsized at the new space to showcase home accents and accessories, most notably preserved and artificial botanicals— perfect for freshening up interiors.

Stieven and her daughter, Maggie, also are offering design services at the new location.

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“You get more for your money here than the other places I looked at. At first I thought The Gatesworth was too fancy for me, but after visiting I saw it with different eyes. It is such a pleasure to live here.” ~ Resident Kathryn Stinson

Affordability, Value & Choice with No Entry Fee At The Gatesworth, our apartment and service packages are customized to fit our Residents ~ not the other way around. We are proud to offer affordable and newly renovated one and two bedroom apartment residences. We will help coordinate your move and discuss modifications or enhancements to make your new residence feel like home. All of our best-in-class programs and services are “unbundled” so you can choose what best fits your needs. There are no entry fees, so you are free to invest your money however you choose.

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CIRCLE DRIVE LEADS TO A traditional-style brick home that has been elegantly updated and features a walk-out lower level, pool and gazebo. Situated on a private acre that backs to woods in Ladue School District, the home offers a center-hall floor plan with more than 9,000 square feet of living space. A gourmet kitchen with top-of-theline appliances and custom cabinetry adjoins to a two-story great room with a fireplace, wall of windows and built-ins. The main-level master suite has a luxury Jacuzzi bath with separate dualhead shower, double vanity and two walk-in closets. Design aesthetics include coffered ceilings, special millwork, wood floors, bay windows and pocket doors.

BY ELIZABETH SCHMITT

A story-and-a-half home in Frontenac with 12 rooms, 6 bedrooms and 7 baths is listed for $2.199 million.

PHOTOS BY STEVEN B. SMITH

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stablished in 1604 as the first European settlement in Canada, its first 80 years were marked by battles with the English, Scottish, Dutch and French, who all fought for possession of this beautiful island. Fishery—a hard life—was the pillar of the economy for centuries until the mid-1990s, when overfishing wrought a sharp decline in the industry.

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hosting more than 100 productions annually, with Titanic its most famous.

Halifax, the capital of the province, is the perfect anchor city for exploring Nova Scotia; and The Prince George Hotel, located midway up the hilly downtown area, is the perfect place to stay. Main attractions in Halifax include: the Citadel, a star-shaped fortress from the early 1800s, where kilted, bagpipe-playing 78th Highlanders escort you around this naval stronghold; the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, where beloved Canadian folk artist Maud Lewis’

teeny, tiny house—covered with her vivid paintings of birds, flowers and butterflies—resides; the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic for fascinating seafaring history; the Old Town Clock; and the historic Properties Wharf. Ask any local for directions and you’ll get a one-word reply, “Uphill.” For flatter terrain, wander the waterfront, taking in local eateries Red Stag Tavern, The Five Fishermen and MacAskill’s, to name a few. Gio’s in The Prince George Hotel is an epicurean delight; and The Press Gang Restaurant & Oyster Bar, with its 18th century

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Rent a car for an hour-long drive down the coast to the historic seacoast towns of Chester, Mahone Bay and Lunenburg. Chester, a sailing paradise, is one of the loveliest summer spots we’ve ever seen. A few B&B’s are available, but since you won’t want to leave once you arrive, contact Tradewinds Realty for summer rentals or, even better, purchases. Grab a bite of lunch at The Kiwi Cafe and mosey on down to Mahone Bay, where you will find more B&B’s, if you

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or 33 years, Dr. Alan Kretchmar of Town & Country was a local ophthalmologist. He and his wife, Karen, built a home, raised a family and retired here; but for many years, Kretchmar was thinking about reviving an adventure that began decades earlier.

I n 1 97 1 , K re tc h m a r h a d j u s t finished his undergraduate work at Washington University and wanted to spend some time in Europe before starting medical school at Saint Louis University. On the plane trip, he decided to tour the country by bicycle. He bought a used bike in Amsterdam, strapped on a duffel bag and set off for Germany. He fell in love with cycling and returned to Europe many times in the years that followed.

Between 2001 and 2007, the Kretchmars made four cycling trips to France, with the ultimate goal of riding across the entire country. It wasn’t until after they finished the last leg of their journey when he decided their exploits might make a good book.

It took him several years to put it all down on paper, but today, A Leisurely Ride Across France is on sale at bookstores and on Amazon. com. Kretchmar will be signing books Nov. 12 at Provence Boutique in Ladue. He recently spent some time reflecting on his experiences with LN columnist Paul Brown.

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own. We didn’t go with a touring company, we bought our bikes and got them fixed and repaired on our own. We found places to stay as we rode along and ordered food—even though we didn’t speak French. We learned little by little each time we went about how to make things easier.

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What was the single best experience you had?

We were in a town called Crevecoeur-le-Grande.

It was a wet day and we pulled into the town, looking for a restaurant. We stopped in front of a doctor’s office; and the doctor came out, but he didn’t speak English well. He led us to a pizza place around the corner, we thanked him and he left. But two minutes later, he came back and he motioned for us to follow him. I thought he was thinking of a better restaurant, but we walked across the town and he brought us to his house. He and his wife, who taught English, invited us in for lunch. We must have had four courses of food! We ended up in the living room with his children, having coffee and chocolates. It was a wonderful experience.

What was the biggest challenge: the cycling or writing the book? Writing the book was a lot more challenging. Bicycling is wonderful, we love doing that. It took a lot of thought and perseverance to get myself to sit down and write out everything from my notes, receipts and brochures from all the trips.

What surprised you the most about writing the book? The fact that I actually did it surprised me the most. Another surprising thing is some of the nice comments I’m getting from people who read the book. They actually enjoyed it and can relate to experiences they’ve had or their friends have had.

Is the book a how-to guide? It’s not; it’s for people who like to bicycle and travel—those are the ones who would find the book most interesting.

Did you have anyone help you get ready for your trips? They were completely done on our

Do you plan to write any more books about cycling? I don’t think I could do it again, but we have lots of plans to continue biking. We’ve taken three trips since then: We’ve gone back to Amsterdam, and Hamburg to Copenhagen, and to the coast of Sweden. Hopefully next year, we’ll go to Stockholm or Helsinki.

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Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson are reunited and better than ever after Stewart’s indiscretion with her Snow White and the Huntsman director. The pair were joined at the hip and laughing it up in their first post-scandal interview to promote Breaking Dawn. When the interviewer questioned how they could be so upbeat after such a rocky patch, they spoke through their grins: $40 million and we only have to make out in public for, like, two more weeks.

STAR WARS Word on the street is that George Lucas has given the green light to episodes VII, VIII and IX. Mark Hamill, a.k.a. Luke Skywalker, said in an interview recently that Lucas took him to lunch last week with Carrie Fisher, so they would be the first to know the exciting news. Well, the four kids in Vader costumes camped out in front of the cineplex box office are suddenly making sense.

AMANDA BYNES The free-falling actress has found herself in yet another quandary. After a laundry list of moving violations and alleged DUIs, the former child star is being sued by an L.A. tanning salon after she allegedly spent the afternoon walking around the establishment in nothing but her tanning goggles. Bynes denies the story, claiming she is rich and famous and would never need to garner attention like that. Why does the expression, Who cares what they’re saying as long as they’re talking? leap to mind?

JWOW The Jersey Shore reality star and notorious party girl spoke out last week about hurricane Sandy and the devastation the megastorm caused on the East Coast. I mean, you can imagine her shock at seeing her summer playground ravaged. Sure, at first, she thought she blacked out while The Situation and his friends had a particularly wild night, but eventually she figured it out.

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ELL, THERE WAS AN incident. God knows I don’t get out much.

Most nights, I’m in bed before Madonna takes the stage. So when a girlfriend called last week to tell me a friend of ours was in town from Vail and asked if I would like to meet them for a quick drink, I jumped at the chance. We met at a local place at 5:30 and began our reunion. Six-thirty turned into 7:30, and 7:30 turned into 8:30. Laughter and cocktails—it was a classic girls’ night, with one small problem…

We sat at the table with our children’s to-go dinners congealing in their white plastic bags as the waiter delivered some complimentary calamari and we begrudgingly (ha) ordered another round.

It was turning into one of those nights: the stars align and you end up in a room at the Four Seasons, or hitting a jackpot on a slot machine. That’s what I was thinking anyway…and that’s when the phone calls started. Apparently, I have children and homework—and obligations.

As phone after phone buzzed around the table with the signature ringtone for each child, we dove into appetizers and pretended fairly convincingly that we were 20-something singles without a care—or a kid—in the world. And if we were going to shirk our maternal responsibilities,

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TANGENTIAL THINKER we were going to do it with a bang. When 10 o’clock rolled around, it happened. I looked down at my phone and saw the following text from Whiny: Thank you for the betrayal and for taking such good care of us.

Well, you can just imagine how I felt—ashamed, inadequate. I had left two teenagers and an 11-year-old home to fend for themselves while I took a break. The nerve. Of course, just then, my friend sitting next to me glanced at my phone and saw the text. I had never seen an actual spit-take before that. When I finally got home, everyone was in bed and sound asleep. They had left some dishes out as proof that they had had to manage for themselves—poor things. I will pay for my betrayal in the coming weeks. I will dedicate myself to checking Social Studies notes and making homecooked meals; and when I ask myself if I would ever be so neglectful again, the answer is obvious: in a heartbeat.

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THEATER REVIEW

Wreck-it Ralph

ARCADE ACTION

Moonlight and Magnolias

RATING: 7 out of 10

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Flight

IN FLIGHT MOVIE RATING: 7 out of 10

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IRST OF ALL LET ME just say if you are a nervous flier, you might want to steer clear of this film. It’s a compliment to the special effects team, but the opening crash sequence is heart-stopping. However, if you feel you can withstand a nosedive shot from the cockpit of a commercial airliner, this happens to be a gripping and brilliantly acted film.

Whip Whitaker (Denzel Washington) is a great pilot, in fact he is an exceptional pilot—he is also an addict. So when he wakes up on a normal morning after a normal night of partying with his favorite flight attendant Trina (Nadine Velazquez), he has a quick drink and a line of cocaine to normalize before his flight. This flight, however, is anything but normal. Almost immediately, there is a major mechanical failure and the plane is falling out of the sky. Whip never loses composure and using some wildly unconventional tactics lands the plane with minimal casualties.

So you can see the problem. Whip does what almost no pilot drunk or sober could do, yet nevertheless, he was drunk. He was piloting a passenger plane drunk and he’s a hero. So we find ourselves on the horns of a dilemma.

First and foremost, this is a film about addiction. Whip is an alcoholic, and not a gimlets-after-golf alcoholic. He is a lying, obnoxious, entitled drunk. In the end, what seems to be the best outcome and what would actually be the best outcome are two very different things.

David Selznick, boy-wonder movie producer in Hollywood, is hyperventilating about his latest project: the screen adaptation of Margaret Mitchell’s blockbuster novel, Gone with the Wind.

So, here in 1939, he pulls acclaimed director Victor Fleming off the set of a movie project titled The Wizard of Oz, and calls up his go-to writer, Ben Hecht; telling them he needs their help to rewrite the screenplay for Mitchell’s opus in five days.

HIGHLIGHTS For devotees of the silver-screen classic and the book, DLP executive producer Kim Furlow has festooned the theater lobby with memorabilia and chotchke pertaining to the flick, courtesy of actress and GWTW aficionado Anna Blair.

As for the comedy itself, it’s surprisingly good, even for someone who’s never been able to sit through a showing of the famed flick.

Playwright Ron Hutchinson sprinkles amusing and interesting anecdotes about Old Hollywood throughout the two acts, which help overcome his penchant for exaggeration and tedious repetition at times. Still, director Jason Cannon and his cast mostly succeed in providing a bounty of laughs with their pratfalls, slapstick and goofiness carried off with precision and accomplished aplomb.

Delightful chemistry between the four performers helps make the Dramatic License Production effective and efficient in less than two hours, including intermission. Cannon elicits fine work by his players, keeping them on cue within the accelerating anarchy in Selznick’s office, although it takes a while to warm up to Dean Christopher’s muted portrayal of Hecht. No such subtlety in the characters developed by David Cooperstein as Selznick, Kent Coffel as Fleming and Maggie Murphy as Miss Poppenguhl. Both Cooperstein and Coffel are accomplished comedians who know how to milk a scene or situation, and they attack their roles with calibrated abandon. And Murphy is a hoot as Selznick’s efficient and properly diligent secretary.

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If you’ve ever wondered how Beverly Hills got its name, or if you’re just looking for a mindless two hours of silly slapstick, check out Moonlight and Magnolias. You won’t be disappointed.

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I WILL BE BRIEF. DO YOU: • Have a child or grandchild younger than 12?

• know how to play Mario Kart?

• fondly remember Pong?

• know what the initials C.O.D. stand for? And if you said ‘Cash on Delivery,’ stop reading now.

•recall arguing the virtues of Atari vs. Nintendo?

If you answered yes to two or more of these queries—or just question No. 1—go see this movie.

Wreck-It Ralph (John C. Reilly) is a video-game villain and he’s sick of it. After decades of being the bad guy, he decides to take off into the arcade and find a video game where he can be the hero of the story. If you’re thinking that sounds incredibly—oh, what’s the word—um, stupid, you would be right.

However, it also is a witty and lighthearted look at the video games that most of us remember fondly. All in all, it’s a sweet animated adventure with heart.

RATING: A 4 on a scale of 1-to-5.

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

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spicybits Big congrats go out to Robust in Webster Groves and Copia Restaurant And Wine Garden downtown. The two vino-centric eateries made Open Table’s Diners’ Choice 2012 Most Notable Wine List Top 100. Way to represent the Lou! Hank’s Cheesecakes, that venerable dessert purveyor, is turning 25 this month.

As a thank-you, anyone who comes in during the week of Nov. 12 to Nov. 17 will receive a free slice of cheesecake.

The Plum Women’s Group will hold a cookie demo and book signing on Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at L’Ecole Culinaire. Author and pastry chef JULIA USHER will demonstrate her cookie-decorating skills, as well as sell and sign copies of her new cookbook. Tickets are $25 for Plum Group members, and $45 for non-members. Email info@theplumswomensgroup.com for details.

We mentioned a while ago that Balaban’s Wine Cellar & Tapas Bar had expanded its space. Now, the establishment is bolstering its staff, as well. Balaban’s recently hired D. SCOTT PHILLIPS to be the new catering and banquet chef. Phillips is hardly a newcomer to the St. Louis dining scene: He worked as executive chef and kitchen manager at Provisions Gourmet Market for eight years.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Where Steak Reigns Supreme

Happy birthday to the St. Louis Bread Company café at Plaza Frontenac, which just marked its first year in business.

ST. LOUIS IS LUCKY TO HAVE SOME FINE steakhouses, and some of the best are actually chains, putting a dent in the myth that large restaurant groups are not about quality. One of the best around is Fleming’s, which combines an elegant interior with attentive service and some of the best steaks around.

The Fleming’s space had the low light and dark wood associated with the steakhouse experience, but also had an open kitchen that gave the interior a dynamic feel. The only thing that took away a bit from the upscale vibe was the parade of classic rock hits playing over the sound system. No offense to Tom Petty or Collective Soul, but their tunes don’t exactly make us want to eat fine steaks.

The folks at Fleming’s are as serious about wine as they are about beef. In addition to its large selection, the restaurant offered a ‘Wine Pad’ — an iPad that contained all of the wine selections on-hand, plus functions that allow the customer to get detailed tasting notes and pairing recommendations. We found it extremely easy to navigate and it really added to the dining experience.

Plus, it was just fun to play with!

This night was all about the meat, starting with the appetizer, the Tenderloin Carpaccio ($15), which we paired via the Wine Pad with a glass of Pascual Toso Malbec ($10) and a sturdy Old Fashioned ($11) made with Makers Mark. The thin strips of beef, served with capers, red onion and a mild mustard sauce, were actually quite a light segue into our mains, the Petite Filet Mignon ($39) and the Porcini-Rubbed Filet Mignon ($41). To get at least a little green in, we also split a Fleming’s Salad ($9), a simple mix of greens, some candied

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BY SIDNEY LEWIS

Nadoz Cafe & Catering at The Boulevard in Richmond Heights has introduced a new juice bar, serving five made-to-order blends to complement the restaurant’s selection of crepes, quiches and sandwiches.

The Fountain On Locust has debuted its new winter menu, which includes some seasonal cocktails, as well as treats like the Spicy Carrot Cup and a new adult ice cream sauce, Caramelized Italian Oranges.

The first Missouri location of Zoup! Fresh Soup Company is now open at West County Center. The fast-casual concept features a menu of 12 rotating soups, including dairy-free and vegetarian options. And Vida, the new Mexican eatery we told you about this summer, has officially opened its doors in the Galleria. In addition to some fine south-of-the-border fare, the bar features some 120 different tequilas.

walnuts, dried cranberries and onions. In keeping with steakhouse tradition, sides were available for a price and we chose Grilled Asparagus ($10) and the Half & Half ($10), a combo of double-cut fries and massive onion rings.

The petite filet came out a perfect medium rare, seasoned with just a bit of salt and pepper—the epitome of simple deliciousness. By this time, the Malbec was long gone, so we turned to the Wine Pad, which suggested a glass of Duckhorn 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon ($20) from Napa. Well played, Wine Pad. The porcini-rubbed filet—one of two items labeled as Fleming’s New Classics— while a similar cut, was really a world apart from the petite filet we sampled. First off, we ordered this one ultra-rare; and when we cut into it, we were rewarded with a gorgeous deep rose-colored center that faded out to a pale pink. The filet was placed on asparagus spears and covered in a rich gorgonzola cream sauce, making for a much richer flavor. It was the very definition of decadent.

Dessert seemed like a foolish choice after such a feast, but we threw caution to the wind and enjoyed a longtime favorite, a very traditional Creme Brulee ($9), which provided a sweet end to a super-savory experience.

An evening at Fleming’s is a pricey proposition.

After all, food, drink and service of this quality don’t come cheap. But for those times when you want to do things right, Fleming’s should certainly be on your short list.

1855 South Lindbergh Blvd., 567-7610, FlemingsSteakhouse.com.

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Spaghetti Squash Q: Chef, I love pasta, but don’t cook it any more at home because my husband is allergic to gluten. What suggestions do you have so I can get my pasta fix and still cook for my husband?

A: You can always choose to purchase gluten-free pasta. But with fall here and winter squash in such abundance, I like to use them as a great substitute for pasta. These hard squashes can be cut into long julienne strips—wide like fettuccini or thin like spaghetti. If your knife skills are not that good, try using a mandolin. Just be careful and use the safety attachments as required.

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ere is an easy recipe that only takes about 30 minutes to make. Spaghetti squash—when cooked for 25 minutes and scooped out correctly—will look like long strands of yellow spaghetti. You will love the flavor. I do recommend trying some of the other squashes: butternut squash, cut long and thin like linguini with clams and marinara; or acorn squash, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces to look like penne and served with basil chicken and pine nuts. Play with the different squashes and sub them for your favorite pastas in any dish. You can even use squash as a replacement for lasagna noodles.

For a great snack: Squash seeds are great toasted and tossed with butter, brown sugar and Cajun spice, then cooled.

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HOW TO BUILD A WORLD THAT WON’T FALL APART At Luminary Center for the Arts, founders Brea and James McAnally—collaboratively known as US English—debut their solo exhibition featuring works exploring labor as it relates to institutions. Free. theluminaryarts.com.

THE BRASIL DUO A pair of international award-winning Brazilian guitarists will perform a variety of classical works at Sheldon Concert Hall.

7:30 p.m. $20-$24.

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JOEY DEFRANCESCO TRIO Grammy-nominated jazz organist Joey DeFranceso will perform at Jazz St. Louis. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $15-$32. jazzstl.org.

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THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW This internationally acclaimed multimedia experience will immerse viewers in classic Pink Floyd music and a laser light show at the Fox Theatre. 8 p.m. $35-$50.

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THROUGH 4/21 EVERYBODY’S GAME: CHESS IN POPULAR CULTURE A new World Chess Hall of Fame exhibit examines how chess has played a role in contemporary media—from The Simpsons to the Dave Matthews Band, Neiman Marcus and Anheuser Busch. Free. worldchesshof.org.

THROUGH 12/27 ARTISTS’ DAY AT CIRCUS FLORA 2012 Art St. Louis presents the third annual multimedia exhibit showcasing works created by artists during Circus Flora’s production, The Wizard: Merlin and the Legends of King Arthur. An opening reception will be held from 7-9 p.m. Nov. 10. artsaintlouis.org.

11/9-11 MOZART REQUIEM St. Louis Symphony and Chorus unite to perform the sweeping spiritual sounds of Mozart Requiem.

Various times. $32-$117.

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THROUGH 1/20 DISCOVER THE REAL GEORGE WASHINGTON: NEW VIEWS FROM MOUNT VERNON Missouri History Museum’s new exhibit examining the life of George Washington features 100 original objects— from the first president’s dentures to Revolutionary War armaments. $4-$10.

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MYTHBUSTERS Go behind the myths and experience unexpected experiments on the Fox Theatre stage with Emmy-nominated Mythbusters‘ hosts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman. 7:30 p.m. $45-$75.

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11/13 CANVASES AND COCKTAILS Bring your own wine or cocktail to this guided artmaking class at the Foundry Art Centre. 6-8 p.m. $30-35. foundryartcentre.org.

CONDOLEEZZA RICE St. Louis Speakers Series continues with former U.S. Secretary of State and first-ever female National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice at Powell Hall. 8 p.m. $285-$420, series subscription. 534-1700 or stlouisspeakersseries.org.

THE BIRTH OF NATARAJA Dance of India’s 35th anniversary event will feature an eclectic range of local and international dancers, from groups such as St. Louis Ballet, Viva Flamenco and Kiran Rajagopalan of India, at Skip Viragh Center for the Arts.

Various times. $15-$20. 997-0911 or dancesofindiastlouis.org.

11/17-18 THE TRUE STORY OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS The COCA Family Series continues with the whimsical musical, The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, at COCA. Various times. $16-$20.

725-6555 or cocastl.org.

FESTIVE FUN 11/17 — ZOOTINI The Young Zoo Friends will host a party featuring live music, hors d’oeuvres and ‘Zootini’ cocktails at Saint Louis Zoo’s Living World. 8 p.m.-midnight. $25-$50. 646-4771 or stlzoo.org.

11/21-1/1 —GARDENLAND EXPRESS Missouri Botanical Garden’s annual indoor wonderland will feature a holiday flower and train show. $4-$8. 577-5100 or mobot.org.

11/23-25 —ST. LOUIS HOLIDAY MAGIC Carnival rides, hands-on art projects and Breakfast with Santa will highlight Holiday Magic at America’s Center. Various times. $5-$10. 800-325-7962 or stlholidaymagic.com.

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11/14 ROSS KING Art historian Ross King will discuss and sign his new book, Leonardo and the Last Supper, at St. Louis County Library. The nonfiction work follows the story of how Leonardo created his most famous piece of art amid political and religious turmoil. 7 p.m.

Free. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

KAREN BERG Spiritual teacher, author and dean of the Kabbalah Centre International, Karen Berg, will discuss her new book, To Be Continued…

Reincarnation and the Purpose of Our Lives, at The Ritz-Carlton.

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CHECK THIS OUT RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR STARRING THE ROCKETTES The 85th annual family holiday classic, featuring new scenes and fan favorites by the Rockettes, has arrived at the Peabody Opera House. Various times. Through Nov. 17. $35-$110. 800-7453000 or peabodyoperahouse.com.

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YOUR FIRST MAMMOGRAM Continued from page 25 short, and the vast majority of women do not experience pain during the exam. Tylenol can be taken before the mammogram, if desired,” says Dr. Diane Radford, a breast surgeon with Mercy Clinic St. Louis Cancer & Breast Institute.

“Tell your doctor if you have any symptoms, such as a lump, nipple discharge, etc. In that case, the exam ordered should be a diagnostic, not a screening mammogram. Screening exams are for women without symptoms,” she adds. Diagnostic mammograms involve additional angles and views of the concerning area.

“Most women who come for a mammogram are going to get a letter saying that everything is just fine,” Appleton says. “While there’s a little bit of an increase in the chance of being called back after your first mammogram, it’s only because we don’t have any previous images to compare. If a women gets a letter saying we need her to come back, she shouldn’t panic. Statistically, she’s likely to end up with good news after a second look.”

Schnepp reinforces Appleton’s words of encouragement: “Even in the category of women for whom biopsy is recommended based on mammogram and/or ultrasound, most of them will not result in a cancer diagnosis. So, most of the time it will turn out not to be anything to worry about; but often, additional films—and at times, a minimally invasive biopsy—will be needed to clarify the situation.”

Talk with your physician about your breast cancer risk and remember that mammograms are simply another rite of passage as we travel through womanhood.

OVARIAN CANCER Continued from page 28 or worsen and see their primary-care physician or gynecologist if the symptoms do not resolve within a week.

“The most important thing that women can do is to continue to go for their annual pelvic exams,” says Dr. Al Elbendary, a gynecologic oncologist with Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Recommendations for pap tests have changed, and although women may not need the test every year, they should still have an annual check-up.

Ovarian cancer treatment involves surgical removal of the tumor followed by chemotherapy. Some patients may be candidates for a newer type of chemotherapy that is delivered directly into the abdominal cavity.

Elbendary says he has had good results with this approach for selected patients.

“The use of oral contraceptive pills can diminish the risk of ovarian cancer by up to 50 percent. Additionally, for those patients who have a genetic predisposition for ovarian cancer (BRCA gene mutation), the removal of ovaries and tubes can diminish the risk of ovarian cancer by up to 90 percent,” Chobanian notes.

St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness offers free programs and events for patients and caregivers. Information is available at sloca.org.

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BARNES-JEWISH WEST COUNTY HOSPITAL Continued from page 24 Wessels offers this additional education and support, free of charge, to all of her patients, whether they are coming to her for a routine check-up or because of a medical condition. At the first consultation, she will discuss diet and exercise with the patients and provide them with informational handouts that offer healthy eating tips, as well as guides to log their exercise and food habits. From there, Wessels can help her patients focus on watching what they eat, while pursuing extra physical activity. Knowing their medical history, she is able to suggest specific, safe exercises that are tailored to their abilities. “I try to present the idea that having a healthy lifestyle is not just a quick fad diet or something to do for a short period of time,” explains Wessels, who stays fit by eating small, healthy meals throughout the day and running with family and friends. “It’s something you need to do for your entire life. How are you going to have healthy eating habits on a daily basis? What kind of exercise routine are you going to maintain, to stay healthy and strong for years, even as an older patient?”

The focus on a healthy lifestyle is more important than ever, as the epidemic of obesity grows in America. An abundance of fast food restaurants— combined with lack of physical activity as adults spend most of their day working at a computer or sitting in traffic—are major contributing factors to being overweight, which can lead to serious medical issues. Diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol stem from increased body weight, while there are associations between obesity and cancer, arthritis and osteoporosis. “All of these issues can be prevented with diet and exercise,” Wessels points out.

Children are not far behind adults in the dangers of obesity. Wessels explains that doctors are seeing a larger percentage of overweight kids who are being set up for the same problems as adults, just at an earlier age. “Healthy habits start in the family and kids are going to look at their parents as role models. Adults need to get themselves healthy, not

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“Healthy habits start in the family and kids are going to look at their parents as role models.

Adults need to get themselves healthy, not only for themselves, but to provide a good example for their children.”

Dr. Jennifer Wessels

only for themselves, but to provide a good example for their children.”

While Wessels just opened her practice at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital at the beginning of August, she already is seeing her extra efforts pay off. Several patients to whom she provides exercise training and weigh-ins are losing weight and moving their blood pressures into normal ranges. “My goals are to give people the knowledge of how they can live a healthy life.

I want to work with my patients and limit the amount of medications or interventions needed, while getting them to a point where they are as healthy as they can be.”

Continued from page 30

and can also cause skin cancers. Unfortunately, the sun degrades our collagen and elastin and affects our body’s ability to create healthy new cells.

• If you don’t exfoliate, start! Getting rid of the dead layer of skin cells is crucial for a brighter complexion.

• Changing your lifestyle and establishing healthy habits – late nights, smoking, excessive alcohol, unhealthy diet and lack of exercise will all take a huge toll on your skin.

Also, look for a product that can address many aging concerns at once. My newest breakthrough, DermalQuench Liquid Lift, has an ingredient complex that targets all of these: hyaluronic acid for hydration, PFCs to deliver oxygen to the skin and botanical extract to brighten. Hyperpigmentation is another concern that so many people face. Sun damage that was done years ago comes to the surface as dark spots that are so hard to get rid of.

HPV VIRUS Continued from page 29 most women need testing for cervical cancer only every three to five years, rather than annually.

For women aged 30 and older, a Pap test should be done, along with an HPV test, every five years.

If the HPV test is positive, more frequent testing is needed. And if both the HPV and Pap test are positive, the patient may require further testing and treatment.

“It’s important for men and women to

understand how common HPV really is,” Sung says.

“This can be very reassuring, since some people are embarrassed at the idea of having a ‘sexually transmitted infection’ and shy away from the subject.”

Jain adds that while regular testing is important, millions of people get HPV. “For most, it does not become cancer. It is important to know that someone with HPV infection can lead a normal, healthy life.”

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St. Louis Symphony continued from page 8

Marshall Smith, Karen Bedell, Nancy Schnoebelen, Joe Imbs

Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis continued from page 9

Michelle and Denny Reagan

Denise Thimes, Charlie Dooley, Stephanie Dooley

Rex and Jeanne Sinquefield

Donna Heckler, Amanda Duncan, Kathy Leonard

Marc Fried, Benjamin Lipman

Diane and Paul Gallant

Keith Alper, Patty Wente, Richard Gavatin

Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairments continued from page 10

Karen and Noreen Grossmann

Ellie White, Gloria Wilschetz, Kristin Charow, Linda Powers

Missouri Friends of Injured Marines continued from page 11

Carol Higgins, Pat McAtee

Annette Conway, Cindy Meirink

Sharon Ferguson, Jane Stables

Bruce and Charlene Heyde

Charlene Eidelman, Christine Ronken, Beth Strohmeyer

Janice Cox, Nancy Gillies, Joann Johnson, Marilyn Grone

The Fabulous Fox Theatre continued from page 12

Heather and Ron Himes, Michelle and Denny Reagan, Dan McGuire

Richard Baker, Peggy Baker, Chris McKee, Tom and Mary Stillman

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BELLERIVE FOREVER CEMETERY in "Hiram Garden" 1 Complete Section, 14 Lots $29,500. 5 Additional Lots in Adjoining Section $2200 each.

Single Lots Valued at $4500.

Call 314-504-2155

CLAYTON AESTHETICS, LLC (inside Tymm's Place Salon) Jessica 314-420-7888 9212 Clayton Rd. Ladue Mo. 63124 Providing affordable laser therapy for those experiencing thinning hair and hair loss. Also specializing in facial resurfacing.

CHANEL HANDBAG Call Today for an Appt.

Vintage Black Quilted Lambskin Leather Classic Small Double Flap PERSONAL TRAINING Bag, Excellent Condition, Com$20 Per Hourly Session plete With Authenticity Card.

Basic Monthly Membership $50 Private Club. Excellent Facility.

217-787-3348 Leave a Message at: pacificbaykarate.info FOR THE HOME

NEED AN EXTRA HAND? Errands, Shopping, Holiday Decorating, Entertaining, Organizing, Caregivers, Children, Grandparents - just too busy to get all done?

I am here to help!

314.485.5607 Hawkem7@gmail.com

HEALTH/WELLNESS COMPANION HELPER Appts, Shopping, Meal Prep, Light Housekeeping, Laundry, Outings Etc. Available Mon-Fri, Some Weekends & Overnights.

Call JoAnn 314-872-8556

HEALTH/WELLNESS

HOLIDAY

RELAX DAY SPA

STRESS FREE HOLIDAYS! Feeling overwhelmed by the approaching holidays?

Flourish Events & Concierge provides assistance with parties, errands, household tasks and more!

Call or Email for information at 314-803-8134 allison@flourishstl.com flourishstl.com

Mon - Sat 9am until 7pm Please Contact Charlene for an Appointment Today!

314-922-3459

HEALTHCARE SERVICES HOME CARE Experience With Stroke, Alzheimer's, Diabetes, Parkinson's and Hospice Patients. 12 HR Shifts, Days or Nights. Car. Good Cook, Exceptional Workers, Trustworthy, Doctor Ref's., 27 Yrs. Exp. We are Available NOW! Mary or Felicia 314-862-5242 Leave message

HOME IMPROVEMENT

E&M CUSTOM BUILDERS Custom Homes, Additions, Alterations, Commercial Buildings and Tenant Improvements.

Experienced and References.

314-965-9160ï314-608-2606 PRIVATE DUTY NURSE HARDWOODZ Seeking position for a min of 8-24 Specializing in Installation, Sanding hour 7-days wk. Live-in Possible. and Refinishing of Hardwood Specialize: Alzheimer's, Dementia, Floors. For Free Estimate Movement Disorders, Lou GehCall Dave 314-267-1348 rig's, Diabetic, etc. 10+ yrs exp.

HOME REMODEL & Errands, Dr. appt., Cook, Clean, REPAIR etc. Prices negotiable. Own transRotted Wood Repair, Tile, portation. Travel & References.

Flooring, Drywall, Electrical, Call 314-403-9818 Carpentry, Plumbing, Painting. Insured. Free Est. 36 VISITING ANGELS Yrs. Exp. Don Phillips 24/7 Companion Care for Seniors.

314-973-8511 Personal Care, Meal Prep, Light Housekeeping & Peace of Mind.

JACK OF ALL TRADES Architectural Degree 314-569-9890 35 Years Experience In all phases of construction Room Additions Kitchen & Baths Basement Remodeling Drywall, Taping, Tile & More Reasonably Priced & Free Est. Marvin 314-808-8091 Home Helpers is your #1 source affordable, dependable care PATRICK INTERIOR FINISH for all ages by compassionate CONSTRUCTION caregivers.

Drywall, Taping, Painting, Interior Trim. References Available.

• RN Supervised • Housekeeping Licensed and Bonded. Honest • Bathing/Personal Care • Errands Day's Work for Honest Pay. • Meal Preparation • Recuperative Care No Pay Until Job is Complete.

On Call 24/7 Call Pat 314-415-0377 Insured/Bonded and Carefully Screened PRECISION REMODELING 314.961.1002 Since 1990 - Interior & Exterior 636.391.0000 We Are Here For All Your Home Improvement Needs & Repairs. www.homehelpersstl.com Free Estimates! Fully Insured.

Call Bob (314) 799-4633 or Jim (314) 799-4630 HELP WANTED REPAIR IT BEFORE YOU FULL TIME WRITER REPLACE IT Ladue News is looking for a staff Carpet Repaired, Restretched, writer with at least two years writInstalled, New Carpet Sales, ing experience for a daily, weekly Large Selection in 2 Showrooms. or monthly publication.

Over 21 Years Experience. For Must be team-focused and able to Quote Call Nick 314-845-8049 handle a wide range of topics and meet tight weekly deadlines.

Strong research, interview and writing skills needed, as well as attention to detail and accuracy.

Journalism or English degree preferred.

Please apply online at: http://www.stltoday.com/ work-here/ Drug Free Workplace Equal Opportunity Employer

KEN SINGLETON Tuckpointing

HOLIDAY 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

Brickwork, Stonework, Plaster, Drywall, Painting, Carpentry, Siding, Gutters, Roofing, Chimney Leaks; Stopped Guaranteed.

FREE Estimates Senior Citizen Discounts Call Ken

636-674-5013

LAWN & GARDEN

LAWN & GARDEN

SUMMER WAS A BUMMER Complete Lawn Maintenance for Commercial & Residential Leaf Cleanup, Leaf Vacuuming, Aeration, Overseeding, Fertilizing, Planting, Sodding, Seeding, Mowing,Mulching, Edging, Spraying, Weeding, Pruning, Trimming, Bed Maintenance, Dethatching, Brush Removal, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios & Drainage For a Free Estimate Call 314-426-8833 www.mplandscapingstl.com

Have that long postponed Bar-B-Que. You Plan the Menu: Let Me Color Up Your Garden with Mums, Asters, Ornamental Cabbage/Kale and Pansies. Yrs of Experience.

Call Jim 314-497-2120

We Meet All Your Fall Landscape Needs!

Leaf/overgrowth cleanup, bed maintenance, bulb planting, full landscaping services available.

Landscape By the Yard Joe 314-909-1685 45 years experience

CURT'S COMPLETE LAWN & Garden Services FOR LESS!!!

Lawn Mowing, Garden Weeding, Power Washing, Patios & Other Honey Do Jobs Done Right! +FALL CLEAN-UP SPECIAL Call Curt at 314-686-2072

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

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

Insured.

Call John for a free estimate 314-703-2794 MASTER ARTISANS INC. Quality Prep & Painting Wall Glazing, Marbleizing, Graining, Murals & More. www.masterartisansinc.com Jeff Baumgartner 636.225.5244 M & M CUSTOM PAINTING Interior & Exterior Painting, Staining, Powerwashing, Wallpaper Removal. Insured and Free Estimates Dependable. Owner & Operator Matt 314-401-9211

Winterize and Protect Your Deck Deck Staining by Brush Only Washing & Staining above 38° Work Guaranteed ï Insured ï Ref's

Time for Some

ï Fall Plantings ï Leaf Clean Up ï Seasonal Pots and Bulbs ï Mulching Specializing in Landscape Design & Year Round Maintenance.

Call 314-498-0877 GardenOasisSTL.com

LEAF CLEANUP FIREWOOD AVAILABLE Oak and Hickory Delivered & Stacked 8X4 314-808-3330

Hard Work Yard Work HOLIDAY LIGHTING & FALL CLEANUP Brush clearing • Bed preparation Tilling • Mulching • Planting Tree/Shrub fertilization, trimming and removal • Lawn fertilization, de-thatching, sodding and seeding Gutter cleaning • Power washing Stone walls, patios, and borders Drainage solutions The Hard Work Yard Work Co. LLC For Free Estimates call Keith at 314-422-0241 or e-mail at

hwyardwork@aol.com Since 2001

MIZZOU CREW Leaf Removal Lowest Prices in Town!

Please call Jeff 314-520-5222, Experienced Yard & Leaf Cleanup For $25 off coupon and video visit: FASTandFREE.US/LawnCare.html Our 20th year of providing quality commercial & residential gardening services.

Complete garden design, planting, and maintenance.

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

Call (314)961-6380 www.floraandfaunaltd.com

SNOW REMOVAL Commercial & Residential 314-426-8833

ORGANIZATIONAL SERVICES GET BETTER ORGANIZED

NO MONEY DOWN

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

O’BRIEN PAINTING & DECORATING, INC. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR Painting • Power Washing Wallpapering • Plastering

35 Years Experience Fully Insured • References

314-481-3500

PET SERVICES DOGGIE DELIGHT DOG SITTING & DAYCARE In Our Loving Home with Lots of Quality Time, Large Fenced Yard.

Very Reasonable Rates. Exc. Ref's.

Holiday Availability!

314-692-2792

We offer functional solutions, tailoredto your needs, so you can live Orderly Ever After. Home, office, moving & much more.

Confidential, non-judgmental.

618-466-7638 julie.tracy@sbcglobal.net

NEED TO SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE? Tired of Disorganized Clutter?

Moving? Ready To Get Organized for the Holidays?

"We Understand Chaos and Our Goal Is To Minimize It." Call Christy & Laura @ TRANSITIONS TLC We Can Make A Difference!

3148524818 We Just Don't Organize We CLEAN & ORGANIZE Your Space - Non Judgemental OLIVIA'S CLEANERS Katherine 314-556-9506 Insured & Bonded NO TASK IS TOO DAUNTING!

MOST PERSONALIZED PET CARE SERVICE IN TOWN Dog Walking and Exercise Programs, In Home Dog Training, Housesitting, Grooming, Pet Visits. and Rescue Animal Training.

Insured, Bonded & PSI Member A limited liability company.

314-631-6738 www.allcrittercare.com THE WELL BEHAVED PET....

For all your home training needs.

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

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

Call me, I can help.

Laura @ 636-456-9993

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PET SERVICES

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

314-770-1500 www.yuckos.com

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT COLONIAL RANCH IN LADUE 2BR and Den, 2BA, Prime Location, Walk to Shopping, Fireplace & Screened Porch. 2 Car Garage.

Large Yard. Lots of Storage.

Including Washer & Dryer.

50 Waverton - Lease Negotiable 314-223-8446

CREVE COEUR CONDO Beautiful 2BR, 2BA, Ladue School District, First Floor, 2 Brick Patios, Big Kitchen, Ceramic Flooring, 1350 sf, Easy Access to 270, 170 & 40 Hwys. 6-12 Mo Lease Avail.

Please Call 314-225-7197 DUCK PIT LEASE New Madrid MO 24'x6'x6' 80 acre field with twenty-five acres of standing corn. Will hunt eight easy. $10,000 Check out photos @ flywayhuntingclub.com 573-380-1030

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE ESCAPE THE RENTAL TRAP! Lease to Own. Credit Not an Issue.

Homes Available.

314-917-1338 FRENCHTOWN RUG CLEANING ORIENTAL/AREA RUGS FREE PICK UP & DELIVERY (636) 949-0753 www.frenchtownrugcleaning.com

RUGS Bendas Oriental Rugs

INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE 7505 Delmar Blvd @ Hanley

314-862-4410 Tues-Sat 10-5 Appt Recommended

SERVICES ALLEN'S HAULING SERVICE 15, 20 and 30 Yard Trash Containers. Hauling Service.

No Job Too Big Or Small.

Any Type of Trash Removal.

314-621-0481 or 581-7274 BRIAN'S HAULING "U Name It & We Haul It" 7 Days a Week - Same Day Appliances, Brush, Clean Outs, Demo, Basement & Garage, Etc. Brian 314-740-1659 $ CASH 4 OLD STUFF $ ————Light Hauling———— We Cleanup, Haul Away and/or purchase: Garage, Estate and Moving Sales!

Also, Warehouse, Business & Storage Locker Leftovers!

FAY FURNITURE 618-271-8200 AM 68

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

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

Margery Miller & Assoc.

636-230-6683

MR. MOM'S HOME SERVICES: Window & Gutter Cleaning, Decks, Fencing, Houses, Concrete Power Washed and Sealed.

Painting.

Insured.

314-831-5597

PRIVATE INVESTIGATIONS Questions? Fidelity, background, locate individuals, etc. 30 yrs exp.

William McAvoy Jr. 314-805-8809 MO. Lic. #201014153 IL. Lic. #115.001507 SIMPLE MOVES We Specialize In Small Moves.

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

Packing Available.

314-963-3416 www.simplemovesstl.com WHAT'S FOR DINNER? Dinner is Served, Personal Chef Service will Plan Menus, Grocery Shop and Prepare Meals in Your Home for You to Enjoy at Your Convenience.

Alison Brinker, Registered Dietitian 314-845-2709

TREES

VACATION RENTALS

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

314.821.2665 www.raystreeservice.com

Trees Trimmed & Removed

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

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

www.gammatree.com

TUCKPOINTING MASSEY TUCKPOINTING & MASONRY Tuckpointing with Color Match.

Chimney, Brick & Stone Repair.

Cleaning & Caulking. BBB-A+ $50 off $500+ 314-486-3303 masseytuckpointing.com

T&J TUCKPOINTING Specialize in Chimneys All Types of Brick Work Powerwashing & Other Odd Jobs.

25 Yrs. Exp., Free Est. & Insured Jerry 314-220-3584

20+ Years Experience ALL WORK GUARANTEED Complete Home Tuckpointing Spot Tuckpointing w/ Color Match Chimney Repair & Rebuilding Patio & Sidewalk Repair Insured tuckpointingandmasonry.com 314-352-4222 MC & VISA ACCEPTED

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

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OLD RECORDS WANTED Experienced Collector Pays Cash for Your Record Collection.

45 RPM, 78 RPM and 33.3 RPM. Rock, Soul, Jazz. House Calls Made. Call Kurt for info.

314-324-0521

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

REGENTS PARK LONDON Modern 2 Bedroom Apartment.

Convenient for Museums, Shopping, Theater. Wireless Internet Access.

Highly Recommended!

Call 314-569-2009 SKI KEYSTONE 4 BR, 3 BA, 2 car heated garage Settlers Creek townhouse available for the 2012/13 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.

22 Years in Business!

7 Consecutive Service Award Winner '05-'11. Solid Tuckpointing & Spotpointing with Color Match.

Chimney, Stone, Caulking, Brick Repair, & Waterproofing. Prompt Free Estimates. Fully Insured. A+ BBB 2011 Torch Award Winner (314) 645-1387 mirellituckpointing.com Credit Cards Accepted

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

WANTED CHINESE ANTIQUES: QUALITY CHINESE ANTIQUES: BUYING IVORY, JADE and BRONZE figurines, NICE PIECES 314-503-4847

WE BUY DIAMONDS! Immediate cash paid - 20 years in business - By appointment only 314-721-7210 www.webuydiamondsstl.com

Fertilization, Trimming, Pruning, & Spraying

TREES AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE: Professional Service at a Affordable Price. Call Baumann Tree for a free property inspection at 636.375.2812 You'll be glad you called!

WANTED

BEAUTIFUL BOCA GRANDE, FLORIDA Vacation in Paradise! Exclusive 3 BD, 2.5 BA condo, gorgeous water view, 4 pools, tennis, bike path, fab fishing, great beach.

914.420.4515 bocabayrental.com

SKI THE SUMMIT IN Keystone Colorado 2012-13 Ski Season. Discounted Rates with Reservations made by 12/15. Luxury Home, All Amenities, Sleeps 10, Spectacular Views, 3BR, 3BA, Jacuzzi, Denver 75 Miles, Call 314-993-0915 or 314-313-2072

WINDOWS AMBASSADOR WINDOW CLEANING Angie's List Award Winner Serving St. Louis' Finest Homes Since 1991 636-498-6006

VACATION RENTAL Naples Beachfront Condo 2+ BA, 2.5 Baths - Parkshore 2 month minimum - Dec, Jan, Feb $6,000 per month 314-965-0408

WANTED M & P WINDOW WASHING & GUTTER CLEANING Reasonable Rates, Free Est., Angie's List, Insured, Dependable, Exp., Ref's. 8-5, 314-968-0987 (D) Paul, 636-529-1529 (E) Mark, 314-968-1356 (E)

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

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