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DINNER & A SHOW Tired of leftover turkey? Us, too! How ’bout some genuine Southeast Asian cuisine at Natthinee “Joy” Teerakawanid’s Thai Table in Maplewood, as detailed for hungry LN readers by writer/ photographer Mabel Suen? (Pad thai?

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On the cover 10 For 100 years, the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis has been an essential resource and advocate for economic opportunity, education, civil rights and social justice for African-Americans and others in the community. On Dec. 12, the Urban League will host its sixth annual Whitney M. Young Society reception, which honors some of the organization’s most committed individual and corporate donors. Turn to page 10 to learn more about the event and the Urban League’s milestone year. Pictured, from left to right, are (front row) Michael Moehn, Kathy Osborn and Julio Suarez and (back row) Warner Baxter and Bill Bradley.

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EDITOR ‌THE

AROMA OF FRESH BAKED BREAD ALWAYS REMINDS ME OF

Thanksgiving dinner at Grandmother’s house. It’s incredible how simple aromas such as that one can transport you to a time and place, and that’s exactly what Natalie Van Hee wanted to capture and create with her business, Glow Candle Co. Starting on p. 30, we hope you enjoy reading about Van Hee’s one-of-a-kind candles made with nostalgic scents, as shared by LN staff writer and digital editor Robyn Dexter. Plus, Van Hee uses all-natural products like American-grown soybeans, cotton wicks and more in her custom candles, which means you aren’t filling your abode with chemicals and additives.

Also in this week’s edition, be sure to check out LN contributing writer Connie Mitchell’s story on Riley Construction – the creator of colorful and quirky mermaids, furmaids and purrmaids.

Furmaid, you say? Find out more on p. 76! These quirky creations are sure to bring a smile to your face – and especially your little guy or gal.

All the best,

Editor’s Corner The word around town

Gateway Children’s Charity recently announced that it has awarded

Congratulations to Dr. Kelly

more than $92,000 in grants to three local organizations: Hilltop

Lane-deGraaf, assistant professor

Child and Family Development Center, which provides early

of biology at Fontbonne University,

education and wrap-around services to families residing in north

for receiving a $26,000 Boeing

St. Louis city and County; KIPP St. Louis, a charter school network

grant to expand the Girls-in-Science

that serves St. Louis students in kindergarten through 10th grade;

Summer Research Program.

and Unleashing Potential, which empowers youth and families

According to a press release, the

to meet their potential through early education, after-school

program, “exposes students to four

enrichment camps and youth development. According to a press

scientific fields: biology, ecology,

release, the funds will be used to support capital expenses and will

chemistry and physics,” for seventh-

allow the organizations to “expand their programs and enrich the

through ninth-grade girls in the

lives of more young children in St. Louis.”

St. Louis region.

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fter race riots in East St. Louis tragically claimed 48 lives in 1917, the U.S. Department of War endeavored to defray tensions by forming an Urban League affiliate in the area.

In 1918 the chapter moved across the river to St. Louis, becoming what is now known as the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis.

While the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis was born of necessity, it has become undeniably necessary to the St. Louis community during its 100-year history. As a vital resource for African-Americans and others in the region, the Urban League continues to champion economic opportunity, education, civil rights and social justice. In the century since its launch, the St. Louis chapter has become the National Urban League’s largest local affiliate, numbering 13 locations and impacting the lives of more than 100,000 area residents through 33 diverse programs.

“The historic support of the St. Louis community has enabled us to realize so many exciting projects and programs this year, and to sustain the agency for the next 100 years,” affirms president and CEO Michael McMillan.

Under McMillan’s leadership, the organization has added several new initiatives to its slate. Sparked by the unrest in Ferguson in 2014, the Urban League developed the Save Our Sons (SOS) program, which paves a pathway to employment and economic self-sufficiency for unemployed and underemployed African-American men living in St. Louis. Introduced in 2015, the four-week program helps

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participants complete their post-secondary education and imparts valuable career and life skills. To date, more than 450 graduates of the program have secured jobs.

As both president and CEO of the Regional Business Council (RBC) and an Urban League board member, Kathy Osborn is acutely aware of how important the organization and SOS, in particular, are to the local economy. “I have been so impressed with the Urban League’s work over the years, especially its neighborhood outreach,” she shares. “The RBC funds and will continue to support the SOS program. Bringing another 500 people into the workforce is very significant and much needed.”

Due to the success of SOS, the Urban League recently debuted a partner program: Save Our Sisters. Whereas SOS focuses on employment, Save Our Sisters takes a more holistic approach, offering services that support women’s financial, mental and physical health. As McMillan explains, “the program focuses on the advancement and overall wellbeing of women of all socioeconomic backgrounds.”

The summer of 2017 marked the official opening of the new Ferguson Community Empowerment Center.

Built on the site of the QuikTrip gas station that burned to the ground during the Ferguson crisis, the Center is a partnership between the Urban League and the Salvation Army. The complex is home to the SOS headquarters, as well as the Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope program, the Lutheran Hope Center’s Readers to Leaders program and an entrepreneurial program run by the University of Missouri Extension. “We are very proud to be the only Urban League affiliate in the country to co-own a building with the Salvation Army,” emphasizes McMillan. “It’s a unique partnership that will help change thousands of lives a year.”

Julio Suarez, senior director of community affairs at Anheuser-Busch, relocated to St. Louis in the midst of that tense summer of 2014. “It was refreshing to see an organization [like the Urban League] take initiative and provide solutions,” he shares. Suarez joined the organization’s

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board three years ago, maintaining a longstanding, fruitful partnership between the Urban League and Anheuser-Busch.

“By all standards, this chapter continues to rank at the very top,” he says. “That doesn’t happen by accident, but rather through due diligence, commitment and leadership.”

Ameren Missouri president and fellow board member Michael Moehn sounds a similar chord. “The Urban League is a true difference-maker,” he declares. “Each year, the organization is at the forefront, leading on challenging issues, from poverty to inequality – all with the goal of being a force for positive change for families and communities. The Urban League is one of Ameren Missouri's most valued community partners, and we look forward to working with them in the years ahead to continue to strengthen our region."

The organization’s growth and impact over the course of a century would not have been possible without the dedication and support of the local community, especially individual donors and corporate partners. As 2018 draws to a close, the organization will cap its centennial celebrations with the sixth annual Whitney M. Young Society reception, to be held at Powell Hall on Dec. 12.

Named after civil rights leader and former National Urban League president and CEO Whitney M. Young, the eponymous society honors donors who have given more than $500 in unrestricted funds to advance the organization’s programs and services. The reception will be a chance to not only recognize the generosity of supporters, but also toast the Urban League’s milestone anniversary and its bright future.

“This reception and our other special events are the fuel that give us the ability to support over 100,000 clients every year,” adds McMillan. “We want the community to know how extremely grateful we are for the tremendous amount of support we’re given each and every year.”

Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, 3701 Grandel Square, St. Louis, 314-615-3600, ulstl.com

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7401 KENRICK POINTE DRIVE, Shrewsbury.

$699,000

315 NORTH MERAMEC AVENUE, UNIT 1D, Clayton. $565,000 1 PORTLAND COURT, CWE.

$449,900

5231 STUDER LANE, St. Louis.

$998,900

8025 MARYLAND AVENUE, UNIT 4I, Clayton.

$449,000

11 DWYER PLACE, Ladue.

$899,000

4944 LINDELL BOULEVARD, UNIT 3W, CWE.

$399,000

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$889,000

484 LAKE AVENUE, UNIT 4N, CWE.

$283,000

9901 CONWAY ROAD, Ladue.

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70 WATERMAN PLACE, CWE.

$788,000

900 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 6D, Clayton.

$230,000

12668 BRADFORD WOODS DRIVE, Sunset Hills.

$750,000

815 WESTWOOD DRIVE, UNIT 1N, Clayton.

$199,900

758 VILLAGE VIEW CIRCLE, St. Albans.

$681,767

1502 HIGH SCHOOL DRIVE, Brentwood.

$179,900

17706 GINGERTREE COURT, Wildwood.

$675,000

8859 FLAMINGO COURT, Brentwood.

$169,900

764 VILLAGE VIEW CIRCLE, St. Albans.

$669,900

8009 DELMAR, UNIT 5, University City.

$112,000

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$2,995,000

10088 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$2,395,000

1835 MANOR HILL ROAD, Town & Country.

$2,280,000

244 SAINT GEORGES, St. Albans.

$1,995,000

124 FRONTENAC FOREST STREET, Frontenac.

$649,900

150 SOUTH PRICE ROAD, Ladue.

$1,849,900

4904 PERSHING PLACE, CWE.

$649,000

12 GLENVIEW ROAD, Ladue.

$1,849,000

825 CABERNET LANE, St. Albans.

$590,000

1055 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

33 PICARDY LANE, Ladue.

$1,775,000

236 MERLOT LANE, St. Albans.

$570,000

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620 MOREL COURT, St. Albans.

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Gatherings & Goodwill

ST. ANDREW’S CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

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NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN

OPERATION FOOD SEARCH AND THE VAULT LUXURY RESALE

Empty Stomachs,

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Full Purses

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ST. ANDREW’S CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

AGELESS REMARKABLE SAINT LOUISANS GALA

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t. Andrew’s Charitable Foundation recently held its 16th annual Ageless Remarkable Saint Louisans gala at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch in that municipality’s downtown. The evening honored 14 inspirational St. Louisans: Jorge M. Alegre, M.D., Margaret Aylward, Mariann Laue Baker, Shirley and Charles Drury Sr., Paul J. Gallant, Dr. Ron Gregory, Carol Powell, Jay C. Rickmeyer, Harvey G. Schneider, Mary Ann and Richard Shaw, Ted C. Vargas, M.D. and Bob Virgil. All funds from the yearly gala go to providing low-income seniors with vital programs and services so they can continue to live safely, independently and healthily in their own homes. This year’s gala raised $602,000 for seniors in need in the metro area. Co-chairing the event were Laura McBride and Karen Shaughnessy.

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Mary Ellen Cotsworth, Bill Siedhoff

Cynthia Briggs, Tom Eschen, Sojin Kwoun, Cathy Bear

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Ashley Rabbermann, Dr. Ted Vargas

Laura McBride, Karen Shaughnessy

We are trying to change people’s perception of growing older. We want to say that life blooms as we age.

MARY ALICE RYAN,

PRESIDENT AND CEO

Paul and Diane Gallant

Joan and Dr. Ronald Gregory

Dr. Arthur Gale, Anna Harris, Theresa Galakatos

Parveen Ahmed, Noor Ahmed

Ron and Marge Aylward

Bonnie, Chuck, Charles and Shirley Drury

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CONCORDANCE ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP

HALLOW’S EVE BALL

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uests, supporters and alumni of Concordance Academy of Leadership recently gathered at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis in Clayton for a fun, spooky evening: the Hallow’s Eve Ball. Many guests came in costume (to be greeted by Ritz personnel garbed in similarly spooky style), to enjoy food, music and dancing Victorian ghosts. They likewise enjoyed several raffles, including one for a pearl necklace, a booze pull, silent and live auctions, and more. The event supports the academy’s mission of reducing reincarceration rates through its re-entry program, featuring areas such as behavioral health and wellness, education and employment, and community and life skills. Starting six months prior to release, this holistic, integrated, evidence-informed program aims to reduce the 77 percent 3- to 5-year recidivism rate.

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Miran Halen, Danny Ludeman, Jackie Yoon

John and Pam Kotowski, Rebecca and Aaron Seward

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Kristen Bond, Brian Dillon

Lisa Ramsey, Tim Leahy

I was allowed the chance to start off in direct services as a drug abuse counselor, and I was able to run the sober living house for about a half a year before I was promoted to the controller and head of finances – so now I feel like my roles have been able to switch. From providing direct services to the participants, now I can oversee the financial responsibility and make sure that all of the direct services are responsibly managed, and we’re not letting anything go to waste. … We’re fortunate to have a lot of resources, and we’re making sure to stretch that as far as we can.

JOHN MORAMARCO, HEAD OF FINANCE

AND FACILITIES

Wendy and Tim Grant

Erika and Tim Niedbalski

Andrew Kay, Calli and Matt Hixenbaugh

Tad and Catherine Edwards

Emily Storey, Sophia Gunning

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NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN

HANNAH G. SOLOMON AWARD CEREMONY

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Photos and story by Jon Saucier he National Council of Jewish Women of St. Louis recently held its annual Hannah G. Solomon Award ceremony. Guests mingled over wine and hors d’oeuvres during the initial meet-and-greet. The Rev. Traci deVon Blackmon and Rabbi Andrea Goldstein were then presented with the award and provided remarks. Both honorees exemplify the council’s values by promoting and improving the quality of life for women, children and families in and around their communities.

It was a privilege and inspiration to celebrate this year’s Hannah G. Solomon founder’s award recipients, Rev. Traci Blackmon and Rabbi Tracy Goldstein. Both of these women are incredible spiritual leaders in our community, and NCJW STL gratefully recognizes their endless efforts for social justice, advancing our mission to improve the lives of women, children and families.

BETH KODNER, BOARD MEMBER

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Rochelle Weiss, Susan Katzman, Gail Eisenkramer and Charles Eisenkramer

Sherri Goldman, Ilene Ordower, Alice Ludmer and Susan Witte

Ellen Alper, Rabbi Andrea Goldstein and Rev. Traci deVon Blackmon and Nancy Litz

Judy Levin and Marilyn Young

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he Clayton Plaza Hotel recently hosted the semiannual luncheon, Handbags to End Hunger. This lavish, unique event teamed The Vault Luxury Resale boutique and Operation Food Search. In it, guests bid on a wide variety of luxury handbags, entered a “Golden Ticket” raffle and bid on silent auction items, all while mingling over mimosas. Speakers included the owner of The Vault Luxury Resale and star of the Style Network’s Resale Royalty, Sue McCarthy. KMOV TV personality Kent Ehrhardt assisted with the auction.

Every time Sunny [Schaefer] and I connect, I’m astounded by our conversation, by the number of hungry children and families in our community. Food is a basic need, one everyone should have fulfilled. The Vault Luxury Resale wants to do our part to make that a reality.

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Diana Ford, Skip Spielberg, Stephanie Abbajay

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Lisa Cayse, Janet Lawder, Dawn Kinsella, Joan Walsh, Karen Kurowski

Alejandra Berra and Kate Tucker

Deborah Vincent and Rita Griffin

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holiday cards FOR CHARITY

By Alecia Humphreys

The holiday season is all about giving, so why not accompany each gift with a card that not only will give the recipient a glad heart but also will give back to the community in a big way? Nine local nonprofits created these custom cards to do just that!

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MIRIAM

314.962.6059 miriamstl.org 501 Bacon Avenue St. Louis, Missouri 63119

501 Bacon Ave., 314-9626059, miriamstl.org

Miriam improves the quality of life for children with learning differences through three innovative programs: Miriam School, Miriam Learning Center, and Miriam Academy. Our programs offer personalized instruction, integrated therapies, and a nurturing environment where students thrive both academically and socially. Generous donors, and revenue from the Miriam Switching Post resale store, help ensure that every child, regardless of financial resources, has the opportunity to overcome their learning differences and reach his or her full potential.

Set of 10 for $10 plus $2.50 for shipping

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INSIDE MESSAGE: Happy Holidays!

Sending this card, designed by a student at Miriam school, will benefit Miriam, a nonprofit that has been assisting students with learning disabilities in St. Louis for more than 100 years.

CAMPBELL HOUSE MUSEUM 1508 Locust St., 314-421-0325, campbellhousemuseum.org Set of 10 for $7.95 INSIDE MESSAGE: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Sending this card will assist in the preservation of the Campbell House Museum, which enlivens the history of St. Louis and westward expansion through the story of the Campbell family and their home.

EPWORTH CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES 110 N. Elm Ave., 314-918-3330, mmahan@epworth.org, epworth.org

BIRTHRIGHT COUNSELING ST. LOUIS 2525 S. Brentwood Blvd., 314-962-5300, birthrightstl.org

Set of 10 for $10, plus postage if mailed INSIDE MESSAGE: May you have the spirit of the season which is peace; The gladness of this season which is joy; The heart of this

Set of 15 for $15

season which is love.

INSIDE MESSAGE: A baby was born with no place to stay, Our Savior at last Asleep in the hay. His eternal gift of hope and love. A blessed Christmas to you!

Sharing this card helps achieve Epworth Children & Family Services’ mission to help

Sharing this card provides funds that assist Birthright Counseling St. Louis, a

children, youth and families move toward

nonprofit that provides free, confidential and professional counseling and practical

self-sufficiency by focusing on health,

assistance to mothers facing an untimely pregnancy.

housing, education and employment.

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MIDWESTERN BRAILLE VOLUNTEERS 104 W. Adams Ave., 314-966-5828, mbvol.org Season’s Greetings

Set of five for $20 or

to all creatures great and small.

$5 per card INSIDE MESSAGE: Select from the following options

Card sales benefit the abused and neglected animals cared for at the Humane Society of Missouri and its Longmeadow Rescue Ranch.

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HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI 1201 Macklind Ave., 314-647-8800, hsmo.org Set of 10 for $12.99 INSIDE MESSAGE: Season’s greetings to all creatures great and small.

Sending this card benefits the abused and neglected animals cared for at the Humane Society of Missouri and its Longmeadow Rescue Ranch.

One: May the magic of the season fill your heart with joy!

Two: Wishing you the joy, hope and wonder of Christmas.

Three: Have a joyous Christmas and a Happy New Year.

LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION 11123 S. Towne Square, Suite F, 314-200-0797, lesastl.org

Sharing this card assists Midwestern Braille Volunteers in its transcription work for the visually impaired.

Set of 10 for $10 INSIDE MESSAGE: Rejoice in the greatest gift of all – Jesus Christ!

Wishing you a joyful Christmas to you and your family.

Sharing this card supports Lutheran Elementary School Association’s need-based scholarships and programs at 34 Lutheran schools in St. Louis and southern Illinois.

WILDLIFE RESCUE CENTER 1128 New Ballwin Road, 636-394-1880, mowildlife.org Set of six for $6

MARYGROVE

INSIDE MESSAGE: Wishing you a

2705 Mullanphy Lane, 314-584-6124, marygrovechildren.org

joys throughout the New Year.

Set of 12 for $14 INSIDE MESSAGE: Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a very

wonderful Holiday season and many

Sending this card benefits the wild animal patients at the Wildlife Rescue Center.

prosperous New Year.

Sending this card helps Marygrove to help children struggling with emotional and behavioral issues resulting from abuse, neglect or other trauma.

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Advent SeASon At LAdue ChApeL preSbyteriAn ChurCh Dec. 2: Watcher’s Eve from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

Dec. 5: Service of Remembrance at 6:15 p.m.

Dec. 9: Children’s Christmas Pageant at 10 a.m.

Dec. 16: Chancel Choir sings the Christmas section of Handel’s “Messiah” at 11 a.m.

Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Services 4:30 p.m.: Family Service with children’s choirs 7 p.m.: Candlelight & Carol Service 9:40 p.m.: A Nativity Concert 10 p.m.: Candlelight & Communion Service Dec. 30: Service of Lessons and Carols at 10 a.m.

AdvENT SERviCES & PRogRAmS: At Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church, all are made to feel welcome and included in celebrating the Christmas season. Beginning on Dec. 2, Watcher’s Eve launches the season with a joyous start.

“There’s a lot going on [at Watcher’s Eve],” describes Rev. Anastassia Sharpe. “Teams [of decorators] set up the church’s Christmas décor. We have Advent wreath-making, as well as crafts for the younger set. An in-house artist makes cards for our homebound members, which are then completed by the congregation and delivered along with poinsettias.” In addition, attendees can participate in a worship service, followed by wassail and bells, and ending with a catered dinner.

For those experiencing sorrow during the holidays, the Dec. 5 Service of Remembrance provides an alternative form of worship for people who need space to lament. “People who are struggling often don’t have a way to express that,” shares Sharpe.

“This is our way of acknowledging people’s grief.”

CHRiSTmAS SERviCES & PRogRAmS: Bring the children to the Dec. 9 Christmas pageant for a fun program that showcases the talents of the youngest congregation members. At the Christmas Cantata on Dec. 16, soak up the beauty of the season.

“The cantatas are different each year,” remarks Sharpe. “This year is Handel’s ‘Messiah.’ Our music director, David Erwin, pulls in musicians from the St. Louis community. The score is played out [as if from] a choir of angels. It is phenomenal.”

During the four-week season, a candle is lit in the Advent wreath at every worship service. Each candle symbolizes the light of God coming into the world through the birth of his son, Jesus Christ, whose candle – the Christ candle – is lit on Christmas Eve. “These are beloved traditions and how we celebrate Christmas Eve,” says Sharpe. “We move through gospel lessons on the birth narrative.

During the final closing hymn, ‘Silent Night,’ the pastor lights his candle from the Christ candle, and then passes the light to the congregation. It is a very moving service.”

This Christmas, come to Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church, where a spirit of community welcomes all.

Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church, 9450 Clayton Road, St. Louis, 314-993-4771, laduechapel.org

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ST. LOUIS KLIFE

P.O. Box 220395, stlouis.klife.com Founded by Kanakuk Kamps, KLIFE is a community-wide Christian ministry of discipleship and fellowship for youth and their families.

KLIFE helps kids to grow in their faith through weekly meetings, small groups, retreats and monthly events.

By Amanda Dahl

Participants experience mentoring leadership as they build godly relationships with their peers.

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112 St. Louis Ave., 636-861-2623, c ircleofconcern.org

This winter, make a family’s holiday dreams come true. You can help to keep

3701 Grandel Square, 314-615-3600, ulstl.com

their gas or electric on throughout the harshest season. With a simple cash donation to Circle of Concern, you can make a world of difference to a family

The Urban League

who is struggling to make ends meet.

of Metropolitan St. Louis celebrates

HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI

100 years as a

1201 Macklind Ave., 314-647-8800, h smo.org

vital resource for

When Hurricane Florence ravaged North Carolina, the Humane Society of Missouri Disaster Response Team [HSMO] rescued many animals, like this little white Maltese named Soshe. She survived by floating on a couch near her home’s ceiling until HSMO could get to her. Thanks to the team’s diligent efforts, Soshe is home again.

URBAN LEAGUE OF METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS

African-Americans and others in the region. The St. Louis chapter is the national organization’s largest affiliate, numbering 13 locations and impacting the lives of more than 100,000 area residents through 33 diverse programs.

St. Louis KLIFE would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support.

Founded by Kanakuk Kamps, KLIFE is a community-wide Christian ministry of discipleship and fellowship for youth and their families.

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Design DESTINATION GUANAJUATO, MEXICO

By Alecia Humphreys A quick online image search of Guanajuato, Mexico, yields photos of colorful cottages surrounding an abundance of history.

Once a silver mining town, Guanajuato has stunning examples of architecture in both neoclassical and baroque styles.

Plus, since it rests in the heart of Mexico, one doesn’t have to venture far to explore magnificent Aztec ruins.

Here are a couple of items that will bring a touch of Guanajuato to your own abode.

Sleek and sophisticated make the perfect pair – and the proof is in Dau Furniture’s La Scala side table. Made with brass and walnut veneer, the streamlined legs in solid brass add a touch of luxury every space needs. Available for $975 from Dau Furniture. (daufurniture.com)

Ethan Allen’s primal rug was handknotted with 100 percent wool fibers that have been double-washed for both softness and texture. Not only is its tantalizing texture a major selling point, but also its ivory-and-black color palette makes it the perfect piece for any space.

Plus, who can resist the fringed edge for added dimension? Available for $1,184.82 to $3,275.22 depending on size at Ethan Allen. (ethanallen.com)

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Don’t just shine a light on your space – shine a light with a statement piece. Wilson Lighting’s six-light pendant, from its Sierra collection, in distressed bronze will be sure to bring smiles to guests’ faces.

Available from Wilson Lighting for $1,455. (wilsonlighting.com)

Add a pop of color to your living room with Forsyth’s restored Florence Knoll sofa.

Reupholstered in Loro Piana aubergine cashmere, this modern-yet-minimal design will make a statement in any space. Available from Forsyth for $30,000. (forsythart.com)

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‌If simplicity is the essence of elegance, then these new pieces have it in spades. Pareddown profiles combined with matte black finishes and a touch of gilding hit all the right notes.

Currey and Company’s sixlight Fontaine wrought-iron chandelier is finished in antique gold leaf, contemporary gold leaf and satin black. It is 40½ inches in diameter. (brodylamp.com)

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Badgley Mischka’s Marmont game table is handcrafted of wood with a matte ebony finish and gold leaf details. (badgleymischka.com)

harper school believes in high expectations for every child.

Badgley Mischka’s Casablanca desk chair features a chocolatetruffle-finished wood frame and gold leaf metal legs. It is amply cushioned and upholstered in a heavyweight ebony-colored linen fabric.

Conveniently Located in Frontenac 11155 Clayton Rd, Frontenac, MO

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By Robyn Dexter | Photos by Sarah Conroy

For four years, Natalie Van Hee has been carefully crafting candles under the name of Glow Candle Co., encouraging customers to connect with memory-evoking scents.

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randma’s house when you were younger. A freshly picked homegrown tomato. That boutique hotel where you stayed on your favorite vacation.

Particular smells are instantly transportive, summoning places and memories often long-forgotten. This element is something St. Louisan Natalie Van Hee set out to pursue, and she started Glow Candle Co. in 2014 in hopes of re-creating some of her favorite and most nostalgic scents.

She had been working for a large company that downsized, and she found herself at a crossroads.

“I’ve always worked for someone,” she says. “I was at a point where instead of pursuing someone else’s passions, I wanted to do something I was interested in and could grow.”

Van Hee didn’t have a particular path in mind at first. She was a few months away from getting married and spent some time contemplating her passions. After she and her husband got married and did some traveling, an idea sparked. On returning home from different places, Van Hee found herself searching for fragrances she had encountered along the way to help reminisce about her travels. She would find herself gravitating toward particular scents depending on what was going on in her life at the time. Thus, she began experimenting with creating candles of her own, wanting to capture memories in their scents.

It wasn’t easy, though.

“I can’t say I had a background in making candles,” she says with a laugh. “I figured it out after testing, research and plenty of trial and error.”

From the get-go, however, Van Hee knew going the all-natural route was important to her. She was disheartened about the number of companies that use an array of additives and chemicals, so she stayed away from them. In Glow Candle Co. candles, she uses soy wax from American-grown soybeans, cotton wicks, premium-grade fragrance oils and no dyes. The candles burn for 70 hours and are nontoxic.

I was at a point where instead of pursuing someone else’s passions, I wanted to do something I was interested in and could grow.

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Her current line features two collections: the classic collection and the holiday collection. The classic collection consists of scents including Van Hee’s favorite – white tea – along with heirloom tomato, arugula, Himalayan pomegranate and more.

“White tea is my favorite because it reminds me of my favorite hotels when we were in Kauai,” she says.

“I searched for a long time to try to find the right combination of fragrance oils for it. It’s a clean, refreshing fragrance, and I have it burning 24/7.”

The holiday collection brings the smells of the season with fragrances like pumpkin spice, white pine and aspen embers. One of her holiday best-sellers is called The Saint Nic, and Van Hee says she started pouring them in June in preparation for the holiday season.

She also speaks fondly of more unique-sounding scents like the heirloom tomato candle. She says she has a customer who often buys it for its nostalgia factor.

“His family owned and ran a tomato farm growing up, so you can tell the fragrance is very nostalgic to him,” she says. “I really enjoy seeing customers connect with a fragrance.”

Right now, Van Hee is in the midst of the holiday season – a busy time for her business. She’s been running operations from her home since its inception but hopes to find a small storefront to work out of in the future. Her gift boxes for wrapping up the candles recently debuted, as well, adding another angle of beauty to her creations.

“I have put a lot of time and focus into creating packaging that is classic, clean, can fit into anyone’s home, yet does not go unnoticed,” she says. “All of my labeling includes some type of pressed gold foil. The boxes I’m introducing in November will be perfect for holiday gifting and feature the same pressed-gold foil elements.”

Glow Candle Co. candles are available on her website for $30, with select bundles available at discounted rates. Area residents can also find her products locally at The Rusted Chandelier, Paisley Boutique, The Gifted Gardener, Mister Guy Women’s, Klutch, Mary Tuttle’s Floral and Gifts, Buoyant Float Spa, There She Goes and Gin & Kin. In each candle she pours, Van Hee strives to have each customer connect with a scent.

“Each candle purchased should connect consumers with an experience, person or place,” she says. “Whether it be something from their past or a new fragrance they can’t get enough of … this is really important for me and is a big part of what keeps me inspired.”

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We’re hoping it’s more of a brand experience where [customers] can look at product but also get a glimpse at what we’re working on next and meet more members of our team. grow our online base. That’s where we’ve seen the most growth, and that’s where we want to nurture more support.

With this new showroom-focused model, will customers still be able to shop the brand like a boutique?

Since the new space will house our corporate offices

as well, the showroom will be by appointment only beginning Dec. 1. We are looking forward to having a more personal experience with our customers and being able to offer exclusives to our St. Louis customers, including build-your-own-Faux, where you can match your choice of fabric with a silhouette creating a personalized, custom piece.

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Fauxgerty is on the move! This St. Louis-based boutique and clothing line specializing in vegan leather jackets is relocating from its original location in the Central West End neighborhood to a roomy office in the nearby Lafayette Square neighborhood. Ladue News recently caught up with the woman behind this cult-favorite line, designer and CEO Chrissy Fogerty, to find out more about the future of Fauxgerty in its new, expanded space.

Why is Fauxgerty leaving the CWE? Our lease is up at the end of October, and it will be three years in our Central West End location. When we opened it, we had just started as a brand. We began with our jackets, and we started doing some tees, sweatshirts and casualwear for a little product diversity. Since then, we have expanded our product offerings. Our brand has grown much faster online, and we do more pop-up shops. We wanted to move into a location that could house a showroom, offices for our St. Louis team, and have storage for all of our inventory – and that’s where we’re going to do our pack-and-ship!

Where is the new location, and when will it open?

It’s at 1800 Chouteau in Lafayette Square. It’s right down the block from [cocktail bar/restaurant] Planter’s House. Our lease opened up Nov. 1, and we are doing some renovating. We are planning on taking the month of November and then opening up Dec. 1, and doing some private appointments for the holiday season and personal shopping. I’m hoping Dec. 1. We’ll see how that goes!

Tell us about the changes.

When you went into our Central West End location, it was obviously a retail space. When we had meetings there, they’d happen outside of showroom hours.

This space, when you walk in, will be more of a true showroom model. We’ll have one of every garment that we’ve made out on the floor and have it all be showcased, but all of our offices and desks and conference tables will be in eyesight. We’re hoping it’s more of a brand experience where [customers] can look at product but also get a glimpse at what we’re working on next and meet more members of our team. It will be an embodiment of the entire brand.

In addition to the extra space, what are you most looking forward to about this next chapter for Fauxgerty?

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t comes as no surprise that the designer behind bright pineapple-adorned textiles would favor fun and festive over muted and ordinary.

“I love nothing more than dressing up,” Blair Dobson admits. “I am 5-foot-4, so you will either see me rocking a sheath dress and 5-inch heels or something crazy like our pink cheetah leggings and cowgirl boots. I love showing customers fun and unexpected ways to wear our pieces.”

Dobson’s lifestyle brand, Hello Dobson, offers a modern take on preppy classics. Started at the end of 2016, Hello Dobson is known for its colorful apparel, bold accessories and eye-catching home goods.

Although she helms St. Louis’ premier preppy fashion brand, Dobson describes her own personal style as more unpredictable, evoking a Carrie Bradshaw-meets-Jackie Kennedy vibe.

“If I’m in the mood to wear a tulle skirt, ostrichfeather heel and tank top braless, I wear it,” she says.

“If I want to wear a striped boatneck with loafers, I wear that, too.”

A fan of thrifting, Dobson loves Retro 101 and discovering designer finds from The Vault Luxury Resale. She notes Moda Operandi for its designer capsule collections and Zara for trend-forward pieces.

Other shopping go-tos include Ladue staple Ivy Hill, as well as J.Crew, Roller Rabbit and Serena & Lilly.

Also found inside Dobson’s closet – a space she describes as organized chaos – is a section of clothing that you wouldn’t be able to find in anyone else’s: a collection of custom miniskirts fashioned by her sewing team at City Sewing Room using every Hello Dobson print she’s ever created. “It’s like a time capsule of all the prints we have ever done,” she says.

In designing her own textiles, Dobson finds inspiration everywhere – admitting that that means she is almost always working in some capacity, but that’s something that she doesn’t mind. “To find something that you actually love doing and that doesn’t feel like work is a win-win,” she says. Travel, in particular, informs her work. A recent trip to Aspen, Colorado, will come to life in her athleisure leggings: Think gondolas and après-ski.

Heading into the end of fall, Dobson predicts plenty of plaid, along with metallics, a Western influence and

ample animal prints. One trend she’s not about to back?

The bulky, white ‘dad sneaker’ movement. “It’s literally called the ‘ugly sneaker’ trend,” Dobson remarks. “Yuck!”

And just because the weather has started to feel wintery doesn’t mean you have to tone down your wardrobe. “I love it when neons and bold colors are paired with traditional fall hues: [a] hot-pink wool skirt with army-green knit sweater or red and hot pink, which is always festive,” Dobson says.

On the business end, Dobson is very much a hands-on owner, still packing every order and posting daily on social media platforms. Future plans for Hello Dobson include expanding its offerings into new

accessories like scarves, duffle bags and jewelry, as well as a line made for the tiniest lovers of color, Hello Baby, which will offer baby bedding, blankets and accessories.

Dobson is also looking forward to settling into her own space in St. Louis.

“We hope to have an office soon that will have a small storefront and allow local customers to shop, try on items and attend local events at our shop and release parties,” she says. “I hope to be one of the designers to help pave the way for other fashion-related businesses in St. Louis.”

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For the

MANLY MAN

By Katie Yeadon | Photos by Sarah Conroy

Earn points with the sporty guy in your life with cozy-yet-stylish accessories and attire he’ll want to model all year long.

Fish Hippie Shirt, $90, Fun in the Sun (funsunsports.com)

The Normal Brand T-shirt, $34, Fun in the Sun Scarf, $100, Nordstrom (nordstrom.com)

Bracelet, $99, Mister Guy Men’s

Peter Millar Vest, $165, Mister Guy Men’s (misterguymens)

Moncler Hat, $175, Neiman Marcus, (neimanmarcus.com)

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For the

TRENDY DY T TEEN EEN

By Katie Yeadon | Photos by Sarah Conroy

We have something for every fashionable teen on your list. Go for fur trims or accents, unique jewelry and cozy accessories for the chic and stylish lady you’re gifting.

Robe, $39, Nordstrom (nordstrom.com)

Sweater, $48, Splash, (splashtribe.com)

UGG Slippers, $110, Nordstrom

Clear Bag, $36, Splash

Clutch, $25, Cha Boutique (shop-cha.com)

Necklace, $52, Splash

Coin Purse, $22, Ivy Hill (ivyhillboutique.com)

Dylan Pullover, $134, Splash

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FA S H I O N

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ONES ONE O ON N

By Katie Yeadon | Photos by Sarah Conroy

Kids won’t fret when they see these clothes under the tree this year. Fun and charming, these kids’ clothes add a pop of color and whimsy sure to have any child feeling fashionable all season long.

Tea Dress, $60, City Sprouts (citysprouts.com)

Hat, $28, City Sprouts

Handmade Sweater, $66, Shine Boutique (shineboutiquestlouis.com)

Kissy Kissy Pajamas, $48, The Woman’s Exchange (woexstl.org)

Unicorn Bag, $20, Nordstrom, (nordstrom.com)

Boden Coat, $66, Nordstrom

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For the

four-legged friends

By Robyn Dexter | Local shop photos by Sarah Conroy

As we humans race around to prepare for the holiday season, we can’t forget about our four-legged friends. We want our pets to feel as much love as we do during the holidays, so LN has compiled fun items for the most wonderful time of the year, available at local retailers like Four Muddy Paws and Treats Unleashed. Expect a chorus of happy woofs and meows from your furry companions with these pet-approved gifts.

Fluff & Tuff Nicholas Holiday Charity Bear, $16.99, Treats Unleashed (treats-unleashed.com)

P.L.A.Y. Candy Canes, $14.99, Four Muddy Paws (fourmuddypaws.com)

Decorated Treats, $1.99, Treats Unleashed

Trixie 3-Story Cat Home Playground, $82.29 , Petco (petco.com)

Ethical Products Knot-for-Nothing Santa, $9.99, Treats Unleashed

Big Bone Treat, $3.95, Treats Unleashed

Petcube Play Interactive Wi-Fi Camera, $199.99, Petco Chesterfield Pet Bed, $249, Pottery Barn (potterybarn.com)

T E C H N O LO G Y

Tech enThusiasT For the

By Robyn Dexter | Photos supplied d

This holiday season, surprise your loved ones with some of the hottest gadgets on the market. As technology improves each year, so do the gadgets and accessories that use it. In this year’s gift guide, you’ll find everything from a golf club speaker to a device that prints photos directly from your phone – perfect for the tech-lover in your life.

F6 Shiatsu Full Foot Massager With Heat, $279.99, Brookstone (brookstone.com)

[Pro]master Photo Gloves, $29.99 to $39.99, Creve Coeur Camera (cccamera.com)

JOBY GorillaPod Rig, $199.99, Creve Coeur Camera Home Movie to DVD Transfer Service, priced on a case-by-case basis, Schiller’s

8 Device Quick Charging Station, $99.99, The Sharper Image (sharperimage.com)

Smartphone Photo Printer, $159.99, The Sharper Image

DJI Spark drone, $399, Schiller’s (schillers.com) Sound Caddy Golf Club Speaker, $229, Brookstone

For the

B E AU T Y

GROOMED OMED& GLAMOROUS

By Alecia Humphreys | Photos supplied

Almost everyone has that makeup-mad maiden or chisel-chinned gent on his or her holiday shopping list who always looks nothing short of f lawless. So why not treat such giftees to new product releases, beauty must-haves, something from their favorite brand or even a little pampering product this season?

Unscented Travel Shaving Kit, $95, The Art of Shaving (theartofshaving.com)

Nourishing Nail Club, $99 a month, Tints Polish (tintspolish.com)

Viktor&Rolf Personalization Factory, prices vary, Viktor&Rolf (us.viktor-rolf.com) Custom Holistic Facial With Gua Sha Stone Facial Sculpting, $135, Lark Skincare (larkskinco.com)

T3 Whirl Quartet, $310, Sephora (sephora.com)

Clarisonic Mia Smart 3-in-1 Connected Beauty Device, $199, Ulta (ulta.com)

ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Deep Sea Duo Gift Set, $120, Elemis (elemis.com) CHANEL Bleu de Channel Gift Set, $123, Sephora

Thank you! St. Louis With the help of our buisness leaders, Old Newsboys organization awarded more than 200 special grants to children’s charities in spring 2018. PLEASE JOIN US! Join our group of leaders for the 2019 campaign. Call 314-475-1201 for more information or visit www.oldnewsboysday.org.

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To ensure that children who are at risk in our community because of abuse or poverty receive adequate food, shelter, clothing, medical care and are provided equal opportunity for social development.

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Bob Ciapciak

SCHAEFFER MANUFACTURING CO. - Hall of Fame 2003 - Chair, Business Edition 2003-07 - Wetterau Award 2006 - Chairman, Presidents Club 2008-18 - Board Member

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AMEREN ILLINOIS

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- Chairman, Old Newsboys 2007-08 - Hall of Fame 2009

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- Chairman, Old Newsboys 2014-15 - Hall of Fame 2007 - Chair, Business Edition Leader 2008-13 - Board Member

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STANGE LAW FIRM, PC

- Hall of Fame 2015

Mike Walsh

- Old Newsboys Spirit 2015 - Hall of Fame 2017 - Board Treasurer (Paola)

- Chairman, Old Newsboys 2010-2012 - Hall of Fame 2009 - Board Vice President

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Billy Busch

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- Chairman, Old Newsboys 2016-17 - Hall of Fame 2015 - Board Member

- Chairman, Old Newsboys 2013 - Board President 2017-18 - Hall of Fame 2017

Carl Bolm

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John M. Hessel LEWIS RICE LLC

Mary Ann Wagner SUBURBAN JOURNALS OF GREATER ST. LOUIS - Executive Director - Board Member

Steve Newstead - Hall of Fame 2005 - Chair, Corporate Team 2006-17 - Board Member

Brad Goss SMITHAMUNDSEN LLC

Jeff Hill WESTVIEW MEDIA

Mike Costello UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - ST. LOUIS

William Shaffner MOHEALA

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Dr. Emily Johnson G’Sell MAGNOLIA FAMILY DENTAL

Steve Wisniewski RUBINBROWN LLP

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KIDS

For the

KIDDOS KIDD KI DD D DOS D DO OS

By Alecia Humphreys | Photos supplied

Whether your little ones were naughty or nice this year, it’s hard not to spoil them during the holiday season – especially when the reaction is guaranteed to tug at the heartstrings. Be sure to give them the greatest toys of the year, as shared by local shop owners.

Klutz Make Your Own Bath Bombs, $21.99, City Sprouts, (citysprouts.com)

Rock N’ Roll It! SpecDrum, $70, City Sprouts

Codenames, $19.99, Happy Up Inc., (happyupinc.com) Pretend Play Victorian Dollhouse, $350, Imagination Toys (imagination-toys.com)

Reversible Play & Store Train Table, $130, City Sprouts

Little Bird Told Me Unicorn Rocker, $140, Imagination Toys

KiiPix, $39.99, Happy Up Inc.

American Ninja Warrior Ninjaline With Obstacles, $129.99, Happy Up Inc.

Bruder UPS Truck, $122.50, Imagination Toys

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S PI R I T S

HOME BARTENDER

By Bryan A. Hollerbach | Photos by Sarah Conroy

At this time of the year, why should Rudolph sport the only red nose? That question likely haunts many merrymakers throughout the season – especially given the utility of a medicinal tipple of whatever type to stave off a scarlet snoot prompted by a cold or the cold.

In that light, LN solicited the expert recommendations of Paul Hayden of The Wine and Cheese Place in Clayton and Kris Kleindienst of Left Bank Books in St. Louis’ Central West End neighborhood on how best to brighten these increasingly dismal days – or just to add a spot of holiday cheer to the life of someone special.

Merci Blend #4 Missouri Wild Ale, $29.99, The Wine and Cheese Place (wineandcheeseplace.com)

StilL 630 Sherry Cask RallyPoint Rye Whiskey, $44.99, The Wine and Cheese Place

Mount Pleasant Tawny Augusta Port, Port Library Vol. XVI, $25.99, The Wine and Cheese Place

Meehan’s Bartender Manual by Jim Meehan, $40, Left Bank Books

Movers & Shakers by Hope Ewing, $23.99, Left Bank Books (left-bank.com)

2-Liter Handmade White Oak Cask, $35.99 (5-liter cask also available, $57.99), The Wine and Cheese Place

Habondia Premium Peach Brandy, $74.99, The Wine and Cheese Place

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C U L I N A RY

For the

HOME COOK

By Bryan A. Hollerbach | Photos by Sarah Conroy

At this time of year, culinary buffs at whatever level want to prep, cook and serve everything in tried-and-true fashion, so LN buttonholed a quartet of experts for their recommendations on doing just that: Nate Bonner of Maplewood’s NHB KnifeWorks, Cindy Higgerson of Maplewood’s Larder & Cupboard, Kris Kleindienst of Left Bank Books in St. Louis’ Central West End neighborhood and Marianne Prey of Ladue’s An Olive Ovation. With luck, their recommendations will earn readers many a return trip to the mistletoe.

An Olive Ovation Sampler Set, $34.95, An Olive Ovation, (extravirginoo.com)

Ottolenghi Simple

by Yotam Ottolenghi, $35, Left Bank Books, (left-bank.com)

Rick Jordan Chocolatier/Expedition Chocolate Confections, prices vary, Larder & Cupboard (larderandcupboard.com)

Let’s Eat France!

by François-Régis Gaudry and Friends, $50, Left Bank Books

Handmade Ceramic Mug, $24 each, Larder & Cupboard

Cook Like a Pro by Ina Garten, $35, Left Bank Books

Arthur Court Olive Entertainment Tray, $135, An Olive Ovation

Olive-Wood Ladle, $48.95, An Olive Ovation

Big Heart Tea Cup of Sunsh hine Tea, $8.99, Larder & Cupboard

Gyoto (Chef’s Knife), $399.99, NHB KnifeWorks (nhbknifeworks.com)

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AC T I V E

FITNESS FA FFANATICS NA ATI TI

By Alecia Humphreys | Photos supplied, Dimvaloo photos by Sarah Conroy We all have that one friend or family member who is always on the move – hiking this day, biking the next, rising early for a HIIT class or sunrise yoga. Make sure to gift them gear that will keep them moving not only this winter but also all year long.

Patagonia Men’s Micro Puff Hoody, $299, Outdoors, Inc. (outdoorsinc.com)

The Zoe Backpack, $445, LUX & NYX (luxandnyx.com)

Adidas UltraBOOST Shoes, $221, Dimvaloo (dimvaloo.com)

Stargaze Recliner Luxury Chair, $179.95, The Alpine Shop (alpineshop.com)

Elevate Bra, $64, Dimvaloo

Smith I/OX Goggles, $240, The Alpine Shop

Patagonia Los Gatos Jacket, $129, The Alpine Shop

High Shine Signature Tights, $97, Dimvaloo

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Never Summer Funslinger Board, $519.99, The Alpine Shop

holiday gifts

GREAT

By Amanda Dahl

SAINT LOUIS BALLET’S THE NUTCRACKER

Touhill Performing Arts Center at University of Missouri-St. Louis, 314-516-4949, touhill.org What better gift than that of a live performance?

Glorious dancing, sets and costumes await at Saint Louis Ballet’s The Nutcracker from Dec. 14 to 23.

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Don’t miss the Sugarplum Fairy Holiday Luncheons!

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Treat friends, family (or even yourself!) to a fresh, seasonal display of flowers designed by Bloomin’ Buckets. Each floral

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design beautifully blends color, texture and fragrance.

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“HOLIDAY POPS SPECTACULAR” COMPTON HEIGHTS BAND Skip Viragh Center for the Arts at Chaminade College Preparatory School, 425 S. Lindbergh Blvd., 314-776-2227, chband.org Gift joy this season with VIP tickets to the Compton Heights Band’s special “Holiday Pops Spectacular” concert! Choose from two Dec. 22 performances, at 2 and 7:30 p.m.

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Pots of holiday cheer will brighten anyone’s spirits. Shop Never Enough, open Tuesday through Sunday, for these shining candles by Capri Blue and light up the faces of loved ones.

Nix basic black and go bold with leather bags by Zina Kao, exclusively offered at The Spotted Pig. Handmade in California, these bags come in camo or bright metallic designs. $85

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Gift words of encouragement or admiration with colorful designs by My Story Fine Jewelry. Found at

Simple lines make a dramatic statement in this white-and-wood tabletop

YLANG YLANG, these stackable rings inspire with

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mantras that serve as powerful reminders.

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By Dr. Russell Hyken

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t’s that time of year when kids are creating their lists and checking them twice.

Streets are filled with decorations, Christmas specials are on TV, and kids dream about snowy days and new video games. This “most wonderful” time of the year, however, also is a most distracting and stressful time of the year, especially if you are a student.

School does not slow down during the holidays; rather, it amps up. Final exams are taken, long-term projects are due, and essential last-minute tasks are assigned as the semester comes to an end. There also are holiday tournaments, family events and peer parties. Combine an increased workload along with many distracting activities, and kids can lose focus – and grades can suffer.

In general, most students struggle to balance school and extracurriculars. The holidays, however, provide additional opportunities for students to go astray. A key for students staying on task is to avoid being overwhelmed. With parental assistance, kids should set a schedule designating times to study and times to enjoy the festivities.

Teens end up wasting mental energy because they are not in the correct state of mind to attack their academic assignments. It can be difficult for teens to prioritize work and strike a better balance between schoolwork and holiday fun. Regular checkins with mom or dad, especially during the holidays, can assist kids with making appropriate adjustments. During the holidays, unforeseen activities often distract students from their studies.

The proper ambiance also is particularly important during this season of distraction. The study area should be stocked with pens, pencils, paper and other essential aids such as healthy snacks and beverages. Sitting at a desk in a well-lit room also is more conducive to learning than lounging on a comfortable couch. Light background music can assist with focus, but upbeat holiday songs should be avoided until homework is complete.

Parents, too, can bolster academic productivity by joining the study-time fun. Sit at the desk alongside your student, and bring your work to the table. This not only models good habits but also provides a unique bond as families unite to do work before engaging in play. Additionally, your student will be less likely to text, Facebook or Skype with a parent in the room.

Finals are finished, school is over, and it is time to take a breather. An essential way to recharge and re-motivate is to enjoy the holidays and focus on the family. Shift away from the daily stresses of school and work to create a new family tradition. Get everyone together to bake holiday cookies, prepare a special breakfast or take a trip to the ice rink. Special times create lifelong memories that outlast the temporary enjoyment provided by expensive or trendy gifts. Yes, kids want presents, but they also want to be part of a family.

Life is always hectic. The holidays can, however, allow families to temporarily leave behind the daily grind and spend time focusing on one another. The food is great, the atmosphere is special, and relaxation is encouraged – it truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Happy holidays!

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Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs

By Alecia Humphreys

Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs plays many roles. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, journalist and marketing professional; the founder and president of professional development company Polished; a contributor to various TV and radio stations; and more. However, her already long list of achievements didn’t stop her from working toward a professional and person goal she set nearly two decades ago: to write a children’s book. This past June, Schnoebelen Imbs released I Love You More Than Most, a children’s book that journeys through a child’s development from toddler to young adult with a mother who displays gentle reassurances of love and security.

“It’s such a wonderful feeling to cross it off my bucket list,” Schnoebelen Imbs says. “I encourage anyone who has a goal, whether it’s writing a book or taking that special vacation, to do it. Make the time before it’s too late. You don’t want to have regrets.”

Ladue News recently spoke with Schnoebelen Imbs about her literary debut (illustrated by J.P. Roberts), her plans for the future and more.

What inspired you to write I Love You More Than Most?

I raised three children, and as a parent, I recognize children are special gifts. Parenting is the toughest job, yet we have the responsibility of raising a well-rounded child, one who will learn how to adapt to changing circumstances. I believe the best gifts you can give a child are love and security. Reinforcing that love and security with strong values and discipline throughout their “growing up” years provides a strong foundation for the child’s ultimate success as an adult.

Tell us more about the storyline.

I Love You More than Most is a children’s book that journeys a child’s development from toddler to young adult with a mother who displays gentle reassurances of love and security. Parent and child engage in a comforting ritual throughout the years reciting their special code – I love you; I love you more; I love you most – and building an indelible bond. What began as a mother instilling values and unyielding love for her child blossoms into an unexpected turn when her child ultimately comforts his mother with the same unwavering love he received from her.

What do you hope readers – both young and old – will get out of the book?

I hope the book resonates with parents and children, bringing a smile to their faces. Learning soft skills is a

As a local author, I recognize there are many other local authors and thousands of children’s books published throughout the country from other authors. lifelong process, and by reinforcing their importance from an early age, the parent will help prepare his/her child to succeed in school and beyond.

What officially made you want to write a book – and, more specifically, a children’s book?

As a professional development consultant, I see too often individuals in the workplace who lack soft skills – the people skills that propel you to a higher level of success. One of my objectives in writing this children’s book was to highlight the importance of a parent instilling critical soft skills like kindness and respect in their child and the child mirroring these behaviors throughout his/her development. Strong soft skills make way for success as an adult, often bringing leadership, confidence, excellent communication skills and other great personal attributes.

Will there be more books on the horizon?

Yes, I’m working on my next children’s book, which will have a focus on young girls and a can-do attitude.

You’ve certainly received some love from locals. What does the encouragement and support mean to you?

When your local community supports you, it means everything. As a local author, I recognize there are many other local authors and thousands of children’s books published throughout the country from other authors. To have stores willingly carry my book speaks volumes about their kindness. It has also reinforced the importance of shopping local and supporting our local retailers.

Where can the book be purchased?

My book is in many local retail stores, including Imagination Toys, The Woman’s Exchange, Ladue Pharmacy, Sallie Home, Sign of the Arrow, The Great Cover-Up and The Service Bureau. You can find a list of all retailers on my website, iloveyoumorethanmost. com, [as well as ordering through] Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis is planning an innovative new teen center in north St. Louis County set to open next fall.

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ith a mission to inspire and enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis has started an incredible new endeavor: the Ferguson Teen Center of Excellence.

Just one year after celebrating its 50th anniversary in St. Louis, the organization took the first official step in launching a $12.4 million facility that will house everything from a nutrition-education center to a maker space. The sum involved includes construction and three years of operating.

President Flint Fowler and nearly 150 other community supporters broke ground on the 26,856-square-foot building in September on the site of the former Ferguson Ponderosa.

Once a plan was formulated, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis launched a $25 million campaign to operate and partially sustain programs and services in north St. Louis County. As of Oct. 24, Fowler says the group is at about $17.7 million – all from a mix of private donations and corporate sponsorships.

After the official groundbreaking ceremony on Sept. 13, workers started initial foundation and cement work before winter arrives. They plan to open the facility at the start of the 2019-20 school year – in September or October of next year. The building’s design, done by local architecture and design firm ARCTURIS, includes a gymnasium, a teaching kitchen, a garden, a maker space/innovation center, an auditorium, a recording studio with video equipment, a game room,

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Flint Fowler, president of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis.

an art room and a fitness area. It will also include a counseling office, where a social worker can do intake work and meet one on one with individuals, small groups and families. It will offer after-school and summer programming to teens ages 12 to 18 in the North County area.

“We think it’s going to be a great attraction to the neighborhood,” Fowler says. “It’s one of the pieces it’s going to take to really transform that area. This is one of the first – if not the first – freestanding teen centers within the Boys & Girls Clubs family.”

But it’s been many years in the making. The idea of a Boys & Girls Clubs facility in the Ferguson area first surfaced around 2012, and Fowler and his team had been working on a growth strategy to start some clubs in North County with the Hazelwood School District. However, they couldn’t find a lot of traction. When Michael Brown was shot and killed in Ferguson in August 2014 and rioting began, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis began to get phone calls from concerned community members wanting safe spaces for their children to spend time outside of school. The organization received an initial call from the Ferguson Youth Initiative and opened a club in Ferguson Middle School in 2015.

“We expected around 110 to 115 kids, but we had about 260 that first year,” Fowler says. “That told us there was a major need.”

They subsequently opened a second club at a neighboring school in order to house the middle school kids and the elementary kids separately. The following year, the group opened a club in the Riverview Gardens School District and Highland Elementary – two of the schools that were impaired by the rioting.

“More needed to be done,” Fowler says. “We always had it in the back of our mind to build this facility.”

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis found that the missing element to these school-based clubs was the opportunity to serve teenagers. They decided to keep the school-based model for younger children and work on developing a space for teens that would be safe, attractive and pressure-free.

“In our research, teens like having their own space,” Fowler says. “They want to learn about career opportunities and get a chance to veg out with their friends. A number of teens in the area who aren’t participating in sports or other after-school activities are basically on their own until their parents get home from work. We wanted to be more intentional about serving that group.”

The location selected for the center gives the club an opportunity to serve

not only Ferguson-Florissant teens but also those from Dellwood, Normandy and Jennings, as it sits equidistant among all those cities. Fowler and his team then set out to build a space that allows teens to prepare for careers, teach them about leadership and give them a chance to practice healthy lifestyles. The St. Louis club convened a group called Great Think to “facilitate innovative public-private collaborations,” according to the organization’s website. Great Think brought together community leaders and representatives from colleges, the military, law enforcement, nutrition, education and health care, to name a few.

“We broke them up into groups and talked about what the club should look like if you’re doing it through a teen’s eye,” Fowler says.

The groups brought up incorporating all aspects of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math), along with providing the young people with opportunities for careers and broadening their understanding of what’s available to them.

“We plan to assess each member’s career interest and aptitude [to] align work experiences, speakers and other activities with the education and training necessary to that field,” Fowler says. “What do they have a knack for, and how can we match that up to long-term career interests, and what educational experiences or training do they need to get there? We want to line up their interests and skills and flood them with opportunities to learn more.”

Another important component that came out of the planning was the leadership and civic-engagement aspect.

“One of the great things we saw come out of [the Ferguson riots] was the large number of young people [who] wanted to become active in their community,” Fowler says. “We see a lot of leadership coming out of young people in these communities where safety and opportunity are at risk. They’re holding officials accountable and are understanding how their voice can be heard. We want them to think about the things they can do to make their neighborhood better.”

Personally, Fowler hopes the center brings hope to the young people who access it and will help them be more successful in school, pursue their interests and be agents of change.

“If they are hopeful and inspired, they can carry what they’ve learned out into the larger community,” he says. “I hope the center brings about a sense of community that we’re all there to work for the betterment of each other.”

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hai Table, which opened in September in Maplewood, showcases the spicy cuisine of northeastern Thailand.

The eatery comes from chef-owner Natthinee “Joy” Teerakawanid, who hails from Buriram, a town in that nation’s south-central area. Teerakawanid came to St. Louis nearly six years ago and decided to open her first restaurant in Maplewood, where she currently resides, because she noticed a lack of Thai food there.

Thai Table fills approximately 1,800 square feet and seats around 43. According to Teerakawanid, the interior sports a simple, cozy design meant to mimic the feeling of enjoying a meal at home. Images of food and

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scenes from Southeast Asia adorn Thai Table’s walls.

“I love to cook, and I love to spend lots of time in the kitchen,” says Teerakawanid, who learned her culinary skills at an early age from her grandmother and has been developing her own repertoire of recipes ever since. “For the food at Thai Table, I try to make the food the way I make it at home.”

Many of the dishes, characteristically, taste spicy, fortified with homegrown fresh Thai chili peppers and dried spices that are toasted and ground in-house.

Traditional dishes are made like their street-food counterparts, including such staples as pad thai and pad kra pow, with stir-fried ground chicken, bell peppers, white onion and Thai basil in spicy basil

By Mabel Suen sauce, topped with a fried egg.

A popular appetizer pick at Thai Table is lettuce wraps with iceberg lettuce, vermicelli noodles and stir-fried ground chicken and carrots, served with spicy lime sauce. Entrée specialties include ghang ped bhed yang, duck curry with roasted duck, coconut milk, red curry paste, pineapple and grape tomatoes. Another highlight, massaman beef, features tender, slow-cooked beef in that variety of curry, coconut milk, peanuts, potatoes and white onions.

Some of Teerakawanid’s personal favorites include som tam, a salad made of fresh green papaya, carrots, tomatoes, Thai chilis, lime, tamarind dressing and peanuts, as well as nam tok – flame-grilled sliced beef

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or pork tossed in a spicy lime dressing with ground toasted rice, red onions, green onions and cilantro, served with sticky rice and fresh vegetables.

Hungry yet? If so, make sure to try the Thai food tabled with love at Teerakawanid’s new eatery before catching Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas from The Playhouse @ Westport Plaza.

Desserts at Thai Table, finally, include sticky rice with Thai custard, coconut fried ice cream and house-made coconut cake. To drink, guests can choose from options including Thai tea, Thai coffee and bubble tea. Lunch specials are available Mondays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

“I want to make people happy with my food,” Teerakawanid says. “I make it taste just like the way it does in Thailand.”

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‌Story: There’s snow on the ground, there’s a chill in the air and the “Church Basement Ladies” are preparing for the 1959 Sunday School Christmas program at the rural Lutheran church in Minnesota where they congregate. All the reliable volunteers are there.

Brusque, elderly widow Mrs. Lars (Vivian) Snustad runs the kitchen; Mrs. Gilmer (Mavis) Gilmerson, a hardy woman with a ready smile and a faulty memory, does the heavy lifting for the group; Mrs. Elroy (Karin) Engelson is the fashion plate whose agreeable personality helps even out Vivian’s rough edges; and Karin’s teenage daughter, Beverly, chafes to be treated like an adult.

Pastor E.L. Gunderson makes frequent visits from church down to the basement to see how everything is progressing for the Christmas pageant. The pastor has been a widower for two years now, but a kindly woman named Helen often seems to be his favored topic of conversation these days; the ladies smile and glance at one another knowingly when he mentions her.

Well, wouldn’t you know it, it’s one calamity after another as some kid gets sick or another doesn’t show up and another freezes when it’s his turn to utter some lines. This Christmas pageant could very well be a disaster – but don’t count on that.

These ladies all have considerable experience at this hallowed rodeo and aren’t about to let down the congregants. Heck, they’ve done too much work, cooked too much food and made too many ornaments to allow that to happen.

Highlights: The close-knit Church Basement Ladies are back with plenty of holiday cheer and tuneful melodies in this third installment of the Church Basement Ladies franchise, doing their best to keep audiences in the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza in a jovial holiday mood.

Other Info: Like Church Basement Ladies, which played to appreciative audiences at this venue in 2017, this holiday prequel offers plenty of laughs, homespun philosophy and agreeable if lightweight songs to wile away two hours at a leisurely matinee performance.

Director Emily Clinger utilizes the notable talents of her quintet of players, all of whom have their moments to shine in this fluffy piece inspired by the books of Janet Letnes Martin and Suzann Nelson, including the best-seller Growing Up Lutheran.

It’s written by Greta Grosch and features music and lyrics by Drew Jansen, the latter of whom composed music and lyrics for the first five of the six Church Basement Ladies installments. Grosch penned the books for all five of the sequels but not the original.

Clinger’s amusing players, who capture the distinctive Minnesota accent courtesy of dialect coach Pam Reckamp, are led by Peggy Billo, whose rendition

of tight-lipped, iron-fisted Vivian is hilarious, stealing more than her share of scenes as she talks about “yinyer snaps” and drinks egg coffee (yuck).

Rosemary Harris brings plenty of humor herself as the absent-minded Mavis, always willing to lend a hand, even to the point of shopping at the “Catholic” grocery store for last-minute goodies. Lee Anne Mathews as Karin is the pillar of amiable strength for the ladies, nurturing her sweet daughter as well as complying with the wishes of the stubborn Vivian, a stickler for tradition.

Hollyn Gayle is delightful as Beverly, fighting to declare her independence and impending adulthood on one hand while chafing at the teasing she gets for the attention she receives from a local boy on the other.

As the pastor, Michael Jokerst shows the patient, low-key cleric’s affection for his congregation, careful to include virtually everyone in any of his compliments and also remarking affectionately about what his newfound friend Helen brings to the pageant. He can’t understand, though, what’s happened to Helen’s missing red high heels – or the new red hymnals, either.

If you enjoyed Church Basement Ladies, you’re sure to have fun with this holiday sequel, which, truth be told, is better in its first act than its second.

Ah, well, ’tis the season, and there’s sufficient merriment delivered by the Church Basement Ladies and their pastor.

Company: Emery Entertainment Venue: Playhouse @ Westport Plaza, 635 Westport Plaza Dates: Tuesdays through Sundays through Jan. 6 (matinees only, various times; Jan. 4 also 7:30 p.m.)

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Around Town

By Robyn Dexter

Thu., Dec. 6, to Sun., Dec. 9

The Fabulous Fox Theatre presents Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL. As performed by Omaha Community Playhouse’s touring wing, the Nebraska Theatre Caravan, this celebrated Charles Jones adaptation of Dickens’ tale of “Uncle” Ebenezer Scrooge abounds with thrilling ensemble music, color and movement, and tells this great and enduring story in a manner that people of all ages should enjoy. Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday also at 2 p.m., Sunday at 1 and 6 p.m. Tickets start at $20. fabulousfox.com.

Fri., Dec. 7, to Sun., Dec. 9

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra presents one of the most recognizable choral masterpieces of all time, HANDEL’S MESSIAH, at St. Louis’ revered Powell Hall. This timeless symbol of the Christmas season kicks off with a free pre-concert conversation at 7 p.m.

Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. St. Louis Symphony Chorus director Amy Kaiser leads the conversation with chorus members Lillian Pinto de Sá and Malachi Owens Jr. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday.

Tickets start at $25. slso.org.

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The St. Louis Artists’ Guild presents an exhibition at its Clayton headquarters that detects the structure of the physical world both seen and unseen, imagined and observed: “THE ESSENCE OF FORM.” Juror Fran Skiles has selected an all-media exhibition containing works of both abstraction and realism.

In particular, this exhibition highlights artists who capture form from a well-timed photograph, to the manipulation of paint, drawing media, fabric and clay, and a mixture of all of them. Gallery hours run Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. stlouisartistsguild.org.

Sun., Dec. 2

The Kranzberg Arts Foundation presents its inaugural “GOOD DEEDS” ART EXHIBITION AND SALE at The Grandel performing arts theater in St. Louis. The event showcases the work of visual artists who have recently exhibited in the foundation’s galleries, including Artists First, Sarah-Marie Land, Max Ahlborn, Andrea Henry Tharian, Tasha Burton, Stan Strembicki and Collin Elliott. 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Free. kranzbergartsfoundation.org.

Wed., Dec. 5, and Thu., Dec. 6

Jazz St. Louis and The Cabaret Project of St. Louis present CHRISTINE EBERSOLE & BILLY STRITCH: SNOWFALL at St. Louis’ Ferring Jazz Bistro.

Two-time Tony winner Ebersole’s chemistry with Grammy-winning songwriter, singer and pianist Stritch began when they performed on Broadway’s 42nd Street. She’s since added many more stage and screen successes, and he’s headlined famed Manhattan nightspots and performed with such musical titans as Tony Bennett and Liza Minnelli.

Snowfall, which premiered in 2017 at New York City’s famed Birdland Jazz Club, features Ebersole and Stritch’s signature tight harmonies, lush vocals and swinging takes on beloved seasonal classics.

Tickets start at $45. 7:30 p.m. jazzstl.org.

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Sat., Dec. 8

Sun., Dec. 2

The internationally acclaimed quartet Vocal Spectrum and the Parkway Southwest Middle School eighth-grade choir spotlight the St. Louis Civic Orchestra’s annual WINTER HOLIDAY CONCERT at Logan University’s Purser Center in Chesterfield. The orchestra performs a variety of holiday favorites at the concert. A favorite at each December performance is the singalong, in which audience members join the orchestra and its guest performers, Vocal Spectrum and the choir, to sing traditional holiday favorites. 3 p.m. $18 for adults, $12 for students/seniors. stlco.org.

St. Louis Classical Guitar presents guitarist JÉRÔME MOUFFE at The Ethical Society of St. Louis.

Mouffe, a virtuoso guitarist from Belgium, has dazzled international audiences with his passionate and spontaneous playing. He has performed throughout the United States and Western Europe as a soloist and chamber musician, excelling specifically in performances of early 19th-century virtuoso music. His program here – his St. Louis debut – includes some bravura music original to the guitar, such as works by Giulio Regondi and transcriptions of works by Claude Debussy and Frédéric Chopin. 8 p.m. $28. stlclassicalguitar.org.

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Local entrepreneur April Riley Tate creates colorful, quirky stuffed toys for little hands.

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pril Riley Tate’s Etsy shop describes her as a “toymaker and draw-er of silly things.” The online shop that she established in 2009, Riley Construction, features “modern handmade rag dolls and stuffed animals.” Riley Tate’s whimsical creations attract shoppers looking for unique products vetted by Riley Tate’s own children, nieces and nephews.

Riley Tate notes that she is not her family’s first creative entrepreneur. “My family is full of small-business owners and craftspeople,” she says. “My dad is a carpenter – he is the ‘real’ Riley Construction – and my mom is a teacher and artist. I grew up in a home where people created, painted, sewed, built things, gardened … It seemed so natural to me that I would have a creative business of my own at some point.”

When Riley Tate’s now-12-year-old son was a toddler, she began designing plush toys for him, remembering how precious her own handmade keepsakes from her mother and grandmothers are to her now. “My son is a talented artist, and he and I collaborate on projects all the time,” she says. “Recently, he’s been making polymer clay minis that correspond with my designs.”

Riley Construction is best known for its mermaids, as well as “furmaids” and “purrmaids,” bears and cats sporting mermaid tails. Because the items are handmade, there are limited quantities of some designs. The shop currently features plush pizzas with smiley faces, and previous items, which sold out earlier this year, included plush campfires and s’mores, Halloween jack-o’-lanterns and candy corn, and an array of plush picnic goodies such as cookies and hot dogs.

The dolls begin as sketches that Riley Tate doodles “when I’m forced to sit still somewhere.” From the initial sketch, she creates an original pattern and constructs the dolls from cotton, yarn and embroidery, incorporating modern textiles and color combinations.

Prices start at $25 for plush toys, and less-expensive items include coloring sheets and sewing patterns based on Riley Tate’s designs. Furmaids and purrmaids are 12 inches tall, and many designs are ready to ship. Mermaids are 16 inches tall, and customers can select hair and body colors. These custom orders take about two weeks to complete.

Riley Tate loves quirky combinations. “The mermaids are a childhood love of mine,” she says. “I let the fabrics talk to me when I create mermaids, mixing prints and colors in unexpected combinations. Furmaids were a natural progression from mermaids. I had been drawing all sorts of silly mermaid-animal combos on scratch paper, and I just felt like they needed to be brought to life.”

One of Riley Tate’s newest designs, which will be available for the holidays, is Rebel, a “retro-punk version of Rosie the Riveter,” she says. “I hand-draw tattoos on Rebel that reflect the individual personality of each doll. Basically, she’s the tough-looking girl who is actually a fiercely protective and sensitive friend. I like characters that don’t fit into a mold.”

Limited-edition mermaids and new furmaid combos are also in the works, along with some boy character dolls. “I’m only making small batches this season, so shoppers will be able to find current pieces in my Etsy shop,” Riley Tate says. “I try to give folks a heads-up on new designs by posting them on Instagram.”

New products will be debuting throughout the holidays in the Etsy shop, and shoppers who want to handle and purchase a mermaid, furmaid or other plush creation from Riley Tate in person can find her at A Happy Little Holiday Market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., this Saturday, Dec. 1, at Webster University’s Grant Gymnasium.

When asked what she enjoys most about her work, Riley Tate says it’s “the simple joy of creating and designing, seeing the look of pure happiness on a child’s face when [he or she] picks out something special from my booth. [It’s] meeting wonderful, quirky kids and connecting with them [and] reminding people of their own childhood loves.”

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