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EDITOR WHEN I WAS A STUDENT AT SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY, MY friends and I had a tradition: During the stressful finals week each winter, we took a break from our studies–no matter how many papers we had to write or exams we had to study for–and spent an afternoon at Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park. After lacing our rented skates and stepping onto the rink, it didn’t matter which of us were talented figure skaters and which could hardly stand upright (no comment on which category I fell into). What mattered was that we were enjoying the sunshine and holiday music together, far away from our books.

I’m glad to say we all passed those exams, and these days the holidays bring a different kind of stress: planning logistics for which family members will make it into town, tying up loose ends at work, cleaning, decorating, shopping and wrapping gifts.

Although many things have changed, Steinberg remains a tradition for many St. Louisans, and in this issue we explore the historic ice rink in our Winter Wonderland feature. The story begins

From all of us at Ladue News, happy holidays!

Lisa de los Reyes, Managing Editor

Editor’s Corner The word around town The Repertory

Missouri Foundation for Health

Theatre of St. Louis

recently honored Sr. Anne Francioni,

was recently granted

director of Whole Kids Outreach, with the

a $15,000 Art Works

2015 Dr. Corinne Walentik Leadership in

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Health Award. The award, now in its third

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in 1999. The nonprofit is dedicated to

million designated by

ensuring kids receive the health care and

the NEA for 2016, will be

services needed for a healthy future. A

put toward a production

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of “Satchel Paige and the Kansas City Swing,” which runs March 16

Webster University was ranked sixth in the nation (tied with Gonzaga

to April 10. The play

University) among masters-level institutions for study abroad opportunities by

tells the story of Negro

the Institute of International Education’s annual Open Doors Report. The ranking

League pitcher Satchel

is a tally of students who go on long-term trips abroad as part of their studies.

Paige. For details or

The university also was ranked third in Missouri. And this isn’t the school’s first

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on page 81.

ln We’re Sorry: On page 10 of our Dec. 11 issue, we misstated a holiday deal being offered by Giovanni’s Kitchen in the

Colonial Marketplace. The restaurant is

offering 15 percent off $50 or more gift cards. Also, on page 32 of that issue, we

should have listed the date of the St. Louis Learning Disabilities Association’s golf tournament as May 19, 2016.

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is the season to be jolly at The Gatesworth. The variety of holidaythemed events multiply in December, eclipsing the community’s usual tally of musical offerings and themed parties.

Program director Kathy Davis notes that between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, holiday spirits are brightened by traditional events like Breakfast with Santa and the Snow Princess and a newer favorite Winter Carnival.

The Gatesworth celebrates the season of Hanukkah with the lighting of the menorah. Over the eight nights, a different resident leads the candle-lighting service, which ends with Hanukkah songs.

The community also recently hosted its Winter Carnival, an event designed for families, friends and children featuring house-baked holiday cookies, hot

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cocoa, snacks and cider. Davis says this annual event is for “the child in all of us” and features two and a half hours of music and entertainment.

This year, Winter Carnival featured Bob Kramer’s Marionnettes, and their Christmas Fantasies Show. “You can’t take your eyes off the puppets,” Davis says.

Also on the bill: acrobats from Circus Harmony, Christian the Magician and a fabulous troupe called Celia’s Yuletide Express.

Coming up on Sat., Dec. 19, is The Gatesworth’s Holiday Affair, an evening of music and a selection of signature specials for dinner.

On that night, the chef doesn’t serve the regular menu – it’s all about house specialties plated on a beautiful serpentine table, enabling residents to select what they want for dinner.

The Gatesworth will have music throughout the holiday season, with a classical duo or trio Christmas night.

New Year’s Eve tops off the holiday party calendar.

“We say goodbye to the old year and sing ‘Auld Lang Syne’ with the band, along with a toast to the new year,” Davis says. “It’s all about being able to do the things you loved doing during the holidays when you lived at your house or condo.”

Gatesworth resident Catalina “Katy” Jamieson has spent 18 years at The Gatesworth, making her its longest-staying resident. She loves the holiday season in the community, noting Breakfast with Santa and the beautiful Thanksgiving they hosted.

“The people who run this place and work here are wonderful,” she says. “There’s no better place to be.”

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he Saint Louis Art Museum recently hosted its annual dinner honoring the members of its Beaux Arts Council. Guests enjoyed cocktails in Taylor Hall in the museum’s new East Building, before being ushered into Sculpture Hall for dinner. The Beaux Arts Council is a group of individuals whose dedication to the Saint Louis Art Museum helps maintain this worldclass institution. Allison Roberts and Barbara Roberts served as event chairs.

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I think to support the Art Museum through the Beaux Arts Council is very special because the museum is a real jewel for St. Louis.”

— KEN KREH, VP OF ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS (SHOWN WITH WIFE DOTTIE)

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Missouri History Museum

THOMAS JEFFERSON SOCIETY DINNER

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t was an exciting night at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park as the 33rd annual Thomas Jefferson Society dinner was held in the Grand Hall. Along with honoring the individuals and organizers in the Society whose support is critical to continuing and expanding the work of the museum, a special honor was given to a local civil rights legend.

Recipient of the Thomas Jefferson Award was Frankie Muse Freeman. For more than 60 years, Freeman has been a lawyer, civil rights advocate, charitable and civic board member, presidential appointee and now author, with the release of her memoir, “A Song of Faith and Hope.�

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Joan Briccetti, Carol North, Karen Goering, Laura Cohen, Mary Ann Kroeck

(The Missouri History Museum is) a wonderful institution that is a key ingredient of our community, not only teaching about the history of St. Louis, but it’s a way we can communicate with each other and understand the different cultures that are all part of St. Louis.

—RICHARD JENSEN, CHAIR OF SUBDISTRICT COMMISSION FOR THE MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM

Ida Woolfolk, Sarah Edward, Dr. Johnetta Craig

Ted Atwood, Kathleen Wood, Elissa and Paul Cahn

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Friends of Kids with Cancer

FASHION SHOW AND BOUTIQUE

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he Friends of Kids with Cancer Fashion Show and Boutique is going strong in its 23rd year with both a luncheon and dinner show, at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. With fashions hand-picked from Mister Guy and Dillard’s, the fashion show models, who also are patients, rocked the catwalk along with parents and special guest models. Funds raised at the event support Friends of Kids with Cancer’s mission to provide children undergoing cancer treatment with educational, emotional and recreational support.

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Our involvement with Friends of Kids with Cancer is so meaningful because it gives us the ability to give back to children in such a meaningful way and give them the opportunity to have experiences that they otherwise wouldn’t have during their time with serious illness.

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Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma

HOPE AND HEALING GALA

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n a city of immigrants, the Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma plays an essential role in facilitating the healing process for refugee and immigrant families forced from their homelands due to war and violence. St. Louis’ history of taking in immigrants from war-torn countries means that the essential services provided by the center will be in even greater demand in the coming years. To support the Center, the fourth annual Hope and Healing Award gala was held at the St. Louis City Center Hotel, with Westminster College president Benjamin Akande serving as keynote speaker. Ron Klutho received the Jean Abbott Hope and Healing Award for his work in the refugee community for more than 20 years.

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It’s a special honor (to serve as keynote speaker) because what we’re doing here tonight is that we’re giving hope to the hopeless, and we’re helping fellow human beings who are coming from very difficult conditions and we’re enabling them to find a home, to find their place in St. Louis. It’s very special to me and I’m honored to be here with my wife.

—DR. BENJAMIN AKANDE, PRESIDENT OF WESTMINSTER UNIVERSITY (SHOWN WITH HIS WIFE, BELLA)

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or 30 years, the Animal Health Foundation has worked to support research and discoveries in the fight against equine laminitis, and Dr. Donald Walsh has been there every step of the way. He was presented with the Founders award at the 30th Anniversary Celebration at the Sheldon Concert Hall. Guests enjoyed cocktails and dinner while celebrating Dr. Walsh’s work before making their way to the concert hall to enjoy the singing of jazz vocalist Denise Thimes, along with a performance from comedian Tom Papa.

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All of us that are horse owners are plagued with (laminitis), so all of us are willing to do as much as we can or give as much as we can to try and work toward finding a cure...We are so close in a lot of ways to a cure for laminitis that I feel we are going to see something in the next three to five years. —MIKE MORGAN, BOARD MEMBER AND VICE PRESIDENT

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EarthWays Center

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he sixth annual Green Ball rolled out the green carpet in the Delmar Loop to welcome the green-minded movers and shakers of St. Louis for a night of fun philanthropy. Presented by Moonrise Hotel, Green Ball 2015 benefited the EarthWays Center, a division of the Missouri Botanical Garden that promotes sustainability through environmental education and improving the built environment.

Guests enjoyed locally sourced and organic appetizers, craft beer, regional wine and artisanal cocktails prepared by Eclipse Restaurant, plus tasting tables from some of the region’s hottest food purveyors.

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“It was such an honor to be able to attend the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Green Ball and participate in the green fashion contest!

The event gave me the perfect outlet to use my creativity, not only to celebrate sustainable living, but also to promote awareness regarding the invasive species honeysuckle. My hope is that this honeysuckle dress will encourage others to think creatively and innovatively about how we can use this invasive plant, so that we may restore balance to our ecosystem!”

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uests at the third annual Ollie Hinkle I Heart Food and Wine event enjoyed offerings from more than 20 restaurants, as well as tastings of some 250 fine wines and beer from local breweries. Founded

by Jennifer and Mark Hinkle in memory of their son Ollie, who suffered from a congenital heart defect, the event benefits the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation.

The foundation is dedicated to fighting congenital heart defects by raising funds for the most promising research, spreading awareness, and showing love and support to the children and families affected by congenital heart disease.

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They’re kind of my lifeline. I say I don’t need a therapist because I have the heart community.

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he Missouri Veterans History Project held its first Legacy Jubilee at the Highlands Golf and Tennis Club in Forest Park. The MVHP is a nonprofit that interviews and records the stories of military veterans.

Veterans of all eras and theaters, combat or not, are welcome to participate. Veterans are interviewed at no cost and receive a copy of their interview, which is also sent to the State Historical Society and becomes part of the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress. As part of the festivities, guests participated in a silent auction and a raffle.

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(The meaningful part of this project for me was that) I got to sit with my grandfather, Joe Micah. I always heard stories, but to see him tell it first-hand and have him go back in time like that was something I’ll never forget.

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Berry Merry Brilliant scarlet fruits in abundance on ‘Red Sprite’ winterberry at the Missouri Botanical Garden.

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purchased it this year for my Thanksgiving florals, but need to find a spot to grow it in my garden.

he leaves have all fallen now and let the deciduous hollies expose their brilliant treasures. Unlike their evergreen kin, these natives and their cultivars drop their foliage cloaks to reveal slender gray limbs bedecked with abundant bright berries. Birds leave them alone until the fruits ferment in late winter, so they can brighten a dreary winter landscape for a couple of months. Bring some joy into your winter garden by selecting a few to try on the edge of your woodlands or in front of a dark evergreen backdrop.

Native Possum Haw Hollies The other deciduous hollies worth mentioning are the cultivars of the possum haw holly (Ilex decidua).

Native to the eastern U.S., most grow as small trees.

‘Red Escort’ is the male pollinator for these graceful ladies.  ‘Memphis Belle’ is a weeping cultivar selected in Tennessee.  ‘Red Cascade’ is popular for large, abundant, bright red berries and a slightly flowing form.  ‘Warren’s Red’ may reach 20 feet as an upright small tree. Stunning when the leaves drop.  ‘Sentry’ is a more upright selection, but requires pruning to maintain a neat shape.

Winterberry Hollies (Ilex verticillata cultivars)

This showy fruit may be in your garden already, but learn to recognize and remove this “bad berry,” the invasive bush honeysuckle.

 ‘Berry Poppins’ is a foot taller, reaching 4 feet in height. Prolific fruit set.  ‘Maryland Beauty’ is a superior fruiting selection that will grow to 5 feet in 10 years. 2008 HSA Holly of the Year.  ‘Afterglow’ is an orange-red cultivar that makes a great mass planting about 6 feet tall. Look for this in full color behind the statue of Henry Shaw by Tower Grove House. A Missouri Plant of Merit.  ‘Winter Red’ is the industry standard for cut branches for the floral trade. Straight stems make it easy to work with in arrangements.  ‘Winter Gold’ holly is a branch sport of ‘Winter Red’ that has stunning apricot orange berries. I

A Harem of Hollies Most folks don’t realize that hollies come in two sexes. Male hollies have insignificant little white flowers with anthers to provide the pollen that the female hollies require to make berries. Without adequate pollination, fruiting will be poor. As the flowers and foliage of deciduous hollies are not noteworthy, and good berry load is the showstopper, be sure to include those nondescript males somewhere in the back row. The rule of thumb is to plant one male holly for every five to 10 females. In a mass planting, the male is usually buried in the middle of the mass and just disappears from sight. Select males of the same species group and bloom time. For example, a hedgerow might contain 30 ‘Berry Poppins’ female hollies and three to five ‘Mr. Poppins’ pollinators.

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My favorite hollies are the deciduous Ilex verticillata selections. They lose their leaves in November, leaving stark, woody stems studded with brilliant red fruit that adds spark to the gray winter landscape. The species is native to the Bootheel, where it grows on bluffs and in streambeds. Adaptable to many growing conditions, some winterberries may spread by suckering to form dense thickets. Most commercial cultivars have been selected for superior berry load and form. Relatively slow-growing, these plants offer much for long-term landscaping and will rarely crowd out other plantings.

They are best used as individual specimens for color punctuation or as mass plantings for a really bright winter zing. Many selections may be viewed at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Pollinate with ‘Jim Dandy,’ ‘Skipjack’ or ‘Southern Gentleman.’  ‘Red Sprite’ is a slow-growing dwarf, maturing around 3 feet. There is a nice row of them along the north foundation of the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Ridgway Visitor Center. 2010 Holly Society of America (HSA) Holly of the Year and a Missouri Plant of Merit.

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By Robyn Dexter ‌The holidays are a busy time of year. We’re planning holiday parties, shopping for gifts, spending time with family and friends, and wrapping up things at work to make time for the season’s festivities.

Somewhere in all the hustle, gifts need to be wrapped up, too. For many, this can be a chore and a hassle. Other people, like Emily Barlean, consider it an art form.

Just this year, Barlean founded Wrap It Up, a giftwrapping service. She’s been wrapping presents for years and works full time as a marketing director for a local financial company.

“I just recently decided to venture out and see if I could do gift-wrapping for the general public,” she says.

Her job got her thinking about how often people are willing to pay for convenience services. For example, she says, oftentimes she’ll pay extra to have something shipped to her, rather than to go pick it up. “It seems to be a service people are interested in,” she says.

Wrap It Up has a flat fee of $10 per gift that includes ribbon, bow, gift wrap and gift tags. Adding a box costs an additional $2, and embellishments cost an additional $1 per embellishment. Barlean also offers bulk discounts, which can be found on her website.

Barlean says her service is marketed to three types of people: the busy bee, the wrapping amateur and the overachiever. She classifies the busy bee as someone who needs a bunch of gifts wrapped and doesn’t have the time. The wrapping amateur may have an oddly shaped gift they can’t figure out how to wrap, and the overachiever is looking to really “wow” their family with the perfect themed gift.

Gift-wrapping is an important task, but Barlean has a few things to keep in mind while wrapping. “First, really personalize the fit to make it match the person you’re giving it to,” she says. “I ask my clients about the recipient. Things like a monogram or initials can really make a person feel special. It’s all in the details.”

She notes that a beautifully wrapped gift can heighten anticipation for the person opening it. It should be both beautiful and easy to open.

Oddly shaped gifts can be a challenge for Barlean, but nothing is impossible for her. “I recently had a client who had a coat rack they wanted wrapped. I had no idea where to start, but I figured it out. Oddly shaped gifts are fun to wrap because they’re like a puzzle,” she says.

Barlean’s favorite designs to work with change with seasons and trends. For this holiday season, she says she’s “obsessed” with the look of light-brown and other neutral paper as a base because “it’s like a blank canvas to work with.” She calls bows and trinkets “the fun part” and loves talking with her clients about how to really personalize the exterior of a gift.

And this isn’t just a wintertime gig. Barlean will keep her business up year-round with weddings, birthdays and other special occasions, though she anticipates this time of year to be busiest.

She offers a 48-hour turnaround on gifts, with most of her time spent on the creative process, rather than

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the physical act of wrapping.

“I spend most of the time thinking up the design,” she says. “It’s especially important with multiple gifts in a set, because they have to be unique, but match a theme. The actual wrapping doesn’t take too long. I have a good system.”

So how does she figure out what a customer wants?

“I’ll get an initial order form from my website with the size, kind of occasion and the customer’s contact info,” she says. “I’ll give them a call, and we’ll talk about their vision for the gifts.”

For those doing their wrapping at home, Barlean’s biggest tip is to not get caught up in the idea of flashy gift wrap.

“I would recommend going with a solid color or classy base design,” she says. “Then, it’s fun to focus on embellishments. The hot glue gun is your best friend.”

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Burning bright Three St. Louis candle-makers bring the scents of the season to your home with festive holiday offerings.

K Hall Candles

By Brittany Nay Photos by Sarah Conard

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ith the holidays now at their height, shoppers are clamoring to find the right gifts. Luckily, St. Louis has a host of handcrafted goods – like locally made candles from Washington Ave Post, Maven and K. Hall Designs – to warm up everyone on your “nice” list. LN caught up with these local artisans to sniff out how they create all those natural and festive scents, from Christmas Island to Siberian Fir – and even Santa Farts.

K. Hall Designs

Designed, developed and made in St. Louis from a mix of vegetables grown in the USA, K. Hall Designs’ natural soy wax blend candles are carrying on the tradition of high-quality and uniquely handcrafted home fragrances and personal goods the company was founded on in 1998.

Each K. Hall candle is hand-poured, made of a natural soy wax blend and 100-percent paraffin-free, says Katie Sackman, who handles graphic design and product development for the business. The company avoids paraffin wax – a petroleum byproduct that is created from the sludge waste when crude oil is refined into gasoline – commonly used in candles. “We use a natural soy wax blend, a nontoxic, renewable resource that burns slower – up to 30 to 50 percent longer – and cooler than paraffin wax candles,” Sackman says.

Through the years, K. Hall has grown to three retail stores – in Brentwood and Frontenac in St. Louis, as well as in Chicago. The business also recently introduced a lemon-sage line. “It is a wonderful, crisp citrus scent that has quickly become a customer favorite,” Sackman says.

K. Hall’s holiday candle fragrances – available for $30 per 16-ounce handcrafted glass container, with a burn time of up to 100 hours – include Johnny Apple Spice, Sweet Orange & Cassia and Siberian Fir, all of them designed to make dismal winter evenings more fragrant and tolerable.

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Washington Ave Post

This holiday season, the scents of Santa Farts, Elf Sweat and Reindeer Poo are wafting through Washington Ave Post.

The downtown St. Louis family-owned urban market offers an eclectic and environmentally friendly line of seasonal candles, hand-poured in the kitchens of owners Jennifer Ray and her mother, Karen Carty. But it took some experimenting to find the perfect formula. “First, we purchased candles from online sites,” Ray says. “Finally, we found a woman in Illinois who made them, but she was unable to keep up with our demand.

So we decided to learn how to pour candles ourselves. It took a year and a lot of trial and error. But now we are very happy with our results.”

Made with soy wax, cotton core wicks and fragrance, the biodegradable candles burn cleaner and longer – about 70 hours for the 12-ounce jar – than traditional candles. “We avoid zinc core wicks that are typically used for paraffin wax candles and use glass that is made in the U.S.,” Ray says.

“We also like to reuse our jars, and we offer a 50-cent incentive for each empty jar customers bring back when purchasing new candles.”

The popularity of the candles – available in the shop and online through Etsy for $13 per 12-ounce jar and $6.50 per 6-ounce tin – has helped the market grow through the years. Consumers can choose from classic and seasonal scents, with core offerings including olive, sea salt and lotus blossom, lavender and sage, and Egyptian amber. Ray adds that Washington Ave Post also offers its candles at farmers’ markets and events like Etsy’s Handmade Marketplace Craft Show.

For the holidays, the shop has whimsical scents with funny names, such as Santa Farts, which emits the sweet smell of fresh-baked sugar cookies; Elf Sweat, described as a mix of bubbly soda and holiday candy; and Reindeer Poo, featuring eucalyptus, pine, geranium, cedar wood and patchouli, capturing the scent of the outdoors in the winter. Traditional winter fragrances, including cranberry marmalade, blue spruce and frosted pine, also are available.

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Maven

Kate Bethel’s candle-making began as a hobby in her home before she decided to deliver her creations to the masses. Since 2007, her downtown Maplewood shop, Maven, has grown from a one-woman operation to a staff of six, with product sales not only at the retail store, but also across the country to wholesale clients, including breweries, doctors’ offices, tattoo parlors, hotels and resorts.

Hand-poured soy wax candles are among the array of environmentally friendly and paraben-free beauty and wellness products offered at Maven. “The soy is American-grown and -farmed, supporting domestic farmers and distributors,” Bethel says. “Soy wax is more environmentally friendly – unlike paraffin wax, which is made of petroleum and burns at a hotter rate.” Soy wax candles are recommended for people with respiratory issues and allergies because it is cleaner-burning, she adds.

“And we wick each candle with untreated wooden wicks, which burn more evenly than cotton wicks.”

An array of staple scents – such as Don Draper, with notes of juniper, gin martini and bay rum; My Boyfriend’s T-Shirt, a fresh blend of clean linen and cologne; and Pink Cleopatra, a feminine mix of Egyptian musk and red currant – are available in 16-ounce jars for $24 and have a burn time of 90 hours. The 2015 holiday selection includes Christmas Island, an evergreen, lime and citrus blend; Christmas Coquito, a Puerto Ricanstyle eggnog; Pink Snowflake, a jasmine, magnolia and mint mix; and Winter Timber, a traditional pine fragrance.

Maven, 7290 Manchester Road, Maplewood, 314-645-1155, mavenstl.com

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esiding on almost 2 acres of gorgeous landscaping, this handsome brick abode in Wildwood awaits you. The property invites you in with clean, modern lines, 10-inch ceilings and a wall of windows, offering a picturesque view of the wooded area. Just outside lies a lush scene with a secluded backyard spread, featuring a stone patio, appealing pool and hot tub. Turn to the kitchen, and you’ll find it easy to imagine yourself preparing a delicious meal on the quartz countertops, surrounded by cherry cabinets. Make your way to the master suite with high ceilings, with a sitting room and lavish bath that you are sure to enjoy. Continue exploring inside, and you’ll find yourself drawn to the incredible walkout lower-level, complete with a spacious media room, game room, exercise room and recreation area with wet bar. This welcoming residence exudes elegance at every corner and invites you to stay.

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CBG was formed in 2001 with the merger of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (originally the Ira E. Berry Company, founded in 1939) and Gundaker Realtors (founded in 1968). The associates of the Town and Country office rank among the area’s most experienced retail professionals, with special expertise in the central corridor.

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Scent

Subtleties

By Amy Koehler

‌Fragrances can be one of the hardest items to buy as a gift. Unless the recipient has requested a specific brand, it can be an utterly impossible task.

Fragrances are one of the most personal items a person wears. They smell distinct to each individual, and to quote Christian Dior, “A woman’s perfume tells more about her than her handwriting.” So how do you purchase a fragrance for someone else?

Buy a fragrance similar to her usual fragrance.

Find another fragrance with similar notes to which the giftee gravitates. If she typically wears something soft and fruity, you would not want to buy her something deep and mysterious. Stay within the same style of fragrance. And if all else fails, pick a similar defining note that stands out and buy something else with that note. Any experienced fragrance associate at your favorite retailer should be able to assist you.

People with certain personality types are drawn to specific fragrances.

This is correct about 90 percent of the time: If your giftee is quiet and subdued, and doesn’t like flashy accessories or loud prints, then you can be certain she will like a soft fragrance that has a clean finish, such as Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue, Marc Jacobs’ Daisy or Dior’s J’Adore Voile de Parfum.

If the recipient is playful in nature, has a kind disposition and tends to wear whimsical clothing in pastel colors, she usually will like soft, fruity fragrances, such as Chanel’s Chance Eau Tendre, Dior’s Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet or Lancôme’s La Vie Est Belle.

People who have a demanding job or will wear a bold lip or flashy accessories are usually drawn to a scent with more powerful floral notes, like Dior’s J’Adore, Gucci’s Flora or Valentino’s Valentina Eau de Parfum.

A lady that loves to wear dark colors, sport bold prints or display a sexy silhouette with a vibrant personality will be drawn to fragrances with a deep, sensual finish including Victor&Rolf’s Flowerbomb, Thierry Mugler’s Angel or Dior’s Hypnotic Poison.

In the end, if you find a fragrance she falls in love with, you will be remembered forever. The gift of a beautiful fragrance is the gift that keeps on giving to everyone she comes in contact with for years to come.

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The Look

Pink and black This soft and cozy knit coat is perfect for just about any occasion.

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Animal Print An animal print coat doesn’t have to feel wild – it’s a classic!

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Faux Fur This faux fur jacket is ethical and cool!

BB Dakota fur chubby coat, $120; 7 For All Mankind coated jeans, $198; Rebecca Minkoff clutch, $95; Kendra Scott Corley earrings, $90; all from Cha Boutique

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Vintage red Nothing says holiday like a cherry-red coat with fur trim – and this charming vintage number guarantees you’ll make a statement.

Edward An vintage coat, $98; BCBG vintage dress, $60; Sutton Lasater earrings, $45; Manolo Blahnik heels, $198, all from Byrd Designer Consignment Boutique (byrdstyle.com)

the Look

black bow Everyone needs a black coat, but the giant bow on this one is what makes it stand out.

Kate Spade bow neck wool coat, $698; Kate Spade V-neck dress, $448; Kate Spade earrings, $58; Kate Spade mini Nora bag, $198, all from Kate Spade (katespade.com)

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weddings& Engagements

By Amanda Dahl

Grace Greenhall & Nicholas Gaspari ‌Mrs. Jessica (and James) Godfrey Jr. of Ladue is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Grace Dowell Greenhall, to Nicholas Patrick, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alviro and Marie Gaspari of Westchester, Pennsylvania. Dr. and Mrs. George H. and Jacki Dowell Jr. of St. Louis also look forward to their granddaughter’s wedding on May 21, 2016, in Philadephia.

The bride-to-be graduated from Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School in 2006.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in history from Boston College, where she graduated cum laude in 2010. Grace went on to attend Pepperdine University’s School of Law, where she again graduated cum laude with her juris doctorate. She currently works as an associate in commercial litigation at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney.

The future groom also attended Boston College, where he graduated in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in history. He currently works at the Pennsylvania-based energy investment advisory firm Harvest Fund Advisors.

The couple met in Philadelphia, where they work and reside, through fellow Boston College alumni. While in Venice, Nicholas proposed to Grace on his parents’ 35th wedding anniversary. They plan to return to the City on Water for their honeymoon.

To have your wedding or engagement featured in Ladue News, contact Amanda Dahl at 314-269-8833 or laduenewsweddings@gmail.com.

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By Amanda Dahl

lizabeth (Beth) Ann Donovan and Nicholas (Nick) Chad Matheis led such similar lives, it’s a complete mystery how their paths did not cross sooner. From growing up within the same neighborhood to attending neighboring high schools (St. Joseph’s Academy and De Smet Jesuit) and even attending University of Missouri – Columbia around the same time, it would have seemed simple for their orbits to intersect. Yet it wasn’t until December 2013 when fate finally intervened. The pair at last met through family introductions at a Christmas party in their hometown of St. Louis.

Despite the length of time it took for Beth and Nick to meet, there was an undeniable connection. “I could not take my eyes off of Beth,” Nick recalls. “She caught me gazing at her a hundred different times.”

Beth recognized the power of their attraction from their very first date. “Nick was such a complete gentleman, and everything flowed naturally. I was my complete self with him; I couldn’t stop smiling. It just felt right,” she says.

Her intuition on the mark, Nick shared in that certainty as well.

The two shared much in common, from family values and a strong work ethic to a great sense of humor. Both felt completely at ease in each other’s presence. “I opened up about everything to her, with the hope that the man I am was someone she could love,” Nick says.

“She loved it all. She loved me, making me a more confident man.”

The following year in 2014, marriage was on both of their minds. Nick bought a ring, working out the details of a beautiful scene for a proposal, with a carriage ride through Tilles Park during its “Winter Wonderland.” Beth had a different thought. With family arriving in town for Thanksgiving, she secretly wished to celebrate an engagement with her siblings. With the element of surprise on his side, Nick arrived at her doorstep with flowers in hand after Beth’s family had arrived. “I reached in my back pocket, got down on one knee and told her I love her – always have and always will.

I asked her if she would make me the happiest man in the world and marry me.” Tearfully, she told him yes, and they proceeded to celebrate the sensational news with their loved ones.

Much like the proposal, the wedding, held on June 20, focused heavily on incorporating family in the celebration of their love.

Beth wanted a special way to recognize those who had passed, including her grandparents. “I knew I had to create a Table of Remembrance to feel their presence with me on that day,” she explains. “The table was in the cocktail room. It displayed white rose petals, candles, framed pictures and place cards with each of their names.” The day’s most priceless moment came much earlier, though, when Beth and Nick saw each other for the photographic “first look.” They met along the striking stairwell of The RitzCarlton, St. Louis. “After the shot, we asked the photographers to step away, so we could share the moment in private. We exchanged gifts, letters and an emotional instant that I will remember and cherish for the rest of my life,” Beth recalls.

Guests were awestruck by the sacramental Mass at the Shrine of St. Joseph. Dinner and a reception followed at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis, with dancing and celebrating going well into the midnight hour. On Sunday morning, guests enjoyed a beautiful private brunch at the hotel before sending off the newlyweds.

Nick and Beth took a romantic getaway to Antigua for their honeymoon, spending their days beach-side, with wave runners, private candlelit dinners, and fantastic wine and Champagne. The couple now resides in the St. Louis area.

The Date: June 20, 2015 The Bride: Elizabeth Ann Donovan The Groom: Nicholas Chad Matheis The Bride’s Parents: Jack and Louise Donovan of Chesterfield The Groom’s Parents: Dennis and Vickie Matheis of Ladue The Maids of Honor: Martha Campbell and Christy Donovan, sisters of the bride The Best Man: Alex Matheis, brother of the groom Bridesmaids: Michelle Donovan, Katie Matheis and Kelly Matheis, sisters-inlaw of the bride Groomsmen: Jack Donovan III, Aaron Campbell, Matthew LaTrello and David Harris Flower Girls: Catherine Campbell, Shannon Campbell, Emma Donovan and Marie Campbell Ring Bearer: John Patrick Donovan IV The Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bill Levkoff The Groom’s Tuxedo: Mister Guy The Ceremony: Shrine of St. Joseph The Officiant: Father Dale Wunderlich The Reception: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis The Florist: Walter Knoll Florist, Master Designer Scott Hepper The Cake: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis Wedding Planners: The mother of the bride and The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis staff The Band: Arvell & Company The Photographer: Bliss Eleven Studio

To have your wedding or engagement announcement featured in Ladue News, contact Amanda Dahl at 314-269-8833 or adahl@laduenews.com.

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PAID ADvErTIsEMEnT

A Holiday Message from IEM Ministries “Behold I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.”

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taking joy rides and is up

For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulders; and his name shall be Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.

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But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

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Behold the days come, saith the Lord, that I will raise unto David a righteous branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgement and justice in the earth.

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This winter, when you adopt a pet from Stray Rescue, you will receive a Hoffmann Brothers $50 gift card towards any home service.

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Find your perfect fit with the full line of Tempur-Pedic beds and accessories, including the new Tempur-Flex mattresses – and take advantage of holiday deals on Tempur-Pedic-lined slippers, on sale for $39 to $89. All products ship free to any U.S. location. For more information, call 314-643-8432 or visit stlbackstore.com.

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HOLIDAY WISH LIST: Feature Story

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oss and turn no more. This holiday season – and all year long – get a good night’s sleep with The Back Store.

With four area locations at Plaza Frontenac, Saint Louis Galleria, Chesterfield Mall and West County Center, The Back Store offers St. Louis’ largest selection of Tempur-Pedic and Stearns & Foster natural latex mattresses. “We sell beds for discerning sleepers,” says owner and operator Jonathan Handyside.

Dubbed “a completely unique Tempur-Pedic boutique,” The Back Store is the only locally owned and operated Tempur-Pedic Elite Retailer in St. Louis.

“Customers get to see every Tempur-Pedic product side-by-side,” Handyside notes, from Tempur-Contour, Tempur-Cloud, Tempur-Choice and Tempur-Flex mattresses to Tempur-Pedic pillows, linens and Ergo adjustable bases.

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“It has a little bit of a bounce to it for more ease of mobility at night,” Handyside says. “It’s more like the traditional bed people are accustomed to, but with the pressure relief.”

And for a great stocking stuffer this holiday season, The Back Store has the largest selection of TempurPedic slippers, with the full range of men’s and women’s sizes in styles from thongs to boots for $39 to $89.

“You can walk around all day with your foot cradled

by Tempur-Pedic slippers – some even have a sole that allows you to wear them to the mailbox or the store,” Handyside says.

The Back Store also carries an assortment of bedroom accessories, from pillows and linens to massage chairs by Osaki. “We have specialty pillows by Malouf, designed for side-sleepers, acid-reflux sufferers and more,” Handyside says. The store’s unique variety of bed linens includes silky, eco-friendly Tencel sheets made from eucalyptus fibers; supple, 100-percent 314-643-8432 ∙ stlbackstore.com

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bamboo linens for sensitive skin; and soft, breathable Portuguese flannel. “When you buy a really good bed, you should have a really good linen set to provide better performance as you sleep,” Handyside says.

Known as the “chief executive sleeper,” Handyside leads a 13-member staff of “better sleep specialists,” including store managers with more than 65 years of combined experience in bedding and specialty sleep needs training. “Our associates find out customers’ unique sleep needs and match the products to those needs,” Handyside notes, adding that clients’ most common sleep issues are back pain, acid reflux and breathing problems, including sleep apnea. “We focus on postural sleep,” he notes. “When you sleep on products ergonomically aligned for your head, neck and spine, you can find relief.” Aesthetically and functionally, Handyside says, The Back Store can provide a better night’s sleep.

holiday WISH LIST

By Amanda Dahl

JORDAN ALEXANDER JEWELRY

jordanalexanderjewelry.com Give a gift as precious as the woman who will wear it with a silver freshwater baroque pearl necklace by Jordan Alexander. Doublewrapped in an 18K white, yellow and rose gold chain with the Jordan Alexander double-sided pavé diamond logo clasp, these elegant pieces are available at Neiman Marcus. $7,742 for 16 inches or $15,400 for 36 inches

‌CHESTERFIELD JEWELERS

17037 Baxter Road, 636-537-5590, c hesterfieldjewelers.com Chesterfield Jewelers’ exclusive collection of whimsical and colorful Herend hand-painted porcelain china, figurines and decorative accessories are timeless, making the perfect gift this holiday season.

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I think we’re defined by a

number of things: family and jobs and passions, all those things sum up who we are. Probably one of the oldest phrases is ‘Tell me a story.’

I found storytelling as a career, and I don’t know if I can call filmmaking a career, too, but I thoroughly enjoy this kind of storytelling.

Johnson made St. Louis one of the birthplaces of rock ’n’ roll, and I’ve been privileged to tell part of that story.” But even after years of work, Holliday knows there’s more that needs to be done. “It all boils down to work,” he says. “You can talk all day about being a filmmaker, but nobody cares unless you do the work. Otherwise you’re just a guy yapping at the mouth. I don’t want to be that guy.” I’ve got a pretty good feeling that’s not how this story is going to end.

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Art Holliday has told thousands of stories during the last 35 years or so, but the story he’s trying to tell now is like no other he’s told before. It’s a documentary on legendary musician Johnnie Johnson, the inspiration for the immortal song “Johnnie B. Goode.”

In 1952, Johnson hired an unknown guitarist named Chuck Berry as a fill-in for his band that played The Cosmo Room in East St. Louis. Shortly after they teamed up, rock ’n’ roll music went global.

It’s a story Holliday has been working on for more than 10 years, but it’s also a story that he isn’t sure will ever be heard. “Telling the story is the easy part, but then there’s the business side of filmmaking,” he says with a hint of a sigh. We all know Holliday for his work on KMOV; he’s been there since 1979, which is when I first met him when I was an intern in the sports department.

It’s hard for me to believe that today Holliday is 61, but still looks like the young guy I remember doing the weekend sports. He was always working, always writing at his typewriter, always on the phone and almost always had a smile on his face.

He became a fixture on the morning news, but in his spare time he also launched a production company and started making documentaries on the side.

One day, out of the blue, a co-worker suggested that Johnnie Johnson might make a good subject for a documentary. That random suggestion set off a series of events that led Art to sit down with a long list of rock-star royalty. “There are 13 Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famers that will be in the film, 11 who I’ve interviewed, so to get Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, Bonnie Raitt, Bob Weir, Buddy Guy, John Sebastian, Joe Perry and Ernie Isley to sit down and talk with me for this film, that is as much a testament to Johnnie Johnson’s importance as anything.”

It’s been a rock ’n’ roll fantasy gig for Holliday. Sitting in the kitchen of his downtown loft, he explains how a stream of seemingly random events for both him and Johnson brought them together. “Life is always a series of coincidences – but are they coincidences? That’s the cosmic question.” In 2005, about a year after Holliday started working on the film, Johnson died. Holliday became determined to make this documentary the definitive story of Johnson.

Because of alcohol abuse, a general lack of business prowess and maybe even some deliberate exclusion, Johnson never got the credit he may have deserved for his part in creating songs with Berry. He was virtually forgotten by the music world and was driving a senior citizens’ bus in St. Louis before he made a comeback in the mid1980s. That triumphant comeback is the part of the story Holliday wants to focus on.

The film is essentially finished, but there are significant music licensing and copywriting hurdles to clear. And there’s still the need for more money to keep the project going until it’s ready for release. Holliday says the project has taught him a lot about himself. “The No. 1 thing it’s taught me is patience and persistence. I think we’re defined by a number of things: family and jobs and passions, all those things sum up who we are. Probably one of the oldest phrases is ‘Tell me a story.’ I found storytelling as a career, and I don’t know if I can call filmmaking a career, too, but I thoroughly enjoy this kind of storytelling.”

Another St. Louis native, singer Michael McDonald, is the film’s narrator and is also helping raise money to keep the project going. McDonald just released a new single of “Johnnie B. Goode,” with Johnson playing keyboards in a track that was recorded before he died. Some of the record sales will go toward production costs of the film. The song is available on iTunes and other digital music sites.

“I really want St. Louisans to be proud of this, because Chuck Berry and Johnnie

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’Tis the Season To Be…

By Charlotte VM Ottley

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“‌ This is a season for all things wonderful. Make this one last all year for others to remember the way that you would like to be remembered and how you have meaningfully touched their lives.

You are the gift. Be the best you that you can be!” –An Ottley-ism The holidays bring good times for many. They give us a reason for the season. There is a spirit in the air that prompts joy, benevolence, entertainment, hopefulness and all the activities that go with it. Strangers speak to each other with greetings of well-wishes. Families share laughter and stories full of funny “I remember when” moments.

The holidays are often thought of as the best time of the year, with all of the expectations that go with them: parties full of liquid and culinary cheer, gifts to please regardless of the price and the desire for loving and being loved in return. Like all things, there are two sides to every coin. For some, this season will be very challenging and stressful. I read an article entitled “Turning Point,” which said, “For victims of domestic violence, the holidays can be a very dark and scary time. Unrealistic expectations, financial pressures and the increased consumption of alcohol/drugs can raise stress levels.” Hospitals report that admissions for strokes and depression increase. Remembering the loss of loved ones and loneliness are equally stressful. You owe it to those memories to remember them in a good way.

Here are some suggestions for the season to be jolly: ‌Do not judge how people celebrate the season. Different faiths demonstrate their joy in different ways. Instead of rejecting or judging others, take advantage of the opportunity to learn something new about other cultures. Understand the meaning. You may be surprised how closely the meanings of diverse celebrations match your own. ‌Enjoy with moderation and look out for others who cannot.

Everyone knows who can potentially disrupt the family or party gathering. Plan for it with reasonable solutions before the event. ‌Be the gift with no expectation of something comparable in return.

Even when you don’t have the means for expensive gifts, you have something that is unique to you. If you paint, give framed pictures of your paintings. If you sing, create a special musical message. If you are fun to be with, be the icebreaker and make others smile. Whatever your natural gift is, share it without carrying the pressure of worrying it’s not enough. ‌Be a good receiver. Whatever people give you or not, be grateful that they are in your life. Be sincere about it. Be happy that you can see, feel and share with them. I promise you that is priceless. ‌Have fun on purpose. When the party is over, some people will remember details you may forget, particularly office parties. People will remember what you said and did when the festivities are over.

Express yourself with all the good that is inside of you and for the betterment of those around you. Think about it. If there were a blackout, if you were snowed in or other situations out of your control occurred, you would find a way to make it better. Do it anyway. ’Tis your season!

Find your reason for this season, and make it a good one.

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Communication CONVERSATION What Do You Bring to the Table? . . . Hmmmmmm

By Janis Murray

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‌WINTER BREAK IS A TIME OF NEW BEGINNINGS. COLLEGE APPLICANTS SEEKING MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS WILL SOON FACE CRITICAL INTERVIEWS THAT COULD MEAN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN NO HELP OR $400,000 – A FOUR-YEAR FREE RIDE, INCLUDING INTERNSHIPS – AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN. COLLEGE JUNIORS WILL SEEK SUMMER INTERNSHIPS, WHILE SENIORS WILL WRITE THAT FIRST CRITICAL RÉSUMÉ FOR EMPLOYMENT. NO PRESSURE HERE, FOLKS! For all of these groups, I have one message: Have a message! You need to state clearly who you are and what you can offer as a citizen of the world. You cannot start an effective resume or prepare for any interview without contemplating this central truth first. It is the engine without which the car doesn’t start.

Daunting? Yes. Just ask the 55-year-old suddenly facing downsizing and job hunting again. Writing possibly his first new résumé in 30 years, he must answer again, “What do I bring to the table?”

The answer requires you to step out of your own shoes and look at what’s on that table where you seek a seat. What does this scholarship committee want?

Excellence, of course, but in what? Leadership? Community service? Sports? And how do the qualities they seek blend in priority?

They tell you in what they publish on websites, so doing your research is critical. The same is true with job hunting. According to a recent Accountemps survey of 1,000 senior managers, the most common mistake candidates make during job interviews is that they don’t know enough about the company. If, 10 minutes into the interview, they ask you, “What’s our stock price today?” and you don’t know, the interview may continue, but your chance is essentially over.

I see this repeatedly in my practice. Emerging professionals often do not read the job descriptions in their fields in detail. These descriptions are legal statements worthy of attention, before you attempt a résumé, write a cover letter or seek a “meet and greet” at a college career fair.

So this winter break, reflect on who you are and what you have to offer to a potential decision-maker. Think of solid examples that prove what you can do. Discuss this with family and friends who know you well. Grandparents are especially insightful; they’ve been through it all. Then, write your résumé and prepare for that interview with purpose clear – with a message the world will want to hear.

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She understands the long-term ramifications of divorce and works to meet her clients’ expectations, needs, and goals.

Contact Alex Hart at 314-862-3535 to schedule a consultation.

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A Perfect Christmas Getaway Story by Judy Crowell. Photos courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

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rom mid-November to mid-April, The RitzCarlton, Lake Tahoe is a veritable winter wonderland, offering all the fun and excitement of ski-in/ski-out slopes, snowboarding, tubing, ice-skating, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and, for the less ambitious, heated pools, slope-side outdoor hot tubs, eucalyptus steam rooms, a spa lap pool and a lively après-ski scene. Kids will love being part of the Ritz Kids club with activities such as adventure activities, arts and crafts, games, culinary creations and building a snowman with a snowman kit from the concierge. S’mores from the “Marshmologist” at the fire pit aren’t just for kids and will have you craving seconds and thirds.

Snowplows keep the mountain roads pretty passable (i.e., bring tire chains), but why fight it when you can enjoy the winter experience at the Ritz? Check into a cozy guest room, all with gas fireplaces and floorto-ceiling windows offering breathtaking mountain views. No need to leave the hotel, with breakfasts at Café Blue; barbecue favorites for lunch or dinner at the Backyard Bar & BBQ; and upscale, yet casual, dinners at the stunning Manzanita. Start with their gigantic shrimp cocktails and end with house-made ice cream.

You’ll burn it off on the slopes.

If you just must venture out, hop on the complimentary gondola down to the neighboring Village at Northstar. This sophisticated Alpine village boasts a 9,000-square-foot ice-skating rink with cozy fire pits, shopping, movies at the Village Cinemas, local live performances, the Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar and Rubicon Pizza Company.

A short drive away, other dining options include

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Borges Sleigh at Edgewood

Soule Domain, for innovative cuisine in a romantic log cabin; Big Water Grille, nestled in the mountains with arguably the best panoramic views of the lake; the Pfeifer House, for hearty, rib-sticking traditional European fare; Steamers Beach Side Bar, a local favorite for burgers and pizza by the beach; Jake’s On The

Lake, for superb lakeside dining; and Squeeze In, a must for breakfast in nearby Truckee. We went for the advertised “Best Omelettes on the Planet” and came out believers. I had the Nebraska Rae, boasting bacon, tomatoes and cream cheese, topped with avocado. Next time I’ll brave it and go for the Zweifel – apples and

bananas sautéed in butter and honey and folded into an omelet with peanut butter. Best to add bacon (trust me on this one!). It took 10 minutes to choose from the 100-plus choices, and I left inquiring about franchise possibilities.

We departed for Truckee intending to be back at the hotel by noon and ended up spending the entire afternoon in this authentic, charming mountain town, browsing through the one-of-a-kind gift shops and art galleries, and learning of the town’s gritty past.

When venturing out, be sure to save time for a Borges Sleigh and Carriage Ride around the lake and through the snow-covered mountain forests. Belgian

draft horses pulling handmade sleighs will take you, all tucked in with colorful woolen blankets, along the Pony Express Trail. Photo ops will be around every turn, so don’t forget your camera.

Just as South Lake Tahoe with its Nevada gambling, nightclubs, headliner entertainment, new lodge-style resorts, The Heavenly Gondola, upscale shops and eateries differs from North Lake Tahoe, so too does the winter experience of the lake differ from the summer experience. No matter, whether South or North, winter or summer, the lake offers spectacular views of the majestic Sierra Nevada surrounding 75 miles of shoreline.

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very year, Rachel O’Shia looks forward to volunteering at the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition’s Little Wishes Holiday Program. “During the holiday, Little Wishes focuses on making sure children in foster care have presents to open during the holidays,” she says. “This year, there are 3,509 wishes to grant.”

Volunteers like O’Shia, a senior investment advisor with PNC Wealth Management in St. Louis, are critical to making sure gifts arrive at children’s homes during the holidays. The feeling of fulfillment and warmth when directly helping others, especially during the holiday season, is priceless. However, many of O’Shia’s clients realize that financial giving to one of the many deserving charities, such as Little Wishes, is an additional boon to the organization – and to their tax bills.

“First and foremost, an individual must have a connection or a passion for a charitable cause before methods of donation should be evaluated,” says Michael Scully, PNC Bank regional president for St. Louis. “While individuals may receive a tax deduction for their contribution, at the end of the day, they are still giving their money away.” He suggests that if a reduction of taxable income is an important factor when giving to a charitable cause, it’s important to ensure that you donate to a charity that is exempt from federal and state taxes.

Once qualified charities are chosen, there are a number of tools available for giving beyond cash or donations of clothing and household goods.

Choosing the best options can be confusing, but financial planners and wealth managers can help navigate the various factors that determine how best to give under individual circumstances.

For instance, appreciated securities can be an excellent way to make charitable contributions, says Jada Diedrich, a portfolio advisor with Buckingham Asset Management in St. Louis. “In addition to getting a tax deduction for the fair-market value, you do not have to pay tax on the capital gains,” she says. For example, if an individual donates $10,000 of stock that was purchased for $3,000, the donor can take the $10,000 deduction and does not have to pay capital gains tax on the $7,000 appreciation.

Diedrich also often recommends a donor-advised fund (DAF).

“Individuals can gift appreciated stock or cash to a donor-advised fund in one year and then make donations to individual charities from the fund over time,” she explains. “The individual gets the tax benefit in the year the DAF is funded, so this can be a powerful tax-planning tool for individuals with charitable intentions who may be in a higher tax bracket now, but expect to be in a lower bracket in the future.”

For example, if a small-business owner sold his or her business in 2015 and consequently has a large tax liability, he or she could make a contribution to a DAF in 2015 to cover charitable contributions made in the next several years. This allows the business owner to experience a larger tax benefit now, especially if he or she expects his or her tax bracket to be lower in the years after selling the business.

“Individuals may want to consider gifting in a way that creates a legacy,” Scully adds, listing examples such as establishing a charitable trust; taking out a life-insurance policy that can be owned by the charity; and pay a death benefit to the charity; or partnering with a community foundation to create a DAF or endowment that can benefit multiple charities, which allows for growth of the donated property and a longer-lasting community impact.

Dan West, a partner at Clayton’s Moneta Group Investment Advisors and chairman of the firm’s Charitable Foundation Board, notes that one of the most unknown tax benefits for donors is in the form of state tax credits available when giving to certain youth-oriented organizations.

The Youth Opportunity Program (YOP) tax credit is offered by nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based organizations and other state-approved public or private entities that provide positive youth development or crimeprevention projects. “This tax credit covers 50 percent of the charitable contribution, so it can greatly reduce an individual’s state tax burden,” West says. In addition, the donor can claim the federal deduction for the total contribution. “So if you give $1,000 to a charity that offers the YOP credit, you would get a $500 tax credit to offset your tax burden in Missouri, plus you can take your federal tax deduction,” he says.

Other tax credits include the Food Pantry Tax Credit and the Children in Crisis Tax Credit. (A full list is available at dor.mo.gov/taxcredit.) Donors must request the tax credit when making their donations, and if the organization offers the credit, it will provide the donor with a short form to complete. Once the form is - JaDa DiEDRiCh submitted and approved, the Buckingham asset Management state issues the certificate of credit to be attached to the donor’s state tax return.

Charitable giving should be part of every complete financial plan, and discussing your desires with your advisor is the first step. “There are many wonderful organizations in our area in need of funding,” Diedrich notes.

“While the potential tax benefits mentioned here can be quite valuable from a tax standpoint, many of our clients consider their year-end giving to be most valuable because it helps make a direct impact in our community.”

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l Bel Lago translates into “the beautiful lake” in Italian, and this elegant Italian eatery is certainly deserving of the name, as it’s a placid oasis in the midst of the hustle and bustle of Olive Boulevard in Creve Coeur. It’s a particularly fine spot to get away from it all and mellow out before a raucous performance of “Bad Jews” at the New Jewish Theatre.

Once you’re comfortably ensconced in Il Bel Lago’s elegant confines, you forget about the strip-mall surroundings and immediately get in the mood for some culinary wonderment. From the fabric-draped ceiling to the soothing water feature in the main dining room, the atmosphere here immediately puts diners at ease.

You’d be hard-pressed to find a better starter than Il Bel Lago’s calamari and smelts fritti ($11). It’s a plate

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full of flash-fried squid rings and savory smelts (small, tasty fish) accented with some piquant peppers that will definitely pique the appetite.

Truly, the best things are always the simplest. Take the Caesar salad. It’s a classic, and one of our favorite ways to enjoy greens. However, many restaurants don’t pay attention to the subtleties of this salad.

The insalata di Cesare ($9) at Il Bel Lago respects the original with crunchy parmesan croutons, judicious use of dressing and actual slivers of real anchovies, a key ingredient that’s often omitted. This version is also plenty big enough to share.

From the Il Pesce section of the menu, we tried the pezzi di aragosta all panna con funghetti ($37). It’s a mouthful to say – and more than a mouthful to

By Matt Sorrell consume – but so worth the effort. This dish consists of a sweet and meaty South African lobster tail pansautéed in a rich shallot cream reduction with a hint of brandy and plenty of tender wild mushrooms. To call it merely “decadent” doesn’t do it justice. Try pairing this creation with a 187 mL bottle of Mumm Brut Prestige Cuvee Napa ($12). The dry bubbles cut through the richness of this dish with aplomb.

Tortellini, those delectable dumplings usually filled with so much meaty and cheesy goodness, are among my favorite pastas, and the tortellini di vitello ($20) is an eminently tasty example. House-made pasta (of course) stuffed with veal and finished off with a thick sherry cream sauce rife with ham and peas, it’s guaranteed to satisfy.

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To wrap things up, I suggest sampling a delectable cannoli ($7), that sublime combination of lightly sweet ricotta and crispy pastry with just a touch of whipped cream and chocolate. It’s off the menu, so you might have to ask unless your server mentions it, but do yourself a favor and make the call. Nothing beats this classic Italian pastry for capping a stellar meal.

Since it’s so close to I-270, getting to Il Bel Lago is a relatively easy affair (depending on what time you decide to head out, of course), and since it’s located in a retail expanse, parking options abound.

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Story: Cousins Daphna Feygenbaum and Jonah Haber have attended their grandfather’s shiva and now are relaxing in an apartment that is owned by Jonah’s parents in New York City. Daphna chatters on incessantly about how Jonah’s family is so wealthy, while her teacher parents could only afford to raise one child on their middle-class income.

Daphna has changed her name from Diana to reflect her strong affiliation with her Jewish ancestry and Israel, where she plans to emigrate following her upcoming college graduation. Jonah is a few years younger and a lot more laid back, taking his time with various college courses.

Daphna dearly wants her grandfather’s chai necklace, a symbol of his escape from World War II concentration camps where all of his relatives were killed. As a “real Jew,” she believes she is entitled to this heirloom. However, trouble erupts when Jonah’s older brother Liam arrives with his Gentile girlfriend, Melody, hours after the shiva has ended.

A self-described “bad Jew,” Liam also has intentions for the chai heirloom. Already barely tolerant of his outspoken cousin, Liam fans the flames of contention when he lets “Diana” know that he, too, wants the chai.

Highlights: New Jewish Theatre artistic director Kathleen Sitzer says that “Bad Jews” has been one of the most frequently produced plays in America in the last two years, often with extended runs as a result of its popularity.

Josh Harmon’s one-act drama (more on that later) is a searing, seething, knock-down battle of wits that leaves Jonah’s parents’ tiny apartment a war zone strewn with emotions laid raw like so many bayonet wounds. Under Sydnie Grosberg Ronga’s direction, an expert cast keeps the audience taut with continual impact. It’s safe to say you won’t forget “Bad Jews.”

Other Info: The New York Times called “Bad Jews” the “best comedy of the season” in 2013. If one thinks this play is a comedy after seeing it performed, albeit with its share of humorous moments, it may be time for sensitivity training. Watching two relatives verbally eviscerate each other does not equate to a Neil Simon comedy fest of one-liners. Cruelty is not funny.

There’s no question, though, that “Bad Jews” resonates powerfully with an audience. Harmon raises thought-provoking questions and gets under the skin of all four of his 20-something characters, revealing their vulnerabilities with often-acidic dialogue.

Ronga most effectively takes the playwright’s cue and brings the production alive with several crackling performances on the spacious set designed by Dunsi Dai. Antonio Rodriguez and Em Piro overwhelm the audience with performances that rage like runaway trains bound for imminent destruction. Rodriguez, with close-cropped hair and a “studious” pair of

By Mark Bretz

glasses, embodies the left-wing intellectual.

Rodriguez shows Liam’s mind and heart roaring along at a dangerously frantic pace, like a race car too often swerving out of control. His volcanic temper scares not only Daphna but Melody as well, as he can bob and weave and make those tantrums unpredictable. It’s a fascinatingly modulated portrayal.

Piro is wondrous as Daphna as she speaks in a nonstop, stream-of-consciousness style that is all the more damaging as her tongue races to keep up with her brain. A scene where she inquires about Melody’s family background is truly as scathingly funny as that Times reviewer must have witnessed.

Pete Winfrey and Taylor Steward play the Nick and Honey to Rodriguez’s and Piro’s George and Martha in this modern take on “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”

While Jonah is quiet and soft-spoken and unaware of Daphna’s reference to “The Grapes of Wrath,” he’s given considerable thought to his family and its role in history as well as the destiny of the Jewish people.

When Winfrey does raise his voice, everyone listens because it’s so unexpected and powerful.

Steward does a fine job portraying the simplicity of Liam’s girlfriend, Melody. She can’t match wits with Daphna, who skewers Melody’s one-time aspirations of becoming an opera singer. While Melody doesn’t keep pace with Liam and Daphna, Steward brings out the innate decency of the outsider who forces the climactic confrontation.

“Bad Jews” is a stunning, 90-minute expedition into the often conflicting forces that propel people to do bad things when they put their own feelings ahead of the greater good. This powerful interpretation isn’t a comedy, but it is a masterpiece.

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RICHARD COCKRELL, AKA SANTA Richard Cockrell has been Santa Claus for six years.

Cockrell’s work truly starts after Thanksgiving, which is when he begins spreading joy by listening to children’s Christmas wishes at Von Maur at The Meadows in Lake St. Louis on Saturdays and Sundays. However, the holiday season is not the only time he transforms into Saint Nick – Cockrell plays Santa all year long. Throughout the offseason, with his real beard, long hair and jolly attitude, Cockrell waves to children as the school bus stops in front of his house, and he carries “I met Santa” stickers with him wherever he goes. Cockrell, who loves spreading the Christmas spirit, says that he wishes his days playing the role of Santa Claus could have started sooner.

What is it like being Santa?

Oh my, let me tell you, I have never been a happier man in my life: the joy and look of wonder in these children’s faces, to see the magic in their eyes. And it’s not just children; it’s also older adults, too, to see them be young again even for a couple minutes – you can’t describe the feeling. What they give Santa back is just more than what I give them.

What are some of your favorite memories while being Santa?

I had an autistic boy whose parents had been bringing him to see me for the last three years, and those three years he didn’t want anything to do with Santa. But last year he walked up and was in line. He came running up to me and gave me a hug. His parents

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were just dumbfounded – he had never run up to anybody before, let alone Santa, and actually hug them.

I tell you what, those parents and Santa were crying.

Also, what children ask for is very hard sometimes. It’s kids asking, “Why is my daddy overseas and not coming home? Can you bring him home?” Some of those things are heartbreaking. All you can say is, “I have been praying for peace my whole life. I will see what I can do, but no promises.” I have children who will ask, “I don’t want anything for me, but I know a child at school that is having a hard time. Do you think you can give an extra present?” You’d be surprised how many children actually do that. I don’t think children get enough credit on what they think and feel.

Have you noticed any trends throughout the years – either with presents or attitude toward Santa?

As far as gifts, it’s more and more electronics every year. iPad, iPhone and computers; more and more children are wanting them. As far as children believing, I haven’t really seen change. Eight is the cutoff point, and then they don’t believe as much as they did before. But if you are a good Santa, you can give that back to those children for a couple minutes, where they are wondering once again. There are times I come home after a long day, and I am so tired, but I am so satisfied and happy with how the day has gone. I think children are young adults that just haven’t realized it yet. They are a lot smarter

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than adults give them credit for. Children are very loving and giving people, plus they still have the wonder and belief in magic that adults have lost. I think my job as Santa is to help nurture that wonder and keep it as long as they possibly can. I know my sense of wonder has come back tenfold since I have started doing this.

How do you handle kids questioning Santa’s existence?

I get that all the time, especially the older ones.

Thankfully, I am a real-bearded Santa, and that helps my cause. There are kids that will ask me if I am a real Santa, and I will tell them, “You know what, there are a lot of Santas out there that are helpers but, there is only one real Santa – now you have to figure out which is the real one.” And they will come up and ask to touch my beard, and I’ll say, “Sure, you can even pull on it if you want,” and they will come up and tug on my beard, and I’ll go, “Oh, ho ho” and laugh. It’s the little things, too, like all children have trouble picking up after themselves, so I’ll tell them, “I understand from one of my elves that you are having a little trouble picking your toys up. Can you help your parents a little bit more with that?” And they’ll look at their mom and dad and say, “He knows!” It’s the little things like that which bring the wonder back.

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Ferring Jazz Bistro presents MATT WILSON’S CHRISTMAS TREE-O, who will present a collection of favorite holiday tunes. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $30, $10 for students. 314-571-6000 or jazzstl.org.

Fri., Dec. 18, to Sun., Dec. 20 St. Louis Symphony presents MACY’S HOLIDAY CELEBRATION with timeless classics like “Sleigh Ride” and “Winter Wonderland,” a holiday singalong and a visit from St. Nick. Fri. at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sat. at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Sun. at 2 p.m. Tickets starting at $35. 314-534-1700 or stlsymphony.org.

Fri., Dec. 18, to Sun., Dec. 20 Missouri Ballet Theatre presents “THE NUTCRACKER” at the Edison Theatre on the campus of Washington University. Fri. at 7:30 p.m., Sat. at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Sun. at 2 and 6 p.m. $40 reserved. 314-935-6543 or edison.wustl.edu.

Fri., Dec. 18, to Sun., Dec. 20 St. Louis Actors’ Studio’s production of “GIN GAME” at The Gaslight Theater. Various times and dates. $35 adults, $30 students. 314-458-2978 or stlas.org.

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Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ performance of “THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER” at Heagney Theatre at Nerinx Hall High School. Various times. $7. 314-968-4925 or repstl.org.

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The Sheldon Sessions presents JAY FARRAR performing the music of Son Volt’s “Trace” at The Sheldon Concert Hall. 8 p.m. $30 orchestra, $25 balcony. 314-534-1111 or thesheldon.org.

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Fri., Dec. 18, to Sun., Dec. 20

New Jewish Theatre’s production of “BAD JEWS” at the Marvin & Harlene Wool Studio Theatre.

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Jazz St. Louis Big Band presents ELLINGTON’S “NUTCRACKER” at Ferring Jazz Bistro, featuring a jazz interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s ballet, arranged by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $25, $10 for students.

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For many, visiting Steinberg Skating Rink has become a Christmas Eve tradition

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eneath the glow of thousands of white lights, Steinberg Skating Rink resembles a gigantic slab of silver – yet over time, joyful multitudes of Christmas Eve visitors have come to regard it as golden.

So says Anne Kasal, anyway, and she would know, having served as its manager for almost a decade and a half.

“I have been operating the rink for 14 years,” Kasal says, “and we have always been open on all holidays.”

Kasal fast warms to the frigid subject of her stewardship, which lies at Forest Park’s east-central edge.

“It’s always a great time at the rink,” she says. “Many families make it their tradition to skate at Steinberg, whether on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s or anytime during the holidays.

“It is a winter tradition for some, a holiday tradition for many. We see many of the same families. We see the kids learn to skate and grow up.

Being open from 10 a.m. to midnight (on weekend and holiday hours), many families bring their out-of-town guests or the kids.”

Skating admission to the rink costs $7, according to Steinberg’s website, and lasts all day; skate rental (an option for visitors who don’t bring their own skates) costs only $5.

Kasal also mentions the appeal of the rink even for those who couldn’t tell a triple axel from a truck axle and, in a pair of Risports or Riedells, likely would spend less time on their feet than on their fundaments.

“Nonskaters can grab a hot chocolate, sit by the bonfire and enjoy the skaters,” she says.

The blaze in question, beside the opalescent sheen of Steinberg’s ice, dances with orange-and-lemon loveliness after nightfall in a mesmeric, magical tableau, as well as holiday music – played through Jan. 1 – serving as a festive background soundtrack to skate or nod along to.

“During the entire season, the appearance of the skating rink is always a winter wonderland,” Kasal says. “The trees around the rink are lit, and lights are strung across the rink. The lights across the rink bring the stars right down to the ice.”

An increase in luminescence exemplifies efforts to ensure Steinberg, as both an attraction and an asset for the community, never…well…freezes.

“The canopy of lights was added in the 2011 season,” Kasal recalls.

“The (lights in the) trees began then also, and we have added some throughout the years.”

The lighting remains nondenominational, she adds, emphasizing the

rink’s atmosphere of inclusiveness. “We don’t do Christmas trees,” Kasal says. “We try to appeal to all with our winter wonderland. We have many patrons who don’t celebrate holidays.”

As a school-holiday attraction and vent for early cabin fever, the rink also fills a definite family and community function, with the stress on the first three letters of that word.

“Steinberg is a great place for the kids to skate and get rid of some energy, and parents can grab a beer,” Kasal notes, referring to the rink’s Snowflake Cafe, which also serves an array of fun food for icy alfresco dining: appetizers including mini tacos, hot wings, fried green beans and, almost necessarily, t-ravs; pizzas; burgers, hot dogs and brats; and a handful of munchies, including, amusingly, shaved ice. Requisite hot chocolate and coffee is available, as is bottled beer and wine by the glass or bottle.

Kasal proudly characterizes Steinberg as “St. Louis’ premier winter destination.”

“We offer a skating experience that is unparalleled by any other skating rink in the Midwest, probably in the country,” she says. “We offer 27,600 square feet of frozen fun.”

At this time of year, the rink also strives to serve even more skaters than usual. Although the Steinberg customarily welcomes visitors Sunday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., from Dec. 18 through Jan. 2, the rink observes extended holiday hours – its customary Friday and Saturday ones – of 10 a.m. to midnight, Kasal notes.

One holiday celebration, in particular, looms large on the horizon: New Year’s Eve at the rink. For that annual bash, which begins at 10 a.m. and extends half an hour past the arrival of 2016, Steinberg will be supplying party favors and noisemakers and charge its normal rates. It will also be open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. For Kasal, though, the allure of the Forest Park landmark sounds altogether timeless for any number of reasons, whether visitors consider themselves homegrown versions of Hans Brinker, the hero of Mary Mapes Dodge’s 1865 skating-related novel of the same name, or regard Paul Simon’s 1977 hit “Slip Slidin’ Away” as their personal anthem.

“Steinberg Rink is a truly magical place,” Kasal says in summary. “It’s outdoors.

It’s a winter sport. It’s fun for all ages. It is romantic. It is a winter wonderland!”

Then, quoting the rink’s registered service mark, she adds, “We ask all to come ‘Experience the Tradition!’”

Steinberg Skating Rink, 400 Jefferson Drive, St. Louis, 314-367-7465, steinbergskatingrink.com

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