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Rich History, Bright Future

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ast night, just after the sun had set, I was peering down into our backyard through the kitchen window. As I was placing the last dinner dish in the dishwasher, I caught several little, warm flashes of light out of the corner of my eye. When I realized what I was seeing was a host of lightning bugs, goose bumps raised up and down my arms as my mind was immediately transported to wonderful childhood memories of summertime in our community.

Just as the sound of an ice cream truck bell or the sighting of lightning bugs still brings excited children outside together to share in the joy of these highly anticipated experiences, it is our purpose at Chesterfield Lifestyle to bring our community closer together and to recognize and celebrate the positive and inspirational aspects of living in Chesterfield.

Elizabeth “Libby” Mullen | LMullen@LifestylePubs.com

contributing writers John Babb, Libby Mullen, Aimee Pellet, Tom Strongman, Denise Sundvold

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As a proud resident of Chesterfield, I am thrilled to play an integral role in publishing Chesterfield Lifestyle, our monthly magazine that is “Inspired by Community.” In the spirit of community involvement, I formally invite and encourage our readers to submit both story ideas and photographs that feature Chesterfield residents, families, businesses and organizations in a positive light. Our Chesterfield community boasts a very rich and interesting history, and also holds the promise of a bright future in which the staff here at Chesterfield Lifestyle is delighted to be included. Taking a lesson from our children and their reactions to sightings of fireflies in the summer, let us anticipate the simple joys and inspirational happenings of our community and then gather to share and celebrate them together!

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Park can interact with Maura, the life-sized sculpture of a playfully running young girl. Read about the unique and significant way she connects with nature on one special day each year on page 10. Cover Photo: John Babb 4

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August 2014

Departments 8

Good Times

Around Town

History 101

Artist’s Palette

Field Trip

20 Star Student

15 The Man Behind the Mural on the Monarch Levy

Stuart Morse believes art can help make visions realities.

16 Trip to Thornhill Estate at Faust Park

Travel back in time and experience our rich history.

20 Discipline, Dedication and Direction

DJ Roy is a part of Chesterfield’s bright future.

Locally Owned

Parent’s Corner

Hot Spot

Driver’s Notebook

Sold Properties

30 Lifestyle Calendar

24 Hot Spot: Ya Ya’s EuroBistro

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Good Times

Volunteer Planting Day at Eberwein Park

Volunteers planted over 100 native perennials in Eberwein Park—also known as the “Dog Park.” Funding for the project was awarded by The Community Stewardship Grant and decorated cookies shaped like flowers and bees were donated by Dierbergs.

Chesterfield Residents Stay Cool by the Pool Summertime brings many backyard pool openings for Chesterfield residents. The Fassler family (Ed and Britt) and the Sheen family (Drs. Vidal and Janelle) stay cool by their pools. Fassler family

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Kemp Auto Museum Holds 7th Annual “Big Truck Day” Event for Operation Food Search In July, nearly 2500 people attended “Big Truck Day” at the Kemp Auto Museum. Some of the “big trucks” offered for hands-on tour experiences were provided for the event by: Monarch Fire and EMS, Chesterfield Police Department, MoDOT, Bolin Towing and Bigfoot. The annual event is free to the public and attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for donating to Operation Food Search. This year 1798 pounds of food were collected for donation!

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To kick off the summer, Town & Country Coldwell Banker Gundaker held its Annual Customer Appreciation event on the veranda outside their office. Families enjoyed ballpark themed refreshments in addition to face painting, balloon animals, and receiving complimentary photos after having their pictures taken with Fredbird.

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Around Town feedback is very important and your participation in this survey process is vital for the CPD to be able to provide our community with the best service and protection possible. To access the online survey, visit Chesterfield.Mo.Us and select the 2014 Citizen’s Survey.

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SCULPTURE’S SPECIAL SHADOWY SECRET In Central Park a most beautiful, bronze sculpture “Maura” symbolizes our community’s bright future as it depicts a child running forward. Created by Don Weigand, the sculpture was procured with donations from local residents and businesses who brought Maura to the city of Chesterfield in 1999 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of our incorporation in June. Maura is perched on a stone base that represents her shadow and every year on June 26 at 10 a.m. Maura casts a shadow that amazingly fills out her stone shadow perfectly. Stroll through Central Park and experience several of the many awe-inspiring and gorgeous sculptures, and remember that Maura is the only one to hold that special shadowy secret.

The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the Leadership Chesterfield program. Candidates should have a business connection to Chesterfield through their companies. The purpose of the program that will run September to May is for participants to develop leadership skills and to promote connectivity of business and community leaders. Applicants who are accepted must commit to participating fully and will actively participate in monthly classes that are designed to create and connect leaders that have the desire to create positive changes and solve problems in the Chesterfield community. Class sizes are limited and interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. For more information about the program and to fill out and submit an application, please visit: ChesterfieldMoChamber.com or call 636.532.3399.

WANTED: OUR READERS’ INPUT AND PHOTOS FROM ON THE ROAD On the Road with Chesterfield Lifestyle... We want to know….Where do YOU read Chesterfield Lifestyle? Do you read it on a train or on a plane? Or do you read it on the beach or in a cabin in the woods? The next time you hit the road, we hope you remember to pack our latest issue and snap a photo or two, with Chesterfield Lifestyle in the view. It doesn’t have to be a faraway place, nor an overnight trip…have fun and be innovative where you can include us into your lifestyle. Email your high resolution photos to:

LMullen@LifestylePubs.com and we’ll select the most interesting and creative photos to include in upcoming issues. Please include with each submission, your name(s), location/destination and which article or feature you are reading in the picture.

CHESTERFIELD POLICE 2014 CITIZEN SURVEY READY FOR THE TAKING The Chesterfield Police Department encourages you to participate in an anonymous online survey. The purposes of the survey are for the CPD to gain valuable insight on how they are perceived by our residents and community, to learn what our citizens are thinking about the quality of the services that the police provide, and to pinpoint areas that are opportunities for their improvement. Your 10

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VETERANS HONOR PARK IN THE FUNDRAISING STAGES The City of Chesterfield is partnering with the Veterans Honor Park Committee to construct the Veterans Honor Park, a monument site to honor past, present and future veterans of the United States Armed Forces. The park will be located on the west side of Veterans Place Drive in Chesterfield’s Central Park, and will occupy a 16,500-square-foot-area next to the south entrance of the Chesterfield Amphitheater. A model of the park is on display in the lobby at Chesterfield City Hall. The Veterans Honor Park Committee is working to raise funds for the park. Support from the public is critical to the construction. “As a World War II veteran, this park is important to me because it honors all who have served or will serve our country to protect the freedoms enjoyed in the United States of America,” says Lee Wall, U.S. Army veteran and chair of the Veterans Honor Park Committee. “The Veterans Honor Park strives to acknowledge these sacrifices. We want to provide the brave individuals, their families, and the general public a place to remember those veterans who walk among us every day and those who paid the ultimate price in the service to their country.” A variety of donation opportunities are available to support the

park, including title sponsors, fountain contributions, bench purchases, donor strips and individual engraved concrete pavers. Details on donation opportunities are available, along with renderings of the park by visiting VHP.Chesterfield.mo.us.

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PUT A FREEZE ON PAIN

The Chesterfield Amphitheater presented Disney’s FROZEN with sing-a-long subtitles. This event literally packed Central Park and had considerably more families and children in attendance than there were seats. In the spirit of community and togetherness, many families scooted their blankets and chairs over to allow more people to join. The entire “dance floor” of the stage was also crowded with enthusiastic moviegoers. When the musical numbers were getting ready to start you could feel the excitement in the air and even catch wind of a couple of smaller children saying titles of songs aloud when they recognized the intro music. Even though many of the kids (and their lucky parents) have seen the movie over and over again, there is something magical about getting to experience a movie shown on a huge screen while you are outside. Princess Anna and Princess

Did you know that you can potentially freeze away aches and pains safely, with a newer medical technology called cryotherapy? If you have some strained muscles, joint pain, bruising or other uncomfortable injuries you can essentially trick your system into reprogramming itself to heal faster by lowering your entire surface body temperature for a very short stint during cryotherapy. SUB Zero Cryotherapy in Chesterfield Valley is the only location in the Midwest where you can receive these treatments. Though several local professional athletes and people training for running marathons are attending sessions to keep in top form and also to prevent injuries from strenuous training, you do not have to be involved in sports or other exercise programs to benefit from cryotherapy sessions. Many people who “cryo” regularly, report that it rejuvenates their skin, eases symptoms of depression, aids in weight loss, and even supports better sleep quality and stress management. SUB Zero offers packages that reduce the session price for pre-purchasing a session set and even an “unlimited” membership. To learn more, visit SubZeroCryoTherapy.com or call 636.778.2233 and ask for Megan. Readers of Chesterfield Lifestyle who are new to SUB Zero will only pay $20 for a trial “cryo” session

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Around Town Elsa were also available for hugs and pictures. For more information about upcoming events at the Chesterfield Amphitheater visit ChesterfieldAmphitheater.com and also check our Lifestyle Calendar for additional opportunities.

JULY FOURTH CELEBRATION WAS A REAL BLAST The City of Chesterfield put on another amazing fireworks display July 4th to celebrate Independence Day. Cars filled the parking lots of the Chesterfield Mall and Central Park to secure good vantage points for the display, while hundreds of people walked with chairs, blankets and coolers in tow, to gather on various grassy spots throughout the area. Residents and families took in the half-hour spectacular show that boasted a surprising finale of dozens of bright, synchronized flashes and booms! Chesterfield’s fireworks display is always a crowd pleaser, earning collective “oohs” and “ahs.”

CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL TEACHER HONORED Rachel Webb, Upper Elementary Directress at Chesterfield Montessori School, was honored by winning the 2104 Teacher of Distinction Award presented by the Independent Schools of St. Louis. Chesterfield Montessori School offers its students a hands-on, exploratory and developmentally-based curriculum that was built on the mission of Dr. Maria Montessori: “My vision of the future is no longer of people taking exams and proceeding on the verification from secondary school to university, but of individuals passing from one stage of independence to a higher one, by

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means of their own activity, through their own effort and will, which constitutes the inner evolution of the individual.” –Dr. Maria Montessori

MONTHLY MYSTERY PICTURE: WHAT IS IT? Each month a Mystery Picture will be included at the end of Around Town. The Mystery Picture will be a close-up shot of something from around town, here in Chesterfield. The larger picture and answer to “What is it?” will be included in the next month’s issue of Chesterfield Lifestyle, along with a new Mystery Picture to solve. Readers are encouraged to submit one guess per month to LMullen@LifestylePubs. com. The first reader to submit a correct answer will have the opportunity to have their name and included in the next month’s issue. Chesterfield is home to many hidden treasures, and we want to encourage you to always be exploring and discovering new things around town!

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History 101

The Beginning Before We Were Chesterfield Article Aimee Pellet | Photography John Babb

t’s fascinating to imagine what some of the early inhabitants of the Chesterfield area would think if they could see the city today with all of its modern businesses, homes, schools and amenities. Likewise, it makes you wonder what we would think if we could see Chesterfield 200 years ago, 100 years ago or even 20 years ago (and I’m sure some of us remember that). The inhabited history of the area actually goes back much further than that – evidence of a 12,000-year old campsite was discovered on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River. Over the next several thousand years, various groups of ancient people continued to inhabit the area. Some were travelers making use of the excellent waterways, while others had more permanent settlements as evidenced by the nearly 200 prehistoric or ancient archeological sites that exist in what is now Chesterfield.

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Early European fur trappers and traders traversed the area in the late 18th century, as they did much of the St. Louis area. The first Europeans to permanently settle in the area arrived in the 1790s and included Robert Baldridge, James Mackay, John Evans and the Long and Conway families. Many accepted land by means of Spanish land grants according to early records, as Spain controlled the area from 1766 to 1802. We know that Lewis and Clark’s famous expedition left from St. Charles in 1804, but how many of us have stopped to think that this means they navigated the Missouri River and passed over the very area we now consider home? The platting of the actual town of Chesterfield is credited to Justus Post in 1818; however, much mystery still surrounds this, as there is conflicting research. If you think you’re busy now, imagine a time when everything was done hardcopy with an ink pen and it becomes easier to understand why not everything was well documented. The original village of Chesterfield was a small enclave located on what is now known as Old Chesterfield Road, between Baxter and Wild Horse Creek Roads, but was within the larger Bonhomme Township. This township also included the villages of Bonhomme, Gumbo, Bellefontaine and Lake. Historically, the township and range system of land survey allowed the federal government to map and govern the vast areas of mostly rural land in the newly acquired Louisiana Territory. Each township encompassed 640 acres. The 1895 Chesterfield Post Office is still standing at the intersection of Old Chesterfield and Baxter Roads, and today houses Dick Busch Architects. By the mid 1800s, Europeans had discovered the great farmland of the area, thanks to European reports and publications claiming that this area of Missouri held topography and fertile land similar to that of Western Europe. Immigration to Chesterfield began in earnest, including my own family’s settlement in 1848. Most of the families came from Germany, but many made their way here from other regions of Europe as well. They came for many of the same reasons we are still a mobile society – better economic opportunities, family connections or simply a desire for adventure. Chesterfield is an area rich in history. Some of it can still be enjoyed today if you explore our preserved historical structures and sites, but other pieces of history live on only in memories or photographs. Whether you’re an “old timer” or you’ve recently moved to the area and are interested in your new community, in future months I invite you to join us in exploring our past. In our next issue, we’ll take a look at a business located in one of Chesterfield’s historic structures, both of which have their own interesting histories – the Old House In Hog Hollow. If you have memories, comments or suggestions for future topics, please email Aimee at aimee@thehistorychick.com

Artist’s Palette

Artist Stuart Morse Meet the Man Behind the Mural CL: Tell us a little bit about yourself. SM: I am an artist and an explorer. I designed and built my own house. People sometimes describe me as a Renaissance man because I am artistic and also musical. I am a coach and a leader. I have lived in this area for more than 20 years, and my home and studio are on acreage. I am also an owner of two businesses, Morse Fine Arts and The Morse Group. CL: Where did you study Art? SM: I’ve never stopped studying art. I started out at Purdue in engineering and then transferred to Maryville to study fine arts. When I arrived there I asked my professor, “What is the process here?” I was told, “There isn’t one, you have to figure it out for yourself.” People say of me that I see the world differently, and I think that is why. I have spent my whole life trying to figure out how the realms of structure and creativity relate. CL: What inspires you? SM: When I can use my talents to create positive changes in both people and their surroundings. Also, when I can help others make their marks on the world. Exploring nature also inspires me. There are hidden messages in nature from which we can learn. There is a story in every landscape.

CL: Why is art important? SM: Art has a purpose and it captures the moment, it tells a story and causes us to think differently. Art is captured ideas. Art teaches us how to solve problems and to do things on our own. Art is also an extension of our creative self that we are all biologically wired with to communicate ideas. CL: Where can people view your art? SM: I have pieces--very large-scale paintings--that are displayed at the Chesterfield City Hall, Chesterfield Mall, Maryville University, Washington University and at Chesterfield Arts. Individual paintings or collections displayed in my studio can be viewed by appointment. You can also view my art by visiting MorseFineArt.com. CL: What is it like to be the artist of the Make your Mark Mural on the Monarch Levy? SM: I am credited with being the artist, but many people were in on the painting project. I designed the mural and also coordinated and supervised the creative process. Chesterfield Arts was the facilitating organization for the project. The executive director of Chesterfield Arts was Stacey Morse, who also happens to be my wife, and the co-owner of Morse Fine Art Studios and The Morse Group. The mural brought people together to create something. You can learn more about how art can be used to make amazing things happen to bring visions to realities. You can go on our website MorseGrp.com and also explore ChesterfieldArts.org to learn about the connection between art and our community. August 2014 | Chesterfield Lifestyle

Field Trip

at Faust Park Travel Back in Time Article John Babb | Photography John Babb

t is possible to travel 200 years back in time in our own backyard! How? Just make your way to Faust Park, traversing the glass Butterfly House and past William King’s Solstice, the 26 foot tall modern aluminum sculpture of five stick figures whose arms appear to direct time traveling traffic. Just past a picnic table, an unpaved, gravel road appears with a sign further directing time travelers to Thornhill, the home of Missouri’s second governor, Frederick Bates and his family. Thornhill is the oldest existing governor’s residence in Missouri and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and claiming this distinction in 1974. Our trip to Thornhill occurred on Mother’s Day this year, during one of the St. Louis County Park’s free tour weekends in which the estate is open to the public. (The only other time the home will be open during this calendar year will be August 23 & 24, 2014, from 1-5pm.) We decided to take the road less traveled to enter the Thornhill Estate. A sign directing participants to the Governor Bates Hiking Trail led us to the trailhead which begins at the Thornhill property and allows exploration of 1.1 miles of land connecting with the Historic Village of Faust Park. Down the earthen trail we went, out of sight from our modern, subur-

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ban landscape. The Thornhill residence would peek through the foliage and remind us that the 1820’s were just over the tree line. Wildflowers painted the rolling hills and a picnic bench provided a shady resting spot from which we could survey the landscape. After about three-tenths of a mile, we exited the trail and found ourselves facing the backyard orchard of the Thornhill Estate. Close to the orchard, we spotted a small cemetery lined with a row of tall cedar trees. Some of the gravesites had footstones in addition to headstones. We had never seen those before and we thought to ourselves, “How different this is from what we are accustomed to today – who are the people that are resting here?” As I raised Carter, age 3, up to see over the wood picket fence around the cemetery, our questions were just beginning to be answered by the weathered and worn engravings on the monuments. We could clearly read the surname Bates on most of the headstones. Frederick Bates came to the St. Louis area in 1807, just four years after the purchase of the Louisiana Territory. Bates was appointed by Thomas Jefferson to be Secretary for the Upper Louisiana Territory and Recorder of Titles. In this position, he played a crucial role in territorial affairs and establishment of new terri-

torial laws for the new government, which was written and published in 1808. It was the first book published in Missouri. About this same time, he acquired 1,000 acres of land on the southern bank of the Missouri River. On this land, his Federal-style home was built, having been inspired by his upbringing in Virginia, and was named Thornhill in 1818. On March 4, 1819, Frederick Bates married Nancy Opie Ball, daughter of a wealthy Virginia colonel, and they had four children between 1820 and 1826. On November 17, 1824, in St. Charles, Bates was sworn in as second governor of Missouri. Thornhill has a relatively close proximity to St. Charles, which was the location of the State Capital at that time. On August 4, 1825, one year and two days after the 1824 election in which the majority of the 10,796 total votes cast by Missourians were for him, Governor Bates died of pleurisy at the age of 48.

ed various creative structures with the interlocking wooden log blocks placed on the table. Both the icehouse and the smokehouse were used to preserve food. The icehouse pit was about eight feet deep to store ice that was cut from the Missouri River in the winter, and transported by wagon. The ice was placed into the pit and food placed on top of it. As the ice melted throughout the hot and humid St. Louis summer, the level would get lower and lower – yet the ice would last through much of June! The smokehouse was used to dry and smoke meats, protecting it from bacterial growth and rotting. Nearby, smoke from the blacksmith shop filled the air. A blacksmith dressed in early 1800s clothing was constructing chain links with his apprentice, for use in a pot rack in the kitchen. He explained the use of a large leather bellows to create a fire hot enough to mold metal. We were mesmerized by the bright orange

Until his death, Governor Bates was also a farmer. The Thornhill complex was a working farm complete with his home, detached kitchen, icehouse, smokehouse, two barns, granary, blacksmith shop, orchard, herb garden, and family cemetery. The home was restored during the 1980s and has been partially furnished to look authentic. Collectively, the restoration of all the buildings at the estate bring alive the frontier and farming life from the early 1800’s. Our trip through Thornhill continued past the cemetery to two primitive tables next to the icehouse and smokehouse. A woman dressed in early 1800s clothing helped the children plant marigolds at one table, and told them about the early frontier games that were beckoning the children from the next table. Homemade versions of tic-tac-toe were constructed from wood and tree branch “coins”. Mack, age 8, challenged us to continuous rounds of games, which he frequently won, and Jack, age 7, construct-

glow of the metal as it was sculpted into a chain link. We gained an appreciation for the skill and patience required for this craft, as it takes an experienced blacksmith about ten minutes to make one chain link that is two inches long. It will take a full day of work to make the four 1.5 foot long chains for the kitchen. As we turned around we were standing next to the Thornhill home! Looking closely at the windows, we noticed the antique glass that had distorted waves and beautiful imperfections from the old-time manufacturing process. Wood shake shingles on the roof extended past the peak of the roof, pointing toward the sky. The blacksmith shared that a small gap exists at the top of the roof to provide ventilation of the attic, while the extended wood shakes would prevent rainwater from entering the home. Next, we walked under a newly constructed breezeway and turned left continued > into the detached kitchen. August 2014 | Chesterfield Lifestyle

Field trip (continued)

Inside the kitchen, Micha Kornblum, a volunteer dressed in early frontier clothing, provided historical facts that were both fascinating and thought-provoking. She described what it was like to cook in the kitchen 200 years ago and demonstrated the many items inside the kitchen that had actually been made by the blacksmiths on site. We learned that kitchens during that time were separated from the home since they burned down an average of every three years! Micha thoughtfully answered the numerous questions our boys had about the various vintage items displayed. Our kids were surprised that children 200 years ago loved toast, too, and that the kitchen was equipped with a “toaster” that would cook vertically placed single pieces of bread over the kitchen’s fire. Jack asked about the basket of ashes that was set on the kitchen table, as it was an odd thing to have in a food preparation area. Micha explained that the frontier life on the farm included using everything that was available to its fullest. We were captivated as she answered Jack’s question – ashes were used to make soap! Water was slowly percolated through the ashes and the resulting liquid that exited is called lye, which was then combined with bacon grease to make soap. Lye, in and of itself, was very dangerous and damaging to the skin, but when combined with grease in the right proportions, it changes the properties of both ingredients. Micha then described and demonstrated how one would tap the soap quickly to the end of their tongue, to determine if it was safe for skin, and thus fully converted to its useful state. After our kitchen tour, we walked back under the breezeway into the main home. A picture of Governor Bates hung above the faux-marble fireplace mantle in the central part of the home next to a table that was staged to display dishware and flatware from that time period. We learned that the mantle was actually painted to look like marble, leading to an elegant and sophisticated look in the frontier home. We then walked on the eastern side of the home into an office. Another volunteer shared that Governor Bates had owned a 200 book library that is now housed by St. Louis County, preserved for future generations. On our way to the western side of the home, we passed by the front door and heard music coming from the front porch. The Last Chance Oldtimers dulcimer and string band were playing frontier 18

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music on the front porch with a crowd of 25-30 people enjoying the sunshine and music. Immersed in our time travel, we entered the parlor, which had its own fireplace. An open section of the wall was covered by Plexiglas, allowing us to see inside the wall to view some aspects of the underlying construction of the home. Our last stop was the master bedroom of the home. A four post bed with hand-carved wooden posts and canopy top occupied a large footprint in the room. A chamber pot was underneath the bed. When the tour guide asked our children what they thought was the use of the pot, they offered up some different ideas, concluding that it was a pitcher for drinking water, since they had noticed that there was not a sink…anywhere. When they learned that a chamber pot is where the word “potty” originated, I saw “light bulb moments” (as demonstrated by a few red faces and giggles) as the kids made the connection between the chamber “potty” and the washing basin—there was no indoor plumbing! Pictures of Governor Bates and Nancy were on top of the chest of drawers seeming to stare back and to listen attentively to the guide sharing facts and stories about their family. For a moment, it was silent and it was just our family standing in the bedroom of Governor Bates. The culmination of our experiences that day – from the frontier hike and cemetery, to the blacksmith and the ice and smoke houses, to the kitchen, home, and music – we could just imagine what it was like for the Governor to wash his hands in the basin, after a day of travel from his work in St. Charles while looking out his front window to the grounds of Thornhill. We are fortunate to have such amazing history close to home and volunteers who help to bring it alive for our families. It was incredible to time travel with my family on the Thornhill Estate. Frankly, it was a refreshing break from the modern day world. Even our young children were so fascinated by the experience that they forgot all about iPads and computers while we were at Thornhill, but they are still giggling about thinking that the chamber pot was a water pitcher! For more information on Faust Park and the Thornhill Estate, visit stlouisco.com/ parks/faust. The Thornhill Estate home will be open to the public from 1-5pm on August 23 & 24, 2014 with historical interpretation volunteers on-site. The Thornhill Estate grounds are open year-round for hiking and picnicking.

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Discipline, Dedication and Direction DJ Roy: Part of Chesterfield’s Bright Future Article Libby Mullen | Photography Provided

t the age of 5, DJ Roy attended his first taekwondo class. Eleven years later, putting into place the principles of discipline and dedication, DJ now holds a third degree black belt and is the highest ranked martial arts student at ATA Martial Arts Studio in Chesterfield under Chief Instructor Morgan Shank. Though he has been an assistant to Shank for four years, this summer, Roy is officially employed and teaching taekwondo to several of the studio’s 250 students ages 5-50. “When you help others, you realize you are helping yourself grow, too,” says Roy. In addition to earning his black belt, Roy 20

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also took fourth place in his age group at the Taekwondo World Championship held in Little Rock, Ark., in 2012. “Taekwondo has taught me respect and self-discipline, and also I have learned to never give up because anything is possible with discipline and dedication,” says Roy. Recently, he was honored by Shank when he was presented with a scroll marking 10 years of excellence in the martial arts. It is apparent that the same attitude and mindset that has made him a world champion in taekwondo is also reflected in Roy’s academic achievements, his extracurricular activities and

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his hobbies. During his eighth-grade year at Rockwood Valley Middle School, Roy was selected as a WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) leader. These student leaders help the incoming sixth-graders by setting a positive example, helping students adjust to middle school and by sharing their own experiences to offer guidance. Roy is recognized as a Renaissance student at Lafayette High School, an honor reserved for students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. On some weekends, Roy also volunteers with a Lafayette High School Key Club, cleaning up trails and parks and implementing school improvement plans. Roy also plays lacrosse for the Lafayette Lancers.

“When you help others, you realize you are helping yourself grow, too.” When Roy is not teaching at the ATA Martial Arts Studio, studying or practicing lacrosse, he plays drums in a cover band called DMT. The band’s name comes from the first initials of its members: DJ Roy, Mason Gervich and True Morse. According to Roy, DMT has played together for nearly six years and their most memorable musical performances include: the eighth-grade talent show at Rockwood Valley Middle School, Lafayette’s Battle of the Bands, Talent Bash and playing on a moving float in Lafayette’s homecoming parades. What did this athletic, musically talented and studious teen have to say when asked what he likes best about living in Chesterfield? “Chesterfield is a really friendly community and we have great educational systems here, too,” he says. “There’s always something to do with so many things close by. Chesterfield is a great place to grow up.” Lastly when Roy was asked what advice he would give to younger kids about how to carve out a bright future and a successful life for themselves, he smiled confidently. “I would tell them what my dad has always told me are his three rules for life: 1. Do what’s right, 2. Do your best, and 3. Treat others the way you want to be treated.”

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Third Time is a Charm Cornerstone Mortgage was Chosen AGAIN as a Top Place to Work Article Libby Mullen | Photography Provided

ornerstone Mortgage, headquartered right here in Chester- COO) and has rapidly grown every year. At the time of the survey, field, is excited and proud to announce that it has been select- Cornerstone had a total of 141 employees and they now have more ed as one of the Top Places To Work in the St. Louis region for three than 165 employees, are currently licensed in five states with 14 ofconsecutive years. Cornerstone is listed as the only Top Mortgage fice branches throughout the region. The newest offices recently Banker to work for on the 2012, 2013, and 2014 Top Workplaces list. opened in the Northland area of Kansas City, Mo., and Johnson Leaders from Workplace Dynamics and the St. Louis Post-Dispatch County, Kans., providing even more employment opportunities. come together each year to recognize local companies that create “Our employees are an essential part of Cornerstone’s success,” a positive work environment for their employees. The evaluation says Stevenson. “We sincerely appreciate all of their hard work and for the Top Workplaces program is based upon feedback collected commitment. I believe this award is a reflection of the relationships from an employee survey. In order to qualify for the Top Work- we have with our staff and the outstanding work they do.” places list, 35 percent of a company’s employees must complete the Cornerstone Mortgage is always looking for talented individuals survey. Cornerstone exceeded this requirement with 78 percent of to join their team. If you feel like you would be a good fit, please their staff participating in the assessment. visit their company website to fill out an employment application or “We are honored to have been selected for this recognition, email your resume to JoinOurTeam@CornerstoneMortgage.com. especially since the judges were our employees,” says Jim Dean, The results of employee surveys earned Cornerstone president and CEO of Cornerstone. “Without their dedication, several Top Places To Work awards three years in a row, eviwe would not continuously be the Top Mortgage Banker to work for dence that Cornerstone’s employees report it’s a great place in St. Louis. We take great pride in making our company a place to work. It seems logical that with a positive environment, where people can thrive and learn. We will customers would benefit from receiving continue to work hard to make sure Cornera higher quality of service. In addition, Cornerstone Mortgage stone stays a great place to work.” Cornerstone Mortgage is locally owned, 17280 N Outer 40 Road Suite 100 Cornerstone Mortgage has been in operand all loan processing, underwriting, Chesterfield, MO 63005 ation since 1995 and was founded by Dean and closing for properties here are com314.995.9919 and Angi Stevenson (Senior Vice President/ pleted in Chesterfield. 22

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Parent’s Corner

Education and Technology at Chesterfield Day School Can YOUR Children Investigate, Design and Create Original Technologies? Article Libby Mullen | Photography Provided

tudents at Chesterfield Day School are immersed in technology in a unique and innovative fashion. Rather than just occupying their time gaming on computers, CDS students are creating original video games. Instead of playing with inventions that someone else created, CDS students are designing and crafting their own functional robotic machines. Opportunities to invent and construct imaginative programs and apparatuses are deeply ingrained across the curriculum. Kindergarteners and first graders at CDS will learn computer programming through a special program that is visual in nature and presents computer coding segments in the form of puzzle pieces that will only fit together when there is a workable sequence created. With a foundation of computer coding in place, fourth-grade students use these skills to create their own original multi-level computer games. A professional computer programmer consults with each of the children on their projects. The computer games are uploaded to a central sharing space where they are available for fellow students to explore, play and write feedback comments about the games. The creation process is as important as the outcome in that the students have opportunities to work through roadblocks and experience trial and error, which develops perseverance to reach their goals. In the spirit of Montessori principles, the Chesterfield Day School curriculum is very “hands-on.” In addition to the access to computers and technology tools students will investigate, design and build robotic machines. The implementation of the LEGO WeDo robotics program and open access to a “maker’s space”

workshop that will allow the students access to a myriad of tools and technologies to learn, construct and then bring their creations to “life.” Students have created workable robotic animals, roller coasters, and prototypes for green technologies, and are encouraged to solve problems and meet certain specific criteria in some of these higher level projects. “Through a technology program like this, our students are able to develop a different way of thinking and develop a systematic approach to solving problems,” says Jeff Horwitz, director of Academics and Student Services at Chesterfield Day School. “It also teaches students to learn how to use technology tools and encourages creativity. Collaboration and communication are very important aspects of our technology program. We are building the leaders of tomorrow.” For more information about Chesterfield Day School, please visit ChesterfieldDaySchool.org or call 314.469.6622.

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Hot Spot

Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro Ticket to a Tasty European Tour Article Libby Mullen | Photography Provided

o, travelling to Europe wasn’t in the stars for you this summer? You are not alone. What if I told you that there was a place right here in Chesterfield that can offer you an exclusive European tour for $25-$30 per person? Interested? Ok, great! Let me clarify that this European tour is one of eclectic culinary delights, so there will be no flight delays, no lost baggage and no jet lag. Simply hop into your car, and drive to Ya Ya’s Euro Bisto. That is exactly what we did last Friday evening, and I haven’t stopped talking about our delicious experience. As we approached the sophisticated stucco building, welcoming and friendly staff pushed opened large-scale doors with ornate handles and greeted us. Once inside, I panned the open, yet cozy interior, and was amazed at how visually interesting and instantly warm the atmosphere felt. The floors, bar and fireplace are created from large broken pieces of earth tone ceramic tiles and trail through the dining areas in a random mosaic design, making the walk to your table feel adventurous. Unique metal and blown glass lighting fixtures provided an ornamentally elegant ambience. Large rustic wooden posts and beautifully batted fabric walls were a harmonious blend of textures and reminiscent of how I imagine a fanciful, yet quaint, European inn would be adorned. Without delay, our server greeted us and shared several unique dinner specials. She was both personable and professional, and it was apparent that she genuinely enjoyed the opportunity to provide excellent service at Ya Ya’s. We were delighted to learn that we had arrived during Happy Hour (M-F 24

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4 p.m.-6:30 p.m.) and that the appetizers, called “Starters” (priced $7-$15, with an average price under $10) were offered at a “2 for 1” special pricing. We decided to order several starters to share, so that we would have the opportunity to sample several of these European inspired selections: HUMMUS & PITA - grilled pita, Ya Ya’s famous hummus, with chili oil …$7 FRESH RICOTTA - ricotta, sundried tomato & olive tapenade, with grilled ciabatta …$9 P.E.I. MUSSELS - pinot grigio, spring onion & basil pesto, sundried tomato crostini …$12 GNOCCHI - roasted chicken, gorgonzola cream, spinach, spiced walnuts …$10 SHRIMP A LA PLANCHA - skillet seared shrimp, dry sherry, with red chili butter …$15 WAGYU BEEF CARPACCIO - goat cheese, white truffle oil, baby arugula, and piadini …$11 CALAMARI “FRITTO” - fried calamari, gazpacho aioli, agro dolce sauce … $10 CHICKEN PIADINI - crispy thin crust, chicken, peppers, feta, hummus, chili oil … $8 ZUCCHINI PIZZETTA - shaved zucchini, asiago cheese, walnut, spring onion & basil pesto … $7 SMOKED TROUT Collins Spring trout, preserved lemon aioli, red onion, egg, capers … $12 The first stops on our culinary tour of Europe were Turkey and Greece. Ya Ya’s Hummus and Pita dish was as f lavorful

and delicious as it was beautifully arranged. Next, we sauntered over to Italy when we sampled the rich and creamy Gnocchi, followed by the fresh and zesty Zucchini Pizzetta. Our next destination was Spain as we shared the Shrimp a La Plancha, noticing the high quality of the fresh seafood that was pan-seared to seal in the mildly spicy f lavoring. We were so delighted at the presentation of each of the dishes we chose. Ya Ya’s chefs treat the food preparation as an art form! Our tasty European tour was perfectly complemented by the robust selection of French wines. Chardonnay was the perfect light, crisp and fruity accompaniment to our cuisine. Our entire experience at Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro was fantastic, start to finish. What is the best thing about Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro? Honestly, it really depends on who you ask. When I asked around, I was enthused to learn from one patron that Ya Ya’s uses farm fresh ingredients from local vendors and they are also able to cater to people with food allergies by preparing gluten-free versions of many of the items on their menu. If you inquire, you are likely to hear mouthwatering descriptions of Ya Ya’s elegant Sunday Brunch Buffet or, to receive recommendations to take clients to Ya Ya’s for an impressive and fabulous business lunch. You may also learn that Ya Ya’s is a superb choice for a romantic, delectable dinner. If you ask me, I will share that you certainly don’t want to miss out on Ya Ya’s Happy Hour Specials. There is no place else I know of that can provide you excellent service, embrace you with gorgeous ambience, and whisk you away on a culinary tour of Europe, wine included, for less than the cost of a tank of gas…which, depending on the car you drive, would only take you to Versailles, Mo.

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Driver’s Notebook

BMW’s Spirited M235i Puts a Smile on Your Face Article and Photography Tom Strongman

MW’s M235i is the spiritual cousin to the 1600/2002 from the late 1960s and early 1970s. I bought a white 1600 in 1969 because I couldn’t afford the more powerful 2002 and I loved it. It was small on the outside yet roomy inside, had incredible visibility thanks to the tall windows and it handled like a sports car. The strategy behind the 2 Series is similar to that used for the 1600/2002: Make a compact coupe with sporty handling and, in the case of the M235i, blistering performance and incredible fuel economy for such a powerful car. The M235i has 320 twin-turbo horsepower from a 3.0-liter six-cylinder and either an eight-speed automatic or a six-speed manual transmission. The car from BMW’s press fleet had the eight-speed automatic with manual shift paddles, and it was delightful. Hard-core enthusiasts may choose the manual but frankly, the automatic is so good, and can be shifted manually when desired, that it would be my choice. Base price for the M235i is $44,025. The 240-horsepower 228i has a four-cylinder engine and its base price is $33,025. My 1600 had several recurring issues

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that eventually caused me to sell it after a couple of years but I still remember how much fun it was to drive. Those memories came flooding back when I took an M235i on a weekend trip because it was a blast. I missed a few things on my trip, namely a navigation system, satellite radio and heated seats. Those items would bump the price by $4,450, pushing the sticker price to more than $48,000. The M235i is fun every time you slip into the deeply contoured sport seat that fits as if it were made for you. The chassis is tuned to deliver a taut, well-controlled ride and it loves to be tossed into a turn. Still, the ride is compliant enough to be pleasant for everyday driving. The adaptable suspension, M Sport brakes and Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires are perfectly matched. Being able to select Sport Plus, Sport, Comfort or Eco Pro drive settings with a button on the console lets the driver tailor the car to suit his or her mood. Sport mode is the most fun, of course, because each gear is held a little longer, each shift of the eight-speed automatic is a little firmer and the exhaust sounds throatier. Comfort is a

good everyday setting, and Eco Pro is perfect for long stretches of highway travel. Eco Pro softens the throttle response, lets the car coast with the engine at idle when the throttle is released and cycles the air conditioning on and off to reduce the drag on the engine. The driver can select which of those functions is active. I selected the coasting feature and disabled the others. Rolling to St. Louis with Interstate 70 traffic that was moving well past the speed limit, I averaged 29.1 miles per gallon. The return trip was interrupted with several rainstorms, but my average was 28.6 for nearly 500 miles of fast driving. The M235i’s cabin is businesslike. The instrument panel has easy-to-read analog gauges. The sport seats have a wide range of adjustability that makes them a great place to be for hours at a time. Whereas the 1600/2002 had a surprisingly spacious back seat, due mainly to a tall, upright roof, the one in the M235i coupe would be cramped for most adults. The trunk has decent space, and folddown rear seats give some flexibility for carrying large objects.

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At-A-Glance Point: The M235i is a ball of fun rolled into a fairly sedate twodoor coupe. The 320-horsepower engine is a delight, sports seats fit like a glove and fuel economy is amazing given the power output of the engine. Counterpoint: The boy-racer front fascia is a bit overstated, the back seat is small and the price is substantial.

2014 BMW M235i Engine: 3.0-liter, 320-horsepower twin-turbocharged six-cylinder Transmission: Eight-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive Wheelbase: 105.9 inches Curb weight: 3,535 pounds Base price: $44,025 As driven: $45,475 MPG rating: 22 in the city, 32 on the highway

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Sold Properties

Recently SOLD Chesterfield Properties subdivision

original list

sold price

% sold/orig

Weston Place

$1,089,000

$1,038,800

95%

Kingspointe

$915,000

Kings Glen

$819,000

Greystone

dom*

bdrms

f/h bath

3/2

100%

4/1

$823,743

100%

3/2

$750,000

$761,000

101%

4/1

Pine Creek

$719,900

100%

4/1

Wildhorse

$689,000

100%

3/1

Ladue Glen

$509,000

$500,000

98%

3/2

Nooning Tree

$475,000

$480,000

101%

3/1

Westhampton Woods

$485,000

$477,000

98%

4/1

Country Place

$459,900

$450,000

98%

3/1

Villages at Baxter Ridge

$439,000

$441,000

100%

2/2

Chesterfield Farms

$415,000

100%

2/2

River Bend Estates

$340,000

$341,000

100%

3/0

Villas at Ladue Bluffs

$325,000

100%

3/0

Kehrs Mill Bend

$300,000

$290,000

96%

2/1

Ladue Trails

$285,000

$275,000

96%

2/0

White Plains

$254,900

$257,000

101%

3/1

Clarkson Crossing

$244,900

$252,500

103%

3/1

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Lifestyle Calendar

August

AUGUST 5, 2014 FAUST PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - ENCORE FAUST PARK

ENCORE plays a wide variety of classic favorites. Free live music. Starting at 5:30pm, high-quality food available from local restaurante and/or food trucks. Bring your own seating. Coolers are allowed. Free parking. Music plays from 7-9pm.

AUGUST 12, 2014 URBAN CHESTNUT BEER DINNER YA YA’S EURO BISTRO

Five-course dinner featuring “farm to table” - bounties of harvests from local farmers. Enjoy handcrafted beers served by the Brewmasters from Urban Chestnut Brewing Company, each selected to perfectly complement the farm-fresh courses. 636.537.9991. YaYasSTL.com

AUGUST 14, 2014 FEAST IN THE PARK FOOD TRUCK EVENT WITH THE RALPH BUTLER DUO FAUST PARK

Food, drink, free live music. No coolers allowed. 5-8pm, band plays from 5:30-7:30pm.

AUGUST 16, 2014 SCHOOL OF ROCK U-19 BASH CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER

AUGUST 7, 2014

Celebrate St. Louis’ under 19 music scene, with special guests Jon Anderson, the iconic voice of YES, and Steve Ewing, the golden voice of The Urge, doing special sets with the School of Rock House Band. Local under 19 bands perform. Noon-10:30pm. Tickets start at $10 for general admission and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com.

MAD SCIENCE FOR PRESCHOOLERS

AUGUST 19, 2014

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10am-11:30am. Children will have the opportunity to see science demonstrations and perform experiments. Each child will receive a special item to take home. $12/child 314.615.8383 stlouisco.com/parks

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AUGUST 8, 2014 “SPEAK EASY DIE HARD” MYSTERY DINNER OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY CHESTERFIELD

6-9:30pm. Enjoy delicious cuisine while becoming an active part in a murder mystery. $30-35/person. 314.283.2782 or 888.918.6505. cleverproductions.net

AUGUST 9, 2014 CHESTERFIELD CITY CONCERT SERIES - SPIN THE BOTTLE CHESTERFIELD AMPITHEATER

8-10pm. Free. With male and female lead vocals and harmonies, and a melodic blend of saxophone, flute, keyboard, and guitars, STB will keep you wondering what’s up next....while the solid, high energy rhythm section keeps you dancing and singing along.

AUGUST 12, 2014 FAUST PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - BILLY PEEK FAUST PARK

BILLY PEEK plays blues and classic rock. Free live music. Starting at 5:30pm, high-quality food available from local restaurante and/ or food trucks. Bring your own seating. Coolers are allowed. Free parking. Music plays from 7-9pm. 30

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TOWER PLAZA - CHESTERFIELD COMMONS

6-7pm. Dr. Matthew Worth will be reviewing the inner workings of what causes individuals to have Tourettes and tic issues. Learn about the latest research and treatment options. The lecture is free of charge and open to the public. Call 636.537.9800 or email mi4ndmail@gmail.com to RSVP, as space is limited.

AUGUST 22, 2014 FOOD TRUCK FEASTS CHESTERFIELD CITY HALL

11am-1:30pm. Come sample the area’s best lunch specials! Menu prices from $6-$9. Chesterfield.Mo.Us

AUGUST 22, 2014 TRIVIA NIGHT HOSTED BY CHESTERFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER - MARILYN FOX BUILDING

6:30-10pm. 2nd annual trivia night with games, food, drinks, and fun! Join business leaders, chamber members, and residents for a night to remember! $25/person or $200/table of eight. Call: 636.522.3399

AUGUST 23 & 24, 2014 FAUST PARK OPEN HOUSES - HISTORIC VILLAGE AND THORNHILL ESTATE FAUST PARK

Open from 1-5pm. Visit the Historic Village at Faust Park for free

open houses. Also open to tour are the 1820s and 1860s barns, the smokehouse, ice house, peach orchard and blacksmith shop. Guides in period dress will be available to answer questions.

AUGUST 23, 2014 CHESTERFIELD CITY CONCERT SERIES MAGAZINE (TRIBUTE TO HEART) CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER

8-10pm. Free. Magazine is a brand new tribute band formed by Kelly Wild from the very popular band, “Trixie Delight”. This is sure to be a great performance and a must see for “Heart” and Oldies Rock lovers alike.

AUGUST 30, 2014

SEPTEMBER 6, 2014 CHESTERFIELD CITY CONCERT SERIES - DOGS OF SOCIETY (TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN) CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER

7-9pm. Free. Effortlessly evoking an ultra-cool Elton, lead singer John Gore rocks the piano with a veritable Who’s Who from the St. Louis scene.

FEAST IN THE PARK FOOD TRUCK

SEPTEMBER 20 & 21, 2014

EVENT WITH FANFARE

FAUST HERITAGE FESTIVAL

FAUST PARK

FAUST PARK - HISTORIC VILLAGE

Food, drink, free live music. No coolers allowed. 5-8pm, band plays from 5:30-7:30pm.

10am-5pm each day. Crafts, Demonstrations, Historic Homes, Hayrides, Carousel Rides, Music, Food, Games, Kids Activities, Historic Baseball located in the Historic Village. The 19th century homes will be abuzz with period dressed staff. Hands-on activities for children, including rope making, historic games and butter churning. Hay wagons carry visitors around the parking lots from the main entrance. $5 adults, $2 per child (ages 4-12), free for children 3 and under.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

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SEPTEMBER 19, 20, & 21, 2014

CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER

BUDWEISER TASTE OF ST. LOUIS

Sky Promotions presents a dynamic night of outdoor jazz, while showcasing green vendors proficient in demonstrating what it means to live a sustainable, verdant and healthy lifestyle. 2pm-10:30pm. Tickets $30+. ecomusicfestivals.org

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the public . Come experience over 30 of the area’s best restaurants, intense chef competitions and showcases, interactive sponsor activities, the popular Kid City, and a vibrant artist village. New in 2014, the Taste will also feature ticketed celebrity chef showcases, concerts and VIP opportunities within the Chesterfield Amphitheater. 09/19 4-10:30pm, 09/20 11am10:30pm, 09/21 11am-9pm. tastestl.com

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The Budweiser Taste of St. Louis moves to Chesterfield! The region’s largest “foodie” event is calling Chesterfield its new home! Admission to the festival grounds remains free to

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Optometrist & Eye Care Specialist

17714 Chesterfield Airport Rd Chesterfield MO 63005

www.libertyeyecarestl.com • libertyeyecare@gmail.com August 2014 | Chesterfield Lifestyle

There are things known and things unknown and in between are the doors.

Jim Morrison