Chesterfield March 2015

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I came to Dr. Adams as a 53 year old female that could barely turn my head. It was difficult to drive. Even worse I could not look down. I actually had stitches in my head from falling over things below my waist that I couldn’t see. This has always been a problem but kept getting worse. After looking at my x-rays and discussing a plan, it helped much faster than we first thought. After just two adjustments I was able to look left and right much easier. My right arm is more mobile. Above all I can actually look down. I haven’t tripped over anything since. I don’t wake up in the night in pain anymore. He gave me the best option besides surgery which I will fight to the end. Dr. Adams mapped out a plan for me and I cannot be happier. He has given me back my mobility and I feel better than ever.

—Kathy A. The problem I came in with was nerve damage in my lower back with pain and numbness running down my left leg. I have been seeing pain management who has been giving me nerve blocks in my back which wasn’t lasting very long. Since I have been seeing Dr. Adams, the nerve blocks have been lasting longer and I have had more motion in my back. I would recommend Dr. Adams to my friends and family.

—Joey W. I really don’t know where to begin. Six weeks ago I started coming to Dr. Adams. At that time the pain in my lower back and left shoulder was so bad that I could not do even the most simple tasks. I had given up hope that I would ever get better. There

were times when the pain was so excruciating, I almost had to crawl from room to room. The pain in my shoulder was so bad it was even hard to drive a car. I enjoy sewing and other craft work and this was impossible for me to do. After only six weeks of treatment my lower back pain is almost entirely gone. I can now bend and turn and do normal household tasks that were impossible before. I even had trouble getting in and out of the bathtub.

As for my shoulder, I am once again sewing, crocheting, and doing crafts with my Sunday School Class. I am also able to play the piano at church without being in severe pain again. I have fibromyalgia and no medication has helped like the treatment I received from Dr. Adams and his staff. I cannot sing their praises loudly enough. I would strongly recommend that if you suffer from any type of pain please give them a chance to help you. I’m sure you will be glad you did.

—Tammy G. I came in with really bad pain in my left hip, low back, and headaches. The pain had been bothering me for about a month and had gotten so bad I had to have my husband help me get my socks and shoes on. I had been to another chiropractor before but decided to see Dr. Adams because it was so close. After the first or second adjustment I could begin to tell it was helping already because I was able to put my own socks and shoes on again and do household work without pain. Dr. Adams and his staff make you feel like family.

—Jennifer S.

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Get those Creative Juices Flowing

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rt is a form of human expression; it can take shape in a variety of ways. Though painting and sculpting may come to mind when one hears the word “art,” the arts encompass all forms of creation and performance. Creation of art is something that sets humans apart from other species in our world. A wonderful realization about the fine arts is that we can all create and appreciate the creations of others. Art is meant to be shared and experienced.

Throughout history it is evident that humans desired to express themselves by leaving impressions through the various art forms.

I often hear people make statements like, “Oh, I am not artistic at all,” or “I don’t have a creative bone in my body.” I want to tell people who label themselves as “non-creatives” that they are selling themselves short in the art department. One does not have to possess talent or have a corner on original creativity to enjoy the process of creating. Often people shy away from enriching opportunities for the simple misfortune that they have labeled themselves as untalented in the art realm. Once people realize that they don’t need to be “artsy” or talented to make something and they allow themselves to try something new, it is amazing the satisfaction and invigoration that people can derive from creating.

The arts can be very relaxing and therapeutic. In a world of fast-paced technology, participating in the arts can help us to slow down, to clear our heads and to get back to the “basics” of being a human being.

I challenge you all to try something new that is in line with the arts. “Creative juices” are fueled and filled again by creating something; they may not be present at first; you must take action to awaken their flow. I am not implying that you immediately run out and invest in renting art studio space and purchase a slew of gargantuan canvases; perhaps you could visit Pinot’s Pallete and receive fun, easy instruction to paint while you enjoy your favorite wine. I am not implying you should drop everything and move to Nashville to pursue a singing career; perhaps start by belting out some tunes in the shower. In no way, shape or form do I mean to suggest that you to quit your job, break the bank on photography equipment and become the next Ansel Adams; perhaps you can use your smart phone and start snapping away at subjects that inspire you.

Start small; the next time there is a birthday or special occasion in your family, make a card rather than purchasing one. Check out Pinterest.com and find some simple gifts to make with easy step-by-step instructions. Visit Michael’s in Chesterfield Valley to peruse displays of easy arts and crafts and to take some craft classes. Make your creative imprint in the world; your creative juices will continue to flow and you will surprise and delight yourself. Please email pictures and a short description of your new creation projects and performance art experiences to LMullen@LifestylePubs.com; I will select several to feature in a future issue of Chesterfield Lifestyle so others can enjoy and appreciate your masterpieces, too.

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18 Chesterfield’s Live Music Venues

Explore Chesterfield area opportunities to enjoy live band performances.

22 The Art of a Thousand Words

Departments 8

Good Times

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Around Town

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Parent’s Corner

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History 101

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Home Matters

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Giving Back

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

Capture time and memories with photography.

24 Arts and Crafts of Chesterfield Past

Discover Chesterfield’s historical folk art to learn how form met function.

28 Tile Jewelry for Charity by Henry Kitchen & Bath

Learn about the origin of Henry’s beautiful tile jewelry and how

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Good Times

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Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce’s Game Night at Amini’s proved to be a roaring good time. Guests played everything from pinball to poker and earned tickets for the gift raffle at the end of the evening. Game night benefitted the USO of Missouri; gift packages were donated by local businesses to support the cause.

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Chesterfield’s Best Recognized At Annual Awards Luncheon The Awards Luncheon was held at Old Hickory Golf Club and sponsored by Hardees Iceplex. Several Chamber members were recognized for their contributions and achievements in Chesterfield. New members were welcomed and the new Chamber Board of Directors was announced.

Ernstrom Spinal Rehab Hosts Networking Coffee

Dr. Ed welcomed guests at the “First Thursday Coffee” held at Ernstrom Spinal Rehab. Guests enjoyed coffee, breakfast and networking. The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce plans the monthly events that are open to members and non-members.

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Around Town CHESTERFIELD JOINS THE MISSOURI CLEAN ENERGY DISTRICT

The Chesterfield City Council voted at their January 21 meeting to approve an ordinance to join the Missouri Clean Energy District. The Property Assessed Clean Energy Act (PACE) was established by the State Legislature in 2010 to promote the use of clean, renewable energy and supports improvements to commercial properties to make them more energy efficient. Owners of qualifying properties can access special funding for these improvements, allowing for financing up to 20 years through the District, rather than using conventional lending.

The District’s purpose is to provide sustainable capital for qualifying energy efficiency projects in communities across the state of Missouri. When municipalities join together, they create a broad base of demand for capital and therefore an opportunity for economies of scale resulting in a reduced cost of borrowing for property owners. One of the most attractive aspects of the program to members is cooperation among communities which becomes a gateway to the lowest possible cost in terms of interest rates available.

Qualifying property types include commercial, industrial, agricultural, multi-family, not-for-profit and public facilities, and is generally used for existing facilities, not new construction. The program is funded through the municipal bond market and is administered by the Missouri Clean Energy District, who handles the request from start to finish. Essentially, an additional property tax assessment is placed on the owner’s property, which is paid annually up to 20 years. The lien stays with the property, even if the property is sold.

Those wishing to learn more or to inquire if a project qualifies can contact David Pickerill at DPickerill@MCED.Mo.gov or 314.769.8300 or visit MCED.Mo.gov.

CHESTERFIELD RANKED AS THE “SAFEST PLACE TO LIVE IN MISSOURI”

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list generated by Movoto Real Estate. The second year on this list, Chesterfield ranked third in 2014, and replaced last year’s winner, Town and Country.

Rankings are determined by the FBI’s crime statistics from the 2013 Uniform Crime Report of the 74 Missouri cities with population greater than 10,000.

Divided into four categories--murders, violent crimes, property crimes, and total crimes--each crime was calculated by the number of crimes per person and ranked by category. The rankings were also weighted; murders, violent crimes, and property crimes comprise 30 percent of the overall score, while total number of crimes made up 10 percent.

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Chesterfield is a vibrant city with an exceptional blend of more than 150 restaurants, hundreds of unique retail shops and unique events. Formed in 1988 by citizens who cared deeply about the area and quality of life, Chesterfield boasts two excellent school districts, and several outstanding private schools. Stroll through our beautiful parks and trails or visit a few the area’s best museums and art galleries.

MY COCONUT KITCHEN COCONUT SPREADS NOW AVAILABLE AT DIERBERG’S MARKETS My Coconut Kitchen coconut spreads were featured in chesterfield lifestyle’s february 2015 “food” issue.

Angie carl is the owner of My Coconut Kitchen and is a Chesterfield resident.

Select flavors of the healthy coconut spreads are now available at Dierberg’s, and continue to be available at Lucky’s Market and Sumit’s Hot Yoga.

Carl says, “As a society, we are starting to look at food as medicine. It is important to think about what we put into our bodies as a key to overall health. Healthy foods that make us feel better can also be indulgently delicious. That is the goal and the foundation of My Coconut Kitchen.” The spreads

are available in 10 flavors and can be used in any recipe or just be eaten right off of a spoon. “Our spreads are versatile and made from the entire meat of the coconut rather than just from the oil extracted from the meat. Coconut butter is as different from coconut oil as peanut butter is from peanut oil,” says Carl. For more information visit: MyCoconutKitchen.com.

MUD MANIA STRIKES THE HEARTLAND St. Louis’ largest permanent mud run obstacle course cranks up the challenge. Attention fitness buffs, health enthusiasts and action addicts: It’s time for you to get in on the madness by “getting your mud on.”

Missourians have the perfect opportunity to sample the fast-paced craze located practically in their own backyards.

The rare permanence of this course offers bigger obstacles, muddier challenges, steeper mountains and deeper waters.

The Battlegrounds is a true example of the industry’s premier venue, which ultimately claims the heart, soul and body of every mud runner it hosts.

The Battlegrounds, St. Louis’ largest permanent mud run obstacle course, will hold its sixth bi-annual race on Saturday, May 2, 2015, beginning at 8 a.m. Runners can enter to accept the challenge of a 3.2-mile (5k) or a five-mile mud run and experience the demands of more than 30 military-themed obstacles. These are perfect opportunities for those who want to concurrently test their physical and mental strengths. The Battlegrounds is located at 950 State Highway OO in Wright City, Missouri, next to Cedar Lake Cellars winery and event venue.

Unlike its competition, The Battlegrounds offers plenty of “freebies” including free spectator admission; guests can watch their loved ones from many course vantage points. Free parking, free gear checks and a free kids’ mud zone area for children 12 and under are also available, as well as the unusual amenity of on-site showers for mud run participants. Postevent activities include individual and group award presentations, a festival area

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The run’s obstacles, which vary each year to ensure new challenges, include the signature Torpedo Launcher consisting of a 100-foot water slide that empties into a 12-foot deep water pit. Other highlights include The Gauntlet, which is comprised of six lanes varying in difficulty and situated over an eight-foot, deep water pit. The Battlegrounds incorporates several different types of terrain including creeks, woods, fields and valleys; each feature adds to the intense level of competition.

The Battlegrounds is teaming up with three non-profit organizations: BackStoppers, Barrel Aid, and Operation Food Search.

Proceeds from the mud run will benefit BackStoppers, a non-profit organization founded in 1959 to support the families of fallen heroes in the greater St. Louis region. Funding assists families of police officers, firefighters and EMS/EMT professionals who lost their lives in the line of duty. For more information, visit Backstoppers.org.

The Battlegrounds will work with Barrel Aid, which partners with the non-profit Mission-Haiti.org to supply clean shoes, fresh water, food and schooling for more than 1,600 unserved children in Southern Haiti.

Barrel Aid attends mud races around the country and collects donated shoes, which are laundered and transported in barrels to Mission Haiti in Ti-Rivier. For more information, visit BarrelAid.com.

A canned food drive at the race will benefit Operation Food Search, which was established in 1981 to address the growing problem of hunger in the St. Louis area. As the largest distributor of free food in the bi-state area, the organization distributes 2.75 million pounds of food and household essentials to nearly 300 community partner agencies. Visit OperationFoodSearch.org for more information.

An exclusive wave designated for elite runners to race others with similar abilities will be held 8am and is limited to the first 250 runners (including both individual and four-person teams) who can maintain an 8 minute 30-second mile pace. Awards are available for elite run individuals, as well as teams of four. Elite teams can be comprised of men, women or a combination of both.

The entry fee is: $100 before February 27 $110 before March 27 $120 before April 17 $140 before April 30 $160 on May 1 or May 2 All participants must be 18 years of age or older. Groups of five or more are highly encouraged to register. VIP upgrade options are available to all.

For more information visit TheBattlegrounds.com or call 314.569.3005.

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Around Town

The bad news: There is no key to happiness.

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ered artists, Always Spring will now be featuring a new local artist each month.

In order apply, visit: AlwaySpringSTL.com and click on “Connect” to message management with general information on the artist and how soon the artist would be ready to show. Always Spring offers to help write artist statements and work descriptions and will host an opening or closing night in which the community can meet the artist. The artists can chose to sell their art and Always Spring will only take a small commission. If the artist is a student it costs nothing to display and/or sell student art. Always Spring encourages artists at all stages in their life and in an effort to appreciate and harness artists of all ages—there is no age requirement for application.

Visit Always Spring to check out the current artist or browse a selection of unique items and give the “Gift of Spring” for your next special occasion.

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February’s Mystery Picture is a worm’s eye view of the Tower, on the campus of Logan University. According the Logan University Spring 2012 edition of its newsletter, The Tower, “The Tower, standing tall and proud on the campus courtyard, has become the college’s symbol of strength and fortitude… According to Logan’s associate professor and resident historian, Dr. Patrick Montgomery, the Tower was erected in 1962 on what was then the Maryknoll Seminary campus. It was constructed with prestressed concrete, a new technology at the time. With precast construction, the Tower is exceptionally durable and has the ability to withstand wind pressure up to 100 miles per hour. This 80-foot structure houses three large, 600-pound brass bells suspended from stainless steel beams. When Logan purchased the 103acre (now 112-acre) campus in 1972, the sturdy Tower was adopted by students, faculty and staff as an iconic emblem of

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5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE TOWER

1. A two-crane operation constructed the Tower in 1962, from five, large separate pieces.

2. The white folded rooftop is made of marble.

3. The structure weighs 250 tons, with each leg weighing 45 tons.

4. A few years ago, Logan added 400 watts of light to illuminate the Tower at night.

5. The bells in the Tower ring each day at: 6am, 9am, noon, 3pm and 6pm.

A special thanks to all of our readers who took the time to write; keep those guesses coming. Congratulations to the following readers who submitted correct guesses: Mike Briner, Rebecca Sturmer, D.C.

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MONTHLY MYSTERY PICTURE: WHAT IS IT? Each month a Mystery Picture will be included at the end of Around Town. The Mystery Picture is a photo of something in Chesterfield; the picture may depict a close-up view or be taken from a unique vantage point. The 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 readers to submit an email, correctly identifying the subject of the Mystery Picture, will be given the opportunity to have their name 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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Parent’s Corner

Integration of the Arts CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL ARTICLE LIBBY MULLEN | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

“If we try to think back to the dim and distant past...what is it that helps us reconstruct those times, and to picture the lives of those who lived in them? It is their art...It is thanks to the hand, the companion of the mind, that civilization has arisen.” —Maria Montessori, The Absorbent Mind

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rt and music opportunities are available all of the time to our students,” says Lisa Trout, director of admissions at Chesterfield Montessori School. Art is a superb opportunity for children to express themselves. Art can also be a method for children to communicate their thoughts and feelings. It is through art that children develop fine motor skills. The Montessori environment provides open-ended art activities that help children develop and explore creativity.

“The hallways outside the classrooms are filled with magnificent student artwork. Currently some of the lower elementary classes are studying color,” says Trout.

When it comes to art, it is the process itself and not the product that is of importance to the child. As adults it is often our goal is to produce a product. Children interact with the world differently; a child works to develop and learn about “self.” Once a child creates something, he may not feel the need to keep the product because it is the process of creation that provides him with satisfaction and delight.

“Art and music are integrated throughout all the subject areas, at Chesterfield Montessori School, rather than studying them in isolation.” Says Trout. “When the arts are a part of learning they help the students to make connections in meaningful and engaging ways.” Integrating art into all areas of the classroom gives children a solid foundation for future growth. Through art, children are exploring, creating, expressing, and developing knowledge of “self.” One of the best ways to ensure that art is integrated across 16

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the curriculum is to provide a readily available, well-stocked art area in the classroom and afford children opportunities to choose their mediums: paints, pastels, clay, pencils, and crayons.

“When studying geography recently, some students traced the maps and painted beautiful watercolor pictures of the United States and Africa,” says Trout. When students use their hands to create something that expresses what they are studying, it internalizes that learning; rather than simply reading or hearing about a new concept, students can experience it by their owns hands.

“The human hand, so delicate and so complicated, not only allows the mind to reveal itself but it enables the whole being to enter into special relationships with its environment... man ‘takes possession of his environment with his hands.’ His hands, under the guidance of his intellect transform this environment and thus enable him to fulfill his mission in the world.” —Maria Montessori, The Discovery Of The Child

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Why travel miles away when there are plenty of awesome music venues right here in Chesterfield? In fact, Chesterfield is a prime spot for many local artists to showcase their talent.

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or many years, St. Louis has been a thriving music town. From local cover bands to national touring acts, there has always been a hunger for good live music. When you ask folks around town where are the best spots to catch a live band performance, you will receive many different answers including, “The Loop” (in University City) and the Central West End. You are sure to catch a live band in both of those areas, but why travel miles away when there are plenty of awesome music venues right here in Chesterfield? In fact, Chesterfield is a prime spot for many local artists to showcase their talents. Wait, you didn’t know Chesterfield had a thriving music scene? Well, follow me on a tour of a few of the best music venues that the Chesterfield area has to offer.

Live Music Venues In Chesterfield ARTICLE PATRICK LATOUR | PHOTOGRAGHY JOHN BABB

SKY MUSIC LOUNGE

One venue that is growing in popularity is Sky Music Lounge. People come from all over the city to see some of the area’s finest local bands perform. Located at 930 Kehrs Mill Road, in the Barn at Lucerne, Sky is easily accessible to residents of Chesterfield as their musical hot spot. Local bands such as: Jake’s Leg, Paint the Earth, The Shrinking Violets, Big Rain and Who Killed Kenny are just a few of the extremely talented bands that take over the stage at Sky Music Lounge on the weekends.

Sky Music Lounge offers an unforgettable live music experience that will keep you on your feet, dancing the night away. With an industrial loft appeal and the relaxing comfort of a café, it’s understandable why residents of West County choose this Sky as their party destination. Do you want to experience a live band but not a fan of your ears ringing after the show? Well, Sky Music Lounge is the place for you! At Sky Music Lounge you will feel the beat and hear the harmonies, minus the pounding headache when you leave. Are you in need of a place to throw your next private party or special event? Sky Music Lounge has you covered with three unique rooms that are available for rent. Don’t just take my word for it, plan your next event or night out at Sky Music Lounge and see for yourself! www.SkyMusicLounge.com

EDGEWILD RESTAURANT AND WINERY

Looking for more of a quiet evening of music? Some folks are simply not looking for a night of upbeat, rocking dances tunes. Sometimes there is nothing better than a good meal, a glass of wine (or two) and the soft, soul pleasing sounds of an acoustic duo. Sound like your kind of night? Well, treat yourself to the perfect setting for a relaxing evening of soothing music and dining at Edgewild Restaurant and Winery.

Edgewild is locally owned and operated by Andy and Dee Dee Kohn, Edgewild is definitely a one of a kind experience, right in the heart of Chesterfield. The food is incredibly delicious offering a seasonal menu consisting of classic traditional dishes, American cuisine with a twist and of course, two wine menus. Yes, I said TWO wine menus. If you really want to go all out on a Friday night, reserve a table for one of the Fire Island Dinners. Guys, if you want to impress your wife, this is the epitome of romance. Close your eyes and imagine you and your wife sitting at one of only six white cloth draped tables, surrounding a fire pit while you both sip wine and enjoy fantastically prepared entrées. Wives, feel free to leave this page open where your husbands can see it.

So let’s see, we have great food, wine, more wine, a romantic relaxing setting-- what more could one want? I know… Music! After you enjoy a tasty meal, finish out the evening with some of the area’s most talented acoustic acts. Music acts such as The Ted McCready Duo, Rocky Mantia and Dan Kuse provide the perfect entertainment for the perfect evening. One of my personal favorites is Dave and Greg. These guys are fantastic! In fact, I caught up with Dave Kalz of Dave and Greg last night. Dave is a friendly guy and he was more than happy to provide his take on Edgewild. “EdgeWild is one of our favorite venues as a duo. The vibe and the ambience combined with the location makes it a great room that our fans love coming to. They have a great staff, great food, and artist treatment is top notch! They’ve managed to perfectly combine a live music venue, a winery, and fantastic restaurant seamlessly into one. Greg and I always look forward to playing there. It just has a cool vibe about it. The atmosphere on that patio is like a place you’d expect to find in L.A. or Chicago; not West St. Louis County. It’s just a cool place with a hip staff and great food,” said Kalz.

Edge Wild Restaurant and Winery is located at 550 Chesterfield Center has a little bit of everything ... music, wine and food—the three main spices of life! There are so many different restaurant and wineries you can visit, but why bother flying to wine country when the best of the best is right in your own back yard? I know what you are thinking and no, you cannot live at Edgewild-- I’ve asked.

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CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER

Summer is right around the corner and opportunities to attend outdoor concerts will be available. The only thing better than watching a live band performance is experiencing a favorite band while sitting under the stars. Chesterfield residents are fortunate to have a beautiful outdoor musical venue located in Central Park. The Chesterfield Amphitheater has the capacity to host 4,000 patrons. The seating areas consist of the lower bowl- which has 304 stadium style seats. The second tier is comprised of flat turf terraces separated by a masonry wall that can be used as spectator seating. Patrons can bring lawn chairs or spread out blankets and relax on the terrace while viewing the stage.

My personal favorite is the lawn section.

There is really not a bad seat in the entire place but, I must say, I would choose to relax on a blanket in the grass over a sitting in a seat, anyday!

Chesterfield Amphitheater has hosted national music acts such as Kenny Loggins and Edwin Mccain, as well as some of the area’s best cover bands such as Joe Dirt, Groove Thang and Vote for Pedro. Are tribute bands your thing? No problem.

Their yearly musical line-up has that covered, too. The best part of the Chesterfield Amphitheater is most of the performances are FREE of charge. Not in the mood to see a band? Would you rather watch a singa-long movie? Your whole family can sit together on a blanket under the stars and enjoy a movie at Chesterfield Amphitheater during the Summer Movie Series. The venue does have a well-stocked concession stand but Chesterfield Amphitheater allows you to bring your own refreshments. I know right? It’s almost unheard of these days. It’s no secret that the Chesterfield Amphitheater is the pride and joy of Chesterfield and with such a massive variety of events that take place during the summer, I recommend visiting this incredible venue. Check the weather, grab a blanket and chill under the stars!

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The Art of A Thousand Words Capture Life’s Moments ARTICLE PATRICK LATOUR PHOTOGRAPHY LATOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

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rt comes in a vast array of concepts, themes and interrelations. With every brush stroke of the imagination, one’s taste and personality is presented in a way only the artist can convey. At the moment you are most likely picturing a beautiful mountain landscape on a canvas or a colorful abstract piece of art on display at a gallery, but the specific art form I would like to touch on in this article has nothing to do with water colors, paint brushes or charcoal. The art form I’m speaking of is photography.

A photographer is an artist like any other artist, only he or she must rely on artistic vantage points to capture a split second of time that will only happen once. Wow, talk about pressure!

There are many different styles of photography. Perhaps the first subjects that come to mind are landscapes, nature and wildlife. With spring quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to bring your inner photography artist out of winter hibernation and start looking for a perfect place to capture life’s beautiful moments. Maybe you are interested in getting a perfect shot of the sunset with the trees casting their shadows across the fresh spring grass. A still shot of a humming bird on a mission for nectar may be your goal. Whatever your artistic hunger, there are innumerable places in and around the Chesterfield community with photographic value. All you have to do is clean off the camera lens, let your imagination roam and stroll through the park.

The first place I think of for photo opportunities in Chesterfield is Faust Park. Faust Park is extremely rich with history and is truly a photographer’s playground, so to speak. The park even contains a beautiful old-fashioned carousel and an historic village with rustic log and brick cabins from the late 1840s to 1910. Faust 22

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Park is one place that will allow your creativity to be expressed and your artistic eye to see without any boundaries. The park is also a great place to take some creative family photos. Why settle for pictures in the backyard when you can bring the family to a place like Faust Park? They can learn some history and have fun while you get some amazing, creative family photos. Be prepared though because when you enter Faust Park with a camera, it’s easy to lose track of time.

Ok, so maybe you would like some great photos but you really don’t consider yourself to be a photographer, or you would also like to be in the photo. Hey, that’s alright--you still deserve those moments of life captured with every click of the button, and as luck would have it, there are many professional Chesterfield-area photographers who can make your artistic vision a reality. After all, there is more to photography than simply snapping a picture. Not only must one have a creative eye for photography and possess the knowledge of lighting specifics, but a photographer will also be aware of what time of day is the best for photo shoots. Sure, “capturing the moment” is the goal but it takes more than an expensive camera to produce that perfect art you envision when looking at a park. Cropping, contrast and warmth all are vital editing steps. Of course with a great photographer, there will not be much editing needed; however there is always that one blemish your senior doesn’t want in her pictures, or the typical toddler who falls face first on picture day.

It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words; it is a photographer’s goal to capture a story in a flash of time.

The reasons and possibilities for photography sessions are endless. Senior pictures, engagement photos, weddings, maternity photos, family portraits, or maybe you simply want the brother and sister who argue on a daily basis to smile in a photo together for your own amusement. No matter what the occasion, hiring a professional photographer is the best way to go. Maybe it has something to do with the relaxing natural surroundings or because you basically have the world as your backdrop, but outdoor photo sessions are growing with popularity, and indoor, stuffy studios are becoming less desirable environments for photographs. Outdoor photo sessions tend to produce better pictures of the little ones because they’re more of a fun trip to the park instead of a boring trip to the mall. Do you dread pictures because the phrase “say cheese” never gives the natural smile, or you have a toddler who never cooperates because--let’s face it--they are a toddler?

Don’t dread your next photo session, have it done in a park instead to capture those natural smiles only the outdoors can bring.

Wait, you say I’m forgetting something?

Hmm, what could that be? Oh yeah, we can’t forget Fluffy and Duke! Pet photography, is that a thing? Absolutely! Our pets are members of

the family, too, and you want memorable pictures with your furry family members as well.

Pet photography is another theme that has been making its mark in recent years and of course there is no better environment for pet photography than the outdoors. Remember when I mentioned that certain photographers are better at certain forms of photography? This is one form of photography for which you definitely want to hire a specialist. It can be somewhat of a daunting task to photograph pets such as dogs and cats and a good pet photographer will know the tricks of the trade to get f luffy to cooperate during the session.

Art is all around us and it can be captured with every click of the camera. The one thing I love about photography is how it captures, in a flash, one moment that was here for a split second. These are moments you will never ever get back. These are one-time moments that are now gone forever. With photography, you can look back at that past moment and smile. Whether you try out your eye for photography or hire a professional photographer, don’t let those moments pass you by, capture them.

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History 101

Form Meets Function A HISTORY OF ARTS & CRAFTS IN CHESTERFIELD ARTICLE AIMEE PELLET | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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hen we think about small farming communities a hundred years or more ago, fine art isn’t usually what comes to mind. Chesterfield was like many communities throughout the country, as well as pioneer communities throughout the West. Fine art was probably not a part of their daily lives. However, this doesn’t mean that people weren’t interested in surrounding themselves with beautiful things or in creating expressive art themselves.

Even rural Victorians often had a few small items such as figurines or fancy clocks to put on display. Pioneers often transported meaningful items with them for hundreds of miles using great care.The economic and geographic realities were that except for these limited, cherished pieces most things of beauty had to be made and usually served a purpose as well – a combination of form and function.

One form of folk art that seems to hearken back to the heart of Americana perhaps more than any other is quilting.

A single quilt would need to be planned well in advance, usually pieced together by hand with scraps of cotton fabric and then more hours would be spent going back to add the intricate quilting stitches. While certainly some women sewed entire quilts by themselves, the task was often so daunting that large groups of women would come together to work on one quilt stretched on large racks. And, of course, this gave a great excuse for socializing. Sometimes these were town groups and other times they were church affiliated. My great-grandmother was part of a quilting group at St. John’s United Church of Christ on Olive Blvd.

Other types of needlework became their own art form. Embroidery and crocheting were popular pastimes, but almost always with practicality in mind. We have many pillowcases that my great-grandmother embroidered with decorative patterns.

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fine threads. Families didn’t have the vast selection of household goods readily available as we do today. Local dry goods stores carried a limited stock. If one could afford purchases from popular catalog stores such as Sears & Roebuck, they did not have the speedy shipping options we are accustomed to today. When we think of lacy, crocheted doilies - if we think of them at all - we imagine a primarily decorative item. But more often these were utilized for more functional purposes such as protecting furniture--tables or the arms and back of a sofa for example--as people did not live in the disposable society we do today.

In a time more divided by gender roles, men, too, were involved in folk arts. Leather tooling was popular and men often made intricate bridles and other tack for their livestock. Horses and other livestock were expensive and valuable property for a household, equivalent to an automobile today. People took great pride in making them look attractive. Woodcarving was also a popular art form. Men with great skill might carve intricate pieces for decoration, but more practically they may carve furnishings or games and toys for their children. They might also cane the seats of kitchen chairs, a method used to refurbish a worn chair seat to extend its usefulness.

And, of course, many other items were handmade for the children of a family. Manufactured dolls, with porcelain heads and fine clothing were something that only the wealthy could afford prior to the industrial revolution. By the turn of the century, factory-made dolls were more commonplace, but were still not something children received in abundance. If a girl had one store-purchased doll, they were to consider themselves lucky.

Chances are any other dolls in a little girl’s family would be made from leftover rags or corn husks, which were usually in abundant supply. Cornhusk dolls were made by soaking the cornhusks in water and twisting them into a doll shape. The corn silk was used

for hair. Early-season silk gave blonde hair. If a girl wanted a brunette doll she had to wait until the corn ripened.

And indeed dolls were not only seen as proper toys for young girls, but for training tools as well since very few women in farming communities before World War II worked outside of the home, so learning to be a mother and homemaker was essential to later life. Furniture for dolls was often handmade, but sometimes came from traveling salesmen. These men would carry smaller versions of their products with them as samples--a tiny stove for example--and might leave them behind or sell them when a newer model was released.

None of this is to say that the early residents of Chesterfield weren’t interested in fine art. The World’s Fair of 1904 brought incredible art to the city and one of the few buildings that was built for permanency was the Museum of Fine Art, ensuring that St. Louis would always have an art museum. Residents of Chesterfield and neighboring areas could take the trolley car from Creve Coeur Lake to the city to view master works of art from around the world.

And even Chesterfield was not without its own fine art. One of my great-aunt’s prized possessions was a self-portrait by Ernst Sohn, a prominent local artist. I can still picture the dignified gray-haired man smoking a pipe, staring back at me from her wall. After moving to several different locations in the City of St. Louis, the Sohn family finally settled in the community of Lake

near what is now Greenfield Village subdivision, where Mr. Sohn had his own studio. He was mentioned in the St. John’s United Church of Christ’s 1932 Anniversary booklet: “Prominently and widely known in the field of art is the name of E. Sohn of Lake.

He is a genius with remarkable endowments in painting portraits, landscapes and in copying famous paintings.”

But even artists had to have a practical means of support. Mr. Sohn worked as a private art teacher. He also painted portraits of local children, including my grandmother and her sisters, as well as drawings of my great-great-grandfather’s funeral, which was a common practice. Sadly though, these treasures have been lost over time. In 1904, my great-grandfather hired Sohn to paint images of musical instruments and fruit on the ceiling of their new Victorian home on Olive Blvd (destroyed by fire in 1915).

Unlike fine portraits, paintings and sculptures that are safeguarded behind glass in museums, folk art is a bit more fragile in its longevity. Sometimes used to the very end of its usefulness, other times discarded as not very significant or most often just lost to time, it makes those few surviving pieces all the more special. Do you have a piece of hand-crafted family heirloom art that once made the lives of your ancestors a bit more beautiful? Its form may be close to same as it was then; its function now may be to connect you with a simpler time in history.

If you have memories, comments or suggestions for future topics, please email Aimee at Aimee@TheHistoryChick.com

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Home Matters

The Art of Pest Control

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Linda Doering owns (and is) “The Bug Lady.” She offers expert pest control services to Chesterfield residents and likes to educate her clients about ways to keep pests at bay in between service calls.

Linda has been in business for herself for more than 10 years. Prior to doing business as The Bug Lady, she worked with her father in the pest control industry.

“My dad was a teacher and his summer job was working with a bunch of teachers in pest control,” says Doering. “I was a teacher, too. When I moved back to the area they were laying off teachers and so I worked in pest control, too. The customers would call me ‘The Bug Lady’ I always say my customers gave me my name.”

Doering derives great satisfaction from protecting her clients’ homes from pests.

“I love my job because I am always in motion, no two days are the same and I have the chance to meet all kinds of great people,” she says.

To some, pest control may seem like a unique occupation for a woman. Doering has worked in the pest control industry for many years and she knows how to rid your home of bugs and other pests.

“The teacher in me educates families to keep them safe from the problems bugs and pests can cause. They may not be aware of how much damage pests can cause, ranging from structural damage to carrying allergens into their homes. It is significant,” says Doering.

The Bug Lady is state licensed and insured. All of her services are in compliance with federal and state laws. Clients find comfort that The Bug Lady provides free estimates for every service, uses environmentally friendly products in all processes, and guarantees all work to 100 percent client satisfaction.

“Through my years of experience and training, I am uniquely skilled to find the pests that may be hiding in your home or business and to provide the best pest control services,” says Doering.

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fall. Homeowners can help keep pests at bay; let’s take a look at some of the Chesterfield area’s most common nuisances.

SPIDERS

Most spiders in our area are not dangerous though they can bite.

The Brown Recluse spider has a poisonous bite and should be tended to immediately. Everyone’s body reacts a differently to spider bites. Pest control certainly can take care of spider problems.

Watch for spiders in the winter when they seek warmth and shelter indoors. Spiders are great at keeping the flying insect population balanced outdoors. If you find a single spider inside, consider capturing it between a drinking glass and a paper plate and releasing it outside. If you have multiple spiders, call for service.

ANTS

Ants can be a big problem in Chesterfield during the warmer months.

They tend to trail in and are attracted to exposed food and sweet, sticky spills. Be sure to put food away and clean up crumbs and spills by wiping down surfaces. If you don’t wish have ants spoil your picnic so to speak, don’t leave them any temptations--no matter how little they might seem. Only a few ants might be seen at first. These could be the scout ants that are casing the joint for spoils. Be wary of even a few ants, because that few can quickly become a slew.

LADYBUGS

Ladybugs often live under windowsills. They excrete a potent pheromone that will attract more ladybugs to gather there. Wash your windows inside and out--especially under the sills. Washing away the scent of the pheromone interrupts their cycle and slows reproduction. Ladybugs may seem cute but not when there are hundreds of them inside on the windows and in light fixtures. Ladybugs are great at keeping the population of garden/crop eating aphids in check; keeping ladybugs outside allows them to accomplish this important job.

SILVERFISH

These creepy little bugs are not fish at all but are often found shimmering in the water drains of sinks and tubs/showers. People often think that the silverfish come up from the drains since they were found crawling out of them. Silverfish can lay eggs in the gutters of a home where it is moist. They can enter through the attic and then down through lighting fixtures and fans. Keep your gutters cleaned out so they can dry between rains and discourage egg-laying; fewer eggs means fewer pests.

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ROACHES

Keeping your house clean by sweeping and mopping floors, wiping down food preparation surfaces and washing dishes right away lessens the chance of attracting roaches. Unfortunately, even the cleanest of homes can fall victim to roaches when the eggs are brought inside. Roaches often lay eggs in the corrugated areas of cardboard boxes and can be inadvertently transferred to a home--even a brand new home—when moving, especially if boxes were in storage. Have your new home sprayed before you move in and promptly unpack and dispose of cardboard boxes by recycling them.

MICE

A mouse only needs a dime sized hole or gap to be able to enter a structure; they often enter a dwelling through the area around water spigots and under doors. Mice can cause a lot of damage chewing and shredding things to create bedding for their nests.

They also have the annoying habit of getting into food packages and eating the food while leaving behind droppings. Exposure to rodent droppings can cause a host of nasty viruses and infections. Fill any holes or gaps with steel wool to prevent mice from entering; mice cannot chew through it!

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Giving Back

TILE JEWELRY FOR CHARITY BY HENRY ARTICLE LIBBY MULLEN | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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few years ago Henry Kitchen & Bath started carrying an array of beautiful glass tiles for bathroom and kitchen remodeling projects.

“I was trying to think of a genius way to get the word out that we had tile,” says Jennifer Trentadue, a designer at Henry. “I remembered seeing a dress made of tile and so we had one made to promote Henry Kitchen & Bath as the place to go for tile. From there the tile jewelry just sort of evolved. I came up with the idea for us to make tile jewelry but it is Gail Smith who actually does the hard work and makes the jewelry.”

Smith, also a Henry Kitchen & Bath employee, makes the tile jewelry at her home in her spare time.

“We started our jewelry as giveaways for our customer,” Smith explains. “Murray Fishman, the owner, loves to greet our customers and give them each a piece of the jewelry. People started calling about the necklaces and asking how they could buy some; the demand for the necklaces was growing.” They decided not to sell them, but ask for donations that could then be given to various charities.

“My parents taught me the importance of giving back to the community and this is my way to give back,” she says. “I feel thankful and blessed to work for a company that allows me this opportunity.”

Henry also offers the jewelry, often made from discontinued tiles donated by vendors, as “giveaways” at home shows. The recipients have opportunities to make donations. At a large home show last year, Henry Kitchen & Bath raised more than $2,000 through voluntary donations for the necklaces and sent it to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Trentadue says, “My youngest son, Sam, has diabetes so donating to JDRF had special meaning to us.”

Laura Vermeire attended a home show where Henry Kitchen & Bath was giving out the tile necklaces for donations.

“My son Dylan’s bar mitzvah was coming up in a few months and we thought that the necklaces would be the perfect way for him to raise the money for his community project goal,” Laura says. “The jewelry is so beautiful, gorgeous really, and Gail Smith worked so hard cleaning the tiles to prepare them. Dylan had a goal to raise $1,000 for the Wounded Warriors Project and began selling the necklaces. He ended up raising $1050. Henry Kitchen & Bath was so gracious and generous to basically donate the necklaces for Dylan’s fundraising project. People are still asking if we are selling the necklaces.”

Dylan is also appreciative.

“I want to say a special thank you to Gail who often spends hours of her spare time preparing and assembling the stunning tile

squares and radiant rectangles into necklaces for a variety of local fundraising events like my bar mitzvah project,” he shares. “Many who purchased told me they received many compliments and gave them as gifts. I hope people will help me thank the folks at Henry Kitchen & Bath by visiting their St. Louis and Chesterfield showrooms for kitchen and bath fixtures, design services, supplies, and unique items they won’t find anywhere else in St. Louis.”

For more information about the tile jewelry for charity email Gail Smith atGailS@HenryPlumbling.com Henry Kitchen & Bath offers a complete solution for the bath and kitchens for a wide variety of tastes. Customers are guaranteed to receive the best combination of functionality and design. If you are remodeling your kitchen or bathroom you will find the latest generation of products from major brands offering revolutionary designs and brilliant functionality.

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Sold Properties

Recently SOLD Chesterfield Properties subdivision

original list

sold price

% sold/orig

dom*

bdrms

f/h bath

Dartmouth

$345,000 $350,000 102.32%

1 5

3/1

Conway Meadows

$350,000 $350,000 100.00%

1 3

3/0

Highcroft Estates

$359,900 $359,900 100.00%

47 4

2/1

Waldens Meadow

$365,000 $350,000 95.89% 76 5 3/1

Villages of Whitebrook

$368,000 $355,000 96.47% 178 3 2/1

Pines at Kiefer Creek

$399,000 $390,000 97.74%

5 4 3/1

Villages of Winding Trail

$399,900 $394,000 98.52%

3 4 3/1

Windemere Place

$409,900 $390,000 95.15% 20 4 3/1

Canterbury Estates

$416,900 $397,500 95.35% 61 6 4/1

Winding Trails

$419,000 $399,500 95.35% 44 5 3/1

Nooning Tree

$474,900 $466,000 98.13% 32 2 3/0

Arbor Haven

$479,000 $469,000 97.91% 15 5 3/1

Arbor Chase

$550,000 $535,000 97.27% 194 4 3/1

Thornhill Estates

$645,000 $630,000 97.67% 108 4 3/1

Clarkson Farm

$649,000 $622,000 95.84% 73 6 4/1

Villages of Kendall Bluffs

$677,500 $655,000 96.68% 48 3 3/0

Villages of Meadowbrook

$828,316 $863,442 104.24%

1 2

2/1

$1,379,000 $1,379,000 100.00%

11 5

4/1

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This data is a sampling of sold properties from 1-1-2015 through 1-31-2015. Source: MLS system.

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March

TUESDAYS - SUNDAYS MARCH MORPHIO MANIA® THE SOPHIA M. SACHS BUTTERFLY HOUSE AT FAUST PARK

Visit us during the month of March, when the Butterfly House floods the tropical conservatory with thousands of breathtaking Blue Morpho butterflies—a perennial favorite. Visitors will learn about the critical role butterflies play in nature, and how the Butterfly House is involved with butterfly conservation efforts in Costa Rica. Come inaugurate the season with these majestic creatures and immerse yourself in a sea of blue—all March long! Included with Butterfly House admission. Free for Garden Members. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 314.577.5100.

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MARCH 5 CHESTERFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXPO AND

celebrate. Enjoy refreshments and specials, and see the latest designs and products for your outdoor living space. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 636.728.0003. HeartlandsHome.com.

MARCH 25 CHESTERFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING PERSIMMON WOODS GOLF CLUB, WELDON SPRINGS, MO

Please join us for our March General Membership Meeting at Persimmon Woods Golf Club. $25 for members, $30 for guests. 11 a.m.1 p.m. 11 a.m new member networking, 11:15 a.m. networking & registration, 12 p.m. lunch. 636.532.3399. ChesterfieldMOChamber. com. info@ChesterfieldMOChamber.com

MARCH 26 CHESTERFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AFLAC

Join your Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce colleagues and friends for drinks, food, and networking. Advanced registration required for all. Bring plenty of business cards with you! Free for members, $15 for guests. 5-7 p.m. 636.532.3399. ChesterfieldMOChamber.com. info@ChesterfieldMOChamber.com

SHOWCASE

MARCH 28

CHESTERFIELD MALL

E-CYCLING, CLOTHING & TOY COLLECTION

An annual event showcasing more than 80 businesses and drawing hundreds of attendees. Excellent opportunity for attendees to view product demonstrations and speak face-to face with industry professionals in a relaxed atmosphere. Are businesses meet to promote their products and services. This annual Chamber-sponsored event is a “don’t miss opportunity” to connect with potential clients and renew past business relationships.4-7:30 p.m. To reserve a booth, call 636.532.3399 or visit ChesterfieldMOChamber.com. info@ChesterfieldMOChamber.com

CHESTERFIELD MALL

MARCH 12 CHESTERFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FIRST THURSDAY COFFEE HALF-PRICE BOOKS, CLARKSON ROAD LOCATION

Join your Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce colleagues and friends for a light breakfast, coffee, juice and networking. Non-members must prepay online or by phone and advanced registration required for all. Bring plenty of business cards with you. Free for members, $15 for guests. 7:30-9 a.m. 636.532.3399. ChesterfieldMOChamber.com. info@ChesterfieldMOChamber.com

MARCH 14 OUTDOOR LIVING OPEN HOUSE HEARTLANDS BUILDING COMPANY IN CHESTERFIELD

Spring will be here soon! Plan for spring and visit the Heartlands Building Company Showroom at 680 Crown Industrial Court to 32

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Web Innovations & Technology Services (WITS), a not-for-profit organization, and the City of Chesterfield have teamed up to provide West County residents with a FREE drop-off location for all electronics. They also collect all sizes of reusable clothes, shoes, toys and baby items that will be donated to families in need. New 2015 location: Chesterfield Mall parking lot across from Dillard’s.

Fees for items containing lead and other materials may apply. Absolutely no paints, tires, chemicals/hazardous or wood products will be accepted.Business and residents can also request a low-cost pick up service. All donations are tax deductible. Free. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 314.382.1650. More details at WITSinc.org.

MARCH 28, 29 THORNHILL ESTATE OPEN HOUSE FAUST PARK

Relive St. Louis County’s pioneer history. The Thornhill farm includes the home and utility buildings of Frederick Bates and family, and shows early 1880s frontier life. Bates also played a pivotal role in the Louisiana Territory. The site includes his 1820s home, barn, reconstructed summer kitchen, ice and smoke house, orchard and herb garden, and family cemetery. The restored home is partially furnished to look as it did when Governor Bates would set off on a one to two-day trek to St. Charles, Missouri, then the first capital of the state. Period dress staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions. Free. 1-5 p.m. 314.615.8328. StLouisCO.com

Business Directory AUTOMOTIVE St Louis Motorcars (636) 449-0000 stlmotorcars.com

COMMUNITY EVENTS & ORGANIZATIONS City of Chesterfield (636) 537-4000 chesterfield.mo.us

EDUCATION

Chesterfield Montessori School (314) 469-7150 chesterfieldmontessori.org

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION Dream Play (636) 530-0055 dreamplayrec.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES & PLANNING CPAs for Hire (314) 374-2660 cpasforhire.com

Moneta Group (636) 787-4700 monetagroup.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS ATA Academy- Chesterfield (636) 532-4282 stlata.com

Burn 1000 (636) 220-1010 burn1000USA.com

Sherwin Williams (636) 536-3728 sherwin-williams.com

Suzanne Otto Group (314) 276-3400 thesuzanneottogroup.com

HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS

The Bug Lady (314) 494-9726 thebugladystl.com

SPECIALTY SHOPS

INSURANCE

Novak Jewelers (636) 227-7225 novakjewelers.com

Heartlands Building Company (636) 728-0003 heartlandshome.com Henry Plumbing Kitchen & Bath Galleries (636) 532-3303 henryplumbing.com The Scobis Company (636) 537-2494 schobiscompany.com

HOME DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

Dau Home Furnishings (636) 394-3005 daufurniture.com Encore Consignment Gallery (636) 220-9092 furniturehomedecor.com

Always Spring (636) 489-3808

Charles L Crane Agency (636) 537-5080 craneagency.com

MEDICAL CLINICS & FACILITIES

Chesterfield Spine and Sports Medicine Center (636) 778-1515 chesterfieldspinalcare.com Ernstrom Spinal Rehab (208) 520-7109

PROPERTY & REAL ESTATE

Old House in Hog Hollow (314) 469-1019 oldhouseinhoghollow.com Polka Dot Peonies (636) 536-5062 The Great Frame Up Inc (913) 642-2211 ART4STL.com

TRAVEL & LEISURE

Travel Leaders (636) 778-1081 travelleaders.com/stlouismo

Boutique Realty (314) 266-2520 boutiquerealtystl.com

HOME SERVICES

Allen Roofing & Siding Co (636) 975-5255 aroofing.net

Coldwell Banker GundakerDana Gundaker-Devers (636) 394-9300 cbgundakerhomes.com

Beck-Allen Cabinetry (636) 519-1611 beckallencabinetry.com

Kays-Anderson Realty LLC (314) 775-2050 ChooseKim.com

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Parting Thoughts

Painting in the River THE CONCEPT OF “ART” WORDS LIBBY MULLEN

M

y father is the first person that comes to mind when I think about the concept of “art.” He is an artist by trade and was an art instructor at both the high school and college levels for more than 40 years. Ironically, his name is Arthur and he has always been called “Art,” sans a short period of time during his childhood when he was called “Junior.” My dad’s life has literally revolved around the arts.

Anyone who visits my parents is instantly surrounded by creative energy. In my parents’ home you eat from hand-made pottery plates and drink from clay coil mugs-- while sitting around a handcrafted dining table--all made by my father. The walls in their home display original art paintings created by my father and other artists. Every holiday season my parents hosted a large gathering of artists that always included a handcrafted ornament exchange. The Scotch pine Christmas tree in the upper level of their home is decorated exclusively with these wild and wacky ornaments, collected over many years--and the old-fashioned colored blinking lights. Sculptures and clay creations from various artists are on display all year long.

When I was a child, my dad was always working on new and exciting art projects including fine metal jewelry, pottery, woodworking, sculpture and paintings. He has his own studio in their home, which is packed with every art supply of which one could dream. He often created “artsy” cards for my birthdays and other occasions. Dad matted and framed his own paintings and dis34

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played his award-winning work in many shows every year. My dad always encouraged me to create and I often had a small table in his display booth to display and sell my own creations. One year, when I was 9, I painted cute little animals on wooden blocks and sold all but the horse that looked like a dog.

Art shows rank highly, but my favorite childhood memory of my artist father is when he would paint in the river. How is this accomplished you might be wondering? Each summer we would go on a camping trip along the Jack’s Fork River located in Eminence, Missouri. In the grueling heat, under the summer sun, Dad would set up an easel and a very low lawn chair IN a shallow part of the river. With his paint palette in one hand and his paintbrush in the other hand, Dad would paint the most beautiful watercolor paintings of the “riverscapes” around him--using the crystal clear river water to wet his brushes. Groups of swimmers, hikers and “floaters” would stop for long periods of time and watch him painting. They were all so fascinated to watch the picture of the scenery around them form on the paper--right in front of their eyes. I remember feeling so proud of my dad, his talents and his welcoming of spectators from all walks (and floats) of life.

Art is creative expression that brings enjoyment to others when shared; ask the many campers and canoers over the years who would stop on the rock bars to get out and watch my dad, Art, painting in the river.

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