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Accomplishments are meant to be remembered forever. At Crown Trophy, clients are guaranteed satisfaction. A one-stop shop for supplying awards and recognition products to businesses, schools, athletic associations and many other organizations, Crown Trophy delivers on price, quality and service. “We also have other products that customers might not expect a business of our type to carry, such as promotional products, signs, name badges and bronze plaques,” Vice President Ben April said. He and his wife, Wendy, started their franchises 16 years ago, knowing it would be a good way to work together and combine their talents with exceptional products. In addition to their Ballwin location, the couple also owns a Crown Trophy in St. Peters. Nationally known and locally owned, Crown Trophy is part of the only franchise system in the awards and recognition industry. Its 150-plus stores across the country give it the ability to develop its own exclusive and unique products. The company as a whole constantly works to develop exciting new products for its loyal clients.

When President/Owner Jeff Minnis is not programming, he is running Jeff Computers, the leading source for all computer solutions. “Since we are locally owned and operated, we offer faster and better quality service,” Minnis said. “We can fix almost any computer problem, and we also custom build desktop and laptop computers.” Jeff Computers is a worldwide solution for information technology needs, offering laptop and computer repair, both new and refurbished desk and laptops, Clear super fast 4G wireless Internet, Cricket Android phones and Cricket basic unlimited phones. Jeff Computers also recently released an easy backup program to help users keep their data safe. Jeff Computers’ innovative services also include the sale and installation of the brand new ultimate connection – Clear Internet – the first network built for today’s on-the-move lifestyle. It offers speeds four times faster than 3G and is available in virtually every corner of St. Louis. Clear is designed with the Internet in mind and goes places

“Our customers love the flexibility of choosing different awards from event to event,” April said. Not only can Crown Trophy supply the same products as its competitors, but it also has its own designs that are exclusive to Crown Trophy stores. “We are craftsmen at heart, and we strive to generate quality products that we, our customers and the end recipients will feel proud of,” April said. “We want our customers to feel confident that they are recognizing the achievements of people with the highest quality awards available.” Crown Trophy #35 15471 Clayton Road - Ballwin #35 (636) 391-6001 www.crowntrophy.com/store-35 Crown Trophy #85 4021 S. Cloverleaf - St. Peters #85 (636) 477-9988 www.crowntrophy.com/store-85 Store Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon. - Fri.

Wi-Fi cannot. It delivers an Internet connection anywhere – at home or on the road. Minnis also is the creator of the popular StudyX, the easy and fun software program used by educators and students alike to help students focus and study for tests. Minnis’ computer knowledge and personalized computer services allows Jeff Computers to fix any problem with a laptop or desktop as well as acquire any new parts. “We are one of the few companies that can solve all of our customers’ needs, and our computer website service offers quick repairs online,” Minnis said. Jeff Computers’ trained and experienced technicians guarantee both quality and reliability for the highest quality of service around. Jeff Computers 14366 Manchester Road • Manchester (636) 256-7901 www.jeffcomputers.com

Martha’s Hands Home Health is on a mission to serve with compassion. Martha’s Hands provides quality, compassionate private duty home health care. Eileen and John Hedrick founded Martha’s Hands over 30 years ago. While a nursing student, Eileen was taught compassionate care by the Sisters of Mercy emphasizing total wellness. Because she wanted to maintain those high standards, Eileen turned to her husband for expertise. Since the 1980s, John had been building his own successful engineering firm. With Eileen’s focus on high quality standards and John’s ability to s e t - u p a c o m p a n y, M a r t h a ’s Hands started in their basement in 1997. While actual family members have joined the company, the Hedricks consider all of their employees like members of their family, working to continue Eileen’s original mission of “Love through Service.” Known for quality and compassionate service, Martha’s Hands has grown to become one of the premiere private

Painful waxing is a thing of the past – along with the high expenses of traditional waxing services. Known for its high-end, yet reasonably priced, full-body waxing services, European Wax Center is a second-generation, family-owned salon without the “ouch factor,” for which traditional waxing methods are known. “My wife always complained about how painful waxing was, and she hated the irritation afterward,” said owner Dennis Lowery, who co-owns the salon with Brad Frame. “So when we discovered the European Wax Center’s virtually pain-free approach, bringing it to the St. Louis area was a no-brainer.” The key is a four-step process that cleanses, protects, waxes and rejuvenates the skin. The wax, specially formulated in Paris exclusively for European Wax Center, is alcohol-free, has a low melting point and is applied by licensed estheticians at warm bath water temperature. The wax then sets as one continuous elastic layer, adhering only to the hair follicle, not the skin. Because of its strength and elas-

duty home health agencies in St. Louis, expanding to include a second office in St. Peters to better serve their St. Charles County clients and caregivers. Assistance that Martha’s Hands can provide include: bathing, grooming, dressing; meal preparation/clean-up, medication set-up and reminders, light housekeeping, laundry, errand running, mental stimulation, companionship and spiritual support. Martha’s Hands additionally offers programs like Just For Moms. This program provides assistance with the family’s daily activities for expecting and new moms. Martha’s Hands also is offering Home Dentistry services. Instead of going to a dentist, Dr. Dennis McCaffrey will offer basic dental services in the comfort of home. Martha’s Hands 5650 Mexico Rd., Suite 12 • St. Peters (636) 447-9393 MarthasHands.com

ticity, the hard wax can be removed without adhesive strips, which cause discomfort and redness. Best of all, clients are invited to try it out for free. “Women receive a complimentary bikini line, eyebrow or underarm service on their first time in,” Lowery said, “while men are treated to no-cost eyebrow, ear or nose hair removal.” The relaxing, luxurious space, which offers a mini retreat, cannot be beat. European Wax Center has become a nationally recognized brand, with 240 locations across the country and a recent international expansion into Canada. Today, guests recognize European Wax Center as an industry leader in providing guests the ultimate waxing experience. European Wax Center 1640 Clarkson Road • Chesterfield (636) 536-0777 www.waxcenter.com


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Warren R. Trampe, DPM, LLC Deer Creek Footcare

Deer Creek Footcare has provided quality service to its O’Fallon patients for more than 10 years. It can help patients with a variety of foot ailments, including ingrown nails, heel pain, fractures, sprains, deep root calluses and sports injuries. “Our goal is to ensure that all of our patients receive the highest level of quality care and treatment,” Dr. Warren R. Trampe, DPM, said. “Our outstanding staff, excellent facility and commitment to quality make us the foot care office of choice.” Dr. Trampe also can help patients with bunions, warts and hammertoes, as well as spurs and neuromas. In addition, he cares for diabetics and can provide outpatient surgery if necessary. “I am always very honest and will try and do non-invasive procedures prior to recommending surgery,” Trampe said. Patients at Deer Creek Footcare can expect friendly and knowledgeable service directly from the doctor, Dr.

Trampe always sees patients himself. Patients also will not have to wait weeks before an appointment or opportunity to speak with the doctor. Dr. Trampe graduated at the top of his class, and he prides himself on providing expert quality care for all of his patients. “After doing several rotations during residency, foot care was the area I enjoyed the most,” Dr. Trampe said. “It also allowed me to use my surgical skills but still have a work life balance, whereby I can enjoy my family. We will continue to provide honest, quality foot care to St. Charles and the surrounding community.”

Deer Creek Footcare 2917 Hwy. K • O’Fallon (636) 240-1127 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon. – Fri. www.deercreekfootcare.com

What happens when an enthusiastic little league champ puts a baseball squarely through your kitchen window? Or spring cleaning reveals glass fogged by trapped moisture and mineral deposits? Nancy Hannold and the team at Inst-I-Glass of St. Louis can turn these major problems into minor inconveniences! Inst-I-Glass delivers unmatched service with instant insulated glass fabrication and same-day glass replacement services for home and office. Why wait weeks for glass? When you call Inst-IGlass, you’ll be surprised to learn about the fast turnaround, not to mention their excellent quality and reasonable prices. Nancy knows that this economy has increased interest in preserving rather than replacing. Inst-I-Glass specializes in restoring the energy efficiency and appearance of existing windows and doors, helping her customers avoid the expense and hassle of full replacement. Insulated glass conserves energy, so once a window has been properly restored, it can have many years of useful life remaining. Glass replacement saves time and money, and prevents

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unnecessary waste in the landfill. Most estimates are given by phone, another time-saver. A uniformed technician is dispatched to the customer’s location in a well-marked manufacturing truck. Because the factory comes to the customer’s location, Nancy’s team is able to complete many jobs in as little as one hour! Their customers don’t have to worry about taking time for multiple appointments. Technologies pioneered by Inst-I-Glass have cut delivery from a couple of weeks down to mere hours. Inst-I-Glass customers avoid production delays, costly board-ups, and time off work for multiple appointments. For free estimates or fast service, call Inst-IGlass! Inst-I-Glass of St. Louis For Service in St. Louis & Metro East: (636) 279-5315 or (636)290-8037 www.instiglass.com

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Lewis Contracting Inc. is a full-service general contractor specializing in custom building, remodeling and renovation for residential and commercial customers. “We deliver quality workmanship second to none, while scheduling all work to be completed in a timely manner,” said President Tom Lewis, who has more than 20 years of experience in the construction business. “We pledge to provide exceptional quality and detail-oriented service at a fair price, whether the project is large or small.” The company specializes in larger scale residential projects, such as room additions, kitchens, baths, finished lower levels, custom homes and outdoor living spaces. “We guide customers through the design and construction of any project, residential or commercial,” Lewis said. “Residentially, outdoor living spaces have become popular whether it’s a covered porch to escape the sun and rain or building outdoor fireplaces and cooking areas. People like to be out-

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doors. Current commercial construction includes renovation to senior living facilities.” Whether the project is residential or commercial, Lewis Contracting will continue to work on projects that are challenging, unique and rewarding. The company’s expert staff truly can take care of all building needs. Lewis Contracting’s varied resource list consists of top design experts and suppliers. Customers always are ensured a choice of the very best in design and selections for any project. “We are committed to providing an honest and professional team that will listen to and value what customers want,” Lewis said. “We build trust, one project at a time.” Lewis Contracting, Inc. 71 Muirfield Hill Court North St. Charles (636) 939-9553 www.lewiscontractinginc.com

St. Charles Financial Services, LLC is a comprehensive financial services firm committed to helping its clients improve their long-term financial success. Customized programs are designed to potentially grow and conserve wealth by delivering an unprecedented level of personalized service. St. Charles Financial provides services regarding investments, financial planning, life insurance and tax planning. Its sister company, Webb Insurance, is a full-service, multi-line insurance agency offering commercial insurance and personal insurance for home and auto. In business for more than 35 years, Webb Insurance is family owned and provides in-depth knowledge on how property and casualty insurance work with life insurance. It has the ability to put together a solid foundation for a family’s financial stability. Owners Michael Webb and Jerry Grossman entered into a partnership more than 10 years ago, combining 30 years of professional expertise.

“We are a solution-driven company striving to provide the best answers for our St. Charles families and businesses,” Grossman said. Helpful and efficient, St. Charles Financial and Webb Insurance are available to guide its clients to financial security. “We are not the large corporate conglomerate who will lose you in the shuffle, but a place where you can go and know the people who own and operate the business,” Webb said. “We are unique in that our process helps people to be empowered on joint decisions with our help. Let us be your guide.” St. Charles Financial Services, LLC Webb Insurance 507 N. Kingshighway • St. Charles (636) 946-0001 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. www.scfsllc.com www.webbinsurance.com


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Mid Rivers Music Lisa Baue with her children, Erin and John Devaney and their pets, Lucy and Player.

Mid Rivers Music is a full-service music store selling quality instruments, accessories, and sheet music and books, while providing rentals for school bands and orchestras with a full line of school-approved instruments. Individual private lessons and on-site repairs of instruments are also available to help customers of all playing levels. “We like to cater to school-age people and prepare them for a great future in music,” John Sherwin said. At Mid Rivers Music, parents can rent an instrument to see if it is a good fit before purchasing. Renting offers students an opportunity to try an instrument before purchasing. Our focus is school-aged students who are preparing to experience the enjoyment of music. If the instrument is a good fit, 100 percent of the rent will go towards the purchase of a new instrument. “This is pretty unique. It’s a good

Indy Motorsports specializes in finding its customers the perfect car – regardless of its make or model. “If you tell me a car you want, down to the color, we can find it for you,” owner Dan Klott said. And with his contacts in the industry, Klott often is able to get the perfect car for his customers at a much lower price. “I called my contacts at Nissan, and I was able to save my customer $2,000 off the best offer he received,” said Klott, who has 26 years of experience in the industry. “I was able to buy his trade-in for $500 more than the other dealership offered.” Low overhead also allows Indy Motorsports to offer its clients the best possible deal on all types of vehicles. “Our prices are generally thousands of dollars less than the competition,” Klott said. Indy Motorsports has about 60 cars on the lot and offers prices for all levels of incomes, varying from a $1,000 used

idea for parents who don’t want to buy something immediately,” Sherwin said. In 1995, Mid Rivers Music was founded by John and Peggy Sherwin to give St. Charles County residents a store to supply their music playing needs. “We want to continue the tradition of making music live in the St. Charles County area. Listening to customers’ needs and providing excellent customer service are the goals set for Mid Rivers Music,” said Sherwin.

Mid Rivers Music Instruments 355 Mid Rivers Mall Drive St. Peters (636) 970-3385 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Mon. – Fri.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat. www.midriversmusic.com

vehicle to a brand new $30,000 car. The small used car dealership also is proud to announce it opening the first green parking lot in St. Charles County, which will open within the next month, offering more room for parking. Indy Motorsports also offers complete auto detail for about half price of its competition. Cars can be detailed for $85, SUVS for $95 and trucks for $100. “I’ve been in the car business for 26 years, and it’s always been my dream to own a small dealership,” Klott said. “Everything has been going great, and we continue to offer our clients the best automotive deals.”

Indy Motorsports 450 St. Peters Howell Road St. Charles (636) 447-5900 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon. – Sat. www.goindymotorsports.com

Baue Pet Services believes that animal companions deserve the same honor and tribute when death occurs as any other family member. The Baue family and staff have been helping families cope with the loss of their loved ones for more than 75 years and now offer dignified ways to say goodbye to a beloved pet. As the first and only stand-alone pet tribute center and crematory in St. Charles, Baue Pet Services’ fully trained staff is Cremation Association of North America certified and has the knowledge and expertise to assist families with the type of service that best fits their needs. “As pet parents ourselves, we understand the special bond between pets and families, and we know the need to say goodbye is important,” Pet Specialist, Manager and fourth generation of the Baue family, John Devaney said. Baue Pet Services offers a full selection of pet caskets and keepsake urns along with a wide variety of pet

Have you heard? Their name has changed! Our new name is Dream Play Recreation. After nearly 20 years as “Rainbow Recreation” the name was changed to allow them to represent a greater variety of top quality brands. Same Location, same ownership, same people, MORE FUN! Tim and Traci Albers, owners of Dream Play Recreation, continue with the philosophy that when customers walk into Dream Play’s huge indoor showroom, you will be able to choose from the absolute finest residential playground equipment that offer the best value for your dollar in every price point. When parents buy for their children they look for quality and safety. Dream Play now offer 3 brands of play sets and every play set they offer from the smallest to largest is built with 4”x4” and 4”x6” construction so you can be assured of long lasting durability and endless hours of fun. Now they are proud to represent Woodplay “The Original Redwood Playset Company”. Woodplay, which started in 1975, is the only major manufacturer of Play Systems that still builds their sets out of Redwood. Dream Play Recreation still carries

memorial items, life tribute DVDs, memorial blankets and pet loss books. It also provides memorial services for pets in its Tribute Center, with a Certified Service Celebrant to help honor the life of a beloved pet. Sometimes the loss of a cherished pet affects us more deeply than expected which is why Baue Pet Services also offers complimentary services of a grief counselor, who is certified in pet loss companioning. “Our pets love us unconditionally; they are truly a part of our families, and we experience a tremendous – and sometimes unexpected – sense of loss when they leave us,” Devaney said, which is why we founded our Pet Services Company - to help our community.”

Baue Pet Services 4175 Shady Springs Lane • St. Peters (636) 875-5700 www.bauepets.com

“The Best in Basketball”, Goalsetter Basketball Systems, and the worlds safest trampoline, the Revolutionary Springfree Trampoline, which must be seen and tested to truly appreciate how this product has changed the industry. In addition, you will now find the best of the Goalrilla Basketball systems line up and the new new Goalrilla trainer, an all purpose trainer for golfer, baseball/softball, soccer player, etc. in your family. ALL of these products are available for a “test Play” everyday. What continues to set them apart, in addition to the quality products, is the personal attention and service each customer receives. They now do ALL their own installs and from yard inspections to installs the staff at Dream Play work hard to ensure that each detail is addressed so very soon parents will hear nothing but laughter and squeals of delight coming from the back yard. Dream Play Recreation 17373 Edison Avenue Chesterfield Valley (behind Home Depot) (636) 530-0055 www.dreamplayrec.com


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Brunswick Zone XL is extra large fun for the entire family and a great way for children to get out of the sun during the hot summer months. With 38 bowling lanes, four billiard tables, a Game Zone Arcade, Lazer Tag and Dart Boards, Brunswick provides non-stop fun, a casual atmosphere and affordable prices. The Game Zone at Brunswick offers everything from the latest video games to classic action games everyone loves, with Lazer Tag offering a heart-racing game of skill and strategy. Appetizing nachos, pizza and more encompass the bowling menu to take advantage of while having fun at the same time. If in the mood for a break and a more relaxing meal, guests are encouraged to try Strikerz, Brunswick’s spacious and comfortable bar and grill, complete with TVs turned to sports channels, billiards, darts, a top-shelf bar and a cozy fireplace. The restaurant’s brand new menu, packed with mouthwatering fare, includes salads, appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, platters and more.

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Brunswick also can handle all the details for birthdays and special events while guests sit back and celebrate. “Whether you’re with a few friends or a few hundred guests, there is something fun for everyone to enjoy,” General Manager Lee Friedman said. For even more striking excitement, guests can enjoy Cosmic Bowling, which takes place on Friday and Saturday nights. Guests are encouraged to check out Brunswick’s website for details on upcoming events. “If you want big fun, get into the good times at Brunswick Zone XL,” Friedman said. Brunswick Zone XL 8070 Veterans Memorial Parkway St. Peters (636) 474-BOWL (2695) 11 a.m. to midnight, Mon. – Thurs.; 9 a.m. to 1 a.m., Fri. – Sat.; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sun. www.brunswickzonexl.com

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“Specializing in all your pet sitting needs”

Petabulous owners and friends Pamela Seyer and Denise Style know how it feels to leave a pet at home. So in 2010, they created Petabulous, a fullservice pet sitting and dog-walking company that would give animal-lovers and their pets a peace of mind. “I knew from having animals all my life that a pet-sitter career would be the perfect match,” Seyer said. “Aside from my own love for animals, the idea of meeting more animal-lovers sounded like just the thing for me.” Seyer and Style worked at jobs for many years, Seyer in the manufacturing industry and Style in an office environment, until they decided to retire and try something more fun. Founded with one goal in mind – to provide its clients with the finest possible care for their pets – Petabulous provides reliable, trustworthy pet-sitting services, mid-day walks, puppy care and aging dog care.

Friendly, caring staff comes into clients’ homes so that their pets can stay in their own comfort zones. Staff even will bring in the mail and newspaper, alter lighting and water plants, if needed. Competitive and affordable compared to kennel rates, Petabulous’ fast-growing company is insured and bonded. It also is a member of Pet Sitters International. Petabulous’ services cover zip codes: 63368, 63366, 63367, 63376, 63385, 63348,63304 and 63379. “I needed to feel like I was making a difference in the lives of others, and this change has done it,” Style said. “I am able to give my clients the peace of mind that their pets are in great care.” Petabulous (636) 290-4648 • (314) 707-0676 www.petabulousinfo.com

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Serving the entire bi-state area, Indoor Comfort Team is a locally owned and operated energy conservation company, which helps keep people comfortable and reduces energy consumption in their homes. Indoor Comfort Team ensures that customers are cool in summer and cozy in winter. From heating and A/C to water heaters and whole home energy audits, Indoor Comfort Team has it covered. “We guarantee 100-percent customer satisfaction,” Adam Rahmanovich, owner, said. “Customers are our top priority. We want to create a longtime client relationship.” With more than 32 years in the business, Indoor Comfort Team knows what is best for its clients. “Our purpose is to provide consumers with superior, professional service, high-quality, innovative products and effective, energy-saving and comfort solutions for their home comfort needs,” Rahmanovich said. Their team of employees is very important, too. They are industry trained and certified, drug-free, insured and bonded. “We hire, train, motivate and reward

Parkside Retirement Living, established in 1977, is a full service, faith based, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC). They are located next to Blanchette Park in Old St. Charles on a beautifully landscaped 13 -acre campus. Parkside is very near the historic St. Charles Main Street district and area hospitals. The mission statement at Parkside remains today as it was when it was founded, namely, to provide “an affordable, high quality living environment to the senior population. Parkside’s emphasis is to maintain the highest quality of independence within all levels of care by offering programs and services which support the social, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of each individual within a supportive community.” Because Parkside is a CCRC, it is very easy to transition from the Independent Living to the Residential Care and Health Care portions of the community. All of these “living” areas are available in a connected complex on the same

our employees based on integrity, personal responsibility and commitment,” Rahmanovich said. “Indoor Comfort Team is a good place to work. Everyone wins. If our employees are happy, they’ll make our customers happy too.” “Extras” include free estimates, manufacturers’ promotions, senior and military discounts, a first-year free maintenance program with any new installation and a 24/7 emergency service on all brands. Plus, customers are charged by the job, not by the hour. The Indoor Comfort Team goal is to exceed expectations. When it comes to a new system installation, it can design and install any type of heating, cooling or indoor air quality system to fit each customer’s home and budget. There are never high-pressure sales – simply comfort and energy-saving solutions, personal attention and high-quality service. Indoor Comfort Team (636) 787-7555 24/7 available service www.indoorcomfortteam.com

campus should, for example, a spouse or friend require short term rehabilitation, or a longer term stay. Late in 2009, a gentleman moved from a St. Charles area independent living facility to Parkside, where he could easily visit his spouse on a several times daily basis. Tom Walther, a St. Louis area native and veteran health care and senior service executive, is the Executive Director at Parkside. A Saint Louis University graduate with a master’s in Health Care Administration, Walther is very familiar with Parkside and its 5-Star status. “While the 5-Star rating is in reference to a designation achieved only through strict adherence to quality of care standards and a rigorous state survey process, I can confidently say that this rating is equally applicable to our entire Community,” Walther asserts. Parkside Retirement Living 2150 W. Randolph St. • St. Charles (636) 946-4966 www.parksideretirement.org


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Jaime Grosvenor, owner of Molly Maid of St. Charles County, has high expectations for the services they provide. “The instant you walk in your home, you’ll know we were there” is the company slogan because the experience of coming home to a clean fresh house is just invigorating. “We want our customers to feel good when they walk in the door and have more free time to enjoy,” explains Jaime. Molly Maid was voted Best Value by “Good Housekeeping” magazine and gives every customer’s home “The Pink Glove Treatment.” That means that Jaime or her manager comes to a potential customer’s home and discusses their unique cleaning needs and expectations to develop a written “Pink Glove Treatment” plan. “Each person’s expectations are different and not every cleaning company bothers to ask about personal expectations,” says Jaime. “We don’t require contracts from our customers and know we have to earn their continued busi-

ness every time we walk in the door. How can I guarantee satisfaction if I don’t really listen to how a customer wants things done?” Molly Maid assures that their teams will treat each home with the utmost care and respect. Customers can expect a team of two uniformed, bonded and insured cleaners to arrive with all of the necessary supplies and equipment. They have reliable transportation in the familiar blue cars with distinctive pink Molly Maid logos and professional uniforms. “Our customers often find that we offer more reliability and peace of mind than they’ve ever experienced from a maid service,” Jaime said. If you want to make coming home feel great again, contact Molly Maid today. Molly Maid of St. Charles County (636) 939-Maid (6243) www.mollymaid.com

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Decorating Den Interiors, the world’s largest interior decorating franchise, is pleased to announce its expansion in the St. Louis area. The St. Charles franchise, opened in 2004, added to the design staff earlier this year to accommodate the growing business. In addition to the St. Charles County franchise, career opportunities are now available throughout the metropolitan St. Louis area for qualified candidates who love to decorate. Opportunities range from home accessory stylists, to decorators, to franchise owners. Heidi Sowatsky, franchise owner, and Alisa Lankenau, designer have worked together for five years and have won numerous design awards for their collaborative efforts. Their work has been published nationally in two books, “The Complete Home Decorating Idea Book” and “Decorating … the Professional Touch”, and Draperies & Window Coverings, a trade magazine. Heidi was also a winner of Decorating

Den’s prestigious Eagle Award. Christy Galba joined them as office assistant in 2011. Heidi and Alisa are proud of the many windows in St. Louis and St. Charles Counties that are dressed with creative window treatments they designed. Decorating Den Interiors provides a wide breadth of products, beyond custom window treatments, including furniture, lighting, floor covering, and accessories. For each client, they work to create a design plan that reflects the homeowner’s taste, personality and budget. “We do it all”, Sowatsky says, “from our initial design consultation service to final product installation, we handle every detail of decorating your home.” Call them to discover what you can accomplish together.

At Take Note, clients can celebrate life’s little and big occasions with personalized creativity. With invitations, personalized stationery, note pads, favors and gifts for all occasions in an affordable price range Take Note has something for every special event in your life. Take Note provides a large array of choices and will help you compose exactly what you want to say with inhouse printing and no set up fees. This makes Take Note stand out from the rest, with pricing printed directly on the product, there are no surprises or hidden costs. This also enables a quick turn around. Greco understands the cost of a wedding and takes 20% off all wedding invitations. From the formal to the destination beach weddings and everything in between, Take Note has it. Just call to schedule your one-on-one wedding invitation consultation. Bridal showers, baby showers, bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners

and birthday parties nothing is too big or too small and is available. Monogramming is also available from bibs and burp clothes to flip-flops, back packs and more. Don’t miss the cute baby gifts and keepsakes. With so much to see and touch, Take Note is worth the visit where you will receive friendly personal attention. A large selection of gifts in all price ranges is available for all occasions. Take Note hosts Ladies’ Night the third Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The night will include wine, cheese, soft drinks, prize drawings and special discounts. Don’t forget, follow us on Facebook for special friend discounts.

Decorating Den Interiors St. Charles (636) 244-1623 www.decoratingstcharles.com

Hearing Health Care Center Hearing Health Care Center utilizes the latest in advanced technology to provide the best in hearing care for all of its patients. Owned by Carol Bergmann, the Center provides comprehensive audiological testing for individuals 3 years of age and older. Each patient at the family-owned and operated business receives personalized attention and treatment from an on-staff audiologist. “Helping someone to hear again is so rewarding,” Bergmann said. “We give back what they have been missing. It makes us feel good to see people hearing things they haven’t heard in a long time.” The office also provides hearing aid screenings, evaluations, fittings and post-fitting counseling. A wide array of hearing aids is available in a variety of sizes and circuit options. The newest device is the 100% invisible, extended wear hearing aid, the Lyric. Wear 24 hours a day while showering, sleeping and exercising. In addition, the Center

is well stocked with information and supplies for hearing aids and other assistive listening devices. Because Hearing Health Care Center has relationships with multiple hearing aid manufacturers, the company is able to offer each of its patients the optimal hearing aid to meet his/her individual needs. Dr. Alison Benner, Dr. Kate Sinks and Dr. Colleen Edwards, have doctorates in audiology. Keeping up with the service on a hearing aid has never been so easy. The Center offers free service on each patients’ hearing aid every three months. “We care how you hear,” Bergmann said, “and we will work with you until you are satisfied.” Hearing Health Care Center Ellisville Richmond Heights • St. Charles (636) 391-9622 www.hearinghealthcare.org

Take Note 140 Chesterfield Commons East Road Chesterfield 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mon. – Thurs.; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fri.; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat. (636) 536-5062


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“There’s more to building a deck than just wood and nails,” said Aesthetic Design & Build, LLC Owner and Designer Daniel DuPuis. Since 1991, Aesthetic Design has been transforming and enhancing backyard lifestyles with beautiful decks, screen porches, shade structures, pergolas, gazebos, paver patios, outdoor fire pits and water features. “We do complete backyard packages – with a focus on design and function to bring it all together,” DuPuis said. Creative design and personalized attention are the prime reasons for Aesthetic Designs’ great success. “Most customers deal with me personally,” DuPuis said. Aesthetic Design offers a wide variety of materials. “Our Chesterfield showroom is over the top,” DuPuis said. “It’s one of a kind, displaying all the materials from many suppliers. Our products are chosen from the best manufacturers and suppliers that we can find. Customers can choose those products which meet their specific needs.” Aesthetic Design’s reputation is built

Life is a party. A new family salon, located in the Chesterfield Valley, Shear Celebrations Family Salon & Party Center offers a relaxed, comfortable environment to celebrate oneself. Services include great girl parties, affordable haircuts for men, women and children, highlights, coloring, waxing, hair bling and feather extensions. When you need to be picture perfect, the salon offers airbrush makeup, tanning and special occasion styling. Whether it’s for senior pictures, weddings, dances or any time you want to celebrate yourself. Any of these styling services are available on site. When celebrating something special, clients can book a party in one of Shear Celebrations’ three party rooms and can choose from any of five custom parties for a daughter’s special day, including a Princess Party, a Diva/ Rock Star Party, an American Girl & Me Tea, a relaxing Spa Party or a Fantasy Party. Basic parties are all-inclusive, range in price from $225 to $275 for 8 girls and feature everything from

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on fine service. “We provide outstanding customer service and design,” DuPuis said. “We have a grade A+ with the Better Business Bureau of St. Louis, and an A grading on Angie’s List. Over 80 percent of our past business came from referrals and repeat customers.” Aesthetic Design is set upon making a name that stands out from the rest. “Our creativity and attention to detail set us apart,” DuPuis said. “For the person who is looking for a company that can think outside the box and wants something unique and creative – I’m the man for the job.” Whatever a customer has in mind, Aesthetic Design can design and build it. Homeowners are encouraged to call for a free consultation. Hours and showroom are by appointment only, for one-on-one personal attention. Aesthetic Design & Build, LLC 741 Spirit of St. Louis Blvd. Chesterfield (636) 532-5008 www.wedesignstl.com

dress-up, makeup, hair undo’s, painted nails, cupcakes, drinks, invitations, karaoke, dancing and red carpet fashion show. Platinum parties, which range in price from $375 to $395 for 8 girls, include all the basic party features plus a ride in a pink stretch limo to or during the party, pizza, a gift bag shopping spree and a group picture with custom frame, plus an opportunity to make lip gloss, pucker powder, or a visit from a princess. Individual spa services are available for that special girl starting at $19.95. All that is left to do is sit back and enjoy. So whether it is a little princess or rock star’s birthday or simply a relaxing day out, anyone can celebrate life at Shear Celebrations. Shear Celebrations Family Salon & Party Center 17409G Chesterfield Airport Road Chesterfield (636) 675-9919 www.stlgirlparties.com

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Storage space does not need to be messy and disorganized. Shelf 4 U and More has a three-step process, which results in the maximization of storage space. First, Shelf 4 U and More provides an in-home consultation. Then, it formulates a design presentation and requests the client’s feedback. Once feedback has been incorporated, it provides the installation, often less expensive than if the client installed it themselves. Shelf 4 U and More’s owners, Mark and Terri Cirillo, have been in business since 2004. Mark Cirillo has been installing shelving, shower doors, mirrors and more in the St. Louis area since 1986. “I’ve always enjoyed working with my hands and building things, so this is perfect for me,” Cirillo said. Shelf 4 U and More specializes in installations of Rubbermaid shelving for closets, laundry rooms, basements and garages.

At Tec Air Inc. Heating and Air Conditioning, the customer always is No. 1. Specializing in indoor air quality and comfort, new construction, add-ons and replacements, room additions, humidifier installations, electronic air cleaners, service and maintenance, Tec Air satisfies by delivering the best quality of work. Family-owned and operated, Tec Air services all brands, in addition to selling and installing systems at every efficiency level. Such dedication has earned Tec Air a special affiliation with Climate Master GEO Thermal. “I wanted to provide quality heating and cooling services for the homeowner and commercial customers,” said President and CEO Charles Haas, who holds a degree in mechanical engineering and has more than 40 years of experience in his field. “Our business is to service, sell and install the best heating and cooling, air filtration, purification and humidification.” Tec Air employs only the highest qualified personnel in the area to ensure that the job will be done right. Union-certi-

“Many people cannot afford to move, so our services allow them a chance to make more space available at a builder’s cost,” Cirillo said. When a client calls Shelf 4 U and More, Cirillo will come out and provide an in-home consultation and a free estimate. “We don’t want you to clean the closet before we get there,” Cirillo said. “All you have to do is take out all the clothes and stuff before we arrive on the install date. Also, we would love for you to donate a bag or two of unwanted clothes to your local charity. If you have the bags ready when we’re done, we will take them to Goodwill.” Shelf 4 U and More also is an authorized dealer of Holland Grills. Shelf 4 U and More, Inc. 2701 W. Clay, Suite 103 • St. Charles (314) 791-1797 www.shelf4you.com

fied, Nate-certified, trained, drug tested, bonded, licensed and insured technicians have a minimum of six years of training and constantly keep up with ongoing training and education. Clients are provided a checklist of things they can check out themselves before scheduling a service, such as checking that the filter is clean and that a breaker has not tripped and that they have changed their batteries in their stat. Tec Air has a full sheet metal shop so it can fix, replace, repair and install ductwork for any job. “We try our best to give our customers the peace of mind to know they have called the best company to come into their home,” Haas said.

Tec Air Inc. Heating and Air Conditioning License #M2741A 233 N. Callahan Road • Wentzville (636) 332-9444 24 hours a day, seven days a week www.tec-airinc.com


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In-Home Care Sharon Vermilye, RN and President of Angels On Duty, Inc. learned many things from her Grandmother. In 1996, Sharon’s family had to find a caregiver to help her grandmother through her final years at home. The “angel” they found formed a unique bond with the family and motivated Sharon to put her nursing experience to work for other families as well. Angels On Duty was inspired by this experience and is based on her Grandmother’s motto: It’s nice to be important, but it’s more important to be nice. Using this moral guide, Angels On Duty has become one of the 50 fastest growing companies in the region according to the St. Louis Business Journal. Sharon continues to expand on her 25+ years of experience in nursing and has built a staff of over 150 professional nurses and caregivers who share her desire to provide more than just daily care for the elderly. Sharon’s “angels” form relationships and attempt

Sharon Vermilye, Founder/President, Shelby Vermilye HR Assistant, Julie Vermilye, Clinical Manager, & Summer Smyka Staffing Coordinator

to enhance lives, while providing reliable and professional care. “It means a lot to the families we work with that I personally know what it’s like to struggle with the demands of caring for a family member while trying to maintain their own lives and families,” says Sharon. Angels On Duty, Inc. provides help with bathing, medications, meal preparation, housekeeping, exercising, companionship and much more. For more information on their services, job opportunities and what local families have to say about their “angels” visit their website or call. Angels On Duty Inc. 115 Civic Park Dr. • O’Fallon (636) 980-HALO (4256) (636) 294-WING (9464) www.AngelsOnDuty.com

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At Bommarito Mazda, customers are assured a personable experience with a devoted staff, well-built, long-lasting vehicles and a remarkable value. Sales Consultant Doug Hawk has always had an interest in the auto industry. So when he retired from a loyal 29-year career in law enforcement, he decided to continue to provide the community with unparalleled service and complete customer satisfaction. “I wanted to be a part of the Bommarito Automotive Group and wouldn’t have worked anywhere else,” Hawk said. “Their reputation is impeccable – it speaks for itself – and they treat customers fairly, the way I want to treat customers.” Bommarito offers additional discounts to first responders, including police, fire and E.M.S, as well as to the military. “Bommarito believes they deserve it because of their dedicated service,” Hawk said. If your needs extend past Mazda, Doug is able to provide the same sevice within any of the 16 Bommarito

Automotive Group franchises. The Bommarito service department has earned the Gold Cup Service Award for six years in a row. As the No. 1 Automotive Group in Missouri, the dealer offers the Bommarito Advantage program, which includes but is not limited to complimentary scheduled maintenance and car washes, EasyCare dent repair and the best value guaranteed. “I have made many friends and contacts over the years around the St. Louis area, and I would like to know what I can do for you,” Hawk said. “Contact me personally, and I can guarantee a pleasant purchasing experience.” Bommarito Mazda 4190 N. Service Road • St. Peters (636) 928-2300 Open Monday through Saturday Dhawk@bommarito.net www.bommarito.com

Enhancing the bond between your pet and family

Specializing in Cruise and Land Vacations

Positive Paws Pet Training believes that strengthening the communication between your dog and family is essential in creating a healthy bond and achieving acceptable behaviors. Kim Gracner, owner of Positive Paws Pet Training, has educated owners and changed behaviors of over 2,000 dogs. Positive Paws Pet Training opened in 2006, and offers in-home customized training programs tailored to achieve your goals and your dog’s needs. Kim believes that training in the dog’s environment is most successful for behavioral change. “Problematic behaviors typically occur within the home environment. Since dogs need leadership and proper structure, the family plays an important role in the training process”, Kim says. It is essential for your dog to understand your expectations for successful training. The programs at Positive Paws Pet Training are structured to teach all ages and breeds. Whether you’re just acquiring a new puppy, attempting to manage your strong-willed adolescent, or striving to maximize your adult dog’s potential, Positive Paws Pet

Training can help. In addition to basic cues, everyday issues such as house training, jumping, digging, nipping, and excessive barking are addressed. Programs are offered for more challenging issues such as aggression, fear and anxiety. The method of training is as important as the cues which are taught. Positive Paws Pet Training practices positive techniques. Kim advocates that dogs learn more readily from rewarding methods. Kim is a Certified Canine Behavior Counselor, Certified Pet Dog Trainer, member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors, and Better Business Bureau. Kim has two four-legged family members: Brandie, a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, and Baxter, a Golden Retriever. Positive Paws Pet Training (636) 352-3104 www.positivepawstraining.com

Twenty years in business, Owners Linda & Jerry Bosch can hardly believe how fast the time has gone. They began in April of 1991 in their home, and moved to a retail store front in September of 1992 on Veterans Memorial Parkway, and in October of 2006 they moved to their present location 521 Salt Lick Rd. in St. Peters. Both Linda and Jerry are Master Cruise Counselors and have cruised over 135 times. They began as Just Cruises and expanded their services adding All-Inclusive and other Land packaged vacations. Today their slogan is “Land or Sea what shall it be?” They have received many different awards over the years from both the Cruise Lines and Land Vacation Suppliers. They have survived 9/11, the stock market crash, and many other ups and downs in the 20 years. Just Cruises has built a strong customer base and have escorted over 30 different groups themselves. Linda & Jerry have been to Alaska 17 times, Europe 7 times, Tahiti, Hawaii, Mexico, Canada and

many other exciting destinations. They began before computers were a way of life and today almost everything they do is on the computer including their brochures. Times have changed and they have changed with the times. “I believe the secret to our success is that we stayed focused and continue to offer outstanding customer service.” said Linda Bosch. They are preparing now for their 19th Annual Alaska Cruise/Tour which will take place June 11, 2012. This spectacular 14 day Cruise/Tour has long been their favorite. If you or someone you know is planning a trip to Alaska, be sure to have them contact Just Cruises. Their 2012 Alaska Show is scheduled for September 29, 2011. Call for details 636-970-2581. Just Cruises 521 Salt Lick Road • St. Peters (636) 970-2581 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; Evenings & Sat. by appt. only www.cruisenut.com


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A Better Way to Sell Your Home! Cheryl Johnson startedUp Johnson RealFor $500 Front and 1/3 of 1% at Close: ty in 2005 to rescue homeowners, real Full Service MLS Listing Listing At Your House Showcase Guidance on Pricing estate investorsRealtor.com and banks fromListing expen- been voted St. Louis Magazine’s Five STLToday.com Listing House Showings sive and unnecessary realYahoo, estate List on Google, Zillow, AOL, Star BestContracts in Client Satisfaction and has Negotiate Coordinate Allthe Paperwork commissions. Cyber Homes, Oodle, Trulia & More placed on St. Louis Business JourStaging Consultation Order Title & Arrange Closing Her real estate brokerage helps con- nal’s High Producing Real Estate know its tough At Johnson Realty, sumers trimWeanywhere fromto 3sell toin7today’s per- market! Agents for four consecutive years. help St. Charles and St.essenLouis County homeowners like you cent in feeswewithout sacrificing “The secret to my company is that we sell their faster and for less with our unique plan. Our tial services andhomes customer support know the how to deal in large volume, hybrid approach to selling homes combines best of Discount needed in successful transactions. which allows us to charge low fees,” and Full Commission Agents, with the “What we Brokerage are is a hybrid of traditional of a For Sale By Owner. Johnson said. brokerage,Freedom ‘discount’ brokers and for The public has seen several area real sale by owner,” Call forBroker/Owner details: EvelynCheryl Krazer, estate brokerages close with the recent Broker/Sales Johnson said. “We have a small upfrontManager market downturn. 314-283-1501 fee to help cut costs on ourMobile: wide-range “Once people are aware they can sell 314-726-3174 marketing campaigns, andOffice: in-turn are their home for, oftentimes, more money Evelyn@johnsonstl.com able to charge a nominal fee at closing. and faster than average without sacriNinety-nine percent of our ourstate-of-the-art clients paywebsite Check out at: www.Johnsonstl.com ficing expertise and support, they use a combinedOffices total ofinaround percent atandus to sell and then to buy,” Johnson Town &3 Country NOW in Lake St. Louis the closing table to both Johnson Real- said. “We’re just the smart alternative ty and the brokerage that represents the t o p a y i n g f u l l c o m m i s s i o n . ” buyer.” Johnson Realty is locally owned and Johnson Realty provides essential ser- operated and licensed in the State of vices, such as in-home listings, price Missouri and Illinois. guidance and advice, staging, continuing marketing advice and support, Johnson Realty C E L Lshowings, ARS C E L L A negotiations, RS C E L L Cheryl A R S Johnson,Cbroker/owner ELLARS contract inspection assistance, title ordering Cell: (314) 565-5720 coordination and Buyer Agency Office: (314) 726-3174 services. cheryl@ johnsonrealty.com For the past six years, Johnson has johnsonrealty.com

At Cedar Lake Cellars, customers enjoy excellent wines, microbrews, live music and healthy, delicious food in a tranquil, charming environment. “Our amazing products, services, people, unparalleled beauty and easy accessibility to I-64 are just a few of the many reasons to come and experience such superb excellence,” owner Carl Bolm said. He grew up in the area and fell in love with its beauty. He began renovating the 20th century farm and in 2010, opened Cedar Lake, which offers a variety of handcrafted quality wines with its namesake – from Missouri to California. Cedar Lake also has “wines of the world,” from highly regarded wine regions. Premium Missouri wines are handcrafted locally in the spirit of Missouri wine country, with French-American hybrid and native grapes blended for superb balance, taste and aroma. Cedar Lake’s Wine Country Café offers a full menu of appetizers, soups, salads and sandwiches. Live music featuring local performers

With more than 145 years of successful operation, Commerce Bank offers financial strength and stability. Attesting to this, Commerce Bancshares, Inc. was ranked No. 3 in Forbes Magazine (1/18/2010) list of America’s Best Banks for 2009. In December, 2010, Forbes again named Commerce a top 10 Bank in the country for the second year in a row. Commerce operates as a super-community bank – large enough to provide a wide range of financial products and services and yet deliver them like a community bank with personal service. Offering a full range of financial products, including business and personal banking, wealth management, financial planning and investment services, Commerce is able to provide financial solutions to meet the specific needs of each of its customers. As a customer-driven company, Commerce Bank goes beyond offering financial advice and services to consumers. According to Kevin Bray, senior vice president and Group Manager, St. Charles Region, “Commerce employees share a strong commitment

to volunteerism, and support countless organizations and initiatives in an effort to give back to the community. In fact, the St. Charles County management team serves on the Boards of 14 notfor-profit organizations in the community.” Commerce Bank is a subsidiary of Commerce Bancshares, Inc., a $19 billion regional bank holding company. For more than 145 years, Commerce Bank has been meeting the financial services needs of individuals and businesses throughout the Midwest region. Commerce Bank 435 Mid Rivers Mall Drive 6271 Mid Rivers Mall Drive 2700 S. St. Peters Parkway 2913 Hwy. K 101 E. Elm St (O’Fallon) 1101 First Capitol Drive 1994 Wentzville Parkway (314) 746-8700 www.commercebank.com

Cabinet Granite Tops, Inc. is from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday nights and includes drink specials and a free appetizer bar. From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, Cedar Lake hosts live music with top regional acts. Cedar Lake also features a beautiful event center that can hold hundreds of people, whether for a wedding, engagement, corporate retreat or team building. Catering staff can tailor a variety of menus to exceed the client’s expectations, whether it is for a formal sitdown dinner or barbecue. “Our entire operation is down-home, and we make it easy for our customers to get what they want without jumping through hoops,” Bolm said. Cedar Lake Cellars 11008 Schreckengast Road Wright City, Mo. (636) 745-9500 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri. – Sun. www.cedarlakecellars.com

“Quality, savings, service with no wait” is Cabinet Granite Tops, Inc.’s motto. In four years, the company has built five stores, with returning customers and referrals keeping it busy. The process starts with the customer coming in and picking out the cabinets, and/or granite they like. They then schedule a free, no obligation measure. The designers use state-of-the-art software to design the kitchen, and once the kitchen is purchased, C&G’s installations are typically completed within a couple of weeks. The entire installation process only takes one to two days. Combined, designers have more than 50 years of experience in the kitchen remodeling industry. Clients can be assured that they will get the kitchen of their dreams, whether they want a full kitchen or a new granite countertop. C&G blows its competitors out of the water, because it has no middleman. The company builds its own cabinets and imports and fabricates its own granite,

minimizing costs. It will save the client money without cutting out quality. C&G uses only all-wood Maple cabinets with a Limited LifeTime Warranty. With other companies charging for costly upgrades, C&G offers glazing and full extension drawers with soft close glides as standard features and only installs A-grade, 3-cm granite. Only the best quality products are sold. C&G opened its fifth location in Earth City. The large showroom features wholesale cabinets, in addition to granite countertops. The sixth location will open next year in St Peters/O’Fallon. For a free, no obligation measure and quote, call C&G today and start planning a new kitchen. Cabinet Granite Tops, Inc. Manchester (636) 527-8850 Earth City (314) 838-8588 www.granitetops-stlouis.com


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Lullaby Inn Learning Center is a licensed early childhood center that provides care to children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Executive Director Brittany Dow opened Lullaby Inn after having worked as a director of several other preschool centers. “I entered into this industry because I have a genuine love for children,” said Dow, who has a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and is working toward a master’s degree in professional counseling. “I believe that the early childhood years set the foundation for a lifetime of learning.” Lullaby Inn features a curriculum that is developed by professionals and is delivered to the center monthly. Lesson plans weave together art projects, music, storytelling, math games and science experiments, all around a monthly theme. “We offer an outstanding curriculum and low student-teacher ratios,” Dow said. “We strive to provide an exceptional program at an affordable rate.” Lullaby Inn offers personalized care

Service Discount Club is 100 percent free to join and 100 percent free to use. Service Discount Club is a St. Louisbased home services company that offers area homeowners discounted home services using reputable local companies. Specializing in bringing together value-oriented service contractors with the service needs of area homeowners, Service Discount Club is here to help and make the homeowner’s life a little easier. The membership-based Service Discount Club offers a simple tool to review contractor profiles. Homeowners receive a minimum of 10 percent off standard service rates with all participating contractors. A year ago, President Tom Paczkowski recognized an opportunity to offer area homeowners a means to save money without sacrificing quality of workmanship. Services range from large projects, such as roof and HVAC replacements, to small projects, such as plumbing and appliance repair. “Because of its success, a lot of real

to children and their families. Evening care is available to meet the needs of all working parents, in addition to fulland part-time programs. Before and after school transportation is provided to local schools. Lullaby Inn recognizes each child as an individual that needs specialized care. Programs are developmentally appropriate in a safe, nurturing environment. “We are confident that our program will meet the needs of both the parents and the children,” Dow said. To learn how Lullaby Inn can fulfill your child’s needs, parents are encouraged to call and arrange for a personal tour. Lullaby Inn Learning Center 10390 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lake Saint Louis (636) 978-9988 www.lullabyinn.com

estate agents are now using my company as a resource for their home services,” Paczkowski said. There is never a need for coupons, because discounts are available any day, any time. Service Discount Club is recognized by many large local realtors as an effective and efficient resource for home improvements and home repairs, with many reputable realtors profiled on its site. “It’s a matter of convenience, where people can access great contractors in the St. Louis area,” Paczkowski said. “Homeowners receive good service and save money at the same time if they use our contractors,it is truly a win-win situation” for homeowners and contractors alike. Service Discount Club 100 Chesterfield Business Parkway, Suite 200 • Chesterfield (636) 227-8000 www.servicediscountclub.com

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Since opening their doors in 1974, Mattresses & More has known what their customers are looking for, great values on great mattresses. Thousands of area residents have already discovered that you don’t have to drive all over town to compare mattress brands. With all of America’s favorite mattress brands under one roof, at the guaranteed lowest price, you don’t have to work hard to get a great night’s rest. Over the past 37 years, the family owned and operated Mattress Warehouse has outgrown their showroom and expanded twice! This allows them to offer all of the best values from Serta, Simmons, Sealy, Spring Air, Comfort-Aire, and Tempur-Pedic. By knowing what smart shoppers are looking for, they are able to select the best values from all the best mattress brands, which allows their sleep specialists to focus on quality and comfort, offering smart choices to area residents. With all the best mattress brands and

Specializing in basement finishing, Richbuilt Basements has been serving homeowners in the St. Charles area and surrounding communities since its establishment in 1989. Before launching the business, Rich Kempa, owner and founder of Richbuilt Basements, worked for more than 15 years as a designer and draftsman at consulting engineering firms. Today, Kempa operates his business from a home-based office. Richbuilt Basements specializes in complete basement remodeling. Originally, Kempa handled projects from start to finish by himself, but over the years, his business has grown substantially. “Now, with multiple crews and the same employees for more than 10 years, we work as a team to complete projects in a timely manner,” Kempa said. “Our goal is simple: to achieve customer satisfaction.” To reach that goal, Kempa said, he

the most experienced Sleep Specialists, Mattresses & More is sure they have the right mattress for you. Because Mattresses & More negotiates directly with mattress manufacturers, they can guarantee you the lowest price available on your next mattress purchase. To start sleeping better tonight, start with the online Mattress Finder. By answering a couple of brief questions about how you slept last night, you’re already halfway to sleeping better tonight, and every night. moremattress.com/mattressfinder Get More Mattress for the Money at Mattresses & More Mattresses & More 4280 North Service Road St. Peters (636) 928-6218 moremattress.com @moremattress on twitter facebook.com/moremattress youtube.com/moremattress

and his team make sure to keep the lines of communication open at all times, provide customers with straightforward answers to all of their questions, show respect for each customer’s home and property, emphasize cleanliness and deliver worry-free completion of every project. To date, Richbuilt Basements has completed more than 160 basements. “We know how to get the job done right the first time in a timely manor and at the right price,” Kempa said. “We take care of everything – from framing to electrical, from plumbing to ductwork, from floor to ceiling, from theaters to family rooms, from painting to pantries and everything in between.”

Richbuilt Basements O’Fallon (636) 978-3479 or (314) 713-1388


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MobileVet

“Veterinary care in the comfort and convenience of your home”

314-566-6545

MobileVetwww.stlouismobilevet.com is a full-service mobile veterinary practice that provides personalized, professional and compassionate veterinary care in the comfort and convenience of the client’s own home. Drs. Jaime Plappert Waltman and Brad Waltman believe that the level of knowledge, compassion, experience and care that MobileVet brings far exceeds expectations. “Home visits are very convenient for the multiple-pet household, animals that don’t travel well, families with children and the elderly,” Plappert said. MobileVet was designed for both dog and cat owners. “Many times, pets are nervous and/or scared in a veterinary hospital and are not themselves, but when we visit them at home, they are much more relaxed and comfortable,” Plappert said. All of this makes the veterinary experience much more pleasant. Meeting both the owner and the pet in their home allows the ability to spend as much time as needed. MobileVet care includes vaccinations, dental procedures, surgical procedures, blood work

and much more Prior to opening MobileVet in 2009, Plappert and Waltman spent many years of practice in emergency veterinary medicine. In the fall of 2010, they also opened a traditional veterinary clinic, Crossroads Veterinary Hospital, in Defiance, Mo. “This was always our plan to have both a mobile veterinary practice along with a free-standing clinic,” Waltman said. “We feel that this offers clients and patients a complete full range of services.” “Our clients realize and take advantage of both services and hospitals that are available,” Waltman said. “With all of our clients, we feel that we are an integral part of their family and love the close relationships we have with all of our clients and patients.” MobileVet (314) 566-6545 www.stlouismobilevet.com

Adults looking for a refreshing new drink this summer can check out G R A N ITE TR A N S FO R M ATI O N S STAC K E D LO G O Menrathwine Slushee. Laszlo Corporation has combined international wines from Hungary to delicious fruit flavors, paired with local customers. quality resulting S T Awines, C K E D L in O aGrefreshing O U S ASome G E of the award-winning wines 5-percent alcohol wine slushee called include Cezar 2007 Le Patron Red, Taste Menrathwine Slushee. It is available of Chicago “Best Wine in Class”; Cezar WHITE OF “G” SCALES WITH GrandLOGO Select Merlot Bronze Medal in 11 flavors, fromSPACE Pinot Lemonade to 2007 Award Winner in the French Challenge Cherry Cabernet to Strawberry Blanc. The Menrathwine Slushee can be Du Vin Wine Awards Bordeaux Class, purchased by the glass at Cottleville and Cezar Grand Select Cabernet Wine Seller, Andria’s Steakhouse, Sauvignon Silver Medal Award in the Braddens Restaurant, Creve Coeur Brussels International Festival. The Menrathwine Slushee will be Lake House, Rendezvous Cafe, and GRANITE TRANSFORMA featured in localThe festivals and events in Cedar Lake Cellars. currently “The quality of wines used in the the future. Laszlo&Corporation Orange on a white backgr formulation of Menrathwine Slushee is doing trials at Busch Stadium’s Dugout legibility, the GRANITE TRAN third base line, and are key to customer satisfaction. The Concession Stand, approval from public frequents establishments that has received corporate be surrounded by a minimum carry our product,” President/ CEO Les Six Flags to contact all 12 amusement parks across the defined country. as shown in the graph Suhayda said. Customers also can bring home a invade the space. Laszlo Corporation Menrathwine Slushee in 32-ounce 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive containers for home use. For a convenient St. Peters location, check the company’s website. (636) 447-1312 Laszlo Corporation, which opened www.menrathwines.com in 2002, also imports award-winning

Midwest Music Central The quest to buy a piano or organ ends at Midwest Music. Manager Bob Gray is there to answer all questions about the purchase. The store sells primarily pianos, organs and digital pianos. “Midwest and I make the perfect musical match,” said Gray, who is widely known in music retailing as “The Music Man.” Bob Gray began piano lessons at age six, added drums until age 11 and then switched to the cello. In his youth, Gray played with orchestras and symphonies. Gray was the personal pianist for August Busch III, played for all Cardinal functions and in the Cardinal Club until Mark Lamping left. Gray still performs at receptions, country clubs, events and parties. He specializes in the Big Band era, has a repertoire of more than 1,000 songs from memory and a CD “Stairway to the Stars.” Having amassed 59 years of experience, Gray wants to share his knowledge with his customers. “I love taking a piano apart to show

customers all the intricacies of tone and touch,” said Gray, who literally knows the instrument inside and out. “It’s so important to know the salesperson who is helping you select the piano for your home.” Gray has sold more than 20,000 pianos and organs in the St. Louis area and also offers piano appraisals. He is one of eight people chosen to write the “Orion Piano Blue Book,” which is considered the authority for piano valuation standards For help with a piano or organ purchase, Gray is the man, and Midwest Music is where he can be found. Midwest Music Central 17702 Chesterfield Airport Rd. Chesterfield (636) 536-2889 • (314) 409-0787 Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. and Sat.; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thurs. www.midwestmusicstl.com

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“There’s Bickley Script no place like home, unless it’s Caregivers Inn,” said Robyn Minion Pro Italicher senior living facility. Schaber about Schaber, a registered nurse & licensed nursing home administrator, recently celebrated 15 years as owner of Caregivers Inn. The inn offers the warmth of home living to seniors who no longer are able to live alone. Specializing in meeting the individualized needs of its residents, Caregivers Inn delivers compassionate care in a warm and personalized setting. The facility was “deficiency free” during its 2010 and 2011 state inspections. The statewide recognition places it at the top for exceptional senior living. Safety and quality of care are hallmarks of the facility, which offers the following promises of service at no additional charge: three well-balanced meals with a 24-hour nutrition station, medication administration, 24-hour nursing supervision, assistance with daily living, an emergency call system, housekeeping and laundry services, scheduled activities and field trips, a beauty and barber shop and an ice cream parlor. Rehab services also are available, including physical, occupational and speech therapies. Addition-

Studio 703 is the place to go for a contemporary, urban look. Located in the heart of Chesterfield, with a new location in Manchester, and co-owned by Bob Pitts and Shawn Summers, Studio 703 is a complete hair salon that also offers on-location styling and makeup for weddings on special occasions, as well as photography. The experienced stylists at Studio 703 come from all different parts of the country, with most having worked in major fashion cities, such as New York, Los Angeles and Paris. They keep up with cutting-edge trends to provide sophisticated haircuts, colorings, updos and makeovers. “Clients consistently comment as to how nice it is to come someplace where, no matter who they go to, they feel confident they will come out with a pleasant experience,” Summers said. “We have the sophistication of the East Coast and the trends of the West Coast.

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ally, Caregivers Inn qualifies for longterm care insurance and veteran’s benefits. Many senior living facilities offer bells and whistles, such as swimming pools, exercise rooms, bowling allies and more, but most residents will never use such amenities. Caregivers Inn offers simple, healthy living at an affordable rate. Planning a vacation for yourself and need a place for your senior loved one? Why not plan a vacation for them, too? The Inn offers short term stays of two weeks or more (respite care). Think of it as an all inclusive vacation for your loved one. Caregivers Inn is small and personal. The staff is friendly, the food is delicious and the residents really enjoy their home. Caregivers Inn 1297 Feise Road • O’Fallon (636) 240-7979 www.caregiversinn.com

We are committed to providing a high level of service for Studio 703’s clients at a fair price.” In addition to their everyday services, the salon regularly provides editorial styling for ALIVE Magazine photo shoots, and there are stylists featured weekly on the KPLR midday show for all beauty needs. So stylists know how to get the latest look for any hair type. The salon also offers “junior” hairstyles for the younger St. Louisan. No matter what people are used to or where they come from, they can get the great service and contemporary or classic styles they expect. Studio 703 703 Long Road Crossing • Chesterfield 14276 Manchester Road • Manchester (636) 536-6770 www.studio703.com

When Katherine Anderson and her late husband, Reuben Anderson, were newlyweds living in St. Louis, the couple dreamed of owning their own company. In those days, when Katherine prepared meals, Reuben often joined her in the kitchen, adding a pinch of this or that to the pots on the stove. In 1981, in response to the enthusiastic encouragement of family and friends who had sampled their collaborative culinary efforts, the Andersons made their dream a reality and founded Andy’s Seasoning, Inc. Today, Katherine is owner and president of the company, which distributes its products nationally. The facility recently doubled in size to 27,000 square feet to keep up with growing demand for the company’s products. Andy’s Seasoning offers exceptionally delicious breadings and seasonings made from a unique blend of herbs and spices that enhance the flavors of fish, beef, chicken, vegetables, soups and salads. Andy’s Seasoned Salt, Fish Breadings, Chicken Breadings, Seafood

Edelman Computer Services serves home users and small businesses in St. Peters and the surrounding area. The company was begun initially as a parttime home-based business in 1996. Owner Doug Edelman had noted a lack of computer services targeted to the home user and small business markets. He started ECS to help fill that niche. He bills himself as the “Neighborhood Computer Geek in your Neighborhood.” ECS provides such services as troubleshooting and repair, wired and wireless networking, security sweep/ cleaning, upgrades and performance optimization and what he jokingly refers to as gen eral “ghostbusting,” referring to when a customer’s machine behaves as though it were “haunted.” Edelman Computer Services provides in-home and on-site service as well as pickup and delivery. Most problems can be fixed in a single visit. The recent rash of worms, viruses, trojans and other security threats and performance robbers has kept them busy. “If you’re experiencing slow performance, seeing pop-ups or have new icons on your desktop you didn’t

Tempura Batter, Vegetable Breading and Cajun Breading are staples in the kitchens of discerning cooks who appreciate their delightful flavors and time-saving convenience. Because Andy’s Seasoning products can be used when baking, broiling or frying and come in varieties that include mild, hot ‘n’ spicy, low sodium, and no msg they are very versatile. Easy-to-follow directions are included, and an assortment of recipes using Andy’s Seasoning products can be found at andysseasoning. com. Throughout the years, Andy’s Seasoning, Inc. has remained locally owned and products are locally manufactured. The company has firmly rooted itself in the St. Louis community. Locally, its products are sold at Schnucks, Dierbergs, Shop ‘n’ Save, Sam’s, WalMart and Save-A-Lot. Andy’s Seasoning, Inc. 2829 Chouteau Ave. • St. Louis (314) 664-3004 www.andysseasoning.com

install… you probably are infected and should have a check-up! There are extremely nasty new rootkits circulating currently, which routine security programs like McAfee, Norton, AVG, MS Security Essentials etc will notprevent and can’t clean. If you have “Whitesmoke Translator” on your desktop, for example, you are infected with an aleureon type rootkit!” Mr. Edelman says. “Unlike others, we can clean this infection without reformatting your drive.” Mr. Edelman is a professional IT Specialist by trade. He holds multiple professional certifications and has taught PC Maintenance & Repair and Network Fundamentals at St. Charles Community College. Whether a system needs tweaking, protecting, cleaning or resurrecting, Edelman Computer Services has the expertise and experience you need. Edelman Computer Services (636) 294-8383 www.pc-fixer-stl.com


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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Friday Night Flicks will be held at 8:30 p.m. on Fri., July 22, in the 1800 block of N. Second in St. Charles. For more information, visit www.Historicfrenchtown. com. ••• Hot Summer Nights will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thurs., July 28, on North Main Street in St. Charles. The Arbogast Band and We Live in Public will provide the music. ••• The Blackwood Brothers Quartet will present a free musical concert at 7 p.m. on Fri., Aug. 5, at the First Baptist Church, 2230 Lake Saint Louis Boulevard. The southern gospel quartet has recorded more than 200 projects and toured in 47 different countries. They have won eight Grammy Awards and six Dove Awards. A free-will offering will be taken, and the group’s CDs will also be available for sale. For more information, call 561-8476 or visit www. fbclsl.org.

SENIORS The new O’Fallon Active Older Adults (OAOA) club will meet from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle. Cost of the program is $8 for O’Fallon residents and $10 for nonresidents. On Aug. 17, David Harrington of Bankers Life and Casualty, and Lana Jacobsmeyer of Visiting Angels assisted living and home care services will discuss their respective businesses. Lunch, catered by Rendezvous Café, will be salad, roasted CAMPAIGN TRAIL, from page 39

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pasta veggie bake and pudding. Register a week prior to the event by calling 4742732 or online at www.ofallon.mo.us/ ParksandRec.

KIDS ACTIVITIES Free football and dance camps will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on July 25 through July 27 at Green Tree Elementary School, 1000 Ronald Reagan Dr. in Lake Saint Louis. Sponsored by CrossHaven Church, the camps are open to kids age 5 through fifth grade. Register by July 22 at www.OFallonEvents.com. For more information, call 314-540-2005 or info@ OFallonEvents.com. ••• A free Vacation Bible School will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on July 25 through July 28 at St. Charles First Assembly of God, 4750 North Service Road in St. Peters. The bible school is open to kids age 4 to 12 and will feature Bible lessons, skits, songs, crafts, games and more. Those interested in attending may register at the door. For more information, call 936-1912 or visit www.StCharlesAssembly.org/go/ vbs.

RACE Knights of Columbus Patriot Day 5K run/walk and 1-mile fun run will be held at 8 a.m. on Sun., Sept. 11 at T. R. Hughes Ball Park. The cost, which includes a shirt, is $30 for the 5K and $20 for the 1-mile fun run. The proceeds will benefit the wounded veterans and first responders. For more information, visit www.wix.com/ kofcpatriotsdayrun/5k.

lowering taxes, scaling back regulation and is unabashedly pro-life. a Republican president. Wagner has the money. Martin is curShe served as U.S. Ambassador to Lux- rently winning in the polls. The results of the American Viewpoint emburg, giving her a foreign relations edge Poll questions released in July: over her opponent. Q. Which candidate do you prefer? And she can raise campaign cash. A. Martin – 38 percent; Wagner – 16 In two months on the campaign trail, Wagner has brought in more than $500,000 percent Q. Among those who know both candiin contributions. “She’s got me there,” Martin admitted. dates: A. Martin – 48 percent; Wagner – 23 “But we’re working hard. We’re getting lots of the smaller checks – but don’t hesi- percent Q. Among Tea Party rally attendees: tate to write $1,000 if you can.” A. Martin – 47 percent; Wagner – 16 Martin’s advantage is name recognition. While Wagner was working hard behind percent Q. Among conservatives: the scenes of many a campaign, including A. Martin – 44 percent; Wagner – 15 the recent successful run by U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Springfield), Martin has made a percent Q. Among pro-life voters: name for himself as a Tea Party favorite. A. Martin – 43 percent; Wagner – 16 Often a speaker at Tea Party events, Martin champions conservative causes percent Q. Who is conservative? as an outspoken advocate of aggressively A. Martin – 53 percent; Wagner – 32 reducing the size of the federal government in favor of growing the public sector, percent

Painful waxing is a thing of the past – along with the high expenses of traditional waxing services. Known for its high-end, yet reasonably priced, full-body waxing services, European Wax Center is a second-generation, family-owned salon without the “ouch factor,” for which traditional waxing methods are known. “My wife always complained about how painful waxing was, and she hated the irritation afterward,” said owner Dennis Lowery, who co-owns the salon with Brad Frame. “So when we discovered the European Wax Center’s virtually pain-free approach, bringing it to the St. Louis area was a no-brainer.” The key is a four-step process that cleanses, protects, waxes and rejuvenates the skin. The wax, specially formulated in Paris exclusively for European Wax Center, is alcohol-free, has a low melting point and is applied by licensed estheticians at warm bath water temperature. The wax then sets as one continuous elastic layer, adhering only to the hair follicle, not the skin. Because of its strength and elas-

When President/Owner Jeff Minnis is not programming, he is running Jeff Computers, the leading source for all computer solutions. “Since we are locally owned and operated, we offer faster and better quality service,” Minnis said. “We can fix almost any computer problem, and we also custom build desktop and laptop computers.” Jeff Computers is a worldwide solution for information technology needs, offering laptop and computer repair, both new and refurbished desk and laptops, Clear super fast 4G wireless Internet, Cricket Android phones and Cricket basic unlimited phones. Jeff Computers also recently released an easy backup program to help users keep their data safe. Jeff Computers’ innovative services also include the sale and installation of the brand new ultimate connection – Clear Internet – the first network built for today’s on-the-move lifestyle. It offers speeds four times faster than 3G and is available in virtually every corner of St. Louis. Clear is designed with the Internet in mind and goes places

ticity, the hard wax can be removed without adhesive strips, which cause discomfort and redness. Best of all, clients are invited to try it out for free. “Women receive a complimentary bikini line, eyebrow or underarm service on their first time in,” Lowery said, “while men are treated to no-cost eyebrow, ear or nose hair removal.” The relaxing, luxurious space, which offers a mini retreat, cannot be beat. European Wax Center has become a nationally recognized brand, with 240 locations across the country and a recent international expansion into Canada. Today, guests recognize European Wax Center as an industry leader in providing guests the ultimate waxing experience. European Wax Center 1640 Clarkson Road • Chesterfield (636) 536-0777 www.waxcenter.com

Wi-Fi cannot. It delivers an Internet connection anywhere – at home or on the road. Minnis also is the creator of the popular StudyX, the easy and fun software program used by educators and students alike to help students focus and study for tests. Minnis’ computer knowledge and personalized computer services allows Jeff Computers to fix any problem with a laptop or desktop as well as acquire any new parts. “We are one of the few companies that can solve all of our customers’ needs, and our computer website service offers quick repairs online,” Minnis said. Jeff Computers’ trained and experienced technicians guarantee both quality and reliability for the highest quality of service around. Jeff Computers 14366 Manchester Road • Manchester (636) 256-7901 www.jeffcomputers.com


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