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DINING • SHOPPING • ENTERTAINMENT • RECREATION • CULTURE

FF TIME O The GO-TO Guide To What’s Happening in St Charles

NOV-DEC, 2014

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Our Foundation From humble beginnings in 1937, when John Joseph Stygar purchased Central Undertaking and Livery on Cass Avenue, the Stygar philosphy of service has grown strong. That first year, John J. performed about 40 funerals. It was a different time.

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Communities were close-knit.

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Losing a loved one is difficult for any family. We're honored that so many families have come to know and trust the Stygar family during their time of need. We will work diligently to preserve that trust now and into the future. And, we pledge to always do business in an honorable way that will make our children proud.

The Stygar family and our caring, professional staff is always available to serve you. Our services can be performed at either of our locations or at a church, a cemetery or any other location your family chooses.

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We offer a choice of quality funeral products in a wide range of prices and specialize in working within each family's budget to create a meaningful tribute to a loved one.

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Contents TIME OFF

NOV-DEC, 2014

Your Guide To What’s Happening In The St. Charles County Region Editorial Features

New Businesses.........................6 November Events ......................8 Veteran’s Day Happenings ...11 December Events .....................14 Holiday Fun & Festivities ......20 Top Toys for Christmas ..........22 Rock & Roll Connection .........24 Interview with JD Blackfoot Business Brief...........................27 Who’s Who ...............................30 On The Front Cover ................31 The Diamond Shoppe

Advertorial Features Stygar Family of Funerals ......2 The Beauty Spot ........................6 Richbuilt Basement & Remodeling .................................7 Advantage ..................................7 The Brick Oven ........................28 Harvestowne Auto Body.......31

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Join In the TimeOff Treasure Hunt Contest Join us in our fun Treasure Hunt contest and be eligible to win a $50 gift certificate to a local restaurant. Simply find our icon- a TimeOff clock, of course!

Then mail, fax or email your name, address, phone number and where you picked up a copy of TimeOff. Clue- It’s hidden somewhere in TWO of our ads.

Congratulations to our winners of last issue’s contest: Cecilla James of St. Peters who picked up her copy at Spencer Road Library & Lyndsay Tebeau of O’Fallon who received her copy in the mail. The clocks were hidden in the Beauty Spot ad and the Brick Oven ad. Gift certificates to Salvatore’s, Stefanina’s, Brick Oven, or a surprise restaurant, are on the way to our winners!

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Visit our showroom at 1120 Technology Drive, Suite 106 • Hwy. K and 40 • O’Fallon, MO 63368 “The bitterness of poor quality lingers long after a cheap price is forgotten”

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New Businesses, if you’d like to be included on this page, send information and .jpg photo to: timeoff@gatewaycreative.net

Around Town

New Business Hawk Ridge Family Chiropractic

Bakery Case

Enchanted Moments

Hawk Ridge Family Chiropractic 6251 Ronald Reagan Dr Lake St Louis, MO 63367 636-614-2139 hawkridgefamilychiropractic.com

Bakery Case 2956 Hwy K O'Fallon, MO 63368 636-294-4509 www.bakerycase.net

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Select Properties 3070 Winghaven Blvd O’Fallon, MO 63368

Corals & More 1972 S Old Hwy94 St. Charles, MO 63303 636-757-3684

Thrifty's Resale Shop 917 S 5th St St. Charles, MO 63301

Grapevine Florist 934 1st Capitol Drive St. Charles, MO 63301

Daylight Donuts 3788 Elm Street St. Charles, MO 63301 www.daylightdonuts.com

Advance Wound Center BJC 2630 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-344-1702

Elements Herbal Apothecary 700 S Main Street St. Charles, MO 63301 www.elementsapothecary.com

Vibes Coffee House

Enchanted Moments Corner Boutique 211 East Elm, #2 O'Fallon, MO 63366 636-578-8084 enchantedmomentsgarden.com

Storage Masters 1025 Hemsath Road St. Charles, MO 63303 646-569-9759

Advance Wound Center

Vibes Coffee House 7332 Village Center Dr O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-265-3134

New Businesses... Let Us Know About You! Send your company info to: info@gatewaycreative.net

St. Charles Advertorial • Hair Dresser • Market Exclusive

Thank you!

Karen wants to thank all of her clients from all of the years of serving their hair dressing needs.

She feels so blessed to have been serving the hair styling needs of St. Charles and is so gratified to be able to do what she is so passionate about: to bring the beauty out of everyone!

Karen bought The Beauty Spot in 1970 and still has some of her original clients. She has been a hair stylist for more than 50 years and is celebrating her 45th year at this same location!

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SPOT Evelyn has also been a stylist at The Beauty Spot for 35 years so it just feels like family.

Call today for your next appointment.

Seniors always welcome.

Thank you clients for your loyalty for the last 45 years.

For your next style or haircut, See Karen!

Hours: Off Wed & Sun 3128 W. Clay • St. Charles MO (in St Andrews Plaza)

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(636) 724-4522 Want to rent a station with a wonderful atmosphere? Set your own hours. Call today.

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St. Charles Advertorial • Basements • Market Exclusive

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n St. Charles County, do we have many options as to who works on our homes? You bet, and when it comes to your basement, you want to call Richbuilt Basement &

Remodeling and speak with the owner and founder, Rich Kempa.

Rich and his crews have been all over St. Charles county serving our needs since 1989 and to date, he and his team of professionals have completed more than 200 basements.

Rich has the skill, the touch, and the knowledge to beautify your basement for he worked for more than 10 years as a designer and draftsman at consulting engi-

neering firms. Richbuilt Basements' employees have been together for over 15 years working as a team to complete all types of projects on a timely manner.

They know how to get the job done right the first time, period.

Call 314-713-1388 www.Ofallonbasementrefinishing.com

St. Charles Advertorial • Professional Paint and Body Supplies • Market Exclusive

Advantage Paint & Body Supplies

H Photo L-R: Greg Gibbs, president; Randy Horst, GM; and Doug Henning, outside sales are unrivaled in Missouri for their expertise and experience with professional paint and body supplies. Put their vast industry knowledge to work for you today!

ave you heard of the DuPont distributor in St. Charles county?

Advantage Paint and Body Supplies is your DuPont distributor for all of your paint and body supplies. Their bigger location is located in O'Fallon MO and they have been serving customers' needs from south county to Herman MO! Known as Advantage PBE Supplies, the owner Greg Gibbs and his knowledgeable staff, known as the Team Advantage, have been serving the greater St. Louis, Missouri markets with automotive, fleet, and light industrial coatings with paint and related supplies since 2008. Their commitment to their customers with consistent delivery, accurate inventory management, expert tech7

nical service and information make Advantage PBE Supplies the most experienced staff in the whole St. Louis/St. Charles area. Advantage PBE Supplies has earned the status of Champion Distributor by Dupont and it's this champion distributor status that is your assurance that they will meet the highest standards in the industry. Advantage PBE Supplies gives you the best products and practices to help your business succeed.

With over 150 years of combined experience, get the “PBE Advantage” you deserve, today! Located at 819 W. Terra Lane in O'Fallon, it's Advantage PBE Supplies!

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TimeOff Treasure Hunt In the ads within this issue, we've hidden a TimeOff Clock Logo for you to find. When you find it, e-mail your findings along with the name of the ads in which you found the logo and where you picked up your copy of TimeOff. When we receive your information, we'll enter you into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to an area restaurant. Happy Hunting!

November Events Arts & Culture

Community Events

Kids & Teens

Sports & Outdoors

Send Your Findings to: TOT Contest E-mail: timeoff@gatewaycreative.net Mail to: 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive St. Charles 63304 Fax to: 636-536-9611

Health

Seniors

Business

Drawing and Painting Holiday Flowers Date: Mondays, Nov 3-24 Time: 6-9 pm Location: St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Cost: $104 Contact: 636-878-3048 or www.stpetersmo.net Discover how to depict the flowers of our special holidays – Valentine’s Day, Easter or spring, Thanksgiving or fall, and Christmas / New Year.

Different each session.

Painting Orchids in Pastel

Week of Nov 1 Nytro Live Date: Sat, Nov 1 Time: 7 pm Location: The Babylon, Mid Rivers Mall Drive Cost: $5 Contact: 314-440-1109 or www.thebabylonstl.com See Nytro’s first concert in 32 years. Special guest comedian Dan Probst.

St. Charles Firearm & Military Collectibles Show Date: Sat, Nov 1 & Sun, Nov 2 Time: Sat, 9 am - 5 pm: Sun, 9 am - 3 pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Cost: $10 Contact: 636-669-3000 www.stcharlesconventioncenter.com The largest show in St. Louis. Over 500 Tables.

New and used rifles, pistols, & shotguns as well as Commercial & Collectible weapons.

Week of Nov 2-8 Spirit of St. Louis Doll & Bear Show & Sale Date: Sun, Nov 2 Time: 10 am - 3 pm Location: Columns Banquet Center Cost: $5, 12 & under, free: 9am entrance, $10 Contact: 314-423-2635 or 314-739-0148 Annual show and sale at Columns Banquet Center.

Pizza with the Ice Queen and her Sister Date: Sun, Nov 2 Time: 2 pm-3 pm Location: Progress Park Center Cost: $18-$15: Guardians $5 for pizza Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Princesses and Princes can have pizza with the Ice Queen and her Sister. Photo ops, crafts, games, sing and more. Must register.

Date: Mon, Nov 3 Time: 10 am Location: Sophia M Sachs Butterfly House Cost: $60-$48 Contact: 636-530-0076 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org Explore pastel techniques while painting orchids.

Adult class; previous pastel knowledge preferred.

Pioneer Days

Listings are organized in chronological order by week and date. Simply take note of the color coded categories on each page, scan the dates and locate the types of events you are looking for. Enjoy your TimeOff!

Tumblin 2’S Date: Tuesdays, Nov 4-Dec 9 Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $42 Contact: 636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Safely learn and practice balance, coordination and gross motor movement. Tumbling and small gymnastic equipment used.

Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Join us for UMSL University Symphony Orchestra’s annual fall concert.

2nd Annual Center for Autism Education Gala Date: Thurs, Nov 6 Time 6-9 pm Location: Old Hickory Golf Club, St. Peters Cost: Contact Contact: 636-978-7785 or www.teachautism.org Dinner, Silent Auction, and Special Award Ceremony. Please call to request more information.

Fall Chamber Series Date: Wed, Nov 5 & Fri, Nov 7 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Emerson Black Box Theater, Lindenwood Cost: Free Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.lindenwood.edu Hear great music at the annual Chamber Series.

Wednesday, String and Flute ensembles—Friday, Percussion and Brass ensembles.

Tiny Ballet Dancers Date: Thursdays, Nov 6-Dec 18 Time: 6:20 pm-7:05 pm Location: Memorial Park Cost: $42 Contact: 636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Ages 3-4 can learn the fundamentals of ballet at this class.

An Evening with Primus & the Chocolate Factory Date: Wed, Nov 5 Time: 8 pm Location: Peabody Opera House Cost: $52-$32 Contact: 800-745-3000 www.peabodyoperahouse.com An homage to Tim Burton’s Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory with a twist.

22nd Annual Fashion Show and Boutique Date: Thurs, Nov 6 Time: 5:30 pm Location: Ritz Carlton, St. Louis Cost: $125-$75: sponsorships available Contact: 314-275-7440 or www.friendsofkids.com Dinner fashion show, boutique, auction and fun to benefit Friends of Kids with Cancer organization.

University Orchestra Performance Date: Wed, Nov 5 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free

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Massage and Music Therapy Caregiver Class Date: Thurs, Nov 6 Time: 1:30 pm-3 pm Location: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Library Cost: Free Contact: 636-916-9830 or www.bjsph.org Discover how to use Comfort Touch and learn the use of massage and music therapy to promote health and comfort.

Over the Top for Tots: “Fall into the Holidays” Date: Fri, Nov 7 Time: 10 am-2 pm Location: The Columns in St. Charles Cost: $50 person, table of 10 $450 Contact: 636-940-0748 or crisisnurserykids.org Shopping begins at 10, Lunch at Noon. Annual event to benefit Crisis Nursery.

Boys and Girls Club of St. Charles County Trivia Night Date: Fri, Nov 7 Time: 7 pm Location: St. Charles Borromeo School Gym Cost: $160 table of 8 Contact: 636-688-8533 to make reservation Trivia and silent auction to benefit Boys and Girls Club of St. Charles County.

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17th Annual Artists Holiday Boutique

Date: Fri, Nov 7 Time: 7 am-8:30 am Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: $8 person, $25 family Contact: www.stpetersmo.net Music, hula hoops, food, and a certified Hoopnotica instructor helping you learn to hoop! Dance, hula hoop, and enjoy a fun-filled evening. Also Dec 12.

Date: Fri, Nov 7 & Sat, Nov 8 Time: Fri, 7 am - 7 pm, Sat, 8 am - 4 pm Location: Auburn Trace Subdivision, O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 636-561-0612 or Arttouch@aol.com Unique display of handmade gifts. Portion of the sales goes to "Turning Point", a women & children's abuse shelter.

Arianna String Quartet

Great Artist Guitar Series

Date: Fri, Nov 7 Time: 8 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $27-$10 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Oboe virtuoso Alex Klein returns to St. Louis to join the Arianna Quartet in an evening of stirring chamber music for oboe and strings.

Date: Sat, Nov 8 Time: 7 pm Location: Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis Cost: $30-$26 Contact: 314-229-8686 or www.GuitarStlouis.net The Cavatina Duo has become known for powerful and versatile performances, captivating audiences in many festivals and venues across Europe.

Sentimental Journey Dance Band

St. Louis Ambush

Date: Fri, Nov 7 Time: 7-10 pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: $20-$15 Contact: 636-255-0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org Known as one of the best big bands in the Midwest, Sentimental Journey Dance Band will get you in the mood with their wide range of music.

Date: Sat, Nov 8 Time: 7:35 pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: See website for options Contact: 636-477-6363 or www.stlouisambush.com The St. Louis Ambush Soccer league kicks off their 2014/2015 season. Other Nov games 15,28

Smoke on the Mountain Date: Fri, Nov 7 thru Sun, Nov 9; Fri, Nov 14 thru Sun, Nov 16 Time: Fri and Sat, 7pm: Sun, 2pm Location: St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Cost: $18-$14 Contact: 636-219-0250 or www.stpetersmo.net Act Two Theatre presents this show; bluegrass music and a heartfelt family story of a Saturday Night Gospel Sing.

Dance Theatre of Harlem

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Exclusive interview with John Ulett, voice of the St. Louis Cardinals and K-SHE!

El Komander

NEW BALANCE • SAS • FINN COMFORT

Date: Sun, Nov 9 Time: 8 pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: $55 advance, $75 day of show Contact: 636-896-4200 or www.familyarena.com See El Komander in concert at The Family Arena.

Advance tickets on sale now.

It’s Not A Job...

Jussit

Date: Fri, Nov 7 & Sat, Nov 8 Time: Fri, 8 pm: Sat, 2 pm & 8 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $65-$40 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org The country’s first African-American ballet company returns to St. Louis in all its splendor and glory.

Date: Sun, Nov 9 Time: 3 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org South Ostrobothnian Male Voice Choir – Jussit was founded in 1951. Hear traditional and modern Finnish male voice choir music.

Hayrides

Moonlight Bike Ride Series

Date: Fri, Nov 7 Time: All Day Location: Broemmelsiek Park, Wentzville Cost: $125 wagon, 20 people max Contact: 636-949-7535 or www.sccmo.org Groups enjoy a 45-minute ride through tree-lined fields of the park. Campfire after. Also, Fri, Nov 14 and Fri, Nov 21.

Date: Sun, Nov 9 Time: 6 pm Location: Matson Hill Park Cost: Free Contact: 636-949-7475 or www.sccmo.org Ride by the light of the full moon through the woods and prairies of St. Charles County Parks with members of Gateway Off-Road Cyclists and St. Louis Area Mountain Bikers.

The Fabulous Life of Mega Movie Star Katharine Hepburn

Veterans Celebration

Date: Fri, Nov 7 Time: 1 pm Location: Lake St. Charles Cost: $5 Contact: 636-947-1100 www.lakestcharlesretirement.com Light refreshments will be served.

Date: Mon, Nov 10 Time: 11 am - Noon Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu Join us as we honor veterans in music and spoken word.

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Kids & Teens

Date: Tues, Nov 11 Time: 11 am Location: Veterans Memorial Walk, O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 636-240-2000 or www.ofallon.mo.us Ceremony to honor war veterans at the Memorial.

Canvases and Cocktails Date: Tues, Nov 11 Time: 6-8 pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: $35-$30 Contact: 636-255-0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org A guided art experience. BYO beverages; paint a 16x20 canvas. This month: whimsical trees.

Veterans Day Breakfast

Date: Tues, Nov 11 Time: Noon Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu Join the ceremonial march around campus to honor and recognize our veterans. Sponsored by the Student Veterans Organization.

Veterans Day Ceremony Date: Tues, Nov 11 Time: 10 am Location: Veterans Memorial, St. Peters City Hall Cost: Free Contact: 636-477-6600 or www.stpetersmo.net Colonel Roderick Cox, Director of U.S. Army Combat Studies Institute will speak at the event.

Health

Bill Rosemann, editor for Marvel Comics speak.

Topic: “Superheroes On- and Off- the Page.”

Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Week Ceremonial Walk

Sports & Outdoors

Date: Tues, Nov 11 Time: 8-10 am Location: O’Fallon Family YMCA Cost: Free Contact: 636-379-0092 or www.ymcastlouis.org Breakfast for Veterans at the Y.

AARP Smart Driver Course Date: Wed, Nov 12 Time: 9 am-1 pm Location: Progress West Hospital Cost: $20-$15 Contact: 636-928-WELL bjcstcharlescounty.org This classroom course, for drivers age 50 and over, helps older adults refine existing skills.

Veterans Day Ceremony Date: Tues, Nov 11 Time: 11 am Location: Veteran’s Memorial at Bishop’s Landing Cost: Free Contact: www.stcharlescitymo.gov Ceremony to honor war veterans at the Memorial today.

Better Choices, Better Health Diabetes Workshop Date: Wed, Nov 12 Time: 1-3:30 pm Location: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Library Cost: Free: Must register Contact: 636-928-WELL or bjcstcharlescounty.org Discuss eating with diabetes while still making it enjoyable, how to manage blood sugar, how to start or maintain an exercise program; more.

Bill Rosemann-Lindenwood University Speaker Series Date: Tues, Nov 11 Time: 7 pm Location: Spellmann Center, Lindenwood Cost: Free Contact: www.lindenwood.edu

Yo Gabba Gabba Live Date: Wed, Nov 12 Time: 6pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $46.50-$30.50 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com The state-of-the-art live show production features music, singing, dancing and animation.

Wine Tasting - Pacific Northwest Date: Thurs, Nov 13 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar Cost: $36-$30 Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us Join in tasting five Pacific Northwest wines paired with light appetizers.

A Taste of Germany in St. Louis Date: Thurs, Nov 13 Time: 9 am-4 pm Location: Leave from St. Peters City Hall Cost: $91 Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Visit various areas of St. Louis to enjoy German influences. Architecture as well as dining on German fare at Bevo Mill.

Your New WESTPLEX Station!...

Seniors

Business

Trivia Night Date: Fri, Nov 14 Time: 7 pm Location: The Engineer’s Club of St. Louis Cost: $180 table of 10 Contact: 636-441-1203 or www.jacares.org Join us for an evening of trivia benefitting Sts. Joachim & Ann Care Services.

DJ Skate Date: Fri, Nov 14 Time: 7-9 pm Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: Rec-Plex admission & $3 skate rental, if needed Contact: 636-939-2386 or www.stpetersmo.net Bring your family and join us for skating .We'll have games, prizes and fun for all ages.

5th Annual Green Ball Date: Fri, Nov 14 Time: 7-11 pm Location: Moonrise Hotel, 6177 Delmar Cost: $60 Contact: 314-577-5100 www.missourbotanicalgarden.org Benefits the EarthWays Center of the Missouri Botanical Garden. Live music, cocktails and locally-sourced cuisine. Creative “green” attire is encouraged.

MADCO: Wallstories Date: Fri, Nov 14-Sun, Nov 16 Time: Fri & Sat, 8 pm: Sun, 3 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $30-$15 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Powerfully personal Wallstories, coinciding with the commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Cholesterol and Glucose Wellness Screenings Date: Fri, Nov 14 Time: 8 am-10:15 am Location: Winghaven Medical Building Cost: $20: Appointments Contact: 314-542-4848 or www.stlukes-stl.com Lipid panel, which measures total cholesterol and HDL levels, LDL, triglycerides and blood sugar.

Also, one on one consultation with a HeartCaring professional.

An Evening with Joe Bonamassa Date: Sat, Nov 15 Time: 8pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $128-82 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com Hear the internationally renowned guitar superstar at the Fox.

Local Author Open House Date: Thurs, Nov 13 Time: 5:30-7:30 pm Location: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Library Cost: Free Contact: www.youranswerplace.org See local authors and their books at this literary event. Refreshments and books for sale.

with Katy Kruze & Joe DeNiro Mornings...

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Mizzou and Wildcat Mascot Painting Class Date: Sat, Nov 15 Time: 10:30 am - Noon Location: Green Lantern Center, Wentzville Cost: $30-$25 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org

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Week of Nov 16-22

WE REMEMBER...

University Singers and Vocal Point Date: Mon, Nov 17 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free CSomething for every musical taste; all performed by two of St. Louis’s premier vocal ensembles.

Adult Food Art

11/8: vs Milwaukee Wave 11/15 vs Chicago Mustangs 11/28 vs Milwaukee Wave 12/13 vs Detroit Waza Flo 12/28 vs San Diego Sockers

VETERAN’S DAY EVENTS

Date: Tuesdays, Nov 18-Dec 9 Time: 6:30-7:30 pm Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $40 Contact: 636-939-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Learn to make your dishes the center of attention at your next holiday party. Classes cover garnishment advice as well as holiday tips and tricks. New subject each week.

Honor our military by attending one of these events in St. Charles County.

Veterans Celebration Mon, Nov 10 St. Charles, Community College 636-922-8268 • stchas.edu

Piano Studio Concert Step-by-step instructions to design and paint your project. (Bring your shoes, hat, shorts, purse or tote bag to create.) Apron, paint and brushes included.

Bowling Jamboree

Date: Tues, Nov 18 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: TBA Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Join us for the wonderful evening of piano music.

Date: Sat, Nov 15 Time: 12:30-5 pm Location: Plaza Lanes, Droste & West Clay Cost: $3 per game w/shoes Contact: 636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Fundraiser event for the St. Charles Parks and Recreation Foundation to benefit families and children who cannot financially afford recreation programs or trips.

Motown the Musical

3rd Annual Fall Craft Show

University Percussion & Afro-Cuban Ensemble

Date: Sat, Nov 15 Time: 9 am - 3 pm Location: Holy Cross Lutheran Church, O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 636-240-4482 treasurechestshows.com See handmade crafts for sale at this fantastic event. Perfect for gift shopping.

2nd Annual Quarter Auction & Shopping Extravaganza Date: Sat, Nov 15 Time: 6-10 pm Location: VFW Post 2866, St. Charles Cost: $10: $60 table of 6 - Vendor opportunities Contact: 636-970-2800 or www.cliQA.eventbrite.com Community Living Inc. hosts holiday shopping experience. Auctions, booths, reverse raffles and fun. See website or call for more info.

Mommy and Me Nutcracker Tea Date: Sat, Nov 15 Time: 2-4 pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: $25-$20 by Nov 8 Contact: 636-255-0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org Elegant tea party and wonderful ballet performance. Bring camera.

Veterans Week Ceremonial Walk Tues, Nov 11, Noon St. Charles Community College 636-922-8268 • stchas.edu Veterans Day Ceremony Tues, Nov 11, 10am Veterans Memorial St. Peters City Hall 636-477-6600 • stpetersmo.net

Date: Tues, Nov 18-Sun, Nov 30 Time: Varies by date/day Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $85-$25 Contact: 314-534-1111 American dream story of Motown founder Berry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul.

Date: Wed, Nov 19 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org UMSL Percussion Ensemble and Afro-Cuban Ensemble present an evening of innovative music full of rhythm and density.

Veterans Day Ceremony Tues, Nov 11, 11 am Veterans Memorial Walk O’Fallon 636-240-2000 • ofallon.mo.us Veterans Day Breakfast Tues, Nov 11, 8-10 am O’Fallon Family YMCA 636-379-0092 • ymcastlouis.org Veterans Day Ceremony Tues, Nov 11, 11am Veteran’s Memorial at Bishop’s Landing www.stcharlescitymo.gov

• Yard Signs • Banners • Window & Door Lettering • Magnets • Interior & Outdoor signs 2001 Golfway (on the north outer road in the St. Andrews Plaza)

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O’Fallon Annual Tree Lighting Date: Wed, Nov 19 Time: 6-8pm Location: O’Fallon City Hall Cost: Free Contact: 636-379-5574 www.ofallon.mo.us See lighting of holiday tree, hear live music, and visit with Santa. Games, crafts, shopping and more. Bring canned or boxed goods and personal care items for pantries.

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Senior Day Lunch and Bingo Date: Wed, Nov 19 Time: Noon Location: Lake St. Charles Cost: $6 Contact: 636-947-1100 www.lakestcharlesretirement.com Lunch, bingo and Estate sale from 1pm-3pm. See website or call for menu. continued on next page

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Arts & Culture

Community Events

Sports & Outdoors

Health

Kids & Teens

Seniors

Business

St. Peters Tree Lighting Date: Fri, Nov 21 Time: 6:30pm Location: St. Peters City Hall Cost: Free Contact: 636-477-6600 or www.stpetersmo.net Tree Lighting ceremony will feature holiday-themed musical performances. Free movie: SANTA!

Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt Recycled Art Date: Wed, Nov 19 Time: 6 pm and 7:15 pm Location: Progress Park Cost: $15-$12 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Discover what you can make with things you normally throw out. Craft class for ages 6-9 and 10-14.

Thanksgiving Bingo Date: Wed, Nov 19 Time: Noon-3 pm Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $20 per person Contact: 636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Bingo, fun, friends and food. Cost includes lunch, music by Erv and Harry and Bingo.

Hunter Hayes Date: Thurs, Nov 20 Time: 7 pm Location: Chaifetz Arena Cost: $45-$32.50 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com See Hunter Hayes in concert at Chaifetz Arena.

Bone Density Screening Date: Thurs, Nov 20 Time: 4-6 pm Location: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Library Cost: Free Contact: 636-928-WELL to register Screening for women to determine personal risk and discuss how to decrease the risk of developing osteoporosis.

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Electronics Recycling Date: Fri, Nov 21 Time: Noon-6 pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: Free Contact: 314-558-0990 or www.witsinc.org Monthly recycling opportunity for electronics. See website for guidelines.

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Concerto Competition FinalsCollege & High School Divisions Date: Fri, Nov 21 Time: 3 pm & 7 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Please come and enjoy an afternoon and evening of inspiring performances by these dedicated students.

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Date: Fri, Nov 21 Time: 7 pm-9 pm Location: Heartland Park, Wentzville Cost: $12 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org 6th-8th graders can enjoy hunt and pizza party.

Bring flashlight, register.

It’s a Teddy Bear Sleepover Date: Fri, Nov 21 Time: 6-6:45 pm Location: Progress Park Cost: $13-$10: Ages 1-5 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Bring in your teddy bear to read a story, make a craft and have a snack. Afterwards, their teddy bears will stay for a sleepover with the other bears.

Next day, pick up bears.

Treasure Chest Arts & Crafts Show Date: Fri, Nov 21-Sun, Nov 23 Time: Fri, Noon-7pm, Sat, 9am-5pm, Sun, 10am4pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Cost: Free Contact: 636-240-5689 treasurechestshows.com An entire exhibit hall full of a variety of hand-crafted items created by American craftsman.

St. Jude Give Thanks Walk Date: Sat, Nov 22 Time: 9 am-2 pm Location: Busch Stadium Cost: $30-$10, ages 5 & under, free Contact: 314-345-9600 or www.stjude.org Walk for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

One Voice Virtual Choir Concert Date: Sat, Nov 22 Time: 7 pm Location: Edward Jones Auditorium, Des Peres Cost: $50-$20 Contact: 314-223-1630 www.angelbandproject.org Proceeds benefit The Angel Band Project's Music Therapy program for survivors of sexual and domestic violence, and Teresa Butz Memorial Musical Therapy Scholarship Fund at Maryville University.

Garden Glow Holiday Lights Exhibit Date: Sat, Nov 22 & Sun, Nov 23 Time: 5:30-9:30 pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: $16-$6 Contact: 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org Visitors can stroll through the Garden at night surrounded by a spectacle of lights. Also, Nov 26-30.

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Date: Sat, Nov 22- Sun, Jan 4 Time: 9am-5pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: Garden Admission + $5 Contact: 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org Annual holiday flower and train show features model trains traveling through a landscape of plants, surrounded by 500 + poinsettias and other flowers.

Holiday Night Lights Turkey Dash

Polar Express Train Rides

WWE Survivor Series

Date: Sat, Nov 22-Sun, Dec 28 Time: Dates and times vary Location: St. Louis Union Station Cost: Beginning at $38 Contact: 314-942-6942 /stlpolarexpressride.com Wear PJs and relive the magic of the story onboard with music, activities and more. See website for dates/times.

Date: Sun, Nov 23 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $500-$25 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com See John Cena, Randy Orton, Roman Reigns, Sheamus, Bray Wyatt & The Wyatt Family, The Big Show, Seth Rollins and many more.

Festival of Lights

Sleigh-Hayrides Rides through Holiday Night Lights

Date: Sat, Nov 22 Time: Daily Location: St. Louis Union Station Cost: Free Contact: www.christmasinstlouis.org All the magic of Christmas. Lights, Santa, fireworks, activities, music and fun.

Guns ‘N Hoses Date: Wed, Nov 26 Time: 7 pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $32-$12 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com A Thanksgiving Eve tradition, Guns N Hoses, returns to Scottrade Center. Support this great event.

Turkey Toss Disc Golf Tourney

30th Annual Ameren Missouri Thanksgiving Day Parade

Date: Fri, Nov 28 thru Sun, Dec 21 Time: Sun, Wed, Fri and Sat Location: Historic Main Street St. Charles Cost: Free to visit Contact: 800-366-2427 or www.historicstcharles.com Yearly celebration. Parade, tree lighting, activities and more. See website for schedule.

Celebration of Lights Date: Fri, Nov 28 Time: 6-9 pm Location: Fort Zumwalt Park, O’Fallon Cost: varies by mode of travel/night Contact: 636-379-5605 or www.ofallon.mo.us Illuminated tradition in O’Fallon begins tonight; through December 30th. Times vary, modes of travel options available. Call or see website for more info.

Kriskindlmarkt Date: Fri, Nov 28 thru Sun, Nov 30 Time: Fri, Noon-9pm: Sat, 11am-9pm: Sun, Noon5pm Location: Lewis & Clark Boat House &Nature Center Cost: Free to visit

Winter Jewels: A Holiday Celebration

Date: Sat, Nov 22 Time: 6 pm Location: Spencer Road Branch Library Cost: $50-$30 Contact: 636-441-2300 www.stchlibraryfoundation.org Interact with artists; enjoy live music, silent auction, wine and beer, food and more. To benefit Take 20 and Read Campaign for Literacy.

Date: Fri, Nov 28-Sun, Jan 4 Time: 9 am-3 pm Tues-Sun Location: Butterfly House Cost: House admission Contact: 636-530-0076 or www.mobot.org Surround yourself with the magic of the season!

Escape the cold and experience Winter Jewels!

Contact: 636-221-1524 or www.kriskindlmarkt.com Old-world holiday shopping in a fairytale setting.

Ornaments, gifts, German products like nutcrackers, cuckoo clocks, beer steins. Food, drink; kids’ stuff.

St. Charles Tree Lighting Ceremony Date: Fri, Nov 28 Time: 5 pm Location: Berthold Square, S. Main & 1st Capitol Cost: Free Contact: www.historicstcharles.com Join Mayor Sally Faith along with the Cobblestone Wassailiers for the annual lighting of St. Charles' Christmas Tree. Enjoy wassail courtesy of AT&T Missouri.

Ghost Brothers of Darkland County Date: Sat, Nov 29 Time: 8 pm Location: Peabody Opera House Cost: $79.50-$39.50 Contact: 800-745-3000 /peabodyoperahouse.com Written by Stephen King with music & lyrics by John Mellencamp, this is a haunting tale of fraternal love, lust, jealousy and revenge.

Turkey Bowl! Men’s Flag Football Tournament Date; Sat, Nov 29 Time: 10 am Location: Heartland Park, Wentzville Cost: $200 per team Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Gentlemen, help us break in the new football fields at Heartland Park. See website or call

Mom’s resale

Date: Thurs, Nov 27 Time: 8:45 am Location: Downtown St. Louis Cost: Free to watch Contact: www.christmasinstlouis.org The Midwest's best holiday parade. Floats, bands, storybook characters, carriages, and Santa Claus.

Art Uncorked

Date: Sat, Nov 22 Time: 7 pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: Tickets, $10: Parking, $10 Contact: 636-896-4200 or www.metrotix.com Concert with Crosby Stills Nash & Young tribute band.

Hear the sounds and feel the love.

Christmas Traditions

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays, Nov 24-Dec 29 Times: Hourly, 6-9 pm Location: Rotary Park, Wentzville Cost: $115-$100 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Tractor-pulled hayride through holiday lights. Ride, campfire, hot chocolate, carols.

Date: Sat, Nov 22 Time: 6 pm Location: Dardenne Prairie City Hall Cost: Free Contact: 636-561-1718 or www.dardenneprairie.org Annual parade. Tree lighting at 6:45pm. Sponsorship opportunities. Proceeds support the Salvation Army.

4 & 20: A Tribute to Crosby Stills Nash & Young

Date: Fri, Nov 28 Time: 5:30 pm Location: Peabody Opera House Cost: $44.50-$39.50 Contact: 314-499-7600 peabodyoperahouse.com Nickelodeon’s preschool music group and stars of the hit Emmy Award-winning TV series are bringing an all new concert to the Peabody.

Date: Sun, Nov 23 Time: 4 pm Location: Rotary Park Cost: $35 by 11/14: $45 Race Day Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Kick off the holiday season with Wentzville's new Holiday Night Lights Turkey Dash. All ages, many levels. Max 300: Enter!

5th Annual Tree of Lights Parade and Celebration

Date: Sat, Nov 22 Time: 5:30 pm Location: Indian Camp Creek Park Cost: Contact: Register day of event Contact: 636-949-7535 or www.sccmo.org Compete for cash prizes, trophies, and a Thanksgiving turkey at the annual Blind Turkey Toss Disc Golf Glow Tournament.

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Date: Fri, Nov 28-Tues, Dec 30 Time: Nightly; some dates closed Location: Rotary Park, Wentzville Cost: $8 vehicle up to 6 people; $1 for each additional person Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Drive through Rotary Parks 1 miles of illuminated commercial scenes and tunnels for a magical experience for your holiday season. Call or see website.

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TimeOff Treasure Hunt In the ads within this issue, we've hidden a TimeOff Clock Logo for you to find. When you find it, e-mail your findings along with the name of the ads in which you found the logo and where you picked up your copy of TimeOff. When we receive your information, we'll enter you into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to an area restaurant. Happy Hunting!

December Events Arts & Culture

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Send Your Findings to: TOT Contest E-mail: timeoff@gatewaycreative.net Mail to: 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Charles 63304 Fax to: 636-536-9611

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Cost: $74.50-$27.50 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com Hear the Gaither Brothers and their special guests.

Trailer Park Boys: The Dear Santa Claus Tour

Week of Dec 1-6 Annie Date: Tues, Dec 2-Sun, Dec 7 Time: 7:30 pm: Sat, 2 pm & 7:30 pm Sun, 1 pm & 6:30 pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $75-$25 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com The world's best-loved musical returns in time-honored form. See ANNIE at the Fox.

A Christmas Carol Date: Tues, Dec 2-Sun, Dec 7 Time: 7:30 pm, Sat and Sun also 2 pm Location: Emerson Black Box Theater, Lindenwood Cost: $10 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.luboxoffice.com A timeless classic performance.

Garden Glow Holiday Lights Exhibit Date: Wed, Dec 3-Sun, Dec 7 Time: 5:30-9:30 pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: $16-$6 Contact: 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org Visitors can stroll through the Garden at night surrounded by a spectacle of lights. Also Dec 10-14 and Dec 18-Jan 4

Supersleep - 10 Tips Program Date: Wed, Dec 3 Time: 1-3 pm Location: Lower Level, Senior Center, O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 314-862-4859 x24 or www.oasisnet.org/STL Learn the secrets of getting restorative sleep, relaxing and managing stress during the hustle and bustle of the holidays.

Gaither Christmas Homecoming Date: Thurs, Dec 4 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Chaifetz Arena

Date: Thurs, Dec 4 Time: 8 pm Location: Peabody House Cost: $55-$35 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.peabodyoperahouse.com Spend an evening with the boys for a Christmas show you will never forget!

Traditional Holiday Concert Date: Thurs, Dec 4 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Enjoy the University Orchestra, Arianna String Quartet and choirs at this holiday concert.

Santa Dash

Listings are organized in chronological order by week and date. Simply take note of the color coded categories on each page, scan the dates and locate the types of events you are looking for. Enjoy your TimeOff!

Yuletide Dinner with the Legends of Christmas Date: Thurs, Dec 4 Time: 7 pm Location: Old Stone Chapel, South Main, St. Charles Cost: TBA Contact: www.historicstcharles.com Christmas characters entertain, buffet meal & fun.

See website for price & info. Also, Dec 11 & 18

Location: Progress Park Center Cost: $15 person: Register Contact: 636-332-9236 Participants will enjoy dinner from Pete's Drive-in.

Dinner, dancing prizes and Santa.

The Nights Before Christmas

Date: Fri, Dec 5 Time: 5-10 pm Location: Augusta Cost: Free to visit Contact: 636-228-4005 or www.augustachamber.org Carriage rides, Santa, caroling, scavenger hunt, shopping, food & wine, candlelit walk and more.

Also, Fri, Dec 12. See website for updated info.

32nd Annual Candlelight Christmas Walk

Date: Fri, Dec 5 and Sat, Dec 6 Time: Fri, 8 pm: Sat, 3 pm Location: Lindenwood Theater Cost: $10 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.LUboxoffice.com Holiday concert extravaganza to benefit Lindenwood Arts Endowment. Great entertainment.

UMSL Dance Showcase

Kids Night at the Fox

Date: Fri, Dec 5 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org An informal dance performance featuring choreography by UMSL dance students.

Date: Fri, Dec 5 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: See website: special pricing opportunity Contact: www.foxpacf.org/knaf.aspx Kids' Night at the Fox presented by the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation in partnership with Fabulous Fox Theatre and TROIKA Entertainment.

Spirit of Christmas Dinner and Dance Date: Fri, Dec 5 Time: 5:30-8:30 pm

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Christmas Candlelight Tour Date: Fri, Dec 5 & Sat, Dec 6 Time: Gates open at 5:30 pm Location: Historic Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center, Defiance Cost: $15 adult, $10 child: Contact: 636-798-2005 or www.danielboonehome.com Thousands of candles illuminate a world on the edge of the frontier. Step back into the early 1800s to experience Christmas as it was celebrated in the past. Also, Dec 12 & 13.

DJ Skate Date: Fri, Dec 5 Time: 7pm-9pm Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: Rec-Plex admission & $3 skate rental Contact: 636-939-2386 or www.stpetersmo.net Bring your family and join us for skating .We'll have games, prizes and fun for all ages.

Supper with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 6 & Sun, Dec 7 Time: 4:30pm & 7pm Location: Butterfly House Cost: $15-$20: 12 months and younger, free Contact: 636-530-0076 or www.mobot.org Pasta dinner with Santa, activities. Each Sat & Sun before Christmas.

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Trivia Night at Progress Park

Candy Cane Hunt

Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: 7 pm Location: Progress Park Center, Wentzville Cost: $160 table of 8: Register Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Register for this trivia night to benefit the Friends of Wentzville Parks. Ages 21+.

Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: 9 am-10:30 am Location: Renaud Spirit Center Cost: $10-$8: Register Contact: 636-474-2732 or www.ofallon.mo.us Hunt for candy canes outside the Center. Then visit with Santa, drink hot chocolate, play games, sing and other activities.

Chanukah: Festival of Lights Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: Noon-4 pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: Garden Admission Contact: 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org Jewish holiday celebration with Israeli music and dance, menorah-lighting ceremony and Chanukah merchandise.

Santa at the Old Town Log Cabin

Christmas in Cottleville

Defiance Pet Parade and Holiday Festival

Date: Sat, Dec 6 & Sun, Dec 7 Time: All day Location: Old Town Cottleville Cost: Free to visit Contact: www.cityofcottleville.com Shop and eat in Historic Old Town Cottleville. Visit Santa at the Cottleville Fire Department. See website for updated info.

Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: 1-3 pm Location: Old Town St. Peters Cost: Free Contact: www.stpetersmo.net Enjoy Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides, hot chocolate and cookies. Bring your own camera, and dress appropriately -- outdoor event.

Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: All Day Location: City of Defiance Cost: Free Contact: 314-233-3423 or www.defiancemo.org Food, fun and festivities with your furry friends.

St. Charles County Epic Ride 8th Annual Heartland Humane Society of Missouri Trivia Night Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: 6:30 pm Location: O’Fallon Elks Lodge Cost: $200 table of 8 until 11/21, then, $250 Contact: 636-578-9176 or www.hhsrescue.jigsy.com Benefits foster homes that give abandoned, abused, and unwanted animals another chance for loving, permanent homes.

Visit with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: Breakfast, 9 am-10 am: Lunch, 11 am- Noon Location: Progress Park, Wentzville Cost: $12-$10: Guardians, $5 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Join Santa for breakfast or lunch and a craft and fun games. Each child will have individual time with Santa. Register by Dec 1.

The Miracle of Jesus Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: 10 am- Noon Location: SunRise Church, O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 636-978-2727 Through hands-on activities, games, stories, and more, your family will experience the amazing impact of the miracles of Jesus’ birth and life.

Free Electronics Recycling Event Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: 7 am- Noon Location: T.R. Hughes Ballpark Parking Lot, O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 636-240-2000 or www.ofallon.mo.us Acceptable Items no charge (working or not).Basically anything that has a cord or battery.

Date: Sat, Dec 6 Time: 9 am Location: Weldon Spring Conservation Area Cost: Register at www.trailnet.org Contact: 636-949-7535 or www.sccmo.org Experience the first-ever St. Charles County Epic Ride challenge! 50-mile race.

DJ Skate Date; Sat, Dec 6 Time: 8:10-11 pm Location: CenturyTel Ice Arena Cost: $7 Contact: 636-332-4600 or www.wentzvilleicearena.com Come skate every Saturday in December

Week of Dec 7-13 A Christmas Hoedown Dinner and Show Date: Sun, Dec 7 Time: Doors, 5:30 pm: Dinner, 6 pm Location: Grand Opera House Banquet Center Cost: $66.75 per person: Call or web for tickets Contact: 636-406-3783 or www.ohbanquets.com Banquet and theatre show entertain you. A comical, interactive Christmas Mystery will be performed.

Also Sun, Dec 21.

Christmas with Amy Grant Date: Sun, Dec 7 Time: 7 pm Location: J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Cost: $79.50-$49.50 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.luboxoffice.com Amy Grant's career spans more than 30 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into her experience as an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality, and philanthropist. continued on next page

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Arts & Culture

Community Events

Sports & Outdoors

Be One of 5,000 Dressed Like Santa...

Health

Kids & Teens

Seniors

Business

How to Talk to Your Doctor Date: Wed, Dec 10 Tie: 10 am Location: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Library Cost: Free: register Contact: 636-978-7926 or www.youranswerplace.org Learn some tricks and information to make the most of your appointment time.

Pippin Holiday Night Lights Walk Through Event Date: Mon, Dec 8 Time: 6-8 pm Location: Rotary Park, Wentzville Cost: $3 advance, $5 day: Under 6 yrs, free Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Stroll along the light route and enjoy the displays.

Enjoy cookies and a visit with Santa.

Second Saturday in December Historic Main Street 5K Run/ 1-Mile Walk Kids Run in Frontier Park

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Date: Tues, Dec 9 & Wed, Dec 10 Time: 8 pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $100-$37.50 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Christmas Tour and release of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas.

Registration Ends Soon • No Race Day Entries Holiday Spirits on Main www.SantasNorthPoleDash.com

SCC Singers & Chamber Choir Concert Date: Tues, Dec 9 Time: 8 pm Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8399 or www.stchas.edu Enjoy this concert at the College.

LIFE CHANGING Adult Day Care

The Black Keys

What Are Adult Day Care Services?...

Adult Day Care Centers are state licensed facilities who provide assistance to families caring for impaired adults who cannot be left alone during the day and who do not require 24-hour nursing care in an institution.

Who Uses Adult Day Care?

• Physically impaired • Those limited in their ability to function • Limited in their ability to Function Independently but not requiring 24-hour institutional care

Date: Tues, Dec 9 Time: 8 pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $76-$32 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com 105.7 The Point presents The Black Keys Turn Blue World Tour with special guest St. Vincent.

Holiday Stroll Date: Tues, Dec 9 Time: 6 pm - 9 pm Location: Fort Zumwalt Park Cost: $2 for ages 3 and over Contact: 636-379-5614 or www.ofallon.mo.us Walk through the Celebration of Lights display.

Fireworks (7:25 p.m.), holiday caroling, a visit with Santa and shopping for holiday crafts, unique gifts, and food and beverages.

Benefits...

• A safe secure environment • Setting reduces risk of depression caused byloss • Adult day care may slow cognitive loss

Who Pays for Services?

• Private Payers • Medicaid • Private Insurance • Area Agencies of Aging

SCC Jazz Band Concert Date: Wed, Dec 10 Time: 8 pm Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8399 or www.stchas.edu Enjoy a concert by the Jazz Band.

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Date: Wed, Dec 10-Sun, Dec 14 Time: Varies by day/date Location: Peabody Opera House Cost: $82-$22 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.peabodyoperahouse.com PIPPIN is a high-flying, death-defying hit musical!

Full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats and soaring songs.

SCC Orchestra Concert Date: Thurs, Dec 11 Time: 8 pm Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8399 or www.stchas.edu Enjoy the SCC Orchestra at this free concert.

Straight No Chaser Date: Thurs, Dec 11 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $49.50-$34.50 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com On the road, Straight No Chaser has built a reputation as an unforgettable live a cappella act.

Deck the Halls Date: Thurs, Dec 11 Time: 6 pm or 7 pm Location: Progress Park Conference Room Cost: $15-$12: Register Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Each participant will make 6 ornaments, three to help decorate the trees at the park and three to take home. Ages 3-6 at 6pm and 7-10 at 7pm.

12th Annual JingleFest Concert Date: Fri, Dec 12 Time: 7 pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: check website Contact: 314-983-6246 or www.metrotix.com 92.3 WIL’s JingleFest features a line-up of hot country acts including Cole Swindell, The Swon Brothers and up-an-coming female country star RaeLynn. See www.wil92.com for updates.

Ambassadors of Harmony Date: Fri, Dec 12-Sun, Dec 14 Time: Fri, 8 pm: Sat, 2 pm, 8 pm: Sun, 2 pm,7 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $38-$28 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org See why families join us year after year for this outstanding celebration of holiday sounds.

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A Christmas Carol Date: Fri, Dec 12 thru Sun, Dec 14 Time: Fri, 7:30 pm; Sat, 2 & 7:30 pm; Sun, 1 pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $42-$20 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com One of the most beloved holiday traditions

Hermann Holiday Date: Fri, Dec 12 Time: 9 am-5 pm Location: Leave from St. Peters City Hall Cost: $91 Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Join us as we travel to the wonderful village of Hermann, MO to enjoy good German gemutlichkeit (“pleasant atmosphere”). Food, tour, music.

Winter Wonderland on Ice Show Date: Fri, Dec 12 & Sat, Dec 13 Time: Fri, 7 pm: Sat, 5 pm Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: $9-$6 Contact: 636-939-2386 or www.stpetersmo.net Celebrate the holidays as the Rec-Plex North ice rink comes to life and turns into an enchanted Winter Wonderland on Ice. Great family fun.

Circus Flora: A Winter Fable Date: Fri, Dec 12-Sun, Dec 14 Time: Fri, 7:30 pm; Sat, 2 & 7:30 pm; Sun, 2 pm Location: Powell Hall Cost: $65-$25 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org Enjoy the performance of Circus Flora

4th Santa’s North Pole Dash and Children’s Snowman Shuffle Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 9 am Dash, 10 am Shuffle Location: Frontier Park, St. Charles Cost: $35-$30: Shuffle, $15: Register by Dec 8.

Contact: 636-949-0633 or www.gstccc.com Dress as Santa or Snowman and race or shuffle through Historic St. Charles or Frontier Park. After: photos, shopping and more. Register early.

Saturday with Santa: Christmas Carols in the Garden Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 1 pm-4 pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: Garden Admission Contact: 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org Visit Santa and Rudolf, listen to holiday carols and enjoy a free ride to see holiday decor at the Tower Grove House and Kemper Center.

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Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex South Cost: $11 child, $5.50 adult: Must Register Contact: 636-939-2386 or www.stpetersmo.net Ages 2-8 and parents have breakfast, visit Santa, make crafts and sing songs. Bring your camera.

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Celebrating 25 years of travel!

Santa Lucia Day Celebration Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 6 pm Location: North Main Colonnade, St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: www.historicstcharles.com Children’s parade by lantern light and interactive stories to celebrate Santa Lucia Day.

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Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 7 pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $1100-$143 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com See Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band.

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Breakfast with Santa

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Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 9 am-10:30 am Location: Civic Annex, O’Fallon Cost: $12-$10: Must register Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us Enjoy doughnuts and beverages, games, crafts, and visit with Santa. Adults should register if eating with child. Bring camera.

Christmas at the Cathedral Date: Sat, Dec 13 & Sun, Dec 14 Time: Sat, 8pm: Sun, 2:30pm Location: Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis Cost: $49-$24 Contact: 314-533-7662 or www.cathedralconcerts.org Annual musical celebration of the holidays.

Pizza with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 11 am-12:30 pm Location: Civic Annex, O’Fallon Cost: $12-$10: Must Register Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us Visit Santa, eat pizza. Games and crafts. Adults should register if eating with child. Bring camera.

Breakfast with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 9 am Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $8 per person, pre-registration only Contact: 63-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Enjoy breakfast; Santa will meet your child and pose for pictures,Christmas crafts.

Breakfast with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 8:30 am-10:30 am

Breakfast with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 8:30 am-10:30 am Location: Rec-Plex South Cost: $11 child, $5.50 adult Contact: 636-939-2386 x 1400 or www.stpetersmo.net Parents bring kids ages 2-8 to breakfast, activities, crafts, singing and SANTA at this annual event.

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Arts & Culture

Community Events

Sports & Outdoors

Health

Kids & Teens

Seniors

Business

Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com New Broadway musical based on the classic 1983 movie . It captures the wonder of the holidays.

St. Charles Municipal Band Holiday Concert

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St. Charles County Symphony Christmas Pops Concert Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 7 pm Location: St. Peters Cultural Arts Center Cost: $10 Contact: www.scsymphony.us Enjoy this concert by our own symphony orchestra.

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Santa’s Helpers

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Date: Tues, Dec 16 Time: 7 pm - 9 pm Location: J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Cost: Free Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.stcharlesband.com The Concert Band and Big (Jazz) Band perform traditional & contemporary holiday music.

Family Holiday Evening Date: Wed, Dec 17 Time: 5:30 pm-7:30 pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: Free Contact: 636-255-0270 or foundryartcentre.org Create holiday crafts and make some memories!

Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies.

Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 10 am-3 pm Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $15 per child Contact: 636-9494-3372 or stcharlesparks.com Your little helpers join us for Christmas crafts, games, and movies! Parents shop, wrap, bake or just get some rest and relaxation.

Christmas Lights and Dinner

The National Acrobats of China

Senior Day Lunch and Bingo

Date: Sat, Dec 13 Time: 2 & 8 pm Location: J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Cost: $59.50-$29.50 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.luboxoffice.com The entire family is sure to enjoy this colorful, acrobatic adventure performed by the National Acrobatics of the People’s Republic of China.

Date: Wed, Dec 17 Time: 3 pm - 9 pm Location: Meet at Green Lantern Parking Lot Cost: $35-$30 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Trip to Our Lady of the Snows, dinner, lights tours, and holiday fun. Must register, fills quickly.

Date: Wed, Dec 17 Time: Noon Location: Lake St. Charles Cost: $6 Contact: 636-947-1100 www.lakestcharlesretirement.com Lunch, bingo and Estate sale from 1pm-3pm.

Christmas Bingo

Week of Dec 14-20 Sounds of the Season Date: Sun, Dec 14 Time: 1:30 pm Location: Heritage Museum, St. Peters Cost: Free Contact: 636-255-6000 or www.stccparks.org Musical program invites guests sip a cup of hot apple cider and enjoy a variety of inspiring music while touring the transportation exhibit.

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Date: Sun, Dec 14 Time: 6 pm Location: First Baptist Church of St. Charles Cost: $10 Contact: www.scsymphony.us Enjoy this concert by our own symphony orchestra.

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A Christmas Story Date: Tues, Dec 16-Sun, Jan 4 Time: Varies by date/day Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $80-$25

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Date: Wed, Dec 17 Time: Noon-3 pm Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $20 per person Contact: 636-9494-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Bingo, food, friends and holiday entertainment.

Cost includes lunch and Bingo.

Shhh! It’s a Secret Date: Thurs, Dec 18 Time: 6-7 pm & 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Location: Green Lantern Center, Wentzville Cost: $20-$15 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Ages 3-6 and 7-10 will make gifts for family. Two separate classes by age.

Miracle on 34th Street-The Musical Date: Fri, Dec 19 thru Sun, Dec 21 Time: Fri & Sat at 7pm; Sat & Sun at 2 pm Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: $10 Contact: 636-922-8233 or www.stchastickets.com See this wonderful show, brought to life by the Young People’s Theater.

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Saint Louis Ballet: The Nutcracker

Tran-Siberian Orchestra

Date: Thurs, Dec 18-Tues, Dec 23 Time: Varies by day/date Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $55-$22 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi brings the classic tale to life with the talents of the professional ballet dancers of Saint Louis Ballet.

Date: Fri, Dec 26 Time: 3:30 pm & 8 pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $69.50-$36.25 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com Trans-Siberian Orchestra will perform their rock opera, The Christmas Attic ,live for the first time.

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• At age 65, there’s a 1 in 8 chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) • That risk increases to a 1 in 2 chance at age 85 • There is no cure for AD…and no way to delay its symptoms

RK Gun & Knife Show St. Louis Symphony: A Gospel Christmas Date: Thurs, Dec 18 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Powell Symphony Hall Cost: $60-$30 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org Oleta Adams joins the STL Symphony and IN UNISON Chorus for a night of Gospel music to celebrate the most joyous of seasons.

City Centre Dance Date: Fri, Dec 19 Time: 7 pm Location: St. Peters City Hall Cost: $7 at door Contact: 636-477-6600 or www.stpetersmo.net Dance to the music of “Two Star Final”.

Date: Fri, Dec 26 thru Sun, Dec 28 Time: Fri, 1-6pm: Sat, 9 am -5 pm: Sun, 9 am-3 pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Cost: Contact Contact: 563-927-8176 www.stcharlesconventioncenter.com Gun and knife show and sale.

There is, however, a way to get involved in increasing the overall understanding of this condition.

The TOMMORROW study is a clinical research study seeking healthy senior participants between the ages of 65 and 83 to help us learn more about the early phase of AD.

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Date: Sat, Dec 27 Time: 6:30-9 pm Location: Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar Cost: $55-$50 Contact: 636-281-CAFÉ www.rendezvouscafeandwinebar.com Jest Murder Mysteries presents a 4-course murder mystery dinner show. “Clueless” is title of this show.

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CALL 314-720-3592 OR VISIT WWW.ResearchForTomorrow.COM If you are selected as a study participant, you will not have to pay for your investigational medication, study visits, or any tests that are part of the study. Transportation assistance may also be available.

Week of Dec 28-31 Date: Fri, Dec 19 Time: 8 pm Location: Lindenwood Theater Cost: $42.50-$24.50 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.LUboxoffice.com Group joined by children from St. Charles School District for this performance.

National Lutheran Choir Christmas Concert Date: Sat, Dec 20 Time: 2 pm-3:30 pm Location: Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis Cost: $25-$10 Contact: 888-747-4589 or christchurchconcerts.org Immerse yourself in holiday music in an awe-inspiring setting. Also, 5 pm-6:30 pm.

Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon

Week of Dec 21-27 Christmas Traditions Closing Ceremony and Santa Send Off Date: Wed, Dec 24 Time: 1:30 pm Location: St. Charles Berthold Square Cost: Free Contact: www.historicstcharles.com Gather in Berthold Square to say goodbye to Santa.

Ceremony and fun.

Date: Mon, Dec 29 Time: Noon-4 pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: Garden Admission Contact: 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org This Kwanzaa ceremony highlights a day of storytelling, craft and jewelry displays, and authentic African drumming and musical performances.

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Date: Wed, Dec 31 Time: 6pm - Midnight Location: Grand Center, St. Louis Cost: Free Contact: 314-289-8121 or www.grandcenter.org In celebration of the 250th Birthday of the City of St. Louis, this year's First Night will be an evening to remember! Family fun.

AETREX • TROTTERS • SOFT SPOTS

New Year’s Eve Celebration Concert Date: Wed, Dec 31 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Powell Symphony Hall Cost: $120-$35 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org Full of surprises and enchanting music, this bestkept secret is a memorable way to ring in the New Year.

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Date: Sat, Dec 20-Tues, Dec 23 Time: 12:30 pm Location: Blanche M Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $35 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Meet the Sugar Plum Fairy, her Cavalier and the cast of The Nutcracker. Lunch and photo ops.

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Oh Christmas Tree

HOLIDAY guide

Visit one of these tree farms for a tree that matches your space and family’s personality. Call ahead or visit their website for hours/directions.

The holidays are a time when we all take a deep breath, dive into a million activities and try our best to weather the stress that often accompanies all the chaos.

But with a bit of planning, you can find time to do all the “must-do”s of the season and still find time to enjoy warm times with your family.

The next few pages include holiday happenings- from where to buy your tree, holiday craft fairs for unique Christmas gifts, holiday runs to work off those extra pounds, and all the places around town to take the kids to visit or breakfast with Santa. Our regular calendar of events pages feature all the concerts, theatre performances, tree lightings and other Christmas festivities.

UNIQUE SHOPPING Consider buying handcrafted, one-of-a-kind gifts for unique holiday items and decorations.

Sullivan Farms 14614 Manchester Road, Ballwin 314-570-6662 • sullivanfarmsstl.com

Francis Howell Central 4th Annual Craft Show Sat, Nov 1, 9 am-4 pm Francis Howell Central, St. Charles 636-577-8296 or www.fhsdschools.org

Lewis & Clark Boat House & Nature Center 636-221-1524 or www.kriskindlmarkt.com

17th Annual Artists Holiday Boutique Fri, Nov 7 & Sat, Nov 8, Fri, 7 am-7 pm, Sat, 8 am-4 pm Auburn Trace Subdivision, O’Fallon 636-561-0612 or Arttouch@aol.com

Treasure Chest Arts & Crafts Show Fri, Nov 21-Sun, Nov 23, Fri, Noon-7 pm, Sat, 9 am-5 pm, Sun, 10 am-4 pm St. Charles Convention Center 636-240-5689 or treasurechestshows.com

Francis Howell North Holiday Craft Fair Sat, Nov 8, Francis Howell North 636-851-4900 or www.fhsdschools.org

Celebration Church Craft Fair Sat, Nov 22, 9 am-4 pm Celebration Church Birdie Hills Rd, St Peters 636-578-0160 or www.celebrationcares.org

3rd Annual Fall Craft Show Sat, Nov 15, 9 am-3 pm Holy Cross Lutheran Church, O’Fallon 636-240-4482 or www.treasurechestshows.com 2nd Annual Quarter Auction & Shopping Extravaganza Sat, Nov 15, 6 pm-10 pm VFW Post 2866, St. Charles $10: $60 table of 6-Vendor opportunities 636-970-2800 or cliQA.eventbrite.com 2nd Annual Holiday Craft Fair Sat, Nov 15,10 am-4 pm St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wentzville 636-332-5672 or www.stjojo.net Kriskindlmarkt Fri, Nov 28-Sun, Nov 30, Fri, Noon-9 pm: Sat, 11 am-9 pm: Sun, Noon-5 pm

Arts & Crafts Fair Sat, Dec 6, 9 am-4 pm Francis Howell Middle School, Weldon Spring 636-851-4803 or www.fhhsmb.org

Christmas Traditions 25882 S. Lohman Road, Wright City 636-745-7488 christmastraditions.net Brushy Fork Pines 228 South Lindsey Road, Old Monroe 636-668-6084 • brushyforkpines.com Sunbrite Christmas Tree Farm 435 Guthrie Road, O’Fallon 636-332-5787 sunbritechristmastreefarm.com Country Pines 14533 State Hwy M, Wright City 636-745-0653 • country-pinesllc.com Sullivan Farms 2897 Veterans Memorial Parkway, St. Charles 314-570-6662 • sullivanfarmsstl.com

Chanukah: Festival of Lights Sat, Dec 6, Noon-4 pm Missouri Botanical Garden Garden Admission 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org

ENJOY YOUR HOLIDAYS!

Christmas in Cottleville Sat, Dec 6 & Sun, Dec 7, All day Old Town Cottleville www.cityofcottleville.com

We at TimeOff wish you the happiest of holidays and a New Year filled with blessings!

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RUN FOR A CAUSE This is the time of year when we need to run off those excess holiday indulgences. The area is brimming with opportunities to race or walk for a variety of charities and causes.

Grab your sneakers, put on your ugly sweater or mustache and get moving!

Hunger Run Sat, Nov 1:$35-$30 Bales Park, St. Charles www.thehungerrun.com Wild in the Woods Sat. Nov 1: Broemmelsiek Park 9 am: $40-$30 636-949-7535 www.sccmo.org

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Footprints for Families 5K/1Mile Fun Run Sat, Nov 8: 8 am: TR Hughes Ballpark: $35-$20 www.fleetfeetstlouis.com

Holiday Night Lights Turkey Dash 5K Run/ 1Mile Walk Sun, Nov 23:Rotary Park, Wentzville: 4 pm $45-$35:636-332-9236 www.wentzvillemo.org

The Mustache Dash Sat, Nov 8:T.R. Hughes Ballpark: 8:30 am: $40-$10 www.mustachedash5K.com

15th Annual Chesterfield Turkey Trot Thurs, Nov 27: 8:45 am: Chesterfield Amphitheater: $39-$10 :636-812-9500 www.chesterfield.mo.us

Sweat 4 Pets 10K/5K/1Mile Fun Run/Walk Sun, Nov 9:Tower Grove Park 9 am: $30-$15 racesonline.com

Turkey Trot STL Thanksgiving:Family Arena, St Charles:8 am:$20: ? Mile Youth Race:Free www.turkeytrotstl.com

Girls on the Run 5K Sat, Nov 15:8:30 am:$35$25:Downtown St. Louis www.girlsontherunstl.org

St. Dominic Joe Haug “Give Thanks” 5K Sat, Nov 29:8:30 am:St. Dominic High School, O’Fallon:$25-$20: www.stdominichs.org

St. Jude Give Thanks Walk & 5K Run Sat, Nov 22: Ballpark Village, Downtown St. Louis 9:30 am:$30-$10 stjude.org or fleetfeetstlouis.com

Santa at the Old Town Log Cabin Sat, Dec 6,1 pm-3 pm Old Town St. Peters Free www.stpetersmo.net

SANTA SIGHTINGS He’s eating and singing and posing for pictures with all good boys and girls all over St. Charles County.

Here are a few sightings. Yes, Santa will be at ALL of these events!

Holiday Night Lights Walk Through Event Mon, Dec 8, 6 pm-8 pm Rotary Park, Wentzville $3 advance, $5 day: Under 6 yrs, free 636-332-9236 wentzvillemo.org

Santa at St. Peters Tree Lighting Fri, Nov 21, 6:30 pm St. Peters City Hall Cost: Free 636-477-6600 or www.stpetersmo.net Supper with Santa Sat, Dec 6 & Sun, Dec 7, 4:30 pm & 7 pm Butterfly House $15-$20: 12 months and younger, free 636-530-0076 or www.mobot.org Santa’s Workshop Holiday Open House Sat, Dec 6, 10 am-2 pm Vatterott College St. Charles Free www.vatterott.edu Christmas in Cottleville Sat, Dec 6 & Sun, Dec 7, All day Old Town Cottleville Free to visit www.cityofcottleville.com

Holiday Stroll Dec 9, 6 pm-9 pm Fort Zumwalt Park $2 for ages 3 and over 636-379-5614 or www.ofallon.mo.us Visit with Santa Sat, Dec 6, Breakfast, 9 am-10 am: Lunch, 11 am-Noon Progress Park, Wentzville $12-$10: Guardians, $5 636-332-9236 www.wentzvillemo.org

Saturday with Santa: Christmas Carols in the Garden Sat, Dec 13,1 pm-4 pm Missouri Botanical Garden Garden Admission 314-577-5100 www.missouribotanicalgarden.org

Candy Cane Hunt Sat, Dec 6, 9 am-10:30 am Renaud Spirit Center $10-$8: Register 636-474-2732 or www.ofallon.mo.us

Breakfast with Santa Sat, Dec 13, 9 am Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park 8 per person, pre-registration only 636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com 21

Santa’s North Pole Dash Sat, Dec 13:9 am:Historic St. Charles:$35-$15: 636-946-0633: www.santasnorthpoledash.com Ugly Sweater Run Sat, Dec 20:11 am:Forest Park:$40$25:www.theuglysweaterrun.com FOR MORE RACES: www.runningintheusa.com www.fleetfeetstlouis.com

Breakfast with Santa Sat, Dec 13, 8:30 am-10:30 am St. Peters Rec-Plex South $11 child, $5.50 adult: Must Register 636-939-2386 or www.stpetersmo.net Breakfast with Santa Sat, Dec 13, 9 am-10:30 am Civic Annex, O’Fallon $12-$10: Must register 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us Pizza with Santa Sat, Dec 13, 11 am-12:30 pm Location: Civic Annex, O’Fallon $12-$10: Must Register 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us Breakfast with Santa Sat, Dec 13, 8:30 am-10:30 am Rec-Plex South $11 child, $5.50 adult 636-939-2386 x 1400 or www.stpetersmo.net Christmas Traditions Closing Ceremony and Santa Send Off Wed, Dec 24, 1:30 pm St. Charles Berthold Square Free www.historicstcharles.com

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oliday time brings out the kid in all of us. We remember those incredible Christmas mornings when we opened our presents and hopehope-hoped the toys we wanted most would be inside.

Play-Doh Kids have squished their way through 2 billion cans of Play-Doh since 1954. No need to stick with snakes or balls; there are dozens of accessory sets from barber shops to design-a-dress boutiques.

TOP SEVEN TOYS OF ALL TIME

TOP SEVEN TOYS OF 2014-15

(According to “Disney Family” editors)

Mr Potato Head Kids are fascinated with faces from birth, and Mr. Potato Head helps them learn hand-eye coordination while they make their potato look as funny as their imagination desires. I am so old that I remember when you had to use a real potato. It’s less messy now, and there are several variations on the traditional Mister.

Santa’s Shopping List

(According to major retailers and www.businesswire.com)

All Time Favorite

TOYS

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The boys are back in a big way this year: some predict the Turtle toys will be hard to find after November.

Building Blocks The first wooden play blocks were invented by Fredrich Froebel—the man who also invented Kindergarten. So he knew a thing or two about children. Babies bang them….toddlers stack them and knock them down (over and over!).

Older kids imagine and design fantastical worlds and creations.

Kinectic Sand and Art Kit It’s been called “The Maker Movement”: parents are encouraging more handson classic play with craft kits like Crayola Paint Maker, DohVinci and Lego Fusion Town Master.

Leap Band and Kidizoon Smart Watch Mimicking Mom and Dad is all the rage this year, with these fitness bands and kids’ smart watches.

Etch a Sketch Ohio Art has sold more than 160 million of them since 1960. Kids love a challenge (remember learning to write your name on that Etch A Sketch?) and nothing is more satisfying than building that set of stairs or a building there. And the satisfaction of turning the screen over and making it all disappear? Wow. Crayons According to Disney, the average kid will break, wear down or lose over 703 crayons by the time he’s 10. Get your toddler his first “big box”—the one with the sharpener—and a couple of coloring books of his own. Although I am a big “stay in the lines” person, there’s room for all kinds of creativity with crayons.

Matchbox Cars It’s all about the crashes. And sound effects. Every child needs a handful of tiny cars and a pile of dirt to play with. You can take Matchbox cars anywhere; Grandma’s

Frozen Everything “Frozen” will fly off shelves and the elves will be busy making “Frozen” figures, furniture, bedding and toys.

house is less boring with cars to run over her patterned area rug. Imagination can take these cars to roads we adults can never travel.

Chatter Telephone Originally called the “Talk-Back” phone, Fisher Price changed its name to the more polite “Chatter Telephone” one year after its invention in 1962. When they tried to change the rotary dial to pushbutton, though,complaints rang out and they changed it back. Not a cell phone…but so much fun for little fingers.

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PreSchool Innovation Technology Even this little kids are going tech: Imaginext DC Super Friends R/C Transforming Batbot (Wow!), Doc McStuffins Get Better Talking Mobile and Go! Go! Smart Animals Zoo Explorers Playset. Hope they aren’t as pricey as their names are long!

Characters and Collectibles Stuffed toys are always a big hit with kids each Christmas; some popular ones this year are: Furreal Friends, My Baby Panda, Shopkins figurines and Puppy Surprise.

Active Toys Must haves this year? Zoomer Dino, Nerf-N-Strike Elite Mega Thunderbow and Hot Wheels Street Hawk Remote Control Flying Car.

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Some of these tips are for next year. Do what you can this year and start planning for next year.

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Shop for holiday gifts all year. If you shop in December, shop in small local stores instead of malls or superstores for unique gifts, easier parking and smaller crowds.

Wrap gifts as you buy them Buy wrapping paper, ribbon and tags on sale after Christmas so you will have it handy.

Trim a smaller tree. Do not decorate every nook and cranny in your house. A few well placed decorations is enough.

Buy your holiday cards early this year, and after Christmas for next year when they are 50% off.

Address, stamp and sign a few cards every evening.

Take time to relax. I love to turn on the tree lights, listen to Christmas carols, and relax with a glass of wine or a cup of cocoa. Aaah.

Stay well. Boost your immune system with vitamins and minerals to help you stay healthy. Stop by O’Fallon Nutrition for information on immune boosters.

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Reduce your sugar intake. Increased consumption of desserts and sweets during the holidays makes you sluggish and tired. When you are tired you get behind schedule, and stress out, and the vicious circle begins.

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Delegate. Make a list of your holiday tasks. Choose those you enjoy to do yourself and delegate the rest (or hire someone to do them). You may be surprised that no one notices what you left out!

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Simplify your entertaining. Go out for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. If you eat in, order some things, such as the salads, vegetables and desserts. Host a pot luck dinner or party instead of doing it all yourself.

Hire someone to clean or decorate.

At the end of each day review what you have accomplished and be satisfied. Don’t feel bad about what you did not get done. Remember “Some days you are the pigeon and some days the statue!” ~ Dilbert

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May (bass) and Craig Fuller (guitar) a short time later. The cover credits on “The Ultimate Prophecy” listed Phil Stokes as the bass player but Kenny May played bass on the album. The art department at Mercury asked our manager who the players were and he gave them the current roster as Kenny May was no longer in the band by the time the album came out so his name was mistakenly left out.

JD Blackfoot at Sheldon Theatre March, 2013

Michael: What is your connection to St. Louis, in your words, with the people, the industry, and our city?

Meet JD Blackfoot A True “KSHE Klassic” Artist Michael: I go back about 34 years with JD Blackfoot, a true St. Louis “Klassic” musician. In 1982, he even played live in our home for a private party that was unbelievably memorable.

Michael: JD, please tell St. Louis how you created your band, one of the St. Louis' most unique rock bands!

JD: I recorded a three song demo in Cleveland Ohio in 1969 and was signed to Mercury Records a month later.

I asked some of the players from the band called “Tree” that I had played with for a few months if they would like to join me in J.D. Blackfoot and Dan Waldron (drums) and Jeff Whitlock (guitar) joined me at that time. We immediately started writing “The Ultimate Prophecy”. We added Kenny

JD: The first concert I performed in St. Louis was on a Tuesday night at the old Ambassador Theater in 1975.

Tom Rush was the guess act and Cecilio & Kapono was the opening act. The first show was a sellout and the second show sold 800 tickets. I was amazed that St. Louis was turning out for sold out shows every night that week. I learned that night that St. Louis was the greatest city for music that I had ever seen, and it still is, now forty years later.

Michael: What is your most memorable experience in St. Louis?

JD: In late 1981 I came to St. Louis and KSHE to have a meeting with your Father (Shelly Grafman), who I respectfully called “Mr. Radio” and Bob Burke, who Shelley had hired as the new promotion manager at the station. It was the first time that I had met Bob. He, Shelley and J.D. Blackfoot gutarist George Mobley and I went out to lunch. I came to talk your dad into having KSHE promote a J.D. Blackfoot concert at the old Keil Opera House where we could capture both “The Song of Crazy Horse” and “The Ultimate Prophecy” in front of a live St. Louis audience.

Shelley loved the idea but Bob Burke, who was not yet familiar with the KSHE, St. Louis, J.D. Blackfoot connection, asked me who our opening act would be?

I said to Bob that with nine musicians and their equipment on stage for a live 24 track recording that there would not be room for an opening act. In a wee bit of a condescending manner, Bob Burke said, “J.D., we just had Cheap Trick, Saxon and Krokus all on the same bill at the Keil and only sold 1750 tickets, and I don’t want to burst your bubble, but you’re not strong enough to sellout the 3900 seats at Kiel by yourself.”

I looked at Shelley and said, “

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JD & Michael Grafman 1981 Kiel Opera House

all I ask you to do is to announce the show an extra month early so we would have time to add an opening act if we needed too. KSHE announced the concert on a Friday night and by Tuesday we had 2200 tickets sold and by showtime we were indeed, sold out with no opening act. Right on St. Louis and KSHE. That audience and that night was the most wonderful excitement that I have ever experienced in my career.

Michael: How instrumental was St. Louis, and Shelley Grafman, in building your career and your band?

JD: KSHE was later than some in finding my music as I had already had two number one hits with “Who’s Nuts Alfred” and “One Time Woman”, and a number one album with “The Ultimate Prophecy” in my hometown of Columbus, OH, as well as in countries like Germany and Holland, an Album of the Year Award in New Zealand where I recorded “The Song of Crazy Horse”, and sales in 22 other countries by the time that KSHE really started playing my music heavily. The difference that made St. Louis my best market was that KSHE, unlike any other station has played both, the 21 minutes of “The Ultimate Prophecy”,

and the 18 minutes of “The Song of Crazy Horse”, at least once a month for almost 40 years now. Shelly Grafman was a courageous radio man and was not afraid to take the chance of playing extremely long cuts off albums. Shelley's lead made it possible for other stations to take the chance as well. Besides I made it possible for the jocks to put on my record, then put on the pot of coffee, call their wives, and visit the restroom, and still have time to finish an article in Billboard Magazine, all before my song was done. You’re welcome fellows!

followed the procession of riders to the Wounded Knee Cemetery in remembrance of the Wounded Knee massacre.

The ride is held on June 25th, the anniversary of “The Battle of the Little Big Horn”. I finally got to visit Fort Robinson, Ne where Crazy Horse was killed in 1877 and that was a very moving experience for me.

I will now be going back to meet with Oglala leaders to see if “The Song of Crazy Horse” and the friends that the song has amassed can be of help in some small way with the many issues that confront Crazy Horse’s people.

Michael: You have a connection with the native American community, how did that come about?

Michael: Tell St. Louis about how you created “The Ultimate Prophecy?”

JD: Contrary to that belief, I have had very little connection with the Native American community until recently. In June of this year I was invited to play at the Oglala Commemoration on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota, where I met many wonderful Oglala friends, and was honored to meet the new President of the Oglala, Tom Poor Bear. It was my first visit to KILI Radio on the reservation and I had a great interview with the station manager and Commemoration leaders.

On our way to the station we

JD: I had written “The Ultimate Prophecy” and “Death’s Finale,” and Dan Waldron and Jeff whitlock had written “Pink Sun,” and we sat around one night talking about the songs and realized that if we put the songs together they made a complete statement. We finished the other two songs and that was that. Seems easy now, but it was months of hard work back then.

Michael: Is there a scheduled stop in St. Louis in 2014?!

JD: I do an annual event I call the “September Moon Campfire Concert” every year where the “Friends” come and camp for the weekend and enjoy the music on Saturday night. This year it will be at the Okaw Valley Kampground in Brownstown, IL starting September 25th, just an hour east of St. Louis. I have never advertised the event, we just send out a letter to the “Friends” in the St. Louis region and they show up with happy faces and a little hooch and have a great time. At the moment there is no St. Louis concert planned for the next several months, but most likely one by May of 2015. By the way Michael, every time I play a St. Louis show, I always tell the audience how much I appreciate your Father, Shelley Grafman, and his KSHE Radio for putting me in the ears of the greatest “Friends” a performer could possibly find anywhere.

And here's to your Mom, Emily, who all KSHE listeners from our era will remember that we affectionately called FMily. My kind regards to your family and to the old timers in St. Louis who still remember how to really rock, the Sweet Meat way! Hello St. Louis, I’m J.D. Blackfoot, and I love you too!

Michael: Thank you JD for taking the time to be our guest in our exclusive promotion, Rock n Roll Connection’s to St. Louis! You were and always will be a true “St. Louis” klassic!

To email JD Blackfoot, email: JD@JDBlackfoot.com.

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In St. Charles County, reliance on retail sales tax as a percentage of annual community budgets ranges from a low of 21 percent in St. Charles City to a high of 57 percent for St. Charles County Government.

Here is the impact for other local communities from low to high:Weldon Spring (23.3 percent), Cottleville (29 percent), St. Peters (33 percent), Wentzville (39 percent), O’Fallon (40 percent), Lake Saint Louis (42.3 percent), and Dardenne Prairie (47 percent).

“Every time someone shops at a business in the community or eats at a local restaurant, they are helping create local jobs and sharing the cost of the public services that have made St. Charles County a nationally recognized place to grow live, work, and play,” said Greg Prestemon, president and CEO of the Economic Development Center of St. Charles County. “Shopping locally helps support jobs, roads, parks, police and much more.”

He said there are nearly 9 million-squarefeet of retail development in St. Charles County and new businesses are opening all the time. “We have everything from international franchises to unique local shops

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stretching from the Streets of St. Charles out to the Dick’s Sporting Goods opening soon in Wentzville. Shopping and dining options have never been more abundant in St. Charles County,” Prestemon said.

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