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PUBLISHER’S CORNER There’s A hole In My BuckeT lIsT DeAr lIzA, DeAr lIzA

veryone seems to have a bucket list these days. Especially those of us over 60. I suppose as we approach our retirement years, we tend to think of our bucket list a bit more than we would at 25. But if a bucket list is truly a catalog of things you want to do before you die, then I guess anyone at any age can have one, because you never know... Two years ago the biggest thing on my bucket list came to pass. I was blessed with my grandson Jackson. Then just a few months later, I caught a foul ball off the bat of Jon Jay at a Cardinal Baseball game. Things were really looking up. I was marching down my bucket list throwing confetti into the air. Then I went in for a routine physical last year and found out I had prostate cancer. Ironically,we always had a saying in our family. No matter how bad things got we could always say to each other, “Well, at least you don’t have cancer.” Funny thing about testing fate, sometimes you get what you didn’t ask for. After a nuclear medical procedure, I have added another item to my bucket list, to be cancer free. That will be determined in November when I go to have my PSA checked again. Hey, guys, if you have not had your prostate checked, do it now. Prostate cancer caught early like mine, has an incredibly high cure rate. Ask your doctor about

it, especially if you are over 50 years of age or even younger if you have a family history of prostate cancer. Take control of your health. Get checked right away! Back to the bucket list. So with a grandson and a foul ball off my bucket list, I felt like I had gotten my share of good “bucket luck” for a while. And then the most amazing thing happened. No I didn’t come in contact with alien life or have dinner with Catherine Zeta-Jones. I was playing golf in the Webster Groves/Shrewsbury Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament at Westborough Country Club Sept. 14 and shot a hole-in-one. It was witnessed by two of my closest friends and one treasured acquaintance. (To quote Sheldon Cooper). You may at first think, so what, big deal. Especially if you don’t play golf. But put my happiness into perspective. I am 64 years old and have been playing golf for 40 years. Modern math tells me that I have played more than 2,000 rounds of golf in my life and in that time I have stood on the tee of at least 8,000 par 3 holes and thought for just a moment, “Will I ever get a hole-in-one?” My uncle Jim had one, my grandfather J.G. had one and my father-in-law Kay had one. My brother is still trying and my dad was a bowler. And now I have joined the hole-in-one club. The internet tells me the odds are 12,500 to one. And there is a lot of luck in getting one, I know. But this particular 6-iron shot from 151 yards into a stiff breeze, with the pin positioned just over a sand trap, was solid, straight and true. One bounce and in the hole. I always wondered how I would react if this moment happened. And while the others in my group jumped for joy and yelled, “It’s in, it went it.” I just stood in amazement. Dumfounded. A hole-in-one. Not as good as a grandson or being cancer free, but not too damn bad for an old fart like me. Fore! i mean “One” ! J.B. Lester; Publisher

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What To Do With That Halloween Pumpkin? by J.B. Lester

here is nothing more iconic than a JackO-Lantern on Halloween. The carving event with the little ones watching and waiting in anticipation as the lid slowly comes off the pumpkin and “SCREAM”, the witch comes flying out. Or at least that was the tradition at our house growing up and so it was for my kids, too. A frightful beginning to a traditionally scary, yet fun-loving All Hallows Eve. History tell us that pumpkins were not the first items carved for Halloween. A few hundred years ago in Ireland and Scotland, they hollowed-out turnips and put hot embers or candles inside on All Hallows Eve (Halloween). These lighted pumpkins with scary carved faces (Jack-O-Lanterns) were used both to ward off bad spirits and to help torch the way of those roaming about on Halloween night. Irish immigrants to the U.S. brought this tradition with them and instead of turnips, they hollowed out pumpkins which were much more plentiful in the New World. The wearing of costumes seems to have come from American farmers and their children celebrating the harvest sometime after the American Revolution. This fall holiday called Autumn Play Party eventually merged with the more religious holiday of All Hallows Eve, All Saints Day and All Souls Day and became a more community-oriented and less religious holiday known as Halloween. Trick or treating is based on the idea that if you offer someone a treat, they will not play a trick on you. We are not sure how that morphed into kids telling knock-knock jokes for candy bars. But I suppose the candy companies had something to do with it, so the trick is on all of us. Literally hundreds of thousands of pumpkins

(left) The Pumpkin Witch...Carving stencils can be found at www.celebrating-halloween.com. (above right) Everyone’s favorite Pumpkin Pie. (below right) Roasted pumpkin seeds. are harvested and sold each year around Halloween. Landfills become inundated with spent Jack-O-Lanterns and rotted pumpkins. What else can we do with our old pumpkins? Here are a few ideas according to pumpkinpatchesandmore.org. If you have already carved your pumpkins you can: 1) Put in in the compost heap – it will make good fertilizer. 2) Bury it in the garden – it will decay quickly and enrich the soil. Remember to take the candle or light out before burying. I have had pumpkin plants return from buried seeds if the winter is not too harsh. 3) Wash, dry and save the seeds to plant next year (they will grow!) 4) Wash and roast the seeds – they make good snacks.

Here are some things not to do with your pumpkin after it’s carved. 1) Use it as a door stop. 2) Keep it indoors: it will rot and stain the floor. 3) Put it in the attic for next Halloween. 4) Attempt to eat it or cook with it. Here are some things you can do with your pumpkin if you did not carve it into a Jack-O-Lantern. Pumpkins are rich in vitamin A, C and potassium. So cooking your pumpkin after Halloween is a great idea (so long as you have not already carved it.) Everyone’s favorite pumpkin pie can be made from scratch from the fleshy part of the pumpkin after Halloween so long as your pumpkin has not turned rotten. For a great recipe and all the directions you will need to get started please visit http://www.pickyourown.org/pumpkinpie.php.

You can also roast the pumpkin seeds which our family has done to the delight of everyone. 1) Cut open the pumpkin by cutting a circle around the stem end with a sharp knife (knife blade angled in), and pulling off the top. Use a strong metal spoon to scrape the insides of the pumpkin and scoop out the seeds and strings. Place the glob of pumpkin seeds in a colander and rinse with water to separate the seeds from the other innards. 2) Measure the pumpkin seeds in a measuring cup. Place the seeds in a medium saucepan. Add 2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of salt to the pan for every half cup of pumpkin seeds. Salt to taste. Bring the salted water and pumpkin seeds to a boil. Let simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and drain. 3) Preheat the oven to 400°F. Coat the bottom of a roasting pan or baking sheet with olive oil, about a teaspoon or so. Spread the seeds out over the roasting pan in a single layer, and toss them a bit to coat them with the oil on the pan. Bake on the top rack until the seeds begin to brown, 5-20 minutes, depending on the size of the seeds. Small pumpkin seeds may toast in about 5 minutes or so, large pumpkin seeds may take up to 20 minutes. Keep an eye on the pumpkin seeds so they don't get over toasted. We did that once and the smoke alarm went off. When lightly browned, remove the pan from the oven and let cool on a rack. Let the pumpkin seeds cool down before eating. Either crack to remove the inner seed or eat whole. Our family likes them whole. For more info, visit www.SimplyRecipes.com or http://www.pickyourown.org/pumpkinpie.php. Enjoy your pumpkins and have a happy, healthy and safe Halloween.

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Guide To Resale shops in The sT. louis aRea

A New WayThrift Store 702 Lemay Ferry Rd. 63125 (314) 544-0464 Arnold’s Walk-In Closet 1726 Missouri State Rd, Arnold, MO 63010 636-296-2566 Back on the Rack 2535 S.Brentwood Blvd. 63144, 314-963-7575, 314-961-2525 Bethesda Thrift Shop 14755 Manchester Rd, Ballwin, 63011, 636-256-6630 Big Bend Antique Gallery 2337 S. Big Bend Blvd, 63117, 314-645-3130 ByRd deSIGNeR CoNSIGNmeNT BouTIque St. Louis' premiere designer clothing consignment store centrally located in the heart of St. Louis County. We offer coveted designer brands including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Diane von Furstenberg, Jimmy Choo, Tory Burch and more. Recognized as: Best Place to Get a Deal on Dior Alive Magazine "We Heart STL Best of The City Awards" 2015 Best Designer Resale - Alive Magazine Hot List 2014 Lucky's Favorite Stores (Midwest) Lucky Magazine Special Ed. Fall 2013 "Shop Worth a Stop" - Ladue News, 4/4/2014 Open seven days a week in the Colonial Marketplace of Ladue 8825 Ladue Road St. Louis, MO 63124 214-721-0766 www.ByrdStyle.com Carousel Kids 4277 Reavis Barracks Rd, St Louis, MO 63125 (314) 631-2700 Cool Stuff. Period. 6403 Clayton Rd, 63117, 314-853-4181 dITTo Ditto is a resale store for the entire family, offering clothing and home goods from the upscale to the everyday. You’ll find new and gently used merchan-

dise, a range of affordable price points, and a caring and helpful staff. Whether you’re watching your pennies, have a wad to spend, or simply enjoy the hunt - there is something for you at Ditto. Ditto is a nonprofit established by seven area Christian schools. Profits help assist families and provide an alternative revenue source for the schools. www.dittostl.com. 10027 Manchester Rd. 63122, 314-394-2026

dos Resale Boutique 14 S. Central, 63105, 314-862-4022 el Potro 7150 Manchester Ave, 63143, 314-647-0967 encore Consignment Gallery 287 Lamp and Lantern Village, 63017, 636-220-9092 Family Thrift Center 2500 Lemay Ferry Rd. 63125 (314) 416-4611 Fantastic Finds 12778 Olive 63141 314-579-9500 Feed my PeoPle ThRIFTy hANGeR In addition to being a great source for the poor and hungry in our community, Feed My People operates two low cost thrift stores, The Thrifty Hanger. Clothing for the family, shoes, household items, small appliances, and electronics, year round Christmas items, and a Yesterday's Treasures Department, where collectables and highly sought after items can be found. All the proceeds from the Thrifty Hanger go to support the client programs of Feed My People, one of the areas largest and longest serving Food Pantries and Help Centers in the St. Louis, with more than 20 programs and $4 million in food assistance given out annually. Lemay 171 Kingston Dr. St. Louis, MO 63125 314-631-4900 High Ridge 3295 Ottomeyer Rd. High Ridge, MO 63049 636-677-9885 www.feed-my-people.org

hanger to hanger 3525 Watson Rd. 63139 (314) 646-7090 home decor 756 Lemay Ferry 63125 314-932-5151 Kangaroo Kids 10030 Manchester Rd. 63122, 314-835-9200, www.kangarookidsonline.com

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A Unique Mix of Vintage, Mid Century, Antique and Home Decor Items

When shopping at The Green Shag Market, you will find an every evolving selection of merchandise to choose from. This 7,000 sq. ft. warehouse offers a unique shopping experience. You will certainly find something to Re-purpose, Re-use or Re-claim at The Green Shag Market!

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GeT The WoRd ouT Get the WORD Out...Consignment, Thrift & Global Goods is a not-for-profit resale shop that also sells items from other countries and cultures. Tax-free shopping creates an income stream to pay for children in Kenya to attend school. Get the WORD Out, Inc. is a ministry, specifically a 501[c](3) corporation, that supports an orphanage, shop, & other micro-finance opportunities in western Kenya. Supported by donations and consigners, there is a wide variety of everything for your home including furniture, décor, art and interesting salvage! Open Mon. through Sat., 10-6 and Sunday 1-5. 10050 Manchester, Glendale, MO 63122. Visit us online @ gtwomissions.org or call 314.368.8184.

meRS GoodWIll Goodwill, known as the “original recycler”, is a non-profit agency providing for the vocational needs of those individuals experiencing barriers to employment through disability or economic disadvantage. In 2014 Goodwill provided services to over 60,000 individuals. When you shop or donate to Goodwill you are helping to provide these services and keep St. Louis green. Your donations of clothing, housewares, electronics, etc. are sold in our stores. Whatever Goodwill can’t sell stays out of our landfills by recycling. Remember, when you shop or donate you change lives! 3728 Market St, St Louis, MO (314) 531-0671 1727 Locust St, St Louis, MO (314) 241-3464 (Career Center) 9116 Manchester Rd, Brentwood, MO 63144 (314) 918-7804 4271 Bayless Ave, St Louis, MO (314) 544-0014 10125 Watson Rd, St Louis, MO (314) 965-0090 10570 Baptist Church Rd, Sappington, MO (314) 842-9114 472 N Lindbergh Blvd, Florissant, MO (314) 839-8590 10764 West Florissant Ave. 63136

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October, 2015 314-522-2028 11 Forum Shopping Center, Chesterfield, MO (314) 576-1800 Forest Park Goodwill Store and Sheltered Workshop 4140 Forest Park Ave, St Louis, MO (314) 371-1296 7575 Olive Street 63130 314-727-9280 MiriaM Switching PoSt Miriam Switching Post is a unique shopping experience. We are a foundation-run resale shop that specializes in nicer household goods and furniture. The store is truly never the same two days in a row. All of our merchandise is donated by generous folks who receive a tax credit for their donations. All of our profits go directly to scholarships for students who attend Miriam School – the learning disability experts. Because we are non-profit, we do not charge sales tax on any of our merchandise, and we have pick up and delivery service as well. Sign up for our newsletter online at www.miriamswitchingpost.org. 2171 S. Big Bend Blvd. 63117, 314-646-7737 My antique Store My Antique Store is a great place to visit in a charming historical area along the Mississippi River. Owner Owned and Operated with 6000sq. ft., we specialize in European & American Glass, China & Flatware. This shop is THE place for the glass collector. We also offer costume jewelry, pottery, curio cabinets & more. Just minutes from Josephine's in Godfrey, Illinois. Reasonable prices and beautiful items! Our inventory is constantly changing as we add new items daily! 1007 W Delmar Ave., Godfrey, IL 62035 618-466-1616. M-F 10:00-5:00 Weekends by Chance or Appt. www.myantiquestore.com. My Friend's wardrobe 8033 Watson Rd., Webster Groves, 63119 (314) 961-8228 oMa’S Barn hoMe & garden Oma’s Barn Home & Garden is located in a 100 year old red barn on Highway 79 in St Peters, MO. The biggest thing going for the shop is the “rescued, renovated and re-invented furniture.” From dressers and bed frames to desks and bookcases, shoppers can choose from an eclectic display that changes constantly. Pinterest-lovers can also find that missing project piece at Oma’s as the shop carries old barn and wooden doors, shutters and window frames of all sizes. Whether you are a looking for a fresh start in a new place to an empty-nester looking for a change, stop by Oma’s to find anythingand everything-to make a house a home. Check out our pictures on Facebook: Oma’s Barn HG Barn Hours:Tues. – Sat. 10am-5pm Oma’s Barn Home & Garden, 1057 Highway 79, Saint Peters, MO 63376, 636-278-4445 once upon a child 1247 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, 63122 (314) 966-1844 15425 Manchester Rd., Ballwin, MO 636-230-2922, 11445 Olive, Creve Coeur, 314-993-5437 5626 Telegraph Rd, St Louis, MO (314) 293-1851

The Healthy Planet magazine • TheHealthyPlanet.com 250 Mid Rivers Ctr, St Peters, MO (636) 970-6270 10850 Lincoln Tr. #6, Fairview Heights, IL Panache PLuS conSignMent REAL WOMEN, REAL CURVES, REAL STYLE. Women's Consignment Boutique specializing in sizes 10-36. Clothing Shoes Purses Jewelry Accessories Gifts & more. Coach, Dooney Bourke, Micheal Kors, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Talbots, Coldwater Creek, Torrid, Chicos J Jill, Ambercrombie, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Johnny Was, plus size stores & more. From casual everyday wear- to fun, fancy or jazzy; we have stylish unique items for all ages & styles! Consignment intakes are by appointment and season (take ins 8 months/year); shop anytime during biz hours Mon Tues Wed Sat 10-6, Thurs Fri 10-7. Visit panacheplusresale.com. 3504 Hampton St Louis MO 63139 314-352-3838 More resale Listings on page 6

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Rescued, Renovated & Re-invented Home Decor Tues-Sat 10-5 1057 Hwy 79, St. Peters MO 636-278-4445 www.facebook.com/OmasBarnHG

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Guide To Resale shops

October, 2015

Now at Corner of Manchester & Weidman Roads

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Pennies in your Pocket 6929 S. Lindbergh Blvd. 63125 (314) 487-1700 Phoenix Project Rsale 5421 Hampton Ave 63109 (314) 296-3939 Plato’s Closet Florissant 8206 N Lindbergh Blvd, Florissant, MO 314-837-3600 236 Mid Rivers Center, St Peters, MO (636) 397-8336 Chesterfield, 636-530-7644 10900 Lincoln Trail, Fairview Heights, IL (618) 397-9986 Play It Again Sports 234 Mid Rivers Center St. Peters, Mo. 63376 Pokey Wizwell’s Vintage Resale Emporium 4315 Telegraph Rd, 63129, 314-487-3700 Reclaimed 5522 Virginia Ave, 63111 314-824-8669 Red Posie Vintage 431 McDonough St,. St. Charles 63301 314-504-6385 Red Racks Thrift Store 11015 Olive Blvd, St Louis, MO (314) 567-7059 8445 Gravois Rd, St Louis, MO (314) 353-1336 15425 Manchester Road 63011 (636) 779-5688 ReFab.org 4153 Bingham Ave, 63116 314-357-1392 ReFabulous 3314 Meremac 63118, (314) 353-1144 ReFresh 1710 S. Brentwood Blvd. 63144, 314-881-0331

St. Louis and Nurses for Newborns. 9741 Manchester Rd., St. Louis, MO 63119 (across from the Hacienda Restaurant) 314-918-0575, shoprung.org SECond SITTIng ConSIgnmEnTS Celebrating 21 successful years in business, designer owned and operated Second Sitting Consignments’ new, larger location at 14081 Manchester at Weidman sells new and like-new preowned furniture home accessories, and jewelry at “re-sale” prices everyday. Shopping is like a treasure hunt because the selection changes daily. We can sell your items too! It’s very easy. Just call to make an appointment. Our convenient location is just east of Hwy 141. Convenient store hours too! Open Monday –Friday 10AM. till 6PM, Saturday till 5PM and Sunday store hours Noon – 5PM. 636-527-4747 or www.secondsitting.com. 14081 Manchester Rd., 63011 Scholarshop 8215 Clayton Rd. 63117, 7930 Big Bend 63119, 314-725-3456 Sharon's Resale 10028 Gravois 63123 (314) 631-1057 Style Your Space 11437 Gravios Rd. 63126 (314)842-7300 St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores… 5 locations , 314-881-6037 The Clubhouse Shop 314-533-4245 ThE gREEn gooSE The Green Goose Resale & Consignment is a locally owned small business committed to environmen-

tal and social responsibility. We believe in using the Earth’s natural resources wisely while helping you create comfortable living and working spaces. We carry traditional, contemporary, vintage & antique furniture, wall art, and decorative accents. Plus costume jewelry, fashion accessories, unique gifts and MORE! Got stuff? Let us sell it for you. Join us for Ladies Night on First Wednesdays of the month, 4pm – 8pm and Maison Blanche Vintage Furniture Paint workshops offered on the last Sunday evening of the month, 6pm-9pm. Visit GreenGooseResale.com for details. 5611 Hampton Avenue 63109, (314) 352-5000 ThE gREEn ShAg mARkET The Green Shag Market offers a unique shopping experience. "The Shag" as it is frequently referred to, has 60 vendors that offer a great mix of "Kitsch and Classic." From Mid Century Modern to Re-purposed items, you will most likely find that one thing that sparks fond memories of days gone by. Be sure to search the aisles for something to Re-use, Re-purpose or Re-claim. This 7,000 square foot shop seems large but it is quaint and full of fun. Dance in the aisles and shop till you drop at "The Green Shag Market." We look forward to greeting you. P.S. Don't forget to LOOK UP!! 5733 Manchester Rd., 63110, 314-646-8687. www.thegreenshagmarket.com The heirloom Room 2216 Cherokee, 63118, 314-772-8000 The Iron nest 8516 Manchester Rd. 63144 314-942-9632 The Llama Farm 240A Howdershell Road Florissant, Mo. 63031

Rung BouTIquE We invite you to visit our redesigned retail store in the same location. Our high-end resale boutique and refreshing new space simplifies shopping for women and children, showcases our valued donations in the best way possible, and enables us to give back even more to our community. Our mission is to support and empower women and children in the St. Louis area by providing fashionable attire at affordable prices, as well as professional and personal growth opportunities. A significant portion of our net profits goes to the Womens Foundation of Greater

TWICE BLESSEd RESALE ShoP Twice Blessed is a boutique resale shop that was created to benefit Our Lady’s Inn, a maternity home in south St. Louis. We sell women’s and children’s clothing, accessories, shoes, jewelry, home décor and furniture. Visit us to find brands like Talbots, Chico’s, Gap, Carters and more. The store also carries new Polish Pottery and handmade jewelry made by the clients residing at Our Lady’s Inn. We appreciate donations of your excellent items of in-season women’s and children’s clothing, accessories, home décor and furniture during store hours.Come shop at the destination resale shop in South St. Louis’ Dutchtown neighborhood! 3312 Meramec, St. Louis, MO 63118 Open Tues-Sat, 10-5. 314-481-3332 Twice is nice Resale 10424 Manchester Rd, 63122, 314-394-1223 upscale Resale Boutique 10042 Manchester Road, 63122, 314-821-8161

RESToRE Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis ReStore has two convenient locations open to the public featuring new and gently used home improvement products and building materials. The ReStore is dedicated to reusing and re-purposing donated goods and diverting items from landfills in order to lessen our impact on the environment. In the past two decades, the Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis ReStore has diverted more than 33,000 tons of materials from landfills! 100% of the ReStores’ profits provide financial support to Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis. You buy a bargain, we build a house! 3763 Forest Park, 63108 314-531-4155 2117 Sam’s Drive 63131, 314-678-4596 Retro 101/ Cherry Bomb Vintage 2303 Cherokee 63118, 314-762-9722 Retro Rescue & Resale 21 Vance Rd. Valley Park, MO 63088 (636) 517-1399 Revive Thrift Shop 2202 Vandeventer Ave 63110, 314-776-7520 Savers 9618 Watson Rd. 63126 (855) 612-1262 15892 Clayton Crossing Dr, Ellisville, MO (636) 527-0994

The Purple Cow/ The Vault 2325 S. Brentwood Blvd. 63144, 314-736-1038 The Refind Room 2525 S. Brentwood Blvd. 63144, 314-962-7666 The Resale Shop nCJW 295 N Lindbergh, St Louis, MO 63141 314-692-8141 The Village green 10212 Watson Rd. 63127 (314) 821-5500 The Vintage haberdashery 3181 Morganford 63116 (314) 772-1927 Treasure Aisles Antique mall 2317 Big Bend Blvd, 63117, 314-647-6875 Treasuristic Thrift Shoppe 2054 Campus Dr., St. Charles, MO 636-851-7056

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VALLEY PARk RESALE & FLEA mARkET 2 indoor flea markets 500 feet apart. Open 7 days a week year-round. 150+ Vendors. The Everchanging Stores. Thousands of items. Decor, Antique & Vintage, Sports Memorabilia, Kitchen Tools, Collectibles, Small Furniture, Baby/Toddler Clothes, Tools & Hardware, Collectibles, Avon & Pampered Chef, Jewelry, Lawn & Garden, Books, LPs, DVDs, CDs, Toys/Games, Birdhouses. M-Thur 10-6, Fri 10-8 Sat 10-6, Sun NOON to 5 636-923-8696, 636-529-1415 20 & 218 Meramec Station Road Valley Park, MO 63088 Highway 141 at Marshall Road 3/4 mile North of Highway 44 Value Village 88 Western Plaza, Fenton, MO 63026 24 O’Fallon Square, O’Fallon, MO 63366 7400 Natural Bridge, 63121 314-961-6935 Warson Woods Antique mall 10091 Manchester Rd. 63122, 314-909-0123 Women’s Closet Exchange 11575 Gravois Rd, 63126 (314) 842-8405 Zaftig 3320 Meremac 63118 (314) 832-2454

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BreAsT CANCer AWAreNess: How Do You Prevent Breast Cancer? by Linda Weber Spradling

he subject of risk and screening for breast cancer is very complex and controversial even among medical professionals. More women are getting breast cancer and they are getting it at younger and younger ages. Most breast cancers occur in women with no known risk factors. How can you find peace of mind? Hormone balance, diet, nutrition and exercise! The state of your general health and how well your immune system is functioning are your strongest defenses against any disease. To quote Dr. Thomas Hudson, MD., author of "Journey to Hope", "Prevention knows no boundaries." Western medicine is very good at fighting disease but we are on our own to bridge the wide gap between western medicine and preventive health or alternative therapies. Screening for early detection saves lives. Mammography is not effective for all women. Adding thermography as a complimentary tool to mammography offers a 98% success rate for early detection. The two tests are very different and give different information, so the combination offers the most information available. Mammograms "see" structure, like tumors. Thermograms "see" function, like vascular activity, inflammation and lymphatic activity. Thermography can detect a problem early enough to reverse the disease without surgery or radiation. It offers breast "health" information. More information about causes and prevention can be found in Dr. Christine Horner's book, "Waking the Warrior Goddess".

Medical Thermography of Metro St. Louis has offered thermal imaging in the metro area for over 7 years now. Traditional insurance companies do not reimburse for this test, however it is affordable for most. Upper body imaging offers additional information and an opportunity to maintain a more optimum state of health by finding disease earlier than traditional tests while it is easier to treat and reverse. Call and schedule and appointment today! 314.566.350 or 618-806-5220 Medical Thermography of Metro St. Louis www.medicalthermography-stl.com

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grounded I went away for a couple of days For work To a conference Not far, just across the state I used to travel-work a lot Teaching, to meetings Just pick up and zip off Networking, learning, collaborating Feeling like My Best Self, out there everywhere. But the last few years I’ve reeled that in Keeping my efforts closer to home Zipping just around town This trip, this fall, was a rare occasion Had to plan: What to wear – weather there? Conference presentation flash-drived Carpooling, lodging arrangements Schedules to interview the keynote speakers Plus plans to keep my home-front running: Laundry done Good meals for the family Grass cut, bills paid House reasonably tidy Riding west, a Monday dawn Across the state in a colleague’s car Conversation mixed with radio listening Miles fly Soon: destination. This was a typical conference setting Hotel with ballroom, meeting facilities, Outskirts of a major city I stepped into a familiar experience Old friends from statewide projects Presenting, networking Sharing my knowledge, learning new stuff Given a room just for me Bed, bath, storage spaces Big-screen television Remote control I never have to surrender Amenities for my convenience Routine responsibility freedom Dressed nicely “Here’s my card” Meeting, greeting Treated to dinner Receiving public appreciation

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Can’t fall asleep? Watch a movie Wake-up call with coffee waiting Highway view that doesn’t open Barely variable climate No need to maintain this environment I’m feeling a little disconnected Crossing from hotel to meetings Short distance, fewer minutes Brief moments out-of-doors, Not in buildings Checking off my list of interactions Needed and unexepcted Engaged with the business I’m here to engender While little by little feeling less Than who I feel like, normally, really Carpooling homeward in air conditioning For my driver colleague’s comfort In another round of conversation Across the state, last leg of travel Brain-power running on empty At the rendezvous point, awaiting my husband I step out onto strip mall pavement Standing in the afternoon light, In the heat and the breezy air of late summer, I start to feel myself returning That night at home I feel how my own place Compares to a private room of convenience This spot on Earth where I am grounded Has no comparison It’s not a giant revelation Not a thunderclap of awareness I simply feel my home ground Dimming into autumn twilight With loved ones near And the real air breathing Surrounded by the song of crickets City highway murmur in the distance I reflect on the energies I invested In travel, in talking, in distant connections Satisfying? Yes, but temporarily I am my real self, best self here Every day, any day Where I am grounded.

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Evening walk, electrically powered Up and down “hills” in a room with no windows Treadmill TV to entertain me

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Dr. Deepak Chopra, best selling author and leader in the holistic health field, has revived Primordial Sound Meditation. This ancient form of meditation uses mantras, or Primordial Sounds, which are selected for each individual. This simple mantra technique, which is practiced twice daily, allows our awareness to go beyond the activity of our mind to the stillness of our spirit. This process allows our bodies to gain the deep rest necessary to release stress and fatigue. The result can be improved health, more satisfying relationships, increased creativity, and renewed enthusiasm for life. Primordial Sound Meditation can be learned by people of any age, culture, and educational background. It is recommended for anyone who wishes to enjoy greater peace, freedom and fulfillment. About the Instructor, Shirley Stoll, B.S., M.A. - Shirley has been involved with meditation since 1995 and is certified by Dr. Deepak Chopra as a Primordial Sound Meditation Instructor and affiliated with the Chopra Center in Carlsbad, California. As a former teacher, she combines her love for teaching with her commitment to meditation.

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first ever “Go Local” indie Business showcase oct. 11 by Terry Winkelmann

he first ever Go Local Indie Business Showcase will be held Sunday, October 11th, from noon to 4 p.m., at The Corner Gates, 1821 Cherokee St., across from the St Louis Swap Meet. The Showcase will demonstrate what independently owned and operated businesses in St. Louis have to offer—who has what, who is local that maybe you didn’t know was local, what a new-toyou business has to offer, where you can find what you need AND support your own! On October 11th, we’ll showcase the variety and richness of businesses owned and operated by our neighbors, residents of our own community.

Independent businesses may not have the marketing budgets of multinationals, or the reach of Amazon, Walmart or Office Max, but they often have access to the same goods, as well as items you won’t find on the big box shelves, and usually better service, too! Enjoy live music, food & drink available for purchase, and a visit to the popular St. Louis Swap Meet, held across the street in the Lemp parking lot, which runs from 8:30 to 3:00 p.m. on Sundays. Local is hot! More and more Americans are realizing the benefits of shopping locally:

Each dollar spent at an independent business returns 3 times more money to the local economy than one spent at a chain (hundreds of times more than buying from an online megaretailer) — a benefit we all can bank on. Independent businesses help give St. Louis its distinct personality and encouraging a wide variety of independent businesses, each serving their customers’ tastes, creates greater overall choice for all of us. More efficient land use and more central locations mean local businesses put less demand on our roads, sewers, and safety services. They also

generate more tax revenue per sales dollar. The bottom line: having a greater percentage of local independent businesses keeps your taxes lower. Go Local St. Louis is an American Independent Business Alliance member dedicated to making connections and growing a stronger community. Want to Go Local? This is where you start! The 2015 Go Local Indie Showcase will shine a light on the Who, What and Where’s of Going Local on Sunday, October 11th, 2015 from Noon to 4:00 p.m. at The Corner Gates (www.thecornergates.com) Questions? Email Ashley@feedyourvitality.com or Terry@sustainablebackyardtour.com You can find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoLocalSTL/events.

AnnuAl Best of Missouri MArket Missouri Botanical Garden Celebrates 24th Anniversary of Sustainable, Local Shopping Event Oct. 2, 3 & 4

he Missouri Botanical Garden announces the 24th annual Best of Missouri Market & More. The Best of Missouri Market & More will take place at the Missouri Botanical Garden on Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guests can also enjoy “First Look Friday,” an early chance to shop the Market on Friday, October 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Best of Missouri Market & More is part of the American Arts Experience. Sponsorship provided by Edward Jones, 103.3 KLOU, Wehrenberg Theatres, Commerce Bank, Schnuck Markets, Inc., Drury Hotels, Waterway Gas &

Wash, The Home Depot and Ronnoco Coffee, LLC. This year, the Market continues to expand and will feature nearly 20 new food vendors and crafters hailing from several locations, including Portland, Mississippi, Florida, Michigan and other Midwestern states. The Best of Missouri Market & More will host more than 120 outstanding food producers and artisans, and entertainment for the entire family. Visitors will enjoy browsing under large tents to discover unique treasures, including fresh produce, children’s products, cleaning products, plants, herbs, nuts, candies, meats, cheeses, fine wine, seasonings, salsas and baked goods from

the finest farmers and producers. Artisans offer handcrafted items such as furniture, custom jewelry, beauty and bath products, baskets, garden ornaments, decorative ironwork, photography, pottery and more. Entertainment will include live music, a food court and a popular Kids Corner with activities for children. Enjoy Homegrown Tunes at Linnean Plaza: Beth Bombara will perform on Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Ladue Mountain Boys on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Letter to Memphis on Sunday from 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. The Muny Kids will perform on the back steps of Ridgway Visitor Center from 1:00 to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Admission to the Best of Missouri Market & More is $12 for adults, $5 for Garden members and $5 for children 3-12 years old. Children 2 and under are free. The price of admission includes general admission to the Best of Missouri Market & More, general admission to the Missouri Botanical Garden and one copy of the souvenir Market Directory. Receive free admission for two adults and all children 12 and younger by becoming a member of the Garden or renewing a Garden membership at the 2015 Best of Missouri Market & More. Learn more at www.mobot.org/membership. (314) 577-5100.

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ou can have a conscience as green as the sky is blue, but it’s still hard to sort out what’s real and what’s “greenwashing.” Some terms are vague and some evidence is fuzzy. Let’s look at different ways mattresses are described, so you can sort out what’s real and what’s just a pale shade of green. A GREEN MATTRESS Sounds good, right? If it is backed up by standards, company reputation and reliable certifications that indicate a manufacturer has credible reasons to say a product is “green”—that is good. But if references to a “green mattress” are just tossed in among a lot of earth-loving jargon without real evidence, sketch this one with a light green crayon. A FLAME-RETARDANT-FREE MATTRESS Now we’re getting somewhere. One of the most polluting materials used in conventional mattresses—whether they’re memory foam, gel-topped, or include any synthetic foams or fabrics—are chemical flame retardants. These nasty compounds are mixed into foam formulas and fabric coatings. And they’re toxic, carcinogenic, and damage DNA. They have even been found in Arctic wildlife. If a mattress uses an alternate form of flame retardancy, such as wool batting, that’s a very good sign. A RENEWABLE MATTRESS— WITH RENEWABLE MATERIALS How can a mattress be “renewable?” Replaceable components mean that rather than discarding a mattress if your body’s needs change, you can adjust or change its comfort for years after purchase. Sustainable, durable mattress designs keep more “dead mattresses” out of landfills, where they consume a huge amount of space, leach toxins into groundwater, and take decades to break down. Likewise, mattress materials can be renewable, too—certified organic cotton, certified organic wool, and natural rubber (latex) foam all come from plants or animals, not plastic factories. A LOW-VOC MATTRESS Off-gassing isn’t just about detectable odors—any product will continually degrade over time, and whatever chemicals are in it will gradually escape into indoor air and even the outdoor environment. If a manufacturer claims there are “no VOCs” or “low VOCs” (volatile organic compounds) in their safe mattress, they should offer a reputable certificate such as GreenGuard as proof of emissions testing. A NATURAL MATTRESS “Natural” is as ubiquitous as “green”—but can be a legitimate description when it’s backed by reputable, independent, third-party certifications. Claims about organic or low-VOC (non-off-gassing) materials should be proven with posted certificates, plus links to certifying authorities where you can find detailed descriptions of the required standards. Vague, invented terms such as “bio-foam” or “plant-based foam” or “natural memory foam” should trigger skepticism. They usually mean a little bit of plant oil plus a lot of petroleum. Most natural materials will biodegrade or can be recycled at the end of a product’s life. AN HONEST APPROACH An eco-friendly mattress of any kind does not mean that its manufacture has literally no impact on the planet. Agriculture is usually monoculture, which displaces diverse natural habitats. Shipping also has impact, because most imported materials are brought across the ocean on freighters that burn fossil fuel. Companies with conscience are taking more and more steps to offset the environmental impacts of their operations. Look for mattress brands that provide evidence of those efforts, and “green business” philosophies that seem genuine—including mattress recycling. Some eco-friendly companies are further along the curve, and others just beginning. But if the environment barely rates a mention, it’s likely not a priority. Most consumers aren’t going to settle for a burlap shell filled with corn husks—and happily, today we don’t have to. But we can consider how eco-friendly a mattress is when making this purchase we’ll live with, and sleep with, for so many years. For more information please contact STLBeds at 636296-8540 or visit online at STLBeds.com.

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Guide To Green Dining Promoting Green Dining Alliance Members in the St. Louis Area

Avenue, St. Louis; 1732 9th Street, Soulard; 17 Moody Ave., Webster Groves; 7434 Village Ctr. Dr., Winghaven; 100 N. Main St., St. Charles. 6995 West 151st Street, Overland Park, KS 66223. Local Harvest Café, 3137 Morganford Rd. 63116, 314-772-8815 www.localharvestcafe.com

MEMBERS & PEnding MEMBERS For Ratings and additional information visit www.greendiningalliance.org. 5 Star Burgers 8125 Maryland Ave., 63105, 314-720-4350, 312 S. Kirkwood Rd, 63122, 314-394-2250. www.5starburgers.com

Lulu’s Local Eatery and Food Truck 3201 S. Grand, 63118, 314-300-8215 www.luluslocaleatery.com

Atlas Restaurant, 5513 Pershing, 63112, 314-367-6800 www.atlasrestaurantstl.com

Maryville University, gander dining Hall, 314-2497982, maryville.edu/location/gander-hall

Atomic Cowboy, 4140 Manchester Road, 63110, 314-775-0775 www.atomiccowboystl.com

McMurphy’s Cafe at St. Patrick Center 800 N. Tucker Blvd. 63101, 314-369-0432, 314-802-0687.

Avenue Restaurant, 12 N. Meramec, 63105, 314-727-4141. www.avestl.com

niche, 7734 Forsyth Blvd, 63105, 314-773-7755, www.nichestlouis.com

Bailey’s Chocolate Bar, 1915 Park Ave 63104, 314-241-8100 www.baileyschocolatebar.com

Onesto Pizza & Trattoria, 5401 Finkman St, 63109, 314-802-8883, www.onestopizza.com

Bailey’s Range, 920 Olive, 63101, 314-241-8121,www.baileysrange.com

Pastaria, 7734 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 862-6603 www.pastariastl.com

Bayou Seasoning & Catering 12 Ridge Manor Ct, Wentzville, 63385, 636-887-4012 Bike Stop Cafe and Outpost, 701 Riverside Dr., 610 S. Main St. 63301, 636-724-9900. wwwbikestopcafes.com Bixby’s, Preserving Missouri’s future along with its history, Bixby’s artfully prepares every meal, featuring local produce and products. Located on the second floor of the Missouri History Museum, Bixby’s is a distinctive lunch destination, where patrons can enjoy inspired local cuisine, sweeping views of Forest Park and historical artifacts on display in the restaurant. Bixby’s also features a spectacular brunch every Sunday and, for those seeking a more casual dining experience, Bixby’s Express offers freshly prepared soups, salads and sandwiches for diners on the go. There is no formal dress code for dining at Bixby’s. The Missouri History Museum is free and open to the public so come on by anytime! We encourage you and your family to join us. 2nd Floor, 314-361-7313. bixbys-mohistory.com.

Picnic Basket Café (The Magic House) 516 S. Kirkwood Rd 63122, 314-822-8900 www.magichouse.org Pie Oh My! 2719 Sutton Blvd 63143, 314-704-4416, www.pieohmystl.com

Cafe Kudu (St. Louis Zoo) 1 Government Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110 (314) 781-0900, www.stlzoo.org

Crushed Red, Crushed Red Urban Bake & Chop Shop offers artisan-crafted salads and pizzas, as well as the option to customize salads and pizzas from a myriad of fresh ingredients. Each salad includes fresh vegetables, fruit and protein, is organically dressed and chopped-to-order with a Crushed Red mezzaluna knife. The pizzas are built on a foundation of a whole-grain crust that was developed in house. They are then stretched by hand, topped with an organic tomato sauce, baked in a proprietary oven and served piping hot in just 90 seconds. Rounding out the menu options are a rotation of daily all-natural soups and savory shareable appetizers such as the Warm Herbed Goat Cheese or Urban Zest. In addition to progressive food options, guests can also enjoy wine by the glass or bottle and locally brewed beer on draft. In addition to artisan-crafted menu items, Crushed Red is also committed to running every restaurant as a sustainable operation, meaning it creates little-to-no waste. Crushed Red utilizes LED lights, recyclable batteries, paper instead of plastic bags, hand dryers versus paper towels, beverages served in glass bottles, compostable linen trays, real silverware and glassware in place of plastic ware, washable linens, and more to keep waste at its minimal level. Visit Crushed Red at 3 St. Louis area locations: Clayton - 8007 Maryland, Clayton, MO 63105 314.725.8007 Kirkwood - 140 S. Kirkwood Rd.Kirkwood, MO 63122 314.238.0100 Creve Coeur - 11635 Olive Blvd. (City Place) Creve Coeur, MO 63141 • 314.942.3000 www.crushed-red.com

Cater Al Fresco, 6233 Delmar 63130, 314-480-5129. www.cateralfresco.com

Foundation grounds Café & Coffeehouse, 7298 Manchester Rd 63143, 314-601-3588, www.foundationgrounds.com

Chris’ Pancake & dining 5980 Southwest Ave, 63139, 314-645-2088. Bartolino’s Restaurants. www.chrispancakeanddining.com

gelateria del Leone, 3197 Grand Blvd, 63116, 314-776-3500, www.thegelateria.com

Bombay Food Junkies, Food Truck Being the first Indian Food Truck in St Louis, we promise to bring you the famous Bombay street food experience ranging from chaats to pizzas to curries. That’s right, Bombay street food is an amalgamation of foods from all over the country. Lets not forget the British touch which left us with sandwiches and Pizzas, Chinese foods adapted to Indian taste, Dosas and Idlis from the south of India and the rich history of spices mixed with healthy ingredients is what this street food is all about, sweet-spicy and savory. This food truck will fulfill the niche of providing St.Louisians with a unique food experience and much more. Follow us on fb/twitter/website for more info 3580 adie Rd st Ann MO 63074 • 573-578-6583 2nd best vegetarian food truck 2014 (roaming hunger) 4 star GDA certified Brasserie by niche, 4580 Laclede, 63108, 314-454-0600. www.brasseriebyniche.com Bridge, 1004 Locust St, 63101, 314-241-8141 www.thebridgestl.com

great Harvest Bread Co. (Kirkwood), 125 W. Argonne Dr 63122, 314-821-1848. www.greatharvestkirkwood.com guido’s Pizzaria & Tapas 5046 Shaw Ave, 63110, 314-771-4900. www.guidosstl.com Handlebar, 4127 Manchester Ave. 63110, 314-652-2212, www.handlebarstl.com ices Plain and Fancy, 2256 S. 39th St., 63110, 314-601-3604. www.Icesplainandfancy.com i Scream Cakes, 2641 Cherokee 63118, 314-932-5758, www.iscreamcakes.com JuiceMasters, Food Truck, 314-337-1014 Kakao Chocolatier, 7272 Manchester Rd 63143, 314-645-4446, 3 locations. www.kakaochocolate.com Kitchen House Coffee, 3149 Shenandoah Ave., 63104, 314-732-0009. www.kitchenhousecoffee.com Llywelyn's Pubs Llywelyn’s Pub recently finished the solar panel installation at 5 of our locations. Not only do solar panels help to slow and eventually stop global warming, they also provide energy reliability, security, and create ongoing free energy. All our locations practice aggressive recycling efforts while also composting our food waste. Llywelyn’s Pub uses ecofriendly products and works with like minded vendors. At our location in Webster Groves, we have reserved parking and a charging station for electric vehicles. Come check us out and make a difference while doing so! www.llywelynspub.com. 1.855-B-CELTIC. 6 locations. 4747 McPherson

Pura Vegan, At PuraVegan, our commitment to preserving planetary resources is demonstrated through our menu, packaging and best practices. According to “Diet for a New America” it takes 8,500 gallons of water to produce a pound of beef, but only twenty-five gallons to produce a pound of wheat. Plant heavy diets are a most efficient use of water and land, while causing less pollution. We take recycling a step further and encourage REUSE, which is even more effective. Juice subscriptions and cleanse drinks come in reusable mason jars, with store credit given upon return. We offer our customers glass straws for purchase and our food delivery is done via bicycle. 307 Belt Ave. 63112, 314-932-5144, www.puravegan@me.com Rooster, 1104 Locust St 63101, 314-241-8118, www.roosterstl.com Sassafras Café Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd, 63110, (314) 577-5100. www.mobot.org Schlafly Bottleworks – 7260 Southwest 63143. Tap Room 2100 Locust St. 63103, Schlafly is proud to be seen as a leader in sustainability among local businesses. We took two abandoned buildings and put them back into use as the Schlafly Tap Room and Schlafly Bottleworks. We purchase a large amount of locally-produced food, and even grow some ourselves in the Schlafly Gardenworks for our restaurants, as well as host a weekly Farmers Market. We’ve received grants for a pilot composting project for post-consumer food waste at both restaurants. We are a charter supporter of Amerens Pure Power renewable energy program and use ultra high efficiency heating, ventilation and air-conditioning units. And we host and support many local sustainability organizations. 314-241-BEER. www.schlafly.com/bottleworks www.schlafly.com/tap-room Seedz Cafe, 6344 S. Rosebury, 63105. 314-725-7333. www.seedzcafe.com. Small Batch, 3001 Locust St. 63101, 314-380-2040 www.smallbatchstl.com

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We are across the street from Turtle Park, the Zoo, and all of Forest Park! 6400 Oakland, 63139, 314-647PATS. www.patconnollytavern.com.

Something Elegant Catering 2200 Yale, 63143, 314-781-7722. www.somethingelegantcatering.com

The Post Sports Bar and Grill, 7372 Manchester 63143, 314-645-1109 763 Old Ballas Rd 63141, 314-736-1205, www.thepostsportsbar.com

Stone Spiral Coffee and Curios, 2500 Sutton, 63143, 314-335-7388, www.stonespiralcoffee.com Taste 4584 Laclede, 63108, 314-361-1200. www.tastebar.com The Cafe (SLU) www.slu.edu The Crows Nest 7372 Manchester 63143, 314-781-0989, www.facebook.com/crowsneststl The Dam, 3173 Morganford 63116, 314-771-3173, www.thedamstl.com The Fountain on Locust 3037 Locust St., 63103, 314-535-7800. www.Fountainonlocust.com The Pat Connonlly Tavern, Patrick Connolly of County Galway, Ireland, began his barkeep career in 1942 when he opened the Pat Connolly Tavern. For two decades, he worked to create a St. Louis landmark in the historic neighborhood of Dogtown. The tavern has returned to Connolly family ownership and the original name. We are proud to continue the tradition that Pat started over 70 years ago, offering classic pub fare and fine spirits in a family-friendly atmosphere. We also strive to be active in our community and welcoming to all who walk through our door. We invite you to have your next meal, pint, or event with us! We are conveniently located right off Interstate 64 and just 1 mile north of Interstate 44.

The Royale, 3132 S. Kingshighway 63139, 314-772-3600 www.theroyale.com The Scottish Arms 6-8 Sarah St., 63108, 314-535-0531. www.thescottisharms.com The Shaved Duck 2900 Virginia Ave., 63118, 314-776-1407 www.theshavedduck.com The Tick Tock Tavern 3459 Magnolia, 63118, www.theticktock.com The UniGrille (UniGroup) Fenton, MO 63026, (636) 305-5000 www.unigroupinc.com The Wolf, 15480 Clayton Rd. Ballwin, 63011, 636-527-7027, www.thewolfstl.com Tivanov Catering Co. 2052 Pheasant Run Dr, Maryland Heights, MO. tivanovcatering@yahoo.com Traveling Tea, Sharing Good Times ~ Sharing Good Tea© Making the world safer for tea addicts, offering high quality looseleaf tea. 80+ available teas and blends, 90% certified organic, or custom blends from organic ingredients. Purchase as little as 1 cup worth (travel size) or 1 ounce (720 cups depending on the tea). Save money and purchase

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Urban Eats, 3301 Meremac St 63118, 314-558-7580, www.urbaneatscafe.com Washington University Dining Services diningservices@wustl.edu, 314-935-7098 Water Street, 7268 Manchester 63143, 314-646-8355 www.waterstreetstl.com Whisk, 2201 Cherokee St. 63118, 314-932-5166 www.whiskstl.com The Green Dining Guide continues in our November edition. Call 314-962-7748 to participate.

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he reason you can’t lose weight has nothing to do with your will-power, over-eating or the Right Diet!... The Reason you are fat and unhealthy is because you have disgusting plaque and horrible little ‘CRITTERS’ living in your guts! This is harmful Plaque (below) - Everybody has it. But to keep from getting sick and to be able to maintain a healthy body weight you MUST get rid of it now! If you don't, it will eventually cause you to not be able to lose weight (regardless of how much you diet and exercise!) and eventually it will kill you! These are harmful Parasites (right) Everybody has them. If left to live and breed inside your stomach, small and large intestines and colon, they will eventually cause you to puff up, gain lots of weight, get sick more often, and take many, many years off your life! They use your body as a 'Food Storehouse' and so they can live and breed by the millions. But now it's time to flush them out and down the toilet for good. If you don't they will just make you fatter and much, much sicker! Would you trust anything living in your bowels that has teeth but NO eyes? It makes sense that if diets were really meant to work then you'd hear more and more stories of people

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October Benchmarking Blitz: Get Hands-on Help to Benchmark Your Building’s Energy Use By Johanna Schweiss, Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator, USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter

o matter where you live, work, play, or worship, we’re all looking to reduce costs. And if cost reductions also lower environmental impacts, well you can sign me up! Energy conservation cuts your utility bills while also lowering your greenhouse gas footprint, a win-win in my book. And energy benchmarking is the first step to energy conservation. Energy benchmarking is the process of measuring how much energy your building consumes and comparing your performance to similar buildings and the past. Your office, your school, your house of worship, your city hall, or your corner store: all buildings benefit from benchmarking. It’s the first step toward saving energy and saving money through energy conservation. You know the saying – you can’t manage what you don’t measure! And the good news is that benchmarking is pretty painless. ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager is a free and secure online tool that tracks energy and water consumption, as well

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llergy season is upon us again. The winds of fall have been known to blow your nose to the hospital. So while you may be used to clearing your throat, sneezing, and refusing some of those sedating antihistamines, there are now other options available. The newer effective and convenient therapy involves Home Immune Therapy. OK, so you’re not wheezing, coughing or blowing your nose but; you have nausea, bloating and diarrhea with the cause being totally unknown. It’s really a mystery as, it began as an adult and your gastroenterologist states that you don’t have Crohn’s disease or Colitis. In fact, your GI examination is normal. These symptoms can also be due to allergies. The same type of skin (mucosa) that is in your nose and lung is in your gastrointestinal tract. Your mucosa reacts the same when exposed to specific allergens. Release of the histamine cells in the gut can cause swelling, pain, indigestion, diarrhea and similar unpleasant symptoms. Allergies can cause symptoms to all of our organ systems. Other than respiratory (asthma) and gastrointestinal, it can also cause dermati-

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So, how is a healthy relationship different from what you have experienced in the past? A healthy relationship is one in which Christine Kniffen, MSW, LCSW you feel comfortable and safe enough to completely be yourself and state how you Falling In Love feel. A healthy relationship is one in which This Lovely Fall Season you finally feel appreciated, validated and loved for who you are as person. A healthy Like my Facebook page via my website in order to get relationship entails a genuine spirit of compromise and eventual appreciation for the differences you each bring links to new articles, “The Art of Relating” shows on to the table. Most importantly, a healthy relationship is Blogtalk Radio and information on upcoming semione in which you are able to get your own personal needs nars. www.ChristineKniffen.com met. In a healthy relationship each partner wants to know the other persons needs and in turn wants to go o, you have just met someone and you find about trying to help meet them. This is the real beauty of yourself ready to fall in love again. The big solid, reciprocal love. It involves giving and getting on question then becomes determining how this a somewhat equal basis. Once you think you have found love will be different from previous experithis healthy love you need to decide to put in the extra ences you have had at other times throughout your life. effort required to keep it going. More importantly, how will you truly know that this time Keeping the romance alive is an issue for many relaaround it is the real deal and capable of giving you everytionships. We all get busy with work, errands and famithing that you have ever wanted from a relationship? ly. Many of the couples I work with suffer from a lack Falling in love as an emotionally evolved adult involves of quality time together. A beautiful, healthy relationship some degree of practicality and looks different than its is a precious commodity. It is imperative that it be given unhealthy counterpart. If you are ready to fall in love the proper time, attention and energy it deserves. It is all again then you should pay attention to a few important too easy to take it for granted and let it fall to the wayaspects regarding relationships. You should work to side. So, get creative and keep the romance alive. avoid the same old traps, take the time to analyze and Surprise your love with something nice just because you appreciate how a healthy love is different and work to can. Offer a sensual massage. Plan a special evening for keep the romance alive. the two of you and do something out of the ordinary. If you are just beginning to fall in love again then Plan a romantic weekend getaway or just start to leave make sure you don’t make the same old mistakes and fall little notes in his or her pockets with statements of love. into the same old traps. Slow down and take some time A great relationship doesn’t just happen. It takes effort. to appreciate dating and getting to know each other. But, this is the kind of effort that I have always looked Think back on times in the past when the relationship forward to rather than the kind that seemed like work. moved far too quickly and ultimately didn’t work out in So, if you find yourself falling in love again then the long run. In this stage you need to be paying attentake a moment to think about the things I have said. Take tion to what is happening and what is being said. In this your time and enjoy the moment. Cherish the beginning stage people often suffer from what I like to call stage, as it doesn’t last forever. Pay attention and look “Selective Sight” and “Selective Hearing”. The red flags for the qualities that need to be present in order for any are flying by at rapid speeds and we are simply refusing relationship to be healthy and happy. Lastly, treat your to pay attention, as we don’t want to see anything averse relationship like the beautiful thing that it is by investing to having this relationship work. Slow down and enjoy the time and energy to keep the romance alive. the process of getting to know each other. This stage is very enjoyable and doesn’t last forever. In addition, you Christine Kniffen, LCSW is a Relationship Coach will then have the necessary time to pay attention and and Therapist. For a free consultation call 314-374determine if this is a person who is capable of meeting 8396. your needs and truly making you happy.

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hese are the words of my friend Christine, who with her husband Gary, have lived for the last seventeen years on ten acres of restored native prairie, savannah and woodland. They planted it and have seen them come. The plants call to the insects, pollinators, birds, wildlife and they have arrived. People come to enjoy and learn from this land. It was during a recent visit that I experienced the power of these acres. There is an energy that sinks deep into a person. It is as if the land is rejoicing in its reconnection to the roots of its lost native history. Gary describes this deep web of life, “We interact with it almost every day. We have been immersed in restoration, observed and developed relationships, and become deeply enamored with the diversity of life. We watch the progression of blooming patterns through the seasons, greet the wood thrush, yellow-throated warbler, and indigo bunting in the spring, rejoice in a summer rain, and celebrate the successful recruitment of a new liatris (blazing star) Scariosa plant species, usually in a micro-habitat where moisture, light and soil are just right. This place has become a model of diverse, native high quality nature.” For Christine, prairie is a homeland where she is “… discovering something amazing each day, often a colorful flower and all the other wild things going about their lives in this special habitat, a real biological homecoming. I take walks on mowed paths in my yard to see what I can find, usually while experiencing a sense of peace. There is a show going on all year long in the natural world.” Taking the time to be really present allows an opening of wonder. For Christine, “Regular observations of this natural phenomenon seems to create

October, 2015 I’ll feel like creating a colorful mandala or taking some wildlife photographs, maybe one day I’ll feel like writing a poem or designing a lesson to share with my students. The prairie helps me to calm down and quiet my mind.” I’m thankful for my recent visit. The inspiration of visiting “Earth Mirrors” is to bring the power and essence of such a place into my gardens, and those I work on. I can’t wait to visit again. Gary Schimmelpfenig & Christine Torlina live an hour outside of St. Louis at their home and land called “Earth Mirrors”. They are leaders in restoration of native habitats in the St. Louis area. Linda Wiggen Kraft is a landscape designer who creates holistic and organic gardens. She is also a mandala artist and workshop leader. Visit her blog: www.CreativityForTheSoul.com/blog or website: www.CreativityForTheSoul.com. Contact her at 314 504-4266.

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ur kids are preparing for college right about now, and for those newbies entering freshman dorms, or elder classmen or women planning life in an apartment or even a rental home, pets are always a consideration. Why not? We all love our family pets, and they provide us a genuine sense of security and companionship. Nonetheless, there are real considerations for selecting one type of pet over another, depending on a number of factors discussed herein. I believe one of the first and most important issues is understanding time commitments. College time has to include classes and studying, social activities, and maybe even a part-time job. So, fitting a dog or cat into the mix could prove very difficult and even untimely for this particular life stage, regardless of the housing scenario. Another principal issue would regard expenses associated with keeping a pet. Food, veterinary care, housing, toys, grooming and training can

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create an unexpected collection of costs that make certain pets unreasonable. Of course, another cost is a security payment for pets that most rentals require. And, be sure to verify that you can keep animals in your living space. Too often people impulsively assume they can have a pet, or worse, may just figure they can get away with it. The obvious problem here is that should you be found out, it will prove difficult finding a new home for your pet, and in too too many cases, this situation often encourages people to simply release animals to fend for themselves. Yes indeed! These actions happen all too often. There are other interesting pets that may work better in a dorm room, apartment or house. Smaller animal types can prove just as interesting and fun, but should cost less to house, feed and care for overall. Further, in many shared housing settings, at least one person has problems with allergies to dogs or cats. The solution may be to find yourself small pocket pets, like a gerbil, guinea pig, or maybe a hedgehog. Reptiles and birds also make very reasonable pets, although certain bird species can prove very noisy. Bearded dragons, young iguanas, or even small tortoises, can be exciting cost and time effective pet charges. Even fish tanks can prove very entertaining due to the great variety of species you can house together, and the interesting lighted environments you can construct with either living or artificial plantings. Good planning, and a realistic approach to pet keeping in college, is both essential and likely to help guarantee a successful pet experience for you. Have a great school season and have fun! Fondly, Dr. Doug Pernikoff Fondly,Dr. Doug Pernikoff Clarkson-Wilson Veternary Clinic 636-530-1808 • Clarksonwilsonvet.com

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Mama Kitty’s Story By Teresa Garden, DVM

ama Kitty is one of those cats that lives her life on her own terms. I can best describe her as feisty, fractious, frustrating, funny, and now I’ll add frail to the list. I may diagnose Mama with certain diseases but she decides what she will accept for treatment and what she won’t. I first met Mama in 2009 when her family moved from Texas to St. Louis. She was already 12 years old. Her family had adopted Mama from a shelter in 1997 wherein she had given birth to a litter of kittens. Mama shares her home with two male cats who are younger and bigger than her. She is the undisputed and unrivaled boss…all 6 1/2 pounds of her. When Mama first came to see me in 2009 she was losing weight and having diarrhea. Test results revealed hyperthyroidism and we began treatment with methimazole transdermal gel applied to Mama’s ear. Mama had made it clear she would not allow herself to be pilled. It was beneath her and dangerous to the rest of us. Over the years she has rarely allowed me a glimpse into the deep dark hole that is her oral cavity. What I have seen has been relatively healthy. The methimazole gel has worked well over the years to stabilize Mama’s thyroid function. In May 2012 when Mama was 15 years old she was diagnosed with early kidney disease. We started her on some supplements to help improve her kidney function. She agreed to take them hidden in a little Fancy Feast canned food. Canned natural foods comprised the majority of Mama’s diet. Six months later Mama decided she was through with the kidney supplements. She had dropped to 5 pounds but she was still active and strong. Her thyroid level and kidney enzymes were steady so I became concerned about underlying cancer or a painful mouth as a source of her weight loss. We radiographed her thorax and abdomen and found nothing out of the ordinary. We gave Mama some light sedation so we could examine her oral cavity carefully and found things to be in good shape. I didn’t know why Mama lost the weight and she wasn’t about to tell me. She held steady at a fighting weight of 5 pounds for many months. By 2013 when Mama was 16 years old she became increasingly upset during her visits to our clinic. We decided to monitor her blood profiles periodically and limit her exams and blood pressure checks. It is not unusual for our geriatric patients to resist handling and basic grooming as they age. Mama’s health status was stable and would wobble back sometimes if her family was out of town. This, too, is very common among

senior and geriatric pets. They may not eat well or take their medications or supplements on a regular basis unless their owners are present. Time marched on and Mama was now 4 1/2 pounds but stable, enjoying her life, and bossing the entire household. Then on August 23, 2015 Mama earned herself a trip to the Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC). During the previous week her family had taken a short vacation prior to school starting. They left Mama in the care of a very capable pet sitter but I suspect Mama did not eat well or take her meds like a good girl. Upon her family’s return, they found Mama walking around in a daze, pacing, head pressing, and getting stuck in familiar places around the house. The doctors at the AEC determined Mama to be extremely hypertensive, her kidney and thyroid disease had worsened, and her weight had dropped to 3 1/2 pounds. At her age (18) there was also the possibility of senility or a brain mass as the cause of her neurological symptoms. I was truly afraid we might lose Mama. Mama was treated with fluids to rehydrate her and help lower her kidney enzymes. The staff at the AEC started her back on methimazole gel for hyperthyroidism and gave her two new medications to lower her blood pressure. By the very next day Mama started eating and her blood pressure and kidney function were improving. Mama got to go home! I rechecked Mama on August 26, 2015. It was obvious Mama had decided she was not ready to leave this world for the next! Her neurological status had greatly improved. She was alert and walking well. Mama was still frail but eating and gaining weight, strength, and balance. I was pleasantly surprised Mama allowed me to do a full exam, check her blood pressure and draw blood to recheck her thyroid and kidney function. Her medications were keeping her blood pressure normal. Mama’s thyroid level was already close to normal and her kidney enzymes were continuing to improve. As of this writing, Mama is alive and kicking and still bossing everyone at home. I am now adding two more F-words to describe Mama: fantastic fighter. Mama has earned my respect and admiration over the years. I am in awe of her spirit and tenacity for living life on her terms. In human years Mama is 90. I hope and pray I can follow her example if I am blessed enough to be given the chance. Dr. Teresa Garden is chief veterinarian/owner of Animal Health & Healing, a full-service holistic and conventional veterinary practice in the Maplewood/Richmond Heights area. Phone: 314-781-1738. www.AnimalHealthandHealing.com.

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he William Shearburn Gallery, located at 665 S. Skinker, hosts Andrew Millner’s latest body of work, entitled “Rose Parade.” Millner explores the natural world, with particular attention to the relationship between art and nature, between the natural and the artificial. Millner photographs his natural subjects first, and then draws each flower or pattern of flowers by hand, creating the drawing with a stylus on a digital tablet. “I tend to work and think in dialectic, pitching opposites to heighten effect…. the natural and the made, the traditional and the novel, the digital and the analogue,” said Millner. Stated gallery owner William Shearburn, “Andy continues to push the envelope conceptually and visually,” “I am thrilled to introduce this body of work to his St. Louis audience.” The exhibition runs through November 6. For info, visit www.williamshearburngallery.com. At the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, 3716 Washington, “Kota: Digital Excavations in African Art” opens on October 16. African guardian figures and a new digital database combine to reveal the hidden histories of these objects. Cocurated by an African art specialist and a computer engineer, with a residency by local software designers, Kota takes these reliquaries into a new dimension, through March 19. Through November, the Kota PromoLab offers visitors a space to experiment during the Kota exhibition. Rampant Interactive, a St. Louis-based game

16th. It’s autumn fun for the entire family—with live music, glass pumpkin blowing competitions and so much more! Free; check it out at www.thirddegreeglassfactory.com. October 23- 24 is the 33rd Annual Weavers’ Guild Sale, at First Congregational Church at 10 W. Lockwood in Webster. The event presents weavings and other fiber art from the talented hands of local artists, members of the second-oldest weaving guild in the Woven is Wonderful at the Weavers’ Guild Show, Oct. 23-24 nation. Recent years have seen a design studio, remains in residence through March resurgence in weaving as a therapeutic textile craft. 2016, leading visitors through guided activities, digAccording to clinical psychologist Ann ging deeper into the hidden histories of Kota reliFutterman-Collier of the Well Being Lab at quary figures. The intent is to spark conversations Northern Arizona University, “People basically about the role of technology in everyday life. From have a vacation from their problems (when weavOctober 16 through November, the first of four ing, crocheting or quilting). They can forget about phases in this series of activities, visitors will have what’s bothering them; they get into…the moment the opportunity to explore cultural aesthetics and that energizes them, that leads to repair in mood.” craftsmanship by visualizing their own Kota from a Futterman-Collier refers to this effect as “Textile combination of physical characteristics. For details, Therapy.” Her observations are quite accurate: visit www.pulitzerarts.org. who can view rich textiles without touching them? Congrats to our friends at Third Degree Glass It’s the perfect place to start your holiday shopFactory at 5200 Delmar as they celebrate their ping or maybe treat yourself to some very special (spooky, spooky!) 13th anniversary on October work. Details at www.weaversguildstl.org/33rd-annual-wgsl-guild-sale.html. The Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington, is the perfect setting for a very special concert on October 27 as Mark Holland and Autumn’s Child celebrate 20 years of music. The otherworldlymagic of Mark’s Native American flute sends a calm to every ear and heart. His music has been aptly described by didgeridoo master Ash Dargan, “A soul’s journey filled with grace and an abundance of groove.” The inspiration for the band’s title came to Holland from a song of the same name, as well as Holland’s personal connection to autumn as his most creative season; the colors and texture of late Natural and Homeopathic October reminiscent of the colors and texture in his Remedies for Consistent Relief music. Along with this incredible musical experiof Stinging and Biting ence will be the release of Holland’s newest CD Pesky Autumn Insects. “Anything Possible.” The Perfect Alternative Musicians joining Holland include Cory Edwards (piano), Billy Engle (guitar), R. Scott to Toxic Insect Repellent Sprays. Bryan (percussion), Ranya Iqbal (cello), Zeb Briskovich (bass) and Pati Pellerito (Tibetan singing bowls; Planetary gongs). Special guest artist, painter, Vesna Delevska will create a new work on stage. More info at www.autumnschild.com. For folkart fun, wander the streets of Eureka, MO this month when the second annual “Invasion (left) Bye-Bug Balm Insect Repellent. of the Scarescrows” takes over the town. Local res(Right) Himalayan Salt Bar idents designed and plumped all manner of scareSoothes Insect Bites crows and mannekins—some scary, some funny, some…well, you’ll just have to see them! Although the Scarecrow Festival is just October 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., the scarecrows remain scattered throughout Eureka for the entire month. Find info at www.scarecrowfestivaleureka.com.

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HealtHy planet HappenInGS October 3, 5 Residential eneRgy efficiency and OuR HOmes Airs on KNLC Channel 24 10/03 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 10/05 at 8:00 p.m. Sierra Club members Laura Neuman-Howe and Jeff Howe discuss energy efficiency upgrades in their home with host John Hickey. They look at energy efficiency effects on utility bills and rebates and assistance that are available to home owners. How can you make your home more efficient?

area.Topics that will be covered include: Major Arcana, Minor Arcana, The relationship of the two Arcanas, Numerological aspects of the cards, Techniques for harnessing psychic energy Message perception and delivery, Building trust, freedom and speed with the cards, Different card spreads. Demarus Harris is a St. Louis born psychic/medium with 20 years of professional experience. His natural gifts include clairvoyance, psychometry and mediumship. He can be researched at: https://www.facebook.com/midwestmedium. To enroll, call The Center at 314.725.6767.

October 4 fabulOus fundRaiseR fOR tHe 30tH WORld Peace day Sunday, October 4, 3-5:30 p.m. at the Garden of Life Spiritual Ctr., 9525 Eddie & Park Rd., Crestwood 63126. Music by Brian Clarke. Spoken Word by J’Asa. Raffle for prizes. Light Refreshments. Tickets available at The Natural Market, 5757 Chippewa. Details @ www.wpdaystl.com. 314-601-3789. jjbreeze46@gmail.com.

October 17 liOns club cOmmunity HealtH faiR In celebration of our 90th anniversary, The Webster Groves Lions will hold a Health Fair on October 17th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, a free event for the community and open to the public. There will be several doctors or specialists there, ranging from chiropractic to general health, to perform hearing and vision tests, diabetes testing, blood pressure and more. In addition, come visit with Lions members and learn what the Lions do. The event will be held at the Hawken House Hearth Room, 1155 South Rock Hill Rd., Webster Groves, Mo 63119. It’s a great opportunity to get a checkup, have your eyes checked as well as your hearing tested all performed in one location, at no cost. For more information please contact Lion Teddi Speeler via email at speeler36@hotmail.com.

October 10, 12 climate cHange & black cOmmunities Airs on KNLC Channel 24 10/10 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 10/12 at 8:00 p.m. Rev. Rodrick Burton and Romona Williams discuss climate change and environmental justice with host John Hickey. They cover the way congregations can fight climate change and the importance of these efforts to the African American community, especially the rate of asthma. October 13 HABITS OF HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP 7:30-8:30. Sometimes our habits get us into trouble, and we must waste energy continually correcting from bad behavior. And yet we all know, nothing is more important than our health! Create a life around the habits of health that will direct every decision you make. In this monthly meeting Dr Rebecca Gould will present a brief education piece on one of the habits of health,followed by an opportunity to share healthy habits victories and what we are endeavoring to improve. This group is about sharing, so we ask that group attendees refrain from offering advice to unless specifically asked. RSVP required, space is limited. Cost: Free. Held at The Healing Center, 734 DeMun Ave in Clayton. For details or to register call 314-7272120, or find the links at Meetup.com/HealingSTL.com or Facebook/HealingSTL October 13 WateR eneRgy nexus This program will examine the interrelationship between water and energy usage by following a drop of water from water provider through end user into waste treatment facility and discussing all the energy that is consumes along the way. WHEN: Tuesday, October 13, 5:30 – 7:30 pm WHERE: Alberici Headquarters, 8800 Page Ave. 63114 FEE: Free/USGBCMGC Members and full time students; $20/Non-members REGISTER: www.usgbc-mogateway.org. October 13 integRating alteRnative medicine WitH cOnventiOnal medicine FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion - Integrating Alternative Medicine with Conventional Medicine - Learn how to build your immune system and take charge of your health. If you are suffering from chronic conditions, you'll learn why you don't have to live with your "incurable" symptoms anymore. Topics covered include: Cancer, Heart Disease/Stroke, Diabetes, Arthritis, Osteoporosis, ADD/ADHD, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Food Allergies, Nutrition, and many more. You should come to this discussion also if you feel, "My Doctor said everything is fine! Then why do I feel so lousy?" Second Tuesday each month at 6:30 pm at our healing clinic - Prevention and Healing, Inc., Dr. Simon Yu, M.D., Board Certified Internist, 10908 Schuetz Road, St. Louis, MO 63146, Weaving Internal Medicine with Alternative Medicine to Use the Best Each Has to Offer. Call to verify meeting date; seating is limited, arrive early, 314432-7802. See patient success stories at www.preventionandhealing.com. October 15-november 19 taROt PaRt 1: a beginneR tO inteRmediate level cOuRse Taught by Demarus Harris.Thursdays, October 15 - November 19. 6:30-8:00pm. The Classroom at The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit, 7647 Delmar Blvd. Cost: $155 for all six classes. The Tarot is not only an ancient and uncanny system of divination, it is also a tool for harnessing spiritual energy and teaching budding clairvoyants. To embark on the study of tarot is to bring centuries old power, magic and otherworldly insight into your life. Learning to interpret tarot can enrich the lives of everyone you share your talent with. Come learn to read the tarot with eager and enthusiastic visionaries in your

October 18 faRm tO yOga: RetReat tO eaRtHdance ORganic faRm scHOOl WitH yOga buzz 10am – 2pm, $25 day pass (children under 10 years old are $5) Help us to celebrate a healthy and sustainable lifestyle at EarthDance Organic Farm School with Yoga Buzz STL! Enjoy a tour of EarthDance’s farm and learn about their vison to produce healthy food, educate multiple generations about farming, and engage the community. After the Farm tour, hop onto the mat for an hour-long all-levels adult yoga class led by Yoga Buzz. During adult yoga, kids can join their own yoga and hands-on activity. Post-yoga, everyone will come together for lunch provided by Whole Foods Market Galleria garnished with crop fresh from the farm. Expect a day of community, fun, and inspiration to live a life of health! Event is rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, event will be cancelled and tickets refunded. Ticket sales benefit Yoga Buzz and Urban Harvest STL, which are both 501c3 non-profit organizations. For more information about Yoga Buzz and tickets, visit: http://www.yogabuzz.org/events. For more information about EarthDance Organic Farm School, visit: http://www.earthdancefarms.org/. October 18 HaRvest festival More than 3,000 patrons attend Sauce Magazine’s annual event featuring fall foods and beverages from St. Louis’ top restaurants, a farmers market, locally made arts and crafts, live music and more on the Laumeier Sculpture Park grounds. Sunday, October 18, 11:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. Admission is $8 for Members and $10 for non-members; children ages 10 and under are free. Rain or shine. Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier.org for more information. Presented by Sauce Magazine. October 20 cOnnecting yOuR HealtH betWeen yOuR teetH and bOdy FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion. Connecting Your Health Between Your Teeth and Body. You may not realize it, but your teeth and gums may be making you ill or weakening your immune system. Hidden infections. Unresolved illness. Find out what may be happening between your teeth and body and what to do about it. Discover how infection and illness transfer between the teeth and body. Understand how biological dentistry focuses on your overall health. Learn about what dental materials are compatible with wellness, mercury-free, tooth-colored fillings,the impact of dental procedures, how certain dental procedures can influence your body, and nutritional therapy that supports a healthy mouth. Third Tuesday Each Month, 6:30 pm at the Holistic Dentistry office of, and presented by, Dr. Michael Rehme, D.D.S., C.C.N. (Certified Clinical Nutritionist), 2821 N. Ballas Rd, Suite 245, St. Louis, MO 63131. A Healthy Choice for Dental Care. Call to verify seminar date and reserve your space at 314-997-2550. See Patient Success Stories at www.toothbody.com. October 20 fRee mOntHly Wellness suPPORt gROuP October 20 - Free Monthly Prevention and Healing Support Group. This month's Speaker: Rev Phylis Clay Sparks. Topic: Disease and the Mind. Join us as we take a closer look at the mind-body link that was traditionally recognized in ancient philosophies and tribal medicine until the nineteenth century. When technological medicine replaced traditional philosophies, it neglected the need to consider the patient’s mind and

emotional state, thus ignoring influences of grief, despair, and discouragement in the onset and outcome of illness. We will discuss ways to become aware of our personal responsibility and the role we play in preventing dis-ease, manifesting health, and sustaining a sense of joy. Don’t miss the practical and positive suggestions and guidance about the healing effects of faith, confidence, and peace of mind that you can put to work on your own journey of wholeness and well-being! Support Group Leaders: Dr. Simon Yu, M.D. and Chaplain Paul R. Johnson, M.Div. When: Third Tuesday each month (with an occasional exception) at 6:30 pm. - 8:00 pm at our healing clinic, Prevention and Healing, Inc., Dr. Simon Yu, M.D., Board Certified Internist, 10908 Schuetz Road, St Louis, MO 63146, Weaving Internal Medicine with Alternative Medicine to Use the Best Each Has to Offer. Call to verify meeting date, 314-432-7802. For more information, read the article on our web site at www.PreventionAndHealing.com titled "New Medicine, New Biology: Spiritual Wellness, Spiritual Assessment, and Spiritual Care." October 21 BONE UP ON BONE HEALTH 7:30-8:30. Got bone worries? This class is for you! We all lose bone over our lives, and many of us drink milk, take supplements or even medications to help prevent bone problems. The thing is, dairy foods, calcium supplements and medications don't address the root cause of thinning bones. Come learn what you need to do to keep or restore bone health. And, learn a bit of the science and research to understand what you should know and whY you may NOT need to worry after all. RSVP required, space is limited. Cost: Free. Held at The Healing Center, 734 DeMun Ave in Clayton. For details or to register call 314-727-2120 or register online at HealingSTL.com or Facebook/HealingSTL October 22 tRailnet’s active living aWaRds Trailnet will hold its Active Living Awards at The Sheldon Concert Hall Thursday, October 22, with KMOX Talk Show Host Mark Reardon serving as master of ceremonies. The awards honor individuals, nonprofits, municipalities, and businesses that make sustainable efforts to promote physical activity and active transportation. All proceeds will be invested in Trailnet's advocacy work to make walking and biking a way of life throughout the St. Louis region. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Marcia at 314-436-1324 ext. 116 or marcia@trailnet.org. October 24 tHe st. lOuis bReWeRs guild HallOWeen PaRty A Spooktacular St. Louis Beer Festival. Saturday, October 24th, 2015. What better way to celebrate All Hallow's Eve than a beer festival? The St. Louis Brewers Guild Halloween Party features a variety of local breweries pouring samples of what they do best, live music, great food, wild costumes, a Hefe Ride, and a chance to go trick-or-treating all in historic Lafayatte Park! This is a 21 and up event. Pets are welcome. Event tickets gain access to the festival session (and live music and entertainment) and include a commemorative tasting glass, and unlimited samples from the Guild Member Breweries. Food is not included with the price of ticket. Food trucks, food vendors and retail vendors will be onsite for attendees to purchase whatever they want. Designated Driver tickets will be available for purchase at the gate day-of for $5. Purchase individual tickets, or bundle your ticket with a limited edition t-shirt and/or St. Louis Brewers Guild "STL Beer Lover" Membership for more great value.T-shirts will be available for pick-up on-site day of the event. Rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable. http://www.stlbg.com/festivals/ October 24, 26 POllutiOn in missOuRi's kaRst land Airs on KNLC Channel 24 10/24 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 10/26 at 8:00 p.m. What could happen if there was a “perfect storm” combining dangers of very toxic chemicals, extremely thick fluids, storage close to railroad tracks and inadequately prepared first responders? Tom Kruzen and Don Fitz discuss the potential scenario with a tank farm in Missouri’s Ozarks. October 27 self-caRe, self-lOve: a natuRal beauty WORksHOP Taught by Leslie Theobald, Tuesday, October 27, 2015, 6:00pm - 8:00pm. The Classroom at The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit, 7647 Delmar Blvd.. Cost: $25 and includes 4 oz of detox bath salt. With the kids in school and winter around the corner, self-care is feasible and healthy. This two hour holistic body-care class is a hands on guide to help you look and feel your best during the most stressful season of the year! Health is Beauty!! During this session, you will learn: Dry Brushing, Oil Pulling, Tongue Scraping, Neti Pot Usage. Please call The Center at 314.725.6767 to register.

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