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HEALTH EDITOR [ MARY JO BLACKWOOD] is a widely traveled registered nurse and health educator with 30 years experience writing about health issues.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR [ JULIE STREILER ] graduated from Drury College with a degree in Studio Art and served as longtime creative director at a local publication.

STAFF WRITER [ LAUREN madras ] has just returned to her hometown after living in NYC, where she earned a masters degree and worked as a freelancer with Conde Nast and Hearst. STAFF WRITER [catherine klene ] graduated from SIUE with bachelor’s degrees in Mass Communications and English and has worked in the journalism field for the past five years.

Senior Editor [ Tony Di Martino ] is the former senior editor of Mary Engelbreit’s Home Companion. She also was an editor at St. Louis Magazine and The Riverfront Times. food critic [ Jonathan Carli ] is a dedicated foodie who has studied all things culinary, survived Boot Camp at the CIA, and written about food for the past six years. (incognito) Society Photographer [ Carla Falasco ] is a freelance photographer, communications professional and community volunteer immersed in all things nonprofit.

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[ Charles Barnes ] is owner of c barnes photography and relocated from New York to St. Louis, where he lives with his wife, three children and two dogs.

Contributor [ Paul Doerner ] is a founding partner of the Lawrence Group Architects with a lifelong passion for the architecture of St. Louis.

Contributor [ Dr. Tim Jordan ] is a behavioral pediatrician, international speaker and owner of Camp Weloki.

Photographer [ Suzy Gorman ] has a spirited style and talent that has been a cornerstone of St. Louis photography for the past 30 years Photographer [ Colin Miller ] is a photographic portrait artist and owner of Strauss Peyton.

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Contributor [ Charlie Brennan ] is heard weekdays from 9 to 11 a.m. on Newsradio 1120 KMOX and seen every Thursday evening on Donnybrook.

Contributor [ Bill Beggs ] has been writing everything from courts to sports since the days of typewriters.

Society Photographer [ Margaret Rambo ] is a beloved fixture on the St. Louis charity scene, where she covers galas and other events.

Contributor [ Judy Goodman ] is a third generation St. Louisan and a great fan of stories about our neighborhoods.

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STYLE EDITOR [ SUZY BACINO ] is a freelance makeup artist/stylist who has been in the fashion industry for more than 20 years.

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[ letter from the editor ] Today we have a special section on one of my favorite topics (especially now that dark chocolate is a Super Food): healthy eating. Healthy eating, of course, is a euphemism for losing weight. The theory is if we eat more ‘whole foods’ and fewer processed ones, bad things like fats and sugars might be banished from our lives, and so might love handles and saddle bags. Turns out, that’s not exactly true for everyone, because not all weight problems are created equal. People who are ‘fat’ (body mass of 30 or higher) face biological hurdles that the rest of us who are merely ‘overweight’ don’t. The findings were published last fall in The New England Journal of Medicine and reported Dec. 28 in New York Times Magazine. Disturbingly, after the obese subjects lost weight (as little as 30 pounds), their hunger hormones increased and their metabolism and hunger suppressants decreased. That’s a body blow against weight loss—and a reality check for anyone who thinks that obesity is all about willpower. What it means in day-to-day terms is that someone who diets down to 130 pounds would have to eat less and exercise more, every single day, than other 130-pounders just to keep that weight off. The only person I know who has been successful at this—losing 70 pounds 20 years ago and keeping it off—is as vigilant now as the day she started. But it has been a lifelong mission: Not only does she exercise two to three hours a day, she has to do it hungry. —Dorothy F. Weiner Editor in Chief

[ on the cover ] The 2012 St. Louis Heart Ball, a benefit for the American Heart Association, takes place March 10 at The Ritz-Carlton. The event features auctions, dinner and live entertainment by musical legend Smokey Robinson. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Pictured on the cover: Smokey Robinson. For more information or to reserve a table, call 314.692.5617 or visit heart.org/stlheartball. Cover design by sarah gibson Cover photo by Colin Miller of Strauss Peyton

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6 Cover story – American Heart Association 7 Charlie’s Town 8 Town Talk 9 Bookshelf – F. Scotch Fitzgerald 10 Reaching Out – Crudem Foundation 11 Nonprofit Datebook 12 Sports Standouts 13 Heard in the Halls 14 The Insider | Enterprises | 16 Cover story – Blackwell Professional Security Services 18 DayMakers – Lance White at Neiman Marcus 19 Nostalgia – Clayton National Bank 20 Get to Know – Eric Thoelke 21 Business Beat

[ photo album ] 23 Happenings 24 I Do! – Kelly Jordan & Stephen Jakubowski 25 I Do! – Genny Lamboley & Matt Jessee 26 SNAPPED! The Mission Continues 27 World Pediatric Project 28 National Kidney Foundation 28 Wings of Hope 29 Stages St. Louis 30 St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors 31 Friends of Kids with Cancer

20 [ style ] 32 Home – The High Life 35 Fashion – Hard Copy 36 Fashion – Back to Reality

[ health&beauty ] | Healthy Eating | 42 Cover story – Metabolic Meals 43 Better Nutrition for Your Time & Money 45 Parent Trap – The ‘Weighting’ Game 46 Problem Solved – Men’s Razor Burn 47 What’s Your Nutrition Routine? – Kate Geagan

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48 On the Table – Vino Nadoz 51 Quick Bites from Sauce Magazine 51 Front & Center 58 Community Calendar

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51 T&S Properties – 6450 Ellenwood Ave. 54 Sold! 52 Open House 54 Homework

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by tony di martino As head of World Wide Technologies, David Steward is understandably intrigued by the high-tech world of contemporary science and medicine. But that’s not the only reason he and his wife Thelma agreed to chair the American Heart Association’s 2012 Heart Ball. “Just about every family we know has felt the impact of heart disease,” Steward says. “It cuts down way too many people in their prime, including my father, who passed away in 1999. It runs in Thelma’s family, too.” Cardiovascular diseases and stroke are America’s No. 1 killers, responsible for nearly 19,000 deaths a year in Missouri alone, more than the next four causes of death combined. Since 1924, the American Heart Association has united volunteers, health care providers, donors and survivors in the fight to build healthier lives. “The association supports research, community outreach activities and education programs, and advocates for improved public health policies and systems,” Steward explains. Over the years, it has funded nearly 150 studies at institutions across the country, including Washington University School of Medicine, University of Missouri and Saint Louis University. The American Heart Association also works hand-in-hand with families, schools and businesses by establishing nutrition and fitness programs, CPR training and other wellness projects. Targeted initiatives such as Go Red for Women, Power to End Stroke and Hoops for Heart raise awareness and encourage healthy behavioral changes. The annual Heart Ball generates much-needed financial support. “Last year’s Heart Ball campaign raised more than $51 million nationwide, allowing the American Heart Association to fund more than $120 million in research and programs,” Steward says. The 2012 event, March 10 at The Ritz-Carlton, features Motown legend Smokey Robinson. “We promise you an exciting night filled with great music and amazing stories of life-saving medical advances,” Steward says. Ameren Missouri CEO Warner Baxter serves as vice-chair. “Great progress has been made in the fight against heart disease, but the ultimate goal is to keep it from occurring in the first place,” Steward says. “We need to eradicate cardiovascular diseases and stay a step ahead of the challenges they present.” That’s why he supports the American Heart Association. “The good people there have a strategy and a plan. They’re working to save lives and improve the health of St. Louisans not just for today, but for generations to come. I’m encouraged to see resources going where they need to go.” “We’re honored to have David Steward chair the Heart Ball,” says executive director Tracy Brazelton of American Heart Association Metro St. Louis. “He has an incredible history of fundraising success, and he’s one of the most generous, gracious individuals with whom I’ve ever had the pleasure to work. His goal is to make the Heart Ball one of the top social events in St. Louis and in the country, and to create a sustainability plan that will significantly impact our ability to fund our mission. We have every confidence he’ll succeed.”

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by charlie brennan [ I can’t remember the last time Meet Me in St. Louis was in a St. Louis theater, but according to The Guardian newspaper of London, Judy Garland’s 1944 classic played on 12 screens there in December. In a review, the same paper described it as “a movie that defines perfection.” ]

[ Falling, an original play written by Fontbonne University professor of fine arts Deanna Jent, might be heading off-Broadway. Producer Terry Schnuck has the option for the production and is putting together a business plan. Cross your fingers for a July opening. Jent, husband Steve and their children live in Webster Groves. ]

[ This month ABC cancelled the sitcom Work It after just two episodes. The show was about two St. Louis men who got fired from a car dealership and could find work only selling pharmaceuticals… dressed as women. In the first episode, one character referred to a bar named “Stormy’s, which has the best daiquiris in St. Louis.” ]

[ FURminator makes pet grooming tools. According to The Wall Street Journal, it also makes lawsuits. The paper just ran a front page story detailing how the St. Louis-based company, since 2006, has filed 20 federal lawsuits defending its patents. FURminator was sold for $140 million in December to Spectrum Brand Holdings. The new owners have given no indication they will stop protecting their company’s innovations in pet hair removal. ]

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[ Former President Bill Clinton has endorsed Think and Grow Thin, the new book by weight loss specialist Charles D’Angelo of Webster Groves. D’Angelo’s clients include Sen. Claire McCaskill. Clinton, now a vegan, has not worked with D’Angelo but agreed to offer a blurb for the book after reading it. ]

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On behalf of our patients, we thank our physicians and hospital staff who save hearts at Missouri Baptist. The work you do is inspiring. We’re honored to receive yet another year of recognition.

[ If anyone should write a book, it is Jay Randolph Sr. For 54 years, he announced games of the Dallas Cowboys, St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati Reds and Florida Marlins and has worked professional bowling and golf broadcasts, as well as three Olympics. His dad, Jennings, was a congressman and senator from West Virginia, so Jay can recall being a 4-year-old scampering on the South Lawn for an Easter Egg hunt when Franklin Roosevelt was president. He and his wife Sue have moved from Creve Coeur to a home in Kirkwood. ]

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David Faulkner, unanimously selected by the Brentwood board of education, will become superintendent of Brentwood schools in July upon the retirement of Charles Penberthy. Faulkner, 48, has been an educator for 25 years. Serving 14 years as a teacher and 11 as an administrator, Faulkner came to Brentwood in 2004, where he started as principal of the high school. He was named assistant superintendent in 2008. Faulkner taught in Clayton for nine years and started his administrative career in Ladue. He is a doctoral candidate in educational leadership and policy studies at the University of MissouriSt. Louis. It takes a special kind of person to wade into the fray in a school district facing a shortfall of nearly $10 million, but that’s exactly what Kim Appelbaum has done. The district almost got away with not holding an April election, but Appelbaum threw her hat into the ring on the last day to file, Jan. 17, to become one of three candidates for two seats. Incumbents are Helen Casteel and board vice president Beth Feldman. At present, the state of finances in the Parkway School District would necessitate changes from staff cuts to electronic report cards. Staff cuts, if carried through, would be unfortunate. But electronic report cards? Try to keep your parents from seeing those, you little would-be hackers. In another installment of gamely answering a question you may not even have thought to ask, Just what the heck are these extra pennies in sales tax going toward? Here’s how they’ve added up for Shaw Park: Clayton has received a grant of $232,000 to resurface its 10 tennis courts with post-tension concrete. Clayton is among several

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beneficiaries in our readership area of about $3 million from the county’s Municipal Park Grant Commission, formed by a voter-approved sales-tax hike in 2000. Upgrades also are slated for Lockwood Park in Webster Groves, Heman Park in U. City and the Family Aquatic Center in Chesterfield. The chickens are coming, the chickens are coming! Oh my gosh, eggs! That’s right, it’s final. And the sky is not falling, nor will it. Honest. Creve Coeur lawmakers unanimously approved an ordinance that allows residents to keep chickens for non-commercial, non-breeding purposes. Chicken hens, that is. Roosters are verboten, because they’re noisy. It’s that whole thing about crowing in the morning when the sun comes up. If this all sounds like a kindergarten lesson, it is. Boys and girls, one more time: The birds will roost in enclosures, kept from running loose by chicken wire. No chickens, ever, will come over to peck/poop in your yard! Class dismissed. Authorities say the deer that bowled over a woman, then slammed into a store window, was likely spooked by traffic. The woman, 53, was knocked to the pavement and hospitalized for a head injury. Although the freak accident at Arvin Auto Service, 15971 Manchester Road, is less likely than being struck by lightning, it does speak to deer overpopulation in West County: Ellisville has 65 animals per square mile, double the 25 to 30 city officials say it should be. The average deer weighs as much as 200 pounds and can run about 35 mph for short distances, faster than a dog. While plenty of drivers can attest to damage the critters can do to a car, very few pedestrians have gone toe to hoof with one and been able to tell the tale.

The last two city zoning decisions we questioned left us scratching our heads about A) return on investment and B) historical integrity. The one this go-round, let’s call it C, has to do with the expanded gas station that recently got the go-ahead for Geyer and Manchester roads. Some neighbors don’t like what they’ll hear or see with C. They’ll wistfully recall the existing station as an oasis of quiet after a planned Mobil On the Run store opens, which will probably be more like a corner truck stop. Well, folks, it’s Manchester Road, which to most people around here is Main Street. By and large, it’s been zoned commercial for ages. We feel your pain, sort of, but mostly understand why your NIMBY squawks fell on deaf ears. When a fire destroyed the vintage home housing his dental practice, Wayne Fischer, lost much more than equipment, patient records and the place where to earns his living. The dentist, 64, lost dozens of conversationstarters: baseball memorabilia worth thousands of dollars. The fire, which started the night of Jan. 12 and flared up again early the next morning, was very difficult to control because of the cold, officials say. No one was hurt, but the family that lived upstairs lost not only their residence, but antiques and family memorabilia. Located at 3004 Sutton Blvd., the house was built in 1904. Matt Quain, 52, is now a twice-unlucky victim of the violent practice known as ‘knockout king.’ He was walking home from Schnucks on South Grand late one night last October when a swarm of cowardly teen thugs knocked him to the ground and continued to punch and kick him, breaking his jaw and leaving him unconscious. Mayor Francis Slay’s car

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happened upon the scene, scattering the kids, who were later identified. But when a key witness failed to show up for court a few weeks ago, the case was dismissed, and Quain watched in disgust as his attackers high-fived each other. Slay says the perps probably intimidated the witness, a girl, 13. Last week, two of these delinquents had the audacity to approach Quain again, but fled when he pulled out his pepper spray. In the wake of a dozen burglaries and halfdozen attempts since the first of the year, U. City residents are stepping up their neighborhood watch efforts. They met Jan. 17 with cops at a community center to discuss the recent string of break-ins, and learned that keeping the crooks away is a lot like football: The best offense is a good defense. Cops say two dozen neighborhood watch groups are active city-wide, and residents who feel violated by the latest rash of break-ins and attempts are stepping up their game. Get to know your neighbors, police say. Call one another if something seems awry. Meanwhile, city residents can contact the police department to schedule a security audit of their home and premises. Dr. Randy Jotte, an also-ran in two previous area political contests, is mulling over joining the fray for Todd Akin’s Republican spot in the 2nd District of the U.S. House of Representatives. An ER physician who lives in Webster Groves, Jotte is more socially moderate than either Ann Wagner or Tea Party favorite Ed Martin. Jotte most recently faced Jeanne Kirkton in his run for the Missouri General Assembly; Kirkton, a Democrat, is now running for reelection. Jotte also ran for a seat on the St. Louis County Council.

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bookshelf ] f. scotch fitzgerald by lauren madras

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Members | Front row: Steven and Shira Gersten, Elle and Andrew Madras Back row: Alex Gremp, Greg Kamal, Ian Arndt, Adam Gremp, Marcus Grillot, Kevin Webb. (Not pictured: Emily and Mike Bell) About the Club | F. Scotch Fitzgerald is my own book club, which I started after I began writing this column and saw how much fun book clubs were having! We are young professionals and graduate students, and we take our name from a shared love of the Jazz Age writer—and the cocktails we pour at our quarterly meetings. About the Book | The Great Gatsby is the most famous of Fitzgerald’s novels—although not everyone’s favorite. We decided to read it again because there is a movie adaptation set to be released next Christmas starring Leonardo DiCaprio (Jay Gatsby), Carey Mulligan (Daisy Buchanan) and Tobey Maguire (Nick Carraway), directed by Baz Luhrmann. Almost every member had read the book before, either in high school or college.

There are so many similarities between Fitzgerald’s characterizations and Bravo reality TV, it makes me think the Real Housewives are complicit in their own satire.

While I like him best of all the characters, Nick Carraway, doesn’t seem to really live. He watches Gatsby’s hijinks without any of the risk or reward, no different from the readers.

—Adam Gremp

—Kevin Webb

—Andrew Madras

February 4 Is There Room for Mercy in the Sexuality Debates? Shifting the Terms of our Religious-Political Stalemate. Marie Griffith, Danforth Distinguished Professor in the Humanities

February 11 Physicians and Ethics Ira Kodner, Gershman Professor of Surgery

February 18 The Works of Mercy Daniel bornstein, Darrow Professor of Catholic Studies

February 25 Shakespeare: The Merciless and the Merciful robert Wiltenburg, Dean of University College

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The character of Jay Gatsby really shows how a Midwestern kid can make it good in the big city, provided he is a shady bootlegger with few scruples.

Join us as we consider the concept and practice of mercy from several disciplinary directions, including politics, medicine, religious studies, and literature. The lectures are offered free of charge and online registration is requested.

I don’t know if Tobey Maguire will be a good Nick. He seems too gullible—Nick needs to have a narrowed eye, a skeptical demeanor. On the other hand, DiCaprio is a chameleon and seems perfect for the role of Jay. —Shira Gersten

This is the fifth time I’ve read the book, and the last line still says it all for me: ‘So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.’

It doesn’t seem like a bad life, with all the drinking and carrying on, but it does seem like a lonely one. No one really knows anyone.

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[ former faves ]

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows J.K. Rowling

No Exit Jean-Paul Sartre

Black’s Law Infinite Jest David Foster Wallace Dictionary Bryan A. Garner

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reaching Out Crudem Foundation ] The Crudem Foundation provides accessible health care to the poor of northern Haiti, trains Haitian medical staff supported by volunteer specialists, and practices Christian compassion and respect for individual dignity.

by catherine klene a special volunteer | The first year Dr. Mike McCadden volunteered through Crudem, he found himself in the middle of a dermatology clinic with a screaming baby who had a vicious rash across his lower face, neck and chest. A biopsy revealed it was actually a burn; the mother had taken her child to a local voodoo doctor, who recommended a remedy that in fact was burning the infant’s skin. McCadden was able to help the mother and baby, who healed with proper treatment. “The child improved dramatically when his mother stopped using the voodoo medicine,” he says. McCadden began traveling to Haiti four years ago after friend and founder Carlos Reese and son Steve Reese encouraged him to experience Haiti firsthand. The extent of poverty and desperate need for medical care stunned McCadden. “Even common diseases can be extreme there because they aren’t treated,” he says. When McCadden returned to Hôpital Sacré Coeur in February 2010, he thought he would dive into the emergency cases. To his surprise, the hospital director insisted McCadden offer his usual dermatology clinics. “I was expecting to take care of a lot of earthquake victims, but the hospital director told me, ‘These people have walked two or three days to see you. We can’t cancel these clinics,’” McCadden says. Since 2008, he operates regular clinics and coordinates lectures during his yearly visits. “If I can teach Haitian doctors some basic dermatology, they can carry this on for the rest of their profession and improve the quality of life for all their patients,” he says. “I get more out of my trips than I give every year. It’s a good feeling to serve my fellow man, and through that, God.”

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about us | It’s been two years since a devastating earthquake rocked Haiti to its core. Images of loss and devastation moved the world to rally behind the small, impoverished country. But Haiti’s problems existed long before 2010, says internal medicine specialist Dr. William Guyol Jr., whose work as current board vice president of Crudem Foundation helps tackle those problems. Moved by the work of a Canadian Catholic order, St. Louisans Dr. Ted Debuque Jr. and Carlos Reese established the Crudem Foundation to provide medical care to its hospital, Hôpital Sacré Coeur in Milot, Haiti in 1986. A board of directors headed by laypeople took over Crudem and the hospital in 1991. Today, medical volunteers from around the U.S. donate time, supplies and skills to Hôpital Sacré Coeur each year, traveling to Haiti to treat and teach. “Our goal is to enable Haitians to take care of Haitians, ” says Guyol, board of directors vice president. “It doesn’t

do them a whole lot of good for us to just work and leave. We work side-by-side with Haitians and present lectures so the hospital functions without volunteers there.” Guyol was on hand for the slew of earthquake victims from Port-Au-Prince who were sent to Milot for treatment. “The earthquake showed you the best of humanity at the worst of times,” Guyol says. “As horrible as it was, it was an unforgettable experience because of the generosity of the Haitians, who bent over backward to take care of these people from Port-Au-Prince.” Today Hôpital Sacré Coeur is widely regarded as the best hospital in Haiti, thanks in large part to Crudem’s efforts. Guyol, who has volunteered twice a year for six years now, says the Haitians’ generosity amazes him each time. “You just need to go once to fall in love with the people of Haiti,” he says. “It’s sheer joy to know and serve them. It’s a part of my Catholic faith, but also as a doctor, it’s wonderful to use my skills to treat them.”

[ how you can help ] Crudem Foundation needs skilled labor volunteers to construct a hospital expansion. It is also seeking financial contributions, volunteers, supplies and medicine. For more information, go to crudem.org. Dr. Mike McCadden with a patient

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>>‘Angel in Disguise’ trivia night

Sign of the Arrow 7 p.m. | The Heights (Richmond Heights Community Center) signofthearrow.com

>>‘Art Feast,’ signature annual benefit Chesterfield Arts 6 p.m. | Kemp Auto Museum chesterfieldarts.org

>>Annual Gala Celebrating

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[ sluh versus sluh ]

by catherine klene

At the start of the season, Joe Koestner had a problem most coaches dream of: He had so much talent on the SLUH racquetball team, he had to petition the Missouri High School JOE CULVER Racquetball Association to create a second varsity team. “I took my top seniors and put them on varsity one, and the next set of players right behind them made second team,” Koestner says. “This allowed them to play at the varsity level, not junior varsity where they would have been too much better than the other teams.” The Jr. Billikens are continuing an undefeated season, with most matches ending in shutouts. The record should come as no surprise; SLUH has won seven of the last 10 state champions and five national championships. Seniors Fritz Simmon, Rob Laurenitus and Lorenzo Crim are all individual national title holders. “Coming into this season with three national champions, I knew we were going to have a strong starting base,” Koestner says. Believe it or not, most members of the team had never picked up a racquet before high school. He finds many players take on the game to cross-train in the off-season. “Except for a few younger brothers of former players, most start as freshmen,” he says. “My seniors and upperclassmen do a lot of recruiting. Everybody has fun, and the cream rises to the top. These highly talented kids are looking for another venue to play sports, and racquetball fills that spot.” Koestner says few outside the school are aware of the program’s success, despite the team’s eye-popping records. But after 27 years and little recognition, Koestner says he and his fellow coaches are still just as eager for the next crop of recruits. “Every year, I think I should just retire with this bunch of seniors,” he says. “Then I get to know the new freshmen, and they are so excited and talented that I get excited about seeing them come up.”

practice makes parkway senior perfect Parkway North senior Darrell Johnson knows basketball is more than just popping impressive shots. The key to victory, he says, is the work an athlete puts in off the court. “It was actually my defensive line coach in football who kept me in the weight room, getting me ready for basketball and football season,” Johnson says. “His mentality is always, Don’t let anyone outwork you.” Few have been able to outwork the Vikings this season. With a 10-4 record, Johnson says the team’s considerable talent was honed through countless drills resulting in muscle memory. Johnson, a 6-foot-8-inch forward, holds the top spot in the area with 81 blocked shots. “What’s working for us is we have a little bit of an edge,” he says. “Coach (Russell Vincent) pushes us hard in practice, and we follow it up on the court. The key is practicing how we play. We go through the same motions as if we were in the game. We also do a lot of read and react in practice, so we can make the right decision and improve our basketball IQ.” Game IQ isn’t Johnson’s only goal. He hopes to earn a basketball scholarship to an East Coast school and study nuclear medicine or nuclear engineering. “As a senior, my focus this year is keeping my team together and working hard, but also I am staying focused in the classroom,” he says. “Our coach takes our grades very seriously, and we’re working hard to keep our team GPA up.” darrell johnson

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talk to… [ lianna doty ]

Most Division I basketball players are not 5-foot-6 like Lianna Doty, but don’t tell her that. The senior point guard has driven the Kirkwood girls team to a 14-2 record, and she recently made her 1,000th high school career point. Doty has played varsity all four years, and her recent commitment to Mizzou proves hoops talent comes in small—and quickthinking—packages. You’ve played basketball since the third grade. Why have you stuck with it?

“I love how many different aspects of the game there are. You don’t have to just be quick. There are skills, leadership... Basketball incorporates everything an athlete should be.” Point guards are responsible for running the plays—and thinking fast if they go awry. How do you handle the pressure?

“I don’t think of it as a lot of pressure; I think of it as a challenge. It’s fun, and you learn to become a lot better at leadership skills. If your post travels, that’s on you. You run the team. In a game, it’s all reaction. I watch a lot of film and that helps me see what I missed on the court so I can focus on it for the next game.” any thoughts on your last varsity year?

“All four years, seniors told me, ‘You guys got next year. You’ll be great.’ Now this is it. This is the last year of high school. It puts a different pressure on you. It’s exciting, but you want to end big.”

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by lauren madras Westminster Christian Academy & Ladue School District

The relationship between Westminster and Ladue schools goes beyond the transfer of a building on Ladue Road. The school district recently awarded the private school with the 2011 Ladue Schools Friends of Education Award, given to members of the community who have gone above and beyond what would normally be expected.

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Rossman School Students raised $384 to buy blankets for Circle of Concern by holding No Dress Code Day. Participants paid $2 for the right to disregard the school’s dress code for the day, donning more casual clothing instead. The fundraiser coincides with a school-wide effort in December to collect everyday items for the charity, which feeds the hungry and provides long-term and emergency assistance to low-income families in St. Louis County.

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Junior Kristen Stazzone was granted one of the 2011-2012 KMOX/Southeast Missouri State University Student of Achievement Awards. Each year, 30 area students are recognized for accomplishments and leadership skills. Recipients are granted a $12,000 scholarship to attend SEMO in the fall of 2013.

MICDS Second grade students teamed with The St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission (CVC) to design tours of the city. The class has a year-long focus on community, driven by the question, What brings people together? They are working on a unit about St. Louis, studying the different municipalities and landmarks, and how shared places impact city residents. This has them working with the CVC to create a ‘kid-generated tour’ for explorestlouis.com. Small groups of students wrote about individual tour stops and created short presentations on how children could enjoy them.

Chesterfield Montessori School This month, students are joining the new chess club to learn the game and develop their critical thinking skills. Chess teacher Joseph Garnier has taught in more than 25 other schools. He is an United States Chess Federation expert rated player and the 2005 Missouri Scholastic Champion.

Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School Families and preschool children celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan. 16. The children sang freedom songs, worked on a service project for needy children, made a messy snack and worked on craft projects together.

Parkway School District Four students who take piano lessons with Marlita Weiss won first-place trophies at the recent Missouri Music Teachers Association piano competition: Hannah Li, first place grade 3 and first place grades 4 to 6 duet; Lily Xu, first place grade 8; and Lilly Dong, first place grade 4 and grades 4 to 6 duets. These students also won honors at the World Piano Competition of Cincinnati, and the winners are invited to play at the Weill Recital Hall of Carnegie Hall.

A documented history about Ladue’s rural-to-regal transformation by Charlene Bry

More information at www.LadueFound.com Ladue Found is available at Barnes & Noble Ladue Crossing, Missouri History Museum’s gift shop, Neiman Marcus gift department, the Service Bureau, Ladue Pharmacy, Schnarr’s Hardware, Left Bank Books, Diane Breckenridge Interiors andLadueFound.com. Proceeds benefit the scholarshiP fund at ladue horton Watkins high school

Share your school news by emailing us at tellus@townandstyle.com or go to our Facebook page and post your photos, stories and more! JANUARY 25, 2012

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the[in]sider by tony di martino [ Meet Us at The Muny ] Thanks to a $1 million gift from the David B. Lichtenstein Foundation, visitors to The Muny in Forest Park will soon enjoy a renovated concession area. Located near the venue’s east entrance, the new Cafe One will feature expanded and upgraded concessions and continue to offer preshow entertainment. “The reimagined area enables us to offer a greatly improved and more enjoyable audience experience,” says Muny president Dennis Reagan. Construction begins in fall 2013.

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[ Faith in Action ] Rev. Earl E. Nance Jr., pastor of Greater Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, recently received Congregation Temple Israel’s Malachi Award for Interfaith Relations and Understanding. The honor was presented at a worship service in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Rev. Nance is a true leader in promoting dialogue in the interfaith community and across racial divides,” says Rabbi Amy Feder. Nance has led numerous organizations, including Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club and the St. Louis board of education. He co-founded Interfaith Partnership/Faith Beyond Walls with Temple Israel’s Rabbi Emeritus Mark Shook. Rich and Terri loRusso LoRusso

Rev. Earl E. Nance Jr.

[ Pasta Fest ] If you’re ready to abandon your New Year’s weight-loss resolutions for a worthy cause, the Jan. 30 Pasta Bowl event at LoRusso’s Cucina is a good place to do it. For $65 per person plus gratuity, attendees can enjoy three pasta dishes and vote on their favorite. This year’s choices are ziti con vodka, linguine di carciofi and fettuccine pollo asiago. The winning pasta will be featured on LoRusso’s menu for the entire year. Each time the dish is ordered, local food bank Operation Food Search receives $2. “Over the years, the Pasta Bowl has raised more than $60,000 for Operation Food Search,” says OFS executive director Sunny Schaefer. “For every dollar donated by individuals and business owners like Rich LoRusso, we provide $20 worth of food and nutrition services to help the hungry.” Doors open at 6 p.m. To make a reservation, call LoRusso’s at 314.647.6222, ext. 102.

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Mary Jo Blackwood, Town&Style’s health editor, had an out-of-this-world experience at the recent world premiere of Space Junk 3D, held at the Saint Louis Science Center’s OMNIMAX Theater. The documentary focuses on the dangers presented by more than 6,000 tons of space program debris clogging Earth’s orbit. Blackwood got to meet the film’s director, Melissa Butts, and Don ‘The Father of Space Junk’ Kessler, retired director of NASA’s office of orbital debris. “Most scientists agree we’ve reached the tipping point; orbital debris will continue to grow if we don’t address the problem,” Kessler told Blackwood.

[ Back to the Future ] If you’ve experienced deja vu when tuning into KSHE-95 lately, it’s because John Ulett is hosting an all-rock morning show weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m. Ulett, who has been with KSHE 35 years, recently replaced the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom Show, which focused more on Howard Stern-style comedy than music. “John’s the perfect person to lead this change—he grew up here and understands what St. Louisans want to hear,” says KSHE vice president of rock Rick Balis. Lauren ‘Lern’ Colvin, also a native St. Louisan, rides shotgun, providing news and traffic reports.

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West County now has its own school of nursing. Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College have teamed up to open a state-of-the-art nursing school at MoBap’s Town & Country campus. The $12.6 million, 42,750 square-foot education, research and training facility houses classrooms and advanced simulation labs. “Our vision is to become one of the region’s premier teaching and research hospitals for nurses,” says vice president and chief nurse executive Tim Mislan. The Clinical Learning Institute will graduate more than 100 nurses per year.

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Lance White doesn’t need a special occasion to greet people. His Neiman Marcus customers are used to hearing his cheerful ‘Happy Friday!’ (or whatever day it is) when they approach the designer jewelry department—and sometimes, the sales associate says, customers beat him to the punch! The trained artist has made a career of advising customers about jewelry—and has developed quite a following. When not at Neiman Marcus, White paints and works in several other mediums and teaches art privately. It’s that artistic eye (and professional approach) that keep customers returning to his counter year after year. You’ve worked for high-end retailers for a number of years, including Barneys New York, Polo Ralph Lauren and Tiffany & Co. How did you get started? It was a pleasant surprise. I began working in retail midway through my education at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. It was a good fit for me when you consider the relationship between fashion, objects, jewelry and art. It’s one major vocabulary, and they feed into each other nicely. You have a reputation for providing expert advice, even if a customer isn’t looking to buy. I really enjoy being able to address customer questions and needs. Sometimes what they really need is just a personal interaction. It’s why they’re in the store, not online. As a customer, I love that kind of experience, and hope anyone waiting on me would be willing to offer information without a sale needing to be involved.

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How do you help a customer choose the best piece? I look at my customers like sculpture. Certain things are going to come to the forefront, and if we can talk about it together while she’s looking in the mirror, I might get her to try something a little out of the box for her, but not out of her comfort level. I want someone to still feel like themselves and to acquire something new and wonderful for their collection. What has this job taught you about yourself? Be grateful for the daily interactions. I don’t sit behind a desk and stare at walls all day, and I don’t dig a ditch. I’m a lucky person who gets to interact, learn wonderful things and listen to incredible stories. I’m also much more open to suggestions from good salespeople when I shop. What are some of the best parts of your job? I enjoy being immersed in a beautiful environment with incredible people, internally and externally. I have a passion for what we do. You’re never really aware of what challenges a person is facing before they arrive. I love improving someone’s bad day.

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The distinctive building at 7817 Forsyth Blvd. was built in 1935 for Clayton National Bank. It’s a familiar sight to anyone who has known it in many incarnations: a bank, a mortgage company and a pizza parlor. The building was designed by the famed firm of Maritz, Young & Dusard, known for many other notable buildings from Clayton City Hall and Westwood Country Club to grand homes in Carrswold and Brentmoor. In 1977, St. Louisan David Weber operated a successful pizza restaurant there, First, Federal, Frank & Crust, Co. Weber had worked in New York City and had a vision to bring the pizza he loved to his hometown. After scouting numerous locations, Weber opened his first location downtown at 10th and Olive streets, then came to this building in Clayton for his second spot. It has been owned by Gershman Mortgage since the early 1970s. Weber cleverly used the banking theme to develop his restaurant, including décor, menu and, of course, the name. He constructed teller windows for placing orders, kept the original safe, and used the vault room for seating. Menus were printed on banking check paper. One popular featured food was The Bankroll, wrapped pizza dough filled with meats, and many other menu items got their names from the banking industry. “My mom made the heavenly hash and we called it Divvies—like dividends— because it was the dessert, or what you got at the end,” Weber says. The pizza parlor enjoyed a great run of eight years until Weber moved the restaurant into the Galleria. Weber was honored by the St. Louis County Historic Buildings Commission in 1982 for Excellent Adaptive Reuse of the bank building. Gershman again occupied the building as a mortgage servicing center for 15-plus years. Then Mark Zorensky’s Hycel Properties was a tenant for another eight years. The 6,700-square-foot space with two floors is now available for lease. When the building’s old systems were replaced, the vault had to be removed. Still, it offers an illustrious history for the right occupant. And, who knows, maybe there’s money buried in the walls! If you would like to contribute a memory, please contact judy at nostalgia@townandstyle.com

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What’s Next is a small group coaching program that meets weekly for six weeks. You will: u assess your strengths, values and priorities u take stock of who you are and what you have to offer u gain a sense of purpose and clarity about your next steps u leave with an action plan to help you reach your goals

Learn more: www.ChestertonAndCo.com | 314 703 7420 Beth Chesterton helps people achieve real, measurable, immediate and long-term positive change. She draws on more than two decades of experience working with Fortune 500 companies, as well as schools and small businesses, providing training and counsel to thousands of individuals.

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The American Heart Association honors Dr. Hendrick Barner with the Hugh D. McCulloch Award at this year’s Heart Ball (heart.org/stlouis)... Luxury real estate agency Gladys Manion earned a spot on the St. Louis Business Journal’s 2011 Top Listmakers with an average sale price of $651,673 (gladysmanion.com)... Hais, Hais Goldberger & Coyne is celebrating its 33rd anniverary and has been included in a local magazine’s Best Lawyers list as among “the most reliable, trustworthy attorneys in the area.” (hhgc-law.com) gladys manion

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Pamela Rayburn has joined Home Helpers as a care coordinator, where she ensures client expectations are met and creates a quarterly newsletter to keep clients and caregivers informed (homehelpersstl. com)... Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty welcomes its newest agent, Catherine McGovern (diemannsothebysrealty.com)... Sterling Bank will unveil All the King’s Men, a limitededition piece by artist Johnny Swing, on March 1. The sculpture is currently en route from Sotheby’s New York (sterbank.com)...

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Participants in Chesterton & Co.’s new ‘What’s Next?’ program report that it has given them the time and tools for a more focused, meaningful and productive 2012 (chestertonandco.com)... Food for thought from Margo L. Green of Green, Cordonnier & House: From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry, newlywed divorces seem to be the ‘in thing’ lately. If both stars had done some premarital planning with family law attorneys, perhaps their marriages wouldn’t be making headlines now (314.726.0455)...

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REALTOR Housing Assistance Fund

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The St. Louis Association of REALTORS helped build a better future for area homeless by raising $37,500 for 28 local charities, including Salvation Army, Lemay Housing Partnership and Rebuilding Together.

The Belle Center raised $42,500 for its work on behalf of children with disabilities and their families at its sixth annual Almonds Dinner. Nearly 100 guests attended. Colleen Hoffmann, Amy Piechowski, Katie Grealis, Annie Zipf

Crisis Nursery St. Charles

Healing hearts was the guiding force for Crisis Nursery St. Charles’ ‘Over the Top for Tots’ event, where more than $80,000 was raised to fund art and play therapy for children. More than 450 guests were in attendance. Penny Rogers, Heidi Sowatsky, Karen Prideaux

YWCA Leader Lunch

Kabbalah Centre Bookstore

The YWCA of Metro St. Louis honored 11 area women at its Leader Lunch, recognizing their efforts to advance women and eliminate racism in the community.

St. Louis’ first Kabbalah Centre bookstore, located in Clayton, held its grand opening Jan. 10. Senior instructor Yehuda Guez spoke to those in attendance.

Joy Burns, Emma Mutrux, Racial Justice Leader honoree Jane Towater

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Gilbert’s, serving expertly aged Prime Black Angus steaks and seafood cooked over an open wood fire – at a surprisingly down-to-earth value. Don’t miss our signature Manhattans and Negronis, barrel-aged on premise for a minimum of 5 weeks; the perfect accompaniment to a 6 oz. filet with scallops, crab cake or bourbon maple shrimp, a Mishima Ranch Wagyu burger or a 10 oz. Prime Angus Top Sirloin paired with garlic broccolini and wild mushroom risotto. Cozy up to the bar or sink into a spacious fireside booth and experience the rich surrounds, thoughtful service and quality steakhouse fare that have earned J. Gilbert’s a sterling reputation in Washington, D.C., Kansas City and Columbus.

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For Kelly and Stephen, friends and family are paramount. They met through shared friendships, and when it came to their wedding, those close to them played key roles. The couple called on their talented friends and siblings to take on integral parts—Stephen’s sister, Jenn Jakubowski, designed and baked the cake, alternating white and chocolate layers with raspberry filling, topped with fresh flowers. On their wedding day, both mothers read Bible passages during the ceremony and participated in the lighting of the unity candle. Kelly’s brother TJ played the guitar, and family friend Denise Miller played the flute before the ceremony. The photographer, Adam Wisneski, is a friend of the bride; the reception DJ is also a friend. The wedding kicked off with Eric Clapton’s Wonderful Tonight. The wedding was fun and flirty with a hot pink and black palette. There were classic touches as well, like the lush, romantic flowers the bride carried and the centerpieces of white hydrangeas, hot pink roses and Stargazer Lilies. The bride’s female attendants donned chic cocktail dresses. A guest favorite was the candy bar buffet, where they helped themselves to wedding favors that brought out the inner child in everyone.

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Matt and Genny got engaged while living in Washington D.C., and with many of their guests coming from out of town, they wanted to highlight the best their hometown had to offer. That’s why they chose the Arch and riverfront as a backdrop for the day’s festivities. The pair planned a traditional wedding, and they chose one of the oldest Catholic churches in St. Louis, the Basilica of St. Louis, King of France—more commonly known as the Old Cathedral. The steepled white church is at the edge of the river. Matt proposed with his grandmother’s engagement ring, a family heirloom, and Genny chose a strapless dress. “I felt like a princess in my gown,” Genny says. “I loved to move in it.” The newlyweds started the dancing with Unchained Melody by the Righteous Brothers—a song they knew they’d hear again at other weddings. “We wanted to have that moment in the future,” she says. The lyrics also were important, as they traced the way the couple first got together—each going their separate ways, but coming back together in the end. It was five years after they met before they started dating in D.C., even though they discovered they’d grown up just blocks from each other in St. Louis.

Bride’s parents | Cynthia Lamboley, Rusty & Diane Lamboley Groom’s parents | Tim & Carol Size, Dan & Renee Jessee Bridesmaids | Danielle Piacente, Lori Farrelly, Barbara Balossi, Mary Hawley, Patty Reilly, Corinne Jessee, Rachel Jessee, Annie Komadoski, Kelly McNair, Emma Dinzebach Groomsmen | Jack Oliver, Danny Size, Bill Lamboley, Brian Lamboley, Matt Balossi, Andrew Reilly, Grant Edwards, Chis Tkach, Mat Lapinski, Nate Morris Ushers | Seth Appleton, Jesse Appleton, Chris Krueger, John Goodwin, Caleb Jones Ring bearers & Flower Girls | Lio Balossi, Noah Balossi, Willa Van Cleaf, Carys Canepa JANUARY 25, 2012

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[SNAPPED!] the mission continues by carla falasco What | Veterans Day Gala Where | The Chase Park Plaza When | Nov. 5 Why | To honor the service of all veterans and celebrate the post-9/11 veterans who exercise their leadership skills at nonprofit organizations as part of The Mission Continues fellowship program Who | CEO Eric Greitens, event co-chairs Steve Johnston and Nick Sansone, emcee Jamie Allman of 97.1 FM News Talk, Featured Fellow Anthony Smith, and five Fellows representing the nationwide effort to mobilize veterans into service action Highlights | Honored guest, author, and NBC News special correspondent Tom Brokaw

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by carla falasco What | Treasures in Paradise Where | Old Warson Country Club When | Nov. 3 Why | To support the programming that allows medical professionals to heal

critically ill children and build indigenous health care capacity in developing nations Who | Co-hosts Meredith and Jim Holbrook and Julie and Rusty Keeley, honorary chairs Joe Buck and Susan and Danny Ludeman, executive director Kathy Corbett, Wells Fargo Advisors sponsored this inaugural event. Highlights | Guests had the opportunity to bid on 10 enticing tropical excursion packages while enjoying island-inspired cocktails and cuisine.

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What | Casablanca Night Where | Wings of Hope Boulevard When | Nov. 5 Why | Donor appreciation dinner and to acknowledge Larry

What | Physicians Pheast Gala 2011 Where | Four Seasons Hotel When | Nov. 5 Why | Proceeds fund local National Kidney Foundation programs and services Who | National Kidney Foundation co-chairs Drs. Elsie Winstead and Thomas Pohlman, Keith and Cindi Guller, division president Rachel Covington Highlights | Cocktails, dinner, live auction and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Sweet Side of Givingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dessert buffet

Lemke, recipient of the National Volunteer of the Year Award for humanitarian flying Who | Douglas Clements, Michele Rutledge, Deborah Berryman, Jerry Wood and guests Highlights | A Morocco-themed decor with guests costumed in Casablanca attire, Big Band music, exotic foods and airplanes on display

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by carla falasco What | 10th Annual STAGES’ Applause Gala Where | The Ritz-Carlton When | Nov. 11 Why | This year’s gala raised $435,000 to benefit the organization’s

Education & Outreach Programs and support the employment of St. Louis artists. Who | Judy Kent and Linda Gibson served as co-chairs; Fox 2’s Kevin Steincross was the host. Highlights | A special performance, Sing a Song of STAGES, featuring stars of the troupe

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by margaret rambo What | 19th Annual Fashion Show, Boutique and Luncheon Where | Ritz-Carlton When |Nov. 10 Why | To support the daily lives of children undergoing treatment for

What | Ageless Remarkable Saint Louisans Where | Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch When | Nov. 6 Why | To honor some of the area’s most remarkable seniors whose involvement and vitality enhance life and the community Who | CEO and president Mary Alice Ryan, chairs Linda Lee, Alan Brainerd and Anne von der Heydt Highlights | Video presentations of each honoree and $40,000 raised to help seniors

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cancer and blood-related diseases and to spotlight their inner beauty as models on the runway Who | Dr. Bob and Marianne Bergamini; Judy Ciapciak; co-chairs Mary Mercurio, Merri Cross and Kelly Buchanan; and speakers Milly Naeger and Evan Pina-White Highlights | Child-starred fashion show; fashion maven Jan McCormick’s last year as commentor, and the Silent Hero Award presented to Mary Mercurio

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hen Pam and Mel Brown decided to make a change to high-rise condo living, they welcomed the challenge of designing their new space in the Maryland Walk building. “We started out with a big gray box,” Pam says, “and really just wanted to highlight the spectacular views the space

offered.” After a year of design and decorating, their home became a welcome space to entertain their four children and 10 grandchildren. We spoke with the couple and their decorator, Ken Deposki of Kenneth Raymond Designs, to get an idea of what it was like to create such a lovely space.

Pam and Mel Brown on the rooftop of Maryland Walk in Clayton.

left: Views of the Arch from the living room drew the couple to this unit; top: The guest bedroom’s built-in armoires flank a loveseat with views of downtown Clayton.

T&S | How long have you lived here? PB | Three years. We also live in southern California, but St. Louis is our home. T&S | You moved from a suburban area to a more urban neighborhood. What’s it like living in downtown Clayton? PB | It’s so convenient! I walk a lot when the weather is nice. Our building is so centrally located that on

nice days I can do all my errands on foot: the bank, the post office, Straub’s. It works great if I don’t have a lot to carry.

T&S | Ken, what was it like working with the Browns? PB | The Browns know what they like and don’t like and are always open to new and different ideas

for each of their homes. Steering away from what’s trendy in home decor, these two are never shy about texture, pattern or color. They have a more traditional and elegant sense of design but love a few curve balls thrown in.

T&S | What was different about this project? KD | High-rise living was a new adventure for them, and many things had to be taken into

consideration. Their time is spent between St. Louis and southern California, so there were distance challenges and a need to ‘condense’ their past square footage into an efficient, interior that would not compete with the spectacular views. I have been between St. Louis (my hometown) and the West Coast for various projects, which made working together easier, despite the distance and travel required to manage the project.

T&S | You’re a St. Louisan? KD | I grew up in south St. Louis (right across from Grant’s Farm). I’ve been doing interior architecture and

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design for the past 24 years and live in California. I have many clients from Missouri, but also from southern

clockwise from top: The master bathroom features his and her vanity areas; The powder room mixes a traditional mirror with contemporary fixtures; A spectacular chandelier is an unexpected element in the mastser bedroom; The living room bar has metallic custom wallpaper and a marble sink and countertops; built-in custom cabinetry in the office holds Western sculptures and personal memorabilia.

T&S | You have a real connection to St. Louis. kd | My love for St. Louis remains there, as does my

kd | Designing around the views was our primary reason for the layout. Considering the custom nature of the project, it was easy to showcase the Browns’ art, heirlooms and family memorabilia. They didn’t bring much from their previous residence, so in a sense we were able to design around their favorite things and the incredible views of St. Louis.

T&S | What special considerations were made for

T&S | Pam, tell me about some of the unique things in your home.

Florida, southern California, Scottsdale and other cities. Quite a few of my clients have their main residences in St. Louis, so I’m back and forth as needed.

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that I love. Many of our wall coverings are fabric, which is interesting. I love everything we did in the space, and I really wouldn’t change a thing!

T&S | You and your husband are retired but still seem so busy! PB | We are very busy with our children and grandchildren. And we are in California a good part of the year, so that keeps us busy. But when I’m home I serve on the advisory board of the Community Music School at Webster University, and my husband is also on several boards here in town.

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A Day in the Life of Project Runway Star LAURA KATHLEEN PLANCK By Suzy Bacino | Photos by Suzy Gorman

Native St. Louisan Laura Kathleen Planck has had a busy year. The clothing designer spent six weeks this past summer filming season 9 of Project Runway in NYC, then another six designing her runway collection to be shown at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in September. The top-five finalist was one of several ousted contestants chosen to designed ‘decoy’ collections to fool the media. “During Fashion Week, the show had not yet aired the episodes that determined the finalists. They select additional designers to create full collections so the media doesn’t know who the actual finalists are. Even though I was eliminated right before the top three were chosen, I still was able to design my full collection and show at Fashion Week, which was my dream!” Planck says. She had the further honor of being given the Best Decoy Collection Award from host Tim Gunn.

“Even though I was eliminated right before the top three were chosen, I still was able to design my full collection and show at Fashion Week, which was my dream!”

She is now back in her hometown, working on her jewelry and clothing lines. Local is key to Planck; she designs and creates locally. “St. Louis is a loyal and supportive city. Having things that are American-made, and more important, made in St. Louis, is my goal,” she says. “I want to contribute to the fashion industry here. Also, having my pieces manufactured here allows me to keep a close watch on quality control.” We got to spend a day with the designer as she shared her technical resources, as well as let us watch her in action in her other role: teacher.

7:30 AM Planck starts her day at Lift for Life Academy Charter School in downtown St. Louis, where she is in her third year of teaching sewing to high school girls. “They saw an article about me in the newspaper and at the time they were interviewing people to teach sewing,” she says. “They approached me, and I got the job. I developed the curriculum for their program, and I’ve taught here ever since.” 36 |

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1 PM A visit to supplier Ely Yawitz. Planck sources her notions and tailoring supplies here. This is where she buys the ‘guts’ of her garments: shoulder pads, boning, etc. Here, sales rep Leonard Barasch shows her lining and interfacing at the downtown retail space, which designers call an institution.

3 PM A stop at Waterjet Tech, where her brass cuffs are made using waterjet cutting. “I’m launching a full jewelry line called ‘Love Armour’ that comes out summer 2012,” she says.

4:30 PM An appointment with draper and pattern

maker Dorothy Jones to discuss her clothing line for fall 2012. Planck brings her designs to Jones, who creates the samples and patterns. “Dorothy is amazing. She knows this business inside and out and can build garments like no one else,” she says. JANUARY 25, 2012

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1 | Distinctions

Surprise your sweetheart with a head-for-the-sun fashion top from Distinctions. 12354 Olive Blvd. | 314.434.5445 distinctionsinfashion.com

2 | L’Ecole Culinaire

The Presentation Room at L’Ecole Culinaire offers a Valentine’s Day Lunch of Love at $30 for two. Reservations required. 9811 S. Outer Forty Drive | 314.587.2433 lecoleculinaire.com | $30

3 | Judith Gurley Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa

Give the Power of Powder for Valentine’s Day. Medical-grade mineral powder makes sun protection beautiful and practical for reapplication and travel. Available in many colors and finishes. 14825 N. Outer Forty Road, Ste. 350 636.812.4300 | judithgurley.com

4 | Craft Alliance Gallery Shop

One-of-a-kind, hand-fabricated sterling necklace by local artist Lisa Colby 6640 Delmar Blvd. | 314.725.1177 craftalliance.org

5 | Gourmet to Go

Share a little piece of your heart this Valentine’s Day. The Chocolate Heart-Shaped Valentine Cake is the perfect ending to our impressive Valentine’s Dinner. Ladue • Clayton • Westport 314.205.1151 | gourmettogo.com/valentinesday

6 | J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood

For all you lovers out there, J.Gilbert’s is offering a special menu designed for two this Valentine’s Day for $99. Reservations recommended. Located next to Nordstrom in West County Center 314.965.4600| jgilberts.com

7 | Kodner Gallery

Robert Indiana, American (b. 1928) Love 1996 • Hand-Signed Color Lithograph 22 x 22 inches 9650 Clayton Road | 314.993.4477 kodnergallery.com

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Give the gift of musical theater to the one you love. Award-winning musical theater company STAGES St. Louis, celebrates the American Composer in its 2012 season with Ain’t Misbehavin, The Sound of Music and My One and Only. 444 Chesterfield Center (Box Office) 314.821.2407 | stagesstlouis.org Starting at $99

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WILDFOX Couture Sparkle Heart is the perfect top to pair with Red Engine skinny jeans. 1634 Clarkson Road | 636.536.6300 mekaboutique.com

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English sterling hand mirror from 1915 in repousé design. 8107 Maryland Ave. | 314.725.2526 | brilliantantiques.com

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Nina McClemore jacket is perfect for Valentine’s Day. 9817 Clayton Road | 314.991.5262 | misterguyclothiers.com

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Knitted mahogany mink scarf with pockets and fringe 601 S. Lindbergh Blvd. | 314.997.3877 | furcentre.com | $399

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The holidays have come and gone. Despite your resolutions, you still can’t button your jeans. A veteran of the diet wars, you’ve tried everything, and over the years you’ve lost the same 20 pounds over and over again—only to gain it back with interest. There’s got to be a better way to lose weight and keep it off. Jason Barbour thinks he’s found it. His clients, who range from housewives and kids to doctors, corporate CEOs and pro athletes, agree. Barbour, a former wrestler who majored in exercise physiology, once ran a downtown fitness center. “Most of the athletes I worked with were horrible eaters,” he recalls. “When I started planning menus and cooking for them, they lost weight easily and their performance improved dramatically.” So Barbour created Metabolic Meals, a meal delivery service emphasizing fresh, locally sourced ‘super foods’ such as grass-fed meat, free-range eggs, wild-caught fish, antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, gluten-free grains and healthy oils and nuts. “Our chefs transform these ingredients into delicious meals, delivered right to your door,” he says. A typical week’s fare might include penne Bolognese, grilled salmon with roasted squash, chicken and coconut paella, and blueberry coffee cake. The basic plan offers three meals a day for five or seven days a week. Snacks or extra portions of protein also are available. “We differ from other diet programs by focusing on gaining health, not just losing weight,” Barbour explains. “In fact, most of our clients are doctors. We provide the balanced nutrients you need to burn fat and rev up your metabolism and immune system. We do all the work so you don’t have to count

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grams, calories or points.” Since he started the service three years ago, it has grown from 10 to 300 clients. Some want to look better or slow down the aging process; others desire better health or improved athletic performance. “No matter what your goal, we’ll help you get there,” he says. “We give clients every advantage so they can see truly great results.” Results are what it’s all about, and the scale doesn’t lie: “Many clients lose up to 100 pound and keep it off,” Barbour says. “Others have been able to decrease or eliminate insulin and blood pressure medication, and people undergoing chemotherapy tell us the meals boost their immune system.” In every case, he adds, blood work improves dramatically and glucose and hormone levels stabilize. “Starving yourself on fad diets doesn’t work,” he says. “High-quality nutrients in the right proportions—that’s the secret to long-term weight loss and radiant good health.” Metabolic Meals focuses on ‘super foods’ that boost metabolism and overall health. Pictured on the cover: Clients Andy McDonald, St. Louis Blues assistant captain; SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center pediatric urologist Dr. Casey Firlit; and American Metals Supply president Chrissy Nardini. For more information, call 636.296.6325 or visit mymetabolicmeals.com. Cover design byjulie streiler | Cover photo by Charles Barnes

Question: I am thinking of getting breast augmentation surgery. Is fat grafting safer than an implant?

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Fat grafting is the transfer of a person’s own fat from an unwanted area to an area you want augmented, like the breast. It seems logical that this is a safe procedure because it uses your own body tissue. But it is still considered an experimental procedure and people should be cautious of any advertisements for fat transfer. There is already extensive research studying the long-term safety of breast implants, while the studies evaluating the safety of fat grafting are preliminary and short term. Breast implants are not perfect, but they have been used for 50 years in millions of women.

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Many studies have shown that breast implants do not affect the development or detection of breast cancer, and techniques have been established to reliably image breasts with implants. This is critical since one in eight women will get breast cancer during her lifetime. While some doctors have begun to transfer fat to the breasts for small augmentations, this technique has not been extensively studied to the satisfaction of the scientific community. One major concern is that your own fat contains stem cells. While stem cells have many theoretical benefits, some studies have shown them to make pre-existing breast cancer cells more aggressive. Placing fat stem cells in the region of an unknown, pre-existing breast cancer could increase the aggressiveness of those cancer cells in an unsuspecting patient. Not all lab research is directly applicable to people, but according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, high-quality randomized control trials are needed to further evaluate the safety and efficacy of fat grafts. While no technique is perfect, breast implants continue to be the safest and most studied form of breast augmentation. Fat grafting may become an attractive alternative if and when their long-term safety is proven. Patients should discuss their options with a board-certified plastic surgeon, the only physicians with extensive training in breast augmentation.

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Better Nutrition for Your Time & Money

by mary jo blackwood, RN, MPH

Eating well doesn’t have to cost a mint or take a lot of time. All it takes is a little nutrition knowledge and some planning. Your body will thank you.

[ shopping smarter for health ] Better nutrition for you and your family begins at the neighborhood grocery store. Julie Evans Vitale, The Nutrition Clinic Real food is better than processed, and frozen is better than canned. If you buy a packaged food, look carefully at the ingredients. For example, the healthiest peanut butter contains only peanuts and salt. Processed peanut butter contains sugars and partially hydrogenated oils. I take my clients shopping and arm them with a list of sugar aliases, including corn syrup, maltodextrose and cane juice. The healthiest foods are on the store perimeter: seafood, meat, produce, dairy and eggs. Free-range eggs are worth the extra money because factoryfarm chickens confined to coops secrete cortisol, a stress hormone, into the eggs. Organic produce tends to have higher nutrient

and mineral content. Choose carefully from the aisles: flax crackers, canned or dried beans, and olive and coconut oils are good bets. If you shop correctly, your pantry, refrigerator and freezer will always be full. The idea is to eat fresh, which can mean more frequent grocery shopping and freezing fresh things to last longer. Robert Elder, Metro Chiropractic I encourage my nutrition patients to support local farmers and to frequent farmers’ markets. Eating organic can be a little more expensive, but it saves money in the long run by keeping us healthier. To save money, join a co-op to get fresh, local produce and meat at reduced rates. My advice to patients is if it doesn’t grow, walk or swim, don’t eat it. A simplified diet is much easier. If you have a protein source, some complex carbohydrates and good vegetables and fruit, you have a satisfying meal. Sweet potatoes are a delicious, filling starch with a lower glycemic index than white potatoes. If you do dairy, buy organic to avoid chemicals and antibiotics in some dairy products. One website with good nutrition information and links to local farmers is Meatrix.com.

[ favorite recipes healthier ] Your favorite recipes can be low in lactose, fat and sugar and still taste good. A couple of experts tell us how to cut what ails you and keep the flavor. Pat Gilbers, the Lactose Ninja One in six people in the United States has some degree of lactose intolerance, a condition that causes distressing gastrointestinal symptoms. Lactose doesn’t have to be completely removed from foods to reduce symptoms, just reduced to a tolerable level. But there are a couple of ways to ‘take the scary out of dairy.’ You can use lactase drops to help convert milk sugars to more digestible forms or adapt recipes by substituting lower lactose products. The lactose content of alfredo sauce, for example, can be lowered by 90 percent without sacrificing flavor. Substitution works particularly well with cheeses. As a rule, the softer and younger the cheese, the more lactose it has. Aged hard cheeses are lower in lactose, as well as in fat and cholesterol. Yogurt is tolerated by most people with lactose problems, especially Greek yogurt, which has a thick texture and can be used in recipes like lasagna in place of ricotta cheese. For more recipe modifications, visit lactoseninja.com/recipes.

Maya Bradstreet, Recipe for Wellness When substituting for health, beware: you may be trading problems. Instead of swapping out butter in favor of margarine, an unhealthy hydrogenated fat, use coconut oil. It’s a medium-chain fatty acid that, unlike other saturated fats, promotes weight loss, boosts thyroid function and stamina, and encourages energy metabolism. In place of sugar, try agave nectar. It can be substituted 1-to-1 for sugar in baking, cooking and sweetening coffee. It’s a pleasant-tasting, low-glycemic sweetener that won’t spike blood sugar. To replace eggs in baked goods, mix one tablespoon of ground flaxseed with a tablespoon of water until it reaches a gel-like consistency, then add it to the batter. Flaxseed is high in fiber and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. If you need an egg, two egg whites equal one whole egg. These substitutions will work even with gluten-free baking mixes.

[ the snack bar conundrum ] Sometimes we need a snack bar to bridge the gap until our next meal. Which ones are actually good for us and which are no better than candy bars? “When choosing snack bars off the shelf, avoid those made with corn syrup and white sugar,” says buyer Jim Schranz of The Natural Way health food and vitamin stores. “Organic dark chocolate in moderation, however, can be good for our health.” There are four main categories of snack bars, he adds:

»» Meal replacement bars, such as ProBar, fill you

up with fiber and protein. high in sugar and carbs, like Clif Bars, supply your muscles with the energy they need for demanding exercise. »» Between-meal bars can keep you going for hours without resorting to the snack machine. Patrick’s makes a line of bars that are 100 percent raw and vegan, using local, organic produce. »» Low-carb, low-sugar bars, such as those made by thinkThin, contain lots of fiber and protein.

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If you’re still leery of commercial snack bars, you can make your own at home. “Google ‘homemade energy bars’ for recipes; then visit the bulk food section to stock up on wholesome ingredients like chia seeds, flaxseeds and oats,” Schranz advises.

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Dining out doesn’t have to be a diet-breaker. Savvy restaurant owners are eager to please their patrons with tempting dishes that are both delicious and healthful. Tom Schmidt, Franco I opened Franco five years ago across from the Soulard Farmers’ Market to take advantage of local produce and control the origin of our ingredients. Gluten- and dairy-free are growing trends among our clientele, and many request olive oil instead of butter. Ninety-five percent of our menu is glutenfree, and we don’t use stabilizers because we make everything from scratch. We accommodate special requests whenever possible. Restaurants have become more conscious of portion sizes over the last five years. We generally pair each serving of meat with a generous amount of vegetables to balance the plate. Healthy, flavorful eating is all about balancing fat, protein and acids with pleasing presentation and complementary tastes.

Near Eastern populations for thousands of years, is experiencing a big resurgence. It has a nutty, chewy flavor and makes a killer side dish. Also, people are realizing that greens can be tasty. Our menu often features braised kale and sauteed mushrooms, even turnip greens, allowing a broader flavor profile. We sometimes add nuts to vegetable dishes for more protein and interesting texture. To cut down on fat and allow flavor to come through, we often use broths in place of creamheavy sauces. A carrot-based broth with red chilies pairs beautifully with fish. Serve whole foods in appropriate portion sizes starting in school with children so they develop a sense of healthy eating. That doesn’t mean giving up toasted ravioli or Ted Drewes, just making it a rare treat, rather than a staple.

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[ brown bag lunches ] Bringing lunch to work and school saves money and, if you choose the right elements, provides a healthy hit of good nutrition in the middle of the day. Options are no longer limited to peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. “There are some great choices available for brown-baggers of all ages,” says Roger McElroy of Straub’s Markets. Fish is brain food. Ortiz young tuna packed in olive oil can be eaten right out of the can. Add a handful of hummus chips, and you’ll have enough energy to last until dinner. Kids don’t want to be different and they won’t eat things that don’t taste good. Snikiddy baked fries, potato and corn snacks are low in fat and gluten, and they’re corn syrup-free. The same company also makes vegetable chips. Other healthy snack alternatives available at Straub’s include hummus chips with a garbanzo bean base, crunchy black bean chips that are gluten-free and high in fiber, lentil chips and Flackers flaxseed crackers. Honey-sweetened yogurt is popular with adults and kids. Individual portions of baby carrots, fresh-cut celery, grape tomatoes and snow peas enhance any bagged lunch.

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parent Sweetheart trap The ‘Weighting’ Game ] by dr. tim jordan I will not bore you with more statistics about how many children are obese today. And I’ve written before about the inordinate pressure on girls to focus on their looks. Instead, let’s talk about some new habits your family might adopt this year for more nutritional eating. First the boob tube. Research shows that kids who watch more TV are heavier. Instead of decreasing the number of TV hours, take it out of their bedrooms! Research has shown that when kids and teens have a TV in their bedroom, they are less physically active, have poorer dietary habits, watch a lot more TV, and participate in fewer family meals. Speaking of family meals, have most of them at home instead of eating out. It will take more planning, but you will eat healthier and probably smaller portions. Then, turn off the electronics so that you can eat slower, chew longer and eat less. Family meals together have proven to correlate with decreased drug and alcohol usage and teen promiscuity. Kids who feel close and connected are happier and less stressed, which will decrease the use of food to feed negative emotions. Have I mentioned to get outside more? A 2010 study found that kids spend, on average, about 4 to 7 minutes a day outdoors in unstructured play versus about 5 to 7 hours per day in front of screens. The National Wildlife Federation found that kids’ stress levels fell within minutes after seeing green spaces. And a 2004 study from the University of Illinois reported that exposure to natural settings significantly decreased symptoms of impulsivity and low attention spans. Less-stressed kids will do less binge eating, and playing outdoors is great for their bodies and souls. Be more aware of your grocery shopping habits. Don’t go so often and don’t go when you are hungry or tired. That should decrease the impulse buying and help you stock only healthy foods. Remember that you, the parent, are the one stocking the fridge and pantry. Don’t buy soda and other junk foods. Avoid carb-loading yourself and your kids when hungry to avoid the rapid sugar high, insulin surge, and subsequent bottoming out of your blood sugar that causes you to impulsively and addictively reach for the next quick carbohydrate fix. Be more mindful: mindful of too much screen time and electronics in kids’ bedrooms, of what and how you eat your meals, of being more physically active, in the outdoors, and of what foods you bring into your home. Consciously start the new year brainstorming healthy nutrition and exercise habits with the whole family. That should help take this weight off your shoulders… and beyond..

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[ problem solved! ] men’s razor burn by lauren madras | photo by charles barnes

This time of year, there are ample opportunities for snuggling, like in front of a roaring fire. And don’t forget, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. But you know what’s not sexy? Angry, red bumps on your face and neck.

That’s right, men, we’re talking about razor burn.

Andrew Kettler, master barber at The Art of Shaving, pins razor burn down to two main causes: a lack of preparation and improper shaving

techniques. But there’s hope! “Shaving against the grain causes more irritation,” Kettler says. “When you can, grow your facial hair out for a few days to see what direction it goes in. Most likely, the hair on your face grows down, while on your neck, it grows up or back to the ears. Always take the first path with the grain. If you want to go closer, relather and then go across or against the grain.”

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“We always recommend shaving either in the shower or directly after,” Kettler says. “The heat opens pores and softens hair. Start by soaking the brush in hot water while you apply a pre-shave product, like our pre-shave oil. This will help the blade glide more evenly. Then take a small amount of shaving cream and apply directly to the wet brush. Use the brush to work up a rich, hot lather. Be sure that whenever a razor touches your skin, it’s well lathered.” The Art of Shaving cream, $22, brush, $55

Did you know that ingrown hairs are caused by a buildup of dead skin? Regular exfoliation and daily moisture can heal a multitude of ills. These pads are soaked in mild chemical exfoliant with tetrafoliant, glycolic, lactic, salicylic and phytic acids. Although you can use up to every other day, just incorporating them into your routine once a week will made a big difference. Don’t use them directly before or after you shave.

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what’s your nutrition

routine? [ kate geagan by lauren madras

[ routine tips ] Learn to cook your vegetables by several different methods, so you’re not just having the steamed broccoli all the time. I would get bored with that, too! When you serve yourself, half your plate should be produce—and I don’t mean creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes. Don’t be hard on yourself when you eat unhealthy food. I eat dessert, too! Try to make 90 percent of your food choices the right way, then the last 10 percent won’t have a big impact. When you try a new vegetable, use positive adjectives to describe your experience. Note the color and texture, and compare it to other foods you’re familiar with. Several nights a week, skip meat in your dinner. Use lentils, beans or tofu instead. Look to Asian and Mexican cuisine for meatless recipes.

“What’s important in nutrition is helping people translate the rules into a meal,” said Kate Geagan when she visited Washington University to talk about her special brand of nutritious eating. ‘Green nutrition’ is her catchphrase. Her goal? To reintroduce healthy, nutritious food—and get her audiences to ditch the prepackaged diet food health-conscious shoppers often misconstrue as healthful. “By reintroducing these flavors as something to enjoy, you change your cooking mindset,” Geagan explains. She is a dietician by training and has recently stopped seeing private clients to give seminars and workshops at schools and corporate venues. Her book, Go Green Get Lean: Trim Your Waistline with the Ultimate Low-Carbon Footprint Diet, explains how healthy eating is better for you and your community. It helps that Geagan is attractive and approachable, with clear skin and thick blond hair—the picture of health. She peppers her talks with words like ‘ecolicious’ and

‘flexitarian,’ which means she’s a vegetarian, sometimes. Geagan is inspired by the concept of nutritious food that is as good—or better— than any junk from a drive-thru or even rich haute cuisine. But it wasn’t always so. “When I was growing up, everything I ate came from a bag, a box, a pouch or a can,” Geagan says. “When I was older, so-called diet food was just as bad, full of preservatives and no fun to eat.” The healthy offerings she knew of weren’t fun or particularly tasty, and like many, she resisted a healthier lifestyle. At her W.U. seminars, she introduced students to ‘flights’ of vegetables, set up similar to a wine tasting. Three or four vegetables in the same group were sampled together, so the taster could discern which he or she preferred. One such flight was bitter leafy greens, including arugula, dandelion and horseradish. “Dieticians normally focus on what you can’t do, but I try to focus on the positive,” Geagan says. “I love hearing, ‘I’ve never tried this type of fruit, and I love it,’ because then I know I’ve helped someone make a change.”

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[ on the table ] Vino Nadoz | 16 the boulevard | 314.726.0400 |

[ amuse bouche ] THE scene | Intimate wine bar THE CHEF | Trent Thrun THE PRICES | $6 to $11 starters;

$10.50 to $17 entrees

THE FAVORITES |

Gougieres, Steak Tartare, Mushroom & Olive Pizza, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Brown Butter Cake

by jonathan carli PHOTOS BY biLL BARRETT

Changes in the chef staff have put Vino Nadoz’s kitchen in the hands of Trent Thrun, who runs the catering works for owners Steve and Kathy Becker. The food has a distinct French bent, with dishes like steak tartare with potato gaufrettes, sweet potato gnocchi with creme fraiche and delicious gougieres. The menu is small with a dozen or fewer choices in every category: starters, salads, pizzas, big plates and desserts. A daily happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. draws people in for the $5 wine and half-price pizzas. The hummus platter ($7.50), a trio of very good spreads (romesco, tapenade and hummus), is also $5 during those hours. The hummus is mild and creamy and served with crostini and other crackers. The Gougieres ($6), gruyere pâté a choux popovers, are excellent with their tangy cheesiness, light crust and warm, soft centers.

Steak Tartare ($11) is fresh and well-seasoned with capers, chives and mustard and served with crisp, delicious gaufrettes (waffle potato chips). The pizzas are small and have an interesting crust reminiscent of deep dish pizza, only thinner. Priced around $11, there are four varieties. We had the Mushroom & Olive, which was good and included mixed mushrooms, green olives and asiago cheese. Instead of tomato sauce, it was spread with pesto. My favorite dish was the Sweet Potato Gnocchi ($12), a generous plateful of browned potato dumplings interspersed with roasted sweet potato cubes and roasted chestnuts (a nice seasonal touch you don’t see too often). The Monkfish entree ($14.50) was also good and came with a tasty, creamy sherry reduction and browned brussels sprouts tossed with bacon.

[ chef chat ] PEDIGREE |

CIA in Hyde Park, NY, and more than 20 years professional experience

FAVORITE INGREDIENT |

Anything seasonal. There is excellent seafood right now.

The only disappointment was Chicken Pot Pie ($13), a seasonal offering, which had a gummy sauce and no distinguishing flavor. It did, however have nice chunks of white meat chicken mixed with peas and carrots. The topping, too, was a nondescript slice of toast, rather than the muchanticipated pie crust. Our desserts, Brown Butter Cake and Bread Pudding, were both very good. The cake ($6.50) is two thinnish slices of yellow cake, toasted crisp and served with a small scoop of salted caramel ice cream and bourbon caramel sauce. The bread pudding ($6) was excellent, very well browned and crisp on the outside, like burnt sugar, and welldoused with cinnamon. A dollop of cinnamonmascarpone cream added a rich, buttery finish.

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Romesco | A Catalan sauce of finely ground tomatoes, red peppers, onion, garlic, olive

oil and almonds

Chateaubriand | A large cut of beef for two, taken from the center of the

tenderloin, reportedly named for 19th century French statesman Francois Chateaubriand Gougieres | Gruyere-flavored choux pastry piped into a ring and baked

Favorite restaurant |

I can’t wait to try Farmhaus, Niche and Monarch—just have to find the time!

favorite cookbook |

Culinary Artistry, Andrew Dornenburg and Karen Page

Most Memorable Dining Experience |

The rooftop bar of the San Francisco Marriott, but that was probably because of the company. It was my honeymoon! trent thrun

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[ aftertaste] >>The staff is incredibly knowledgeable about food, and Gus knows everything you could ever want to know about wine.

—Katie S. of Lake St. louis

>>I like the ambiance, which is casual and good for chatting. It’s a good place for small groups and after work happy hour. And the wine specials don’t hurt!

—Lauren M., University City

>>It’s a great happy hour spot to share delicious starters and daily wine specials. I wish they’d

bring back the charcuterie board, though; my friends and I loved creating new combinations from their locally sourced meats and cheeses!

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Chefs Dana Holland and Casey Shiller competed again on The Food Network’s Cupcake Wars but made an early exit in a bake-off with other past winners from the show. The chefs are also busy opening a second location, Jilly’s

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at 1131 Colonnade Center in Des Peres. The grab-and-go spot for lunch items and, of course, cupcakes, was slated to open last Friday.

by bob wilcox << the rep>>

Half & Half at 8135 Maryland Ave. launches dinner this week. Beginning, Jan. 24, the restaurant’s name will change to Medianoche at night, and waffles and French toast will be swapped out in favor of traditional and new twists on Mexican fare. Medianoche will be open weekdays from 5 to 9 p.m. and weekends until 10 p.m.

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis started the New Year with what many are calling one of the best productions ever seen at the Rep, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Sunday in the Park with George. No matter how many times you’ve seen this musical, magic happens at the end of the first act as the cast sings the lush and lovely anthem Sunday while they slowly form a living tableau of French Impressionist painter Georges Seurat’s Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte. That makes such a satisfying conclusion to the piece that I wondered, the first time I saw it, why Sondheim and Lapine added a second act, in which Seurat’s (fictional) great-grandson, a 20th-century artist also named George, struggles to find his way forward in his work. But each time I see Sunday in the Park, I become more reconciled to the second act. In the first act, Seurat struggles for acceptance of the new thing he’s creating—pointillism, the use of small dots of color that blend in the eye of the viewer. His great-grandson struggles not for acceptance of his work—he has that—but for escape from commercial demands in order to create to work that is honest and true to his vision. Both men have trouble reconciling work and life; Seurat has no time for his mistress (playfully named ‘Dot’ by Sondheim), George is divorced. But George finds his way to move on with his art in a mystical encounter with Dot, his great-grandmother, on the island of La Grande Jatte. Rob Ruggiero has won four Kevin Kline awards for his previous directing work at the Rep. I wouldn’t bet against his getting a fifth for Sunday in the Park with George. I was especially impressed with the clarity of crowd scenes, particularly the reception with people coming and going, at the opening of 20th-century-George’s latest work. You have a few more days, until Sunday, Jan. 29, to enjoy this production.

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at with Gabrielle Hamilton. The author of Blood, Bones & Butter: The Inadvertent Education of a Reluctant Chef, will be in town Jan. 30 for a multicourse lunch designed by Monarch executive chef Josh Galliano. Hamilton will read sections of her memoir, which charts an unconventional journey through kitchens around the world and landing her in her acclaimed New York restaurant, Prune. Tickets are $35 and include lunch and a signed copy of the book.

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The absinthe bar added to Lola in August 2010 is out; Cognac Club is in. Slated to open in March, the Cognac Club will highlight high-end cognac, Champagne and barrel-aged cocktails. A special service will enable patrons to enjoy a one-liter barrel-aged cocktail at their table. Guests can even call six weeks before their planned visit to order the super-premium barrel service in which a one-liter cocktail aged in the cask is ready for drinking upon their arrival. For more on the latest from the St. Louis food scene, visit The Scoop section of SauceMagazine.com.

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<< REP STUDIO & more >>

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Tilt, a pinball and skee-ball venue coming to Maplewood, was slated to open by the end of 2011. Doors have yet to be unlocked at the building on the corner of Hazel Avenue and Sutton Boulevard. In addition, owner Michael Stivers had to change the spot’s name after he received a cease and desist notice over his initial name. Look for an early February opening.

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Rep. Ernest Thompson’s play has been a favorite on both stage and screen, but for me it grows thinner with each viewing. The excessive sweetness isn’t really cut by the carefully contrived intimations of mortality or by the moments of father-daughter tension. But The Black Rep’s production features some of the best work I’ve seen from Ron Himes, old and cranky as Norman Thayer, and he’s beautifully partnered with Linda Kennedy as his wife. Coming Feb. 15 to The Black Rep is Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The advance notice describes the production as set “during the colorful funk of the disco era of the 1970s.” Some of us remember that era as more nightmare than dream, but Chris Anthony, who directed The Black Rep’s exciting 1960s Romeo and Juliet two seasons ago, is in charge, and I’m eager to see what she’s going to do with it.

Already opened in the Rep’s Studio Theatre, though not yet seen by me, is A Steady Rain, a tale of two Chicago cops whose long friendship is shattered by their response to a routine call. Soon to open on the Rep’s main stage is Race, by David Mamet; if you know Mamet and a topic like this, enough said. The New Jewish Theatre is bringing us Way to Heaven, set in an elaborately deceptive Nazi concentration camp; Mustard Seed Theatre is doing Playland by the great South African playwright Athol Fugard; and Stray Dog Theatre will bring us their take on the wonderfully funny and dark Urinetown: The Musical. St. Louis theatres are sending us lots of valentines in February .

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[ 63005 ] >> 2 Grand Meridien Ct. | $2,275,000 | 1-3 | 314.495.9559 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com [63011 ] >> 275 Oak Path $225,000 | 1 -3 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com [ 63017 ] >> 1571 Yarmouth | $449,000 | 2 -4 | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com [ 63122 ] >> 1476 Dearborn Drive | $304,900 | 1 -3 | 314.983.2142 | janetmcafee.com [ 63130 ] >> 533 North and South Road | $529,000 | 2 -4 | 314.983.2205 | janetmcafee.com 63131 ] >> 650 Hickory Lane | $849,000 | 1 -3 | 314.983.2218 | janetmcafee.com >> 6 Fox Run Lane | $725,000 | 12 -2 | 314.983.2125 | janetmcafee.com [ 63105 ] >>6240 Rosebury Ave., 3W | $287,000 | 1 -3 | 314.753.0977 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >>150 Carondelet Plaza #2101 (The Plaza in Clayton) | $1,700,00 | 1 -3 | 314.322.6992 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

[ 63122 ] >>450 Medina Drive | $344,900 | 1 -3 | 314.983.2119 | janetmcafee.com [ 63124 ] >>7 Ladue Lane | $1,990,000 | 1 -3 | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com >>4 Maryview Lane | $720,000 | 1 -3 | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com >>8 Graybridge Lane | $799,000 | 1 -3 | 314.607.5555 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com [ 63131 ] >>2500 Town & Country | $925,000 | 2 -4 | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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by lauren madras

listing price | $1.48 million listing agent | lisa coulter & linda benoist of janet mcafee “We looked for a home in St. Louis for months before we found this one,” Cindy Johnson says. Her husband, Robert, transfered here from Boston, and moved ahead of his family. “Our realtor let us know this house was going on the market, so Robert drove by to check it out. He immediately called me and said, ‘Get on a plane, you need to see this house.’ So I did, and he was right. It was the one.” The stately three-story home had the charm the Johnson’s were looking for, as well as a spacious floor plan and plenty of light. “My favorite place is the long screened-in porch alongside the house. You can see the action on the street or the beautiful pool and gardens. We love this house. The only reason we’d give it up is that we’re moving to a new city again.” The six-bedroom home has hosted parties for more than 100 people, and the flow of the first floor means the entire space can be easily used. “There are no dead ends,” Johnson says. The master suite includes the bedroom, bath, dressing room and sunroom and has a fireplace. There are three other fireplaces in the house and a total of five bathrooms. The gardens were designed by wellknown landscape architect Matt Moynihan. On the third story is a media room with surround sound, and over the detached garage is an apartment with living room, bedroom and updated bath. The Johnsons, originally from Oklahoma, were drawn to the neighborhood for its history and convenience. The land the house was built on was used during the World’s Fair, with most of the neighborhood built shortly after. This home was constructed in photos by steven b. smith 1910 and has retained much of its original millwork and architectural details. “They paid such attention to the neighborhood when it was being built,” Johnson says. “The sidewalks are lined with trees, and it’s just minutes to walk to Forest Park, the DeMun retail district or downtown Clayton.”

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Dear Homework, In the course of remodeling our Tudor Cottage-style home, we have decided to use our planned side entry/mudroom as a sunny office study. We would like to add some sort of covered porch and deck to use as an entry and as a seating area to enjoy the southern sunshine. ———Tired of Tyvek

Dear Tired of Tyvek, I would add a 3-foot overhang supported by elaborately shaped wood brackets. I love the existing red roof shingles and would use it on this roof as well. I would take the new deck to within 3 feet of the driveway and use an ‘X brace’-type railing, painted white, to continue the country styling. In addition, I would use some tall hornbeam trees to break up the large wall of siding. Shutters, window boxes and decorative lighting help pull the whole look together. Enjoy the sunshine, ———homework

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$750,000 | 8 Morwood Lane Price Per Square Foot: $204.92 Meg Coghlan Dielmann Sotheby’s Intl Realty

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$490,000 | 7 N. Covington Meadow Road Joanne Iskiwitch Coldwell Banker Gundaker-Ladue

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$435,000 | 6823 Waterman Ave. Price Per Square Foot: $142.90 Sarah Partlow Laura McCarthy- Town & Country

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$684,200 | 45 Woodoaks Trail Price Per Square Foot: $176.25 Elizabeth Coulter Janet McAfee

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$500,000 | 11 Mason Ave. Price Per Square Foot: $193.05 Dorcas Dunlop Prudential Advantage

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$1,265,000 | 5165 Lindell Blvd Price Per Square Foot: $119.15 Cecily Affleck Prudential Select Properties

$633,000 232 N. Kingshighway Blvd #1403 Price Per Square Foot: $359.66 Lea Luchetti CWE Brokerage

$395,000 | 15540 Hitchcock Road Price Per Square Foot: $140.77 Susie Gitt Coldwell Banker GundakerChesterfield West

$445,000 | 48 Brook Mill Lane Price Per Square Foot: $150.85 Jamie Perkins Coldwell Banker Gundaker-T & C

$425,000 | 1439 Chesterfield Estates Drive Price Per Square Foot: $134.49 Candy Citrin Coldwell Banker GundakerChesterfield West

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$660,000 | 325 N. Meramec Ave. #35 Price Per Square Foot: $236.73 Patti Blumeyer Prudential Alliance

$550,000 | 249 Pennington Lane Price Per Square Foot: $140.09 Karen Hufton Coldwell Banker GundakerChesterfield/Wildwood

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$875,000 | 17267 Jeffreys Crossing Lane Price Per Square Foot: $163.70 Katharine Irvine Coldwell Banker Gundaker-Chesterfield West

$613,000 | 403 E. Jefferson Ave. Price Per Square Foot: $215.09 Michael Kelly Michael Kelly, Broker

$440,000 | 8025 Maryland Ave. #5G Sally Stephen Dielmann Sotheby’s Intl Realty

7 Ladue Lane ~ $1,990,000 More Fine Homes NEW LISTINGS 7 LADUE LANE OPEN SUN 1-3 $1,990,000 Fabulous newer 5,900SF home in well established Ladue Neighborhood. 115 BRIGHTON WAY $1,325,000 Newer home with mn flr master, elevator, & gourmet kitchen/hearthroom. 4732 MCPHERSON AVENUE $875,000 Rare Commercial opportunity in the heart of the CWE. Residential & retail space. 6 CHATFIELD PLACE ROAD $575,000 3,000+SF villa featuring 3BR/5BA, main floor master, and wrap-around terrace. 1571 YARMOUTH POINT DRIVE OPEN SUN 2-4 $449,000 Lovely 3,000+SF home, 4BR/3BA, updated kitchen and baths. 275 OAK PATH OPEN SUN 1-3 $225,000 1,800SF, 3BR/2BA updated kitchen and baths on level lot. 1726 CANARY COVE $149,900 Totally renovated 2BR Brentwood Forest condo. Large deck, quiet street. 5376 KENRICK PARKE DRIVE, #202 $118,000 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, newly updated. Secure building & parking w/ elevator.

CLAYTON / RICHMOND HEIGHTS 7409 SOMERSET AVENUE $1,375,000 New construction in the Moorlands! 4,906 total SF, 4BR/3.5BA, 3 car garage. 150 CARONDELET, #2202 $1,300,000 Live in luxury at The Plaza in Clayton! Former display, furnishings included. 405 CARSWOLD DRIVE $1,099,000 Nearly new 5BR/4.5BA, central Clayton location with luxurious appointments. 155 CARONDELET PLAZA, #400 $875,000 Live Clayton sophistication. 2 bed, 2.5 bath condo in the Crescent. 15 TOPTON WAY, #3A $849,900 Signature Clayton Condo. 2BR/2.5BA in Elevator Building. 155 GAY AVENUE $849,000 Classic Georgian townhome. 4BR/3BA with flowing floor plan.

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325 N. MERAMEC AVENUE, #25 $649,000 Fresh New Look! Newer 3 Bedroom, 3.5 bath Clayton condo with 2,788 SF. 335 N. MERAMEC AVENUE, #213 $585,000 Spacious 2BR/2.5BA, 2,586 SF condo within walking distance to downtown Clayton 1111 YALE AVENUE $559,000 Clayton schools, 5-years-new, 4BR/2.5BA home convenient to everything. 1019 HAMPTON PARK DRIVE $439,900 Reduced, possible short sale. 1.63acres, convenient to everything. Tax credits available. 900 S. HANLEY ROAD, #11C NEW PRICE $100,000 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in full service bldg. Great value for Clayton.

UNIVERSITY CITY 7923 LAFON PLACE $735,000 8-year-old gem steps from Clayton. Open floor plan w/4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. 7453 GANNON AVENUE $299,000 Architecturally exquisite home. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, updates throughout 400 PURDUE AVENUE, 1N $209,900 All New: Custom kit, bathrooms, carpet in University Hills. 3BR/2BA/1,500SF.

LADUE / CREVE COEUR / OLIVETTE 9710 & 9714 LITZSINGER ROAD $1,750,000 2 lots totaling 4.74 acres in heart of Ladue, backing to Old Warson Country Club. 103 CLERMONT COURT $1,499,900 ALL NEW paint & granite. 9,000 total SF w/finished LL & carriage house on 1+ acre. 10 WARRIDGE DRIVE UNDER CONTRACT $1,099,900 3+ acres Ladue Estate. 4BR/6BA 4,600SF+ Features Full Size Rec Complex.

312 WOODS MILL TERRACE LANE $479,000 Updated 4 bedroom/ 3 bathroom condo w/ private deck overlooking pool.

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2 GRAYBRIDGE LANE $999,000 Just what you’ve been looking for! 6-years-new, 4 BR, 3,500SF in heart of Ladue 422 N. WARSON ROAD $925,000 Charm galore for newer Ladue home. Main flr master, open kitchen/hearth. 44 GODWIN LANE $799,900 Updated 4BR/3.5BA, 4,100+SF. Ladue home w/pool backs to The Bogey Club 4 MARYVIEW LANE NEW PRICE $699,000 Open fl plan, main fl master & FR, gorgeous patio & pool. Private Ladue lane. 312 CABIN GROVE LANE UNDER CONTRACT $669,000 Contemporary w/ main flr mstr, walk-out LL w/workout rm, 3 car garage, & pool. 21 OVERBROOK $625,000 Build your dream home on this lovely 1.8 acre lot in terrific neighborhood. 11576 NEW LONDON DRIVE $619,000 Beautiful 4BR ranch home on 1.3 acres w/pool, 4 car garage, and much more. 3 BROAD MEADOWS $329,500 Charming ranch in prime Ladue location. Eat-in kitchen, large master suite. 539 COEUR DE ROYALE DRIVE, #305 $94,900 2500 sq ft condo w/ 2BR/2BA. Balcony faces clubhouse, pool, & tennis court.

12 DUNLORA LANE $3,499,000 Reduced $500,000. 11,000SF Huntleigh Estate on 3.5 acres. Exclusive Lane. 2 HUNTLEIGH DOWNS UNDER CONTRACT $1,299,000 Fabulous 7,750SF home on 2 acres. Flexible floor plan, beautiful pool & patio. 1126 BELLA VISTA DRIVE $1,099,900 Rare opportunity in Frontenac Plc. 5BR/7BA/6,500SF+/- incl finished LL 10644 OAK GATE LANE UNDER CONTRACT $625,000 5BR home w/4,000+ SF total on 1 acre in private enclave of 5 homes.

WEBSTER/WARSON WOODS 1419 ANDREW DRIVE $365,000 4BR/2BA/2,622SF 2 sty w/flexible fl plan. Located on double lot.

KIRKWOOD/GLENDALE 3 EDWIN AVENUE $1,199,900 6-years-new. 5BR/5BA. 6400SF total living area w/ finished lower level. 308 MIDWAY AVENUE $159,900 Charming, updated Kirkwood home w/2BR/2BA, fin LL w/office & FR. Lrg deck.

CENTRAL WEST END 9 N. EUCLID AVENUE, #412 $374,900 9 North CWE’s most exciting new high rise. Pool, gym, 2 garage spaces. 6253 SOUTHWOOD, 2E NEW PRICE $249,900 Fabulous condo w/2 bedroom suites, fireplace, washer/dryer & garage parking.

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9 MUIRFIELD LANE $2,200,000 5BR, 5+BA updated masterpiece. 1st fl master, fin LL, veranda and pool. 527 WINDY HILL ACRES LANE $1,699,000 4BR Colonial on 6+ secluded acres with manicured lawn, pool and guest cottage. 2500 TOWN & COUNTRY LANE OPEN SUN 2-4 $925,000 Over 3,900SF 4BR home on a private 1 acre lot with all of today’s amenities

2651 HEMFORD FALLS COURT $218,900 Updated 1.5 sty Oakville home, main fl master & laundry, quiet cul-de-sac. 11703 RUSSET MEADOW DRIVE $145,000 3BR/3.5BA, 1,579SF condo w/att garage, private yard, pool, tennis, & trails. 10367 OXFORD HILL DRIVE, #29 $52,000 Priced to sell! Spacious 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo. Fresh paint, new carpet.

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Clayton Missouri 63105

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new Price! oPen sunday 1-3 2 Grand meridien court | wildwood 4 bedrooms, 5½ baths $2,275,000 Fabulous fusion of luxury & function abound within every detail of this 6,133 sq. ft. custom home on over 4 acres.

12 warson downs | ladue schools 3 bedroom suites, 5 baths $1,995,000 carefree living at its best! this custom-built masterpiece offers exceptional design & quality finishes throughout.

15 lake Forest drive | clayton schools 15 holiday lane | ladue schools 5 bedrooms, 4½ baths $1,385,000 5 bedrooms, 5 Full & 2 halF baths $1,599,000 stunning 4-year-new, 1½-story home on a 1-acre lot in the grandeur of this French stone manse delights with Frontenac. 7,300+ sq. ft. of gracious living on 3 levels. artisan craftsmanship of a bygone era. Pool & stone patio.

4976 PershinG | central west end 6 bedrooms, 4½ baths $999,000 3+ story tudor home combines the elegance of ages past with modern amenities. allows for gracious entertaining.

155 carondelet Plaza #607 | clayton the crescent $950,000 Fabulous garden view condo in pristine condition. enjoy 2,932 sq. ft. of turn key living. unit is fully furnished!

66 crestwood drive | clayton 3406 hawthorne blvd. | comPton heiGhts 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths $920,000 5 bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 halF baths $875,000 Grand mediterranean in desirable claverach Park. 7,215 sq. ft. mansion w/ large, deep lot that has formal 2-story living rm. Finished ll w/ work-out & wine rms. gardens, patios & a lovely pool. 2-story parlor.

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new listinG! 7489 washinGton avenue | university city 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths $849,500 this amazing home was totally renovated with the utmost attention to detail. Finished lower level.

1 Pebble creek road | ladue 5 bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 halF baths $799,900 Classic Colonial 2 story w/large rooms & nice flow. large lot w/pool. location, location, location!

lot 3 enclave bellerive | creve coeur 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths From $786,400 select from 1 or 1½-story 3,000 sq. ft. cottage-style homes by CF Vatterott. Exciting new floor plans!

8125 kinGsbury blvd. | clayton 15103 amherst Green | chesterField 4 bedrooms & 2 Full & 2 halF baths $599,500 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths $649,000 updated eat-in kitchen & large master suite with Gracious 1½ story w/ an open floor plan features custom amenities & professionally finished lower level. 3-car garage. 2 walk-in closets. Main floor laundry. 2-car garage.

7447 cromwell drive | clayton 5 bedrooms, 2½ baths $549,000 a fantastic & unique opportunity for a buyer who wants a home to design to their own style & vision.

580 Graeser road | ladue schools 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths $530,000 This house has the perfect floor plan with 2-story great room & incredible 1st floor master suite. Heated pool.

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4303 mcPherson ave. | central west end 5 bedroom, 3 Full & 2 halF baths $445,900 so peaceful, yet minutes away from everything. offers a 2-car garage & oversized corner lot.

550 donne avenue | university city 3 bedrooms $245,500 new 3rd bedroom option just added to this stunning home on a unique cul-de-sac. an enviable lifestyle!

45 Godwin lane | ladue 4 bedrooms, 4½ baths $869,000 center hall plan on almost 1 acre with pool. Fabulous entertaining space including open hearth & family rms.

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823 coulanGe court | creve coeur 4 bedrooms, 2 baths $495,000 new look! new price! almost 4,100 sq. ft. of 1-story, easy living. renovated kitchen overlooks patio & pool.

710 douGherty Place | kirkwood 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths $459,900 Gorgeous & bright open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Pool with separate full bath.

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[ COMMUNITY JanuaryCALENDAR February] by kari williams

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Vashon High Activists

Learn how young St. Louisans from one city high school played a part in the Civil Rights movement. Missouri History Museum. Through June 17. Free, mohistory.org.

Ensemble Espanol Movie Stills Spanish Dance Tchaikovsky 4 & More Theater

Delight in the juxtaposition John Stezaker creates with classic movie stills, book illustrations and more. Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, Free, 7 p.m., kemperartmuseum.wustl.edu.

A variety of Spanish-flavored dances bring Hispanic culture to the Touhill Performing Arts Center. $35 to $50 8 p.m., dancestlouis.org.

Continue ringing in the new year when Tchaikovsky 4 makes its way to Powell Hall. 10:30 a.m., $25 t0 $55 stlsymphony.org.

Way to Heaven

judy pfaff

This play exposes how the Nazis tried to cover up what was going on at Theresienstadt concentration camp. The New Jewish Theatre. $35.50, 7:30 p.m., newjewishtheatre.org.

Welcome artist Judy Pfaff back to St. Louis with her latest exhibit at Bruno David Gallery. The exhibit runs through March 3. Free, 5 p.m., brunodavidgallery.com.

Trivia Night

Quiz yourself and your friends while helping Our Lady’s Inn maternity homes, Family Shield Ministries and St. Elizabeth of Hungary Pro-Life. St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. $20 per person in advance, 7 p.m., ourladysinn.org.

Stories of Resilience

Discover Kirkwood’s history through Missouri History Museum’s community forum, in conjunction with the Kirkwood Roots exhibition. Free, 7 p.m., mohistory.org.

Ryan Adams

Ryan Adams returns to the stage after a short hiatus. 8 p.m., Peabody Opera House, $22 to $32, peabodyoperahouse.com

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Blues Barn Dance

Kick up your boots and get ready to gamble for a good cause with members of the St. Louis Blues. Scottrade Center, $250, 6 p.m., 314.589.5998.

Little Big Town

Little Big Town brings its country hits to Lumiere Place. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., $25 lumiereplace.com

Lewis Black Lewis Black’s dark, but thoughtprovoking brand of comedy spares no one. Peabody Opera House, $36.50 to $72, 8 p.m., peabodyoperahouse.com.

Rock of Ages When a rocker guy meets an innocent girl, a rock ‘n’ roll love story ensues. The Fabulous Fox, $30 to $75, 8 p.m., fabulousfox. com.

Backyard Bird Festival

Turn your eyes to the sky for Missouri Botanical Garden’s bird watching event, complete with exhibits and hands-on activities. Free with Garden admission, 9 a.m., mobot.org.

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Star Trek First Friday Come as Spock, Captain Kirk or any other Enterprise crew member for the Science Center’s Star Trek: The Exhibition. Science Center, $14, 6 p.m., slsc.org.

Michael Jackson: The Immortal

Don’t miss this Thriller of a good time when Cirque de Soleil brings the memory of Michael Jackson to life. Scottrade Center, $50 to $175, 8 p.m., scottradecenter.com.

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