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St. Louis has had its issues lately, but I still say: Give me a good, old Midwestern town like ours any day. Traveling to San Francisco always illustrates just how livable our hometown is by contrast. We may not have Lindy Hop lessons or disco Rollerblade in the park every Sunday, but we have a very nice zoo and several pet parades, if you’re so inclined. And while San Francisco might host some pretty unusual events—cheese-wrapping contests (for form and speed) and a Halloween parade through The Castro that makes our Mardi Gras look like the church picnic, we have a darn good restaurant scene and more than our fair share of microbreweries.

And there’s the whole ‘green’ thing. Green is good, except when it’s militant. All I can say is: Do not try walking into a San Francisco Whole Foods without your own shopping bags. And don’t even think about asking them to double-bag your groceries.

Where we really shine, though, is in the driving arena. In San Francisco, few streets are wider than two lanes in each direction—and there are no left-turn lanes (really). When you add the prodigious number of buses in the right lane, it’s clear why driving there is such a hassle.

Then there are the parking meters, which cost 5 cents per minute and are a constant source of aggravation. Especially if you’re not sure exactly where someplace is. I now know the Geary Starbucks is at 19th Avenue. It’s hard to find because signage—like the iconic circular logo that protrudes from most Starbucks—is not permitted: too corporate. By the time I found the place, I was out 20 nickels and needed to get the bathroom code (it’s 524). I hope I’ve saved you a dollar in nickels and a headache; it’s the Midwestern thing to do.

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by tony di martino MORE THAN 1,450 CHILDREN DIE FROM ABUSE OR NEGLECT ANNUALLY, and countless

fatalities go unreported. In Missouri alone, 93,000 calls were made to child abuse hotlines in 2013, an increase of 26 percent from 2009. Those who survive abuse often suffer severe trauma, as local couple Tom and Alison learned last year when they adopted two young sisters. “Unbeknownst to us, the older girl had been sexually and physically brutalized from the age of 2,” Alison says. “She would act out sexually and suffered destructive, violent tantrums. My days were spent holding her for dear life, so she wouldn’t harm herself or others. Tom and I were scared to death. We didn’t know if we would be able to keep her. We kept searching for help, only to be told it would be months before anyone could see us.”

Then they were referred to Family Resource Center, a nonprofit agency that gives abused children and teens a chance for a better life. “We called and they said, ‘Please come right in, we can help,’” Tom recalls. “They directed us to their therapeutic preschool and an incredibly skillful, compassionate therapist. It was the first step to healing our daughter.”

Family Resource Center, established in 1974, serves more than 7,000 children and family members each year. “We strengthen families where abuse has occurred, or is at risk of occurring, through a comprehensive range of innovative, evidence-based therapeutic, educational and support services,” explains CEO Greg Echele. Programs, often offered in collaboration with the family court system, schools, neighborhood partnerships and other agencies, are designed to treat all forms of child abuse and neglect—and to prevent it whenever possible. Services include parenting skills training and mentoring, in-home prevention programs, and foster care recruitment, training and case management. “Our Family Preservation program keeps 85 out of 100 eligible kids out of foster care,” Echele notes. “And Pathbuilders, which focuses on abusive families caught in the welfare system, has a 100 percent track record of preventing or stopping abuse.”

The center gets some support from United Way, but relies on donations from caring individuals, corporations and foundations. Soar, a major fundraiser, takes place Feb. 14 at Union Station. This year’s theme is Rising Above Abuse, Reaching New Heights. Honorary co-chairs are Ken Cella, principal of branch development at Edward Jones, and his wife, Melissa; Ivan and Jenifer Garcia, owners of Garcia Properties; and Gary Olson, former CEO of St. Luke’s Hospital, and his wife, Gail.

“A kite can’t fly on its own,” Echele says. “It needs wind, somebody to grab the string and run, and strong, steady support,” he says. “The kids we serve deserve the same. So many children and families desperately need our help—and they need it now.” He asks St. Louisans who can’t attend the gala to send a donation. “Working together, we can help break the generation-to-generation cycle of despair, abuse and neglect, and help these kids find a way to truly soar.”

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Let’s call this a public-service announcement. Everyone, take that lottery ticket out of your pocket. Did you buy it Jan. 7?

That’s good. At a convenience store in Ballwin? That’s great. Where, exactly? Speedy Gas & Wash? Maybe yes, maybe no, you think. Man, that could be even better!

Now, let’s just chill for a few moments. Breathe in deeply.

Now, hold it in. OK … let it out, slowly. Why? Because it will make you feel so much better when we give you the numbers, which would entitle you to a $3.6 million prize if they’re on your ticket. Now, put on your glasses, and turn the ticket right-side up. It’s been some stretch of weather we’re having, eh? Pitchers and catchers are to report to spring training in … excuse me? Oh, yes; the numbers. Is the first one a ‘9’? Why’d you pick that? Stan the Man wore No. 6. That’s what I picked. I bet thousands of St. Louisans pick that every week. OK; so you picked ‘9’ as your first number, and … you’re right! Awesome.

So, everyone who picked ‘6’ as the first number, tear up your ticket. Bummer for all of us. But there are five other numbers, of course. They could make it or break it. Ready? Sure? All right then, here we go: 15, 33, 35, 38 and 43. Aw, nuts. You had one or two, but not all? I didn’t have any. Sucks to be us … again. But whoever has all six numbers, the Missouri Lottery is looking for you … and we bet you know who you are. Make sure to sign the back of the ticket first. Then, head straight for any of the Missouri Lottery’s four offices—in St. Louis, Springfield, Jefferson City or Kansas City. You have 180 days to claim. Please let us know when you’re leaving.

We’d like to follow you. You know, for protection. Plus, to celebrate your newfound generosity.

Let’s hear a rousing fanfare for Doug Hoover, who has been named Music Educator of the Year for the 2014-15 school year. Hoover, who has taught for more than 30 years at Parkway Central High School, received the honor from the St. Louis Suburban Music Educators Association.

Under his leadership, the Parkway Central Band has garnered plaudits for its musical accomplishments, as well as been in the national spotlight by performing at such events as the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade, the Fiesta Bowl Parade, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Miami Orange Bowl Parade, and the 1989 U.S. Presidential Inaugural Parade for George H. W. Bush. Prior to his career at Parkway, Hoover taught in New Mexico and was assistant band director at a Santa Fe high school. He received a bachelor’s degree from New Mexico State and a master’s from just right of the big river at SIU-Edwardsville.

Regardless of whether you think the gallons of unflattering tabloid ink about country/pop star Taylor Swift are accurate,

Scholastic Corp. thought enough of her to create a writing contest based on her mega-hit song Shake It Off. And the entries poured in, about 45,000 of them, by the U.S. mail (no other method of entry was allowed) with essays or poems exploring how to ‘shake off’ negative feelings. And this is where it gets serious. And where Isabella, a sixth-grader at the Wilson School in Clayton, got her moment in the spotlight. She wrote about how she shook off the blue feelings she got about her brother’s battle with leukemia, by writing or drawing.

Reportedly, her brother got to ring the bell signifying the end of his chemotherapy on the very same day that Isabella was notified she’d been named one of a number of runners-up in the contest.

In sports circles, many eagerly anticipate the naming of the ‘Rookie of the Year.’

And, those who take the pulse of business activities within Creve Coeur and Olivette may be pleased to learn that the up-andcoming business named rookie of the year for 2014 is …

CREVE COEUR

wait for it … Trellis Bookkeeping Solutions. (And the crowd goes wild!) Tina Seidel of Trellis, 11628 Old Ballas Road, accepted the award from Ed Lindner, president of the CCO chamber. In her LinkedIn profile, Seidel emphasizes a passion for helping small businesses grow by working smarter, not harder. Lindner also handed out awards honoring the accomplishments of other hometown businesses and institutions, which included tips of the chamber’s hat for volunteer efforts and community service: Stephen Wolff of Wolff Properties was named businessperson of the year. Sports Clips received the award for its volunteer efforts. And the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, which has perhaps the largest footprint of any concern within the CCO Chamber, was recognized for its community service efforts.

It goes something like this: You’re stopped at a traffic light when you feel a bump from behind. Somebody has hit you! Flustered, you put the car in park, get out and check for damage. Meanwhile, two people get out of the other car, the first to apologize profusely … the other to get in your car and take off with it. You’ve probably been hearing lately about this new twist on carjacking, in which nobody so far in our area has been hurt. After such an incident last month in Kirkwood at Geyer Avenue and Big Bend Boulevard, police provide some pointers: 1. Pull off to the side where you’ll be safer, and call 911.

2. Provide a description of the other vehicle … with a plate number, if possible.

3. If the other driver approaches, roll down the window slightly and let them know you prefer to wait until authorities arrive.

If the bump was a legitimate accident, they’ll wait until after police have finished their work. If the bump was bogus, they already may have taken off.

You can take this one all the way to the bank: a taxicab, to rob the bank. Cops say the bearded knucklehead sporting a blackand-white sweatshirt with bold skull-andwings print chose that transportation to rob the Bank of Old Monroe in O’Fallon, the day after Christmas. On one hand, we all understand the feeling of being a little tapped out after the holidays.

Knuckleheads, on the other, typically understand neither the concept of subtlety nor the existence of surveillance cameras at any place from a convenience store to, shucks, a bank. In this case, the dude in garish sweatshirt and ‘gimme’ cap was snapped several times within the bank where, apparently weaponless, he gave the teller his withdrawal slip—a ‘gimme’ note demanding money. It likely was handwritten, unless such things are available on the interwebs. Anyhow, apparently the cab was idling outside during the illicit transaction, because it was described by police as a ‘vehicle of interest.’ Hey, even if our hero didn’t take the cab home, at least he had a wad of cash from which to pay the cabbie, along with hush money … um: a nice tip. BTW, this capeless wonder is not a very nice fellow.

He’s suspected also of robbing a St. Charles bank earlier in the month and has a rap sheet that includes burglary and domestic violence.

Middle-schoolers throughout the country and metro are being offered free admission to see Selma, the widely acclaimed historical drama that provides a stark and gripping view of the 1960s South during the struggle for civil rights, while tickets last. Several theaters in and around St. Louis

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are providing complimentary screenings of the film, which is all the more relevant here at home in the wake of Ferguson. Perhaps motivated partly by that racially charged incident, which shed light on other cases of alleged police brutality in NYC, Detroit and elsewhere, a group of black businessmen in New York underwrote an effort to allow kids to vicariously experience part of the struggle that previous generations endured and still do. Socially conscious leaders here picked up the ball and enlisted four area theaters to provide screenings to students in grades seven through nine: Moolah Theater and Regal St. Louis 18 in the city, along with the O’Fallon 15 and AMC Creve Coeur 12. Teachers may reserve 25 or more tickets for their classroom. Kids must have a report card and/or valid student I.D. Teens for Jeans is all about collecting jeans for area homeless teens, and senior Chase Rose at Lafayette High School in Wildwood is hoping to surpass 200, the approximate number of new or gently used pairs his efforts collected last year. A member of the National Honor Society, Chase kicked off the initiative after getting ideas for giving back at dosomething.org, which provides a carrot: his school could win a $10,000 scholarship grant. Chase built a website to provide details about and promote the program. The images Chase used as illustrations are stark, as are the figures he cites: Two of three homeless in the nation are under age 18—1.5 million U.S. teens are homeless and have very little to keep them warm in the winter. Through the end of the month, jeans will be collected in and picked up from drop boxes located at the Dierbergs and Mathnasium stores in Wildwood Town Center. Lapels in Wildwood will collect until Feb. 7, as will Smoothie King in Ellisville. Of course, jeans are being collected at the high school, as well. So, take off your jeans and hurry on in!

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A glimpse at what’s going on around St. Louis and beyond.

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St. Louisans say a lot in 140 characters.

Check out the tweets of the town and join the conversation on Twitter using #TSsmalltalk.

1/19 Farrah Fazal KSDK @FarrahFazal “I have decided to love. If you are seeking the highest good, I think you can find it through love” Dr, Martin Luther King #MLKDay2015 #STL 1/18 Karl Prinz @KarlThomasPrinz I figured that they would, but nice to see the Cardinals will wear a patch commemorating Oscar Taveras. #stl #Cardinals #baseball 1/19 Saint Louis Zoo @stlzoo And her name is...Ginger! #namebabyorang 1/14 St. Louis Mardi Gras @STLMardiGras T minus one month (and counting) until the Grand Parade. Can’t wait? We’ve got a ton of events in the mean time. Join us!

1/14 Lindsay Pattan @Lindsay_Pattan Guys, I’m sort-of-secretly obsessed with Master Chef Junior. How amazing is @ChefAyla from St. Louis!?

In your fan club, lady! #STL #StLouis 1/18 Erin Counihan @erincounihan Very glad to take the kid to callbacks for West Side Story with @GCPASTL. We love our local youth theater company! #stl

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Opera singer GINA GALATI, general director of Winter Opera St. Louis, has been nominated for a prestigious Miami Life Award as Best Lyric Singer for her recent performance as Norina in Don Pasquale at the Miami Lyric Opera. Nominees were selected by an expert committee, and winners will be chosen through online voting.

Academy Award-winning actor KEVIN COSTNER recently visited St. Louis to promote Black or White, a film he both produced and starred in that opens nationwide Jan. 30.

Wehrenberg’s Ronnie 20 Cine rolled out a red carpet for the star prior to the screening, and afterward, audience members were treated to a Q&A that covered everything from Costner’s career to his interest in funding the film. Costner also attended a luncheon downtown at the Four Seasons with city officials, local VIPs and members of the media to discuss the film.

World-renowned dancers ANTONIO DOUTHIT-BOYD (a St. Louis native and COCA alum) and KIRVIN DOUTHIT-BOYD have been announced as the new co-artistic directors of dance. After retiring from their current role as principal dancers with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the two will manage all aspects of the pre-professional dance division, as well as teach various classes.

KIRVIN AND ANTONIO DOUTHIT-BOYD

LEFT BANK BOOKS is one of hundreds of bookstores that benefited from the generosity of James Patterson, author of the Alex Cross series.

By the end of 2014, Patterson had donated more than $1 million to independent bookstores with children’s sections in an effort to support youth literacy in America.

THE SHELDON ARTS FOUNDATION received the Hartenberger World Music Collection, more than 2,500 historic and classical musical instruments from around the world estimated to be worth more than $2 million, from St. Louisans Aurelia and Jeff Hartenberger. The collection will be shown at The Sheldon during ongoing exhibit rotations curated by Aurelia Hartenberger, an associate professor of music at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, Webster University and Maryville University.

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» 11TH ANNUAL MERCY MASQUERADE Mercy Health Foundation 7 p.m. | Renaissance Grand Hotel mercy.net | 314.251.6000

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Q We use our third bedroom as an

office, but should we revert it back to a bedroom before selling?

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In this situation, they might leave and feel the house lacked something.

Always keep it simple.

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Q Is March too early to list a home?

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We have serious buyers right now.

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Q How important is it to clean the windows before listing? This is expensive, but is it worth it?

A Show buyers you take pride in the care of your home. Sparkling windows make a great first impression. Simply put, an immaculate presentation gets you more money for your home.

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Q What can I do to improve curb appeal in the winter months?

Everything is very bare.

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Remove leaves and clear snow from walks and the driveway. Also make sure your landscape lighting has fresh light bulbs.

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JIM OTTOLINi has joined BREW HUB, a local brewery slated to open early next year, as its first chief financial officer and head brewmaster. Ottolini spent more than 20 years at The St. Louis Brewery, which makes Schlafly beer, and serves as adjunct professor at Washington University. He earned a bachelor’s degree in French literature from the University of Kansas and an executive MBA from Washington University.

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QUINN MARTIN was promoted to partner at MUELLER PROST LC. He previously served as director of business services. Martin is a U.S. Naval veteran who earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Lindenwood University and a master’s degree in business administration from Webster Kaplan University. He has been with the firm for more than 10 years.

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Your best investment is in your own education. Books like Larry Swedroe’s Think, Act and Invest Like Warren Buffet are a great primer. But, because not everyone’s goals or financial situations are the same, how to start building a portfolio depends on your unique circumstances. Before investing for retirement, you must take into consideration your amount of debt and your ability, willingness and need to take risk. It also may be prudent to pay down debt and set aside savings for an emergency or a major purchase.

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Focus on advice, not products: it’s more important to figure out your needs first, and then implement a plan using the optimal investment vehicles to meet those needs. The best investment plan is one that gives you the best chance of meeting your goals, that you’re able to stick to, and that allows you to enjoy life. But investing is only part of a solid financial strategy. A good plan should also take into account your insurance, tax and estateplanning needs.

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MEET JOE EULBERG

OF ST. LOUIS COUNTY | VOLUNTEER by karyn meyer Q| HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A VOLUNTEER? A| I began volunteering in 2002; I ended up retiring a year earlier than I thought and had plenty of free time.

I started out facilitating a Saturday morning group.

Q| WHAT MADE YOU INTERESTED IN THIS PARTICULAR CAUSE? A| I had been violent with my wife Barbara and over a period of years, my outbursts of violent behavior became more frequent and more serious. She finally said if I didn’t get help, she would leave with the kids, and she gave me Raven’s phone number. I was aware of the organization through my work as a probation officer earlier in my career. It was hard for me to go, but it turned out to be absolutely the best thing that could have happened. I wouldn’t have gotten better or learned tools to help me if I hadn’t gone to Raven. My lesson that I teach to these men is that you can stop. You might feel like you’re out of control, but you’re not. You’re the one choosing violence. But you first have to believe you can do it.

Q| WHAT KIND OF VOLUNTEER WORK ARE YOU INVOLVED WITH? A| I co-facilitate groups that are part of our 32-week program the men are required to complete. Our attendees often are referred by the court, so we’re always pleased when someone comes in on his own. I definitely use the fact that I’m a past perpetrator to relate to them. The groups are ongoing, so they include men who have been there a while and new ones, which helps the dynamic. All you need is one or two who will speak up and challenge the others. That’s what really makes it work. I also do an occasional speaking opportunity, like at local high schools and on the news, to share my story.

Q| IF YOU COULD DO ANYTHING FOR THE ORGANIZATION, WHAT WOULD IT BE? A| I would want more men who are being violent in relationships to reach

out and get help from Raven. Approximately one out of four women will be physically harmed by a partner in their lifetime. That means all of us know someone who is affected by this; it’s just often well-hidden. At the worst of my violence, no one knew what I was doing to Barbara. But now, we’ve been married 43 years. You can literally save a life by giving out Raven’s phone number.

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IN THE WORDS OF RAVEN: “Joe is walking proof that people can change. He is quick to explain to our clients that they are not bad people; they have made bad choices, but they can make empowering, constructive choices moving forward. He inspires our men to be better people, to contribute meaningfully to their families and communities. ”

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[BACKTALK A DIFFERENT KIND OF ADVICE COLUMN

by raschelle burton & patty hannum

Q: I AM NOW AT THE AGE WHEN MY FRIENDS ARE STARTING TO HAVE GRANDCHILDREN,

AND EVERY LUNCH INCLUDES PICTURES. SOME OF THESE KIDS ARE NOT THAT ATTRACTIVE, AND THEN YOU FIND OUT THEIR PARENTS ALSO HAVE GIVEN THEM RIDICULOUS NAMES. WHAT IS A PROPER RESPONSE WHEN YOUR FRIEND ASKS WHAT YOU THINK OF THEIR LATEST GRANDCHILD? —TRUTH TELLER

PATTY: OK, I will be honest. Most babies do look like space aliens unless they are yours. I have

two attractive children, but when I look at their newborn pictures, yikes! Concerning names, I have a large extended family and I am often perplexed at the names bestowed upon my great-nieces and -nephews. I can’t spell them, much less pronounce them correctly. But it is none of my business. So what you say is: “How wonderful that you have a healthy grandchild.

Aren’t you lucky? She is amazing.” And once you become a grandmother, I guarantee you will understand.

RASCHELLE: I can’t speak to ugly babies because I have never seen one. But l I grew up in Omaha, Nebraska, as Raschelle Majda Serghini, so I know a thing or two about weird names (although it was the ‘70s, so we called them unique names). I was tormented and teased and forever spelling and pronouncing my name for people—plus I had a lisp (but that’s another story for another time). I had it a lot easier than my brother Omar and a little worse than my other brother Philip, but we all turned out to be successful, happy adults—never mind why my eye is twitching. I didn’t meet another ‘Rachelle’ until I was in my 40s and now two of my very best friends are named Rachelle (notice that my name is now spelled wrong). Bottom line: let them name the kids whatever they feel like naming them. Our names are not our destiny.

Q: I RECENTLY GAINED WEIGHT AND TWICE IN THE PAST WEEK PEOPLE HAVE ASKED ME “WHEN AM I DUE?” I KNOW I NEED TO LOSE WEIGHT, BUT WHAT SHOULD I SAY WHEN PEOPLE ASK ME THIS EMBARRASSING QUESTION?

—A LITTLE CHUBBY

PATTY: I am one of those people who is constantly stepping ‘into it.’ I have asked people how

old their daughter is, only to be told she is their wife. I have mistaken parents for grandparents, brothers and sisters for married couples and non-pregnant women for pregnant women. I should not be allowed in any social circles with all my faux pas. An “I am not pregnant” is all you need to say. “We” will slink away and wonder where we should go hide to prevent offending anyone else. We are idiots.

RASCHELLE: I say just go with it, toss out a due date. Imagine the rumors that will ensue. I’m not kidding, but before you do that let me tell a long story. Years ago, on a hot June day, I was in an elevator with my beloved boss who loved people and being in-the-know about people.

Plus, he was a bit of a showoff about it all. On that day, a woman got on the elevator with us and he said, in his loudest outside voice, “Hey! When’s that baby due?” She smiled and said, “He was born in January.” We all just stood there, staring at our shoes, and endured the longest elevator ride EVER! Why do I tell you this story? Well because I’m just saying sometimes it isn’t about you and whatever it is that is making you feel insecure. Sometimes it’s the other person’s needs that drive a behavior. So show these people a lot of grace; they’re just trying to connect with other people. If you can’t show them grace, then smack them with a snide comment and enjoy admiring everyone’s shoes.

>> PATTY HANNUM SUGGESTS WHEN NAMING YOUR CHILD YOU ALSO CONSIDER THEIR INITIALS. MONOGRAMMING CAN SOMETIMES BE EMBARRASSING OTHERWISE. >> RASCHELLE BURTON MARRIED FOR THE LAST NAME.

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THE SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES FAIR offers information on camps for kids ages 3 through 18. Come visit with representatives from more than 150 camps (summeropportunitiesfair.org) …

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ST. PATRICK CENTER

St. Patrick Center recently celebrated the opening of its new McMurphy’s Cafe.

Located at the agency’s headquarters downtown, the cafe provides employment training for homeless and at-risk individuals and offers house-made breakfast and lunch.

CROWN CENTER FOR SENIOR LIVING

Crown Center for Senior Living celebrated the opening of its newly installed Culinary Studio, a demonstration kitchen designed to help educate retirees about nutrition and healthy cooking through culinary classes and workshops.

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OASIS

Children from The Boys & Girls Club of Greater St. Louis joined OASIS Catch Healthy Habits volunteers to participate in the St. Louis Rams ‘Play 60’ event, which promotes the importance of physical activity.

ST. LOUIS CLASSICAL GUITAR SOCIETY

The inaugural Guitar Ensemble Fest, hosted by St. Louis Classical Guitar Society, featured talented student performers who received guitar donations from the Guitar Society. The event also celebrated student achievement and a $20,000 grant from the Augustine Foundation in support of the organization’s Ferguson Guitar Initiative.

BALABAN’S

Michelle Keesal of Chesterfield (pictured), whose description of a picture-perfect date at Balaban’s in the ‘80s, won the restaurant’s anniversary contest. Keesal got dinner for two at Balaban’s, as well as a two-night stay at a nearby hotel.

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WHAT TO WEAR…

WHERE ] by ellen nisenson soule

[ST. LOUIS BALLET’S ‘LOVE IS IN THE AIR’ CELEBRATE LOVE ON VALENTINE’S DAY, with St. Louis Ballet’s winter

gala, ‘Love is in the Air.’ At the Touhill Performing Arts Center on Feb. 14, guests will be treated to cocktails and a performance of ‘Love is in the Air,’ followed by a sit-down dinner, live auction and dancing. A highlight of the evening is sure to be when ballet members join in the dancing festivities after their performance.

Gala co-chairs are Ken Stuckenschneider, Paula Reed, Retta Leritz and Patricia Whiteside; the benefit supports the ongoing operations of St. Louis Ballet. The company is directed by former New York City Ballet principal dancer Gen Horiuchi and is composed of 20 professional dancers and five apprentices, many of whom completed programs elsewhere before winning a national audition to dance in St. Louis. Established in 1975, the company presents both classic and contemporary ballets and operates a ballet training program.

Now … what to wear? Anything pink, for certain, according to the invitation. And red is definitely an option in the Valentine’s Day color tradition. Any variation of these colors also would be appropriate. Cocktail attire is the most likely choice for women, however a fabulous pink or red long gown is certainly acceptable. For men? Consider pink and red accents in the form of ties, pocket squares and—for the ultimate fashion statement—socks. Suits are the most likely choice, but if you want to ramp it up, wear your favorite tux.

For more information on St. Louis Ballet, visit stlouisballet.org.

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St. Louis designer CLAIRE FLOWERS has taken matters into her own hands … well, feet actually. Flowers recently launched a line of heels that should help women walk with a little more grace.

A wide-bottom stiletto offers better balance, hardware on the back protects the shoe while driving, and a rubber sole creates more traction. The shoes can be found locally at 10DENZA BOUTIQUE.

SITTER SERVICE

St. Louis native and Whitfield graduate Morgan Clark has launched a new local babysitting service, STL SITTER. After working for a similar operation in Columbus, Ohio, the 25-year-old former nanny recognized the need here for reliable sitters who are available for everything from last-minute dinner dates to planned vacations. Beginning in March, parents can log on to an interactive website to browse profiles of local sitters who have gone through an extensive background check and interview process.

HEALTHY APPROACH

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Meredith Daniels of Chesterfield, a certified wellness advocate with the essential-oils company dōTERRA, is making it easy for St. Louisans to learn how to incorporate natural products into their everyday lives.

Daniels teaches classes and hosts one-on-one meetings to discuss alternatives to synthetic medicines and toxic household and personal care products by using the company’s certified pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils.

AWARD WINNER

Richard Harris, founder and past president of NATIONAL COMMERCIAL EXCHANGE (NCE), has been honored with the prestigious Legends of Barter Award from the International Reciprocal Trade Association.

Harris started NCE in 1980 and grew it into one of the most respected barter companies in the U.S. before selling it to International Monetary Systems in 2011.

TALENTED TAILOR

LUDMILLA DOBKIN TAILOR SHOP recently opened at 9216 Clayton Road, Ste. 119, to accommodate her growing list of clientele. Dobkin was a seamstress at Neiman Marcus for 11 years before opening her own business and is known for her work on gowns for the Veiled Prophet Ball, prom and weddings.

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Dancers in evening dresses and tuxedos sway and plunge in dances by artistic director Gen Horiuchi, Francis Patrelle and Emery LeCrone – hailed by The New York Times as “ready for primetime knockout.”

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Optional pre-performance dinner on February 13!

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MARI DE VILLA, LOCATED AT 13900 CLAYTON ROAD, IS A LUXURY RETIREMENT COMMUNITY THAT OFFERS INDEPENDENT LIVING IN THE VILLA ESTATES, AN ASSISTED LIVING ENVIRONMENT AND SKILLED NURSING ON ITS MORE THAN 22-ACRE CAMPUS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 636.227.5347 OR VISIT MARIDEVILLA.COM. PICTURED ON THE COVER ARE MARI DE VILLA DIRECTORS. SEATED: RED SCHOENDIENST AND LAYTON STEWART; STANDING: FRITZ, MARY KAY AND FRED WIESEHAN. COVER DESIGN BY SARAH GIBSON | COVER PHOTO BY TIM PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

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FAMILY AFFAIR MARI DE VILLA by karyn meyer THE DATE WAS MARCH 9, 1960, and St. Louis was buried in snow. But Joe and Georgana Linneman

were not as concerned with the weather as they were with welcoming the first resident to their newly opened luxury retirement community in Town & Country, Mari de Villa. The driveway wasn’t plowed when the car arrived, so without hesitation, Joe Linneman personally carried the first guest through the front doors of her new home.

It’s that level of care that has brought Mari de Villa to its 55th anniversary this year. The property has seen multiple renovations and expansions, but the focus has always remained on the people.

“Joe and Georgana always instilled a loving, caring family atmosphere that has been passed down to all of us,” says current president Fred Wiesehan. “We not only want to serve the guests who reside here, but also get to know who they are. We want them to be comfortable and for their families to feel comfortable.” He and his wife, Mary Kay Wiesehan (who serves as vice president and director), have continued the Linneman’s hands-on approach since coming to the community 31 years ago.

They live on-site, and it’s truly a family affair, since their two sons also work there full-time.

The grounds, which now cover more than 22 acres, include luxury accommodations for all levels of care. The Villa Estates offer independent living in one- and two-bedroom units that range in size from 1,000 square feet to more than 3,000 square feet. “They are beautifully appointed with hardwood floors, kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and private elevators in some,” Wiesehan says. The Villa East and West buildings are for those who require full skilled-nursing care, which is available to all residents 24/7. “That’s the beauty of Mari de Villa,” Wiesehan notes. “Some residents start out in the villas and over time require more care or assistance.

But it’s all right here, so the transition is smooth. They’ve gotten to know us and vice versa.”

Approximately 80 residents live in the villas and about 130 in the assisted living and skilled nursing buildings, which allows for everyone to truly get to know their neighbors. “We try to make it a family atmosphere for both our guests and their families,” Wiesehan says. “It’s great for visitors to see the same people each time.”

Wiesehan notes that while most residents in the villas still drive and are involved in their own activities and clubs, Mari de Villa offers countless activities on campus, like water aerobics, exercise programs, Sunday brunch, book clubs and Wednesday night dinners at the clubhouse. “We also have a large motor coach that can transport residents to various venues and restaurants around St. Louis,” he says. “It even transported a group to a winery in Ste. Genevieve and lunch in Washington, Mo., for some of the 24 excursions last year—there are plenty of opportunities for guests to be involved here and in their own lives, as well.”

There have been many improvements at Mari de Villa over the years: the addition of physical therapy, memory care and Alzheimer’s departments, and expansion of the Garden Room and dining and living rooms in the Villa East and West buildings. But the quality of care and service remains the top priority, Wiesehan says. “My wife said it best,” he notes. “Mari de Villa just gets better with age!”

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[ amuse bouche ] THE SCENE

Hip, urban sushi lounge

THE CHEF/OWNER Brad Baracha

THE PRICES

$11 to $16 sashimi, $5 to $14 sushi, $4 to $24 starters and entrees

THE FAVORITES

Blue Fin Tuna sashimi, Hot and Sour Soup, Baiku Fried Rice, Grilled Salmon, Green Tea Ice Cream

SLU’S HOTEL IGNACIO, launched a few years ago, has finally opened its restaurant, and it was worth the wait. The top-notch sushi lounge—tiny, with about a dozen tables—is intimate, nightclubby and delicious.

It’s got a cool, urban vibe that suits the hip lobby area.

Contemporary white walls are enhanced by a massive industrial sculpture all along one side. A large ‘light column’ changes colors, giving the room, variously, an orange or blue glow, and separates the sushi kitchen from the dining tables.

A sushi special one night was Blue Fin Tuna from Ecuador ($20), a buttery fish attractively served with wasabi, pickled ginger and straws of daikon radish.

Brad Baracha, founder of longtime sushi favorite Miso on Meramec, runs Baiku, and you can see his hand in the caliber of sushi here and its artistic presentation.

Hot and Sour Soup is delicious. Pleasantly ‘soured’ with vinegar, it contains pork and chicken, wood ear mushrooms and greens, and is thick and satisfying. It’s also an amazing value for $4.

In the Noodles category, Lobster Shiu Mai ($16) is a

bowlful of food centered around two excellent lobster dumplings with fish cake and poached egg. I was expecting a saucier dish, as it is described as being “in a dashi ramen broth,” but it isn’t liquid at all. Less exciting is the Red Dragon Tofu ($8), which had an appealing texture (dry-fried and not the slightest bit greasy).

But I found the dipping sauce, Korean chili sauce, uninteresting. It had some bite but no complexity.

An order of Baiku Fried Rice ($13) consisted of plump grains of sticky rice sitting in ginger-scallion-hoisin stir-fry. I added Char Siu Pork ($3 extra), which was divine. The dry pork had an Asian rub fragrant with anise that imparts a unique flavor to the dish, which additionally had broccoli, red peppers, bok choy and mushrooms. Not a single grain of rice was left uneaten.

A don’t-miss dish is Grilled Salmon ($24), whose artful preparation brought out the sweet flavor of the fish. The fillet was coated in an orange glaze whose sugars fired up on the heat to create attractive (and crispy) grill marks.

The accompanying pineapple fried rice reinforced the sweet elements without the sticky-sweet excess you

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UMAME | Described as a “pleasant savory taste,” this is imparted by glutamate (a type of amino acid) and thought to round out taste and balance flavor DAIKON | A mild-flavored winter radish native to Southeast Asia HOISIN | A thick, pungent sauce also called Chinese plum sauce that is both sweet and salty in taste

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Love the sushi, and the warm sake is perfect on a cold night. It’s a sophisticated restaurant that feels very NYC cosmopolitan. The service was great and the sushi doesn’t get any better. And I love the cutout section in the lobby where the unisex bathroom is. Very cool!

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often find in pineapple dishes. While the grilled baby bok choy on the plate was pretty, it was hard to eat without silverware! Only chopsticks are provided here.

The big miss was Hanger Steak Ssam, Korean-style marinated meat served with sticky rice, kimchi puree and bibb lettuce leaves. The idea is to stuff the leaves and eat as ‘rolls,’ but the meat was tough, with gristle that was hard to chew. The marinade had a nice sweetness, but nothing could salvage the poorly textured meat.

A real high note was the Green Tea Ice Cream dessert ($7), inventively presented in a black sesame seed shell, the green ice cream sitting in the middle with four slices of green tea mochi arranged around it. On top are slivers of sugary candied ginger. It was every bit as good as it sounds. Japanese cuisine is known for its artistic balance of tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty and umame.

There are two kitchens at Baiku (which means bicycle in Japanese), one for sushi, the other for everything else. So if you don’t want your food coming out in haphazard order, just get the sushi first and order your other dishes after that comes.

YOUR PERSONAL SUSHI HISTORY?

A lifelong lover of sushi since I was 5, I opened Miso restaurant in Clayton in 2001

HOW DID YOU GET INTO THE RESTAURANT BUSINESS?

By accident. The first day I worked in a restaurant was the day I opened Miso.

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The awards spotlight the best of American small-batch foods.

PAPPY’S Rib Combo was annointed the tastiest BBQ in North America by the blog Chowtzer.

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Business is booming with the opening of INSOMNIA COOKIES’ second location on Delmar Boulevard, where it delivers cookies to the sleepless until 3 a.m. EL BURRO LOCO now is bringing Mexican plates to the CWE, while CHEF TONY HILKER oversees the eclectic menu mix for WINFIELD’S, the latest venture (in Kirkwood) by former CARDINAL JIM EDMONDS and partner MARK WINFIELD.

TRATTORIA BRANICA has closed in Frontenac. The smoke is clearing for WILDSMOKE, which is set to reopen soon with a new concept.

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Perhaps you’ve noticed the new, all-natural, glutenfree snack bars at Whole Foods with the unusual name: THIS BAR SAVES LIVES. Indeed, this is true because for every bar sold the company donates a lifesaving nutritional packet to help feed a malnourished child across the world. The initiative was started by actors RAVI PATEL, KRISTEN BELL, TODD GRINNELL and RYAN DEVLIN.

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San Gimignano story and photos by dorothy weiner

If ever a place could be called the epitome of Tuscany, it’s San Gimignano, ‘the princess with towers.’ This medieval city is an enchanting vision of cobblestone walks, narrow passageways, gastronomia and, of course, towers that have been frozen in time.

That’s probably what made it the setting for movies like The English Patient and Tea With Mussolini. And the borgo of choice for foreign esthetes, including Lord Byron and the Browning sisters (today, Tony Blair has a country home nearby).

Originally a fortified city of 72 towers, 14 still remain, more than enough to make it a star among stars. The lords of the surrounding countryside built towers inside the walls to protect themselves from invasions, commonplace during the Middle Ages. Additionally, there were warring factions within the walls, the Guelphs and the Ghibellines; a close look at the towers reveals openings in the stones where rocks, hot oil, slings, arrows and other missives were tossed out at interlopers. But the city thrived despite its reputation for contentious residents, in part because it was a popular stop on the Via Francigena for pilgrims passing from France to Rome (many of them originating in Canterbury, England, and immortalized by Chaucer).

Known as the ‘medieval Manhattan,’ San Gim, as the locals affectionately call it, is a UNESCO historic site where visitors can thoroughly enjoy the old and the new. Entering through the massive San Giovanni gate, you follow the narrow path past ancient storefronts displaying hog’s heads, Chianti, leather purses, painted ceramics, linens and ricciarelli (almond cookies). Don’t commit too soon, as the path leads to the main square, the historic city center where you can practically feel the ox-drawn carts and crusty blacksmiths of old without even closing your eyes.

This was the center of commerce and community, the place where people gathered, no doubt at the ancient well that gives the square its name, Piazza della Cisterna (plaza of the cistern). That landmark is the spoke around which many shops radiate, not the least of which is Gelateria di Piazza, the “World’s Best Gelato,” according to owner Sergio Dondoli.

Dondoli is vice president of the Italian Gelato Association and was a member of the Italian team that won the Ice Cream World Championship in 2006/07 and 2008/09. His signature concoctions include Champelmo (pink grapefruit and sparkling wine), Rosemary Baby (raspberry and rosemary), Saguedi Bue (spicy chocolate and sour cherries) and Crema di

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: VIEW OF COUNTRYSIDE, CURED HAMS, ONE SIDE OF THE PLAZA, COOKIE SHOP, OUTDOOR STAIRWELL (INSET)

EAT STAY which she had languished for years. (Remember, this is Italy, the land of miracles.)

Once you’ve taken in the sense of history at Piazza della Cisterna, you should walk through the square to the best view in town (and that speaks volumes). Behind the old church, the Collegiata, are the remains of the city’s 14th-century fortress, the Rocca, where you can climb on top of the crumbling ramparts for 360-degree views of the picturesque Tuscan countryside. It’s a little bit of a hike up narrow stone stairs, but you will be rewarded with the image of a lifetime.

The picturesque town was three times visited by the Black Death, in 1348, 1464 and 1631, which probably helped to preserve it in time, as travelers— and change—avoided the sleepy hamlet until the 19th century.

Now, San Gimignano is one of Tuscany’s most iconic spots.

Accommodations in town are expensive, especially for what they are (which is not 4-star, or even 3). But there are charming places in the surrounding countryside, including agriturismo spots and transformed villas like the one where our Insight Vacations (insightvacations.com) group stayed, BORGO SAN LUIGI. The 400-year-old estate is a 4-star property you enter from an elegant, cypresslined drive; cocktails are served in a terraced solarium and breakfast in the onetime stable.

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Santa Fina (cream with saffron and pine nuts).

The area around San Gimignano is renowned for saffron, plucked from the stamen of crocus indigenous to the region. The bright powder was used 1,000 years ago as a dye in the region’s thriving silk trade, when mulberry trees were as common as olive groves now are. During that time, too (1253), the miracle of Santa Fina took place, turning a young girl into the town’s patron saint. The story holds that 11-year-old Fina dei Ciardi remained fiercely devoted to the Virgin Mary throughout her illness and the death of both parents, preaching the faith to neighbors much older and more fortunate than she. St. Gregory allegedly appeared in her room and predicted she would die on March 12, which she did. Then all the bells of San Gimignano began ringing simultaneously on their own at her passing, and flowers sprung from the pallet on

Italian breakfasts are usually espresso and bread/buns, while lunches are best taken on the fly—with pizza and lasagna topping the list.

We had dinner at a little family trattoria in the countryside, L’ASTRONAVE (the astronaut), opened on the exact day Neil Armstrong walked on the moon. It’s a mom-and-pop affair, where traditional dishes are served family style.

MUSEO DELLA TORTURA (torture museum) is located off Piazza della Cisterna and graphically displays and describes medieval instruments of torture. SAN GIMIGNANO 1300 is a museum that recreates the town during the Middle Ages. The original 72 towers are shown intact, and research by the universities in Pisa and Florence imparts details about the history of this onetime pilgrimage way station.

SANT AGOSTINO, a 13th-century church, has magnificent frescoes.

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This is a shopper’s paradise, with charming little storefronts up and down the main walkways. Give yourself time to savor the magnificent Italian handiwork, whether in leather, linens or ceramics. And remember, to fully enjoy the magnitude of being in a medieval town, you should try to avoid peak season when busloads of tourists can tarnish the experience.

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NOW –3/4 JAMES PALMOUR: RECLAIMED The Dark Room | thedarkroomstl.com

NOW –3/8 ORCHIDS IN THE REALM OF THE SUBLIME BY PATRICIA LASPINO

Monsanto Hall Gallery | Missouri Botanical Garden | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | $8 | mobot.org

2/6 –4/11 MATERIALIZATION/DE-MATERIALIZATION BY MARCO BRAMBILLA Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis | 7 – 9 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday Free | camstl.org

FOXCATCHER » You know the saying, ‘nails on a blackboard’? While it was interesting seeing Steve Carell in a serious role (‘creepy’ is a better way to describe it), this movie was boring, with oddly one-dimensional characters. The plodding storyline is based on the true tale of billionaire blueblood John DuPont’s effort in the ’80s to designate his Foxcatcher estate in Pennsylvania as the official Olympic training ground for wrestling. Sounds random, but describing it as a way to get back at Mommy Dearest (who finds wrestling “a low sport”) doesn’t begin to scratch the surface of psychosis in DuPont (played by Carell). And star wrestler Mark Shultz (Channing Tatum) is equally one-dimensional. Instead of focusing on these characters, the movie dances around too many elements—scarred men, what the Olympic process does to athletes—and never deals with any satisfactorily.

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? No. It’s boring. —D.W. VIEWED AT LANDMARK THEATRES PLAZA FRONTENAC

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AMERICAN SNIPER »This film takes you inside the life of American soldiers and helps explain the mindset of valor and patriotism.

Bradley Cooper portrays real-life sniper Chris Kyle, a Texan who found his purpose in protecting fellow servicemen.

But the film at times is trite and disjointed. The movie broaches, but never delves into, too many ‘issues’: a sense of inferiority by Chris’ brother, Chris’ reaction to a cheating girlfriend, his PTSD and its resolution, neither of which is explained. And director Clint Eastwood uses silly devices to move the action forward, like signaling Chris’ PTSD is cured when he sees a stallion running free at his ranch; we need more to go on. Where the movie shines is in its battle scenes, which get us in touch with the horrors troops face and where Cooper aptly conveys the valor, skill, determination and gravity of being a sniper.

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? Yes, it is a tribute to those who serve. —D.W.

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Missouri History Museum | 10:30 a.m. | Free mohistory.org

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Big Muddy Dance Company | The Pageant | 8 p.m. | $22 thebigmuddydanceco.org

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New Jewish Theatre | Wool Studio Theatre at the Jewish Community Center | $38 – $42 | newjewishtheatre.org

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2/5 THE BLACK CADILLACS

» We drink it, we play in it, we love it! In celebration of the Watershed Cairns gallery installation, we’ll read stories about water.

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Offering options to help patients live full, happy lives

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[A FULLER LIFE SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP by stephanie zeilenga OVER THE YEARS, VIAGRA HAS OFTEN BEEN THE SUBJECT OF LATE-NIGHT COMICS,

but erectile dysfunction is a condition that can seriously impact a man’s quality of life. After losing his prostate to cancer in his early 50s, Belleville resident Anthony found himself with ED. To maintain sexual function, he had a prosthesis surgically implanted in 2002. Everything was fine for more than a decade, until the prosthesis stopped working in 2013.

Unable to be intimate for a year and seeking answers, the now 65-year-old turned to SLUCare Physician Group’s Dr. Sophia Ford-Glanton, a urologist and assistant professor in the Division of Urologic Surgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.

Medication is commonly prescribed but is not always the ideal solution, and some men might not even respond to it at all, says Ford-Glanton. She says SLUCare offers a wealth of additional choices, from a vacuum device to penile injections and implants. “While Viagra and other medications are the main treatment options, there’s others, as well, and we offer all of them at reasonable cost.”

Surgical intervention in the form of implants is recommended only after the patient has not found success with other methods. “If the patient comes to me and has already tried medications, I first make sure they were used correctly,” Ford-Glanton says. “If not, I train them on proper use.”

Implants come in both semirigid and inflatable forms. “With the latter, we place a pump in the scrotum that inflates the prosthesis so it appears like a more natural erection,” Ford-Glanton explains. “The feeling is normal and the patient can enjoy normal functionality.”

In Anthony’s case, a new prosthesis was needed. But before the procedure could take place, Ford-Glanton required a full medical check-up—standard for all her ED patients. “If the patient has heart disease, for example, we need to get that treated first. Once they’re cleared for physical activity and we know they’re in good health, then we can work on treating their ED,” she says. “If patients get their other health issues under control, it can help prevent further damage.”

Although initially uncomfortable with a female doctor treating his ED, Anthony soon accepted Ford-Glanton. “I really liked that she wouldn’t perform the surgery until I had a complete medical,” he explains. “It made me feel like she really cared about my welfare. When she realized I was uncomfortable, she even gave me the option of going to another doctor—it wasn’t her way or the highway. But she won my confidence and thoroughly explained the procedure and complications.

She really helped improve my quality of life.”

Anthony’s experience is one Ford-Glanton and her SLUCare team strive to replicate for each patient they see. “We believe in giving patients multiple options to choose from and supporting them in whatever choice they make,” she says. “We’re there to assist and guide. We consider ourselves partners in patient care, and we like our patients to be completely involved in the choices made.”

PICTURED ON THE COVER: DR. SOPHIA FORD-GLANTON IS A SLUCARE UROLOGIST WHO PRACTICES AT SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, 3655 VISTA AVE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.577.6131 OR VISIT SLUCARE.EDU/MENSHEALTH. COVER DESIGN BY SARAH GIBSON | COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP

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dr. joseph a. muccini

MIDAMERICA SKIN HEALTH & VITALITY CENTER CREDENTIALS| Board-certified dermatologist, member of the AAD, ASDS, AMA, Missouri Dermatological Society and St. Louis Dermatological Society.

SPECIALTIES| Medical and cosmetic dermatology

PHOTO BY THOMAS WARWICK

BIO| Muccini holds undergraduate and medical degrees from Harvard University and Columbia University, respectively. He underwent postgraduate medical training at the following Harvard teaching hospitals: Massachusetts General, Brigham and Women’s, Boston Children’s, Beth Israel and Deaconess. He completed an internship in general surgery, fellowship and residency in dermatology and a fellowship in cosmetic surgery.

Muccini has more than 20 years of experience in medical and surgical dermatology and has been active in the development and use of technologies and techniques to evaluate human skin pathologies and cosmetic characteristics. His practice offers cosmetic services and procedures, including non-invasive skin-tightening Ultherapy® treatments, PEARL and PEARL Fractional Laser texturing, Precision Tx laser treatment for neck tightening and smaller area contouring and Laser/IPL reduction of wrinkles, sun damage, spider veins and excess hair, among others. He also offers a broad range of cosmetic products, including Botox®, Juvederm®, Radiesse®, Belotero®, Restylane®, Latisse®, colorescience®, Epionce® and Clarisonic®.

WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Building a hospital-based state-of-the-art medical and surgical dermatology practice that not only helps address and defend skin health but also facilitate a sense of well being, confidence, and greater self-esteem through leading edge cosmetic procedures.

222 S. Woods Mill Road, Ste. 475n 314.878.0600 \\ midamericaskin.com

dr. rishad shaikh

ORAL FACIAL SURGERY INSTITUTE CREDENTIALS| Board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon SPECIALTIES| Oral and maxillofacial surgeries to include dental implants, bone grafting, wisdom teeth extractions, facial trauma, temporomandibular joint disorders, orthognathic and treatment for obstructive sleep apnea BIO| Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OMS residency training, including chief resident at West Virginia University in Morgantown, W.V., surgical fellowship training at Mercy Medical Center, Associate Professor at Case Western Reserve University

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WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Helping to improve patient quality of life, whether it be correcting a skeletal facial deformity, performing a total joint replacement to relieve chronic TMJ pain, or simply extracting a painful and infected tooth.

12166 Old Big Bend Road, Ste. 101 \\ 314.822.(ORAL) 6725 621 S. New Ballas Road, Ste. 16A \\ 314.251.(ORAL) 6725 ofsinstitute.com

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dr. teresa l. knight, facog

WOMEN’S HEALTH SPECIALISTS OF SAINT LOUIS CREDENTIALS| M.D., Board-certified ob-gyn, CEO of Women’s Health Specialists, Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and gynecology SPECIALTIES| Obstetrics and gynecology BIO| Bachelor’s degree in Integrative Biology and a minor in Women’s Studies at U.C. Berkley; master’s degree in anatomy and neurobiology from Saint Louis University; medical school at SLU. Residency at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center in St. Louis. Dr. Knight specializes in perimenopausal care and hormone balancing, weight loss counseling, minimally invasive surgery and high-risk obstetrical care.

WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? It is exciting to help women achieve their dreams. In a single day I may help bring a new life into the world or vastly improve the quality of someone’s life with hormone therapy.

max p. benzaquen, m.d.

THE HEADACHE CENTER CREDENTIALS| Board-certified in neurology and psychiatry SPECIALTIES| Headache medicine and vascular neurology BIO| Neurology residency at Washington University St. Louis, fellowship in neurology at Columbia Presbyterian New York, fellowship in neurology at John Hopkins University, Baltimore, M.D., fellowship in neuropathology at the University of Geneva, Switzerland WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Patient care and recognition

the HEADACHE CENTER

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dr. kent l. snowden

SAINT LOUIS ASSOCIATES IN OB/GYN CREDENTIALS| Board-certified ob/gyn.

SPECIALTIES| General obstetrics and gynecology, providing patients high-quality comprehensive ob/gyn health care to women of all ages.

BIO| Medical School – Saint Louis University School of Medicine, ob/gyn residency at St. John’s Mercy – STL. WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Delivering more than 9,000 babies in St. Louis and the surrounding areas and offering patients advanced expertise in women’s health care through the latest diagnostic and operative procedures.

621 S. New Ballas Road, Ste. 1017 B 314.993.6401 \\ snowdenmd.com

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dr. william g. hart jr., facs

HART COSMETIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY INSTITUTE

CREDENTIALS| Board-certified plastic surgeon, board-certified ENT (otolaryngology-facial plastic board), board-certified hand and microvascular surgeon SPECIALTIES| Plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, including rhinoplasty and mini facelifts with less than 10 days recovery BIO| A graduate of Saint Louis University and Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Hart did his general surgery and otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery training at Saint Louis University hospitals, and trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Texas in San Antonio. He received additional specialty training in hand and microvascular surgery at Wayne State University in Detroit, Mich., and has been on mission trips to repair cleft palates for orphans and burn scar release and repair for burn victims. Hart taught to local surgeons current plastic surgery procedures during the trips. In his office, he offers Bodytite,â&#x201E;˘ a non-invasive tummy tuck that involves no general anesthesia, no down time, no multiple visits and immediate results.

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WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Changing the lives of patients through surgical procedures and teaching life-changing surgical skills to physicians who can then train others in China, Peru and Haiti, expanding the impact exponentially.

Hart Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery Institute 621 S. New Ballas Road, Ste. 676A 314.991.1700 \\ hartmd.com

dr. michael horwitz

FEET FOR LIFE COMPANIES MIDCOUNTY SURGERY CENTER CREDENTIALS| Board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery; Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons; Master Surgeon and instructor for GraMedica International; former residency director of DePaul Surgical Residency Program; director of MidCounty Surgery Center, a AAAHC-certified surgery center.

SPECIALTIES| Bunion and forefoot correction; flatfoot correction in children and adults BIO| Horwitz specializes in surgical procedures considered to be at the forefront of the field. The majority of his work concentrates on bunion, forefoot and flat foot correction. In 1991, he founded Feet for Life Podiatry Companies, which includes Feet for Life Podiatry Centers, The Motion Center and CleanSpa. WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Developing longtime relationships with both my patients and staff. It is fulfilling to reflect on how my work has positively impacted the lives of others.

Chesterfield Valley \\ University City-Clayton 314.983.0303 \\ feetforlifecenters.com

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dr. stephen a. wexler

EYE CARE ASSOCIATES OF ST. LOUIS CREDENTIALS| M.D., Board-certified ophthalmologist; clinical professor at Washington University; certified AMO-VISX/Intralase instructor; examiner, American Board of Ophthalmology; medical director,TLC Laser Eye Center-St. Louis; past president, Missouri Ophthalmology Society.

SPECIALTIES| Ophthalmology and refractive surgery BIO| Dr. Wexler is a graduate of the University of Michigan and completed his ophthalmology residency at University of Wisconsin-Madison. He began studying refractive surgery in the mid-1980s, and was the first surgeon in St. Louis to perform LASIK surgery using bladeless IntraLase® technology. He serves on an advisory panel with leading U.S. refractive surgeons, and teaches LASIK surgery to the ophthalmology residents and cornea fellows at Washington University.

15 The Boulevard, St. Louis \\ 314.863.4200 11611 Gravois Road \\ 314.842.3130 eyecarestl.com

PHOTO BY THOMAS WARWICK

WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Having access to and mastering the ever-changing technology for correcting people’s vision. In Refractive Surgery, there is always something new and exciting on the horizon.

dr. sean m. breit

EYE CARE ASSOCIATES OF ST. LOUIS CREDENTIALS| M.D., Board-certified ophthalmologist, clinical instructor at Washington University SPECIALTIES| Ophthalmology and cataract surgery BIO| Dr. Breit is an honors graduate of Duke University and earned his medical degree at Ohio State University.

He completed his residency in ophthalmology at Washington University, and served as chief resident the following year. He has a special interest in advanced surgical techniques for eye diseases, including glaucoma and cataracts, and he is excited by the latest innovations in ophthalmic science and technology—particularly the newest lens implants for cataract patients, highly myopic and presbyopic patients.

15 The Boulevard, St. Louis \\ 314.863.4200 11611 Gravois Road \\ 314.842.3130 eyecarestl.com

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WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Identifying a previously undiagnosed systemic disease during an eye examination: Diagnosing a condition like diabetes, vascular disease and inflammatory joint disease, before it becomes a disability, can significantly impact a patient’s life.

dr. jodie rai

WOMENS HEALTHCARE CONS ULTANTS CREDENTIALS| Board-certified ob-gyn SPECIALTIES| Obstetrics and gynecology BIO| Clinical associate professor Washington University School of Medicine; residency, George Washington University School of Medicine; medical school, University of Illinois; Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society; undergraduate school, Harvard University WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? I enjoy helping women to enjoy the best in healthcare from adolescence to pregnancy and into menopause.

of St. Louis

3009 N. Ballas Road, Ste. 352-C \\ 314.395.8192 \\ womenshealthstl.com

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Women’s Healthcare Consultants

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dr. donald bassman

BASSMAN ORTHOPEDICS CREDENTIALS| Board-certified orthopedic surgeon SPECIALTIES| Sports medicine, arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery, total hip and knee replacements BIO| Dr. Bassman graduated from Washington University School of Medicine and is a thirdgeneration physician; both his grandfather and father were general practitioners in St. Louis. His uncle and cousins are physicians as well. He is on the staff at Missouri Baptist Hospital; SSM St. Mary’s Health Center; Des Peres Hospital; The Advanced Surgical Care Center; Barnes West County; Barnes-Jewish Hospital; St. Louis Children’s Hospital; and St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, St. Elizabeth’s in Belleville. Dr. Bassman also is an orthopedic consultant for Chaminade College Preparatory School, Villa Duchesne, The Principia, Principia College and John Burroughs School.

WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? Seeing patients improve and solving the day-to-day challenges of orthopedic patients.

Donald R. Bassman, m.d.

PHOTO: THOMAS WARWICK

BOARD CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON

522 N. New Ballas Road, Ste. 199, Creve Couer 314.567.9400 \\ bassmanortho.com 317 Salem Place, Fairview Heights, Ill 9515 Holy Cross Lane, Ste. 6, Breese, Ill

dr. norman n. bein, facs, rvt

VEIN SPECIALTIES

CREDENTIALS| Board-certified surgeon (general, vascular, thoracic) SPECIALTIES| Registered vascular technologist BIO| Surgical residency at Rush University in Chicago, military service, surgery training and chief resident at Jefferson University in Philadelphia, director of surgical programs in the Middle and Far East, head of large surgical and multi-specialty practice in Massachusetts. For the past 11 years, Dr. Bein has practiced in-office diagnosis and treatment of varicose and spider veins, venous ulcers and cosmetic vein concerns.

He is on staff at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. He trains surgeons from around the country and overseas in the diagnosis and treatment of venous disease.

WHAT IS MOST SATISFYING ABOUT YOUR WORK? The ability to treat patients in a comfortable office setting, where modern laser and local anesthetic innovations ensure comfort. Restoring a patient’s health and selfesteem is very satisfying.

1456 Olive Blvd., Ste. 200 314.993.8233 \\ veinspecialties.com

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Board Certification We’ve all head the term ‘board certified,’ but what does it mean? And more important, does it

matter? Unlike a medical license, which is issued by the state where the physician works and is a requirement, board certification is optional. It tells you that the physician has met certain rigorous educational and professional standards.

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Consumers are savvier than ever when it comes to making purchases, big or small. From Consumer Reports to Yelp and word-of-mouth, we have plenty of information at our fingertips.

But choosing the ‘best’ doctor for our needs is not always as straightforward.

As healthcare consumers, we need to educate ourselves about the training, experience and certifications of the people entrusted with our health.

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According to ABMS, American Board of Medical Specialties, certification matters because it shows the doctor is committed to lifelong learning and staying abreast of the latest treatments and techniques. A number of medical research studies show a positive link between ABMS certification and quality of care. “ABMS board certification and ABMS maintenance of certification focus on physician professionalism, knowledge, and the skills important for improving patient care,” says Dr. Lois Margaret Nora, ABMS president and CEO. “Our program for Maintenance of Certification helps participating physicians remain current in an increasingly complex practice environment.”

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Through its 24 medical specialty boards, the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) certifies more than 80 percent of physicians in the United States. If a doctor is not board-certified, it could mean he or she did not complete the requisite training requirements with their specialty board, including passing the exam. Or, it could mean he or she completed training outside the U.S. or Canada or elected not to take an examination.

While there are other certifying boards, Nora says ABMS is recognized as the standard in a review process that includes written and oral exams, case reviews, operative records and patient outcomes. To determine whether your physician is ABMS certified, go to certificationmatters.org.

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TYPES OF M.D.s AND D.O.s, BOTH DOCTORS

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Those who hold doctor of medicine (M.D.) and doctor of osteopathy (D.O.) degrees are both considered physicians.

Both complete a four-year medical program and a residency program that ranges from three to seven years, depending on the specialty. Following residency, some physicians also complete a one- to three-year fellowship to become highly specialized in a particular field.

But the differences between the two are not clear to everyone. According to Dr. Joseph A. Craft III, a cardiologist and leader of St. Louis Metropolitan Medical Society, both are fully qualified to provide surgical practices, medical treatments and procedures. The difference lies in their medical education: Osteopathic students also learn therapeutic techniques that emphasize prevention. Craft points out that M.D.s and D.O.s frequently train in the same residency and fellowship programs.

According to Craft, the best physicians are those engaged in teaching, research and/or their professional organizations. They are passionate about their field and committed to ongoing education. They often are ‘fellows,’ an honorary designation given to recognize ongoing individual service and contributions. A physician must be nominated and pass a rigorous evaluation to become a fellow.

CHIROPRACTORS (D.C.)

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DDS OR DMD

Doctors of Chiropractic (D.C.), or chiropractors, use manual therapy to get to the root of a particular health problem, rather than treat individual symptoms, says Jennifer Reed, director of marketing and public relations at Logan University.

Chiropractic students complete a minimum of 4,200 hours of classroom instruction, laboratory and clinical experience before earning a Doctor of Chiropractic degree. They must also pass a four-part exam to become state licensed. “Some chiropractors may decide to enhance their degree by obtaining a certification and diplomate credentials in a specialty area,” Reed says. “Postgraduate certification programs are available in radiology, rehabilitation, nutrition, pediatrics, orthopedics or neurology, among others.”

A Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree prepares nurse leaders at the highest level of nursing practice to improve patient outcomes. Like nurse practitioners (N.P.) who have a master’s degree, those with a DNP are qualified to access and diagnose patients, plan and initiate therapeutic regimens, prescribe some medications, and collaborate with other providers, says Lisa Burnitt, DNP, assistant professor at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing. “In Missouri (the most restrictive state), we practice in collaboration with physicians.

Nurse practitioners are certified nationally in a variety of specialties, including pediatrics, adult care, gerontology and women’s health.”

The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degrees are the same, since both use identical curriculum and requirements. It is up to the university to determine which degree is awarded. All dentists complete a four-year dental program and take a rigorous national exam. Dental specialists, including orthodontists, periodontists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons, complete an additional two to three years of graduate dental training.

Whether you’re facing a serious health issue and need a specialist, or you simply need a new primary care physician, the decision is ultimately a personal one. Sure, credentials are important, but so is how a physician relates to you and how comfortable you are working with them.

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Ask around and make a list of potential names. “Word-of-mouth from a friend, neighbor or co-worker who has a good experience and long relationship with their physician is one of the best ways to find one. Another is to research providers from an insurance or hospital website or referral service,” says Dr. Jodie Rai, an OB/GYN at Women’s Healthcare Consultants of St. Louis. A primary care doctor can be a good resource, too, when looking for a specialist. Call the office since insurance plan listings are often incomplete, she adds.

Next, do your homework. Physician websites often provide valuable information, including their education, training, certifications and experience. Many physicians also have blogs and videos on their websites that may give you a feel for their personality. Online reviews can be helpful, but read them with a grain of salt. Reviews are not unbiased.

“It is a good idea to check that the doctor is board-certified or at least board-eligible,” recommends Rai. If you have a medical need that requires a sub-specialist, such as advanced diabetes or cancer, then check that the doctor is board-certified in that area. It also is helpful to look at education and years of experience. “For surgery, it is important to find someone who has done a high volume of the particular procedure you will need,” Rai says. Other factors include location and hospital affiliation, especially if you may need a hospital service like maternity or surgery.

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The initial patient visit most likely will tell you if the physician is a good fit. Effective, two-way communication is key, says Dr. Michael Lim, SLUCare cardiologist. If you don’t feel comfortable talking with the doctor and asking questions, if he or she talks down to you or doesn’t take the time to explain your options clearly, that’s a deal-breaker he adds.

“Patients should be a part of the process and decision making, especially when talking about bigger procedures,” says Lim. “Patients have to believe the doctor knows them and understands them. Asking questions should be accepted and encouraged. Many times, there’s more than one way to treat a condition. I don’t tell patients what to do; I provide advice. I need them to understand what I’m saying and why.”

A second opinion won’t hurt, but it’s not always necessary. “Do you feel like the physician listened to you and has a good grasp of the diagnosis and treatment recommendations? If you like the physician and your gut says you can trust him or her, a second option may not be necessary,” Lim says.

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The doctor-patient relationship is unique and personal, Rai adds. Even if you got referrals and did your homework, you might find that you don’t click with a physician in person. The best thing to do is move on, she says. “Doctors are used to patients transferring care, so they

HEALTH & BEAUTY When most people think of a doctor, they imagine a person in a white coat with a clipboard and M.D. behind their name.

However, there are many types of doctors, including doctors of chiropractic, osteopathy, psychiatry and nursing, and these days we’re as likely to look for health solutions outside the traditional M.D. route as not.

OPHTHALMOLOGISTS & OPTOMETRISTS

PSYCHOLOGISTS & PSYCHIATRISTS

Optometrists complete a four-year doctor of optometry (O.D.) program with an optional one-year residency for advanced clinical training. According to WebMD, optometrists are qualified to provide regular vision care, including screenings, eye condition diagnosis, treatment for common conditions like nearsightedness and astigmatism, and prescribe eye glasses and contact lenses.

Ophthalmologists, on the other hand, are physicians who complete medical school and residency training. They provide total eye care, including surgical services.

Psychologists go through five to seven years of academic graduate study and hold either a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.). Psychiatrists earn their M.D. and complete residency training. Unlike psychologists, they can prescribe medication.

According to WebMD, “a common misconception about psychiatrists is that they treat only people with severe mental illness, like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, diseases for which medication is the mainstay of treatment.”

are expected to be professional in how it is handled. There is nothing to feel bad about,” she says.

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Patients rarely have the luxury of researching the best physicians in emergency situations, but that does not mean they are at the mercy of the hospital and physicians assigned to them, Lim says. Assuming your life is not immediately on the line, Lim recommends asking questions and not consenting to any procedure you are uncomfortable with. “You might not be in a position to go home, but you have time to ask questions until you understand your options. You also can request a second opinion or to be transferred to another facility,” he says. “It’s your health and your body—you should be in charge of it.”

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[ the routine ] People always ask me how I train and what I eat, but it’s really just a lifestyle; there is not a certain diet or training schedule that makes it right. Rather, it’s a 24/7 commitment. Getting the right amount of sleep is a huge part of it, so I try to get good rest and maintain an even schedule. I eat lots of greens and choose a light option for my protein, like fish or chicken. I constantly train on the trapeze and do aerial conditioning for my shoulders.

I also do Pilates every day to strengthen my core.

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It’s the best-kept secret in medicine, according to Dr. Jodie Rai, an OB/GYN at Women’s Healthcare Consultants of St. Louis. Concierge medical practices are primary care practices in which patients pay an annual fee or retainer to have unparalleled access to their physician. With only a couple hundred patients, concierge doctors say they have more time to get to know the patient and provide preventive and holistic care.

Dr. Shari Cohen, a concierge physician in Creve Coeur, says the model is growing in popularity because it’s better for both patients and physicians. “All of my patients have my cell phone number and email address so they can speak to me whenever they need to,” she says. “When patients call the office, they always get someone on the phone and we try to get them in the same day for acute problems. We schedule longer visits, typically an hour for initial visits and 30 minutes for follow-up. Overall, it’s easier to take care of your health if you have access. Additionally, I don’t feel overburdened by the health care system.”

Critics say the model puts additional stress on the health care system, which is already stretched thin. Additionally, most people cannot afford to pay the annual fee, which ranges from $1,500 to $2,000 in St. Louis (in Cohen’s practice, the fee includes all visits. She does not bill insurance). But the benefits for patients are clear. Beyond increased access to the physician, Cohen says she is able to spend more time with patients talking about preventive care. For patients with chronic or multiple medical issues, she also can help coordinate care with specialists.

Cohen says concierge practices have been growing steadily in popularity in St. Louis and around the country.” Many primary care doctors who are not concierge have probably considered it,” says Cohen.

“Primary care is feeling the greatest pressure with the insurance burden. It’s hard to take care of 20 to 30 patients per day, given the way healthcare is now. I feel like an old-time doctor. I’m back to really practicing medicine,” she says.

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KERREN McKEEMAN WAS BORN TO FLY.

And as a trapeze artist with Cirque du Soleil, she gets to. The gravity-defying athlete admits she was lucky to discover her passion at an early age, thanks to an inspiring gym teacher at her elementary school in New Hampshire.

“She offered an after-school program called the Hilltop Circus that taught beginning circus skills, so I’ve been involved with this type of performance since the age of 12,” she says.

Even though she had little experience at the time, when she was just 14, McKeeman earned a spot in her first big-top tour for Vermont’s International Youth Circus, in which she participated for five summers. “The next step to becoming a professional trapeze artist was pursuing my own training in Chicago and L.A.,” McKeeman explains.

She joined Cirque du Soleil in 2010 with the Las Vegas show O, and is currently on tour with the show Varekai, which tells the story of an enchanted world with whimsical creatures who guide a young man on a journey through the forest. “I perform a solo act on single-point

trapeze, which is three ropes in the shape of a triangle that allow me to spin and fly,” she says. “A team of spider characters are part of my act, too.”

Traveling is a large part of the gig since the tour takes the performers around the country in the course of a year. Wednesdays are arrival days, when the cast and crew step into the arena for the first time for that night’s premier. “We unload everything and check to make sure we have what we need,” McKeeman says. “I set out my clothes (I change costumes throughout the show), and go through my act to make sure all the technical aspects are working. In the afternoon, I warm up and train backstage, do Pilates and stretch. And then it takes me about an hour to do my makeup.”

McKeeman trains every day during the show along with rehearsals. It is truly a family, she notes, with the coaches, performers and even the catering company working together to create the best show possible. “Varekai is a great story,” she says. “Audience members will find some really great moments about overcoming a challenge.”

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As a St. Louis realtor who specializes in second homes, I can help you find the perfect weekend getaway. Stop by the Red Key Realty Leaders office in Frontenac to learn about great second home options. Enjoy a “pied-a-terre” in Clayton or the Central West End for cultural weekends or consider a retreat at Innsbrook Resort to explore water and nature. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage, a golf course home or a stylish bungalow, there are second home properties in our area for all tastes and budgets.

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current homeowners have lived in almost every major city in the U.S. They arrived in St. Louis in 2007 and were pleasantly surprised with the favorable real estate prices. After months of looking at homes that needed too many renovations, they bought the two-story house on Dromara Road the day it hit the market.

“I thought St. Louis would be really flat, but it’s not in this area,” the homeowner says. “Ladue is like a little oasis. It reminded me of growing up in Connecticut, the rolling hills and older homes with a lot of history.” She explains that they had always purchased new construction, so buying a nearly 80-yearold house was different for them. “There is a lot to maintain and upgrade with older homes,” she says. “We redid the floors, painted everywhere, renovated the bathrooms and switched out the overgrown landscaping.”

The Stude and Farrardesigned home on nearly 2 acres was built in the late 1930s by the Edison family, whose son Julian contacted the couple after they moved in. “He still lives in Ladue and asked to come by,” she recalls. “His sister found 12 plates with a picture of the house painted on them that he gave to me. He also told me his parents had toured Thomas Jefferson’s home and loved how the windows were set in the house, so they incorporated the same style on this house.” Another notable local family, the Newmans, also once resided in the home. “We’ve had a lot of past residents visit, and everyone loved that we had made the house grand PHOTOS: STEVEN B. SMITH PHOTOGRAPHY again,” she says.

She points out that the house is great for entertaining, especially with the pool and patio in the backyard. “My favorite area is the living room,” she says. “It’s just beautiful and serene—it was very easy and comfortable to entertain there.”

Now that the couple’s children are out of the house and they are moving to Dallas for her husband’s job, it’s time to let another family add to the home’s history. “I own several properties around the country and when I got back to St. Louis, I always just loved being in my home here,” she says.

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LADUE $1,095,000 15 Clermont Lane

NEW LISTING THE LEGENDS $344,900 1020 Stone Spring Court

NEW LISTING CRESTWOOD $179,000 9225 Lavant Drive

ST. ALBANS $575,000 1425 Wheatfield Lane

NEW LISTING ST. ALBANS $449,000 230 Merlot Lane

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22 UPPER LADUE ROAD, Ladue. $1,555,500. 1-3 PM

1020 STONE SPRING COURT, The Legends. Best valued

1163 MILL CROSSING, UNIT 304, Creve Coeur.

2-story on the street. 1/2 acre lot on cul-de-sac. Treed, views, 3 BR/optional 4th or loft, 2.5 baths.

$344,900

9225 LAVANT DRIVE, Crestwood. Charming, split level home on a wonderful street! Hardwood floors throughout the upper level. Two-car, tuck under garage.

$179,000

LuxuryCollection 9746 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$5,750,000

508 HERON COURT, St. Albans.

$2,995,000

38 GLEN EAGLES, Ladue.

$2,350,000

10490 LADUE ROAD, Creve Coeur.

$2,150,000

35 GLEN EAGLES DRIVE, Ladue.

$1,995,000

10 OVERBROOK DRIVE, Ladue.

$1,749,000

5105 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE.

$1,695,000

395 HIGHWAY V, Troy.

$1,638,000

3 OAKLEIGH LANE, Ladue.

$1,560,000

22 UPPER LADUE ROAD, Ladue.

$1,555,500

12 HILLVALE DRIVE, Clayton.

$1,495,000

$298,900

7515 BUCKINGHAM DRIVE, #3S, Clayton.

$189,000

541 ROSEDALE, #102, St. Louis.

$157,900

17709 SUGARBERRY COURT, Chesterfield.

$925,000

1215 MISSISSIPPI AVENUE, Lafayette Square.

$450,000

803 SOUTH WARSON RD., Ladue.

$924,000

10432 CAPITOL PLACE, Frontenac.

$445,000

108 CLUB CREEK CT., Saint Albans.

$890,000

7259 CORNELL AVENUE, University City.

$427,000

5925 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE.

$885,000

18879 BUCK RIDGE DRIVE, Warrenton.

$399,900

8919 PINE ACRE ROAD, Ladue.

$874,000

12 FOXBORO ROAD, Ladue.

$375,000

201 KENDALL BLUFF COURT, Chesterfield.

$849,900

8129 FLORENCE AVENUE, Brentwood.

$319,900

317 WARDENBURG FARMS, WIldwood.

$600,000

405 CONWAY GARDENS LANE, Creve Coeur.

$849,000

2513 TRENTON STATION, St. Charles.

$314,900

1133 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$350,000

422 HEATHERMOOR COURT, St. Albans.

$799,000

2563 HERITAGE LANDING, St. Charles.

$249,000

1138 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$350,000

719 FORBY ROAD, Wildwood.

$795,000

1040 GOLDEN ORCHARD DRIVE, O’Fallon.

$237,500

4174 COUNTY ROAD 856, Bunker.

$259,000

70 FLESHER DRIVE, Ellisville.

$184,000

LOT 3 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$225,000

11136 YELLOWSTONE DRIVE, Pattonville Schools.

$184,900

LOT 6 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$225,000

7434 SALEEN COURT, University City.

$100,000

LOT 7 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$225,000

RESIDENTIAL HOMES

LOTS/ACREAGE/FARMS 1055 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$2,125,000

302 WARDENBURG FARMS, Wildwood.

$600,000

303 WARDENBURG FARMS,Wildwood.

$600,000

3 WHITFIELD LANE, Ladue.

$749,000

3436 POTOMAC STREET, St. Louis.

$80,000

LOT 8 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$225,000

43 RIO VISTA, Ladue.

$749,000

4129 OREGON AVENUE, St. Louis.

$59,000

LOT 11 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$225,000

2 GRAMERCY PLACE, Glendale.

$724,000

3206 NORTH DAKOTA STREET, St. Louis.

$43,000

LOT 12 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$225,000

10129 CONWAY ROAD, Ladue.

$699,999

CONDOMINIUM/VILLA HOMES

LOT 4 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$235,000

5 BRETON WOODS CT., Wildwood.

$235,000

$1,475,000

224 TIMBER TRACE, St. Albans.

$689,000

2256 NORTH BALLAS ROAD, Town & Country. $1,350,000

231 ST. ANDREWS, St. Albans.

$639,000

GOVERNOR PLACE #2 LOT 46, St. Charles.

$98,000

678 ADDA ROAD, Labadie.

$80,000

22 WESTMORELAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,325,000

1623 ASHFORD OAKS COURT, Wildwood.

$589,900

768 BORDEAUX CIRCLE, St. Albans.

$419,900

2019 SOUTH MASON, Town & Country.

$1,300,000

1425 WHEATFIELD LANE, Saint Albans.

$575,000

725 FAIRFIELD LAKE DRIVE, Chesterfield.

$414,000

729 HIGHWAY H, Troy.

$1,195,000

12674 CONWAY ROAD, Creve Coeur.

$550,000

410 N. NEWSTEAD AVE., UNIT 2S, CWE.

$375,000

2829 STONINGTON PLACE, Frontenac.

$1,160,000

17720 GREYSTONE TERRACE, Wildwood.

$529,000

200 S. BRENTWOOD, UNIT 3A, Clayton.

$375,000

15 CLERMONT LANE, Ladue.

$1,095,000

791 BORDEAUX CIRCLE, Saint Albans.

$497,000

410 N. NEWSTEAD, UNIT 4E, CWE.

$360,000

208 TIMBER TRACE, St. Albans.

$465,000

410 N. NEWSTEAD, UNIT 4W, CWE.

$340,000

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11239 MOSLEY HILL DRIVE

$1,295,000 Modern 4BR/4F, 2H BA, 1+acre w/pool, waterfall & hot tub. 3-car garage partially finished LL.

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$419,000 2BR/2.5BA home on a cul-de-sac, fenced yard, walk to Clayton, Ladue School district.

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LADUE / CREVE COEUR/ OLIVETTE

60 BRIGHTON WAY, #2 SOUTH ~ UNDER CONTRACT

2120 SOUTH WARSON ROAD

$849,000 Private elevator access to a plush 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in the best location.

$2,450,000 Exquisite, in design featuring main floor master, pool, screened lanai & 4-car garage on 3.3 acres.

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7707 SHIRLEY DRIVE, #102

$749,000 Two stunning Moorlands condos. Unique architecture with modern amenities. 3BR/2.5BA.

5737 WINONA AVENUE ~ UNDER CONTRACT

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$785,000 Newer luxury Clayton condo, 2BR/2BA, FP, millwork, state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-ins, patio & yard.

$159,900 Charming bungalow, 2BR/1.5BA, beautiful new kitchen, partially finished LL, 2-car garage.

CLAYTON / RICHMOND HEIGHTS

8025 MARYLAND AVENUE, #11E

$1,100,000 Beautiful 3BR/3.5BA SW corner unit.

2,414+SF. Glen Alspaugh kitchen, large windows.

$2,300,000 Private Ladue estate on nearly 3 acres.

5BR/6.5BA, pool, & indoor basketball court.

9710 & 9714 LITZSINGER ROAD

$625,000 Sophisticated & urban. 3,400SF, sweeping views, luxe baths, gourmet kitchen, teak floors, terrace.

$1,750,000 2 lots totaling 4.74 acres in heart of Ladue, backing to Old Warson Country Club.

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$179,000 New paint, carpet & air handler (heat & air) in 2014. Approx. 1,200SF, 2BA, rooftop pool, doorman.

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2220 BARNBRIDGE ROAD ~ UNDER CONTRACT

$289,000 3BR/2BA, Ladue schools. Remodeled

$759,000 Classic Colonial on 1 acre. Main floor master, plus 4BR/5BA, walk-out LL, pool and 3-car garage.

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14108 BAYWOOD VILLAGES DR. ~ UNDER CONTRACT

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jen ross cross upper end properties “I was exposed to the world of real estate at an early age,” says Jen Ross Cross, co-founder and partner at Upper End Properties. “My family moved so many times, we spent most of our weekends at open houses!”

After graduating from St. Joseph’s Academy, she earned a business/ marketing degree at University of Missouri-Columbia. “Before becoming a real estate agent, I sold medical supplies to professional athletic trainers,” she recalls. “I find there’s less swearing in real estate.” Ross Cross started Upper End six years ago. She, husband Andy Cross and son William, age 1, live in Frontenac with Scruffy, their 18-year-old terrier.

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BEGINNINGS As a kid, I wanted to be an artist or a veterinarian. I still do craft projects and I love animals, but I guess I’m better suited to helping people find their dream home. FIRST SALE I listed the home of a pro athlete who had personalized much of it, and not in a mainstream way. A family with two teenage sons bought it, and I bet their buddies thought it was pretty awesome. I was over the moon! It sold quickly and the buyers and sellers were so happy. BIGGEST SALE $4 million. AT LAST I knew I’d hit my stride as an agent when other agents started asking for my opinion and advice. FAVORITE PART OF THE JOB Negotiating the contract. When we get the deal accepted, it’s the best high. No matter what the price range or part of town, it always feels the same: thrilling! LEAST FAVORITE Delivering disappointing news never gets easier.

BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT REAL ESTATE AGENTS People tend to think we make a lot of money for minimal effort, which couldn’t be further from the truth. TV shows like Million Dollar Listing don’t help with that perception. GOOD TIMES, BAD TIMES I’ve worked some deals where absolutely everything went wrong. The only way to handle it is to be patient and persevere. I always strive to turn stressful situations into productive ones by remaining calm, listening to others with no agenda of my own, and putting myself into the client’s position. WHAT IT TAKES To be a successful agent, you need lots of heart and belief in yourself. You have to be able to pick yourself up after a tough break and get back on your feet with a smile on your face. TIME TO UNWIND I belong to the most incredible book club. We share a love of reading, but also have a strong kinship and genuinely cherish each other. DAY IS DONE I read stories to my son and rock him to sleep, then have a big glass of chardonnay!

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GOALS OF THE HOMEOWNER >> I wanted to make this room warm and useful for our coming home to it family. We love every day after a long day of work.

YOUR FAVORITE PART CONCEPTUAL OF THE COMPLETED LY PROJECT >> I have created a modern but welcoming space

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CAPTIVATING CHARM OF MISSOURIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GREAT OUTDOORS AT LOST MOUNTAIN Inspiring landscape stretches across an entire mile of winding banks of the tranquil Meramec River. 117 acres of vistas, wooded areas, pastures & scenic overlooks.

Lost Mountain, Unincorporated Eureka

IMPRESSIVE CONTEMPORARY ESTATE NESTLED ON THREE ACRES House frames a blue stone patio with an inspiring great room as its centerpiece. Skylights & expansive windows wash the rooms in natural light & varying ceiling heights blend dramatic & intimate spaces.

4 Somerset Downs, Ladue

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ELEGANT HOME WITH TIMELESS FEATURES Resting on 1.1 acres, this inspiring 2014 Designer Showcase Home offers elegant space in a tranquil neighborhood just off Ladue Road moments from Reed Elementary School.

34 Briarcliff, Ladue

$818,000

INVITING CORNER SITUATED FAIRFIELD ATRIUM RANCH Stately marble entry greets you to this open floor plan with first floor master suite. Vaulted ceilings, elegant gas fireplace, formal dining room & updated eat-in kitchen appoint this jewel.

13305 Fairfield Square, Town and Country

IMPECCABLY APPOINTED CONDO JUST STEPS FROM THE HEART OF CLAYTON Walk to Clayton from this two-bedroom, two-bath first floor condo. Boasting upgraded fixtures & appliances, classic hardwood floors, enclosed terrace & luxurious master suite plus two spaces in secure parking garage.

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CHARM & CHARACTER SHINE THROUGH THIS HOLLY HILLS GEM Wrapped in a park-like setting, this home offers historic ambiance with modern updates, making ownership of this stately hom a pure pleasure.

3948 Federer Place, South St. Louis

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HOMEWORK] DEAR HOMEWORK,

We recently had a ‘lawn feature’ built that includes a berm, tree, flowering plants and large landscaping rocks in front of the right side of our home. We consider it to be somewhat lackluster (in the picture, it’s in the shadows). Was this a good choice if we wanted to bring attention to this area of the house?

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DEAR STEP OUT OF THE SHADOWS,

While your new lawn feature may mature to be a handsome landscape composition, it is not what I would have done to improve the presentation of your property. I believe it will just hide a large portion of your house, rather than highlight it.

Your existing situation has a lot of fussy little things that ‘catch your eye.’ The basketball pole, trash cans, gas lamp and flag all grab attention in a negative way. In addition, the arched garage door doesn’t flow with the lines of the house, and the lower-level windows are completely hidden by overgrown bushes.

In the revised sketch, you see a scheme that flows logically from left to right, by repeating similar themes. New birch trees both frame the house and help soften the garage and driveway. An undulating bed of low plantings connect the trees, making the lawn feel wider by drawing the eye across the entire width of the lot. The new garage door now blends into the background, and the trash is hidden behind a matching wood fence.

A new roof with more texture and color adds a bit of character. The whole composition is now a unified thought that has a feeling of balance and repose.

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WE NEED LISTINGS!

Fabulous New Price COUNTRY LIFE ACRES 10 Country Life Acres $999,000 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and 5,831 square feet with a finished lower level.

Can accomodate 2 horses. 4-car garage. Gated community.

ST. ALBANS 422 Heathermoor Court $799,000 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and 3,217 square feet. Finished walk-out lower level overlooking the golf course. On private cul-de-sac.

With the above two exceptions, we have sold all of our 2014 listings. We anticipate a great year ahead and are perfectly positioned to serve you.

Please call Barbara Wulfing for professional representation in 2015. Ask us about two significant homes we just listed and are available soon.

Barbara Wulfing: 314.277.3285 The #1 agent with Janet McAfee in 2014.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF HIDDEN VALLEY SKI RESORT

[NEIGHBORHOOD GEMS hidden valley ski resort | wildwood by stephanie zeilenga

SKIERS AND SNOWBOARDERS GLIDE DOWN POWDER-COVERED HILLS, and tiny

tots take their first run down a gentle bunny hill while families sip hot chocolate in a nearby lodge. No, it’s not Colorado. This scene actually can be found at Hidden Valley Ski Resort, located on the bluffs above the Meramec River, just off Highway 109 in Wildwood.

Snow sports probably aren’t top-of-mind when considering what Missouri has to offer, but Hidden Valley draws crowds from all over. “We’re one of only two ski resorts in the state—our sister resort is near Kansas City,” says general manager Bill Brandes. “People come from not only the St. Louis metropolitan area, but also from the southern states. They’ll come out here to learn to ski or sharpen their skills, then go to Colorado or Utah where they can experience the longer slopes and terrain runs.”

The resort opened its doors in 1982 and since then has steadily increased its operating area and improved its snow-making processes. With a lift elevation of 860 feet, the resort offers more than 60 acres of terrain, including trails for all levels, chair lifts and two terrain parks for expert boarders and skiers. “In the last several years, our owners have invested several million dollars to improve the area,” Brandes says.

“We’ve enlarged the resort and many of our additions offer more advanced terrain.”

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WHERE » 17409 Hidden Valley Drive, Wildwood WHEN » Open seasonally, as weather permits WHY » To ski, snowboard or tube down the resort’s many hills

One of the newest additions to the resort is Polar Plunge, a 1,200-foot hill for snow tubing, which has less of a learning curve than skiing or snowboarding. “Close to 26,000 people enjoyed the Polar Plunge last season,” Brandes says. “If you’ve got a good pair of outdoor boots and waterproof gloves, you can tube in almost any type of clothing that keeps you warm. You don’t have to be an expert to experience it.”

To ensure Hidden Valley’s trails are always covered in powder—and because we all know how unpredictable winter can be in St. Louis—the resort creates its own snow with machines that can process up to 5,000 gallons of water per minute. Over the decades, the resort has increased its snow machines from eight to more than 100, Brandes says.

Besides newbies looking to get a taste of the slopes, Hidden Valley also has been the training ground for real pros. Abigail Murer, a St. Louis native who got her start at the resort, raced on the Hidden Valley Ski Team for six years and is a four-time Junior Olympian. Last year, she earned one of only two spots for U-18 girls at the U.S. National Championships, winning the first-ever two-run women’s downhill.

REAL ESTATE

[ DESIGN ] OF THE MONTH HOUSE LOCATION & TYPE >> A rehabbed Clayton high-rise condo GOALS OF THE HOMEOWNER >> These new empty nesters wanted both to downsize and to create a luxurious feeling throughout the condo, especially in the bathrooms. The couple also wanted the space to be warm and comfortable.

FAVORITE PART OF THE PROJECT >> The condoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spa-like, yet comfortable and not-sterile feel.

FAVORITE ITEM >> I love the BainUltra tub and its adjustable bubble jet settings, color therapy and aromatherapy. And also the uplift Robern medicine cabinets that slide up (versus hinging out) and store everything you need in the bathroom, allowing for a clean countertop.

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When: Saturdays – February 7 to March 28 Locations: TBA Enroll Today: Soozewall@yahoo.com www.susiewall.biz 314.265.2264

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New online marketplace to buy and sell furniture.

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Cleaning, Repairs, Drainage Solutions, Screen Installation & Window Cleaning Professional, Reliable & Insured No Mess Left Behind • Free Estimates Contact Tony 314-413-2888 thegutterguy-stl@hotmail.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Single Person or Married Couple wanted as live in housekeeper, cook, driver for 2 senior adults in Ladue.

Must be unencumbered and able to travel weekly to ranch in southern Missouri and monthly to Florida on private jet. Must be non-smoker, have clean driving record and pass background check.

Send resume and salary required to laduehousekeeper@yahoo.com or 1065 Executive Parkway, Suite 300, St. Louis, MO 63141

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WE NEED GOLD!!!

Also Jewelry, Diamonds & Colored Stones We will separate your real from costume.

Immediate payment since 1976.

Call Jamie at 314-997-1707 A division of Albarre’ Jewelry

HOME IMPROVEMENT REMODEL & REPAIR

Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Insured. Free Est. 38 Years Exp. Don Phillips 314-973-8511

LAMP REPAIR LAMP REPAIRS & LIGHTING FIXTURES Since 1977 Yue Ma has been practicing in STL for 17 yrs. (formerly at JCC for 14 yrs) She believes natural healing & deep relaxation follow her philosophy“Our body is like a river; all is connected.”

• Rebuilding lamps & fixtures • Refurbishing antiques • Tiffany repair • Replacement parts - glass & crystal • In-home pickup & delivery • Giant show room • all types of fixtures, Lamps, lamp shades & ceiling fans • Bring in this ad for a free gift

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Interior & Exterior Painting, Staining, Powerwashing, Wallpaper Removal.

Insured and Free Estimates.

Dependable. Owner & Operator Matt 314-401-9211

PET SERVICES THE WELL BEHAVED PET....

For all your home training needs.

New Puppy, Puppy Mill, Rescue Dogs or Behavioral Problems.

OH, DON’T FORGET THE CAT!!!!

Call me, I can help.

Laura @ 636-456-9993

PIANO TUNING MCGREEVY PIANO

Stay Tuned for the New Year Bill McGreevy Piano Technicians Guild 314-335-9177 wrmcgreevy@gmail.com

PLUMBING TONY LAMARTINA PLUMBING

A+ rated from BBB Serving St. Louis for over 30 years 314.965.9377 www.TonyLaMartinaPlumbing.com $20 off any service call Please present ad - Expires 3/10/15

REAL ESTATE

TREE SERVICES

VACATION PROPERTIES

Complete Tree Service for Residential & Commercial

Carillon Beach, FL, Destin Area 3BR, 3BA, 3 pools, tennis courts and so much more!

Great Rates. Available NOW! Call Dave at 314-922-8344 For Pictures Please Visit www.vrbo.com/148365

HAVE A LOT TO SELL?

GULF COAST CONDO

Premier custom home development firm Michael Lauren Development LLC seeks suitable infill building lots in Frontenac, Ladue & Clayton. Developer will purchase your home “as is” and homeowner will pay no commission on the sale and can have close dates of up to 6 months. Call 303.898.3527

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TREE SERVICE PROFESSIONALS

Trimming • Deadwooding Reduction • Removals Stump grinding • Year round service • Fully insured Contact Michael Baumann for a free estimate & property inspection at 636-375-2812 You’ll be glad you called!

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1501 Mallard Pointe Court | $503,000 | Pr/SqFt: $232.23 Upper End Properties | Agent: Joshua Corson

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13327 Fairfield Square | $567,000 | Pr/SqFt: $170.63 Laura McCarthy-Town & Country | Agent: Marilyn Adaire

1352 Green Tree Lane | Pr/SqFt: $194.70 Coldwell Banker Premier Group | Agent: Ann Pluemer

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1428 Bald Eagle Road | $415,000 Laura McCarthy-Clayton | Agent: Gloria Gantner

1559 Horseshoe Ridge Road | $575,000 | Pr/SqFt: $210.24 Coldwell Banker Premier Group | Agents: Mark & Neil Gellman

571 Vintage Grove Court | $662,291 | Pr/SqFt: $155.58 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties | Agent: Kelly Boehmer

1001 Savonne Court | $710,000 | Pr/SqFt: $147.30 Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield | Agent: Sheryl Deskin

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1406 Windgate Way Lane | $865,000 | Pr/SqFt: $171.97 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate Agents: Kristi & JT Monschein

6245 San Bonita Ave. | $497,000 Circa Properties | Agent: Christopher Thiemet 7909 Kingsbury Blvd. | $700,000 | Pr/SqFt: $253.62 Janet McAfee | Agent: Lawrence Levy

[ 63011 ] 1984 Woodmoor Ridge Drive | $399,500 | Pr/SqFt: $141.07 Coldwell Banker Premier Group | Agent: Stephen Flannery 392 Meadowbrook Country Club Estate | $863,442 Coldwell Banker Gundaker-Chesterfield West | Agent: Colleen Lawler

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17 Willow Oak Lane | $600,000 | Pr/SqFt: $216.45 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Advantage | Agent: Susan Steiner 1360 Green Tree Lane | $718,700 | Pr/SqFt: $205.23 Coldwell Banker Gundaker | Agent: Stacie Fryrear

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13622 Peacockfarm Road | $455,000 | Pr/SqFt: $188.02 Laura McCarthy-Town & Country | Agent: Marilyn Adaire 12 Huntleigh Manor Lane | $1,550,000 | Pr/SqFt: $181.29 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate Agent: Paula Andrew

22 Crestwood Drive | $1,055,000 | Pr/SqFt: $307.94 Coldwell Banker Gundaker-Ladue | Agent: William Weir

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317 Carlyle Lake Drive | $465,000 | Pr/SqFt: $179.54 Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty | Agent: Julie Drier

5136 Westminster Place | $899,000 | Pr/SqFt: $171.76 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate Agent: Gregg Williamson

1708 Howehill Court | $359,900 | Pr/SqFt: $153.02 Boutique Realty | Agent: Nikki Roberts 15981 Downall Green Drive | $406,000 | Pr/SqFt: $162.92 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties | Agent: Dawn Zuzack

[OPEN] HOUSES

135 Edwin Ave. | $400,500 | Pr/SqFt: $185.50 Keller Williams Realty West | Agent: Bryan Kelsey

972 Masonridge Road | $2,300,000 | Pr/SqFt: $319.80 Gladys Manion | Agent: Wayne Norwood

[ 63144 ] 9401 Parkside Drive | $573,460 | Pr/SqFt: $273.86 Heritage Brokerage | Agent: Mark Manlin

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3707 Thunderhead Canyon Court | $269,000 | 1-3 p.m.

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57 Log Cabin Drive | $1,950,000 | 1-3 p.m.

314.725.0009 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com 22 Upper Ladue Road | $1,555,500 | 1-3 p.m.

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