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[ LETTER FROM THE EDITOR ] Yes, I know it’s not spring yet. But even the words ‘spring cleaning’ (a topic in today’s paper) are enough to elicit a yearning for sunshine and sandals. This is St. Louis, for crying out loud! I’ve spent many a March day (and some in February) on the tennis court. Those temperate memories have made this winter extra hard to bear.

But we can see the light at the end of the tunnel, and it’s filled with daffodils and outdoor dining. It’s also filled with spring cleaning, that urge we have to renew, refurbish and remake our homes and ourselves.

I’m not sure it affects everyone, but I know it hits me hard during the first wave of sustained warmth, and it is palpable. Suddenly my winter clothes become anathema, especially the boots and socks. Off they go, never mind if 55 degrees is too cold for bare feet. And the sweaters are headed straight to the cleaners, although my rational self realizes there are still cold days ahead. It’s almost as if purging my closet will keep the cold away, you know, like carrying an umbrella wards off rain.

Then there’s the house. That’s where things really get ambitious— until I run out of steam. I start with the best of intentions, putting Windex to windows and Pledge to hardwood floors. But as soon as I work my way out to the deck to prune the window boxes, things pretty much devolve—the patio chairs are just too inviting. Lounging is part of spring fever too.

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EDUCATION FOR THE DEAF was once a luxury most families couldn’t afford. Prior to the last century, wealthy Americans had to send their hearing-impaired children abroad for education.

Youngsters from economically disadvantaged families had little access to education, and most were considered unsuitable for meaningful employment as they got older.

Here in St. Louis, a compassionate ear, nose and throat physician by the name of Dr. Max Goldstein began to worry about the deaf children in his practice. “What can we do to help them have a better future?” he asked his wife. During post-graduate medical training in Vienna, he met a professor who was teaching deaf children to talk, so they could communicate and function in the hearing world. In 1914 Goldstein began doing the same, starting what would become Central Institute for the Deaf in two rooms of his medical office.

CID has been at the forefront of progressive education for the deaf ever since. “We teach children who are deaf and hard of hearing to listen, speak, read and interact with others—without using sign language,” explains executive director Robin Feder.

Students graduate as soon as they’re ready to attend a mainstream school. “We prepare them to thrive academically, socially and professionally in the hearing, speaking world.” CID alumni have made their mark as architects, lawyers, social workers, pilots, engineers and artists, she adds.

The institute serves children from birth to age 12 with an array of individualized programs, including classes at its Central West End school, at-home instruction, and audiology and speech therapy services. “We work closely with their families, a vital element in the educational process,” Feder says. CID also partners with institutions, educators and professionals worldwide to offer continuing education and other ABOUT TWO-THIRDS OF CID STUDENTS ARE UNDER 3 YEARS OLD. resources to professionals in deaf education and related fields.

“One of the things we’re most proud of is that we never turn down an eligible child, regardless of the family’s ability to pay,” Feder says. “Generous public support keeps us affordable for everyone who needs our services.” CID’s major annual fundraiser, titled CID Ultimate Birthday Bash in honor of the institute’s centennial, takes place April 5 at The Ritz-Carlton. The celebration, emceed by Mike Bush, is presented by Wells Fargo Advisors. Laurie Miller chairs the event and live auction; Rachel Oliver chairs the silent auction.

A framed, autographed photo hangs across from Feder’s desk. It reads, To Dr. Max Goldstein, in warm appreciation for his work with the deaf. Helen Keller. “Dr. Goldstein taught Keller how to do the two-step on one of her visits to CID,” Feder says with a smile. Keller was both blind and deaf, she notes. “When asked which was harder to bear, she chose deafness, because blindness cuts you off from things, but deafness cuts you off from people. For 100 years, CID has empowered its students to overcome social isolation. By having access to the same opportunities as every other human being, they’re able to contribute their talents to the world.”

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Meth is a mess. It messes up users’ lives, and it also leaves behind a nasty residue that is the devil to clean up. A woman who was supposed to be house-sitting for neighbors while they were vacationing left behind more than $35,000 in damage to the home after she let friends in to cook methamphetamine. She also was supposed to be taking care of the cat. Cops say Lauren Stephens, 34, an admitted user of the drug herself, bought some of the recipe’s main

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ingredient: pseudoephedrine, a cold and allergy medicine that once was available off the shelf but now must be bought directly from a pharmacy employee. Police say a home-restoration company reports the ‘cook’ ruined most of the downstairs furnishings, cabinets, plumbing, walls and other surfaces, and that repairs and/or replacement would be needed before the home could be declared inhabitable. The cook and other kitchen helpers aren’t on the hook for the property damage, however, due to lack of evidence. But the would-be house sitter has been charged with felony property damage, her bond set at $20,000. No word on the cat’s well-being.

Now the festivals are moving to the suburbs.

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in Chesterfield, taking advantage of the city’s Central Park and amphitheater.

The 10th annual edition of the festival is wooing celebs from various shows on The Food Network, and with the theatrics necessary for some of said celebs’ food preparation—did we just hear someone mutter style, not substance?— organizers felt the amphitheater would be a better draw. Up until now, the event, with its ‘restaurant row’ near Soldiers’ Memorial along Market Street, has presented parking challenges, as does any downtown event, and there will be no worries in Chesterfield about competing with the last few Cardinals games for spots. Bluesweek will be the second event to grace the park and amphitheater in Chesterfield, although it comes up first, on May 24 and 25.

Organizers say expenses dictated they’d either have to move it from downtown, or not have it at all.

Ahhh, knuckleheads. We love writing about ’em, and hope you love reading about ’em. This latest installment of the Knucklehead Chronicles comes thanks to a hockey-mom-turned-supersleuth in Creve Coeur, when her sons had a few grand in gear stolen from the garage. Moms are diligent in writing names inside apparel, but this woman knew her kids’ stuff right down to the stickers her three boys had affixed to their helmets. So she gave an exhaustively detailed list to the cops, including sizes and other ephemera unique to the gear.

The good guys alerted sports equipment resale shops in the area to be on the lookout for bad guys with the goods.

Bingo: the knuckleheads, some of whom obviously have played for years without a helmet, showed up at the Play It Again Sports store in Kirkwood with some equipment they were eager to, well, fence. Employees stalled the thieves long enough for cops to arrive and arrest them. Hockey mom shoots… she scores!

Officials and residents hope that concessions made to fast-food giant McDonald’s regarding its

Kirkwood location will persuade the company to remodel the restaurant to its new design, doing away with the oh-soyesterday mansard roof (with whatever those white dividers are), replacing the façade with stone and incorporating the new golden ‘arch.’ So stylized that it looks more like a curved, swooping line, it’s astonishing to me that it was approved by architectural review types at the company. Some visitors were excited when the Webster Groves store in Old Orchard was remodeled … for about 15 minutes, or however long it took to realize the colors, materials and silhouette appeared to be a companywide standard. In Kirkwood, city officials relaxed requirements for a fence along the northern side of the property, lowering it from 8 to 6 feet in height. The company’s request for a second entrance, from Taylor Avenue and the residential neighborhood to the east, was voted down. Let’s hope that position sticks, at least. No one is happy about picking up Happy Meal remains and other McDebris from their yard or the street.

For many long months after the Market at McKnight Place was completed, in the teeth of the recession, it stood mostly vacant.

Outlying restaurant spaces filled up, then a Stein Mart moved in. Soon there will be a second anchor tenant, another out-of-town grocer banking on our area’s yen for healthier, less-processed foods: Lucky’s Market. Based in Boulder, Colo., with another store in nearby Longmont, the grocer is building its third here in the Gateway City. Lucky’s is a second alternative for shoppers not eager to pay Whole Foods prices. We mentioned Fresh Thyme Farmers Market last issue: The first Fresh Thyme will take up a goodly portion of the southeast corner of Manchester’s intersection with Kirkwood Road (aka Lindbergh Boulevard). That’s just a couple of clicks to the west of where Lucky’s will have established itself. Lucky’s also has its sights set on Kentucky, Ohio and Montana. Meanwhile in River City, it

will be interesting to see what these fresh developments will mean for our town’s more conventional grocery chains— Dierbergs, Schnucks, Straub’s and Shop ’n Save—all of which have placed more emphasis on this segment to a greater or lesser degree over the last few years. .

Another rapper is busting out of U. City, and his subject is not hot women and fast cars, nor the other way around: Heir Jordin is 5. He raps about how proud he is of his black history, and in scenes from the Delmar Loop, you see him with the bronze statue of Chuck Berry above, and looking down at Tina Turner’s star on the Walk of Fame.| Close-ups of ragtime genius Scott Joplin’s and Cards pitcher Bob Gibson’s stars also are featured. The video had received 9,000-plus views at last count. At first, you can’t help but notice how cute this kid is. Then you may be impressed by how effortless his delivery seems to be— it’s smooth. But it’s the name-dropping he does that’s most compelling, from Dred Scott and Harriet Tubman to Miles Davis and Jackie Joyner-Kersee, whether he ‘drops’ the words or you see them onscreen. Lyrics are by Heir’s dad, rapper Ramel Prince (aka RT-FaQ), a member of the group Doorway. Black History Month may have come to a close Feb. 28, but this little guy might be writing a new chapter for himself.

To experience Proud History, search YouTube for “Proud History.”

A suit pitting Webster University and Eden Seminary against the City of Webster Groves continues over a conditional-use permit the city had granted to allow Webster U. to shift some operations to former Eden facilities across Lockwood Avenue. The permit was withdrawn following opposition from neighbors, whereupon the city tweaked its zoning ordinance. Whoever wins this one, everyone stands to lose plenty of money in legal fees, and the county

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judge presiding has asked both parties whether a settlement is possible. We’ll see. If not, the outcome is sure to be appealed, and both sides will continue leaking money for who knows how long.

Webster U. has owned Eden’s former Luhr Library and two other buildings for some time now, but has not been able to move forward with plans to house some administrative operations there, plus a new home for its national champ chess team. One of the two buildings would be razed in favor of green space and additional parking.

While neighbors aren’t happy about the latter plan, they also worry about future encroachment by the university.

‘It was 20 years ago today / Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play…’ Library patron 1: “Shhh… this is a library.” Library patron 2: “Get over your stodgy self.” This is THE library, and the Not So Quiet! concert series begins in a few weeks with a re-creation of the Beatles’ early days gigging in bars in Hamburg, Germany.

It’s also a celebration / re-creation of the Fab Four’s arrival in the States, and the better-than-ever Central Library kicks off its 2014 series with Ticket To The Beatles, a four-piece that’s been recreating the sounds, if not the sights, of the legendary band for a sweet 16 years now. They haven’t gone to great pains to look like the band (well, one fellow looks like Ringo, sort of, but he plays guitar; a chrome dome plays drums) but have honed their skills to approximate the instrumental and vocal stylings of John, Paul, George and that lovable drummer who was born Richard Starkey. Admission is free to the one-hour show, which starts at 7 p.m. in the library auditorium on Thursday, March 20. The following month (the third Thursday in April), Harmonee takes the stage with its mixture of soul, gospel, jazz and doo-wop.

Singer-songwriter Lizzie Weber closes the series May 15. It’s also a Thursday: the third Thursday. Dig the pattern, luv? Meanwhile … it was 50 years ago that the Beatles took America by storm?

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>>What brought your family here?

In celebration of St. Louis’ 250th birthday, Town & Style is compiling and sharing tales from readers about family histories in St. Louis. To share your story, email us at tellus@townandstyle.com.

My family first came to St. Louis in 1825, when Thomas O’Flaherty, my great-great-grandfather and father of author Kate Chopin, arrived from Galway, Ireland.

Thomas immigrated in search of a new beginning; he started a boat store and wholesale grocery.

One of Kate Chopin’s children, George Chopin, my grandfather, was a well-known physician in the Baden area of North St. Louis. My father, David Chopin, continued in his grandmother’s footsteps, spending his career writing for radio and advertising.

Kate Chopin scandalized society at the turn of the century by writing short stories and one very popular novel, The Awakening. She has been honored with a star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame in the Loop, and a bronze bust of her stands on Writers’ Corner at Euclid and McPherson avenues, where DR. DONALD J. WOLKEN DR. GEOR GE CHOP IN she is joined by T.S. Eliot and Tennessee Williams.

Kate’s writing covered the rights and independence of women a quarter-century before women could vote. She began writing after her husband’s death in 1882 and today, her works are taught worldwide.

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My husband and I own a century home in Webster Groves that has been in my family for 105 years. My great-grandparents, Ethel and Frank Haywood, wereborninEnglandandcameto St. Louis in 1890. My great-grandfather worked as a jeweler and engraver for the 1904 World’s Fair. In 1909, they purchased our home, where they raised their four children. Their oldest son, my grandfather, was a surveyor and worked on the construction of Route 66. He and his wife purchased the home during the Depression and raised their daughters there. My mother, the youngest, was born in the house. In 1979, my husband and I purchased the house and we’ve raised our three children here. We now have two grandchildren and hope the home stays in the family for another hundred years!

—Debbie Hadley

My great-aunt Harriet Bland-Green was on the 4x100-meter gold medal relay winning team in the infamous 1936 Olympics in Berlin. Her teammate was the famous Helen Stephens from Fulton, Mo., who won gold medals for the relay and the 100-meter. Their coach was Dee Boeckman, also from St. Louis. Dee was my wife Kathy’s great-aunt! We never realized the connection until an article about that team came out in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch long after Kathy and I were married.

—George Chopin

THE BUSSMANN BROTHERS

—Kenneth Bland

In the early 1900s, my grandfather, Frank H. Bussmann, grew up with his German immigrant parents, five brothers and two sisters in what is now the historic Hyde Park neighborhood of North St. Louis.

In the basement of their home, the Bussmann boys tinkered with all things electrical.

By 1914, the five self-taught brothers—now all seasoned electricians—started Bussmann Manufacturing Co. near their home in North St. Louis. During the ’20s, Frank invented the ‘Buss Lamp,’ a portable reading lamp that was sold along with electric fuses his brother had patented.

The company was sold in 1929 to McGraw Edison Electric, with the understanding that the brothers could run it indefinitely. By the 1980s the brothers had all passed away, and the company was sold to Cooper Industries. The descendants were invited back for the business’ 75th anniversary in 1989, and about 200 showed up to see the Bussmann fuses adapted for modern use.

Bussmann products are found in the Gateway Arch, New York subway cars and the Disney World monorail system. They have been used in NASA space shuttles, the historic moon capsule, NASCAR racing vehicles, and in many other commercial, industrial and residential applications far afield from their humble beginnings.

—Barbara Bussmann Donohue

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3/3 Julie Schmitt @JulieShatATweet Waiting in line to get a ticket to my last game ever at Chaifetz as a SLU student #crying #seniornight #RiseOfTheBillikens #lovethisteam

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Lauded British shoe designer SOPHIA WEBSTER visited only three stores during her recent tour of the U.S.—and Saks Fifth Avenue at Plaza Frontenac was one of them. The award-winning designer signed shoes for guests and did some on-the-spot sketches to give shoppers an idea of what they might be wearing next year A portion of the evening’s sales went to Contemporary Art Museum, whose executive director, Lisa Melandri, discussed the artistic process at the event.

The Engelhardt Family Foundation, established by

local philanthropists IRL AND SUE ENGELHARDT, has awarded National Children’s Cancer Society a $250,000 challenge grant over five years for its Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship Program. The match provides $1 million in college scholarships to childhood cancer survivors. “We’re encouraged by the growing number of childhood cancer survivors, and hope the money will equip many of them with the resources to achieve their goals through education,” says Sue Engelhardt, an NCCS board member.

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The event, a gathering of executives dedicated to making the business world more people-focused, featured special guest Peter Strople, a former director at Dell Computer Corp. “The salon is the first of a series, and we hope to connect top business leaders in an ongoing conversation about how business can lead the wayin celebrating and protecting humans,” Frick says.

3/1 Jaden Schwartz @jschwartzy9 Wondering when there will be an outdoor hockey game at Busch stadium! ? #greatweather #LGB #cards 3/1 Abhishek @ChakrVyuh #springbreak is here- but no signs of the spring. #STL #Weather 2/28 Ryan Miller @RyanMiller3039 Excited to be a member of the @StLouisBlues. After watching my cousin Kevin wear the blue note and one of my heroes, Cujo, this is great!

ISAAC MIZRAHI returns to Opera Theatre of Saint Louis this season to direct Mozart’s The Magic Flute.

The famed designer’s 2010 OTSL directorial debut, Stephen Soundheim’s A Little Night Music, was a huge hit with audiences and critics alike.

Historians agree young GEORGE WASHINGTON neither chopped down a cherry tree nor said, “I cannot tell a lie.” But there’s no doubt the father of our country loved trees and planted hundreds on his Mount Vernon estate in Virginia.

Today, a direct descendant of those trees is thriving on Washington University’s Danforth campus. One of only 12 surviving offshoots from trees planted in 1785, the tulip poplar was given to the university (and other prominent institutions named after Washington) as a seedling in 1991. Now there’s a plaque attesting to its authenticity. You can view both just north of Ridgley Hall, near the entrance to Holmes Lounge.

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[ triple threat champion ] OLIVIA POLK

MICDS senior Olivia Polk is a triple threat sports standout. Senior captain of the squash, field hockey and lacrosse teams, she has been named U.S. Lacrosse Academic All-American and U.S. Squash Association Scholar-Athlete and also is a member of the National Field Hockey Coaches Association National Academic Squad.

A love for sport runs in Polk’s blood. “My mom played field hockey and lacrosse at Denison University, so those were the first two sports I picked up,” she says. “And my grandfather played squash his whole life, including at Princeton, so when MICDS got a team he encouraged me to try out.” Polk made varsity as a freshman in 2010, and now plays No. 1.

Within the past year, both the field hockey and lacrosse teams have been state champions, with the field hockey team’s win capping off an undefeated season. “I can’t say which win I liked more, but both were very fun for me,” Polk says, “especially this year in field hockey, being the captain of the state team.”

Polk, exhibiting strong leadership skills, was voted captain by her field hockey and squash teams, and was hand-picked for the job by her lacrosse coaches. She says her persistence is her biggest strength as an athlete. “I get frustrated when I’m not performing as well as I want to, and I will go out to the squash courts to work on it,” she says.

Recently accepted to Williams College in Massachusetts, Polk will continue her lacrosse career as an undergraduate. “Although I always like the sport that’s in season at the time best, lacrosse is my strongest sport,” she says. Beyond college, Polk hopes to be a lifelong squash enthusiast. “I’ll definitely play squash my whole life. It’s easy to pick back up.”

talk to… [buddy conley] MASTERING THE MAT

BURR OAK CAMP For boys and girls in preschool through sixth grade

Three two-week sessions

JUNE 9 through JULY 18 No camp on July 4

For information, call 314/993-4040 or visit the Burr Oak pages at www.jburroughs.org

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Chaminade junior Buddy Conley is a force to be reckoned with on the mat. Co-leader of his school’s varsity wrestling team under first-year head coach Lee Furnace, Buddy recently won one of three matches at the state wrestling tournament and soon will be heading to Virginia Beach for the National High School Wrestling Championships.

WHY WRESTLING? My dad wanted me to play a winter sport, and I also was wrestling around the house a lot with my brother. I had a lot of nervous energy, and I wanted to be able to use that in a sport.

WHAT’S YOUR PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT AS A WRESTLER? When I made state. I couldn’t compete in districts my freshman or sophomore year, because I had a broken collarbone, so this was the first year I went to districts, and it was nice to have the chance to make state.

DO YOUR PARENTS HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT INJURY WITH THIS SPORT? They both think it’s a really great sport and would encourage other kids to do it. It’s probably one of the most challenging sports, but there are weight classes, so you can be 106 pounds but still be a state champion.

WHAT’S THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF WRESTLING? The weight training is rough, and practices are hard. We like our coach because he pushes us hard and has helped us a lot. He runs really intense practices, and that shows up on the mat when you wrestle.

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[ dominating the diamond ] BRADY FEIGL

No one would fault a batter for trembling when Parkway Central senior Brady Feigl stands on the pitcher’s mound. The right-handed pitcher can throw a 90 mph fastball and was ranked No. 11 in Missouri for the class of 2014, according to Prep Baseball Report. “It’s the only sport I really enjoy doing,” he says. “It’s an escape from the stress and pressure of life.”

Feigl picked up a bat for the first time at the age of 5, when he joined a Chesterfield team with kids from school. He has spent his high school career playing for his school’s varsity team and for the St. Louis Rawlings Prospects during the summers.

During his final high school season, Feigl hopes to continue to build velocity. “I’ve been working during the off-season to put on weight and move faster so I can throw harder,” he says.

“I want to dominate, and I think we have the team to do that this year.”

In the fall, the senior will attend the University of Mississippi on a baseball scholarship. “When I was a freshman in high school I played at Mizzou with the St. Louis Attack team,” Feigl says. “Afterward I said, ‘Dad, I want to play at a college like this.’ I feel so blessed and honored to be able to attend Ole Miss.”

To prepare for his foray into college athletics, Feigl has been working with Brian DeLunas, who specializes in high-level pitching training, and he previously worked with Lance Schuermann, who played in the minor league for almost a decade. “I started pitching with him when I was 9 and he has done everything for me,” Feigl says.

This summer, the Chesterfield teen has a chance to be drafted into the major league and already has been contacted by multiple teams. “It’s pretty exciting,” he says. “If I do have that chance, I’ll need to figure out what it’s going to take for me to skip going to Ole Miss.”

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100% of Class of 2013 reCeived merit-Based College sCholarships totaling more than $8 million.

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1 ANDREWS ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP

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Campers have the option to attend a two-week session, experience the five-week session or enjoy the full 10-week session. Each week of camp comes complete with field trips, swimming and camp activities including arts and crafts, performing arts, sports, technology and science. Extended daycare, breakfast and lunch every day at no charge.

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888 N. MASON ROAD | 314.878.1883 | ANDREWSACADEMY.COM

2 ANIMAL CAMPS IN MISSOURI AND JAMAICA

Cub Creek Science Camp (ages 7 through 17) and its newest program, Animal Camp Jamaica (ages 14 through 18), are summer programs for the animal enthusiast. At Cub Creek, campers have amazing encounters with more than 300 animals. In Jamaica, campers snorkel through a Caribbean reef every day while learning about marine biology.

ROLLA, MO. | 573.458.2125 MOSCIENCECAMP.COM | ANIMALCAMPJAMAICA.COM

OAK CAMP 3 ABURR full-day camp for boys and girls (preschool through grade six) that emphasizes swimming instruction and includes crafts, woodworking and games. Extended day is available and lunch is provided. Three two-week sessions run from June 9 through July 18.

755 S. PRICE ROAD | 314.993.4040 | JBURROUGHS.ORG

CAMP TAUM SAUK 4 Founded in 1946, family-owned and -operated Camp Taum Sauk occupies 145 acres of land along the

Black River in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks. The coed residential camp is for ages 8 to 15, with one-week or longer sessions available. Experienced and caring staff.

LESTERVILLE, MO. | 314.993.1655 | TAUMSAUK.COM

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• Before & After Care • Age 3-Grade 6 • Faculty Specialists • Flexible Weekly Registration • Field Trips • Swimming • Age-Appropriate Themes, Including: • Robotics • Movie Making - Stop Motion • Bugs & Butterflies • Let’s Solve A Mystery • And Much More!

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Get ready for sports, art, music and lots of adventure! Camp Westminster, held June 2 through 27, offers a huge variety of half- and full-day summer camps for boys and girls in grades K through 9. Receive a 10 percent discount when you register by March 31.

Superheroes • Teen Camp • Weekly Sports Tournaments Arts • Gymnastics • Technology Camps • Pre- & post-care Lunch option • Inclusion Services • Sibling discounts Campers swim daily! • Red Cross Certified instruction Two convenient locations • Creve Coeur & Chesterfield

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800 MARYVILLE CENTRE DRIVE | 314.997.2900 WCASTL.ORG/CAMPWESTMINSTER

CAMP WHITFIELD

Whitfield offers 5- through 12-year-olds a chance to move, 6 Camp sing, create and play. Campers enjoy field trips, arts and games.

Additionally, sports camps give developing athletes access to Whitfield’s star coaches and premium facilities. Athletes learn fundamental skills, improve their play and have fun.

WHITFIELD SCHOOL | 175 S. MASON ROAD 314.415.1270 | WHITFIELDSCHOOL.ORG/SUMMERCAMP

CRAFT ALLIANCE SUMMER ART CAMPS

7 Craft Alliance Art Centers offer fun and creative art camps for

kids ages 4 through 18 in the Delmar Loop and Grand Center, weekly June 2 through Aug. 15. Explore hot glass, pottery wheel, jewelry making, digital darkroom, textile design, cartooning, a special two-week high school immersion camp and more.

DELMAR LOOP AND GRAND CENTER 314.725.1177. | CRAFTALLIANCE.ORG

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EvEry family has a story.

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9 JESU ACADEMY ENRICHMENT 8 &COR SPORTS CAMP

Designed for girls in third through eighth grades and taught by CJA teachers, coaches and alumnae.

10230 GRAVOIS ROAD | 314.842.1546 | CORJESU.ORG/CAMPS

COCA SUMMER ARTS CAMPS

In celebration of St. Louis’ 250th birthday,

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offers full- and half-day camps featuring music, cooking, 9 COCA dancing, acting, painting, videography and more. For ages 3

Town & Style is compiling tales from readers about their families’ history in St. Louis.

to 18, taught by professional artists at two locations: COCA in University City and Whitfield School in Creve Coeur.

What brought your family here? How did they contribute to the fabric of our town? Where did they work? Did they start a business? Settle Wildwood? Build homes in Clayton?

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524 TRINITY AVE. | 314.725.6555 | COCASTL.ORG

COMMUNITY CAMPS

We want everyday stories about everyday people.

Help T&S publish 250 stories in honor of St. Louis’ 250th!

variety of camps for ages 3 through grade six, including arts, 10 Aacademics and just plain summer fun on Community School’s

Email 150 words or fEwEr, along with an old or currEnt photo that illustratEs your story to tEllus@townandstylE.com or mail to t&s, 121 huntEr avE., stE. 201, 63124 in partnErship with (stl250.org)

16-acre campus staffed by Community faculty.

900 LAY ROAD | 314.991.0005 COMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM/CAMP

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COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Countryside offers summer programs for children ages 1 through 6 over 10 weeks, June 2 through Aug. 8. Morning sessions include snack and are held five days a week, with an option for ‘full day’ to 3:15 p.m. or extended day from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Limited space available.

12226 LADUE ROAD | 314.434.2821 MONTESSORI4CHILDREN.COM

CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREP CHESS CAMP 12 Learn how to play chess, brush up on basic strategies or master

some new techniques. Students are instructed by Howard Granok, coach of the nationally ranked (third place) Crossroads College Prep Chess Team. This camp is open to students completing first grade and beyond.

500 DEBALIVIERE AVE. | 314.367.8085 CROSSROADSCOLLEGEPREP.ORG

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2014 KOUGAR CAMPS

Fun and enriching summer camps for 6th-8th grade girls (FULL AND HALF-DAY SESSIONS)

Ch u s oeuctk!

4389 Lindell Blvd. | 314.533.8513 | Brochure and registration online at www.rosati-kain.org

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Sports >> Arts >> Adventure! From June 9 to Aug. 8, we offer four dozen one-week themed camps at Forsyth Summer Discovery for children ages 3 through 12. Early childhood program, extended day, Fun Lunch Fridays.

6235 WYDOWN BLVD. | 314.726.4542 | FORSYTHONLINE.COM

DAY CAMPS 14 AJ camp for every kid pre-K through grade 10. We’ve got camps featuring sports, gymnastics, arts, theater, technology and more. Campers swim daily! Lunch option available, as well as before- and after-care.

Inclusion services available. Sibling discounts. ACA accredited.

2 MILLSTONE CAMPUS DRIVE | 16801 BAXTER ROAD 314.442.3423 | JCCSTL.COM/DAYCAMPS

15 LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK ART CAMP

Summer Art Camps at Laumeier are filled with art-making using a variety of media, nature and self-expression. Half-day camp for ages 4 to 6; full-day for ages 6 to 15. Extended day available for full-day camp. Online registration available.

12580 ROTT ROAD | 314.615.5269 | LAUMEIER.ORG

Summer Camps (K-5) Twelve classes in which students can invent, imagine, design and enjoy creative play

Sports Camps (K-12) Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Dance Field Hockey

16 ROHAN WOODS SUMMER PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

The Rohan Woods Summer Preschoool Program for ages 2 through 5 is a time to be creative, explore new worlds, develop new skills and have fun in the process. Small class sizes and outstanding educators.

Session I, June 2 through June 27; session II, June 30 through July 25.

1515 BENNETT AVE. | 314.821.6270 | ROHANWOODS.ORG

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Rosati-Kain Kougar camps are designed for sixth- to eighth-grade girls looking to experience fun, friendship, and learn a new sport, craft or performance skill.

4389 LINDELL BLVD. | 314.533.8513 | ROSATI-KAIN.ORG

18 STAGES PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

STAGES Performing Arts Academy Summer Camps inspire creativity, passion and curiosity by offering the best in professional musical theater training in acting, singing and dancing from preschool to high school. Join us and ‘Experience the Story!’

KENT CENTER FOR THEATRE ARTS | 1023 CHESTERFIELD PARKWAY EAST 636.449.5775 | STAGESSTLOUIS.ORG

Lacrosse Soccer Strength & Conditioning

Tennis Volleyball Sports Sampler

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Animal Camp Jamaica A 13-day teen travel program

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SPORTS CAMPS

Learn fundamental skills, improve your game.

Camps include: BASEBALL • BASKETBALL DANCE • VOLLEYBALL

Age ranges and session dates vary by sport. Please check our website for specifics.

Camp Whitfield=FUN! Be ready to move, engage, create and play.

Three one-week sessions in July Day camp for students entering kindergarten through seventh grade Our reasonable price includes all fees, field trip expenses and the best hot lunch in town!

SUMMER AT SLU 19 Saint Louis University offers more than 50 camps and academies

for Pre-K through high school-aged students, nearly 500 college credit courses, and hosts numerous conferences and events.

ONE GRAND BLVD. | 314.977.8884 | SUMMER.SLU.EDU

SUMMER ADVENTURE AT MICDS 20 Each of the four camps (Pegasus, Aventureros

Spanish Immersion, Rams Sports Camps and Eliot Summer Academy) offers a unique variety of activities, all located on the school’s 100-acre campus and supervised by enthusiastic counselors and expert MICDS staff.

Visit www.whitfieldschool.org/summercamp for more information about Whitfield summer camps.

WHITFIELD SCHOOL • 175 South Mason Road • St. Louis, Missouri 63141 • 314.434.5141

101 N. WARSON ROAD | MICDS.ORG/SUMMERADVENTURE

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ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS & SPORTS CAMPS

Ursuline Academy offers summer camps for grades K through five in which students can invent, imagine, design and enjoy creative play, as well as sports camps that are coach-led for kids in grades K through 12 in 10 different sports. Sports sampler also offered.

341 S. SAPPINGTON ROAD | 314.984.2816 | URSULINESTL.ORG

VISITATION ACADEMY 22 Visitation Academy offers a variety of sports camps for girls, including basketball (grades 3 to 8), cheerleading (grades 3 to 12), soccer (K to 5 and grades 6 to 12), softball (grades 3 to 12), and volleyball (grades 3 to 8 and grades 9 to 12). Sessions are held on campus.

3020 N. BALLAS ROAD | 314.625.9100 VISITATIONACADEMY.ORG

THE WILSON SCHOOL 23 Coed, ages 3 to grade six.

Campers enjoy swimming at Shaw Park, field trips and organized games in eight week-long sessions beginning June 9. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Before- and after-care available.

400 DEMUN AVE. | 314.725.4999 | WILSONSCHOOL.COM

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SUMMER ART CAMPS

One week sessions: Half-Day sessions for ages 4 to 6 Full-Day sessions for ages 6 to 15 Download a Program Brochure & Register Online at www.laumeier.org

12580 Rott Road, St. Louis, MO 63127 314.615.5269 www.laumeier.org

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Community Camps 2014 Arts. Academics. Adventure.

HEARD IN THE [ HALLS ]

 Ages 3 - 6th Grade  June 9 - August 15  Staffed by experienced teachers.  On Community’s beautiful 16-acre campus  Full and half-day camps available

by stephanie zeilenga

www.communityschool.com/camp 900 Lay Road  63124  314-991-0005

LADUE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Eighth grader Sarah Eismann was named one of Missouri’s top two youth volunteers of 2014 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Sarah provided more than 1,000 donated books and enlisted friends and family to set up reading areas at HavenHouse. She will receive $1,000, an engraved medallion and an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C., to attend national recognition events.

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URSULINE ACADEMY

Art students Emma Brinson, Taylor Enderle and Emily LaMarch created and painted a cake for Cakeway to the West, which showcases fiberglass cakes throughout the metro area as part of St. Louis’ 250th anniversary celebration. The students’ design, on display in The Sappington House in Crestwood, incorporates the home, Grant’s Trail and Ursuline Academy.

PARKWAY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL

The WasteBusters, a group of nine students, are competing in the final round of the Lexus Eco Challenge, which encourages young people to develop and implement local environmental programs. Among other projects, the team supervises the school district’s composting program and also planted air-pruned trees (which remove carbon from the atmosphere). Each of the 16 teams in this final round has received $10,000 in grants and scholarships.

PARKWAY NORTH

Leaders are not made, they are nurtured.

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WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Students participating in We the People, a program promoting civil competence and responsibility, placed first in the state competition in Jefferson City, marking the 14th time the school has won state in the past 18 years. To prepare, Westminster team members study U.S. government and the Constitution. In April, the team travels to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national competition.

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rohan woods summer Preschool Program June 2 – July 25, 2014 | ages 2 -5 rohan woods is proud to offer a quality summer Preschool Program which provides small class sizes with age-appropriate academics and experienced faculty.

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Students recently collected 217 pounds of canned food and other non-perishable items for the St. Louis Area Food Bank. The contribution will provide more than 100 meals for local families.

Music appreciation • adventures in art science exploration • Physical education shaded Playground • water activities

enrollment form online at rohanwoods.org

RAINTREE

Pre-kindergarten students at Raintree’s Ballwin location are spending the semester studying sharks with the help of Eugenie Clark. Known as the ‘Shark Lady,’ Clark is a world-renowned ichthyologist and a pioneer in the field of scuba diving for research purposes. She is the founding director of Mote Marine Laboratory, a center for shark research in Sarasota, Fla. SHARE YOUR SCHOOL NEWS BY EMAILING US AT TELLUS@TOWNANDSTYLE.COM OR GO TO OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AND POST YOUR PHOTOS, STORIES AND MORE! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! TWITTER.COM/TOWN_AND_STYLE

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CELEBRATE VOLUNTEERS

W I N N ERS

Congratulations Ameren Missouri Community Lights Winners!

Ameren Missouri is dedicated to celebrating the spirit of volunteerism in communities across Missouri and congratulates Simone, Mike, Chalana, Stephanie, Ellen and Scott for being winners of the Ameren Missouri Community Lights Contest.

Thank you for being bright lights in your communities.

May you continue to shine throughout the year!

AmerenMissouri.com/Community © 2014 Ameren Missouri

SIMONE BERNSTEIN St. Louis VolunTeenTM Nation

MIKE MEYER

Angels’ Arms

CHALANA FERGUSON

Saint Louis F.O.R.C.E. Athleticz

STEPHANIE REGAGNON Ava’s Grace Scholarship Foundation

ELLEN ELLICK

St. Louis Senior Dog Project

SCOTT PITZER

Equine-Assisted Therapy, Inc.

SPRING FOR A CAUSE] [ SPECIAL SECTION

May 7, 2014 Frontenac Hilton

REACHING OUT ] KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Want to make a direct difference in the lives of kids with special needs? Here’s how to get involved with local organizations that fulfill this mission all across St. Louis every day. by rebecca koenig

action for autism//

This group works to connect autistic children and their families with resources and supports special education at Howard Park Center and The American School. What kind of volunteers are they looking for? “People have to have a real heart for the children,” says Howard Park Center principal Kathy Gagnepain.

TO HELP + Volunteer at Howard Park Center, which serves 50 children ages 2 through high school. Retirees are welcome to assist in the classroom during the day and share their talents with students. One volunteer, Gus, regularly plays his guitar for a preschool class.

Students and scouts looking for service hours are also invited to help out. According to Gagnepain, “It gives our special needs children exposure to a typically developing student, and it gives those students an appreciation for special needs children they might not have otherwise.” + Work at a fundraising event. AFA hosts approximately 10 events each year, ranging from trivia nights to golf tournaments. People are always needed to help plan, set up, run and clean up.

VOLUNTEER CONTACT Monica Combs | 636.227.2339 monicac@afastl.org | afastl.org

special education foundation//

This nonprofit assists St. Louis County kids with disabilities in ways not supported by tax money, such as with supplemental arts programs, scholarships and equipment like hearing aids.

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together a holiday gift basket for a family in need each December. “They’re very welcoming of new people,” Buhr says. + Work at the annual fashion show, which raises money for Special School District. SEF needs people to make centerpieces, schedule the guest speaker, coordinate models and clothes fittings, help select the lunch menu, and work with boutique vendors. + Work at the annual golf tournament, held in October at Norwood Hills Country Club. Volunteers are needed to help at the registration table, set up dinner and ride in golf carts to check on players.

VOLUNTEER CONTACT Diane Buhr | 314.394.7030

dibuhr@aol.com | sef-stl.org TO HELP + Join the Women Leaders group. “The women’s group was started because women came up to me and said, ‘I’d really like to get involved in your organization; what can I do?’” explains Diane Buhr, executive director. “It was founded to create awareness of what the foundation does.” Members gather at monthly meetings to plan events, allocate funds and put

easter seals//

This organization serves 4,200 individuals a year, many of whom are children with autism, through child development centers, physical rehabilitation and financial planning services.

TO HELP + Mentor a teenager through Friend In Deed.

Volunteers are partnered one-on-one with an adolescent client who shares their interests. They meet for monthly activities such as cooking, watching movies or playing basketball. + Work at a family event. Five or six times a year, families of children with autism or developmental disabilities gather for fun outings at iconic St. Louis attractions, such as the Arch, Botanical Garden and Magic House. Volunteers are needed to run the activities and interact with kids. + Work in the office. Easter Seals occasionally needs volunteers to do clerical tasks related to accounting, fundraising and human resources.

VOLUNTEER CONTACT Lindsey Willard | 314.394.7064 lindsey.willard@esmw.org | lifeskills-mo.org

[ give of yourself ] OTHER OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP SPECIAL-NEEDS CHILDREN

+CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF +CENTER FOR HEARING & SPEECH +CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION +DELTA GAMMA CENTER FOR CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS +DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF GREATER ST. LOUIS +EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF MISSOURI AND KANSAS +GREAT CIRCLE +KIDS ENJOY EXERCISE NOW ST. LOUIS +MARYGROVE +MIDWESTERN BRAILLE VOLUNTEERS

+MISSOURI FAMILIES FOR EFFECTIVE AUTISM TREATMENT +PARAQUAD +PONY BIRD +ST. LOUIS ARC +ST. LOUIS LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION +ST. LOUIS SOCIETY FOR THE PHYSICALLY DISABLED +TEAM ACTIVITIES FOR SPECIAL KIDS +THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP +VARIETY THE CHILDREN’S CHARITY

LIST MAY NOT INCLUDE EVERY GROUP THAT HELPS SPECIAL-NEEDS KIDS. IF YOU’D LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE AN ORGANIZATION TO OUR NEXT REACHING OUT ON ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES, EMAIL US AT TELLUS@TOWNANDSTYLE.COM OR CONNECT WITH US ON FACEBOOK.

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For info & reservations: 314-315-6102 or mady.stazzone@yahoo.com *All proceeds will fund our efforts at Children’s Hospital in Santiago, Dominican Republic

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CARE AND COUNSELING

by rebecca koenig

SHARING OUR ANXIETIES with trusted pastors and counselors in the community can offer great relief, but few of us pause to wonder: Who cares for the caregivers? Thankfully, Care and Counseling has taken up that cause since 1968. The nonprofit offers mental health care to everyone, but as the only certified pastoral counseling center in Missouri, 15 percent of its clients are religious professionals and their families. “This can be a very isolating profession,” says executive director Dale Kuhn, a licensed clinical social worker and Lutheran minister who’s worked for Care and Counseling for 40 years. “A lot of religious professionals are frontline responders to mental health issues in their congregations. I feel we really can make a big difference in the professional lives of those folks.”

Originally affiliated with Eden Theological and Concordia seminaries and Episcopal City Mission, Care and Counseling offers individual, family, children and adolescent therapy services regarding anxiety, depression, marriage, aging and parenting at nine locations throughout St. Louis.

The nonprofit employs 25 licensed clinicians.

While Care and Counseling offers a unique spiritual perspective, people of all or no faith are welcome to seek help there. “I think people come to us primarily because of our reputation,” Kuhn says. Many clients learn about Care and Counseling through faith communities, friends, families and insurance companies. The diverse staff offers a range of outlooks, Kuhn says.

The nonprofit operates on a sliding fee scale, serving clients regardless of their insurance or ability to pay. Kuhn reports that 35 percent of the budget comes from charitable donations by individuals and companies such as World Wide Technology, Centene Corporation and Delmar Gardens. This year, Care and Counseling’s annual dinner auction benefit takes place May 7 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac and honors Kuhn for his four decades of service. “The dinner raises more than $100,000 for our sliding fee scale,” Kuhn says. “We have a lot of supporters who come every year. It enables our clients to pay what they can afford.”

Creating a safe environment that promotes well-being is one of Kuhn’s top priorities. “I want to make sure conversations about mental health issues are OK to have,” he says. “There’s a stigma in the culture. There’s a lot of fear of criticism and judgment. It’s OK to talk with each other about managing our stress or dealing with one of our kids who’s in trouble or acting out. One of the things we believe at Care and Counseling is there’s a mind-body-spirit connection.”

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St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness honors Grace Katzenberger, one of SLOCA’s founders, with the Teal Spirit Award at its annual gala, Life Is Your Symphony, Live It Out Loud, 6 to 10 p.m. April 5, in the Grand Lobby of Edward Jones Corporate Headquarters in Des Peres.

INTERNATIONAL REALTY Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty was recognized among the top 10 corporate fundraisers thanks to its Pedal the Cause team, Robb’s Riders, which brought in more than $25,000.

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For 100 years, Central Institute for the Deaf has been making conversations happen in St. Louis and around the world. CID recently welcomed five new members to its board of directors: Kathy Cramer, Garrick Hamilton, Brandon Neuschafer, Carolyn Raner and Samir Tayob.

825 S. Taylor Ave. | 314.977.0132 | cid.edu

Easter Seals Midwest, formerly Life Skills, is a provider of autism services and programs for people with developmental disabilities. The nonprofit has opened four new offices and plans to hire more than 150 employees.

On Feb. 25, the new Employment Training Center celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony in conjunction with the Northwest Chamber of Commerce.

13545 Barrett Parkway Drive, Ste. 300 | 314.567.8198

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Care and Counseling has 25 therapists who provide counseling to adults, couples, children and families at nine area locations, including our newest in Hazelwood.

12141 Ladue Road | 314.878.4340 | careandcounseling.org

4 FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER

Find out more information about the annual Walk with a Friend fundraiser on our newly redesigned website at friendsofkids.com!

7 SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION

The seventh annual Signature Healthcare Foundation Golf Tournament will be held April 28 at Whitmoor Country Club in St. Charles. Come out to watch or enter a team for the 2014 Dragon Boat Festival; gatewaydragonboat.org.

5139 Mattis Road | 314.440.8375 signaturefoundation.org

The Pediatric Orthopedic Project, an initiative of Signature Foundation dedicated to improving pediatric orthopedic care in developing nations, holds its first fundraiser 6 to 11 p.m. April 12. Proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital in Santiago, Dominican Republic.

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STL-101 Class, “Immigration”, 6 to 8 p.m. March 20. $25 per person includes boxed dinner. View the city’s distinctive culture through a historical lens. Call 314.361.9017 for reservations.

Lindell Boulevard and DeBaliviere Avenue in Forest Park 314.746.4599 | mohistory.org

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2014 Missouri Masters Series, June-September, an annual series of art exhibitions and education lectures featuring Missouri’s top artists and benefiting local nonprofit organizations.

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kodnergallery.com >> Trash or Treasure Nov. 1 | Gateway Conference Center, Collinsville, Ill.

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CID – CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF

cid.edu >> CID’s Ultimate Birthday Bash Gala April 5 | The Ritz-Carlton >> Listen St. Louis: 100 Years of CID History exhibit open to the public one day only, in partnership with STL250.

May 31 | 4560 Clayton Ave.

Easter Seals Midwest helps individuals with developmental disabilities — including autism — learn, live, work and participate in the community.

For more details, visit eastersealsmidwest.org

MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM

314.746.4599 | mohistory.org >> History Clubhouse: Let’s Build It! Opening weekend features crafts, performances and more!

Free admission.

March 29 | 10 a.m.

Lindell Boulevard and DeBaliviere Avenue in Forest Park >> American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition April 26 – Aug 17 | Adult $10; seniors/students/groups/active military $8; children ages 6 through 12 $4; children under 6 free

------ MIDWEST -----Life Skills | TouchPoint Changing Lives Since 1964.

On September 1, 2013, Life Skills joined Easter Seals and its nationwide network of service providers. As such, our agency is now known as Easter Seals Midwest. Life Skills and TouchPoint Autism Services merged in 2012. The partnership with Easter Seals is the next step in reaching our strategic goals to help more individuals with developmental disabilities across Missouri.

CARE AND COUNSELING

careandcounseling.org >> “Hats Off to Care and Counseling—Hats Off to Dale” Benefit Dinner & Auction May 7 | Frontenac Hilton

EASTER SEALS MIDWEST

314.567.7705 | esmw.org >> Walk With Me St. Louis 5K and 1 mile events May 3 | Queeny Park >> Autism Invitational June | Boone Valley Golf Club

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314.966.7562 | sloca.org >> ‘Living Out Loud’ Gala April 5 | Edward Jones Corporate Headquarters

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SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION

314.440.8375 | signaturefoundation.org >> Signature Healthcare Foundation Golf Tournament April 28 | Whitmoor Country Club >> Sixth Annual Dragon Boat Festival A celebration of traditional Chinese dragon boat racing, with children’s activities, live music, martial arts demonstrations and more.

June 28 | Creve Coeur Lake

FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER

friendsofkids.com >> 14th Annual Walk with a Friend 5k run/1 mile walk April 26 | 635 Maryville Centre >> 16th Annual Golf Tournament and Auction May 19 | Whitmoor Country Club

Catholic | Independent Coed Montessori Toddler - K All-Girls 1 - 12

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDIC PROJECT

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IF YOU HAVEN’T BEEN TO WEST COUNTY CENTER RECENTLY, you may be missing your favorite retail destinations. “Last year we added a lot of new stores, and this year we have a couple of big ones coming in that people specifically requested,” says Sean C. Phillips, regional marketing director for CBL development company.

When West County Center closed in 2001, it was a one-level mall with 50 stores and two anchors. During its renovation, Phillips reports, “It was completely torn down and rebuilt to twice its size.” When it reopened Sept. 20, 2002, the mall had expanded to two full levels of stores and four anchors.

And it’s been evolving ever since. Responding to shopper feedback, the mall added several popular stores in 2013 and plans to install a few more this spring. “A lot of leases were up, so it gave us the opportunity to really look at which stores were there and decide if that space would be better for a more-requested tenant,” Phillips explains. The second St. Louis Michael Kors and Art of Shaving opened last year, along with the area’s second Geranium, a local boutique. “I think people are interested in supporting local business,” Phillips says. In May, Gap, Gap Kids and Banana Republic will join the center’s roster. “For us to finally be able to have the right space and the right time, our consumers are really excited to have those stores at the mall,” he says.

As West County Center has grown, it’s become a great place to shop with kids, Phillips says, and he should know: he has three of his own. Children’s stores such as Build-A-Bear, Gymboree, Justice & Brothers and Naartjie Kids have been moved to the same region near the play area to relieve the burden of dragging kids across the entire mall. “From that perspective, I know I can just head to that area and get everything I need,” Phillips says. Especially exciting for young ones is the new Lego store, the only location in St. Louis. “It’s a really interactive store,” Phillips says. “You put the [Lego] box in front of this computer and it shows an image of what it looks like when it’s built. The technology in the store is top-notch.”

Refueling during a shopping spree has gotten tastier, too. In 2013, West County Center welcomed the area’s first Jamba Juice, a popular smoothie and juice shop. “We’re building Jamba Juice throughout the state of Missouri, and West County Center allowed us to be centrally located,” says managing owner Jerry Amsler. “That’s exciting for St. Louis consumers to have that locally and not have to travel out of town for their delicious smoothies,” Phillips says. And in May, the mall is getting a Chipotle in its food court.

Shoppers looking for a more substantial meal have several options in the restaurant village, where they’ll find J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood, McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant and Bravo! Cucina Italiana. “It’s a great place for dates,” Phillips says. “In May and September, we do a happy hour program where we have live music and the restaurants offer food and drink specials on the patios.”

Above all, its variety and convenience distinguish West County Center, Phillips says. “The tenant mix is so broad we’re able to have something for everyone. You can find everything you need just by making the one stop.”

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[ PLANTER’S HOUSE ] 1000 mississippi ave. | 314. 696.2603

[ amuse bouche ] THE SCENE |

Very cool, modern-day saloon

THE CHEF |

Bradley Hoffmann

THE PRICES |

$10 specialty drinks, $4 to $12 ‘noshes,’ $14 to $18 entrees

THE FAVORITES |

Chicken Wings, Lamb Loin, Gooey Butter Cake, Wahoo, Wild Mushrooms, Mussel Stew, Roast Chicken

THIS TAVERN IS THE BREAKOUT VENTURE

of mixologist Ted Kilgore, the bartender St. Louisans from all over town came to watch at Taste by Niche.

Its name is a paean to an old grand St. Louis hotel from the 19th century, and the space, at the end of Lafayette Square, has a very appealing retro ambience.

The main draw here is Kilgore’s cocktail creations, drinks like Smoking Apples (Peat Monster scotch, Laird’s BIB apple brandy, aperol, vermouth maple bitters and baked apple bitters). That’s why it’s even more impressive to be able to say every dish I tasted was superior. The blend and balance of seasonings, combined with the skill of execution, yields outstanding food.

A special of the day, simply called Roast Chicken ($16), is a good example. It came as a leg and thigh, liberally salted and peppered and flash-fried without breading. The meat inside was deliciously flavorful and moist. It, like most foods here, was locally sourced and free-range. Also on the plate was a puree of tamarind spiced with cardamom, diced Granny Smith apples

and thin slivers of fresh ginger, giving the entire dish a character I would call ‘fragrant.’ It had some bite and plenty of interest, but the natural goodness of the chicken and its sealed-in juices were allowed to shine.

That said, some dining partners found the food here salty and most agreed you need to order several items to leave full. Mussel Stew ($17), listed under the entrée header ‘Satiate,’ was a bowlful of excellent bivalves swimming in “green curry coconut milk,” a lightly spicy, salty, coconut-y (and excellent) broth that could be soaked up with an accompanying slab of sweet cornbread. It was excellent all around, but it’s going to take a lot more to satiate.

The ‘Nosh’ part of the menu has nine fun nibbles to go along with your juleps, slings and Negronis. You can go small—flavored popcorns or pickles—or hearty: fingerling and pork gravy poutine (known as a day-after curative), rarebit or fried lamb bullocks. On the meatier side, Chicken Wings ($12) came as three plump drummies and a couple of bony wings roasted with fresh hay to impart an earthy quality. Flash frying yielded deliciously crisp, lightly fried skin dotted with

sage. For dipping: lemon truffle sauce added an outstanding flavor that underscored the earthy quality overall.

On the lighter side, Wild Mushrooms ($8) amazed us with their flavor: seared enoki, shiitake, white and grey oyster, and Hen of the Woods mushrooms came tossed with truffle oil, lemon, thyme and garlic.

The Wahoo special, a fuller dish, but also a costlier one at $24, had three sizable fillets beautifully browned with a light crust and tangy grapefruit gremolata, all sitting atop carrot ginger puree. These flavor-enhancers were milder than they sound and, again, allowed the natural flavor of the fish to shine.

Lamb Loin ($19), a single loin chop, but a thick one, was nicely grilled and served with ‘smoked potato salad,’ a hot mix of scrumptious potato wedges tossed in ‘lamb butter vinaigrette,’ rich lamb fat and tart vinegar.

Gooey Butter Cake ($8) was divine and possibly the sweetest, most confection-like cake I’ve ever set teeth into. It had a cookie crust, chewy soft center, and a glaze of bourbon-laced currants and orange zest.

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WAHOO | A large whitefish (20 to 40 pounds), called ono in Hawaii, that is sweet, with moderatly fat flesh.

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CURRANTS | Currants are either dried zante grapes (tiny Champagne grapes from an island off Greece) or dried berries related to the gooseberry.

POUTINE | A Quebec specialty that combines french fries, cheese and gravy and is eaten

hot, with a fork and knife.

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FAVORITE INGREDIENT |

Guajillo chiles

FAVORITE RESTAURANT |

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>> The ‘Ghost Ships,’ served in the Bullock Room, was the best cocktail I’ve ever had.

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I’d call it a small, but mighty, menu.

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WHAT IS WHISKEY?

It is my personal belief that whiskey may be the most misunderstood spirit on the market today. It’s actually an umbrella term for any alcohol distilled from grain, but there are three different styles, each distinct and special.

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Bourbon (and its up-andcoming brother, Rye) Is it true that all bourbon has to come from Kentucky? No. Is it true the best bourbon comes from Kentucky? That’s subjective.

Is it true bourbon has to be 100 percent made in the U.S. of A.? Absolutely. Along with being entirely American-made, Bourbon has to be a minimum of 51 percent corn and aged in new, charred-oak barrels. Sure there are other rules that go more into depth about aging (minimum 2.5 years, but if it’s younger than 4, that must be stated on the label), and laws concerning proofs—but don’t worry about those too much. As for rye, it has the same characteristics, except it has to be made from a minimum of 51 percent rye.

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>> Irish Whiskey Irish whiskeys must be made in Ireland, and they

are on the smoother side of the whiskey family, in my opinion, which comes from being triple-distilled. Little known fact: There are actually not that many whiskey distilleries in Ireland; I came up with four major ones by my last count.

>> Scotch First, not all Scotch has to be smoky. It does, however,

have to be made in Scotland. The interesting thing is that since Scotch typically carries a higher age statement than most other whiskeys, it’s aged in already-used barrels. Often they will have agreements with bourbon distilleries to reuse their old casks.

Scotland has many different whiskey-producing regions. Here are some basic Scotch-drinking guidelines. If you like smoky, go for an Islay; if you don’t like that style, go for Campbeltown or some Lowland distilleries. If you would like to drink the high-end names, you’re more than likely drinking whiskeys from Speyside or from the Highlands. This over-simplification is only because Scotch itself could easily take up two or three months’ worth of articles!

CORY CUFF IS A GRADUATE OF THE CULINARY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA IN HYDE PARK, N.Y., AND THE RESTAURANT & BAR MANAGER AT CIELO IN THE FOUR SEASONS ST. LOUIS. HAVE A QUESTION? EMAIL US AT WINE@TOWNANDSTYLE.COM OR CONNECT WITH US ON FACEBOOK.

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12:30 p.m. | Dogtown | Free | stlhibernians.com

make good movies. That’s how I got roped into seeing Bad Words, starring Arrested Development’s Jason Bateman (and, sadly, directed by him). As you have probably guessed by now, Bad Words had none of the smart humor of Bateman’s (really creator Mitchell Hurwitz’s) offbeat TV series.

Bad Words is based on a ridiculous premise that isn’t only inane, it’s offensive (and not in the clever way that can turn offensive into hilarious). The whole movie is about a grown man, Guy Trilby (Bateman), who takes advantage of a loophole in the rules and crashes a series of spelling bees, all the way to the top competition, the National Spelling Bee. I won’t divulge his reason, but I will say it’s lame. No amount of explaining can justify the way he bullies the prebubescent contestants, insults everyone around him, and mistreats the journalist (Kathryn Hahn) who follows him around in the hopes of snagging a scoop.

On the upside, Allison Janney (The West Wing) is funny as a very uptight school marm trying to calm parent hysteria during the penultimate competition in Ohio. In retrospect, I should have expected disaster when the movie opened with Trilby excusing his bad behavior in narration: “In retrospect, I guess I could have handled things better...”

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? No. —D.W.

gardening lecture series – designing a perennial garden

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now–5/17 walking grand center: 4 streetscape designs Sheldon Art Galleries | Free | thesheldon.org

3/23–3/29 teachers for tappmeyer art exhibition

1–4 p.m. | Tappmeyer House in Millennium Park, 2 Barnes West Drive Free | 314.442.2081

[ ETC. ] 3/15 cottleville st. patrick’s day parade

Noon | Historic downtown Cottleville | Free | stpatparade.org

3/15 st. patrick’s day parade

Noon | Downtown St. Louis | Free | irishparade.org

3/17 hibernians saint patrick’s day parade

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ALSO IN THEATERS Mr. Peabody & Sherman | Tim’s Vermeer | Rise of an Empire

Olivette in Bloom | 7 p.m. | Old Bonhomme School, 9661 Old Bonhomme Road Free | olivetteinbloom.org >> Design gardens that delight year after year with expertise from master gardener Alice Mitchell.

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FAMILY MED SCHOOL LABS– HEART & LUNGS 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

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OPENING FRIDAY Tyler Perry’s Single Moms Club | Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me | Need for Speed NOW ON DVD 12 Years A Slave | Girl Rising | Inside Llewyn Davis| The Book Thief

[ THEATER ] we will rock you

The Fox Theatre | $25–$90 fabulousfox.com >> Featuring the greatest hits of the legendary British rock group, Queen. Through March 30.

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>>>3/15 CIRCUS SATURDAY

10 a.m.–3 p.m. | The Magic House | Free with admission | magichouse.org Enjoy a sneak peek at a few of the amazing artists and acts from Circus Flora’s new production, The Pawn.

3/19 ten questions

to ask your biology teacher about evolution The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis | 7:30 p.m. | Sally S. Levy Opera Center, 210 Hazel Ave. $10 | repstl.org

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St. Lou Fringe | 7 p.m. | Kranzberg Arts Center $5–$35 | stlfringe.com

3/22–3/23 snail and the whale–tall stories COCA | $16–$20 | cocastl.org

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3/15 kevin eubanks

7 & 10 p.m. | Lumiere Theatre inside Lumiere Casino $25–$35 | lumiereplace.com

3/28–3/29 making every moment count–the music of peter allen

8 p.m. | Kranzberg Arts Center | $20 | grandcenter.org

stile antico, early music vocal ensemble

8 p.m. | Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis | $19–$39 cathedralconcerts.org >> Stile Antico returns for the second time to St. Louis Cathedral Concerts with its clear sound and pure tone in the heavenly setting of the Cathedral Basilica.

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EARLY SPRING

By Suzy Bacino | Photos by Suzy Gorman

Do you feel that? The first breeze of spring is just around the corner.

Not just the occasional unseasonably beautiful day that greets us like a surprise on that rare, late-winter morning. I’m talking about real, crisp, sunshine-y spring. Spring …when wearing boots and jackets seems about as appropriate as wearing shorts to the Oscars.

Spring …when the color yellow and floral dresses are like visual vitamin C and just as necessary to our health. Enjoy our spring preview … a teaser of what’s to come. Florals and patterns with ladylike touches of lace are what this season is all about. Get ready to bloom.

FIELDS OF GOLD

Carolina Herrera gown, $6,990, Yves Saint Laurent sandals, $875, Gurhan lapis earrings, $1,275; all from Neiman Marcus

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HervĂŠ Leger dress, $1,790 and jacket, $1,390; both from Saks Fifth Avenue Black tassel earrings, $345 from Neiman Marcus

KICK UP YOUR HEELS

Jean Paul Gaultier dress, $635, Yves Saint Laurent sandals, $875; both from Nordstrom

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ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BECOMING A PATTERN Roberto Cavalli dress, $1,695, Valentino handbag, $1,695, Alexis Bittar cuff, $345, and earrings, $90; all from Nordstrom

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Erdem lace dress, $3,800, mini Prada bag, $1,330; both from Neiman Marcus Chanel leather sneakers, $950 from Saks Fifth Avenue

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2 | EYE CARE ASSOCIATES OF ST. LOUIS This spring, the difference is in the details. Tumi, the international luxury brand, masterfully pairs the iconic aviator frame with its signature ballistic pattern temple design in its ‘Barrow’ frames. Available in black, red and tortoise.

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4 | CRESCENT COAST

Your spring break one-stop shop for all things nautical offers coastal-inspired apparel and accessories for the whole family.

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5 | GINGER & MARY ANN BOUTIQUE Our favorite spring staple is a dress by Jude Connally, a modern dress collection featuring vibrant prints and soft silhouettes on luxurious and easy-to-care-for fabrics.

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6 | FUN IN THE SUN SPORTS

Vineyard Vines whale-embroidered seersucker skort is perfect for the golf course, the ball game or a patio party! Structured with a little stretch. $118.

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14 | LAURIE’S SHOES

Welcome to the world of ‘Lelli Kelly’ handmade beaded fashion for young girls, exclusively at Laurie’s Shoes.

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But even though the hormone is touted by physicians and the pharmaceutical industry as the fountain of youth for aging males, the FDA has not approved a testosterone drug for women, Maupin notes. “Many ob-gyns don’t know how helpful testosterone can be, because most of the research has occurred in the field of endocrinology. That’s why it’s important to educate physicians in the use of bioidentical hormone replacement.”

Maupin’s individualized testosterone treatments, mixed with other hormones if needed, are formulated at a compounding pharmacy. Dosages are based on a blood panel to determine the patient’s hormonal status. Therapy is administered via an injected pellet that’s replaced every four to six months. “Unlike other delivery methods, pellets enter the bloodstream gradually, avoiding erratic absorption and hormonal fluctuations.” Maupin says. “We monitor patients carefully. Testosterone has few, if any, side effects, and benefits far outweigh risks.” She speaks from 11 years of personal experience. “Bioidentical testosterone has helped me and many of my patients, male and female, regain passion and vibrancy. It changed our lives for the better. It can change yours.”

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“But traditional hormones just made it worse,” recalls Maupin, founder and medical director of BioBalance Health. A hysterectomy for endometriosis plunged her into full-on menopause. “I was so exhausted and distraught, I even considered giving up my medical practice,” she says.

Desperately seeking relief, Maupin went to one doctor after another, only to be told she was crazy, lazy, or that her symptoms were a normal result of aging and she should just get used to it. “But I finally found the answer in a hormone usually associated with men: testosterone,” she says. Her search, and the science behind it, can be found in The Secret Female Hormone: How Testosterone Replacement Can Change Your Life, a new book she co-authored with family therapist Brett Newcomb.

Estrogen, sometimes paired with progesterone, is often prescribed for women dealing with peri-menopause and menopause, Maupin notes. “But women make three times as much testosterone as estrogen up until age 40, when production starts dropping off,” she says. “Other hormones reduce production in response to that drop, triggering the premature aging process that’s usually attributed to a shortage of estrogen.”

Maupin and Newcomb, who have referred patients to each other for years, say this hormonal shift can affect every aspect of life. “Testosterone loss can cause depression, anxiety and lack of libido that used to be attributed to psychological or emotional difficulties or stress,” Newcomb says. “In 30 years of counseling, I’ve seen

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The secret to living a healthier, happier and longer life is no secret at all. Simple habits like eating a healthy diet and avoiding processed foods , exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep can help you avoid certain diseases, manage your stress and add years to your life.

STRESS BUSTERS

DR. ROSA KINCAID,

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Stress can lead to chronic diseases, including heart disease and cancer, as well as depression. Finding healthy ways to manage your stress is one of the most important things you can do to improve your overall health. There’s no ‘one size fits all’ solution, but some of the things I recommend are exercising regularly, getting adequate sleep and avoiding self-deprecating talk and thoughts.

No matter how busy your schedule is, it’s important to make time each day to exercise and do something you enjoy, like a hobby or journaling. Regular exercise, at least 20 minutes per day, six days per week, releases endorphins that act like a natural antidepressant. People who exercise regularly have more energy, are happier and are better able to deal with stress. Make an enjoyable hobby, be it golf, knitting or reading, a priority. It’s a form of expression and a great release.

Try to avoid unhealthy coping mechanisms like cigarettes, alcohol and junk food. These habits are unhealthy, and when you finish, your stress is still there.

Want to feel calmer and happier? Start by simply redirecting your attention to the moment you’re in, rather than living in the future and past. This is called mindfulness. You can practice mindfulness informally by focusing your attention on the dishes you’re washing rather than thinking about a deadline at work, or formally, through yoga, meditation and breathing exercises. Research has shown mindfulness improves health and well-being and diminishes stress, depression and anxiety.

The more you practice mindfulness, especially through meditation and yoga, the more calm and relaxed you’ll become.

Another great way to manage stress is to practice self-compassion. We often create stress when we judge or compare ourselves to others. Try to avoid needless worry, too.

You can’t change the past and can’t know what will happen in the future. By focusing on the present, you’ll usually find that things aren’t that bad.

Finally, make time in your busy schedule for friends and family. People who have meaningful relationships feel loved and supported and tend to be physically, mentally and emotionally healthier. Social support is as essential to our health and well-being as good nutrition.

pillow talk >> + “THERE ARE MANY REASONS WHY PEOPLE OCCASIONALLY HAVE TROUBLE SLEEPING,” says JULIE TOOMEY, MANAGER OF THE SLEEP/EEG CENTER AT BARNES-JEWISH WEST COUNTY HOSPITAL. “Pain, depression, illness and stress are common culprits, and lack of sleep actually can cause stress.”

But there are simple things you can do to improve your chances of getting a good night’s rest. “The National Sleep Foundation recommends adhering to ‘sleep hygiene’ practices,” Toomey says. For example, a warm bath before bed not only sets you up with a bedtime routine, but the drop in temperature when you get out may help trigger the circadian rhythm to go to sleep.” Other tips: maintain regular bed and wake times; establish a regular bed routine; use the bedroom for sleep only; finish eating two to three hours before bed; exercise regularly, but not less than three hours before bed; and avoid nicotine, caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime.

“If you’re having trouble staying awake during the day or sleeping at night, despite using these techniques, you could have a sleep disorder,” Toomey says. “Talk to your physician or seek help from a sleep specialist.”

what’s your real age? >> + THE DR. OZ REALAGE TEST IS A SURVEY that takes into account diet, physical activity, stress and family history to calculate your biological, as opposed to chronological, age. “It’s a good concept, as it takes into consideration many things we think about in terms of overall health,” says DR. WILLIAM MANARD, SLUCARE family and community medicine physician. “But whether you can directly apply that to the exact age of your body is questionable.”

According to Manard, there’s no hard science for the test. “It’s based on scientific assumptions and statistical models,” he notes. “It’s not like we have an internal odometer that says how many miles we’ve put on our body. But what the quiz does well is break down complex concepts, such as the impact inactivity has on overall health, into an easy-to-understand format.”

Evidence exists that healthy lifestyle changes can improve life expectancy, Manard adds. “For example, one’s life expectancy returns to normal within 10 years of quitting smoking. We also know people who sleep less than six hours per night are more likely to have heart problems and diabetes. By making some relatively simple choices, you can add years to your life.”

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In general, additives in our food have undergone extensive testing and are safe. Research on food additives is primarily done on animals, using large doses. Additives deemed to be carcinogenic are banned from the food supply, such as the artificial coloring Red No. 2, which was banned in 1976.

There are no studies proving that food additives cause cancer in humans. Some studies have found an association between eating foods high in nitrites (predominately in cured meats, such as bacon and hot dogs) and certain cancers. One sweetener that remains controversial is Aspartame, which has been studied for several decades, with some studies demonstrating a carcinogenic effect in rodents. While the preponderance of evidence suggests it’s not carcinogenic in humans, some professionals recommend avoiding Aspartame, particularly during pregnancy, or limiting its use to small, infrequent amounts.

That being said, there are additives once deemed safe that have since been banned. The best bet is to eat predominantly whole foods. Scrutinize labels and avoid foods with a litany of chemical names on the ingredient list. Some of the perfectly safe additives in our food come from natural sources, like vitamin C and citric acid, found abundantly in citrus fruits.

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Osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear of the cartilage on the surface of joints or the discs in the spine. It’s usually accompanied by an overgrowth of bone, referred to as bone spurs, a narrowing of the joint space and, in chronic cases, a deformity of the joint. Osteoarthritis is typically caused by a loss of motion in the joint, stemming from a trauma injury, repetitive or overuse injury, poor posture and metabolic disorders. The loss of motion in the joint results in a loss of nutrition or fluid in the joint.

Chiropractic adjustments can help restore mobility in joints that aren’t moving correctly. This helps to decrease the symptoms of pain, stiffness and loss of motion. It also slows the progression of degenerative changes. Unfortunately, most degenerative joints don’t show severe symptoms until there’s significant damage to the joint, so it’s important to pay attention to a gradual onset of stiffness or loss of motion.

Treatment is much more successful if you address the issue before it’s chronic.

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‘Safety’ has become a relative term in regard to additives in our food. The FDA has determined that many preservatives and additives, such as artificial dyes and sugars, are safe in minimal quantities. However, because the standard American diet is full of packaged and processed foods, those previously determined ‘safe’ foods need to be further evaluated to determine if they’re safe in larger quantities.

Consuming a regular amount of foreign chemicals can pose a health threat. In my practice, I have hundreds of patients who have experienced physical reactions to the scent of perfumes, liquid detergents, cigarette smoke and so on. Those are chemicals that have created an immune system reaction simply by being inhaled. So a similar chemical that you regularly ingest may pose a potential threat to the internal organs.

The key to holistic, healthy living is to consume more fresh, whole foods that require no coloring or added chemicals. A whole foods diet contains fresh fruits and vegetables; healthy grains such as brown rice, quinoa or millet; and clean protein sources such as beans, nuts, seeds and lean cuts of fish, turkey or chicken.

DEGENERATION DR. GARY J. SCHMIDT,

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If you suffer from joint degeneration, there are many things you can do to alleviate pain. First, try to maintain a proper weight. This is obviously more important for weight-bearing joints like the knees and ankles. It’s also important to maintain your strength and flexibility. Exercises like walking, swimming, riding a bike, elliptical trainers and yoga, as well as limited weight lifting, are good options for people who suffer from joint degeneration. Avoid activities with repetitive impact, such as running.

Certain medications—particularly anti-inflammatory medications like Aleve and Advil—are effective for reducing inflammation, which causes pain commonly associated with joint degeneration. However, medication can’t stop the progression of the disease. Curative measures include joint replacement and other surgical options, which are extremely successful today. These procedures not only treat pain, but also allow patients to regain an active lifestyle.

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I AM NOT A PERVERT. But lately, I’ve been stripping off my socks and begging people to touch my feet.

This compulsive behavior was ignited by a recent pedicure at CleanSpa, a podiatrist-owned nail salon tucked into the Feet for Life Center.

The minimalist white, dove gray and soft green space is immaculate: even the floor corners glisten. “We practice stringent sterilization techniques to protect our clients, and medical and cosmetic areas are kept separate,” said spa and corporate development director Denise Baich. She eased me into a sleek Italian air-massage chair, which didn’t so much vibrate as emanate gentle waves of motion. Lulled by a dreamy New Age soundtrack that sounded like elevator music for exalted beings, I opted for the $75 Winter Wonderland pedicure, a seasonal treatment that blends “the wintry aromas of spruce and sweet orange with exfoliating enzymes, essential oils and organic fruit and plant agents to smooth, soften and exfoliate.” At that price, it better make my feet whistle The Star-Spangled Banner, I thought.

“There are 7,200 nerves in your feet, and they’re connected to everything else in your body,” Baich said, immersing my tootsies into a fragrant tub of bubbling water. “If your feet aren’t healthy, you’re not healthy.” She then proceeded to bathe, buff, anoint and massage all 7,200 nerves into a state of total bliss. I’m not sure what transported me from mere relaxation to complete nirvana.

Maybe it was the deeply hydrating moisturizing

mask, or the brown sugar scrub followed by a soothing application of pomegranate enzyme, or the velvety layer of lotion she applied after wrapping my feet in hot towels, or the way she trimmed and filed each nail to perfection.

Luxe bells and whistles aside, what really set this pedicure apart was the technician’s expertise. Throughout the experience, Baich gently educated me about foot care and health.

(Each CleanSpa nail tech is a certified ANT, or advanced nail technician, and MNT, medical nail technician. If they detect an infection or other health issue, they’ll whisk you over to the medical side for immediate treatment.)

Noticing the sides of my toenails have a slight tendency to curl under, she didn’t clip them as short as other techs had: “It could lead to ingrown toenails.” She correctly guessed I’d suffered a severe injury to my left leg many years ago: “I can tell from your callus patterns and the build-up of lactic acid crystals in your foot.”

She advised me on how to keep my feet in great shape: “Don’t wear heavily cushioned athletic shoes—they can cause unhealthy movement patterns. And the single most important thing you can do is moisturize your feet every night!”

Not only did Baich kill my calluses with kindness, she also restored the nails of my baby toes, darkened by exposure to shoe and sock dye, to a pristine state. My toes hadn’t looked that good since I was 10 years old. And as I floated out the door, I swear I heard my feet whistling The Star-Spangled Banner.

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Gail relented. “Well, she does love working with kids, but I told her she’ll never make any money being a preschool teacher, and I’ve been directing her more toward law school.”

Many parents today, like Gail, have a tough time not over-involving themselves in their children’s lives. But there’s way more going on behind this unsettling trend than parental interference.

There has been a tremendous push for perfectionism in our culture, and it rears its ugly head in our obsession with grades, national test scores, select sports teams and the need to turn every endeavor into a competition. Parents sign 8-year-olds up for Kuman math classes and for extra coaching from retired professional athletes. Kids are constantly performing for and being judged by adults, with relentless pressure to succeed, impress everyone, win, be the best and be popular. They are constantly busy in adult-supervised activities, with little or no free time. And why? So they get an edge, a leg up on the competition.

Is this really what childhood should be about?

All this pressure tells us something about how we view childhood. And I am here to tell you that childhood is not a race or a contest. It’s not about winning national championships in grade school, or winning prizes at graduation. And it should not be about doing activities just to pad a resume for college transcripts. Grade school should not be about high school prep, and high school should not be about college prep.

Growing up entails so many more important developmental tasks: getting to know yourself, understanding your strengths and weak areas, developing your social-emotional intelligences, and learning how to build community so you can get along with diverse people. It is about supporting your classmates, learning how to handle conflicts effectively, developing a powerful voice to speak with authority and advocate for yourself.

If parents buy into the present cultural rat race, it’s hard not to micromanage, motivate and mold your children to stay on a course you have set for them.

Kids need quiet alone time for reflection, contemplation, soul-searching and self-exploration—and to decompress.

They need time to play for play’s sake, learn for their love of learning, explore and challenge themselves, and to enjoy adventures. Kids must be allowed to make mistakes and to learn lessons in their own way and in their own time.

Childhood should be so much more than a competition.

Don’t allow societal pressure to convince you otherwise.

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[TREND REPORT FACE OILS

WHEN IT COMES TO OILY SKIN, fighting oil with oil may seem counterintuitive. But natural oil offers a broad spectrum of benefits for every skin imperfection, from eliminating excess oil production to evenly hydrating skin and hair. Below are some good options that will make you a believer!

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[ full coverage ] >> NOURISH ORGANIC REPLENISHING ARGAN OIL

Nourish Organic Replenishing Argan Oil Argan oil has become a go-to hair product for men and women alike. Nourish Organic has taken argan oil a step further. Made for body, face and hair, it uses Vitamin A and rosehip oil to hydrate and strengthen skin. Apricot kernel oil helps reduce inflammation, perfect for skin prone to acne or blemishes. Finalizing the treatment trifecta, the tocopherols, or antioxidants, work to repair pesky split ends and moisturize dry and damaged hair.

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[ a natural approach ] >> BURT’S BEES NATURALLY AGELESS OIL

Like other Burt’s Bees products, the brand’s Naturally Ageless face oil uses 100 percent natural ingredients. Dab a small amount on fine lines and wrinkles, specifically targeting the eyes, mouth and forehead.

Thanks to ingredients like pomegranate, a natural antioxidant, and borage oils, used to fight signs of aging, this intensive face oil treatment has become one of the most popular on the market.

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Need a fix for aging skin? Look no further than Amore Pacific’s Green Tea Seed Treatment Oil. This product is specifically formulated to combat signs of aging due to loss of moisture and collagen breakdown. It’s packed with antioxidants like green tea omega ceramide, reinforcing elasticity and delaying the breakdown of collagen, refreshing skin and easing fine lines.

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GET THE LOOK [ CHARLIZE THERON by marylyn simpson

[ how to ] AMID

emotionally charged acceptance speeches, impeccably dressed attendees and Ellen DeGeneres’ best selfie of all time, the 2014 Academy Awards were nothing if not entertaining. When it came to the red carpet, actresses gravitated toward classic silhouettes and neutral color palettes, a refreshing change from the overtly sexy necklines and heavy makeup of award shows past. Melding the season’s trendiest haircut and a throwback to Bridget Bardot-like makeup, Charlize Theron stood out as one of the most beautiful women of the night. Whether you already rock a pixie, love a dramatically lined eye or simply want to recreate Theron’s look, here are a few simple steps for achieving the best look of Oscar night.

MAKEUP

1 | Theron’s complexion was absolutely flawless. Starting with a great primer like LANCÔME LA BASE

PRO, create a pore-free, shine-resistant canvas for your face. Next, use a moisturizer like MARIO BADESCU OIL FREE MOISTURIZER before applying your foundation and concealer. Your skin will be both hydrated and free of shine long after application.

2 | Once you’ve created the base, apply an under-eye concealer a shade lighter than your natural skin

tone. For those with dark circles, try STILA’S CC COLOR CORRECTING STICK WITH SPF 20. The green center cancels out any purple pigmentation, while the flesh tone outer layer works like a traditional concealer, canceling out redness and skin imperfections throughout the face. A touch of blush completes Theron’s perfect look, leaving skin red carpet-ready.

3 | Theron played up the drama with a heavy liner. Using a liquid liner like DIOR’S DIORSHOW ART PEN, start at the innermost corner of your lid and apply a thick line all the way to the edge of your eye. For your bottom lid, use a white eyeliner pen. Try SEPHORA COLLECTION NANO EYELINER IN PURE WHITE to create depth and contrast from your heavier-lined top lid.

4 | A barely there lip put the final touches on Theron. YVES SAINT LAURENT GLOSS VOLUPTE IN ROSE will give you a beautifully shiny lip with just a touch of color.

HAIR

1 | Theron’s hairstyle was of-the-moment, thanks to her sleek pixie cut and a deep side part. If you’re currently donning a pixie or cropped ’do, recreate Theron’s Oscar-ready hairstyle with DAVINES RELAXING FLUID. The product works to fight frizz and is ideal for protecting against the harsh heat of a straightener. The Relaxing Fluid works for both long and short styles, keeping even the longest locks perfectly in place.

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Worrying about the future and regretting the past drain energy, create anxiety and deflate the spirit. Instead, ask yourself, “What action can I take right now toward accomplishing my goals?”

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Are you at risk for sleep apnea? Do you snore loudly and frequently, feel tired during the day, stop breathing while you sleep, have high blood pressure or a neck size greater than 16 inches (women) or 17 inches (men)? If you answered yes to two or more of these questions, seek help.

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Get a jump on bikini season. West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University now offers CoolSculpting®, which eliminates stubborn fat with no needles, no anesthesia and no downtime.

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[HOME] SPRING $#FORWARD #$

BY STEPHANIE ZEILENGA

Spring, the season of rejuvenation, is when we shake off the winter blahs and freshen our homes and gardens.

It’s the time we face life with renewed vigor and optimism— and that includes the home front.

So bring out the Pledge and garden shears and find inspiration from local experts.

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Saturated color is hot now, especially turquoise, orange, hot pink and spring green. Bring them into your home with a sprinkling of pillows.

Before your spring cleaning project, get the clutter out of the way.

Don’t wait too long to get your yard and garden ready. If you wait until the weeds start coming up, it will be twice as much work.

RUSTED CHANDELIER

Put away the heavy-duty pillows and throws of winter and replace them with lightweight throws in cotton or bamboo.

Bring blooming tulip pots indoors. Place them in silver bowls, ceramic containers or wicker baskets.

If you don’t have a green thumb, consider silk bulbs.

Replace entry rugs abused by winter weather.

Bringing color to the floor is a good way to spice it up.

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JOY TRIBOUT INTERIORS The main goal for spring should be lightening up.

Add a bright throw to your sofa, and consider coordinating it with fresh flowers for instant cheer.

Nothing freshens a room like a fresh coat of paint.

A linen color can really brighten.

Open your window treatments to let in more natural light. If your drapes cover the windows, get larger rods so panels don’t overlap the windows.

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SCRUBBY DUTCH CLEANING

Don’t forget to clean your furnace filters and cooler return vents! When these get dirty, they bring more dirt into your home. People also forget to clean the rims of their toilets and the tops of refrigerators.

To better maintain cleanliness throughout the year, get in the habit of being organized and putting things away.

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NAVARRO WINDOW CLEANING When cleaning windows, we use a mop and squeegee.

Rather than paper towels, we recommend terry cloth or surgical cloth because these will not leave behind lint or debris.

For cleaner kitchen windows, use your kitchen exhaust fan to keep grease away.

To avoid scratches, use window scrapers only with a cleaning agent mixed with water.

LARRY BAUER LANDSCAPING

The first thing you should do is clean out the beds and remove old mulch.

Use high-quality mulch. You will pay a little more, but it will last longer.

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Have your trees inspected by an arborist about every three years. If not properly maintained, trees can fall apart and cause property damage.

Call in an expert if you notice decay on the trunk or root, fruiting bodies, such as mushrooms, or any splitting or cracking limbs.

Spring and fall are the best seasons to plant trees. It depends on the species, but the ideal time is when you’re expecting a decent amount of moisture and temperatures are not extreme.

Native oak species and maples do well in our climate. Avoid ash trees: there is a pending threat from Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive species of beetle that has spread across the country. When it comes here, it will probably kill most untreated ash trees.

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6312 SAN BONITA | CLAYTON 4 BEDROOMS, 3½ BATHS $649,900 This gem of a home features large rooms, stained glass, updated kitchen and hearth room, and 2nd level Juliet balcony.

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[ easter at the farm] WHEN ICE AND SNOW ARE DISTANT MEMORIES and hints of new life abound, it's Easter party time. And odds are, no one throws an Easter bash like native St. Louisan Sallie Kramer, owner of Ladue decor boutique Sallie Home. Each year, Kramer's family gathers at her Steelville, Mo., farm, where adults enjoy cocktails and champagne, while an egg hunt keeps the kiddos happy.

Below she shares some of her party planning tips and tricks.

THE INVITE

THE MENU

Embrace the vitality of spring at the Garden Home Retreat at Moss Mountain Farm.

Tour the home and grounds, see 15,000 spectacular tulips in spring’s colors and enjoy a seasonal lunch from Allen’s cookbook.

Space is limited. Visit www.PAllenSmith.com, email gardenhome@pallensmith.com or call Joyce at 501.519.5793 to make your reservation!

I walk around for a week with Bon Appétit, collecting ingredients and forming a plan of execution.

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The most fun part of our Easter party is having the family come on Saturday to share in the cooking. The fun in the kitchen is almost better than the feast!

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One year we bought a whole lamb, which I do not recommend; that was our only disaster.

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We have a tradition of having an Easter lamb cake.

We bring in a store-bought cake—the only concession to our homemade feast.

Remember that it is all about bringing a family together after church.

Cultivating an interesting group of people is an art, but with family there is already enough interest to keep everyone stimulated.

HOSTESS SECRETS

The benefit of cooking the meal yourself is the creation of memories. It can provide valuable time with loved ones and a way to pass on culinary skills to the kids.

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I set a long table on our terrace—no children’s table— that everyone sits around.

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We paint flowers on white bags. Lilies are especially easy and make for an effective visual.

Inside are goodies—soaps, candies, playing cards and a fuzzy chick or bunny that is used as a place card.

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I love the new linens from Le Jacquard Francais, Sferra and Matouk.

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Place a decorated Easter basket at the door with slips of paper on which are listed the chores, such as doing dishes and setting and clearing the table.

Each guest picks a slip—even the kids!

For servingware, I love the Annieglass brand, especially the Roman antique deviled egg serving platter. I also love Beatriz Ball and Vietri’s Belezza Spring collection.

To involve teenagers in the fun, ask them to act as Easter bunnies by hiding the eggs.

To announce dinner, on the table I set a collection of wind-up bunnies, which the children love!

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100 Arundel, Clayton New ListiNg. Offered at $779,000.

8 Long Meadows Lane, Town & Country Offered at $2,220,000. OPeN 3/16, 1-4 PM.

10 Country Life Acres, Town & Country Offered at $1,175,000.

5105 Lindell Boulevard, CWE Offered at $1,849,000.

5 Huntleigh Downs, Frontenac Offered at $1,095,000.

395 Highway V, Troy Offered at $1,680,000.

17720 Greystone Terrace Drive, Wildwood Offered at $579,900.

2219 Kehrsgrove Drive, Chesterfield New ListiNg. Offered at $539,000.

9801 Wild Deer Road, Ladue Offered at $515,000. Open 3/16, 1- 3 PM.

72 Clermont Lane, Ladue Offered at $839,000.

563 Deer Valley Court, Saint Albans Offered at $650,000.

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SUnDAY OPEn HOUSES OPEn SUnDAY, MARCH 16TH 8 LoNg mEADoWS LN., Town & Country. $2,220,000. 1-4 PM 1 ExmooR DRivE, Ladue. $774,900.

1-3 PM

9054 FAiR oAKS CRESCENT, Richmond heits. $525,000. 1-3 PM

31 Ridgemoor Drive, St. Louis NEW LiSTiNg. Offered at $645,000.

8730 Teasdale Avenue, University City Offered at $282,500.

NEW LISTINGS

710 S. Hanley Road, Unit 7B, Clayton Offered at $150,000.

1322 Highland Oaks Drive, Unit B, Ballwin Offered at $95,900.

916 Bluff Road, Pevely Offered at $429,000.

4114 Highway DD, Salem Offered at $425,000.

200 S. Brenwood Boulevard, Unit 15C, Clayton Offered at $249,500.

10 CoUNTRY LiFE ACRES, Town & Country.

$1,175,000

732 JUANiTA AvENUE, Glendale.

5 HUNTLEigH DoWNS, Frontenac.

$1,095,000

151 BRiDgEWATER CHASE LANE, Villa Ridge.

$189,900

100 ARUNDEL, Clayton. This stunning architectural gem

9119 CLAYToN RoAD, Ladue.

$1,050,000

412 moRNiNgSiDE DRivE, St. Peters.

$147,000

offers a dramatic 2-story beamed ceiling, vaulted and open dining

2269 SoUTH WARSoN RoAD, Ladue.

$1,050,000

7211 DALE AvENUE, Richmond Heights.

$137,000

room and beautiful detail in millwork and fixtures.

17360 oRRviLLE RoAD, Wildwood.

$779,000

$995,000

16519 KiNgSPoiNTE LAKE LANE, Clarkson Valley. $979,000 31 RiDgEmooR DRivE, St. Louis. Rehab this home or tear

1020 mEDoC CoURT, Town & Country.

$199,900

COnDOMiniUM/ViLLA HOMES

$970,000

down. This home has great “bones”, natural woodwork and extensive

6127 LiNDELL BoULEvARD, CWE.

$950,000

40 BRigHToN WAY, #2N, Clayton.

$699,000

millwork, 4BR/2F2hBA with 2,270 square feet.

11 BALCoN ESTATES, Creve Coeur.

$899,000

322 CARLYLE LAKE DRivE, Creve Coeur.

$590,000

12801 BELLERivE SPRiNgS DR., Creve Coeur.

$895,000

8025 KiNgSBURY BoULEvARD, Clayton.

$499,000

2219 KEHRSgRovE DRivE, Chesterfield. Updated 4BR/3.5BA

1178 HAmPToN PARK, Richmond Heights.

$850,000

625 SoUTH SKiNKER, #1202, St. Louis.

$410,000

home with new gleaming hardwood floors, master suite with newly

72 CLERmoNT LANE, Ladue.

$839,000

750 SoUTH HANLEY RoAD, #350, Clayton.

$392,000

remodeled master bath and fenced in pool.

1 ExmooR DRivE, Ladue.

$774,900

917 NoRTH SPoEDE RoAD, Creve Coeur.

$255,000

316 CABiN gRovE LANE, Creve Coeur.

$769,000

8011 PRESiDio CoURT, #2A, University City.

$255,000

200 SoUTH BRENTWooD BLvD., #15C Clayton.

$249,500

7515 BUCKiNgHAm DRivE, #3S, Clayton.

$215,000

$645,000

$539,000

9801 WiLD DEER RoAD, Ladue. A charming traditional 2-story brick Colonial with many special features including hardwood floors and an updated kitchen. $515,000.

RESIdENTIAL homES

open 3/16, 1-3 Pm 2 miDPARK LANE, Ladue.

$749,000

7145 PERSHiNg AvENUE, University City. Charming 3BR/1.5BA

45 CLERmoNT LANE, Ladue.

$665,000

home with large living & dining rooms, high ceilings & beautiful wood

344 RUNNYmEDE DRivE, Creve Coeur.

$664,900

open 3/16, 1-3 Pm

563 DEER vALLEY CoURT, St. Albans.

$650,000

301 CHASSELLE AvENUE, Creve Coeur.

$649,000

875 HARDCASTLE DRivE, O’Fallon. Fabulous 3BR/3BA walkout

10 LADUE FoREST, Ladue.

$629,000

ranch with new windows, newer hardwood floors and new carpeting

1088 mcKNigHT oRCHARD, Richmond Heights.

$625,000

floors. Fenced back yard. $385,000.

throughout. Full finished lower level. $172,000. open 3/16, 1-3 Pm

LuxuryCollection

12771 WYNFiELD PiNES CoURT, Des Peres.

$619,900

4 goDWiN LANE, Ladue.

$595,000

17720 gREYSToNE TERRACE DRivE, Wildwood.

$579,900

9054 FAiR oAKS CRESCENT CT., Richmond heights. $525,000 9847 LiTzSiNgER RoAD, Ladue.

$6,650,000

739 oRiENTAL LiLY, O’Fallon.

712 SoUTH PRiCE RoAD, Ladue.

$1,950,000

360 WEST PoiNT CoURT, University City.

$429,900

5105 LiNDELL BoULEvARD, CWE.

$1,849,000

4141 WEST PiNE, CWE.

$425,000

$474,900

4386 WEST PiNE BoULEvARD, #1W, CWE.

$169,000

710 SoUTH HANLEY RoAD, #7B, Clayton.

$150,000

2033 FALLiNg BRooK DR., Maryland Heights.

$109,900

714 HomERUN DRivE, O’Fallon.

$99,900

1322 HigHLAND oAKS DRivE, UNiT B, Ballwin.

$95,900

1760 Acres on HigHWAY H, Glenwood.

$5,800,000

1 LiTTLE LANE, Ladue.

$595,000

916 BLUFF RoAD, Pevely.

$429,000

4114 HigHWAY DD, Salem.

$425,000

72 ACRE HoRSE FARm, Bunker.

$419,900

73 ACRE A--QUATiC FARm, Bunker.

$299,900

Lot 3-8,11,12 BREToN WooDS CT., Wildwood. $225,000-$235,000

395 HigHWAY v, Troy.

$1,680,000

4153 WEST PiNE, CWE.

$359,000

$1,495,000

12 CHAmiNADE DRivE, Creve Coeur.

$350,000

govERNoR PLACE #2 LoT 46, St. Charles.

8 oAKLEigH LANE, Ladue.

$1,450,000

14361 LADUE RoAD, Chesterfield.

$329,000

LAKE CHARLES HiLLS LoT 88, O’Fallon.

40 AUBURNDALE DRivE, Creve Coeur.

$1,299,000

8730 TEASDALE AvENUE, University City.

$282,500

5 CHATFiELD PLACE RoAD, Creve Coeur.

$1,250,000

907 CAmARgo DRivE, Ballwin.

$279,000

9828 oLD WARSoN RoAD, Ladue.

$1,195,000

6177 WASHiNgToN BLvD., St. Louis.

$274,000

$1,195,000

503 gLENmEADoW DRivE, Ballwin.

$249,000

8 LoNg mEADoWS LANE, Town & Country.

$2,220,000

$1,175,000

1594 miLBRiDgE DRivE, Chesterfield.

$215,000

1 LiTTLE LANE, Ladue.

$1,700,000

12228 gLENPARK DRivE, Maryland Heights.

$209,000

809 TARA ESTATES CoURT TBB, Chesterfield.

26 WESTmoRELAND PLACE, CWE.

7211 Dale Avenue, Richmond Heights Offered at $137,000.

LoTS/ACREAGE/FARmS

7352 WESTmoRELAND DRivE, University City.

729 HigHWAY H, Troy.

4386 West Pine Boulevard, Unit 1W, CWE Offered at $169,000.

907 Camargo Drive, Ballwin Offered at $279,000.

$129,000 $14,000

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$875,750

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HOMEWORK] DEAR HOMEWORK,

We have lived in a simple ranch for 20 years on Clayton Road in Town & Country. For several years, my husband and I have talked about redoing the front landscape. We agree that all shrubs need to be removed and we want to start with a clean palette this spring. We also thought about adding other details, such as stone, fresh paint or other possibilities you suggest.

Thank you,

———REDO MY RANCH

AFTER

BEFORE

DEAR REDO MY RANCH,

Your home could use a few architectural detail changes that could turn its current ‘style neutral’ feel into a Craftsman charmer. This will make it feel decades newer and give it more presence in its upmarket neighborhood.

By changing the siding and roof colors, reshaping the porch columns, adding window mullions and finally, building a low garden wall with light piers, the façade now takes on a convincing and comfortable Craftsman look that is much more inviting.

For the landscape, I would suggest simple, bold masses of plants that will reinforce the existing horizontal feel of the architecture. This basically means hedges that are lower than the brick walls they are in front of. A clump of birch trees to the right of the porch gives a vertical accent and keeps the whole composition feeling casual, which is in keeping with the Craftsman style. Tall evergreens to the left of the façade block the neighboring garage and thus redirect attention back to your house.

Your home basically looked fine to start with, but after these changes, it feels much more pulled together.

Hope that helps.

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clarkson Valley l $979,000 16519 kingspointe lake lane 11 rooms, 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full & 2 Half Baths Susan Hurley 314.308.6636

oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Fallon l $474,900 739 oriental lily 10 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths Susan Hurley 314.308.6636

troy l $1,680,000 395 Highway V 15 rooms, 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full & 3 Half Baths Susan Hurley 314.308.6636

troy l $1,195,000 729 Highway H 10 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths Susan Hurley 314.308.6636

wilDwooD l $579,900 17720 Greystone terrace Drive 12 rooms, 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full & 2 Half Baths Susan Hurley 314.308.6636 Becky Blair 314.568.1209

MarylanD HeiGHts l $209,000 12228 Glenpark Drive 8 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths Susan Hurley 314.308.6636 Becky Blair 314.568.1209

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town & country l $970,000 1020 Medoc court 12 rooms, 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full & 2 Half Baths Laura Donovan 314.983.2181 Kathleen Lovett 314.983.2200

uniVersity city l $1,495,000 7352 westmoreland Drive 12 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 4 Full & 3 Half Baths Laura Donovan 314.983.2181 Kathleen Lovett 314.983.2200

cHesterFielD l $215,000 1594 Milbridge Drive 6 rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths Laura Donovan 314.983.2181 Kathleen Lovett 314.983.2200

laDue l $774,900 1 exmoor Drive 11 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full and 2 Half Baths Duncan Andrews 314.307.1737 Jane Hillemann 314.712.2115

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creVe coeur l $590,000 322 carlyle lake Drive 9 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths Peggy Dozier 314.983.2206

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cwe l $1,175,000 26 westmoreland Place 14 rooms, 8 Bedrooms, 5 Full & 2 Half Baths Gary Boyson 314.374.5764 Peggy Dozier 314.983.2206

warson wooDs l Price upon request 1303 Frontenay Drive 8 rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Terri Wolfner 314.440.3737

creVe coeur l $664,900 344 runnymede Drive 9 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths Tricia Kolbrener 314.504.5564 Megan Holekamp 314.703.1415

creVe coeur l $255,000 917 n. spoede road 8 rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full & 2 Half Baths Junior Fabick 314.402.3678

clayton l $779,000 100 arundel 10 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths Sandy Coburn 314.495.0295 Cindy Lee Gladney 314.503.4234

oPen 3/16, 1-3 PM.

laDue l Price upon request 933 winterwood lane 10 rooms, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths Duncan Andrews 314.307.1737

ricHMonD HeiGHts l $525,000 9054 Fair oaks crescent court 8 rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths Susan Maher 314.302.0792

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FROM THE [GARDEN

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by p. allen smith

[ grow your own chopped salad bar]

AFTER A LONG WINTER, nothing makes a better lunch than a chopped salad, the fresher the better. Ingredients are fairly easy to grow, and you can’t beat the satisfaction of walking outside and cutting what you want to eat for the day.

An edibles garden has the added benefit of helping you keep those healthy eating resolutions, too. You don’t have to limit it to just lettuce —chives, spinach, bok choy, arugula, mustard greens, kale, parsley, mint, cilantro, scallions, radishes, English peas and strawberries are all easy to grow and will ensure your salad never gets boring.

Many find the prospect of starting from seeds intimidating, but don’t fret. You can grow an abundance of low-maintenance veggies from seed or, if you prefer, you also can easily use young plants to get started.

Sow spring salad greens in containers, raised beds or prepared in-ground beds and follow the spacing parameters outlined on the package. The seeds will germinate within five to seven days and the first crop will be ready to harvest in about 30 days.

Spring crops need about six hours of direct sunlight a day to thrive. Water regularly and make sure your containers have good drainage. Unsure about the quality of your soil? Err on the side of caution—don’t forget to fertilize. Follow the instructions on the fertilizer package for best results. Because lettuce needs nitrogen to grow tender, new leaves quickly, side dress plants regularly with nitrogen-rich amendments like cottonseed meal, alfalfa meal or kelp meal.

edible flowers >> Don’t forget the flowers! You’ll be surprised by the number of edible pretties out there—they beautify your plate and add interest.

VIOLA These flowers taste sweet, almost like nectar.

Garnish desserts with their petals. I like the contrast of these blooms on white frosting.

BORAGE Flowers appear in shades of pink and lavender and taste similar to cucumber. Add to drinks, salads and dips.

NASTURTIUM Add to a salad for a peppery kick.

ROSE Sugar these pretty petals and add them to desserts.

Dry them and add to granola or scatter on top of muffins for a sweet, slightly floral flavor.

DANDELION The much-maligned dandelion has a sweet, honey-like flavor. Fry them, add them to cookies or infuse drinks with the blooms.

DIANTHUS These blooms pack a sweet, clove-like flavor.

Use them to infuse drinks or add to baked goods.

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The amenities will delight courtesy of professional landscaping, pool and tennis courts.

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this updated two-story sits on a private, massive lot.

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Bursting with aestehtic appeal, this five-year-old charmer is nestled in the heart of desirable Glendale. Features include: pristine hardwood floors, impressive detailing and millwork, custom kitchen with granite tops and rooms with exceptional flow for ultimate living. The spacious and luxurious master is the essence of relaxation, while the professionally finished lower level provides the ideal space for the kids or to catch the big game.

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6 bedrooms | 10 bathrooms | 10,000 square feet

You won’t see another home like this again anytime soon! Fully custom, 10,000 square feet 1.5 story that sits on a gorgeous acre level lot with an in-ground pool, hot tub and private golf green with 5 holes and 2 tee boxes. Inside, there are wood floors throughout, top-of-the-line finishes and extensive millwork details. The features are simply too numerous to list ~ they must be seen to be appreciated!

• Master suite features sitting room with fireplace and study • Fabulous eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar features granite counters, SubZero refrigerator, 6 burner gas cooktop and opens to a cozy hearth room with fireplace • Three large bedrooms and an exercise room upstairs • Guest suite with bedroom, full kitchen, sitting room and full bath also on the upper level • Walk-out lower level features custom wine cellar, rec and game room, custom bar, third full kitchen, fireplace, bedroom/media room, two-and-a-half baths • Immaculate four-car garage with room for five vehicles • Indoor/outdoor state-of-the-art commercial security system with digital recording • Six-zoned HVAC

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$386,000 7249 Northmoor Drive Coldwell Banker Premier Group Agent: Mark & Neil Gellman Price per square foot: $168.56

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$525,000 1281 Lay Road Dielmann Sotheby’s Intl Realty Agent: Gillian Noero Price per square foot: $253.9

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$675,000 7 Waverton Drive Gladys Manion Agent: Ann Wroth Price per square foot: $255.01

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$917,500 4 Carters Grove Court Gladys Manion Agent: Wayne Norwood Price per square foot: $201.38

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$1,790,000 10 Fieldstone Trail Dielmann Sotheby’s Intl Realty Agent: Stephanie Oliver Price per square foot: $308.83

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706 YEATMAN AVE. | $200,000 | 1-3 P.M. | 314.569.1177 | LAURAMCCARTHY.COM

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8 LONG MEADOWS LANE | $2,220,000 | 1-4 P.M. | 314.997.4800 | JANETMCAFEE.COM 12316 BALLAS POND DRIVE | $539,000 | 1-3 P.M. | 314.721.4755 | GLADYSMANION.COM

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