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[ letter from the editor ] One of the best things about working in a newspaper office is the nonstop supply of news releases streaming across our desks. Last week, this arrived from the BBC: Chocolate May Help Keep People Slim. Now, the study cautioned there is “only a link, not proof that one factor causes the other (chocolate and slimness),” but findings don’t get published in the Archives of Internal Medicine for nothing. And let’s not forget the various earlier studies about chocolate being good for the heart, blood pressure, insulin sensitivity and cholesterol—all of which I have followed throughout the years with great interest. Doesn’t all that, considered together, practically make it a health food? The lead author, Dr. Beatrice Golomb, explains that her studies, which were on mice, showed that antioxidant compounds in chocolate (catechins) seemed to improve lean muscle mass and reduce weight. You could almost say chocolate is just what the doctor ordered. And now there is talk of initiating clinical trials in humans. Hmm, I wonder if St. Louis universities will be participating? —Dorothy F. Weiner Editor in Chief

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Talk of the Towns The Insider Cover story – JDRF Charlie’s Town Missions That Matter 12 Reaching Out – Sign of the Arrow 13 Homegrown – Sean Gilligan 14 Cover story – Sunnyhill 16 Sports Standouts 18 Business Beat

[ photo album ] 19 Happenings 20 I Do! – Molly O’Brien & Michael Williams 22 SNAPPED! Wyman 22 Kids Place 23 Community School 24 St. Louis Cathedral Concerts 25 Mental Health Alliance

Spruce Up for Spring 26 Cover story – Immerse by Atlas 28 Home – A Brand-New Classic 31 Parent Trap – The Value of Chores 36 Resolutions – Get Organized

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37 What to Wear Where 38 Get to Know – Jacque Albus

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We’ve been told that our occasional use of the scientific term ‘knucklehead’ is beneath our readers, so in this case of a forcible home break-in, let’s just say the suspect police captured in Ballwin is a bona fide birdbrain. When a Ballwin resident got home from work March 29, he noticed a broken window, heard a racket inside and called the cops. Officers cautiously entered the home, only to find a 20-pound wild turkey in the basement. Other than ruffled feathers, a few of which were left behind, the bird seemed unhurt. There was no blood on the glass. The fowl fled straight for the woods behind the yard after police released it. Alcohol doesn’t care who you are or about your station in life; it’s the great equalizer whether a doctor, lawyer, pipe fitter or high-school senior gets behind the wheel after drinking too much. It must have seemed like a cruel April Fool’s Day prank to Bob Bauman, executive director of the Greater St. Louis Major Case Squad, when Chesterfield’s finest pulled him over about 1 a.m. April 1. Cops arrested Bauman on suspicion of driving while intoxicated at a DWI checkpoint in the 14000 block of Clayton Road. Bauman was released later in the day. At this writing, formal charges were pending. An art heist from 40 years ago, plus Steven Spielberg—sounds like a story rife with intrigue and doubledealing! A work by folksy realist Norman Rockwell, swiped from a Clayton gallery in 1973, has been the subject of legal wrangling at the

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federal level. The piece disappeared from a Rockwell exhibition in a then-Clayton gallery owned by Jack Solomon. Solomon collected $20,000 insurance on it, then 15 years later, in 1988, it turned up at an auction in New Orleans, where New York art dealer Judy Goffman Cutler purchased it for $70,400. She sold it one year later to Spielberg for $200,000, and when that sale became public (in 2007), Solomon sued her, claiming that as the original owner, he should have been notified when the stolen piece turned up at auction. There’s more, but long story short: a federal appeals court last week upheld the ruling that Cutler acted professionally, according to St. Louis lawyer Gene Brockland, one of her lawyers. International agricultural giant Monsanto, on the roa d wi t h its 1,000-square-foot marketing showcase, pulled in to the University of Illinois campus in Champaign, Ill., last week in hopes of wooing ag students. Staff of the Creve Coeur-based company gave an overview of modern farming technology via video, interactive kiosks and displays. While a theater provided Monsanto’s view of how America’s farm families contribute to better food and quality of life, an interactive globe displayed how population growth has increased the demand worldwide for arable land. Cheaper and easier to get now than ever before, heroin reportedly has reached epidemic proportions

in our area, claiming more young people in the suburbs. It’s a desperate lifestyle. Addicts steal from their families and friends for a fix. Now, Kirkwood cops have arrested a man they say recruited addicts to steal merchandise like electronics, guns and liquor. Thieves regularly knocked over stores like Walmart and Target; following an intensive investigation police recovered items worth thousands from a Eureka home and a Valley Park business. One thief posed as a uniformed store employee to gain greater access, cops say. What looks at first like a $5 roll of dimes might in actuality be pennies, as the owner of Kakao, Brian Pelletier, found out recently. A young man came into the exclusive chocolate shop claiming he had been paid in rolls of dimes and wanting to exchange them for paper money. Although suspicious, Pelletier gave him a $20 for four rolls of coins. When business slowed, he discovered that the rolls were mostly pennies (the store must have been experiencing an Easter rush for him not to feel the difference!). But he waxed philosophic, saying the ruse is a hard way to steal $18 and that Kakao needed the pennies anyway. Looks as though the flying-saucer building on Grand Boulevard near SLU, a onetime gas station and Del Taco joint, is destined again for greatness—as another taco joint. A nicer one, to be sure, since the chain Chipotle has tentative plans for the

spot, as does Starbucks, which will share the space. (Why hit ’em up only at night when you can get ’em in the morning, too?) The developer intent on razing the whimsical 1960s, Jetsonsstyle structure for a strip center caved last year when city hall joined in the public protest over planned demolition of the site. The Loop has been an area-wide draw for folks out to have a good time, but also for a few no-gooders. Two people were shot the evening of March 31 just east of Skinker Boulevard in what cops call an isolated incident. U. City has increased surveillance, added more patrolling officers and tightened curfews. City officials say they’re not focusing on ticketing young people who break curfew (it’s 9 p.m. for anyone under 17). Rather, they’re concentrating on kids ‘just hanging out’ in parking lots, encouraging them to head home if it’s after curfew. Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bedbugs bite. That ditty’s probably a little close to home for moms in the ’burbs who’ve had to take nit-picking more seriously. A friend in one of our area’s toniest neighborhoods told of her recent months-long ordeal ridding her two elementary-school kids of head lice. The infuriating insects are causing problems throughout St. Louis. Entomologists blame warmer weather for the outbreak of itty-bitty critters that many thought to be an annoyance of a generation ago, like halitosis or ring around the collar.

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[ Pitching In ] Former Cardinals pitcher Andy Benes will be recognized for his outstanding contributions to area youth April 14 at the annual BreakDown STL Black & White Dinner Gala at Kemp Auto Museum in Chesterfield. For tickets and more information, call 314.960.7625 or visit breakdownstl.org. BreakDown STL provides multimedia preventive health information to area teens.

[ Hot, Hot, Hot ] This year’s COCAcabana, ‘White Hot,’ promises three times the usual excitement. Back in town to help raise funds for COCA’s arts programs April 27 will be not one, but three star-powered guests: native St. Louisans and actors Ellie Kemper, Scott Foley and Sarah Clarke. John Burroughs alums Kemper and Clarke and Clayton High grad Foley look forward to seeing some of their former classmates at the bash, which includes cocktails and appetizers from St. Louis’ top chefs, live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing and music. For tickets or more information, call Virginia Howell at 314.561.4870 or visit cocastl.org/cocabana.

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Epworth Children & Family Services and Family Support Network recently announced a merger that will greatly expand their services to those in need. The two Webster Groves-based agencies offer counseling and other programs to at-risk children, youth and families. FSN will retain its name and identity, and the combined organization will be led by Epworth executive director Kevin Drollinger.

[ Race for Research ] The MMRF Race for Research, a 5K walk/run to benefit the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, takes place May 5 at Forest Park. Ellie and Dr. Barry Samson will be honored with the 2012 MMRF Spirit of Hope Award. Dr. Samson is living with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer with a low survival rate, and he and Ellie mentor others who have the disease. To register for the race or support a participant, visit themmrf.org.

[ Spring Aria ] Opera Theatre of Saint Louis Spring Gala, La Habanera, takes place May 5 at Peabody Opera House. The gala is a costume ball based on Georges Bizet’s Carmen, which opens OTSL’s 2012 season May 19, followed by Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd, Mozart’s Cosi Fan Tutte, and Unsuk Chin’s Alice in Wonderland, all performed in repertory at Loretto-Hilton Center. At the gala, dinner will be served onstage, and guests will be treated to a performance by internationally renowned mezzo soprano Kendall Gladen, a graduate of OTSL’s artists-in-training program. The event also includes a tribute to OTSL founding director Richard Gaddes to mark the 25th anniversary of the Richard Gaddes Fund for Young Singers. Gala tickets start at $500 per person. Proceeds benefit OTSL’s professional development programs and educational outreach initiatives. Chairing the event are Noemi Neidorff, Kara O’Leary and Donna Wilkinson. For more information, call 314.963.4222 or visit experienceopera.org.

[ Fair Exchange ]

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Generations of St. Louisans have met for lunch at The Woman’s Exchange and bought exquisitely embroidered dresses for their daughters and grandchildren in the children’s boutique. But few know the gritty history behind the charming tea room and consignment shop, now located at 9214 Clayton Road in Ladue. Jeannette Batz Cooperman tells the story in The St. Louis Woman’s Exchange: 130 Years of the Gentle Art of Survival. “The history of the Exchange is also a history of St. Louis’ social codes and Southern ways, and a history of women finding their purpose and seizing their independence,” says Cooperman, a writer at St. Louis Magazine. The book is available at amazon.com and historypress.net.

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There is no cure for Type 1 diabetes (T1D) a chronic, debilitating autoimmune disease that damages every system in the body. But that will change, if JDRF has anything to do with it. JDRF, formerly known as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, is committed to developing better treatments for people living with the disease, preventing it in the future, and ultimately finding a cure. T1D used to be known as juvenile diabetes, but recent statistics show 85 percent of those in the U.S. living with it are adults, and half of all new diagnoses are adults. It now affects some 3 million Americans, with 80 new cases diagnosed each day. The disease requires a lifetime of diligent management, which might include insulin injections, multiple daily blood tests and severe dietary restrictions. Even with the best medical care, complications can lead to kidney failure, blindness, heart disease, stroke or amputation due to nerve damage. Established in 1970, JDRF has awarded more than $1.6 billion to the search for a cure, including more than $110 million last year, 80 percent of which went directly to research. JDRF’s local chapter also provides more than 3,000 families with support and education. But these programs are costly, and the organization relies on community support. One of its major fundraisers, the annual Garden of Hope Dream Gala, takes place May 12 at Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. “It’s an opportunity to celebrate our continued growth and honor those who have made meaningful contributions to the organization,” says event chair Susan Block of The Designing Block. Jim Theiss and Charles Berry, chairs of last year’s Walk to Cure Diabetes, will receive the Diabetes Champion Award for their help in raising more than $1.3 million. Anheuser-Busch will be honored with the annual JDRF Living and Giving Award. “A-B and its philanthropic Foundation have a long legacy of supporting nonprofit organizations and causes, including JDRF,” says vice president for corporate affairs James Villeneuve. “We’re proud of the meaningful impact we’ve had on hometown organizations, whether it’s through donations or employee volunteer projects. We’re passionate about making a difference for our friends and neighbors.” Former A-B president Dave Peacock serves as honorary gala chair. “Dream Gala is known for its fantastic auction items, and we’re raising the bar this year,” Block says. Items include Marlon Brando’s script from On the Waterfront, valued at $4,000; a letter signed by Audrey Hepburn; Super Bowl tickets; and the chance to name a Clydesdale foal. Last year’s gala generated $950,000 for JDRF; the goal for this year is $1 million. “Thanks to research, amazing strides are being made in the treatment of T1D,” Block says. “Diabetes need no longer be a death sentence, but it’s still a devastating disease that can shave 15 years from a person’s lifespan. The money we raise at Dream Gala goes toward developing better treatments and, one day, finding a cure.”

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[ On April 11, 1842, Charles Dickens arrived in St. Louis and was probably the first to remark on our caloric intake. At the Planter’s House Hotel, he noted, “…the proprietors have the most bountiful notions of providing the creature with comforts. Dining alone with my wife in the room one day, I counted fourteen dishes on the table at once.” ] [ When Inland American purchased the Hilton St. Louis at the corner of Fourth and Olive streets last month, the Oak Brook, Ill., firm got more than a 195-room hotel. The 1889 structure, formerly known as the Merchants Laclede Building and once owned by the Vittert family, displays anatomically correct male and female ‘parts’ in terra cotta seven floors above the ground on its north side. Legend has it the racy tiles were installed by a contractor upset with not getting paid. ] [ Jason Delaney, North Grounds supervisor and daffodil expert at the Missouri Botanical Garden, says it may be May or June before we see the daffodils we planted on area highways in January and February. Daffodil bulbs, he told me, need about 12 weeks to establish roots and promote stem growth. Delaney has seen daffodils bloom as late as July 4. He suggests gardeners fertilize their daffodils just before or when they flower and not cut them for six weeks thereafter. ] [ With news that former KSDK reporter Mike Owens hopes to become a state rep, it seems that, in a just world, former airport director Leonard Griggs would get a camera and microphone and chase Owens around Jefferson City. ] [ Are the Chinese enjoying snow cones from St. Louis? Yes, according to Billy Tomber of Rio Syrup, who is exporting his shaved ice flavors from downtown St. Louis to Australia, South Africa, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Ghana, the Philippines and, most recently, China. A Webster Groves and Crestwood native now living in Soulard, Tomber says he can’t crack the European market because, “nobody uses ice over there!” ] [ Congrats to Cindy Lander Wallach of SAGE Marketing, who celebrated her 50th birthday April 2 by starting the Birthday Joy Foundation, an organization providing birthday gifts to homeless and underprivileged children in St. Louis. ]

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about us | Sign of the Arrow was founded on a simple concept: find a way to give back by doing what you love. In 1966, 10 members of the St. Louis Alumnae Club of Pi Beta Phi pooled some seed money and opened a shop dedicated to all things needlepoint— all to benefit local charities. Nearly 50 years and $3.3 million later, store manager Julie Filean says Sign of the Arrow continues to be a strong source of financial support for nonprofits and a leading resource for needlepointers across the country. If it can be used in a needlepoint project, Filean says there’s a good chance Sign of the Arrow has it, from threads to canvases to finishing services. Volunteers run the store and teach beginner and advanced classes. Customers range from seasoned needlepoint veterans to high schoolers; some of its most popular items are personalized needlepoint key chains teenage girls create for their friends’ 16th birthdays. “There’s something to be said for the enduring nature of needlepoint,” Filean says. “You create something that lasts and can be passed down through generations.” Sign of the Arrow is still operated through the alumni club, but the staff is made up of 80 volunteers with various levels of needlepoint and retail expertise. “We have volunteers from different

or no Greek college organizations,” Filean says. “If you like needlepoint or what the shop does, come in and join.” One perk is that volunteers can nominate a nonprofit to receive a project grant from Sign of the Arrow. A committee of club members and shop volunteers chooses the recipients each year. “We don’t want to just fund ongoing operations. We want to focus on specific projects,” Filean says. “Our money can give lunch to kids who wouldn’t otherwise get it, or the funds can give an opera theater program to young people.” In 2011, 14 nonprofits received grants, including Lift for Life Academy, Opera Theatre of St. Louis and Safe Connections. Like fashion, Filean says crafting follows cyclical trends. When needlepoint isn’t the craft in vogue, the shop’s gift items—picture frames, stationery, hostess gifts and more—help compensate slower years. However, the shop’s needlework finishing service is always in high demand. Filean says people bring in completed projects and the shop transforms them into belts, Christmas stockings, pillows and even upholstery. “People send us things from all across the country,” she says. “They love supporting something that has a greater purpose.”

When Linda Sher says she can teach all ages to needlepoint, she means it. Her students range from octogenarians looking for a new hobby to a 7-year-old girl Sher calls one of her best students. “I knew she wasn’t too young because I started at that age, too,” she says. “She happened to be very artistically inclined and picked it up right away. It’s fun to teach a new skill to somebody. I like to think I’m able to impart to new stitchers the excitement and joy of needlepoint.” Sher has volunteered at Sign of the Arrow and developed classes since 2003. She has seen a recent interest in needlepoint and other handicrafts as people look for relaxing, creative ways to spruce up their homes. “It’s very therapeutic,” she says. “There is a wonderful sense of satisfaction from creating something yourself, and each piece is so unique.” Since she started volunteering, Sher has nominated the Arthritis Association and the Gifted Resource Council for grant consideration and was delighted when both were chosen to receive financial assistance. “It’s a very satisfying aspect of the shop,” she says. “It’s not easy to work retail, so it’s nice to know you help the community, too.” Sign of the Arrow awards the grants and thanks its volunteers each year at an October brunch. Past grant recipients are present to share what they accomplished with Sign of the Arrow’s help. The brunch reminds volunteers like Sher how much their work affects others. “It’s rewarding to hear the stories of all these different agencies and how people benefit form the work they do,” she says. “It’s also rewarding to know that you personally made a contribution and directly affected people.”

[ how you can help ] Sign of the Arrow currently has volunteer positions available for buyers and retail workers. For more information about its services and products, call 314.994.0606 or go to signofthearrow.com.

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homegrown sean gilligan ] by lauren madras “I was on a plane touching down in Africa, when I looked out the window and saw cheetahs racing the plane alongside the runway,” says photographer Sean Gilligan. He was traveling on assignment for Forbes magazine, one of his many high-profile clients. Gilligan was inspired by his father, who went all over the world in his career as a traveling salesman and would bring home photographs from faraway places for his young son. “I was captivated by the diversity in his images,” Gilligan says. Now, some of his own career—and life—highlights have taken place in the majestic and exotic locales his work has taken him to. “I chose the place to propose to my wife, Shea, while on location in Ireland,” he recounts. “I was on a cliff, in wretched weather and surrounded by sheep, but it was so beautiful I knew it was the spot! A week later, she flew in from Paris, where she was studying at the time, and I proposed.” For the April 1 New York Times’ T Magazine, Gilligan was hired to shoot the cover subject, fellow St. Louisian and artist Jason Hackenwerth. “We’ve been friends for a long time,” Gilligan says. “But no matter my subject, I want to collaborate. We make the shot together with the subtle connection between photographer and subject, using the situation to get an image with the most emotional impact.” While he’s normally photographing artists, writers and other extraordinary people, Gilligan makes time for reduced-fee projects on behalf of nonprofits and small businesses each year. “Whenever I can support a particularly good cause, I’ll do what I can for them—and I leave room in my business formula for those expenses,” he says. “I’m honored to work with them.” Recently that project was Churchill School, where Gilligan attended for one year prior to starting high school at Crossroads. “The school played a major role in my life,” he says. “They taught me to tap into my fullest potential and helped me realize there is more than one way to learn. From there, I gained the confidence that set me on this path, first to Kansas City Art Institute and now all over the world on assignment.” With his photographer’s eye, he notices one special St. Louis characteristic he doesn’t find in New York near his Chelsea studio. “I love the alleys here, which you don’t see anywhere else,” he says. “Whenever we come across one, I point it out to whomever I’m with and tell them how St. Louis neighborhoods are built.” He also loves to stop by his favorite restaurant: Pho Grand, a Vietnamese place at Wyoming Street and South Grand Boulevard. When he returns here to visit family, his wife, an architect, applauds the unique elements of our cityscape. “It’s fun to see St. Louis through her eyes,” Gilligan says. “It’s like exploring a new place for the first time.”

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Dan McLaughlin GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFiT:

Monday October 8 2012 Norwood Hills Country Club

For more info or to become a sponsor call Diane Buhr 314-567-8100 St. louis alumnae Panhellenic association PreSentS

ladies night out 2012 april 26, 2012 5:30 to 8:30 pm

benefitting the St. Louis Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship Fund

meadowbrook country club ~ Ballwin 63011

Spend a few hours catching up with friends, sipping a glass of wine and SHoPPinG! over 30 women-owned businesses will be selling jewelry, clothing, purses, gifts, beauty items and more! ticket price is $25 in advance, $30 at the door and includes light hors d’oeuvres and desserts. caSH onlY bar available.

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Town & Style is a proud sponsor of the St. Louis Volunteen Youth and Family Volunteer Fair at 1 p.m. April 15 at The Magic House. Dozens of St. Louis nonprofits seeking youth volunteers will be present to provide more information about their missions and explain their volunteer opportunities.

>> America Scores St. Louis americascores.org/affiliates/st-louis >> Angel Baked angelbaked.org >> Autism Speaks | walknowforautismspeaks.org/stlouis >> Bi-State Pet Food Pantry | bistatepetfoodpantry.org >>City of O’Fallon, Mo. | ofallon.mo.us/volunteer >>Danforth Plant Science Center | danforthcenter.org >>Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition and [RE]FRESH: A Fashion Coalition | foster-adopt.org, refreshstl.org

>> Growing American Youth | growingamericanyouth.org >> Humanitri | humanitri.org >> Independent Youth | independentyouth.org >> Making Music Matters | makingmusicmatters.com >> Megan Meier Foundation | meganmeierfoundation.org >> Missouri Botanical Garden | missouribotanicalgarden.org >> Newborns in Need | newbornsinneed.org/easternmo >> Ranken Jordan | rankenjordan.org/WaystoGive/Volunteer.aspx >> St. Louis Challenger Baseball | challengerbaseball.org >> St. Louis County Library | slcl.org >> St. Louis Crisis Nursery | crisisnurserykids.org >> St. Louis Food Rescue | stlfoodrescue.org >> The Magic House | themagichouse.org >> The National Conference for Community and Justice of Metropolitan St. Louis | nccjstl.org

>> The United Way | stl.unitedway.org >> Therapeutic Horsemanship | thstl.org >> Unwritten Letters Project Bullying Prevention | unwrittenlettersproject.com

ymcastlouis.org, ymcastlouis/literacy.org >> Youth For Understanding | yfu.org

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1| 14th Annual Golf Tournament Friends of Kids with Cancer

May 21 | Whitmoor Country Club 314.275.7440 | judy@friendsofkids.com

2| fifth Annual Jim Hart Celebrity Golf Classic Sunnyhill

May 21 | Country Club at The Legends 314.845.3900 or 314.306.1292 | lmraz@sunnyhillinc.org Pictured: Steve Gaal III, Wendi Pellegrino, David King, Gina Gaal, Jim Hart

3| Tee Up to Cure Diabetes JDRF

June 18 | Boone Valley Golf Club 314.729.1846 | metrostlouis@jdrf.org

4| Dan McLaughlin Golf Tournament Special Education Foundation Oct. 8 | Norwood Hills Country Club 314.567.8100 or 636.346.7441 | dibuhr@aol.com

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Former football Cardinal Roger Wehrli and Karl Mudra of Delta Dental will hit the links at the annual Jim Hart Celebrity Golf Classic Tournament.

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by tony di martino

>> UrbanFUTURE | urbanfuturestl.org >> Valley Palooza Organization | valleypalooza.org >> Volunteen Nation | volunteennation.org >> Webster Community Arts Foundation | artandair.com >> Y Community Literacy YMCA of Greater St. Louis |

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A 17-year-old boy taking a canoe trip at summer camp might not seem like a big deal. An elderly woman enjoying a bingo game isn’t exactly earth-shattering. But when the boy has cerebral palsy and has never before left his wheelchair except to sleep, a canoe trip is something to celebrate. And when the woman is blind and was unable to play bingo until she learned braille, it’s a major accomplishment. These hard-won victories were made possible by courage, determination and Sunnyhill, an agency that provides residential, recreational and educational opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities. “Everyone agrees people with disabilities deserve the same educational and employment opportunities as the rest of us,” says Sunnyhill president Vicky James. “But their social needs are often overlooked. Sunnyhill offers opportunities for growth through education, while also providing activities that keep our clients connected to others.” Established in 1979, Sunnyhill provides customized care so individuals can increase their independence. “Some people need 24-hour supervision and comprehensive instruction; others need occasional assistance,” James explains. “Either way, we help clients develop essential skills and a strong support system.” Sunnyhill’s staff, trained by board-certified behavioral analysts and experienced personnel, excel at working with individuals of all ages, including young children, and can deal with a wide range of complex behavioral issues. Sunnyhill Adventures offers summer camps and year-round activity programs for youth and adults with disabilities. The agency’s travel program gives adults a chance to take short trips with support from Sunnyhill staff. “Enjoying and succeeding at the same activities as everyone else works wonders for their self-confidence,” James says. Sunnyhill University, the agency’s education program, offers a range of classes led by certified teachers, including art, international culture, braille, budgeting and how to use public transportation. The fifth annual Jim Hart Celebrity Golf Classic Tournament, benefiting Sunnyhill, takes place May 21 at Country Club at The Legends. Special guests include past and present sports greats. Honorary chairman is George Gladis of Huntleigh McGehee; Delta Dental of Missouri serves as Super Bowl Sponsor. “The event helps us toward our goal of empowering individuals to develop their potential and achieve their dreams,” James says. As developmentally disabled athletes entered a gymnasium at a recent wrestling tournament, other wrestlers greeted them warmly with, “You guys must be from Sunnyhill!” “They were proud to be welcomed as equals by fellow athletes who had full use of their arms and legs,” James recalls. “Few opportunities are more precious than being able to touch a life and change it for the better. But at Sunnyhill, we do it every day.” The fifth annual Jim Hart Celebrity Golf Classic Tournament, benefiting Sunnyhill, takes place May 21 at Country Club at The Legends in Eureka. Sponsorships at various levels are still available. Pictured on the cover: Sunnyhill president Vicky James, client David King, honorary chairman George Gladis, football Hall of Famer Roger Wehrli, Sunnyhill board chair Derrick Good and Karl Mudra of Delta Dental. For more information about the tournament, call Luke Mraz at 314.845.3900; to learn more about Sunnyhill, call Vicky James at 636.274.9044 or visit sunnyhillinc.org. Cover design byjon fogel | Cover photo by bill barrett

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nonprofit news JDRF

Special Education Foundation

The recent launch party for the Garden of Hope Dream Gala was held at gala chair Susan S. Blockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Central West End penthouse for 50 VIP guests. 314.729.1846 | 50 Crestwood Executive Center, Ste. 401 jdrfstl.org

Care and Counseling

314.878.4340 | 12141 Ladue Road careandcounseling.org

St. Louis Symphony

Dan and Thanda Meehan, Marie Davis, Dana and Arash Amini

In the past year, 234,7133 families and individuals have been served through 143 chapters within St. Louis County, the City of St. Louis, St. Charles, Franklin, Jefferson and nine other counties.

314.845.3900 | 11140 S. Towne Square, Ste. 101 sunnyhillinc.org

A Reminiscent Return Chu Chen-nan, Taiwanese master calligrapher and painter, will display 70 pieces of his art, which combines Eastern and Western traditions, in his sole U.S. exhibition at Fontbonne University. 314.862.6017 | Medaille Hall | 6800 Wydown Blvd.

St. Louis Alumnae Panhellenic Association The Scholarship Fundraiser Boutique Shopping is 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 26, at Meadowbrook Country Club. Appetizers and desserts will be served; tickets are available online.

Friend of Kids with Cancer

314.727.8724 | 10 Southmoor Drive stlpanhellenic.org

The 12th annual Walk With a Friend at Maryville Centre is April 28, and the 14th Annual Golf Tournament at Whitmoor Country Club is May 21. Registration is available online.

Practical Kabbalah classes, led by Yehuda Guez, are offered at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays.

314.275.7440 | 530 Maryville Centre, Ste. LL5 friendsofkids.com

PHOTO BY DAVE MYERS

Society of St. Vincent de Paul of St. Louis

314.881.6035 | 100 N. Jefferson Ave. svdpstlouis.org

The Volunteer Association hosts the annual Pick-A-Party April 22 at Plaza Frontenac, where advance tickets are available for this seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parties of Note before being released to the general public. 314.534.1700 | 718 N. Grand Blvd. stlsymphony.org/pon

Mini-grants were awarded by the foundation to 50 teachers for innovative classroom projects on topics like building social skills and enhancing academic performance. 314.567.8100 | 10176 Corporate Square Drive, Ste. 100 sef-stl.org

Deaconess Parish Nurses, Committed Caring Faith Communities and Pathways to Promise have partnered to form the St. Louis Mental Health Training Collaborative, helping congregations understand and work with families dealing with mental health issues.

Sunnyhill

Programs for individuals with disabilities range from Adventure Camps beginning in June to On the Road Adventure Travel trips year-round. Call Marcia for more information: 636.274.9044

The Kabbalah Store 314.643.7272 | 8121 Maryland Ave. stlkabbalahcentre.org

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Camper Nicki with a counselor

aurie Tretter-Larkin, Marge Greenwald, Mandi Murdoch, Cathy Will, Mary Brake and Sheila Burkett

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[ positive powerhouse ] Senior Optimistic After Solid Season Opener Talk about a promising start. When Parkway South trounced area hotshots Westminster 9-5 in the season opener last month, senior Dan Holst knew the Patriots were on to something big. “We knew it was going to be a tough game right from the beginning,” he says. “Since it was our first game of the season, we knew we would have to come out with a lot of energy and play hard.” So far, so good. Parkway South sits at 7-3, and Holst says his team is prepared for its tough conference. “If we go out and play as hard as we can, it will develop into wins like last year, and we’ll be in a good spot come post-season,” he says. “Winning games is not the biggest priority for us; it’s getting better through practice and being there at the end of the season when it counts.” Last season Holst covered shortstop due to a shortage of infielders; this season he returns to his favorite position—center field, where he focuses on leading the younger outfielders. Holst has the experience to back up his instruction; he’s been playing baseball since he was barely as tall as a bat. “I’ve played since I was 3 and always loved it, especially when we finally got past T-ball,” he says, laughing. He calls baseball a failure-based sport; the moment a player adopts a negative attitude, the whole team is sunk. “You don’t even have to play dan holst well to get the win, but there’s no better feeling than when your team plays well,” he says. “There’s so much energy. We had a lot of it last year, and I hope we do again this year.” Holst, who will play for Texas A&M in the fall, says few professional athletes embody that positive leadership like the Cardinals’ Lance Berkman, his favorite player. “He crushes balls 450 feet and looks like he’s barely trying,” he says. “He’s a leader who the Cardinals need this year. He’s a good role model and never loses composure.”

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What got you into rowing?

I am not very coordinated. I was never good at one-on-one sports, making up moves on the spot. Rowing is much better for me in that regard, doing the same thing over and over again. I love being able to work with other people toward a common goal. It’s the perfect sport for me because it takes a lot of mental endurance and physical strength, too. Is it daunting to compete against East and West Coast teams?

We’ve been relatively small compared to those teams, and sometimes it’s difficult to push to that next level. This year we have a lot more power and motivation than we have had in the past. How important are individuals when everyone seems to do the same thing in rowing?

Everybody is doing the same stroke, but each seat has varying roles. A lot of it comes down to how people work with each other. You could have a lineup of four or eight, but then switch people around and it won’t work at all. It’s all to do with how they work with each other and who follows whom. You also play cello and are first chair in your school symphony.

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sports standouts

by catherine klene

peyton Chaney

[ reluctant racer ] Nerinx Senior Follows in Brother’s Fast Footsteps Peyton Chaney did not want to run. At 6 years old, she wanted to be anywhere but the track. “I hated it,” she says, laughing. “I thought I was a girly girl. I didn’t like to sweat, and I told my parents to take me out.” It wasn’t until her brother Paul won his high school state championship that his little sister thought maybe she should give the sport another chance. “I’ve always looked up to him,” Chaney says. “He has natural ability, and I’ve always admired his dedication. So I thought, Let me try it again.” Now a senior at Nerinx, Chaney is glad she did. She’s the current 200-meter dash state champ and has her eyes on the state record, 23.78 seconds. She missed the current record by just 00.75 last year, and she’s confident she can beat it this season. “To be a sprinter, you have to have confidence or swagger,” she says. “Not necessarily arrogance, but you have to trust yourself and know you can do what you’ve been working on for weeks.” Chaney also hopes to earn titles in the 100 and 400 dashes, and she’s been putting in extra time to work on her biggest weakness: her starts. “My reaction time is horrible,” she says. “When I hear the gun, I’m the last one off the blocks.” But she makes up for it in her finish. “It’s knowing my opponents are running right next to me. I have to get into high gear.” Chaney recently committed to Virginia University, and she thinks the leadership skills gained through track and her role as president of Nerinx’s student activities council will help build the university’s young track program. “I love to be in a coaching role,” she says. “I try to give 110 percent to each activity I do.”

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Thats the current undefeated record of the Webster Grove’s boys volleyball team.

Join Sterling Bank for a

business after hours event Thursday, April 19; 5:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8:00 p.m. After Hours events every third Thursday through October

A Sterling Bank community concert at our outdoor plaza in Clayton. Cash bar.

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A COSTUME BALL TO CELEBRATE OPERA THEATRE’S 2012 SEASON AND A NEW PRODUCTION OF CARMEN

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<< Erica Dismang, MSW, was named education and support specialist at Almost Home, a nonprofit providing education and support to teenage mothers.

<< Jacqueline Kraus has joined SSM Neurosciences Institute at St. Mary’s Health Center.

SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2012

<< Pat Holterman-Hommes was named president and CEO of Youth in Need, a nonprofit that provides services to families and children at risk of homelessness, child abuse and school failure.

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<< Andrew Selkirk, president of Selkirk Art Advisors, has been named Midwest Representative for Sotheby’s auction house.

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<< Scott Johnson is now vice president of finance at St. Luke’s Hospital.

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happenings by kari williams

Children now have the opportunity to play veterinarian, thanks to The Magic House’s latest exhibit. A pet clinic opened in Children’s Village, where kids can weigh, X-ray, scan and microchip toy pets. The Animal Protective Association of Missouri attended the clinic’s grand opening.

Price of Freedom Gala

The Joshua Chamberlain Society held its second annual Price of Freedom Gala at the Renaissance Grand Hotel. Lt. Col. T. Shane Tomko spoke at the military event. LT. COL. T. SHANE TOMKO

Promise Christian Academy

Child comedians entertained a sold-out crowd at two Tim Hawkins Comedy Show fundraising concerts. Combined, the concerts raised $68,000 to benefit Promise Christian Academy, a Chesterfield school for children with special needs.

Girl Scouts

Young and old scouts celebrated 100 years of Girl Scouts with crafts, sing-alongs and more at Chesterfield Villas. Linde Weidow, Marolyn Keshner

St. Luke’s Day of Dance

The Ritz-Carlton played host to more than 1,000 people dancing their way to a healthy life. The fourth annual event, St. Luke’s Hospital Day of Dance, was part of the national Spirit of Women event.

A COMMUNITY OF

WELL BEING Honoring memories of the past by celebrating them in the present…that’s how the dedicated staff at Parc Provence builds on Residents’ strengths and helps them stay connected to their life stories. Part of the award-winning Gatesworth Communities, Parc Provence is nationally recognized for providing expert dementia and Alzheimer’s care. We offer a truly different and better choice.

314-542-2500 605 Coeur de Ville Drive • Creve Coeur, MO 63141 www.parcprovence.com Parc Provence is committed to equal housing opportunity and does not discriminate in housing and services because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin. april 11, 2012

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You’re Invited to the

Junior League of St. Louis Kitchen Tour Party Friday, April 13, 2012 6:00 pm—9:00 pm

Hosted at RSI Kitchen & Bath

9700 Manchester Road Rock Hill, MO 63119 Couples Ticket: $50 Individual Ticket: $30 www.jlsl.org 314-822-2344 Proceeds benefit the Junior League of St. Louis’ training & community programs

* Food & Drinks * Wine Tasting * Live Music BOBBY FLAY

* Celebrity Chef Apron Raffle * Silent Auction

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Molly and Michael met while they were students at Samford University in Alabama and were married two weeks after graduation. The backyard ceremony at her parents’ Kirkwood home was the perfect combination of outdoors and personalization. As guests arrived, a bagpiper heralded the O’Briens’ Irish heritage. “I’m the first in my immediate family to get married, so maybe a tradition has been established!” Molly says. Michael is an artist who proposed to Molly by creating art installations that used words from their love letters to ask the big question. The boards were on display at the reception at the Jewel Box, along with other personal touches, such as homemade blueberry pies made by the groom’s sister, Caitrin. The newlyweds exited the reception to a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride about Forest Park. They took off for a sunny Hawaiian honeymoon (Michael’s wedding band is made from Hawaiian Koa wood). In a few months, the pair will move to Thailand where they will work with children and teach English.

[ bridal party ] THANK YOU TO OUR 2012 SPONSORS RSI KITCHEN & BATH

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Bride’s parents | Kevin & Amy O’Brien Maid of Honor | Anna Hartley Bridesmaids | Kelsey O’Brien, Courtney O’Brien, Grace Lamming, caitrin williams, caitlin inman, sarah williams junior Bridesmaid | Guinevere Lissner

Groom’s parents | Steve & Ginny Williams Best Man | Steven Williams Groomsmen | Patrick O’Brien, Daniel O’Brien, Brent Davidson, Derrick Thomas, Wally Inman, Geoff Johnson

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A Partnership Between Two Teams at the Top of Their Game

DaVita and the Washington University Renal Division are proud to work together to offer patients in St. Louis – as well as around the country – some of the most advanced options in nocturnal and in-center dialysis. Washington University has one of the oldest, largest and most respected dialysis practices in the United States. Over the years, the university’s physicians have pioneered many of ways dialysis is practiced throughout the world.

St. Louis West 400 N. Lindbergh Blvd St,. Louis, MO 63141 314.989.0886

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And every day, in all of its clinics, the DaVita name reflects the company’s purpose. Giving life. DaVita is a leading provider of kidney care in the U.S. From dialysis services to patient education, and helpful information, DaVita is there to give approximately 125,000 patients the tools to stay healthy.

Nocturnal hemodialysis is ideal for active people who want to pursue their regular daytime activities – being with friends and family, taking care of the kids, working standard hours – with minimal disruption to their lives. In addition to convenience, it can also help improve clinical results. Because patients dialyze over a longer period of time, the nocturnal treatment can remove more toxins and fluids than traditional dialysis. Even better, patients report more energy, reduced dependence on medications, less nausea and better control of their blood pressure. Two highly reputable organizations – one amazing partnership dedicated to providing comprehensive, innovative approaches to diagnosing and treating renal disease.

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What | Wyman Orange Carpet Gala: A Night at the Oscars Where | Four Seasons Hotel When | March 3 Why | To celebrate and raise funds for Wyman and its effort to

What | Wish Upon a Star 2012 Where | SqWires Restaurant and Annex When | March 4 Why | To provide academic, social and behavioral support to children

help disadvantaged teens beat the odds and become productive, successful citizens Who | Event chair Amy Gill and her husband Amrit, immediate past chairman of the board Dave Morley and board member Kim Casale Highlights | Wyman teen Drew Mizell shared his incredible singing talent, and guests danced to the sounds of Griffin and the Gargoyles.

struggling with academic achievement, and to support a safe place for them to shine Who | Event chair Joan Taylor, board member Ellen Langston, executive director Lynda Wolpert, honoree Bill Solomon and a host of supporters Highlights | Presentation of the Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Place Galaxy Award to Bill Solomon, auctions and rousing entertainment by Kim Massie

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[SNAPPED!] community school by charles barnes

What | Community School’s Cornucopia—Kaleidoscope Where | Palladium When | March 3 Why | Cornucopia is Community School’s biennial major fundraising event, with proceeds to supporting the school’s ongoing operations and assisting to defray tuition increases. Who | Event chair Leah Stroup and head of school Dr. Matthew Gould Highlights | Cocktails, dining and auctions at the Palladium

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What | Snow Ball â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A White-Hot Affair Where | Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch Why | To benefit Mental Health Alliance in the care and treatment of persons living with mental illness Who | Co-chairs Norma Stern and Lee Kling, emcee Larry and Janet Conners, president Mark Utterback, board chair Ron Moitzfield, and hundreds of guests and supporters Highlights | Presentation of the Silver Key Awards to Kathy Carter and Dr. Joseph Parks and the Silver Bell Award to Dr. James R. Kimmey

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Immerse When customers walk into

Immerse by Atlas, they’re not totally sure if they’ve entered a plumbing fixture showroom or a chic art gallery. And that’s just how Leigh Suffian and her team planned it. “Plumbing has become an extension of fashion,” she says. “Kitchens and baths are no longer strictly utilitarian rooms hidden behind closed doors, so why should showrooms “Plumbing is an extension of be boring? Immerse is a new way to fashion,” Leigh Suffian says. experience the latest ideas and products, photo by thomas Warwick and St. Louis is ready for it.” Immerse’s parent company, Atlas Supply, was founded in 1937 by Fred and Ben Suffian, Leigh’s grandfather and great-uncle. She came of age as a salesperson for the family business, working in a warehouse district alongside her father, uncle, brother and cousin. “But I always wanted a place where customers could shop for quality fixtures in an inspiring environment,” she says. Many of Atlas’ customers, some of the best architects, designers, builders and plumbers in town, wanted the same thing. When Immerse opened last fall in Hanley Industrial Court, people took notice. The 4,400-square-foot studio, with its white walls, serene lighting and gleaming

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chrome accents, offers attentive, informed staff in lieu of signs or price tags. Where other showrooms have rows of faucets attached to wall-mounted blocks, Immerse clients can choose fixtures from artfully arranged alcoves and try them out on working sinks, tubs and showers. “They can see exactly how products will look and work in their homes,” Suffian says. Suffian, manager Anne Kelleher and local architect Alan Nehring designed the studio without the usual corporate restrictions. “National vendors usually control the design process and dictate where and how products are displayed,” she explains. “They’re trying to sell matching pieces from a single line, but Immerse encourages exploration and individuality. We don’t want clients to be influenced or limited by brand names; we want them to be inspired by style.” The showroom features the best in traditional and modern design, including products by American-Standard, Porcher, Toto, Lacava and Bain Ultra. The ambience is upscale: If you’re searching for a $6,000 toilet, you’ll find it here. “But good design has no price point, so we offer beautiful things in all price ranges,” Suffian says. Customer service is a priority, she adds. “Our staff are experienced in every aspect of design, installation and sales.” Immerse is a trade showroom and sells only to design professionals. “But we encourage everyone to come in, have an espresso and gather ideas to share with their designer or contractor,” Suffian says. “If you’re contemplating a major remodel or just looking for fresh ways to update your home for spring, we have everything it takes to spark your creativity.”

Immerse by Atlas is located at 836 Hanley Industrial Court in Brentwood. For more information, call 314.375.1500 or visit immersestl.com. Cover design by jon fogel | Cover photo by Thomas Warwick

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hen Laurie Haffenreffer and her husband John, president of Stifel Bank & Trust, decided to build a new home in Clayton Gardens, they took to heart the adage of choosing your builder carefully. Working closely with their builder and architect, they created a beautiful family home that has become an instant classic. We spoke with Laurie and developer Mike Rechan to learn what went into creating the perfect home for her family.

T&S | How long have you been in your new home? LH | Since October 2011. We broke ground in the fall of 2010. We got the process going with Michael Rechan of Michael Lauren Development and architect Paul Doerner of The Lawrence Group. To Mike’s credit, we were in our house right on time! T&S | Mike, what is it like creating a custom home? MR | It’s exciting because each project is unique. We come in with the goal of understanding our clients’ desires and evolving their vision into something special. John and Laurie’s home is a case in point. While they wanted an elegant home that primarily suits their own day-to-day needs, they also needed the ability to accommodate grown kids and grandkids for visits and holidays. The way we got to ‘a perfect home’ was by encouraging them to list their requirements in detail. We blended a super-efficient, functional, empty nester home with a warm family home.

T&S | It must feel worthwhile to complete a home your clients love. MR | At the end of the day, it’s extremely rewarding to deliver on our client’s vision, from concept to completed, custom-built home. You gain a sense of satisfaction and also happy clients! In fact, the owners showed their appreciation by hosting a really nice cocktail party for Michael Lauren Development and all the key tradesmen just weeks after they moved in. T&S | Laurie, what were your specific requirements for the home? LH | We wanted our three children to be able to come home and still have their own bedrooms.

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we blendED a super-efficient, functional empty nester home WITH A warm family home. TOP LEFT: The exterior color was achieved after many tries, examining the house in all lights, the front elevation reflects the client’s preference for symmetry. TOP RIGHT: BALANCE and gilt mirrors create high drama in the master bath.

T&S | What were some other considerations? LH | We decided to give up our formal living room and dining room because we weren’t using them. We divided the square footage according to what we actually needed. So we have a large kitchen and other areas are smaller. That’s one thing we really liked about working with Mike; he has the philosophy of creating very usable space and helping us achieve that. T&S | Why Clayton after years of living in Frontenac? LH | I grew up on the U. City/Clayton border and have also lived in the Central West End. I love being able to walk places and not have to drive. T&S | Did you go through the townhouse/ condo debate? LH | We knew we wanted a house. We still wanted a yard; it was important for us to be able to entertain outside and barbecue! Plus, I love that I can rake the yard in one day. ABOVE: The most-used space in the house is designed with efficiency in mind. Details like tucking the wine cooler into the island maximizes a space that often goes unused. LEFT: “We wanted to keep the area open and airy but divide the spaces as well. The use of architectural columns did that by defining the rooms,” LAURIE EXPLAINS.

T&S | What do you do when you aren’t busy with your grandchildren and your house? LH | In the past I’ve worked a lot with Northside Community School in the city, a charter school that goes up to fifth grade. Now, I work with Central Institute for the Deaf. T&S | Have you enjoyed decorating this house? LH | It’s been my job for the past 18 months! I loved the entire process. I have no intention of moving again, but I’d love to build another house. RIGHT: The first floor master bedroom is decorated in soft blue and has a sitting area and adjoining master bath. middle-left: “I live in this space—talk about multi-use! This is my office, butler’s pantry, storage area and washer and dryer space (hidden behind louvered doors). middle-right: another view of the family room

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by dr. tim jordan Yay! It’s time for spring cleaning! If you ever hear that from one of your kids, let me know so that I can give you a big fat reward. Cleaning will never hold the same place in our children’s hearts as it does for us adults. But that doesn’t mean we should throw in the dish towel and give up on kids doing chores. Au contraire, it’s extremely valuable for them to pitch in and help with household duties. Perhaps most important, your home is their first experience in living in a community. And living in a community involves give and take, shared responsibilities and a need to help each other out. Chores also teach kids important life skills. When you leave the nest, it’s good to know how to clean your bathroom, wash your own clothes and mow the lawn. Most 18-year-olds do their first load of laundry in their college dorm—that is, unless they live close enough to drive home and have Mommy do it. Beyond skills, they gain some confidence in knowing how to take care of themselves. Parents always argue with me about their kids not having enough time to do chores. “When they go to school all day, have hours of after-school activities and then many hours of homework every day, there’s just no time left for chores.” I say, baloney! That’s just a sign that A) your child is overscheduled, and/or B) they have not yet learned how to keep their life in balance. If they want to play on a couple of teams this spring, they need to prove to their parents they can keep all those balls they are juggling up in the air. And one of them is helping out at home. Should you pay kids to do chores? Absolutely not! Requiring kids to do chores teaches service, community, teamwork, learning skills, gratitude and appreciation. Receiving money for doing chores will deflect attention away from these important lessons. It converts a moral and mutual obligation into just one more commercial transaction. I do think kids should have a voice and choice concerning their chores. Have family meetings to let kids negotiate how and when they will contribute. Kids with a sense of self-determination and control are more motivated and cooperative. And whatever you all decide, follow through and hold them accountable to their agreements without nagging, yelling, threatening or bribing. The truth is that all kids like to be helpful and feel valuable. I find this to be especially true of the most intense and strong-minded kids I meet. They love contributing and making a difference. They feel powerful and valuable. So don’t rob your children of these feelings and skill sets. No excuses parents—just get to work! Tim Jordan, m.d., is a behavioral pediatrician who counsels kids in grade school through high school. for more information, go to weloki.com

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Are you always 10 minutes late to work? Do you lose your car keys every time you put them down? How many times have you bought something at the grocery store you already had at home? A disorganized closet, pantry, office or car can wreak havoc on your schedule—and your sanity. Just in time for spring cleaning, make 2012 the year you get organized. The first step toward cleaning up is downsize, downsize, downsize—or so says James St. John of Redo St. Louis. “When I approach a new client, I’m careful to probe gently about what’s at the root of the mess: They may have hoarding tendencies or long-standing guilt that prevents them from getting rid of unwanted items,” he says. “It can be a very emotional decision to part with items you’ve kept for a long time.” Neil Balter, who founded California Closets and now helms the national franchise Organizers Direct, advises setting guidelines to get and stay organized. “I have tricks I use myself, such as keeping a box on the floor in my closet for discarded clothes,” he says. “Once a month, I check what’s in the box, and if it’s time to let that item go. Then I try to give it to Goodwill or some other charity, so it’s not wasteful.” One killer of organized space is sentimental items, like wedding gowns, prom dresses or an ex-boyfriend’s sweatshirt. “You don’t need to throw these things away,” Balter says. “But they shouldn’t be in your primary closet, either. Box them up and put them in storage—safe, dry and out of the way.” When considering your office or kitchen, aesthetics is just as important as function. “The office needs to be a utilitarian space,” St. John says. “But at the same time, if the decor is distracting, your brain will be just as cluttered, even if your files are neatly organized. Keep only necessary items out and ready; if you have six pens on your desk, put four in a drawer for later. Repeat that until your desk is clear.” Another bonus of a clear desk is that what you leave out (or out of place) sticks out like a sore thumb, which acts as a trigger for more tidying up. “It’s important to organize in a way that works for you,” says St. John. “Every system is different, like a thumbprint.” If you’ve been using the same office layout and system for years, but you’ve never been able to maintain organization, chances are it’s the system, not you. “A system that works for you will be effortless,” he says. “Move the furniture around or change your storage methods. See what happens. You can always move it back.” A fundamental barrier to organization, Balter says, is that people don’t set up workable systems. “You have to find a place for everything before everything can be in its place,” he says. “We might design a left-handed office differently than a right-handed one, for example. It just all comes down to understanding the use.” Check in with us each month for tips on the 10 most common resolutions. Next month: Be a Better Parent! Do you have a parenting success story to share? Call 314.657.2100 or email tellus@townandstyle.com

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[COCAcabana 2012: white hot] COCA’s WHITE HOT party is April 27. It’s a cool, hip event where the crowd really gets into the theme. Creativity is the norm, and you’ll see a variety of looks from casual to formal. And with three big stars present, the night will be Hollywood-hot. So, take your cue from that. If you prefer a dress, select one with interesting detail like a one-shoulder or cut-out geometric shape— knee-length hem preferred. For pant-lovers, try white pants and an off-the-shoulder peasant or tunic top, accented with chandelier earrings, cuff bracelet, a white clutch and white platform wedge sandals or espadrilles.

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A: Choose an A-line or high-waisted dress that draws attention to the smaller part of your body

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(and above the wider area of your stomach). Another alternative is to wear a tunic with embroidery or embellishments around the neck. The eye will be drawn to the face/neck area while the tunic silhouette will cover up the tummy area. A must-have staple item in your wardrobe needs to be shapewear, like Spanx, Wacoal or TC, to name a few. Actresses often layer these, wearing two or even three shapers at a time!

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Get to know ] Jacque Albus of St. Charles

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WHAT I DO Former tax attorney and FBI agent; now owner of TONE Athletic Performance & Professional Fitness, a private training studio in Brentwood. I specialize in corrective exercise, high performance athletic training, personal and group training, and holistic nutrition coaching. I’m also an ambassador for Lululemon. WHY I’M GOOD AT IT I truly care about my clients. I’m passionate about the science behind training and nutrition, so I get great results. SATISFACTION Nothing makes me happier than seeing clients make progress, whether it’s losing pounds and inches or getting out of pain after a disc bulge. ORIGINS I’m a hometown girl. My dad owns a sports marketing consulting business, my mom is executive director of Variety the Children’s Charity St. Louis, and my brother is an ER doctor in Jacksonville, Fla. CHILDHOOD DREAM I studied classical ballet and other forms of dance from ages 3 to 19. My dream was to move to New York and dance on Broadway. FIRST JOB I did a lot of modeling, radio and TV work as a kid, and waitressed at Two Nice Guys in Kirkwood all through high school, college and law school. SCHOOL DAYS Attended St. Joseph’s Academy, where I was a straight-A student and played varsity tennis. Now I train St. Joe’s field hockey and lacrosse teams! CAREER PATH I decided to be a tax attorney when I was at Saint Louis University, so I got my CPA certificate and went right to law school. I didn’t give it much thought. I was a top-billing associate when 9/11 happened. Compelled to do something that mattered, I joined the FBI, and was the second female in the history of the academy to win the Director’s Leadership Award. But after three years, I found myself wanting more. I started practicing law again, but no longer liked sitting at a desk all day. So I went into the health and fitness field, where I could stay active and truly help people. FAVORITE MOVIE The Departed FAVORITE FITNESS BOOK Wheat Belly, by Dr. William Davis FAVORITE RESTAURANTS Scape, Fleming’s, Annie Gunn’s VACATION ESCAPE Maui, where the weather’s gorgeous, the food is fresh, and there’s plenty to do outdoors. TALENT I WISH I HAD I’d like to be more spontaneous, less Type A. MOTTO Eat clean, train smart and listen to your body. CAREER ADVICE If your current career doesn’t inspire and challenge you, consider other options. Life is too short to do something that doesn’t make you happy. GOALS To train college athletic teams, write a health and fitness column and continue my education.

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Skeletal [ Stability by mary jo blackwood, RN, MPH

Ah, dem bones, dem bones, dem dry bones, as the song says. Our ability to function injury-free requires watching out for the entire skeleton

and being mindful of how each bone works together, because sometimes pain in one joint comes from somewhere else.

[ foot & ankle stability ] Tricky things, feet. If genetics don’t do us in, poor shoes, body mechanics and overuse might. Opinions vary on the best solutions. Dr. Lindsay Barth, Podiatrist, Next Step Foot & Ankle Centers and Des Peres Hospital The biggest stability problems are seen in hyper-pronators, people whose toes point out and ankles roll inward when they walk. This leads to plantar fasciitis and can cause problems in the knees, hips and lower back. Once the foot is stabilized, other problems resolve. People with very flat feet tend to excessively pronate. Those with high arches are more likely to have more ankle sprains. Conservative treatment is best. If the problem is acute and severe, braces or plantar fascial wraps can help temporarily, as can treatment of inflammation with ice and anti-inflammatory medication. Customized orthotics can support the inner arch and cup the heel to stabilize the foot, but they need to be fine-tuned to each individual. Over-the-counter arch supports aren’t right for everyone. Dr. Michael Horwitz, Feet for Life Podiatry Centers Orthotics are fine for short-term, acute conditions. But the more you wear padded shoes and orthotics, the weaker the feet become, because they aren’t allowed to do what feet do. Orthotics should only be used consistently by people with totally flat feet. We can train our feet to avoid injury at any age. Going barefoot or wearing minimalist shoes allows feet to flex, turn in all directions and become intrinsically stronger. If you rely on orthotics, the foot isn’t allowed to pronate, and the Achilles tendon never gets fully stretched, so it gets injured. Minimalist shoes hold the heel looser, allowing it to move around. Start wearing them about 16 hours a day. The benefits of going barefoot or wearing minimalist shoes include intrinsic muscle strength, feeling, blood flow and full Achilles tendon range of motion to actively prevent plantar fasciitis.

Dr. robert boyle has been voted a “top Doc in St. louis” by other St. louis dentists, was featured in Newsweek magazine as a “leader in Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry” (Dec., 2011) and was voted the “best Dentist in West County” by his patients. Dr. boyle and his staff cater to patients who expect the highest quality care delivered with a more personalized level of attention. For you, this means more time with Dr. boyle to discuss your issues, concerns, and goals. For you, this means that Dr. boyle provides the most comfortable dental care tailored to your specific needs. the results look great, feel great and last a long time. Dr. boyle is not a high volume dentist. He believes his responsibility is to his patients and their health. Many years ago, there was a patient who came to Dr. boyle only for his check-ups and cleanings and, if any treatment was needed, the patient would go to a “cheaper” dentist to save money. twelve years ago, the same patient began having Dr. boyle do all his dental work. recently, Dr. boyle asked why the patient no longer went to the “cheaper” dentist? our patient said; “When you do the work, Dr. boyle, it never hurts, my teeth look great and your dental work lasts a whole lot longer than the work done by the other dentist”. our patient said he realized; “Ultimately, it is less expensive to do it right. you get what you pay for.” If this sounds like the approach to dental care you are looking for, Dr. boyle and his caring, professional staff at Clarkson Dental Group would love to be of service.

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The best posture in the world won’t keep us out of danger if our bones aren’t sound. “Maximizing bone density and strength is a life-long job, and preventing bone loss requires several approaches,” says Ob-Gyn and hormone specialist Dr. Poppy Daniels. Hormones play a big role, she explains. “Most bone loss occurs after menopause, but younger women with low levels of body fat and irregular periods, common in athletes, can develop osteoporosis at a young age.” Vitamin D is needed for calcium absorption. “Reference labs tend to use suboptimal levels as their normals, but an optimal D-level ranges from about 60 to 80 ng/ml,” Daniels says. “Deficiency has become epidemic; I am finding young women with singledigit D-levels, a concern not only for bone density but risk for heart disease and breast cancer.” Vitamin D-deficient pregnant women are giving birth to babies with low D-levels, she adds. “For the first time, we are seeing an increase in rickets in young children.” Bone density can also be affected by deficiencies in trace minerals and a lack of weight-bearing exercise. “Women need to emphasize weight training,” Daniels says. “It builds bones and protects joints against debilitating fractures.”

Chiropractor Charles Quigless, Alternative Care Center and Esquire Sports Medicine Spinal alignment determines the body’s ability to move, turn, bend, stand erect and protect the nerves that run our organs. The spine is a circuit breaker that can be tripped when it’s out of alignment, causing pain and even problems with organs, like the stomach and lungs. In many cases of persistent headache, the first or second cervical vertebrae are out of alignment. We can restore proper nerve flow and relieve pain caused by impingement by correcting misalignment in vertebrae. A quarterly spinal alignment check-up can keep everything in good working order. Finding problems early and fixing them can head off more serious consequences. Prevention is economical and much better than trying to fix something chronic. Chiropractor Rob Elder, Metro Chiropractic Ninety percent of the brain’s energy targets maintaining posture, which in turn affects functions of the body like thinking, breathing and digestion. When the body is in proper alignment, it can focus on other things and is 18 times stronger biomechanically. Poor posture can lead to osteoarthritis and set off charges that accumulate in bone from applied mechanical stress and leach calcium from the body. The most common misalignments are forward head, right head shift and left thoracic shift. Every inch the head shifts forward puts 30 pounds of pressure on the spinal cord. We analyze spinal position from all angles because 3-D assessment of spinal alignment leads to a more accurate care plan. After I adjust the vertebrae, I teach patients exercises to stretch tight ligaments and strengthen weak ones. But for lasting effects, the patient must be willing to diligently retrain the muscles to support the vertebrae in proper alignment and follow good nutrition for cellular health.

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[ shoes | choose wisely ] Flip-flops offer no support for navigating tricky surfaces. High heels? Get real. “The flimsier or narrower the shoe’s base of support and the higher the heel, the less stable the ankles,” says podiatrist Dr. John Holtzman of Missouri Foot and Ankle. Unstable ankles from lack of shoe support or improper walking and running style can cause foot pain or lead to pain higher up in the knee or hip, he adds. To prevent or correct problems, Holtzman suggests shopping at a store like Laurie’s Shoes, where knowledgeable salespeople can examine your gait and suggest shoes to stabilize abnormalities. “In general, stiffer material and a firmer arch are better for mid- and rear-foot stability,” he says. “The Brooks ‘Pure’ line suits many people: It’s a light, comfortable minimalist shoe with a wide support base.”

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[Trend report Prom Pretty by lauren madras | photo by charles barnes

Prom is not the time to look like a sexy adult woman—that just screams ‘trying too hard.’ Instead, enjoy this time of sweaty palms, nervous butterflies, puckered lips in group photos and feeling like a supermodel in fancy gown and limo. For makeup, that means having fun with it and enjoying being a minor this one last time.

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by lauren madras | photos by bill barrett Martha Uhlhorn left a 20-year corporate career in favor of a smaller business that appealed to her foodie side. “I was with Earth Grains, which was eventually owned by Sara Lee, and that wasn’t a good fit for me,” she says. “I left, and decided to look for a small company to buy. I told my consultant: no funeral homes or coal mines.” The sunny, pleasant atmosphere at Barbara Schwartz’s Gourmet to Go was the polar opposite—and right up her alley. “I’d probably had 2,500 lunches from Gourmet to Go over the years at corporate events,” Uhlhorn says. After making an offer before Schwartz was ready to sell, they stayed in touch. It was only a few years before the founder decided to retire, and Uhlhorn stepped in to take the reins. She’ll celebrate her fifth anniversary owning the business in May. She brought her longtime friend and fellow foodie Sandy Sims into the business from Chicago, where Sims was working in advertising at the time. Sims and Uhlhorn actually became friends nearly 20 years ago through food. “We met in line at our favorite restaurant, Annie Gunn’s,” Sims says. “The hostess thought we’d hit it off, and we did!”

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Dennis was a Plaza Motors team member for over 28 years and he’s the newest addition to the Plaza Land Rover family! Dennis was born and raised in St. Louis, attended CBC High School and graduated from the University of Missouri. He began his automotive career with Jaguar directly out of college and always knew he wanted to continue working with highline luxury vehicles.

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Uhlhorn confesses to a little ‘begging,’ to get Sims on the team, but Sims is now manager of operations across the three locations. Her advertising background comes in handy when working on one of the most important aspects of product development. “You eat with your eyes first,” Sims says. “The look of our food as it comes in the door has to have that wow factor. That’s a big part of the legacy we took on, and we’re careful to maintain it.” Both women have been known to end the day with some takeout for themselves, favorites like the chicken picatta, egg frittata, vichyssoise and vegetable lasagna. What really puts a spark in their voices is the development of new dishes, pairing ingredients in ways that a home cook may not consider. “I love to give someone a new salad, for example, and they don’t know why they like it, but they do,” Uhlhorn says. “And then I can reveal the secret—it’s fennel!”

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[ onCoastal the table ] Bistro & Bar | 14 central ave. | 314.932.7377 |

[ amuse bouche ] THE scene |

Casual and lively bistro

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Brian Hale

THE PRICES |

Appetizers, $5 to $14; entrees, $14 to $28

THE FAVORITES |

Chicken and Dumplings, Lemon Meringue Mousse, Pan-Fried Cod with Cabbage, Crabmeat-Spinach Dip

by jonathan carli

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This cute little spot on Central Avenue in downtown Clayton reinvented itself recently. Still owned by the Schmitz family, proprietors of Bocci Bar, Mosaic and BarCelona down the street, it suddenly got a new name and identity several months back, after opening as Mosaic Market Bistro in September 2011. Now the emphasis is on seafood, including a raw bar. The food is still market fresh and made-to-order. Because of its size, the restaurant has a pleasing, intimate quality. There’s a long bar where people congregate and a banquette with closely spaced tables, bistro-style. The decor is shabby chic, with patterned window fabric, ivory vinyl seating, wood farmhouse-type tables and chairs, and funky glass chandeliers. We started with Chopped Salad ($8), a generous bowl of bibb lettuce leaves with kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, bacon, peppers, blue cheese

and interesting ‘baked’ black-eyed peas. It was a good mix, especially the peas, which were pleasingly crunchy. The dressing was a good, house-made buttermilk variety. I’m not sure why the salad was called ‘chopped,’ though, as it was hand-shredded leaves. Noteworthy was the Crabmeat-Spinach Dip ($9), loaded with chunks of crab and dotted with fresh (not frozen) baby spinach leaves. Nothing like the spinach dip so common at home parties, this one was lightly creamy, with no detectable mayo, and it came with dry crostini. Chicken and Dumplings ($17) was delicious, a feel-good dish that evoked images of farmhouse meals near a roaring fireplace. Served in a large bowl, the mix of white-meat chicken, carrots and celery came topped with dropped biscuits, so that every forkful offered bits of biscuit to dip down into the gravy. That gravy was broth-y and very tasty.

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A special of the day, Pan-Fried Cod ($14) was deliciously fresh and light. It was breaded, pan-browned and served atop braised cabbage and aioli. Its accompanying side of sweet potato chips was divinely crisp, oily and salty. Pork Tenderloin ($17) was also quite good, a dish of three nicely seared medallions, well salted and peppered, served atop whipped butternut squash. The meat was juicy, and the squash and baby spinach were quite buttery. All together, they made a wonderfully hearty winter meal. For dessert, we sampled Apple Beignets and Lemon Meringue Mousse. I found the beignets kind of heavy and overly crusty, but the lemon cup was excellent. Tangy and sweet, it was that perfect combination of creamy pudding and marshmallow-y soft meringue on top. Positively addictive!

[ food • ŏ • lō • gy ] Black-eyed Peas | Thought to originate in Asia, these were originally used as animal fodder, hence their other name: cowpeas. Grits | Coarsely ground grain (usually corn) boiled with water or milk and served as cereal Meringue | Egg whites beaten with sugar to form either soft (pie toppings, baked Alaska) or hard meringue (cookies, shells)

[ aftertaste ] >> I like that this is a neighborhood spot where I often run into my friends. And I like the casual decor and the communal table.

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>>We loved the ambience, and the strawberry bibb salad was yummy. We found the menu a little small, though; we prefer places with lots of choices. — mindy G. of Ballwin

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A reminiscent return: Master of calligraphy and painting

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[ tavolo v in the loop ]

Just weeks after Nico opened in the old Brandt’s space, another highly anticipated restaurant, Tavolo V, is now open in The Loop. The Italian eatery, located at 6118 Delmar Blvd., near Rosedale Avenue, is the newest project by restaurateur Michael Del Pietro. The menu is vegetable-centric (not quite vegetarian), and touts hot and cold antipasti, Neapolitan pizzas, pastas and entrees. The restaurant also offers a wide variety of wine by the glass and half-bottle.

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Zoe Robinson’s new bar-cafe at 7637 Wydown Blvd., will be called Bar Les Frères; watch for an early to mid-summer opening. Trattoria Marcella owners Jamie and Steve Komorek have announced their new Ballwin restaurant will be named Marcella’s Mia Sorella (Italian for ‘my sister’), with a late spring opening.

[ taste of clayton returns ]

The 18th annual Taste of Clayton will be from 1 to 8:30 p.m. June 3, along Brentwood Boulevard between Forsyth Boulevard and Maryland Avenue. Guests at the food festival can enjoy eats from 15 participating Clayton restaurants. Admission is free, with samples priced at $7 or less. There will also be live entertainment and activities for children and a food drive for Operation Food Search.

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Elizabeth Schuester, formerly executive sous chef at The Chase Park Plaza, is the new executive chef at The Scottish Arms. She replaces chef Carl Hazel, who departed to helm the kitchen at Eleven Eleven Mississippi.

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Hamburger haven Blueberry Hill is seeing its first major menu redesign in 23 years, featuring the addition of a Wagyu burger, Wagyu sliders, chicken sliders and a turkey burger. Also on the new menu is a trio of summer favorites: gazpacho, Greek pasta salad and the Speedwalker —a cup of gazpacho served with a turkey sandwich and fresh fruit.

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Kid With A Bike >> This film was highly acclaimed at Sundance,

t&s saw it!

a reminiscent return: chu chen-nan art exhibition

the Golden Globes, the European Film Festival and elsewhere, but I didn’t enjoy it. The movie didn’t engage me in the characters, and the events seemed random and even illogical. Part of the issue, no doubt, was having to read subtitles—it just makes it harder to connect with the characters on screen. It’s a story about a young boy abandoned by his father and embraced by a local woman, a total stranger. Issues of trust and love clearly run through the movie, but they unfold somewhat randomly. Should You See It? Only if you truly enjoy foreign films and want to decipher what all the film festival hype was about. —D.W.

5 p.m., opening reception Fontbonne University | Free RSVP at 314.540.2432 >> See work from a master of calligraphy and painting.

now– 7/1 currents 106: chelsea knight 10 a.m. | Saint Louis Art Museum | Free | slam.org

now – 10/27 in the still epiphany

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4/13 – 4/14 arts in transit,

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Mirror, Mirror >> This retelling of Snow White is one of

jr. >> 4/13 Muny 4U, interactive theatrical performance

7 p.m. | Touhill Performing Arts Center | $5 | touhill.org An interactive show for middle schoolers that ends in an impromptu flash-mob style production.

those films where awards are given to the behind-the-scenes artists—every moment, each scene, is so beautiful. I felt myself wishing the movie would just slow down and stop trying to distract me with the plot. Armie Hammer, as the handsome prince, is the real scene stealer, with much better comedic timing than his beautiful face might suggest. These days it seems every film is trying to send a message or engage politically, so it’s refreshing to see art—and entertainment—for its own sake. Should You See It? If you love beautiful films, fairy tales or over-the-top costume design, yes, yes, yes! I might even see it again. (It’s not for the misanthrope or the skeptic.)—L.M. Viewed at The Chase Park Plaza Cinemas

7 p.m. & 9 p.m. | Lumiere Casino & Hotels $17.50 & $27.50 | lumiereplace.com

4/15 dog prairie bicycle ride

8:30 a.m. | Holt High School, Wentzville | $3 to $13 trailnet.org

4/18 restoring chicago’s masterworks of root, wright, sullivan and mies, lecture

6:30 p.m. | Missouri History Museum | Free | mohist.org

10th annual augusta plein air art event

1 p.m.| Chandler Hill Vineyards| Registration required| augusta-chamber.org >>Enjoy wine-tasting and art exhibits at various wineries.

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[ theater ]

4/14 kevin pollak, comedian

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4/12 Parent and Me: Museum Discovery 10 a.m. | Missouri History Museum | $7 per class | mohist.org

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8 p.m. | Chaifetz Arena | $31 | thechaifetzarena.com

4/12 abigail washburn

8 p.m. | Sheldon Concert Hall | $15 | thesheldon.org

14-15 13-14 4/18 jason reeves

8 p.m. | Old Rock House | $10 to $12 | oldrockhouse.com

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2 p.m. & 8 p.m.| Dance St. Louis $30 to $50 | dancestlouis.org >>Witness performances inspired by European and American choreography when Aspen Santa Fe Ballet premieres its Square None dance number.

4/13 gods on the ceiling

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Dielmann Sotheby’s International Real Estate] by lauren madras

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“There’s a certain cachet to having the Sotheby’s name on the sign in front of your home,” says Andy Dielmann, president of Dielmann Sotheby’s International Real Estate. In 2005, when Sotheby’s approached Dielmann to form a partnership, the weight of the brand intrigued him. “I had been contacted by national conglomerates before, but when I considered the Sotheby’s offer, I thought Where do I sign?” he says. Dielmann began his career at age 21, when he “didn’t know what he was doing.” Now, he’s much more seasoned and leads a team of 100 agents. “It’s an exciting field that keeps changing,” Dielmann says. One thing that hasn’t changed for him or his firm is attention to detail and service. “Whether we list a property that’s $100,000 or $1 million they get the same hands-on service and assistance from us. You’re not just a file number.” One essential service the agents offer is an assessment of new listings’ market readiness. “I will go with an agent to a home and walk through making suggestions,” he says. “Sometimes there are major projects, but you wouldn’t believe the difference fresh paint and a thorough cleaning can make. We will write up a list of short-term goals, and then revisit a month later. Sometimes I can’t believe the transformation!”

Whatever changes are needed inside the home, a major focus is curb appeal. Most homes on the market need a little face-lift in addition to that prestigious Sotheby’s sign. “We suggest adding flowers, fresh mulch and a good scrub of the facade,” he says. “But the lynchpin is the front door. When an agent pauses to knock or open the keybox, the potential buyer stands there and waits, surveying the whole time. With a bad first impression, your whole property can be discounted.” The alignment with Sotheby’s International Realty offers clients some unique amenities. “It used to be adequate to put a sign in the frontyard,” he says. “Now, marketing is essential. We are able to use the Sotheby’s tools, along with mailings, our extensive website and print advertising to raise exposure on our properties.” Sotheby’s is the only real estate firm with branded microsites on The New York Times and Wall Street Journal websites. “We reach a broad national and international audience with these tools,” Dielmann says. When an out-of-town buyer is looking for a home in St. Louis, Dielmann’s knowledge about his hometown proves invaluable. “I talk to them to discover what they need,” he says. “Sometimes, they’re incredibly knowledgeable and savvy already, but other times they need to get acquainted with St. Louis.”

Cover photo taken at 9 Carrswold Drive. Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty can be reached at dielmannsothebysrealty.com, at their Clayton offices located at 8301 Maryland Ave., Ste. 100, or by calling 314.725.0009. Cover design by sarah gibson | Cover photo courtesy of dielmann sotheby’s

9 CARRSWOLD DRIVE CL AY TON, M I SSOUR I No detail is overlooked in this stunning Tudor-Revival Manse designed by renowned architects Maritz & Young. With 8,527 sq. ft. of living space, this 14-room home offers a grand round entry rotunda, 6 bedrooms (3 full suites), state-of-the-art kitchen and butler’s pantry, modern systems, updated baths, terrazzo floors, generous closets, a fully appointed apartment with kitchen, and 4-car heated garage. Offered at $3,500,000.

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#1 oak park court | ladue SchoolS 3+ bedroomS, 3 full & 2 half bathS $649,900 mid-century modern with sizzle situated on a 1-acre lot with the care & updates most buyers desire.

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13227 weatherfield dr. | parkway SchoolS 4+ bedroomS, 3½ bathS $397,900 very handsome home with lots of room and an abundance of superb amenities.

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>> 2 Grand Meridien Court | $2,275,000 | 1:30-3 p.m. | 314.495.9559 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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>> 635 Dartmouth Crossing Court | $429,900 | 1-4 p.m. | 314.324.8118 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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>> 148 Kendall Bluff Court | $449,900 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 2115 Heather Glen Drive | $339,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 908 Chesterfield Villas Circle | $375,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.322.6992 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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>> 17306 Bridle Trail West | $489,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.378.4616 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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>> 1619 Washington Ave., Unit 802 | $235,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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>> 7411 Oxford Drive | $529,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.369.0075 | upperendproperties.com >> 155 Carondelet Plaza, Unit 301 | $955,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 155 Carondelet Plaza, Unit 500 | $1,345,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 6221 Northwood Ave., #1E | $349,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.753.0977 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 710 Hanley Road, #12B | $249,900 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | 314.495.9559 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 66 Crestwood Drive | $855,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.283.7590 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 155 Carondelet Plaza, #310 | $999,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.607.5555 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 155 Carondelet Plaza #305 | $875,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.277.4465 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 115 Brighton Way | $1,299,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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>> 470 Lake Ave., #2S | $147,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.725.5100 | lauramccarthy.com >> 2 West Pine Court | $499,900 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.607.5555 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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>> 5737 Westminster Place | $194,500 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.569.1177 | lauramccarthy.com

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>> 1033 Hampton Park | $675,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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>> 1329 Woodfield Manor Court | $419,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 14 Silver Lane | $199,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 1047 Glenway Drive | $279,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 304 Dickson St. | $399,900 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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>> 9865 Litzinger Road | $1.15 million | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 1720 Deer Creek Lane | $649,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 807 Wenneker Drive | $344,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 71 Clermont Lane | $579,000 | 1-4 p.m. | 314.640.6343 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 44 Godwin Lane | $799,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com >> 3 Broad Meadows | $329,500 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com >> 4 Tall Timbers Drive | $1,449,000 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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>> 533 North and South Road | $529,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 8034 Gannon Ave. | $399,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 7270 Maryland Ave. | $534,900 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.569.1177 | lauramccarthy.com >> 6214 Washington Ave. | $499,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.791.0034 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 7924 Teasdale Court | $479,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.607.5555 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 8150 Gannon Ave. | $699,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.607.5555 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com >> 7815 Lafon Place | $570,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com >> 7706 Amherst Ave. | $399,000 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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>> 6 Fox Run Lane | $647,500 | Noon-2 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 51 Frontenac Estates | $625,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 724 Timber Trail | $525,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.725.5100 | lauramccarthy.com

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>> 652 Emerson Road | $150,000 to $230,000 | Noon-4 p.m. | 314.726.6442 | upperendproperties.com >> 41 Oak Park Drive | $759,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 333 S. Mason Road | $565,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 531 Chalet Court | $1,295,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com >> 6 Ladue Meadows | $399,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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Secret Lives of Realtors by catherine klene

They help buy and sell dream homes, but these St. Louisans are more than real estate experts. Clients and others may be surprised to know how their agents spend their free time (or that they have any free time!)

stafford manion

gladys manion

duck hunter

Tucked into a duck blind with his

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father on a chilly November morning, 8-year-old Stafford Manion watched the fowl fly overhead. Raising his shotgun, he took careful aim, fired— and cheered as his bird fell. “It was a tradition to shoot your first duck on Thanksgiving Day in your eighth year,” Manion says. “Other than the birth of my son, it’s probably the proudest moment of my life. I carried that duck around all day. I had joined my elders by becoming a duck hunter.” That duck (now mounted on his office wall) was the first of many for Manion, who embraced the family tradition with gusto. “I loved hunting with my father, brother, grandfather... It was quality time and a lot of it,” Manion says. “Now my son is in college, and he loves duck hunting, too.” At the start of duck season each year, he and his friends gather their gear and head to St. Charles County, an area rich with ducks

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dielmann sotheby’s international realty Few things make Marcia Harris happier than when the lights dim in the movie theater. “The first movie I remember being completely enthralled with was Singin’ in the Rain,” she says. “I lost count of how many times I saw it growing up. I’ve always found movies mind-expanding. They make you think about ideas you wouldn’t ordinarily consider.” Since falling for that first classic film, Harris has seen a lot of movies, and her love of all things cinematic has brought some awardwinning films to St. Louis. She has been a member of Cinema St. Louis and participated in the St. Louis International Film Festival since its inception 21 years ago. She often sponsors festival films that have gone on to award-winning acclaim, including 127 Hours, An Education and The Artist, this year’s Oscarwinner for Best Picture.

in November and December. “We’re along their migratory pattern,” he says. “Ducks fly right down the river from Canada to Mexico each year.” While some of his ducks are mounted and displayed at home, many are used for his biennial duck dinner at Racquet Club East. He invites fellow hunters, friends and family to dine on nearly 120 ducks prepared by the club’s culinary staff. As he’s gotten older, Manion says he’s become more interested in teaching others “the art of the duck hunt.” Everything must be orchestrated to lure the birds, from setting decoys to blowing the duck call to gauging wind speed and direction. The experience, Manion says, has little to do with shooting a gun. “Duck hunting is like golf,” he says. “You’re out with family and friends on a pretty day. It’s a competition among friends in the duck blind. The kill is probably 5 percent of it.”

cinephile

Harris’ experience with film festivals reaches far beyond St. Louis. She has attended Telluride every year since 1995 and been to the Sundance, Palm Springs and Santa Barbara festivals—to name a few. “You see all these actors and directors up close and personal and listen to them speak in a casual setting,” she says. “Telluride is like a summer camp for cinephiles.” And in true cinephile fashion, her home and office are decorated with movie and festival memorabilia. “There isn’t one inch of wall space in my house that doesn’t have a film poster on it,” she says. One of her most prized pieces is a poster featuring her favorite actress, the great Audrey Hepburn. “She’s gorgeous in an atypical way and so talented. She casts a spell with her great style,” she says.

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horseback rider

Christy Thompson is in love with Clark Gable. But unlike the iconic actor, her Clark Gable has two additional legs, a tail and a few hundred more pounds. Her Kentucky Thoroughbred, affectionately called ‘Baby,’ can win Thompson over like no other. “He’s a giant teenager,” she says, laughing. “He’s bratty, funny and chews on my ponytail or licks me for peppermints.” Thompson keeps a busy schedule with two careers as a real estate agent and an attorney specializing in contract negotiations. But each week, she drives the 80 miles south to Farmington for a few hours peace with her horse. “That’s the vacation in my life,” Thompson says. “Riding keeps me grounded. I love that I have to focus on him and turn off the other side of my brain for a couple hours.” Thompson starting taking riding lessons as a little girl and competed in state horse shows and hunter jumper competitions as

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a teen. Her love for horses inspired another love in her life, her husband Christopher. “My husband and I took saddle seat lessons together at age 6,” she says. “We were always best friends—even double-dated at prom—but didn’t start dating until I was in law school.” Today, she and her husband are never far from the riding lifestyle. He is publisher of Saddle and Bridle, a magazine featuring show horses, and her father-in-law owns a farm in Missouri for retired horses. When they are able to get away for vacations, she says a stop to look at local horses is inevitable. Juggling real estate and legal careers can be challenging, but Thompson says the combining of her personal and professional interests means an exciting and unique work life. “I’ve purposely chosen two careers that fit beautifully together,” she says. “If someone has an interest in riding or horse farms, I wind up working with those clients. Horses are the icing on the cake.”

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It’s been nearly a decade since Robert Kleinlehrer moved to St. Louis from his native Australia, and he is still baffled by one aspect of America’s greatest pastime. “We think Americans are a little wussy because they wear gloves to play baseball,” he says, laughing. Kleinlehrer may joke, but he has nearly 50 years of experience playing cricket to back his jab. The sport—played with a ball very similar to a baseball—requires barehanded catches off the bats of some seriously powerful hitters. He began playing the sport as a youngster in Sydney, then as an adult in London. “I was lucky enough to be one of those cricketers who are all-arounders, someone who can bat and bowl, like Albert and Carpenter put together,” he explains. To diehard baseball fans, watching a cricket match can sound like another language. (Batsmen guard wickets, pitches are playing fields, and it is quite possible to score 100 runs in one at-bat.) Kleinlehrer says Americans are more inclined to pick

cricket player up rugby, which reminds them much more of football, than cricket. “Some people complain it’s a long, boring game, but cricket is more subtle, like baseball with chess added to it,” he says. “Baseball is so ingrained in the culture here. People don’t understand things like how a batter in cricket can be out straight away or score 100 or 150 runs in hours.” When he moved to St. Louis to marry his wife in 2003, Kleinlehrer found a local league that played in Midwest tournaments. Most of his teammates are expats from India and Pakistan, though he has convinced an American friend to take up the game. A true sportsman, Kleinlehrer has also embraced softball— though he has a clear favorite. “If a softball game clashes with cricket, I tell the softball captain I’m not available for that game,” he says. “Once during a softball game, I was in right field and a fly ball came my way. I thought, I’ll show them how to catch a ball. I threw my glove off and caught it barehanded!” photo by bill barrett

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This English style cottage offers charm with hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and built-in bookcases. The updated kitchen features stainless appliances and granite countertops, and home has private rear yard with mature landscaping and deck for outdoor entertaining. $279,000 Janet McAfee Val Engel and Steve Engel | 314.494.9811 or 314.852.1613

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Magnificent newer home has expansive kitchen and great room combination, extensive use of crown molding, high-end finishes and an open floor plan. $739,000 Laura McCarthy | Sarah Partlow | 314.569.1177

15 | 1160 Lay Road

Bernoudy-style home with more than 3,900 square feet of space on a serene, 1-plus acre wooded lot with pool. The two-story living room has floor-to-ceiling windows. $999,000 Laura McCarthy | Keith Manzer | 314.725.5100

155 carondelet plaza #310 | new price! | open sunday 1-3 Clayton With its Southern exposure, 2,800+ sq. ft. of indoor living space & 1,100 sq. ft. of terrace, experience the best that The Crescent has to offer. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Offered for $999,000. Co-Listed by Ted Wight.

Chesterfield This lovely Chesterfield Villas town house is designed for easy living. There are three bedrooms and three full baths. Offered for $375,000.

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16 | 35 Aberdeen Place

Completely updated 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath Clayton home with remodeled eat-in kitchen and bamboo floors throughout. Great-sized yard for enjoying the warmer months. $559,000 Upper End Properties | 314.749.3956

17 | 9 Princeton Ave. 17

Four-year-old home in desirable University Heights has high design from top-to-bottom, including 10-foot ceilings and dark hardwood floors, designer kitchen, 5 bedrooms, and 6 baths. $799,000 Upper End Propeties | Jen Ross | 314.726.6442

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An outstanding opportunity to design your dream home. This 3,890SF condo is the last unfinished unit located on the curve of the building. We are singularly qualified to assist in converting this white box or bring your own construction team. • Wonderful light with beautiful SE views of the fountain and The Arch • 3 bedrooms, 3+ baths • 3 parking spaces • 2 terraces

#2 The Crescent #305

Rarely available: This 2,264SF condo is perfect for entertaining and features a highly sought-after private garden space. • Fabulous layout featuring a split bedroom floor plan • Luxurious master suite with custom walk-in closet • 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths • Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances • Hardwood floors throughout • Private patio with fenced yard

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7745 Carondelet | Suite 305 | Clayton 63105

Spacious foyer leads to living room with fireplace and grand dining room, all with beautiful moldings. Light-filled family room boasts a fireplace and French doors that lead to the in-ground pool. $799,900 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty John Mathews | 314.540.1544

This two-story home contains unusually large rooms with a master suite and 3 other bedrooms. The family room and kitchen walk out to a patio with fabulous outdoor entertaining space. $799,000 Gladys Manion | Suzie Wells | 314.721.4755

Each room has distinguished features, including a solarium with Romanesque vaulted ceilings, walls of French doors, a fountain and argyle-patterned terrazzo flooring, and direct access to the custom pool and stone patio. $1,385,000 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty Steven Lange and Stephanie Oliver | 314.322.6992

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Custom tear-down on nearly a full acre. Build this, choose a similar plan from our portfolio or use your own plans. From the mid-$600,000s McKelvey Homes | 314.378.2186

[ Two-and-a-half story or more ] 24 | 51 Portland Place

Gorgeous 1907 Italian Renaissance-style residence on premier, private street has been extensively updated yet retains its historic, architectural detailing. The result is the epitome of elegance, style and sophistication. $1.75 million Laura McCarthy | Jill Azar and Fran Berger |314.725.5100

25 | 4976 Pershing Ave.

Tudor Revival home with Arts and Crafts touches combines the elegance of ages past with modern amenities. Timeless updates and restoration with meticulous attention to historic detail. 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. $999,000 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty Jonathan Swatek | 314.494.6884

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Private setting at the end of a cul-de-sac in Ladue Downs subdivision has patio and three-seasons room and newer kitchen with customized cabinets. $575,000 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty Samantha Calvin | 636.399.7829

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This 6-year-old University City home fits in perfectly with the established neighborhood. It has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets and granite counters, and two-car garage. Total living space of 3,116 square feet. $699,000 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty Ted Wight | 314.607.5555

Center hall Colonial in wonderful condition is gracious, bright and inviting with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Also has family room in lower level and a large professionally landscaped yard. $669,000 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty Nicki Herrington | 314.277.7902

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homework] Dear Homework,

After

The two French doors off our front living room and three arched doors on the side sun porch are functional but open to nowhere. How can we tie something in with our front porch landing (which also needs replacing)? We need a new roof as well, and thought maybe an architectural tile and the front porch feature could somehow be designed together. ———Wallflower in Webster

Dear Wallflower in Webster, You have an interesting house with many handsome features. With its stucco walls, arched windows and shallow, hipped roof, I think your house most naturally lends itself to a Mediterranean feel. Your desire to have an indoor/outdoor flow is also an important element of this style architecture. I would create a terrace to wrap around the front and side of your house. A retaining wall topped with classical balusters gives the terrace an elegant feel that improves the entire front elevation. Next I would add a new entry and side porch using white Doric columns and a shallow sloped roof that matches the existing house. Further, I would use a terra-cotta color for your new roofing, which will complement the stucco wall color and add to the Mediterranean character. I also would add more elaborate window head and sill details to the shuttered windows and doors. These changes make your house feel like an elegant Italian villa and will allow you to flow through your existing doors to enjoy the sunshine.

before

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Help Us Help Others Impact the Lives of Others this Spring ‘Help Us Help Others’ with the 2012 Spring Appeal to serve families in crisis throughout our Greater Saint Louis communities and Eastern Missouri. With community support this past year, we touched the lives of 234,713 families and individuals within the 13 counties of Greater Saint Louis and Eastern Missouri. They’re our loved ones, our neighbors, and our co-workers. The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Saint Louis has been, and continues to be, a beacon of hope through person-to-person service from our 143 local chapters. The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Saint Louis humbly serves as a bridge between those who have been blessed and those who are in crisis situations. And it’s the thoughtful and resourceful people who have the privilege ‘to walk across the bridge’ and powerfully impact those in need. We count on your generosity to help us continue our mission to provide hope and relief in our communities.

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Saint Louis – Support Story #113 Peter grew up in West County and is a local university graduate who lost his job over two years ago. He’s been renting a friend’s house after he lost his foreclosed home and his marriage of almost 30 years. Local Vincentians are now helping him with food, his utilities, and other essentials, and they’ve recently installed double locks on the front and back doors to keep his heroin-addicted son from repeatedly breaking in and stealing his money and valuables. Peter is managing day-by-day with a lot of prayers and Vincentian help. Slowly but surely, he’s getting his life back together amidst some very difficult circumstances.

Please join our 2012 Spring Appeal to ‘Help Us Help Others’ in our community neighborhoods. Your gift will make a world of difference to a family or individual in need. You can even designate one of three programs to directly benefit from your donation ... • Crisis Intervention and Support • Housing and Homelessness Prevention • Criminal Justice Ministry We promise that your gift will make an impact in our community this Spring and throughout the entire year.

To learn more about how you or your company can help others through the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Saint Louis, visit our website, www.svdpstlouis.org, or contact Robert C. Vogel, at robertv@svdpstl.org or (314) 881-6035.

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