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one of the main things that makes The Gatesworth such a unique living experience is the incredible quantity and variety of high-quality programs, events and entertainment it provides residents throughout the year. full-time resident Program director Kathy davis and her staff work tirelessly to coordinate a full schedule of recreational, social, spiritual and educational programs each month to stimulate residents and provide a comprehensive community experience.

“The people who live here could live wherever they want,” says davis. “They’re well educated and well-traveled; they’ve seen good theater and heard great music. They love to learn and stay up-todate on current issues. My job is to offer them quality activities that encompass everything from the intellectual, like our book club and current events discussion group, to top-notch live entertainment.” on the intellectual side, davis recruits professors from local universities to moderate a weekly group called The Questers. a topic is selected for discussion, and it can range from political science to the arts. another professor hosts an evening group called Philosophical café for in-depth discussions over coffee and dessert, and speakers from the Press club of Metropolitan st. louis come in monthly. resident Priscilla Mcdonnell says she most looks forward to the icons series, which features lectures by the heads of some

Nanette Maurer The Gatesworth Luau “shakin’ it up” at with one of the Tropical Fire Dancers.

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Music Director David Robertson delighted a sold-out crowd, sharing stories of the orchestra, his passion for music and audiences. Dr. Dee Tucker (left) and Dr. Nellie Ghosh with Maestro David Robertson.

of st. louis’ premiere museums and major institutions, including the Missouri history Museum, saint louis art Museum, Missouri botanical Garden, st. louis symphony and opera Theatre of st. louis. “Those are very special for me,” Mcdonnell says. “we’ve had outstanding talks and they include a marvelous three-course luncheon, as well.”

There’s never a shortage of great entertainment, including half a dozen special themed parties throughout the year, including dances like the ‘so long summer’ dance party, a nightclub evening with live music, a french cabaret and a dean Martin show with local dean Martin tribute artist dean christopher, to name just a few. “our audiences are always so appreciative,” davis says. “i love seeing our residents eat it up, whether it’s opera or jazz or a club singer. it’s so satisfying to see them tapping their toes and swaying in their seats.” once a month, The Gatesworth offers residents a fun day trip to local and regional attractions. locally, they may visit neighborhoods like lafayette square, soulard or the hill. or they may venture further out to scenic and historic sites like st. Genevieve, hermann, the daniel boone house, or the abraham lincoln Presidential library and Museum in springfield, ill. a favorite outing is the annual eagle-watching trip along the Great river road in alton, ill., followed by lunch at Pere Marquette lodge. “we really strive to offer something for everyone,” davis says. “it’s an opportunity for them to still have an active social life, make connections and experience the energy of other people. it’s especially important for those who come in not knowing anyone.

That can be hard and intimidating when you’re older.” “living at The Gatesworth is a real privilege and pleasure,” says Mcdonnell. “i’ve been here two years and it still feels like a resort.

There are so many not-to-be-missed events on any given day that i often miss my naps!”

Men’s Lunch was “in,” rather than “Out” in August. St. Louis Sports Hall of fame founder & president Greg Maracek talked sports of all kinds; Maracek (center) with residents Doug Refvem (left), Ed Shifrin and Bob Platzer.

Residents danced in the moonlight at a So Long, Summer Party.

Front: Joel Erkenswick takes a spin with Geri Smith. Back: Joan and Marcus Sessel.

St. Louis Public Radio welcomed residents for a tour of their Grand Center studios, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how news, talk shows and entertainment are produced. A leisurely lunch at Small Batch capped off an exhilarating city outing.

For more information call (314) 993-0111 or stop by for a personal visit.

PiCTuRED ON LEFT: Gatesworth resident Mrs. Priscilla McDonnell and Resident Program Director Kathy Davis

The Gatesworth 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.

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Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School offers a coed Catholic education in the Sacred Heart tradition for children ages 3 to sixth grade, and for young women in seventh to 12th grades. Located on a 60-acre campus in Frontenac, Villa’s graduating classes average 80 students, with 100 percent attending four-year colleges and universities.

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from the editor's desk Being in the word business, I just can’t help but cringe when I hear ‘word snafus’ uttered on the radio or TV (but not by friends in casual conversation, I want to stress!). It’s hard to figure out why bright and educated people make these verbal gaffes. Often these can be funny, in a perverse kind of way, and entertaining (even though that’s the last thing the speakers mean them to be).

Last week I heard a guest on NPR’s Science Friday call the lab where Fred Reines discovered neutrinos ‘hollowed ground.’ It’s hard not to laugh, since anyone who knows what a neutrino is should know the difference between ‘hallowed’ and ‘hollowed’! It must be the whole right brain/left brain thing. (To be perfectly honest, I thought neutrino was spelled ‘nutrino’ before I Googled it, and I’m still not sure what it is.)

Along similar lines are the infamous mispronunciations of just about everything that recalls our fair city’s French heritage.

Take Bellefontaine Neighbors, which should not be said like the words ‘bell’ and ‘fountain,’ but rather bell fontaine (like the actress Joan Fontaine). In the same category, I’d have to put the Blanchette Bridge, which is not pronounced ‘blanch head,’ even though I’ve stopped counting how many times I’ve heard it said that way!

Last but certainly not least is the hilarity that can ensue when people don’t realize that an introductory phrase should refer to the word that immediately follows it: After burning for hours, crews were finally able to put the flames out. I don’t care if it was said on ABC news, I still don’t think they meant that the crews were burning for hours!

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[GLOBAL GOOD Villa Duchesne/OAK HILL by becky mollenkamp Many girls her age while away their summer break by the pool, but 17-year-old Devon Waskiewicz spent last June in Lima, Peru, attending class and doing community service. “Being immersed in the culture was something a class can’t replicate,” says the junior at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School, an independent Catholic school educating boys and girls ages 3 to grade six and young women grades seven to 12. “Actually living the way Peruvians live helped me use what I had learned in Spanish class.”

The school’s global exchange program makes the most of its membership in the Network of Sacred Heart Schools and the affiliated Society of the Sacred Heart, which includes more than 170 schools worldwide. The Society was founded in the 1800s by Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat, who wanted to help girls become a source of transformation in the world. “It’s important girls who graduate from here know what they want to do with their lives, and a global perspective is very much interwoven into that,” says Sister Donna Collins, Villa Duchesne principal. “We want them to ask how they can make the world a better place for themselves and others.”

Most of Villa’s young women are exposed to this global perspective, beginning at the elementary level at Oak Hill.

The international network of schools is frequently integrated into the curriculum, says Oak Hill art teacher Lisa Carswell, who heads up the global education program. For example, a recent fourth-grade lesson on Taiwan included a video chat with students there. “The Sacred Heart schools have a strong sense of thinking globally because we have schools all over the world,” Carswell says. “Human connection is really important, Devon Waskiewicz no matter your religion.”

Students can participate in domestic exchange programs with the 23 other Sacred Heart schools in the U.S. “They may work side-by-side with a girl in Miami, Chicago or Los Angeles to rehab a house, for example,” Collins says. They also have access to the international exchange program and an annual service project, like rebuilding a school in Costa Rica. “I want our students to not only be knowledgeable, but also to develop compassionate hearts and be active in changing the world for the better,” Collins says. “Anything we can do to help them develop a wider perspective is incredibly beneficial.”

Waskiewicz credits the school’s global network for expanding her horizons. “It made me see that, while there are some differences, overall the concepts of family and friends are the same everywhere,” she says. “It made me think of the world as one big place.” After graduation, she plans to study education at a college on the East Coast, then travel as much as possible. Waskiewicz and her older sister both participated in Villa’s exchange program, which included having two international students stay with their family for a month each. “We want our kids to know there is more to life than just what they experience here in St. Louis,” says mom Christy Waskiewicz. “It was an incredible experience for our family, not just for the girls.”

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Congratulations, bridge players. The recent St. Charles Sectional was well attended, with

Jack Bryant named 2015 Player of the Year. Other highlights included Alan Popkin winning a whopping 52.81 masterpoints and George Markus and Tom Oppenheimer winning their second straight Open Paris event. With this month’s hand, declarer bid and made six ♥s via a dummy reversal.

W N E « The bidding: S Pass 2 ♦ (waiting) Pass

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6 ♥ Both: Vul Opening lead: ♦ King

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[ the play ] 1. West led the ♦ King, Ace from dummy, East the 5, and declarer the 2.

2. North the ♦ 3, East the 6, South ruffed with the ♥ Ace, and West the 8.

3. South cashed the Ace and King of ♣s.

4. The ♥ 3 is led to dummy’s 7.

5. ♦ 4 is ruffed by South’s King.

6. The ♥ 10 was overtaken by dummy’s Jack.

7. The last ♦ is trumped with the ♥ Queen.

8. South’s 3 of ♣s is trumped in dummy.

9. The ♥ 9 draws the last trump.

10. ♠ 2 to the Ace. 11. ♣ Queen is played and is declarer’s 12th trick.

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[ talkof thetowns ] by bill beggs jr.

Bob Nation, mayor of Chesterfield, apparently is an irascible fellow these days.

Which is not to say he’s just a little grumpy from time to time, as we all are. But could the battle he’s fighting on the sales tax allocation formula against nearly every other municipality in the county be taking its toll on his professional judgment? Reportedly, Nation has been prone recently to profanity in dealings with at least one city employee, and also during a breakfast meeting last month with other county mayors. This is the guy, remember, who suggested Chesterfield secede from the county for warmer climes; well, if he doesn’t get what he wants, why not just reattach to St. Charles County? That was a tad humorous, but things aren’t so funny around here anymore. The mayor could find himself CHESTERFIELD censured by the city council, depending on a vote by lawmakers early next month. Meanwhile, a suit that the city (spurred by Nation, we reckon) had filed against the state alleging the amount Chesterfield pays into a sales-tax ‘pool’ is unfair was nixed at that level.

Nothing changes if nothing changes, except in this case the mood of the mayor, which has darkened considerably.

The city is a remarkable retail success story, as illustrated by the success of both outlet malls in the valley—before construction began, observers wondered aloud how soon after completion which of them would fail, if not both. But these days retail construction continues apace with a Burlington outlet and a Cabela’s-style Gander Mountain. There’s plenty of sales-tax clinkage out yonder in Chesterfield. No need for screeds or greed, wethinks.

apply to colleges and may even accompany them on campus tours. The numbers help tell the tale—this is education, after all, where measurable outcomes are key: Officials say more than 600 kids have benefited from the program, and that 98 percent were admitted to college-prep high schools last year. Ninety-nine percent graduated on time. Perhaps most significant, 94 percent were accepted to a post-secondary institution. Boeing’s ECF accepts one-time gifts from employees, or makes payroll deductions to support efforts such as this. The fund covers all administrative costs so that every cent of every dollar donated directly benefits the recipient(s).

Three-and-a-half years ago, Samuel Scott was killed by a drunken driver in U. City as he pedaled home from his job at Dewey’s Pizza. He was just a block from home in February 2012 when the driver, whose blood-alcohol level was three times the legal limit, plowed into Scott’s bicycle from the rear in the 7400 block of Delmar. I don’t remember at the time seeing a photo of the 19-year-old victim, just a couple of mugs of the suspect, a 30-something Kirkwood woman who accepted a plea deal. She was sentenced to three years in prison for the wreck and was eligible for parole within a year. But there is a color photo in a protective clear plastic sleeve attached to a thought-provoking memorial near the spot where Scott was struck: a bicycle (complete with a helmet lashed

to the seat) locked to a street sign on the south side of Delmar at Bemiston. It has been painted white; even the helmet and typically black handlebar tape and tires are white. A weatherworn wooden plaque on the signpost above the bicycle gives a few details about the tragedy; a metallic permanent bouquet adorns the center of the handlebars above Scott’s photo. There is no resentment, no rancor in the plaque’s text. It is, instead, a poignant reminder to travelers that cyclists and motorists both must exercise great care: The rider’s name and age start an epitaph, which continues, ‘This bike has been placed to remind cyclists and drivers to always remain cautious of one another while sharing the road. Let us join together to prevent another avoidable tragedy.’

Another vacant building, another … disco? Not likely, since the erstwhile Webster Groves YMCA building is in a residential neighborhood and catty-corner from the city’s public library—but one can still hope. If one is disco-deprived, that is. The Webster Y closed Oct. 2, and all programs were consolidated at the Kirkwood facility, which is larger and newer. Incidentally, the 1.2-acre site is zoned such that a commercial or multi-family use would not be allowed. It could be razed in favor of a single-family home … even a park, playground or … library? Maybe an annex connected by a bridge or tunnel to the existing, state-of-the-art facility? (Well, there’s never enough

ACCESS Academies has received a $10,000 grant from the Employees Community Fund of Boeing St. Louis, earmarked to help smooth the transition from middle school through high school and beyond for minority and disadvantaged parochial-school students.

The ECF grant for this year supports Access’ Graduate Support Program, which has been an important element of its outreach efforts. Established in 2005, ACCESS Academies has made available graduate support directors to Archdiocesan middle schools to help ease the academic, social and emotional journey for children of lower-income families. The funds will ACCESS continue to pay for college entrance exams and help with test prep. Directors mentor kids as they [ TT Trivia ] What was Bob Nation’s former career before becoming mayor of Chesterfield?

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Last issue’s answer | Architect and artist Maya Lin designed the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., dedicated on Veterans Day in 1982.

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parking already.) No decision on the fate of the property is expected until next year. Perhaps a community center? Certainly the swimming pool and gym would be attractive for such a purpose, but I think out loud as a former Webster-Glendale resident who still drives a WGHS junior past the old Y every so often. Anyhow, so what’s all this mishegas about a disco, already? Well, we ventured a few issues ago that the old Clayton Police HQ might be retrofitted as such. Point is, since the demise of the 64West club near Hampton, oh, 25 years ago, there haven’t been many places to kick up your heels in the county or city, unless you’re at a wedding reception or reunion. You have to go to Washington Street and environs downtown, or to a place like the Oz in Illinois.

Not that I can dance, or really want to all that much. I’m only thinking of those who can and will.

Some say life is like a quilt, with each significant chapter portrayed by representative images. What more appropriate venue for a quilt show than a senior living center, where residents have so many chapters to record? Eight South County churches, including St. Justin Martyr in Sunset Hills, again have joined together for the 2015 Autumn Quilt Show at Fountain View Assisted Living in Sunset Hills, which begins with an open house from 1 to 3 p.m.

Nov. 1. The show runs through Nov. 7 on the campus of Fountain View, the assisted living facility at the not-forprofit Friendship Village Sunset Hills, which is situated on 52 rolling acres. Visitors can admire the quilts made by church members and quilting groups daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Public voting will determine which two quilts receive cash prizes: One quilter will receive $1,000, another $500.

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Recently, I came across National Daughter’s Day, which got me thinking: Shouldn’t

there be a National Sibling Day? And what do you know?There is!

I come from a large Irish Catholic family, and we think, actually we know, we are the funniest, smartest group around. And pretty good looking, too. (Or so we tell ourselves.) Each of us falls into certain behavior based on our birth order. I am the youngest, so I will always be the spoiled brat. My older sister is bossy.

My middle two brothers often seem to forget they are related to us, and my two oldest brothers run the family. What is amazing, though, is we all get along with each other, or at least we pretend to.

As the youngest, I always thought I got cheated out of the ‘really fun’ memories. My brothers would start a story, “Remember the time Dad took us sledding and we didn’t clear the sawhorse. Dennis got smashed.

Boy, was Mom mad.” Or, “What about when Mike got his head in John’s way when he was swinging that lead pipe?” As the youngest, with 13 years between me and my oldest brother, I wanted to have some fun and funny memories—like smashing into the saw horse.

But it became clear to me that my really fun memories would have to be made as an adult. So what better way to do it than by forcing everyone to go to lunch once a month? No parents, spouses or kids allowed.

You’d better show up, because if you don’t, you’re fair game to be talked about.

I have often thought these lunches should be taped and played on YouTube. My oldest brother, John, selects the date and location. I used to do it, but he moved into town and usurped my authority. There is no drinking at lunch, since the amount of cackling and laughing would get really out of hand—did I mention we’re Irish? Even though we are all well into our 50s and 60s, this lunch ritual is a special siblings time to bond without any distractions.

Each ends with the waitress trying to guess who is the oldest and who is the youngest. They always choose Tim as the youngest. Who is a good seven years older than me. This leads to more squawking, followed by several hours of me staring into the mirror at home, trying to figure out what I can get injected into my face to bring my youth back.

I love my siblings and think they would take a bullet for me … well, except for one, who I can hear right now say, No way, she is insane, I am not sure I even like her that much. But what these sibling lunches have forced us to do is get to know each other as adults. We came from a family that was not big on hugging and ‘I love yous,’ but these lunches always end with a round of that, even if it is a little awkward.

Since the holidays are right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start your own family tradition of sibling lunches. It is a great way to put any long-ago hurts behind you, like John hitting Mike with the lead pipe. And it is also nice to know that even if these people weren’t my siblings, I would still want them as my friends. Well, except for one. contact patty at phannum@townandstyle.com

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Have you always admired those movie scenes where people sit and play chess en plein air? Now you can go to Forest Park and watch it happen in the flesh! FP Forever and the Chess Club have partnered to create the new space for free public chess. Located just north of Steinberg Rink, the chess plaza and chess tables—four of them—include bench seating.

If ever there was a St. Louisan who understands PR and events planning, it’s former Mathews-Dickey VP Barbara Washington.

The homegrown dynamo now has launched her own firm, Bobcat Event Management & Consulting.

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Using 5,980 cubes, the Saint Louis Priory senior created the masterpiece as a senior thesis—and a way to honor his hero. Connor, who hopes his project will attract the attention of the Ivies, also has a 4.5 GPA and a 34 ACT score.

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The Parkway Central grad (’96) worked at the old Musicland record store in Chesterfield Mall before landing an internship in Y98’s marketing department during college. His big break came around that time, when he wrote to the heads of several major record labels asking for advice. To his surprise, music legend Clive Davis responded with an internship offer at Arista Records. Feit jumped at the opportunity and transferred to New York University. After graduation, he landed a full-time job at E-magine Records working on digital record releases.

In 2003, Feit and friend Bruce Starr launched BMF Media Group, a full-service marketing agency that specializes in event design and production. In the beginning, the company helped big brands create experiential events at festivals like Austin City Limits, Coachella and Lollapalooza. “We started the agency because we noticed there weren’t any cool VIP after-party events at music festivals like there were at Sundance and the Golden Globes,” Feit says. “We were one of the first to do it in the music arena.”

Today, BMF has more than 30 employees, along with numerous contractors, and is growing steadily. It has expanded to include a talent department that manages a roster of DJs, and to create branded events outside the music industry. BMF works on about 100 events each year and has teamed up with hundreds of well-known brands, including H&M, Dell and Lipton Tea. “It’s really, really fun to see programs go from an idea and then come to life,” Feit says. “I love making brands look cool and building buzz around their products.”

Although his company is moving beyond its music roots, some of Feit’s favorite moments include working with big-name acts before they were famous. Lady Gaga gave her first U.S. performance at a music lounge he organized in 2008 for a music conference in Miami. “Lo and behold, now she’s a household name,” Feit says. “I love giving emerging artists a venue, and it’s fun to continue to work with some of them who we helped early in their careers.” For example, BMF went on to create popup shops for the launch of Lady Gaga’s Artpop album and design her Born Brave bus tour in support of her Born This Way Foundation.

New York is the most logical location for BMF, Feit says. “The energy and access to opportunity are great.” He lives on the Lower East Side of Manhattan and loves New York, “but growing up in St. Louis is a more well-balanced way to start out.” He returns home about four times a year. While here, he grabs a drink at Coffee Cartel in the Central West End, rides his bike through Forest Park, shops at Sole & Blues in the Loop, and eats dinner at Trattoria Marcella near The Hill. Above all, he enjoys spending time with his family in Chesterfield. “St. Louis is a great city to grow up in,” he says. “It’s a perfect mix of city and suburban life. I’m glad my roots are there.”

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This September, sixth-grader Kal and his classmates spent a week at Crow Canyon Archaeological Center in Colorado, interacting with archaeologists, learning about ancestral Pueblo culture, studying artifacts and hiking Mesa Verde National Park to explore cliff dwellings. This type of unique, hands-on educational experience is commonplace at Rohan Woods, an independent, co-educational elementary school that educates students age 2 through sixth grade. “There were several thousand Puebloans in the region, and all of a sudden they were gone,” head of school Sam Templin-Page explains. “Our kids get to go on that experiential journey and try to discover why they picked up and left.”

The annual fifth/sixth-grade trip is just one piece of Rohan Woods’ challenging curriculum, which features personalized instruction and an emphasis on responsibility and leadership development. “Our curriculum is designed to help students discover and uncover information,” Templin-Page says, adding that teachers have strong relationships with each child and their families. “We also help them understand that there are leaders within all of us, and we provide opportunities for students to discover what type of leader they are.”

The trips alternate between Crow Canyon to study archaeology and Huntsman Marine Science Centre in Nova Scotia to study marine biology. Beforehand, students learn all about the related topic in the classroom, which enriches their experience when they get there. No surprise, the kids have a blast, Templin-Page says. Kal, for example, especially loved learning about dendochronology, or tree-dating. “We could tell when the trees had drought and when they had record rainfall, and the archaeologists use this information to cross-date artifacts from similar wood in the region,” Kal explains. “The trip was fun, but I also learned so much

about research and documenting data— much more than I could have just by Students get hands-on archaeological experience. reading about it in a classroom.”

One highlight was spending time at Crow Canyon’s Pithouse Learning Center, which features a replica of a typical Puebloan home from around 650 A.D. The students used tools to make fire and tried their hand at Pueblo games. “They could have watched a video showing someone using the fire-making tools or playing those games, but to actually experience it is so much more impactful,” Templin-Page says. Another highlight was visiting Mesa Verde National Park. “Because we did all of our studies first, students had the background knowledge they needed to understand the importance of what they were seeing, and they could really visualize how the ancestral Pueblos lived,” Templin-Page says.

The trips also teach life skills, she points out, like leadership, independence and collaboration. Only staff, no parents, accompany the students, marking the first time many of them have left home without Mom or Dad. “They’ve never had that sense of autonomy before, and our students realize throughout the week how independent they really are,” she says. “We know we are preparing them to leave for secondary schools, and this is an opportunity for them to build those skills in independence in preparation for when they graduate.”

Pictured on the cover: Fifth- and sixth-graders on the science excursion to Crow Canyon in Colorado. Rohan Woods, located at 1515 Bennett Ave., is a co-educational elementary school for students age 2 through grade six. It hosts an Admissions Open House 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 14. For more information, call 314.821.6270 or visit rohanwoods.org.

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Your family will need to learn how to listen to each other, brainstorm win-win solutions, and create consensus. Everyone must recognize that each member’s voice should be heard and is important. There should be a lot of give-and-take, and everyone should walk away from the meeting feeling like the new agreement works for them. These are incredibly important life skills that will be transferrable to friendships, dating relationships and work environments.

Chores are not optional; you live in the family community, so you should pitch in to make it function. But kids like having choices, so give them options about which jobs they do and when they do them. That should be negotiated in your meetings. Make it clear you will hold them accountable. Then your ‘chore’ becomes following through with the agreements without nagging, yelling or giving in. Most things can be set up to make the follow-through time-related: As soon as you do what you committed to do, you can go on with the rest of your day.

But the key is to take the time upfront in family meetings to get their buy-in. Good cooperation will follow naturally. Kids learn quickly that there is no give in the system and no payoffs for procrastinating or whining, so they do what they said they would.

Receiving an allowance can be an excellent way for kids to learn about money: what things cost, savings, tithing, budgeting and delaying gratification. Give them an age-appropriate amount each month and let them know what they will be responsible for paying. For little kids, that might mean buying toys at the dollar store or candy at the movies. As they grow older, add more responsibilities, like paying for their movie ticket and snacks when they’re out with friends, car insurance, buying a car, paying for part of college, etc. It’s a great way to stifle ‘the gimmee’s.’

Let children know at each stage what they will be responsible for buying; give them enough money to play with, but also an amount that keeps them a little hungry. Then let them loose to learn their lessons. Set up a savings account, teach them how to invest money, and let them make mistakes and learn from them. They will learn lessons about delaying gratification and self-reliance.

I suggest not tying chores to allowance. Hold kids accountable for following through with their agreements because it’s the right thing to do, not because they will get paid for it. Paying money for chores turns a family obligation into another commercial transaction, and kids lose the more important message: Helping out at home is about teamwork, service, community and gratitude.

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[ block, hit, win ] Volleyball has been a part of Elizabeth Orf’s daily routine since fifth grade. The junior at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School started playing for both her school and a club team that year, and she’s never looked back.

“I tried other sports, but when my parents asked if I wanted to play volleyball, it was just different,” she explains. “I liked it so much more than anything else, and while I still had to work hard, it came naturally to me.”

Natural talent is the perfect way to describe some of the 16-year-old’s success.

Besides playing in the fall for Villa, she also

plays for the St. Louis CYC Volleyball Club.

“I switched club teams two years ago, and we’ve been nationally ranked both years I’ve been on the team (No. 5 her freshman year and No. 12 last year),” she says. “It’s really fun to play with girls from all over St. Louis.”

Until this year, Orf consistently played middle hitter. “Now, I’m back row, middle and outside hitter,” she says. Her two main jobs are blocking and hitting. “It’s been a learning experience and a challenge to play new positions, but I’m learning a lot. Every

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day I can tell I’m getting better.” She seems completely content playing any position on the court, as long as she’s out there.

“I just love the team aspect of the sport and that it’s so quick,” Orf says. “We have amazing chemistry on the Villa team this year. There are so many great players and some who haven’t played a lot, but we’re all working together. You can definitely see the progression from the beginning of the season until now with how we’re all performing.

And we have so much room to grow!”

Orf’s positive attitude surely has been instrumental to the team’s success. “State is at the end of October if we make it,” she explains. “My freshman year we made it to Sectionals, and last year we made it all the way to the State Championship and came in second. The goal, of course, is to make

it back to State, but we really just want to play the best we can, and we’ll be happy.”

Her club team starts practice in December and participates in tournaments at the beginning of the year. “We travel five or six times throughout the season, and we hope to get a bid again this year to Nationals at one of the qualifying tournaments,” says Orf, who has already checked off one of her goals this year. “I really wanted the opportunity to play in college, and in April, I verbally committed to Marquette University,” she says. “I visited a few other schools, but Marquette had such a family atmosphere. I know they will take care of me, and I’ll become great friends with all the girls. I’m really excited to get there, and I know it’s the right spot for me!”

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“I’ve been playing through school since kindergarten and had the same coach until I graduated from Mary Queen of Peace,” Frick says. “I started playing club in second grade, which is when I really got into it.” She realized at a young age how much she enjoyed being on the field—and that her talents could get her far. She recalls knowing in the seventh grade that she would want to continue playing beyond high school, so she switched to a St. Louis Scott Gallagher club team. “I’ve been playing with some of the same girls since I was 7,” she notes. “I enjoy everything about being able to compete with my friends at the best level possible.”

It’s easy to hear the excitement in Frick’s voice when she’s talking about the game. As she explains her practice and game schedule throughout the year (“I’m always in some kind of season!”), she says there isn’t enough time to fit in all the soccer she wants. Tryouts for Nerinx the last week in February will kick off the school season. It’s safe to say Frick has a secure spot on the team; she’s been playing varsity since her freshman year. She’s quick to point out her team’s strength. “We won the St. Joe tournament a couple years ago, which was a big accomplishment, and every year we’re in the Top 10 in our districts,” Frick says.

“Our huge win last year was against Webster, one of our rival schools.”

When she’s not playing center back and center mid positions for Nerinx, she’s in the center back position for her club team, which travels frequently for tournaments. “As center back, I’m a leader on the field,” she explains.

“It’s more of a defensive position. I have to be aware of what all the other players are doing.

I’m the last player back, so I can see what’s going on, and I’m the person who cleans everything up and tries not to let anything by me.”

The responsibility doesn’t faze the 18-year-old, and others have noticed her drive and her success. The Saint Louis Soccer Hall of Fame recently honored Frick with a Future Soccer Stars Award. Each year, the organization recognizes four local high school students, two female and two male, who excel in the sport. “They talked to my club and high school coaches and other local coaches to determine who should be honored,” she explains. “We attended a dinner earlier this month at America’s Center for the ceremony.” She can add it to her long list of accomplishments from the 2015 season: Nerinx Hall Varsity MVP, Most Valuable Defensive Player, Class 4 All Region Team, Class 4 All State Second Team, First Team All-Conference Award and All Metro Third Team. “Soccer is a passion for me,” Frick says. “I enjoy being able to go out every day and play.”

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Building character, confidence and success BEYOND THE BROWN BAG SANDWICH

There are countless options beyond PB&J or ham and cheese. And the following ideas might spur your own creative ideas!

PB&B Spread a slice of toasted raisin bread with peanut butter (or nut butter) and a jam of your choosing. Top with bacon and another piece of toast.

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SNACK IDEAS

For a ‘side’ to go with lunch or a snack in the classroom, these easy options are nutritious and delicious!

Banana with Fixins’ Pack a banana, peanut butter and cornflakes. Transform a Ziploc bag into a pastry bag (twist the top and secure with a twist-tie) and fill with peanut butter so kids can drizzle it onto the banana and then dunk that in the cornflakes.

Sweet Apples Sprinkle apple slices with cinnamon. (Bonus: Kids won’t notice the browning this way!)

Veggies with Hummus Fill a couple of compartments in a lunch container with different flavors of hummus and pack a variety of crunchy veggies: carrots, cucumbers and celery.

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For parents with school-aged children, it’s the question that dominates many weeknights: What do I pack in my kid’s lunchbox? It’s so easy to get in the rut of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches (hey, squares are different than triangles!) or—heaven forbid—eye the rows of easy-peasy Lunchables in the grocery store. But kids need variety—and healthy options—to keep them focused for the afternoon. So when your child scoffs at hearing, “But it’s pizza day in the cafeteria!” here are some inventive takes on the classics.

BENTO BOX IT UP

Fun colors will have your child excited about the food, but fill a bento box container with yummy goodies, and you’ll double their interest!

Tacos—Any Which Way Pack one or two small tortillas and include different toppings for them in the compartments of a sectioned Tupperware container to spice up their day. Ideas include black beans, corn, diced red pepper, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese, lettuce, and cooked chicken or beef from last night’s dinner. Ole! Antipasto Platter This one will take no time at all. Divide sliced salami and cheese, olives and cherry tomatoes. Pack their favorite cracker, and voila! Healthy with a little bit of glam. (For older children, you could even add fun toothpicks so fingers don’t get messy.)

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Cold weather calls for a warm lunch. Choose a thermos that will keep food hot for hours, and load it with their favorites (try chili, soup, spaghetti or mac and cheese).

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Tomato Soup Make a pot for a weeknight dinner to knock out another meal, and send the kiddos to school with the leftovers.

Pack cheddar goldfish for a crunchy topping or a grilled cheese sandwich cut into strips for dunking!

Noodles with Cheese Spend a few minutes boiling noodles in fun shapes and colors, and pack them to stay warm. Drizzle on some olive oil or add a little dab of butter. Put in grated parm or shredded mozzarella for a flavor boost.

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To allow for increased integration, MICDS has built a whole center designed specifically for innovative STEM instruction.

In 2014, it opened its three-level McDonnell Hall and Brauer Hall STEM facility. Highlights include integrated science and math classrooms, specialized labs, space for plant sciences and robotics, a greenhouse and outdoor learning spaces. It also features combined classroom laboratories, or CLABS.

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We’ve transformed the curriculum so that kids who didn’t self-identify as being interested in science would still find the topics compelling.

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MICDS reviewed its curriculum around five years ago to see where it could be improved. The result: a smarter way to approach all topics—not just STEM courses. The school found that although students who were interested in science really enjoyed the science courses, improvements could be made to engage other students, too. “We’ve transformed the curriculum so that kids who didn’t self-identify as being interested in science would still find the topics compelling,” says head of school Lisa Lyles. “It’s resulted in a better way to teach these topics for all kids.”

Now, STEM courses are more integrated. Instead of studying math and science as stand-alone classes, they are being combined whenever it makes sense. “The divisions we imposed on science to separate the disciplines from mathematics had practical reasons, but in reality the interesting work for both students and scientists happens in between those spaces,” Lyle says.

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At The Wilson School, an increased focus on STEM has made the curriculum more flexible, allowing teachers to collaborate on projects and offer integrated instruction and learning. Many student projects combine elements of multiple areas of study.

One example is the first-grade science unit on insects, which incorporates art, engineering and technology. “The students did research using computer and library books, and we discussed what is a reliable resource,” says Melika Panneri, who was named a 2015 Independent Schools of St. Louis Teacher of Distinction for her work in integrating technology throughout the school’s curriculum.

Students then created their own made-up insect with clay, determining its diet, habitat and adaptations. The final component to the unit was hosting a Bug Museum using an augmented reality app to bring the students’ bugs to life with sound and visuals on an iPad. Integrations like this mean increased student engagement: Even if a student doesn’t consider themselves interested in science, they might still be excited for the art or technology portions of the project, for example. “By providing multiple hands-on opportunities to demonstrate key concepts, students are better able to retain and call upon what they’ve learned,” says social studies teacher Kevin McGinnis, who leads a unit on Vikings that incorporates social studies, technology and art.

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I mpact on t h e H u m a n i ti e s Both MICDS and The Wilson School say focusing on their STEM offerings has made everything better. By examining how to engage students in science class, other topics are being approached in more creative ways, as well.

MICDS’ trimester schedule, for example, allows for more electives, which means students can pursue their interests more easily. And the electives aren’t just STEM, of course. They run the gamut from botany to presidential politics. “What we’ve created is a new approach to thinking about how kids construct a transcript,” Lyle says. “Besides the core requirements, we now provide opportunities for students to either graze broadly or gorge deeply into areas they’re passionate about.” One MICDS student, for example, graduated with 21 trimesters in history, the equivalent of seven years. “That meant he always took the maximum number of courses, and every time he had a free slot, he chose history,” Lyle says. “Our registration across the board has increased, not only for AP courses, but also for applied science, history and language courses.”

At The Wilson School, STEM is used to enhance the learning experience in all subjects, and projects often will combine many disciplines. “In elementary school, we are uniquely equipped not to lose sight of how important it is to read and write and make sure you are bringing culture into the experience,” says head of school Thad Falkner. “We’re excited about the movement in STEM, because we believe it addresses a lot of what is necessary for the 21st-century workforce. It’s important for kids to have foundational learning, but some of the educational models of the past don’t support the ideas of critical thinking, creative problem solving and collaboration.”

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Heard [ in the ] halls by karyn meyer Ursuline Academy

Fourteen students from Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School in Essex, England, recently visited Ursuline’s St. Louis campus. The UrsulineLinks program connects students and sisters from the two countries for various service projects. A freshman theology class hosted ‘Tea and Theology,’ where students from both schools discussed the shared history of each, as well as what differentiates the two locations. The British group stayed with host families and visited local attractions, including, of course, Ted Drewes!

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Students enjoyed spending time with 11 exchange students and the principal from a partner school, Alpha and Omega Evangelical School in Denia, Spain.

The Spanish students, who stayed with host families, followed the Westminster class schedule.

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Students in the Kirkwood School District got to meet brothers Pacifique Niyonsenga and Tresor Kwizera of Rwanda, known around the world for their musical performances and message of peace and unity. The two have been featured on CNN and this was their first time in America. Pacifique is a genocide survivor who helped his mom and baby brother Tresor survive his country’s genocidal war. The two young men teach Kinyarwandan dance and drumming and spread a positive message.

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Members of professional cycling teams Alto Velo and LA Sweat met with students to talk about health, fitness and, of course, the sport of bicycling! The cyclists were in town to compete in the Gateway Cup race. Dan Holloway of Alto Velo went on to win the cup.

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The First Lady of footwear, Jane Weitzman, will be in St. Louis on Nov. 19 to speak at a fundraising event for the Jewish Federation of St. Louis. The woman behind Stuart Weitzman, the high-end shoe brand founded by her husband, will share inspiring stories about her volunteer work. She’s the former executive vice president of the iconic shoe company, and spearheaded its philanthropy efforts by raising funds to support breast and ovarian cancer research. She’s also the author of Art & Sole, which showcases about 150 of more than 1,000 fantasy shoes commissioned by artists for window displays in the first Stuart Weitzman boutique, on Madison Avenue.

T&S | Customers loved those creative window

displays. Why do you think they were so drawn to over-the-top artistic shoes?

JW | It’s a risk to put something in your window that’s

not for sale in the store, but people loved the art shoes. They drew customers in. We became like an art gallery on Madison Avenue, and what we did was different from what other stores were doing. People began to look forward to the change in the windows every month. I enjoyed doing it and meeting the artists. The shoe on the cover of the book is from St. Louis artist Sharon Von Senden, whose beautiful work I first saw on the walls and staircase of City Museum.

T&S | You’ve dedicated much of your life

to supporting charities, particularly those involved with ovarian and breast cancer research. Why are those causes so important to you?

JW | My mother died from breast cancer. I became

involved with ovarian cancer when a retail customer asked us to help her raise money. She didn’t make it, even with the best medical care. When I learned that most women don’t know the symptoms of ovarian cancer, I thought it was important to get involved and help educate them. I hope every woman reading this article will Google those symptoms.

T&S | What is the state of philanthropy today?

How did you get involved?

JW | Americans are the most generous people in

the world. Look at how we respond and help others when there is a disaster. I grew up with philanthropic parents. They weren’t wealthy, but they helped everyone they could.

T&S | How do you explain women’s obsession with shoes?

JW | Shoes can change an entire outfit. If a woman

wears a simple black dress, she can change the way it looks for any occasion by changing her shoes. Shoes also can change how you feel, how you look, and how others perceive you.

T&S | What are the must-have styles for this fall and winter?

JW | There are so many beautiful boots, some of

them are even jeweled, and they come in a range of heels from flats to very, very high.

T&S | What’s the shoe equivalent of the ‘little black dress’?

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a peek into the windows of the st. louis retail world by karyn meyer

[ statement jewels ]

If you know jewelry, you know David Webb. The famed American jewelry designer was acclaimed for his bold statement pieces that graced the likes of Jackie Kennedy and Elizabeth Taylor. Designers at the label continue his legacy today. Saks Fifth Avenue will host a trunk show 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 29 through 31 featuring some of the newest and most iconic pieces from the company’s collection.

[ happy first birthday ]

Future Ancestor, a vintage-modern home decor shop on Cherokee Street, is nearing it’s one-year anniversary.

Husband and wife duo Brian and Julia Leenig opened the store last November to offer customers unique furnishings and accessories.

[ shop till you drop ]

Spring will be in the air a little early at Mister Guy Women’s!

The store is hosting a trunk show for the Stizzoli spring collection Nov. 5 through 7. A second trunk show that month, Nov. 12 through 14, will feature accessories from Craig Clovis Showroom

JW | Black pumps in the highest heel a woman is comfortable wearing.

T&S | What’s the best lesson you learned

during your time as executive vice president of Stuart Weitzman?

JW | If you are nice to people and have a great

product, your business will succeed. I grew up in Atlanta, a city where retail customers were treated very well. When we opened our first store, I wanted to create a Southern store on Madison Avenue.

[ new spots in town ]

JW | Stuart is a wonderful and generous person. I

Ellisville has a new shopping destination! La Ville, an upscale women’s boutique, opened this month at 15848 Fountain Plaza Drive next to Lifetime Fitness and Lucky’s Market. The store features apparel, jewelry and accessories by both well-known and emerging designers.

The name, which translates to ‘the city’ in French, reflects the shop’s atmosphere and selection: chic styles perfect for a trendy city girl.

T&S | What do women say to you most often?

JW | The comment I get the most is, ‘Please tell your

Local artists Alaine Peaslee-Hinshaw and Christopher Hinshaw have opened Eclectic Arts, Art & Objects For the Interior & Exterior at 15229A Manchester Road in Ballwin, featuring original and refurbished, one-of-a-kind pieces from 17 artists in the St. Louis area.

T&S | What’s the best and worst parts of being married to a shoe designer?

made a good choice many years ago. The wonderful part is that I have all the shoes I want. The worst part is because he cares so much about his product, he’s away about half the time.

husband to never stop making narrow widths.’ I wear a C-width, but there must be more people with narrow feet than wide ones!

Tickets for Soul to Sole, Nov. 19 at The Ritz-Carlton, start at $54.

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[ pawsitively natural ]

Treats Unleashed, ‘the natural place for pets,’ is expanding into Creve Coeur. The new location at 11617 Olive Blvd. will provide the same services and products as its other five local shops: pet food; fresh-baked, made-fromscratch treats; pet supplies; and professional grooming. Based in St. Louis, the familyowned company also has stores in Leawood, Kansas, and Columbia, Missouri.

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when Jane Weitzman comes to town. The wife of shoe designer Stuart is being hosted by the Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis. The event, L’Chaim! Soul to Sole, takes place Thursday, Nov. 19 at The Ritz-Carlton in an evening of cocktails, dinner and a formal program.

Jewish Federation of St. Louis is the Jewish community’s central philanthropic, planning and community-building organization; this event is co-chaired by Angela Flotken, Galia Movitz and Sheri Sherman.

Jane Weitzman served as executive vice president of Stuart Weitzman and the founding vice president of Stuart Weitzman Retail. She spearheaded philanthropy for the company by generating funds to support breast and ovarian cancer research and awareness. During the evening in St. Louis, she will share inspiring stories about her volunteer work with the global Jewish community. She is the author of Art & Sole, which chronicles the highly popular ‘fantasy shoes’ created by the company over the years and used as window displays.

Now, what do you wear to an event like this? The invitation states ‘pumped up; chic.’ For starters, wearing a pair of Stuart Weitzman shoes would be a nice way to show support for her visit. I predict women of all ages will be in attendance, which means you’ll see shoes of all heights, from flat to towering. Since the gathering is on a weekday, both business attire and cocktail attire would fit the bill. There are some great fall fashion looks you might want to incorporate for the evening: floral, fringe, flared pants, leather, suede, and (faux) fur trim. Wear fashion colors of gray, merlot, red, camel, olive, orange or cobalt blue.

When in doubt, find your favorite LBD (little black dress) and focus on the accessories.

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[ tricks of the trade ] Q| How can I incorporate marsala, Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year, in small ways into my wardrobe? I think it may be too dark to wear directly against my skin.

A| Marsala, an earthy shade of red, or terra-cotta, can easily be worn as an accent color in accessories such as a vest, wrap,

belt, shoes or handbag. Mix a complementary color, say olive, or a black and cream combination with the marsala and pull it all together with a print scarf that incorporates those colors.

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Covenant House Missouri, which helps and empowers homeless, runaway and at-risk youth to live independently, hosts its fourth annual Executive Sleep-Out Event Nov. 19.

Pictured on the cover: event co-chairs Robin and Tim Wentworth with Covenant House clients Caleb and Patience and dog Bolt. For more information, call 314.450.7685 or visit covenanthousemo.org.

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support [teen Covenant House Missouri by stephanie zeilenga

Event co-chair Robin Wentworth, executive director Suzanne Wagener, and co-chair Tim Wentworth with Covenant House clients Caleb and Patience

One young woman recently graduated from UMSL with a nursing degree, well on her way to a successful career. But she wasn’t always on a positive

path. Homeless as a teen, she faced numerous traumatic experiences. Thankfully, she found her way to Covenant House Missouri (CHMO), which helps and empowers homeless, runaway and at-risk youth. “That young lady, who spent a year in our transitional living program, had a dream for herself, and we’re so proud of what she’s accomplished,” says CHMO executive director Suzanne Wagener.

Established locally in 1998, CHMO is an affiliate of Covenant House International, which operates 21 sites in six countries. Each year, the local chapter, which works with teens between the ages of 16 and 21, reaches thousands through its programs and intensive outreach efforts. Food, shelter and a warm bed are the most immediate needs of homeless youth, but CHMO goes far beyond the basics. “Our mission is to accept any youth regardless of circumstance or background,” Wagener says. “We get them to a safe place, stabilize them, and provide them with support and the resources they need to function as independent members of the community.”

There are many reasons, all heartbreaking, for teens to become homeless, Wagener says. “Family dysfunction is the No. 1 reason, but it can be anything from chemical dependency to chronic poverty or mental illness,” she explains. Besides emergency shelter, CHMO provides educational resources, job and life skills training, personal counseling, and drug abuse support and prevention services. Its extensive transitional living program houses teens for up to two years and teaches them vital life skills like paying rent, creating a budget and holding down a job.

Many CHMO teens are in a precarious emotional or psychological state, and to better care for them, the nonprofit is moving toward a trauma-informed care model, Wagener explains. “The kids we work with have had multiple traumas, which impacts their mental, emotional and cognitive development,” she says.

“This model helps us understand, recognize and respond to the effects of all types of trauma, and it helps us to more effectively meet the youth where they are by caring for the whole individual—physically, psychologically and emotionally. The focus is on helping them rebuild a sense of control and empowerment.”

To provide vital services to St. Louis’ homeless teens and help them thrive, CHMO relies on community support, including through its upcoming Executive Sleep-Out Event Nov. 19. After touring the facility and learning about CHMO’s work, attendees will participate in roundtable discussions with CHMO teens.

Then, sleepers go outside to brave the cold night. Last year, approximately 30 executives participated, raising more than $200,000. This year’s sleepers include event co-chairs Robin and Tim Wentworth, CEO of Express Scripts. Also attending are CHMO board chair Paul Kindl and wife Donna, and Diane Compardo of Moneta Group.

“People walk away with a different perspective on what a homeless teen is like,” Wagener says. “They understand that these kids have dreams and goals similar to those of their own teens at home, but they lack the resources to be able to fulfill them or are lost and need guidance and support.”

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[ tani sushi ]

7726 forsyth blvd. | 314 296.8069

[ amuse bouche ] The Scene:

Sleek, modern sushi lounge

The Chef/owner:

Eric Heckman

The Prices:

$3 to $4.50 nigiri $6 to $15 maki $14 to $21 entrees

The Favorites:

Seaweed Salad, Gyozas, David Backes roll, OMG roll, Grilled Sea Bass

The long-awaited new Tani Sushi has finally opened in its Centene Plaza location on Forsyth Boulevard, and it’s pretty impressive. Sleek and clubby inside, the space has a contemporary, cosmopolitan vibe. It feels much bigger than the previous location on Bemiston Avenue, with a long communal table in the center room, a large bar area and a more conventional dining room with great windows looking out on the street.

As for the food, nothing has changed, menu-wise.

There’s a wide selection of nigiri, maki and specialty rolls, as well as a smaller offering of traditional Japanese foods like gyoza, teriyaki entrees, shumai, etc.

For starters, you can’t go wrong with the gyoza ($6), doughy fried dumplings filled with chopped shrimp and pan-browned in oil—excellent all around. Another winner is the seaweed salad ($5), crisp green shreds tossed with sesame seeds, sesame oil and sweet vinegar.

It’s bursting with flavors in the Japanese ideal: to excite the taste buds with an interplay of various flavor groups, in this case sweet, salty, tangy and umami.

Undoubtedly what people come here for, though, is the sushi, and Tani is known for an impressive selection of specialty rolls that offer interesting seafood combinations and sauces to elicit that interplay of flavors. A purist may say sushi is all about the quality and variety of the fish, in particular the nigiri, or raw fish over vinegar rice.

But seeing the crowds at places like Tani shows there is plenty of room for variations on this theme: Americans like their Caterpillar and OMG rolls, too.

Speaking of the Oh My God ($14), it’s pretty tasty, and it comes to the table flaming inside a tin foil ‘boat.’ Composed of shrimp, crab, avocado and shrimp tempura, the rice roll is dressed with two sauces that add elements of creaminess and tanginess to the flavors of crab and shrimp. An unusual touch is the char on top resulting from the flambé finish. It leaves you with a bit of grill flavor you wouldn’t expect in a raw roll.

Our other specialty roll, the David Backes ($15), is another panoply of elements that work together well.

Raw salmon and tuna are rolled with creamy avocado

and covered with tobiko, black and red fish eggs, and eel sauce. It was all tasty, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures.

When it came to the nigiri, the raw fish proudly served atop rice in Japanese tradition, the offerings we tasted here were a bit disappointing. We ordered hamachi (yellowtail) and white tuna ($3 each), but neither had the sleek gleam or clean taste of premium fish.

If you like hot Japanese entrees, though, I’ve always found the teriyaki here delicious. It is sweet and salty and somewhat addictive, offered a choice of steak, chicken or fish. The Grilled Sea Bass ($21) was a good example, with fabulous flavor and a nice crisp grilled finish enhanced by a light brushing of tasty sauce. Plus it came with Tani’s version of fried rice, soy-browned rice dotted with veggies and coated with oil. Entrees come with miso soup and side salad. The soup, yellow miso, had a smoky, sweet and sour taste that was quite nice. The salad was less than stellar, though, tasting a bit prefab, with tired iceberg.

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Miso: A paste made from fermented soybeans, salt and a fungus called koji in Japanese.

Tempura: A traditional Japanese batter made with rice flour, ice water and eggs, this is lighter and less greasy than breadcrumb batters. Interestingly, it originated in Portugal, not Japan.

Umami: A ‘fifth’ taste described as savory, which is high in amino acids and now recognized as a legitimate addition to salty, sweet, bitter and sour.

» owner eric heckman PEDIGREE

I grew up in the restaurant world: my mother owned restaurants. I managed sushi restaurants and my wife has been a sushi chef for the last 15 years.

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[ aftertaste ] »I’ve always found Tani to be a cut above most Japanese spots, in terms of ambiance and flair.

The new spot is pretty flashy and fun!

— larry m. of clayton

» Love the specialty rolls and the cocktails. Also enjoy seeing the sushi made in the open area.

— sally f. of brentwood

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Gerard Craft announced he’s handing over his executive chef toque to Nate Hereford, who worked his way up the ranks from cook, to sous to chef de cuisine at Niche over the past six years. Craft is probably busy opening his new downtown spot, not to mention being a two-time dad!

[ fired-up ]

Business is booming for Sugarfire’s owner/chef Mike Johnson. After opening the latest ‘cuery in Valley Park (Hwy. 141 and I-44), Johnson is now at four locations, with plans to take Sugarfire to six. The newest digs offer a separate entrance for the grab-and-go clientele. In addition, Johnson took ninth place in the ‘Overall Sides’ category at barbecue’s World Series, The American Royal, where more than 600 pit teams vied for honors.

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Joule, Butler’s Pantry’s hip, stand-alone 4,200-square-foot event space, just opened at the old City Hospital at the edge of Lafayette Square. ‘Modern industrial’ best describes its look and feel; the space also is occupied by the climbing gym Climb So iLL and Element bistro. A new courtyard bridges the gap between Joule and its sister operation, the Palladium.

[ full house ]

Sam Boettler has taken up residence as chef at The Planter’s House, replacing Bradley Hoffmann who left last month. Expect the new fall menu to reflect Boettler’s affection for French bistro fare and comfort foods.

[ cheerio ]

Sad farewell to Dooley’s Beef ‘n’ Brew House, the iconic burger haven, where scoops of creamy cheese-crowned patties were grilled on the original flat-top saved from its former downtown location. Second-generation burger meister Sean Dooley said the prime culprit was lack of walk-in trade, especially when the Fox goes dark in the off-season.

[ tough call ]

The game ends Oct. 30 for J.Buck’s and Joe Buck’s restaurants. It was a tough call for owner Doug Albrecht, who made the decision with the blessing of the Buck family. But they went out on a high note, donating 10 percent of sales to St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Now that’s a winner!

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People, Places, Products ] 1 | Kodner Gallery

Kodner Gallery announces new inventory for the fall and upcoming holiday season! Stop by the gallery or visit us online to view our new arrivals.

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2 | Missouri Floor Company

Missouri Floor will use the same care in your home as it did in the Whittemore House at Washington University, the Vouziers Mansion on the Missouri River bluffs and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Clayton. We’ve provided flooring in St. Louis for 105 years.

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12 | Prints Charming Gallery

Give the extraordinary this holiday season, like Austrian crystal jeweled frames and boxes by Olivia Riegel.

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13 | Amini’s

Amini’s is celebrating 40 years in business. From traditional to modern and contemporary styles, Amini’s has something for everyone in dining sets, bedroom furniture, living room, outdoor and lighting.

Looking for a furry addition to your family? Contact Kennelwood’s Pet Matchmaker at 314.446.1011 or petmatchmaker@kennelwood.com for free help finding the right pet for your family and lifestyle.

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Jill Worobec, a certified kitchen designer, collaborates with clients to develop their ideas and bring them to life in a well-functioning design.

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6 | John Mineo’s Italian Restaurant

John and Anna Mineo celebrate their 45th year in business at their newly remodeled restaurant, the perfect venue to host your next event!

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9 | Elleard Heffern Fine Jewelers

Lika Behar’s ruby and diamond earrings in 24kt. gold and dark silver are bewitching! $1,725

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10 | The Fur Boutique

For fabulous must-have capes, fur coats and accessories for fall, visit The Fur Boutique located inside Giddyup Jane.

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Promenade tile by Waterworks celebrates the centuries-old tradition of making cement tiles by combining natural materials and artisanal craftsmanship. The eco-friendly collection is available only at Immerse.

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[ movies ]t&s saw it!

NOW-1/15 robert motherwell: painting and collages

Bridge of Spies

» This is a fascinating two-plus hours for anyone

The Greenberg Gallery | Free | thegreenberggallery.com In the diverse collection, surrealist Robert Motherwell highlights the use of irregular shapes and bold color.

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NOW-12/5 Tom Huck: Hopeless Americana

Gallery 210 | University of Missouri-St. Louis | Free | gallery210.umsl.edu

NOW-12/19 Zlatko Cosic: South Slavic Requiem David Bruno Gallery | Free | davidbrunogallery.com

11/1-11/28 ‘Impressions’ by Scott Petty and ‘Survivors IV’

by Omer Huremovic

interested in the Cold War years. America is still a land of innocence and black-or-white idealism: the American way of life is perfect, Communism is evil. It’s 1958, and when prominent insurance attorney James Donovan (Tom Hanks) is picked for the pro bono defense of Soviet spy Rudolf Abel, he gets to see the enormous gray areas of both democracy and socialism. Much of the action takes place in post-war East Berlin, just as the wall is going up, and it is filmed in an appropriately dingy, cold and gray manner. Hanks is very appealing as the lawyer whose principles can’t

be shaken by anything: not by irrational Eastern Bloc wheeling and dealing, or the clandestine intransigence of the CIA or the indignant wrath of his co-workers and other fellow New Yorkers. This is a tale based on true events, and it’s fascinating to learn at the end of the film what happened to the key characters as they continued their lives beyond 1960.

Should You See It? Yes, absolutely, as Spielberg attempted to give us as truthful a view of 1958-60 America as one can in a couple of hours. —D.W. Viewed at Chase Park Plaza Cinemas

Compônere Gallery of Art | Free | componere.com

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10/30 & 31 a dead man’s party starring master illusionist keith jozsef Black Box Theater | Kranzberg Arts Center $40 - $60 | keithjozsef.com At the 14th annual event, Jozsef entertains with slight-of-hand illusions and other magical tricks.

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10/30 Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy

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11/3 Author Greg Renoff Discusses Van Halen Rising

Rock the Kasbah | Steve Jobs Jem and the Holograms | Labyrinth of Lies

11/7 Grecian Kitchen Holiday Open House

OPENING FRIDAY

Classic of the week

Peabody Opera House | 7 p.m. | $44.50 - $199 | peabodyoperahouse.com Left Bank Books-CWE | 7 p.m. | Free | left-bank.com

St. Nicholas Philoptochos Society | St. Nicholas Family Center-Town & Country Free admittance; food and crafts for sale | sngoc.org

Truth | Our Brand is Crisis | Burnt | Room

The Gift | Extraordinary Tales The Wolfpack Oklahoma! (1955) | Wehrenberg Des Pers 14 Cine | 1:55 and 7 p.m., Nov. 1; 7 p.m. Nov. 2

[ theater ]

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Missouri Ballet Theatre Edison Theatre | 7:30 p.m. $25 | edison.wustl.com The professional dance company performs a dramatic rendition of the classic Dracula story, just in time for Halloween.

Saint Louis Science Center | 5 p.m.

Free admission, fees for some activities | slsc.org Families can experience the Haunted Lab and watch It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown in the Omnimax theater.

The Pageant | 8 p.m. $27.50 | thepageant.com Kearney stops in St. Louis to promote his fourth album, Just Kids.

10/29 & 30 dracula »

NOW-11/15 The Studio Theatre Series: I And You

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis | Loretto Hilton Center-Emerson Theatre | $42 - $65 repstl.org

11/6-11/8 Mamma Mia!

The Fox Theatre $35- $100 | fabulousfox.com

10/29 science spooktacular

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NOW-1/24/2016 A Very Eric Carle Exhibit The Magic House | Free with $10 admission magichouse.org

10/31 Family Day Block Party

Contemporary Art Museum, Pulitzer Arts Foundation and The Sheldon | 10 a.m. | Free | camstl.org

11/1-11/22 Books and Butterflies

Butterfly House | 11 a.m. | General admission cost butterflyhouse.org

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10/29 Janet Jackson

Chaifetz Arena 8 p.m. | $26 - $122 thechaifetzarena.com

10/30-11/1 Back to the Future (movie and live score) St. Louis Symphony Powell Hall | $30 - $70 stlsymphony.org

11/1 Arianna String Quartet: Autumn Kammerraku!

The Touhill Performing Arts Center | $27 | touhill.org

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Jon & Whitney Fogel of Kirkwood

Grandparents

Lynne & the late Cantor Edward Fogel of Chesterfield; Steve & Dena Ferman of Creve Coeur

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giovanni pasquale marino ii March 8 6 lbs., 1 oz.

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claire elizabeth reeder Aug. 19 9 lbs., 11 oz.

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but the milestone had extra significance for Ashleigh and her daughter Evynn, who was born with profound hearing loss in both ears. “We were told Evynn possibly just had fluid in her ears or had an infection, but we always had a gut feeling that things weren’t right,” Ashleigh says. They visited multiple health practitioners before getting a definitive answer from Dr. Dary Costa, SLUCare otolaryngologist at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital.

Children born with severe hearing loss don’t have to live with the condition, Costa says. One option is cochlear implants. From the outside, the implant looks like a normal hearing aid and can be removed easily at night. The internal part of the implant goes underneath the skin and is connected by an electric wire to the inner ear. “It takes sound, breaks it down, and sends it to the proper place in the cochlea, which the body interprets as sound,” Costa explains.

SLUCare’s Cochlear Implant Program consists of a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, audiologists, speech pathologists and social workers. Besides testing patients to determine whether they’re a good fit for the procedure, the program also provides speech mapping and can help families connect with rehabilitation services. “We have a coordinated effort among our team, and we take a balanced approach in trying to identify who would benefit the most from implants,” Costa says.

“Once a child is determined to have severe to profound loss in both ears, we try hearing aids,” he explains. “If the aids don’t help, we then consider them a candidate for surgery.”

Evynn had implants placed in both ears when she was 14 months old. Doing the procedure early can help a child’s speech and language development dramatically, Costa says. “The brain is very moldable at an early age, and the earlier the implant is performed, the better the child will be at listening and understanding,” he explains. “It allows them to form the neural pathways necessary for hearing and speech.”

While cochlear implants have been available for decades to those with profound hearing loss, the requirements for surgery recently have been loosened. “We’re now considering as candidates some children who still have residual hearing,” Costa says. “The goal with these patients is to preserve their natural hearing abilities.”

Now nearly 5 years old, Evynn is preparing to transition from The Moog Center for Deaf Education to kindergarten in her home school district. It has taken Evynn awhile to learn to use the device and live in a world with sound, but it was worth it, her mom says. “It wasn’t long before she was getting up in the morning, pointing to her implants and asking for them to be put on,” she relates. “It’s still amazing to hear her talk. We have an older daughter who is 8, and I don’t think there’s a greater joy than seeing them be able to talk and play together.”

Pictured on the cover: SLUCare pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Dary Costa with Evynn. Dr. Costa practices at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. For more information, call 314.268.4010 or visit slucare.edu/cochlear.

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Parents never stop worrying about their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health, from the day they learn they are pregnant until long after their little one has left the nest. We asked area experts to shed light on some of the biggest issues facing children and parents today, and the latest advancements to help protect kids from womb to adulthood.

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PRENATAL SURGERY

Performing surgery on a baby inside the womb sounds like the stuff of science fiction. Thanks to sophisticated new surgical procedures, however, doctors are able to treat certain life-threatening and disabling defects before birth, offering new hope to families facing the most difficult circumstances.

Brave New World

The first open-fetal surgery was performed nearly 35 years ago. The procedure wasn’t widely available, however, until 2011, after an eight-year study sponsored by the National Institutes of Health. Clinical trial results showed the surgery could significantly improve outcomes for babies with spina bifida.

As technology has improved, so have options for prenatal interventions. In addition to openfetal surgery, there are minimally invasive treatments that use ultrasound-guided needles or telescope-guided lasers. These procedures are used to treat a handful of conditions, but high-risk maternal-fetal physicians say new options are on the horizon to treat even more expectant mothers and their babies.

Only a few medical teams in St. Louis offer these complex and challenging prenatal procedures, which can present significant risks for both mother and baby. “We’re lucky to have organizations willing to put these teams together to help these babies,” says Dr. Emanuel Vlastos, SLUCare OB/GYN and director of the St. Louis Fetal Care Institute. “There are still places in America that don’t know these options exist.”

Open Fetal Surgery

The riskiest form of prenatal intervention is open-fetal surgery. The mother is placed under general anesthesia and both she and the baby are given pain medications. The surgeon opens the abdomen like in a C-section, makes an incision in the uterus, then performs surgery on the baby while it’s still in the womb.

After surgery, mom stays in the hospital for about five days to rule out complications. “The babies aren’t in any trouble in utero. The repair is done to try and give them a better life after they are born,” explains Vlastos.

The procedure is most commonly used for cases of myelomeningocele, the most severe form of spina bifida, at 19 to 25 weeks gestation. The surgery decreases the need to later place a shunt in the baby’s brain to divert fluid, Vlastos says, and also can improve a child’s neurologic function, allowing him to walk and have bladder and bowel control.

It is major surgery for both mom and baby, and there are risks of infection, bleeding and preterm delivery. About 40 percent of women who undergo the procedure have ruptured membranes and must be hospitalized until the baby can be delivered safely at 34 to 37 weeks. “Mom is electing to undergo a procedure to try for a better life for her baby,” Vlastos notes.

Minimally Invasive Procedures

Less invasive than open-fetal surgery is a fetoscopic procedure, where the surgeon makes a tiny incision to insert a telescope and laser into the uterus. This typically requires only an overnight hospital stay. This is most common with twin-twin transfusion syndrome, where one baby is getting too much blood and the other too little. The laser is used at about 20 weeks to burn the babies’ shared blood vessels to restore balance. In the past, almost all twins with this condition died. Today, 80 percent can survive, Vlastos says. “This has really changed the outcome for this disease,” he notes.

The least risky prenatal intervention is a needle-based, ultrasound-guided procedure frequently used for fetal transfusions. When a fetus suffers from anemia, or low red blood cells, giving donor blood is the only option for survival. Severe anemia is caused by Rh incompatibility (when a mother’s antibodies destroy fetal blood cells) or a viral infection.

“Now with advanced ultrasound technologies, we can screen babies weekly without amniocentesis to identify those who need transfusion,” says Dr. Alison Cahill a high-risk obstetrician at Washington University. Babies typically require repeated transfusions throughout the pregnancy, but most survive and are delivered at term. In the past, none could survive. “We are constantly learning more and improving what we can bring to families,” she says. “We are at a great advantage now because so much progress has been made.”

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THE AUTISM SPECTRUM One in 68 children is autistic, which means almost everyone knows someone with the brain development disorder. It also means every parent worries their own child may exhibit symptoms of the condition, for which there is no known cause, prevention or cure. October is Autism Awareness Month.

Defining Autism A general term for a group of complex brain-development disorders, autism is characterized by varying difficulties with social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and repetitive behaviors. For many years, the American Psychiatric Association’s diagnostic manual divided autism into several disorders of varying severity. Considerable overlap among the conditions caused confusion, however, so in 2013 the organization reclassified them all into one umbrella diagnosis, autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

“Every child with autism is unique,” says Dr. Ujjwal Ramtekkar, psychiatrist with Mercy Kids Autism Center. While 25 percent of people with ASD are nonverbal, about 40 percent have average to above-average intellectual abilities. “It’s a spectrum, and it’s difficult to tell early on where the child is going to end up,” he says.

ASD is the fastest-growing developmental disorder in the country, Ramtekkar adds, increasing tenfold in the last 40 years.

More than 3 million people in the U.S. are on the autism spectrum, and boys are four to five times more likely to be affected than girls. Improved diagnosis is likely one reason for the rapidly growing number of ASD cases, Ramtekkar says. “There’s much more awareness and understanding.”

Know the Signs Identifying autism early helps create the best possible outcomes, and about two-thirds of all cases can be diagnosed before a child is 18 months old, says Dr. John Constantino, child psychiatrist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. “The subtle cases take longer, but most of autism is diagnosed by 3 or 4 years of age.”

Parents of infants and toddlers should watch for red-flag symptoms and contact their pediatrician if these are observed.

These symptoms include avoiding eye contact, having trouble understanding other people’s feelings, delayed speech, repeating words over and over, flapping their hands or rocking their body, and getting upset by minor changes. “You want to provide young children as much support as possible, as early as possible,” Constantino says.

Autism cannot be seen on an MRI, but a pediatrician can rule out other diseases or conditions and has access to specialized diagnostic tools to assist in an ASD diagnosis. “Parents shouldn’t jump to a conclusion,” Ramtekkar says. “We have to consider all the possibilities before we make a diagnosis.”

There is Hope Although there is not yet a cure for autism, help is available.

After a pediatrician gives an initial diagnosis, the child may be referred to a developmental pediatrician, a child neurologist or a child psychiatrist with training in autism, Constantino says. Each autism intervention plan is unique, but most typically involve behavioral treatments, medicines or both.

“In St. Louis, we also have two state-supported diagnostic centers of excellence, one at Cardinal Glennon and one at Washington University, which are designed to minimize wait times so a child can get intervention right away,” Constantino says. Parents can educate themselves on ASD treatments and resources by downloading a 100 Day Kit at autismspeaks.org.

New genomic technologies also look promising, Constantino says. While screening found a genetic link in only 1 percent of autism cases 10 years ago, that number is now near 30 percent, he says. “As the pace of science moves along, there will be a day when linking a child’s condition to a specific genetic variation will have implications on which treatments may work better.”

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the heroin epidemic Each year, about 30,000 12-to-17-year-olds try heroin for the first time, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health.

Although still uncommon, use of the potentially fatal drug has doubled in the last 10 years. Concerned parents should educate themselves on the epidemic, know the warning signs of heroin use and learn about treatment options.

A Growing Problem

Heroin use more than doubled among young adults ages 18 to 25 in the past decade, according to the Centers for Disease Control, and the number of heroin-related overdose deaths has increased 286 percent since 2002. Addiction to the opiate affects all ages, races, genders and incomes. The problem spans the nation, but abuse has increased most dramatically in the Midwest.

“The epidemic is very much tied to increased access to the drug,” says Percy Menzies, president of Assisted Recovery Centers of America, which has two outpatient treatment facilities in the St. Louis area. The amount of heroin seized at the Mexican border quadrupled in the 2000s, making the drug cheaper, he says.

Fueling the problem is the ease with which a person can become addicted to heroin. Whether smoked, snorted or injected, the drug gets to the brain quickly to cause an almost immediate rush. “The high you get from heroin is very pronounced,” Menzies says. “It gives your body a jolt that’s hard to ignore. Once you like it, you want more of it. If you have easy access to the drug, the addiction spreads quickly.”

Be Alert to Signs

Among children and young adults, Menzies says, alcohol is the common gateway into heroin use. “This is a time they experiment and are extremely vulnerable to peer pressure.”

If they enjoy alcohol, he says, children may up the ante by taking a friend’s prescription pills or stealing from parents’ medicine cabinet. Painkillers like Vicodin are made from the same poppy plant as heroin, but addicts often switch to the illegal drug because it’s cheaper and easier to find.

The effects of heroin can be subtle. “They are extremely good at hiding it,” Menzies says. Early signs include a lack of interest in school, falling grades, violating curfew and

sleeping a lot. “One of the biggest red flags is a sudden change of friends.” Parents also can watch for track marks, pinpoint pupils, a difficulty focusing and heavy blinking.

Once the addiction is in full swing, “it’s almost a prerequisite of the addiction to lie, cheat and steal,” Menzies says. Watch for missing spoons (used for cooking heroin), prescription medications and money.

Getting help

If you suspect your child is using heroin, act quickly because addiction can be treated. “The challenge we have is, unlike with other illnesses, the treatment of addiction is not standardized,” Menzies says. Contact the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence to find services near you, then interview providers about their programs.

“If you don’t have a clear strategy to protect these patients, you have an unacceptably high rate of relapse,” Menzies adds. Ask the treatment center if they offer medical detox and cognitive counseling, and how they help the child avoid relapse after he or she returns home.

The best treatment, of course, is prevention. Menzies says too many parents fail to educate children about the risks of heroin and other drugs. Counting on schools to take the lead is also a bad strategy, he says. “I’m shocked at how many school nurses and counselors don’t know anything about heroin.” That may explain why fewer 12 to 17 year olds today view using heroin once or twice a week as a ‘big risk’ than this age group did in 2009.

“Heroin is here to stay,” Menzies says. “The more parents learn about it, the better. Talk to your youngsters by age 14 about the dangers. Also, assure them that you love them and, if something happens, they can come to you right away.”

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My husband and I purchased this fixer-upper because of the wonderful wooded setting and open floor plan. But when it comes to the front, it disappears and lacks curb appeal. What might you suggest to give it a more striking personality than its current plain and gloomy appearance?

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My first reaction to your photo was … “Where is the front door?” I assume it’s at the end of the walkway, but wherever it is, it should be the most prominent element on the front façade. You will see that I show a new, curved, stone retaining wall (with lantern) to help point visitors in the right direction. A long border of red, shade-loving impatiens will help contrast the gloom.

You also will observe that I’ve changed the color of the façade but left the trim color the same. This helps give the architecture a sense of detail currently missing by being all the same color. A new lower-level window also helps give a reason for all that unadorned siding.

Finally, you will see landscape upgrades at the foundation and the curb; they bring a sense of order without feeling too ‘manicured.’ I have also removed two of the trees to open up the view to the house without undercutting the forested feel. Hopefully, this brightens your outlook on the situation.

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Help your guests get all the rest they need with stylish, room-darkening blinds or shades. Silhouette A Deux window shades from Hunter Douglas feature a Silhouette room-darkening roller shade on a single headrail for three ambience choices: translucent, dimming and room darkening.

Photo: Hunter Douglas

A guest bedroom should be more than just a place to sleep.

Imagine how welcome your houseguests will feel when you create a homey retreat for them, a place they can go to rest, read and, yes, sleep.

by amy burger

reading material

Lose the TV and offer your guests a stocked shelf of quality reading material, from books to photo-heavy periodicals. The sleek Array Bookcase in silver from CB2 has just a 14-inch footprint, making it especially ideal for smaller spaces. Each removable shelf can hold up to 9 pounds.

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handy hooks

A stylish strip of wall hooks provides a quick and easy place for guests to hang jackets, purses, hats, scarves and more. West Elm’s Geo Multi Hook is as striking as it is functional. Made of steel with an antique brass finish, it looks great even when empty.

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comfy bed

A good night’s sleep is of course the top priority, but an ultra-comfy bed doesn’t have to break the bank. The affordable Yogabed uses an advanced layered system specifically designed to support the body by dispersing weight evenly and reducing pressure points that cause tossing and turning. It’s available locally at The Back Store.

OPEN SUN 1–3

40 BERKSHIRE DRIVE | $899,000 Gorgeous 5BR/4BA/3,900+ SF home. Ladue schools. Newer hardwood floors throughout, outstanding master bedroom, professional landscaping, sprinkler system, outdoor lighting, salt water PebbleTec® pool and much more!

Proud to be Locally Owned and Operated Since 1936

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NEW LISTINGS

245 N. PRICE ROAD | $999,000 Open Sun. 2-4. 19-year-old 4BR/4BA 3,900+SF home on private .7-acre lot.

Open floor plan, main floor master, separate office, gorgeous backyard and more!

2987 JOYCE COURT | $128,900 Three bedrooms, 1.5 bath home on quiet cul-de-sac. Fenced yard. One car attached garage.

CLAYTON/RICHMOND HEIGHTS

$ 4 BRENTMOOR PARK | $2,990,000 Gorgeous Georgian-style home on 1.5+ acres. Impeccably manicured lawn, pool, carriage house, greenhouse, much more!

$ 35 BRENTMOOR PARK | $2,229,000 Architectural masterpiece, grand staircase, updated kitchen and baths. Pool, carriage house, 3-car garage.

26 SOUTHMOOR DRIVE | $1,100,000 Stately 2.5-story on sought after Clayton street. Large yard with pool. 6BR/4.5BA. 40 BERKSHIRE DRIVE | $899,000 Gorgeous 3,900+ SF home. Ladue schools.

Newer wood floors throughout, outstanding master BR, pebble tech pool.

LADUE

:: 10123 WINDING RIDGE | $2,295,000 3 acre estate, lighted tennis court. Circle drive. 4-car garage. 6BR/9BA/9FP, 10,000SF. 14 OVERHILLS DRIVE | $2,295,000 Extraordinary French manse on 3 exceptionally private, manicured acres.

Pebble tec pool. 5BR/4.5BA/7,200SF. 2120 SOUTH WARSON ROAD | $2,275,000 See new look in online pictures. Exquisite, in design home. Main floor master, pool, screened lanai, 4-car garage on 3.3 acres.

:: 1 PILLSBURY PLACE | $1,450,000 Spacious, newer Ladue home. Finished lower level, main floor master suite, 3-car garage, 1+ acre. 5BR.

:: 320 NORTH MOSLEY ROAD | $1,790,000 Stately Southern Colonial on 2.3 secluded acres. Uncompromising attention to detail.

Ladue schools. 6,000+ SF, 6BR/5.5BA.

61 BRIARCLIFF | $1,149,000 Two-story home on corner lot. Updated kitchen, finished lower level, pool.

5BR/4 full, 2 half baths.

:: 38 COUNTRY FAIR LANE | $559,000 Meticulously maintained, creatively renovated and tastefully decorated.

3BR/4BA/2,207SF. High-end finishes, finished lower level and main floor laundry.

9119 CLAYTON ROAD | $939,500 Magnificent setting in Ladue on 1 acre.

Expansive circle drive & parking court.

Fully improved, restored w/exceptional master suite. 4BR/4BA/4,600SF. 15 CLERMONT LANE | $899,000 English cottage in the heart of Ladue with amazing gardens. Renovated kitchen.

Updated main level master. 4BR/3.5BA. :: 52 WILLOW HILL | $699,000 Walking distance to Reed School. 3,147SF, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, open kitchen/ breakfast/family room, pool.

73 CLERMONT LANE | $669,900 Classic center-hall Georgian Colonial.

Pristine condition. 3,400SF/4BR/4BA. Updated kitchen and new hearth room. $ 20 S. TEALBROOK | $499,000 Beautiful updates, 4BR ranch, finished lower level, 3-car garage, hardwood floors and private back yard. Ladue schools.

15 GLEN CREEK LANE | $499,900 Add personal touches to ranch in heart of Ladue or build on desirable lane with many newer homes.

7 TREEBROOK LANE | $499,000 Charming 3BR/2.5 BA home on soughtafter Ladue cul-de-sac with beautiful patio/yard and attached 3-car garage.

OLIVETTE 8 LISA DRIVE | $825,000 Spacious home across from MICDS. Ladue schools. Finished LL w/workout room, wine cellar, outdoor living area, pool. 4BR/4.5BA.

TOWN & COUNTRY :: 13215 THORNFIELD LANE | $875,000 Executive 2-story. Pool. Geothermal.

Extremely private. 4BR/5BA/5,000SF. #6 GLAIZEVIEW ROAD | $805,000 Fabulous opportunity to build on 2.66 private acres in Town & Country. Price includes Dick Busch architectural plans.

KIRKWOOD/DES PERES :: 330 E. ARGONNE DRIVE | $1,099,000 Historic Kirkwood home. Meticulously maintained, updated. Open plan, 4 FPs, fabulous entertaining and outdoor living. $ 12443 BALLAS MEADOWS | $812,500 Newer home across from Des Peres Park.

Exceptional finishes. Open floor plan, main level master, huge deck, 3-car garage.

4BR/3.5BA.

CHESTERFIELD/BALLWIN

CREVE COEUR

:: 1460 PACLAND PLACE | $675,000 5BR/4,299SF 3+ private Chesterfield acres yet close to the Valley. 3-car garage plus oversized attached 2-car workshop.

47 WILLIAMSBURG ROAD | $2,480,000 Country French manse. 1.2 acres, main floor master, Viking kitchen, Saltwater pool. 6BR/9BA.

494 BRIGHTSPUR | $249,000 3BR/2BA spacious ranch with beautiful backyard with two private patios. Located on quiet cul-de-sac.

ST. ALBANS 2271 TALON COURT | $4,999,999 Exceptional estate w/exceptional views atop St. Albans bluffs. 10,000+SF living space.

CONDOS/TOWNHOMES :: 8024 PERSHING AVENUE | $648,000 Old Town Clayton townhome. 3,500 +/-SF. 4BR/3.5BA. 2 parking spaces, pool access.

622 FOREST COURT, #1C | $639,000 Luxury 2BR/2BA first floor condo. Expansive private terrace. :: 710 SOUTH HANLEY, #8B | $349,000 Exquisite 8th floor completely updated condo with stunning Clayton skyline views.

In-unit washer/dryer. 2BR/2BA. 400 PURDUE AVENUE, #3 | $225,000 3BR/2BA/1,466 SF condo. Updated kitchen and baths within walking distance to Clayton. :: 2323 LOCUST STREET, #211 | $224,900 City living at its finest. Unique two-story loft. 3BR/2BA with top-of-the-line finishes.

Rooftop pool. Two secure garage spaces. :: 200 S. BRENTWOOD BLVD., #5B | $169,900 Fabulous views of Shaw Park from popular full service condo tower with balcony!

2BR/1.5 BA. :: 950 RUE DE LA BANQUE #115 | $129,900 Freshly updated 2BR/2BA with in-unit laundry, separate outdoor deck and patio!

950 RUE DE LA BANQUE, #205 | $87,500 Beautifully refinished 1BR/1BA condo.

Walk-in closets, western views, covered parking.

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welcome basket

Make out-of-towners feel extra special with a welcome basket of local treats.

Gifts St. Louis’ new Taste of St. Louis gift basket includes local favorites like Switzer’s licorice, Billy Goat Chips, Mound City Nuts, Bissinger’s chocolates, Mom’s Pretzels and Dad’s cookies, among other goodies. A visitor guide and map can be added.

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Top the bed with soft, inviting and luxurious bedding that your guests can’t wait to dive into after a long day, like the Sidney Comforter Set in white from Bed Bath & Beyond. The billowing, ruched fabric is like a fluffy cloud, and the crisp white sheets echo the luxury of a fine hotel.

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luxurious bedding

Provide soft lighting so guests can relax or read. The ELK lighting Regina Collection wall sconces in brushed nickel have a built-in, adjustable LED reading light so you can read in bed without disturbing a sleeping bedmate.

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Where your home reflects your style.

New Listing IMPORTANT ESTATE WITH SOUTHERN COLONIAL STYLE

New Listing ONE OF THE FINEST ST. LOUIS ESTATES ON 6.5 ACRES

This estate on 3.57 acres celebrates its style with pillared main residence, formal terraced gardens, carriage house, tree-line views, & more. The interior, boasting seven bedrooms & eight baths, is undergoing extensive remodel to accommodate modern living, while retaining its classic grandeur.

1751 North Woodlawn, Ladue $3,925,000

A private driveway leads you up to the sprawling Maritz & Young-designed stone home. Custom features throughout including terrazzo floors, glamorous staircase, elegant chandeliers & decorative plaster moldings. An entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream with extravagantly finished lower level & outdoor areas.

2701 South Lindbergh, Huntleigh $5,995,000

New Listing NEWER CONTEMPORARY IN SOUGHT-AFTER SOMERSET DOWNS Situated on three acres, this Louis Saur-designed home is centered by a bluestone patio with an inspiring great room as its centerpiece.

4 Somerset Downs, Ladue

$2,700,000

LUXURIOUS LIVING AT THE CHASE WITH INCREDIBLE TERRACE Expertly designed & decorated, this home is a perfect entertaining space with gourmet kitchen, bar, dining and living rooms. Open floor plan.

232 N Kingshighway #1705

New Listing A SPECTACUL AR OFFERING AT THE CRESCENT An incredible chance to own this stunning southfacing condo with high-end finishes including coffered entry ceiling, crown molding & fine fixtures.

155 Carondelet Plaza #709, Clayton

$1,275,000

CHARMING ABODE IN A GREAT WALKABLE LOCATION You will smile the moment you walk in the door and see the sophisticated details including peaked archways, stained glass and fireplaces.

7612 Walinca Terrace, Clayton

$529,900

We would like to welcome the following Sales Associates who recently joined our company.

Alex Fairbanks

Recently graduating with a degree in marketing and sales from Southern Illinois University, Alex is excited to put his skills to work. He recently became a member of Warner Hall Thornhill.

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New Listing BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED RANCH IN LADUE SCHOOLS This pristine home with modern amenities is located at the end of a cul-de-sac. Renovated kitchen, large family room & expansive level lot make it ideal.

605 Sarawood, Creve Coeur

8301 Maryland Avenue Suite 100 St. Louis, MO 63105 314.725.0009

$399,900

New Listing FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS C OMPLETELY UPDATED RANCH Situated on 1.39 acres, this home boasts 1,718 sq ft not including the finished lower level with bar & full bath. Gorgeous hardwood floors line the main level.

12364 South Outer 40, Town and Country

$349,000

New Listing LIGHT-FILLED & UPDATED CONDO ACROSS FROM SHAW PARK Every possible update has been carefully implemented by sellers for your sophisticated palate. Kitchen equipped with SubZero fridge, granite & wine cooler.

250 South Brentwood Boulevard 3J, Clayton

$299,900

Stephen comes from a diverse corporate executive background. He brings extensive real estate investment experience both in residential and retail properties.

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Let us be your real estate resource.

Our expertise in luxury and second homes makes us the perfect partner for your home buying and selling needs.

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shawn kelsey redkey realty leaders 2391 Linden Crossing

Innsbrook | Waterview Chalet

Like many people in real estate, Shawn Kelsey became an agent as an escape from corporate America.

After more than 10 years as a regional marketing manager for a big-box electronics store, Kelsey made the switch to selling homes in 1997. “I know it sounds cliche, but helping people is personally very rewarding,” he says. Kelsey lives in Ballwin with his wife, Laurie, daughters Allie and Maddie, and the family’s Yorkie, Bella, and cat, Phoebe. “We live off Kiefer Creek, so it feels a bit like we are in the country,” he says. “We absolutely love it.”

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FIRST & BEST My first sale was for about $75,000 and it did not go well. My biggest sale to date, however, was for $1,870,000 for a beautiful new home in Town & Country. KEEP CALM I believe in order to be a good

and successful agent, you need to have great patience and the ability to be calm in any situation. Emotions often run high in transactions, and people do not always think as well under those circumstances. MONEY MATTERS Lending has changed over the years. Talk to a couple of lenders up front before you begin looking at homes so you know what price range you should be looking in and are prepared to close on time when you do find your dream home. PICTURE PERFECT The time to get the best price for your home is typically within the first 30 days, so make sure the home shows well and is priced right from the beginning. With about 90 percent of buyers looking for homes on the Internet, great photos are a must. BRUSH IT OFF I learned a long time ago never to take things personally when dealing with a difficult client. EASY GIG I have always jokingly said I would like to be a weather person: I know of no other job where you can be wrong half the time and not get fired. MICKEY FAN The entire family enjoys anything Disney, especially going on a cruise. I have an extensive collection of Disney toys that’s still growing. FREE TIME We live just a few minutes from Castlewood Park, and I enjoy riding my bike on the trails or walking along the bluffs. SMALL CITY I moved to St. Louis from the Chicago suburbs in 1985. I like the size of the St. Louis area. You can pretty much get anywhere in about 30 minutes.

fall market listings] 2660 S. Warson Road | Price by Request One of Ladue’s landmark treasures, this French countryside estate is nestled into a private setting. Breathtaking vistas can be viewed from all four levels of windows and French doors.

Impressive architectural details throughout.

Joan Schnoebelen & Megan Rowe

2801 Saint Albans Forest COURT $1,299,000 The inviting home on 4.7 acres is characterized by a sophisticated blend of custom stone, magnificent architectural details and inspiring custom finishes. Includes a finished lower level and private pool.

Laura McCarthy Real Estate 314.378.4077 | 314.406.0005 lauramccarthy.com schnoebelenrowerealestate.com

Carol Cooke

1950 Log Cabin Lane | $2,699,000

53 Crestwood Drive | $1,285,000

Impressively situated on 3 wooded acres, this stunning California contemporary is thoughtfully designed to offer a peaceful haven. Masterful renovations have created a graceful residence with dramatic architectural details.

The renovated Claverach Park home offers 4,600 square feet of enhanced living space, timeless architectural details and a main-level master suite addition. The lower level is finished to perfection and walks out to the pool.

Joan Schnoebelen & Megan Rowe

Robb Partners

2 Fordyce Lane | $2,650,000

9255 Clayton Road | $1,138,000

Owned by one family for more than 70 years, the home features a traditional center hall plan, 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths. Situated on the lane's largest lot, it has a second-floor laundry, a kitchen that opens to the family room, charming playhouse, his and her master baths and dressing rooms, and more! Interior design by architect Frederick Dunn.

For prime location, privacy and main-level living, this home is it. On 1.8 acres, the midcentury Bernoudy has exposed brick fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, bamboo floors, floor-to-ceiling windows and multiple private terraces.

Laura McCarthy Real Estate 314.378.4077 | 314.406.0005 lauramccarthy.com schnoebelenrowerealestate.com

Gai Lowell & Marianne Galt Janet McAfee 314.983.2204 | janetmcafee.com

Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty 636.448.4400 | 314.725.0009 dielmannsothebysrealty.com

Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty 314.283.7590 | robbpartners.com

Stephanie Connell

Gladys Manion Real Estate 314.721.4755 | 314.265.4739 gladysmanion.com

400 S. Warson Road | $2,395,000

1307 Windgate Way Court | $1,090,000

A beautiful, European-style home on a private 2-plus acre setting in central Ladue has an amazing kitchen with beamed ceilings, large island, granite counters and state-of-the-art appliances. It's a rare gem with the finest amenities for today’s living.

A spectacular 1.5-story home with 6 bedrooms and 6.5 baths sits on a beautiful 1-acre lot in the Windgate subdivision. The more than 7,400 square feet of living space includes finished lower level with incredible home theater, gourmet kitchen/ breakfast room, two-story great room and spacious patio, and inground pool.

Joan Schnoebelen & Megan Rowe Laura McCarthy Real Estate 314.378.4077 | 314.406.0005 lauramccarthy.com schnoebelenrowerealestate.com

Mark & Neil Gellman

19 Briarbrook Trail | $1,495,000

37 Countryside Lane | $1,075,000

The custom stone home built in 2002 has 6,477 square feet of total living space, distinctive moldings, hardwood floors, a top-of-the-line kitchen, luxurious main-floor master suite, two-story office and finished walkout lower level.

The beautiful home on a private 1.74 acre lot in coveted Countryside features a main-floor master, walk-out lower level and pool.

Ted Wight

Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty 314.607.5555 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

coldwell Banker Premier group The Gellman Team 314.336.1991 | thegellmanteam.com

Julie Lane

Janet McAfee | 314.303.6504 janetmcafee.com

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67 Crestwood Drive | $1,025,000 This classic Claverach home is the perfect blend of old and new with its gorgeous architectural details, open floor plan, and renovated kitchen and hearth room.

Peggy Dozier

Janet McAfee | 314.974.6990 | janetmcafee.com

St. Louis’ Interactive Plumbing Studio For showroom consultation, appointments required.

13517 Weston Park Drive | $940,000 Don't miss this opportunity to add your own touches to a home in a sought-after area of Town & Country! It features a main-floor master, finished lower-level, three-car garage and pool. New price.

Susan Cox Holden & Gai Lowell

Janet McAfee | 314.503.3345 | janetmcafee.com

introducing...

[DESIGN] OF THE MONTH

...a look at st. louis’ interior spaces and how they were created.

ENTER TODAY

15 Clermont Lane | $899,000 The 1.5-story English country home features 4,486 square feet with a main-floor master suite, three additional bedrooms, and a renovated kitchen and master bath.

Enjoy the back terrace, private patios and low-maintenance yard.

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The luxury first-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in a boutique-style building offers modern amenities just steps from cafes and shops. Includes sweeping private terrace perfect for outdoor entertaining.

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Terri Lessaris & Ann Conrad

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149 Heatherwood Drive | $459,000 This updated, expansive ranch in the award-winning Ladue School District offers convenient single-level living with an open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, vaulted ceilings, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a screened porch.

Heidi Long

Janet McAfee | 314.308.2283 | janetmcafee.com

New on te Market 5 Oak Park Court

111 Ridge Crest Drive

Ladue | $734,900 3 Bedrooms | 4 Full Baths

Chesterfield | $550,000 5 Bedrooms | 3 Full and 1 Half Baths

Kelly Shaw 636-394-2424

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617 wood Fern Drive

836 Mitten Ridge drive, Innsbrook, MO. | $237,000 A charming lakeside chalet at Innsbrook Resort features an updated and spacious floor plan with fabulous outdoor space for relaxing. Enjoy it year-round as the perfect weekend retreat!

36 Magnolia Drive

Ballwin | $550,000 4 Bedrooms | 2 Full and 3 Half Baths

Ladue | $819,000 5 Bedrooms | 4 Full and 1 Half Baths

Jeremy Sides 314-775-2050

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8459 Louwen Drive

2225 Rule Avenue

Ladue | $379,900 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Baths

Maryland Heights | $428,900 4 Bedrooms | 3 Full and 1 Half Baths

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CALL + JANIE SUMNER = 314.749.7078 ONLINE + TOWNANDSTYLE.COM EMAIL + JSUMNER@TOWNANDSTYLE.COM

Firewood

Heating & Cooling

All Oak Firewood

Seasoned, Delivered and Stacked.

No Criss-Cross Stacking.

Not a Tree Service 314-808-3330

Gutters/Roofing THE GUTTER GUY

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

Hauling Got Trash?

No Job is Too Large or Too Small!

Call (636) 441-5200 FOR ALL OF YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS

Call Rod; For Entire House Cleanout, Yard Waste Removal, Appliances, Hoarding Situations & More.

Reasonable Prices. Same Day Service.

314-713-HAUL (4285)

Home Healthcare

Health & Wellness

Estate Buying

314.631.1989 636.724.4357

JSD Estate Buyers

“Helping people remain independent & safe at home.”

WE BUY GOLD!!!

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

Immediate payment since 1976.

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

Estate Sales St. Peter’s ESTATE SALE

St. LouiS

Acupressure (Acupuncture Without Needles) Swedish/Deep Tissue/Shiatsu ARTHRITIS RELIEF DETOXIFICATION CUPPING Increase Your Immune System 522 N. New Ballas Ste. 299 (314) 541-3502 YueMaMassageTherapy.com fall SPECIAL! $60 For 1 hr.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 110 N. Warson Road November 7th: 8-3 Antiques, collectibles, quality home goods and crafts.

Proceeds benefit local charities.

-Allen and Sally Serfas, Founders

stlhomecare.com Home Improvement REMODEL & REPAIR

THE REFIND ESTATE We Purchase Estates Furniture/Decor Buyout Estate Sales • Downsizing Confidential Appraisals 314-643-3806 TheRefindEstate.com

St. CharLeS

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

Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Power Washing. Insured. Free Est. 37 Years Experience.

Don Phillips 314-973-8511

Home Improvement

Senior Services

Tree Services

Making Homes Safer, For Your Piece of Mind, AND Theirs

[open] houses « sunday 11/1 «

Complete Tree Service for Residential & Commercial HELPING YOUR LOVED ONES STAY SAFE AT HOME! 636-244-5229

Lawn & Garden A Way Without Worries Gardening and Landscaping, LLC Premier landscaping company serving west county for over 15 yrs.

Design - Installation - Maintenance Fully insured/Free Estimates/Ref’s.

314-313-1667 Mizzou Crew Landscaping and leaf removal

Call or Text to 314-520-5222 Lowest Prices in town!

Leaf Removal & Gutter Cleaning

Free Gutter Cleaning Coupon/video at FASTandFREE.us/lawncare.html

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

Insured and Free Estimates.

Dependable. Owner & Operator Matt 314-401-9211

Hallways ● Entries Living Areas ● Bathrooms Alerts & Monitoring

Call Today For a No-Cost 15-Point Inspection 636-244-5229 HappyAtHomeSeniorLiving.com

Tree Pruning & Removal, Plant Healthcare Program, Deadwooding, Stump Grinding, Deep Root Fertilization, Cabling & Storm Cleanup Cary Semsar ISA Board Certified Master Arborist OH-5130B Free Estimate, Fully Insured Call 314-426-2911 www.buntonmeyerstl.com

Services

FAY FURNITURE 618-271-8200

TROUBLE WRITING?

Clean up your writing. Let this retired professor (31 years of teaching at Washington University and Maryville University) make your writing easier to read.

Tree service professionals

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

MCGREEVY PIANO

Fall Into Tune!

Bill McGreevy Associate Member Piano Technicians Guild 314-335-9177 wrmcgreevy@gmail.com

Plumbing Tony LaMartina Plumbing

A+ rated from BBB Serving St. Louis for over 30 years 314.965.9377 www.TonyLaMartinaPlumbing.com $20 off any service call Please present ad—Expires 11/20/15

Making Technology Easy & Fun! 636-244-5230

7564 Wydown Blvd., 1A | $324,900 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com 28 Crestwood Drive | $1,080,000 | 2-4 p.m.

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[ 63117 ] [ 63124 ] 245 Price Road | $999,000 | 2-4 p.m.

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Technology Services

● Whole House Audio/Video ● Wifi/Data ● Cellular Signal Boosters & Amplifiers (Home, Office, Mobile) ● Security/Surveillance Cameras ● Smart Thermostats ● Smart Locks ● Video Doorbells

[ 63105 ]

40 Berkshire Drive | $899,000 | 1-3 p.m.

314.267.6262 | gladysmanion.com

Send it to me at djkauf99@gmail.com

A Handyman For All Your Technology Needs

[ 63025 ]

369 Merlot Lane | $849,000 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

Window Cleaning

Piano Tuning

14492 Moorgate Drive | $139,999 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

[ 63073 ]

I won’t change what you say, I’ll change how you say it.

Full Service, Affordable, Experienced: Call Dan 314-706-3201

2192 White Lane | $829,000 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

719 Forby Road | $730,000 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

$ Cash 4 Old Stuff $

---------Light Hauling--------We Cleanup, Haul Away and/or Purchase: Garage, Estate and Moving Sales!

Also, Warehouse, Business & Storage LockerLeftovers!

[ 63017 ]

M & P WINDOW WASHING & GUTTER CLEANING Reasonable Rates, Free Estimates, Angie’s List, Insured, Dependable, 30+ Years of Experience & Ref’s.

Call Mark, 314-805-7367 or Paul, 314-805-6102

[ 63126 ] 9333 Werkdale Drive | $312,000 | 12-2 p.m.

314.725.0009 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

[ 63131 ] 12032 Conway Road | $1,075,000 | 1-3 p.m.

314.725.0009 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

[ 63139 ] 1600 Prather Ave. | $314,900 | 1-3 p.m.

314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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DEADLINe thurs @ noon << call janie sumner at 314.749.7078

[ 63368 ] 243 Chestnut Hill Drive | $369,900 | 1-3 p.m.

314.725.0009 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

« Tuesday, 11/3 « [ 63124 ] 47 Godwin Lane | $575,000 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

314.725.0009 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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