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[ letter from the editor ] Our school open houses listing this issue recalls for me the excitement of that time in my own life when I waited anxiously to hear if we were ‘in’ or ‘out.’ By ‘we’ I mean my child and me. Because when it comes to private school, it’s a family affair. Since she was accepted into the elite school of her choice (really my choice; she just liked the art wing), the memories are largely fond ones. But I can relate to Dr. Jordan’s misgivings about the pressures of this process, which he addresses in his parenting column today. For one thing, it’s very easy to be lured by the attractions of status, i.e., My child got into the best school in town. But the reality is that the best school in town is not necessarily the best placement for every child. Mine, for example, called it quits in 10th grade, when she declared that the art wing notwithstanding, she wanted more out of high school than a great transcript. Then she went to prom in a tutu and combat boots. Does where a child goes to school impact his or her success in later life? I think an argument can be made for both yes and no. The relationships (connections) made during college and even prep school can be invaluable; there’s a reason for the saying: It’s not what you know, but who. Yet it is also true that talented, motivated people can make their own opportunities. After all, schools can accept only so many kids; just as with the Ivies, the hardest part is getting in, not staying in. Maybe the best strategy is to approach these choices with heightened awareness—about our youngsters and ourselves. —Dorothy F. Weiner Editor in Chief se sp e

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Elements of Style & Grace, the 24th annual Sheer Elegance fundraiser for the Mathews-Dickey Girls’ Program, takes place Dec. 8 in the Khorassan Room at the Chase Park Plaza. Tickets start at $50. Pictured on the cover: Barbara Washington of Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club, honorary co-chair Carol Voss. For more information, call 314.382.5952 or visit mathews-dickey.com. cover Photo by Colin Miller of Strauss Peyton Cover design by jon fogel

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For most of my TV career I’ve worked on Thanksgiving, but once during the 1990s I had the entire weekend off. So I took my wife and kids to Chicago to see my mom and dad. My father and I were close, but he rarely expressed his emotions. I mean, there was never any question that he loved my brother and sister and me, but he didn’t talk about it. Anyway, after dinner he told us he had something to say. He stood up and said, through tears, “I want you to know that tonight, being with my family, I feel like the luckiest man in the world.” It was so out of character for him. We lost him just a few years later. I’ll always remember that Thanksgiving. —mike bush, KSDK

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Believe it or not, this doesn’t refer to local hockey fans. It originated as a Spanish phrase, sangre azul, and was used by the oldest, finest and snootiest Castilian families when they were bragging about their purebred lineage. Such Spaniards took great pains to point out that they were no relation to the dark-skinned Moors who had once controlled Spain. As proof, they would point to their veins, whose blue tint showed up clearly against their relatively pale skin. The phrase was adapted into English in the 1830s. By the time it was used by Anthony Trollope in the 1880s, it had become quite common. Then as now, it refers to the rarefied blood that supposedly throbs in the veins of the oldest and most aristocratic families, be they Spanish, English or American.

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[MATHEWSDICKEYBOYS’ & GIRLS’ CLUB by tony di martino

Goddesses and Muses will walk among guests at the annual Sheer Elegance gala and fashion show, benefiting the Mathews-Dickey Girls’ Program. The event, themed Elements of Style & Grace, is inspired by Greek mythology. “Our 20 honorees, or Muses, will open the show by walking the runway with celebrity escorts, and 20 of our younger girls will be designated as Goddesses,” explains Barbara Washington, vice president of public relations and special events at Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club. “It will be a stylish affair, fit for Aphrodite herself!” Mount Olympus was the furthest thing from Martin Mathews’ and the late Hubert ‘Dickey’ Ballentine’s minds back in 1960, when the two neighborhood baseball coaches started an athletic club to keep young men in north St. Louis City out of trouble. The club grew rapidly, adding programs for girls in 1986. Today, Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club serves thousands of young men and women annually and recently opened a new athletic facility in Bellfontaine Neighbors. “Our Girls’ Program develops the athletic, educational, social, cultural, career and leadership potential of our members, and provides them with positive role models,” Washington says. “More than 10,000 young women, ages 5 through 18, participate in activities and classes focused on instilling the desire to achieve, gain self-confidence and pursue dreams while learning respect, restraint and responsibility.” The Sheer Elegance fundraiser, Dec. 8 in the Khorassan Room at the Chase Park Plaza, is chaired by registered nurse and community volunteer Mimi Londoff and co-chaired by Maryville University vice president Nina Caldwell. Honorary co-chairs are Lynn Broeg, Carol Voss and actress Anna Maria Horsford of BET’s Reed Between the Lines. Emceeing the show are Wendy Wiese of Nine Network and Christine Buck of KPLR 11. Fox 2’s Bonita Cornute will be on hand to present door prizes. Accepting the Sheer Elegance Award, presented to community leaders for their outstanding achievements, are Cynthia Crim, foundation program manager at Commerce Bank, Nicholas Karakas, chairman of Marcus Distributors, Eleanor Higgins, regional marketing director of American Family Insurance, and Judy Best-Person of Best Talent Center, who also serves as choreographer for the event. Fashions will be provided by Brown Shoe Co., XoXo, As You Wish, Lee J’s, SofistaFunk Skirt Co. of New York, Trixxi, and Project Runway designers Michael Drummond, Laura Kathleen, A.J. Thouvenot and Qristyl Frazier. Celebrity models include Jennie Runk, featured in Vogue and Glamour; Katie Kearney, Miss Missouri USA 2012 and daughter of former football Cardinal Tim Kearney; and Christina Mendez, featured in Essence and Latina. “But Sheer Elegance is about more than fashion,” Washington says. “It’s a day of style and substance. We’re recognizing these young ladies for their outstanding achievements in academics, community service and citizenship.” Washington and the Mathews-Dickey development committee hope to raise at least $130,000 for the Girls’ Program. “We want to empower these young women to reach for the stars. They can’t do it until they learn that a whole universe of possibilities awaits them.”

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Same-sex marriage is the topic of Uncle Bobby’s Wedding, the book a Brentwood resident wants off the shelves at the library. The contention that a man may only marry a woman in the eyes of God is the crux of the matter here, of course. And samesex marriage is illegal in Missouri, so far, anyhow… But, so what? Lots of things kids read in books that anyone with a library card can check out are illegal in Missouri—like vampirism. But from the illustration on the cover of two furry critters that look like teddy bears, the characters in Uncle Bobby’s Wedding aren’t even people. Maybe we should start worrying about what’s going on in our kids’ collections of stuffed animals? If anyone thought execs at Taubman Centers, developer of one of the two outlet malls under construction in Chesterfield Valley, are overconfident—if not completely nuts—an investment research firm says Taubman is fit as a fiddle. Zacks Equity Research says the compay’s financial performance in the third quarter was better than expected. Taubman has been busier than a beehive, in this hemisphere and in Asia. As the concrete outside walls of Taubman Prestige Outlets Chesterfield are raised, the company is working on a shopping mall in Puerto Rico and just broke ground on a similar project in Sarasota, Fla. Meanwhile, on the other side of the globe, Taubman is in joint ventures to build shopping malls in South Korea and China. If your surgery center allows stays up to 72 hours for recuperation, does that make your enterprise a hospital? Mercy Medical Center in Creve Coeur, formerly known as St. John’s Mercy, and another area hospital sure think so. The

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flap originated when Chesterfield city officials in August approved overnight stays at an orthopedic surgery center operated by Dr. George Paletta. The hospitals assert that Paletta’s (pardon me) operation is therefore a hospital and should be licensed as such. One might not have to read too much fine print to surmise that, in order to attain such licensing, Paletta and a sizable sum of money would have to part ways. The arrest of an outof-town couple at a local Walmart put my knucklehead sensor on high alert. Were they trying to score more than their minimum daily allotment of pseudoephedrine, the allergy medicine used to cook meth— maybe right there in the store, as happened at another area Walmart last summer? Were they dressed inappropriately, as in those pictures of Walmart shoppers that lurk in the Internet’s darker corners? Nope, even sexier! This Jefferson County duo was trying to pass counterfeit currency in a store where clerks use special pens to discover it. You’d think someone trying to pull off a federal crime would want to fly under the radar, but the dude has a heavily tattooed neck. Kirkwood cops assisted the feds, who found printing equipment at one suspect’s residence. Colonel Sanders was not invited. Granted, his deadness would have prevented his attendance at Chickenfest in Maplewood’s Ryan Hummert Park recently, where dozens of keepers and their fine, feathered friends clucked away. Maplewood and Richmond Heights hen keepers were represented on a temperate Saturday last month, and they competed for largest egg and prettiest bird, among other birdbrained contests. Those with an unexplainable chicken phobia would

be pleased to know that the birds were caged or corded on one leg as they tried to peck the grounds clean. They wouldn’t have gone anywhere, anyhow. City folk may not realize that chickens can’t really fly, or that they’re kind of mellow unless they’ve reason to squawk. None crowed, of course, as roosters are verboten in most any municipality’s fowl ordinance. For most, a mother’s death is devastating. Even more so for Claire McCaskill, Missouri’s Democratic senator, who was in the political fight of her life against Republican challenger Todd Akin when this magazine went to press. Betty Anne McCaskill, one of her daughter’s biggest cheerleaders, passed away Oct. 29 in St. Louis, where she’d lived with her daughter and son-in-law since 2005. In 1971, the elder McCaskill became the first woman elected to the city council in Columbia, Mo., and in 1978 lost a race for the state General Assembly to Leroy Blunt, father of Roy Blunt. The younger Blunt, a Republican, is Missouri’s other senator. She managed to appear in a campaign ad over the summer for her daughter. Ever folksy, during her daughter’s 2006 Senate bid, mom said: “I’m the dog, and she’s the pony.” Cops in Town & Country, Manchester and elsewhere warn motorists and pedestrians of an old scam that’s been gaining traction recently along Manchester Road in West County. It goes something like this: As you’re walking across a store parking lot or standing next to your car at the gas pump, a woman approaches you, in tears. She needs money for any number of things: Her kids are hungry; she needs enough gas to get to Cape Girardeau;

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her abusive boyfriend is after her. Point is, they’re all stories, and she’s a scam artist—an actress, nothing more. Cops recommend you politely refuse further conversation, and as you walk away let the person know you’re calling 911 to secure police assistance. Washington U. has a medical school, and research continues using live animals, such as lab rats. Animal activists— don’t call them ‘extremists,’ because for these folks, meat eaters, fur wearers and anyone who has anything to do with leather are the extremists here— hit town last weekend. A conference, Free the Animals, was slated to begin with a film screening in U. City and wind up with a protest Nov. 5 at the university. Yes, once you’ve seen an animal with electrodes in its head, you can’t unsee it. Same goes for visiting a loved one with tubes everywhere, succumbing to cancer. The activists contend that computer modeling is just as good as animal research. But for testing potentially life-saving medicines? Doubtful. As far as customer traffic to Old Orchard businesses was concerned, it was a bridge too far for six months. Work to replace the span carrying Murdoch Road over the railroad tracks began in April, and it wrapped up Oct. 16 with a parade of Webster Groves fire trucks, public-works vehicles and cars from the nearby Subaru dealership. Salespeople there must have twiddled thumbs more than they’d have liked during a lull that some business owners claim took a bite of as much as 50 percent. Cravings, the wedding-cake baker, expressed relief with a bridgeshaped creation. All edible, except for toy cars going either way on the chocolate pavement.

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about spending his last night in St. Louis before shipping off to Europe in World War II. McGovern, stationed at Jefferson Barracks, was hanging around outside downtown’s Kiel Auditorium that evening. Singer Marian Anderson was set to perform. A Kiel employee asked McGovern to help form a color guard to stand on stage behind Anderson. McGovern obliged and later said any feelings of prejudice he might have held in youth were eliminated that night in St. Louis by Anderson’s “rich voice.” ]

[ Selected essays by the late Cole C. Campbell, editor-in-chief of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch from 1996 to 2000, have been published by the Kettering Foundation Press. Journalism as a Democratic Art reveals Campbell’s views on “how journalism might facilitate a more vibrant democracy.” Campbell’s widow, Catherine Werner, currently the sustainability director at City Hall in St. Louis, provides a remembrance in the book. Campbell was dean of journalism at the University of Nevada when he died in an auto accident in 2007. ] [ You may have heard that CBS Radio in St. Louis is moving to the third floor of downtown’s Park Pacific Building. For my colleague Chris Mihill, executive producer at KMOX, the new studios and offices have special meaning. It’s the exact floor of the building where his parents, Doris and Ken Mihill of Chesterfield, first met in 1954 while working for D’Arcy Advertising. Back then, it was the Missouri Pacific Building. ]

[ Jazz great John Pizzarelli invades Nerinx Hall High School in Webster Groves at 7 p.m. Nov. 27 for our next Fontbonne University/Charlie Brennan Show Book Club. Pizzarelli has written World On a String: A Musical Memoir. The public is invited to the free event but reservations are required at 314.444.1827. ]

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the[in]sider by tony di martino [ The Maestro Returns ] Leonard Slatkin

Leonard Slatkin returns to St. Louis Jan. 14 to narrate and conduct Notes from Hollywood at Sheldon Concert Hall. The event, a benefit for Chamber Music Society of St. Louis, features music by famed film composers, including John Williams, Ennio Morricone, Nino Rota, Leonard Bernstein and Bernard Herrmann. VIP ticketholders will enjoy a private after-party with Slatkin. Supporting sponsors include Centene Charitable Foundation, PNC Bank and Town & Style.

[ Neighborhood History ] Longtime Ladue resident and businesswoman Charlene Bry recently received the Saint Louis Book Award from the Historical Society of St. Louis County. Bry was honored for Ladue Found, her exploration of the suburb’s rural-to-regal past. The award was presented by Arlen Dykstra, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Missouri Baptist University. Other honorees were Amy Kaiser, for community service; the Hon. Kenneth Rothman, for governmental service; Missouri Baptist University, for distinguished service; and Daniel Bornstein, for contributions to local history.

[ Raising the Flag ]

Charlene Bry and Arlen Dykstra

White Flag Project’s first-ever gala and benefit auction got a shout-out in The New York Observer. Matthew Strauss, the nonprofit gallery’s founder and director, was recognized for using the gala as an opportunity to introduce area art collectors to principal players from the New York City art scene. “Having relationships with gallerists is an important part of collecting, and encouraging St. Louisans to collect relevant emerging art is good for the local art scene,” said Strauss, who split proceeds from the auction with featured artists.

[ Honored Visitor ] During the recent 2012 Catholic Charities Annual Gathering, Guinean Cardinal Robert Sarah received a Celtic cross in honor of his work with the poor around the world. The cross was presented by St. Patrick Center CEO Tom Etling. While in town, Sarah also served lunch to clients at the center’s Shamrock Club, a mental health program for the homeless.

[ Terrific Teacher ] Charlene Jones, assistant dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and assistant professor of political science at Harris-Stowe State University, has been chosen as 2012 Emerson Excellence in Teaching Educator of the Year.

[ Three Wise Men ] Three Washington University scientists have received National Institutes of Health awards to pursue innovative research. Andrew Yoo, assistant professor of developmental biology, received $2.3 million to continue his study of the genetic pathways of cells. Robert Gereau IV, professor of anesthesiology, and Michael Bruchas, assistant professor of anesthesiology, received a $3.9 million award to develop tiny, lightemitting devices that help map the molecular and cellular properties of neural circuits. Gereau and Bruchas will share the award with John Rogers, professor of materials science and engineering at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

[ Top of the Leader Board ]

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Simply Ballroom, a dance instruction studio in Brentwood, was named ‘top studio’ at the Southwestern Invitational, a national ballroom dance competition in Dallas. In addition, Josef Scherer and David Scherer were named ‘top teachers,’ Kathy Pietoso of Creve Coeur placed third in the American Rhythm division, Myra Ventus of Ballwin placed second in the International Latin division, and David and Emily Scherer of Wildwood placed fourth in the American Smooth division.

[ Play On ] Asking Rick Dildine, executive director of Shakespeare Festival St. Louis, to name his favorite Shakespearean play is like asking a mom to choose her favorite child, but Dildine doesn’t mind. “I love Twelfth Night for its humor and raucous spirit, and I’m looking forward to directing it this spring,” he says. The play runs May 24 through June 16 at Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park.

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Friends of Kirkwood Public Library is sponsoring its annual ‘Letter from Santa’ program. Parents can simply answer a few questions on an order form at kirkwoodpubliclibrary.org, and their child will receive a personalized note from the jolly fat guy, full of cozy chat about school activities, etc. The $6 fee raises money for the library. Orders are accepted until Dec. 17, but Dec. 5 is the cut-off date for a ‘North Pole’ postmark.

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bookshelf book friends] by rebecca koenig About the club Helene Sherman started the Book Friends club in 2006 to help her friends meet regularly and stay current in each others’ lives in a meaningful way. “These are women who are high school friends and neighbors. We met each other as our children grew up and in general have lived in the same community all our lives,” Sherman says. “Very St. Louis, I suppose.” The club meets every six weeks at a St. Louis Bread Company, alternating between novels and historical works. About the book Plantation racial politics come into play in The Kitchen House, Kathleen Grissom’s novel about a white servant girl negotiating the 18th-century worlds of free white masters and enslaved black laborers. “It contrasted with the last couple books we had, which were serious and somewhat tragic,” Sherman says. “This has more with human interest in mind.”

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Patty: I have mixed emotions about holiday newsletters. I do like to see what everyone looks like and has been up to in the past year, but I am annoyed about the over-the-top braggadocio of some. No one ever tells you about their child who was held back a year in school, only about the one that gets into Harvard. I think we’ve all gotten a holiday newsletter that didn’t make us jolly, just mad. So, my advice is to review and toss. At the slightest hint of bragging, recycle that newsletter. For those of you who send them, there is this new invention called Facebook. It allows you to post all day long about you, your kids and your trips. Use that for bragging and donate the money you save in postage from the newsletter to the 100 Neediest Cases. Raschelle, do I sound like Scrooge? Raschelle: Of course you do, Patty, but I’ve grown used to it and find it charming. Can we all just lighten up a bit here? It’s a holiday greeting card, not an invitation to a duel. Let’s put this all into some perspective. I love seeing pictures of my friends strolling along the Champs-Elysees, and I enjoy hearing how their kids are growing and thriving, despite the reminder that I’m getting older. It’s entertaining and enlightening, and I have to say, it’s one of the best parts of the holiday season. It actually helps me bridge the long distances in some of my friendships. Which brings me to my point: Relax, stop competing with everyone, and start enjoying what you’re doing and what you’ve got. And if you really hate the holiday letters, don’t read them. You’re in charge of what you see and do. It’s really that simple. >> Patty Hannum received coal in her Christmas stocking from one of her brothers when she was a young, sensitive child. She has never really forgiven him. >> Raschelle Burton never drinks gin.

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When Mark was 5 years old, he took up the accordion. That led to the keyboard in high school and college, and playing in bands to help pay for school. Today, he owns and runs a successful company that sells music equipment internationally. I love hearing stories like Mark’s. They reinforce my belief that there really is no set path for kids to follow to find their life’s work and become successful. Unfortunately, today’s parents often view their children’s education with panic and focus on a misguided destination: ‘the best college.’ Go to a great preschool, so you can get into a good grade school; get good grades so you will be accepted into a top secondary school and top-tier college. Go to a top college so you will get a good job and make a lot of money.” Even kids numbly repeat this life-path to me. Reliable research suggests that people who are motivated by externals end up unhappy and unhealthy adults.That certainly is not what we want for our children. Nor do we want them to waste their entire childhood focused on very adult goals. That brings us to the annual ritual of open houses for private schools. I suspect no other city in the world puts so much energy and emphasis on where you go to high school! The pressure on kids is tremendous. They are made to feel it’s an all-or-nothing deal. If they get into their No. 1 choice, everyone is ecstatic; if they don’t, life as they know it is over. In his recent book, Not Quite Adults, Richard Setterstein cites research that shows going to a top-tier college does not significantly improve a child’s life chances over those who attend less-elite schools. And after controlling for family background, SAT scores and family income, studies show that lifetime earnings rarely reflect where students went to college. I have never met a business owner or CEO who cared much about where a 20-something went to college or the grades he or she achieved. They look for applicants with good people skills who show an ability to be fully engaged. And that brings us back to those school open houses. What is most important isn’t a school’s reputation or status, per se, but how it can nurture your child and meet his or her specific needs and personality. Any school director will tell you that. Our city’s fine schools have different personalities, just like our children do. So as you visit schools in the coming months, relax and stay in the moment. Don’t succumb to irrational fears and myths about success and ‘the best schools.’ The best school is the one that will help children realize their potential and send them on their life journey, confident and happy. Tim Jordan, m.d., is a behavioral pediatrician who counsels kids in grade school through high school. for more information, go to weloki.com

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Brittany Duke, a home schooled student from Ballwin, won the 2012 East Missouri District Optimist International Oratorical Contest and a Clayton $2,500 scholarship for her speech about how optimism has helped saul mirowitz her overcome obstacles.

John Burroughs On Oct. 12, St. Louis World Food Day, 1,000 volunteers ages 7 and older packed 200,000 rice/soy protein meals for malnourished Tanzanian children. Junior Don Soffer initiated the effort.

Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School Musician Rick Recht, whose sons attend Saul Mirowitz, filmed a music video for his new album with second graders in October and also played at the school’s open house Oct. 21.

Kirkwood High School Students played Ultimate Frisbee, soccer and flag football during Klash of the Klasses, an open field night Oct. 13 at Lyons Stadium. The event, intended to provide safe Saturday evening fun, also included game booths, a DJ and prizes.

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correspondent for National Public Radio, the Associated Press and other media outlets is a former Muny Kid who spent many summers on the Forest Park stage. “I was Winthrop in The Music Man, the mayor of Munchkin City in The Wizard of Oz and Randolph MacAfee in Bye Bye Birdie,” Estrin recalls. After graduating college six years ago, his pursuit of new stories to tell led him to Jerusalem, where he has established himself as a print and radio reporter. Journalism was not one of Estrin’s early interests; rather, it was more of an ambient soundtrack. “I grew up in a house where every room had a radio, and every radio was tuned to NPR,” Estrin says. An internship with the Boston station during his last semester of college intrigued Estrin. Having studied Hebrew at Ladue High School and Hebrew and Arabic in college, Estrin decided to combine his interests and head to Israel. “I think if I realized how difficult it was going to be I wouldn’t have done it,” Estrin says. “I dived right in. I bought myself a microphone and recording equipment and started sending cold pitches to editors.” An editor from American Public Media’s program Marketplace liked a tape Estrin sent and agreed to give him a try. That allowed him to break into the industry. “It’s great how you go through life, you don’t really know where you’re going but all the pieces kind of fit,” Estrin says. Since then, the journalist has had remarkable experiences while searching for fresh features. Estrin interviewed Israeli and Palestinian muppets, reported on sexual harassment in Egypt, and rode on a motorcycle with Leon Trotsky’s great-grandson, a settler in Israel’s West Bank. He toured Germany’s most remote cultural archive and reported on an Israeli freelance spy ring that collects Jewish cultural artifacts in Libya. “When I decide what stories I want to pursue, I ask myself, ‘Is this surprising?’” Estrin says. “There’s a real hunger for stories that are under the surface, that are quirky, that tell what it’s like in this part of the world.” Although he’s left the stage behind, Estrin feels as though performing is a big part of his job. “I feel when I’m reporting on the air, it is, in a way, theater,” he says. “It’s telling something in a compelling way, getting a story across, making sure there’s drama.” Interviewing a reluctant subject, he says, often requires a bit of acting. “Sometimes you have to play the role of the journalist,” Estrin explains. “With insular communities you have to know how to speak in the right way and pick up on their suspicions right away. When someone here says ‘no,’ they really mean ‘make me.’ I never take ‘no’ for an answer. The first price they give you is not the final price; you have to haggle.” Estrin, whose investigative piece on Russia and Ukraine will be published soon in The Atlantic Monthly, gets back to St. Louis about once a year. “I love going to the Botanical Garden and Forest Park, and visiting my old colleagues at The Muny,” he says.

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What | Youthbridge Community Foundation gathering to support area childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and youth charities Where | The Muny Theaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Culver Pavilion When | Sept. 19 Why | A private party to celebrate agency partners, donors, board members and the Muny Who | Michael Howard, Rex Reed, Pamela Reynolds, Andi Hall Highlights | A glorious fall evening under the pavilion with music, cocktails and a light buffet

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What | Ducks Unlimited Dinner Where | Peabody Opera House When | Oct. 4 Why | This annual Ducks Unlimited fund-raising event also celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Missouri Department of Conservation and the conservation partnerships that have developed between these and other groups. Who | Event chair Jim Blair and co-chair Chris McKee, Joe McKee, Tom Stillman and Missouri Department of Conservation director Bob Ziehmer Highlights | Auctions, cocktails and dining, and raising more than $300,000 for Ducks Unlimited’s wetland and habitat initiatives

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A Paws for Celebration

More than 250 people previewed holiday jewels at Simons in Clayton at the 19th annual A Paws for Celebration. More than $26,000 was raised for the Humane Society of Missouri.

Kathy Warnick, Lindsey Swift, Simon Katz, Colleen Shekelton

friendship village

Friendship Village raised more than $2,700 for its creative arts and outreach projects at its annual Harvest Bazaar, a craft sale featuring jewelry, candles, accessories and more. november 7, 2012

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i D❤! Sara Johnson-Cardona]

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Family and friends representing 10 countries and 26 states were present when Sara Johnson-Cardona and Elijah Gerson wed July 14 at the Tower Grove Park Piper Palm House. Introduced during their sophomore year at the University of Michigan, Sara and Eli were friends for years before they started dating. Distance was one obstacle: Eli spent a semester in Australia, then Sara studied abroad in France. After graduation, Eli worked at an orphanage in Kenya while Sara moved to Boston. Things finally clicked when Eli, who moved to Vermont after returning from Africa, visited Boston one weekend and met up with Sara. The pair ended up in St. Louis when Sara, a Clayton High School alumna, got into graduate school at Washington University’s Brown School of Social Work and Eli took a Teach for America job at Confluence Preparatory Academy. Eli proposed Oct. 9, 2011 at Oceano in Clayton. Tower Grove Park made a lovely backdrop for the summer ceremony and outdoor photos. Bright bouquets with pink and orange roses and white calla lilies happily surprised Sara, who picked out colors but let the florist choose the actual blooms. “The flowers were really, really pretty,” she says. A reception followed at Windows on Washington, where guests enjoyed a formal dinner, cupcakes and dancing to a live band.

[ resources ] [ wedding party ]

Gown | David’s Bridal Caterer | Windows on Washington Baker | Crave the Cup Florist | Lorene Rowland at A Floral Gallery

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Bride’s parents | Maria Elsy Cardona & Thomas Johnson Groom’s parents | Kristine & Bill Gerson Maids of Honor| Samantha Grassle Bridesmaids | Lauren Lambeth, Shannon Nowak, Ruchika Vij, Vanshika Vij, Shannon Dybvig Best Man | Daniel Hogsta Groomsmen | William Giannone, Ian Schwartz, Zachary Gerson, Jacob Gerson, Abraham Gerson Flower girl | Eloise Gerson

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Together Again

By Suzy Bacino Photos by Suzy Gorman style coordination by Wendy Steinbecker Hair and makeup by Carmen Currie

Our favorite couple loves clothes as much as they love each other. But when do they have time to shop?

Giorgio Armani turtleneck sweater, $545, and coat, $1,025; both from Neiman Marcus

Alice & Olivia dress, $297 from Neiman Marcus | Kate Spade stud earrings, $48 from Nordstrom

I have plans for Barbie…

Robert Talbott wool plaid sport coat, $898; shirt, $178; ‘Joshua Tree’ silk tie, $140; Peter Millar cashmere sweater, $295; Hertling gray flannel pants, $295; W. Kleinberg suede belt, $165; Alden loafers, $395; all from Mister Guy | Flap briefcase, $478 from Cole Haan Plaza Frontenac | glasses from SEE Eyewear

Architect Ken

AM I LIVE?

Broadcast Barbie

Akris Punto wool coat with belt, $1,580; VC Signature suede Mary Janes, $225; Jimmy Choo ‘Rosalie’ handbag, $1,595; DKNY tights, $14.50; Marc Jacobs earrings, $48; Michael Kors bracelet, $95, and ring, $105; Echo Design scarf $38; all from Nordstrom

Sprint zip jacket, $108; Light As Air singlet $58; Surge shorts, $64; yoga mat tote, $38; all from lululemon athletica | Nike Air Max shoes, $170; from Nordstrom

I hope she notices my guns!

I actually broke a sweat!

Workout Barbie

Lucy striped tank, $45, Electric Yoga pant, $98; both from Blue Moon | leg warmers, $7 from H&M | Under ArmoUr headband, $7, wrist bands, $8 per pair; both from Sports Authority

Peter Millar suede vest, $695; Mine plaid shirt, $99; Agave Denim jeans, $225; Robert Graham long-sleeved T-shirt, $138; Wolverine ‘Addison’ boots, $325; all from Mister Guy | Sage fly fishing rod, $690; Ross Momentum 5 reel, $495; both from Outdoors

He’s quite a catch!

Barbour jacket, $299; handmade Karduck fishing net, $150; both from Outdoors | 7 for All Mankind skinny jeans, $154; YLS Tribtoo fur trimmed booties, $1,395; both from Neiman Marcus | Halogen hat, $38 from Nordstrom | Bucket bag, $298 from Cole Haan Plaza Frontenac

The Fake Outdoors Barbie

We look so good, we should be on a cake.

My face hurts from smiling!

Tony Bowls gown, $500, rhinestone bracelet, $99; both from Distinctions

Etro velvet blazer, $1,720; Edward Armah paisley silk ascot, $165; Hugo Boss white shirt, $145, and black pants, $195; Gucci belt, $310; Salvatore Ferragamo patent leather shoes, $595; all from Neiman Marcus

Black Tie Barbie Models: Justine Ward courtesy of West Model Management

Drewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Haircut provided by

Drew Parkin courtesy of Chosen Model Management Chicago

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[t&s picks holiday fashion

4 | Elleard Heffern Fine Jewelers

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Ivanka Trumpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun stacking bands are 18-kt. white gold and enamel in her signature colors of black, white and coral. 101 S. Hanley Road, Ste. 110 heffern.com | $675 each

5 | Paperdolls Boutique

1 | Genovese Jewelers

7-inch, 14-kt. white gold braided bracelet with 5.90 carat round black-and-white diamonds 12460 Olive Blvd. | 314.878.6203 | genovesejewelers.com | $9,200

Reversible totes are perfect for any fall activity. Available in four colors at both locations. 110 E. Jefferson Ave. | 314.965.3655 14118 Clayton Road | 636.527.3655 facebook.com/paperdolls.boutique

2 | Blush Boutique

The perfect statement necklace, like this colorful bauble from Lenora Dame, makes any outfit stand out this holiday season. 110 N. Clay Ave. | 314.965.4411 | shopblushboutique.com | $75

3 | John Burroughs School Unique Boutique

Unique Boutique features the work of dozens of nationally and locally recognized artisans and merchants. Open to the public, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 17 and 18 755 S. Price Road | jburroughs.org

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nostalgia United Hebrew congregation ] NOW

photos courtesy of the missouri history museum

by judy goodman

Then

When I do research for Nostalgia, I often find myself in the Missouri History Museum’s stunning Library and Research Center at 225 S. Skinker Blvd., a structure with a distinguished history of its own. Designed in the ornate Byzantine style by the architecture firm of Maritz & Young and consultant Gabriel Ferrand, the building was constructed under the leadership of Rabbi Samuel Thurman as the fourth location for the United Hebrew Congregation. Dedicated in 1927 and considered the third-largest synagogue in the country, United Hebrew was the first Jewish congregation in St. Louis and the oldest west of the Mississippi. The congregation experienced major events during its 62 years in the building. President Harry S. Truman attended Rabbi Thurman’s 40th anniversary dinner at United Hebrew. In November 1960, Rabbi Jerome Grollman hosted Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to speak to a standing-room-only crowd. As membership grew and moved westward, Rabbi Howard Kaplansky oversaw the congregation’s move to Chesterfield in 1989. This year, the congregation kicks off its

175th anniversary, one of only 13 existing U.S. synagogues to reach this milestone. Fortunately, the Missouri Historical Society was simultaneously searching for additional space when the congregation planned to move. The society hired Downey, Wofford & Richman to orchestrate a meticulous conversion of this 64-year-old landmark and its stately sanctuary into a public reading room. Three levels of closed stacks were added on either side of the reading room where classrooms used to be. During the renovation, architects were thrilled to discover and revitalize an original frieze hidden behind plaster walls. They also restored the ornamental dome, ensuring an acoustical environment suitable for study. The small education building to the south was replaced with a secure, 44,000-square-foot climate-controlled annex for object collections and conservation and photographic laboratories. Two of its four levels were placed underground to respect the old sanctuary. In December 1991 at the library’s opening, Rabbi Jerome Grollman astutely remarked that this regional gem has always been, and now shall always remain, a house of learning.

If you would like to contribute a memory, please contact judy at nostalgia@townandstyle.com

2012 Old Webster

Christmas Open House Sunday, November 11 • 10am– 5pm Hundreds of Gifts & Decorating Ideas! Trolleys • Carriage Rides • Santa Claus and More

The Old Webster Christmas Open House is sponsored by these merchants

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REJUVENATION] [ SPECIAL SECTION

Attractive Solutionsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Options in Body Contouring

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cover story

[W.u. physicians by mary jo blackwood, RN, MPH

Having a large ‘toolbox’ enables a plastic surgery practice to offer a graduated menu of options to fit problems, preferences and budgets, according to Drs. Terry Myckatyn and Marissa Tenenbaum of West County Plastic Surgeons at Washington University. They find a single fix does not fit most patients. “Body contouring options run the gamut from non-invasive to significant surgery,” Myckatyn says. “Clients are surprised to have all those choices.” Myckatyn recommends CoolSculpting, or cryolipolysis, as a non-invasive option. The fat cells are frozen, and then die, becoming reabsorbed. CoolSculpting can be applied to most body parts for fat reduction: the upper or lower abdomen, flanks, upper arms, thighs, even the bra strap roll—and the surgeons say the procedure is comfortable. The target area is placed in the applicator to freeze the fat cells for about an hour. “Fat is more sensitive to cold than skin and connective tissues,” Myckatyn explains. “The reabsorption is a gradual process that causes a 15 to 25 percent reduction of fat in the treated area in three to four months. The process, developed at Harvard University, requires no down time.” Fat also can be suctioned from the body with varying levels of invasiveness. In-office procedures such as laser-assisted or ultrasound-assisted liposuction can remove small amounts of fat in target areas and have a mild tightening effect on the tissue. Removing larger volumes of fat requires an operating room and anesthesia. “The biggest determinant of what the patient really needs is how much excess skin involved,” Tenenbaum says. “To obtain a satisfactory result, any significant

skin must be removed, especially from the torso, upper arms or inner and outer thighs.” An added benefit of liposuction is using the harvested fat to replace lost volume elsewhere, particularly in the face, where small amounts can fill in hollows under the eyes and cheeks, or in the buttocks to enhance curves, Tenenbaum adds. “For fat to stay where drs. terry myckatyn, marissa tenebaum it is transferred, it has photo provided by w.u. physicians to have a blood supply. We use small amounts in the face, and larger amounts in the buttocks, threading it thinly through the buttock area to keep contact with vascular areas.”

for more information about West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University, call 314.996.8800 or visit Westcountyplasticsurgeons.wustl.edu Cover courtesy of W.u. physicians

Ask the Expert

Question: My OB/GYN recently informed me at my annual appointment that I no longer need a PAP smear every year. What if something is missed? Should I be concerned?

Answer:

For years, physicians have implemented the PAP smear to screen for early signs of cervical cancer. Routine PAP smears have dramatically decreased the incidence of cervical cancer in the U.S. over the past several decades. More than 50% of cervical cancers occur in women who have never been screened or have been screened only sporadically. However, the recommendation for a “yearly” PAP was based more on historical beliefs than true patient outcomes. As we have learned more about cervical cancer, we’ve also learned about the risks of over-screening (such as over-treating patients who may not have required therapy). Thus, recent screening guidelines have changed.

Eric Strand, MD Washington University Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Nearly all cervical cancers arise after exposure to high-risk subtypes of the human papilloma virus (HPV), which is remarkably prevalent in women. Fortunately, most of these infections are transient. Accordingly, updated PAP smear recommendations are based on two points—(1) cervical cancer typically develops over years to decades, and (2) most women, even those with mild abnormalities on their PAP smear, will clear the HPV virus and have no long-standing effect from the infection/exposure. Thus, recent guidelines have encouraged an approach based more on patient riskfactors. A woman should have her first PAP smear at age 21; PAP smears should be repeated every three years (if normal) until age 30. After age 30, the recommended approach is to perform both the PAP smear and testing for HPV (both tests are collected from the same sample). If the PAP smear is normal and the HPV test is negative, the patient falls into an extremely low-risk category, for which current guidelines recommend testing once every five years. We strongly encourage patients to continue their annual visits—cervical cancer screening is only one part of the preventive care every patient needs. Patients under age 26 should also inquire about the HPV vaccine, which has been shown to dramatically decrease cervical cancer precursors in women exposed to high-risk HPV.

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[ a renewed you by mary jo blackwood RN, MPH

No one wants to gaze into the mirror and see a complete stranger. We just want to see the best version of ourselves. Subtle improvements, made possible by noninvasive or minimally invasive treatments and procedures, can not only make us look better, but feel better.

[ torso tightening for that slinky dress ] As we get older, have children or gain a little weight, our midsection can lose definition. But there are ways to tighten and tone the area that don’t require endless crunches. Dr. Judith Gurley, Plastic Surgeon The tummy tuck was designed for a patient near her ideal weight with damaged skin or muscles. She may not have much fat, but she has hanging skin, stretch marks and a distorted navel. The traditional tummy tuck, with a scar below the bikini line and a small one in the navel, can treat the upper abdomen, navel and waist, allowing repair of stomach muscles to reestablish more core strength. It makes you look and feel better, and better supports the back. Torso tightening can also be done as a team approach. A general surgeon or a urogynecologist can fix other problems during the same surgical session, with one anesthesia and one downtime. The general surgeon can repair an abdominal hernia. The urologist can deal with pelvic floor issues and even put in a

urethral sling for stress incontinence. That gets the body back to a healthier, more functional state, while also improving how you look in a bikini. Dr. Michele Koo, Aesthetic Surgery Institute It’s almost impossible to spot reduce with dieting and exercise alone. Liposuction can create definition and curves and is safe if performed properly in an appropriate setting by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon. Ultrasonic liposuction is continuing to evolve with smaller probes and different wavelengths of sound to broaden the scope of what we can accomplish. I like to combine procedures for an overall torso upgrade. A tummy tuck with a breast reduction or lift is a popular combination and can benefit the torso’s overall look just in time for the holidays. Men have issues, too. One of my most rewarding results is from doing ultrasonic liposuction on male enlarged breasts. This is an area of fat that may have plagued a man since adolescence. Getting rid of enlarged breasts increases his self-confidence and streamlines his body.

great idea ] Homemade Facial Mask When you’re pressed for time but need to soothe and rejuvenate your complexion, whip up this recipe—model Shalom Harlow swears by it. Blend two beaten egg whites with two tablespoons of plain yogurt. Apply to face and relax for a few minutes. Rinse it off with warm water and gently wipe face with a warm washcloth. Pat dry, then follow up with moisturizer. (From about.com beauty)

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[ arm firming ] Bat wings are never a good look after Halloween. “New technology can reduce the size of the upper arms while tightening the skin,” says Dr. William Hart of Hart Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery Institute. “BodyTite is a device that removes fat and tightens skin significantly, while cauterizing blood vessels to decrease bruising.” In the three years he has performed the procedure, most patients have not required additional skin removal, he adds. “However, for a few patients, achieving a good result may require traditional liposuction with surgical removal of excess skin.” BodyTite uses radiofrequency energy and heat, delivered via a thin probe inserted beneath the skin. The heat liquefies the fat, and small holes at the tip of the probe suction it out. “Significant volumes of fat can be removed with this technique,” Hart says. The procedure can be done in the office under local anesthesia. Afterward, the client wears a compressive garment. BodyTite can also be used for fat reduction and tightening in other areas, including the neck, abdomen, and inner and outer thighs.

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[ targeted facial lifts ] In some people, the face seems to age as a unit. In others, specific areas, like the jawline, upper eyelids or brows, seem to age first. Targeted lifts can be the solution for keeping that youthful look longer. Dr. L. Michael Nayak, Nayak Plastic Surgery Some people have focal facial aging and others have more generalized aging changes, but are only concerned about fixing one area. Targeted lifts, sometimes called mini-lifts, can be tailored to individual needs. Clients should interview different surgeons and see before and after pictures of similar procedures, to see if the surgeon’s style matches their desired results. I do most surgical procedures in my office operating room, usually with local anesthesia and IV sedation. The best determinant for using a local or adding sedation is the length of the surgery and patient comfort. Upper eyelids do well under a local because they only take about 45 minutes and the head stays in

a neutral position. Other procedures are better with sedation because they take longer and require the patient to be in awkward positions. Dr. David Caplin, Parkcrest Plastic Surgery An isolated neck-lift won’t do anything for the jowls. For someone who just wants to sharpen the angle between the neck and jaw line, tighten the skin and remove a little fat, that may be all they need. A lower face-lift, in which I tighten the neck and improve jowling, tightens tissues and involves less downtime and expense than a full face-lift. For people trying to avoid more surgery, a combination of approaches can be helpful, such as a neck-lift with SmartLipo on the jowl to tighten the skin and remove fat. Ancillary techniques like SmartLipo, fat grafting, and laser resurfacing around the eyes are valuable for fine-tuning.

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[ options for fat removal ] [ non-invasive facial rejuvenation ] You don’t have to go under the knife to get a more youthful face. There’s a whole range of noninvasive treatments that can work wonders. Dr. Joseph Muccini, MidAmerica Skin Health & Vitality Center Start with lotions and potions—a daily skin regimen should minimally include a cleanser, vitamin C serum, a retinol, a moisturizer and a good sunscreen. Then we can look to chemical peels, microdermabrasion or dermal planing. For color issues like sun spots, rosacea or melasma, the best approach is non-ablative lasers and lights, like IPL. For three-dimensional structural issues, such as sagging and wrinkling, another set of ablative lasers, like the Pearl and Pearl Fractional, target deeper tissues and tighten collagen. Still relatively noninvasive, Botox and its competitors target the muscles under the skin, controlling how they move. Superficial fillers can make the skin look healthier, and the deeper ones can plump up tissues. A youthful face is not pulled tight; it has soft, supple curves that can be recreated by replacing lost volume.

Erin Murphy, aesthetician, Aurora Medical Spa Peels that actually make you peel give the best results. Our Vitalize peels go three layers deep to treat fine lines, skin tone and texture. For pigment irregularities, another peel has hydroquinone, a skin-lightening agent. Our non-ablative, skin-tightening laser uses heat to stimulate collagen in the tissue with no downtime. It helps tighten the jowl area and firm fine lines. I recommend a series of five treatments. Results are noticeable with the first one, and each successive treatment builds on that. Photofacials target pigment spots and require a series of treatments because each one brings up more pigment from sun damage below the surface. Initially spots look darker, then they flake off or fade. Afterward, be sure to protect your investment with good skin care and high SPF sunblock.

“Options for removing fat and tightening skin range from noninvasive to surgical,” says Dr. Richard Moore of The Lifestyle Center. “Results can vary from person to person.” Noninvasive options inclued: »» Zerona is a total body, low-level laser that opens up channels in fat-cell walls, causing the contents to leak out and be absorbed by the body. But it doesn’t eliminate the fat cells—they can refill if you overeat or become inactive. »» Zeltiq sucks the skin up and freezes fat cells, which are then reabsorbed by the body over three months or so. Not appropriate for large areas. »» LipoSonix, recently FDA-approved, uses focused ultrasound to disrupt fat-cell membranes and destroy the cells. »» Devices that use radiofrequency waves, such as Venus Freeze, can both tighten skin and shrink fat cells. Surgical devices that physically remove fat cells: »» Tickle Lipo can extract large volumes of fat through punch biopsy incisions without heat »» Vaser uses ultrasound energy to break up fat and suck it out, while also tightening skin. »» SmartLipo uses a laser to aspirate fat and create some skin tightening. »» Traditional liposuction uses a cannula that vibrates and sucks out fat, but with no skin tightening.

Tired of Sinus and Allergy Problems? Dr. Jim Gould of the St. Louis Sinus Center now offers an amazing new treatment known as XprESS Balloon Sinus Dilation. XprESS is a quick, minimally-invasive in-office procedure that reopens blocked sinuses, restoring natural sinus ventilation and drainage providing instant, life changing lasting relief.

See how a little balloon provides instant sinus relief that lasts. Call now for your evaluation 1–314–4RELIEF (473-5433) The New St. Louis Sinus Center James D. Gould, M.D., F.A.C.S. 12460 Olive Boulevard, Suite 202 • St. Louis, MO 63141 1-314-4RELIEF (473-5433) 1-636-931-7380 www.synergyentspecialists.net www.stlsinuscenter.com Caution: Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

James D. Gould, M.D. • Rita M. Schuman, M.D.

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The Science of

Skincare EYE CREAMS by lauren madras | photo by charles barnes

Nothing beats sleep, good nutrition and the right allergy medication, but when you’re trying to look less stressed, younger or just more beautiful, eye cream can go a long way. Just remember: keep the jars or tubes clean and always dab-and-pat, never rub the delicate skin around your eyes!

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Environmental Repair Plus Calm Glow Eye Gel Coola

White Lucent Anti-Dark Circles Eye Cream Shiseido

Wholly organic skincare products like this are hard to find, especially those with rave reviews. Rose water is paired with rye seed, linseed and black currant extract. The rye improves elasticity, an essential element to protect our skin, while the black currant and linseed soothe and reduce redness and discoloration.

When your skin has permanently darkened from age or damage, you can cover it or repair it. This cream uses vitamin C and 4MSK to help prevent melanin formation while brightening skin. Hawthorn extract, rice germ extract and vitamin E lend deep moisture and improve microcirculation in the tiny capillaries that weave throughout the super-thin, delicate skin in the eye area.

$56, coolasuncare.com

$55, department stores

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Rénergie Eye Multiple Action Lancôme

Revitalizing Eye Treatment Mineral Fusion

Enchanted Eye Cream Lush

The two-in-one set comes in three shades and includes a cutting-edge eye cream and tinted ‘veil’ to cover darkness and discoloration. The secret is the GF-Volumetry Complex, which consists of linseed, vigna and yeast extracts, as well as biolipids that encourage cell turnover and growth. They also promote better moisture absorbtion and rentention, important for plumping up fine lines and thickening the skin of the under-eye area.

Found in the beauty section of your local market, picking up this inexpensive tube is quick and easy. Once you’re home, you’ll forget the low price—it does a top-shelf job using magnesium, copper and zinc to promote cell production and fight years of damage from sun and poor diet. It’s also artificial dye- and fragrance-free, and it’s never been tested on animals.

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$20, Whole Foods

This rich, creamy lotion’s soothing properties come from the honey-lavender water and cold-pressed jojoba oil, a liquid wax that comes from seeds. It easily blends with our own sebum, the naturally occurring oil that keeps our skin moist (and what builds up to make our hair look dirty). The compatibility keeps irritation at a minimum. It’s also the only natural alternative to the type of oil that comes from whale-hunting found in many cosmetics. $27, Lush stores

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what’s your beauty

routine?] [ Sarah Thompson by rebecca koenig

[ the routine ] Skin

Every morning, I wash my face using a little loofah sponge to help exfoliate. I use RX for Brown Skin, which is designed for women with different ranges of complexion. I use organic African black soap whenever I feel myself getting weird blemishes; it feels like it helps get my skin back in balance. Every so often, I’ll go for a facial to help clear out my skin, and I try to be careful about ones with chemicals.

Makeup

I use Mary Kay foundation and concealer, and a mix of products from Sephora. I use blush or bronzer, depending on the season. A television makeup trick I use is putting bronzer or blush around my hairline so you can’t see where the foundation ends. I’ve learned from being on-camera what makeup helps brighten eyes; my eyeliner is from Chanel. I do my lips with gloss or lipstick last and try to keep it pretty natural. I use MAC blot pressed powder to control shine.

photo by charles barnes

You may have seen Sarah Thompson highlight local events on KMOV’s Stepping Out segment, or noticed her working behind the scenes at New Dance Horizons. The one-woman force behind Sarah Thompson Productions is always juggling many projects —plus motherhood. “There’s something really exciting about the work I do,” Thompson says. “There’s never a dull moment.” The Chesterfield native attended MICDS. After completing her undergraduate studies at Stanford, Thompson got a master’s degree from the history, film and television program at the University of Birmingham in England. She worked for the BBC and produced a documentary before moving back to St. Louis in 2004 and working for a marketing agency. Almost four years ago, Thompson started working independently through her eponymous public relations and marketing company. She also produces freelance

television packages for organizations such as the Higher Education Channel and the Missouri History Museum, and she has won several regional Emmy Awards for her work. Thompson serves on the board of commissioners for the Central West End South Special Business District. With all the projects Thompson balances, she says, “No day is ever the same.” On a typical Thursday, Thompson drops off her young son at daycare, then heads downtown to KMOV to film a segment of Stepping Out for Great Day St. Louis. Then she takes her son to her mother’s house and attends a few afternoon meetings. The sunset does not signal the end of Thompson’s workday; she says she gets most of her writing done late at night. “Living in the West End makes my life so much easier,” she says. “I don’t really have a commute. What we give up in size makes up for itself in convenience.”

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>> Don’t Stress About the Holidays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Free | St. Luke’s Hospital | stlukes-stl.com >> Tips for Long-Distance Caregivers

10 – 11:30 a.m. | Kirkwood Community Center missouribaptist.org

>> Parent Seminar 7 – 8 p.m. | Free | St. Louis Neurotherapy stlneurotherapy. com

>> Dodge Lecture: Jonathan Mink, Adventures in Rare

Disease Research 915 – 10:15 a.m. | Washington University, Clopton Auditorium | neuroscienceresearch.wustl.edu

>> Infant Massage (class) 10 a.m. – noon | $20 | Missouri Baptist Medical Center stlouischildrens.org >> Parents of a Child with an Autism Spectrum

Disorder support group 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. – noon TouchPoint main office | lifeskills-mo.org

>> Joint Pain (class) 6:30 p.m. | Free | Des Peres Hospital | Despereshospital.com >> Cardiac Cath Lab Observation

for EMS/Health Care Providers 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Free | Missouri Baptist Clinical Nursing Institute | missouribaptist.org

>> Give Thanks for Wellness in the Holiday Season 5:45 – 6:45 p.m. | Cancer Support Community wellnesscommunitystl.org

>> Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyspraxia

and those other ‘Dys’ Diagnoses (lecture) 7 – 8 p.m. | Midwest Institute for Neurological Development | mi4nd.com

>> Holiday Sweetness: Keeping it Real 6 – 8 p.m. | Cancer Support Community wellnesscommunitystl.org 2012 Care & Conquer Conference 1 – 8:15 p.m. | Alzheimer’s Association | alz.org/stl

>> FIFth Annual Pediatric Nurse

Practitioner Conference 7:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. | $150 or $100 for students Eric P. Newman Education Center | stlouischildrens.org

>> Social/Personality Brown Bag series

1 p.m. | Washington University, Danforth Campus, Psychology 215 | neuroscienceresearch.wustl.edu

>> Kids Klass, group activities 3:30 – 5 p.m. | $15, one child; $20, two or more children Missouri Baptist Hospital Auditorium | bjc.org >> Girls Got Game! Fitness and wellness 2 – 4 p.m. | $15/girl, $20/mom and girl Jewish Community Center | jccstl.com

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Dr. Poppy Daniels MD Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Providing important wellness wellness and integrative medicine services integrative to women and men of all ages

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~ Women’s health specialist ~ General gynecology ~ Bioidentical hormone therapy ~ Infertility ~ Medically-supervised weight loss ~ Treatment for pre-menstrual, menstrual & menopausal symptoms ~ Wholistic prenatal care

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www.HomeHelpersSTL.com • Recuperative Care • Hospice Support Care • Nursing/Physical Therapy • Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care • Medication Management • Bathing/Personal Care • Laundry/Linen Change • Light Housekeeping • Meal Preparation • Transportation and so much more! BONDED & INSURED

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Washington University Physicians

West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University now offer CoolSculpting, among other body contouring options. CoolSculpting eliminates stubborn fat with no needles, anesthesia or downtime. westcountyplasticsurgeons.wustl.edu | 314.996.8800

TimelessTouch Massage

. Swedish . Deep tissue . Trigger point . Prenatal

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Timeless Touch Massage

Timeless Touch Massage helps ease and prevent muscular discomforts from migraines, fibromyalgia, arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome and much more. A new, clinically approved Sophie Prone Pregnancy Cushion provides comfortable experiences for pregnant women by allowing them to receive massages while lying face down. 42 Four Seasons Center | 314.941.0385 | timelesstouch.massagetherapy.com

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Dr. Robert P. Rothenberg

We provide high-quality dentistry and periodontal therapy with the latest technology in a comfortable, friendly environment. All patients receive cancer screenings using the VELscope, a new tool whose light penetrates tissue to reveal oral abnormalities. 49 Nationalway Shopping Center Drive 636.391.6990 | rothenbergdds.com

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APG Physical Therapy

APG Physical Therapy announces the opening of its fifth location at CityPlace 5, Ste. 120, in Creve Coeur. Alicia Borawski, DPT, is now accepting physical therapy patients. 845 N. New Ballas Road, Ste. 120 888.363.8333 apgphysicaltherapy.com

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Central Studio: Movement for Life

Central Studio encourages a healthy lifestyle through exercise, dance, nutrition and massage. This new studio provides an inspiring atmosphere with high-quality, experienced professionals in ballet, tango, yoga, gyrotonic, Pilates, zumba, boot camp and massage. 5617 Pershing Ave. 314.280.8054 centralstudiostl.com

Judith Gurley Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa

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Our new, state-of-the-art laser hair removal system safely, easily and quickly optimizes permanent hair reduction anywhere on the body. The laser uses vacuum-assisted technology that produces beautiful, long-lasting results in just minutes and is virtually pain-free. 14825 N. Outer 40 Road, Ste. 350 636.812.4300 judithgurley.com

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Greentree Pharmacy

Greentree Pharmacy, started by Paul Hueseman, PharmD, opened in Kirkwood Nov. 5. The new pharmacy serves Kirkwood and neighboring communities, with additional services catering to the senior community. Greentree Pharmacy is part of the Health Mart franchise. 301 S. Kirkwood Road 314.394.2404 greentree-rx.com

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botox® cosmetic

$10 per unit (20 unit minimum)

Other services include:

xeomin® n Dermal Fillers: belotero,® Juvederm,® Radiesse,® Restylane,™and sculptra®Aesthetic n Latisse for longer, thicker and darker eyelashes n microdermabrasion n chemical Peels n FotoFacial® RF n

Jackie Carr RN, MSN, ANP-BC ADULT NURSE PRACTITIONER

OVER 30 yEARS COMBINEd ExPERIENCE IN BOtOx INJECtIONS

John B. Holds, MD, FACS

Practicing in Saint Louis since 1990, Dr. Holds focuses on cosmetic and reconstructive issues surrounding the eye and middle face including:

n Cosmetic Upper and Lower Lid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

n Cosmetic Browlift n Fat Transfer for Facial Volume Loss n Laser Skin Resurfacing

For more info, visit EyelidMD.com

Open House

Please join us for our Open House

John B. Holds, M.D. & Jackie Carr, Adult Nurse Practitioner will be available to discuss both surgical & non-surgical options available through our office.

We will be raffling off various product and services. Food and Drink will be available. RSVP required by November 20, 2012

Date: November 27, 2012 Time: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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& Cosmetic Surgery, Inc. and Aesthetic Medispa of West County

Call 314.567.3567 to reserve your space today 12990 Manchester Road • Suite 101/102 • Des Peres 63131

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BEAUTY THROUGH BALANCE Actual patient of Dr. Nayak! Results may vary.

Saint Louis Neurotherapy Institute

Dr. L. Mike Nayak specializes in Botox, dermal fillers, and plastic surgery of the face. By combining surgical, nonsurgical, and laser techniques, Dr. Nayak can safely achieve dramatic yet natural facial rejuvenation in both men and women. And, because most procedures can be done without general anesthesia in our AAAHC-accredited office operating suite, risk and cost are reduced.

Join us at a free seminar Nov. 8 or Dec. 11 to learn more about neurofeedback. Reservations are appreciated. Call Kalie to schedule. 11710 Old Ballas Road, Ste. 205 314.983.9355 | stlneurotherapy.com

jason rhodes, d.c.

Call today for a personal evaluation, or to attend a saturday seminar!

314-991-LiFT (5438) 607 S. Lindbergh, 63131

St. Louis Sinus Center

Has allergy season sent you searching for relief? XprESS Balloon Sinus Dilation treats sinus pain and pressure without surgery, implants or medicine. Ongoing clinical studies of the in-office procedure to open nasal passages show it is effective for two years and beyond. 12460 Olive Blvd., Ste. 202 314.473.5433 synergyentspecialists.net

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RSVP for our Holiday Open House November 29, 4-8pm!

One-night-only specials, live demonstrations, door prizes, and more! Call 314-991-5438 to register

and reserve your spot.

Where Skincare and Medicine Come Together

DR. JAMES D. GOULD

HomeTeam Transition Management Group

HomeTeam participated in the 25th anniversary of National Breast Cancer Awareness month by encouraging staff and clients to schedule a mammography appointment. Many times, mammograms are covered without an insurance co-pay, making them easier than ever. 118 N. Meramec Ave. 314.863.5987 hometeamforliving.com

RUTHANN NOONAN, r.n.

Tammy Jacobs has joined Spaderma and Dr. Frank Simo. With over 15 years of experience as a Medical Esthetician, she continues to concentrate on Laser, Chemical Peels and Medical Microdermabrasion. Spaderma, a division of Facial Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center and Dr. Frank Simo 10448 Old Olive Street Road, Suite 200 St. Louis, MO 63141

314.743.8056

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Winding Brook Estate Lavender Farm

Lavender is well-known for its fresh scent, but it also has amazing health, beauty and well-being uses. Breathing it helps with sleep, depression and anxiety, and it has soothing skincare properties. New lavender-rose products will be available at the holiday open house Nov. 9. 3 Winding Brook Estate Drive 636.575.5572 windingbrookestate.com

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Hide your braces. Not your smile.

Discover a new cosmetic option for straightening your teeth: Braces placed on the INSIDE of your teeth!

Seniors Home Care

To more completely serve clients, SHC now offers RN case management services such as scheduled phone calls, client advocating and community resource coordination. Case management services are important in maintaining a positive quality of life. 432 Marshall Ave. | 314.962.2666 | seniorshomecare.com

Suresmile smart wires maintain your prescription and you’ll experience less discomfort, fewer office visits and a shortened treatment time.

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ChiroThin Weight Loss Center

Lose 20 to 30 pounds in just six weeks when following the doctor-supervised ChiroThin Weight Loss program. This is accomplished without shakes or pre-packaged food. To see if this program is right for you, schedule a no-charge, no-obligation consultation today. 173 Long Road, Ste. 100 | 636.530.1212 chirothinweightlosscenters.com

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636-778-9345 Our practice is #1 in the nation and currently lectures on this treatment

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Blown Away Blow Dry Bar

Blown Away Blow Dry Bar is an affordable must for St. Louis women of all ages. It’s a no-cut, no-color salon—just wash, blow and go. Our Money to Blow gift certificates make great holiday gifts and can be used for all services. 8815 Ladue Road | 314.932.1116 | blownawaystl.com | $30

The Lifestyle Center

The Lifestyle Center is pleased to offer the NeoCutis line of skincare products, including the award-winning Lumiere Restorative Eye Cream. Neocutis’ proprietary technology uses cultured skin cells to obtain an optimal, naturally balanced mixture of skin nutrients, including cytokines, growth factors and antioxidants. 7642 Forsyth Blvd. | 314.863.5556 thelifestylecenter.com

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Visit our website and see for yourself www.DrMKoo.com Dr. Michele Koo, MD, FACS Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon 333 South Kirkwood Road | St. Louis 63122 | 314 984 8331

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PAIN-FREE LASER DENTISTRY! We provide dental services for all ages and needs including: n Crowns in one appointment n Cosmetic and restorative dentistry n Lumineers n Your insurance welcome Enhancing smiles since 1973

636-391-6990 Robert P. Rothenberg, DDS 49 Nationalway Shopping Center Manchester & Woods Mill 63011 RothenbergDDS.com

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Experience a different kind of rejuvenation with CleanSpaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thai Reflexology. Thai Master Lee McBee delivers this healing treatment by itself or as part of the Ultimate Pedicure. Expect improved circulation, pain and stiffness relief, increased flexibility, lymphatic drainage and deep relaxation. 17201 Chesterfield Airport Road | 314.880.0777 | cleanspa.com | $30 to $60 dr. lawrence j. levens

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Levens Orthodontics

Studies say the first thing people notice is your teeth. Incognito hidden braces are 100-percent customized to give you the big, beautiful smile that will get you noticed. 2821 N. Ballas Road, No. 155 | 314.872.3218 | levensortho.com

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Nayak Plastic Surgery

CoolSculpting is a new, FDA-approved treatment that freezes fat cells and allows your body to eliminate them naturally in a few weeks. The treatment is best for stubborn fat, including love handles, spare tires and bra bulges. 607 S. Lindbergh Blvd. | 314.991.5438 | nayakplasticsurgery.com | $1,500

Aesthetic Medispa of West County

Glycolic acid has been used for centuries to provide skin rejuvenation. We offer Glyderm at-home skin care and in-office glycolic peels ranging from 20 to 70 percent. These peels should be done in a series for best results. 12990 Manchester Road, Ste. 101 314.567.3567 | eyelidmd.com Starting at $50 per peel

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Our new skin-tightening treatment stimulates collagen production, resulting in tighter, smoother, firmer skin. 13319 Manchester Road 314.822.1060 auroramedicalspa.com

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In addition to a full range of cosmetic injectables, MidAmerica Skin Health & Vitality Center now offers advanced laser treatments for more severe skin imperfections, including facial discoloration, texture irregularities and wrinkling. Such treatments are ideal in the cooler months. 222 S. Woods Mill Road, Ste. 475N 314.878.0600 midamericaskin.com

Ring in the Holidays with a New You!

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Chesterfield Orthodontics

Chesterfield Orthodontics now offers a new cosmetic option for braces: SureSmile braces are placed on the inside of your teeth and smart wires maintain your prescription for treatment. This option means less discomfort, fewer office visits and shorter treatment time. 4 West Drive, Ste. 170 636.778.9345 chesterfieldortho.com

The INTELLIGENT alternative to liposuction. No pain. No needles. No downtime.

We offer EXPERT TREATMENT of skin conditions and our physician-administered treatments include: l Botox®, Dysport®, Perlane®, Restylane®, Juvederm®

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Spaderma

Tammy Jacobs has more than 15 years of experience as a medical esthetician and recently completed a PCA Skin Advanced Clinical Training program. She is now offering new chemical peels. 10448 Old Olive Street Road, Ste. 200 314.743.8056 spadermaonline.com

Joseph A. Muccini MD

and Radiesse® l Non-invasive Ulthera® ultrasound skin tightening l Laser therapy for varicose veins l Laser treatments for skin texture, tightening and wrinkle reduction l Combination therapies for enhanced cosmetic results

Board-Certified Dermatologist Member of AAD, ASDS, AMA

Our aesthetician-administered treatments include facial peels, face and body hair removal, IPL and microdermabrasion.

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Kehrs Mill Family Dental

Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements that offer more than aesthetic enhancement; they allow you to smile and eat all the foods you love. Implants help you look more youthful, happy and confident. 964 Kehrs Mill Road 636.391.1186

314.878.0600

222 South Woods Mill Road | Suite 475N | Chesterfield 63017 On the campus of St. Luke’s Hospital Also offering Friday and Saturday appointment times www.MidAmericaSkin.com

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Beauty Shortcuts The holiday season is upon us. Between long days working, shopping and prepping—and longer nights hosting, attending and celebrating—there’s not always time to put on a new face or restyle hair. T&S has an arsenal of tested tricks and tips to keep you looking fresh and well-rested the next two months—even if you’re not!

Don’t have time to snag one of our recommended eye creams (pg. 38)? Here’s a few quick tricks to calm those tired eyes. Put spoons, tea bags or even cucumber slices in the freezer for a few minutes. Then place the chilled items over your closed eyes to reduce puffiness. Just as effective (if a bit odd), a dab of Preparation H cream also can soothe tired, overworked eyes. Get creative with ChapStick. If that flyaway hair just won’t stay in place, use lip balm to stick it down. No lipstick? No problem: smudge lip balm and bit of blush together on the back of your hand, then dab for a touch of color. We all know acne isn’t just a teenage problem. Over-the-counter eye drops can calm redness from a pimple. And if you ‘accidentally’ picked at that pesky blemish, snip open a vitamin E capsule and place the contents directly on the cleaned area to promote healing. Keep your lips kissable and soft by gently exfoliating them with a toothbrush and lotion or a gentle scrub of sugar and honey. Wipe off and add a light coat of lip balm to seal in moisture.

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Blasting heaters can make hair look like you had a run in with The Magic House static ball. Keep a few dryer sheets in your desk drawer and rub your hair thoroughly to cut down the static buildup. Then keep your hands off!

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Ban dry, scaly lizard legs at holiday cocktail parties. Add a pump of lotion or hair conditioner to your shaving cream, then use lotion after your shower. The extra hydration does wonders for your poor shins. Washing your hair every day in winter strips vital oils even faster—but bangs tend to look greasy if unwashed. Pull the rest of your hair back and shampoo just your bangs right at the sink. A quick blow-dry, and no one is any the wiser. Give your face a chance to breathe after all the extra makeup and chilly temperatures. Detox with a homemade mask once a week; there are hundreds of recipes online using everything from avocados to oatmeal. Check your pantry, then Google whatever you have on hand!

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[ on the table ] by jonathan carli | photos by bill barrett

[ Hendel’s Market Café ] 599 saint denis st.

| 314.837.2304

[ amuse bouche ] THE scene |

Charming historic structure with large front porch and lawn dining

THE CHEF |

Nathan Bennett

THE PRICES |

$8 to $11 appetizers; $11 to $30 dinners

THE FAVORITES |

Halibut with Flash-Fried Spinach, Raspberry Pork, Salted Caramel Cake, Pumpkin Cheesecake

This fine-dining restaurant is tucked into an unlikely spot, right in the middle of a residential neighborhood in historic Old Florissant. It’s located in a National Register of Historic Places building dating to 1863 that was once the corner grocery store. The building was purchased and renovated in 1994 by the Bennett family, and it is now a destination restaurant serving up good meals at value prices. There’s nothing nouveau, fusion or deconstructed about this place. It’s about down home cooking in a country-inn ambience. And one of the most appealing aspects is the friendly service. Everything about our two meals there said ‘welcome.’ The main dining room has a turn-of-the-century appeal, with a fireplace and mantel, wrought-iron pedestal tables and tall, Colonial-style mullioned windows. I actually prefer the less-bustling adjacent wood porch, with its thin-plank ceiling and roll-down plastic walls for when it’s cold outdoors. A third dining

room added a few years ago doubles as the bar, and it can get noisy. In addition to its sheer charm value, Hendel’s offers the complete-dinner concept of bygone years that so many restaurants have abandoned. All selections, about 14, come with salad, vegetable and side. Our Raspberry Pork ($19) consisted of three sizable slices of loin meat sauced with a sweet, reddish drizzle. The meat was tender and came with smashed red potatoes and crisp, grilled asparagus. The sauce tasted suspiciously like raspberry jam; I expect it was a shortcut from the Escoffier version made with fresh raspberries. An evening special, Grouper with Flash Fried Spinach ($21), was very good. The fillet was char-broiled and blanketed with pleasant oily spinach and thick shavings of parmesan. It came with grilled asparagus and herbed orzo. The salads that preceded our meal had iceberg and other greens and few cherry

tomatoes; however, the greens were a little tired, possibly from being pre-made. But the house dressing, a poppyseed vinaigrette, was a tasty emulsion of seeds, sugar and crushed sweet red onion. There are three steaks on the menu, and my Strip with House-made Steak Sauce ($22) had plenty of flavor and came well-seasoned with salt and pepper—sounds simple, but that’s not always the case. The sauce was piquant and deep, tinged with Worchestershire. A special of Shrimp Scampi was less exciting, especially the accompanying polenta, which was more like soupy farina. Hendel’s offers good, down-to-earth desserts via a dessert tray. We chose Salted Caramel Cake ($5.50) and Pumpkin Cheesecake. The first had a pleasant yellow cake with a gooey caramel topping and caramel crunch bits running through the layers. The cheesecake was a cream-cheesy wedge with a nice, strong pumpkin flavor.

[ chef chat ]

[ food • ŏ • lō • gy ]

20 years in the industry

Worchestershire | This piquant sauce includes soy sauce, garlic, tamarind, molasses, lime anchovies and other distinctive seasonings and was developed in India by the English as a blend of Eastern and Western flavors.

>> nathan bennett PEDIGREE | FAVORITE INGREDIENT |

Garlic, because it goes with almost anything.

Favorite local restaurant |

Cork Wine Bar in Ferguson

Melba | A raspberry-based sauce developed by Auguste Escoffier for Australian opera singer Dame Nellie Melba

Polenta | A mush made with cornmeal, this is a staple of Northern Italy and is served hot or cold, cut into squares and fried.

favorite cookbook |

[ aftertaste ]

Most Memorable Dining Experience |

>>We love this place and like to take friends there to introduce them to this hidden gem. The food is great and it’s such a cool, historic building. I don’t know many places in town where you can get this kind of meal at these prices, either!

The French Laundry, Thomas Keller

A six-course meal at Hugo’s Cellar in Las Vegas—where all the locals go.

— Michelle T. of Clayton

>> I really enjoy going to Hendel’s for the ambience. It’s like a throwback to a simpler, slower time—and the food is a good value. ‑—Denise W. of Brentwood

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chef’s table] table three

16765 main street | wildwood 63040 636-458-4333 | table-three.com table three Private Dining event room: Comfort and ambiance best describe our beautifully appointed event room. this private dining room comfortably accommodates 50 to 60 guests and emanates a warm and inviting atmosphere.

quick bites presented by

| ContemPorary ameriCan Dining | SeaSonal menuS, Private Dining roomS available,

happy hour Tue – Fri 3-6, Wine Wed and Tapas Thur.

Robinson, owner of Bobo Noodle House and I Fratellini, has recently opened Bar Les Frères at 7637 Wydown Blvd.,

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bistro 1130

1130 town & country crossing drive saint louis 63017 | 636-394-1130 bistro1130.com this Holiday season let bistro 1130 serve you a relaxing holiday dinner and dessert.

| global cuisine | to reserve your Holiday business event and bistro red velvet cake

order your tHanksgiving turkey dinner contact Mikki@Bistro1130.coM or visit our weBsite.

THE HANGAR GRILL

127 chesterfield towne center chesterfield 63005 | 636-530-1745 thehangargrill.com TuRkEy CLub WRAp: Thinly sliced turkey wrapped with shredded jack and cheddar cheeses, crisp bacon, romaine lettuce, tomato and ranch dressing, served with homemade chips.

| a wide-ranging menu in a friendly, comforTable aTmosphere serving lunch, dinner and drinks.

Frailey’s Pub & Grill Pub & Grill

Turkey arTichoke Panini: spinach artichoke spread, turkey, mozzarella cheese and tomato on a sourdough panini served with steak fries or your choice of side.

| casual american dininG | outdoor dining with 55" hdtv, happy hour m-f 2-6, PrivaTe ParTy room and caTerinG available

FILIPPO’S

120 chesterfield valley drive chesterfield 63005 | 636-536-6833 filipposstl.com LInguIne PeScatOre Shrimp, clams, mushrooms in a light tomato and white wine sauce served over a bed of linguine.

| authentic old-Style italian fine dining | family owned/operated and known for perSonal,

friendly Service. mamma’S homemade rollS & deSSertS.

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across the street from I Fratellini. The small bar-cafe, which means ‘The Brothers Bar’ in French, is open Monday through Saturday from 4 p.m. until close. Expect a small menu of starters, entrees and salads, as well as classic cocktails and a full French wine list.

[ changes at cheshire ]

Renovations to the 27,000-square-foot structure just east of The Cheshire at 6300 Clayton Road are almost complete. The private event space upstairs and upscale casual spot downstairs is called The Restaurant. Opened Nov. 5, it’s a dining room and bar for 200 that offers American cuisine prepared in an open kitchen. Basso, an Italian bar and restaurant to be situated underneath The Restaurant, is scheduled to launch Dec. 15, and The Market, a causal grab-and-go spot where people can buy house-made pastas, breads and light bites, is set to start serving in January.

[ balaban’s catering ]

| upsCALE bAR & GRILL fARE

15850 manchester road ellisville 63011 | 636-227-2622 fraileyspubandgrill.com

[ bar les frères opens ]

Recently, Balaban’s wine cellar and tapas bar at 1772 Clarkson Road took over an additional 2,046 square feet of adjacent space in Dierbergs Marketplace at the corner of Clarkson and Baxter roads. The acquired space is designated for private events and as an intimate wine room for dining. D. Scott Phillips was hired as the new catering and banquet chef. Phillips previously worked as the executive chef at Provisions Gourmet Market in Creve Coeur.

[ bread making at cravings ]

Award-winning cookbook writer, pastry chef and cooking teacher Nick Malgieri will share his baking wisdom Nov. 12 at Cravings, 8149 Big Bend Blvd. From baking with Julia Child and teaching at the Institute of Culinary Education to working as pastry chef at the Waldorf Astoria and Windows on the World, Malgieri has been in the baking business for more than three decades. In his new book,

Nick Malgieri’s Bread, he shows that

making the perfect loaf is easier than you think. The $35 ticket includes an autographed cookbook, food and wine. For more on the latest from the St. Louis food scene, visit The Scoop section of SauceMagazine.com.

LEISURE

“You get more for your money here than the other places I looked at. At first I thought The Gatesworth was too fancy for me, but after visiting I saw it with different eyes. It is such a pleasure to live here.”

Photo by Colin Miller of Strauss Peyton

~ Resident Kathryn Stinson

Bridge with Bl♠nd

by kenny bland

Defense! Defense! It sounds like a cheer from a Rams game, but that chant can be heard at the bridge center, too. As players, we defend most of the time, so it becomes a critical facet of the game. Recently, a carding agreement and good analysis during the hand defeated a fine three, no-trump contract, much to the disappointment of the declarer and his partner. Cover the West and South hands and see if you can find the killing defense. The bidding: S W N E 1nt pass 3nt pass pass pass The hand:

North ♠ 76 ♥54 ♦ A Q 10 9 7 5 ♣ A 10 9

WEST EAST ♠ A 9 4 3 ♠ Q J 10 5 J 10 9 6 ♥ ♥A872 6 ♦ ♦ 43 J 5 3 2 ♣ ♣ 8 7 6 SOUTH ♠K82 ♥KQ3 ♦ K J 8 2 ♣KQ4 Opening lead Jack of ♥ East and West had the ‘Jack denies’ agreement: When East won the Ace of ♥, he knew the declarer had the King and Queen of that suit. He quickly shifted to the Queen of ♠, and the defense took the Ace of ♥ and 4 ♠, down one. Please note: a ♥ continuation would result in declarer making 5!

tip of the day]

Q| My partner and I are new to duplicate, and some of the vocabulary is foreign to us. For example, we were asked what our defensive carding agreement is. What is carding? A| Carding is ‘bridge speak’ for signaling. When someone asks about carding, they want to know your partnership signaling agreement, standard or otherwise. A popular signaling agreement is when you or your partner are on lead against no-trump, a lead of a Jack denies a higher honor. When making an opening lead against no-trump, a standard lead would be the Jack of a suit from J 10 9 8 7. Also the lead of the Jack from A J 10 9 8, K J 10 9 8 is a possibility. This creates an ambiguity. By having the carding agreement that the lead of the ‘Jack denies,’ we are able to fix this problem.

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Kodner Gallery New inventory currently features artwork by Modern and Contemporary masters, including Roy Lichtenstein, Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Tom Friedman, Ernest Trova, Dale Chihuly, Claes Oldenburg, James Rosenquist and many others. 9650 Clayton Road | 314.993.4477 kodnergallery.com

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Il Bel Lago Treat yourself to a stress-free holiday party this year in one of our six beautiful private dining rooms, where chef Frank Gabriele will create a custom menu delivered with personality and style. 11631 Olive Blvd. | 314.994.1080 ilbellago.com

Modern Art II 1996 by Roy Lichtenstein

Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club

Butler’s Pantry Butler’s Pantry, a second-generation business founded in 1966, provides innovative and creative catering services for corporate functions, social and special events and weddings of all sizes. 1414 Park Ave. | 314.644.7680 butlerspantry.com

See the ‘Elements of Style & Grace’ at the Sheer Elegance No. 24 Fashion Show, 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Chase Park Plaza. Project Runway designers showcase styles; celebrities Anna Maria Horsdord, Jennie Runk, Katie Kearney and Christina Mendez stroll the runway; and MathewsDickey Girls’ program honorees take center stage. 4245 N. Kingshighway Blvd. 314.382.5952, ext. 234 mathews-dickey.com

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Jeff Computers Sculptural glass bowls created from recycled glass are available in three different sizes and assorted colors. Made in Spain. 9740 Clayton Road | 314.994.0606 signofthearrow.com $16 to $45

Study X is an educational software program Jeff Minnis created. He began selling Study X online and received orders from across the U.S. 4366 Manchester Road 636.256.7901 | studyx.com Jeff Minnis

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Ooh La La Home Furnishings Our creative entertaining menus have everything you need to make your holiday parties distinctive and impressive. Ladue·Clayton·Westport 314.205.1151 | gourmettogo.com

Add some Ooh La La to your holiday decor with our extensive selection of seasonal items. We offer not only style and sophistication but whimsy and fun. 17701 Edison Ave., Ste. 101 636.532.3353 oohlalahomefurnishings.com

Old Webster Get ready for the holiday season with our Christmas Open House from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, filled with trolleys, carriage rides, Santa Claus and more! Shop for gifts and new decorating ideas. Lockwood and Gore avenues visitoldwebster.com

Joy on Clayton—Joy Tribout Interior Design Brighten your holiday table! This gorgeous preserved pine centerpiece is artfully displayed in our silver crested bowl by Jan Barboglio. 9719 Clayton Road | 314.692.9888 joytribout.com

Holiday Open House & Jewelry Trunk Show Tuesday, November 13, 2012 10AM to 4PM

Many gift items including fur wraps, holiday candles, purses, jewelry, picture frames and more!

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TOWN TALK

Get Heidi toGlaus know] of Lafayette Square

by tony di martino | photo by bill barrett

WHAT I DO I’m a reporter for KSDK, and my focus is on good news. WHY I DO IT It’s a great way to meet inspiring people who do incredible things. WHY I’M GOOD AT IT I’m definitely a people person, and I’m very competitive. ORIGINS I grew up in New Madrid, Mo. FAMILY I have the best parents in the world. My sister is my best friend, and my 4-year-old niece and 6-year-old nephew are so much fun to be around. They make everything else seem unimportant. EDUCATION I went to William Woods University on a basketball and softball scholarship, and studied TV and radio production. I interned at KSDK...and never left! NOT

QUITE READY FOR MY CLOSEUP I originally wanted to be an actress, but wasn’t willing to take the risk. CAREER PATH After interning at Show Me St.

Louis in 1996, I was a production assistant for Today in St. Louis, which means I ran the teleprompter for Art and Jennifer. Then I went back to Show Me as an associate producer. I begged and pleaded until they gave me a chance to report. I eventually ended up hosting Show Me then moved to Today for five years. Now I show up on the 4, 5 or 6 p.m. newscasts. BIGGEST CHALLENGE Moving to the ‘big city’ after growing up in a town of 3,000. FAVORITE MOVIE I absolutely loved The Help and would have given the Oscar to Viola. I also can’t turn the channel if A League of Their Own is on. FAVORITE BOOK The Help and The Glass Castle. Just bought Andy Cohen’s book and can’t wait to read it. I’m more of a memoir person. FICTIONAL CHARACTER I MOST RESEMBLE I can relate to Monica on “Friends” in the way that she is, shall we say, very particular about things. MY HERO This is going to sound cheesy, but I really admire my sister. She has her own psychology practice, then she comes home and cooks, plays with the kids and gives baths. I can barely take care of myself. TALENT I WISH I HAD I took piano lessons for seven years and can’t even play a scale. My mom told me I’d regret not practicing, and I do. IF I RULED THE WORLD No kid would go to bed hungry or unloved. BEST ADVICE I EVER GOT It’s not the mistake, it’s how you recover from it. That’s something my TV mom, Jennifer Blome, told me years ago. BEST ADVICE I EVER GAVE Stop talking and listen. SATURDAY NIGHT IN ST. LOUIS Dinner with friends, followed by live music VACATION ESCAPE Mexico FAVORITE RESTAURANT Eleven Eleven Mississippi is like my second home. HELPING HAND I am very blessed and feel like I should do my best to pay it forward. GOAL I want to tell the best story I possibly can, every single day.

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Benefits the American Cancer Society

Ladue • Clayton • Westport

6:30 to 11 p.m. | Soulard’s Restaurant | $89 | 314.241.7956

11/22 Roasted Pheasant Thanksgiving Dinner

Family-style meal featuring roasted pheasant, Brussels sprout salad, stuffing and more. Reservations required, large parties welcome. 5, 5:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. | Home Wine Kitchen | $60 homewinekitchen.com

Thanksgiving Feast

Thanksgiving feast; reservations required for six or more 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Pere Marquette Lodge Adults $25, Children $10 | 618.786.2331, ext. 502

Thanksgiving Dinner, or Sides To-Go

Enjoy a full Thanksgiving meal in the restaurant or take home family-sized portions of sweet potato casserole, garlic mashed potatoes or creamed spinach.

Celebrate the Season November 10th and 11th and receive

25% off the entire store! novEMBEr 10: 10-5 | novEMBEr 11: 11-6 treats and refreshments will be served

noon to 6 p.m. | Ruth’s Chris in Clayton $29 per meal, $30 per carry-out side dish

Thanksgiving at the Chase

Enjoy sushi, pasta, caviar, carved meat, cheeses and desserts at the Starlight Brunch buffet. Eau Bistro and Cafe Eau offer three-course, prix-fixe dinners that include salad, turkey, sides and pumpkin desserts, as well as a la carte menus. Call for reservations. Starlight Brunch | 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. | Adults $65, Children 5 to 12 years $20, 4 and younger free | 314.633.6868 Eau Bistro | Nov. 22 | noon to 8 p.m. | $36 | 314.454.9000 Cafe Eau | Nov. 22 | until 8 p.m. | $28 | 314.454.9000

Thanksgiving at The Four Seasons

The Ballroom brunch features turkey, ham, strip loin, chicken and seafood, while the Cielo brunch also includes Bloody Marys, mimosas and views of the Arch. Includes free valet parking, an outdoor s’mores and cider station for kids and access to the ‘Man Cave,’ where football fans can watch the game and enjoy Urban Chestnut beer. Or, get dinner for 10 to go.

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Fall Flair with Julia Knight serveware

Thanksgiving Harvest Brunch

Turkey, sushi, beef Wellington, seafood, sparkling wine and made-toorder omelets will be served at The Restaurant’s brunch at The Ritz-Carlton. Reservations recommended.

10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. | The Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton | Adults $82, Children 12 and younger $41 | 314.719.1433

“Camp Weloki has taught me to use my voice in a confident, positive way and help me be a leader for others.” Becca, age 16

Thanksgiving Dinner at The Grill

A four-course prix-fixe dinner

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5 to 9 p.m. | The Grill at The Ritz-Carlton | Adults $89, Children 12 and under $44.50

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[arts&entertainment] [november]

by kari williams

[ etc. ]

[ movies ]

11/8 environmental issues of st. louis: past, present and future

Alex Cross >> Tyler Perry stars as the title character in Alex

| 5 p.m. | Saint Louis Zoo | Free | 314.516.6203

11/9 town & country talents and

treasures holiday boutique | 9 a.m.

Longview Farm House | town-and-country.org

11/13 richard paul evans book signing

mythbusters: behind the myths

7:30 p.m. | Fabulous Fox | $45 - $75 | fabulousfox.com >> Participate in live science experiments with Discovery Channel’s Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage.

11/8

Art @ Your Library: Play with Your Food 10 a.m. | Weber Road Branch County Library Free | slcl.org

jr.

>>> 11/9 Storytelling at the Museum: Happy Harvesting

10:30 a.m. | Missouri History Museum | Free | mohistory.org Learn where food comes from with fallthemed storytelling.

t&s saw it!

Cross, an action movie based on the detective novels of the same name. Unlike many of Perry’s productions, the film does not depict goofy family pratfalls. Cross is a police detective hunting a sociopathic assassin through the underbelly of Detroit. The action sequences were more laughable than thrilling, but they were preferable to the tear-jerking emotional moments and the unpleasant, graphic torture scenes. I didn’t appreciate that all of the strong female characters were killed off over the course of the movie—is it too much to ask that a woman stand among the heroes at the end? Should You See It? Unless you’re a big Perry fan, save this for Redbox. —R.K.

the master >> I really wanted to like this movie. The

[ theater ]

11/8 susan sherman annual

pilobolus

7 p.m. | Contemporary Art Museum | Free | camstl.org

11/9 the missouri immigrant

experience: faces and places (photography

exhibition) | 6 p.m. | Old North Restoration Group & Gallery| Free | mira-mo.org/wordpress

11/9 – 11/11 artstravaganza

St. Louis Artists’ Guild & Galleries | Free bestofmissourihands.org

now

new media series – james nares: street (video)

Saint Louis Art Museum | Free | slam.org >> A 61-minute video depicting activities of a bustling city street in slow motion.

Dance St. Louis | 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. | Touhill $35 - $55 | dancestlouis.org >> Athletes, dancers and shape-shifters join together when the Pilobolus dance company comes to St. Louis.

111/9 & 11/11 the mikado

Winter Opera | 8 p.m & 3 p.m. | Skip Viragh Center for the Performing Arts | $36 - $51 | winteroperastl.org

11/9 -11/18 this wide night

8 p.m. & 2 p.m. | West End Players Guild | $20 westendplayers.org

11/1 – 1/11 facing the shadow

2 p.m. & 8 p.m. | The Black Rep | $10 - $25 theblackrep.org

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always-amazing Philip Seymour Hoffman plays a charismatic and highly intellectual leader of a spiritual movement known simply as The Cause. He and his wife (a scarily controlling and controlled Amy Adams) guide enthusiastic followers through countless psychological exercises to reconnect with past lives. ‘Master’ takes special interest in Freddie (Joaquin Phoenix), an emotionally disturbed, brutish WWII vet who drunkenly stumbles into this cult-like group. Though the acting was superb, the plot dragged. Many scenes seemed to have nothing to do with the overall story and left me wondering: What exactly was Master’s point? Should You See It? Wait for the DVD on this one. —c.k.

[ art ] distinguished speaker: thelma golden

Viewed at Chase Park Plaza Cinemas

[ music ] 11/10 straight no chaser 8 p.m. | Fabulous Fox | $29.50 - $45.50 | fabulousfox.com

11/10 stevie ray vaughn tribute

8 p.m. | The Pageant | $15 $20 | thepageant.com

11/11 what do you think i fought for? The St. Louis Chamber Chorus 3 p.m. | Christ Church Cathedral | $10 - $30 chamberchorus.org

travis tritt

8 p.m. | Lumiere Place | $40 $55 | lumiereplace.com >> Enjoy hits such as T-R-O-UB-L-E and Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares) when the country star comes to town.

PROPERTIES

12050 carberry place

T&S ] properties 12050 carberry place by rebecca koenig

listing price | $1.65 million listing agent | nancy percy and beth nelson of laura mccarthy real estate The pool first attracted woodwork panels the office. The home sits on a 1-acre lot, which Lorenzini has Karen Lorenzini to the house at 12050 Carberry Place, its spacious patio, diving board and pool house making the property feel like a private resort. It’s also a favorite feature of her two young sons, who love to splash around. “This is where they learned to swim, and now they’re fabulous swimmers,” Lorenzini says. The pool is one of many special assets in the one-and-ahalf-story home. The lower level has a theater room, exercise area and even a four-hole putting photos by steven b. smith photography green. A backyard swingset adds an additional place for children to play. The master suite has a barrel ceiling, bay window and walk-in closets, and it opens out to a private patio and hot tub. Rich

worked to improve. “We changed the landscape a lot in the backyard, making it a little more maintenance-free,” she says. “The whole back of the house is windows, and it’s lovely the way the light comes in,” Lorenzini says. The great room, which has a gas fireplace and a wet bar, is especially well-lit because of its high, coffered ceilings. “The great room is really lovely with all the windows and how light reflects off the prisms in the chandeliers; my sons call them rainbows.” The term also applies to the bright colors Lorenzini picked to paint the firstfloor walls. The kitchen and breakfast room are apple green, while the dining room has cranberry walls. Periwinkle purple shower tile adds flair to the master bathroom, which has a Jacuzzi tub and two large vanities. “I think the colors help increase the warmth,” Lorenzini says. The family has enjoyed living in Town & Country, and Lorenzini says her neighbors are friendly. “It’s a good walking neighborhood, and it’s lovely with the trees changing,” she says. Lorenzini’s family is relocating to be closer to her husband’s job and the boys’ school, and she has one requirement for their new home. “We’ll definitely have to find another house with a pool!” she says.

homework] Dear Homework, My husband and I own a 1960s California ranch in Creve Coeur. We have updated the inside to have an eclectic/modern look and feel. We have not updated the exterior besides normal painting. We are in dire need of an update, and love the Dwell look. Do you have any ideas that would not be a complete renovation? ———Make Me Modern

Dear Make Me Modern,

After

To make your house look more like a home in Dwell magazine, you will need to make it feel more modern, minimal and focused than it already does. The first thing I would do is paint the brick a concrete gray color and the siding a dark brown to match the window frames. This simplifies the elevation by eliminating the variations in the brick mix and sending the siding into the background. Next, I would add a garden wall and covered walkway to reinforce the horizontal lines of the composition and add a layer of modern detailing. This also underscores a sense of privacy for the large living room windows by creating an entry courtyard. Finally, by treating the landscaping in a bolder, more consistent way, the somewhat fuzzy current feeling is replaced by a crisp, minimal look that brings the whole scheme together, as does a new glass front door, a bright orange planter and modern aluminum house numbers. All of these ideas could be done separately or in some combination, based on your budget, to reach your goal. Good luck, ———Homework HomeWork is penned by Paul Doerner, president, The Lawrence Group. if you would like your home critiqued, contact us at homework@townandstyle.com

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314.725.0009 We would like to welcome the following Sales Associates who recently joined our company.

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tree wood | lake of tHe ozarkS Spring lake rancH | 90 min. from St. louiS 23.5 acreS $12,500,000 300 acreS $3,900,000 Former Anheuser Busch corporate retreat on horseshoe w/ The private property consists of a 3-year-old, 2 peninsulas has 4 furnished houses totaling 14,000+ sq. ft. 5,000 sq. ft. home on a 60-acre private lake.

2 grand meridien court | wildwood 4 bedroomS, 5½ batHS $1,999,995 Fabulous fusion of luxury & function abound within every detail of this 6,133 sq. ft. custom home on over 4 acres.

OpEN SUNdAY 1-3 8131 weStmoreland avenue | clayton 3 bedroomS, 3½ batHS $995,000 Creative, luxurious & efficient reconstruction by master carpenter. Large master ste w balcony & private garden.

4976 perSHing | central weSt end 6 bedroomS, 4½ batHS $939,000 Tudor Revival with the elegance of ages past & modern amenities. Allows for gracious entertaining.

150 carondelet plaza #603 | clayton tHe plaza in clayton $875,000 Stunning 6th floor unit with South & East views. Open floor plan. THE BEST CLAYTON HAS TO OFFER.

5 country eStateS | ladue ScHoolS 5 bedroomS, 3½ batHS $799,000 Open & spacious mid-century modern ranch home in wonderful Frontenac location on gorgeous 1+ acre lot.

300 main Street | arrow rock 4 bedroomS, 3½ batHS $695,000 Rare opportunity to buy a 12-yr-old home reproduced from an historic late 1800’s structure. 3-car garage.

331 nortH price road | ladue 4 bedroomS, 4½ batHS $520,000 Enjoy the best of both worlds. Charming original house & desirable addition. Elevator. 5-car garage.

4639 maryland ave. | central weSt end 4 bedroomS & 2½ batHS $500,000 enjoy lounging in your private, heated pool this summer & entertaining in the backyard w/brick patio.

1101 S. Spoede road | ladue ScHoolS 5 bedroomS, 3½ batHS $499,900 Inviting 2-story home with living & family rooms, gourmet kitchen & breakfast room, finished lower level.

new liSting! 314 n. broadway #1706 | downtown 10 weStfield lane | ladue ScHoolS 7 kirken knoll drive | town and country 3 bedroomS, 3 batHS $459,900 4 bedroomS & 4 batHS $480,000 1+ acre lot $399,900 Beautifully laid out on its acre+ lot, this home features Marquette penthouse with tremendous riverfront views, Explore the possibility of building your magnificent expansive rooms that flow together.Versatile floor plan. open floor plan & luxury flair. $5,000 buyer bonus. “dream Home” on this extraordinary & private lot.

1345 green tree lane | glendale 3 bedroomS, 2½ batHS $369,900 charming 1½ story on desirable street! enjoy 3 patios & screened porch overlooking private treed lot.

4126 olive Street | central weSt end 3 bedroomS, 2½ batHS $290,000 One of the very few 3 bedroom homes in Gaslight Square. Sleek, stylish & sophisticated town home.

1191 Hawken place | webSter groveS 3 bedroomS, 2½ batHS $259,000 Special enclave of handsome condos on a quiet street. Nicely decorated & styled. Inviting deck.

5622 magnolia avenue | tHe Hill 3 bedroomS, 2½ batHS $394,999 magnolia Square on the Hill! beautifully appointed home with upgrades from beam to rafter!

8054 daviS drive #2n | clayton 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $200,000 Reduced to sell! Updated kitchen & baths. Hardwood floors. Freshly painted. Bank-owned, 1,458 sqft. condo.

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54 Fair Oaks Drive Ladue ~ $1,290,000 Newer custom home with first floor master suite, 2 offices, elevator. Ann Wroth | Holly Bry Open Sunday 1-3

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51 WestmOrelanD Place Central West End ~ $2,295,000

8331 University Drive

422 nOrth WarsOn rOaD

Clayton Gardens, 3,944sf, finished LL.

Charming home with 1st floor master suite.

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2168 Dartmouth Gate Court | $379,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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6443 Wydown Blvd. | $1,595,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.753.0977 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com 7459 Parkdale Ave. | $539,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com 8331 University Drive | $1,075,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com 73 Lake Forest Drive | $999,000 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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9 N. Euclid Ave., No. 602 | $429,900 | Noon-2 p.m. | 314.800.4755 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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2652 Bruno Ave. | $129,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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321 Arbor Lane | $339,999 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.495.1285 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

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4 Deer Creek Woods | $754,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com 929 Tucker Lane | $1,599,999 | 12-1:30 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com 54 Fair Oaks Drive | $1.29 million | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com 422 N. Warson Road | $899,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com 929 Tucker Lane | $1,599,999 | Noon-1:30 p.m. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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7159 Westmoreland Drive | $449,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.640.6343 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

[ 63131 ]

73 Lake Forest Drive ~ $999,000 this home boasts an inviting entry foyer with curved staircase, terrazzo floors, arched doorways, multiple living rooms, and a new kitchen. 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 half baths, 4,700sF, Clayton schools.

8 Long Meadows Lane | $2.22 million | 1-4 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

[ 63139 ]

1382 Mobile Court | $108,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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121 Laduemont drive

Stephanie Connell

54 fair Oaks drive

8331 university drive

314.265.4739 SpConnell@aol.com

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422 n. warson road

929 tucker lane

Open Sunday 12-1:30

408 souTh waRson Road

Reduced pRice 929 TuckeR Lane

5215 LindeLL BouLevaRd

Ladue ~ $2,499,000 8,700sf mansion, 5br/6.5ba on almost 3 acres with pool, reflecting pond, indoor basketball court.

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Central West End ~ $1,399,900 Elegant mansion on Lindell. All new systems. CatV/voice data/dual coax. 4br/5ba 7,000sf total.

Cindy Looney 477.1994 | Sally Phelan 479.9396

Stephanie Connell 265.4739

Wayne & Ben 629.3931

1126 BeLLa visTa dRive

19 BeRkLey Lane

Open Sunday 2-4

73 Lake FoResT dRive

Richmond Heights ~ $999,000 Gracious home over 4,700sf, 6br, 3 full/2 half baths, terrazzo floors, new kitchen. In desirable neighborhood.

Frontenac ~ $974,900 5br/7ba. Finished walk-out LL. Unique floorplan with 2 main-level bedrooms.

Ladue ~ $795,000 Charming 4br/3.5ba, 3,409sf brick home just walking distance from Reed Elementary.

Stephanie Connell 265.4739

Wayne & Ben 629.3931

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Open Sunday 1-3

44 Godwin Lane

Reduced pRice

1665 wiLson Road

1501 ToppinG Road

Ladue ~ $699,900 Backs to Bogey Club Golf Course, 4,100sf, pool

Chesterfield ~ $664,900 3.6 Acres, 4br/5ba 6,000sf total. Pool, three garages for 12 cars.

Town and Country ~ $589,900 Beautiful 4br brick ranch with private backyard and in-ground pool.

Wayne & Ben 629.3931

Bob Barrett 570.8888

Reduced pRice

11576 new London dRive

undeR cOntRact

1432 Bopp Road

1 BRoad Meadows dRive

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Des Peres ~ $410,000 Fabulous master br suite with updated ba, steam shower and walk-in closet.

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Gina Bundy 267.6262

Stephanie Connell 265.4739

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Since 1936

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Pet Services

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$564,300 1840 Woodfin Court Agent: Tina L. Niemann Prudential Alliance Price per square foot: $160.82

$868,000 326 N. Central Ave. Agent: Ann Farwell Gladys Manion Price per square foot: $231.47

$840,000 13 Rio Vista Drive Agent: Mary Gentsch Coldwell Banker Gundaker-Ladue Price per square foot: $227.46

$390,000 19037 Bear Trail Road Agent: Emily Kibler CBG-Chesterfield/Wildwood Price per square foot: $168.10

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$635,000 47 Arundel Place Agent: Jeffrey P. Warner Laura McCarthy-Clayton Price per square foot: $302.38

$400,000 152 Plant Ave. Agent: Pat Coursault Keller Williams Realty St. Louis Price per square foot: $177.07

$838,000 588 Upper Conway Circle Agent: Mary Beth Benes CBG-Town & Country Price per square foot:: $223.29

$650,000 40 Chesterfield Lakes Road Agent: Mary Gettinger CBG-Town & Country Price per square foot: $139.57

$591,909 488 S. Harrison Ave. Agent: Mary Lewis Mary Lewis Realty

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$600,000 17674 Lasiandra Drive Agent: Rosemarie Meister Prudential Alliance Price per square foot: $147.71

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$532,500 11816 Devonshire Ave. Agent: Matthew Muren Prudential Select Properties Price per square foot: $192.24

$850,000 1215 Kings Glen Court Agent: Tina Niemann Prudential Alliance Price per square foot: $274.19

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$15,990

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