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• Can I move out of the house now? • Is your initial meeting free of charge and if not, how much is it and for how long? List out your concerns about the future and have your divorce attorney address them. In the end, you should have someone represent you that you are comfortable with and makes you feel confident in their ability to answer your questions.
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WORLD PEDIATRIC PROJECT HEALS CRITICALLY ILL CHILDREN AND BUILDS HEALTH CARE CAPACITY THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. PICTURED ON THE COVER: WORLD PEDIATRIC PROJECT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR LINDA WULF AND COLOR ART PARTNER JEFF BAUER OPEN THE DOORS OF RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE FOR WORLD PEDIATRIC PROJECT KIDS FROM CENTRAL AMERICA. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.317.8809 OR VISIT WORLDPEDIATRICPROJECT.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO BY COLIN MILLER OF STRAUSS PEYTON PHOTOGRAPHY
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THE FACES BEHIND THE SCENE
publisher LAUREN B. RECHAN
EDITORIAL managing editor STEPHANIE WALLACE contributing writer JULIA M. JOHNSON contributing editor CAROLINA VONKAMPEN
CREATIVE / PHOTOGRAPHY creative director JULIE M. STREILER
graphic designer CYDNEY MOORE
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CONTRIBUTORS talk of the towns BILL BEGGS JR.
WHEN THE CLOCK STRIKES MIDNIGHT ON DEC. 31, many of us will be looking forward to a fresh start—myself included. People obviously are excited to bid
2020 adieu, but it’s important to remember that 2021 isn’t going to offer us some magic reset button. COVID-19 doesn’t care about the calendar turning over. And even if it miraculously did, a paradigm-shifting global pandemic can’t be overcome with a couple glasses of Champagne and a rousing rendition of “Auld Lang Syne.” We’ll be carrying 2020 with us for a long time to come.
the velvet hammer JOAN BERKMAN
“A return to fans at sporting events, especially the Cardinals”
off the cuff MIKE CLAIBORNE
homework PAUL DOERNER patty unleashed PATTY HANNUM
And you know what? It’s OK that everything won’t instantly be OK. The thing about living through unprecedented times is that there is no guidebook. If you’re still feeling sad and frustrated on Jan. 1, that’s perfectly understandable. In fact, we should continue to grieve what we’ve lost and reflect on what we still have. It might be difficult, but it’s the best way to learn and move forward. This year has taken so much from so many, but it also has taught us a lot about strength and resilience. We’ve seen the power of coming together as a community, even if that means staying apart physically. I don’t think I’ve ever been so grateful for what I get to do working at Town&Style. In a year defined by physical and metaphorical distance, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with so many amazing St. Louisans. From students and activists to doctors and business owners, I’ve gotten to hear firsthand accounts of the amazing things being done to help our city continue to thrive even in the darkest times. And the best part? I get to take those stories and pass them on to you, our readers. We’re stronger together, and I’m thankful for whatever small part I might play in connecting people.
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parent trap DR. TIM JORDAN
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d to the beauty writer ing marrie ett G “ nd a MARYLYN SIMPSON I don’t know what your holidays will look like. Weird or different is A e! if l y love of m probably an understatement, and for many of us, they may be a little necessarily bit lonely. But whether you’re celebrating with family or enjoying solo fashion editor vaccine—not er.” CHRISSIE WOJCIECHOWSKI festivities, I hope you find some moments of peace and joy. You deserve in that ord it for making it through 2020.
Thank you for sticking with T&S this year. It’s certainly been one for the books, and I’m looking forward to starting a new chapter with all of you in 2021.
Happy Holidays, —STEPHANIE WALLACE managing editor
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by stephanie wallace have been almost impossible to find safe places for the children and their guardians to stay, and we wouldn’t be able to continue our programming,” Wulf says. “Ronald McDonald House was going to close in the spring, but it stayed open to help care for our kids. It also provided a van so our employees didn’t have to worry about having people in their personal vehicles.” To help relieve World Pediatric Project’s financial burden, a local company, Color Art, has offered to share its facilities. “We have moved our entire operation into its collaborative workspace,” Wulf explains. “It was a big risk for a for-profit company to bring in a nonprofit, but everyone has treated us as their own. With the expense reduction, we’ve been able to use the money to help more children.” She estimates that over six years, the partnership with Color Art will save the nonprofit more than $400,000 in rent. Along with support from local partners, the generosity of donors has kept World Pediatric Project’s operations running smoothly. This fall, it held a golf tournament, which raised more than $450,000. Wulf says the nonprofit is especially thankful for the support since it had to postpone its largest annual fundraiser, Treasures of Paradise. The event usually is held in January, but for 2021, it has been pushed back to April 23. “We hope that everyone will be able to join us in the spring,” she says. “We’re so grateful to the community for placing its trust in us during these unprecedented times.” &
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EVERY YEAR, WORLD PEDIATRIC PROJECT sends teams of medical professionals to South America and the Caribbean to deliver much-needed pediatric surgical care to more than 2,000 children. The most complex cases are brought to St. Louis and other cities for life-saving surgeries. It’s not difficult to imagine the colossal impact a global pandemic would have on such an international operation, but this year, the nonprofit didn’t let COVID-19 disrupt its mission. Thanks to partnerships abroad and at home, it was able to remain dedicated to healing critically ill children and building health care capacity throughout the world. World Pediatric Project serves children in 12 countries. Executive director Linda Wulf says the pandemic temporarily has forced the nonprofit to stop sending medical teams abroad, but it is still working to ensure families have access to the necessary care. The nonprofit is using telehealth technology to connect local physicians with experts in the United States and to provide vital neonatal training. “We’ve found ways to help our children receive care in their own countries,” she says. The organization also is working with other nations in the Caribbean to coordinate and fund surgical care so patients don’t have to travel as far. While the number of patients has been reduced this year, the nonprofit has continued to bring children to St. Louis for life-changing surgeries. This has been possible thanks to community partners, such as Ronald McDonald House and Kirkwood Baptist Church, which both opened their facilities to help house families. “Without assistance with housing, it would
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The Pasta House Co. has shut down its flagship location in U. City (boo!) and will soon be serving up toasted ravs, minestrone, pasta con broccoli, etc., etc.—well, providing curbside service, for the time being—at its brand-new location in Ladue (yay!). Officials say all employees at the U. City location, 20 full-time and 30 part-time, are to make the move to 8831 Ladue Road, which until November was home to Giovanni’s Kitchen. The iconic Pasta House building at Delmar and Old Bonhomme is being converted into yet another doc-in-the-box—oh, I’m sorry, a brand-new, urgent care location. Maybe some
If three wise men and some shepherds were so intrigued by a nighttime twinkling much, much brighter than any other heavenly body besides the moon that they set out to follow it and found themselves admiring an infant in a manger 2,000-some years ago, certain astronomers might not quibble. That may have been because Jupiter and Saturn, our two largest planetary neighbors, appeared to be extremely close together: “in conjunction.” This unusual stellar phenomenon, or double planet, is coming up right before Christmas— starting on the solstice, Dec. 21, and visible for the following few evenings, overcast permitting. They’ll appear low in the western sky for about an hour after sunset. This last happened during the Middle Ages; 794 years ago, to be precise. Professional stargazers say the last Jupiter-Saturn conjunction where the two appeared to be this close happened just before dawn on March 4, 1226. Previously, about 800 years before that. Really? Really. Astronomers are scary smart. (Repeat after me: Neil deGrasse Tyson or Stephen Hawking. Those two dudes probably passed calculus. Maybe even physics, too. Good for them. I took art.) The next close encounter of this kind is set to occur March 15, 2080, and then not again until after 2400. But way back when? That immensely bright star may have been even more astonishing one magical Christmas Eve around Year Zero because of a triple conjunction. Venus—typically the second-brightest heavenly object (the moon is No. 1, remember)—could have joined the party, which means the Supreme Being may have hit an extremely rare, and very bright, cosmic triple. That was posited by none other than Johannes Kepler, a 17th-century genius during the Scientific Revolution, sort of the Hawking plus Tyson of his day, times two. (Math, see?) There’s faith, and there’s science. And they’re not necessarily incompatible. Just check out some of the things Einstein said. I’d sure like to pick his brain about this. Or Kepler’s. Might have to wait for eons, but I believe that’ll be just fine. There’s time.
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st. Louis We have a couple of sisters. One of them is German. And she’s a city! I knew none of this. Amid the many happenings of 2020, we may have overlooked the 60th anniversary of St. Louis, Missouri, USA, and Stuttgart, Germany, being Sister Cities. And folks in both places have done handsprings to celebrate! Literally: St. Louis’ Circus Harmony and Stuttgart’s Circus Circuli partnered up to form Peace Through Pyramids and co-produced a show, Sister City Circus, which airs this weekend. Through a series of virtual meetings, classes and workshops, the two troupes created six circus acts, which they then filmed at iconic locations in their respective cities. (Citygarden is one of our locales. Apropos of the times we’ve all endured, performers in both cities were filmed wearing masks.) The show celebrating the Sister Cities premieres on Circus Harmony’s YouTube page at noon this Saturday, Dec. 19. Visit youtube.com/user/CircusHarmony; a 40-second teaser that’s up now is worth a look.
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months after construction wraps up, my wife and I will be able to walk to get our COVID-19 vaccines there. Up and down a few residential hills from our condo (OK, we’ve only hoofed it once), our neighborhood Pasta House had been a favorite go-to for dining in. It’s where I passed muster with one of Cate’s best friends soon after we started dating. And it’s always been a frequent takeout destination. We’ll miss it terribly. Ladue Road, a few hundred yards off I-170, is about as far as I’ll drive for food to stay fresh-out-of-the-kitchen warm. Pasta House historians, and we’re sure there are a few, will tell you the eatery was founded in 1974 by three bona fide Italian fellas: Joe Fresta, who remains president, the late J. Kim Tucci and the late John P. Ferrara. The U. City restaurant occupied 3,000 square feet, plus a banquet room. So, is the building iconic? Maybe it looks a little bit “Tuscany.” But the parking lot looked kind of like a gerrymandered congressional district: narrow here, wider there, basically all over the place. There’ll be a couple hundred fewer square feet inside at Ladue, but a large patio, and parking will be much more straightforward in Colonial Marketplace. And you should know that Pasta House is not just your nonno’s pizzeria: The company comprises 17 restaurants in Missouri and Illinois, a satellite location at the airport and a catering division.
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Clayton A spirit of volunteerism is as embedded in St. Louis as the Gateway Arch. For many St. Louisans, it’s like iron in their blood. Annie Schlafly admits to a love affair with our town—her town—since she was a little girl. And she’s driven to share it. “I come from a long line of giving back,” Schlafly says. She’s volunteered for organizations like St. Luke’s Hospital and St. Louis Public Library. In 2017, the inveterate civic booster found her true niche as a volunteer—in fact, she created it. Schlafly established the International Mentoring Program through the St. Louis Mosaic Project of the World Trade Center-St. Louis, headquartered in Clayton. “I want people to feel like part of the fabric,” she says. The mentorship program helps foreign-born professional women adjust and familiarizes them with both corporate entities and The Lou’s wonderful quirks (e.g., toasted ravioli and the requisite high school query). But first, she met Susan Gobbo, who in 2014 had co-founded a networking group for international spouses. A native of Brazil, Gobbo had worked as a physical therapist caring for cardiac and pulmonary patients in a São Paulo ICU. When her husband Mauricio’s temporary U.S. assignment became permanent, she felt unfulfilled and became depressed, as do many professionals who move with their I WANT PEOPLE TO spouse’s career. She was not just someone FEEL LIKE PART who needed a boost; she was eager to share her experience. Gobbo and Schlafly OF THE FABRIC ... have been the perfect fit. “The magic of this program is the two of us together,” says Schlafly. “It’s best if we’re both at the table.” Mentors and mentees can’t help but become fully engaged. Emily Cupito moved here—tearfully—when her husband accepted a professorship at Washington University School of Medicine. “I went from feeling like no one in this city understood me to feeling I had good friends for life,” says Cupito. “My husband now talks about how I have more friends here than he does!” At present, more than a dozen groups have been started, each with five St. Louis mentors and five international women mentees. The group meets five times a year, and mentors and mentees hold five one-on-one meetings yearly. Participants learn how to guide others facing the same challenges as they did. They absorb valuable details about how to serve on the many boards around town. And they have fun! Integrating with our culture is difficult “if you’re not connecting socially and gave up everything to come here,” notes Schlafly. Depending on ever-shifting local limits on group size, there have been girls nights out, yoga sessions and visits to the Missouri Botanical Garden and Saint Louis Art Museum. They’re looking forward to the Redbirds and Blues again, plus Major League Soccer. Of course, there are lemons, but these women make lemonade. Most of their meetings, like their book club, have been on Zoom. Pandemic, schmandemic: Since March, there’ve been 65 meetings involving 780 women! Visit sites.google.com/view/stlismentor.
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Congratulations are in order for Adam Wainwright! The Cardinals pitcher was awarded the 2020 Roberto Clemente Award, which recognizes players who represent ▶ baseball through community involvement and philanthropy. Wainwright was recognized for the work of his foundation, Big League Impact.
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Last month, a virtual groundbreaking was held for the new Holocaust museum. The $21 million project is set to be completed in mid-2022. Along with quadruple the space, the museum is getting a new name: St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, in honor of local Holocaust survivors Gloria Kaplan Feldman, Rubin Feldman and David Kaplan.
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Soccer fans have something to get excited about. The first phase of construction for the new stadium begins this month in Downtown West. The project is expected to be completed in time for the 2023 MLS season. IMAGE: SNOW KREILICH ARCHITECTS
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St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s music director Stéphane Denève conducted the Nobel Prize Concert in Stockholm, Sweden, earlier this month. He led the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and pianist Igor Levit in pieces by Beethoven, Stravinsky, Guillaume Connesson and Andrea Tarrodi.
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I HAVE WRITTEN THIS COLUMN for more than five years, which amazes me. I do it to make you laugh and because I like to write. That’s it. I share a lot about my life, sometimes to the embarrassment of my own family! But 2020 has been tough—people call it a dumpster fire, the year that won’t end and a train wreck. It has brought out anger in people I’ve not seen before regarding the election, pandemic and pretty much anything else you can think of. I’ve hesitated to put up a yard sign or bumper sticker to support a candidate. Coming up with topics has been challenging. For the first time, I felt the need to edit myself. Rather than Patty Unleashed, it was Patty Being Careful Not to Offend. So I wonder, should we look to Seinfeld and Frank Costanza for help? Does our country need to celebrate Festivus where we air all our grievances and compete in feats of strength? Or is that the problem? Is there already too much Festivus?
So in 2021, I’ve decided I am going to take advice from some smart people like Ruth Bader Ginsburg and John Lewis who sadly left us in 2020 instead of old sitcoms. I will clean up my social media. There is no reason to follow those that cause my blood pressure to rise, nor is there a reason to reply with a snarky comment. I also am going to start reading a wider variety of publications, not just ones that I agree with already. Any chance you will join me? If not, I still have these wishes for you in 2021. ... that your pants zip all the way up and you don’t have to go on a crash diet once you get the COVID-19 vaccine. Elastic has been our friend, but at some point the zipper will be back! ... that your house stays as organized as it is right now. If you still haven’t gotten around to putting those photos into albums, cut yourself some slack and keep them in that big bag shoved in the closet. ▶ Contact Patty at phannum@townandstyle.com. ◀
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... that you and your friends sit at a local restaurant and spend all the money you saved by not dining out on an amazing meal that leaves everyone stuffed and a little tipsy and the waiter with a nice big tip. ... that you look at yourself in the mirror and realize that aging gracefully is actually possible. Perhaps our time spent trying to reverse aging could be better used learning to like ourselves just the way we are. ... that on those mornings when you are standing in the shower and can’t face one more day, you think of the impish grin of Eddie Van Halen and start singing his song “Jump”: “I get up and nothing gets me down ... Might as well jump. Go ahead and jump, JUMP!” (For those of a certain age, be careful to not jump on the soap!) Happy holidays! I hope to see you next year—the unbridled version of myself. Peace, my peeps!
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WHAT IS YOUR BEST ADVICE FOR STARTING 2021 OFF RIGHT? No one will complain that 2020 is finally coming to an end. However, one thing we learned this year is how the uncertainty of a new, little understood virus can strike fear into our hearts and dramatically disrupt our lives. Fortunately, as 2020 draws to a close, the fear is beginning to dissipate as we have learned more about the virus, and the cloud of uncertainty is gradually lifting away. The vaccines that are soon to be available reflect this growing understanding and are leading to a lower level of trepidation. As we contemplate the beginning of 2021, perhaps our 2020 experience has taught us something valuable: Fear is borne of uncertainty, and the way to move forward is through clear information and education to achieve better understanding. This absolutely applies to our financial lives as well. For 2021, vow to ensure that you address uncertainty that is creating stress and fear around your financial future. Work to thoroughly understand the way your wealth is invested. Review your cash flows not only for 2021, but for the long term, including up to and throughout retirement. Are you on track? Is your portfolio properly structured to meet your goals? To address any uncertainty, prepare a list of questions that need to be researched and answered. If your adviser is not already proactively addressing these issues with you, request a meeting to ensure that you eliminate the gaps and start the new year without the stress and fear that uncertainty breeds.
As a banker, I’ve been taught the power of compound interest, the interest earned on interest. This phenomenon can translate to our daily lives and yield the same returns. As you search for ways to start 2021 off on the right foot, look for the areas where the smallest changes can lead to the returns you want. Our habits, both good and bad, are the result of actions repeated over time. We can’t immediately get in shape; it takes repeated discipline over time. Yet, when it comes to our New Year’s resolutions, we typically choose to focus on the most ambitious things, only to fail by February. Instead, set goals for small incremental changes. Tiny gains are much easier to start and achieve, and over time they add up! When you focus on the compounding effects of these daily habits, they are quite amazing. Just 1% better each day over the course of 365 days will provide amazing benefits. The results will be 38 times better—yes, 38 times. Do the math and see for yourself. It is the compound interest effect for our lives. Conversely, think about those bad habits. If they are making you 1% worse every day, you could be in trouble. It’s easy to fixate only on the result (see every single New Year’s resolution), but discipline and consistency always win the day. Focus on the tiny gains you can make each day, and perhaps 2021 can be your best year yet. After all, it has to be better than 2020, right?
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charity WISH LIST THIS YEAR MORE THAN EVER, it is important to remember that this is a season of giving, making it the perfect time to extend a helping hand to those in need. We reached out to local nonprofits to find out what nonmonetary donation items would be most useful. Consider adding a few to your shopping list to help make the holidays a little brighter for others. ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF ST. LOUIS
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ITEMS NEEDED: New or gently used children’s books, toiletries, items for the Fantastic Finds resale shop
ITEMS NEEDED: Zuke’s mini training treats,
ITEMS NEEDED: STEM-related toys for children of all ages, toiletries for preteens and teens, fast food gift cards
through community programs
DROP LOCATION: 30 Henry Ave., Ellisville | 12778 Olive Blvd., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tue. through Fri.
CONTACT: Dawn Thomas or Marita Perlak, 636.227.6200
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER ST. LOUIS
physical, emotional and social needs, creating a dynamic, life-enhancing duo Bil-Jac training treats, Jolly Pets dog toys
DROP LOCATION: 10955 Linpage Place,
children who reside in homeless and domestic violence shelters
DROP LOCATION: 2900 Frank Scott Parkway, Ste. 968,
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. through Fri.
Belleville, IL, 9 a.m. to noon Thu. through Sun. PO Box 2222, Florissant, MO 63033
CONTACT: Stacy Maly-Rodgers, 314.997.2325 ext. 3103
CONTACT: Rolanda Finch, 314.623.8301
FIVE ACRES ANIMAL SHELTER
MARY RYDER HOME
those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens
MISSION: To end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet
MISSION: To serve St. Louis’ most vulnerable senior women,
ITEMS NEEDED: Virtual mentors, toys for kids ages 6 to 18,
ITEMS NEEDED: Slip lead dog leashes, pill pocket treats,
MISSION: To inspire and enable all young people, especially
ownership and advocate for animal welfare
food for the holidays
Fancy Feast adult and kitten food
DROP LOCATION: 2901 N. Grand Blvd. CONTACT: Shuntae Shields Ryan, 314.335.8000,
DROP LOCATION: 1099 Pralle Lane, St. Charles CONTACT: 636.949.9918
shuntae@bgcstl.org
CAROL HOUSE QUICK FIX PET CLINIC MISSION: To reduce pet overpopulation and the euthanasia rate of adoptable pets by providing affordable and accessible spay/neuter and wellness services
ITEMS NEEDED: AA batteries; cleaning supplies, including bleach, Clorox wipes and sanitizing spray; 13-gallon drawstring trash bags DROP LOCATION: 1218 S. Jefferson Ave., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon., Wed. and Fri.
CONTACT: 314.771.7387, info.carolhousepetclinic@gmail.com
COVENANT HOUSE MISSOURI MISSION: To provide youth who are runaway, trafficked,
at-risk or experiencing homelessness with unconditional love, absolute respect, a place to call home and transformative solutions to help build productive, independent and sustainable lives
ITEMS NEEDED: Twin-sized bedding, towels, full-sized
hygiene items
DROP LOCATION: 2727 N. Kingshighway Blvd., 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri., pickup can be arranged
CONTACT: Colleen Daum, 314.934.2330, cdaum@covenanthousemo.org
CRAFT ALLIANCE MISSION: To enrich and empower the community through
craft, including artist exhibits, classes and family programs
ITEMS NEEDED: Knitted hats, scarves and blankets DROP LOCATION: 5080 Delmar Blvd. CONTACT: 314.725.1177 ext. 322 12 |
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nourishing their social, physical and emotional needs and enhancing their quality of life through compassionate care
ITEMS NEEDED: Twin-sized mattresses, towel sets, personal care items DROP LOCATION: 4361 Olive St., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. through Fri., pickup available for larger items CONTACT: Terry Signaigo, 314.954.0866
MISSION: To provide the comfort of home and a community of support to patients and their families who travel to St. Louis for medical care
ITEMS NEEDED: Individually wrapped snacks, portable
entertainment items like puzzle and coloring books, personal-sized hand sanitizer
MIRIAM FOUNDATION MISSION: To empower unique learners by building confidence and a foundation for success
ITEMS NEEDED: Gently used furniture, household items and
home decor
DROP LOCATION: DoubleTree by Hilton–Westport, 1973 Craigshire Road, normal office hours Mon. through Sun.
DROP LOCATION: 292 Hanley Industrial Court;
CONTACT: Amy Schumacher, 314.434.5858,
CONTACT: Bob Novak, 314.646.7737
amy@havenhousestl.org
HELPING HAND ME DOWNS
pickup can be arranged for furniture
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN– ST. LOUIS
MISSION: To meet the immediate needs of families and connect
MISSION: To advance social and economic justice for all
ITEMS NEEDED: Baby wipes; Pull-Ups; baby gear such as car
ITEMS NEEDED: Kids’ underwear (XS to XL), full-sized
them with life-changing resources that foster independence
seats, bouncy seats and swings
DROP LOCATION: 16225 Westwoods Business Park, Ellisville 760 S. Second St. | 6728 Page Ave.
CONTACT: Stephanie Williamson, 636.346.3719
INDEPENDENCE CENTER MISSION: To provide all the services and resources a person with serious and persistent mental illness needs to manage their symptoms, find belonging and purpose, and gain the independence to live a healthy, quality life
ITEMS NEEDED: Tablets, webcams, Wi-Fi extenders and hot spots DROP LOCATION: 4245 Forest Park Ave. CONTACT: Abby Berger, 314.533.4245, info@independencecenter.org
women, children and families
personal care items, laundry detergent and cleaning supplies
DROP LOCATION: 295 N. Lindbergh Blvd.,
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. through Thu., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fri.
CONTACT: 314.993.5181
NURSES FOR NEWBORNS MISSION: To provide a safety net for at-risk families in order to prevent infant mortality, child abuse and neglect through in-home nursing visits that promote health care, education and positive parenting skills
ITEMS NEEDED: Diapers, wipes, newborn clothing DROP LOCATION: 3 Sunnen Drive, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mon. through Fri.
CONTACT: Kate Steele, 314.560.2689
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OUR LADY’S INN MATERNITY HOMES MISSION: To provide shelter and support for
unhoused pregnant women and their children
ITEMS NEEDED: Baby and toddler clothing (newborn to 5T); twin-sized bedding; paper products, including toilet paper, paper towels and paper plates DROP LOCATION: 8790 Manchester Road, Ste. 202, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. through Fri.
CONTACT: Katrina Becker, 314.736.1544
PRESBYTERIAN CHILDREN’S HOMES AND SERVICES MISSION: To provide Christ-centered care and support to children and families in need
SPRINGBOARD TO LEARNING MISSION: To develop children’s abilities to think
critically, create, collaborate and communicate and envision a future where all children are passionate, engaged learners who experience success
ITEMS NEEDED: White earthenware clay, Post-it notes, copy paper DROP LOCATION: 1310 Papin St., Ste. 402, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. through Fri., please contact first
CONTACT: Lauren Wiser, 314.768.9670
SSM HEALTH CARDINAL GLENNON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
ITEMS NEEDED: Twin-sized bedding, kitchen and bath towels, hygiene kits for teens
MISSION: To reveal the healing presence of God
DROP LOCATION: 1220 N. Lindbergh Blvd.,
ITEMS NEEDED: Toys, travel-sized toiletries DROP LOCATION: 3800 Park Ave., 10 a.m to 4:30 p.m. Fri. CONTACT: Ryan Jennings, 314.577.5605
call a day ahead to schedule drop-off
CONTACT: 314.941.2875, debra.paulus@pchas.org
RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ST. LOUIS MISSION: To provide a home-away-from-home to
through exceptional health care services
WINGS OF HOPE MISSION: To change and save lives through the power of aviation
seriously ill children and their families seeking medical treatment in St. Louis
ITEMS NEEDED: Thin lap blankets for patient use during medical flights, pillowcases, pillows
ITEMS NEEDED: Paper towels, hand soap, laundry detergent
DROP LOCATION: 18370 Wings of Hope Blvd.,
DROP LOCATION: 300 Ronald McDonald House Lane
CONTACT: Amy Buehler, 636.537.1302,
(Mercy Hospital campus)
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. through Fri.
amy.buehler@wingsofhope.ngo
CONTACT: Jacob McGuire and Reneisha Brown, 314.485.0300
SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY MISSION: To prevent child abuse and neglect by supporting struggling parents
WYMAN CENTER MISSION: To empower teens from economically
disadvantaged circumstances to lead successful lives and build strong communities
ITEMS NEEDED: Laminator, pencil pouches/boxes,
ITEMS NEEDED: Formula, socks and underwear
blank yard signs
DROP LOCATION: 11710 Administration Drive, Ste. 18,
DROP LOCATION: 600 Kiwanis Drive, Eureka CONTACT: Alex Fruth, 314.471.3396
(ages 3 to 10), snacks
please call to arrange
CONTACT: Rose Kilgore, 314.292.5770
SOUTHSIDE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER MISSION: To create equitable and inclusive learning opportunities and support services for all children and families
GIVE & GET IN RETURN!
Giving a gift to Circle of Concern by December 31 can get you half back in the form of a Missouri tax credit. Donate up to $5,000 to receive a credit up to $2,500. Couples filing jointly may donate up to $10,000 to receive up to $5,000 in credits. Getting the credit is easy. When you give $200 or more, we’ll mail you a signed tax credit form by early February, ready to give to your tax preparer to file by April 15. • Wholesome Foods • Financial Assistance • Summer Camp Opportunities • Career Mentorship • Scholarships Call Juliet or Cyndi for further information at 636.861.2623.
ITEMS NEEDED: Multicultural books for ages 0 to 5, board games for ages 3 to 5, puzzles for ages 1 to 5 (4 to 24 pieces) DROP LOCATION: 2101 S. Jefferson Ave., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. through Fri. , pickup available for larger items
CONTACT: Cleo Zundel, 314.333.7111, czundel@southside-ecc.org
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THE GIVING GUIDE
GIVE HOPE to a child this Christmas Faith,
Glennon Kid
GIVE TO GLENNON at glennon.org
“Miriam has changed the trajectory of her life 100 percent.” - Miriam Parent
Over 60% of Miriam families receive some level of tuition assistance. YOU can help ensure that ALL unique learners receive the services they need by making a gift today!
miriamstl.org
Empowering Unique Learners
“Because of the tuition assistance we have received, she has been given the gift of a school that has taught her that she has wonderful and unique talents to offer.
THE GIVING GUIDE
KEEPING ST. LOUIS CONNECTED! Support St. Louis Public Library and help provide free digital access.
YOUR DONATION IS
MORE THAN A GIFT Every gift made to St. Louis Children’s gives kids and their families access to world-class healthcare, scientific discoveries made by Washington University experts and innovative solutions for patients. Above all else, every donation helps us do what’s right for kids.
Give today at stlouischildrens.org/give © 2020, St. Louis Children’s Hospital. All rights reserved.
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THE GIVING GUIDE OVER 50 YEARS OF SERVICE TO ST. LOUIS YOUTH! Nearly 7600 youth served
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OF TEENS EXPECT TO COMPLETE
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SAID THE CLUB WAS THE BEST THING IN
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GREAT FUTURES FOR ST. LOUIS YOUTH!
The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. For over 50 years, BGCSTL has been providing after-school, teen, sports and summer programs to youth in the St. Louis area while also providing a safe place for them to learn and grow. The Clubs now serve youth across St. Louis City & County, including (Adams Park Club, Hazelwood Elementary School Club, Herbert Hoover Club, O’Fallon Park Club, Riverview Gardens Club, Hazelwood Southeast Middle School Club, and the Teen Center of Excellence). We also operate dropout prevention programs within two High Schools (Normandy and Roosevelt High School); as well as the Mentor St. Louis and St. Louis Internship programs. Make a donation, volunteer, mentor, register your child or get more information at www.bgcstl.org or call 314.335.8000.
Your Support is Monumental. Donors to Gateway Arch Park Foundation provide the support needed to preserve and activate Gateway Arch National Park. Foundation members are the driving force behind projects that maintain the park for our community and nation. Be our partners in making an impact on this international symbol of St. Louis. By joining today, YOU make this incredible urban national park a vital and well-supported resource not just today, but for generations to come! Learn more at www.archpark.org/membership.
THE GIVING GUIDE Your donation of $100 puts a smile on the faces of four children
We believe in the magic of play. Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital gives kids the best chance for recovery, something we cannot do without philanthropic support. This holiday season, you can help children with the most complex medical diagnoses heal and transition from hospital to home.
Donate at www.rankenjordan.org/giving
What you give matters
“Teddy’s days are full of playful activities that are working wonders on his development.” – Teddy’s mom, Sarah
30 Henry Avenue | Ellisville, MO | alstl.org | 636.227.6200
New Young Adult Program
More than a recreation program, Pathways is committed to helping individuals thrive by developing social, interpersonal and communication skills.
The Young Adult Program is designed for individuals 16-21 years old with complex cognitive disabilities. Participants in this program are fairly independent, comfortable and successful in a 1:10 staff to participant ratio, and have a desire to work on skills to increase independence and social success.
For more information visit our website: ptistl.org/services/young-adults or contact Alyssa Renaud 314-787-8195
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Call for your furnace tune-up, service, repair or installation. Get $50–$1,500 Air Comfort Service instant rebate and 0% financing on a qualifying new HVAC system. Call for details. Rebate ends Dec. 31. 314.814.8454 | 636.345.9044 | AIRCOMFORTSERVICE.COM
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The Boxdorfer Springer Team is a full-service real estate partnership with a track record of success. We love St. Louis and consider it a privilege to help our clients achieve their real estate goals. 8077 MARYLAND AVE. | 314.872.6641 | BOXDORFERSPRINGERTEAM.COM
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The Linea vanity by Lacava is a modern marvel! Clean lined, American-made cabinetry with metal framing in multiple sizes, configurations and sink options. On display at Immerse. 836 HANLEY INDUSTRIAL COURT | 314.375.1500 | IMMERSESTL.COM
NONPROFITS
GRAND CENTER ARTS DISTRICT
Fresh air and a walk to see public art is a fantastic option to keep active while social distancing. Grand Center has numerous public art displays for you to experience. 3526 WASHINGTON AVE. | 314.289.1508 | GRANDCENTER.ORG
M.J.’S ESTATE SALES
M.J.’S ESTATE SALES
Come by M.J.’s pop-up estate sale benefiting Gateway to Hope, now through Dec. 23 at 9740 Clayton Road in Ladue. 9740 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.440.5175 | MJSESTATESALESLLC.COM
WORLD PEDIATRIC PROJECT
RANKEN JORDAN PEDIATRIC BRIDGE HOSPITAL
Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital is hosting a virtual wine auction to benefit the children, now through Dec. 24! Bid on your favorite type or snag a rare bottle! Visit rankenjordan.org to learn more. 11365 DORSETT ROAD | 314.872.6400 | RANKENJORDAN.ORG
WORLD PEDIATRIC PROJECT
Last fiscal year, World Pediatric Project provided incredible life-changing and life-saving work to 1,888 children that received 4,091 services across more than 15 subspecialties. To read more of our annual report, visit worldpediatricproject.org. 1325 N. WARSON ROAD | 314.317.8809 | WORLDPEDIATRICPROJECT.ORG
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HINDMAN
Trusted for more than 30 years, we offer appraisal and auction services for fine jewelry, fine art, furniture and decorative art property. We also provide local clients with seasoned expertise in the global art market. 32 N. BRENTWOOD BLVD. | 314.833.0833 | HINDMANAUCTIONS.COM
SLU CARE PHYSICIAN GROUP
Over 50 with blurry vision? It could be wet macular degeneration—a leading cause of permanent vision loss. SLUCare ophthalmologist Dr. Eduardo Büchele Rodrigues recommends periodic follow-up and anti-angiogenic therapy to limit progression. 1225 S. GRAND BLVD., GROUND LEVEL, DOOR 4 AND 5 | 314.977.5200 | SLUCARE.EDU
VIJAYA KUMARI, M.D., FACOG, CCD
Dr. Kumari and associates are obstetricians and gynecologists with more than 30 years of experience and training in robotic surgery and bone density management.
MERCY TOWER B, NO. 4008 | 621 S. NEW BALLAS ROAD | 314.567.5017 | KUMARIOBGYN.COM
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Our new Winter Pine Holiday Screen Print Candle is perfect for the holidays! Our candles are hand-poured in small batches with a 100% natural soy and vegetable wax blend. 8416 Manchester Road 314.963.3293 khallstudio.com
3 | DICKISON JEWELRY Give the best this holiday season with a gift from Dickison Jewelry. Serving St. Louis jewelry customers for 29 years, Rod Dickison provides engagement and wedding rings, custom jewelry design and repair services, in addition to selling fine jewelry and watches. 9930 Kennerly Center 314.843.7000 dickisonjewelry.com
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7 | LIFE MEDIA For the gift that keeps on giving ... convert your home into a smart house so you can adjust your music, TV, thermostat, shades, lighting and more through your phone or tablet. 314.966.3775 lifemediallc.net
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PARENT TRAP BOXES ARE THE BEST GIFTS
by dr. tim jordan THE BEST GIFT TO ENHANCE CHILDREN’S CREATIVITY
and imagination may be more about the box than what is in it. It’s an old cliché that little kids often end up playing more with the holiday present boxes and wrapping paper than the gifts themselves. And I think that is true for some very important reasons. First of all, never forget that children are naturally curious, are wired to learn and find learning anything in and of itself a rewarding experience. Kids love to explore! And if they are engaged in play of their own doing, there is always a tremendous amount of education going on ... and fun. Kids of all ages LOVE big boxes; you know, the kind that comes from that new refrigerator or appliance. It allows their creativity to go wild. They can build whatever their hearts desire, using their own imagination. Kids will make up games and scenarios that they play out over and over again. It’s the same reason kids love a box of grandma’s old clothes to play dress-up games. The key is allowing kids the freedom to pursue their own interests in their own way and in their own time.
Even better, sit on the floor with your children and follow their lead. Allow them to set the rules of the game they are playing and to set the pace. It can be hard for adults not to get their hands and ideas in there to ensure that kids “do it right.” Resist the urge to take control. Instead, see the game through their eyes. You can learn a lot about your kids by engaging in their play. So, you don’t need to spend a wad of dough this holiday season to make your kids happy. Give them toys that allow them to use their imagination and creativity. The best toys are the ones with no prescribed directions or rules so that kids can make their own creations. Give them the gift that keeps on giving: some good old boxes. &
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Visit a Museum
View Public Art
International Photography
View a self-guided tour at www.grandcenter.org
Hall of Fame Wednesday Saturday, 11am-4pm.
Tour the Fabulous Fox Theater
See Live Music Open Air Concert Series at the Grandel Friday Sunday through December
Various days and times now until December 20th.
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M.J.’s Estate Sales
is excited to announce a Pop-Up Estate Sale benefiting
Gateway to Hope
Now through Wed., December 23rd 9740 Clayton Road | Ladue, Missouri 63124 | Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am until 4:00 pm
The contents of the family’s Santa Fe and St. Louis homes have been moved into a Pop-Up shop in the heart of Ladue just in time for the Holidays! This incredible sale includes signed art by Ellsworth Kelly, Brice Marden, Donald Judd, Robert Motherwell and an original paste and paint by St. Louis artist Jerald Ieans and others. This wonderful blend of American Southwest and fine European contemporary furnishings brings unusual artisan handmade weavings, pottery, baskets, wood carvings and wood furniture. Southwest style solid mixed wood dining table and six chairs signed by the artist, Kisabeth leather sofa and chair, leather recliners and occasional tables by the French Furniture Co. Ligne Roset, Platner coffee table, decorative arts and furnishings by Nambe, Kosta Boda, plus, women’s designer clothing and shoes, new with tags! And … so much more.
Hope to see you there!
mjsestatesalesllc.com • 314.440.5175
Proceeds from this sale benefit Gateway To Hope, a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving women with breast cancer and their families.
314.569.1113 • GTHSTL.ORG
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Our Community Spirit is Thriving Join us for Live From The Gatesworth, an exciting new holiday and entertainment series for our residents and their friends and families to enjoy. Everyone is able to participate in this free content that is available on our website. It’s original content— musicians, demonstrations, expert speakers and more! Live! is The Gatesworth’s way of sharing the joy of our residents and community with family and friends everywhere. Plus, it’s a chance to see inside The Gatesworth, and get a feel for what life here is like. Visit TheGatesworth.com for details.
Exceptional People. Exceptional Living.
Now welcoming new residents. Call us today or visit us online. 314-993-0111 | The Gatesworth.com | Facebook.com/TheGatesworth One McKnight Place, St. Louis, MO 63124—conveniently located north of Highway 40 just off I-170 The Gatesworth is committed to equal housing opportunity and does not discriminate in housing and services because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.
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SLUCARE PHYSICIANS SEE PATIENTS WITH AIRWAY AND BREATHING ISSUES AT THE CENTER FOR SPECIALIZED MEDICINE AT THE NEW SSM HEALTH SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AND DES PERES MEDICAL ARTS PAVILION. PICTURED ON THE COVER: SLUCARE PULMONOLOGISTS DR. EDWARD CHARBEK, DR. GHASSAN KAMEL, DR. ARMIN KRVAVAC. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.977.7893 OR VISIT SLUCARE.EDU. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP
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by julia m. johnson CONNIE WILLIAMS OF WINFIELD, Missouri, suffered for years with a chronic, debilitating cough whose cause no one could pinpoint. Recently, she was referred to pulmonologist Dr. Ghassan Kamel of SLUCare Physician Group, and the picture finally became clearer. “I was diagnosed with asthma years ago, so I assumed the cough must be related to that,” Williams says. “I had been feeling very discouraged, but Dr. Kamel was committed to helping me get better. He ordered thorough tests and imaging and discovered that I wasn’t really suffering from asthma anymore. It turned out that a few other things were going on, including a chronic bacterial lung infection, inflammation and tissue damage from past infections. It was such a relief to finally put a name on my problem so it could be addressed.” Williams says Kamel went after the truth with a real sense of commitment and caring. “He did things that no other doctor had done—he conferred with other specialists to find answers, and he offered me options for treatment,” she says. “He pursued solutions aggressively, and at every step of the process, he called to explain what was going on. Dr. Kamel always answers my questions thoroughly and gets back to me right away because he knows it’s important to me.” Kamel practices with Drs. Edward Charbek and Armin Krvavac, providing complete care for patients with issues such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, chronic bronchitis, exercise-induced airway disease, bronchiectasis (a condition that causes breathing difficulties) and vocal cord dysfunction. The three doctors see patients at the Center for Specialized Medicine at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital and SLUCare’s Des Peres Medical Arts Pavilion. “The reasons behind airway problems are not always clear at first, but we have the technology and expertise to get to the bottom of disease processes and improve the patient’s life,” Kamel says. “We work closely with our partners in otolaryngology, interventional pulmonology, speech pathology, allergy and immunology to bring
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relief to people with airway and breathing issues.” Kamel says SLUCare physicians continue to be sensitive to patients’ COVID-19 concerns, offering video and telephone consultations when needed. When patients visit either location, they can look forward to pleasant surroundings, safe practices, short wait times and efficient, personalized care, he says. He adds that a combination of knowledge, technology and compassion is needed to ensure the right diagnosis and treatment plan for patients with airway problems. “We are a multidisciplinary team with a personalized approach,” he says. “We want people to have a high quality of life and keep doing the activities they enjoy without being limited by disease.” Williams says this comprehensive approach has made all the difference for her health. “I appreciate the fact that Dr. Kamel investigated avenues that previous doctors didn’t,” she says. “He is very caring, and I can tell that he enjoys what he does. I was quite sick before, but I’m feeling much better now. My SLUCare experience has been a very satisfying one.”&
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JIMMY VOSS OF WEST END GRILL AND PUB FOR MORE THAN TWO DECADES, St. Louisan Jimmy Voss has been
cooking for The Grateful Dead. He balanced his time with the band with his role as executive chef at the much loved Duff’s in the Central West End until it closed in 2013. Now, he’s back in his old neighborhood and has teamed up with another Duff’s alum: William Roth of West End Grill and Pub, where Voss has taken the helm in the kitchen. Voss was born and raised in the Central West End. Growing up, he was not interested in the culinary arts, but in high school, a friend of his got a job working at Duff’s. Voss was offered a dishwashing position while visiting him at the restaurant one day. “A couple weeks after I started, I met Karen Duffy, and she asked who I was,” he recalls. “I told her I was the Saturday night dishwasher, and she introduced herself as my boss. That was really funny. Everyone always was having a good time at Duff’s, and a lot of great people came through. When I first walked in, it was like listening to KDNA radio but a live restaurant. It was a magic moment in time.” While Voss started as dishwasher, he found his place in the kitchen within a year, and not long after, the head chef was training him to take over. “I learned through trial by fire,” he notes. Along with assistance from his co-workers at Duff’s, Voss relied on the St. Louis Public Library to develop his cooking skills. The nearby branch was open late on Mondays, which happened to be the evening the restaurant would close. “I would go and check out cookbooks and mess around with the recipes,” he says. “One time, I found the entire Time-Life Foods of the World collection in Left Bank Books’ basement. I couldn’t afford it all, but Barry Leibman saved it for me and let me buy one volume every payday.” Among the many people who frequented Duff’s was John McIntire, one of the early managers for The Grateful Dead. Originally from Belleville, Illinois, he was friends with Karen Duffy, who introduced him to Voss. “I cooked for him, and we became friends,” Voss says. “Saying I was a Deadhead would be
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the understatement of the year. I used every vacation I had to follow the band.” In 1986, he received the call of a lifetime. The group’s chef had suddenly quit while they were on tour in Wisconsin, and they wanted Voss to step in as the replacement. “I got permission from Karen, and I’m not kidding when I say that the next day I was cooking for Tom Petty, Bob Dylan and the band,” he recalls. Voss toured with The Grateful Dead until Jerry Garcia’s death in 1995 and has continued cooking for different iterations of the group to this day. All the while, he maintained his position as executive chef at Duff’s. He would spend three months on the road and the rest of the year in St. Louis. “It was a whirlwind of song and dance and food,” he says. “It could be a little hectic, coming back, catching up with everything and then turning back around to tour again. The band was a huge creative influence on me. I would come up with menu items for Duff’s on the road and create recipes for the band based on what I was doing at the restaurant. It was a crazy affair, and it’s not over yet.” Voss has endless memorable stories from his time feeding The Grateful Dead. In New York City, the group wanted to try classic chocolate egg creams, and the experience ended in an impromptu water fight with the seltzer bottles. While touring in Florida, they enjoyed stone crab, and Mickey Hart used the discarded legs to play his drums. “I quickly realized what they wanted most was down-home cooking that made them feel like their grandmothers were making dinner for them,” Voss says. “I guess you could call me grandma.” He recently brought some of the bands’ favorite dishes to West End Grill and Pub through a special menu and plans to keep some of them in rotation. While the pandemic has presented challenges, it has offered him freedom to experiment with new offerings by keeping the restaurant’s menu small but constantly changing. “In a backward way, it’s giving me a chance to do what I want,” he says. “I don’t have to wait for the next season to switch things up. I may be getting older, but I want to see how much I can do before I retire.” &
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HOLIDAY GIFTING IDEAS The holiday season is all about spreading joy, and this year, a little cheer means more than ever. And what better way to raise people’s spirits than with, well, spirits? T&S reached out to Mark Bullock, the general manager of the new Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Chesterfield, for his gift recommendations. “It’s always good to find out what someone likes to drink first,” he says. “If they prefer something more fruit forward, American wines are the way to go, but if they prefer something more acidic, you may want to try European ones. There’s something out there for everyone. It just takes a couple key questions to drive you in the right direction to find the perfect gift.” BRING ON THE BUBBLES
What would the holidays be without sparkling wine? Bullock recommends sticking with a classic: Champagne. His pick is Vilmart and Cie. “It’s a phenomenal option that isn’t going to break the bank,” he says. “It’s a Premier Cru with a blend of chardonnay and pinot noir, and the grapes are all harvested by hand. One of its greatest strengths is that it can be paired with almost anything and works as an apéritif. It’s versatile and celebratory. The perfect choice for the holidays and New Year’s.”
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For the perfect drink on cold winter nights, Bullock recommends Penfolds Grandfather Rare Tawny. This Australian wine features Mourvèdre, shiraz, cabernet sauvignon and grenache grape varieties. “As a tawny, it is made in a similar fashion to a port,” he says. “During the fermentation process, brandy is added. It kills the yeast to stop it from eating the sugar and raises the alcohol to 20%. Tasting notes include caramel, vanilla, dried fruit and hazelnut so it pairs perfectly with Christmas desserts. Plus, it really warms the chest.”
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Someone on your list not a wine lover? Bullock suggests Balvenie 14-Year-Old Caribbean Cask Scotch Whisky. “This scotch is matured in traditional oak barrels and then transferred into rum casks,” he explains. “The cask transfer gives it smooth, honey characteristics and brings out toffee and fruit notes. It’s a very warm scotch that’s perfect for winter. Plus, it’s a great value. It costs around $70, but drinks like something that runs more than $100.”
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Instead of just one bottle, consider gifting the elements needed to craft a great cocktail. “I recommend helping someone elevate their Manhattan game,” Bullock says. “Luxardo cherries are a great garnish. They’re on the expensive side, but they make a huge difference in cocktails when compared to regular maraschino cherries.” Along with ingredients, he suggests supplies like wine carrying bags, Riedel wine glasses and large ice cube molds.
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The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas Sadly, I was late in picking up this young adult novel because once read, it stays with you. It is the story of Starr who balances her life between being one of the few Black students in an elite prep school on the good side of town while living in a poor neighborhood. She witnesses the shooting of her friend Khalil by a police officer, which leads to neighborhood rioting. Starr is the narrator and takes us along as the shooting affects everyone she loves. It is a must-read.
The Wives by Tarryn Fisher What did I just read? This was a very buzzed about book, so I had to read it. The beginning makes you believe you are reading about a man with three wives. They all know about each other but not their names. One of the wives decides she wants to meet the others. Warning: train wreck ahead. If you like thrillers, pick it up.
Untamed by Glennon Doyle This is Doyle’s third memoir, and she is only 43! I feel like a bit of a loser. This former Christian blogger finds herself in a unique situation when, as a married mother of three, she falls in love with soccer star Abby Wambach. The story of turning her life upside down is both honest and inspiring.
Unspeakable Acts: True Tales of Crime, Murder, Deceit and Obsession by Sarah Weinman Sometimes I am embarrassed by my love of true crime—you know, my curiosity being satisfied by someone else’s horrific experiences. This book is a collection of true crime writing but also tries to explain what makes shows like 48 Hours, Dateline and anything on the Investigation Discovery network so popular. Apparently crime and justice has been fascinating to society for a very long time, so I am not a freak. An interesting, quick read.
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YOU ARE ONE OF THE FEW RADIO SHOWS THAT CAN MAKE THE CL AIM THAT E VERYBODY LISTENS. John Hancock (JH): I think people find it refreshing because ever y thing is so polarized. Michael and I disagree about most things politically, but we genuinely like each other. He’s my best friend. I think people enjoy that we can have these political disagreements without personal attacks. Michael Kelley (MK ): We didn’ t become best pals overnight . I first knew John as an adversar y. With the way people on my side of the aisle talked about him, I almost saw him as Dar th Vader, but we found out we had a lot in common. I love this guy. He’s the most politically misguided person I’ ve ever met , but he is a solid human being. THE DIFFERENCE BE T WEEN YOU AND OTHER PUNDITS IS THAT YOU DISAGREE IN A CIVIL MANNER. MK : It wasn’ t easy. You want to be the one who gets the last word, but once we created a par tnership, that desire went away. Because of my relationship with John, I learned that when somebody is lecturing me about politics, just listen to them—even if they don’ t know what they ’re talking about . JH: One of the things that really helped us is that we both were going through a bunch of personal crap when we star ted. We worked through each other ’s stuff together. I don’ t agree with Michael’s approach to politics, but I understand it . WHERE DO YOU LIKE TO GO E AT TOGE THER IN ST. LOUIS? MK : The ballpark . He doesn’ t have tickets, but I do. We sit in my seats and drink beer, and he annoys all the people around us by tr ying to be Mike Claiborne and doing the play-by-play.
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DURING THE PANDEMIC, WHAT HAVE YOU GOT TEN BE T TER AT AND WHERE CAN YOU STILL IMPROVE? MK : I’ ve been painting a lot . I need to work on exercise. Before COVID-19 happened, I had dropped around 30 pounds, but I’ ve been adding a little Baileys to my coffee or ordering more piz za. Nex t thing I know, it ’s 25 pounds later. JH: I think my pool game has improved. Michael has a table in his office. I’ll pop in over there ever y now and then, and we’ll play a few frames. I’m the worst at exercising. DRINK OF CHOICE? MK : Vodka water. JH: It ’s a drink I actually invented with Michael down in Florida. The Alejandro Palmer : lemonade and a double of tequila. KELLE Y WISHES HE WERE BE T TER THAN HANCOCK AT WHAT, AND VICE VERSA? MK : Pool because I’m tired of losing. The other thing is on the golf course. I’ ve played golf my whole life. I’ ve never gotten a hole in one, but this idiot who has played once has. JH: Michael is incredibly good at thinking on the fly. We’ll be in a meeting, and he’ll say something that makes me go “ wow.” When I ask where it came from, he says he’s just making it up as he goes. FOR THE HOLIDAYS, WHAT ’S THE ONE GIF T YOU WOULD GIVE E ACH OTHER ? JH: My buddy needs a snooker table. Then I could really hang out over there.
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at McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care in Ladue. Keeping the season bright may prove a bit more challenging this year, but staff members at the residence are working to ensure that seniors still have plenty of opportunities to celebrate and stay connected, says executive director Laura Ritthamel. “We are keeping many of our beloved holiday events on the schedule but modifying them to ensure everyone’s safety,” she says. “Cookies with Santa is always a resident favorite, along with hot chocolate and fireside chats. We also added some new ways to celebrate such as a door decor contest, tree trimming, a special outdoor light display, cookie decorating and more. We consider these to be festive new holiday traditions in the making.” Residents each worked with a staff member to come up with their own personalized door designs, and highlights have included a hockey-themed door devised by an enthusiastic St. Louis Blues fan. “The contest has been a real hit with our residents,” Ritthamel says. At Thanksgiving, the community’s courtyard was open to relatives so they could participate in a dessert celebration with loved ones while keeping socially distant. There were five window visit locations where family members could interact with residents and enjoy traditional Thanksgiving pies together. G SE NI OR LIV IN “We are always looking for innovative ideas like this to keep families and loved ones connected,” Ritthamel notes. There are other creative ways for residents to safely keep in touch with family as well. They can arrange socially distanced window and patio visits, talk over FaceTime or Zoom, and communicate via Happy Grams ION SPEC IAL SECT
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(electronic messages and photos sent by friends and family). “We also encourage family members to call and write to their loved ones often,” Ritthamel says. Bright, festive surroundings lend themselves to special holiday memories just as much as celebrations do. Trees in the community’s lounges are decorated in holiday themes like Candy Cane Lane, Silver Bells and Let It Snow, and the outdoor display features colorful figurines, inflatables and thousands of lights. “All of these are unique ways to spruce up our usual traditions in a challenging year,” Ritthamel says. “My favorite part of the holidays is when we are decorating and residents stop by to watch, share their input or pitch in and help. Even though much of it could be considered just a normal part of the season, it still is fun to see our residents participating and reminiscing about things they have enjoyed doing for many years.” All of these activities further the goal of helping McKnight Place residents stay engaged, connected and happy, according to Ritthamel. “We advise them to get creative, make use of technology and stay safe,” she says. “We are proud to create holiday traditions that bring them so much joy.” &
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Researchers at Saint Louis University have made a troubling discovery about opioid prescriptions. They found that non-cancer patients with a high risk for opioid misuse were as likely to be prescribed medication with high abuse potential as those not at risk. This is in spite of new prescribing guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released in 2016. The study looked at data from 18 months before and after the guidance was issued. Among patients that met study guidelines, 141,219 prescriptions were issued for Schedule II opioids like codeine, hydrocodone and oxycodone before and 138,216 after.
Osteoarthritis affects more than 32 million people in the United States. A new study from Washington University School of Medicine may have discovered a new course of treatment. In mouse models, knocking out the gene FoxO1 led to the animals developing osteoarthritis, but when the molecule was increased in those developing the disease, they had less cartilage damage. Researchers believe this is because of a process called autophagy, which is how the body clears out damaged tissue. It was enhanced in mice with increased levels of FoxO1. More research is needed to determine if the gene will similarly protect cartilage in humans.
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As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in St. Louis, Mercy is getting creative with care. Using its virtual resources, it has launched Mercy COVID Care @ Home, a remote program for patients with mild symptoms. The 24-hour services include real-time monitoring, oxygen saturation measurements, oxygen flow adjustments, and additional evaluations and interventions. “We’re able to take our five years of experience in providing virtual, in-home care and translate it into caring for COVID-19 patients,” says Dr. Gavin Helton, Mercy Virtual president. “We hope it will make them more comfortable and still connected to care, while lightening the load on hospital caregivers and in-patient resources.”
St. Luke’s Hospital is making advances in cardiovascular health with a new heart implant. It’s the first health care network in St. Louis to use the WATCHMAN FLX device. The permanent implant is catheter-based and nonsurgically delivered. It is designed to close the left atrial appendage to reduce risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation, an irregular heartbeat that can cause blood to pool and form clots. The device’s design enables physicians to treat more patients as it can be safely and effectively implanted in individuals with more challenging anatomies.
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• Sending meaningful cards and messages that show seniors how much you appreciate them. • Offering to decorate the outsides of their homes. • Wrapping and delivering their holiday gifts (porch pickup works well for this). • Watching holiday movies together online. • Tackling outdoor tasks for them, like shoveling snow. • Sharing a fun video of your family decorating the house or making cookies. • Surprising them with personalized gifts ordered online and shipped to their homes. • Making holiday donations to charities that are important to them. • Ordering food to be delivered by a favorite restaurant. • Inviting seniors to share holiday blessings and special words of wisdom.
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• Plan outdoor activities if weather permits. • Restrict your guest list to a few people. • Provide plenty of space for social distancing. • Request that all guests wear masks, wash hands often and use hand sanitizer. • Come up with a fun way of greeting each other to replace hugs and kisses. • Consider avoiding contact with people outside your household for 14 days before the event. • Communicate your plans and precautions to guests ahead of time so they know what to expect.
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COVID-19 VACCINES
As you read this, the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have likely already arrived in St. Louis. At the time of writing, three pharmaceutical companies have vaccines waiting for approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Even after they are cleared, there are likely to be short supplies initially. While the goal is to start immunizations before the end of 2020, many of us won’t be vaccinated until 2021. Make sure to check with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to stay up to date on the latest developments.
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HOW IS VACCINE DISTRIBUTION BEING PLANNED?
GET IN LINE Want a better idea of when you can expect to receive a vaccine? The New York Times can give you a little perspective on the demand in each state and county. Working with the Surgo Foundation and Ariadne Labs, it has created an online calculator that uses basic info like your age and profession to estimate how many people have higher priority for vaccination.
The CDC is working with local, federal and private agencies to create plans to widely distribute COVID-19 vaccines. The federal government also has been investing in manufacturers to help increase their ability to more quickly create and distribute large quantities of vaccines. The goal is to efficiently increase the supply in the weeks and months following FDA approval.
WHO GETS VACCINATED FIRST?
The first doses will go to health care workers. The CDC also has recommended that employees and residents of long-term care facilities, like assisted living communities and skilled nursing facilities, be among the first to receive the vaccine. The federal government is working with Walgreens and CVS to provide immunization for those communities.
ARE THE COVID-19 VACCINES SAFE?
COVID-19 vaccines were tested to ensure they meet safety standards. People of various races, ethnicities and ages, as well as those with different medical conditions, participated in large clinical trials to show how the vaccines work on different people. The FDA carefully reviews data from these trials, and the FDA and CDC will continue to monitor the safety of the vaccines.
WILL KIDS RECEIVE THE VACCINE?
Initially, the COVID-19 vaccine may not be recommended for children. The clinical trials conducted this year focused on testing safety and efficacy in adults. Additional studies will be necessary to determine how it affects kids.
HOW MUCH WILL THE VACCINE COST?
Doses purchased with taxpayer money will be offered to the public at no cost. Vaccination providers may charge an administration fee, but it can be reimbursed through health insurance or the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Provider Relief Fund for uninsured patients.
IF SOMEONE HAS HAD COVID-19 AND RECOVERED, DO THEY STILL NEED TO GET A VACCINE? According to the CDC, there is not enough information about the natural immunity provided by having recovered from COVID-19. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will need to make a recommendation once the vaccine is available. &
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Jerry is one of these newer residents: “My wife and I had lived in our home for fi fiffty years. Now we love what we have here and think that we should have done it years “ … we love what we have here ago. It’s been a great experience—recommend it highly! The food is good—especially the ice cream cones on and think that we should have Mondays—and the community is full of wonderful people. done it years ago.” They immediately reached out and showed they cared.” Jerry and his fellow community members benefit both from Friendship Village’s welcoming, faith-based foundation and their dedication to constantly building towards the future. With brand-new Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing and Rehab buildings and programs now complete, their future looks bright. It’s no wonder residents like Jerry proudly declare: “This is why I live at Friendship Village!” Visit FriendshipVillageSTL.com or call to start your next chapter today! PAID ADVERTISEMENT
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The beauty world can be a little daunting to dip a toe into. From Instagram to high fashion runways and everywhere in between, there is a lot to take in, and trends are constantly changing. One day, neon eyeshadow is all the rage, and the next, more natural looks are everywhere. And it all comes with its own evolving lingo. Here’s a look at some of the terms you need to know.
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This trend from the ’70s is making a resurgence. The style features bangs parted down the middle to frame the face.
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It’s the boogeyman of every selfie: a white cast that appears in photos after using certain products. Even if you look flawless in person, the intense light from flash photography reflects off ingredients like zinc oxide, titanium dioxide and silica.
a brush into it.
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OK, yes, this refers to a fishing technique that keeps the line taught, but it’s also a trick to make your eyelashes look fuller. The technique uses eyeliner on the upper rim of the eye between the hairs to create the illusion of darker, thicker lashes. It also blends the product into your lash line, giving you a no-liner look.
SOURCES: ALLURE, HARPER’S BAZAAR
AN INTENSIVE 10-STEP SKIN CARE ROUTINE NOT FOR YOU? ALSO CALLED “SKIP CARE” IN THE K-BEAUTY WORLD, THIS APPROACH PARES DOWN THE PROCESS BY USING ONLY TWO OR THREE MULTIUSE PRODUCTS. IT GOES HAND AND HAND WITH “SKIN FASTING,” WHICH REFERS TO REDUCING OR FORGOING YOUR REGULAR ROUTINE FOR A SET AMOUNT OF TIME TO LET YOUR SKIN RESET.
SILLAGE:
In French, this term refers to the wake left by a boat, but in the beauty world, it’s used to describe a fragrance’s ability to diffuse in the air around it. Perfumes with strong sillage linger longer.
PA N D E M I C P I N K : Lockdown this spring was the perfect time to experiment with different hairstyles, and the biggest trend was pink. Celebs like Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa and Madonna all sported pastel locks while sheltering in place, and DIY dyes and tints flew off the shelves. CONT’D ON P. F20 DECEMBER 16, 2020 | townandstyle.com
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Spoolie: You’ve probably seen this eyebrow tool, but did you know it had a name? It looks like a mascara wand and is used to brush the brows and soften harsh makeup.
Twilighting:
No, it doesn’t have anything to do with teen vampires from the 2000s. This hair color trend uses balayage and babylights to create a multidimensional brunette color with warm, gold undertones.
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What do you like best about the outdoors? The backyard is just wonderful, very secluded, and the lot is more than two acres. There is a wood fireplace attached to the patio, and we added another fire pit off of the pool. It’s great because you can get a bit away from the house and enjoy a nice outdoor blaze. There are only 12 houses on the street, so there is plenty of privacy when you are spending time outside.
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from the homeowners » Owner Rhonda Kindsvater says this picturesque, four-bedroom home was an ideal fit for her family when they moved in 11 years ago, but now their children are older, and she and her husband plan to return to their native state of Arizona. “We’ve always enjoyed houses with great outdoor living and convenience,” she says. “This one offered the perfect location close to local highways, a quick commute for my husband. We already had fallen in love with the area when we first looked at the home, but when we saw the backyard, it blew us away.”
What is an unusual feature of the home? It has beautiful kitchens in both the main house and pool house. I do a lot of cooking and entertaining, and the property is very well set up for that with top-notch, commercial-grade appliances and lots of gathering space. We hosted a work event last January, and the caterers used the pool house kitchen to prepare all the food, then brought it into the main house for a buffet. We had about 60 guests, and everyone said they enjoyed the food and had an amazing time.
came in for the weekend, and there were 17 of us altogether. Everyone was very comfortable, and we had a blast relaxing by the pool and playing games in the yard. What are some of the most practical features? The people we bought it from added a lot of beautiful custom cabinetry. There is also a great deal of amazing workspace on the lower level, including built-in desks— perfect for kids who are studying and adults working at home. The previous owners had a large family, so they put a lot of thought into features that would work well. How would you describe the house’s aesthetics? The main point I would make is that the floor plan is very open and there is a lot of natural light. The home is full of large windows that give the rooms an airy feel. That was very important to us.
What would you want the next owners to know? The home is beautiful and comfortable in all seasons. You walk inside and instantly feel at ease because it’s What other memorable events have you hosted? very inviting and not too formal. We always referred to the We had my mother-in-law’s 80th birthday celebration property as our staycation house because it feels like you at the home two years ago. My husband’s entire family are at your own private resort.
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HOMEWORK
DEAR HOMEWORK,
We would love your suggestions to enhance the front of our home. We love and agree with your suggestions for homes shown in your column. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, —LOOKING FOR THAT FINISHING TOUCH
DEAR LOOKING FOR THAT FINISHING TOUCH,
To start with, I think your house looks pretty darn good. The huge sweet gum tree, angled driveway and asymmetrical plantings give the property a rather romantic feel that balances nicely with the apparently symmetrical facade. I would like to enhance this romantic feel with a few new additions. First, I would like to plant the mulch bed under the sweet gum with some ferns and ajuga ground cover that has purple flowers in summer. There are probably lots of tree roots in this area so it might take a little trial and error to find some plant material that will work. I also have removed the tallish bush between the bedroom windows. Next, I would like to put in a new cobblestone walkway extending into the asphalt drive that will bring some nice texture and color to this area. Finally, I would find some much, much bigger plant urns brimming with something colorful and bold. To my eyes, those would be the finishing touches to an already good start. Hope that helps, —HOMEWORK
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All Wrapped Up and #1 12701 Post Oak Rd Town And Country $2,850,000
12 Countryside Lane Frontenac $2,589,013
6 Rutherford Lane Town And Country $1,625,000
12445 Balwyck Lane Des Peres $1,625,000
514 Fox Ridge Rd Frontenac $1,469,000
1828 Wills Trace Ridge Wildwood $1,460,000
77 Arundel Place Clayton $1,400,000
65 Crestwood Dr Clayton $1,380,000
800 Payson Dr Olivette $1,095,000
12907 Sunset Bluff Ct Sunset Hills $1,080,000
1321 Wildhorse Meadows Dr Chesterfield $1,075,000
16696 Annas Way Wildwood $915,000
202 North Brentwood #1C Clayton $890,000
5285 Studer Lane St. Louis $848,250
150 Carondelet Plaza #2202 Clayton $1,625,000
212 Sugar Creek Ridge Dr Kirkwood $1,525,000
16769 Eagle Bluff Ct Chesterfield $1,525,000
14 Summerhill Lane Chesterfield $1,480,000
100 Tufton Farm Ct Creve Coeur $1,328,000
121 White Bridge Meadows Lane Creve Coeur $1,310,000
12511 Town And Country Estates Lane Town And Country $1,275,000
982 Tara Oaks Dr Chesterfield $1,175,000
950 Cabernet Dr Town And Country $1,060,000
1304 West Adams Ave Kirkwood $1,049,000
17318 Countryside Manor Pkwy Chesterfield $972,500
50 Lake Forest Dr Richmond Heights $960,000
356 Pine Bend Dr Wildwood $925,000
1041 Arbor Grove Ct Chesterfield $880,000
347 Pine Bend Dr Wildwood $875,000
457 Pine Bend Dr Wildwood $865,000
12591 Hibler Woods Dr Creve Coeur $860,000
11218 Tureen Dr Creve Coeur $850,000
226 Carlyle Lake Dr Creve Coeur $849,000
67 Aberdeen Place Clayton $839,000
1025 Wellington Terr Town And Country $838,000
7471 Cromwell Dr Clayton $800,000
13 Beaver Dr Creve Coeur $795,000
18017 Tara Woods Ct Chesterfield $795,000
9731 Litzsinger Rd Ladue $775,000
23 Arundel Place Clayton $770,000
414 Oak Stand Path Chesterfield $762,500
2710 Wynncrest Manor Dr Wildwood $759,000
9 Kingspointe Ct Chesterfield $740,000
863 Amersham Dr Town And Country $715,000
17424 Windridge Estates Chesterfield $715,000
27 Muirfield Lane Town And Country $710,000
916 Kimswick Manor Lane Ballwin $710,000
1250 Hampton Park Dr Richmond Heights $705,000
417 Blackwolf Run Dr Wildwood $705,000
2754 Wynncrest Manor Dr Wildwood $700,000
1121 Timberlane Dr Warson Woods $696,250
2201 Sycamore Dr Chesterfield $695,000
17146 Surrey View Dr Chesterfield $690,000
512 North Warson Rd Creve Coeur $685,000
1509 Myrtlewood Ct Wildwood $675,000
2126 Kehrs Ridge Dr Clarkson Valley $671,000
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ouse hunting can be a long and complicated process. Finding a home that meets your family’s needs takes time and patience, and even then, you aren’t guaranteed to check every box on your wish list. For the owners of this Town and Country property, finding a house in the perfect location was only the first step. Before moving in, they completed an extensive 14-month renovation, which included creating a dream kitchen, transforming a basement pool into an epic game room and more. Now, they are giving T&S a look inside at the final results. CONT’D ON P. F30
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What attracted you to the property? The location in Town and Country. We’d previously lived further west, but we’d always liked the area. We also love the outside of the house. It’s very pretty and traditional, and that drew us to the home. Plus, it had some cool interior features like the stonework in the basement. We’d been looking for a house for years, and while we found great options, there always were things that needed to be done. This house has great bones, but we knew we could make it our own without having to build something from the ground up. We were excited. What renovations have you done? We gutted everything. If you look at older photos of the property, you’ll see that nothing is the same. We tore out every floor, made entrances bigger and changed things in every room. The
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house was built in 1992, and there were some eccentric touches like mirrors on the ceiling of the master bedroom, so we updated everything. We put in a two-story addition and a large kitchen. The process took more than a year, but it made it the perfect house for us. Tell me about the kitchen. KM Designs did a really nice job with the space. I wanted a large island and a lot of storage. We also added a neat beverage center. There are a lot of hidden areas in my kitchen. The pantry door is camouflaged, and I don’t like paper towels cluttering the counter, so there is a special spot for them out of sight. The coffee station and the microwave also are hidden. How would you describe your design style? It is transitional. We have traditional pieces, but
there is a lot of modern furniture mixed in, too. I also wanted every room to have a wow factor and each space to be unique, even the kids’ rooms. Some of my favorite elements are the stone wall in the great room and the couch in the hearth room. Elizabeth Glazer Designs helped me with all the finishing touches before we moved in. She really pulled it all together. The house was a little stark and cold, but the accents helped make it pretty and inviting. The game room is impressive. It’s a lot of fun. The basement was one of the draws of the house. Originally, there was an indoor pool down there, but we took it out. It’s a space that adults love as much as the kids do. When we mention racing cars in the basement, people look at us like we’re crazy, but we have friends who come over just to play the games. CONT’D ON P. F32
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How is the house for entertaining? It’s super fun for parties. We have two sons and a large family so I wanted to be able to entertain. With the changes from the renovation, the house has great flow now. You can enter the kitchen from two different areas, which is nice. We moved in last October and then the pandemic hit, but we got some parties in before. What is the outdoor space like? The kitchen addition includes an outdoor space that’s like a TV room. We also have a dining table and barbecue pit. We love sitting out there and watching TV or eating dinner around the fire. I didn’t want the furniture to look like it was meant to be outdoors. I wanted it to be elegant and match the interior, not big and chunky. Right now, we’re starting the process of adding a pool house.
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y t i C y t i s r e v i Un DELMAR BOULEVARD CIRCA 1925
by julia m. johnson
PUBLISHER EDWARD GARDNER LEWIS penned the first chapter of University City’s history back in 1902. He purchased 85 acres to create a residential district and new headquarters for his company and later served as the town’s first mayor. Known locally as U. City, the neighborhood is a favorite destination for food, drink, shopping and fun, most notably in The Loop district along Delmar Boulevard. More information is available at visittheloop.com. Be sure to check availability before visiting.
local shops
parks
VINTAGE VINYL: Get the local spin on a variety of LPs, CDs and DVDs.
HEMAN PARK: An 85-acre park with a community center and recreational facilities
NAMED IN HONOR OF: Washington University
SUBTERRANEAN BOOKS: The independent retailer offers a large collection of titles, including ebooks and audiobooks.
RUTH PARK WOODS: Twenty-three acres of wooded parkland and trails
NOTABLE LANDMARKS: City Hall,
bars & restaurants
ESTABLISHED: 1906
annual events
Blueberry Hill
BLUEBERRY HILL: The iconic restaurant includes the famed Duck Room where rock ’n’ roll legend Chuck Berry entertained fans.
HISTORICAL FEATURES: The Loop,
FITZ’S: Burgers, ice cream, root beer and other treats are on the menu.
St. Louis Walk of Fame
CORNER 17: Homemade Asian noodles are at the heart of this restaurant’s cuisine.
THE LOOP ICE CARNIVAL (January): A variety of fun outdoor activities including ice sculptures and games U. CITY IN BLOOM PLANT SALES (April and October): Benefiting the nonprofit that maintains public plantings JAZZ FESTIVAL (June): A musical tradition in Heman Park
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THE LUXURY COLLECTION OF ALLIANCE REAL ESTATE
12760 Post Oak Road
1841 Kehrs Mill Road
Town and Country | $2,525,000
Wildwood | $2,195,000
5143 Calvey Creek Road
Chesterfield | $1,500,000
Creve Coeur | $1,390,000
Robertsville | $1,174,900
Wentzville | $1,100,000
Town and Country | $999,900
47 Muirfield Lane
16121 Walnut Hill Farm Drive
18020 Babler Woods Road
2024 Kingspointe Drive
4909 Laclede Avenue #2103
40 Burroughs Lane
1418 Sycamore Lake Drive
304 Pine Bend Drive
4522 Maryland Avenue
1303 Bansbach Road
Wildwood | $975,000
157 Bless US Drive
725 Graeser Road
1149 Greystone Manor Parkway
Clarkson Valley | $960,000
Foristell | $850,000
Wildwood | $840,000
Chesterfield | $975,000
Central West End | $949,050
Ladue | $915,000
Central West End | $810,000
Des Peres | $778,000
THE CLASSIC COLLECTION OF ALLIANCE REAL ESTATE
16363 Champion Drive
19139 Hardt Road
Chesterfield | $710,000
Wildwood | $700,000
10 Waverton Avenue
16578 Baxter Forest Ridge Dr
Ladue | $569,999
1509 Clayton Woods Wildwood | $415,000
17750 Hornbean Drive Wildwood | $685,000
30 Tealwood Drive
Chesterfield | $549,900
643 Bambury Way
Kirkwood | $399,000
Creve Coeur | $549,000
18154 Country Trails Court Wildwood | $685,000
4101 Laclede Avenue #102
Central West End | $514,500
410 N Newstead Ave #1W 6167 Washington Boulevard
Central West End | $384,500
Alliance Real Estate
Skinker DeBaliviere | $329,000
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5082 Washington Place
Central West End | $645,000
1918 Bentwood Court
Chesterfield | $449,000
479 Hillbrook
Ballwin | $295,000
16215 Thornberry Ridge Lane Wildwood | $599,900
440 North Hanley Road
University City | $444,900
16823 Babler View
Wildwood | $287,500
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