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10-8 chef of the year dinner» The American Culinary Federation Chefs de Cuisine dinner honored 2016 Chef of the Year Bob Colosimo and Jr. Chef of the Year Nick Norton.

Pictured: Norton, Colosimo, former honoree Rod Laurentius and chapter president Anthony Lyons — Jennifer Lyons

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Trusted Advisers 14 Assets & Answers – Donating to Charity 15 Cover story – Purk & Associates 16 From the Boardroom

A hayride and bonfire at Queeny Park was the perfect way to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage—and spot some deer! The kids loved the hot dogs and s’mores at the open campfire afterward.

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we’re sorry » on the cover » In our Nov. 18 issue on p.30, we incorrectly identified the pump shown near the bottom of the page, which is a Salvatore Ferragamo shoe. Also on that page, the green dress at the top of the page was incorrectly credited.

It is by Zac, Zac Posen. And in our Nov. 4 issue, we cited an incorrect end time for the Ladue Chapel Preschool holiday mart, which closes at 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 3.

It is also open Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Provident helps individuals and families face a brighter future through mental health counseling, crisis intervention and community support programs. The nonprofit hosts its annual Spirit of Provident Gala Feb. 26 at the Four Seasons. Pictured on the cover: executive director Steve Sullivan with inaugural Spirit of Provident award-winners Risa Zwerling and Mark Wrighton. For more information, or to register for the gala, contact Maggie Bauer at 314.802.2581 or email mbauer@providentstl.org or visit providentstl.org.

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from the editor's desk A couple of weeks ago we published a feature called Charity Wish List. It was meant to make donations easier during holiday time. We all have tons of expenses this time of year, yet ‘the holiday spirit’ of generosity and compassion is also strong. That is where the wish list comes in: It underscores just how great the needs of some nonprofits are and that even a small gesture on our part has the potential to make a big difference.

When we sent out the call for submissions to this list, we really didn’t know what to expect. But the response was overwhelming and included many organizations I’d never heard of. Like Artists First, which has the very humble mission of helping those with disabilities engage in art. Its request? Art supplies to be brought to its offices in Maplewood. The USO of Missouri also responded, and its request for Slim-Jims, razors and fruit cups makes painfully clear how little it takes to bring a smile to the young men and women serving far from home.

Yes, it’s touching to see what nonprofits and their constituents need: picture books for those with dementia, Shop ’n Save cards to provide birthdays for kids in shelters, bedding for unwed moms, Legos for kids living in poverty. And it’s a great feeling to know we can help with these and other small mercies. Some organizations even will come pick up your donations. If you missed it in our Nov. 11 issue, don’t worry: we’re doing another Charity Wish List next week. The need is great, yet the effort and expense to alleviate it are so small.

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by stephanie zeilenga For 17-year-old Maria Dugo, self-harm was routine. It banished feelings of hurt, disappointment and rejection. “I had no way to cope other than cutting,” she says. A high school counselor told her about Provident, a mental health counseling agency, and after years of one-onone and group therapy, she stopped hurting herself. “Provident helped me learn how to better cope with my feelings,” she says. “It helped me form healthy relationships and establish positive coping skills, skills I will use the rest of my life.”

Provident, founded in 1860, is one of the area’s oldest nonprofit family service agencies. A member of United Way of Greater St. Louis, it offers mental health counseling, suicide prevention and community support. Its broad-based mental health counseling is available to all ages, and no one is turned away for inability to pay, says executive director Steve Sullivan.

“For adults, not only do we serve individuals with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, but we also manage treatment programs for ex-offenders in the areas of domestic abuse and sex offenses,” he says. Youth programs include individual and family counseling, school-based services in four schools and a weekly self-injury group for teens. In St. Louis City and Jennings, Provident also maintains 10 after-school programs that serve more than 750 elementary school students and provide tutoring, mentoring, cultural enrichment activities and a hot meal, Sullivan adds.

Much of Provident’s work is focused on suicide prevention. Besides the crisis hotline, the nonprofit maintains Feeling Kinda Blue, an online social network where young adults dealing with depression can find support. Provident monitors the site 24/7 and intervenes if an individual appears suicidal. It also runs Hope After, a program launched in 2014 to reach survivors of suicide attempts. “Many people discharged from the hospital after a suicide attempt have no real safety net,” Sullivan explains.

The need for services like those at Provident is great. Nationally, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death, accounting for the loss of more than 41,000 Americans each year, according to the nonprofit. “In 2014, we assisted more than 40,000 through individual and group counseling and our 24/7 crisis hotline,” Sullivan says. “On average, our hotline handles 89 calls per day, with 16 percent expressing suicidal thoughts.”

To raise critical funds, the organization hosts its annual Spirit of Provident Gala Feb. 26 at the Four Seasons. “We’re trying to bring mental health issues to the forefront,” Sullivan says. “It’s still one of those topics people are uncomfortable discussing, but there’s so much to be done.” The event also will include the inaugural Spirit of Provident Award, granted to individuals who work tirelessly to promote mental health in St. Louis. This year’s awardees are husband and wife Mark Wrighton, chancellor of Washington University, and Risa Zwerling, board member of Provident and Our Little Haven.

Thanks to Provident, thousands of individuals like Dugo have found a brighter future. “The group counseling helped me realize I’m not the only one dealing with these problems, and that we can encourage each other to stay strong,” she says. “It’s meant everything to me.”

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Have you ever joined a group of carolers, regardless of whether your voice could peel paint? Most groups will take all comers, unless they are composed of fine musicians, and even many of those will accept a charity vocal case or two. How on earth do they do it? Well, you can find out from the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association—based in Clayton at 7425 Forsyth Blvd., Ste. 353. The caroling association provides support to those who would like to start their own group, whether family, friends, neighbors, scout or youth groups, church or school choirs. Carolers accept donations that are then distributed via the association, far and wide. Last year, 39 children’s charities throughout the metro benefited from the carolers’ joyful noise. But if you know how bad you really are and that you’d sound like Joe Cocker among the angelic voices, nobody will notice if you just mouth the words.

Pennies make sense for elementary schoolkids in Ballwin.

Actually, for the dozens upon dozens of parochial and public primary-school pupils who participated in the ‘Pennies Make Sense’ campaign sponsored by Ballwin PD, many pennies add up to thousands of dollars. In this case, police report that the 21st annual iteration of this generous event netted $2,204.39. Kids and staff from Holy Infant—plus Henry, Westridge, Ballwin, Woerther and Claymont elementary schools—got their hands dirty carrying all that money earmarked for the St. Louis Area Foodbank.

But they didn’t have to count it. (That’s 5,833, 5,834, 5,835 ... no, Alex, YOU’RE a nemmerhead who can’t count for nothin’. Um, doggone it, where was I?) Once again, Ballwin’s finest counted on River City Casino to count the non-folding money. And police say it was hundreds of pounds of coins. No, a dump truck didn’t beep-beep-beep, back up and dump ’em at the Foodbank. Elementary schoolkids say that’s impractical. There was a big check presentation at Henry Elementary, which was awarded the honors for collecting the most money: $680.86. A

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group of gleeful kids was on hand with Steve Schicker, Ballwin’s police chief, for the ceremony presenting the ‘check’ to Jane Corpora of the Foodbank. These kids, many of whom since 1994 have grown up to become teachers, social workers and bankers, have collected $29,000— enough over 21 years to provide some 114,000 meals for those less fortunate. Bravo!

Missouri Historical Society has increased its reach from the north end of Forest Park to 1315 Chestnut St. in the city, taking the reins of Soldiers Memorial Military Museum in a long-term agreement with the city that will allow the society to lead a $30 million renovation. The retrofit of the 1938 structure aims to create a state-of-the-art museum that honors military service, veterans and their families. Leaders of the society and the city signed the construction oversight, development and operating agreement during a Veterans Day ceremony on the steps of the memorial. In a sense, it completes a chapter of the memorial, which was opened Memorial Day 77 years ago, a building in the striped Classical Style of severely simplified form and limited ornament, kind of like Art Deco lite.

It also has been called Greek Revival.

Whatever-youmacallit, the rectangular structure was dedicated by FDR, with great hope that it would commemorate those who fought and died in the socalled war to end all wars. That wish was shattered just a year later, when Hitler invaded Poland to officially begin ballwin the cataclysm that came to be known as World War II. At the ceremony last

month, U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill and Mayor Francis Slay praised the plans to transform the memorial into a worldclass museum. Touchscreens and recorded veterans’ oral histories should be part of the multimedia offerings, if plans from a study come to fruition. There’s apparently plenty to be found for display in boxes onsite, collected for years, most of it relegated to the basement. One imagines a cavernous warehouse akin to the penultimate scene in Raiders of the Lost Ark. You can find the Missouri History Museum at Lindell Boulevard and DeBaliviere Avenue.

Train lovers never really die. Much of what they bequeath is in HO scale, Lionel-sized, or in whatever other special gauges from the UK and elsewhere in Europe. Many readers of a certain age will lovingly recall the magical model train display in the window of Famous-Barr downtown, which started running at Thanksgiving and chugged along until the holidays went back into mothballs. Those trains still run today, at the Museum of Transportation, 3015 Barrett Station Road in southwest Kirkwood ... well, except for Christmas and New Year’s Day, plus both holiday eves.

The transportation museum has become quite something, even reportedly given kudos by the esteemed Smithsonian Institution in D.C. as the greatest collection of rolling stock anywhere. But most of the little ones are in the S gauge from American Flyer and today operate under the Macy’s banner. (For anyone who still misses our former hometown department stores—you remember Stix, Baer & Fuller, right, which is now Dillard’s.) The model train display is an integral part of the museum’s exhibits over the holidays, and has been since 2013. Volunteers with model-railroad experience keep ’em chugging. But there’s more: The museum also operates the E. Desmond Lee holiday train exhibit, which has been expanded since its

[ TT Trivia ] What singer’s ‘dream’ car is at our Museum of Transportation in Kirkwood?

Last issue’s answer | Centennial Greenway, which is a former railroad right-of-way transformed into a walking, running and cycling path, is Clayton’s section of the network known as Great Rivers Greenway. The regional parks and trails district interconnects the city, county and St. Charles County, where part of the path incorporates the Katy Trail.

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installation. Formerly just one level of trains, the route now includes three levels of track and trains of three different gauges. Keep an eye out for Thomas the Tank Engine, the ebullient friend of any little kid who still believes in Santa. Wanna see the little choo-choos? It’s a treat that comes with admission to the museum. Now, if you can’t manage to get there over the holidays, you can see a few clips of the layout in action, online. Or you can cue up an animated Tom Hanks in The Polar Express. (Do any kids wake up to a train set running around the tree nowadays?)

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Those doggone Busches. First they make this popular, world-famous beer here. Then one of their audacious kin rolls out this stuff called Kräftig, which apparently also is doing just fine, thank you. You may have heard of one, the other, or both. They can be seen on TV and billboards and purchased in area grocery and convenience stores. Grant’s Farm is another Busch enterprise, named for a former president (not of the brewing giant); it’s a popular mini-Zoo where the Clydesdales also roam (and beer flows). Seems the Saint Louis Zoo wants to buy Grant’s Farm, in part to have additional space for animal husbandry, research and breeding endangered species.

There looks to be plenty of green space at Grant and Gravois in South County, where Anheuser-Busch, and now the Busch family trustees, for 60 years have operated the attraction. Anyhow, Kräftig impresario Billy Busch is also interested in the attraction, and has so expressed his desire with a bid. A man named Adolphus Busch is behind Billy, too, in expressing a desire to keep the farm in the family. (Billy has gone on the record to say he would work with the Zoo to use the area, even though he’s proferring a competing bid). Meanwhile, reportedly the four other Busch siblings support the Zoo deal. Even though there will be time in court to sort this out, it could be a major win-win for the metro no matter how the gavel falls. We’ll try to keep you posted.

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by dorothy weiner

I’ve known since I was 8 that my mind

was different from that of most people. That’s when I learned not everyone worried as much as I did. OK, obsessed. I need to find ways to quiet my mind—and I’ve tried them all.

People have suggested meditation. Not helpful.

The last thing I need is to sit down and reflect. I already reflect too much! I’ve tried repeating a mantra, prayer and a variety of other things that should quiet my monkey mind but nothing worked until recently. I’m a little embarrassed that I do it, but ever since The Atlantic wrote an article about it recently, I’ve decided it’s safe to admit that I color. In a coloring book with pretty pencils.

I first heard about adult coloring while attending a writers’ workshop this summer. One of my fellow writers, Lisa Yahne Davis, is a zentangler. I’m not sure that is even a word but here’s what I know: Zentangling is a method of drawing structured around repetitive patterns to create beautiful images. Lisa and I became Facebook friends and she regularly posts beautiful zentangle drawings I can print and color. All I have to do is get out my pencils and fill in the blanks. The process can take well over an hour to complete, and during that time my mind is completely occupied and unable to worry or really think about anything other than choosing colors and applying them in beautiful ways.

I thought I was one of only a few people with this secret hobby until I read that seven of the top 20 books sold on Amazon are adult coloring books!

According to The Atlantic, coloring is a soothing activity because it involves repetitive motions and limited space. In other words, I can’t wander off into the deep depths of my thoughts if I am focused on which color I need to use next.

Does this mean I’ll be signing up for adult summer camp next, or return to playing hopscotch? Doubtful, unless they start a camp for drinking scotch; that might be appealing. But I will keep coloring. My only problem is I have no one to give the pictures to. I am far too old to give them to my mom, and I’m not that good an artist to sign them and hand them to friends as artwork. So I will just continue to keep my own works of art and be happy that for a few hours every week, coloring quiets my mind. Oh, and at 55, I can finally stay inside the lines!

If you would like to try your hand at adult coloring, Lisa has allowed Town&Style to feature some of her work on our website. Go to townandstyle.com, click on the leisure tab, then the mind games tab. Just print the picture of your choice and color away your worries. And let me know at phannum@townandstyle.com what you think.

Maybe we can have a coloring contest! email Patty at pHannum@townandstyle.com.

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We’ve all heard ‘it’s not good to keep it all in,’ and psychotherapist Cathy Lander-Goldberg has taken that to a new level with her

Maestro Stephen Lord has been a fixture at Opera Theatre performances for nearly 25 years. The longtime music director will be stepping into a new role,Music Director Emeritus, at the end of the 2017 season. But this is not goodbye, as he will continue to conduct main-season productions as his schedule allows.

What else will he be doing? Possibly a little conducting at other great opera houses.

new book, Photo Explorations.

It helps girls use the expressive arts to better understand themselves and live a balanced life. The series of exercises are geared toward girls ages 9 through 15 and can be done alone or in groups.

Disability rights activist Colleen Starkloff has been honored with

the Disability Awareness Award

from the Missouri Commission on Human Rights. She co-founded Paraquad in the ‘70s with husband Max Starkloff and David Newburger. She is recognized for educating the public about institutional obstacles in the workplace and advocating for more inclusion of persons with disabilities in all areas of life.

So what does native daughter Terrye Seigel have in common with the likes of Jerry Lewis and Penn & Teller? They all were honored by the Grammys of the casino entertainment industry, the Global Gaming Awards. Held in (where else?)

Las Vegas recently at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, these recognize the achievements and contributions of casino talent.

Seigel, a native of Ladue, has had an eponymous band, DJ’ed a morning drive rock radio show and was a managing producer at Opryland Productions. She was named 2015 Talent Buyer of the Year.

If you happened to notice film crews around the St. Louis Women’s Club, or other spots in the CWE and Clayton, it’s because three former

hometowners came back home to shoot their new movie, The Lipinski.

About a trio of imposters who infiltrate a private exhibit to steal a $7 million violin, the film is a collaboration among (pictured from left) director Nate Townsend (Clayton H.S. ‘10), producer John Hayden (Burroughs ‘10) and screenwriter Oliver Reed (Burroughs ‘10). Look for the short film to come out in 2016, including, hopefully, at the SLFF (fingers crossed).

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St. Louis International Film Festival On the opening night of SLIFF, actor and directorAlex Winter, a former St. Louisan, was presented with the Charles Guggenheim Cinema St. Louis Award.

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Goat Cheese & Tomato Mini Tarts

recipe from hollyberry catering 2 pieces flatbread

(restaurant-style flatbread, naan or pita bread)

1/4 c. melted salted butter, divided 1/2 t. Italian seasoning blend 1/2 c. panko crumbs 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese 1 T. coarsely chopped fresh parsley 1 t. freshly squeezed lemon juice 4 oz. plain goat cheese 1/8 t. black pepper 1/8 t. kosher salt 5 cherry tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices

Those who have to apologize (and suffer humiliation along with it) must ‘eat humble pie.’

But why pie and not cake?

Or cookies? Go back to the Middle Ages and you’ll find the answer. The lord of a manor would host a feast after hunting, and he would receive the finest cuts of meat. Those of a lower social standing were served pie filled with the animal’s entrails and innards, known as ‘umbles.’

This was considered humiliating because it made perfectly clear each guest’s social status.

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» Brush flatbread with melted butter. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, then cut into 12 2-inch squares.

Cut squares in half diagonally to create triangles. » Place in a single layer on a baking sheet and set aside.

Combine panko, Parmesan, parsley, lemon juice and remaining melted butter in a small bowl. Toss to combine, and set aside. Using an electric mixer, combine goat cheese, salt and pepper until thoroughly combined.

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» Place a generous dollop of the goat cheese mixture in the middle of each flatbread triangle.

Place one tomato slice on top of the goat cheese, lightly pressing down. Sprinkle tarts with panko crumb mixture.

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» Bake for 5 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned at the edges. Serve warm out of the oven, or bake ahead of time and serve later. This appetizer is equally delicious warm or at room temperature!

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Load everyone in the car to drive through Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park, 75 acres of glistening lights. The display will continue through Jan. 2 and runs from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Friday.

Make it extra special by ordering a carriage ride, available every night. Saturday nights are reserved for carriage rides only. For more information: stlouisco.com/ parksandrecreation/thingstodo/winterwonderland

Not much is sweeter than the sound of children singing Christmas carols. Hear the voices of the St. Louis Children’s Choir perform holiday favorites along with some new tunes at its holiday concert Dec. 5 at Powell Symphony Hall.

For more information: slccsing.org

Take a quick (and scenic!) trip Dec. 13 to Missouri’s oldest town, Ste. Genevieve, for Le Réveillon, an annual event that celebrates the food, music and customs of a 19th-century French Colonial Christmas.

For more information: visitstegen.com

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They benefit right away. Now, you can, too!

Give a donation of $100 or more to Circle, and receive a Missouri Food Pantry Tax Credit—up to $2,500 for a single filer or $5,000 for a couple filing jointly.

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What’s the best way to give money to charity?

Now with the year ending, I want to make sizable gifts to one or more of my favorite causes.

The best way really depends on each person’s unique circumstances. Generally, you are better off making a gift of appreciated property like stocks, bonds or mutual funds rather than making a large cash gift. By making a gift of publicly traded securities when held longer than 1 year, you avoid the capital gains tax, and the full market value of the donated securities may be eligible as a tax deduction.

In past years, some people were able to take advantage of Qualified IRA Charitable Distribution rules and make a gift directly to a charity from their IRA. Although Congress has not passed legislation permitting this in 2015, there’s hope and speculation this technique may be permitted again.

At YouthBridge we work closely with our clients and their financial advisers to determine the best gift planning techniques that fit their own personal circumstances. You should always seek advice from your own financial or tax adviser before making any decisions.

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—Michael E. Howard

CAP, AIFA,Chief Executive Officer YouthBridge Community Foundation

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Charitable giving allows you to contribute to meaningful causes, ideally in a taxadvantaged way. Identifying and regularly reviewing your goals with your financial adviser will help you arrive at the best strategy for your family. The concept of ‘wellplanned charitable giving’ means different things to different people. Some may want to maximize the tax benefits, while others may prioritize giving as much as they can afford. But you should always be aware of how different charitable giving strategies fit into your overall financial and estate plans.

Here are some questions to ask yourself when beginning the process: How important is the timing of your contribution?

How will you or your adviser document gifts made for tax purposes? Then assess which of the following is appropriate: outright gifts of cash or property, including appreciated securities; funding gifts via IRA withdrawals or bequests in your will or trust; a donoradvised fund; or charitable gifting trusts.

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Trusting your money to the right adviser

can mean the difference between apprehension and confidence in the future, between achieving your dreams and missing the mark. At Purk & Associates, a full-service CPA firm that works with businesses, nonprofits and individuals, clients can expect all the resources of a national firm, but with the intimate feel of a local operation, says Jennah Purk, president and founding shareholder.

The firm offers accounting, auditing, tax, consulting, valuation and wealth management services, and its client roster includes a wide range of industries, Purk says. “We serve entrepreneurs anywhere from the startup stage to well-seasoned businesses, and we serve both the business and the business owner across a plethora of capacities.”

Since its founding in 2009, the company has expanded from a team of 13 to 31; its growth largely has been fueled by positive word of mouth, Purk says. “There’s been a lot of consolidation in our industry in the past year, which has given a strong advantage to stand-alone firms like us,” she notes. “Entrepreneurs like to work with entrepreneurs, and that’s what we are.”

A close client-adviser relationship is made possible through a carefully curated team of experts, Purk

explains. “Unlike our competitors, we handpick our team,” she says. “That’s why it is second to none, and made up of the most accomplished professionals in the industry, all working together for the good of the client.”

A team of three experts services each account, which means clients can expect continuity and real-time solutions, Purk says.

“When I or my partners are not sitting at our desks, the client can still reach people and get the answer they need when they need it,” she says. “We’re a completely digital house, which makes us available 24/7 to the client base.

Purk & Associates partners Jennah Purk, Chris Madison and Bill Purk It’s not uncommon in other firms to have a partner bring you on board and then never see them again. That’s not how we operate here.”

Associates invests as much as 25 hours getting to know And because Purk hires only experienced advisers, them. “We believe in buy-in, so when we approach a clients also never have to worry about being a training new engagement, there’s an investment on our part in ground for new staff or having to trust their finances to terms of professional time,” Purk says. “Knowing the new faces. “From the client’s perspective, it’s frustrating client as a person and what their goals are professionally to have someone new on the team every year because of and personally is vital. If you ignore those things, you’re turnover and to have to spend time training someone going to miss the boat in terms of giving sound and solid new,” Purk says, adding that the turnover rate at Purk & advice. We don’t just look at the books. We look at the Associates is less than 4 percent. heartbeat and vision driving each client.”

At the start of each new client relationship, Purk &

Purk & Associates, located at 1034 S. Brentwood Blvd., is a full-service CPA firm that works with businesses, tax-exempt organizations and individuals.

Pictured on the cover: Partners Jennah Purk, Chris Madison and Bill Purk. For more information, call 314.884.4000 or visit purkpc.com.

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Welcome, Chris Harwell We are pleased to welcome Chris Harwell to Wells Fargo Advisors. Chris has more than 10 years of experience, especially with 403(b) retirement plans.

He joins us in our Festus office.

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Dr. Craig Buchman has been named Lindburg Professor and head of otolaryngology at Washington

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the arrival of new general manager Amanda Joiner, who brings 20 years of experience to the position. She began her career with the luxury hotel in 1991 and most recently served on the corporate sales and marketing team.

$254 BILLION IN CLIENT ASSETS At PNC, our tradition of service goes far beyond banking. We strive to help our clients achieve their financial goals, large and small, personal and institutional. It’s why we offer a breadth of financial services, products and insights.

Rori Picker Neiss has been appointed the new executive director of the St. Louis Jewish Community Relations Council. The former spiritual leader of Bais Abraham Congregation is one of the first graduates of Yeshivat Maharat, which trains Orthodox Jewish women as Jewish legal and spirtual authorities.

WEALTH MANAGEMENT We are one of the largest wealth managers in the country.2 From investment management to wealth planning, our seasoned professionals tap into their specialized areas of financial expertise to create customized strategies that help our clients reach their goals.

FAMILY WEALTH OFFICE As one of the country’s largest 3 multifamily offices, Hawthorn is committed to helping clients build their legacies, while prudently managing their wealth and seeking to align assets with family values, lifestyles and aspirations.

RETAIL INVESTMENTS PNC Investments, our registered broker-dealer and investment advisor, provides an array of retirement and investing options. Investors may choose from a range of service models — from doing it themselves to receiving fully advised solutions. We listen carefully and draw from a variety of resources to meet our clients’ investing needs.

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis elected

NoÉmi Neidorff as new board chair, the eighth in the organization’s 40-year history. Neidorff, a classically trained pianist, has actively supported OTSL since the ‘80s.

INSTITUTIONAL INVESTMENTS We deliver customized balanced and single-mandate investment management solutions, utilizing external and proprietary investment managers, to meet the diverse and complex needs of our clients.

For the latest thinking from our investment strategy team, visit pnc.com/investmentcorner or call Maurice Quiroga, Managing Director, 314-898-1338.

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Thomas Jefferson School welcomes Kathleen Kelly as director of development. She joined the staff after serving as director of marketing and communications at St. Mary’s High School. Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree from Lindenwood University.

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1 Assets are comprised of Assets Under Management, Assets Under Administration and accounts held in Brokerage as of June 30 2011.

2 “Barron’s Top Wealth Managers”, September 20, 2010, based on AUM as of June 30, 2010.

3 Ranked 9th–largest ultra affluent provider by Family Wealth Alliance 2010.

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (“PNC”) uses the service marks “PNC WealthManagement”, “PNC Institutional Investments”, and “Hawthorn PNC Family Wealth” when providing investment and wealth management, fiduciary services, FDIC-insured banking products and services and lending and borrowing of funds through its subsidiary PNC Bank, National Association, which is a Member FDIC, and uses the service marks “PNC Wealth Management” and “Hawthorn PNC Family Wealth” when providing certain fiduciary and agency services through its subsidiary PNC Delaware Trust Company. Brokerage services are offered through PNC Investments LLC, a registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA and SIPC. Investment advisory services through registered investment advisors are provided by PNC Capital Advisors, LLC or PNC Investments, LLC. PNC does not provide legal, tax or accounting advice. Investments: Not FDIC Insured. No Bank Guarantee. May Lose Value. PNC is a registered mark of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. ©2011 The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. All rights reserved.

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[Trusted Advisers Purk & Associates, P.C. Jim Rose, CPA, Director of Assurance Services

Peter Dolan

Thomas Briggs

Jim Rose

Jim Rose is responsible for all assurance-related services provided by the firm, including audits, reviews, compilations and agreed-upon procedures.

Tom O’Connell

Tom O’Connell, CPA, Director of Dealership Services

Plaza Advisory Group Peter Dolan, Founding Partner and Principal

Tom helped found the firm’s nationwide dealership division, which provides accounting and tax services for all dealership types.

Peter’s expertise lies in working with CEOs, successful entrepreneurs and accomplished retirees across the country. He enjoys being able to create close partnerships with his clients and helping them deal with complex financial issues.

Megan Madden, CPA,Senior Associate

Thomas Briggs, Founding Partner and Principal

Megan manages multi-employer benefit plans, local union, and not-for-profit engagements, and related tax filings.

Tom specializes in helping high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients navigate the financial market. He works hard to stay current, accumulating and assimilating information to keep clients aware of new developments and expanded opportunities.

Scott Pinkowski, CPA, Senior Associate

Scott works in the tax department with the firm’s small and mid-sized business clients to provide tax compliance and planning advice.

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Scott Pinkowski

Gus Gast

Moneta Group

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Gus Gast, CPA

Moneta Group principal Gus Gast specializes in holistic wealth management. He works with each of his clients to create a comprehensive, long-term plan that helps them come to terms with their goals and values.

Jack B. Spooner

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Chris Michalak, AAMS®, AIR®

Jack B. Spooner, Principal

Chris works to identify each client’s financial goals and to design strategies for achieving them.

He spends significant time and care with each client to make sure that every financial plan is tailored to the client’s needs and provides them with a solid financial foundation.

Douglas Mueller

Mueller Prost

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Douglas Mueller, CPA, President

Debra Light

Mueller Prost is a team of certified public accountants and consultants who provide a full range of professional audit, accounting, tax and consulting services to clients across the U.S.

Debra identifies every client’s unique hopes and goals to design a tailored plan that will result in the ultimate realization of their vision. She is dedicated to serving as advocate for her clients at all times.

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Since 1988, attorney Jack B. Spooner, principal of Spooner Law, has provided individuals, families, and small and mid-sized business clients with aggressive, sophisticated and cost-effective representation from inception through trial, ranging from complex multi-million dollar business disputes, catastrophic injuries and death and employment and real estate matters.

34 N. Brentwood Blvd., Ste. 210 314.725.4300 | spoonerlawllc.com

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Page Law Tonya D. Page, Partner

As a founding partner at Page Law, Tonya practices Missouri family law exclusively.

For more than 13 years, helping families transition through this difficult period has been an important part of her role. Both an advocate and a counselor, she is dedicated to fighting for clients to ensure their legal rights are protected.

12166 Old Big Bend Road, Ste. 100 314.724.3529

Tonya D. Page

Maurice E. Quiroga

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Insurance Solutions Plus, LLC

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Joanne Johnson, Broker/Owner

Maurice focuses on the needs of high-net-worth families, specializing in complex multi-generational financial planning, proprietary investment solutions and personalized private banking solutions.

Medicare Plan benefits change yearly, and Joanne's individualized annual review for clients ensures they have access to their doctors and the medications they need, which can prevent them from missing out on significant savings.

314.518.8266 insurancesolutionsplus.net

Maurice E. Quiroga, CTFA, CWS®, Executive Vice President, Managing Director 314.898.1338

David Carroll Johnson, JD, LLM, AEP, ACTEC Fellow, Senior Vice President, Senior Trust Advisor and Planner

David assists high-net-worth families, businesses and their advisers in estate planning, total wealth management, business succession planning, philanthropy, and trust and estate administration.

314.898.1337

Rachel O’Shia, CFP®, Vice President, Senior Investment Advisor

Rachel works with high-net-worth clients to develop and implement personalized, tax-efficient investment portfolios to meet current lifestyle needs and long-term legacy goals.

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Saturday, December 5 10am-4pm Free pet photos with Santa Get a festive photo of your furry friend with Santa, benefitting the Humane Society of Missouri. One photo per pet, please.

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THE HOLIDAY GUIDE] 1 | Melanie’s

6 | Craft Alliance Center of Art & Design

Give the gift of glamour with this black satin evening bag with black and clear rhinestones, $36.

Local artist Meri Ellen Taylor casts natural materials in precious metals for a glamorous contemporary effect. Dress your honey in gilded honeycomb from Craft Alliance.

10277 Clayton Road | 314.993.0664 | melanies-stlouis.com

6640 Delmar Blvd. | 314.725.1188 | craftalliance.org

2 | Genovese Jewelers This fabulous Gabriel & Co. pendant just arrived: an 18kt. white gold textured rolo with a filigree and milgrain domed pendant, .79 carat total weight.

12460 Olive Blvd. | 314.878.6203 | genovesejewelers.com

3 | Elleard Heffern Fine Jewelers Hand-finished 'Dune' ring of 18kt. yellow gold and diamonds by Italian designer Vendorafa is exclusive to Elleard Heffern, $2,475.

7 | Saint Louis Art Museum Make the season merry and bright at Winter Celebrations Dec. 11 through 13! Join in our weekend of art making, live performances and tasty seasonal treats. Visit our website for the full list of festive activities.

One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park | 314.721.0072 | slam.org

101 S. Hanley Road, Building Lobby | 314.863.8820 | heffern.com

4 | Ladue Chapel Nursery School Holiday Mart 2015 Come Shop LCNS Holiday Mart 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 3 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dec. 4 to find fabulous gifts for the entire family, like luxe knit scarves and hats starting at $48 from the Ivy Hill booth.

9450 Clayton Road | 314.993.3993 | laduechapelnurseryschool.com

5 | Mister Guy Women’s Store It’s never too early to plan for your spring events. This dress will be featured in our Tom and Linda Platt Spring Show Dec. 3, 4 and 5. Exclusively at Mister Guy Women’s Store.

9817 Clayton Road | 314.991.5262 | Misterguywomens.com

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8 8 | Ted Drewes Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is offering gift cards at both locations—the perfect stocking stuffer.

6726 Chippewa St. | 4224 S. Grand Blvd.

314.481.2652 | teddrewes.com

9 | Sign of the Arrow Decorate every corner with appliqued and embellished pillows featuring birds, snowmen, and Santa patterns in 8- to 24-inch sizes.

9814 Clayton Road | 314.994.0606 | signofthearrow.com

Enter for a chance to win this hand-selected Julie Vos ring!

10 | Life Media

Convert your home into a 'smart home' with your smartphone or tablet this holiday season.

Adjust your music, TV, thermostat, shades, lighting and more with automatic settings like 'morning routine' or 'good night.'

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11 | Amini’s

SPECIAL COLLECTION OF JULIE VOS

December 3 – 6 Fill your wish list and receive a free gift with purchase.

169 Carondelet Plaza | Clayton 63105 314 726 7979 | crescentcoaststl.com mon - fri 10 to 6 sat 10 to 5 sun 11 to 4

Shuffleboards, pool tables, pinball, arcade games, foosball, air hockey, table tennis, golden tee, jukeboxes, theater seating: the most-wanted gifts are all at Amini's! Financing options available.

17377 Chesterfield Airport Road | 636.537.9200 aminis.com

12 | Accessorize Wear a statement piece like our 'Flower and Bug' necklace for a glamorous night out!

No. 26 The Boulevard | 314.499.8680 facebook.com/accessorizeusa

13 | Mosby Building Arts Mosby Building Arts is collecting toys for St. Louis Children’s Hospital and will conclude the drive with an event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dec. 12 at the Mosby office, complete with food trucks, raffles and Santa!

645 Leffingwell Ave. | 314.909.1800 | callmosby.com

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14 | Kodner Gallery Werner Drewes

Maurice Freedman

Edward Boccia

Give the unique gift of fine art this holiday season! Through Dec. 4, we are offering 20 percent off list price on works by Irek Szelag, whose paintings exquisitely depict St. Louis' most beloved landmarks.

9650 Clayton Road | 314.993.4477 | kodnergallery.com Pictured: 'Colors of Winter, Forest Park' Original Oil on Canvas by Irek Szelag, $1,650

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Victor Vasarely

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Fernand Léger

Julian Schnabel

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Don’t risk buying or selling at auction or out of town.

A Trusted Family Tradition in Fine Art Services for Nearly 50 Years 9650 Clayton Road in Ladue - (314).993.4477 - kodnergallery.com

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15 | glenn betz Jewelers Surprise your loved one with an 18kt. two-tone gold ring with 2.03 carat center radiant cut yellow diamond and 1.01 carat total weight in accent diamonds.

11776 Manchester Road | 314.984.0040 | glennbetzjewelers.com

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16 | J.A. Whitney Celebrate the holidays in style with festive serveware from J.A. Whitney.

13498 Clayton Road | 314.439.0900 | jawhitney.com

17 | Saint Louis Ballet

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Saint Louis Ballet presents The Nutcracker Dec. 17 through 23 on the Touhill stage. Glorious sets and costumes, wonderful dancing and a classic Tchaikovsky score make this a perfect outing for the whole family. Tickets on sale now at touhill.org.

www.lauriesolet.com

Touhill Performing Arts Center | 1 University Drive 314.516.4949 | touhill.org

18 | Longmeadow Rescue Ranch The gift that gives twice: a Barn Buddy sponsorship includes a plush replica and a certificate announcing support for the horses and farm animals rescued and rehabilitated at the Humane Society of Missouriâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch.

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159 Lamp & Lantern Village | 636.220.6087 | Nothing Bundt Cakes.com

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20 | K. Hall Studio

Saturday, december 5th 10am - 5pm

Starting at $29, we have a variety of gift boxes filled with your favorite products and fragrances.

Stop in to treat yourself, or pick up the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list.

8416 Manchester Road | 1701 S. Lindbergh Blvd. | 314.963.3293 | 314.991.6988 | khalldesigns.com

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Exclusive needlepoint ornament and cummerbund from the book’s artwork Assorted dishes and note cards also available

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the perfect combination Ted’s frozen custard and the perfect Christmas tree!

St. Louis’ finest selection of Balsam, Fraser, and Pine trees—and custard!

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21 | Novak Jewelers A Parade Design ring has diamond-set vines and leaves that showcase a 7.03-carat Paraiba tourmaline.

14442 Clayton Road | 636.227.7225 | novakjewelers.com

22 | Byron Cade At our open house from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 5, get 20 percent off all in-store merchandise, like this Herend snowman, $295.

13474 Clayton Road | 314.721.4701 | 800.777.4701 | byroncadegifts.com

TED DREWES FROZEN CUSTARD

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23 | Laurie Solet Make your traveler happy with our best-selling east-west style tote, the MZ Wallace Nikki Bag, $395.

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24 | Wacoal Outlet Store All that glitters is new this holiday season … 40 percent off new arrivals Dec. 7 through 9. Free shipping and gift wrap. Some exclusions apply. Wacoal Outlet only.

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25 | AlbarrÉ New bar necklaces are popular for layering or wearing as stand-alone pieces. Available in 14kt. white, yellow or pink gold, with or without a stone. Can also be engraved.

9711 Clayton Road | 314.997.1707 | albarre.com

26 | Wilson Lighting Want to impress the host of your next holiday party? Pick up a unique gift at Wilson Lighting. You’re sure to be invited back!

909 S. Brentwood Blvd. | 314.222.6300 | wilsonlighting.com

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AT THE TOUHILL

DECEMBER 17-23

Dance St. Louis presents a 50th season holiday special: three shows for only $99! This premium seat package includes MOMIX in Alchemia, New Dance Horizons IV and Ensemble Español. Offer valid through Dec 15.

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by marylyn simpson

Buying holiday gifts for the beauty girl in your life doesn’t have to be limited to designer perfumes and the usual gift sets. Step outside the beauty box and get the glamour guru on your list what she really wants in cosmetics.

From ruby red lipstick to delicious-smelling soaps, here’s a quick guide.

1. Stila Eternally Yours Liquid Lipstick Set

make any moment

a Celebration

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Nothing says holiday cheer like ruby red lips. But why stop there? Stila’s Eternally Yours Liquid Lipstick Set has six hues perfect for the season of cocktail parties and gift exchanges! Ranging from the appropriately named Fiery (red) to neutral tones like Patina, these long-lasting colors leave lips feeling as soft as they are beautiful. Whether you’re shopping for a friend or want to step up your own holiday lipstick game, this set won’t disappoint. stilacosmetics.com, $39

2. L’Occitane Advent Calendar

Why limit your gift giving to just one day? The L’Occitane Advent Calendar is the gift that keeps on giving with 24 different beauty surprises. This limited-edition beauty calendar packs essentials, from Verbena Body Lotion to Aromachologie Repairing Shampoo and Conditioner, in one compact booklet.

L’Occitane, Plaza Frontenac and Saint Louis Galleria, $49

3. Diptyque Liquidambar Candle

Indulge your beauty lover with the simple yet luxurious Diptyque Liquidambar candle. The famous candle brand updates its signature label for the season with vibrant shades of gold and blue. Paying homage to the Christmas tree, the candle plays up notes of nutmeg, cinnamon and muscovado sugar. neimanmarcus.com, $70

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4. Jo Malone London Christmas Cracker Gift Set

What better way to celebrate the holiday than with the sweet scents of the season? The Jo Malone London Christmas Cracker Gift Set features Blackberry & Bay Cologne, Lime Basil & Mandarin Body and Hand Wash, and Peony & Blush Suede Body Crème. From the mistletoe green ribbon to the signature Jo Malone box, this is one gift set any beauty lover would appreciate.

Saks Fifth Avenue, Plaza Frontenac; Nordstrom, West County Center, $45

5. Barr-Co. Fir and Grapefruit Bar Soap, Bubble Elixir

A St. Louis darling, Barr-Co. products never disappoint, especially during the holiday season. The grapefruit and fir-scented products evoke traditional holiday scents with a twist, adding a fruity punch to notes of fir. These products are gifts that will keep on giving long after the season has ended.

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For your family

The Diamond Family, located at 473 Lafayette Center, is a family-owned jewelry store specializing in diamonds, engagement rings and custom designs. Pictured on the cover: President Michael Haddad, founder Rocky Haddad and vice president Alex Haddad.

For more information, call 636.391.6622 or visit thediamondfam.com. cover design by jon fogel | Photo courtesy of Tim Parker Photography

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holiday sparkle the diamond family by karyn meyer

Everyone is dreaming of a white Christmas at The Diamond Family. Once again, the family-owned jewelry store is giving customers the opportunity to get a full refund on every purchase made Nov. 27 through Dec. 18 during its ‘Wish for a White Christmas’ promotion. The only stipulation? It has to snow 2 inches on Christmas day.

“This is our claim to fame,” says president Michael Haddad, who runs the store with his brother, vice president Alex Haddad. “Every jewelry store will say they have the best customer service, but we try to differentiate ourselves through special events and offers like this. No matter if you buy something that’s $500 or $50,000, you get all your money back if it snows 2 inches. It’s fun, and we all really want it to happen!” He adds that if someone is already planning to purchase jewelry, it makes sense to do it at a place where selection and service are the No. 1 priorities. Plus, at The Diamond Family, there’s always the chance it won’t cost you anything!

The store offers a wide assortment of diamonds and engagement rings, the cornerstone of its business for decades.

And its range of custom designs has come a long way with the addition of a computerized counter sketch studio, which allows customers to modify thousands of settings into exactly what they want, down to the tiniest detail.

Haddad says they even provide 3-D images free of charge so buyers can see how their jewelry will look once complete. He is proud of how far The Diamond Family has come—and its humble beginnings. “My dad Rocky started the business back in 1978,” he says. “He still comes around to hang out with his customers and give us advice, but my brother and I run the show.

We’ve expanded it to a multimilliondollar operation, but we’ve maintained the qualities of a purely family-run business.” Haddad is referring to close relationships with clients and ethical business practices, which he says are not always practiced in some segments of the jewelry industry.

Additionally, The Diamond Family is one of only two Master IJO Jewelers in the St. Louis area and only 800 worldwide, an accreditation given by the Independent Jewelers Organization. It recently was recognized as being in the top five of the group. “It’s fantastic to be a part of,” Haddad says. “It’s basically an exclusive buying group based on ethical standards. As a Master IJO Jeweler, we reap the benefits of continued education, buying privileges, inventory sharing and access to exclusive designs.” He says membership includes an expansive network of other jewelers. “If a customer wants a specific stone that we don’t have available, I just reach out to my 800 ‘buddies,’ and a jeweler up in Michigan might be able to send it to me. It works great when our customers are trying to sell pieces, too.”

Haddad travels to Antwerp, Belgium, twice a year to buy stones directly from diamond cutters and to get early access. “It’s just another perk of our accreditation,” he says. “And the education and mentorship we receive means we are constantly learning about ways to better ourselves so that when those doors open, we’re ready for our customers.”

You are invited to our annual

Christmas Service of Remembrance and Tree Lighting Ceremony 3:00 PM • Saturday, December 5, 2015 Schrader Funeral Home & Crematory 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway Ballwin, MO 63011

636.227.5511

In memory of your loved one, you are welcome to bring an ornament for the Christmas Remembrance Tree in our foyer.

Refreshments following in the Family Center.

Reservations not required.

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

[ Reeds American Table ] 7322 manchester road | 314.899.9821

[ amuse bouche ] The Scene

Fine dining neighborhood spot

The Chef

Matt Daughaday

The Prices

$9-$12 starters, $16-$20 entrees

The Favorites

Coeur de la Creme cheese plate, Curry Mussels, Roasted Pork Loin, Apple-Date Crisp, Roasted Cauliflower, Shaved Kale Salad, Chicken Pot Pie, Steelhead Trout

The small but lively restaurant that opened in

the center of downtown Maplewood is ambitious. The chef-owner is Matt Daughaday, a veteran of Niche and Taste. The huge staff, called ‘the team,’ is mentioned on the menu, from servers to kitchen staff, in recognition of each person’s unique contributions.

Also ambitious is the food: American classic/comfort cuisine, with an emphasis on the quality of what goes into a meal: fingerling potatoes, English peas, slivers of fresh fennel, ginger-laced ice cream. But chef Daughaday doesn’t just talk the talk. He has the skill to turn exceptional ingredients into memorable meals.

Roasted Pork Loin ($20), for example, offered juicy slices of meat deliciously spiced with what tasted like five-spice powder: faintly reminiscent of mace, clove and anise, but only enough to pique the taste buds and enhance the pork, not overwhelm it. The accompanying

fried rice was a balanced blend with firm English peas, crunchy bits of house-made bacon and tiny diced green onion and carrot, tossed in soy sauce. It was rich in oil flavor but not the least bit oily or greasy.

A small plate of Curry Mussels ($12), too, illustrated a balance of flavors. The broth was sweet with coconut milk, but complex with green curry paste, lemongrass and spicy hot red Thai chili flakes. It came with two pieces of grilled Texas toast to sop up the broth. Even a palate teaser of Baetje Farms Coeur de la Creme cheese ($6) exhibited the reverence for food I admire about places like this. A small wedge of the creamy goat cheese came nestled in edible flowers, with mandolinesliced fresh fennel at one end of the tray and artisan fruit jam at the other. We wiped the platter clean.

Stellar were two other small plates. Shaved Kale ($11) came lightly dressed in lemon juice and with sour

[ food • ŏ • lō • gy ]

[ chef chat ]

excellent goat’s milk cheeses that have won many awards.

Pedigree

Baetje Farms Located in Bloomsdale, Missouri, this dairy and creamery makes a wide variety of Mizuna Also known as Japanese mustard, this leafy green is slightly bitter, like arugula.

English Peas Plump round peas encased in green pods that must be removed prior to cooking.

[ aftertaste ] » This place is outstanding! Everything we tasted was excellent; I’d go back in an instant!

— Elise S. of Clayton

Favorite Cookbook

— ben r. of maplewood

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I started off working for chef Marc Del Pietro, then I went to CAL Culinary Academy in San Francisco. Back in St. Louis, I worked at Niche with chef Gerard Craft.

Mushrooms

and the whole place had a very family-like feel. The food was amazing, too!

» owner matthew daughaday

Favorite ingredient

» I like everything about Reeds, from the atmosphere to the service. They were really friendly,

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dried cherries, toasted pumpkin seeds and tiny cubed butternut squash. Roasted Cauliflower ($8) consisted of appetizingly browned florets piled atop cauliflower puree dosed with curry powder and herby gremolata.

The standout dish had to be the Steelhead Trout ($20), which came skin-side up, the skin generously buttered and irresistibly crisped. It sat on a delicious creamy and salty risotto peppered with shiitake mushrooms. Also on the plate were roasted Brussels sprouts, fruit chutney and bitter-tangy mizuna leaves.

Dessert ended the meal on a well-deserved high note.

We had Apple-Date Crisp ($8), which again spotlighted fine ingredients prepared with skill. Roasted apple slices were flavored with ginger, doused with caramelized sugar and topped with butter-toasted oats. A tiny scoop of ginger ice cream oozed its cold creaminess into the warm cobbler in a glorious tribute to the fall harvest.

Bar Tartine by Cortney Burns

Favorite St. Louis restaurant Niche

Most memorable meal

Christmas dinner with the whole family

Guilty pleasure food

Candy—I have a sweet tooth.

LEISURE

Shop Downtown KirKwooD The place for

by jeffrey hall

happy hour

Why not pop a cork? Sparkling wine doesn’t have to be saved for Valentine’s Day and New Year’s. Did you know it pairs well with nearly everything from tapas to dessert?

Champagne Basics

Champagne is basically used as a generic term for sparkling wine, but to be the real thing, it must come from the region of its namesake in France and be produced using the regulated methods of the region.

Sparkling wine from anywhere else, however, is another story.

Champagne is produced from three primary grapes: pinot noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay. Other grape varieties are permitted, but these three make up the bulk of Champagne production. Wines made from white grapes are designated Blanc de Blanc. White Champagnes made from the pinot varieties are labeled Blanc de Noir (white from red). Rose champagnes can contain only red varieties or a combination of red and white. This is achieved either by letting the clear juice from the red grapes macerate with their skins for a brief period of time, or by blending red wine with white to produce the cuveé.

Holiday Gifts!

Samoe Style bags easily convert to two different lengths allowing them to be carried as a shoulder bag or a crossbody..the perfect finishing touch to any outfit or occasion.

151 West Jefferson | 314-821-4646 Gingerandmaryannboutique.com Make your holiday cards stand out from the rest! Order personalized photo cards from Vellum.

Don’t have any time to address all those envelopes?

Let Vellum do it for you!

The Big Kids on the Block

People are most familiar with Champagnes from the big houses like Mumm, Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger and Louis Roederer.

Producing prestige cuvees like Dom Perignon and Cristal, they make up 80 percent of Champagne production.

The Little Guys-Grower Champagnes

Sometimes referred to as ‘Farmer Fizz,’ these are the artisanal side of the Champagne region. They make up only 5 percent of the Champagne imported into the U.S. and are made only from grapes sourced from a winemaker’s own estate. This is what makes them special; they are indicated by ‘Récolant Manipulant’ on the label. These wines are priced lower and offer great quality for cost.

120 West monroe avenue 314.909.1640 Velluminc.com

The Harbuck Fleece 1/4 Zip pullover from Southern Marsh offers a ultra-soft performance and limited patterns for the adventuresome guy or gal! $85

121 North Kirkwood Road 314-821-0583 FunSunSports.com

Antler up at the Rusted Chandelier! ($60, bow extra)

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Shop, DiNe & CelebRate

P ho to s wi th S an ta * DeC 3 & 10 ❆ 5-7 p.m DeC 11 ❆ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

• bring your camera to take a free photo with Santa at the historic and festive Kirkwood train Station.

• Shop & Dine: Several stores are open late!

• Visit with a live reindeer on December 10. * please arrive 30 minutes before the session ends.

Sorry, no pet photos.

[ try this ] farmer fizz from around the world

is a premier internationally recognized jewelry designer. Her innovative styles blend natural elements, beads, stones and glass. $106

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NV Lilbert-Fils Cramant Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru: Meyer lemon, pear, apple, racy acidity, buttermilk biscuit, chalky minerality; $50-$60

» Gaston Chiquet ‘Special Club’ vintage 2007: grace, green apple, peach, crusty French baguette; $65-$75 » Recaredo Cava Gran Reserva vintage 2008: almonds, apple and earth; $40 » Ricci Curbastro Franciacorta Extra Brut 2009: Exclusive to the Four Seasons Hotel-St. Louis; $125 on our list

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Winter FireWorks Festival saturday, December 26 kirkWooD City Hall

Festivities begin at 5pm Fireworks at 6:30pm Jeffrey Hall is a certified sommelier and the assistant bar manager at Cielo at the Four Seasons Hotel.

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quick bites] by suzanne corbett

[ beyond the hill ]

Pasta baron Rich LoRusso has set Feb. 1, 2016, for his annual Pasta Bowl benefit tasting that has raised nearly $60K for charity over the years. Tables and bowls are limited, so book soon. Meanwhile, look for Rich’s entry into Grand Center with the transformation of the former Dooley’s space into LoRusso’s On Grand, scheduled to open in time for dinner before the holiday shows at The Fox and Powell Hall.

[ family ties ]

KT Ayers has become the new executive chef at Schlafly Bottleworks in Maplewood. Following her father’s teachings, KT embraced the farm-to-fork locavore movement years before it was trendy. “I was in the kitchen a large part of my childhood, so the move to Schlafly was a natural fit for my background in local sourcing and menu development,” says the daughter of Andy Ayers, legendary restaurateur of the late Riddle’s Penultimate Café and owner of Eat Here.

[ fresh catch ]

After months of anticipation, 801 Fish has opened in Clayton across from its older sister, 801 Chophouse. Fish’s menu sports a raw bar featuring oysters, caviar and crab in addition to entrees billed as ‘prime seafood’ from Hawaii and beyond.

[ special suppers ]

Dine-in gingerbread houses have been constructed by the culinary teams at Ameristar and River City Casino & Hotel, and are standing ready for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Each location features different architectural elements, from stained glass candy windows to a working fireplace, and 100 percent of the donations benefit The Center for Hearing & Speech.

Santa can get his pasta fix at the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Butterfly House each weekend before Christmas during Supper with Santa. The special meal includes a pasta dinner, cookies and cocoa, plus the opportunity to take a night stroll through the Tropical Conservatory.

[ julbord ]

Forget the sofas and shelves; IKEA is bringing something more to St. Louis during its first holiday season here. Look for the Julbord, the Swedish traditional Christmas dinner, Dec. 11. The all-youcan-eat smorgasbord features almost two dozen Scandinavian specialties, including smoked salmon, meatballs, lingonberries and glogg.

According to Patricia Meumann, IKEA food manager, no one will leave hungry.

December 11–December 13

Let’s make the season merry and bright!

Join the Saint Louis Art Museum as we celebrate winter with a weekend of art making, live performances, and tasty seasonal treats!

Visit slam.org for the full list of festive activities.

Open Tuesday–Sunday, General Admission Always Free

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We have games every day for players of all levels, plus

Photo: Colin Miller of Strauss Peyton

Bridge with Bl♠nd

an additional

« Opening lead: ♥K « Cover the East/West hands and see if you can make the contract.

NORTH

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[ big games & scores ] Oct. 23

games

that are geared toward the novice & intermediate player. beginner bridge lessons Beginning February 5th for 8 weeks. $160 2:30 – 4:30 every Friday.

by kenneth bland

This month’s hand was played at the local dupe. Visions of extra tricks clouded some declarers’ judgment. They went down instead of making.

Both: Vul Dealer: South W N E « The bidding: S Pass 1 NT (forcing) Pass

1 ♠ Pass 4 ♠ Pass

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Marcee Silverstein/RiC Silverstein 71% Bridge Haven

nov. 9

Linda Mahoney/Lonnie Aronson 75.24% Maryland Heights

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Linda Leinicke/Dennis Spencer 72.26% Maryland Heights St. Louis Bridge Center

[ the play ] 1. West led the ♥ king, won by declarer in hand with the Ace. 2. Most declarers jumped at the chance to discard their ♥ losers on dummy’s ♦s.

3. At trick two, they crossed to the ♦ Queen and followed with the Ace, throwing one ♥.

4. Next the ♦ King. It was then East trumped with the ♠ Jack.

5. Declarer made the best play by throwing the last ♥, refraining from overruffing. (By

overruffing, he would have set up a trump loser for himself.)

6. East then played the King and Ace of ♣s, West the 8 and 4.

7. West was able to trump the third ♣ with the ♠ 10, defeating the contract.

What should have happened: 1. Declarer wins the ♥ Ace. 2. Declarer then plays the ♠s Ace and King, getting a 2:2 split in trumps.

3. The ♦ 7 is led to the Ace. 4. On the ♦ King and Queen, declarer throws two ♥s.

5. Declarer then forced out the ♣s Ace and King, and had his contract made plus one.

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Note: Had trumps divided 3:1, declarer must leave a trump outstanding and will make the hand unless the second diamond is trumped.

[ tip of the day ] Q| we always hear ‘get the kids off the street’; sometimes drawing trumps right away is a mistake. How do we know when the time is right?

A| Counting the tricks required to make your contract is the short answer; i.e., if trumps are to be used for

ruffing in the short hand, then drawing trumps must be postponed. Hence the rub—not drawing trumps can be dangerous if there is a possibility of having your winners trumped or being overruffed.

Do you have a good bridge tip? Email kennethmbland@yahoo.com

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[arts&entertainment] [ december ]

by ashley heuer

[ art ]

[ movies ]t&s saw it!

NOW-12/12 nancy newman rice

Trumbo

» I chose this movie because I really like Bryan

Duane Reed Gallery | Free duanereedgallery.com In a painting series entitled Reflection, Rice uses the illusion of incoming light and geometric architecture.

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12/6 Bruce Lowry: Glass Fusions Reception

Compônere Gallery of Art | 2 - 4 p.m. | Free | componere.com

NOW-12/27 Wyatt Kahn: Object Paintings

Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis | Free | camstl.org

NOW-1/2/2016 Elements of Abstraction

St. Louis Artists’ Guild Gallery | Free | stlouisartistsguild.org

[ HOLIDAYS ]

12/8 & 12/9 holidays on the hill concert Winter Opera St. Louis Dominic’s Restaurant | $85 | 7 p.m. winteroperastl.org Enjoy a night out with a four-course meal and performances by the talented Winter Opera artists.

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12/4 & 5, 12/11 & 12 Christmas Candlelight Tours

Cranston, and I left glad to know more about the McCarthy era. Cranston plays Dalton Trumbo, the top Hollywood screenwriter of the time, who believes in socialist ideology. That’s bad, since during the Cold War, no distinctions were made between believing in socialism and aiding the enemy, Russia, which is not what Trumbo was about. As depicted here, he was about the freedom to believe as he chooses and to verbalize those beliefs. The movie takes you through the pain Trumbo and other socialist ideologues in Hollywood suffered for more than two decades, while the ‘red scare’ had Americans in its grip. We see what they did to survive: some betrayed their friends, others compromised their art to put food on the table.

It’s fascinating to see how Trumbo’s talent triumphed over all, garnering him two Academy Awards for work he was forced to produce under assumed names.

Helen Mirren makes a devious and hateful Hedda Hopper, and John Goodman

Gazebo Park, Webster Groves | $40-$45 | 8 a.m. | go-webster.com

12/12 Stuff the Truck Toy Drive event

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12/3-12/9 Devil Boys From Beyond

Stray Dog Theatre Tower Grove Abbey | $25 | 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday straydogtheatre.com

12/4-12/6 Shadows and Light

Washington University Dance Theatre | Edison Theatre $10-$15 | edison.wustl.edu

12/11-12/13 The Little Dancer: Moved by the Masters Founders’ Theatre at COCA | $18 | cocastl.org

NOW on dvd

OPENING FRIDAY

Classic of the week

Krampus | Chi-Raq

Mosby Building Arts | 10 a.m.-2 pm. | mosbybuildingarts.com

The Fox Theatre $40-$200 | fabulousfox.com One of Broadway’s biggest blockbusters returns to St. Louis to tell the story of Elphie and Glinda from the land of Oz.

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Victor Frankenstein | The Good Dinosaur Creed | Legend

12/5 Santas on the Loose 5K Run

12/9-1/3/2016 wicked

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is surprisingly lovable as a tempermental B-film producer who tells the House Un-American Activities Committee to (expletive) itself. Unless you’re a history buff, you will be surprised to discover on which side of the blacklist controversy famous actors of the day fell, including John Wayne, Lucille Ball, Kirk Douglas, Eward G. Robinson and many others.

Should You See It? Yes. It’s fascinating, if a little bit of a slow starter. —D.W.

[ kids ]

12/4 frosty the snowman skate Shaw Park Ice Rink $3; free skate rental 6-10 p.m. | claytonmo.gov Celebrate the holiday season by spending an evening with Frosty the Snowman at Shaw Park Ice Rink.

Ricki and the Flash | Mississippi Grind Amy Christmas in Connecticut (1945) The Hi-Pointe Theatre | 10:30 a.m. Dec. 5

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12/5 wynonna & the big noise

Lumière Place Casino | $50-$80 | 8 p.m. | lumiereplace.com Five-time Grammy-winner Wynonna Judd performs her ‘80s hits, along with newly recorded solo ballads.

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12/4-12/6 Cirque Dream Holidaze

The Fox Theatre | $25-$75 fabulousfox.com

12/5-12/20 Supper with Santa

The Butterfly House | $15 members; $20 nonmembers 4:30-7 p.m. | Sundays | butterflyhouse.org

12/6 & 12/13 Breakfast with Santa

The Magic House | $15 members; $20 nonmembers magichouse.org

12/5 Eli Young Band

The Pageant | $22.50 | 8 p.m. | thepageant.com

12/6 Smokey Robinson & Mario Frangoulis: Voices for Veterans

Peabody Opera House | $49-$250 | 7 p.m. | peabodyoperahouse.com

12/8 Let’s Talk (and Sing) Bach Lecture

Missouri History Museum | Free | Noon | bachsociety.org

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proactive health] washington university Physicians

photo: Bill Barrett

cover story

by karyn meyer

Heart disease takes the life of one woman every minute in the United States. More than one-third of adults in this country are obese, resulting in billions of

dollars in estimated medical costs each year. These startling statistics could be changed if more adults understood the importance of preventive care.

Dr. Amy Loden, medical director of Washington University Complete Care, an internal medicine practice, stresses the importance of adults actively taking charge of their health and addressing risk factors before disease hits. “There are four internal medicine specialists in the practice and one board-certified family nurse practitioner,” Loden says. “We diagnose new problems, treat acute and chronic illness and specialize in the prevention of diseases in adults.”

Loden says by the age of 18, every adult should start seeing a doctor other than their childhood pediatrician. She highly recommends that the physician be an adult medicine specialist who focuses on preventive care. “Preventive care is the screening and early intervention of possible diseases that could impact future morbidity and mortality,” she says. “It’s not something everyone takes advantage of—but they should.”

She says patients of all ages can take preventive measures, and the earlier you can evaluate and prevent a problem, the better. “Take the national epidemic of obesity, for example. If we intervened in adolescence, we could help young adults understand the consequences of long-term obesity and what it would mean to their health,” Loden says.

“We want them to understand the value of proper nutrition and staying active to make changes that will help them lose weight and not develop high cholesterol, high blood

pressure, glucose abnormalities, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and even cancers later in life.”

Preventive care is a very individualized approach that depends on the age, gender and genetic history of the patient, Dr. Amy Loden Loden says. “Prevention can take many different faces,” she notes. The Complete Care clinic offers yearly wellness evaluations that stress numerous screenings and risk assessments, including the risk for conditions like heart disease, cancer and osteoporosis. “Adults should be evaluated every year,” Loden says. “This is not an annual exam; it’s an individualized wellness plan that involves sitting down and speaking with one of our doctors who understands adult health care. It includes a comprehensive physical, counseling, immunizations and screenings for symptom-free and disease-free individuals.” Every adult, every year, should be evaluated for risk of cancer, heart disease, bone disease and mood disorders, Loden says. “We are actively trying to decrease future health issues, morbidity, obesity and its related diseases, and the cost of health care nationally,” she says. “People need to see the value that’s being offered with preventive care rather than viewing it as another thing on their to-do list.

This country needs to be healthier. It’s all about intervening when a patient is 25 rather than waiting for serious issues like a heart attack to affect him at age 50.”

The physicians at Washington University Complete Care specialize in internal medicine and adult health, offering a comprehensive understanding of wellness, disease prevention and promotion of health. Pictured on the cover, from left: Dr. Amy Loden, nurse practitioner Brittney Tihen, Dr. Melvin Blanchard, Dr. Kirsten Brandt, Dr. Saba Beg. For more information, call 314.996.8103 or visit wuphysicians.wustl.edu/wucc.

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As we near the end of 2015, we can’t help but look ahead to the new year and plan a few positive changes. Who doesn’t want to look better, feel better, perform better? That’s what ‘new beginnings’ are all about! december 2, 2015 | townandstyle.com

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better lifestyle New Lease on Life or Old Diet?

“It sounds like an elimination diet,” says James R. Neuwirth, a chiropractic physician with St. Louis Center for Functional Medicine.

“Various forms of that have been around for quite a while. For many people, it is a costeffective way to get healthier, because the process of elimination takes out a lot of foods that are the most common allergens,” he says.

The Whole30 was released as a book described by its authors as an “original nutritional program designed to change your life in 30 days. Think of it as a short-term nutritional reset, designed to help you put an end to unhealthy cravings and habits, restore a healthy metabolism, heal your digestive tract, and balance your immune system.”

So it’s not exactly a diet, in the ‘lose weight’ sense of the word. But rather a new way of eating that, in theory, will make you feel, function and look better by eliminating things like wheat, sugar and other inflammatories.

The symptoms it professes to improve include low energy, aches and pains, difficulty with losing weight, skin issues, digestive ailments, seasonal allergies and fertility issues.

So how do you know if (and how) these foods are affecting you? Strip them from your diet completely for 30 days and see how you feel.

It’s a hot topic in magazines and on talk shows, but what is it and is it right for you? We’re talking about The Whole30.

How Much is Too Much?

“The Whole30 program does have some good qualities in that it says you should eliminate added sugars and things that are artificial,” concedes Kari Hartel, a registered dietitian and coordinator of the Cooking Matters program for Operation Food Search. “But it also eliminates a lot of foods that are healthy.

They say you should not eat grains of any kind or any legumes—things like beans, peas, lentils and peanuts. It says don’t eat dairy, which we know has a lot of really good things, including calcium, vitamin D and protein. I think a healthy diet should include all foods.”

Neuwirth has some reservations too. “I haven’t seen any long-term research that evaluates what happens during and after,” he says. While Neuwirth believes the program’s food group eliminations could help followers identify disagreeable foods, he says it may eliminate too much. He points to eggs as an example. “To me, eggs have a very exceptional nutrient profile,” he says.

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Whole30 could benefit people whose bodies have decided that certain things don’t sit well, he says. “If at some point you began to develop immune reactions against a particular food, and you adhere to staying away from it for 30 days, it would let the lining of your gastrointestinal tract heal,” he explains.

The Long View

“Most of these fad diets are temporary and very restrictive,” says Hartel. “I would instead recommend small, incremental changes like cutting back on soda, going to low-fat cheeses, and including more fruits and vegetables and whole grains,” she says. “Research has shown that when people restrict certain foods, they tend to crave those foods more.”

Health is a complex issue, Neuwirth points out. “It is too easy just to implicate diet. Some people have big lifestyle issues with working too much and stress levels that are through the roof. You need to be evaluated individually.

There is no magic diet and never will be.”

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better vision What could be better than shedding the glasses and contacts when you’re looking for a new start in the new year? It can simplify so many of the things you enjoy in life: reading, hobbies, and just plain seeing your loved ones clearer, without the inconvenience of vision aids.

Lasik-Plus

Recent advances have improved the laser correction of distance vision and offered a workable correction of close vision, so you can even toss the readers. Excimer lasers, which produce ultraviolet light beams, are used during Lasik surgery, which was approved in the U.S. in 1999.

“There are always incremental improvements,” says Dr. Stephen A. Wexler of TLC Laser Eye Center, who uses a newer version of the laser system. “The previous system gave very good results, but the new system is faster. Patients don’t have to lie on the table as long, and it is easier for them to maintain their concentration. It also has options that give us better odds of getting 20/20 results.”

Lasik improves vision for people who have myopia (nearsightedness), mild hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism (blurred vision), Wexler says. “For a patient who is pretty nearsighted, the old laser treatment would take about 40 seconds. It takes 15 seconds now,” he explains. “Typically the next day you will wake up and your vision will be good enough to drive a car without glasses.”

Most patients are satisfied with their results, he adds. “About 1.5 times out of 100 a patient

will want to come back for a touch-up surgery.”

The cost of bladeless Lasik is $1,900 to $2,500. “There are providers offering Lasik for less, but they use an older method with a mechanical instrument,” Wexler says. How about people who need reading glasses?

“There is a common misconception that Lasik can fix the need for reading glasses,” Wexler notes. “The laser cannot treat that.”

Ditch the Readers

A new device, the Kamra Inlay, was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in April for treatment of presbyopia, the loss of the eye’s ability to change focus. Presbyopia, like so many maladies of aging, can result from stiffening tissues, in this case the eyes’ lenses.

“The Kamra is the first of this class of corneal inlays,” says Dr. Jay Pepose of Pepose Vision Institute. “It functions like the aperture of a camera. If you make your pupil small, you create more depth of focus by blocking the unfocused peripheral rays of light.” The inlay, thinner and smaller than a contact lens, has a black outer ring with a small clear opening in the center. “It increases near vision without degrading distance vision,” Pepose explains.

If Lasik was utilized to correct close vision in one eye, that eye would no longer

see distant objects clearly, producing what is called monovision. One eye could be used for distance and the other for close-ups. “That requires the brain to suppress whichever image is out of focus,” Pepose says.

Because light from distant objects still passes through the inlay, Kamra maintains better depth perception and good contrast, Pepose says. The Kamra Inlay, which costs $5,000 to $6,000, has improved vision to the point that the average patient can read newsprint-sized type, he says. After a small opening is made with a femtosecond laser, the inlay is placed in the patient’s nondominant eye in a 10- to 15-minute procedure. “One eye is enough to provide near vision,” Pepose notes.

The brain adapts to a new way of seeing, he notes. “We have noticed that patients have better near vision at a month and even better vision at three months.”

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better pain management

Ideally, no amount of pain is acceptable. Realistically, we may have to live with a little every now and then—headaches, arthritis and other ailments—depending on age. A good goal for 2016 is to find the best ways to handle discomfort.

Ouch!

As Inevitable As Taxes

“Chronic pain is just due to the human condition,” says Dr. Kaylea Boutwell of Pain and Rehabilitation Specialists of Saint Louis.

Aches and pains come and go, but when they don’t go, quality-of-life takes a beating. “Chronic pain is pain that lasts greater than three to six months,” Boutwell explains.

“It doesn’t necessarily need to be after an injury. It can be the result of wear and tear or degeneration of tissues.”

Personal choices can be the first line of defense in handling pain, Boutwell says. “Certain foods generate high volumes of inflammation in the body: concentrated sugars like high-fructose corn syrup, soy, wheat, dairy, corn, peanuts, eggs and sugar substitutes,” she explains.

Losing weight to reduce pressure on the joints is another obvious step to reduce pain. “People dramatically underestimate the positive impact of stretching regularly, as well as of light weight strengthening exercises,” Boutwell adds.

For modest pain, she suggests over-the-counter antiinflammatories such as ibuprofen, Motrin, Aleve and naproxen. “They do, however, really need to be limited,” she says. “We are learning that exposure to those medications increases risks of bleeding, gastrointestinal and kidney disease, and increased risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke.”

Headachesareacommonsourceofpain—reallycommon.

“Statistics show that 95 percent of the U.S. population will have a tension headache at some point in their lives,” says Dr. Timothy R. Smith of Mercy Clinic Headache Center.

“These are mild-pressure headaches. Some people have them weekly or periodically when they are sleep deprived, when they have been working too much or are stressed out.

They can have muscle tightness and tension in their neck and shoulders,” he says. “Aspirin and Tylenol have been shown in clinical studies to be effective for tension headache. But if you use them more than two days a week with regularity, you put yourself at risk for rebound headaches.”

Persistent headaches, however, may be cause to consult your physician or a specialist, particularly if they are migraines, “the most concerning and problematic headaches,” according to Smith. “These behave differently: they are a brain phenomenon,” he explains. “People probably are born with susceptibility for migraines, then trigger events bring them on.” Triggers include stress, hormone changes, weather, bright lights, noxious smells or specific foods.

“There is a sensitivity in the brain,” Smith adds.

“When it receives overstimulation through one of these mechanisms, the sensitivity causes inflammatory chemicals to be released into the space around the blood

vessels. The blood vessels dilate, causing a throbbing headache that makes people feel sick, nauseated and even vomit.

They can have light and noise sensitivity and sometimes vision disturbances.”

Again, basic self-care might alleviate the suffering, Smith says. “Make sure you eat healthy foods, try to get adequate sleep, stay hydrated and follow a good exercise regimen. Try to manage the stress in your life as much as you can.”

Analgesic or anti-inflammatory medications from the pharmacy may provide relief, Smith says. “If you are having two headache days a week or more and over-the-counter medications are not successful in reducing pain and discomfort, check with your doctor. We coach people on how to have a better ‘headache lifestyle.’”

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[ the routine ]

I average 15 miles of running and 50 miles of cycling a week, usually ending with a long ride on Fridays. I end my runs with a gravity workout, which includes sit-ups, pull-ups and dips. I fit in at least one brick (running and cycling back-to-back) a week and lift weights three times a week. When it’s warm, I love swimming for about 30 minutes twice a week. I also get in a little extra workout by walking my two dogs a couple of miles twice a day.

Scott Williams loves a good adventure. Whether it’s exploring new cultures (he’s traveled to all seven continents and more than 80 countries) or pushing to better his time every year in the Tour de Kirkwood triathlon, he’s up for a challenge. Shortly after celebrating his 37th birthday, he successfully accomplished his latest goal: conquering Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, one of the seven summits and the world’s highest freestanding mountain.

If you know Williams, it’s no surprise that hiking Kilimanjaro always has been a dream of his. He enjoys any physical activity that gets him outside and working hard.

“I’ve always been really active,” he says. He played sports through college, and says trail running and hiking are easily two of his favorite activities. “I had a job after I graduated that allowed me to hike throughout Europe and South America, and I used to hike in Utah, Wyoming and Colorado, where I climbed a 14,000-foot peak. But until Kili, it had been about four years since I’d done anything major.”

Williams attributes his deep sense of adventure partly to Gig Gwin, founder of Gwin’s Travel in Kirkwood and the father of a close childhood friend, who has served as a mentor of sorts. “I remember him telling me stories 15 years ago about when he climbed Kilimanjaro, and ever since then, I’ve wanted to do it,” Williams says. Since St. Louis is at sea level, he couldn’t do any specific training to prepare for the 19,341-foot elevation, but he bumped up his cardio workout each week. “Aside from my 20-yearold hiking boots falling apart on the first day, I felt great physically! My goal was to take it slow and steady from the beginning, which really helped me on summit day,” he says.

The five-day hike took the group through all four climatic zones: rainforest, low alpine (moorlands), high alpine (desert) and glacial. “My favorite part of the hike was summit day,” Williams recalls. He was the first in his group to reach the highest point, Uhuru Peak, which is another two-hour climb from the top. “You start out hiking

williams with his guides

around midnight so you get to the summit before sunrise,” he says. “When you look down, you can see the lights of cities in both Kenya and Tanzania. Reaching the peak was amazing; it was a spiritual experience really. Everywhere you look are unbelievable views, and you feel good knowing you just accomplished this incredible feat.”

The trek down was a little more challenging, when Williams felt the effects of AMS (acute mountain sickness). “You realize you’ve been hiking nine hours and are completely dehydrated,” he says. “I was ready to get down!” When asked if there are any other summits in his future, Williams says while Everest is another dream of his, it probably will remain just that. “I’m looking forward to my next adventure, which will be getting married. My fiancee and I love hiking Castlewood, and I can’t wait to take the kids with us soon. That will probably be my most enjoyable hike yet!”

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[parent trap Taming the Homework Monster by dr. tim jordan I’ve got tips for parents

on how to help their kids relieve stress surrounding homework, especially teenagers. And there is good data to back up my suggestions.

First, encourage them to do one thing at a time, i.e. stop multitasking. Many teens do homework with several screens running simultaneously: a laptop to type their paper, a social network screen to keep up-to-date with what’s going on among their friends, a phone to receive texts and Instagram messages, a TV to watch Netflix, etc. This tech overload creates continuous distractions from their attention to homework.

Research has shown that when we switch off our primary task to attend to interruptions, it can take another 10 to 20 times the length of the interruption to refocus our full attention. And if other tasks get lumped into the break, recovery time is even longer. Researchers at the University of Michigan found that productivity dropped by as much as 40 percent when subjects tried to do two or more things at once.

Jumping around among tasks exacts other costs, too—mistakes and burnout. Unnecessary interruptions plus the time it takes to get back to the task consume an average of 28 percent of the knowledge worker’s day, according to 2006 surveys done by Basex. This doesn’t bode well for accomplishing homework.

I encourage kids to do their homework on computers with no Internet access and to leave their cell phones out of sight.

They could take breaks every hour to relax and catch up, if necessary. And this way, I bet they’d get more done, it would be of higher quality, and completed in less time.

That leads me to my next suggestion: help teens get adequate sleep. Using the above ideas should help them get schoolwork done earlier, which is a start. But lack of sleep has disturbing consequences, including a negative impact on attention, memory and school performance. It’s a vicious cycle of inadequate sleep causing poor attention and functioning, which causes homework to take longer, again delaying bedtime, etc.

Work with your teen to figure out a healthy evening routine that involves homework, screen time, relaxation, family time, and whatever wind-down techniques and time they need to doze off to ensure ample sleep. It may be a hard sell to convince them to give up some of their screen time, but you will be surprised to see that adolescents begin to enjoy a respite from their gadgets once they’ve experienced it.

Homework should be a child’s responsibility, not that of their parents. But kids may need some guidance to give them the tools to be more efficient and effective. Then Mom and Dad can slowly extricate themselves from the job of motivating and micromanaging the homework monster. And by the way, adults could benefit from the same prescription for more sleep and mindfulness, so why not learn these life skills together?

Tim Jordan, M.D., is a Behavioral Pediatrician who specializes in counseling girls ages 6 through college.

For more information, visit drtimjordan.com.

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[homework: t i d e r c a extr

Dear Homework,

BEFORE

I like your column—you always suggest great ideas. We are getting ready to repaint our house. It is currently all white with slate-colored shutters. We are trying to decide if we should paint it a new color. My thought was maybe a cool dark gray/slate house with black shutters and white trim. Other options include keeping it all white but making the door and shutters black, or doing a Southern Living sage/tan color with black shutters and white trim. We really aren’t sure what the house style lends itself to.

Any thoughts you have would be appreciated.

Sincerely,

Dear Color Confused,

—Color Confused

Color can have a tremendous impact on the look and feel of a home. I show three different schemes, all of them united by leaving the existing white trim color alone. They are not exactly the colors you suggested, but it gives you somewhere to begin, and allows me to make some points of general interest to our readers.

SCHEME 1 By painting the shutters a bright dark green and the front door fire engine red, you lift the feel of the home. It goes from being rather drab to lively, and you have to paint almost nothing. This is a good option if all the paint was in decent shape, but you want to make a noticeable impact.

red door paint green shutters white trim

SCHEME 2 This version paints all the siding a dark charcoal gray. This might seem like a rather sinister idea, but with the white trim, it feels crisp and sophisticated. The black shutters and red front door add depth. I also could have seen the front door in yellow with this exterior color.

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SCHEME 3 Here’s a color to brighten your day. The siding is a sunny yellow, and it almost seems like a different house than the first two. The shutters are (somewhat unusually) painted white, and the front door black. It almost looks like something you would see in a Scandinavian country.

I think all three schemes look great, so there is really no right or wrong answer.

Thanks for asking —Homework

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245 N. Price road | Ladue | $999,000 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262 19-year-old 4BR/4BA/3,900+SF home on private .7-acre lot. Open floor plan, main level master, separate office, gorgeous backyard and more!

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4 BreNtmoor Park cLayton | $2,990,000 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262

35 BreNtmoor Park cLayton | $2,229,000 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262

Gorgeous Georgian-style home on 1.5+ acres.

Impeccably manicured lawn, plus pool, carriage house, greenhouse and much more!.

Architectural masterpiece, grand staircase, updated kitchen and baths. Pool, carriage house and three-car garage.

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61 BriarcLiFF | Ladue | $1,089,000 hoLLy BRy | 314.276.7727 Beautiful two-story home on the corner lot boasting neutral décor. Updated kitchen, finished lower level, pool. Landscaped yard. 5 BR/4 full, 2 half BA.

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8 Lisa drive | oLivette | $799,000 eLizaBeth aston | 314.807.9778 saLLy GoLdkamp | 314.479.9396

Gorgeous 3,900+ SF home. Ladue schools.

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

Spacious 4BR/4.5BA home in Ladue schools.

Finished LL with workout room, wine cellar, outdoor living, plus resort-style pool.

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26 southmoor | cLayton | $989,000 hoLLy BRy | 314.276.7727 ann WRoth | 314.440.0212 A rare opportunity to purchase a stately 2.5-story home on a sought-after Clayton street. Architectural details throughout and large yard with pool. 6 BR/4.5 BA

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622 Forest court, #1c cLayton | $639,000 ann WRoth | 314.440.0212 GRace ButLeR | 314.440.6800

15 GLeN creek | Ladue | $499,900 hoLLy BRy | 314.276.7727

Luxury 2BR/2BA first floor condo. Expansive private terrace perfect for entertaining.

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3BR/2BA/1,466SF condo. Updated kitchen and baths within walking distance to Clayton.

Beautifully refinished 1 BR/1 BA condo. Walkin closets, western views, covered parking.

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7 treeBrook LaNe | Ladue | $499,000 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262

11 BoN aire | Ladue | $488,000 Rex schWeRdt | 314.800.4755

Charming 3BR/2.5BA home on sought-after Ladue cul-de-sac with beautiful patio/yard and attached 3-car garage.

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by stephanie zeilenga | photos by suzy gorman

With its clean lines and modern feel, Beth and Bob Taylor’s home is atypical for the Ladue area. The couple, who moved into the contemporary space a little more than two years ago, have embraced its design with midcentury furnishings and bold artwork.

T&S | What attracted you to this home?

Beth Taylor | Before moving to St. Louis, we lived in a Colonial-style home in upstate New York. We decided we wanted something different here, so we got in touch with Ted Wight. We knew he specialized in midcentury modern and could help us find what we were looking for. Other modern homes we looked at were more isolated, unlike this home, which was built in 2005 in a traditional neighborhood. It was important to us to have neighbors, since I don’t work. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed getting to know people. Not being St. Louisans and not having family here, it was so nice to feel welcomed.

T&S | You’ve got a lot of interesting artwork. Do you collect it?

Bt | We do, and we’ve tried to incorporate Midwestern or local artists. We’ve picked up pieces from the St. Louis Art Fair in Clayton and Art on the Square in Belleville. Part of the appeal of collecting art is getting out and about to see things, and we go wherever it sounds fun. The previous owners also were art collectors—that’s why they made the walls so large and white. It’s quite minimalist. We decided to keep the walls white and add color through the furniture and art.

T&S | Do you have a favorite piece?

Bt | Although it’s not local, one of my favorites is of a scene from San Francisco that’s hanging in the living room above the fireplace. We found it in Carmel, California. Next to that are three pieces by local artist Alicia LaChance.

T&S | Tell me about the art hanging above the stairwell, the multicolored tubes.

Bt | Those were acquired by the previous owners, who were so kind to leave them for us. They’re by Myra Burg, a southern California fiber artist, who came to St. Louis to personalize the piece. It’s odd to have someone else’s art, but it goes so well in the space. december 2, 2015 | townandstyle.com

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T&S | I love the modern look of the home. What was it like decorating and furnishing it?

Bt | The previous owners had gone very modern, but I wanted the home to feel a little softer with more curvy shapes and texture. As we acquired furniture of our own instead of hand-medowns, we bought Scandinavian pieces, which work well in the home. We also acquired a fair amount of modern furniture from my parents when they downsized, as well as original midcentury pieces from my grandparents, including a Noguchi coffee table and Nelson coconut chair.

T&S | What’s your favorite room?

Bt | The upstairs living room. Every room is light and bright, but this one in particular has a lot of natural light. It’s spacious, and we have a lot of art in that room, as well. I love the barrel ceiling, which is made of Douglas fir—it’s so unique and it’s a big conversation piece for visitors.

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CLARKSON VALLEY $659,000 8 Forest Club Drive

CWE $359,000 4540 Laclede Avenue, Unit 207

NEW PRICE CWE $1,695,000 48 Portland Place

UNIVERSITY CITY $328,000 7457 Cornell Avenue

OPEN 12/6, 1-3 PM NEW LISTING LADUE $549,000 4 Foxboro Road

NEW LISTING BALLWIN $229,900 706 Ridgeview Circle Lane

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NEW LISTINGS 30 BELLERIVE COUNTRY CLUB, Town & Country. Magnificent 2-story brick traditional Colonial on 1.7 acres in sought-after Bellerive CC Grounds. Gunite surfaced pool. $1,795,000

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4 FOXBORO ROAD, Ladue. A charming, updated traditional brick Colonial in sought after Ladue lane offering 3+ bedrooms and 3.5 baths. $549,000.

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2192 WHITE LANE, Chesterfield. $829,000.

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4 FOXBORO ROAD, Ladue. $549,000.

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8025 MARYLAND AVENUE, UNIT 4I, Clayton.

LuxuryCollection 5 BARCLAY WOODS DRIVE, Ladue.

$3,950,000

2 FORDYCE LANE, Ladue.

$2,650,000

BLUFFS OF ST. ALBANS, St. Albans.

$2,439,500

1041 LAY ROAD, Ladue.

$1,965,000

6 APPLE TREE LANE, Ladue.

$1,799,000

16 FORDYCE LANE, Ladue.

$1,750,000

48 PORTLAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,695,000

2 LOG CABIN DRIVE, Ladue.

$1,695,000

5105 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE.

$1,595,000

215 SOUTH WARSON ROAD, Ladue.

$1,495,000

9048 CLAYTON, TBB. Richmond Heights.

$1,300,000

14790 SUGARWOOD TRAIL, Chesterfield.

$1,249,000

8921 MOYDALGAN ROAD, Ladue.

$1,199,000

1516 SHEPARD ROAD, Wildwood.

$875,000

420 E. MADISON AVENUE, Kirkwood.

$489,000

28 VOUGA LANE, Frontenac.

$850,000

1616 DEARBORN, Warson Woods.

$449,000

8160 WHITBURN DRIVE, Clayton.

$850,000

2477 INDIAN TREE CIRCLE, Wildwood.

$439,900

108 CLUB CREEK COURT, St. Albans.

$850,000

1071 KEYSTONE TRAIL, Wildwood.

$425,000

369 MERLOT LANE, St. Albans.

$849,000

11928 CONWAY ROAD, Westwood.

$389,999

28 PICARDY LANE, Ladue.

$845,000

7457 CORNELL AVENUE, University City.

$328,000

2192 WHITE LANE, Chesterfield.

$829,000

7512 BALSON AVENUE, University City.

$317,500

345 MERLOT LANE, St. Albans.

$819,000

1171 OSAGE RIDGE ROAD, Augusta.

$300,000

11 HACIENDA, Ladue.

$810,900

1600 PRATHER AVENUE, St. Louis.

$299,000

7527 TEASDALE AVENUE, University City.

$289,000

8700 WHITE AVENUE, Brentwood.

$268,500

3170 CANAL STREET, St. Charles.

$212,000

RESIDENTIAL HOMES 9 WILLOW HILL, Ladue.

$749,000

65 SOUTH LACLEDE STATION, Webster Groves. $169,900

719 FORBY ROAD, Eureka.

$730,000

4641 KELLYKRIS DRIVE, St. Charles.

$169,875

694 ST. ALBANS SPRING ROAD, St. Albans.

$714,900

228 MORGAN STREET, St. Charles.

$144,875

8 FOREST CLUB DRIVE, Clarkson Valley.

$659,000 $525,000

9052 CLAYTON, TBB. Richmond Heights.

$1,100,000

729 HIGHWAY H, Troy.

$1,095,000

750 SOUTH PRICE ROAD, Ladue.

$1,089,000

67 CRESTWOOD DRIVE, Clayton.

$995,000

13518 FEATHERSTONE, Town & Country.

6459 WYDOWN BOULEVARD, Clayton.

$979,000

4601 MCPHERSON AVENUE, CWE.

$519,000

135 NORTH HANLEY ROAD, Clayton.

$969,000

16407 KEEGAN BLUFF COURT, Chesterfield.

$519,000

800 S. HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 4E, Clayton.

13517 WESTON PARK, Town & Country.

$940,000

10128 INGLESIDE DRIVE, Ladue.

$509,000

710 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, 18C, Clayton.

$647,500

432 S. MCKNIGHT ROAD, Ladue.

$895,000

12674 CONWAY ROAD, Creve Coeur.

$499,000

798 BORDEAUX CIRCLE, St. Albans.

$450,000

21 BERKLEY LANE, Ladue.

$879,000

545 GASCONY WAY, Warson Woods.

$498,500

14410 OPEN MEADOW COURT WEST, Chesterfield. $409,000

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$395,000

4540 LACLEDE AVEUNE, UNIT 207, CWE.

$359,000

710 S. HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 10D, Clayton.

$349,500

7654 WYDOWN BOULEVARD, UNIT 1A, Clayton. $324,900 6 MONARCH TRACE, UNIT 206, Chesterfield.

$195,000

1136 WASHINGTON, UNIT 210, St. Louis.

$175,000

318 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 2S, Clayton.

$167,500

827 WESTWOOD DRIVE, UNIT 2E, Clayton.

$158,500

11920 AUTUMN LAKES DRIVE, Maryland Heights. $139,900

LOTS/ACREAGE/FARMS 1055 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$2,125,000

1 LITTLE LANE, Ladue.

$750,000

317 WARDENBURG FARMS, Wildwood.

$575,000

1133 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$348,900

1138 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

$348,900

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CHARMING STONE HOME IN LADUE WILL CAPTIVATE WITH EVERY LOOK Updated kitchen with granite counters & gas stove opens to the family room with fireplace. Main floor master with luxurious bath plus finished lower level with walkout to pool.

16 Roan Lane, Ladue

AN ELEGANT GEM NESTLED ON THREE ACRES IN THE HEART OF LADUE Built by Higginbotham Brothers, with approximately 8,400 sq ft, this one story home imbues style & elegance at every turn. Evident throughout the home is the conscious balance between sophistication & convenience.

New Listing 21 Somerset Downs, Ladue

$3,200,000

$875,000

HISTORIC HUNTING LODGE OF PROMINENT FAMILY REVISED WITH TASTE & STYLE Built in 1918 by the Busch family, this significant home includes updates to its kitchen & baths. Spacious, unique & well situated. Multiple decks overlook woods offering privacy.

New Listing 9425 Workbench Drive, Sunset Hills

$420,000

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A CO-OP WITH WONDERFUL VIEWS OF FOREST PARK The open floor plan features living, dining & sitting rooms ideal for entertaining. The updated kitchen has wood cabinets, breakfast bar, granite counters & plenty of storage.

801 South Skinker #6B, Across from Forest Park

A TRUE OUTDOOR DELIGHT WITH THIS STUNNING LOG HOME PERCHED ON 63 ACRES The 2,400 sq ft home is rustic & charming with warm wood floors, walls & ceilings. The dramatic great room has floor-to-ceiling windows & river rock stone wall with fireplace. Authentic details, open floor plan & more.

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real estate

a look back at 2015 by karyn meyer

Town&Style crunched the real estate numbers to see how the market fared this year. We compared the 2014 and 2015 sales statistics of single-family homes and condos* (through Nov. 15, 2015) in 17 zip codes.** The results were good news all around: In 2015, the average sale price increased by nearly $30,000, and although it’s a small jump, about 150 additional residential units were sold. On average, homes and condos combined spent about two fewer weeks on the market compared to 2014. Below, we take a closer look at the rate of change to see how our communities grew in 2015.

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5,513

Total Condos Sold

Chesterfield Clayton Central West End/City

2014 2015 Rate of change 248 24 -90.32% 170 190 11.76% 153 150 - 2%

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2014 2015 Rate of change Chesterfield $295,318 $408,400 38.29% Clayton $413,333 $411,597 -0.42% Central West End/City $173,111 $279,781 61.62%

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51.59

average Condo days on market

Chesterfield Clayton Central West End/City

2014 69 84 84

2015 Rate of change 41 -40.58% 68.5 -18.45% 46 -45.24%

Chesterfield (Valley) Ballwin Chesterfield Manchester Wildwood/Grover Clayton Central West End Richmond Heights Webster Groves Kirkwood Ladue University City Des Peres/Frontenac/T&C Olivette Creve Coeur Brentwood

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-16.18%

-21.99%

-17.65% -14.74%

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-23.57% -6.85%

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60

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100

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$167,775,030

$105,221,

260 ,086

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$185

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$155

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2 55 27, 1,6 $10 59 32,2 $41,8 33,627 $37,0

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18608 Ro Bridge Court $2,199,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 7 (5,2) SP%LP: 100% Agents: Melinda McCarthy & Ann K Carter, Janet McAfee Inc.

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27 Meadowbrook Country Club $1,310,709 Beds: 4 | Baths: 5 (4,1) Aproximate sqft: 3,786 Pr/SqFt: $346.20 SP%LP: 184.89% Agent: Colleen Lawler, Coldwell Banker Gundaker­ Chesterfield West

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1255 Devonworth Drive $1,800,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 7 (5,2) Approximate sqft: 5,912 Pr/SqFt: $304.47 SP%LP: 94.74% Agent: Dawn Krause, Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield

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928 Saint Paul Road $2,300,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 8 (8,0) Approximate sqft: 4,700 Pr/SqFt: $489.36 SP%LP: 88.46% Agent: Robert Jackson, RE/MAX Suburban

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Average % of List Price: Overall, area sellers received, on average, % of their list price.

87

Which community costs the most per SqF? Ladue>> $

284

Where did sellers get closest to their list price? Central West End >>

98.4%

Average Price per SqF: The overall average>> $

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1117 Shepard Oaks Drive $1,625,000 Beds: 4 | Baths: 6 (4,2) Approximate sqft: 4,899 Pr/SqFt: $331.70 SP%LP: 92.86% Agent: Colleen Lawler, Coldwell Banker Gundaker­ Chesterfield West

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417 W. Swon Ave. $1,300,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 5 (4,1) Approximate sqft: 4,498 Pr/SqFt: $289.02 SP%LP: 100.01% Agent: Frances Berger, Laura McCarthy­Clayton

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5 Kings Pond Road $1,300,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 7 (5,2) Approximate sqft: 7,581 Pr/SqFt: $171.48 SP%LP: 87.25% Agents: Kathleen Birchfield & Lisa Nelson, Laura McCarthy­Town & Country

63124

9746 Litzsinger Road $5,000,000 Beds: 4 | Baths: 9 (5,4) SP%LP: 86.96% Agent: Susan Holden, Janet McAfee Inc.

63130

7370 Westmoreland Drive $1,325,000 Beds: 4 | Baths: 5 (4,1) Approximate sqft: 4,735 Pr/SqFt: $279.83 SP%LP: 100% Agents: Tari Brown & Teresa Tessner, RE/MAX Results

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12921 Timmor Court $2,485,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 8 (6,2) SP%LP: 95.58% Agents: Sam Hall & JP Warner, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty

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150 N. Central Ave. $2,499,000 Beds: 3 | Baths: 5 (4,1) Approximate sqft: 4,936 Pr/SqFt: $506.28 SP%LP: 100% Agents: Lynnsie Kantor & Thomas Burfield, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate

9 High Acres Drive $1,050,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 6 (5,1) Approximate sqft: 4,921 Pr/SqFt: $213.37 SP%LP: 95.54% Agent: Julie Lane, Janet McAfee Inc.

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20 Portland Place $1,790,000 Beds: 4 | Baths: 5 (4,1) Approximate sqft: 7,210 Pr/SqFt: $248.2 SP%LP: 89.50% Agent: Wayne Norwood, Gladys Manion Inc.

13398 Conway Road $2,500,000 Beds: 4 | Baths: 7 (5,2) Approximate sqft: 6,420 Pr/SqFt: $389.41 SP%LP: 64.18% Agents: John Ryan, Coldwell Banker Gundaker­ Ladue

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1112 Center Drive $1,575,000 Beds: 5 | Baths: 6 (5,1) Approximate sqft: 5,453 Pr/SqFt: $288.83 SP%LP: 96.92% Agent: Elaine Medve, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty

6 Yorkshire Lane $715,510 Beds: 5 | Baths: 5 (4,1) Approximate sqft: 2,765 Pr/SqFt: $258.77 SP%LP: 111.82% Agent: Mark Manlin, Heritage Brokerage LLC december 2, 2015 | townandstyle.com

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[ agent profiles Gina Bundy

Wayne Norwood & Ben Patton

As a top agent at Gladys Manion, Gina Bundy achieves outstanding results by putting clients first. Specializing in the luxury home market, Gina holds an average sales price of more than $1 million.

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Wayne Norwood and Ben Patton specialize in home sales along St. Louisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; central corridor. They are entrenched as leaders in the luxury tier, with sales in excess of $150 million, and they deliver the highest average sales pricing in the market.

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Allie Rossini & Allison Schneider

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My expertise and primary focus is in the central corridor, but it also expands throughout the greater metropolitan area. I work with clients in all different stages of their lives, from first-time home buyers to empty nesters looking to downsize and everything in between.

8227 Maryland Ave. 314.479.9396 | 314.721.4755 gladysmanion.com

We are the Number One Coldwell Banker affiliate in State of Missouri for the past 6 years.

We have sold nearly $20 million in real estate in the central corridor this year. We are great listeners and negotiators who do not let our emotions get in the way of closing transactions; clients consistently recommend us to friends and family!

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Margie Kubik

Stephanie Connell

Being in real estate for 17 years and a St. Louis native, I have extensive knowledge of the market in a variety of areas. Sellers and buyers have the additional benefit of my marketing and accounting background.

8227 Maryland Ave. 314.954.2513 | 314.721.4755 gladysmanion.com

Stephanie has specialized in exclusive residential real estate since 2002, with $100 million sold. She handles every phase of the buying and selling process personally, and her main focus is luxury homes/condos priced from $500,000 to $2.5 million.

8227 Maryland Ave. 314.265.4739 | 314.721.4755 stephanieconnellstlhomes.com gladysmanion.com

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Elizabeth Aston

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Elizabeth Aston joined Gladys Manion with five years experience in property management and a degree in communications and marketing. She has accomplished more than $3 million in sales in Clayton, Brentwood and Kirkwood her first year.

8227 Maryland Ave. 314.907.9778 | 314.721.4755 gladysmanion.com

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Joan Schnoebelen & Megan Rowe

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Active in all areas of the central corridor for 35-plus years, our business is predominantly built upon multiple generations who consider us their family and neighborhood realtors. We lovingly give gold standard service to all our customers in any area they wish to live.

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Katie McLaughlin & Sue McLaughlin

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As a mother/daughter team, we have worked together professionally for more than 15 years. We bring high energy, experience and perspectives from two different generations.

We energize and trust each other, which translates into our client relationships as well.

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Kim Carney

the carney team, coldwell banker premier group

I have been selling real estate for 13 years with a focus on the high-end market. My client-centered approach and unique marketing plan set me apart from other top agents.

314.422.7449 thecarneyteam.com

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I work with buyers and sellers of fine properties in the Clayton/Ladue area and vacation properties at Innsbrook Resort. Using my MBA background and experience, my specialty is marketing each home’s beautiful surroundings.

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Working collaboratively, we are more than top-selling real estate agents; we are your dedicated advisers. We give your home the most market exposure possible when you’re selling and provide professional advice and first opportunities at new listings to our buyers.

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Brenda Fisher & Gillian Noero

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We are very familiar with the real estate buying and selling processes and know how to ensure clients have a rewarding, profitable experience.

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I coach, educate and protect my clients throughout the home buying and selling process, covering the counties of St. Louis and St. Louis City, Franklin and Jefferson.

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dielmann sotheby’s international realty

I earned a Senior Real Estate Specialist certification to help address the needs of the aging members of our community. I also have certifications in corporate and military relocation.

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