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[ LETTER FROM THE EDITOR ] Today’s issue features a story on Sintra, a scenic town just outside Lisbon. It’s one of those places that astounds you with its Old World charm, so different from our much younger and more frenetic country. When you travel, it’s just natural to draw comparisons. Like when I went to Italy a few weeks ago and noticed the things hotel rooms there never provide (clocks) and what they always provide (bidets)—go figure. And restaurants there have bathrooms, of course, but toilet seats? Not so much.

Furthermore, if you happen to be a decaf (or tea) drinker, well, forget about it.

In the plus column, though, Italy pretty much has it all over us in the food department. I’m not sure I’ve ever eaten black truffles here, let alone ones harvested a mile away within the last month. Or olive oil so fresh that it comes out of the bottle green. And there is something about the way Italian life is tied to the cycles of nature that bewitches us (just ask Frances Mayes or Elizabeth Gilbert).

Italians live more simply: their lives are slower, quieter and less cluttered with stuff. They can stop and smell the roses—or at least permit themselves to spend an entire Sunday afternoon eating porchetta and sipping Chianti. When Americans go abroad, they are charmed by that simplicity. But as one of our tour guides, Marco, said about Westerners who move to Italy: First they love it. Then they hate it. Then they find a way to live with its inconveniences.

—Dorothy F. Weiner Editor in Chief

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COVER STORY – The Fur Centre TALK OF THE TOWNS HEARD IN THE HALLS BOOKSHELF – The Book Club ON THE PAGE

TRUSTED ADVISORS 14 WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED –

Healthcare Planning 15 COVER STORY – Greater St. Louis

Community Foundation 16 INSIDER

[ photo album ] 22 SNAPPED! Friends of Kids With Cancer 23 Laumeier Sculpture Park 24 St. Louis World Food Day 25 Missouri History Museum 26 Humane Society 26 Trailnet 27 HAPPENINGS 36 AUTOPILOT– The Alluring Lotus

A BETTER 2014 38 COVER STORY – Barnes West

Primary Care 39 HEALTH CHECK 40 HEALTH – A Better You In 2014 46 HEALTH FLASH 47 BABIES 48 WHAT WE LOVE IN – Beauty Gifts 49 ASK THE EXPERTS – Fashion Blogger

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TRAVEL – Sintra, Portugal GOING GLOBAL QUICK BITES ON THE TABLE – Wild Horse Grill BEST IN TOWN – Ways To Stay Warm BRIDGE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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A YEAR IN REVIEW SPECIAL FEATURE – Style Inside REAL TALK NEIGHBORHOOD GEMS – Tower Grove SOLD HOMEWORK EXTRA CREDIT TOWN & NEIGHBORHOOD – Downtown

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by tony di martino ’TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY. But there’s nothing particularly jolly about a kitchen

appliance. So, if you want to thrill the special someone in your life, or if you’re the special someone in your life and you want to reward yourself for a job well-done and a life well-lived, consider fur.

The Fur and Leather Centre, now on Clayton Road, has been wrapping St. Louisans in warmth and style for 85 years. The shop, renowned for its sumptuous selection of alluring coats, jackets and accessories, carries the latest looks in distinctive fur and leather apparel.

“Fur has that built-in ‘OMG’ factor that makes it a high-impact gift,” says owner John Hanlon.

“We make it easy for shoppers, carrying everything from drop-dead, full-length statement pieces to everyday jackets, vests, shawls and accessories. Whether you choose sheared mink, chinchilla, fox or raccoon, we offer the best craftsmanship, customer service and quality at every price point.”

Trending now are belted cashmere capes with fox fur trim, the perfect gift for the person who enjoys making a dramatic entrance. Sportier types might prefer a fur vest, which adds a dash of elegance to jeans. Bold colors, herringbone patterns and animal prints remain popular, Hanlon notes, as do accessories such as fur-trimmed gloves, earmuffs, headbands, handbags, throws and pillows. “Accessories work with any budget—and you don’t have to worry about sizing,” he says.

“We make gift-giving easy—we’ll even wrap it for you!”

Today’s furs are sophisticated, lightweight and versatile enough to wear every day. “Maybe your grandmother wore her fur to church once a week, but people today are just as likely to throw on a fur jacket to take the kids to school,” Hanlon says.

This most luxurious gift is practical as well, Hanlon adds. “Fur is warm and it lasts a long time if you take proper care of it—and we can care for and repair your furs, as well as store them in our temperature-, humidity- and light-controlled vault,” he says. “When you’re ready for an update, our team of master furriers can restyle your coat or jacket, giving you even more years of wear. We can also recycle your older fur into a knit or combine it with other fabrics, even denim.”

The Fur Centre has long been known for its commitment to community service. “We give back every chance we get,” Hanlon says. The business is involved with numerous charities, contributing auction merchandise and donations to area schools and nonprofits, particularly Gateway to Hope, a nonprofit that helps uninsured or underinsured St. Louisans with breast cancer, and SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, a leading-edge hospital that never turns away a child in need.

“Reaching out to people in need is part of being a good neighbor,” Hanlon says. “St. Louis has always been so good to us—and it feels great to return the favor. Giving back is something we believe in—not just during the holidays, but all year long.”

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TALK [TOWNS] by bill beggs jr.

Manchester Road is one of our area’s great streets, when it comes to connecting here to there: It runs from the city all the way out to Wildwood, reverting simply to ‘Hwy. 100’ as it winds to St. Albans and beyond. It’s even been called the Main Street of St. Louis. But, to make a gross understatement: traffic can be a problem. And its aesthetics are, well, special. But it could be a ‘Great Street,’ according to city governments and MoDOT, which will start rolling out the asphalt and pour concrete beginning next summer, creating medians and making other improvements from Ballwin to Ellisville and Wildwood. Under development for more than seven years, the $5 million project was designed to improve safety and traffic flow, and will include median access changes, sidewalk improvements and other enhancements. Manchester will sport new signage, illuminated street name signs and landscaping. The project also features a multi-use trail extension from Wildwood into Ellisville. Construction is slated to begin next summer and is projected for completion in fall 2015. Meanwhile, don’t grip the wheel so tightly, watch your language, and keep your fingers inside the vehicle.

If the second ‘downtown’ in the St. Louis area is Clayton, there’s a third skyline rapidly rising in Chesterfield, and for now it’s mainly composed of luxury hotels. DoubleTree, a few years ago dubbed the ‘resort on the ridge,’ was first to rise far above the treetops north of Hwy. 40 / I-64 as drivers descend into the Missouri River valley. It’s 12 stories tall. Then came a 10-story Drury Plaza, just to the east and south of the highway. In Drury’s shadow is Hyatt Place, a nine-story boutique hotel built by Drury and licensed to Hyatt Hotels, scheduled to open sometime this month.

Now a construction crane near the DoubleTree has enhanced the feel of urban development off Clarkson Road … Swingley Ridge Drive, precisely: Reinsurance Group of America (RGA) is well into a $150 million headquarters project.

Energetic is an apt word to describe the area teachers and education leaders who have been honored by Peabody Energy with $1,000 awards and a shot at the company’s top prize of $5,000. Kimberly Rappold, a special education teacher at North Glendale Elementary, makes home visits to ensure consistency for her students and establish rapport with parents.

Colleagues say positivity, compassion and creativity are among her assets. Other $1,000 winners in our

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readership area: reading specialist Angela Kelly, Ladue Fifth Grade Center; curriculum coordinator for Webster Groves schools Dr. Chris McGee; math teacher and department chair Alison Owens, Lift For Life Academy; interim principal and science teacher Paul Bozdech, Loyola Academy; and history teacher Shante’ Lyons, Cardinal Ritter College Prep H.S. The 2013-2014 awards program is continuing to accept nominations for exceptional education professionals in public, private and independent schools where Peabody Energy employees live and work, which includes Illinois, Indiana and Colorado schools.

Some folks cringe when it’s time for dessert at Thanksgiving, as they’d prefer a sharp stick in the eye to a slice of pumpkin pie.

But others, apparently, can’t get enough of it. Schlafly Bottleworks in Maplewood has been brewing a pumpkin-flavored ale for years, and kicked off production back in August to meet demand; the company expects to brew 75 percent more of the variety this year. Maybe this just seems weird because pumpkins are so closely tied to fall. But we Americans have always been pioneers. By golly, you can eat breakfast any time of day if you want to, practically anywhere, without breaking any laws. Anyhow, you can also order up a pumpkin-flavored latte at any of the scores of area Starbucks, or a pumpkin-pie concrete at Andy’s in Kirkwood, the pie mixed in with frozen yogurt, crust and all. The good people at Nielsen, a market-research firm, confirm that sales of pumpkin products have increased dramatically over the past two years: 19 percent in 2012, and 28 percent by the beginning of this fall. Some wonder what all the fuss is about, because they dislike the flavor and texture of pumpkin almost as much as cranberry sauce, pearl onions or mashed yams baked with a toasty marshmallow topping.

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The standing ovation at New York City’s Carnegie Hall for conductor David Robertson and his St. Louis Symphony orchestra and chorus lasted nearly 10 minutes. The players and singers had just performed Peter Grimes by Benjamin Britten… on Nov. 22, the 100th anniversary of his birth… as the final opus in a week of dates on both sides of the pond celebrating the life and works of the great 20th century British composer.

One chorus member, although she agonized from note to note of the difficult, tragicomic opera, said there was no question Robertson had the audience in the palm of his hand. There were two intermissions, and each time Robertson bounded on stage and approached the podium to join his musicians, the stamping and yelling began and the decibel level increased.

Robertson also had full command of his orchestra and chorus. He had insisted the chorus sing off score, so that they could follow every nuance of his direction.

And as the three-hour masterpiece unfolded, he sang every word himself.

Reviews of the performance were stunningly laudatory. Not a note was criticized by publications ranging from the operatic to The Grey Lady herself: The New York Times. One writer admitted that there were not enough superlatives to describe this Grimes.

An audience member said it was the best ‘staged’ performance he had seen and heard at Carnegie in 30 years.

Looks like it’s status quo in Town & Country… again. This town’s residents are some of our area’s most politically active when it comes to the prospect of rezoning their community. What part of ‘No’ don’t developers and institutions understand? It looks as though the citizens group ‘No Rezoning in Town & Country’ may score another victory against those who would attempt messing with precious acreage here, this time along Conway Road. Maryville University has requested that the city rezone 16 acres for its plans to build a parking lot and maintenance facility. Citizens, of course, say it will be an eyesore and negatively impact property values.

Could you blame them? People live here because there’s lots of space for homes and even some horses. Citizens already have lobbied successfully against a senior living complex, a pediatric outpatient center and ball fields for the university. Corporate developers with very deep pockets have been sent packing. I surmise hell would freeze over before something like a CVS pharmacy appeared here.

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Long a popular draw for U. City strollers, the Walk of Fame now has morphed into the Talk of Fame: A book about the men and women honored by bronze stars embedded in Delmar Loop sidewalks has been penned by the peripatetic Joe Edwards. St. Louis Walk of Fame: 140 Great St. Louisans has been published in time for holiday gift-giving, and provides much more depth about featured local luminaries than the bronze plaques below their stars possibly could. Yes, Yogi Berra and Maya Angelou both have had a way with words.

Kevin Kline and John Goodman are actors who didn’t go to the same high school. The stars on the Walk represent all walks of life, from aviation to civil rights, the arts to architecture. Sales of the book will benefit the Walk, a nonprofit organization. It’s available at Subterranean Books and other stores throughout the area, as well as two of Edwards’ establishments in and near U. City: Blueberry Hill and The Moonrise Hotel. Copies will be donated to secondary schools throughout the area.

WEBSTER GROVES

Anyone who’s having trouble kicking their holiday spirit into gear would do well to take in a house tour. Seeing fine homes all gussied up is a great way to absorb decorating ideas, or at the very least take a break from shopping, wrapping, baking, shopping, attending this and that party—and shopping. One such opportunity arrives Dec. 8, this Sunday, in Webster Groves. The annual Hixson House Tour is from noon to 4 p.m., and incorporates six homes, including a newly built one with all the bells and whistles of ‘green’ construction; it’s been featured in domestic and international publications. (No potbellied stove in here.) A couple of this town’s storied ‘century’ homes are featured. Refreshments and a holiday boutique will take place in Schroer Commons at Eden Seminary. Available at several locations in town, tickets are $15 and support the PTO at Hixson Middle School.

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Consider a natural beauty lift for the holidays Liquid Facelift is a non-surgical procedure that restores the three dimensional structure of the soft facial tissue fat pads and provides an instant beauty lift with no down time.

The Liquid Facelift procedure incorporates the recent and first ever FDA-approved filler indicated to increase volume in the facial shapes and curves which creates a more youthful look.

Patients can expect the natural restoration of these areas without the costs and down time associated with surgery. the procedure: The filler, Voluma,™ combined with

Juvederm®, Restylane®, Fractora™ and Botox®, is injected into specific fat regions of the face to give a subtle lift which can last for up to two years.

Dr. Hart has found that this procedure is very well tolerated by his patients in part, because of the special compounded topical analgesia cream he uses. First, the skin is ‘frozen’ with topical medical products and an oral nerve block anesthetic prior to administering the procedure. It is important to point out that injectable fillers are typically much less painful when they are used deeply to contour and shape the face, as in the Liquid Facelift procedure. There is virtually no pain after the fillers injection is completed and a patient may elect to continue their daily routine afterwards. aftercare: It’s important to note that this Liquid Facelift

procedure may require regular maintenance to sustain the youthful appearance initially achieved. We recommended that our patients engage in a skin care regimen and use skin care products regularly.

If you have any questions or other topics you’d like to know more about, email us at DrHart@HartMD.com.

HEARD IN THE [ HALLS ] by stephanie zeilenga DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL

De Smet Jesuit students bet against Boston College High School, also a Jesuit institution, on the outcome of this year’s World Series. The losing school promised to record a song related to the winning team. De Smet Jesuit upheld the agreement by posting online a video of students singing ‘Sweet Caroline’ (a Boston Red Sox favorite). Both schools donated their next charity collections to a nonprofit of the other school’s choice, with De Smet Jesuit’s collection going to The Jimmy Fund for Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

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CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI

Nary a ghost or goblin was found at Chesterfield Montessori on Halloween. Rather, for an event called Riddle Day, elementary students dressed up as a celebrity, historical or literary character, composed a brief biography and presented three factual riddles or clues about their chosen character.

THE CHINESE SCHOOL

Second graders were treated to a one-hour workshop in authentic Chinese folk dance, led by professional Chinese dancer and choreographer Ling Tang. The workshop, sponsored by Dance St. Louis as part of its Monsanto Dance Education Residency Program, was connected to Dance St. Louis’ November presentation of Shanghai Ballet.

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ST. JOSEPH’S ACADEMY

Freshmen, junior varsity and varsity field hockey players collected food, clothing, toiletries and other items to donate to St. Liborius, a north St. Louis offshoot of St. Vincent de Paul Society. The students collected a total of 2,554 items, including 367 canned and boxed foods, 87 toiletry items, more than 1,000 clothing items, 124 books and 135 winter jackets.

COR JESU ACADEMY

With the help of St. Louis engineering companies, Cor Jesu recently launched a new STEM Corporate Initiative to inspire students to choose engineering as a career path. Students now can take advantage of introductory engineering courses, scholarships, job shadowing and a summer engineering experience with one of eight participating local engineering companies, including Ameren, Watlow, Hastings & Chivetta and DJM Ecological Services.

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Fourth and fifth graders, with the help of math teacher Susie Sullivan, made colorful bracelets and rings for women and children at St. Martha’s Hall, a nonprofit providing shelter and care for abused women and their children. The loom used to make the bracelets and rings also was donated to the shelter.

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FRONT: CECE LUECKING, LIZ ST. CIN, KATHI CRANE, JOAN GERARD, TERRY MULLIGAN BACK: MARY LaBARGE, JUDY DEUTSCH, JUANITA JAHN, PHYLLIS BERNSTEIN, COLETTE WALSH, DIANA DRISKO, PEGGY CROWE

BOOKSHELF THE BOOK CLUB

by stephanie zeilenga ABOUT THE CLUB For more than four decades, a group of former Hi-Pointe residents has gathered to talk about books. They call themselves simply The Book Club. At the time of its founding in 1972, the Hi-Pointe neighborhood in Dogtown was largely populated by young, married couples.

“These were women who hadn’t been out of school very long, who had young children and missed the camaraderie of the classroom,” says Terry Mulligan, who has been a member since 1974. For their September meeting, the group attends Washington University’s formal discussion of the book assigned to incoming freshmen, but otherwise meets at members’ homes. They especially love when literature lets them experience other places, times and cultures. “We read books I wouldn’t ordinarily read and I end up loving some of them,” says Mulligan. “And we might try new foods or go to exhibits because of something we read.”

ABOUT THE BOOK Louise Erdich, known for her works on Native American life, sets coming-of-age story The Round House in an Ojibwe reservation in North Dakota, where a 13-year-old boy seeks justice after his mother is raped near a sacred round house. The novel explores the causes of violence, how society should punish it and the entanglements of federal, state and Native American tribal law.

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“The emotional trauma of the mother’s rape on the father and the son was strongly portrayed and moving, especially the son’s discovery of what had happened to his mother and the father’s frustration at his inability to help his wife deal with the aftermath.”

—PHYLLIS BERNSTEIN

>> “It was interesting how the author used the interplay of Indian tribal law, state law and federal law to drive the plot.”

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“Louise Erdrich portrays the struggles of an adolescent growing up in a community bound in traditions and ancient values and stories. As the character becomes entangled in a justice system that he fails to understand, Erdich tells the story of a strong family faced with adversity and how they retain their strength.”

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“ Happy, happythatChristmas, can win us back to the

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“ merry christmas ”

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[ short & simple | SWISS CHARD GRATIN ] RECIPE FROM WHOLE FOODS MARKET

2 bunches Swiss chard leaves, chopped (about 8 c. packed) 1 c. water 1 T. extra virgin olive oil 1 T. unsalted butter, more for the baking dish

1 c. low-fat milk 2 T. unbleached white flour Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper ¼ c. grated Comté or Parmesan cheese, divided 1 T. whole wheat breadcrumbs

>>1 Preheat oven to 350 F. Place chard leaves in

stirring until the sauce thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.

a saucepan with the water and cook over medium heat until leaves are just tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

Drain, reserving 1/4 c. of the cooking liquid. Set chard aside.

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Some say the greeting was first used in a letter written by a British admiral in 1699. Actually, its first known usage dates back to 1565, in The Hereford Municipal Manuscript: “And thus I comytt you to God, who sends you a mery Christmas.” Still, let’s tip our sailor hats to that British admiral, who evidently was the first to incorporate two greetings into ‘Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.’ In 1843, Charles Dickens used the phrase ‘Merry Christmas’ in A Christmas Carol. The book’s huge success propelled the phrase into popular usage, but it eventually lost ground to ‘Happy Christmas’ in late-19th-century Great Britain, when the oh-so-proper Victorian middle class didn’t approve of merry’s alternate meaning: drunk.

>>3 Season with salt and pepper and stir in half

the grated cheese. Stir in the cooked chard and transfer to a buttered 9-by-9-inch baking dish.

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Sprinkle with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbling. Serve immediately.

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Most major provisions of the Affordable Care Act will be phased in by 2014. How will it affect your finances in the coming year?

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Many of my clients don’t want to like the Affordable Care Act, but the more they learn about it, the more they see it offers them a degree of flexibility they didn’t have in the past.

For example, over the years many corporate executives who wanted to retire early could not, because their preexisting medical issues kept them from being eligible for private insurance.

These were vital, creative individuals who longed to start their own businesses or pursue a long-held dream. Now, thanks to the ACA, they’ll be able to retire at 55 and still obtain insurance coverage.

The ACA also benefits parents who worry about providing for their adult children with chronic medical issues and physical and mental disabilities. This is a huge issue, even for high-net-worth individuals, because the cost of Missouri’s Insurance of Last Resort, or High Risk Pool, is extraordinarily high. Now they’re starting to relax a bit, because of the possibility their offspring will be covered.

The ACA means there are more options and, for some people, it will also save them money.

I expect that many people who now have personal private coverage will either opt for ACA coverage or negotiate with their current insurance company to lower their premiums.

The act has two associated taxes, a 0.9 percent Medicare payroll tax increase and 3.8 percent on the lesser of net investment income or modified adjusted gross income over thresholds.

But, strictly speaking, their stated purpose is to offset Medicare expenses for people over 65.

The taxes apply only to individuals with income over $200,000 or joint filers with income over $250,000. The real kicker is for those who make more than $400,000 or joint filers who make more than $450,000, who are also being hit by the Taxpayer Relief Act legislation and ACA legislation. Their federal capital gains tax has risen from 15 percent to 23.8 percent, among other increases.

I honestly don’t think the ACA will affect business owners as much as naysayers believe.

Medical insurance rates are going up for everyone, but that’s primarily due to utilization, chronic illnesses and poor lifestyle choices. Businesses with 50 or more employees (and more than 90 percent of the nation’s firms fall into this category) may have to pay penalties if they don’t offer coverage—but more than 95 percent of them already provide medical benefits.

Companies with fewer than 50 employees won’t be penalized for not offering coverage, and their employees will be able to buy insurance on the online marketplace. And a tax credit is now in place to make health coverage more affordable for even smaller business (fewer than 25 employees) and nonprofits.

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Overall, ACA allows and forces everyone to have coverage, but the individual coverage is generally more expensive and usually less robust than current plans—and will likely continue to go up in price. The young and healthy will take on more cost to support the older generation.

As even the president admits, you may not be able to keep coverage you’re happy with. Most carriers are allowing current individual policyholders to renew their 2013 coverage through 2014, but they’ll still need to transition to an ACA plan at that point.

Anthem and Coventry are the only individual carriers in Missouri participating in the exchange for 2014, but as of now, Anthem will not be including BJC in any of its networks. So if you’re happy with Anthem you can keep it for now, but you’ll eventually have to switch to a plan that’s ACA-compliant and won’t include BJC. Coventry offers one plan type that includes BJC and another that does not.

ACA rules apply only to major medical plans for ages 65 and under. They don’t affect Medicare and Medicare supplements or long-term care policies.

The media are making it seem like you have to go through healthcare.gov, but you can still go through a broker at the same cost.

I’m encouraging anyone who asks to weigh their options.

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COVER STORY | GREATER ST. LOUIS

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

by tony di martino IT FEELS GOOD TO GIVE TO THOSE IN NEED. But how can you be sure of our community.”

your charitable contributions have a real impact—and will continue to do so long after you’re gone?

For nearly 100 years, the Greater St. Louis Community Foundation has created partnerships between donors and nonprofits. “We help donors allocate their dollars productively and meaningfully, and we help valued nonprofits maintain important relationships with donors and benefit from a steady, ongoing source of grants,” says president and CEO Amelia Bond. “Our experts use their decades of experience and connections in philanthropy to help clients assess their resources and determine their goals. Then we connect donors with effective charities aligned with those goals.”

The Community Foundation strives to make giving easier and more satisfying.

“We do all the administrative work, providing efficient, customized and cost-effective services that free donors from the hassles of scrutinizing requests, evaluating prospective grantees, writing checks and tracking gifts,” Bond says. The foundation assists donors and their financial advisers in developing and evaluating financial and estate-planning strategies, and guides their giving to maximize tax benefits, she adds.

“We also excel at connecting donors with other donors and civic resources.”

Established in 1915 as a pool of charitable funds from area residents, the Community Foundation is one of 800 across the country and the second-oldest in the nation. Today, its administrators oversee more than 425 individual funds totaling a quarter of a billion dollars in assets. “These funds annually generate over $20 million in grants that touch communities across the globe,” Bond says. “Nearly 80 percent of the money we distribute stays in St. Louis, ensuring the future strength and vibrancy

The foundation makes the most of donor dollars, Bond notes. Ten years ago, for example, brother and sister Edward and Rosemary Young established a $7.9 million fund for the ongoing support of 12 AMELIA BOND, PRESIDENT AND CEO local nonprofits. “That first PHOTO BY COLIN MILLER year, each institution received $400; as of last year, the fund had grown to $10.4 million and contributed $26,000 to each nonprofit,” she says.

Beyond maximizing dollars, the foundation also keeps the donor’s legacy alive.

“We help plan for the long-term involvement of family members in philanthropic decision-making, and we make sure the causes donors care about continue to benefit from their generosity in the future,” Bond says. Take the case of Edward Bredell, who passed away in the late 1800s. “Bredell left money in his will for free Bibles to be distributed on the streets of St. Louis, but the matter was passed from attorney to attorney over the years and the money ended up going to general Christian causes.

When the fund came to us, we went back to Bredell’s original will and made sure his wishes were carried out.”

True philanthropy goes beyond writing a check, Bond says. “People give because they want to make a substantial, enduring difference. Each donor has a different story. The Community Foundation keeps that story alive—forever.”

PICTURED ON THE COVER ARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION STAFF. FRONT ROW: WENDY WITTE, MARILYN TRAUNER, AMELIA BOND. SECOND ROW: AMY BASORE MURPHY, CHRISTINE BURGHOFF, MARY MCMURTREY. THIRD ROW: JENNY PRAYTOR, MAURICE BROWN, DWIGHT CANNING. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.588.8200 OR VISIT STLGIVES.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY SARAH GIBSON | COVER PHOTO BY BILL BARRETT

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11/25 Lindsey Oettle @LindseyOettle Home sweet home! #stl #thanksgiving #family #soblessed 11/23 David Freese @dfreese23 Thank u Cards Fam and #CardsNation for always being there for me. Unreal ride as a Bird! Winning a WS in my hometown I’ll never forget.

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GLIK STORES has been named Illinois Business of the Year in the “large family business” category by the Family Business Center at Loyola University. The group of family-owned stores was cited by the university for its socially conscious, sustainable philosophy, innovative business strategies and personal service. The Glik’s chain, which started out of a horse-drawn wagon in 1897, now spans 61 locations in nine states. St. Louisans BOB, JIM, JOE, JUDY AND JEFF GLIK accepted the award at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago.

“It only took us 116 years to win!” says Judy Glik, who lives in Clayton.

11/23 Adam Crane @adamcrane Everyone in #STL should be so proud of the @slso after @carnegiehall concert last night. It was truly one of the best concerts I’ve heard!

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STARK SANDS, a star of the Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots, happily posed with St. Louisan MARCIA HARRIS (of Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty) and her NYC pal, Marion Rich, after a recent performance. “A lot of people asked him for a picture, but we got lucky,” Harris recalls. The show was every bit as fabulous as the rave reviews claim, she adds.

St. Louisans can see what Jennifer Aniston, Halle Berry, Sofia Vergara and other celebs have been raving about Dec. 13 and 14, when designer SHERRY NIKKA brings her trunk show to Lusso. The event is sponsored by Town & Style. Nikka, who trained in France with the artisan who creates leather goods for Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld and Chloe, is known for her luxurious, hand-stitched leather coats, boots, handbags and accessories. While in town, Nikka will spend time with her son, Allen, a student at Washington University.

The St. Louis Christmas Carols Association, now in its 102nd year, invites everyone to carol for a cause. Form a group of carolers and pick a date and location, and the association will provide song sheets and collection cans.

Contributions benefit more than 40 children’s agencies throughout the metro area.

For more information, visit stlchristmascarols.org.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY LIBRARY is one of 11 libraries of its size nationwide designated a ‘star library’ by the Library Journal, a publication that covers the latest developments in libraries and library science. It was chosen based on number of visitors, circulation, program attendance and public Internet computer use.

Artist BENIAMIN MKRTYCHYAN, who resides at Crown Center for Senior Living with wife ELMIRA, was featured recently in LeadingAge Magazine. Mkrtychyan, 91, has written a book in Russian about his courageous past as a concentration camp survivor and a resistance fighter in France. “Mr. Mkrtychyan speaks very little English, but often shares his beautiful artwork with us,” says staffer Randi Schenberg.

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Mark Trompeter, senior loan officer

With 12 years of area lending experience, Mark specializes in Jumbo, USDA, VA, FHA, conventional and HARP loans.

He also works to refinance his clients’ higher-rate debt into lower rates.

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KEN POTEET

Inspiring Students to Confront Hatred For years, Holocaust survivor Mendel Rosenberg couldn’t talk about what happened to him—the horrors of Dachau, the deaths of his father and brother. But because he envisions a better world for our children, he now shares his story with students visiting the Holocaust Museum and Learning Center. Teacher Nikki Poslosky says Mendel inspires her students to learn and act against intolerance and injustice.

Jewish Federation supports the museum’s efforts to educate, inspire, and combat discrimination and anti-Semitism. It’s just one way we keep our world safe and informed.

Make a donation and change a life today at JFedSTL.org/donate.

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Ken has expertise in working with Low to Moderate Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs. This includes consulting for purchase of federal and state tax credits and financing of warehouse lines, LIHTC interim construction loans and equity purchases of stream of credits.

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McLane Poteet, Senior VP/Commercial Lending McLane, who has been associated with Sterling Bank since 2005, manages the day-to-day operations at the bank’s newest Chesterfield location. He also assists customers with their commercial lending needs.

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Betsy Dow, principal, MBA, CPA

For Betsy, communication is the key to developing meaningful relationships with her clients. A personalized approach to each client’s financial needs helps her deliver the ‘raving fan’ service they deserve.

Zac Wagganer, principal

Zac values meaningful relationships with his clients. His focus is on the unique financial needs of each business, individual and family with whom he partners.

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WHAT | Ped-A-Palooza WHERE | Randall Gallery WHEN | Oct. 11 WHY | To celebrate Trailnet’s 25th anniversary and to acknowledge the

2013 Active Living Awards honorees: Clark Allen, David Pickerill and Big River Running Company WHO | CEO Ann Mack greeted guests; Bradley Minton and Lisa Suggs served as co-chairs HIGHLIGHTS | Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, access to gallery exhibitions, music and dancing

WHAT | A ‘Paws’ for Celebration WHERE | Simons Jewelers WHEN | Oct. 9 WHY | This event has been hosted by Simons for 20 years and has

raised more than $650,000 for the Humane Society of Missouri, which gives second chances to tens of thousands of animals in need WHO | Lindsey Swift, Julie Thome and Debbie Zimmerman served as event co-chairs; executive director Kathy Warnick and Simons owner Simon Katz mingled with guests HIGHLIGHTS | Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and an exclusive preview of jewels for the holidays

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HAPPENINGS by amber peterson

Jewish Family & Children’s Service is thrilled with the success of its sixth annual food pantry open house. The organizers of the event, Feed the Pantry-Feed the Soul, raised more than $80,000 and collected six pallets of non-perishable food for St. Louis families. The money raised will provide more than 32,000 meals.

THE WHOOHOOS

The Whoohoos, a new social network for moms and caregivers, launched its preview celebration Sept. 19 at CJ Muggs in Webster Groves.

PICTURED FRONT: MELANIE MUCHNICK, ELLIE GROSSMAN, BARBARA CONRAD, NAOMI FRANCIS BACK: DAWN RUEHL, LAURA EDWARDS-RAY, CARRIE ROY, CHARRY VIEHLAND, JOAN FREY, SHEILA ROWLAND, DIANE HAWN, LISA TRENTMAN

PICTURED: RENA ABRAMS AND MICHAEL WEISBROD

THE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION OF ST. LOUIS

St. Louis brought home two of four National College Access Network 2013 Awards of Excellence from the national conference. College Bound and The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis received the all-star honors out of more than 1,000 eligible organizations.

FRIENDSHIP FORCE

Martha and Emmett Kaelble have participated for more than three decades in Friendship Force, a nonprofit organization introduced by President Jimmy Carter that provides opportunities to explore new countries and cultures by arranging homestay exchanges. Through this program, the Kaelbles have been hosted in Japan, Taiwan, China, Costa Rica and Mexico. They are currently hosting Gloria Goncalves of Brazil.

WORLD PEDIATRIC PROJECT

World Pediatric Project’s Seventh Annual Golf for the Kids Tournament and Auction was a great success, raising $170,000. It was held Sept. 10 at Fox Run Golf Club in Eureka, Mo.

PICTURED: EMMETT KAELBLE, MARTHA KAELBLE, GLORIA GONCALVES

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On Ladue Road, just east of I-170 Frill HOME • Ivy Hill Boutique • Dominic Michael Salon • Extra Virgin an Olive Ovation • Marta’s Boutique • The Original Pancake House • SOUTHWESTERN HEARING CENTERS • Fedex OFFICE BlowN Away Blow Dry Bar • Dimvaloo Active Living • Town and Country Bridal Boutique • THE WomAn’s Exchange • Clarkson Eyecare • CINI • Byrd Designer Consignment Boutique • Splash

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Handmade by women of the Samburu tribe in Kenya, proceeds from the sale of these bracelets will go toward feeding the children of the tribe.

Ten bracelets feed one child, one meal per day for one school year.

AvAilAble AT These sTores: 8811 Ladue Road, 63124 ~ 314-721-6442

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1 | THE BRACELET PROJECT

These fun bracelets are handmade in Africa, and they are both stylish and help save lives. A purchase of 10 helps to feed one Kenyan child breakfast for an entire school year!

Available at Splash, Codi (both locations) and A Floral Gallery 314.374.2657

2 | SAINT LOUIS BALLET

Each year, Saint Louis Ballet artistic director Gen Horiuchi puts his own personal touch on the enormously popular The Nutcracker with new choreography and dazzling effects. The ballet is appropriate for the whole family.

One University Blvd. | 314.516.4949 | stlouisballet.org

3 | AMINI’S

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The recipient of a magnificent Zero Gravity Massage Chair will be grateful every time they fade into serenity, from the comfort of their own home. Choose from Shiatsu, Jacuzzi and heated therapy, which all offer a list of health benefits, including back and muscle tension relief, correct spinal alignment and increased circulation.

17377 Chesterfield Airport Road | 636.537.9200 | aminis.com

4 | SECOND SITTING CONSIGNMENTS

Need a gift for someone special? Second Sitting Consignment has unique items for the home, including lamps, decorative accessories, pillows and more. Also, a wonderful selection of jewelry, including vintage, and items from local artists.

14081 Manchester Road | 636.527.4747 | secondsitting.com

5 | GENOVESE JEWELERS

This 14kt. rose and white gold ring with concave pavé diamond band of 2.25 carats of round diamonds is the perfect gift.

12460 Olive Blvd. | 314.878.6203 | genovesejewelers.com

6 | SAVILE ROW CUSTOM CLOTHIERS

J. Paul offers advanced shaving and skincare products for men. The line is developed from carefully selected ingredients and is specifically aimed at addressing men’s daily grooming and skin care needs.

8101 Maryland Ave. | 314.721.7848 | savilerowstl.com

7 | SIGN OF THE ARROW

Festive dog toys! Let the crinkling and crackling amuse your furry friend all day long. A recycled 16-ounce water bottle placed inside is all that is needed to start the fun. Snowman and reindeer available, too.

9740 Clayton Road | 314.994.0606 | signofthearrow.com | $15

8 | CRAFT ALLIANCE

Let Craft Alliance brighten your holiday season with handmade art deco-inspired goblets by Alan Newman. Our botanical goblets are perfect for champagne, wine or water.

6640 Delmar Blvd. | 314.725.1177, ext. 322 craftalliance.org | $72 per pair

9 | LAURIE SOLET, INC.

Give yourself a and your loved ones a blessed gift with an exquisite St. Benito necklace. By Shannon Koszyk, $670, in sterling silver and bronze. Available exclusively at Laurie Solet.

1176 Town & Country Crossing | 636.527.4139 18 The Boulevard | 314.727.7467 lauriesolet.com

10 | THE FUR AND LEATHER CENTRE

Chinchilla dyed, easy-fit Rex rabbit zip jacket. Slimming design is fantastic with jeans and specially priced for gift-giving at $899.

Also available in brown.

7901 Clayton Road | 314.997.3877 | furcentre.com

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Have a swanky holiday: decorate your Christmas tree with this menagerie owl ornament from Jonathan Adler.

165 Carondelet Plaza | 314.725.7205 | shoplusso.com

12 | SPLASH

Looking for something unique to wear to your holiday party? Stand out in Keepsake’s navy blue mini-dress with a touch of gold. It’s style straight from Australia.

8811 Ladue Road | 314.721.6442 | gotosplash.com

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A 14kt. white gold pavé diamond ring is set with chocolate and white diamonds totaling 1.11 carats.

12716 Olive Blvd. | 314.878.6003

14 | AURORA MEDICAL SPA

Clarisonic Cleansing Brush and Clarisonic Pedi deliver scientifically proven sonic technology, combined with optimized skin care formulas for long-term results.

13319 Manchester Road | 314.822.1060 | auroramedicalspa.com

15 | ELLEARD HEFFERN FINE JEWELERS

Why not have a blue Christmas by wearing dazzling eardrops set with tanzanites, opals and diamonds in 18kt. white gold? Available exclusively at Elleard Heffern.

101 S. Hanley Building Lobby | 314.863.8820 heffern.com | $3,225

16 | POPTIONS! POPCORN

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Who doesn’t love popcorn? With sweet, spicy, cheesy, savory and Bissinger’s-topped popcorn, POPtions! has something for everyone on your list.

1580 S. Lindbergh Blvd. | 314.997.0441 | poptionspopcorn.com

17 | GREEN DOOR MEDICAL SPA

A gift certificate is always the perfect gift. No returns or calories on this gift!

16216 Baxter Road | 636.203.7711 | greendoormedspa.com

18 | CALIFORNIA CLOSETS

Wrap your gifts in style and create holiday memories with a customized wrapping and craft station. Gift certificates are available. Free consultations.

14208 Manchester Road | 9701 Manchester Road 636.779.0720 | californiaclosets.com/st-louis

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Proceeds from Epworth Christmas cards benefit abused and neglected youth. Purchase packs of 15 cards for $10. Available with or without religious verse. Call to place your order.

110 N. Elm Ave. | 314.961.5718 | epworth.org

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Doma moto jacket has supple, washed leather creating an ultra-comfy fit with style-savvy edge. Includes detachable hood, zip-front closure, long sleeves, and zip pockets and cuffs.

1634 Clarkson Road | 636.536.6300 | mekaboutique.com

21 | Q BOUTIQUE AT THE WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME

Sempli’s barware fuses rustic details with modern form. The wooden tray is perfectly cut for nesting the conic-shaped bases of the glasses. Finish the look with a dazzling decanter.

4652 Maryland Ave. | 314.367.9243 | worldchesshof.org

Second Sitting Consignments 636-527-4747

14081 Manchester Road | St. Louis 63011 | SecondSitting.com Corner of Manchester and Weidman roads, just east of Hwy. 141

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UNIQUE CHOICES, MERCHANTS

Accessorize Barnes Retina Institute Brides by Demetrios Crate & Barrel Eye Care Associates of St. Louis Geranium I.O. Metro Jared The Galleria of Jewelry Laura McCarthy Real Estate Laurie Solet Loft Mitchell James Salon Orthodontic Consultants of St. Louis Portrait Innovations Relax The Back Schön Soft Surroundings The Bar Method

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Give the gift of live theater with a Create Your Own subscription package for COCA Presents, featuring Snail and the Whale, Ragtime and more. Packages start at $72.

524 Trinity Ave. | 314.725.6555 | cocastl.org

24 | THE BACK ROOM AT THE CHESHIRE

Inimitable Holiday Style!

22 storefronts – 1 shared goal: to present you with a lively array of one-of-a-kind gifts this holiday season!

Shop The Boulevard – Saint Louis.

The perfect gift for the hard-to-shop-for man is an exclusive package to The Back Room, an intimate, private lounge and tobacco shop at The Cheshire.

7036 Clayton Ave. | 314.932.7830 | backroom-stl.com

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Beading workshop for kids! Visit ibella BEADS 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 7, 14 and 21 and your child can create custom stretchy bracelet gifts from our large selection of fun beads. Only $10 per bracelet.

770 N. New Ballas Road | 314.567.1928 | ibellabeads.com

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RESTAURANTS

Maggiano’s Little Italy Nadōz Euro.Bakery+Café PF Chang's China Bistro Vinō Nadōz Bistro & Wine Bar

Make a statement with a beautiful bracelet of authentic vintage button and freshwater pearls. A classic piece that will last forever.

1644 Clarkson Road | 636.519.4022 | pulsestl.com

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A gift card from the J is the perfect fit. It can be put toward membership, massage, personal training and even program registrations.

Creve Coeur and Chesterfield | 314.432.5700 | jccstl.org

27 | BACH SOCIETY OF SAINT LOUIS

Give the gift of music this holiday season. Make memories with your family at our Christmas Candlelight Concert on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at Powell Hall.

3547 Olive St., Ste. 120 | 314.534.1700 | bachsociety.org

28 | TOPFLIGHT TRAVELS

Celebrate the New Year with a luxurious cruise along the Amazon River in Peru. Add on a tour of Machu Picchu, Lima and Cusco for an unforgettable Peru luxury vacation.

314.608.4553 | topflighttravels.com

29 | ST. LOUIS RAMS

Brighten her holidays!

Pick up a Rams Go For Two Holiday Pack for your family or friends this holiday season. Purchase two tickets to the Rams game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and receive a $25 gift card to Dick’s Sporting Goods.

1 Rams Way | 314.726.7849 | stlouisrams.com/gofortwo

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Our classic monogrammed rain boots keep your feet warm and dry—and stylish!

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Spartina 449 exquisite handbags, luxurious scarves and elegant jewelry designed to coordinate in endless combinations.

e.L. riLey 118 West Jefferson 314-835-1219 ELriley.com

127 East Argonne | 314-909-0202 | ChristophersGifts.com

Fun in the Sun SportS 121 North Kirkwood Road 314-821-0583 FunSunSports.com

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Vineyards Vines Holiday Event Thursday, December 12th, 5-8pm. Whale stickers and other prizes with purchase!

Intricately embellished necklace with Austrian Swarovski crystals and Japanese and Czeck glass beads.

Bracelets, too!

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Down by the Station 150 W. Argonne 314-965-7833 DownByTheStation.com

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This holiday season, give the gift of health and wellness with a Wild Horse Fitness gift card, redeemable in our full-service spa or fitness center.

Wild Horse Fitness: a new gym experience.

920 Kehrs Mill Road | 636.686.7494 wildhorsefitness.com Give the perfect gift with locally crafted fragrance goods from K. Hall Designs. Gift boxes include a wide variety of both home and bath and body products.

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

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Give the gift of fine art this holiday season. Visit Kodner Gallery for a wonderful selection of original paintings, drawings, fine prints and sculpture to fit any gift-giving budget.

9650 Clayton Road | 314.993.4477 kodnergallery.com Get in the holiday spirit with beautiful bracelets by SOHO. 14442 Clayton Road | 636.227.7225 | novakjewelers.com

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Give the gift of comfort. Ensure your home is comfortable and efficient with Mosby’s $159 holiday energy audit.

645 Leffingwell Ave. | 314.909.1800 | callmosby.com

Nothing renews like steam. If you want a special place to relax, restore and renew body, mind and soul, add a STEAMIST steam bath; it’s truly ‘therapy for life.’

836 Hanley Industrial Court | 314.375.1500 immersestl.com

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Give local gifts with downtown Kirkwood gift certificates. You set the dollar amount, and the recipient can choose from shopping or dining in downtown Kirkwood. Call to order.

130 E. Jefferson Ave. | 314.822.0084 downtownkirkwood.com

34 | GERANIUM

Cozy-up with our jeweled sweater necklace this winter. Available at both locations.

28 The Boulevard | 314.296.3547 geraniumboutique.com | $40

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Let your style blossom into artwork. One-of-a-kind Anuschka bags are hand-painted and crafted from superior quality soft and supple leathers.

2538 S. Brentwood Blvd. | 314.963.1300 | le-shoe.com

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This season, give the gift of musical theater. Gift cards come in any denomination and can be used for subcriptions, single tickets to all five shows, Stages merchandise and Academy classes.

Kent Center for Theatre Arts 1023 Chesterfield Parkway East 314.821.2407 | stagesstlouis.org

40 | EVOLUTION FITNESS

Evolution Fitness offers proven and effective personal training, private yoga, massage and nutritional coaching in the privacy of your home or on-site. Give the gift of health.

1401 S. Brentwood Blvd. | 314.222.0435 evolutionfitnessstl.com

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WIDELY LOVED, SOMETIMES REVILED, the automobile is a ubiquitous appliance of modern living. With over a billion on the road around the globe there is literally ‘a car for everyone.’ But for the passionate, car clubs have spawned around everything from the elite Ferrari to the largely forgettable AMC Pacer. The St. Louis area has more than 60 active car clubs that put enthusiasts in touch with a group of like-minded individuals and are also important resources for technical advice, events and vehicle purchases and sales.

Having grown up in a very practical, middle-class family, I spent quite a few afternoons maintaining our cars with my father. My first car, a 1972 Opel GT, was sold to get a car with air conditioning to avoid arriving at clinical rounds with a sweat-soaked shirt during medical school. Twenty years of forgettable utilitarian vehicle ownership followed.

Fast forward and the suppressed motor head reemerged, with a bit of encouragement from friends and neighbors. Not wanting to entirely ignore a good midlife crisis, I looked at sports car ownership, with the goal of participating in ‘D.E.s,’ or high-performance driving events. Fundamentally, this is driving a safety-inspected street car on a closed course (race track) as fast as you can. I started with a short list of candidate vehicles, and after a couple of test drives decided that a Lotus Elise fit my personality best. A very lightweight, high- performance vehicle, the go-cart-like Elise proved to be extremely enjoyable and reliable at the speed limit, and even more fun to push into corners near its one G lateral limit at the track.

Lotus has the distinction of surviving its own eccentricity for more than 50 years, with the leadership of a domineering chief, Colin Chapman, whose design philosophy was self-described as “simplify, then add lightness.” The technical improvements Chapman brought to race car design remain amazing, including aerodynamic innovations such as external wings and ground effects to increase traction for cornering. Lotus was competitive for many years at the top of Formula One racing and won seven constructors’ titles and six drivers’ titles between 1963 and 1978. This innovation spilled onto its street cars—the names of which, for reasons not entirely clear, all start with ‘e.’

On a recent Sunday, the St. Louis Area Lotus Lovers (STALLS: stalls-club.webs.com) had its fall cruise, ending with dinner at the Hawthorne Inn in Labadie. Steve Fehr, STALLS Grand Poobah (aka president), explained that we drive Lotus cars so we can “drive a gocart on the street.” The Elise and Exige are the last production sports cars sold in America with a curb weight near 2,000 pounds. Only a Smart Car weighs less! Jerry and Sue Edens lit up a few intersections with the sweet sound of their Lotus 7 clone roadster, and Nathan Russell and I discussed repairs and modifications to our Lotus Exiges. At this level, car ownership transcends function and even form. As Fehr notes, “It’s not about the cars, it’s about the people.”

JOHN HOLDS IS A PHYSICIAN WHO SPECIALIZES IN PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY AROUND THE EYE. HIS AUTO HOBBY REMAINS AN ACTIVE PASSION WITH INTERESTS IN COLLECTING, MODIFYING AND RACING SPORTS CARS.

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Gregory Branham, MD, and John Chi, MD, know the importance of understanding your goals for facial plastic surgery. They provide comprehensive consultations to help ensure your pre-operative understanding and post-operative satisfaction.

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WITH SO MANY VITAMINS AND VACCINES to keep track of, helping everyone in the family stay healthy can be overwhelming. Dr. Jennifer Szalkowski simplifies medical care by treating entire families at her Barnes West Primary Care practice. “Mom, children, even the grandparents, in one place,” she says. “I see husbands and wives in back-to-back appointments, or mom and the kids.”

There’s more to the concept than just convenience. When the same doctor treats the whole clan, it enables him or her to detect patterns and track family histories. “If there’s a medical problem that runs through the family, it’s easier to jump in and help out,” Szalkowski says.

A family doctor also is in an ideal position to help the entire family deal with weight loss, Szalkowski points out. Having struggled with weight loss herself, she approaches the topic with empathy and experience. “I really had to buckle down and change how I ate and lived to be healthier,” she says. “I encourage my patients to do that too. It’s not easy. I try to be a really good cheerleader to show people you can make changes and to guide them on food choices and activities.” She’s especially sensitive with overweight kids. “One of the hardest things to talk about is weight with younger patients,” she says. “If you’ve ever been overweight, there’s nothing worse than someone pointing it out. What I talk a lot more about is working on being healthy.”

Consulting with a doctor to lose weight helps patients steer clear of phony diet and exercise fads. “I’ve tried the quick fixes. There are people out there who will take advantage,” Szalkowski says. “When you watch television shows about weight loss, they focus so much on exercise, but it really comes down to diet.” Although slimming down is hard work, the health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure and cholesterol and reducing the risk of diabetes, are worth the effort. “There are so many things you can make better by changing your lifestyle instead of just taking a pill,” Szalkowski says. “If you’re prediabetic and make lifestyle changes, we maybe can even pull you back from that. It’s so much more beneficial in the long run.”

Checking in annually with the family physician is important to maintaining good health, even for adults in peak condition, according to Szalkowski. “Once they get out of high school, most people are young and healthy and they don’t necessarily need a doctor all the time,” she says. But she recommends patients come in once a year to check their vital signs and update their family histories. “There are vaccines you need when you’re older too,” she says. “It’s also really nice to have someone you’re already established with when you do get sick. Then you can see someone who knows you and knows your history.”

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Nobody’s perfect. Often, the help we seek improving our appearance improves our health, as well.

[ radiating good health ] Glowing skin radiates good health and vitality. To rev up your skin for the new year, follow these skin-care tips from local experts. >> dr. joseph muccini, DERMATOLOGIST,

MIDAMERICA SKIN HEALTH & VITALITY CENTER When we talk about a glowing complexion, we think of someone who is healthy and youthful with undamaged skin.

So how do you achieve this appearance of vitality when you’re not so young anymore?

Products help. Have a reasonable cleansing regimen and a good moisturizer. Maintain an intelligent approach to exfoliation and use vitamin C serums and retinols. These measures address one or more features associated with aging: wrinkling, roughness and non-uniform skin tone, such as brown or copper blotches.

Microdermabrasion, the medical equivalent of sandblasting the skin, also helps the appearance of aging skin. Peels and dermaplaning can help, too, as can more aggressive

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laser treatments. Operated by a physician, an ablative laser removes the top layer of skin to smoothe, tighten and rejuvenate skin.

Figure out how far you need or want to go with treatment, enlist the aid of a professional, and then ask what you need to keep your skin looking good following treatment.

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SKIN CARE AESTHETICIAN, NICOLE’S OF LADUE There are three components that lead to glowing skin: exfoliation, makeup and lifestyle. A chemical exfoliation uses an acid or enzyme peel to remove dead skin cells that dull its surface. A mechanical exfoliation

uses a tool to eliminate buildup on the face and improve skin texture. Microdermabrasion and dermaplaning are mechanical exfoliation techniques. Microdermabrasion uses a diamond-tipped wand, and it also can help to even out skin tone. Dermaplaning uses a blade that also removes the downy vellus hairs on the face, which makes makeup easier to apply.

I like to use illuminators to fool the eye and make skin look brighter. I use it on top of the cheekbone, on the eyebrow bone, along the center of the face, or all over the face to give it a reflective glow.

Lifestyle—diet, nutrition and exercise—also affects the complexion. Salmon, berries and low-fat dairy are good for skin health. Smoking, sun exposure and a sedentary lifestyle are not. In my 30-year career, I’ve found that too much sun is the No. 1 inhibitor of healthy skin.

laser hair removal // “Fall and winter are a good time for laser hair removal because the skin has less pigment from tanning,” says BOARD-CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON DR. JUDITH GURLEY. “The darker the skin, the less effective the removal.”

No system provides permanent, 100 percent hair removal, Gurley notes. “However, permanent hair reduction is definitely possible. Results depend upon your hair and skin color, the laser equipment used, and the technician. Repeated treatment is necessary to damage the hair follicle at its growth center when it’s in its active phase.”

Look for lasers that perform only hair removal.

“That’s important, because they’ve been specifically designed to do that task very well,” Gurley explains.

Also, look for a laser with a large platform, she adds.

“It treats larger surface areas with every pulse, resulting in quicker, more comfortable treatment.”

Typically, four to seven treatments are necessary for each area. “Stay on your treatment schedule so that hairs are targeted during their growth phase,” Gurley advises. “With the newest platform, we can treat underarms in five minutes, the bikini area in 10 minutes and legs in approximately 30 minutes.”

Many men have laser treatments to remove hair from their backs and necks, Gurley notes. “It’s also a good treatment for folliculitis, a skin condition irritated by shaving.

[ hair-raising ideas ] Thinning on top? Learn what works and what doesn’t for hair loss. >> dr. larry samuels,

SPECIALISTS IN DERMATOLOGY & COSMETIC MEDICINE There are six things unrelated to hormones or genetics that can cause hair loss: smoking, sun damage, stress, excessive alcohol consumption, an imbalanced diet and bad hair-care products. Quit smoking: it’s not good on any front.

Wear a hat on sunny days to protect your scalp from the sun.

Minimize stress, which aggravates hair thinning. Because hair is 97 percent protein, a man should consume at least 60 grams of protein daily; a woman, 50 grams. Both should consume 25 percent more if they are prone to thinning hair. Eggs, fish, cheese, milk and red meat are good sources of protein and essential amino acids. There are 19 essential amino acids needed for hair growth. Contrary to public opinion, biotin does not promote hair growth. If you have a true biotin insufficiency, you’ll have other, far more serious symptoms, including neuropathy and seizures. Choose shampoos with a pH of 3.5 to 5.5, which is compatable with the scalp’s acid balance. Hair transplants, Rogaine and low-level laser (light) therapy also can be helpful.

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MEDICAL DIRECTOR, THE LIFESTYLE CENTER Three therapies have been approved by the FDA to make hair healthier, follicles thicker and block hormone effects.

They are Rogaine (minoxidil), laser therapy and Propecia (finasteride).

Rogaine is a topical product rubbed on the scalp twice a day for five minutes. It works, but compliance is an issue.

Some people don’t follow the directions, partly because they don’t like how it makes their hair or scalp feel. Laser therapy can be delivered three ways: you can sit under a laser at a clinic, or use a laser comb or laser cap at home. The laser and laser cap require two to three treatments a week; each session lasts 20 to 30 minutes. The laser comb requires daily use. You section your hair, and pass the comb through each zone for 10 to 15 seconds. Depending on the type of laser cap, you can move freely about or be hooked to an electrical socket. Propecia is a pill that blocks the production of DHT, a hormone that kills hair follicles. It’s approved for men only. Side effects, although rare, include decreased libido and erectile dysfunction.

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[ how to banish varicose veins ] They ache, they swell and they’re unsightly. Check out the therapies that offer quick results. >>

dr. raffi krikorian, MEDICAL DIRECTOR, NEW LOOK VEIN AND AESTHETIC CENTER Varicose veins are superficial veins that enlarge and bulge.

They are caused by leaky valves within the veins of the legs that allow blood to flow backward and stagnate, resulting in swelling, pain, cramping and leg fatigue. Symptoms usually develop over the course of months or years. Patients may develop skin discoloration, bleeding and leg ulcers, and have a higher risk for developing small clots.

Treatment depends on the symptoms. If there is no bleeding or ulcers, the patient is more likely to have conservative therapy like of leg elevation, compression stockings and pain medications. If that doesn’t help within three to six months, or if the patient can’t tolerate treatment, he or she becomes a candidate for a more aggressive approach. We often call these procedures ‘surgery,’ but they’re not. We use laser or radiofrequency heat to seal and close the vein, or a chemical is injected into the vein to collapse it in a process called sclerotherapy.

There are two thermal ablation systems: laser and radiofrequency heat. Both yield equivalent results, but radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is thought to be less painful initially. Treatment with RFA involves destroying a portion of the vein that has a malfunctioning valve. Residual ‘ropey’ branches of the vein are then destroyed with injection sclerotherapy or removed through a microphlebectomy. In this minimally invasive outpatient procedure, tiny punctures are made to extract the varicose veins. Sutures are not needed.

Existing thermal ablation procedures offer quick results with little risk and are typically covered by insurance. Some new and emerging technologies don’t use heat to treat varicose veins, but they’re not covered by insurance. Varicose veins are absolutely a medical issue, although there is a cosmetic component.

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dr. brian rubin, PROFESSOR, VASCULAR SURGERY, WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY In the past, we used to strip superficial varicose veins out of the body. Today we use thermal ablation, a process that relies on heat energy delivered through the tip of a slender catheter to destroy the targeted veins. Ultrasound is used to guide its delivery.

Need to drop some inches quickly? Want to fit into a dress that’s a tad tight? Consider a body wrap, says TRICIA WILKINSON, A THERAPY ASSISTANT WITH THE PRACTICE OF KIRKWOOD CHIROPRACTOR RYAN LEWIS. Body wraps are popular, spa-like treatments in which a special material, often infused with herbs, minerals or other products, is wrapped snugly around an individual.

“Our body wrap was developed 30 years ago by a UCLA biochemist to enhance the circulatory and lymphatic flow in patients,” Wilkinson explains. But an unexpected perk occurred: people shed inches. “Clients can lose anywhere from 4 to 14 inches overall in a single session,” she says. But the decrease is temporary—unless the patient avoids toxins like fats and sugars. “In other words, the client has to eliminate the bad stuff from their diets and they have to exercise, otherwise their slimmed-down silhouette will morph back to its pre-treatment shape. That’s why we also offer our clients dietary programs to help them keep the inches off.”

Each treatment session lasts about 30 minutes.

“The wrap detoxifies tissues, minimizes cellulite and helps slims your shape,” Wilkinson says.

Legs that look better, legs that feel better.

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Metropolitan Orthopedics welcomes Dr. Christopher D. Mudd, a native St. Louisan who completed an adult reconstruction fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and specializes in revision of joint placements, hip and knee replacements, and fracture surgery.

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Metropolitan orthopedics WelcoMes Dr. Christopher Mudd, md specializes in hip and knee replacement, revision arthroplasty and fracture surgery. Dr. Mudd received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine.

He served his orthopedic surgery residency at Saint Louis University Hospital and his fellowship from the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in adult reconstruction surgery.

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A new study out of WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE found that medication and lifestyle changes are safer and more effective stroke-prevention methods for patients who have already experienced strokes than stenting, a surgical procedure used to prop open narrow brain arteries. Dr. Colin Derdeyn, professor of radiology and director of the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Stroke and Cerebrovascular Center, was the study’s lead author.

The ASTHMA AND ALLERGY FOUNDATION OF AMERICA ranked St. Louis seventh on its list of American asthma capitals, and the St. Louis College of Pharmacy wants to change that. With a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers from the school helped develop the Asthma Friendly Pharmacies program, which trains pharmacists and technicians about asthma-related health care. Eight pharmacies in St. Louis are currently certified by the program.

pain exchange Chronic use of opioid painkillers may increase the risk of depression, according to research from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY. A study published in Journal of General Internal Medicine found that patients who took opioids for six months or longer had a 53 percent increased risk of developing a new bout of depression. Higher doses of opioids were linked to higher risks. Jeffrey Scherrer, associate professor of family and community medicine, was the study’s principal investigator.

smoking secrets Nicotine dependence is tied to smokers’ genetics, a study from WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE shows. People who metabolize nicotine quickly are more likely to relapse but also more likely to respond to nicotine replacement therapy, while people who have a variant of the gene CYP2A6 metabolize it slowly and are less likely to succumb to cravings, according to the research published in Addiction. Dr. Li-Shiun Chen, assistant professor of psychiatry, is the study’s first author.

hugs help the hippocampus The negative effects of childhood poverty are exacerbated by growing up without nurturing parents, a study from WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE found. Published in JAMA Pediatrics, the research discovered that poor children without nurturing parents have less gray and white matter in their brains and smaller hippocampus regions, which affects learning and memory. Principal investigator Dr. Joan L. Luby says these findings suggest the importance of public health prevention programs that teach parental nurturing skills.

healing herbs Herbal extracts may improve learning and memory, according to research from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY. Geriatrics professor Susan Farr discovered that antioxidants found in spearmint and rosemary reduce age-induced cognitive impairment in mice, and she predicts additional research could find similar effects in humans.

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IT DEFIES LOGIC, but most women would agree that no matter how cluttered their counters are, they just can’t get enough of beauty products.

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KRISTEN LINARES Makeup artist and hair stylist Kristen Linares has become the go-to St. Louis blogger for all things beauty. Owner of salon Thirteenth and Washington, she has spent the past eight years honing her craft, teaching hair color and styling techniques around the country, and running her blog, Beauty and the Brain, which won Best Beauty Blog during the Saint Louis Fashion Week Blog Awards.

T&S: Why and when did you start your blog, Beauty and the Brain?

KL: About a year and a half ago. I didn’t do it with the mentality that it would be a big

thing, just something fun for me to do and to help grow my hair and makeup business.

T&S: What’s your personal beauty routine?

KL: I’m religious about cleansing, toning and moisturizing. I use Blissoma, a natural

skin care line made in St. Louis. I use their cleanser, which is a makeup remover and cleanser in one. I use their toner, which allows the moisturizer to absorb more than what it would without the toner. I also use Blissoma’s anti-bacterial moisturizing serum. Sometimes under my eyes I’ll apply tinted moisturizer, whether it’s Chanel or Glo Minerals, and buff it in with an EcoTools brush. For a natural glow, I sweep a luster shimmer brick from Glo Minerals over my cheeks and nose.

T&S: What beauty tips do you have for those who might not be comfortable changing their look?

KL: There are no quick fixes for anything. You don’t go to the gym and just lose 10 pounds after working out for one day. It’s a change in your lifestyle. Cleanse, tone and moisturize day and night, because you’re exposed to outdoor pollution, grime and sweat. There’s no magic potion that’s going to instantly fix everything. Be mindful of what you’re putting into your body because it’s going to show on the outside.

T&S: Any advice for aspiring beauty bloggers?

KL: Stay true to yourself. The name of my blog is Beauty and the Brain because I like

stuff that is beautiful on the outside but I also have the intelligence to budget myself.

Be who you are in your blog and type your words as if you were speaking them.

T&S: Where do you get your beauty inspiration?

KL: I find inspiration in everything from the colors and textures in nature, the way

music makes me feel, movies, music videos, and fashion weeks across the globe.

A lot of my inspiration comes from my surroundings. If it’s a really gloomy day, I might do a blog post on how to cheer yourself up with bright clothing or lip colors.

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T&S: Where do you see your blog going in five years?

KL: I want to have a few more celebrity clients under my belt. My goal in St. Louis

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SINTR THIS PAGE: View of Unesco World Heritage Center Sintra, Portugal, with its 9th-century Castelo dos Mouros at top.

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was love at first sight when I discovered Sintra, a scenic little town 30 minutes north of Lisbon. Sintra is the idyllic Portugal you see in all those guidebooks: red-tiled roofs, yellow and pink homes, medieval palaces overlooking the ocean, and a cliffside castle.

It was merely by happenstance that driver Joao Santo approached us at the Lisbon waterfront, where we found ourselves at 7 a.m—hours before our cruise ship would arrive at the port.

He made us an offer we couldn’t refuse: six hours of his services for 120 euros.

Lucky for us, Lisbon was hours from waking up, so Joao headed straight for Sintra, the picturesque village of hilltop homes, as he explained that the entire city is a Unesco World Heritage Center. That means this little place frozen in time will likely be charming people for generations, because no changes can be made to alter its character. Repairs, paint and even exterior cleaning must be done with an eye to preserving the city just as it is.

When you first approach, resist the urge to stop and explore the winding lanes with their shops and cafes. Save the shopping (and café-ing) for time in-between palaces. Start with the pièce de résistance, Pena palace, a surreal vision in red and yellow high on a hill. The red part was built in the 16th century, the yellow in the

OPPOSITE PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: An inner courtyard at Pena Palace, with clamshell planter representing the sea; Triton Portico, an allegory for creation; Pena Palace ceiling with gilded coats of arms representing royal Portuguese families; the view from a Moorish terrace at Pena Palace.

19th. Legend has it that the site was selected as early as the 12th century for a Renal Palace Chapel, after a miraculous appearance there by the Virgin Mary. A monastery and chapel were built later by King Manuel, as thanks for the success of Vasco da Gama in finding a sea route to India and its spices in 1502. Much later, in 1838, Fernando II oversaw the amazing renovation and additions that created the neo-Manueline yellow portions of the structure.

Besides its imposing presence from afar, the rooms are befitting the royalty they were created for. Marquetry, ornate plasterwork, gilding and other features dazzle visitors. King Fernando infused a Moorish aura in every nook and cranny, from minarets to Arabian horseshoe arches, in a reflection of the decorative orientalism popular in the early 19th century. Don't miss the Triton Portico, an archway under the watchful eyes of a mythical half-man, half-fish creature. Said to be an allegory of the creation of the world, he is perched atop a gigantic clamshell, a symbol of the area’s sea dependence.

From Pena Palace it’s an easy walk to Castelo dos Mouros, or Moorish Castle, the ruins of a ninth century fortress. Set high on a hill, the massive limestone blocks that remain form a kind of staircase that visitors can climb for 360-degree views—which is exactly why it was built there: it's a great vantage point from which to spot invasions. In addition to the thrill of standing on something built

RA SINTRA IS THE IDYLLIC PORTUGAL YOU SEE IN ALL THOSE GUIDEBOOKS: RED-TILED ROOFS, YELLOW AND PINK HOMES, MEDIEVAL PALACES OVERLOOKING THE OCEAN, AND A CLIFFSIDE CASTLE. so long ago, it’s pretty cool seeing all the way to Lisbon and the Atlantic Ocean.

Back in the center of town proper, stop at a café for the area’s specialty, queijada de Sintra, cheese tarts laced with cinnamon. And give yourself a chance to browse the shops for items specific to the region, including table linens with the omnipresent rooster motif, distinctive ceramic tiles (an art form brought here by the Moors) and cork accessories. The Sintra area is the world’s largest producer of cork, harvested every nine years from the bark of trees in the region. Shops there sell wallets, purses and jewelry made from it.

Another royal structure, National Palace, sits in the heart of town and is the bestpreserved medieval palace in Portugal. It has been continuously inhabited from the early

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The older, 16th-century side of Pena Palace; stairway to shops and homes; a minaret on Pena Palace's newer section (early 19th century); old tile detail; aerial view of Sintra, with the National Palace, top center, dominating the town.

15th through the late 19th centuries. An astounding blend of Gothic, Manueline and Moorish architecture, thanks to additions by various rulers, it has walls covered with stunning mudejar azulejos (painted tiles), Moorish arches and painted ceilings. The Sala das Pegas, or magpies room, depicts dozens of magpies on the ceiling to represent

the gossip at court after King John I was caught kissing a lady in waiting. The amazing Sala dos Brasoes, or Blazons Hall, has a domed wooden ceiling with 72 gilded coats of arms representing the Portuguese royal families.

The town also has a number of magnificent gardens visitors can tour, including the mystical Quinta da Regaleira

and, nearby, a roadside display of modern sculptures. There is also a hotel where Lord Byron stayed and created his poetry. Apparently the place made quite an impression on him, since he is reported to have called Sintra “the most beautiful (place) in the world," an assessment I'm tempted to agree with.

[ the essentials ] There are lots of touristy little shops in town selling mostly the traditional textiles, porcelains and beautiful painted tiles. But don’t pass up the cork accessories if you’re at all interested in them, as you’re unlikely to find as good as an assortment outside of Sintra.

SHOP

Restaurant Regional de Sintra is recommended by several tour books as serving big portions for decent prices. It’s quaint, and the owner speaks English—and it’s reportedly authentic and frequented by locals.

Little cafes and bakeries offer local specialties, perfect for lunch or a respite from touring.

EAT

The best way to experience this little enclave is by walking.

Most sites are within reach of each other, but you’ll encounter plenty of up- and downhill walking.

There is a good bus system, if heavy-duty walking isn’t for you, and of course taxis or private drivers. If you have more than a day to spend here, you can tour the amazing gardens and visit the Modern Art Museum (which includes Warhol, Miro, Picasso and Pollack) and the Toy Museum.

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Casa Miradouro is a charming country home with six rooms. A restored mansion from 1893, it offers views of the sea and the castle and has a wonderful garden setting. Lawrence's Hotel, where Lord Byron stayed, is said to be the oldest on the Iberian peninsula. It has only 16 rooms, and they're serviceable, not posh. But it is a historic property and conveniently located.

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COOPER’S HAWK WINERY & RESTAURANT is coming in for a landing

Dec. 12 at 1146 Town & Country Crossing Drive.

The small chain serves vintages from its Chicago winery, and the new 9,000-square-foot restaurant will seat more than 300 people and include a tasting room.

[ celebrating excellence ]

ASKINOSIE CHOCOLATE, PATRIC CHOCOLATE

and HAMMONS BLACK WALNUTS will represent Missouri as finalists in the 2014 Good Food Awards, which recognize foods responsibly produced with natural ingredients. The winners will be announced Jan. 16 at the Ferry Building in San Francisco in an event launched four years ago by native St. Louisan SARAH WEINER.

[ birthday bonanza ]

In honor of its first birthday, University City barbecue restaurant VERNON’S (6707 Vernon Ave.) is giving away free menu items from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 5 to any guest who brings in a canned food item for Operation Food Search. Vernon’s also is unveiling a new, expanded menu.

[ putting down roots ]

Underground pop-up restaurant Entre has morphed into JUNIPER, a more traditional eating establishment serving chef JOHN PERKINS’ take on Southern cuisine. Located at 360 N. Boyle Ave., the space serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday.

[ raise a glass ]

Love toasting with Missouri wine? Soon you’ll be able to celebrate with glasses specially designed for Missouri Vignole grapes.

GEORG RIEDEL of Riedel Crystal and the Missouri Wine and Grape Board will host a glass workshop at Mount Pleasant Estates at noon Dec. 6 to determine the best glass shape.

[ home for the holidays ]

If you love gingerbread houses, you’re in for a life-sized treat.

Through Dec. 24, families have the opportunity to dine in River City Casino’s 14-foot-tall GINGERBREAD HOUSE. The meal’s $20 reservation fee goes to the Center for Hearing & Speech to buy hearing aids for those in need. Everyone who eats in the house gets to decorate a gingerbread shingle.

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PHOTO LEISURE ALBUM

[ ON THE TABLE ] by jonathan carli | photos by bill barrett

[ WILD HORSE GRILL ] 101 chesterfield towne center | 636.532.8750

[ amuse bouche ] THE SCENE |

Lodge-like fine dining

THE CHEF |

Ray Carpenter

THE PRICES |

$4 to $14 starters; $18 to $39

THE FAVORITES |

Smoked Trout Salad, Day Boat Scallops, Roast Amish Chicken, Smoked Salmon Crudo, Poached Pear Salad

WHEN WILD HORSE GRILL OPENED off Long Road 13 years ago, it was one of few fine-dining restaurants in what at the time was considered very far West County. Now the area has grown up around Long Road, and Wild Horse Grill has taken things up a notch.

Hiring former Niche sous chef Ray Carpenter last year, the restaurant has moved in the direction of more innovative dishes, local food producers and the trendy sous vide (under vacuum) method of cooking. He’s created a menu that offers subtle and unexpected pairings like celery root puree and candied bacon with scallops and lemon pistachio vinaigrette with smoked trout.

The starters, especially, were memorable. Smoked Salmon Crudo ($8) came as a tower of house-smoked salmon layered with lime-green Tobiko caviar, celery and red onions cut so fine I could barely make out what they were. It was a classic and delicious combination, with dollops of crème fraiche on the plate replacing the usual sour cream.

Then the Poached Pear Salad ($7), a time-honored

combination of bleu cheese, pear, nuts and greens, was art on a plate. The sliced pears were fanned out next to the greens, and the crumbled bleu cheese sat next to a smattering of wonderfully candied pistachios, a variation on the traditional walnuts. A light mustard vinaigrette complemented the flavors.

Smoked Trout Salad ($10) was another starting dish that spanned the flavor spectrum, with a pretty array of ingredients lined up in little piles on a long platter: diced red onion, chopped egg, fried capers, grape tomatoes and delicious house-smoked trout. It had a very appealing flavor that avoided the overly smoky taste so often found in smoked trout.

The main dishes reflect Wild Horse Grill’s identity as primarily a steakhouse, or at least a meat-and-potatoes kind of place. Half the entrees are red meat, and judging from what was going to nearby tables, people come here for that. The menu describes steaks as Black Angus, aged a minimum of 28 days. My 12oz. Center Cut Dry Aged Strip ($39) was excellent, served au naturel, with

[ food • ŏ • lō • gy ]

salt, pepper and a little herb butter on top. It came with lobster mac ‘n’ cheese: very tasty with nice bits of lobster dotting the creamy dish (also available a la carte).

But I’d have to say the stand-out dish was Day Boat Scallops ($25), diver-caught, beautifully seared top and bottom, and sitting on creamy white celery puree and lime-green herb puree, both packed with flavor. Diced apples added crunch and a sugary element that was surprisingly good with the seafood.

Also memorable was Roast Amish Chicken ($21), a crisp-skinned airline breast so wonderfully salted and peppered, moist and flavorful, that I wished it would never end. The sides, too, were delicious: whipped buttery potatoes and a long candied carrot cut into chunks—nice presentation.

If I had a complaint, though, it would be about the rectangular plates, which stubbornly twist and turn when you cut the meat! Also, the dining chairs have lost their firmness. New chef, new menu—time for new seating.

[ chef chat ]

CRUDO | Basically the Italian version of sashimi, ‘crudo’ is a way to spotlight fish at its peak

>>ray carpenter

TOBIKO CAVIAR | The orange roe of flying fish, widely used in sushi and often tinted with ingredients like wasabi, yuzu or squid ink to offer more colors

Le Cordon Bleu, not Paris or London though

DRY-AGED BEEF | By hanging beef in near-freezing temperatures for a period of time,

Jalapeno and different spicy peppers

of flavor. It is usually flavored only with a little oil and lemon.

PEDIGREE |

FAVORITE INGREDIENT

its natural enzymes break down connective tissue, resulting in more tender meat and a concentration of its natural flavor.

FAVORITE RESTAURANT

Man, there are so many good restaurants around, I just had a great meal at The Libertine

[ aftertaste ]

MOST MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE

>> I like that all the items on the plate were done with care. It showed an interest in making each part add to the character of the dish overall.

Without a doubt, Chef’s Table, Eleven Madison Park, New York

— STEVE S. OF CHESTERFIELD

>> The food is great, and this is our go-to place when taking the family out. Service is friendly too. ‑—GLORIA W. OF WILDWOOD

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The CLIMATRON at the Missouri Botanical Garden will fog up your glasses fast! Touring this tropical plant oasis—the first geodesic dome to be used as a conservatory— is a fun and educational way to shake off the shivers.

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The atmosphere at TASTE, with its modern-rustic decor, gleaming candlelight and dark wood bar, is perfect for cozying up on a weekend night. Order one of the signature drinks, along with the bistro-style fries, and you’ll forget all about the nasty weather.

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Lace up your skates at STEINBERG, Forest Park’s outdoor skating rink. Open everyday during the holiday season, skaters can warm up by a bonfire or wrap frosty fingers around a cup of hot cocoa. The Snowflake Cafe also serves beer, toasted ravioli, pizza and other snacks.

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Sweaters, scarves and mittens are good for banishing the chills, but so is House of India’s LAMB VINDALOO, a scrumptious spicy dish of lamb and potatoes swimming in a curry sauce that pairs perfectly with basmati rice, vegetable samosas and garlic naan.

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Curl up with a good book at CENTRAL LIBRARY, the crown jewel of the St. Louis public library system. The magnificent ceiling in the great hall will awe you, and the fun literary quotes in the fiction reading room may inspire you to add a few classics to your list. There are even teen and child reading rooms, so you can bring the whole family along.

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Nothing dispels chills like a ROARING FIRE, and there’s a grand one waiting at the Market at The Cheshire.

Enjoy the flames with an artisan sandwich and a hot cup of coffee while nestled into a comfy chair.

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Improve your handicap at one of St. Louis’ independent BOWLING ALLEYS: Moolah Lanes in Midtown, Saratoga Lanes in Maplewood, Pin-up Bowl in the Loop, Epiphany Lanes in Lindenwood Park or Tropicana Lanes in Richmond Heights.

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Check out the rich and creamy varieties served at Bissinger’s in the Central West End, Cafe Ventana in Midtown and Bailey’s Chocolate Bar in Lafayette Square.

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LEISURE

by kenneth bland

BRIDGE WITH BL♠ND

A GOOD DECLARER will weigh all the options before he or she starts play. The more experienced player is able to determine the best percentage play and the right “line” to make his or her contract. Local expert Milt Zlatic (another House of Bridge alum, circa 1972) is such a player. Milt found himself in a difficult four spade contract recently at the local dupe.

The bidding: S W N E

1s 2h 3s p 4s p p p Opening lead: ♥ Ace

3. Milt found the winning “line.” When

Cover the East/West hands and see if you can make the contract.

NORTH

♠ K 5 4 3

♥ 10 4

♦ K Q 8

♣ K 8 5 3

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WEST EAST ♠ 9 ♠ Q J 6 ♥ A K 8 7 2 ♥ Q 9 6 5 ♦ J 6 3 2 ♦ 10 9 7 5 ♣ Q 10 2 ♣ 9 4

SOUTH

♠ A 10 8 7 2

♥ J3

♦ A4

♣ AJ76 With three aces and partner’s “limit raise” (3s), Milt thought there should be a play for a four ♠ game. West led the ♥ Ace, King, everyone following, then shifted to the two of ♦s.

Milt took pause to prepare his offense.

1. If trumps break, five ♠s, three ♦s and at least two ♣s are for the taking.

2. If trumps don’t break, the declarer can fall back on the club suit for ten tricks. This is a problem, since West overcalled the finesse for the Queen of ♣ rates to be off. 1 ♠, 2 ♥s, 1 ♣, a one trick set for the defense.

spades didn’t split, Milt played two more rounds of ♦s, eliminating the red suits, while discarding a ♣ from his hand.

4. He then played the ♣ Ace and King. If the Queen had fallen, all would have been well.

She didn’t.

5. Milt exited with a trump and East was forced to play a red suit giving Milt a ruff/ sluff, his 10th trick and contract. Well done and a very good score! Proper planning and good technique often lead us to the correct plays at bridge.

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[ARTS&ENTERTAINMENT] [DECEMBER]

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[ ART ] absolut

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[ MOVIES ] t&s saw it!

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE >> The second installment of the popular Hunger

White Flag Projects | Free whiteflagprojects.com >> Absolut, a group exhibition, occupies the juncture of art and mass-production. It displays works that adopt industrial products alongside artist-designed consumer goods.

Through Dec. 21.

12/13 rag dolls, robots &

rocketships opening reception

Foundry Art Centre | Free | foundryartcentre.org

now–1/25 bernoudy gallery of architecture

Sheldon Concert Hall and Art Gallery | Free | thesheldon.org

now–1/26 mementos of a doomed construct Kranzberg Arts Center | Free | craftalliance.org

Games trilogy picks up where the first ones ends, as Katniss and Peeta tour dystopian Panem after winning the 74th Hunger Games, a brutal annual competition designed to punish Panem’s districts for past offenses. The mounting violence and rebellion are well-matched by the vision of director Francis Lawrence (Gary Ross directed the first) and the work of costume designer Trish Summerville, which give the film a dark tone and visual appeal lacking in the first installment. Although the film’s plot is sufficiently engaging, the sumptuous makeup and fantastical costumes, including a monarch butterfly Alexander McQueen gown worn by Elizabeth Banks, make this film a spectacle worth checking out.

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? Yes. — S.Z. VIEWED AT WEHRENBERG GALAXY 14 CINE

[ ETC. ]

FROZEN 3-D >> A new Disney movie always elicits a mixture of

now–1/5 winter jewels

9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House | $4–$6 | butterflyhouse.org

12/8 lafayette square holiday parlor tour 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | $16–$20 | lafayettesquare.org

12/9 three stooges night

7–9 p.m. | Schlafly Bottleworks | Free | schlafly.com

12/12 craft spree

6–9 p.m. | Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis Canned food donations accepted | camstl.org

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a conversation with edith head

8 p.m. | The Sheldon Ballroom | $40 | thesheldon.org >> Enjoy an evening of wit, wisdom and a whisper of gossip. Susan Claassen stars as costume designer Edith Head in this behind-the-scenes feast of movie lore and stories. Through Dec. 7.

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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 8 a.m. and 9:45 a.m.

The Magic House | $15–$20 magichouse.org

VIEWED AT WEHRENBERG RONNIE’S 20 CINE

[ THEATER ] the screwtape letters 4 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Touhill Performing Arts Center | $29–$69 touhill.org >> The witty and provocative theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel The Screwtape Letters returns to the Touhill.

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>>>12/7 WINTER WONDERLAND AT THE CHESHIRE

11 a.m.–3 p.m. | The Cheshire, 7036 Clayton Ave. $10–$20 | restaurant-stl.com Join the Cheshire for a fun-filled, family-friendly holiday event with a spread of seasonal food favorites and beverages, including hot chocolate, eggnog and apple cider.

anticipation and anxiety: Will this one have the magic touch? For Frozen, the answer is yes, quite literally.

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale The Snow Queen, the movie follows royal sisters Anna and Elsa, the latter of whom turns everything she touches to ice. Elsa’s power is secret, and when she flees after accidentally plunging their Scandinavian kingdom into eternal winter, Anna and a motley crew venture through the frozen wilderness to bring her back and melt the ice. The film is visually beautiful, and the perky animated characters, though not instant classics, are lovable. Although the songs were a little more popinfluenced than I prefer in Disney, they clearly struck a chord with the kids who were humming the tunes as they bounded out of the theater. (And they’ve been stuck in my head ever since.)

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? Yes. —R.K.

12/5–12/22 hannah senesh

New Jewish Theatre | $35–$39 | newjewishtheatre.org

12/6–12/15 an almost perfect murder The Tesseract Theatre Company | Free tesseracttheatre.org

12/7 the mini ring

1 p.m. | Union Avenue Opera | Free unionavenueopera.org

12/5–12/8 a christmas carol

Fox Theatre | $20–$42 | fabulousfox.com

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[ MUSIC ] 12/5 umsl classic holiday concert

7:30 p.m. | Touhill Performing Arts Center | Free | touhill.org

12/10 michael bolton

8 p.m. | River City Casino | $45–$75 | rivercity.com

12/12 frank sinatra birthday tribute show and dinner Tony Viviano | 6:30–10 p.m. | Four Seasons Country Club | $35 fourseasonswinery.com

12/13 martina mcbride: the joy of christmas

7:30 p.m. | Fox Theatre | $40–$95 | fabulousfox.com

the st. louis children’s choirs holiday concert 2013 3 p.m. | Powell Hall | $12–$50 powellhall.com >> Enjoy a St. Louis family holiday tradition! Six ensembles of talented young singers of the St. Louis Children’s Choirs perform holiday favorites and works by master composers.

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The Vickars kept many of the home's architectural details, including these stained glass windows.

The Vickar home's unique 'V' wall.

VICTORIOUS RENOVATION in Olivette by rebecca koenig | photos by suzy gorman

After a decade in University City, Aaron (a financial advisor) and Cynthia Vickar (an interior designer) went looking for a family home they could remodel to their tastes. They bought a 1917 house in Olivette and polished it into a Gothic jewel with bold artwork and playful bedrooms for their three young kids.

Q | Tell me about the renovation process.

AV | The perfect house for us is a beautiful home that needed a lot of work. I think we really lucked out. The outside is beautiful; to find a stone house these days is not easy. It's a great neighborhood and a good school district. Basically we renovated the whole house; everything you see has been redone. When we saw it, we knew it needed extensive work.

My wife is an interior designer. Right away she knew exactly what we could do. As far as putting it all together, this was her project. We moved in September 2012.

CV | On the first floor, we have a whole new kitchen. It was originally two bedrooms and a full bath. We didn't need the bedrooms downstairs, so we got rid of those, and we're all upstairs together. I wanted to keep as much of the integrity of the home as we could. We kept the stained glass windows. The home had been well taken care of and you could tell it had been loved. We had an opportunity to make it great.

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Q | The stained glass windows, beamed ceilings and dark interior give the house a Gothic feel.

CV | To me it always felt like it was a dark space. Upstairs I tried to lighten the bedrooms up. The common areas are darker, more tone on tone.

Q | The artwork you have displayed is striking.

AV | A lot of it is work Cynthia has done. My grandmother painted a lot of the pieces as well. The piece in the dining roomâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;my grandmother painted it. It's my wife's vision to put it all together.

Q | Your kids' rooms are beautiful, did they help pick out materials?

CV | I let them think they had input. When we started this project the kids were not even 6 yet. I talked to them about colors for their rooms. I created story boards. They would get super excited.

Q | What is your favorite room?

CV | I think my favorite room is probably the girls' room. I think it's one of the sweetest spaces I've ever seen.

AV | I do a lot of work at night from the kitchen. There's a big brown leather chair, I can work from there. As a family room, it's nice to go in the sun room, the couch is large enough for

everyone to sit in. It's a tie between kitchen and living room. I think those rooms are so unlike other roomsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;those are the ones

that really stand out as special rooms.

Q | The kitchen is full of unique features.

CV | The giant calendar, that is just to keep our lives together.

I got that frame at an auction and built the calendar so it looks nice and not chaotic. That's our command central. The hanging shelves for our everyday dishes, that was important to me. Because the house is dark, I did not want upper cabinetry. I found a company out of New York, and with the gentleman there I designed it. We had those made, it took a very long time. It's very open and very airy. Everything in the room is dark so that was a way to keep me from getting claustrophobic. Those bold pendants were some of the first things I picked up for our house. They're beautiful when they're lit and they're beautiful when they aren't. They're the crown jewel in the kitchen. We are in there, I would say, as a family, 75 to 80 percent of the time. That's where the kids watch television and play games.

Q | Tell me about the master bathroom.

CV | We have an open contact shower, no door to the shower.

I really wanted a beautiful floor. Each tile is hand-painted. That was where I kind of splurged, on that floor. I searched and searched and ended up finding this company with beautiful hand-painted tiles. It's a warm bathroom.

THIS PAGE: The living room has an 'art wall'; the master bathroom has an open shower OPPOSITE PAGE CLOCKWISE : The master bedroom; the girl's bedroom; the kitchen, "command central", with giant calendar at left

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Q | I've never seen anything like your V wall.

CV | I started that collection five years ago. I just kept collecting when I'd go to flea markets and antiques malls.

Anywhere we'd vacation, we'd search for Vs.

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sales for eight years when she decided it was time for a job that required less travel and gave her a sense of community. So she got her real estate license and joined Janet McAfee in 2007—just as the market crashed. What seemed like bad timing hasn’t stopped her from becoming a top agent, exceeding $45 million in sales despite the challenging marketplace. Lane, who grew up in New Berlin, Ill., now lives in Ladue with husband Rich and their two daughters.

“I knew almost immediately that real estate was the right career for me. My first sale, I helped a young couple buy their very first house. I truly felt as if I’d made a positive difference in their lives.

My least favorite part of the job is when my buyers end up in a multiple-contract situation.

It’s stressful and emotional for all involved.

Right now I know several buyers who are desperate to get into a new home, but the inventory in some markets is very low. So I think some segments of the market are improving. We’re simply out of homes to show!

If you trust your agent, listen to her advice. If you don’t, find someone you can trust.

In any market, price, condition and location sell homes. We can control only price and condition.

If your home has been on the market awhile without selling, you have to do something different to make it stand out.

To be a successful agent, you must be willing to do what the competition is not.

That, and learning absolutely everything you can about the current market, are paramount.

I work all the time. I’m constantly examining the market, the trends, etc., so I know what’s going on. It would be impossible for me to do what I do if I spent only a few hours a day focusing on it.

This industry is competitive and very demanding. If you want to excel, you must put in the time—and a lot of it. I can’t recall a week since I began that I’ve put in less than 40 hours.

It can be a stressful business. I’m still working on how to unwind at the end of a crazy day. It helps to spend as much time as possible with my girls and husband.”

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ST. LOUIS $169,000 4386 West Pine, Unit 1W 2 Beds, 1 Bath NEW LISTING

SAInT ALBAnS I $650,000 563 Deer Valley Court 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths NEW LISTING

TROy $1,690,000 395 Highway V 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full & 3 Half Baths

WILDWOOD $579,900 17720 Greystone Terrace Drive 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full & 2 Half Baths

CLAyTOn I $2,295,000 38 West Brentmoor Park 5 Bedrooms, 6.5 Baths

SAInT LOUIS $425,000 4141 West Pine Boulevard 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths

10 Overbrook Drive, Ladue Offered at $2,175,000.

72 Clermont Lane, Ladue Offered at $839,000.

10 Country Life Acres, Town & Country Offered at $1,175,000.

7564 Wydown Boulevard, Unit 2A, Clayton Offered at $299,000.

5105 Lindell Boulevard, CWE Offered at $1,849,000.

7571 Wellington Way, Unit 3D, Clayton Offered at $120,000.

916 Bluff Road, Pevely Offered at $469,000.

2158 East Drive, Crystal Lake Park Offered at $449,500.

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NEIGHBORHOOD GEMS by rebecca koenig | photos by bill barrett

TOWER GROVE SOUTH

LOCAL HARVEST GROCERY>>

There’s good food, and then there’s good food. Local Harvest Grocery store wants people to know the difference.

For nearly seven years, the small market has offered seasonal, sustainable and local products to St. Louisans hungry for ethical edibles. “Our mission is to create a vibrant local food community,” says store manager Anne Tkach.

Local Harvest grew out of the Tower Grove Farmers Market, whose market master wanted a nearby venue for farmers to sell their wares all year. The store strives to stock agricultural products from within a 150-mile radius of the city; the outer limit is 300 miles. “Ultimately we try to have things from as close by as possible, to cut down on the carbon footprint of items,” Tkach says. Tower Grove South residents are enthusiastic customers, according to Tkach.

“I meet a lot of folks shopping for eggs that are humanely raised and milk with no hormones or antibiotics.”

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AMSTERDAM TAVERN>>

If a bar’s full of guys at 7 a.m. on a Sunday morning, you might assume they’re ending a late night, not starting a new day. But at Amsterdam Tavern, customers arrive early on the weekends to watch English Premiere League football matches—that’s soccer to us Yanks.

Founded in 2008, the pub serves craft beer and sports games at normal hours, too, and hungry fans can bring their own food or order burgers and hot dogs from The Dam, the diner next door. But mornings seem to bring the action.

Shortly after sunrise, players in the recreational St. Louis Soccer Club gather with doughnuts to cheer on their teams.

“For the average Liverpool game, there will be 25 people there, some wiping sleep out of their eyes, some jumping right into bloody marys and beer,” says club member Eric Freeman.

Freeman says the tavern is involved with the community, more so than the average neighborhood bar. “These guys take that pretty seriously,” he says. Amsterdam Tavern recently hosted a trivia night to raise money for New Dimensions, a youth outreach soccer program. “They’ve always impressed me, not just the fact that they run a good bar,” Freeman says. “They recognize you and know you, and they’re just good people in general.”

TOWER GROVE PARK PAVILIONS>>

The brightly painted Victorian pavilions that dot the landscape of Tower Grove Park serve the same purposes they did a century ago: Visitors rest in their shade, tuck into picnics under their awnings and enjoy concerts performed

on their stages. From special occasions to Sunday strolls, these ornate relics anchor the 19th-century vision for Tower Grove as a public pleasure park.

Henry Shaw, the Missouri Botanical Garden founder who donated land to the project in 1868, commissioned St. Louis architects Eugene Greenleaf, Henry Thiele, and Francis Tunica to design the pavilions. Since 1872, concerts have been held under the red-roofed music stand encircled by busts of famous composers. Inspired by an ancient Roman bathing facility, the Pool Pavilion was built in 1914 and restored in 1997 with money from the Gateway Foundation, while the Chinese Pavilion has sheet metal dragons on its roof and the Turkish Pavilion has a candy-striped cover.

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maryland walk penthouse | clayton 3 bedrooms, 3½ baths $1,775,000 no. 17c represents the last opportunity to customize a penthouse in maryland walk. east & west exposures.

new listinG! 23 lenox place | central west end 6 bedrooms, 3½ baths $1,100,000 Glamorous & stunning residence with historical significance on a double lot. 1st floor sunroom addition.

673 pine cone ct. | town and country 4 bedrooms, 3 full & 2 half baths $979,000 special home offers 2 master bedroom suites, 6,749 sq. ft. plus expansive lower level & updated kitchen.

4976 pershinG place | central west end 6 bedrooms, 4½ baths $899,000 enjoy the charm & elegance of this world’s fair era manse with timeless updates in every room.

38 beacon hill | creVe coeur 4 bedrooms, 4 baths $649,900 unique & completely updated historic home on 2.33 acres. the home’s centerpiece is an 1860’s log cabin.

4466 west pine #24-f & G | central west end 2 bedrooms, 2½ baths $595,000 executive penthouse. amazing views of the city & arch.

Private balcony. Beautifully finished. Garage parking.

2311 saint clair aVenue | brentwood 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths $589,900 beautifully updated home with 3-level addition & many environmentally friendly features. new family room.

7316 kinGsbury blVd. | uniVersity city 5 bedrooms, 2½ baths $585,000 sophisticated & charming home in sought-after university Hills offers a family room addition & finished LL.

13039 pembrooke Valley | town and country 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths $549,900 former display home in a quiet, gated community features a light-filled, open floor plan. Cozy sun room.

new listinG! 1281 lay road | ladue 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths $547,000 beautifully updated with gourmet kitchen. hardwood floors on 1st & 2nd floors. Large LL rec/family room.

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515 north & south rd. #3c | uniVersity city 2 bedrooms, 2 baths $489,000 beautiful two-story penthouse condo with grand staircase custom built for the original developer.

41 northcote | brentwood 5 bedrooms, 3½ baths $475,000 newer home located in popular york Village is just what you have been waiting for! offers 3,000+ sq. ft.

4042 alt road | wildwood 4 bedrooms, 3 baths $469,000 Light-filled, open & spacious home on 3.81 acres is ideal for entertaining & everyday living! Glass sun room.

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$750,000 827 Millfield Court Dielmann Sotheby’s Intl Realty Agent: Mary Rosenblum Price per square foot: $222.16

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$950,000 8253 Parkside Drive, No. 2A Dielmann Sotheby’s Intl Realty Agent: Sabrina Robb Price per square foot: $392.24

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12116 Carberry Place ~ ToWn & CounTry 6 Beds | 4.5 Baths | $1,150,000

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$381,500 538 Locust Court RE/MAX Results Agent: Sandie Hea Price per square foot: $210.54

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20 Georgian acres ~ FronTenaC 5 Beds | 4 Full, 2 Half Baths | $824,900

$1.25 million 3 Lakeside Green Drive Laura McCarthy-Clayton Agent: Robert Rosenfeld Price per square foot: $320.84

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$567,000 14 Colonial Hills Parkway Dielmann Sotheby’s Intl Realty Agent: Denise Ryckman Price per square foot: $198.11

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$470,000 26 Middlesex Drive Janet McAfee Agent: Susan Maher Price per square foot: $193.50

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St. Albans ~ $5,750,000 Estate w/exceptional views atop Bluffs of St. Albans. 10,000+sf of living space.

Ladue ~ $2,300,000 Private Ladue estate on nearly 3 acres.

5br/6.5ba, pool, indoor basketball court.

Ladue ~ $1,795,000 3-year-old Rehnquist-built, cul-de-sac off Ladueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gold Coast, Litzsinger Road.

Ladue ~ $1,575,000 Rehnquist-built 1.5 story, 4br/5ba 5,400sf, 2-story gour kit. & hearth room.

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Wildwood ~ $969,000 1.5 story Cape Cod, 1+ acres, timber frame, post & beam w/Babler Park views.

2325 TodforTh Way Town and Country ~ $775,000 1.5 story, 5br/4.5ba, a finished walkout lower level, and a 3-car garage.

24 Muirfield lane Town and Country ~ $695,000 Views of 12th hole of Bellerive CC, 4br/2ba w/unlimited potential.

309 GreyCliff bluff drive

Oakville ~ $575,000 Exemplary finishes with amazing views, main floor master, 4,062sf, 3-car garage.

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University City ~ $354,900 4 bedroom w/master suite, formal living room, 1st floor family room, sunroom.

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DEAR HOMEWORK,

I just bought my first house and really need help with curb appeal. Not sure when, but someone enclosed the front porch. Even though the extra space inside is nice, the outside needs help! What can I do to gain a front entrance again—something that matches the rest of the house maybe? I am on a budget, so would like a suggestion that doesn’t kill the bank.

———THANKS, APPEALING FOR CURB APPEAL

DEAR APPEALING FOR CURB APPEAL,

I often receive requests like yours and wonder about the best way to answer them. I am going to suggest a three-tiered approach to possible changes to your home. You can judge for yourself how far you want to take things.

PHASE 1 | The first scheme shows a landscape-only response that requires very little expense but packs considerable impact. The use of four large terra-cotta pots turns the very wide entry walk into an instant formal garden. Clipped boxwoods provide year-round foliage, while sweet potato vines and red geraniums add a feeling of abundance. An additional line of bright flowers underplant the existing bushes, drawing the eye horizontally and making the property appear wider. These modest changes give the home a more charming and ‘cared for’ feel.

PHASE 2 | The next step adds additional architectural elements, including a bold canvas awning and a long flower box. The clumsily enclosed porch needs some modification, and these two elements are quick additions that draw the eye away from the unfortunate scalloped shingles. Add tall evergreens to frame the home and block the view of the neighboring backyards.

PHASE 3 | The final step simplifies the detailing around the front door and replaces the weak Tudor gable detailing with a more appropriate Craftsman look. In addition, the entry walk is stained a charcoal gray to add a touch of elegance, while darker gray on the house adds a look of sophistication.

These changes can be done separately over time and require only modest skills. Taken together, they result in a more tailored appearance that makes the best of the home’s assets and shows homeowners with similar conditions an incremental approach to remodeling.

HOMEWORK IS PENNED BY PAUL DOERNER, PRESIDENT, THE LAWRENCE GROUP. IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR HOME CRITIQUED, CONTACT US AT HOMEWORK@TOWNANDSTYLE.COM

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by stephanie zeilenga MANY ST. LOUIS SUBURBANITES venture downtown only for sporting events or concerts, but Dan Becker, who moved to the area two years ago, loves the neighborhood for its cool urban feel, its mix of eclectic restaurants and nightlife, and the pedestrian lifestyle it provides.

Q. WHAT FIRST ATTRACTED YOU TO THE AREA? A. It has everything. I was working downtown and I just liked

the neighborhood, its feel and the loft style of living. I looked at other places to live, but the lofts were the coolest thing.

Q. WHAT MAKES LIVING DOWNTOWN DIFFERENT FROM LIVING IN OTHER AREAS OF ST. LOUIS? A. It has a city feel, and the only place you can really get that is downtown. I can walk down the street to FleishmanHillard, where I work, and it’s super convenient.

And it’s probably the best place to live for a St. Louis sports lover. I can walk to Blues and Cardinals games. Experiencing that World Series win in October 2011, when I first moved downtown, was incredible.

Q. ARE THERE MANY AMENITIES IN THE

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NEIGHBORHOOD? A. I just moved two months ago to 10th and Olive, which is a block from Culinaria, Schnuck’s downtown market. So I have a grocery store a block away and a ton of bars and restaurants nearby—burgers, sushi, even a jambalaya place that’s really good. And there are a lot of new developments happening, like MX Movies. Now I can walk to see a movie after work.

Q. HAS THE AREA CHANGED MUCH IN THE TWO YEARS

YOU’VE LIVED THERE? A. It has. I feel like the number of people and the businesses that have opened up have increased a lot, with the MX theater being the most notable.

Q. WHAT’S THE MOST MEMORABLE THING YOU’VE EXPERIENCED LIVING DOWNTOWN? A. The 2011 World Series win. I was at the game and going back to Washington Avenue, with people partying in the streets, cars honking and people celebrating everywhere—I’ll always remember that.

Q. WOULD YOU EVER CONSIDER RELOCATING? A. If I had to live somewhere else, it would be the Central

West End. But the loft-style apartments downtown, with the exposed brick and industrial look—you can’t get that anywhere else in St. Louis.

[ downtown destinations ] BEST RESTAURANT>> Bailey’s Range. The beer selection and the burgers are amazing, and it’s just so convenient. I eat there pretty often.

BEST PLACE TO HANG OUT WITH FRIENDS>> The Side Bar or Hair of the Dog

417 South Fillmore Avenue | $524,900

939 Golf Course Drive | $269,500 University City

MOST UNIQUE BUSINESS>> The Collective MX. It’s a boutique co-op, so you can buy things from all these different boutiques in one spot.

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BEST PLACE TO GET OUTDOORS>> The riverfront, right by the Arch.

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BEST PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK>> The Flying Saucer. The beer selection is incredible. The people there are super friendly, too, and it’s right next to the stadium.

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C. VATTEROTT REAL ESTATE COMPANY Chris Vatterott Our top residential sale for the year was a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath charmer with 2,300 square-feetof space in University City for $520,000.

972 Warson Road | 314.280.8080

DIELMANN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY Ted Wight In May 2013, I closed on a $3 million Bernoudy-designed home on 18-plus acres in Town & Country. It was one of the top five sales in St. Louis this year.

8301 Maryland Ave., Ste. 100 | 314.607.5555 stlouisstyleblog.com

Robb Partners, Dave and Sabrina Robb There are so many great things about each property and with more than 30 sales this year equaling nearly $25 million it is impossible to choose.

8301 Maryland Ave., No. 100 | 314.727.2001 314.881.3902 | robbpartners.com

Kathy Wienstroer I had the pleasure of selling one of Webster Park’s finest historic homes, 436 Oakwood Ave. 8301 Maryland Ave., Ste. 100 | 314.495.1285 dielmannsothebysrealty.com

Mary Rosenblum My top sale of 2013 was a beautiful country French home in Ladue on 2 acres that sold for $3.2 million.

Happily, it sold in just six weeks!

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GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE Gina Bundy and Stephanie Connell Under contract in just seven days and closed in less than 45 days from coming on the market, 3 Saint Andrews Drive, in St. Louis Country Club grounds, is a Maritz & Young home with more than 10,000 square feet that sold for $3.2 million.

8227 Maryland Ave. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

Wayne Norwood and Ben Patton The ‘big stone house’ at No. 9 Carrswold, is 10,000 square feet of flawless attention to luxury and function. In more than five years, it was only the second home in Clayton to sell for more than $3 million.

[2013 TOP SALE compiled by meredith schuh

JANET MCAFEE REAL ESTATE Christy Thompson Each sale was a ‘top sale’ for me. My success in 2013 was due to pricing my listings well, negotiating strong for my clients, and working with wonderful buyers and sellers.

9889 Clayton Road | 314.974.6140 janetmcafee.com/christythompson

LAURA MCCARTHY REAL ESTATE Joan Schnoebelen and Megan Rowe The prominent home at 85 Trent Drive is configured around a glorious courtyard/patio with most rooms in the unique floor plan framed by windows that take full advantage of the superb outdoor space. It was a pleasure to sell.

2730 N. Ballas Road | 314.569.1177 | lauramccarthy.com

Anne Hizar 620 N. Taylor has the feel of an English manor home with a setting to match: stone facade, tile roof, boxwood hedges, flagstone terraces and park-like views.

29 The Boulevard | 314.725.5100 | lauramccarthy.com

Keith Manzer and Sarah Partlow We acted as both the listing and selling agents in our top sale this year at 8025 Maryland Ave., 16C. This one-of-a-kind penthouse boasts sweeping views of downtown Clayton and St. Louis.

29 The Boulevard | 314.725.5100 | 314.569.1177 lauramccarthy.com

PRUDENTIAL SELECT PROPERTIES Jen Ross Cross My top sale was a custom-built home on a 1-acre wooded setting in Creve Coeur featured a dynamite gourmet kitchen and fully finished lower-level complete with home gym and entertainment area.

The buyer got a truly a private retreat.

7721 Clayton Road | 314.313.1779 | rosscross.com

RED KEY REALTY LEADERS

8227 Maryland Ave. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

DeeDee Tate and Ann Farwell Our most interesting and fun sale of the year was Stan Musial’s former home. This special house was filled with wonderful memories and now our clients intend to create their own!

Holly Gerchen My top sale of 2013 was 47 Countryside Lane in Ladue. It is a wonderful home and sold for $2 million.

10333 Clayton Road | 314.692.7200 | hollygerchen.com

8227 Maryland Ave. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

Ann Wroth and Holly Bry 422 N. Warson Road came on the market for sale in 2010, a terrible year in real estate. With cooperative and loyal sellers, we are excited to report this beautiful home sold in 2013.

8227 Maryland Ave. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com

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125 North Hanley - Clayton - $539,000

the charm of a historic New England has been retained with great additions. The open Floor plan of the first floor has two fireplaces, a large dining room, and a built-in sound system, creating the ideal venue for hospitality. Terrific, finished third floor!

1100 South Spoede - Frontenac - $450,000

16 Ellsworth Lane - Ladue - $719,000 With five-plus bedrooms and just under an acre, this charming home is perfect for your family! The formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room with two built-ins and the large outdoor patio sets the scene for entertainment. The family room overlooks a beautiful lot, while the first floor sitting room could be used as a sixth bedroom. A separate first floor office -- lots of special nooks in this house -- allows mom or dad to work from home. Located on a private tree-filled lot on a popular street in Ladue, this charmer is close to shopping, restaurants, and more.

A private one-acre setting is the perfect back drop for this special property including two homes. The main home is a one+ bedroom, two-bath cottage with a lovely brick terrace and screened porch. The pool and guest home with bedroom, vaulted great room and full basement, are Bernoudy designed.

2 Bellerive Country Club - T & C - $2,295,000

built to true Georgian Revival architectural design, this home is poised on over three acres. Screened garden pavilion designed with the exact footprint measurements of Monticello’s garden and finished lower level. All this and so much more.

5 Shelbourne Wood Ct. - Weldon Spring - $599,900

Richly appointed with breathtaking views of Whitmoor’s private golf hole #9. Open and airy is the interior: gourmet kitchen with granite tops. Center island and more than spacious breakfast room opens to a wrap-around deck and screened porch. Dramatic vaulted great room with stone fireplace, wood floors and a wall of windows.

Clayton - 314.725.5100

8062 South Dr. - Richmond Heights -$1,095,000

truly a rare opportunity to live in a community rich in history and social tradition. this meticulously maintained, three-bedroom, English Tudor boasts quite the majestic street presence while inside is filled with elegant spaces. You’ll enjoy the charming all-seasons room and the sophisticated updates and system replacements throughout.

Terrazzo floors, period millwork only begin to describe the intricate detail.

www.lauramccarthy.com

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