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Managing editor Stephanie Zeilenga enjoyed a whiskey tasting at Gamlin Whiskey House, where guests sipped on Yellowstone Select Bourbon, Blood Oath Pact No. 2 and The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey.

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APDA Golf Classic May 16, 2016

Algonquin Golf Club

The APDA Golf Classic in Memory of Jack Buck takes place May 16 at Algonquin Golf Club. Pictured on the cover: honorary chair John Mozeliak, vice president and general manager of the St. Louis Cardinals; tournament co-chairs Annemarie and Matt Schumacher; and master of ceremonies Tom Ackerman, sports director of KMOX. For more information and tickets, call 636.778.3377 or visit stlapda.org.

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from the editor's desk This issue’s parenting column is in the form of a letter, from father to daughter, about prom. My first thought when reading it was, Things sure have changed a lot since I went to prom. Exclamation point. That’s because the imaginary dad writing this letter says things like, “set good boundaries with boys” and “I believe in you.”

When I was a teen, most dads didn’t talk to their daughters about boys—that was a mom’s job, if it was anyone’s job at all. Sex simply was not openly discussed between parent and child. But more significant, you would not often find a parent who left it to their child to set boundaries—whether that child was male or female. Parents knew best, and they imposed curfews and rules from above, in a spare-the-rod, spoil-the-child attitude.

Trying to keep kids away from today’s cultural influences, rife with sexuality and permissiveness, is about as effective as suppressing sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll was in the ’70s. So back to our parenting column advice: You really do have to trust that you’ve somehow raised your offspring to be confident enough to listen to their instincts and make good decisions.

Kids today are going to do what they’re going to do, pretty much just like they have in every generation (doesn’t everyone have ‘a sleepover at Marsha’s house’?). The question really is, Have you, as a parent, done your job the past 17 or 18 years?

If you have, prom is the ultimate test of their mettle—and the time to say, I believe in you.

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Support Dogs Inc., a local nonprofit that helps people achieve mobility and independence through assistance dogs, has received a generous $1 million

grant from the Berges Family Foundation. The

foundation, also local, invests in strengthening all aspects of the St. Louis community.

Kudos to this year's Saint Louis Visionary Awards honorees: Stacy West, DeAndrea Nichols, Phoebe Dent Weil, Priscilla Block, Sabina England and Denise Thimes. The awards recognize women who have made major contributions to the arts. They will be celebrated at an event April 25 with entertainment by former Alvin Ailey Company lead dancer Alicia Graf Mack and SLSO principal trumpet Karin Bliznik. photo courtesy of Goldfarb School of Nursing

I’ve always been a good test taker. I never had a problem with test anxiety, always made sure I had enough time to prepare for the subject to be tested, and actually did fine, regardless of whether the test was multiple choice, fill-in-the blank or essay. The only tests that have caused problems are those they say you can’t fail: personality tests.

Actually, they don’t call them personality tests anymore. They disguise them with names like ‘human metrics’ or ‘personality inventories,’ but really what they are doing is judging you and your behavior. I took one of these tests more than 30 years ago and was so emotionally scarred from the results I’ve avoided them successfully until the last couple of years. But now that I am trying to figure out what I want to do with the second half of my life, the first place to start is apparently with one of these tests.

First up is the Myers-Briggs. For years, I’ve heard people rattle off things like, “Well, it is hard for me to work with them because I’m an INTJ and she’s an ESTJ.” (Don’t contact me if I have this all wrong and those two people should work really well together; my memory is not that good). I never had anything to add to those conversations (well, other than I thought the person they were talking about was just smarter than them, so that was probably the real issue). I never really wanted to know my ‘letters’—or anyone’s for that matter. I had to get along with everyone at work, and with two small kids at home, I didn’t have the time to figure out everybody’s working style so I could adapt to it. (Oh, who am I kidding?

I had plenty of time to figure out how to get along better with others, I was just stubborn and thought if the job got done, who cares if we didn’t really like each other?)

Anyway, I recently took the Myers-Briggs test and I am an ENTJ, which means I am driving, critical and assertive, among other characteristics. But here’s the deal: I don’t want to be those things. I would rather be an INFP, which means I would be compassionate, creative and empathic! I really think if I re-took the test I could answer the questions to at least get closer to empathic and further from critical. But apparently they discourage you from trying to skew the results. Seems unfair, especially if you feel as passionate about it as I do!

I am participating in a course, and they asked us to take another personality test. I thought for sure I had this one all figured out. I would answer honestly but try to take it so I would end up the person I wanted to be, not the person I am. Well, I got the results and now I am not sure who I am.

The test, which was a survey of character strengths— offered through an accredited university, I might add—showed my top strength as being ‘humor and playfulness.’ The second was ‘creativity, ingenuity and originality.’ Where was fairness, leadership or justice?

None of those were even in my top five. What? I need to go back to the Myers-Briggs test and see if perhaps those characteristics were included in my ENTJ category.

Maybe that test was right? Actually, maybe I should just stop taking these tests and go back to the way I was before: clueless with an undefined personality except for what people said behind my back. Yes, that’s what I will do.

A glimpse at what’s going on around St. Louis and beyond.

Congrats to Det. Thomas Exline, at left, who was named by the Creve Coeur Olivette Chamber of Commerce as 2015

Police Officer of the Year. He joined the

department in 2005 and has been part of the Creve Coeur Police Investigations Bureau since 2013. Exline was recognized for his success in resolving cases and his compassion toward victims and their families.

We bid a fond farewell to local philanthropist Norma Stern, who passed away March 15 at the age of 89. A Woman of Achievement, Stern served as board president of the Barnes Hospital Auxiliary, was the first chairperson of Doorways Red (fundraiser to provide housing for HIV patients), on the advisory board of Siteman Cancer Center and on the Barnes Jewish Hospital Foundation Board. pictured: Norma Stern with Dr. Michael Bleich

Former St. Louisans Louis and Marjorie Susman were back in town recently to share their experiences. At a fireside chat in Washington University's Whittemore House, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom Louis Susman (J.D. '62) discussed world affairs, and in a special tea event, Marjorie Susman discussed her book, Letters from London: Tales of an Ambassador's Wife. pictured: Louis Susman, left, with former classmate Thomas Lowther

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by alexa beattie Contrary to what most people think, Parkinson Disease (PD) doesn’t always present as impaired motor function, but it sometimes manifests in subtler ways–a diminished sense of smell, a soft voice or tiny handwriting. Motor symptoms include tremors, rigidity and instability. There are 1.5 million people in the United States who have the neurological disorder caused by a lack of the chemical dopamine in the brain.

“It is rare to meet someone who doesn’t have a connection to the illness,” says Debbie Guyer, executive director of the Greater St. Louis Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA). “The numbers these days are astronomical.” (In the U.S., a new Parkinson’s diagnosis occurs every 9 minutes). Guyer says increased longevity may account for the rise, but adds that research done over the past few years has shown that simple exercise (for example, tai chi and swimming) may slow the disease’s progression. “I’ve seen people who once couldn’t stand up to put on their trousers be able to balance perfectly on one leg after a few months of daily movement ,” Guyer says.

As a result, the St. Louis chapter, based at the Parkinson Resource Center in Chesterfield, now offers a robust schedule of free classes and programs throughout the bi-state region, supported entirely by donations, grants and fundraisers. “If you receive a Parkinson’s diagnosis, it is so important to know that there is a huge network of support in our area,” says Matt Schumacher, first vice president of the chapter’s executive board, whose own mother has lived with the disease for the past 15 years.

“There are hundreds of people around St. Louis who can help others live full and active lives.”

The upcoming Golf Classic in Memory of Jack Buck (Buck himself suffered from PD), is the chapter’s largest annual fundraiser, taking place May 16 at Algonquin Golf Club in Glendale.

Cocktails, dinner and live auction follow. There will be an audience Q&A session with John Mozeliak, general manager of the St. Louis Cardinals, and Tom Ackerman, sports director at KMOX. “We are so grateful for Mozeliak’s continued support of the APDA,” Schumacher says.

“He will provide incredible insight into the Cardinals’ upcoming season and what we can expect from the team. It’s a great event all around.” Later in the evening, Dr. Joel Perlmutter, medical director of the St. Louis chapter and director of the Advanced Center for Parkinson Research at Washington University Medical School, will provide an overview of current progress toward a cure.

An individual with Parkinson’s also will speak. Auction items, Guyer says, will be one-of-a-kind gifts and getaways. Mozeliak is honorary chairman of the event; Ackerman is master of ceremonies.

Matt and Annemarie Schumacher are event co-chairs.

Schumacher says his family has turned to the APDA many times for invaluable support, and the organization has helped bring a lot of joy to his mother’s life. He says the tournament and the funds it raises will help thousands of families in the St. Louis area who are living with the challenges of the disease.

“Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all affected people, and to provide funding for ongoing research,” Guyer says. “We are trying to empower people, to help them realize they can take control of their lives.” The greater St. Louis chapter is the largest in the country, holding 50 support groups for anyone touched by the disease and 15 ongoing exercise classes across Missouri and southern central Illinois. In addition to tai chi, boxing, and standing and sitting exercise classes, the center also has a resource library and speaker series. april 6, 2016 | townandstyle.com

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AFFTON

The residents of Affton have taken in about a dozen exchange students from the Duchy of Pamelonia, a remote and rarely mentioned region in the Alps along the SwissGerman border that somehow escaped the cataclysm

the 280-some acres owned by the Busch Family Trust.

They had approached the zoo as early as 2013. The zoo was concerned about the likelihood of protracted litigation, while Billy likened the situation to a simple family ‘squabble.’ In any event, it’s a potentially historic

for April 23 and 24. As everyone should know by now, Stages is based in Chesterfield nowadays, not Kirkwood, with shows staged at Samuel R. Goldstein Performance Hall (which is in Kent Center for Theatre Arts, on the perimeter road at Chesterfield Mall).

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of 20th-century upheaval, including two world wars.

(Think Lichtenstein.) Goats are revered in this tiny principality, which is much less than a third the size of St. Louis County. Goats are also a very big deal here among the exchange students from Pamelonia, and as honored as the sacred cows of India. Suffice it to say; nary a goat is served on a plate over there. As a rite of spring, the goats are celebrated every April, and the Pamelonians have trained the goats over the centuries not quite to become circus animals, but to become agile. (They also remain a very popular dowry item, by the way.) The somewhat obscure climbing goats of Pamelonia are nimble enough to climb trees, and the exchange students in Affton managed to herd the full complement of goats in Affton that they have skillfully trained in just a few months to climb into one tree!

Perhaps we failed to mention that the Goat Fest is every April 1—you know, April Fool’s Day? Well, maybe you can catch it next year.

Those who were wishing that Grant’s Farm would become akin to the Saint Louis Zoo South Annex or the like will, for the time being, have to wish for something else. The zoo has withdrawn its $27 million offer for the complex where Clydesdales roam and other exotic animals frolic on property that has become a tugof-war among the Busch clan. After all, the ancestral manse is here. Billy Busch, brewer of Kräftig, has floated a comprehensive business plan that includes everything from a large pavilion and small brewery to a honeybee colony. He’s also shared it with his siblings and with the media via a splashy news release featuring renderings by Fox Architects (shown). The farm would remain free to enter but would stay open year-round, weather permitting. Meanwhile, Billy’s plans for the facility are supported by only one other of the Busch siblings, Adolphus. The other four, who favored the zoo deal, are digging in their heels about what to do with

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disagreement that doesn’t seem to this layman to have an easy way out. Unless the court case is really just the simple probate matter that some reportedly believe it could be.

Stages Triple Threats, Stages’ troupe of younger young people, will be staging Roald Dahl’s James and The Giant Peach … with a Jr. tagged onto the end. You may remember the 1961 book and 1996 movie based on this poignant and quirky Dahl tale, which one reviewer gave a thumbs-up despite a few ‘treacly’ songs. One could argue that even The Sound of Music has a treacly song or two, so what musical doesn’t? Performances are slated

CHESTERFIELD

It smelled like, to those who caught a whiff of it, a forest fire not so far, far away. Or worse, a house afire nearby.

It was neither. Grass fires many hundreds of miles to the west in Kansas and Oklahoma produced blinding smoke that was whisked into a cold front traversing the metro a week or so ago. Authorities say a controlled burn out yonder in Shannon County, 100 miles and change southwest of here, also contributed to the aroma that must have made plenty of people think that somebody, somewhere, was burning leaf piles against ordinance. Clayton was one municipality that emailed a news release to citizens, perhaps in hopes of slowing the rush of calls to 911 when there was no emergency in the vicinity. There was no fire here, just smoke. And not so much of that. The smoke itself had all but dissipated along the way, leaving in its wake an odor that was hard to miss, unless you happened to miss it. (I did; I must be olfactorily challenged.)

Rock ’n’ roll … at the library? Sounds like a marriage made in the netherworld.

But it’s part of the City Library’s ‘Not So Quiet!’ series, which happens at 7 p.m. every third Thursday in the auditorium at the Central Library downtown. Last month kids from Mozingo’s Rock University pulled together what they’d learned over eight weeks, including the most important element: ensemble playing. For most, the library was their first gig ever in front of an audience. What could a kid possibly want to be in a decade or two? President of the United States … a CEO … a well-paid athlete …

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There was no glass ceiling for Grace Slick, Bonnie Raitt or Demi Lovato. The next 7 p.m.—free; did we mention free?—show features the band Kingdom Men. Seating is first-come, first-served for the April 21 event.

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Those just whetting their penny whistles, as well as experienced bodhran players alike, are invited to workshops for Irish music players April 15 through 17th. Workshops will be held at Nerinx Hall High School in Webster Groves for the curious, and for veterans who just want to hone their technique. There also will be a concert that first evening at the Schlafly Taproom starting at 7:30 p.m. It’s all part of the 19th annual St. Louis Tionól, during which some of the world’s top traditional Irish musicians come to town for the three-day celebration, its centerpiece being an April 16 fiddle fest at Sheldon Concert Hall. Performing a prelude during the workshops at Nerinx, players of the aforementioned tin whistle and Irish drum also will appear in the Saturday night show. Pronounced ‘chunawl,’ tionól (ya gotta love a silent ‘t’) is the Irish word for a gathering, and organizers say it captures the spirit of the Auld Sod. Flute, harp and traditional dancers also will season the performances. Some have played a pub named John D. McGurk’s in that not-so-Irish, FrenchQuarter feeling neighborhood of The Lou, Soulard.

Intriguingly, part of the evening at the Tap Room is billed as ‘sessions.’ Aye. Does any St. Louis musician worth his grog, be he or she Irish or Orangeman, need much of an invitation to jam? [ TT Trivia ] Can goats really climb trees, or has our Affton photo been ‘shopped’?

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3-4 beets Salt and pepper Arugula Honey Sherry Vinaigrette (recipe below) Crumbled goat cheese Toasted almonds » Place whole beets in a baking pan. Fill with enough water to halfway cover beets. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with aluminum foil. » Bake at 350° F until tender (45 minutes to 1 hour). » Once cooled, peel and thinly slice beets. » Assemble salad: Fan sliced beets on plate, creating one uniform layer. Toss arugula in the vinaigrette (recipe below) and place in the middle of the plate on top of the beets. Scatter goat cheese around outside of arugula; top arugula with almonds.

Lightly drizzle vinaigrette around still exposed beets.

Right As Rain What could be more ‘right’ than rain? It is needed for crop growth, human survival and the continued existence of an inhabitable planet.

Yet it is thought the phrase had a somewhat different origin, one distinctly British. First recorded in 1894, the simile refers to the common, hence ‘right,’ weather condition in England: rain.

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Honey Sherry Vinaigrette

1 oz. shallot 1 T. garlic 3 oz. sherry vinegar 1 oz. honey Pinch of salt and pepper 1/2 c. salad oil » Roughly chop shallots and garlic. » Place everything except oil into a blender.

While blending, slowly incorporate oil.

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There’s nothing as chic as the perfect black dress.

Visit the Missouri History Museum to view dresses from the museum’s textile collection and learn all about the garment’s history, from its days as a symbol of mourning to its permanent place on the runway. Little Black Dress: From Mourning to Night runs now through Sept. 5.

All you hep jazz cats should head to The Touhill Performing Arts Center April 22 and 23. World-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli headlines the Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival, which also includes performances from the UMSL Jazz Ensemble.

Nibble on a variety of local and organic dishes at the 27th Annual St. Louis Earth Day Festival, which also will feature locally available sustainable products and services, live music, hands-on educational activities and more.

April 24 at Forest Park.

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[tech t lk by sheila burkett

Tech Talk: Work From Anywhere I have been known to work almost anywhere. I’ve signed a contract electronically while waiting in the examining room for my doctor. One spring, while watching my husband in a car race, I troubleshot a website issue, fixed the problem and continued recording lap times. My business partner actually codes while getting her hair colored. The advances in devices, cellular data speeds and wireless coverage make it easier than ever to be on the go and get things done. So where is the strangest place you have gotten work done?

Here are some mobile apps that can help you manage your kids, household, business or volunteer responsibilities while on the go.

➧ Cloud storage:

Keeping my data in the cloud and accessible anywhere is one of the top productivity technologies available to the masses. Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive or iCloud are all ways you can make your documents, photos and spreadsheets accessible anywhere you are able to access the internet.

Combining that with the ability to edit a document or spreadsheet on a mobile device makes it even better.

➧ Chat with your team or

family: Texting is fine, but group texts are frustrating.

That is where apps such as Slack or HipChat can help in remote communications with groups of people (the kids use an app called Kik the same way). Each can be used

on both desktop or mobile devices. I can be sitting at my son’s baseball game and stay on top of conversations happening at the office.

➧ Manage the business:

Capsule is a great tool for managing your contacts and sales leads. The best feature is that when I call from the phone app, it automatically will create a note that I made the call. Basecamp is a great way to communicate on projects with clients. As a Quickbooks Online user, I can see immediately which invoices are outstanding, create new estimates and review my Profit and Loss statement. Many banks now have mobile apps that allow you to take a picture of a check and deposit into your account.

As the weather gets warmer and the days longer, taking the time to be out and about has become so much easier with these new apps. I am sure you have a list of favorite apps you use every day to manage your life. Share your favorite mobile app with us!

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Pepose Vision will show you how patients just like you with the same pre-LASIK prescription consistently achieve terrific outcomes without glasses or contacts.

Check Out: Life Hack’s list of 10 Awesome Productivity Apps to Help Manage Your Life. lifehack.org/articles/ technology/10-awesomeproductivity-apps-helpmanage-your-hectic-life.html Try Out: Trello, which lets you organize and collaborate with others on a project. trello.com/tour

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by bill hester

The Chaminade high school state championship title capped another highlight-filled season for local athletes.

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Jayson Tatum’s high school basketball career rivals anyone’s in the history of St. Louis.

The Chaminade senior was a McDonald’s All-American and a Gatorade Player of the Year, and he played in numerous showcase tournaments against the best players in the country, of which he was certainly one.

The forward was the No. 2 ranked player nationally in the ESPN 100. But one thing was missing from Tatum’s glorious resume—and that was a high school state championship.

That changed March 18 as Tatum scored 40 points to help the Red Devils defeat Kickapoo 72-49 at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia. That put an exclamation point on Tatum’s stellar high school career and gave Chaminade its second straight title. jayson tatum The Red Devils also won in 2009.

“I couldn’t be prouder of these guys,” Chaminade coach Frank Bennett says. “We had a ton of talented guys, but they all were selfless and played for the better of the team. They put aside their egos and pride, and it resulted in a state title. It was a very tough road, and we played against some of the best coaches and teams around the country. We saw a lot of different defenses, and I think that helped prepare us for the state tournament.”

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The Red Devils certainly had a talented and athletic roster. A handful will continue their basketball careers in college, one player will play Division I football and another, Division I baseball.

But Tatum was the player in the spotlight, and he shined when the stage was brightest. He led the St. Louis area in scoring, with almost 30 points a game, but he saved his best for last, which included the 40-point championship game and a 45-point effort in a quarterfinal win against CBC. “Jayson is certainly special,” Bennett says.

“Most of it is God-given talent, but he also works his tail off. Every single day, and I mean every day, he would get to the gym about 6:15 a.m., before school and put up shots for an hour or so. He would go to class, practice and shoot again after practice.

When you combine the talent and the work ethic, you can see why he is so great. And I think he is just going to get better under Coach K at Duke. He is going to be even more special at Duke and beyond.”

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Tatum broke the school career-scoring record at the final four, and that’s quite an accomplishment, as the previous record was held by Bradley Beal, who is currently a standout in the NBA with the Washington Wizards. “I was fortunate to be on the staff when Bradley played here,” Bennett says. “Bradley was a monster, so it is unreal that someone could break his mark.”

Chaminade finished with a 27-5 record. Its five losses came by a combined 23 points, and all came against national powers such as Dematha and Oak Hill Academy.

The 2015-16 season was also special for other area basketball teams, both on the boys and girls side. Saint Louis University High, which, like Chaminade, plays in the Metro Catholic Conference, reached the final four in Class 5. The Junior Bills lost to Chaminade in the semifinals but came back to capture third place with a 70-67 win over Lee’s Summit. SLUH had five players score in double figures in that game, which was symbolic of the season. SLUH finished 21-10 and was led in scoring by Brandon McKissic, who averaged more than 15 points per game.

CBC, another MCC team, reached the Class 5 quarterfinals before falling to Chaminade. Parkway West had the farthest run in Class 4. The Longhorns, who finished 23-5, advanced to the quarterfinals before falling to Sikeston.

Whitfield played in the craziest game of the year and made the final four in Class 3. The Warriors, who finished 25-7, defeated Caruthersville in a Class 3 quarterfinal game. It featured a tying 3-point bucket at the buzzer and switching courts at the last minute—literally. The game began at Jefferson College but had to be moved to Hillsboro High School when there was a power outage with less than a minute left in the game. Whitfield would lose at state to Fr. Tolton and Mountain Grove, but it can always remember the game that advanced it to Columbia.

A pair of area girl’s schools advanced to championship games in Columbia.

Kirkwood advanced in Class 5 and won its semifinal game against Francis Howell before falling to Kickapoo in the finals. Kickapoo attempted 53 free throws (making 37) in its 10-point victory. Jordan Roundtree averaged more than 17 points to lead the Pioneers, who finished 26-5.

MICDS made it to the final game in Class 4, and in the process defeated nemesis Incarnate Word in the semifinals. The Rams had lost their previous 11 games against the perennial powerhouse. The Rams fell in the championship game to undefeated St. Joseph Benton in double overtime and finished with a 25-4 record. Two of the losses came against Incarnate Word, another to Kirkwood and the fourth to Brentwood Academy in Tennessee.

Senior Taylor Baur finished her high school career in style, averaging more than 20 points and 10 rebounds a game. She was named the Missouri Girls Gatorade Player of the Year.

“Taylor’s year is certainly impressive on the strength of stats and import to our program on their own merit,” MICDS coach Scott Small says. “But when you factor in the fact that she lost her entire junior season to an ACL injury, it only further highlights how remarkable her season has been. taylor baur She is a great kid, and her hustle is unrivaled.”

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The area did not have any team champions this winter, but Whitfield finished second in Class 1. The Warriors have been in the top two the past six years, winning state three times, including 2015. But they fell in what proved to be a battle to the wire with Seneca, which ended with 160 points. Whitfield had 154.5 points, well ahead of third place Marceline, which had 109.5.

“We actually had more points than last year when we won,” Whitfield coach Charlie Sherertz says. “We knew coming into state that we had no margin for error after we lost defending champion J.R. Ditter to a broken arm. We still had our chances

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throughout the tournament. We had four guys in championship matches, and so did Seneca.

We won three of them, but Seneca won all four. They had quite a finish and deserved to win. I was more impressed with Seneca than anything, but we were still disappointed. We were in it to win.”

Whitfield did have three individual champions. Senior Kurtis Hahn won his third state cbc title. He handed Corbin Menke of Lawson his only loss of the season in the title match at 160, winning 10-4. Hahn finished 46-4 on the season. Sophomores Mike McAteer and Max Darrah were the other Whitfield state champs. McAteer, who finished 44-5, won his second straight title. He defeated Ronald Stewart (46-5) of Maplewood at 113 points in an all-area championship match. Darrah (48-3) won by a 3-2 decision in the finals against Sam Hasekamp of Centralia at 220 pounds.

Maplewood, which finished eighth as a team in Class 1, had the other area champion in the class as Romelle Person (46-3) won by a major decision over Clayton Stallo of Marceline at 126 pounds.

No area teams finished in the top 10 in either Class 2 or 3, although there was one champion, with Westminster Christian Academy’s Alex Hopkins capping off an undefeated season with a title at 170 pounds in Class 3. Hopkins won by a 6-4 decision over Ottis Peeler of Raytown South in the finals.

A pair of CBC sophomores won state titles in Class 4. Malik Johnson (37-5) won his second title. He won by injury default over Cameron Fusco of Seckman in the finals at 113 pounds. D.J. Shannon, who finished third last year, was the 152-pound champion. Shannon (37-4) won by a 2-1 decision over Jesse Jeffries of Fort Osage in the finals. CBC finished eighth as a team in Class 4. Lafayette was the top local team, finishing in sixth place.

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A state record by Parkway West’s Gabriela Vieira highlighted another spectacular showing by area teams during the state meet at the St. Peters Rec-Plex.

Vieira, a senior who will swim next year at Tulane University, broke the state record in winning the 100-yard butterfly. She was also state champion in the 100-yard backstroke and was part of two Longhorn relay teams that finished second. Vieira was named the Swimmer of the Meet.

“She has in club the past three years, and we finally got her to come out and

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represent her high school team this year,” Parkway West coach Allison Wallace says. “Gabi is an unbelievably hard worker, great teammate and a pleasure to coach.”

Vieira’s teammate, Kristen Petersen, finished second in the 50-yard free and third in the 100-yard free, helping Parkway West win a trophy with its fourth-place team finish. Lafayette had the best showing locally. The Lancers finished second. Rock Bridge defended its title, winning with 260 points.

Lafayette was second with 236 points. “Getting second at state was amazing, and we are very proud of the season,” Lancer coach Todd Gabel says.

The strength for the Lancers was their depth, which was evident in the relay events. Katie Haefner, Cate Behl, Katherine Lucken and Delaney Thomas were state champs in the 200-yard free relay, while Francesko Petrosino, Behl, Kendall Hansen and Thomas closed the meet with a championship in the 400-yard free relay. Petrosino also finished third in the 200-free. Marquette, which finished sixth as a team, had the diving champion in Ashley Yarbrough. Katiana Porporis was third individually in the 200-yard IM and the 100-yard breaststroke ,and Alyssa Lemon was second in the 500-yard free. Kirkwood also had a top 10 team finish; the Pioneers were eighth.

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A perennial power and a first-time champion highlighted area teams in the MidStates Hockey Association.

CBC continued its dominance in winning the Challenge Cup. The Cadets, who finished 36-3, defeated Saint Louis University High 5-2 in the championship game at Scottrade Center. It was the third straight championship for the Cadets, who have won 11 of the last 16 championships. CBC has 15 titles overall, which is more than any other school.

Marquette won its first Mid-States championship by capturing the Wickenheiser Cup. Zachary Schade scored a pair of goals to lead the Mustangs to a 4-2 win over Francis Howell Central in the title game. The Mustangs finished the season with a 19-8-2 record. John Burroughs made it a clean sweep for local teams as the Bombers won the Founders Cup. Burroughs tied Francis Howell North 4-4 in the championship game and won the mini-game 1-0. april 6, 2016 | townandstyle.com

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[parent trap Prom night, boys and boundaries by dr. tim jordan Dear Daughter, First of all, know that I love you and want the very best for you. I realize you are no longer a little kid, but in my heart, you always will be Daddy’s little girl. That said, prom night is approaching, and my dad alarms are going off like crazy, worrying about if you know how to trust your intuition and set good boundaries with boys. So instead of being stuck in fear, I am offering you some wisdom about how to best take care of yourself that evening.

1. Don’t buy into the cultural myth that prom is a coming of age party where it’s expected that you get wasted and have sex.

It’s your night and your decisions, so make them for your reasons.

2. It’s not true that every boy wants the same thing and to have sex every chance he gets. The truth is that deep down, guys want the same thing as girls: closeness, intimacy, and to feel loved and understood. Find non-sexual ways to experience intimacy.

3. Your best protection against having your boundaries crossed is being aware of your internal alarms, which go off to warn you that something is not right. Understand where in your body you feel the alarm: a knot in your stomach, pounding heart, sweaty palms, racing thoughts or a tightening in your throat. Your body is telling you to wake up and take some action to take care of yourself. Take a break to calm down and check in with yourself, connect with your girlfriends, or leave the situation. It usually means it’s time to set a boundary.

4. Become aware of what might blunt your alarm: alcohol or drugs, desperately needing a boyfriend or wanting a guy to like you, worrying that you’re being lame, allowing self-doubts to confuse you, or low self-esteem. Take these signs seriously and work on them.

5. Make a list of your criteria for a dating relationship, including sexual behavior. Creating your own standards while quiet and clear-headed is a much better proposition than trying to make good decisions in the heat of the moment.

6. Don’t let external pressures run your decisions, i.e. peer pressure, ‘good girl’ conditioning, cultural norms about sexuality, or wanting to attract or please guys. Take quiet time to know what is right for you.

I love you, but what’s more important, do you love you? You will take care of yourself in direct proportion to what you feel you deserve. If you truly believe that you are loved, you matter and you deserve the best, your actions and decisions will match that belief.

Throw off any limiting beliefs about yourself and any selfdoubts and go to prom night armed with your intuition, wellthought-out decisions, and your ‘inner-(your name here)ness.’

Have a blast, be true to yourself, and be ferocious and clear with boundaries. I believe in you.

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

For more information, visit drtimjordan.com.

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Get ready for sports, art, music and lots of adventure! Camp Westminster, held June 6 through July 1, offers a huge variety of half- and full-day summer camps for boys and girls in grades K though nine.

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Camp Whitfield offers 5- to 12-year-olds a chance to move, sing, create and play.

Campers enjoy field trips, arts and games. Additionally, sports camps give developing athletes access to Whitfield’s star coaches and premium facilities. Athletes learn fundamental skills and improve their play while having fun.

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Chaminade offers several summer camp options for boys and girls entering grades three through 12.

Explore everything the school’s 55-acre campus has to offer: baseball, basketball, football, lacrosse, drama, pottery, robotics, math, writing, ACT prep and more.

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One-on-one tutoring, along with auditory-visual, math, language arts, motor skills and art programs are available for children with specific learning disabilities. Program begins June 13.

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A variety of camps for age 3 through grade six, including arts and academics, is available half- and full-day. Returning this year are two camps in partnership with Stages!

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Come experience amazing things! Feed lemurs, pet a wallaby, zoom down a zipline, and shoot a bow and arrow. Take classes in veterinary medicine, survival skills, or arts and crafts. ACA accredited.

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Celebrate our 40th anniversary with our most exciting summer ever. Perform in our first-ever full-length musical Godspell Jr! We offer camps for ages 3 to 8 and a Summer Intensive for ages 8 and up. Visit our website for a full schedule.

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Miriam Summer Fundamentals

Miriam Summer Fundamentals will enhance and improve your child’s skills through exciting and challenging activities. Our dedicated staff helps children with complex learning disabilities gain ground. Choose from Gardens Galore, Spy Science, Academic Bootcamp and more. Full-day and half-day options available for ages 5 to 14.

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Heard [ in the ] halls by mia kweskin Westminster Christian Academy

Freshman Maggie Hackman (pictured bottom center) and her fellow ballerinas from St. Louis Ballet School danced their way into the Teen Talent Competition Final Round. The group, named Little Fugue, will perform on the Fox Theatre stage for the competition’s final round April 23.

In the seventh-grade classrooms, students learned about the Civil Rights movement from Selma marcher Alvery Williams. Williams shared stories about his participation in all three Selma marches and his interactions with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Parkway School District

This Parkway high school took second place out of 32 teams in a regional Scholar Bowl invitational. Who is Parkway South? Correct! Students on the Parkway South Scholar Bowl team ranked second in a Jeopardystyle academic challenge held in St. Charles. In addition, junior Erin Neely placed third individually out of 160 student participants.

Ladue Horton Watkins High School

Members of the student organization RISE (Reaching Inside Seeking Excellence) collected water bottles, filters and money donations (totaling $744) to take the ‘tint away from Flint.’ The students sought to raise awareness about the Flint water crisis and its effect on youth. Because of much-publicized contamination in the city’s water system, 4.9 percent of children tested for lead showed elevated levels.

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Cor Jesu Academy

Junior Gwendolyn Mattingly aced the ACT. She scored a perfect 36 on the test, which includes English, mathematics, reading and science portions. On average, fewer than one-tenth of 1 percent of students earn a perfect score.

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Students are working to raise awareness about colon cancer and keep alive the memory of Mary Witt, their dedicated dean of students. Witt, known for her humor, energy and compassion, passed away from the disease last year. On March 4, students and staff dressed in blue and made donations to the Cancer Support Community/Steps for Hope, an organization that provides emotional and financial support for cancer patients and their families. The school raised more than $500, and those who donated received a ‘Mrs. Witt’s Warrior’ bracelet.

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Graduation, whether from high school or college, is a big deal.

You’re stepping out into the unknown, pursuing your dreams and shaping your career. To inspire you as you take the next step, we asked successful St. Louisans to share some words of advice.

1.) Don’t be afraid to fail. You’ll look back on your failures as the most important moments in your life. 2.) Get a job as soon as possible that aligns with your passion, even if it’s cleaning toilets at your dream company. You’d be surprised how quickly you can be promoted if you’re willing to work and be humble enough to do it. ~Katie Lee, Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria owner

Best of luck, grads, and a few words (clichés?) of advice: Follow your passion; don’t listen to negativity; take care of your body and mind; make time to laugh and love; kindness matters.

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That way the hassles don’t wear you down. And remember: It’s not about the will to win, it’s the will to prepare to win. So be disciplined and prepare well. Last, the journey is at least as important as the destination. Have fun and celebrate along the way.

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Don’t dabble, dive in. In order to find what you’re passionate about, you’ve got to jump in with both feet. You’ll never find your calling if you don’t give something your 100-percent focus, attention and commitment. Too many folks think multitasking is a career path. Get a job in a field you’re interested in, and give that job your all.

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Don’t stress too much about what your major is going to be— it usually doesn’t matter much after college. Take classes with professors who inspire you, follow your natural curiosities (not what you think you should be interested in), and study abroad in a developing country. That is an education in and of itself.

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Celebrate your graduate with a great piece from one of his favorite brands: Southern Tide, Peter Millar, Agave Denim and more. Don’t miss the Peter Millar Trunk Show April 8 and 9.

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Fans of Miss M’s Candy Boutique will be happy to hear another location is scheduled to open this spring in Grand Center’s Metropolitan Artist Lofts Building. A staple in the Loop since 2010, the second location of the family-owned and -operated destination will offer the same nostalgic and popular candies but also will add ice cream, specialty beverages and wine later this year.

A grand opening is planned for May 1.

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Our very own ‘From the Garden’ columnist P. Allen Smith has captured his love of the outdoors in an exclusive candle collection. The Garden Home Fragrance Collection by Aromatique features 12 scents reminiscent of the gardens at his Moss Mountain Farm in Arkansas, including lemon mint leaf, peony, basil marigold and black currant. It is available in select Dillard’s stores and online at dillards.com.

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Owner Barb Davis opened her first retail location at 10502 Manchester Road in March of 2011 to put everything she loves under one roof: high-quality floral designs, home accessories, antiques, tabletop linens and gifts paired with in-home consultations and services. Davis has 18 years experience in the design field and thanks the community for its support of shopping small and local.

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A Kohler Signature Store, owned and operated by Crescent Plumbing Supply, is opening this month at 9929 Clayton Road in Ladue. The first of its kind in the area, it will offer an interactive shopping experience with working spaces and products from several Kohler product lines, including Kallista and Kohler Surfaces tile and stone. The retail space, which will be open seven days a week, will cater to the trade as well as offer the only Signature Store within a 60mile radius. Currently, the closest one is in Chicago.

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by karyn meyer | photos by perry resnick Cate Griesedieck acknowledges that her wedding with Bill Beggs Jr. was unconventional, but then, so is their story, she says. Having never been married and deciding it

was on her bucket list, Cate joined an online dating site, and Bill kept showing up in her matches. They decided to meet, and a four-hour first date was a good indication that the two had plenty in common.

Cate says after three months, they could hardly remember a time they didn’t know each other.

Bill ‘proposed’ over the phone, but Cate says it was actually more romantic than it sounds. “On July 23, he called to tell me he wanted to make it ‘official,’” she says. Shocked, she told him that wasn’t romantic.

But when he said he just couldn’t wait, she changed her tune and responded with a resounding yes.

The couple married on the wedding anniversary of Cate’s parents, and pictures of that day in 1943 decorated the mantel of The Savoy Room in The Chase Park Plaza, their ceremony and reception venue. Cream tablecloths topped with burlap runners, silver trays, flowers and candlelight perfectly captured Cate’s vision of casual elegance. “My bouquet included hops as a nod to the old family business (the onetime Griesedieck Brothers brewery),” she says.

Her friends were so excited, they all wanted to be bridesmaids, Cate says. “At our ages, that would be kind of silly,” She claims. Instead, everyone played a special role. Her friend Carol Weisman served as officiant, good friends Dr. Karen Harris and Pamela Resnick walked Cate down the aisle, and longtime friend Sofia Perry was matron of honor.

Cate says she felt surprisingly relaxed for a first-time bride. As she entered to the instrumental portion of ‘Layla,’ she remembers Bill grinning broadly. The 50 guests, who all donned heart tattoos with ‘Bill’ in the center, enjoyed the couple’s memorable vows, the groom’s DJ skills, and a grilled cheese bar with tomato bisque. “My memory of the whole weekend was of doing nothing but laughing,” Cate says.

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Mari de Villa, located at 13900 Clayton Road, is a senior living campus that offers all levels of care on its more than 22 acres. For more information, call 636.227.5347 or visit maridevilla.com.

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[home for all Mari de Villa by alexa beattie

Mari de Villa, the senior living campus in Town & Country, was founded on a

shoestring by Joseph and Georgana Linneman. It opened its doors to a single guest during a snowstorm in 1960 and Joseph, who couldn’t afford to have the driveway plowed, carried that guest across the threshold himself. So this is no ordinary retirement center. This is home–a community that welcomes residents and their families as if they were its own. That atmosphere is set by the Wiesehan family: Fred Wiesehan and his wife Mary Kay have owned Mari de Villa for the past 33 years. Their children grew up there, and now work alongside their father.

Residents Corky Kinyon and Bob Latta, both of whom had parents here, say that moving in themselves was mostly an easy decision. “Leaving the home we built and loved was hard,” Kinyon says. “But because of my mother and father’s experience, we knew Mari de Villa was where we wanted to be. Everyone is so kind and warm.” Kinyon, who resides in the same villa his parents lived in, says it’s the little things that make Mari de Villa feel like home—from the hot bowls of soup that arrived at his door one snowy day to the green ties Wiesehan distributes to gentlemen residents for St. Patrick’s Day dinner. “They think of everything,” he says. Latta adds that for days after he and his wife moved in, lunch and dinner were delivered to the house. He speaks highly of Wednesday night suppers and Sunday brunches served in the Club House. “They are excellent events for all the family, from rugrats on up,” Latta says.

Joe Evans, meanwhile, says he is the self-appointed social planner at Mari de Villa. He says he encouraged Wiesehan to buy a 15-seater motorcoach, and now residents travel in style to interesting restaurants, landmarks and entertainment spots—concerts at Touhill Performing Arts Center, for example, a show at The Fabulous Fox or dancing at Casa Loma Ballroom.

Wiesehan says Mari de Villa provides for the needs of every resident, whether it be an independent living villa in one of the 54 condominium-style units (ranging in size from 1,000 to 3,000 square feet, some with elevators and two-car garages), 24/7 nursing care, or support for those with memory loss and dementia in the specially-designed, 10-room terrace units.

Not including the condominiums, the community has 224 beds. “We offer all levels of care in beautiful surroundings,” Wiesehan says, sweeping his arm around the 20 lush acres, complete with pond and ducks.

So the ‘Children at Play’ sign out front says it all: Mari de Villa isn’t just about life in retirement, but life in all its stages. “It’s a safe, happy place,” Wiesehan says. “We accommodate everybody here.”

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48. Portable instrument 51. Livelier 53. Become unhinged 54. Brilliance 57. “To ___ is human ...”

58. Butter holder 60. Aardvark fare 62. Send to the canvas 63. Not smooth 65. Moray, e.g.

67. Little fellow 69. Fearfully 73. Pilot’s announcement, briefly 74. “Is that ___?”

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33. A pint, maybe 34. Carpenter’s machine 35. Moving vehicles 36. It may get into a jamb 39. Blue 41. Big ___ Conference 42. Those opposed 44. Short for fuddy-duddies 46. Most like a ghost 1. Almanac tidbit 2. Artificial bait 3. Face-to-face exam 4. “___ the season ...”

5. Teach 6. Fearful 7. Bright circle?

8. Blubber 9. Related to your leg 10. Freshens, in a way 11. January, e.g.

12. Garam ___ (Indian spice mixture) 13. Long-held custom 14. Tattle-tales 15. Droop 20. Cosa Nostra Head 26. Cheerfully 27. Favorite baseball team 28. Senescence 29. Gone 30. Eggs 31. Amscrayed 32. Discontinuance 37. “How ___ Has the Banshee Cried” (Thomas Moore poem)

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2. Declarer was not seduced into playing for two ♠s, three ♥s, six ♦s, and one ♣ to make the slam.

3. Declarer, realizing that ♦s may split 3:1 and the Queen was odds on to be with the 3, looked for a second line of play to increase the chances of making a slam.

4. By sluffing the 9 of ♠s at trick one, Declarer was hoping to set up the long ♠ in Dummy.

5. Declarer cashed the ♦ Ace first (in case ♦ Queen was a singleton).

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7. ♠ 4 to the Ace and King.

8. ♦ 4 to the King (Queen still not appearing).

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9. ♠ 8 from Dummy is trumped by Declarer with the ♦ 9. (Had East trumped with the Queen, Declarer would have thrown a ♣.) When East and West followed suit, the 13th ♠ was established.

10. ♣ 9 to the Ace.

11. ♥ King and Ace, discarding two ♣s.

12. East trumped the 13th ♠ with the ♦ Queen, as declarer discarded the last ♣. Contract made.

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NOTE: The extra chance paid off as ♦s were 3:1. If ♦s were 2:2, contract was always going to make.

[ tip of the day ] Q| Looking for the Queen, my partner and I have been using the ‘Eight Ever, Nine Never’ adage for years. I don’t keep track, but playing the AK with nine doesn’t seem to drop the Queen as much as it should. What is the correct play?

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$4 to $12 starters $12 to 14 sandwiches $13 to $18 entrees

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Cedar Smoked Trout, Pork Toasts, Pepper Steak, Seared Salmon, Ragout, Roasted Brussels Sprouts

This place is at the corner of Sarah street

and Laclede avenue, in the middle of a vibrant, urban area that has an exciting energy thanks, in part, to lots of new condos on the street, many with businesses located in the ground-floor spaces. The restaurant is a lively watering hole, with made-from-scratch dishes, mostly small plates, pizzas and sandwiches.

A starter of Cedar Smoked Trout ($12) was excellent, offered with delicate taro chips instead of bread or crackers. The trout had a mild, smoky flavor and succulent texture—not the dry crustiness sometimes found in smoked trout. It sat on lemon caper aioli, a bit of which we scooped up with the chips as we dug into the flaky fish.

Another starter, Pork Toasts ($12), was practically enough for dinner. Three large slices of crusty French bread came grilled and topped with creamy goat cheese, heaping braised pork and microgreens. It was delicious all around, especially the pork, which had a distinctive vinegar undertone.

Delicious also was the Roasted Brussels Sprouts starter, with its well-browned mini-cabbages doused in romesco sauce. The Salmon Cake ($12) was passable, but not crisped enough to be notable.

The four entrees when we visited were Pepper Steak ($20), Seared Salmon ($18), Ragout ($13) and Pork Porterhouse ($18). The steak, flavored with balsamic glaze, came with a great char, adding some crispness to the outside. And it was a generous serving, about 6 to 8 ounces. The accompanying truffled fries were amazing: thin steak frites redolent with musky truffle oil and dusted with parmesan cheese. The steak sat on a piquant chimichurri sauce, slightly sweet and pungent with crushed cilantro.

I’m always amazed when a restaurant makes salmon exciting, as it’s so overdone, but this place put a ½-inch sear on a big, thick salmon fillet that made the fish a standout. It was crispy, with a soft, buttery interior.

The accompanying sides were well-executed: roasted fingerling potatoes, fennel jam with slivers of the pungent

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and sometimes other flavorings (fruits, stocks) and thickened slightly through reduction

What made you choose this location?

Gastrique A sauce made with a caramelized sweet (sugar or honey) mixed with a sour (vinegar)

[ aftertaste ] » This is a fun place. It gets crowded, which is part of the fun, and the food is delicious and reasonably priced. Same for the drinks.

— Katie S. of Maplewood

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Retreat is as cozy as its name suggests, but also has a fun, buzzy vibe. We loved our meal there, especially the mac and cheese and chicken wings. Cocktails are killer, too!

—Stephanie Z. of University City

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» travis howard

It was the right size, fairly close to the CWE with a lot of residential development and to the Cortex district.

How would you describe your place?

A modern American pub with cocktails and American craft food

How did you develop the menu?

Chef Michael Friedman and I looked at familiar, everyday food done really well, with a different spin .

What’s your favorite menu item?

Smoked trout

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Romesco A Spanish sauce made with red peppers and nuts mixed with oil Chermoula A North African/Middle Eastern sauce made with lemon, oil, herbs and cumin

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bulb, and a peppadew coulis that had lots of flavor.

The pork dish was very good, but the meat was overdone, robbing it of maximum flavor. Its marinade, a Middle Eastern chermoula, was notable: citrusy and freshtasting with crushed parsley. The dish came with roasted cauliflower, pickled shallots and tangy orange gastrique.

The Ragout here is a superb concoction of black beans, butternut squash, mushrooms and onions prepared in browned butter. We added the trout, a $5 upcharge, and it made for a great dinner dish.

For dessert, Bread Pudding ($7) hit the mark with simple, high-quality ingredients. The bread, Companion baguette, was airy and deliciously crusty/sugary, while the accompanying pecan ice cream (Blue Bunny) was subtle and just creamy enough to complement the comfort food dessert. Thick, buttery caramel sauce rounded out the dish. The Chocolate Brownie ($7), literally baked to a crisp in a ramekin, was less exciting. Even with its ice cream and peanut butter sauce, it was just too dry.

LEISURE

happenings] by stephanie zeilenga

Saint Louis University Liver Center

Friends of the SLU Liver Center and itsYoung Friends group recently presented the organization with checks for nearly $550,000—the amount the groups raised in 2015 for life-saving research and patient care.

Planned Parenthood

More than 100 members of the Women’s Leadership Circle of Planned Parenthood and their guests attended an event to learn about partner communication.

Pictured: Susan Stiritz and Heather Raznick

Moneta Group Charitable Foundation

The Moneta Group Charitable Foundation selected Maryville University/Kids Rock Cancer and Great Circle as this year’s partners, granting each nonprofit $25,000.

Sunnyhill

The Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis recently recognized Sunnyhill Adventures camp director Rob Darroch for his dedication to helping individuals with disabilities experience camp activities like climbing walls and zip lines.

Pictured: Sean King, rob and Stephanie Darroch

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri More than 700 guests attended the 26th annual Justice For All Ball, themed Diamonds are Forever in honor of LSEM’s 60th anniversary.

The event raised funds for the organization, which provides civil legal assistance to area low-income individuals.

Pictured: Robyn and Craig Higgins

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T&S | What is your career background and connection to blues music?

Dion Brown | I retired from the Air Force after 21 years. My undergrad degree was in human resources, and after a few different jobs, I was recruited as executive director of the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center. I wasn’t really into blues at the time, but they needed my help with operational issues. I needed to start in Mississippi to understand the blues. Being where the blues was born, working for the king of blues for five years, and meeting so many musicians and hearing their stories all prepared me for my current position.

T&S | How did you become involved with this project?

DB | The idea originated in 2010. Dave Beardsley, a co-founder of this museum, heard what I was doing at B.B.’s and contacted me; I’ve watched it develop since 2011. At first, the founders were just looking at storefront property. But they were encouraged to ‘go big’ so as not to do a disservice to the museum. There were constant fundraising efforts, and the biggest plug came in November 2014 when Lumière Place donated $6 million. That really opened the door. I wasn’t looking to leave B.B.’s, but I was asked to come take a look at the museum, and I fell in love! I started my role June 1.

T&S | What will the museum offer the community?

DB | What I really love is that it combines artifacts and interactive exhibits, so it appeals to all age groups. The interactive proponent will grab the younger generation and offer an informal education to teach them the history of the blues. For example, one exhibit teaches you how to write a blues riff. Then, you can add a harmonica, piano or guitar track and create an album cover to email to yourself. Along with these permanent exhibits, we have a 2,500-square-foot space for traveling exhibits that are free with admission, so it’s always a different experience. Our first one is Blues @ Home: Mississippi’s Living Blues Legends. (The interactive portrait series by H.C. Porter includes 31 paintings paired with oral histories of each subject and will run through June 1.)

Photo: V Three Studios

he Mississippi Delta may be the 'home of the blues,' but St. Louis has plenty of reasons to lay claim to the distinctly American art form, too. Many blues greats have connections here, and St. Louis has long been a stop on the blues circuit. Now, we are even more ensconced as a blues capital with the new National Blues Museum, a project that sprung from the same kind of fervor and soul as the music it honors.

Executive director Dion Brown's excitement about the new attraction and what it will bring to the community is palpable. The 23,000-square-foot site downtown in the MX District not only serves as a physical space to explore the blues and its storied past, but also acts as an educational tool through performances, lectures, films and programs. The museum's grand opening was April 2, and Brown tells T&S what the public can expect when they visit.

T&S | Any favorite pieces?

DB | A local musician donated more than 900 harmonicas he played, and we have them on display. It’s a great place for people to stop and talk. We also want to capture oral history as well. Visitors can stand in front of cameras and talk about their connection to the blues, and there are 12 monitors in the performance area that will serve as an ongoing collage of these stories. I love watching those.

T&S | What else will the performance area be used for?

DB | I am floored by this space. It’s modern but still has a ‘blues’ look. We will be able to showcase local talent, as well as hopefully become a mecca for national and international artists. It seats 180, but we probably won’t put more than 150 in there so everyone can be comfortable. My vision and mission is to keep the blues alive! I am really impressed with the four young teenagers that make up the blues rock band Phi, who just performed as our opening act at an event at Ballpark Village. When you have kids that young with a passion for the blues, you have to put them in front of people. Every January, Memphis hosts the International Blues Challenge, and my plan is to bring the same international acts here while they’re so close.

T&S | Why is it appropriate this museum is here in St. Louis?

DB | The blues were born in the Mississippi Delta, but St. Louis is right in the heart of the greater blues area, which includes cities like Chicago and Memphis. It’s within hours of all these places, which makes it centrally located and truly the best spot for it. The downtown location is perfect since it’s within walking distance to the city’s other major attractions, like Busch Stadium and the Arch.

T&S | Will there always be some sort of St. Louis connection present?

DB | It’s a fine line because it’s a national museum, but we want to respect St. Louis in it all. There is a small room that will always feature something with a local connection. On opening day, it was dedicated to St. Louis’ role in blues history, and in the future, we hope to feature local artists who have pieces connected to the blues.

— By karyn meyer

General admission to the National Blues Museum is $15. Visit nationalbluesmuseum.org for hours and more information.

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[ spirited competition ]

Local craft distiller StilL 630, owned by David Weglarz, reigned at the recent Spirits Competition, taking home an impressive six medals. Held in Chicago by the American Craft Spirits Association, the contest included more than 200 distilleries across the U.S. and more than 600 quaffs. Still 630’s Double Barrel RallyPoint Rye Whiskey won Best in Class, naming it the best whiskey in the entire competition! Other Still 630 winners include Soulard Island Rum, Soulard Island Smokey Honey Rum, Alpha ISBA, RallyPoint Maple Sunset and S.S. Sorghum Whiskey.

[ we’ll drink to that! ]

Gamlin Whiskey House was named among the 14 best bars for whiskey lovers in the country by USA Today one of only two in Missouri. The CWE spot has nearly 300 varieties of whiskey.

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[ m&m’s turn 75! ]

The tasty little treats that melt in your mouth, not in your hands turned 75 last month, and parent company Mars is celebrating. The Celebrate With M campaign includes events, new product innovations and a kickoff with Candyman, a remake of the Sammy Davis Jr. song done by Grammy award-winner Zedd. The public is invited to pitch in by following #CelebratewithM.

[ harvesting no. 2 ]

Great Harvest Bread Co. is opening a second location in

Ellisville, at 15945 Manchester Road. The hand-crafted bread bakery is locally owned by Brian Bevel, although the company originated in Montana and has more than 200 locations, each individually owned. The opening day menu will include the signature Honey Whole Wheat loaf, and specialty breads like Cheddar Garlic and Cranberry Orange will rotate throughout the week. Sandwiches will be served in the cafe, and both bakery and cafe will be open six days a week.

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[ fingers crossed ]

Let’s hope the Kevins sweep the JBFAs this year—the James Beard Foundation Awards. Both Kevin Nashan of Sidney Street Cafe and Kevin Willman of Farmhaus made it to the finalist stage.

jazz at the bistro

[ soaring past no. 5 ]

Happy birthday to St. Louis Wing Company in Maplewood, which is celebrating its fifth anniversary this month. Chef Bobby Tessler makes all the sauces— coconut curry, jalapeno, red-hot riplets, etc.—from scratch.

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by stephanie zeilenga | photos by bill barrett When Ken Dean first tasted lasagna from the kitchen of his Italian wife’s family, it was a revelation. “I never realized how good Italian food could be until then,” says Dean, who opened Filomena’s Italian Kitchen in Glendale in 2010. “The pasta was thin and delicate, and it didn’t have a thick layer of ricotta. It was exquisite and a real eye-opening moment.”

Filomena’s offers lunch and dinner, both eat-in and to-go, and also operates a robust catering business. Named for Dean’s wife, Filomena Angelucci, who grew up in the Abruzzo region of Italy, Filomena’s was designed to be a true family restaurant from the beginning, the kind the couple wanted when their kids were young. “Filomena’s is the place we always wished we had in our neighborhood, where you could stop in and grab a quick bite or pick something up on your way home without breaking the bank,” says Dean, who comes from a restaurant background, with stints at various places around town, including Tony’s and the now-shuttered Duff’s Restaurant.

The restaurant’s recipes, although not exact replicas from Filomena’s family, were inspired by them, with clever tweaks that focus on fresh and affordable, Dean says.

Customer favorites include seafood risotto—sauteed shrimp and scallops over risotto cooked in lobster broth—as well as cheese-filled arancini and lasagna. Authenticity also was key. “For the most part, I wanted our food to taste the way it does coming out of my mother-in-law’s kitchen in Italy,” Dean notes. “If you melt provel cheese over everything, it’s simply not the real deal. I’m not a provel hater, but it’s not something you’d find in Italy.” He adds that in a bow to St. Louis, Filomena’s does indeed offer toasted ravioli. “When in Rome …” he quips.

[ chicken parmigiano ] serves 4

4 chicken breasts Flour 1 egg 2 c. milk Breadcrumbs (fresh or store-bought) High-quality olive oil

Marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought) Equal parts freshly grated mozzarella and freshly grated provolone Fresh parsley, chopped

» chicken in flour, followed by egg wash and breadcrumbs. Place on a platter and refrigerate 45 minutes »to anDiphour.

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450 F. » Add 1/2 inch of olive oil to a large skillet. Heat over medium until it’s hot but not yet smoking. Brown chicken, about 3 to 4 minutes each side. Chicken does not need to be 100 percent done at this point, as it will continue

On two separate plates, place about 1 c. flour and 1 c. breadcrumbs. In a bowl, whisk together egg and milk.

Using a meat mallet, pound thicker parts of chicken until it’s of a uniform thickness, about 3/4 of an inch.

cooking in the oven.

chicken in oven-proof pan. Cover with marinara sauce (to taste) and top with cheese mixture. Bake »for Place 7 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with a side of risotto, pasta or vegetables.

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Although Filomena’s has amassed a loyal following of its affordable fare—the carryout family special serves four for as little as $26.95—Dean says he never wants affordability to mean sacrificing on quality of ingredients. “We really don’t cut corners,” he notes. “We use the best ingredients we can find—only extra virgin olive oil, San Marzano tomatoes, fresh herbs and freshly grated cheeses.” To help keep prices down, the menu is designed to avoid ‘orphan’ ingredients, those that are used in just one dish, Dean notes.

He and his team currently are working on revamping the menu, with the goal of expanding the catering offerings and adding a few new sandwiches to the regular menu. “We have a lot of good ingredients on hand, so we’re looking at what we can do with those to make new things,” he explains. “The process is both intimidating and fun.”

It’s no surprise that Filomena’s customers enjoy the momand-pop feel of the restaurant, with Dean often at the counter ready with a friendly ‘hello.’ “I try to interact as much as I can,” he says. “A lot of people feel more of a connection, knowing there’s going to be a familiar face greeting them when they come in. You can’t get that feeling from a more corporate scene.”

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〉〉 l’Ecole de Paris exhibit

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〉〉 It Shoulda Been You

De La Salle 〉〉 Star Breakfast

(June 3 - July 3) Direct from Broadway, the regional premiere of this refreshingly modern romantic comedy features a wedding celebration with more than a few surprising twists.

〉〉 Disney’s Alice in Wonderland

(June 15 - July 3) Tumble down the rabbit hole and fall into the madcap world of Wonderland for a whimsical adventure the whole family can enjoy.

Theatre for Young Audiences performances held at the Playhouse at Westport Plaza.

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Missouri History Museum 〉〉 A Stitch in Time: St. Louis Garment and Labor History 7 p.m. April 18

〉〉 The Little Black Dress:

From Mourning to Night Presentation and book signing, 7 p.m. April 19

〉〉 The Power of Color

April 13-16 at Jazz at the Bistro April 27-30 at Jazz at the Bistro

〉〉 Pat Martino Trio

May 11-14 at Jazz at the Bistro

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〉〉 Eighth-grade Graduation June 3

8 p.m. April 15 and 2 & 8 p.m. April 16 at the Touhill Performing Arts Center

(Sept. 9 - Oct. 9) This uplifting divine comedy brings the gift of laughter, the power of music and a touch of heavenly inspiration to audiences everywhere!

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〉〉 Sister Act

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(July 22 - Aug. 21) One of our most requested shows is triumphantly returning. The Tony Award-winning musical about people who love musicals offers a laugh-a-minute script and one show-stopping song and dance number after another!

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december : A literary legacy 〉〉 So You Want to Write:

A Memoir Workshop with Marge Piercy 1 to 4 p.m. April 17 at The J of St. Louis Registration is required, and seating is limited.

〉〉 A Conversation with Marge Piercy

7 p.m. April 17 at The J of St. Louis.

Open to the public; complimentary dessert buffet.

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Weber Grill Restaurant and Grill Academy 〉〉 Nobody knows grilling like Weber.

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march & april 〉〉 NOW-4/17

Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus Live!

Playhouse at Westport Plaza $50 | marsvenuslive.com

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Ajay Kurian: The Childhood of Jesus White Flag Projects | Free whiteflagprojects.org

4/10

Remembrance, Resilience and Rebuilding: a lecture by Susan Winchester, who lost her sister in the Oklahoma City bombing Missouri History Museum | 1 p.m.

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4/10

Also in Theaters: Family Sunday: • Batman v Superman: Designing Nature Dawn of Justice Saint Louis Art Museum | 1-4 p.m. • My Big Fat Greek Free | slam.org Wedding 2 • Eye in the Sky 4/10

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Dark Matter: an exhibition featuring Terry M. Boyd and Amanda McCavour Craft Alliance Center of Art & Design | Free | craftalliance.org

Underoath Rebirth Tour The Pageant | 7:30 p.m. | $25-$29 thepageant.com

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4/11

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4/11

Now on DVD: • Mojave • Anguish • Tumbledown

Reading Time Across Words and Numbers: Visualization Projects

by Heather Corcoran Millstone Gallery at COCA Free | cocastl.org

Cards Home Opener Free Hotdog Lunch Clayton City Hall | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

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Cardinals Home Opener Busch Stadium | 3:15 p.m.

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From Caravans to Courts: Textiles from the Silk Road Saint Louis Art Museum | Free slam.org

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Wild Kratts Live!

Peabody Opera House | 6:30 p.m. $22-$97 | peabodyoperahouse.com

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Italian Film Festival Various venues | 8 p.m. | Free italianfilmfests.org /st_louis

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ZooQuest Saint Louis Zoo | 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $45-$50 | stlzoo.org

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BRIEFS: A Festival of Short LGBT Plays That Uppity Theatre Company Rialto Ballroom in the Centene Center for Arts and Education $18-$25 | uppityco.com

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City of Gold 〉〉

This movie is captivating. It’s real and raw, and extremely intriguing. I was hooked after the initial scene of revered Los Angeles Times food critic Jonathan Gold staring at a blank computer screen at his dining room table, struggling to find the right words for his next culinary masterpiece (the written kind). I’m sure part of my fascination was connecting with him as a writer; what he puts on paper must capture his audience and persuade them to try something new. But his audience is well-established at this point, and commentary throughout the movie confirms his celebrity-like status throughout the country. City of Gold will appeal to anyone fascinated by food, but more important, by the life behind it, because that’s what Gold focuses on—the multiple cultures within Los Angeles, the stories behind the chefs and each individual ingredient. To say Gold reviews restaurants is not even scratching the surface. He seeks out authentic spots in unassuming locations (often ‘hidden’); beyond tasting the menu, he notes everything from what’s on TV to the gossip at nearby tables. Gold is a powerful man, one who can literally turn a local dive’s few diners into hundreds, based solely on what he writes. But his ego stays in check: His mission is to teach others about the cultures and people of his beloved hometown. That’s what remains at the heart of it all (and what earned him a Pulitzer). His passion is obvious in every bite and every word.

Should You See It? Yes! Warning: you’ll want to eat something afterward. —K.M. Viewed at Landmark Plaza Frontenac Theatre

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NOW-4/17

The Bridges of Madison County The two-time Tony Award-winning musical tells the love story of two people struggling with decision and desire, featuring soulful music by composer Jason Robert Brown.

The Fox Theatre | $25-$80 | fabulousfox.com

4/14

An Evening with Photographer Arthur Meyerson Missouri Botanical Garden 7-9 p.m. | $20-$24 | mobot.org

4/15

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Robert Sagerman: Monochromatic Paintings New York painter Robert Sagerman’s first St. Louis exhibition merges painting, sculpture and Jewish mysticism.

Philip Slein Gallery | Free philipsleingallery.com

Charles Kelley: The Driver Tour The Pageant | 8 p.m. | $32 thepageant.com

4/8-4/10

E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial with live score St. Louis Symphony | Powell Hall $30-$65 | stlsymphony.org

4/7-4/10

Where the Wild Things Are Based on the children’s book by Maurice Sendak, the interactive play invites audience members on stage to participate in Max’s adventures.

Where the Wild Things Are | COCA | $20 | cocastl.org

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Muny Magic at The Sheldon: A Night With The Buddy Holly Boys The Buddy Holly Boys are back! The stars of the Muny’s summer hit Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story reunite at The Sheldon for a magical and musical evening.

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» Keeping men healthy is a little like getting directions to an unfamiliar destination: If a guy gets lucky and finds his way easily, everything is fine. If not, well, there’s no rush to take action. Men are simply less likely to call the doctor when something is wrong, and when they do, it has to really be bothering them, like when they tear something on the playing field or stop performing in the bedroom.

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The medical name is rarely heard, but countless men walk around with the visible results of this condition: embarrassingly enlarged breasts. Fortunately, there are treatments.

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A COMMON CONDITION “It is much more common than people think— up to a third of the male population. Most of it has to do with the increasing percentage of obese people,” says Dr. Samer Cabbabe of Plastic Surgery Consultants of St. Louis.

“In the general population the incidence of gynecomastia is estimated at 32 to 65 percent,” adds Dr. Michele Koo, who has a plastic surgery practice in Kirkwood. “The majority of causes are idiopathic, meaning there is no known explanation.

Sometimes it can be caused by hormonal dysfunction, medications or due to a genetic syndrome. The most common cause is over-thecounter hormones, frequently sold in sports and general nutrition stores, or anabolic steroids.”

As male breast enlargement has become more common, so has acceptance of plastic surgery for men, Cabbabe says. “This is becoming an issue now, right before swimsuit season,” he says. “I probably do 30 to 40 of these operations a year.”

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HORMONES & IMBALANCES Gynecomastia results from an imbalance of estrogen and testosterone in men. In addition, other diseases or substance abuse can contribute to the problem, Cabbabe says. “It can be related to anything that affects the liver, including alcohol abuse or marijuana use,” he notes.

“Another causative factor is steroid use.

A percentage of my patients are body builders who have used steroids.”

The condition may be hereditary, Koo says. “On a rare occasion there is a strong family history of breast cancer, even amongst male relatives.” Obesity has created a new wave of male breast enlargement. Overweight men grow fat cells all over, which also leads to hormone imbalances. “When you are an obese male, that fat converts testosterone into estrogen,” Cabbabe explains.

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SOLUTIONS “Surgery can be achieved safely at any time during or after adolescence after a clinical history and other developmental concerns have been ruled out,” Koo says. The surgery typically involves the excision of the breast bud that underlies the nipple and areola (the surrounding ring of pigmented tissue), she describes. “Oftentimes liposuction also is necessary to flatten and reshape the chest and the side of the chest area,” she says. “I often perform the procedure in the office under local anesthesia.”

The procedure has little in common with female breast reduction surgery, Koo says. “It is a much shorter and more simple procedure. The amount of tissue removed is typically much less.” As a result, recovery is relatively short.

“A compression vest is worn day and night for the first two weeks. My patients typically return to office work in one to two days with the compression vest on under their clothes. They can return to a more strenuous manual occupation after one week.” The resulting scar is imperceptible, Cabbabe adds.

As a cosmetic procedure, male breast reduction surgery is rarely covered by medical insurance. The surgery may cost $3,000 to $6,000, Cabbabe says, higher if additional incisions must be made to remove excess skin. “This is a very safe and extremely helpful procedure for later adolescent males to improve body- and self-image,” Koo says. “Many men have considered it since their teenage years and pursue it when they are more financially capable.”

\\ Erectile Dysfunction \\ You’ve heard of this condition if you have turned on the TV in, oh, the last 5 minutes. The discovery of profitable medications has made erectile dysfunction one of the best-known maladies.

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GAME-CHANGER “Since the advent of Viagra 25 to 30 years ago, direct-to-consumer marketing definitely has brought a significant increase in awareness of erectile dysfunction, which I think is a good thing,” says Dr. Etai Goldenberg, a urologist at Urology Consultants Ltd. In the dark and distant past, men were less likely to discuss sexual inability. Now every commercial break of every game depicts another cool guy restored to manhood by a little pill.

“Because there is more information, more people are pursuing treatment,” says Dr. Bryan Warner of BodylogicMD of Saint Louis. A number of problems hamper erectile function, most related to a lack of blood circulation. “Some studies say that one in five guys over the age of 20 might have some degree of erectile dysfunction,” Goldenberg says. “It becomes more common with co-morbid medical conditions such as being overweight or having poor blood flow, usually due to diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol.”

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AGE & OTHER FACTORS In addition to blood circulation issues, “diabetes can affect the nerves that cause the penis to get erections,” Goldenberg says. “Having radiation treatment for prostate cancer can have effects, and so can some other pelvic surgeries.”

A common culprit is the decline in the body’s testosterone level, Warner explains. “In your 20s and 30s, high stress hormones will suppress your other hormones and normal functions.” And, of course, men’s natural testosterone levels decline with age. “After the age of 32, men lose 1 or 2 percent of their testosterone a year. By their mid-40s, men may have lost enough to feel the impacts of erectile dysfunction,” Warner says.

“Testosterone has more than 300 functions in your body, so the effects can be reduced stamina, strength and confidence, muscle loss and feeling more tired in general.”

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HOW THEY WORK The magic pills help, when you have stimulation, to get increased blood flow into the penis,” Goldenberg says.

“Many men have good success with those medicines, but they are contraindicated for people taking certain other medicines.” The pills can have some short-term side effects, he adds. “Cialis has the risk of causing muscle aches. Viagra and Levitra tend to give some flushing and headaches, but there are no long-term effects that we know of.” Viagra and Levitra should be out of the system within six hours, and Cialis within 36 hours.

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HRT Warner’s practice specializes in hormone replacement therapy (HRT), but he also prescribes the pills for 30 to 40 percent of patients. “The normal range for hormone levels is pretty wide,” he says, “but just because you are within the normal range doesn’t mean your hormones are optimum.”

Testosterone therapy may be delivered through injections, gels or pellets inserted under the skin that dissolve over four to five months. Patients must be monitored for the potential side effects of testosterone replacement. “The more you keep your hormones restored, the less degeneration you will have as you get older,” Warner notes.

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START SLOW! “The most common injuries I see this season are knees, shoulders and ankles,” says Dr. Robert A. Sciortino of Jones and Sciortino Orthopedics in Chesterfield.

Tennis courts will contribute to the sports rites of spring, too, says Dr. Donald R. Bassman, whose practice moves May 1 to Motion Orthopaedics in Creve Coeur.

“There are a lot of overuse injuries this time of year, when people are just starting to play.” Why now? Why you? “It’s all from not stretching enough and going from not playing to playing more than you should be,” Bassman says.

Sciortino says the most common knee injury is to the meniscus (the cartilage that maintains stability in the knees). “A lot of times that comes from a twisting injury where something will pop,” he says. “Many of those won’t heal without surgery. Less common, but maybe more serious, are some of the ligament injuries (ligaments hold joints together) that occur when someone makes a sudden stop, acceleration or deceleration. Those sometimes require surgical reconstruction.” The major ligament in the knee is the ACL. Amateur athletes may be more prone to injuries that Bassman calls ‘the itises’ and involve the tendons that connect muscle to bone. “As you get older your muscles become less elastic. You are pulling more on the tendon insertions and you get more of the itises—tendonitis, epicondylitis (tennis elbow) and things like that,” he says.

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SENIOR MOMENTS When it comes to vigorous sports, the male body begins its decline relatively early.

“When men hit 30 or 35, I start to see them and it increases from there,” Bassman says.

Sciortino explains it as a loss of flexibility. “A lot of injuries are caused by stiffness,” he says. “People also tend to lose muscle mass. After age 30, men and women start losing calcium from their bones, so it’s important to take calcium supplements.”

Despite the physiological inevitabilities, those wacky kids in the baby boom generation continue to push envelopes farther than their parents did. “We’re seeing people playing organized sports well into their 40s and 50s,” Sciortino says.

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SLOW & STEADY “We don’t want to discourage people from exercise or sports or tell them they shouldn’t do something,” says Sciortino.

“Ideally, you should exercise all winter to keep up your strength and flexibility.

Maintain yourself so you are not suddenly using muscles you haven’t used in months or have weakness in an ankle or knee.”

Bassman says amateur athletes should approach a new season as professionals do. “You ought to work up to it for weeks,” he says. “That is what the Cardinals do in spring training—they take a month to get back in shape.” And Sciortino warns against things like deciding the office picnic is a time to relive past glories on the softball field. “Sedentary people should not all of a sudden try to play like they are 20 again; it’s a recipe for disaster.”

Even the accomplished athlete may need to back off. “There is a time to find a sport that is not quite as active,” Bassman says. “You can play doubles tennis rather than singles, or pick up a sport like bicycling or hiking that doesn’t have the same risk of injury.”

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Whether you’re grabbing drinks with the girls or want to punch up your daytime look, here are a few simple steps to achieve Lawrence’s Oscar beauty.

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Her simple hairstyle can be achieved with a middle part. And for those who do not have naturally straight locks, start with Living Proof Curl Detangling Rinse. Use after you’ve washed and conditioned your hair. It will help keep hair straight and smooth, post blow dry. Run a straightener through hair and enjoy your Oscar-worthy look!

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12306 Montsouris Drive | $489,000

Renovated ranch offering convenient Creve Coeur location in desirable Lac Du Bois neighborhood!

Wood floors, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, main floor laundry and 3-car garage.

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listing price | $1,349,000 listing agent | kim carney, the carney team of coldwell banker premier group Bharat Nakra describes Town & Country as ‘top-notch,’ praising its houses, schools, security and accessibility to surrounding areas. These qualities are what attracted him and his wife, who moved to St. Louis for positions at Washington University in the late ’70s, to their home of 17 years on Sheffield Manor.

“We bought it from the builder, so it was move-in ready,” Nakra says. “We were the first owners, and it still feels brand-new because only my wife and I have lived here. Even our two sons have never stayed here full-time.” The couple loved the overall design of the more than 7,800-square-foot house, which includes the finished lower level with 10-foot ceilings. “That’s rare for a basement,” Nakra says.

“You don’t feel like you’re in a lower level; you’re not cramped.” The spacious feel downstairs also can be attributed to a large family room with wet bar, game room, play room, theater, bedroom and two full baths. “The theater screen is one of the biggest I’ve seen, and it’s great for watching movies or having people over for football games,” Nakra says. “Everyone can just grab a drink from the bar right next to it.”

The couple took advantage of the home’s open spaces to entertain, and Nakra says it was not unusual for them to have up to 70 guests for parties. “The kitchen is big, and we spent a lot of time in the great room and the bedroom suite,” he says. “The master is so spacious and has its own sitting room and tons of natural light coming in, just like the rest of the house. And the master bathroom is probably one of the greatest rooms in the house!” With marble floors, it’s bigger than most of the sleeping areas, he says, and has a see-through fireplace that they used often in the winter months. “It has huge windows, so when you shower in the afternoon, it feels like you’re outdoors because of all the sunlight pouring in. You can just sit in the tub with sunblock on!”

Except for minor improvements like adding lighting, widening the driveway, installing a sprinkler system and putting a fountain out front, the Nakras have not needed to do anything other than maintain the custom-built home. “The house is very private,” Nakra says. “There are trees in the back, and the homes on either side are more than 200 yards away. And since there are so few homes in the subdivision, it’s safe for kids to play in the cul-de-sac.” Even in this intimate setting, the home is still close to grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, private schools and highways.

Now retired, the two have bought a condo in Clayton, and Nakra says they “just want to take it easy and relax!”

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SALLy GOLdkAMp | 314.479.9396

French Country Estate situated on 3 lushly landscaped acres in the heart of Ladue. This 7 BR/8 full, 2 half bath home has been restored and updated for today’s lifestyle. An estate that gracefully merges function, elegance and charm seldom becomes available.

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2120 South WarSon roaD | ladue | $2,249,000 Stephanie COnnell | 314.265.4739 Exquisitely designed home with coastal fee situated on 3.3 acres. Main floor master, two kitchens, pool, screened lanai, and four-car garage.

30 huntleigh WooDS | huntleiGh | $1,899,000 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262 Beautiful home boasts 5 bedrooms and 7 baths, all on 3+ acres in Ladue schools. Meticulously maintained, finished lower level, pool, pool house and more!

21 WinDSor terrace | ladue | $1,600,000 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262 Beautiful 1.5 story Rehnquist home situated on quiet culde-sac in Ladue schools. Open floor plan, main floor master.

Exceptional millwork and intricate details throughout.

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6 Stacy Drive | Olivette | $969,000 Stephanie COnnell | 314.265.4739 Newer 2-story home, hardwood floors throughout. 4 BR/5.5 Ba with master suite, finished lower level with screening porch, fenced yard and 3-car garage.

26 Southmoor | ClaytOn | $949,000 ann WROth | 314.440.0212 hOlly BRy | 314.276.7727 A rare opportunity to purchase a stately 2.5-story home on a sought-after Clayton street. Architectural details throughout and large yard with a pool. 6BR/4.5BA.

245 Price roaD | ladue | $949,900 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262 19-year-old 4 BR/4BA/3,900+SF home on private .7 acre lot. Open floor plan, main level master, separate office, gorgeous back and more!

316 carlyle lake Drive CReve COeuR | $819,000 Gina Bundy | 314.267.6262 This one-of-a-kind 5 bedroom/6 bath villa overlooks the lake. Abundance of updates, custom flooring, new deck and much more!

622 ForeSt court ClaytOn | $619,000 ann WROth | 314.440.0212 GRaCe ButleR | 314.440.6800 Luxury 2BR/2BA first floor condo.

Expansive private terrace perfect for entertaining.

5 treebook | ladue | $599,000 SALLy GOLdkAMp | 314.479.9396 elizaBeth aStOn | 314.807.9778 Charming 4 bed, 3.5 bath home with over 2,500SF. Beautiful, light-filled rooms and a scenic back yard located on a private cul-de-sac on a sought-after Ladue lane.

2124 WeStvieW | KiRKWOOd | $484,900 SALLy GOLdkAMp | 314.379.9396 elizaBeth aStOn | 314.807.9778 3 BR/3.5 BA multi-level home sits on 1.3 acres. Updated kitchen, hearth rm w/ fireplace, master bedroom suite with vaulted ceilings & large walk-in closet. Two screened in porches w/ patio. Secluded backyard.

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30 brighton Way # 1S | ClaytOn $775,000, 3BR, 2.5BA, 2,507SF 40 brighton Way # 2S | ClaytOn $625,000, 2BR, 2.5BA, 1,850SF hOlly BRy | 314.276.7727 Two opportunities for newer condos in secure buildings, garage parking, near Shaw park!

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9772 olD warSon roaD | ladue | $1,399,000 gina Bundy | 314.267.6262 gorgeous Rehnquist home on beautiful 1.8 acre lot in Ladue schools. Main floor master, 3 bedroom suites on 2nd floor, gourmet kitchen, three-car garage and more!

52 weStmorelanD Place | CentRal WeSt end | $1,100,000 Wayne noRWood | 314.629.3931 Ben patton historic mansion created in cut tumbled limestone. great location across from forest park. Sellers have invested over $500,000 in improvement and updates.

37 countrySiDe lane | fRontenaC | $995,000 Wayne noRWood | 314.629.3931 Ben patton 1.5 story home at the furthest and most private end of Countryside lane, one of frontenacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most powerful addresses. 5 BR/6 BA home sits on just under 2.0 level/flat acres.

7707 Shirley Drive # 203 Clayton | $749,000 Beth lampen maheu | 314.650.1202 luxury end unit condo with formal dining room, master bedroom suite, gourmet kitchen & hearth room. two-parking spaces. Rooftop terrace.

9 DogwooD lane | ladue | $749,000 Wayne noRWood | 314.629.3931 Ben patton a major renovation makes this modern home one-of-a-kind. expansive addition opened the kitchen & living rooms, creating an oversized master suite.

9445 olD Bonhomme olivette | $737,500 maRgie KuBiK | 314.954.2513 elegant and updated ranch in ladue schools.

This 3 bedroom/5 bath home has five garage spaces, an in-ground pool, and separate apartment. Secluded with 1.8 acres.

3 ranch lane | deS peReS | $649,000 Stephanie Connell | 314.265.4739 Spectacular 1.5 story, 5 bedroom home rested on an acre with three-season porch and luxury master bathroom suite. open floor plan with second floor laundry.

15 glen creek | ladue | $479,900 holly BRy | 314.276.7727 possibilities are endless for this ranch home offering a great floor plan - add your personal touches or build new at this desirable location in ladue on a street with many newer homes close to schools, shops, restaurants, highways.

310 waverly Place CheSteRfield | $425,000 Stephanie Connell | 314.265.4739 easy carefree condo living. 3 BR/2.5 bath condo with walk-out lower level. twocar attached garage. gated community.

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6928 wiSe avenue dogtoWn | $143,000 Rex W. SChWeRdt | 314.800.4755 Big things come in small packages. 3+ bedrooms 2 bathrooms, updated. Walk to dogtown, the Cheshire, Starbucks and forest park!

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Dear Homework,

We recently bought this 1939 charmer and have been working to update every area. I’ve worked on the front a bit, but now I’m stuck. We need to fix the landscaping and improve curb appeal. Thoughts?

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Dear How To Stand Out In A Crowd,

While your home features some elaborate brick details, it presents a problem that many ‘mid-block’ houses face … how does one tastefully stand out, when sandwiched between similar, nearby neighbors?

The boldest move would be to paint the brick. I suggest a simple whitewash to look like a previous paint job had worn off and mellowed over time. Choosing a color might be too overwhelming for the adjacent homes. With whitewash, the shadow lines of the bold brick quoins and dentil cornice will stand out more, making the most of the home’s best feature.

Next, I would finesse every other detail: add window mullions, paneled working shutters, window boxes, more elegant iron railings, a more integral brick retaining wall and a new, closer driveway fence. Further, I would add a big iron lantern, a curved cap to the front door frame, shutters on the side windows, and finally, I would lower the sills of the living room windows and add new iron Juliet balcony railings. These details move the house upmarket by making it feel more custom as well as historic.

I also would turn the driveway into something beautiful by adding a ground cover bed in the center of the drive and edging it and the lawn with cobblestones. Evergreen and perennial flowers frame and layer the composition to show off its best effect.

Hope that helps.

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Homeowner: It’s a unique house with a beautiful setting—it’s like being in the woods. You feel like you’re outside the city, yet you’re still very much a part of St. Louis. And Kirkwood is amazing. It’s got everything you need: the schools, the commerce and the community are all great.

T&S | What’s your design aesthetic?

H | I’m definitely a minimalist: I like clean lines and dislike clutter. Having too much ‘stuff’ clutters your life, because the more you have, the more you have to deal with.

I’d rather just have fun with my friends and family. That’s what life is all about. People tend to think of minimalism as this cold aesthetic, but it doesn’t have to be that way.

It can be inviting and friendly.

T&S | Tell me about the renovations you’ve done.

H | We gutted the inside of the house; the only room we haven’t touched much yet is the kitchen. We redid all the bathrooms and flooring and took out walls. We did one project at a time, and the process took about three years. Before we started, we lived here awhile so we could decide what we wanted to do and how we wanted to live in the house. Sometimes if you redo everything immediately, you end up looking back and wishing you’d done some things differently.

T&S | Where do you turn for design inspiration?

H | A lot of people go through phases in terms of what look they like, but I’m lucky that my taste and style have not changed over the years. I’ve always loved design

I’m definitely a minimalist: I like clean lines and dislike clutter. Having too much ‘stuff’ clutters your life, because the more you have, the more you have to deal with.”

Clockwise from top left: The home, designed

by Guillermo and Dee Villacis, offers a private, wooded oasis; Refinished bathrooms in a classic style; the bar; the eat-in kitchen; the homeowner loves combining dark brown with pops of earth tones

Sometimes if you redo everything immediately, you end up looking back and wishing you’d done some things differently.”

Top: The living area; Bottom: The kitchen

and architecture, and I’m always looking at books and magazines and online. I enjoy learning and reading about it. If I come across something I like, I’ll file it away for later. When we redo our kitchen, I have this file full of ideas I’ll pull out that will help me decide exactly what I want.

T&S | What’s your favorite feature?

H | I love the living and dining room area. The views are stunning— it’s like you’re in a treehouse. I also love the furniture in this area of the house. I’ve made so many good memories and had so many great parties here. It just makes me feel good.

T&S | I’m sure you enjoy the deck, as well.

H | Yes, especially in the summer. Weather permitting, we’re out there all the time. Every single room of the house, except the bathrooms, has a deck off of it. For the living and dining room, it’s a huge deck that wraps around the front of the house, and that’s my favorite part. We love being able to sit in the fresh air in a totally private, wooded space.

T&S | The zebra print carpet is a bold choice—what made you decide to take the leap?

H | I thought it was cool and that this house could pull it off. I didn’t really think twice about it. I believe that if you like something, it doesn’t matter what other people think. It’s your house, you should do it—there are no rules!

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