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Saturday, November 7th, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Downtown Holiday Open House Downtown retailers put on their best and open their doors to shoppers to kick off the holiday season. Don’t November 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. missSaturday, the shops’ special 9th, holiday-themed classes. Downtown Holiday Open House Downtown retailers put on their best and open their Saturday, November Day season. doors to shoppers to kick 28th, off theAll holiday

Small Business Saturday Enjoy holiday shopping the way used Saturday, November 30th,itAll Dayto be. Shop friendly, local small businesses throughout the Small Business Saturday Jefferson City area.shopping Don’t miss the special sales! Enjoy holiday the way it used to be.

Friday, December 4th, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Candlelight Tours of the Mansion Each Holiday Season the Governor’s Mansion is beautifully decorated. During this annual special Friday, December 6th, 6:30and p.m.his to 9:00 tradition, the Governor wifep.m. personally Candlelight Tours of the Mansion greet all of those who come to tour the Each Holiday Season the Governor’s Mansion is the this Mansion its beautifullyMansion. décorated.See During annualinspecial holiday elegance! tradition, thenighttime Governor and his wife personally greet all of those who come to tour the

Friday, December 4th, 6:00 p.m. Mansion. See the Mansion in itsto 9:00 p.m. Santa at Hawthorn nighttime holiday elegance!Bank Santa has been visiting Downtown JCMO since Friday, 6th, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.and theDecember 1950s. Keep the p.m. tradition alive Santa at Hawthorn Bank Bank. visit Santa in Hawthorn

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Santa at Central Bank from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Saturday, 30th, 10:00 a.m.to to1:00 3:00 p.m. p.m. And at 215 E.November High from 11:00 a.m. Santa at Central Bank SantaSanta has been visiting Downtown JCMO since the has been visiting Downtown JCMO since the 1950s. Keep tradition alive and in Central 1950s.the Keep the tradition alivevisit andSanta visit Santa in Bank. Don’tCentral forgetBank. to make your list to and check Don’t forget make yourit twice.

Santa has been visiting Downtown JCMO since the 1950s. Keep the tradition alive and Saturday, December 5th, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. visit Santa in Hawthorn Bank.

Santa at 215 E. High St. Visit with Old Saint Nick in Downtown City. Saturday, December 7th, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00Jefferson p.m. Santa on the Trolley - 100 Block of E. High St. December 5th, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 StepSaturday, aboard one of our historic trolleys to visit withp.m. Old Saint Nick in Downtown City. Candlelight Tours ofJefferson the Mansion

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Thursday, December 3rd, 6:00 p.m. Thursday, December 5th,Lighting 6:00 p.m. Mayor’s Christmas Tree Mayor’s Christmas Rotary Park on Bolivar Street:Tree JoinLighting the Mayor of Park Bolivar JoinChristmas the Mayor of JeffersonRotary City as sheonlights theStreet: Mayor’s Tree. Jefferson Citybeasentertainment, he lights the Mayor’s Christmas Tree. There will refreshments There will be entertainment, refreshments and and a visit from Santa Claus. a visit from Santa Claus.

Saturday, December 12th, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m Santa at 215 E. High St. Visit with Old Saint Nick in Downtown Jefferson City. Don’t forget to make your list and check it twice!

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Jefferson City Christmas Parade Join Jefferson in celebrating Saturday,City December 7th, 4:30the p.m.holiday season with Jefferson this year’sCity Christmas parade. See dozens of Christmas Parade floats decorated in holiday themes,season bands Join Jefferson City in celebrating the holiday Christmas carols more. with thisplaying year’s Christmas parade. Seeand dozens of floats decorated in holiday themes, bands playing Christmas carols and Tuesday, December 8th,more. 7:00 p.m.

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PUBLISHER'S NOTE

Make the Memories Be grateful and cherish the little moments of the season. With the hustle and bustle of overbooked schedules during the holidays, it is sometimes hard to remember what is most important. I am particularly speaking to the young mothers who try to be Superwomen, Florence Nightingale and let’s face it, Santa, all at the same time. You have probably set expectations that are unrealistic. From the voice of experience, I was in your shoes a few years back. Well okay, maybe it was a decade, but I worked tirelessly to bring to life the Christmas wishes of my three children. Our home was decorated perfectly with no details overlooked. Everything was placed just so and dozens of Christmas cookies, hot out of the oven, were readily on hand. I made sure school holiday parties were awesome. And of course, Christmas morning exchanges met the expectations of all. In a word, I tried to make all of the details perfect. Now as a mother with children well beyond the footie pajama age (except for my 25-year-old daughter who can’t quite let go), there are certain memories that stand out. Of course the stockings and tree along with the Christmas village hold vivid impressions within our family. But in the end, what is most remembered is the love of family and the spirit of the season. I encourage you to take a moment and cherish something as simple as the after bath time moments when the day’s end has come and it is finally story time. This is the only time of year when you can curl up with your little ones in your favorite cozy spot right in front of the Christmas tree. The flickering lights and the sweet little conversations that you have in the stillness of the moment are priceless. Reading nighttime stories around the tree is one of my favorite memories. I can still feel and smell the experience to this day. Those were times to cherish, and I will be forever grateful for the memories. Take it from a past supermom, be grateful and relish those special little moments with those who are most important this holiday season. The memories will keep you warm all year long. Happy Holidays!

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From all our families to your 2015 a great year. We hope you have a wonderful 2016! We look forward to serving you next year.

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At this time of year, it is easy to become consumed by the little things. Those bits and baubles of the season might seem small in scale, but they carry big meaning in a larger context. It’s those snippets of time we take while surfing the internet or the more invested hours we spend shopping store to store to find the perfect gift. Or how about the days we set aside to decorate our homes for the enjoyment of loved ones? Those parties we organize, the goodies we bake for our kids and neighbors, the Christmas cards we send all convert to big statements about how we feel toward others. Putting together this holiday issue is our attempt to find just the right pieces of inspiration for each of you. We offer you more ways to make your home beautiful for the holidays, let you in on a professional baker’s secret for the greatest sugar cookies on earth (we’re a little biased and examples are on the cover), provide ways to spruce up your winter wardrobe for going out or just playing around, and suggest great places to stay and things to do during a Rocky Mountain getaway. In addition, we hope to inspire you to revisit some fun pastimes like horseshoes and card games; something you may not have considered trying for a while. Finally, in the spirit of the season, we asked three theologians from different faith groups to give their unique perspectives on this time of year. All in all, we set about to find something for everyone and hope to please and encourage all of our readers. By the way, did you know we have a working nuclear submarine named after our town? Don’t feel alone if you haven’t heard because many long timers in our area hadn’t heard either. The submarine is called the USS Jefferson City, and we share some sweet love stories that go along with it. Thank you for the positive feedback and wonderful suggestions so many of you share with us. We always appreciate hearing from you. Happy Holidays! We are grateful for each of you!

Start the new year off right by making good choices. We give you fresh ideas on how to live healthier and get more out of your day. In fact, we go around town to bring you different programs and philosophies, which will help kick start you in the right direction. Is weight loss on your list? We got you covered. Happy 2016, and don’t miss the issue!

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26 HOME TOUR: Whimsical Christmas 41 DESIGNER PALETTE: Decorating with Joy 45 HIT LIST: Staff Wish List 47 HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Holiday Survival 52 Understanding Food Allergies 159 FASHION: Holiday and Winter Inspirations

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84 DESTINATIONS: Visit the Rockies 91 BOOK REVIEW: Sweetie Pie’s Cookbook by Robbie Montgomery 93 GOURMET: Baking with Purpose 99 THE DISH: Scrumptious Sugar Cookies 101 ARTIST PROFILE: Gail Barnickol 107 THE MAN PAGE: The Sport of Gamers

21 AGENDA 23 DATEBOOK 57 NEW BUSINESS 59 BUSINESS BREIFS 60 CURRENTS 112 FASHION 124 ABOUT TOWN 129 CITY’S BEST DIRECTORY 138 THE LAST WORD

TOWN TALK: Words from Mayor Tergin BUSINESS FEATURE: Future Wave – Capital Region Medical Center 69 BUSINESS PROFILE: Riley Auto Group 72 UNDER YOUR NOSE: USS Jefferson City and the stories 77 P.Y.S.K: Reese Thompson, M.D. Ben Valier

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Every Move Matters

The holiday season can be a trying time because all things in relationship and life are not as we desire them to be. We offer this perspective in thinking of the upcoming holiday season: Change is inevitable. It’s the one thing we can count on in life. Embrace the change regardless of the difficulty for life offers no “do overs”! Practice thanksgiving for the gift of today. The “todays” in your life become your “yesterdays” all too quickly. Realize that Every Move Matters in making the most of your relationships and holiday traditions.

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November/December 2015 Jefferson City's must-do events Caring for Missouri Capitol Masquerade Ball WHAT: Enjoy a night of magic and mystery by slipping on your formal attire and a mask for the Caring for Missouri Masquerade Ball. All funds raised will benefit three Missouri charities: Missouri State Capitol Commission, Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence and Missouri Association for Community Action. Admission to the event includes live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to participate in live and silent auctions. The evening culminates with an unmasking ceremony. Tickets start at $100 and increase according to VIP status or number of participants. For more information, visit caring4missouri.org or contact Emily Truscott at 573-634-4161. WHEN: Dec. 12, 7-11 p.m. WHERE: Missouri State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Ave.

Santa Arrives at the Capital Mall WHAT: Santa Claus is coming to town. Bring your kids to the Capital Mall to meet Kris Kringle himself in a Clydesdale-drawn carriage. With prizes and candy available for children, this event is a must for all families. WHEN: Nov. 21, 11 a.m. WHERE: Capital Mall, 3600 Country Club Dr.

Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting

Downtown Jefferson City Open House WHAT: Explore what downtown Jefferson City shops have to offer during this special open house event. Just in time for the holidays, stores are filled to the brim with gift options and exclusive deals. Don’t miss out on this time to treat your loved ones or yourself. WHEN: Nov. 7, Store times vary WHERE: Downtown Jefferson City

WHAT: Experience a night of beauty as the mayor lights the Christmas tree at this annual free celebration. With entertainment, refreshments and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, families will find no shortage of fun. For more information call the Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department at (573) 634-6482. WHEN: Dec. 3, 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Rotary Park on Bolivar St. Visit Jefferson City Magazine’s online calendar at jeffersoncitymag.com. Jefferson City Magazine | 23

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Nov. 28 Small Business Saturday, all day event, multiple locations across Jefferson City, register at participating locations for a $500, $250 or $100 gift card, for more information visit shopsmalljc.com.

MSHSAA State Cross Country Championships, 9 a.m - 2:30 p.m., Oak Hills Golf Center, 932 Ellis Blvd., free, for more information visit mshsaa.org. Nov. 14 Run for the Kids Color Run, 1.5-mile run, 10-11 a.m., Calvary Lutheran High School, 2525 State Hwy B, $20 for adults, $15 for children under 14, for more information contact Denise Crider at 573-690-6788. Nov. 19 Murder at the Haunted Winery, doors open at 6 p.m., Canterbury Hill Winery, 707 S. Summit Dr., Holts Summit, $42 per ticket (includes show, meal and dessert), for more information visit canterburyhill.com. Nov. 21 Santa Arrives at the Capital Mall, 3600 Country Club Dr., 11 a.m., Capital Mall, free, for more information visit capitalmall.com. Nov. 26 Thanksgiving Day Pie Run, 8:30 a.m., North Jefferson Pavilion, Cedar City, bring a canned

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datebook Dec. 3 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting, 5:30 p.m., Rotary Park on Bolivar Street, free, for more information call the Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department at 573-634-6482. Dec. 3-19 Stained Glass Theatre Presents “The Homecoming,” Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday matinees at 2 p.m., Stained Glass Theater, 830 E. High St., $7 on Thursdays, $9 on Fridays and Saturdays, $36 family pass available, for more information visit sgtmidmo.org. Dec. 4 Downtown Living Windows, 6-9 p.m., downtown Jefferson City, free, for more information visit downtownjeffersoncity.com.

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December 2015 Dec. 8 78th Annual Capitol Caroling, 7-10 p.m., Missouri State Capitol (rotunda), 201 W. Capitol Ave., First Floor, free, call 573-6593000 for more details. Dec. 12 & 26 Visit Santa Downtown, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Santa’s Workshop located at 215 E. High St. (next to J. Pfenny’s), free, visit downtownjeffersoncity.com for more details. Cantorum’s 48th Annual Holiday Concert, 7 p.m., Miller Performing Arts Center, 501 Madison St., tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth, $8 for senior citizens or family tickets are $25, tickets are $2 more at the door, visit jeffersoncitycantorum.com for more details.

Visit Santa Downtown, 6-9 p.m., Hawthorn Bank Downtown, 132 E. High St., free, for more information visit downtownjeffersoncity.com.

Caring for Missouri Capitol Masquerade Ball, 7-11 p.m., Missouri State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Ave., tickets start at $100, for more information visit caring4missouri.org or contact Emily Truscott at 573-634-4161.

Dec. 4-5 Candelight Tours at the Governor’s Mansion, Friday 6:30-9 p.m., Saturday 2-4 p.m., Missouri Governor’s Mansion, 100 Madison St., free, visit missourimansion. org for more details.

Dec. 17 “Murder on 34th Street”, doors open at 6 p.m., Canterbury Hill Winery, 707 S. Summit Dr., Holts Summit, $42 per ticket (includes show, meal and dessert), for more information visit canterburyhill.com.

Dec. 5 76th Annual Jefferson City Jaycees Christmas Parade, 4:30 p.m., downtown Jefferson City, free, visit jeffcityjaycees.org for parade registration and guidelines.

Dec. 28 Capital City Holiday Hoops Showcase, Fleming Field House, 609 Union St. and Rackers Field House, 1305 Swifts Hwy, Visit jeffersoncitysports. org for times and admission prices.

Dec. 31 Duane and Micki Garren Present the Capitol Plaza New Year’s Celebration Featuring Four Days of Gospel Music, 6 p.m., Capitol Plaza Hotel, 415 W. McCarty St., $15 for general admission, $20 for reserved seats, for ticket information call 417-236-9090 or visit www.thegospelgab.com, to make hotel reservations call 573-635-1234 or visit www. capitolplazajeffersoncity.com.

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As it should be, Christmas is about the kids with the Kampeters. Karen’s energetic, bubbly personality is present in every room. There’s lots of movement everywhere and it’s a spirit of joy that makes you want to be here. – Devan Netcott

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Left: The home’s entrance is the most formal area with a hand-carved Nativity set from Jerusalem and antique gold and red accents.

One of Karen Kampeter’s favorite things about holiday decorating is the opportunity to work with Devan Netcott, home décor consultant with Hy-Vee. This year is the third season the duo has worked together to create seasonal magic at the Kampeter home. “I enjoy Devan’s fun-loving personality and his talent is amazing,” Kampeter says. “We share the same vision and he knows what to do to make it all look so good. A couple of years ago my children found a themed tree they liked, and Devan took it from there by adding in our personal touches. He pulled colors from the tree to decorate throughout the rest of the house. The result is just wow.” Because of his floral duties and other seasonal projects this year, Netcott found it necessary to pair back to eight houses in-

The dining room has an appealing wintry look that will carry through until spring. Mark Roberts collectible orbs are a focal point of the table.

stead of the 16 he decorated last year. He the elves that are whimsical and look like agrees that a shared vision with Kampeter they are really enjoying themselves. They makes light work of this project. soften up everything, and we carried them “Karen has an easy-going personalithroughout and even up the banister in ty and she is great to work with,” Netcott the hearth room. Just about everywhere says.” She puts a lot of thought into things, you look, you see one of these playful creais good with details and gives helpful feedtures. Devan put in so many different little back. On the other hand, she trusts me and surprises that one day you might see somelets me run with it,” he says. “Having lots thing new you haven’t noticed before.” of room to create makes this project all the While imagination knows no boundarmore satisfying.” ies in nearly every room of the downstairs, Kampeter first enlisted the help of NetKampeter claims the more formal entrycott when she decided to step away from the way as among her favorite Christmas décor. more traditional Christmas tidings. While There sits a magnificent hand-carved Nait was her children, Alex and Ava, who influtivity scene from Jerusalem at the bottom enced her toward a playful theme, she still of the grand winding staircase where white wanted touches of eleganceOriginal for areas that tones addinto to its hardwoods andand the antique removal ofgold a wall opening theclassy amhad grown-up appeal. biance. It is from this vantage point that completely refurbished kitchen make for an immediate welcome when “No doubt it’s a lighthearted guests stepping theme,” through the front door.step into the living room to catch Kampeter says. “My favorite touches are their first glimpse of childlike wonder. Here Jefferson City Magazine | 31

sits a 12-foot tree adorned with bulbs of all sizes and shapes, colorful lights and ribbons and an array of other fanciful adornments. The massive Christmas tree sports elves, candy, Jackin-the boxes, glitter balls and big colorful lights that spill from every branch. Many of the decorations revolve around the children’s interests, such as dinosaurs and princesses. Those most dear to Alex and Ava are situated at the bottom of the tree, so they can be more easily found and enjoyed. “I learned years ago that just because an area is small, don’t use small objects,” Netcott says. “Even though Karen’s living room is not huge, the tree is massive, and I used a lot of large ornaments.” Netcott has an affinity for interspersing stems wherever and whenever possible. “I used 30 to 40 different stems on the tree,” he says. Some are curly and some are lit with their own battery pack. This is a great way to give more shape,” he says. “At the top of the tree, for instance, I used stems to add more height. Stems and garlands are the perfect way to add in different shades of green to give added depth and help to prevent stuffiness. They are musts on trees, wreaths, mantelpieces or any arrangements.” Although the decorations are enchanting and often intricate, durability was also a priority when making choices. For instance, the large cut out snowflakes used on the tree are made from a pliable rubber, and the crystal-like icicles are actually made from acrylic. “It’s a bonus to select items that will last,” Netcott says. “After a few years of just packing up, things get torn up. I try to find materials that are intricate yet stand the test of time.” Known for his artful mixture of patterns, colors and textures, Netcott enjoys the challenge of pattern play. “One of my earliest interior design mentors taught me to never be afraid of mixing patterns. ‘Mix them all together,’ she said. I do, and I love it.” From room to room, ribbons of all sorts can be found, including those made of beading, mesh, glitter and satin. “It’s nice to use three or four different ribbons of varying widths, patterns and textures,” Netcott says. “Even when you are decorating a more formal room, it is cooler to have a mixture of ribbons where you can weave through the colors from your tree and other rooms.” Although this Christmas venture took hours of thought and days to assemble, Netcott believes its success is quite simple. “As it should be, Christmas is about the kids with the Kampeters. Karen’s energetic, bubbly personality is present in every room. There’s lots of movement everywhere, and it’s a spirit of joy that makes you want to be here.” JC 32 | November/December 2015

A 12-foot Christmas tree is loaded with playful ornaments that represent many of the children’s interests. Each year Devan hides Alex and Ava’s favorite ornaments somewhere in the tree, and they take delight in finding them. While the tree’s accents are beautiful, most are made from non-breakable materials such as the rubber snowflakes and acrylic icicles. Whimsy is found throughout the living and hearth rooms. As with the mantel, Netcott believes asymmetrical designs bring added interest. Kampeter took fabrics from a former bedroom to decorate the cheerful sunroom. Decorations here can be easily shifted to last through the winter months.

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KEEP YOUR SANITY WHILE SELLING DURING THE HOLIDAYS By Beth McGeorge Deck the halls but don’t go overboard Think carefully about how your holiday decorations affect a room’s flow and layout. A Christmas tree that’s too large can make the room look overcrowded and small. Keep decorations simple, beautiful and don’t let them overwhelm the space. Seasonal smells of apple cider and evergreen can be great, but remember that a little goes a long way. Even the best smells can turn off a buyer if it’s too overpowering. Photos tell the story Weather is a factor during this time of year, so many buyers begin their home search online. Be sure your home shows beautifully through excellent photos for when buyers are searching from the comfort of their couch. Keep it clean Your home should be tidy and show ready at a moment’s notice. More scheduling conflicts arise during the holidays, and potential buyers might not give as much lead time. Keep carpets clean from dirt and debris, sidewalks cleared of snow and ice and daily clutter put away.

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Keep it cozy Don’t go cheap on the utility bill. The heat should be set at a comfortable level for potential buyers who will be coming in from the cold. Also, leave all of the lights on, so there’s no searching for lights in a dark home. Light the fireplace as an added welcoming touch.

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DESIGNING YOUR HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS By Scott Schaeperkoetter When creating a house plan, it is important to consider the holiday season. Holidays are for families to make memories. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s are all opportunities for your home to be a place that's filled with traditions and people you love. Here are a few ideas to keep in mind when designing a home that flows well for holiday gatherings: 1. Plan for plenty of room in the main gathering areas. • Consider an open main floor plan to allow for larger open spaces. • Finish your basement to allow for larger gatherings. Square footage in the basement can be less expensive than adding square footage to the main level. • Ask yourself: Where will people want to gather? Where can people eat? Is it beneficial to add extra dining space or an island? 2. Consider your exterior and interior Christmas light placement • Incorporate soffit receptacles for the ease of turning lights on and off. • Install a timer for your exterior Christmas lights. • Use dedicated circuits if you want to use extensive exterior lighting. • Put lights on each one of your front windows. 3. Consider interior decoration placement. • Find the perfect Christmas tree location. It should be in a roomy space with an outlet nearby. • Look for ways to display a favorite nativity set or hang stockings. Are a fireplace and mantle important to you? • And, of course, plan the perfect place to catch your loved one under the mistletoe.

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Traditional elegance with a splash of Old Hollywood flare is how Leana Fitzgerald describes her holiday designs at the home of John Wieneman and Don Roark. “This project was the first time I worked with these two wonderful men,” says Fitzgerald, store manager and floral designer at Busch's Florist. “I took my time getting to know them. They wanted their home to be something beautiful that they could sit back and enjoy. They also wanted to feel good about sharing it with friends and family. They were quite involved throughout the project with lots of great ideas and feedback. The three of us had a fun time putting it all together, and I think it shows,” she says. Fitzgerald chose colors that flow with the home. “Because John and Don have a tasteful style, I was determined to provide a proper elegance that embodies them,” Fitzgerald says. “For instance, gold and glass were chosen to bring out their gorgeous chandelier. Red was for John. He loves red. Old Hollywoodstyle teardrops, filigree and crystal snowflakes and detailed rhinestone balls are interspersed throughout. These elements all help to set the proper tone,” she says. Whenever possible, Fitzgerald throws in a touch of her own. “I try to find a way to add ornaments or objects that say ‘joy.’ It is my favorite word. I like to give joy to others and people are always giving it back to me. Joy is my signature word because it is what gets me through the hardest and happiest times. You will find it incorporated into my designs whenever possible,” Fitzgerald says. JC

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For many, depression increases during the holiday season. Feeling blue during this season could be a normal response to increased stress caused by too many things to do and too many places to be with so little time.

W With holidays around the corner, happy expectations are in ample supply around your home, workplace and social circles. You’re receiving well wishes from the grocery store clerk, TV news anchors, family and friends to name a few. There is no escaping the excitement but wait. Are you feeling less than happy? Could you be dreading the holiday season and wish you could simply fast forward right through it? Actually, you are not alone. In fact for many, depression increases during the holiday season. Feeling blue during this season could be a normal response to increased stress caused by too many things to do and too many places to be with so little time. There are financial strains of presents and parties and feelings that you must spend time with people and family members who bring about more anxiety. Or, perhaps you have lost an important person in your family or circle of friends, so there might be an empty place at the table. As a result of these factors and more, you might be one of many who experience depression during

the holidays, but you might not have recognized it as such. Regardless of the reason, there is help available to help you cope. You may wonder, “How do I know if it is a passing bad mood or if this truly depression?” Feeling a bit down for a day or two during this time of year is normal because you might be overtired or fall into the temptation to overeat or have too much to drink, which can also throw your system out of whack. If, on the other hand, you don't feel better after some needed rest and recuperation, you should look into what is causing you to feel down and possibly depressed. It is helpful to understand what causes your depression. You might feel depressed every year at this time and find it doesn't go away until the weather begins to warm up during springtime. This situation is most likely Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD, which is a depressed mood experienced during months with less sunshine. Some of SAD's symptoms include increased sleep, not wanting to get out of bed in the morn-

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GRIEVING A LOSS Grief can be extremely intense during the holidays, especially if you have lost someone close to you in the past year or two. Every activity might remind you that this time last year, you got to spend time with that person. In addition, you might feel angry because your loved one is not physically present. Be patient through the emotions of grief because it can take at least two years to regroup and recreate a new normal. Of course your loved one will not be forgotten, but you can find new ways to begin experiencing joy again. First, keep it simple. Choose events are that are most important to you, and make plans to do only those events. Going places simply to please others can make you feel angry, resentful and unhappy. Choose to be with people who help you to feel more loved. When you do have to be involved with people or events you don't enjoy, keep the visits short so that you remain more in control of your day. Downsize your to-do list by one or two things from what you had planned. The necessary stuff seems to get done, and the less important stuff drains energy and can force you to run extra errands during lunch or at night. Eat lunch slowly and consider it an important break during this hectic time. Taking time to slow down for a few moments midday can give you more energy at the end of the day. Second, take mini breaks during your day, and do it often. The following techniques provide a break from negative thinking by increasing oxygen to your brain and reducing the stress response, which help to increase positive feelings: Breath. When you feel stress or sadness, take two slow, deep breaths while focusing on something that is beautiful or pleasing. Move. Walk or jog in your favorite place midday or before you go home for the evening. Stretch. Full-body yoga poses can be performed anywhere and anytime you have room.

Also, remember to do these stretches and deep breathing techniques before bed to promote a better nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep. Third, if you have lost a special person in your life, keep that person as present as you wish. Most likely others miss them as well, and sharing good memories can help everyone. While initially the memories might bring tears, they are often tears of relief and joy because your loved one is being remembered.. Also, remember to give and accept as many hugs as possible. Physical contact helps to relieve emotional stress and the feelings of isolation you are experiencing due to your loss.

But there is a word of caution. If your depression and sense of overwhelm donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lift with any of the above suggestions, talk with your doctor immediately. Be assured, depressed thoughts are never as bad as imagined, but they should be addressed immediately in order to get your life moving in the right direction. Remember, there is help and hope available through professional support and intervention. JC

Laurel A. Kramer, PhD, is a licensed psychologist with SSM Health Medical Group-Behavioral Medicine.

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FOOD

AS A CULPRIT Understanding and living with food allergies.

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Food allergies have been on the rise during the last three decades, and according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, approximately five percent of children and four percent of adults in the United States are affected. Simply put, a food allergy is when a specific food causes the immune system to trigger a reaction. While nearly any food can create an adverse reaction for some, the following eight foods account for 90 percent of all food allergies:

• Hen’s eggs • Cow’s milk • Peanuts • Tree nuts • Fish • Shellfish • Wheat • Soy

CERTAIN FOOD ALLERGIES, such as eggs, dairy, soy and wheat, tend to fade after a few years of food avoidance. On the other hand, allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, fish and shellfish tend to be lifelong. Risks for food allergies increase if there is a family history particularly with biological parents or siblings. People with asthma or atopic dermitis are also at a higher risk for developing food allergies. Allergy symptoms range from minor to life threatening and can affect many different areas of the body. Symptoms might include, but are not limited to, reddening or itchy skin, chest tightness, wheezing, swollen tongue, nausea or vomiting. However, don’t assume you have a food allergy without a proper evaluation by a health care professional just because you experience symptoms. Food allergies should be considered if a person experiences anaphylaxis (a rapidly progressing, severe and life-threatening allergic reac54 | November/December 2015

tion) or other symptoms within minutes to hours of ingesting food, especially with young children. Allergies might also be present if a person has experienced symptoms several times after ingesting a specific food. The two most common tests used to diagnose food allergies are the skin prick test (SPT) and allergen-specific IgE (sIgE) testing. Skin prick tests are used most often to help diagnose or confirm a food allergy. Skin prick tests are inexpensive and results are available immediately. The sIgE test detects the presence of sIgE antibodies. Diagnosis should not be made by SPT or sIgE testing alone but should be used in correlation with your medical history. Elimination diets and oral food challenges are also frequently used to help diagnose allergies. Dietary restrictions and avoiding foods with specific allergens are the primary way to manage food allergies. If you have a food allergy, learning how to interpret listed ingredients and recognizing food allergen labeling is beneficial. Medications, such as antihistamines, are used to manage symptoms, and epinephrine is the first-line treatment in anaphylaxis. Unfortunately, there are currently no recommended medications to prevent food allergies. For children, The National Institute of Allergy and Asthma does not recommend restricting diet as a strategy for preventing food allergies, nor does it recommend delaying the introduction of solid foods or potentially allergic foods until after four to six months of age. In fact, recent peanut allergy research encourages early introduction to peanutcontaining products to infants who might be at a higher risk. Delaying the introduction of peanuts is actually associated with increased risk of acquiring an allergy. Living with food allergies can present a challenge, but if you have an allergy, you have many resources and healthcare professionals available to help. Over the past few years, the number of allergen-free foods available have grown significantly. JC

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A Word from the Mayor

Carrie Tergin

Holding onto Traditions

I look forward to my first Christmas as mayor! Lighting the mayor’s Christmas tree at Rotary Park will be a proud moment for me as a Rotarian. Other Jefferson City traditions I am excited for include Living Windows, the Christmas parade and Capitol Caroling, which awaken the spirit of the season for me. I have fond family memories of spending time at the Tergin Apartments gathered around a silver tinsel tree with my parents and grandparents. Hopeful for snow on Christmas Eve, my brother, sister and I were ready to make our marks in the new dusting and being the oldest, I was always first out the door. While there was not a nearby Greek Orthodox Church, we attended local Christmas Eve services and all celebrated together. Growing up in the retail business and now continuing on with running our family store, I learned early that this season is about helping others prepare for their own traditions. Like many other local shop owners, it is our busiest time with lots of extended hours, and we often feel like Santa’s elves. As a Hallmark store owner, I love helping my customers find something special for everyone on their lists. Through the years I’ve grown to understand that putting ornaments on the tree is far more than decorating; it represents tender memories. It’s amazing how one special ornament captures a moment in time. As my family and I open gifts on Christmas Eve, I think of the packages that we helped wrap for so many. It makes the extra hours at the store worthwhile. Today more than ever, Christmas cards deliver special holiday greetings from friends and family. Opening our mailboxes and finding that someone cared enough to send a card with a handwritten message is particularly meaningful at a time when technology is our main mode of communication. It makes us realize that during the fun-filled frenzy of the holidays, someone thought of us.

MOST IMPORTANTLY AND NOT TO BE FORGOTTEN, I wanted to give a special thanks to those who keep our city operating smoothly during the holidays: the snow plow drivers, police, fire fighters, ambulance drivers and those who work 24/7 regardless the season or holiday so that we can all be safe and enjoy. JC

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A closer look at new and emerging businesses 1. Final Cuts on Broadway

3. Three Story Coffee

Looking for a new family salon? Look no more. Owners Kate Asahl and Melissa Calvaruso are experts at hair care for women, men and children. And if there’s no time to plan ahead, no worries. Walk-ins are welcome. Hair services include cuts, color, highlights, perms straightening, conditioning treatments and formal and causal styling. Also included are manicures, pedicures and facial waxing. Contact: Melissa Calvaruso, 706 Broadway St., 573-634-7037

This cozy shop roasts its own delicious coffee and has now opened a second location next to The Millbottom on W. Main St. Housed in a 380-square-foot building, this new location is walking distance to the Missouri State Capitol. Near future plans include offering BK Bakery pastries, Mom’s Pretzels and Askinosie Chocolate. Owners Tony and Sarah Anderson focus on direct trade coffee and tea bought from international farmers. Three Story Coffee recently began producing coffee for a private-label brand, the ZimZam Blend, which is sold to churches and individuals to support the work of ministry organization ZimZam Global. Contact: Tony Anderson, 400 W. Main St., 573-893-1932.

2. 54 Archery Filled to the brim with equipment, this is a great place to stock up on all of your archery needs. While the shop might be small, the best options in archery include Bowtech, PSE and True Fire Release archery products. Following a boyhood archery passion, owner Richard Green, also longtime owner of Green Electric, decided to prepare for his “retirement” by opening this store and spreading his love of archery to others. Whether you are a longtime bow hunter, new to the sport or simply have a question, stop by and Green will offer support and share his knowledge. His enthusiasm is contagious. Contact: Richard Green, 6319 Quarry Rd., 573-632-2008

4. Alyssa’s Garden You’ll love this quaint boutique located in Jefferson City’s historic downtown that specializes in clothing and accessories for babies, toddlers and little girls. You will find brands such as Rare Editions, Bonnie Jean, Mud Pie and more both in the store and online. Owned by Dana Roberts, you will find an excellent assortment of pageant, party and flower girl dresses ranging from newborn to girls size 18. Special orders are also available. If you don’t have time to stop by the store, feel free to shop online at alyssas-garden.com Contact: Dana Roberts, 314 Jefferson St., 573-616-1424 JC

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Business Briefs Promoted, hired, recognized KRISTA JACQUES, FNP, joins Capital Region Physicians in Owensville. Jacques received her bachelor’s degree from Truman State University and her Master of Science from the University of Missouri. Prior to joining Capital Region, Jacques was with North Missouri Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgery in Kirksville. She has 12 years of experience in family practice with a special interest in osteoarthritis. DR. PURVI PATEL joins Capital Region Physicians – CCMA. She received her medical degree from the University of Missouri in Kansas City and completed her internal medicine residency at Washington University – Barnes-Jewish Hospital. She is board eligible for the American Board of Internal Medicine. ALICIA TROESSER is promoted to art director at Caledon Virtual based in Columbia. Troesser has been serving as senior graphic designer since joining the firm in April. Previously, Troesser served as social media director at Comminiqué and graphic designer at Veterans United Home Loans. JAIME BASNETT, MSN, FNP-BC, CIC, joins Missouri Orthopaedic Institute at Capital Region Medical Center. Basnett received her Bachelor of Science and master’s degrees from the University of Missouri. She is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and she holds her certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology. ERICA PEFFERMAN, president of The Business Times Company, joins owners Al Germond and Dave Baugher as a partner. Pefferman, a Joplin native, joined the company in 2013. The Business Times Company is parent company to Columbia Home, Columbia Business Times, Jefferson CITY Magazine and Business Times Interactive. JOHN (DENNY) HAMILTON is appointed director of business development at Capital Region Medical Center. In addition, Hamilton is the director of pharmacy, a position he has held for 18 years. Previously, he was the clinical pharmacy coordinator. Hamilton received his Doctor of Pharmacy from St. Louis College of Pharmacy and completed his pharmacy practice residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. KRISTEN PRINGER, RN, was recently promoted to manager of medical/surgical unit at Capital Region Medical Center. Pringer began at Capital Region as an emergency department nurse and then served as an educator for Capital Region’s Intensive Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit and Cardiac Cath Lab. Most recently, Pringer was the performance improvement facilitator. Pringer received her nursing degree from Lincoln University. She is a member of the American Nurses Association and serves as the central region chair.

RITA KEMPKER, foundation director for Capital Region Medical Center, was named the Central Missouri Philanthropy Professional of the Year by the Central Missouri Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Kempker was chosen over several other accomplished nominees for this highly competitive award. Kempker has 25 years of experience in fundraising and holds her certified fund raising executive certification from CFRE International. KATHY STEINMEYER is the new director of patient experience and performance improvement at Capital Region Medical Center. Steinmeyer received her Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from University of Missouri in Rolla. She has worked at Capital Region as the lean six sigma specialist and most recently as the performance improvement manager. DR. KERI LOW joins Capital Region Physicians – ENT. Dr. Low received her Doctor of Audiology from Ohio State University. She is a member of the American Academy of Audiology and the Educational Audiology Association. Before joining Capital Region, Low completed a pediatric audiology externship at the Central Institute for the Deaf in St. Louis. Her interests include adult and pediatric diagnostic audiology, assistive listening technology, aural rehabilitation and central auditory processing disorders. BILL PLANK joins Naught-Naught Agency’s sales team to lead business development for the firm. Plank brings more than 15 years of financial and management experience to this role. Most recently, he established and managed a construction lending division for one of the top mortgage lenders in Missouri.

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PREVENTION! Capital Region Medical Center is the only local facility with two Selenia® Dimensions® digital mammography systems. This system offers sharp breast images, a more comfortable ergonomic design and a 3D tomosynthesis platform. Self-referral mammograms are available at Capital Region for women who are age 40 years or older, who do not have any breast problems or symptoms and who have not had a mammogram in the last 12 months. For more information call 573-632-5152.

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Congrats to Coffee Zone for being awarded the Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Small Business of the Year. Owner Taisir Yanis first opened the doors 12 years ago and has been pouring delicious cups of java and wishing customers “Hala Hala” ever since.

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The Joint Commission Center for Transforming Healthcare has released its Targeted Solutions Tool® (TST®) for preventing hospital inpatient falls and falls with injury. The Preventing Falls TST is an online resource that provides a step-by-step process to assist hospitals in measuring fall and fall with injury rates, identifying and measuring barriers to fall prevention, and implementing the Center’s proven solutions for fall prevention that are customized to address specific barriers. Visit www. centerfortransforminghealthcare.org

MATURE WORKERS The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) celebrates 50 years. This program provides paid training for low-income people 55 years of age or older, who are unemployed and have poor employment prospects. As the fastest-growing sector of today’s workforce, older workers play a vital role. The U.S. Department of Labor says this trend will continue through the 21st century. For more information call 877-872-4740 or visit www.experienceworks.org

RACE ON

Sadie Hawkins Day, November 13, originated in the ‘30s from Al Capp's ‘Lil Abner cartoon. Mayor Hawkins was desperate to marry off his daughter, so he created a race between unmarried men and women. All single men were given a short lead and then the single women, including Sadie, chased them. If a single girl caught her man, he had to marry her.

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SUCCESS SSM Health St. Mary’s is a Missouri “Show-Me 5” hospital for adopting the first five of 10 steps necessary to successful breastfeeding from the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Birth facility policies and practices significantly impact whether women choose to breastfeed and their sustained success. With less than 10 hospitals in the state with this designation, St. Mary’s Hospital is the latest to receive the award.

BEAUTIFUL TREATMENT Howard Plastic Surgery Group added a medispa to their Jefferson City location. Clinical skin treatments include many different resurfacing and peeling options. Spa treatments include a variety of facial treatments, massage therapy, waxing treatments, brow and lash services and mineral makeup and its application. Call 573-635-9668 or visit howardplasticsurgery.com

NO TO ELECTIVE DELIVERIES Capital Region Medical Center has achieved zero early elective deliveries (EEDs) for the last ten months. A partnership between the March of Dimes Missouri Chapter and the Missouri Hospital Association (MHA) is achieving its goal of reducing early elective deliveries. Of the 46 participating birthing hospitals in Missouri, 78 percent report a rate of five percent or less, and 61 percent have had no EEDs in the last ten months.

TAKE A BREATHER AND REMEMBER The Breast Cancer Care Project and the Jefferson City Chapter of the American Cancer Society are partnered with the Cultural Arts Commission to create a downtown tributary. This area, between Saffees and the Monaco Law Firm, will have a water fountain and custom-designed glass tiles with metal recognition plaques. Cary Gampher, local architect, has plans for a steel sculpture to be placed in the fountain spelling out HOPE. Andrea Cleeton, local artist, is creating glass tiles with cancer ribbon symbols in colors specific to cancer types. For more information call Lucia Kincheloe at 338-8800.

SALT FOR HEALTH Ann Brown, owner of Saltability, and Leo Tonkin, CEO of SALT Chamber, showcased products at the 25th Annual ISPA convention in Las Vegas. Saltability, a Missouri-based company, offers Himalayan salt products for professionals and individuals. According to Brown, Himalayan salt has 84 trace minerals. Depending on application, minerals absorb into the skin and can balance the body's PH, aide in proper metabolism, help with gastrointestinal issues and improve circulation.

JOLLY OLE SOUL Time to celebrate St. Nicholas on December 6. St. Nicholas lived in Greece just a couple hundred years after the birth of Jesus. He was a caring soul who gave up all of his belongings to follow Christ. St. Nicholas is well known for giving to needy people, especially children. JC

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prevention as well as treatment,” Calvaruso says. “We were the first A recent completion of a 120,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art and are still the only hospital to offer a hospital-based fitness facility, expansion allows Capital Region Medical Center to modernize which is located in the Sam B. Cook Healthplex. the way it delivers health care. While the new space is esthetically “In addition to our long-standing commitment to wellness, these pleasing, the internal changes have shifted focus to become even changes drove us to put an even greater emphasis on the outpatient more patient centered. environment and also caused a need for rapid growth within our “The response has been overwhelming to these well-planned physicians group,” he says. “As a result, the decision to consolidate upgrades,” says Gaspare Calvaruso, president of Capital Region our specialists and expand the medical center was an easy one. With Medical Center. “Patients appreciate the benefits of a more relaxed, the Doctor’s Park building available, we had the perfect one-stop experience. For instance, inpatient and setting for a successful project.” outpatient services are conveniently located close to the One of the most striking features of the expansion hospital entrance. The pharmacy is nearby inpatient "We couldn’t be is the new outpatient area where patients can relax and outpatient appointment areas so after a visit, happier about the between appointments in comfortable, oversized prescriptions are more quickly and easily filled. physical changes. chairs or to take time to bask in the natural sunlight “Covered parking with more available spaces allows We wanted the new from overhead skylights and amply-sized windows. direct access to the hospital, so patients can park on the space to be inviting Impossible to overlook is the attractive local artwork same floor as their appointment,” he says. “Additionally, and comfortable, that portrays the natural beauty and surroundings many physician offices have relocated to the Doctor’s and it is." of the capital city area. While all of the elements are Park building, which is steps from the hospital instead – Gaspare Calvaruso indeed beautiful, the space is designed for efficient of miles away like before. Other new departments flow and easy access, which makes the overall include an ENT and Audiology clinic, an occupational experience all the better. medicine clinic and a physical therapy gym. All of these additions “We couldn’t be happier about the physical changes,” Calvaruso have been very well received.” says. “We wanted the new space to be inviting and comfortable, Certain changes as a result of the Affordable Care Act mean and it is. The additions are all certainly good, important and wellproviders must move toward a prevention approach. As a longtime instituted, however, what does remain is our compassionate and advocate for health and wellness, Capital Region is familiar with tremendous team of physicians, nurses, techs, aids and staff. The such an outlook. new building is, without a doubt, innovative and a true asset to our “Historically, health care has been about treating the sick, but community, but it’s nothing without a great team inside. Fortunately, through the Affordable Care Act, we are being asked to focus on Jefferson City Magazine | 67

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I have the privilege of working with great people and witnessing the amazing job they do every day.” As a community hospital located in the heart of town, Capital Region strives to be a strong supporter of Jefferson City in more ways than one. With the expansion, for instance, 80 percent of the work was done by local companies. And now that construction is complete, there will be more ways to engage the public with the newly opened Tunnell/Wherritt Community Conference Center. “Our Community Conference Center provides a great venue for us to hold educational events to improve health literacy,” says Rita Kempker, executive director of the Capital Region Medical Foundation. “Education about wellness was identified as an area of need in our recent Community Health Needs Assessment project. We are also looking for ways to enhance the area around our campus by working with local groups to beautify the area and strengthen our partnerships. All of these are positive steps toward building a stronger, healthier, more productive community.” Long-term goals for the facility include adding more physicians and services to meet the growing needs of local communities. And as the local population ages, Capital Region continues to identify and forecast future needs. With these projections in mind, the expansion was designed with shell space so that more providers can be easily added as future needs require. “We expect to see continued growth within the Capital Region 68 | November/December 2015

Physicians Group, and we see "In addition to the need to look for ways to our long-standing improve access not only to our commitment to local communities but to the rural wellness, these communities we serve as well,” says changes drove Tom Niekamp, vice president of us to put an even physician relations. greater emphasis More recently, Capital Region on the outpatient has partnered with the Missouri environment…" Foundation for Health and is currently working with the Eldon – Gaspare Calvaruso School District to teach students and families about making better health choices in many areas. Eventually, this same program will branch out to Versailles and Jefferson City Public Schools. “We will also focus on managing population health,” says Janet Weckenborg, vice president of operations. “Through programs and tools being developed by various groups including our affiliate, University of Missouri Health Care, we are looking at areas of greatest need that will make a positive impact with the health of our patients. These findings will help drive future decisions with which physicians we recruit and what educational opportunities we provide among other things.” As a full-service community hospital with an expansive clinic

network, Capital Region claims continued access to health services that are comprehensive, high quality and convenient. And in the event a higher level of care is needed, their longstanding connection to the University of Missouri Health Care System allows for a seamless transition of care.

“Yes, our additional services are strengths for us, and our team of trusted experts delivers collaborative and comprehensive health care that is compassionate and convenient,” Calvaruso says. “This is the new way health care is being provided, and it’s only available at Capital Region Medical Center.” According to Calvaruso, “What’s more, we know our community, we are the community. We are the fourth largest employer in Jefferson City, and we take great pride in our exceptional, experienced tenured staff. “I believe the views from our facility say everything,” he says. “When you look out certain windows, you see our beautiful downtown and state capitol, and it’s a spectacular sight. We are thrilled to be able to have this wonderful space to provide advanced medicine with such an amazing backdrop.” JC

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Industry NonStandard Honesty, transparency and hard work attract generational customers to Riley Auto Group.

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Michael J. Fox once said, “Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” These words ring true for the Riley family, who has spent nearly 80 years working together to build a business they believe in right here in Jefferson City. The family passion for the car business started with Don F. Riley, a young man born in Michigan at the heart of the automotive industry. After working for Chevrolet, Don started his own car dealership in Jefferson City in 1936. His son, Don B. Riley, followed in his footsteps later building and expanding the business to a larger location on Christy Drive in 1970. As the generations of family grew, so did the family business. Today, the three Riley brothers, Carey, Kevin and Mike, have merged their father’s business and the Toyota dealership they started together in 1993 into a completely remodeled and expanded complex off Christy Drive. The two facilities offer the newest line of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Toyota, Scion brands and preowned vehicles, as well as a state-of-theart collision center, which repairs both foreign and domestic brands. While the buildings have expanded over the years,

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Riley’s still offers the same family-friendly atmosphere customers have come to know. However, it’s not just the Riley name that makes you family. “We’ve had other generations of families employed at our stores, including several who have worked here for more than 40 years,” Carey says. “When you see people grow up, get married, have kids and then grandchildren, your family is more than just your immediate family. It’s bigger.” As Kevin often articulates, “We don’t change hands, we shake hands.’”

“We’ve had other generations of families employed at our stores, including several who have worked here for more than 40 years. When you see people grow up, get married, have kids and then grandchildren, your family is more than just your immediate family. It’s bigger. – Carey Riley While the team has remained consistent, the business is nimble with meeting ever-changing customer needs as the car industry continues to shift and evolve. Everything is now digital. According to Carey, customers used to visit a dealership multiple times during their search for a vehicle, but now they do most of their research online before ever visiting a dealership. While there might be less visits, it doesn’t make a buying experience any less thrilling. “It’s exciting to see first-time car buyers exercise their independence by making that first purchase,” Carey says. “It’s all about relationships, and trust is key. You feel good about it, and you hope that you make your customer feel good about it too.” Customers are not the only topic that sparks excitement for Carey. You can see the love and admiration he has for his family, including his brothers, kids and nephews, as he talks about how they each play a role in the business. He even willingly shares one office space with all of his brothers. According the Carey, the shared office is an acquired appreciation that was years in the making. “At the end of a day, month or year, you remember the risk that was taken by someone you loved in order to build this business to make it grow and flourish,” Carey says. “We’ve taken risks at

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We are just like any other small business that has a great impact on local communities. With a family-owned business like ours, the money you spend here stays here. – Kyle Riley

different times and when times are good, we’re thankful. When times aren’t as good, we’re still thankful.” Gratitude continues to surface when talking about their community as well. Jefferson City is home not only for their business but also for their families. Giving back has been engrained in all the generations of the Riley family, including Carey’s son, Kyle, who is a sales consultant at the store. “We are just like any other small business that has a great impact on local communities,” Kyle says. “With a family-owned business like ours, the money you spend here stays here.” Although conditions in the car industry can be tough, the Riley’s hope that by earning business the honest, straight forward and transparent way (as they’ve been doing since 1936), it will allow their business to thrive for future generations. “New technology with cutting-edge products from both GM and Toyota brands coupled with a family-business atmosphere means customers experience a high level of commitment to excellence not only in the car sales or service environment but also in the community,” Mike says. JC Riley Auto Group is located at 2033 and 2105 Christy Dr. in Jefferson City. For more information visit www.goriley.com.

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UNDER YOUR NOSE

A Submarine of our Own The USS Jefferson City brings individuals and community together in surprising ways.

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Jefferson City is full of undiscovered gems. Visitors are automatically directed to the big, well-known treasures in town—state capitol building, Governor’s mansion, Central Dairy— but there are some historical wonders even locals aren’t aware of, such as the USS Jefferson City. There is a nuclear submarine still active and on undersea missions named after Jefferson City. While having a namesake submarine is nice, it’s the lives impacted and woven together by the USS Jefferson City that show the real heart of our community. Commissioned in 1992, the USS Jefferson City (SSN 759) was the Navy’s newest class of nuclear powered attack submarines called the Los Angeles Class Attack Submarine. At 360 feet long, 33 feet wide and weighing 6,900 tons, it was equipped with torpedoes and missiles, as well as more than 130 crew members onboard. The USS Jefferson City had a commissioning committee, which included city officials, state representatives and community members, with a goal of bringing together a city and a submarine. Former Councilman Jim Haake and his wife, Catherine, helped in that endeavor by housing some of the visiting crew members when they would come to Jefferson City on a namesake tour. Jefferson City families would “adopt” the sailors to give them a touchstone to the community. The Haake’s daughter, Christa, became good friends with their adopted sailor, Eric Stein, when she was home on the weekends from college. Stein strongly encouraged her to attend the commissioning of the ship in February 1992 in Norfolk, Virginia, with her parents. “I was in college at the time and was not going to go,” Christa says. “His way of convincing me to

go was to say there would be 150 men in uniform there,” she says laughing. Christa went to visit Stein at the commissioning and would also meet his roommate, John Vizner, for the first time. At the dance after the official commissioning ceremony of the USS Jefferson City, Vizner asked her to dance the two-step. It was a moment that changed her life. The couple got married less than two years later and now live in Waco, Texas, with their kids. Christa and her husband still have a strong connection with Jefferson City and visit family often. “I remember the Commander saying relations couldn’t get any better than the Councilman’s daughter marrying a sailor on the sub,” Christa says. “It was a close relationship.” Vizner wasn’t the only crewmember affected positively by the Jefferson City community. Andy I remember the Lenart went straight Commander saying relations couldn’t get into the Navy when he any better than the graduated high school in Councilman’s daughter northeast Ohio in 1993. marrying a sailor on He was a crewmember the sub. It was a close of the USS Jefferson relationship. City, who served as a — Christa Stein, wife of storekeeper second class former USS Jefferson from 1994-97. Lenart City crewmember also had the opportunity to come to Jefferson City on a namesake tour in 1995. Although not adopted by the Haake family, he found the experience of being embraced by the community just as rewarding. “It reminded me of where I grew up,” Lenart says. “I always thought Jeff City had a small town feel. They were outrageously friendly. People were so nice.” Jefferson City Magazine | 75

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WHEN LENART COMPLETED HIS second tour of duty in the Navy in 2001, he knew he wouldn’t stay in San Diego but didn’t know where home would be next. He and his fiancé drove through Missouri and both commented how beautiful it was in the state. He instantly remembered his time in Jefferson City five years earlier. Both called it home a few months later. Lenart, who married his fiancé and now has two kids, is a sergeant with the Jefferson City Police Department. He has never forgotten the welcome he and his other crew members received from this community. “It was humbling because we were treated like celebrities,” Lenart says. “We lived it every day, so it was nice to be appreciated. They embraced us, and it made you feel good about what you do and why you’re doing it.” The USS Jefferson City, after more than 20 years in the water, is still answering the call of duty with a new group of sailors working hard to serve our country. This past September, some of those crew members got to tour Jefferson City on another namesake tour. They visited with community members at Oktoberfest in Old Munichberg and even shared a meal at Memorial Park. While we can’t guarantee they fell in love during their brief time here, we hope the hidden gems of our city—our outrageously kind people—shined brightly and welcomed them home. JC Current crew members of the USS Jefferson City, from left: Lt.j.g. Keven McKee, Commanding Officer Cmdr. John Croghan and Chief of the Boat Master Chief Petty Officer Joseph Bransfield.

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of Southern California (otolaryngology/head and neck surgery resident, 1990) and University of Liverpool/Royal Liverpool Hospital (head and neck surgery, 1991). WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION AND WHY? United Way because of the direct effect it has in our community. There are so many wonderful charities out there. I also applaud Vitae Society for their work to preserve and promote the sanctity of life.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THIS POSITION? I came on board April 2015. PLEASE LIST YOUR FORMER JOBS AND NUMBER OF YEARS/MONTHS IN THOSE POSITIONS. President of the Medical Staff, SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital, 2013 to 2015 and Vice President of Jefferson City Medical Group, 2010 to 2015 TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY. Cynthia, my wife of 27 years, is completing her master’s degree in nursing education. She is the director of simulation at Lincoln University School of Nursing. Our oldest son, William Locke, graduated in May from the University of Missouri School of Law. He is currently an officer candidate at the United States Marine Corps Officer Candidate School in Quantico, Virginia. Ian, our middle son, will graduate this spring from Saint Louis University. His areas of focus are secondary education and English literature. Rebecca, our youngest and only daughter, is a junior at New York University Tisch School of the Arts studying drama and mathematics. PLEASE LIST YOUR EDUCATION. Princeton University (bachelor’s degree, 1981), Wake Forest University (Doctor of Medicine, 1985), University

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR IMMEDIATE AND LONG-TERM GOALS IN YOUR NEW POSTION? Immediately, I would like to see JCMG through many challenges and transitions in the health care delivery system, including ACO formation, changes in medical billing and reimbursement, such as ICD-10. From a long-term perspective, my plans include helping JCMG grow in breadth of medical services, and I also want to increase our service area through affiliations and providers in our region. HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO IMPACT THE JEFFERSON CITY COMMUNITY? I want to continue to strive with the rest of the JCMG providers, as well as, increase the availability of specialty and primary care in our community. WHY YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR LINE OF WORK? In my specialty, ENT and sinus surgery, I very much enjoy the complexity of head and neck anatomy and enjoy the challenges of diagnostics. In my administrative role, although much newer, I want to help continue the legacy established by physician leadership that has gone before me. I want to see JCMG be the premier ambulatory care provider in Jefferson City. WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CAREER OBSTACLE YOU’VE HAD TO OVERCOME? The first year of my postgraduate medical education (internship), following medical school, I worked 100-110 hours a week. WHAT IS THE GREATEST PERSONAL CHALLENGE THAT YOU HAVE ACHIEVED SUCCESS? I don’t know how much credit I deserve, but I like to think the greatest challenge is raising children. I’m very proud of the successes and accomplishments they’ve experienced.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL ARE YOUR STRENGTHS? WEAKNESSES? Strengths: I have been blessed by the advantage of an exceptional and well-rounded education. I also have personal determination and the ability to think strategically about JCMG and business opportunities. Weaknesses: Sometimes I need help with organization. I’m really appreciative for the strong in this area who are there to assist. I am also thankful for the administrative support team at JCMG who help keep me on schedule. WHICH ACCOMPLISHMENT MAKES YOU MOST PROUD? My kids saying that I’m a good dad. FAVORITE PLACE TO SPEND A SATURDAY AFTERNOON? On our farm near the Gasconade River. FAVORITE COMFORT FOOD? Chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes and gravy. YOUR FAVORITE APP? The Weather Channel app allows me to keep track of the weather in the areas where my kids live. I also really like Trip Advisor. WHERE IS YOUR IDEAL VACATION:? Some place in the Caribbean or any place where I can go fishing. WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT HAS CHANGED YOUR LIFE? Being a father as well as moving here from the state of California and having the opportunity to work for an organization as fantastic as JCMG. WHAT IS A SECRET ASPIRATION OF YOURS? To catch an Arctic Char, preferably while fly fishing. WHAT IS YOUR SOURCE OF INSPIRATION? On a professional level, my patients, my exceptional staff, my partners and colleagues are all inspirational. On a personal level, God, family, friends and an inner desire to succeed is what keeps me motivated. WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE HOBBIES? I love to fish and swim. WHAT IS A FUN FACT ABOUT YOU THAT MOST PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW? I was a gold medalist for Team USA in the 200-meter-medley relay at the 2013 Pan American Master’s Swimming Championship held in Sarasota, Florida. JC

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community level and support programs that are really making a difference in the lives of local folks. WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR IMMEDIATE AND LONG-TERM GOALS IN YOUR NEW POSTION? My long-term goal is to continue JCMG’s tradition of providing the highest quality and most comprehensive physician led care in midMissouri. Over the short term, we have to adapt to a rapidly changing healthcare environment while consistently improving our service to patients and recruiting the best medical providers and support staff.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN YOUR CURRENT POSITION? Four months PLEASE LIST YOUR FORMER JOBS AND NUMBER OF YEARS/MONTHS IN THOSE POSITIONS: Chief operating officer, Hutchinson Clinic, Hutchinson, Kansas, for three years, Director of patient account services, HCA Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas, for three years and Managing consultant, Accretive Health, Kansas City, Missouri, for two years. TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY. My wife, Laura, and I have been married for eight years. We met my sophomore year at Kansas State University, and she has been putting up with me ever since. Laura is a registered occupational therapist specializing in geriatric rehabilitation and traumatic burn recovery. We stay busy with two children: Madison, age three and Elena, age one. PLEASE LIST YOUR EDUCATION. I have a Master of Business Administration from Baker University and a Bachelor of Arts from Kansas State University. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION AND WHY? I have long appreciated the great work done by the United Way organization. They keep resources at the

HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO IMPACT THE JEFFERSON CITY COMMUNITY? I am fortunate to work in a place where we can impact the community on a daily basis. Beyond that, I look forward to being personally engaged on a civic level with the Jefferson City community. WHY YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR LINE OF WORK? I am passionate about providing highquality care to patients. I believe that this can best be accomplished by ensuring that physicians have the ability to practice independently and maintain relationships with their patients free from outside influence. For this reason, I have chosen to work for physician-led organizations. I am passionate about protecting and improving this important element of the health care delivery system. WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CAREER OBSTACLE YOU’VE HAD TO OVERCOME? A few years ago, I wanted to move out of the financial side of health care to a more general operations and strategic role. At that time, I had a very secure position with a major hospital system. This change in career direction required that I leave the corporate health care setting, take a substantial career risk and move my family. It was a tough decision and even harder transition, but I haven’t looked back. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST PERSONAL CHALLENGE THAT HAS RESULTED IN SUCCESS? As a kid I often struggled in school. It wasn’t until college that I really figured out how to excel academically. Overcoming some self-imposed learning barriers was a major personal victory that gave me the confidence to take on career

challenges that I would have never thought were possible. WHAT DO YOU FEEL ARE YOUR STRENGTHS? WEAKNESSES? I have too many weaknesses to list, but one in particular is time management. I cannot ever seem to find enough hours in the day to get everything done at home or work. In terms of strengths, I like to think of myself as a problem solver. I love working with teams to foster innovation and develop new and creative ways to achieve results. WHAT ACCOMPLISHMENT MAKES YOU MOST PROUD? Professionally speaking, I have had the opportunity to build some great teams. I have enjoyed watching new leaders step into roles and really take off. For me, that is one of the most rewarding aspects of my professional life. On the personal side, convincing my amazing wife, Laura, to marry me was a world-class accomplishment that I still cannot believe I was able to achieve. WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO SPEND A SATURDAY AFTERNOON? There is no place like home. I make every effort not to have plans on the weekends and focus on being around the house to spend time with family. That said, I also enjoy catching a Royals game in Kansas City or watching my alma mater, K-State, play football. WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT HAS CHANGED YOUR LIFE? My Christian faith, getting married and becoming a parent have all altered the course of my life in so many ways. I have been truly blessed. WHAT IS A SECRET ASPIRATION OF YOURS? I have always thought I might run for public office eventually. However, that seems less and less appealing the older I get. More realistically, I would like to someday teach a college course on business, marketing or something along those lines. WHAT IS YOUR SOURCE OF INSPIRATION? My faith and my family are key inspirations for me. I am also driven by what I believe to be a growing need to improve the health care delivery system in the United Statves. WHAT IS A FUN FACT ABOUT YOU THAT MOST PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW? I am fluent in Spanish. JC

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Giving Thanks Three local theologians offer their unique and creative perspectives on what the holiday season means to them and to their faith.

Fr. Greg Meystrik, St Peter Catholic Church As nights grow longer, I encourage you to remember the image of a star. Stars are a prominent figure in Christmas and holiday decorations. Christmas trees are often topped with a star. Stars are found on holiday wrapping paper and with Nativity scenes. Christmas lights can serve as little electric images and reminders of stars burning brightly in the midst of darkness and cold. People have researched the Christmas star that guided the Magi, the wise men from the East, to pay homage to Jesus Christ at the time of his birth. Stars can remind us that light and hope always win and that trust is far more powerful than doubt or fear. Stars are also good reminders to keep hope alive. The light of a star can take thousands of years to hit earth and yet it does. Long after a star’s energy and light have been discharged with its core and energy completely exhausted, its light continues to radiate outwards, which brightens our lives. And let’s not forget that stars are humble forms of matter that have one simple mission: to burn brightly as long as possible. This image of a star is a hopeful reminder to me that the life and light of our ancestors and forbearers still burns brightly. Their lives and their good and kind deeds continue to shine in our lives. Yes, hope and light continue to shine. People are drawn to the outdoor lights at St. Peter Church, the Christmas lights downtown, at the Capitol and the Governor’s Mansion too. Why? I think it’s because they remind us to keep hope alive. It’s true. There is a warmth of friendship and solidarity in the midst of shortened days and cooler temperatures. There is an ongoing vigor and sense of encouragement that we can draw from our forbearers who built and entrusted to us a great place to live and call home. There is a spirit of gratitude that is alive and well in our community. We can fan the flame of this spirit so that it continues to fill our lives and those of our neighbors. It’s called light and hope. Believing in this hope and promise causes our world to expand. On the other hand, fostering darkness, doubt, fear and greed causes our joy to vanish and the precious bonds of solidarity to wither on the vine.

A SPIRIT OF GENEROUSITY I find it fruitful, especially during this time of year, to remind myself that we live in a world of plenty. God blesses us with more than enough abundance so that we can give thanks and share. Yet all too often, we tend to foster within our minds and hearts a mindset of scarcity. We worry that we don’t or won’t have enough of what we need. But, numerous passages from sacred scripture remind us of God’s generosity and desire to bless us with plenty. (The image of Jesus’ disciples catching a multitude of fish with his reassurance is a favorite of mine.) I encourage you during this holiday season to turn to your church, synagogue or house of worship to seek and spread mercy and kindness. The needs of those who live in our community are great. In the worldwide Roman Catholic Church, we have begun a special holy year, a jubilee year of mercy. It’s an opportunity to bring good news to the poor, liberty to captives and the oppressed and sight to the blind. It is a time to bring hope to all who are suffering. Here at St. Peter Church, we have the tradition of the Giving Tree, which assists neighbors and friends who seek assistance through the Samaritan Center. Opportunities to extend mercy abound. I invite and encourage you to spread the warmth of light and hope. Proclaim through your words and actions that you choose to believe in and share God’s abundance through your own generosity, forgiveness and mercy. Let us also pray for those in need that God will calm their fears and offer them peace. I believe strongly that generosity expands our world and offers light, warmth and peace. I encourage each of you to see the bounty in your midst and to invite those in need into your hearts and homes. I wish you, your family, neighbors and co-workers God’s peace and all good.

Fr. Greg Meystrik has been the pastor of St. Peter Catholic Church in Jefferson City since 2012. He was born in St. Louis, grew up in Jefferson City and attended both West Elementary School and St Joseph Cathedral School. He was ordained a priest in 1990. He and his parents, Jack and Mary, and his brother, Steve, and his family are proud to call Jefferson City their home.

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CITY CHARACTER (trust) in the Almighty. How else can one explain the miracle of our small forces defeating the Greeks? Other issues of observance are discussed in my Hanukkah message to you this day.

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Rabbi Joseph Fred Benson What is the Festival of Hanukkah? To help portray this festival, I have written a fictional letter by Judah Maccabee addressed to his constituents. What would he have written in 164 B.C.? Well, the simple answer is we don’t know. That said, I have taken the plunge to write this imaginary piece, based on history through the lens of the holiday season – a season couched in giving thanks. December 6, 2015 24 Kislev, 5776 Erev/Eve of Hanukkah City of Jerusalem Province of Judea 25 Kislev, 3597 (164 B.C.)

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My Fellow Countrymen, I am pleased to announce that we have driven back the forces of evil, the idol worshipers of Greece. We are in the process of cleansing the temple and will have a Hanukkah (a dedication ceremony) tonight. Oil is in short supply. There is only enough oil to light the temple menorah for one night. You are urged to bring any oil that you can spare for the maintenance of the temple. My cabinet and I have engaged in discussions of what is to be if we do not have a sufficient quantity of oil for the next eight days. That's when our new shipment is due in from Egypt. Will temple life cease to exist? Will we, as Jews, cease to observe Torah laws and precepts if we don't have oil for the temple menorah? Oil is important. Nonetheless, it is not the end-all of our existence. We exist, my fellow countrymen, because we have emunah (faith) and bitachon 84 | November/December 2015

Because we have been engaged in warfare with the Greeks, the Festival of Sukkot (Thanksgiving) did not take place this year. I firmly believe, as does my cabinet, that it is better late than never to celebrate this festival of in-gathering. Do you have a lulav (i.e., a palm branch,) and esrog (i.e., a citrine) lying around? If so, please bring them to the temple so that we can engage in hoda'ah (giving thanks) to the Lord for granting us life, sustaining us and bringing us to this season. And this year, we have much to be thankful for. Last but not least, as your leader, I want to speak to each and every one of your from my lev (heart). My fellow countrymen, we have entered the winter season. I want to assure you that we at command central are attentive to your needs. We have begun to re-consecrate the temple, but we need your help to engage in meaningful tikkun olam (repair of the world). Tikkun olam begins at home and stretches out into the many communities of our country. Ask not what we can do for you; ask what you can do for your fellowman. Engage your next door neighbor. Lend a helping hand and by working together, we can make it through this winter. Together, my dear countrymen, we can begin anew our joint responsibility, which is our duty to each other, to plant the seeds of repairing the world. This is what tikkun olam is all about. This is what the word Hanukkah means -- a dedication of spirit and not just of words. Tonight we will celebrate a Hanukkah – a rededication of the temple. It is fitting to give praise to Hashem. As we rededicate his temple tonight, let us all come together, rich and poor, scholar and average Avraham, in concert singing with one voice praises to him, who has granted us life, sustained us and has brought us to this season. Hag H' Chanukah/Happy Hanukkah, Judah Maccabee, president and commander-in-chief IDF (Israeli Defense Forces), High Priest (Kohen Gadol), Rabbi Benson c: Rabbonim (all rabbis) throughout Judea, Eretz Yisrael As we know, the oil burned for eight days. Thus, the miracle of Hanukkah.

Rabbi Joseph Fred Benson is a native of University City. He received an A.A. in Liberal Arts at Saint Louis Community College-Forest Park Campus, 1974; A.B. cum laude in English Legal History, American Legal History, Political Science and American National Politics, 1976; A.M. in American Legal History with an emphasis on constitutional law 1977, J.D. 1985, Saint Louis University; Semicha/ Rabbinic Ordination 2007 Saint Louis Beis Din/Rabbinical Court. He recently retired as the first Supreme Court Archivist, Supreme Court of Missouri. Rabbi Benson teaches Hebrew to adults in Jefferson City and performs life-cycle events throughout mid-Missouri.

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“Let us bring back the value of gratitude and appreciation. Let us be grateful. It will absolutely change our entire perspective on life and bring positive energy to Kristin & Heber Mena

our relationships.” –Heber Mena

Heber Mena, Woodcrest Chapel of Jefferson City When I was a toddler, one of the first words I learned was “gracias,” and that was because thankfulness and showing appreciation for what little we had was and still is a core value in my family. I am Heber Mena, originally from El Salvador (the smallest country in Central America), and I have now lived in the United States for 17 years. I am so very thankful for what I have been able to achieve through hard work, determination and support from amazingly selfless people. You see, thankfulness is a value that I believe we as people need to bring back to families and society in general. As the dictionary states, “Thankfulness is feeling or expressing gratitude; being appreciative.” When was the last time you simply said, “Thank you,” to someone who helped you? When asked to write down my thoughts about thankfulness, I realized that I forgot to say thank you for the opportunity. Instead, I got so worked up about whether or not I was going to have enough to say about it, the due date, how many words, etc. After I calmed down, I really started thinking about what I was going to say. Wanting to gain some perspective, I asked one of my best friends, who also

happens to be my wife, what inspires her to be thankful and why. She told me a lot of good stuff, but this is what impacted me the most: “The death of a family member inspires gratitude in me for having a spouse without a chronic illness or disease,” she says. “Be grateful. It will absolutely change your entire perspective on life and bring positive energy to your relationships. I find it impossible to be depressed and grateful simultaneously.” I appreciated her sharing her thoughts with me. After that, I thought aloud, “I wonder what my friends on Facebook would say?” So I posted the following: Complete the sentence. I am thankful for_______. The responses I got were kitty cats, life, my husband, God’s mercy and love, my wife and Fridays. Quite versatile and transparent perspectives, wouldn’t you agree? I am thankful for the friends that took the time to reply to my question. Also, I read an online article “10 Things Moms are Thankful For” from Moments a Day, and five out of those 10 things stuck in my head: A house to clean is a safe place to live. Laundry is clothes to wear. Crumbs under the table equal family meals. Toilets to clean mean indoor plumbing. Sore and tired in bed reassures you still are alive. Finally, I want to share with you something that makes me particularly grateful. My church, Woodcrest Chapel, is filled with real people on a real journey. At Woodcrest, we do not wait for a holy

day to give thanks; we actually do it twice a month with what we call Community Live. Community Live is a place where you can come to find encouragement and hope, and it’s a place where you can feel comfortable. It’s a place where we learn about life, growth and who we are in Christ. It’s a place where friends and family are welcome, memories are shared and thankfulness is expressed. So, I asked my best friend, my friends on Facebook and I shared with you about my spiritual community. Who do you need to ask about gratitude? Where can you express thankfulness? Let us bring back the value of gratitude and appreciation. Let us be grateful. It will absolutely change our entire perspective on life and bring positive energy to our relationships. JC

Pastor Heber Mena is a husband, foster dad, speaker, ordained minister and life coach. He is originally from The Republic of El Salvador and is now a naturalized American citizen. He is married to Kristin Mena, a native Missourian and Spanish teacher. Serving as the campus minister at Woodcrest Chapel located at the Capital Mall, he is also the founder of Live Victorious Coaching, LLC. Pastor Mena and wife Kristin have two foster children, two cats (Marcus & Merlin) and a dog named Manju.

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When it comes to planning a winter trip to the Rocky Mountains, customization is the name of the game. With variables such as location, type of lodging and a long list of activities from which to choose, no two vacation packages are the same, which makes the Rocky Mountains the perfect destination for families, nature lovers, ski enthusiasts or those hoping to enjoy a lively nightlife. “All of the resort areas are reaching out to offer something for everyone,” says Jeanne Berard, a travel agent with Classic Travel and Tours. “It isn’t just downhill skiing any longer. Now there is snowboarding, snowshoeing, fishing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, sleigh rides, cross country skiing, horseback riding, ice skating and snow tubing.” For those looking to venture outside of the United States, the Canadian Rockies are a pristine and spectacular option, and places such as Lake Louis and Banff National Park are often forgotten destinations, says Beth Payne, a travel consultant with Central Travel. After flying into Vancouver or Calgary, travelers can board a train for a scenic ride through the mountains where they can stop to enjoy overnight stays.

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“All of the resort areas are reaching out to offer something for everyone. It isn’t just downhill skiing any longer. Now there is snowboarding, snowshoeing, fishing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, sleigh rides, cross country skiing, horseback riding, ice skating and snow tubing. – Jeanne Berard, Classic Travel

“Lake Louise is a mountain lake that is the most unreal shade of blue,” Payne says. “There are several hotels right on the shore where you can base yourself to explore the area. There are glacier tours, canoeing, hiking, fishing and many more activities close by.” Two-week train tours through the Canadian Rockies start around $4,000 per person not including airfare. The North American Rockies have a high concentration of things to see and do as well and Jackson, Wyoming, a mountain city in Grand Tetons National Park, is an option that has a broad appeal. “There is skiing, romantic lodges, hiking and the usual national park scenery to enjoy,” Payne says. Jackson is just south of Yellowstone National Park where boiling mud pots, deep canyons, vast lakes and snowy peaks Jefferson City Magazine | 89

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make the location one of the most unusual and amazing sights, Payne says. Lodging in Jackson starts around $150 per night. Although camping options are plentiful, Payne warns that campgrounds and National Park hotels fill up quickly. Details on park lodging and on purchasing passes for Yellowstone and Grand Teton parks can be found at www. nps.gov. Estes Park is considered the eastern gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and is famous for skiing, spectacular views and the Stanley Hotel. From Estes Park, travelers can enter Rocky Mountain National Park, which is affordable at $20 per car for a seven-day pass. The park is often free several times each year, and dates can be found on the National Park Service website. Avid skiers will find endless options in the Rockies with prices varying widely based on dates, availability and type of accommodations and length of stay, Berard says. The keys to any ski vacation package are lift tickets and equipment rentals, which are priced differently for children and adults as well as skill level. For those who like road trips, many parts of the North American Rockies are easily accessible from mid-Missouri. Berard says a car trip to Breckenridge, Copper Mountain or Winter Park can take 10 to 14 hours depending on exact destination and weather conditions along the way. But, Payne recommends brushing up on mountain driving tips before hitting the road. “Check your owner’s manual to see if you need to take any additional precautions with your car,” she says. “Many places in the Rockies require snow chains or four-wheeldrive during the winter months.” Train rides through the North American Rockies are also a wonderful option, Payne says. There are many choices for day trips, but Payne says she personally recommends trains in Royal George, Leadville and Silverton. The list of things to do is long and adventurous, but Payne also cautions travelers to plan to take it a little slower while in the mountains as the elevation can cause issues such as nausea and headaches for many people. “To avoid elevation sickness, drink lots of water and take a painkiller before going out for the day to prevent a headache, and be sure to take it a little slower,” she says. “Just because you can hike five miles in Missouri without getting winded doesn’t mean you can do it at 12,000 feet. Trust me, I learned this one the hard way.” JC

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Some might consider her an accidental baker, but Carol Wieberg, owner of Frosted, has the perfect combination of work experiences. In fact, it is her unique lifetime quest with baking and art that keeps her East High Street shop in demand and churning out creations that are well beyond what many customers expect. Wieberg’s early training began more than 20 years ago at the University of Central Missouri where she completed her Bachelor of Science in education with a major in home economics and a minor in sociology. Fresh out of school in 1985 with limited openings for home economics teachers, she began substitute teaching. This also proved a flexible option for raising her young family. While the challenge of teaching and working with students was enjoyable, missing was an intense need for a more creative outlet. As a result, Wieberg taught herself to sculpt,

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“Artistic passion can often get me lost in the details for hours at a time. I love what I do. It’s a lot of hard work, but I love every moment of it.

combined that I’m often asked, ‘You can really eat that?’ with seamstress When it tastes as skills and began amazing as it looks, crafting fine there’s no way to lose. art Santa dolls, That’s the effect which she sold I’m after. for a few years. Shortly thereafter, she took the position as pastry chef for a local catering company. It was then that she discovered a love for baking. “I baked all of the cakes but most enjoyed the more challenging, artistic side of creating wedding cakes,” Wieberg says. “Here, I could combine baking and sculpting, which is the perfect combination where my passions and skills meet.” After realizing her dream and as a single mom, Wieberg first opened Frosted Art out of her home. One year later, she sold her house in order to purchase a shop on Jefferson Street. Just this past summer, she and husband, Ruben, bought the current shop and rebranded the name to Frosted. Elbow deep with custom wedding cakes and more, her business thrives. “Possibilities are endless,” Wieberg says. “Many of my customers want something more than the traditional cake. Their expectations come from ideas they’ve seen on network television, which can often present quite a challenge for me. They might have layer upon layer of visual effect, including shape, color, texture and infinite Jefferson City Magazine | 97

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Stepping downstairs into the home basement studio of Wardsville artist Gail Barnickol is much like entering into a Grimm’s fairytale cottage somewhere deep into the woods. There are trays of softly colored wools she’s hand dyed from flowers in her garden, skeins of yarn she’s spun, projects in mid-weave on the loom and a spinning wheel with half spun wool. Evidence of her handiwork includes pillows and purses with needle felting designs, Christmas stockings ready for hanging and various brooches and mixed-medium bags with woven straps.

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All of this artistry, including wooden tools beautifully handcrafted by her woodworker husband, Lynn, the fleece she obtains and the outdoor landscaping she does as a resource for handmade plant dyes, evolved from her quest to “upcycle” old sweaters eight years ago. “I came across some beautiful cashmere sweaters,” Barnickol says. “Cashmere and wool garments can be expensive, and I thought why throw away this great resource? They were organic, and I was drawn to the colors and the entire textile experience. I liked to play with them,” she says.

In order to preserve those fabrics too good to waste, Barnickol began making hat and mitten sets and purses. From there, she opened an Etsy store and went to a few art shows in St. Louis where she sold her work. As demonstrated throughout her home and studio, the outdoors has always been a draw for Barnickol, especially through gardening, so she was easily inspired to add birds to her works and began needle felting them on purses, hats and such and also creates them as three-dimensional versions for Christmas ornaments. “Needle felting is when wool Jefferson City Magazine | 105

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fibers are shaped using a special barbed needle,” Barnickol explains. “I originally started needle felting pincushions from the wool as a sensory experience. The textures and colors were so pleasing to work with.” It was this love for wool and the felting process that prompted Barnickol to learn to spin her own wool. “After felting, I soon wanted some art yarns to decorate the pin cushions and other projects, so I started spinning. I love to spin. It’s very much a meditative activity.” Each new skill she conquers only piques Barnickol’s curiosity to learn more. As Michelangelo once said, “I am still learning,” and this philosophy is followed passionately by Barnicko, who is currently taking weaving classes from a master artisan in Columbia. In addition, she attends wool and sheep festivals and conferences all over the United States, a number of which are in Missouri, with one of her favorite retreats in Jefferson City. She often attends those activities with Lynn, who in addition to making her tools, also crafts wooden bowls to house pincushions and buttons for purses. “We enjoy going to fiber shows together where we can really complement each other’s work,” she says. According to Barnickol, the hunt for fun and inspiring fibers is part of the excitement. “I don’t always have a plan in mind, but a piece I find 106 | November/December 2015

will stimulate my creativity. I have a large supply of resources and a way of finding elements that work well together. That planning phase is lots of fun.” Commissions are frequently a major part of artists’ work and for Barnickol, it’s no exception. Her projects, however, often have a sentimental bent. A client, who had recently lost her mother, brought in a sweater that her mother wore often. Barnickol made a purse from the sweater, so the woman would have a comforting reminder. Someone else brought her an antique bowl that she used to make a pincushion. Barnickol’s journey as an artisan was realized after retirement from teaching home economics and later from kindergarten enrichment. Not only does she enjoy the process and satisfaction of learning new things, but her background in teaching lends itself nicely to sharing her passion with others. Currently, Barnickol teaches classes in her studio and also at the Art House in Fulton. During her classes, she instructs students to create needle felt pincushions, a brooch or a three-dimensional bird. “For more advanced projects, we sometimes make scarves and hat and mitten sets,” she adds. JC

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Gamers On! A step off the radar, three area men share their highly competitive drive for horseshoes, board games and pinball. BY TOM LOEFFLER

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The Man Page usually sticks to sports, such as football, basketball and baseball, and outdoor activities, such as hunting and fishing. But all of these endeavors are in the mainstream. In this issue, however, we take a step off the beaten path --- maybe two or three steps -- as we look at the ventures of three area men in horseshoes, board games and pinball machines. Their commitment to the game, their game, is no less intense. The next time you're going to a family gathering, backyard barbecue or company picnic and you know there will be horseshoes, bring a friend. Not just any friend, not your best friend, not your neighbor, not even your spouse. Take a new friend, Steven Johnson, and make sure he's your teammate in horseshoes. The team of Johnson and you will win. Guaranteed. Then you can laugh at your vanquished opponents like the horseshoepitching wannabes they are. Of course, this will have nothing to do with you but everything to do with your teammate and new BFF, Steven Johnson. This guy is goodâ&#x20AC;Śreally good. These days, those invitations are few and far between. "I don't get too many of those like I used to," Johnson says. "When I was younger, guys

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would come up and say, 'I bet you can't throw one ringer out of three.' I won a little bit of money that way." He's only gotten better. Johnson, 62, has enjoyed an amazing year. You could call 2015 his Year of the Horseshoe. He won the state tournament in Lebanon in September, which was the first state title of his career and the second straight for a Jefferson City pitcher (James Driver, 2014). Those wins were also the first state titles for Jefferson City pitchers in the event's 94-year history. "I made a joke that they made me go all the way to Lebanon to get [the trophy] when I

could have crossed the street," Johnson says with a smile. "But it was a big thrill. I'd been close many years, and I finally got over the hump and won it." Johnson was also part of the four-man Missouri team that won the Team World Tournament in Wisconsin this past May, and he finished twelfth in the Individual World Tournament in Kansas in June. In other words, what a year! He averages right at 70 percent ringers, which is amazing. His personal record is 22 straight ringers, and he's made 19 out of 20 during games. This is from 40 feet. Folks, Jefferson City Magazine | 109

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most of us couldn't do that from four feet. "I change things and work on things,” Johnson says. “It's an unending battle. When you get to where I'm at, you're still not satisfied." Johnson grew up in California, Missouri, and was the high school's Athlete of the Year as a senior in 1971 when he excelled in football, basketball and track and field. But it was horseshoes that sustained and maintained his interest and passion. "As soon as I picked them up, I knew I'd like the game,” he says. “It was love at first sight and still is." Johnson cut his teeth at county fairs but he won so often (including 10 straight titles at the Cole County Fair) that they either disbanded the competition or banned him from entering. "Between plaques and trophies, I bet I've got 300 or 400 or those things." A lot of plaques and trophies but not much money, although he has taken home as much as $500 for his efforts. "You don't play horseshoes for the money because if you do, you're going to go hungry," says Johnson, who recently retired after working in heat and air for Harold G. Butzer for 40 years.

So is horseshoes a sport or activity? Most of us would say the latter, but not Johnson. "It's a sport," he says without hesitation. "You have to have great timing and that takes a lot of practice. You really have to concentrate and keep your focus so you can repeat it over and over again. That's tough to do because of all the movement involved." Either way, pitching a horseshoe is something we’ve all tried much like we have all played board games. Don't you have Monopoly and Scrabble tucked away in some closet? Brandon Kempf has taken it to another level. He estimates that he owns 300 board games…300! According to the website Board Game Geek, however, there are no less than 80,000 of these things. "It started four or five years ago," Kempf says. "My sister was searching for a present for my daughter, and she brought home a German board game that was a lot of fun. Everything kind of spiraled out of control from there." Kempf, 42, is a lifelong-resident of Central Missouri and a 1991 graduate of Jefferson City High School. He's worked 15 years at Wolfner Library, which services those who

are unable to use standard print materials due to a visual or physical disability. He plays games with his family, of course, but he also meets with a group once a month to have board game showdowns. "We play more strategy-type games,” Kempf says. “Some of the heavier stuff. They might have a little bit of abstractness in them, and they're not quite straight forward. You have to think a little differently." Kempf also plays online board games with friends and families around the country, and he usually plays two or three games at a time. But these games can take weeks. You take your turn then wait for your opponent to play and that wait can be lengthy. You think he's not serious about this? Kempf has his own blog and podcast, both dedicated to board games. His weekly podcast normally runs about 30 minutes with his wife and children sometimes chiming in. In addition to online and family games, Kempf has organized a quarterly Saturday group that meets up at the Missouri River Regional Library where games are played from 9 in the morning until 5 in the afternoon. He also attends a convention in Jefferson City Magazine | 111

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“If I play a ball for 10 minutes [in competition], I'm very happy. They make the machines as hard as possible, or the very talented people would play forever. – Adam McKinnie, nationally ranked pinball champion

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St. Louis called Geekway to the West where four days are spent board gaming with about 1500 other like-minded gamers. And somewhere between horseshoes and board games, you can find pinball, which Adam McKinnie calls a "skilled activity." McKinnie started at the young age of two. "There are pictures of me in footy pajamas playing a machine that didn't have any flippers," he says. When he was about 10, he started going to a 7-Eleven where the options were a pinball machine or video game. "When you play pinball and do well, you get to play again. When you played a video game, it didn't matter how well you played, you didn't get to play again." And if you only had two quarters, the choice was easy. "It was basically me being an economist for the first time." He kept playing pinball machines through college and now, he's a member of the International Flipper Pinball Association. Heard of it? Me either. McKinnie plays around the state, but he's also been to places such as Atlanta and Seattle, not to mention Sweden. He plays in roughly 10 events a year. McKinnie, 40, lives in Columbia and is an economist for the state but always makes time for his hobby. And he's very, very good at it. "If I play a ball for 10 minutes [in competition], I’m very happy," he says. “They make the machines as hard as possible or the very talented people would play forever." McKinnie has been ranked as high as No. 22 in the nation, and he's currently in the Top 40 and No. 3 in Missouri. He says pinball is about 75 percent skill at the highest level, and he says his accuracy rate for hitting targets is about 85 to 90 percent. "It's a little bit like golf," he says. "I can play my best game possible, but you can't defend somebody else's game." Horseshoes, board games, pinball ... they certainly have their place and their avid gamers and with all three, you can do them and do them well for life. JC

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ABOUT TOWN

MU Alumni Event

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1. William Stine and Cyndy Schneiders 2. Roberta Herman, Lou Brydon and Bob Fennewald 3. Nelson Grumney and Jake Schmitz 4. Matt Tollerton and Roy Sundemeyer 5. Jeff Moore, Nancy Vostal and Sally Moore 6. Debbie Hamler, David Minton and Jane and Tom Vetter 7. Gary Marshall and Walt Vandelicht 8. Terry Higgins, Sharon and Tom Naught and Ken Littlefield. Photos courtesy of Tami Turner.

Rock, Paper, Scissors Survivors

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1. Alden Henrickson 2. Sondra Allen 3. Alexia Gentzsch 4. Travis Sappington 5. Robin Jacobi, Scott Brower and David Kemna 6. Melissa Dunn and Andy Fechtel 7. Nabeal Abouhalkah 8. Lindsey Forck, Kristie Sommerer and Cindy Schuelein. Photos courtesy of Amber Gibler.

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ABOUT TOWN

25th annual “Swing for St. Mary’s”

1. Daymeond Hord, Dan Frost, Kevin Rome and Willie Jude II 2. Kevin Bocek, Brent VanConia, Ken Theroff and Steve Lierman 3. Rod Smith, Beverly Stafford and Terry Rackers 4. Bruce Gibbs, Russ Goldhammer, Bob Robuck and Corey Backues 5. Kirk and Libby Farmer, Allison and Rob Kingsbury. Photos courtesy of Janet Wear-Enloe.

United Way Kickoff

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1. Ken Littlefield and Kevin Riley 2. Ken Theroff, Dan Lenger, Brandy and Bob Bryant 3. Kristie Sommerer, Lindsey Forck and Arlene Vogel 4. Karen Fishback, Janet Beck and Lori Hoelscher 5. Jayne Dunkmann and Emily Mantle 6. Barb Prasad, Deb Brown and Matt Tollerton 7. Sally Moore, Ann Littlefield and Claudia Kehoe 8. Nicole Benne and Alena Ward. Photos courtesy of Amber Gibler.

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ABOUT TOWN

Dueling Pianos at Canterbury Hill Winery

1. Carolyn Rost, Natalie Altheuser, Jana Senior and Dianna Williams 2. Codi Lauf, Courtney Price and Barbara Price-Boucher 3. Brooke Mantle and Rachel Allen 4. Micheal Browning Tuton and Jason Horlow 5. Julia Harrison, Laura Allen, Sheri Halland, Kim Pragman, Jesse Henges, Heather Dixon, Aimee Schmidt and Jennifer Hull 6. Jonny and Amanda Bell 7. Jordan Morris and Danielle Blomberg 8. Elizabeth Ludy and Brad and Chuck Allen. Photos courtesy of Mackenzie Allen.

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Jefferson City Magazine’s City’s Best Event

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1. Elizabeth Holtmeyer, Ashley Siebeneck, Courtney Hoecker, Amy Rackers, Kim Slaughter, Ashton Frank, Dr. Tyler Slaughter and Amanda Stratman 2. Brittany Overland and Austin Craddock 3. John and Sandy Marsh 4. Matt Callison, Rob Agee and Tyler Sharp 5. Heather Mortimer and Katlyn Campbell 6. Ray and Jewel Mayberry 7. Lauren Laird and Wendy Barker 8. Michelle Hataway and Cyndy Scheiders 9. Suzanne Gibson, Mayor Carrie Tergin and Tami Turner 10. Colby Dietzel, Caleb Forrest, Rachel Steinmeier, Megan Sappington, Mary Jo LaCorte and Emilie Graham 11. Rod Smith and Mike Kehoe 12. Nancy Martin and Sam Roedel 13. Dave Baugher, Suzanne and Ralph Gibson and Nicole Heislen 14. Brad and Lorna Hutchison and Susan and Mo McCullough. Photos courtesy of Mackenzie Allen and Kate Morrow.

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2015 // 2016 CITY’S BEST DIRECTORY

Our quick reference guide to the best food, shops, bars, people and fun Jefferson City has to offer!

BEST ARTS/ FOOD/ ENTERTAINMENT BEST APPETIZERS 1st Place: Arris’ Bistro, 409 W. Miller St., Jefferson City, 573-634-8400, arrisbistro.com

2nd Place: Paddy Malone’s Irish Pub, 700 W. Main St., Jefferson City, 573-761-5900, paddymalonespub.com

BEST BARBECUE 1st Place: Lutz’s Famous BBQ, Wildwood Shopping Center, 3505 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-6364227, lutzbbq.com

BEST APPETIZER

BEST BARBECUE

2nd Place: Salute to America, P.O. Box 2227, Jefferson City, 573-761-0704, salutetoamerica.org

BEST COFFEE 1st Place: Yanis Coffee Zone, 130 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-761-4277, yaniscoffeezone.blogspot.com 2nd Place: Dunn Bros Coffee, 3218 W. Edgewood Drive, No. 1300, Jefferson City, 573-893-5303, dunnbros.com

BEST DESSERT 1st Place: B.K. Bakery LLC, 901 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-632-0064, bkbakery.com

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2nd Place: Arris’ Bistro, 409 W. Miller St., Jefferson City, 573-634-8400, arrisbistro.com

BEST FRENCH FRIES

573-634-2988

573-634-7427

216 Madison St., Jefferson City madisonscafe.com

2336 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City bandanasbbq.com

1st Place: McDonald’s, 918 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, 573-635-3903; 724 W. Stadium Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-5899; 815 Eastland Drive, Jefferson City, 573-636-9991; 3124 S. Ten Mile Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-4921, mcmissouri.com 2nd Place: ECCO Lounge, 703 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, 573-636-8751, eccolounge.net

BEST ART GALLERY 1st Place: The Twisted Canvas, 219 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-644-9989, thetwistedcanvas.com 2nd Place: Capital Arts Gallery, 1203 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-635-8355, capitalarts.org

BEST BAR BEST BAR

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BEST FRIED CHICKEN BEST BREAKFAST 1st Place: Oscar’s Classic Diner, 2118 Schotthill Woods Drive, Jefferson City, 573-659-0006, oscarsclassicdiner.com

1st Place: Steve’s Family Style Restaurant, 8605 State Route C, Lohman, 573-782-0102 2nd Place: Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, 1550 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-635-1603, showmelees.com

2nd Place: Mel’s Country Café, 2421 Industrial Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-9115, melscountrystylecafe.com

BEST HAPPY HOUR

BEST BURGER

1st Place: ECCO Lounge, 703 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, 573-636-8751, eccolounge.net 2nd Place: Paddy Malone’s Irish Pub, 700 W. Main St., Jefferson City, 573-761-5900, paddymalonespub.com

BEST HAPPY HOUR

1st PLAC E

BEST CHARITY

573-644-9999 215 E. High St., Jefferson City jpfennys.com

1st Place: Relay for Life, 2413 Hyde Park Drive, Jefferson City, 573-635-4839, relayforlife.org 2nd Place: Mid-Missouri Heart Ball, jeffersoncityheartball.com

BEST CITY FESTIVAL

1st Place: Thursday Night Live, Downtown Jefferson City, facebook.com/thursdaynightlivejc

573-644-9999 215 E. High St., Jefferson City jpfennys.com

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2nd2nd Place: Paddy Malone’ ss Irish Pub, 700 W. St., Place: Paddy Malone’ Irish Pub,Pub, 700700 W. Main Main St., St., Place: Paddy Malone’ s Irish W. Main Jefferson City, 573-761-5900, paddymalonespub.com Jefferson City,City, 573-761-5900, paddymalonespub.com Jefferson 573-761-5900, paddymalonespub.com

BEST HOT DOG BEST HOT DOG

Place: Zesto Drive-In South, 17601760 Jefferson St., St., 1st Place: Zesto Drive-In South, 1760 Jefferson St., 1st Place: Zesto Drive-In South, Jefferson Jefferson City,City, 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com Jefferson City, 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com Jefferson 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com 2nd2nd Place: Central Dairy, 610610 Madison St., Jefferson Jefferson Place: Central Dairy, 610 Madison St., Place: Central Dairy, Madison St., Jefferson 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz City,City, 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz

2nd Place: Prison Brews, 305 Ash St., City, 2nd2nd Place: Prison Brews, 305305 AshAsh St., Jefferson Jefferson City,City, Place: Prison Brews, St., Jefferson 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com

BEST PLACE FOR A LUNCH BEST PLACE FOR A POWER POWER LUNCH BEST PLACE FOR A POWER LUNCH

1st The Old Brick House Deli, 2421 W. 1st Place: Place: TheThe OldOld Brick House Deli, 2421 W. W. 1st Place: Brick House Deli, 2421

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BEST ITALIAN BEST ITALIAN BEST ITALIAN BEST ITALIAN BEST ITALIAN

BEST PIZZA BEST PIZZA BEST PIZZA

BEST PLACE FOR A BEST PLACE FOR A A BEST PLACE FOR POWER LUNCH POWER LUNCH POWER LUNCH

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216216 Madison St., Jefferson City St.,St., Jefferson CityCity Madison Jefferson madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com

BEST RESTAURANT BEST RESTAURANT BEST RESTAURANT BEST RESTAURANT BEST RESTAURANT BEST RESTAURANT

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BEST PLACE FOR A DINNER BEST PLACE FOR A ROMANTIC ROMANTIC DINNER BEST PLACE FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER 2nd2nd Place: Domenico’ Italian Restaurant & Lounge, Lounge, Place: Domenico’ s Italian Restaurant & Lounge, 2nd Place: Domenico’ ss Italian Restaurant & 3702 W. Truman Truman Blvd., Jefferson City,City, 3702 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson 3702 W. Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-893-5454, domenicosjeffcity.com 573-893-5454, domenicosjeffcity.com 573-893-5454, domenicosjeffcity.com

BEST MEXICAN BEST MEXICAN BEST MEXICAN

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216 Madison St., Jefferson City 216216 Madison St.,St., Jefferson CityCity Madison Jefferson madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com

1st Place: Place: El Espolon, Espolon, 450450 Rock HillHill Road, Jefferson 1st Place: El Espolon, Rock Road, Jefferson 1st El 450 Rock Hill Road, Jefferson City, 573-634-6155; 915 Eastland Drive, Jefferson City, 573-634-6155; Eastland Drive, Jefferson City,City, 573-634-6155; 915 915 Eastland Drive, Jefferson City,City, 573-659-0643, elespolonrestaurants.com 573-659-0643, elespolonrestaurants.com 573-659-0643, elespolonrestaurants.com 2nd Place: El Jimador, 1410 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson Place: El Jimador, Missouri Blvd., Jefferson 2nd2nd Place: El Jimador, 14101410 Missouri Blvd., City,City, 573-638-0232; 512 512 EllisEllis Blvd., Jefferson City,City, 573-573573-638-0232; Blvd., Jefferson Jefferson City, 573-761-1616; 2930 W. Edgewood Drive, 636-6228; 2930 W. Edgewood Drive, Jefferson City,City, 636-6228; 2930 W. Edgewood Drive, Jefferson Jefferson City, 573-638-0232 573-638-0232 573-638-0232

BEST MILKSHAKE BEST MILKSHAKE BEST 1st Place: Central Dairy, 610MILKSHAKE Madison St., Jefferson City,

573-634-2988 573-634-2988

2nd Place: Arris’ Bistro & Lounge, 409 W. 2nd2nd Place: Arris’ Bistro & Liquid Liquid Lounge, 409409 W. Miller Miller Place: Arris’ Bistro & Liquid Lounge, W. Miller St., City, 573-634-8400, arrisbistro.com St., Jefferson Jefferson City,City, 573-634-8400, arrisbistro.com St., Jefferson 573-634-8400, arrisbistro.com

216216 Madison St., Jefferson City St.,St., Jefferson CityCity Madison Jefferson madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com

BEST SALAD BEST SALAD BEST SALAD

1st Place: Central Dairy, 610610 Madison St., St., Jefferson City,City, 1st Place: Central Dairy, Madison Jefferson 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 2nd Place: Zesto Drive-In South, 1760 Jefferson St., 2nd2nd Place: Zesto Drive-In South, 1760 Jefferson St., St., Place: Zesto Drive-In South, 1760 Jefferson Jefferson City, 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com Jefferson City,City, 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com Jefferson 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com

BEST PLACE FOR ICE CREAM BEST PLACE FOR ICEICE CREAM BEST PLACE FOR CREAM

1st Central Dairy, 610 Madison St., City, 1st Place: Place: Central Dairy, 610610 Madison St., Jefferson Jefferson City,City, 1st Place: Central Dairy, Madison St., Jefferson 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 2nd Place: YoYums, 122 E. St., City, 5732nd2nd Place: YoYums, 122 122 E. High High St., Jefferson Jefferson City,City, 573-573Place: YoYums, E. High St., Jefferson 644-7581, yoyums.com 644-7581, yoyums.com 644-7581, yoyums.com

BEST PLACE FOR OUTDOOR DINING BEST PLACE FOR OUTDOOR DINING BEST PLACE FOR OUTDOOR DINING

1st Canterbury Hill Winery & 1st Place: Place: Canterbury HillHill Winery & Restaurant, Restaurant, 1st Place: Canterbury Winery & Restaurant, 1707 S. Drive, Holts Summit, 573-896-9966, 17071707 S. Summit Summit Drive, Holts Summit, 573-896-9966, S. Summit Drive, Holts Summit, 573-896-9966, canterburyhill.com canterburyhill.com canterburyhill.com

2nd Place: Alexandro’ ss Restaurant, 2125 Missouri Blvd., 2nd2nd Place: Alexandro’ Restaurant, 21252125 Missouri Blvd., Place: Alexandro’ s Restaurant, Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-7740, alexandrosandtgs.com Jefferson City,City, 573-634-7740, alexandrosandtgs.com Jefferson 573-634-7740, alexandrosandtgs.com

BEST SALAD BEST SALAD BEST SALAD

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BEST PLACE TO CATCH LIVE MUSIC BEST PLACE TOTO CATCH LIVE MUSIC BEST PLACE CATCH LIVE MUSIC

1st The Mission, 915 E. St., City, 1st Place: Place: TheThe Mission, 915915 E. High High St., Jefferson Jefferson City,City, 1st Place: Mission, E. High St., Jefferson 573-893-2800, themissionjc.com 573-893-2800, themissionjc.com 573-893-2800, themissionjc.com 2nd Place: Prison Brews, 305 Ash St., City, 2nd2nd Place: Prison Brews, 305305 AshAsh St., Jefferson Jefferson City,City, Place: Prison Brews, St., Jefferson 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com

BEST PIZZA BEST PIZZA BEST PIZZA

1st Arris’ Pizza, 117 St., City, 1st Place: Place: Arris’ Pizza, 117 W. W. High High St., Jefferson Jefferson City,City, 1st Place: Arris’ Pizza, 117 W. High St., Jefferson 573-635-9225, arrispizzaonline.com 573-635-9225, arrispizzaonline.com 573-635-9225, arrispizzaonline.com

573-634-2988 573-634-2988 216 Madison St., Jefferson City 216216 Madison St.,St., Jefferson CityCity Madison Jefferson madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com madisonscafe.com

2015 // 2016 CITY’S BEST DIRECTORY

2nd Place: The Old Brick House Deli, 2421 W. Edgewood Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-4242, theoldbrickhousedeli.com

2nd Place: REVEL Catering & Events, 102 E. High St., No. 200, Jefferson City, 573-636-0023

BEST BEER SELECTION

BEST SANDWICH

1st Place: Jefferson City Sub Shop, 1902 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-659-8181, Jeffersoncitysubshop.com 2nd Place: The Old Brick House Deli, 2421 W. Edgewood Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-4242, theoldbrickhousedeli.com

BEST BEER SELECTION

2nd Place: Busch’s Florist, 620 Madison St., Jefferson

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BEST GROCERY STORE 1st Place: Hy-Vee, 3721 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City,

BEST SEAFOOD

573-893-2505, hy-vee.com

2nd Place: Cajun Catfish House, 6819 Business 50 W., Jefferson City, 573-893-4665, cajuncatfishhouse.com

573-644-9999

BEST STEAK

215 E. High St., Jefferson City jpfennys.com

BEST STEAK

City, 573-634-3737, rivercityflorist.net

City, 573-636-7113, buschsflorist.com

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1st Place: Love Sushi, 2201 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-0095

BEST FLORIST 1st Place: River City Florist, 212 Madison St., Jefferson

2nd Place: Schnucks, Capital Crossing, 1801 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-635-4666, schnucks.com

BEST HAIR SALON 1st Place: Sharper Image Hair Designers, 3403 Knipp Drive, Jefferson City, 573-761-4887

2nd Place: Prison Brews, 305 Ash St., Jefferson City, 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com

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BEST CATERER

1st Place: Argyle Catering, 168 Walnut, Argyle, 573-680-1144, argylecatering.com

BEST HAIR SALON

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573-634-2988 216 Madison St., Jefferson City madisonscafe.com

BEST CATERER

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573-634-0032

2nd Place: Alexandro’s, 2125 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-7740, alexandrosandtgs.com

573-634-2988

BEST SUSHI

1st Place: Love Sushi, 2201 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-0095

1st Place: Stieferman Heating Co. Inc., 3526 Rock Ridge

BEST CONSIGNMENT SHOP

2nd Place: Rehagen Heating & Cooling, P.O. Box 68, 2041

1st Place: Snob Shop Exchange, 211 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-616-1006

BEST CONSIGNMENT SHOP

BEST ADULT CARE

1st Place: Heisinger Bluffs, 1002 W. Main St., Jefferson City, 573-636-6288, lssliving.org 2nd Place: Oak Tree Villas, 3108 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-893-3063, stonebridgeseniorliving.com

1st Place: Capitol Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, 415 W. McCarty St., Jefferson City, 573-635-1234, capitolplazajeffersoncity.com

Highway 63 S., Westphalia, 573-455-2394, rehagen-hvac.com

BEST HOME FURNISHING STORE 1st Place: JC Mattress Factory & Furniture Showrooms, 4725 Horner Road, Jefferson City, 573-893-8361,

2nd Place: The Schaefer House, 618 Broadway, Jefferson City, 573-635-8877, theschaeferhouse.com

1st Place: Missouri Boulevard Antique Mall, 1415 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-636-5636

BEST BANQUET FACILITY

Road, Jefferson City, 573-635-3547, lennoxdealer.com

jcmattressonline.com

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BEST ANTIQUE MALL

2nd Place: Yellow Moon Antique Mall, 508 Broadway, Jefferson City, 573-893-6627

BEST HEATING/AC

216 Madison St., Jefferson City madisonscafe.com

2nd Place: Fuji Japanese Steakhouse, Capital Mall, 3600 Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, 573-634-8578, fujisteakhousejeffersoncity.com

BEST SERVICES/SHOPS

2421 W. Edgewood Drive, Suite G, Jefferson City marshallandcompanysalon.com

573-659-7446 722 Jefferson St., Jefferson City

BEST NURSERY/GARDEN CENTER 1st Place: Longfellow’s Garden Center, 12007 Lookout Trail, Centertown, 573-584-9611, longfellowsgarden.com 2nd Place: D&D Main Street Market, 1937 W. Main St., Jefferson City, 573-635-7442

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BEST PAINT & BODY SHOP

BEST PHARMACY

BEST PLACE FOR SINGLES TO MEET

BEST PAINT & BODY SHOP

1st Place: Whaley’s Pharmacy, 630 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-636-3733; 1413 Southwest Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-3606; 3526 Amazonas, Jefferson City, 573-6590650, whaleysrx.com

BEST PLACE FOR SINGLES TO MEET

1st PLAC E

2nd Place: Hy-Vee, 3721 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-893-2505, hy-vee.com

BEST PLACE FOR FRIENDLY BANKING

573-635-3154 2816 W. Main St., Jefferson City fischerbodyshop.com

BEST PLACE FOR FRIENDLY BANKING

215 E. High St., Jefferson City jpfennys.com

1st PLAC E

2nd Place: Xtreme Body & Paint, 1007 Lomo Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-8722, xtremebodyandpaint.com

2nd Place: Bones Restaurant and Lounge, 210 Commercial Ave., Jefferson City, 573-636-8955

BEST PEST CONTROL COMPANY

573-634-1111

BEST PEST CONTROL

238 Madison St., Jefferson City centralbank.net

1st PLAC E

573-644-9999

BEST PLACE FOR SPA SERVICES

1st Place: Riversong Spa & Salon, 109 W. Ashley St., Jefferson City, 573-636-9796, riversongspa.com

2nd Place: CRMC Radiance Vein Care & Spa 1432 Southwest Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-632-5219, radiancespajc.com

BEST PLACE FOR UNIQUE GIFTS

573-896-4868

BEST PLACE FOR FRIENDLY BANKING

1st Place: The Schaefer House, 618 Broadway, Jefferson City, 573-635-8877, theschaeferhouse.com 2nd Place: Southbank Gift Co., 110 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-659-GIFT(4438), southbankgifts.com

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190 N. Greenway, Holts Summit stevespestcontrol.com 2nd Place: Art’s Pest Control, 429 W. Miller St., Jefferson City, 573-634-3299, artspestcontrol.com

BEST PLACE FOR WOMEN’S FASHIONS

1st Place: A Fine Mess Boutique, 222 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-616-1078

573-634-0800

BEST PLACE FOR COSMETIC PROCEDURES

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700 Southwest Blvd., Jefferson City jefferson-bank.com

1st Place: The Blue Diamond, 1083 Missouri Blvd., Suite A, Jefferson City, 573-634-4241, thebluediamond.com 2nd Place: Kas A Designs, 308 W. Dunklin St., Jefferson

573-761-5277 2511 W. Edgewood Drive, Jefferson City jcmglaser.com 2nd Place: Howard Plastic Surgery, 3241 W. Truman Blvd., No. 100, Jefferson City, 573-635-9668, howardplasticsurgery.com

1st Place: Central Dairy, 610 Madison St., Jefferson City, 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 2nd Place: ECCO Lounge, 703 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, 573-636-8751, eccolounge.net

BEST PLACE FOR FINE JEWELRY

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2nd Place: Saffees, 227 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-636-4512, saffees.com

City, 573-634-8198, kasadesigns.com

BEST PLACE FOR MEN’S FASHIONS 1st Place: Dillard’s, 3600 Country Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-4497, dillards.com 2nd Place: Samuel’s Tuxedos & Gifts, 236 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-634-7267, samuelstuxedos.com

BEST PLACE TO BUY A NEW CAR

1st Place: Riley Auto Group, 2033 Christy Drive, Jefferson City, 573-634-2324; 2105 Christy Drive, Jefferson City, 888-437-5207, goriley.com 2nd Place: Joe Machens Capital City Ford Lincoln, 807 Southwest Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-4444, joemachenscapitalcityfordlincoln.com

BEST PLACE TO BUY A USED CAR

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BEST PLACE TO BUY SHOES

1st Place: American Shoe, 221 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-636-8313, americanshoeinc.com

700 W. Main St., Jefferson City, 573-761-5900,

BEST PLACE TO SPLURGE ON HER

BEST DENTIST

paddymalonespub.com

2nd Place: Dillard’s, 3600 Country Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-4497, dillards.com

1st Place: Riversong Spa & Salon, 109 W. Ashley St., Jefferson City, 573-636-9796, riversongspa.com

BEST DENTIST

2nd Place: Nate Eddy, Paddy Malone’s Irish Pub,

BEST BUILDER

1st PLAC E

1st Place: Scott Schaeperkoetter, Signature Homes, P.O. Box 105738, Jefferson City, 573-659-HOME(4663), signaturehomesjc.com

2nd Place: Kas A Designs, 308 W. Dunklin St., Jefferson City, 573-634-8198, kasadesigns.com

573-635-2571

2nd Place: Kent Bentlage Construction Inc., 6407

BEST PLACE TO SPLURGE ON HIM

1st Place: Dick’s Sporting Goods, 739 Stoneridge Parkway, Jefferson City, 573-556-5602 dickssportinggoods.com 2nd Place: Samuel’s Tuxedos & Gifts, 236 E. High St., Jefferson City, 573-634-7267, samuelstuxedos.com

Summerhill Ridge, Jefferson City, 573-680-5270

BEST CHEF 1st Place: Ryan Davis, Argyle Catering, 168 Walnut, Argyle, 573-680-1144, argylecatering.com

BEST PLACE TO WORK OUT

1st Place: Jefferson City Area YMCA, 525 Ellis Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-761-9000, jcymca.org

1st Place: Ecowater Systems, 920 Cherry St., Jefferson City, 573-449-8820, ecowater.com

2nd Place: Dr. Tyler Slaughter, 913 Leslie Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-635-6080, riverbenddentistry.com

BEST DOCTOR

2nd Place: Wilson’s Total Fitness, 3600 Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, 573-634-3036, wilsonsfitnessjeffcity.com

BEST WATER TREATMENT

3237 W. Truman Blvd., No. 201, Jefferson City dunvillesmiles.com

BEST CHEF

1st Place: Dr. James Weiss, 701 W. High St., Jefferson City, 573-636-3313 2nd Place: Dr. Patrick Sporleder, 3527 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-761-7979

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BEST ELECTED OFFICIAL

1st Place: Sen. Mike Kehoe, 201 W. Capitol Ave., Jefferson City, 573-751-2076, senate.mo.gov

2nd Place: Culligan Water Systems, 2527 E. McCarty St., Jefferson City, 573-634-2900, jeffersoncity.culliganman.com

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BEST WINE SELECTION

1st Place: Abiy’s International Wine & Liquor, Capital Plaza West, 3702 W. Truman Blvd., Suite 205, Jefferson City, 573-893-3299

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2nd Place: Mayor Carrie Tergin, 320 E. McCarthy St., Jefferson City, 573-634-6303, jeffcitymo.org

BEST ESTHETICIAN

1st Place: Heather Mortimer, Riversong Spa & Salon, 109 W. Ashley St., Jefferson City, 573-636-9796, riversongspa.com

2nd Place: Canterbury Hill Winery & Restaurant, 1707 S. Summit Drive, Holts Summit, 573-896-9966, canterburyhill.com

BEST ESTHETICIAN BEST CHIROPRACTOR

BEST PEOPLE

1st Place: Dr. Kevin Wheat, 3121 Emerald Lane, Suite

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BEST EYE DOCTOR

1st Place: Dr. James Luetkemeyer, 1705 Christy Dr., No. 101, Jefferson City, 573-635-0115, capitoleyecarelasik.com

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2nd Place: Dr. Sally Bodenhamer, 3238 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-635-2020

BEST FINANCIAL ADVISER

1st Place: Bert Doerhoff, 1301 Southwest Blvd., Jefferson City, 573-634-4006, accubiz.net

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2ndPlace: Place:Frank FrankBurkhead, Burkhead,600 600E. E.Capitol CapitolAve., Ave., No.1,1, 2nd 2ndCity, Place: Paddy Malone’ s Irish Pub, 700No. W. Main St., Jefferson 573-635-1181, burkheadllc.com Jefferson City, 573-635-1181, burkheadllc.com Jefferson City, 573-761-5900, paddymalonespub.com

BESTINSURANCE INSURANCEAGENT/AGENCY AGENT/AGENCY BEST BEST HOT DOG BEST INSURANCE 1st Place: Zesto Drive-In South, 1760 Jefferson St., BEST INSURANCE Jefferson City, 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com AGENCY AGENCY

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BEST ITALIAN

BEST MECHANIC

BESTBrews, MECHANIC 2nd Place: Prison 305 Ash St., Jefferson City, 1stPlace: Place:Greg GregRollins, Rollins,Rollins RollinsAutomotive, Automotive, 1st 573-635-0678, prisonbrews.com 2004 Idlewood Road, Jefferson City,573-761-5119 573-761-5119 2004 Idlewood Road, Jefferson City, 2ndPlace: Place:Josh JoshLehmen, Lehmen,On OnSite SiteOil OilChange Change&&Repair Repair 2nd BEST PLACE FOR ACity, POWER LUNCH Shop,212 212 Railton Road,Jefferson Jefferson City, 573-636-0010 Shop, Railton Road, 573-636-0010 1st Place: The Old Brick House Deli, 2421 W.

BEST PERSONAL TRAINER Edgewood Drive, Jefferson City, 573-893-4242, BEST PERSONAL TRAINER 1stPlace: Place: NickBaker, Baker,Jefferson JeffersonCity CityArea AreaYMCA, YMCA, 1st Nick theoldbrickhousedeli.com 525Ellis EllisBlvd., Blvd.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-761-9000, 573-761-9000,jcymca.org jcymca.org 525 2ndPlace: Place:Sarah SarahHarbour, Harbour,Sam SamB. B.Cook CookHealthplex Healthplex&& 2nd FitnessCenter, Center,1432 1432 Southwest Blvd.,FOR Jefferson City, Fitness Southwest Blvd., Jefferson BEST PLACE A City, 573-632-5614 573-632-5614

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1441Christy ChristyDrive, Drive,Jefferson JeffersonCity City 1441 naught-naught.com naught-naught.com 2ndPlace: Place:Brad BradHutchison, Hutchison,State StateFarm FarmInsurance, Insurance, 2nd 3401W. W.Truman TrumanBlvd., Blvd.,No. No.200, 200,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, 3401 573-634-3033,statefarm.com statefarm.com 573-634-3033,

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BESTINTERIOR INTERIORDESIGNER DESIGNER BEST

216 MadisonSignature St., Jefferson City 1stPlace: Place:Angie AngieZimmerman, Zimmerman, Signature Homes,P.O. P.O. 1st Homes, Box105738, 105738,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, 573-659-HOME(4663), Box 573-659-HOME(4663), madisonscafe.com signaturehomesjc.com signaturehomesjc.com 2ndPlace: Place:Tina TinaDavis, Davis,Designs Designsby byTina, Tina,5101 5101Sandstone Sandstone 2nd Lane,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-821-6814 573-821-6814 Lane, 2nd Place: Domenico’s Italian Restaurant & Lounge, 3702 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, BEST LAWYER BEST LAWYER 1stPlace: Place: JohnLandwehr, Landwehr, 231Madison MadisonSt., St.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, 573-893-5454, domenicosjeffcity.com 1st John 231 573-635-7977,cvdl.net cvdl.net 573-635-7977,

BEST MEXICAN 2ndPlace: Place:Dale DaleDoerhoff, Doerhoff, 231Madison Madison St.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, 2nd 231 St., 573-635-7977, cvdl.net 1st Place:cvdl.net El Espolon, 450 Rock Hill Road, Jefferson 573-635-7977, City, 573-634-6155; 915 Eastland Drive, Jefferson City, BESTLOCAL LOCALARTIST ARTIST 573-659-0643, elespolonrestaurants.com BEST 1stPlace: Place:Jim JimDyke, Dyke,116 116E. E.High HighSt., St.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, 1st 573-634-7646,cottonstonegallery.com cottonstonegallery.com 573-634-7646, 2nd Place: El Jimador, 1410 Missouri Blvd., Jefferson City,Jennifer 573-638-0232; 512 Ellis Blvd., Jefferson City, 5732ndPlace: Place: Jennifer Neff,Mobile Mobile ArtStudio, Studio, Jefferson 2nd Neff, Art Jefferson 636-6228; 2930 W. Edgewood Drive, facebook. Jefferson City,634-0169, 634-0169, gypsyartstudio@gmail.com, facebook.City, City, gypsyartstudio@gmail.com, com/gypsyartstudio com/gypsyartstudio 573-638-0232

BESTLOCAL LOCALBAND BAND BEST

BEST MILKSHAKE 1stPlace: Place:The TheCherry CherryPistols, Pistols,info@thecherrypistols.com, info@thecherrypistols.com, 1st 1st Place: Central Dairy, 610 Madison St., Jefferson City, thecherrypistols.com thecherrypistols.com 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz 2ndPlace: Place:Five FiveTurn TurnKnot, Knot,fiveturnknot.com, fiveturnknot.com, 2nd 573-338-0739,573-230-8776 573-230-8776 573-338-0739, 2nd Place: Zesto Drive-In South, 1760 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, 573-659-7117, zestodriveinsouth.com

BESTLOCAL LOCALMUSICIAN MUSICIAN BEST

1stPlace: Place:Tom TomReichart, Reichart,The TheCherry CherryPistols, Pistols, 1st info@thecherrypistols.com, thecherrypistols.com BEST PLACE FOR ICE CREAM info@thecherrypistols.com, thecherrypistols.com 1st Place: Central Dairy, 610 Madison St., Jefferson City, 2ndPlace: Place:Quentin QuentinRice, Rice,The TheCherry CherryPistols, Pistols, 2nd 573-635-6148, centraldairy.biz info@thecherrypistols.com, thecherrypistols.com info@thecherrypistols.com, thecherrypistols.com 2nd Place: MASSAGE YoYums, 122 E.THERAPIST High St., Jefferson City, 573BEST

BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST

644-7581, yoyums.com 1stPlace: Place: MegGamm, Gamm, CRMCRadiance RadianceVein Vein 1st Meg CRMC Care& &Spa, Spa,1432 1432Southwest SouthwestBlvd., Blvd.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, Care 573-632-5219,radiancespajc.com 573-632-5219,radiancespajc.com

BEST PLACE FOR OUTDOOR DINING

1st Place: Canterbury Hill Winery & Restaurant, 2ndPlace: Place: Rachel Steinmeier, Wilson’ Yoga Studio,128 2nd Rachel Steinmeier, Wilson’ ssYoga Studio, 128 Dunklin St., Jefferson City, 573-634-3036, 1707 Summit Drive, Holts Summit, 573-896-9966, Dunklin St.,S. Jefferson City, 573-230-4128, wilsonsfitnessjeffcity.com www.StyleSeat.com/RachelSteinmeier canterburyhill.com

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1stPlace: Place:Darryl DarrylHubble, Hubble,Whaley’ Whaley’ssPharmacy, Pharmacy, 1st 630E. E.High HighSt., St.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-636-3733; 573-636-3733;1413 1413 630 SouthwestBlvd., Blvd.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-634-3606; 573-634-3606;3526 3526 Southwest Amazonas,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-659-0650, 573-659-0650,whaleysrx.com whaleysrx.com Amazonas, PLAC E

2ndPlace: Place:Kristin KristinMebruer, Mebruer,Whaley’ Whaley’ssPharmacy, Pharmacy, 2nd 630E. E.High HighSt., St.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-636-3733; 573-636-3733;1413 1413 630 SouthwestBlvd., Blvd.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-634-3606; 573-634-3606;3526 3526 Southwest Amazonas,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-659-0650, 573-659-0650,whaleysrx.com whaleysrx.com Amazonas,

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216RADIO Madison St., Jefferson City BEST RADIO PERSONALITY BEST PERSONALITY

1stPlace: Place:Cosmo, Cosmo,Y107, Y107, 573-875-1099,y107.com y107.com 1st 573-875-1099, madisonscafe.com

2ndPlace: Place:Warren WarrenKrech, Krech,KWOS, KWOS,573-893-5696, 573-893-5696,kwos.com kwos.com 2nd

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1stPlace: Place:Blake BlakeNichols, Nichols,Sharper SharperImage ImageHair HairDesigners, Designers, 1st 3403Knipp KnippDrive, Drive,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-761-4887 573-761-4887 3403 BEST PIZZA 2ndPlace: Place:Catherine CatherineCrum, Crum,Catherine CatherineCrum CrumThe TheSalon Salon&& 2nd Spa,3237 3237W. W. TrumanBlvd., Blvd.,Suite Suite200, 200,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, nd Spa, Truman 573-893-HAIR(4247),catherinecrumthesalon.com catherinecrumthesalon.com 573-893-HAIR(4247),

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1stPlace: Place:facebook.com/westmainpizzaJCMO MidwestTravel TravelConsultants ConsultantsInc., Inc., 1st Midwest 207E. E.High HighSt., St.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-635-3995, 573-635-3995, 207 midwesttravelconsultants.com midwesttravelconsultants.com 2ndPlace: Place:Central CentralTravel, Travel,228 228Madison MadisonSt., St.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City, 2nd 573-634-1317,gocentraltravel.com gocentraltravel.com 573-634-1317,

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1stPlace: Place:Megan MeganSappington, Sappington,Wilson’ Wilson’ssYoga YogaStudio, Studio, 1st BEST City, RESTAURANT 128Dunklin DunklinSt., St.,Jefferson Jefferson City,573-634-3036, 573-634-3036, 128 wilsonsfitnessjeffcity.com wilsonsfitnessjeffcity.com

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2ndPlace: Place:Janet JanetBloemke, Bloemke,Jefferson JeffersonCity CityArea AreaYMCA, YMCA,525 525 2nd EllisBlvd., Blvd.,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573-761-9000, 573-761-9000,jcymca.org jcymca.org Ellis

BESTVETERINARIAN VETERINARIAN BEST

1stPlace: Place:Dr. Dr.Gregory GregoryPopp, Popp,Weathered WeatheredRock RockVeterinary Veterinary 1st Clinic,2224 2224Weathered WeatheredRock RockRoad, Road,Jefferson JeffersonCity, City,573573Clinic, 634-2223,weatheredrockvet.com weatheredrockvet.com 634-2223,

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2ndPlace: Place:Dr. Dr.Greg GregSteck, Steck,1229 1229Murphy MurphyFord FordRoad, Road, 2nd Centertown,573-584-3368 573-584-3368 Centertown, 216 Madison St., Jefferson City

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ADVERTISER INDEX A Catered Affair.................................................. 68

Home Helpers...................................................... 98

Red Wheel Bike Shop........................................ 98

Advanced Spinal Rejuvenation........................123

Houser Millard Funeral Home........................... 88

Riley Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac..............22

All Clear Pumping & Sewer............................... 50

Huntline Dental Group......................40, 64 & 68

Riley Toyota Scion...............................................76

Ana Marie's Bridal................................................71

HyVee........................................................... 12 & 13

Anthony Porter Insurance..................................92

J. Pfenny's............................................................62

Argyle Catering................................................... 56

Janome Sewing Center......................................32

Arris Pizza Palace/Arris Bistro.............................4

JC Mattress......................................................... 86

Barbara Howard, MD...........................................92

JCMG..................................................11, 90 & 128

Bee at Home........................................................ 89

Jefferson Bank of Missouri..............................135

Boone Hospital.................................................... 54

Jefferson City YMCA....................................... 102

Burns Optical......................................................111

KAS A Design.......................................................22

Call & Gentry Law Group....................................74

KPLA...................................................................122

Canterbury Hill Winery....................................... 86

Krieger & Krieger Accounting......................... 120

Scruggs Lumber.................................................... 2

Capital Dentistry for Children........................... 50

Kwik Kar Wash and Detail................................139

Southbank Gift Co.............................................. 64

Capital Region.....................................18, 58 & 94

La Belle Cabinetry & Lighting..........................135

St Mary's Health Center.....................3, 48 & 116

Carrie's Hallmark................................................111

La Di Da.............................................................. 108

State Farm Insuravce......................................... 68

Carson & Coil.............................................. 75 & 97

Lifestyles Furniture...........................................137

Studio 1 Salon & Day Spa.................................. 44

Central Bank...........................40, 100 & 124-127

Lincoln University.................................................. 6

The Blue Diamond.............................................. 89

Central Dairy and Ice Cream Company............ 39

Longfellow's Garden Center..............................67

Central Trust & Investment Company............123

Marshall and Co................................................... 14

Classic Travel.................................................... 108

Martellaro Marble and Granite.......................... 42

Columbia Regional Airport................................ 94

Midwest Block & Brick....................................... 16

Council for Drug Free Youth............................ 120

Missouri Dept. of Conservation........................ 96

Designer Kitchens & Baths................................75

Nathan Voss Construction................................. 10

Designs By Tina, LLC..........................................53

Naught Naught Insurance Agency................... 80

Diamond Ridge Dentistry................................ 100

Nicklas Financial................................................. 20

Downtown Association.........................................8

On Site Oil Change............................................. 24

Fischer Body Shop................................................ 9

Organize that Space............................................67

Woodman Engineering Co............................... 102

Haute Salon......................................................... 90

Peggy Jean's Pies...............................................32

Xtreme Body & Paint............................................ 5

Hawthorn Bank................................................. 140

Prison Brews....................................................... 64

Z104.1...................................................................78

River City Florist............................................... 105 River Region Credit Union.................................. 16 Roark Aluminum..................................................76 Roedel Cleaning...................................................97 Saffee's...............................................................111 Samuel's Tuxedos............................................ 106 Sawaddee Thai Cuisine................................... 120 Scott Hamblin...................................................... 14

The Capital Mall..................................................... 7 The Ecco............................................................ 106 The Twisted Canvas............................................32 The Village of Bedford Walk............................. 80

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THE LAST WORD

Santa is Here

Words of love, kindness and encouragement by B Y RO N PIT T M A N | photo by TRAVIS D U NCA N

Yes, there is a Santa Claus. And, with all of my travels around the world, I especially love to visit Jefferson City. You should be extremely thankful you live here. From the schools to the fire department to the hospitals and stores, my elves watch and tell me of the comings and goings around town. Be thankful you live in a community that has American flags flying gloriously from the East side to the West side. Be proud when you say you’re from Jefferson City. When you see a person in uniform, whether military, police or fireman, remember to thank them. They are the community leaders who protect and serve. They deserve our respect. It was once said that Santa is able to exist as love, generosity and devotion exist. These three qualities thrive in Jefferson City, and they give life its highest beauty and joy. Always look for what you can do in the community that is positive. Just the other day, one of my elves saw a young boy pick up a piece of trash and throw it away when it wasn’t even his. Another elf told me of children walking to raise money for cancer research. I saw a little girl praying for the policemen after watching the news. The amazing faith in our area is incredible. Did you know that without the birth of Jesus, there would be no Santa Claus? That is why I’m so happy when I see the churches and community of Jefferson City proudly celebrating his birth. It seems to me that the hearts of those in and around Jefferson City are larger and more giving, and that makes Santa very happy. 140 | November/December 2015

The saying that it is better to give than to receive is true. I need children and parents alike to become Santa today, tomorrow and all year long by giving their time, energy and good deeds. Even the smallest thing such as picking up trash can improve and brighten the future of Jefferson City. When I watch children play on the playgrounds and also visit other places around Jefferson City, I see the love and respect you have for one another. The world needs more and more of it. Always remember everyone is important to Santa. It doesn’t matter who you are, the color of your skin or where you live. I need children, families and people to be more like Santa and give every time they see an opportunity. Be the Santa in your school, your home, your church and your community. Help your neighbors as you want to be helped. That’s how the North Pole works. We work hard for the person beside us, not just for our self. How much more special and wonderful will Jefferson City be if each of us pledge to help one person in the coming month? Be a Santa, bless someone with an unexpected blessing and keep blessing others for the next twelve months. When you do good things, watch how you feel and see how much you smile regardless the time of year. JC

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