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Pure Prairie League returns page 15

Recipes for the heart page 19

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What’s Inside 3

Battling bullying Local author publishes book.

4 Roller Derby

Arch Rival Roller Girls carry on tradition.

5 Harry's new hat

Pinterest turns an old sweater into a new beanie.

11 "The Playroom"

A family unit that works perfectly.

15 Pure Prairie League Country-rockers return to the Wildey.

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Plans announced for 134th season.

19 Recipes for the heart Healthy ideas for your family table.

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What’s Happening Friday February 22_______ • T h e o P e o p l e s , L u m i e re Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• DJ Stan Da Man w/Jonezy, Overland Terrace, Hearskra-z, Plush St. Louis, St. Louis, Doors 8:30 p.m.

• Brazil, The Wildey Theatre, Edwardsville, 8:45 p.m.

• The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• L i f t E ve r y Vo i c e , Powe l l Symphony Hall, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

• Celebration Day: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Jake Miller w/ Marc goone, Cato, Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 6:00 p.m.

• Millenium, Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton, 8:00 p.m.

• Carmina Burana, Touhill, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• Inimical Drive w/Hung LIke A Martyr, EvenBeforeMachines, Janes Reel, & The 45, Pop's, Sauget, 7:00 p.m.

• B ro t h e r s L a z a ro ff, Ju m p Starts, Cicero's, University City, Doors 8:00 p.m.

• The Rep presents Sense and Sensibility, Loretto-Hilton Center Browning Mainstage, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• Carmina Burana, Touhill Performing Arts Center, St. Louis,

8:00 p.m.

• Distracted, Dunham Hall Theater, SIUE, 7:30 p.m.

• The Black Rep presents The Mountaintop, Grandel Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• B a s i l e : G re e k C o m e d y presented by the Center for International Studies, Touhill Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• Jeremy Deller: Joy in People E x h i b i t , C o n t e m p o ra r y A r t Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

• DDD&G, Edwardsville Ar ts C e n te r, E d wa rd s v i l l e , 1 0 : 0 0 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

• New Media Series–William E. Jones: Killed, St. Louis Ar t Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

• Opening Reception: P a p e r Wo r k I n , O n , a n d O f Paper VI, Foundry Art Centre, St. Charles, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

• Edward Cur tis: Visions of Native America, St. Louis Ar t Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through June 16.

• DaVinci Machines II: The Australian Exhibition, Bank of America Plaza Building, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through May 31.

• Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

Saturday February 23_______ • Paul Brown & The Killing Devils, Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

• Big George Brock and the New House Rockers, Plush St. Louis, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

• Willie Akins/Montez Coleman Group, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

• The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

• Chris Botti, Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

• Celebration Day: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Dots Not Feathers, Palace w/ Union Tree Review, Wildeyed, Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

• Hoosier Daddy's, 3:00 p.m./ Millenium, 8:00 p.m., Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton • Carmina Burana, Touhill, St. Louis, 8;00 p.m.

• Meshuggah w/Animals As Leaders, Intronaut, Pop's, Sauget, 7:00 p.m.

• Clockwork, Steve Ewing, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• Jeremy Deller: Joy in People E x h i b i t , C o n te m p o ra r y A r t Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

• DDD&G, Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

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People Getting the message out against bullying Local author addresses adolescent relationships

By STEVE HORRELL Of The Edge Malinda Bertels says that her new book, “Just Pete,” is for all those kids out there who have ever been bullied or harassed at school.

The 175-page paperback addresses adolescent relationships and how to help bullies.

“I just felt that the message needed to get out there, not just about the victims of bullies but also what life is like for the bully,” said Bertels, who lives in Edwardsville and for the past decade has taught seventh grade language arts at Highland Middle School.

The book centers on Peter Gilmore, an only child with no real friends who sets out to change that when he starts his freshman year at New Haven High School. Standing in his way is Nick Johnson, a classmate who has bullied Pete for years with cruel comments and demeaning insults. The year is fraught with relentless teasing and physical altercations until Pete comes to realize, through a heartbreaking tragedy, that he and Nick share a secret bond that will change their lives forever.

Bertels wrote it three years ago.

“My focus was just to get the message out there and to make people aware that bullying is a serious issue,” she said. “But we also need to look at the bully’s side, not just the victim.”

It took only three weeks to write, but the editing took much longer. She quickly added it to her curriculum and adapted it to fit state teaching standards, known as Common Core. She developed a bullying packet that includes a

survey, a four-minute video, journal questions, literary terms, and vocabulary.

“It’s been a success,” she says.

“The kids absolutely love the book.”

At the end of the lesson, students are asked to fill out a packet about the book, and many students have commented that while they realize bullying is a problem they don’t go out of their way to help victims. “I think it’s just made them very aware what’s going on and made them want to reach out and help some kids,” she said.

Bertels was raised in Pana and worked for a judge, as a secretary and court reporter. She moved to Edwardsville 16 years ago and soon enrolled at SIUE. She earned a B.S. in Elementary Education and an M.S. in Education, with an emphasis in reading and writing.

She and her husband, Morris, have four children. Katie teaches English at Greenville High School; Jene’ teaches first grade in Crown Point, Ind.; and Christopher works and lives in St. Louis; Matthew is a junior at Edwardsville High School.

The book is available now through the publisher, Tate Publishing, at www. tatepublishing.com/bookstore/ book.php?w=62295-352-3.

It will be available in bookstores on May 7. She plans to have a book signing at some point at either the Edwardsville Public Library or the Glen Carbon Centennial Library.

Meanwhile, Bertels has a book signing from 1 to 3 p.m. on March 9 at the coffee shop at Michael’s Restaurant in Highland.

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Local author Malinda Bertels has taken on the subject of bullyiing.

St. Andrew's to host Fabric Arts and Quilt Show St. Andrews Episcopal Church will sponsor a Fabric Arts and Quilt Show on Friday, March 1 (10am-6pm); Saturday, March 2 (10am-4pm); and Sunday March 3 (Noon-4pm). The show will be held at the church, corner of Hillsboro and Buchanan Streets in Edwardsville.

Artists are invited to display and sell their works. Ten percent of the price for each quilt sold is requested from the seller for booth space. There is no fee to display quilts in the show. Display space is limited and quilts will be accepted on a first come, first served basis so artists are encouraged to submit applications for display by February 20. Applications may be obtained from St. Andrew’s website (standrews-edwardsville. com) or Facebook page (facebook.com/Standrews.

Edwardsville).

Additional information, but not applications, is available at the following shops in the Metro East: The Quilted Garden, Edwardsville; Cross Patches, Collinsville; Jackman's Fabrics, Fairview Heights; Rosemary's Fabric and Quilts, Highland; and Sweet Annie's Quilt Shop, Troy.

The Quilt Show Committee members, Pat Davis, Liz Edwards, Velma Schmidt, Sherry Turpenoff and LaVernn Wilson, have been busy preparing for the show. Liz Edwards indicated “This is a super opportunity for artists to sell wares as opposed to a gallery showing. We are looking for work from active quilters and fabric artists but also heirloom quits of historical interest.”

Looking back, LaVernn Wilson stated that “The quilt show passed my expectation for the first year. It was well attended and we displayed around 70 quilts. The quilts displayed included antique , modern, traditional and art quilts. We hope to have a bigger show this year and grow this into an annual event for our area.”

The public is cordially invited to enjoy the colorful and artistic beauty of the quilts, displayed in the historic church sanctuary and throughout Pearson Hall. A $5 admission charge is asked for viewing the quilts. Light refreshments will be served.

For more information about the show and quilt registration, contact Elizabeth Edwards at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 618-656-1929.

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From left are LaVernn Wilson, Liz Edwards and Velma Schmidt.

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The Arch Rival Roller Girls continue to carry on a tradition

By KRISTA WILKINSON-MIDGLEY Of The Edge They dress like punk rock groupies in fishnet tights and ripped T-shirts. Some wear kneesocks with a skull and crossbones emblazoned on them while others paint their faces with stars or lightning bolts. Tattoos are

same time. I mean, how is that not fun?” said Lisa Sells, who works as an office administrator for an East St. Louis scrap yard by day and skates under the name of “DollyRotN” by night. The 34year-old is originally from Joplin, Mo., and currently lives in Troy.

Sells saw her first derby bout while living in Washington state a

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Pictured are scenes from recent action featuring the Arch Rival Roller Girls. agrees.

“However long you do this, you’re still sore. You never get past that,” said Stroh, a secretary and waitress who is working toward her realtor ’s license. Stroh made the top-seeded Smashinistas team in September, 2011.

Her teammate Sarah “Brickyard 400” Bohall, 26, joined the league at the same time. Bohall graduated with a master ’s degree in kinesiology from SIUE last May and now works as a research coordinator at Washington University. Playing sports has always been a big part of her life.

She played soccer in college and high school. She also ran crosscountry in high school.

“It’s more entertaining than other sports. It’s real,” she said.

Unlike Bohall, Stroh had never played any sports before joining the AARG league. She had to proudly displayed.

They answer to names as fierce as their appearance – Dolly RotN, Brickyard, Lady Macdeath and Prof. Rumbledore. They come from all walks of life and range in age from early 20s to late 30s. There are college students, teachers, lawyers, nurses, artists and stay-at-home moms. They are the Arch Rival Roller Girls.

St. Louis’ first women’s flat-track roller derby league began in the fall of 2005 with a small collection of women who practiced during open skate sessions at a local rink. Since then, it has grown to a 100-person league with four regular season teams and three travel teams. The league is certified by the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association, and its travel team was ranked among the top 30 teams nationwide in 2010.

The league outgrew its former home in the All American Sports Mall in South St. Louis and now plays their bouts at Midwest Sport Complex, located in Queeny Park in Ballwin, Mo. An average bout, or game, will attract up to 750 spectators on a given night.

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few years ago. When she returned to Missouri to be closer to her family, finding a roller derby league was a top priority.

“I had to find a place that had jobs and a derby league,” she said with a laugh.

Sells joined a group of women calling themselves the “Gonnabees,” who practiced at the YMCA in Edwardsville. Their goal was to get good enough to make it onto a league.

“We rented space time and tried to teach ourselves the things that we had to know to try out. We all ended up in a league. It was pretty cool,” she said.

Sells is only just returning to competition after recovering from a knee injury last August. This playoff bout in early February is her first since the injury and she’s a little nervous. The physical side of competitive roller derby should not be underestimated. Many of these women have played sports all their lives, some run marathons and they still get their butt kicked when they first join.

“You puke a couple of times after practice and you think, ‘I’ve gotta hit the gym.’ It is a very physical sport,” said Sells.

Stephanie Stroh, known as “Mali Bruz Barbie,” of Troy

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borrow a pair of skates for the tryouts and found the intensity challenging. Her player number, “4CF,” written on her arm in black marker explains why. The CF stands for cystic fibrosis. When Stroh’s sister passed away in 2008, she made a decision to live for the both of them.

“I’ve had my ups and downs.

My team has been supportive when I’ve been sick,” she said adding that she couldn’t express her appreciation for them enough.

Vanessa Tutka (a.k.a.

“Prof. Rumbledore”), 25, of Edwardsville, grew up roller skating at Cottonwood Skate Corral in Glen Carbon. She got into roller derby through a friend who skated for the men’s league known as the GateKeepers.

“I liked the punk rock style and attitude of the skaters,” said Tutka. “I love roller skates,

and I liked the aggressiveness of women. Plus, everybody has funny names and it’s got pop culture references.”

Tutka recently graduated from SIUE with a fine arts degree. She currently works for Once Upon a Toy. She described herself as a “nerdy art kid” and said she never played sports in school. Despite this, she made it into the league as a jammer, which is a player whose job is to score points.

Tutka said what she loves best about the AARG is the camaraderie that exists between the women, hitting aside.

She said: “Roller derby is a flock of black sheep. The weird kids who got together to do something cool.”

To find out more about the Arch Rival Roller Girls, visit www. archrivalrollergirls.com or check them out on Facebook.

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A do-it-yourself Pinterest hat

By KRISTA WILKINSON-MIDGLEY Of The Edge Let me begin by saying that I am not good at sewing.

With the exception of the odd button, a few very bad patch jobs and a Pocahontas Halloween costume that I still can’t believe stayed together (I also used a LOT of duct tape), I have never sewed.

I did do a bit of embroidery when I was a teenager but that doesn’t count because the pattern was printed on the fabric. It was the sewing equivalent of paint-bynumbers.

However, this week I decided to move out of my comfort zone and pick a Pinterest project that required some stitching. I had seen this adorable pin for making baby hats out of old sweaters. How cute is that? I pinned it immediately with grand ideas of creating a collection of sweet little baby hats while simultaneously clearing out my closet.

My first step for this project was to find the right material. The original pin used thin, knit sweaters and tops rather than chunky ones. I suppose you could use a thicker sweater, but I imagine it would be far more difficult to work with. At least, it would have been far more difficult for me to work with.

To make things even trickier, I was making this hat for

my son. A quick glance at my side of the closet with its alternating shades of pink, fuchsia and lavender told me I would need to look elsewhere. So I scooted over to my husband’s side of the closet to have a closer look. I was just in the middle of assessing the thickness of a nice maroon sweater when I heard a cough behind me.

“What are you doing?” asked my husband suspiciously as he narrowed his eyes at me.

“Me? Oh nothing honey. Just having a look at some of your old shirts and sweaters,” I said a little too casually.

“Yeah, right. I saw you looking at those baby hats on Pinterest. Now I find you going through my clothes!”

“Ummmm…”

Well, you get the idea. I reluctantly put the maroon sweater back with a sigh and headed down to the basement. Fortunately, I found the perfect sweater for my project hidden away in a bag marked “yard sale.”

It was an old gray-blue knit shirt that had never fit me properly. I wouldn’t miss it, and the color would go perfectly with my son’s blue eyes.

My next step was to figure out what size the hat should be. My son was sleeping at the time so measuring his head wasn’t an option. Instead I dug out one of his newborn hats. I estimated that his head now was an inch or two bigger than that and traced my pattern accordingly.

Then it was time to start cutting. It wasn’t perfect by any means, but at least my hat was starting to take shape. I carefully pinned the edges together. All that was left to do was to start sewing. I only had embroidery thread and a large embroidery needle, but it did the job. Any seamstresses reading this shouldn’t look too closely at the photos. My stitches are all over the place.

When I finished sewing the pieces together, I turned the hat right side out and surveyed my handiwork. My hat wasn’t quite as cute and detailed as the one in the pin, but I’m happy that I made the effort.

The only thing left to do was see if my hat fit. My son was still sleeping, but I couldn’t wait. I quietly sneaked into his room and very carefully slid the hat over his head. It fit! I couldn’t believe it. My heart swelled with pride at the fact that I had made something just for him.

I had taken something old and useless that was packed away in my basement and created something useful out of it.

Even better, I used tools and materials that I already had lying around the house. That’s really the whole point of these projects – to get off the computer and actually DO something. Make something. This is my fourth project and so far I’ve only spent approximately 60 cents on a box of baking soda. Not bad. I wonder what ideas next week will bring?

At top, the material for the hat has been cut out of an old sweater. At top right, the pieces are pinned together. Above left, the hat is stitched together. Above right, Harry Midgley shows off his new hat, complete with Union Jack decoration.

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People People planner Jim Henson's Pajanimals coming to the Peabody Opera House For the first time ever, The Jim Henson Company’s Pajanimals are packing their bags and hitting the road to bring a brand new live musical production to the Peabody Opera House on Saturday, March 16. Tickets went on-sale to the general public for most cities beginning November 17 at www.pajanimalslive.com.

Ti c k e t s f o r t h e s h o w a t t h e Peabody Opera House may be purchased at the Ford Box Office at Scottrade Center, all Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, by phone at 800-745-3000, or online at livenation.com.

Pajanimals Life: Pajama Playdate (www.pajanimalslive. com) is filled with lively music, interactive dance fun and silly adventures all set in the cozy, comfy environment of the Pajanimals world. This fun and nurturing show is designed to introduce kids and families to their f i r s t t h e a t e r e x p e r i e n c e .

Seen in the U.S. every night on the 24-hour preschool channel Sprout and NBC Kids on Saturday mornings, Pajanimals has quickly become a favorite for preschoolers and their parents so fans of all ages are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas to the show and join in on the fun.

“Pajanimals is one of our most beloved shows, and families are invited to see these characters live on stage and share a special Pajanimals adventure with S q u a c k y, C o w b e l l a , A p o l l o and Sweet Pea Sue,” said Lisa Henson, CEO of The Jim Henson C o m p a n y. “ O u r t e a m a l w a y s e n v i s i o n e d t h e p ro p e r t y a s a theatrical experience for families everywhere. We know this new live show will be something that will create a lasting memory.”

“Families will be dancing in the aisles and singing the songs along with the Pajanimals. We encourage all children and caretakers to wear their favorite pajamas for an awesome play date with Pajanimals” says Jonathan S h a n k , e x e c u t i v e p ro d u c e r o f Pajanimals Live!

The Pajanimals are teaming up with CID Entertainment to offer a very special Pajanimals Party Package! Packages include premium reserved seating in the first 10 rows of the theater, a meet & greet photo opportunity with the Pajanimals in an exclusive party room plus a poster and a VIP laminate. Enhance your

Pajama Playdate experience with this super fun party package!

For more information, visit w w w. c i d e n t e r t a i n m e n t . c o m / pajanimals.

Pajanimals Life: Pajama Playdate incorporates costumes a n d s e t s c re a t e d b y T h e J i m H e n s o n C o m p a n y. Wr i t t e n b y Pajanimals co-creator Alex Rockwell along with, Bradley Zweig (Sid the Science Kid), the live show stars favorite characters including Squacky, Sweetpea Sue, Cowbella and Apollo who sing all of the Pajanimals’ greatest hits as well as new songs created exclusively for the live show.

T h e t o u r i s produced by Red Light Management and will be choreographed and directed by Myles Thorogood. It is based on the television series created by Alex Rockwell and Jeff Muncy.

Tour news and updates can be found at www.pajanimalslive. com.

share a common strength. Based on true events, it follows the epic journey of the iconic monarch butterfly in one of the most incredible migrations on Earth, and the determined scientist, Dr. Fred Urquhart, who spent 40 years trying to discover the mysteries surrounding their journey and secret winter hideaway.

What began with a small boy daydreaming about where butterflies went each winter became a lifelong pursuit by Urquhart, who ingeniously enlisted the help of legions of volunteers, known as "citizen scientists," to help with tagging and tracking the butterflies. The decades-long quest yielded the ultimate discovery of the monarch butterflies' overwintering sites in the sanctuaries of Mexico.

The iconic monarch butterfly is a true marvel of nature. Weighing

less than a penny, it makes one of the longest migrations on Earth across a continent, yet with pinpoint navigational accuracy, to a place it has never been. While much has been learned, scientists are still unraveling the many interrelated aspects of this phenomenon of the natural world. As the film illustrates, it takes two to three generations of butterflies to migrate north from Mexico through the U.S. to Canada and one "super generation" to complete the migration back south to Mexico.

In the immersive OMNIMAX Theater environment, moviegoers will experience this journey up close and see the evolution from egg to caterpillar to pupa to butterfly captured for the first time thanks to MRI & micro CT scans-which bring audiences closer to the action than ever before. The close-up/macro photography work

was undertaken in collaboration with Oscar® winner Peter Parks (The Tree of Life). The film team also travels high into the mountain ranges and up tree canopies into the Monarch sanctuaries of Mexico to capture stunning real footage of hundreds of millions of these magnificent creatures.

However, this amazing migration is at risk and may collapse. "This year's population of monarchs will be an all time low," said Dr. Chip Taylor, one of the world's leading experts on monarch butterflies, "that's partially because of the drought, but certainly because of climate change and deforestation."

Taylor is the founder and director of Monarch Watch, an outreach program focused on saving the monarch butterfly.

For more information on "Flight of the Butterflies" - please visit: slsc.org.

"Flight of the Butterflies" soars into the Science Center "Flight of the Butterflies", a breathtaking new giant screen adventure from SK Films, arrived at the OMNIMAX Theater at the Saint Louis Science Center, on January 18, 2013.

"We are always looking to give our members and area educators unique opportunities to engage with world class scientists," said Bert Vescolani, President and CEO of the Saint Louis Science Center.

Taylor, a professor of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Kansas, served as a scientific advisor to the film.

Based on a remarkable true story, the epic film immerses audiences in a triumphant journey of perseverance that spans thousands of miles and several generations -- tracking real monarch butterflies to their mysterious Mexican winter haven where audiences will discover a truly spectacular sight: hundreds of millions of REAL live butterflies in one of the most amazing places on Earth!

"Flight of the Butterflies" is a trilateral co-production between Mexico, Canada and the U.K. Director Mike Slee co-wrote the script with co-Executive Producer Wendy MacKeigan (Journey to Mecca: In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta, The Water Brothers).

The film's Executive Producer is Jonathan Barker (Bugs! 3D, Into the Deep 3D).

The film is the awe-inspiring story of two unlikely heroes that

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People People planner Theresa Caputo to appear at The Fox Theresa Caputo, psychic medium and star of the hit TLC show, “Long Island Medium,” will be appearing live at the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis on Sunday, April 21st at 7 pm. Theresa will give interactive readings to audience members throughout the show and will also share personal stories about her life and her unique gifts. Tickets are on-sale at www.metrotix.com, 314-534-1111, or the Fox Box Office.

Tickets are $63.75, $53.75 and $43.75 and there is a limit of 4 tickets per customer. A limited number of VIP tickets ($129) are available which includes a pre-show meet and greet. Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee a reading.

“Long Island Medium,” which begins its third season on TLC in September, follows Theresa’s life as a typical Long Island wife and mom except for one distinct difference… her ability to communicate with the dead. Since she cannot “turn off” this gift, messages can come through at any time and the local car mechanic, manicurist or cashier at the bagel shop may find themselves receiving a spontaneous reading from Theresa as she goes about her daily life. The show also covers how Theresa copes with the special challenges that her unique abilities create for her husband of 22 years, Larry, and her two children, aged 17 and 21.

Theresa has been a practicing medium for 10 years and is a certified medium with the ForeverFamily Foundation, an organization dedicated to connecting science with the afterlife. She helps individuals find closure by connecting them with their departed loved ones. For Theresa, this is not just her job... this is her life.

MoBOT to host Orchid Show Escape the Missouri winter and journey to Madagascar during the Missouri Botanical Garden’s annual Orchid Show, Feb. 2 to March 31.

The show offers visitors a once-ayear opportunity to see a rotating display of hundreds of orchids f ro m t h e G a rd e n ’ s e x p a n s i v e permanent living collection. The Garden is currently celebrating the 25th anniversary of its permanent presence in Madagascar and the Orchid Show further commemorates the research and conservation

efforts made during the Garden’s tenure.

This year visitors will get a peak at life in Madagascar as native plants, artifacts and water falls make their way to the 5,000-squarefoot Orthwein Floral Display Hall.

Visit a Malagasy village with bamboo huts complete with palm leaf roofs. Stroll along the curved paths to uncover water features, living plant walls and bamboo structures. View native artifacts including weavings, clothing and canoes. Lemurs, which are native to Madagascar, will also be featured in the display with replicas made from botanical materials. Interpretive pieces will educate visitors about the Garden’s ongoing research in Madagascar.

More than 600 orchids will be displayed just as they would be found in their natural habitats with terrestrial orchids at ground level and ephiphytic orchids suspended atop tree branches. Orchids vary in size and color and include a number of varieties including, Laelia, Epidendrum, Oncidium, Paphiopedilum, Cattleya and Cymbidiums.

The Garden’s sizeable orchid collection includes more than 7000 individual orchid plants representing approximately 280 genera and more than 2,500 unique orchid taxa. Throughout the year, Garden horticulturists care for the collection behind the scenes in the private greenhouse range.

Horticulturists juggle temperatures inside the greenhouse range to force the winter bloom of as many plants as possible for the annual Orchid Show. Spent blooms are replaced with new ones on a daily basis to maintain the quality during the length of the show. Photographers are welcome to use hand-held cameras to capture the Orchid Show for personal enjoyment; tripod and monopod usage is not permitted indoors.

After visiting the Orchid Show, stop by the Garden Gate Shop to browse a large selection of orchid p l a n t s , b o o k s a n d g a rd e n i n g accessories for both beginners and experienced growers. Proceeds support the Missouri Botanical Garden.

The 2013 Orchid Show is presented by BMO Harris Bank.

Orchid Show admission is $5 per person (ages 3 and older), in addition to general Garden admission ($8 for adults; $4 for St. Louis City and County residents, with free admission Wednesdays

and Saturdays until noon; free for children ages 12 and younger).

Missouri Botanical Garden members enjoy free general admission along with free Orchid Show admission.

The Missouri Botanical Garden is located at 4344 Shaw Blvd. in south St. Louis, accessible from Interstate 44 at the Vandeventer exit and from Interstate 64 at the Kingshighway North and South exit.

Free parking is available on site

and two blocks west at the corner of Shaw and Vandeventer.

For general Garden information, visit www.mobot.org or call (314) 577‑5100 (toll-free, 1‑800‑642‑8842).

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Members help support the Garden’s operations and worldchanging work in plant science and conservation. Learn more at www. mobot.org/membership.

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at 2013 Heart-Stroke Fair 9 a.m-noon Saturday, Feb. 23 Approximately 30 informational tables around the AMH Beeby and Smith Wing ground floor.

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Lectures in Cafeteria Meeting Room 10 a.m.

Dr. Peter Panagos Washington University School of Medicine “What to Expect When You’re Having a Stroke”

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LECLAIRE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1914 Esic Drive, Edwardsville, 656-0918 “Loving People to Jesus” Shane Taylor, Senior Minister Matt Campbell, Youth and Worship Minister Shawn Smith, Family Life Minister Sunday Schedule: Worship at 9:30 am and 11:00 am Wednesday Schedule: Men’s Ministry 6:45 pm Please see leclairecc.com for more information.

EDEN UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 800 N. Main Street Edwardsville (618) 656-4648

Rev. Jackie K. Havis-Shear

9:30 a.m. ~ Contemporary Worship 11:00 a.m. ~ Traditional Worship Free Friday Lunch - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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Center Grove Presbyterian

ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL

6279 Center Grove Rd., Edwardsville Phone: 656-9485 Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Eve. Bible Study/Prayer, Choir Children & Youth Ministries

Daycare 656-2798 Janet Hooks, Daycare Director

Rev. Anthony J. Casoria, Pastor www.centergrove.org Presbyterian Church in America

Summit at School Street Glen Carbon, IL 288-5620 Rev. Tony Clavier Holy Eucharist at 10:30 a.m.

St. Thomas Child Care Center Now enrolling infants through Pre-K Call 288-5697

“Where Jesus Christ is Celebrated in Liturgy and Life.”

407 Edwardsville Rd. (Rt. 162) Troy, IL 62294 667-6241 Dennis D. Price, Pastor Sunday Worship: 8 a.m., 9 a.m., & 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Worship: 6:30 p.m.

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903 N. Second Street Edwardville, IL 656-4330 John Roberts, Senior Pastor

Sunday Worship: Traditional Service 8:00 AM Sunday School 9:15 AM Contemporary Service 10:30 AM www.eden-ucc.org

ST. BONIFACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 110 N. Buchanan Edwardsville 656-6450 Very Reverend Jeffrey Goeckner

Saturday Vigil - 4:15 pm Spanish Mass - 6:15 pm Sunday Mass 8:15 am, 10:15 am, 5:15 pm Daily Mass Schedule Mon., 5:45 pm Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:00 am Wed., 6:45 pm

All Are Welcome

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“The fundamental purpose animating the Faith of God and His Religion is to safeguard the interests and promote the unity of the human race.” ~ Baha’u’llah Promote the Unity of the human race everyday!

The Bahá’is of Edwardsville warmly welcome and invite you to investigate the teachings of the Bahá’i Faith.

For more information call (618) 656-4142 or email: Bahai.Edwardsville@sbcglobal.net P.O. Box 545 Edwardsville, IL 62025 www.bahai.us

ST. PAUL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 3277 Bluff Rd. Edwardsville, IL 656-1500

Rev. Diane C. Grohmann September - May Worship 10:15 a.m.

June-August Worship 9:30 a.m.

Our Facility is Handicap Accessible

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First Presbyterian Church 237 N. Kansas Edwardsville, IL

Located 1 Block North of Post Office Early Worship: 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School for all ages: 9:15 a.m.

Child/Youth Choir: 10:15 a.m.

Late Worship w/Chancel Choir: 10:45 a.m.

For Music and Other Activities

MOUNT JOY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF EDWARDSVILLE 327 Olive Street • Edw, IL 656-0845 Steve Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Wed. Early Morning Prayer: 5:00 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

618-656-4550

EMMANUEL CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST 332 S. Brown Street Edwardsville, IL 62025 Pastor Carlos Bryant 618-931-3707

Sabbath Morning 9:30 A.M. Sabbath Evening 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Evening 7:00 P.M.

“Where Everybody is Somebody and Jesus Christ is Lord.

We Welcome You to Our Family.”

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Traditional Worship: 9:00 a.m.

Coffee Fellowship: 10:00 a.m.

Contemporary Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Youth: 6:00 p.m.

Dr. Brooks, Lead Minister Jeff Wrigley, Youth & Children’s Director www.fccedwardsville.org

NEW BETHEL UNITED METHODIST 131 N. Main St., Glen Carbon, IL Rev. William Adams Church Phone: 288-5700 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Adult & Children’s Sunday School 9:40 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Nursery 8:30 a.m. to Noon Senior High Youth Group Sunday at 7:30 p.m.

Senior High Bible Study Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

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Religion Giving the gifts of time, talent can be tough We often speak of Christians or perhaps even members of a church as a ‘family of believers.’ As I ponder that description, I find myself thinking of families. In every family, there are usually those who take a great deal of responsibility.

Perhaps they are the ones who take responsibility for making sure the bills are paid, and on time, each month. Maybe they are the person who does all the grocery shopping and preparing all the meals. It might be their responsibility to earn the money that provides for the family.

It could be that yard work or repairs is their responsibility. Or it could be childcare falls on one parent much more than the other.

However the family coordinates the duties depends on the individuals involved. But one thing is for sure, at least in my mind. It takes a sense of responsibility and also some coordination for the household to run smoothly.

Doris Gvillo A recent devotion I came across while reading talked about churches and the duties and responsibilities members should be responding to and accepting.

I am not implying that being a Christian entails ‘working’ and ‘doing’. First of all, to me, it means accepting God’s call and responding to that call. It means striving to grow in your trust and faith.

It means learning and growing in knowledge. As we learn and grow, we also begin to accept the idea that the gifts given us often require something of us.

It isn’t only sitting in church, or attending Bible classes, or putting in our offering each Sunday. It is also developing not only knowledge in our heads, but also a change in our hearts.

It is like the words of the hymn

that says, “Because we have been given much, we too must give.�

I don’t only mean give money but give of ourselves. There are many ways to serve within a church, but there are also many venues in a community that require service.

Our pantry couldn’t exist without caring people who help and who donate so that those in need get help.

Meals on Wheels is a way to deliver food to those who need nourishing food but are unable to make it for themselves.

Being a Scout leader or a youth leader in your church means giving of yourself to develop values and skills in young people.

Singing in a choir, teaching a church school class, being active in church and civic organizations takes time and energy, but they all provide a service that is needed and benefits others.

Do you remember the verse in

scripture that says, “Well done, good and faithful servant�?

I can’t sing. I don’t play a musical instrument. There is a multitude of talents that I missed out and most would be glad I didn’t volunteer in that capacity.

I so enjoy my Bible study groups because we share our understanding of the Bible and its teaching, but we also share our life’s experiences and what we have learned by just ‘living.’ I think as we study God’s word, we grow not only in knowledge, but more importantly the knowledge of what God is asking of each of us.

It is like seeds being sown only instead of plants growing, our understanding is growing and with it comes the call to respond.

And our decisions as to what we as individuals will do with our time, our talents and our money will reflect how we respond.

Wouldn’t we all like to have our Lord and Master say to us, Well done thou good and faithful servant�? I know I would.

And I know it is a constant struggle. Our society offers many distractions and many opportunities that will not include service to God. We all have gifts to give‌talent, money, and time. And sometimes giving our time and talent is the hardest.

I guess it is up to you and I to decide which path we will take.

And when we choose God’s way and still ‘goof up’, don’t forget even those who walked with Jesus made mistakes. We just ‘keep on keeping on’‌striving and always remembering that our God is a loving God who, when we ask, welcomes us with open arms and forgives us.

Hikind says between the Jewish holidays of Purim on Feb. 24 and Passover in late March and early April, six tractor-trailers will be available in Brooklyn and Monsey in Rockland County to collect damaged religious articles for burial in Monroe.

The 74-year-old Galante announced his intent to resign in January 2012, citing ongoing dialysis treatments and several other health issues.

Papal conclave still largely a European club

Doris Gvillo is a member of Eden United Church of Christ.

Religion briefs Kentucky pastor wants return of snakes confiscated in Tennessee MIDDLESBORO, Ky. (AP) — An eastern Kentucky pastor wants Tennessee wildlife officials to return five venomous snakes confiscated in Knoxville.

Gregory Coots, who’s known as Jamie Coots, is pastor at the Full Gospel Tabernacle in Jesus Name Church in Middlesboro. Coots handles the snakes as part of worship services.

He told WYMT-TV in Hazard he bought three rattlesnakes and two copperheads in Alabama on Jan. 31. While he was driving through Knoxville, police stopped Coots for dark window tinting and saw the cages containing the snakes. A state wildlife officer confiscated them.

The district attorney general’s office in Knoxville says Coots is charged with illegally possessing and transporting wildlife.

Coots was similarly charged in Kentucky in 2008. He said he now has a permit for snakes in Kentucky.

Lutheran synod leader sorry for Newtown pastor reprimand ST. LOUIS (AP) — The president of a conservative Lutheran denomination has apologized for reprimanding a Newtown, Conn., pastor who participated in an interfaith prayer vigil in apparent violation of the church’s constitution.

The Rev. Rob Morris of Christ the King Lutheran Church offered the benediction at the Dec. 16 vigil with other religious leaders — including Jewish, Muslim and Baha’i — for victims of the shootings at the Sandy Hook Elementary School.

Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison subsequently reprimanded Morris, saying the synod constitution bars joint worship for fear of giving the appearance that theological differences about salvation and other doctrines are not significant.

Media reports on the reprimand and Morris’ apology incited outrage among some bloggers and posters

on social media sites who expressed disapproval with the synod’s decision.

On Monday, Harrison posted a video apology on the synod website saying his actions had only made things worse. “I exacerbated the problem,� a somber Harrison said. “I caused greater offense. I caused trouble for Pastor Morris and difficulty for the congregation and offense there in the midst of their suffering. Please forgive me.�

Upstate NY group gets OK to bury Jewish holy items MONROE, N.Y. (AP) — A Hudson Valley organization has been given authorization from New York state to properly dispose of Jewish books and other sacred objects damaged

by Superstorm Sandy.

State Assemblyman Dov Hikind of Brooklyn says the Department of Environmental Conservation has granted burial rights to Beth Genizah Olam in the Orange County town of Monroe, 45 miles north of New York city.

The Jewish religion forbids certain holy objects from being discarded in the trash. Such objects, known as shaimos, must be disposed of in a respectful manner.

New bishop for Camden’s Roman Catholic diocese G L O U C E S T E R T O W N S H I P, N.J. (AP) — Hundreds gathered in a southern New Jersey church to witness the installation of Dennis Sullivan as the bishop of Camden’s Roman Catholic Diocese.

Among those attending Tuesday’s ceremony at St. Agnes Church in Gloucester Township were highranking church officials from all six of New Jersey’s dioceses, including Newark Archbishop John Joseph Myers. Others on hand included New York’s Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Philadelphia Archbishop Charles Chaput The 67-year-old Sullivan previously served as vicar general of the New York archdiocese. He succeeds Joseph Galante as leader of the Camden diocese, which serves approximately 475,000 Catholics in Cape May, Atlantic, Cumberland, Salem, Gloucester and Camden counties.

Phony Utah marriage counselor sentenced to jail WEST JORDAN, Utah (AP) — A state judge has sentenced a man accused of posting as a Mormon marriage counselor to three years in jail and five years’ probation for sexual misconduct.

In August, a jury convicted 59year-old Arturo Tenorio of two counts of felony forcible sex abuse involving two female victims. On Tuesday, Tenorio was charged with two more counts of felony sex abuse involving two additional victims.

The Deseret News reports Tenorio immediately pleaded guilty to the two new counts as part of a plea agreement.

Police said Tenorio posed as a therapist, counseling couples referred to him through a Utah County bishop from a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints congregation.

The women testified during the trial that they were sexually abused during individual counseling sessions.

NEW YORK (AP) – The face of the Roman Catholic Church has changed profoundly in Pope Benedict XVI’s lifetime.

Congregations in the West are smaller and older, while those in Africa, Latin America and pockets of Asia are booming, bringing youth and energy to the Catholic world.

That transformation has not been reflected in the makeup of the cardinals who will elect the next pope, however.

In fact, the membership of the conclave remains — by its regional breakdowns, at least — more of a look back on what the church was rather than a reflection of where it is headed.

Europeans still dominate the group, representing more than half of the possible 117 cardinals who will gather in the Sistine Chapel to vote. However, the pressures of the 21st-century church — battered by abuse scandals and losing stature in the West — are likely to exert themselves strongly in the deliberations and the fundamental choices facing the papal electors.

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Movies

QuickGlance Movie Reviews

“LUV”

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

“Parker”

I t s e e m s i ro n i c t h a t t h e t i t l e i s “ I d e n t i t y T h i e f ” when its co-stars have such a firm grasp on their wellestablished screen personae. Melissa McCarthy is the brash wild card with an off-kilter sense of humor and an underlying, slightly dangerous streak. Jason Bateman is the initially bemused but increasingly frustrated straight man whose deadpan quips seem to be the only things that keep him sane. These two opposites are stuck on a cross-country road trip together but no one’s really going anywhere. Optimally, with a better script, that wouldn’t be such a bad thing. Instead, “Identity Thief” strands these two ordinarily enjoyable comics in the middle of nowhere with no help for miles. “Midnight Run,” it is not. It’s actually not even “Due Date,” which felt similarly strained. It’s not just that director Seth Gordon (”Horrible Bosses”) and screenwriter Craig Mazin (the reheated “Hangover Part II”) confuse meanness for hilarity. There’s that, including a weirdly uncomfortable t h re a d o f h o m o p h o b i a a n d / o r e m a s c u l a t i o n . M o re fundamentally, though, the premise is just flawed.

Bateman’s mild-mannered accounts processor, Sandy Patterson, discovers that a con artist (McCarthy) has stolen his identity and racked up thousands of dollars in charges. They all come from the same place — Winter Park, Fla. — and they started weeks ago. But Sandy lives in Denver. Isn’t this suspicious?

RATED: R for sexual content and language.

RUNNING TIME: 107 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

This drama about the tragic realities of fathers and sons in unforgiving urban environs can’t measure up to the lyricism of its star ’s own music. It stars Common, the thoughtful, charismatic Chicago rhymer who, in three- and four-minute hip-hop ruminations, summons more vibrant social imagery than these well-intended but hollow 1 1/2 hours. Taking place over a day in Baltimore, “LUV” stars Common as the former convict Vi n c e n t , w h o t a k e s h i s 11 - y e a r- o l d n e p h e w Wo o d y (Michael Rainey Jr.) for a lesson-filled day of bonding.

B u t Vi n c e n t ’ s q u a l i f i c a t i o n s a re q u e s t i o n a b l e : H e ’ s desperate for the $22,000 he needs for a business loan a n d h a s g a n g m e m b e r s a f t e r h i m . I t ’ s a p ro m i s i n g enough conceit — a stressed, untrustworthy but inherently decent guy trying to play the role model — but the day takes awkward, implausible turns, jumping from v i o l e n c e t o s t o n e - s k i p p i n g i n t h e h a r b or. The dialogue, too, is often cringe-worthy as the two meet various friends and associates of Vincent’s, with cameos

by Danny Glover, Dennis Haysbert, Clark Johnson and Michael Kenneth Williams. The cliches mount as the j o u r n e y l e a d s t o b l o o d y s t a n d o ff s a n d d ru g d e a l e r confrontations. Still, there is tenderness here, and firsttime director Sheldon Candis should further develop his naturalistic impulse. We are, after all, not exactly showered with intimate, aspiring films of urban life.

Not yet rated RUNNING TIME: 95 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

This plays like the bloodiest promotional video ever made for Palm Beach tourism. Stabbings, explosions and furniture-smashing brawls occur at some of the ritziest locations within the sun-splashed, pastel-soaked slab of Florida opulence. The city is the setting for a $50 million jewel heist as well as some revenge doled out with the usual machine-like efficiency by Jason Statham. As the title character, the anti-hero of many of the novels

by Richard Stark (the pseudonym of the late Donald E. Westlake), Statham is stepping into a well-known persona. But he’s not exactly pushing himself outside his comfort zone. Parker is the kind of thief who lives by a civilized, self-imposed code — one he expects others to adhere to, as well. But this is the same character Statham always plays: quietly cool, dryly British, powerfully lethal. Director Taylor Hackford’s rather perfunctory action film is actually more compelling before it even gets to Palm Beach, as Parker makes his way from Ohio to Texas to New Orleans before reaching his final destination. After being double-crossed by his partners (including Michael Chiklis and Wendell Pierce) on a daring robbery of the Ohio State Fair, Parker seeks revenge by tailing them to their next job: hitting the auction of some major jewels that belonged to a late society maven. Jennifer Lopez co-stars as the struggling Palm Beach real estate agent who learns too much and wants a piece of the action, but playing weak and girlish isn’t exactly her strong suit.

RATED: R for strong violence, language throughout and brief sexual content/nudity.

RUNNING TIME: 118 minutes.

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“Identity Thief”

“Side Effects”

If this is indeed Steven Soderbergh’s final film, as he’s said it will be after toying with the notion of retirement for a couple of years now, then intriguingly it feels like he’s coming full circle in some ways to the film that put him on the map: the trailblazing, 1989 indie “sex, lies and videotape.” Both are lurid genre exercises, laid bare. Both focus on the intertwined lives of four central figures, including a scene in which one of the men interviews one of the women on video, hoping to unearth a hidden truth. Both movies are about danger, secrets and manipulation, filled with characters who aren’t what they initially seem, all of which Soderbergh depicts with his typically cool detachment. Twists and double crosses occur and schemes are revealed as layer upon layer of Scott Z. Burns’ clever script gets peeled away. Yet Soderbergh approaches such dramatic events with the same chilly tone that has marked so much of his work, even as the developments grow more than a little implausible. Rooney Mara is chilling as a troubled Manhattan woman who starts taking a new drug at the urging of her psychiatrist (Jude Law). Bad things happen. Channing Tatum and Catherine Zeta-Jones costar.

R AT E D : R f o r s e x u a l i t y, n u d i t y, v i o l e n c e a n d language.

RUNNING TIME: 106 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

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“Beautiful Creatures”

The genders have been reversed but the supernatural, starcrossed teen angst remains firmly intact in this drama that clearly aims to pick up where the “Twilight” franchise left off.

Writer-director Richard LaGravenese’s film, based on the first novel in the young adult series by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl, oozes Southern Gothic eccentricity and some amusing if inconsistent touches of camp. But a strong cast of likable and, yes, beautiful actors can only do so much with the formula in which they’re forced to work. And, like the “Twilight” movies, the special effects are all too often distractingly cheesy.

The setup breathes some new life into such familiar material, though, as co-stars Alden Ehrenreich and Alice Englert feel like actual awkward teens enjoying the fraught thrills of first love. Once the plot machinations start grinding in the second half, though, “Beautiful Creatures” as a whole grinds to a halt.

Spells and scenery-chewing can be a hoot; watching other people sitting around scouring ancient tomes for clues, not so much. Ehrenreich plays a restless teen in small-town South Carolina who’s smitten by Englert’s mysterious new girl. Turns out she’s a witch — and she’s probably doomed — but could true love with a mortal save her? Emma Thompson, Emmy Rossum and Viola Davis co-star.

RATED: PG-13 for violence, scary images and some sexual material.

RUNNING TIME: 123 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Two stars out of four.

“A Good Day to Die Hard”

It’s supposed to be a parody of itself, right? That’s the only way to explain this ridiculously over-the-top, repetitively numbing fifth film in the “Die Hard” franchise.

John McClane used to be a cowboy. Now, he’s a cartoon character — specifically, Wile E. Coyote, given how many times he should be seriously injured and/or killed in this movie. The most he suffers is a scratch here and there, and then he’s ready to pop back up again with a bemused twinkle in his eye and a wry quip. Part of the charm of this career-defining Bruce Willis’ character was the regularguy, Reagan-era resourcefulness he represented; now, he’s weirdly superhuman. But as charismatic as Willis ordinarily is, even he can’t fool us into thinking he’s enjoying himself this time. “A Good Day to Die Hard” is pointless and joyless, a barrage of noise and chaos, an onslaught of destruction without the slightest mention of consequence. Director John Moore mistakes shakycam and dizzying zooms for artistic finesse in his action sequences. But the most obnoxious element of all may be the father-son feel-goodery that occurs in the midst of all this madness. You see, Willis’ unstoppable New York cop has traveled to Moscow to track down his bitter, estranged son, Jack (Jai Courtney), whom he believes to be in criminal trouble. Jack is actually a spy working undercover to protect a government whistleblower (Sebastian Koch), and dad has arrived just in time to ruin his mission. Now they must work together — and bond.

RATED: R for violence and language.

RUNNING TIME: 97 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One star out of four.

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Associated Press

This film image released by Freestyle Releasing shows John Hawkes in a scene from "The Playroom."

"The Playroom" shines from child's perspective

By FRANK SCHECK The Hollywood Reporter LOS ANGELES (AP) — A rare example of a grown-up story compellingly told from the perspective of children, “The Playroom” is a modest gem. This ‘70s-set drama depicting one tumultuous night in a suburban family’s lives benefits from the admirably subtle approach by director Julia Dyer, working from a sensitive screenplay penned by her late sister Gretchen, with their brother Stephen serving as one of the producers. Unlike the dysfunctional one depicted onscreen, this family unit works together perfectly.

The title refers to where the Cantwell

children — teenage Maggie (Olivia Harris) and younger siblings Christian (Jonathon McClendon), Janie (Alexandra Doke) and Sam (Ian Veteto) — gather to tell each other stories by candlelight.

When their parents return home one night, it soon becomes apparent that the family dynamics are frayed, with the mother Donna (Molly Parker) clearly a heavy drinker and father Martin (John Hawkes) affectionate but distracted. Still, everything seems normal enough, with Martin even conducting an impromptu spelling bee during dinner.

It isn’t until the arrival of another couple (Jonathan Brooks, Lydia Mackay) for a night of cards and drinks that things begin to unravel,

with Maggie catching her mother passionately kissing the family friend and the evening devolving into loud drunken arguments and a physical altercation.

These events are mostly fleetingly observed through the eyes of the children, who are otherwise preoccupying themselves with games and horseplay, including Christian accidentally falling off the roof into the pool, an event his oblivious parents fail to notice.

The film beautifully captures both the innocent bafflement of the younger children about the adults’ behavior and the cynical teenage perspective of Maggie, who has just lost her virginity that day.

There are a couple of too-clever ironic

touches. The film is set on the day of Patty Hearst’s capture, with Maggie obviously relating to the fugitive heiress. And when she has sex with her boyfriend in the family garage, there’s a cut to a shot of one of the children threading a needle.

But these are small quibbles about an otherwise quietly moving and well-wrought drama marked by superb performances, including newcomer Harris in her screen acting debut. And it’s a pleasure, especially after his recent standout turns in “Winter’s Bone” and “Martha Marcy May Marlene,” to watch Hawkes solidly deliver the goods in a non-villainous role (as he also did in “The Sessions” this past fall).

"Side Effects" a true February thriller

By ROBERT GRUBAUGH For The Edge About two weeks ago now I was treated to an advance screening of director Steven Soderbergh's new thriller, "Side Effects." I felt privileged, of course, but never more than at the end of the feature when there were no closing credits attached to the movie BECAUSE THEY WEREN'T FINISHED. That was pretty special. Better yet, the film itself was quite good and I highly recommend it, especially since it's supposed to be Soderbergh's final show before he retires from filmmaking. I was a little misled by the ads, though.

Rooney Mara and Channing Tatum were all over the promos, but this is a movie that stars Jude Law in

nearly every scene and he does some great work as a harried psychiatrist battling a touchy legal situation.

When Martin Taylor (Tatum) is released from a lengthy prison sentence for insider trading, his mother (Ann Dowd) couldn't be happier about it. The same can't be said for Martin's wife, Emily (Rooney Mara, a girl this time without a dragon tattoo). During Martin's stretch in the pokey, she's fallen onto some hard times with her depression, often struggling to find the energy to get out of bed or go to work. His joyous homecoming, which sees him acclimating back into the world of the free by spinning his next business deal over drinks and sex, is spoiled by her aloofness and despair. When Emily suddenly

crashes her car, a suicidal plea for help, she finds herself under the care of Dr. Jonathan Banks (Law), a caring physician in private practice in New York. Dr. Banks does all the stalwart, caring things a doctor would do for his patient, including following up with her former caregiver, the icy Dr. Victoria Siebert (Catherine Zeta-Jones). Through her previous work with Emily, Dr. Bank's test program with a new medication, and Emily's sudden willingness to heal her longgestating pain, Ablixa is prescribed for the tiny, sad woman.

Ablixa is fictional, but it comes with all the promises, trappings, and associated side effects that any other commercially marketed product would. At first, Emily is relieved from her pressure.

She goes out. She has fun. She is herself again. But then the sleepwalking starts. In her case, it's actually "sleep cooking" as she nightly goes through the motions of preparing an elegant dinner party for no one. This movie is a total thriller in the sense that each act of violence occurs with plenty of foreshadowing and still enough shock that you react. I know for a fact that I made an audible squeal of some type when Emily, out from under her own power, commits a grisly murder.

All of this sets into motion a series of rather predictable actions with first responders, detectives, lobbyists, and finger-pointing.

Dr. Banks, again the real focus of this picture, takes the brunt of the scrutiny for his act in prescribing

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the medication that is soon blamed for the action. Emily is sentenced to further testing and in-patient treatment, rather than a jail sentence, and she slips back into the darkeyed, bleak hole that was the source of her trouble in the first place.

The movie takes at least two fairly serious twists after this point and I can't reveal them here. Let's just say the good Dr. Banks is great at looking out for his professional reputation and stops at nothing to unravel the truth behind the murder, his treatment protocols, and a whole stack of professionals lined up against him. It was unbelievable.

"Side Effects" runs 121 minutes and is rated R for sexuality, nudity, violence, and language. I give this film four stars out of four.

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The Arts Artistic adventures STAGES announces new season STAGES ST. LOUIS proudly announces its 27th season! The season opens with the touching and true story of Country music legend Patsy Cline and her friendship with Texas housewife Louise Seger in the musical Always… Patsy Cline (May 31 - June 30). Next up, STAGES goes pink with the Broadway hit about a sorority girl determined to prove everyone wrong, including herself in Legally Blonde, The Musical (July 19 - August 18). The season concludes with one of the great literary classics in the grand musical theatre tradition, Lerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady (September 6 - October 6). The three main stage shows will play at The Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood. In addition, the 2013 season Theatre for Young Audiences production, Disney’s Cinderella, will run June 19 – June 30 at the Skip Viragh Center for the Arts at Chaminade College Preparatory School in St. Louis. “The 2013 Season is all about women who made powerful choices in their lives,” explains Executive Producer Jack Lane. “These driven and intelligent women, both fictional and real, beat the odds to carve out meaningful and vital lives.

Presenting this fabulous four to the St. Louis community will be a great honor in 2013.”

Always... Patsy Cline May 31 - June 30 The touching and true story of Country music legend Patsy Cline and her friendship with Texas housewife Louise Seger comes to life in the musical Always... Patsy Cline. Told through the heartfelt and hilarious memories of Louise, this endearing tale focuses on the fateful evening at Houston's Esquire Ballroom when Louise hears of Patsy's untimely passing at age thirty. Combining down home country humor, unbridled heartache and 27 of Patsy Cline's unforgettable hits such as "Crazy," "Walking After Midnight," and "Sweet Dreams," Always... Patsy Cline endures as a piece of genuine Americana.

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by Ted Swindley; Based on a true story; Featuring the music of Patsy Cline.

Legally Blonde, The Musical July 19 - August 18 Omigod, you guys, look who's coming to STAGES! It's Elle Woods, that sassy blonde we all know and love from the popular romantic comedy, Legally Blonde. Sorority sister Elle thinks she has her future all tied up with a nice, little pink ribbon, until her boyfriend suddenly dumps her for someone more "serious." But don't break out the

tissues just yet! This is one girl who doesn't take "no" for an answer as she sets out to prove that being true to yourself and going after "what you want" never goes out of style.

Positively the perfect evening of fun, romance and everything pink!

Music and Lyrics by Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe; Book by Heather Hach; Based on the novel

by Amanda Brown and the MetroGoldwyn-Mayer motion picture.

My Fair Lady September 6 – October 6 One of the great literary classics in the grand musical theatre tradition, My Fair Lady radiates a charm and sophistication unlike any other. The thrilling transformation of a lowly flower girl in Victorian London into a ravishing upper class lady has moved audiences for over fifty years. This show is the gold standard by which all others are measured, reigning as a triumphant American masterpiece. With joyous show-stoppers and gorgeous ballads such as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “On the Street Where You Live,” and “Get Me to the Church on Time,” Lerner and Loewe’s score couldn’t be closer to pure perfection.

You’ll “grow accustomed” to this “loverly” classic as “your heart takes flight” in My Fair Lady!

Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner; Music by Frederick Loewe; Adapted from George Bernard Shaw's Play and Gabriel Pascal's motion picture “Pygmalion.”

Disney’s Cinderella – Theatre for Young Audiences June 19 – June 30 The treasured Disney retelling of everyone’s favorite fairy tale comes to glorious life in this delightful stage adaptation. Endlessly mistreated by her wicked stepmother, Cinderella is denied a chance to go to the Royal Ball. But with a sprinkle of magic from her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella meets her Prince, falls in love, and lives happily ever after!

With an enchanting score including "A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes" and the magical "BibbidiBobbidi-Boo," Disney’s Cinderella will charm its way into your heart, and once again remind you that dreams really do come true.

Music and Lyrics by Mack David, Al Hoffman and Jerry Livingston; Book adapted and additional lyrics

by Marcy Heisler; Music adapted and arranged by Bryan Louiselle; Based on the screenplay by Ken Anderson and Homer Brightman.

Performances at the Skip Viragh Center for the Arts at Chaminade College Preparatory School.

Subscriptions to the 27th Season begin at just $99 and go on sale November 26, 2012. Single tickets will go on sale April 8, 2013. Single ticket prices range from $20 - $55.

STAGES performs in the intimate,

376-seat Robert G. Reim Theatre at the Kirkwood Civic Center, 111 South Geyer Road in St. Louis, MO. For more information or to purchase tickets call 314-821-2407 or visit www.stagesstlouis.org.

Each mainstage production will run for a total of five weeks with matinee and evening performances Tuesdays through Sundays. The Theatre for Young Audiences will

performances, a budget of $50,000, and an audience of 3,000. Today STAGES boasts of 25 full-time staff members (with a seasonal company of 175), 124 performances each season, a budget of $3.7 million, and a loyal audience of over 47,000.

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Friday 6:00 PM , 8:45 PM

The Arts Arts calendar **If you would like to add something to our arts calendar, email it to theedge@edwpub.net.

Thursday, Feb 21 C a r m i n a B u r a n a , To u h i l l Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Distracted, Dunham Hall Theater, SIUE, 7:30 p.m.

The Black Rep presents The Mountaintop, Grandel Theatre, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m.

Jeremy Deller: Joy in People Exhibit, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

DDD&G, Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

D a Vi n c i M a c h i n e s I I : T h e Australian Exhibition, Bank of America Plaza Building, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through May 31.

Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

The Rep presents Sense and Sensibility, Loretto-Hilton Center Browning Mainstage, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Friday, Feb 22 The Rep presents Sense and Sensibility, Loretto-Hilton Center Browning Mainstage, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

C a r m i n a B u r a n a , To u h i l l Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Distracted, Dunham Hall Theater, SIUE, 7:30 p.m.

The Black Rep presents The Mountaintop, Grandel Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Basile: Greek Comedy presented by the Center for International Studies, Touhill Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Jeremy Deller: Joy in People Exhibit, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

DDD&G, Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

New Media Series–William E. Jones: Killed, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

Opening Reception: PaperWork In, On, and Of Paper VI, Foundry Art Centre, St. Charles, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

Edward Curtis: Visions of Native

America, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through June 16.

D a Vi n c i M a c h i n e s I I : T h e Australian Exhibition, Bank of America Plaza Building, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through May 31.

Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

WÇ’men (ćˆ‘äťŹ): Contemporary Chinese Art, Kemper Art Museum - Teaching Gallery, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Runs through May 26.

Saturday, Feb 23 Jeremy Deller: Joy in People Exhibit, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

DDD&G, Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

New Media Series–William E. Jones: Killed, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

PaperWork In, On, and Of Paper VI, Foundry Art Centre, St. Charles, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

Edward Curtis: Visions of Native America, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs through June 16.

The Progress of Love, Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs through April 20.

D a Vi n c i M a c h i n e s I I : T h e Australian Exhibition, Bank of America Plaza Building, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through May 31.

Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

The Rep presents Sense and Sensibility, Loretto-Hilton Center Browning Mainstage, St. Louis, 5:00 p.m.

C a r m i n a B u r a n a , To u h i l l Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Distracted, Dunham Hall Theater, SIUE, 7:30 p.m.

The Black Rep presents The Mountaintop, Grandel Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Runs through April 28.

New Media Series–William E. Jones: Killed, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

PaperWork In, On, and Of Paper VI, Foundry Art Centre, St. Charles, Noon to 4:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

Edward Curtis: Visions of Native America, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs through June 16.

DaVinci Machines II: The Australian Exhibition, Bank of America Plaza Building, St. Louis, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through May 31.

Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

The Rep presents Sense and Sensibility, Loretto-Hilton Center Browning Mainstage, St. Louis, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

C a r m i n a B u r a n a , To u h i l l Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 2:00 p.m.

Distracted, Dunham Hall Theater, SIUE, 2:00 p.m.

The Black Rep presents The Mountaintop, Grandel Theatre, St. Louis, 2:00 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 25 Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

Tuesday, Feb. 26 D a Vi n c i M a c h i n e s I I : T h e Australian Exhibition, Bank of

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Jeremy Deller: Joy in People Exhibit, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

DDD&G, Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

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Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

The Progress of Love, Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs through April 20.

The Rep presents Sense and Sensibility, Loretto-Hilton Center Browning Mainstage, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 28 C a r m i n a B u r a n a , To u h i l l Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

The Black Rep presents The Mountaintop, Grandel Theatre, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m.

Jeremy Deller: Joy in People Exhibit, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

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D a Vi n c i M a c h i n e s I I : T h e Australian Exhibition, Bank of America Plaza Building, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through May 31.

Georges Braque and the Cubist Still Life, 1928 - 1945, Kemper Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Runs through April 21.

The Rep presents Sense and Sensibility, Loretto-Hilton Center Browning Mainstage, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

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C a r m i n a B u r a n a , To u h i l l Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

The Black Rep presents The Mountaintop, Grandel Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Basile: Greek Comedy presented by the Center for International Studies, Touhill Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Jeremy Deller: Joy in People Exhibit, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

DDD&G, Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Runs through March 22.

New Media Series–William E. Jones: Killed, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs through April 28.

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The Arts Artistic adventures Art Museum announces dates for opening of East Building The Board of Commissioners of the Saint Louis Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening dates for its new East Building, designed by renowned British architect Sir David Chipperfield. A free, two-day public festival June 29-30, 2013 will invite the entire community to celebrate the completion of this landmark project.

“St. Louisans can look at this accomplishment with pride,” said J. Patrick Mulcahy, President of the Board of Commissioners. “Each of us has taken a role in securing the Saint Louis Art Museum’s place among the great art museums of the world.”

The 200,000-square-foot East Building has been sited to the east and south of the Museum’s Main Building, designed in the Beaux Arts style by architect Cass Gilbert and completed for the city’s 1904 World’s Fair. Chipperfield’s design for the new East Building features a dramatic dark, polished concrete façade incorporating Missouri river aggregates, and new galleries and public spaces with skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows that invite and provide views from both inside and outside.

“The expansion project is transformational. Every area of our collection is benefitting from additional gallery space,” said Museum Director Brent R. Benjamin.

“The new building will enable a dramatically expanded presentation of the great strengths of the collection, including works of art that have rarely, and in some cases never been on public view.”

In addition to providing a 30% increase in the Museum’s gallery and public spaces, the design more than doubles the Museum’s previous parking capacity and includes a 100-seat destination

restaurant with sweeping views of Forest Park. The project has also allowed extensive improvements to the South Building’s education spaces and auditorium. The $162 million project was made possible by the largest capital campaign for a cultural institution in St. Louis history.

“The success of this project is the result of St. Louisans stepping forward to support their Art Museum and its future,” said John Weil, Chair of the Campaign Steering Committee and President of the Board of Commissioners (20082011).

Details on the two-day celebration as well as events leading up to the opening are being developed; for more information visit slam.org/ expansion.

COCA anounces schedule COCA, the Center of Creative Arts, has scheduled the following events.

Feb 23-24 COCA Family Theatre Series The Gruffalo Mouse embarks on an adventurous journey through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the awardwinning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Mouse can scare hungry animals away with tall stories of the “terrifying” Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined?

Following sellout performances at the Scottish International Children’s Festival, Warsaw’s English Theatre and Broadway’s New Victory Theater, the U.K.’s Tall Stories tours the world with this monster of a show filled with songs, laughs and scary fun. Saturday at 2:00pm and 5:00pm, Sunday at 1:30pm and 3:30pm at COCA, 524 Trinity Ave. St. Louis, MO. Presented by PNC Arts Alive. Tickets on sale beginning August

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Friday, from 3:00-5:00pm at COCA, 524 Trinity Ave., St. Louis, MO.. $$ Register at www.cocastl.org or call 314.725.6555.

March 3 First Sundays Open Studio Children (3+) explore collage, book art, watercolor and paper maché under the guidance of COCA’s visual arts instructors. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. First Sundays of the month from 1:00-3:00pm at COCA, 524 Trinity Ave., St. Louis, MO. $8.

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Trinity Ave., St. Louis, MO www. cocastl.org March 23-24 COCA Family Theatre Series The Passing Zone: Gravity Attacks!

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Sheldon to present Boccia's early works The Sheldon Art Galleries presents, Edward Boccia: Early Work, February 22 – May 18, 2013.

Gallery hours are Tuesdays, Noon – 8 p.m.; Wednesdays - Fridays, Noon – 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.

– 2 p.m. and one hour prior to Sheldon performances and during intermission. Admission is free. For more information on exhibitions, visit the galleries’ website at thesheldon.org/galleries.asp. The exhibition is made possible in part

by Christine Casten.

The exhibition was put together in memory of Edward Boccia, who passed away in September of 2012. Drawn from the estate of the artist, it features 40 drawings and paintings made by Boccia between 1941 and 1969. Known for his large diptychs, triptychs and polyptychs, Boccia infused his canvases with mythological and Christian imagery. His paintings exhibit an affinity to works by Max Beckmann and other German Expressionist and Fauve painters.

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Pure Prairie League in a previous performance at the Wildey.

Pure Prairie League – one more time

By MATT WINTE Of The Edge

Country-rock band first to take stage for Wildey's reopening

Pure Prairie League first played the Wildey Theatre three years ago when the theatre celebrated its grand reopening.

They came back the next year and had a great time and were well received by area fans. They are continuing their relationship with Edwardsville and the Wildey with a show scheduled for April.

“It’s a beautifully remodeled theatre. The people who did the work there and the people who run the place, it's just a first class operation. We’re thrilled to be a part of it and to come back again,” said Mike Reilly, bass player and lead singer of Pure Prairie League.

Pure Prairie League was formed 44 years ago in southern Ohio by “a bunch of high school guys playing rock and roll.”

They immediately began writing songs and in 1971 they recorded their first record with 11 more to follow.

“This is our 44th year so either we're doing something right or we're too stupid to know when to quit,” said Reilly jokingly.

In 44 years a lot has changed for the band including the members, the music industry and even the way they travel to shows. But for Reilly, he still loves every minute of it.

“As the Grateful Dead said, 'It's been a long strange trip,’ but it’s a great experience.”

The band’s sound has been described as country rock and was formed from the many types of music that the members listened to in their youth.

“That’s what they called it when they couldn’t figure out what else to call it in the early ‘70s. We were a bunch of hillbillies playing rock and roll and country music and that is sort of how that term was coined, because it was a fusion of rock and roll and country.”

According to Reilly they found their sound by bringing together everything they listened to in their youth. The Beatles and other pop music, the blues, James Brown, Lonnie Mack, and The Music Machine are just some of their influences.

“We just started doing it the way we knew and went on from there,” said Reilly. “What they call country (now) to me barely

seems like country at all. All of the popular country stuff is pop music.”

When the band first got together and began touring they would do 275 shows a year. That has been cut back to 40 or 50 shows a year but the shows that they do are much tighter and they are able to bring more to each show.

The older the band members get, the more wear and tear it puts on them doing shows and having time to recover and perform the best shows they can, said Reilly.

“I don’t want to play five or six shows a week because you start to lose your edge because you're doing so much traveling,” said Reilly. “These days we go out for a weekend and we just kick serious butt, then go home and rest. That’s what happens when you get old.”

What makes it all worth it for them is the fans. They know all their songs and sing along and it takes them back to their younger days.

“To be a part of the sound track of someone’s life. For us, that is extremely gratifying and it validates everything we do and makes the hard work and the touring worth it for us.”

Coming to the St. Louis area and playing at the Wildey has become one of the shows that Reilly looks forward to.

“It’s been terrific. When they did the grand reopening two years ago we sold out two nights. It was a totally first class event. Then last year when we came back it was the same folks and a lot of the people who came to the first show came back last year and there were a lot of new folks and once again we're expecting to see some familiar faces in April and also some new folks.”

The band's history in the area goes back much further to their younger days playing at the Mississippi River Festival.

“The St. Louis area is one of our strongholds,” said Reilly.

“We played those Mississippi River Festivals at SIUE for years and years. They were like mini Woodstocks. It got to the point where they were so big it was just unbelievable, I’m mean I got to see The Who there. We really enjoyed playing the

Mississippi River fests. It was beautiful, right there by the river.

The campus was great, the people were unbelievable.”

It’s not just the show at the Wildey Reilly is looking forward to but coming back to Edwardsville and visiting some of their favorite restaurants and hangouts, seeing friends they have made from playing shows in previous years.

“Edwardsville has done a beautiful job of maintaining the integrity of a small town, yet being very cosmopolitan. Look at the downtown area. It’s beautiful. There are still small shops and there’s still a way of life there that existed 40 years ago that still exists there today.”

Tickets are available for purchase for the April 5 show and this is a great opportunity to see the Pure Prairie League again or for the first time.

The band, which in the past has been a five piece, lost their lead singer and rhythm guitar player Greg Fuller. But what is left is leaner and meaner and brings a whole new dynamic to the songs.

“Well they are gonna hear everything they want to hear, maybe in a bit of different light in view of the four piece band.

I think they’re going to get their butts kicked and say, ‘These old geezers can still really throw it down,'” said Reilly.

The band’s current line up features John David Call on pedal steel guitar, Donnie Lee Clark on vocals and guitar, Scott Thompson on drums and Reilly on bass guitar and vocals.

Katie Grable, program coordinator for the Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Department, is excited to see the band return and expects another good show.

“They're a great group of guys to work with and we're looking forward to having them back to play the Wildey,” said Grable.

The concert is scheduled for 8 p.m. on April 5 at the Wildey Theatre. Tickets may be purchased by visiting the www.wildeytheatre.com or by calling 307-1750 or visiting the Parks and Recreation office Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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he St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s 2013-14 season will offer listeners a variety of contrasting works, highlighting a wide range of musical styles and genres both old and new.

The season runs from Sept. 20, 2013 through May 11, 2014.

Music Director David Robertson will return for a ninth year to lead the SLSO in its 134th season. His contract with the orchestra has been extended through 2016.

“Our new season explores the amazing range of emotions and feelings that music evokes,” said Music Director David Robertson, in a news release. “We can be carried away by incredible passion and energy or transported to a realm of indescribable peace and calm, often while listening to the same composition. We imagined a season of these contrasts by linking works, time periods and themes in unusual ways that will show the amazing range and expressive power of the St. Louis Symphony.”

St. Louis Symphony President & CEO Fred Bronstein stated in the release that the upcoming 2013-14 season: “with its broad range of musical styles and artists throughout all of our series, defines what the St. Louis Symphony means today: a pinnacle of musical excellence where there is something for everyone to relate to, to be thrilled by, and to love.”

The current season has been one of major highs for the orchestra with a critically-acclaimed tour of Europe, regular Carnegie Hall engagements and an increase in both ticket revenues and attendance. That momentum continues into next season with exciting new performances, special appearances by guest artists and conductors and new recordings.

Coming up on Nov. 16, the orchestra will celebrate the 100th birthday of composer Benjamin Britten this year with a performance of his haunting opera “Peter Grimes” at Powell Hall. The orchestra will follow this up with a second performance on Nov. 22 at Carnegie Hall. Tenor Anthony Dean Griffey and soprano Susanna Phillips will also perform.

The orchestra will also record two performances in October of composer John Adams’ concerto for saxophone with Nonesuch Records for future release. The orchestra previously collaborated

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with Nonesuch in 2009 with its recording of Adam’s acclaimed “Dr. Atomic.”

Cellist Yo-Yo Ma returns for the 5th Annual Red Velvet Ball on Oct. 19 at Powell Hall. Proceeds from the gala will benefit the symphony.

Other 2013-2014 season highlights include: Music Director David Robertson will be at the podium Opening Weekend conducting Ives’ multilayered “Three Places in New England” and Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait.” Soloist Kirill Gerstein joins the St. Louis Symphony to perform Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1.

Orchestral favorites include works such as Verdi’s Requiem, Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio,”

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Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake,” Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2 and Orff’s “Carmina burana.”

In January 2014, the St. Louis Symphony begins a month-long

Winter Beethoven Festival. Some of the composer’s best-known works (Symphony No. 7, Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor,” Symphony No. 3, “Eroica,” and Symphony No. 5) will be paired with contrasting modern masterpieces by composers from around the globe.

Soloists will perform with the St. Louis Symphony throughout the entire season, from violin virtuoso Joshua Bell and acclaimed pianists Jon Kimura Parker and Lars Vogt, to favorite vocalists Christine Brewer, Nicholas Phan, Susanna Phillips and Karita Mattila.

Ten living composers are featured throughout the 2013-2014 season, including the St. Louis co-commission and premiere of Adams’ concerto for saxophone, Brett Dean’s Viola Concerto (performed by the composer and conducted by David Robertson) and Marc-André Dalbalvie’s “La Source d’un regard.”

The orchestra will perform contemporary works from two composers who have been part of the Mizzou New Music Initiative, 2012 International Composers Festival, sponsored by the Sinquefield Charitable Foundation: Patrick Harlin’s “Rapture” and Stephanie Berg’s “Ravish and Mayhem.” Both Harlin and Berg were resident composers at the International Composers Festival, and Berg was awarded the Sinquefield Prize, which goes to University of Missouri-Columbia students.

“Live at Powell Hall,” will feature another season with big shows and big names. Singer/ musician Ben Folds returns after a sold-out performance with the St. Louis Symphony in 2011. The

orchestra will also perform the live movie scores for Disney’s classic “Fantasia,” and the beloved film classic “Casablanca” on Valentine’s weekend 2014.

Holiday Concerts will include Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio,” “Too Hot to Handel: A Gospel Messiah,” “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas,” Holiday Celebration concerts, the Music of John Williams, and the New Year’s Eve concert, conducted by David Robertson.

Several St. Louis Symphony Featured Musicians will solo during the season, including: Concertmaster David Halen and Principal Cello Daniel Lee (Brahms Double Concerto, Feb. 7-9, 2014), Associate Principal Second Violin Kristin Ahlstrom, Associate Principal Cello Melissa Brooks, Acting Co-Principal Oboe Philip Ross and Associate Principal Bassoon Andrew Gott (Haydn’s Sinfonia concertante, Feb. 21-23, 2014) Other musicians and conductors will include violist Brett Dean, saxophonist Tim McAllister, violinists Adele Anthony and Stefan Jackiw, and conductors Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Juanjo Mena and Carlos Izcaray.

“Pulitzer Series Concerts” will continue during the 2013-2014 season, exploring and celebrating the fusion between art and music in a series of performances programmed to complement exhibitions at the Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts. These concerts take place at the Pulitzer and will be announced at a future date.

To view the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s 2013-14 schedule in full or to book tickets, visit www. slso.org.

Above, the interior of Powell Hall. Photo by Dan Dreyfus. At left, Saint Louis Symphony Music Director David Robertson. Photo by Scott Ferguson.

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Thursday, Feb 21 Outbreak, 6:00 p.m./ Twelve Monkeys, 8:30 p.m., The Wildey Theatre, Edwardsville The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

G-Eazy- Must Be Nice Tour w/Skizzy Mars & Mvstermind, Old Rock House, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Radio Star, Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton, 7:00 p.m.

Carmina Burana, Touhill, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

The World We Knew, Aegaeon, Dark Sermon w/THE ARCANE HORROR, sweet intoxication, Battalion, Fubar, St. Louis, Doors 5:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb 22 Theo Peoples, Lumiere Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

DJ Stan Da Man w/Jonezy, Overland Terrace, Hearskra-z, Plush St. Louis, St. Louis, Doors 8:30 p.m.

Brazil, The Wildey Theatre, Edwardsville, 8:45 p.m.

The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Lift Every Voice, Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

Celebration Day: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Jake Miller w/ Marc goone, Cato, Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 6:00 p.m.

Millenium, Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton, 8:00 p.m.

Carmina Burana, Touhill, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Inimical Drive w/Hung LIke A Martyr, EvenBeforeMachines, Janes Reel, & The 45, Pop's, Sauget, 7:00 p.m.

Brothers Lazaroff, Jump Starts, Cicero's, University City, Doors 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, Feb 23 Paul Brown & The Killing Devils, Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Big George Brock and the New House Rockers, Plush St. Louis, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

Willie Akins/Montez Coleman Group, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Chris Botti, Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

Celebration Day: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Dots Not Feathers, Palace w/ Union Tree Review, Wildeyed, Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

Nashville Pussy w/The Brody Buster Band, Old Rock House, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Hoosier Daddy's, 3:00 p.m./ Millenium, 8:00 p.m., Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton

Carmina Burana, Touhill, St. Louis, 8;00 p.m.

Meshuggah w/Animals As Leaders, Intronaut, Pop's, Sauget, 7:00 p.m.

Clockwork, Steve Ewing, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, Feb 24 Diz Strohman Big Band, Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, Edwardsville, 3:00 p.m.

The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Winter Jam 2013, Scottrade Center, St. Louis, 6:00 p.m.

One More Round Presents Outlaw & Icon: An Evening of Johnny Cash, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 6:00 p.m.

Hoosier Daddy's, 2:00 p.m./ Ultraviolets, 7:00 p.m., Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton Carmina Burana, Touhill, St. Louis, 2:00 p.m. (hed) p.e. w/Midwest Avengers, Terror Troopaz, Pop's, Sauget, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb 26 The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

105.7 The Point 20th Anniversary Show Feat.

Passion Pit, The Peabody, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

Menomena, Guards, Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

Grateful Dead Tribute: The Schwag, Old Rock House, St. Louis, Doors 9:00 p.m.

Jack Nations w/All My Vices, Bowtie Trio,

Plush St. Louis, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb 27 Kurt Elling, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Cas Haley, The Driftaways, Matthew Green, Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:30 p.m.

Scott and Karl, Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton, 6:00 p.m.

Blue Fruit Snacks w/ClusterPluck, Plush St. Louis, St. Louis, Doors 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb 28 Kurt Elling, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

The Book of Mormon, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.

Dibiase, Electric Hawk, Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 8:30 p.m.

Honey Island Swamp Band & Jimmy Thackery, Old Rock House, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

American Idle, Fast Eddie's Bon Air, Alton, 7:00 p.m.

Paco Pena Flamenco Vivo!, Touhill, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, March 1 Les Gruff and the Billy Goat w/Langen Neubacher and the Defeated County, Le' Ponds, Plush St. Louis, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

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Music Tuning in Sheldon Gala 2013 to feature Bobby McFerrin The Sheldon Gala 2013 featuring Bobby McFerrin “SpiritYouAll” on Thursday, April 25, at 8:15 p.m. at the Sheldon Concert Hall.

Gala tickets are on sale now, starting at $500 and include preconcert dinner, preferred concert seating, complimentary valet parking and a tax deduction. Call The Sheldon at 314-533-9900.

Single tickets go on sale March 13 at 10 a.m. Tickets are $50 orchestra/$45 balcony and are available beginning March 13 through MetroTix at 314.534.1111 or online at www.TheSheldon.org. For more information, call The Sheldon during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Best known for his international hit song, “Don't Worry, Be Happy,” 10-time Grammy-winner McFerrin is one of today’s most prolific and eclectic performers. Earning acclaim for his stunning rendition of the Bach prelude “Ave Maria,” his unparalleled interpretations of Beatles songs, and collaborations with everyone from cellist YoYo Ma to pianist Chick Corea and comedian Robin Williams, McFerrin draws on all genres, refusing to fit into any one musical category.

He has conducted the Vienna Philharmonic, performed with the St. Louis Symphony and consorted with the Muppets on Sesame Street, never failing to impress with his diversity and range. Drawing on all genres, demonstrating matchless improvisational skills and an ability to create new vocabularies on the fly, his music is always accessible and inviting.

McFerrin’s 2013 Gala performance will be a “homecoming” for the artist, whose father, the great opera singer Robert McFerrin, Sr., the first African-American male singer to perform at the Met in New York City, lived in St. Louis for many years and performed several times at The Sheldon, once with Bobby and his sister Brenda in a special benefit concert appearance in 1987.

With his new project, SpiritYouAll, McFerrin pays homage to his father and the generations of Americans who sang of shared joy and pain through the songs commonly known as Negro Spirituals.

Scooby-Doo is coming to St. Charles The Family Arena in St. Charles will present SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES at 1 p.m. on April 20.

The much-loved Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. Gang take center stage in an all-new family musical, SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES. Featuring everyone's favorite characters from one of television's longest-running animated series, SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES will thrill audiences.

In this exciting new production, Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. Gang have been called upon to help solve an epic mystery. A troublemaking ghost is haunting a local theatre and Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Scooby-Doo are on their way in the Mystery Machine to crack the case. With crazy ghosts, perplexing puzzles, and an abundance of Scooby Snacks, it's Scooby-Doo and friends at their best, travelling across the country,

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solving mysteries wherever they go.SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES features big musical numbers including the evergreen Scooby-Doo theme song, "ScoobyDoo, Where Are You?," alongside original groovy tunes including "Round Every Corner" and "We're Mystery Inc." Filled with wacky new characters and uproarious antics, SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES has young audiences on the edge of their seats in traditional Scooby-Doo fashion from the moment the lights go down.Doors open 45 minutes prior to show time.

Everyone age 2 and older must have a ticket.

If child reached his/her 2nd birthday, a ticket is required. One free child per each paid ticket.

Tickets are available at the Family Arena box office or through MetroTix.

already reached the #1 position atop iTunes all-genre Top Songs chart, will be a special guest on all of the shows on the tour.

The 2013 dates will include eleven stadiums – Detroit’s Ford Field, Dallas’s Cowboys Stadium, Toronto’s Rogers Centre (2 shows), Winnipeg’s Investors Group Field, Vancouver’s BC Place Stadium, Pittsburgh’s Heinz Field, Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field, Foxborough, Mass.’s Gillette Stadium (2 shows) and Chicago’s Soldier Field.

Taylor ’s RED Tour is set to be one of the most-anticipated musical events of 2013, as Taylor ’s live shows are renowned worldwide for bringing her music to life with what Variety has dubbed “supreme spectacle” and Billboard has hailed as an “overwhelming experience… that blended the pacing, the music and the artist's personality in a way that transfixed.” During the course of every show, Taylor plays a variety of instruments and performs her biggest hits and fan favorites from her four Big Machine Records albums.

“I didn’t think I could be any more excited about my RED album, but then I start thinking about how I’m going to put the new show together for The RED Tour,” says Taylor. “I have so many ideas about how to really bring this music to life, and I can’t wait to share the new show with all my fans!”

Swift schedules two shows in St. Louis Six-Time Grammy winner Taylor Swift Returns to Scottrade Center March 18th and 19th.

Tickets available at the box office, all Ticketmaster locations, on-line at Ticketmaster.com or charge by phone at 800-745-3000.

Swift recently announced that she will launch a North American stadium and arena tour in early 2013 in support of her blockbuster new album, RED. On The RED Tour, Taylor is currently slated to headline 62 shows in 45 cities in 29 states and 3 provinces in 2013. The tour will kick-off on March 13 in Omaha, Nebraska and continue through September. Acclaimed singer/ songwriter Ed Sheeran, whose duet with Taylor from her RED album, “Everything Has Changed,” has

Greenville College Choir to begin spring tour The Greenville College Choir is pleased to announce its concert itinerary for the spring 2013 season.

Founded in 1927 by Dr. Robert W. Woods, the Greenville Choir has

attained a widespread reputation for performing sacred choral music of the highest quality.

During the current 86th anniversary year the Greenville College Choir has been invited to perform in St. Louis with the professional early music ensemble known as the Kingsbury Ensemble (April). The choir will also take an extended 10-day spring tour to the South Central United States.

Last year the Choir was invited to perform at the Illinois Music Educators Conference and the American Choral Directors Association’s Central Division Convention. In November 2009 the College Choir performed with the Boston Camerata at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis. In April 2011 the Choir sang with the American Kantorei at Concordia Seminary (St. Louis). The Choir regularly joins with the Greenville Choral Union for concerts of larger choral-orchestral works such as Bach’s Magnificat, Mozart’s Requiem, and the annual Christmas performance of Handel’s Messiah.

The Greenville Choir consists of 45 undergraduate students from various fields of liberal arts study, including the College’s five music degree programs. As the flagship choral ensemble of Greenville College, the choir presents as many as twenty off-campus performances each year as part of its annual tour.

Students’ dedication to the program is consistently made evident by the professional quality of their performances.

Conductor Jeffrey S. Wilson received his Bachelor of Music degree in piano from Augustana College (Rock Island, Illinois). He earned the Master of Music degree in choral music and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in choral

conducting and literature from the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign. Dr. Wilson has served as conductor of the choir since 1996.

The Greenville College Choir ’s 2013 spring concert schedule includes the following performances: Sunday, March 3, 2013 – 11:00 a.m.

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Dining Delights Recipes from the heart, for the heart

By KRISTA WILKINSON-MIDGLEY Of The Edge When the economy dips, one of the first things people cut back on is eating out. While that is bad news for restaurants, it can be great news for you, your family and your waistline.

Whipping up budget-friendly meals at home doesn’t have to mean cooking boring food. Supermarkets these days are full of exotic fruits and vegetables for reasonable prices, tasty spices and marinades and choice cuts of meat.

Plus, when you cook at home you can be sure of exactly what you and your family are eating. The growing obesity epidemic, particularly among children and young people, means we must all pay more attention to the food we eat.

Cooking healthy meals at home is a great way to manage your budget and ensure your family is getting all of the nutrients they need. Simple steps like throwing in a handful of chopped carrots, zucchini and celery into your pasta sauce will help to reduce the risk for heart disease and obesity. Other healthy tips to remember whether you are eating at home or dining out include: choosing whole-grain, high fiber foods; limiting saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol; choosing baked foods over fried, choosing fat-free and low-fat dairy products and preparing foods with little or no salt.

Also make sure to read nutrition labels carefully. You never know what unhealthy ingredients might be lurking!

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Rosemary Chicken with Mediterranean Brown Rice Serves 4 Ingredients 3 ounces chicken and 1/2 cup rice per serving 1/2 cup uncooked instant brown

rice 1/2 0.7-ounce packet Italian salad dressing mix 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 4 ounces each), all visible fat discarded 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic) 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 medium green onions, finely chopped 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves (optional) 1 medium lemon, quartered Directions Prepare the rice using the package directions, omitting the salt and margarine.

Meanwhile, sprinkle the salad dressing mix and rosemary over both sides of the chicken. Using your fingertips, gently press the mixture so it adheres to the chicken.

In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Add the chicken and immediately reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 4 minutes on each side, or until no longer pink in the center. Transfer to a plate.

Increase the heat to medium high.

In the same skillet, stir together the wine, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

Cook for 2 minutes, or until reduced to about 1/4 cup. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Stir the green onions and oregano into the cooked rice. Spoon the rice onto a platter. Arrange the chicken on the rice. Spoon the sauce over the chicken. Squeeze the lemon over the chicken and rice.

Nutrients per Serving: Calories 263; Total Fat 8.5 g; Saturated Fat 1.5 g; Trans Fat 0.0 g; Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0 g; Monounsaturated Fat 5.5 g; Cholesterol 66 mg; Sodium 477 mg; Carbohydrates 13 g; Fiber 1 g; Sugars 2 g; Protein 27 g Dietary Exchanges: 3 lean meat; 1 starch Swiss Chard and Ricotta Manicotti Serves 4; 2 filled shells per serving Ingredients Cooking spray 8 dried manicotti shells Filling 1 bunch Swiss chard (about 8 ounces) 1 teaspoon olive oil

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Above, Swiss chard and ricotta manicotti. Below, spinach-stuffed baked salmon.

1 medium onion, diced 2 medium garlic cloves, minced 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese 1 large egg white 1/4 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper Sauce 3 large Italian plum tomatoes (about 1 pound), cored and cut into wedges 1/4 cup no-salt-added tomato paste 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Directions Lightly spray a 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.

Prepare the pasta using the package directions, omitting the salt and oil. Drain well in a colander, being careful to not tear the shells.

Set aside.

Meanwhile, discard the stems of the chard. Stack several leaves and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices.

Repeat with the remaining leaves.

In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the onion and garlic for 3 minutes, or until soft, stirring occasionally. Stir in the chard. Cook for 3 minutes, or until the chard is wilted and the liquid has evaporated. Transfer to a medium bowl. Let cool slightly. Stir in the remaining filling ingredients.

Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a food processor or blender, process the sauce ingredients for about 20 seconds, or until chunky (do not process until smooth). Pour 1 cup sauce into the baking dish, spreading to cover the bottom.

Gently spoon about 1/4 cup filling into a manicotti shell, being careful to not tear the shell. Transfer to the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining shells. Top with the sauce.

Sprinkle with the mozzarella.

Bake, covered, for 15 minutes.

Uncover and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until heated through.

Cook’s Tip: Take care to not overcook the manicotti shells. To make sure they don’t get too soft and split, start checking them about 2 minutes before the package instructions say they should be ready.

Nutrients per Serving: Calories 324; Total Fat 8.5 g; Saturated Fat 4.0 g; Trans Fat 0.0 g; Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5 g; Monounsaturated Fat 2.5 g; Cholesterol 28 mg; Sodium 606 mg; Carbohydrates 44 g; Fiber 5 g; Sugars 11 g; Protein 19 g Dietary Exchanges: 1 1/2 lean meat; 2 starch; 3 vegetable Spinach-Stuffed Baked Salmon Serves 4 Ingredients 3 ounces fish and 1/2 cup vegetables per serving 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 ounces fresh spinach leaves 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1/4 cup chopped roasted red bell peppers, rinsed and drained if bottled 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts Cooking spray 4 salmon fillets (about 4 ounces each), rinsed and patted dry with paper towels

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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons plain dry bread crumbs 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon pepper Directions In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the spinach and lemon zest for 2 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted, stirring constantly.

Transfer to a medium bowl. Stir in the bell peppers, basil, and walnuts.

Let cool for 5 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Lightly spray the foil with cooking spray.

Cut a lengthwise slit in the side of each fillet to make a pocket for the stuffing. Be careful to not cut through to the other side. With a spoon or your fingers, carefully stuff a scant 1/2 cup spinach mixture into each fillet. Transfer to the baking sheet. With a pastry brush or spoon, spread the mustard over the fish.

In a small bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients. Sprinkle over the fish. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.

Bake for 12 to 13 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork and the filling is warmed through.

Nutrients per Serving: Calories 208; Total Fat 8.5 g; Saturated Fat 1.0 g; Trans Fat 0.0 g; Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5 g; Monounsaturated Fat 2.5 g; Cholesterol 65 mg; Sodium 280 mg; Carbohydrates 6 g; Fiber 1 g; Sugars 1 g; Protein 27 g Dietary Exchanges: 3 lean meat; 1/2 starch This message brought to you

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Dining Delights Vermont moves from cheese to charcuterie WAITSFIELD, Vt. (AP) — Nearly 30 years ago, a handful of enterprising Vermonters realized they could do more with milk than just sell it. And with a little help from the state, they became pioneers in what quickly blossomed into the now behemoth artisanal cheese movement.

Now Vermont officials are exploring a new round of value added agriculture. Because why just raise livestock when instead you could be tapping into the burgeoning world of charcuterie?

“You can buy a pig for $3 a pound. You turn it into cuts and you’ll get $4, $5, $6 a pound. Turn it into bacon and you’re getting $8, maybe $9 a pound. Turn it into cured products, the world’s your oyster,” said Robin Morris, founder of the Mad River Food Hub, an incubator for new food businesses that is adding rooms to help producers dry cure meats such as salamis, prosciuttos and sopressatas.

It’s actually a pretty simple equation.

Produce an agricultural commodity and sell it as a commodity and you get paid commodity prices. It’s a formula that requires high volume

to be successful, by definition difficult for the sorts of small farmers that populate Vermont.

But turn those commodities into sought-after artisanal food products and the game changes.

“We have seen how value-added farm products generate new revenue and jobs in a local community,” said Kathleen Merrigan, deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Entrepreneurs around the country are developing value-added food businesses, cured meats are just one example.”

In the dairy world, for example, Vermont cheesemakers learned that turning milk into Camembert, chevre, tomme and blue cheese doubled or even tripled its value. But turning that lesson into a model that would boost the state’s dairy industry required coordination.

With the help of the state, cheesemakers banded together to form the Vermont Cheese Council, which helps with promotion and education. Meanwhile, the University of Vermont created a first-in-the-nation program, the Vermont Institute of Artisan Cheese, which provides technical assistance to producers and teaches the art and science of cheese.

Now the state hopes to replicate this model

for Vermont’s livestock industry, with one avenue being charcuterie. Part of the work is already done; it could build on some of the infrastructure already created by the dairy industry, said Chelsea Lewis, senior agricultural development coordinator with the Vermont Agency of Agriculture.

To better understand how they can foster specialty, locally raised meats, Vermont agriculture officials are coordinating with neighboring New England states to develop training and networking opportunities. And last spring, they traveled to Italy to visit farms, slaughterhouses and butchers to learn from the masters of cured meat. The state even launched a new program to train meat cutters.

Meanwhile, a state task force with representatives from the meat processing industry is looking for ways to expand capacity for meat processing in Vermont.

And then there are the curing rooms. In addition to those being constructed at Mad River Food Hub, in an only-in-Vermontmove Black River Produce, a food distributor

in North Springfield, is converting a former Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory into a meat processing plant with curing rooms to produce salamis and prosciuttos.

But the challenge will be in how Vermont competes in an industry already going strong. In many ways, Vermont helped set the standard for the then emerging artisanal cheese movement. Cured meats are different.

A study of possible Vermont dry-cured meat products found that while the market is strong and growing, Vermont products need to be distinctive and of consistently high quality to succeed.

Never mind that you have countries like Italy and Spain drawing on centuries of tradition to churn out — and export — phenomenal products, but even domestic charcuterie in the U.S. already is going strong. Any city worth a nod from Zagat or Michelin already is awash in chefs and butchers mastering the trade with housecured meats.

The answer, Vermont officials hope, is local. And they hope to learn from other states.

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Real Estate Let winter be your interior decorating inspiration

By MELISSA RAYWORTH Associated Press It’s cold out there. In much of the country, now’s the time when home serves as a cozy refuge from the ice and snow. We light our fireplaces and wish for springtime.

But what if we took the opposite approach, using the inspiration of frosty winter colors and shimmering, icy textures to create rooms that look gorgeous yearround? A winter-inspired room can celebrate the beauty of this season, and also provide a cooling refuge perfect for the spring and summer ahead.

“My clients usually think I’ve lost my mind when I suggest using winter as a source of inspiration for a cozy bedroom,” says designer Brian Patrick Flynn, founder of decordemon.com. But, he says, “when done right, a combination of layered whites, blue-grays and touches of metallic can add a wintry look that’s chic, inviting, surprisingly warm and totally timeless.”

H e re , F l y n n a n d t w o o t h e r interior designers — Betsy Burnham of Los Angeles’ Burnham Design and Kyle Schuneman of Live Well Designs — offer advice on using winter as a decorating inspiration.

GET REFLECTIVE Start with the reflective sheen of ice as your main inspiration, says Flynn. “Use a plethora of reflective surfaces and metallic touches,” he says, including mirrored accent tables and nightstands, as well as mirrored lamps.

Flynn and Schuneman both recommend metallic wallpaper. “ O n e b e d ro o m I d e s i g n e d i n California was completely inspired by Candice Olsen’s birch bark wallpaper from York Wallcovering,” Flynn says.

“The paper is made from white-toned birch bark, and has a met a l l i c b a c k i n g w h i c h j u s t screams ‘winter chic.”’

If you’d prefer painted walls, Schuneman suggests choosing a shade of pale gray or icy blue and buying it in two different finishes — one with a high sheen that almost looks metallic and the other matte. Paint the walls with alternating stripes of each finish.

This use of just a few metallic or mirrored items is a great way to bring in some icy glamour, Schuneman says, “without it becoming the ice princess’ dungeon.”

Mirrored and metallic items also maximize light, warming a room even in winter.

“Since trees lose their leaves in the winter, the amount of light that streams in through the window can be double the amount in the spring or summer,” Flynn says. “By the time that gorgeous light hits the reflective surfaces and metallics, the room instantly warms up.”

Burnham also likes mirrored items. A mirrored table “adds a dimension to a room that wood just doesn’t,” she says. But she cautions against taking the look too far. If you’re buying mirrored end tables, she says, put a ceramic lamp on top rather than a mirrored or glass lamp. Or mix mirrors and chrome with warm shades of ivory, rather than stark whites.

USE A RANGE OF COLORS “The biggest trick to doing a wintry palette right is to layer, layer, layer,” Flynn says. “I like to stick with an overall white palette, but bring in ultra-white, off-white, cream, blue-white and then add touches of blue-gray. This makes a space soothing and sophisticated, while adding depth.”

Burnham’s favorite wintry wall color right now is a shade called “Silver Spoon” by Dunn-Edwards.

“It’s a really, really pale gray-blue, and I cannot tell you how many rooms I’ve used it in,” she says.

It contrasts well with white for a modern look or with warm shades of brown for a more “organic and earthy” feel.

Schuneman loves mixing wintry whites, silvers and grays accented w i t h s h a d e s of pur ple. Or he sometimes pairs “a gray that has blue as its base, and a blue that has gray in its base” and brings in “hard edges, like crystal lamps” for a chic, “wintry feeling.”

WORK IT ANYWHERE Winter-inspired design can work in any climate, from a Vermont ski house to a California beach condo.

“I did a bedroom in the Hollywood Hills with icy blue walls, and the headboard wall was all metal ceiling tiles,” Schuneman says. For the bedside tables, he chose pale blue glass lamps that resemble melting chunks of ice.

“You can really go for it” and do a full-on winter-inspired style, Schuneman says, or use just touches of it as “the thing that gives a room an edge.”

In southern California or other warm locations, Burnham says, it may work best to mix winterinspired items with something more reminiscent of the local weather.

“Think of a beautiful driftwood table with something sparkly on it. That brings it back to the sand and the beach, and keeps it relatable” to your warm-weather

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This publicity photo provided by Burnham Design shows a bedroom designed by Betsy Burnham, with walls of pure white and frosty blue complemented by a fluffy snow-white flokati rug. location, but also includes a bit of icy beauty, she says.

BALANCE ICY WITH COZY Along with shimmery, mirrored surfaces, be sure to include soft, cozy ones: Look for “beautiful c a b l e - k n i t c a s h m e re t h ro w s , ” Burnham says, or “a big fauxfur coyote blanket on a bed. It’s wintry, but it’s also so luxe, so high-end hunting lodge, and that works at the beach, too.”

Layers of soft fabric on furniture and floors bring a welcome feeling of warmth. If you choose a “fluffy, white flokati rug for the floor, you’re still having a kind of wintry moment,” Schuneman says, “but it’s just not hard-edged.”

WHAT NOT TO DO Just don’t get silly, Flynn says.

“First and foremost, I let my client know that just because we’re going wintry, it doesn’t mean we’re going to pop out igloos, snowflakes and polar bears. In other words, we completely avoid themes and cliches altogether.”

Instead, he says, “we just think of different ways to use whites, grays, metallics and textures in a manner which fits their personal style and makes a room feel airy and open. That’s usually my trick to getting winter-inspired design right.”

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Real Estate Preparing your credit profile (BPT) - When you are out shoveling snow and scraping ice off the car’s windshield, winter can seem like an eternity. Yet when it comes to your credit profile, house-hunting and the spring real estate season is just around the corner.

“Warm weather will bring an increase in homes on the market and buyers shopping, so it pays to take steps to make sure your credit profile is in the best shape possible if you’ll be looking for a house come spring,” says Barrett Burns, president and CEO of credit score model developer VantageScore Solutions. “Real estate experts are already predicting that this spring will be an important season for the industry, with mortgage rates still low and prices creeping back up.

In addition to other criteria such as down payments and income, a good credit score can make a big difference when it comes to getting a mortgage at favorable rates.”

Va n t a g e S c o r e S o l u t i o n s recommends home buyers start now to prep their credit profiles before the spring real estate season arrives in March and April. Here are some tips and tidbits to keep in mind as you’re working toward qualifying for a mortgage loan: • It is essential to know what’s on your credit report before it will be viewed by potential lenders.

Make sure your credit report is upto-date and accurately reflects your credit behavior. You can obtain your report at AnnualCreditReport.com, the only official site where you can obtain your report every 12 months for free from each of the three major credit reporting companies (CRCs), which are Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. And you can access your credit score through all three CRCs from the same website for a small fee.

• Creditors are interested in seeing how you manage credit, and the consistency of behavior counts. In addition to paying your bills on time every month, avoid applying for any new credit between now and the time you will apply for a mortgage.

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Almost every credit score “inquiry” from a lender is recorded with one or more of the three national CRCs. This can result in a decrease to your VantageScore credit score by 10 to 20 points.

• Keep in mind that some lenders will pull a credit score at the time you apply for the loan, then again just before the loan closes. You want to avoid credit score reductions during that time frame, which can occur if you take on unnecessary credit.

Also be sure all payments on existing debt are made on time during this timeframe.

•Shop around for mortgage options before you actually apply.

Understand lenders’ qualifying criteria so you know where you may need to improve. Once you’ve done

your research, go ahead and apply to multiple lenders all at once. Multiple applications at the same time will register on your credit report as a single inquiry - as long as they’re all within 14 days of each other - and will have minimal impact on your score.

• Different lenders use different scoring models and different models can have different score ranges. For example, the VantageScore model’s range is 501 to 990. You may or may not be able to find out from your potential lender which model they use. What’s important is where you fall in the model’s score range, which tells you how your score compares to others.

Finally, Burns says, don’t worry too much over small fluctuations in

your score. “It’s possible for your score to be 772 on Thursday and 765 on Friday,” he says. “It may be back up to 770 the next week. The changes are likely due to updates

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Real Estate Weekend home improvement projects that add value and curb appeal (BPT) - Weekend warriors rule as 2013 is proving to be the year t h a t t h e d o - i t - y o u r s e l f t re n d reaches full momentum. If you have a weekend to spare, you have plenty of time to make some h o m e i m p ro v e m e n t s t h a t a d d value and curb appeal. The key is to choose projects that have a big impact, but only take a few days to complete.

The first step in preparing for any home improvement project is ensuring you have all the right tools and supplies. If you need project-specific tools, it may make sense to rent them rather than buy, depending on how many times you plan to use them.

Next, head to a home improvement store for supplies.

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Consider these projects that can be done in one weekend - each will add impressive curb appeal w hil e e n h a n c i n g y o u r h o m e ' s overall value:

1. Garage door upgrade One of the largest focal points of a house's exterior is the garage door, yet it's often overlooked when it comes time to consider h o m e i m p ro v e m e n t s . A n o l d garage door with dings, scratches and dents can be an eyesore that dates a home. A new garage door can give your house's facade a stylish facelift, revamping the home's look instantly. Modern options are convenient to install a n d o p e r a t e , a n d a re s u re t o impress neighbors, guests and potential buyers, if you are selling. Plus, according the 2013 Cost vs. Value report from Remodeling magazine, replacing a garage door has a 75 percent return on investment, meaning you're sure to add value to your real estate investment.

2. Create a grand welcome Many people use their garage entranceway as the main way to enter their home, so it's easy to forget about the experience of entering through the front door.

That's why it's important to take a moment to walk to your home through the main entrance, like a guest or potential buyer would.

Is the experience warm and welcoming, or drab and dated? If the entrance path to your home is less than stellar, a few upgrades will improve it tremendously.

Tr i m o v e rg ro w n s h r u b s , a d d new mulch, paint wood stairs or railways and consider replacing your entry door - a new steel entry door has an impressive 85 percent return on investment.

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3. Reseal the driveway A cracked, faded driveway c a n m a k e y o u r p ro p e r t y l o o k o l d e r t h a n i t re a l l y i s . I f y o u h a v e a n a s p h a l t d r i v e w a y, i t ' s e a s y t o re f re s h i t w i t h o u t a complete replacement or u p g r a d e t o c o n c re t e . S e a l i n g , while messy, is achievable for even modest DIYers, helping to extend the life of your driveway while adding an attractive cohesive black appearance. Visit your local home improvement store for all necessary supplies.

Remember to fill cracks and holes before brushing the sealer over the surface of the d r i v e w a y. K e e p i n m i n d t h a t older driveways that have not been resurfaced may require two coats These projects have a big impact and can be completed in one weekend or less, making them perfect for today's DIY homeowner. But no matter what

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Real Estate Save a bundle by bundling insurance (BPT) - Bundling insurance products with one company-- and scoring cheaper premiums as a re w a r d - - i s n ’ t a n e w c o n c e p t . B u t , a c c o r d i n g t o a recent study by J.D. Power and Associates, not only is bundling still popular among consumers, it also results in higher customer satisfaction.

The study found that nearly 60 percent of customers bundle auto and homeowners policies with the same insurer.

W h e n c u s t o m e r s n e e d a d d i t i o n a l p ro d u c t s - s u c h as motorcycle, boat and life insurance - 77 percent of them choose to bundle.

The study notes that insurance bundlers also tend to be more satisfied with their insurers overall, not just with the premium discounts they’re getting.

Charles Valinotti, Head of Underwriting & Product with insurer QBE, says bundling insurance policies offers other benefits besides lower premiums.

“Customer convenience is one advantage,” says Va l i n o t t i . “ I t ’ s e a s i e r t o m a n a g e i n s u r a n c e p o l i c i e s when you don’t have to work with multiple insurers.

And if you have a claim, you just need to call one company.”

Bundling might also give you an edge when you file a claim.

Valinotti says insurance companies are interested in keeping your business and will be open to renewing policies when there’s a loss - unless it’s something extreme.

How can you get the biggest bang out of your insurance bundle? Valinotti suggests: • Ta k e a l o o k a t a l l y o u r i n s u r a n c e p o l i c i e s . I f t h e y ’ re n o t w i t h t h e s a m e i n s u r a n c e c o m p a n y, y o u could be losing as much as 25 percent in bundling discounts on each car, as well as on your homeowners policy. Think about including your life insurance, as well, which could result in another 2 to 5 percent in savings.

• C o n s i d e r a d d i n g a n u m b r e l l a p o l i c y. I f y o u own your home, an umbrella policy gives you extra liability protection on your home and car, and might earn you even more discounts to your homeowners

and auto insurance.

• Research options for renters. If you don’t own your home, bundling may still be an option.

L o o k i n t o b u n d l i n g a re n t e r s p o l i c y w i t h y o u r c a r i n s u r a n c e , w h i c h m i g h t re s u l t i n a s m u c h a s a 2 0 percent discount on your auto coverage. Because renters insurance is inexpensive, it may almost pay for itself by savings through bundling.

•Investigate bundling with business policies. If you have a business, find out whether bundling your b u s in e s s p o l ic i e s w i l l q u a l if y y o u f o r d i s co u n t s o n your personal insurance.

Valinotti cautions that some auto or home insurance bundling discounts might not be available to people with poor driving records.

He also advises not to base decisions on price alone.

“Customer service is just as important to consider,” he says.

Va l i n o t t i a d d s , “ M a k e s u re y o u s p e a k w i t h y o u r agent about all available bundling options and choose those you’re most comfortable with.”

Shape your future – check your credit report (BPT) - Do you know what’s on your credit report? Do you know your credit scores? If you don’t, you’re not alone, but now is a good time to better understand how they work before you go apply for that loan.

By waiting to check your report and scores until you want to buy a car or house, you may discover too late your financial history forces you into strict loan terms with high

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How can you avoid this situation?

Responsible past credit behavior, a healthy credit score and understanding your debt picture all play crucial roles in achieving your overall financial goals. So reviewing your credit report and knowing your VantageScore credit score and how you compare to others is essential.

By reviewing your report, you can

verify the information in it, and take actions to correct any item that may require it. If you have any negative marks, now is the time to take action to address those issues and increase your credit score.- -Perhaps the biggest misconception about credit scoring is that all the three major credit bureaus TransUnion, Equifax and Experian - produce the same score. Although similar, there are many different

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VantageScore credit scores fall within a range of 501 to 990 and include a letter grade from A to F - . the higher your score, the better.

Even though new methods provide

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Use emerald sparingly as it can be overwhelming in a room

When Pantone LLC announced that emerald green was its Color of the Year for 2013, reaction among designers and interior consultants was mixed.

The company, which creates and matches colors for the home and fashion industries, picks a top hue each year based on current use and expected continued popularity.

For New York color consultant Debra Kling, emerald green’s boldness means it should be used only as an accent. “Emerald might be one of those polarizing colors like purple — you either love it or hate it, and certainly could get tired of it fast,” she says.

Other shelter style arbiters, however, such as Elle Dicor, heralded the color by featuring luxe goods in emerald green, including fabrics from Scalamandre, Schumacher and Phillip Jeffries, and Baccarat water glasses.

Greens have been strong for a while because of interest in nature, Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of Pantone’s

research arm known as the Pantone Color Institute, has said. She calls green “a color of growth, renewal, healing, unity and regeneration.”

So can you decorate with emerald green without becoming overwhelmed by it?

New York designer Elaine Griffin thinks you can, as long as you’re careful.

“There’s no getting around it, emerald is flat out dramatic. Which means it’s best used in small doses, as accessories,” she says.

For those liking the color enough to consider paint, Griffin has a suggestion.

“True emerald should go in tiny spaces like foyers or powder rooms, and then dining rooms, which always benefit from a theatrical touch. But it’s too harsh a color for rooms in which you linger.”

Consider malachite accessories.

“Malachite is emerald at its best, so take your inspiration from there. Malachite boxes, printed fabrics like Tony Duquette’s for Jim

Thompson, bedecked plates and table lamps are all fab,” Griffin says.

Some colors pair well with emerald, and can give a visual pop to a room. Griffin likes yellow and brown, “like a sun-dappled forest”. As preppy go-withs, try raspberry, peacock, Prussian blue, pale rhubarb and turquoise.

And Kling notes that emerald pairs well with other greens: “In contrast to any other color family, the human eye perceives that no two greens clash. This is because we’re accustomed to seeing every variant of green coexisting harmoniously in nature.”

Where shouldn’t you use the hue?

“Avoid upholstering a long-term piece like a sofa in emerald — I promise the visual thrill will be gone in a matter of months,” Griffin says.

At Wayfair, you’ll find Joy Carpet’s 3D graphic Highrise rug in a great emerald.

Glass drawer knobs and pulls might be a fun way to introduce this green too. (www. wayfair.com ) Launching in February, JC Penney’s got a bedding and bath collection created in partnership with Pantone; there are several pieces in emerald, trimmed with white or cream. (www.jcp.com ) At Lamps Plus, find Arteriors Home’s Roma emerald cased glass and Greens Circle Rings Ovo table lamps, as well as the smart Kite pillow in an emerald ikat print. (www. lampsplus.com ) At Homegoods, there are some striking emerald wine glasses priced quite a bit less than Baccarat, and a good selection of emerald throw pillows and picture frames as well. (www.homegoods.com ) Emerald is considered the stone of Venus, and there may be a little luck of the leprechaun at work too — more reasons to give it a try.

Start planning your home makeover now (BPT) - If April showers bring May flowers, what do winter ’s snowflakes bring? Perhaps it’s an excuse to curl up with your favorite magazines and imagine the kitchen makeover of your dreams. When the cold winter months keep you indoors, use the time to take care of things that will make your remodeling plans much easier to tackle in the spring.Determine the scope of your project: Do you need just a few coats of paint or a whole new kitchen?

Take this time to evaluate what you want to accomplish. If you need to work with a designer or contractor, now is the time to do your research and engage professional help to plan. Look to online resources like the National Association of the

Remodeling Industry and Houzz or ask friends and family for recommendations. Meet with a few prospects and see whose work and costs fit your needs. You should also determine your budget and use that to guide the rest of your planning decisions.

Look for trends that last: Once you have a good sense for what your project will involve, have fun dreaming up all the details. Are you looking to make a bold statement or create a timeless look? No matter how large or small your project, there are many current trends that can make a big impact in your home, yet will stand the test of time. In the kitchen, white cabinetry has had a resurgence of popularity and can create a classic look or serve as the perfect

complement to colorful statement pieces that can be easily swapped out as trends change. For example, Merillat Cabinetry’s new Cotton finish creates a clean and bright look that can transition with you as your tastes evolve.

Throughout the home, universal design is also becoming an increasingly important trend to consider. Planning your remodel

so the space is comfortable to use for all ages and abilities will not only ensure your long-term enjoyment of the space, but can also help with resale value down the road. “As more and more homeowners are looking to age in place, they’re demanding designs that accommodate their changing needs without compromising on style,” says Sarah Reep, Merillat

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Clean house: When you’re ready to get started on your remodel, you won’t want to worry about cleaning. Take time now to look at everything stored in your kitchen and pantry and determine what stays and what can go. It’ll make prepping for renovation projects that much easier.

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Real Estate Choose the right home contractor (BPT) - Consumer complaints and lawsuits regarding home improvements are on the rise according to Ripoff Reports; a homeowner that does not do their homework before embarking on a project could find themselves with poor workmanship, inferior products, health and safety issues or even legal problems.

So what’s a homeowner in need of a fix up to do?

“Start by reviewing the three most common mistakes people make when embarking on a home improvement project,” says Dave Harrison, chief marketing officer of Champion Windows, Sunrooms, Roofing and Home Exteriors (www.

GetChampion.com), one of the nation’s leading home improvement companies.

Mistake number one: Buying Only on Price Your home is probably one of the most expensive items you own, so making improvements is not the place to budget shop.- “Make sure you are getting quality products professionally installed. A properly done home improvement should only have to be done once,” added Harrison, “and remember the old adage ‘you get what you pay for’.”

Mistake number two: Not looking at the Long Term Investment Benefits When your home improvement project is finally over, you should be getting more than an upgrade to your home; you should also see an increase in your home’s value.

When you do it right you can reduce energy and maintenance costs and increase comfort and pride in your home, and never have to worry about it again for as long as you own your home.

On the flip side a poorly executed project can lower the value of your home, have to be re-done in several years and even put your family’s health at risk. For example, water damage from faulty windows could cause mold.

Mistake number three: Not Knowing How to Screen a Contractor “I’ve seen many independently

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Make sure all of your questions are answered before you sign a contract. owned contractors close their businesses after a short year or two,” said Harrison. “When selecting a contractor to work with it is important to get a sense of who they are, what products they use and how long they have been in business.”

According to Harrison there are four essential questions to ask during this screening process: - Who designs it?

- Who builds it?

- Who installs it?

- Who guarantees it?

“When you don’t get the correct answers to these four questions you may end up with an inferior investment, expensive surprises, property damage or even lawsuits and liabilities,” says Harrison.

“Ultimately, the answer you want is that there is a single source of accountability for your project.

Having one company design, build,

install and guarantee the product and work, as Champion does, can save you time, money and hassles in the long run.”

Make sure you have a contractor relationship you can trust for the long-term. This long-term relationship starts with a quality product and professional installation and includes a lifetime warranty from a company that has longevity and provides you with a sense

that they will still be in business five or ten years down the road. You should also ensure that your warranty is transferable, applies to all systems, applications and materials, and is non-prorated. A non-prorated warranty is considered to be the most valuable as it means that the manufacturer or seller will replace or repair the item at no cost to the buyer if there is a problem with a product.

Lucky home decor trends for 2013 (BPT) - Despite its negative reputation, the number 13 doesn’t always have to be unlucky.

Take these top decor trends for 2013 from design experts, manufacturers and t re n d f o re c a s t e r s a c ro s s t h e c o u n t r y.

They’re fresh, fun and sure to bring good fortune to any home.

A splash of color Industry leader Pantone’s annual fashion color report sets the tone for home decor as well as clothing, and the spring 2013 report is no exception. Its softer-hued palette of

Dusk Blue, Lemon Zest, African Violet, Grayed Jade, Linen and Tender Shoots is emboldened by Monaco Blue, Poppy Red, Emerald and Nectarine. Marc Thee, founder of the No. 1 residential interior design firm in the country, also sees a move toward pure color palettes such as cream and sea glass, khaki and white, or neutral with a pop of yellow.Not your mama’s wallpaper Repositionable wallpaper is a decorating mainstay, says Todd Imholte, president of Murals Your Way, whose website, www.

muralsyourway.com, is the top online destination for wall murals worldwide.

The company’s10 collections of peeland-stick wallpaper are available in such themes as Vintage, Dots, Flower Prints and Mostly Modern, and can be removed and reused hundreds of times without losing their adhering qualities. Because the company offers color matching, customers can match their repositionable wallpaper to an existing paint color, updated decor or the new Pantone color palette.

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Next year ’s contemporary kitchen will i n c l u d e E u ro p e a n f r a m e l e s s l a m i n a t e cabinetry, multi-tasking appliances, handsfree faucets, and increased smartphone and tablet functionality, according to Jamie Gold, a certified independent kitchen and bath designer in San Diego, Calif. Valueoriented remodels will remain popular, she predicts, with homeowners incorporating existing flooring, fixtures, cabinets and/ or appliances into their design plans to save money and retain favorite design elements.

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