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1453 Highland Valley Circle Wildwood | $550,000
668 Spyglass Summit Drive Chesterfield | $550,000
5155 Westminster Place St Louis City | $529,000
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CONTENTS SOCIETY AN EDUCATED GIRL...WILL CHANGE THE WORLD. Those words ring true in the halls of Marian Middle School, the only one of its kind in the city of St. Louis. During a recent afternoon tea, I had the opportunity to learn more about this all-girls Catholic school, which assists urban adolescent girls and their families in breaking the cycle of poverty by preparing students for high school, college and beyond. I also spent time with some of Marian’s young charges, and we talked about how they see themselves as adults in the real world. Without hesitation, one of my new friends, Mariah, told me that she will be president. Next year, she will be among the 200 or so young women to have graduated in the school’s 15-year history. In addition to an innovative academic program, Marian offers a focus on life skills and character development. As a Marian alum, Mariah also will be part of its graduate support program that will provide her with academic, social and tuition assistance in high school. As you can see, Mariah is well on her way. Our coverage begins on p. 6.
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April 17, 2015
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LN LANDSCAPE A peek into the gardens of the Du Pont Family.
ON THE COVER: The ninth annual St. Louis Fine Print, Rare Book and Paper Arts Fair will be held May 1 to 3. Fair tickets are available by calling 516-7248 or emailing amandarschneider@umsl.edu. Pictured: Lepidoptera, Plate XXIII from Natural History of the Insects of China by E. Donovan, 1838. From the Collection of the St. Louis Mercantile Library at UMSL. For more information, call 516-6740 or visit printfair.umsl.edu. THE STORY BEGINS ON PAGE 19. WE’RE SORRY: From page 58 of our April 10 edition, we would like to clarify that tickets for the Junior League Home Design Tour on Saturday, April 18, are available by phone at 822-2344, online at jlsl.org, at the April 17 VIP event, or at the homes on the day of the tour.
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2810 Stonington Place - Frontenac A true Frontenac find, the current owners have transformed this home with updates for today’s buyers. Expanded and gourmet, the kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, offers a large gathering place for a family, and entertaining for a crowd! The main floor master is private and has an updated bath. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. Enjoy your backyard retreat with a pool, deck, stone fireplace, built-in grill and flat screen TV! $1,325,000
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2326 Clifton Forge Drive - Town and Country With style bridging between contemporary and traditional, this home is brimming with rich appointments and quality upgrades. The kitchen with an expansive center island and beautiful cabinetry opens to a sunroom. The great room with built-in shelves and outdoor access creates an ideal space for entertaining. The master suite has a sitting area, dressing room and a walk-in closet. aAdditional highlights include a saltwater pool, fishpond and patio/deck area. $937,000 15 Portland Drive - Frontenac Custom built by Higginbotham, this home offers superior quality, attention to detail, extensive millwork and beautiful hardware throughout. The first floor features large rooms, wood floors, as well as a stunning sunroom that overlooks the lush backyard and pool. The main floor master and its updated bath, along with four additional bedrooms upstairs are spacious and inviting. The finished lower level with newer full bath is the perfect spot to relax. $895,000
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7 Carrswold Drive (Clayton).
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1950 Log Cabin Lane (Ladue).
$2,799,000
NEW LISTING! Sitting on a three-plus acre lot, this five-bedroom home has a newer kitchen and baths. The home is completely move-in ready, courtesy of fresh paint, gleaming wood floors and a wonderful floor plan. Enjoy a good book by the fireplace in the family room, or soak up the sun in the screened porch or large deck. Additional highlights include a vaulted master suite, walkout lower level, inviting pool and a four-car oversized garage! OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3!
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2. 7440 Stanford Avenue • University City
5 Kings Pond Road (Glendale).
$1,490,000
1 Masonridge Court (Town & Country).
$1,295,000
3 Cher El Lane (Ladue).
$1,285,000
$379,000
NEW LISTING! The inviting decor of this U. City gem blends in seamlessly with many architectural details. The kitchen, updated with granite, tiled backsplash and a ceramic tile floor, opens to a bright sunroom. Upstairs features the large master bedroom with ample closets and a cozy sitting area. Enhancing the living space is the wide-open, professionally finished lower level. Additional highlights include a two-car garage and a most convenient location.
3. 55 Briarcliff • Ladue
$925,000
Fresh, light-filled rooms provide a comfortable atmosphere for day-to-day living and entertaining in this home. A gracious first-floor master suite is adjacent to another bedroom perfect for guests or an office. Upstairs, let the kid/grandkid's imaginations soar in the bonus living/play room adorned with hand-painted murals. Additional features include a gourmet galley kitchen, finished lower level, inviting pool, picturesque grounds and many updates.
4. 134 Ballas Court • Town & Country
$615,000
NEW LISTING! Situated on an acre-lot, this four-sided brick ranch sparkles inside and out. From its barreled entry, relaxing outdoor spaces by the pool and covered patio, to the stunning kitchen with pretty cabinetry, custom island and premium appliances, this home does not disappoint. The spectacular vaulted great room is ideal for family gatherings or entertaining friends. Gleaming hardwoods, gorgeous millwork, finished lower level and a three-car garage.
5. 14780 Sugarwood Trail • Chesterfield
$1,395,000
NEW LISTING! Five-plus acres of land with woodlands hold this stunning estate suitable for horses. A special feature is the breathtaking pool surrounded by limestone walls. Vaulted-beamed ceilings, herringbone and hardwood floors, fireplaces and more, are just a few of the pleasing details. Entertain in the inviting great room, living room and the formal dining room. Four-plus bedrooms include a master bedroom suite and a possible in-law suite in the lower level.
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$575,000
NEW LISTING! Looking for a ranch that has all a two-story can offer? Look no further than this sprawling home with its seven bedrooms and four-plus baths. In addition, there is a large finished lower level that walks out to an acre-plus lot. The open floor plan is perfect for entertaining and the newer kitchen will accommodate any sized feast. Lots of architectural details, a three-car garage and a convenient location, make this appealing ranch a must see.
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$2,395,000
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$2,295,000
6 West Geyer (Frontenac).
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$1,249,000 2 Mayfair Road (Ladue).
$1,195,000
6 Kehrs Mill Glen Court (Chesterfield).
$1,100,000
2603 Wild Plum Valley (Catawissa).
$989,000
23 Picardy Lane (Ladue).
$975,000
8 Exmoor Drive (Ladue).
$975,000
700 South Meramec (Clayton).
$899,900
55 Briarcliff (Ladue).
$889,000
43 Chesterfield Lakes Road (Chesterfield). $829,000 34 Burroughs Lane (Ladue).
$749,000
922 South Meramec (Clayton).
$699,000
411 Algonquin Place (Webster Groves).
$659,900
1 Westwood Country Club (Westwood).
$649,900
139 Ladue Oaks Drive (Creve Coeur).
$554,500
1323 Mallet Hill (Ellisville).
$550,000
14507 Wellington Estates Manor (Chesterfield). $499,900 409 Bates Street (New Haven).
$495,000
21 Beacon Hill (Creve Coeur).
$435,000
2124 South Compton Avenue (St. Louis).
$419,900
1811 Boaz Avenue (Kirkwood).
$399,900
420 Julian Place (Kirkwood).
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1682 Timber Hollow Drive (Wildwood).
$349,900
233 Jasmin Park Court (Ballwin).
$329,000
8838 Madge Avenue (Brentwood).
$299,900
614 Autumnwood Forest Drive (Lake St. Louis). $275,000
504 Atalanta Ave. (Webster Groves).
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3527 Post Valley (O’ Fallon).
$249,900 $245,000
438 Sunningwell Drive (Webster Groves).
$189,000
273 Wanderfern Woods (Innsbrook).
$159,900
3629 Sulphur Avenue (St. Louis).
$134,900
8310 Ardsley Drive (Bel-Nor).
$133,480
1040 North Rock Hill (Rock Hill).
$85,000
7719 Lacorn Court (Normandy).
$79,900
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14417 Rue De Gascony Ct. (Chesterfield). $599,900
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1575 Dietrich Chase Lane (Ballwin).
$599,900
200 South Brentwood Blvd #5D (Clayton). $499,900 14410 Open Meadow Court Unit W (Chesterfield). $439,000 3810 Linden Tree Lane (St. Louis).
$264,900
7571 Buckingham Drive #1 (Clayton).
$259,000
1965 Grinnell Terrace (Maryland Heights). $244,900 208 Ambridge Court #201 (Chesterfield).
$239,500
900 South Hanley Road #7D, Clayton).
$232,500
1229 Hunters Chase (Eureka).
$225,000
1515 Lafayette Ave. #501 (St. Louis).
$159,900
5635 Waterman #31 (St. Louis).
$159,900
200 South Brentwood #14F (Clayton).
$149,000
615 Clara Avenue #14 (CWE).
$140,000
1137 Rue La Ville Walk #1137 (Creve Coeur). $123,500 1614 Oriole Lane (Brentwood).
$118,000
1117 Arbor Creek #2A (Unincorporated).
$105,000
4459 Nebraska (St. Louis).
$89,900
4355 Maryland Ave. #431 (St. Louis).
$75,000
2506 Creve Coeur Mill #9 (Maryland Heights). $66,400
Lots & Acreage
1035 Price School Lane (Ladue).
$1,100,000
45 Trent Drive (Ladue).
$1,095,000
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BEAUTIFUL SPRING AFTERnoon was the perfect backdrop for Marian’s Middle School Professional Women’s High Tea for Two in the Central West End. Students from the school were paired with local professionals during afternoon tea at Mary Ann’s Tea Room. School president Mary Elizabeth Grimes and event organizer Charlotte Ottley welcomed guests, including LN’s Trish Muyco-Tobin, while Tea Room manager Ken Fowler explained the finer points of afternoontea tradition and etiquette. Marian Middle School is an independent Catholic school serving urban students of all backgrounds.
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CHESTERFIELD $799,900 201 Kendall Bluff Court
LAKE ST. LOUIS $229,675 1745 Briarmanor Drive
Open 4/19, 1-3 PM LADUE $1,265,000 15 Fielding Road
CWE $439,000 4950 Lindell Boulevard, 6E
WILDWOOD $589,900 1623 Ashford Oaks Court
LADUE $1,200,000 6 Town and Country Drive
ST. ALBANS $647,000 224 Timber Trace Drive
LADUE $4,850,000 760 Kent Road
LADUE $749,000 3 Whitfield Lane
ST.ALBANS $890,000 108 Club Creek Court
FRONTENAC $1,160,000 2829 Stonington Place
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NEW LISTING ST. LOUIS $549,900 2201 Arsenal Street
NEW LISTING CWE $1,295,000 11 Westmoreland Place
NEW LISTING CLAYTON $279,900 408 S. Hanley Road, Unit B
NEW LISTING OLIVETTE $1,095,000 22 Forsythia Lane
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Berkley built home has 6 bedrooms/6 baths. Located on a meticulously maintained lot, just under an acre. $1,095,000 2201 ARSENAL STREET, St. Louis. Own a piece of history! Incredible attention to detail. Inside you will find all the high end modern amenities for today’s lifestyle.
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719 FORBY ROAD, Wildwood. $795,000.
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48 WAVERTON DRIVE, Ladue. $439,000.
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9011 W. SWAN CIRCLE, Brentwood. $193,000. 1-3 PM
$549,900 15862 RICHBOROUGH ROAD, Chesterfield.
$1,295,000
12674 CONWAY ROAD, Creve Coeur.
$540,000
15 FIELDING ROAD, Ladue.
$1,265,000
486 HICKORY TRACE, St. Albans.
$538,500
6 TOWN AND COUNTRY DRIVE, Ladue.
$1,200,000
12310 HIBLER ROAD, Creve Coeur.
$521,000
9011 WEST SWAN CIRCLE, Brentwood.
$193,000
729 HIGHWAY H, Troy.
$1,195,000
$185,000
2829 STONINGTON PLACE, Frontenac.
$1,160,000
$465,000 $450,000
5244 WATERMAN, UNIT B, CWE.
408 S. HANLEY ROAD, UNIT B, Clayton. Wonderful condo
208 TIMBER TRACE, St. Albans. 1215 MISSISSIPPI AVENUE, Lafayette Square.
7515 BUCKINGHAM DRIVE, #3S, Clayton.
$179,000
with charm everywhere! Living room features a beamed cathedral
800 S. HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 4E, Clayton.
$1,025,000
6926 PERSHING AVENUE, University City.
$419,900
827 WESTWOOD DRIVE, UNIT 2E, Clayton.
$169,900
18879 BUCK RIDGE DRIVE, Warrenton.
$399,900
1251 STRASSNER, UNIT 2409, Brentwood.
$169,900
41 LOG HILL LANE, Ballwin.
$379,900
4508 MCPHERSON AVENUE, UNIT 1W, St. Louis.
$134,900
48 WAVERTON DRIVE, Ladue. Fabulous location and great curb appeal set the stage for this wonderful, updated home. Recently finished lower level. $439,000. Open 4/19, 1-3 PM
ceiling and large picture window with porch.
$279,900
5018 SOUTH GRAND AVENUE, St. Louis. Pride of ownership, old world craftsmanship and attention-to-detail are the hallmarks of this move-in ready home. Warmth and charm abound! $79,000
LuxuryCollection 9746 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue.
$5,750,000
12 HUNTLEIGH WOODS DRIVE, Huntleigh.
$4,998,000
760 KENT ROAD, Ladue.
$4,850,000
21 UPPER LADUE, Ladue.
$3,300,000
508 HERON COURT, St. Albans.
$2,995,000
1041 LAY ROAD, Ladue.
$2,200,000
10490 LADUE ROAD, Creve Coeur.
$2,150,000
38 GLEN EAGLES, Ladue.
$2,115,000
15 CLERMONT LANE, Ladue.
$999,999
154 N. CENTRAL AVENUE, Clayton.
$999,000
17709 SUGARBERRY COURT, Chesterfield.
$925,000
17 FAIR OAKS, Ladue.
841 PHEASANT WOODS DRIVE, Manchester.
$359,900
$925,000
5 S. MORELAND AVENUE, Glendale.
$342,500
10 MABEL LANE, Saint Albans.
$309,900
803 SOUTH WARSON ROAD, Ladue.
$899,000
2513 TRENTON STATION, St. Charles.
$309,500
108 CLUB CREEK CT., Saint Albans.
$890,000
13675 EVERGREEN GLEN DRIVE, St. Louis.
$300,000
317 WARDENBURG FARMS, Wildwood.
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ORE THAN 60,000 EGGS stuffed with special treats were for the taking during the fifth annual Hunt for a Cure at Queeny Park. The eggs, prepared by volunteers at 50-plus area senior centers, and delivered and hidden by UPS’ egg-ceptional volunteers, were hidden in four age-appropriate bunny trails. Among the highlights was the arrival of the VIP Bunny, who came via St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s Kids Express Helicopter, and was then taken by horse and carriage to greet children and their families. FOX 2’s Tom O’Neal emceed the program, which recognized LLS and its work to help cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life for patients and their families.
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HMLC’s dinner steering committee includes Vera Emmons, Marci Rosenberg, Myrna Meyer, Margi Kahn, Janie Weiss, Carol Staenberg and Nancy Keyser.
On Thursday, Aug. 20, the HOLOCAUST MUSEUM & LEARNING CENTER will mark its 20th anniversary with a dinner at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. The event, themed Remember, Honor, Act: Make a Difference, is co-chaired by CAROL STAENBERG and MARGI KAHN. For tickets, call 442-3711 or visit hmlc.org. Ladue News is a proud media sponsor of Remember, Honor, Act. Also at the Holocaust Museum, a new exhibit, Capturing Hearts and Minds: Images of Nazi Propaganda and Disinformation, is now on display through Sept. 20. The exhibit, drawn from the museum’s archives, demonstrates the breadth of Nazi propaganda used to indoctrinate the German nation, vilify the Jewish population, and spread disinformation throughout the world.
The REGIONAL ARTS COMMISSION (RAC) has a new leader: FELICIA SHAW has been appointed to the position of executive director, succeeding longtime founding executive director JILL MCGUIRE. A native St. Louisan, Shaw brings more than 25 years of leadership experience to the job. She most currently served as director of arts and creative economy at The San Diego Foundation.
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WORD AROUND TOWN Two Parkway North high school students are among the top winners in a national essay contest commemorating the 50th anniversary of the march on Selma. EVAN LEHMANN’s entry earned him a grand prize among the top three winners, while LAYLA KOUSARI received an honorable mention from the competition by the National Liberty Museum. The contest sought to engage American high-school students in thinking, writing and speaking about current Evan Lehmann and Layla Kousari issues of individual freedom and self-determination. As one of the top three winners, Evan will learn whether he finished first, second or third during an April 21 award ceremony in Philadelphia.
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Chances are...JOHNNY MATHIS will be in St. Louis later this year. The legendary crooner, who is celebrating his 59th year in the music industry, is coming to the Fox Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 19. Tickets are available at the box office, by calling 534-1111 or by visiting metrotix.com.
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Donna Jahnke was recently recognized as ‘New Superintendent of the Year’ by the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA) for her impressive leadership of the Ladue School District. Nominated by her colleagues in the greater St. Louis MASA district, she accepted the award last month at the annual association’s spring conference. Pictured: secretary of MASA Aaron Zalis and Donna Jahnke
omen of Achievement (WDA) recently held an appreciation luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton W St. Louis for its sponsors. WDA leadership welcomed 2015 Luncheon sponsors, who take part in honoring, promoting and encouraging volunteerism in the St. Louis region. The 2015 Luncheon, marking WOA’s 60th year, will be held at The Ritz-Carlton on May 5.
Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis has the honor of building The Pope Francis House with a generous gift of $60,000 from an anonymous donor. The Pope Francis House will be located in the Tiffany neighborhood of St. Louis, and a special site blessing will be held on April 23 at 10 a.m. at 3830 Folsom Ave. The donor hopes to inspire others in the community to raise an additional $40,000 for the building efforts. Pictured: volunteers from St. Louis University High School’s varsity water polo team
Kwame Foundation proudly sponsored its annual college tour, taking 80 local high school students to visit seven historically Black colleges and universities over spring break. The trip’s intention is to encourage students to continue their education and expand their worldview. Gateway STEM High School seniors Rianna Roberts and Mikayla Burt applied to each college and were accepted by all seven.
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At age 15, Maya Jones has been recognized as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis‘ ‘Youth of the Year.’ She received the highest honor from this organization for her excellent grades and making a difference in her community.
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ARE MANUSCRIPTS, FINE ART, historic maps, contemporary photography—these rarely seen materials from across the country soon will be unveiled at the St. Louis Fine Print, Rare Book & Paper Arts Fair. The ninth annual event, from May 1 to 3 at the J. C. Penney Building on the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) North Campus, will benefit UMSL’s St. Louis Mercantile Library, the oldest library west of the Mississippi River. With a growing reputation, organizers expect this year’s fair to attract up to 1,000 collectors from throughout the nation. Julie Dunn-Morton, curator of fine art collections at the Mercantile Library, says the fair is one of few events in the region to bring together the unique combination of rare books and fine art.
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“The dealers are experts in their field from around the country, and they are eager to talk to people. If you’re an expert collector, you can find wonderful, quality materials to look at; or if you’re a beginning collector, you can get expert advice.” Among returning national dealers are New York’s Susan Teller Gallery, featuring American art of the 1930s and ’40s; and The Old Print Shop, specializing in 19th-century prints and maps. Kiechel Fine Art from Nebraska will showcase 20th-century regional art, including the work of Thomas Hart Benton; Stevens Fine Art from Arizona will offer 19th- and 20th-century American art; and the Philadelphia Print Shop’s two locations in Pennsylvania and Colorado will bring 18th- and 19th-century prints and maps. Prominent local dealers will include Kodner Continued on page 59
Thomas Hart Benton, Coming ‘Round the Mountain, 1931, lithograph
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Visit Facebook.com/LadueNews to enter. Submissions will be accepted through 5 p.m. on Monday, May 4. Voting on Facebook begins Friday, April 24; and ends on Friday, May 8, at 5 p.m. The contest is open to children between 2 and 4 years old.* Each photo submitted must have been taken no more than 60 days prior to date of submission. Ideal photo size is at least 1 MB. *Specific age requirements:The contest is open to children between the ages of 2 and 4. Contestants must be at least 2 years old by April 24, 2015, and have not turned 5 years old before May 29, 2015.The winner will be determined at random among the top five vote-getters. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.
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CCORDING TO WHAT’S TRENDING IN social media (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, etc.), the bride’s choices for favorite flowers are mostly predictable, with a few surprises: 1. Garden Roses Years ago, we used to order field-grown garden roses. Almost half the box of blooms was unusable, overblown and bruised. Today the gardenrose industry, spurred on by the popularity of the expensive but exquisite David Austin roses, has been tamed to the point where you can buy bunches of 10 (they last about five to six days at the consumer level). If using them for an event, most florists will have them open fully before arranging them. A bouquet sent as a ‘thank you’ or ‘thinking of you’ type of thing should have tighter buds as customers expect some longevity.
2. Peony Peonies have a special place in all our hearts. Bushes planted decades ago come back each year better than ever. These highly fragranced and multi-petaled beauties are not too difficult for florists to process and have a pretty good vase life. After our peony season is over, we now have a booming Alaskan peony industry; and in winter, peonies from New Zealand are available. All peonies tend to be on the high-cost side, with locals being the least expensive. I’ve seen winter peonies retail for more than $15 a stem! But they are beauty incarnate and definitely for flower lovers.
3. Hydrangea What was once a blooming bush in grandma’s garden is now a hot ‘new’ industry onto itself. The beautiful blowsy heads with hundreds of florets are fabulous to use, as one or two are all that are needed in personal flowers and centerpieces. They now come in many colors, but require a lot of water. If using them in hand bouquets, they need to be fully hydrated and might even require a floral foam soaked in water or even water tubes in some larger bouquets. Without water, the flowers go down very quickly. If caught in time and given water, they pop up as beautiful as just picked. They also dry nicely, but it takes a few tricks to get them to that point. (Ask a professional about drying.) 4. Ranunculus Somewhat smaller than a rose or peony, this hard-working annual always has been a favorite of flower lovers. Rounded, concentric rows and rows of petals, with even more colors than ever, it’s more delicate, but excellent for arrangements in water. My absolute favorite is a cream-colored one with a soft green and pale pink center. There were some others on the list that were not so obvious to me: Dahlias Usually a fall favorite, its large rounded multipetaled heads obviously are a contender as round, full flowers are today’s preference. They had a little bit of a gaudy feel to me, but some of the newer varieties are perfect for bridal work. Their vase life
is three or four days. Gypsophila A big surprise...Known as baby’s breath, these little buds have become a contender. There are two newer varieties: Mirabella and Million Star. These environmentally sustaining flowers now stand alone, not as the filler flower sent with a dozen roses and leather leaf fern in a glass vase with shredded foam. It reminds me of the flowers boys sent to their girlfriends 40 to 45 years ago. My father sent my mother that same arrangement every time she had a baby– believe me, she got lots of rose bouquets with baby’s breath. Today, silver bowls with huge balls of baby’s breath are tony centerpieces. A bridal party of many bridesmaids carrying bouquets of the new types of Gypsophila are stunning. Kissing balls hung in doorways, pomanders and head wreaths for flower girls – this flower is here to stay. Succulents These have always reminded me of Aunt Minnie’s strawberry pots filled with ‘hens and chicks’. Today, the shapes, colors and longevity are making succulents of all types very popular. Of course, no cactus with needles need apply. They add interesting texture to centerpieces; and minimally used, look great in hand bouquets. We are right on the brink of a very busy bridal season. I know all the young and not-so-young grooms- and brides-to-be are ready. I’m just not so sure if I am. Ready or not, here I come!
Wedding expert John Sullivan has worked with partner Ken Miesner for 40 years at Ken Miesner’s Flowers, where they have collaborated for some 1,200 weddings! ‘Like’ him on Facebook under ‘Wedding Wisdom,’ where guests are welcome to post pictures, and leave comments and opinions.
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In a December 20 ceremony officiated by Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose at Congregation B’nai Amoona, Allison Jean Laycob wed Jeffrey Scott Matty. Allison is the daughter of Leland and Suzan Laycob, and granddaughter of Paul and Betty Mendelson, all of St. Louis. She is the vice-president of Strategic Alliances for Markit. The bride’s best friend, Rebecca Barclay, and cousin, Erica Barnell, served as her maids of honor. Sister-inlaw, Chrissy Laycob, served as matron of honor. Rachel Rosen, Sara Badler, Tanaz Dietz, Janie Foster, Lesley Matty, Allison Schiffman and Aviva Grossberg were the bridesmaids; Brooke Greenfield was junior bridesmaid. Jeff is the son of Robert and Kathy Matty of Rockville, Maryland. He is partner at Kaufman, Dolowich & Voluck LLP. Michael McGrath and Kipper Kohn, both best friends of the groom, served as best men. Andrew Barnell, Michael Laycob, Andrew Labovitz, Thomas Devine, Christopher Graziano and Peter Dunne were groomsmen; Ethan Joshua Laycob was the ring bearer. The couple celebrated with all their guests at Westwood Country Club. Allison and Jeff honeymooned in Australia and New Zealand, before returning to reside in Manhattan.
Dr. James and Maria Emanuel of Ladue are thrilled to announce the engagement of their daughter, Caroline Marie, to Casey Ryan, the son of Michael and Lisa Schiek of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The two are set to wed in Ladue on September 12. The bride-to-be graduated from Deerfield Academy in 2005 after attending Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School (MICDS). She earned her bachelor’s in business with a concentration in marketing in 2009 from The George Washington University, where she served as president of the Delta Gamma sorority. She is an engagement manager for HH Global. The future groom also attended The George Washington University, where he graduated in 2009 with a bachelor’s in business, plus a dual concentration in international business and marketing. He also is a member of the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity. He now works for Goldman Sachs & Co. as a regional consultant. Caroline and Casey fell in love at their college alma mater where they met in 2006. Casey surprised Caroline with a trip to Washington, D.C. Strolling along the campus paths led them to the lecture hall where Casey met the love of his life. There, Casey proposed they share the rest of their lives together. After the wedding, the couple plans to live in Chicago.
ALLISON JEAN LAYCOB & JEFFREY SCOTT MATTY
CASEY RYAN SCHIEK & CAROLINE MARIE EMANUEL
MATTY WEDDING PHOTO BY JOEL MARION PHOTOGRAPHY, EMANUEL PHOTO BY BELEN AQUINO OF GERBER + SCARPELLI
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Natalie Eschen and Matthew Berkley
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ATALIE ANN ESCHEN AND Matthew Edwards Berkley met with what some may consider an unlikely chance of a successful first date: They were set up by their mothers, Chris Eschen and Shayla Berkley. Matt nursed a couple of drinks at Sub Zero Vodka Bar in the Central West End as he waited for Natalie, who was running late, when he spotted her standing just outside the window surrounded by a few fellows. “[Natalie was] talking to some guys she knew who were telling her, He’s not the guy for you,” Matt recalls. Despite that initial setback, something sparked between him and Natalie. And it didn’t take long for the two to figure out that, together, they created balance. Between Natalie’s tech-savvy style and Matt’s nose for history, plus their similar backgrounds, these two combined in a harmonious partnership. The real challenge cropped up as Matt was planning to pop the big question. His first attempt included surprising Natalie with a note on her car, which she would discover after work, asking her to meet him at a specific spot. As he drove to leave the message, Matt changed his mind. He later found out that Natalie had left work early that day for happy hour with her colleagues, anyway. Another opportunity arose when the couple visited the Saint Louis Zoo in wintertime to see the ‘Wild Lights.’ “I was walking and joking about getting married, [planning to propose] at the penguins, but they smelled like rotting fish,” Matt explains. When they stopped to grab hot chocolate, Matt finally found his opportunity as they sat by the lake. He may have struggled to find the perfect place to propose, but Matt knew one thing for sure: He needed Natalie to be his wife. “When I am with her, I always feel like I’m home.” The two wed on June 28 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, where the bride’s father, Maryville University’s VP of Institutional Advancement Tom Eschen, went to school. Matt took his sister’s advice and bought a luxurious robe for Natalie, placing a note in the pocket to tell his bride how much he looked forward to the ceremony. Natalie also carried another important memento with her: “My mom had my grandmother’s pearls made into a shorter necklace and earrings.” Both the bride and groom agree their favorite part of the wedding day was seeing each other across the aisle. Natalie and Matt chose Cabo San Lucas for their honeymoon destination. They spent their days lounging on secluded beaches, and took a water taxi to El Arco and Lover’s Beach. The newlyweds reside in St. Louis.
THE DETAILS THE DATE June 28, 2014 THE BRIDE Natalie Ann Eschen THE GROOM Matthew Edwards Berkley THE BRIDE’S PARENTS Tom and Chris Eschen THE GROOM’S PARENTS Shayla Berkley THE CEREMONY Our Lady of Lourdes Church THE RECEPTION The Thaxton Speakeasy THE DRESS Brides by Demetrios THE BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES Brides by Demetrios THE MAID OF HONOR Lauren Oster THE BRIDESMAIDS Stephanie Eschen, Claire Eschen, Erin Moloney, Shawn Finnegan and Jessica Eschen-Goodman THE FLOWER GIRL Elise Ocenas THE BEST MAN Evan Bolesta THE GROOMSMEN George Bollozos, Dennis McCaffrey, Michael Westerheide, Casey Arcese and Peter Daprato THE RING BEARER Ryan Ocenas THE OFFICIANT Father Carl Scheble THE FLORIST Flowers to the People THE CAKE McArthur’s Bakery THE CATERER Butler’s Pantry THE BAND D. J. Uptown THE PHOTOGRAPHER Suzy Gorman
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Next month at The Ritz-Carlton, Women of Achievement will hold its 60th annual luncheon, honoring the Class of 2015, a group of 10 exceptional community volunteers who have significantly made a difference in the lives of St. Louis-area citizens. BY ROBYN DEXTER
Carol Bartle
Lise Bernstein
COMMUNITY BETTERMENT
SOCIAL JUSTICE
After retiring early from a career as a company executive, Carol Bartle began a new type of work: volunteering. She’s been a volunteer for more than 20 years, and has contributed time and money to the American Cancer Society, Art on the Square, American Heart Association, Masterworks Chorale, Zonta Club, Bethany Place, Women’s Crisis Center, Wine Dine and Jazz, Lancer Improvement Association, SWIC Foundation, and the Belleville Bicentennial Celebration Committee. Prior to retiring, she was the co-founder and president of Barcom Inc., a multi-million dollar electronic security business. The Metro East resident says she’s honored by the recognition from Women of Achievement, but she doesn’t do volunteer work to receive an award. “All of us need to give back,” she says. “I was able to retire at a young age, so I try to do something to make the world better every day.” Her philosophy is that if you do a job you love, you’ll never work a day in your life, and that is why volunteering has come easy to her. Bartle has worked tirelessly in the Belleville area, matching needs with resources. Her years of filling in details of business projects taught her how to value resources and how to shop for them. She considers asking for something as providing someone the opportunity to give, which is why she believes her volunteer efforts have been so successful. Bartle’s passion also stems from seeing the need in the region and beyond. “I see needs in this world and try to fill them if I can.”
Watching her maternal grandmother when she was younger, Lise Bernstein saw how much joy could come from volunteering. Years later, Bernstein has been able to incorporate helping others into many aspects of her life, earning her this year’s Woman of Achievement award for volunteer leadership in social justice. Bernstein has been a community volunteer in St. Louis for 25 years and currently is the president of Women’s Voices Raised for Social Justice. She is extremely passionate about the subject of gun violence and how it affects youth. “I don’t look at (gun violence) from a political standpoint; I look at it from a health standpoint,” she says. “It seems like basic common sense that guns should be locked up, yet there are all kinds of statistics about children who live in homes with unsecured guns.” Bernstein was the primary organizer of an April 2014 forum about gun violence attended by 300 health care, law enforcement, education and socialservice professionals. She also was instrumental in developing the National Council of Jewish Women’s annual Back to School Store and has focused on women, children and families in her volunteer work. She was a volunteer mentor with Mentor St. Louis in the St. Louis Public Schools, and also was a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children in the foster care system. “The most important thing that I take away from my volunteer work is that no matter what the issue or area, one person really can make a difference,” she says. “People underestimate their ability to have an impact.”
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12 Huntleigh Woods in Huntleigh $4,998,000 4 Bedrooms, 4 Full and 2 Half Baths 9,614 Square Feet On the short list of St. Louis’ finest properties, 12 Huntleigh Woods Drive is a magnificent estate exquisitely situated on two acres in the Village of Huntleigh. The Old World grandeur of the residence is artfully united with today’s conveniences to offer the perfect home for formal entertaining and everyday living. Beyond the elegant entrance hall, discover dramatic ceilings, custom millwork, stone and hardwood floors together with an unwavering attention-to-detail throughout. French doors accent the back of the home and open to a vast loggia with an outdoor living room and fireplace. Perfect for alfresco dining, the loggia overlooks the professionally landscaped grounds with fountain and sculpture. Other impressive features include a bespoke kitchen with breakfast room, wine cellar, specialty lighting and sound systems, terrace with built-in grill and turret fireplace, three car garage, parking courtyard, professional landscaping, outdoor lighting and a finished lower level.
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Sara Burke
Maxine Clark
CULTURAL ENRICHMENT
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Sara Burke grew up in a diversified environment, learning dance from the legendary Katherine Dunham, considered by many as the ‘matriarch and queen mother of black dance.’ Burke attributes much of her success and her passion for diversity to Dunham. Burke is the owner of The City Studio Dance Center in St. Louis, and also is on the Regional Arts Commission appointed by Mayor Francis Slay. In addition, she serves as chairwoman of RAC’s Diversity Initiative and Grants committees and was instrumental in the development the commission’s Diversity and Access Policy. In 2014, Burke led the commission’s efforts to establish a new grant category: the Community Social Impact Grant, which was created in response to Ferguson and is a way to address social inequities in arts. “If I walk into a board room that’s not diversified, it’s hard for me to care,” she says. “We need all voices at the table.” Burke says the most important thing she takes away from her volunteer work is seeing younger people and people of color sharing in the opportunities. “Being a dancer, I see everything in terms of movement,” she says. “We’re trying to move people in directions that include everyone.” Each day, Burke asks herself if her efforts are including people who don’t look like her. She always is working toward diversifying the arts through her roles as a choreographer, dancer, mentor, arts diversity consultant, as well as through her volunteer work. “Volunteering makes the community sparkle,” she says.
Maxine Clark may be most known in the St. Louis area for founding Build-A-Bear Workshop in 1997; but next month, she will be honored for her volunteer work in the region. As one of this year’s Women of Achievement, Clark will be recognized for her advocacy for educational equality in St. Louis. The most important thing Clark takes away from her volunteer experiences is how much making connections matters. “Volunteering matters because just one person can make a difference,” she says. “But one-plus-one can make an even bigger difference.” She stresses the importance of bringing together agencies that can support each other. “There are so many great opportunities in our community,” she says. “I like working together and connecting peoples’ strong points.” She has worked at all levels of education, and serves on a wide range of boards that oversee schooling in St. Louis, including the board of trustees for Washington University. She also has served on national councils for the George Warren Brown School of Social Work, the Olin Business School, the Skandarlaris Center for Entrepreneurial Studies and the Public Relations National Council. Clark was raised in Miami, Florida, and attributes much of her success to her schooling there. “My teachers growing up are the reason I’m able to do the work I’m doing today,” she says. “I wouldn’t have been as qualified (to do this work) if it weren’t for them. It makes perfect sense that I want other kids to have the quality education I did.”
Betsy Douglass
Dr. Ghazala Hayat
EDUCATIONAL EMPOWERMENT
MULTICULTURAL LEADERSHIP
Betsy Douglass has been a dedicated volunteer in St. Louis since she was a teenage candy striper at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Volunteer work runs in her blood; her mother, Laura Gray Jones, was a Woman of Achievement in 1971. “My goal when I was in college was to find a way to make a difference in the world,” she says. “Both my parents were very active in the community, so it was natural that I would follow in their footsteps.” Douglass currently is completing her third year as president of the board of directors of The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis. She also has worked with Care and Counseling, and Washington University and a number of other regional schools. Douglass says she’s learned two main things from her volunteer work over the years: “First, there’s always more to be done because the need is so great. Second, I’ve learned different things from every volunteer job I’ve had. (Volunteering) truly helps develop you as an individual,” she says. Douglass has served on a variety of boards and committees, and has found the work to be extremely rewarding. “It’s tremendous to work with a number of people toward a cause we all believe in,” she says. “I’ve been so fortunate to work with so many great staffs over the years. Without a great staff, nothing can get done.” She says she is honored to be included in this year’s Women of Achievement class. “We certainly don’t do this for the recognition, but it is very nice.”
Dr. Ghazala Hayat has spent her life trying to bridge the gap between religions. She has served on the Interfaith Community for the last 13 years, and has been on the board of Interfaith Partnership/Faith Beyond Walls for seven. As the first Muslim to serve as chair of the organization, she has been working to enhance relationships between Muslims and other faiths by organizing discussions and seminars in churches, synagogues and schools. Hayat also took a trip to the Middle East in 2007 with more than 20 interfaith friends to enhance understanding of other faiths through dialogue and interaction in the Middle East. “The most important thing I take away from my volunteer work is the connections I’ve made with other faiths and different cultures,” she says. “I’ve also learned much more about my own faith and culture. I’ve made some very good friends.” After Sept. 11, 2001, Hayat worked tirelessly to dispel misconceptions about Islam and the Muslim community, giving talks to different organizations. She also has a blog at The St. Louis Post-Dispatch regularly addressing issues facing Muslims and faith communities. Her volunteer career, she says, has been successful because of the teams she’s worked with. Hayat says her passion for volunteer work stems from the family values her mother instilled in her at a young age. “She always used to tell us we are the creators of our own lives,” she says. “And I believe there’s so much more to life than your own.”
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Lee Etta Hoskins
Carol Loeb
YOUTH ENRICHMENT
EDUCATIONAL PHILANTHROPY
Lee Etta Hoskins wanted to use the abilities and opportunities she has had in her life to give back to the community, and she’s done just that. Hoskins worked for the United States Postal Service for more than 40 years as a dispute resolution specialist. Though she’s an Arkansas native, she has served the St. Louis community for the past four decades. She’s spent much of her life working with youth, including serving for more than eight years with the Top Teens of America, Inc. “I always try to give back,” she says. “You have to recognize you didn’t do anything by yourself.” Hoskins says she’s so grateful that she’s in a position to be able to help others. “I want to inspire young people to do great and know that there are great opportunities out there for them,” she says. Hoskins currently serves as the councilwoman of Ward III in Berkeley, where her husband, Theodore, is the mayor. She also has been a member of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. St. Louis Chapter for more than 25 years. She previously has been recognized as one of the USPS Women of the Year and received the USPS National Diversity Award. “For many years, we didn’t have women in supervision roles (at the USPS),” she says. “It was mostly a man’s world, but we were able to break that barrier.” In addition, Hoskins has reactivated the Berkeley Youth Commission, and has organized and coordinated several food drives, health fairs and festivals. Her motto is: “Not for ourselves, but for others.”
Carol Loeb’s driving force in her life has been her passion for math and sciences. That, along with being surrounded by a variety of philanthropic role models at a young age, ignited her passion for volunteerism. “(Volunteering) is something I believe very strongly in,” she says. “I have been doing it from the time I was a candy striper at the hospital.” Carol has been a math teacher for more than 50 years, and enjoys working to make a different in the quality of education in science, technology, engineering and math. “I want girls to get involved in STEM because I think there should not be a division there,” she says. “The world is too sophisticated now.” Loeb has established the Loeb Teaching Fellows Program at Washington University Medical School and has endowed two professorships at the Medical School. She also sits on the board of trustees at the Saint Louis Science Center, where she established the Loeb prize in 1995. It has since been given to more than 100 teachers. “They told us at our college commencement to take our liberal education and go make a difference in the world,” she says. “It has stuck with me for more than 50 years.” Loeb always is seeking to make a difference in the accessibility of math and science to schools that may not have a strong curriculum. “I am so excited when I have former students come back with a PhD in math or they have a degree in science,” she says. “I just want people to give math a chance, as well as give back to the people who have been mentors for me.”
Sheri Sherman
Pamela Talley
HUMANITARIAN CONCERNS
COMMUNITY ADVOCACY
Sheri Sherman’s interests are widespread and diverse and, in turn, so are her volunteer efforts. She has been involved in everything from the Burns Recovered Support Group to the New Jewish Theater and Edison Theatre. “I have many interests, so I volunteer on many levels,” she says. “With volunteering, there’s a freedom to pick and choose the kinds of things you want to do, which is wonderful.” Four years ago, she visited the Missouri Children’s Burn Camp at Lake of the Ozarks and was inspired to create the ‘Let’s Give Burns the Boot’ event at Saks Fifth Avenue. She also joined the board of Burns Recovered Support Group and currently serves as vicepresident. She also has had a major role in the Jewish Light newspaper, and is a founding 16-year board member of the New Jewish Theater, serving as its president for the past six years. In addition, she’s been a board member of the Jewish Community Center, been in major roles for the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, and received the Women of Worth Award in 2010. “I’m extremely humbled to be in the presence of such wonderful Women (of Achievement) and great community volunteers,” she says. Sherman always says she gets more out of volunteering than she gives because it’s so rewarding. “I meet remarkable people and meet lifelong friends,” she says. And in terms of what she is involved in, Sherman lets her heart decide. “Whatever touches my heart, I connect to,” she says.
Pamela Talley’s passion for people has led her to be a recognizable volunteer in North St. Louis. Though she is a self-employed nurse practitioner, she finds time to dedicate hours of service to helping the residents of the region in positive ways. She lives in the historic Lewis Place neighborhood, and has worked to stabilize and rebuild the community as president of the Lewis Place Historical Preservation. Talley has worked closely with the McMillan Housing Development Office, tutoring 25 neighborhood kids and eventually starting a summer camp program for 40 children. “I’m one of those people who just doesn’t wait to get things done,” she says. “If something needs to be done, we do it. Oftentimes, it takes a team or group, but we get it done.” She received a community health leader award from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation in 2007, and organized the Grandparents As Parents Support Project for grandparents raising grandchildren. Talley started a community garden on a vacant lot in 2009, and worked with Gateway Greening and Triscuit and Urban Farming to expand the garden and provide fresh food to the area. When the Lewis Place neighborhood was struck by a tornado in 2010, she assisted by contacting representatives at the state and federal level, along with emergency management agencies and local churches. Through her diligent efforts, Talley was able to secure $1 million to assist families who didn’t have insurance. “My passion is for people, how they live, and where they live,” she says.
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PAUL BROWN’S PERSONS OF INTEREST
MARY ELLEN PONDER
Slay’s Second-in-Command HERE WAS A TIME WHEN MARY Ellen Ponder thought about writing greeting cards for Hallmark—maybe use her degree in English literature from Kansas to construct flowery prose on birthday cards like a lot of her classmates did—but that wasn’t going to happen. Instead, Ponder ended up in something with a bit more teeth: politics. Ponder is only 34 years old, but she has become one of the most powerful people in St. Louis City Hall. In February, she took over as the chief of staff for Mayor Francis Slay, replacing longtime chief Jeff Rainford. Ponder now has the ear of His Honor, and sets the agenda for which projects get pushed through and which don’t. “It’s amazing and a little surreal, but I love it,” the ’98 Cor Jesu grad tells me. “The mayor is the hardest-working person I know. He asks all the right questions and the hard questions, so you just can’t come in with a half-cocked idea and present it to him.” It had been a long time since I’d been in City Hall, and as we walked toward the rotunda, I remembered how much the place drips with history. The marble stairs and fixtures, the dark wood doors and brass moldings remain almost unchanged over time. On the walls hang the faded portraits of mayors past, all of them men. Several women have held powerful posts since suffrage, but Ponder is the first female to be a permanent chief of staff. I tell her I’m surprised this hadn’t happened a long time ago, to which she responds, “I didn’t think about it or even realize it until someone else said something. It didn’t even cross my mind,” she recalls. “I just thought I was the right person for the job. But sure, it’s a point of pride to be the first of anything.” Ponder is no stranger to city government. She started working for Slay as his deputy campaign manager when he ran for re-election in 2009. Slay, now the longest-standing mayor in city history, is in the middle of his fourth term. (And I don’t think I’m really breaking any news here, but Ponder did let the cat out of the bag when she told me Slay will run again in 2017.) Ponder didn’t start out to work in politics; as matter of fact, her first job was with AmeriCorps—it was a fellowship project, setting up after-school programs in Kansas City. That’s when she met a longtime lobbyist, and under the lobbyist’s guidance, watched how they “made the sausage” in Jefferson City. “I heard her giving a
state senator an earful about kids, and I told her, I want to do what you do when I grow up,” Ponder explains. “So she took me under her wing, and I became a lobbyist.” After working to influence elected officials, she went to work for them. “I learned that the way to affect policy is through politics, to create change and laws and regulations is by getting involved in who is getting elected.” The job of chief of staff is a tough one, even under the most ideal situation, but that challenge has risen to a whole new level for Ponder because of Ferguson. “I think that Ferguson was the point when something gave—there was a break and we had that chaos, and until then, people were not openly talking about race relations,” she notes. “I think we are now—it’s uncomfortable, it’s chaotic and unpleasant—but I don’t think conversation is the only thing we should be doing.” Even before the unrest, she started looking at the city’s municipal courts, wanting to make sure they weren’t becoming a doorway to a ‘debtor’s prison.’ I could tell by the way she
thought long and hard before answering questions about Ferguson issues that it’s a subject that will continue to get a lot of her—and the mayor’s—attention. She also must have empathy for the protesters: A little-known fact is that she was once a protest organizer herself. In 2006, she led an anti-war protest. “It was an exclusive fundraising event at a home in Kansas City for President Bush,” she recalls. “It was quite difficult for the President to get there; he was several hours late.” As Ponder tells me that story, her expressions were both proud and a bit sheepish, considering she’s since been on the other side of a lot of those kinds of fundraisers. As the Mayor’s chief, she has to stay on top of everything and she’s got to be tough. “You might hear some loud noises coming out of here, but I try to maintain as even keel as possible.” And inevitably, she’s got to give someone an earful. “I’m very comfortable with roughin’ it up, I can do it with the best of them.” She probably wouldn’t have been a very good fit at Hallmark.
A native St. Louisan, Paul Brown is a lifelong journalist, and previously served as a broadcaster for KMOX and KTRS radios and ABC 30. His Paul Brown Media specializes in public and media relations.
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21 Upper Ladue in Ladue $3,300,000 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full and 3 Half Baths 6,349 Square Feet This exceptionally handsome, traditional home is ideally located and situated on a breathtaking 1.9 acre lot. From the moment you enter the front door, you are welcomed with dramatic views of sweeping lawns and glorious amenities. Beautiful living room with fireplace and gracious dining room both have pretty bay windows looking out on the gorgeous setting with pool and gardens. A cozy library, with rich wood cabinetry, is adjacent to the well-appointed main floor master suite and solarium, and serves as a quiet retreat with fireplace and wet bar. The perfect heart of the home is the huge kitchen, which includes a separate entertaining kitchen for easy access from the pool, and has a peninsula with extra cabinetry, bar sink, and breakfast bar looking out to the open family room with fireplace and large breakfast area with 3 sides of windows. Upstairs you will find 4 additional bedrooms, a study and 3 full baths. Other important features include main floor laundry, front and back stairs, 2 finished lower levels, 32 x 16 heated pool, pool house, and side entry 4 bay garage.
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LIV ING THE PRESS CLUB
2015 Media Persons of the Year The Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis will honor its Media Persons of the Year on June 11 with a gala at Edwards Jones Headquarters. Leading up to the big night, stylists at Saks Fifth Avenue offered a few different looks for honorees Jennifer Blome, Don Marsh and Dr. Donald Suggs for their time in the spotlight. BY ROBYN DEXTER
ON JENNIFER BLOME: For Jennifer’s first look: Teri John’s colorblocked black and white shift is fresh and modern for spring. Classic clean lines and a minimalist silhouette is the perfect option for an evening out. David Yurman’s jewelry accentuates the look from day to night. Jennifer’s smile doesn’t hurt, either! For Look 2 (below): Escada’s embellished navy dress is the dress of the season. Classic lines with a dash of pop and sparkle, yet elegant at every turn. The Manolo Blahnik pumps bring high-stepped success to an already perfect ensemble. – Lovell Levin, Design Salon consultant
All clothing and accessories furnished by Saks Fifth Avenue at Plaza Frontenac. The Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis’ 2015 Media Persons of the Year Gala is on Thursday, June 11. Gala co-chairs are Bill Greenblatt and LN’s Trish Muyco-Tobin; honorary co-chairs are Tom and Carol Voss. For tickets, visit stlpressclub.org.
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Dr. Donald Suggs, Jennifer Blome and Don Marsh
PHOTOS BY SARAH CONARD
Jennifer Blome
Celebrating 60 Years
Join the celebration to honor the 2015 Women of Achievement Carol Bartle Lise Bernstein Sara Burke Maxine Clark Betsy Douglass Ghazala Hayat, M.D. Lee Etta Hoskins Carol B. Loeb Sheri Sherman Pamela Talley
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Tuesday, May 5, 2015
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel St. Louis Ballroom 11:15 a.m. Doors open 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Luncheon Tickets: $60 each with seating at tables of ten Reservations required and will be held at the door
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ON DON MARSH AND DR. DONALD SUGGS: Both of them are very sophisticated in their dressing. We were looking to fit their style and what they’re comfortable in. We went with darker tones. Mr. Suggs, we had in Armani, which was a beautiful cut on him: classic, Italian, with a clean line. Mr. Marsh, we had in Canali, which is also Italian, trim and sophisticated. Both of them were specific in their styles and tastes because they knew what they liked. We just added a couple of little splashes. They were pretty much dressed in Italian from head to toe. – Ann Hobs, Men’s manager
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City Spotlight A Ladue News Special Section
Chesterfield
city spotlight A Ladue News Special Section
Chesterfield
BY LISA WATSON
By The Numbers* POPULATION
PER CAPITA INCOME
47,749
$52,024
LAND AREA
NUMBER OF BUSINESSES
31.78 square miles
6,767
MEDIAN HOME VALUE GRADUATION RATE
$330,000
(Parkway School District)
91.1
percent
(Rockwood School District)
94.4
percent
*from the U.S. Census Bureau and chesterfield.mo.us
History
THE CITY OF CHESTERFIELD WAS ESTABlished in 1988, making it one of the youngest municipalities in St. Louis County. But don’t let that fool you—the region has a long history of human settlement, dating back 12,500 years, says Mark Leach, a trustee of the Missouri Archaeological Society and author of the book Chesterfield’s Ancient Past. The city’s earliest known settlement, called the Martens Site, is a mastodon hunter campsite, which was excavated by archaeologists at Washington University, he says. “They camped on a hillside overlooking a sinkhole or pond that existed in what is now Faust Park.” The hunters were there only a short time, and moved to follow their prey, he notes. Other settlements throughout the area represent all archaeological eras, Leach says, as Chesterfield’s ideal location on the banks of the Meramec and Missouri rivers made it a natural route for travel and for hunting. “It was a suburb of the greater St. Louis metropolis about 1,000 years ago—it was a suburb then, and it’s a suburb now,” he says, referring to a massive burial moundbuilding Native American culture that spread throughout the region. Like the Cahokia Mounds and those in the East St. Louis area, Chesterfield contains a large burial mound of its own. Blake Mound, named in honor of Leonard Blake, who identified it in the 1940s, sits in an undisclosed 36
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location to prevent grave-robbing. “This mound had suffered from 100 years of looting damage, but with the cooperation of the property owner, we restored it,” Leach says. The mound is related to an even larger archaeological discovery made by the Army Corps of Engineers, who uncovered a well-preserved village while making levee improvements, Leach notes. Artifacts found there include marine shell beads from the Gulf of Mexico, as well as copper ornamentation, which show advanced trade was going on at the time. The first American settlers came to the area in the late 1700s and early 1800s, says Ann Chrissos, a member of the Chesterfield Historic and Landmarks Preservation Committee. The Spanish had claim to the land, but couldn’t find settlers for it, so land grants were made available to others. James Mckay received a grant, and brought with him 300 people from Kentucky to establish Saint Andrew’s, a town in Chesterfield Valley, she notes. When the river flooded the town in 1809, the residents moved to higher ground near present-day Faust Park. The park also houses ‘Thornhill,’ the residence of Missouri’s second governor Frederick Bates, who regularly commuted to St. Charles, the state capital at the time, she adds. The name Chesterfield was first coined by Justus Post, who moved to the area in about 1817 and bought land along Wild Horse Creek Road, from Baxter to Wilson, Chrissos says. He never built anything there, but when he sold the land, his
map of the property with the name Chesterfield passed from owner to owner, and the name stuck. In the late 1800s, Christian Burkhardt and his son, Edward, expanded the area’s development, and the town of Chesterfield emerged when a railroad was built through the area, Chrissos says. The elder Burkhardt developed a general store next to the train depot, as well as a hotel, saloon and post office, she says. Edward built a number of homes north of that area, which today are on the National Historic Register. During World War II, the Chesterfield Valley became home to several prisoner-of-war camps, first housing Japanese prisoners, then Italians and Germans. Many worked as laborers in place of Americans who had joined the war effort, but were given freedom to do things like attend mass, Chrissos notes. Although escape attempts were rare, two Germans did try to get away: “They were picked up 10 days later in Waterloo, Illinois, when a farmer found these two men who couldn’t speak any English and seemed confused. He called the sheriff, who called the FBI, and determined they were the escaped POWs. They said they were heading to South America.” From 1951 to 1988, there were many attempts to incorporate Chesterfield as a city. They succeeded on June 1, 1988, and the region has experienced quick growth since then. Today, Chesterfield is known for its vibrant community, support of the arts, and its beautiful new and relatively affordable homes.
COURTESY OF MISSOURI ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Excavations at the temple site near Blake Mound
From the Mayor’s Desk CHESTERFIELD IS A YOUNG CITY (INCORPOrated in 1988) and has grown to a population of 47,484, the second largest city in the County. Our city is served by two excellent public school districts and many fine private schools. I believe this is the foundation that creates an environment where people want to live, and where businesses want to locate. Chesterfield recently was named the Safest Place to Live in Missouri by Movoto Real Estate, and we take great pride in our nationally accredited police department. We have outstanding Parks, Recreation & Arts Division staff, who continue to provide new opportunities for our residents to be active and socialize. Numerous new business developments keep our Planning & Development Services Division busy, and the Public Works staff maintains 182 miles of streets and more than 300 miles of sidewalks. We are proud of our city and grateful for the quality of life that we are so fortunate to have. Chesterfield has seen significant commercial and retail development in the past few years. Noteworthy projects include the $400 million expansion of the Monsanto’s research & development facility, the completion of the Global Headquarters of RGA (Reinsurance Group of America), Mercy’s Virtual Care Center
and, most recently, the announcement of the 800,000-square-foot expansion of St. Luke’s Desloge Outpatient Center. Not to be forgotten is the addition of the Taubman Prestige and St. Louis Premium Outlet centers, which have driven other spending on dining and hotels. We are looking forward to the Boone Bridge construction being finalized next year and the reopening of the Monarch Chesterfield Levee Trail, which will then connect across the Missouri River to the Katy Trail. The Chesterfield Amphitheater, now in its fifth season, will be the site of free concerts, movies and events on various dates throughout the summer. Returning favorite events include the Wine & Jazz Fest and the Taste of St. Louis. New this year are Vintage Market Days and Pedal the Cause. As always, we will host our fantastic 4th of July Fireworks Celebration on the west side of Chesterfield Mall. In addition to the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex (CVAC), which hosts more than 1 million visitors annually, and the Family Aquatic Center, we are fortunate to have many other parks and trails in our city. There is always something new to explore in Chesterfield for those who simply enjoy the outdoors or have an active lifestyle. As you can tell, Chesterfield has a lot to offer
Mayor Bob Nation
all ages and interests, so check out our website chesterfield.mo.us for all of the latest information and events. We hope you will visit us soon! BOB NATION MAYOR, CITY OF CHESTERFIELD
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Don’t Miss It Vintage Days
WHEN: Friday, April 24, noon-6 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, April 26, noon-4 p.m. WHERE: Chesterfield Amphitheater COST: $10 Early Buying Event Friday $5 General Admission Saturday and Sunday CONTACT: 636-812-9500, stlouis.vintagemarketdays.com St. Louis Vintage Market Days is an upscale, vintage-inspired outdoor market making its debut in Chesterfield this year! Guests can browse and purchase homemade art, clothing, antiques, jewelry, home decor, outdoor furnishings, seasonal plantings and more. Live music and food options also are on tap at this unique event.
Earth Day WHEN: Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. WHERE: Chesterfield Mall
The Chesterfield Citizens Committee for the Environment hosts this free community event, which is open to all ages. Participants can visit with informational exhibitors and vendors selling up-cycled and recycled art and craft items. A drivethrough recycling area will accept recyclables, and a Youth in Science Expo will display Science Fair exhibits. Free confidential document shredding will be provided by Shred-It (five-box limit), and the Citizens Alliance for Positive Youth (CAPY) and the Chesterfield Police Department will be collecting prescription and over-the-counter medications, inhalers, ointments and patches. In an effort to help with the Monarch Butterfly population, a limited supply of milkweed plants will be given away, along with other native plant giveaways.
Chesterfield Wine & Jazz Festival
WHERE: West Side of Chesterfield Mall FOR DETAILS: chesterfield.mo.us
Taste of St. Louis WHEN: Sept. 18-20
Chesterfield Wine & Jazz Festival
WHERE: Chesterfield Amphitheater
WHEN: Saturday, June 27, 3:30-10:30 p.m.
FOR DETAILS: tastestl.com
LOCATION: Chesterfield Amphitheater
Pedal the Cause
FOR DETAILS: chesterfieldjazzfestival.com
WHEN: Sept. 26-27
COST: Free
Fourth of July Celebration
WHERE: Chesterfield Amphitheater
CONTACT: 636-537-4000, chesterfield.mo.us
WHEN: Saturday, July 4
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Deloney explains, “we determine your personal recipe for healthy weight and healing using resonant frequencies”. When the cells of your body are exposed to “pollen” or “bacteria”, the exposed cells elicit a cellular response. Everything in life has a resonant frequency (vibrational frequency, how the molecules vibrate)…including pollen, bacteria, hormones, neurotransmitters, etc. If your cells are exposed to the resonant frequency of pollen, without the presence of pollen, your cells will have the same response as if they were exposed to the pollen itself.
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Simply Health Chiropractic 126 Hilltown Village Center, 636-590-4686, simplyhealthchiro.com Stop sickness from cramping your lifestyle with a tailored wellness program designed by Simply Health. Unlike conventional medicine, which concentrates on attempting to treat disease once it occurs, Simply Health works to reduce the risk of pain and illness from the onset. Its program will specifically target your wellness needs, using the least invasive, yet highly effective, techniques and services. Pictured: Dr. Bryan Deloney
LIV ING
ORGANIZED OUTLOOK
DECLUTTERING
Own Your Space
A
BY LISA WATSON
AH, SPRING! THE FLOWERS are blooming, the birds are chirping...are you feeling energized for a little spring cleaning? We knew you were, so we asked local professional organizers about the best ways to get started on your decluttering projects. Before you dive in, it’s important to take stock and ask yourself what your goals are, the experts agree. “You should know why you’re doing it and what you’re after,” says certified professional organizer Janine Adams, owner of Peace of Mind Organizing. “Some people want to be able to open the door if someone drops by; some people just want to be able to find their keys. Then, when you’re making decisions about what to let go of, you can ask, Do I love it?, Do I use it?, and Will this item contribute to my vision for the space?” For example, if you have 10 corkscrews, you might use them all and like them all—but if you can’t close the drawer because it’s too full, it might be time to pare back, she says. “Part of the reason it’s so important to set goals is so we can match the goal with reality,” adds Shelly Collins, owner of Clutter Contained. “For example, if the goal is to have an organized closet where all of your clothes fit, and your closet is currently overflowing, the reality is that you will either need to downsize your wardrobe or come up with alternate storage.” Jennifer Williams, president of St. Louis Closet Co., says the coat closet is a great place to start your spring cleaning. Start by taking everything out, and have family members (especially the kids) try on all the coats, hats and gloves, she says. Then make three piles: a donation pile for things that no longer fit, a trash pile, and a pile for items that need mending or washing. While everything is cleared out is a great time to clean shelving, and even add a fresh coat of paint, extra hooks or new hangars if needed. “Then you can put everything away, go outside and bask in the spring sun, and feel incredibly accomplished!” she says. For bigger projects, Collins suggests starting by sorting like items. Say you’re working on a bedroom closet: “Put the sweaters with sweaters, jeans with jeans, and slacks with slacks. That makes it a lot easier for your brain to make decisions about items...You can look at all the sweaters at once and identify which ones you wear and love, and whether you have enough or far too many.” One method she uses is called ‘friends, acquaintances, strangers.’ “Say we pulled 20 coffee mugs out of a cabinet: Identify which ones are your friends (the ones you grab first), which are acquaintances (the
next thing you’ll grab if your friends are dirty), and which are the strangers (the ones you only use if that’s the only option).” Friends are automatic keepers; strangers are automatic throw-aways. Acquaintances are up for discussion, depending on your needs, she says. For many people, paper is the No. 1 problem, Collins adds. “People think they’re hiring me because they’ve accumulated too much; but the real reason is that they need a good system—a system that works for them.” Mail, for example, often gets tossed on the counter. “If we’re lucky, they pick out the important things—the bills get paid and the wedding RSVPs go out—and the junk mail sits. If we’re not lucky, the important things get lost in the stack.” So, she says, “when any paper comes in, it needs somewhere to go.” She suggests getting some hanging folders and labeling them with categories like “to pay,” “to do,” and “future” (for things that you won’t act on for more than a month). Once you’ve finished your decluttering project,
it’s important to leave enough time to put everything away, Adams notes, so that you can enjoy your success. And remember, living clutter-free is a journey, not a destination. “Once you’ve gotten organized, you have to weed constantly.” She suggests adopting a one-in, one-out rule to keep things under control. “I’ve been doing this for 10 years, and I truly believe less is more,” Adams says. “There’s a cost associated with keeping stuff that you don’t use or love: There’s a potential physical cost if you can’t maintain your home because of the clutter; and if you keep something that’s mocking you because you bought it and you’re not using it, you’re beating yourself up more.” She adds, “When you let go of stuff, life gets easier. When people de-clutter, their spirits are lighter and sometimes they even physically look lighter, because they’re letting the excess out of their life.” To find a certified organizer to help with your decluttering project, visit the National Association of Professional Organizers at napostl.com.
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ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE
Visualize the Possibilities... BY BRITTANY NAY
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AINTAINING THE JUGGLING ACT OF PERSONAL AND professional commitments can be tough to master. That’s why LN recently spoke with two local life coaches, who help people organize their work and family obligations to achieve more meaning in their lives. Jill Farmer, of Jill Farmer Coaching and author of There’s Not Enough Time: ...And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves, recommends starting to organize your life by using a daily to-do list. “Many people don’t use a to-do list. They try to keep track of things in their heads, and that’s always going to be a sure-fire way to forget things or get behind because our short-term memory isn’t designed to handle things like to-do lists.” She advises creating a to-do list for today of five things in priority order, with the most important Continued on page 44
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Continued from page 42 first. “Don’t put everything in your life on it. Put things on it at specific times on a calendar, instead of on a massive to-do list, because priorities get hidden. A lot of times, people spend time focusing on urgent things, and it’s really more important to focus on the important things.” In addition, create a two-minute task list of five things and set a timer for 10 minutes. “This can be things like writing a check for the dry cleaner, taking laundry to everyone’s bedrooms, or making a veterinarian appointment,” she explains. “This will get these things out of the way and clear brain space.” Farmer also says it’s important for people to “know their why.” “We often get sucked into doing things because it’s the way we’ve always done them, or we are seeking the approval of others. So, we should pause for a second, and ask ourselves why we are really doing something. It can be a really powerful way to filter things that are wasting our time and screwing up our focus. It helps us get in a place where we can really discern and decide how we want to be spending time, instead of being like a pinball in a machine just bouncing around.” Farmer also recommends using technology strategically. While it can be a great tool, technology’s instantaneous nature can be addictive, and
can keep us from giving ourselves time to breathe and be present, she says. “I recommend putting technology in a container: Pick three to four times a day to check email, instead of every time the buzzer goes off; and tell friends and family you don’t answer phone calls or texts before or after certain times, and that you try to get back to emails within a certain time limit—you pick the boundaries. But have a strategy for how to use it; otherwise, people are checking email on their phone, tablet or desktop computer constantly, and things are not getting replied to, getting deleted or not getting filed where they need to go.” Life and business coach Jenny Beilsmith, founder of The Prosperous Path, says one of the first steps to having a more organized life is being clear about what you really want. “Many people are running around working and (being busy) at home, but they are never really present,” she says. “It’s about setting boundaries over your time— when you’re working, be at work; and when you’re at home, be with your kids.” To make changes in your life, Beilsmith advises a step-by-step process: Get clear about what you want, define your life goals for the year, figure out what is standing in your way, picture what your life would look like if you could have those things you want, then map out an action plan. Turning to friends and family for support is key to the accountability, and, in turn, the success of
these actions plans, she adds. “When you share your vision out loud, it’s no longer just a dream in your head. When you ask people to support you, it becomes a real entity and keeps it in motion,” she notes. Beilsmith and Farmer also endorse the use of vision boards to organize your life and realize your dreams. “Many people kind of let life happen to them, instead of creating a road map of what they want,” Beilsmith says. A vision board is a visual representation depicting your goals and dreams. “This visioning process helps to make your aspirations more real and attainable. The very act of creating the vision board tells your mind what’s important by adding clarity to your desires, and feelings to your vision,” Beilsmith says. “It’s simple…we become what we think about.” To create a vision board, gather a blank posterboard and a stack of various magazines, Farmer explains. “You don’t have to have a specific agenda of how it will look—let the images do the imagining for you. As you look through the magazines, select images you find fun and invigorating or curious, cut them out and create a collage of them on your posterboard.” Hang up the posterboard in a place where you will see it daily, Beilsmith recommends, to get inspired, think about what actions you can do to reach your goals and keep that dream in the forefront of your mind.
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family center in Delaware, Longwood was created by Pierre S. du Pont, great-great-grandson of the first American Pierre. Longwood began with du Pont’s efforts to save the old Pierce Park arboretum’s specimen trees slated to be cut for timber in 1906. He acquired 202 acres that year, and eventually expanded it to more than 1,000 acres. Longwood offers stunning seasonal floral displays indoors and out. With elegant, classic conservatories and water gardens filled with fountains, the estate features music, color, sculpture and entertainment. From the fabulous holiday floral display to the celebratory summer fireworks, there is something to be enjoyed at Longwood any day of the year. As Pierre du Pont’s wealth and influence grew (while he served as president of both du Pont de Nemours and General Motors), the gardens evolved into a magnificent personal treasure. It now is open to the public at the rate of about 1 million guests per year. longwoodgardens.org
Nemours Mansion and Gardens Just north of Wilmington, along the du Pont Historic Corridor of Highway 141, is Nemours Mansion and Gardens. It was built in 1910 for his second wife, Alicia, by Alfred I. du Pont, greatgrandson of E.I. du Pont and first-cousin to Pierre. The Louis XVI chateau was designed by Carrere and Hastings, and reaches back to the du Pont family’s cultural heritage. The house contains more than 70 rooms filled with antique French furniture, rare carpets and a stunning collection of art. Stroll out of the mansion into the largest formal French gardens in America, and enjoy the classic vista, called the ‘Long Walk,’ which leads to a huge pool and fountain. Following the historic style of the gardens of the Petit Trianon at Versailles, the landscape includes traditional European elements of figurative sculptures, parterres, sunken gardens and a Temple of Love. Substantial restoration work was completed a few years ago and the gardens are impressive in scope and quality. Opening for the
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LN LANDSCAPE season on May 1, tickets are separate for house and garden visits, with timed tours and limited openings making reservations strongly recommended. nemoursmansion.org Winterthur Museum and Country Estate My graduate research on Rhododendrons brought me to Winterthur for the first time some 40 years ago, and I return as often as possible. Not as well-known as her big sister, Longwood, this estate holds much charm and beauty, with elegant natural gardens featuring billowing azaleas, broad paths and winding trails. At 982 acres, the estate of Henry Francis du Pont includes a significant house museum filled with American art and antiques, and is surrounded by pastoral rolling hills. Henry, another great grandson of E.I. du Pont, was an accomplished horticulturist who designed and implemented a Robinsonian-style garden, ‘Wild Garden,’ at Winterthur. Mr. du Pont was awarded the Garden Clubs of America Medal of Honor for the marvelous gardens he created. Only a few miles away from Longwood, one would be tempted to try and visit them both in the same day. You would be well satisfied if you spent a whole day each of them. General admission tickets for Winterthur are good for two consecutive days; and include a garden tram tour and access to the gardens, an introductory house tour and admission to the galleries and special exhibitions. winterthur.org
The Copeland Estate ‘Mt. Cuba’ Many garden-lovers have yet to visit the Mt. Cuba Center at the former estate of Lammot du Pont Copeland, nephew of Longwood’s Pierre, as it was opened to the public less than 10 years ago. With 50 acres of gardens and 500 acres of natural areas, it is dedicated to educating the public about native plants and protecting the natural environment. The more cultivated gardens surround the home at the center of the estate and the natural areas, filled with wild flowers and nature trails, fan out from there. Mt. Cuba has the best collection of trilliums and terrestrial orchids I have ever seen. Mt. Cuba combines horticulture, research and conservation to get its educational message out. It also has been very active in plant introductions and the study of the native plants of the Piedmont. The horticulture staff researches cultivation techniques (they have mastered growing lady’s slipper orchids!), and introduced selections of native plants to the nursery industry. Two recent releases have been the aster ‘Purple Dome’ and the goldenrod ‘Autumn Fleece’. mtcubacenter.org The Chateau District of Delaware The Brandywine Valley is not just about gardens. The Hagley Museum showcases many DuPont Family inventions and innovations. Eleutherian Mills, the first du Pont home built in America, is on the grounds here. For the art lover, a final stop might be the Brandywine River
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ROM ITS FIRST MEETINGS IN members’ homes in the late 1800s, the St. Louis Artists’ Guild has worked to spread its mission of inspiring art e x p e r i e n c e s t h ro u g h exhibitions and education. Almost 130 years later, they will take that same mission to a new home in downtown Clayton. William K. Bixby, The former benefactor and past Famous-Barr buildpresident of the Guild ing at 7447 Forsyth Blvd. is the perfect new space to serve the Guild’s needs, with about 5,000-squarefeet of contemporary galleries for exhibitions and room for art education programming—the Continued on page 52
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DIV ER SIONS organization’s two main goals throughout its 129-year history, explains Guild executive director Kathryn Nahorski. A Grand Opening Week from May 30 through June 5 will usher in the next chapter of the Guild, with a number of festivities slated for the new space. On May 30, Move! The Party! will kick off at 6 p.m. with dinner, music and interactive art projects for $75 per person. On May 31, longtime Guild member and prestigious plein air artist Billyo O’Donnell will lead a Paint Out/Draw In from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For a $10 registration fee, artists can create works depicting the models and still lifes set up for the event at the new Guild location and at Forest Park. “The public can visit with the artists and see what they are drawing and painting,” says past president Karen Glines. At 3 p.m., a wine and cheese reception will be held as artists vote on the pieces created that day. First, second and third place winners will be awarded. On June 5, the first exhibition, Move!, juried by popular regional artist Bryan Haynes, will be unveiled in the new space, with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Artist submissions still are being accepted for this exhibit, Glines notes. The new space officially opens to the public on June 2, with hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday
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through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Former homes of the Guild have ranged from the Central West End to Webster Groves and Clayton. A group of Washington University professors formed the Guild in 1886, and met in members’ homes and various locations until a building was specially designed by architect Louis Spiering at North Union Street. Exhibitions showcased the work of Thomas Hart Benton and George Caleb Bingham, among other famous Missouri artists of the time; and Tennessee Williams’ plays were staged in its theater. The space also was a popular social gathering place for costume balls and other high-profile events, Glines notes. The location was funded by members and civic leaders, including Guild co-founder and past president William K. Bixby, whose great-great grandson, William Bixby Sheldon, serves today as the organization’s advisory board chairman. The Guild moved from the location on Union to a building at 227 E. Lockwood Ave. in 1973. In 1995, another move was made to the historic mansion in Clayton’s Oak Knoll Park. Through the years, the Guild has grown to almost 500 members. “The many artists involved with the Guild do different types of media, and we have hosted exhibits from artists across the country,” Nahorski says. “We are a very welcoming organization to all artists. We are looking forward to the next chapter of the Guild.”
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That’s the Ticket SO, WE HAVE TWO DRIVERS IN THE BALDWIN household these days. Let me clarify: two teenage drivers, bringing the total number of drivers to four. Cranky is 17, and has been driving with some degree of success for more than a year. Whiny, 16, became a licensed driver in January. It’s all very exciting...very, very exciting. Regardless of the presence of teenage drivers in your home, I’m sure it’s not difficult to imagine the double-edged sword that it is. On the upside, you have an eager, willing driver who will go anywhere at any hour: run errands, get groceries, pick up siblings. It’s like all those years of nurturing and self-sacrifice finally have paid off. On the downside, you have an eager, willing driver who will go anywhere at any hour... For every moment of feeling unburdened and aided, there is an equal moment of anxiety and melodrama. Every time one of them leaves to go to a friend’s, the shower of relief that they can drive themselves is quickly followed by a lightning bolt of fear about what could happen along the way. It’s very yin/yang. Then, of course, there’s that middle ground: the gray area between smoothsailing and accident or injury. The annoying, but not life-threatening, expensive, but not bankrupting, aspect of a teen driver: the ticket. I don’t know how long it has been since you were cited for a moving violation, but let me assure you, times have changed. Gone are the days of the 45-minute slow roast in your car while the officer does God-knows-what on the radio. A ticket these days takes no time at all—I mean, a girl can barely get in a hair flip and a giggle before the computerprinted citation is being shoved in my face—but I digress. Teens and tickets...we’re discussing teens and tickets. Cranky has received an impressive variety of
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While We’re Young WASTED YOUTH? RATING: 8 out of 10
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ERTAIN MOVIES are targeted for certain age demographics, so, this film may not hit home with everyone. Despite your age bracket, however, it would be impossible not to see the brilliance of this story. Cornelia (Naomi Watts) and Josh (Ben Stiller) are a hip Manhattan couple—he’s a documentarian, she’s a producer—in a rut. Cornelia and Josh suffered through miscarriages in their 30s. Now in their 40s, they have resigned themselves to a full but childless marriage. After teaching a college class one day, Josh meets Jamie (Adam Driver) and his wife Darby (Amanda Seyfried), a pair of free-spirited 20-somethings who are up for any adventure. Cornelia and Josh are captivated by the younger duo’s youthful lust for adventure; so when Jamie seeks Josh’s help with a strangely compelling documentary, Josh agrees. And that’s when things get weird. The story is plot-driven, but it is not as simple as solving a puzzle. The puzzle to be solved here has more to do with Josh and Cornelia figuring out that life is not to be lived on a metaphorical (or literal) treadmill, and the answers aren’t in a Google search bar. The foursome are absolutely spot-on in their performances—and the delightful appearance of Charles Grodin as Cornelia’s father is the icing on the cake. In the end, the film is intelligent, insightful and surprisingly funny.
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The Rime of the Ancient Mariner BY MARK BRETZ
THE STORY A sailor on the high seas wantonly kills a bird for no reason. His senseless act sets in motion a series of events that lead to the terrible deaths of all of his shipmates, casting him adrift on the ocean with only his thoughts of regret as companions. After a terrifying adventure, he is saved by God and by the spirit of Nature. Subsequently, he embarks on a quest to tell his harrowing story of conversion—from heartless killer to grateful, redeemed soul—to anyone he perceives can learn from it.
HIGHLIGHTS Director Patrick Siler’s adaptation of Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s epic poem about a mariner who endures unspeakable suffering after committing a callous act was first given a staged reading by Upstream Theater four years ago. Now, it’s being presented as a one-act ‘lyrical ballad’ in a handsome, richly rewarding presentation that artistically weaves music and literature together to tell this haunting tale. Siler shrewdly utilizes the talents of local musical duo Sleepy Kitty to further energize his engaging, inspired adaptation. A trio of players comprised of Jerry Vogel as the title character, and Shanara Gabrielle and Patrick Blindauer in multiple roles come together to bring vital realization to Coleridge’s enchanting verse story. Vogel has that lean and hungry look that serves well for characters caught in the aftermath of some terrible experience, as well as the intelligence to carefully craft a depiction of such a worldweary character. His Ancient Mariner is filled with terror over what his thoughtless actions have caused, not just for himself but for his comrades, who viewed the albatross as a good-luck harbinger on their journey. The title character’s angst and regret over his impulsive action are etched in Vogel’s anguished face and affecting deliverance of the Mariner’s remorse. Gabrielle and Blindauer provide intriguing backup in a number of roles in their ensemble portrayals. They, along with Vogel, offer a lyrical description of the Mariner’s plight, not only in their dialogue, but also chanting the highly infectious tunes composed for this adaptation by Paige Brubeck and Evan Sult of Sleepy Kitty under Brubeck’s insightful musical direction. There’s a glitch here and there with Blindauer’s sometimes awkward movements. Essentially, though, this is a riveting and sobering enactment of one of the greatest poems in the English language, rich in descriptive poetry and enhanced with music that captures the essence of Coleridge’s romantic verse. The Rime of the Ancient Mariner is a moving and musical literary lesson that re-invigorates the ages-old human quest for salvation and redemption.
GROUP: Upstream Theater VENUE: Kranzberg Arts Center, 501 N. Grand Blvd. DATES: April 17-19 TICKETS: $20-$30; upstream theater.org RATING: A 4.5 on a scale of 1-to-5. More reviews available at laduenews.com WOMAN IN GOLD PHOTO BY ROBERT VIGLASKY, THE RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER PHOTO COURTESY OF PROPHOTOSTL.COM
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Our local liquid culture continues to gain national attention. The website Thrillist recently included St. Louis on its list of the Seven Most Underrated Cocktail Cities in America. The site specifically calls out Planter’s House, Taste, Blood & Sand and The Gin Room at Cafe Natasha’s for their cocktail offerings. Congrats all around!
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Schlafly is introducing a new beer to honor the St. Louis Public Library’s 150th anniversary. The new brew, dubbed St. Louis Public Library Peated Scotch Ale, was created to honor Andrew Carnegie’s gift to the library more than 100 years ago, as well as his Scottish background. In addition, at last week’s unveiling ceremony at the Schlafly Tap Room, TOM SCHLAFLY presented the library with a check for $3,811.00. The amount represents one dollar for every vote cast for Schlafly Kolsch in the final round of The Washington Post’s recent Beer Madness competition, which Schlafly won. In addition to this limitedrelease beer, two other St. Louis icons will be introducing products to commemorate the library’s milestone: This summer, Ted Drewes will create a commemorative treat, and Pi Pizzeria will create a celebratory dish sometime this fall. We can’t wait! Kudos to Dominic’s Restaurant. The longtime Hill favorite recently made Open Table’s 100 Top Romantic Restaurants list. Medina Mediterranean Grill is now open for business at 1327 Washington Ave. Time to start planning that Mother’s Day celebration. Along with its stunning views, Cielo Restaurant & Bar will be offering more than 70 items and multiple action stations for its annual Mother’s Day brunch, including prime rib, salmon en croute, fresh seafood, a wide variety of pastas, marinated smoked shrimp, beef carpaccio and breakfast station, to name a few. Cost is $90 for adults, and $35 or children ages 5 through 12 (it’s free for children 4 and younger). Bixby’s at The Missouri History Museum is one of the latest area eateries to introduce a new spring menu: The bill of fare features such delicacies as Wild Mushroom Flatbread, Strawberry & Rhubarb Spinach Salad and Spring Pea & Asparagus Risotto, along with a new selection of seasonal libations.
Zydeco Blues
Bring On the Blues
BY SIDNEY LEWIS
IN OUR OPINION, SOME OF THE MOST comforting of comfort food comes out of New Orleans, with its delicious portfolio flavors that are at once classic Southern, while also being very much The Big Easy’s own thing. Lucky for us, St. Louis has some great purveyors of these dishes. The latest one to catch our eye is Zydeco Blues, which recently opened in Des Peres. The restaurant is located at the end of a fairly nondescript strip mall that also includes a spa and a DMV office. Definitely not much in the way of New Orleans flavor outside, and the interior is fairly spartan, as well. The focal points are a mural of some musical giants on the wall, and a gorgeous, massive bar that looks like something out of a 19th-century hotel. The lack of stereotypical Big Easy accoutrements like Mardi Gras beads or giant crawfish was actually pretty refreshing. While the decor might not scream NOLA, the Zydeco Blues menu most certainly does. It’s chock full of classic takes on all sorts of beloved staples, from oysters to Po’ Boys to red beans and rice. We started off with some Crawfish Pot Stickers ($10), a cup of Gumbo ($5; bowl, $8), and the restaurant’s delicious bread service—a trio of savory beignets with honey butter. The pot stickers consist of a crawfish stuffing inside tender wonton wrappers with a bit of soy ginger sauce and some cabbage slaw alongside. The gumbo was quite authentic—full of chicken, andouille sausage and rice—and definitely on the spicier side, just the way it should be.
We then segued into two of our Crescent City favorites: Jambalaya ($11) and Crawfish Etouffee ($13). The jambalaya was full of chunks of chicken, andouille and tasso ham, with plenty of white rice. The etouffee, which is based on a rich red sauce instead of a roux, has plenty of crawfish tails in the mix, along with the ubiquitous white rice. As befits tradition, the gumbo, jambalaya and etouffee are flavored with the Holy Trinity of bell pepper, onion and celery. Too often, we’ve ordered these dishes and have had them taste almost indistinguishable from each other. Certainly, they have some ingredients in common, but they are two distinct entities that vary in texture and spice. The back-ofthe-house folks at Zydeco Blues definitely know this to be true and put out some fine examples of both. We washed this feast down with a couple of Abita Ambers ($4). The bar also has a small but solid list of whiskies to choose from, which we intend to indulge in next time around. The upside to being located in a shopping center is that Zydeco Blues has an abundance of parking available; and it’s right at the confluence of Manchester Road and I-270 so getting there is no problem. The restaurant also features live music on the weekends for those who want to cut a rug whilst enjoying a little bit of NOLA in the Lou. 858-1188, 1090 Old Des Peres Road, zydecobluesstl.com
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OU ARE WHAT YOU EAT— Words that many of us probably have heard at some point in our lives, perhaps while eating something indulgent; and more than likely, the talk wasn’t about promoting the good health of our body. But one nonprofit in town takes the idea of eating healthy a step further by taking the health and welfare of Mother Earth into consideration. According to executive director Cassandra Hage, Green Dining Alliance (GDA) is a fairly young organization that already is fostering an awareness of sustainability for our planet, while encouraging us to know more about the food we are eating. “You know, we say that you are what you eat, and we eat three times a day,” Hage says. “Especially when it comes to sustainability, it is incredibly true that each time we eat, we have a huge opportunity to make an impact on the world, from the food that we are consuming, where it comes from and how it is prepared, to how the waste is being handled afterward. It’s all very connected—it’s a good reminder that we are all connected to the earth. We are dependent on the earth. It’s just one little thing that we can do over and over again to make a huge collective impact on our planet.” Hage notes that the beginnings of GDA stem from the very first Earth Day Festival celebrated in St. Louis back in 1970. But it wasn’t until 1989 that the Earth Day celebration became an annual event in Forest Park. “And that was the birthplace of our organization,” Hage recalls. “Green Dining Alliance began at the end of 2011 on a very small shoestring budget; and in 2013, the organization received a more significant grant to successfully push out the program more broadly.” And with the 2015 Earth Day Festival scheduled for April 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Muny grounds in Forest Park, GDA continues to advocate for green dining. “For Earth Day this year, along with educational, hands-on activities and entertainment on three stages, we have quite a few GDA members participating in the café, showcasing what’s out there in the green dining scene in St. Louis. We have offered a green café for many years: We eliminated bottled water, high-fructose corn syrup and fried foods, and we have worked with our food vendors to showcase sustainability.” Pretty early on, GDA realized that one of the biggest impacts it could have was working with food vendors and the materials they were bringing to events, helping them to make sure that their waste products were recycled and composted. “Having those communications with the
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Cassandra Hage at Avenue in Clayton, one of Green Dining Alliance’s Shades of Green-rated establishments.
Seedz Cafe has earned five ‘Shades of Green’ from the Green Dining Alliance, the highest sustainability rating for local restaurants.
vendors, we realized that there really was an opportunity to educate restaurants on best practices and sustainability,” Hage notes. “We realized pretty quickly that we could multiply the impact quite a bit by going from just a one-day or weekend event to every day of operations in a year for restaurants. We just really wanted to more work more closely with restaurants, starting with that
gateway of recycling and considering waste, and then broadening the conversation to local foods, organic ingredients, and looking in all areas of operation, including water, electricity and chemical usage.” So for GDA, its focus moved from just working with vendors to consulting with restaurants, and a certification process guiding those restaurants to become GDA members. According to Hage, a Green Dining District consists of 25 percent or more of the locally owned restaurants in a community being GDA-certified. “Maplewood is our first Green Dining District and it has been very well received—it’s a model that we are looking to replicate,” Hage notes. The city of Maplewood and the business district have really gotten on board with the program, with the city subsidizing about 50 percent of the membership fee for restaurants.” While the certification process, according to Hage, includes looking at a matrix of operational procedures, as well as energy efficiency equipment and cleaning supplies, other unique business practices will earn a restaurant ‘additional points’ in its GDA star rating. “One of our categories is Innovations, and a good example of this is Lulu’s
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Local Eatery, which grows its own herbs on the roof of its food truck,” Hage says. “Benefits of the program include use of our logo and the restaurant’s GDA star rating for promotion and for educating its diners. Also, some of the larger restaurants like Schlafly, which has made sustainability a focal point, will have someone on staff whose sole responsibility is to research best practices, but vendors and smaller restaurants really cannot afford such a staff person. So, we become that resource for the smaller restaurant and do the extra legwork and provide the expertise.” Hage explains t h a t m o n t h ly Dine Out Nights can more than take care of a r e s t a u ra n t ’s annual membership fee. “With our Dine Out Nights, we will select a restaura n t — we c a l l a ‘ buycott’ or t h e o p p os i te of boycott—to p ro m o te a n d Whisk bakeshop is among the highest-rated drive customers establishments by the GDA. to a restaurant,” she says. “Often times, in just one evening, the membership fee is covered with the increase in sales through that event. For diners, it’s a great opportunity to try a new restaurant and to get out and support the restaurants, which bought into the program and to share better values and sustainability.” May’s Dine Out Night will be May 7 at Schlafly Bottleworks; and on June 4, the theme will be a Café Crawl, with Whisk: A Sustainable Bake Shop, Gelateria del Leone and Foundation Grounds Café & Coffee House participating. While GDA offers a variety of ways for people to get involved and volunteer, including working at events, Hage explains other ways for the public to make an impact. “When diners have a favorite restaurant that they already know is doing great things, they can print a calling card from our website (greendiningalliance.org) that basically says, Sustainability is very important to me and I think it should be important to you, too, so please check out Green Dining Alliance and get certified.” She says another way is for diners to recommend a restaurant for GDA to pursue. “But probably the easiest way to get involved with the program is to just dine out at GDA-certified restaurants and frequent them often.”
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THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Comedy ensues when a Victorian musical troupe delivers its rendition of an unfinished Charles Dickens mystery in Stray Dog Theatre’s The Mystery of Edwin Drood, playing at Tower Grove Abbey. Various times. $20-$25. 865-1995 or straydogtheatre.org.
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND The Black Rep presents the musical fairy tale, Once on this Island, at Washington University’s Edison Theatre. Various times. $35-$45. 534-3810 or theblackrep.org.
HOME DESIGN TOUR Explore beautiful local homes during the Junior League of St. Louis’ Home Design Tour. 9 a.m.3 p.m. 822-2344 or jlsl.lorg. SPRING FLING Experience up-close encounters with rescued horses and farm animals during the Spring Fling at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $10-$20 per car of three or more guests; free for kids 12 and younger. 636-583-8759 or longmeadowrescueranch.org.
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FROM LIGHT TO DARK On view at Art Saint Louis, a multimedia exhibition will showcase drawing, painting, photography, sculpture and video works by more than 50 artists from Missouri, Illinois and Indiana. 241-4810 or artsaintlouis.org.
4/21 AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS New York Timesbestselling author, humorist and This American Life contributor David Sedaris will appear at the Peabody Opera House. 7:30 p.m. $40-$55. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com. MICHIO KAKU Maryville University’s St. Louis Speakers Series closes the season with theoretical physicist Michio Kaku at Powell Hall. 8 p.m. $285-$425, series subscription. 534-1700 or stlouisspeakersseries.org.
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4/23-25 THE BEST OF SECOND CITY Chicago’s famed comedy troupe will bring its best sketches to the Touhill Performing Arts Center. Various times. $33$35. 516-4949 or touhill.org.
4/24 ST. LOUIS TEEN TALENT COMPETITION The fifth annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition presented by The Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation will feature local talent performing for scholarships and prizes at the Fox Theatre. 8 p.m. Free. fabulousfox.com.
JOURNEY WEST Step back into the 19th century to experience life on the Western frontier at the Historic Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $6-$12. danielboonehome.com.
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4/24-5/10 THE ODD COUPLE Dramatic License Productions presents Neil Simon’s classic comedy, The Odd Couple, at the Dramatic License Theatre in Chesterfield Mall. Various times. $18-$25. 636-821-1746 or dramaticlicenseproductions.org.
4/25 ST. LOUIS TIONOL Traditional Irish musicians from throughout the U.S., Canada and Ireland will perform at The Sheldon Concert Hall. 8 p.m. $15-$18. 534-1111 or thesheldon.org. VARIETY’S DINNER WITH THE STARS Grammy Awardwinning R&B artist Toni Braxton will headline Variety’s annual Dinner with the Stars at the Peabody Opera House. 8 p.m. $65. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com.
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4/22-25 HERB DAYS PLANT SALE The St. Louis Herb Society and Garden Gate Shop will present a wide selection of fresh herbs and cookbooks, as well as demonstrations, at the Missouri Botanical Garden. $4-$8. Various times. 577-5100 or mobot.org. 4/25 WEBSTER GROVES HERB SOCIETY HERB SALE Find a variety of rare herbs, as well as garden books and demonstrations, at Webster Groves First Congregational Church. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 739-9925 or wgherbs.org.
4/24-25 THE IMPRESARIO Gateway Opera will perform Mozart’s The Impresario at the Kranzberg Arts Center. 7 p.m. $20. 800-838-3006 or gatewayopera.org.
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SWEET ON STRAYS Sweetology, Stray Rescue and Gateway Pet Guardians will present a fun-filled event featuring an appearance by Randy Grim of Stray Rescue, adoptable pets, dog treat decorating classes, local pet vendors and sweet treats at Sweetology in Ladue. 1-3 p.m. sweetology.com. CELEBRATING MAYA ANGELOU Local poets will read from Maya Angelou’s work during a program hosted by St. Louis Poetry Center, followed by a reception including live music, appetizers, and silent and live auctions, at the Probstein Club House in Forest Park. 4-7 p.m. $50. stlouispoetrycenter.org.
FAIRE IS THE HEAVEN The Bach Society of Saint Louis will close its season with Faire is the Heaven at Second Presbyterian Church. 3 p.m. $20-$40. bachsociety.org.
4/25-26 SPRING PLANT SALE Local gardeners are invited to peruse a selection of perennials, annuals, herbs, vegetables and shrubs at Heman Park Community Center. Various times. 973-6062 or ucityinbloom.org.
CHECK THIS OUT 4/20 AN EVENING WITH LOU BROCK AND RED SCHOENDIENST The St. Louis Cardinals will host an appearance by All-Star outfielder Lou Brock and All-Star player-turned-manager Red Schoendienst at Busch Stadium that will include a questionand-answer session, a cocktail party on the warning track, a photo opportunity with the 1967 World Series trophy, and dinner and drinks at the Redbird Club. 6-10 p.m. $225. cardinals.com/events.
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and maps. Attendees interested in a free appraisal should pre-register at 516-7248, Dunn-Morton says. Proceeds from the fair benefit the Mercantile Library’s collections acquisition and conservation funds. The library, established in 1846 in affiliation with UMSL, showcases American history and culture with collections including manuscripts, books, maps and art, and the largest research collection in North America on railroad history and inland waterways heritage, as well as one of the most extensive collections of rare and documentary photographs, historic newspapers and archives in the state of Missouri.
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TWO LADIES & A BUCKET Two Are Better Than One Deep & Thorough Cleaning Service Serving the St. Louis Area for 10 Years. Please Contact Susie at: 314-229-1736 www.twoandabucket.com
ACT/SAT Prep Over 15 yrs of test prep exp. Customized Curriculum Brian Higginbotham (919)593-6588 testprepstl@gmail.com
New Installation, Cleaning & Repair Drainage Solutions, Screen Installation & Window Cleaning Professional, Reliable & Insured No Mess Left Behind ï Free Est. thegutterguy-stl@hotmail.com
DREAM TEAM CLEANING Housekeeping, Spring Cleaning, Weekly, Bi-weekly & Office. Exceptional, Reliable, Efficient & Free Estimates. Luba 314-546-2860 62
ESTATE SALES GENTLY USED APPAREL & FURNITURE Clubhouse Shop wants your gently used donations. PICKUP Call 314-880-5484 Itemized tax letters provided. Drop Offs - 4245 Forest Park M-F 10-5, Sat 10-2pm (All proceeds benefit adults with mental illnesses)
J. Graves Exterior Cleaning Pressure Washing, Roof Cleaning, Window & Gutter Cleaning. Commercial/Residential. Fully Insured. Justin (314) 962-4220 powercleanstl.com
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HANDYMAN SERVICES MIKE'S QUALITY HOME SERVICE & REPAIR Flooring • Carpentry • Plumbing Electrical • Kitchens & Baths Garage Doors Installed & Repaired 20yrs Experience • Ref's
Mike 314-265-4568 Fully Insured Work Guaranteed
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HELP WANTED Seeking Housekeeper for West County Family We need a full time housekeeper for 2 or 3 days a week. Our current housekeeper has been with us for 6 years but is relocating out of state. There is a planned cycle of cleaning each day and each day will be very busy. You will need good references and a dependable car. If interested email us your resume or experience at: WestCountyFamily@gmail.com
NANNY NEEDED For 3 year old, PT or FT depending on availability. Sunny personality, no health issues, non smoker, excellent driving record, light house keeping, ok with pet, references needed, must pass background check. If interested call 314-692-8509
Ed & Janes Cleaning Basements / Garages / Attics Cleanouts/ Hauling Bonded Insured 314-974-7423 Over 29 yrs with the Ladue News
24/7 Companion Care for Seniors. Personal Care, Meal Prep, Light Housekeeping & Peace of Mind.
Certified Nurses Assistant of 12yrs, 16yrs total exp., as an in home caregiver is looking to serve clients daily needs & activities. Will assist in quality living on a daily basis to create dignity, comfort & hope. Also experience in end of life. FT Days Preferred. Call me at 314-620-0317
CAREGIVER NEEDED Looking for a non-smoker to help care for elderly parent weeknights & weekends. Light housework, meal preparation & companionship. Must have own transportation & references. 636-253-0386
LADUE AREA - Looking for someone to do light cooking, cleaning, driving, and help with 2 small animals. Needed Thursday Evening/Over Night and 24hrs on Sunday. Call 314-413-9965
HOME IMPROVEMENT KEN SINGLETON TUCKPOINTING ï Brickwork ï Stonework ï Plaster ï Drywall ï Painting ï Carpentry ï Siding ï Gutters ï Roofing ï Chimney Leaks; stopped guaranteed.
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REMODEL & REPAIR Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Power Washing. Insured. Free Est. 37 Years Experience. Don Phillips 314-973-8511 PRECISION REMODELING Since 1990 - Interior & Exterior We Are Here For All Your Home Improvement Needs & Repairs. Free Estimates! Fully Insured. Call Bob (314) 799-4633 or Jim (314) 799-4630
INTERIOR DESIGN/ DECORATOR ROOM MAKEOVERS MAJOR IMPACT MINOR EXPENSE DESIGNS IN TRANSITION Michael J. Brady 314-644-4583
Everything for Your Property. Specialize in Design & Construction of Brick & Stone Walks, Walls, Patios & Pool Decks. 35 Yrs. Exp. Grass, Beds & Fertilization. Call George 314-567-6066
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR Painting • Power Washing Wallpapering • Plastering
Licensed Landscape Architect/Designer For a Free Estimate Call 314-426-8833 www.mplandscapingstl.com
40 Years Experience Fully Insured • References J. KEVIN O'BRIEN, PRESIDENT
314-481-3500 ASTON - PARKER PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting Wallpaper Removal Insured, 35 Years Experience Free Estimates 314-766-2952 314-766-2962 alstonparker@hotmail.com
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Hard Work Yard Work SPRING LANDSCAPING Landscape Design • Spring Clean-Up Brush Clearing • Bed Preparation • Tilling Weeding & Mulching • Planting Tree/Shrub Fertilization,Trimming and Removal • Lawn Fertilization, Weed Control, De-Thatching, Sodding and Seeding • Gutter Cleaning • Power Washing • Stone Walls, Patios, Borders and Drainage Solution.
Spring clean-up, pruning, mulching, mowing and fertilization programs. Sprinkler and lighting systems, landscaping, retaining walls, drainage. Installation & service. Local company does it all!
JC PAINTS Interior & Exterior Painting Reliable, Clean, Reasonable & Insured. Call John for a Free Estimate Today! 314-703-2794 jcpaints@sbcglobal.net
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PAINTING, REMODELING, Carpentry, Wood Rot Repair, Tile Work, Flooring, Decks and Arbors. 17 Years Exp. Free Estimates. Call Kent at 314-398-2898 kenthallowell@yahoo.como
For Free Estimates call Keith at 314-422-0241 or e-mail at
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No Spraying • No Rolling • No Mess Pressure Washed & Hand Brushed Work Guaranteed • Insured • Ref's NO MONEY DOWN Cedar Beautiful 314-852-5467 314-846-6499 Sign Up For Spring Rush www.cedarbeautifulstaining.com
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Complete Lawn Maintenance for Residential & Commercial
Call Ken 636-674-5013
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HAJEK LAWNCARE Spring Special & Fertilization Programs. Full Service Maintenance & Lawn Care Provider. Weekly Mowing as LOW As $25! Fully Insured. Joshua 314-856-3544 hajeklawncare@yahoo.com
MAGANA LAWN & LANDSCAPE Fall Cleanup, Grass Cutting, Mulching, Retaining Walls, Tree Removal, Trimming Shrubs, Sod. & Much More. Reasonable Rates. Call Today for Your Free Estimate. 314-960-4203
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314-770-1500 www.yuckos.com
REAL ESTATE FOR RENT Newly renovated charming 2BR 1BA cottage on 11ac equestrian estate. Two car detached garage, separate entrance, grass cutting & snow removal included. Inside 270 between 40 & 44. $1,500. 314-602-2861
Real Estate Auction Lake of the Ozarks Marina & Boat Storage Gravois Mills, MO 25593 Highway 5 Parcel 1: Boat storage on 2.05 +/- ac w/3 storage. Buildings and shop/office. Parcel 2: Marina on 0.67+/- ac lot and covered boat slips, retail store and gas dock. Nominal Opening Bids: $25,000/parcel. Open: 11am-2pm Fri Apr 17 and 24. Auctions: 11am, Mon Apr 27 on site.
800.982.0425 williamsauction.com M O B r o k e r : B r a d f o r d P . Wh i t e R e L i c 2011007233. Auctioneer: Jack Lowderman Auc Lic 19216-Platte Co. 5% Buyer's Premium
Quail Run, Waterloo, IL For Sale By Owner 3 Bdrms, 2+ Baths on 1.31 Acres. 2,793 sq.ft., 2 Car Gargage, Home Theater, Gym. $190,500 or BEST OFFER! Inspection Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm Home will be sold Sunday night to the HIGHEST BIDDER! (618)696-3594
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LINEK PLUMBING COMPANY Quality Since 1916 A Name You Can Trust #24 Kirkham Industrial Ct. St. Louis, MO 63119
New Work • Repair • Remodeling Water Heaters • Sewer & Drain Backflow Device Testing
314-962-0956 PIANO SERVICES MCGREEVY PIANO Spring into Tune! Bill McGreevy, Piano Technician Guild Associate Member 314-335-9177 wrmcgreevy@gmail.com SIMPLE MOVES We Specialize In Small Moves. We charge by the hour or the piece, house to house or room to room. Bonded & Insured. Packing Available. 314-963-3416 www.simplemovesstl.com MR. MOM'S HOME SERVICES: Window & Gutter Cleaning, Decks, Fencing, Houses, Concrete Power Washed and Sealed. Painting. Insured. 314-831-5597
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Helping Hand Service, LLL Clean outs, bsmts, attics, garages, etc. Let us help you down size. Hauled away for small fee. Some items donated to local children's & senior's facilities. 636-649-9812
Trees Trimmed & Removed
Got clutter? Disorganized? Downsizing? Buried in Paper?
(636) 274-1378
GILLS TREE SERVICE • Stone Retaining Walls • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured
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314-221-5232 Organizational Consultants SimplifiedLivingSolutions.com
Complete Tree Service for Residential & Commercial Tree Pruning & Removal, Plant Healthcare Program, Deadwooding, Stump Grinding, Deep Root Fertilization, Cabling & Storm Cleanup
Free Estimate, Fully Insured
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Tree Service Professionals Trimming, Deadwooding, Reduction, Removals, Stump Grinding, Year Round Service & Fully Insured Call Michael Baumann for a Free Estimate & Property Inspection at 636.375.2812 You'll be glad you called!
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ULF COAST HOUSE Carillon Beach, FL, Destin Area 3BR, 3BA, 3 pools, tennis courts and so much more! Great Rates. Available NOW! Call Dave at 314-922-8344 For Pictures Please Visit www.vrbo.com/148365
VACATION RENTALS SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO santafehideaway.com 314-503-3311
WINDOWS NORTHERN MICHIGAN 5BR/4BA Home on Beautiful Glen Lake, 25 miles west of Traverse City Michigan. Available weekly, Memorial Day - July 25th. Call 314-993-8116
M & P WINDOW WASHING & GUTTER CLEANING Reasonable Rates, Free Estimate, Angie's List, Insured, Dependable, Over 30 Years Experience & Ref's. Call Paul, 314-805-6102 or Mark, 314-805-7367
20+ Years Experience ALL WORK GUARANTEED Complete Home Tuckpointing Spot Tuckpointing w/ Color Match Chimney Repair & Rebuilding Patio & Sidewalk Repair Insured tuckpointingandmasonry.com 314-352-4222 MC & VISA ACCEPTED
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24 Years in Business! 10 Consecutive Service Award Winner '05-'14. Solid Tuckpointing & Spotpointing with Color Match. Chimney, Stone, Caulking, Brick Repair, & Waterproofing. Prompt Free Estimates. Fully Insured. A+ BBB 2011 Torch Award Winner (314) 645-1387 mirellituckpointing.com Credit Cards Accepted
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SAUGATUCK DOUGLAS, MI 121 Lake Shore Dr. Charming Cottage, 5BR, 2BA, View of Lake, Large Screen Porch, Frplc, C/A, Private Beach, $2300 Wkly. Avail. 1st 2wks of June, last 2wks of Aug. & 1st 2wks of Sept. Hack Allen 314-644-4143 • 314-517-4143 Libby 314-565-5475 Jane 314-913-0960
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MASSEY TUCKPOINTING & MASONRY Tuckpointing, Chimney & Brick Repair, Caulking & Now Chimney Sweeping & Flue Re-lining. Winner of 2013 BBB Torch Award. $50 off $500+ 314-486-3303 masseytuckpointing.com
TUCKPOINTING Chimney Repair, Glass Blocks, Brick Block, Stone & Stucco. Waterproofing. Insured. 40 Yrs Experience. Free Estimates. 314-910-3132 636-797-2947
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