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Homes for Every Retirement Lifestyle Congratulations to Mike Matheny and the St. Louis Cardinals for another great season

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18673 Wild Horse Creek Road

A L L I A N C E 1238 Shepard Oaks Court Wildwood | $1,899,900

Wildwood | $1,649,000

342 Saint Andrews Drive Saint Albans | $600,000

1538 Flora Del Drive Fenton | $599,900

3 Morganfield Court Chesterfield | $575,000

539 Middleton Court Kirkwood | $462,500

7557 Cornell Avenue University City | $385,000

8135 Amherst Avenue University City | $369,000

2723 Wynncrest Manor Dr Wildwood 2:00-4:00 3 Morganfield Ct Chesterfield 1:00-3:00 539 Middleton Ct Kirkwood 1:00-3:00 7917 Gannon Ave University City 12:30-2:00

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15332 Braefield Drive Chesterfield | $305,000

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8021 Teasdale Avenue University City | $349,900

Hermann | $524,900

90 Fern Creek Lane Union | $259,000

12962 Fernway Lane Creve Coeur | $247,500

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1406 Windgate Way Lane Chesterfield | $999,900

48 Berkshire Drive Richmond Heights | $675,000

2733 Highway T Labadie | $559,000

716 Brittany Lane University City | $479,000

12186 Bridle Trail Lane

15332 Braefield Dr 1308 Forest Way 347 S Old Orchard 9739 Twincrest Dr

Sunset Hills | $525,000

Chesterfield Wentzville Webster Groves St Louis Co

7917 Gannon Avenue University City | $339,000

642 Old Ballwin Road

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$305,000 $227,900 $199,900 $182,500

9125 Lawn Avenue Brentwood | $328,000

Ballwin | $275,000

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EDITOR’S NOTE

IT’S A BIG WEEKEND FOR Ladue News. THIS SATURDAY, OCT. 11, THE 2014 Ladue News Show House opens for viewing. For the many who enjoy the tour, the Show House gives them an opportunity to gain insight and inspiration from St. Louis’ top interior designers, who, year after year, have challenged themselves to ‘up’ their game. This year’s Show House, at 34 Briarcliff in Ladue, is no exception. As you’ll see, each of the spaces—from the great room to the master suite and the boudoir—demonstrates the inventiveness that each of our design teams possesses.

While the home itself is the centerpiece of this annual fall endeavor, the participating designers and vendors, as well as our Show House committee, work together toward an overall goal: to benefit two local nonprofits, Autism Speaks and Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center. In exchange, both organizations have dispatched their contingent of volunteers to act as tour guides and helpers throughout the run of the Show House.

I invite you to visit this ‘labor of love’ and see for yourself. The 2014 Ladue News Show House is open for daily tours through Sunday, Oct. 19. For more information, visit laduenews.com.

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TRAVEL It’s one of the 10 most haunted places in America: The Queen Mary, docked at Long Beach, California, remains a fabulous and eerie visit back in time.

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HAPPILY EVER AFTER The Suppelsa family’s story of how they found their rescue dog, Louie.

ON THE COVER: Mari de Villa in Town & Country has been serving St. Louis families for almost 55 years, offering all levels of care on its 20-plus acre campus. Pictured on the cover: VP Mary Kay and president/CEO Fred Wiesehan. For more information, call 636-227-5347 or visit maridevilla.com. THE STORY BEGINS ON PAGE 20.

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More New Listings 1 Masonridge Court - Town & Country Beautifully appointed with such features as a two-story foyer, marble flooring and a rich gentleman’s den with box-beam ceiling. In the great room floor-to-ceiling windows afford dazzling views. In summer, lush greenery surrounds the salt-water pool. Chef’s kitchen and hearth room have handsome hardwoods and a very open atmosphere. Features five+ beds, expansive lower level and many updates. $1,395,000

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7124 Waterman Avenue - University City Handsome architecture, generous square footage and a prime location are the key elements that justify any updating a new owner might care to undertake. The wood floors, box beamed ceilings, leaded windows and mature plantings lend refinement to this well cared for home. A breezy screened porch off the dining room and a large sleeping porch adjacent to the master bedroom add versatility. $315,000

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Open Sunday ● 1 - 3 ★ 12 - 2 ▲ 2 - 4 More Residential Properties

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8130 Westmoreland Avenue (Clayton).

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$1,899,000

4120 Hartford Street (St. Louis).

$219,000

765 W. Kirkham Avenue (Glendale). ● $1,700,000

706 Yeatman Avenue (Webster Groves).

$195,000

21 Windsor Terrace Lane (Creve Coeur). $1,675,000

9915 Alden Lane (Rock Hill).

$193,500

7953 Park Drive (Richmond Heights).

$1,475,000

273 Wanderfern Woods (Innsbrook).

$189,000

18832 Wild Horse Creek (Chesterfield).

$1,295,000

271 Copper Mountain (Fenton).

$179,900

12249 Ladue Road (Ladue).

$1,299,000

3108 Magnolia Avenue (St. Louis).

$174,900

9754 Old Warson (Ladue).

$1,250,000

5211 Devonshire (St. Louis).

$155,000

7 Warson Downs (Ladue).

$1,249,000

8310 Ardsley Drive (Bel-Nor).

$148,000

1008 Bramley Lane (Richmond Heights). $1,050,000

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1. 58 Clermont Lane ● Ladue

$1,100,000

NEW LISTING! The picturesque approach is just the beginning, as each interior space unfolds with uncommon quality: travertine and granite, hand painted wall coverings, picture frame wainscoting and paneling, herringbone floors and builtins galore. Additional features include: a vaulted and beamed dining room, stunning living area opening to brick terrace, charming library adjoining a cocktail room and a kitchen that is both the ultimate in culinary prep and custom design.

2. 3438 McKean Avenue ● Tower Grove

$209,900

NEW LISTING! A thorough, handsome rehab has resulted in a modern -- yet full of charm -- early 20th century home. A new kitchen with granite, gleaming backsplash, stainless appliances and 42" cabinets are sure to please. Offering deck access, walk-in closet and full bath, the master suite is utterly relaxing. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, or enjoy a stroll to increasingly popular South Grand with its many shops and restaurants.

3. 58 Muirfield Court ● Town & Country

$899,000

Special architectural features greet you upon entry of this stunning French country manor. Nestled on a serene cul-desac, all will comfortably mingle in the family room with wet bar, fireplace and French doors to terraced patios. The chef’s kitchen boasts high-end appliances, granite and a breakfast room. Expansive lower level is like having a home within a home. Enjoy warm days ahead courtesy of the saltwater pool! OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3!

4. 21 Georgian Acres ● Frontenac

$875,000

NEW LISTING! From the whitewash brick, vintage doors, 9’ ceilings and screen porch, the home is a full experience of old-world charm, but with the addition of countless modern conveniences. The vaulted and beamed family room flows into the hearth room and vaulted kitchen…created for the finest of food connoisseurs. Additional features include five bedrooms and a three-car garage wondrously enhanced by a divine carriage house apartment.

5. 206 Carlyle Lake Drive ● Creve Coeur

$845,000

GREAT NEW PRICE! Effortlessly flowing rooms come courtesy of the very open floor plan, offering large areas perfect for both formal and informal entertaining. The lavishly appointed great room with fireplace, hardwood, custom millwork and coffered ceiling opens to the outside entertaining area. Lovely main floor master with sitting area, luxurious bath, also opens to the outside. Lower level offers family room, bar, pool room, bonus room/bedroom and full bath.

6. 625 Ericson Place ● Kirkwood

$579,000

NEW LISTING! Nestled on a cul-de-sac, this spacious five bedroom offers a large living room with fireplace and impressive built-ins. A cozy den and oversized family room open onto a wonderful screen porch. Enjoy dinner in the eatin kitchen or head out to the lovely deck to enjoy the outdoors. OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3!

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12 Berkley Lane (Ladue).

$999,000

2603 Wild Plum Valley (Pacific).

$989,000

Condos, Villas, Town Homes

232 North Kingshighway #908 (St. Louis). $1,050,000

5 Country Estates Place (Frontenac).

$849,000

150 Carondelet Plaza, #901 (Clayton).

$895,000

11511 Cragwold Road (Sunset Hills).

$849,000

13345 Fairfield Circle (Town & Country).

$639,900

133 Hawthorne Estates (Town & Country). $774,900

13311 Fairfield Circle (Town & Country).

$615,000

23 Woodmere Pass Court (St. Charles).

$699,000

13327 Fairfield Square (Town & Country). $575,000

457 Cheshire Farm Ct. (T & C). ●

$695,000

13344 Fairfield Circle (Town & Country).

381 Conway Gardens Ct. (Creve Coeur).

$634,500

1517 Washington Avenue #302 (St. Louis). $379,000

26 S. Spoede Road (Creve Coeur).

$629,900

215 North Central #1N (Clayton).

822 Havenwood Court (Warson Woods).

$599,000

408 South Hanley Road, Unit B (Clayton). $279,900

$519,500 $300,000

409 Bates Street (New Haven).

$575,000

11299 Manchester #2A (Kirkwood).

$274,900

139 Ladue Oaks Drive (Creve Coeur).

$574,900

4440 Lindell #403 (St. Louis).

$269,999

10225 Thornwood Drive (Ladue).

$535,000

5381 Pershing Avenue #203 (CWE).

$250,000

13622 Peacock Farm (T & C). ●

$499,900

900 Hanley Road #7A (Clayton).

$238,000

17536 Adams Way (Chesterfield).

$487,500

453 Whittier Street (St. Louis).

$235,000

10 Adams Lane (Kirkwood).

$449,000

5635 Waterman #31 (St. Louis).

$174,900

4457 McPherson Avenue (St. Louis).

$429,000

5579 Waterman #D (Central West End).

$167,500

25 Berry Oaks Lane (Glendale).

$395,000

470 Lake Avenue, #2S (St. Louis).

$159,000

10074 Briarwood Drive (Ladue).

1360 Haute Loire (Unincorporated).

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19234 St. Albans Valley (Wildwood).

$370,000

1508 High School (Brentwood).

$142,500

$354,900

32 Conway Cove Drive (Chesterfield).

$139,900

$349,900

801 N. Hanley, Unit D (University City).

$114,000

2524 Creve Coeur Mill Road #9 (Maryland Heights).

8430 Louwen Drive (Ladue).

$349,900

12121 Hibler Drive (Creve Coeur).

$349,900

216 Sundrop Court (Eureka).

$339,500

1012 Pearview Drive (St. Peters).

$337,500

2509 Cedar Valley (Innsbrook).

$329,000

$74,900

Lots & Acreage 2 Daniel Road (Ladue).

$1,200,000 $1,095,000

7448 Amherst Avenue (U. City). ●

$329,000

45 Trent Drive (Ladue).

7041 Stanford Avenue (University City).

$299,900

1590 North Woodlawn Ave. (Ladue).

403 Johanna Place (Ballwin).

$279,900

1013 Romine Drive (Kirkwood).

$279,900

339 Bogey Lane (Kirkwood).

$258,000

1526 Holly Drive (Webster Groves).

$234,900

837 Clark Avenue (Webster Groves).

$222,000

509 South Fillmore Avenue (Kirkwood). ● $219,000

$650,000

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St. Louis County Library Foundation

STARCATCHERS GALA

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BY DIANE ANDERSON

H E S T. L O U I S C O U N T Y L I B R A RY Foundation held its annual Starcatchers Gala at Library Headquarters, transforming the space into an intimate and elegant ballroom.

The Western-themed evening began with a cocktail reception, followed by a seated dinner and live auction. KSDK’s Art Holliday served as master of ceremonies, while bestselling Western suspense author Craig Johnson provided the keynote presentation. Two awards were presented as part of the evening’s festivities: The Starcatcher’s Award was given to Susan Nagarkatti for her longtime support of the library, and the Sidney Johnson Learning Award was presented to Xio Mara Mendoza-Colon for outstanding library service by a teen. Co-chairs for the evening were Susan Block and Sue Engelhardt.

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Debbie Podgorski, Susan Block, Barbara Turkington

Nancy and Bob Spewak

Joni and Drew Karandjeff

Ridley Pearson, Craig Johnson

Nguyen and Leanne Violette, Catherine and Maurice Quiroga

Linda Legg, Frank Szofran, Carla Haack, Susan Nagarkatti, Brian and Barb Vomund

Sue Engelhardt, Kathryn Solis, Andre Guthrie, Laetitia Guerrini, Irl Engelhardt, Brad Norman

Art Holliday

Bob Barrett, Suzie Nall

Trish Muyco-Tobin and Dave Tobin

Chris and Jennifer Klaverkamp, Debra Hollingsworth and Mark Stacye

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St. Luke’s Hospital

IMAGINE GALA

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BY DAVID ANDERSON

U P P O RT E R S O F S T. LU K E ’S Hospital recently gathered for the Imagine Gala at The Chase Park Plaza to benefit the hospital’s Center for Cancer Care. The spectacular evening included cocktails, dinner and a stunning performance by world-renowned musician William Close, creator of the famed Earth Harp. Among those welcoming guests were: Friends of St. Luke’s president Cynthia Maritz, gala co-chairs Katie Reed and Beth Schroeder, and members of the gala committee.

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Beth Schroeder, Katie Reed

Annie Schlafly, Gail Olson, Cynthia Maritz

Carlton and Barbara Pearce, Jay Rovin, Gary Olson

Richelle and Michael Weisbrod

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SOCIE T Y TREE House of Greater St. Louis

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T WAS A BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR POLO AS THE UBS Financial Services team faced the Smith McGehee Insurance Solutions team at the 12th annual Charity Polo Match to benefit TREE House of Greater St. Louis (formerly Therapeutic Horsemanship). The familyfriendly event featured arts and crafts for kids, as well as private tents for VIPs. Some guests even tailgated just off the field prior to the match.

Proceeds from the event, held at McGehee Polo Field at Spirit Valley Farms in Chesterfield, benefit equine-assisted occupational, physical, speech and mental-health therapy programs for individuals with disabilities.

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Leslie and Shelly Adcock, Consie Von Gontard, Joe Symborsky, Susie Von Gontard

Smith and Janet McGehee

Drs. Michelle and Rick Lee, Circe, Daisy and Tom Diggs

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BUILD ON When it comes to financing the construction of your new home, you’ll find there are almost as many options as there are types of finishes. Sometimes, selecting the right loan can be challenging. But, that’s where we come in.

At Associated, our experienced mortgage lenders can explain construction financing options available to you that include: • • • •

Fixed- and adjustable-rate mortgage programs One-time close, interest-only during construction period Bridge loans Low down payment options available

For more than 150 years, we’ve been helping people achieve their dreams of home ownership. Now, it’s your turn.

Contact us today to learn how we can help you.

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A NEW BEGINNING

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BY DAVID ANDERSON

CTION FOR AUTISM recently held its dinner gala, A New Beginning, at The RitzCarlton. The evening featured cocktails, dinner and a wonderful auction with a number of great packages available for the bidding. Co-chairs of the event were Nancy Kessler and Geri Weissman.

The organization supports Howard Park Center and The American School, which both provide programs and services for children with autism and their families.

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Nancy Kessler, Geri Weissman

Marilyn and Marty Levison

Alan and Nancy Charlson, Jo Linda and Sandy Cohen

Susan and Peyton Berardi, Brad Buechler

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806 West Columbia Street, Farmington NEW LISTING. $399,000. Open 10/12, 1-3 PM.

4540 Laclede Avenue, Unit 207, CWE NEW LISTING. Offered at $389,000.

14 Autumn Wood Court, St. Charles NEW LISTING. Offered at $252,500. Open 10/12, 2-4 PM.

7350 Morganford Road, St. Louis NEW LISTING. $95,000. Open 10/12, 1-3 PM.

7504 Gannon Avenue, University City Offered at $329,000.

9746 Litzsinger Road, Ladue Offered at $5,750,000.

3 Wendover Lane, Ladue Offered at $1,175,000.

15862 Richborough Road, Chesterfield Offered at $1,395,000.

4 Edgewood Road, Ladue Offered at $2,000,000.

7909 Kingsbury Boulevard, Old Town Clayton Offered at $749,000. Open 10/12, 1-3 PM.

21 Upper Ladue Road, Ladue Offered at $3,600,000.

3 Oakleigh Lane, Ladue Offered at $1,560,000.

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Visit Us Open Sunday, October12th 12 HILLVALE DRIVE, Clayton. $1,495,000.

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15 CLERMONT LANE, Ladue. $1,195,000.

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8919 PINE ACRE ROAD, Ladue. $899,000.

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67 WOODOAKS TRAIL, Ladue. $825,000.

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305 N. BEMISTON, Old Town Clayton. $819,000.

1-3 PM

7909 KINGSBURY BLVD., Old Town Clayton. $749,000. 1-3 PM

99 Old Farm Road, Foley Offered at $499,500.

1263 Cedars Valley Road, St. Albans Offered at $899,000.

NEW LISTINGS 806 WEST COLUMBIA STREET, Farmington. Architecture and detail from an earlier era are found in this gracious Victorian home and guest cottage. $399,000. Open 10/12, 1-3 PM 4540 LACLEDE AVENUE, UNIT 207, CWE. Beautifully situated in the heart of the Central West End, this handsome Wexford second floor unit features a warm, inviting interior. $389,000 14 AUTUMN WOOD COURT, St. Charles. Ranch home in a desirable location has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and is ready with all the updates! $252,500.

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503 GLENMEADOW DRIVE, Ballwin.

11514 SANDY VIEW DRIVE, Pattonville Schools.

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424 ROSE HILL WEST, Kirkwood.

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541 ROSEDALE, #102, St. Louis.

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2019 South Mason Road, Town & Country Offered at $1,300,000.

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UPPORTERS OF THE ST. LOUIS Symphony recently gathered at the World Chess Hall of Fame for an intimate patron party. Hosted by Red Velvet Ball event chairs Thriess and Lynn Britton, the event served as a small thank you for the behind-thescenes work in anticipation of this month’s gala (Oct. 18). The signature event will feature pianist Lang Lang as headliner.

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More than a dozen sports institutions soon will be inducted to the MISSOURI SPORTS HALL OF FAME. Among them: former football Cardinals right tackle ERNIE McMILLAN, former baseball Cardinals pitcher New Missouri Sports Hall of Fame inductees and broadcaster listen in during this week’s announcement.

RICK HORTON, amateur golfer RICK HOLTGRIEVE, the St. Louis Blues’ PLAGER brothers (BILL, BARCLAY and BOB), Washington University Bears basketball coach NANCY FAHEY, longtime Country Day/MICDS football head coach RON HOLTMAN and St. Joseph’s Academy soccer coach MAUREEN McVEY. An induction ceremony is planned for Thursday, Nov. 6, at the St. Charles Convention Center.

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New on St. Louis bookshelves...Former TV newsman JULIUS HUNTER is out with a new novel set in turn-of-the-century St. Louis. Priscilla & Babe: From Slavery’s Shackles to Millionaire Bordello Madams in Victorian St. Louis is based on two AfricanAmerican women born into plantation slavery who rose to become “millionaire boss ladies” in St. Louis. Hunter will discuss and sign copies of Priscilla & Babe during an appearance at St. Louis County Library headquarters on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m.

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St. Louis native CATHERINE SOETE, a former teacher, reporter and freelance writer, is out with her first novel: Grave Secrets.

The mystery, which unfolds in the summer of 1973, introduces readers to reporter Carol Hagan, who is sent to Iowa and becomes part of a crime investigation following a grisly discovery. Soete’s upcoming novel to feature Carol Hagan is called Lethal Game and is set in Columbia, Missouri.

Horse-racing takes center stage in the new book from author NANCY CARVER, Making Tracks: The Untold Story of Horse Racing in St. Louis, 1767-1905. Did you know that St. Louis had the first night-racing in the country, and that the St. Louis Browns shared their baseball field with a race track? Carver’s book was a result of her journey to uncover a family member’s past, leading her to discover the history of a long-forgotten sport. Her upcoming appearances include Kirkwood Public Library (Oct. 23, 2 p.m.) and St. Louis County Library headquarters (Oct. 27, 7 p.m.).

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Supporters, and state and local officials recently attended the grand opening of SouthSide Early Childhood Center. The new 20,000-square-foot building is twice the size of the previous facility, and includes 10 classrooms, a multipurpose room, resource library, kids’ ‘kitchen’ and preschool garden, state-of-the-art meeting and conference rooms, and a natural playground. The new location will enable SouthSide to increase the number of children it serves. Pictured: Robbyn Wahby, Amy Moss, Anne Lowell, Carol and Tom Voss, and Chris Koster

As part of a two-day leadership symposium, Anheuser-Busch Legends of the Crown Scholars, along with representatives from AB and United Negro College Fund, recently painted a Dream Big mural at Kingdom House. Local artist Cbabi Bayoc designed the mural.

The Links, Incorporated honored Dr. Eva Frazer, Katrina Addison, Patricia Henderson, Lois Ingrum and Dr. Patricia Wolff for their service to the community at its first annual Celebration of Mothers Luncheon.

Each honoree received a crystal vase engraved with her name and the programming facet for which she was honored. Proceeds from the lunch benefit the facet programs and the chapter’s scholarship fund for young women who are the first generation in their family to attend college.

Local Girl and Boy Scout troops worked together to install two Buddy Benches and plant therapy gardens at Webster Groves’ Edgar Road Elementary School. Buddy Benches help children who have trouble interacting socially by giving them a place to find a buddy. Students not using the bench are encouraged to periodically check it to see if they can invite students sitting on it to come play. Eagle Scout Mark Curtain built the benches.

The Saint Louis Planned Giving Council recently honored Covenant Place with the Nonprofit Award at its awards presentation and reception.

The organization’s board members and supporters attended the event, which recognizes industry leaders in planned giving.

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Adam Crane, VP of external affairs for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, recently visited The Gatesworth to introduce a special showing of the film, The Return of the Violin.

The movie documents a 1731 Stradivarius violin that was stolen in 1936 while its owner was performing at Carnegie Hall, and remained lost for almost 50 years. Pictured: Bea Rothberg, Adam Crane and Meg Crane.

Monsanto Company’s philanthropic arm, Monsanto Fund, recently donated $25,000 to support Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s FIRST Programs. FIRST, or For Inspiration Recognition of Science and Technology, is a mentor-based program that cultivates girls’ interest in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.

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The region’s most influential corporate and civic leaders, as well as rising leaders in the area’s top companies, attended the Regional Business Council’s Young Professional Leadership 100 Dinner. The organization offers business and social networking opportunities, as well as community involvement and professional development, in hopes of attracting and retaining ethnically diverse professionals in St. Louis. Pictured: Sam Coffey, Kelsey Righthower, Chriss Carroll and Alex Lee

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HAT IS YOUR DREAM for the perfect place to spend your retirement?

Maybe it’s a newly remodeled home on 20-plus acres, including a lake and plenty of rustic walking trails.

Perhaps it’s close to family, and offers convenient access to a slew of artistic, culinary and intellectual activities, as well as provides a full continuum of medical care.

Mari de Villa just may be that place. For almost 55 years, Mari de Villa has prided itself on offering a full range of care to its residents in Town & Country, says CEO and president Fred Wiesehan.

“We have a family atmosphere: We encourage our residents’ families to come and participate in our events, and the staff feels as though they’re family.

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Many of our staff have been here 10, 15, 25 years or even longer. They have their home and their families, but this is their second home. They’re committed to Mari de Villa.”

The upcoming Oktoberfest is one event that annually draws a number of Mari de Villa residents, as well as family members, Wiesehan notes.

“We have a German oom-pah band, German food, and the staff gets dressed in German-type attire.

It’s a wonderful day.” He adds that residents at all levels of care attend the event, from the independent living villas to skilled nursing and memory care. “Our guests might pick up on a certain smell, sound or song,” he notes. Other popular activities include a speakers series, water aerobics and wellness classes, book reviews, bridge groups and daily entertainment in the Villa West living room, he says.

Mari de Villa also offers activities for its

Mary Kay and Fred Wiesehan

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R. DAN SINDELAR HAS A BUSY local dental practice, yet he still finds time to lecture, write and consult on his passion: the mouth as the gateway to health. Sindelar is co-founder and past-president of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health, an organization that promotes the link between oral health and whole-body health. He also wrote the 2011 book, Refresh Life: Oral Health Is the Missing Piece, Adding Years to Your Life, and Improving Your Overall Well-Being. Ladue News recently spoke with him.

When performing a dental exam, what types of other systemic health issues do dentists look for and assess?

Intra-oral light systems screen for oral cancer, one of the fastest growing and most deadly forms of cancer. Early detection is a must. Also, a simple 30-second rinse test allows the dentist to perform salivary diagnostics. There are eight to 10 bad bacteria associated with periodontal disease and many inflammatory diseases. This simple rinse test helps determine if any of the bad bacteria is present in so-called ‘overload.’ There’s another rinse test that can reveal a person’s genetics in regards to periodontal disease. These simple rinse tests help us customize treatment.

Dentists also can screen for sleep apnea with a visual exam and filling out the Epworth Scale.

One of the solutions for sleep apnea is an oral sleep appliance. Always coordinate diagnosis and treatment with a sleep physician.

What effect does oral health have on the rest of the body? Is there published research addressing this?

A great resource is oshnewsnetwork.com.

Research comes out weekly, showing the impact of oral health on inflammatory diseases such as cardiovascular disease, strokes, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, osteoarthritis, various cancers and preterm births. Periodontal disease at age 35 raises your risk for dementia by four times. Periodontal disease at age 70 raises your risk for dementia by nearly nine times. If a certain bacteria is present in the mouth, your risk for heart attack goes up by 13.6 times, twice the risk of a heavy smoker.

There also has been a lot of research the last few years showing how much a healthy mouth can substantially reduce health care costs for diseases.

What can the tongue tell us about health? Is brushing the tongue an important part of oral health?

The tongue often reveals unique problems.

It can accumulate a thick, plaque-like coating that’s associated with some forms of bad breath, sore throats, elevated bacteria and even sleep disorders, such as snoring and sleep apnea.

Discoloration, blotchiness or irritations can be signs of various problems. Brushing the tongue is helpful. There also are tongue scrapers that help remove the plaque-like substance from the tongue.

What are the most important things people can do to help ensure their overall health is positively influenced by their oral health?

As with most things in life, prevention is always the key! Habits really matter. Unfortunately, some of us are more prone to problems than others. Don’t wait until it hurts. Follow the traditional approaches of brushing, flossing and visiting your dental professionals. But today, we have unique systems to address oral inflammation that have been shown to reduce health care costs and lower risks for most inflammatory diseases.

“AS WITH MOST THINGS IN LIFE, PREVENTION IS ALWAYS THE KEY! HABITS REALLY MATTER. UNFORTUNATELY, SOME OF US ARE MORE PRONE TO PROBLEMS THAN OTHERS. DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT HURTS.” DR. DAN SINDELAR

What is the most important thing our readers should know about this topic?

Oral health and systemic health are a two-way street. Oral health problems, such as gum disease, cavities, crooked teeth, grinding your teeth or impacted teeth, all can have a large impact on our overall health. Also, diet, stress, sleep and habits such as smoking all play a role in your oral health.

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Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School

Private School Profiles Ste. Genevieve du Bois

BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT

Nerinx Hall

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Grades: pre-kindergarten to eighth

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Open House: Nov. 17

Grades: young women in grades 9-12

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Grades: co-ed ages 3 to sixth grade, young women grades 7-12 Open House: Noon to 4 p.m., Nov. 2

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Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School is an independent Catholic school educating boys and girls age 3 through sixth grade, and young women grades seven-12.

As a member of an international network of Sacred Heart schools, it shares an educational philosophy of faith, academics, service, community and personal growth.

Students are prepared to serve as global citizens through culturalexchange opportunities with 45 countries around the world.

As a Catholic high school founded by the Sisters of Loretto, Nerinx Hall educates young women to think critically, act deliberately and make a difference in the world. Inspired by the Gospels’ call to action and service, Nerinx women build community, work for justice and respect the dignity of each person. In Nerinx’s dynamic education environment, students may choose to learn Mandarin, debate world events as part of Model UN, or play one of 13 sports.

Tuition: $4,990; multi-student discounts available 1575 N. Woodlawn Ave., 821-4245, stegenschool.org Ste. Genevieve du Bois School offers affordable private-school education with challenging academic curriculum. Through its focus on exploration, confidence and compassion, the school fosters a love of learning and service. Ste. Genevieve develops successful leaders with strong educational and technological knowledge, critical problem-solving skills and solid Catholic faith. The school offers full-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten options, as well as after-care and clubs.

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Open House: Oct. 25 755 S. Price Road, 993-4040, jburroughs.org Burroughs, an independent, college-preparatory, coeducational day school, provides a liberal arts education that balances academics, arts, athletics and activities. A worldclass faculty teaches a challenging curriculum in small classes. Students are encouraged to think critically and explore their interests in a respectful and supportive environment. A mix of informality, community service and traditions, such as morning assembly and family-style lunch, distinguishes a Burroughs experience.

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BY CONNIE MITCHELL

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RINKLES RANGE FROM TINY, FINE lines to deep creases, and there is a dermal filler for just about every type.

“The most common ones are the hyaluronic acid fillers,” says Dr. Gregory Branham, chief of the division of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery with Washington University Physicians. These fillers come in varying formulas. Some are used for very fine lines, including Belotero Balance, a new product designed for superficial wrinkles or areas with thinner skin.

“The problem with all the hyaluronic acid fillers, like Restylane and Juvederm, is the bluish discoloration of the skin when used in people with very light or translucent skin,” Branham says. “It has to do with the way light comes through the skin, bounces off and reflects back. It’s almost like a prism effect. With a thinner filler you’re less likely to get that effect. The advantage of Belotero is you can use it in areas you couldn’t use filler before.

The disadvantage is that it doesn’t last as long.”

Juvederm and Restylane last for about nine months,

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while Belotero needs to be refreshed after three to six months.

Fillers are used for more than wrinkles. Building volume is another popular use. “One of the newest fillers available is Voluma XC. It is the first and only FDA-approved filler to instantly add volume to the cheek area,” says Racquel Frisella, a nurse injector at Avani Day Spa. “Voluma gives an instant lift and restores contours for up to two years. Mid-face rejuvenation is important, in order to keep the face lifted and youthful.”

Voluma competes with other semi-permanent fillers, such as Radiesse, ArteFill and Sculptra.

“Those products all have some type of particle in them, and that’s what’s different between the products,” Branham explains. “The way they work is that the particles are suspended in an inert vehicle, like a gel or paste, that can be safely injected. In six to eight weeks, the vehicle goes away. What’s left behind is a strand of those little particles that then Continued on page 69

“MID-FACE REJUVENATION IS IMPORTANT, IN ORDER TO KEEP THE FACE LIFTED AND YOUTHFUL.” RACQUEL FRISELLA, Avani Day Spa

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NEW BEGINNINGS: RADIATION MARK REMOVAL PROGRAM

Making a Difference

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LOCAL PLASTIC SURGEON IS helping make a difference in the lives of cancer patients: Dr. Brock Ridenour and his plastic surgery and professional skin care center are offering complimentary removal of radiation marks.

Through the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery (ASLMS), Ridenour is one of more than 150 board-certified ASLMS members across the nation taking part in the New Beginnings: Radiation Mark Removal Program.

The philanthropic program helps patients—with any type of cancer—who received radiation marks during treatment. Typically, cancer patients scheduled for external radiation treatments are ‘marked’ with two or three small red or black tattoos on the skin to ensure the radiation therapist can line up the radiotherapy machine in the appropriate location. Without treatment, these tattoos will remain permanent. “There is somewhat of a stigma and emotional trauma related to these marks,” Ridenour

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notes. “They can limit what you can wear and how you look in public.” But Ridenour’s state-of-the-art laser systems can remove these marks.

Patients interested in the program can call to schedule a free consultation, where staff will determine the color and density of the tattoo, as well at the patient’s skin type. Depending on the amount and depth of the pigment, treatment takes two to three 15-minute procedures for light marks, and six to eight (or more) procedures for denser tattoos, Ridenour explains, noting the laser treatments gradually break down the pigment particles. “It’s the equivalent of taking a boulder and smashing it into rocks, then smashing those rocks into pebbles, and those pebbles into dust.” The body naturally takes care of the rest, he adds.

The treatments are painless and require no downtime, Ridenour notes. “When this high energy hits the ink, it can cause a small injury to skin, such as little broken blood vessels or light scabbing, but those can easily be treated with ointment and a bandage.”

Since his practice launched the program this spring, Ridenour says patients receiving treatment have been happy with the results. “We wanted to make a small difference in the lives of cancer patients, and they have been very grateful. A lot of them didn’t know the marks could be removed, and they are thrilled someone cared enough to put together this program to assist them, even in this very small way.”

Patients interested in the program can call Ridenour Plastic Surgery in Creve Coeur at 878-8600. (Editor’s note: Dr. George Hruza at Laser and Dermatologic Surgery Center in Chesterfield also offers the New Beginnings: Radiation Mark Removal Program.)

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WOMAN’S FACE AND HANDS CAN BE TELL-TALE signs of years creeping by, but there is another area of the body that often is overlooked and can be one of the best indicators of a woman’s true age: her décolletage.

The chest is one of the most-exposed and leastcared-for areas of the body. Sun damage conspires with the passage of time to thin the skin and create wrinkles, sunspots and crepe paper-like texture. Even side-sleeping, which chronically compresses the skin, contributes to vertical wrinkling patterns on the chest.

While there are a number of products that target this area — from topical skin care creams and serums to structural devices worn on the chest for side sleepers — the options are still relatively limited. The currently available options require ongoing use, offer a preventive focus, and are limited in their ability to repair damage.

Lasers can be effective, but must be used at low levels over several treatments, and the patient must avoid any sun exposure throughout the multi-month treatment regimen.

Another option specifically indicated to non-invasively treat the chest to improve lines and wrinkles of the décolletage is Ultherapy, which utilizes imaging and micro-focused ultrasound therapy capabilities. The FDA-approved procedure only takes about 30 minutes to administer and requires no downtime.

Unlike lasers, radio frequency, surgery and other technologies, nonsurgical Ultherapy bypasses superficial skin to deliver the right amount of ultrasound energy at the right depths and the right temperature.

This energy triggers a natural response under the skin, jumpstarting the regenerative process that strengthens weak collagen and produces fresh, new collagen. The treatment also uses traditional ultrasound imaging, which allows practitioners to see the layers of tissue they are treating, ensuring the treatment energy is delivered to where it will be most beneficial.

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ON THE COVER: The Gatesworth offers a variety of health and wellness services to its residents, including spa treatments, massage therapy, fitness classes and more. Pictured on the cover: Rosemary Killmade and Mildred Wallach at The Boutique at Spa One. Photo by Tim Parker Photography. For more information, call 993-0111 or visit thegatesworth.com.

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THE GATESWORTH

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O KEEP RESIDENTS LOOKING AND feeling their best, The Gatesworth offers a wide variety of wellness services—ranging from health to beauty—to those who reside on the campus of the luxury retirement community.

For instance, Gatesworth resident Rosemary Killmade began seeking massage therapy treatment twice a week. Killmade, who suffers from chronic back spasms, says the treatments offered relief. “If I feel at all that the muscles are tightening up again, I go down and [the massage therapist] works on my back,” she says, noting that she now gets a massage at Spa One about once a week to keep the problem at bay.

Killmade visits the same massage therapist each time, which she says offers a great advantage.

“She’s very familiar with where the pain resonates.” Outside of her massage therapy, Killmade betters herself by walking and participating in

frequent arthritis water exercises, also offered at The Gatesworth.

In addition, The Gatesworth’s programs expand beyond therapeutic and fitness treatments to include services that keep residents looking their best. Resident Mildred Wallach says she enjoys participating in the fitness classes when she is able, and adds she can’t say enough about the spa. Wallach visits Spa One for hair services, manicures and pedicures. “The environment is very nice and the [employees] are very warm,” she says. “I’ve been here nine years, and I use them almost weekly.”

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Congratulations to our readers on their milestone wedding anniversaries this year!

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Following Their Passion

BY LISA WATSON

BETSY COHEN Betsy Cohen worked at Nestle Purina for 32 years, and it was while serving as VP of sustainability in 2012 that she announced she would soon be leaving her position in search of a civic leadership role. “I had always loved creating new businesses; and in my role, we would create a business plan and develop it to be part of Purina’s business model and eventually Nestle Purina’s business model,” she says. “I had experience in sustainability and in running a regional coalition, and I thought those would be the things I would focus on in the next chapter of my work life.”

At about the same time in 2012, an economic development study done by St. Louis City and County found that the region would be improved if more foreign-born people were attracted to the area. “We have less than 5 percent foreign-born population and other large regions have more like 20 percent,” Cohen says, noting that foreign-born residents are far more likely to start a business 36

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and bring great value to the areas in which they live. They also add an intangible dynamism and multicultural mix that benefit the community at-large, she says.

The study recommended hiring a director to start an organization to attract more foreignborn people to the St. Louis area—a role for which Cohen’s experience in new initiative startup, shepherding regional coalitions, and international relations uniquely qualified her.

She interviewed for the position to lead what later became known as the St. Louis Mosaic project; and when she received an offer, she knew she had found a highly motivating new calling.

The project’s official goal—to make St. Louis the fastest-growing metropolitan area for immigration by 2020—is one Cohen is dedicated to meeting, and it’s already well on its way, she notes. “We’ve had more than 100 news stories: from local media to Anderson Cooper, Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal and St. Louis Public Radio,” she says. “We’ve had phenomenal interest in how a region like St. Louis is excited about attracting talent...We want to be a growing region, not a declining one.”

For others considering making a leap into a new field, Cohen advises, “Find the things that tap into your skills and passions and give it all that energy, because we have so much. It’s a gift of our generation that we have long lives ahead of us.”

HELEN WEISSFLUG From the time she graduated college until her retirement in 1989, Helen Weissflug worked as a secretary, much of that time for Phillips Petroleum.

“I liked meeting the different people,” she says.

“When I started, there were a lot of people in the office, but when I moved out, it was a two-girl office. Eventually it closed here completely and moved to Houston when they merged with Conoco.”

In 1977, Weissflug picked up crocheting, mainly for recreation. But in her hometown of Augusta, a woman opened a craft shop called Old Mill, where Weissflug began selling items on consignment on the side. “I did baby bibs and angel ornaments, and fancy pot holders. Then (the woman’s) husband died, and she went out of business.” After that, Weissflug continued to sell the items through her

church, frequently participating in fundraising bazaars.

Over the years, Weissflug has belonged to several crocheting groups, including one called Needle Workers at Friendship Village Chesterfield, where she now lives, and another called Needles (n) Knots—“because we use needles and sometimes the thread gets in knots,” she jokes.

Now that she is retired, Weissflug has much more time to devote to her craft, sometimes spending five or six hours a day crocheting. Many of the items she creates—from gingerbread men to afghans, scarves mittens and hats—are donated to fundraisers for her church and Friendship Village. Others become gifts for family and friends, and some are commissioned.

“I had a bunch of grand-nieces and great-grandnieces and nephews, and their original gift was a baby afghan, and when the adults were married, they got a full-sized afghan,” Weissflug says. “My mother-in-law gave everybody a quilt and I didn’t quilt, so this was what I could do.”

BETSY COHEN PHOTO BY SARAH CONARD, HELEN WEISSFLUG BY TESS BRADLEY

Some people are blessed to work in a field they love for their entire lives, while others find that their calling changes as they advance in their professional life. And still there are those who find fulfillment in their hobbies, which can take center stage once the responsibilities of work have given way to retirement.

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retirementlifestyle A Ladue News Special Section

PLANNING FOR LONG-TERM CARE

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A R I NG FO R A N AG I NG loved one can be a daunting task. And when that task becomes too difficult for family members, they often turn to a health-care provider.

But how can a family determine the best type of longterm care for their relative?

Families in need of long-term health care assistance are not alone. More than 70 percent of Americans ages 65 and older will require longterm care at some point in their lives, according to a study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. To answer this growing need, Constance Moore, a client care advocate at Commerce Trust Company, serves as a gerontologist and counselor to formulate long-term care plans for clients. “We aim to relieve each family’s stress and allow them to be the family members— not the caregivers.”

The common forms of long-term care choices families have today are in-home care, assisted living and skilled nursing. And Moore says the first step is to identify the appropriate level of care among these options. “Go to your medical professional, so he or she can guide you; and see your financial adviser, who can help you with a plan years in advance.”

Angie Keeven, director of resident well-being and social services at Parc Provence, says the proper level of care can be found by identifying how much assistance the person needs. “Do they need help with bathing, dressing and grooming?

What are their physical needs—do they need assistance walking or transferring in and out of a chair? Can they manage their own medications, taking the right dosage at the right time? Are they able to shop for food, prepare it and store it safely? Do they also need help with laundry, transportation and their finances?” She adds that it is important to know whether they have been diagnosed with a progressive disease, such as Alzheimer’s, which will require an increasing level of assistance. Moore agrees that families need to look at their loved one’s needs now and in the future. “Choose a place that can accommodate your relative as much as possible to avoid a move later.”

To determine the best fit for your loved one, local health care experts also recommend extensive interviews with in-home caregivers and staff at assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. For home health care, Moore advises

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“TRYING TO MAKE THESE DECISIONS IN A LAST-MINUTE CRISIS DOESN’T ALLOW YOU TO SHOP AROUND FOR THE BEST CARE.” ANGIE KEEVEN, Parc Provence

finding out who owns the company, its number of employees and their training, if it is bonded and insured, and the cost charged per hour. She also recommends requesting three references, and consulting friends who have worked with the company. Michael Gianino, VP of operations at Homewatch Caregivers, says in-home caregivers should have at least two years of experience, a clean background check, as well as patience and a passion for the work. “If the medical needs of an elderly person are not extreme, in-home care is certainly a smart choice. Our clients have shown that individual attention improves quality of life and even lengthens lifespan,” he explains. “And in-home caregivers can be more affordable and provide more individual attention than assisted and skilled living facilities.” Assisted living may be more expensive because of staffing, while skilled nursing can cost even more due to a nursing staff that is present around the clock, Keeven says.

In further evaluating assisted living and skilled

nursing facilities, local health care experts say visiting the campus is a must. “Take a tour of the community,” Keeven says. “Does the food look healthy and appetizing? How do staff members interact with the residents? Do the residents look happy and engaged in meaningful activities?” She also notes the importance of determining how the community will honor the unique personality and interests of your relative to ensure he or she will have a quality experience at the facility. And be sure to inquire about the community’s staff-to-resident ratios, training and turnover rates, she adds.

Whatever your loved one’s needs, it’s paramount to plan ahead—before the need is there, Keeven notes. “Trying to make these decisions in a last-minute crisis doesn’t allow you to shop around for the best care.” Moore says a good time to begin preparing for long-term care is when you start planning for retirement. “By doing your homework, you will be empowered by your plan.

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A complete range of rehabilitation services is offered at McKnight Place Extended Care’s fully equipped therapy gym. Licensed therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapies to residents living on campus. McKnight Place also offers short-term rehabilitation stays for those requiring assistance after an illness or surgery.

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Friendship Village Chesterfield wellness incorporates eight dimensions: health services, environmental, physical, social, spiritual, intellectual, vocational and emotional. Wellness coordinator Carla DeGrande notes that most major initiatives at the community come from residents who are active and benefit from the Wellness Campaign.

The Gatesworth provides residents with choice, variety and service. Local owners and a staff of 265 professionals are dedicated to saying ‘yes.’ Services include casual dining in three distinctive restaurant settings, a full-service fitness center and spa, entertainment in the Starbird Theater, and a range of activities to satisfy mind, body and spirit.

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FTER 33 YEARS AS A VETERInary practitioner, with several of those years working at animal emergency clinics, I’ve come to realize just how difficult it is for pet owners to determine whether they have a true pet emergency.

I can safely say that my own experience suggests that most pet owners do overreact. That being said, as a parent and a pet owner, I, too, often have allowed my emotions and fear to drive me to rush my kids and/or pets to the hospital.

As I see it, it would be the pediatrician’s responsibility to tell me whether I was overreacting to my child’s illness. So I figure it would be my responsibility to do the same with pet owners.

My intent is not to contradict myself, but there are many instances when it should be the veterinarian’s role to determine the risk at-hand. I encourage pet owners to work with a veterinary clinic that is willing to take their own calls after hours.

Pet owners always feel better visiting with a doctor familiar to them and to their pet(s). So, ask your vet if they can be available by phone to make an initial assessment for you. If, in fact, the scenario sounds urgent, then your best course may be a trip to one of several emergency facilities—if only to assure you that your pet is safe and free from obvious concern.

The following conditions often are associated with situations that demand a pet owner’s immediate attention. These signs may reflect any number of conditions, and some can be life-threatening.

If your pet is experiencing: • blood loss • difficulty breathing • some degree (or complete loss) of consciousness Or your pet: • survived a traumatic incident • may have ingested some questionable, chemical or material item • has generalized weakness or inability to

move normally has persistent vomiting is straining to urinate or defecate has a sudden onset of swelling somewhere in the body Then, a visit to the veterinarian might be needed.

Your veterinarian may direct you to assess other things like body temperature (with an inexpensive digital thermometer), or to check your pet’s • • •

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Dr. Doug Pernikoff practices at the Clarkson-Wilson Veterinary Clinic/Veterinary Pet Rescue. For more information, visit clarksonwilsonvet.com.

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BY LISA WATSON

NCE UPON A TIME...SCOTT AND HEIDI SUPPELSA HAD two purebred dogs: A beagle and a cocker spaniel. When both passed away within a span of two years, the family took a yearlong break from dog ownership. But eventually, they wanted a new dog that would be good with their two kids, Eli (now 10) and Maya (7).

Heidi had a friend who worked at the Animal Protective Association of Missouri (APA), who convinced her that a rescue dog might be a good fit for their family. Thinking that an older dog would be calmer with the kids, the family started researching the shelter’s dogs on its website and eventually found three they wanted to meet.

“The woman at the front desk said they were down the hallway past the puppy room, and you go through the double doors,” Heidi recalls. “I got as far as the puppy room, and said, I’ll just take a walk through. Everyone was hyper and barking, except for one dog. He was lying on his cot, and I came over and said, Hi, and he just looked at me like, Yeah, hi.”

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Seeing how calm the puppy was, Heidi started having second thoughts about whether an older dog would be the right choice.

Looking at his information tag, everything checked out: He was a beagle-chihuahua-daschund mix who was good with kids was and house-trained. And according to the staff, the previous owners had no complaints about the dog, but had to give him up because they had too many other animals. “We appreciate the work the APA did to profile him—I think it’s a testament to how good their organization is, that they learn as much about the dog as possible,” Heidi says.

“I can’t imagine having that volume of animals and matching them with the right owners.”

Heidi and husband then introduced the dog to the family. They gave the dog every test they could think of, she says. “We tested, if you hold him, does he want to be held? Because we wanted a dog that was good with kids and a good listener—one that was trainable, and yet, cuddly.” Needless to say, the dog, whom they named Louie, passed with flying colors and they took him home.

After a week or so, the Suppelsas realized that part of the reason Louie was so docile was that he had just gotten over an illness.

Now, Heidi describes him as “the perfect balance of being playful, but also very Zen.” On lazy days, he seeks out any sunbeam in the house and lays there, soaking up the warmth.

As a result, the kids dubbed him ‘Louie the 14th—the Sun Dog,’ she says.

On the other hand, if the kids are busy with books or playing on the iPad, Louie creates his own entertainment. “If he looks around and no one wants to play, he has these stuffed animals and he’ll just fire up and play keep-away from himself. He’ll fling it across the room and run around like someone threw it to him,” Heidi says. “We figure, I guess that means you want us to play with you. He never refuses play time or cuddle time—ever.”

The family credits the APA in large part for helping find a dog who was such a good fit for them. As Heidi says, “Some things are good fortune and other things are well-planned, and this was a good combination of the two.”

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IN FINE STYLE

A Place She Calls Home

BY ALAN E. BRAINERD • PHOTOS BY MICHAEL JACOB

You don’t have to own your home to make a personal statement with its interior spaces. Today, leasing or renting is considered a chic and smart option for many busy professionals, who are finding this carefree lifestyle to their liking.

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As an interior designer, I have great admiration for people who have an innate sense of style and good taste, which can be translated into a living environment.

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With commanding views of the Forest Park and the city beyond, the apartment evokes a sense of sophisticated urban living. “I place something once and I am done, I don’t move things around,” she states, noting she placed her furniture, artwork and accessories when she moved in five years ago; and there, they have remained. Although she constantly is adding

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artwork to her already extensive collection, the basic arrangements have remained the same.

As a young bride in the late 1970s, she worked with John Harney of The Warfield Shop, just as her mother and grandmother had done before her.

The Warfield Shop was the shop for the carriage trade of St. Louis when a decorator was needed. Mr. Harney helped her make selections that would literally last a lifetime. “I didn’t want a brown mahogany dining table, so John said, How about a red-lacquered Parsons-style table? And I said, Done!” That table and chairs (which have been reupholstered only once) still remain the focal point of the dining area.

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Continued from page 49 subtle homage to the legendary designer.

My neighbor learned from her mother and grandmother that you buy once, and you buy right. Her upholstered pieces began as chintz-covered in the 1980s, and later were updated to the textural, understated fabrics that now grace them.

One significant upgrade was the floor covering: Wool sisal-styled neutral carpet was installed in lieu of what the building offered. And to replace the standard Venetian blinds, Conrad roller grass blinds adorn the windows, punctuating both the sense of contemporary and respect for the exceptional view.

As you enter the apartment, a heavily carved chair from the 1904 World’s Fair sets the tone that this is no ordinary, run-of-the-mill collector. “That chair was the only thing I wanted from my grandmother; and now, I enjoy it every day,” she says with a smile.

The plateau under the living room window displays a collection of carvings her mother purchased in Hong Kong and are accentuated by live orchids and other objets d’art. The treetops of Forest Park are the perfect contrast for this display.

The perfect blend of glass works, paper works, photography and sculpture by the best 20th-century artists, combined with antiques and bespoke furniture, have made this ‘rental’ a stunning place for her to call home.

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OSTING THANKSGIVING THIS YEAR will be a breeze in this stunning 6,000-square-foot home. Greet guests in the grand entryway, which features 10-foot ceilings and oak paneling, and let the kids play touch football outside on the 4.9-acre property (which includes a pool and pond), while you prep dinner. The jaw-dropping kitchen boasts Viking, Wolf and SubZero appliances, a 60-inch glass-front refrigerator, 150-bottle wine cooler and butler’s pantry.

The two Asko dishwashers make clean-up quick and easy.

After the main meal, let the tryptophan kick in with a nap in front of one of three fireplaces, or start a game in the third-floor billiards room. The north bedroom wing, which includes two bedrooms and a full bathroom, will feel like home to any out-of-town guests. And unwind in the steam shower, whirlpool tub or air jet tub at the end of the day. Guests will appreciate the heated, 4-car garage when they leave the next morning; while you use the Elan touch-screens to play relaxing music throughout the home, as you catch your breath and get ready for the next holiday gathering.

This 8-bedroom, 5 full- and 1 half-bathroom home in Huntleigh is listed for $2.499 million.

John Ryan, 993-8000, 941-0572, theryantradition.com

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Coldwell Banker Gundaker, one of St. Louis’ leading residential real estate brokerage companies, operates 20 offices with some 2,000 sales associates serving metropolitan St. Louis and eastcentral Missouri. CBG was formed in 2001 with the merger of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (originally the Ira E. Berry Company, founded in 1939) and Gundaker Realtors (founded in 1968). The associates of the Ladue office rank among the area’s most experienced real estate professionals with special expertise in the Ladue market and the central corridor. For more information, visit cbgundaker.com.

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The Queen Mary: Ghostly, Gorgeous and Going Nowhere STORY AND PHOTOS BY JUDY CROWELL

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T’S ONE OF THE 10 MOST HAUNTED PLACES IN AMERICA, ACCORDING TO TIME MAGAZINE. THE QUEEN MARY,

docked at Long Beach, California, remains a fabulous and eerie visit back in time. Now a full-service hotel and entertainment venue, it was completed in Scotland in 1936 and built to be the grandest ocean liner in the world, with modern staterooms

and lavish Art Deco interiors, two indoor swimming pools, beauty salons, libraries, children’s nurseries, a music studio, outdoor paddle tennis courts, dog kennels and telephone connections to anyplace in the world—and that’s just for starters.

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SHIP EXTERIOR AND GHOST PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE QUEEN MARY

DIVERSIONS

TRAVEL

Nicknamed the Ship of Woods, more than 50 different wood veneers (many now extinct) to represent the 56 protectorates of the British Empire at that time were used to create beautiful panels and intricate marquetry both inside and out.

In the day, celebrities like Clark Gable, Bob Hope, Wallis Simpson and her prince, and Sir Winston Churchill were frequent passengers. Often compared to the Titanic, there is no comparison: The Queen Mary was twice as large and faster, and had completed 1,001 North Atlantic crossings. Her finest hours were the World War II years, when—painted a camouflage grey, including all windows and portholes—The Queen Mary unceasingly ferried Allied troops to and from Europe, shortening the war by at least one year. On one crossing, 16,082 soldiers were aboard the ship, a standing record for the most passengers ever transported on one vessel. On another crossing, she accidentally sliced through her escort ship, the HMS Curacoa, killing 239 people. And that leads us to the ghosts...

There are many—not white-sheeted figures that float around, but photographed, documented orbs (spirit energies) in all areas of the ship. Not surprisingly, in the area that cut through the Curacoa, screams and sounds of metal ripping apart have been heard. A fireman who died in the engine room, crushed to death by one of the ship’s watertight doors, is said to be a frequent ghost. A young girl, ‘Jackie,’ who slid down the bannister near the first-class pool and died, haunts the pool area. In Room M107, a man in a white suit sits in a bedside chair to watch hotel guests sleep. In Room B492, guests have reported blankets being pulled off while sleeping; and in Room A119, the antique fan keeps going off and on, even though it’s not plugged in. Hundreds of these paranormal experiences have been compiled together, listing each room number and what one may expect if reserving a particular room. You can ask at the front desk as you check in—or not.

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Haunted M-deck hallway

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IN ROOM B492, GUESTS HAVE REPORTED BLANKETS BEING PULLED OFF WHILE SLEEPING; AND IN ROOM A119, THE ANTIQUE FAN KEEPS GOING OFF AND ON, EVEN THOUGH IT’S NOT PLUGGED IN.

Continued from page 59 reserving a particular room. You can ask at the front desk as you check in—or not.

In 1967, when the jet age prevailed over ocean travel, The Queen Mary was brought to port in Long Beach, becoming a floating hotel and museum. Several owners have supervised it since then; and today, it boasts 346 original first-class staterooms and suites, truly unique shops, several restaurants and fascinating tours. Don’t miss the Ghosts & Legends Show and the Diana: Legacy of a Princess exhibition, among others. As far as food is concerned, the five-star dining at Sir Winston’s and the fish-house tradition of Chelsea Chowder House & Bar are musts.

During our visit, we were amazed by the respect for history and the diligence in preserving and restoring this icon. Simply polishing all the brass handrails throughout the ship is a labor of love.

As for the ghosts, you’re either a skeptic or a believer. We bet there have been a few times a skeptic has checked into this hotel, and walked out a believer. We dare you to find out for yourself!

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TRAVEL

FIRST-PERSON ACCOUNT

Swirl, Paint, Sip, Repeat...

BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT

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COUPLE MONTHS AGO, MY editor approached me about one of those new painting-whiledrinking-wine classes that have recently dominated everyone’s social media newsfeeds.

My mission was to visit the new Pinot’s Palette in Webster Groves. The thought of doing something artistic while drinking wine, and then writing about it, sounded like something just this side of nirvana, so, of course, I signed on.

Before I go any further, I think a disclaimer is appropriate: I’m kind of an awesome painter...or at least I was—in high school. For one semester.

You see, before I found my way to journalism, I saw my future in the arts. During my senior year of high school, I substituted as much of my electorates as possible in favor of any art class I could get my paintstained hands on. And not to toot my own horn, or—if you will— paint my own congratula tory selfportrait, but… you’re reading an article by the 2008 first-place oil-painting winner from Ursuline Academy. …And I haven’t painted since. Needless to say, I’ve lost most—if not all—of any remaining ability.

Back to Pinot’s Palette: At each station is an easel with a blank canvas, brushes, a plastic water cup, paper towels and two paper plates—one with several squirts of different paint colors—to act as palettes. The shop also provides aprons, corkscrews, wine glasses and a wine cooler to really make the party pop. I arrive with a bottle of pinot— the shop is BYOB—and make a beeline to the drink station, as I’m craving liquid courage to calm my shaky nerves and fidgeting hands. My friend, Andi, arrives, and the class begins.

The artists at Pinot’s Palette—each of whom is either pursuing a degree in art or already works as an artist—teach the class from beginning to end.

Standing on a small platform at the front of the room with a head-set microphone a la Britney Spears, the teacher begins going over the supplies and what we’re about to paint. Our project for the

PHOTO BY SARAH CONARD

IN THE END, FOR ME, AT LEAST, THE NIGHT ISN’T ABOUT MAKING A MASTERPIECE OR LAUNCHING A CAREER AS THE NEXT VAN GOGH, BUT ABOUT TRYING SOMETHING NEW.

night is entitled Autumn Stream.

This is where I need to include another disclaimer: Before taking one, I was extremely cynical about these classes. I disliked that everyone had to paint the same thing, thinking that any opportunity for creativity immediately vanishes, and that the end-product—or 20-plus versions of the same end product—would be extremely monotonous. The teacher, still giving the introduction, almost reads my mind. “You don’t have to do

an autumn stream if you don’t want to,” she says.

“You can do a spring stream or a summer stream— or you can do a cat, if you want. It’s up to you.” I laughed with the other students, and felt a bit of skepticism melt away.

Using a blank canvas of their own, as well as a dry-erase board and marker off to the side, the teachers begin going step-by-step through the Continued on page 69

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baldwin’s

best bets (What we’re buzzing about this week)

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

SEE: LADUE NEWS SHOW HOUSE 34 Briarcliff in Ladue; laduenews.com - See fabulous living spaces designed by some of St. Louis’ premier interior design teams - Proceeds benefit Autism Speaks and SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center

- Meet the Designer Night takes place Thursday, Oct. 16

TASTE: PAN D’OLIVE

1603 McCausland in South City; 647-8000 - The menu features Mediterranean cuisine with a California twist - Sample delicacies like Grilled Lamb Kofte and Imam Bayildi, braised eggplant with ground-beef stuffing - Open for dinner seven days; lunch served Monday through Friday

SEE: GONE GIRL

Now showing in local theaters; gonegirlmovie.com - Thriller adapted from Gillian Flynn’s best-selling page-turner - Stars Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike as a couple whose marriage goes horribly wrong - Shooting took place in Cape Girardeau (as the fictional North Carthage, Missouri) for several weeks, highlighting areas such as Riverfront Park, Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge, downtown and the courthouse

TREND: STYLICIOUS

Phone app; download for free from the App Store and Google Play - Plan outfits like Alicia Silverstone’s Cher in the movie Clueless - Catalogue clothes and outfits with the ‘closet organizer’ - Discover trends, get tips and shop

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Greek to Me SO I’VE BEEN DOING SOME SUBSTITUTEteaching of late—just a class here and there. I get to brush up on some subjects in which I used to be proficient, back when the wheels were welloiled. It’s a win-win, really—for me. The students (I think) enjoy their time with their new sub. I haven’t been pelted with spit wads or been fooled into spending the entire class discussing The League on FX (OK, once, it happened once). So far, I’m teaching, they’re learning. All is as it should be. And that’s when the teacher I am helping out informs me of one tiny detail: On Tuesday, you’ll be taking my beginning Greek class.

Now, I realize I am only a sub. I have only to play a movie on the Parthenon or Antigone to skate through a Greek class, but I am off-balance, nonetheless. My knowledge of Greek extends to a conversational class I dumped freshman year (and a rush chairman who dumped me sophomore year). Darn it for skipping out on that spring break trip to Mykonos—I would have, for sure, learned the basics: Where’s the restroom?, I love the beach!, What’s ouzo?, Keep your hands to yourself! As it is, I’m adrift, staring at a sea of letters I have only ever spotted hanging above the door to a toga party. Nevertheless, I must rise to the challenge. If I can get through 43 minutes of an unfamiliar topic—heck, I did it for three years in law school—I can certainly do it now.

As a substitute teacher, you have options: There is the Socratic fake-out: peppering the class with questions; and if they don’t know something, encouraging other students to

Debbie Baldwin

TANGENTIAL THINKER jump in. Come on, you know this, guys. Help Mr. Anderson out here. You can also turn an unanswerable question into an assignment. OK, then I guess we know the homework. Everyone, write down Mr. Anderson’s dilemma and come back next week with a solution. This accomplishes two goals: It busies the students during class; and by the time next Tuesday rolls around, I’m long gone. Unfortunately, I’m nervous to even start the banter in this group. These kids are smart, too smart. They’re already eyeing me suspiciously; if it goes to the challenge round, I will lose.

So I opt for the forbidden choice in the substitute teacher’s manual: full disclosure. I come clean. I risk derision. But I don’t get it. I get a polite, almost sympathetic acknowledgement as they turn to their textbooks.

Then one asks if I’m the Debbie Baldwin who writes for Ladue News. And I have my ‘in.’ If they work diligently and avoid mocking me for the hour, I will write my next column about them: the tenacious, committed Greek students—wait, that’s not it: the brilliant, gifted Greek students, who sat respectfully and translated their assignment. Wow. Hard-working, engaged students.

That might have been more mystifying than the language they actually are studying.

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REVIEWS MOVIE REVIEW

THEATER REVIEW

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

Musical: Bonnie & Clyde

BY MARK BRETZ

THE STORY Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker were two kids chafing to escape the crosshairs of the Great Depression. Clyde’s father was an itinerant farmer, always beholden to someone else for the meager wages that fed his wife and two sons, while Bonnie was raised by her God-fearing widowed mother to work hard and respect the system. When she meets Clyde, sparks fly and the two instantly are attracted to each other.

Disappearing Act GONE GIRL

RATING: 8 out of 10

THEATER PHOTO BY JILL RITTER PHOTOGRAPHY

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F YOU DIDN’T READ THE BOOK: Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck) leaves his rural Missouri cul de sac one sunny July day and heads to visit his twin sister, Margo (Carrie Coon), at a neighborhood bar they co-own. There, Nick receives a call from a neighbor letting him know—we assume— that his front door is open and his cat has gotten out. When Nick returns to retrieve the animal, something is not right: A coffee table is overturned and a chair is askew in a small sitting area; and his wife, Amy (Rosamund Pike), is gone.

From there, things get weird. Suddenly, Nick’s mediocre marriage with a callous and dissatisfied wife are thrown into the national spotlight, as the world watches locals and law enforcement search for Amy Dunne. Amy is portrayed as a martyr, who moved from Manhattan to stay by her husband’s side as he cared for his dying mother. Nick, meanwhile, is a leaching, philandering loser, who—it seems—murdered his sainted bride.

All signs point to Nick as the perpetrator; and, in spite of detective Rhonda Boney (Kim Dickens) and high-priced attorney Tanner Bolt (Tyler Perry) believing his innocence, it seems only Amy—alive or dead—can exonerate her husband.

If you read the book: The film follows the book with pinpoint accuracy. There are a few extremely minor plot points, mentioned in blogs, that differ. I will say this, though: The dynamic of the film is slightly different than the novel. The reader is more sympathetic to Nick’s narration. In the novel, he comes across as more of a victim, a bumbling pawn in a psychotic game. In the movie, you really don’t care if he gets pinned with the crime or not—or if you do, it’s only out of a sense of justice, not caring.

My only criticism is that the film could have been an opportunity to enhance the novel, not simply recreate it on screen. I was hoping for a little gift for the readers out there. That being said, it is a very good book—and an equally compelling film.

Either way: The acting here is spot-on. Affleck is the perfect Nick—good looking and confident, but not as smart as he should be; and Rosamund Pike is chilling as the missing Amy. David Fincher’s direction, as usual, is flawless. All in all, it’s an exceptional thriller.

Against her better instincts, Bonnie agrees to join Clyde on his ragtag mission to rob banks, stores and wherever else he can get quick cash. Even as they become pop heroes to the downtrodden as they hold up locales throughout the Midwest and Southwest, they always return to their folks in West Dallas, Texas, making them convenient targets for the law.

Since there are no brains in this bunch, which also includes Clyde’s brother, Buck, they’re destined for a tough demise.

HIGHLIGHTS: This musical version of Bonnie & Clyde is, for the most part, a joy ride of infectious music (well, OK, it has its share of sappy ballads, too) by Frank Wildhorn, interesting lyrics by Don Black and a compelling book by Ivan Menchell.

With that fine source material, directors Scott Miller and Mike Dowdy harness the energy and intelligence of their cast, coupled with the crackling chemistry between title performers Larissa White and Matt Pentecost, for an evening of engaging and thoughtful entertainment.

COMPANY: New Line Theatre RATING: A 4.5 on a scale of 1-to-5.

VENUE: Washington University South Campus Theatre, 6501 Clayton Road DATES: Oct. 10-11, 16-18, 23-25 TICKETS: $15-$25; 534-1111 or metrotix.com More reviews

Casting Pentecost and White opposite each other is the key to the success of this presentation, the local premiere of a lessthan-successful 2011 Broadway endeavor. They epitomize the youthful abandon and invigorating love of the duo and do so with convincing chemistry. Each also can handle and shape a tune with finesse and a flair for accentuating the likability of these small-time scofflaws who rode an early-day celebrity wave for a short but meteoric period.

Perhaps New Line has mounted a superior production to the Broadway version, because this buoyant, captivating rendition makes it puzzling to understand why Bonnie and Clyde met such a quick death on the Great White Way. Here in the heartland, though, they are folk heroes of a musical sort.

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DINING OUT

spicybits

BY MATT SORRELL

Make plans to join the folks at Truffles in Ladue this Thursday, Oct. 16, as they officially open the Butchery, its new meat market expansion adjacent to the restaurant. There’ll be plenty of Champagne, food samples and live music. Festivities will begin on the restaurant’s parking lot on Clayton Road at 5 p.m., and move indoors to continue the celebration.

Early birds with an appetite can skip the fast food joints and get some quality AM fare at J. Buck’s in Clayton, which is now serving breakfast Monday through Friday, from 7 to 10 a.m.

Ferguson’s EarthDance Farms will host its seventh annual Farmers Formal on Saturday, Nov. 8. The event will feature a locally grown catered dinner, silent and live auctions, and live music. Get all the details at earthdancefarms.org.

This year’s St. Louis Jewish Book Festival features several authors of food-related books, including ALLEN SALKIN, author of From Scratch: The Uncensored History of The Food Network, DINA ROSE, who penned of It’s Not About Broccoli: Three Habits To Teach Your Kids For A Lifetime of Healthy Living, and ROSE LEVY BERANBAUM of The Baking Bible. To get the full schedule of events, go to stljewishbookfestival.org.

Excel Brewing Company recently debuted five new craft brews, as well as a seasonal Oktoberfest, in an effort to increase its presence in the St. Louis area. The new beers are: Lefty Lager, an all-malt Helles lager; Eastside IPA, a big, hoppy beer reminiscent of West Coast IPAs: Bose Roggen, a black lager; Southside Stout, made with plenty of roasted barley and dark caramel malts; Flash Bang, a hoppy unfiltered American wheat beer; and the Oktoberfest, a traditional German-style Marzen. The beers will be available at select eating and drinking establishments, and retailers around town.

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Three Flags Tavern

Where the Flags Fly Proudly

BY SIDNEY LEWIS

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INCE IT OPENED EARLIER THIS YEAR, Three Flags Tavern has been one of the tougher reservations to get around town— trust us, we’ve tried a few times! After finally getting a table, it became immediately obvious why folks have been crowding this establishment.

The three flags in the name reference the trio of countries that comprise the inspiration behind the menu: America, France and Spain. We did our best to experience each one, beginning with the Lobster Beignets ($13), which could easily have been on the dessert list instead of the starters. The powdered sugar and rich chunks of lobster proved to be an unlikely, but delicious, combination. To complement the rich sweetness of these little deep-fried French nuggets, we knocked back a half-dozen Washington State oysters. We got ours raw, but there were several preparations offered during our visit, including Rockefeller and spicy Louisianastyle. They paired quite nicely with a glass of crisp Bordeaux Blanc ($7).

From there, we headed to Spain with a bowl of Posole ($8), an island of unctuous pork on the bone swimming in a spicy amalgam of hominy, jalapeno and radish, then back to the East Coast of the U.S. for a Lobster Roll (market price). We had the Connecticut version, which is heavy on the drawn butter, but the mayo-centric style popular in Maine also is available.

We’ve officially stopped trying to find the best burger in town—there are just too many good ones around to choose from. If we were still on

the search, though, Three Flags’ Ground Brisket Burger ($13) would be right at the top. This fairly traditional take on the classic American burger features a hefty beef-brisket patty, along with the standard ketchup, mustard and red onion, sandwiched between two potato rolls. Simple, straightforward and delectable, this burger is a great example of how a few high-quality ingredients, when combined, can produce something greater than the sum of its humble parts. We augmented this beastly burger with some French Fries ($4), a side of rarebit (cumin ketchup also an option) and some gloriously cheesy Cauliflower Gratin ($5).

To cap off the meal, we eschewed the heavier dessert offerings (though we were sorely tempted by the Buttermilk Pie) due to some overconsumption issues earlier on in the meal; and instead opted for some savory bleu cheese with a little bit of honeycomb and some pieces of crisp baguette ($9), paired up with a cocktail, the Brown Derby #1 ($8). This mighty fine version of a favorite classic tipple combined Four Roses Yellow Label bourbon, grapefruit juice and honey syrup.

Service at Three Flags was spot-on and the atmosphere was most inviting. The space ably showcases the structure’s exposed brick and tin ceiling, giving it a warm, neighborhood feel. Oh, and just in case you’re still wondering, the wait we mentioned earlier? Yeah, it’s worth it.

4940 Southwest Ave., 669-9222, threeflagstavern.com

EXCEL BREWING COMPANY PHOTO COURTESY OF EXCEL BREWERY, THREE FLAGS TAVERN PHOTO BY SARAH CONARD

Congrats to chef BOBBY TRAMPIER, sous chef at St. Louis Country Club. He took home the gold and was crowned the new champ of Taste of St. Louis’ Chef Battle Royale competition, held last month in the festival’s new location in Chesterfield.

YOU’LL HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE.

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AROUND TOWN

BY BRITTANY NAY

DAVID SANBORN The renowned saxophonist will perform at Jazz at the Bistro. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $20-$60. jazzstl.org.

10/10-11 NEW DANCE HORIZONS III Dance St. Louis presents New Dance Horizons III, featuring local professional dance companies—MADCO, Saint Louis Ballet and The Big Muddy Dance Company—performing productions by nationally renowned choreographers, at the Touhill Performing Arts Center. 8 p.m. $30. touhill.org.

HOT METAL The Society for Midwest Metalsmiths presents original jewelry, from St. Louis artist Noel Leicht and 25 other metal artists, available in the lower level auditorium of The Ethical Society of Saint Louis. 3-8 p.m.

Oct. 10; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 11. midwest-metalsmiths.org.

10/10-12 LIT IN THE LOU This three-day literature festival will celebrate St. Louis poets, playwrights, novelists and journalists through guest author appearances and book signings, writing workshops, a St. Louis-themed writing contest, children’s activities and more in the Delmar Loop. Free. Various times. americanartsstl.org.

NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT The Tony Awardwinning musical comedy will be performed at the Peabody Opera House. Various times. $27-$82. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com.

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LOVE IN THE DESERT, ROMANCE IN AN AGE OF SCARCITY St. Louis performance artist Katie McGrath will perform at The Gaslight Cabaret Festival at The Gaslight Theater.

8 p.m. $22. licketytix.com.

DAVID GRAY Singer-songwriter David Gray will appear at the Touhill Performing Arts Center.

8 p.m. $50-$60. touhill.org.

REMEMBERING JUDY GARLAND Swing St. Louis presents Remembering Judy Garland, starring sisters Gracie and Lacy, at the Robert G. Reim Theatre. 2 and 7 p.m. $10-$20.

534-1111 or metrotix.com.

10/11-12

10/18 A SEMINAR ON TWITTER The Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis will present its sixth annual Seminar on Twitter at Webster University’s Emerson Library. 9 a.m.-noon. $20, class and lunch; $10, class. Reservations required

by Oct. 15. 449-8029 or stlpressclub.org.

OTTERTOBERFEST Experience a family-friendly Oktoberfest featuring otter-related games, keeper chats, live traditional music and more at Saint Louis Zoo. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

781-0900 or stlzoo.org.

RED VELVET BALL The annual Red Velvet Ball will feature internationally acclaimed pianist Lang Lang and the St. Louis Symphony, led by music director David Robertson, at Powell Hall. 8:30 p.m. 534-1700 or stlsymphony.org.

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CISSY LACKS Local author Cissy Lacks will discuss her book, Miriam’s Way, based on the life of Holocaust survivor Miriam (Kenisberg) Poster, who also will appear at the event, at St. Louis County Library Headquarters. 7 p.m.

Free. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

10/16

HALLOWEEN HAUNTS THROUGH 11/2 THE DARKNESS Nationally ranked haunted house The Darkness will feature Hollywood-quality scenes, stateof-the-art digital effects and animatronics to frighten fans. Various times. $22-$25. scarefest.com.

10/17-19 & 10/24-26 NOT-SO HAUNTED HOUSE Kids are invited to dress up for the The ‘Not-So Haunted’ Magic House and interact with their favorite storybook characters, from Harry Potter to Peter Pan and Alice in Wonderland. Various times.

Free with regular admission, $10; kids 1 and younger, free. magichouse.org.

10/15-11/9 A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM The Repertory Theatre presents Shakespeare’s creative comedy at the Loretto-Hilton Center. Various times. $18-$80. repstl.org.

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DIRTY DANCING The heartpounding dance drama inspired by the blockbuster movie will take the Fox Theatre stage.

Various times. $25-$95.

534-1111 or fabulousfox.com.

10/25 HALLOWEEN CRUISE Celebrate Halloween along the Mississippi River with the The Gateway Arch Riverboat Halloween Cruise, featuring a costume contest, DJ, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Ages 21 and older. 8-11 p.m. $25. 877-982-1410 or gatewayarch.com.

10/25

JASON MRAZ Grammy Award-winning musician Jason Mraz will play at the Peabody Opera House. 8 p.m. $22-$72. peabodyoperahouse.com.

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ALVIN K. STOLZE HUMANITARIAN AWARD DINNER The National Children’s Cancer Society will honor local leaders for their support of young cancer patients, and comedian Frank Caliendo and jazz vocalist Denise Thimes will perform at The Sheldon Concert Hall. 6:45 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. performances.

367-8118 or thenccs.org.

CHECK THIS OUT 10/17 250 YEARS OF ST. LOUIS MUSIC A music extravaganza featuring St. Louis favorites Denise Thimes, Peter Martin, Kim Massie, Billy Peek, Alarm Will Sound and more will take over The Sheldon. 8 p.m. $30.

533-9900 or thesheldon.org.

JASON MRAZ PHOTO BY BRITTANY KEENE, PETER MARTIN PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER

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14. Dash 15. Slow, musically 16. Pink, as a steak 17. Flight data, briefly 18. Old Roman port 19. Rear Window, 1968 22. Fit 23. Crew team need 24. Linens 27. Beast of burden 29. Swerves at sea 33. Archetype 34. Artery problems 36. Flying Down to ___ 37. Sex and the City, 2008 40. Muslim official 41. Children’s book feature 42. Sonata section 43. Secretary, e.g.

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11. Auditory 12. Good, long bath 14. How one might blush 20. Cap attachment

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26. Actors Michael and Elizabeth 27. Vinyl collectible 28. Early course 30. ‘You ___ kidding!’

31. Playwright Oscar 32. Sage 34. Gourmet mushrooms 35. High pitched 38. Corner of a building, say 39. Backpack item 44. Bulletproof vest material 46. Drunken 48. ‘Silly’ birds 49. Devotion 50. Smeltery refuse 51. Container weight 52. Fall setting?

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LAST FLASH

St. Louis County Library Foundation continued from page 6

Scott Yost, Page and Allan Ivie

Barry Sandweiss, Shanti Parikh

Dr. Ben and Linda Goldstein

Ching Ling Tai, Lynn Beckwith, Leonor Buchanan

St. Luke’s Hospital continued from page 7

Al and Jane VanAmburg

Carol and Dan Leach

Ronald and Toni Leidenfrost

Joe and Harriet Flynn, Steve Reed

TREE House of Greater St. Louis continued from page 8

Robby McGehee, Craig Mayer, Jackie and Tim Danis

Sara Kramer, Jennifer Adam

Action for Autism continued from page 9

Don Breckenridge, Dan Theodoro, Maurice Quiroga, Bart Bouchein, David Adam, Mike Dierberg, John Kramer

CHAMP Assistance Dogs continued from page 12

Arthur and Shelly Muskin

Dr. Michael Lim, Kerri Spindel

Denise Bentele, Karin Bentele

Sheldon and Jean Glass, Jill Goldfarb

Shera Dalin, Jorge Riopedre

Jillian Anderson, DiAnne Mueller

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Brook Dubman with Buddha

MARI DE VILLA continued from page 20 residents off-site, from upcoming trips to the Peabody Opera House’s presentation of Nice Work If You Can Get It and Dirty Dancing at the Fox Theatre, to recent trips to Crown Candy Kitchen, Our Lady of the Snows, and STAGES St. Louis’ presentation of Always...Patsy Cline, Wiesehan notes. “Almost every one of our scheduled events from now until the end of the year is filled, with a waiting list.”

Nestled on more than 20 acres, the buildings of Mari de Villa are always improving, as well,

THE LATEST IN FILLERS

Wiesehan says. “It’s exciting—there’s a project going on every day,” he says. “We started the expansion in 2009 and we’re here in 2014, and I don’t think the shovels are going to stop. Families are coming back for a second or third generation, and they say, Wow, what you’re doing here is unbelievable. We had Mom here 20 years ago, and everything is new and fresh.” In addition to the renovations throughout common areas, each independent living villa at The Villa Estates is remodeled for every new guest, and customized according to their

PET TALK continued from page 45

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“THE SHORT-TERM RISKS OF DERMAL FILLERS WOULD BE TEMPORARY BRUISING AND SWELLING AT THE INJECTION SITES.” JEAN MCCAMMON, nurse practitioner at Aurora Medical Spa

stimulate a reaction in the body to either wall them off or create new collagen formation. You get volume in that way.”

Using these products requires skill so that the product is not injected too superficially where there is risk of it erupting from the skin or causing noticeable contour deformities.

These deeper-use fillers are driving the trend toward volume restoration as opposed to ‘chasing wrinkles,’ Branham says.

Risk of reaction to fillers is low, but “the shortterm risks of dermal fillers would be temporary bruising and swelling at the injection sites,” notes Jean McCammon, a nurse practitioner at Aurora Medical Spa. Discomfort is minimized with topical anesthetic and ice.

Branham suggests anyone considering a filler become more familiar with the products and procedures by checking out the Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety at injectablesafety.org.

FIRST-PERSON ACCOUNT continued from page 61 painting. First, mixing two paintbrush-scoops of blue paint and one of white, make a line across the canvas about four finger-widths from the top.

These are the measurements the ‘recipe’ calls for— paintbrush scoops and finger widths, making it easy, and a bit open for interpretation, for artistsin-training to follow.

It takes me a few steps for me to find my footing, and before I know it, I’m looking at a blue, white and green flag. Then, that same flag with red and orange spots at the top. Then, horizontal blue dashes dissecting the bottom two-thirds.

When the teacher isn’t instructing on stage, they play ’80s hits over the speakers, and walk around to give suggestions, answer questions, replenish paint

gum color. Dark purple gums versus pale pink or white gums dictate different actions to be addressed. Unfortunately, these simple tasks may prove difficult for some pet owners, as cat gums are hard to assess, and dogs with pigmented gums can prove challenging, as well.

palettes and encourage more drinking. As the night goes on, we settle into the paintings, imbibe more wine, and begin bobbing our heads to I Wanna Dance With Somebody playing overhead. It feels as though the evening is equal parts paint, alcohol, laughter and karaoke. The conversation becomes more relaxed, includes more laughter and, overall, is less peppered with murmurs of Oh no! and Oops!

We take a break to refill our glasses, and many of us take peeks at each other’s work. It’s immediately apparent that not everyone walks away with the same painting; and again, I feel a bit more of my skepticism fade. Some of the students have leapt ahead of the instructors and added extra trees throughout the forest, while another has left autumn to the wayside and created a bright, cheery Spring Stream, dotted with pale yellows and greens. My friend, who paints frequently and sells her pieces at art shows, is almost finished.

preferences, he says. “In the private rooms of the Villa East and Villa West buildings with 24-hour nursing care, we encourage them to bring pieces of furniture, to decorate and to bring whatever the guests might enjoy.”

And regardless of the level of care, each resident has a private room, Wiesehan notes. “We’re attempting to create an atmosphere where many guests can not only enjoy the private room, but also a beautiful terrace to sit outside on nice days, and families can come enjoy the view of the lake and the sunshine.”

...VERY SUBTLE CHANGES IN BEHAVIORS CAN HELP POINT YOUR VET IN ONE DIRECTION OR ANOTHER. Of course, if your veterinarian is available, he may choose to help you after-hours. I encourage our clients to keep a special information card to include pertinent details like age, gender, whether the pet is spayed or neutered, any history of medical conditions, drugs or other preventive medication like heartworm or flea products, and other ID information. Some clinics have a marketing program like Vet Street that provides a card with basic information updates to include vaccine records. Further, it is helpful to construct a history for the veterinarian, to explain the onset of signs that have concerned you, as well as other known issues like ingestion of a toy or excessive sun exposure. You may be surprised to find that very subtle changes in behaviors can help point your vet in one direction or another.

In summary, I believe the key to understanding the risk in any given scenario involves learning how to interpret and clearly represent what you, as the pet owner, are noting; and then, having a veterinarian to contact for discussion. Certainly, whenever there are persisting questions or symptoms that logically suggest concern, then always err on the side of being proactive and find a pet emergency hospital immediately.

I’ve fallen behind a bit, and rush to catch up with the instructor, who is detailing the finishing touches on our landscapes. I sign my piece and take a step back to cringe at my work. But, to my surprise—and maybe this is partially because of the wine—I’m somewhat impressed. My Autumn Stream isn’t half bad. I might have a bit of painter left in me, after all.

In the end, for me, at least, the night isn’t about making a masterpiece or launching a career as the next van Gogh, but about trying something new. By doing something that most people aren’t born with, the painters-for-a-night are able to release their inhibitions and just have fun making something. I’m still figuring out where I’ll hang my Autumn Stream at home, but I know that when I do, it will remind me that I don’t have to be an awesome painter—I just get to enjoy the experience. {LadueNews.com} OCTOBER 10, 2014

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VIOLIN LESSONS Ann Hirschl is a professional concert violinist and a graduate of Juilliard with extensive experience in solo, chamber, and orchestral performance. Ann Hirschl is currently accepting violin students of all ages. Her teaching studio is in Town & Country Mo. For information and to set up an appointment call 314-605-3019 or E-Mail annhirschl@yahoo.com EXPERIENCED TUTOR: One on One Middle School - Adults ACT/SAT: Reading and English Writing, Grammar, Critical Thinking, Enrichment, 30+ Yrs Exp; Call: Patricia @ 636-394-2751 Email: campbellp483@gmail.com

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Hunting /Fishing/ Getaway in South Central MO, 3.5hrs from St. Louis near Mark Twain Forrest Hunting Reserve. Log Cabin features lodge pole pine construction 3-sided deck on 14 forested acres w/private stocked seasonal water shed lake & boat dock! $146,900.

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Tree Trimming & Removal 314-827-5664

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

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To place an ad, call: 314-269-8810 | email: classified@laduenews.com

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SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO santafehideaway.com 314-503-3311

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Stone Work

FAY FURNITURE 618-271-8200 AM 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

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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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SKI KEYSTONE 4 BR, 3 BA, 2 car heated garage Settlers Creek townhouse available for the 2013/14 season.

Development has clubhouse with heated pool and 2 hot tubs.

Call Chris at 314-503-8985 or email ctrmbly@aol.com for availability, rates and more details.

GULF 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

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Jupiter, FL Getaway 3br, 2.5ba twnhm on the Island at Abacoa. Walk to Spring Training & golf. Swimming. Beach & ocean nearby. Call Suzzie at 314962-5674 for rental information.

CHINESE ANTIQUES: QUALITY CHINESE ANTIQUES: BUYING JADE and BRONZE figurines, NICE PIECES and Whole Collection 314-503-4847

REGENTS PARK LONDON Modern 2 Bedroom Apartment.

Convenient to Museums, Theaters & Shopping. Wireless Internet Access. Highly Recommended!

Call 314-569-2009

SERIOUS COLLECTOR & HISTORIAN Will Pay Top $ for WWII Military Relic's. Swords, Daggers, Metals, Badges, Hats, Helmets, Flags & Guns. 314-249-5369

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314.725.0009 We would like to welcome the following Sales Associate who recently joined our company.

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SPENCER TALBOTT

4 SOMERSET DOWNS | LADUE 5 BEDROOMS, 6 FULL & 3 HALF BATHS $3,250,000 Impressive contemporary estate nestled on 3 acres in prestigious Somerset Downs. Designed by Louis Saur.

57 LOG CABIN DRIVE | LADUE 5 BEDROOMS, 5 FULL & 3 HALF BATHS $2,200,000 Wonderful home offers salt water pool with stone patio, waterfalls & special gardens all on 2.265 acres.

NEW PRICE! 9255 CLAYTON ROAD | LADUE 4 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS $1,350,000 Spectacular Bernoudy-designed home centrally located on park-like 1.81 acres.

930 REVERE DRIVE | TOWN AND COUNTRY 4 BEDROOMS, 3 FULL & 2 HALF BATHS $850,000 Distinctive home on a 1-acre lot is dramatic & lightfilled. Contemporary design offers beautiful views.

11445 CONWAY ROAD | VILLAGE OFWESTWOOD 4 BEDROOMS, 4 FULL & 2 HALF BATHS $1,395,000 Stunning gem overlooking fourth green of Westwood Country Club. 1+ acres. Ladue Schools.

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16441WALNUT RAIL DRIVE | CLARKSON VALLEY 5 BEDROOMS, 5½ BATHS $1,249,000 Exceptional home with pool set on picturesque 3+ wooded acres backing to lake. Perfectly appointed throughout.

10910 CLAYTON ROAD | LADUE SCHOOLS 4 BEDROOMS, 3½ BATHS $1,250,000 Sanctuary found! Private 2-story home tucked behind trees offers a one-of-a-kind living experience.

12442 BALLAS MEADOWS | DES PERES 4 BEDROOMS, 3½ BATHS $899,900 New construction available again in Des Peres.Craftsman style luxury home sits on a corner lot closet to park.

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17321 THUNDER CREEK ROAD | WILDWOOD 5 BEDROOMS, 4½ BATHS $769,900 Spectacular country home with great room overlooking an atrium with incredible views & guest suite.

4540 LINDELL BLVD. #504 | CENTRAL WEST END 3 BEDROOMS, 3½ BATHS $724,000 Fabulous 2-story penthouse is an architecture marvel!

Gourmet kitchen, 3 bdrm suites & large, private deck.

1 SCARSDALE LANE | LADUE SCHOOLS 4 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS $674,800 Sophisticated home with updated eat-in kitchen, finished lower level and pool.

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NEW LISTING!

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NEW LISTING!

1517 WASHINGTON AVENUE #8 | DOWNTOWN 2 BEDROOMS, 2½ BATHS $569,900 Gorgeous penthouse residence offers the zenith of city lifestyle & accomodation.

515 NORTH AND SOUTH #3A | UNIVERSITY CITY 2 BEDROOMS, 2½ BATHS $450,000 Top-floor,two-level penthouse condo.Gorgeous hardwood floors,wall of windows & expansive covered deck.

657 SHADOWRIDGE | WILDWOOD 4 BEDROOMS, 3½ BATHS $369,900 Meticulously maintained home with fireplace, walk-thru wet bar, vaulted master suite & finished walk-out lower level.

1074 WINTER LAKE DRIVE | FENTON 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS $359,000 Perched on the side of the lake with an upper covered deck & lovely views, this atrium ranch is a gem.

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NEW LISTING!

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9 NORTH EUCLID AVENUE | CENTRALWEST END 1 BEDROOM, 1½ BATHS $304,900 Don’t miss out on this condo at Nine North!

Quaint top floor unit perfect for entertaining.

2111 DOGTOWN WALK | DOGTOWN 2 BEDROOMS, 2½ BATHS $279,900 Two story brick town home with hardwood floors, oversized deck, open loft & oversized 2-car garage.

829 WARDER AVENUE | UNIVERSITY CITY 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS $259,000 First floor master, charming sunroom, fireplace, rich hardwood floors & fenced yard. Close to Clayton.

801 SOUTH SKINKER #4A | CENTRALWEST END 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH $225,000 Exceptional space that has been revised & reworked.

Wonderful terrace overlook with Forest Park views.

See all of our listings at www.dielmannsothebysrealty.com