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18038 Homestead Manor Drive | Wildwood | $1,149,000

The LUXURY COLLECTION of

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244 Bless Us Court East Wentzville | $989,990

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16901 Pacland Ridge Drive

22 Heather Hill Lane

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3473 Whitsetts Fork Road

Chesterfield | $2,290,000

Defiance | $899,900

966 Silver Buck Lane

Chesterfield | $785,000

Olivette | $1,289,900

Wenwood Farm Winery

564 Eagles Nest Court

Bland | $1,200,000

Wildwood | $990,000

Wildwood | $895,000

Town & Country | $875,000

601 Savannah View Way

17669 Lasiandra Drive

1309 Ann Avenue

315 County Road 233 - 223 Acres

9445 Highway AN - 93 Acres

Kirkwood | $725,000

Glasgow | $699,900

Wildwood | $839,900

Rosebud | $624,500

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The Medelberg Team

Margie Medelberg & Karen Davis-Tucker 314-265-3888 www.themedelbergteam.com 508 Heron Ct - Remarkable Bluff lot estate on gated Wings Rd within St. Albans Country Club. Enjoy amazing views for miles in this 1.5 story home with 6 car garage and carriage house with guest quarters.

16763 Eagle Bluff Ct - Fabulous 1.5 story situated on private lot with custom Baker pool and gorgeous, oneof-a-kind screened porch. Inside you’ll find a spacious and open floor plan with beautiful finishes throughout.

508 Heron Court Saint Albans | $2,750,000

16763 Eagle Bluff Court Chesterfield | $1,725,000

Butler Felsher Group Carol Butler - 314-630-3165 Juli-Ann Felsher - 314-303-3232 www.butlerfelshergroup.com 8121 Stratford Dr - Under construction now!

This is the perfect time to choose choose the finishes for your dream home in the new Clayton Gardens subdivision. This classic traditional 2 story will feature an all brick exterior with limestone window and door trim and exquisite interior finishes galore!

8121 Stratford Drive Clayton | $1,690,000

8125 Stratford Drive Clayton | SOLD!

7200 Creveling Drive University City | SOLD!

Breihan Malecek

Steve Breihan - 314-753-1899 Carolyn Malecek - 314-956-9405 www.steveandcarolyn.com

OPEN SUNDAY 1:00-3:00

143 North Bemiston Ave - Looking for walkability to downtown Clayton - Look no further! Fantastic 4 bed/4.5 bath front unit townhome in a two unit condo building in Old Town Clayton. Wonderful open floor plan highlighted by a 2 story great room with fireplace opening to the newly remodeled kitchen. A spacious master suite with remodeled en-suite bath. 3rd floor loft with private full bathroom. Finished lower level recreation room, and full bathroom. Attached main floor 2 car garage.

143 North Bemiston Avenue Clayton | $825,000

633 Sherwood Drive Webster Groves | SOLD!

1387 Lake Hollow Drive Defiance | $599,900

26 Victory Lane New Florence | $499,900

Eric Merchant 314-541-1218

www.merchantofhomes.com 1387 Lake Hollow Dr - Beautifully appointed custom home situated in a private 3 acre park-like setting. Enjoy the bright and open floor plan, retreat to the luxury main floor master suite with Jacuzzi tub, and entertain in the finished lower level with rec room and wet bar.

26 Victory Ln - Picturesque custom home with top-of-theline finish sits on 28 acres at the end of a private white vinyl 3 rail fenced drive. Enjoy country retreat with land perfect for horses and heated in-ground saltwater pool.

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Hope Jernagan, executive director of Magdalene St. Louis, discusses its exciting new Bravely program, designed to further empower exploited, abused and addicted women, in this profile

by LN copy editor and staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach.

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28 The Trio: European Accents 30 Design Elements 32 Feature: Leighwood Paperie

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THE TRIO: EUROPEAN ACCENTS

This week, with her characteristic panache, LN columnist Nancy Robinson treats readers to a triumvirate of residential furnishings influenced by Swedish and Franco-Swedish designs: a dresser, a dining chair and a bench.

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Arts & Culture Feature:

YOBUL! LN regular Brittany Nay chats with Teddy Ivanov – who immigrated here two decades ago and who’s previously served as both a chef and a restaurateur – about the manifold merits of his new brand of Bulgarian yogurt, Yobul!

On the cover 12 Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital doesn’t stop care once a patient leaves its grounds. From the hospital to home, discover how Ranken Jordan seeks answers beyond the obvious for the care of its patients on page 12. Pictured, from left to right, are CiCi, a patient of Ranken Jordan, and president and CEO Lauri Tanner. Photo by Sarah Conroy.

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THE DAILY 52 Healthy Appetite 53 Hyken’s Homework 54 Crossword Puzzle 56 Feature: Bravely

ARTS & CULTURE 60 Dinner & A Show 62 Ready Readers 63 Around Town 64 Feature: Yobul!

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MORE NEW LIsTINgs 53 Portland Drive (Frontenac).

$920,000

This stately one and a half story, Higginbotham built home has a main floor master bedroom including an entertainment center and en-suite bath. Also, on the main floor is a fifth bedroom. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms and two full baths. The lower level offers a full bath, exercise room and wine cellar. An inground pool, screened in porch, three car garage and lovely patio space will be found outside.

656 Brookhaven Court (Kirkwood).

5. 3 Windsor Terrace Lane · Creve Coeur

$1,000,000 PLUs

665 Wyndham Crossing (des Peres).

35 Chesterfield Lakes (Chesterfield).

$2,350,000

29 glenview Road (Ladue).

$2,350,000

3 Windsor Terrace Lane (Creve Coeur). $1,799,000 1123 Bella vista drive (Frontenac).

$1,595,000

35 Overhills drive (Ladue).

$1,575,000

fantastic kitchen and cozy screened-in porch, to the unbelievable lower level, this home is a must see!

throughout. Includes four bedrooms, a large living room, an eat-in-kitchen, dining room and a deck and patio for easy entertainment. Partially finished lower level, offering space for an additional family room.

4 Clayprice Court (Ladue).

$795,000

Use the developers plan or design the home of your dreams! scott Runyan can custom build to your specifications. The home he has designed includes cost of lot and home. Elevation and plan are for 5,500 square feet on main two floors. This is a fabulous location and a unique opportunity!

House plans are available to view!

8025 Maryland Avenue #15C (Clayton). $3,495,000

8 Colonial Court (Ladue).

$499,000

24 Enfield Road (Olivette).

$499,000

4942-44 McPherson Avenue (CWE).

$485,000

1017 Briley street (st. Peters).

$409,900

200 south Brentwood #19A (Clayton).

$650,000

14304 spyglass Ridge (Chesterfield).

$595,000

500 North and south #106, (U City).

$399,900

1517 Washington Ave. #302 (st. Louis).

$359,000

$295,000

630 Westwood drive, Unit 2s (Clayton). $214,900 7747 Kingsbury #12 (Clayton).

$205,000

200 south Brentwood, #15F (Clayton).

$185,000

102 Conway Cove (Chesterfield).

$164,000

2714 McKnight Crossing Ct. (Rock Hill).

$145,000

630 Emerson Road, #204 (Creve Coeur). $325,000

656 Brookhaven Court (Kirkwood).

$989,000

11734 Brookbend drive (des Peres).

$959,000

12924 sunset Bluff Court (sunset Hills).

$949,900

53 Portland drive (Frontenac).

$920,000

9858 Copper Hill Road (Ladue).

$895,000

7119 Cambridge Ave. (University City). $384,900 Fabulous home with hardwood floors flowing

4464 Lindell Unit 14, (st. Louis).

CONdOs & vILLAs

7119 Cambridge Avenue (University City). $384,900

borhood, this home has an endless amount of living space and luxuriously sized bedrooms. From the

$300,000 - $500,000

$750,000 - $1,000,000

$989,000

situated on almost half an acre lot in a great neigh-

$579,000

391 Madewood Lane (Chesterfield).

$350,000

440 Conway Meadows (Chesterfield).

$325,000

UNdER $300,000

1438 Country Lake Estates (Chesterfield).

$889,000

$500,000 - $750,000

9740 Old Warson (Rock Hill).

$192,499

3172 Arkansas Avenue (st. Louis).

$145,400

LOTs ANd ACREAgE 45 Trent drive (Ladue).

359 Bach Avenue (Kirkwood).

$729,000

1669 Andrew drive (Warson Woods).

$684,500

134 Babler Road (Town and Country).

$615,000

$1,095,000

1035 Price school Lane (Ladue).

$990,000

4 Clayprice Court (Ladue).

$795,000

13447 Thornhill drive (Town and Country).$625,000

4942-44 McPherson Avenue · Central West End A once in a lifetime architect’s fantasy!

Enjoy a secret garden with pool and patio, two-car garage and amazing living space with soaring ceilings. The front townhouse is perfect for visitors or extra rental income. Including a fire place and hardwood floors. $485,000

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171 North Bemiston Avenue in Clayton $4,500,000 4 Bedrooms, 5 Full & 3 Half Baths Total Living Area: 8,050 Square Feet This is truly a one-of-a-kind property in the heart of Old Town Clayton. Custom-built, this property sits on 3 lots and offers the ultimate in gracious urban living. This home affords the owners ease of living with a main floor master suite that includes his and her baths and closets; formal living and dining rooms; a grand great room with custom built-in entertainment center and wet bar with walk-in wine room; and a gourmet eat-in kitchen with step-down sunroom that opens to a quaint private patio perfect for morning coffee. Additionally find an exercise room and main floor laundry which complete the first floor offerings. Upstairs are 3 large bedroom suites and another laundry room. Lower level includes a rec room, storage and the incredible 7-car heated and cooled garage. Details you won’t find in most homes are the standard here with custom cabinetry, detailed moldings, beveled glass pocket doors, elevator, pool and pool house plus a perfectly sized lawn.

Kathleen Lovett Listing Agent 314.610.7408

janet mcafee inc. I 9889 clayton road I saint louis, missouri 63124 I 314.997.4800 I www.janetmcafee.com

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NEW LISTING | 928 Stonehenge Lane Ladue $749,900 open 12/11, 1-3 pm

New LIstINg | XXXX o’Bannon Farmington $567,000

New LIstINg | 11 upper whitmoor drive Weldon Springs $3,800,000

10 Maryhill Drive Ladue $944,900 open 12/11, 1-3 pm

New LIstINgs 11 Upper Whitmoor Drive, weldon springs. spectacular home withaphenomenalviewon3.56acres!Customquality craftsmanship in this 1.5-story offers gorgeous features. $3,800,000 928 Stonehenge Lane, Ladue. Nestled off a Ladue cul-desac, find an enchanting brick residence combining captivating charm with a tasteful neutral décor. $749,900. open 12/11, 1-3 pm

2514 Louis Avenue Brentwood $259,000 open 12/11, 1-3 pm

742 Champeix Lane Creve Coeur $1,099,000 open 12/11, 1-3 pm

5105 LinDeLL BoULevarD, CWE.

$1,495,000

1754 SUmmer Lake Drive, Chesterfield.

37 portLanD pLaCe, CWE.

$1,450,000

3709 arpent Street, St. Charles.

$307,500

12033 roByn park Drive, Westwood.

$1,325,000

2514 LoUiS avenUe, Brentwood.

$259,000

8724 roSaLie avenUe, Brentwood.

$239,900

733 LUCkyStone avenUe, Glendale.

$220,000

1668 grant roaD, Webster Groves.

$174,900 $164,900

9044 CLayton roaD, Richmond Heights.

$1,299,000

213 troon CoUrt, St. Albans.

$1,249,000

64 BriarCLiFF, Ladue.

$1,175,000

24 WeSt WinDrUSh Creek, Creve Coeur.

$1,135,000

9052 CLayton roaD, tBB, Richmond Heights.

$1,100,000

1614 BreDeLL avenUe, Richmond Heights.

742 Champeix Lane, Creve Coeur.

$1,099,000

1029 kinStern Drive, Des Peres.

$159,900

xxxx o’Bannon, Farmington. Property is 16 acres of woodlands and pasture in desirable location. Can be divided into 3 parcels.

4,000 square feet Cape Cod style home. $567,000

1e WaLinCa WaLk, Clayton.

$1,025,000

7318 meLroSe, University City.

$154,000

449 BLooming DaLe Drive, st. Louis.

$149,900

102 DorneLL Drive, Webster Groves.

$143,900

1211 harmony Lake Drive, Cottleville. Pristine display like this 2 story is like moving into a brand new home! Natural light everywhere in this open floor plan! $254,900

6813 garner, Dogtown.

$139,900

2532 FranCeS avenUe, St. Louis.

$129,900

LuxuryCollection 9847 LitzSinger roaD, Ladue.

$6,650,000

2271 taLon CoUrt, St. Albans.

$4,950,000

171 north BemiSton avenUe, Clayton.

$4,500,000

9 arroWheaD eStateS, Chesterfield.

$3,795,000

11 Brentmoor park, Clayton.

$3,775,000

8 ForDyCe Lane, Ladue.

$3,500,000

241 LinDen avenUe, Clayton.

$2,975,000

8 gLen Creek Lane, Ladue.

$999,900

1401 WinDgate Way Lane, Chesterfield.

$999,000

318 eaSt SWon avenUe, Webster Groves.

$998,000

46 WeStWooD CoUrt, town & Country.

$975,000

10 maryhiLL Drive, Ladue.

$944,900

362 merLot Lane, St. Albans.

$924,000

10 Lenox pLaCe, CWE.

$899,000

103 grayBriDge roaD, Ladue.

$795,000

23 topton Way, Unit 3a, Clayton.

$793,000

4218 WeSt pine avenUe, Unit a1, Cwe.

$595,000

108 CLUB Creek CoUrt, St. Albans.

$790,000

369 merLot Lane, St. Albans.

$775,000

710 SoUth hanLey roaD, Unit 10a, Clayton.

$415,000

2723 WynnCreSt manor, Wildwood.

$769,000

ResIdeNtIaL homes 397 gLen hoLLoW, St. Albans.

$724,900

776 viLLage vieW CirCLe, St. Albans.

$670,514

3784 DoC Sargent roaD, Pacific.

$2,500,000

2 ForDyCe Lane, Ladue.

$2,450,000

BLUFFS oF St. aLBanS, St. Albans.

$2,389,500

25 ranDeLay Drive, Ladue.

$2,250,000

20 ForDyCe Lane, Ladue.

$2,100,000

30 BeLLerive CoUntry CLUB, town & Country.

$1,795,000

10183 WinDing riDge, Ladue.

$1,775,000

32 WeStmoreLanD pLaCe, CWE.

$1,649,000

8 WhippoorWiLL CoUrt, Defiance.

$1,599,000

4917 karington pLaCe CoUrt, Mehlville.

555 Deer vaLLey CoUrt, St. Albans.

1 treeBrook Lane, Ladue.

$610,000

16411 ForeSt gate Lane, Wildwood.

$589,900

16052 aUtUmn oakS CirCLe, Ellisville.

$459,900

766 BeLLerive manor Drive, Creve Coeur.

$459,000

14795 greenLoCh CoUrt, Chesterfield.

$439,500

327 oakLey Lane, Kirkwood.

visit us

$344,900

Open Sunday, December 11th 10183 WinDing riDge, Ladue. $1,775,000. 1-3 PM 742 Champeix Lane, Creve Coeur. $1,099,000. 1-3 PM 10 maryhiLL Drive, Ladue. $944,900.

1-3 PM 928 Stonehenge Lane, Ladue. $749,900.

1-3 PM 2514 LoUiS avenUe, Brentwood. $259,000.

1-3 PM 8724 roSaLie avenUe, Brentwood. $239,900. 1-3 PM 1668 grant roaD, Webster Groves. $174,900. 2-4 PM

CoNdomINIum/VILLa homes

1121 LoCUSt Street, #202, St. Louis.

$370,000

561 Sarah Lane, #304, Creve Coeur.

$229,000

815 WeStWooD, Unit 1n, Clayton.

$225,000

7749 kingSBUry, Unit 31, Clayton.

$220,000

14795 Greenloch Court Chesterfield $439,500

10367 oxForD hiLL Drive, Unit 11, Creve Coeur. $69,900

Lots/aCReage/FaRms 21 overBrook Drive, Ladue.

$600,000

1 tBB Campton at viLLage vieW, St. Albans.

$469,900

$369,900

1 tBB aUBUrn at viLLage vieW, St. Albans.

$419,900

$365,000

1133 WingS roaD, St. Albans.

$348,900

$355,000

1138 WingS roaD, St. Albans.

$348,900

NEW LISTING | 1211 Harmony Lake Drive Cottleville $254,900

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EDITOR ‌WITH FESTIVE DÉCOR ADORNING HOMES AND BUSINESSES THIS month, temperatures dropping and cheery music filling the air, it’s hard not to get into the holiday spirit. With the holidays, though, comes an ever-growing list of things to do that can be overwhelming – and oftentimes, procrastination ensues. Luckily, this week’s Ladue News is filled with items that will give you that extra boost of motivation during the homestretch to the holidays.

In this week’s Abode section, LN contributing writer Julia Cain showcases Leighwood Paperie, a local paper goods company started by St. Louis native Amanda Woodruff. Woodruff not only creates cute and pun-filled greeting cards but also designs unique cards, invitations and stationery for weddings, birthdays or, say, the holidays! Read her story on p. 32.

Starting on p. 39, LN contributing writer Connie Mitchell shares the story of Gracie Kate’s, a children’s boutique created by St. Louis neighbors Debra Bevard and Jenny Riggs. The styles are adorable, to say the least, and can make the perfect gift for the little ones in your life.

The true reason for the season, though, is giving. In this week’s The Daily section, LN staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach shares the story of Bravely, a company conceived by survivors of sexual exploitation and addiction, who are also participants in the Magdalene St. Louis residential program.

Bravely was formed to prepare women for employment, all while sharing its message of hope through inspiring and empowering T-shirts. We hope you enjoy this story, which starts on p. 56.

All the best,

HUMPHREYS PHOTO BY SARAH CONROY‌; COLDWELL BANKER GUNDAKER PROVIDED BY COURTNEY KEATING‌

Alecia Humphreys

Editor’s Corner

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very vibrant and funny, and has a lot to say.”

The hospital’s annual gala celebrates these success stories while raising funds and awareness for patients yet to come. “The Ranken Jordan events always are special,” Tanner promises. “This year’s theme, ‘A Night in Casablanca,’ is not a direct takeoff from the movie, but some elements have been incorporated, such as the famous quote, ‘This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.’ That’s ultimately what we hope to accomplish at the gala: to deepen relationships while raising money to take care of kids.”

Ranken Jordan plans to invest the gala’s earnings into its care. “All of the funds from this event will go to the children. This allows us to take our care beyond the bedside,” Tanner explains. “We engage these kids in the Ranken Jordan community and the community at large. It’s all possible because of our dedicated team and supporters. We don’t stop. We don’t give up. We keep going [for these children].”

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t’s a parent’s nightmare: being told your child has a complex condition that requires medical attention – but will the hospital be able to provide enough support? Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital is a rarity in the country because patient care doesn’t end once a child leaves the medical center. “We bridge the gap between care in the hospital and at home,” Lauri Tanner, president and CEO of Ranken Jordan, says.

“We make the impossible possible.”

When a young girl recently arrived at Ranken Jordan with a horrible brain injury, her future seemed grim. “She came to us in a locked-in state.

She was on a feeding tube and ventilator, staring at the ceiling,” Tanner describes. This did not deter doctors and their teams from finding a way to reconnect the patient to the world, though. “We found that one thing which connected with her: music. She seemed to like Whitney Houston, and when we’d play her, the young lady began to lip-sync,” Tanner shares. “Now, she talks and is working on math with a teacher from home. She is

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“We have a vibrant gala committee, which is excited and committed to this event. Led by chairperson Tracey Gronsier, they are really energized,” Ranken Jordan president and CEO Lauri Tanner says. “It will be an unforgettable evening. When you walk in that night, you’ll feel like you’ve escaped to Casablanca – all to do some really great things for children.”

Contact 314-872-6512 or visit rankenjordan.org/events/annualgala.aspx to learn more.

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Girls Inc. of St. Louis

STRONG, SMART AND BOLD LUNCHEON Photos and story by Diane Anderson

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irls Inc. of St. Louis’ 10th annual Strong, Smart and Bold Luncheon recently took place at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. Guests enjoyed lunch, followed by an awards ceremony honoring Thelma Cook and Barbara Wilkinson, who have been exemplary leaders in modeling the way to serve the community with great passion and compassion. Also honored, in memoriam, was Sen. Betty Sims for her dedicated service.

Sims – one of the founders of Girls Inc. of St. Louis – was passionately committed to helping the girls since the organization’s inception; she gave generously of her time, talent and fabulous spirit to the mission that all girls should be strong, smart and bold. Student awards went to Rosemary Govan, Kayla Payne, Antonia Robinson, Kendall Wise, Antonia Robinson and Cimani Lumzy.

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Alonzo Shaw, Laura Crosby, Lisa Gates, Leonard Johnson

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Girls Inc. inspires all girls ages 5 to 18 in disadvantaged neighborhoods to be strong, smart and bold through life-changing programs and experiences that help girls navigate gender, economic and social barriers. Girls Inc. of St. Louis continues to thrive and grow, and we are making a difference in preparing all girls to be strong, smart and bold!

CHERYL L. JONES, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF GIRLS INC. OF ST. LOUIS (PICTURED WITH BOARD CHAIR ALICIA MCDONNELL, LEFT)

Kaitlyn Johnson, Chelsea Thurman, Ashley McGuire, Anna Gosen, Kalina Daecki

Andrea Johnson-Lee, Nathan Cook, Belma Givens

Virginia and Barbara Wilkinson

Laurna Godwin, Jan Holloway

Maggie and Betsy Duff, Sally Higgins, Anne Borucke

Sylmaria Warmack, Jazmine Bonner, Sydney Brown, Shana Pettes, Jasmine Clay

Michelle Russo, Linda Wernerer, Tracy Chivetta

Joan Berkman, Debra Hollingsworth, Blanche Touhill

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Christian Hospital Foundation

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hristian Hospital Foundation recently held its eighth annual Legacy Leaders Recognition dinner at Christian Hospital. The event celebrates the community by honoring those who make a difference. This year, Dr. Ray and Sally Howell received the Paul F. Detrick Legacy Leadership Award, which goes to individuals whose impact and commitment have left a legacy in the north St. Louis County community. The Community Vision Award went to Mark Behlmann, who has helped create economic opportunities to further north St. Louis County’s presence in the region.

Finally, Dr. Timothy Rearden, who has dedicated much of his career to serving the patients at Christian Hospital with compassion and expertise, was named Physician of the Year.

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Tim Lowery, Stephen Kohnen and John Kohnen

Dr. Jacques VanRyn, Debbie VanRyn

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Dr. Brenda Youngblood, Curtis Faulkner

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Paul Boston, Rebecca Kappel

The Legacy Leaders dinner is not only a fundraiser for Christian Hospital and our foundation, but it is also a wonderful opportunity for Christian to thank those who have left their legacy in the north St. Louis County community. Attendees leave this dinner knowing we are making a difference in our community.

RICK STEVENS, PRESIDENT OF CHRISTIAN HOSPITAL (SHOWN WITH MALETTE STEVENS)

Dr. Ravindra and Leena Shitut

Mary and Dave Otto

Dr. Scott Zuick, Dr. Myron Jacobs, Dr. Doug Zweig

Daniel and Patty Sosa, Carolyn and Howard Nimmons

Pam Lee, Paul Kessler, Sandy Kessler

Don Zykan, Lisa Nielsen, Michael Moehn

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National Council of Negro Women Gateway Metropolitan Section

LEGACY AWARDS LUNCHEON

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or 11 years now, the National Council of Negro Women Gateway Metropolitan Section has been celebrating community leaders and companies/foundations at its annual Legacy Awards Luncheon. This year’s class of 18 honorees and five companies/foundations exemplified community involvement in many areas, such as education, entrepreneurship, medicine, outreach and more. The Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel played host to the event, which featured E.N. Hodge and the O.G.O’s, Courtney Loveless, Gentlemen of Vision and BJ Jefferson. The council, which was founded in 1935, seeks to lead, develop and advocate for women of African descent as they support their families and communities.

Pat and Harold Coleman

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The National Council of Negro Women has meaning for me because when I first started on [the] Florida A&M University campus almost 10 years ago, I joined an organization that Mary McLeod Bethune started for the community and women’s rights.

KIMBERLY BURKE, SECTION TREASURER AND 10-YEAR MEMBER

Nakischa Joseph, Shirley Woolfolk, Keidra Pelloquin, Teri Bascom

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Drew Haynes, Lee Haynes, Thaddeus Tukes

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n exciting evening passed at the Anheuser-Busch Biergarten in south St. Louis as Sunnyhill Inc. held its annual Sippin’ for Sunnyhill event. There was plenty to do, see, eat and drink. Greeting guests in the parking lot were two race cars. Inside waited numerous silentauction items, along with food and, of course, drinks. Tickets for a liquor-package raffle and a 50/50 raffle were sold while guests ate and drank before the real treat of the evening, the Sunnyhill Grand Prix. Guests bought Matchbox and Hot Wheels cars, which were raced head to head on a track; the winner of several heats involving a total of 220 such cars received an impressive trophy. Sunnyhill provides tailored residential, recreational and educational opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities and has been doing so since 1978.

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I get to help people with developmental disabilities achieve their goals and become more independent.

KAYLA ROTHZEN, STAFF MEMBER AND BUSINESS MANAGER

Nicole Cox, Vanessa Eslow

Esther Spinner, Antony Messina

Tom Haffner, Sarah Haffner, Ruth Haffner, Sue Haffner, Dr. Richard Haffner

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Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri’s annual SNOW BALL GALA at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis. (mha-em.org)

Dec. 10

Mosby Building Arts’ STUFF THE TRUCK TOY DRIVE benefitting Friends of Kids with Cancer and Our Little Haven at Mosby Building Arts. (mosbybuildingarts.com) Pujols Family Foundation’s O’ NIGHT DIVINE CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. (pujolsfamilyfoundation.org)

Dec. 13

YWCA Metro St. Louis’ LEADER LUNCH 36 at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel. (ywcastlouis.org)

Dec. 15

PALM Health’s INAUGURAL HOLIDAY PARTY benefiting the Anthropedia Foundation at PALM. (palmhealth.com)

Dec. 17

Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club SHEER ELEGANCE FASHION SHOW at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. (mathews-dickey.com)

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FRIDAY | JAnUARy 20, 2017 Dining in the DaRk VisionaRy awaRDs DinneR Time: 5:30pm | Cost: $250 per ticket, sponsorship opportunities available starting at $2,500 Location: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis Contact: Rachel Martin, 847-680-0100, RMartin@FightBlindness.org www.FightBlindness.org/StLouisDiningintheDark Honorary Co-Chairs and Visionary Awardees: Matt Carpenter and R. Michael Lowenbaum Dinner Co-Chairs: Jason Morris and John Mozeliak

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Foundation Fighting Blindness

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he Foundation Fighting Blindness was established in 1971. It has since raised more than $700 million for research aimed at preventing, treating and curing blindness caused by retinal degenerative diseases. In excess of 10 million Americans, and millions more worldwide, have vision loss due to retinal degeneration. Through its support of focused and innovative science, the Foundation drives the research that has and will continue to improve the lives of people affected by retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, Usher syndrome and other inherited retinal diseases. A cure is in sight and you can help us reach it, join us for Dining in the Dark and VisionWalk! Pictured: 2015 Dinner Leadership John Mozeliak, Denny Reagan, Trevor Rosenthal, Bill Schmidt, and Jason Morris attending the 6th Annual St. Louis Dining in the Dark benefiting the Foundation Fighting Blindness.

st. Louis VisionwaLk Time: 9:00am | Cost: Free Location: Creve Coeur Park Contact: Rachel Martin, 847-680-0100, RMartin@FightBlindness.org www.FightBlindness.org/StLouisVisionWalk

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HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI

CALENDAR of EVENTS

Saturday | May 20, 2017 Bark in the Park HSMO’s signature event, Bark in the Park raises critical money to combat animal abuse and attracts more than 5,000 people and their pets to Forest Park. The event includes a 5k Run, a 1 mile Walk for the Animals, an interactive Kid’s Corner, Dog Agility Course, performance dog shows and plenty of food and fun for all.

tHurSday | JUNE 22, 2017 Purses and PumPs for Pooches and Pals St. Louis’ premiere professional women’s networking and fashion event attracts 450 attendees with a designer purse & shoe raffle and tastings from St. Louis’ best restaurants in support of HSMO’s Animal Cruelty Fund.

Humane Society of Missouri

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he Humane Society of Missouri is dedicated to second chances for abused, neglected, abandoned companion animals. We are committed to creating lasting relationships between people and animals; ending animal abuse and overpopulation and providing world-class veterinary care to the public at three St. Louis area locations – St. Louis City, Westport area and Chesterfield Valley – and at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch outside Union, Mo. HSMO relies on the generosity of individual, corporate and foundation donors; the time and talents of volunteers and fees for services. We receive no government or United Way funding and are not affiliated with national animal welfare organizations.

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Friday | SEpTEMbER 15, 2017 glow in the Park An annual sell-out, Glow in the Park Charity Dinner, held under the auspices of the Great Forest Park Balloon Race, combines an awesome sunset, hot air balloons lighting up the night, a gourmet dinner, and fireworks for a great evening of fun and philanthropy.

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ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

CALENDAR of EVENTS

FRIDAY | MArCH 24, 2017 CoCktails and Clowns Location: The Coronado Cost: $85 per person Contact: Becky Belanger, 314-286-0972, rbelangerbjc.org, stlouischildrens.org/cocktailsandclowns

WEDNESDAY | APriL 19, 2017 table tops annual spring event Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Clayton Cost: $100 per person Contact: Erin Holzum, 314-286-1134, erin.holzum@bjc.org, stlouischildrens.org/springevent

MONDAY | MAY 22, 2017

St. Louis Children’s Hospital

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t. Louis Children’s Hospital is one of the premier children’s hospitals in the United States. As the pediatric teaching hospital for Washington University School of Medicine, the hospital offers nationally recognized programs for physician training and research. St. Louis Children’s Hospital also is a

nonprofit hospital that enlists the charitable support of a growing community of donors to become “Guardians of Childhood.” Thanks to generous donor support, St. Louis Children’s Hospital can deliver on its mission to do what’s right for kids by providing compassionate care for the little things – and expert pediatric care for the big things.

Joe buCk golf ClassiC Location: Old Warson Country Club Cost: $2,000 per player Contact: Megan Perez, 314-286-0995, megan.perez@bjc.org, stlouischildrens.org/joebuckclassic

FRIDAY | JUne 2, 2017 st. louis Children’s hospital day at six flags Location: Six Flags St. Louis Cost: $125 per person Contact: Erin Holzum, 314-286-1134, erin.holzum@bjc.org, stlouischildrens.org/sixflags

SATURDAY | noveMber 18, 2017 play date

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Joan Magruder | pr e s i d e nt | “We are so grateful to those who give to St. Louis Children’s Hospital, thereby joining us as ‘Guardians of Childhood’ – real-life superheroes who use extraordinary powers to heal children physically and emotionally. Your support delivers world class pediatric care, contributes to better understanding and treatment of childhood disease through research, and provides health outreach to the neediest children in our community.”

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Location: Four Seasons St. Louis Cost: $275 per person Contact: Erin Holzum, 314-286-1134, erin.holzum@bjc.org, stlouischildrens.org/playdate

City Academy Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis

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or almost 50 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) has provided after-school, summer, teen and sports programs for youth from age 6 to 18. Its mission is to inspire and enable youth to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. BGCSTL serves youth at seven locations in the St. Louis City and County region, as well as five additional elementary schools through its Mentor St. Louis program. The organization also operates a high school dropout prevention program, BE GREAT: Graduate, at Normandy and Roosevelt high schools to help students stay on track for graduation.

City Academy transforms children, families, and our community through exceptional education and bold expectations that empower children to overcome barriers. The private, independent elementary school was co-founded in 1999 by Don Danforth III and Duncan Marshall. 100% of the school’s 190 students receive scholarships thanks to generous community support.

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SATURDAY | MARCH 4, 2016 TRIVIA NIGHT Time: 6:00pm Location: City Academy- 4175 N Kingshighway Blvd Contact: Jacqueline Byrne, rsvp@cityacademyschool.org, 314.382.0085

4175 n. KInGSHIGHWAY BLVD, ST LOUIS, MO 63115

(314) 382-0085 cityacademyschool.org

VOLUNTEER. Volunteering is a great way for individuals, companies and the community to get involved! Volunteers can mentor, tutor, assist with homework, coach an athletic team or serve at events. Join the Boys & Girls Clubs movement today or donate. Call 314-335-8000 or visit bgcstl.org.

CALENDAR of EVENTS FRIDAY | MARCh 3, 2017 Table for four – Women leaders luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: The Chase Park Plaza Contact: Jawana Reid, 314-335-8011, bgcstl.org

MonDAY | JUNE 19, 2017

Jim buTler Golf TournamenT Time: 11 a.m.

Location: The Country Club of St. Albans Contact: Jawana Reid, 314-335-8011, bgcstl.org

SATURDAY | NOVEMBER 11, 2017 GreaT fuTures Gala Time: 6 p.m.

Location: The Chase Park Plaza Contact: Jawana Reid, 314-335-8011, bgcstl.org

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enée Flanders of Renée Céleste Flanders Interior Design discovered this Creve Coeur project because her daughter went to school with the homeowners’ daughter. The homeowners had built the home, but the great room was empty, saving the space for a grand piano, which Flanders used as a starting point.

“The room has 22-foot ceilings, so the challenge was finding the perfect pieces to make it a warm, inviting space,” she says.

They began with the Oriental rug, which has teal tones and a black border. To liven up the wall area over the lower level, Flanders selected a tapestry she got at a Selkirk auction. Next, she found a blue painting in New Orleans to put over the piano, suggesting age and pedigree. The walls also were subtly textured with a glaze to add to the tone of the space.

“This room was all about diverse sources: old and new, antique and contemporary – the kinds of things that make a room most interesting and livable,” Flanders says.

All sorts of materials went into the making of this room, Flanders adds. She notes linen, silk, velvet, gold leaf, mica, concrete, steel, glass and bronze, just to name a few.

“As an artist myself, the selection of color and its placement is enormously important to me,” she says. “Many great rooms aren’t used, but this room is on a regular basis and is important to [the clients].”

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fter a decade of working in retail management and customer service, St. Louis native Amanda Woodruff was laid off. With a background in photography and design, she had a plethora of creative skills not being used to their full potential. That’s when she decided to make a change.

“I had a lot of time to reflect on what my next move was,” Woodruff says, noting she had always wanted to pursue a creative career. “I have been designing since

I was a teenager, always making graphics for websites, and designed my own wedding stationery last year, so it just seemed like a natural path.”

Now Woodruff owns local paper goods company Leighwood Paperie, which launched in March of this year. With its pun-ny greeting cards, custom special event invitations and glamorous wedding invitation suites, Leighwood Paperie offers unique and fresh

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designs that are equal parts whimsical and modern.

“I think deep down I knew I always wanted to be a designer – I just needed a little push to get there,” Woodruff says. “I think a lot of people who start pursuing a creative business were [once] part of the traditional job market, and getting laid off wound up being a huge blessing in disguise.”

Woodruff says her design aesthetic is largely inspired by organic elements. “Over this past year, I feel like I’ve started to settle into my ‘look,’” she says. “In my designs, I like to use a combination of organic flowing elements, like foliage and watercolor, mixed with more modern pieces like geometric patterns and type.”

Leighwood Paperie offers a wide array of paper products, including greeting cards, gift wrap and notepads. “If I’m designing for my product line, it usually starts with a doodle,” explains Woodruff. “I don’t do a lot of illustrated work, but I do like to rough out thumbnail sketches just to make sure I get my idea out on paper. The sketch could be an illustration, a phrase I want to use, whatever is striking me – and it could happen anywhere. There have been nights that I’ve woken up in the middle of the night and got to work. That’s the thing about being a creative – there’s really no ‘off’ hours.”

In addition to her collection, Woodruff offers custom work. When creating invitations for a client, she says the process begins with a mood board to reflect the story of that person or event. “I love taking their ideas and what their inspiration is and finding a visual way to define their thoughts to help bring it to life,” she relates.

Woodruff explains that much of her work is created digitally, noting she has lately increased the amount of painting and hand lettering she does. “I like to mix media because I really do consider myself both an artist and a designer,” she says. “If I create something by hand, it eventually becomes rendered digitally for the finished product.”

Currently, Leighwood Paperie products are available through the company’s website and Etsy page. Woodruff also has brought her collection to St. Louis craft fairs and markets, and hopes to expand to boutiques in 2017.

What other changes are planned for the new year?

“In 2017, I am going to change things up and focus more on small-batch designs and custom work,” Woodruff says. “I want to grow the custom area of my business and work directly with more clients through wedding invitations and small and creative business branding, because if there’s one thing I’ve learned this year, it’s that I really am inspired by other people and telling their story through visuals.”

Woodruff says she still plans to produce her own designs and pieces, “but instead of a large offering of products, I’m tailoring it to more curated collections and small-batch designs that focus on luxury finishes, like gold foils and letterpress.” Additionally, she hopes to offer calligraphy by mid-2017.

The response to Leighwood Paperie has been wonderful so far, Woodruff says. “When I ‘opened the doors’ back in March, I didn’t know what sort of reaction to expect, and that was kind of terrifying; you put yourself out there and have no idea if you’re going to sink or swim, but I’ve focused on swimming,” she says.

“This business is very personal because it’s me, and when someone admires me enough to choose me for their invitations, or picks up a card [made by me] to give to a loved one, it’s amazing.”

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sheet masks, refine your skin with pore minimizers and uplifting applicators for a glow that cannot be outdone. Available for $37 at Sephora (sephora.com).

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By Dick Smothers I love 20 Minutes to Fitness. Here’s why.

I get a special joy from the fact that I’m doing something for myself that I know is helping me become a stronger, more fit, 75-plus-year-old.

I first came to 20 Minutes to Fitness in 2008, and it was like nothing I had ever experienced in my life. I had been around gyms for many years, and I was quite aware of all sorts of workout philosophies, but never this one. In and out in about 20 minutes? This I had to see. I saw it and I’m still here.

In 2011, I embarked on an extended road trip in my RV that took me to the West Coast and points in between, and I couldn’t keep up my workout program. I didn’t pick it up again until 2 years later. I knew that I had lost some muscle mass and was curious to see how soon I could get it back.

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I’ll ask her things like, “Did you add weight? How much? How much time did I do last time? How much time have I done so far? Is that all? You’re kidding. I don’t think I can do anymore!” She’ll say, “Yes you can, try one more.” I try, I do one more, and it is not easy, but quite often I find enough strength to do another one after that.

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Gracie Kate’s is a new St. Louis-based online children’s boutique focused on affordability.

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ebra Bevard and Jenny Riggs have a lot in common. They’re neighbors.

They both have three children. They both love shopping and dressing their kids in cute, playful outfits. They both want to find the best value for their dollar when it comes to children’s clothes. And it’s those similarities that created the spark and led to Gracie Kate’s, an in-home and traveling children’s clothing boutique. The company name is a nod to their daughters’ names, Kate and Allison Grace.

“We love dressing our kids in quality, stylish clothing, especially our girls, who are three weeks apart,” Riggs says. “We made a plan to provide affordable, quality clothing to other families and launched Gracie Kate’s in March of this year. We’re listening to our customers with what they would like to see at Gracie Kate’s and are working hard to accommodate them.”

With an online shop at graciekates.com as well as Facebook and Instagram pages, Bevard and Riggs offer clothing for boys, girls and adolescents, along with accessories such as hats, socks and shoes, headbands, and pacifier clips. Shoppers will find brand names, including Mud Pie, RuffleButts, RuggedButts, Bonnie Jean and Rare Editions.

“We search for quality vendors who also have great prices,” Riggs says. “If we get a sample of something that doesn’t meet our standards for quality, then we don’t sell it. We’re also thrilled to now offer Beautycounter to our customers. We are proud to be able to provide skin care products that are safe to use for babies, children and women. This has been an exciting addition to our boutique.”

With the slogan “adorable styles at sweet prices,” the pair first developed stocks for newborns through size 6, and they are currently expanding their preteen line.

Riggs notes that variety is important: “We carry everything from items that have

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ruffles and tutus, to items that can be monogrammed, to items that are quite simple. We like to carry a little bit of everything.”

Ruffles and prints, such as a repeating pattern of lavender hedgehogs on a playful romper or dresses featuring plaid or polka dots, dominate the girls’ clothing selection. Animal prints featuring whales and elephants can be found on boys’ rompers. Price points are very affordable across all collections – for example, tights with an ankle ruffle start at $9 per pair, and bowties and other neckties cost $9.50.

For fall and winter wear, Riggs says footless ruffle leggings, monogram-ready dresses and tops, and tunics have been best-sellers. She also says warm and cozy hats, boys’ sweatshirts and boys’ button-down shirts are other popular seasonal items. Available for both girls and boys are holiday-themed infant clothes, such as a red- and white-striped romper that brings candy canes to mind. Sample sale items, which might have a slight flaw, also are available online and offer even more affordable options.

“We want everyone to know that we carry most boutique brands, and we have awesome prices,” Riggs says. “We also want them to know that if they see something and we don’t have their size, most of the time we can order [it]. Last but not least, we want people to go to our Facebook page, as well, because we do a lot of preorder items there.”

Bevard and Riggs occasionally feature Gracie Kate’s items at local boutique events. Dates and locations of pop-up boutiques and news about flash sales are posted on Gracie Kate’s Facebook page and website, where they welcome feedback and comments.

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The search renews every winter for the perfect frosting designed to wow. Genovese Jewelers makes it its mission to aid you in this all-important quest. “Diamonds always are an amazing gift. They are timeless and commemorate an occasion far better than any electronic or purse,” Elizabeth Eby, head of advertising and sales associate, says. “This holiday season, we are seeing a huge demand for diamond jewelry, which includes everything from engagement rings to yellow and rose gold diamond jewelry to dressy pieces.”

Diamonds may be forever, but the styles constantly evolve. Round diamonds, with baguette diamonds or emerald cut stones, currently are hugely popular.

“The combination of a brilliant round diamond with

the intricacy of step-cut baguettes make these pieces truly pop,” Eby describes. “People also are asking for both rose and yellow gold jewelry. They absolutely love to mix and match metals, and layer older pieces with something fresh.”

Since the holidays are the most popular season for proposals, here’s what to know before buying that rock.

“Take a deep breath and relax,” she advises. “If you have absolutely no idea what style she might like, check her Pinterest board and ask a friend to borrow one of her rings for size. We make the process incredibly seamless and fun.

This is an exciting time for couples – and you should have nothing but positive feelings throughout the process.”

Genovese Jewelers has a proven record as the preferred source for glamorous gems and jewelry.

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Whether you seek the ultimate ring with which to propose or a diamond bracelet and earring set that shines as bright as she does, this jewelry store dedicates itself to making your mission achievable. “The thought of buying a diamond can be incredibly stressful, but it definitely does not have to be that way! At Genovese, we go through the four Cs (cut, color, clarity and carat), so you can decide for yourself just how important each one is to you,” Eby assures. “Some girls want size; some, high clarity; and others want their diamond to be bright white. We promise to find you a diamond not only in your budget, but one that she will love and you will be proud to put on her hand.”

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at David Kodner. With an average price

fresh inspiration each time you visit.

gift this season.

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Potato Crostini Bites With Beets and Fennel

Story, recipe and photo by Sherrie Castellano

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n the Nov. 11 Ladue News, I shared a recipe for soup made with slow-roasted and then puréed golden beets. Although autumnal in color and mild in flavor, beets (as previously shared) can be somewhat controversial; in my experience, people either love them or hate them. Yet when beets are prepared properly, I’m a huge fan of them, especially of the red variety.

Red beets are an affordable, hearty and abundant root vegetable that are incredibly easy to grow in nearly all seasons. Beets are high in vitamin C and help keep our immune systems strong – they’re also powerful detoxifiers.

Beyond their health benefits, beets are simply delicious. I eat beets raw in smoothies, juices and salads, and I cook them in a variety of ways, from roasting to steaming. The following crostini recipe calls for a sautéing method that comes together fairly quickly. As a rule of thumb, the smaller you dice the beets, the less time they’ll take to cook.

The colors in this party-perfect appetizer are bright and festive without overdoing it. If you can’t source fennel fronds – the thin leaves on top of fennel bulbs – dill makes a great substitute.

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Sherrie Castellano is a health coach, photographer and private chef based in St. Louis. She writes and photographs the seasonally inspired vegetarian and gluten-free blog With Food + Love. She has contributed work to Driftless Magazine, Vegetarian Times, Go Gluten-Free Magazine, Food52 and Urban Outfitters, among others. You can find her hanging with her aviation-enthusiast husband, sipping Earl Grey tea, green juice and/or bourbon.

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If you’re making the crostini for a holiday party and are short on stovetop space, remember you can roast the beets instead of sautéing them.

Yields | 10 to 12 bites | 2 medium russet potatoes 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided sea salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 clove garlic 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 3 medium red beets, leaves removed, scrubbed, small dice ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles (to serve) ¼ cup fennel fronds (to serve) | Preparation | Preheat oven to 400°F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Scrub potatoes, pat dry and peel if desired. Using either a mandolin or very sharp knife, cut into thin medallions or lengthwise slices, approximately 1/16 inch thick.

In a large mixing bowl, toss potatoes lightly in 1 teaspoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and lay on prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in oven for 10 to 15 minutes on each side, or until lightly brown and crispy. Remove from oven, tent with aluminum foil to keep warm and set aside.

In a medium sauté pan, heat remaining oil over low heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

Increase heat to medium, and add balsamic vinegar while scraping any brown bits off bottom of pan. Add beets, stir and sauté for about 15 minutes more, or until beets are tender. If pan becomes too dry, add a touch of water as needed. | To Serve | Layer each potato crisp with 1 or 2 tablespoons sautéed beets, 1 teaspoon blue cheese and a sprinkle of fennel fronds, and season with salt and pepper. Serve.

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his truly is “the most wonderful time of the year,” as the Christmas classic tells us. Everyone’s looking forward to parties, presents and spending time with friends and family. So to ensure holiday happiness doesn’t turn into holiday headaches, do some advance planning, and consider altering your parenting approach.

When the festivities begin, kids of all ages will stay up late and indulge in sugary treats. As a result, expect a bit of unruly behavior, but also make sure to enforce reasonable limitations. In the spirit of the season, it’s OK to relax the rules, but it’s never acceptable for your kids to be rude or selfish.

Start the holidays with a family meeting. Parents, talk about your expectations, and allow kids to share their concerns. Teenagers, for example, may not want to spend all day with their little cousins when their friends are skating at Shaw Park.

Open communication and advance planning mean everyone can do what he or she wants – within reason.

Younger children often can experience a spectrum of emotions during winter break. The structure of bedtime and school is replaced with the excitement of trips to see Santa and out-of-town guests. Kids don’t intentionally have meltdowns, but such meltdowns often do occur. So consider lowering behavioral expectations, laughing more and gently redirecting your children.

College students, on the other hand, can create an entirely different set of worries. ’Tis the season – and spirits may be available. Parents should never endorse alcohol use by children under the legal drinking age. But parents’ most important rule, without exception, is to make sure college students know it’s never acceptable to drink and drive – or to get in a car driven by someone who has been drinking. It’s more important to call mom, dad or Uber than to risk a trip to the emergency room – or worse.

Last, parents, wisely organize your days and evenings. With friends and family in town, it can be tempting to fill every minute of every day with social commitments.

Don’t! Over-scheduling creates conflict, and the true meaning of the season can get lost. So plan some quiet time with your kids, watching a movie, playing a board game or just lounging around the house. Make sure you don’t need a holiday to recover from the holiday.

We spend the year guiding our children, planning their days and enforcing homework rules. Take advantage of our town: See the lights at the Saint Louis Zoo, go to a Blues game or take a walk in the park. The holidays and childhood are a lot alike – special times that end before you know it. Spend the forthcoming lull eating, playing and creating a lifetime of memories.

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Splitting THe Magdalene St. Louis’ Bravely program seeks to empower disenfranchised women one T-shirt at a time.

Hope Jernagan, Magdalene’s executive director

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n these turbulent and uncertain times, a local organization remains adamant about continuing in a counterintuitive but quintessentially American way: Bravely.

Magdalene St. Louis, the organization in question, constitutes “a residential community for women recovering from sexual exploitation, abuse and addiction,” according to its own characterization. Less than a month ago, it launched “a social enterprise program” called – yes – Bravely.

Many readers likely will suspect the organization’s name references the Biblical Mary Magdalene, mentioned in 12 passages in the New Testament, as at John 20:1: “The first day of the week cometh Mary Magdalene early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre, and seeth the stone taken away from the sepulchre.”

However, Hope Jernagan, Magdalene’s executive director, gently rejects that potential association, at least in a formal context.

“Magdalene St. Louis is not a faith-based organization,” says Jernagan. “However, we consider faith and spirituality to be an important aspect of recovery from trauma and addiction. We do weekly group work on the topic of spirituality and recovery, and we also have a large network of congregations who support us through volunteers and donations.”

Jernagan also sketches what will be issuing, at least at first, from Magdalene’s new program.

“The initial Bravely line consists of men’s and women’s shirts in three different styles and two color options,” she says. “We also carry insulated, leak-proof water bottles and fully lined, heavy-duty tote bags.”

The shirts in question sport such slogans as “Love Is Brave,” “Compassion Is Badass” and “I Am a Work in Progress.” None of the shirts feature especially ornate design, but the third does boast an intriguingly simple yet elegant look. It repeats the work-in-progress slogan, in two lines, four times and not only mixes Roman, bold and italic type, but also strategically flips many of its eight lines, something like a visual villanelle.

“Likely all of the women who will work at Bravely are survivors of sexual assault,” relates Jernagan.

“Recovery from that kind of trauma is lifelong, but we are doing our part to create a work environment where women feel safe, heard and valued. And in turn, we want to create products that share messages of hope and empowerment with the world.

“Magdalene St. Louis serves up to 11 women at a time. Women can begin work at Bravely after approximately six months in the Magdalene residential program. Currently, we have two women employed at Bravely.”

Those two women, Carmen Dinwiddie and Hayley Perrin, speak highly of the opportunity presented

by Bravely.

“Well, this program is affecting my life in a major way, because it is allowing me to get my life back in order with my son as well as my family,” Dinwiddie testifies. “This program is also giving me the structure and support I have been needing but didn’t know how to get.”

Her co-worker echoes Dinwiddie.

“Working for Bravely has been very empowering,” notes Perrin. “I feel more confident than I have ever felt.

I am building meaningful relationships. I am also learning skills I know I can carry with me after I graduate.”

Regarding such skills, an online Bravely slideshow notes the program will focus on marketing, sales, order fulfillment, customer service, website management and social media.

Magdalene’s website characterizes Bravely as “an apparel company providing employment opportunities and empowering [its workers] to live free from abuse, addiction and prostitution.”

Empowerment. That word and variants of it appear again and again and again in material devoted to Magdalene and Bravely alike.

The struggle for female empowerment, of course, predates the Bible’s mentions of Mary Magdalene – a fact recognized by anyone who’s read Aristophanes’ sly and subversive Lysistrata, the classical Athenian comedy dating from four centuries before the New Testament.

The timeline of that struggle extends through 2½ millennia to 39 simple words – the 39 words of Amendment XIX to the U.S. Constitution, which was ratified slightly less than a century ago, on Aug. 18, 1920, after decades of neglect and conflict.

“The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex,” states that amendment.

“Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.”

A month ago, the struggle for empowerment embodied in the Bravely program witnessed the election of such noteworthy women as Tammy Duckworth, Kamala Harris, Catherine Cortez Masto and Ilhan Omar – and one can’t help suspecting the struggle for empowerment will continue, at Magdalene’s Bravely and elsewhere.

“What would happen if one woman told the truth about her life?” poet Muriel Rukeyser asked, rhetorically, in “Käthe Kollwitz” from 1968. “The world would split open.”

Almost half a century after the publication of that poem, many women’s voices, from day to day and week to week and month to month, still rise, unstoppably, in a hallelujah chorus.

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Mona’s, An American-Italian Joint

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place mats. Yellow and blue hues give the room a bright, inviting feel juxtaposed with raw industrial elements.

“We wanted to invoke a little bit of traditional ItalianAmerican style into a very contemporary space,” says Marsden, who did all the design work with his staff on the new venue, which seems as if it would provide a delightful dinner before catching American Buffalo at The Gaslight Theatre.

Marsden named the casual restaurant after his mother, who is of Sicilian descent. Julie Block Fernandez is a partner, with Jessica Mansfield serving as the general manager. Carlos Hernandez – who also works with Marsden at his other concept, Whitebox Eatery – acts as the executive chef.

“It’s a very approachable menu with familiar ingredients but a new take on Italian and new American cuisine,” says Marsden. “We’re working

with new presentations of some familiar dishes and new combinations.”

Mona’s pizzas, for instance, feature a Roman-style crust. The basic dough gets its uniqueness from getting rolled out thin until it’s nearly transparent.

Pies get cooked in a brick-lined deck oven at 650 degrees for about four minutes, resulting in a remarkably delicate crust.

Pizzas are divided into red or white options. Choose from specialties including meatball, muffuletta and the D.F. with pork belly, pineapple, caramelized onion and avocado salsa. A shrimp scampi pizza features bacon and parsley.

Highlights from the appetizer and salad menus include garlic knots with provolone fondue and tomato confit; pickled-zucchini fries with Parmesan-buttermilk dipping sauce; and fried green tomato salad with

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mainstay on The Hill recently got a complete makeover: Mona’s, An AmericanItalian Joint, which opened in October.

The new concept replaces Modesto Tapas Bar & Restaurant, which closed in midAugust after 15 years in business.

“We just decided that it was a good time to close Modesto. We really just wanted to do something fresh and wanted to end on a positive note,” says owner Brendan Marsden. “Mona’s is something I’ve had in mind for a long time but never considered putting in this space. After much contemplating, I thought it was the perfect fit.”

The 3,500-square-foot building underwent a complete transformation, repurposing many materials from its previous incarnation. To highlight the theme, tables come covered in a laminated gingham topped with menu

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butter lettuce, fresh cheese, black olives and whitebalsamic dressing.

Pastas include a house lasagna with sausage Bolognese as well as gnocchi with pork belly, caramelized onion, roasted-corn cream sauce and cheddar. For dessert, choose from bread pudding, a Limoncello torte, butterscotch pudding and more.

At the bar, expect a predominately beer- and wine-based menu with limited cocktail selections.

Eight wines are available on tap. Happy hour is available Monday through Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m., featuring beer, wine and appetizer specials.

“I think Mona’s takes some trendy concepts like rustic American cuisine, which is so popular right now, and adds some low-country influence,” says Marsden. “I intentionally didn’t do research on this concept because I wanted it to be what I wanted it to be. You’ll see some things on the menu you might not expect, presented in an Italian way.”

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‌Story: Donny Dubrow is holding court in his Chicago resale shop, giving words of wisdom about the importance of breakfast to his young protégé, Bobby.

He also reports on last night’s poker game, where Donny dropped a bundle to his friend Fletcher and a woman acquaintance.

When Donny’s poker pal Walter “Teach” Cole stops by, Donny tells him about a recent customer who inquired about a vintage American buffalo nickel.

The man asked about its price, but Donny wisely deferred to the potential buyer, who then offered $50.

Donny countered with a higher number, eventually compromising at $90.

The customer’s interest in the coin sparks Donny’s curiosity about its real value – making him consider heisting it from the purchaser’s home. Donny asks Bobby keep an eye on the man. Bobby later reports that he saw the customer leave his house with a travel case, suggesting the man’s home is ripe for burglarizing.

Teach is skeptical that the unproven Bobby can carry his weight in such a plot and strongly suggests to Donny that Teach be his partner. Donny insists that Fletcher join them, while gently trying to inform Bobby that he’s out of the plan. Alliances among these men, though, are fleeting, which hinders their alreadyshaky chances at success in this “business” deal.

Highlights: St. Louis Actors’ Studio is celebrating its 10th anniversary this season with a return to several of its favorite playwrights, including David Mamet. The prolific writer’s first Broadway success was this three-character, two-act drama that opened originally in Mamet’s native Chicago in 1975 before playing Broadway two years later.

American Buffalo has had a rich history of productions, featuring star turns by Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, William H. Macy and others. Add this raw, pulsating version by St. Louis Actors’ Studio to that list of noted presentations.

Other Info: What first impresses one about this version is Christie Johnston’s eye-popping scenic design. Somehow, she fills the minuscule Gaslight Theater stage with a cornucopia of used treasures in Donny’s junk shop, circa 1975, with a bicycle hanging above the set, old TVs balanced atop one another and assorted tchotchkes in view. That’s in addition to three specific areas for the single set, a dilapidated couch at stage right, a counter and plain refrigerator in the middle and Donny’s desk at stage left.

Props designer Carla Landis Evans complements this garish place of “business” with assorted knickknacks, including a black, rotary phone and flimsy card table that fill the cluttered set. It’s her costume design, though, that offers a knowing glimpse into these characters from the underbelly of Chicago, namely Teach’s blindingly gold shirt and shoes in the first act

that shout, “I have an overinflated opinion of myself.”

Director John Contini maintains the seedy, sordid atmosphere in which this trio of derelicts resides, coaxing convincing interpretations of Mamet’s lowlife characters from his superb cast. His players carry the cadence of the playwright’s coarse, vulgar street poetry, a terse patter conveyed in Mamet’s dialogue.

Peter Mayer, William Roth and Leo Ramsey present three-dimensional portrayals of Donny, Teach and Bobby, respectively, enhancing the gritty realism in the forlorn world of these hangers-on. Contini has them move about the compact stage in such a way as to convey a flow to the action, heightened with a violent crescendo late in the second act that utilizes Shaun Sheley’s well-orchestrated fight choreography.

All three actors shine in communicating Mamet’s profanity-laced dialogue, with only occasional hiccups.

Their conversation is emitted in staccato bursts that underscore the limited range of men who live on the fringes of society. Mayer is almost paternal in Donny’s “tutoring” of the junkie Bobby, while trying to be the voice of reason with the high-strung Teach.

Roth effectively presents Teach’s blustery, clueless ways, also showing the character’s instincts for survival, as Teach describes his own skewed interpretation of free enterprise. As Bobby, Ramsey is an animated, hyper street kid low on brains but eager to please his seedy elders by demonstrating his loyalty and reliability to carry off “important” tasks, something Teach skeptically disdains.

Mamet has a distinctive voice in American theater, filled with vulgarity that may seem out of place to more refined or sensitive ears. His characters in American Buffalo, however, speak the poetry of the streets in a stirring, striking fashion as emblematic of America as that historic title coin.

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Company: St. Louis Actors’ Studio Venue: The Gaslight Theater, 358 N. Boyle Dates: December 9-11, 15-18 Tickets: $35; contact 1-800-982-2787 or ticketmaster.com Rating: A 4.5 on a scale of 1-to-5 LadueNews.com | December 9, 2016 61

Ready Readers

Delectable Holiday Reading

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uring the holidays, everyone’s to-do list grows – with accommodating visiting relatives, planning special meals and attending community celebrations. As a result, they can become overwhelming for both adults and children.

To keep the festive atmosphere at the forefront of your bustling holiday schedule, set aside special time with the young ones you love. Harness their anticipation-fueled energy, and start new traditions by pairing memory-making cooking and baking experiences with soon-to-be-favorite children’s books like the pair recommended here.

Author Eric A. Kimmel’s amusing and entertaining Hanukkah Bear centers on a hungry bear awakened from his winter’s sleep by a delicious smell wafting into his den. He follows the smell into the village, to the front door of Bubba Brayna, the best latke-maker in town.

Each year, all of Bubba’s neighbors, including her special guest the rabbi, visit her cottage to play Hanukkah games and enjoy her delicious latkes. However, Bubba’s a bit hard of hearing and doesn’t see quite as well as she once did, which leads to a rousing encounter between her and the wandering bear.

Mike Wohnoutka delightfully illustrates Kimmel’s tale, with warm golden tones lending an air of safety and comfort to the scenes. Children will revel in the silliness of Bubba’s interactions with her mistakenly identified visitor as they see their own holiday traditions being carried out by the enormous bear.

Best of all, a recipe for Bubba’s latkes ends the book, supplementing the great family fun of enjoying Kimmel’s story with parents and children spending time together making latkes.

Another wonderful story to pair with holiday treatmaking, Gingerbread Christmas marks the newest offering from award-winning author/illustrator Jan Brett.

This story, the latest adventure of Brett’s beloved Gingerbread Baby, finds him leading a freshly baked gingerbread orchestra at the Christmas festival in the town

By Sheila Oliveri square. When a girl in the crowd realizes the conductor and anthropomorphic instruments are edible, the Gingerbread Baby and his friend Matti lead the villagers on a merry chase to protect their music-making friends.

Children will love finding the Gingerbread Baby hiding among the ornaments and garland on the large pop-up Christmas tree at the end of the book.

Brett’s colorful, lushly detailed illustrations depict a traditional Swiss mountain village with its human and animal inhabitants. Brett once told some schoolchildren it takes her “an hour to draw an inch” of illustration, so each two-page spread in Gingerbread Christmas forms an intricate work of art. As a result, in keeping with Brett’s style, the elaborate picture insets on each page give clues to past and future story actions, providing parents with opportunities to engage their children in remembering and predicting upcoming actions.

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At Ready Readers, we know that “Kids Who Read Succeed!” Reading aloud daily provides a strong foundation for early literacy. If you enjoy reading and sharing the magic of books, please consider becoming a volunteer for Ready Readers and reading aloud to a classroom of preschool children in an underserved area of St. Louis. Visit readyreaders.org for more information.

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‌Sun., Dec. 11

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis presents its ANNUAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION at the Old Warson Country Club. This black-tie event features the annual tradition of guests caroling with the company’s artists-in-residence, followed by an elegant dinner and special performance by one of the company’s upcoming season artists – this year, tenor René Barbera. 6 p.m. $250. 314-963-4223 or opera-stl.org.

Sun., Dec. 11

Concordia Seminary presents its BACH AT THE SEM concert in the Chapel of St. Timothy and St. Titus. Bach at the Sem enters its 24th season with a selection of works by J.S. Bach performed by the American Kantorei under music director Dr. Maurice Boyer. 3 p.m. Free. 314-505-7569 or wcsl.edu/bach.

Thu., Dec. 15

Sun., Dec. 11

Tony Viviano presents FRANK SINATRA 101 at Patrick’s Westport Grill. Viviano will sing Sinatra, plus Christmas holiday favorites. Tickets include dinner, dancing and a Sinatra 101st-birthday concert. Doors are at 3:30 p.m., dinner at 4 p.m. and concert at 5 p.m. $55. 314-878-6767 or tonyviviano.com.

The St. Louis Country Library presents author JAMES ROLLINS, who will discuss his new book, The Seventh Plague: A Sigma Force Novel, at library headquarters. The New York Times best-selling author combines historical mystery and scientific exploration in this thrilling adventure tale. Summoned by a former ally at the British Museum, Commander Grayson Pierce must uncover the truth behind the disappearance of a team of archaeologists.

The frantic hunt for the truth will take Sigma Force from an ancient Egyptian tomb to the frozen fields of the Arctic. 7 p.m. Free.

314-994-3300 or slcl.org.

Thu., Dec. 15

Left Bank Books presents a special holiday book signing event with food blogger and baker IRVIN LIN, who will discuss and sign copies of his new cookbook, Marbled, Swirled and Layered: 150 Recipes and Variations for Artful Bars, Cookies, Pies, Cakes and More, at Left Bank Books. Lin is an IACP Awardwinning photographer and nationally recognized blogger who has made the transition from graphic designer and art director to baker, food writer, recipe developer and professional photographer. 7 p.m. Free.

314-367-6731 or left-bank.com.

Sun., Dec. 11

Sun., Dec. 11

Left Bank Books presents singer and former Skid Row frontman SEBASTIAN BACH, who will sign copies of his new memoir, 18 and Life on Skid Row at Left Bank Books. Throughout his career, Bach has sold more than 20 million records both as the lead singer of Skid Row and as a solo artist. In his memoir, Bach recounts lurid tales of excess and debauchery as he toured the world with Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Mötley Crüe, Soundgarden, Pantera, Nine Inch Nails, and Guns N’ Roses. This is a book-signing event only. 6:30 p.m. $31 admits one or two people to the signing line and includes one copy of the book. 314-367-6731 or left-bank.com.

Alexandra Ballet presents its most festive holiday tradition, THE NUTCRACKER, at the William D. Purser, DC Center at Logan University. The Nutcracker is an enchanting fairy tale about a young girl, Clara, who receives a magical nutcracker as a gift from her godfather on Christmas Eve. In her dreams, the nutcracker comes to life, defeats the powerful mouse king with help from Clara, and turns into a handsome prince. This one-hour narrated ballet is perfect for all ages and is the perfect opportunity for the entire family to enjoy the beautiful world of ballet. 4 p.m. $16.50 for adults, $11.50 for children ages 2 to 12. 314-469-6222 or logan.edu/nutcracker.

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Treasure A Taste of Balkan

By Brittany Nay | Photo by Sarah Conroy

St. Louis-based Yobul! debuts premium Bulgarian yogurt in the U.S.

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eddy Ivanov grew up amid the sheep-covered mountains and farmlands of Bulgaria, where yogurt was a daily dietary staple. Like generation after generation for 13 centuries before him, Ivanov was taught by his family to make true Bulgarian yogurt – which is unique in that it contains Lactobacillus bulgaricus, a culture specific to Bulgaria that is credited with promoting longevity. “Bulgaria has the highest percentage of centenarians on the planet due to daily consumption of real yogurt containing this unique bacteria native to the country,” Ivanov says.

When Ivanov came to the U.S. almost 20 years ago, he brought his culinary skills – including yogurt-making – with him. And now, the former restaurateur and former chef at Thomas Jefferson School in south St. Louis County is giving the metro area a taste of that talent with the fall launch of his own yogurt brand, Yobul!

Ivanov searched for years for yogurt that tasted like the Bulgarian treat he grew up preparing and eating, but none of the American market’s brands stacked up to the flavor, texture and health benefits of yogurt made in Bulgaria, widely considered to be the homeland of yogurt.

A family trip home to Bulgaria, where Ivanov, his fiancée and daughter enjoyed homemade yogurt for breakfast every day, was the catalyst for his new venture to bring true Bulgarian yogurt to the U.S. Ivanov spent two years researching how to perfect his own yogurt. What makes Yobul! different are the Lactobacillus bulgaricus live and active cultures, selected by a small company in Bulgaria and shipped to a small farm in Fenton, Illinois, where the yogurt has been in small-batch production since September. The production process is cup-set, meaning the milk and cultures are left to incubate at no lower than 115°F in each cup for approximately five hours, giving the yogurt its texture. Then, the yogurt is refrigerated for about five hours before being delivered to stores. “We make it in small batches so we can control the quality and outcome,” Ivanov says.

Yobul! contains only local, farm-fresh, whole cow’s milk and Bulgarian live and active cultures in its plain yogurt. “There are no additives and no sugar – it is sweetened with 100 percent Stevia leaf extract, so it is good for people who are more health-conscious,” Ivanov says, adding that Yobul!’s flavored yogurts – rose and coconut – are made the same way, with only the addition of organic flavor extract.

Next spring, Ivanov hopes to use sheep’s milk, available seasonally, to blend with or take the place of cow’s milk in some of the yogurt. Among its benefits, sheep’s milk is richer than cow’s milk in protein, calcium and other vitamins.

The fresh flavor and smooth, silky texture also set Yobul! apart, Ivanov says: “It has a refreshing, tart taste. You just have to try it – it’s like nothing you can try on the U.S. market.” Plus, it is made up of 35 percent calcium versus 15 to 20 percent calcium in many mainstream yogurts and aids in easier digestion due to low levels of lactic acid. “Two cups of our yogurt provide 70 percent of the daily calcium needed for most adults,” he says.

The unique yogurt is available locally at United Provisions in the Delmar Loop in University City, Global Foods Market in Kirkwood and Balkan Grocery in Chesterfield, as well as at several international food stores in Chicago. “In Chicago, the city with the largest Bulgarian population outside of Bulgaria, they are going crazy for it,” Ivanov says.

Next year, Yobul! plans to introduce two new flavors – orange and raspberry – and to expand to more stores in St. Louis, Chicago and beyond. “I want to introduce true Bulgarian yogurt to the U.S.,” Ivanov says. “It tastes like home.”

Yobul!, balkantreasure.com

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Yobul! Yogurt Available locally at: United Provisions in University City Global Foods Market in Kirkwood Balkan Grocery in Chesterfield

Teddy Ivanov, owner of Yobul!

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Stop by Truffles & Butchery to pick up your Christmas meal, or check out the restaurant’s wide selection of gift baskets, which can be customized to meet every customer’s needs. For more information, call 314-567-7258 or visit todayattruffles.com.

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ast year, for the first time in years, Truffles Restaurant was open for Christmas Eve dinner. General manager Aleks Jovanovic says the evening was a huge success, so the restaurant is planning to do the same this year.

“Truffles was packed, and we hope to see it that way again this year,” he says. “We’re hoping for a full house.”

In addition to Christmas Eve, Truffles will be open for New Year’s Eve. Those interested in having the Butchery Truffles Meat Market experience brought to them can take advantage of the catering service, which is up-and-coming.

“We are evolving our catering business from the Butchery side,” Jovanovic says. “What makes our catering different and unique is our highly customizable menus. Customers can do a sandwich type of office party all the way to a high-end style straight from Truffles’ kitchen menus.”

For the first time, Butchery is offering a roasted

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beef tenderloin that’s precooked and preseasoned for the holiday season.

We’re taking the work out of our customers’ hands,” Steve Caravelli, the executive chef of Butchery, says. “The tenderloin only needs to be rewarmed, so I’m predicting it’s going to be popular for the holidays.”

Truffles’ wine selection is also ever-changing and evolving. This year the restaurant is offering a wine package with a selection of four wines, which customers can pick or the Truffles staff can select for them.

Caravelli says it offers one of the most unique wine selections in St. Louis.

“You won’t see them anywhere else,” he says.

“They’re a great gift for people who like to experiment. We have Macedonian wines, Greek wines, off-the-beaten-path French wines. It’s fun to try unique wines you’ve never had before.”

Truffles & Butchery offer a variety of gift baskets, many of which are customizable. A few of their

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themed ones include their grill master and pit master baskets.

“Our gift baskets can be sent out to an office or to families or friends,” he says. “We can customize those and make them any price point for you. You can include meats, sauces, bottles of wine … It’s up to the customer.”

Another great holiday gift is a butcher class from Butchery. For $150 a person, customers can learn how to butcher a pig and take the meat home.

“It’s a great gift for a foodie or someone who enjoys pork,” Caravelli says.

As for the upcoming year, Jovanovic says he hopes to continue to grow the sister businesses and meet the customers’ needs.

“We’re looking forward in the new year to expanding on what we’ve accomplished this year,” he says.

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GUIDO’S “ON THE HILL”

5046 Shaw Ave., 314-771-4900, g uidosstl.com Discover the best Mediterranean cuisine, with made-toorder dishes from Guido’s, such as homemade lasagna, tapas calientes or rich caramelized flan. The pizzeria delivers a “taste of Spain in the middle of Italy.”

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11631 Olive Blvd., 314-994-1080, bellagostl.com B ringing a taste of The Hill to West County, Il Bel Lago treats diners to great Italian recipes in a casual, elegant atmosphere. Expect each dish to be served up with personal, friendly service.

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AccuCare, RN-owned and managed home health care provider, has immediate openings for caregivers. Contact Jane Olsen at jolsen@accucare.com or 314-472-3393 Medical Receptionist/Biller (part-time 18 hrs/wk) Previous experience in physician's office, knowledge of medical billing, and excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Please fax resume to 314-251-4376 Attention: Anne

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Ask a Two Ladies Cleaning, LC representative for details Three cleaning packages to choose from to fit any budget

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HELP WANTED

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Detailed Cleaning

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

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THE LIST GOES ON!

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New Installation, Cleaning & Repair Drainage Solutions, Screen Installation & Window Cleaning Professional, Reliable & Insured Q No Mess Left Behind Q FREE Estimates

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FREE ESTIMATES

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Call Mary or Sharon 314-276-8891 Leave Message

Quality Care for Less!

Semi-retired RN willing to work as caregiver. Experience w/ Cancer, Stroke, Dementia, Hospice & Parkinson. Companionship, Shopping, Doctors visits.

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PRECISION REMODELING Room Additions, Decks, Bathrooms, Kitchens and so much more. Interior & Exterior.

Free Estimates! Fully Insured.

Call Bob (314) 799-4633 or Jim (314) 799-4630

REMODEL & REPAIR Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing.

Insured. Free Est. 40yrs Exp. Don Phillips 314-973-8511

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LAWN & GARDEN

LAWN & GARDEN

FALL CLEANUP LEAF REMOVAL 314-243-6784 Complete Lawn Maintenance for Residential & Commercial Leaf Cleanup and Vacuuming, Fertilizing, Planting, Sodding, Seeding, Mowing, Mulching, Edging, Spraying, Weeding, Pruning, Trimming, Bed Maintenance, Dethatching, Brush Removal, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios and Drainage Work.

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Landscape Design, Installation & Maintenance ï LEAF REMOVAL ï Complete Estate Management ï Retaining Walls ï Patios ï Natural Landscapes ï Water features ï Full Maintenance / Bed Care ï Mowing ï Annual Turf Care Packages ï Drainage ï Tree and Plant Health care ï SNOW REMOVAL Commercial•Residential•Municipal

Call Today for Estimate

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Time for Some

Hard Work Yard Work HOLIDAY LIGHTING FALL CLEANUP Brush Clearing • Bed Preparation Tilling • Mulching Planting • Tree/Shrub Fertilization, Trimming And Removal Lawn Fertilization, Sodding Gutter Cleaning • Power Washing Stone Walls, Patios, And Borders Drainage Solutions The Hard Work Yard Work Co. LLC For Free Estimates call Keith at 314-422-0241 or e-mail at

hwyardwork@aol.com Since 2001

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PAINTING ASTON - PARKER PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting Wallpaper Removal Insured, 35 Years Experience Free Estimates Call 314-766-2952 or 314-766-2962 alstonparker@hotmail.com KATHY ARNOLD Painting and Remodeling 40yrs of a Women's Touch Int./Ext Painting & Carpentry Free Estimates & Color Consult. Look us up on Facebook.

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JC PAINTS Interior & Exterior Painting Reliable, Clean, Reasonable & Insured. Call John for a Free Estimate Today! 314-703-2794 jcpaints@sbcglobal.net

PET SERVICES

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Also, Warehouse, Business & Storage Locker Leftovers!

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Packing Available.

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CLAYTON Davis Place Home for Sale 3BR, 2 1/2 bath, updated home, beautiful backyard w/brick patio.

Perfect location! $634,900 314-503-5904, 618-530-0409

SERVICES BRIAN'S HAULING "U Name It & We Haul It" 7 Days a Week - Same Day Appliances, Brush, Clean Outs, Demo, Basement & Garage, Etc.

Contact Brian @ 314-740-1659

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GILLS TREE SERVICE • Stone Retaining Walls • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured

(636) 274-1378 TUCKPOINTING MASSEY TUCKPOINTING & MASONRY Tuckpointing, Chimney & Brick Repair, Caulking & Now Chimney Sweeping & Flue Re-lining.

Winner of 2013 BBB Torch Award.

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WINDOWS

Tree Service Professionals Trimming, Deadwooding, Reduction, Removals, Stump Grinding, Year Round Service & Fully Insured Call Michael Baumann for a Free Estimate & Property Inspection

636.375.2812 You'll be glad you called!

M&P Window Washing & Gutter Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning & Minor Repair • Window Cleaning • Reasonable • Free Estimate • Dependable • Insured • Ref's • 34yrs Exp. • Angie's List Paul, 314-805-6102 Mark, 314-805-7367

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LADUE NEWS CLASSIFIEDS are easy to find.

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