Chesterfield, MO November 2017

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Lifestyle Letter

A Time to be Thankful

NOVEMBER 2017

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hankful: It’s a word that gets tossed around a lot this time of year, as November arrives and we begin realizing 2017 is drawing to a close.

Although the month of November typically marks the winding down of the year, it's also a season of beginnings. Given that, a Photography by K Thaemert portion of this month's publication is devoted to some ideas about Photography. Make up and how older adults can launch new beginnings with gusto and to Hair by American Image Salon & Spa. Photos taken at Faust concepts about aging with poise, style, courage and confidence.

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Gordon Montgomery | Gordon.Montgomery@LifestylePubs.com Kelley Lamm | Kelley.Lamm@LifestylePubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Victoria Perry | Tori.Perry@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Julie Brown Patton

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This month begins the season of giving and receiving, too.

It starts the period of family gatherings and time spent with friends. It’s the month of Thanksgiving Day parades, Black Friday shopping, mom’s traditional holiday meals and naps on the couch when you’ve had too much turkey ... or dressing ... or casserole ... or pie.

In this issue, we even took a look at how area youth are learning to cook and bake, with a couple of Thanksgiving recipes for young chefs to try.

But, perhaps most importantly, November's the beginning of a season of reflection and gratefulness. While we’re incredibly thankful for all of the food (who isn’t thankful for the person who came up with pie?) and the family time November brings, here at Chesterfield Lifestyle, we’re truly thankful for you.

When we fill this magazine each month with local restaurants, locally-owned businesses and inspiring members of the Chesterfield community, it’s because we’re thankful for everything the place we call home has to offer, and for you—the readers and members of this community— who continue to inspire us to make every issue of this publication special. We hope you'll enjoy a feature through which some of our community leaders shared their Thanksgiving memories and traditions as much as we liked them. Are these turkey day rituals similar to yours?

Thank you for taking time to join us as we strive to connect you with your community through meaningful words and beautiful photographs.

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And to you, our readers, take some time to think about what you’re thankful for this November. May you find gratitude in the little things, and may the list of what you’re thankful for go on forever.

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Departments 8

Good Times

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Around Town

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Open House

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Inspired By

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Realty Report

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Local’s Choice

16 Boutique Realty

Team Provides Brilliant Bevy of Real Estate Brokers

26 Keys to Aging Gracefully?

Triumphant Maturing Starts With Poise, Acceptance, Optimism

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Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Culinary Creations

34 Senior Life Brings New Beginnings

Make Your Own Fountains of Youth

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of the Year by the Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. She will receive the award on November 11 during the association's convention held at The Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark.

In her 18th year of service to Parkway schools, O’Leary has been actively involved in developing and implementing effective health education/promotion and physical education programs in the district. She also presents at many state conventions. In addition, she consistently provides innovative teaching and assistance in special projects to her students and school, often involving students in health promotion projects.

IMMIGRANT ENTREPRENEUR AWARD HONORS LOCAL PROFESSIONAL Chesterfield resident Susanne Evens, founder and CEO of AAA Translation was selected as a 2017 Immigrant Entrepreneur award recipient at the St. Louis Mosaic Project’s annual award ceremony

FVC HOSTS 2017 ANNUAL CRAFT BAZAAR Friendship Village Chesterfield launched its annual Fall Craft Bazaar in mid-October on the retirement community’s campus at

that celebrates St. Louis community leaders. She established her Chesterfield-based foreign language translation and global consulting firm in 1994, which now offers services in 150-plus languages.

Evens was one of the four recipients. She was nominated by peers

15201 Olive Blvd. Featuring resident crafters and floral artisans, as

and selected by a group

well as external vendors, the bazaar provided an early opportunity

of business leaders. She

for holiday shopping, Sandi Illian, FVC creative arts coordinator, says.

supports and volunteers

Bazaar items included hand-painted glass, assorted woodcrafts,

for organizations such

hand-knitted and fabric crafts, weavings, terrariums, paper goods,

as Arch Grants, Circus

silk scarves, floral wreaths and decorations, scents, handbags,

Flora,

jewelry, ladies clothing, accessories and home-baked goods, along

School Organization and

with raffles and prizes.

St. Louis’ international

Revenue from the bazaar goes to FVC enrichment programs, including Friends of the Garden, the Angel Tree Project and the Employee Appreciation Fund, Illian says.

CHESTERFIELD CITY COUNCIL WORKS ON FINANCES

the

German

Sister City programs.

Additionally,

Evens

serves or served on several boards, including St. Louis-Stuttgart Sister Cities, a St. Louis-based

A final workshop for the Chesterfield 2018 budget will be held

Sister City nonprofit organization; World Trade Center of St. Louis;

November 6. Discussion topics include five-year financial projec-

German American Heritage Society; and the Missouri Humanities

tions, retention policies and strategic planning.

Council and Trailnet. She is a guest lecturer at the University of

During 2018, the council's slated public meeting dates will be January 3 and 17, February 5 and 21, March 5 and 19, April 18, May 7 and 23, June 4 and 18, July 16, August 6 and 20, September 5 and 17, October 3 and 15, November 5 and 19, and December 3.

MISSOURI HIGH SCHOOL P.E. TEACHER OF YEAR GOES TO CHESTERFIELD INSTRUCTOR Terri O’Leary, a teacher at Parkway Central High School in Chesterfield, was selected as the Missouri High School Physical Education Teacher 12

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Missouri-St. Louis, and also serves as a media resource for international communications and global business development.

“I am so honored and humbled to be among those named as one of the St. Louis Mosaics Project’s Immigrant Entrepreneurs for 2017,” she says. “While AAA Translation works with companies around the globe and in every industry to help them navigate and succeed in the global marketplace, this award is special because St. Louis is home.

We are proud of the strong relationships we have built and the roles we have played in our city’s business growth.”

NEW BAKERY WELCOMED TO CHESTERFIELD MALL Caramel cakes are the signature item of Natalie's Cakes & More, a new bakery kiosk in the Chesterfield Mall. Open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, customers can pick up caramel cake chunks, cookies, cinnamon rolls and cupcakes. Special orders can be placed for baby showers, bridal showers, weddings, birthdays and custom cakes. The bakery, which is based in Ferguson, just celebrated its fourth business anniversary.

ALWAYS WANTED TO LEARN IMPROV? New improv comedy classes are being taught at the Chesterfield Mall by Empowered Artist teacher/performer Bob Baker. The class covers improv comedy basics in what Baker promises is a "safe, supportive environment." The class fee is $10 for a 2-hour session, with no need to register in advance. The classes are held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Connection, space 632, which is located on the second floor of Chesterfield Mall, next to Eddie Bauer and across from Foot Locker. This month's improv drop-in classes will be held November 1, 15 and 29. Adults of all ages and teens are welcome to attend. Visit ImprovSTL.com for details.

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GOLDEN VOLUNTEER HONORED Chesterfield native and Mrs. Missouri USA Universal 2016, Cynthia Fleck, Ph.D., MBA, BSN, received America's Gold Medal Volunteer Service Award for providing 800-plus hours of volunteer services within the local community and across the country to encourage healthy lifestyles. A certificate was awarded to her

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from the U.S. President's Points of Light program.

Fleck serves as an ambassador for the American Diabetes Association, sits on the board of directors of the Save a Leg Save a Life Foundation and is treasurer of The American College of Clinical Wound Specialists.

"It only takes a few hours a week to make a big difference in your community and beyond," she says.

Fleck is an advanced practice dermatology nurse and owner of Cynthia Fleck & Associates LLC., a medical/surgical/biotech/legal consulting firm. She writes peer-reviewed articles and lectures globally about skin and wound care, especially diabetic foot care. booth at the event: Boutique Realty, BounceU, Upper Limits, Club Fitness and Complete Roofing and Exteriors. Organizers estimated 150,000 attendees for this year's event.

MOBILE PERSONAL TRAINERS COME TO YOU! GYMGUYZ, a mobile fitness company, expanded into Chesterfield.

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Certified GYMGUYZ trainers are available to clients, along with specialized vans that include state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Trainers provide customized workouts to individuals, groups and office teams.

Chesterfield Lifestyle publishers Kelley Lamm and Gordon

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Montgomery were pleased to be among the sponsors for the

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whether it’s your home, backyard, office or even a local park," local

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ver since Boutique Realty's team moved their office to Chesterfield

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creative and service-oriented approach to real estate sales.

Julie Pfeifer, Boutique Realty's founder, owner and real estate broker, has offered highly specialized services and products to her sophisticated clientele for 15-plus years. She created Boutique Realty based on her strong desire to change the image of traditional real estate and to establish a more authentic approach. Her philosophy focuses on meeting the uniquely individual concerns of each client.

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BOUTIQUE REALTY

Open House

"Boutique’s heartbeat is the art of partnership, relationships, trust and care," she says.

Julie launched her Boutique Realty brand in 2011 by leasing office space in Clayton, which she remodeled, and “Boutiqueified.”

She and her team moved to Chesterfield Valley in 2014, and are located at 17269 Wild Horse Creek Road, Suite 210. Visitors to the office admire its barn-wood floors, plantation-style shutters, vaulted ceilings and contemporary décor.

"Boutique Realty’s office embodies all the fresh, warmhearted feelings that it aspires to convey," she says.

Not only is every real estate consultant at Boutique Realty extremely qualified and licensed, they are self-driven and personable.

"Each bestows upon their clients something that is ever so important: a warm, positive and friendly attitude," Julie adds.

Boutique Realty's team members believe buying or selling homes doesn’t have to be a confusing or difficult process.

"It’s one of the most personal decisions that an individual makes, and the consultants at Boutique Realty strive to ensure clients make the most educated decisions and have an enjoyable and rewarding experience while doing so," Julie says. "They are dedicated to providing their clients with the finest and most professional brokerage service available in the St. Louis marketplace."

They routinely work with sellers, purchasers, developers, investors and landlords in and around St. Louis and St. Charles counties.

The team's core services revolve around custom marketing and advertising, personal service, negotiating and closing transactions—all encircled with sound ethical practices. They are members of the Home Builders Association, and also specialize in working with developers who build condos, lofts and custom homes in St. Louis City and County.

"We consider ourselves as your advocate. We listen–truly listen–to your needs," Julie says.

One Boutique Realty client recently said, “Some people have a special way of knowing what to do to make things nice for others– and that’s just the way with you! You made it all so painless and almost stress-free."

Boutique Realty associates also are known for their charity work through a program they created, called Boutique Gives Back. For every closing that occurs, they donate a portion of their commission proceeds to the charity of the month. Some of the charity recipients have been Stray Rescue of St. Louis, Our Lady's Inn Maternity Home, Chad's Coalition, Josh Seidel Memorial Foundation and Friends of Kids with Cancer.

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Healthy Lifestyle

10 Tips to Help Keep Joints Healthy

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s we celebrate each passing birthday, we all hope to be mobile and active and to maintain our independence and quality of life. Missouri Baptist Medical Center offers these suggestions:

1. MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT

Being overweight causes undue stress on knees, hips and back. Losing weight or main-

2. STAY ACTIVE

Strong muscles provide support for your

joints and help you move with greater ease.

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taining an appropriate weight helps when it comes to keeping joints healthy.

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6. GET STRONG(ER)

Moving the joints helps circulate synovial fluid, keeping cartilage nourished. Unlike most body tissues, cartilage does not have its own blood supply. Synovial fluid is what allows the

bones to glide over one another when you move.

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3. EAT A NUTRITIOUS DIET

A well-balanced diet includes getting the

7. IMPROVE ENDURANCE

10. USE GOOD BODY MECHANICS

Good posture reduces stress on joints. Be sure to use good body mechanics when lifting and carrying items.

Sometimes even with preventive methods, there is a time for joint replacements.

Causes for replacement include: • Osteoarthritis – due to wear and tear of joints • Inflammatory arthritis – from rheumatoid arthritis or lupus • Avascular necrosis or osteonecrosis – a condition causing the death of bone

recommended daily allowance of calcium and

Exercises, such as walking, cycling

vitamin D, which help strengthen bones. Diets,

or swimming, improve aerobic endur-

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ance and may help reduce joint swelling.

reduce joint pain. For individual dietary advice,

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Tis' the Season

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Is putting your house on the market right now a good idea?

ARTICLE BY KATHY HELBIG | BROKER, OWNER

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he holidays are fast approaching, the time of year when calendars fill up, spending is in full swing, and the weather outside is changing. If you’re eyeing the housing market you may be asking whether the holidays are a good time to sell your home. The answer is...maybe!

The truth is, you have to take each home on a case by case basis, but November through January can have a lot of upsides for sellers. Here is a list of pros and cons to selling during the holidays:

Pros:

Cons:

Holiday decor makes the home feel warmer and cheerier

You have to watch the market more closely (it helps to have an agent that sells and buys)

Buyers are motivated by the lower inventory on the market

Extended periods of snow can add days on the market that buyers can’t visit the home

The fourth quarter typically brings in a lot of relocation buyers that need housing before the end of the year It’s much easier to keep the outside tidy once all of the leaves have fallen and the grass doesn’t need to be mowed

Decorations must be done with a wide variety of buyers and traditions in mind You’ll have to commit to minimalistic seasonal decorating (no “Christmas Vacation” look-alikes)

Any time of year can be a good time of year to sell if you make the decision based on your particular family and house. If you’re considering the timing and want a better perspective, give us a call.

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KEYS TO AGING G R A C E F U L LY Triumphant Maturing Starts With Poise, Acceptance, Optimism ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

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Experts accentuate that successful aging comes from accepting changes and finding meaningful activities.

While turning older can bring emotional land mines and fear of losing independence, gerontologists indicate attitude truly matters regarding victory in aging.

Aging gracefully isn't always easy, but it is achievable and worthwhile! Seniors may want to always keep in mind they are not alone in the age management journey.

In fact, U.S. Census Bureau data indicates 20.1 percent of Chesterfield's population are seniors—as defined by being age 65 or older in 2016—with 23 percent living alone. There were 1,846 working seniors in Chesterfield, according to the latest figures available. A total of 24 percent of Chesterfield's seniors are veterans.

Susan Whitbourne, Ph.D., psychology professor at the University of Massachusetts and author about aging, encourages everyone not to get bogged down with aging. Instead, she suggests acknowledging that growing older means being strong enough to survive a variety of threats while gaining hard-won resilience and a major sense of accomplishments.

What steps can be taken to age more gracefully?

EAT LESS, SIP MORE

Some of the world's oldest people are found in Japan, where centenarians are known to stop eating when they feel 80 percent full. Nearby Saint Louis University scientists even found that while both exercising and eating less led to weight loss in a study's volunteers, cutting calories also lowered production of T3, a thyroid hormone that slows metabolism. The researchers believe that lower T3 levels also may slow the aging process.

Seniors also can sip themselves young by drinking bone broth. Anti-aging experts swear bone broth helps shed weight, smooth wrinkles and sculpt better bodies. Broth contains anti-aging nutrients, such as collagen, glycine, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, glycosaminoglycans and iodine.

EXERT THE BRAIN

Learn a new language, take up an instrument, work number-based Sudoku puzzles, create art—even driving a new route to routine destinations can awaken sleepy brain cells. Several sources also exist for online brain-training activities.

DRIVE WITH CONFIDENCE AND SAFETY

Chesterfield Police Department officers sponsor local Smart Driver Courses at City Hall in cooperation with AARP several times annually. The course they hosted September 20, was the third one this year.

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AGING GRACEFULLY (CON TI N U ED)

going, and discussing the condition of cars, safety features of cars and roadway fundamentals."

He says participants also discuss how driving may become limited in future years, and how to address other transportation options with loved ones.

GET SOME SKIN IN THE GAME, OR EVEN A VAMPIRE FACELIFT

Seniors benefit greatly from taking care of their skin and working to maintain beauty, confidence and self-esteem. After all, skin is a human body's largest organ!

Evie Bishop, consulting manager of Restorative Health St. Louis in Creve Coeur, says re-establishing hormonal balance can be key for older adults. She says their facility's patients receive tailored health formulas after completing medical assessments.

This research-based, driver improvement class teaches defensive driving skills, rules-of-the-road refreshers and safety strategies. It's taught in a four-hour session and doesn't involve a test. Course graduates can even receive discounts from participating auto insurance carriers.

Chesterfield police officer Chad Meyer says it’s important for seniors to sharpen their driving skills.

"Many seniors have been driving so long, they’ve forgotten some things, or were just never taught all of the basics to begin with," Meyer says. "Employing skills taught in the course will make them better, safer, more conscientious drivers."

Meyer says seniors should have their driving skills assessed periodically, particularly after medication changes, which could impact response times.

"You may not notice unsafe practices you’ve fallen into, such as not using your blinker as often as you should or merging improperly with moving traffic," he explains.

"Many laws have changed since seniors were last assessed, with some getting their licenses 50 years ago. And cars have become more advanced in technological features, which can equate to more distracted driving."

The best driving tip Meyer has for local seniors is: "If you're having trouble driving, ask for help. Don’t wait until you’re involved in an accident or get pulled over for a hazardous moving violation to admit you’re having trouble driving. Be safe!"

Bob Meyer, AARP instructor for the Chesterfield driving courses, says the sessions address most areas shown to be challenges, such as following distance, overall scanning, turns and merging.

This course is designed for adults 50 years and older.

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“O u r c u s to m i ze d , b i o - i d e nt i c a l hormone t r e at m e nt s only replace w h at y o u r b o d y i s m i s s i n g ,” she says.

The newest Restorative Health techniques, a Vampire Facelift, is a

Aging gracefully involves a mind/body/spirit

nonsurgical way to use one's own blood to stimulate collagen and to

approach, verifies Munsch Dal Farra, who relays the

address facial wrinkles, texture and coloring.

most common illnesses that strike seniors by sur-

Additionally, Massage Envy staffers recently introduced a three-step microderm infusion and PCA Skin chemical peels among their services

prise are chronic pain, cognitive decline/short-term memory loss, and increased anxiety and irritability.

for skin resurfacing results. Other spas and facilities offer additional facials, microdermabrasion and laser treatments to give skin healthy

She says the PALM staff advises all seniors to:

glows and instant tightening for special events.

• Have a baseline neurologic and cognitive exam.

• Work on developing neuroplasticity, which allows the mind to cope with changes in the environment, circumstances and life.

• Consider specialty tests to evaluate for nutritional vitamin and mineral deficits, and supplement the diet with vitamins, minerals or botanical herbs when necessary.

• Decrease inflammation through diet, meditation and relaxation.

• Develop core muscle strength, balance and flexibility to maintain posture, reduce pain and prevent falls.

Munsch Dal Farra says she also believes devoting time to discover greater senses of purposes, self-awareness and positive outlooks are vital to aging gracefully.

"One should also spend time in nature, eat lots of fruits, vegetables and whole grains, develop cooperative and supportive relationships with family, friends, co-workers and strangers, have courage and apply a good sense of humor!" she adds.

Everyone's aging goes a little differently. However, older patients tell Munsch Dal Farra they wish they could have done the following things sooner or differently: • Runners wish they walked more, stretched more and took nutritional supplements to support their SEEK PERSONAL HEALTH ASSESSMENTS

muscles and joints.

One in every two adults suffers from a chronic illness, such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes or dementia, says Lauren Munsch Dal Farra, M.D., co-founder and CEO of PALM Health, a concierge

• Men wish they made time for early preventive health exams.

integrative medicine and wellness center in Ladue. The center's team provides a holistic method to physical, emotional and mental health.

• Moms wish they developed a greater sense of

"A personalized approach to risk factors helps us to identify the

meaning and purpose beyond living for their spouse,

genetic, biologic, environmental, behavioral and emotional factors

children or immediate family.

that contribute to illness, and to customize treatment programs that generate healing results," she says.

• Most everyone wishes they drank less alcohol.

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Culinary Creations

YOUNG CHEFS THANKSGIVING CULINARY CREATIONS WITH CHILDREN ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

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utumn becomes an amazing time to teach children a greater appreciation of baking and cooking.

By applying patience, children as young as 2 years old

can be attentive, good bakers, assures Yvonne Jensen, who has been a cooking and Spanish teacher at The Elegant Child child care and preschool center for the past 17 years.

At this learning center located at 513 Strecker Road in Wildwood, she teaches all students how to bake while also giving them instructions and coaching in Spanish!

"The key to assisting children with learning how to bake is to provide ingredients and tools on an individual basis," Yvonne says. "They like to do things themselves, so make that as easy and fun as you can by having colorful bowls and different sizes of measuring spoons, especially for small fingers."

Each year at Elegant Child, she says they typically make pumpkin croissants and turkey cookies this time of year.

"It's important that children get hands-on experience in the kitchen, so they learn what everything is called," she says.

Yvonne says another long-term benefit of children learning how to handle themselves in kitchens is that they truly understand from where food comes.

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BUILD-YOUR-OWN TURKEY MUFFINS INGREDIENTS

Pumpkin muffins, already baked and cooled Green grapes Red apple Green apple Carrot slivers Squeezable black icing for turkey's eyes (optional) INSTRUCTIONS

1. From each apple, cut slices from the side. Set apple slices flat; with a knife square-off both ends and taper one end of "Knowing how food works, and how to create it from start to finish makes great life lessons," she says.

Another area campus at which children learn on-site from a fully equipped culinary center is the new Children's Learning Adventure,

each slice to mimic turkey tail feathers.

2. Cut a small, triangular-shaped beak from a thin slice of carrot. Make a slit in the end of a green grape. Insert carrot beak into grape.

15677 Manchester Road in Ellisville. Center director Kelly Nordman

3. Poke small ends of feathers side by side into one side of muf-

says all children attending the campus, ages 3 to 12 years, visit the

fin. Set head on muffin, resting it on the muffin paper to hold it

culinary room once a week.

up, or poke it with a toothpick to hold it on, if safe for age of child.

"Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year, and it's an opportunity to take traditional American recipes and teach kids about our history

4. Once all the pieces are assembled on the muffin, add tiny dot eyes with icing, if desired.

through active participation in creating these celebrated foods," says Christa Stewart, Children's Learning Adventure's culinary teacher, who serves as the chef with assistance from classroom teachers.

Kelly says there are several culinary educational benefits, such as the interactive classroom providing children with an environment to develop life skills and self-esteem, while reinforcing math, geography, science and reading skills.

"While cooking, our students read recipes, measure ingredients and learn about different cultures around the world," she adds.

This year's cooking curriculum revolves around making pumpkin pies, roasted vegetables and "cranberry fizz," Christa, who also builds in learning outcome questions with each adapted recipe, says.

Although ABC Chefs Cooking Academy at 227 Chesterfield Mall takes a break from cooking classes during November, owner Faronda Davis says kids 2 through 17 years can take cooking and baking classes in other months, starting again in December. Her daughter, Ayla, just appeared on the "Masterchef Junior" TV show.

ICE CREAM MASHED POTATOES INGREDIENTS

3 medium sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons dairy creamer 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 6 red potatoes 3 tablespoons milk 2 tablespoons sour cream Sea salt to taste 3 medium white potatoes 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt 1 teaspoon hot chocolate mix to add to white mashed potatoes to make "chocolate" ones • The idea is to create three colors/flavors of mashed potatoes and dip them out of the bowls with an ice cream or melon scooper to place side by side on a platter or dish, much like ice cream is presented in banana splits.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. For each potato variation, peel and cube potatoes. Boil in water, until tender, about 20 minutes.

2. Add creamer, maple syrup, brown sugar and vanilla to boiled sweet potatoes and mix for "orange ice cream." Add milk, sour cream and sea salt to red potatoes and mix. Add yogurt to white potatoes and mix. Remember when mashing for this type of potato presentation, a thicker scooping consistency is needed.

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SENIOR LIFE

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eople rarely outgrow a desire to be fashionable, so older life is the perfect time to perform a customized

lifestyle makeover, starting with makeup and clothing.

Hyper-trendy items that change with seasons may not seem appealing, but fashion is more than trends.

Go ahead and wear colors that evoke soothing, happy internal feelings; others will pick up on that energy. Find a good moisturizer, especially for face, neck, hands, elbows and feet. Try a new haircut. And set a goal to try one new activity each month.

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STAY AS ACTIVE AND HEALTHY AS YOU CAN

TACKLE A NEW HOBBY

Besides feeling better about yourself, National Institute on Aging

What's the one thing you wanted to pursue as a youth,

representatives recommend focusing on good health for specific

but never got the chance to do? At least try it, or find a

reasons, such as:

different way to be around it! Performing arts is an option

• Active lifestyles will help you stay independent by improving or maintaining your physical strength.

for ageless artists, and many troupes clamor for behindthe-scenes assistance.

• Exercise increases energy levels, keeps weight under control,

Swimming has become a popular choice for cardio workouts

puts you in touch with other people and can improve your social life.

with peers. Even for those who believe they have two left feet,

• You will be less prone to falling and breaking bones because exer-

dancing can be a wonderful option, now that the pressure is off

cise will improve your sense of balance.

• With a more active lifestyle, you have less risk of developing diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis.

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to be a perfect dancer.

Check out "laughter yoga" classes for refreshing twists of sessions designed to promote stretching, relaxation and self-triggered

• People who exercise are less susceptible to depression.

hilarity. Jodi Hart, a certified laughter yoga instructor, conducts such

• Exercising outdoors allows you to enjoy nature in all its glory.

self-healing classes at The Timbers of Eureka recreation center.

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Travel can be a hobby, whether one goes anywhere or not.

Online and armchair traveling is satisfying as well.

Gardening can be combined as a personal hobby with providing extra bounty to neighbors or a local food pantry.

DON'T FEAR JOINING NEW GROUPS

Are you interested in making new friends, hearing various speakers, going on day trips and playing bingo or cards?

For those 55 years and older, the Lafayette Older Adult Program (LOAP) is a diverse, regional group in which to become involved. LOAP is a cooperative program between six West St. Louis County municipalities: Chesterfield, Ballwin, Ellisville, Manchester, Wildwood and Winchester, in addition to Rockwood and Parkway School Districts.

Participants generally meet on the second and fourth Mondays of every month between September and May at the Ballwin Golf Course, 333 Holloway Road. Free coffee, soda and desserts are provided, with attendees bringing sack lunches.

LOAP group participants also go on some day trips, such as to The Hill or The Fabulous Fox Theatre.

Ladies, be bold and daring by joining a local chapter of the international Red Hat Society group, which has 50,000 members across 32 countries globally. Debra Granich, CEO of the society, says it's important not to isolate ourselves as we age, particularly as previous social networks dissipate, such as work teams and parent friend groups based on children's schools.

"We call ourselves fun connectors! We're like-minded women who consider our glasses half full," Debra says.

"You're never alone within the Red Hat Society because due to international members, we can have 24/7 online chats, games and friendships.

Today's aging process is new, people are living longer, and we benefit from sharing tips about what we're going through."

Debra says prior U.S. generations used to think age 50 was old, however, contemporary maturing people are much more vibrant and searching for positive experiences.

DATING

Of course, online dating services are available, including one called CatholicMatch, which has quite a few members from Chesterfield.

But for those looking for a more low-key way to meet others, consider the Senior Walking Club hosted by Chesterfield's Parks, Recreation & Arts Department staffers. They meet and walk trails, or head to the Chesterfield Mall during inclement or colder weather.

Chesterfield also hosts senior seminars with guest speakers covering relevant life topics, as well as a specific education series for maturing adults, such as about genealogy and identify theft. Inviting someone to attend can become a day date.

By joining new groups, staying active and starting a new hobby, you can find your own fountain of youth. November 2017 | Chesterfield Lifestyle

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NOVEMBER 5

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NOVEMBER 4

Building Bridges celebrates cultural traditions existing throughout St. Louis.

RECYCLES DAY

It's hosted at West County Assembly of God by iFACE Ministries, a Christian

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nonprofit organization. Festival includes performing arts from around the Citizens

world, food booths and culturally-oriented vendors offering samples and

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wares of their homelands, and a kid zone. For information, contact Kathyrn

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BDRMS

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2

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$315,000

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19

4

2

Conway Forest

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$325,000

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112

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6

3

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4

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97%

16

4

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$365,725

94%

257

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$390,000

95%

46

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100%

0

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3

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53

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96%

0

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3

Kehrs Mill Trails

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0

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NOVEMBER 23 TURKEY TROT CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER The 18th Annual Chesterfield Turkey Trot 5K or 1K Kids Fun Run, sponsored by St. Luke’s Hospital and Nesquik, starts at the Amphitheater. The 3.1-mile loop follows Chesterfield Parkway around Chesterfield Mall. Long-sleeved T-shirts available to the first 2,500 5K and first 250 1K Fun Run participants to register by November 3.

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NOVEMBER 30 ERIN BODE HOLIDAY CONCERT PURSER CENTER AT LOGAN UNIVERSITY Promise Christian Academy presents an evening of holiday songs and favorites by the Erin Bode Group at the Purser Center on the Logan University campus. Erin Bode is a St. Louis-based singer/composer at the intersection of jazz, folk and pop music. Tickets are $15 each.

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FASHION & ACCESSORIES

BESPOKE APPAREL (636) 707-1177 TheBespokeApparel.com

Orlis Boutique (636) 527-1121

HEALTH & WELLNESS Chesterfield Jazzercise Fitness Center (636) 552-9910 jazzercise.com

HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS The Scobis Company (636) 530-7545 scobiscompany.com

HOME DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

Encore Consignment Gallery (636) 220-9092 furniturehomedecor.com

HOME SERVICES Hyperion Glass (314) 920-9417 Hyperionglassco.com

Storage Masters (636) 323-3130 storagemasters.net

Missouri Baptist Medical Center (314) 996-5000 missouribaptist.org

MORTGAGE

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Boutique Realty (314) 266-2520 boutiquerealtystl.com

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Thanksgiving Traditions SOME OF CHESTERFIELD'S BEST THANKSGIVING MEMORIES ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

MARCIE BOYLE | TRAVEL LEADERS

“I love prepping the night before. I get things staged, and ready for our late lunch Thanksgiving meal," Marcie says. "Before I go to bed, I put stock ingredients in the Crock-Pot so it can cook all night. We wake up in the morning to the house already smelling like Thanksgiving."

KATHY PECHER | COLDWELL BANKER

"Growing up, at Thanksgiving, my family played cards," Kathy says. "My grandpa BROCK MEECE | UPPER LIMITS

taught us poker, and he'd have his bourbon.

"For as long as I can remember, I got up

Then we'd have a great dinner, sometime

early—at 7 or 8 o'clock–to help my dad cook

during late afternoon. Then, by about 8 p.m.,

the Thanksgiving turkey," Brock says. "The

my kid brothers would start eating again, and

neighbors would bring over their turkeys, too,

it had to be 'turkey stuffed with Fritos' sand-

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and we'd prepare them all together, before

wiches. They still eat those sandwiches the

"Since my husband and I moved to St. Louis,

spending the rest of the day with our families.

night of Thanksgiving!"

almost 30 years ago, we haven't lived near any

We used to deep-fry them, but now we've been

family, so Thanksgiving means several hours of

smoking them for about the last five years."

car travel to Nebraska," Kim says. "We visit family members in a couple different cities and enjoy multiple Thanksgiving meals. When we got a dog, she joined the trip. When our family expanded with two daughters, this became their Thanksgiving tradition as well. My husband passed away five years ago, but our Nebraska journey continues each and every Thanksgiving because it's family that makes the miles worthwhile."

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"Some of our fondest Thanksgivings have been spent in our PJs, surrounded by our

"For the past 10 years, my family looks for-

pets, and getting out Christmas lights and

ward to attending the Guns 'N Hoses event

decorations, so we can be ready to flip the

(a charity fundraiser during Thanksgiving

switch the next day," Erica says.

week for The BackStoppers, a nonprofit that supports families of fallen police, firefighters,

BETTY BRANDT | OLD HOUSE IN HOG HOLLOW

EMTs and first responders)," Kurtis says. "Our

"We have a wonderful family get-together,

company is one of the champion sponsors.

and I love to make a recipe called 'orange

It's an awesome event, and you get to see

cranberry surprise.' We also look forward to

people you only get to see once a year."

my mother-in-law's pumpkin pie made from scratch," Betty says.

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