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Lifestyle Letter

What's Your Style?

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hat's Your Style for Home, Decor, Festivals and Clothing?

September is a super time to rethink the styles we surround ourselves with, and whether we'd like to make any adjustments or outright changes to coincide with the changing season. So how do you express yourself in clothes, your home and decorations? No matter your style, this issue has some tips for everyone.

Photography by K Thaemert Photography. Make up and Hair by American Image Salon & Spa. Photos taken at Faust Park in Chesterfield.

Men, did you know you could get customized suits created just for you? Check out our feature about reallife, local haberdashers. Women, take a peek at what local boutique owners say the new fashion trends will be for this fall.

Thinking about making some changes to your residence? Our article about what to consider for home improvements and interior decor is sure to give you some ideas. It's like a mental walk through a house makeover.

Aren't you ready for fall festivals? We sure are, so we've assembled a thorough list of local and regional festivals, complete with their dates, details and websites.

When you're feeling like some comfort foods that autumn brings, take a look at the article we've compiled to guide you toward regional spots to get farm fresh food supplies...all while having extra fun along the way.

Whatever it is you choose to flaunt this season, may the contents of these pages inspire you to remain confident and try out some new trends.

Stay stylish, Chesterfield.

Maybe we'll see you on the runway or at the festivals.

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Renovate & Refine

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Our Town

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Food & Wine

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Trend Setter

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Realty Report

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Parting Thoughts

16 A Stylish Conversation

Concierge Clothiers Relish Being Men's Wardrobe Consultants

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Time for Kilts, Arts, Shopping, Music and Food

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Good Times

AR Workshop Opens

AR Workshop, a new paint and wine DIY studio bar opened at 135 Chesterfield Towne Center. AR Workshop offers classes, private parties and retail shopping. Owners Anna White and Sarah Jones say canvas wall hangings, custom pillows, wood-framed signs and Lazy Susans are favorite class projects. PHOTOS COURTESY OF AR WORKSHOP.

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During the summer, Chesterfield residents celebrated with  Parties Off the Parkway in Chesterfield's Central Park once a month on select Thursday evenings. Events consisted of food trucks, spirited beverages, yoga, live music, farmers markets and art for kids. Each month focused on a different experience. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE CITY OF CHESTERFIELD.

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Lighting

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

million five-story, 106,000-square-foot building adjoins it to St. Luke's Building A, which opened in 2008.

CHESTERFIELD VALLEY TO GET KATY TRAIL SCULPTURE A $15,000 grant from Missouri American Water was received by St. Louis ArtWorks to create and install a sculpture near Boone's Crossing at the Katy Trail in Chesterfield Valley. Through a summer apprenticeship program called BloomWorks, teaching artists from St. Louis ArtWorks are training teens to create the sculpture, which will depict the Missouri River Watershed. Other partners in this project are Great Rivers Greenway and Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge.

BEYOND SELF STORAGE GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND West St. Louis County residents have a new storage com-

MIDWEST REGIONAL BANK OPENS LOCALLY Midwest Regional Bank recently opened a Chesterfield location at

pany dedicated to state-of-theart amenities, including drive-thru loading,

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percent

climate

17290 N. Outer 40 Road. Like MWR Bank’s other branches, this location

control and advanced security

has commercial and retail bankers and offers customers complimentary

systems. Beyond Self Storage

coffee and fresh-baked cookies in its Wi-Fi cafe. Midwest Regional Bank

opened across from Chesterfield

has operated since 1894 and has assets of $500 million-plus.

Commons and off I-64 at the

PLAY YOUR ART OUT AT SLTRC STUDIO

Boone's Crossing exit.

A variety of unit sizes is available

The First Friday Kids Club at the

to meet various household or com-

St. Louis Teachers’ Recycle Center

mercial storage needs. Beyond Self

studio within the Chesterfield Mall

Storage has an on-site professional management staff as well.

is available for free from 9 a.m. to noon the first Fridays of each month. Studio managers partner

CHESTERFIELD PR FIRM GETS TOP DESIGNATION

with Whole Foods Market on

Solomon/Turner Inc., a multimedia St. Louis public relations firm

these select Fridays. To partici-

located in Chesterfield, was named one of the top public relations

pate, stop by one of two Whole Foods Market locations—Town &

firms in St. Louis for 2017 by St. Louis Small Business Monthly. This is

Country at 1160 Town and Country Crossing Drive or Central West

the ninth consecutive year Solomon/Turner received this recognition.

End at 4577 W. Pine Blvd.—to pick up a complimentary play pass.

Take the pass to the Chesterfield Studio on these dates: September 1, October 6, November 3 and December 1. Friday dates for 2018 are January 5, February 2, March 2 and April 6.

Children must be at least 3 years old to use this pass, and studio managers say the oldest person to play there so far has been 103 years old.

ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL HONORS DESLOGE FAMILY

NEW BIKE STOP CAFÉ SERVES UP COFFEE, EATS, RENTAL BIKES Cycling enthusiasts and hungry visitors now have a new spot at which to eat near the Great Rivers Greenway's Chesterfield Monarch Levee trail. Bike Stop Café owners, the husband-and-wife team of Tony Caruso and Jodi Devonshire, opened their second location at

The new outpatient services building

Taubman Prestige Outlets. Their

on the west campus of St. Luke’s Hospital

other eatery is in St. Charles. Now,

was named the Mr. and Mrs. Theodore P.

the couple's two food locations are

Desloge Jr. Outpatient Center Building B

connected by 18 miles of bike trails.

in appreciation and recognition of the cou-

Bike Stop Café's menu items

ple’s lead gift to the hospital’s Advancing

include quiches, bread, vegan

Excellence with Exceptional Care Campaign. Construction of the $40

muffins and specialties, such as

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the Lewis & Clark wrap with feta, organic field greens, tomato, olives, red onion and pesto. Devonshire's "famous recipe" healthy peanut butter balls also are available, and breakfast is served all day.

CHESTERFIELD MALL TO HOST VINTAGE DAYS Save the dates of October 20-22 for Vintage Market Days on the Chesterfield Mall parking lot, 291 Chesterfield Mall Drive. Participants can shop for vintage-inspired jewelry, clothing, heirlooms and repurposed items. Food trucks and live music are planned. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Adults are $5 each. Children 12 and under may attend the market for free.

SEE YOU AT TASTE OF ST. LOUIS SEPTEMBER 15-17 This year’s Taste of St. Louis has exciting, new additions, along with crowd favorites: masterful battles on the Culinary Stage, interactive vendor exhibits, giveaways and the Kids’ Kitchen. One new offering is a pay-to-play fun zone for all ages.

The Music Stage, with its new location directly across from Restaurant Row, will be a primary festival focus this year. All shows will be free to attend.

As always, the Taste offers an impressive and eclectic mix of restaurants, hailing from The Hill to South City to Chesterfield

For the first time in 13 years, event producers have an all-St. Louis

to Clayton with delectables from Cork & Barrel Chop House, Ices

music lineup with performances from Dirty Muggs, Grovethang,

Plain & Fancy, Sugarfire Smokehouse, Mission Taco Joint, Prasino,

Jeremiah Johnson Band, Marsha Evans and The Mighty Pines.

Aya Sofia Restaurant and Rock & Brews.

“I couldn't be happier about the musical talent we're bringing to this year's event," event producer Mike Kociela says. “We have incredible musicians that cover all genres from rock, blues and jazz to pop, reggae, bluegrass and funk!”

How about a trendy, high-end, handcrafted cocktail with your favorite bites? Favorite beers and fine wines also will be available.

Another new event is Vintage Market Days offering "The Village,” with one-of-a-kind art, creations, clothing and jewelry.

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Renovate & Refine

Home Sweet Fashionista TIPS FOR RENOVATING AND REFINING DURING AUTUMN ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY JULIE BROWN PATTON

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ne of the most straight-forward places to start with home makeovers during autumn is the front door.

"Homeowners really are unlimited in the statements they can make through the

appearances of doors. But the majority of people have never bought doors before, so the task can seem daunting," says Mike Rachocki, owner of The Scobis Company, a Chesterfield-based custom wood doors and door hardware company at 137 Chesterfield Industrial Blvd. Scobis teams have been handcrafting doors since 2001.

"We can help with door selections as much as customers would like, and can provide inspiration from different sources," he reassures.

“Ask yourself what the true goal is—if you want to go lighter or warmer, for example— and definitely ask what bothers you most.”

They also offer appliances, tiles, backsplashes, wood floors, lighting designs and closet systems.

Mike says one of the most common factors homeowners are trying to

"A simple way to freshen a kitchen is to change knobs or pulls on the

get away from is builder-grade doors, which were bought in mass quantity

cabinets. Or to replace an outdated backsplash, or add a backsplash if you

and make houses within a subdivision look the same on first impressions.

don't have one," Thompson Price designer T.J. Price says. "It's also surpris-

"We also can aid in door designs to fit the style of homes, as well as the personal tastes of the homeowners," he says.

After stepping into a home through a new front door, the next logical step is to reconsider the persona radiated by its interior. Is it an environment that pleases, comforts or inspires?

ing how quickly under-cabinet lighting can bring new life to a kitchen."

He says another fast way to make over kitchens and bathrooms is to upgrade appliances or shower doors.

A local resource for updating entertaining-related home decor is Amini's at 17377 Chesterfield Airport Road. The business is the largest

Many people like to focus makeovers on the rooms in which they

U.S. retailer of game room furniture, Persian area rugs, outdoor patio

spend the most time: kitchens and bathrooms. Home remodeling

furniture, theater seating, barstools and Jaffe Lighting. They also have

company Thompson Price follows a 4P process to assist homeown-

pool tables, bars, dining furniture, pool accessories, arcade games,

ers with identifying the right plans, products, prices and projects. As

leather goods, massage chairs and jukeboxes.

remodel coaches with a showroom at 12101-B Manchester Road, the Thompson Price team offers complimentary consultations.

Amini's interior designer and merchandiser Beth Rzonca says a good place to start with freshening home interiors is deciding what

The company's construction crew can assist with replacing coun-

pieces to keep, then building new accessories around those items

tertops, cabinets and shower doors, remodeling indoor and outdoor

to match, such as changing the color of pillows or rugs to give a

kitchens, bathrooms, basements and home entertainment areas.

whole new feel to rooms.

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"Ask yourself what the true goal is—if you want to go lighter or warmer, for example—and definitely ask what bothers you most," she says.

Beth says the industrial look is a strong trend, and that many people are seeking cleaner lines and less layering or clutter in rooms.

"Redoing a room also can be as simple as switching out the lighting or replacing a table with a different finish," she says.

To make space or to exchange items in preparation of upcoming holidays, Encore Consignment Gallery at 287 Lamp & Lantern Village offers a 10,000-square-foot showroom of ever-changing, gently used furniture and home decor items. The shop includes bar stools, living room furniture, dining chairs, dining tables, bedroom furniture, bunk beds, outdoor furniture, entertainment centers, coffee tables, rugs, florals, accessories and wall decor.

Encore co-owner Barb Lampe says if only one or two "star" items can be the target of a quick facelift for pizzazz during autumn, she would recommend considering lamps, artwork, candlesticks or a cozy piece that adds a pop of jewel-toned or warm colors of the season.

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A STYLISH conversation Concierge Clothiers Relish Being Men's Wardrobe Consultants ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

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tyle is not the same as fashion. Indeed, style is more important at Bespoke Apparel, where two generations of haberdashers

are eager to assist men with custom clothing designed to make individual personas come alive. At Bespoke Apparel, stylish menswear reflects quality clothing items that are timeless and unique, not as fleeting as fashion wear tends to be, due to changing trends.

"We consider our designs fashion-forward, but more importantly we find ways to accentuate each customer's individuality," says Bespoke partner and stylist Dani Corbitt, who works with her father, David Corbitt, at the tailor shop located at 169 Lamp & Lantern Village.

"It's safe for men to choose navy blue suits and white shirts, but we help them become more adventurous in creating their wardrobe. Ninety percent of the time, they are really grateful we expanded their comfort zone," Dani says with a grin. "Men often realize they are in a box and can stay in it, or step outside it. We help them build an inventory for getting to choose when they will do whichever style. It's all about an image."

She says she and her father developed and perfected a process for coaching men through new custom clothing choices.

"Guys don't feel like they are shopping with us because we first build rapport," she says. "We talk a lot about what type of job they have, where they are heading with their career if they have clients, what type of people they typically deal with and what items may be missing in their existing attire."

Most men want someone they trust to guide them through options, she adds.

"In certain industries, it's really helpful to send specific messages with clothes," she says.

David founded Bespoke Apparel in 1989 in Atlanta with the underlying principle that the correct type of wardrobes can make

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"We like to think of it as giving each client the Cary Grant fitting frame."

She says they also can bridge professional and personal wardrobes for clients, as well as give tips on how to preserve items.

"We have men who get tired of or outgrow their suits before they actually wear out."

Regarding this year's fall fashion trends for men, Dani says woven looks will be popular.

"Wool ties, silk that looks like wool. In St. Louis, we have a men's fashion flavor all our own. It's a bit traditional, often subdued, but elegant."

Other trends for this year, she

predicts,

are

pocket

squares, no neckties and shirts with awesome trims.

While

funky

colors

and

tighter men's clothes are hitting other select U.S. markets, Dani says men in Chesterfield and the St. Louis region keep it clean and crisp.

"We call it celebrating the window panes, such as combining navy with loud colors people money if they specialize and maintain clothing

Fabric for these custom suits is sourced from the finest

like lime," she says. "Here

properly. His theological degree and previous pro-

European or Italian mills, and each garment is created by

locally, men may combine col-

fession as a financial advisor prompted him to have

master tailors from around the world. Primarily, Bespoke

ors but opt for gray shirts with

conversations with men of different backgrounds,

Apparel works with a tailor shop based in Nashville,

blue panes that don't scream

all of whom faced challenges with having the time

Tennessee, and a shirt company in Newark, New Jersey.

at you."

and inclination to plan their wardrobes. He moved

"We can source if someone wants items from a

the company to St. Louis in 2004, and eventually

particular country, and we have clients who prefer

semi-retired by 2008. However, when Dani, who had

to have all American-made clothing, so it's not an

grown up in the biz helping her dad match ties and

issue either way," Dani says. "Everyone likes to have

shirts, realized she wanted to continue the shop, she

their design patterns structured a little differently.

convinced him to restart it about five years ago; the

Our mission is to identify who does the best work,

daughter-father duo has been going strong since.

given our clients' specifications."

Dani, who secured a bachelor's degree in polit-

Custom suits can cost $800 to $1,200. Bespoke

ical science, says she realized she appreciated the

Apparel's services include taking new suits to men's

way her father did business and that she wanted

offices for fittings or deliveries.

to be a clothier doing it his way. She has enjoyed

Dani claims no matter the build of each man, it's

mapping out a customer service process that moves

vital to give each one "a good silhouette." She says

through the following steps: wardrobe consultation,

they can incorporate fashionable trends, such as

measurements, securing the selected garment and

pleats and wide legs in trousers, but they will attempt

conducting a fitting.

to balance the look with timeless styles.

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FALL FESTIVALS TIME FOR KILTS, ARTS, SHOPPING, MUSIC AND FOOD ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

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Courtesy of St. Louis Scottish Games

CHESTERFIELD-BASED FESTIVALS

• Faust Historic Village gets back to

• The Village is an eclectic, artistic market-

its roots for an old-fashioned folk festival

place offered for the first time within Taste of

held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. September

Saint Louis, which will be hosted September

16 and 17. The 19th-century homes will

15-17 at the Chesterfield Amphitheater. Patrons

buzz with period-dressed staff and

can purchase one-of-a-kind treasures, such

traditional crafts, such as blacksmith-

as handmade creations, jewelry and made-

ing, basket weaving, pottery firing and

in-the-USA

Hakanson,

historical arts, which can be purchased.

manager of The Village, is a Chesterfield

Food vendors will be present, and chil-

resident and owner of Vintage Market Days

dren's activities are available, such as

of St. Louis. She says The Village celebrates a

rope making and historical games. Hay

vibrant, dynamic "finder/creator" culture. "The

wagons carry visitors around parking

uniquely crafted goods are treasures picked

lots from the main entrance. Tickets are

along the back roads of America, and this

only available at the gate: $5 per adult,

event reflects a stylish, exclusive marketplace

$2 per child ages 4-12 and children

of all things old, new and reimagined!" she

under 4 are free.

clothing.

Chanda

all is an especially wonderful time to take

explains. Dates and times: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Gather your clan and head to the 2017

in festivals. This month dangles choices of

September 15; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. September

Scottish Games at Chesterfield's Spirit

interesting events, all of which spark magic into

16; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. September 17. This bazaar

Airpark West Drive September 29-30.

the transition of a new season.

replaces the former Artwalk portion of the

All activities are next to the Spirit of St.

overall Taste events held previously.

Louis Airport, featuring Scottish-heavy

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athletics, bagpipes, Celtic rock and folk music, food,

MOSAICS MISSOURI FESTIVAL FOR THE ARTS:

drink, crafts, goods, highland dancing, kids activities,

September 15-17, Historic St. Charles North Main

sheepdog trials, birds of prey demonstrations and

Street. Free, family friendly community arts education

sword fighting. There also are Scotch tastings as

event. Live entertainment. StCharlesMosaics.org

well as bagpipe and drum competitions. "The St. Louis Scottish Games feature more bagpipers that

KIRKWOOD GREENTREE FESTIVAL: September 15-17,

you can shake a claymore at, smashing Celtic music,

Kirkwood. Parade, farmers market, entertain-

great Scottish and American food, swords, lots of

ment, tennis tournament, dog show, booths, food.

lads in kilts and much more,” says Mark Sutherland,

KirkwoodMO.org

a native Scot who is Her Majesty's Honorary Consul Weekends

of the United Kingdom for Missouri and board mem-

ST.

ber of these Scottish Games. "If you’re Scottish, of

September 16 through October 15, Wentzville.

Scottish descent or just fascinated by Scotland, the

Live jousting, free daily activities, games, enter-

Games have something for you." Gates open 4 p.m.

tainers, music, shopping, contests, food, alcohol.

to 10:30 p.m. on September 29 and from 8:30 a.m. to

STLRenFest.com

LOUIS

RENAISSANCE

FAIRE:

6 pm. on September 30.

SAINT CHARLES OKTOBERFEST: September 22-24,

NEARBY FESTIVALS

St. Charles Frontier Park. German heritage celebra-

BIG MUDDY BLUES FESTIVAL: September 1-3, St.

tion, meat eating contest, bier auswahl (beer selection

Louis Laclede's Landing. 50-plus bands, three

of 30-plus brands), antique car show, runs, music, kid

indoor clubs and two events at National Blues

zone, merchandise. SaintCharlesOktoberfest.com

Museum. BigMuddyBluesFestival.com

Courtesy of Vintage Market Days of St. Louis

STRANGE FOLK ART FESTIVAL: September 22-24, St. FESTIVAL:

Louis Lafayette Park. Shop among 200 indie makers,

September 1-3, St. Louis Missouri Botanical

designers and artists. Featuring 12 local bands. The

Garden. Art, dance, food, taiko drums, culture.

Hunt for Craft October, Glampgrounds, beer brews

MissouriBotanicalGarden.org

on tap, Wheneverland! StrangeFolkFestival.com

SAINT LOUIS ART FAIR: September 8-10, Clayton

GREATER

central business district. Visual and performing

September 22-24, St. Louis Soulard Park. Live

arts. St. Louis and U.S. artists selected by a panel

Latino music, folklore dancers, authentic food,

of judges to sell original works. Children’s “Creative

margaritas, beer, Hispanic crafts, petting zoo.

Castle." Culinary Arts Row. CulturalFestivals.com

HispanicFestivalSTL.com

MISSOURI

BOTANICAL

JAPANESE

SAINT

LOUIS

HISPANIC

FESTIVAL:

Courtesy of St. Louis Scottish Games

BRASIL DAY STL: September 9, St Louis. Brazilian

Street Festival with food, performing arts, music, cultural experiences. BrasilDaySTL.com EUREKA DAYS: September 8-10, Eureka. Parade, carni-

val rides, performances, crafts, run/walk, "kid's korner," food, beer garden, music, fireworks. EurekaDays.com LOU FEST: September 9-10, St. Louis Forest Park. Music

festival, nosh pit, LouKidz, art market. LouFest.com

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CELEBRATE SAINT PETERS COMMUNITY FESTIVAL:

September 15-16, St. Peters Lakeside Park. Free entertainment, food, games, rides, fireworks. StPetersMO.net GREAT

FOREST

PARK

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RACE:

September 15-16, St. Louis Art Hill. Oldest, most well-attended free hot air balloon event in the world.

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Food & Wine

I

n any previous year, a Chesterfield-associated article

Photo courtesy of Stuckmeyer's Farm Market and Greenhouse

Photo courtesy of Rombach Farm and Pumpkin Patch

Farm Fresh FALL INTO FAMILIAR FOODS ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

about farm fresh items obviously would have high-

lighted the city's iconic Rombach Farm and Pumpkin Patch. Alas, this summer, Rombach family members closed their operations indefinitely. For decades, the

Photo courtesy of Fresh Thyme Farmers Market

business at 18639 Olive Street Road offered produce, hayrides, children's activities, a country store and lots of photo ops. Through teary eyes, many Chesterfield families will be searching for new pumpkin destinations, ushering in new traditions this year.

For starters, farm items are as close as local Dierbergs grocery stores, which carry fresh produce, such as the herbs, vegetables and mushrooms grown by Utterback Farms in Middletown, Mo. For tomatoes, corn, peaches and watermelons, Dierbergs also partners with local farmers, such as Bader Farms, Meyer Family Farm, Ochs Melon Co. and Relleke Farm.

Local Schnucks store managers celebrate selling locally grown items from farms and orchards in seven states.

Photo courtesy of Rombach Farm and Pumpkin Patch

When specifically in the mood for fresh Italian foods, follow the aroma of fresh spices into Viviano's in Chesterfield.

The grocery store carries cheeses, olive oils, vinegars, imported prosciutto, artisan-cured meat products, frozen stuffed pastas, house-made lasagna and tiramisu, and

Photo by Julie Brown Patton

refrigerated, pre-cut dishes. They also have baked goods, such as pizzelle, biscotti, amaretti and sfogliatine.

Some West St. Louis County residents like to pick out fresh produce at nearby farmers markets in Ellisville, Wildwood, Eureka, Kirkwood and St. Charles.

One everyday option is produce-centric Fresh Thyme Farmers Market at 13957 Manchester Road, which offers Midwestern-grown products. A second year-round, fresh food source is The Fruit Stand at 14433 Manchester Road, a family-owned store with seasonal goods, local vegetables, garden herbs and preserves from small vendors.

Fresh meats in Chesterfield can be secured at The Smokehouse Market in the Valley, along with housemade soups, salads, pickles, olives and desserts.

Get homegrown produce at Stuckmeyer's Farm Market and Greenhouse, a fourth-generation family-owned vegetable farm located between Fenton and Arnold at the intersection of Highway 141 and Highway 21. During the season, they sell green onions, lettuce, tomatoes, broccoli, zucchini, yellow squash, peppers, cucumbers, blackberries, beets, green beans, sweet corn, peaches, watermelon and cantaloupe.

In addition to fresh produce, the Stuckmeyer team opens their pumpkin patch and Fort Spooky September 30 through October 31. They host Halloween "Farm Fun Days" on weekends during October and offer for purchase

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pumpkins, apples, fresh fruits, vegetables, gourds, corn stalks, Indian corn, straw, garden mums, kettle corn, hot dogs and caramel apples. An inflatable slide, hayrides and pony rides also will be available.

On September 30, a Budweiser Clydesdale will be in the pumpkin patch from 11 a.m. to noon. This will be the third year for this special event, which includes taking pictures with the beloved horse.

Additionally, Stuckmeyer's hosts their 20th Annual Antique Tractor Show on October 1.

People head to Thies Farm and Greenhouses in St. Charles for strawberry picking and for the autumn Pumpkinland, where kids can enjoy fall activities, farm animals, mazes, hayrides, face painting, pumpkin decorating, pony rides and a corn cannon. Fall produce for sale includes squash, pumpkins, eggplants, spinach, lettuces, broccoli and fruits, such as cantaloupes and apples.

Driven by weather, Wind Ridge Farm in New Melle some years still has "u-pick" peaches through Labor Day. During summers, they offer blueberries and blackberries.

Lakeview Farms in St. Peters offers "u-pick" strawberries and raspberries during summers, and sells decorative gourds during September through October.

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Two Illinois-based farms that prompt many to make an annual pilgrimage to them include Mills Apple Farm in Marine, where the orchards offer apples and peaches, along with pumpkins, and Eckert's Country Store & Farm in Belleville. Eckert's owners claim it is the largest family-owned, pick-your-own orchard in the U.S. It started as a simple roadside stand in 1910 and now is operated by the sixth and seventh generations of the Eckert family.

Photo courtesy of Fresh Thyme Farmers Market

Photo courtesy of Stuckmeyer's Farm Market and Greenhouse

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Trend Setter

Fall Fashion Picks WHAT WILL BE YOUR TRUSTED 'GO-TO' ITEMS? ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

V

elvet blazers are now a "hot," fall fashion

Lantern Village carries exclusive, unique and

clothing item. Sparkly boots are in style.

fun styles from top designers in New York,

Chocolate brown is the new winter neutral.

Chicago and Los Angeles.

She says embroidery also is prevalent on tops, pants, jackets and handbags.

Accessories, such as handbags, are much

And, Elle magazine asserts that fall 2017's top

Boutique owner Orli Axelbaum shares that

more "ladylike," Orli reveals, in that they are

runway trends are "Americana vibes, a pow-

trending fall styles include very feminine fea-

small, with dainty details and clasps, and

erful way to wear red, and vintage-inspired

tures, with frills and flounces really the rage.

outer pockets with contrasting colors.

everything." So, what do local women's cloth-

"It's flowers, flowers everywhere," she

She says jewelry trends include chokers,

ing boutique owners also suggest for this fall?

says. "Florals are so in: floral prints, floral

and that yellow gold is making a big comeback.

Always about classy women's fashion-for-

embroidery and floral patchwork, which is an

ward clothing, Orli's Boutique at 161 Lamp & 26

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easy way to combine prints."

Orli predicts it's a season of "Denim 2.0" with the 1970s flow: All forms of

denim, including long skirts, denim shirts and that ever-present

and cured from the Indian deserts and jungles. The wedges are

denim jacket.

then hand-stitched and screen-printed to tell unique stories with

"But at Orli's Boutique, it's not just about fashion trends. It's about

adventurous flairs.

you. We make it easy for you to adapt the newest colors, textures

Another popular fall item at Final Touch, says store associate

and styles to your unique shape, coloring and, most important, your

Robin Max, are the natural skin handbags from the Canoe product

lifestyle. We can help you make choices to include current trends,

line, which are handcrafted in Georgia. She adds these bags come

using a few new pieces every season, including tops, jackets and

in cow, horse and goat hides. Each bag has its unique look, person-

accessories," she says. "We help you adapt new looks to your person-

ality, natural blemishes and sometimes a brand of the associated

ality so you can feel confident."

ranch on the hide.

Orli says with busy lifestyles, customers often tell her boutique team they want trendy, comfortable clothes.

Nearly 25 clothing and accessories collections can be accessed via Rachel's Grove at 129 Chesterfield Towne Center, which is a shop

"This is our specialty, easy-to-wear items that help you feel dressed

focused on assisting women with self-expression through designer

without having to put much time and energy into standing at your

options. Every designer fashion at Rachel’s Grove is hand-selected

closet each day, trying to figure out for 20 minutes what you are going

by co-owner Rachel Forst.

to wear," she says.

Rachel says interesting sleeves and lace will be "the look" this autumn.

Among the apparel and shoes offered by Final Touch at 128

"It's all about double bell sleeves, ruffles or cut-out sweaters and

Chesterfield Towne Centre are vendors Catherine Lillywhites, Reckless-

lace as a part of three-quarter sleeves, or lace being used as an over-

Angel, Cobblestone, Matisse, Mud Pie and Naughty Monkey.

lay on bodices or other clothing," she says.

Owner Sue Wickenhauser recently got back from shopping the Dallas market and introduced locally a brand of "upcycled" hand-

Regarding jewelry, Rachel says the trend is to wear all metals beyond gold and silver.

bags and crossbody purses made by the Mona B brand. This new line is eco-friendly and fashionably chic. Each recycled canvas

She's also offering products from St. Louis shoe designer Claire Flowers, who has created "cute, slip-on loafers."

bag in the Mona B Collection is an exclusive, one-of-a-kind cre-

Guess what other looks the fashion world indicates are making

ation, made with carefully selected wedges of recycled and dura-

comebacks this fall? Retro hats, wide belts, leisure suits, broad shoul-

ble truck tarps and military tents that are sun-baked, weathered

ders and 1970s plaids!

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September SEPTEMBER 1 RIVER WALK CLUB CHESTERFIELD FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER Last day to enjoy a walk in the lazy river

SEPTEMBER 1

at the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center.

AARON LEWIS "THE SINNER TOUR"

Walk with the current or against it to cus-

CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER

tomize your workout. Participants must be

Known for gritty lyrics and hard rock anthems, Aaron Lewis is

age 16 or older. To purchase a punch card

back to country music roots. He's previewing his new album,

for the River Walk Club, go to Chesterfield City Hall. For more in-

"SINNER." “I’d like to think SINNER is a newer take on classic,

formation, call 636.812.9500. Chesterfield.MO.us

traditional Outlaw Country—Waylon and Merle and Willie and

SEPTEMBER 1 ART EXHIBIT AT CITY HALL

Hank Jr. and Johnny Cash and all that stuff,” he says. Tickets available at Ticketfly.com. ChesterfieldAmphitheater.com

CITY HALL

SEPTEMBER 5

City of Chesterfield staffers are hosting an art exhibit at City Hall

13TH ANNUAL K9 SPLASH

through September 29. The exhibit is displayed in the lobby from

CHESTERFIELD FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER

8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Dogs can have a final summer swim at Chesterfield Family Aquatic

It features two-dimensional artwork, including mixed media and

Center. $7/dog $3/person, free for children under 2. Hosted by Ches-

paintings from established regional artists Jane Flanders, John

terfield’s Parks, Recreation & Arts Department. Each family may bring

Palozzo, Nicole Cooper and Kitty Mollman. Chesterfield.MO.us

CONTINUED >

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Realty Report

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NEIGHBORHOOD

LIST PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Meadowbrook Farm

$265,000

$265,000

100%

3

4

2

Baxter Lakes

$285,000

$282,000

99%

6

3

2

Chesterfield Valley

$359,000

$340,000

95%

24

4

2.1

Woodfield

$379,900

$366,000

96%

26

2

2

Greenfield Village

$389,000

$375,000

96%

5

4

2.1

Greenfield Village

$395,000

$398,000

101%

3

3

2.1

Villas at Chesterfield Bluffs

$429,900

$410,000

95%

7

4

3.1

Ladue Trails

$437,500

$427,000

98%

5

5

2.2

Westfield Farm

$429,000

$429,000

100%

6

4

3.1

Clarkson Woods

$445,000

$445,000

100%

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4

2.1

Villages at Baxter Ridge

$479,900

$471,000

98%

3

4

2.2

Nooning Tree

$549,000

$530,000

97%

66

4

4.1

Estates at Baxter Lane

$559,000

$559,000

100%

2

6

4.1

Knolls at Stonehill

$650,000

$615,000

95%

78

3

3.1

Brook Hill Estates

$649,900

$630,000

97%

27

4

3.2

Twin Estates at Meadowbrook

$690,000

$670,000

97%

12

5

4.1

Brook Hill Estates

$780,000

$780,000

100%

0

5

4.2

Greystone

$985,000

$944,000

96%

51

4

3.2

$1,499,000

$1,400,000

93%

60

6

5.1

Tara Estates

This is a sampling of sold properties from 7-1-2017 through 7-31-2017. Source; MLS System

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“Although it may be unused, the front door continues to appeal to our sense of arrival.”

(CON TI N UED)

two dogs. No puppies under four months will be permitted. All dogs must have a copy of the most recent record of vaccinations. No preregistration required. Chesterfield.MO.us

SEPTEMBER 8 2 FLICKS & CHILL CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER 2 Flicks + Chill movie night at Chesterfield Amphitheater features two films: "Old School" and "The Lost Boys." Both are free to attend. "Old School" is about three friends who attempt to recapture their glory days by opening a fraternity near their alma mater.

"The Lost Boys" is about two brothers who discover their new town is a haven for vampires. ChesterfieldAmphitheater.com

SEPTEMBER 11 LAFAYETTE OLDER ADULT PROGRAM (LOAP) MEETING BALLWIN GOLF COURSE LOAP is a partnership program between Chesterfield, Ballwin, Wildwood, Ellisville, Manchester, Winchester and the Parkway and Rockwood School Districts. Fee is $2 per meeting to be paid at the meeting. Coffee, soda and desserts are provided. Bring sack lunch. Event includes entertainment, bingo and card games. Chesterfield.MO.us

SEPTEMBER 23 & 24 PEDAL THE CAUSE AT CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER CHESTERFIELD AMPHITHEATER This two-day fundraising bike challenge

Custom Wood Doors & Door Hardware 137 Chesterfield Industrial Blvd, Chesterfield, MO 63005

(636) 530-7545 www.scobiscompany.com

is for riders of all ages and abilities. One hundred percent of the proceeds stay in St. Louis to fund cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Activities on both Saturday and Sunday. Register at PedalTheCause.org

SEPTEMBER 29 FOOD TRUCK FEASTS CHESTERFIELD CITY HALL Just pull up to the circle drive at Chesterfield City Hall, and order lunch from one of these vendors: Steak Louie, Que Sazon, Global Quesadilla or The Sweet Divine.

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Orli's Boutique At Orli's Boutique, our experienced consultants will help you express your personality & grace with our trendy, yet classic clothes & accessories.

Fabulous looks at affordable prices.

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business directory COMMUNITY EVENTS HOME BUILDERS & ORGANIZATIONS & REMODELERS Taste of St.Louis (314) 614-5653

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION

BounceU - Chesterfield, MO. (636) 532-5867 bounceu.com/chesterfield-mo/

Fabulous Fox Theatre (314) 657-5012 fabulousfox.com

Upper Limits - Chesterfield (636) 735-3270 upperlimits.com/chesterfield/

FASHION & ACCESSORIES BESPOKE APPAREL (636) 707-1177 thebespokeapparel.com

Orlis Boutique (314) 724-1134

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

Aphrodite Granite & Marble Inc. (314) 278-0074 aphroditegranite.com

The Scobis Company (636) 537-2494 scobiscompany.com

HOME DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

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

HOME SERVICES

Complete Roofing and Exterior (314) 833-7955 completeab.com

Hyperion Glass (314) 920-9417 Hyperionglassco.com

Storage Masters (636) 536-7867 storagemasters.net

LUXURY AUTOMOTIVE St Louis Motorcars (636) 449-0000 stlmotorcars.com

MEDICAL CLINICS & FACILITIES Ernstrom Spinal Rehab (208) 520-7109 imyourchiro.com

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

St Luke's Hospital (314) 434-1500 stlukes-stl.com

MORTGAGE

The Strick Group Powerd

by Gershman Mortgage (314) 374-0770 thestrickgroup.com

REAL ESTATE

Coldwell Banker Gundaker (636) 394-9300 cbgundakerhomes.com

Experience Realty Partners (314) 276-7653 kathyhelbiggroup.com

Lottmann Realty Group (636) 812-4414 mystlrealtor.com

RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE Rock & Brews (636) 536-2739 rockandbrews.com/St.louis

SALONS & SPAS

Bello Nails & Spa (636) 686-5356 facebook.com/BelloNailsandSpa/

SPECIALTY SHOPS Mary Tuttle's (636) 728-0480 Marytuttles.com

Novak Jewelers (636) 227-7225 novakjewelers.com

Old House in Hog Hollow (314) 469-1019 oldhouseinhoghollow.com

TRAVEL & LEISURE Travel Leaders (636) 778-1081 travelleaders.com/stlouismo

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• 12 pm – 4 pm Sunday

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Parting Thoughts

HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY HELPING PATIENTS WITH COMPLICATIONS FROM RADIATION TREATMENTS AND DIABETES ARTICLE JANE KELLY, BS, RRT, CHT

I

ncreasing numbers of patients are surviving cancer thanks in part

• Maximizing oxygen delivery where there is minimal or insuffi-

to sophisticated and targeted radiation treatments. And although

ciently corrected blood flow, HBOT has been shown to be an effec-

their cancer has been successfully treated, some patients experience adverse effects from radiation even years down the line.

Many cancer patients are turning to hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to help them recover from their radiation treatments. During HOBT therapy, patients breathe 100 percent oxygen under atmospheric pressure up to three times higher than normal, which sig-

tive treatment for problem, lower extremity wounds.

• Studies have shown that diabetic patients who receive HBOT treatment can lower their rate of operative interventions and lower extremity amputations.

In addition, HBOT has been approved for treatment of other conditions including:

nificantly boosts the amount of oxygen in the bloodstream. The

• Preservation of skin grafts/flaps in compromised tissues

oxygen-rich blood aids damaged tissue, stimulating the release of

• Select acute arterial insufficiency wounds

chemicals that promote healing.

• Refractory osteomyelitis (bone infection)

The benefits of HBOT therapy for cancer patients is growing, and it can successfully treat the following conditions due to the late effect of radiation:

• Carbon monoxide poisoning • Decompression sickness

• Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) of the head and neck

• Gas gangrene

• ORN prevention with HBOT pre- and post-dental extraction

• Necrotizing fasciitis (destruction of the body's soft tissue)

• Esophagitis/tracheitis

• Acute traumatic ischemias (crush and compartment syndrome,

• Cystitis

blast injuries)

• Proctitis/colitis

• Arterial gas embolism

• Radiation-induced brain injury

• Actinomycosis (bacterial disease)

• Skin and soft tissue damage • Radiation-induced skin ulcerations • Nonhealing surgical wounds in a previous radiation field

The Wound Care Center and Hyperbaric Medicine at St. Luke’s Hospital

Other patients can benefit from HBOT therapy including those

pioneered the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the greater St. Louis

with diabetes. Diabetic and lower extremity ulcers and amputations

area. St. Luke's continues their promise of excellence today, providing ser-

are an increasing problem for those with diabetes. Fortunately, HBOT

vices in their new facility located in St. Luke’s Outpatient Center, Building

therapy can treat a wide range of complications caused by diabe-

B across from the main hospital. Consultation is available by appointment

tes. Benefits include:

from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday by calling 314.205.6818.

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