Chesterfield, MO May 2023

The Women Who Enrich Our Lives

I don’t know about you, but we love any opportunity to recognize the women in our life who just make life richer and more beautiful. The wives, mothers, sisters, daughters and best friends are some of the most influential women in our lives.

And, of course with Mother’s Day this month, all eyes are on mom... whether that’s our biological mother or the mother figures in our lives who have made an indelible impact on us. It’s the family members, teachers, friends and neighbors doing awesome things in our communities, pouring into our lives—making themselves unforgettable and irreplaceable.

While it’s always important to shop local and support our area businesses, this month is the perfect time to patronize businesses owned by women in our communities, and those who we’re profiled in this issue.

That’s one of our favorite parts of this publishing role -- connecting with and championing the best of the best when it comes to women in our cities, such as Dr. Anna Huger, and two other successful females featured in this issue—attorney Tonya Page, local author Shelly Snow Pordea, and one of St. Louis' finest softball shortstops Kerry Rieker.

They are all movers and shakers, builders and makers. They are both seen and unseen. Their service, dedication and attention to detail show us something about beauty that can’t be seen or understood any other way.

I hope you’ll take a few minutes to send a text, make a phone call or get your kids on Facetime with the women in your life who deserve recognition. It only takes a minute to brighten someone’s day and remind them how much you love and appreciate them.

Happy Mother's Day

GORDON AND KELLEY, PUBLISHERS @CHESTERFIELDCITYLIFESTYLEMAG

May 2023

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Caring for an aging loved one can be difficult — but you don’t have to do it alone. As a licensed skilled memory care community, Parc Provence specializes in providing the best care through strong partnerships with residents and their families. We promise to give the best of ourselves to the remarkable people we serve — just one of the many reasons why Parc Provence is leading the way.

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1: Passiglia’s Nursery at Equine Assisted Therapy Cornhold Tournament in Wildwood. 2: At Passiglia’s Nursery for First 2023 Workshop: Paint & Pour. 3: So many great things to discover at the St. Louis Butterfly House in Faust Park. 4: Friends Grove addition to Central Park by Chesterfield Amphitheater. 5: The ‘Great Awakening’ of construction building in Chesterfield. 6: New Logan Park at 1851 Schoettler Road in Chesterfield has an ADA-accessible playground and small pavilion. 7: Amy Shaw shares thoughts at BECOME Women’s Day of Inspiration as morning keynote speaker.

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8: Flossie Njama, founder of Simple Life Healthier You, educates guests at BECOME with her Turmeric-Tea. 9: Yolonda Lankford and Tracie McGhee hosting the inaugural DEFINE-ME Movement-STL at St. Louis History Museum. 10: Chesterfield Sports Complex ribbon cutting celebrates the world-class sports facility. 11: Todd Schnuck opened the ceremony for Eatwell Market by Schnucks in Chesterfield ribbon cutting. 12: Children fill their baskets at Chesterfield Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt at Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex 13: Monarch Fire Department at Chesterfield Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex 14: The GO St. Louis 23rd Marathon. A running tradition in the streets, of St. Louis.

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4 Hands Brewing Location To Open In Chesterfield

4 Hands Brewing Co. owner is slated to open a new location in the District, the entertainment-focused development that replaced the Taubman Prestige Outlets along Highway 40 (Interstate 64) in Chesterfield. It reportedly will feature a 10,000-square-foot tasting room for its beers, seltzers and cocktails, along with a family-friendly arcade and stage/private event space. The kitchen/food selections there will be Hi-Pointe Drive-In, the local restaurant chain known for burgers, sandwiches and over-the-top daily specials.

Restored African-American Schoolhouse Reopens At Faust Park

St. Louis County Parks and Recreation staffers held a grand opening of African Schoolhouse #4 in Faust Park Historic Village in Chesterfield. It’s the only known surviving log AfricanAmerican school in St. Louis County. The one-room schoolhouse, built in 1893, was in use until 1950. It was donated to St. Louis County Parks. In 2021, it was moved from private land to the Historic Village at Faust Park where it was restored.

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two days of golf events for advanced high school and college players

The Accelerated Golf Tour will consist of a series of approximately ten tournaments during June, July and the first week of August. Each tournament will be open to both male and female golfers. College coaches may be in attendance.

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A SPECIAL MOM Date With

ARTICLE BY KARA SAVIO

“MOTHERHOOD: ALL LOVE BEGINS AND ENDS THERE.”

~ROBERT BROWNING

Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is one of the most sentimental and nostalgic holidays of the year. Although mothers are treasured year-round, this special day is set aside each year to say thank you for all she has done for us and to show her just how very much we care.

For this Mother's Day, let us reflect on, and celebrate, the extraordinary women who have made such a profound impact on our lives. These are the women who have nurtured us, the women who have protected us, and the women who have made us who we are today.

Our mothers helped us with our homework, baked us our favorite cookies, took care of us when we were sick, hugged us when we were feeling down, inspired us in our careers, made us laugh, and most of all helped make us better people.

A mother's love is like no other. It knows no boundaries or limitations and is as unconditional as it is unwavering. It is a bond that cannot be broken, a love that is not easily explained, and a feeling that lasts forever. From the moment a child is born, a mother’s role is a mix of patience, kindness, tolerance, understanding, discipline, sacrifice, virtue and of course, lots of love. It is not an easy job.

Have you ever noticed how a mother has the amazing ability to be everywhere at once? She can somehow manage to juggle more than seems humanly possible. Our mom is our superhero and our No. 1 cheerleader. So let's honor and celebrate our mothers, grandmothers, and all the mother figures who have made a difference in our lives.

How can we make Mother’s Day especially special this year? We can always buy gifts for mom—a new outfit, a new fragrance, or a pretty piece of jewelry. But what could be a better Mother’s Day gift than you spending the day with mom? Here are four memory-making ideas that mom is sure to love.

1) Pamper mom with an all-day spa adventure. There are many good ones to choose from in St Louis. Book a relaxing day for the two of you together in cozy robes, comfy house slippers, fancy face masks, and her favorite wine or cocktail. Tell mom she can get any treatment she desires. She might enjoy a facial, some waxing, a massage, a mani-pedi, or all of these options.

2) A farmer’s market is a lovely place to spend the morning, and St. Louis has the oldest farmers market west of the Mississippi in the Historic Soulard Market. Picture you and your mom browsing a world-class bakery and spice shop, all the while sampling yummy farm-fresh snacks. Then on to a little shopping from the vendors who sell flowers, shirts, jewelry, incense, sports memorabilia, soaps, photography and handmade crafts.

3) How about taking mom for a lovely afternoon stroll through a beautiful sculpture garden with a couple of lattes in hand? Laumier Sculpture Park in St Luis County might be a

IN CONCLUSION

Whatever you decide to do for that special mother figure in your life, she is bound to love it…just like she loves you!  A mother's love is the sun that warms our hearts, the rain that nourishes our souls, and the wind that carries us forward. — Unknown

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms out there!

perfect place to take mom. There are more than 70 works of large-scale outdoor sculpture in this beautiful 105-acre park. There are benches and picnic tables located throughout the Park, so you might even bring a picnic basket.

4) If your mom has an artistic flair or even if she doesn’t, a paint party could be a lot of fun. Usually, a professional artist is on hand to provide step-by-step instructions to help you reproduce a pre-selected work of art while enjoying cocktails and appetizers. At the end of class, you and mom get to keep your creations, making for a nice memento of your special Mother’s Day together.

Legal Power Player

Page Law Attorney Genuinely Wants

To Resolve Other’s Legal Issues

ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON

When it comes to qualities most admired about great lawyers, seven attributes rise to the top: compassion; attentive listening skills; clear communication; assertiveness; noteworthy organization; creativity; and perseverance. Family law attorney Tonya Page, founder of St. Louis-based Page Law firm, is known for these qualities, along with getting equitable results.

As a partner of this full-spectrum law firm, Tonya practices exclusively in the area of family law and domestic relations. Some say she’s paved the path when it comes to regional family law matters.

Tonya handles complex legal matters such as prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, divorces, division of marital properties, child custody, child support, alimony, spousal support, paternity disputes, guardianships, grandparent visitation, domestic violence and orders of protection.

Chesterfield City Lifestyle got the opportunity to ask Tonya about personal skills that make her a truly successful lawyer and what constitutes rewarding achievements.

Being a bartender/server during college and law school provided cash to help pay for education, while she says also surprisingly practicing invaluable, on-the-job skills in dealing with difficult people. The best lesson?

To listen and empathize with people from all walks of life. “I had to deal with customer complaints, and often acted as a quasi-therapist for regulars who came in after tough days and needed to vent about work, relationships and life,” she recalls.

“My former boss and mentor recognized my ability to deal with challenging situations, and said I was wise beyond my years.

I jokingly told him it wasn’t hard to be wise beyond my age since I was only 25 when I started my career as a family law attorney working at his firm,” she says.

She says operating within a bartender environment also helped her be more “thickskinned” and not take things too personally.

“As attorneys, especially in family law, we often see people at their worst, or when they’re going through one of the most

difficult, traumatic times of their lives. When clients are frustrated or upset, I remind myself most of the time they aren’t angry or frustrated with me, but the situation they’re going through or sometimes the system, which doesn’t usually move as fast as litigants would like, and which they oftentimes don’t fully understand,” she says.

Yet, helping people and making positive differences in their lives is still the most rewarding part of being an attorney for Tonya.

“I keep my cards and thank you notes in a drawer to pull out once in a while when I feel like I’m getting fed up. It’s the truly appreciative clients who keep me going. One lady I represented over 15 years ago still sends me notes, stating she prays for me and thanks God that I came into her life and helped save her children from a horrible situation,” Tonya shares.

Another instance she says stands out is the message she receives every Christmas from a former client thanking her for helping save his marriage by referring him to a marriage therapist and convincing the opposing attorney to dismiss the divorce case so the parties could attempt reconciliation.

“Being an attorney satisfies my competitive side and it’s never boring. Although I’m certainly shocked less often than when I was as a young attorney, the stories of people’s lives never cease to amaze me,” she adds.

Tonya verifies that analytical skills are critical in practicing law. “One of the most important roles we take on as family law attorneys is that of problem-solver. Analytical skills are used every day in every case.”

Regarding how to balance being assertive versus being too aggressive, Tonya says there’s a time and place for both.

“While it’s important for clients to know they have someone on their side who can, and will, fight for them, that doesn’t always mean battling it out in the courtroom,” she says, as a proponent of mediation in most cases.

One of the silver linings of COVID-19, she says, is many jurisdictions adopted a mandatory mediation rule. “While this doesn’t guarantee a case will settle, it forces both parties to at least attend mediation in an effort to resolve some or all of the issues. That being said, not all cases are appropriate for mediation, such as where there’s been abuse. However, I find most cases can be settled when the time is right.”

Tonya assures, “When cases aren’t settled, I have no problem going into trial mode and being aggressive when it’s necessary to fight for my client. Even after 20 years of practicing, I still really enjoy trying cases when they need to be tried,” she says.

How staying passionate and knowledgeable comes into doing her best job: “Life is too short to devote as much time and energy into a career if you’re not passionate about it. I try to put 110 percent into everything I do, including family law cases. Clients deserve

attorneys who are knowledgeable and passionate about their case’s specific issues,” she says. “Focusing on one or two practice areas is key to being at the top of your field. That’s why I’ve continued to devote my career exclusively to family law. I also don’t hesitate to consult with experts and attorneys in other practice areas when necessary.”

Her motivation comes from really enjoying what she does. “However, the practice of law in general, and certainly family law, can be emotionally taxing on attorneys. After all, we’re taking on the problems of our clients and trying to ‘fix’ or problem solve and fight for them. We hear and see some really heart-wrenching situations, especially in highly contested custody cases and certainly cases involving physical or emotional harm,” she says.

Taking time for vacation and family, she says, is crucial for her not getting burned out.

“Family law is a highly emotional area of law, so it can be difficult to shut off because I’m constantly thinking about my clients’ cases,

especially custody matters or cases involving mistreatment. This aspect is always a work-inprogress, so when I feel like it’s taking a toll on me emotionally, I try to implement new ways to deal with the stress,” she says.

She enjoys reading self-help books, such as Finding Gratitude, which was full of ideas for inspiring joy and appreciation.

Tonya also applauds contributions of female attorneys as a whole in the St. Louis/St. Charles region. “There are so many amazing women in the local legal profession, including two other family law attorneys in my firm, Alexandra Kohlfeld and Julia Dillow, along with our experienced support staff, all of whom are also women!”

She says she appreciates consulting with female attorneys at other firms when she needs another opinion, or happily refers cases when Page Law has a conflict.

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“Life is too short to devote as much time and energy into a career if you’re not passionate about it. I try to put 110 percent into everything I do, including family law cases. Clients deserve attorneys who are knowledgeable and passionate about their case’s specific issues.” -Tonya Page

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IDEAS FOR THE NEXT GIRL GATHERING

The holidays came and went; it's time to get that special group of ladies together again! The hustle and bustle of the school year usually has everyone all missing friends. What is the occasion, though? If longing for an excuse to get together or a party theme, here are fun ideas and inspirations for that next soiree.

Fun Things To Do With The Girls!

DIY FLOWER BAR

Bring spring to the gathering by putting creativity to the test. Each attendee can bring one bunch of one flower type, or you can provide 8 to 10 different varieties of florals (be sure to include greenery and baby's breath, too). Place each of the flower options on a long table with tissue or paper to wrap the bouquet, as well as some thin twine to tie it up. When guests arrive, enjoy cocktails while arranging the varieties together, sharing ideas and giving each other pointers. This not only creates fun conversation, it also gives each friend a chance to show off their skills. Plus, everyone leaves with a takeaway as a reminder of a fun day to keep in their home.

BRUNCH BUNCH

Bring back brunch. Get-togethers often happen in the evenings, and Sunday morning goes overlooked. A brunch with a theme will get everyone intrigued and excited to bring their favorite dish to the hostess' home. Theme ideas could be based around an area, such as Southern foods or fiesta favorites. Or, a build-your-own brunch could take place with options for decking out waffles or creating one's own parfait bowl. If you're up for a mix, ask everyone to make their favorite family breakfast recipe and take a trip down memory lane as a group.

SOAP MAKING

You can never go wrong with an event centered around treating yourself. With a spa theme, creations could include making soap, bath bombs or bath salts. Essential oils can take center stage and the creativity is all about the unique combination that everyone builds. To go along with the relaxing theme, cocktails or snacks could include embellishments such as lavender and mint.

FAVORITE THINGS

This is by far a favorite new trend for gatherings. A Favorite Things party is simple and can be incorporated into any event, whether it's a dinner out or a night in. Simply set a dollar amount and ask each guest to bring a favorite item of theirs: one for each person. This could be their go-to lip balm, a book they highly recommend, or even a piece of jewelry they love to wear. Each guest goes home with a grab bag of goodies, all highly recommended by their friends. If your group loves to shop, this is the party for you!

PROGRESSIVE DINNER

If your group doesn't mind hopping around town, a progressive dinner is always downright fun. This could be a good way to incorporate spouses if you want to make it a couple's event. Each step of the evening is hosted by a different friend, with guests traveling between each course to a new location. This is a fantastic way to beat the cost of dining out without putting the burden on one friend or couple to do all the cooking themselves. The dinner could build as it typically does from starters to mains, or each stop could include a heavy appetizer with dessert at the end. Enjoy!

ONE OF STL’S FINEST SHORTSTOPS

ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON

Kerry Rieker Inducted Into St. Louis Softball Hall Of Fame

Kerry Rieker, of Wildwood, recently was inducted into the St. Louis Softball Hall Of Fame. She was one of 20 female and male recipients in the Class of 2023.

The St. Louis Softball Hall Of Fame is an independent organization that holds biannual awards banquets to recognize community members who have demonstrated exemplary skills, and/or contributed beyond the normal scope of promoting and supporting softball in St. Louis.

Kerry played softball from 1962 to 1984. Her 22-year, fast-pitch career began at the age of 13 years when she played in the St. Louis Muny AA League, often against women a decade older. Known as a slick-fielding shortstop with pop in her bat, Kerry typically batted either second or third in the batting order and also was noted for her incredible speed on the base paths.

The teams that Kerry played for were the Manchester Hawkettes and The St. Louis Reds & Kutis. After a two-year stint with Kutis early in her career, Kerry moved to the Hawkettes for the next eight seasons and led the squad with a .385 batting average.

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In 1973, she returned to Kutis for the next eight seasons and went to three national championship tournaments in 1973, 1974 and 1975, finishing third in Salt Lake City in her final appearance.

She's the mother of John Reiker, owner of Harpo's Bar & Grill in Chesterfield, who shared that other players verified she was known as one of the finest shortstops in the history of St. Louis fast pitch softball.

FUN FACTS: George Hancock, at the time a reporter for the Chicago Board of Trade, invented the game of softball in 1887.

What year did women's softball start? Reportedly in 1895, when the first women's softball team was formed at Chicago's West Division High School. However, they reportedly could not play competitively until 1899 when they finally hired a coach.

Advice From Pediatrician Dr. Anna Huger

CHESTERFIELD CITY LIFESTYLE REFLECTS WITH TWINS-MOM AND FOUNDER OF PURELY PEDIATRICS

WHEN CAN I EXPECT MY BABY TO SLEEP THROUGH THE NIGHT?

While many factors, such as prematurity and illness, can affect babies' abilities to sleep through the night, there are basic truths. In the beginning, your sweet lamb is in charge, eating and sleeping as they choose. Around four months, their circadian rhythm begins developing. By introducing a feeding schedule and allowing them to begin self-soothing, most infants can sleep 8 to 10 hours a night by four months. Usually, if we follow their cues, they will find their way.

SHOULD MY TWINS BE IN THE SAME CLASSROOM?

While it is comforting for a parent to know their child’s best friend is with them in class, it is important for children to have their own experiences and tell their own stories. Everyone thrives when they can recount their daily adventures without someone editing or correcting them. In separate classrooms, they begin their journey to becoming their own sweet person.

MOTHER’S DAY IS COMING –ANY THOUGHTS?

Every Mother’s Day, my boys help us clean the yard, plant flowers and prepare for summer (cue dutiful smiles). Then, when Father’s Day arrives, the yard’s perfect and there’s nothing to do but swim, barbeque and have fun (cue whoops of joy). What have I done?! This Mother’s Day, I vow no planting or cleaning of any kind. I can be fun, too!  Well, maybe just the window boxes…

Dr. Anna Huger, Purely Pediatrics, via office within St. Louis Children’s Specialty Care Center

LOCAL AUTHOR SHELLY SNOW PORDEA

Having been a victim of abuse she now advocates for survivors through the online group IGotOut.org.

INSPIRING

AND ASSISTING

OTHERS IN FULFILLING THEIR DREAM OF WRITING A BOOK

ARTICLE BY JUDY PETERS

Shelly Snow Pordea, 48, of St. Peters, is a novelist, screenwriter, speaker and religious cult survivor. She is using her writing and coaching talent through her online business, TheCreativU, to help other people get their books into the world. “I believe each person’s story matters,” says Shelly. “What information are you here to share?”

In her adult fiction novels, the Tracing Time Trilogy, she highlights three generations of women who find their way in the world while seeking to save themselves and those they love. The books are currently being adapted into screenplays to be produced into a movie.

Her first children’s book, The Hug Who Had No Arms, debuted on Amazon as a No. 1 Bestseller in several categories. Self-published in 2020, Shelly says it was inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic, a time when the world seemed to stop hugging. She took her love of drawing and storytelling to create a children’s tale to help families express love through the strange practice of social distancing as well as celebrating different ways to show love.

She says she wants to use her voice through the power of storytelling to promote change. Shelly speaks to groups, schools, conferences, and businesses about growing up in a strict religious sect, her experience living overseas, and the journey to becoming a bestselling self-published author. She is in the process of writing a memoir about her experiences, and is currently collaborating with her brother, actor Jon Snow, on a fictional adaptation of their personal story for a possible TV series.

But her main passion seems to be her work inspiring and assisting others who are wanting to become authors, to get their books published. She offers consultation and online courses at TheCreativU.com.

“I meet so many people who have an idea for a book, but don’t know how to even get started on publishing one. Back when self-published authors came onto the scene, there may have been an attitude of inferiority, but that is no longer the case at all. Some top-selling authors you may know and follow already are actually self-published.

“If you want to add the distinguished title of author to your career, one of the fastest ways to do it is to put your expertise into a book, and market yourself as a published author,” says Shelly. “And my goal is to make these resources

little more than a tenth of what I paid to publish my first book!”

In her courses, participants go through everything it takes to publish a book and retain all the rights and royalties of their intellectual property. They also learn some basics about book launch marketing and social media influence as an author.

In addition, she offers writing services and coaching for business people or anyone in a creative field where writing is involved. “I can help hone the language around your project or website copy and messaging, creating the narrative you desire,” says Shelly.

For more information about her books, speaking, coaching and online courses, visit ShellySnowPordea.com

Must-Have Spring Styles

ADVICE EDITORIAL: FIVE PIECES TO EASILY UPDATE SPRING WARDROBES

ARTICLE BY BRI MAXWELL, PERSONAL STYLIST

PHOTOGRAPHY BY CASEY PIERCE

It’s easy to update wardrobes for spring. All that’s needed this year are five key pieces to integrate into your current mix for maximum style points. Vibrant, saturated colors, such as kelly green, tangerine and bright fuchsia, are currently trending. Mix a bright top or blazer with loose, light-wash denim and bright, slingback kitten heels for an of-the-moment combo. Complete the look with the accessories of the season: long, sparkly statement earrings and a roomy, leather tote bag. Wear all five trending pieces together or mix-and-match with any neutral pieces in your current wardrobe, and you’ll be ready for warm, sunny days ahead.

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events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

MAY 5TH

French Creperie Grand Opening

17409 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT ROAD, SUITE A | 7:00 AM

Welcome to Chesterfield the brandnew French Creperie, with weekend hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Owner Natacha Douglas was born in Guadeloupe, a region of France; so the menu and ambiance provide an authentic French Crêpes experience. Her new creperie offers made-to-order both savory and sweet options -- French vanilla ice cream can be added.

MAY 5TH

Rock Out Hunger

CHESTERFIELD

AMPHITHEATER | 4:00 PM

St. Louis Area Foodbank staffers present a Rock Out Hunger live concert, with proceeds supporting the objective of feeding those in need throughout the St. Louis region. School of Rock Ballwin will start the show with the area’s emerging musicians. The Dirty Muggs and FatPocket then perform. Tickets are $10. Food, beverages and T-shirts will be available for purchase.

MAY 6TH

St. Louis Microfest Beer Festival

UPPER MUNY LOT | 12:00 PM

This St. Louis annual premiere craft beer tasting festival features beers from dozens of special brews, as well as great food from area restaurants. The event includes more than 80 craft beers and 50 international beers

along with live music, homebrew competition, brewers’ Olympics and more. Tickets (General Admission: $45 and VIP Admission: $70) can be purchased at STLMicrofest.org .

MAY 6TH

Youth Fishing Derby

For Ages 5-12

CENTRAL PARK | 9:00 AM

Each registered child has 2 hours to catch the most fish. Participants will have a tally sheet to take to an official to verify each catch. Competitors vie to win prizes. A parent or guardian must be present with child, and have their own equipment and bait. Check-in will be at Central Park Pavilion. Pre-registration is required by registering online at Chesterfield.MO.US

MAY 13TH

Six Flags Music Festival

SIX FLAGS ST. LOUIS | 10:00 AM

This family-friendly music festival hosted in this Eureka-based amusement park features elementary, middle school, junior and senior high school concert bands. Instrumental and choral educators evaluate ensembles and provide feedback. Performances can be viewed by park attendees.

MAY 19TH

Tracy Lawrence And Gary Allan Live Concert

CHESTERFIELD

AMPHITHEATER | 5:00 PM

These two country musicians will start performing at 6 p.m. Seating Details: Pit - Provided Fixed Seat; Reserved - Stadium Seat; Terrace - Provided Fixed Seat; Lawnchairs and blankets allowed. Food Trucks: Chick-Fil-A, Mouse in the House Charcuterie, Theo's Gyros, Cluck, Oink, Moo Sliders, Heavy Smoke BBQ. Buy tickets online at Ticketmaster.com . CONTINUED >

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MAY 20TH-21ST

Rocks Rule!

PACIFIC EAGLES SOCIAL ROOM | 12:00 PM

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St. Louis Rock Hobby Club of Greater Saint Louis representatives operate the show. The club was formed in 1960 and incorporated as a Missouri-based nonprofit organization in 1973 as an educational and social group of dealers of Earth Science Hobby Materials. The show spans rocks, minerals, fossils and lapidary. Saturday: noon to 7 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

MAY 24TH

Kayaking Classes

CHESTERFIELD COMMUNITY CENTER | 6:00 PM

This Kayaking Dry Land Basics clinic will last 2 hours, and will be conducted by an Alpine Shop instructor. This is an introductory course for paddling with a kayak. Price: $5 per person. A Kayaking 101 class also will be offered on June 17 in Chesterfield at River's Edge Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Price also is $5.

MAY 26TH-28TH

Missouri River Irish Fest

FRONTIER PARK | 5:30 PM

The Missouri River Irish Festival in St. Charles is a celebration of Irish music, culture and good old craic. Vendors will be on hand selling some great food and merchandise. Bands will be belting out favorite Irish songs as well as Irish dancers entertaining the crowds. Other components are cultural exhibits, Irish Wolf Hounds and a Children’s Village.

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Scratch-Made Mayonnaise In 7 Minutes

ARTICLE BY ALANA FRAVELL PHOTOGRAPHY BY DELANEY JEAN PHOTOGRAPHY

ingredients

• 2 cups avocado oil

• 2 eggs

• 1 ½-2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 5-10 cranks of freshground pepper

• 1-2 cloves garlic

directions

Blend eggs, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper in food processor or blender on medium-high for 1 minute. Next, gradually over about 2 minutes, drizzle avocado oil into the mixture, while continuing to blend. Just before you finish adding oil, drop in garlic and blend for another 30 seconds. Refrigerate and store in an airtight container.

Recipe Notes:

This recipe makes a double batch; the whole quantity is likely to be wanted!

Use the freshest eggs possible because the sauce keeps as long as the best-by date on egg carton.

These directions make a sauce-like consistency. For a spreadable consistency, blend for another minute.

Easily Enhance Any Meal With This Surprisingly Versatile Sauce

Why would you make mayonnaise when you can get it off the shelf at the grocery store? You’ll be delighted to find this mayonnaise is silky, surprisingly light, and deeply satisfying. In addition to the straightforward condiment use, indulge where you might use cheese or other dairy products. Top your taco or make the best potato salad you’ve ever had. Use as a dip the whole family can enjoy for fries, or for roasted or fresh veggies. Visit my blog for 17 ways to use this versatile summer sauce AlanaFravell.com .

Alana Fravell