ARTS + CULTURE
LOVING, SUPPORTING ‘RAGAMUFFIN’ PETS
EDUCATION
OVERCOMING POVERTY THROUGH EDUCATION
LOCAL SERVICES
KIND BUT COURAGEOUS
Few things brighten our days quite like the presence of children and pets. It’s with great pleasure that we present 'Kids & Pets' edition, which celebrates the profound joy they bring into our lives.
Children embody our hopes for a brighter tomorrow and form the very bedrock of our society. Their innocence, curiosity and limitless potential have the capacity to shape the future in ways beyond our imagination.
Pets, too, offer a unique companionship. They shower us with unconditional love and create environments where we can learn and grow. The bond between children and their furry or feathery friends is often profound, nurturing qualities such as empathy, responsibility, and companionship.
In our own home, we cherish Olive, our bulldog, who brings endless smiles and joy to all who meet her. Whether you are a parent, pet owner, or simply someone who appreciates the magic of these relationships, we hope this edition inspires you to celebrate children and pets not just today, but every day.
With heartfelt gratitude,
PUBLISHERS
Gordon Montgomery
gordon.montgomery@citylifestyle.com
Kelley Lamm
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COPY EDITOR
Julie Brown Patton | julie.patton@citylifestyle.com
PUBLICATION DIRECTOR
Casey Pierce | casey.pierce@citylifestyle.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Mel Boban, Julie Brown Patton, Kaiya Thompson, Lisa Moyer, Robin Seaton Jefferson
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Suzy Gorman, Mel Boban, Janie Jones
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Evan Deuvall
LAYOUT DESIGNER Antanette Ray
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Marian
1: The National Museum of Transportation’s newest exhibit will be dedicated Aug. 3 at 10 a.m. 2: Amy Jo Jackson, Carrie Houk: “Grand Dame” cabaret performance at the Curtain Call Lounge. 3: Welcome to the newly opened Woodhouse Spa with tranquil ambiance, and world class treatments. 4: Popular corpse flower “Millie” blooming at Missouri Botanical Garden (bloom usually only lasts 24 hours). 5: Ladue Police Department gather for 32nd St. Louis Area Police Chiefs Association Memorial Prayer Breakfast. 6: Juliane Pritchett earned her “challenge coin” post-probation/permanent employment; presented by Richmond Heights Fire Chief Goode. 7: Ladue Mayor Spewak recognized C.Dill, K.Rotter, J.Amenn, E.Coleman, K.Luttrell for critical medical (cardiac arrest) save.
15: Neiman Marcus event included exotic cars upon arrival (provided by NASCAR & RP Exotics). 16: Formal fashion presentation featuring brand partners Balmain, Casablanca, Cult Gaia, Givenchy, Jacquemus, Simkhai, Palm Angels. 17: Neiman Marcus St. Louis/NASCAR/Wendell Scott Foundation hosted in-store event for Enjoy Illinois 300/2024 Confluence Festival. Photography by Suzy Gorman
29th Annual Businessmen’s Prayer Breakfast of Saint Charles County Wednesday September 4, 2024 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Saint Charles Convention Center 1 Convention Center Plaza, Saint Charles, MO 63303
As a professional golfer Bernhard has achieved 42 wins on the DP Tour, 3 PGA Tour Wins, 2 of which were Masters Tournament wins in 1985 and 1993, and a record 46 wins on the PGA Champions Tour. He continues to compete at the highest level at the age of 67 years old with no signs of slowing down.
In 1985, shortly after he had won The Masters, he was presented with the gospel through a Bible Study that was held for PGA golfers while on tour.
JOIN US TO HEAR HIS AMAZING STORY. Bernhard Langer
Tickets: $30 Each / Table of 10: $300 Purchase Tickets Online: www.ministrytomen.net OR Mail Check Payable To: Ministry to Men 550 Turner Blvd, St. Peters, MO 63376 Tickets Available Through August 23, 2024
Matthew Williams, director of operations at Saint Louis Closet Co., was recognized in Woodworking Network’s Wood Industry 40 Under 40 Class of 2024. This award recognizes young professionals who are making significant impacts in the woodworking industry through innovation and leadership. With a background in organizational development, economics and business from Vanderbilt University, Matthew leveraged his education and industry experience to drive technological and operational advancements.
Managers of Edwards Realty Company, operator of The Boulevard shopping center in Richmond Heights, again offered their Pop Local program, an initiative to create new opportunities for small businesses in the St. Louis community. Launched in St. Louis in 2021, Pop Local uplifts and promotes local entrepreneurship by offering three months of free rent to one local company to test a brick-andmortar space at The Boulevard. The winner is expected to be announced Aug. 27.
Clayton officials expanded the city's commitment to inclusion through securing KultureCity certification for the police department, fire department and the Center of Clayton, a recreation facility co-owned/operated by Clayton and the School District of Clayton. The KultureCity program provides training and resources to welcome and best serve visitors/ patrons with sensory needs. Sensory bags, equipped with noise canceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards, and weighted lap pads are now available to guests.
US FOR Storytime in the Commons: Be My Neighbor Day Saturday, September 7, 2024 9:30 – 11 am Public Media Commons
Join Nine PBS and St. Louis Public Library for stories, games, crafts, and more at Storytime in the Commons! Kids of all ages will hear stories read aloud while the book’s pages are shared on the big video screen. tHIS EVENT SELLS OUT QUICKLY.
Embark on an electrifying adventure with Olive the bulldog as she conquers the stormy skies in this absolute masterpiece. Ideal for enchanting bedtime tales or sunny summer days, this book is the talk of the town! Join Olive on her epic journey and witness the magic that's captivating hearts worldwide. join us on a journey that inspires young readers to be brave and have a pawsome day!
St. Louis County officials held a groundbreaking for a new Mid-County Public Safety Complex. County Executive Sam Page, St. Louis County Police Chief Kenneth Gregory, Police Commissioner Brian Ashworth and state senators Tracy McCreery and Brian Williams attended. The facility will be the new location for Police Precinct 2 and the site of the County’s Police Intelligence Center and its Property Control Center. The center will be built on county-owned land at Schaefer Drive/Adie Road.
haw Heinrich
Local Author Pens First Novel About The Women Of Paradise County
ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON
Ever since Anne Shaw Heinrich says she fell in love with writing in high school, she's been a journalist, columnist, blogger and nonprofit communications professional, 35 years and counting.
Anne’s debut novel, God Bless the Child , is the first in a threebook series, "The Women of Paradise County," published by Speaking Volumes. She dedicated the book to her two high-school English teachers, who she affirms were instrumental in igniting her interest in writing, and launched an annual $1,000 'The Reed Moore Scholarship' in their honor and namesakes for a Cuba High School senior to pursue a communications or teaching career.
"I'm passionate about the power of storytelling. I just love to watch people. I like to imagine where they've been, where they might be going next," admits the Kirkwood resident. "I love listening to how people relate to one another and move themselves through their circumstances. I always start my stories by developing characters first and the stories seem to unfold."
The plot of the new book: Whether it’s needy heavyweight Mary Kline, her rebellious surrogate daughter, Elizabeth, or Ruth Pullman, the pastor’s wife who can do nothing but look the other way when she learns about her charming son’s nasty backseat reputation, the women of Paradise County are a hot mess. Some of their men started it, and others are on loving standby as these tough cookies feel their way toward redemption. Especially when Pearl Davis turns up pregnant after a church-basement encounter with James Pullman, the pastor’s son, Mary and her parents swoop in and “adopt” Pearl and her baby, Elizabeth. It’s a disastrous move.
Anne adds, "The women in God Bless the Child have been tangled in knots since I first created them nearly two decades ago. Bringing them back out into the light for a fresh look with older eyes and a wiser heart has led even their creator to marvel and wince anew
at the raw ferocity that motherhood represents. Whether it comes about naturally, by human design, and even when it leaves a gaping, unanswered void, the mother/daughter sphere offers much to explore."
She says the story spans nearly four generations, beginning in the late 1950s through the 1990s, and that every character must reckon with their past as they seek forgiveness.
Some of Anne’s prior writing has been featured in The New York Times bestseller The Right Words at the Right Time, Volume 2: Your Turn (Atria 2006) and Chicken Soup for the Soul's The Cancer Book: 101 Stories of Courage, Support and Love (2009).
She says book two in the Paradise Series, Violet Is Blue, is scheduled to be released during June 2025, followed by book three, House of Teeth
Anne's book is available via Barnes & Noble and Amazon, including a Kindle version, or locally at The Novel Neighbor in Webster Groves.
She shares she hopes readers perhaps leave with an empathy not only for the flawed characters, but also just humanity in general. "We never know what people are managing, so it's important to have a well-developed empathy muscle."
AnneShawHeinrich.com
BY MEL BOBAN
Easy Treats For Furry Friends During Dog Days Of Summer
• Chicken broth
• Water
• Optional boiled chicken, shredded
• Ice cube trays or silicone molds
directions: These easy chicken broth dog treats are perfect for long, hot summer days when furry family members need a special reward. If silicone molds are not on-hand, ice cube trays easily can substitute. Be sure to use plain gelatin that is unsweetened. To cut salt from the broth, add extra water.
Mix one packet of gelatin, such as as Knox, with 1/4 cup of water (or according to the instructions). Sprinkle shredded chicken along the bottom of the molds. Add 3/4 cup of the boiled broth mixture to the gelatin mix and whisk together. Fill each mold.
Tip: place molds on a plate first for easy transferring to the fridge. Refrigerate mold or ice cube tray until broth is firm.
This tasty, chilly treat is perfect for canines, with no “sit” or “stay” required. Yum!
ARTICLE BY SARAH GULDALIAN
In 1998, seven local nuns, along with lay women from parishes across the metro, gathered around a shared concern: High poverty rates and low academic proficiencies among African American students in the City of St. Louis. With academic insecurity on the rise, this group was being impacted greater than any other.
It was here in this economic climate that their mission seemed to become clear: Break the cycle of poverty in the City of St. Louis by providing urban adolescents with a quality education. While a local boys’ school was providing a solution for young men in the area, there was a gaping hole for adolescent females. This left the religious sisters asking, “What about the girls?”
On Dec. 10, 1999, Marian Middle School was incorporated, becoming the only all-girls, faith-based middle school to serve urban adolescent youth in the area. Not only did Marian offer middle school girls a quality education, they offered it with a holistic approach that touched every area of their lives, serving as a foundation for career success.
Thus, during August 2000, 14 founding students began a lifelong, holistic journey toward success that continues today.
Each year, Marian educates up to 65 girls, from sixth to eighth grades, from more than 20 zip codes across the area. At least 95% of Marian students are of color, and 90% live below the poverty line. At Marian, they attend school 10 hours a day, 10 months out of the year, receiving spiritual, academic, social, moral, emotional and physical support daily.
“All children deserve a reliable and sustainable education,” says Mary Elizabeth Grimes, president of Marian Middle School for the past decade. “They deserve an education that helps them excel academically and prioritizes their individual gifts and talents.”
She says what drew her to this role is her deep passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young people, especially girls. "The opportunity to shape educational policies, create a nurturing environment for learning, and foster personal growth in the lives of young girls is incredibly fulfilling. We're helping Marian Girls reach their full potential,” she adds.
With high levels of poverty often comes trauma. Through a focus on wellness, Marian staffers are helping their girls defy the odds. They offer an expert “CARE Trio,” comprised of an on-site school counselor, schoolbased licensed therapist and a family resource advocate to provide wrap-around connections to critical needs, such as housing. They also provide students access to licensed therapy, as well as crisis resources and community resources beyond graduation.
Now in its 25th year, Marian Middle School has educated and continues to walk beside 338 girls. Marian students are testing at double proficiency rates of students in St. Louis public schools. One-hundred percent of Marian students are graduating high school, and 93% are moving onto post-secondary programs. Many attribute the success of this educational program to the ongoing support Marian provides students past eighth grade.
Through their Graduate Support Program, Marian staffers provide students with career and workforce readiness by leveraging partnerships with local universities and employers. In fact, 78 Marian Girls have earned college degrees, and eight have secured advanced degrees, in areas such as business administration and medicine. Eight more currently are working on advanced degrees.
While many were once in poverty, Marian graduates now serve as CEOs, attorneys, chemists, teachers, and even as ICU nurses and birth doulas. They are known as respected leaders serving the community in companies such as Ascension, Barnes Jewish Hospital, Mercy, Bayer, the American Red Cross and Bryan Cave Law Firm.
While Marian Middle School staffers strive to continue to break the cycle of poverty in the City of St. Louis, they say they ask residents and corporations for their help. Marian does not receive funding from taxpayers or denominational affiliations. Therefore, Mary Elizabeth says they rely on the generosity of donors and community partners. In fact, through two annual, community events, Marian funds 25% of their annual operating budget: Marian Magic every spring and Girls Night Out every fall.
This year, Marian’s Girls Night Out for public supporters takes place on Sept. 19 at the Emerson Auditorium at Washington University. This is a powerful networking event for local female leaders that funds the mission fostering future female leaders.
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“ALL CHILDREN DESERVE A RELIABLE AND SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION.” ~MARIAN MIDDLE
ARTICLE BY KAIYA THOMPSON PHOTOGRAPHY BY KRISTI FOSTER
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START RAGAMUFFIN PETPHOTOGRAPHY, AND HOW DID YOUR PERSONAL JOURNEY WITH YOUR DOG INFLUENCE THIS DECISION?
Caitlin: “In my early twenties, I was dedicated to a career in commercial photography. I'd studied it on a scholarship in New York as a teenager, then returned to Australia to get my degree. It's a cut-throat industry, and I was very much in the trenches, feeling lost and stressed out. Then I adopted a little puppy named Lyra and she turned my entire life upside down. She was my soul dog, and inspired me to quit the fashion industry altogether and launch Ragamuffin Pet Photography. She passed away earlier this year, peacefully in her favorite spot in our garden at the age of 14. I will be forever grateful to her for the path in life she took me down.”
PLEASE SHARE MORE ABOUT THE MISSION AND VISION BEHIND THE TAILS OF THE WORLD COLLECTIVE.
Caitlin: “In 2015, I published my first book (Tails of Melbourne). The concept was simple: I photographed local dogs at iconic locations around my city, and donated the photo session fees to animal rescue.
After refining the process, I started teaching other photographers how to publish their own fundraising books. Running your own business can be a lonely gig, and I loved connecting with other photographers who were equally passionate about using their talents to make a difference. I launched the Collective so members could publish their own "Tails of ..." books and we would have one place to promote them all.
Then in 2022 we did our first big collaborative project. Photographers from all around the world ran fundraising photoshoots for local pet rescues, submitted the resulting images to be published in Tails of the World: The Book. It was a huge success, so I repeated the project for Volume Two in 2023 and to date we have raised over $95,000 for charity by photographing more than 1,150 dogs in 14 different countries! We're now in the midst of photographing for Volume Three.”
HOW DO YOU SELECT THE DOGS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS FEATURED IN THE TAILS OF THE WORLD VOLUMES?
Caitlin: "Due to space limitations in the book, I have to cap the participants at 100 photographers and 10 shoots per photographer. Applications for photographers are open at the beginning of the year, and I only accept one photographer per location. This year, the spots filled out in less than a week, which was so exciting. The dogs are chosen by each photographer.”
CAN YOU DESCRIBE THE PROCESS AND LOGISTICS INVOLVED IN CREATING AND PUBLISHING THE TAILS OF THE WORLD BOOKS?
Caitlin: “Fortunately for me, I'm an organization geek. There is a LOT of logistics involved in publishing these books. I created a detailed workbook for the participating photographers, which covers everything they need to know. Each photographer partners with a local animal charity, where they donate all their photoshoot fees. Once they have completed their shoots, they submit everything through an online portal (the photos, info about each dog, fundraising info and a bit about their location).
Once the submissions are in, I spend about a month writing and designing the book (and obsessively checking and double-checking my system to ensure no dogs are missed!). When I'm happy with the printed proof, the book is ready to be published. I list it as available for
distribution online, so book retailers all around the world (like Amazon, Barnes & Nobles) can choose to stock it.
100% of the book sale proceeds are donated to animal rescue. I choose one charity each year for that donation.”
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BECOME A PART OF THE TAILS OF THE WORLD COLLECTIVE?
Kristi: “I saw the Tails of the World book last year and thought ‘What a cool project with some really wonderful well-known photographers participating.’ I felt it was a fantastic way to help rescues with much needed fundraising while allowing pets to be the superstars. I'm a huge dog lover and I love photographing pets, so I always admired all of the photographers who had images in the book! Then this year I received an email asking if I wanted to participate and my immediate answer was "Yes, of course!"
HOW DO YOU SELECT AND PREPARE THE DOGS AND THEIR OWNERS FOR THE PHOTO SESSIONS?
Kristi: Selection was based mostly on the stories about the animals. I have some that are heartfelt and some that were just so funny I couldn't wait to meet the pups.
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST MEMORABLE OR REWARDING EXPERIENCE WHILE WORKING ON THE TAILS OF THE WORLD PROJECTS?
Kristi: “So far I think the sweetest was meeting a little guy named Shu that had just finished cancer treatment. He was such a joy to be around, and so well behaved. What I loved the most was how adored he was by his mom and vice versa. Shu never let his human get far from his side. It was wonderful to see how happy they both were.
I'm also excited about a session that I just completed. I have a client who I've photographed for before. She had the most wonderful therapy dog named Winnie and I fell in love with the pup the minute I met her. She was the true essence of a therapy dog. The kindest, sweetest demeanor you could ask for. She died last October; but
she touched so many lives as a therapy dog. Her human mom now has two pups; one is a therapy dog and one is working on his certifications. This is why I love dogs so much; they can heal the hearts around them. Sometimes rescue pups make the best therapy dogs, certified or not, so we have to support our rescues!”
HOW DOES BEING A PART OF THE COLLECTIVE BENEFIT YOU BOTH PROFESSIONALLY AND PERSONALLY?
Krisiti: “The main benefit is for my chosen rescue to receive much needed funds. The rescue I chose is Hootie's Rescue Haven. They are a farm out in St. Clair County, Mo. Dr. Kim Lynch and her husband Tim run the rescue. While Dr. Kim is at her practice at Spoede Animal Hospital, Tim is on the farm taking care of horses, chickens, geese,
ducks, emus, dogs, cats and any other animal that folks might drop off. As soon as Dr. Kim gets home, she is hands-on at the farm as well.
Hootie's is not only a rescue, placing dogs and cats in their forever homes, but they are a sanctuary that takes in animals that can't be placed in a forever home because of their need of ongoing medical treatment. Not only do I admire all the work they do, I consider them friends with absolute hearts of gold."
Treats Unleashed Helps Saint Louis English Bulldog Rescue Save Dogs
ARTICLE BY ROBIN SEATON JEFFERSON
According to the American Kennel Club representatives, the bulldog is “kind but courageous, friendly but dignified…a thick-set, low-slung, well-muscled bruiser whose 'sourmug' face is the universal symbol of courage and tenacity.”
“When we had a very difficult bulldog in rescue, Treats Unleashed stepped up...Their help saved his life.”
“Bulldogs are like 2-year-olds in fur suits,” says Diana Engeszer, founder of Saint Louis English Bulldog Rescue. “They are highly manipulative, cute, cuddly, stubborn, crafty, exasperating, high maintenance and loveable. They are not the breed for everyone, but if they are your breed, you will always have one in your home.”
Foster-based, Saint Louis English Bulldog Rescue’s mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome purebred English bulldogs. “The bulldogs live in someone’s home where they are evaluated, treated and monitored as part of a family,” says Diana, who, at 70 years old, has worked with dogs most of her life.
“Most of our bulldogs are adopted by their foster families. Saint Louis English Bulldog Rescue
is the safety net for those bulldogs for the rest of their lives. Recently, a little bulldog that had been adopted seven years ago needed to come back into rescue when her owner became very ill. We had another bulldog whose owner died suddenly and needed to be rehomed. We keep in touch with the adopters several times a year, too.”
St. Louis’ own Treats Unleashed helps the bulldog rescue with its mission with the biggest Easter egg hunt for dogs in the St. Louis area. Every year, rain or shine, some 500 dogs turn out with their owners the Saturday before Easter to hunt more than 3,000 eggs at Treats Unleashed in Ladue. For their efforts, they get a photo with the Easter bunny and give $5 each to Saint Louis Bulldog Rescue.
Most of the funds collected go to pay for veterinarian bills, says Treats Unleashed founder and owner, Teresa Miller, as the bulldog often suffers from allergies and skin conditions. (According to Diana, vet and medication costs are often well more than $1,000 per dog.) This year, Treats’ Easter event raised $2,500-plus for the cause. “It’s a great day for families to get out with each other and their pets and do something good for a great organization.”
Teresa founded Treats Unleashed 22 years ago in Chesterfield. Known for being “the natural place for pets,” Treats Unleashed specializes in all-natural pet food, fresh-baked pet treats, toys, supplies, grooming and self-wash services.
Today, her shops can be found in 20 neighborhoods from St. Louis to Kansas City and, along with the egg hunt, hosts other pet-centric events such as their “Howl-O-Ween Pet Party” and “Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest for Pets.”
“People treat their dogs like family, as they should in my opinion,” Teresa says. “They’re just looking for healthy ways to help their pets live as long as possible.”
Diana says Treats Unleashed treats everyone’s pets like family. “When we had a very difficult bulldog in rescue, Treats Unleashed stepped up with an incredible raw food donation to help stabilize his condition while we were figuring out what he could eat. Their help saved his life. Elliot is now almost 10 years old and living his best life in Florida with his retired adopters.”
Saint Louis English Bulldog Rescue is a member rescue of the Bulldog Club of America Rescue Network, a national organization originally formed by the Bulldog Club of America.
STLBulldogRescue.org Treats-Unleashed.com
ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON
Fish Ideal Pets For Space Limitations, Allergies To Other Pets
David Muser, St. Louis region fish breeder and enthusiast, says the most enjoyment he gets out of aquariums and raising fish comes from it being a relaxing, rewarding hobby. "It's very enjoyable to create different worlds for my fish to live in, and also quite peaceful to watch them explore those worlds afterward."
St. Louis Aquatics teams provide aquariums and ponds, plus a tank cleaning and maintenance service. Owner Harrison Landis says the No. 1 consideration of setting up new aquariums is giving water ample time to cycle before filling with fish.
Top Aquarium Tips: Maintain pH balance and other chemical levels. Ensure water temperature is right. Change water regularly. Clean tank glass and other structures. Choose right size of tank. Pick compatible fish species.
Founded in 1971 by John Schneiderhahn, Aqua World in Ellisville was created to offer the best aquarium products, highest quality livestock, knowledgeable employees and commitment to customers. Professionals there indicate "the" most important consideration for future/new koi ponds is making repair/replacement steps easy enough for homeowners to complete.
Whether your pup has the obedience of a dog show finalist, or social behavior that makes you want to play dead around others, you can develop more owner confidence with help from this expert trainer.
ARTICLE BY LISA MOYER
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES
STYLED BY ANGELA BROOCKERD
“Socializing your dog is beneficial for both dogs and their owners,” says Taryn Tyler, a certified dog trainer. “It creates confidence for both dogs and owners and displaces the anxiety we feel when our dogs aren’t behaving like we want them to.”
Taryn stresses that teaching a dog to sit or stay is less about tricks and more about the relationship that builds between animal and owner. “That, in turn, fosters an environment where the next time a family hosts Thanksgiving or has friends over, the owner and their dogs fall into the habit of obeying commands because of the confidence built through all the work put in beforehand.”
Even dogs with a troubled history can achieve improvement.
“We all love our dogs, but they can be stressful when they can’t seem to click in our home environments.”
• Socializing is more than taking your dog in public. A guy can dump a bunch of mulch in your driveway and spread it, but he’s not a landscaper until he’s following a plan. When the doorbell rings or a visitor comes into the house, what’s our expectation for the dog? When we’re in public and the dog’s attention is diverted, what’s our plan to refocus them? Socialization is 99 percent working on small steps as part of a larger plan.
• Socializing isn’t about our dogs being the center of attention in public. Everyone loves seeing a dog, but our best outcome for the dog is to go unnoticed. Sitting by our side, ignoring external stimuli, remaining calm—those are things we strive for when socializing a dog.
• When socializing dogs with other dogs, start small. Take a walk with another dog to get them to just exist in the same vicinity. Once they’re able to not be excited by the other dog, work on limited playing in controlled environments.
• If someone comes into your home, let them know what boundaries you’re working on with your dog. You can even suggest asking them to carry a few treats and work on some of the behaviors your dog is already comfortable with.
Once your dog is able to socialize with other pets, playdates are a great way to encourage good play behavior. One way to celebrate your pup’s birthday is to celebrate with their favorite furry friends. Here are a few helpful tips for making your gathering a success.
• Set up play areas for your furry guests to enjoy. This can include a doggy pool or splash pad, chew toys, frisbees, and don’t forget the pet-friendly bubbles.
• Offer party guests birthday attire such as a birthday hat, bandana or party outfit. Set up a photo wall for pet owners to get photos with their furry friends in their birthday outfits. Better yet, make it a costume competition, and invite guests to come dressed up ready to show off their pup’s attire.
• Create a treat display with a pet-friendly birthday cake and various chewy snacks for guests to give their pups.
• Party favors are a must to end your festivities with a bang. Fill party bags with bouncy balls, treats, and pet-friendly bubbles to send your guests off with a smile.
By: Dr. Beth Templin
Pain is a very common issue among aging adults. It results in loss of independence, suffering, disability, social isolation, and higher health care costs. Pain is also a risk factor for premature death and accelerated memory loss in older adults.
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AUGUST 8TH-18TH
9th Annual TWStL
2024 Festival
The Grandel Theatre in Grand Center | 7:30 PM
This year’s Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis (TWStL) gives center stage to Tennessee Williams’ "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" directed by award-winning Michael Wilson. He says he's "thrilled to return to St. Louis, the city which had such a profound impact on the life and work of Tennessee Williams." Post-show commentary conducted by Tom Mitchell on Aug. 12/Aug. 15.
AUGUST 10TH
St. Louis
Mac & Cheese Fest
The Armory STL | 11:00 AM
General admission for attendees 13 years and older is $10 presale or $20 at door. Two-pack admission $15 presale. VIP admission $40 presale or $55 at door (includes access for one patron, three drink vouchers, 1 Mac & Cheese Fest T-shirt). Ultimate VIP admission $80 presale or $105. Tickets are nonrefundable. The festival concludes at 4 p.m.
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AUGUST 11TH
St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club: Try Blind Skating, Hockey
Centene Community Ice Center | 12:30 PM
Children, ages 5-16, diagnosed with visual impairments are encouraged to sign up and try ice skating and hockey. Led by St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club coaches, participants learn fundamental skills of skating and playing hockey. Loaner equipment (helmet, elbow pads, glove, shin pads, skates) provided for all children, along with a jersey and stick for them to keep.
AUGUST 11TH
Shakespeare
Festival Performance
Shaw Park | 6:30 PM
A larger-than-life, 90-minute presentation of Shakespeare’s most enchanting romance, The Tempest: Set on an island full of mischief, magic and plots of revenge. Directed by Tom Ridgely, St. Louis Shakespeare Festival producing artistic director, along with a traveling cast of six talented performers. Admission and parking are free. For further details, visit STLShakes.org.
AUGUST 14TH
Parties In The Park
Downtown Clayton (North Brentwood between Forsyth and Maryland Avenue) | 5:00 PM
Performing live music will be My Friend Mike, sponsored by Parkside Financial Bank & Trust. The scheduled food truck is Go Gyro Go. Parties in the Park has been a beloved tradition in St. Louis, bringing together music enthusiasts, and community members for more than 40 years. The event concludes at 7:30 p.m.
AUGUST 18TH
Shaw Park Aquatic Center/Shaw Park/GRG Centennial Greenway
Representatives of Clayton officials, The Center of Clayton and Big Shark Bicycle Company are holding the 10th Annual Inkwell Clayton Kids Triathlon. This fun, twisty course will introduce kids, ages 7- 14, to the sport of triathlon. Race consists of three legs: swim, bicycle ride, run, with two age divisions, 7-10 and 11-14 year-olds. For questions, email mike@bigshark.com.
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AUGUST 25TH-29TH
J Used Book Sale
JCC St. Louis
Thousands of books will be available for sale, including mystery, novels, biographies, politics, religion, sports, cookbooks, history, animals, art, science, science fiction, business, women’s issues, foreign languages, gardening, poetry, psychology, self-help, humor, children/ youth, educational materials for homeschoolers. Proceeds benefit the Cultural Arts Department. Multiples of titles available for book clubs along with miscellaneous videos, books on tape/CDs and DVDs.
AUGUST 25TH
Musical Nights
Oak Knoll Park | 5:00 PM
This free concert runs through 7 p.m. The band, Chaz45, will perform. They're a group of professional musicians who love to perform a mix of genres, including R&B, funk, classic rock, pop, blues and Top 100 music. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks. Access to parking is off of Big Bend. This event is sponsored by the Clayton Community Foundation.
AUGUST 30TH
St. Louis Water
Lantern Festival
Creve Coeur Park | 5:00 PM
This Water Lantern Festival brings people together for a celebration of light and community. This unforgettable evening will be filled with tasty food trucks, fun music, activities and thousands of lanterns lighting up the night with love, hope and happiness. Tickets are $29 – $60, available online at WaterLanternFestival.com. Follow them on social media @waterlanternfestival.
