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MAY 2020 PUBLISHER

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The Women in Our Lives GREAT-GRANDMOTHERS, GRANDMAS, MOMS, SISTERS, DAUGHTERS AND TO ALL THE WOMEN IN OUR LIVES, WHERE WOULD WE BE WITHOUT YOU? It is during May that we, as a country, celebrate you. But here at Chesterfield Lifestyle, we also want to recognize all those that strengthen our community, warm our hearts and nurture our souls as we navigate through life.

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It takes a village to raise a child, and our village has women who are our children’s teachers, doctors, first responders, law enforcement officers, authors, entertainers, nurses, social workers, counselors and so much more. You are our children’s inspiration, and you are ours. This month, we thank you for everything you pour into communities. Wishing you all to stay well, stay connected and thrive together.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2020

FEATURES 18 Building Powerful Girls LitShop Nonprofit Will Be Waiting To (Hopefully) Conduct Summer Programs

26 Warms Springs Ranch Make Sure to plan a trip this Summer to Anheuser-Busch’s Warm Springs Ranch

30 Coming Together During COVID-19 Coronavirus Brings St. Louis’ Compassionate Side

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46 What She Wants for Mother's Day Four local moms share what they want for Mother's Day this year!

DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Giving Back

22 Food & Wine 30 Inspired By 34 Our Town 38 Page Turners 42 Healthy Lifestyle 46 Parting Thoughts

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Chesterfield Brightened By Leprechauns The 3rd Annual Shamrock 5K/10K and Lil' Leprechaun Run hosted by the Chesterfield Parks and Recreation staff was gleefully held at Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex on March 7. All participants who were 21 years or older received a free ticket for beer. Lil’ Leprechaun Run kids all received participation medals. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE PARKS DEPARTMENT.

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At-large members are Rachel Andreasson, Eddie

is Abigail Mueller, a junior at Whitfield School.

Coffield, Gerald Freeman, Jeremy Goldberg, Holly

She was named with the award by The Prudential

Ingraham, Chana Novack, Rachel Simoneau and

Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide pro-

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gram that honors young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. Abigail created a self-image education and men-

CHESTERFIELD MAKES TOP 20 SAFEST LIST

toring program that incorporated a website, live

While Chesterfield ranked 15th in the recent 2020

presentations, articles about internet safety and

“Safest Cities in Missouri” published by Alarms.org,

social media authenticity, as well as volunteer

nearby cities captured the top five spots.

efforts for nonprofits, such as Girls on the Run.

Ballwin took second place. Town & Country

She says her inspiration came from personal

was slated in third place. And, Eureka swept up

experiences. The program she developed is

fifth place. Additionally, Creve Coeur was in the

called "Self-ValYOU: Promoting Positive Personal

11th spot.

Imagery." She’s committed, she said, to giving peo-

Alarms.org is the official site of the National

ple “the tools they need to turn around negative

Council for Home Safety and Security. To identify

self-talk into positive self-image.”

the state’s safest cities, organizers of the list used

For her efforts, she will receive $1,000, an

the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report statistics

engraved silver medallion and an all-expenses-paid

to create the various crime averages for each munic-

trip this month to Washington, DC, for national rec-

ipality. There are two broad classifications of crimes:

ognition with select students from other states.

violent crimes and non-violent crimes. Cities that

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is

failed to submit a complete crime report to the FBI,

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JPROSTL ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD FOR 2020-22 JProStl is the association for staff who work at 50 nonprofits throughout the St. Louis Jewish community. The board will be installed at the Annual JProStl End of Year Event that was slated on May 5 at the Kaplan Feldman Complex from 3:30-5 p.m. The theme of the event is Express Yourself

They reportedly computed the total number of crimes reported by each city by adding violent crimes and property crimes. Data from 2,831 law enforcement agencies then was collected to determine police adequacy. Finally, all of the variables were combined to create a safety score for each city.

LOCAL RESTAURANTS RAISE FUNDS FOR FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER

and will focus on ways to elevate creativity in the

Chesterfield-based restaurants Vito’s in the

workplace. Randi Schenberg will be honored as

Valley, EdgeWild Bistro & Winery, Red Lobster

past president.

and YaYas Euro Bistro were among those eater-

Erin Schreiber will become president for 2020-

ies that helped raise $9,487 for Friends of Kids

22. Erin is the founding director of the Hillel

With Cancer during the 8th annual West County

at Maryville University and now manages the

Restaurant Week.

group. Vice Presidents are Sarah Levinson, man-

Proceeds benefit the cancer group’s emotional,

ager of NORC, the Naturally Occurring Retirement

educational and recreational programming through

Community at the Jewish Federation of St. Louis,

30 different programs. The group supports entire

and Liz Collins, co-director of Early Childhood at

families associated with children being treated.

Congregation Kol Rinah.

of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, and Sam Zitin

This cancer group was founded in 1992 by Jill

Committee Chairs are Alyssa Banford of the

Turec, a developmental specialist at Mercy Clinic

JCRC, Rabbi Daniel Bogard of CRC, Rabbi Lori

Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center, along

Levine of Congregation Shaare Emeth, Jessica Wax

with Susie Snowden and Molly Henry, parents of

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children in cancer treatment, with the assistance of Dr. Bob Bergamini, a pediatric oncologist at Mercy St. Louis. More than 20 restaurants participated in this fundraiser.

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LITSHOP NONPROFIT WILL BE WAITING TO (HOPEFULLY) CONDUCT SUMMER PROGRAMS ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LITSHOP

WHEN ST. LOUIS AREA SCHOOLS HAD TO CLOSE IN MARCH DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, THE FOUNDER OF A YOUNG, HOME-BASED STARTUP TO BENEFIT ADOLESCENT GIRLS ALSO HAD TO PAUSE THE GROUP’S UNIQUE, AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMMING. Kelli Best-Oliver, founder and executive director of the nonprofit LitShop, launched the skills-building program during February 2019 to provide a time and space for girls ages 10-14 to try carpentry, metal working, print making, fiber arts and architecture so they could experience what working in trades could be like. As a former St. Louis Public School educator and reading specialist, Kelli says she worries about the pathogen’s negative effects on elongating the traditional ‘summer learning loss’ phenomenon that many students face. “As soon as we come out the other side of this coronavirus situation and can conduct classes again socially, we’ll be ready to welcome girls with open arms and lots of ideas about how to create their own projects with purpose for their communities. They’ll surely be more than eager to do something hands-on,” she says. One possible way to contribute to the LitShop initiative is to donate extra tools perhaps found as homebound people clean and clear out their belongings during the extra time on their hands. Once it’s safe for people to exchange items, Kelli says she gladly would accept the extra items. LitShop provides programming that pairs literacy with building, all while exploring creativity and enabling girls to connect with other girls. “Our sessions and the type of projects we do foster leadership and confidence that our girls can use through adolescence and early adulthood,” says Kelli, who’s passionate about literacy and equity in urban education, and believes all students are capable and deserving of rich literate lives. Her work at LitShop allows her to help girls create their own means of construction and direct their own hands-on learning. CONTINUED >

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By working with other entities, such as Girl Scout troops, Missouri Women in Trades, Thomas Dunn Learning Center, Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls and Women in Architecture, the organization taps into the skills of carpenters, metalworkers, woodworkers, printmakers, fiber artists, architects, or any other folks who love to make and build. LitShop needs volunteers in workshops, maker mentors, data entry, marketing, events, fundraising and committee assistance. “Building and making is at the heart of what LitShop does. Giving girls real tools, materials and guidance through the design process helps them develop an entrepreneurial and DIY mindset,” says Kelli. “LitShop gives girls what they need to solve problems in their own lives and their communities, using their own brilliance and ingenuity.” She believes literacy skills are critical to girls’ academic and personal development. Students who don’t read proficiently are four times more likely to drop out of high school than their proficient peers, she says. Literacy skills are critical to informed decision-making, personal empowerment, and active participation in global and local socioeconomic communities, she adds. “In short, literacy empowers girls and enriches their lives. We want our girls to be proficient readers and writers, but more importantly, we want them to be lifelong readers who have rich, literate lives,” says Kelli. 20

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#3 – Cut single layer of thinly sliced Brie onto pastry #4 – Place thinly sliced apple on top of cheese layer, then sprinkle

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INGREDIENTS + 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil + 3 slices thick cut bacon, chopped + 1 shallot thinly sliced + ¼ cup milk + 1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper + 1/6 tsp salt + 1 cup Shredded Gruyere Cheese + 6 large eggs + Chives, chopped for garnish DIRECTIONS #1 – Preheat oven to 375 degrees # 2 – In oven-safe nonstick skillet, heat olive oil on medium heat, add bacon and shallot, stirring occasionally for about 6 minutes. #3 – Whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper; stir in Gruyere cheese.

#5 – Place pan in oven for 8-10 minutes, until top is set. Garnish with Chives

#4 – Add eggs to skillet, stir occasionally for about 3 minutes, forming curds and allowing runny egg to flow to the bottom of the pan

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ARTICLE KARA SAVIO

AS THE LEGENDARY ELLA FITZGERALD ONCE SANG, “INTO EACH LIFE, SOME RAIN MUST FALL.” And even though we can’t control how much it rains, we can make a decision – let ourselves get soaked, or break out the umbrella. The rain, of course, is COVID-19...the pandemic that’s threatening millions of lives and shaking the world’s confidence. Countries are on lockdown, schools closed, events canceled, factories shut down, and millions told to work from home. But there is a silver lining. Besides the dramatic changes and economic sacrifices to save lives, this crisis has also led to deep human friendships, and incredible acts of heroism, and sacrifice for one another. Kim McBride is an RN at Innovare Health and just one of the millions on the frontlines. And, as if that stress is not enough, on days off she delivers medications to those who can’t get out. McBride says, “It’s a God-given calling in my nature to help people whenever I can.” Fourth-grade teacher P. J. Elam Halter has her Mason ACL Elementary students writing thank you letters to all first responders. “I want it to be a fun way to teach the kids to appreciate the sacrifices so many are making,” says Halter. West County resident Laurie Contrera is just one of the many caring individuals placing teddy bears in windows so young kids can hunt them on walks and bike rides. Sheri Aven started out taking meals to her daughter

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Stephanie at St. Luke’s Hospital. That single gesture has now turned into goodie-filled baskets for all the nurses. Aven says, “I’m just one person delivering to one floor of nurses, but my hope is to start a ripple effect encouraging others to do the same.” Shawn Rimerman of ComForCare Home Care delivers free care packages to seniors and others. “We ask recipients to pledge a donation to STLGives.org to pay it forward,” Rimerman says. Disappointed due to her canceled birthday slumber party, Sarah Chudd’s 9-year-old instead enjoyed a 29 car parade with balloons and signs, thanks to amazing friends and neighbors. Chudd said, “Molly says it was her best birthday ever.”

“ We w a n t e d t o f ind a way to boost morale and lighten spirits during these diff icult t i m e s .”

Sarah Southards is a Doula supporting women trying to conceive. No longer able to go into hospitals, she now sews masks. “My hope is to help keep them safe while reminding them they’re appreciated and cared for,” Southards says. She’s already donated 200, with new requests daily. RN Natalie Biagi, formerly from St. Louis, now works COVID-19 crisis assignments out west but has not forgotten her hometown. She teamed up with her cousin Bailey Shafer, Crispy Edge’s Jesse Stuart, and businessman Jack Sheehan to start a GoFundMe campaign supporting shuttered restaurants and feeding healthcare workers here. Biagi says, “We wanted to find a way to boost morale and lighten spirits during these difficult times.” In four weeks they’ve raised $10,500.00. The St. Louis Community Foundation launched a new COVID-19 Regional Response Fund directing philanthropic resources to local people and institutions most affected. Firefighter Charlie Metzner’s charity, St Louis Hero Network, is feeding police, firefighters, and healthcare workers. “Company donations have enabled us to support those same restaurants that helped support our fallen hero’s last fall,” says Metzner. There’s no doubt when the dust settles, our lives will be changed in some ways forever. Yet, this crisis has given us a sense of purpose and the instinct to demonstrate love, kindness, and solidarity. That, we should be proud of. We can take comfort in knowing our “new normal” will perhaps be a kinder, gentler and more thoughtful world.

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SELF-ISOLATING WAS NECESSARY FROM A PUBLIC AND PERSONAL HEALTH STANDPOINT DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, HOWEVER, THAT STEP PUT A DENT IN MANY OF THE WAYS THAT PEOPLE TYPICALLY GATHER TO SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER EMOTIONALLY. At press time, many groups were attempting to establish alternative ways to virtually assist others. In the meantime, Chesterfield Lifestyle assembled the following list in hopes it will help. Beginning March 23, National Alliance on Mental Illness St. Louis professionals offered Online Basic Support Group using the videoconferencing app Zoom. Contact the NAMI St. Louis Helpline at 314.962.4670 for more information or visit online NAMISTL.org.

OTHER RESOURCES FOR EMOTIONAL SUPPORT: 1. Contact the Missouri Crisis Line for help at 888.761.4357 or text “HAND” to 839863. 2. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at 877.435.8411. 3. St. Louis County created a website dedicated to the dissemination of information relating to COVID-19, STLCorona.com. 4. Postpartum/New Mama’s Support Group; call 573.279.0939. 5. Mindfulness-Based CBT Social Anxiety Support; call 314.207.3597. 6. Adult Support and Psychoeducational Group, dial 636.333.1097.

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EMERGENCY INFORMATION / CRISIS RESPONSE (24/7 SERVICES): Behavioral Health Response (BHR): 314.469-6644/1.800.811.4760 Crisis Nursery HelpLine: 314.768.3201 Kids Under Twenty One (KUTO); peer support: 314.644.5886/1.888.644.5886 Kid Save: 1.800.334.4543 Life Crisis: 314.647.4357 National Hopeline Network: 1.800.273.TALK (8255) Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1.800.SUICIDE (784.2433) Youth In Need: 636.946.3771 Youth Emergency Service: 314.727.6294 Access and Functional Needs Registry: 314.615.4516

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If or when feeling overwhelmed, there are free resources available to help through this difficult time. The US Department of Health and Human Services maintains the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Disaster Distress Hotline with counselors available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call or text 800.985.5990 or go to SAMHSA.gov. Counselors

indicate

times

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violence.

Contact

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emotional

support

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Photo by Erin Elizabeth 1. Jessica Phillips, certified exercise coach and owner of The Exercise Coach facilities in Clayton, Town and Country and Webster Groves, recommends “The Secret” by Rhonda Byrne. It’s a self-help book regarding the power of positive thinking. The book suggests the notion that “like attracts the like,” which means if one emits positive energy, it will be very beneficial because that will attract positive things to that person. 2. Angela Carter, Mary Tuttle’s Floral and Gifts’ manager, suggests “Simple Acts of Kindness,” by Adams Media. The book outlines ways to practice kindness every day with easy, accessible activities that range from helping elderly to supporting animal welfare or protecting the local environment. It’s available in their store to buy for gift-giving. 3. Fonda Hereford, AssuredPartners senior vice president, proposes the book “Ahab’s Wife or, The Star-Gazer” by Sena Jeter Naslund. The book details main character Una’s life as she undertakes adventures and strife, and eventually struggles with husbands who are driven mad by the unconquerable force of mother nature.

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