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Kids Rock, Pets Rule

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Cute Kids & Furry Friends

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OUR ANNUAL KIDS ‘N PETS ISSUE IS DEDICATED TO SOME OF OUR CUTEST

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RESIDENTS. And we’ve covered tons of ideas for activities with your children, and

L AYO UT DESIGNER

even some for your pets.

Emily Lisenbee

Whether it’s a visit to the Museum of Transportation, fishing at a local lake, or

Judy Peters, Julie Brown Patton, Linda Jarrett

educating your kids, we want to support your efforts to see that your children

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stay happy and healthy. And with events like Celebrity Night for the Nursery, you

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can help ensure children at risk stay safe and cared for as well. Details of the event are on page 30.

If there’s one thing we’ve learned from living in St. Charles County, it’s that we sure do love our pets! This issue highlights some of the best resources for our furry friends, from veterinary care and boarding to specialty pet stores and pet-friendly patios.

As summer winds down and we prepare for another school year ahead, we hope you take the time and enjoy some quality experiences with your kids— and pets—this month.

As always, thanks for reading, and we’ll see you around town!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2021

FEATURES 14 VET STOP Keeping Your Pets Healthy & Happy

20 Unique Learning At Barat Academy West County School Allows Students Freedom To Explore Options

26 Working with Furry Friends Volunteering at a Pet Adoption Center is Fun, Rewarding, and Helpful

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30 Saint Louis Crisis Nursery 35 Years of Offering Support for Parents and Safety for Children

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Lifestyle Letter

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Around Town

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Local Experiences

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26 Inspired By 28 Local’s Choice 30 Local Limelight 33 Realty Report 34 Lifestyle Calendar

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KIDS + PETS WHILE IT’S NOT OVER YET, SUMMER IS SOON COMING TO AN END AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO BID ADIEU THAN TO SPEND TIME WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND OUR FAVORITE FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS! Embrace the end of the season by gathering the kids, dogs, and adults alike for some indoor and outdoor recreation and exploration, pet-friendly destinations that embrace our furry friends, and our end of summer and return to school summer party ideas!

END-OF-SUMMER HURRAH + 2021 Klondike Krawler -- the first-ever judged Remote Control Car event in the park, featuring 1/10, 1/18, or 1/24 scale RC crawlers, August 29.

4600 S Missouri 94, Augusta, MO 63332 + Celebrate Missouri’s 200th Birthday at this signature event held where our statehood began. 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at First Missouri State Capitol-St. Charles.

200 S. Main Street, St. Charles, MO 63301 + Meet famous Missourians Daniel and Rebecca Boone, portrayed by Colonels Robert and Shirley Pecoraro, Saturday, Aug 21, at the Daniel Boone Home.

1868 Hwy. F, Defiance, MO 63341 + The Festival of the Little Hills is back! Celebrating the rich history of St. Charles with 300+ vendors, craft demonstrations and antiques dealers August 20-22.

Main Street, St. Charles, MO 63301 + Joe Dirt & The Dirty Boys will perform at the free Beale Street Concert Series August 11, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at The Streets of St. Charles.

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KIDS AT PLAY + Take a hike along Peruque Creek at Quail Ridge Park, with over 250 acres of rolling pastures, wooded hillsides, and two fishing lakes.

560 Interstate Dr, Wentzville, MO 63385 + Scooter, Skateboard and BMX Lessons are available at Kinetic Park throughout the year for children ages 4-17.

7801 Town Square Ave., Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368 + David Chancelor of Climb So Ill - St. Charles says their mission is to challenge, educate and inspire individuals through a unique indoor rock-climbing experience.

650 N Main Center, Suite 105, St. Charles, MO 63301 + Walk along with a park ranger to learn about reptiles and amphibians living in our St. Charles County parks, August 25 at Indian Camp Creek.

2679 Dietrich Rd., Foristell, MO 63348 + There are four lakes at Fountain Lakes Park, open for fishing and stocked annually.

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PET-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCES + Kids and pets will enjoy being together at a dog park like Veterans Tribute Dog Park, and watching their furry friend socialize with other dogs.

1031 Kisker Rd., Weldon Spring, MO 63304 + One of the pet-friendly restaurants in the County is Bike Stop Café, where you can dine with your canine friends on a beautiful patio by the River.

701 S Riverside Dr, St. Charles, MO 63301 + At Canine Cookies n Cream, you can spoil your fur babies here with puppy ice cream and other treats for a variety of pets.

822 S. Main St., St. Charles, MO 63301 + If you’re coming here from out of town, The Clark Brick House B&B in Historic Saint Charles welcomes your pets for no extra fee.

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Most of the animals they care for are dogs and cats, but they say they do get the occasional bunny, guinea pig and pot-belly pig.

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The other veterinarians at Vet Stop include Dr. Tammy Smith, a graduate of the University of Missouri, who has been with Vet Stop for 25 years. Her interests include preventative and internal medicine and animal behavior. Dr. Michelle Thornberry specializes in preventive care, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery. She says her favorite part of being a veterinarian is providing people with knowledge that they did not have before they brought their pet to see her, and she strives hard to achieve practical solutions for the cases that come to her. Dr Erica Miller is the newest member of the team, and a fourth vet will be joining them shortly.

Dr. McKnight says she loves the medical challenge of veterinary medicine. “But most of all, the human-animal bond. Having some of the same clients for 25 years, they really are like family. I am caring for their pet from the time it’s like eight weeks old through the end of its life.”

She says the most important thing for your pet’s health are annual visits, with routine wellness workups including bloodwork. Heartworm testing and prevention are important since that is on the rise in this area.

In addition, dental health is vital. Brushing your dog’s teeth several times a week is necessary to help prevent heart disease and kidney disease. “At Vet Stop, we have a lot of extra training in dentistry and dental medicine.”

She says the most challenging part of the job is when a pet owner doesn’t realize there’s something seriously wrong with their pet and she has to give that news to them. Her best advice is to not let anything that seems to be bothering your pet go too long.

“If you’re suspicious, make a vet appointment.

And, having pet insurance is beneficial, so budget constraints don’t limit your options if they need serious treatment,” she adds.

Vet Stop is opening a second location in New Town in August.

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Unique Learning At Barat Academy WEST COUNTY SCHOOL ALLOWS STUDENTS FREEDOM TO EXPLORE OPTIONS

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ARTICLE LINDA JARRETT

T he vision is t o create a learning community of citizens t ransformed in Christ and who will ch ange t he world.

BARAT

ACADEMY

FOUNDER

AND

The academy’s small classes facilitate

PRESIDENT DEBBY WATSON SAYS

the students’ gifts and talents, and are the

SHE ALWAYS DREAMED OF STARTING

St. Louis area’s only co-educational col-

A SCHOOL BASED ON THE TRADI-

lege prep high school with gender-specific

TION OF SACRED HEART EDUCATION,

classrooms. “We have a culture of growth

WHICH BEGAN IN 1800 BY SISTER

and learning with a schooling model that

MADELINE SOPHIE BARAT IN FRANCE.

embraces kids in what we call an asset-

Her dream came true in 2007 when she

based way. You can’t do that with 35 kids

opened Barat Academy, a private, inde-

to a class, so we do it with 15,” she says.

pendent, Catholic college preparatory

In many schools, the bright students

school recognizing both the worth of each

and those who learn at a different pace

student’s intellect and the importance of

are placed in classes where they do well.

fostering caring citizens who become

However, the majority are in the mid-

lifelong learners.

dle. For those students, Barat Academy’s

The vision is to create a learning community of citizens transformed in

model is built around learning that fosters courage, confidence and integrity.

Christ and who will change the world,

“You can’t teach to the average because

says Debby. Located at 17815 Wild

you have to teach to the individual within

Horse Creek Road in Chesterfield, Barat

the context of their heart, and for us,

Academy serves the Chesterfield and

because it’s a Catholic institution, it is the

St. Charles populations, along with sur-

heart of Jesus,” Debby says.

rounding communities.

Barat Academy’s model teaches the

Explaining what differentiates a Sacred

child’s social, emotional and intellectual

Heart education from other forms of

growth with the teacher as a coach and

Catholic education, Debby says while

student as a worker, causing lifelong rela-

there’s some overlap, “the difference lies in

tionships to develop.

the spirituality of the Society of the Sacred

“Schooling and learning are two differ-

Heart to make known to the world God’s

ent things, and everyone thinks it’s the

love for humankind revealed in the heart

same thing,” she says. “You don’t have

of Jesus in history class, English class,

to go to school to learn because you’re

theology class and sports, so it’s part of

learning every day. The pandemic has

the culture of the school, not something

demonstrated that children can learn and

you teach in religion class.”

not be in a building.”

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Barat Academy

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LIVE. SHOP. WORK. DINE. “Your career path isn’t something where you have to be good at English, history, science, and math,” she adds.

“You usually go to college in the area that you like, and you get a job doing something in that field, but you don’t work in a workforce where you do eight different things every day in eight different silos.”

Debby believes most schools are teaching in the same model taught during the Industrial Revolution, where people came to work, ate lunch and went home at the ring of a bell.

Times have changed, and that model should, too, she suggests. Data shows that most people will have seven different jobs in their lifetimes.

Barat Academy teachers and staffers say they are poised to help students adapt to the changing times.

“Now, companies are looking for innovative people, people with intuition, people with problem-solving ability, people who can work within a team, and people who have courage and curiosity in their conversations,” she says.

With a representation of eight different

countries,

Barat

pro-

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VOLUNTEERING AT A PET ADOPTION CENTER IS FUN, REWARDING, AND HELPFUL

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ARTICLE JUDY PETERS

DO YOU LOVE CUTE, CUDDLY, FURRY ANI-

+ Doggie Dreams Field Trip

MALS? Then you may be a good candidate to volunteer

+ Bather/Groomer

at a pet adoption center.

+ Photographer

St. Charles County Pet Adoption Center volunteers

+ Adoption Counselor

provide hands-on care to dogs, cats and other adoptable

+ Veterinary Assistant

animals seeking new homes. In a typical year, volunteers

+ Staff Assistant

provide more than 5,000 hours of service to the facility.

+ Launderer

Recently, several members of the St. Charles

+ Public Education

County Pet Adoption Center staff completed training to improve its Volunteer Program in recruiting, training and leading volunteers.

The facility features animals of many breeds, sizes and ages that are eager to join a forever home. Staff strives

“With this training, we will have a better prepared,

to collect a history of the animal, treat medical issues

more engaged, team available to help care for and find

and help visitors select the best pet for their family. The

the right homes for our animals. And, it will enable our

$60 adoption fee for dogs and cats includes a health

staff to provide a more valuable, rewarding experience

examination, initial vaccinations, spay/neuter service

for those who offer their time and talents to the shelter,”

and microchipping.

says Katie Wills, Division of Humane Services Director.

Donations to the Center are always appreciated.

The 15,000-square foot Pet Adoption Center, located

For a list of new or gently-used items needed, or to

at 4850 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, provides kennel housing

make a financial donation, go to Sccmo.org/860/

for dogs, cats, and other adoptable pets, as well as a

Needed-Donations.

veterinary clinic to care for lost pets and stray animals.

After completing an application, orientation and training, volunteers can perform a variety of roles such as: + Kennel assistant + Greeter

To learn more about becoming a volunteer with the Pet Adoption Center, visit Sccmo.org/862/ Volunteer-Positions.

For information on animals now available for adoption, visit Sccmo.org/Pets or call 636-949-7387.

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Woods Basement Systems team members are celebrating the company’s 35th anniversary throughout August. Woods’ professionals serve Missouri and Illinois residents for basement, crawl space and foundation solutions.

They especially address sagging floors, waterproofing homes, pool deck leveling/lifting, sump pump issues or leaky basements.

“Giving homeowners and customers peace of mind is always our goal,” says Dave Thompson, Woods director of marketing. “It’s a blessing customers recommend us to neighbors because we’re known for

“Our philosophy is that we’re helping a family in a home, not just putting in a sump pump.”

doing the right work and having the best products. In fact, we have unique patented systems designed for basements.”

He says customer surveys indicate they’re impressed with the thoroughness of Woods’ professionals in explaining what they’ll do for projects, as well as answering all questions during pre- and post- walkthroughs.

Woods Basement Systems owners Anna Lee and Rick Woods.

“Our philosophy is that we’re helping a family in a home, not just putting in a sump pump. Our excellent work solutions show customers they made the right decision to work with us. It’s like our family serving other families,” Dave adds.

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The company’s projects come with a life-of-the-structure warranty, which Dave says is transferable. They also work through two national dealer networks, based on top-performance certifications associated with integrity.

Recently, Dave says they’ve been installing new footing piers to encircle horseshoe-shaped, college football stadiums in four states.

Free quotes can be requested by calling 314.965.1980 or 618.344.2288 WoodsBasementSystems.com CityLifestyle.com/StCharlesCounty

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"Celebrity Night for the Nursery” is Thursday, August 19.

35 YEARS OF OFFERING SUPPORT FOR PARENTS AND SAFETY FOR CHILDREN

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Saint Louis Crisis Nursery

E ve r y C h i l d D e s e r ve s t o B e S a fe a n d H a p py.

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THE SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY PROVIDES A SHORT-

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TERM, SAFE HAVEN FOR 5,000 CHILDREN A YEAR, BIRTH

supported the Crisis Nursery monetarily and with their time or

THROUGH AGE 12, WHOSE FAMILIES FACE AN EMER-

talents,” says DiAnne Mueller, CEO of the Crisis Nursery.

GENCY CAUSED BY ILLNESS, HOMELESSNESS, DOMESTIC

For 2021, the Crisis Nursery has expanded its annual “Celebrity

VIOLENCE OR OVERWHELMING PARENTAL STRESS. The

Night for the Nursery” to include several locations around the

non-profit organization is a recognized leader in the prevention of

area on Thursday, August 19. The fundraising event will include

child abuse and neglect in the region.

sports celebrities, media celebrities, business celebrities, and

Parents bring children to the Nursery free of charge, on a voluntary basis where they receive a medical exam, therapeutic activi-

community celebrities—as well as Spiderman, Wonder Woman, and Elvis, along with music, balloon artists, and free samples.

ties, nutritious meals and take-home necessities. Parents receive

“We know that parenting is hard, and if parents do not have

crisis counseling, in-home visits, parent educational groups, and

support, children can bear the brunt of parental anger and

community outreach. Since 1986, the Crisis Nursery has kept

stress. Every penny raised at Celebrity Night will be used in

125,000 children safe with 4.84 million hours of crisis care.

our area to help kids and families.”

“As the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery celebrates its 35th birthday this year, we recognize the strength of the families who turned

For more details on the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery, call 314.292.5770 or visit CrisisNurseryKids.org.

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REALTY REPORT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG DOM BDRMS BATHS

Camelot - Lancelot Dr

$1,239,000

$1,220,000

98

22

5

6

Wind Castle - Windcastle Dr

$989,000

$1,052,000

106

6

3

4

Austin Ridge - Austin Pass Dr

$995,000

$1,052,000

106

86

7

6

Barton Creek -Barton Creek Blvd

$869,999

$860,000

99

85

5

5

Stonebrooke - Stonebrooke Ln

$839,000

$850,000

101

2

5

4

Westleigh - Westleigh Ct

$815,000

$815,000

100

2

3

3

Barathaven - Coalter Ridge Ct

$800,000

$785,000

98

9

4

5

Hidden Vista Est - Hidden Vista Dr

$775,000

$785,000

101

0

5

4

Lake St Louis Islands - Edgwewater

$777,000

$777,000

100

0

3

3

New Town - Tarn St

$724,999

$750,000

103

76

4

4

Flint Ridge Farms - Flint Ridge

$675,000

$730,000

108

1

4

4

Sycamore Creek - Hickory Grove Ln

$725,000

$730,000

101

2

4

4

Country Oaks - Timber Pines Dr

$729,000

$729,000

100

2

4

4

Oaks of Andrew Woods - Forest Crest

$675,000

$718,000

106

10

4

4

Muirfield Manor - Catherine Ct

$659,000

$659,000

100

1

3

4

Bogey Hills Est - Number Eleven Green

$650,000

$655,001

101

4

5

4

Williamsburg on the Green - Greensburg Ct

$627,000

$620,000

98

19

3

4

Hidden Creek - Wooded Creek

$620,000

$620,000

100

0

4

5

Ballantrae - Braeswick Dr

$560,000

$601,250

107

4

5

5

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SEP 10

HAPPY 200TH BIRTHDAY, MISSOURI!

BORN TO BOOGIE

SPIRIT OF DISCOVERY PARK GALA

First Missouri State Capitol

Country music icon Hank Williams

Spirit of Discovery Park invites you to

2021 marks 200 years of incredible

performs at The Family Arena

its 4th Annual Gala & Virtual Auction

Missouri history--amazing achieve-

August 14. A CMA Entertainer of the

with emcee Todd Thomas-St. Louis

ments, wondrous landscapes, fas-

Year, GRAMMY winner and mem-

Cardinal’s “THAT ONE GUY,” on

cinating people and so much more!

ber of the Nashville Songwriters

September

You’re invited to this signature state-

Hall of Fame, Hank is known as one

Albums, created by special needs

wide event at the place where our

of the most dynamic live performers

artist, Ian, and additional pieces

statehood began. Come appreciate

ever to take the stage.

of his artwork and others, will be

Foundry Art Centre

Family Arena

all the Show-Me State has to offer!

Vinyl

proceeds

directly

benefit

the

development of the park. Tickets: SpiritOfDiscoveryPark.com.

MISSOURI STATE FAIR

CELEBRITY NIGHT FOR THE NURSERY

The 119th Missouri State Fair, themed

Sports celebrities, media celebrities,

“Our Missouri Celebration” is Aug

business

12-22 in Sedalia. Trace Adkins will

celebrities—the Saint Louis Crisis

open the 2021 grandstand concert

Nursery’s Celebrity Night for the

series on Opening Day. Other per-

Nursery 2021 will have them all at

Would you like to get in touch with

formers include Boyz II Men, Tyler

their annual “Celebrity Night for

us? We would love to hear from

Farr and Tenille Townes. For informa-

the

August

you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.

tion and ticket pricing: MoStateFair.

19, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For var-

com/StCharlesCounty using the

com/Locations/Grandstand.

ious locations and more informa-

Get In Touch link and let us know

tion: CrisisNurseryKids.org/events.

what you think.

Sedalia, MO

Streets of St. Charles

celebrities,

community

Nursery,” Thursday,

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