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Explore & Experience Even though we’ve had a mild winter this year, we think most of us would agree that we're looking forward to getting outside more, exploring and seeing those spring flowers and trees blooming.

Just like the spring brings renewal and freshness to our land, we as individuals should try to stay fresh and new, and leave room for trying new places and things. Maybe you’ve been in a rut, or your calendar has been too full for "adventures" and “exploration,” but it doesn't have to be something big and crazy. It can be driving around a part of the county you’ve never been to, walking a different trail or finding a fun new place you’ve been meaning to visit.

Our hope is that this issue encourages you to make room for exploration.

To prioritize time away from the regular schedule of life. To get the kids off screens, and to lose yourselves on a trail or in a book. To schedule that trip you’ve been thinking about, to make time for the things that matter most to you, but often come last on the calendar.

If April showers bring May flowers, make time to play in the rain! I did that as a kid and I loved it. Be sure to post your experiences on our Facebook and Instagram pages. We’d love to see your adventures!

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inside the issue The Explore Issue

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14 Baseball/Sports Yield Life’s Lessons

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Lifestyle Letter

Cardinals Manager Looks Forward To New Redbird Season And

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City Scene

New App Developed With Wife

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Business Monthly

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Local Experiences

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Athlete Life S PO RTS + R EC R EATION

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Must See ENT ERTA I NMENT

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Healthy Lifestyle HEA LT H + W E L L N E SS

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Road Trip T R AV EL

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Realty Report R EA L ESTAT E

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Events

20 The Muny Premieres Four New Shows, Brings Back Favorites Bravo To The St. Louis Municipal Opera Theatre’s 105th Season

26 Alana Fravell: How To Live Life Of Quality, Simplicity Feeling Best Starts With What’s Consumed

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Photography: Courtesy of VS St. Louis Cardinals Manager Oliver Marmol and wife Amber Marmol

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Join us as we celebrate Wings of Hope and renew our commitment to changing and saving lives through the power of aviation. This very special evening — our largest annual fundraising event — will feature a cocktail hour, dinner, special programming, and silent and live auctions. We are thrilled to welcome back as our auctioneer and emcee KSDK’s Rene Knott. We anticipate a sellout, so get your tickets today. For more information and tickets, visit wingsofhope.ngo/gala or scan the QR code below.

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1: Photographer Randy Gusdorf’s work was displayed at St. Charles Community College’s Urban Scenes exhibit recently. 2: Awesome boats displayed by Marine Dealers from Lake-of-the-Ozarks at The St. Charles Boat Show. 3: Mardi Gras Parade After-Party held at The Foundry parking lot. Next year’s event: Feb. 10. 4: St. Charles Mardi Gras Parade in Frenchtown was a colorful, fun event enjoyed by all! 5: Dr. Ben and Rachel Conoyer, Mark and Jenny Prouhet: co-chairs of Boys/Girls Club Annual Gala. 6: A fun time was had by all at Ladies Night at April’s on Main-St. Charles. 7: Come explore the Farmers & Artists Market at The Meadows, Saturdays 8 a.m. – noon.

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Savor Opens On North Main-St. Charles Marsha and Scott Timme opened a new restaurant at 221 N. Main St., in St. Charles that fulfills Chef Marsha's long-time dream. Savor serves appetizers, burgers and sandwiches, soups and salads, flatbreads and entrees.

They have live music on Friday and Saturday nights. They say they wanted a “cozy feel where you can come in for a date night or in your T-shirt and blue jeans, and either way you’re going to feel comfortable.”

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

You only live once; make the most of it! Choose your next adventure and broaden your horizons, increase your heart rate, and try something new that will fill your bucket.

Our Picks to Choose Your Next Adventure ST. LOUIS BALLOONING ADVENTUR ES: Soar in a hot air balloon with St.

Louis Ballooning Adventures, located in Foley, MO. Flies over Western St. Charles County, April through October. 310 Lost Arrow Ct., Foley, MO THE PAR K AT NEW MELLE LAKES: Go kayaking or paddle boarding at several St. Charles County Parks; self-serve watercraft stations are open April October. Must rent a watercraft in advance. 400 Foristell Rd., New Melle, MO ST. CHAR LES FLYING SER VICE: If you've always wanted to learn to fly, now is the time...with St. Charles Flying Service--helping thousands reach their professional and recreational aviation goals. 6016 Portage Rd., Portage des Sioux, MO CLIMB SO ILL : For great exercise and indoor adventure, Climb So iLL at The Steel Shop features several unique climbing areas, each one designed for every ability level. 650 N. Main St., St. Charles, MO PAR ADISE PAR ASAIL: Paradise Parasail guarantees a scenic and safe ride over the Lake of the Ozarks. 1100 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark, MO

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Life’s Lessons

Cardinals Manager Looks Forward To New Redbird Season And New App Developed With Wife ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON

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Photo Credit: Taka Yanagimoto / St. Louis Cardinals

St. Louis Cardinals Manager Oliver Marmol's life revolves around sports on and off t he diamond.

Of course, he admires various public and group elements of The Lou, but one recent initiative undertaken with his wife, Amber, remains personal to his core values. When Oli was a coach in the Cardinals’ minor league system in 2013, he and Amber went on a weeklong mission to an orphanage in Central America. As devout Christians, they saw dire needs there, which Amber says ignited their desire to build something sustainable to give back to the next generation. They eventually launched a new program through an artificial intelligence-driven app to raise charitable funds while also helping youths, in general, to excel in life and sports.

"Shortly after a mission trip we took to poverty-stricken areas of Guatemala, we got this idea aimed at helping aspiring youth, not only in sports but in every day.

Naturally, we started with baseball but it

quickly expanded into various sports," recalls Amber.

Oli says it was the most poverty they'd ever seen firsthand, and it changed the way they approached their own lives and finances.

"There was a village of kids who were eating only one meal every three days."

Amber suggested that she and Oli start a company through which he would provide baseball lessons to young players and 50% of the revenue would go to a feeding center in Guatemala. So they did. Based on the initial approach, they were able to write a check to the orphanage that allowed the youth to eat three meals a day for about six or seven months. Amber decided unequivocally that wasn't enough.

"Our hearts started with international interests. But the more we thought about it, we realized that we had helpful sports-related information that could help kids of all ages in lifelong ways. Tips about perseverance, principles, work ethic and mental approaches to challenges," says Amber,

who developed a business strategy for what became the app so that youths could access lessons that would figuratively open doors for them.

The Marmols' commitment and creativity led to co-founding Versus (VS), a new sports edtech platform combining world-class athletes and conversational video artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver video content that provides lessons to young athletes. The app was launched in August 2022. Additional co-founders were Mike Shildt, former manager of the Cardinals, and Trey Nielsen, former professional baseball player.

Amber says, "We wanted to help elevate and empower kids in life. That's what gets us excited about it."

VS includes well-known baseball names, including Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, as well as St. Louis Cardinals' stars Albert Pujols and Adam Wainwright. Among those who provide softball instruction and tips on the app are Jennie Finch and Jessica Mendoza.

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Oliver and Amber Marmol / Photo courtesy of VS

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“VERSUS (VS) IS A REVOLUTIONARY DIGITAL LEARNING APP THAT GIVES ATHLETES EVERYWHERE ACCESS TO LEARNING FROM TODAY’S LEADING SPORTS STARS. ”

The app now includes soccer-based tips as well, from Olympians and champions, such as Tyler Adams, Tim Howard, Kelley O’Hara, Ashlyn Harris, Ali Krieger and David Copeland-Smith.

Each of the professional athletes featured on VS were asked at least 600 questions on a spectrum of topics. Users then may ask questions and receive answers in real-time in conversational AI technology built by StoryFile. It even includes ideas about how to perform under pressure and deal with social or peer issues.

Future content on VS is expected to cover related, performance-optimizing factors, such as nutrition, fitness recovery and sleep regimens.

To locate this app, visit Apple's online App Store and locate Versus Interactive/Sports Performance Training. The VS course content includes a three-day free trial. The cost of an annual membership to VS is $199, however, it's currently being offered at $129 for a limited time. Customers have unlimited access to all courses and questions, along with behind-thescenes content.

VS contributes 10% of the topline revenue to charitable organizations that focus on development and access for underserved youth around the United States.

"We hope and want youths who access the app to learn that succeeding in life, as it is in sports, is a process. It's OK to fail during that process because people that they admire also

have done that; it's just part of reaching goals," says Amber.

"The concept of having staying power, or tenacity, is especially important in today's social media environment. We want youths to know not to be afraid of their personal journeys."

WHAT'S IN STORE FOR THE 2023 REDBIRDS SEASON? Oliver was promoted from bench coach in 2022 to become the youngest current manager in major league baseball at age 35 -- five years younger than the next-youngest manager, in fact. He infused a variety of experiences to now leading the team, based on being the Cardinals' first base coach as of the 2017 season. Before the 2019 season, the Cardinals shifted him to bench coach. On Oct. 25, 2021, he was promoted to manager of the Cardinals.

As one of the nation's oldest and most successful professional baseball clubs, Oli leads a Cardinals' roster of 12 coaches, who cover game planning, hitting, pitching, the bench, the bases and the bullpen.

At press time, the Cardinals were already doing well at spring training in Jupiter, Fla. "I'm looking forward to this upcoming baseball season because the team and coaches have really nice chemistry and dynamics already," says Oli. As 11-Time World Series Champions, the Cardinals’ 2023 season spans March 30 through Oct. 1.

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Bravo To The St. Louis Municipal Opera Theatre’s 105th Season

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THE MUNY PREMIERES FOUR NEW SHOWS, BRINGS BACK FAVORITES ARTICLE BY JUDY PETERS

One of the most iconic and historic St. Louis activities to enjoy with family and friends every summer is The St. Louis Municipal Opera Theatre.

The Muny’s 105th Season is bursting with premieres, comedies, romance and magic! The 2023 season kicks off with The Muny premiere of Beautiful: The Carole King Story (June 12-18), followed by the Muny favorite, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (June 22–30); Chess makes its Muny premiere, in partnership with the World Chess Hall of Fame and Saint Louis Chess Club (July 5–11); the epic love story, West Side Story returns to the Muny stage (July 15–21); also returning to the stage after over a decade is the comedy to die for, Little Shop of Horrors (July 25–31); the long-awaited Muny premiere of Rent finally arrives (August 4–10) and the grand finale of the season is the divine musical comedy, Sister Act (August 14–20).

Single tickets go on sale May 22.

“We are featuring a premier collection of artists, many of whom have created great work on our stage in the past,” says Muny Artistic Director

and Executive Producer Mike Isaacson. “Our 2023 season promises to be a wonderful adventure for our audience and our community, and I can’t wait for June!”

“One of the greatest gifts we have is the opportunity to ask our audience what productions they want to see each year and from my earliest days as an usher, and still now, I am always excited by our audience’s energy around the season survey,” says Muny President and CEO Kwofe Coleman. “That excitement is doubled and the relationship with the audience only deepened in a year like this where we will be presenting so many of the most requested productions from the survey."

"Season 105 will be a thrilling journey that we cannot wait to go on with our audience,” adds Kwofe.

Don’t forget to show up early for the Preshow Festival prior to each Muny show, from 6:45-8 p.m. Each summer, The Muny welcomes more than 100 community organizations, theatre troupes and musical acts for preshow entertainment. What better way to kick off a night at the theatre than by CONTINUED >

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supporting St. Louis’ bustling arts scene? As a matter of fact, City Lifestyle magazines will be hosting a pre-show on June 29, so please mark your calendars for that.

Muny guests can treat themselves to dinner before the show at one of The Muny’s cafes or unpack a picnic on the grass. Several picnic tables are located around the grounds, but guests may want to bring an extra-large blanket just in case.

Café One’s menu at The Muny features a delicious blend of grab-and-go favorites, such as pizzas, sandwiches, finger foods and frozen treats.

And the new Culver Pavilion is now available for dining, including a walk-up service with signature cocktails from the bar and a selection of self-serve gourmet hors d’ oeuvres, as well as the new dining experience featuring bistro-style seating and delicious charcuterie selections, hot appetizers and vegetarian options. Dine under this covered pavilion surrounded by the beautiful sights of Forest Park and enjoy live music and entertainment from the East Pre-show Stage.

It’s sure to be another great season under the stars at The Muny. For tickets or more information, visit Muny.org or call 314.361.1900.

“Café One’s menu at The Muny features a delicious blend of grab-and-go favorites, such as pizzas,sandwiches, finger foods and frozen treats.”

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Alana Fravell: How To Live Life Of Quality, Simplicity FEELING BEST STARTS WITH WHAT’S CONSUMED ARTICLE BY JUDY PETERS PHOTOGRAPHY BY MEGAN REED - HEY BIX BESTIES RETREATS

Alana Fravell is driven to help people live their best lives by sharing the knowledge she honed as an entrepreneur, hospitality degree holder, horticulturalist, master gardener, farmer, dog mom, designer, small business owner, aspiring private chef, and, as she calls it, a “walking freaking Pinterest board.”

Alana grew up in the greenhouse business, working each summer with her parents’ business, Jan’s Plants in St. Charles County. She and her husband, Bob, currently run Sugar Grove Growers in Troy, Mo., started by Bob’s parents in 1979. Bob can be found at the farm most days, growing the plants and seasonal produce sold at Sugar Grove Growers, and Alana can be found at the store, working with customers – sharing cooking and gardening advice.

"Feeling our best starts with what we put in our body," Alana believes.

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“The meals you eat and the drinks you consume matter for showing up the way you want in your life.”

blogger -- teaching about lifestyle and wellness. “I help people increase their quality of life through nutrition, nature, homelife and self-care,” she explains.

She even offers personal catering and cooking lessons.

“The meals you eat and the drinks you consume matter for showing up the way you want in your life. One example of that is what you are drinking while in social or even professional settings,” she adds, suggesting a healthier alternative to alcoholic beverages in the form of mocktails.

“Mocktails provide an opportunity to explore fresh, seasonal flavors while ensuring you’ll still feel great the next day. When I’m hosting workshops and sharing handcrafted mocktails, I am always surprised at the number of people who tell me they abstain or only drink occasionally, citing health reasons, or they don’t love the way it makes them feel. I believe when we offer non-alcoholic options, we’re being more inclusive and accommodating to our guests," she says.

“If you’re making them at home, it’s a way to treat yourself without any of the highs and lows that come with alcohol. Alcohol permeates our brains within minutes of consumption, and as a depressant, it suppresses neural activities in the brain. When I’m looking to meet new people or create a meaningful connection, I don’t want my brain activity reduced.”

Alana says she has been enjoying an alcohol-free lifestyle since 2021. “I wasn’t always enjoying it. When you choose not to imbibe, it can feel isolating. But I have embraced the opportunity to highlight seasonal ingredients, try unusual combinations, and select elements that make the beverages I consume feel truly special.”

To make delicious mocktails at home, start the base with flavor. “I like flavored sparkling water, kombucha, infused water or fresh fruit juice. Club soda works in a pinch but offers less flavor. Then, you need

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something fresh, like a squeeze of lemon or lime, muddled seasonal fruit, herbs like the ones we offer at Sugar Grove Growers, and don’t forget about crisp cucumbers. This is a great place to highlight seasonal ingredients. Lastly, you need a little flair to make the drink feel special.

I like to add a few drops of high-quality citrus essential oils to add some real flavor depth. Source handcrafted local elixirs and syrups like All Things Elderberry’s Elixir, or make simple syrup with seasonal ingredients, then add fresh or dried herbal garnishes. Use fun paper straws, hunt down thrift store finds for unique glassware, or select cocktail napkins that express a theme.”

Here’s one recipe to enjoy: Kombucha Bubbly Mocktail “You don’t need an excuse to substitute a mocktail for a cocktail when it tastes this good. Something about the fermented effervescence of kombucha makes you feel like you’re imbibing a real spirit. This drink is a crowd-pleaser because it has everything you want in a special occasion beverage. It is sweet, tart, fizzy and fresh,” Alana assures.

Mix these ingredients and pour over ice: • 3 ounces ginger kombucha • 3 ounces of a fruit-forward kombucha, such as pomegranate or peach • 1 ounce maple syrup • 1 flamed orange peel or a drop of doTERRA wild orange essential oil • 1 sprig fresh rosemary Full recipe and instructions can be found online at AlanaFravell.com. Her other classes and workshop offerings also are summarized online, with topics that include: cooking and nutrition, selfcare, time in nature, alcohol-free lifestyle, making your home your sanctuary and adventure.

“Mocktails provide an opportunity to explore fresh, seasonal flavors while ensuring you’ll still feel great the next day.”

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Sleep Inside, Outside 4 Incredible places to (literally) sleep under the stars

Photography by Amangiri, USA

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It’s always magical to spend a night sleeping under the stars. In decades past, adventure seekers have packed the SUV or camper with tents and gear for ‘roughin’ it’ in the great outdoors. But the swanky and exploding category of luxury outdoor hotel is something to investigate for an unforgettable, next-level experience.

For those who prefer glamping rather than pitching their own tent fireside, here are a few options that incorporate sweeping views and a unique

opportunity for travelers to be more authentically embedded in the landscape of the place they’re visiting. These resorts have bucket list-worthy rooms that capture the best of both the luxury resort experience and the outdoors.

Whether you crave the dry heat of the remote Utah desert or the luminous beauty of the Northern Lights, we’ve curated a short list of some places you *must* check out.

Photography by Amangiri, USA

Amangiri, Utah In southern Utah, Amangiri is a five star resort perfect for an adventurous weekend in the desert. However, it is the simple rooms built to emphasize the beauty of Canyon Point that truly make it an incredible place to stay.

Each suite has an outdoor lounge and fireplace with private pools or rooftop terraces available too. Don’t miss a dip in the ‘gram-worthy pool, which wraps around the landscape’s curved dunes and arid plateaus.

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Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza The Spanish island Ibiza boasts lush pine forests, hidden calas (cove beaches) and Hacienda Na Xamena, a resort suspended on a cliff 600 feet above the Mediterranean.

Guests flock to its spa for the eight saltwater thalassotherapy (seawater as a form of therapy) lagoons, which are linked together with waterfalls. Swim to the edge of the pool and drink in the sweeping sea vistas.

Photography Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza ©

Photography by Pacuare Lodge

Pacuare Lodge, Costa Rica This jungle hideaway is so out there, you have to whitewater raft down a river or ride a gondola to get there. A network of hanging bridges connect the villas, which have thatched roofs, plantation teak wood floors, rattan furniture and private plunge pools. In the evening, zip 400 feet down a cable for a meal at the Nest, a platform at the top of a ceiba tree, then take a night-time stroll along romantic pathways lit by candles and lanterns.

Photography by Pacuare Lodge

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Photography by Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, Finland These arctic igloos make Urho Kekkonen National Park look like a dreamy winter wonderland. Snuggle up inside the glass-roofed globe and watch the dancing northern lights overhead. Get immersed in the world of northern lights, midnight sun and other miracles of this world-renowned arctic resort. Just bundle up before stepping outside – temperatures can drop to -22 degrees!

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realty report A sample of recently sold properties in St. Charles County.

N E I GH BO RH O O D

LIST P RIC E

SO L D P RIC E

% L IST

DO M

B DRM S

B AT H S

Windcastle - Windcastle Dr

$1,049,000

$1,029,000

98

26

4

5

Castlebrook Est - Castleview Ct

$749,000

$742,000

99

90

4

4

Manors of Wynnbrooke - Wynnbrooke Manor Ct

$699,900

$711,900

102

52

4

4

Oaks of Andrew Woods - Forest Crest Ct

$699,900

$675,000

96

83

3

4

Muirfield Manor - Magdalen Ln

$665,000

$658,000

99

36

4

4

Wyndgate Village - Gatehouse Cir

$640,000

$630,000

98

65

3

3

Fieldstone Farm - Aston Way Dr

$623,990

$623,990

100

2

5

5

Manors of Austin Ridge - Austin Ridge Dr

$615,000

$575,000

93

153

5

3

Dardenne Estate - Edenbrook Dr

$569,999

$569,999

100

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4

4

Trails of Jacob Summit - Glen Summit

$575,000

$565,000

98

5

4

3

Manors of Meadowlake - Waterside Ct

$540,000

$555,000

103

34

3

3

Muirfield - Muirfield Ct S

$549,900

$549,900

100

19

4

4

Silver Pine Ridge - Deerfield Ct

$525,000

$530,000

101

13

3

3

Muirfield - Muirfield Woods Ct

$479,900

$479,900

100

9

3

3

Princeton Place - Jacobs Crossing Dr

$395,000

$420,000

106

2

4

3

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APRIL 2023

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

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Spruce Up For Spring

ST. CHARLES CON VEN TION CENT E R | 9 :0 0 A M Learn about and buy the latest home improvement products and services at The Builders St. Charles Home Show, with 250 companies in one place. Free admission and free parking.

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Kids Will Love Dino Ranch LIVE

ST. CHARLES FAMILY AREN A | 6 :0 0 P M Dino Ranch Live will Dino-SOAR onto The Family Arena stage for the first time on April 14 at 6 p.m. The funfilled, family-friendly and action-packed live show is based on the hit animated series on Disney Junior. It turns Dino Ranch into an epic, live adventure that audiences will never forget. Tickets: DinoRanchLive.com .

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Free Easter Egg Hunt At Hartke

H ARTKE N URS ERY | 10:00 AM Hartke Nursery, a family-owned garden center supplies plants, landscaping materials and seasonal gifts, as well as hosting events throughout the year. Join them April 16 for a free Easter Egg Hunt. Call to reserve a spot: 314.997.6679. Bring your own basket. Children will have the opportunity to pot up their own flower to take home.

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Biking & Brunch

BAN G ERT IS LAN D-ST. CHAR LES | 1 0 :30 A M For women who like mountain biking and brunch, this event is perfect. Meet park rangers at Bangert Island, ride 4 miles through the park alongside the Missouri River. Then bike the 1-mile trail into town to enjoy brunch at Bike Stop Café. Afterward, ride back to Bangert Island. Bring funds for brunch, mountain bike and helmet. Pre-registration required: SCCMO.org .

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FRIENDS-themed Game Night

PEZOLD BAN QUET AN D MEETI NG C E NT E R | 6 :30 P M The Cottleville Weldon Spring Chamber hosts the 3rd Annual Game Night based on the TV Show, "Friends," with "Friends"-themed games, puzzles, quizzes and more. Sponsored by Promotions Pronto, with Coffee Bar provided by PJ's Coffee O'Fallon. Tables of 8: $200 (includes beer, water, soda). Outside food/ snacks are welcome, outside alcohol is not allowed. To register: CottlevilleWeldonSpringChamberOfCommerce.com/game-night .

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One With Courage Gala

AMER ISTAR CON FEREN CE CEN T E R | 6 :0 0 P M The 10th annual One With Courage Gala, emcee'd by Tom Ackerman, KMOX News sports director, raises funds for The Child Advocacy Center of Northeast Missouri to provide crucial services to kids and families that have experienced abuse. This inspirational night is their largest fundraiser of the year. Tickets: One.BidPal.net/ cacgala23/ticketing .

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