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JULY 2019 PUBLISHER

Judy Peters | judy.peters@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

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Cindy O'Hara, Amy Armour, John Mohr

Ahh, Summer—My Favorite Time of Year!

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THE POOL, THE PICNICS, CAMPING, VACATIONS TO THE BEACH OR THE MOUNTAINS, ICE CREAM, WATERMELON—WHAT'S NOT TO LOVE ABOUT SUMMER? It’s also a time for enjoying music outdoors. We have some great local bands and fun music venues in our community. For some of the Sounds of Summer, see pages 22-25.

Fourth of July is a fun time with family, fireworks and festivals, but it also reminds us to honor our veterans who paid the price for our independence. We have the utmost gratitude. Take time to visit some of the county’s veterans memorials, highlighted on pages 16-20.

With so much to see and do this month, we only scratched the surface of what St. Charles County has to offer, but we hope this issue gets you off to a good start. So, take this summer issue with you to the pool, the park, the beach—or on a chaise lounge in the back yard. And, as always, we hope you enjoy!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2019

FEATURES 12 Families Volunteering Together Families Spend Quality Time Together Serving the Community

16 Honoring Our Veterans Monuments Throughout the County Pay Homage

22 Sounds of Summer Outdoor Summer Concert Lineup

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30 Meet the New Owners of Erio's Local Eatery Bids Nod to Italian Roots

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Giving Back

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GOOD TIMES

Special Needs Stars Experience Ultimate Prom Stars Shining Brilliantly recently gave 145 disabled men and women from St. Charles County the ultimate prom experience at "A Night of Dancing with the Stars" complete with limo rides, dinner and dancing. The nonprofit organization's mission is to provide positive social interaction experiences for special needs children with developmental disabilities living in St. Charles County.

St. Charles 250th Birthday Bash Historic Main Street was alive with folks taking a "stroll down memory lane" as Saint Charles celebrated its Sestercentennial May 18-19.

Entitled "An Adventure 250 Years in the Making," the celebration honored not only the larger-than-life legendary figures that helped shape the city’s past but also the everyday citizens. Their names never appeared in textbooks or were inscribed on monuments, but they have no less left an indelible mark on making St. Charles what it is today. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE ST. CHARLES CVB

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AROUND TOWN join in the fun! Youths must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian, and helmets are required for all participants. Youths younger than 12 years old must be supervised by an adult while using the park. For information, call 636.561.4964.

YOGA IN THE PARK Get active through nature at Yoga in the Park 8-9 a.m. every Saturday through September at Veterans Tribute Park.

Taught by certified fitness instructor Eve Pearson, the program promotes community health, energizes the body and gives a sense of inner peace. You are encouraged to wear loose fitting clothes and to bring a mat or towel, sunscreen and

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SKATE AND RIDE TILL MIDNIGHT Skate, ride and play the night away this summer for free at the Youth Activity Park in Dardenne Prairie. The park stays open until midnight every third Friday through September, so bring your skateboard, scooter, BMX bike and your friends to

LINDENWOOD NAMES NEW PRESIDENT The Lindenwood Board of Trustees has approved the selection of the 23rd President of Lindenwood

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University—John R. Porter. John has a proven track record of leadership with 33 years of experience at IBM, most recently leading the services division in the Middle East. His academic pedigree includes an undergraduate degree from Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri, an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis and he is currently studying toward a Doctor of Education degree at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore.

AMERISTAR, CELEBRATING ITS 25TH BIRTHDAY, RECEIVES AAA FOUR-DIAMOND Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles has received the esteemed 2019 AAA Four-Diamond rating for its hotel for the 11th consecutive year.

“Our hotel team prides themselves in creating the best hotel and resort experience for our guests,” says Stephanie Wheeler, Director of Hotel Operations at Ameristar. “We are honored to be recognized as the only Four-Diamond hotel in St. Charles, Missouri.” Ameristar is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year!

Only 6.3% of more than 27,000 hotels in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean earn a Four-Diamond rating each year. AAA describes these properties as “refined and stylish, providing upscale physical attributes, extensive amenities and a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail.”

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GIVING BACK

Families Volunteering Together GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY IS A FAMILY AFFAIR IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY

The Gettemeier Family Brian and Rachel Gettemeier have passed along a love for community with their teenage daughters (Grace, 17, and Claire, 15). For years, the family volunteered at Sacred Heart Catholic School and Incarnate Word Academy. Rachel was a Girl Scout leader, room mom and coach.

She chaired book fairs, the fall festival and the annual school picnic.

“The community that we are involved in gives so much to us. Our family wants to have the opportunity to give back,” says Brian.

The family also helps out at events for Cottleville Firefighter Outreach (CFO). CFO, comprised of about 80 active volunteers including firefighters, their families and local supporters, is funded by donations, fundraising events and corporate sponsorships. The nonprofit puts 100% of its proceeds into programs that support safety and wellness in the community.

“Many of our events are manpower intensive, and having dozens of volunteers that can donate entire days of labor is what makes them possible and allows us to generate proceeds to support our mission,” says Garrett Ryan, executive director of Cottleville Firefighters Outreach.

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The Gettemeier Family

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The Nave Family The Nave family has been volunteering for the Adopt-a-Family program at Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service for the last five years. John and Bridget and their three children (Connor, 16; Zachary, 16; and Mackenzie, 12) have found the program to be a great way to contribute to the community and focus on the true meaning of Christmas.

“Working together brings us closer to each other and makes us all appreciate the family and what we have,” says Bridget, whose family is also active in their church and school. “We feel connected to the Adopt-aFamily program through our church, which fulfills our desire to allow others to experience the joy of Christmas.”

Jack Lipin, executive director of the nonprofit agency, says they would not be able to meet the needs of the 500 low-income families who are adopted each Christmas without the help of many volunteers.

“From planning, donating, matching families with donors, wrapping and unloading cars to reloading cars and pushing carts filled with gifts, it simply could not be pulled off without volunteers. Volunteers are a true blessing,” says Jack.

And while volunteers are giving back to the community, they are also getting something in return.

“When we look back on all of the things we have volunteered for and the experiences we’ve had, I see how much growth and kindness my children have developed. Service for others builds character and selflessness.

Seeing how what we do can impact another life is a powerful life lesson,” says Eric.

Bridget hopes her children understand the importance of working together in the community.

“I hope that my children realize how fortunate they are to be able to have the things they do and the ability to help others,” says Bridget. “I hope they gain a better understanding of the importance of being active, contributing members of the community. We all need to work together to make our community a positive place to live.”

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The Nave Family

Eric Litteken (left)

The Litteken Family Eric and Karen Litteken have always brought their four children (Taylor, 19; Cole, 17; Grant, 15; and Jack, 9) with them to serve the community. Through volunteering at Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, school and sporting activities at Francis Howell and Cottleville Firefighters Outreach, the couple has led by example.

“I learned to give without expecting anything in return, and I want that experience for my children,” says Eric, who started volunteering as a child with his dad and uncle.

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MONUMENTS THROUGHOUT THE COUNTY PAY HOMAGE

Honoring Our Veterans

Veterans Memorial— St. Charles County Executive Building

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Blanchette Memorial Hall

VISITORS TO ST. CHARLES COUNTY AND LOCALS ALIKE ENJOY THE MANY PARKS, RECREATION AREAS AND GREEN SPACES THAT POPULATE THE REGION. Added attractions at many of these sites are various monuments and memorials that proudly recognize our nation’s and our area’s military veterans. St. Louis may have recently completed a massive renovation to its impressive Soldier’s Memorial, but St. Charles County also has numerous sites honoring veterans and boasts many beautiful and impressive memorials along with other markers and personal monuments scattered throughout its many parks.

ST. CHARLES MONUMENTS Blanchette Park is a wonderful example of how St. Charles County Parks have embraced area veterans. Within the park, three monuments exist. Two are fairly subtle, as many markers are within the parks; stones or flag pole bases are adorned with plaques commemorating or memorializing the local veterans. Blanchette Park also houses Memorial Hall, dedicated to honoring local veterans. The large stone and plaque out front honors local soldiers killed or wounded during the Civil War. The dedication of this monument was November 1928, making it the oldest of the St. Charles County official memorials. Memorial Hall has been recently renovated and is available for rent, with space for just about any size event. Much like Blanchette Park, many other public spaces have simple monuments commemorating veterans in general, the various branches of the military and individual wars.

The St. Charles County government office building near Historic Main Street has its veterans memorial, located off the south end of the building and grounds. Like many of the monuments around town, it consists of flags of the United States, Missouri and St. Charles County.

Similar to other monuments, it has a large stone structure that dominates the memorial with an inscription plaque honoring all veterans, living and dead. These first examples are typical of many of the community’s memorials scattered throughout the county. They proudly occupy a corner on a piece of government property or sit peacefully in local parks.

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Wentzville Vietnam Veterans Memorial

WENTZVILLE Wentzville boasts the oldest Vietnam Memorial in the United States. It sits unassumingly in front of the Fire Hall and Fireman’s Park. The single column with an eagle perched atop is enhanced with lighting after the sun goes down. This monument was erected in 1967. It is now part of the annual Run for the Wall, a cross country motorcycle ride to the Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C. each May. The Wentzville Historical Society is working to complete a new WWI and WWII memorial.

It will be located in Bicentennial Park (22 W. Pearce Blvd.), just down the street from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

The memorial is a replica of a previous structure, which was built during WWII. That structure fell into disrepair and was removed several decades ago. The original memorial was actually an Honor Roll, which listed the names of the Wentzville residents who served during WWII. The new monument will also include a WWI tribute on the reverse side. This tribute is a replica of a design poster which was created during WWI to commemorate the war activity that occurred.

With today’s more modern construction materials and techniques, it is expected that the memorial will last for many years into the future. The base for the memorial has been erected, and the honor roll names and WWI design poster are expected to be completed this summer.

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Bishop’s Landing near the Lewis and Clark Boathouse Museum near Frontier Park has the beautiful St. Charles Veterans Memorial.

With the Missouri River rolling nearby, this

St. Peters Veterans Memorial

is a relatively peaceful locale. The large black pentagon is adorned with a plaque for each branch of the military. An eagle sits atop, and the entire “island” is surrounded by accent lights and flag poles. Benches nearby offer space for quiet reflection.

ST. PETERS TRIBUTES The St. Peters Veterans Memorial is located at the City Centre. It was dedicated in 1998 and now is part of many annual commemorations, such as Veterans Day, Memorial Day and Pearl Harbor Remembrances. Since the events of Sept. 11, 2001, another portion of the site was added to the project in 2003— the Field of Honor, which consists of six rifles with helmets atop, surrounded by fountains.

Another companion memorial to the larger structure, aptly named Veterans Memorial South, was dedicated in 2008. There are both Vietnam and Korean War Memorials here and a very moving structure with the names of local soldiers killed in combat in both wars.

Lake St. Louis Veteran Memorial

St. Charles County Parks Department officially dedicated Veteran’s Tribute Park on Kisker Road in 2018. The Park is filled with great family activities including sports, fishing, a dog park, children’s activity/splash park and lots of trails that wind around the park for well over a mile. The County Parks Department has started construction on the veteran’s memorial there and is planning to have it completed in time for Veterans Day.

O’FALLON & LAKE ST. LOUIS Lake St. Louis’ Veterans Memorial Park near the City Center is another inviting and moving monument within a quiet green space and waterfall nearby. Several small monuments surround a large center star in the concrete and tell the story of America’s history at war, dating back to the Revolutionary War. Each monument counts total soldiers who died in combat and those wounded. It is truly humbling to contemplate the lives affected by war.

O’Fallon completed their Veteran’s Memorial Walk in 2001 on a large plot of land on Belleau Road at Interstate 70. This incredibly moving structure includes dozens of marching, bronzed boots spanning the grounds in front of the large monoliths commemorating the different branches of the military. The site also boasts an eternal flame and separate memorial to POW and MIAs with a single pair of bronze boots. Once again, this site is home to many annual ceremonies, including Armed Forces Day in May and POW and MIA Remembrance Day, every third Friday in September.

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O'Fallon Veterans Memorial

N o o n e i s e v e r g o n e , as l o n g as s o m e o n e st i l l h as m e m o r i e s o f t h e m .”

— R a l p h Ba r r a l e

ST. CHARLES COUNTY VETERANS MUSEUM The citizens of St. Charles County have embraced honoring our military veterans and fallen soldiers, both past and present with these many beautiful monuments. In addition, the new St. Charles County Veterans Museum just opened this spring at 410 East Elm Street in O’Fallon.

There, you will find stories of those who served our country, including Ralph Barrale, who said, “No one is ever gone, as long as someone still has memories of them.”

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SOUNDS OF SUMMER

BACK STAGE

OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT LINEUP

Streets of St. Charles

ARTICLE AMY ARMOUR ST. CHARLES COUNTY IS THE PLACE TO BE TO CATCH A HOT SUMMER CONCERT. From blues and rock to swing and funk to country and jazz, our county has the hottest music acts around.

Check out some of the upcoming concerts.

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the venues Streets of St. Charles

Lakeside 370

J. Scheidegger Center

J. SCHEIDEGGER CENTER FOR THE ARTS Location: 2300 W. Clay, St. Charles

SUNSET FRIDAYS

Features: With 1,200 seats, the

Location: Lakeside 370 Park,

Lindenwood Theater is the premier

St. Peters

theatrical venue in St. Charles County.

Features: The large outdoor pavil-

STREETS OF ST. CHARLES

ion hosts free concerts throughout

Location: 100-200 blocks of North

theatrical tours, headline concerts,

Why you should go:

Features: The family-friendly,

comedians and magicians. Previous

The concerts feature all different

headliners include Jay Leno, Willie

types of music—from swing to

Why you should go:

Features: Grab a lawn chair and the

The facility plays host to national

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Location: Beale Street, St. Charles

Why you should go:

Music on Main

Main Street, St. Charles

Street

Nelson, Amy Grant, Tony Bennett,

country to rock to jazz. Concerts

Concert Series will be held the second

Kenny Loggins, Postmodern, Jukebox,

start at 6:30 p.m. every Friday

Wednesday of each month, 6-8 p.m.

The Celtic Woman, Liza Minnelli, Penn

through Aug. 9. No coolers or

through October. All bands will play

& Teller, Rick Springfield, Patti LaBelle

bottles are allowed, but food and

on Beale Street between Picasso’s

and the National Tours of Cats, Movin’

drinks can be ordered at 6 p.m.

Coffee and U-Swirl. The outdoor con-

Out, Jesus Christ Superstar, Legally

The concerts may move off-site

cert is free, and food and beverages

Blonde, Shrek, The Addams Family and

due to flooding, so check the web-

will be available for purchase from the

many more. The 2019-20 touring

site before heading out.

Streets of St. Charles restaurants.

series will be announced July 12.

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outdoor concerts are free.

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the bands

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THAT ‘80s BAND Location: Beale Street, St. Charles Style of Music: ‘80s music Why you should see them: Travel back to a time when leg warmers, jean skirts and blue eye shadow ruled the world. That ‘80s Band covers all the hits from the 1980s like “Love Shack” by the B-52s to “Footloose” by Kenny Loggins to “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” by Whitney Houston. Check them out for free on July 10 at the Streets of St. Charles.

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JIMMY AND THE CHETS Location: Main Street, Historic St. Charles Style of Music: Soulful, bluesy classic rock Why you should see them: Jimmy and the Chets are known for their on-stage chemistry and their passion for the music they play. Some of their favorite artists include Jimi Hendrix, Cream and the Allman Brothers. Check them out at Music on Main or Salvatore's.

SERAPIS Location: Cedar Lake Cellars, Tuner’s Style of Music: Americana, blues and rock Why you should see them: The Americana band has been playing together for more than 35 years and is known for their blues and rock music. Playing everything from Frank Zappa to Van Morrison to Delbert McClinton, the band plays both cover songs and originals written by band members.

ST. CHARLES MUNICIPAL BAND Location: Frontier Park, St. Charles Style of Music: Concert band Why you should see them: Bring a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of the St. Charles Municipal Band on the St. Charles Riverfront, Thursdays nights through August. The free concerts start at 8 p.m.

the calendar JULY 10

JULY 26

AUG. 21

Streets of St. Charles

Lakeside 370 (Check the website to see if

Historic Main Street, St. Charles

THAT ‘80s BAND

THE BISCUITS

JIMMY AND THE CHETS

That ‘80s Band will perform 6-8 p.m. on

the location has changed due to flooding.)

Jimmy and the Chets will take the stage in

Beale Street. Grab a lawn chair and enjoy

The Biscuits will hit the stage at 6:30 p.m. for

Historic Main Street 5-7:30 p.m. The concert is

the free outdoor show. Food and drinks

Sunset Fridays. The rock concert is free and

free, and food and beverages will be available for

are available for purchase from local

open to the public. Bring a lawn chair and

purchase. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the show.

restaurant vendors.

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JULY 12

JULY 27

AUG. 30-31

DAWN WEBER AND SWUNK

Lakeside 370 (Check the website to see if

ALL HANDS ON DECK!

J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts

the location has changed due to flooding.)

Experience an authentic 1942 Roadshow

Dawn Weber and Swunk will hit the stage

and Radio Broadcast—the songs, dances and

at 6:30 p.m. for Sunset Fridays. The swing/

laughs America has loved for more than 70

funk/jazz concert is free and open to the

years. The award-winning homage to the days

public. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the

of Bob Hope and war bond drives features

outdoor concert.

Broadway veterans Jody Madaras and Valerie

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Hill, a cast of New York voices, the rich sounds

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of the Live Hollywood Victory Caravan Big Band Orchestra, classic commercials, tight harmonies,

JULY 13

JIMMY AND THE CHETS Defiance Roadhouse

Jimmy and the Chets will play 4-8 p.m.

Check out the bluesy rock band playing hits from Lenny Kravitz, JJ Grey and Mofro and The Black Crowes. There is no cover charge.

impromptu skits and sing-a-long excitement.

TICKETS: $24.50-$49.50 LUBoxOffice.com

AUG. 14

BREAKDOWN SHAKEDOWN Streets of St. Charles

TICKETS: Free

Breakdown Shakedown will perform 6-8 p.m.

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Grab a lawn chair and enjoy the free outdoor

SERAPIS

Tuner’s on Main Street Serapis will take the stage 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. The band plays cover songs from artists like Van Morrison, Delbert McClinton, Frank Zappa and Todd Snider as well originals written by band members.

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SEPT. 11

BIG LOVE

Streets of St. Charles Big Love will perform from 6-8 p.m. Grab a lawn chair and enjoy the free outdoor show.

Food and drinks are available for purchase from local restaurant vendors.

TICKETS: Free StreetsOfStCharles.com

show. Food and drinks are available for purchase from local restaurant vendors.

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values in the produce section among fruit, and just

favorite fruit—watermelon—are the perfect solu-

one watermelon can feed up to three dozen people.

tion for nearly any summertime celebration.

Watermelon is a patriotic picnic staple for countless reasons, not the least of which is that

such as:

it’s a beloved treat that many people associate

+ A fruit basket, with the rind serving as a

with memories from childhood. However, nostal-

colorful bowl to hold the watermelon and other

gia isn’t the only reason adults are just as likely to

fresh fruits.

gravitate toward watermelon at a summer event.

It’s sweet, cool and refreshing flavor also makes it a favorite for all ages.

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Serving watermelon at a party can be as simple as slicing wedges, or you can prepare dishes

+ A charcuterie board with a selection of fruit, cheese and protein for simple snacking. + Creamy parfaits, perfect for a summery

From a practical standpoint, watermelon is also

brunch or alternative to more traditional desserts.

quite portable, versatile and easy to serve, and with

+ A creatively colorful and patriotic “cake” that

a composition of 92% water, it’s a simple way to

makes for a tasty centerpiece on the dessert table.

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PATRIOTIC FRUIT SALAD + 1 watermelon + 1 honeydew + blueberries Slice 1/4 inch off the bottom of the watermelon, lengthwise, to create a stable base.

Use a pencil to draw zig-zag lines for basket opening. Using a paring knife, make cuts through the rind.

Carefully remove the top section, pull out large chunks of flesh and cut them into 3- by 3-inch squares.

Trim 3/4-inch thick slices off squares to use for cutting out stars with 1 1/2- by 3-inch, star-shaped cookie cutters.

Use ice cream scoop to remove flesh from inside the basket and cut scoops into quarters for fruit salad.

Place in the bottom of the basket.

Add honeydew and blueberries; stir to combine.

Cut out white stripes from honeydew.

Garnish top of fruit salad with watermelon stars, honeydew stripes and blueberries.

WATERMELON-INFUSED WATER An easy summer thirst-quencher, this simple fruit-infused water can give your summer event an instant upgrade in no time at all. Add extra dimension and complexity to the flavor by adding some of your favorite herbs like basil and mint. + 2 cups watermelon balls or cubes + 1 cup other fruit such as berries + herbs such as basil or mint Place watermelon, fruit and herbs in a pitcher and cover with water. For the best flavor, allow to chill in refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving.

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FOOD & WINE

(CON TI N U ED)

FLAG KEBAB CAKE + 1 pint fresh, washed blackberries + 12 wooden skewers + 1 seedless watermelon, flesh cut into 1-inch cubes + 1 angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (white part only) + dips such as yogurt, chocolate, caramel or marshmallow (optional) Thread 5 blackberries on each of 5 skewers, followed by alternating watermelon and cake cubes.

On remaining skewers, alternate watermelon and cake so first and last cubes are watermelon. Place skewers on platter; fruit and cake will create stars and stripes when lined properly. Serve with dips, if desired.

RED, WHITE AND BLUE WATERMELON PARFAIT + 1 cup blueberries + 1 container (6 ounces) Greek yogurt (vanilla, lemon or coconut) + 1 cup watermelon, plus 3 pieces diced watermelon + whipped cream, for serving In a pint canning jar, layer blueberries, yogurt and 1 cup watermelon. Top with whipped cream and garnish with 3 diced watermelon pieces.

Find more ideas for incorporating watermelon into your summer

Note: To make ahead or make thicker, drain Greek

festivities at Watermelon.org.

yogurt on paper towels to absorb some liquid.

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PETRO (PETE) PULIZZI AND HIS WIFE, JOAN, IMMIGRATED TO ST. LOUIS ALMOST 60 YEARS AGO. Ten years after arriving, they opened Erio’s Ristorante in Florissant. In 1991, they relocated the restaurant to 951 Jungermann Road, in St. Peters. For almost 15 years, Joseph (Joe) Creach, 33, learned the business at the owner’s side, and when Pete retired earlier this year, he sold the business to Joe and his brother Andrew, 28.

“I worked at Erio’s all through college and real estate school, but I just really felt that the restaurant is where I wanted to be,” says Joe. While the business may be under new management, it is still the same Erio’s that customers have come to know and love—albeit, with a few more offerings such as lunch on Fridays and Saturdays.

“We make everything fresh,” says Joe. “Our seafood is fresh. We cut our own chicken, and we do everything the old-fashioned way.”

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR those old bicycles off your hands 8

O'FALLON'S 2019 HERITAGE AND FREEDOM FEST

Meadows. The bikes and bicycle

JULY

2-4

a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Lake Saint Louis

Ozzie Smith Sports Complex

Farmers and Artist Market at The parts will then be reconditioned and

O'Fallon's Heritage and Freedom Fest July 2-4. Admission to the festival grounds at the Ozzie Smith Sports Complex is free. Free parking also

Blooming Daisy Marketplace

at Blooming Daisy Marketplace,

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held on the third Saturday of each

ST. CHARLES BIG BAND CONCERT

and home decor 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The

month. The markets feature fresh

St. Charles Tourism Center parking lot

will be available, with a free shuttle

Tap your toes or just relax to music’s

service provided July 3-4.

greatest hits performed by the St.

For more information visit

Charles Big Band! Their music covers

HeritageAndFreedomFest.com

the 1930s to the 1980s and includes

or call 636.379.5614.

swing, rock, pop, blues and salsa.

The 18-piece big band performs

produce,

vintage

items,

fashion

address is 5541 Chestnut St.

21 MCNEIL MOTORCARS 1801 N. 2nd St.

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every second Sunday, June through

McNeil Motorcars and BlackListed

August, and the Sunday before Labor

are joining forces to bring an epic car

SAINT CHARLES RIVERFEST

Day. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

show to St. Charles. There will be live

This event is free.

music, a DJ, food, vendors, raffles and giveaways. Knucklehead Kustom Art

Frontier Park

This annual event has been rescheduled for Aug. 30-31 due to flooding at Frontier Park.

For more information, visit DiscoverStCharles.com/

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LLC will be there to make your plain

MUSIC ON MAIN

636.219.1069 or visit Facebook.com/

things look like treasures.

For more information, call McNeilMotorcars.

Historic St. Charles

Events/Riverfest.

Join in on the fun every third Wednesday for food, drinks and live

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music in historic downtown Saint

YOGA ON BEALE

or just like the music, come rock out!

Charles. The band, BMB, is a Bon Jovi tribute band. So if you're an 80s buff,

Yoga on Beale is held the second Saturday of every month this summer! Admission is $5, which includes a $5 Streets of St. Charles gift card. To purchase tickets, go to Eventbrite.com/e/Streets-of-StCharles-Yoga-On-Beale-Tickets.

23 ST. CHARLES COUNTY FAIR Rotary Park, Wentzville

The St. Charles County Fair always

It’s always a party!

1650 Beale St.

provides something for the entire

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family to enjoy. From petting zoos and

COMEDYSPORTZ MATCH

plays and demonstrations, they are

truck and tractor pulls to demolition derbies, carnival rides and 4-H disall part of the fun at the St. Charles

917 S. Main Street

ComedySportz

is

clean,

outra-

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POP-UP MARKET

Don't miss the pop-up markets

donated to deserving children.

Celebrate America's birthday with an explosion of fun and music at

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sport. It’s the perfect combo of funny

LAKE SAINT LOUIS BIKE DRIVE

County Fair July 23-27.

StCharlesCoFair.org

and sports creating an explosion of laughter and competition on stage.

Two teams duel it out for points and

We are always accepting submissions

Farmers Markets at The Meadows

your laughs. You choose the winners.

for events you'd like to see included

The

Police

This show is suitable for everybody!

in our Calendar section. Submissions

Department Bike Patrol Unit partners

Tickets are available at the door or

are accepted via the Contact Us tab at

with St. Louis Bicycle Works to take

online at CSZStLouis.com/Tickets.

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