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Around Town Creve Coeur considers bond issue for new police facility and more
Feature Olive Boulevard Restaurant Guide A variety of beloved culinary establishments can be found along this St. Louis County corridor By Sara Hardin
Our Thoughts Moore on Life author Cindy Moore braves a night in the great outdoors while Avalanche recalls a police conflict that is emblematic of our troubled times. The 2016 Dodge Journey impresses with versatility and affordability in this month’s Automobile Alley
Lifestyle Remembering actor Anton Yelchin in Entertainment Healthy recipes to start your day off right can be found in For the Love of Food
NonProfit Profile Luke’s Legacy
Caring Partners Learning to grow with ADHD and more
Events Calandar Staff Writer - Sara Hardin Photographer - Bridget Boland
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Publisher Robert Huneke Editor Mathew DeKinder Production Lisa Moran Melissa Nordmann Contributors Avalanche, David Finkelstein, Brian Guerrero, Cindy Moore Photographer Bridget Boland Staff WriterS Brett Auten Sara Hardin For advertising information, please contact us at:
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Avalanche is a functional illiterate who left the St. Louis area three decades ago in search of adventure. He enjoys motorcycling and all things outdoors. He lives with his wife and dogs.
Avalanche
Sara Hardin is a senior English and Writing student at the University of Missouri - St. Louis. After earning her degree, she hopes to continue her writing journey with Community News, through which she has been able to meet and speak with many of the community’s most influential individuals from her home in North County.
Sara Hardin
David Finkelstein
David Finkelstein is a Master/Skill Automotive Service Technician, maintaining that role for over 45 years, coupled with being a shop owner in that time frame as well. He’s also invented a number of garage service tools for mechanics and has served on both National as well as local Automotive Trade Industry Boards. Additionally, he pioneered “Car Talk Radio” over 40 years ago, starting out with KMOX/CBS Radio as well as hosted “Auto Talk” on KFTK/FOX News Radio for some 15-years. David tests and evaluates new vehicles weekly and also does some consulting with various auto manufacturers, both import as well as with domestic nameplates.
Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder.
Cindy Moore
Brian Guerro
Brian Guerrero is a former resident of Los Angeles and a current resident of New York City with extensive experience in front of and behind the camera for film and television.
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Creve Coeur Considers Bond Issue New police facility would improve emergency operations Creve Coeur City Council is currently considering placing a bond issue on the November 2016 ballot to provide funding for a new police station. The new police station comes at the recommendation of the citizen’s Needs Analysis Task Force, created to advise the City Council on the facilities’ needs, and is one of the recommendations of the Government Center Needs Analysis Report, developed by Bond Architects in 2014. Among other issues, the Needs Analysis highlighted concerns with the city’s current Emergency Operations Center (EOC) which could be addressed by building a new police station. “An EOC is a central location from which public safety and support agencies coordinate emergency response and recovery,” said Chief of Police Glenn Eidman. “An EOC is a critical component to managing public safety and security during a major incident.” The police department’s current facilities do not have space for a dedicated EOC. Instead, emergency operations are run through the squad room, creating conflict for space during daily shift briefings. The squad room also does not contain adequate space or technology for an efficient EOC, and it is located in a building that is not seismically braced, meaning it may not be available in the event of a natural disaster. A new police station would address the issues with the current EOC. The new facility would have a dedicated EOC with space for multiple public safety and support personnel to coordinate emergency response. It would also allow for several technology improvements including additional computers and screens for managing
multiple tasks, sufficient telephone landlines to handle incoming and outgoing calls, and technology to connect with the St. Louis County EOC and State Fusion Center for real-time collaboration. The building would also be seismically braced ensuring the EOC is available despite most natural disasters. The EOC is one of many concerns included in the Facilities Needs Analysis. Other concerns include lack of adequate meeting, office, training and storage space, multiple safety and security concerns, extensive
plumbing deficiencies, and unsafe parking configuration which creates hazards between patrol vehicles and pedestrians. The estimated cost of the new police station, including all site work, is approximately $10 million. If voters approve the bond issue, the tax levy would be approximately $0.085 per $100 assessed valuation based on current interest rates. The average home with a market value of $400,000 would see an estimated increase of $64.60 annually in property taxes.
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Dancing Into a New Season Saint Louis Ballet, the city’s professional ballet company, presents a season of contemporary and classical ballets. All performances take place at the Touhill Performing Arts Center. Tickets, including discounted seats for students, are on sale beginning August 15. Saint Louis Ballet kicks off the season with all new work in “Vision: Where Ballet + Fashion Meet” on October 8. Saint Louis Ballet and the Saint Louis Fashion Fund facilitated the collaboration of up-and-coming designers who work in tandem with two of New York City’s most impressive choreographers. Featured choreographers are Emery LeCrone who, according to The New York Times is “inventive…a ready for primetime knockout” and Tom Gold, whom The Wall Street Journal called “a force for good in the ballet world.” The company presents two crowd pleasers including “The Nutcracker” (Dec. 16-23), with the traditional Tchaikovsky score plus dazzling sets, costumes and special effects. Saint Louis Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” has become a holiday tradition and there will be 11 matinee and evening performances from which to choose. “The Sleeping Beauty” (April 7-9) boasts lavish costumes, spectacular pageantry, and the world’s most famous kiss! A classical masterpiece, Gen Horiuchi’s “The Sleeping Beauty” represents ballet’s golden age with its large cast of fanciful characters, grand pas de deux, spectacular action and powerful love story. Saint Louis Ballet’s romantic program, “It’s Only Love” (Feb. 10-11) includes George Balanchine’s “Who Cares?” — a ballet that features 17 of the most popular songs
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Saint Louis Ballet presents new ballets and audience favorites in 2016-1017 Series
by George Gershwin. First performed at Lincoln Center in 1970, the ballet pays homage to Manhattan with solo, duet and ensemble dancing that is athletic, playful and charming. The program will also feature work by choreographer Francis Patrelle, who has created dozens of ballets for the top dancers of our time and an entire series based on the American Song Book. Gen Horiuchi will also create a contemporary piece for the program. “Saint Louis Ballet’s 2016-17 season offers a new chapter of the company’s high artistry,” said Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi. “We welcome new works by our fantastic guest choreographers from New York City such as Tom Gold, Emery LeCrone and Francis Patrelle, and we are very excited to perform George Balanchine’s masterwork ‘Who Cares?,’ and the city’s grandest productions of ‘The Nutcracker’ and ‘The Sleeping Beauty.’” For more information visit www.touhill.org or call 314516-4949.
A Night at the Mouse Races Maryland Heights and Creve Coeur Olivette Chambers of Commerce join forces for mouse races Do you like having fun while having a chance to grow your business? Are you a business professional looking for new leads? If so, show up on Aug. 25 from 5 - 7:30 p.m. for the Mouse Races Business After-Hours event. The event will take place at Plaza Jaguar St. Louis located at 11654 Olive Blvd in Creve Coeur. Tickets are $15 each or two for $25 which includes food, beverages and $10 mouse money for each person. Sponsorship opportunities are also available starting at $50. This event will sell out fast so contact the chamber now to reserve your spot. For more information, contact the Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce at 314-576-6603 or visit www.mhcc.com.
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Craft on Tap Visit downtown Clayton to sample cold brews and enjoy live music
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“When you set out for Ithaka Ask that your way be long, Full of adventure, full of instruction. …… Have Ithaka always in your mind, Your arrival there is what you are desired for. But don’t in the least hurry the journey.” (Constantine P Cavafy) Rosinante was an old 1963 Dodge post office truck which I converted into a fine motorhome with my little brother Guy who kept urging me to finish so we could go camping. Finally, in late August, we went “camping.” I didn’t tell our parents where we were going. For days we chased the sun until we couldn’t go any farther. From San Clemente State Park in California we looked down on the Pacific Ocean. But along the way we fought the winds across Kansas, saw the Grand Canyon, Cave of the Winds, Oak Creek Canyon and Disneyland. We traveled in luxury…sort of. Our 48-square-feet of floor space included a sofa/gaucho bed, a bathroom with recirculating toilet, a kitchen with refrigerator and sink and a furnace. The rear roll-up door opened up to a fold-down platform shaded by an awning. Our adventure took a little over two weeks, quite a feat since Rosinante couldn’t go over 50 mph. But we made it back…two days after school started. America calls. Share it with your family. Buy or rent an RV from Byerly RV in Eureka, but don’t be late for school! Byerly RV, the Center of the RV World. Check us out at Byerly RV.com or visit us e on Facebook. th th r o W e D riv
The city of Clayton and Craft Beer Cellar announce the second annual Craft on Tap scheduled for Aug. 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. on N. Meramac Ave. between Forsyth Blvd. and Maryland Ave. Craft beer fans are invited to visit downtown Clayton and sample beers from over two dozen craft brewers. The event will also feature The Trophy Mules as entertainment. Tickets are on sale now at www.claytoncraftontap.com for $35 and include a commemorative glass, sponsored by Grey Eagle. Attendees are also able to upgrade their ticket for $10 more to receive VIP access, which includes early entry to the event at 12:30 p.m. and special craft beer offerings. A list of the participating vendors will be updated on the website as they are secured. For more information, please visit www.claytoncraftontap. com.
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Cookies for the Troops Girl Scouts and customers donate $281,000 worth of cookies to USO of Missouri Combining their entrepreneurial efforts with the generosity of their customers, Girl Scouts in eastern Missouri donated more than 70,400 packages of Girl Scout Cookies to the USO of Missouri as part of this year’s Troop to Troop Program. More than 15,000 additional packages than last year’s contribution, the donation is valued at more than $281,000. The Troop to Troop program invites customers to purchase cookies to be donated to the USO of Missouri. The initiative is a convenient option for community members to support military troops who might be stationed far from home, and for customers who would like to support Girl Scouts despite dietary or allergy restrictions. Members of the armed forces throughout the area will enjoy the cookies in the coming months. “Service members look forward to Girl Scout Cookies every year,” said Christine Trotter, Development Director for the USO of Missouri. “The cookies help build interaction between the troops while they share a box—the sweet treat
Members of Girl Scout Troop 3539 stand with Sgt. Maj. Jon David Jerome and Gunnery Sgt. Jeremiah Fisher of the United States Marines, and some of the 70,400 packages of cookies donated by Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri to the USO of Missouri.
is definitely not the standard military MRE [Meal Ready to Eat].” Community service is a main tenet of Girl Scouting. Troops use proceeds from the Girl Scout Cookie Program, the largest girl-led enterprise in the country, to fund unique and impactful service projects, as well as badge-earning activities and field trips. Girl Scouts also learn five essential skills by participating in the program—goal setting, decision making, money management, business ethics and people skills, which will help them throughout their lives. Many Girl Scout alumnae trace their first leadership and entrepreneurial experience back to selling Girl Scout Cookies.
Providing Online Development Information Maryland Heights launches new informational website for Maryland Park Lake District A new website to provide the public and the news media with accurate information regarding development in the 1800-acre Maryland Park Lake District (the District) has been launched by the city of Maryland Heights. Information on the site includes the latest news, a fact sheet with frequently asked questions and answers on a range of key issues, a timeline of the development process including upcoming public meetings and workshops, a collection of planning studies and background documents, a history of the development area, a map and photos. The new website can be found at www.mplakedistrict.com. “Much has been discussed and reported publicly over the years about the District, including a great deal of inaccurate information, and we want the public to be fully informed as this process moves forward and gains more attention,” said Jim Krishke, City Administrator for the city of Maryland Heights. “We are being upfront and accountable with our information. This website will be updated regularly as new 8 | OUR TOWN | august 2016
information becomes available.” On June 30 the city announced the proposals it has received from potential developers for the District and the next steps in the development process. The District will be a mixed use destination development featuring 30 percent open and green space. Development of the District is critical to ensuring the city continues its position as a regional employment and recreation center. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) determined that most of the property in the District is not flood plain and may be developed for commercial, industrial or residential uses and qualifies for federal flood insurance. “We understand that there are organizations opposed to developing the District,” Krischke added. “Once we have a chance to carefully review all the proposed plans received, we will reach out to these groups to seek ways to incorporate their opinions into the development plans.”
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Offering HELP for Women St. Louis HELP opens women’s center offering free loans of prosthetic breasts, bras and wigs The St. Louis Health Equipment Lending Program (St. Louis HELP) has opened The Women’s Center to offer free loans of wigs, bras and prosthetic breasts for women who are victims of breast cancer. “The Women’s Center mission is to help women who have suffered from cancer, related treatments or surgery keep their dignity and self-esteem with free loans of crucial items,” says Laura Cannon-Singer, executive director of the nonprofit St. Louis HELP organization. The Women’s Center recently opened at St. Louis HELP’s home health equipment warehouse at 9709 Dielman Rock Island Industrial Drive in Olivette. “All items in The Women’s Center are in excellent condition; otherwise, we would not make them available,” says Cannon-Singer. It is situated in a privately screened-off area near a restroom, and is staffed by a St. Louis HELP female volunteer. The center is equipped with a conversion chart for sizing prosthetic breasts and
prosthetic support bras for correct use. St. Louis HELP collects, cleans, reconditions and revitalizes gently used home health equipment and then loans it for free to anyone who needs it for as long as they need it. Cannon-Singer founded the organization in 2008. In addition to The Women’s Center, the warehouse contains hundreds of home health equipment items including manual and electric wheelchairs; scooters; walkers, crutches, canes; hospital beds; portable commodes; elevated toilet seats; lift chairs — and more — all freely loaned by St. Louis HELP at no cost or obligation. The Women’s Center is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. by appointment only. Call 314-567-4700 to schedule a visit. “The Women’s Center is a new service for St. Louis HELP and we are extremely proud to provide it,” Cannon-Singer says. Every year, St. Louis HELP assists more than 5,500 people and their caregivers by providing the home medical equipment they desperately need. Much of that equipment is donated by people to St. Louis HELP because they know it makes a positive difference in other peoples’ lives. “In 2015 we loaned 5,570 health equipment items for free to people suffering from illness, injury or a disability -- they didn’t have the medical equipment they need because they can’t afford it or insurance won’t cover it,” says Laura Cannon-Singer. All equipment donations to St. Louis
HELP are tax deductible. “We collect about 11,000 items of donated home health equipment annually,” CannonSinger says. “We revitalize it for loans or recycle it all. If any equipment is not good enough for your grandmother to use, we won’t loan it out,” she says.
Clearing the Air Creve Coeur City Council extends smoking ordinance to outdoor seating Creve Coeur City Council passed an amendment to Article II of Chapter 215 of the Code of Ordinances regarding smoking in public places at their meeting on July 27. The amendment extends smoking restrictions to restaurant outdoor seating as well as seating areas or service lines in which the public is invited or permitted. The Code of Ordinances previously banned smoking within 15 feet of the entry to any place of employment, including restaurants. The smoking ordinance does not apply to people walking past prohibited areas along a route open to the public. Private residences not serving as places of employment or public places are excluded from the smoking ban. Smoking shelters are expressly permitted.
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‘No One Should Have to Age Alone’ Senior Connections pairs volunteers with seniors, and builds friendships along the way
By Sara Hardin
“Simple acts of tender mercy will eventually tilt the earth on its axis, and slowly, the world will be changed.” This is the philosophy of Dr. Suzsanne Singer, who in 1999 founded Senior Connections, a program that pairs volunteers with seniors in need of companionship. Singer, who passed away at the age of 88 in May 2013, founded Senior Connections with the intent to create meaningful connections between seniors and relational volunteers to combat the feelings of loneliness and depression that aging sometimes brings. Ask any relational volunteer; however, and they will simply identify as a friend. “I don’t think of myself anymore as just a volunteer. We’ve established a friendship that’s built on trust and care and respect for each other,” said Alvia Chambers, a relational volunteer with Senior Connections since April 2012. “Early on, I would tell people ‘I’m going to visit my friend at the nursing home through this program.’ Now it’s just, ‘I’m going to visit my friend.’ It’s been a very rewarding, warm relationship. I miss when I’m not able to see her, and it’s the same way with her. I just love her. I will continue to visit her for the duration of whatever time we both have here.” After struggling in 2013 to break into enough funding for the program, Senior Connections found a new home with Lutheran Senior Services in 2014. Traditionally, Senior Connections has assisted seniors in senior communities. Now, with support from LSS and the Boeing Employee Trust, the program hopes to broaden its mission to find more volunteers and help homebound seniors. “We really feel that no one should have to age alone,” said Sandra Roeder Singer, Volunteer Coordinator for Senior Connections. “Our volunteers have a real passion for doing this, partly because the need is so great, and partly because it is an incredibly rewarding experience. Senior Connections is all about the relationships that are formed across different races, cultures and ages. It’s about serving someone who is vulnerable and very much in need, and often marginalized by virtue of being old. They may have no family, or they may have no family who visits for 10 | OUR TOWN | August 2016
Harold Williams, relational volunteer and retired state employee (left) with Mike Davis (right). They’ve built their relationship over chess and other games for six years
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various reasons. It revolves around the relationship, and that is what Dr. Suzsanne Singer’s work was focused on.” Because the need for companionship for seniors is so high, Senior Connections hopes to see its model of volunteer training adopted across the country. Since there was no previous existing model for training companions for seniors before Dr. Suzsanne Singer founded the program, Senior Connections has created its own mold for helping volunteers face the challenges that are often accompanied with getting older. However, according to relational volunteer Roberta Kilstrom, sometimes the most helpful thing you can do in the face of aging is to laugh about it. “[Senior Connections] has just brought me a lot of joy,” said Kilstrom, who has been a relational volunteer for seven years. “Most people I talk to often say the same thing. It gives back in surprising ways. It’s really about friendship. You’re not there to fix anybody, just be there emotionally with them. It’s really surprisingly personal and positive. There are things about getting older. If you can laugh about them, it somehow helps.” The program currently boasts over 1,500 served and more than 100 volunteers in 60 different communities -- but the need is still great. “The 7,000 seniors who may have no visitors are figures for St. Louis City and County,” said Sandra Roeder Singer. “We’re looking for opportunities to talk to churches and other organizations to raise awareness, to find volunteers and to raise funds and other kinds of support. There are lots of ways that people can serve.” The next Senior Connections quarterly training session is Aug. 6 from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Lutheran Senior Services in Brentwood. To find out more about Senior Connections and how to volunteer, visit SeniorConnections.info, or contact Sandra Roeder Singer at Sandra.RoederSinger@LSSLiving.org or 314-446-2526.
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Rosemary, a resident of Delmar Gardens, with Allen, a volunteer with Senior Connections. “There’s really nothing that can replace the feeling that I get when I arrive, our eyes connect, and Rosemary yells out, ‘Well, hi there cutie!’” Allen said.
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Olive Boulevard r e s tau r a n t g u i d e
A variety of beloved culinary establishments can be found along this St. Louis County corridor
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By Sara Hardin photos by Bridget Boland
Anyone who has even briefly called St. Louis home can tell you that good food is always right around the corner. It’s a city where one can find fall-offthe-bone barbecue, authentic Italian and seafood so fresh you’ll swear you’re minutes from the coast. On Olive Boulevard between Interstate 170 and (just a little bit past) Highway 141, sampling some of the best that St. Louis has to offer is a simple matter of venturing down the street. Family recipes come to life at the hands of some of the city’s most talented chefs and restaurant owners, and each restaurant’s unique atmosphere and dining experience is bound to make a ‘regular’ out of new visitors. In case your mouth is watering already, we’re offering an inside look to some of the greatest in the area’s local dining in your search of your next mind-blowing meal.
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Sugarfire Smokehouse Sugarfire is almost a household name when it comes to St. Louis barbecue, a status that anyone will agree is well-deserved after sinking their teeth into any of their mouth-watering, meaty concoctions. Sugarfire’s original location on Olive is considered to be “home base” to Master Chef Mike Johnson, who decided to try his hand at barbecue after years of cooking and learning under a wide variety of chefs, including Emeril Lagasse. Sugarfire’s popularity has soared over the course of the last four-and-a-half years, resulting in the opening of five more locations and a huge fan base that continues
to grow. “We still see the same people every week that have been coming there for years,” said Johnson. “We have kind of a cult following, and we’ve become friends with the people who come here.” The Big Muddy sandwich, which comes stuffed with brisket and smoked sausage slathered with Sugarfire’s BBQ sauce, is considered by Johnson to be the main attraction. Whether it’s The Big Muddy or any of the menu’s other signature items calling your name, Sugarfire is sure to be no disappointment to even the most avid barbecue fanatics.
9200 Olive Blvd. | Olivette, MO 63132 | sugarfiresmokehouse.com
This October will mark 21 years of Paul Manno’s Cafe offering its Italian fine dining experiences, and the buzz doesn’t appear to intend to die down any time soon. When Paul Manno decided to open an Italian restaurant in his hometown in October 1995, his grandmother’s recipes helped to pave his way to incredible success. “Our rack of lamb, Chilean sea bass and cannelloni are very popular. They’re made from delicious family recipes that have been passed down from my grandmother to my mother to me,” said Manno. After growing up in the area, Manno now has his own family and is able to offer his restaurant’s top-tier dining experience to the community that has been a part of his entire life. In addition to incredible food and service, he hopes to deliver a little bit of home in each bite. “Customers can expect nothing but excellence in our service, quality, consistency and familiarity with the people that work here,” said Manno. “Everyone here has been here a long time. It’s a very familiar, very homey type of place.” Forum Apartments 75 Forum Shopping Center Chesterfield, MO 63017
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The Post Sports Bar & Grill If you’re more in the mood for a cold beer, Philly cheesesteak and maybe some fantasy sports, The Post Sports Bar & Grill is right up your alley. The friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere is immediately pleasing to newcomers and veterans alike. “One thing we pride ourselves on is our wait staff and management staff,” said The Post co-owner and general manager Joe Futrell. “We make a point to make rounds to say hi and greet every table. This is a place where people run into their friends and neighbors from the community. Everyone tends to know each other, and it’s a good, fun atmosphere.” The Post has partnered with local companies in Creve Coeur to help boost awareness of its fantasy draft segment. With about 70 drafts a year and plenty of people to celebrate with, there is always a good time to be found at The Post. 763 Old Ballas Rd. Creve Coeur, MO 63141 www.thepostsportsbar.com
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Pastries of Denmark Our next stop is Pastries of Denmark, where for the past 25 years owner Kris Vesth has been crafting traditional Danish pastries from scratch in addition to wedding cakes, breads, drinks and an entire cafe menu. For Vesth, Pastries of Denmark was born out of the heart of a fourthgeneration baker, and it shows in the remarkable quality of his products.
“My great-grandad started his own bakery back in Denmark,” said Vesth. “My grandad took over, then my dad and then myself and my brother. It’s just what I do. It’s not really a job, it’s really who I am.” All of the bread, pastries and pizza crusts at Pastries of Denmark are made completely from scratch. As Vesth works carefully on the finishing details of a wedding cake, he explains that “from scratch” is quite enough to set his bakery apart from the competition. To give him the extra edge, he decided to offer something that would be sure to win over the St. Louis consumer base. “I think to make it here in St. Louis, you have to have a sandwich menu,” he laughs. Next time you’re nearby, be sure to stop by Pastries of Denmark and pick up a traditional Kringle. While you’re there, don’t forget to look around at all of the obvious talent and passion that Vesth and his team have to offer.
12613 Olive Blvd. | Creve Coeur, MO 63141| www.pastriesofdenmark.com
Bristol Seafood Grill An exquisite, fine-dining experience is available at Bristol Seafood Grill, where those with fine tastes can enjoy the very freshest seafood on the market and five star service. Since 1983, Bristol on Olive has been offering only the best in fish, steaks, wine and cocktails. To get the best, they start at the source. “We aim to source clean, seasonal and fair trade ingredients of the highest quality. We were with artisan purveyors who care about their craft as much as we do,” said Mitchell Cleary, manager at Bristol. “Customers can expect the highest quality experience around.” While best known for their crab cakes and fresh seafood, Bristol offers a universally memorable dining experience that earns it a deserved spot of the top of your “special occasion” destination list. 11801 Olive Blvd. Creve Coeur, MO 63141 Bristolseafoodgrill.com
Gulf Shores Restaurant and Grill Walk into Gulf Shores Restaurant and you’ll swear you were transported to a seafood grill right in the heart of New Orleans. This is no mistake, as restaurant owner Harry Parker opened the location with the intention of delivering a true New Orleans experience to his customers. “We have banners, posters, live music - we really work on making the experience feel authentic. It’s like taking a trip to New Orleans without having to leave Creve Coeur.” Customers can enjoy daily food and drink specials, or take their pick from the restaurant’s menu of Cajun favorites. The crab cakes and seafood in particular tend to draw a crowd, but there is no going wrong when choosing
from a menu full of dishes that are close to the owner’s own heart. After working in corporate America for 29 years, Parker brought his family recipes and a family of his own to St. Louis to fulfil his dream of owning his own restaurant. After five years of success and opening a second location in Edwardsville, Illinois, Gulf Shores continues to attract newcomers and devoted fans alike to its homemade, fromscratch Cajun goodness. “We make everything. We make our own sauces, spices, and salad dressings. We make our gumbo and crab cakes from scratch. We’ve had a great relationship with Creve Coeur and are very thankful for their support throughout the years.”
12528 Olive Blvd. | Creve Coeur, MO 63141 | gulfshoresrestaurantandgrill.com
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Moore on Life by Cindy Moore
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y husband has just informed me that we are going to do more camping. He’s gotten the bug again and there is no turning back. In years past, we did a lot of camping or as I like to refer to it, “Let’s all pretend we’ve been evicted from our house!” To play the game, we were forced to leave the nice cushy comforts of home with only the bare necessities. We would then go out into the wild and survive in the dirt and wild vegetation as our cave ancestors did and enjoy it – or else! We had three kids and two adults sealed inside a tent no bigger than a car trunk. All that separated us from bears, Bigfoot and flesh-eating night zombies was a zipper and a thin piece of canvas. Last I heard, fabric was not a major deterrent to ravenous grizzlies. In fact our tent, stuffed with tasty people-sausages, probably seemed less impenetrable and more inviting…like a zipped up lunch bag. But it’s a good thing we were armed with our trusty flashlights, which could emit a distracting beam into a crazed bear’s eyes. That would leave us just enough time to dodge the toothy predator and run faster than our short-legged children. It was really rough. We gave up a perfectly nice king-sized Serta in exchange for a lumpy sleeping bag on a bed of sharp boulders. Next morning I woke up with a dislocated spine and an immediate need for a chiropractor. I gave up my complexion after a herd of bloodthirsty mosquitoes attacked my face by mistaking it for an all-night diner. I complained to my husband that I looked like a teenager with a severe case of acne. He tried to calm my fears by correcting me and saying, “No you don’t, dear. You look like an old person with smallpox.” We exchanged a nice flushable potty for a smelly outhouse which required the next patron to knock the top portion off before it became useable. I opted instead for Plan B. This forced me to go out into the wilds to commune with nature. Unfortunately, I picked a patch of poison ivy to accomplish my task, which left me itching for civilization. 16 | OUR TOWN | august 2016
I traded my waterproof, bear-proof, electric, running-andflushing-water and heated residence all for a burnt s’more, which went up in flames and pulled a Johnny Cash on me when it fell into a burning ring of fire. Since that time we have upgraded to a camp trailer, which is quite an improvement. But even though it has a fully functioning stove inside, my husband likes to harken back to his pioneer ancestral roots to do things primitively. He likes to believe he’s from a line of rugged stock that survived by their wits and lived off the land, especially when he gets into his outdoor meal making mode. He fires up the rustic cast iron pots over an open flame fire pit and attempts to cook as burning coals roast his finger tips and singe his eyebrows down to nubs. While all this self-mutilation is going on, I am in the camper lounging on the couch and enjoying a bacon and cheese Hot Pocket, which I have just fired up in the microwave. It gives me the opportunity to also harken back to my own pioneer ancestral roots… Back in the early settler days, most adventurers gathered their few possessions in a covered wagon and walked for hundreds of miles through Indian-infested prairie and hot suffocating temperatures while eating sagebrush and rattlesnake casserole. And for what? All to stake claim on new unchartered territories? My kindred relations would have none of it and weren’t interested in budging. They were wise homebodies and stayed by their comfy hearths eating a bacon and cheese biscuit and said to the other fools, “You all go on ahead. We’ll catch up with you when mass transit and microwaves are invented.” They were a wise bunch and not just because they appreciated bacon. So we are off again this weekend. Hopefully we’ll find a nice spot next to a power outlet where we can plug in and watch movies while ordering Chinese take-out from our cell phones. If not, we may have to rough it and fire up a Hot Pocket in the microwave.
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2016 Dodge Journey
impresses with versatility and affordability by David Finkelstein The 2016 Dodge Journey comes equipped with their standard crossover is one of America’s most electronic vehicle information center affordable crossovers in its class. With screen. Journey’s interior is certainly a an attractive, starting manufacturer’s quite comfortable. Engineers also suggested retail price (MSRP) structure addressed noise, vibration and of $20,895 for the entry level model, harshness problems with various types it’s $2,600 less than the 2015 SE of sound isolaters. This resulted in version. It’s offered with the choice of a nice, relaxing and quiet passenger four or six-cylinder engines, five or seven cabin. occupant seating and with front or allWith the Uconnect touchscreen, wheel-drive underside chassis setup. owners with voice commands will also The 2016 Journey lineup was be able to operate the navigation also simplified from seven to system and music selections plus five models, laying the foundation for request nearby fuel prices by the sound offering customers improved value of their voice. Four Uconnect variances and expanded options, coupled with are available including one with an making the ordering process more 8.4-inch touch screen. They all feature streamlined. As a matter of fact, easy-to-use controls and class-leading just about every build combination of technology. Journey now has a more attractive price Journey models SE, SXT, Crossroad point than that of the outgoing design. and Crossroad Plus are all powered by And worth bringing to the forefront a standard 2.4-liter 16-valve DOHC is the fact that the ’15 model had a four-cylinder engine. It produces 173 record year as for as sales. It appears horsepower and is matched with a as if Journey is still on this same glide four-speed automatic transmission. path for 2016 as well. This four-cylinder engine delivers With the spotlight focused towards 26 miles per gallon on the highway. Journey’s exterior, it tends to maintain Standard on all models are its sculpted, yet clean and aggressive multistage front passenger air head restraints, lines overall. Crossroad and bags, active Crossroad Plus models also have an electronic stability control with alleye-catching bold rear “ring of fire” speed traction control, electronic roll LED tail lamp assembly plus distinctive mitigation with brake assist and a style19-inch aluminum wheels fitted driver-side knee blocker air bag. Also with performance all-season tires. included are side-curtain air bags The exterior design element reflects covering all three rows, front seata combination of a modern and mounted side air bags, plus four-wheel contemporary silhouette overall, plus anti-lock disc brakes, a child seat anchor chiseled, squared-off body stampings. system and trailer-sway control. With It’s sort of the best of two worlds with its two new exterior paint colors available for Journey in the ‘16 lineup, you will outer appearance in general. This vehicle tends to offer levels find Jazz Blue Pearl and Olive Green. of refinement not typically found in the All models are built in Toluca, Mexico. segment. For example, you’ll discover At roadtest, the version I tested had an a nicely crafted, one-piece, soft-touch MSRP of $34,660 after options and instrument panel. Furthermore, it destination charges. august 2016 | OUR TOWN | 17
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The outdoor pedestrian mall began filling up as the bars emptied out at closing time. The crowd brought their high energy from inside the numerous big dance clubs out into the warm summer evening. The busy resort town was at full occupancy, at the height of tourist season, and the party would keep going for some time, dissipating into smaller, and more subdued, gatherings as late night turned into early morning. A dispatch call came out for police to respond to a local club where a patron was refusing to leave. Other cops and I arrived at the mall, and weaved our way through the loud, but happy, crowd. We went downstairs to the club lobby, where a male was
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be a prizefighter - punched the other man. At the sound of fist hitting flesh, it was on... It was if someone had thrown a handful of pea-gravel into the crowd, and everyone who got hit with a piece turned and punched the person
Brawl on the mall standing by himself just inside the entrance. The club manager explained that the guy hadn’t caused any problems, but would not leave. They just wanted him out, with no arrest necessary. The problem seemed to be one of comprehension, more than of confrontation. The worse-for-wear patron just couldn’t understand that it was time to quit guzzling cocktails and go home. Having had more than one “cooperative” subject decide to fight in confined spaces, we put him in handcuffs for the trip up the stairs. Back out on the mall, the crowd was still there, but the mood had changed louder, and edgier. I radioed dispatch for a warrant check on our subject. While waiting for a reply, things were heating up. The other officers began moving toward two men having a very loud disagreement. Before they could get there, one of the men - a doctor, who, very briefly, fancied himself to 18 | OUR TOWN | august 2016
next to them. Within seconds, dozens of people began fighting. Fists, drinks and other items flew through the air. Yelling, screaming and chaos replaced the happy banter of the previous 15 minutes. My subject, still in handcuffs, became quite animated, and kept trying to move forward into the maelstrom. I pushed him and the crowd away from each other, whereupon his heels hit a step onto a landing, and he fell backwards against a shop entry door. He ended up on his backside, looking every bit the drunk-slumped-in-a-doorway that he was. The doctor-turnedboxer decided to resist the efforts of a powerlifting cop trying to subdue him. The inebriated physician fared poorly, and was promptly cuffed and stuffed into an arriving patrol car. The fracas ended almost as quickly as it began. People began running away, with torn clothing, bloody faces
and looks of shock and awe. Within a couple of minutes, the mall was empty except for trash, broken glass and miscellaneous debris. My subject had somehow managed to get himself back to a standing position, and looked as if he had awakened from a bad dream. All the excitement had sobered him up to a certain extent. He asked, “Can I go home now?” There were no warrants for him, and he’d had little to do with the chaos that had taken place. Taking a deep breath, I said, “Sure,” and removed the handcuffs. He shook my hand, said, “Thanks, mate. Cheers,” and jogged off into the night. I’ve just returned from traveling via motorcycle around the Midwest and back to the Rockies. From what I’ve observed, the mood of the country reminds me of the mood of the crowd on the mall all those years ago. People are edgy, angry and tense. Much of that frustration is justified. And some is being deliberately stirred up by those who don’t have the public’s best interest in mind. Maybe a few deep breaths are in order. I hope we can collectively shake hands and jog off peacefully into the night; for once a nasty conflict starts, it can progress quickly and take on a momentum of its own.
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B r e a k fa st Bites Healthy recipes to start your day off right It is well-known that the best way to start the morning is with a balanced breakfast – it’s not called “the most important meal of the day” for nothing, after all. Breakfast is also linked to many health benefits, including weight control and improved performance. Studies show that eating a healthy breakfast can help you enjoy a more nutritionally complete diet that is higher in nutrients, vitamins and minerals, improved concentration and performance at the office or in the classroom, more strength and endurance, and lower cholesterol levels. According to the USDA’s MyPlate Food Guide, a healthy breakfast should contain a well-balanced variety of foods from the major food groups, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low- or non-fat dairy and lean protein. These recipes for Protein Pancakes, and Oat Bran Blueberry Muffins from registered dietitian Shanna Stewart, of Wellness For The Win, can help you put your best foot forward to tackle everything the day ahead throws at you. Find these healthy recipes and more at culinary.net/bb.
Oat Bran Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients: 2 cups oat bran hot cereal, un cooked 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute 2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) 1 cup skim milk 2 egg whites, slightly beaten 1/4 cup honey or molasses 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
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Directions: Heat oven to 425 F.
Variation: In place of blueberries, stir 1 medium mashed, ripe banana or any other fruit of choice into batter before baking.
Line 12 muffin cups with paper baking cups or spray bottoms only with non-stick
In bowl, combine oat bran cereal, brown sugar substitute, baking powder and salt, if desired; mix well. Add milk, egg whites, honey, oil and blueberries; mix just until dry ingredients are moistened. Do not over-mix. Fill prepared muffin cups about threequarters full. Bake 15-17 minutes, or until golden brown.
Protein Pancakes Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quick oats 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 1 ripe mashed banana 1/2 cup fat free Greek yogurt or cottage cheese 1/4 cup almond or skim milk 2 egg whites 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda dash of cinnamon berries (optional) walnuts (optional) 19 | OUR TOWN | august 2016
Directions: In blender, combine oats, protein powder, banana, Greek yogurt, milk, eggs, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. Blend until smooth batter forms. Cook on griddle until golden brown. Add mixed berries and walnuts (or other toppings) as desired. Serving suggestions: Pour the juice from the fruit on top of pancakes as “syrup” or top with reduced-sugar strawberry jelly and light syrup. august 2016 | OUR TOWN | 19
OurLifestyle growing up in a suburban home with his single mother (Hope Davis); as a new tenant, Ted Brautigan (Hopkins), moves in upstairs. Brautigan secretly seems to carry a special ability, which is why he asks for Bobby’s help to be on the lookout. While Hopkins is the star of the film, it’s Yelchin’s performance that carries it – and he was a natural. Their chemistry is the heart of the film alongside Bobby’s relationship with his childhood girlfriend, Carol (Mika Boorem). Just watch how young Anton handles the scene when he finds Carol seriously injured by the neighborhood bully. He and Boorem’s reactions couldn’t be more realistic as depicted in the film’s best – and most heartbreaking – scene. From this point on, Anton Yelchin’s career path was officially set for life. “Star Trek” (2009), “Star Trek Into Darkness” (2013), “Star Trek Beyond” (2016) Anton Yelchin was born in Leningrad, Russia (now St. Petersburg). Both his mother and father were Russian professional figure skaters. So naturally, it’s understandable why he nabbed the role in the new “Star Trek” reboot franchise as Chekov. The famed role called for a Russian accent and with nearly a decade of acting experience – and still in his late teens at the time – Anton was the perfect fit and you can see why director J.J. Abrams recently - and publically - remembered the actor being “funny as hell” and “brilliant.”
Remembering Anton Yelchin: the highlights of a ‘brilliant’ actor by brian guerrero When it comes to child stars growing up in the industry and becoming credible as adult actors (especially without any negative headlines as they come of age), Anton Yelchin is one of the finest examples of that kind of consistent success. He had been in the business for about 18 years by the age of – only – 27. While he worked alongside with many of the best in the entertainment business, you can’t help but notice that he was on his way to greatness – then again, technically, he already had made it. By the age of 11, he struck gold, starring opposite an Academy-Award-winning actor… “Hearts in Atlantis” (2001) He received positive attention by many (especially me) in this film directed by Scott Hicks (who just received an Oscar nomination for his previous film “Shine”) and starring Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins. Based on the novel by Stephen King, the story is about an 11-year-old boy named Bobby (Yelchin) 20 | OUR TOWN | august 2016
“Fright Night” (2011) In this horror film remake – that no one really wanted originally – Anton found himself as the lead opposite Colin Farrell (chewing up every scene as the evil Jerry) about a high school kid named Charley (Yelchin) who becomes obsessed with spying on his next-door neighbor who may be a vampire. Of course Charley is extremely skeptical of the situation at first when his former best friend, Ed (Christopher MintzPlasse), gives him the crazy news. As Charley, Anton gives us priceless reactions saying things like, “that’s a stupid name for a vampire… Jerry?” followed by “You read way too much ‘Twilight’” back towards Ed. The script is surprisingly well written with dark wit and – as you can see now – smart pop-culture references. The rest of the cast includes Toni Collete, David Tenent, Dave Franco and Imogen Poots. It’s a rare horror film you should not dismiss especially with a reliable lead like Anton Yelchin who – once again – carried the film a like pro. He was the kind of actor who kept things simple, but easily relatable to the audience in the way he played out his characters. He was never the ‘showy’ type of actor, but was always on his A-game when the time came for difficult scenes that required deep emotions. His roles were mostly on the dramatic side, but he was quite self-animated in real life. He was tremendously fresh when it came to comedy - even in his more dramatic roles. Along with a handful of films that have yet to come out with him involved, Anton Yelchin can also be seen in films like “Terminator Salvation” (2009), “Like Crazy” (2012), and this year’s “Green Room” (2016) among others. Anton was a kind and gifted actor gone too soon.
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Luke’s Legacy, Inc. works to put an end to drunk driving
By Laurie Simon
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May 18, 2001 should have been like any other day for the first grade class at Zion Lutheran. That morning they loaded up and headed for the St. Louis Zoo for their end-of-the-year field trip. But at 1:30 p.m., everything changed. As that first grade class waited for the school bus to return, a red Ford Probe came barreling down Wells Dr. at a speed of 70 mph. Masses of zoo visitors fled as they heard the tires screeching and then witnessed the car hit a boulder head on. It was then that they realized everyone had gotten out of the way except for one person, a seven-year-old boy named Luke Maue. Luke was hit and killed instantly in front of zoo visitors, his classmates, their parents and his own mother, Angie Maue. The driver of that red Ford Probe was Robert Robertson, a 20-year-old with a blood alcohol content of 0.22 – almost threetimes the current legal limit. Luke was a son, a brother, a friend, a classmate, a cub scout and a “Hope for Tomorrow”; and that hope was tragically ended much too soon by the careless act of an underage drunk driver. In the years that followed, Angie Maue turned her grief into a positive force for our community. She started running in non-profit 5K’s to honor her son and his legacy. Then Angie had a thought - she decided to form Luke’s Legacy, Inc. to honor her son and his life and to raise awareness of drunk driving and the impact it can take on a community as a whole. She hit the ground running – literally. Luke’s Legacy started hosting a yearly 5K each September to honor Luke’s life, as Sept. 21 is Luke’s birthday. What started as a yearly remembrance became something so much greater. In 2015, Luke’s Legacy, Inc. was deemed a certified non-profit 501©3 by the state of Missouri.
This year, the team at Luke’s Legacy, Inc. will be hosting their sixth annual “Hope for Tomorrow” 5K and 1 mile “run out drunk driving” event that will take place on Sept. 17 at Legacy Park at 5490 Fifth Street in Cottleville. The 5K race will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the 1 mile fun run beginning at 9:00 a.m. Louie, the St. Louis Blues mascot, will be on hand from 8:30 - 9 a.m. to kick off the event. There will also be a ton of other fun activities for you and your family, so sign up today! Not a runner? That’s ok! This year, they have added a “sleep-in” option where you pay a minimal donation to the organization to show your support but you stay home in bed with your PJ’s on. If you or your business would like to register for the race or become a sponsor, please visit www.LukesLegacy.org or email Laurie at Laurie@Lukes-Legacy.org for more information. In addition to this annual fundraiser, Luke’s Legacy, Inc. works endlessly year-round to make sure their mission is heard by educating the community through spreading community awareness at local health and safety events, preventing underage drinking by speaking at high schools, colleges, impact panels and more, and eliminating drunk driving by supporting local law enforcement in their efforts to remove drunk drivers from our roadways. As you prepare to enjoy the summer months ahead, please make a plan to be a safe and sober driver or have reliable sober transportation lined up. A drunk driving accident can occur to anyone, at any time, in any place. Remember – it was only 1:30 in the afternoon when the life of seven year old Luke Maue was taken from us too soon. “Be Luke’s Voice, Make the Right Choice” and be a safe and sober driver! august 2016 | OUR TOWN | 21
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stay fit while traveling
If summer travel plans frequently keep you away from home, it can be a challenge to maintain your regular fitness routine. With dedication, planning and a little creativity, you can use these tips from fitness entrepreneur Cassey Ho to maintain your workout regimen no matter where your travels take you.
1. Pack for fitness Before your trip, research the hotel, nearby fitness facilities or area parks and pack accordingly. Be sure to bring along the essentials, such as athletic shoes and exercise clothing; easily portable equipment such as a jump rope, resistance bands or yoga mat; and technology to support your workout like your smartphone and headphones. Like the right apparel, footwear and diet, it is also important to have the right contact lens technology for your eyes. It’s crucial to your performance that you be comfortable throughout the day so you don’t lose focus. 2. Keep active as you go Whether you’re traveling by car, train or plane, summer travel can force you to sit for long periods. To fit some activity into your travel, wear your walking or running shoes. If you’re traveling by plane, stroll through the airport terminal rather than sitting at the gate if you have a layover or delay. When traveling by train walk through the cars occasionally. If you’re driving, take breaks to get out and stretch. 3. Work in a workout When you arrive at your destination, set the tone for your trip by working out right away or scheduling time for a workout and treating it as an important appointment. Consider these simple ways to squeeze in some physical activity: 22 | OUR TOWN | august 2016
Go for a quick run in the area near your hotel – it’s a great way to burn calories, and it’s the perfect opportunity to explore your destination! Walk the hotel halls – or get your daily steps logged at a local attraction or meeting facility. Take the stairs when possible and use your phone’s GPS to map out a path or find a local park or trail. For a quick burst of cardio, power through a few sets of jumping jacks in your room. If you’ve got space in your hotel room, use your tablet or smartphone to find a yoga or aerobics workout and follow along. Try pushups, planks and squats, all of which rely on your own body mass for resistance. Swim laps in the hotel pool. 4. Make healthy dining choices When dining out, make sensible choices. Take the time to evaluate the menu. Select foods that are steamed, roasted or broiled, and avoid fried foods. Ask for dressings and sauces on the side. If you’ll be in town for more than a day or two, take time to visit a local grocery store to stock up on fresh, healthy snacks, such as fruit, vegetables, hummus and unsalted nuts, for your hotel room. Keeping things simple and staying committed to your routine with these tips will help you to easily keep your health on track during your summer travels.
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It’s a new school year learning to grow with ADHD
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t’s hard to believe that the new school year will be here before we know it. And for some ADD/ADHD kids and their parents, this time can often be associated with anxiety and stress. But setting up some reasonable goals now for the upcoming school year can set the tone for a successful academic year. Each family should set goals based on what is important to them. Meet as a family and discuss a structure from the time your child gets out of bed in the morning to the time they go to bed at night. Rewards and expectations can also be put in place along with these goals. The key to setting up goals for school is that they are reasonable and can be easily obtainable. Suggestion of school-year goals Set up a morning routine and bed time routine during the week. Sleep is the time when our brains form longterm memories and it also helps with the overall mental and emotional well-being to help enhance their performance in school. Set up a time to meet your child’s
teacher prior to the start of school. Find out about any major projects or other assignments that are coming up during the year. Learn about the teacher’s expectation for homework. Find out how you can communicate with the teacher throughout the year to keep track of completed and outstanding assignments. Set up a study schedule at home that works for everyone’s schedule for completing assignments. Encourage a study routine and keep distractions to a minimum and make sure you follow up on what they have been doing during that study time. Rewarding consistent and positive behavior Staying up a little late on the weekend could be a reward for going to bed on time during the week. Extra time to watch TV or play video games could be a reward for completing homework assignments. In addition to the rewards, make sure you provide praise and encouragement and acknowledge their strengths whenever possible. What to do after a bad day or a set back
If your child has a bad day, try to reteach the positive behaviors which will help increase the likelihood of success for the next time. Studies show that children with ADD and ADHD respond well to positive reinforcements and not criticism. Neurofeedback can help If your child continues to have set backs at school or you are concerned with ADHD, Neurofeedback may be the answer. Neurofeedback addresses the brain for improved mental performance and the ability to pay attention and remember information. In return, children confidently get better test results and it marks a clearer path for the future. For more information on Neurofeedback, call St. Louis Neurotherapy Institute at 1-855-STLADHD to find out about their free parent information nights. And discover why the Academy of Pediatrics recommends Neurofeedback to help re-train the brain in a non-invasive way without the use of medication.
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Purple Heart Day
A night of free summer fun! The concert starts at 7 p.m. and pre-show entertainment for the kids starts at 6 p.m. at Creve Coeur Park: Tremayne Shelter. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced by 4 p.m. the day of the show at www.marylandheights.com. Call 314-738-2599 for more information.
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National Aviation Day
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Senior Citizens Day
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Women’s Equality Day
The Creve Coeur Recreation Department is proud to offer its third summer of free family-friendly concerts in Millennium Park at 2 Barnes West Drive. Pack a picnic basket or purchase a snack from a food truck as you enjoy live music in the park. Bring chairs or blankets for seating. The show begins at 6 p.m., but come early to get a good seat. Get ready to rock out like its Beatlemania again as the Abbey Road Warriors take the stage. Though they are not the typical look-alike Beatles tribute band, they play the music of the Fab Four with a passion and love that is appreciated by all.
The free concert featuring Rockin’ Chair starts at 7 p.m. and pre-show entertainment for the kids featuring a caricaturist starts at 6 p.m. at Creve Coeur Park in the Tremayne Shelter. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced by 4 p.m. the day of the show at www.marylandheights.com. Call 314-738-2599 for more information.
The event will take place from 5 - 7:30 p.m.at Plaza Jaguar St. Louis located at 11654 Olive Blvd in Creve Coeur. Tickets are $15 each or two for $25 which includes food, beverages and $10 mouse money for each person. Sponsorship opportunities are also available starting at $50. This event will sell out fast so contact the chamber now to reserve your spot. For more information, contact the Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce at 314-576-6603 or visit www.mhcc.com.