TimeOff Magazine Nov/Dec 2013 by Patricia Catanzaro

• CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES • SOCIAL EVENTS

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FF TIME O The GO-TO Guide To What’s Happening in St Charles

NOV-DEC, 2013

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SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF THE HOLIDAYS DISCOVER HOLIDAY LIGHTING DISPLAYS AROUND TOWN

Escape the Ordinary! Serving Seniors For 30 years Page 7

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It’s WEINSTRASSE Time! Come Experience a Day at the Weinstrasse! Travel one of Missouri’s most scenic roadways en route to an afternoon of fine wine and relaxation at four exceptional wineries. It’s just a short drive from West County and St. Charles along Hwy. 94. Call the wineries for more information or details about specific events.

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Contents TIME OFF

NOV-DEC, 2013

Your Guide To What’s Happening In The St. Charles County Region

All Around Town

About The Magazine ................5

What’s Happening November Listings ................... 8 December Listings ...................16

What’s New What’s New ....................................6 Here’s a look at new businesses popping up around town

Editorial Features On The Front Cover...................7 Lake St. Charles Retirement Community

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Holiday Light Displays .............9 Santa Sightings........................19 Holiday Races & Runs ...........21 Where to Buy Your Real Christmas Tree .........................22 On The Back Cover .................23 Mom’s Resale See it Live!.................................24 Theater, Music & Dance Help Out Your Local Charity.............................27 Business Brief...........................28

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Published bi-monthly. ©2013. Dates are: Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/Jun, Jul/Aug, Sept/Oct, Nov/Dev No Part of This Publication May Be Reproduced Without the Permission of the Publisher. Publisher- Pat Catanzaro, Gateway Creative, Inc. Creative Design/Production- Dave Schellenberg Advertising Sales- Pat Catanzaro, Phil Catanzaro Editorial Writers- Robin Garrison Leach, Scott Drachnik Event Coordinator- Robin Leach

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TA K E T I M E OF F !

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Welcome Readers! The holiday season is upon us. Time to celebrate! And this issue we celebrate our 12th anniversary. Wow. That makes TimeOff the oldest magazine in the St. Charles area! We thank you- our readers, our advertisers and our distribution outlets for making this such a successful popular St. Charles magazine. Check out all the fun things to do this holiday season. Santa sightings, live theater, holiday light displays and more. It’s all here between our pages. If you are not already a fan on Facebook or following us on Twitter we invite you to join us. Some of our lucky fans have received free Fox Theater tickets and gift certificates to local places in town. We encourage you to take TimeOff to enjoy the good life! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Please let our advertisers know that you read about them in TimeOff. Til next time around....... Pat Catanzaro, Publisher

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Around Town

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New Businesses, if you’d like to be included on this page, send information and .jpg photo to: timeoff@gatewaycreative.net

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Painting with a Twist 3004 WingHaven Blvd O’Fallon, Missouri 636-625-7928 paintingwithatwist.com/ofallon

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Marie Angelique Bra & Lingerie 220 N. Main Street Historic St. Charles 636-949-2348 www.marieangelique.com

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Gulliver’s Travel Celebrating 25 years of travel! • Vacation Packages • Tours • Groups • Destination Weddings • Cruises & More

We Have a World to Offer! • Mexico • Caribbean • Hawaii • Europe & More!

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O N Welcome to the distinctive & charming

Lake St. Charles where you will find Independent Living and Assisted Living accommodations like no other.

T H E

C OV E R

Lake St. Charles Retirement Community Escape the Ordinary!

Our Longevity… Approaching 30 Years of Service After 30 years, we still believe in offering an extraordinary lifestyle to seniors at Lake St Charles. Our staff put together superior service and experience including 20, 22, and 25 years! Our successful transitions to our Community has influenced multiple generations, friends, siblings, past employees, all deciding to also move to Lake St Charles. The approach we use is simple…..when you move here, we treat you like family! We always take extra time to really get to know our residents. We find out all their favorite things, if they love Custard Pie, it’s on the Menu soon after! We are thrilled to be approaching the 30 Year Anniversary of Lake St Charles in 2014.

Lifestyle full of Conveniences

• Independent & Assisted Living • Located on 12 Acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, but all under 1 roof in St Charles • 5 Spacious Floor Plans • All-Inclusive packages

Senior day is our most successful community event that we have hosted at Lake St Charles for 22 years. This sold out event is on the third Wednesday of every month. • Beautiful updated Apartments • Transportation • Bakery & Coffee Café • 3 Restaurants • General Store • Doctor’s Office with Geriatric Physician • Fitness Center & Personal Trainer • Beauty Shop • Chapel • Library • Movie Theatre • Small Groups • Entertainment brought to our Grand Social Center several times every month • Social….card games, hand chimes, bocce ball, billiards, happy hour & much more.

Successful Community Events for 22 Years!!!

We host several events every month for the Community! This program continues to grow as we explore new opportunities to support Seniors. Senior day is our most successful community event that we have hosted at Lake St Charles for 22 years. This sold out event is on the third Wednesday of every month. We start seating and serving lunch at 12:00, followed by a delicious dessert, and several bingo games. Estate sale shopping concludes the afternoon. Our guests make reservations early in the month to get on our list! Call for individual or group reservations. Other exciting events for our community include day trips, Lunch & Learns, Oasis presentations, and many other entertaining opportunities for the seniors of St Charles to enjoy! Visit our website for our listing of events!

Call to schedule a tour and enjoy a complimentary meal at our fantastic restaurant. We can’t wait to meet you!

636-947-1100

www.lakestcharlesretirement.com 45 Honey Locust Lane St Charles, MO 63303

Serving Seniors for 30 Years! TimeOff Magazine /Nov-Dec, 2013

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November Arts & Culture

Community Events

Kids & Teens

TimeOff Treasure Hunt In the ads within this issue, we've hidden a TimeOff Clock Logo for you to find. When you find it, e-mail your findings along with the name of the ads in which you found the logo and where you picked up your copy of TimeOff. When we receive your information, we'll enter you into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to an area restaurant. Happy Hunting!

Events

Send Your Findings to: TOT Contest E-mail: timeoff@gatewaycreative.net Mail to: 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive St. Charles 63304 Fax to: 636-536-9611

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Week of Nov 1-2 Beauty and the Beast Date: Fri, Nov 1-Sun, Nov 3 Time: Fri, 7:30pm: Sat, 2 & 7:30pm: Sun, 1&6:30pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $75-$30 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com The most beautiful love story ever told comes to life at the Fox!

4th Annual O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce Trivia Night Date: Fri, Nov 1 Time: 7pm Location: KC Hall, O’Fallon Cost: $20 person, $160 table of 8 Contact: 636-240-1818 or www.ofallonchamber.org “A Night at the Movies” theme. Costumes encouraged but not required. Reserve your space now.

9 to 5 the Musical Date: Nov 1-3 & 8-10 Time: 8pm, Sun matinees 2pm Location: St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Cost: $18-$12 Contact: 800-838-3006 or www.act2theater.com Finale of the 20th season at Act 2 Community Theater. See this wonderful show.

Fall Group Hayrides Date: Nov1-Nov 12 Time: 6-7-8pm Fri, 5-6-7-8-Sat & Sun Location: Broemmelsiek Park Cost: $125 wagon of 20 Contact: 636-949-7535 or www.stccparks.org to reserve 45-minute ride through park on wagon; campfire and fun. Call to reserve for your group event.

Foundry Art Trivia Night and Silent Auction Date: Fri, Nov 1 Time: 7pm-10:30pm Location: Foundry Art Centre

Listings are organized in chronological order by week and date. Simply take note of the color coded categories on each page, scan the dates and locate the types of events you are looking for. Enjoy your TimeOff! Cost: $160 table of 8 Contact: 636-255-0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org Trivia night to support community events and programs provided by the Foundry Art Centre. Register your table today.

Location: Health and Environmental Operations, 135 Ecology Drive Cost: Free Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net St. Peters residents can safely destroy documents at this shredding event.

Fantasia

Firearms and Military Collectibles Show

Date: Fri, Nov 1-Sun, Nov 3 Time: Fri & Sat, 7pm: Sun, 2pm Location: Powell Hall Cost: $65-$30 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org Films accompanied by STL Symphony. Se this imaginative collaboration. Website for details.

Date: Sat, Nov 2 & Sun, Nov 3 Time: Sat, 9am-5pm: Sun, 9am-3pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Cost: $10: Under 12 Free w/parent Contact: www.stlweaponcollectors.com Largest show of its kind in St. Louis. Over 500 tables.

Please Remain Calm Date: Fri, Nov1-Sun, Nov 3 Time: 7pm-9pm Location: O’Fallon Municipal Centre Cost: $12-$8 Contact: 636-474-8150 or www.ofallon.mo.us Original play written and directed by Carole Lanham. Zombies: totally fun.

Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden End-of-Season Celebration Date: Sat, Nov 2 & Sun, Nov 3 Time: 9am-3pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: $5 ages 3-12: Parents included w/Garden admission Contact: 314-577-5100 or www.mobot.org Games, crafts, activities and entertainment to celebrate the end of the season at the Children’s Garden.

Shred it and Forget It Date: Sat, Nov 2 Time: 9am-Noon

Sinbad Date: Sat, Nov 2 Time: 8pm Location: Peabody Opera House Cost: $35 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com Actor and comedian Sinbad is ranked by Comedy Central as one of the top 100 standup comedians of all time.

Sentimental Journey Dance Band Concert with Dancing Date: Sat, Nov 2 Time: 7pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: $15-$10 Contact: 636-255-0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org Dance, swing and listen to the Sentimental Journey Dance Band.

Week of Nov 3-9 Spirit of St. Louis Doll & Bear Show Date: Sun, Nov 3 Time: 10pm-3pm Location: Columns Banquet Center, St Charles Cost: $5, under 12-Free

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Contact: 314-423-2635 or trankin405@aol.com Show and sale. Early buyer at 9am: $10.

Cornucopia of Care Food Drive Date: Mon, Nov 4-Sat, Dec 14 Time: Business Hours Location: Businesses in O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 636-379-5507 or www.ofallon.mo.us New Frontier Bank Winghaven, Fox’s Pizza Den, Lindell Bank O’Fallon, Renaud, and City Hall. Drop off items for food pantries. See website or call.

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The Lights of Christmas

21st Annual Celebration of Lights Fort Zumwalt Park, O’Fallon

Fri, Nov 29- Mon, Dec 30 Times Vary: See website or call $15-$1 by vehicle/person/ 636-379-5614 or www.ofallon.mo.us Magical tour through dazzling lights. Days, times, prices vary; see website. Segway Rides, carriage, wagon, more.

Biggest Winner—Tool Kit Date: Mon, Nov 4 Time: 6pm-7:30pm Location: Spencer Road Branch Library, St. Peters Cost: Free Contact: 636-928-WELL or bjcstcharlescounty.org Before the kickoff in January, attend these programs to get ready. Also Nov 11 and Nov 18.

Francis Howell School District Golf Tournament Date: Mon, Nov 4 Time: Registration, 10am-Start, 11am Location: Old Hickory Golf Club, St. Peters Cost: $125 Contact: www.fhsdschools.org 18 holes of golf. 4-person scramble with prizes, buffet, raffles and more!

Veterans Week Ceremonial March Date: Mon, Nov 4 Time: 2:30pm-3:30pm Location: St. Charles Community College Campus Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu Join the ceremonial march around campus to honor and recognize our veterans.

Veterans Day Parade Date: Tues, Nov 5 Time: Noon Location: Downtown St. Louis Cost: Free: vendor costs Contact: 314-589-6613 Support and honor US Veterans at this time-honored parade.

Understanding the Doctor’s Orders: Date: Wed, Nov 6 Time: 6pm-7:30pm Location: Kathryn Linnemann Library, St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: 636-928-WELL www.bjcstcharlescounty.org Dr. Ximena Schnurr will discuss the importance of understanding doctor’s orders. Q &A to follow.

Wednesday Family Dinners Date: Wed, Nov 6 Time: 5pm-8pm Location: Chandler Hill Vineyards, Defiance Cost: Contact Contact: 636-798-2675 chandlerhillvineyards.com Family dinners by Chandler Hill. Also Nov 13 and 20. Call or online for details. continued on next page

additional person 636-332-9236 or wentzvillemo.org Over 35 large colorful holiday scenes and tunnels! Display will be open Thursday-Sunday, November 29December 8 and open nightly December 12-December 30 (closed Christmas).

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Enjoy Dazzling Displays and Twinkling Candles

44th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Fri, Nov 22-Fri, Jan 3 5pm-9pm • Free 618-397-6700 or www.snows.org Mile-and-a-half drive with over one million lights, electro-art displays, and lifesize biblical statues taking visitors on a scriptural Journey to Bethlehem.

Santa’s Magical Kingdom Eureka Nov 15-Jan 5 Fri & Sat: 5:30pm-11pm Sun-Thurs: 5:30pm-10:30pm $30-$19 • 636-938-5925 www.santasmagicalkingdom.com Experience this holiday light display featuring millions of shimmering lights and state of the art custom lighting animation.

Macy’s Festival of Lights Kiener Plaza, Downtown Nov 22 • 6:30pm • Free www.christmasinstlouis.org Lights come on; holiday activities and after-party till 9pm.

Taubman Prestige Outlets’ 1st Annual Tree Lighting Chesterfield Sat, Nov 16 • 2pm-8pm • Free www.taubmanprestigeoutlets.com Holiday entertainment from the Muny Kids, TeamSTAGES and Ashleyliane Dance Company, children’s art activities, Santa Claus and other holiday surprises.

Garden Glow Missouri Botanical Garden Nov 23- Jan 4 • $18-$6 Times Vary: See website or call 314-577-5100 or www.mobot.org Stroll through the Garden at night surrounded by the Garden’s first-ever winter light display.

14th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony O’Fallon City Hall Wed, Nov 20 • 6-8 pm • Free 636-379-5574or www.ofallon.mo.us Tree lighting, music, games and crafts, Santa, vendors and more. Bring canned goods or personal items for local pantries.

Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park Nov 27- Jan 1 5:30-9:30 pm Sun-Fri • $90-$10 314-534-1111 or www.metrotix.com See the dazzling lights. Saturdays for carriage rides. St. Louis tradition.

St. Peters Tree Lighting Ceremony St. Peters City Hall Fri, Nov 22 • 6 pm • Free www.stpetersmo.net Tree lighting, musical performances, Santa and holiday movie. Bring your family and ring in the holidays.

St. Charles City Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Berthold Square Fri, Nov 29 • 5pm • Free 636-946-7776 or www.historicstcharles.com Annual lighting of Christmas tree in St. Charles. Traditions characters, hot wassail and photo ops.

Winter WonderWalk at Tilles Park Fri, Nov 22-Sun, Nov 24 Times vary: see website or call $5 all ages 314-615-8820 or www.stlouisco.com Walk through Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park. All ages must have ticket for event. Look for Tilles Park on website

17th Annual Holiday Nights Drive Through Light Display Rotary Park, Wentzville Nov 29-Dec 8 • 6pm-10pm $8 up to 6 people, $1 each

U.S. Bank Wild Lights St. Louis Zoo Dec 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-23, 26-30 5:30pm • $5-$4: under 2, free 314-646-4771 or www.stlzoo.org Walk through the Zoo's wonderland of spectacular light displays. Free parking on the Zoo's South Parking Lot on Wells Drive. Christmas Candlelight Tour Historic Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center Dec 6 & Dec 7 •Gates open 5:30pm $15-$10 636-798-2005 to reserve tickets or www.danielboonehome.com Thousands of candles light your way as you tour the historic home and grounds. Wassail, cookies and more! 31st Annual Candlelight Christmas Walk Augusta Dec 6 & 13 • 5pm-10pm Free to visit 636-228-4005 or www.augusta-chamber.org Experience an old-fashioned, candlelit walk through Historic Augusta this holiday season. Holiday Night Lights Walk Through Rotary Park, Wentzville Mon, Dec 9 • 6pm-8pm $3, under 6: free 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Walk through displays and enjoy refreshments. Santa will be stopping by! Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll Fort Zumwalt Park, O’Fallon Tues, Dec 10 • 6-9pm $2: under 3, free. Free Parking 636-379-5605 or www.ofallon.mo.us Walk through the Celebration of Lights Display and enjoy crafts, caroling, food and beverages. No reservation needed.

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Arts & Culture LIFE HAS ITS MOMENTS...

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Alabama Date: Fri, Nov 8 & Sat, Nov 9 Time: 8pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $122-$49.50 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com Alabama celebrates 40 years together, with special guest Michael Ray.

Make This Holiday Season Memorable with a Gift From Krekeler Jewelers Family and Friends CPR Date: Wed, Nov 6 Time: 6:30pm-9pm Location: Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Cost: $25 per person Contact: 636-928-WELL or www.bjcstcharles.org Video-guided program for parents, grandparents and babysitters (ages 10-15 w/adult) to learn CPR and first aid for choking.

...MAKE THEM UNFORGETTABLE

Medication Matters: Ask the Pharmacist Date: Thurs, Nov7 Time: 10am-Noon Location: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Cost: Free Contact: 636-928-WELL or www.bjcstcharlescounty.org Inquire about your medications and get answers to questions from pharmacist.

Ste. Genevieve Fall Foliage and Wineries Tour Date: Thurs, Nov 7 Time: 8:30am-6:30pm Location: Leave From St. Peters City Hall Cost: $83 Contact: 636-397-6903 www.stpetersmo.net Travel to Ste. Genevieve and visit Felix Valle Home. Lunch, church and winery tour and animal viewing.

DJ Skate Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 7pm-9pm Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: Rec-Plex admission + $3 skate rental Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Bring your family for a night of skating. Games, prizes, and fun.

8th Annual Over the Top for Tots Luncheon Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 10:30am Location: Columns Banquet Center Cost: $50, $450 table of 10 Contact: 636-940-0748 or www.crisisnurserykids.org Food, raffle, and shopping to benefit Crisis Nursery's “Healing Hearts Program”. Sponsorships available.

For information, call

DJ Skate Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 7pm-9pm Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: Rec-Plex admission + $3 skate rental Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net A night of skating. Games, prizes, and fun.

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Arianna String Quartet: Johannes Brahms Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 8pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $25 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Hear three Piano Quartets of Brahams at the Touhill.

Choir of St. Thomas, Leipzig Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 8pm Location: Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis Cost: $44-$24 Contact: 314-533-7662 or www.cathedralconcerts.org St. Thomas Boys Choir will perform works by Bach and other composers.

Veterans Week Celebration Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 11am-Noon Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu Join us for a celebration of all veterans through music and spoken word. This event is free and open to the public.

Five Acres Animal Shelter Trivia Night Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 6:30pm Location: O’Fallon Elks Lodge Cost: $160/table of 8 advance: $200 at door Contact: 636-949-9918 fiveacresanimalshelter.com Help the adoptable animals at the shelter and have fun at this trivia night.

16th Annual Artists Holiday Boutique Date: Fri, Nov 8-Sat, Nov 9 Time: Fri, 7am-7pm: Sat, 8am-4pm Location: #3 Auburn Trace Court, Auburn Trace Subdivision, St. Peters Cost: Free to visit Contact: 636-561-0612 or www.arttouch.com Display of hand painted furniture, decorations for your home and gifts. A portion of the proceeds will go to a Women and Children's Abuse Center.

Shanghai Ballet: The Butterfly Hunters Date: Fri, Nov 8-Sat, Nov 9 Time: Fri, 8pm: Sat, 2&8pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $55-$35 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Enjoy the Shanghai Ballet, presented by Dance St. Louis. continued on next page

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Community Events

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Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Classical Japanese dance troupe and school will perform traditional and contemporary Japanese and Okinawan dance.

Date: Sat, Nov 9 Time: 10am-4pm Location: St. John United Church of Christ, St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: 636-946-0961 or www.stjohnucc.org Fairly traded, exotic, and engaging handcrafts created by artists in the developing world for sale.

5th Annual St. Charles County Senior Fair Date: Sat, Nov 9 Time: 9am-1pm Location: St. Peters Cultural Art Centre Cost: Free Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Seniors can gain valuable information on services available to them in the area.

Francis Howell North All Knighter Fair and Craft Show Date: Sat, Nov 9 Location: Francis Howell North High School Cost: Free

Lady Antebellum Date: Sat, Nov 9 Time: 7pm Location: Chaifetz Arena Cost: 96.50-$51.50 Contact: 314-977-5000 or www.thechaifetzarena.com Hear and enjoy Lady Antebellum at this concert at Chafeitz.

Sachiyo Ito & Company Date: Sat, Nov 9 Time: 8pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $20

Health

Veterans Day Ceremony Date: Mon, Nov 11 Time: 11am Location: St. Charles County Courthouse Cost: Free Contact: www.stcharlescitymo.gov Ceremony to honor veterans at St. Charles County Courthouse.

Bowling Jamboree

International Fair Trade Market

Sports & Outdoors

Date: Sat, Nov 9 Time: 2:30pm-5pm Location: Plaza Lanes, St. Charles Cost: $3 per game Contact: www.stcharlesparks.com Bowling to benefit St. Charles Parks & Recreation Foundation to help disadvantaged children.

Date: Sat, Nov 9 Time: 8:30am-5pm Location: Progress West Hospital Cost: $95/couple, includes lunch Contact: 636-928-WELL or bjcstcharlescounty.org Learn comprehensive info on your upcoming birth. Additional class Sat, Dec 7.

Week of Nov 10-16 Tribute to the Music of Elvis Date: Sun, Nov 10 Time: 3pm Location: Powell Hall Cost: $65-$25 Contact: 314-534-1700- or www.stlsymphony.org The STL Symphony recreates legendary songs by the King of Rock and Roll’s chart-topping hits.

Veterans Memorabilia Exhibit Date: Sun, Nov 10 Time: 1pm-4pm Location: Historic Heald Home, O’Fallon Cost: $2, includes house tour Contact: 636-379-5605 or www.ofallon.mo.us Exhibit of medals, uniforms, and memorabilia by member of the O’Fallon Veterans Commission.

Veterans Day Ceremony Date: Mon, Nov 11 Time: 11am Location: O’Fallon Veterans Memorial Walk Cost: Free Contact: 636-379-5550 or www.ofallon.mo.us The public is invited to honor and thank our community’s veterans. City Hall will be closed in observance of the day.

Business

Location: St. Charles Community College Social Sciences Building Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8574 or www.stchas.edu The Shoeman will talk about how he uses old shoes to make a difference in the water in Kenya and Haiti.

Taste of EgyptianFirecracker Dance Run

Date: Mon, Nov 11 Time: 10am Location: Veterans Memorial, St. Peters Cost: Free Contact: 636-477-6600 or www.stpetersmo.net Join us at the St. Peters Veterans Memorial at City Centre to honor veterans. Indoors if inclement weather.

Date: Tues, Nov 12 Time: 2:30pm-3:30pm Location; St. Charles Community College Social Sciences Building Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8634 or www.stchas.edu Learn about the regions of Egypt and their dances with video, demonstration and audience participation!

Pink

MGMT

Date: Mon, Nov 11 Time: 7:30pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $96.50-$36.50 Contact: 314-622-5435 or www.ticketmaster.com Pink’s The Truth About Love Tour, presented by Covergirl, comes to Scottrade Center.

Date: Tues, Nov 12 Time: 7:30pm Location: Peabody Opera House Cost: $32.50 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com Audio-visual musical experience with this musical group performing at Peabody.

Paint, Drink and Be Merry

Infant and Child CPR/Choking Class

Date: Tues, Nov 12 Time: 7pm Location: Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar Cost: $51-$48 Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.rendezvouscafeandwinebar.com Rendezvous Cafe & Wine Bar offers wine education, cooking classes and art classes.

Date: Tues, Nov 12 Time: 7pm-9:15pm Location: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Cost: $25 per couple Contact: 636-928-WELL or www.bjcstcharlescounty.org Expectant or new parents learn CPR for infants and children.

Questions about Diabetes? Program

Knee Replacement Lecture

Date: Tues, Nov 12 Time: Noon-1pm Location: Progress West Hospital Cost: $5 includes lunch Contact: 636-928-WELL or www.bjcstcharlescounty.org Register for this Lunch and Learn Program at Progress West.

Date: Wed, Nov 13 Time: 5pm-6pm Location: Progress West Hospital Cost: Free Contact: 636-928-WELL or www.bjcstcharlescounty.org Considering knee replacement? Attend this lecture to get info and answers.

Water in Keny and Haiti: A Presentation by the Shoeman

Noboleis Vineyards Wine Paired Dinner

Date: Tues, Nov 12 Time: 11:30am-12:30am

Date: Thurs, Nov 14 Time: Contact

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One-Day Childbirth Preparation

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Location: Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar Cost: Contact Contact: 636-281-CAFÉ www.rendezvouscafeandwinebar.com Brandon, Noboleis Vineyards' winemaker, will be here discussing his wines as they are paired with a four course dinner.

Daymond John Speaker Series

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WITS Electronics Recycling Event

Date: Thurs, Nov 14 Time: 7pm Location: Lindenwood University Cost: Free Contact: 636-949-4823 or www.lindenwood.edu Owner and founder of FUBU clothing and investor on “Shark Tank” will speak on business and personal success.

13th Annual Turkey Trot

Hunter Hayes

Ask the Sky and the Earth: A Cantata for the Sent-Down Youth

Date: Thurs, Nov 14 Time: 7:30pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $39.50-$32.50 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com Platinum selling country star Hayes stops at St. Louis with his “Let’s Be Crazy” tour.

AARP Driver Safety Program Date: Thurs, Nov 14 Time: 9am-1pm Location: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Cost: $14-$12 Contact: 636-928-WELL bjcstcharlescounty.org Class for drivers 50+ to refresh skills and develop strategies for coping with traffic situations.

Godspell Date: Fri, Nov15-Sun, Nov 17 Time: Fri, 8pm: Sat, 2&8pm: Sun, 2&7:30pm Location: Peabody Opera House Cost: $92-$27 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com Enjoy all the gifts of one of the most enduring shows of all time in a new intimate production.

City Centre Dance Date: Fri, Nov 15 Time: 7pm-10pm Location: St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Cost: $7 at door Contact: 636-697-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Mature people move and groove to variety of music. This dance, Silver Wings will perform.

MADCO: Uprising Date: Fri, Nov 15-Sun, Nov 17 Time: Fri & Sat, 8pm: Sun, 2pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $25 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org MADCO begins its season with a collaboration with track & field world-champion Jackie Joyner Kersee.

Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles Date: Fri, Nov 15 & Sat, Nov16 Time: Fri, 8pm: Sat, 2 &8pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $57.50-$27.50 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com Associated Press calls them “the next best thing to seeing the Beatles”.

Veterans Day Activities

Date: Fri, Nov 15 Time: Noon-6pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: Free, donations requested Contact: 314-558-0090 or www.witsinc.org Monthly recycling event sponsored by St. Charles and WITS Recycling. For residents and businesses.

Veterans Week Ceremonial March Date: Mon, Nov 4 Time: 2:30pm-3:30pm Location: St. Charles Community College Plaza Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu Join the ceremonial march around campus to honor and recognize our veterans.

Date: Sat, Nov 16 Time: 8:30am Location: Rotary Park Cost: $30 by Nov 10: $40 race day Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org With nine age groups and a 5K and one-mile walk/run, the Turkey Trot has fitness for everyone.

Veterans Day Parade Date: Tues, Nov 5 Time: Noon Location: Downtown St. Louis Cost: Free: vendor costs Contact: 314-589-6613 Support and honor US Veterans at this time-honored parade.

Date: Sat, Nov 16 Time: 3pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $50-$15 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org UMSL Symphony Orchestra and St. Louis International Culture and Performing Arts Center present this special concert.

Student Veterans Panel Date: Tues, Nov 5 Time: 11:30 a.m. Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu Listen to a panel of SCC student veterans answer questions about life in the military and as students.

Mommy & Me and the Nutcracker Tea Date: Sat, Nov 16 Time: 2pm-4pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: $35-$30 Contact: 636-255-0270 foundryartcentre.org Dress for tea and enjoy an elegant tea party and ballet performance. Must register: limited seating.

"The Invisible War" Film, sponsored by SVO Date: Wed, Nov 6 Time: 7 p.m. Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu "The Invisible War" is an investigative and emotional documentary about the epidemic of rape of soldiers within the US military, the institutions that perpetuate and cover up its existence, and its personal and social consequences.

SSM Hospice & Home Care Foundation Trivia Night Date: Sat, Nov 16 Time: 7pm Location: Brown Shoe Company, Clayton Cost: $160 table of 8/ $20 person Contact: 314-989-2275 or www.ssmhc.com All proceeds go to assistance programs for SSM Hospice and Home Care patients in the St. Louis metro area and surrounding counties.

Moonlight Mountain Bike Ride Date: Sat, Nov 16 Time: 6pm-8:30pm Location: Matson Hill Park Cost: Free Contact: 636-949-7535 or www.stccparks.org Ride by the light of the full moon through the woods and prairies of St. Charles County Parks with experienced mountain bike experts.

Week of Nov 17-23 Symphony SLAM Date: Sun, Nov 17 Time: 3pm Location: Powell Hall Cost: $19-$8 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org STL Symphony Music Director David Robertson pairs images of some of Saint Louis Art Museum’s treasures with music from Britten and Bartók. continued on next page

From Combat to College, featuring SCC student Jeph Jones Date: Thurs, Nov 7 Time: 7pm Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8259 or www.stchas.edu Joneswill share his story of transitioning from deployment to life as a college student. A platoon from his company is featured in the book "Black Hearts: One Platoon's Descent into Madness in Iraq's Triangle of Death," and this book will be available for sale during the event. Veteran's Week Celebration Date: Fri, Nov 8 Time: 11 a.m. Location: St. Charles Community College

Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8268 or www.stchas.edu Join us for a celebration of all veterans through music and spoken word. This event is free and open to the public. Veterans Memorabilia Exhibit Date: Sun, Nov 10 Time: 1pm-4pm Location: Historic Heald Home, O’Fallon Cost: $2, includes house tour Contact: 636-379-5605 or www.ofallon.mo.us Exhibit of medals, uniforms, and memorabilia by member of the O’Fallon Veterans Commission. Veterans Day Ceremony Date: Mon, Nov 11 Time: 11am Location: O’Fallon Veterans Memorial Walk Cost: Free Contact: 636-379-5550 or www.ofallon.mo.us The public is invited to honor and thank our community’s veterans. City Hall will be closed in observance of the day. Veterans Day Ceremony Date: Mon, Nov 11 Time: 11am Location: St. Charles County Courthouse Cost: Free Contact: www.stcharlescitymo.gov Ceremony to honor veterans at St. Charles County Courthouse. Veterans Day Ceremony Date: Mon, Nov 11 Time: 10am Location: Veterans Memorial, St. Peters Cost: Free Contact: 636-477-6600 or www.stpetersmo.net Join us at the St. Peters Veterans Memorial at City Centre to honor veterans. Indoors if inclement weather.

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Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $80-$25 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com A musical comedy splash; see this amazing show.

Date: Mon, Nov 18-Sun, Dec 1 Time: Daily Location: SCC Fine Arts Building Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8556 or www.stchas.edu See student art on display through Dec 1 at St. Charles Community College.

Kind-Hearted Woman Film Series Date: Mon, Nov 18-Fri, Nov 22 Time: All-day event Location: St. Charles Community College Social Sciences Building Cost: Free continued on next page Contact: 636-922-8544 or www.stchas.edu Documentary portrait of Robin Charboneau, Oglala Sioux woman living on Spirit Lake Reservation.

Sister Act Date: Tues, Nov, 19-Sun, Dec 1 Time: Varies by date

Health

Victorian Christmas at Tower Grove House Date; Wed, Nov 20-Jan 5 Time: Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm Location: Tower Grove House, St. Louis Cost: Mo. Botanical Garden admission Contact: 314-577-5100 or www.mobot.org Victorian home decked out in holiday style. Storytelling on Saturdays at 11am. Closed holidays Mon and Tues.

Justin Timberlake

SCC Fall Student Art Exhibition

Sports & Outdoors

Date: Tues, Nov 19 Time: 8pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $178-$48 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com Justin Timberlake presents his 20/20 Experience World Tour at the Scottrade Center.

Senior Day at Lake St. Charles Date: Wed, Nov 20 Time: Noon Location: Lake St. Charles Retirement Community Cost: $6: reservations Contact: 636-947-1100 www.lakestcharlesretirement.com Join us for a wonderful lunch, bingo and an Estate Sale that begins at 1pm.

14th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Date: Wed, Nov 20 Time: 6pm-8pm Location: O’Fallon City Hall Cost: Free Contact: 636-379-5574or www.ofallon.mo.us Tree lighting, music, games and crafts, Santa, vendors and more. Bring canned goods or personal items for local pantries.

Center Stage Theatre “On Golden Pond” Date: Wed, Nov 20- Sun, Nov 24 Time: 7pm Nov 20 &21; 8pm Nov 22&23; 2pm Nov 24 Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: $8-$6 Contact: 636-922-8050 or www.stchastickets.com Classic American comedy/drama that’s every bit as touching, warm and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979.

Baking for the Holidays Date: Wed, Nov 20 Time: 6:30pm Location: Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar Cost: $51-$45 Contact: 636-4742-REC www.rendezvouscafeandwinebar.com Join Chef Lauren Beckerle for a “hands-on” baking class at Rendezvous.

Smoking Cessation Sessions Date: Thurs, Nov 21 Time: 5:30pm-7pm Location: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Cost: Free Contact: 636-916-9528 bjcstcharlescounty.org Four-week program to help you stop smoking. Also Dec 5, 12 & 19.

Treasure Chest Holiday Expo Date: Fri, Nov 22-Sun, Nov 24 Time: Fri, 12-7pm: Sat, 9am-5pm: Sun, 10am-4pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Cost: Free Contact: 636-240-5689 treasurechestshows.com Handmade items for sale by local artisans and crafters. 6th year for this Expo.

Dardenne Prairie Holiday Lunch Date: Fri, Nov 22 Time: 11:30pm-1:30pm Location: Dardenne Prairie City Hall Cost: Free: Must register Contact: 636-755-5308 dardenneprairie.org Catered lunch with festive activities. Bring unwrapped toy for Salvation Army.

'The Knight Train' Weekdays 4-7pm

7th Annual Trivia Night Date: Fri, Nov 22 Time: 7pm Location: O’Fallon Elks Lodge Cost: $180 table/8 until Nov 10: then $200 Contact: 636-578-9176 www.heartlandhumanemo.homestead.com To benefit Heartland Humane Society of Missouri foster homes for animals.

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St. Peters Tree Lighting Date: Fri, Nov 22 Time: 6pm Location: St. Peters City Hall Cost: Free Contact: www.stpetersmo.net Tree lighting, musical performances, Santa and holiday movie. Bring family and ring in the holidays.

Winter WonderWalk at Tilles Park Date: Fri, Nov 22-Sun, Nov 24 Time: Varies: See website or call Location: Tilles Park Cost: $5 all ages Contact: 314-615-8820 or www.stlouisco.com Walk through Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park. All ages must have ticket for event. Look for Tilles Park on website for tickets.

44th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display Date: Fri, Nov 22-Fri, Jan 3 Time: 5pm-9pm Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Cost: Free; donations accepted Contact: 618-397-6700 or www.snows.org Mile-and-a-half drive with one million lights, electro-art displays, and life-size biblical statues taking visitors on a scriptural Journey to Bethlehem.

Macy’s Festival of Lights Date: Fri, Nov 22 Time: 6:30pm Location: Kiener Plaza, Downtown St. Louis Cost: Free Contact: www.christmasinstlouis.org Lights come on; activities and after-party till 9pm.

Kid’s and Tot’s Night Out Date: Sat, Nov 23 Time: 7pm-10pm Location: O’Fallon Family YMCA Cost: $15-$10 Contact: 636-379-0092 or www.ymcastlouis.org Kids 6-13 and tots 4 months-3years can enjoy an evening at the Y. Also Nov 9.

Garden Glow Date: Sat, Nov 23-Sat, Jan 4 Time: 5pm-9pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: $18-$6 Contact: 314-577-5100 or www.mobot.org Stroll through the Garden at night surrounded by the Garden’s first-ever winter light display.

Gardenland Express Date: Sat, Nov 23-Jan 5 Time: 9am-4pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: Garden admission + $5 Contact: 314-577-5100 or www.mobot.org Annual flower and train show. Also, wreath auction at the Garden these dates. See website or call.

Jim Gaffigan Date: Sat, Nov 23 Time: 7pm Location: Peabody Opera House

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Cost: $49.75-$39.75 Contact: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com Jim is beloved to a wide range of audiences, achieving accolades and awards for his stand-up comedy, acting, and writing.

13th Annual Habitat for Humanity Celebration of Trees Gala Date: Sat, Nov 23 Time: 6pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Cost: $75 Contact: 636-978-5712 or www.habitatstcharles.org Elegant dinner gala featuring our beautifully decorated Christmas trees and a live and silent auction.

Week of Nov 24-30 Habitat for Humanity Brunch with Santa Date: Sun, Nov 24 Time: 11:30pm-3pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Cost: $20-$15: Must reserve seat Contact: 636-978-5712 or www.habitatstcharles.org Brunch will be enjoyed from 11:30-12:30 and starting at 12:30 will be an afternoon of games, crafts and FREE pictures with Santa!

Elton John in Concert Date: Sun, Nov 24 Time: 8pm Location: Chaifetz Arena Cost: $149-$39 Contact: 314-977-5000 or www.thechaifetzarena.com See Sir Elton John and his band in concert at Chaifetz. A must-see.

Chanukah: Festival of Lights Date: Sun, Nov 24 Time: Noon-4pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: Garden admission Contact: 314-577-5100 or www.mobot.org Jewish holiday celebration that includes festive Israeli music and dance, a menorah-lighting ceremony and Chanukah merchandise.

Guns ‘N Hoses Date: Wed, Nov 27 Time: 7pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $27-$2 Contact: 314-622-5435 or www.ticketmaster.com Budweiser Guns 'N Hoses features three-round boxing matches between area Police Officers and Firefighters to raise money for The BackStoppers.

Selena Gomez Date: Wed, Nov 27 Time: 7pm Location: Chaifetz Arena Cost: $99.50-29.50 Contact: 314-977-5000 or www.thechaifetzarena.com See Selena with Emblem3 in concert at Chaifetz.

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Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park

21st Annual Celebration of Lights

Date: Wed, Nov 27-Wed, Jan 1 Time: 5:30pm-9:30pm Sun-Fri Location: Tilles Park Cost: $90-$10 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.metrotix.com See the dazzling lights. Saturdays for carriage rides.

Date: Fri, Nov 29- Mon, Dec 30 Time: Nightly Location: Fort Zumwalt Park, O’Fallon Cost: $15-$1 by vehicle/person/ Contact: 636-379-5614 or www.ofallon.mo.us Magical tour through a tour of dazzling lights. Days, times and prices vary; see website for details. Segway Rides, carriage, wagon, more.

Ameren Missouri Thanksgiving Day Parade Date: Thurs, Nov 28 Time: 8:45am Location: Downtown St. Louis Cost: Free Contact: www.christmasinstlouis.org Parade features colorful floats, bands, storybook characters, carriages, equestrian units and Santa Claus as it winds through downtown.

Winter Jewels Date: Fri, Nov 29-Dec 31 Time: Daily Location: Butterfly House Cost: Admission Contact: 314-577-0254 or www.mobot.org Marvel at more than 1000 jewel-colored butterflies. Kids make crafts on Sat & Sun. 10am-2pm.

Holiday Magic Date: Fri, Nov 29-Sun, Dec 1 Time: Fri, 11-6: Sat, 10-6: Sun, Noon-5 Location: America’s Center Cost: $12-$6 Contact: www.stlholidaymagic.com Entertainment and shopping , carnival rides, trackless train rides, and a vendor district full of exhibitors and gift ideas. Art projects for kids, and photo op with Santa and live entertainment.

Breakfast with Santa

St. Charles City Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Date: Sat, Nov 30 Time: 4:30pm-7pm Location: Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House Cost: $20-$13 by Nov 29: Register Contact: 636-530-0076 or www.mobot.org Have spaghetti with Santa! Includes picture, night walk, face painting, storytime, crafts and more.

Date: Sat, Nov 30 Time: 9am Location: Garden Café ala Fleur, Historic St. Charles Cost: $15 Contact: 636-255-6155 for tickets Come enjoy breakfast and visit with Santa. Limited seating, reserve early.

Supper with Santa

Date: Fri, Nov 29 Time: 5pm Location: Berthold Square, St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: 636-946-7776 or www.historicstcharles.com Annual lighting of Christmas tree in St. Charles. Traditions characters, hot wassail and photo ops.

TREASURE HUNT Join us in our fun Treasure Hunt contest and be eligible to win a $50 gift certificate to a local restaurant. Simply find our icon- a TimeOff clock, of course! Then mail, fax or email your name, address, phone number and where you picked up a copy of TimeOff. Clue- It’s hidden somewhere in TWO of our ads.

TOT c/o Gateway Creative/TimeOff 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive St. Charles, MO 63304 Fax-636-536-9611 Or send us an email: timeoff@gatewaycreative.net Or “Friend” us on Facebook and post answers on our wall

O’Fallon Out Loud! Stand Up Comedy Date: Fri, Nov 29 Time: 8:30pm Location: Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar Cost: $21-$15 Contact: 636-474-2REC www.rendezvouscafeandwinebar.com Like to laugh? Attend our Comedy Night.

17th Annual Holiday Nights Drive Through Light Display Date: Nov 29-Dec 8 Time: 6-10pm Location: Rotary Park Cost: $8 up to 6 people, $1 each additional person Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Over 35 large colorful holiday scenes and tunnels! Display will be open Thursday-Sunday, November 29-December 8 and open nightly December 12December 30 (closed Christmas).

St. Charles Christmas Traditions Date: Fri, Nov 29-Tues, Dec 24 Time: Daily Location: Downtown St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: 800-366-2427 or www.historicstcharles.com Yearly holiday celebration extravaganza in St. Charles. Parade, tree lighting, activities and more throughout event days. See website for full schedule.

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Send Your Findings to: TOT Contest E-mail: timeoff@gatewaycreative.net Mail to: 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Charles 63304 Fax to: 636-536-9611

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Listings are organized in chronological order by week then date. Simply take note of the color coded categories on each page, scan the datesand locate the types of events you are looking for. Enjoy your TimeOff!

Week of Dec 1-7 Hellenic 5 Date: Sun, Dec 1 Time: 7:30pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $20 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org A concert featuring the unique blend of instruments and vocalists, they perform a sound celebrating the Greek culture.

U.S. Bank Wild Lights Date: Sun, Dec 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-23, 26-30 Time: 5:30pm Location: St. Louis Zoo Cost: admission Contact: 314-646-4771 or www.stlzoo.org Walk through the Zoo's wonderland of spectacular light displays. Free parking on the Zoo's South Parking Lot on Wells Drive.

Supper with Santa Date: Sun, Dec 1 Time: 4:30pm-7pm Location: Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House Cost: $20-$13 by Nov 29: Register Contact: 636-530-0076 or www.mobot.org Have spaghetti with Santa! Includes picture, night walk, face painting, storytime, more. Also Dec 7-8 and 14-15.

Breakfast with Santa Date: Sun, Dec 1 Time: 9:30am Location: Garden Café ala Fleur, Historic St. Charles Cost: $15 Contact: 636-255-6155 for tickets Come enjoy breakfast and visit with Santa. Each Sunday before Christmas.

Stroll through the Garden at night surrounded by the Garden’s first-ever winter light display. Days and times vary, see website or call.

SCC Winter Concert Series Date: Mon, Dec 2-Wed, Dec 4 Time: 8pm Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: Free Contact: 636-922-8538 or www.stchas.edu Three nights of music from bands and choirs at SCC. Band Monday, Singers Tuesday, Jazz Wednesday. Faculty Recital Dec 7 @8pm.

Date: Sun, Dec 1-30 Time: 5pm-9pm Location: Missouri Botanical Garden Cost: $18-$6 Contact: 314-577-5100 or www.mobot.org

Deck the Halls (ages 3-10)

Date: Wed, Dec 4 Time: 12:30pm-8:30pm Location: Leave from Cost: $82 per person Contact: 636-397-6903 x1624 or www.stpetersmo.net Visit the Campbell House on Lucas Place,Walter Knoll’s on LaSalle Street, Botanical Gardens, Di, Gregorio’s Market and more. Lunch and evening viewing lights at Tilles Park.

Date: Wed, Dec 4 Time: 6pm-7:45pm Location: Progress Park Conference Room, Wentzville Cost: $15-$12 must register Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Make ornaments, decorate trees at the park and take ornaments home. Ages 3-6, 6pm: ages 7-10, 7pm. Parents must wait outside due to space.

Holiday Remembrance Miss Aimee B’s Annual Christmas Dinners

Holiday Lights Tour

Date: Wed, Dec 4 Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm Location: Miss Aimee B’s Tea Room, St. Charles Cost: $30-$26 Contact: 636-946-4205 or www.missaimeeb.com Shop and dine in this historic home. Registration required. Also, Dec. 6,11,13,18, and 20.

Date: Mon, Dec 2 Time: 3:30pm-9:30pm Location: Leave from Shop-n-Save, Dardenne Prairie Cost: $40 Contact: 636-755-5308 or www.dardenneprairie.org Fee includes transportation, dinner (gratuity included), shopping time at our Lady of the Snows and the lights tour.

Jim Brickman: The Magic of Christmas Date: Wed, Dec 4 Time: 7:30pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $65-$27 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Brickman and his guest performers usher in the holidays with the perfect blend of music and entertainment.

Silver & Gold Club Luncheon Garden Glow

Tree-Mendous Holly-Day Trip.

Date: Tues, Dec 3 Time: 11:30am-2ppm Location: Columns Banquet Center Cost: $23 Contact: 636-940-1000 or www.baue.com Join us for this luncheon to celebrate the holidays.

Date: Thurs, Dec 5 Time: 7am-Noon Location: Baue O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: www.baue.com Remember loved ones at this yearly opportunity. Also Baue Cave Springs on Dec 7 and Baue St. Charles Dec 9.

Christmastime in Herman Date: Thurs, Dec 5 Time: 8:30am-5:15pm Location: Leave from Civic Park, O’Fallon Cost: $85-$77 Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us Registration ends Nov. 5th for this annual trip to Hermann. Many stops, tours, lunch and tastings.

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A Christmas Carol Date: Thurs, Dec 5-Sat, Dec 7 Time: 7:30pm Location: J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Cost: $18-$10 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.lindenwoodcenter.com Bring the family and enjoy this rendition of “The Christmas Carol”.

UMSL Classic Holiday Concert Date: Thurs, Dec 5 Time: 7:30pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Holiday concert by UMSL choirs & orchestras.

A Christmas Carol Date: Thurs, Dec 5-Sun, Dec 8 Time: Varies by date Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $42-$20 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com The Nebraska Theatre Caravan presents their adaptation of A Christmas Carol at the Fox.

The Story Tour Date: Thurs, Dec 5 Time: 7pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: $70-$26 Contact: 636-896-4200 or www.familyarena.com A musical journey from Genesis to Revelation. Featuring a full children’s choir and orchestra with Casting Crowns, Steven Curtis Chapman, Natalie Grant and more.

Spirit of Christmas Dinner and Dance Date: Fri, Dec 6 Time: 6pm-8pm Location: Progress Park Center Cost: $17-$13; must register Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Ages 50 and up will enjoy dinner, dancing and door prizes. See Santa!

Those Daring Dames of History Date: Fri, Dec 6 Time: 1pm Location: Lake St. Charles Retirement Community Cost: $6 Contact: 636-947-1100 www.lakestcharelsretirement.com Oasis program with light refreshments.

Red Box Boutique Date: Fri, Dec 6 & Sat, Dec 7 Time: Fri, 4pm-9pm: Sat, 10am-5pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: Free to visit Contact: 636-255-0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org Missouri artists sell their handcrafted art. Refreshments, entertainment and more.

Christmas Candlelight Tour Date: Fri, Dec 6 & Sat, Dec 7 Time: Gates open 5:30pm Location:Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center

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Cost: $15-$10 Contact: 636-798-2005 to reserve tickets or www.danielboonehome.com Thousands of candles light your way as you tour the historic home and grounds. Wassail, cookies and more!

Bach Christmas Oratorio Date: Fri, Dec 6 & Sat, Dec 7 Time: 8pm Location: Powell Symphony Hall Cost: $109-$30 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org Rejoice this holiday season with three cantatas from Bach’s exuberant Christmas Oratorio.

DJ Skate Date: Fri, Dec 6 Time: 7pm-9pm Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: Rec-Plex admission + $3 skate rental Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net A night of skating. Games, prizes, and fun.

31st Annual Candlelight Christmas Walk Date: Fri, Dec 6 Time: 5pm-10pm Location: Augusta Cost: Free to visit Contact: 636-228-4005 augusta-chamber.org Experience an old-fashioned, candle-lit walk through Historic Augusta this holiday season. Activities and more. Also Dec 13.

For information, call

314-780-0431 www.viperrocks.com

Las Posadas Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 6pm Location: 1000 South Main, St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: 636-395-0225 or www.churchonmain.com Re-enactment of the Tradition of “Las Posadas”.

Holiday Extravaganza and Patient Appreciation Day Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 9:30am-3:30pm Location: 2682 Babble Creek Lane, O’Fallon Cost: Free Contact: 314-805-1148 or KimTaylor@PainRelief123.com Hear successful stories from others while enjoying samples and shopping from local vendors.

Visit Santa in Cottleville Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: TBA Location: Firehouse in Cottleville Contact: 636-498-6565 or www.cityofcottleville.com See St. Nick at the firehouse in Cottleville.

Breakfast with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 9:00am Location: Garden Café ala Fleur, Historic St. Charles Cost: $15 Contact: 636-255-6155 for tickets: Must register. Come enjoy breakfast and visit with Santa. Also Dec 7th and 21st. continued on next page

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he Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce announces they will be holding their 3rd annual Santa’s North Pole Dash & Children’s Snowman Shuffle on Saturday, December 14, 2013, in Historic St. Charles. Santa’s North Pole Dash is a 5K run and 1-mile walk for individuals 12 years of age and older. All participants will receive a drawstring Santa’s bag filled with a long-sleeved, moisture-wicking shirt that resembles Santa’s Jacket, hat, beard, & gloves that can be worn during the race. All finishers will receive a commemorative medal. Children 11 and under are encouraged to participate in the Snowman Shuffle, our ?-mile kids run in Frontier Park. All kids who register will receive a Snowman t-shirt. Registration for the 5K run and 1-mile walk is $30 through October 31st and $35 beginning November 1st. The registration deadline is Monday, December 2, 2013 or 5,000 participants, whichever comes first. Race day registration is not available. The children’s run is $15 per child. Following the races, the awards ceremony will take place in Frontier Park. The overall Men’s and Women’s finisher will receive an engraved milk bottle while age group winners for both Men’s and Women’s divisions will receive an engraved cookie plate. Everyone knows Santa loves cookies and milk.

Kids & Teens

Sports & Outdoors

Health

9th Annual Christmas at the Cathedral Date: Sat, Dec 7 and Sun, Dec 8 Time: Sat, 8pm: Sun, 2pm Location: Cathedral Basilica St. Louis Cost: $49-$24 Contact: 314-533-7662 or www.cathedralconcerts.org Celebrate the season at this iconic, highly-anticipated event. Choirs, orchestra, Handbell Choir.

1980s Trivia Night (ages 21+) Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 6:30pm-11pm Location: Progress Park Center Cost: $160/table of 8 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Register early for this popular trivia night. Light snack and beverages.

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 1pm Location: O’Fallon City Hall Cost: Free Contact: www.ofallon.mo.us Honoring those killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor, which President Franklin Roosevelt called, “a date which will live in infamy.”

Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 11am-7pm Location: Defiance Cost: Free Contact: 314-223-3423 or www.defiancemo.org Food, fun and festivities including Pet Parade and Christmas Festival.

Jazz for the Holidays

Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 9am-10:30am Location: Renaud Spirit Center Cost: $10-$8 Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us Hunt for candy canes outside Renaud Spirit Center. Dress for warmth, sing songs, visit Santa and drink hot chocolate.

Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 10am Location: St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Cost: Free Contact: www.stpetersmo.net Join us for a special ceremony to remember and honor those who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor.

The Screwtape Letters Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 4pm&8pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $69-$29 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org C.S. Lewis’ novel brought to life.

Santa at the Old Log Cabin

Date: Sun, Dec 8 Time: 8am-9:45am and 5pm Location: Magic House Cost: $20-$15 Must Register Contact: 314-822-8900 or www.magichouse.com Pancake breakfast with the big man -catch your pancakes as they’re tossed! Playtime, craft, photos

Holiday Tea

Candy Cane Hunt (ages 2-12)

Pearl Harbor Day Ceremony

Week of Dec 8-14

Date: Sat, Dec 7 & Sun, Dec 8 Time: 9am &11am Location: St. Louis Zoo Cost: $22-$18: Must register Contact: 314-646-4897 or www.stlzoo.org Holiday breakfast includes a photo with Santa, a gift for kids, visits from costumed characters, free parking and more. Pre-paid registration required. Weekends through Dec. 22.

Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 11am-3pm Location: Taubman Prestige Outlets, Chesterfield Cost: Free Contact; www.taubmanprestigeoutlets.com Santa will pose with your pet for photos; doggy treat, too. Also Sat, Dec 14.

Business

Breakfast with Santa

St. Louis Zoo Breakfast with Santa

Paws ‘n’ Claus at Taubman Prestige Outlets

4th Annual Defiance Pet Parade and Christmas Festival

Seniors

Date: Sun, Dec 8 Time: 2:30pm-4:30pm Location: Historic Heald Home, O’Fallon Cost: $23-$20 Register by Nov 22. Contact: 636-379-5606 or www.ofallon.mo.us Conversation, entertainment, party favor, tea and finger sandwiches and desserts. Seating is limited.

Date: Sun, Dec 8 Time: 3 pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Free Contact: : 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org Enjoy one of the most anticipated concerts of the holiday season!

Y98 Mistletoe Show Date: Sun, Dec 8 Time: 6pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: $74.75-$29.75 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.familyarena.com Y98-FM in St. Louis will host Avril Lavigne, Backstreet Boys, Gavin DeGraw, and Five for Fighting at this concert.

Holiday Night Lights Walk Through Date: Mon, Dec 9 Time: 6pm-8pm Location: Rotary Park Cost: $3, under 6: free Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Walk through displays and enjoy refreshments after. Santa will be stopping by!

St. Charles Municipal Band Holiday Concert

Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 1pm-3pm Location: Old Town Log Cabin in Old St. Peters Cost: Free Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Visit Santa, enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, hot chocolate and cookies. Bring your camera and dress for winter.

Santa is Coming to Westport Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 10am-Noon Location: Westport Plaza Cost: Free Contact: 636-576-7100 or www.westportstl.com Santa, entertainment, face painting, snacks and more. CUT-OFF for Santa line at NOON.

Date: Tues, Dec 10 Time: 7pm Location: J. Scheidegger’s Center for the Arts Cost: Free Contact: 314-544-6166 or 314-878-5296 or www.stc-muny-band.com Hear Concert Band followed by Jazz Band as they strike up holiday music.

Journey to Bethlehem

Visit with Santa-Breakfast or Lunch

Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll

Date: Sat, Dec 7, 8, 14 & 15 Time: 5:30pm-9pm Location: Harvester Christian Church Cost: Contact Contact: 636-928-7651/harvesterchristian.org Live display and performance of the Christmas story at Harvester Christian Church.

Date: Sat, Dec 7 Time: 8:30-9:30am or 11am-Noon Location: Progress Park Center Cost: $12-$10: children under 2 Free Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillmo.org Join Santa for breakfast or lunch followed by a craft, fun games and time with Santa. Must preregister by December 3rd.

Date: Tues, Dec 10 Time: 6pm-9pm Location: Fort Zumwalt Park, O’Fallon Cost: $2: under 3, free. Free Parking Contact: 636-379-5605 or www.ofallon.mo.us Walk through the Celebration of Lights Display and enjoy crafts, caroling, food and beverages. No reservation needed. 636-379-5614 for more info.

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Family Holiday Evening

Intro to Breastfeeding

Date: Wed, Dec 11 Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm Location: Foundry Art Centre Cost: Free Contact: 636-255-0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org Join the Foundry Staff for free holiday fun. Cookies and hot chocolate with activities.

Date: Thurs, Dec 12 Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm Location: Progress West Hospital Cost: $30/couple Contact: 636-928-WELL bjcstcharlescounty.org Information about successful breastfeeding for expectant families.

Wishes and Wonders Date: Wed. Dec 11-Sun, Dec 15 Time: 5:30pm-9pm, Sun: 4pm-9pm Location: Grace Community Chapel, St. Peters Cost: Contact Contact: www.wishesnwonders.com Event with musical, carolers, games and activities. Donation drive. See website for more.

Drake Date: Wed, Dec 11 Time: 7pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $96.75-$46.75 Contact: 314-622-5435 or www.ticketmaster.com Grammy® winning, recording artist Drake brings his WOULD YOU LIKE A TOUR? concert.

Knee Replacement Lecture Date: Wed, Dec 11 Time: 5pm-6pm Location: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Cost: Free Contact: 636-928-WELL bjcstcharlescounty.org Attend this lecture to get info and answers.

Address Stress Date: Wed, Dec 11 Time: 10am-11:30am Location: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Library Cost: Free Contact: 636-928-WELL bjcstcharlescounty.org Oasis program discussing the symptoms of stress and ways to cope.

Kenny Rogers: Christmas and Hits Date: Wed, Dec 11 Time: 8pm Location: St. Charles Family Arena Cost: $68-$33 Contact: 636-896-4200 or www.familyarena.com Kenny’s Christmas & Hits Through The Years Tour; will entertain you at the Family Arena.

Shhh! It’s a Secret (ages 3-9) Date: Wed, Dec 11 Time: 6pm Location: Progress Park Cost: $15-$12 Contact: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Kids will make gifts for their families. Snacks and drink. Ages 3-5: 6pm. Ages 6-9: 7:15pm.

The Improv Shop Date: Wed, Dec 11 Time: 7:30pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $15-$12 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org See St. Louis’ own Improv Shop at the Touhill for a great evening of entertainment.

Santa Sightings Visit with Santa—He’s Everywhere! Registration Required for Most Events

Too Hot To Handel: A Gospel Messiah

Taubman Prestige Outlets’ 1st Annual Tree Lighting Chesterfield Sat, Nov 16 • 2pm-8pm • Free taubmanprestigeoutlets.com

Date: Thurs, Dec 12 & Fri, Dec 13 Time: 7pm Location: Powell Hall Cost: $60-$30 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org Jazz and gospel twist to Handel’s Messiah with the St. Louis Symphony IN UNISON® Chorus and conductor Kevin McBeth.

Habitat for Humanity Brunch with Santa St. Charles Convention Center Sun, Nov 24 • 11:30pm-3pm $20-$15: Register 636-978-5712 or www.habitatstcharles.org

Christmas Pops Concert Date: Fri, Dec 13 Time: 7:30pm Location: St. Peters City Hall Cost: $10 Contact: www.scsymphony.us An evening of Christmas music by the St. Charles County Symphony.

Breakfast with Santa Garden Café ala Fleur, Historic St. Charles Sat, Nov 30 • 9 am • $15: Register 636-255-6155 for tickets

Immanuel Boar’s Head Festival

Spaghetti Supper with Santa Sophia Sachs Butterfly House Nov 30 & Dec 1 • 4:30-7pm $20-$13 by Nov 29 Register 636-530-0076 or www.mobot.org

Date: Fri, Dec 13-Sun, Dec 15 Time: Fri, 7:30pm: Sat and Sun, 4pm & 7:30pm Location: Immanuel Lutheran Church, St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: 636-946-2656 immanuelstcharles.org Annual festival in St. Charles. Enjoy this event with your family.

Breakfast with Santa Garden Café ala Fleur, Historic St. Charles Dec 1,7, 8, 15, 21, 22 9:30 am • $15 636-255-6155 for tickets

Martina McBride Date: Fri, Dec 13 Time: 7:30pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $95-$40 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com Martina McBride has sold more than 18 million albums and garnered numerous #1 hits throughout her career.

Visit Santa in Cottleville Cottleville Firehouse Sat, Dec 7 Time TBA • Cost TBA 636-498-6565 or www.cityofcottleville.com

Christmas with the Lettermen Date: Fri, Dec 13 & Sat, Dec 14 Time: Fri, 8pm: Sat, 2pm & 8pm Location: J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Cost: $51.50-$31.50 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.lindenwoodcenter.com Spend an evening hearing the smooth sounds of the Lettermen as they celebrate Christmas with you.

Santa at the Old Log Cabin Old Town St. Peters Sat, Dec 7 • 1-3pm • Free 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Breakfast with Santa St. Louis Zoo Dec 7, 8, 14,15,21,22 9am &11am $22-$18: Must register 314-646-4897 or www.stlzoo.org

Ambassadors of Harmony: Sounds of the Season Date: Fri, Dec 13-Sun, Dec 15 Time: Fri, 8pm: Sat, 2 &8pm: Sun, 2&7pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $38-$28 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org This year marks the 50th Anniversary for the group, an award-winning a cappella men's ensemble from St. Charles, MO

Paws ‘n’ Claus at Taubman Prestige Outlets Chesterfield Dec 7 & 14 • 11am-3pm • Free taubmanprestigeoutlets.com

Santa at Westport Plaza Sat, Dec 7 • 10am-Noon Free: Cut-off for Santa at 12pm 636-576-7100 • westportstl.com Visit with Santa-Breakfast or Lunch Progress Park Wentzville Sat, Dec 7 • 8:30-9:30am or 11am-Noon • All must register $12-$10: children under 2 Free: 636-332-9236 • wentzvillmo.org Breakfast with Santa Magic House Sun, Dec 8 • 8-9:45am and 5pm $20-$15 • Must Register 314-822-8900 • magichouse.com Breakfast with Santa Renaud Spirit Center, O’Fallon Sat, Dec 14 • 9-10:30 am $12-$10: Register 636-474-2REC • ofallon.mo.us Pizza with Santa Renaud Spirit Center, O’Fallon Sat, Dec 14 11am-12:30pm $12-$10: Register 636-474-2REC • ofallon.mo.us Breakfast with Santa (ages 2-8) St. Peters Rec-Plex Sat, Dec 14 8:30am-10am $11 child, $5.50 adult: Register 636-939-2FUN or www.stpetersmo.net Lunch with Santa Tony’s on Main, St. Charles Dec 14 & Dec 21 • Noon-2pm 636-940-1960 tonysonmain.com Breakfast with Santa Memorial Hall Blanchette Park, St. Charles Sat, Dec 14 • 9am • $8 person: Register • stcharlesparks.com Santa Paws! Blanchette Park, St. Charles Sat, Dec 14 • Noon-1pm $5 per dog • 636-949-3372 www.stcharlesparks.com Santa Send-Off Downtown St. Charles Tues, Dec 24 • 1:30pm • Free www.stcharleschristmas.com

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Kids & Teens

Lunch with Santa

Date: Fri, Dec 13 & Sat, Dec 14 Time: Fri: 7pm-8:30pm, Sat: 5pm-6:30pm Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: $8-$5 on sale Nov 27th Contact: 636-939-2FUN or www.stpetersmo.net Rec-Plex solo skaters and synchronized skating teams will perform. Holiday characters join in to make this a delightful event for the whole family.

Beyonce Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 8pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $250-$45 Contact: 314-622-5435 or www.ticketmaster.com Beyonce brings her The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour to Scottrade Center for your holiday entertainment.

Breakfast with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 9am-10:30am Location: Renaud Spirit Center, O’Fallon Cost: $12-$10 Contact: 636-474-2REC Enjoy breakfast with Santa and make a craft. Bring your camera…all ages.

Pizza with Santa Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 11am-12:30pm Location: Renaud Spirit Center Cost: $12-$10 Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us All ages can enjoy this annual pizza party! Craft, game, pizza and Santa.

Breakfast with Santa (ages 2-8) Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 8:30am-10am Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: $11 child, $5.50 adult Contact: 636-939-2FUN or www.stpetersmo.net Breakfast craft, and singing. Bring a camera. Deadline for registration is December 7th or when filled. Advanced registration is required.

28th Annual St. Charles West Bands Arts & Crafts Fair Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 9am-3pm Location: St. Charles West High School Cost: Free Contact: scwwarriorband@gmail.com 150+ crafters, food, prizes and more.

Health

Week of Dec 15-21

Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: Noon-2pm Location: Tony’s on Main Cost: Contact Contact: 636-940-1960 or www.tonysonmain.com Have lunch at Tony’s and take your own picture with Santa. Also December 21.

Winter Wonderland on Ice Show

Sports & Outdoors

Sounds of the Season Date: Sun, Dec 15 Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm Location: St. Charles County Heritage Museum Cost: Free Contact: 636-949-7535 or www.stccparks.org Sip cider and enjoy a variety of live musical performances while touring the Museum.

3rd Annual Santa’s North Pole Dash & Children’s Snowman Shuffle

Christmas Traditions with The Lennon Sisters

Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 9am Location: Historic St. Charles Cost: 5K: $35, Shuffle: $15: Must register Contact: 636-946-0633 santasnorthpoledash.com Be one of 5,000 Santas running at this Dash. Sign up early: sold out the past 2 years and offer No Day of Registrations.

Date: Sun, Dec 15 Time: 5pm Location: J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Cost: $43.50-$26.50 Contact: 636-949-4433 lindenwoodcenter.com The anticipation of Christmas continues to build as the Lennon Sisters bring us a touch of nostalgia.

Breakfast with Santa

St. Charles County Symphony Christmas Concert

Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 9am Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $8 person Contact: www.stcharlesparks.com Ages 14 and under enjoy breakfast with Santa, enjoy crafts and more. Bring camera.

Date: Sun, Dec 15 Time: 6pm Location: First Baptist Church of St. Charles Cost: $10 Contact: www.scsymphony.us An evening of Christmas music by the St. Charles County Symphony.

Santa Paws! Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: Noon-1pm Location: Blanchette Park Cost: $5 per dog Contact: 636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Dogs can get their picture taken with Santa.

Straight No Chaser Date: Sun, Dec 15 Time: 7pm Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $45.50-$29.50 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com Hear this acappella group’s “Under the Influence” show and enjoy a mix of holiday music.

Santa’s Little Helpers Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 10am-3pm Location: Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park Cost: $15 per child Contact:636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com A day of Christmas crafts, games, lunch and movies. Ages 3-14. Parents can enjoy a break while kids party.

Christmas Lunch and Bingo Date: Tues, Dec 17 Time: Noon-3pm Location: Blanchette Park, Memorial Hall Cost: $20 Contact: 636-949-3372 or www.stcharlesparks.com Bingo and a delicious lunch. Visit from Santa.

Moonlight Mountain Bike Ride Our Lady of the Snow Holiday Coach Trip

Date: Sat, Dec 14 Time: 6pm-9pm Location: Louis H. Banger Memorial Wildlife Area Cost: FREE? Contact: 636-949-7535 or www.stccparks.org Ride by the light of the full moon through the woods and prairies of St. Charles County Parks with experienced mountain bike experts.

Date: Tues, Dec 17 Time: 12:45pm-7:15pm Location: Leave from St. Charles Cost: $76 Contact: www.baue.com Travel with the Silver & Gold Senior Club to Our Lady of the Snows for a holiday outing.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Date: Sat, Dec 14 & Sun, Dec 15 Time: Sat, 7pm: Sun, 2pm Location: Powell Hall Cost: $65-$30 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org The STL Symphony performs the sounds of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas for the first time.

ELF the Musical Date: Tues, Dec 17-Sun, Dec 29 Time: Varies by date Location: Fabulous Fox Cost: $80-$25 Contact: 314-534-1111 or www.fabulousfox.com Watch Buddy take a Christmas journey of heartbreak, joy and love. No show December 24 &25.

Seniors

Business

Senior Day at Lake St. Charles Date: Wed, Dec 18 Time: Noon Location: Lake St. Charles Retirement Community Cost: $6: reservations Contact: 636-947-1100 or www.lakestcharlesretirement.com Join us for a wonderful lunch, bingo and an Estate Sale that begins at 1pm.

Donny & Marie Christmas Date: Wed, Dec 18 Time: 7:30pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $122-$46.50 Contact: 314-622-5435 or www.ticketmaster.com America’s beloved sibling entertainers bring their Christmas tour to St. Louis.

Tree-Rific Holly Day Trip Date: Thurs, Dec 19 Time: Noon-9pm Location: Leave from Civic Park Cost: $88-$80 Contact: 636-474-2REC or www.ofallon.mo.us See holiday sights from St. Louis to O’Fallon. Dine at Zia’s on the hill. Lot of stops, great trip.

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Date: Fri, Dec 20-Sun, Dec 22 Time: Fri and Sat: 7pm, Sat and Sun: 2pm Location: St. Charles Community College Cost: $8 Contact: 636-922-8233 or www.stchastickets.com Presented by SCC Young People’s Theatre. Timeless classic perfect for the season.

City Centre Dance Date: Fri, Dec 20 Time: 7pm-10pm Location: St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Cost: $7 at door Contact: 636-697-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Mature people move and groove to variety of music from all eras. Two Star Final will perform.

O’Fallon’s Bulk Waste Drop-Off Date: Sat, Dec 21 Time: 7am-3pm Location: Waste Transfer Station: 1572 Progress West Lane Cost: Free Contact: 636-272-0477 or www.ofallon.mo.us O’Fallon residents drop-off. Limit 1 10-ft trailer per address. See website for restrictions.

Holiday Celebration Date: Fri, Dec 20-Sun, Dec 22 Time: Fri & Sat, 7pm and 2pm: Sun, 2pm Location: Powell Symphony Hall Cost: $65-$35 Contact: 314-534-1700 or stlsymphony.org Enjoy favorite carols, a visit from Santa and holiday music performed inside a splendidly decorated Powell Hall. Presented by Macy’s.

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Holiday Runs and Races in St. Charles Get Your Feathers Ruffling and Your Bowl full of Jelly Shaking at These Fun-Filled Events 2nd Annual Hunger Run 5K Sat, Nov 2 • 9am Bales Park, St. Charles • $35 636-946-8922 or www.thehungerrun.com Proceeds from the race go to benefit Kids Against Hunger, of Hope Lutheran Church in St. Charles, Missouri. All participants will receive a long-sleeved performance shirt. Where'd You Go To High School 5K and 1 Mile Walk Sat, Nov 9 • 8am • Cost: TBA St. Charles Community College www.gstccc.com 1st annual "Where'd You Go To High School" 5k and 1 mile walk is brought to you by The St. Charles County Alliance for Business, Learning, and Education (ABLE).

Christmas with Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr. Date: Fri, Dec 20 & Sat, Dec 21 Time: Fri, 8pm & Sat, 2pm Location: J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Cost: $48.50-$28.50 Contact: 636-949-4433 or www.lindenwoodcenter.com See this iconic duo perform their many hits.

The Nutcracker Date: Fri, Dec 20-Sun, Dec 22 &Thurs, Dec 26-Sun, Dec 29 Time: 7pm: Sundays, 2:30pm Location: Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: $52-$18 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.touhill.org See this holiday classic, presented by Saint Louis Ballet, and make it a traditional event.

Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon Date: Sat, Dec 21 & Sun Dec 22 Time: 12:30pm Location: Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center Cost: Without Ballet: $33 Contact: 314-516-4949 or www.stlouisballet.org Make reservations and arrive early with your children for this magical luncheon! Meet the Sugar Plum Fairy, her Cavalier and the cast of The Nutcracker.

Kid’s and Tot’s Night Out Date: Sat, Dec 21 Time: 7pm-10pm Location: O’Fallon Family YMCA Cost: $15-$10 Contact: 636-379-0092 or www.ymcastlouis.org

13th Annual Turkey Trot Sat, Nov 16 • 8:30 am • Rotary Park $30 by Nov 10: $40 race day 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org Nine age groups and both a 5k and one mile walk/run, the Turkey Trot is perfect for all age groups and fitness levels. The first 150 entrants will receive a Wentzville Turkey Trot shirt and all participants will be entered into a raffle for a turkey. 1st Annual St. Dominic Joe Haug "GIVE THANKS" 5K Run/Walk Sat, Nov 30 • 9am St. Dominic High School, O’Fallon Cost: Contact www.stdominichs.org In honor of Joe Haug teacher and Track/Cross Country coach at St. Dominic High School for 41 years. A

Kids 6-13 and tots 4 months-3years enjoy an evening at the Y while parents enjoy a break. Also Dec 7.

Toddler Trot will also be available for toddlers 3yrs-5yrs. Proceeds will benefit the Alumni /Dominican Scholarship Funds for present and future students of St. Dominic. 3rd Annual Santa’s North Pole Dash & Children’s Snowman Shuffle Sat, Dec 14 • 9am Historic St. Charles 5K: $35, Shuffle: $15: Must register Contact: 636-946-0633 or www.santasnorthpoledash.com Imagine nearly 5,000 Santas running through the streets of Historic St. Charles! All participants receive a drawstring Santa’s bag filled with a longsleeved, moisture-wicking shirt that resembles Santa’s Jacket, hat, beard, & gloves to wear during the race. This event sold out last year. Register now!

Time: Fri & Sat, 7pm: Sun, 2pm Location: Powell Symphony Hall Cost: $65-$30 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.org David Robertson leads a program of Williams’ scores including Star Wars, Harry Potter, JFK and more.

Week of Dec 22-28 Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Time: 7pm-7am Location: St. Peters Rec-Plex Cost: $60-$50. Must register Contact: 636-397-6903 or www.stpetersmo.net Kids 8-13 enjoy swimming, skating & other activities.

BMO Private Bank NYE Celebration

Date: Mon, Dec 23 Time: 3pm & 7:30pm Location: Scottrade Center Cost: $68-$30 Contact: 314-622-5435 or www.ticketmaster.com TSO will perform their rock opera, “The Lost Christmas Eve” at the Scottrade Center.

Raja’s 21st Birthday Celebration Date: Fri, Dec 27 Time: 11am-1pm Location: St. Louis Zoo Cost: Free Contact: 314-781-0900 or www.stlzoo.org Celebrate Raja’s 21st birthday at the zoo!

Date: Tues, Dec 31 Time: 7:30pm Location: Powell Symphony Hall Cost: $120-$35 Contact: 314-534-1700 or www.stlsymphony.com David Robertson and the St. Louis Symphony bring the year to a spectacular conclusion.

Christmas Eve Service at Main Street Church

RK Gun & Knife Show

New Year’s Eve Fireworks Display

Date: Sat, Dec 28-Sun, Dec 29 Time: Sat, 9am-5pm: Sun, 9am-3pm Location: St. Charles Convention Center Contact: 636-669-3000 stcharlesconventioncenter.com Annual Gun & Knife Show.

Date: Tues, Dec 31 Time: 6pm-9:30pm Location: Westport Plaza Cost: Free Contact: 636-576-7100 or www.westportstl.com Spectacular Fireworks Display at 6pm and complimentary carriage rides from 6:30-9:30pm.

Date: Tues, Dec 24 Time: 6pm Location: Main Street Chapel, St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: 636-395-0115 or www.churchonmain.com Round out your family Christmas by attending this Christmas Eve service.

Murder Mystery Dinner Show Date: Sat, Dec 28 Time: 6:30pm Location: Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar Cost: $40 Contact: 636-474-2REC www.rendezvouscafeandwinebar.com “The Christmas Killer” presented by Jest Murder Mysteries. Four course dinner and show.

Santa Send-Off Date: Tues, Dec 24 Time: 1:30pm Location: Downtown St. Charles Cost: Free Contact: www.stcharleschristmas.com Don’t miss this chance to say goodbye to Santa as he parades back to North Pole.

Week of Dec 29-31

First Night St. Louis Date: Tues, Dec 31 Time: 6pm Location: Grand Center Arts & Entertainment District Cost: Free Contact: 314-289-8121 or www.firstnightstl.org An alcohol-free celebration featuring visual and performing arts, musicians, storytellers, dancers, magicians, actors two fireworks displays and more.

New Year’s Eve Lock-In

Music of John Williams

Date: Tues, Dec 31-Wed, Jan 1

Date: Fri, Dec 27

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he sights and sounds of Christmas are great, but the aromas are what make the holidays memorable. Warm cookies, scented candles…and that Christmas tree! Nothing says Christmas like a real tree— chosen, hauled, placed and decorated by your family. With these tips, you can make this the year you go “natural” and bring home a tree from one of the tree farms in our area. Your kids will go bonkers, your house will smell terrific and you may stir up fond memories of your own childhood. Grab a camera, dress warmly, pile the kids in the car and visit a local tree farm this year for your Christmas tree. THINGS TO REMEMBER 1. Take your hike through the tree farm with a discerning eye. Look for a tree without dry twigs or lots of loose needles (a few are fine). If it has a sour or musty smell, pass it by. 2. Remember, your living room ceiling is not 20 feet high. You will need to add extra height for a tree topper ornament and tree stand. 3. Protect the top of your vehicle with a blanket or plastic. Bungee or rope the tree securely, then pull on the tree to make sure it’s tight. Remember to put the bottom of the tree aiming forward. 4. When home, cut off a bit of the bottom of the trunk, straight across. The tree farm may do this, too. This will give the tree a fresh place to soak up water. 5. Your tree will need LOTS of water…up to a gallon the first day and one or more quarts thereafter. Use cold water and don’t let it go dry. 6. Use only UL approved lights, cords and devices on your tree. As long as your live tree is hydrated, stable and monitored, it is safe for your home.

Bring Home a REAL Christmas Tree this Year TREE FARMS & LOTS IN OUR AREA Many tree farms and lots offer more than just trees; they give your family a real country/holiday experience. Some have gift shops, visits with Santa, hot chocolate and rides through the woods. Call before you visit these tree farms and lots to make sure they’re open and ready for business. Sullivan Farms Christmas Trees www.sullivanfarmsstl.com 314-570-6662 2739 Veterans Memorial Parkway, St. Charles Brushy Fork Pines www.brushyforkpines.com 636-668-6084 or 636-566-6757 228 South Lindsey Road, Old Monroe Heritage Valley Tree Farm www.heritagevalleytreefarm.com 636-239-1668 1668 Four Mile Road, Washington Sunbrite Christmas Tree Farm www.sunbritechristmastreefarm.com 22

636-332-5787 435 Guthrie Rd, O'Fallon Valley Farm www.valleyfarms.info 636-463-1205 1125 Dietrich Road, Foristell Christmas Traditions Tree Farm www.christmastraditions.net 636-745-7488 25882 S. Lohman Road, Wright City Country Pines www.country-pinesllc.com 636-745-0653 14533 State Highway M, Wright City Heritage Valley Tree Farm www.heritagevalleytreefarm.com 636-239-7479 1668 Four Mile Road, Washington Meert Tree Farms, Inc. www.albesm.com 636-931-3901 14560 Dry Fork Road, Festus

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om's Family Resale is an owner operated consignment store specializing in gently used clothing, shoes and accessories at unbelievably low prices. There is something for everyone here men, women, teens and children. Mom's Resale has been in business for over 20 years and and has expanded to include specialized rooms: Mommy and Me with baby items and toys for

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the stage; a Faculty Recital will be performed on December 7th. See their website for a description of each night’s entertainment. A Christmas Carol J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Thurs, Dec 5-Sat, Dec 7 • 7:30pm $18-$10 636-949-4433 or www.lindenwoodcenter.com Bring your family to this energetic and professional performance of the tale that embodies the holiday season. Charles Dickens’ classic has been a holiday tradi-

Beauty and the Beast

ovember and December can be a whirlwind of activities that have less to do with enjoyment and more to do with work. Shopping, cooking, cleaning, planning…this is no way to spend your holiday months! Fortunately, there are events planned at over a dozen venues in our area that can give you a day or evening that will soothe your frazzled sensibilities and center your spirit. Whether you have company to entertain or just want to spend some enriching time with your family, try to take in one or more of these great performances.

Enjoy Dance, Music and Theatre Performance in November and December

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9 to 5: The Musical St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Nov 1-3 & 8-10 8pm: Sun matinees 2 pm * $18-$12 800-838-3006 or www.act2theater.com This hilarious classic play is the finale of Act Two Theatre’s 20th anniversary season, and is sure to lift your spirits with its great music and signature Act Two energy. Please Remain Calm O’Fallon Municipal Center Nov 1- Nov 3 • 7 pm-9 pm • $12-$8 636-474-8150 or www.ofallon.mo.us O'FallonTheatreWorks has been part of our community since 2001. Their performances are always crowd pleasers. This play about zombies is part scary, part comedy, definitely tongue-in-cheek and totally fun: a great way to relax and smile.

Taste of Egyptian Dance St. Charles Community College Social Sciences Building Tues, Nov 12 2:30pm-3:30pm • Free 636-922-8634 or www.stchas.edu Have you ever been curious about Egyptian dance? Learn about the different regions of Egypt and their dances, with video, demonstration and audience participation. SCC celebrates International Education Week with this and other events. On Golden Pond St. Charles Community College Nov 20-Nov 24 7pm Nov 20 &21: 8pm Nov 22&23: 2pm Nov 24 • Cost: $8-$6 636-922-8050 or www.stchastickets.com Center Stage Theatre performs this classic American comedy/drama that’s every bit as touching, warm and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979. SCC Winter Concert Series St. Charles Community College Dec 2-Wed, Dec 4 • 8pm • Free 636-922-8538 or www.stchas.edu Enjoy three night of music at this annual event at SCC. Bands and choirs take 24

tion at Lindenwood University for over three decades.

The Story Tour St. Charles Family Arena Thurs, Dec 5 • 7pm • $70-$26 636-896-4200 or www.familyarena.com What better way to kick off December than with a musical journey from Genesis to Revelation. Enjoy a full children’s choir and orchestra with Casting Crowns, Steven Curtis Chapman, Natalie Grant and other popular sacred music artists. St. Charles Municipal Band Holiday Concert J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Tues, Dec 10 • 7pm • Free 314-544-6166 or 314-878-5296 or www.stc-muny-band.com Our own St. Charles Concert and Big (Jazz) Bands will grace the stage for their Annual Holiday Concert at the Scheidegger Center for the Arts. The doors open at 6:30pm for this free performance.

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Kenny Rogers: Christmas and Hits St. Charles Family Arena Dec 11, 8pm, $68-$33 636-896-4200 or www.familyarena.com Kenny’s Christmas & Hits Through the Years Tour will give local fans the chance to see a great artist perform songs we grew up with, holiday favorites and new tunes. OKenny’s Christmas & Hits Through the Years Tour will give local fans the chance to see a great artist perform songs we grew up with, holiday favorites and new tunes. Christmas Pops Concert St. Peters City Hall Dec 13 • 7:30 pm • $10 www.scsymphony.us The St. Charles County Symphony is a local crowd pleaser. They perform in a variety of musical styles: from traditional symphonies to seasonal pops concerts. Come and enjoy and evening of Christmas music. Christmas With the Lettermen J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Dec 13-Dec 14 • $51.50-$31.50 Fri, 8 pm: Sat, 2 pm & 8 pm 636-949-4433 www.lindenwoodcenter.com Want to feel young again? This is the holiday concert for you! Remember love and joy as you take a trip down memory

St. Charles Symphony

Peabody Opera House Sinbad................................................Nov 2 MGMT..............................................Nov 12 Godspell......................................Nov 15-17 Jim Gaffigan.....................................Nov 23 Fabulous Fox Theatre Beauty and the Beast ........................Nov 1-3 Hunter Hayes ....................................Nov 14 Alabama .........................................Nov 8-9 Rain ............................................Nov 15-16 Sister Act ................................Nov 19-Dec 1 Christmas Carol ................................Dec 5-8

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A Christmas Carol

lane with the awesome Lettermen. Their hits still play in your head—hear them out loud. Christmas Traditions With the Lennon Sisters J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Dec 15, 5pm • $43.50-$26.50 636-949-4433 • lindenwoodcenter.com The Lennon Sisters are the embodiment of all things Christmas. Their nostalgic sound and perfect harmonies hearken back to simple joys and warm holiday moments. St. Charles County Symphony Christmas Concert First Baptist Church of St. Charles Sun, Dec 15, 6pm • $10

Martina McBride................................Dec 13 Straight No Chaser ............................Dec 15 Elf the Musical ..............................Dec 17-29 Powell Symphony Hall Fantasia ..........................................Nov 1-3 Tribute to Elvis ...................................Nov 10 Symphony SLAM ...............................Nov 17 Bach Christmas Oratorio ...................Dec 6-7 Gospel Messiah ............................Dec 12-13 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas...Dec 14-15 Holiday Celebration ......................Dec 20-22 Music of John Williams ......................Dec 27 NYE Celebration ................................Dec 31 Touhill Performing Arts Center Arianna String Quartet: Brahms ...........Nov 8 Shanghai Ballet................................Nov 8-9 Sachiyo Ito & Company .......................Nov 9 Madco: Uprising ..........................Nov 15-17 Ask the Sky and the Earth ..................Nov 16 Jim Brickman .......................................Dec 4 UMSL Holiday Concert .........................Dec 5 25

www.scsymphony.us The St. Charles County Symphony is a not for profit organization that often collaborates with outside artists and organizations to perform traditional and non-traditional music. Catch the Christmas Spirit at this traditional concert. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas St. Charles Community College Dec 20- Dec 22 • $8 Fri and Sat: 7pm, Sat and Sun: 2pm 636-922-8233 or www.stchastickets.com Presented by St. Charles Community College Young People’s Theatre, this timeless classic is perfect for the season. Spend time the weekend before Christmas experiencing the energy and toe-tapping fun of this delightful show. Christmas with Marilyn McCOO & Billy Davis Jr. J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Dec 20- Dec 21 Fri, 8pm & Sat, 2pm • $48.50-$28.50 636-949-4433 • lindenwoodcenter.com After a decade with The Fifth Dimension, Billy and Marilyn left the group and established a talented and prolific duo. Celebrate their 40 years in the business with this tribute to their hits.

Screwtape Letters .................................Dec 7 Jazz for the Holidays ...........................Dec 8 Ambassadors of Harmony .............Dec 13-15 Helenic 5.............................................Dec 1 Improv Shop ......................................Dec 11 Cathedral Basilica Choir of St. Thomas, Leipzig ................Nov 8 Christmas at the Basilica ................Dec 7 & 8 Chaifetz Arena Lady Antebellum..................................Nov 9 Elton John .........................................Nov 24 Selena Gomez ..................................Nov 27 Scottrade Center Pink..................................................Nov Justin Timberlake ...............................Nov Drake................................................Dec Beyonce ............................................Dec Trans-Siberian Orchestra ....................Dec

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CHRISTMAS

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Cottleville Holiday Open House- Nov 1-2-3

t is that time of the year again to get ready for holiday shopping specials, food, drinks and fun. Cottleville Merchants Main Street Association hosts its annual Holiday Open House Nov 1-2-3. Shopping hours will be Friday and Saturday 10- 5 and Sun Noon - 4. The Cottleville Merchants

Main Street Association wants everyone to experience the elegance of holiday shopping and dining in Cottleville during this special weekend. You will find weekend holiday sales at most of the specialty shops and many will have refreshments to keep the holiday shopping spirit going.

“Trot the Cott” Thanksgiving Day, November 28. Get your workout done early so you can enjoy your Thanksgiving Feast! Registration is 7:30 am. 5K run 8:30 am - 1mile fun run 9:30 am. Run starts in Legacy Park in Cottleville just off Hwy N, north of City Hall. Contact 636-566-0004 or will.klein@rocketmail.com

Here Comes Santa Claus Santa Claus visits Cottleville on December 7 & 14.

Christmas in Cottleville The special event of the year where the shops and eateries decorate to please all ages. Fabulous shopping specials Merchants always have holiday goodies along with special sales.

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Come by and shop at Mannino’s for all your holiday Party Needs! Hwy N Cottleville

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Share Time, Money and Items with Area Organizations

t’s easy to get caught up in the razzle-dazzle and rush of holiday shopping and entertaining. But take a moment to remember how blessed you are to have food, shelter, warmth and a sense of security that others in our community and world may not enjoy. Consider donating to these or other local charities. A little bit helps: whether items or time or money. You may be surprised that you are the one who will reap the warmth of your selflessness. Cornucopia of Care Food Drive Businesses in O’Fallon will be accepting donations of items for local food pantries from Nov 4Dec 14. Drop off items at New Frontier Bank Winghaven, Fox’s Pizza Den, Lindell Bank O’Fallon, Renaud Spirit Center, and O’Fallon City Hall. See website or call 636-379-5507, ofallon.mo.us

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Crisis Nursery St. Louis With 11 branches in our area (4 in St. Charles County), the St. Louis Crisis Nursery is a 24-hour safe haven dedicated to preventing child abuse & neglect through programs and outreach. Volunteer your time at a shelter, donate money, or attend a fundraiser.

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Upcoming Events for Crisis Nursery • Over the Top for Tots Luncheon on November 8: St. Charles • Napoli Night on Nov 21: Clayton. 314-292-5770 or www.crisisnurserykids.org to see how you can help

Whimsical Holiday Decor & Gifts Located in Historic Cottleville 5343 Hwy N • Cottleville MO 63304

Saints Joachim & Ann Sts. Joachim & Ann is the primary provider of programs for individuals, families and children in the tri-county area of St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren. Consider their Adopt-a-Family

636-939-3070 Extended Holiday Hours Mon-Sat 10 am-5 pm Thurs til 7 • Sun 12-4

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Christmas Program in December, or donate year-round. 636-4411302 or jacares.org Five Acres Animal Shelter Five Acres Animal Shelter is the only no-kill animal shelter in St. Charles County, Missouri. Along with the shelter and adoption center, Five Acres also helps dozens of limited income families by providing pet food for their pets. 636949-9918, fiveacresanimalshelter.org • Become and “Angel for Animals”, volunteer, adopt or provide wish list items. • Five Acres Animal Shelter Trivia Night, Fri- 11/8, O’Fallon Elks Our Lady’s Inn Maternity Homes Our Lady's Inn provides a loving home and an array of services supporting pregnant women and their children dealing with homelessness. With two locations (one in Defiance), the Inn has an evergrowing wish list, volunteer opportunities and monetary needs. 636398-5375 or www.ourladysinn.org New Hope Food Pantry/Thrift New Hope provides food, clothing, furniture, personal hygiene items, baby diapers and formula to families in need. It serves seven counties in MO and IL and also helps other food pantries in the area. Donate food, money or items for the thrift shop and make a difference. 636-947-0755, 314-550-1974 or www.newhopeoutreach.net TimeOff Magazine /Nov-Dec, 2013

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Business Happenings Sisters of Most Precious Blood receive Business Spotlight Award For their illustrious 140-year history

of serving the community through education, social justice, elderly care, and other successful ministries, the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood of O’Fallon,

TRAVEL Tips Travel Smart, Travel Safe... Here are some must do’s for your next trip... • Have available addresses and directions for arrival destination, and possible necessary stores or pharmacies. • Be aware of local laws, international driver’s license requirements, possible vaccinations, and visa requirements. • Leave copies of your passport and itinerary with family and/or friends. • Check your medical coverage for international travel limitations. • If needed exchange money in advance, and bring with you a currency conversion. • Contact your credit card company and advise them of any out of town travel. • Confirm your flights 24 hours prior to departure. • Set alert notifications so the airlines can contact you if there is a schedule change.

Mo., were recently honored with the Business Spotlight Award from the Economic Development Roundtable of St. Charles County. The Sisters of the Most Precious Blood were founded in Steinerberg, Switzerland in 1845. Members of the religious order arrived in the local area in 1873. Based in O’Fallon’s historic downtown, their ministries have included operating St. Mary’s College and St. Mary’s Academy for Girls. In 1997, the Sisters sold a portion of their facility to the City of O’Fallon to serve as City Hall and the City Police Department. They currently operate Villa Theresa, a senior apartment complex, and Villa Theresa Haven, a skilled nursing facility. For more information about the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood, visit cpps-ofallon.org or call 636-240-6010.

Submitted by Brenda Blechle at Gullivers Travel. 636-379-2700

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9th Annual Holiday Networking Gala, Dec. 4th St. Charles County’s largest holiday networking celebration for business and community leaders will be held by the Economic Development Center (EDC) and the Partners for Progress (PfP) from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4th at the Old Hickory Golf Club, #1 Dye Club Drive in St. Peters, Mo. Advanced registration is required and going on now. In lieu of admission, attendees are asked to bring non-perishable canned and boxed food items that will be donated to the local food bank for the holidays. For more information, call the EDC at 636-441-6880. Information supplied by the Economic Development Center of St. Charles County

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• Travel light, most airlines charge now for checked baggage. • Carry essentials such as identification, money, documents, prescriptions with you at all times. • Keep in mind no liquids over 3.4 oz. allowed in carry-ons. • If traveling over the Holidays with carry-on gifts, keep them unwrapped. • Make sure you have updated identification tags on each piece of luggage. Remove any old tags from past trips. • Check with cell phone service provider for possible national / international coverage fees. • When traveling with kids, bring snack items, small toys and games. • Keep an emergency stash of money in case you lose your wallet. • Roll clothes when packing, you’ll fit more clothes and limit wrinkles. • Bring a plastic bag for packing wet, dirty clothes.

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Who’s Who In St. Charles County Get to know the people who make St. Charles County happen... from retailers, to doctors, to owners, to managers

Allen Serfas, CSA President & Co-Founder Assistance Home Care

Dan Rector & Laura Schuppe The New BMO Harris Mortgage Lending Team of O’Fallon

Gene Schneider Life Insurance Agent IN SPHERE

Karen Runge, Director of Development for Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service

Tracy Brees Regional Major Gifts Officer Mercy Health Foundation

Tom Thomson Owner Rendezvous Cafe

Nancy Conovor, Facilites Coordinator for Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service

Kim Henson Owner Circle of Marketing

Brent Lance, attorney Lance Law Firm

Jack Massa, owner Massa’s

Sheryl Guffey, Owner Cottleville Crafts Etc

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