2019 Relocating in Saint Louis

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WELCOME! It's pretty cool having one of the most recognizable monuments in the world located in St. Louis. The St. Louis Arch is ranked right up there with the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty as one of the world's greatest architectural icons. The city of STL and a group of privately owned businesses came together a few years ago and proposed a plan to unite the mighty Mississippi River, the Arch and our vibrant downtown by connecting all three with a beautiful park-like greenway. Now residents and tourists alike can safely walk from the historic Old Courthouse to the Arch and the banks of the Mississippi River without having to cross a busy intersection! Since it's completion last year, the arch grounds and the Old Courthouse together have achieved the ultimate national park status of being named the American 60th National Park. Along with the national park recognition also came a name change to Gateway Arch National Park (page 10).

The history of our country's westward expansion is not only woven throughout the Arch Museum but can also be seen in the architectural style of the homes and commercial buildings throughout the St. Louis area (page 30). Take your time when choosing the perfect neighborhood to start your new life, as we have a variety of quaint areas to suit your family's individual needs (page 16-28). Whether it is a small home on The Hill, a brownstone in Lafayette Square, a luxury apartment in Clayton or a sprawling home in St. Louis County, this publication has you covered. But first hire a real estate professional to work with you in locating the perfect neighborhood, home and school for your family if you are looking to purchase. They are familiar with both existing homes for sale and new homes alike.

We're proud of the fact that STL has many free cultural opportunities for all to enjoy, including the Saint Louis Zoo, Missouri History Museum and Saint Louis Art Museum just to name a few. Your 4-legged family member is welcomed here too. We are a very pet friendly town with dog parks in practically every neighborhood (page 65).

Good luck in your home search. Our intent with this publication is to become a great resource so you can start enjoying your new town. If you need help don't hesitate to give us a call!

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NEIGHBORHOODS Find the perfect St. Louis community

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Your guide to elementary and secondary education.

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A myriad of must-see attractions in St. Louis.

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DOG PARKS

St. Louis provides a safe and happy community where your four-legged friend can make some friends of its own.

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On the cover: St. Louis Union Station, Grand Hall. Photography courtesy of Union Station Hotel.

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THE GATEWAY RENOVATION St. Louis’s beloved Arch gets a facelift

By Moe Godat

Photography by Nic Lehoux

ince 1963, the Gateway Arch has proudly looked West. St. Louis’s most popular identifier, the Arch serves as a place of both leisure and adventure for its visitors.

However, after 55 years of standing through Missouri’s ever-changing weather, it was time for the Arch to get a facelift.

The renovation wrapped up in the summer of 2018 and now provides visitors with a more accessible and interesting St. Louis experience. Before, visitors had the choice of getting a cab or braving four lanes of I-44 traffic due to lack of parking on the premises. Perhaps the largest part of the renovation was the addition of a large walkway over I-44. Not only does the new walkway make the journey from car to Arch easier, it also adds a slice of nature to the city with its plush green grass and trees.

To solidify the Arch’s title as a newly instated National Park, 46,000 square feet of expansive outdoor space was added to the Arch grounds ' already 103,546 square feet. Five miles of new walking and biking paths were also incorporated into the grounds overlooking the Mississippi Riverfor the enjoyment of residents and visitors.

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The museum area and visitors’ center at the Arch’s base now focuses on social and cultural milestones. One example is the Dred Scott case that took place across the street in the Old Courthouse. This shift in the museum’s focus shows St. Louis’s strides toward making the city a place of equality.

Lastly, builders attempted to make the Arch accessible to all. The Gateway Arch Museum and National Park are now wheelchair accessible except for the tram leading to the top. To give those who can’t travel on the tram a true Arch experience, new webcams placed on the top viewing deck now showcase the spectacular view down in the visitors’ center, showing a 30-mile radius of St. Louis on a clear day.

The new look of the Gateway Arch grounds and museum is already attracting visitors both old and new. Whether a St. Louisan or just moving in, checking out the renovations will be worth the time.

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STL STUNNING STRUCTURES Building your knowledge of St. Louis architecture

By Moe Godat

The Arch is naturally the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of St. Louis architecture; any St. Louisan will agree that it should be the first stop on your architectural tour. However, St. Louis architecture deserves a deeper look.

The city’s buildings and homes were styled with French Hamlet roofs, wrap-around porches and a trademark sparkling white. However, the style quickly changed with the growth of river trade.

After the devastating fire of 1849, which burned down over 430 buildings, St. Louis passed a code requiring every building to be made of either brick or stone.

This new building code changed the way St. Louis was built, and the buildings erected shortly after 1849 make up what is referred to as downtown St. Louis. One example of an influential building that followed the new building code is the Wainwright building. Finished in 1891 by architect Louis Sullivan, the Wainwright building was one of the first true skyscrapers. Frank Lloyd Wright called it “the first skyscraper which truly looked the part.” It was featured on PBS as part of the “10 Buildings That Changed America.” The 10-story brick and steel masterpiece is now home to the Missouri State Offices.

Not long after the Wainwright Building, plans were set for the St. Louis Union Station. The first train left Union Station in 1894, and the building quickly started seeing an upward of 100,000 daily travelers. Architect Theodore C. Link designed the building after Carcassonne in France, pulling inspiration from the high walls and solitary towers.

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Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis.

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The station boasts a 65-foot barrel vaulted ceiling with a wrought-iron chandelier. Though the last passenger train left the station in 1978, St. Louis Union Station is now a hotel and remains a social hub for tourists looking for an authentic St. Louis experience.

Several years later in 1907, Haynes and Barnett Architecture broke ground on the Cathedral Basilica, called in St. Louis “The New Cathedral.�

The mosaic collection at the Basilica sets it apart from other St. Louis buildings, numbering 41.5 million pieces of mosaic tiles. The mosaics in the building were not completed until 1988, 74 years after the Cathedral held its first mass.

These are just a few of the dazzling architectural attractions of the area.

Our Arch is just the gateway to the architectural marvels preserved for the enjoyment of visitors and locals alike.

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DISTINCTIVE NEIGHBORHOODS

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Benton Park. Designated as a sustainable neighborhood in 2004, Benton Park was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

Most homes date back to the late 19th century, many with the original moldings, stained glass and fixtures intact. Century-old trees shade streets, and residents tend to maintain meticulous porches, lawns and gardens.

Central West End. The Central West End is right across from Forest Park, caddy-corner to Washington University and five minutes from downtown. However, most residents find few reasons to leave the neighborhood. The business district’s cobblestone streets are dense with restaurants, stores and galleries. Not far from the Central West End’s business district you will find gated streets lined with turn-of-the-century mansions and larger historic homes. The area also includes high-rise apartments, condominiums and luxury apartments.

Compton Heights. Located on the near Southside of the City of St. Louis in the shadow of the water tower Reservoir Park, Compton Heights is one of the earliest planned residential developments. Established in 1889, the vibrant neighborhood has wide setbacks, curving streets, remarkable vistas and more than 200 homes.

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A historic district, Compton Heights provides residents with the ambiance of Victorian living.

Dogtown. Just south of Forest Park and the Saint Louis Zoo is a neighborhood affectionately known as “Dogtown.” This lively, tree-lined neighborhood consists of smaller, older homes, apartments and local restaurants and bars; it also boasts a front-row view of the St. Patrick’s Day parade route during the city’s popular Irish celebration.

The Hill. Settled in the late 19th century by immigrants from northern Italy and Sicily, this well-established neighborhood embraces its heritage. The Hill prides itself on meticulously maintained homes, locally renowned ItalianAmerican restaurants, bakeries, delis and specialty grocers.

Holly Hills. Established in the 1920s, Holly Hills is a charming neighborhood located in South St. Louis near the intersection of I-55 and Loughborough Avenue. Both single-family and multi-family homes, from brick mansions to bungalows, anchor the tree-lined streets. The neighborhood has excellent schools, churches and the third largest park in the city of St. Louis, Carondelet Park.

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Soulard Shaw Neighborhood. Bordering the west side of this historic neighborhood is the Missouri Botanical Garden, planned and installed by Henry Shaw. Shaw Neighborhood received its historic designation in 1985 and boasts beautiful, grand homes from the turn of the century and spacious multi-family dwellings within walking distance of the Garden and Tower Grove Park. Today, the neighborhood is filled with bistros, coffee houses, florists and art galleries.

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Lafayette Square. Named after a Revolutionary War hero, Lafayette Square is all about history, from streets lined with Victorian “painted ladies” to 30-acre Lafayette Park, not only the oldest park in the city, but also the first park west of the Mississippi River. Located southwest of downtown, Lafayette Square has a fine collection of bars and restaurants, including SqWires Restaurant and Market, Bailey’s Chocolate Bar and Square One Brewery. In addition to Victorian mansions, you will find luxury apartments, lofts and condominiums.

Downtown St. Louis. Thanks to an urban renewal project, downtown St. Louis is one of the hottest housing tickets in the city. Lofts and apartments range from small rental units to lavish penthouses. Downtown has access to dry cleaning services, hardware and grocery stores, as well as a large selection of fine and casual dining spots. Within walking distance of the lofts and condominiums are famous sports and entertainment venues, as well as historical landmarks.

St. Louis Hills. Constructed between 1930 and 1960, most of the homes in St. Louis Hills are brick, but their architectural styles include gingerbread bungalows, larger ranch houses and an eight-sided Art Deco house. Like many St. Louis City neighborhoods, the community is centered around green space — in this case, 60-acre Francis Park, which hosts a weekly outdoor concert series during the summer months.

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Skinker-DeBaliviere. Beautiful, tree-lined streets and historic homes characterize the Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhood. Its development began during the 1904 World’s Fair. Within walking distance of Forest Park, Washington University and the Delmar “Loop," the area was designated a Local Historic District in 1978. The large single-family homes and expansive apartment buildings, ranging in style from Classic to Tudor Revival to bungalow-style, boast exquisite early 20th-century architectural details in their art glass, millwork and fireplace mantels.

Soulard. One of the oldest communities in the city, Soulard is filled with renovated brick rowhouses and breathtaking Victorian-style homes, bars, pubs, restaurants and businesses — many of which are centuries old. Named after Antoine Soulard, the first developer in the neighborhood, the two-block area of land known as Soulard Farmer’s Market was donated by Julia Soulard in 1838 with the stipulation that it remain a public market. Today, the market still remains open all year.

Tower Grove. This area actually includes two neighborhoods – Tower Grove South and Tower Grove East. They both surround Tower Grove Park and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Homes in this area range from impressive mansions to quirky, turn-of-the-century flats with pocket doors and fireplaces. Both neighborhoods are demographically mixed, housing residents in historic homes to graduate students. Also of note is South Grand Boulevard, an up-and-coming stretch of ethnic restaurants, hip bars and shops.

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NORTH COUNTY

Florissant. Florissant dates back to the fur-trading colonies that established themselves here in 1767, and elegant 18th- and 19th-century homes still grace many of the residential streets. Careful to preserve its historic heritage, this North County suburb prides itself on a progressive attitude and continues to develop new residential and business areas. Home buying options include single-family homes, historic homes and new home developments.

Hazelwood. Home to more than 1,000 businesses, including Fortune 500 companies and numerous corporate headquarters, the City of Hazelwood is conveniently located near Lambert-St. Louis International Airport and other major transportation routes, which makes it an ideal place to start a business. In addition to its dynamic business community, Hazelwood has a fully accredited public school district, vibrant neighborhoods, a variety of home options and nearby shopping venues, such as the St. Louis Outlet Mall.

SOUTH COUNTY

Crestwood. Crestwood is a great community for raising a family and conducting business.

Located in the southwestern portion of St. Louis County and just east of I-270 and I-44, the airport and downtown St. Louis are easily accessible in less than 30 minutes. Crestwood offers a large selection of single-family houses, which have consistently proven to maintain and increase their values as they age.

Shrewsbury. What used to be a 278-acre farm owned by General John Murdoch is now a municipality full of homes, condominiums, apartments, shopping areas and a wonderfully renovated City Center. Conveniently located along I-44, downtown is just minutes away, which is convenient for all St. Louis sporting events and entertainment destinations.

Sunset Hills. Located on a Mississippi flyway, Sunset Hills is a relatively young city incorporated in 1953. Bordered on the west by the Meramec River, the city has more than 70 acres of parkland.

Sunset Hills, known to be a safe, family-friendly area, also offers a country club, private prep school and superior city services. Homes range from brick ranch homes to luxury developments.

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Webster Groves. Classic homes and oak-lined streets give Webster Groves a timeless feel, and its proximity to Webster University means that professors, students and other forward-thinkers keep the city young and progressive.

Many of the area’s historic homes have been well cared for throughout the years and range from single-family dwellings to large extravagant houses.

MID COUNTY

Brentwood. Known as the “City of Warmth,” Brentwood provides the advantages of a small town atmosphere in addition to close proximity to the city. Brentwood offers a diverse retail shopping area, specialty shops, the annual Brentwood Days Festival and Charity Golf Tournament, and its own Historical Society.

Clayton. As the county seat, Clayton is a natural magnet for commerce and culture. The central business district is home to Fortune 500 companies, as well as upscale restaurants, wine shops, galleries, boutiques and specialty shops.

Clayton’s residential areas range from stately brick homes on tree-lined streets to high-rise condominiums. This area also offers upscale, renovated homes, luxury apartments, and new developments built to blend in with older, historic structures. Clayton’s school district is one of the finest in the St. Louis area, and residents have easy access to the MetroLink, Lambert-St. Louis International Airport and downtown.

Frontenac. This small suburb of St. Louis has not deviated far from its historical French roots. The land of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Wood was sold and divided into what became several subdivisions of Frontenac, yet the city has maintained its predominantly 1-acre lots. This area is part of two school districts — Ladue and Kirkwood — and has churches, synagogues and businesses.

Frontenac continues to be the area’s upscale retail destination with Plaza Frontenac’s benchmark shops, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Huntleigh. Situated between Geyer Road and Lindbergh Boulevard, Huntleigh is a small St. Louis suburban niche — dotted with rolling hills and sprawling homes — made up of approximately 334 residences that are within close proximity to Frontenac and Town & Country.

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Ladue. One of the nation's most affluent suburbs, Ladue prides itself on its excellent community services and tranquil, private neighborhoods.

Traditional colonial and Tudor-style mansions surrounded by generous lots are the norm, with several new luxury homes added each year.

Nearby, there are three exclusive country clubs, several private schools, upscale boutiques and a variety of galleries, antique shops, specialty stores and spas.

Maplewood. In a matter of just a few years, Maplewood has transformed itself from an empty, outer-ring suburb to a vibrant neighborhood, attracting young families from all over the region.

Maplewood’s section of Manchester Road is a street lined with four-star restaurants and unique boutiques and businesses. Homes tend to be traditional St. Louis-style brick units, though due to Maplewood’s increasing popularity, a great deal of rental housing is being converted to answer the demand for owner-occupied homes.

Olivette. More than 80 acres of beautiful parkland grace this small St. Louis County community, just west of University City and downtown. Nestled along Olive Boulevard, its locale offers easy access to surrounding St. Louis attractions. A wide array of youth and adult activities makes Olivette a well-established family community.

Richmond Heights. This St. Louis municipality is melding “progress with tradition,” and in doing so, it offers an array of attractive homes in desirable neighborhoods, public and private schools, and a variety of city services. Located at the intersection of I-64/40 and Hwy 170, Richmond Heights is part of four public school districts, has two private schools and is within close proximity to seven advanced education institutions.

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Rock Hill. Situated west of downtown, Rock Hill is a small community within the Webster Groves School District. Its closeness to Manchester Road and Webster Groves allows easy access to several shopping, business and dining districts, as well as its own arts and entertainment, and home and garden businesses.

University City. Although not located in the city, this suburb definitely has an urban vibe. Delmar Boulevard, passing through the heart of "U. City," is rarely devoid of foot traffic for good reason; this stretch, known as "The Loop," offers boutiques, independent book and music stores, coffee shops, ethnic restaurants and gourmet food stores.

Grand older homes, multiple-family apartments, condominiums and single-family ranch homes are just a few of the housing options.

Warson Woods. Established in 1936 and situated between Ladue and Glendale, Warson Woods is divided into four unique wards — a feature that makes the township so diverse. A wonderful business district, restaurants, parks, notable schools, including Webster Groves and Kirkwood school districts, and local shopping venues make Warson Woods a close-knit community.

WEST COUNTY

Ballwin. This municipality is a thriving suburb because of its proximity to Manchester Road.

Ballwin residents enjoy access to a wide array of restaurants and shops. The area’s housing options include high-end, single-family homes developed over the last 30 years, as well as a supply of luxury condominiums and apartments.

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Chesterfield. Chesterfield offers quick and easy access to its many restaurants, top-rated schools, churches, shopping malls, retail districts and fitness facilities. Chesterfield’s varied housing options include established homes, luxury condominiums, townhomes, new construction and single-family homes — some of them mansion-like in stature.

Clarkson Valley. Clarkson Valley comprises more than a dozen subdivisions, including Forest Hills, which boasts a country club that features a championship golf course. In addition, the city’s schools include top-ranked Crestview Middle School and Marquette High School.

Creve Coeur. Creve Coeur is home to many of the St. Louis area’s largest information technology firms.

The surrounding area to Creve Coeur’s business corridor on Olive Boulevard offers restaurants and shops, with nearby parks, a municipal golf course and an ice arena. This city’s upscale residential neighborhoods tend to be tucked away from the busy hum of Olive Boulevard, and home options include luxury mid-rise condominiums, smaller ranch homes and sprawling residences surrounded by wooded lots. Its mid-county location also offers quick access to highways, Lambert-St. Louis International Airport and downtown.

Des Peres. Des Peres is a city that is growing quickly. West County Center contains St. Louis’ first Nordstrom store, as well as a variety of fine dining options. The city also has The Lodge Des Peres, a kid-friendly, municipal fitness facility with an indoor-outdoor aquatic center, fitness area, basketball and volleyball courts, meeting rooms and classrooms.

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Ellisville. Ellisville boasts an acre of parkland for approximately every 40 residents. Eleven parks weave through a well-balanced mix of beautifully maintained residential neighborhoods and business developments. Easily accessible by I-40/64, I-44 and I-270, Ellisville is just 13 miles from the western city limits of St. Louis and a little more than 30 minutes from the airport.

Eureka. Located along I-44 at the southwestern end of St. Louis County and in the award-winning Rockwood School District, Eureka is within easy driving distance to several two-year and four-year colleges and universities, as well as many technical schools.

Spacious homes on wooded lots are hallmarks of the city’s residences. Local restaurants and a variety of shopping venues add to Eureka’s charming small-town atmosphere.

Fenton. Located along the Meramec River, this "City of Parks" has more than 340 acres of parkland, which offers a wide variety of activities. The Fenton Parks and Recreation Department staff offer programs for children age three through senior citizens, and the RiverChase of Fenton, the city’s recreation facility, offers indoor and outdoor pools, a competition pool, basketball courts, a fitness area, a dance studio and much more.

Kirkwood. Kirkwood was developed in 1853 as a railroad-commuting suburb, and the train station is still the center of the city’s charming downtown. The pedestrian-friendly business district retains its historic look, with commercial space mostly occupied by smaller businesses and local restaurants. A farmers market, pocket parks and specialty shops add to the city’s small-town atmosphere. If you’re searching for historic homes with character, Kirkwood is a great place to look.

Those who prefer newer quarters might check out Station Plaza, which is modeled after European city living.

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Manchester. The community of Manchester is more than 200 years old and is composed of seven parks, the Manchester Aquatic Center, great schools in the notable districts of Parkway and Rockwood, and quality municipal services. It has a small-town atmosphere, yet residents have the advantage of easy access to the entire St. Louis Metropolitan area.

Maryland Heights. Maryland Heights is the seventh largest municipality in St. Louis County and home to the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, Westport Plaza, Creve Coeur Park, Harrah’s Casino and Aquaport. With more than 1,600 businesses, Maryland Heights is becoming a regional hospitality and entertainment destination, complete with dining and recreational opportunities. In the past 26 years, Maryland Heights has also developed a variety of housing styles – more than 60 percent of people living in this area own their homes.

Town & Country and Country Life Acres.

Once primarily woodland and farmland, Town & Country is a prestigious suburban community. It’s the perfect municipality to maintain a suburban lifestyle while enjoying the convenience of a short drive on I-64/40 to the city. This community prides itself on its quiet, restful green residential areas with few commercial developments and excellent educational options.

Wildwood. Wildwood offers residents a blend of country and county living, with easy access to both state parks and the greater metro area.

Residential development includes luxury homes and large traditional subdivisions surrounded by plenty of green space. Educational options include the highly rated Rockwood School District and excellent private and parochial schools.

and budgets. Homes range from small, efficient condominiums to luxury homes on the edge of the lake.

O'Fallon. Named 26th in Money magazine's 2010 "Best Places to Live: Money's list of America's best small cities," O’Fallon is the fastest-growing suburb of St. Charles. Housing and business developers have been hard at work keeping up with the city’s population boom. Because of the growing local population, large retailers have been eager to invest in the community. Shopping, dining and entertainment options are plentiful and family-friendly. O’Fallon is also home base for the minor league baseball team the River City Rascals.

Homes tend to be affordable, single-family units situated in well-maintained neighborhoods.

St. Charles. As the former state capitol and launch point for the Lewis and Clark Expedition, St. Charles is steeped in history and charm.

Founded in 1765, the city’s downtown is paved with cobblestones and has retained its traditional look and feel. Main Street offers fine dining, antique shops, boutiques and museums. Despite its reverence for its heritage, the city is forwardthinking, with many prosperous companies headquartered there. As a result, St. Charles’ housing options include older, historic homes, as well as newly constructed developments.

St. Peters. Located west of St. Charles, St. Peters was founded by French traders in the late 1700s. St. Peters has grown from a small farming area of 486 people in 1970 to a large suburban community, home to more than 60,000 people and 2,500 businesses. This growing city has been recognized nationally, such as on Money magazine's "Best Places to Live: Money's list of America's best small cities."

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Lake St. Louis. Built on the edge of two man-made lakes, Lake St. Louis offers plenty of recreational opportunities, making it a popular settling place for both retirees and young families. In addition to water sports, Lake St. Louis offers riding stables, hiking trails, ball fields, an 18-hole championship golf course and Missouri's only Von Maur department store. One of the top 10 "Best Places to Live: Money magazine's 2009 list of America's best small cities," Lake St. Louis boasts homes that accommodate a large spectrum of lifestyles

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Wentzville. Founded in 1855, Wentzville was named for Erasmus Livingston Wentz, the chief engineer of St. Louis, Kansas City and the Northern Railway. Contemporary, rustic ranch homes and farm sites are all available at affordable prices, along with newer two-story homes. Conveniently located on I-70 west of St. Louis, Wentzville combines a rural lifestyle with convenient living, as it offers easy access to the commercial, educational and recreational amenities of St. Louis.

WingHaven. Located just west of the Missouri River off of I-64/40, residents of WingHaven enjoy quick access to Chesterfield and a 30-minute drive to downtown, but they have the advantage of enjoying all that WingHaven has to offer: jogging trails, a movie theatre, swimming, golf, spa, library, shops and fine dining.

FRANKLIN COUNTY Franklin County comprises quaint, historic towns such as Gerald, Labadie, New Haven, Pacific, St. Albans, St. Clair, Washington, Union and Sullivan, and it is home to many sites along Route 66, state parks, wineries and historical districts. Missouri riverfront trails and parks, charming bed and breakfasts, shops, museums and galleries add to this area’s small-town charm, but its easy access to the major metro area offers all the excitement of the city.

St. Albans. The St. Albans community boasts 13 neighborhoods along the beautiful Missouri River.

As Missouri’s premier golf community, St. Alban’s has two championship golf courses, a luxurious country club and a variety of low-maintenance villas and elegant million-dollar estates.

MADISON COUNTY, IL Alton. Residents and visitors of Alton enjoy breathtaking scenery along the Mississippi River by traveling down the Great River Road by car, bicycle or on foot. With 15 parks and several attractions — such as the Clark Bridge, Alton Marina and Fast Eddie's Bon Air — Alton is a wonderful place to raise a family, work and enjoy life.

Bethalto. Surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque farms, Bethalto is one of the fastestgrowing communities in Madison County. Home to the St. Louis Regional Airport, an extensive public library, a senior citizens center and several parks, this village offers a relaxed lifestyle perfect for families. Its close proximity to downtown allows residents to enjoy the cultural and entertainment opportunities of the nearby city.

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Edwardsville. The third oldest city in Illinois, charming Edwardsville boasts a picturesque Main Street, thriving commercial district, Children’s Museum and golf courses. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a vibrant, growing university and an excellent option for higher education.

Glen Carbon. Residents of Glen Carbon can enjoy the Glen Carbon Heritage Trails complete with restored prairie areas and access to the nearby communities of Troy, Edwardsville, Maryville and the SIUE campus. The Village of Glen Carbon also offers sports leagues, several parks, a conservation area and more than 10 churches, and it is part of the Edwardsville School District.

Godfrey. As one of Illinois’ newest municipalities, the Village of Godfrey is expecting continued residential and commercial growth. Although much of Godfrey has been primarily residential and remains devoted to agriculture, this large community offers a golf course, movie theatre, the Alton Symphony and Youth Symphony, and several schools and churches.

MONROE COUNTY, IL Columbia. Located on the Mississippi River bluffs, Columbia’s beautiful scenery adds to its small-town charm, but its residents have the advantage of easy accessibility to St. Louis just 12 miles away. Columbia residents also enjoy a wide variety of restaurants, three golf courses and a rich German heritage. Columbia is one of the fastest-growing suburbs in the Greater St. Louis area.

ST. CLAIR COUNTY, IL Belleville. Situated near several major highways, such as I-255 and I-64, Belleville is a convenient and comfortable city for business. It is also a wonderful community in which to raise a family with its commitment to excellent education, elementary to higher education, in addition to attractive, safe neighborhoods. Belleville’s wide array of shops, cultural opportunities — including historical and philharmonic societies — and local shopping add to the charm of this growing city.

O’Fallon. Known as one of the fastest-growing communities in the St. Louis Metropolitan area, O’Fallon, Illinois, has a rich history of trade and industry, which has laid the foundation for its continued growth and prosperity. Hardworking residents, including personnel from nearby Scott Air Force Base, make up the diverse community of this charming small town just across the Mississippi River from downtown.

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As the Gateway to the West, and a once booming hub for cross-country travel, St. Louis holds an abundance of Midwestern culture and history. St. Louis’s historic neighborhoods can give residents and visitors a look into how St. Louis began.

THE HILL The Hill is well-known for its Italian restaurants, bakeries and businesses that make it the go-to place to look for a perfect date night. Its small shotgun style homes are quaint and inviting. The initial rush of Italian immigrants settled in the Hill in the 1830s, and they brought their culture with them to this beautiful and exciting part of St. Louis. If you’re new to St. Louis, the Hill is the perfect place to get your first taste of the city. The Hill is the birthplace of the Lou’s favorite food: the toasted ravioli.

T-Ravs remain a predominantly St. Louis staple, so head to the Hill to get the best ones around.

CENTRAL WEST END The Central West End holds historic and beautiful city homes and apartments. A wide variety of brick-clad homes have housed authors such as T.S. Eliot and Tennessee Williams. The Central West End is a dining destination as well as the place to go for high-end shopping. Want to take a stroll around the Central West End's walkable streets? There are many activities available to you in walking distance, including the Holiday Window Walk, which takes place in December.

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A peek into the oldest parts of town TOWER GROVE Tower Grove began as a largely commercial part of town formed around streetcars, making travel to and from work simple. However, Tower Grove began to suffer when its big businesses began moving outside city limits. In the 1990s, residents and businesses began slowly reversing the decline of residential buildings to mirror the area’s social and cultural changes. Tower Grove Park now holds the Pride March to show St. Louis’s growing support of the LGBTQ community. Now considered a safe neighborhood with grand historic architecture and many small businesses within walking distance, Tower Grove is another premium place to live in St. Louis, especially for culturally accepting individuals.

LAFAYETTE SQUARE Wealthy citizens began buying plots of land in what is now Lafayette Square in the early 1800s. The area fell from glory when a tornado devastated it in 1896 and continued to decline during the Great Depression and World War II. However, residents began buying and renovating the oldest homes in Lafayette Square in the 1970s to bring life back to the neighborhood. Full of color and architecture that can only be found in Lafayette Square, the homes and shops in the area are worth a visit.

Now, most homes have been restored and residents enjoy shops and restaurants close to home.

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As you decide where to purchase your new home, school selection is a top priority for making the best decision for your family. In the Greater St. Louis area, there are nearly 1,000 public schools, as well as a multitude of private schools.

Families living within the St. Louis city limits have many educational options, including excellent private, parochial, charter and magnet schools. Students with special needs have accessibility to services in St. Louis area public schools.

There are more than 400 parochial and independent private schools from which to choose. With 144 elementary and high schools in the area affiliated with the Catholic Church, St. Louis is the seventh largest Archdiocesan school system in the country.

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Academy of the Sacred Heart. Educating with love has been the mission of the Academy of the Sacred Heart for over 200 years. As a Catholic school for children of all faiths, the Academy provides a child-centered, nurturing learning environment that offers challenging academics and small class sizes.

Faith formation, leadership development, and strong study skills are all results of an Academy education.

Their primary school welcomes learners beginning at age three in our Little Acorns Program. Lower school students engage in science experiments in a dedicated science lab and begin learning French and Spanish.

Middle school students study in single gender classes within a collaborative learning environment, maximizing the separate learning strengths of boys and girls. Our Eighth Class graduates matriculate into the region’s finest high schools and maintain a lasting relationship as alumni of the Sacred Heart.

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Chesterfield Montessori School.

Chesterfield Montessori School is an AMIrecognized, authentic Montessori school serving a culturally diverse student body between the ages of 16 months through 8th grade. Peaceful, mixed-age classrooms are equipped with the full range of handson Montessori materials, which provide stimulating challenges that meet the cognitive, emotional and social needs of each child. Highly trained teachers ensure that each child is challenged and nurtured in a way that best serves his/her individual developmental needs. The resulting benefits for the child are self-confidence, enthusiasm for learning and lengthened attention span, as well as a solid foundation for future academic endeavors. The partnership of parents, children, and teachers makes Chesterfield Montessori School a place where children and families flourish. Explore us online at www.chesterfieldmontessori.org or call (314) 469-7150 to schedule your personal tour.

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Schools Community School. For more than 100 years, Community School has allowed each child’s strengths to shine through with a 7:1 student teacher ratio that truly engages young students in developmentally appropriate and active learning. The low ratio increases opportunities for personalized attention and differentiated curriculum. Students consistently score among the highest in the nation on achievement tests. Music, art, band, physical education, drama, woodshop, and foreign language complement the academic program, and the curriculum is fully integrated across subject areas. Through community service projects, students grow in social awareness and experience the satisfaction of helping others. Community School also offers after school programs and summer camps.

All takes place on a beautiful 16-acre wooded campus with a pond, nature trail, playing fields and playgrounds. Need-based financial aid is available. Community School also offers a half-day program for 3-year-olds to provide more options for parents of young children. For more information, visit communityschool.com or call 314-991-0005.

Countryside Montessori School.

Countryside Montessori School offers part-time and full-time care for children eight weeks through six years of age. Countryside is NAEYC accredited and affiliated with the American Montessori Society. The home-like environment, along with its spacious playground, trike area and pony corral, set Countryside apart from the rest.

Countryside is dedicated to the education of the whole child. With our low child:staff ratios, our goal is to meet each individual child’s need for intellectual, physical, social and emotional development.

By offering a superb Montessori education in a nurturing environment, Countryside strives to help children reach their full potential and become independent, life-long learners.

Countr yside offers fall, summer and yearround programs. Please call 314-434-2821 or email Jenifer at jmhanser@aol.com for more information.

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Forsyth School. Forsyth School is a leading independent, co-educational elementary school for children age 3 through Grade 6.

Located next door to Washington University and across the street from Forest Park in the Wydown-Forsyth Historic District, Forsyth offers an unforgettable experience on a one-of-a-kind campus with classrooms in six repurposed, historic homes. Forsyth is a place where personal best counts — in the classroom, on the field, on the stage, and on the high ropes course in the Adventure Center.

Students are encouraged to stretch beyond their comfort zones with activities like memory mapping, ballroom dancing, arthropod studies, Shakespeare performances, and more.

The challenging and engaging curriculum fosters independence and prepares students to thrive in secondary school and beyond.

Each summer, the Forsyth Summer Discovery program offers dozens of one-week, themed camps over eight weeks for children age 3 through Grade 6. Visit ForsythOnline.com or call 314.726.4542 for more information.

Come see for yourself at The Fulton School.

Explore online at tfssa.org or call (636)458-6688 for a tour.

Great Circle Academy. Their education complex in Webster Groves is a place where no one feels different. That’s what makes them different. The Academy is part of Great Circle, a statewide nonprofit that focuses on strengthening children and families by providing services that help address behavioral health and trauma-related issues. Great Circle Academy’s educational options are: 1) Individually tailored academics and therapeutic support for K-12 students with social, emotional, behavioral or communication challenges; 2) specialized K-12 education and therapeutic support for children on the autism spectrum; and 3) an innovative high school program where teens in substance use recovery will find a safe, sober learning environment. Their private, state-of-the-art school programs are fully accredited and staffed by a licensed and credentialed faculty. At Great Circle Academy, they inspire the students who continually inspire us. For more information, visit Fulton School at St. Albans. A small, co-ed, www.greatcircle.org or call 1-844-GC-HELPS to independent, Montessori school for students schedule a visit.

18 months old through 12th grade, The Fulton School approaches education differently. We are small by design; there are no ceilings on what students can learn, and no hiding places for them to resist growth. The teaching styles are refreshing, and the students are engaged, accepted, and excited about learning.

In the Lower School, each child’s whole personality is celebrated and nurtured.

Classrooms allow children to explore hands-on, meaningful works that both reach the children at their current stage yet also encourage them to stretch themselves.

The Upper School offers a strong college-prep curriculum. Teaching them to think critically, write and speak effectively, collaborate, exercise initiative, and display good character are our highest priorities. Preparing students for studying and working on their own — in college and then professionally — are the end goals. Mutual respect, freedom balanced with responsibility, and plenty of choices create a unique atmosphere that adolescents love.

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Montessori at its Best Imagine a school…where the curriculum reflects more than 100 years of wisdom…where the children thrive in a peaceful and calm environment...where children’s natural curiosity of love and learning are honored. Discover the Difference at Chesterfield Montessori School.

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Schools St. Joseph’s Academy. St. Joseph’s Academy, a college-preparatory high school for girls, has been a leader in Catholic education for over 175 years.

The curriculum is rigorous by design and focuses on developing leaders. More than 140 courses are offered, including 42 Honors/AP/ ACC courses. SJA seeks a balanced approach and invites students to pursue their many interests. Whether it’s in Mandarin Chinese, Robotics, Entrepreneurship, Journalism, Campus Ministry, Performing Arts or Athletics, SJA prepares young women to make a profound impact in the world. This year, the school opened a state-of-the-art College Advising and Resource Center. Prospective families are invited to learn more about this exciting program and space.

Holding students to high standards is the key to SJA’s success. The school continues to be an expert in educating young women in an environment that challenges them to grow in faith, knowledge and respect for self and others. Please visit sja1840.org for more information.

The School District of Clayton. The School District of Clayton, the area’s “private” public school, has a nationally recognized PK-12, college preparatory academic program.

Clayton teachers are committed to their

students’ continued success and put the interests and needs of each student at the center of every decision made. Preparation for college is emphasized at every grade level in Clayton schools. Clayton High School offers 22 Advanced Placement courses; students took 549 Advanced Placement exams last year, with 93 percent scoring a 3 or higher. In 2018, 99.5 percent of seniors graduated, and 92 percent of graduates advanced to two-and four-year colleges. The class of 2018 had a composite mean SAT critical reading and writing score of 680 and math score of 703. The average ACT composite score during the same time period was 25.9. Clayton High School has been ranked third in Missouri and second among non-selective high schools in U.S. News and World Report’s 2018 Best High Schools list. The School District of Clayton has again been ranked as the best school district in the state and as the 13th best district in the country on Niche K-12’s 2019 school rankings. Additionally, Clayton High School and Wydown Middle School were ranked first in Missouri in their respective “best schools” rankings. Glenridge Elementary, Captain Elementary and Meramec Elementary also ranked near the top in the state, taking the fifth, sixth and eighth spots in the elementary category, respectively. For more information, call 314-854-6000 or visit ClaytonSchools.net.

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Schools Visitation Academy. Visitation Academy is an independent Catholic school with a longstanding reputation for academic excellence, teaching students to Live Jesus through optimism, gentle strength, humility, joy, and inner freedom. The Lower School offers a coed Montessori early childhood program for age 2 -Kindergarten and an all-girls program in grades 1-5; the Middle School bridges childhood to young adulthood for girls in grades 6-8; the Upper School provides a rigorous collegepreparatory curriculum for young women in grades 9-12. A Visitation education provides students with a foundation for future success, building confidence and an inner strength that will last a lifetime. For more information, call 314-625-9103 or visit visitationacademy.org The Wilson School. A Wilson education gives children age three through sixth grade a strong academic foundation in the caring environment they need to succeed. Teachers are empowered to develop customized curriculum that connects foundational learning with innovative, project-based experiences which engage and inspire. Intentional class sizes, two educators per classroom, and subject area specialists create an environment where

students can take risks, develop leadership skills and strive to reach their personal best.

With a high-tech facility that feels like home, students who graduate from The Wilson School are well-balanced, caring and curious young adults, ready for learning in the 21st century.

For more information, visit WilsonSchool.com or call 314-725-4999.

Whitfield School. Whitfield is a close-knit and diverse community for grades 6-12 where each student’s strengths are known, cultivated and celebrated. Our talented faculty capture students’ imaginations and energize them to identify and pursue their passions.

Whitfield’s college preparatory program is rooted in character education. Our Habits of Mind and Heart curriculum provides a common language for character education and encourages critical reflection for academic and personal growth. Whitfield’s college counseling program inspires students to reach for their top choice schools in a low-stress way.

In the last five years, seniors have earned over $11 million in merit scholarships for their first year of college.

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Visitation Academy # 1 All - Girls High School in Missouri! *

Catholic | Independent Coed Montessori Early Childhood All-Girls Grade 1-12 visitationacademy.org *Ranked by Niche 2018

93% of girls’ school grads say they were offered greater leadership opportunities than peers at coed schools.* At St. Joseph’s Academy, we encourage leadership and influence through action. Students are encouraged to think independently, to find their voices and to be positive influences on their peers and in their communities.

Learn more about how our values, guiding principles and balanced approach create an educational experience like no other. *Based on the Class of 2018

SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP St. Louis has plenty of destinations to hit when you need a little retail therapy.

Malls Chesterfield Mall 291 Chesterfield Mall Chesterfield, MO 63017 636-532-0777 chesterfield-mall.com Mid Rivers Mall 1600 Mid Rivers Mall St. Peters, MO 63367 636-970-2610 shopmidriversmall.com Plaza Frontenac 1701 South Lindbergh Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63131 314-432-0604 plazafrontenac.com South County Center 18 S. County Center Way St. Louis, MO 63129 314-892-8954 shopsouthcountycenter.com

Plaza Frontenac. Photography courtesy of GGP Inc.

St. Clair Square 134 St. Clair Square Fairview Heights, IL 62208 618-632-7567 stclairsquare.com

West County Center. Photography courtesy of CBL Properties.

Saint Louis Galleria. Photography courtesy of GGP Inc.

Saint Louis Galleria 1155 Saint Louis Galleria St. Louis, MO 63117 314-863-5500 saintlouisgalleria.com West County Center 80 West County Center Des Peres, MO 63131 314-288-2020 shopwestcountycenter.com

Outlet Malls St. Louis Outlet Mall (formerly St. Louis Mills) Highway 370, Exit 11 Hazelwood, MO 63042 314-227-5900 stlouisoutletmall.com St. Louis Premium Outlets 18521 Outlet Blvd.

Chesterfield, MO 63005 314-399-8163 premiumoutlets.com/outlet/st-louis Taubman Prestige Outlets 17057 N. Outer 40 Rd. Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-536-3014 taubmanprestigeoutlets.com

Outdoor Malls

Chesterfield Commons 100 THF Blvd.

Chesterfield, MO 63005 314-429-0900

The Boulevard 1 The Boulevard Richmond Heights, MO 63117 708-923-6312 theboulevard.com The Meadows at Lake St. Louis 20 Meadows Circle Dr., Suite 224 Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 636-695-2626 themeadowsatlsl.com

Other Shopping Areas Central West End Off of Highway 64/40 and Kingshighway St. Louis, MO 63108 314-305-4012 cwescene.com

The Loop Delmar Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63130 visittheloop.com Downtown Kirkwood Located between Highway 40 and I-44 Kirkwood, MO, 63122 314-822-0084 downtownkirkwood.com The Promenade at Brentwood 1 Brentwood Promenade Ct. Brentwood, MO 63144 877-225-5337

Cherokee Antique Row 1900-2300 Cherokee (between Lemp and Indiana) St. Louis, MO 63118 cherokeeantiquerow.com

Old Webster 4 E Lockwood Webster Groves, MO 63119 314-963-5300 webstergroves.org

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St. Louis MetroLink and Trolley For any event in St. Louis, especially in the downtown area, an accessible mode of transportation to take advantage of is the MetroLink system. Park your car in one of many Park-Ride lots, (most are free) and hop on the train to avoid the hassle of downtown traffic and parking fees. Whether on the way to a Cardinals game of a concert at the Enterprise Center, the MetroLink is an easy, efficient way to get you and yours downtown on time.

Brightly colored trolley cars are gracing the streets of St. Louis once again. After a haitus of 52

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years, they are finally back! With three trolleys in operation, a trolley loop now connects Delmar to Forest Park to promote pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods and environmentally friendly transportation. Not only does this 2.2-mile loop provide fun and easy access to these loved St. Louis destinations, but it gives locals the chance to feel like tourists in their own city.

Visit metrostlouis.org online or on your mobile phone, and use the trip planner to plan your next adventure in the city.

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Your quick tour of FOREST PARK. Saint Louis Science Center.

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Whether you’re moving to a spacious suburb or to an apartment in the heart of the city, you’ll always have access to the area’s “regional backyard,” Forest Park. Measuring 1,293 acres, Forest Park is nearly 500 acres larger than New York City’s Central Park and also ranks as the 6th most visited urban park in the United States.

Since its establishment in 1876, Forest Park has served as a refuge for both local wildlife and its 13 million annual visitors. Many still consider Forest Park “the soul of St. Louis,” a nickname tied to its role in preserving the metropolitan area’s natural beauty while also containing several major cultural institutions.

The founders of Forest Park intended for the area to be open to everyone regardless of economic status, so many of its attractions are free for general admission. In 2017 the Saint Louis Zoo was recently voted the #1 zoo in the nation by USA Today, housing over 17,000 wild animals of roughly 560 species and drawing in three million visitors annually.

Photography courtesy of the Missouri Historial Society.

The Muny in Forest Park.

Photography by Phillip Hamer.

Government Hill.

Photography by Calla Massman.

After you visit the new polar bear exhibit, visit some of the park’s other free attractions, such as the Saint Louis Art Museum, which contains work spanning five millennia from six continents, or the Missouri History Museum, which provides an in-depth look at the city’s influence on American culture.

These locations provide new exhibitions every year that remain on display for several months before new ones take their places. These exhibitions often require an additional fee, but inclusive memberships to either museum are also available.

You don’t need to be a science buff to enjoy the Saint Louis Science Center, which also offers a free general admission to displays designed for all ages. This location’s main attraction is the James S. McDonnell Planetarium, a 24-meter dome used primarily for displaying a 360-degree view of a simulated night sky, but also screens movies periodically. Tickets for the planetarium shows are available for purchase both upon arrival and online.

Forest Park remains a point of St. Louis pride with the diligent upkeep of over 45,000 trees, architectural hotspots such as the Jewel Box greenhouse, and America’s oldest and largest outdoor musical theater, the Muny. Want to learn more about your new home? Forest Park is a great place to start.

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NEW TO THE LOU?

Known as the Gateway to the West, St. Louis is a big city with small-town charm. Whether you settle in the city or the county, your Midwest neighbors will welcome you with open arms. But, if you’re new to the Lou, we have a few quirks that must be explained to newcomers. Fit right in with these fun facts on our local lingo and traditions.

Concrete: An ice cream treat served up at Ted Drewes, a St. Louis institution since 1930. Created in 1959, a concrete is a malt or shake so thick that it is served upside down.

Photography courtesy of Ted Drews Frozen Custard.

Edgewild Restaurant & Winery.

Gooey Butter Cake:Originated in STL in the 1930s by mistake. A German baker mixed up batter proportions when trying to make coffee cake. The traditional recipe includes cake flour, butter, sugar, eggs and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Halloween jokes: Local Halloween tradition calls for trick-or-treaters to tell a joke in order to earn candy. Time to brush up on your knock, knock jokes.

Imo’s: The square beyond compare.

Known as the original St. Louis-style pizza.

Cracker thin crust. Provel cheese.

Highway 40: Also known as 64/40.

ravioli. Originated on the Hill in St. Louis.

Stretches east to west through St. Louis.

St. Louis Bread Company: Also known as Panera.

“Where’d you go to High School?”: Don’t be surprised if you are asked this question on the regular. St. Louisans love to boast about their alma maters. It’s a way to bond over common acquaintances and stir up old rivalries.

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With myriad must-see attractions throughout the city, the options in entertainment and exploration are endless.

The Muny in Forest Park.

Photography by Phillip Hamer.

Grant’s Farm. Ranked as the seventh-best family attraction nationwide by the U.S. Family Travel Guide Zagat Survey®, this Busch family estate, which was once owned by Ulysses S. Grant, features animal shows, a petting area and a tram ride through a wildlife preserve. Open mid-April through November. Free admission. Parking $13.

Citygarden. A garden oasis in the heart of 10501 Gravois Road, 314-843-1700, www.grantsfarm.com. downtown St. Louis, Citygarden offers expansive, Laumeier Sculpture Park. Expanding the lush landscaping, 24 pieces of sculpture by context of contemporary sculpture beyond the internationally renowned artists, three water traditional confines of a museum, Laumeier features, an innovative audio tour, a glass pavilion Sculpture Park is an internationally recognized café and more. Free to the public. 801 Market Street, open-air museum. Free to the public; however, 314-241-3337, www.citygardenstl.org. admission is charged for some special events. 12580 Rott City Museum. What was once a 600,000-square-foot Road, 314-615-5278, www.laumeiersculpturepark.org. shoe factory is now a playground for the imagination, The Magic House – St. Louis Children’s Museum. with countless unique activities and exhibits made Participate in hundreds of fun, educational and of reclaimed materials from around the city. General interactive exhibits and activities for the whole admission is $12 plus tax for ages 3 and up and $10 family. You and your child can touch an electrically plus tax on Fridays and Saturdays after 5 p.m. 701 N. charged ball, create a three-dimensional impression 15th Street, 314-231-CITY, www.citymuseum.org. of yourself, experience the sensation of racing a The Fox Theatre. Catch a Broadway show at the wheelchair and so much more. Admission is $11 for Fabulous Fox Theatre in Grand Center. The 2018 ages 1 and up. 516 S. Kirkwood Road, 314-822-8900, season features such well-known titles as "The www.magichouse.org.

Anheuser-Busch Brewery. A St. Louis landmark since its founding in 1852, the Anheuser-Busch Brewery offers daily free tours, which take visitors through the historic Budweiser Clydesdale stables, Beechwood Aging Cellars, historic Brew House and Bevo Packaging Facility. 12th & Lynch streets, 314-577-2626, www.budweisertours.com.

Wizard of Oz," "Chicago," "Hamilton," "Phantom of the Opera" and "The Sound of Music" with shows from other popular performers. For tickets, call 800-293-5949. 527 N. Grand Blvd., 314-534-1678, www.fabulousfox.com.

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Missouri Botanical Garden. Founded in 1859, the Missouri Botanical Garden is one of the nation’s oldest botanical gardens in continuous operation and is a National Historic Landmark. See 79 acres of horticultural displays, including a 14-acre Japanese strolling garden, the Climatrom® conservatory and more. See website for admission prices. 4344 Shaw Blvd., 314-577-5100, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org.

Missouri History Museum. Discover St. Louis’ history, from the city’s founding in 1764 to the present, in the "Seeking St. Louis" continuing exhibit. General admission is free; however, a fee is charged for some special exhibitions. 5700 Lindell Blvd., 314-746-4599, www.mohistory.org.

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additional fee, watch an informative show in the impressive Omnimax Theater and stargaze indoors at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium.

General admission is free. 5050 Oakland Ave., 314-289-4400, www.slsc.org.

The Moto Museum. See a collection of rare and vintage motorcycles, many from European manufacturers before 1975, and some even dating back to around 1900. Free to the public, but donations are appreciated. 3441 Olive Blvd., 314-446-1805, www.themotomuseum.com.

Saint Louis Symphony at Powell Hall.

The Grammy-winning Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra has been inspiring St. Louis since 1976. Concerts vary throughout the year, ranging from elegant, classical evening performances to family-friendly afternoon shows. For tickets, call 314-534-1700. 718 N. Grand Blvd., 314-533-2500, www.slso.org.

The Muny in Forest Park. The nation’s oldest and largest outdoor theatre, The Muny in Forest Park is a fan favorite during the summer months in St. Louis.

The 2018 Summer Season runs June 11 through August 12 and will feature "Jerame Robinson's Broadway," "The Whiz," "Singin' in the Rain," "Jersey Boys," "Annie," "Gypsy" and "Meet Me in St. Louis" One Theatre Drive, 314-361-1900, www.muny.org.

Saint Louis Zoo. Located in Forest Park, the Saint Louis Zoo is a family-friendly destination that is home to nearly 19,000 animals from more than 655 species. General admission is free; however, certain attractions charge a fee, such as the Children’s Zoo. One Government Drive, 314-781-0900, www.stlzoo.org.

Six Flags St. Louis. A constant favorite among families all over the Midwest, this expansive theme park features a variety of fun rides and thrills, including an attached water park, that kids and parents alike are sure to love. Six Flags St. Louis, which is open April through October, also hosts several concerts by popular musicians each season, as well as annual celebrations, Saint Louis Science Center. Explore the such as “Fright Fest,” which takes place through the fascinating world of science at this hands-on entire month of October. 636-938-5300, 4900 Six museum, which offers more than 700 exhibits Flags St. Louis Rd., www.sixflags.com. geared toward children and adults of all ages.

Investigate an array of exciting exhibits; or, for an

Saint Louis Art Museum. Admire exceptional works of art from nearly every culture and time period throughout history at the Saint Louis Art Museum, one of the nation’s leading comprehensive art museums. General admission is free. Fine Arts Drive, 314-721-0072, www.slam.org.

St. Louis Art Museum. *Please call or visit these attractions' websites for information on days and hours of operation, changes in admission and parking fees, etc.

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A look into three St. Louis craft breweries

By Moe Godat

ow home to some of America’s biggest names in beer like Anheuser Busch, St. Louis always had the upper hand in the brewing industry.

Before electricity became available commercially, brewers had to find a way to keep their brews cold; strangely enough, it was Missouri’s vast cave network which made brewing so successful.

Brewers would store their German-style lagers in the caves to keep them cool for customers. By the mid-1800s, several large breweries competed against each other for control of the industry, each placing their storefronts above large caves used for beer storage. Thus began the rich beer culture St. Louis still fosters today.

Though the Lou boasts big-name breweries, craft breweries remain at the heart of its love for beer. One of the most-loved craft breweries in St. Louis is 4-Hands Brewing Company, owned by

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Kevin Lemp in Lasalle Park. You can find 4-Hands’ brews in restaurants all around St. Louis. They offer six year-round beers as well as seasonal beers, all made in the 20,000 square foot brewing facility. 3,000 of those square feet are dedicated to barrel aging, ranging from whiskey to wine to provide an interesting and changing line of beers. 4-Hands Brewing Company is a great place to visit for a bite to eat and a quick taste of St. Louis brews.

Another gem of St. Louis brewing is 2nd Shift Brewing. Established in 2010, 2nd Shift Brewing exemplifies one man’s passion for brewing. Owner Steve Crider received a brew kit for Christmas and began experimenting with different flavors and aromas until he found some that stuck. Steve became a brewmaster in his free time, saying brewing was his “2nd shift

Narrow Gauge Brewing Company

of the day.” Now located on the Hill, the 2nd Shift brewing team invites customers down for a drink that “will make your liver beg for mercy.”

Perhaps one of the newest St. Louis breweries is Narrow Gauge Brewing Company, opened in June 2016. Nestled beneath the delicious Cugino’s restaurant in Florissant, this kid-friendly brewery is locally owned and operated. They only sell their brews on the premises and produce less than 1,500 barrels a year. This keeps the brewery small and cozy, so it is the perfect place to take the family for an afternoon taste; even well-behaved pups are allowed on the Narrow Gauge dog-friendly patio! It is named after the West End Narrow Gauge railroad, which used to extend from St. Louis to Florissant. Though the railroad no longer runs, the name lives on through this well-loved and homey brewery.

We’ve told you some of our favorite breweries; now it’s your turn!

Take a picture at your favorite craft brewery and tag us on Instagram @relocatingstl for the chance to make it onto our page. To learn more about our favorites, visit us at stlouishomesmag.com.

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CRAFT BREWERIES Beer aficionados can sip and sample brews at a number of local breweries.

Check out the St. Louis Brewer’s Guild for more information (stlbeer.org).

2nd Shift Brewing 1601 Sublette Ave., St. Louis, MO

Greer Brewing Company 16050 Manchester Rd., Ellisville, MO

4 Hands Brewing Co. 1220 S. 8th St., St. Louis, MO

Griesdeieck Bros.

1240 Switzer Ave., St. Louis, MO

Alpha Brewing Co. 1409 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO

Heavy Riff Brewing 6413 Clayton Ave., St. Louis, MO

Anheuser-Busch 12th and Lynch St., St. Louis, MO

Kirkwood Station Brewing Co. 105 E. Jeffreson Ave., St. Louis, MO

Bastard Brothers Brewing Company 2114 Penta Drive, High Ridge, MO

Missouri Beer Company 22 W. Industrial Dr., O’Fallon, MO

Cathedral Square Brewery 3914 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO Center Ice Brewing Company 3120 Olive St., St. Louis, MO 314-339-5733 Charleville Brewing Company & Tavern 2101 Chouteau Ave., St. Louis, MO Civil Life 3714 Holt Ave., St. Louis, MO Design2Brew 9995 Winghaven Blvd., O’Fallon, MO Earthbound Beer 2710 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO Exit 6 Brewery 5055 State Highway N, St. Charles, MO Ferguson Brewing Co. 418 S. Florissant, Ferguson, MO Friendship Brewing Company 100 E. Pitman Ave., Wentzville, MO Good News Brewing Company 330 Sonderen St., O’Fallon, MO

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Modern Brewery 5231 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO Morgan Street Brewery 721 N. 2nd St., St. Louis, MO Narrow Gauge Brewing Co. 1595 U.S. 67, Florissant, MO O’Fallon Brewery 45 Progress Pkwy, Maryland Heights, MO Perennial Artisan Ales 8125 Michigan Ave., St. Louis, MO Rockwell Beer Company 1320 S. Vandeventer Ave., St. Louis, MO Side Project Brewing 7458 Manchester Ave., Maplewood, MO Six Mile Bridge Beer 11841 Dorsett Rd., Maryland Heights, MO Square One Brewery and Distillery 1727 Park Ave., St. Louis, MO Steampunk Brew Works 231 Lamp & Lantern Village, Town and Country, MO

Schlafly Bottleworks 7260 Southwest Ave., St. Louis, MO Schlafly Tap Room 2100 Locust St., St. Louis, MO Third Wheel Brewing 4008 N. Service Rd., St. Peters, MO Trailhead Brewing Co. 921 S. Riverside Dr., St. Charles, MO Two Plumbers Brewery + Arcade 2236 First Capitol Dr., St. Charles, MO Urban Chestnut – The U.R.B. 4501 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO Urban Chestnut – Midwtown 3229 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO Urban Chestnut – The Grove 4465 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO William K. Busch Brewing Co. 80847 Litzsinger Rd., St. Louis, MO

ILLINOIS 4202 Main St. Brewing Co. 4204 W. Main St., Belleville, IL Excel Brewing Company 488 S. Broadway, Breese, IL Old Bakery Beer Co. 400 Broadway Connector, Alton, IL Peel Breweing Co. 104 S. Cherry St., O’Fallon, IL

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PAMPERED PETS

Your pets are just as much a part of your family as your spouse or children; so don’t forget about finding the right place for grooming, boarding or playtime. The St. Louis area boasts a wide variety of acclaimed establishments depending on your needs. Drop the pup off for an afternoon play session at a day care or schedule a grooming session for your kitty.

Finding a trusted boarding facility for your pet will take the stress and anxiety out of traveling and leaving your furry friend at home.

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Bow-Wow Unlimited G 5322 Macklind Ave., St. Louis, 63109 314-351-4411 Burnbrae Kennels B 1330 Hanna Rd., Ballwin, 63021 636-225-5524 Canine Center G 9850 Manchester Rd., St. Louis, 63119 314-962-7916 Canine Cottage G 17516 Chesterfield Airport Rd., Chesterfield, 63005 636-536-0244 Country Acres Resort G B DC 739 Weidman Rd, Manchester, MO 63011 636-227-1919

A Walk in the Park G 5210 Chippewa St., St. Louis, 63109 314-875-0087

Country Lane Kennels G B DC 4112 Towers Rd, St Charles, MO 63304 636-447-4488

Bandanas & Bows Grooming G 805 Runny Meade Est., O’Fallon, 63366 636-281-2697

Dogtowne Dog Grooming G 1138 Tamm Ave., St. Louis, 63139 314-645-7008

Baronwood Boarding G B 17220 New Halls Ferry Rd., Florissant, 63034 314-838-2021

Flying Fur Grooming Salon G 3892 Wyoming St., St. Louis, 63116 314-922-1509

Bauserhaus G B DC 2818 Breckenridge Industrial Ct., St. Louis, 63144 314-961-3911

Four Muddy Paws G 1711 Park Ave., St. Louis, 63104 314-773-7297

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Happy Tails G B DC 2920 North Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, 63074 314-291-DOGS Kennelwood G B DC Visit kennelwood.com for location nearest you.

Lola & Penelope’s G Clayton Location 7742 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 63105 314-863-5652 Town & Country Location 13424 Clayton Rd., Town & Country, 63131 314-786-5020 No Leash Needed B DC Visit noleashneeded.com for locations nearest you.

Pet Supplies Plus G Warson Woods Location 9995 Manchester Rd., Warson Woods, 63122 314-822-5173 Ballwin Location 15311 Manchester Rd., Ballwin, MO 63011 636-686-7181 Petco G Visit petco.com for location nearest you.

Petropolis G B DC 16830 Chesterfield Airport Rd., Chesterfield, 63005 636-452-0013

G Serenity Pet Spa 12328 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur, 63141 314-569-5999

Shaker’s Dog Wash G 9833 Manchester Rd., St. Louis, 63119 314-961-7200 G B DC Silver Maple Farm 2014 N Ballas Rd., Des Peres, 63131 314-471-0617

St. Louis Muttropolitan G 5280 Fyler Ave., St. Louis, 63139 314-647-7911

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G B DC Petsmart Visit petsmart.com for location nearest you.

B DC Watering Bowl South County Location 7409 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, 63125 314-892-8779 Brentwood Location 2615 S. Hanley Rd., St. Louis, 63144 314-647-3647 Dog Grove Location 5215 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, 63110 314-328-2505

Pleasant Valley Kennels B 2612 Old Dougherty Ferry Rd., Kirkwood, 63122 314-822-1000

Williamsburg Pet Hotel & Suites G 13998 Manchester Rd., Ballwin, 63011 636-227-5764

Puppingham Palace G B DC 16540 Manchester Rd., Wildwood, 63040 636-273-1115

Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare & Grooming 10390 Watson Rd., St. Louis, 63127 G B DC 314-821-8500

Pets & Company G B DC 17701 Edison Avenue, #104, Chesterfield, 63005 636-530-7387 Pets in the City G 1919 South Grand Blvd., St. Louis, 63104 314-772-7387

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MOVING with pets To make the transition between residences easy for you and your pets, check out these helpful tips from tripswithpets.com.

BEFORE THE MOVE: Become familiar with leash laws, pet ordinances and pet licensing requirements with the state or county you are moving to.

• If you are renting, carefully review the lease to ensure that pets are allowed before you move in.

• Secure a new vet and have records transferred in advance of your move. Talk to your current veterinarian for referrals or research vets in your new area online.

• Get your pet a new identification tag that includes your pet’s name, your name, new address and phone number.

• Have a plan for how you are going to properly restrain your pet in your vehicle.

• If your move requires an overnight stay to reach your destination, plan ahead for overnight accommodations that are pet friendly.

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MOVING DAY:

• Keep your pet secure. Place your pet in a designated safe place where he/she won’t accidentally escape as people are coming in and out of the house.

• Check on your pet frequently and try to maintain a regular feeding, walking and bathroom schedule.

YOUR NEW HOME: Prepare your new home. Have all of your pet’s necessities and essentials ready for them on day one so they feel comfortable in their new settings.

• Keep them leashed when not in the house or yard until they are familiarized with the new surroundings.

• Secure pets during move-in. Just as you did on the day you moved out, keep your pet in a safe and quiet place to ensure they don’t accidentally escape.

• Have a recent photo of your pet in the unfortunate event that they do run off during the move.

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DOG PARKS

St. Louis is a dog-friendly city. With dog parks dotting the landscape, along with the happy dog owners who frequent them, St. Louis provides a safe and happy community where your four-legged friend can make some friends of its own. The parks have benches for you and open areas for the dogs to run free. Some of them even have doggy playgrounds.

The parks vary between fenced or not, private or public and fees or free.

St. Charles County.

Chesterfield Dog Park (at Eberwein Park) 1627 Old Baxter Rd., Chesterfield 636-537-4000 Fenced, $30 residents only

Benton Park West Dog Park 3300 Nebraska Ave. and Utah St. St. Louis bpwdogpark@gmail.com Private, $35 1st dog; $15/additional dog

University City Dog Park (near Pool Heman Park) Vernon Ave. and Pennsylvania Ave., University City 314-862-6767 Fenced, see website for fees

Lucas Park Dog Park 400 N 14th and St. Charles, St. Louis Private, $50 annually

Frenchtown Dog Park (Soulard) Emmet St. and S. 10th St., St. Louis membership@frenchtowndogpark.com, 314-328-5711 Private, $60 first dog; $20 each additional dog Maplewood Dog Park (at Kellogg Park) Rannells Ave and Westpoint Dr., Maplewood 314-645-3600 Private, 1st dog, $20; 2nd dog $5 for residents of Maplewood, Brentwood, Shrewsbury or Richmond Heights or $50 non-resident fee

Shaw Dog Park Cleveland Ave. and Thurman Ave., St. Louis 314-771-3101 Private, $25, residents; $50, non-residents for 1 dog Additional dog extra fee Southwest City Dog Park (at Willmore Park) Jamieson Ave. and Hampton Ave., St. Louis Private, $47, city residents; $62, non-residents $10/additional dog

Central West End Dog Park 4597 Olive, St. Louis Water Tower Dog Park (at Compton Hill Reservoir Park) cwedogpark@gmail.com S Grand Blvd., St. Louis Private, $45; $15, each additional dog info@watertowerdogpark.com Happy Hounds Playground Private, $65, residents $80 non-residents for first dog 2448 Pond Rd. Wildwood $20/$25 each additional dog 314-456-8358 Creve Coeur Dog Park (at Conway Park) $360/year; $420/year 2-3 dogs OIS 12301 Conway Rd., Creve Coeur Mutts on Main Dog Park *Illinois 314-872-2570 509 W. Main Fenced, $30, residents; $80, non-residents 618-346-5200 DuSable Dog Park (at Ed Boles Memorial Park) Fenced, No fees, but dogs must be licensed 2598 N Main St., St. Charles in their county 636-949-3372 Rock Springs Dog Park Fenced E 3rd St. O'Fallon Broemmelsiek Park 618-624-0139 1795 Highway DD, Defiance Fenced 636-949-7535 Off-leash, no additional fees RELOCATING IN SAINT LOUIS 2019

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WALKING/BIKE PATHS

Looking for a place to get active in the fresh air? St. Louis has you covered. Biking, walking and running are fun and easy ways to get exercise and your daily dose of fresh air. The metropolitan area has a plethora of parks and trails featuring beautiful riverfront views, bluffs, woodlands, wetlands and more. Whether you prefer urban, suburban, natural or a combination of all three, there’s a trail for you here.

Arnold City Park Trail 2101 Bradley Beach Road • 2 miles, biking, walking, fishing • Views of the Meramec River Big Sugar Creek Trail Cuivre River State Park, Troy, MO • 3.25 miles, walking, camping • Clear water springs, bluff views Creve Coeur Lake Trail 2143 Creve Coeur Mill Road • 5.50 miles, biking, walking • Creve Coeur Lake and surrounding woods Forest Park trail system Forest Park, 5595 Grand Dr. • 6 mile perimeter, countless combinations of inner trails • Biking, running, walking • St. Louis Art Museum, History Museum, Zoo, Kennedy Forest, Turtle Park, Jewel Box, Muny Grant’s Trail 4398 Hoffmeister Avenue in Lemay to Leffingwell Avenue in Kirkwood • 8 miles, biking, running, walking • Wetlands, Grant’s Farm and White Haven Hamilton-Carr Greenway Woods Road in Rockwoods Reservation • 1.5 miles, biking, walking • Rockwoods Reservation, caves, rock formations Hawk Ridge Trail Edgar M. Queeny Park, accessible from Mason Road and Weidman • Road entrances • 4.1 miles, biking, walking • Meadows, ponds, woodlands

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Hickory Ridge Trail Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center 11715 Cragwold Road • 1.7 miles, walking • Forests, wild life

River Des Peres Greenway Trail Between Gravois and Morganford along the River Des Peres • 9.6 miles, biking, walking • Carondelet Park, two pedestrian bridges

Hickory Trail 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road • 0.5 miles, walking • World Bird Sanctuary

Riverwoods Trail End of St. Charles Rock Road, west of the Earth City levee • 1.7 miles, biking, walking, running • Missouri River, historic St. Charles

Katy Trail State Park Machens to Clinton • 240 miles, biking, running, walking • There are six trailheads in St. Charles County. The St. Charles to Augusta leg of the trail is popular.

Laumeier Sculpture Park 12580 Rott Road • 1.4 miles, walking • Outdoor sculptures Meramec Greenway Trail Lower Meramec Park, Fenton • Meramec Greenway, Unger Park, Greentree and Simpson parks, Castlewood State Park, Castlewood and Sherman Beach parks, Castle wood and Glencoe, and Route 66 State Park • 13 miles, biking, walking, fishing Monarch Chesterfield Levee Trail 17925 N Outer 40 Road • 10 miles, biking • Missouri River Old Chain of Rocks Bridge Trail Riverview Drive South just off Interstate 270 • 1 mile, biking, walking, bird watching, wheelchair accessible • Old Chain of Rocks Bridge, Mississippi River, bald eagles

St. Louis Riverfront Trail Intersection of Lewis and Biddle streets • 12.2 miles, biking, walking, running • Mississippi River, Gateway Arch, downtown • St. Louis, Old Chain of Rocks Bridge St. Vincent Greenway Trail St. Vincent Park, Marlin Drive to St. Charles Rock Rd. • 5.5 miles, biking, walking • UMSL campus, St. Vincent Park woodlands Sunset Greenway Trail Sunset Park Drive • 3.9 miles, biking, walking • Old Town Florissant, Missouri River, Coldwater Creek Truman Park - St. Stanislaus Trail 7029 Howdershell Road, north end of Truman Park • 0.60 miles, biking, walking, fishing • Truman Park's lake, Aubuchon Creek Lewis and Clark Trail Highway 94, 3 miles south of Highway 40 • 8.2 miles, walking • Missouri River, bluff views

KIRKWOOD FARMERS MARKET

www.downtownkirkwood.com 150 East Argonne Dr. Open: April 15 through Sept. 30 Saturdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays, vary depending on vendor

WILDWOOD FARMERS MARKET

www.cityofwildwood.com/180/Farmers-Market 221 Plaza Dr, Grover Open: April through Oct Hours: Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m.

SCHLAFLY FARMERS MARKET

www.schlaflyfarmersmarket.com 7260 Southwest Ave., Schlafly Bottleworks Open: Late March through October Hours: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

FARMERS MARKET

TOWER GROVE FARMERS MARKET

www.tgmarket.org 4256 Magnolia Ave. in Tower Grove Park Open: Mid-April through Nov. Hours: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

ALTON FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles

www.altonmainstreet.org/farmers-market Corner of Landmarks Blvd. and Henry St. Open: May through October Hours: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m.

St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles has compiled a list of our top markets to visit. Tear out this handy resource and pull it out before your next trip to the market. You will find information on locations, hours and contact.

LAKE SAINT LOUIS FARMERS & ARTISTS MARKET

TOP MARKETS

BOULEVARD FARMERS MARKET

www.goshenmarket.org Across from the Galleria Open: May through Nov Hours: Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

SOULARD FARMERS MARKET

www.soulardmarket.com 730 Carroll St. (At Seventh St.) Open: Year round Hours: Wednesdays- Thursdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Fridays, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

www.lakestlouisfarmersandartistsmarket.com The Meadows Shopping Center, Highway 40 and Lake Saint Louis Blvd.

Open: April 1 - Nov. 4 Hours: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon

WASHINGTON FARMERS MARKET

www.washmomarket.com 317 West Main St., Washington, MO Open: April through October Hours: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

LAND OF GOSHEN COMMUNITY MARKET

(Edwardsville) 618-307-6045 www.goshenmarket.org Next to the Courthouse on St. Louis Street and N. Main Open: May through Oct. Hours: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon

MIDWEST FARMERS MARKET

www2.midwestfarmersmarkets.org 6655 Delmar Blvd., U City Open: April through Nov. Hours: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

**Dates and times are subject to change RELOCATING IN SAINT LOUIS 2019

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Top-Notch Hospitals Whether a bump, scratch, fracture or disease, St. Louis has a hospital that will give you the care you need. Take a look at these top hospitals in the St. Louis area to find that one that will best help the needs of you and your family.

Barnes Jewish Hospital 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plaza St. Louis, MO 63110 #1 ranked Hospital in St. Louis #1 ranked Hospital in Missouri #12 ranked on National Honor Roll

Missouri Baptist Medical Center 3015 N Ballas Rd St. Louis, MO 63131 #2 ranked Hospital in St. Louis #3 ranked Hospital in Missouri #1 ranked Maternity Ward in Missouri

Specialties: Trauma, cancer, urology and orthopedics

Specialites: Heart attacks, heart surgeries and maternity

314-747-3000

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St. Louis Children’s Hospital, Washington University One Children's Place St. Louis, MO 63110 #1 Children’s Hospital in St. Louis 10 Nationally Ranked Specialties Specialities: Pediatric surgery, cancers and orthopedics 314-454-6000

Opposite page: Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Photography courtesy of Barnes-Jewish.

This page top left: Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Photography by Douglas Garfield.

Top right and bottom left: St. Louis Children's Hospital.

Photography courtesy of St. Louis Children's Hospital.

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, St. Louis University 1465 S Grand Blvd St. Louis, MO 63104 #1 ranked Pediatric Cardiology in Missouri #1 ranked Pediatric Heart Procedures in Missouri Specialties: Cardiology and heart procedures 314-577-5600 RELOCATING IN SAINT LOUIS 2019

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