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IN THE KNOW COVER STORY – Haven of Grace
TOWN TALK 〉〉 8 TALK OF THE TOWNS 10 THE INSIDER PATTY UNLEASHED 11 BACK TALK 13 PARENT TRAP – Kindness 16 STUDENT STANDOUTS
CHARITY & CULTURE 〉〉 SAVE THE DATE 19 GIVING BACK – Continuity 22 SNAPPED! Friends of Kids with Cancer 23 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis
LEISURE & LIFESTYLE 〉〉 24 OFF THE CUFF WITH CLAIBORNE – Paul Chickey 25 QUICK BITES 26 MARK YOUR CALENDAR TOWN TALK
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RESOLUTIONS 28 COVER STORY – Friendship Village Senior Living 29 HEALTH FLASH 30 HEALTH – A Better 2024 and Beyond
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on the cover » THE HAVEN OF GRACE PROVIDES HOMELESS EXPECTANT MOTHERS A PLACE TO LIVE, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND LONG-TERM SUPPORT TO BREAK THE CHAIN OF GENERATIONAL POVERTY. ITS A MOMENTOUS LUNCHEON IS MAY 8 AT THE MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB. PICTURED ON THE COVER: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PATRICIA BOSMAN, HONORARY EVENT CHAIRS LESA AND ROBERT STEWARD. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.621.6507 OR VISIT HAVENOFGRACESTL.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STEILER COVER PHOTO BY TIM PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY
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By Dick Smothers I love 20 Minutes to Fitness. Here’s why. I get special joy from the fact that I’ve done something for myself that I know helped me become a stronger, more fit, 80-plus-year-old. I first came to 20 Minutes to Fitness in 2008, and it was like nothing I had ever experienced in my life. I had been around gyms for many years, and was quite aware of all sorts of workout philosophies, but never this one. In and out in about 20 minutes once a week? This I had to see. I saw it and came back for more. I once embarked on an extended road trip in my RV that took me to the West Coast and points in between, and I couldn’t keep up my workout program. I didn’t pick it up again until the following year. I knew that I had lost some muscle mass and was curious to see how soon I could get it back. I was amazed! With every session I got stronger, which made my life easier and more enjoyable. I like to talk while I’m working out. But that’s just how I do it. It’s not mandatory to be a motor mouth. I’d ask my trainer, an excellent coach, things like, “Did you add weight? How much? How much time did I do last time? How much time have I done so far? Is that all? You’re kidding, I don’t think I can do anymore!” She’d say, “Yes you can, try one more.” So I’d do one more, and it is not easy, but quite often I’d find enough strength to do another one after that. That’s what it’s all about. That’s the genius of this program. You exhaust your muscle groups with a high weight for your ability and a low number of slow repetitions, once a week. You don’t have to do three sets of ten, two to three times a week at the gym. This is a medically based, scientifically proven training program performed on specialized equipment with extremely knowledgeable coaches in a non-gym environment. Over the years, I have biked, swam, danced, meditated, taken naps and more. I live with a great sense of gratitude of the blessings God has given me. I don’t take anything for granted, including my muscles. About the author: Now living in Sarasota, Dick Smothers is best known for being the younger half of the musical comedy team the Smothers Brothers. He began training at 20 Minutes to Fitness in Sarasota in 2008.
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IN THE by stephanie wallace THE FACES BEHIND THE SCENE
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Congratulations to Creve Coeur resident Samantha Brainerd! She was named Mrs. Missouri for Petite USA. This summer, she’ll compete in the national pageant in Chicago.
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photographer COLIN MILLER
the velvet hammer JOAN BERKMAN
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get ignited BETH CHESTERTON
photographer SUZY GORMAN
off the cuff MIKE CLAIBORNE
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ranken jordan pediatric bridge hospital
The hospital’s young patients received a special visit from Santa last month! The annual holiday event is sponsored by the Maryland Heights police and fire departments, who raised money to ensure every child could receive a gift from their wish list.
patty unleashed PATTY HANNUM
SALES sr. account exec WENDY JABLONOW
parent trap DR. TIM JORDAN sr. account exec JANIE SUMNER my messy mom life KATELYN MEYER
driven BOB PASTER
cancer support community of greater st. louis
The nonprofit hosted its annual Hope After Dark fundraising event, which raised more than $400,000. The money will help provide free programming and support to anyone impacted by cancer in the St. Louis region.
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candid LAURA K. SAWYIER fashion editor CHRISSIE WOJCIECHOWSKI
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To celebrate Chanukah, the organization lit up the night with its annual Menorah car parade. More than 80 cars participated, and the event culminated in the lighting of a nine-foot menorah and a 75-foot chocolate gelt drop.
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THE HAVEN OF GRACE
by stephanie wallace GROWING UP HAS UPS AND DOWNS FOR EVERYONE, but if you add housing
insecurity into the equation, facing the challenges of youth can feel next to impossible. “We know that children who grow up in a shelter environment struggle more at school, with their health and in other important areas,” says Patricia Bosman, executive director of The Haven of Grace. The nonprofit is dedicated to helping young pregnant women who are facing homelessness and their children find security and independence. Founded by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Laude, it offers shelter and other critical services to young families so they can enjoy promising futures. “In Missouri, the incidence of both infant and maternal mortality rates have increased—that impacts the population we serve almost doubly,” Bosman notes. “Imagine facing the odds of being unhoused, uneducated and unemployed at the same time.” The Haven of Grace’s maternity shelter provides services for one year to women with children under the age of 5, and transitional housing offers support for two additional years. Along with housing, families receive assistance with financial literacy, behavioral and therapeutic counseling, education and employment readiness, and the Aftercare Program works with the family for up to 10 years to avoid homelessness reoccurrence. While The Haven of Grace is dedicated to helping unhoused pregnant people today, their goal is to disrupt the cycle of generational poverty so that their children can look forward to a brighter future. “Our focus is on changing the lives of the entire family,” Bosman says. “We take a holistic approach. While that does mean extensive case management support for mothers, it also means providing early educational opportunities for children as well as services such as art and play therapy. We’re helping moms care for their children in unprecedented ways so they can make it to adulthood happy and thriving.”
ROBERT AND LESA STEWARD, PATRICIA BOSMAN
The Haven of Grace serves around 150 women and children annually and has impacted thousands of lives over the years by providing shelter and other resources necessary to reach self sufficiency. To make its mission possible, the nonprofit relies on grants and donations. Its largest annual fundraiser is A MOMentous Luncheon. “The needs of any shelter are great,” Bosman notes. “The luncheon is our biggest opportunity to reach the community and share what we are doing. Last year, we had more than 400 people attend, and we hope to have as many this year. We are so grateful for the level of support St. Louis has shown us.” This year’s Momentous Luncheon is May 8 at the Missouri Athletic Club and will be a celebration of motherhood. “Children are an inheritance from the Lord, and we are honored to be entrusted with these little ones,” honorary event chairs Lesa and Robert Steward say. “We will continue to support and work alongside The Haven of Grace as they empower young women in reaching stability and independence for their young families. Because of The Haven of Grace, the chain of homelessness and poverty is being broken for generations to come, and we’re grateful to have played a part.” &
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Cable-TV journalist Joy-Ann Reid, host of MSNBC’s The ReidOut, is slated to share the legacy of civil rights icons Medgar and Myrlie Evers. Reid will discuss her book, Medgar & Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America, on Feb. 10 at Ladue Performing Arts Center. When Medgar Evers became the field secretary for the Mississippi branch of the NAACP, his wife Myrlie served as his secretary and confidante. On June 12, 1963, Medgar Evers became the highest-profile victim of a KKK-related assassination. In the wake of his murder, Myrlie carried on their legacy and became a leader in her own right. In her unique account of two heroes of the civil-rights movement, Reid explores the groundwork that went into winning basic rights for Black Americans. The theme for the County Library’s 2024 Black History Celebration is “African-American Arts: Inspiring, Impacting and Influencing Every Generation.” The library’s event with Reid is the 2024 Frankie Freeman Inspirational Lecture, named in honor of legendary St. Louis civil rights attorney Frankie Freeman. Tickets for the 7 p.m. event can be purchased through eventbrite.com. Seating will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis at the arts center.
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Al Hopkins of the U. City Forestry Division is adept with a chainsaw. He carved a bench at the North McKnight entrance to the Ruth Park Woods nature trail to replace the weathered sign that had been there for years. Hopkins, who started with U. City in 1995 as a tree trimmer and is now crew leader, wanted to create something unique—not to mention practical—to replace what was there. He also does chainsaw carving in his free time. The view from the spot has changed substantially over the past few years: After construction workers moved mountains of earth, a strip center without much more than an urgent care and a Vietnamese bistro has given way to a larger, multifarious shopping center that so far includes at least four restaurants and a bank. Today, one can see a subdivision entrance to the south and the drive-thru for the Raising Cane’s fried-chicken joint to the north. Along with the extra traffic, it’s enough to make you want to grab some lunch and take a walk in the woods, or vice versa. We’d heartily recommend either approach. Cane’s has become a very guilty pleasure.
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St. Louis-based radio and TV personality Randi Naughton has kicked off 2024 by launching her own podcast, More to Say with Randi Naughton: Interesting Conversations with Interesting People. It will feature a mix of guests from the world of entertainment, sports, literature, philanthropy and health and wellness. Produced by SPOT Content Studios in St. Louis, new weekly episodes of More to Say can be found wherever you get your podcasts. The first roster of guests: world-renowned sports broadcaster Bob Costas; New York Times best-selling author and health and fitness guru Dr. Ian Smith; original MTV veejay and current host of Sirius Radio’s “80s on 8,” Alan Hunter; and two-time Tony Award-winning actor/musician Norbert Leo Butz. “I’ve honed my skills to make it a more casual, easy conversation, rather than an interview,” says Naughton. “I feel like I can talk to anyone. I was always limited to short interview times on TV… three minutes or less. This gives me a chance to do a deep dive in conversation with my guests and let it breathe.” Naughton began her broadcast career in the early 1980s in Buffalo, N.Y., working in local radio and TV news. After moving to St. Louis, she worked as a sports reporter/anchor for much of the 1990s, before moving to the morning anchor desk at FOX-2 News (KTVI-TV) where she spent 30 years delivering the topics of the day. She has interviewed countless celebrities, sports figures, authors, world leaders and change makers. Naughton stepped away from the anchor desk in July 2022 and continues to run her own voiceover and narration business with clients worldwide. For sponsorship opportunities or to suggest an interesting guest idea, visit randinaughton.com.
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LAST ISSUE’S Q&A How did TV actress Lori Laughlin pay the piper, and for what? Lori Laughlin and her husband—fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli —were accused of paying $500,000 in bribes so their daughters could be USC crew recruits, in which the girls had no aptitude or interest. The Full House and Hallmark Channel star pleaded guilty, served two months in prison, paid a $150,000 fine, completed 100 hours of community service and had a two-year supervised release after leaving prison in 2020. Although she’s been exiled from the Hallmark Channel, Loughlin is back on TV.
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the sheldon He probably doesn’t have to worry about being recognized at the grocery store, unless someone in the checkout line can identify him by his distinctive voice. That’s because not as many people who’ve listened to the “U-Man,” John Ulett, on KSHE-95 have ever seen his face, unless he’s on a ‘remote’—a broadcast accompanied by one of the Real Rock Radio vans out in the field. Ulett has been with the Lou’s legendary rock station since Ron Stevens hired him in 1976, when the U-Man was but 19. (He wasn’t called that then; broadcast legend J.C. Corcoran blessed him with the moniker in 1984). Ulett and Stevens will appear at the Sheldon on Feb. 29 for some conversation and plenty of hilarity. “This is Ron’s idea,” says Ulett. “It’s a trend he’s starting to see … conversational shows. For some reason I’m the first subject.” Ulett rolls his eyes. “It’s not gonna be just two old guys sitting and talking. There’ll be shock and awe!” In a career spanning nearly 50 years, starting in the era of free-form radio when jocks could select what songs they were going to play, peppered with clever patter, many things were left unsaid. The U-Man pointed out, “There’s a lot of reasons some things are never talked about.” More often than not, that has to do with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). There’s big trouble if a broadcaster uses one of comedian George Carlin’s seven dirty words on the air (there’s even a Wikipedia article on the topic). Although Ulett and host Stevens probably aren’t itching to utter any of those particular words at the Sheldon just because they never could on the air, Ulett isn’t entirely sure what curveballs his former boss may throw at him on stage. But he’s game. “I suspect he’ll bring up two things that are really embarrassing.” That’s OK, said Ulett, declining to share what those stories might entail. “Life, Death & Other Scary Things” is the evening’s official title. Show time is 7:30 p.m. Stevens has produced radio comedy features for years, often featuring his wife: In fact, the evening will open with the very funny Joy “In The Morning” Grdnic and her wacky slide presentation. The duo, as Stevens & Grdnic, recorded a skit/song about fast food that was included on a Dr. Demento record and recorded two Grammy-nominated comedy albums. So, guests should expect the unexpected. For a modest extra charge, ticket-holders can attend an after party meet-and-greet with Ulett and other VIPs. Generations of music and sports fans grew up with the U-Man, who graduated in 1975 from Bishop DuBourg. “It was a dream to play in my hometown!” And music sustains him, he says. “It calms me, it excites me, it medicates me,” he says. Whether on their way to work or just goofing off, diehard rockers heard him every morning, and for years he was the radio voice of every St. Louis Cardinals home game. As a kid, you may have even laughed with ‘Professor U-Man’ when “Cardinals Kids” aired on Saturday mornings. From the world of rock music, local media personalities and sports stars, Ulett’s many friends are more than eager to roast him for this one night. For tickets, visit metrotix.com; for more information, visit thesheldon.org or kshe95.com.
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Start 2024 off by getting outside and enjoying nature. The Shaw Nature Reserve’s Hiking Club is issuing a 40-hike challenge. All are welcome to join the club and the challenge, which offers hikers the flexibility to choose their own routes. Participants who log 40 hikes will receive a custom patch.
ZOO NEWS
GOING TO THE DOGS
The Foundry Art Centre in St. Charles is celebrating our furry friends with a new exhibit. Wag! features dog-friendly artwork, portraits of pups at St. Charles Animal Shelter, art activities for pets and their human companions, and a special display of bowls created by regional artists, which are available for purchase with the proceeds benefiting the shelter. You and your four-legged friend can check it out through March 23.
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The Saint Louis Zoo welcomed several bundles of joy recently. Amur tigers Reka and Maxim had three cubs—the first successful tiger births at the zoo in more than 10 years. The Jungle of Apes also received a new resident as Sumatran orangutan Rubih gave birth to her first baby.
Avid readers and collectors won’t want to miss The J’s Winter Used Book Sale. From Jan. 28 to Feb. 1, patrons can browse thousands of titles as well as miscellaneous audiobooks, DVDs and collectables. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT JCCSTL.COM/PROGRAMS/USED-BOOK-SALE.
Nine local historically Black fraternities and sororities competed to give back to the United Way of Greater St. Louis through the Charmaine Chapman Society’s Divine 9 challenge. With more than $385,000 raised overall, the winners were Delta Sigma Theta and Alpha Phi Alpha, bringing in $154,940 and $104,610, respectively.
by patty hannum
WELCOME TO 2024! Traditionally with the
new year, I outline what my resolutions are and then report back to you how I did. Not this year. I have decided to make it a new tradition: not to have any. I’m almost 64 years old, and I finally figured out my New Year’s resolutions are just a projection of what I think I should be doing, not what actually happens A few details to clean up from 2023. For regular readers, you will recognize some of these topics. First, I was gobsmacked that Gerry from The Golden Bachelor picked Theresa! The one and only woman I encouraged him not to pick. But alas, Gerry does not read my column. A televised wedding will happen this month, and I swear I won’t watch it—but I know I will. I really hope they have an interactive feature where I can object at the appropriate time. No more Bachelor for me. I cannot take the pain of total strangers not telepathically receiving my messages and not doing what I want them to do! I do wish the happy
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couple well, but I just do not think … I’m not going to finish that sentence. Second, thank you to all the readers who sent me comments and suggestions for topics to be covered in the column. I really do listen to your advice (unlike Gerry). Last year, I was able to highlight some interesting nonprofits and businesses—if you are locally owned, I would love to talk about you! Third, I would like to publicly admit that when I declared 2023 a ‘year of yes,’ I meant it! But life got in the way, and I was not able to try all of the suggestions readers sent. I apologize and promise that this year I will do better. Fourth, I would like to thank my family and friends that provide much of the material I write about. Without them, there would be no column or funny stories. They are a group of funny dysfunctional people and never give me a hard time about divulging their secrets. Though to be honest, my husband, sister and sister-in-law are
probably the only ones who read my column. With as large as the Fitzgerald Clan is —just counting those old enough to read—I could likely double my readership if they did. Fifth, a big thank you to my editor and publisher. My editor catches all of my grammar mistakes and saves me from embarrassment. Trust me when I say the copy I turn in is far from perfect, but by the time you read it, Stephanie has made sure I sound literate. The publisher of Town&Style is the person that makes sure every other week, I arrive in your mailbox. Lauren keeps the lights on and provides me an opportunity to voice my opinions. Well, at least most of my opinions. Thank you for saving me from myself and giving me a job. And finally, my peeps, you the readers. I love making you chuckle. That is the point of all this. I hope all of your wishes for 2024 come true, and I’m looking forward to even more chances to tell you what is on my mind.
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It has been nearly seven years since the last BackTalk column was published. It was a sad day when Raschelle Burton picked up and moved to Boston for her career and left Patty Hannum on her own with no one to make snarky comments to. Somehow though, they both survived—and gained even more wisdom to answer all those pesky questions you have regarding etiquette, doing the right thing and living your best life. So, we brought them back! Patty took the time to find out what is going on with Raschelle while we wait for you to send in all of your questions. PATTY: So, how is Beantown or wherever you live that is no longer a two-minute car ride to my house? Tell us how much you have missed St. Louis. RASCHELLE: First of all, we don’t call it Beantown. And I only tell you this so you don’t get made fun of when you visit. Regardless, it has been a wonderful adventure. There’s no place better than the Northeastern corner of this country. We have it all here, ocean, mountains, history and super smart (or should I say ‘wicked smaht’) people. We also have a lot of traffic, snow and impatience. I love it all! There’s a lot to miss about St. Louis: the pace, the friends, always knowing where everyone went to high school. I’ll always be grateful for our family’s time there. PATTY: I’m ready to dispense useless and needless advice to our
readers. I’ve grown up a lot. I am a grandmother of two and both my kids live on their own. What’s new with you? RASCHELLE: My girls are grown. One moved to Arizona, and the other is closer to home. I’m not a grandmother; I’m much too young. I’m still working but differently these days. Boston is a very old and wise city—she’s seen a lot since the famous Tea Party—so, yes, I feel like I am wiser just by living here. And naturally, I have more advice to give.
PATTY: Do you think your views on issues have changed much? I mean the only way this works is if we disagree about certain topics. I know I am always in a state of annoyance, but are you disagreeable enough to make this work?
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RASCHELLE: Ummm … no disrespect to my fellow Massholes, but I’ve lived here for seven years now. Yeah, I think I can make this work.
PATTY: We all know the reason I wanted to do this column is so I can become famous. Not just St. Louis famous but across the country. I want to be on the cover of Time magazine. So, what do you think? Can you make me famous or at least someone who has a podcast with a million followers? Yes, I think we should do a podcast too. RASCHELLE: I’m in this for our readers, but if I can help you achieve fame, you know I will. I feel certain I can help you become TikTok famous at least. PATTY: So, all we need are questions from our dear readers. I hope they won’t let us down even though we disappeared for a while. RASCHELLE: Yes, I want to know what’s sticking in people’s craw, making their blood boil or giving them second-hand embarrassment. I hope they send us their thorniest, trickiest life questions—always happy to help. So, now is your chance. What’s been bugging you? Do you just neeed a ref to agree with you on a certain topic? Email phannum@townandstyle.com with all of your questions. They’ll be waiting.
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WITH ALL OF THE VIOLENCE AND CHAOS in the world, I think of the words of Mr. Rogers:
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’ To this day, especially in times of disaster, I remember my mother’s words, and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers—so many caring people in this world.” I’d like to add onto this timeless wisdom by encouraging you to look for acts of kindness that can sometimes be missed in the daily hustle and bustle. I’m reminded of an insightful story. Two men were walking in New York City, one a native New Yorker and the other a visiting farmer from Kansas. Suddenly the farmer stopped and said he heard a cricket. His friend said he was nuts, there were no crickets around NYC, plus you’d never hear one with all of the racket. The farmer walked over to a planter and found the cricket. His friend couldn’t believe it. “What great ears you must have.” The farmer corrected his friend, “No, it’s just a matter of what you’ve been conditioned to listen for. I’ll show you.” He pulled a handful of coins from his pocket and dropped them on the sidewalk. As if on signal, every head on the block turned. “You see, you hear what you want to hear. It’s a matter of what you’re listening for.” The same goes for what we notice. Let me share a couple of heartwarming stories to inspire you to notice the kindness around you. A young girl brought her birthday money to a toy store. She immediately fell in love with a magnificant doll that she could afford. She noticed a boy her age looking at a video game. The clerk said he didn’t have enough money, and he reluctantly returned it to the shelf. The girl looked at the doll and then the boy, making a decision. She took the doll back and brought the video game to the clerk. After paying for it, she whispered something to the cashier who stuck it under the counter. When the boy begrudgingly brought a coloring book to the register, the clerk told him he had won the store’s daily attendance prize and handed him the video game. The kid was ecstatic and danced out of the store. The little girl’s dad asked her why she had done it, and her response was amazing. “Grandma and grandpa told me to buy something that would make me happy, and that was it.” The following is a true story and one of my favorites for demonstrating the kindness of children. Ten runners lined up at the starting blocks to run the 100-yard dash at a Special Olympics event. All were motivated to run the race, finish and win. The gun sounded, and they all started running except for one little girl who tripped on the blocks, fell over and skinned her knee. All nine of the other runners noticed this, stopped and walked back to her. One boy reached down to help her up, and another girl told her that she’d be OK. Then all 10 kids linked arms and walked across the finish line together. It was reported that the cheering went on for five minutes. Turn off the news and notice the spirit of kindness and generosity around you. It will create a much more uplifting start to 2024.
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Children entering kindergarten through grade seven are invited to join Camp Whitfield for an array of offerings from June through August. Each session, campers will engage in an array of science, creative art and technology topics as well as art, games, sports and leadership activities led by Whitfield faculty members and alumni counselors. 175 S. Mason Road | 314.434.5141 whitfieldschool.org/summer-programs
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Summer begins here June 10! Forsyth Summer Discovery provides a balance of structure and age-appropriate freedom, offering children age 3 through grade seven a largely unplugged experience with a neighborhood feel. Add-on programs include extended day; additional fees apply. 6235 Wydown Blvd. | 314.726.4542 forsythschool.org/summer-discovery
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Join us for a summer of adventure, friendship, skill-building and fun at Principia! We offer activities for lower school-aged children through high schoolers on our beautiful 360-acre campus. We offer two unique camps—Principia Adventure and Principia Athletics Camp. Visit our website to learn more.
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STUDENT STANDOUTS by stephanie wallace
JACKSON PRADA OF KIRKWOOD HIGH SCHOOL JACKSON PRADA IS SMASHING HIS WAY TO SUCCESS—well, the actual smashing is virtual for the Kirkwood High senior, who has proven himself an esports champ. He recently took second place at the Missouri Scholastic Esports Federation standard varsity division Super Smash Brothers Ultimate State Playoffs. To reach state, he first tackled the regional competition, taking the top spot there. T&S caught up with Prada to learn more about what drew him to esports competition and his plans for the future. Did you plan on playing video games competitively? No, it wasn’t something I really planned. I started playing when I was around 5 or 6. My older cousins taught me to play Super Smash Bros. on the Gamecube. I started high school at CBC, and there was an esports team, which I joined freshman year. When I transferred to Kirkwood High School as a junior, its esports team was just starting. I knew a few people involved with it, so I joined.
What are your plans for next year? I’m still in the process of looking at and touring universities for next year. One I’m seriously considering is Maryville. It has one of the top esports teams in the country, and I know some of its players. I’m excited about that prospect. I’m still undecided about what I will major in, but I’m leaning towards something related to technology and coding.
What is your favorite part of competing? I’ve always enjoyed competing because I get to hang out with people with similar interests. I don’t really care whether I win or lose. It’s just really fun to be part of a community.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I enjoy participating in Smash Bros. tournaments both online and locally. I also like hiking and fishing. I love getting to go out and see new places. When it comes to sports, soccer is my favorite to both play and watch.
How did it feel to place second at the state championship? It was amazing—one of the best days of my life. Going in, my goal was to get to the top eight, and when I kept advancing, I was happy and excited. I had no expectation of finishing first, so it was gratifying just to make it to the grand finals. I got to meet a lot of new people, and I had a great time.
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CO-FOUNDER KYLE MONTGOMERY
IT’S LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION FOR ST. LOUIS and the whole of Missouri. While the state has been traditionally overlooked for filmmaking, a new tax incentive means many productions may be on the horizon. For 10 years, Continuity has been dedicated to supporting and teaching local creators while building the infrastructure necessary to support the growing local production industry. T&S spoke with co-founder Kyle Montgomery to learn more about the nonprofit and how it’s keeping the StL camera-ready. Why is Missouri overlooked in filmmaking? At one point, there was a tax incentive to film in the state, but that was removed. It became a point of conversation for the local film community. If the incentive came back, more people would have a reason to film here. Through lobbying and advocacy, a new tax incentive was signed into law. Now, the conversation has shifted. The big question is how can we build the infrastructure that allows filmmaking to really thrive here. What is the benefit of bringing more film productions to the region? People don’t usually think about the workforce development aspect. As consumers, we don’t realize all of the moving parts on a film crew. You have people working on a project from pre-production and development all the way through post-production in the editing suit. If you think about the ending credits of a movie, each and every name represents a job. Where did the idea for Continuity come from? I’m from St. Louis originally. After moving back in 2012, my co-founder and I were in post-production on our first documentary. We also were working with a nonprofit that provided programming in St. Louis Public Schools. That’s where the idea for our own nonprofit came from. We looked around St. Louis and realized there was an opportunity to help others who wanted to be in the industry. A lot of times, film isn’t always an option for people. We wanted to expand access and reach untapped talent through mentorship in media production. How does Continuity work to empower creators? We started with a 36-week training program that was essentially a mini film school. Many of our participants are older and didn’t have the chance to pursue filmmaking previously. We work with individuals who are underrepresented in media production, providing a way to build skills and network. Over the last year and a half, we’ve
been transitioning our model. After talking with graduates, we realized there was more they needed to feel empowered to walk onto a working filmset. Our new CREW Workshops cover topics like set basics, pre-production, production and post-production to educate participants on the industry as a whole. Have you seen a shift in local filmmaking since launching Continuity? It’s been exciting to see the work our cohort has done. We’ve had several graduates create documentaries and films inspired by the community. Without our programming, you don’t know if they would have taken that step toward being a filmmaker. It’s an honor to be a partner in their journey and to work toward creating jobs for underrepresented filmmakers. Participating in our Set Basics Workshop automatically registers you as an apprentice with the Missouri Film Office, which allows you to work on sets. The movie On Fire recently came to St. Louis to film, and multiple people were able to get crew positions because of our training.
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Paul Chickey has been playing ‘doctor’ for almost three decades. A staple of the St. Louis music scene, the drummer is one of the founding members of Dr. Zhivegas, the beloved dance rock cover band. From a residency in Las Vegas to sold out local shows to fields in the middle of nowhere, Chickey and the band have played it all. DR. ZHIVEGA S IS ONE OF THE MOST CELEBRATED BANDS IN ST. LOUIS. HOW DID E VERY THING COME TOGE THER ? Dr. Zhivegas star ted when I was in an indie rock band called Ner ve. We did a benefit at Mississippi Nights, per forming disco and funk songs. Our first official gig was Halloween in Soulard in 1995, and it just sor t of took off from there. HAVING BEEN AROUND SINCE THE ’90S, HOW DO YOU KEEP THINGS FRESH FOR THE FANS? What I’ ve noticed over the years is that the playlist that gets the most genuine reaction is our original stock and trade, which was ’70s and ’80s funk and disco. We’ ve cer tainly modernized the set over the years, but people still love it . DOES IT SURPRISE YOU THAT THOSE GENRES CONTINUE TO HOLD UP, E VEN WITH YOUNG PEOPLE? It ’s a testament to a great song. If it can span so many generations, there’s something going on there that ’s almost metaphysical. WHERE ARE SOME OF THE FUN PL ACES TO PL AY IN ST. LOUIS? I always love playing The Pageant and Delmar Hall. There’s great energy. Some of the larger places like Ballpark Village and the Armor y are fun because you can get some big crowds. WHO INSPIRED YOU TO PURSUE MUSIC ? I’m the youngest of six . All of my brothers had a really deep music collection of rock and some blues, and my sister had all the pop and dance records. I would just listen to all of it over and over again. One of my brothers played guitar in a band. They would go outside to take a break , and I would jump on the drumset and star t tapping at it . WHAT ’S THE MOST UNIQUE GIG YOU’ VE E VER PL AYED? You name it , we’ ve played it . We’ ve literally played in the middle of fields with generators that barely worked. I remember one time this lawyer had a wedding for his daughter in a barn on his farm. It ’s the middle of winter, and there’s no heat in the barn, barely any power. It was unbelievable. That ’s a good example of a gig where you’re scratching your head while you’re there. THE FIRST THING YOU DO AF TER A GIG IS … Definitely go for food. I usually don’ t eat before the gig, and when we get off work , it ’s 2 a.m. and ever yone else is asleep. One of the great things about playing a place like Vegas is you can get Thai food at 3 a.m. WHAT ’S THE BEST THING ABOUT BEING A DRUMMER ? The feeling that you’re driving the ship a little bit . There’s a cer tain satisfaction that comes from that . You’re the quar terback and the center all in one. HAVE YOU WORN ANY THING ON STAGE THAT MADE YOU SAY NE VER AGAIN? There was a jump-suit that was made for me. It was a one-piece thing à la Elvis or something. I still have it somewhere, but it didn’ t work out . HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE WHAT YOU DO TO SOMEONE WHO HA S NE VER SEEN DR. ZHIVEGA S? We’re basically a live jukebox . Ever y single song we play is a No. 1 dance hit , but we present it with the energy of a rock show. It ’s the best dance par t y in town.
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history of black fashion
Celebrate Black fashion in St. Louis. As well as a panel of contemporary Black fashion insiders, the event features historical insight into designer Elizabeth Keckly, the annual Ebony Fashion Fair, the Louise Dunn Modeling and Charm School and more.
2/3 & 2/4
2/8 & 2/22
2/16-2/18
Choose your own adventure with this self-guided tasting and pub crawl, exploring the Cajun flavors of Soulard. Each purchase includes one drink voucher and six food vouchers that can be redeemed at any of the participating establishments.
Experience the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Orchid Show after dark! The event includes live music and samples from local breweries, wineries and distilleries.
The Saint Louis Ballet offers three ways to celebrate love with works by George Balanchine, innovative choreographer Brian Enos and the dynamic duo of Gen Horiuchi and composer TOYA.
taste of soulard
Soulard Market Park | $35 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. stlmardigras.org
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See the cultural institutions of St. Louis through the eyes of artist Dominic Chambers. This series of collaborative programs includes storytime at St. Louis Public Library’s Central Library, a self-guided tour at Saint Louis Art Museum and First Friday activities at CAM. Various Locations | Free | 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. 314.535.4660 | camstl.org
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The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and guest conductor Norman Huynh welcome in the Year of the Dragon with a special performance, featuring guest erhu soloist Rulin Olivia Zhang and an appearance by the CECC dragon dance team and the Thunder Drum team.
owlentine & wine
Enjoy a romantic evening of wine, chocolate and owls! Guests can enjoy sweet treats while the keepers show off the World Bird Sanctuary’s owls and meet more feathered friends during a stroll around the sanctuary.
Missouri History Museum Free | 5-8 p.m. 314.746.4599 | mohistory.org
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J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts | $27-$57 7:30 p.m. | 314.534.1700 | slso.org
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The Rep brings Herman Meville’s masterpiece of madness, obsession and bloodlust to the stage. Captain Ahab’s hunt for the great white whale comes to life through an exhilarating acrobatic and theatrical performance. Loretto-Hilton Center | $30-$90 Various showtimes | 314.968.4925 repstl.org
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Presented by The Black Rep, this one-person dramatic comedy centers around an African American man who believes he will receive the power to fly on the night of a special celestial event.
Edison Theatre | $15-$50 | Various showtimes 314.534.3810 | theblackrep.org
Kirkwood Performing Arts Center 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. | 636.537.1998 stlouisballet.org
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Chamber Project St. Louis invites you to visit unimagined places in this special program for voice, harp and strings. Through music, explore legendary mysticism, French Impressionism, Haitian mythology and more.
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by stephanie wallace FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE SENIOR LIVING understands that getting older doesn’t
have to mean slowing down.The senior living community, with locations in Sunset Hills and Chesterfield, has offered high-quality amenities paired with personalized services for more than 40 years. Residents can choose from a wide variety of activities every day—whether their focus is on exercising their minds and bodies or connecting and socializing with their peers. There’s something to spark every interest, keeping residents happy, healthy and engaged. Friendship Village Sunset Hills was recently awarded the 2023 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award, identifying it as one of the top 25 “Best in Wellness” senior living communities in the country. The award is a joint initiative between the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) and NuStep, a prominent manufacturer of recumbent cross-trainers. “The ICAA is dedicated to improving the way people age and helping seniors embrace healthy activity,” wellness coordinator Colleen Pratt notes. “The Beacon Award honors communities that embrace an environment of wellness. At Friendship Village, we have a dedicated focus on keeping residents physically active.” The 2023 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award is not the first time Friendship Village has been recognized for its wellness programming. In 2022, it won the McKnight Excellence in Technology Award for its partnership with VirtuSense Technologies to use balance assessments to reduce falls across the community. “When a resident moves in, we do a balance assessment to pinpoint what their specific needs are,” Pratt notes. “The results determine how we recommend they engage with our wellness programming. They may be cleared to take any class we offer, or it may be determined that they need to work with our therapy department to help them stabilize.” Balance assessments are just one facet of what makes Friendship Village’s wellness programming so personalized. Pratt notes that the community offers a wide selection of classes and activities. “We have everything from basic seated and standing strength classes to just plain fun offerings like line and maraca dance classes,” she says. “Our balance classes
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are important for residents as a simple fall can have life-changing ramifications.” The community offers one-on-one training as well as group classes, or residents can exercise on their own in the gym or at the pool. For those who might enjoy a less structured option, Friendship Village also often does walking challenges to keep people active. Friendship Village is dedicated to empowering every resident on their wellness journey. Pratt notes that the wellness department meets with each individual to determine their best options from both a health and entertainment perspective. “We make fitness fun,” Pratt says. “Residents can play croquet and chair or water volleyball. Our communities also regularly have bocce ball tournaments, and we have a cornhole competition that doubles as a fundraiser. We plan visits to parks and destinations like the Saint Louis Zoo and Westport Social. Our goal is to meet residents where they are so they can continue to enjoy life for as long as possible.” & RE SO LU TIO NS SPEC IAL SECT
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SUPPORT FOR NURSING EDUCATION Saint Louis University is among 20 colleges and universities awarded a portion of $5 million in grant funding from the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The university will use the $99,704 it will receive to invest in technology for the Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing, such as equipping classrooms with wireless projection devices and providing faculty with iPads. “Faculty can use them to annotate, visually link and illustrate concepts, and improve visualization and understanding of content,” professor of nursing Margaret Bultas, Ph.D. “This is especially beneficial as nurse educators renew their focus on competency-based education and development of practice-ready nurses.”
RADIATION THERAPY & HEART FAILURE Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine have found that low-dose radiation therapy may improve function in patients with various forms of heart failure. Previously, the method was used to treat an abnormal heart rhythm called ventricular tachycardia, and these findings indicate that its effectiveness may be more varied than previously understood. “The radiation therapy used to treat ventricular tachycardia is targeted to a specific location in the heart; however, a large portion of the rest of the heart gets a low-dose exposure,” says co-senior author and cardiologist Dr. Ali Javaheri. “There was concern that it could be harmful to overall heart function, even though it treats dangerous arrhythmia. We were surprised to find the opposite: Heart function appeared to be improved after radiation therapy, at least in the short term.”
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HAPPY 2024! For many of us, a new year means new resolutions. Even if you didn’t make any as the clock wound down on Dec. 31, it’s never too late to set some goals for self improvement. As we reach the middle of January, potential setbacks to success have probably already started
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RESOLUTIONS FOR 2024 ❶ EXERCISE MORE. “Many people don’t realize just how important
staying active is, especially as we get older,” Lynn notes. “Exercise has so many important benefits. It lowers risk of diabetes and heart disease, promotes brain health and is the cheapest, most accessible antidepressant available.” She adds that with age, both men and women naturally lose muscle mass and must work more to maintain it, so incorporating physical activity in daily routines is a critical lifestyle change.
➋ EAT HEALTHIER. Lynn recommends also thinking about changes you
can make to your diet, such as limiting processed foods and sugar. “What we do today, including what we eat, determines who we are in 20 years,” she says. “Oftentimes, we don’t think about preventative measures until we’re in our 40s and already noticing changes, such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol.”
➌ LIMIT ALCOHOL. Thanks to recent research, we have a greater
understanding of the negative impact alcohol consumption can have on people’s health, especially women’s. “Limiting your alcohol intake or not drinking at all is one of the ways you can lower your risk for breast cancer,” Lynn explains. “Dry January is a great idea for getting started with making this change.”
➍ PUT YOUR HEALTH FIRST. “For parents and especially moms, work and kids’ commitments can become the priority,” Lynn notes. “It’s so important that people take the time to do what is necessary for their own wellbeing. You’re a better parent when you make healthy choices and take care of yourself.”
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TALK WITH YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER. If your goals for 2024 are related to your health, whether it’s diet, exercise, quitting smoking or something else, Lynn suggests consulting with your health care provider. “It’s important that you work with someone who is taking a holistic look at your lifestyle,” she says. “They can help you incorporate important preventative measures that you can build into good habits that will lead to a long and healthy life.”
TIPS FOR MAKING LASTING CHANGE ❶
START SMALL. You may have started off the year with a lot of big plans, from losing weight and eating your vegetables to volunteering more and using your phone less. According to Lynn, small changes are a better option. This sets you up for success rather than feeling like a failure when you can’t do everything. “If you were not exercising and decided in January that you’re going to start doing so every day, you’re probably going to fail,” she says. “Set a smaller, more attainable goal and build from there. The best way to create new habits is with baby steps.”
➋ BE SPECIFIC. Resolving to be a better person is great, but what
does it look like in practice? Set firm, realistic goals to achieve, such as committing to volunteer once a week. However, also be prepared to be flexible. If your first resolution doesn’t fit with your schedule, don’t give up. Scale it back. If you’re more forgiving to yourself, it will mean less disappointment and frustration.
➌ CHOOSE A NEW RESOLUTION. Do you set a goal to exercise more
every year, but February always finds you wasting your gym membership? Avoid falling into the same pitfalls by modifying your usual goal or choosing something different. This may increase your chances at success. If keeping active is what you want, instead of regimented gym time, aim for something like walking the dog every day or more outside playtime with the kids.
➍ PICK SOMEONE TO HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE. According to experts, social support is one of the top predictors to keeping a resolution. A goal set as a group may be more likely to succeed since you’re accountable to someone else. Find a friend who is willing to work out with you, or as a family, choose to set aside time for healthy meal planning. You also can find support from a professional like a health coach to help keep you on track and motivated.
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TAKE YOUR TIME. Changes in your routine don’t instantly become second nature. In fact, it can take around 66 days for a behavior to become a habit, according to UC Davis Health. If you falter in your resolution, don’t give up. Start again or make adjustments if necessary. Keeping at it is what will lead to long-term success.
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and the annual Fourth of July parade to its debutante ball every December, VP Saint Louis is a local institution. But it and its members aren’t satisfied to just sticking with more than 100 years of tradition. The fraternal organization is not only dedicated to celebrating what makes St. Louis great, but also doing its part to make the community a better place for everyone. It has taken an exciting step forward with the establishment of the VP Community Impact Foundation. The nonprofit seeks to reach the underserved through community service, entrepreneurial connection and mentorship. The VP Community Impact Foundation builds upon and expands an infrastructure that VP Saint Louis already had in place, such as its Community Service Initiative (CSI)—the branch of the organization responsible for organizing volunteer opportunities for members and their families. That spirit of community service remains one of the foundation’s pillars, VP COMMUNITY IMPACT FOUNDATION EXECUTIVE according to executive director Wendell DIRECTOR WENDELL COVINGTON JR. Covington Jr. “CSI provided wonderful community service opportunities through projects done in partnership with great organizations like Girls Inc. and St. Patrick Center,” he says. “We will continue those initiatives, but there was a desire to make a deeper and broader impact. Our focus has now widened to include broader systemic change as well as community service.” One of the ways the foundation has expanded its work is through providing board training. The program teaches VP Saint Louis members the skills they need to understand the expectations and aspirations of other philanthropic organizations, so they can make the greatest positive impact possible serving on a board of directors. “Our goal is to teach members how to use their business acumen and knowledge to make a difference in the nonprofit sector,” Covington explains. “We cover the basics of board governance, from financial management and fundraising to marketing and branding. Once training is complete, we help match our members with nonprofits that would most benefit from their time and talent.” The VP Community Impact Foundation also helps its members utilize their expertise to serve St. Louis through mentorship opportunities, which connect them with small business owners and entrepreneurs. “The goal is to take people who have an idea and match them with a VP Saint Louis member to help them cultivate the building blocks for a successful business,” Covington says. “We’re allowing people to create the economic engine necessary to achieve self sufficiency.” The mentorship services includes the Biz Smart Start program, a business incubator created in partnership with Beyond Housing that had its first cohort in 2023. For Covington, the VP Community Impact Foundation is an exciting opportunity to make a deeper impact. He is especially committed to making connections with other organizations doing important work locally. “We have to promote partnerships and bring together entities that historically have not worked together if we are going to create change,” he notes. “St. Louis is a great city with some of the most philanthropic residents in the country. By working together and sharing resources, we can create vehicles for change that will improve outcomes for everyone. It’s an exciting opportunity.”
In this, the 138th VP Saint Louis Debutante Ball, Miss Madelyn Barbara Pozaric was named the Queen of Love and Beauty. She succeeds retiring queen Miss Grace Piccione Nix.
Queen of Love & Beauty
MADELYN BARBARA POZARIC Steven E. Pozaric
SECTION COMPILED BY STEPHANIE WALLACE PHOTOS COURTESY OF VP SAINT LOUIS
4th Special Maid
MISS JULIA ANNE FRANKEL Mark B. Lewis
2nd Special Maid
MISS OLIVIA URQUHART WARREN Peter W. Warren
3rd Special Maid
MISS JANE ALICE GUIRL Daniel T. Guirl
1st Special Maid
MISS LILY SUSANNE FOUKE Lucien R. Fouke III
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MISS ANNE MITCHELL WILKINSON, KEN BOWER MISS ADELAIDE POWEL BITTING GEORGE C. BITTING JR. MISS ANNA LILLIAN DUNCAN, TYLER S. DUNAWAY
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MISS CAROLINE ELIZABETH SCHNEITHORST GARY B. POHRER
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MISS D’ARCY EDEN GEORGE, TIMOTHY O. GEORGE
MISS ELEANOR JANE MARSHALL JOHN G. CELLA
MISS ELIZABETHANNE HUNT DONNELLY CHRISTOPHER D. HEGEMAN
MISS ELIZABETH LOUISE BROWN, CHRISTOPHER R. MICHALAK
MISS GRACE MCLAIN HENSLEY MARK J. GAERTNER
MISS JULIA LYNN SANSONE, ANTHONY F. SANSONE JR. MISS JENNA BERNSTEIN, ANDREW S. HEREFORD
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MISS LAYNE CRIBBIN JOHN C. WILSON
MISS LILY ANNE BAKER, MICHAEL REYNOSO
MISS LAUREN ELIZABETH SUGAVANAM, CLARK WOLFSBERGER
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GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
the great VP saint louis bike build by stephanie wallace • photos courtesy of the veiled prophet organization
VOLUNTEERS ASSEMBLE BIKES FOR MISSION: ST. LOUIS.
RICKY NIX JR. AND WENDELL COVINGTON JR. PRESENT A CHECK TO MISSION: ST. LOUIS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOSH WILSON.
VP SAINT LOUIS BIKE BUILD PARTICIPANTS
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Around 20% of people in St. Louis live in poverty. It’s an important issue that
has an impact on our entire community. Mission: St. Louis is dedicated to working with people to remove barriers to success and self sufficiency. One of its major programs is Affordable Christmas, which provides families with the opportunity to shop for donated toys and other items at a reduced price. For example, a brand new bike can be purchased for only $4. The initiative not only spreads holiday magic by ensuring no child goes without a gift, but it also gives parents the chance to purchase the presents themselves. VP Saint Louis has partnered with Mission: St. Louis for several years. Through the VP Community Impact Foundation, members and their families, including the young women who walk in the annual VP Saint Louis Debutante Ball, work with the nonprofit on community projects, including Affordable Christmas. Volunteers help by gathering items, raising funds and donating their time to work at the store on the day of the event. “Mission: St. Louis does amazing work to support underserved families in St. Louis, and we’re always excited to lend them a helping hand,” VP Saint Louis member Dean Pollnow says.
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In 2023, VP Saint Louis decided to organize something special for Mission: St. Louis. “In the past, we’ve donated money to purchase bicycles or provided unassembled ones in boxes to be sold at Affordable Christmas,” Pollnow notes. “We found that it can be tricky for families to put together the bikes on their own because assembly can be complicated. A bike in a box is a little bit like giving an electronic item without batteries or a charging cord—it’s not usable without something extra.” To help address the issue, the VP Community Impact Foundation organized a bike build event for members and their families. The goal was to assemble 100 bicycles purchased from Big Shark Bicycle Company. “We were excited to find a local company to partner with for this initiative,” Pollnow explains. “Big Shark not only was able to provide us with 100 bikes by early November, but it sent staff members who were able to make sure that every bike was assembled correctly on the day of the build.” On Nov. 11, members and their families gathered at the VP Saint Louis headquarters for the big day. Pollnow was among the around 75 volunteers. “We separated into six-member teams to assemble the
bikes,” he notes. “That first one took most groups a couple hours, but by the second or third, we could put them together in about 30 minutes.” After the bicycles were assembled and Big Shark completed quality control, VP Saint Louis members made three separate deliveries to Mission: St. Louis. Along with the bikes, they also were able to provide the nonprofit with a $5,000 monetary donation to further support its efforts to uplift the community. The VP Saint Louis bike build represents an important way for members and their families to make the holiday season a little brighter for others. Pollnow notes that while volunteer opportunities were previously limited to members and their daughters who walk in the ball, the organization is working to provide more ways for entire families to get involved. “It’s such an amazing chance to give back and do so as a family,” Pollnow notes. “The build day was a gratifying experience for everyone. There’s something special about assembling something with your own hands, and getting to see all 100 bikes completed was awesome and humbling.” FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT, MISSIONSTL.ORG.
Helping to Make St. Louis A Better Place for All of Us.
VP Saint Louis is a fraternal organization focused on service to the community, camaraderie among members and celebrating the entire Saint Louis region. Our mission is to provide a fun, rewarding and diverse organization for members and their families to give back and celebrate all that is great in Saint Louis. VP Saint Louis’ various civic projects share the common goal of enhancing commerce and generating economic activity in the community, bringing national prominence to the region, and instilling pride in the citizens of Saint Louis. Each year members and their families contribute thousands of hours of community service through the VP Community Impact Foundation with the single goal of
Making Saint Louis a Better Place to Live for All.
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WK MRS. JANICE HA AN DENNIS M. REAG
MRS. ALLAN IVIE IV JOSHUA M. SCHAFER
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ladies of honor MRS. JULIUS ADEWUNMI JOHN M. HUGHES
MRS. THOMAS GEORGE II PATRICK J. BEHAN JR.
MRS. RYAN L. JENNINGS THOMAS P. DONNELLY
MRS. J. TURNER PETERS CHARLES N. MCALPIN JR.
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BEHAN SCH CONDIE MRS. ALICE BU DANIEL ORTHWEIN 1964
MRS. BECKY WELLS JONES FOUKE ROY PFAUTCH 1965
MRS. SCOTT TURNER SHAWN C. MERYS
MRS. ALICE BEHAN CHRISTOPHER MATTHEW MIKULA 1989
MISS CHARLO TTE CHRISTOPHERCAPEN JONES COULTER JR. 2015
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ART DECO Nothing epitomizes old school glamor quite like Art Deco. The design style first emerged in Paris in the 1910s, and throughout the ’20s and ’30s, it spread across the globe, captivating the world with its luxurious materials, sensuous contours, repeating patterns and bold colors. While the ornamentation of Art Deco fell out of a favor with the rise of midcentury modern design following World War II, you can still use elements of the timeless style to add a bit of flair to any part of your home. the hallmarks of art deco design The innovation of the early 20th century influences much of what makes Art Deco design unique. It is inspired by everything from the technological progress of the day to rising art movements like Cubism to the increase of tourism to places, such as Egypt. The result is a bold style full of fluid, symmetrical and angular patterns.
how to introduce it in your home Art Deco is all about making a big statement. While you may not want to turn your entire home into a Great Gatsby-inspired spectacle, the design can pair with many other styles, adding some visual interest and luxury.
◀ Geometric patterns ◀ Sunbursts ◀ Sweeping curves ◀ Gold or brass details ◀ Upscale upholstery, such as velvet ◀ Chrome, glass and stainless steel ◀ Deep jewel tones ◀ Herringbone or parquet wood floors ◀ Black-and-white tile
◀ Avoid floral or plaid patterns. Instead, choose textiles with geometric designs or animal prints, especially zebra.
◀ Pair a statement piece in a bold yellow, green or pink with gold, silver, chrome or black accents. ◀ Opt for furniture that is large in scale and streamlined. Much of Art Deco furnishing lacks intricate detailing or frills.
◀ If patterned flooring like parquet or tile isn’t an option, add a rug with a geometric pattern. ◀ Pick a statement light piece. Art Deco often uses aerodynamic lines and elongated silhouettes that echo the skyscrapers in city skylines.
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THE GLENGROVE The epitome of melding the old with the new, Ashley Montgomery Design’s Glengrove home evokes a sense of timeless charm and elegance alongside an eclectic, fresh feel throughout, reinventing the ’90s home you grew up in with modern and traditional accents. WELCOME TO GLENGROVE
Stunning color palettes layered with close attention to detail meet vintage-inspired arches, scalloped edges and more in the Glengrove home. This beautifully decorated space is packed with personality, beautifully blending eclectic colors with traditional shapes and patterns to add a charming yet reinvented feel. From glamorous vintage-inspired lighting and elaborate molding to quirky yet quaint details like a powder blue front door and matching trim, designer Ashley Montgomery perfectly captures a whimsically cheerful feel in every room.
THE ENTRY
The subdued cotton-candy color palette of this fun entryway, featuring a powder blue front door and trim alongside pastel pink walls, envelops you in a comforting, welcoming environment the second you step through the door. The checkered tile and arched doorways maintain the space’s unique personality while introducing more traditional design elements.
THE MAIN ROOM
The primary living room is one of the most captivating spaces in the home. Unexpected colors and textures blend seamlessly with classic silhouettes and patterns, mixing modern design with traditional accents to build an eccentric area all its own. The attention to detail in this room does not go unnoticed, as the intricate moulding, arched built-ins and use of mixed materials come together in a charming sense of harmony.
THE KITCHEN
A breathtaking marble backsplash steals the show in this striking kitchen. The wood flooring and cabinetry, scalloped counter stools and unlacquered brass hardware add to the intricacies of this space, while a grandiose, luxurious kitchen chandelier hangs elegantly overhead. Oversized vintage art, plaid curtains to match the main living room and small shelving featured in the powder blue range prove once again that when it comes to creating the perfect design, it’s all in the details.
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Pulling design details from other areas in the home, the study echoes standout elements of the same uniquely tiled floor featured in the entryway, as well as traditional moulding, elegantly arched built-in shelving and a stunning patterned wallpaper to bring everything together in one warm, cohesive space.
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THE POWDER ROOM
The powder room is full of soft color and charm. Powder blue, scalloped marble edges border the marble countertop, reminiscent of details featured in the kitchen and colors found in the entryway, while the eccentric wallpaper, decorative mirror and intricate wall sconces give the room a fresh and inviting feel.
THE BUTLER’S PANTRY
This fresh and quaint secondary kitchen space takes an even more charming approach to traditional design, featuring again curved elements like the arched doorways and cabinets, which pair perfectly with a simple tiled backsplash, and, of course, a classic powder blue and white color palette.
THE OFFICE
This intimate office area melds a soft pink color palette with traditional furniture silhouettes, most notably seen in the vintage-inspired table lamp, wall mirror, curtains and desk. The botanical prints lining the wall introduce a natural element to the space, creating a cozy and inviting room to work and relax in.
THE MUDROOM
Simple and stunning, the powder blue shelving in the mudroom brings a bit of a refined touch to the space, while the warm floor tiling, floral curtains and wooden accent furniture maintain a feeling of traditional charm.
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What are your expert crystal ball projections for the 2024 real estate market? Mark: The Fed is set to slash interest rates three times. Residential rates will drop into the 5% range. Neil: There will continue to be an increase in inventory combined with strong buyer demand. 2001 S. HANLEY ROAD, STE 185 314.336.1991 | THEGELLMANTEAM.COM
Gina Bundy
JANET MCAFEE REAL ESTATE How do I price my home in this brisk yet low inventory market? I have seen many of these premier homes go over asking with no contingencies and end up in a bidding war if priced right. Your agent is the best indicator of the value of the home based on an evaluation of your property and market trends in pricing. 9889 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.267.6262 GINABUNDY.JANETMCAFEE.COM
Katie Dooley Curran
Wayne Norwood and Ben Patton Finest Homes of St. Louis
We are moving out of state. How can we find an agent we can trust?
Is it worth the investment to add staging to my occupied or vacant home when listing?
Through the Compass network, I can connect you with a top-notch agent who will provide invaluable insights and help you navigate your new hometown. Meanwhile, I can prepare your home for a successful local market debut!
Creating the strongest presentation that appeals to the widest pool of buyers creates the best opportunity for maximizing sale price, and the investment on the front end is always worth it for the outcome on the back end.
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JANET MCAFEE REAL ESTATE
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| JANUARY 17, 2024
12850 Thornhill Court Town and Country, MO 63131
Exceptional craftsmanship defines this extraordinary Estate Home! 2-Sty marble foyer highlighted by dramatic floating staircase leads to elegant dining room & stunning great room with marble fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases & expansive wall of windows. Spacious open kitchen featuring 42” white cabinetry, premium appliances & butterfly center island adjoins light-filled breakfast room & hearth room with brick fireplace. Coffered primary bedroom suite radiates warmth with a marble fireplace, wide bay window, luxury bath with jetted tub & adjacent study with custom built-ins. Front & rear staircases access 3 additional ensuite bedrooms. Lower Level includes recreation room with wet bar & 3rd fireplace, media room, game room & bonus room plus office & guest suite. Situated on a 1.7-acre lot with wrap around deck with gazebo, patio with wet bar, hot tub & pool with waterfall. A geothermal system functions to reduce utility bills. Offered at $2,189,000
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