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In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Amazon brought fun and educational activities to 20 patients and their families through a pop-up STEM camp. The online retail giant also donated $30,000 to the hospital.

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Michael Bono and Susan Perez scored a winning hand with the duplicate bridge community as recipients of the 2019 Bridge Builder Awards. They were recognized for the honesty, integrity, skill, zeal and leadership they bring to the game.

GUIDE TO SCHOOLS IN THE KNOW COVER STORY – Forsyth School TALK OF THE TOWNS THE INSIDER PATTY UNLEASHED HEARD IN THE HALLS STUDENT STANDOUTS PARENT TRAP – College Freshmen

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The nonprofit’s supporters, including mayor Lyda Krewson, geared up with hard hats and gold hammers to kick off renovations at its new downtown headquarters. Formerly known as Fathers’ Support Center, the organization also unveiled its new name and logo, which better reflect the work it does to benefit entire families.

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FORSYTH SCHOOL, AN INDEPENDENT, PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN ST. LOUIS, NURTURES STUDENTS’ GROWTH AND CREATIVITY WITH ENGAGING EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES. IT SERVES CHILDREN FROM AGE 3 THROUGH GRADE SIX. PICTURED ON THE COVER: ARTIST MARGARET KELLER AND INSTRUCTOR ELLEN GOMEZ DEFILIPPO WITH STUDENTS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.726.4542 OR VISIT FORSYTHSCHOOL.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO BY COLIN MILLER OF STRAUSS PEYTON PHOTOGRAPHY

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The district’s Nutrition on the Weekend (NOW) program received $1,750 from Circle 7 Ranch as part of the restaurant’s Be Civil Month, a campaign that raised $1 for every Civil Life beverage purchased and also gave customers the option to directly donate. NOW provides weekend meals to Kirkwood students facing food insecurity.

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FROM THEitor

The other night at dinner, my daughter started enthusiastically telling me about a business idea of hers that she has dreamed about for quite a while. It centers around cooking—no surprise there with her—and we all got into the discussion, throwing out ideas and strategies on how to make it work. At one point, she put her arms around me and sweetly said that she knew I was going to support her. Well that, and overhearing her and my son (her business partner) talk about their plans, made me tear up. I realized I have kids who know I have their back and who have the ability and confidence to take on an ambitious project.

No, I’m not trying to paint a Norman Rockwell scene. This was real life, which is why it got to me. As parents, we need reassurance that we’re doing something right because so often, we feel like we’re not. There are plenty of days my mind is filled with doubt and worry, which is why reading stories featured in this issue about Friends of Kids with Cancer and St. Louis Children’s Hospital really hit home. I can’t even begin to imagine the worry of parents whose child has a heart defect or has chemo as part of their schedule instead of soccer games. It’s hard not to feel helpless, knowing the fear and concern these families must work through. But we live in St. Louis, so of course there are ways we can help. We can spread awareness and raise money for the great institutions that provide extraordinary care and support to patients and families—and that allow these kids to chase their dreams as well. Because every child has them.

We have a lot of content this issue focused on the younger set, including a health feature on warning signs that your child needs some help, whether it’s with healthy lifestyle choices, anxiety, depression—just because they are little doesn’t mean they can’t have big issues. And our front cover on Forsyth School talks about promoting the creative health of students, which is just as important as any other kind, in my opinion. Its Artist-InResidence program pairs students with professional artists so they can learn, create and ultimately grow.

We need to be encouraging in all ways to those who look to us for answers. Kids can sense it, and it’s what will push them to do great things.

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ARTISTIC EXPRESSION FORSYTH SCHOOL by julia m. johnson STUDYING ART IN ALL OF ITS FORMS GIVES CHILDREN an outlet for their

ARTIST KEVIN MCCOY WORKS WITH STUDENTS.

ideas and a set of skills they can draw on later in life. At Forsyth School in St. Louis, opportunities for creativity are present throughout the curriculum, including the Nicholas Aaron Aitken Artist-in-Residence program established a decade ago. Art teacher Ellen Gomez DeFilippo says the elementary school’s students are hugely inspired by the professional visual artists who participate, and it’s gratifying to see them share their love of creative expression.

Bart and Tamara Aitken created the endowed program in memory of their son, a student who passed away in 2009. “He loved school, and his happiest moments were spent in the art room,” DeFilippo says. “His family felt that sponsoring artists in residence would be a fitting way to honor his life.” Each fall, an artist is invited to work with fifth-graders for about a dozen class sessions, teaching them new techniques and helping them complete a particular project.

Finished masterpieces have included a mosaic mural, frescoes, paintings, self-portraits, prints, ceramics, sculptures and a book of students’ drawings. “More than 500 kids have gone through the program, and they have loved getting to know the artists,” DeFilippo says. “Many students have been inspired to pursue art in high school and college as well. We’ve had graduates go on to places like the Rhode Island School of Design and the Ringling College of Art and Design.”

She identifies new artists for the program by visiting gallery openings and talking with members of the fine arts community. “We choose people who work in a variety of media,” she notes. “In 2014, we had a husband and wife team who

helped the kids create stop motion animation. Another year, we had a printmaker from Washington University who invited the kids to tour his studio. This semester, students are mixing colors and glazing tiles for a serpentine wall here on campus.

They don’t just learn different media; they also are taught about the research and planning that go into an exhibit.”

Students even are encouraged to use art as a way of solving problems. One artist asked them to identify what needs to be fixed in the world, and they came up with images and text to illustrate their ideas on topics like pollution and global warming.

“It was a truly thought-provoking activity that combined the disciplines of writing and drawing,” DeFilippo says.

The Artist-in-Residence program is celebrated and shared with the community in many ways, including special exhibitions of students’ work. The school recently held an anniversary reception at Washington University’s Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, and William Shearburn Gallery and Bruno David Gallery offer their space for student exhibits as well. “Organizations like these are wonderful partners for our program,” DeFilippo says.

Ultimately, the purpose of the Artist-in-Residence initiative is to show students that art can and should be an important part of their daily lives. “We want to cultivate a love of expression with an emphasis on collaboration,” DeFilippo says. “Hands-on learning and teamwork fit right in with the school’s mission. Our students are so fortunate to have this one-of-a-kind experience.” &

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TALK OF THE TOWNS by bill beggs jr.

WASH U 〉〉

I was motivated in high school by nothing but listening to the radio, or records bought with money from mowing lawns. This motto should have been stitched on the back of my varsity track jacket: ‘Goals? Schmoals!’ While my family was comfortably middle class, my SATs were resoundingly mid-range.

Those are two of at least three reasons I wouldn’t have qualified for the WashU Pledge, the whopper of a program outlined by Andrew Martin, recently inaugurated university chancellor. It’s arguably the most civic-minded decision made since 1853 by the renowned research institution. Next fall, students accepted from all of Missouri and most of Southern Illinois will be granted free tuition, fees, room and board if their families earn less than $75,000 annually.

(Kids must be Pell grant eligible—a personal problem for this proud, income-variable father of a young woman who’s a Mizzou junior. But that’s enough about her; me, I mean.) Just what does WashU mean

by Southern Illinois? Sangamon County and south to Cairo, according to the map included with the news release. An applicant must be admitted as a full-time, first-year undergraduate student or be presently enrolled as a WashU Bear. Part-time students and those earning a degree from University College are not eligible. All of that said, would-be scamsters—plus the likes of Felicity Huffman, Lori Loughlin and their celebrity ilk—beware: Antennae are wiggling wildly at WashU, SLU, Stanford, USC, MIT, ‘The WashU of the Northeast’ (Harvard, that is), etc. Pesky financial aid folks and the Feds are wise to parents who try to claim separate incomes in different states, have their banks and accountants perform elaborate financial machinations as a certain chief executive in an office with no corners allegedly has, and other wily schemes I haven’t thought up in the last 5 minutes or so. Some people have no shame. Anyhow, we’ve a ‘brain drain’ here in The Great Flyover. Despite herculean efforts by the Regional Chamber, entrepreneurs, various incubators and the academic community at large, the metro isn’t living up to experts’ expectations. Upon graduation, alas, too many talented grads split for the east and left coasts, Chicago’s Gold Coast—or places like Austin and Portland in hopes of keeping them weird, I guess. But back to me: I moved here from Atlanta in 1982, just in time to shed my Orioles, Mets and Braves hats for one with a Redbird on it. Oh, my high school(s)? Don’t get me started.

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Police and the DEA will give metro residents their next opportunity to prevent widespread pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. DEA officials say medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Police and partners at about three dozen sites (mostly police departments) will accept pills for disposal from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26. The service

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is free and anonymous; no questions asked. Sites cannot accept liquids, needles or sharps, only pills and patches. Last fall, Americans turned in more than 937,000 pounds of prescription drugs at nearly 6,300 sites operated by the DEA and almost 5,000 state and local partners. Overall, in 17 previous ‘Take Back’ events, more than 11.8 million pounds of pills have been turned in. Ballwin residents may bring pills for disposal to the Ballwin PD at 300 Park Drive. Contact your local police to find out whether they’ve signed on.

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Who ever thought that sucking anything but air or asthma meds into your lungs would be a good idea? But since it’s unreasonably hard for a smoker to quit, the next cigarette doesn’t just seem like a good idea, it’s essential.

Trust me. Anyhow, come Jan. 1, 2020, Schnucks shoppers will no longer be able to buy cigarettes with their groceries. We probably won’t have to wait long for the other shoes to drop, say, at Dierbergs and Walmart.

Otherwise, inveterate smokers must visit a gas station, convenience store or Walgreens, which used to be ‘At the Corner of Happy and Healthy,’ for their next fix. I think Schnucks is doing a good thing. In other nicotine-related news, Francis Howell School District in St. Charles is suing Juul, an e-cigarette maker, asserting its products are deceptively marketed to young people. (Shades of Joe Camel! Remember that too-cool-for-school character once used to market the cigarette brand? If he wasn’t killed off by a lawsuit, maybe he resigned in disgrace.)

As you read here in our last edition, one of the 25 U.S. vaping-related deaths reported so far has occurred in St. Louis, another in Illinois.

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With so many big-money developments planned throughout the metro, those who don’t subscribe to our esteemed metro daily or the Business Journal, or who aren’t otherwise business savvy, may not be aware of the $80 million WildHorse multiuse project in Chesterfield. I found out when I thought I detected the unmistakable aroma of prime steaks on the grill.

Honestly, my olfactories acted up when I read that a third Ruth’s Chris in the metro is slated to open there in late 2020 or early 2021. The addition of an AC Hotel, a top-drawer nameplate for the Marriott International chain, also is cause for one’s mouth to water. AC properties feature European-inspired beverage and food offerings, including hand-shaved prosciutto and croissants in the morning flown fresh from France; in the evening, signature cocktails and a tapas-inspired menu! Guest rooms will feature highly curated art and no in-room marketing. The 128-room hotel is slated for a summer 2021 opening. Other components include 188 apartments and 25,000 square feet of retail space. Buildings will share a public plaza with outdoor seating and garden areas, as well as a public art exhibit in the vehicular roundabout.

TT TRIVIA | AS OF 2019, MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL OPERATED 32 BRANDS, FROM AC HOTELS AND THE RITZ-CARLTON TO RENAISSANCE AND SHERATON. WITHOUT RESORTING TO THAT DOG-EARED ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITANNICA ON THE SHELF TO YOUR RIGHT, TRY TO NAME FIVE OTHER BRANDS UNDER THE CORPORATE UMBRELLA. LAST ISSUE’S ANSWER | THE ST. LOUIS BROWNS BECAME THE SECOND MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL TEAM IN TOWN WHEN THEY MOVED HERE FROM MILWAUKEE IN 1901. THEY LOST THE 1944 WORLD SERIES TO THEIR HOMETOWN RIVALS, THE CARDINALS, IN SIX GAMES, THEN LEFT IN 1953 FOR BALTIMORE TO BECOME THE ORIOLES. MEA CULPA: IN MY ITEM ABOUT FOREVER 21’S BANKRUPTCY IN OUR OCT. 9 ISSUE, I MADE A FLIPPANT COMMENT ABOUT SOUTH COUNTY CENTER THAT WAS NOT BASED ON EVIDENCE. THE FOREVER 21 STORE AT THAT MALL IS NOT ON THE LIST OF POSSIBLE CLOSURES. MY APOLOGIES FOR MIXING AN OFFHAND OPINION WITH FACTS. AS REGULAR READERS KNOW, THIS COLUMNIST IS SOMETIMES TOO CLEVER BY HALF.

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Unfortunately, some bridge players are card sharks, laments Jay Shah of J’s Bridge Pad. “It’s not a blood sport,” he insists, noting that for tournaments, he occasionally dons a T-shirt that reads, ‘Dammit, It’s Just a Game!’ Shouldn’t bridge be fun? But of course.

It’s become an avocation—actually, a sort of addiction— for this 1966 transplant from the subcontinent of India and eventual SLU grad in electrical engineering. Since he started playing duplicate bridge about 15 years ago, it’s been full speed ahead as a dedicated player and mentor. “My wife thinks bridge is a mistress,” Shah says with a wry smile. To be sure, he’s had about 10 partners, the oldest of whom is nearly 90. Nowadays, he most frequently plays in tournaments with Phyllis, a long-time cohort with an assortment of shirts similar to Shah’s. About 50 of them. As a team, they show up in shirts with the same message. Early one morning, Shah answered a call from Phyllis, who asked, “What are you wearing?” Shah grins. “I thought it was an obscene phone call!” (And that concludes the PG-13 portion of

this story.) When we interviewed Shah at one of his pad’s dozen or more bridge tables, he was wearing a button-up collared shirt with his logo custom-stitched in black and red: The apostrophe, a spade; the top of the ‘i,’ a heart; inside the ‘d,’ a club; and the word ‘PAD’ inside the diamond. And the top of the J is a joker’s cap, wholly appropriate for a quick-witted man. What’s his philosophy for teaching neophytes this complicated, strategic pastime? He becomes a bit more serious. “No one should get discouraged,” he says. “I want this to be a safe haven so they don’t get creamed.” Bridge was derived from Russian whist, called Biritch, meaning an announcer (players ‘announce or herald’ their auction).

The first rule book, Short Treatise (circa 1742), was written by none other than Edmond Hoyle. Apparently, Hoyle rarely was creamed, as he lived to nearly 97.

Shah’s oldest player at the pad has been 92. But anyone can learn the game. From personal experience, he acknowledges it can take a while, though. “My dad tried to teach bridge to my brother and me when I was 8 or 9.

We told him it was way over our heads.” Then, a slip of the tongue. “It’s still way over my bridge; um, over my head.” That is, one never stops learning and adapting.

Well, what about the tricky ‘secret code’—that is, bridge conventions? “I consider it a foreign language,” Shah says. “Once you learn it, you can play anywhere in the world—Israel, Norway, New Zealand.” And while he never has seen a conflict escalate to fisticuffs, disagreements can become quite lively, especially between partners, who often become lifelong friends.

Some are like old married couples. “We’ve had ‘Mr. and Mrs. Bickerson’ or ‘The Bickerleys,’” he jokes. No matter whether you’re a veteran or need “bridge with training wheels,” Shah says there’s a place for you at one of his tables at 15817 Manchester Road. Visit jbridge.info. &

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▶ If you tuned in to Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Sept. 23, you likely spotted a familiar face on-screen. Former ST. LOUIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA MUSIC DIRECTOR LEONARD SLATKIN APPEARED ON THE SHOW to talk about a glaring gaffe at this year’s Emmy Awards, which drew almost 7 million viewers. At the awards, organizers projected a slide honoring the late conductor and composer Andre Previn, but they mistakenly paired it with a photo of Slatkin. He joined Kimmel’s show by video feed to assure the public that he is still very much alive. The maestro quipped that Previn, who died in February, would have gotten a good laugh from the mishap.

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I WILL BE 60 YEARS OLD IN JANUARY, and

I need your help! I now am officially an adult, and I need to do something meaningful with my life. Sure, I had a career in the financial services industry, raised two kids and did more than my fair share of volunteer work, but what am I supposed to do now? My obligations are minimal. I have to write this column and review books, TV shows and podcasts for Town&Style and make sure my house is somewhat free of dog hair. I do some volunteer work, but it’s mostly the ‘stick-up’ variety. You know, calling people and asking them for money (which I have come to learn most people hate to do.) So here are my thoughts, and I would appreciate your feedback.

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1. I could write a book. I have actually started two books but have gotten nowhere. To be honest, my life is not all that filled with drama. I have had some bumps along the way but nothing catastrophic. I guess I could write fiction, but I create so much of that in my mind since I’m a hypochondriac, I’m not sure it would be good for my mental health. Plus, who would read it? Would you read the ramblings of a 60-year-old?

2. I could become an influencer. I have a friend who lives in Chicago who has turned her Instagram persona into a profitable business. She is invited to go on trips, given clothing by designers, paid money to promote skin care lines. I mean, I could do that, but there are a few problems. My friend is 20 years younger than me and photographs beautifully. In most photos, I look like I am a serial killer or constipated. To be honest, I just want the swag. It’s true, a free T-shirt means the world to me.

3. I could become a speaker, like give TED Talks.

I started my career in financial services in the ‘80s when it was male dominated. I can provide all kinds of suggestions on how to get your voice heard in meetings and how to be taken seriously. That said, if anyone used my approach these days, they would swiftly be directed to HR for outplacement counseling. I guess the days are gone when you can curse like a sailor and break a phone (just the handle, not the whole phone).

4. I could become a private eye. As everyone knows, I am fascinated by true crime, but I am even more fascinated by true crime that I think is happening among us. You ever get a feeling when you meet someone that there is something a little off? Maybe it’s someone in your old neighborhood who never fully opened the door when you knocked. You can’t call the police and say, “I have a funny feeling about this guy.”

But you sure don’t want to be the person interviewed on 48 Hours saying, “I always knew they were the spawn of Satan.” I could be a one-person Charlie’s Angel but without that bossy Charlie telling me what to do.

Based on my parents’ life span, I think I have another 25 years left, so if you have an idea, let me know. I am certain there is something or someone who needs my skill set.

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▲ THE SAINT LOUIS ZOO has something to trumpet about! It RECENTLY EARNED REACCREDITATION FROM THE ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS’ ACCREDITATION COMMISSION. The recognition is granted to attractions that demonstrate high standards of animal care, species conservation, public awareness, safe operations and more. They must undergo a rigorous renewal process every five years to remain a member. PICTURED: RANI, AN ASIAN ELEPHANT

◀ To celebrate five decades of sporting success, members of the CHAMINADE HIGH SCHOOL class of ‘69 PRESENTED THEIR ALMA MATER WITH A VICTORY BELL DURING A SPECIAL HALFTIME CEREMONY ON THE FOOTBALL FIELD. They held the dedication at the 50-yard line in honor of their class anniversary. Chaminade won the evening’s game against Vianney—an instant opportunity to break in the new bell.

▲ LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS LOOKING TO JUMP-START NEW COMPANIES CAN LEARN ABOUT AVAILABLE FUNDING RESOURCES, EVENTS, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND COWORKING SPACE during the inaugural ST. LOUIS STARTUP WEEK Nov. 1 through 9. It includes the Arch Grants Gala Nov. 1, a free kickoff event Nov. 4, the Startup Connection venture capital conference Nov. 6, and several other happenings at various locations throughout the week.

According to the St. Louis Regional Chamber, area startups received $378 million in venture funding last year.

〈〈 THE MAIN EVENTS 〉〉 Skate over to the Missouri History Museum for History Made, an exhibit of more than 20 artifacts from the St. Louis Blues’ legendary 2019 Stanley Cup run. The collection will be on display through Jan. 26, 2020.

Laugh along with comic Matt Besser and sketch comedy team Dad Van at a special Oct. 19 performance at The Improv Shop St. Louis. Besser is a founding member of the Upright Citizens Brigade comedy group.

Get started on your holiday shopping at Couturier, a signature designer event at the National Council of Jewish Women’s Resale Shop in Creve Coeur. The fundraiser will be held Oct. 24-26 and Oct. 28 & 29; VIP preview tickets are available.

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Helping Clients Rebuild Their Lives

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oing through a divorce can be one of life’s most stressful and emotionally taxing events. But deciding to call it quits doesn’t have to end poorly. Kelly M. Davidzuk is a Partner at Stange Law Firm, PC providing services in divorce, child custody, child support, guardianship, adoptions, mediation, and collaborative divorce, among other family law related matters. Davidzuk is an experienced litigator, trained negotiator, and skilled mediator. According to Davidzuk, her number one focus, along with that of the firm in which she practices law, is to “help client’s rebuild their lives.”

Davidzuk was drawn in to the legal field at an early age, watching her grandfather, an attorney focusing on wills, trust, and estates, be a positive influence in his client’s lives. “He was a very important person in my life, and I always looked up to him,” says Davidzuk, who also experienced first hand the effects divorce can have on a family.

Today, she continues to draw inspiration from her grandfather and those at Stange Law Firm, in her work to help clients rebuild their lives during a difficult time. As an experienced litigator and trained negotiator, Davidzuk focuses on helping her clients in and out of the courtroom to obtain an outcome inline with client’s goals. As a skilled mediator, Davidzuk acts as a neutral third party, helping clients “expand the pie” and often come up with outside-the-box ideas to divide marital assets and debts as well as determine a workable parenting plan,

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child support, and maintenance calculation. “I feel like an architect when helping clients rebuild and determine a new workable future. It can be a very exciting and fulfilling experience to help clients feel better and more relaxed during the process with an agreement tailored to their own individual needs.”

The collaborative divorce process is similar, except instead of one neutral third party, each spouse hires an attorney trained in the collaborative process, to be present along side a divorce coach and, if desired, a financial advisor. It’s a fantastic alternative to heading straight in to the adversarial court system.

“When you file for divorce, you’re instantly perceived as being adversaries, even if you in fact agree on most or all issues,” Davidzuk says. “But if you choose the collaborative divorce process, you begin by signing an agreement to be open, honest, and forthcoming with all evidence, concerns, potential impediments, etc. such that the parties are able to work together to reach an agreement workable for both spouses and their children into the future.”

Instead of using your resources to fight each other, you can use your resources to work together…

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Davidzuk is on the Board of Directors as Treasurer of the Missouri Collaborative Institute and is employed with Stange Law Firm where you can locate attorneys trained in the collaborative process to help you navigate your divorce in an alternative, fulfilling way. While Davidzuk is ready, willing, and able to advocate on your behalf in a hotly contested case through litigation, she also notes that, “the collaborative divorce process often ends up being therapeutic because both parties have more freedom to be honest and reach a genuine agreement that helps them rebuild their lives.”

This option isn’t just for couples who get along.

“We have clients who absolutely have differing ideas, but that’s why we bring in experts to assist with the process,” Davidzuk says. “The divorce coach generally has a background in psychology and is there to help people work through emotional barriers getting in the way of focusing on the big picture of their needs and their children’s needs.”

Davidzuk says she wants more couples facing a split to know collaborative divorce is an option.

“Instead of using your resources to fight each other, you can use your resources to work together to come up with the best possible solution. With that said, however, if mediation or collaborative divorce isn’t for you, I am also here to be your advocate, fighting for your goals in and out of the courtroom.”

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909 S. BRENTWOOD BLVD. | 314.222.6300 | WILSONLIGHTING.COM

ALBARRÉ

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Our 18kt Italian stackable bracelets with diamonds are available in yellow, white, pink and black gold.

ST. NICHOLAS

9711 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.997.1707 | ALBARRE.COM

ST. NICHOLAS FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Join us for the annual Grecian Kitchen Holiday Open House Nov. 2. Lunch and boutique shopping are from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and new this year, a signature dinner seating is from 5 to 7 p.m.

12550 S. 40 DRIVE | SNGOC.ORG

NOTEWORTHY HINDMAN

Trusted for more than 30 years, we offer appraisal and auction services for fine jewelry, fine art, furniture and decorative art property, and we provide local clients with seasoned expertise in the global art market. Pictured: Emil Bisttram, Taos Mountain, 1960 AQUARIUS WELLNESS

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WELLNESS

AQUARIUS WELLNESS CENTER FOR HEALING ARTS

FRONTENAC FAMILY

Join us at an open house from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 10 as we celebrate the grand opening of St. Louis’ unique boutique wellness retreat. RSVP by Oct. 31 to info@aquariuswellness.com.

7750 CLAYTON ROAD, STE 103 | 314.645.7643 | AQUARIUSWELLNESS.COM

FRONTENAC FAMILY OF CLUBS

Learn to play tennis by joining our Kickstart 1-2-3 program for eight weeks of fun, friends and fitness!

10455 GERMAN BLVD. | 314.991.5599 | FRONTENACFAMILYOFCLUBS.COM

SPORT COURT ST. LOUIS

Keep kids safe by reducing the risk of acute or chronic injury with a professionally approved Sport Court surface.

SPORT COURT

636.451.0400 | SPORTCOURTSTLOUIS.COM

SENIORS

THE PRIME PLACE AT WILDWOOD TOWN CENTER

The Prime Place is an urban, walkable, independent living community dedicated to helping residents continue to live a healthy and active lifestyle in an elegant environment.

PRIME PLACE

PICTURED: DOREEN SCARFINO, DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING

16700 MAIN ST. | 636.821.1400 | THEPRIMEPLACEWILDWOOD.COM

THE GATESWORTH

As an active and engaging independent living community, The Gatesworth coordinates St. Louis-area outings for its residents each month.

A group recently visited Boeing’s James S. McDonnell Prologue Room.

GATESWORTH

ONE MCKNIGHT PLACE | 314.993.0111 | THEGATESWORTH.COM

NONPROFIT NEWS ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Join us from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 20 for a fun trick-or-treating event at the St. Louis Children’s Specialty Care Center. Food trucks, games and treats make for a spooktacular evening!

ONE CHILDREN’S PLACE | 314.454.6000 | STLOUISCHILDRENS.ORG

FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER

ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

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We are celebrating our 27th annual Fashion Show & Boutique that honors local children battling cancer. This year, members of the Stanley Cup Champions Blues hockey team will escort our young heroes down the runway during the evening show!

16 SUNNEN DRIVE, STE. 161 | 314.275.7440 | FRIENDSOFKIDS.COM

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MEN IN REAL ESTATE TED WIGHT, DIELMANN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Fall is the best time to buy a house. Inventory is still abundant, and sellers are the most motivated.

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KEVIN HURLEY AND JOHN ZARKY, JANET MCAFEE REAL ESTATE

KEVIN HURLEY

This has been a busy year for our real estate team, and the pace is continuing into the fall season.

TED WIGHT

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REX W. SCHWERDT, GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE

REX SCHWERDT

Buying or selling a property is a big life change, and I provide a strong support structure for clients throughout the process.

Achieving client goals is my passion!

8227 MARYLAND AVE. | 314.800.4755 | 314.721.4755 | REXSCHWERDT.COM GLADYSMANION.COM

JOHN ZARKY

FORD MANION, GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE

GELLMAN TEAM

As the fourth generation at Gladys Manion, Ford hit the ground running with four sales and two current listings. Growing up in real estate, he developed a keen understanding of what it takes to work hard for his clients.

8227 MARYLAND AVE. | 314.495.4757 | 314.721.4755 FORDMANION.GLADYSMANION.COM

THE GELLMAN TEAM, MARK AND NEIL GELLMAN COLDWELL BANKER PREMIER GROUP

Locally and nationally recognized as market leaders, The Gellman Team is having another record year, with more than 493 families served so far and sales totaling more than $169 million.

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Congratulations are in order for staff of the school’s Echo newspaper, which was honored with some recent journalism awards. The Columbia Scholastic Press Association gave the paper a Gold Medalist rating, the Quill & Scroll high school journalism society gave it an International First Place prize for comprehensive news and multimedia, and the National Scholastic Press Association awarded it a second-class rating.

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Children from the independent Catholic school recently took part in See You at the Pole, a global day of on-campus prayer. Members of the Town & Country Fire Department were in attendance with a fire truck and American flag. The movement began in 1990 with 10 students, and today, millions meet on campuses each year to pray simultaneously for their communities, schools and the nation as a whole. The effort is organized and led entirely by students.

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A 12-foot bronze statue, Christ the Teacher, recently was added to the school’s grounds to welcome those entering the campus.

Created by sculptor Joseph Aspell, the work is a gift from Joe Nettemeyer and Jane Gudermuth Nettemeyer. It was dedicated during a special ceremony.

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Fourth-graders recently went on a field trip to Kirkwood Park, where they learned about different kinds of trees from representatives of the Kirkwood Urban Forestry Commission.

The students participated in interactive experiences on species identification, planting and tree climbing safety. Afterward, Mayor Tim Griffin presented them with a Junior Tree Keeper Award.

visitation academy ▶

The school’s new Crescent Coffee Shop gives students a handson opportunity to learn the ins and outs of running of a business.

It was the brainchild of seniors Elizabeth Isaak and Bailey McGartland, both members of Visitation’s Ellen Thomasson Malecek Entrepreneurial Leadership Program. The shop sells hot and cold coffee, tea, smoothies and other drinks. Startup funding came from the Visitation Academy Mothers’ Club, and profits will go toward supplies, charitable donations and a scholarship fund.

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SPIKE KOHLBECKER, KIRKWOOD HIGH SCHOOL 〉〉 MOST 16-YEAR-OLDS CAN’T WAIT TO PASS A DRIVER’S TEST so they can get behind the wheel of the family sedan.

Kirkwood High School junior Spike Kohlbecker takes that dream a few laps further by racing open-wheel cars competitively. program, an online study system. “My passport has a lot of stamps in it,” he says. “I really enjoy traveling. The coolest place I’ve been so far is New Zealand. I had a month in between races there, so I did a ton of sightseeing.”

different levels to get to the professional Indy car racing system,” he says. “I’m currently at the bottom, but I think it’s going to be fun and challenging getting to the top. I plan to build my brand as ‘the St. Louis boy,’ kind of a hometown hero. I would love to represent my city in the Indy 500 someday. I’m lucky to have a family that has been very supportive.” When he’s not on the racetrack, he spends as much of his time with them as possible. “It’s especially good to see my family when I’ve been gone for a long time,” he says.

He says that while auto racing produces a lot of great champions, he tends not to model himself after any of them. “Everyone goes down a different path, so you can’t be exactly like anyone else,” he notes. “You have to do it your own way so others will look up to you.” He adds that racing challenges him in other ways as well, like finding corporate sponsors and He advises other kids who are interested learning about the business and operational in the sport to visit World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, Illinois. “Try the rental The young driver has some impressive wins sides of the sport. go-karts and go to some Indy car events,” he under his helmet, including the BRSCC National Formula Ford 1600 race in England Spike got his nickname several years ago after says. “If you decide you like it, there are lots this past summer. He also was named a finalist seeing a kid with spiky purple hair. “I did the of people there who will help you. Racing is in the prestigious Team USA scholarship same to mine, and the name stuck,” he jokes. an expensive sport, and it takes a lot of time program. Spike often is out of town at He says he enjoys being a leader in his sport and practice to become good. It’s best to start national and international competitions, so he and is looking forward to moving up in the when you are young!” completes his schoolwork through the Launch pecking order. “You have to go through

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Spike first got interested in the sport with encouragement from his father and grandfather. When he was little, his dad drew a racetrack with chalk on the driveway for the budding racer’s electric go-kart. Now, Spike pilots Formula Ford 1600 racecars and says the combined physical and mental challenge is a real rush. “These cars don’t have the downforce that others have to help keep them on the ground,” he explains. “You really have to concentrate on keeping your car on the track.

It’s mentally demanding—kind of like a long chess match going on inside your head. You’re constantly figuring out when to make a move.”

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Selecting the right primary care provider is one of the best things you can do for your health and right now we have several area providers accepting new patients and offering next-day appointments. At SSM Health, we believe knowing you better as a person helps us treat you better as a patient.

We listen and learn to provide you and your loved ones the compassionate care you deserve.

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BRING THE GAME HOME

Family time in your own backyard.

Round up the family Saturday morning to pass the ball around. Come home from work to find the neighborhood kids sinking free throws. Invite your co-workers over for the game of volleyball that will finally separate trash talk from talent. It's all about bringing your friends and family together to create lasting memories.

Building Backyard Memories Since 1974

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SCHOOL DIRECTORY ABSOLUTE COLLEGE CONSULTING

INDEPENDENT • COEDUCATIONAL • GRADES 7-12

Open House

The college search can be overwhelming.

Owner Cindy Zelinsky guides students and families through the process from search to decision. The initial consultation is free.

636.346.5313 | ABSOLUTECOLLEGECONSULTING.COM

Saturday, October 26 Pre-register at jburroughs.org/openhouse or at 9 am on the day of the event.

Presentation begins at 9:30 am

John Burroughs School 755 South Price Road, 63124 • 314.993.4040

ACADEMY OF THOUGHT & INDUSTRY

ATI is an autonomous learning community that offers hands-on educational opportunities, self-directed projects and entrepreneurial endeavors led by expert mentors. Now enrolling ambitious students in grades seven through 12.

3840 WASHINGTON BLVD. | 314.884.1637 THOUGHTANDINDUSTRY.COM/ST-LOUIS

COMMUNITY SCHOOL

The school allows children’s gifts to flourish in an environment of active, experiential learning. Seasoned faculty engage students age 3 through grade six with a challenging curriculum that integrates academics, the arts, physical education and interpersonal skills, all on a beautiful 18-acre campus.

900 LAY ROAD | 314.991.0005 COMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM

a life of discovery

COR JESU ACADEMY

The all-girls, Catholic high school offers an academically challenging program committed to the total education of young women. Inspired by the charism, ‘Sharing the Love of the Heart of Christ,’ students embrace personal dignity, faith, integrity and compassion.

10230 GRAVOIS ROAD | 314.842.1546 ALLHEART.CORJESU.ORG

OPEN HOUSE

Oct. 19, 2019 Saturday at 9:30am

MICDS is one of the nation’s leading independent schools, specializing in educating students JK-12.

Join us at our Open House to learn about the unique classes, extracurriculars, athletics and more that will prepare your child for a life of discovery.

101 North Warson Road, Saint Louis, MO 63124 • micds.org

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FORSYTH SCHOOL

Our one-of-a-kind campus provides an unforgettable experience for children age 3 through grade six. Forsyth’s challenging and engaging curriculum fosters independence and prepares students to thrive in secondary school and beyond.

6235 WYDOWN BLVD. | 314.726.4542 FORSYTHSCHOOL.ORG

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REACHING HIGHER: ENGAGING HEARTS & MINDS

Join us for our Open House!

October 24, 6:30 p.m.

Grades 7–12 • Co-Ed • Town & Country 314.997.2900 • wcastl.org

Simplify the college search.

JOHN BURROUGHS SCHOOL

As an independent, coeducational day school for grades seven through 12, Burroughs provides a core humanities and STEM curriculum that is balanced by opportunities in athletics and the fine, practical and performing arts. The school emphasizes global awareness and cultural competency, as well as service and sustainability.

The college search can be overwhelming. Through personalized guidance and an individualized plan, Cindy assists student and family in finding the right college fit. Call for a free consultation. > Build College List > Admissions / Applications / Financial Aid > Resume Development > College Visits and Essay Crafting > Recruiting for Student-Athletes Cindy Zelinsky

755 S. PRICE ROAD | 314.993.4040 | JBURROUGHS.ORG

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INDEPENDENT EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS ASSOCIATION

Superior Academics Test scores among the highest in the nation, where students are immersed deeply in a strong STEAM program

Experienced Faculty 7:1 Student to Teacher ratio with two or three lead teachers in every room

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KIRK DAY SCHOOL

The independent, Christian preparatory school serves ages 3 through grade six. A passionate and nurturing faculty ensures every child is known and loved, and our academic program is grounded in the Christian faith.

12928 LADUE ROAD | 314.434.4349 | KIRKDAYSCHOOL.ORG

Drama, Music, Art, Band, and Woodworking programs to nurture the mind, body, and spirit

Important Dates 2019/2020 OPEN HOUSE: November 2

CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY: Nov. 12, Jan. 14, & Jan. 28

REGISTER ONLINE OR CALL

communityschool.com | 900 Lay Road | 314.991.0005

Focus on Character Compassionate service learning program, leadership development, and public speaking help build tomorrow’s leaders

Expansive Green Space 18-acre campus, fields, trails, and pond allow students freedom to explore their world

YOU’RE INVITED! MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 6:30–8:30 P.M.

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MICDS (Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School)

The college-prep, independent school offers a dynamic learning environment for students age 4 through grade 12. Join us at our open house Oct. 19 to learn about the ways your child will embark on a life of discovery.

101 N. WARSON ROAD | 314.995.7367 | MICDS.ORG

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Cor Jesu Academy November 3 OPEN HOUSE Noon - 4 p.m. allheart.corjesu.org/visit

With one class per grade, age 4 through grade six, Rossman offers a small, intimate community that feels like family. Experienced educators nurture what makes each child one-of-a-kind while implementing a rich curriculum emphasizing strong academics, character development and leadership skills.

12660 CONWAY ROAD | 314.434.5877 ROSSMANSCHOOL.ORG

SPECIAL SOLUTIONS age 4 - grade 6 | St. Louis

The private learning center embraces a whole child approach. We address challenges with socialization, testing, language, organization, college admissions and academics in all subject areas. Our motto: More success with less family stress.

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THE WILSON SCHOOL

Wilson students are equipped to engage confidently and creatively for success in school and life. This is realized through a challenging curriculum of integrated, project-based, technology-enriched experiences, all within an environment where every student is known and valued.

400 DE MUN AVE. | 314.725.4999 WILSONSCHOOL.COM

WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

The independent, coeducational school offers a college preparatory program to students in grades seven through 12. In partnership with Christian families and the church, Westminster equips students to reach higher in every endeavor.

800 MARYVILLE CENTRE DRIVE | 314.997.2900 WCASTL.ORG

WHITFIELD SCHOOL

Whitfield is a close-knit and diverse community for grades six through 12 where each student’s strengths are known, cultivated and celebrated. Our Habits of Mind and Heart curriculum provides a common language for character education and encourages critical reflection for academic and personal growth.

175 S. MASON ROAD | 314.434.5141 WHITFIELDSCHOOL.ORG

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A Transformational School Experience ATI offers an unparalleled middle school and high school experience, filled with hands-on learning

opportunities in an environment of expert mentors and ambitious peers. Our program prepares teens to

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Upcoming Open House events

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Sunday, December 8, 1 to 3 p.m.

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More Success with Less Family Stress For the Parents of College-Bound Children with Learning Challenges

by dr. tim jordan A 2018 STUDY BY THE AMERICAN COLLEGE Health Association found that 67% of female students and 54% of male students felt very lonely within the past 12 months. Forty-five percent felt so depressed it was difficult to function, 57% felt things were hopeless, and 90% felt overwhelmed by all they had to do. And the most challenging time for most college students is the first semester of freshman year. Why is this so, and what can be done about it?

One challenge all first-year college students face is creating a new support system, which can be hard due to online distractions. Many young women have told me they feel socially awkward and have a hard time initiating conversations with new people; they blame their dependence on social media. They explain that they need to ‘pre-game’ before they go out in order to gain courage to interact with peers. They also report that most people on campus are always on their phones, contributing to their sense of isolation and loneliness.

Also, many young women have a picture in their minds before they start college of what has been described to them as ‘the best time of my life.’ The reality is, it takes time to develop a sense of community, so their picture isn’t immediately fulfilled, causing frustration and discouragement. And coming from a structured, supervised schedule, the first months of being on campus are challenging as they work to create their own lives.

The following are suggestions for what new students can do to better acclimate and find connections.

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1. Put your phone down when you are in class, walking across campus and hanging out in your dorm room. Make eye contact, smile at people and have the courage to start conversations.

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2. Shrink the campus. Pledge a sorority, join a club, exercise at

the rec center or play intramurals. It’s less daunting to talk to small groups of people, so start small and build.

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3. Remind yourself that you are not alone. Everyone arrives at college wanting new connections and feeling insecure. Create a mantra to replace discouraging thoughts with encouraging ones. You’ll discover many of your peers can relate.

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4. Find true friends. Get a clear idea about the qualities you look for in friends. It’s smart to be picky about who you hold close.

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5. Spend time with professors and advisers during their

office hours. Sometimes they will meet with small groups of students, making it easier to get to know people.

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probably will experience some anxiety at the start of college.

Just don’t allow fears to cause you to avoid situations that would be beneficial.

7. Create a new picture. Envision what you want as far as friendships, and then relax and allow a new picture to form.

Be yourself, put yourself out there and allow your own, unique college experience to unfold. &

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ST. LOUIS PRESS CLUB beauty buzz

Local food lovers enjoyed the charitable evening at The Ritz-Carlton, which served two purposes: eating and fund-raising! Proceeds help the independent charter school continue to offer programs, services and meals at no cost to its more than 700 students. guests: President Scott Dolan; featured chefs such as Qui Tran, Gerard Craft, David Choi, Nathaniel Reid, Kevin Nashan, Ben Poremba, Jesse Mendica, Simone Faure, Loryn Nalic and Michael Gallina

by rick miller The ninth annual event at Neiman Marcus brought St. Louis fashionistas out for brunch bites and beauty tips to raise funds for journalism scholarships.

A runway show delivered the latest fall fashions. guests: event co-chairs Aisha Sultan and Ameena Sultan Khan, emcee Jasmine Huda of Fox 2, Neiman Marcus VP and general manager Cheryl DiMauro, Press Club president William Greenblatt, Press Club executive director Glenda Partlow

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The benefit concert was held at The Ethical Society in support of music and art education at The Biome, a school for kindergarten through fifth grade. Renowned opera singer Morris Robinson performed a variety of classical selections accompanied by Gail Hintz on piano. They were joined by Randell McGee and The Biome school choir. A meet and greet was held after the performance. guests: Foundation president Mark Kent, Tom Sudholt of Classic 107.3

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SEMPER FI SOCIETY OF ST. LOUIS gen. james t. conway golf classic by bill barrett Guests enjoyed a round of golf at St. Albans Country Club to provide financial assistance to injured Marines for expenses during a long hospital stay or rehabilitation. By reducing the burden of financial worries for service members and their families, the organization helps them be able to direct their attention toward the recovery process. guests: Founder Gen. James T. Conway (retired), chairman Lt. Col. Mike Fitts (retired), guest of honor Lt. Col. J.D. Harrill, speaker Lt. Col. John Coleman

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FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER by julia m. johnson YOUNG PATIENTS AT AREA HOSPITALS HAVE A SPECIAL ALLY in Friends

of Kids with Cancer. The nonprofit has been around for nearly three decades, brightening children’s lives as they undergo cancer therapy. Its educational, recreational and emotional support programs allow patients to build strength and self-esteem during and after treatment. With the help of health professionals, staff, volunteers and generous St. Louisans who support the organization, kids can rest assured they are never in the fight alone.

Executive director Brandy Bimslager says one of the most meaningful ways people can get involved is by purchasing tickets to the nonprofit’s annual Fashion Show & Boutique fundraiser. This year, it is scheduled for Nov. 11 at The Ritz-Carlton. “The two-part event features lunch and dinner fashion shows and items for sale from local shops,” Bimslager says. “It raises a significant amount for our programs and is a major portion of our yearly budget.” The shows feature fall clothing and accessories from Mister Guy and Dillards and shoes from Famous Footwear. Young patients walk the runway as fashion models and get to keep a few of their favorite items. They are treated to a red carpet experience with gifts, hairstyling, makeup and photos, and each child’s family receives a complimentary stay at the hotel.

At the evening show, there will be some extra excitement. Members of the St. Louis Blues will be in attendance, mingling with fans and getting to know the kids. “Players will escort our models on the runway,” Bimslager says. “This is the team’s second year of involvement, and they have been wonderful partners. It’s such a thrilling experience for the kids to meet them, especially after this year’s Stanley Cup championship.”

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Hanson will speak. There will be special tributes to military veterans, a designer handbag raffle at the luncheon event, and silent and live auctions at the evening soiree. And for guests looking to do a little holiday shopping, the boutiques will offer clothes, jewelry, home products, accessories and gifts. Moneta is Runway Sponsor, and Golden Oak Lending is the Spotlight Sponsor.

Shopping gets under way at 10 a.m., lunch is at 11:30 a.m., and the first fashion show follows. In the evening, guests can enjoy shopping and cocktails at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and the second fashion show and auctions afterward. “We often have former patients buy a table each year to celebrate with family and friends,” Bimslager says. “They always refer to it as an unforgettable experience. It’s gratifying to see how the event has grown over the years, both in the number of guests and the funds raised.”

According to Bimslager, the shows don’t just generate dollars; they also raise an abundance of joy, hope and well-being for young patients and their families. “It’s a fun, incredible day,” she says. “St. Louis is such a philanthropic, community-driven city. This is an amazing way for people to show their commitment and see how their support makes a difference. It’s exciting to cheer for the runway models as they enjoy the spotlight and forget about their treatment for a day. They get a chance to shine, their personalities really come through, and each one can enjoy just being a kid.” &

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APRONOMICS

by julia m. johnson | photos by bill barrett FEW PROFESSIONS ARE AS DEMANDING OR UNPREDICTABLE as

running a restaurant. Long hours, busy kitchens and the changing tastes of the dining public all can take their toll. So it’s an accomplishment when a restaurateur is able to keep the doors open for a decade or more, says William Roth, who operates the West End Grill & Pub with Neill Costello.

Roth says their 12-year-old restaurant on North Boyle Avenue went through some recent ups and downs, and there were plans earlier this year to transfer it to new owners. But that deal hit the skids, and it seemed like putting the pub on the market was the only option. “We even held a ‘farewell week’ and were beginning to disassemble things,” says Roth, founder of St. Louis Actors’ Studio and The Gaslight Theater next door, among other arts endeavors.

But when a group of regular diners heard of the plan, they banded together to rescue the restaurant. “Two neighbors asked if they could meet with us to talk about pooling their money and saving it,” Roth says. “Later, the group grew to four people, and eventually several more came in. They really wanted us to stick around.” He notes that the pub’s issues were not major, mostly the normal vicissitudes of the restaurant industry. “With the new group in place, we realized that if we could boost traffic early in the week, we’d be back on solid footing,” Roth says.

The new stakeholders wanted to keep the West End Grill experience mostly intact but with a few updates, so the menu underwent a bit of a refresh, and the restaurant interior got some new photos, paint and upholstery. New staff members joined the team as well. “I own the building, so even though we had planned to sell the restaurant, I wasn’t actually going anywhere,” Roth notes.

“Now, Neill and I are the only ones left of the original ownership.” He adds

that the new co-owners often come in to offer ideas and suggestions. And there are regular staff meetings to ensure the front and back of the house are communicating well.

Not surprisingly, favorites like Green Curry Mussels have stayed on the menu. “Our regulars think they’re the best in St. Louis,” Roth says. “People also love our Braunschweiger Sandwich, which you can’t get anywhere else in town. There is Sunday brunch with favorites like Eggs Benedict, and we still have our Thursday raw oyster nights, which always sell out. We are not really chef-centric; we just offer good, progressive pub fare with great specials each day.” He says that the restaurant is committed to consistency, making sure each dish looks and tastes like it should every time.

Other menu staples include Corkscrew Calamari and Roasted Seasonal Hummus appetizers; small plates such as Shrimp & Grits; a selection of burgers and sandwiches; and entrees like Fish & Chips, Brown Sugar Pork Chops and Vegan Stir-Fry. With the theater next door, patrons don’t have to walk far for dinner and a show, and live music and trivia nights often are on tap at the pub. “We’ve always had an art and culture bent,” Roth explains.

“We love promoting actors, musicians and other creative people. We know that something interesting needs to happen here each day in order to bring customers back.”

So how do Roth and Costello feel about the major vote of confidence they received from their clientele? “At its best, a restaurant should be a pillar of the community,” Roth notes. “When diners say your restaurant is such an integral part of the neighborhood that they can’t imagine it without you, that’s pretty great.”

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WINE CAN BE DOWNRIGHT CONFUSING. Most people are

only interested in drinking it, but having even a little knowledge will go a long way. If you consume enough wine and information, you eventually develop skills naturally. Here are a few tips for looking like a wine expert in front of your friends.

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Read the back of the bottle.

Show others you pick out your wines by more than just a catchy name or label by digging a little deeper. Often, wines will have the history of the winery or important facts on the backs of their bottles. Paying attention to the alcohol level often listed here as well is helpful. Sometimes wineries intentionally mislead consumers on how much alcohol is in the wine, so knowing the typical level of your favorite grape can help you compare it to others.

Look up vintages.

Every year is different, in life and in wine. Some years are fruitful, and some years, wine isn’t made at all! Doing a quick web search on vintages will make you look intelligent and will broaden your understanding of the quality. Save yourself from buying bottles from inferior years. In literally 2 minutes, you can do an online search and rattle off simple facts about the weather in Napa, Burgundy or wherever your favorite wine is made.

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Talk about fruit, tannins and structure.

Is your wine fruity or tart? Does it leave your mouth dry? How long can you taste it after you drink it? These things are what experts talk about when judging wine. Even if you’re completely wrong about everything you’re saying, just categorizing your thoughts like this will make you look like you know what you’re talking about. While your friends might remark that it’s really good or smooth, you can pontificate about how the wine smells fruity, goes tart on the palate and then has a long, dry finish. Pay attention to the basics, slow down and think about what you are smelling and tasting. Sometimes looking like you know what you are talking about is just stating the obvious.

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Pair food and wine.

If you bring a bottle to a party, bring food to pair with it.

This could be something as simple as Champagne and potato chips, or goat cheese and sauvignon blanc. Showing people you pay attention to what you drink with your food is an endearing quality. Once again, a little web search can go a long way if you are completely in doubt. Pairing wine with food really does open up another world when dining. Whether you follow expert advice or enjoy experimenting, invite friends over and become your group’s wine guru!

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hen you walk into a supermarket, what is the first thing you notice? Probably the neatly stacked pyramids of perfectly colored fruits and pleasingly plump vegetables in the produce department.

You’re not likely to spy spindly carrots, misshapen cucumbers or lumpy lemons. That’s because grocery stores rely heavily on appearance to attract shoppers to their displays.

So what happens to the items that don't win points for beauty? Most of them go to waste, says Reilly Brock, content manager for Imperfect Foods (formerly Imperfect Produce), a San Francisco-based distributor that recently opened a location in Olivette.

Its mission is to remedy the problem of food waste by selling 'ugly' produce and other items at low cost while offering a pleasant, convenient buying experience. With a few mouse clicks, shoppers can get customized shipments of less-than-perfect groceries delivered to their doorsteps. Brock notes that the products work just as well for recipes and meals, and customers say they feel good about helping combat such a major environmental issue.

According to Brock, ugly produce usually ends up rotting in farm fields or being thrown out by retailers. In fact, the USDA estimates that between 30% and 40% of our food supply never makes it to the plate. “That's a lot of lost revenue for farmers who already operate with thin profit margins,” Brock says. “Since Imperfect Foods launched in 2015, we have saved more than 80 million pounds of food from the garbage heap, and our suppliers are happy to sell more of their products while doing what's right for the planet. We believe that food is food no matter what it looks like, and we should all do our part to value the resources that go into it.”

The idea is pretty simple: Shoppers visit the Imperfect Foods website and choose a 'green box' of organic items or a 'regular box' of conventional products. The site suggests things that are in season, and they can add or delete whatever they like. Then, a local fleet of trucks fans out to deliver the customized cartons.

Perishable items are boxed with cold packs to keep them fresh.

Brock says Imperfect Foods recently expanded its business model to include dairy, eggs, vegan products, packaged foods that are approaching their 'best by' dates and those that are left over after a rebranding or other change. He notes that the packaged foods are perfectly good and safe to use, they just no longer fit the plans of manufacturers or retailers. An example is Bob's Red Mill baking mixes and cereals, which recently switched to resealable bags. Imperfect Foods was able to buy leftover wares from the company and sell them at a low cost, keeping thousands of pounds of usable ingredients out of the trash.

Brock adds that another important part of the company's mission is to make grocery shopping more enjoyable. “We want it to be a holistic experience with less stress,” he says. “People love that they can do all of their shopping on our website and avoid extra trips to the store.

Our business model also results in lower carbon emissions because customers can leave their cars in the garage. They get delicious food conveniently delivered, growers and producers make a better living, and everyone gets a more sustainable food system.”

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EXPERT CARE ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL by stephanie zeilenga SALEM PRESTIEN WAS 22 WEEKS PREGNANT when she learned her daughter, Lilia, would be born with a heart defect. Already caring for an 18-month-old with medical challenges, Prestien and her family decided to move from Springfield, Missouri, to St. Louis to be closer to the St. Louis Children’s and Washington University Heart Center. Staffed by a multidisciplinary team of fetal heart experts, including pediatric cardiologists, neonatologists and surgeons, the center provides a continuum of care from fetal diagnosis through postnatal health and neurodevelopmental treatment.

Many parents are referred to the Heart Center by their OBs who suspect a fetal heart problem.

The goal is to get families in right away to begin counseling them on the nature of the defect and to plan for the baby’s postnatal needs, says Dr. Caroline Lee, medical director of the Fetal Heart Center, a division of the Heart Center. “We then meet every month or so throughout the pregnancy to make sure the family understands everything that’s going to happen,” Lee says.

Lilia was born at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, the center’s affiliated adult hospital, last October.

She immediately was taken to the cardiac intensive care unit for a few procedures, and she will undergo a more intensive surgery in a few years. Her progress continues to be evaluated by the Heart Center’s High-Risk Infant Interstage Monitoring Program, which prepares families to take their babies home and helps them monitor growth and oxygen levels. “We provide them with an oxygen saturation monitor and scale, and at least twice a week, they provide an update on the baby’s status,” Lee says. “This gives parents some peace of mind and helps us track the baby’s progress.”

Most infants with cardiac issues have delayed development. The center’s Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Program helps with that. “As survival rates improve, we’re increasingly focused on quality of life,” Lee says. Therapy is arranged wherever the baby lives, and local patients go to the center’s neurodevelopmental clinic to be monitored and treated by a multidisciplinary team, including a neurologist, psychologist, dietitian, and physical, occupational and speech therapists, among other experts.

The Heart Center doesn’t just care for its small patients, however. Recognizing that parents need emotional support throughout the process, staff refers them to a Perinatal Behavioral Health Service therapist for counseling during pregnancy and the postpartum period. “The counseling was so important because it gave me a place to go every week where I knew, even for just an hour, that I wasn’t going to be taking care of someone but rather someone was going to be taking care of me,” Prestien recalls.

Lilia just turned 1 and is doing well, her mother reports. “She is learning to eat, roll and crawl— all of the regular things babies are supposed to do,” Prestien says. “Moving to St. Louis was the best decision we ever made. Now that we’re just down the road from the hospital, Lilia gets to have therapy every week, which has helped close any gaps in her development caused by her hospitalizations. We also are able to live with a much more comfortable state of mind knowing that if she should need immediate care, we’re already in the best PROGRESS IN PE DIATRICS place for her.” & SPEC IAL SECT ION

THE ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S AND WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HEART CENTER OFFERS A COMPLETE CONTINUUM OF CARE FOR ITS PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT STLOUISCHILDRENS.ORG/CONDITIONS-TREATMENTS/HEART-CENTER OR CALL 800.678.5437. PICTURED ON THE COVER: FETAL HEART CENTER DIRECTOR CAROLINE LEE, M.D.; JULIE STUMPF, MSN, R.N.; MARY JANE BROGE, R.N., CPNP; KYM GALBRAITH, R.N., BSN. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER | COVER PHOTO BY BILL BARRETT

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Notice the Signs: Common Disorders Among Children & Teens by stephanie wallace

It’s not always easy being a kid. Children and teens face daily challenges and stressors that can be compounded by a variety of common issues, ranging from depression and anxiety to eating disorders and ADHD. We talked to local experts about how parents can watch for warning signs and take action to get their kids the support they need.

EATING DISORDERS

WHAT THEY LOOK LIKE: The median age of onset for both

bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa is 18, but Dr. Sarah Garwood, an adolescent medicine physician at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, says there is a growing number of preteens developing eating disorders. “Warning signs include making excuses not to eat with the family and changing dietary habits, such as eliminating entire food groups,” she explains. “Children also may make comments about disliking their bodies or wanting to lose weight.” She adds that actual weight loss sometimes can be tricky to gauge. It doesn’t come with disorders like bulimia, and in cases of anorexia, the change can be gradual, so parents might not notice initially.

WHAT PARENTS CAN DO: “It’s always best to start with a

visit to your pediatrician,” Garwood says. “They can give you advice and connect you with more resources and support.” With anorexia, the first priority after diagnosis is weight restoration. After nutritional rehabilitation, therapy can help adolescents work through body image issues and form a healthier perspective. At home, Garwood suggests having as many family meals together as possible.

Eating disorders are twice as prevalent among girls.

To help address eating disorders preemptively, she says to avoid talking about weight and body shape with young children. “Don’t criticize the weight of others or talk about needing to lose a few pounds yourself,” she notes. “Instead, make the conversation about healthy bodies and smart eating decisions. If your child is complaining abou t her body, help her focus on all of the good things it can do, not what it looks like.”

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WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE: Excess weight puts children and teens at risk for high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, joint problems and more. If you’re worried about your child’s weight, Garwood suggests consulting your pediatrician. “It’s really important that you don’t shame your child for being overweight,” she adds. “The goal is to have a healthy body image while making better choices about diet and exercise.”

WHAT PARENTS CAN DO: “It’s important

to be good role models,” Garwood says.

“Demonstrate proper exercise and diet and don’t talk negatively about your body. Your kids will see the relationship between having a healthy attitude about your weight and taking good care of your body.” She adds that it’s important to focus on health. If your child makes lifestyle improvements but doesn’t see a drastic change in weight, spotlight how the changes are the right steps toward being healthy.

Obesity impacts around 18.5% of children and adolescents in the U.S.

ANXIETY

WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE: “An anxious brain

overestimates the probability and severity of a negative reaction,” says Jennifer Kamer, a licensed professional counselor with the Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute. “The No. 1 coping mechanism people employ is avoiding whatever triggers that response.” Adolescents may try to get out of going to school or choose not to participate in class. Those dealing with social anxiety may avoid making eye contact or resist tasks that necessitate interacting with strangers, like ordering food or going through a check-out line.

More than 30% of adolescents have an anxiety disorder, and 8.3% struggle with severe impairment.

While anxiety disorders often are triggered by puberty, they still can affect younger children, according to Kamer. “Kids under 13 don’t always have the vocabulary to describe what they’re feeling,” she says. “They often discuss anxiety in terms of physical symptoms. They may not want to speak in class because it gives them a headache, or meeting new people might cause a stomachache.” Younger kids also might seek F12 |

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reassurance by asking repeated questions about the source of their anxiety. For example, if they are scared of storms, they may repeatedly ask an adult to check the weather.

WHAT PARENTS CAN DO: Kamer notes that it’s important to be educated about the issue. There are many books and resources available, including support groups. She also suggests talking with teens about what triggers their anxiety and how certain actions make them nervous. For younger children, Kamer cautions against constant reassurance. “While it lowers their anxiety in the moment, it is not a healthy, long-term solution,” she says. “It reinforces that their fears are valid.” Instead, she suggests introducing them to mindfulness activities, which can help them relax.

OCD

WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE: Obsessive

compulsive disorder is more common in teens than children. Only 25% of cases present before Early-onset the age of 14, according to Dr. Jennifer Heithaus, OCD impacts a SLUCare development around 3% pediatrician at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon of children Children’s Hospital. and adolescents.

“OCD is characterized by obsessive, intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors,” she explains. Indicators for the disorder are any behaviors repeated over a significant portion of the day.

Heithaus adds that the intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors don’t always seem connected. “There can be a logical link, such as excessive hand washing because of preoccupation with germs, but it can be any repetitive behavior done to relieve the thought,” she says. “Someone may think he’ll be in a car crash if he doesn’t touch the car door five times before getting in.”

WHAT PARENTS CAN DO: OCD tendencies can look like anxiety or depression, Heithaus notes. She suggests consulting a professional about any significant behavioral changes that impact your child’s school performance, social life and extracurriculars. “OCD is a unique disorder,” she says. “Your physician can help connect you with a psychologist who is trained to help with these types of behaviors and thoughts.”

DEPRESSION

WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE: Isolation and a loss of interest are common indicators, according to Kamer. Changes in appetite, sleeping more and difficulty concentrating also are signs that adolescents are struggling with depression. “To make themselves feel better, teens often turn to an outside source, such as alcohol, drugs or self-harm,” she adds. “Boys especially may seem irritable or angry.”

WHAT PARENTS CAN DO: “Depression

An estimated

includes a ‘shutting 3.2 million down’ factor, so it can be hard for children adolescents in or teens to talk about the U.S. have what they are feeling,” had at least one Kamer says. “The most important thing is that major depressive parents have calm and episode. empathetic responses.

Being too critical can be invalidating, and adolescents internalize that there is something wrong with them.” Professional counseling can help parents work collaboratively with their children, and your family doctor or pediatrician can refer you to additional resources.

ADHD

WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE: “Attention-deficit/

hyperactivity disorder is a developmental disorder, so it is present all along,” Heithaus says. “In younger kids, it often looks like a high activity level and can be easy for parents to pick up on. With age, the hyperactivity tends to lessen, and in its place, you’ll see more inattention and disorganization.” Warning signs of inattentive ADHD include an inability to keep up with schoolwork and a messy room. Heithaus adds that it sometimes looks like a learning disability since it impacts academic performance.

WHAT PARENTS CAN DO: Parents should

work closely with their children’s schools.

Heithaus notes it’s likely that teachers will observe the same warning signs. “The school can provide services and make modifications to help students with ADHD,” she says. “You also can consult with your pediatrician to determine if medication is necessary. Many kids benefit from working with a psychologist as well.” &

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from the homeowners » Built in 1902, the house on Hortense Place is one with a lot of stories in its walls. Constructed by one of St. Louis’ most prominent figures (keep reading to find out who!), it has hosted local celebrities and foreign dignitaries alike. “The home has beautiful features, like 10-foot ceilings, ornate woodwork and neoclassical architecture,” says current owner Rod Jones. “But I really love the fact that it has a history.” He and his wife, Benton, have enjoyed being part of the property’s legacy, but now, he says it’s time for another family to leave its mark.

What are some of the benefits of living in the CWE? It’s a very active, diverse neighborhood, and it has some of the best dining establishments that you can find anywhere. Whenever we had guests from the coasts, they always were surprised by the Central West End. It’s one of the most culturally alive neighborhoods in St. Louis, and we have enjoyed being a part of it.

Plus, our neighbors on Hortense Place have been great. You couldn’t ask for a better group of people.

Do you know anything about the home’s history?

It was built by Albert Bond Lambert, who was a very prominent St. Louis resident. He was heir to the Lambert Pharmaceutical Company, which manufactured Listerine, and

and plumbing. It was like they rebuilt everything from top to bottom. It’s one of the most complete renovations done on any house on Hortense Place.

Lambert International Airport is named after him. He had the house constructed ahead of the 1904 World’s Fair and actually participated as a golfer in the Olympic games that were held in the city that year. Lambert was a great promoter of aviation, and he helped back Charles Lindbergh, who actually stayed at the house. The king of Sweden also was a guest, and we were told the fireplace in the solarium was a gift from him.

How do you like to use the outdoor space?

The house is on a double lot, so there is a lot of space. Along with the pool, there is a basketball court and play area. We spent probably 10 months of the year outdoors.

Did you make changes to the house?

We added a new pool and landscaping and did a few cosmetic changes like updating light fixtures and rugs. We didn’t have to do much because the owners before us did an extensive renovation. They had the basement completely redone and replaced all of the electrical

Is there anything you want the next owner to know?

Enjoy it. The house is a piece of history. It’s really rich in character, and while it may seem large, it fits a family like a warm blanket. It’s such a great holiday house. There’s no better place to gather together and celebrate.

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We just purchased a house for our daughter in Francis Place. We need to replace the roof, windows and interior doors. We also want to remove the concrete walkway and stairs in the front and move them to the side. She wants a rustic/traditional house. We’re not sure how to incorporate that into the design, but we would like to do a metal roof and black windows. We definitely will remove all of the shrubbery and trees in front and around the house. Not crazy about painting the house white or gray, but it might be an option.

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DEAR MAKE IT RUSTIC,

Since the existing façade has elegant Georgian themes, we are going to need to add some rougher textures to make it feel more rustic, as the proposed black windows and metal roof will send it in the opposite direction. In this situation, some wider wood-board shutters will help quite a bit. A new projecting porch roof with wood brackets will make the front door pop.

For increased texture, I suggest a whitewash of the brick that leaves some of the original color showing through, which gives the brick an aged, informal feel. The front walk has been moved to the left side, and a new garden with corner light piers will further enhance the front door. Window boxes and lower hedges complete the look.

I hope this is close to what your daughter was hoping for; at least it will give you something to talk about!

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721 Stifel Ridge Court $785,000 | Pr/SqFt: $174.37 Coldwell Banker Gundaker Real Estate Agent: Mary Beth Benes 26 Bonhomme Grove Court $975,000 | Pr/SqFt: $219.99 Laura McCarthy Real Estate Agent: Jill Azar

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7659 Carswold Drive $520,000 | Pr/SqFt: $320.99 Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty Agents: The Warner Hall Group 750 S. Hanley Road, No. 60 $740,000 | Pr/SqFt: $279.56 Gladys Manion Real Estate Agent: Holly Bry 800 S. Hanley Road, No. 8D $2,100,000 | Pr/SqFt: $426.48 Laura McCarthy Real Estate Agent: Lizzy Dooley

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3 Elm Ave. $502,500 | Pr/SqFt: $172.50 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate Agent: Janet Zerler 726 Bent Brook Road $524,000 | Pr/SqFt: $207.36 RedKey Realty Leaders Agent: Amy Wellman 617 Flanders Drive $590,000 | Pr/SqFt: $209.52 Laura McCarthy Real Estate Agent: Elizabeth St. Cin 502 Pointe Essex Court $780,000 | Pr/SqFt: $267.31 Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield Agent: Dawn Krause

63124 〉〉

939 Winterwood Lane $599,000 | Pr/SqFt: $280.04 Janet McAfee Real Estate Agent: Liza Thornhill 26 Daryl Lane $622,000 | Pr/SqFt: $252.13 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agents: Mark & Neil Gellman 9858 Copper Hill Road $923,000 | Pr/SqFt: $341.85 Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty Agent: Ted Wight 44 Gouvenor Lane $1,068,500 | Pr/SqFt: $256.36 Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty Agents: The Warner Hall Group 17 Rio Vista Drive $1,140,000 | Pr/SqFt: $264.38 Laura McCarthy Real Estate Agent: Lizzy Dooley 2026 Log Cabin Lane $1,850,000 | Pr/SqFt: $265.61 Gladys Manion Real Estate Agent: Gina Bundy 28 Fair Oaks Drive $2,100,000 | Pr/SqFt: $321.44 Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty Agent: Stephanie Oliver

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12001 Berkley Manor Drive $520,000 | Pr/SqFt: $217.39 RedKey Realty Leaders Agent: Amy Wellman 12027 Gailcrest Lane $1,725,000 | Pr/SqFt: $245.69 Janet McAfee Real Estate Agent: Marcy Byrne

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27 Tealwood Drive $900,000 | Pr/SqFt: $312.83 Worth Clark Realty Agent: Kenneth Ruwe 225 Clion Lane $1,255,000 | Pr/SqFt: $282.91 Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield Agent: Kevin Darr

4 UPPER DROMARA LANE Beautiful custom built home nestled on one acre with luxury features and updates throughout. Incredible craftmanship featuring: • A gourmet kitchen with hearth room • Main floor master suite • 12 seat tiered home theater • Fitness room • exceptional custom maple wet bar with copper ceilings • 3 car garage • $1,825,000

A must see!

GINA BUNDY 314.267.6262 GinaB@GladysManion.com

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KAFFA ABOUNADER 314.827.7287 KaffaA@GladysManion.com OCTOBER 16, 2019 | townandstyle.com | F21