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A pair of friendly sharks made a splash at Shriners Hospital for Children. The two are mascots for the aquarium, which donated aquatic toys to young patients.

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At the nonprofit’s fourth annual Discovery Day at the Zoo, students from Fairview Primary School were fitted for athletic shoes and learned about pollinators.

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IN THE KNOW COVER STORY – St. Joseph’s Academy TALK OF THE TOWNS THE INSIDER PATTY UNLEASHED 11 THE VELVET HAMMER 12 STRICTLY BUSINESS 14 15 16 20

STANDOUT SCHOOLS COVER STORY – Rohan Woods School SPECIAL FEATURE – Halloween Event Listing SPECIAL FEATURE – Outstanding Local Teachers HEARD IN THE HALLS

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PHOTO ALBUM 〉〉 21 SAVE THE DATE 22 SNAPPED! St. Louis Symphony Orchestra 23 Endangered Wolf Center 24 Radio Arts Foundation SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital

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President and CEO Opal Jones was honored with the Spirit of Justice Award from the Saint Louis Bar Foundation.

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FOUNDED IN 1840 BY THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH OF CARONDELET, ST. JOSEPH’S ACADEMY IS AN ALL-GIRLS, CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL IN FRONTENAC. PICTURED ON THE COVER: ALUMNA STEPHANIE WEHMEIER WITH CURRENT STUDENTS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.394.4300 OR VISIT SJA1840.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO BY TIM PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

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I admit I’m happy to be past that planning process. Instead of hunting for a wedding gown, I am all-consumed with finding Halloween costumes for my kids. Some very specific requests this year took quality online searching, and I have no real ideas for the youngest, who is in the awkward costume stage: She doesn’t really get it or care, she’s walking but not all of the time, and she has very strong opinions about what is allowed on her head. Something will come about, and I will enjoy the holiday as St. Louisans do … with trunk-or-treating, excessive lawn decorations and fire pits in the driveway. Be sure to check out our Halloween Event Listing on pg. 15 for the best local celebrations to add to your festivities!

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I started thinking about all of this as I was going through our Weddings & Celebrations special section, and I realized I lucked out. I am very happily married and my husband’s family is the opposite of all I mentioned above: they welcomed me with open arms, they are extremely thoughtful, and they are ‘crazy’ only in a humorous, laugh-it-off way. But as you’re planning your big day (for some unique ideas, check out pg. 29), you don’t really know what lies ahead. We wish it’s nothing but the best for our fashion model this issue. She’s actually the daughter of one of our own and a recognizable face in town, and she’s showing off some great wedding looks.

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Getting married is kind of like a cruel joke. Before you jump to conclusions about what I mean, let me explain.You start falling in love with someone and picture a life with kids, dogs, the whole deal … and then you meet their family. What if they don’t accept you? What if they think you’re not good enough? What if mom, dad, brothers or sisters are so off the wall, uninviting or just plain mean and crazy that you can’t imagine spending a holiday with them, let alone Sunday brunch?

It happens. You don’t get to choose them like you chose your one and only.

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math in today’s world, and it’s equally critical that everyone has access to STEM education and career opportunities. Yet women have been a minority in these fields for decades. “Women bring diversity of thought and talent,” says architect Stephanie Wehmeier. “We represent half of the world’s population, yet our presence in STEM-related careers is severely lacking. Lasting, impactful solutions that affect change in the world are only possible when everyone’s thoughts and talents are maximized.” Wehmeier is a graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy. The all-girls, Catholic high school in Frontenac offers a rigorous curriculum that challenges each student to grow intellectually and achieve excellence in whatever she pursues.

The National Coalition of Girls’ Schools found that graduates of all-girls institutions report a 10% greater confidence in their ability to use technical skills and understand scientific concepts than their coeducated peers. To help create the leaders of tomorrow, St. Joseph’s Academy offers a robust, hands-on STEM program. Over the past three years, the school has expanded the courses offered in its computer science and engineering department. The program is designed to help students build the skills they need to succeed in modern careers, and classes cover a broad range of topics, ranging from video production to JAVA coding.

The curriculum’s effectiveness is tangible in the success of the school’s alumni, and Wehmeier is a great example. A 2011 graduate, she studied architecture at the University of Notre Dame and pursued a career at the firm Hastings + Chivetta, where she is now a junior designer.

“St. Joseph’s Academy provides an environment that encourages young women to explore and engage academically, socially and spiritually,” she says. “I gained exposure to a wide breadth of subjects, and the STEM and art classes offered sparked my interest in architecture. The emphasis on academic exploration and character growth prepared me for the transition into college and beyond.”

Wehmeier is currently sharing her experience with current students in the Engineering and Design Application class, and her architecture firm is helping the school make some exciting changes that will allow it to continue best serving young women. New initiatives include a stateof-the-art science and engineering facility and studios for painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture and digital art. She hopes the project inspires students to learn about the design process. “In architecture, no decision is arbitrary, and I hope they experience their new spaces and connect with this intentionality,” she says. “This project exemplifies the school’s mission to foster strong leaders. My goal is to provide an environment that encourages young women to explore as many fields and opportunities as they wish.”

These renovations and other projects were made possible thanks in part to a $3.5 million donation from the estate of alumna Barbara Weidert, who graduated in 1947. “This gift provides us with a major boost toward funding integrated science and art facilities, while also increasing scholarship support,” says school president Dr. Regina Mooney. “Barbara Weidert’s overwhelming generosity and the gifts of many other individual supporters will have a lasting impact on the lives of our current and future students.” &

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UNION STATION 〉〉

Who wants to drive almost into Franklin County to ride a Ferris wheel, unless they need to stock up on fireworks, too? Instead, just head east to the rapidly evolving family entertainment complex that is Union Station. The recently opened St. Louis Wheel towers about 200 feet above the lake, new carousel and scrumpdillyicious soda fountain, and the view is nearly as impressive as it is from 430 feet higher at the top of the Gateway Arch. The gondolas are climate-controlled, and I only waited 5 minutes to climb aboard on a cool, overcast Friday. Toasty inside, my gondola made three smooth and gentle rotations, stopping several times for those needing 100 photos to show anyone willing to look. If you work downtown, you’ve likely seen the Wheel on your commutes to and from the office. Its spokes are illuminated with color-changing LEDs; it’s a unique ride. Unless you’re acrophobic, of course, being high above the Earth is awesome most anywhere. OK, then. There will be sharks. No worries though. They’ll swim lazily among the 13,000 or so other fish in a 120,000-square-foot, two-story, 1-million-gallon aquarium set to open sometime later this year. (Wowsers, we say! And well said, we agree.) The $185 million reinvention of the 1894-vintage station is already wildly imaginative and fun, even without an aquarium in the metro to rival Shedd in Chicago.

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By 2045, the metro’s percentage of people 65 or older is projected to rise from 14.9 percent to 25 percent.

Mary Ryder Home, founded in 1930 by St. Louisans who witnessed first-hand the Great Depression’s devastation—especially for women who were abandoned, homeless and without support—has expanded its reach by joining Provident Behavioral Health. Leadership teams and boards will be combined, and all employees will be retained.

Located in the CWE, Mary Ryder is home to 65 St. Louis senior women, offering them safety and support while meeting their mental and physical needs. From bereavement to financial changes to loss of mental and physical function, this population especially can benefit from behavioral health care. In addition, Provident manages feelingkindablue.org, a peer-to-peer social networking site.

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Another stupid crime, another life-changing injury.

Recently, a suspected shoplifter fleeing Menards struck employee Michelle Arthur, 49, with a car. Arthur was hospitalized in critical condition with a head injury.

Michael Flamion, a Ballwin cop shot during a July 2016 traffic stop, uses a wheelchair he controls with his mouth. C. Stanton Coats, 63, was semi-retired, clerking part time at a state-controlled North Carolina liquor store in 1968 when two robbers burst in, demanding money. One shot him, paralyzing him from the chest down. He went to Craig Rehabilitation Center near Denver to learn how to live despite his diminished physical capacity. Arthur, Flamion and Coats have Craig Hospital in common. I don’t know Arthur; I’ve met Flamion once. He seemed grateful for the support of his family, his colleagues and the community. Coats was my beloved grandfather. My mother said her dad never expressed bitterness during the remaining 20 years of his life. He kept his feelings to himself—even after the convicted criminals walked out of prison.

Grandpa never walked again. Flamion, who also has no use of his arms, may not either. I don’t know about Arthur, but her firefighter husband suspects rehab will be long and difficult. Other than reading about a litany of criminal charges and a $250,000 bond, I have heard nothing about the driver who hit her. But the punishment rarely fits the crime, especially when you hear about the trauma caused for these two people hurt in Ballwin. Usually, criminals couldn’t care less about the permanent damage they have caused, both physical and emotional. Community service should be included in any sentence. In these cases, I think felons also should spend at least a month in a wheelchair.

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The last day of a streetcar system operating in and around the StL was May 21, 1966. So, were vintage streetcars—the Loop Trolley, which debuted 11 months ago and is expected to hit the end of the line next month—an anachronism? It was a well-intentioned project from the start for those who rallied behind

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Joe Edwards, tireless business and civic leader behind so many redevelopment projects in the Delmar Loop, who had envisioned such a project for more than 20 years. But almost everything about the new line, which received a $25 million federal grant in the early years of this decade, went off the rails. An early route along Olive Boulevard from the CWE to downtown never came to fruition. Big donors kicked in, as did the county: the latter, $3 million. Construction started late. Delays.

More delays. The ultimate cost? Some $51 million. The long-awaited, much-ballyhooed maiden voyage was postponed from Nov. 15, 2018, to Nov. 16 because of a heavy, early snow. Not a good omen. The route—from the west end of the Loop to the history museum in Forest Park—only made sense, in my amateur analysis, for tourists. Your faithful scribe lives with his wife and dog in the west end of town near I-170 and Delmar. So why didn’t it start there, we asked ourselves? Shouldn’t it at least have gone deeper into the park, or even the CWE, others asked? Many questions, few answers.

Ridership didn’t meet expectations; fare revenue lagged behind projections. Trolley management says $200,000 is needed to survive until November, a halfmillion more to make it to 2020. Although the County Council has stated flatly that it would cough up no more funding, the City of St. Louis has yet to weigh in.

Eventually, could the three beautifully restored trolleys be transported (by truck? Train?) to the National Museum of Transportion on Barrett Station Road? Or, could they become the first exhibit in a new museum called the U.S. Boondoggle Bunker at the Loop Trolley headquarters building? There might be room for all three underutilized streetcars, an Edsel or two, and maybe even the ill-fated Spruce Goose, an immense, ungainly wooden seaplane designed and built by Howard Hughes. It got into the air only once, and that might have been by accident.

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WILDWOOD 〉〉 Mauricio Gobbo’s company transferred him in 2008 from Brazil to Connecticut for what he and his wife, Susan Gobbo, thought would be a short-term assignment.

What started as a grand adventure in paradise, with jaunts to New England, Philadelphia, Boston and New York, was but a honeymoon. His assignment became permanent—in St. Louis. Susan, whose career in a São Paulo hospital was as a physical therapist in the ICU caring for cardiac and pulmonary patients, soon found that she had become ‘less than.’ “There, I was Dr. Susan,” she says. “Here, I was Mauricio’s wife and Laura’s mom.” (Since inquiring minds want to know, Laura, 18, graduated from Eureka High School, answers Susan, chuckling at the question.) Although Susan was studying English, people were condescending because of her accent. Her family and friends in Brazil didn’t understand, saying she had to be living a queen’s life. But many spouses who don’t integrate well end up returning to their countries, some leaving their partners as well.

As her loneliness and frustration mounted at home in

Wildwood, she started research that showed she was not alone: Like many professional ‘trailing spouses,’ she was depressed. When you’re in the middle of it, you don’t realize it. “I saw the problem, and I set out to solve it,” she says. She contacted the St. Louis Mosaic Project at the World Trade Center here in 2014. Accomplished and gregarious, she soon co-founded a meetup group for

international spouses, among them physicians, lawyers and businesswomen in their countries of origin. They do everything from visit the botanical garden and art museum to learn how to serve on boards. There are more than 400 members. Susan also works side by side with ‘hometown girl’ Annie Schlafly, who founded a mentoring program for international women in 2017. This program also helps acclimate foreign-born professional women to the country and introduce them to corporate entities, not to mention familiarize them with the the Lou’s wonderful peculiarities (i.e., the requisite high school inquiry). At present, 17 groups are in force, each comprising five St. Louis mentors and an equal number of international women. There are five yearly group meetings, six one-on-one. On Oct. 15, 100 women enjoyed a girls’ night out at STL Foodworks.

Other activities include yoga, an international book club, and Blues (yay!) and Cardinals (dang!) games. “We are from different parts of the world, but when we’re together, we speak the same language,” Susan says. &

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▶ Celebrated Haitian-American writer EDWIDGE DANTICAT is set to receive the Saint Louis University Library Associates’ 2019 ST. LOUIS LITERARY AWARD Oct. 24 at The Sheldon. Danticat is the author of works like Breath, Eyes, Memory and The Dew Breaker. SLU students and faculty have led several campus discussions about her work this fall.

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▲ MIRIAM ACADEMY , an independent high school for students with unique learning needs, SOON WILL HAVE A PERMANENT HOME IN THE H.F. EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY BUILDING on North Warson Road. Miriam Foundation bought the 58,000-square-foot property this fall and expects to have it ready for the 2020-21 school year following about $2 million in improvements. Founded in 2016, Miriam Academy currently is located in temporary space on North Ballas Road. The Hebrew school is moving to University City.

k c e h c it ▲ St. Louis authors Barbara Bryant and Betsy Fentress bring a favorite ingredient out of its shell in Pecans: Recipes and History of an American Nut, a cookbook recently released by Rizzoli International Publishing.

It’s chock full of recipes, nutritional tips, food history and enlightening ideas from local culinary personalities like Gerard Craft, Matt McGuire and Jimmy Fiala.

◀ Doctors who want to blaze trails in medical and scientific research will have access to considerable resources and support through the NEW WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE DIVISION OF PHYSICIAN-SCIENTISTS. Headed by rheumatologist and researcher DR. WAYNE YOKOYAMA , the initiative will offer mentorships, leadership programs and more.

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Harry Smith or Lester Holt report on Today. Even though Lester does the evening news for NBC, when they bring him on in the morning, you know it’s for a feel good story. The other day, Harry caused me to stand still for an entire 3-minute segment and then go watch it again online. It was a story about loving our neighbors.

For those of you who follow my column, you know my rule about neighbors: Keep it cordial, say hello and wave when you see them, but it’s not necessary to get overly involved. The houses in my neighborhood are close together, which means I can see into my neighbor’s kitchen. It’s hard to have privacy, so I decided when we moved into our house 14 years ago, I just wouldn’t bother getting to know anyone in the neighborhood. This can be embarrassing at times. At a Town&Style holiday party, I found out our fashion editor lives three houses down from me. Oh, and she knew my husband and dogs because, unlike me, they have not taken this vow of privacy. It’s not like I’ve made my house look scary from the outside to keep people away. It has window boxes with flowers, and the lawn is always mowed; I just might not open my door if you knock on it.

But good old Harry has made me rethink my whole position with his 3-minute report. You see, he talked about this father/daughter business in Dallas that builds these huge tables (neighborstable.com) with matching benches that are meant to be placed in your backyard. The purpose is for you to host pot luck meals with your neighbors, friends, acquaintances and even people you don’t know. Everyone sits together, enjoying a meal and talking. Nothing fancy.

It’s just food and beverages everyone brings to share. What a simple idea. The first time they tried it, 91 people showed up, which tells you that either they over-invited or there are lots of people who want to connect with others.

I always have been a party planner and hostess extraordinaire. The past couple of years, my migraines have made it a bit harder, but I do love to bring people together. I love the holidays and all of the family gatherings. I am usually the first to volunteer to throw a shower or an engagement party, or even to just tell people to come over to swim and eat hot dogs. But these are all people I know. No real strangers.

And that’s why I guess this idea intrigues me so much. Oh, I talk to strangers all the time. I can’t stand in line without talking to someone, but over the past few years, I’ve found myself being very careful about what I say. In no way do I want to talk politics. I am too much of a smart aleck not to give my opinion. Things have gotten so ugly and divisive that even talking about the weather can be dicey. If I’m in a long enough line, I’ll talk about Iceland and the glaciers, and next thing you know ... climate change! Yes, the problem here is me and my mouth.

According to the company’s website, no one from Missouri has ordered a table. I keep thinking maybe I should be the first. The website says, ‘We can live in love. We can live in fear.’ I’m not yet sure which one I am going to choose.

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〈〈 THE MAIN SPOOKY EVENTS 〉〉 Creep over to the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House Oct. 26 for the Bug Ball, a fun celebration of insects and arachnids that includes games, crafts, pumpkin decorating and more. A sensory-friendly version of the event is Oct. 27.

Dress up and get spooked at Howloween in the Delmar Loop, an Oct. 27 festival featuring pet costume contests, a scavenger hunt, kids’ activities and more.

The family-friendly fun starts at noon along Delmar Boulevard.

Head to Forest Park through Oct. 30 for Boo at the Zoo, an annual Halloween fest featuring family activities, games, photo opportunities and more. (For more spine-tingling fun, check out the zoo’s Halloweekends, Oct. 19&20 and 26&27.)

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Recently, I’ve been taking an inordinate amount of time to make decisions, and when I do make one, I’m never fully convinced that I’m making the right choice. How do I stop second-guessing myself?

For people like yourself who agonize over making decisions, you need to start thinking about the valuable cost of your time that could be better spent getting whatever you need to done. A couple of thoughts: Try setting a time limit for your decisions. For instance, if you are thinking about making a career change, tell yourself, “I’m going to make a decision by a certain date.”

Another mistake people often make is overthinking their decisions after they are made. Regret and reflection are useful only if they teach us lessons that we can use in future decision-making, not when they are used to second-guess and undermine our ability to move forward. So, consider not focusing so much on the decision you’ve just made, but what you could do differently in the future.

Lately my stress at the office has spilled over into my personal life. Any do’s and don’ts to help me attain a better balance in dealing with this situation?

When stress at work creates drama at home, it’s usually because we are spending more hours on the job and less time at home. This can translate into a minefield for personal relationships with family and friends. It’s been said that this spillover is especially hazardous to relationships if you are both passionate about your job and obsessed with succeeding. Here are a few do’s and don’ts that might help bring you some balance and mental relief: DO • Build a calming buffer between work and home by taking an exercise class or even a walk during lunch or before going home to help release the rigors of the day.

• Communicate with your partner on what you need to calm down.

• Listen respectfully when your partner needs to vent.

• Reframe your stress as a step toward a promotion or raise.

DON’T • Dump on your partner as soon as you walk through the door.

• Assume both you and your mate decompress the same way.

• Allow your personal time with your significant other to be consumed with complaints about work.

• Presume your spouse wants you to solve his/her problem or wants your advice.

Finally, think about changing your routine. For instance, switch up who picks up the kids at school or who makes dinner. Create mental space by finding a way to hit the reset button together with your spouse. Maybe take a meditation class right after work. This should leave both of you relaxed for time together later in the evening, leaving the stresses of the day where they belong—at the office.

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STRICTLY BUSINESS

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Gatesworth retirement communities made some recent personnel announcements. Laura Ritthamel was named executive director at McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care, and Stacy Muehlher now is director of leasing at The Gatesworth. In other news, McKnight Place Extended Care commemorated its 25th anniversary this month. Residents and their families, staff and other guests celebrated with a cocktail reception, music and entertainment.

Nicci Roach recently was named general manager of RISE St. Louis, a collaborative workspace and event venue in Ladue.

She is completing a doctorate in higher education leadership at Missouri Baptist University.

9814 Clayton Road • St. Louis, MO 63124 • 314.994.0606 • www.signofthearrow.com

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

Standardized Test Prep

Ready Readers, a nonprofit that provides free books and literacy programs to children in low-income communities, recently welcomed Angela Sears Spittal as its new executive director. She is the former director of business operations for LUME Institute, an early childhood professional development organization.

Peggy Musen has been named executive director of Duo Dogs, a nonprofit that provides service dogs and related assistance to individuals and families. She formerly was director of community engagement.

Tutoring Social Skills

Former Fontbonne University vice president and dean of academic affairs Nancy Blattner will return to St. Louis as the school’s new president in July 2020. The Cape Girardeau native currently is president of Caldwell University in New Jersey.

Advocacy ADHD Coaching ACT/SAT Prep Assessment College Advising College Tutoring

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Special Solutions Private Learning Center 9225 Manchester Road | Suite 100 St. Louis, MO 63144

Congratulations are in order for Darrell Boland, longtime facility technician at Kirk Day School.

He recently retired after 26 years of service to the school.

Students and faculty held a celebration to honor him.

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FIFTH AND SIXTH GRADE AT ROHAN WOODS begin with a real adventure.

Each September, the independent, coeducational elementary school for students age 2 through grade six takes its older students on a trip designed to let them flex their leadership muscles, bond with their classmates and get hands-on, immersive lessons in science.

This year, students traveled to California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains to visit Yosemite National Park. For four days, they hiked and learned about the park’s environment, terrain and wildlife and what it takes to survive there. Most importantly, they got a chance to sharpen their skills in leadership, problem solving, team building, communication, courage and collaboration—all central values of the school’s mission.

“Not only do students get to experience all of the science happening in one of the most amazing national parks, but they also get to practice vital soft skills with their peers,” says Kim Breckenridge, the science specialist at the school. “This is a big advantage that a Rohan Woods student has in their transition to secondary school and development into young adults.”

The experience also is meant to complement the school’s challenging curriculum and project approach, particularly its strong science program. Prior to departing on the trip, the students spend time in the classroom learning about the topics they’ll explore in real life. The location alternates each year; in 2020, students will travel to Huntsman Marine Science Center in Nova Scotia to study marine biology and immerse themselves in an entirely new environment and landscape. “Children are exposed to two completely different regions that require unique skillsets to study the culture and the environment,” head of school Sam Templin-Page says.

To ensure students get the most out of the trip, they are accompanied by school staff instead of parent volunteers, marking the first time many of them are away from their families for an extended time. “Besides helping students develop leadership skills, the

FIFTH- AND SIXTH-GRADE STUDENTS TOOK SCHOOL LESSONS OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM WITH A TRIP TO YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK IN CALIFORNIA.

larger purpose behind these trips is to give them an opportunity to be independent and make mistakes,” Templin-Page says. “They rise to the challenge of navigating travel logistics, taking care of their belongings and staying organized.”

This year, one of the group’s connecting flights was cancelled late at night, stranding them in Dallas until the next morning, which tested their flexibility in a way that could never be replicated in the classroom, Templin-Page notes. “It takes a lot of courage for fifth- and sixth-graders to venture away from their comfortable homes,” she says.

“There are a lot of unknowns, but we help coach these kids through new situations, and they handle it like champs. Of course, it is always more STAN DO UT SC HO OL S fun to travel and experience new things if you are doing it with 20 of your best friends.” & SPEC IAL SECT ION

ROHAN WOODS, LOCATED AT 1515 BENNETT AVE., IS A COEDUCATIONAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS AGE 2 THROUGH GRADE SIX. IT HOSTS AN ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE FROM 9 TO 11 A.M. NOV. 5. PICTURED ON THE COVER: STUDENTS IN YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.821.6270 OR VISIT ROHANWOODS.ORG.

DISCOVER the Project Approach at ROHAN WOODS

OPEN HOUSE: 9 A.M., Nov. 5

COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER | COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL

WHY DO WE HAVE OUR OPEN HOUSE ON A SCHOOL DAY? Learn more about the new PROJECT APPROACH to Elementary Education.

Please join us for the Open House, Tuesday, November 5.

If you are unable to attend, we are always available to set up a private tour at your convenience.

Rohan Woods School offers rolling admissions for all classes.

Tuesday, November 5 | 9-11 a.m.

1515 Bennett Avenue Kirkwood, MO 63122 (314) 821-6270 ktruman@rohanwoods.org

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E ent Listing Oct. 23-Nov. 2 the darkness haunted house

Oct. 26 mad science halloween party

Oct. 24 halloween walk

Oct. 26 frights and heights

1525 S. 8th St. 7-9:30 p.m. weeknights 6:45 p.m.-midnight weekends $25 | thedarkness.com

Downtown Kirkwood | 5-7 p.m.

Free | downtownkirkwood.com

Oct. 24-27 science spooktacular Saint Louis Science Center 5-8 p.m. | Free | slsc.org

Oct. 24-27 halloween nights at grant’s farm

6-10 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 6-11 p.m. Fri. & Sat. $20 parking | grantsfarm.com

Oct. 25 spirits in the garden

Missouri Botanical Garden 6-9 p.m. | $20 members $30 non-members | mobot.org

Oct. 25-27 not-so-haunted house The Magic House 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sun. $12 | magichouse.org

Oct. 25-27 howl-o-ween fest

Purina Farms | 4-9 p.m. $15 parking | purina.com

Oct. 25-27 & Nov. 1-3 fright nights Six Flags St. Louis 6-11 p.m. Fri. Noon-midnight Sat. Noon-9 p.m. Sun. $50 | sixflags.com/stlouis

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St. Louis Carousel in Faust Park 1:30-2:30 p.m. $20 | stlouisco.com

Gateway Arch Visitor Center 6:30-10 p.m. $17 | gatewayarch.com

Oct. 26 ghost stories at jefferson barracks Jefferson Barracks Park 6:30 & 8 p.m. $5 | stlouisco.com

Oct. 26 the legendary cwe halloween party Central West End 11 a.m.-midnight Free | cwescene.com

Oct. 27 pumpkin carving in the park

Suson Park | 1-2:30 p.m. $10 | stlouisco.com

Oct. 28 old webster trick-or-treating

Old Webster | 3-5 p.m.

Free | webstergroves.org

Oct. 31 halloween parade & party

Lafayette Park Playground 5:30 p.m. | Free lafayettesquare.org

ESTO VIR The Chaminade Difference Schedule your son’s half-day shadow visit today, contact Admissions at 314-692-6650.

Join us for OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, November 3 11 AM-4 PM

Contact Julie Malloy jmalloy@chaminade-stl.org for more information. www.chaminade-stl.org @WeAreChaminade

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OUTST NDING Local Teachers by stephanie wallace

One of a Kind OPEN HOUSE: A TASTE OF FORSYTH

MIGUEL FIGUERAS → c wilson school

Miguel Figueras has taught second grade at The Wilson School since 1999, but he’s been motivating kids and teens for even longer as a water polo coach. He’s club director for St. Louis Area Polo and previously served as head coach at De Smet Jesuit High School. “I’ve always been drawn to the sport, and I enjoy passing my passion onto others,” he says. “Coaching and teaching were a natural fit when choosing a career path; they go hand and hand.”

Saturday, October 26 9:30–11:30am AGE 3–GRADE 6

ForsythSchool.org 6235 Wydown Blvd. | St. Louis, MO 63105 Wydown-Forsyth Historic District

EARLY CHILDHOOD OPEN HOUSE Saturday, January 11 9:30–11:30am

In 2013, Figueras began volunteering with the USA Water Polo Midwest Olympic Development Program after his son joined. The program works with top athletes in the region to prepare them for the national team. After working primarily with young players from Chicago and St. Louis, he was asked to serve as an assistant coach on the national level. “I stayed on for two years,” he says. “I got to see how the highest level of athlete prepares. It was very eye-opening.” Figueras still is involved with the national team, and in 2018, he traveled with players to Budapest for a competition. He also currently serves as head coach for the girls’ Midwest program.

OPEN HOUSE

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“Working with the Olympic Development Program means a lot of travel, and I’m very lucky to have the support of my family and Wilson to be able to do this,” Figueras notes. “Whether it’s in the pool or the classroom, it’s inspiring to be able to bring back my coaching experiences and apply them to other areas.”

PRESENTATIONS: 9:15am and 10:15am tours immediately following

RSVP ONLINE (preferred) newcityschool.org/openhouse

age 3 through 6th Grade 5209 Waterman Blvd St. Louis, MO 63104 (314) 361-6411 www.newcityschool.org

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STACEY MORGAN → micds Stacey Morgan encourages her students to lend a hand to those in need—literally. As part of her kinesiology class, students build robotic hands and send them to e-NABLE, a global network of volunteers who provide free prosthetic limbs to people in need of an assistive device. “I believe there is deeper learning when students can put themselves in another person’s shoes,” she says. “It helps them look at things from a different perspective.”

Having taught for 26 years (25 of them at MICDS), Morgan understands the value of making her classes engaging through real-world application.

“Kids will remember experiences and activities more than they will me lecturing them,” she explains. “They also tend to create a deeper connection to the material this way.” Her classes, which also include sports medicine and anatomy and physiology, incorporate real case studies, diagnostic modeling and guest speakers from various health care professions.

Last year, Morgan was awarded second place for Saint Louis Science Center’s Loeb Prize for Excellence in Teaching Science and Mathematics, and despite her classes being elective, most students choose to take

TOWN TALK

It’s nearly impossible

to quantify the impact influential teachers have on their students. They inspire new passions, foster personal growth and offer critical support, and that just scratches the surface. We reached out to local schools to learn about some amazing leaders who have dedicated themselves to education.

all three. “I have a responsibility to make students’ experiences in my classes positive,” she says. “I want them to leave with a better understanding of how the body works and have the opportunity to apply these concepts to the world around them.”

OPEN HOUSE

November 2 • 9 AM - Noon thecollegeschool.org PreK-Eighth Grade

KRISTEN ERICKSON → villa duchesne b oak hill school

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WHITFIELD

For Kristen Erickson, choosing to teach at an all-girls school was an easy call. “Some of the most inspiring professors I had at university were women,” she says. “I was lucky to have them as role models because of the shortage of women in physics. I hope that I can provide my students with a vision of who they can be and what they can achieve in STEM.” With a Ph.D. in astrophysics, Erickson has taught physics and engineering at Villa Duchesne for six years.

Last year, she found out she had cancer. Before she learned the course of her treatment, Erickson kept the initial diagnosis from her students, knowing the news could be detrimental to their learning. When she finally told them, she was blown away by the kindness and support shown by the entire school community. “My AP Physics students made me cards and care packages, and coworkers covered classes for me while I was recovering,” she recalls. “My oldest son attends Oak Hill, and my youngest is in our daycare. I was very worried about how they would cope, but the whole school really came together for them.”

Erickson returned the kindnesses she was shown by continuing to work while she was recovering from surgery. She used Skype to teach classes and check in with students. “Teaching is about forming relationships among students, teachers and parents, and all relationships come with responsibilities,” she says. “Even though I could only teach some days and it had to be done remotely, I felt it was my responsibility to the relationships I had built.” &

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OPEN HOUSE SCHOOL LISTING

Winter Wonderland December 7

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Festive Activities for All Ages rossmanschool.org/events

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KIRK DAY SCHOOL

THE WILSON SCHOOL

▶ Open House Please call to schedule a tour with the admissions director.

▶ Fall Open House 9 a.m. Nov. 2 Register online.

12928 Ladue Road 314.434.4349 kirkdayschool.org

▶ Math, Mindfulness & Music 9 a.m. Dec. 14 Register at bitly.com/wilsonmindbody

FORSYTH SCHOOL

▶ Parent/child mindfulness class 9 a.m. Dec. 14 For ages 2 ½ to 6 years old; $10 per parent/child. Pre-registration is required.

▶ Fall Open House: A Taste of Forsyth 9:30-11:30 a.m. Oct. 26 ▶ Winter Early Childhood Open House 9:30-11:30 a.m. Jan. 11, 2020 Online pre-registration required.

400 De Mun Ave. 314.725.4999 wilsonschool.com

6235 Wydown Blvd.

314.726.4542 forsythschool.org

COMMUNITY SCHOOL

JOHN BURROUGHS SCHOOL ▶ Open House Oct. 26 Pre-registeronline or at 9 a.m. the day of the event. Presentation begins at 9:30 a.m.

755 S. Price Road 314.993.4040 jburroughs.org

THE COLLEGE SCHOOL ▶ Open House 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 2 Engage in hands-on activities, meet our expert faculty and gather information to help you with your school search.

7825 Big Bend Blvd.

314.962.9355 thecollegeschool.org

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▶ Open House 9-11:30 a.m. Nov. 2 ▶ Connect with Community 9:15-10:45 a.m. Nov. 12 9:15-10:45 a.m. Jan. 14 & 28, 2020 900 Lay Road 314.991.0005 communityschool.com

CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL ▶ Open House 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 3 Prospective students and their families are invited to join Chaminade for a day scheduled just for them!

425 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

314.692.6650 chaminade-stl.org

VISITATION ACADEMY ▶ Open House: Grades 6–12 Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 3 ▶ Lower School Open House: Toddler – Grade 5 8:30–10:30 a.m.Oct. 23, Nov. 13; Jan. 15 and Feb. 27, 2020 3020 N. Ballas Road 314.625.9102 visitationacademy.org

TOWN TALK 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

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

Focus on Character

Important Dates 2019/2020 OPEN HOUSE: November 2

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

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

Expansive Green Space

REGISTER ONLINE OR CALL

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

communityschool.com | 900 Lay Road | 314.991.0005

ST. JOSEPH'S ACADEMY ▶ Open House Noon-4 p.m. Nov 3 St. Joseph’s Academy invites families to attend its open house to learn about the power of an all-girls education.

2307 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

314.394.4321 sja1840.org

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MIRIAM SCHOOL (PreK – 8th grade) MIRIAM ACADEMY (9th-12th

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▶ Open House 1-3 p.m. Nov. 3 Miriam School offers a private, independent education for elementary and middle school children with learning challenges, and Miriam Academy is a high school where students excel. Find out how Miriam empowers unique learners!

501 Bacon Ave. | 2845 N. Ballas Road 314-968-3893 miriamstl.org

636.346.5313 cindy@absolutecollegeconsulting.com absolutecollegeconsulting.com

INDEPENDENT EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS ASSOCIATION

OPEN HOUSE Join us!

Nov. 3 Noon-4 p.m.

Grades 6-12

NEW CITY SCHOOL ▶ Open House Nov. 9 Presentations are at 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. with tours immediately following. Online RSVP is preferred.

5209 Waterman Blvd.

314.361.6411 newcityschool.org

ROSSMAN SCHOOL

Nov. 13 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Age 2-Grade 5 Catholic | Independent Coed Montessori Early Childhood All-Girls Grade 1-12 visitationacademy.org

▶ Open House 8:30-10:30 a.m. Nov. 20 8:30-10:30 a.m. Jan. 15, 2020 ▶ Winter Wonderland 9-11 a.m. Dec. 7

is earth-friendly!

12660 Conway Road 314.434.5877 rossmanschool.org

WHITFIELD SCHOOL ▶ Open House Whitfield welcomes family visits throughout the year. Call the admissions office to schedule.

175 S. Mason Road 314.434.5141 whitfieldschool.org

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The high school teamed up with Wings of Hope, a nonprofit providing no-cost medical flights for patients and supplies, to create hands-on STEM activities for kids in treatment. At the organization’s outreach event at the St. Louis Air Show, students handed out STEM-in-a-Bag giveaways including a kit to make and launch mini rockets.

INDEPENDENT • COEDUCATIONAL • GRADES 7-12

Open House 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

HEARD HALLS IN THE

A team of science students was selected to participate in the Lexus Eco Challenge, a competition featuring solutions to environmental issues. As part of the program, Visitation’s All Cars Deserve Charge Team launched a project to bring an electric vehicle charger to the school. The team is raising money for the charger, which would cost about $2,400 to operate per year. In the spring, the Eco Challenge program will award four $15,000 first-place prizes and one $30,000 grand prize to winning high schools.

by julia m. johnson

▶ kirkwood high school ◀

The Kirkwood School District recently hosted its fourth annual flag football game, Unified Night Lights, in which students with and without disabilities play together at the high school stadium. The purpose of the event is to break down barriers and provide an opportunity for kids to develop new friendships. The game was held on World Food Day, so attendees brought items for the KirkCare food pantry.

Empowering Unique Learners Our individualized programs are designed to empower unique learners by building confidence and a foundation for success.

Come tour our schools, visit with our faculty and staff, and hear life-changing stories from our current families

▲ parkway school district

Join us for an Open House!

Sunday, November 3 | 1-3pm

miriamstl.org (314) 968-3893

▲ hudson elementary

Fifth-grade students have been learning how to create digital images of themselves using technology in the school’s library.

They printed the portraits as stickers and put them on drawstring bags and other items for use at school and home.

PICTURED: FIFTH-GRADER SELBY CALDWELL WITH ONE OF HER CREATIONS

9th-12th Grade 2845 N. Ballas Road St. Louis, MO 63131

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Students and faculty at Barretts Elementary School got an unexpected treat when the Stanley Cup arrived for a special day of celebration. Eric Renaghan, father of a Barretts student, is the St. Louis Blues’ strength and conditioning coach, and he helped set up the surprise visit. The day featured an assembly, photos and a parade at the school.

Blues superfan Laila Anderson, a Parkway South Middle School student, joined players at a special White House event celebrating their victory. President Trump invited Laila on stage during a speech in the Rose Garden. The youngster provided inspiration for millions of fans who learned of her battle with a rare autoimmune condition during the Stanley Cup playoffs.

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PreK-8th Grade 501 Bacon Avenue St. Louis, MO 63119

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CHAMPIONS OF HOPE GALA

WINE DINNER AND AUCTION

Kenrick-Glennon Seminary

Catholic Student Center at Washington University

Assistance League of St. Louis

American Cancer Society

Epworth Children & Family Services

6 p.m. | The Chase Park Plaza kenrick.edu | 314.792.6100

5:30 p.m. | The Ritz-Carlton washucsc.org | 314.935.9191

6 p.m. | Donald Danforth Plant Science Center alstl.org | 636.227.6200

5:30 p.m. | The Chase Park Plaza championshopegala.org 314.286.8147

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MEDIA PERSONS OF THE YEAR AWARDS GALA

Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation

Friends of Kids with Cancer

Girls Inc.

St. Louis Press Club

10 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. | The Ritz-Carlton friendsofkids.com 314.275.7440

11 a.m. | The Ritz-Carlton girlsinc.org 314. 385.8088

5:30 p.m. | Edward Jones South Headquarters stlpressclub.org 314.449.8029

2 p.m. | Four Seasons Hotel theohhf.org

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TRUNK SHOW A collection of designer silk scarves, clothing and textiles featuring beautiful botanicals Wednesday, November 6 Thursday, November 7 10am to 4pm

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ST. LOUIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA gala celebration by rick miller Supporters of the symphony gathered at The Ritz-Carlton to welcome new music director Stéphane Denève and celebrate the start of the 140th season. Proceeds from the evening provide essential funds for the organization to enrich our community through the arts. Guests enjoyed musical performances throughout the evening. guests: President and CEO Marie-Hélène Bernard, board chair Norm Eaker, co-chairs Nick and Judy Kouchoukos, Jean-Paul and Isabelle Montupet, and Steve and Laura Savis

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Grecian Kitchen Holiday Open House LUNCHEON & BOUTIQUE SHOPPING EVENT

Saturday, November 2

The area’s finest merchants and your favorite Greek delicacies available to enjoy or to take home, bake and serve for the holidays!

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BOUTIQUE SHOPPING - 10:30AM TO 3PM LUNCH - 11AM TO 4:30PM SIGNATURE DINNER - 5PM TO 7PM REGINA MOSSOTTI, VIRGINIA BUSCH, SCOTT DOLAN, RACHEL BROOM

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ENDANGERED WOLF CENTER polo garden gala by bill barrett The event, presented by The Beckmann Family Charitable Trust, was held at McGehee Polo Field at Spirit Valley Farms to support the center’s mission of preserving and protecting endangered canids through carefully managed breeding, reintroduction and inspiring education programs. The polo match featured a half-time divot stomp. guests: Executive director Virginia Busch, director of animal care and conservation Regina Mossotti, board of trustees chair Jeremiah Dellas

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by bill barrett The seventh annual ‘White Hot Affair’ at Kräftig Polo Club supports the hospital’s Danis Pediatric Center, which provides outpatient primary care services for children, newborn to 18 years of age, regardless of the family’s ability to pay. Guests enjoyed cocktails from A. Bommarito Wines and lunch from Bartolino’s Family of Restaurants. guests: SSM Health president Laura Kaiser, CGCH president Steven Burghart, CGCH Foundation president Sandy Koller, event co-chairs Molly and Doug Sansone and Claire and Michael Todorovich, lunch chairs Anne and Tony Bommarito Jr.

by sue wolf All proceeds from the evening benefit Classic 107.3 and its mission to support classical music programming and arts in the region. Held at the Columbia Foundation for the Arts, the event featured wine and appetizers, along with live entertainment from Elsie Parker and The Poor People of Paris. guests: Frank Schwaiger, co-chairs Babette Meiners and Peggy Ritter, board president James Nouss Jr.

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HERE COMES THE BRIDE Mikaella crepe and lace gown, $2,099, Magic Mirror earrings, $54; both from The Ultimate Bride • Bouquet from Ken Miesner’s Flower Shoppe. On the flower girl: Tip Top satin gown with full tulle skirt, $107 from The Ultimate Bride • Pearl barrette, $5 from Shine Boutique

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ROCK THE RECEPTION Halston Heritage dress, $295 from Neiman Marcus • enVogue rhinestone headband, $135, Essense of Australia rhinestone bridal belt, $243; both from The Ultimate Bride Rhinestone drop earrings, $15 from Shine Boutique • Moyna beaded clutch, $180 from Mister Guy Women’s

STYLISH SEND-OFF Saloni ‘Talitha’ plisse dress, $795 from Saks Fifth Avenue Inali Jewelry ‘Scrappy’ leather necklace, $65 from Shine Boutique Shoes and earrings, model’s own

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Royal weddings are global events these days, so hop on the bandwagon with pageantry, long trains, sparkling fabrics, billowy sleeves, tiaras and more.

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If you’re a fan of shows like Game of Thrones or Harry Potter, work in a few subtle but clever decorative touches from the story line.

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maid of honor Katherine Spataro bridesmaids Selma Carlson, Jasmina Suko best man Sagar Patel groomsmen Blake Carlson, Andy Spataro bride’s parents Peter & Elizabeth Spataro of St. Louis groom’s parents Muhamed & Azra Durakovic of Minneapolis

LOVE FINDS A WAY even in the busiest of circumstances.

Dr. Emily Spataro and Dr. Nedim Durakovic met during their residency program at Washington University. Although it was a hectic time in their lives, Emily says the pair’s chemistry was readily apparent, and they began dating soon afterward.

“I ended up doing a fellowship at Stanford University, and Nedim came to visit,” she says. “We took a trip to the B.R. Cohn Winery in Sonoma, and he proposed to me there.”

The location was so special to the couple that they decided on a destination wedding there.

The picturesque vineyard setting was ideal for an outdoor ceremony, and the two exchanged vows in front of family and friends who traveled to be with them. “Walking down the aisle was memorable with such an amazing backdrop and flowers all around,” Emily remembers. “The weather was just beautiful, and the vineyards were really full and lush that time of year.” She and Nedim penned their own vows, and a close friend officiated the ceremony. The reception was held outside as well, with cocktails and a sit-down dinner at tables set among the grapevines.

Emily included a pomegranate design on their wedding stationery, napkins and other paper items. “Nedim is Bosnian, and the pomegranate is a symbol from his country,”

she explains. “It was very special for him and his family, many of whom came from Europe to attend the wedding.”

The reception featured California wines, cheeses and fruits, as well as beers from St. Louis. “We wanted to include some nice touches from home,” Emily says. Instrumental music provided a festive atmosphere for guests to mix and mingle, and later, everyone danced to tunes spun by a DJ. During the weekend, the two families enjoyed relaxing together and visiting other area wineries. All of the guests were invited to a Friday evening reception, and there was a special brunch at the hotel the day after the ceremony. “It was a wonderful wine country wedding all the way around,” Emily says. “We also held a party in St. Louis for friends who couldn’t make it.”

She and Nedim celebrated with a 10-day honeymoon along Italy’s Amalfi Coast.

They spent a couple of days sightseeing in Rome, hiked and enjoyed boat tours. “We loved exploring all of the little towns,” Emily says. “We went up in the mountains and had beautiful views of the coast.” They live in Ladue, and both are on staff in the otolaryngology department at Wash. U. Nedim is a neurotologist who performs ear and skull surgery, and Emily is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. &

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DR. ERAN CHEN EXAMINES A PATIENT.

by julia m. johnson NOT LONG AGO, ILLINOIS RESIDENT BOB WILLIAMS made a doctor’s appointment to have an ear infection checked. During the visit, something more serious came to light: a suspicious-looking skin lesion on his face. Concerned, his physician referred him to SLUCare specialists for further evaluation.

The growth turned out to be basal cell carcinoma and needed to be removed.

Doctors wanted to be sure the cancerous tissue was completely excised, and Williams hoped for a treatment plan that wouldn’t involve multiple 200-mile round trips from his home. Together, they decided that outpatient Mohs surgery would be the best solution for his needs. The idea behind the procedure is fairly simple. The physician removes thin layers of skin one by one, examining them under a microscope until it’s clear that the cancerous tissue is gone.

Williams had surgery at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital-South Campus, and he says the experience exceeded his expectations in every way. “I live in the country, and it would have been hard for me to drive back and forth for a lot of appointments,” he notes. “My doctors were great. I was in the office for less than an hour, and they looked carefully at my tissue samples until they could assure me that everything was OK. They told me everything that was going on during the procedure, and I was very happy with the results. Having the surgery done at SLUCare was really easy for me.”

The technique was developed by Dr. Frederic Mohs in the 1930s, and it is still widely used to remove skin cancers, according to SLUCare dermatologist Dr. Eran Chen. The patient can go home and resume most normal activities immediately afterward, so it’s very convenient. “Verifying that all cancer cells have been removed at the time of surgery increases the chance of a cure and reduces the need for additional treatment,” Chen says.

She adds that the Mohs procedure is used most often for basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. “It’s done after a biopsy confirms the diagnosis,” she says. “We numb the site with a local anesthetic, and the person remains awake. With this technique, we often can keep the repair site small so it heals well and looks good.” Doctors decide whether to suture the skin or let it heal naturally based on the person’s age, facial structure, and skin texture and laxity, and patients are instructed how to gently clean the site.

Mohs surgery can be performed on several areas of the body. It’s appropriate for lesions of different sizes, and it has an impressive cure rate of about 98%, according to Chen. “We try to personalize the patient’s treatment plan based on lifestyle and preferences,” she notes. For example, if the person is physically active, doctors take that into account when deciding how to let it heal.

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“Patients may experience some redness or puffiness at the surgical site for a week or two afterward, but it tends to resolve well,” explains SLUCare dermatologist Dr. Ramona Behshad. “Later on, usually no one can tell at a conversational distance that they had surgery. We’ve even had patients post photos on social media to show their friends how well their skin has healed. We like seeing that because it’s a way of helping others understand the importance of preventing skin cancer by using sunscreen and reducing exposure.”

Behshad says Mohs surgery works well in spots where there isn’t much tissue beneath the lesion, like the eyelid or nose. “Before the procedure became widespread, surgeons often removed a larger area of skin hoping to get the entire cancer, and there often were cosmetic issues as a result,” she notes. “With Mohs surgery, there are a number of benefits. We can be sure we’re getting all of the cancerous growth, much less surrounding tissue is removed, and we can pay more attention to function and appearance. We certainly never want to make it more difficult for the person to eat, see or breathe. When patients leave the office after Mohs surgery, we know we have completely treated their cancer.”

Behshad adds that if a particular case is especially complex, SLUCare physicians have a multidisciplinary team of specialists available for consultation. “Skin cancer is increasing in the population as people age and see the negative effects of earlier sun exposure,” she notes. “It’s wonderful that we have techniques and resources like these to help patients heal and return to the way they were before, which is very meaningful for their self-esteem and well-being.”

Williams says he definitely would recommend the Mohs procedure and the SLUCare team to others facing a skin cancer diagnosis. “It all went like clockwork,” he notes. “Everyone in the office was friendly and helpful, my skin healed nicely, and I didn’t have the worry of sitting at home between appointments, waiting to hear what the outcome would be. I was very satisfied with the whole process.” &

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SCREENING for ANSWERS by julia m. johnson

Busy schedules often get in the way of the routine tests we need, but providers agree that it’s extremely important to be vigilant about them. Finding a problem at an early stage often helps prevent more serious issues later, so get screened regularly for conditions like breast cancer and heart disease, especially as you age. Your body will thank you for it!

Genetics Genetic screening technology may help shed light on your predisposition for certain diseases, and some companies are marketing in-home tests for the purpose. AncestryHealth and 23AndMe offer mail-in tests that can serve as a conversation starter with your doctor about healthy lifestyle changes to reduce risk.

COLON CARE According to SLUCare gastroenterologist Dr. Jason Taylor, opinions differ on when adults should start getting a general screening colonoscopy to look for colorectal cancer.

“Medical societies have had different recommendations in the past, but that may be changing,” he notes. “The usual age for a first routine colonoscopy has been 50, but some experts now are recommending that patients begin at 45.”

Health conditions and risk factors can make it necessary even earlier. Taylor says patients should talk to a doctor about whether family members have had colorectal cancer and at what age. “If your mother had it at 45, for example, you should have a colonoscopy earlier than that,” he says.

Taylor says a colonoscopy is extra helpful because it’s therapeutic as well as diagnostic. Doctors can see any abnormalities in the colon and rectum and remove potentially cancerous tissue like polyps at the same time, he explains.

There are other colorectal cancer screening tests for people who aren’t comfortable with a colonoscopy, according to Taylor. These tests can look for hemoglobin in the stool or identify molecular markers shed by a cancero us lesion. Some companies advertise mail-in home tests to detect colon cancer, but Taylor emphasizes that they are not as thorough as a colonoscopy.

“If you actually have cancer, a home test may be helpful, but if you don’t, it’s best to have a colonoscopy, which can identify small polyps that could become a problem later,” he says.

☛ WHAT IS A COLONOSCOPY?

Under anesthesia, a long, flexible tube (colonoscope) is inserted through the rectum, and a tiny video camera at the tip gives doctors a view of any abnormalities in the rectum and large intestine.

BREAST CANCER

As with other types of cancer, early detection is key to prevent and treat it. Nearly half of women age 40 and older have dense breast tissue that can make diagnostic screening more difficult. The National Breast Cancer Foundation offers a free patient guide on the subject at nationalbreastcancer.org.

Here is the screening path normally followed to detect breast cancer:  Self-exam: Patients should alert a doctor if

any lumps or other abnormalities are felt.

 Screening mammogram: The routine imaging test can be used for patients who have no apparent symptoms like a lump, breast pain, nipple discharge or skin thickening.  Diagnostic mammogram: More detailed imaging is performed if a screening mammogram shows a potentially cancerous growth.  Ultrasound: If a growth is suspected, the doctor may order this imaging test, which uses sound waves to create a picture of what’s going on inside the tissue.

 MRI (magnetic resonance imaging): This

sensitive imaging system uses magnetic energy and radio waves to help distinguish between healthy and cancerous tissue.

 Biopsy and other lab tests: The doctor may remove a small amount of tissue or fluid and examine it under a microscope to look for cancerous tissue. Hormone receptor tests and HER2/Neu tests can help doctors determine the type of cancer, prognosis and treatment options.

DID YOU KNOW? October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to remember that the condition can affect both women and men. Women should get a mammogram every year starting at about age 40.

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“New lung scan systems are similar to a CAT scan or calcium scoring test, and they are available in most hospitals and imaging centers,” he says. “With this technology, we can see even small abnormalities that may be precancerous or cancerous. It’s especially important for smokers to get screened; there may be a tumor they don’t know about because it is not yet causing any symptoms.”

The American Heart Association recommends the following screenings for cardiovascular health:  BLOOD PRESSURE: High blood pressure increases your risk of heart disease and stroke, so have it checked at least once every two years. If it tends to be below 120/80, start having regular blood pressure checks at age 20.  FASTING LIPOPROTEIN PROFILE (CHOLESTEROL): Starting at age 20, have this screening done every four to six years.

It measures your total cholesterol and your LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and HDL (high-density lipoprotein) levels. After age 40, your doctor may use it to calculate your 10-year risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.  BODY WEIGHT: Obesity increases risk for heart disease. Your doctor can evaluate body mass index (BMI) to determine if your weight and body composition are within normal ranges.  BLOOD GLUCOSE: High blood sugar increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, which can lead to heart disease and stroke if not treated.  LIFESTYLE AND HABITS: Discuss issues like smoking, diet and exercise with your doctor to come up with necessary modifications for good cardiovascular health.

Almousalli says paying attention to personal risk factors also is key in evaluating your cardiovascular health. “There are five main factors you should think about: family history of heart disease, history of diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking and obesity/ sedentary lifestyle,” he explains. “If you have more than one of these, you should be evaluated by a doctor.”

The more risk factors you have, the more aggressive you should be about screening, he says. “For example, if your mom had heart disease in her 50s or your dad had it in his 40s, that’s considered a strong family history,” he notes. “Don’t wait until you have a heart attack or stroke to figure out what your risk factors are.”

Almousalli adds that a relatively new screening called a calcium scoring test can show plaque buildup in arteries around the heart that may lead to cardiovascular disease.

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POSITIVE RADIANCE

Crystal Body Polish Crystals are promoted as healing elements, so why not include them in beauty products? House of Intuition’s latest launch promotes the idea that your daily ritual is really all about self-care and self-love. Its Crystal Body Polish ($28) does much more than just exfoliate. Activated with vibrating crystal energy and essential oils, each of the five types offers different attributes (amethyst provides spiritual and emotional protection, citrine offers an energetic and creative boost, etc.). It’s a brand beloved by numerous celebrities, including Lena Dunham and Anne Hathaway … namaste!

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Formula 28 Perfector A new, natural, anti-aging skin care line, Ultra Violet, is touting its products as ones to combat aging at the cellular level with bio-effective ingredients.

Founder Marci Malbrough is an NCEA-certified master esthetician who has custom-designed the line for a drug-free alternative to younger, healthier looking skin. The Formula 28 Perfector ($115) is made without parabens, sulfates and phthalates and with hyaluronic acid, silver ear mushroom and trehalose. If some of those don’t sound familiar, just know that the serum diminishes visible imperfections, normalizes skin tone, helps clear breakouts, hydrates and controls the skin’s reaction to stress.

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Face Scrub & Mask 2 in 1 Founded in Greece in 2005 as a certified line of organic cosmetics (in cooperation with the prestigious European certification body for organic products), BIOSelect products are made with love and respect for the environment using natural ingredients from Crete. Almost all organic products in the line include the patented Dictamelia, an ancient remedy of olive oil and the dictamnus herb. The Face Scrub & Mask 2 in 1 ($15) cleanses and exfoliates with bamboo seeds and green clay, and vitamin E, shea butter and natural oils nourish the skin.

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Cake Mascara Natural products are becoming the norm these days, but Bésame Cosmetics is taking it even further with its reproduction of makeup from decades past.

During WWII, rationing materials and using items for multiple purposes were part of the culture, and Bésame wants to adopt that philosophy again by creating long-lasting, zero-waste, multipurpose products. The Cake Mascara ($25) lasts up to two years and doubles as eyeliner and brow fill. Packaged in a reusable tin, refills come wrapped in compostable packaging.

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Goat Milk Beauty Balm Don’t you love a product that can take care of multiple problems? The all-natural skincare brand Dionis is offering that in its 100% natural Goat Milk Beauty Balm (yes, goat milk). The vitamins and minerals naturally found in goat milk hydrate, nourish and condition skin. This product ($15) can be used as a moisturizer, lip balm, cuticle cream, cheekbone highlighter and even to tame flyaway hair!

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Food is essential, but it means different things to different people. For some, it’s a way to make a living; for others, it’s simply something to enjoy. And for millions around the world, it’s something they can’t get enough of. For all of these reasons, two local nonprofits have found innovative ways to serve the regional and global community through this basic necessity.

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On a trip to South Sudan more than 15 years ago, St. Louisan Pat Bradley witnessed the tragic results of genocide in the region. “I knew I had to do something,” he says. He started with handing out 2-pound bags of rice, and from there, his locally based nonprofit, Crisis Aid International, grew to support more than 2.4 million people through its local and global relief efforts. To make its projects PAT BRADLE possible, Bradley has brewed up Y something special—quite literally.

He recently launched OH! Coffee, a brand of single-source, certified organic beans grown in Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia; 100% of the profits go toward Crisis Aid’s initiatives.

The endeavor was inspired by Bradley’s encounter with a man who brought his 4-year-old daughter to one of the nonprofit’s feeding programs. Unfortunately, it was too late for the girl, and she passed away in the hospital a few days later. She was the third child the man had lost to starvation.

“It led me to start asking better questions,” Bradley says of the experience. “How could we do more to make sustainable change in east Africa and prevent children from reaching that point?”

He knew the right product could help locals find employment as well as fund Crisis Aid programs.

Bradley found the solution in one of the few industries in Ethiopia: coffee farming. The organization helps locals adopt better growing practices and market the product. “Some of the best coffee beans in the world are grown in the region, but many farmers are relying on old, diseased trees,” he says. “We want to help them turn the situation around with new trees and techniques.” To roast the beans, the organization partners with Kickapoo Roasters, a Wisconsin-based company known for its commitment to farmers. “They pay over market price for beans, so coffee farmers can earn sustainable wages,” he notes.

Crisis Aid has purchased 6 acres in east Africa to build a new medical clinic and a dairy facility that will provide much-needed milk and new jobs, and there are plans to establish a coffee farm on the land.

The proceeds for OH! Coffee sales (ohcoffee.org) also will support initiatives in the U.S., including here in St. Louis, like supplemental food programs and housing for victims of sex trafficking.

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Cindy Berth knows a thing or two about finding the right person for a job. As co-founder of the Martin-O’Neill Group, she has decades of experience as a professional recruiter, and now, she’s using her knowledge and connections to create opportunities for women struggling with employment. She founded More than Enough Academy, a nonprofit that empowers marginalized women to find careers through culinary training.

“It’s a skill set that is very much needed,” Berth says.

“Online, there are hundreds of job openings for line and prep cooks, and that number is only going to increase.”

The nonprofit offers an eight-week culinary training program designed and led by executive chef Susie Judy. The curriculum covers a variety of basic cooking principles, including kitchen sanitation, knife work, and proper meat and poultry preparation. To participate, candidates only need to have a high school diploma or GED and be physically able to work in a kitchen.

More than Enough Academy partners with more than 60 organizations to reach women facing employment challenges, including veterans and those living in domestic violence shelters, and it directly helps participants find employment. After completing the course, they are assigned paid internships that include continued mentoring from Judy. “The hope is that our graduates will be hired to full-time positions through these internships,” Berth says. “We’ve been fortunate to find businesses who want to partner with us and offer employment opportunities.”

NT This year, the academy had 31 students, and it A PROGRAM PARTICIPA hopes to grow enrollment to 50 in 2020. It also is looking at developing a program to work with teens who are at risk. “We can offer them skills and tools that are useful even if they don’t pursue a culinary career,” Berth notes. Classes currently are held at Oasis International, and she hopes to find additional sites. “Accessibility is a big issue for the women who would benefit most from our program,” she says. “We’ve seen some great success, and we’d love to be able to extend the opportunity to more people.”

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If you’re looking for after-hours eats in The Grove, Grace Meat + Three has a new option for you. It recently launched Grace Chicken + Fish, a walk-up window offering a menu of fried chicken, catfish, shrimp and tofu. After selecting a protein, customers can customize their orders with 10 different sauces and garnishes, including the signature Grace Hot Chili Blend.

Currently, the window is open Friday and Saturday from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.

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TAVco Holdings I has acquired The Wine & Cheese Place.

The local wine, spirits, craft beer and gourmet food retailer first opened in 1982 and has four locations. St. Louis native Vijay Schroff, majority owner of TAVco, worked with the previous owner to ensure a smooth transition, and the stores are undergoing renovations to improve the customer experience. The Clayton location (7435 Forsyth Blvd.) recently unveiled a new event space and whiskey tasting bar, where guests can sample pours from around the world. Its name, (IN)Famous Bar, is a playful reference to the Famous-Barr department store that previously occupied the space.

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Fans of French patisserie will want to head to Webster Groves. The national chain Le Macaron is opening its first Missouri location at 111 W. Lockwood Ave. … After spending four years serving up her take on Caribbean cuisine at pop-ups and catered events, Mandy Estrella, aka Plantain Girl, has opened her first solo restaurant, Banana Ketchup.

Named after the popular Puerto Rican condiment, it’s located in Lafayette Square at 2001 Park Ave. ... Steve’s Hot Dogs has closed up shop on The Hill. If you’re in the mood for creatively topped dogs, the Tower Grove East location (3457 Magnolia Ave.) now has expanded hours, including lunch and Sunday service.

MEALS WITH MAGIC

Chef Loryn Nalic of Balkan Treat Box is planning exciting collaborations with talented local chefs. The ‘Good Magic’ Dinner Series is designed to showcase global cuisine and cooking styles. It launched in September with guest Nate Hereford, former executive chef of Niche. Additional dinners in the series will be announced via social media.

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A local fave is continuing to expand!

Mission Taco Joint will bring its West Coast-style street food to Kirkwood early next year. The restaurant will take over the former Kirkwood Station Brewing Company at 105 E. Jefferson St. to open the chain’s largest location. Along with the main dining and bar operation, it will include a tortilla production line, private event space and an arcade featuring vintage games, pinball and skee-ball. The arcade also will have a separate bar and quick-service kitchen for grab-and-go service.

LEISURE

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AN ENTERTAINING GUIDE TO ENTERTAINMENT

book

say nothing: a true story of murder and memory in northern ireland maleficent: mistress of evil

Reactions to Disney’s slew of recent live-action remakes have been mixed, and it’s not difficult to see why. Nostalgia may draw audiences to the theaters, but there’s also an undeniable whiff of creative bankruptcy to the House of Mouse recreating its animated hits. Maleficent is somewhat of an outlier. Released in 2014, the film offers a revisionist telling of Sleeping Beauty that casts the titular villainous fairy (Angelina Jolie) as anti-hero. Five years later, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil continues the story and ultimately proves there wasn’t much left to reimagine.

The plot centers on the impending nuptials of Queen Aurora (Elle Fanning) and Prince Phillip (Harris Dickinson). Maleficent is reluctant to let her goddaughter go, and even less pleased by the prospect is Phillip’s mother, Queen Ingrid (Michelle Pfeiffer), who schemes to start a war between the human and magical worlds.

Mistress of Evil offers some fun, fantasy visuals, and Jolie is a regal, engaging presence. Unfortunately, she’s absent from much of the movie. The main narrative is congested with subplots that eat up screen time and still manage to feel underdeveloped. There’s just not enough to justify revisiting these characters.

Maleficent and Co. would have been better off left asleep.

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? No, feel free to pass on this one.—S.W. VIEWED AT MARCUS CHESTERFIELD CINEMA

by Patrick Radden Keefe. I am embarrassed to say how much I didn’t know about the ‘troubles’ in northern Ireland other than what my dad told me. This book is held together by the underlying mystery of what happened to Jean McConville, a mother of 10 who was dragged from her Belfast home in 1972. As the story is told, the bitter conflict in the country, the key players involved and the terror people felt are explored in great detail. Perhaps you have no interest in this bit of history, but I was spellbound, and I actually feel smarter for having read this book.

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the thing about pam. Apple Podcasts. The name Pamela Hupp might be familiar to you since

she is from around here. She seems to have a habit of killing those who get in her way. Keith Morrison of Dateline takes you through this six-part series that makes you realize some people really are just evil. Fascinating.

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when they see us. Netflix. This miniseries was written and directed by award-winning Ana

DuVernay and focuses on the case of five young men who were falsely accused of raping a woman in Central Park. They were convicted of the crime based on scant evidence and spent years in juvenile and adult prison while they fought the convictions. Each one of them suffered an unimaginable amount of pain, and they finally were exonerated in 2002. The show focuses on their lives, how easy it is to pressure people into giving false confessions and the pressure on law enforcement to resolve crimes quickly without complete certainty. You likely will binge-watch this series.

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Mar. 6, 2020 at 7:30pm Mar. 8, 2020 at 3pm

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WILSON LIGHTING

Finished in both gold and silver leaf, the Ilixur pendant can adapt to your changing style. It’s on sale for a limited time at our showroom in Clayton.

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NONPROFIT NEWS SSM HEALTH FOUNDATION-ST. LOUIS

Learn how your gift can support our mission of providing exceptional health care services to the communities we serve.

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SSM HEALTH

Join us for the 13th annual Strong Smart and Bold Luncheon titled ‘Women Who Inspire’ at 11 a.m. Nov. 14 at The Ritz-Carlton.

To purchase tickets, visit 2019ssb.eventbrite.com.

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FINANCE

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Serving as senior vice president and senior fiduciary advisory specialist, Maurice is the local face of the Private Bank and Trust Company.

As a fiduciary and investment executive, he focuses on high net worth families and foundations. His areas of expertise include investments, planning, fiduciary administration and special needs trusts.

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As vice president and senior philanthropic specialist, Patrick partners with individuals and families to define charitable objectives and maximize the transformative power of philanthropy. He also advises nonprofits on how to enhance their impact by sustaining their financial futures.

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ABSOLUTE COLLEGE CONSULTING

The college search can be overwhelming. Owner Cindy Zelinsky guides students and families through the process from search to decision.

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Special Solutions is a private learning center with a whole child approach.

We address challenges with socialization, testing, language, organization, college admissions and academics in all subject areas.

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THE ST. LOUIS WHEEL

The attraction officially has opened, providing views 200 feet above the ground in enclosed, climate-controlled gondolas that light up the night sky and provide a spot for remarkable moments.

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Today, more men are seeking to improve their sexual health. That’s why SLUCare urologist Dr. Clay McDonough developed an online assessment tool to help patients determine if they have a problem.

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We offer FDA-approved, noninvasive procedures for men and women. Freshen your look with Cellfina, which reduces cellulite; Kybella, which removes fat from under the chin; Ultherapy, which tightens skin on the neck, face and chest; and Coolsculpting, which freezes away stubborn pockets of fat.

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Save the date to stock up on Botox, Juvederm, Coolsculpting, Hydrafacials and more at up to 40% off! Our annual patient appreciation Open House is 2-8 p.m. Nov. 8, or visit us online for the same savings.

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With 10% glycolic acid concentration, the Glycolic Overnight Renew is a great nightly corrective face cream that provides cellular turnover, radiance and clarity to your skin.

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First visits are free during our open house week Oct. 28 to Nov. 3!

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EVENTS

ST. NICHOLAS FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Join us for the annual Grecian Kitchen Holiday Open House Nov. 2 with luncheon and boutique shopping from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

New this year is a signature dinner seating from 5 to 7 p.m.

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WINTER OPERA ST. LOUIS

Join us Nov. 8 & 10 for The Pirates of Penzance! The story follows apprentice pirate Frederic who falls in love with the beautiful Mabel.

Will he fulfill his duty or leave the pirates for love?

2324 MARCONI AVE. | 314.865.0038 | WINTEROPERASTL.ORG

THE ULTIMATE BRIDE

SHELDON CONCERT HALL & ART GALLERIES

WINTER OPERA

The Bea Nettles: Harvest of Memory exhibit, co-organized by the George Eastman Museum, is on display through Dec. 28. Nettles is internationally recognized for her groundbreaking, experimental approach to photography.

3648 WASHINGTON BLVD. | 314.533.9900 | THESHELDON.ORG

WEDDING

ELLEARD HEFFERN FINE JEWELERS

Come see our stunning selection of sapphire and diamond earrings for ‘something blue’ for your walk down the aisle, a classic to treasure always.

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THE ULTIMATE BRIDE

This wedding dress is all about the unexpected lace! Schedule an appointment Nov. 15-17 to try on this vintage-inspired gown.

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With an award-winning chef and dedicated staff, we always strive to create memorable dining experiences. Residents enjoy delicious food, tableside service and great conversations in an elegant atmosphere.

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DELMAR GARDENS FAMILY

We provide independent and assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, respite, home care, private duty, CPAPs, respiratory therapy, medical equipment, hospice, pharmacy and palliative care.

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Through 11/27

11/1

11/7-11/17

The solo exhibit features striking hand-embroidered images by the artist and Washington University alumna. PICTURED: EMMYLOU

Join chefs Gerard Craft and Aaron Martinez and winemaker Adam Lee for a special dinner inspired by the women who helped raise them. Clarice wines are featured.

Cinema St. Louis presents its annual celebration of world cinema. Some showings include filmmaker Q&A sessions.

cayce zavaglia: unseen

William Shearburn Gallery shearburngallery.com | 314.367.8020

cinder house wine dinner

The Four Seasons | $195/person 7 p.m. | cinderhousestl.com

11/1-11/3

french corridor expedition Travel by canoe to Ste. Genevieve, enjoy 18th century-style campfire meals and experience the mighty Mississippi as settlers did.

Big Muddy Adventures | $250 2muddy.com

11/2

in motion filmmaking conference

The one-day conference gives budding and established filmmakers the chance to network and learn from industry experts.

Covo Events | $100-$125 | 8:30 a.m. eventbrite.com

Through 3/29

finishing touches

This exhibit explores the meaning and purpose behind vintage fashion accessories.

Field House Museum | Free-$10 fieldhousemuseum.org | 314.421.4689

11/1

john williams in concert

11/3-11/15

jewish book festival

Check out a wealth of published works for sale and hear from intriguing authors, some local!

Designer Isaac Mizrahi will speak about his new autobiography at 7 p.m. Nov. 3.

Staenberg Family Complex at The J Free-$110 | stljewishbookfestival.org

national geographic live!

Touhill Performing Arts Center | $32 7:30 p.m. | touhill.org | 314.516.4949

11/4

preparing holiday side dishes

This 4-H Grows Here cooking class teaches kids basic cooking skills and traditional side dishes.

Admission price includes dinner.

Eliot Unitarian Chapel | $10 | 6 p.m. extension.missouri.edu | 314.400.2115

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Enjoy original artworks by Marilynne Bradley, Allen Kriegshauser and Patrick Murphy. An artist reception will be held Nov. 8.

Grafica Fine Arts Gallery | Free admission graficafinearts.com

11/8 & 11/10

the pirates of penzance

Presented by Winter Opera Saint Louis, this popular Gilbert & Sullivan operetta has entertained audiences since 1880.

Skip Viragh Center for the Arts | $35-$55 7:30 p.m. | winteroperastl.org 314.865.0038

11/9

full moon festival

Schlafly Beer presents a celebration of all things fall, including live music, seasonal brews, food, a chili cookoff and more.

Schlafly Bottleworks | Free-$8 | 4 p.m. schlafly.com | 314.241.2337

11/20 & 11/21

great russian nutcracker

Moscow Ballet brings a cast of favorite characters to the stage for this classic holiday production.

The Fabulous Fox Theatre Ticket prices vary | 7 p.m. both nights metrotix.com | 314.534.1111

11/22

beauty

Chamber Project Saint Louis presents an evening of compositions by Dinuk Wijeratne, Syna So Pro and Johannes Brahms.

11/23 through 1/4 garden glow

Head to the botanical garden for this illuminating annual event with more than 1 million holiday lights. New this year, imagery will be projected onto the historic Tower Grove House.

Missouri Botanical Garden Free with museum admission | mobot.org

Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis $5-$18 | 7:30 p.m. brownpapertickets.com

11/9 – 12/23

art st. louis XXXV, the exhibition

11/26

11/10

11/23

The actor, singer and storyteller presents a collection of his favorite Broadway and classic American tunes.

Get in tune with the holidays at this popular annual Christmas concert.

mandy patinkin in concert

Former astronaut Terry Virts presents ‘View from Above,’ a discussion about his roles as a space station commander and shuttle pilot.

Jazz St. Louis | $10-$41 | 7:30 p.m. jazzstl.org | 314.571.6000

3 x 3 popup exhibit

Art St. Louis | Free admission artstlouis.org

11/1

Jeff Coffin, saxophonist for the Dave Matthews Band, returns to St. Louis for a musical evening.

11/8 & 11/9

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Powell Hall | $55 and up | 8 p.m. slso.org | 314.534.1700

clayton, coffin and wilson

Various venues | Ticket prices vary cinemastlouis.org

This juried show features works in a variety of visual media by 52 regional artists.

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra presents a special performance led by the legendary film score composer.

11/1

st. louis international film festival

Touhill Performing Arts Center $39 and up | 3 p.m. touhill.org | 314.516.4949

11/15

cultural diversity celebration

612North hosts an international celebration aimed at bringing together people of all backgrounds.

VUE + ARC event venues | $30-$40 7:30 p.m. | eventbrite.com

mannheim steamroller

The Fabulous Fox Theatre | $35-$102.50 2 and 7 p.m. | metrotix.com | 314.534.1111

11/23 & 11/24, 11/29-12/1 fair trade market

Enjoy holiday gift shopping, international crafts, food, educational presentations and more.

Manchester United Methodist Church Free admission | 9 a.m. manchesterumc.org

hip hop nutcracker

Enjoy a popular contemporary dance production set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless music.

Special appearance by MC Kurtis Blow.

The Fabulous Fox Theatre Ticket prices vary | 7:30 p.m. metrotix.com | 314.534.1111

11/28

olivette turkey trot

Lace up your running shoes for a fun Thanksgiving 5K. Proceeds benefit the Harvey Kornblum Food Pantry.

Stacy Park | 7 a.m. | olivettemo.com

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DEAR HOMEWORK,

I always enjoy reading your column and love the home you designed for me. My son and his wife just bought a lovely house, but it doesn’t have a garage. With the cold months coming, they are worried about rain and snow. Building a garage in the back would take up a lot of their yard. I wondered what you thought about a porte-cochère that could handle two cars on the side. Appreciate your input!

Sincerely,

—MEDDLING MOTHER-IN-LAW

DEAR MEDDLING MOTHER IN LAW,

I can show you a possible carport suggestion, but you will need to check into the local architectural restrictions, which may limit various specifics.

I think creating a brick-faced carport with an arched opening, which recalls the arch above the front door, helps tie the new element to the main façade. I also show white wooden gates that not only hide a parked car, but also give a greater sense of solidity to the open structure.

I would remove the small tree on the left side of the elevation to reveal the full width of the façade to help balance the new addition.

Hopefully this will give more weight to your suggestion.

Hope it goes well!

—HOMEWORK

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S soak up every bit of outdoor time he still can. For him, this time ummer may be over, but one Huntleigh resident is going to

of year means tending to and enjoying his garden, a stunning space of stone paths, native plants, mature trees and gorgeous blooms

that he has crafted for four decades. The landscape is as unique as

the home it surrounds. Here, he gives T&S a peek inside—and out!

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE HOUSE? Around 40 years. It was built in 1954, and we completely remodeled it.

TELL ME ABOUT SOME OF THE RENOVATIONS. It’s been an ongoing project. We started in 1976, and five years ago, we added the hearth room and redid the kitchen. I’m a commercial real estate developer, and I’ve always had an eye for architecture.

I appreciate good craftsmanship.

DID YOU HAVE A VISION FOR THE INTERIOR? I think the inside is very eclectic. The rooms are on several different levels, and every ceiling is vaulted or coffered in its own unique way. Many different materials also were used to give each room a unique feel.

THE GARDENS ARE SPECTACULAR. I’ve always had a passion for gardening.

When I was a kid, I used to take care of my family’s yard in south St. Louis. I don’t play golf or tennis; gardening is my hobby. I was inspired by my travels and the world-famous gardens in Canada and England. I’ve been developing and building up the landscaping since we moved into the house. It all was created in collaboration with Sherwood’s Forest Nursery designer Bill Minford.

DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE FEATURE OF THE GARDEN? The ponds and fountains. I also like that the design features several native plant varieties.

T&S ALSO CHATTED WITH BILL MINFORD OF SHERWOOD’S FOREST NURSERY ABOUT THE HOME’S LANDSCAPING. How long have you been working on the home?

Probably around 25 years.

What was the garden like when you started?

We started pretty much from scratch. There were a number of mature trees, but other than that, we had a blank slate. We’ve made some pretty extensive changes, including creating what the homeowner calls ‘islands.’

They’re big, bermed planting beds. This is a very handson project for the homeowner. He takes a lot of pride in his landscaping. In the summer, he doesn’t travel. He has weekend gatherings where he invites people over to enjoy the garden. I’ve been very fortunate to work with him. He’s the driving force behind the design, and I just try to mold his ideas into reality.

The homeowner mentioned he was inspired by

gardens around the world.

He comes to me with ideas he wants to include based on what he’s seen. Recently, we created what he likes to call his piazza. We put in flagstone walks through the lawn between the berms and connected them to a courtyard around an existing three-tiered fountain.

Tell me about the plants used.

I like to bring in lots of color, especially in the summer when the garden has visitors. We use a number of different perennials, and there are quite a few varieties of hydrangeas. The yard is home to rabbits, so we’re also working within the confines of plants that they won’t eat or destroy.

Do you have a favorite part of the landscaping?

I like a lot of different features. The piazza is one of my favorites, and there is a berm on the south end that turned out really well with a good deal of color. We’ve also used some huge, native boulders to surround walkways. I like accent points like that combined with perennial color. It’s an enjoyable space, and it’s fun just to walk around. There’s nothing like admiring the garden, enjoying nature and taking in the day.

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1513 Homestead Summit Drive $1,160,000 | Pr/SqFt: $215.73 Re/Max Results Real Estate Agent: Janet Judd

9107 Clayton Road $852,000 | Pr/SqFt: $198.51 Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty Agent: Stephanie Oliver

63017 〉〉 15534 Hitchcock Road $530,000 | Pr/SqFt: $192.31 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agents: Mark and Neil Gellman 2008 Brook Hill Manor Court $880,000 | Pr/SqFt: $202.02 Coldwell Banker Gundaker Real Estate Agent: Etty Masoumy

63105 〉〉 10 Wydown Terrace $910,000 | Pr/SqFt: $254.76 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agents: Shakofsky, Drury and Davis 11 E. Brentmoor Park $2,023,750 | Pr/SqFt: $193.25 Janet McAfee Real Estate Agent: Wayne Norwood

63119 〉〉 680 Oakwood Ave. $545,000 | Pr/SqFt: $134.67 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Advantage Real Estate Agent: Peter Vishion 310 Jefferson Road $570,000 | Pr/SqFt: $277.24 Advantes Realty Agent: Bethany DeMaggio 219 N. Bompart Ave. $1,135,000 | Pr/SqFt: $248.41 RealtyNET McLain, Realtors Agent: Caroline Miller

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24 Dielman Road $915,000 | Pr/SqFt: $258.69 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agent: Kim Carney

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17814 Greyabbey Court $1,325,000 | Pr/SqFt: $268.54 Boutique Realty Agent: Julie Pfeifer

RENOVATION genius

63130 〉〉 6200 Pershing Ave. $525,000 | Pr/SqFt: $159.09 Laura McCarthy Real Estate Agent: Kathy Crane

63131 〉〉 10650 Clayton Road $515,000 | Pr/SqFt: $176.13 RedKey Realty Leaders Agent: Jim Broderick

63141 〉〉 10938 Brooktrail Court $735,000 | Pr/SqFt: $247.47 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agent: Kim Carney 140 Ambleside Lane $741,000 | Pr/SqFt: $292.31 Laura McCarthy Real Estate Agent: Megan Rowe 5 Morwood Lane $1,040,000 | Pr/SqFt: $273.68 Douglas Properties Agent: Doug Cohen

BY JULIA M. JOHNSON

SINCE CO-FOUNDING THE LAWRENCE GROUP ARCHITECTURE FIRM IN 1983, PAUL DOERNER HAS BEEN BEAUTIFYING THE LOCAL LANDSCAPE WITH A VARIETY OF INNOVATIVE HOMES. HE RECENTLY RETIRED FROM THE COMPANY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAREER BUT SAYS HE IS FAR FROM BEING DONE WITH DESIGN. Most T&S readers will recognize Doerner as ‘the Homework guy’ who pens one of our most popular columns. In fact, he says the column is what inspired a new venture he has been ruminating about for some time. It will be called Homework Consulting and will allow him to take on smaller, more focused projects like the ones he often tackles in the publication. “I won’t be designing whole houses, just helping people update different parts of them,” he explains. “It might be changes to a driveway, porch or entryway, things like that.”

He says his process for redesigning Homework exteriors is very organic and traditional. He could use high-tech architectural software to create his suggested updates, but he prefers to wield pens and brushes instead. “I do use a photocopier to magnify the pictures people submit,” he says. “That allows me to see more detail so I can redraw the house with my suggestions.”

He adds that homeowners usually react positively to his Homework recommendations, but occasionally there’s an outlier. “After I wrote one of my first columns, the owners sent me a letter saying they thought my (very extensive) updates were ridiculous and would be far too expensive,” he notes. “But it was a difficult case—the front elevation was dominated by a large garage door, and the home didn’t even look residential. I had to just throw the book at it, and that’s why I went all out. It’s one of the things I like best about this column; it’s a purely creative exercise, and there are no zoning committees or regulations to deal with.”

Doerner says even though some owners submit a photo without identifying the neighborhood, he usually can tell where it is located by the style of home.

Occasionally, he’ll drive by at a later date to see if they took his advice. “Sometimes people have made changes I didn’t suggest, and other times, they have taken my recommendations and made them even better,” he says.

“I may notice that homeowners have made their home look more Tudor than I proposed, but it really works.

I think the column is a catalyst for other people’s creativity as well as my own.”

The architect adds that St. Louis is fertile ground for people interested in his field. “This area has a lot of terrific homes and neighborhoods,” he says. “I think it has embraced a broader range of styles than most cities of its size. And there are a lot of older or smaller homes that can be modified so they are more workable. I really enjoy what I do because I believe any house can be made better.” &

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314-699-4686 Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Power Washing, Carpentry, Plumbing, Insured. Free Estimates.

40 Years Experience.

Don Phillips 314-973-8511

tree services

Interior & Exterior Painting, Staining, Powerwashing, Wallpaper Removal.

Insured and Free Estimates.

Dependable. Owner & Operator Matt 314-401-9211

TREE SERVICE PROFESSIONALS

Trimming • Deadwooding Reduction • Removals Stump grinding • Year round service • Fully insured Contact Michael Baumann for a free estimate & property inspection at 636-375-2812 You’ll be glad you called!

YOUR TREES DESERVE THE BEST CARE PRUNING TRIMMING REMOVAL SPRAYING FERTILIZATION

piano tuning MCGREEVY PIANO Fall Into Tune!

Bill McGreevy Associate Member Piano Technicians Guild 314-335-9177

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MIZZOU CREW LANDSCAPING

painting

REMODEL & REPAIR

gutters/roofing

● Leaf Removal ● Plant Clean Up ● Seasonal Pots & Plantings ● Retaining Walls & Patio ● Mulching & Bulb Installation Specializing in Landscape Design & Year Round Maintenance Call 314-647-2363 gardenoasisstl@yahoo.com

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

725-6159 ISA Certified Arborist Insured

gammatree.com

watch repair WATCH REPAIR DONE IN HOUSE BY A ROLEX TRAINED WATCHMAKER OVER 40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE ON ROLEX AND ALL HIGH GRADE WATCHES Complimentary estimates.

Standard time 10 days - 2 weeks Call Albarré Jewelry at 314-997-1707

DEADLINE THURSDAY @ NOON

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JANIE SUMNER at

314.749.7078 or email

jsumner@ townandstyle.com

Dream It...

Michael Lauren Development is the ultimate choice to help turn your dreams into reality. If you are thinking of building, we can help design = AVAILABLE the home of your dreams.

Each project we complete has a unique blend of sophistication, charm and elegance— all inspired and directed by the homeowners' tastes and passions.

WESTMORELAND AVE

We offer a full-service experience combining architecture, interior design selections and construction so that you can sit back and enjoy the process— not manage it. Let us help you bring your vision for living to life!

N. BRENTWOOD BLVD.

PRIME BUILDING LOTS IN “OLD TOWN WEST” NOW AVAILABLE Don’t miss this opportunity to build your dream home in the heart of Clayton Gardens. Old Town West will be comprised of four residential lots at the corner of Westmoreland and Brentwood.

Walkability galore and Clayton school district. Two custom building lots are available by Michael Lauren and each offer tons of potential for a large home with substantial yard.

Call Mike today at 314.374.3846 to discuss this exclusive offering!

Contact Mike Rechan today to get started on your spectacular dream home

314.374.3846 | mike@michaellauren.com 300 Hunter Avenue | Suite 102 | St. Louis 63124 MichaelLauren.com