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st. louis visionwalk

Crowds gathered by the hundreds to walk in the fight against blindness in Creve Coeur Park.

Fundraising efforts raised $107,412 toward gene therapy and stem cell and pharmaceutical-based research to combat blinding diseases.

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university children’s center Thanks to its week-long Diaper Drive, 2,957 diapers will be donated to the St. Louis Area Diaper Bank, which distributes them to low-income families throughout the St. Louis area.

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IN THE KNOW COVER STORY – Rossman School THE INSIDER TECH TALK TALK OF THE TOWNS

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FOCUS ON EDUCATION COVER STORY – The St. Austin School HEARD IN THE HALLS PARENT TRAP STUDENT STANDOUTS

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Golfers drove up their fundraising efforts while driving on the green for the nonprofit’s 24th annual golf tournament, which raised more than $53,000 for the hunger relief organization.

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» FOUNDED IN 1917, ROSSMAN

SCHOOL IS A COEDUCATIONAL, INDEPENDENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL THAT SERVES STUDENTS IN JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE SIX. THE SCHOOL’S OPEN HOUSE IS 8:30 TO 10:30 A.M. NOV. 29, AND ITS WINTER WONDERLAND IS 9 TO 11:30 A.M. DEC. 2. PICTURED ON THE COVER: STUDENTS ENJOY THE SCHOOL’S NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART TRACK. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.434.5877 OR VISIT ROSSMANSCHOOL.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO BY COLIN MILLER OF STRAUSS PEYTON PHOTOGRAPHY

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St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha helped open a new playground for the Parkway School District, made possible through his charitable foundation, Dreambuilders, and United Healthcare.

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I AM JUST COMING OFF OF A TRIP TO GREECE, AND I ALREADY WANT TO GO BACK. IT’S A COUNTRY THAT HAD BEEN ON ‘MY LIST’ FOR QUITE A WHILE, AND ONE THAT MY HUSBAND (WHO HAS TRAVELED NEARLY EVERYWHERE) ACTUALLY HADN’T BEEN. IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. The hustle and bustle of Athens

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married perfectly with its deep, intriguing history. Roaming around, listening to the street musicians and finding authentic shops, not to mention walking through the Acropolis and sitting in the first Olympic stadium, are now cherished memories. And the island of Santorini, its beauty took my breath away.

There is something about travel in general that is magical. Beyond the significant historical experiences you can have are the simple, everyday ones, those that put you in touch with life beyond your ‘bubble’ at home. Different perspectives offer much-needed insight, empathy and understanding. There is so much life out there; we are such a small part of it all.

A simple question to our waiter about food at a cafe in Athens led to a fervent discussion on the refugee crisis currently plaguing Europe.

And while my viewpoints might not correlate with his, I craved hearing more from someone whose life and business are directly affected by it. A taxi driver in Oia also has an 8-year-old daughter, so we chatted about third grade and compared our daughters’ anxiousness about testing. On an intimate catamaran cruise, we met Australians originally from Papua New Guinea, a mom and daughter traveling together. They have taken vacations all over the world (usually with the other 7 kids!) and told us about their customs and native language.

I want to go back for the sunsets, the food, the relaxation, but most importantly, for the culture. Even just traveling within our great country offers a glimpse into ‘a different world,’ like that of Austin, Texas, featured in this issue. I laughed as I read the story. Texas is my home state, so I completely relate to the quirkiness of our pride in our ‘country.’

It’s good to broaden your horizons, to push yourself to see the world and experience new things. There is always room to grow and learn. And yes, I thoroughly enjoyed doing that amidst white buildings and blue domes.

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WHEN SOME PEOPLE THINK ABOUT A BALANCED ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, reading,

writing and math instantly spring to mind, but it’s easy to forget about physical education. P.E. is fundamental to helping kids develop motor skills, stay healthy and build character. Rossman School, an independent preparatory school, understands its importance. The school strives to meet its mission of excellence in all aspects of its curriculum, including physical education.

Larry Huusko, a P.E. teacher at Rossman for 30 years, says a major reason its program stands out is every student has P.E. every day. “It allows them to develop at their own pace,” he explains.

“We can do a variety of different games that focus on the same skill. If students don’t get it right away, they can continue to work on it.” The P.E. program targets specific skills for different age groups. The lower school (junior kindergarten to second grade) learns movement education, mastering balance and coordination. After second grade, students move on to a sports-based curriculum.

Rossman uses a team-teaching model that further distinguishes its program from others.

“At its most basic, team teaching allows us to focus on the individual child,” says lower school director Elizabeth Zurlinden. “Collaboration allows teachers to determine the best way to address personalized needs and nurture students’ strengths.” The team-teaching model is found across Rossman’s curriculum, and Huusko and his teaching partner Jenna Lucas see the benefits in their classes. “We want the children to develop into the best people they can be, and team teaching is very helpful in achieving that,” he says. “One of us can lead a unit, and the other can help those who are struggling or need other attention.”

Character education also is integral to Rossman’s philosophy; teachers endeavor to apply its core values of kindness, responsibility, respect and honesty to all student activities. “We are intentional in how we teach curricular content, but we are just as intentional about building and applying strong character,” Zurlinden says. P.E., according to both Zurlinden and Huusko, provides unique and tangible ways to model these character traits through sportsmanship.

Along with character development, P.E. provides a space for students to express themselves creatively. According to Huusko, the lower school always is working creatively with movement, and the upper school completes a dance unit each year, culminating in student-choreographed performances.

Huusko is grateful for the support the Rossman community gives the P.E. department. The school’s dedication to professional development has allowed him to attend conferences and innovate his curriculum. He even attended an international conference in Istanbul, Turkey.

“It was an eye-opening experience,” he says. “It’s not an opportunity every elementary school teacher gets.” Alongside the administration’s dedication, parents at Rossman also offer support for P.E. and other programs. The school recently was able to install a new rubberized running track, making it safer for students and allowing it to be used more often. Zurlinden sees this commitment as indicative of Rossman and its community as a whole. “We are committed to excellence,” she says. “Every day, our parents and faculty prove that is a lived mission.”

HEART OF THE KITCHEN TOUR Sneak a Peek at some of the area’s finest kitchens!

Thursday, November 9, 2017 10:00 AM—3:00 PM Enjoy a self-guided tour of magnificent kitchens with stunning design and décor. Sample tasty treats from celebrated restaurants and caterers at each stop.

Tickets: $40 each To reserve your spot, call 314-748-7067 or book online at Tinyurl.com/jdrfkitchentour2017 JDRF Kitchen tour sponsored by:

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SOMETIMES THINGS DAWN ON YOU at the most

inconvenient times. Recently, I was sitting in a pub called The Bloody Stream (it was built over a stream where a battle was fought in 1177) in Howth, Ireland.

I was there with my husband and friends to hoist a few pints. As we sat at the bar, the television was tuned to the Irish version of CNN, and that's how I heard Tom Petty died and some lunatic killed more than 50 people in Las Vegas.

All around me, I kept hearing the same words used to describe the shooter: “f*cking idiot.” The Irish love their beer, but they also love the f-bomb more than any other word. It is used constantly, including by women who easily could be strolling the halls of an upscale retirement home.

Petty’s death and the mass shooting nagged at me. Maybe it was because the news kept playing one of Petty’s songs over and over again: “I will stand my ground. And I won't back down. Well, I know what's right, I got just one life.” And I thought, somehow, I have grown complacent.

You see, there is nobody who loves a protest, political discussion, campaign or fight over an issue more than me. If somehow I find out you aren’t registered to vote or don’t vote, well, to borrow a phrase from Kim Jong-un, I consider you a dotard. But over the past several years, I’ve kept my mouth shut.

Sure, I still wrote checks to my favorite candidates, still talked to the people I knew held the same views as me, but I avoided discussions with friends who had different views. And quite honestly, I cannot remember the last time I held a sign at a protest or stood at a polling place handing out literature for my favorite candidate or issue. Things just got too toxic.

But here we were, another mass shooting, and I was having the same thoughts I always do: I needed to do something, anything! I love the U.S. Bill of Rights, especially the part about freedom of speech.

Personally, I don’t like guns, but I don’t care if you own one. I also don’t care if you hunt and have a variety of rifles. That’s your business, not mine. But I do care if you accumulate a large number of assault rifles. Doesn’t seem anyone has a need for them in a civilized society. This is my opinion and mine alone.

The problem is, I, an intelligent person who has never backed away from a discussion, am afraid to make my views known for fear of what others will think or call me on Facebook. Where did the fearless girl my parents taught to speak up go? Clearly, Irish beer had a special effect that made me introspective.

So, starting today, I am going to keep singing my favorite Tom Petty song because, as he says, I know what’s right. It's not to persuade you to my point of view, but to be brave enough to at least share it with you. Please do the same. The only way things are going to change is for reasonable people to start talking without the screaming we see on TV, or the bias we hear from single-issue organizations. And if along the way, I get a chance to march in a peaceful protest, the exercise will do me good.

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Tune in to The Cooking Channel ▶ at 9 p.m. Nov. 2 for a LATE NITE EATS episode featuring Gamlin Whiskey

House in the Central West End!

Celebrity chef Jordan Andino and crew were in town to film the program in July. Their St. Louis stop was one of 12 across the U.S.

▲ Trick or treat! REWARDEXPERT, a travel website, released its list of the best cities to visit for Halloween vacation fun, and St. Louis came in at No. 4 in the Midwest.

RewardExpert ranked cities based on Halloween activities, climate, safety, price and ease of transportation. ◀ Props are in order for St. Louis Priory School grad TEJAS SEKHAR, recently featured in T&S' Student Standouts column.

He and Pattonville junior Will Polster are student

ambassadors for Peerlift, a national

nonprofit that connects young people with internships, scholarships, summer study programs, study abroad opportunities and more.

The two are working to raise awareness of Peerlift services in the St. Louis area. ▲ A tip of the hat is due to Washington University microbiologist SCOTT HULTGREN, PH.D., recently elected to the National Academy of Medicine! The honor goes to the professor of molecular microbiology for his work in understanding and treating urinary tract infections. Hultgren is also the director of the Center for Women's Infectious Disease Research at Washington University School of Medicine.

〈〈〈 THE MAIN EVENTS 〉〉〉 Celebrate the written word at the 39th annual St. Louis Jewish Book Festival Nov. 5 through 19 at the JCC. It's a feast of ideas, stories and authors covering a wide range of subjects. Enjoy engaging speakers, discussions and more.

Lace up your running shoes for the Veterans Day 5K and Parade Nov. 11 at Soldiers' Memorial Plaza. The family-friendly event honors the nation's service members and raises funds to help end homelessness.

Would-be chefs can sharpen their skills at the Four Seasons' Nov. 12 cooking class, A Thanksgiving Day Feast.

Learn to prepare a memorable meal from start to finish, including place settings, turkey brining and pie making.

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As we head toward the end of the year, giving graciously is top of mind for me. I work with many nonprofits and serve on various boards, so I often ask others to make financial donations to particular organizations. When I receive these requests myself, I tend to make a contribution if there is an easy way to give online. Today there are many websites that make it easy for organizations and individuals to get donations electronically.

Here are a few that create a great experience for the donor.

➧ A local startup, givable.org, has created a way for parents and companies to encourage their children and employees to give. The idea is to make giving a daily habit. Givable sends you an email every

Have a

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morning spotlighting two charities, and you choose where to direct your donation.

You can start with as little as 25 cents a day, and there is an option to skip a day if the charities don’t inspire you. Imagine the impact if everyone started doing this daily!

➧ If you want to positively influence kids’

education, check out donorschoose.org.

Teachers and schools post their needs on the website, and you can select certain criteria to narrow the list down to projects that meet your giving criteria. Most are seeking under $1,000 in funding to make a difference in the classroom. It’s a great way to help teachers and students!

➧ Crowdrise.com is a platform that lets organizations raise money with the help

of celebrities. Companies set up donation pages to encourage their employees to donate to a specific cause. There is a Celebrity Experiences section with names like Sean Penn, Lady Gaga and Seth Rogen who are raising money to help out their favorite charities. See if your favorite actor or singer is on there!

CHECK OUT: Givolio (givolio.com) to create an online giving portfolio TRY OUT: Need to save before giving? Try Acorns (acorns.com) to help you stock away your funds.

➧ A few others include GoFundMe,

Causes and You Caring, which raise funds for individuals in need or community projects. All present simple ways for you to make a difference in the lives of others.

Making it easy to give is just another way technology impacts our lives. Of course, if you still prefer to write a big check, I promise it will be accepted!

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Come meet designer Peter Schmid, the man behind these powerful pieces, and treat yourself to a sneak peek of his latest collection, just in time for the holidays.

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QUINN ESTATE & ELDER LAW LLC AREAS OF PRACTICE Brian serves individual and business clients in a variety of legal matters, especially in the areas of estate planning, asset protection planning, Medicaid planning, VA benefits, elder law and special needs planning. He has assisted in the prosecution of hundreds of claims for government benefits, including veterans pension and Medicaid claims and has helped train other attorneys throughout the country in this area.

EDUCATION/BIO Brian was born in the St. Louis area and has lived in the region ever since. He and his Wife have two children and two dogs.

Brian is a graduate of the University of Missouri at Columbia and the Saint Louis University School of Law. He has been named a ‘Rising Star’ in the field of elder law by Super Lawyers Magazine for three consecutive years. Brian is a member of the Missouri Bar, the Illinois Bar, the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and the Bar of the United States District Court, Eastern District of Missouri. He is accredited through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to assist in the preparation, presentation and prosecution of claims for veterans benefits before their agency. Brian has held multiple positions with the Missouri Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (MO NAELA), including being a current member of their Board of Directors, and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis’ (BAMSL) Young Lawyer’s Division.

Brian is also a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, ElderCareAdvisors, and the President Elect 2018 for MONAELA. He is past president of the High Octane Chapter of Business Network International and an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America.

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ABOUT THE FIRM Capes Sokol is a St. Louis-based law firm focusing on business, commercial and intellectual property and product liability litigation; white collar and other criminal defense matters; tax litigation and controversy; corporate and real estate matters; and tax and estate planning.

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PAULE, CAMAZINE & BLUMENTHAL, P.C. AREAS OF PRACTICE I practice all areas of family law: divorce, high-conflict custody and visitation disputes, Orders of Protection, paternity matters, highasset division of property including business valuations and property valuations, maintenance/alimony, child support, annulments, prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements.

EDUCATION/ BIO I received my bachelor of arts in pre-law from American University in Washington, D.C., and my J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis.

WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO PRACTICE THIS PARTICULAR AREA OF LAW? As a single mom and a child of parents involved in a very high-conflict divorce, I can see the breakup of a family, or individuals fighting for custody, from multiple perspectives. I counsel my clients both with regard to what is in their immediate best interests, as well as their long-term concerns. I also advise my clients about what their children may be experiencing and the best ways to assist them through this transition. My trial skills in the courtroom combined with my prior role as a sex crimes and child abuse prosecutor, as well as my business and civil litigation experience, all help me provide my clients with a wellrounded view of the law and litigation.

WHAT IS ONE OF THE BEST ASPECTS OF PRACTICING LAW? I discuss in my recent blog, “Are you a Good Lawyer” found on my firm’s website at pcblawfirm.com/blog, that being a family law attorney highlights some of the best reasons to be a lawyer. I tell my clients the truth, whether they want to hear it or not, because that’s what will serve them in the end. I get to passionately advocate for my client’s interests for those items they hold most dear: their children, their family and their future. I get to help my clients be better people even when the circumstances make the low road seem so appealing. I get to help my clients put their children first and plan for their future, while also giving them a realistic view of what the court may award.

My job lets me guide clients through a very difficult process to their future, and what could be more rewarding than that?

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FOREST PARK— Still mulling over greeting card choices for the holidays? Here’s an idea: a card featuring a wintry photo of the Jewel Box, the beloved Art Deco greenhouse dedicated in 1936. Sales benefit Forest Park Forever, the nonprofit tasked with the remarkable (and continuing) improvements to the planet’s most awesome urban green space, with apologies to those who believe it’s tied with Tower Grove Park. » Each set contains 20 cards of the same design. » Cards are 5 x 7 and printed on recycled paper. » Inside message: “Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season and a very happy New Year.” » Matching blank white envelopes are included. » Cards are available for pickup, or will begin shipping, in mid-November. » Sets are $25 each. (Forest Park Forever members receive a discount!)

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them a tour, but it’s after dusk that the action starts.

At witching hour, the Donaubauers remove plastic covers that protect electronics from the elements, and about a dozen dentally challenged, broom-borne hags commence to cackle and move around, along with all manner of other specters and varieties of the undead.

Two bony dudes play still-life poker. A horseman has kept his head … so far. A skeletal bowler aims a pumpkin at 10 pins down the driveway. Another in a black hat and cape, jaw dropping, walks four dog skeletons … hounds from Hades that might include long-gone pit bulls and pugs. Often hysterically funny, it’s all in good fun and family-friendly at 620 Nancy— no hideous dudes chasing you around with chainsaws.

Yes, this family may be a tad kooky, but creepy, mysterious and spooky? Not so much. Last night (Oct. 31) the Donaubauers expected to have handed out thousands upon thousands of pieces of candy that they buy in bulk. And today is the Day of the Dead for the display, because if Donaubauer doesn’t start dismantling it now, he can’t get his Christmas display up in time. There’s almost $100,000 of scary goods to store before holiday visitors start dropping by his version of the North Pole, which he admits is even more elaborate (and pricey). What’s he to do the other threequarters of the year? He mows lawns, works on cars … plus replaces bulbs and tinkers with whatever else is busted in his displays. He hates throwing anything away. That’s why the garage has no room for his truck.

ST. CHARLES— The modest ranch house on Nancy Drive in St. Charles isn’t haunted, but all hell had broken loose in the front, back and side yards the week before Halloween. The grounds looked like a neighborhood barbecue that was so crowded—with dozens of human skeletons, a bony horse and a few skeletal dogs—that the cops had better swing by and break it up. (Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters? They’ll never get back to you.) Since mid-September, Halloween decorations had been arranged ‘just so’ in the yard, past the point of obsessiveness. That’s just the way Chris Donaubauer has liked it for nearly half of his 38 years. He started a modest Christmas display not long after his first son was born 15 years ago and for the Oct. 31 holiday, he adds ghouls, pumpkins, spiders, gravestones, and inflatable and animatronic creatures to a light display that can distract airline pilots. Drivers at least slow to gawk or drop in from throughout the Midwest—and beyond; a Norwegian writer visited recently. Donaubauer’s willing, able and eager to give

ST. LOUIS— Almost anybody who’s lived somewhere in the metro for at least 15 minutes has seen KSHE 95 radio’s iconic pig in headphones and shades, ring through its snout, cigarette dangling from its jowls. ‘Sweetmeat’ has been around since 1972, just five years after the powerhouse changed to the format that has stayed consistent for 50 years now: album-oriented rock.

Somebody should make a documentary about KSHE 95, actually at 94.7 on the FM dial. Well, somebody has … and not just anybody. Ron Stevens, himself an integral part of the ‘Real Rock Radio’ juggernaut as a DJ in the 1970s, traces the origins of the world’s longestrunning rock radio station in Never Say Goodbye: Birth of a Station. The documentary premieres Nov. 1 at the Moolah Theatre in midtown (3821 Lindell Blvd.), with the whole red carpet, limo treatment starting around 6 p.m. for many of the voices you may have heard at one time or another but whose faces you may never have seen. Hey, it’s radio. Many in the metro recognize the voices of Mark Klose, John ‘The U Man’ Ulett, Joe ‘Mama’ Mason or ‘Radio Rich’ Dalton but wouldn’t know them from Adam if they passed them at the mall. After the local luminaries have made an entrance, the film will unspool at 7 p.m. (After that, the entire public theater run is only five showings. The one at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12 at .ZACK, 3224 Locust, is free!) Stevens tracked down every major personality who worked there through 1979. Plus, the tireless director interviewed the very first person ever heard on the station’s airwaves at 7 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, 1961. Notably, from 1968 to 1976, no disc jockey KSHE hired had any previous experience in radio, including manager Shelley Grafman, who was selling insurance door-to-door before his brother hired him to run the station. Packed with archival film footage and photos from the ’70s—and a soundtrack featuring ‘KSHE Klassics’—the documentary celebrates both the onair personalities and the rock stars (a few wannabes or no-hit wonders, to be sure) whose careers KSHE gave a big boost. Many played the Mississippi River Festival, our own regularly scheduled mini-Woodstock at SIU-Edwardsville, which those who came of age in the 1970s and late ’60s should remember—even if they were in a smoky haze at the time.

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Winter Wonderland Saturday, December 2

9:00 a.m to 11:30 a.m.

Fairytale Theatre Winter Activities for All Ages

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[DEEP THINKING THE ST. AUSTIN SCHOOL by stephanie wallace PLATO, SOCRATES, ST. THOMAS AQUINAS, SHAKESPEARE—these are the names of great

thinkers and writers. Most students encounter them first in high school before delving deeper into their texts and ideas in college. The St. Austin School, however, believes there is no need to wait to introduce students to fundamental figures and schools of thought. The independent elementary and middle school in Town & Country offers a classical curriculum in the Catholic tradition that creates lifelong learners by teaching students to master critical, creative and logical thinking.

“Mastery is very important in classical education,” headmistress Geralyn Dolan says. “It’s learning something more deeply.” She explains that students at The St. Austin School develop a fuller understanding of what they learn and are less likely to forget it. “Our goal is to teach basic skills like reading and writing but also critical and creative ways of thinking,” says admissions director Danielle Morgenthaler. “If we can accomplish that, we can provide them with the foundation to succeed not only in the high school they choose, but also in life.”

St. Austin’s approach to math illustrates this educational philosophy well, according to Dolan.

“We want to help students be problem-solvers; it’s not about memorizing equations,” she explains.

“Once you know the basics, you can apply them to any problem. Our students truly understand mathematical concepts.” The success of the strategy, she says, can be seen in the students’ math test scores; they are in the top 9 percent in the nation.

Socratic questioning is another important teaching philosophy at the school. The method refers to systematic, disciplined questioning to explore complex ideas and analyze concepts.

“Asking more questions encourages students to go deeper,” Dolan explains. “It draws them in and sparks their interest.” St. Austin embraces classical concepts elsewhere in the curriculum, too.

Middle-schoolers study Shakespeare’s plays, and students start Latin in kindergarten and also learn Biblical Hebrew.

While the school is proud of its classical roots, it also seeks to innovate and prepare its students for the modern world. Along with classical languages, students take Spanish starting in prekindergarten. St. Austin also has an integrated curriculum and uses sources other than textbooks to engage students’ interest. Dolan gives the example of teaching early American history and the founding of Jamestown. “The teacher brings in an artist and composer from the period, and the class covers some piece of literature from the early 17th century,” she says. “It brings history to life, giving students a fuller picture and deeper understanding.”

Part of what makes St. Austin’s innovative approach such a success is its small class sizes. “We are able to get to know every student and understand their individual learning styles,” Morgenthaler says. “The bigger a school is, the more standardized it becomes out of necessity.” Even with an individualized focus, the school continues to grow. Previously, there was a combined third- and fourth-grade class, but a new facility this year allowed a separate classroom for each grade, and more additions are in the works. “The new space is wonderful,” Morgenthaler says. “It allows for measured and controlled growth as we continue to meet our full potential.”

THE ST. AUSTIN SCHOOL IS A PRIVATE, INDEPENDENT SCHOOL IN TOWN & COUNTRY THAT DELIVERS A CLASSICAL EDUCATION IN THE CATHOLIC TRADITION TO PRE-KINDERGARTEN THROUGH EIGHTH-GRADE STUDENTS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.580.2802 OR VISIT SAINTAUSTINSCHOOL.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY ALLIE BRONSKY | COVER PHOTO BY BILL BARRETT

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HEARD [ IN THE ] HALLS

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VISION: To be a Gospel-driven, academically excellent community for each unique image-bearer of God.

Expect the Extraordinary

Twenty-eight students used their newly acquired baking skills to feed families in need, through the Bake for Good: Kids Program sponsored by King Arthur Flour.

Each student made two loaves of bread, one for Operation Food Search and the other to enjoy with their families.

He may still be in high school, but senior Haran Kumar has already shown his collegiate prowess by qualifying for the College Board’s State Advanced Placement Scholar Award.

The award is given to one male and one female student from each state and the District of Columbia who have earned the most AP exam scores of 3 or higher and the highest average score on all AP exams taken.

For her first trip out of the U.S., junior Meghan Beckmann traveled west to the Far East: Japan. During her two-week stay, she toured the sights of Tokyo, where she spent time volunteering, and lived with a host family in Kyoto to experience everyday life. Her trip was thanks to a scholarship from Kiwanis International.

Lower primary students presented a stuffed elephant and a book they wrote and illustrated entitled Hero to Malachi Snyder, son of fallen St. Louis County police officer Blake Snyder. The students presented their gifts and read parts of the book to Malachi and his mom, Elizabeth.

Students also donated proceeds from a service project to BackStoppers.

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A group of 12 juniors and seniors were selected to join the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council during the school year. The students will attend the city’s commission meetings, discuss local issues with Clayton Mayor Harold Sanger and even complete a service project for the city.

As a freshman, Agha Haider is already making a long-term impact in his community through his efforts as a philanthropist with the Little St. Nick Foundation.

Haider was recently given the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award from the St. Louis Regional Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Along with fellow honorees, he will be celebrated at the AFP annual luncheon Nov. 14.

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Children learn by exploring. That’s true for the physical world and the world of ideas.

Community School provides the perfect place for that early exploration in a young child’s life.

Open House: Nov. 4 at 9:00 a.m.

CommunitySchool.com 900 Lay Road 314.991.0005

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FORSYTH. THERE’S NOTHING LIKE IT.

by dr. tim jordan A 7-YEAR-OLD I’LL CALL RACHEL BEGRUDGINGLY CAME

to my office for a visit, and she was so miffed at being there, she wouldn’t shake my hand or tell me her name.

She stomped into my room, sat down, crossed her arms and stuck out her chin as if to say, “Just try to make me talk!”

That all changed the minute Buddy walked into the room.

Buddy is my new comfort dog, and his effect on kids is magical. He walked over to Rachel, put his head on her lap, and then slowly eased himself up until he was sitting right next to her. Rachel melted and started smiling; her anxiety and anger disappeared. She spent the rest of the hour sharing openly, all the while petting her new friend.

Studies have demonstrated that when a dog is present at routine physicals at the doctor’s office, young children have lower blood pressure and less behavioral stress.

Research also has shown that playing with your pet for 15 to 30 minutes makes you feel more relaxed and calm because it raises your brain’s dopamine and serotonin levels. Therapists use dogs in treatment because they have a calming effect on both adults and children.

Campers ranging in age from 8 to 18 tell me that they often talk to their pets when they are upset because animals listen and don’t interrupt like parents. They can share their deepest, darkest secrets because they won’t get passed on, and the kids feel unconditionally loved by their dogs. This even holds true for stuffed animals; many girls even go off to college with their favorite fluffy friends. Pets help kids feel less lonely by providing companionship they can count on.

Kids who grow up with dogs have fewer allergies, are less likely to have eczema, get a boost to their immune systems and have fewer sick days from school. They also spend more time doing moderate to vigorous physical activity than their peers without dogs. So what’s not to like?

Buddy has become a staple at my weekend retreats, and I’m excited for him to go to all of my camps this coming summer. Most girls love animals, and a mellow, lovable dog like mine puts them at ease quickly, even in new environments that could arouse anxiety. A dog just might be everyone’s best friend.

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Who do you want

your child to be?

STUDENT STANDOUTS] by tim godfrey

[ the pitching innovator ] EHAN KAMAT

OPEN HOUSE NOVEMBER 11TH presentations: 9:15, 10:15, 11:15 am tours immediately following RSVP online (preferred) www.newcityschool.org/oh

They say that necessity is the mother of invention.

Oddly enough, it was a need of MICDS senior Ehan Kamat’s mother that gave birth to his invention, the Solemender.

It’s is a freezable roller with a rubber surface that helps alleviate foot pain.

Kamat’s mother was suffering from plantar fasciitis, an inflammation of the thick band of tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes. At age 12, Kamat sought to provide a solution to his mother’s pain.

“You don’t want to see your parents running around the house trying to find different gadgets to alleviate their pain,” he says.

Kamat and his parents, both doctors, sat down to discuss solutions. His parents had recommended their own patients freeze a bottle of water and roll the foot on it to relieve pain. But Kamat set out to find a better answer.

After five prototypes, and help from his father, Kamat had a finished product. In an effort to share his invention with others, Kamat took inspiration from entrepreneur Steve Jobs. He had read biographies and listened to numerous stories about the Apple icon, which pushed him in his own endeavor.

Kamat cold-called businesses in the area, asking them for a few minutes of their time. He found success in his pitches, which is no surprise as he was named the Saint Louis University Teen Escalator Pitch winner in 2015. Solemender is now sold in numerous stores throughout the St. Louis area, like Comfort Shoes and Medical West, and in other states.

Solemender even caught the attention of the hit ABC show Shark Tank, which Kamat says he’s been watching since he was 8. Ever since, he’s wanted to be featured on the show.

T&S interviewed Kamat before his appearance on Shark Tank. While he was not selected by any of the sharks, he received high praise from both Mark Cuban and former New York Yankee Alex Rodriguez. “Only 17 years old? Ehan, you impressed me. Email me after college graduation,” Rodriguez tweeted.

talk to ... [ kurt schumaker] Kurt Schumaker is a senior at Saint Louis University High School, and on his most recent attempt at the ACT, he earned a perfect score. While the achievement is not routine among the majority of students, it’s a family affair for the Schumakers; his two brothers also earned the rare accolade.

He gives credit to his mom, who encouraged him to give it one more try after scoring a near-perfect 35.

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WHAT TRIPPED YOU UP ON THE PRIOR ATTEMPTS?

The science section was the one holding me back. I would get a 36 on English every time. I would get a 35 or a 36 on reading and math. Then every single time, I would get a 34 on science. I needed two more points in science each time.

WITH BEING THE CAPTAIN OF YOUR SOCCER TEAM AND HAVING A FULL COURSE LOAD, WHAT DO YOU DO TO UNWIND?

At SLUH, I am part of the outdoor adventure club. I joined last year.

We went on a summer trip to Colorado and went hiking and camping in the mountains. That got me really interested in hiking.

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Tamar Crump just wants to help people.

Whether it’s assisting her theater classmates with makeup and costumes, discussing how racial issues are affecting her peers, or even lending a hand at Maplewood Richmond Heights High School’s food pantry, Crump just wants to make people feel like someone cares.

Where Crump sees a need, she fills it. And she’s always looking for opportunities. The junior is taking three college credit courses in addition to her AP courses.

“I really take pride in my education and learning about new ideas. I find that there are a lot of people who don’t have the same opportunities or the same level of education I do. So I like to take full advantage of that,” Crump says.

She aims to be a benefactor for others. She has volunteered at the school’s food pantry since 8th grade and started an internship there this year.

Crump packs canned food, breakfast foods and other items to send out every week. She also helps raise funds and stock the pantry.

So how is she able, at 17, to juggle her responsibilities? “I don’t have a really good answer for that,” Crump says with a chuckle.

She says it’s all about managing her time and prioritizing what needs to get finished each day, so she can focus on the next. She is interested in topics like race relations, which she and her classmates discuss in the mornings and at lunch. The conversation might be heavy and provoke different viewpoints, but Crump is more than willing to see current events through alternative perspectives.

Her principal says despite her loaded daily schedule, she is an “absolute delight to be around” at school.

“If you can do just one thing to help someone, I think you should,” Crump says.

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7/29/17

by julia m. johnson | photos by susie vreeland photography BEING FROM ST. LOUIS MEANS A LOT TO ELLEN KAMMER. So when she married Houston native Taylor

Vaught, she wanted to make sure their out-of-town wedding guests experienced the city to its fullest.

“Most of our guests came in from Texas, and many of them had never been here before,” says Ellen, an Ursuline Academy grad. “I love St. Louis and talk about it all the time, so I wanted to incorporate its history into our wedding celebration. That’s why we chose Union Station for the reception.” Guests also visited the Gateway Arch and went to a Cardinals baseball game while they were in town, and the couple encouraged them to see as much of the city as possible. “Some of them made a mini vacation of it,” Ellen recalls.

Tradition was important to the couple as well, so they chose not to see each other before the ceremony. “People thought we were crazy for doing that, but we loved it,” Ellen says. “Catching sight of each other for the first time when the church doors opened made the rest of the day so special!”

Ellen’s father passed away before she was born, so she wanted to carry a special memento of him on the big day. “I had my dad’s wedding band on my bouquet, and my mom walked me down the aisle. So they were both with me at that moment,” she says. Taylor knew her mother’s blessing would be important to Ellen, so before proposing, he secretly flew in from Dallas to ask permission. “My mom was really touched that he did that in person,” Ellen says. “I didn’t find out about it until the day he proposed.”

She says the wedding went smoothly with the help of Kristin Ashley Events, and guests enjoyed dancing and partying in Union Station’s beautiful Grand Hall. The bride had the venue set up a special ‘Taylor’s Bourbon Bar’ in lieu of a groom’s cake. “There were five types of bourbon and whiskey so guests could order special cocktails,” she notes. At the reception, a friend serenaded the couple with a rendition of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” accompanied by the band. “We had no idea he would do that,” Ellen says. “It was such a fun memory!”

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It tastes like rosé with more emphasis on the grape than the alcohol. The texture is similar to a snow cone but much less dense. Forget the weather ... if there’s any reason to come to L.A., it’s for the frosé.

High-end candles are like trophies for millennials in L.A. Everyone has them, and they are prominently displayed on coffee tables, night stands and bar carts. Le Labo has become the candle brand of choice for many Angelenos. With its popularity surging here and in other major cities, there’s an Instagram account similar to the tongue-in-cheek OverheardLA. OverheardLeLabo chronicles the ridiculous conversations that take place at Le Labo stores. The company’s simple but elegant packaging has launched several wannabe brands, and its scents attract even the most discerning of noses.

all-white everything Since 2013, Los Angeles has been a host city to Diner en Blanc, an all-white pop-up dinner held at a secret landmark location. A 30-year-old tradition that started in France, Diner en Blanc has grown to be an international soiree in various major metropolitan cities. Guests dressed in entirely white ensembles bring their own white chairs, table, tablecloth, utensils and glassware and are shuttled to the secret location from a common meeting spot. It’s a visually spectacular evening filled with food, wine and live entertainment—all with a French twist. If you can’t travel as far as the West Coast to experience it, catch one in Chicago. It’s definitely worth the drive!

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on location Los Angeles is synonymous with the Hollywood lifestyle. But for those of us who live here, life is more than lights, camera, action! Taking time to tour a studio lot still feels like a special treat, even for the most jaded of Angelenos. Located all over the city from Culver City to (you guessed it) Hollywood, it’s incredible how much pop culture and American history the studios and surrounding cities hold.

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Before living here, I used to equate hanging houseplants to my grandmother or home decor of decades past. Now, I can’t help but notice they are becoming the interior decorating accessory du jour in L.A. homes and apartments. Great for small spaces, they can easily liven up any corner. Like with any other trend, moderation is key—you don’t want your house looking like the Jewel Box in Forest Park!

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Start the holiday season with a family friendly experience as we light the giant holiday tree featuring: ★ Live holiday performances ★ Special arrival from Santa to light the tree ★ Photos with Santa ★ Balloon art ★ Ice carving demonstrations ★ Hot cocoa and cookies Hosted by Jill Devine of KYKY Y-98.

Event check-in located at Brooks Brothers entrance.

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What's the BEST GIFT you’ve ever received?

BY JULIA M. JOHNSON

Otis Williams

Jack Lane

executive producer Stages St. Louis

It was a TICKET TO SEE MY FIRST BROADWAY SHOW for my birthday in 1969. That show was 1776, and it changed my life. Almost 40 years later, I am about to produce my fifth show on Broadway.

Ben Poremba

executive director St. Louis Development Corp.

chef and owner Bengelina Hospitality Group

My FIRST BICYCLE when I was 8 years old. That Christmas, all my friends also received bikes. I thought mine was the sharpest: a red Schwinn with a light, a really neat-sounding horn and whitewall tires.

I couldn’t thank my parents enough for making my dream come true.

My children, of course. The best material gift I’ve ever received was the book, THE MORAL MAXIMS AND REFLECTIONS OF THE DUKE DE LA ROCHEFOUCAULD

by La Rochefoucauld. A dear old friend of mine gave it to me, and I’ve held it and its lessons close to me ever since. I live by that book.

Lisa Knight

owner, The Design House

It was from my two daughters for Mother’s Day. They left a TRAIL OF MASON JARS FILLED WITH FLOWERS, and each one had a ribbon on it where they had written something they loved about me. The trail led to a table where they had written ‘MOM’ in chocolate kisses. The gift was special because it truly came from their hearts, and I loved reading the reasons they love me.

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Cheryl DiMauro general manager Neiman Marcus

executive director National Blues Museum

The FIRST TWO YEARS OF MY UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION at the University of Iowa, paid for by my parents. I was able to get a scholarship after that, and the experience taught me the value of hard work and perseverance. I also met my wife Katie there, and her support enabled me to reach my dream of improving lives through medical research and practice. My parents’ gift really set me on the right path.

Experiences involving family and travel are gifts that keep on giving.

My husband gave our family A TRIP TO HIS PARENTS’ HOMETOWN IN SICILY with a week of relaxation in Tuscany to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Watching my children meet their Italian relatives, seeing my in-laws renew their vows in a picturesque Italian chapel and celebrating until the sun rose in the Tuscan hills are memories I’ll cherish forever.

A NECKLACE FROM MY MOTHER when I was in high school. I had thought I probably wouldn’t get it because of the cost. However, when I opened the gift, I was surprised to find my ‘gold’ necklace. The funny thing was, it began to turn green over time. Mom couldn’t afford a real gold necklace, but she wasn’t about to let her son down, either.

associate professor Washington University School of Medicine

Dion Brown

Kelly Pollock

executive director, COCA

A TEDDY BEAR I received for Christmas when I was in elementary school. There was nothing fancy about this soft, brown, stuffed bear that I named ‘Rodney,’ but he has been a lifelong companion and source of comfort since that day. After more than a few decades of love, he is tattered, torn and looking pretty rough, but he is still with me. Fortunately, I think my husband finds this vestige of my childhood endearing!

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Join us from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19 for Unique Boutique, a holiday market that features quality, one-of-a-kind gifts, fine art and handcrafted items from more than four dozen artisans. Admission is $5 at the door.

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Join us at either location between noon and 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving for a traditional three-course dinner for $39.95. Regular dinner menu also available. Reservations recommended.

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Hauntingly beautiful.

Set the mood (and table) for the perfect holiday season. From place settings to floral centerpieces, The Abbey offers decoration perfection. Enjoy 20 percent off everything in the store Nov. 9 through 12.

Season Opener!

A classic in the repertoire of all great ballet companies.

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9 | SAINT LOUIS BALLET Start off the holiday season with the romantic ballet Giselle at the Touhill Nov. 3 through 5. In the repertoire of the world’s top ballet companies, Giselle is the classic tale of love, betrayal and forgiveness.

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10 | MOSBY BUILDING ARTS Join us for Mosby’s fourth annual Stuff the Truck event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 9. The event will include Santa photos and food trucks. Donations support Friends of Kids with Cancer and our local food pantry.

Saint Louis Ballet Dancer Amy Herchenroether. Photo by Pratt Kreidich.

Voted FAVORITE DANCE COMPANY by critics and readers of Saint Louis Post-Dispatch

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11 | MISTER GUY MEN’S STORE Faherty representative Lauren Garcia will be in town showing the brand’s fall and winter styles at a trunk show Nov. 3 and 4. The show will feature clothes and blankets with Faherty’s signature summer vibe to carry you through the cold months.

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[STORE FRONT » a peek into the windows of the st. louis retail world by tim godfrey

[ an honor for the decade ]

Natalie Harrison, owner of LASH LOFT SALON & SPA in Richmond

Heights, celebrated her stuido’s 10year anniversary in an extra special way.

She hosted Masquerade Day Soiree to recognize 10 local women, one for each year of business, who have shown perseverance and a dedication to community in their own lives. Congrats, and continue to ‘lash out the Lou!’

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Possibly the only thing better than a free game of bowling is a fivelayer pizza cake, both of which were available at the grand opening of BOWLERO ST. PETERS, located at 8070 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The new hot spot is much more than your typical bowling alley. It features high-tech video walls, black light lanes, rustic chic decor, a state-of-the-art arcade, and an outrageous menu that features a 5-pound Behemoth Burger and a 2-foot-long hot dog!

[ party for pets ] A party isn’t complete without treats, and TREATS UNLEASHED supplied plenty for pets and their owners in recognition of 15 years in business! It offered discounts on various products and celebrations for customers (and their furry friends, of course) at all 10 of its locations. The local chain recently opened new stores in Kirkwood and the CWE.

[ trunk trove ] Fashion is in full swing at MISTER GUY WOMEN’S in Ladue with trunk shows bookending November. On Nov. 2 through 4, modern styles from the hills of Italy will make their way to St. Louis at the Peserico trunk show. The fashion company recently opened its first U.S. store this past summer in East Hampton, New York. Then, from Nov. 30 through Dec. 2, the styling of Tom and Linda Platt will bring the New York fashion scene to the Lou. Fashionistas can take in the fierce looks from West 39th Street and get a head start on next season.

[ a sweet partnership ] NATURE’S BOUNTY is teaming up with COLLEEN’S COOKIES

for the upcoming holiday season. The greeting card company sells its unique cards throughout the greater St. Louis area. Each features products from local farmers and artisans, with their information on the back. Its holiday cards will display images of delicious treats from local favorite, Colleen’s Cookies. Nature’s Bounty makes a donation from every card sold to the St. Louis Area Foodbank.

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NOW THAT MOST OF THE CONSTRUCTION CREWS HAVE

vacated the premises, we can take a stroll through Chapman Plaza, the newly created space at the northeast corner of Clayton’s Shaw Park. It’s impressive by any standard: fountains, waterfalls, elaborate gardens, pavilions, a pergola and dusk-todawn lighting. But it also has an interesting backstory.

The Clayton Century Foundation, a group dedicated to raising private funds for projects that enhance the community, approached Bob Chapman, CEO of Barry Wehmiller, the company whose building faces that corner of the park. Chapman offered to support the effort with a lead gift, which, added to other contributions from private citizens and businesses, raised the $4.5 million needed.

Additional pledges also ensure that no public funds are needed to maintain the project for the next 20 years.

From the street, the new park ‘entrance’ is welcoming and attractive, with its curved pergola and recessed water features.

But one pass through the area reveals some unusual features.

For one thing, a saying carved into a boulder near the waterfall reads: “Tomatoes 10 cents a pound.”

What can that mean? Turns out it’s attributed to Marge Estle, Chapman’s mother, who grew up on a farm in Iowa during the Depression. Those were words she uttered often to help supplement the family income—and get herself a store-bought dress her senior year of high school.

I subsequently learned that the entire plaza is a tribute to Chapman’s parents, who took up residence in Ferguson, Missouri, where Barry Wehmiller also got its start. Now a multinational company with 12,000 employees, the business, like its CEO, had modest roots. A company spokesperson explains that Chapman views the park project as a symbol of overcoming adversity on many levels. First, it’s a paean to his parents, who have walked that walk. And topographically, the Shaw Park hill where Chapman Plaza stands is a stark descent best known for providing hours of sledding joy to local kids. The idea of creating a formal park entrance there was not without its challenges; once you traverse the 72-step decline, you realize just how steep it is.

And finally, Chapman wanted this eponymous spot to provide inspiration, both with its breathtaking aesthetics and a series of thought-provoking quotes, taken directly from a Leadership Institute he founded. The inscriptions provide food for thought and set a tone that makes visitors realize it’s about more than just a walk in the park. It’s a place to stop and smell the roses, so to speak. There are real roses, too; they were Marge Estle’s favorites.

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leisure » F6 ON THE TABLE – Pig & Pickle F8 TRAVEL – Austin: Texas with a Twist F11 NOT SO DEEP THOUGHTS F12 QUICK BITES BRIDGE WITH BLAND

health & beauty » REJUVENATION F14 COVER STORY – Washington University Physicians F15 HEALTH – Reverse the Clock F17 HEALTH FLASH F20 SPECIAL FEATURE – Rejuvenate Your Mind F22 SPECIAL FEATURE – Caring Connections

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RELIANCE BANK IS A LOCALLY OWNED, FULL-SERVICE COMMUNITY BANK WITH MORE THAN 20 BRANCHES THROUGHOUT THE ST. LOUIS METROPOLITAN REGION. IT PROVIDES FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS AND UNMATCHED SERVICE TO INDIVIDUALS, PROFESSIONALS, SMALL BUSINESSES AND COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS. FEATURED ON THE COVER: NORM TOON, JOSHUA KORITZ, JENI WEIRICH. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.569.7200 OR VISIT RELIANCEBANKSTL.COM. COVER PHOTO BY TIM PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

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[LOCAL FOCUS RELIANCE BANK by stephanie wallace WE ALL RELY ON OUR BANKS FOR BASIC NECESSITIES LIKE GETTING CASH

from the ATM and depositing paychecks, but we don’t always think about the integral part they can play in bolstering the local economy. Deposits we make can help fund local businesses through loans, which in turn can create revenue and job opportunities. Reliance Bank is dedicated to its role of serving the community.

With more than 20 branch locations in the St. Louis metropolitan area, it uses its $1.4 billion in total assets to help businesses grow and develop while also offering customers personal service.

“We’re a community bank that is locally owned and locally managed,” says Reliance chairman and CEO Thomas H. Brouster. “We look for small to medium companies that need help expanding in the communities where our branches are located. We aim to boost local development.” While larger companies may be selling to out-of-town conglomerates, Reliance focuses on those that help build the local economy and fill job voids. “St. Louis is built on middle-market businesses, and they need good banks that can help them grow,” says Reliance executive vice president and chief lending officer Norm Toon. “We love being a part of a company’s history.

Our assistance enables innovation and helps companies become the next big thing in their fields.”

Dynamic Vending is one such success story. Reliance assisted the vending machine supplier with an owner-occupied loan, a type available to businesses that own their buildings and occupy at least 50 percent of the property. Brouster explains that this type of loan is great for helping companies expand in terms of space, technology and renovations. Dynamic Vending needed to renovate its warehouse and implement

new technology to keep track of inventory and effectively manage delivery routes. “The machines Dynamic Vending installed and its warehouse renovation will help its operations double in size without the need for more space,” Toon says.

“These advancements allow the RELIANCE BANK CHAIRMAN AND CEO THOMAS H. BROUSTER company to streamline, doing twice the business with the same footprint.”

Part of the success of Dynamic Vending’s expansion is the strong partnership it formed with Reliance. “We listened to their needs and provided ideas to help them with their plans,” Brouster says. This personal engagement and investment in clients’ success is key. “Every time a company needs to expand or upgrade, it’s quite an investment for them,” Toon notes. “We can help them determine what is good for their business.” Dynamic Vending owner Joshua Koritz appreciates the attention.

“I really like that I can call my banker at Reliance to throw ideas around and get opinions, even after hours or on the weekend,” he says. “Reliance is always there for me, and I’m not treated as just a number. It’s a good partnership.”

Loans are only part of what Reliance offers businesses and individuals. The bank has a well-rounded array of services to cover any banking need for clients. Its local operations also mean that customers get more direct service, with questions answered and decisions made in a timely manner. As Brouster says, “That’s what a bank is supposed to do.”

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Starting ST NOVEMBER 1 MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY 4 P.M. TO 10 P.M. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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〈〈 PIG & PICKLE 〉〉

5511 pershing ave. | 314.349.1697

[ the dish ] fried chicken n biscuit

black pepper biscuit, hot sauce buttermilk, pickle chips

[ amuse bouche ] the scene

Restaurant with a comfortable farmhouse ambience

the chef Ryan Lewis

the prices

Small sharing plates $3-$10, larger plates $14-$18

the favorites

Pickled Platter, Braised Lamb Shoulder, Charred Octopus, Malted Ice Cream

THIS NEW SPOT IS WELCOMING AND WARM, set in the former Atlas restaurant. Chef Ryan

Lewis earned some acclaim at his former spot, Driftwood, in Springfield, Illinois, and moved his talents to the big city to further flex his creative muscles.

His is a menu of bold flavors: mouth-puckering tarts and peppery hots. The restaurant ambience is farmhouse chic, with locally sourced provisions made in a down-home style and eaten communally. All plates are designed to be shared, although some of the heartier ones can serve as entrees.

The Bread Platter ($4) set the tone for country-style eating with three varieties of crusty, hearty breads: focaccia, cornbread and biscuit. It also set the tone for the chef’s esthetic, which is clearly bold. The focaccia was laced with rosemary, and the biscuit had liberal doses of large-cracked pepper. The plate came with excellent house-made peach jam.

Don’t pass up the Pickled Platter ($8), a delectable tray of marinated goodies that includes slivered onions, dill pickles, enoki and other mushrooms, eggplant, and a traditional onioncarrot-pepper mix. A side plate of focaccia, jam, pimiento spread and goat cheese came with it.

The chef’s pickling skills shine in this offering of tart and hot, sweet and sassy.

Also excellent and hearty (almost enough to be an entree) was the Braised Lamb Shoulder ($18). The shredded lamb meat, tender and very flavorful, is served in a bit of braising liquid with earthy radishes. I admired the presentation in a skillet-like ramekin, with the red meat served in light, natural jus—very appealing. In taste, it was salty and robust.

Another don’t-miss dish was the Charred Octopus ($14), a small serving (one tiny arm) of the trendy delicacy. The meat was tender, with a delicious, slightly charred flavor, and the exterior was crunchy. Beautifully presented, the meat sat atop a puree of roasted garlic and shallots, a dipping sauce of sorts for the special treat. Tiny, edible flowering sprouts dotted the plate.

A couple of smaller dishes were less successful. The Seared Kale ($8), a play on the traditional Caesar salad, had lightly cooked greens and parmesan crisps in a lemon Caesar dressing that came as a paste. I found the dressing too intense in flavor and hard to spread. The Fried Chicken n Biscuit ($14) didn’t deliver the down-home satisfaction I expected. The fried chicken was more fry than chicken, and the biscuit was overly peppery.

Intrigued by the Shrimp & Cabbage Stuffed Squid ($14), we gave it a try. The squid was the casing for a mash of shrimp and cabbage. The cabbage flavor dominated, so very little of the shrimp came through. Plus, it was visually unappealing, unlike other items we ordered.

For dessert we had Chess Pie with goat’s milk ice cream, and chocolate cake with malted ice cream, each $8. The ice creams, both house-made, were exceptional in their unique flavors.

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[ food • ŏ • lō • gy ] chess pie

A simple country dessert made with common pantry ingredients: eggs, sugar and flour

charred octopus

A popular dish that involves slow-braising the seafood before broiling it to a light char prior to serving

pickling

A treatment of either brining (salting) or immersion in vinegar, making the food less likely to spoil. It is considered a culinary art that alters flavor in intense, distinctive ways.

[ aftertaste ] » I like that this place experiments with interesting pairings.

Some worked better than others, but we like exciting food, and that’s what we got here!

— LARRY S. OF CLAYTON

» We loved this spot when it was Atlas, so it has big shoes to

fill. We absolutely love the decor, especially the cool bar, which is designed to look like library shelves. And we liked the food, especially the bigger plates with meat.

—CHERYL A. OF LADUE

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BY DOROTHY WEINER

You may have seen those T-shirts that say, “Keep Austin Weird.” That alone would have been enough to pique my interest in visiting. Anyplace that is proud of itself deserves visitors, right? But as it happened, I was headed to the area for a spa trip, so adding on a few days to ‘do Austin’ made total sense.

That way, I could see for myself just how weird and wonderful this place really is.

Now, I have children in San Francisco, so my weird bar is set very high. After a couple of days, I concluded that Austin is weird only by Texas standards. It’s a ‘red state’ anomaly, a liberal college town in a state of Ford pickups and 30-foot flagpoles.

But the city’s attraction transcends labels: It’s got the proverbial ‘something for everyone,’ from a noholds-barred nightlife on Sixth Street to the LBJ Presidential Library a few blocks away.

The state capital, Austin has history out the wazoo, plus all the bonuses of being home to a major university (the University of Texas): food trucks, an

enviable music scene, great Tex-Mex restaurants and the mothership of Whole Foods markets (the grocer started here in 1980). It’s also about an hour’s drive to the Texas White House, otherwise known as the LBJ ranch, where former President Lyndon B. Johnson held court a full quarter of the time while he served our nation’s highest office.

First things first, which meant a stop for barbecue at the Azteca Food Trailer Park—Austin is the food trailer capital of the world, with more than 1,000 of the funky-named spots, from Ms. P’s Electric Cock to Hey … You Gonna Eat or What?. Most are not food trucks but stationary rattletraps that aren’t going anywhere. Resembling nothing so much as a dilapidated junkyard, these trailer parks become more concentrated the closer you get to downtown and the UT campus. But you have to keep your eyes peeled. They are tucked into random blocks, most with no visible signage—you just have to know they’re there.

Unfortunately, everyone apparently knew about

the one we went to, La Barbecue (1906 E. Cesar Chavez St.), since the line for its smoked ribs and brisket snaked about 45 diners long, which translated to a two-hour wait. Was it worth it? Well, the meat was tender and tasty, and having been smoked that hour inside an adjacent trailer, as fresh as it gets.

All that waiting called for a reward, which was a tour of the state capitol building about a mile away. Weird or not, those Texans are mighty proud of their history, and this building was a showpiece of that pride. Ingrained into the terrazzo floors of the rotunda were the flags of each nation that had flown over Texas: Mexico, Spain, France, the U.S., the Confederate States of America and the Republic of Texas. Lining its walls are portraits of every governor. And maybe the most memorable sight for me: the Texas capitol police officer guarding the door with a long, loaded automatic weapon—don’t mess with Texas!

Another short drive takes you to the UT campus, where you will not want to miss the LBJ Presidential

Library. An imposing structure on the outside, its trove of memorabilia reveals the turbulence of Johnson’s presidency and gives you new respect for the challenges he faced. Did you know he enacted more legislation than any president before or since?

Including landmark programs like Head Start, the Civil Rights Act, the Clean Air Act and Medicare.

You’ll also see the Southern elegance of Lady Bird’s St. John knits, Chanel suits and knee-high boots.

I can’t believe we thought of eating again that day after downing a half-slab of ribs and a pile of smoked brisket, but there was no way I was leaving Austin before tasting official Tex-Mex fare. So off I went to Maudie’s, an Austin institution that started as a dive downtown, and now has four locations.

Day two in Austin meant only one thing: the LBJ ranch. There is something thrilling about following the footsteps of our 36th president and renowned advisors like John McNamara, Robert Kennedy and Dean Rusk, who drove down those same country roads to the Texas White House. First, we had to get there. The 75-mile drive revealed a little bit about Texas—the un-weird parts, where just about every home displays three flags: country, state and Longhorns (UT athletics), not necessarily in that order. As we left Austin in the rearview mirror, we set out first for Johnson City, LBJ’s birthplace. His boyhood home, now a memorial, is in a pastoral little outpost.

Lunchtime was at Pecan Street Brewing in Johnson City, where a sign in the window reads: LA BARBECUE FOOD TRUCK

... just about every home displays three flags: country, state and Longhorns (UT athletics), not necessarily in that order.

RIBS AND BRISKET FROM LA BARBECUE

PECAN STREET BREWING IN JOHNSON CITY

GROUNDS OF THE STATE CAPITOL PHOTO: FLICKR

Ammunition, Tackle, Beer. The menu specialty is Honey Pecan-Fried Chicken, and when in Rome … It was as tasty as it sounds, and it was served with greens and mashed potatoes. On to the ranch where you first check into the visitors center and should buy a CD to guide you through the free, self-driving tour. As you snake your way to the main attraction—the ranch and LBJ’s private plane hangar—you’ll pass the one-room schoolhouse he attended, the Johnson family cemetery, and the scenic Pedernales River, which runs along the ranch’s southern border. Be prepared to stop for cows crossing the road—lots of them.

This is a working ranch, even though the home was donated to the nation

by Lady Bird Johnson and is administered by the National Park Service.

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STATE CAPITOL DOME

THE TEXAS STATE CAPITOL

ETCHED MURAL AT LBJ PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY

You may have seen those T-shirts that say, “Keep Austin Weird.” That alone would have been enough to pique my interest in visiting. Anyplace that is proud of itself deserves visitors, right? But as it happened, I was headed to the area for a spa trip, so adding on a few days to ‘do Austin’ made total sense. That way, I could see for myself just how weird and wonderful this place really is.

Now, I have children in San Francisco, so my weird bar is set very high. After a couple of days, I concluded that Austin is weird only by Texas standards. It’s a ‘red state’ anomaly, a liberal college town in a state of Ford pickups and 30foot flagpoles. But the city’s attraction transcends labels: It’s got the proverbial ‘something for everyone,’ from a no-holds-barred nightlife on Sixth Street to the LBJ Presidential Library a few blocks away.

The state capital, Austin has history out the wazoo, plus all the bonuses of being home to a major university (the University of Texas): food trucks, an enviable music scene, great Tex-Mex restaurants and the mothership of Whole Foods markets (the grocer started here in 1980). It’s also about an hour’s drive to the Texas White House, otherwise known as the LBJ ranch, where former President Lyndon B. Johnson held court a full quarter of the time while he served our nation’s highest office.

THE STATE HOUSE CHAMBER

LEISURE

MOVIE

o s t o DEEP nTHOUGHTS by patty & janie

an entertaining guide to entertainment » TV

» On a rainy Sunday afternoon, there is nothing better than watching some sudsy TV.

the snowman »

On paper, The Snowman sounds like a slam dunk. You have an acclaimed director (Tomas Alfredson of Let the Right One In and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy); a stellar cast, including Michael Fassbender, Rebecca Ferguson and J.K. Simmons; a bestselling novel for source material; and Martin Scorsese producing. In reality, however, it’s a mess.

The film follows Oslo detective Harry Hole (Fassbender) as he investigates a string of missing persons. A new member of his team (Ferguson) believes the cases are all connected, and they realize they are after a serial killer. The killer’s calling card is snowmen: He leaves them outside the homes of victims, sticks severed heads on them and puts their heads on headless bodies. It’s gruesome, but it’s also a bit silly, and the film never makes snowmen seem truly frightening despite its best efforts.

The film’s narrative is a jumbled mess of subplots with no payoffs, and flashbacks that disrupt the story rather than adding to it. In The Snowman’s defense, it does look nice and the performances aren’t terrible. But ultimately, it has the slapped-together instability of an actual snowman, failing to deliver competent storytelling—let alone the thrilling mystery promised.

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? No, feel free to pass on this one. S.W. VIEWED AT AMC ESQUIRE 7 THEATER

Here are three series to check out: ladies of the lake on Amazon Prime is so bad, it’s good! In four episodes, four wives of the wealthy enclave of Avalon kill off their husbands—without causing even one hair to fall out of place. For a less deadly story, take a look at the bold type on Freeform, a series based on the experiences of a former editor at Cosmo. It follows three girls as they pursue their dreams in the fashion world. Any chance you remember the Archie comics? Well, riverdale on The CW modernizes the stories and brings the characters to life. Best of all, Luke Perry (Dylan McKay from Beverly Hills 90210) is Archie’s dad!

BOOK

» amanda wakes up by Alisyn Camerota. This book appeared on every

‘must-read’ list this summer. So I read it. You’ll either want to cheer Amanda along as she makes her way as a young journalist through the hurdles of becoming a morning anchor of a cable news show, or you’ll want to shake her by the shoulders and scream at her to get a backbone and stop acting like a dope. But aren’t books meant to create emotion for the reader? I guess it worked.

PODCAST

» song exploder: Strong language. Available on iTunes. Every song has a

background story, but most of the time, we have no clue what it is. Song Exploder changes that by interviewing artists about their songs and why they wrote them. From U2 to St. Vincent, you will have a new appreciation for musicians.

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[QUICK BITES

BRIDGE WITH BL♠ND

by karyn williams

[ cherokee charm ] Vista Ramen executive chef CHRIS BORK will put his mark on another project on Cherokee Street.

EARTHBOUND BEER is enlisting the ramen guru to run the kitchen for its new tasting room at 2724 Cherokee St. But don’t expect noodles! Bork will focus on smoked meats, sausages and sandwiches.

by kenneth bland

YEARS AGO, ONE OF MY BRIDGE MENTORS, the incomparable Roger Lord III, used to say,

“Never give up on a hand.” This month’s scenario illustrates Roger’s sage advice.

W N E « The bidding: S

3♠ DBL Pass

4♥* Pass Pass Pass *With a balanced hand and North promising four ♥s, South opted to play for ten tricks in ♥s rather than eleven tricks in ♣s.

[ private & posh ]

« Opening lead: ♠ Ace

James Beard semifinalist MIKE RANDOLPH has switched things up.

His restaurant Randolfi’s in The Loop shut its doors after opening in 2015, and he’s replaced it with an intriguing new concept: PRIVADO. The spot is a fun way for Randolph to fine-tune his fine dining. It’s only open on Friday and Saturday nights—and for a limited crowd. It offers a tasting menu (up to 15 courses!) for 16 diners who are seated next to the open kitchen. The exclusive experience will embrace the Loop’s quirkiness and artistic vibe. Privado serves as a private event space during the week.

NORTH

♠ 7 4

♥ K 9 7

♦ A K J 6

♣ K 8 7 4 WEST ♠ A K J 10 9 3 2 ♥ 8 6 5 ♦ 3 ♣ Q 2

SOUTH

♠ Q8

♥ A Q 10

♦ 10 8 5

♣ AJ653

[ westport revival ] Lodging Hospitality Management is going big in Westport. As owner of Westport Plaza, the company is focused on a revitalization, and it’s starting with WESTPORT SOCIAL, a 12,500-square-foot bar and gaming lounge in the former Margarita Mama’s space. There are three massive TVs (9 by 16 feet!), foosball, shuffleboard, ping pong and live music on the weekends. Oh, and two private karaoke rooms with cameras that will edit your performance and email you the footage. The list goes on. With a full kitchen and bar, there is something for everyone.

[ extra news ]

MONA’S, the successor to Modesto, is now closed after being open less than a year on The Hill. … CIVIL LIFE BREWERY is expanding!

Owner JOSH HAFNER is planning to build a new facility next door with two new bars, a canning facility and a small retail space. Work should start next spring; Hafner is still determining plans for each phase. …

ST. LOUIS HOP SHOP just re-opened at its new location on Cherokee Street a few doors down from its original locale. It now has more shelving and refrigeration and a larger variety of beer—sounds like a smart move.

[ big games & scores ] OCT. 6

RICHARD RIEZMAN/ROD BEERY 71.3% ST. LOUIS BRIDGE CENTER

EAST ♠65 ♥J432 ♦Q9742 ♣ 10 9

OCT. 6

LARRY WHITE/BOB BARLEY 73.7% ST. LOUIS BRIDGE CENTER

OCT. 9

LINDA LEINICKE/DENNIS SPENCER 70.42% LEE’S WEST COUNTY BRIDGE

OCT. 10

MIMI MENOUSEK/JOHN GILLIS 72.22% OTHER AFTERNOON

[ the play ] 1. West led the ♠ Ace, 4 from North, East the 6, and 8 from a very disappointed Declarer.

2. West shifted to the ♦ 3, Ace from Dummy, East the 7, and Declarer the 5.

3. Declarer now made the key play of another ♠, West winning the Queen with the King.

4. West switched to trump, won in Declarer’s hand with the 10.

5. Declarer drew two more rounds of trump with the Ace and the King.

6. Declarer took a deep breath and played the King and Ace of ♣s, dropping the Queen.

7. Then Declarer started running the ♣s.

8. East trumped in on the third round of ♣s with the good ♥ Jack.

9. East was down to nothing but ♦s and had to lead away from the Queen.

10. The third ♦ winner gave Declarer 10 tricks: 3 ♥s, 3 ♦s, and 4 ♣s. Unbelievable!

NOTE: Proper technique and a ‘never give up’ attitude brought home an impossible contract.

[ tip of the day ]

Q| WHAT ARE THE PARAMETERS FOR TAKEOUT DOUBLES OVER PREEMPTS? A| My musts for bidding over preempts are: 1. Shape. Do not make takeouts with cards in opponent’s suit.

2. The higher the preempt, the more high card points one needs. 3. The takeout of one major promises four of the other major.

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REJUVENATION] SPECIAL SECTION

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COVER STORY

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WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS by julia m. johnson DR. MARISSA TENENBAUM AND DR. TERRY MYCKATYN

AS WE AGE, OUR FACIAL SKIN TENDS TO SHOW THE EFFECTS of time more

dramatically than other parts of the body. The older we get, the more wrinkles, lines, indentations, sagging, age spots and other discolorations stand out in the mirror each morning. But modern cosmetic procedures can hit the rewind button on aging skin and give both women and men a more youthful look with minimal downtime.

Dr. Terry Myckatyn, a Washington University plastic and reconstructive surgeon, says noninvasive facial rejuvenation procedures generally fall into two categories, and both offer alternatives to more involved surgical procedures. The first category includes injectable therapies such as Botox to correct wrinkles and fillers to restore volume; the second is a group of cosmetic devices that use energy to improve skin’s look and volume.

Myckatyn says Botox is often assumed to be a filler, but it’s actually a neurotoxin that paralyzes muscle tissue in the superficial layers of the skin. “If the muscle can’t contract, it can’t cause the skin to wrinkle,” he explains. “Fillers, on the other hand, are substances injected to add volume in areas like the lips and cheeks and to correct depressions in the skin.” Some of the most common fillers are Juvederm, Restylane and Radiesse, Myckatyn says. “Other procedures are done with devices like lasers that can change the complexion,” he notes. “There’s a whole host of them. They can smooth fine lines and wrinkles and reduce skin pigmentation like red or brown spots.”

According to Myckatyn, modern procedures like ablative fractionated laser therapy can help tighten sagging facial skin to give patients a more youthful look. Another newer technique is Ultherapy, which uses ultrasound energy to gently heat layers of tissue to

tighten them. “Ultherapy is a good choice for patients who don’t want a face-lift or who want to touch up a previous face-lift,” he notes. “Surgical procedures generally last longer and provide more significant effects, but these cosmetic therapies are good options for patients who aren’t ready for anything major.”

Myckatyn says his office sees a lot of patients interested in reducing fat or sagging skin under the chin. “I think there is a greater emphasis on this now because everyone takes selfies with their phones, and leaning back for a photo makes the double chin more noticeable,” he says. “But there are several ways to address it.” Some of the most common therapies are injectable Kybella, which creates inflammation in the tissue under the chin, causing the body’s immune system to clear out fat cells; CoolSculpting, which freezes fat cells and also causes them to be removed by the immune system; and Ultherapy, the tightening procedure with heat.

Microneedling is an option for patients wanting to improve the texture of facial skin. “It uses tiny needles to cause small, controlled injuries in the skin that stimulate an immune response,” Myckatyn explains. “This helps remodel the skin’s collagen and rejuvenates the look of it.” A similar procedure, radiofrequency microneedling, uses the same concept but incorporates heat for a tightening effect.

“Skin care products and procedures evolve quickly,” Myckatyn says. “Washington University Physicians stays at the forefront of new technologies.” As a member of the ‘Hot Topics’ committee of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, he learns about new treatments as they’re introduced. “We help make sure they are safe and effective,” he says.

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS OFFERS FACIAL REJUVENATION SERVICES AND PROCEDURES CAREFULLY TAILORED TO THE NEEDS OF EACH PATIENT. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.996.8800 OR VISIT WESTCOUNTYPLASTICSURGEONS.WUSTL.EDU. COVER DESIGN BY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS

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REVERSE THE CLOCK I

BY RICK STOFF

n the 1895 novel The Time Machine, H.G. Wells describes a device that could turn clocks forward—or back. Now, many years later, that unthinkable idea is actually a working concept in the medical field.

Anti-aging products and procedures offer a variety of options to ‘turn back time’ for patients who want to look years younger.

FILLING IN One of the most popular products to reverse signs of aging is the dermal filler. “Fillers can take off five to eight years or more in appearance,” says Dr. Troy Dowers of Bella Aesthetica in Creve Coeur. “We essentially replace the volume loss that occurs with rapid weight loss, illness or aging. We get rid of the tired, sunken look under the eyes or the loss of volume in the cheeks that causes sagging and wrinkles. If you couple fillers with good skin care, exercise and not smoking, you can get great results.”

Dermatologists and plastic surgeons have long pursued ways to replace lost tissue volume under the skin. “The original injectable filler was fat, harvested from the hips or abdomen through liposuction,” says Dr. John Chi, facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Washington University School of Medicine.

Fat transfer results were unpredictable, so Chi says doctors started using non-absorbable products like silicone, which later lost FDA approval. “Some of the other non-absorbable products are losing favor in general,” he explains.

“Fat is still a viable option, but hyaluronic acid fillers are dominating the field now.”

Soft-tissue fillers are among the most popular cosmetic procedures in the country, with 2.6 million applications in 2016 at an average cost of $644, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Slightly more than 2 million of the procedures used hyaluronic acid, which can last anywhere from six to 18 months. The fillers used for fine lines are so thin, the body breaks them down faster, Dowers notes. “Their longevity also depends on blood flow to the area,” he says. ”Fillers tend to dissolve quickly in the lips because there is so much vascular supply. The treatments last longer after you’ve had multiple treatments because a little bit stays behind each time.”

A rarely applied benefit of hyaluronic acid fillers is reversibility, Dowers adds. “The body breaks it down on its own, but if you don’t like the result, it can be reversed through a prescription with an enzyme that breaks down the acid” he says.

HYALURONIC THE FACTS: ACID It occurs naturally in the body like fat, but delivers predictable results when used as a filler.

It’s suitable for plumping fine lines or collapsed cheeks.

Its density can be changed, depending on where it is injected and how much plumping is desired. Low-density is for fine wrinkles, and high density is for cheeks.

It attracts water and can link to connective tissues in the body.

There is evidence to support that it stimulates the face to make its own stem cells that produce connective tissue.

ENERGIZE Another current device used to make patients look years younger is radiofrequency microneedling. “Radiofrequency is an electrical current, an applied energy along the electromagnetic spectrum,” explains Dr. Joseph A. Muccini, a surgical dermatologist at MidAmerica Skin Health & Vitality Center in Chesterfield. “It is applied with electrodes, an anode and a cathode, positive and negative. The concept is very simple: With heat, it causes an intentional, limited, superficial tissue destruction to create collagen remodeling.”

Carol Anderson, a certified aesthetic nurse specialist and owner of Nouveau MedSpa in Kirkwood, says radiofrequency creates heat wheals in the dermis, which signals to the brain that there is an injury.

“The brain’s response makes that part of the body produce more collagen to repair the injury,” she says. “It can tighten, lift, smooth acne scars, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.”

Procedures classified as “nonsurgical skin tightening” by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons include ultrasound and radiofrequency (RF) therapy, which were performed 306,089 times last year.

“It’s not such a new idea,” Muccini says, explaining that electrically generated heat has long been a medical tool applied to cauterize wounds or stop bleeding during surgery. “The tricky part was how to cauterize in the deeper layer of skin without injuring the surface, so the small device we use was quite the innovation.”

Treatments may require several trips to a practitioner’s office.

“Depending on the degree of need, we usually recommend a series of one to three treatments, six to eight weeks apart,” Anderson says.

“Then you might maintain with one treatment every 12 to 18 months.”

Muccini adds that after the skin’s initial response, the collagen remodeling continues. “The nice thing is, there is no downtime,” he says. “You can come in at lunch and go back to work in 20 minutes, and nobody will know you had it done. You might be a bit red in the face, but that goes away very quickly.”

HOW IT WORKS

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RADIOFREQUENCY MICRONEEDLING APPLICATOR

The FACE IS NUMBED so the patient doesn’t feel the needle insertion, just a little pinch and some heat.

RADIOFREQUENCY ENERGRY IS DELIVERED through tiny, gold-plated, 34-gauge microneedles. Each applicator contains a few dozen of them.

The NEEDLES ARE INSERTED REPEATEDLY over the face. The needles are coated to allow energy release only from the tips when they have reached the selected depth.

NEEDLE DEPTH IS ADJUSTABLE. To tighten the jaw line or neck, or address acne scarring, requires a deeper insertion. Fine lines are closer to the surface.

Dermal radiofrequency treatments MAY REQUIRE SEVERAL TRIPS to the doctor’s office.

INNOVATIONS

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eversing time cosmetically is a $16.4 billion annual business. Breast augmentation and nose reshaping generate $1 billion each in patient costs, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Still more ($1.3 billion!) was spent on hyaluronic dermal filler treatments in 2016. Spending on nonsurgical skin procedures, including radiofrequency and ultrasound therapies, was $659.9 million. These numbers require continuous research and development. Below are two products new to the spotlight.

VOLLURE A fifth product has joined the Juvederm line of dermal fillers. Vollure provides longer-lasting plumping of medium-depth wrinkles due to a new technology for linking hyaluronic acid molecules.

“Vollure has hyaluronic acids that are more tightly bound together, so they resist the body’s natural breakdown and offer longer durability,” says Dr. Dee Anna Glaser, a SLUCare dermatologist and professor in the department of dermatology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. “Our skin already contains hyaluronic acid, so it gives a very natural result.”

In clinical trials, Vollure injected in the nasolabial folds between the nose and mouth left results visible up to 18 months in 59 percent of patients. “Most fillers in that area only last six months to a year,” Glaser says. “I tell most of my patients to expect to come back every nine to 12 months for repeat or touch-up treatments when Vollure is used in the smile lines or nasolabial folds.”

Vollure is priced at around $750 per syringe, similar to the cost of other Juvederm products, she says. Those formulations address fine wrinkles and loss of cheek volume.

J-PLASMA “J-Plasma is cold helium gas combined with a small amount of radiofrequency energy to create a new energy called plasma,” says Dr. Richard Moore, cosmetic surgeon and medical director of The Lifestyle Center in Ladue.

“It is a nonsurgical face-lift that heats and then instantly cools the tissue. It vaporizes the skin’s surface off, and that energy tightens the skin and produces new collagen.”

He notes that it causes a fairly dramatic peel to lift and

reshape the face. It also improves the skin’s quality by removing pigment irregularities and deep wrinkles that a face-lift or dermal fillers can’t fix. “Because it doesn’t use laser energy, we can get it right to the edge of the upper and lower eyelids,” Moore says. J-Plasma can take 10 years off your facial appearance, he notes. “Then you start aging forward, so in seven or eight years, you will look like you did before the procedure.”

J-Plasma first was designed for gynecologists, Moore says. “As they were destroying endometrial tissue, they noticed dramatic tissue tightening, which led to aesthetic uses. We also use it under the skin in other places on the body. I can get close to the same results as a tummy tuck on some women.”

The cost is about one-third the price of a face-lift and requires 10 days to two weeks of downtime.

HEALTH & BEAUTY

HEAL +H [FLASH by stephanie wallace

» earlier parkinson’s diagnosis

Your medical records may provide clues to whether you eventually will be diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers at WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE analyzed the Medicare claims data of more than 200,000 people to develop an algorithm to predict future Parkinson’s diagnoses. The study’s senior author, DR. BRAD A. RACETTE, says there are notable differences in the medical histories of people who develop Parkinson’s and those who don’t. “This suggests there are lifelong differences that may permit identification of those likely to develop the disease decades before onset,” he explains. Racette and his colleagues developed the algorithm using medical histories from 2004 to 2009, with about 40 percent of the patients being diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2009. It correctly identified 73 percent of people diagnosed and 83 percent of those not. Predictors of the disease include tremors, cognitive dysfunction and gastrointestinal problems, as well as other factors like weight loss and kidney disease. The study is available online in the journal Neurology.

» staph treatment breakthrough

SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY scientist DR. MEE-NGAN F. YAP and Nobel laureate in chemistry ADA YONATH have new information about the structure of the Staphylococcus aureus bacterium, commonly known as Staph, when it hibernates. Ribosomes translate genetic code to proteins; however, that consumes a lot of energy, and under stressful conditions, some cells can suppress the process for conservation purposes. Bacteria do this by switching their ribosomes to an inactive form called hibernating 100S ribosomes.

While some bacteria like E. coli switch between their active and hibernating complexes in minutes, according to the presence of nutritional resources, Staph and other gram-positive bacteria always contain 100S structures, even when nutrients are present.

This means that gram-positive bacteria form their hibernating 100S complexes in species-specific ways. This information could lead to the ability to hamper the formation of Staph’s hibernation phase, allowing for a unique gram-positive-specific antibacterial treatment. The article is published in Nature Communications.

» air pollution and kidney health

Researchers at WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and THE VETERANS AFFAIRS ST. LOUIS HEALTH CARE SYSTEM found that outdoor air pollution may increase the risk of chronic kidney disease and contribute to kidney failure. The research team used national VA databases and air quality levels collected by the Environmental Protection Agency and NASA to evaluate the effects of air pollution on kidney health for nearly 2.5 million people over a period of eight and a half years. The study’s senior author, DR. ZIYAD AL-ALY, says that while previous data on the relationship between the two is scarce, they were able to find a clear link. The kidneys are responsible for filtering the blood, and microscopic airborne particles like dust, smoke, soot or liquid droplets in the bloodstream can disrupt normal kidney function.

The higher the levels of air pollution, the worse it is for the kidneys, although the study did find that even low levels of particulate matter in the air can have an adverse impact. The study is published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

THICKEN AND RESTORE THE HAIR YOU WANT; HAIR RESTORATION

Nouveau now offers PRP + Acell for Hair Restoration - Acell serving the purpose of a scaffold holding PRP in place longer for a more sustained effect on stimulation of the hair follicle. The scalp is blocked with a numbing agent and PRP is injected intradermally into the scalp in the region of desired restoration. We recommend 3 treatments 4 weeks apart for the optimal result and then maintenance is client dependent. Each treatment includes your PRP kit, Scalp block, Acell, and ReGenesis Shampoo Treatment.

Series of 3 for $2995

OR REMOVE THE HAIR YOU DON’T WANT. HAIR REMOVAL

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Dr. Troy A. Dowers is a board-certified physician who specializes in noninvasive facial aesthetics, rejuvenation, weight loss and aging reversal. He combines his medical knowledge with extensive training in the latest rejuvenation techniques to ensure patients’ safety and optimal beauty results.

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2 | THE EDGE FOR MEN

The Edge for Men is opening in December adjacent to The Lifestyle Center. Its focus will be on Low-T, erectile dysfunction, hair restoration, body sculpting, ‘shaving off’ the years and laser hair removal. Call to learn about pre-opening specials.

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The skin on your face is the most vulnerable because it is constantly exposed to environmental toxins and pollution. Protect it with high-quality, antioxidant, vitaminenriched products from the Dr. Koo Premier Skincare line.

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4 | THE J

MyZone® at the J is an accurate way to monitor your heart rate to help you lose weight, improve performance, increase stamina and meet your fitness goals.

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5 | THE SHERIDAN AT CREVE COEUR

Whether it’s through cooking, book clubs, aromatherapy or quiet moments, we embrace and enrich our residents’ lives. When memories fade, it’s the moments that matter.

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6 | MISSOURI BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER

Missouri Baptist Medical Center is helping families in need by donating one pack of diapers to the St. Louis Area Diaper Bank for every tour it gives of the Childbirth Center over the next year.

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The St. Louis Sinus Center is recognized as a National Center of Excellence for inoffice balloon sinus dilation. Dr. James Gould shares his experience and best practices with surgeons across the country so more patients can benefit from this proven technology.

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8 | SITEMAN CANCER CENTER

CAR-T cell therapy is an innovative, highly personalized cancer treatment that turns a patient’s cells into a powerful weapon against the disease. Available regionally only at Siteman, it currently is offered only through clinical trials for certain blood cancers.

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9 | EYE CARE ASSOCIATES OF ST. LOUIS State-of-the-art technology facilitates earlier diagnosis and treatment of visionthreatening eye disease. We use the Zeiss OCT-A system for retinal and optic nerve imaging, and the Eidon-AF wide-field camera to help identify and assess retinal changes, including diabetic retinopathy.

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13 | NOUVEAU, A BOUTIQUE MEDSPA

Nouveau now carries ReVita Lash and Brow products for fuller, longer, darker lashes and brows. It is dermatologist-reviewed, hypoallergenic and non-irritating.

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Meet Brittanie Bush, a passionate esthetician with years of experience in medical esthetics. She is currently completing pre-med requirements to become a dermatologist. We are excited to have her.

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is on the horizon, so now is a good time to think about heading off end-ofyear stress with some relaxing activities! Whether you prefer reading, floating or working out, there are lots of ways to calm the mind and body and refresh the spirit before the rush hits. Step away from your phone and computer, and reboot your mental processes with a little constructive downtime.

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working out

A 20-minute workout each day can help improve health and reduce stress, boosting both mood and outlook. Places like The Exercise Coach offer a ‘boutique’ experience with a data-driven, 20-minute session. A consistent commitment to exercise also may decrease anxiety and depression and improve sleep.

People of all ages and fitness levels can use exercise as a powerful tool to feel better both mentally and physically.

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art classes and workshops

Nothing clears the mind like a little hands-on creative expression. To help your thought processes reset, consider taking an art class or workshop at Craft Alliance. It offers adult courses in subjects like clay, felting, glass beadmaking, creative folding and portrait drawing.

himalayan salt therapy

PALM Health’s custom-built Himalayan salt room allows guests to de-stress by breathing in purified, ionized salt particles. The vapors can help open up airways, allowing for deep breathing and relaxation. The therapy can be useful for people with seasonal allergies, asthma or chronic congestion, or those who just want to unwind and relieve stress.

float therapy

Float therapy, now gaining popularity in the St. Louis area at places like Radiance Float + Wellness, uses 1,000 pounds of magnesiumrich Epsom salts to keep the user afloat during an hourlong session in a skin-temperature environment. The deep relaxation therapy promotes stress reduction, better sleep and cognitive function, and can help decrease inflammation and relieve pain.

Floating can be helpful for almost anyone, especially those with fibromyalgia, anxiety, depression and other conditions, following clearance by a doctor.

walking and hiking

Getting some exercise while reconnecting with nature is a great way to refocus and relax the mind. Powder Valley Conservation and Nature Center in Kirkwood is a great option.

Its 112 acres of scenery includes three trails, one of which is disabledaccessible and features interpretive signage.

Naturalists lead programs on a number of conservation topics.

a good book

Doro Otterman’s Ups & Downs, A Journal for Good and NotSo-Good Days is a helpful tool to clear your head through creative writing.

Adult coloring books can help relax the mind as well. Left Bank Books also recommends humorist David Sedaris’ new volume, Theft

by Finding: Diaries 1977-2002, for some therapeutic laughter.

D R . KO O P R E M I E R S K I N C A R E T R E AT M E N T Rejuvenating Restorative Eye Serum Dr Michele Koo has formulated her own line of medical skin care.

Dr Koo Skin Care is based on decades of her own patients’ clinical results showing 85-90% improvement of their skin imperfections. She has kept her skin care manufacturing in St Louis. Her products are small batch, hand crafted for the freshest perfect balance of medical organic therapeutics for high performance results. One of her newest products is

Rejuvenating Restorative Eye Serum

to decrease puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines, designed specifically for the delicate eye skin.

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Cancer patients handle their journeys differently. Some push it away with laughter, others with yoga or meditation. But most would probably agree that sometimes it’s nice just to talk about it with people who understand the grief, the countless questions and the pain. To face the unknown is difficult, which is why local organizations offer support, resources, education and most importantly, the chance to connect, for those dealing with a diagnosis.

THE BREAKFAST CLUB INC.

Creve Coeur & Chesterfield jccstl.org

In 1997, three breast cancer survivors and a recently diagnosed woman met over breakfast. They discussed her care and possible coping mechanisms and decided to meet again the next month. “We eventually had to decide whether to keep it small and intimate or grow the group to serve the greater good,” recalls founder and president Sherill Jackson. They chose the latter and became established as a nonprofit in 2000.

Seventeen years later, The Breakfast Club Inc. (BCI) has grown from four to around 250 members, serving thousands of African American women in St. Louis. “Most board members are survivors or have had someone close to them diagnosed with breast cancer,” she says. “Everyone’s experience with cancer is unique, but we have lived through it and are passionate about helping other women.”

BCI still offers monthly support meetings along with new programs made possible through grants and community partnerships, Jackson says. The group focuses its efforts on North St. Louis City and County where the incidence of late-stage breast cancer is higher. Its Breast Health Buddy Program mentors newly diagnosed women for the first nine months of their journey. The BCI works with Medical West on Brentwood Boulevard to provide bras and breast forms for women without insurance or other resources. There’s also Faith on the Move, which provides mammograms to women who are medically underserved in partnership with Siteman Cancer Center, Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Mercy Hospital.

Education is key to BCI’s mission, according to Jackson. The organization incorporates an educational component about breast cancer for women and their families at all events. It also hosts an annual seminar with experts on cutting-edge treatments to help women make decisions about their own course of action. BCI’s newest initiative focuses on healthy eating and lifestyle choices.

CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY OF GREATER ST. LOUIS

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Preparing for its 25th anniversary in 2018, the Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis started with three programs: support groups, yoga and joke fests. The programs aimed to support cancer patients and reduce the stress that comes with a diagnosis.

Since 1993, the nonprofit, which is part of a national organization, has expanded its reach, offering more programs to more people.

“We serve the whole family, the whole time,” program director Renata Sledge says.

“Cancer impacts more than just the person diagnosed.” Cancer Support Community now includes support services for family and friends, including those grieving a loved one.

Families Connect is a program specifically aimed at children 18 and younger. “They get to learn about cancer in an age appropriate way and learn to cope alongside peers who understand the experience,” Sledge says.

Cancer Support Community’s free programs include support, education, stress management, healthy lifestyle training and social opportunities. “Our focus is on the emotional distress of being affected by cancer,” Sledge explains. “Stress and emotional distress are two of the most common side effects. Reducing stress improves health and can even reduce the cost of care.” One of the major benefits provided by Cancer Support Community is the chance to connect with other people affected by the disease. Sledge explains that support groups facilitated by licensed mental health professionals allow for discussion with people having similar experiences, like type or stage of cancer. Social opportunities offer a time to make friends and connect on a level other than cancer.

LOCAL HOSPITAL SUPPORT GROUPS Mercy Hospital for breast, head and neck, thyroid and prostate cancers, as well as lymphedema SSM Health for breast cancer patients, general cancer care, coping and education, and grief SLUCare Physician Group for oral, head and neck cancer, and multiple myeloma patients

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Missouri Baptist Medical Center a Cancer Support Center includes emotional support and community resources St. Louis Children’s Hospital for families of children diagnosed with a brain tumor or cancer of the brain Siteman Cancer Center including support groups, exercise programs and pet therapy for patients and families St. Anthony’s Medical Center for breast and prostate cancer patients

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inclined to look inside. But when it comes to this beautiful Georgian Colonial on Litzsinger Road in Ladue, the owners tend to look out toward the screened-in porch and beautiful landscaping.

The porch has been a favorite retreat for their family of six. The cozy spot comes complete with televisions and heaters to complement the attractive surrounding landscape. “It’s so private, and the outdoors are so beautiful and impressive,” the owner says. It’s also a comfortable place to enjoy family gatherings and meals because it keeps out the bugs, she notes.

The home was built in 1929 but has been updated for the modern family. Before they moved in, the owners wanted to bring it up to speed. “We loved the property,” she says. “The house had a lot of potential, but needed some renovations. So we were interested in that aspect of it. We recognized the possibility to change some features and bring it back to life.”

Among the renovations were updating bathrooms; creating a larger, custom laundry room; and adding a four-bay, heated garage with a walk-in mud room full of custom cubbyholes and other storage spaces.

The kitchen also was renovated and expanded to open into the living room, perfect for entertaining guests and friends. “We have had a lot of families with kids over for weekends,” the owner says. “We’ve enjoyed having cocktail parties and get-togethers with our friends as well.”

With four acres of land, there is plenty of room for hosting kids, who gravitate toward the treehouse in the backyard, the owner says. The screened-in porch looks out onto the property, complete with multiple patios and an outdoor fireplace so parents can play spectators while their kids have the run of the yard. “There is a spacious driveway in the front to play basketball, too,” the owner notes. “There also is a soccer goal in the front yard, a lacrosse goal and a creek nearby.

Running around here is always fun for kids.”

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2017 SOLD PROPERTIES

12660 Post Oak Town and Country | $2,335,000

7 Georgian Acres Frontenac | $2,175,000

8 Villa Coublay Frontenac | $1,860,500

9 Mayfair Road Ladue | $1,075,000

4 Holiday Lane Frontenac | $935,000

1403 Country Lake Estates Chesterfield | $900,000

34 Aberdeen Place Clayton | $875,000

12741 Mason Manor Road Creve Coeur | $865,000

1591 Forest View Warson Woods | $685,000

9443 Old Bonhome Road Olivette | $595,000

4540 Westminster Place St. Louis City | $577,500

1744 Lynkirk Lane Kirkwood | $495,000

1515 Lindgate Drive Kirkwood | $475,000

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6 Oak Bend Drive Ladue | $430,000

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[DESIGN on my mind by alan e. brainerd

In the design world, we have garnered various goods and much inspiration from the Orient, such as china, silk textiles, wood block printing and bamboo, among others. Here, I focus on bamboo, which can be broken into two simple categories: real and faux.

Real bamboo has been used by the Chinese for more than 7,000 years. It has a reputation for being as tough as any hardwood used for furniture production. It also can also be used for shoes, tiles, coats, food, writing surfaces, flooring and home construction. I recently learned that Alexander Graham Bell made his first telephone out of bamboo, and Thomas Edison used bamboo to make the first filament for a light bulb. It appears being ‘green’ has always been in fashion.

Because bamboo grows at such a rapid pace (it’s one of the most invasive plants), there has never been a shortage of this material. Bamboo suites of furniture are still very popular in coastal areas. It’s also extremely lightweight, so it’s ideal for casual furniture that might need to be reconfigured. Since water can harm its finish, it’s best to use bamboo indoors or in covered areas outside.

Bamboo furniture has always been popular on the warm coasts of Florida and California, but with the housing boom and increased travel after World War II, recreation rooms across the U.S. began sporting the exotic look.

The true collectables are pieces of faux bamboo furniture. These reached their zenith of popularity in the 1880s and are sought after by serious collectors far and wide. Prior to and during the Victorian period, it was extremely important to have exotic furniture. American faux bamboo is very rare and one of the most collectible types outside 17th-century Chinese examples. Only one company, R. J. Horner, specialized in it stateside. The American version, which mainly used bird’s-eye maple, was considered finer than the French (often topped with marble) or English, which typically used oak, pine or burlwood.

Faux bamboo pieces can fit both traditional and contemporary interiors and have an artistic quality to them. Using paint to make hardwood look like bamboo takes great skill and talent.

50 SHADES OF… copper harbor For those of you who love to switch out accessories in your homes as the seasons change, I imagine you are of the ilk to change the paint on your front doors as well. Good for you! I am not that inspired. (I also live in a condo, and the board would not look kindly on a rogue color choice.)

My suggestion for this fall’s front door is Sherwin Williams Copper Harbor.

The lovely, soft shade of pumpkin draws you in, and it will work with most any color of brick. The fresh paint on your door will create a great focal point surrounded by pots of mums, pumpkins and fall foliage.

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CROWN MOLDING No room is complete without it. Crown molding is a very inexpensive way to add a lot of value to your space. It can make an 8-foot ceiling look like a 9-foot one, and it can create an architecturally important divide between your walls and ceiling. It also offers a wonderful opportunity to add color to your ceiling—a must! If you paint your newly installed crown molding white and your ceiling is white, why did you bother?

The whole point is to acknowledge the sixth surface in your room. You needn’t go crazy with a bold color (although that can be very effective), but you should at least tint your ceiling color so your whites are not the same. If you really have an adventurous streak, wallpaper your ceiling!

Moldings have been used for centuries to add depth to flat surfaces.

The Assyrians, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks, English and French all embraced the importance of adding details! A home without them is just a hut, in my humble opinion.

Crown molding comes in various shapes and sizes—Colonial crown, egg and dart, dentil, reed and ribbon—and the scale of these elements is paramount for the right effect. Hire a design professional to assist with selection and placement. Your own individual style should be reflected in what you use and how you apply it, keeping your home’s architectural style in mind, of course.

Often, a three-piece molding combination is just what the designer ordered to achieve the maximum effect for your space. Or it could be as simple as adding a single piece.

33 Picardy Lane Ladue $1,845,000

404 Wythe House Court Creve Coeur $1,290,000

25 Upper Ladue Road Ladue $4,625,000

32 Westmoreland Place CWE $1,395,000

118 Grand Meridien Forest Court Wildwood $1,850,000

13 Countryside Lane NEW PRICE. Frontenac $1,835,000

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3784 Doc Sargent Road Pacific $2,250,000

5105 Lindell Boulevard CWE $1,495,000

555 Deer Valley Court St. Albans $1,449,000

21 Upper Ladue Road Ladue $2,750,000

6 Apple Tree Lane Ladue $1,799,000

8 Kingsbury Place CWE $1,350,000

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itchens are often places of great joy and comfort. That is never more true than at the JDRF Kitchen Tour. The annual event gives St. Louisans an inside look at some of the city’s most stunning kitchens—along with tasty bites from local restaurants and caterers—all while supporting research for Type 1 Diabetes. “The tour is a great way to get ideas for your own kitchen if you’re thinking of updating or remodeling, and all proceeds benefit JDRF,” says JDRF development coordinator Laura Roeder. “This year, our fundraising goal is $25,000.”

Town&Style is proud to be a media sponsor of the event, which takes place Nov. 9. The tour will take guests through 10 different houses along the central corridor of St. Louis, including a home that once belonged to Johnny Londoff with a newly renovated kitchen that Roeder says you won’t want to miss. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased by calling 314.748.7067 or visiting tinyurl.com/jdrfkitchentour2017. To whet your appetite before the tour, T&S has a sneak peek of six featured kitchens.

Audubon Drive, Clayton

This 1929 homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen flows with the rest of the house with details that pop. The new peninsula, cabinets that match the old doors throughout the house, and a beautifully unique hutch provide formality as well as a functional, livable design for everyday life.

Sponsored by Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath

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Questover Lane, Creve Coeur

The homeowners are empty-nesters who wanted a new, fresh space without having to move. The results are light and bright! The space is big enough for meals when their kids visit but also cozy and intimate for coffee for two.

Sponsored by Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath

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Frontenac Estates, Frontenac

Built in the 1940s, this home has undergone an expansive renovation. The large island and easily accessible appliances make it simple to prepare and serve meals while enjoying the company of friends and family. This is a kitchen that draws you in and makes you feel at home.

Sponsored by Anne Marie Designs

Bridle Lane, Frontenac

The homeowners truly wanted this kitchen to be the heart of their home.

It features a large island for everyone to gather around, a hidden walk-in pantry and a box-beam ceiling. The end product is truly extraordinary!

Sponsored by Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath

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12312 Ballas Lane | Town and Country, MO

Offered at $1,100,000 This Classic Cape Cod home was thoughtfully expanded by current owners. The addition won a first-place design award in St. Louis At Home magazine. Although the home is conveniently located, you will feel like you are in the country on this tree-lined, private cul-de-sac. With over 4,300 sq. ft. of sophisticated yet relaxed living space, this home offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, 1 half bath and a fabulous kitchen & hearth room. Other features include a first-floor master suite, an over-sized 3 car garage and spacious first-floor laundry/mud room. You will love watching the changing seasons from the large covered back porch that overlooks the professionally landscaped yard and garden. Plan to see this beautiful home â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you won't be disappointed!

17050 Baxter Road #200 Chesterfield, MO 636.537.0300

Jennifer Kaiser 314.828.0150

Twin Spring Lane, Clayton

This kitchen is a culinary dream with high-end appliances and a coffee station to prepare the perfect capper to any gourmet meal. It features eye-catching regal blue accents and a spacious island perfect for family and friends to gather around.

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North Bemiston Avenue, Clayton

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impossible to tell that designers had to deal with numerous restrictions and limited space in this Clayton home. The result is the epitome of glamour and elegance.

The grand island has room for six with enough space to enjoy a family meal.

Sponsored by Walbrandt Technologies

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12405 COURTYARD LAKE DRIVE | SUNSET HILLS | $499,000 STEPHANIE CONNELL | 314.265.4739

Beautiful 1.5-story 5+ bedroom, 4 full/2 half bath home sits on one acre in sought-after Muirfield. Built and designed for entertaining featuring gorgeous brick patio, Pebble Tec pool, finished walk out LL & oversized 3-car garage.

Detached villa in desirable “The Courtyards” in Sunset Hills features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, main level living with open floor plan on one of larger lots in the neighborhood. New hardwood flooring, carpet, paint, HVAC, and roof!

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3660 BOUQUET ROAD | WILDWOOD | $6,000,000 MARGIE KUBIK | 314.265.4739 Stunning Jeffersonian 4 BR/5 BA estate nestled on 70+ acres, built to perfection! Custom finishes pool, hot tub, and patio w/ views of gardens, hiking trails & stable.

7 CARTERS GROVE CT. | LADUE | $3,995,000 SUZIE WELLS | 314.973.8761 AIMEE SIMPSON | 314.712.0558 Meticulously maintained & extensively renovated, this revitalized fortress sits on 3 rolling acres with saltwater pool, covered veranda & pool house.

49 MANDERLEIGH ESTATES | FRONTENAC | $1,675,000 SUZIE WELLS | 314.973.8761 AIMEE SIMPSON | 314.712.0558 Nestled on private prized lot in gated community of Manderleigh Estates w/ 3,700+SF on main. Main flr master wing, pool & outdoor covered family room.

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7 TIMBER CREEK | SUNSET HILLS | $1,150,000 MARGIE KUBIK | 314.265.4739 Custom designed home overlooks the prestigious Sunset Country Club features beautiful master suite, state-of-theart kitchen, finished lower level, saltwater pool & hot tub.

21 BONHOMME GROVE CT. | CHESTERFIELD | $999,000 SUZIE WELLS | 314.973.8761 AIMEE SIMPSON | 314.712.0558 Rare opportunity in villa community of Conway on the Grove. Four-bedroom villa built like a fortress w/ main flr master, finished LL w/ spacious outdoor veranda.

1012 SOUTH SPOEDE ROAD | LADUE | $629,000 SUZIE WELLS | 314.973.8761 AIMEE SIMPSON | 314.712.0558 One-of-a-kind idyllic farmhouse within walking distance to Westwood Country Club, local shopping & schools.

Location can’t be beat!

17700 GREYSTONE TERRACE | WILDWOOD | $539,900 REX W. SCHWERDT | 314.800.4755 First class neighborhood amenities complement this chic & stylish home. Four bedrooms/three full and two half baths with over 4,300SF on ¾ acre

10116 FIELDCREST | LADUE | $265,000 SHAINA SCHULZE | 314.255.8137 Perfect opportunity to tear down & build dream home on this .346 acre lot! Great location, close to local shops, restaurants & easy access to highways! Ladue schools.

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We also are wondering what to do in our backyard; it’s overgrown and lacks focus and privacy.

Sincerely, —WHAT’S WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE?

DEAR WHAT’S WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE?,

Your home shows some frequently seen issues that are of interest to readers of this column. The goal should be to upgrade the impact of the home’s architecture and landscape and have the two work together in harmony. Let me make some observations followed by the suggested remedies: • The front door and much of the façade are hidden by a centrally placed shade tree. Remove the shade tree and replace it with two new ones near the sidewalk. These will frame the house nicely, and removing the one by the house will reveal the handsome Japanese maple (which will need a little pruning to thin it out).

• The two-car garage and its adjacent driveway create a bland area that brings down the whole composition. A new carriage-style door with windows and detailing brings new charm to this formerly ‘blank’ area. A new shuttered window in the gable brings some details of the house to the garage wing, making it look less utilitarian.

• The white and green-gray color scheme is a popular choice, but in this case, it seems a bit drab. A maroon accent color on the front door and shutters adds interest throughout the façade and complements the color of the Japanese maple.

• The impact of the neighboring home’s dull side elevation and the unfortunate ‘utility lump’ in your front yard undermine the impression of the property. Blocking the neighboring home with white dogwood trees underplanted with ornamental grass returns the focus to your home and makes your property seem larger by making use of your side yard. By adding a second, lower layer to the right-side hedge, the utilities are screened and the yard looks bigger.

• The backyard is dominated by giant evergreens. Sadly, these magnificent specimens need to go. After their removal, a simple 6-foot wood fence will establish some privacy. A two-tier retaining wall deals with the modest slope and forms a pocket for the new focus: a fountain centered on the existing patio. Various plantings and treillage, or trellis, add interest and formality to the scheme.

Hopefully you will feel there is more that is ‘right’ with this picture after these changes.

Thanks for a useful Extra Credit submission, —HOMEWORK

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