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Eighty-four-year-old artist Peggy Knapp and her husband, Peter, have lived at The Gatesworth for almost two years in their ground-floor apartment, which includes a studio that Peggy created in a spare bedroom.

“When I was a little girl, I used to love to sketch,” she says. “I always loved art, but I never thought I would end up doing as much of it as I have.” She began with oil painting, inspired by her mother’s own interest in art. Once her four sons were off to school, she sat in on an art class her mother had been taking and never looked back.

After working in oils for a number of years, Knapp transitioned to pen and ink drawing. That’s when she created the illustrations that would become her book, For Grandmothers Only. “It started out as something to give to my friends,” she says. “Then it took on a life of its own.”

The book was published in the early 1990s, but Knapp held a book signing at The Gatesworth last year, donating the proceeds to her favorite charity, the Humane Society of Missouri.

She has kept a home art studio since she was in her late 20s, so when she and Peter chose The Gatesworth as their new home, space for the studio was a must. “I just knew the minute we walked in that it was perfect for us,” Knapp says. “We looked at other places, but they did not offer room for my workspace.”

She attended on-site art classes at The Gatesworth after moving in, and has continued to create regularly in her home studio. “When I really get into my work, I don’t want to do anything else,” she says. At one time, she used to show some of her pieces, even exhibiting in the early years of the St. Louis Art Fair in Clayton. Now, however, she is content to create just for herself.

As for her daily life at The Gatesworth, Knapp says, “We’re very happy here. It’s a really nice place to be. Everyone knows your name and is friendly. If I want someone to talk to, all I have to do is walk down the halls.”

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helping handme-downs

The nonprofit held its annual gala in the Crown Room at Ballpark Village.

It provides struggling families with clothing, shoes, coats and beds, while also connecting them with employment opportunities and safe, affordable housing.

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Pet lovers flocked to the organization’s annual Barktoberfest, which raised $7,800 for the Rescued Pet Trauma Fund.

Many guests and their furry friends dressed in coordinating costumes for the fundraiser, now in its seventh year, at Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.

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girls in the know a benefit for the Independence Center Saturday, January 26, 2019

INDEPENDENCE CENTER IS A COMMUNITY-BASED REHABILITATION PROGRAM FOR ADULTS WITH SEVERE AND PERSISTENT MENTAL ILLNESSES. IT HOSTS ITS ANNUAL DANCING WITH THE ST. LOUIS STARS FUNDRAISING EVENT JAN. 26, 2019, AT THE RITZ-CARLTON. PICTURED ON THE COVER: PARTICIPATING DANCERS ALLY NICHOLS (FRONT), FRED KOSTECKI, KRISTIN JOHNSON, MATT BUKHSHTABER, ELIZABETH MANNEN, LISA NICHOLS. FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION, CALL 314.880.5404 OR VISIT DANCINGWITHTHESTLOUISSTARS.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF INDEPENDENCE CENTER

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Area high-schoolers interested in flying attended the first Girls in Aviation Day at the St. Louis Downtown Airport in Cahokia, Illinois, where they climbed into real cockpits and got a chance to run through flight simulations. Saint Louis University partnered with Women in Aviation International to host the event.

More than 200 guests attended the organization’s Knowledge & Power event at Third Degree Glass Factory. Sgt. Christy Allen of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department gave the keynote speech, ‘Embracing Your Fears and Highlighting Your Uniqueness.’

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THE FACES BEHIND THE SCENE

FROM THE associate EDITOR

New York City has the Empire State Building; Washington, D.C., has the U.S. Capitol; Seattle has the Space Needle. Many U.S. skylines sport one-of-a-kind structures that instantly identify each city. As familiar as they are, they also may include interesting details that aren’t so well known. For example, did you know that our own Gateway Arch is exactly as wide as it is tall (630 feet)? Or that it was built on the location of St. Louis’ original French village?

To find out more about architect Eero Saarinen’s stainless steel masterpiece and its newly reimagined site, take a look at our special section cover story on the Gateway Arch Park Foundation. If you’ve been thinking about heading downtown to check out the new look of the museum and grounds, you’ll want to know what to expect. Read about the symbolism of this iconic structure and learn how the museum exhibits have been made more relevant to modern audiences. In this case, change definitely is a good thing!

Another idea we’d like to highlight this month is the importance of giving back locally, not just during the holiday season but throughout the year. Check out our Charity Wish List to find helpful suggestions for non-monetary donations to local nonprofits. These are things the organizations have told us they need most, so you can be sure your contributions will be used and appreciated. They could be toys, clothes, school supplies, food or bigger items like appliances—regardless of your budget, you’ll be able to find a way you can help.

We also have included a list of area nonprofits that can use your feet on the ground as a volunteer. Whether you prefer to give time, talents or treasure, your efforts are sure to be rewarded (and rewarding)!

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A NEW LOOK IS AN EXCITING WAY TO MAKE yourself known to the world, and Independence

Center is using a recent marketing makeover to let St. Louis know exactly what it has to offer.

Founded in 1981, the nonprofit strives to offer a safe space where adults dealing with mental illness can connect with others facing similar challenges. It provides a spectrum of services to help members develop the necessary skills to succeed in society and lead productive lives.

Independence Center’s flagship service is its Clubhouse, which follows a model of psychosocial rehabilitation that focuses on strengthening an individual’s abilities rather than treating him or her as a patient with an illness. It’s structured to mirror the expectations of a workplace, and members are responsible for helping operate it and perform a variety of tasks. Business development manager Abby Berger says that while the organization started with just a handful of people in a small space, it has become much more. “We added service lines as we grew, but our branding still put the Clubhouse at the forefront,” she notes. “We want people to know we offer a comprehensive approach to mental illness. Even if people don’t want to work in the Clubhouse, they still can come and get help.”

The organization’s services include employment programs; community support to help members manage obstacles they may encounter; psychiatric care and counseling in partnership with Washington University; housing, including 24-hour monitored care; and health care that focuses on all dimensions of wellness. “Mental illness varies in severity, and everyone has his or her own unique needs,” Berger says. “Some people need a community to help bolster them, and others require one-on-one support. There is not just one solution; it takes all of our services working together to provide care for our members.”

Independence Center’s new look extends to its signature fundraising gala, Dancing with the St. Louis Stars. Now in its 11th year, the event is a local favorite and raises thousands of dollars each year to make the nonprofit’s many services possible. Still, Berger says a large portion of the community doesn’t realize what it benefits. “We love Dancing with the St. Louis Stars and how excited people get about it, but we want them to know what their money is going toward,” she explains. “We created a new logo that better reflects the Independence Center. Now, everyone will know they’re supporting a wide range of programs and services for people with mental illness.”

The event will be held at The Ritz-Carlton Jan. 26. “We have a great lineup of participants who are ready to get on the dance floor,” Berger says. “We’re thrilled by their enthusiasm to help us raise money for such a great cause.” Alongside community leaders and professional dancers, Lisa Rodgers is participating as a representative of the members of Independence Center. Rodgers became a member in 2016 after being diagnosed with bipolar depression and anxiety. Through support and the right medication, she has made great strides toward independence and managing her mental health. “I am excited to have the opportunity to participate in Dancing with the St. Louis Stars,” Rodgers says. “This is an important event that will help the Independence Center benefit more members like me.” &

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year, double that of last year. Panera execs say they hit the big number two years early. Seems one in three customers order online, from a smartphone or kiosk.

I’ll acknowledge that a digital order or appointment beats the pants off waiting in the drive-through lane at the Starbucks on North & South and Delmar in U. City for 20 minutes—or, trying to walk into a Great Clips for a haircut but getting bumped by those mysterious people who booked online and settle in a stylist’s chair before you. Online, schmonline.

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Alice Boccia Paterakis, Soldiers Memorial conservator, brushed protective wax into nooks and crannies between the raised letters and flat surface of a lacquered bronze plaque. She was hired for the new position in 2016, when the memorial’s $30 million restoration project began. The plaque is at the base of a stone pedestal dedicated to the men and women of St. Louis who made the supreme sacrifice in World War II. That monument was erected in 1955 near the New Deal-era memorial, dedicated in 1936 by FDR to the city’s fallen in the ‘War to End All Wars,’ World War I. Tragically, the war that ended in 1918 was but a catastrophic prelude—WWII began in Europe just three years after our Soldiers Memorial was dedicated.

It was sunny and cool the day we visited, a few days after the Nov. 3 ceremony kicking off a week’s worth of activities that ended Nov. 12, the day after Veterans Day and the centennial of the Armistice that brought ‘The Great War’ to an end. Denny Garner, a retired U.S. Navy captain, had attended the grand reopening. The day of our visit, he brought his grandson Colin with him. Garner had enlisted in 1965, during Vietnam, and served 42 years. After taking a photo for the two, we watched a man with a cane negotiate the steps, framed by two of the four heroic Art Deco statues by Walker Hancock … Vision and Courage. Once grimy from decades of city soot, they are impressive once more. Thirty million dollars was a bargain to restore the building and grounds and expand the museum.

What price honor and glory for veterans, and those who love them?

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The inferno of the post-retail apocalypse is spreading, and big-box retailing has hit new ‘Lowe’s’. The North Carolina-based home-improvement warehouse—

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and major pain in the neck of competitors like Home Depot and Menards—is shuttering three stores in the metro. Lowe’s said it will close 20 stores in the U.S. and 31 in Canada, among them the locations in Bridgeton, Florissant and Granite City, Illinois. Metro stores aren’t slated to close until the close of the company’s 2018 fiscal year, Feb. 1, 2019. Lowe’s isn’t big enough to have a zillion stores; it only seems like it. There are just a few dozen more than 1,700 nationwide.

Lowe’s, BTW, employs about 300,000 people—roughly the population of the city of St. Louis. What really astonishes me, though, is how often you’ll see a Lowe’s and Home Depot less than a few hundred yards from each other. One is the shark, the other the remora, those little scavengers that trail the shark, gobbling up pieces of hapless surfers and sea creatures the shark doesn’t swallow after tearing them to shreds. Are the remoras Lowe’s? Well, the CEO has gone on record saying the Home Depot playbook is the retail playbook.

And he used to be the Home Depot topper, too.

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Used to be, dropping by a Saint Louis Bread Co. was the essence of an analog experience. You’d go in, maybe wait in line a few minutes, then be greeted—sometimes even warmly—by the person behind the counter. They’d take your order and you’d pay. A little later, they’d call you by name and you’d go get it. That was so 1990s. Somewhere along the line, they started handing out those annoying coaster-sized devices that would buzz when your order was ready, scaring the bejeebers out of you. How turn of the (21st) century, like a beeper making you jump, instead of a mobile phone call’s gentle vibration. It was yet another step away from actual human contact.

Now, like Starbucks, McDonald’s and so many other food-service companies, Panera Bread is marking its success in large part on digital sales. Company officials say Panera will surpass $2 billion in digital sales this

We all seek refuge and rest while traveling. St. Louis artist Solomon Thurman expands on that theme, extending beyond human air travelers. We weren’t born to fly; birds were. Perch Here Between Flights is a series of 14 acrylic and oil paintings of birdhouses and birds in flight, now on exhibit at St. Louis Lambert International Airport in Terminal 2, near gate E10.

Thurman is one of two painters who created the airport’s Black Americans in Flight mural (1990, Terminal 1) and he is the 2018 Missouri Arts Council

Artist of the Year. Perch is curated by Pat Smith Thurman, Solomon’s wife. Together they founded 10th Street Gallery downtown and were named co-chairs of the 2019 St. Louis Art Awards. The paintings were inspired by a trip to Mobile, Alabama, where Solomon visited an estate with more than 300 birdhouses on the property. Several birds began perching in the houses at the onset of a hard rain. Solomon captured the experience in more than 22 paintings. He has been painting for five decades. This, the first exhibition in the series, will be on display through April 2019.

TALK OF THE TOWNS TRIVIA: WHAT IS THE TRANSLATION OF VIVE UT VIVAS? EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS CALLS FOR A 100 PERCENT GOOGLE-FREE RESPONSE … SERIOUSLY, NO WEB SEARCHES, BOYS AND GIRLS! IT’S TIME TO PUT THAT HIGH-SCHOOL LATIN TO GOOD USE. LAST ISSUE’S ANSWER: THREE PEOPLE WERE CONFIRMED DEAD IN THE GREAT FIRE OF 1849 ON THE ST. LOUIS RIVERFRONT, WHICH BEGAN WITH A MATTRESS FIRE ON THE NEW ORLEANS STEAMBOAT WHITE CLOUD ON MAY 17. WITHIN A HALF HOUR 22 OTHER STEAMBOATS WERE IN FLAMES, BUT THE NUMBER OF DEAD ON THE BOATS IS UNKNOWN. THE FIRE DESTROYED A POORER SECTION OF THE CITY WHERE THE GATEWAY ARCH AND GROUNDS ARE TODAY.

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The McCulloughs have a Mini Cooper, a Porsche Cayenne, a Lamborghini Murcielago and a Ferrari Testarossa … and lament the loss of their beloved Bentley. Yes, the family appreciates automotive excellence, but these classics don’t have four wheels.

They all have four furry legs—or had, in the case of Bentley, the black-and-white longhaired cat whose photograph is framed on a wall. Mini Cooper is the fatter, boy chihuahua; Porsche Cayenne is the skinnier, girl chihuahua. Why not Ford Pinto, Chevy Vega or Toyota Corolla? Well, nothing but top of the line for Shannon McCullough, DVM, and her husband, Mark, of Ladue. Shannon has parlayed her love and concern for animals—and a special affinity for Africa (a onetime exchange student in Kenya, she speaks fondly of her ‘African family’)—into two businesses with her husband: She’s president of Global Gift Innovators and The Gifting Tree. Most days you can find her at her ‘real’ job at St. Louis Veterinary Center, Grand and I-44

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near SLU. But she and her two-legged family (which includes son Luke, 18) don’t just dream of the Dark Continent. They have a pied-à-terre, if that’s what you could call a ‘wildlife estate’, near Kruger National Park in South Africa, a famed location for adventurers going on safari. And when the great hunter shooting (photos of) game returns from a (bloodless) safari, a bucketlist trip for anyone, what to bring back that’s worthy of its overwhelming emotional impact? Not a stinkin’ T-shirt … it could be a rhino fashioned intricately from glass beads on a wire frame. “They’re looking for something distinctive, unique,” says Shannon, Porsche Cayenne stretching to lick her face. “If you told me 20 years ago I’d own a chihuahua...” she says, her voice trailing off. Shannon and Mark work with Charll and Annelie Mans (who are Afrikaners) to help artisans in

a rural shop, Madilika, refine their products. For years, the women have recycled glass retrieved from the safari ‘camp’ at Kruger, including green wine bottles, brown beer bottles and clear glass. They crush and bake them in a kiln to create multicolored beads for necklaces or fashion breathtakingly beautiful wire-and-bead beasts and birds. But the process was not as sustainable, nor the beads as consistent, as possible, which is where Charll and Annalie stepped in. He had been teaching business; she, art. Madilika is now more efficient, its finances ‘an open book,’ thanks to the business acumen of Charll and the McCulloughs. Shannon and Mark’s motto, Vive Ut Vivas, is on a plaque beside the front door and a stone archway inside the house.

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by julia m. johnson St. Louis popped up on a recent ▶

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“getting healthcare right.” THE LOU RANKED 63RD IN THE U.S. based on access to care, population health, hospital quality and availability of local specialists. Rochester, Minnesota, came in at No. 1, and Kansas City (No. 43) was the only other Missouri city to make the list.

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with celebrities. Not just any though, only those who are from St. Louis. Since they are from here, I feel like they belong to me in a way, you know, kind of like the Cardinals do. When Jenna Fischer first started appearing on The Office, I was thrilled. We went to the same high school and even though we are 20 years apart in age, I assumed that if I ever ran into her in Hollywood, I would merely need to break into the school song, “To Nerinx Hall goes the song that I sing …” and she would invite me to lunch.

Andy Cohen’s sister lives one street away from me, so I assume one of these days I will run into him in New York and say, “Funny thing, Andy. I live in Claverach Park, too.”

And he will respond, “Can I buy you another vodka and soda, or do you want a Bud Light?” And we will chuckle at the St. Louis reference. Then he will tell me what he really thinks about Bethenny Frankel. I mean, the list goes on and on of people for me to dream up my fake encounters with: John Goodman, Jon Hamm, Meghan Edmonds, Tom Sandoval, David Giuntoli, Sterling K. Brown, Nelly and of course, Ellie Kemper.

Ellie is my favorite. Why, you ask? Because she has red hair and appears to be slightly clumsy ... just like me, except I am more than ‘slightly.’ I was very excited when her new book My Squirrel Days downloaded to my Kindle (I had pre-ordered it, of course). I was heading to Florida, so this meant I could read it all in one sitting while slathered in sunscreen on a lounge chair at the beach, trying to forget about the dermatologist’s warning that I really shouldn’t be getting any more sun or she’ll just have to keep cutting things off. But that’s a story for another day and quite honestly, the sun damage was done years ago when I used baby oil as my protectant.

You may not be aware, but I am the book reviewer for Town&Style. This does not come with any special privileges. No one sends me books to read or review early, and I am not an Amazon preferred reviewer (primarily because I can’t figure out how to become one). But I read and review whatever I want. And sometimes, I even use my entire column to tell you to go read a book. And that is what I am doing right now. I want you to read this book of essays from Ellie Kemper. Not because she is from St. Louis, or because she has red hair and is slightly clumsy, but because she is funny. And it’s never at anyone else’s expense. She laughs at herself and the situations she finds herself in, and she acknowledges how lucky she is to have such a supportive family. It is the book you should give the person on your holiday list who needs a little cheering up or the kid who wants to make it big in Hollywood. Or just gift it to yourself because it will make you happy.

And please don’t email me your thanks. I will be far too busy figuring out my fake meet and greet with Ellie.

I just have to come up with an opening line because I hate squirrels.

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▲ Hometown entrepreneur and Washington University alum DAVID DRESNER is branching out to support local reforestation efforts. He’s the owner of Sleeve A Message, an environmentally conscious maker of coffee-cup sleeves. Dresner recently partnered with the university to ADD 60 NEW TREES AND PLANTS BEHIND WHITTEMORE HOUSE on Forsyth Boulevard. The idea is to increase the campus’ tree canopy and set an example for sustainability.

k chitec ◀ Congratulations are in order for DR. KATIE VO , RECENTLY NAMED CHIEF OF NEURORADIOLOGY AT WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE. She has been serving as interim chief for the past year and a half, and also is director of advanced stroke and cerebrovascular imaging.

Vo is a graduate of Weill Cornell Medical College.

▲ They may be small, but they’re mighty important!

A clutch of 39 Ozark hellbender salamanders recently hatched at the Saint Louis Zoo’s herpetarium, a milestone for the endangered species. It’s the first time the zoo’s first-generation hellbenders have successfully reproduced. They are the largest species of aquatic salamander in North America.

〈〈〈 THE MAIN EVENTS 〉〉〉 Andrew Cuneo will be the featured soloist at the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s world premiere of composer Christopher

Rouse’s Bassoon Concerto

Nov. 16 and 17. Works by Samuel Barber and Aaron Copland will be on the program as well.

Join Saint Louis University Nov. 17 for its black-tie Third Century Gala at Chaifetz Arena. The event kicks off the school’s capital campaign and includes a cocktail reception, dinner, evening program and after-party. Proceeds help fund scholarships and student initiatives.

Get in holiday gift mode Nov. 23 and 24 at Shop Clayton, a lively event featuring a number of area retailers. In-store specials, food, decorations and more will help you get in the spirit, and Stray Rescue will be on hand Saturday with mobile pet adoptions.

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NEW HEIGHTS GATEWAY ARCH PARK FOUNDATION by david o’neill ON OCT. 28, 1965, A COLLECTIVE SENSE OF PRIDE OVERWHELMED ST. LOUIS as the

Gateway Arch received its crown, a gleaming, 8-foot keystone piece of stainless steel. At 630 feet in both height and width, architect Eero Saarinen’s iconic structure remains among history’s most astonishing engineering feats, and one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks.

However, the subterranean museum commemorating the Arch was in need of some updates. First opened in 1976, the museum had grown dated, and pedestrian access to the Arch was problematic.

That would begin to change several years ago, when the Gateway Arch Park Foundation embarked on a massive museum renovation effort in partnership with several area organizations. Today’s Arch is “a completely reimagined visitor experience,” says Melissa Paz, a foundation board trustee.

The museum underwent a dramatic transformation, starting with a striking new semicircular entrance that welcomes guests into a 46,000-square-foot visitor center. Inside, the museum has basically the same footprint, but the visitor experience has completely changed, says Samantha Fisher, the foundation’s director of communications. “Before, the museum could have represented almost any place from here to California,” she notes. “What it does now is give visitors a sense of place.”

Interactivity and engagement set the new museum apart from the former. On the mezzanine level’s terrazzo floor, for example, a map of North America illustrates historic trails from the East to the West coast, as well as the myriad waterways leading to and through St. Louis. This, Paz says, allows visitors to trace pioneers’ journeys and truly illustrates St. Louis as a North American hub.

Paz played a key role in creating six story galleries, each with its own culturally inclusive narrative. Each one tells both a local story and a national story, Paz says, with emphasis on the city’s vibrant history and pivotal role in America’s expansion westward.

‘Colonial St. Louis,’ for example, examines indigenous and Creole cultures before the Louisiana Purchase, while ‘Building the Gateway Arch’ offers insight into the massive scope of the Arch’s construction. Additional galleries examine Thomas Jefferson’s vision for westward expansion and the conflicts and events arising from ‘Manifest Destiny;’ how steamboats transformed society and commerce during the riverfront era; and St. Louis at the dawn of the Industrial Age. Improved access also enhances the Arch experience. Visitors easily can reach the Arch grounds from downtown by way of Luther Ely Smith Square, an inviting green space across from the Old Courthouse. A landscaped platform over I-44, the square is “a natural extension, and it realizes Saarinen’s dream of having the Arch grounds connected to downtown St. Louis,” Paz says.

Paz hopes the new museum and park grounds will grow in popularity as a frequent destination for St. Louis families. “The Arch is such a source of pride for the people of St. Louis, and this renovation just builds on that,” she says.

Admission to the museum is still free, and foundation membership perks include Tram Ride to the Top passes, happy hours, VIP events and discounts. & THE GATEWAY ARCH PARK FOUNDATION IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WITH A MISSION TO ENSURE THAT THE GATEWAY ARCH, ITS GROUNDS, NEIGHBORING PUBLIC SPACES, AND ATTRACTIONS WILL BE A VITAL, WELCOMING, AND WELL-SUPPORTED RESOURCE FOR THE COMMUNITY AND NATION FOR GENERATIONS TO COME. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.881.2015 OR VISIT WWW.ARCHPARK.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY CYDNEY MOORE | COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF GATEWAY ARCH PARK FOUNDATION

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Thank You To Our Featured Sponsors For Their Support Of Our Fundraising Gala

TIM & MARY NEY ROGER & PAULA RINEY • THE THOMPSON FAMILY FOUNDATION

The Thompson Foundation for Autism

Honorary co-chairs

held its 12th annual fundraiser on Friday, September 28th at Meadowbrook Country Club. Proceeds benefit the MU Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri. Honorary co-chairs, were former St. Louis Blues Player, Scott Mellanby and his wife, Sue. They shared their inspirational journey regarding their 22 year old son, Carter, who has autism. In addition, their other son, Nick, who is a high school senior, spoke lovingly about his older brother who is his SCOTT AND SUE MELLANBY NICK MELLANBY best friend. St. Louis native Dr. Stephen Kanne, the Center’s Executive Director, spoke about the significant progress being made by the Center with its newly expanded facility and capabilities.

He introduced Carrie Kremer who spoke about how her severely autistic daughter has made significant progress with the highlyskilled staff in the Center’s severe behavior clinic, which helps children dealing with issues like aggression, property destruction and self-harm. St. Louis Blues Alumni in attendance included Bruce Affleck, Scott Mellanby, Reed Low, Blake Dulop, Larry Patey and Perry Turnball. The gracious Emcee for the evening was Allie Corey, KSDK Co-Host of Today in St. Louis.

ABOUT THE THOMPSON CENTER The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri is a national leader in confronting the challenges of autism spectrum disorder & other developmental conditions through its collaborative research, training and service programs. The Center’s mission is to strengthen children and families affected by autism spectrum disorders through raising awareness and support for interventions, education and research.

NATIONAL EXCELLENCE Recognized as 1 of 13 leading autism centers in the U.S. and Canada for clinical services, the Thompson Center can provide a diagnosis of autism in just one day. Multidisciplinary visits mean families can see all their specialists in one visit, including pediatricians, psychologists, speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, behavior analysts and social workers. Nearly 3,500 families were seen last year with a total of more than 13,000 visits.

TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCE Thompson Center researchers are shaping the future of autism diagnosis and treatment through more than 20 active research projects, ranging from genetic and biological markers to new treatments for core symptoms.

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP Each year, the Thompson Center hosts world-renowned autism specialists and researchers to offer educators, health professionals, and behavior therapists the chance to engage with the most current research and best practices at its annual Autism Conference.

REGIONAL EXPERTISE The Thompson Center is a research and clinical partner with many other autism centers across the country, including The Mercy Kids Autism Center in St. Louis, which strengthens the care provided to children and families in St. Louis, across the state of Missouri and beyond.

Proceeds benefit:

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Give the gift

Share some holiday cheer this season by volunteering with area nonprofits.

The rewards are always considerable—on both sides!

Circle of Concern provides food, school supplies and other assistance for families in need.

Volunteers can help with its food pantry, serve as mentors and work on special projects. Call 636.861.2623 or visit circleofconcern.org.

Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition provides services for foster kids and families. Many volunteer opportunities are available. Call 314.367.8373 or visit foster-adopt.org.

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Call 314.436.1177 or visit gwrymca.org.

Humane Society of Missouri finds loving homes for companion animals.

Volunteers of all ages help foster animals, support the nonprofit’s staff and work on events and projects. Call 314.647.8800 or visit hsmo.org.

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Nurses for Newborns provides at-risk families with in-home health care and parenting education. Volunteers help process donations, organize events and more. Call 314.544.3433 or visit nursesfornewborns.org.

St. Louis Area Foodbank helps ensure local families have enough to eat. Volunteers help sort and package food items for those in need.

Call 314.292.6262 or visit stlfoodbank.org.

St. Patrick Center assists those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Volunteers help sort donations, work at fundraising events and more.

Call 314.802.0700 or visit stpatrickcenter.org.

The Salvation Army welcomes volunteers for activities like holiday toy collection, special events and more. Visit stlsalvationarmy.org.

Stray Rescue of St. Louis welcomes volunteers to walk and socialize dogs, work at adoption events, help with shelter cleaning and more. Call 314.771.6121 or visit strayrescue.org.

United Way of Greater St. Louis offers volunteer opportunities of all kinds. Call 314.421.0700 or visit stlvolunteer.org to search by type of work, your professional skills, availability and more.

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We work to give kids the core values and opportunities they need to succeed in life. We help youth by providing them with real opportunities for self-discovery, to inspire them to become the kind of adults who can change the world.

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Donate now at www.light.foundation

Inspiring Youth • Building Values • Creating Opportunities Call Us 314.287.3633 • Learn More Online www.light.foundation 10803 Olive Boulevard, Suite 100 • St. Louis, MO 63141

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WISH LIST

IN THIS SEASON OF GIVING, Town&Style has contacted local charities to ask what’s on their wish lists.

It’s important to remember those who could use a helping hand during our season of joy and celebration.

Why not add a few of these items to your shopping list to help make the holiday season a little brighter for others?

ANIMAL HOUSE CAT RESCUE AND ADOPTION CENTER

MISSION: To provide healthy living resources to families in

PROJECT: To enhance quality of life for children and families

and carefully considered adoption services for stray and abandoned cats

ITEMS NEEDED: Healthy, non-perishable food, hand

ITEMS NEEDED: Dye- and perfume-free laundry detergent

DROP LOCATION: 2115 Chambers Road, hours vary;

kids (size 5 to adult small)

CONTACT: Joy Millner, 314.312.2746

through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday; pickup can be arranged

and dryer sheets, blue Dawn dishwashing liquid, cat toys and scratchers

DROP LOCATION: 2151 59th St., 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday,

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday and Friday, noon to 4 p.m. Saturday

CONTACT: Stacey Lewis, 314.531.4626,

development.animalhouse@stlcats.org

ARTS AS HEALING FOUNDATION PROJECT: To bring the therapeutic benefits of art to those touched by cancer and other chronic illnesses

ITEMS NEEDED: Wooden art easels, canvases of assorted

sizes and reference photobooks for artistic subject material

need through nutrition and physical fitness

HELPING HAND-ME-DOWNS by meeting their needs and connecting them with resources that foster independence

PROJECT: To provide a safe, enriching living environment

gardening tools, standard-size refrigerator pickup can be arranged

FOOD OUTREACH PROJECT: To provide nutritional support and enhance the quality of life for men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS or cancer

ITEMS NEEDED: New double-deck, commercial convection

DROP LOCATION: 6728 Page Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday CONTACT: 314.514.5987

HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI PROJECT: To give second chances to abused, neglected and homeless animals and to strengthen the bond between animals and people

ITEMS NEEDED: Loving forever homes for adoptable animals;

DROP LOCATION: 3117 Olive St., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday

DROP LOCATION: 1201 Macklind Ave., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

DROP LOCATION: 737 Villa Place Court; dropoff can be at any CONTACT: Vicki Friedman, 314.640.5363

CONTACT: Justin Kralemann, 314.652.3663, ext. 117

ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF ST. LOUIS

ITEMS NEEDED: Twin mattresses, gas cards and coats for

oven; new tilt skillet; canned goods including tuna, turkey, chicken, salmon, corn, green beans, mixed vegetables, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks and peaches through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; pickup can be arranged for larger donations on Tuesdays, Thursdays and every other Wednesday

time, just provide notice one day in advance; pickup can be arranged for larger items

FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER

volunteers to foster, walk and socialize shelter pets; toys, sheets, towels, blankets and shredded newspaper

Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday

CONTACT: 314.951.1567

JUNE JESSEE MEMORIAL FOUNDATION PROJECT: To support the physical, emotional and financial

PROJECT: To identify, develop, fund and implement ongoing

PROJECT: To provide educational, emotional and recreational

ITEMS NEEDED: Toiletries, touch-and-feel books for

ITEMS NEEDED: Books for children of all ages; female

ITEMS NEEDED: Toys for kids of all ages DROP LOCATION: Before December, 530 Maryville Centre CONTACT: Mary McKee, 314.275.7440

DROP LOCATION: Please email info@junejessee.org

philanthropic programs to service specific needs of children and adults in the St. Louis community toiletries; donations of clothing, interior decor and toys for the Fantastic Finds retail shop

DROP LOCATION: Assistance League of St. Louis

headquarters, 30 Henry Ave., call to set time; Fantastic Finds, 12778 Olive Blvd., regular business hours

CONTACT: Headquarters, 636.227.6200; Fantastic Finds, 314.579.9500

CONNECTIONS TO SUCCESS PROJECT: To inspire families to realize their dreams

and achieve economic independence by providing hope, resources and a plan

ITEMS NEEDED: Bus passes, gas and grocery gift cards,

hygiene items (deodorant, toothpaste, soap, body wash and shampoo)

DROP LOCATION: 3000 Little Hills Expressway, Ste. 102, 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday through Dec. 20

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Drive, LL5; after December, 16 Sunnen Drive, Ste. 161

GREAT CIRCLE PROJECT: To reshape vulnerable lives through a community of partners, teachers and leaders, giving children and families the confidence to create bright futures

needs of families of children with complex neurological conditions

children with visual impairments, gift cards to restaurants and stores to arrange dropoff or pickup.

CONTACT: Genny Jessee, 314.594.7128

KIDSMART PROJECT: To empower children in need to succeed in school

ITEMS NEEDED: Gift cards from grocery, clothing and

by providing free essential tools for learning

DROP LOCATION: 330 N. Gore Ave., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

shrink wrap and box filler) and basic school supplies (paper, crayons, scissors, glue and pencils)

CONTACT: Ann Rexford, 314.919.4710,

to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday

entertainment stores; new toys for newborns to age 18; and clothing and care items for newborns to age 18 Monday through Friday

ann.rexford@greatcircle.org

ITEMS NEEDED: Forklift, packaging supplies (boxes, tape,

DROP LOCATION: Please contact the office for dropoff, 9 a.m.

CONTACT: Shannon Richards, 314.291.6211, shannon@kidsmartstl.org

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PROJECT: To serve St. Louis’ most vulnerable senior

women, nourishing their social, physical, mental and emotional needs and enhancing their quality of life through compassionate care

ITEMS NEEDED: House slippers (especially women’s

large and men’s medium), holiday greeting card packs, hand towels and washcloths

DROP LOCATION: 4361 Olive St., Monday through Friday before 5 p.m.

PROJECT: To provide emergency shelter to homeless women, children and families

ITEMS NEEDED: Heavy-duty washer and dryer, heavyduty freezer and refrigerator, automatic inflatable air mattresses

COMMUNITY WALK/ RUN

DROP LOCATION: 3415 Bridgeland Drive, 9 a.m. to

2 p.m. Monday through Friday; pickup can be arranged for larger items

CONTACT: David Weber, 314.209.9181

CONTACT: Emily Woll, 314.531.2981, ext. 232

OUR LADY’S INN MATERNITY HOMES PROJECT: To provide women and their children new hope through humble acts of love

ITEMS NEEDED: Canned vegetables, fruits and soups; girls’ (sizes 5-8) and boys’ (sizes 5, 6, 10-12) winter clothes; women’s winter coats

SAFE CONNECTIONS PROJECT: To reduce the impact and incidence of

relationship violence and sexual assault through education, crisis intervention, counseling and support services

ITEMS NEEDED: Gifts for male teens and adults such

DROP LOCATION: 4223 S. Compton Ave., 9 a.m. to

as gloves, socks and grooming kits; writing tablets, journals and nice pens; adult coloring books with colored pencils or fine-tip markers

CONTACT: Carla Howard-Owens, 314.351.4590

DROP LOCATION: 2165 Hampton Ave., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

4 p.m. Monday through Friday

PATHWAYS TO INDEPENDENCE PROJECT: To support the development of skills that

positively impact the lives of adults with disabilities who seek greater independence and social success

ITEMS NEEDED: Gas and MetroLink gift cards; gift cards that can be used in a silent auction; college supplies (pocket folders, 3-ring binders, pens, markers and flash drives)

Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Dani Smith, 314.646.7500, ext. 123

SOUTHSIDE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER PROJECT: To provide safe shelter and transitional

1 Mile Fun Run 8:00 am 5k Race - 8:30 am To register to run or volunteer visit www.girlsontherunstlouis.org SOLDIERS MEMORIAL DOWNTOWN ST. LOUIS

ITEMS NEEDED: Winter coats, boots and accessories (scarves, hats and gloves)

CONTACT: Liz Cottrell, 314.863.0202, ext. 1,

5:45 p.m. Monday through Friday

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living services to battered women and their dependent children and to empower them to make informed choices about their futures

DROP LOCATION: 200 S. Hanley Road, Ste. 103; pickup

DROP LOCATION: 2101 S. Jefferson Ave., 7:15 a.m. to CONTACT: Cleo Fisher, 314.333.7111

liz@ptistl.org

PRESBYTERIAN CHILDREN’S HOMES AND SERVICES PROJECT: To provide Christ-centered care and

support to children and families in need, with a focus on preventing and healing abuse

ITEMS NEEDED: Twin-size sheets and blankets, Walmart or Target gift cards

DROP LOCATION: 1220 N. Lindbergh Blvd., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday

ST. PATRICK CENTER PROJECT: To provide opportunities for self-

sufficiency and dignity to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless through safe and affordable housing, sound mental and physical health, employment, and financial stability

ITEMS NEEDED: Laundry detergent, paper towels and toilet paper

DROP LOCATION: 800 N. Tucker Blvd., 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Debra Paulus, 314.989.9727,

CONTACT: Kelly Peach, 314.802.0700

debra.paulus@pchas.org

RANKEN JORDAN PEDIATRIC BRIDGE HOSPITAL PROJECT: To provide a complete continuum of care for children with complex medical challenges

ITEMS NEEDED: Gift cards for gas, grocery stores, Amazon, Walmart and Target; therapeutic toys

DROP LOCATION: 11365 Dorsett Road, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

CONTACT: Tricia Sievers, 314.872.6450, tricia.sievers@rankenjordan.org

POWER UP! 5K

TASK (TEAM ACTIVITIES FOR SPECIAL KIDS) PROJECT: To enrich and nurture the lives of people of

all ages with special needs by providing opportunities for them to participate in sports, recreation, life skills and social activities

A PLACE FOR DEVELOPMENT

ITEMS NEEDED: Lysol or Clorox wipes, paper goods and copy paper, postage stamps

DROP LOCATION: 980 Horan Drive, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Deb Fruend, 636.343.8275

Look for more Charity Wish List ideas in our Dec. 12 issue.

Not all children have access to the same opportunities. At the Y, we believe every child deserves access to enriching life experiences where youth connect, belong and achieve.

That is why last year alone, the Gateway Region YMCA provided $470,000 in financial assistance for 1,800 children to participate in early childhood or school-age child care services. Because all children deserve to start and attend school developmentally on par with their peers. gwrymca.org/opportunities

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NONPROFIT NEWS 1 | GATEWAY ARCH PARK FOUNDATION Winterfest at the Arch includes an ice rink in Kiener Plaza through Jan. 1 and a VIP Winter’s Dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis Nov. 17.

One S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 700 | 314.881.2015 archpark.org

2 | BACH SOCIETY OF SAINT LOUIS The Bach Society is thrilled to have legendary jazz singer Denise Thimes as a special guest artist for its Christmas Candlelight Concert, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 in the festive ambiance of Powell Hall.

3547 Olive St., Ste. 120 | 314.652.BACH bachsociety.org

3 | THE LIGHT FOUNDATION Youth need guidance, mentors, values and meaningful opportunities for self-discovery to become the kind of adults who change the world. We work to help them succeed by supporting nonprofits that provide lifechanging opportunities.

10803 Olive Blvd., Ste. 100 | 314.287.3633 light.foundation

4 | INDEPENDENCE CENTER At Dancing with the St. Louis Stars, five St. Louis community leaders perform to create awareness of mental illness and raise funds for Independence Center. The event is 6 p.m. Jan. 26 at The Ritz-Carlton.

Vote and buy tickets at dancingwiththestlouisstars.org.

For information, call 314.880.5404.

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5 | THOMPSON CENTER FOR AUTISM & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS The Thompson Center hosted its annual autism conference in St. Louis, breaking its attendance record with 568 participants. The conference educates professionals on treating children with autism.

205 Portland St. | 573.884.6052 thompsoncenter.missouri.edu

6 | GRAND CENTER ARTS DISTRICT The district is a landmark destination for culture in Midtown.

With more than 60 arts and cultural organizations, 16 theaters, 17 museums and galleries, 10 music venues, and 22 bars and restaurants, it offers more to see and experience. grandcenter.org

7 | SAINT LOUIS ZOO By remembering the Zoo in your estate plan, you become a forever friend with a permanent legacy to benefit animals and visitors who love them. Join the Heritage Society today!

1 Government Drive | 314.646.4509 stlzoo.org/plannedgiving

8 | ST. LOUIS MERCANTILE LIBRARY AT UMSL The Headlines of History exhibition builds to the 175th anniversary of the Mercantile Library, marking the growth and special nature of the collections by focusing on one of the most important holdings, its newspapers.

1 University Blvd. | 314.516.7240 umsl.edu/mercantile

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To become a holiday adoption sponsor, complete the form online at www.circleofconcern.org or call 636.861.2623.

Thank you for making holiday dreams come true!

13 9 | GIRLS ON THE RUN ST. LOUIS The Young Professionals Board of GOTR-STL is hosting its annual trivia night Dec. 8 at St. Louis University High School. Gather friends and family and sign up online at girlsontherunstlouis.org/YPBTrivia.

3155 Sutton Blvd., Ste. 101 | 314.862.6266 | girlsontherunstlouis.org

10 | CIRCLE OF CONCERN FOOD PANTRY Just in time for Turkey Day, the organization will share nearly 500 birds and boxes of seasonal foods. This effort is made possible by contributions of food, money and volunteer support.

112 St. Louis Ave. | 636.861.2623 | circleofconcern.org

11 | COMPTON HEIGHTS CONCERT BAND The band’s 20th Annual Holiday Pops Spectacular features Hugh K. Smith, Gina Galati, Robert Ellison and David Morris. Performances are at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22 at the Skip Viragh Performing Arts Center. Visit chband.org for tickets. PICTURED: HUGH K. SMITH 3120 Lafayette Ave. | 314.776.2227 | chband.org

12 | THE FOUNDATION FOR BARNES-JEWISH HOSPITAL Thank you to our Illumination 2018 co-chairs, Arnold Donald and George Paz. Attend the Illumination Gala June 1 to support breakthrough cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center. Sponsorships are available.

1001 Highlands Plaza Drive W., Ste. 140 314.286.0600 | foundationbarnesjewish.org

13 | VOYCE The Caregiver Awards Luncheon creates awareness for VOYCE’s role in speaking up for quality long-term care. Held at 11:45 a.m. Nov. 29 at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel, it will honor front-line caregivers delivering quality, person-centered services.

Give the Gift of Animals Always and Be Remembered Forever.

When you become a member of the Saint Louis Zoo’s Heritage Society, your generous gift creates a legacy for you while guaranteeing that our Zoo continues to be one of the finest in the world—leading in animal care and providing unforgettable visitor experiences for years.

Be remembered forever by considering the Saint Louis Zoo in your estate plans.

Contact Lori A. Sullivan at (314) 646-4509 or visit stlzoo.org/plannedgiving for more information.

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Celebrate Our Everyday Heroes VOYCE Caregiver Awards Luncheon BARBARA AND JOHN ROBERTS

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JOIN US as we honor JOIN US as we honor caregivers caregivers and volunteers and volunteers from across the from across the region region whowho daily bring daily bringhope, hope, help help and friendship to those to inthose long-in and friendship term care. long term care.

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The Giving Guide Housing Changes EVERYTHING

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Since 1930 Mary Ryder Home has been providing low-income senior women a place to call home.

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Donate online at www.maryryderhome.org Gift of appreciated securities Memorial or tribute gifts Volunteer Donate in-kind gifts or a Resident Registry item for the holiday season

Helping Hand-Me-Downs (HHMD) is a local nonprofit helping families break the cycle of poverty and working with them to find stability and independence. We were founded 7 years ago and now have 4 locations throughout St. Louis and Jefferson County. This year the organization will serve over 5,000 children by providing them with clothing, shoes, coats, and other necessities along with helping their parents find stable employment and safe affordable housing.

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HELP US HELP THEM!!

Your donation directly impacts the lives of the nearly 100 dogs and more than 250 cats we care for each day and helps nearly 600 dogs and 600 cats find a loving, lasting home each year.

Open Door is the largest no-kill animal shelter in greater St. Louis and has been providing homeless cats and dogs with the highest quality of life and a second chance to find a forever family since 1975.

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The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital is proud to announce the Illumination 2019 Co-Chairs:

Carl Bouckaert Sue McCollum Suzanne Sitherwood

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The Illumination Gala supports breakthrough cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center

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A NEW YOU COVER STORY – SLUCare Physician Group HEALTH – Fight Back Against Colds and Flu HEALTH FLASH

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APRONOMICS – Thu Rein Oo of The Crossing QUICK BITES HAPPY HOUR NOT SO DEEP THOUGHTS

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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS F20 REAL TALK – Sam Hall F22 HOMEWORK F24 WHAT’S IN YOUR ATTIC? F25 OPEN HOUSES SOLD! F30 CLASSIFIEDS

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FIGHT BACK AGAINST COLDS & FLU

BY JULIA M. JOHNSON

It’s the same old symptoms every year … cough, congestion, sniffling, sneezing, fever. They’re the hallmarks of cold and flu season, and they return to test our mettle every fall.

While our bodies are pretty amazing at fending off most germ invaders, human immune defenses aren’t infallible; bacteria and viruses are in the air and on the surfaces we touch, so it’s impossible to avoid infection completely. Still, a little proactive advice can go a long way toward keeping germs at bay—and managing symptoms when we do get sick.

AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION Dr. Cristina Fernandez, a family physician with SSM Health Medical Group, says the lack of humidity is one of the main reasons we are more susceptible to infection at this time of year. “Drier air can cause small cracks in the mucous membranes of the nose and sinuses,” she explains. “That’s how bacteria and viruses get in and start replicating. It’s important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and using a saline nasal mist. Good hydration is important for your body in general, and it helps protect the immune barriers in your nose and mouth.”

Fernandez says household sprays like Lysol and moist disinfectant wipes are good tools to stop the spread of germs. “Use the wipes on common surfaces and kids’ toys, and take them with you to use on grocery carts, exercise equipment and office doorknobs,” she says. “Wipe your cell phone regularly, too—viruses can hang around a long time on surfaces like these.” Dr. Margaret Reiker, an internal medicine physician with Mercy Clinic, says the small, cloth face masks that healthcare workers wear are helpful if you’re going to be around people who are sick. “You

can buy the masks at most drugstores,” she notes. “They are especially useful if your immune system already is down because of other health problems.”

Catching the right number of Zs is important, too. Inadequate sleep can affect your mood, and mental negativity can have an impact on your immune system, Reiker says. “Keeping a positive outlook is helpful in preventing and treating illness,” she notes. “Staying mentally upbeat can make you less susceptible and help you feel more proactive about taking steps to get better.”

According to Fernandez, the jury is still out on taking extra vitamin C as a way of preventing illness. “Factual evidence is lacking in terms of its effects, but using it won’t hurt you,” she notes. “Vitamins and nutrients are always a good idea, and I like to see people taking ownership of their health. I recommend getting your nutrition from food first. Eat grapefruit at breakfast, and try colorful, antioxidantrich vegetables as well.” She says leafy greens, sweet potatoes and red peppers are good choices.

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A POUND OF CURE So what if you’ve tried your best to stay well, but germs end up winning out? Decongestants, Tylenol, ibuprofen, cough syrups and other over-thecounter drugs can help, but licensed acupuncturist and alternative medicine practitioner Afua Bromley also has some plant-based advice for dealing with cold and flu symptoms.

For chest and upper respiratory infections, she recommends homemade herbal tea infusions. “They can help loosen phlegm and make breathing easier,“ Bromley says. “Put a tablespoon of thyme or oregano leaves in a tea ball and steep it in hot water for three to five minutes.” Echinacea is another beneficial herb that can be taken as a tea or in a capsule, and slippery elm extract is available as a tea or lozenge to coat the throat and calm a dry cough.

Bromley says pears can help soothe a raw throat, too. “I tell people to slice and eat them for a day or so when they feel the soreness coming on,” she notes. “Any variety of pear is helpful.” She also recommends kiwi fruit for vitamin C; a Chinese herbal formula called yin chiao; and hot soup with ingredients like carrots, garlic, celery, sweet potato and bone broth. Loose, unpackaged shiitake, portobello and oyster mushrooms also contain helpful nutrients like vitamin D, she notes.

Fernandez adds that regular physical activity also can help you fight the effects of colds and flu. “Exercise is a positive stress on the body,” she says.

“It may help you recover from symptoms faster. It’s important to remember that your health and habits are deeply interconnected. Factors like exercise, nutrition and sleep all have an effect on your immune response.”

DO SUPPLEMENTS HELP? Dr. Matt Smith, owner of Thrive for Life Chiropractic, says some nutraceutical supplements contain herbal ingredients that may help support the immune system in times of cold and flu. “Echinacea can help activate white blood cell production and block viral receptor sites on cells,” he says. “Astragalus root extract and elderberry also can help the body's immune response.” He adds that it's important to seek advice from your health care provider before taking any supplements.

STAY AWAY, FLU!

Here are some helpful ideas to reduce your risk of getting sick :

GET A FLU SHOT. Each year, the vaccine is tailored to combat strains of flu virus expected to affect your region. It’s your best first line of defense.

EAT A BALANCED DIET. Fresh, nutritious fruits and vegetables and other healthful foods can help strengthen your immune system.

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Again, KEEP THOSE HANDS CLEAN. Stash small bottles of hand sanitizer in your car, office and handbag.

COVER YOUR NOSE AND MOUTH when you sneeze or cough.

Experts recommend covering up with a tissue or tucking your face 2

GET ENOUGH REST. Everyone is different, but sleeping 7 to 8 hours a night is considered best.

EXERCISE REGULARLY. Healthy physical activity can boost your immunity, too.

KEEP YOUR HANDS CLEAN. Wash them thoroughly with soap and water, especially after touching common surfaces like doorknobs, and keep hand sanitizer nearby.

Smith says long-term mental stress plays a role in immunity, too.

“Short-term stress is protective of the body because it increases the immune response, but prolonged stress has the opposite effect,” he notes.

“In the long term, blood cells that fight off infection tend to decrease.”

Exercise, plenty of sleep, meditation, and the services of a chiropractor, functional medicine specialist, massage therapist or acupuncturist can be beneficial, he says.

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DON’T TOUCH YOUR FACE. Rubbing your eyes or putting your fingers in your mouth gives germs an entryway into your body.

into your arm to minimize the spray of germs.

STAY HOME IF YOU FEEL SICK. Once your temperature has been normal for 24 hours without feverreducing medicine, it's likely OK to return to work or school.

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KEEP SURFACES CLEAN. Use disinfectant wipes on countertops, gym equipment, airline tray tables and other common areas.

GO SOLO. It's a good idea to minimize the spread of germs by limiting contact with others.

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SEE YOUR DOCTOR to prevent further problems. Flu can lead to complications like pneumonia and sepsis, which are no laughing matter for you or those around you.

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» insights into

» hope for eye cancer

brain development

Researchers at WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE have developed a new technique to analyze overlooked data from MRI scans, revealing which brain cells have been lost through injury or disease. Most researchers studying brain function only are interested in seeing how the MRI signal changes when a person performs a task, and they discard parts of the signal that hold steady. By analyzing the background data, the research team discovered a signal called R2t* that remains largely unchanged but varies across parts of the brain. By determining which genes were more active when the signal was strong, they found that it reflected the different kinds and numbers of brain cells and the extent of connections between them. An MRI scan using this analysis technique can provide information about how densely packed and interconnected neurons are in any part of the brain. The findings are published online in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and may lead to new, simpler ways to diagnosis brain conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and a better understanding of how a healthy brain develops.

A compound present in the primrose family of plants, FR900359, exploits a newly identified weakness in cancer of the eye. According to a study published in Science, it shuts down the overactive signaling that drives tumor growth. Uveal, or ocular, melanoma is caused by genetic errors in proteins called G alpha q. In its active state, the protein is bound to another molecule that keeps it turned on. Researchers at Washington University suggested splitting G alpha q from the molecule that keeps it active. The separation happens naturally at a low rate, but a drug could trap the protein in its inactive state and shut down the cancer-causing signaling cascade. The team found that FR900359 binds to the protein and keeps it deactivated. In labgrown cells, the plant compound shut down cancerous cells’ growth and appeared to revert a subset of them to a state resembling normal. The next step is testing whether FR900359 can treat uveal melanoma in mice.

» nerve regeneration

Peripheral nerve damage can cause numbness, tingling and weakness in people’s hands, arms or legs, and doctors can do little to help speed up the months-long recovery.

Researchers at Washington School of Medicine and Northwestern University have developed an implantable, biodegradable device that delivers regular pulses of electricity to damaged peripheral nerves. In severe cases of such nerve damage, surgery may be required, and it is standard practice to administer electrical stimulation to injured nerves during the procedure to aid recovery. “We know that electrical stimulation during surgery helps, but once the surgery is over, the window for intervening is closed,” says co-senior author Dr. Wilson Ray. “With this device, we’ve shown that electrical stimulation given on a scheduled basis can further enhance nerve recovery.”

The device wraps around an injured nerve and delivers electrical pulses for days, then harmlessly degrades in the body. During testing with rats, it helped the animals regrow nerves in their legs and recover nerve function and muscle strength more quickly. The study is published in Nature Medicine. &

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YOUR FAMILY YOUR SPORT YOUR COURT

Celebrate the holidays with a Sport Court game court in your backyard Call Sport Court St. Louis today for a free backyard consultation with a Certified Court Builderâ„¢.

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THU REIN OO OF THE CROSSING

APRONOMICS

by alexa beattie | photos by bill barrett THE CROSSING’S EXECUTIVE CHEF, Thu Rein Oo, has come a very long

way. Eleven years ago, he arrived in the U.S. as a refugee from Malaysia, and shortly after that, he was washing dishes for a living. “I had nothing and I knew nothing,” says Oo, 30, who has headed the kitchen at the popular Clayton restaurant for the past year.

Oo is originally from Burma and although he grew up watching his mother and grandmother cook, he says Burmese food is very different from the food he prepares at The Crossing, which specializes in high-end French and Italian cuisine. “I never had seen Italian or French food before, and I really didn’t like it,” he confesses. “Too much wine!”

He washed dishes for two years but was always watching from the sidelines.

“I was intrigued; the dishes the chefs prepared were so pretty, so fancy-looking,” he says. “I wanted to have a go at it myself.” So, on less busy days, he helped out at the salad station, chopping and tossing and learning his way around dressings, the delicate balance of oils and acids. From there, he made his way to fish, and gradually caught the attention of The Crossing’s owner, Jim Fiala.

“Jimmy said I was smart and learning quickly,” Oo remembers. “He let me do more around the kitchen, and eventually I was promoted to sous chef.”

By tasting the food he was helping to prepare, Oo grew to like it and became more adventurous with cuisine that until then had seemed foreign to him.

“I started to have my own ideas about it—what tasted good, what went well with what,” he says.

After four years as sous chef, Oo became executive chef, and just this year he was named champion of the Taste of St. Louis Chef Battle Royale. His winning dish was monkfish cooked in coconut milk with basil, a dash of beer and a pinch of saffron for color.

Now, as head of the kitchen at The Crossing, this young chef knows the sky is the limit for his future. He changes the menu three times a week and comes up with daily specials to delight diners. The restaurant’s Grand Tasting Menu is an eight-course feast paired with wine and can be ordered any day of the week.

“I still have never been to France or Italy, but I hope to go one day,” Oo says.

“Until then, I guess I’ll just keep doing my own thing!”

stuffed calamari » 2 lbs. calamari 1⁄2 c carrots, diced very small 1⁄4 c shallots, diced very small 1⁄2 c Brussels sprouts, chopped small 1⁄2 c fresh gulf shrimp, chopped small 1 T oyster sauce directions: ▶ Poach whole calamari for 1 minute in peppercorns, Old Bay seasoning, cinnamon and salt mixture. Take out and put in ice bath. ▶ Sauté the carrots, shallots,

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2 oz. butter 1 T extra virgin olive oil 1 c eggplant, peeled and diced 1 tsp lemon juice and zest for garnish Peppercorns, Old Bay seasoning, cinnamon and salt for poaching Pickled sweet red and yellow peppers

Brussels sprouts, shrimp and oyster sauce until softened. ▶ Using a funnel, stuff the

calamari with the vegetables. Pan sear in butter and oil and a little rosemary. Finish with lemon juice.

garnish if needed: Red pepper purée Lemon zest oyster sauce microgreens

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Breakfastand-lunch spot Egg is about to hatch a new location. Egg @ Midtown is expected to open sometime this spring at 3100 Locust Ave. Owner Lassaad Jeliti says the new restaurant will be small and will have patio seating. Its menu will reflect that of the original location, but small plates are possible, too. … Clayton’s Parigi Restaurant has closed. Owned by Ben Poremba (who also owns Elaia, Olio, Nixta and The Benevolent King), the eatery was on the ground floor of the high-rise building at 8025 Bonhomme Ave. It opened in February 2016.

THE BEE’S KNEES

The Preston restaurant inside the Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel has transformed its menu for fall and gone green. First, the menu: What used to be small, shareable plates are now full-size entrees. New dishes include a fall panzanella salad and steak frites with tarragon aioli and whiskey-peppercorn sauce. Now for the green: The hotel has updated its menus to be more sustainable.

It installed rooftop hives to accommodate about 80,000 honeybees, and the kitchen has a micro-greenery that grows basil, mustard, arugula and other herbs and vegetables used at The Preston and Chase Club.

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-Keeping ful! it flavor SALT OF THE EARTH

Award-winning pastry chef Nathaniel Reid of the bakery by the same name has launched a new line of gourmet salts.

The products come in three main flavors and are sold in two-ounce jars. Flavors include Kalamata Olive and Rosemary Sea Salt, Chocolate Sel Gris, and Chili and Coriander. Each jar is $9.

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Fields Foods is sprouting quickly around town, with three new stores opening within about six months. The local grocery chain will open its latest fresh-foods store this winter in the Central West End, at 625 N. Euclid Ave. The space will be more than 8,000 square feet and occupy the ground floor of the Lofts@Euclid.

Around the same time, another Fields is set to open, this one downtown at 18th Street and Washington Avenue, followed in the spring by a new Dogtown store. Owner Chris Goodson says he has been encouraged by the success of his first store on Lafayette Avenue.

MOVING ON Red Oak Biscuits is on the move. The downtown restaurant is heading from Washington Ave. to a new location on Cherokee Street, and owner Derek Schulze plans to open two more dining concepts next year.

Red Oak’s new digs are at 2926 Cherokee, the former location of The Blue Pearl.

The restaurant is expected to close in its old spot on Nov. 12 and reopen in the new space just a few days later.

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WINE WISDOM 〉〉 Thanksgiving is around the corner, and most of us will sit down with friends and family to stuff ourselves until we can hardly walk. With the plethora of food available, wine should have a place at the table, too! Here are my top picks for turkey day.

1. Champagne is a great selection to kick off the holiday, and it’s perfect with any snacks you enjoy while waiting for the turkey to cook. If you don’t want to break the bank, Cremant de Alsace is a good choice. Lucien Albrecht is a wonderful producer of sparkling wine that can be found at almost any reputable wine shop. His sparkling rosé also is incredible and pairs well with main courses.

(If you are still undecided, go for an inexpensive bottle of prosecco.)

2. Riesling is another top choice for the season. High in acidity like champagne, this white wine gets your mouth watering and ready for food. I would go for sweeter varieties; dry ones may fall flat with Thanksgiving food, so avoid Australian and Rheingau selections.

Any choice from the Mosel region should work just fine. These typically have residual sugar, which means the wine is sweet or semi-sweet, and that’s what you want with dishes like turkey and cranberry sauce. A less expensive alternative to German rieslings is Chateau Ste. Michelle from Washington state.

3. Beaujolais plays well with glazed baked ham, and it won’t overpower the white meat on the table. It is made from the Gamay grape grown in southern Burgundy. For Thanksgiving, you want a Beaujolais Nouveau, a fruity and non-tannic style of wine. Pick up recent vintages at your local wine shop or grocery store.

4. Zinfandel is another great option for the Thanksgiving table.

It’s a fruit-forward red wine with berries on the nose and palate.

Zinfandel grapes are picked when some are ripe or overripe and some are not; this gives the wine a touch of sweetness that goes well with Thanksgiving dishes. Look for selections from the Lodi region of California.

5. Dessert wine is a no-brainer with so many treats being passed around. Whether you choose Sauternes, Port, Tokaji, Vin Santo or Icewine, your guests will enjoy these luscious beverages with their pie and cookies. Make sure the wine is sweeter than the dessert itself.

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Israel hits bottom in 1991 and is forced to sell a cherished note from Katharine Hepburn. Then, she finds old letters by actress Fanny Brice in a library book and sells them as well. When Israel sees there is a market for such things, she trains herself to forge pieces from other late notables and recruits an old friend, Jack Hock (Richard E. Grant), to help unload them on unwitting dealers. She gains confidence and satisfaction from the fact that her forgeries are so clever. “I was a better Dorothy Parker than Dorothy Parker was,” she later claims upon deciding to write a book about her charade.

I was intrigued watching Israel’s lack of remorse as she repeatedly dupes kind people, including Anna (Dolly Wells), a trusting bookshop owner. It’s also interesting to see how eagerly dealers believe in Israel’s fakes and come up with collectors to buy them without any vetting. You can guess what happens next and likely will find yourself cringing a bit as the other shoe drops.

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No, but I did laugh, which is sometimes just what you need from a TV series. Good news—it manages to offend everyone, so we all can be outraged together.

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5 | CITY OF CLAYTON Be sure to mark your calendar for Black Friday, Nov. 23, and Small Business Saturday, Nov. 24. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days, enjoy the shopping events of the year in Clayton!

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NEW LISTINGS 12960 THORNHILL DRIVE | $1,599,000 Beautiful English Country estate w/ 6900 totalSF of living space on 1-acre. Main flr master suite, finished LL, 4-car garage.

1834 DOUGHERTY ESTATES | $459,000 Beautifully updated, move-in ready!

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7800 STANFORD AVENUE | $349,000 Charming 3 bed, 2.5 bath home in desirable U-City location. Newer kitchen, charming architectural & private patio w/deck.

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CLAYTON/RICHMOND HEIGHTS $ 7704 COUNTRY CLUB CT. | $519,000 Captivating 3 bed, 2 bath home in ought-after Country Club. Short walk to downtown Clayton!

HUNTLEIGH 2 RADNOR ROAD | $2,100,000 Elegant custom-built 1.5-story home on 3 acres w/ extensive details throughout.

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4 COUNTRY FAIR | $455,000 Charming home w/ 3,000SF of total living space in Ladue Schools. Finished LL, 2-car garage.

196 RIVER BEND DRIVE | $299,999 Updated home on over .5 acre features main level living w/ open flr plan 2-car garage.

ARNOLD $ 2856 FOX MEADOW | $269,900 2-story home w/ 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, kitchen with breakfast area & finished LL.

WILDWOOD/ELLISVILLE 3660 BOUQUET | $5,900,000 Exquisite Equestrian Estate nestled on 70+ rolling acres. Elegant yet functional describe this quiet retreat.

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sam hall warner hall group of dielmann sotheby’s international realty ACCORDING TO AGENT Sam Hall, St. Louis

What areas of town do you see attracting young families the most?

For the last decade, Clayton has been a central focus. It’s where a lot of baby boomers are living, and their younger relatives want to be around the fringes of that area. These young families look for walkable neighborhoods in University City, Maplewood, Richmond Heights, and some of the more affordable neighborhoods in Ladue.

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What are the disadvantages of a ‘for sale by owner’ transaction?

In our market, there are a couple of options for ‘FSBO’ sellers. Some opt to simply have an agent put a home on the Multiple Listing Service for a small fee; others choose services that include the MLS listing plus digital marketing for a larger fee.

The bottom line is, you hire an agent for his or her expertise in understanding the area, marketing a property and negotiating a contract. ‘FSBO’ sellers don’t have an advocate on their side. They may overestimate a home’s value, making it difficult to sell, or they may underestimate it, resulting in a quick sale that is a poor reflection of the property’s real value. Like any business transaction, a home sale can be messy if you don’t use the services of an experienced professional.

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neighborhoods that embrace walkability and convenience are at the top of local home buyers’ must-have lists. Clients want to live and raise families in bustling, active communities like Clayton and Kirkwood, and the advice of an experienced agent is the key to achieving that dream, he says.

What would be your favorite place to live in St. Louis?

A neighborhood within a mile of Forest Park.

I live very close to it now, in the Hi Pointe-DeMun area. We have a lovely home and the kids can walk to school and the park easily. I used to live in a great Central West End home that I restored, and I would love to return to that neighborhood as well. Portland, Westmoreland and Pershing are some of my ‘goal streets’–the homes there are one-of-a-kind.

What is the biggest hurdle you’ve had to overcome in your career?

In real estate, setting personal boundaries and carving out time for yourself are the biggest obstacles. When I was single, I used to just go unplug in places where my phone wouldn’t ring!

I still do that; I’m taking a trip to South America soon. But I’ve also learned to do a better job of setting aside personal time at home. I love doing things like walking the kids to school.

What is the most expensive home you’ve sold?

I always say that the most important home is the one I’m working on today! I did sell a home that listed at $3,250,000. This year has been interesting, in fact, with some unusually high-dollar sales. The high-end listing pool in St. Louis usually is pretty small, unlike markets on the coasts where one deal easily can total many millions.

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I would like to upgrade the landscaping of my 1.5-story, Colonialstyle home. I don’t know if I should modify what is already there or start from scratch. What do you think?

Sincerely, —SHOULD I START OVER?

DEAR SHOULD I START OVER,

You have a good foundation for your landscaping, but your yard, street and driveway don’t allow for many alternative arrangements. Happily, the current landscaping doesn’t hide or overwhelm the house and just needs some colorful additions.

You will notice first that the planting beds close to the house now feature a line of begonias to add a jolt of color that ties the street view together. New ornamental grasses also fill the gaps between established plants.

The same approach is used at the mailbox. New, colorful flowers and ground cover make a bold statement around the existing boulder composition.

These changes underscore the casual charm of the house without your having to start over.

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THE TREASURE ▶ Sterling silver perfume ring THE STORY ▶ This was my great-grandmother’s ring. Her name

was Catherine Mercadal, and we called her Mamadear. Back in the day, she wore it on her pinky with a cotton ball of perfume in the hollow section. When a man kissed her hand, he got a whiff of a beautiful fragrance. I recently had Huffords Jewelry resize it for my right ring finger, and I treasure it. I also place a cotton ball with my favorite perfume in it!

WHAT THE PROFESSIONALS SAY ▶ This ring features a

round orb setting that is hollow with a repository for a small piece of material (cotton or the like) for a woman to dab perfume onto and then place in the ring to wear. Though these aren’t produced in

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large numbers any longer (and certainly not in sterling silver), many collectors do like them and are willing to purchase them at antique shops for a decent price.

THE VALUE ▶ Approximate retail value at a jewelry shop is $150 to $250.

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2274 Kittridge Court | $317,000 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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5626 Holly Hills Ave. | $162,000 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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2100 Saddlebred Court | $690,000 | Pr/SqFt: $181.58 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agents: Mark and Neil Gellman

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619 Kehrs Mill Road | $640,000 | Pr/SqFt: $167.32 Janet McAfee Real Estate | Agent: Christine Thompson

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426 Tuxedo Blvd. | $500,000 | Pr/SqFt: $210.44 Keller Williams Realty St. Louis | Agent: Judd Fuhr

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304 Geyer Forest Drive | $494,000 | Pr/SqFt: $219.07 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agent: Karen Hoemeke

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905 Fairlynn Court | $550,000 | Pr/SqFt: $201.69 Re/Max Select | Agent: Peter Lu

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7147 Princeton Ave. | $465,000 | Pr/SqFt: $194.72 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty Agent: J. Warner and Sam Hall

1434 Fairbrook Drive | $655,000 | Pr/SqFt: $157.45 RedKey Realty Leaders | Agent: Linda Robben

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15 York Drive | $695,000 | Pr/SqFt: $184.11 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate Agent: Jean Dolan

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Beautifully appointed Georgian Colonial with outdoor vaulted room boasting a see-through fireplace. The home overlooks lush landscaping and additional patios on this 4-acre Ladue estate.

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Elegant living is defined in this light-filled living room with beautiful archways, millwork and painted silk wallpaper. Three French doors lead to an open-air porch overlooking the pool and patio.

With a homeowner’s kitchen and catering kitchen side by side, this architectural gem would be the perfect spot for a wine tasting or a cooking class with friends!

The heart of this home is a spacious family room that creates a light, open feeling and integrates plenty of comfortable living space next to the kitchen and informal dining area.

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8141 KINGSBURY BLVD. | $1,399,000

43 AUBURNDALE DRIVE | $1,295,000

41 LAKE FOREST DRIVE | $1,150,000

This sleek and modern kitchen has granite countertops, a custom glass backsplash, Jenn-Air appliances and an adjoining butler’s pantry. A cook’s dream!

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The grand entry with sweeping staircase welcomes your guests, then graciously flows into the formal living room and dining room.

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This gorgeous gourmet kitchen, renovated in 2015, features high-end appliances from Wolf and Sub-Zero; granite counters; beautiful custom cherry wood cabinetry including 42-inch wall cabinets with crown molding; and a large center island with built-in seating area.

The gorgeous family room has box beam ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace with windows overlooking your own private backyard oasis. This updated home has great flow for entertaining and everyday family living.

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