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11-6 into the woods »

Graphic designer Jon Fogel and his family enjoyed a beautiful fall day at one of our local treasures, Castlewood State Park.

—JON FOGEL

10 40 11-7 tech time »

Senior advertising executive Wendy Jablonow attended the opening celebration of Sherpa, a local tech company launched by David Smith and Alexandra Fisher as a resource for senior housing communities.

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THE INSIDER COVER STORY – Independence Center TALK OF THE TOWNS PARENT TRAP – Sibling Rivalry: It’s Not Your Business!

—WENDY JABLONOW

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CONNECTING FOR A CAUSE REACHING OUT – Dick Corbet of VOYCE COVER STORY – Gene Slay’s Girls & Boys Club CHARITY WISH LIST SAVE THE DATE HAPPENINGS

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22 SNAPPED! Pediatric Orthopedic Project 23 Ladue Garden Club 24 Sign of the Arrow SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital

style » 25 FASHION – Baby It’s Cold Outside!

34 HOLIDAY EVENTS LISTING 40 SPECIAL FEATURE – Holiday Stocking Stuffers

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Delicious is the only way to describe Cielo restaurant’s annual media Thanksgiving luncheon.

T&S’s Dorothy Weiner and Alexa Beattie feasted on turkey and all the trimmings, created by the first-rate Four Seasons restaurant team.

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patty unleashed PATTY HANNUM

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from the editor's desk Coats. That’s the subject of our fashion spread this issue.

And while fashion may seem like a frivolous topic amid the uncertainties of a change in presidents, daily routines must go on—and fashion is part of ours. Anyway, a little fashion diversion might help people slip back into their daily grooves, and out of the political doldrums. After all, shopping is the ultimate Band-Aid—whether you’re a buyer or a voyeur; that’s why they call it retail therapy. And right before holiday time, it makes sense to be deliberating about what you’ll wear on top of all those outfits painstakingly selected for the fun ahead.

But, as with so many things, there is a bump in the road.

A vest made of knitted rabbit hair or a thin paisley coat may warm your cockles (whatever those are), but probably not your body. That is the dilemma one runs into in the real world of coat shopping. There are stunning options out there, but this is St. Louis. We can have 70 degrees in November, but we also can have 40 degrees the next day. Especially at night, when you reach for that beautiful coat you bought for holiday parties— the one that has no button at the neck, happens to be collarless, or is made of poorly insulated faux fur. Erg! So, as with elections, you’re faced with choices and you just have to do the best you can given the realities of the situation.

Should you choose comfort or beauty? It brings to mind the Rolling Stones lyrics, You can’t always get what you want. But if you try, sometimes you get what you need. Let’s hope so.

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PATTY d e h s a e unl

BY PATTY HANNUM

I VOTED EARLY since I was out of town on Nov. 8, so

for me the election has been over for a few weeks. For most, it has just been a week, and we are all still suffering from post-traumatic election disorder (PTED). There were several early telltale signs that this would happen.

First, my neighborhood is usually full of signs supporting political candidates, both Democrats and Republicans. This year, I saw exactly two signs. That’s it.

No one was willing to be identified by the candidate they supported. Second, I usually display a car magnet with my favorite candidate—not a chance this year. Since my car is leased, I couldn’t take the risk it would be keyed.

That said, I can’t tell you how many times I rolled up to a car that displayed a sticker of someone I didn’t support and I wanted to stop them and explain why they were oh so wrong.

And finally, in prior years, when friends and family disagreed with me, I distinctly remember enjoying the back and forth of debate, the give and take, the exchange of ideas. I didn’t question their sanity, and I don’t think they questioned mine. This year, it was quite clear to me who was sane and who wasn’t. But it’s time to put all that behind us. To help us ‘heal’ from our PTED, I would suggest the following:

A glimpse at what’s going on around St. Louis and beyond.

by dorothy weiner

You may have missed the boat for this Halloween, but any time is a good time to get your kids a book about St. Louis. Local author CAROLYN MUELLER recently published Saint Louis Boo! about haunted houses in the Gateway City. Illustrators are Chris Sharp and Chris Grant.

SAMUEL ACHIFELU, PH.D., a scientist at W.U. School of Medicine, has been named the first recipient of a Breast Cancer Research

Program Distinguished Investigator Award from the U.S. Department of Defense.

It comes with a $4.5 million grant to support his research on using light to activate drugs and the immune system as a more effective way to treat breast cancer.

WORDS WE SHOULD NO LONGER USE: Strongman, demagogue, liberal, apocalyptic, atl-right, nasty, prison, red, blue or purple state and, last but not least, orange.

WORDS WE SHOULD START USING: Transition, republic, constitution, bipartisan, unify, balanced, one nation and, of course, puppies.

THINGS WE CAN STOP READING: Huffington Post, Politico, Drudge Report, Breitbart and any Facebook posting related to the election.

THINGS WE CAN START READING: Pick out a book, any book, as long as it’s fiction! Support your local bookstore.

THINGS WE NEED TO STOP WATCHING: MSNBC, FOX News and all political news shows on Sunday mornings.

THINGS WE SHOULD WATCH: Gilmore Girls (Netflix), 90 Day Fiancé (TLC), This is Us (NBC), Speechless (ABC) SONG WE OUGHT TO SING: Todd Rundgren‘s Can We Still Be Friends? For those of you not familiar with this classic, here are some of the lyrics: We can’t play this game anymore, but can we still be friends? Things just can’t go on like before. Can we still be friends? I won’t list all the lyrics but just one last line, which sums it all up: We’ve been through hell together.

REACHING OUT: We will meet those we’ve avoided for coffee. We will talk about our families, careers and the upcoming holidays. If your candidate won the election, you have to make the first phone call.

One more thing: During 2017, I am going to try new things and include them in this column. If you hear about a new fitness class, beauty treatment or some other interesting practice, email me suggestions!

CONTACT PATTY AT PHANNUM@TOWNANDSTYLE.COM.

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Bravo to ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR FOUNDATION for its recent $60 million donation to fight hunger here and around the globe. The pledge is in celebration of the company's 60th anniversary and will benefit the areas where Enterprise does business, from St. Louis to France.

Congratulations to DR. UJJWAL RAMTEKKAR, child psychiatrist with Compass Health, on being named recipient of the 2016 National Association

of Mental Illness Exemplary Psychiatrist award. Dr. Ramtekkar

serves on the boards of NAMI, Provident and Our Little Haven.

Countertenor TERRY BARBER has a new album up for six Grammys. Christmas Presence, a collection of holiday music, is being considered in the same category with work from Barbra Streisand and Josh Groban. Barber, a former member of the well-known a cappela group Chanticleer, also founded Artists for a Cause. The nonprofit supports artists who serve community needs and recently opened its second office in St. Louis' .ZACK Arts Incubator.

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illness are helped on the road to independent living. The nonprofit was founded in 1981 and follows a ‘clubhouse model.’ This model adheres to the idea that all people need to feel connected and wanted, and need to lead productive lives.

“How a person spends his or her day is extremely important and helps define their relationship to the rest of the world,” says executive director Michael Keller, who has headed the community center on Forest Park Avenue for the past 12 years. A basic building block of the clubhouse philosophy is the work-ordered day, which means that the daily structure mirrors a workplace.

Here, members help prepare meals, give tours and teach classes; they work together toward the common good. “Independence Center is a place of participation and membership, where everyone helps out and feels needed,” Keller explains. Not only does this give members a sense of purpose, he says, but it prepares them for future employment.

This is important for the folks at Independence Center. A life with recurring mental illness can undermine a sense of self and isolate a person. “How do you hold down a job when you are hearing voices in your head?” Keller asks, adding that an essential component of Independent Center’s support is helping people manage their medication effectively and lead healthy lives. Physical wellbeing often is compromised in this population, Keller explains, citing particularly high rates of Type II diabetes and smoking. “Because of certain psychiatric medications, it’s not uncommon for someone to gain 60 pounds in three months,” he says. And according to the CDC, Americans with mental illness have a 70 percent greater likelihood of smoking than the general population.

“When we talk about our wellness program, we’re talking about life and death,” he says. Wellness classes at the Forest Park Avenue site address smoking cessation, drug alternatives and weight loss. Exercise opportunities include yoga, weight training, dance, and walking and biking groups.

In collaboration with Barnes-Jewish Hospital and the BJC HealthCare system, a satellite office on Laclede Avenue provides clinical and case management services.

The nonprofit also offers employment and education programs, along with affordable housing in nearby efficiency units. It currently serves around 1,500 individuals each year and, on average, Keller says, 200 members pass through its doors daily. “They might come to work, to attend a class, to have a meal, or simply to see friends and feel like they belong,” he says. Independence Center serves three meals a day at a minimal charge.

To help make all these services possible, the center hosts its annual gala fundraiser, Dancing with the St. Louis Stars, Jan. 28, 2017, at The Ritz-Carlton. “It really is a star-studded event,” says development director Jamie Clark. “A lot of community leaders are dancing with all their heart and soul for the lives of our members.” This year, Brittny Adams, an Independence Center member, will participate as a dancer, representing the nearly 1,500 people living with mental illness who seek recovery there every year.

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[ TALKOF THETOWNS ] by bill beggs jr.

Ready to climb the walls? Well, now you can, in Chesterfield, at the third area Upper Limits Rock Gym. These ain’t El Capitan or those other imposing rock faces in Yosemite, folks, and rocks can be, like, dull. They also can reach hundreds or thousands of feet toward the sky, as in scary. But not here. Upper Limits features colorful Wacky Walls, a 30-foot continuous climbing wall, a sunken ‘bouldering’ pit (no snakes), climbing training areas … all in all, about 10,000 square feet of climbing space with footholds and handholds of various shapes and colors. Themed walls include a beanstalk, brickfaced building and spider web. Black lights and disco lights are installed throughout for after-hours, glowin-the-dark public and private events. There’s a party room and a pro shop. Upper Limits offers a range of climbing classes for beginners, advanced climbers and families, as well as private lessons, outdoor climbing opportunities and a portable climbing wall for off-site events. And if rock climbing isn’t enough of a workout itself, there’s also a dedicated workout area. This novel attraction has three locales: Chesterfield, Maryland Heights and downtown. The Chesterfield climbing center celebrated its grand opening over Veterans Day weekend. Climbing is gaining in popularity. Says who? The International Olympic Committee (IOC), that’s who. The sport is slated for the 2020 games. If you’re curious about what competitive climbing looks like, Upper Limits in Maryland Heights will host more than 150 climbers for the USA Climbing Midwest Region competition Dec. 10!

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What’s all the brouhaha about this new brew, Griesedieck Brothers?

It’s been back for a while, and had been brewed here for a long time before and after Prohibition. Whenever St. Louisans watched the Cardinals at Sportsman’s Park, many drank the beer they served up there: Griesedieck Bros. The brewery sponsored the Redbirds until some other German brewing dynasty took over in 1953. Harry Caray had touted it on the radio.

And then it went away again ST. LOUIS in the 1950s. But the foamy concoction is here again. One has only to spy the sign painted on the east brick wall of Pat’s Tavern at Tamm and Oakland avenues in Dogtown: ‘Griesedieck Bros.: No Finer Beer in All the World.’ The venerable corner watering hole has it ‘on draught,’ as the sign advertises. (There’s still a neon sign out front that advertises a former king of beers that’s now an InBev product.) Griesedieck Bros.—once produced on the south side of town near a couple of other breweries, one still producing robustly (A-B) and the other (Lemp) long gone—was probably on the shelves at 905 Stores, which opened in St. Louis right after Prohibition was repealed. But the beer was bought by Falstaff in the 1950s. The current iteration has been produced since 1992 by Ray Griesedieck, joined later by his twin sons Bob and John, and while it may not enjoy the name recognition of Schlafly, it’s been doing just fine, thank you. After years of being produced out of town, plans are to make it right here in the StL in 2017. Again.

For the time being, shoppers can find the current version in area supermarkets, and beer aficionados can enjoy it at Pat’s and elsewhere. The Griesedieck Bros. sign looks as though it could have been painted yesterday. In contrast, a Falstaff sign painted on a brick wall at Arsenal and Macklind on The Hill is faded and peeling. Beers come and go, but some do make it back eventually. (Full disclosure: I haven’t had a beer in quite some time, so I just hadn’t been paying attention.)

One in six. That’s how many kids in this country are hungry. Globally, one in nine people don’t get enough food to be healthy and lead an active life, and here in the States, seniors are the fastest growing segment of the population. One in 11 seniors are at risk of hunger, often finding themselves choosing between food and other basic needs. Enterprise RentA-Car Foundation aims to help change that through a $60 million donation to mark the rental car company’s 60th anniversary. Over the next six years, $10 million will be distributed annually as follows: • $5 million to local food banks and pantries in communities served by Enterprise • $2.5 million to Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger-relief and food rescue charity, earmarked to fight hunger among seniors and children • $1.5 million to Food Banks Canada to support operations and infrastructure in food banks across Canada • $1 million to The Global Food Banking Network to expand the work of food banks around the world, especially in the U.K., Ireland, France, Germany and Spain on behalf of company-owned operations in those countries Checks began arriving at more than 365 local food banks and food pantries across North America in the last few weeks. Apparently, Enterprise goes big on anniversaries. In 2006, the foundation marked the company’s 50th anniversary with the 50 Million Tree Pledge—a commitment to plant a million trees each year on public lands. Wonder what might be in store when Enterprise becomes a centenarian?

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Rise and It’s been seven years since some old coot offered you a shopping cart at the Walmart in Town & Country, because that’s how long it’s been vacant. And there won’t be shopping carts racing around in the 50,000-squarefoot space come next spring, but rather go-karts. Yeppers, a cool $3 million will be invested to transform this white elephant into the Amp Up Action Park, which will include laser tag and an aerial ropes course. As we speak, city officials are reviewing construction plans for the park that’s slated to open in Manchester Meadows shopping center at 13901 Manchester Road. Where else would teens and millennials go for this type of entertainment? Crestwood for the karting? St. Charles for the laser tag? Illinois for ‘adult’ entertainment? (OK, that may be one too many.)

Amp Up already has a neighbor: Last month, At Home—a housewares, garden and furniture ‘superstore’—opened in another part of the former Walmart building. Interesting juxtaposition. At least it’s not a china shop. To be fair, gokarts aren’t bulls, either. And there are walls.

Riley Bettman, 12, of Frontenac, was too young to vote last week. His citizenship also was in question— he was found wandering a country road in Arkansas when he was very young, but no one could tell you with certainty where he was born. Our painstaking research determined that he is not even a member of the right species for our political process at all. Regardless of what Fox or MSNBC might tell you, this is incontrovertible. Whenever you talk to him about what he intends to do next, he just tilts his head to one side and starts yapping and cannot be silenced until you give him a treat. Some might say he’s a doppelganger for the man who became president, what with the combover and solid red tie, as pictured. Nagging questions remain about his temperament and age. In dog years, he’s 84. And no one knows where he’s going to go whenever he’s off the leash, even though his chief handler, Maureen Bettman, is more than twice his size. Now, back to the real world: All of us here at T&S wish for the best in this, the aftermath of the most troubling election cycle in recent memory. But through the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air … our flag, God willing, will still be there. May the Great Spirit always bless America.

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4 | Put Them in the Same Boat: Let them know you no longer care who started it or who is in the wrong. Your only reason for getting involved is to see if you can support them in resolving their spat peacefully. This maneuver prevents many of their fights, which often are instigated to get their compatriot in hot water.

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Parenting with the above intentions and practices will result in your children taking full responsibility for their relationship with each other, resolving conflicts and getting their needs met. The bonus for you is less aggravation, less feeling drained, and more time and energy for fun and connecting with them.

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by karyn williams Q| HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A VOLUNTEER? A| Since last July.

Q| WHAT MADE YOU INTERESTED IN THIS PARTICULAR CAUSE? A| My wife and I used to take Communion to shut-ins for more than 15 years, so we were familiar with various nursing homes in the area. She came down with ALS awhile back, and I took care of her 24/7. I put off a knee and hip replacement during this time, and when I finally had the surgeries, I was living by myself and had to do rehab in the Bethesda Meadow nursing home. I really bonded with the physical therapists there. I started volunteering at their church services on Saturday mornings and then saw an ad for VOYCE in a newsletter.

I thought I needed to take my commitment up a notch. I knew how to take care of senior citizens and had been on the other side of the bed for a long time. I knew what it was like being bound into half a room, so I got involved. I really fell in love with the whole system and just felt it was where I belong. My personal experiences relate to people I deal with now. The empathy was built in.

Q| WHAT KIND OF VOLUNTEER WORK ARE YOU INVOLVED WITH? A| I’m an ombudsman for VOYCE. There are 50 of us, and we are each assigned to a different nursing home or long-term care facility. I’m at Big Bend Woods in Valley Park, which has 103 beds. The challenge is to relate to each patient as an individual case study. I am their advocate. The home I’m at had not had an ombudsman for 10 years, so a lot of the residents don’t even know what it is! Their eyebrows go up a little bit when I explain that I am only there to work for them. Family problems are probably one of the most complex we deal with, and the other big issue is that out of the 22,000 residents in these facilities in the metro area, half of them have never been visited by anyone for more than five years. That’s the void we’re trying to fill. It’s sad. I always wear the same tie with hot air balloons on it so even if they forget my face, they always remember my tie. I gave residents Happy Easter/spring cards, and it brought tears to the eyes of many because no one had ever sent them a card before. I take pictures at the nursing home’s special events. I specialize in expressions, not posed photos. Big Bend Woods will bring Elvis in every now and then, and we have Santa Claus come around Christmas. I look at the pictures afterward, and these residents go back to being 5 years old! They are in a different world. A goal of mine is to make them smile. So many of them haven’t smiled in ages; there are still about a dozen I’m working on!

Q| IF YOU COULD DO ANYTHING FOR THE ORGANIZATION, WHAT WOULD IT BE? A| I wish there were more fun experiences for these residents and more visitors. I always go on

Friday afternoons because I still work full-time. Even after a really rough week, I walk in and realize my problems don’t even compare to theirs. These people will spend the rest of their lives in half of a room. Your problems go away very quickly.

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IN THE WORDS OF VOYCE: “Dick Corbet has played a crucial role as a volunteer ombudsman

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FROM LEFT: RODNEY WHITE, Nestle Purina Petcare; BARBARA WESTLAND, BJC Hospice; ELIZABETH SERGEL, Visiting Nurse Association of Greater St. Louis; MONICA CAMPBELL, Enterprise Bank & Trust; STEPHANIE ROHLFS-YOUNG, Alzheimer’s Association; LOUISE MERETHANKE, PH.D., Saint Louis University; TERRY STILT, Edward Jones. NOT PICTURED: JAMES BRASFIELD, PH.D., Webster University; KELLE BUB, AIG; TIM EFFINGER, ComForCare Home Care; LYNN POTTS, Batesville Casket Company; LAURA WASSON, Tech Electronics

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FOR THE PAST 88 YEARS, GENE SLAY’S GIRLS & BOYS CLUB (GSGBC) has served the same

area on the south side of St. Louis. While the nonprofit is a licensed child-care provider in the area, GSGBC has done more than just provide a safe haven for kids whose parents are at work. It has built a schedule for children around the center’s priorities: academics, athletics, arts, health awareness and character-building. “We are really proud to implement these programs for kids who would not otherwise get them,” says director of development Robert Puricelli. “South St. Louis is very underserved, and we are able to offer them critical tools.”

With renovations that allowed it to expand its facility to include girls this past year, the center has been able to extend its reach in the community even deeper. All children age 6 through 18 are eligible to attend as long as they are enrolled in school. A $30 fee is charged each semester, but Puricelli says no child has been turned away.

“We are deeply rooted in the athletic component,” Puricelli says. “A lot of kids want to play basketball or swim. Our facility is phenomenal, with an indoor pool, gymnasium and 6 acres out back to play soccer and flag football—whatever it takes to get them in here.”

Each student is tested to find out where they fall academically. A program then is set up to meet the tutoring needs of each child, and the success is evident. Ninety-five percent of participants advanced to the next grade level this past year.

When Ariel began literacy tutoring, she was not enthusiastic. Learning specialist Carol Mendez would have to coax her into the library, and completing her homework packet was a chore. After four days a week of GSGBC’s rigorous academic curriculum, however, Ariel is well on her way to reading at grade level. Recently, she even brought a book in from the school library that had interested her—that would not have happened even weeks earlier, according to Puricelli.

“We know the stats, and it’s scary,” Puricelli says. “If a child can read at grade level by third grade, there is a 95 percent chance they will graduate from high school.”

In the past two-plus years of its focus on strengthening the population’s academics, 87 percent of participants have completed the literacy tutoring program and increased their reading by one and a half grade levels. “We know when they can’t read, they get bored and fall behind,” Puricelli says. “They start skipping school. We understand the need where we are located, and that’s why we have to help.”

With an impressive art program and health curriculum as well, the GSGBC hopes to keep its children’s enrichment plans thriving. The center invested $300,000 in its academic program recently, and a major donor gave $100,000 to renovate the art space. As the needs of the children increase, so do the costs. To help offset the expense of current programs, the center is hosting Club Havana at the Coronado Ballroom in late January. The evening will include a variety of Cubanrelated entertainment and food. “We want to honor our students, and we want to reach out to our friends, teach people about our mission and welcome new people on board,” Puricelli says.

GENE SLAY’S GIRLS & BOYS CLUB IMPROVES THE LIVES OF AT-RISK AND UNDERSERVED YOUTH

BY EQUIPPING THEM WITH THE SKILLS THEY NEED TO MAKE GOOD CHOICES AND ACHIEVE LONG-TERM STABILITY AND SUCCESS. PICTURED ON THE COVER: BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT ANDY BLASSIE, CLUB HAVANA EVENT CHAIRS AMRIT & AMY GILL, BOARD MEMBER JOHN SONDAG AND BOARD EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT JILL SLAY GARLICH WITH CLUB MEMBERS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.655.9008 OR VISIT GSGBCSTL.ORG.

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BY MEGAN ORTIZ

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

ANNIE MALONE CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICE CENTER MISSION: To improve the quality of life for children, families, the elderly, and the community by providing social services, educational programs, advocacy, and entrepreneurship

DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF GREATER ST. LOUIS MISSION: To benefit the lives of people with Down

syndrome and their families through individual and family support, education, public awareness and advocacy

ITEMS NEEDED: Furniture (twin beds/twin bedding, couches,

ITEMS NEEDED: Preschool-size table and chairs

DROP LOCATION: 2612 Annie Malone Drive, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

DROP LOCATION: 8531 Page Ave., Ste. 120, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.;

CONTACT: Teretha Shields, 314.633.9958,

CONTACT: Jeff Bassin, 314.961.2504, jeff@dsagsl.org

nightstands, tables, lamps, etc.), toys, children’s clothing (all sizes) Monday through Friday

tshields@anniemalone.com

ANNIE’S HOPE – THE BEREAVEMENT CENTER FOR KIDS MISSION: To provide comprehensive support for children, teens and families grieving the death of someone significant

ITEMS NEEDED: Individually packaged snacks, bottled water and juice, gift cards in any amount for Target, Costco, Sam’s Club, Michaels, Hobby Lobby or Shop ‘n Save

DROP LOCATION: 1333 W. Lockwood Ave., Ste. 104, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

CONTACT: Amy Benner LaBelle, 314.965.5015

BIRTHRIGHT COUNSELING, ST. LOUIS MISSION: To provide emotional support and practical

assistance to any woman facing an unintended pregnancy (throughout her pregnancy and for as long as necessary after her baby is born). Birthright does not engage in picketing, politics or evangelizing.

ITEMS NEEDED: Diapers (newborn and size 1), sleepers (sizes 3 months and 6 months), infant board books

DROP LOCATION: 252 S. Brentwood Blvd., Ste. 102 CONTACT: Maureen Zink, 314.962.5300, mzink@birthrightstl.org

CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF MISSION: To teach children who are deaf and hard of hearing to listen, talk, read and succeed

ITEMS NEEDED: Toys for children ages birth to 3, books for

children ages birth to 3, art supplies for children ages 4 to 12

DROP LOCATION: 825 S. Taylor Ave., 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

CONTACT: Jenn Lanfer, 314.977.0132

Newborn baby items, (bibs, toys, onesies for 0-3 months) Colored markers and colored paper pick-up available

EASTERSEALS MIDWEST MISSION: To change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day

ITEMS NEEDED: New bedroom furniture: bed frames, new

mattresses and box springs, nightstands, dressers New Living room furniture: new couches and loveseats; TVs and DVD players (new or used) Kitchen wares: dining tables and chairs (small); pots and pans, dishes, glassware, flatware

DROP LOCATION: Please contact to arrange for drop off/pick up.

CONTACT: Jessa Glick, jessa.glick@esmw.org

ENDANGERED WOLF CENTER MISSION: Preserve, breed and reintroduce endangered wolves to the wild

ITEMS NEEDED: Wildlife Education Outreach vehicle,

10x10 foot pop-up tents for outreaches and events, cleaning supplies for animal keepers (bleach, latex gloves, paper towels, ‘green’ hand soap, dish soap, laundry detergent)

DROP LOCATION: 6750 Tyson Valley Road, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Saturday; pick-up available.

CONTACT: Steve Parker, 636.938.5900

FOSTER & ADOPTIVE CARE COALITION MISSION: To create permanency in every foster child’s life

by recruiting and supporting foster and adoptive families in the St. Louis metropolitan community

ITEMS NEEDED: Baby items (diapers, wipes, pull ups), sheets (twin and crib), gift cards to grocery stores

DROP LOCATION: 1750 S. Brentwood Blvd., Ste. 210, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or call for weekend/evening time

CONTACT: Debbie Genung, 314.367. 8373

FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER MISSION: To enrich the daily lives of children undergoing

treatment for, and survivors of, cancer and blood-related diseases.

ITEMS NEEDED: Family outing tickets or gift cards (movie

theaters, shows, sports, Magic House), kid and teen friendly gift cards, gas gift cards

DROP LOCATION: 530 Maryville Centre Drive, LL5, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Brandy Bimslager, 314.275.7440

GREAT CIRCLE MISSION: To provide a spectrum of behavioral health

services for children and families through specialized programs and highly trained professionals

ITEMS NEEDED: Developmental toys (new toys, please!),

gift cards (Walmart, Target, grocery stores, clothing stores, etc.), hygiene items (bath soap, shampoo/conditioner, towels/washcloths, toothbrushes/toothpaste, hair brushes, hair accessories, etc.)

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

Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Ann Rexford, 314.919.4710, ann.rexford@greatcircle.org

HARVEY KORNBLUM JEWISH FOOD PANTRY/A PROGRAM OF JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE MISSION: To serve low income residents of St. Louis County ITEMS NEEDED: Non-perishable canned food, adult diapers, feminine hygiene products

DROP LOCATION: 10601 Baur Blvd., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday (ring bell at garage door)

CONTACT: Judy Berkowitz, 314.513.1673

HAVENHOUSE ST. LOUIS MISSION: To provide the comfort of home and community of support to patients and their families traveling more than 25 miles to receive care. HavenHouse provides lodging, two meals a day, transportation to 19 St. Louis regional medical facilities, and around-the-clock support services to patients of all ages with any medical condition.

ITEMS NEEDED: New bath towels (neutral), enviro-friendly three-compartment to-go boxes, cleaning supplies (PineSol, Lysol wipes, kitchen cleaner)

DROP LOCATION: 12685 Olive Blvd., seven days a week;

please call ahead if you have multiple items to drop off.

CONTACT: Paula Kinney or Amy Schumacher, 314.434.5858

OUR LADY’S INN MISSION: Providing shelter and support services for homeless pregnant women and their children

SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY MISSION: Works toward the prevention of child abuse and

MISSION: To educate and empower seniors and their families

ITEMS NEEDED: Diapers (bigger sizes: 4,5,6), baby wipes,

ITEMS NEEDED: Travel-sized toiletries, blankets, comforters DROP LOCATION: 680 Craig Road, ste. 245, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

ITEMS NEEDED: New car seats for all ages, umbrella strollers,

neglect and provides emergency intervention, respite care and support to families in crisis

DROP LOCATION: 4223 S. Compton Ave.; 8790 Manchester

formula

women’s bathrobes (tie closure)

Road, Ste. 202; 3607 Highway D, Defiance; seven days a week during daylight hours

DROP LOCATION: 11710 Administration Drive, Ste. 18, 8:30 a.m.

CONTACT: Peggy Forrest, 314.736.1544

CONTACT: Venus Martz, 314.292.5770,

to 5 p.m.

venus@crisisnurserykids.org

NURSES FOR NEWBORNS MISSION: To provide a safety net for families most at-risk in

order to prevent infant mortality, child abuse and neglect by providing in-home nursing visits that promote healthcare, education and positive parenting skills

ITEMS NEEDED: Pack ‘n Plays—new or gently used to provide

ST. LOUIS EARTH DAY MISSION: To cultivate environmental stewardship and

engage individuals, governments, businesses, schools and the nonprofit sector in celebration, education and action to support a healthy and sustainable future.

a safe place for babies to sleep, newborn size diapers and diaper rash cream, baby wipes and baby wash

ITEMS NEEDED: Donut-shaped weight bags, cargo van,

DROP LOCATION: 7259 Lansdowne Ave., Ste. 100, 8:45 a.m. to 5

DROP LOCATION: 4125 Humphrey St., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by

CONTACT: nursesfornewborns.org, 314.544.3433 or email

CONTACT: Jen Myerscough, 314.458.5367

p.m. Monday through Friday.

Janet Leigh at janet.leigh@nursesfornewborns.org

PETER & PAUL COMMUNITY SERVICES MISSION: An ecumenical agency that provides a continuum

of housing and support services for individuals who are homeless, especially those with mental illness or HIV/AIDS.

ITEMS NEEDED: New twin-size flat and fitted sheets and blankets, new bath towels, ground coffee

DROP LOCATION: 2612 Wyoming St. CONTACT: Susan Mintz, 314.588.7111

MetroLink passes appointment

ST. LOUIS CLASSICAL GUITAR SOCIETY MISSION: To reach out to schools in underserved areas to support their new guitar programs

ITEMS NEEDED: Acoustic guitars, either classical or steelstringed

DROP LOCATION: St. Louis Classical Guitar Society, 8690 W. Kingsbury Ave., call first

CONTACT: Bill Ash, 314.569.3299 or 314.567.5566

SUNNYHILL INC.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ST. LOUIS

MISSION: Create opportunities for children and adults with

MISSION: To provide a home-away-from-home for families of

ITEMS NEEDED: Sports equipment (basketballs, volleyballs,

seriously ill children, and support to organizations that serve the needs of children

ITEMS NEEDED: Individually wrapped snack items,

developmental disabilities.

cones, bases, reversible jerseys, nets, etc. for our multipurpose building currently under construction), winter coats, toilet paper

high-efficiency laundry detergent, travel-size toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, etc.)

DROP LOCATION: 11140 S. Towne Square, Ste. 100,

DROP LOCATION: 300 Ronald McDonald House Lane, 7:30 a.m.

CONTACT: Luke Mraz, 314.845.3900

to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Matt Lauer, 314.400.4364

ST. FRANCIS COMMUNITY SERVICES

VOICES FOR CHILDREN MISSION: To advocate for abused and neglected children and

MISSION: To provide advocacy and education for the

ITEMS NEEDED: Adopt a Family program (providing a

for Target, Walmart, Walgreens and gas cards.

minimum of one new gift per family member and some additional household items. Email mrataj@ccstl.org for more information and to be matched with a family.), space heaters, gift cards for food and gasoline

DROP LOCATION: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 12 & 13 at St. Francis Community Services Southside Center, 4222 Delor St.

CONTACT: Meredith L. Rataj, mrataj@ccstl.org

about quality living across the continuum of long-term care.

Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Becky White, 314.918.8222

WINGS OF HOPE MISSION: An aviation nonprofit delivering humanitarian

programs around the globe to lift people in need toward health and self-sufficiency

ITEMS NEEDED: Gardening tools, wheelbarrows, shovels, rakes, etc.

DROP LOCATION: 18370 Wings of Hope Blvd. (Spirit of St. Louis Airport), 8 a.m. To 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Angela Walleman, 636-537- 1302

THE WOMEN’S SAFE HOUSE MISSION: To provide safe shelter and transitional living

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

ITEMS NEEDED: Commercial freezer, twin-size blankets and

comforters, women’s and children’s socks (sizes infant through adult)

DROP LOCATION: Due to confidentiality, call to schedule drop off. Best days are Monday through Friday.

CONTACT: Anne at 314.772.4535, development@twsh.org

YOUTH IN NEED MISSION: To build on the strengths of children, youth and families so they find safety, success and hope in life.

ITEMS NEEDED: Play-doh, deodorant, diapers DROP LOCATION: 1815 Boone’s Lick Road, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday

CONTACT: Cody Finan, cfinan@youthinneed.org, 636.757.9334

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

youth in St. Louis by representing their best interests in court and in the community.

marginalized as we walk with them on their way out of poverty

VOYCE

ITEMS NEEDED: Gift cards for youth in foster care, especially DROP LOCATION: Please mail to: Voices for Children, 105 S. Central Ave., St. Louis, Mo 63105

CONTACT: Jamie Wallace, 314.615.4551

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Saint Louis’ professional ballet company presents an extravagant holiday production of The Nutcracker on the Touhill stage Dec. 16 through 23, filled with dancing, colorful costumes and the classic Tchaikovsky score.

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Restoring safety and peace one family at a time

ALIVE is providing support for record numbers of families impacted by domestic abuse.

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ALIVE will provide 8,000 ‘Nights of Safety’ to St. Louis area families impacted by domestic abuse this year, a 500 percent increase since 2012. Donations over $100 are eligible for a tax credit.

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Help provide shelter, veterinary treatment and TLC for homeless animals by sponsoring a Humane Society of Missouri Fur-Ever Friend. Receive a replica plush pet, too.

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The Caregiver Awards Luncheon at 11:45 a.m. Dec. 1 at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel honors caregivers and volunteers from across the region who bring hope, help and friendship daily to the elderly in long-term care.

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5 | INDEPENDENCE CENTER

Shop upscale resale for unique gifts at Independence Center’s Clubhouse Shop this holiday season! Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. All proceeds benefit adults with mental illness.

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6 | SITEMAN CANCER CENTER

Bring a new, unwrapped toy, gift card or donation Nov. 30 to the Four Seasons Hotel for the eighth annual Holiday Tree Lighting to benefit Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

In partnership with the Jewish Federation of St. Louis

September 20, 2016 - January 5, 2017

7425 FORSYTH BLVD. | 314.881.5759 | SITEMAN.WUSTL.EDU

7 | THE REPERTORY THEATER OF ST. LOUIS

In two weeks, The Rep opens its first production in 35 years of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. It’s a holiday treat your entire family will treasure!

130 EDGAR ROAD | 314.968.4925 | REPSTL.ORG

Meet 200 remarkable Jewish Heroes - men and women who, while following their passions, have overcome adversity and made extraordinary contributions to society.

Become Inspired to Change the World

8 | LUTHERAN SENIOR SERVICES

Lutheran Senior Services was awarded the Senator Paul Simon Award for its REACH Short Stay Rehabilitation, a program that redesigns post-acute care services. This award recognizes effective strategies that enhance quality and value in health care.

1150 HANLEY INDUSTRIAL COURT | 314.968.9313 | LSSLIVING.ORG

9 | ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

St. Louis Children’s Hospital hosts Play Date 2016 on Nov. 19, bringing the circus to town in support of hospital services that protect every child’s right to precious childhood moments.

1 CHILDREN’S PLACE | 314.286.0988 | STLOUISCHILDRENS.ORG

10 | JEWISH FEDERATION OF ST. LOUIS

Meet 200 remarkable Jewish Heroes at the ‘Jewish Heroes Who Changed the World’ exhibit honoring men and women who have overcome adversity and made an extraordinary contribution to society. The exhibit is on display until Jan. 5 in the atrium of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis Kopolow Building.

At 5:30 p.m. Dec. 3, the PJ Library hosts a Birthday Bash at COCA. The evening of fun is free and will have activities for kids of all ages.

For more information, call Jennifer Baer Lotsoff at 314.442.3867.

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11 | GENE SLAY’S GIRLS & BOYS CLUB ST. LOUIS

Celebrate Club Havana with the Gene Slay’s Girls & Boy’s Club Jan. 28, 2017, at the Coronado Ballroom, with a lively evening of Cuban music, cocktails, dining and entertainment.

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Building closed: November 24, December 25-26 and January 1-2

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Thank you to all our sponsors, donors and volunteers who helped make the inaugural Champions of Hope Gala a huge success, in the effort to free the world from the pain and suffering of cancer.

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Covenant House 6:15 p.m. | 2727 N. Kingshighway Blvd. covenanthousemo.org | 314.450.7661

» FALL PARTY

Friends of CharacterPlus 6:30 p.m. | City Cottage of Chouteau characterplus.org | 314.692.1276

» EMPTY BOWLS FUNDRAISER

Operation Food Search 10 a.m. | Plaza Frontenac operationfoodsearch.org | 314.726.5355

» PLAY DATE

St. Louis Children’s Hospital 6:15 p.m. | St. Louis Union Station stlouischildrens.org | 314.286.0955

Angels Arms 6 p.m. | River City Casino & Hotel angelsarms.org | 314.842.8400

» ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FOR REFUGE

The Covering House 7 p.m. | Old Rock House thecoveringhouse.org | 314.962.3450

» WINE DINNER AND AUCTION Coat-A-Kid 6 p.m. | 600 Washington Ave. coatakid.org

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Better Family Life 7 p.m. | America’s Center Grand Ballroom betterfamilylife.org | 314.367.3440

AN AmeRICAN CANCeR soCIeTy GALA

To all our corporate sponsors, supporters and volunteers who made this inaugural event a huge success. Thank you for helping the society save lives and free the world from the pain and suffering caused by cancer.

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Missouri History Museum 5:30 p.m. | Bixby’s mohistory.org | 314.361.7313

St. Louis Press Club 5:30 p.m. | Edward Jones Atrium stlpressclub.org | 314.449.8029

DECEMBER

» CAREGIVER AWARDS LUNCHEON

VOYCE 11:45 a.m. | Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel voycestl.org | 314.918.8222

» MIDNIGHT AT THE OASIS GALA Saint Louis Art Museum 7 p.m. | Saint Louis Art Museum slam.org | 314.721.0072

» SILVER BALL

Arthritis Foundation 6 p.m. | The Ritz Carlton arthritis.org/missouri | 314.447.4880

» 2016 CRAWL FOR A CAUSE 4207 Lindell Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63108

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KIDS SHOULDN’T HAVE CANCER FOUNDATION

The Kids Shouldn’t Have Cancer Foundation raised more than $120,000 at its inaugural gala for pediatric cancer research.

THE WORLD CHESS HALL OF FAME

To celebrate its five-year anniversary, the World Chess Hall of Fame hosted an opening reception for three new exhibits.

DOORWAYS

Doorways hosted An Intimate Night with Anderson Cooper & Andy Cohen at the Fox Theatre. Ticket sales benefited the nonprofit, which provides housing, health and hope to those living with HIV/AIDS.

WORLD FOOD DAY

MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

John Burroughs School hosted 2,000 volunteers at the annual World Food Day event. The volunteers packaged more than 350,000 meals for local and international families in need.

Marian Middle School, an all-girls school in St. Louis city committed to breaking the cycle of poverty, hosted its annual Girls Night Out at Washington University.

The event celebrated women who have contributed to the school’s programs.

Fabulous Holidays at “ONE OF THE BEST FAMILY MUSICALS EVER PENNED” -Chicago Tribune

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How often have you spent hours before a big evening out thinking about your outfit, your shoes, your jewelry, your makeup, only to get to the front door and realize all you have to go over all that glam is your worn-out puffer, or the wool coat your parents got you after college?

Your holiday outfits deserve better than that! Let your outerwear be a statement, not an afterthought.

UP YOUR GAME

This fabulous coat will have you covered in style wherever you celebrate. Silk on one side, fur on t he other, it’s reversible and can be folded into a self-contained travel pouch.

Linda Richards silk and fox fur reversible coat, $1,540, Yoana Baraschi knit flare pants, $218; both from Mister Guy Women’s Majestic Paris turtleneck, $130 from Neiman Marcus Liza B leopard print patent leather clutch with crocodile closure and red interior, price upon request, ej4lizab.com

ITALIAN SENSIBILITIES

No way the coat check will get this one confused!

Italian designer Etro combines a fitted profile with contemporary piping for a fabulously finished look.

Etro floral topper, $2,980, Valentino Mary Jane pump, $945; both from Neiman Marcus Liza B Couture semi-sheen red cowhide bag, $1,200 ej4lizab.com

LEAVE IT ON!

Not all outerwear needs to be shed.

You’ll get compliments all day and night with a cozy, soft-knitted fur vest. It’s better than warm; it’s smokin’ hot!

Linda Richards rex rabbit vest, $568 from Mister Guy Women’s J Crew Factory pleated mini skirt, $85, H&M wool hat, $19.99; both from Taubman Prestige Outlets Majestic Filatures turtleneck, $135, Prada patent leather lace-up shoes, $975; both from Nordstrom Jewelry, model’s own

Style Coordination: Emily McGehee Models: Jack and Lola Harrington, Michael and Lucas McGehee, Levi and Georgia Edgerton, Tanner and Brielle Gilbertson, Charlie and Ava Pollmann, and Toby Weber With special thanks to St. Joseph’s Academy and First Student Bus Company

LET IT ROAR

Why not show a little of your wild side?

Animal prints make any outfit pop, especially classic black and holiday red.

Alice and Olivia â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Montanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; double-breasted leopard peacoat, $595 from Nordstrom H&M knee-length dress, $49.99 from Taubman Prestige Outlets Kate Pollmann custom vintage necklace, price upon request, katepollmann.com

SAPPHIRE FOR THE SEASON An Armani topper radiates hues of cool blues.

The perfect length for leggings and boots, the boiled wool coat fills the bill for warmth, too.

Armani Collezioni ombre coat, $1,495, Majestic Paris turtleneck, $130, Saint Laurent suede over-the-knee boot, $1,495; all from Neiman Marcus Hue leatherette leggings, $58, from Mister Guy Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s|Earrings, modelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own

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Bundle up in a bold, graphic poncho that will take you from daytime to date night.

Perfect for jeans, it has a button-on scarf to keep you extra warm.

Akris Punto zigzag cape with scarf, $1,590, Majestic Paris turtleneck, $130; both from Neiman Marcus Frame Denim jean, $239 from Nordstrom Model: Ali Altenthal, courtesy of West Model Management Hair: Special thanks to Everett Johnson Makeup: Randi Nicole Style Coordination: Emily McGehee Intern: Berkely Combs

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find holiday doggie delight

Paws ‘n’ Claus December 3

10am-4pm

Free pet photos with Santa Get a free, festive photo of your furry friend with Santa, benefitting the Humane Society of Missouri.

Space 136 across from Gap Factory Store.

One photo per pet, please.

Event details at TaubmanPrestigeOutlets.com

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find your

creative outlet.

Void where prohibited. Must be a legal U.S. resident and 18 years of age and older. Promotion is from 12/3/16 at 10:00 a.m. to 12/3/16 at 4:00 p.m. (“Promotion Period”). To receive Gift: Attend the “Center” Paws ‘n’ Claus event during Promotion Period only to receive the Gift. “Gift” is one (1) four by six inch photo with Santa valued at One Dollar ($1.00). Offer is valid while supplies last or until the end of the Promotion Period. Gift is non-transferable and may not be given, bartered or sold. There are no cash or Gift substitutes. Center reserves the right to substitute Gift for one of equal or greater value if Gift should become unavailable for any reason. Only one (1) Gift will be given to each participate attending the Event. Visit taubmanprestigeoutlets.com/petphotos for complete rules.

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Support Clayton’s small businesses during your holiday shopping to help keep our community thriving!

Specializing in repair, restoration and sales of watches, clocks, jewelry and music boxes.

17 N. MERAMEC AVENUE | 314.721.4548 TIMEKEEPERSCLAYTON.COM 9495 OLIVE BOULEVARD | 314.991.0994 TIMEKEEPERSSTL.COM

Mention our ad in Town&Style and receive 10% off your purchase through November 20, 2016.

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15% off your entire purchase on Small Business Saturday only! (custom orders and spheres excluded)

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8131 MARYLAND AVE. 314.863.8333

The perfect gift for every occasion!

Enjoy our super fast personalization while you register to win a $50 gift card!

20% Off gift certificates for use in 2017!

8115A-8117 MARYLAND AVE. 314.932.1222

Shoe & Boot Repair.

Free Shine Stand shoe shines all day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Premium wine sale all day Saturday! Get 15% off our retail price for all wines $29.99 and up!

Special on cigars, pipes, pipe tobacco and lighters. Largest selection of cigars and pipes Exclusive Davidoff distributor

44 N. CENTRAL AVE 314-932-1444 COBBLERSCORNERSTL.COM

7817 FORSYTH BLVD. 314-863-6282 WINEMERCHANTLTD.COM

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the designing block

All candles are 20% off.

Custom Picture Framing Poster Package $89.99 up to 24x36.

See store for details.

Fabulous, complimentary gift wrap on all your holiday gifts!

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www.TheEyeBar.net If you have a have a friend that is color blind, bring them in to try enchroma lenses!

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25% off frames and lenses.

Insurance plans excluded.

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SHOP CLAYTON ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY. In addition to in-store holiday specials, enjoy photos with live reindeer, complimentary carriage rides, sweet treats from Destination Desserts and Vincent Van Doughnut, and gift basket drawings*.

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Visit us at our new location and receive 25% off all knit wear on Small Business Saturday

A special gift of 10% off bridal gowns, little dresses & accessories Friday, November 25th-Saturday, November 26th.

By Appointment..

736 DEMUND AVE. 314.862.1962 DOTDOTDASHBOUTIQUE.COM

8109 MARYLAND AVENUE 314.721.2457 FLEURDELISBRIDAL.COM

Clayton Jewelers is one of St. Louis’ newest and highest customer reviewed jewelers.

All inventory will be 30% off for Small Business Saturday!

143 CARONDELET PLAZA 314.726.2220 CLAYTONJEWELERSSTL.COM

Shop the most sophisticated street in St. Louis on Small Business Saturday. Or, stay home and call our concierge personal shopping line and let us do the shopping for you.

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Let's Holiday at The Boulevard

Located at the corner of Brentwood Boulevard and Galleria Parkway

Join us on Black Friday and every Saturday afternoon from Thanksgiving through through Christmas from 1pm - 4pm to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy holiday caroling.

Friday, November 25 | Saturday, November 26 Saturday, December 3 | Saturday, December 10 Saturday, December 17 | Saturday, December 24

SANTA’S MAGICAL KINGDOM » Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park, Eureka NOW-1/8

5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday $20 per family vehicle | santasmagicalkingdom.com

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11/17-1/1 ANHEUSER-BUSCH BREWERY LIGHTS

Anheuser-Busch Brewery | 5 to 10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday | Free | brewerylights.com

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National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 5 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday | Free | snows.org

11/18-12/30 TRAIN RIDE

» SANTA’S EXPRESS

Union Station | Various departure times Wednesdays through Sundays | $45+ | mobot.org

11/19-1/1

» MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN

Gardenland Express Holiday Flower and Train Show; Holiday Wreath Auction; Garden Glow Missouri Botanical Garden | various times Gardenland, $5 with admission; Wreath Auction, free; Garden Glow, $3-$19 | mobot.org

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11/23-1/1 WINTER WONDERLAND AT TILLES PARK

Tilles Park | 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Friday $10 per family vehicle

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11/24 AMEREN MISSOURI THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE

Downtown St. Louis | 8:45 a.m. | Free | christmasinstlouis.org

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the Holidays!

THE PLACE FOR

11/24

» HUNGRY TURKEY 5K RUN

Downtown St. Louis | 7:30 a.m. | $37-$42 thehungryturkey.com

Hand crafted in the USA, Patricia Locke’s collections are timeless,relevant and immediately recognizable.

Let’s spend the entire winter snuggling in pajamas and enjoying hot cocoa! This darling set from Vineyard Vines is just one of many great choices for guys and gals at Fun in the Sun! $78 for the set.

WILD LIGHTS » Saint Louis Zoo | 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., check website for 11/25-12/30

specific dates | $7-$10 | stlzoo.org

11/25-1/1

» HOLIDAY IN THE PARK

Six Flags | 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., check website for specific dates $48.99-$63.99 | sixflags.com/stlouis

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11/25-12/24 ST. CHARLES CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

Historic St. Charles | Free | historicstcharles.com

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11/30 MOSCOW BALLET’S GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER

The Fox Theatre | 7 p.m. | $31-$125 | fabulousfox.com

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12/2-12/4 TCHAIKOVSKY’S NUTCRACKER

121 North Kirkwood Road 314.821.0583 funsunsports.com

150 West Argonne | 314.965.7833 downbythestation.com

The Better Sweater

by Patagonia.

Staying warm has never looked so hot.

Available this winter at Alpine Shop. #getOUTSIDEyourself

Be Stylish in Suede this holiday season.

Stop by Christopher’s, your one stop shopping destination each and every day!

Powell Hall | 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. performances $25+ | stlsymphony.org

12/6

» FROZEN MENORAH WORKSHOP

Home Depot, 1603 S. Hanley Road | 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. showmechabad.com

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12/10 BROTHERS LAZAROFF HANUKKAH HULLABALOO

Joe’s Cafe, 6014 Kingsbury Ave. | 7 p.m. | brotherslazaroff.com

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12/16-12/18 MERCY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

Powell Hall | 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. performances $30+ | stlsymphony.org

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12/18 CHANUKAH: FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

440 N Kirkwood Road | 314.962.7715 | alpineshop.com

127 East Argonne | 314.909.0202 | christophersgifts.com

Whether you’re headed to a fancy wedding, a special night out or hosting a holiday party, you’ll be the “Belle of the Ball” in this show-stopping dress!

Niven Morgan Bath and Body Line makes a great gift! Body wash and body lotions, hand soap and hand lotion, and candles in two of their amazing scents.

Missouri Botanical Garden, Ridgeway Visitor Center 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Free | mobot.org

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» HIP HOP NUTCRACKER

The Fox Theatre | 7:30 p.m. | $25-$65 | fabulousfox.com

FAMILY HANUKKAH PARTY » Creve Coeur/Staenberg Family Complex 12/25

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Free | jccstl.com

151 West Jefferson 314.821.4646 gingerandmaryannboutique.com

118 North Kirkwood Road | 314.821.7881 facebook.com/RustedChandelier

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Santa arrives at 9:30 am

• Bring your camera for photos with Santa until 2PM • Stores unveil holiday gift selections and special offers • Entertainment and refreshments at the Kirkwood Train Station • Free trolley rides MORE INFO: DOWNTOWNKIRKWOOD.COM

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1 | THE SERVICE BUREAU FINE STATIONERY AND GIFTS

Shop best selling styles at full manufacturer’s suggested retail price and stock up on fashion colors at outlet pricing, all in one place.

Each collector’s box of Louis Sherry chocolates contains exquisite truffles covered in ultra-premium chocolate.

9773 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.991.1104 | SERVICEBUREAUSHOP.COM

Our gift to you: free cosmetic travel bag with your purchase of $100 or more.

2 | B. DAVIS DESIGNS

One, two or a flock of these darling sheep add warmth and whimsy to a home. Starting at $79.

While supplies last. One per customer.

An open-air, state-of-the-art, photo booth experience!

Bring your Holiday Party memories to life!

Holiday SPecial:

$75 off a booked Holiday party mention this T&S ad.

It’s Not Too Early to Schedule Your Holiday Party!

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10502 MANCHESTER ROAD 314.822.2221 | BDAVISCOMPANY.COM

TAUBMAN PRESTIGE OUTLETS Suite #145 17057 N. Outer 40 Rd Chesterfield, Mo. 63005 Ph: 855.216.5446

3 | ALBARRÉ

This stunning 18kt. yellow gold Italian fan necklace is the perfect addition to your wardrobe this holiday season.

9711 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.997.1707 | ALBARRE.COM

4 | GINGER & MARY ANN BOUTIQUE

‘NotVodka’ bullet bottles keep your drink cold for more than 30 hours and are BPA, BPS and toxin free. $1 of each purchase will be donated to help the global water crisis, $38.

151 W. JEFFERSON AVE. 314.821.4646 | GINGERANDMARYANNBOUTIQUE.COM

5 | ELLEARD HEFFERN FINE JEWELERS

An amethyst cabochon takes center stage in this 18kt. gold ring with tourmalines and moonstones by Daria de Koning, $4,300.

101 HANLEY BUILDING LOBBY | 314.863.8820 | HEFFERN.COM

6 | SHINE BOUTIQUE

Soft faux fur clutches are versatile must-haves for the holidays; pair them with jeans or an elegant holiday dress.

9811 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.942.3055 | SHINEBOUTIQUESTLOUIS. COM

7 | THE BOULEVARD ST. LOUIS

Stroll down to The Boulevard for holiday caroling and to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus from 1 to 4 p.m. on Black Friday and every Saturday from Thanksgiving though Christmas.

BRENTWOOD BOULEVARD AND GALLERIA PARKWAY THEBOULEVARD.COM

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mahogany riding horse with handmade leather saddle and tack

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14 | UNIQUE BOUTIQUE, JOHN BURROUGHS

8416 MANCHESTER ROAD 1701 S. LINDBERGH BLVD. 314.963.3293 | KHALLDESIGNS.COM

755 S. PRICE ROAD JBURROUGHS.ORG/PARENTS/PARENTS-COUNCIL/UNIQUE-BOUTIQUE

From locally made soaps, lotions, candles and bath salts to women’s apparel and accessories, gifts and home decor, K. Hall has the perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your list.

9 | TAUBMAN PRESTIGE OUTLETS

The Taubman Prestige Outlets’ American Express gift card can be used nationwide at any outlet retailer and restaurant that accepts American Express, and it never expires.

17057 N. OUTER 40 ROAD 636.812.0570 | TAUBMANPRESTIGEOUTLETS.COM

10 | A2Z SELFIE COMPANY

Bring your event memories to life as we provide an open-air, stateof-the-art, photo booth experience that lets you print photos on the spot and share on social media.

636.284.8282 | A2ZSELFIECOMPANY.COM

11 | PAPERDOLLS

This cozy, double plaid poncho is available in three colors, $38.50.

BALLWIN, DES PERES, KIRKWOOD, UNIVERSITY CITY PAPERDOLLS.BOUTIQUE

12 | FABULOUS FOX THEATRE

Gift certificates are available at the Fox box office or through Metrotix at metrotix.com.

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527 N. GRAND BLVD. | 314.534.1111 | FABULOUSFOX.COM

13 | WACOAL OUTLET STORE

Stop in at the Wacoal Outlet store Nov. 14 through 20 to see the exciting selection of bras at 30 percent off.

TAUBMAN PRESTIGE OUTLETS 17057 N. OUTER 40 ROAD, STE. 145 | 855.216.5446 | WACOAL-AMERICA.COM

Join us from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 19 and 20 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.

15 | JOHN MINEO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

John & Anna Mineo are celebrating 46 years in Town & Country. It's the perfect place to host all your holiday events.

13490 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.434.5244 | JOHNMINEOS.COM

16 | LACHEF

Enjoy your holiday season with 10 percent off any first-time holiday order with LaChef.

7169 MANCHESTER ROAD | 314.647.5350 | LACHEF.COM

17 | THE FUR BOUTIQUE

A plaid cashmere cape with full fox trim is a must-have this fall!

9820 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.401.0317

18 | SMALL WORLD ANTIQUES

A limited edition gray barred owl is the sixth out of 150.

9752 CLAYTON ROAD | 314.997.5854

19 | CRAFT ALLIANCE CENTER OF ART + DESIGN

Go glam with the subtle sparkle of a golden heirloom lace bracelet

by Paz Sintes, $108.

6640 DELMAR BLVD. | 314.725.1177 EXT.322 CRAFTALLIANCE.ORG

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Adding A little SpArkle to your holidAy

HOLIDAY

STOCKING STUFFERS Something for everyone!

• Purses • Jewelry

• Accessories • Bridal

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F6 DRIVEN – Porsche 911 F7 MIND GAMES – Sudoku F8 ON THE TABLE – The Slider House F9 QUICK BITES F10 APRONOMICS – Chris Bork of Vista Ramen F12 MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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PORSCHE 911 by robert w. paster

ICONIC. IF ANYTHING DESERVES THAT LABEL in the automotive world, it’s got to be the

Porsche 911. For more than 50 years now, the 911 has been the ultimate sports car, offering style, performance and a rich racing heritage.

Prior to this year, the biggest change to the 911 was a water-cooled, rather than air-cooled, engine in 1999. Thankfully, 911s just continued to be excellent performing machines offering unprecedented performance, excellent reliability and styling that stays modern while still echoing the 911’s original shape. Now, for 2017, Porsche has decreased the size of the 911 engine back to 3.0 liters, but added a turbocharger to its Carrera and Carrera S models, increasing horsepower and torque over the previous model’s larger non-turbo engines.

Drivers are wary. Would the new turbocharged smaller engines perform the same (or better) than the old aspirated engines? The short answer is yes. Though a hint of turbo lag can be felt at times, most drivers would be hard pressed to tell the difference between the old and new engines.

Porsche had to find a way to improve fuel economy. Turbocharging seems to be the answer.

However, since Porsche has been using turbos for 40-plus years, it has an advantage.

Driving is what a 911 is all about. It’s unbelievable how balanced and responsive the car is, from the steering, to brakes, to the tight suspension. The PDK automatic transmission with paddle shifters is probably the best available, but the three-pedal manual really fits the car’s character better and would not only save $3,200, but also provide maximum smiles per gallon. Acceleration is breathtaking. It feels like someone’s kicking the back of your seat. A large tachometer dominates the dashboard with a digital speedometer within and numerous surrounding auxiliary gauges.

The sweet melody from the flat 6 engine is preserved, but with an added turbo whine on hard acceleration. Every sports car enthusiast should own a 911 at some point.

Very well bolstered leather sport seats hug you, and a touch screen interface is used for audio, navigation and other controls. Passenger comfort is aided by dual climate control, available heated and cooled seats, and a sunroof (non-glass). The 911 offers a rather generous (for a sports car) deep trunk in the front, and there is additional storage behind the front seats when the small rear seats are folded down. A back-up camera and parking sensors assist maneuvering.

Logically, a rear-engined car should not be able to handle as well as the 911, but Porsche engineering has overcome the physics with superb suspension. You can also get your 911 with all-wheel-drive, as a targa or convertible, with the full-blown turbo, or as the street-legal race car, the GT3.

James Drake, general manager at Porsche St. Louis says, “It has refined performance, with additional power output; they’ve improved almost everything on the car but kept the classic 911 feel.”

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[MIND GAMES SUDOKU by patty hannum

for the beginners 〉〉

for the veterans 〉〉

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[ ON THE TABLE ] by jonathan carli | photos by bill barrett

[ THE SLIDER HOUSE ] 9528 manchester road | 314.942.6445

[ amuse bouche ] THE SCENE

Bustling, welcoming sports bar/restaurant

THE PRICES

$7-$12 starters $10-$15 slider plates (2 sandwiches and a side or two)

THE FAVORITES

Bay of Pigs slider, Lobster slider, Southern Comfort slider, BLFGT slider, Keen Wah slider

THIS PLACE WILL SURPRISE YOU: Despite its name,

it’s not a chain and it’s not fast-casual. Opened by a couple of locals, it serves freshly made and originally conceived mini-sandwiches that are satisfying, even delicious. And they do it in an atmosphere that is lively and welcoming. The place is both family-friendly and pub-like, with dark woods and high-top tables. The big, open, outdoor patio is a hive of activity with children’s games, picnic tables and music on weekends (although it overlooks Manchester Road).

The Fried Green Tomatoes starter ($8) had a few meaty tomato rounds with a pleasant cornmeal crust.

These came with jalapeño aioli and smoked tomato remoulade. A couple of side salads were lackluster, but that’s where the ho-hum ends The sliders shine. They come on a few different types of bun, depending on what you order. Do not miss Bay of Pigs ($4.75), which comes on a pretzel bun

and is dominated by country ham, pickles and a light, mustardy Dijon sauce—very satisfying. The menu lists smoked pork tenderloin in there, but I didn’t find it (the sandwiches are little). The other pork slider, BLFGT (bacon, lettuce and fried green tomatoes, $4.75) is another winner, with its meaty bacon and cornmealcrusted tomatoes. Roasted garlic aioli on the bun doesn’t hurt, either.

In the chicken category, Southern Comfort ($4) was moist, meaty and delicious. A big chunk of fried breast came on a white bun with honey sriracha glaze, which added sweet undertones to the crisp meat. The lettuce and small rounds of Roma tomato offered a layer of raw veggies that worked well. Another chicken sandwich, the Nashville Hot Chicken ($4), is really hot, so watch out. Additionally, this white chicken meat was a little dry.

The Lobster slider ($7.75) has a nice-sized chunk of

[ food • ŏ • lō • gy ] SRIRACHA

A hot sauce made with chile peppers, vinegar, sugar and spices named after a city in Thailand, Si Racha, where it is thought to have originated as a sauce for seafood.

NASHVILLE CHICKEN

This refers to a style of spicy hot fried chicken native to Nashville, Tennessee

ROMA TOMATOES

These are thick-fleshed, with less flavor than other varieties, but preferred for sauces and canning.

[ aftertaste ] » I was surprised at how amazing every slider was that we tried (six different ones!). And it’s such a fun atmosphere outside with the badminton net and fire pits that we didn’t mind grabbing a beer and waiting for a table.

— KARYN W. OF GLENDALE

» The service is really nice. The bartender was very personable. He told us the background of various beers and let us taste them so we could better choose one. It was overall a very friendly place!

— JULIE S. OF WEBSTER GROVES

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grilled tail with smoky mayo, arugula, red onion and a little Roma tomato. It’s tasty and a great way to get a satisfying serving of the premium seafood for a very good price. The Skinny Jean ($4), basically a black bean burger, was also very tasty, with distinctly Mexican flavors. It comes piled up with avocado, jalapeño aioli, red onion, beer cheese and Roma tomato. Even better is the Keen Wah ($4), a quinoa patty on a wheat bun with arugula and goat cheese. It has earthy flavors and the burger’s flavor is really good.

The sides selection here is rather bleak—basically fries, chips and slaw. The slaw ($3) is excellent, your basic creamy slaw done very well in the classic mayofilled dish. Slider Plates, two sandwiches and a side for $15, are probably the best option for most diners.

Unless you’re a big eater, two of these sandwiches (plus a starter) will be plenty filling.

LEISURE

We wish you a fairy

[QUICK BITES by dorothy weiner

[ filet for lunch? ]

RUTH’S CHRIS in Clayton will be open for lunch on weekdays the two weeks prior to Christmas, Dec. 12 through 23. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on those days, diners can look forward to dishes like Short Ribs with Pappardelle Alfredo and the restaurant’s delectable Mixed Grill (4oz filet, crab cake and stuffed chicken), prepared by recently promoted executive chef JOSH HOLIFIELD. Expect lunchsize portions and prices.

GM Jeff Daniels points out, too, that lunchtime is ideal for the office holiday party.

Christmas

If you think this beautifully enameled 18-karat gold Water Fairy brooch is something to behold, wait until you see the entire collection of creations from the masterful house of Masriera.

Masriera Trunk Show Tuesday, Nov. 29th through Saturday, Dec. 3rd

[ complex mex ]

Local restaurateur BEN POREMBA (Elaia, Olio, Parigi) has launched a whole new concept in the space where he shuttered Old Standard Fried Chicken (1621 Tower Grove Ave.). A Mexican spot, NIXTA, is his new project, where he promises to capture the complexities of Mexican cuisine in a blend of street food and home cooking.

Also in the works, but for 2017: an innovative Jewish deli, AO&CO, with a focus on house-made dishes.

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(BILLY) K. BUSCH’S foray into his own beer company. The all-natural lager has expanded into many Midwestern and Texas markets. Billy represents the fifth generation of Buschs in the brewing business, starting with patriarch and Anheuser-Busch founder August A. Busch Sr.

[ savory sundays ]

Ever wanted to take cooking classes from a real Italian chef? Now is your chance, since chef GIAN NICOLA COLUCCI, executive chef at CIELO, the restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, is now offering 2 1/2 hour classes (paired with wine and cocktails!) from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sundays.

[ first-place pastry ] Buzzfeed digital media has named PICCIONE PASTRY as the place for sweets in Missouri in a recent article, ‘Desserts to Try in Each of the 50 States.’ The cute spot at Skinker and Delmar boulevards specializes in Italian goodies, coffees and gelato.

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APRONOMICS CHRIS BORK OF VISTA RAMEN ] by karyn williams | photos by bill barrett “NOT EVERY JOB HAS BEEN THE BEST JOB, but you get what you can out

of it and grow and learn in whatever way you can.” That attitude has helped Chris Bork move up the culinary ladder in St. Louis, a city with increasingly discerning diners who have come to expect a lot from their food.

The chef and part-owner behind the new and well-received Vista Ramen in Benton Park started in the business at a young age as a dishwasher. “I just moved up in the ranks from there and liked cooking,” he says. “I was competent at it.” While not originally from St. Louis, he moved here when he was 16.

Bork spent a few years in London, where he studied cooking at Westminster Kingsway College before returning home in 2005. “Niche had just opened, and I really noticed stuff was starting to happen with the local restaurant scene,” he recalls. “St. Louis is great for young chefs. It’s not cheap to open a restaurant anywhere, but it’s much more economical here than in other large cities.”

Bork should know. Owning his own place has been his dream for a while, but it didn’t happen overnight. “It’s great, but there is a lot of baggage that comes with owning a restaurant,” he says. “Even though it’s very difficult, I wouldn’t trade it for anything.” His chef’s resume includes Wild Flower, Revival (a stint with Cary McDowell that he remembers fondly), The Mud House, Blood & Sand (where he was hired as the inaugural executive chef) and Peacemaker.

“Blood & Sand was really the place where I found my creative voice,” Bork notes. “I left there to pursue my own thing but realized I needed partners. For me, doing something completely on my own didn’t make sense.”

Enter The Mud House owners Jeremy and Casey Miller, whom Bork refers to

as two of his best friends. “Our paths crossed again, and they were looking to open a ramen shop,” he says. “At the time, there weren’t really any in St. Louis and the concept was perfect for the Benton Park neighborhood. We wanted something that was affordable.” While ramen wasn’t what Bork had in mind, he was on board—as long as he could add something unique to the menu. “I needed something other than ramen,” he says. “No matter what chef is here, there has to be that outlet to work creatively.” The menu includes a number of small plates that highlight Bork’s inventiveness in the kitchen, like pumpkin miso agnolotti, kimchi pancakes and grilled octopus.

Creating the menu involved a lot of testing, resulting in staple items and rotating specialties. “We hosted numerous pop ups, which are a great way to get feedback. A couple times a month, we cooked in the Millers’ kitchen and invited friends over,” Bork says. The menu is seasonal, and he tries to use local provisions as much as possible. “We’re still new, and I’m building up my inventory of farmers,” he says.

For now, Bork is exactly where he wants to be—making people happy with food and hospitality. “We put in a lot of hard work, and the positive feedback is great, but I just take it and move on to the next day,” he says. The partners have aspirations of opening another spot, but there is no timeline yet. “The main goal now is just to continue to be awesome!” With a blaring neon sign that proclaims ‘Vista,’ a cool urban vibe and regulars who visit more than once a week for much more than noodles, ‘awesome’ shouldn’t be hard to maintain.

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november 〉〉 THROUGH 11/20

11/24

Thanksgiving Food Drive Local YMCA branches gwrymca.org/fooddrive

Olivette Turkey Trot Stacy Park | $12+ | 8 a.m. fleetfeetstlouis.com (RACE)

11/11-12/23

11/25-12/30

Wild Lights Saint Louis Zoo | $7-$10 | stlzoo.org

It’s Black and White William Shearburn Gallery Free | 12-5 p.m., Mon.-Fri. shearburngallery.com

11/25-1/1

Six Flags Holiday in the Park Six Flags St. Louis | $43+ sixflags.com

11/18-12/18

Fractured Tranquility COCA | Free | cocastl.org

11/25-11/27

D.L. Hughley Helium Comedy Club | $32 7:30 & 10 p.m. st-louis.heliumcomedy.com

11/19, 11/20 & 11/25-11/27

Fair Trade Market Manchester United Methodist Church | Free | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. manchesterumc.org

11/26

Girl Scouts Go: Run for Cookies Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Service Center | $18-$35 | 8 a.m. girlscoutsem.org

11/19

Gateway Gospel Fest Chaifetz Arena | $22+ | 6 p.m. thechaifetzarena.com

11/26-12/23

Christmas Traditions Historic Main Street, St. Charles Free | historicstcharles.com

11/19

Grisha Goryachev Sheldon Concert Hall | $24+ 7:30 p.m. | thesheldon.org

11/27

Rosenberg Film Series: The Last Stage Holocaust Museum | Free 1 p.m. | hmlc.org

11/19

Sentimental Journey Dance Band: Holiday Concert Foundry Art Centre | $20 7 p.m. | foundryartcentre.org

11/30-12/24

A Christmas Carol Loretto-Hilton Center at Webster University $18+ | repstl.org

11/19

Play Date, a benefit for St. Louis Children’s Hospital Union Station | 7-11 p.m. stlouischildrens.org

11/30

Moscow Ballet: Great Russian Nutcracker Fabulous Fox Theatre | $31+ 7 p.m. | fabulousfox.com

11/19

Big Muddy Dance Company Season Kickoff Edison Theatre at Washington University | $25 | 8 p.m. thebigmuddydanceco.org

11/30

SEEN ON THE SCREEN Also in Theaters: • Shut In • Arrival • Almost Christmas Opening Friday: • Manchester by the Sea • The Edge of Seventeen • Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Now on DVD: • Finding Dory • Sausage Party • Army of One

Doctor Strange 〉〉 This is the latest movie based on a Marvel comics character, and I have to admit I’m unimpressed. Maybe you have to be a Marvel fan. Or a 13-year-old boy. Then why did I see it, you might ask? Because Benedict Cumberbatch in 3-D seemed promising. But two hours and many, many dimensions later, I remained baffled. The story, in a nutshell, is about a pompous, self-absorbed surgeon, Dr. Stephen Strange (Cumberbatch), seeking a cure for his mutilated hands. They were destroyed when he crashed his luxury car by driving irresponsibly fast on a treacherous, winding road. He ends up in Nepal consulting The Ancient One (a bald Tilda Swinton), searching for a cure. But this is a spiritual journey, he is told, one in which he is supposed to gain selflessness and humility. Even by the movie’s end, he shows very little of either. He does, however, learn to wield a light sabre pretty well, and to enter weird portals that lead to alternate universes. The best part is how cool he looks in his red cape. It is, of course, endowed with magical powers.

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? No. It was neither clever nor exciting.—D.W. VIEWED AT WEHRENBERG GALAXY 14 CHESTERFIELD

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11/19

Ameren Missouri Festival of Lights Experience Union Station’s transformation into a winter wonderland! Watch the Metro Edge Figure Skating Club perform Nutcracker on Ice, check out the lights display, and grab some hot chocolate and cookies from Mrs. Claus at the North Pole Village.

Union Station & Aloe Plaza | Free | 3:30–6:30 p.m. | christmasinstlouis.org

11/19-1/1

Garden Glow Head to the Botanical Garden to see the annual winter installations, dance to holiday music, and enjoy food and drinks from the Sassafras Café.

Missouri Botanical Garden | $12 members, $16 general admission 5-10 p.m. | missouribotanicalgarden.org

Polar Express Movie Night Foundry Art Centre | Free 7 p.m. | foundryartcentre.org

11/19 & 11/20

Pop-Up Art Exhibit: Herbert J. Gralnick McNair Administration Building Free | Noon to 5 p.m. hgralnickstudios.com

11/23-1/1

11/30

Holiday Tree Lighting Four Seasons Hotel $20, adult; $5, children 5:30 p.m. | cielostlouis.com

11/21 & 11/22

Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park It’s that time of year again for the annual light show at Tilles Park!

Catch a ride through the display on Santa’s Sleigh, reserve a carriage or drive through the park yourself.

Tilles Park | $10 per vehicle 5:30-9:30 p.m., Sun.-Fri. | stlouisco.com

Viva Italiano The Sheldon Ballroom | $35+ 7:30 p.m. | chambermusicstl.org

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Thanksgiving Day Parade Celebrate Thanksgiving at the annual parade downtown, with musical floats and displays, marching bands, and restored antique cars and firetrucks.

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[SLEEP FOR THE WEARY SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP by alexa beattie IN SLEEP, OUR HEARTS AND BRAINS REST. The beats become fewer, the waves

become slower. Without sleep, our vital organs have no chance to recuperate.

This is why, says Dr. Raman Malhotra, co-director of the SLUCare Sleep Disorders Center, untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can be very detrimental to health, and sometimes even fatal. “If it goes undiagnosed, it either can cause the kind of sleepiness that makes certain everyday activities like driving dangerous, or it can lead to heart attacks and other life-threatening conditions,” he says. “A lack of good sleep puts tremendous stress on organs.”

Obstructive sleep apnea—which affects 12 percent of the population— is caused by obstruction of the upper airway and is characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep due to relaxed throat muscles. Malhotra says physicians are seeing more cases as obesity rates rise and people live longer. Both conditions increase the risk of OSA. Add alcohol consumption to that, and the prognosis can worsen.

But how do we know for certain we have OSA, when possible symptoms like snoring or snorting in sleep aren’t always reliable indicators? “Sometimes, snoring is just snoring,” Malhotra says. “But sometimes, it may indeed be a sign that air is trying to get through.”

SLUCare Sleep Disorders Center patient James Snell says his wife alerted him to the problem. “I was keeping her awake. She told me I snored badly and although I sometimes woke myself up doing so, I didn’t realize how bad it was,” he says.

delivering a constant pressurized stream of warm, humidified air. The masks come in all shapes, sizes and materials. “It’s like finding the right shoe that fits,” Malhotra notes. “But once you do, CPAP can be very effective.”

Snell, who was diagnosed with OSA after a night in the sleep center, is a CPAP success story: “When they wired me up to all those sensors, they could see I actually stopped breathing. My sleep was broken, and they were worried I wasn’t getting enough rest,” he explains. “I’ve been using that machine for five years, and it’s a wonderful thing.”

Snell says a life spent scuba diving may have made him a particularly good candidate for CPAP, but adds that either way, it doesn’t take long to get used to it. “You just NEUROLOGIST AND SLEEP MEDICINE SPECIALIST DR. RAMAN MALHOTRA have to relax a little and breathe,” he says.

Until recently, testing for OSA took place only in However, Malhotra says it’s not for everyone, which SLUCare’s Sleep Disorders Center, where patients is why SLUCare offers an ‘alternatives to CPAP clinic,’ spend the night hooked to 20 or more sensors. In the where doctors of different specialties collaborate to last few years, however, SLUCare has been issuing home find other solutions. One possibility, Malhotra says, is test kits to patients. The doctor points out that not only a mandibular advancing device (MAD), a custom-made is this a less-expensive, more immediate option, but dental appliance that fits in the mouth and keeps the it also allows people to sleep in their own beds and is lower jaw and tongue forward. This prevents the airway particularly advantageous for home-bound, elderly or from collapsing and can be up to 75 percent effective chronically ill people. While there are many benefits for mild to moderate sleep apnea, he explains. The to a home test, it is a less-thorough diagnostic tool, and CPAP alternatives clinic refers patients to community for some patients, additional testing may be required. dentists for fitting.

So what treatments are available for sufferers, But in the event that neither CPAP nor MAD is and how successful are they? Malhotra says the most possible, what else is there? “There still are options,” common course of action is CPAP (continuous positive Malhotra says. “We also can look at possible surgical airway pressure) delivered via a machine to the upper solutions.” These, he says, would be considered in more airways. Similar to an oxygen mask, the device fits over severe cases of OSA, where there’s an overcrowding of the nose and mouth and keeps the passages open by the airway due to larger-than-normal tonsils or adenoids.

More often, space is compromised by an enlarged uvula, in which case a uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (a surgery to remove or reshape throat tissue) is recommended.

In advance of this careful procedure, SLUCare otolaryngologists conduct a nasal pharyngoscopy, involving a camera on the end of a tiny tube. “The throat area is numbed and patients don’t feel it a bit,” Malhotra says. The exam, he says, also determines whether the tongue might be interrupting air passage and needs to be reshaped as well.

“The beauty of the clinic is that it’s a one-stop shop,” Malhotra concludes, citing the fact that clinicians also collaborate with weight loss experts if weight is seen to be an issue, and can address sleeping positions, where relevant. Malhotra stresses that a good night’s sleep is one of the secrets to a healthy life. At the SLUCare Sleep Disorders Center, he and his colleagues work tirelessly to get their patients the rest they need.

◀ AT SLUCARE SLEEP DISORDERS CENTER, A TEAM OF SLEEP MEDICINE DOCTORS FROM DIFFERENT SPECIALTIES COLLABORATES ON THE BEST TREATMENT OPTIONS.

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BY MEGAN ORTIZ

Anyone who has lain awake half the night staring at the ceiling understands the value of a good night’s sleep. Without it, you’re cranky, tired and unmotivated.

Sleeplessness is also bad for your health; it can lead to depression, anxiety and mood swings, according to the experts. But there are solutions to help us fall—and stay—asleep.

SLEEPLESSNESS THE DANGERS

Two categories of insomnia are the biggest reasons people struggle to go to sleep at night, according to Subramanian Paranjothi, a pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist at Mercy Clinic Pulmonology. Acute insomnia is a short-term issue caused by worrying or grieving for a loved one. It is something everyone deals with on occasion. Chronic insomnia is a more serious issue that can be caused by other medical conditions like anxiety or depression.

“Chronic insomnia even can lead to a higher mortality rate, not to mention it impacts performance at work, focus, irritability and mood swings,” says Dr. Gabriela de Bruin, assistant professor of neurology and sleep medicine at Washington University. “People should understand that chronic insomnia can be easy to manage. There are solutions, and no one should settle for a bad night of sleep.”

THE TRIGGERS

Some triggers for sleeplessness can be eliminated by lifestyle changes. Caffeine and alcohol are major reasons people struggle to fall asleep. These two beverages also cause people to wake up in the middle of the night and struggle to fall back asleep.

Paranjothi encourages his patients to give up caffeine altogether. If they must drink it for safety at work and alertness, he advises abstaining past noon.

“Alcohol is what people often use to get themselves to sleep,” Paranjothi says. “But it's a poor, poor drug to help you sleep. People who use alcohol chronically actually can go through a withdrawal in the middle of the night. So they may fall asleep quickly, but they do not stay asleep.”

Sleep requirements definitely shift as one ages.

While children require 10 to 11 hours of sleep, adults often can function with about seven and a half hours, says Paranjothi. “Each individual may need a little more or can get away with a little less,” he says. “We can all get away with a little less, but it's not what is best for us.”

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EARLY VS. LATE RISERS WHY PEOPLE DIFFER

People fall into patterns at an early age that make them early or late risers. Sometimes their pattern is determined by the environment in which they are raised. If the parents are early risers, the children follow suit. In other instances, there may be more of a natural proclivity one way or the other. “Fifty percent of it is genetic, and 50 percent is based on environment,” says Matt Uhles, the chief operating officer at Clayton Sleep Institute. “For example, you can have two kids in the same home with totally different sleep schedules,” he says. “I have a daughter who has been very much a night person from the time she was an infant. The other one was always up as the sun rose, awake, happy and ready. We had to put black-out shades in her room!”

Those early patterns can change during teenage years, however. “The brains of teens go through rapid redevelopment,” Uhles says.

“Teens are still alert from 1 to 2 a.m., and it can cause sleep deprivation because of the early start times at school.”

While some districts across the country have accommodated teen needs by moving start times for high school later, most kids just have to adapt. There are ways to help move their bedtime earlier, and these methods work for adults as well. Cutting back on exposure to light an hour before going to sleep is critical for people of all ages. Clocks, TVs, laptops and mobile phones all can trigger alertness because of the blue light emitted. Blue light, part of the light spectrum, is emitted by electronics and energy-efficient light bulbs.

The driving force for initiating and maintaining sleep is the production of melatonin, says Dr. Mesfin Mitike, a neurologist, sleep specialist and director of SSM St. Mary’s sleep lab. “Melatonin secretion reaches its peak at the time of initial sleep and continues at levels enough to maintain sleep,” Mitike says. “Once awake and exposed to bright light, the drop in production of melatonin occurs.”

Another suggestion for promoting better sleep is to exercise in the evenings—as long as it is done about three hours prior to bedtime. Also, people should create a regular sleep schedule.

“We as humans like consistent patterns,” Uhles says. “The more consistent you keep patterns, the more efficient sleep will be. Start waking up earlier, exposing yourself to light as soon as you wake up. Eventually, your bedtime will naturally start to shift as well.”

ALL THE NIGHT’S A STAGE

As people age, staying asleep becomes more of an issue, Mitike says. There are five stages of sleep: I, II, III, IV and REM sleep. The deepest stages are in III, IV and REM, which are much easier to come by when a person is younger.

“The older we get, the less time we spend in deep or slow wave sleep,” Mitike says. “We become light sleepers. We also tend to go to

Teens are still alert from 1 to 2 a.m., and it can cause sleep deprivation because of the early start times at school.

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While doctors will sometimes encourage taking supplemental melatonin to initiate sleep, there are a number of changes you can make yourself. Reduce the amount of light seen before bed. There are now apps or adjustments on phones that shut off the blue light at night so devices can still be used but do less damage to sleep schedules. Glasses that block blue light are sold online for less than $10 to allow us to work on our laptops at night or even watch TV without blue light. They should be worn only the hour before bedtime, however.

sleep early and become early risers. Children and young adults spend higher percentages of their sleep in slow wave sleep and are deep sleepers.”

Knowing how well we have slept can be challenging, even if we try to keep a detailed sleep diary. But testing by a sleep specialist can help pinpoint the problems that need fixing.

“Some people may not perceive they slept even if we confirm that they actually slept using brain wave activity,” Mitike says.

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AGE & SLEEP SLEEP HYGIENE

As people age, consistent sleep becomes harder to achieve, but is no less important; in fact, it can be more crucial. “Lack of sleep impacts memory, moods and even balance,” says Dr. Shalini Paruthi of St. Luke’s Sleep Medicine & Research Center. “If you do not sleep enough, you are more likely to fall.”

DAY VS. NIGHT SLEEP

If a person is tired during the day and considering a nap, Paruthi suggests going on a brisk walk. For retirees who may have time on their hands to nap, a 20-minute nap is acceptable, but an hour and a half nap will make them much more restless at night. “We do recommend no less than seven hours at night, but if they have a chance to make

It is about having a regular bedtime schedule, a regular wakeup schedule, and making sure that you exercise regularly and eat three set meals.”

While some sleeping disorders are caused by chronic medical conditions like sleep apnea, many troubles can be corrected with good sleep hygiene. “It is about having a regular bedtime schedule, a regular wake-up schedule and making sure that you exercise regularly and eat three set meals,” Paruthi says.

For good sleep hygiene, the bedroom setting should be properly prepared. “It should be quiet, dark and at the right temperature,” says Dr. Julie Gammack, professor of medicine for SLUCare Physician Group. “Reduce disruptions like noise, technology, text messages and TV. Also, limit daytime naps to create a more tired body in the evening.”

up that time during the day, it’s OK,” Paruthi says. “We are looking for seven hours, at least, in 24 hours.”

Another factor that can contribute to sleep issues in adults is prescription medication. Sometimes dosages need to be adjusted or doctors have to change when the medications are scheduled to be taken. Because adults often just accept sleep problems and even fear having to add more medication to their daily regimen, they do not always tell physicians about their problems. But bringing up the topic can be critical to turning around certain health issues. And doctors today have many more tools than just medication to help cure sleep disorders.

SLEEP AS A MEDICAL PROBLEM

“Most important, we screen for medical sleep problems,” Paruthi says. “Additionally, for people not getting quality of sleep, we steer them toward Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI). We have a behavioral sleep specialist who meets with patients for four to six sessions. They go over sleep hygiene and cater the therapy to each individual.

After four or five sessions, up to 80 percent will see improvement or complete resolution of their insomnia. It’s evidence-based solutions.”

Keeping a sleep diary is a good starting point for those concerned with their own sleeping patterns, Gammack says. This gives a person something to discuss with their physician to find out if a referral to a sleep specialist is necessary.

Lack of sleep should not be the only concern either. Too much sleep can be a sign of trouble as well. Depression or dementia causes people to sleep more than usual.

Alzheimer’s patients also sleep more because as their brain degenerates, there is less to stimulate them and get them active. “Always look at what is normal for that person,” Gammack says. “Maybe they had been sleeping 10 hours for years and now they sleep only six or vice versa. Maybe there is something going on. Changes in sleep can be a symptom of something else happening—more so in older adults than young people.” .

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Some people follow their heart to a fulfilling career; others follow their nose. That was the case for Cassie Buell, owner of Cassie’s in the Central West End. Having spent the last two decades establishing Cassie’s as the go-to scent shop in the area, Buell sells everything from Tom Ford cologne to 4,000 custom-blended products at her eponymous shop. I recently caught up with Buell to learn more about her start in this unique career and discuss the difference between cheap and expensive fragrances.

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I graduated with a degree in psychology from Washington U. My first jobs were fundraising for an environmental group, universities and hospitals. I switched careers in 1990 to become a store clerk at the former ‘Makes Scent,’ and I loved it immediately.

I became the store manager in 1992 and bought the business in 2005.

TS: What are your favorite scents?

CB: Pink Martini, Acai, Berry and China Lily.

TS: What advice do you have for someone looking to gift perfume, especially one that’s custom made?

CB: It’s important not to choose only scents that you like. Find out what scents the other person likes, or, even better, give them a gift certificate.

TS: Do scents smell different on every person?

CB: Some people change how scents smell more

than others. The scent is still recognizable, but there can be variations.

TS: What are some of the most popular scents you sell?

CB: Egyptian Musk, Rain and Sage TS: How do you make a fragrance last longer?

CB: I’m one of those people who don’t hold scent

well, so the easiest way is to re-apply! Using a lotion in the same scent helps.

TS: What is the main difference between cheap and expensive fragrances?

CB: The more concentrated a scent is, the longer it lasts. We sell pure, undiluted scents, and they are applied by the drop. We also can dilute our scents and put them in an atomizer. It is a lighter form of the scent, but many people prefer to spray on their scents.

TS: Does perfume go bad? How do you know it’s time to throw it away?

CB: Yes. Everything ages; some perfumes age well, others don’t, just like wine. It’s time to throw it away when the changes make it smell bad.

TS: Who or what inspired your love for fragrances?

CB: My nose! My mother and both grandmothers

wore fragrance daily, and my mother let me wear it starting at 8 years old. It took me longer to realize that not everyone would love the same scents as I did, or that people could enjoy a scent I didn’t find pleasing.

TS: What’s the difference between perfume, cologne and eau de toilette?

CB: Perfume is more concentrated than eau de toilette, which is more concentrated than cologne.

There are no legal definitions for the various concentrations, and inexpensive colognes can be more concentrated than expensive perfumes.

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HOMEWORK] DEAR HOMEWORK,

Two years ago you helped me with my Christmas decorations, and I need your thoughts again. MSD is going to be replacing the sewer that runs under the sidewalk separating my side yard from my neighbor’s side yard. I anticipate that most of the lackluster planting in both our yards will be trampled. I’m wondering if a more formal scheme of three tiers—a line of perennial flowers backed by a boxwood hedge, further backed by tall ornamental grasses—would yield a more cohesive overall presentation?

Sincerely, —FORCED OPPORTUNITY

DEAR FORCED OPPORTUNITY,

When I first sketched your three-tier suggestion, I was surprised by the effect. By repeating the themes that exist at the front of the house, your property not only looks more cohesive, it also looks about two and a half times bigger. It does this by drawing the eye along the total length of the side yard and basically capturing that undeveloped area with the new architectural treatment.

I’d like to offer a few additional suggestions. First, cap the left side of the new tiers with a grouping of tall, thin evergreens. Next, to the right of the existing shade tree, I would plant a tall evergreen hedge to block out the distractions of your neighbor’s deck and garage.

Finally, I would place two large pots with seasonal plantings to capture even more territory.

Thanks for the interesting question, —HOMEWORK

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16052 Autumn Oaks Circle ellisville $459,900

432 Conway Meadows Chesterfield $434,000

25 Randelay drive Ladue $2,250,000

8 Whippoorwill Court Defiance $365,00000

LuxuryCollection 9847 litzsinger road, Ladue.

16411 Forest Gate Lane Wildwood $589,900

733 Luckystone Avenue Glendale $220,000

$6,650,000

1401 windgate waY lane, Chesterfield.

$999,000

4917 Karington PlaCe CoUrt, Mehlville.

$359,000

318 east swon avenUe, Webster Groves.

$998,000

1754 sUmmer laKe drive, Chesterfield.

$344,900

10 marYhill drive, Ladue.

$944,900

2514 loUis avenUe, Brentwood.

$259,000

$924,000

8724 rosalie, Brentwood.

$254,900

1131 Pinetree lane, Webster Groves.

$225,000

733 lUCKYstone avenUe, Glendale.

$220,000

64 briarCliFF, Ladue. $1,175,000.

1668 grant road, Webster Groves.

$174,900

24 west windrUsh CreeK, Creve Coeur. $1,135,000. 1-3 PM

1614 bredell avenUe, Richmond Heights.

$169,900

10 marYhill drive, Ladue. $944,900.

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1029 Kinstern drive, Des Peres.

$165,900

1 treebrooK lane, Ladue. $610,000.

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7318 melrose, University City.

$159,900

4 meadow aCres, Ladue. $399,000.

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102 dornell drive, Webster Groves.

$149,900

8724 rosalie, Brentwood. $254,900.

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2532 FranCes avenUe, St. Louis.

$129,900

2271 talon CoUrt, St. Albans.

$4,950,000

362 merlot lane, St. Albans.

171 north bemiston avenUe, Clayton.

$4,500,000

10 lenox PlaCe, CWE.

$899,000

9 arrowhead estates, Chesterfield.

$3,795,000

40 ConwaY Close, Ladue.

$889,000

11 brentmoor ParK, Clayton.

$3,775,000

332 willow weald Path, Chesterfield.

$835,000

8 FordYCe lane, Ladue.

$3,500,000

2450 hermitage hill lane, Frontenac.

$795,000

21 UPPer ladUe, Ladue.

$3,100,000

103 graYbridge road, Ladue.

$795,000

241 linden avenUe, Clayton.

$2,975,000

23 toPton waY, Unit 3a, Clayton.

$793,000

3784 doC sargent road, Pacific.

$2,500,000

108 ClUb CreeK CoUrt, St. Albans.

$790,000

2 FordYCe lane, Ladue.

$2,450,000

369 merlot lane, St. Albans.

$775,000

blUFFs oF st. albans, St. Albans.

$2,389,500

2723 wYnnCrest manor, Wildwood.

$769,000

20 FordYCe lane, Ladue.

$2,350,000

543 woodCliFF heights drive, Wildwood.

$754,900

25 randelaY drive, Ladue.

$2,250,000

30 bellerive CoUntrY ClUb, town & Country.

$1,795,000

32 westmoreland PlaCe, CWE.

$1,649,000

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4218 west Pine avenUe, Unit a1, CWe.

$669,000

5105 lindell boUlevard, CWE.

$1,495,000

2 log Cabin drive, Ladue.

$1,450,000

516 maPleview, University City.

37 Portland PlaCe, CWE.

$1,450,000

776 village view CirCle, St. Albans.

$669,505

1121 loCUst street, #202, St. Louis.

27 berKleY lane, Ladue.

$1,349,900

736 st. albans sPring road, St. Albans.

$649,000

$220,000

12033 robYn ParK drive, Westwood.

$1,325,000

770 savannah Crossing waY, town & Country. $629,900

7749 KingsbUrY, Unit 31, Clayton.

$1,299,000

$610,000

$206,000

9044 ClaYton road, Richmond Heights.

1 treebrooK lane, Ladue.

8070 watKins drive, Unit 2e, Clayton.

2 litzsinger lane, Ladue.

$1,295,000

16411 Forest gate lane, Wildwood.

$589,900

64 briarCliFF, Ladue.

$1,175,000

6202 westminster PlaCe, CWe.

$559,000

213 troon CoUrt, St. Albans.

$1,249,000

13518 Featherstone drive, town & Country.

$499,000

22 ladUe CoUrt, Creve Coeur.

$1,229,000

766 bellerive manor drive, Creve Coeur.

$470,000

14790 sUgarwood trail, Chesterfield.

$1,195,000

16052 aUtUmn oaKs CirCle, ellisville.

$459,900

742 ChamPeix lane, Creve Coeur.

$1,149,000

14795 greenloCh CoUrt, Chesterfield.

24 west windrUsh CreeK, Creve Coeur.

$1,135,000

9052 ClaYton road, tbb, Richmond Heights.

$1,100,000

1e walinCa walK, Clayton.

$1,025,000

327 oaKleY lane, Kirkwood.

8 whiPPoorwill CoUrt, Defiance.

$999,900

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432 ConwaY meadows drive, Chesterfield.

$434,000

$699,000

710 soUth hanleY road, Unit 10a, Clayton.

$415,000 $370,000

10367 oxFord hill drive, Unit 11, Creve Coeur. $69,900

LotS/ACReAGe/FARmS 21 overbrooK drive, Ladue.

$600,000

$439,500

1 tbb CamPton at village view, St. Albans.

$469,900

208 timber traCe, St. Albans.

$409,000

1 tbb aUbUrn at village view, St. Albans.

$419,900

4 meadow aCres, Ladue.

$399,000

1133 wings road, St. Albans.

$348,900

$369,900

1138 wings road, St. Albans.

$348,900

$365,000

678 adda road, Labadie.

$80,000

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2 | MOSBY BUILDING ARTS

A dull, outdated fireplace can drag down a room. Mosby specializes in fireplace face-lifts, converting wood burning to gas or adding one where it never existed.

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3 | IMMERSE

Lighting is key to create the perfect atmosphere in your kitchen for showcasing furnishings, fittings and tile. Waterworks lighting illuminates mechanical integrity and meticulous craftsmanship.

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4 | MISSOURI FLOOR COMPANY

When a homeowner gets creative, we get excited! Patterns, wood species and feature strips can help us create a hardwood floor unique to your home.

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5 | STREIB COMPANY

Protect the most valuable assets this fall: your family and your home. With a monitored security system by Streib, you can have peace of mind with protection from burglary, fire, flooding and more.

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Beautiful design and flawless execution of this one of a kind residence.

Prime Clayton location with stores, restaurants and coffee shops just steps away. As you enter the home, the view is captivating and dramatic, forming the perfect backdrop for open, inviting living spaces, each with unique, custom features and detailing. The living space extends to the only two covered terraces in the building and they are also the largest in size, one on the South and one on the West. The master suite is luxurious with a beautiful view toward the Arch. $3,495,000

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119 Grand Meridien Forest Wildwood | 63005 119GrandMeridienForest.com

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6 | WILSON LIGHTING

Make your holiday houseguest feel right at home with cozy lighting, side tables, mirrors and more. You’ll find unique choices at the Wilson Lighting showroom.

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16749 Benton Taylor Dr Chesterfield | 63005 16749BentonTaylor.com

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A big, beautiful mirror is a must for pulling a room together. It adds style and dimension, reflects light, and is also functional for taking a last look before leaving!

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We are St. Louis’ exclusive distributor of Fiber ProTector, a revolutionary product that protects fine fabrics and textiles.

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9 | THE REFIND ROOM

Decorate for the holidays with an eclectic mix of entertaining items and decor. We will help you spice up your room with everything from vintage glassware to contemporary art and accessories.

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A custom vanity can create a dramatic and beautiful look in any bathroom.

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[DESIGN on my mind by alan e. brainerd

ode to a grecian urn…

The next time you have the opportunity to place a beautiful bouquet of flowers in a vase, I would like you to think about its history.

Once again we owe a timeless design to the ancient Greeks. They were the leading designers of utilitarian objects meant first for use, then for beauty. Remember the Klismos chair? In this case, they took great pride in the decoration of the vase and often, they used this art form as a way to record history. Like today’s decorative arts where choice is everything, they also created simple, plain vessels for use as well.

Culturally the Greeks were always striving for an extremely high level of artistic excellence, so it makes sense that the value of the vases was determined by the complexity and painting that was depicted. As time went on, the detail of the painting became more and more representative of real life and was done in finer perspective.

The Greeks began using a pottery wheel as early as 1800 B.C., so their ability to expand the shapes and sizes of vases was to be expected. The uses for their vases were many, ranging from prizes given to champion athletes to miniature vases for child’s play and vases for storage of food and beverage.

By the 8th century B.C., different shapes had their established uses, whether for funeral rituals, carrying liquid, or storage of grains and food. Today we still use the aryballos and lekythos for olive oil, the pyxis for toiletries, and the volute krater, kylix krater and bell krater for decorative display vases. Thank goodness for the civilized, forward-thinking Greeks!

DESIGN REDUX 50 shades of ... Pleasing Pumpkin Fall is my favorite time of year, and it has

been another great one in St. Louis so far. This year we are experiencing a marvelous burst of color, and it is so easy, dare I say exciting, to find inspiration in the color INVIGORATE BY SHERWIN WILLIAMS palette of nature.

When I began designing 32 years ago, there is one color from nature that I resisted, no, refused, to use: orange. For some reason, I had an immediate gut response to the color that sickened me. Well, I must have gotten over my allergy, since now I gladly embrace it. Actually, pumpkin is now one of my favorite shades.

It’s a softer incarnation of its parent color, orange, and not as rosy as its sister, coral. There is a depth to pumpkin that works with a broad range of other colors to create various fun and interesting combinations that can evoke traditional warmth or contemporary freshness. For example: pumpkin, brown and cinnamon; pumpkin, navy and white; pumpkin, green and yellow … you get the picture.

When you drive down the street and see the wonderful colors of changing leaves and notice how they all complement each other, it’s easy to understand how there are limitless possibilities when working with the colors of nature. And don’t forget: take a chance with pumpkin.

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TORTOISE: REAL OR FAUX Imitation is the best form of flattery. Since the early 1970s, when the Endangered Species Act was passed preventing the near-extinction of turtles, we now only ‘flatter’ these seagoing beauties of nature. However, a little history lesson on the part the turtle has played in the decorative arts is worth noting.

The term ‘tortoise shell’ is a general reference to the dorsal shell of the Hawksbill sea turtle. The use of this material for jewelry, dishes, combs and decorative items dates back to the pre-dynastic days in Egypt (35003100 B.C.). The Greeks, and later the Romans, collected these materials as outward signs of wealth. The Spanish made commercial use of items made from tortoise shell in the 15th century, broadening the appeal. Obviously, with a wider audience came multiple uses for this material. Furniture inlays, boxes, eyeglass frames and jewelry were adorned with or made from this exotic animal shell.

Fast-forward to the Victorian era when the resurgence of decorative items once again lent a well-traveled look to homes and the well-dressed figures of the day. It was rare to enter a properly designed Victorian home and not find one or multiple examples of this type of craftsmanship.

Now, as a result of the aforementioned act that passed in the ‘70s, only antique tortoise shell can be sold legally—no new items. The new law opened the door for artists to create a faux tortoise look on everything from woodwork to small snuff boxes. The faux because just as sought after as the real tortoise in the quest for a well-decorated home. The possibilities were limitless: Artists could decorate walls, ceilings and floors. Today, fabrics, wallcoverings and objets d’ art can be found with tortoise patterns. The good news is not a single tortoise was harmed to create these well-designed interiors!

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10088 LITZSINGER ROAD | $3,995,000

Enjoy warmth and serenity in this stunning great room with a hand-laid herringbone floor, soaring burl birch paneled walls, and dramatic arched windows—just a few of its custom finishes.

Filled with memories of family gatherings and family antiques, this formal, dramatic dining room has stunning architectural details, large bay windows and is the owner’s favorite room in the house.

MARGIE KUBIK

ANN WROTH AND HOLLY BRY

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8025 MARYLAND WALK, NO. 15C | $3,495,000

241 LINDEN AVE. | $2,975,000

Enjoy an open floor plan with access to balconies and outdoor living spaces. The sitting room, which leads to the dining room, features three polished metal fireplaces set in a marble wall.

Ascending from the front foyer gathering room, the doubleheight great room with marble surround fireplace is flanked by handsome, arched, built-in bookcases, a large bay window and custom bar area.

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21 BROOKWOOD ROAD | $2,600,000

29 GLENVIEW ROAD | $2,350,000

The recreation room with paneled walls features a marble fireplace, wet bar with granite counters, custom cabinetry and ceiling cloud with accent lighting. It leads outside to the inground pool.

The kitchen is spectacular with its high ceilings and adjoining hearth room. Both rooms are filled with light from the wall of windows looking out to the private backyard.

MARK & NEIL GELLMAN

LAURA MCCARTHY REAL ESTATE | 2730 N. BALLAS ROAD 314.569.1177 | LAURAMCCARTHY.COM

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Honored to welcome the following agents:

Steve Engel

Val Engel

Michael Winfrey

Tim Sweeney

Nancy Riehl

Maya Kefalov

Lynne Steinert

Lisa Frumhoff

Paul Levy

Reneeh Sarkar

Marti Merrifield

Courtney Glandt

Christy Housley

Ellen Schaeffer

Darcie Sheehan

Lauren Daugherty

Cathy Whealen

Jessica Gaines

Mallory Meeks

Angie Harness

Anne Kersten

Barbara Keathley

Belinda Rhoads

Heather Tibbetts

Rosine Ciaccio & RC Realty Group

Katie Barry

Paul Rueter

Anu Kabra

Rob Soete

Chris Ronberg

Rose McKay

Jerry Summers

Michelle Dean

Jo Juan Hornaday

Kasia Migdalska

Trisha Thomsen

Chrissy Wagner

Deborah Murphy

Amy Wellman

The Listing Sisters Elissa Miller & Jennie Larsen

Not Pictured: Zane Jackson, Jill Baldwin, Cathy Perry, Karen Will, Jared Pencook, Latham McCaskill, Terrance Fusselman, Shari Douglas, Claire Kelly, Michael Hartman

RedKey is honored to have welcomed a total of 51 agents in 2016.

All of them stand ready to assist you.

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14732 Timberway CourT ChesTerfield | $389,000

Highly sought-after home in the popular Thousand Oaks Subdivision features four bedrooms, two and a half baths, with spacious living and dining room areas and large eat-in kitchen.

1950 LOG CABIN LANE | $1,999,999

2 LITZSINGER LANE | $1,295,000

The dramatic great room is the heart of the home and features walls of windows, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace and paneled cathedral ceiling that is out of this world!

This light-filled sunroom with new travertine marble floor offers endless possibilities for everyday living and exceptional entertaining. The gorgeous French doors open to a patio and expansive lawn.

JOAN SCHNOEBELEN AND MEGAN SCHNOEBELEN ROWE LAURA MCCARTHY REAL ESTATE | 2730 N. BALLAS ROAD 314.569.1177 | LAURAMCCARTHY.COM

LINDA BENOIST AND LISA COULTER

8970 MOYDALGAN ROAD | $1,249,000

2306 ALPINE LAKE DRIVE, INNSBROOK $1,100,000

The flowing floor plan of this classic Bernoudy home steps down to a large, open living room with brick fireplace and a wall of windows that creates beautiful, natural light. It offers easy access to outdoor patios, which are great for family gatherings.

The open, modern kitchen offers premium lakeside living with soaring 21-foot ceilings and an antique stained glass window. It’s a gorgeous space to look out over the lake while enjoying a meal with friends and family.

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CUSTOM HOMES CUSTOM HOME IN CLAYTON

121 N. Brentwood Large, prime corner lot ready for your dream home. At nearly 15,000 sq. ft. this site can accommodate first-floor master and at-level garage. Home can orient toward Westmoreland or Brentwood with potential for a carriage house. Mature trees and ideal location in Clayton schools.

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St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 110 N. Warson Road November 12th: 8-3 Antiques, collectibles, quality home goods and crafts.

Proceeds benefit local charities.

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121 Hunter Ave, Ste 201 St. Louis, MO 63124

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