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Children’s book author Raquel (Smith) Hunter was honored by her alma mater, University City High School, as the 2018 University City Returning Artist. Hunter graduated in 1996 and wrote the popular book series Diary of Brave Rave. The University City Municipal Commission on Arts and Letters brings in renowned graduates to help prepare current students for careers in the arts.

ladies encouraging others The group of St. Louis police officers donated dozens of purses to the St. Patrick Center through its Blue Bags with Swag event. This is the second year the women have participated in the community outreach program.

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IN THE KNOW COVER STORY – West County Center TALK OF THE TOWNS THE INSIDER SPECIAL FEATURE – Easter Events STUDENT STANDOUTS

SPRING FOR A CAUSE 18 COVER STORY – Assistance League of St. Louis 20 SPECIAL FEATURE – Funding the Future

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we’re sorry » IN OUR FEB. 28 ISSUE ON P. F12, WE INCORRECTLY STATED THAT MICHAEL STAENBERG WAS FOUNDER OF GARBANZO. HE IS A MEMBER OF THE TEAM, WHICH INCLUDES CEO AND ST. LOUIS NATIVE JAMES PARK, THAT BROUGHT THE RESTAURANT CHAIN TO ST. LOUIS.

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PICTURED ON THE COVER: THE LITVAG FAMILY AT J. GILBERT’S AT WEST COUNTY CENTER. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER, VISIT SHOPWESTCOUNTYCENTER.COM OR FIND THE SHOPPING CENTER ON FACEBOOK. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO BY TIM PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

Members of the University City organization knitted 70 personalized hats for newborns during its Little Hats, Big Hearts initiative for National Heart Month.

The communitywide effort is designed to help raise awareness for congenital heart defects, and the hats will be distributed by local hospitals.

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Dr. Gene Cohen was one of the dentists on hand during a recent Give Kids A Smile event at Saint Louis University.

Hundreds of dental professionals and volunteers provided 357 kids with $283,445 in free dental care. The organization has provided a total of $9.1 million in care locally since 2002.

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same, and I immediately made a rebuttal that it’s not. I started quoting facts from my interview last year with Tamara Keefe, founder of the wonderful Clementine’s Creamery (one of only 14 microcreameries in the country!), that prove there is a definite difference between quality ice cream and store brands. When I added: “And she tries to use local ingredients as much as possible,” so began our next discussion. He claims I would shop at a store that simply was called ‘Local Stuff’ no matter what it offered.

While we were joking, it made me realize how much I live and believe in what we promote here at Town&Style. Local really is the best. What could be better than supporting restaurateurs who buy produce from farmers who live 25 miles away instead of thousands? Or buying from a shop that promotes and encourages local artists? I want to help my neighbors (beyond the ones who live on my street) whenever I can.

Mike Vitale, owner of Vitale’s Deli, would be on my side. This man, who is featured in Apronomics, epitomizes what it means to be a friendly neighbor. I might be a little biased; we live a couple of blocks away from his sandwich shop and have gotten to know Mike from our regular trips. Our dogs know to stop at his door every time we walk by because inevitably, no matter how busy he is, he’ll come out with homemade T-Rav dog treats.

He loves everything about what community means in St. Louis.

Instead of going through some drive-through for lunch, Vitale’s is a place to run into neighbors, have meaningful conversations and get an amazing sandwich all in one trip.

So yes, I am enchanted with everything local—and proud of it! Read our pages and jump on the bandwagon.

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overwhelming place. Simple things we take for granted can become tremendous undertakings.

This is especially true for children. Autism Speaks is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with autism and their families. This spring, the nonprofit is partnering with West County Center for two sensory-friendly events.

The shopping center first joined forces with the nonprofit this past holiday season for Santa Cares, an opportunity for children with special needs to visit with a specially trained Santa and have photos taken in a sensory-friendly environment. “We reached out to the local Autism Speaks chapter, and it was very excited to bring this service to the families it helps,” says Sean Phillips, marketing director at West County Center. “It was a really big success, and we got great feedback. So many families were thankful because they’d never been able to share that experience with their children.”

For the Easter season, West County Center will hold a Bunny Cares event from 9 to 11 a.m.

March 18. The event also will be held at three other area malls owned by the same management company: Mid Rivers Mall, St. Clair Square and South County Center. “We know that the same families who had never been able to meet Santa are in the same situation with the Easter Bunny,” Phillips says. Families will have the opportunity to come before the mall opens, and photo packages will be available for purchase. No one will have to wait in line, and the lights and sound will be adjusted to better suit children with autism or other special needs. “Families know what to expect, and we provide children on the spectrum a chance to participate in something most kids get to do,” says Amanda Kernan, field development manager for the local chapter of Autism Speaks.

April is National Autism Awareness Month, and in recognition of this, the shopping center also will host Autism Eats from noon to 3 p.m. April 15. “I thought this was an excellent opportunity for our Restaurant Village,” Phillips says. “It will be great to provide families the opportunity to eat together in a restaurant setting.” Autism Eats will offer an autism-friendly, nonjudgmental environment for dining and socializing at Bravo! Cucina Italiana, J. Gilbert’s and McCormick & Schmick’s. “There often is a lot of anxiety when families go out with a child who is on the spectrum,” Kernan says. “This event will allow them to enjoy the experience.”

Advanced registration and reservations are required for both Bunny Cares and Autism Eats.

Families can register and find more information by visiting the Connect page on West County Center’s website or the Events section on Facebook. “These are really great things we are able to do for kids in the community,” Kernan says. “It’s important to give these children experiences that a lot of people take for granted.” &

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How about ‘Ozzie Smith’ as a name for the district that is a half-mile square of Midtown bordered by Laclede and Chouteau avenues, Grand Boulevard, and Vandeventer and Spring avenues? That name— although perhaps wildly popular in Cardinals Nation—would be pretty dumb ... not to mention irrelevant. Well, we didn’t give you much time, but neither did the St. Louis Midtown Redevelopment Corp., which sent us a news release March 1. It challenged folks like you and me, but especially anyone affiliated with SLU and SSM Health St. Louis, to come up with a name for the burgeoning district that connects SLU’s north and south campuses.

(The deadline was two days ago on March 12. Not to worry. Somebody else’s fantastic, clever name for the district will be announced March 20. The next day, in our March 21 issue, we’ll let everyone know.) For the university and its medical center, one of the most important developments is the new, $550 million SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital and outpatient care center, set to open in 2020. (Strangely, that’s south of the area in question …) A hospital spokeswoman says it’s not clear what will be the eventual use for an area at 39th and Park, the southwest corner of the hospital property. It could be a parking lot. It could be green space. But it will look really cool. Two archways left standing from a demolished building (pictured) indicate it will be architecturally interesting. Meanwhile, back within the ‘official’ borders, two new residence halls recently were completed at SLU. Several other projects already are under development for the as-

Are you one of those tax-addled people madly scrambling to pull everything together at the last minute … or even later? Relax. (I know, right?) During tax season, AARP and VITA* are offering free tax assistance at various St. Louis Public Library locations during the week. You’ll even have through April 16 to find help at the Carpenter Branch, 3309 S. Grand Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mondays only. Important: You’ll need to make an appointment at Carpenter, as well as at most other branches administered by AARP, by calling 314.525.1660. (As you may know, the nation’s tax deadline is April 17 this year, so you’ll have two additional days to file.) Only VITA handles the tax-bewildered on a first-come, first-served basis: A.) on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through April 13 at the Barr Branch, 1701 S. Jefferson Ave., and B.) on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through April 14 at the Schlafly Branch, 225 N. Euclid Ave. Although these services are not administered by SLPL, state and federal tax forms are available online and can be printed at any SLPL location. *The UMSL VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program provides free tax preparation for low-income, disabled and elderly residents of the city, county and St. Charles County.

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If all goes according to plan, and a developer receives the City of Frontenac’s blessing, a Ladue School District property that has languished for nearly a decade will be the site of 31 luxury villas.

(Frontenac’s zoning allows for no more than 3.5 units per acre of land.) The erstwhile Ladue Early Childhood Center now occupies the 9-acre parcel at 10601 and 10635 Clayton Road. Its last year in service was the 2009-10 school year, after which it moved to 10890 Ladue Road, adjacent to the district’s

Fifth Grade Center … which itself formerly was home to Westminster Christian Academy. A school district RFP last September garnered six purchase offers, none of which was satisfactory at first. But further negotiations with McBride Berra Land Co. culminated in an offer accepted by the school board.

Pending the city’s approval, the district anticipates the sale will close by the end of August. The school district was loath to disclose the purchase price until all the financial Is are dotted and Ts crossed.

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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! You’re close, kind of. Because it is super! Evoking images of clouds, a flock of birds or a squadron of futuristic aircraft, the sculpture suspended from the ceiling of Terminal 2 at St. Louis Lambert International Airport may be stationary, but it could start moving as soon as you look away.

At least, it feels like that. It took 10 days for the undulating structure, Spectroplexus, to be installed last June by a team of eight Wash U. architecture grad students. (Geez, we hope they each got an ‘A.’) If you haven’t flown Southwest Airlines in the past nine months, you’ve missed it so far. And if you’re not in that terminal before December, you may miss it entirely: The airport’s original plan was to keep the 100-foot-long contraption—made of 1,800 carbonfiber frames and 1,200 polycarbonate panels—up for only 18 months. As lightweight as it appears, the installation weighs 410 pounds. You can’t miss it. It’s in the ticketing lobby, the first thing you see coming up the escalator from baggage claim. So, what in heaven’s name are you gonna do the next time you’re stuck in Terminal 1 because your flight keeps getting delayed? (We hear that happens from time to time.) We recommend taking the free shuttle to Terminal 2. Viewing the sculpture might lift your spirits.

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If all that state and federal legislators can manage after a mass shooting is to send out ‘thoughts and prayers,’ at least corporations are getting things done by standing up to the NRA with the ‘Never Again’ spirit of the high-schoolers who survived the massacre in Parkland, Florida, on Valentine’s Day. Enterprise Holdings of Clayton was among companies in the travel, financial services and cybersecurity industries that curtailed or eliminated discounts for NRA members. Enterprise, headquartered in Clayton, runs the Enterprise, Alamo and National car rental groups, and on March 26, will end the discount deal it has with the NRA. A clerk in the Dick’s Sporting Goods firearms department at West County Center in Des Peres says it’s pretty much business as usual since

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company management made several policy changes in response to Parkland. The only obvious change at his store, he pointed out, were the new signs posted discreetly to alert customers that the minimum age is 21 for firearms or ammunition purchases. Handguns aren’t sold in the store. (Under federal law, a person must be at least 21 to buy a handgun from a firearms dealer. Federal law stipulates that 18-year-olds can buy semiautomatic rifles and other firearms.) In any event, the decision by Dick’s—and then by Walmart, the nation’s largest firearms retailer—was among the most significant actions corporate America has taken on guns ... recently. After the 2012 massacre at Sandy Hook, Dick’s dropped assault-type rifles from its inventory. Today, Dick’s is going further, calling on elected officials to pass ‘common sense gun reform’: raising the minimum age to buy guns or ammo to 21, banning assault-type weapons and bump stocks, and conducting broader background checks that include mental health information and previous interactions with law enforcement. This is in line with what student activists want. Research shows that most Americans want significant changes to gun laws.

Now, for those who insist the only way anyone can take their guns away is to ‘pry them from their cold, dead hands,’ it’s time to get real. Some of my favorite law-abiding citizens own guns—for self-defense, hunting, recreational shooting and so on. An AR-15 is probably big fun to fire at the range, too, but it’s a military weapon, invented to kill people, and fast.

This has nothing to do with the Second Amendment, adopted in 1791 when firearms were primitive, and danger from foreign enemies imminent. Firearms choices were limited to a musket or flintlock pistol; both took some time to reload, and neither was accurate. England would remain a threat for years to come, e.g., the War of 1812. But the NRA, a lobbying group with very deep pockets, is nothing like the organization founded in 1871, just a decade after the rifle itself was developed. Dana Loesch, a presentday spokesperson, is downright sinister. Technology continues to transform firearms into much more deadly weapons than anything the drafters of the Second Amendment could possibly have intended or imagined 200 years ago. &

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A GLIMPSE AT WHAT’S GOING ON AROUND ST. LOUIS AND BEYOND.

◀ A heads up for Hamilton fans!

Award-winning actress MANDY GONZALEZ, who plays Angelica Schuyler in the Broadway musical, will be in the StL for one night only. The nonprofit literary publication december, headquartered in St. Louis, invited her to perform a benefit

HAPPY IRISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH!

Every year since 1991, the president and Congress designate March as the time to honor the achievements and contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants. I hope that hasn't changed.

Some people may only think about the Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. Perhaps they attend one of the two parades held in St. Louis, drink green beer or dance an Irish jig. My only hope is they don’t use the day to over imbibe and scream “Erin go Bragh!” Which, if you are truly Irish, annoys the hell out of you.

I have written before about tracing my ancestors to Ireland. They were part of the more than 4.5 million who arrived in the United States between 1820 and 1930 in an attempt to escape poverty and famine. Let’s just say they were not met with open arms. The Irish apparently had a reputation as being uncultured, drunk, pugnacious and almost savage like. In cartoons, the Irish are depicted as ape-like drunks. Remember, they had an advantage by speaking English (maybe a little more colorfully), but it still was hard for them to be accepted.

But where would this country be without the Irish?

There are more than 253 Irish born men who have received the Medal of Honor. Everyone knows that John F. Kennedy was Irish, but did you also know that Barack Obama can trace his roots back to Moneygall in County Offaly as a great (times 5)-grandson of Joseph Kearney? Ireland gave us Spencer Tracy, Bing Crosby and Gene Kelly. But did you know that Walt Disney's ancestors also hailed from Ireland?

Yes, the Irish are to blame for that horrible ride at Disney World, It’s a Small World After All. (And I am to blame for the ear worm that has planted the song in your head.)

Without the Irish, there would be no Guinness or Jameson, two of the finest adult beverages you can drink. The Irish, normally a peace-loving group, also invented the guided missile, tank and submarine.

And most importantly, the flavored potato chip, or crisp as they are called in Ireland. A world without barbecue potato chips? Horrible to contemplate.

Immigration. Without it, these United States would not exist. Over the past few years, the topic has caused lots of heated discussions among friends and foes. Everyone has an opinion, but the reality is, unless you are a Native American, you came from somewhere else. I know there wasn’t a crowd of well-wishers waiting to greet my great-grandfather Patrick Fitzgerald or my great-great-grandfather Daniel Noonan when they arrived in New York City.

Both made their way to St. Louis where a load of other Fitzgeralds/Noonans/Gallaghers were born and became roofers, policemen, doctors, CPAs, lawyers, priests, nuns and parents. And to my knowledge, not a one of us has ended up in prison.

(Well, except for great Uncle Mike, but I don’t think he was convicted.) It is a nice story to remember on St. Patrick’s Day, two men’s successful immigration to the United States that resulted in so many of us living such an amazing life. Just remember: If you’re lucky enough to be Irish, you’re lucky enough!

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Funds raised will support the magazine's writers and artists. Gonzalez recently released a debut solo album, Fearless. Tickets can be purchased at metrotix.com and decembermag.org, or by calling 314.301.9980.

▼▼▼ FRIENDS OF THE SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY LIVER CENTER recently made a $450,000 gift to the center, which supports liver disease research, patient care and education. The donation was made possible by funds from its annual gala and other fundraising events.

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〈〈〈 THE MAIN EVENTS 〉〉〉 Join Mayor Lyda Krewson and other VIPs at 1 p.m. March 17 for the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, starting at 20th and Market streets. This year's theme is 'Rite of Spring,' and more than 5,000 marchers and 130 floats and bands will fill the streets. The Michelob Ultra St. Patrick's Day Run gets under way at 9 a.m.

Pick up a paddle at Lot 49, a contemporary art auction, party and fundraiser March 23 at The Luminary arts incubator.

A VIP cocktail reception and preview hour kicks off at 7 p.m., and the public event starts at 8 p.m. Proceeds support The Luminary's programs.

Surround yourself with living color at the Missouri Botanical Garden's popular annual Orchid Show through March 25. Explore the 'orchid-mania' of the Victorian era and learn more about these exotic blooms.

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The pastel eggs, chocolates, jellybeans & Easter grass are coming out— St. Louis is ready for the Easter Bunny! Check out these festive events to get your family in the spirit of the holiday.

Through 3/31 PICTURES WITH THE EASTER BUNNY West County Center * Sensory-friendly bunny on 3/18 Meet-and-greet, story time, balloon sculptures, free giveaways

10 A.M.-9 P.M. MON.-SAT., 11 A.M.-6 P.M. SUN. $24.99 - $49.99 314.288.2020 | SHOPWESTCOUNTYCENTER.COM

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3/17, 3/24 & 3/31 BREAKFAST WITH BUNNY Saint Louis Zoo Breakfast buffet with the Easter Bunny and costumed characters 8:30 & 10:30 A.M., 12:30 P.M. | FREE-$27 314.646.4897 | STLZOO.ORG

3/17-3/31 EASTER EGG - CITEMENT Eckert’s Belleville Country Store & Farms Egg hunt, baby chicks and bunnies, face painting, Easter Bunny, treats

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3/23 UNDERWATER EASTER EGG HUNT Carondelet YMCA Eighth annual egg hunt in the pool for kids of all ages 5-9 P.M. | $3-$5 | GWRYMCA.ORG

3/23 & 3/24 ADULT EGG HUNTER & EASTER EGG SCRAMBLE Bluebird Park Adult egg hunt and bonfire on Friday night, kids’ easter egg scramble on Saturday 3/23: 7:30 P.M., 3/24: 10 A.M. 3/23: $8-$12, 3/24: FREE | ELLISVILLE.MO.US

3/24 22ND ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT Lindenwood Park Activities start at noon, hunt begins at 1 p.m.

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Megan started rowing during her freshman year of high school, and her talents were acknowledged with the Leroy Schmaltz Award for best female novice rower in Missouri. She works out daily in the gym or at Creve Coeur Lake and is excited for the spring competitive season. “When you’re in a fast boat, it’s like magic,” she explains. “You look forward to the goosebumps and the adrenaline rush. It feels like you’re flying.” As for why she chose to continue on at West Virginia? “I loved the girls on the rowing team, and I enjoyed the competitive atmosphere. It just felt like the right fit for me,” she says.

Megan’s interests are not limited to racing shells and regattas, however. She won a recent televised culinary competition for her school with a macaron recipe that impressed the judges. She also loves volunteering and is a junior board member at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital.

“That really got me excited about studying health care management,” she says. “My ultimate goal is to get an MBA and a master’s degree in health administration. I’m really interested in the business side of medicine.”

College will be a new experience for Megan, but she doesn’t plan on slowing down.

“I don’t need much sleep, and I actually prefer not to relax,” she laughs. “I’d rather be active and stay busy!”

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St. Louisans at the Radio Arts Foundation’s Kaleidoscope: A Next Generation Artist Concert, where he performed several classical pieces.

Besides his fourth-grade studies at Forsyth School, he also is a pupil of Zena Ilyashov at the Community Music School at Webster University.

Recent accolades include awards from the Kaufman International Youth Piano Competition in New York City and the Missouri Music Teachers Association Competition. “I perform in a lot of recitals and assemblies,” Jerry says. “At school, my teacher usually comes up with a story for each piece, and especially if it’s something happy, then that’s how I feel when I play.”

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Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School third-grader Ayden Nelson has been impressing teachers and judges with her dance skills for quite a while, from school talent shows to more prominent performances. She does solo and group routines as a student of Professional Dance Center and has won local and national awards from Kids Artistic Revue, Radix Dance Convention and other competitions. “I started dancing when I was 2, and now, I do jazz, tap and other styles,” she says. “I really like contemporary dance because it’s creative. It lets me be myself and get out of my comfort zone a little.” Last year, she performed alongside Dancing with the Stars champ Jordan Fisher at a Velocity Nationals Season Finale competition. She has danced in productions of The Nutcracker at the Fox Theatre and Touhill Center and is hoping to appear in this year’s VP Parade.

Ayden, 8, says she loves to shine in the classroom as well as on stage. “My favorite subjects are writing, math and Hebrew,” she says. “I have so many topics I like writing about, like the weather, rain and tornadoes. I’m really interested in how those things work—I love watching Tornado Alley on The Weather Channel. I may want to be a meteorologist when I grow up.” When she is on a break from dancing and studying, Ayden enjoys playing the piano.

“I’m using an app to teach myself,” she says. She also wants to expand into acting and hopes to audition for a show at The Muny.

“Ayden studies hard and dances hard,” says her mom, Amy Nelson. “The time she puts into her passion and other interests is amazing, and the amount of focus she has at her age is special.”

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Choose from six great Summer Academies with extraordinary teachers, field trips, experiments, simulations and physical activity. Three two-week, full-day sessions are held at Wydown Middle School for students completing kindergarten through eighth grade.

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From art and sports to STEAM and more, our camps partner with Craft Alliance and Scott Gallagher Soccer Club and offer on-site swimming, lunch option, and pre- and post-care. The J welcomes all kids ages 3 through 15 for camps that promote happiness, growth, friendship and fun.

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Laumeier offers one-week summer art camps in half-day morning sessions for ages 4 through 6 and full-day sessions for ages 6 through 15, beginning June 11. All materials are provided!

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Sing with The St. Louis Children’s Choirs this summer! Choose from Vocal Jazz Camp for high-schoolers June 11 through 22, Acappellooza Jr. A Cappella Camp for middleschoolers June 11 through 15 and Summer Singing Camp for elementary students June 18 through 22.

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Spread kindness this summer! Through introductions to nonprofits and global causes, K.A.R.E. Camp facilitates discussion and offers field trips, hands-on projects and unique service opportunities to inspire children to be grateful, compassionate and kind.

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THE AUTHORS BRUNCH IS A WELL-ATTENDED EVENT AND ONE OF THE NONPROFIT’S LARGEST FUNDRAISERS.

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chapter—one of the largest of the 120 chapters nationwide—turns 30, and considering that its 500 all-volunteer members logged 72,000 service hours last year alone, three decades represents a whole lot of good. “We look for particular niches where needs can be filled,” says current president Suzanne Pratl. “Everything we do is carefully considered.”

Indeed, all nine of the nonprofit’s programs speak to sensitivity, and to kindness. Whether it’s Operation Hug, which provides cuddly teddy bears to children and adults in hospitals and shelters; Project ROSE (Raise Our Self Esteem), which assembles gift bags of personal care items for women in emergency shelters; or Steps to Success, which fits and gives footwear to more than 3,300 children at 30 area elementary schools, Assistance League is always thinking about specific, finely tuned ways to help those in need.

Three new projects launched last year are further proof of that. All, Pratl says, serve the needs of children, and all fall under the umbrella of Assistance League’s Beyond the Bell program. Each has a literacy component because, as Pratl stresses, minds need to be nurtured as well as bodies.

Pack for Kids, for instance, provides a weekend backpack of books and nourishing food for underserved children during the school year. Beyond the Bell Clothing supplies books and schoolappropriate clothing for children and young adults outside the traditional Operation School Bell program, which currently provides new, well-fitting uniforms to more than 50 students in 29 area schools. Books from Friends encourages reading by providing new and gently used books to area children in need. Pratl says nearly 4,000 books were distributed to nine organizations and schools in 2016 and 2017, among them International Institute, Lift for Life Academy, Buddy Bags, Circle of Concern, Little Libraries, Let’s Start and Midtown Charities. (In total, across all Assistance League programs, 12,000 books were donated last year, Pratl notes).

“We look for places where we can make a difference,” she says, adding that Assistance League of St. Louis has received the Platinum Award from GuideStar for the past three years, in part due to its 80 percent return to the community. Only 1 percent of GuideStar’s nonprofit members earn this elite status.

In keeping with its focus on literacy, the organization is set to host its second biggest fundraiser, the 13th annual Authors Brunch, April 28 at the Edward Jones atrium. The event will feature two speakers, Amy Dickinson, a longtime nationally syndicated advice columnist who will discuss her newest book, Strangers Tend To Tell Me Things, and Kevin Killeen, author of Never Hug a Nun. Killeen, who is known locally for his years with KMOX Radio, will share his experiences of growing up in Webster Groves and his roles at KMOX. In addition to the author address and a delicious brunch, there will be a raffle of more than 30 cleverly themed and luxuriously appointed ‘opportunity baskets.’ “Both of these personalities have a funny, lighthearted way of looking at the tough issues in life,” Pratl says. “Laughter is the best medicine; I have no doubt it will be a wonderful occasion for all.”

ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF ST. LOUIS IS AN ALL-VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION WITH MEMBERS WHO SERVE THE SPECIFIC NEEDS OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN THE AREA. IT IS HOSTING ITS 13TH ANNUAL AUTHORS BRUNCH APRIL 28 AT THE EDWARD JONES ATRIUM. PICTURED ON THE COVER: FEATURED AUTHORS AMY DICKINSON AND KEVIN KILLEEN. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 636.227.6200 OR VISIT ALSTL.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY ALLIE BRONSKY | COVER PHOTOS COURTESY OF ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF ST. LOUIS

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THIS ANNUAL EVENT HONORED OUR ORGANIZATION’S MOST GENEROUS DONORS FROM 2017 AT THE PALLADIUM - ST. LOUIS ON FEBRUARY 22.

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THE FUTURE B Y S T E P H A N I E WA L L A C E

ST. LOUIS IS HOME TO SOME TRULY AMAZING NONPROFITS. While their missions and dedication are certainly worth applauding, the creativity and consideration they put into fundraising is also very impressive. We’ve asked three local nonprofits to tell us how they approach it and what the future holds.

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Cultivating relationships with individuals is key for effective fundraising, according to Frank Cognata, vice president of development. “According to Giving USA, charitable giving hit a record $390.5 billion in 2016, and 80 percent was given by individuals,” he says. The nonprofit, which supports the families of seriously ill children, hosts events simply to celebrate major donors and volunteers. “Our intent is to convey our appreciation to these individuals,” he notes. “They are stakeholders and partners in our mission.”

There have been shifts in how fundraising processes are handled, according to Cognata. He says corporations and organizations have changed their approach to grants, which means nonprofits have to research more to attain them. Technology also has changed many things, from communication with donors to one-click donations. “Online fundraising continues to grow in popularity year after year,” he says.

Ronald McDonald House uses fundraising to engage the community. Its Recycle for RMHC campaign encourages children to learn about recycling. “It’s a wonderful way we can interact with St. Louis,” Cognata says. “The city’s generosity makes fundraising efforts and finding volunteers a true pleasure.”

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Exexutive director Courtney Berg compares ideal fundraising tactics to a Venn diagram. When you are thinking about following trends versus sticking with tried-and-true methods, it’s important to find the sweet spot in the middle, she says. “We do pay attention to research being done about philanthropic giving, but we also need to make sure what we do resonates with our volunteers and families,” she explains. This approach complements a fundraising trend she says is emerging: intentional giving with a focus on seeing an impact. “People want to see where their money is going,” she says. “I love that. It aligns with our philosophy and deepens personal relationships.”

Fundraising for Girls on the Run is about connecting people with the mission of inspring girls to be healthy and confident, according to Berg. She says the organization invites people to be charity athletes through its SoleMates program, and even its Power of ONE gala takes a different approach. “It’s not a plated dinner,” she says. “We call it cocktail attire with sneakers. It’s all about being joyful, healthy and confident.”

ST. LOUIS ARC St. Louis Arc provides services, family support and advocacy to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Director of development Jennifer Adams says building relationships remains the foundation of the nonprofit’s fundraising efforts. “St. Louis is so philanthropic and capable of change,” Adams says. “It’s a great place to raise money for important causes.” Emerging technology is an area where she sees exciting new trends. “It’s a great way to educate the community and a new style of relationship development,” she says. “There also has been a trend in anonymous donors giving through Facebook or other online platforms.”

Adams says it’s important that St. Louis Arc tailors fundraising events to its culture and values. One of its major fundraisers is Superheroes for Kids, a cocktail party where guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite comic book heroes. Adams says the superhero spin was a logical choice, combining a festive atmosphere with the nonprofit’s mission. “We see our families and advocates as superheroes,” she says.

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Cares » Bunny March 18 | West County Center

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Power of ONE Annual Gala, presented by Edward Jones » The April 12 | Lumen Event Space 314.862.6266 | emily@girlsontherunstlouis.org

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ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF ST. LOUIS Annual Authors Brunch » 13th April 28 | The Atrium at Edward Jones 636.227.6200 | alstl.org

RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ST. LOUIS

Annual Cushman & Wakefield/RMH Golf Tournament » 33rd and Dinner Auction June 3: Dinner Auction June 4: Golf Tournament Meadowbrook Country Club 314.932.4116 | rmhcstl.com/events

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1 | GATEWAY REGION YMCA

American Diabetes Alert Day is March 27. Go online or visit your local YMCA March 19 through 27 to take a simple health risk assessment, and they’ll waive your joining fee. It’s that simple!

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2 | WEST COUNTY CENTER

Bunny Cares is a sensory-friendly event for kids with special needs to enjoy a visit and photos with the Easter Bunny from 9 to 11 a.m. March 18. Visit our website to make reservations on Eventbrite.

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3 | RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ST. LOUIS

A new Ronald McDonald Family Room has opened inside St. Louis Children’s Hospital to serve local and out-of-town families. Call for volunteer opportunities.

3450 Park Ave. | 314.773.1100 | rmhcstl.com

4 | ST. LOUIS OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS

Join SLOCA for its annual gala April 21, featuring cocktails and dinner, exciting auction items like a Mexican getaway and a Goldendoodle puppy, and an uplifting program by survivor and ovarian cancer advocate Randalynn Vasel.

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5 | ST. LOUIS ARC

Join us April 19 for Superheroes for Kids, a cosmic cocktail party of epic proportions. The event benefits Arc’s programs for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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RISE COLLABORATIVE WORKSPACE

one-year anniversary celebration by bill barrett WHERE RISE WHY The collaborative workspace provides a

professional office setting and services specifically designed for female professionals. It is a dynamic and carefully curated community of women. WHO Founder and CEO Stacy Taubman, partner and COO Kate Wiegmann, community manager Rian Edwards HIGHLIGHTS Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres

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recycled art sale meet the chairs:

Phyllis Langsdorf, co-chair; Peggy Remis, co-chair

Why is this nonprofit important to you?

NCJW provides a large number of community service programs to help women, children and families in the St. Louis metropolitan area. Many programs provide services to the community enabling the organization to continue to be forward thinking and innovative. All are extremely well run and reach a wide and diverse audience. Anything we can do to help the NCJW mission and its programs like Back to School!

Store, Kids Community Closet and Healing Hearts Bank make us feel like we are doing something positive for the community.

Event Goals:

The Recycled Art Sale will help provide necessary funds to put on the various community projects and programs of the NCJW St. Louis.

about the organization

MISSION STATEMENT Inspired by Jewish values to advance social and economic justice for all women, children and families

Event Details

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DATE: 5-8 p.m. April 25, VIP Preview Night ($18 donation); 10-7 p.m. April 26, open to the public

LOCATION: The Resale Shop CONTACT INFO:

ncjwstl.org/events/recycled-art-sale

295 N. Lindbergh Blvd. • 314.993.5181 • ncjwstl.org

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SUE HARRISON AND SALLY HARRISON

Laura Wasson, chair; Lynne Spriggs, co-chair

the power of ONE annual gala

Why is this nonprofit important to you?

Sue Harrison, co-chair; Sally Harrison, co-chair

meet the chairs

VOYCE is the true voice of the resident living in long-term care communities. It works to assure residents’ rights and the right to quality care by providing a trained advocate to resolve issues for individuals and families free of charge. In addition, VOYCE helps individuals and families sort through the various long-term care options available to them so they are able to make the best possible decisions for their loved one.

Event Goals:

The conference creates public awareness of VOYCE’s role in speaking up for quality long-term care by providing cutting-edge education to those who have a direct impact on the delivery of quality care to those living in long-term care settings. The conference also offers seminars and guidance to consumers searching for available long-term care services in greater St. Louis.

about the organization

MISSION STATEMENT: To educate and empower persons and their families for quality living across the continuum of long-term care.

meet the chairs

Why is this nonprofit important to you?

“Both of my daughters have been involved with Girls on the Run, and I was a coach. Witnessing firsthand the positive impact the program had on my own girls was a wonderful experience for us to share.”

-Sally “Of course, because of the girls! As a coach, I see how it provides them with positive role models, along with skills for surviving the everyday challenges of being a girl in today’s world.”

- Sue

Event Goals:

The gala supports our scholarship fund, reaching 70 percent of our participants. Since 2002, Girls on the Run St. Louis has empowered more than 45,000 girls to realize their limitless potential. Girls develop life skills, self-confidence and competence, learning to stand up for themselves and others. Girls use these skills now and will use them 20, 30 and even 50 years from now as women. After all, these are the female leaders of tomorrow.

about the organization

MISSION STATEMENT: To empower girls for a lifetime of healthy living

Event Details

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DATE: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., June 14 and 15 LOCATION: Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel CONTACT INFO: 314.918.8222 info@voycestl.org • voycestl.org

DATE: 6 p.m. April 12 LOCATION: Lumen Event Space CONTACT INFO: Emily Franz emily@girlsontherunstlouis.org

680 Craig Road, Ste. 245 • 314.918.8222 voycestl.org

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

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LAURA WASSON AND LYNNE SPRIGGS

Spring Accessories Have Sprung!

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aura Dern was a vision in white at the 90th annual Academy Awards. From her deep side part and curls to her soft pink lip, she was reminiscent of a modern Veronica Lake. Makeup artist Simone Almekias-Siegl for Marc Jacobs Beauty drew inspiration from old Hollywood glamour, and you can recreate the look at home by following these steps.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! • Purses • Jewelry

• Accessories • Bridal

• Hair Goods • Scarves

• Clothing • Gifts

Cover and Conceal: To even out your complexion, apply Shameless Youthful-Look 24H Foundation SPF 25 with The Seamless–Liqu id Foundation Brush No. 4. Use Re(marc)able Full Cover Concealer to cover up any dark areas under the eyes and apply it to the eyelid to brighten and create a smooth canvas.

9811 Clayton Road | St. Louis MO 63124 314.942.3055 | shineboutiquestlouis.com HOURS: M-SAT 9:30am-5:30pm

You Glow, Girl!: To give your face depth, brush the O!Mega Bronzer Perfect Tan in Tantric onto your temples, a little on the nose, and along the cheek contour and chin. Use Air Blush Soft Glow Duo in Kink & Kisses on your cheeks to add extra freshness and dab on Glow Stick Glistening Illuminator in Spotlight above the blush for a subtle highlight. To create natural brightness, apply Remedy Concealer Pen under the eye and on the inner corner of the eye, smile lines and between the brows. To set your complexion, brush a light coat of Perfection Powder–Featherweight Finish onto your T-zone and eyelids.

AIR B LUSH SOFT GLOW DUO

S(teal)ing the Show: Use Eye-Conic Multi-Finish Eyeshadow Palette in Smartorial. Start with the matte nude shade ‘Whenever’ all over your lid, and then apply the teal ‘For Once’ on the outer crease and lower lash line. Finish with the shimmering light brown ‘They Know Who’ for a little pop. Next, line your upper eye with Fineliner Ultra-Skinny Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner in Co(vert), a deep evergreen. For the finishing touch, apply Feather Noir Ultra-Skinny Lash Discovering Mascara on the lower lashes and Velvet Noir Major Volume Mascara on top for some glam.

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POUTLINER LONGWEAR LIP LINER PENCIL

RE(COVER) PERFECTING COCONUT SETTING MIST

Nearly Nude: To shape your lips and prevent feathering, apply Poutliner Longwear Lip Liner Pencil in Invisible. For the perfect pink-nude color, mix Poutliner Longwear Lip Liner Pencil in Honey(bun) and Le Marc Lip Crème Lipstick in Sonic Truth.

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The dreary chill of winter is almost a distant memory, making way for the sunshine and brightness of spring. Just as the weather transitions, so should your closet and everything in it. Our mantra for the season? Fear not bold patterns and lots of color!

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Save the day from being basic with a punch of color and attractive details like a caped sleeve.

Ted Baker London oversize drape front dress, $279 from Nordstrom at West County Center | Christian Louboutin So Kate Floral 120 pump, $725 from Neiman Marcus | Glitter fishnet tights, $12.99 from H&M at West County Center P G 3 0 / S TA N D TA L L

Elegant style and bold colors—it's a combo that can take you anywhere.

Milly ‘Leighton’ wrap blouse, $325 from Mister Guy Women's | Alice + Olivia ‘Jalisa’ high-waisted pants, $295 from Neiman Marcus | Gemstone drop earrings, $14.99 from H&M at West County Center PG 31 / STRIKE A POSE

The tried and true wrap dress is ready for spring with a rainbow of colorful stripes.

Diane von Furstenberg silk wrap midi dress, $428 from Nordstrom at West County Center | Valentino Garavani Lovestuds suede sandal, $1,245, Kendra Scott ‘Justyne’ tassel statement earrings, $250; both from Neiman Marcus P G 3 2 / CO M M A N D T H E R O O M

A crisp take on an oxford paired with a punch of color will ensure all eyes are on you.

Alexander McQueen Mandarin blouse, $1,045 from Neiman Marcus | Fabric belt, $24, glass bead necklace, $58; both from Shine Boutique P G 3 3 / P L E ATS TO M E E T YO U

Pair flirty pleats with a bold, structured silhouette for a fresh step into spring.

Double-breasted jacket, $49.99, pleated midi skirt, $49.99, polka dot scarf, $12.99; all from H&M at West County Center | Valentino Rockstud body-tech bootie, $1,145 from Neiman Marcus | Crystal drop earrings, $12 from Shine Boutique P G 3 4 / F LOW E R P OW E R

Refined classics are poised for a power play.

Floral dress, $49.99 from H&M at West County Center | Via Spiga ‘Nikole’ pump, $295, Theory ‘Spring’ boucle jacket, $395; both from Nordstrom at West County Center | Pearl stud earrings, $10, embellished bee pin, $18; both from Shine Boutique

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Model: Annalisa Eden for West Model & Talent Management Location: St. Louis City Hall Hair: Everett Johnson Makeup: Randi Nicole Style Coordination: Emily McGehee

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mark jenkins wedge sandal $99 each

kind pillow spray $15 each

liverpool jean jacket $98

stone necklaces $38 each

webster groves | st. charles 314.961.3220 | 636.757.3919 leopardboutique.com

keepsake baby blanket $30

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galvanized tin serving tray $32

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BY STEPHANIE WALLACE

Furs are a fabulous part of winter—they are warmth and style combined in one luxurious piece. But taking proper care of them in the warmer months is just as important as how they complement your outfit. We asked Ann Hurth, owner of Fur Boutique, for advice on how to store and restyle your furs so they are ready for next year.

What are the benefits of storing your furs with a furrier?

Ann Hurth | The biggest benefit is a furrier’s humidity- and temperature-controlled vault, which will limit exposure to sunlight and artificial light and prevent fading. You can regulate the temperature and light in your home to a certain extent, but you likely don’t have that level of humidity control. A furrier also will clean, glaze and recondition the fur before storing it, which is a noticeable benefit.

What are some common problems that come with storing furs?

AH | There aren’t any if you store and clean your fur properly. This will prolong the life of your fur and keep it supple and soft. If you don’t take these steps, it will dry out more quickly. Proper storage is the best thing you can do to preserve your pieces, and the best time to store is typically April through October.

Any tips for storing furs at home?

AH | I don’t recommend it, but the best thing would be to keep furs away from sunlight or natural light. Keep them in a cool, dry spot, which means no basements or cedar closets.

What are the benefits of restyling a fur piece?

AH | Lots of people acquire furs. They might be hand-me-downs with great sentimental value, but you aren’t wearing them for whatever reason. Maybe they don’t fit or are out of style. You can take your mother’s or grandmother’s stole or coat and give it new life.

What does the restyling process involve?

AH | Spring is a great time to do it because the piece will be ready for the fall. Bring it in for a consultation, and we’ll look at its value and condition. If it’s dried out, we don’t recommend restyling. If it’s usable, we’ll look at the styles available to reinterpret the fur. The options are endless when it comes to redefining a silhouette. We take measurements to tailor the piece to your body, and it usually takes four to six weeks to receive the finished product.

Any tips for picking a piece to be restyled?

AH | Inherited furs are good candidates because there’s a good chance they’ll be dated or not match your style. But really, it’s a great option for any piece you aren’t wearing anymore. It’s also important to be aware of the fur’s condition. Whoever you take the piece to should be able to tell you immediately if it’s worth putting your money into.

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Thinking big—really big—

has been one of Bea Doheny’s guiding passions, and it’s paying off in an equally substantial way for the college senior from Brentwood.

BEA DOHENY

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oheny, who is studying business, marketing and entrepreneurship at the University of Missouri-Columbia, launched a jewelry business called Astronobeads on Earth Day 2016. So far, she’s sold more than 6,000 space-themed bracelets and necklaces that even have grabbed the attention of celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg and well-known scientists like astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson.

“Ever since I can remember, I’ve always been fascinated by space and the bigger questions in the universe,” Doheny says. She’s also a selfdescribed creative, dabbling in many artsy pursuits over time. Those natural artistic abilities, along with a healthy appreciation for the unknown, led her to make solar system jewelry for friends and family until SOLAR SYSTEM BRACELET she eventually decided to go commercial. “It wasn’t until my sophomore year in college that I decided to start selling these astronomy bracelets,” she says.

With advice from a professor and plenty of elbow grease, Doheny quickly turned her hobby into 12 different products, all while juggling a full course load.

She also developed a website, astronobeads.com, and what she calls a huge following on Instagram.

Reddit has been a big boon, too.

Doheny’s social media presence is what helped her connect with Goldberg and Tyson, who both admired her drive and plugged her products on their shows. Goldberg even wore one of Doheny’s bracelets on The View for an entire week—which, of course, sent her straight into the stratosphere.

After that kind of national validation, Doheny kept growing the business and recently

launched a college sales rep program for other young adults who want to earn extra money by spreading the word about Astronobeads.

Doheny also has five dedicated employees who help with brainstorming, inventory management and marketing.

And while having help with the fledgling business is great, Doheny admits she still struggles for balance. After all, it’s not easy being a full-time student and the CEO of a growing retail trade. It also took a while to find her professional direction, since her interests are so varied. She says she spent her freshman and sophomore years taking a variety of classes to determine her future path.

For now? “I’m going to just keep doing what I’m doing because I have the coolest job in the universe,” she says. “I can’t imagine stopping.”

Since Astronobeads will celebrate two years in April, Doheny plans to begin donating some of her proceeds to two nonprofit organizations every six months—what she calls helping people’s inner spaces while looking toward outer space. She also wants to expand distribution of her products as soon as she can.

“A big goal of mine after I graduate is to reach out to more planetariums and science centers to see if they’re interested in selling Astronobeads,” she says. “I’m constantly thinking of what’s next.”

To Doheny, the sky really isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning.

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17057 N. Outer 40 Road, Ste. 145 | 855.216.5446

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Bag: $60, hat: $50 9811 Clayton Road | 314.942.3055

4 | ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF ST. LOUIS | FANTASTIC FINDS RESALE SHOP Spring has sprung at Fantastic Finds with colorful women’s and children’s fashions filling the store! It offers a wonderful selection of shoes, jewelry, purses, home decor and flower arrangements.

12778 Olive Blvd. | 314.579.9500 | alstl.org

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5 | MICHAEL KORS Check out new arrivals at the Michael Kors store at West County Center during its spring preview event, noon to 6 p.m. March 24. Located on Level 1 near Nordstrom.

43 West County Center | 314.288.1227 | michaelkors.com

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At just 14 hours old, Evie underwent a delicate microsurgical repair of Myelomeningocele, a severe form of spina bifida in which the bones of the spine do not completely form. This results in an incomplete spinal canal, leading to an exposed spinal cord and its nerves.

“We’re as aggressive as possible with Evie’s therapies to give her the best possible outcome,” says her doctor.

“With her progress so far, she has the potential to walk without assistance.”

Glennon gave me “a chance to walk! ” — Evie Glennon Kid

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IF STACY TAUBMAN, THE TEACHER, was anything like Stacy

Taubman, the founder of RISE, she must have made high school math pretty amazing. Taubman is the inspiration behind RISE Collaborative Workspace, a Clayton spot that inspires and supports women. More accurately, she’s the force behind it; the women of St. Louis are the inspiration, according to Taubman.

Sometime during her 13-year teaching career, she began searching for a place to house her offshoot company, Girls Dreaming Big (tutoring, coaching and confidence-building). She discovered that none of the available co-working spaces were right for her. And while building that business, she also realized that the best way to teach her girls to be smart, strong and successful was to meet with smart, strong, successful women. Hundreds of interviews later, the idea for RISE was born. “I realized all of those women wanted what I wanted—a place where they could meet, inspire and collaborate with other women, a place with the flexibility of a coffee shop and the beauty of a corner office,” she says.

Taubman wanted the ambitious project to be part office space, part social club, part idea incubator and part spa retreat. Located on the second floor at 8820 Ladue Road, RISE recently celebrated its first birthday and now includes 200 members, a publishing arm and plans for a RISE No. 2 in Denver. Taubman concedes that there are other shared office spaces in town—places where people pay membership fees to use communal work rooms, conference areas and Wi-Fi—but none like RISE. It has a woman’s touch and appeal, with sofas and easy chairs alongside high-top tables and low desks, sun-drenched common spaces next to private offices, all conveniently located at the border of Clayton and Ladue.

“Women feel comfortable here,” Taubman notes. And why wouldn’t they? There’s a bright kitchen stocked with Kaldi’s coffee (“one of our sponsors”) and sunny windows all around. Members range in age from 20s to 70s, and in profession from executives and small business owners to nonprofit professionals and freelancers.

Membership levels run the gamut, too, with a $40 ‘Social’ level that offers entry just to weekly events like themed programs and a book club. At the other end of the spectrum, a $350/month Platinum membership includes 24/7 access to multiple work spaces.

As Taubman reflects on her successes of the past year, she notes that the most gratifying part is seeing women thrive, grow, succeed and develop their potential. “Through collaboration and vision, we’re on the rise,” she says, revealing the origins of her business name.

“Overwhelmingly, the attitude here is, ‘What are you up to, and how can I help?’” she notes. Imagine the power of 200 women asking each other that!

As for Taubman, she has found her entrepreneurial niche. From her previous career inspiring students to study math and girls to become strong women, she has landed in comfortable territory.

“This is a growing trend for women’s focused co-working spaces, and we’re going to continue riding that amazing wave with them!”

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WELLNESS FIRST F12 COVER STORY – Washington University Physicians F13 HEALTH – Spring into Good Health

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WEST COUNTY CENTER FEATURES MANY EXCITING SPRING ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING PICTURES WITH THE EASTER BUNNY THROUGH MARCH 31 AND AN EASTER BASKET GIVEAWAY. PICTURED ON THE COVER: MICHAEL KORS AT WEST COUNTY CENTER, LOCATED ON LEVEL 1

BY NORDSTROM, HAS THE NEW SPRING COLLECTION OF WOMEN’S HANDBAGS AND ACCESSORIES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT SHOPWESTCOUNTYCENTER.COM. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO BY TIM PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

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SPRING NEWS WEST COUNTY CENTER by stephanie wallace

SPRING IS FAST APPROACHING, and as St. Louis continues to shake off the frosty winter weather, we all can look forward to sunshine and blooming flowers.

But the seasonal shift isn’t limited to the weather. From visits with the Easter Bunny to new restaurants and stores, there’s a lot springing up at West County Center, too.

As part of the spring fun at the shopping center, a very special guest is hopping by. Through March 31, shoppers can enjoy a meet and greet and purchase a photo package with the Easter Bunny. And furry family members are welcome as well!

March 19 and 26 are Pet Nights when you can bring your cat or dog and get their picture snapped with the big bunny. “We’ve also done pet photos with Santa, and it’s always very popular,” says Sean Phillips, marketing director for West County Center.

“We get just as many questions about pictures with pets as with kids!”

The fun continues with an opportunity to win an Easter basket full of goodies from West County Center stores. The basket is valued at more than $250 and includes treats from Lolli & Pops, makeup and skin care products from Sephora, and a new wristlet from the Michael Kors spring collection. For the chance to win, just text BASKET to 444.222 before March 31.

New spring styles and accessories aren’t the only fashionable changes the shopping center is anticipating. Guests may have noticed a huge barricade by J.C. Penney, and Phillips says it’s hiding some exciting expansion. H&M, which focuses on affordable and sustainable fashion, will expand its collections for women, men and teens to two levels. The expanded location, set to open in fall 2018, also will add a children’s section.

Fashionistas can look forward to Dry Goods opening this summer. The subsidiary of Von Maur focuses on the latest trends in women’s fashion, accessories and giftables.

Phillips says another big change is happening in the former Elephant Bar space.

SHOPPERS CAN ENTER TO WIN AN EXCITING EASTER GIFT BASKET.

The restaurant and wine bar Copia will move in this summer. “Everything you get at Copia downtown on Washington Avenue, you’ll get at West County Center,” says its owner, Amer Hawatmeh. “Food, wine, barrel-aged cocktails and the love we put into it all!” He is excited to expand the restaurant farther west and says the shopping center was the logical place to do so. “It will help us reach more customers, and I love the concept of a free-standing building,” he says. “I’m looking forward to being there, and working with the mall’s management has been nothing but phenomenal.”

Hawatmeh is making some renovations to the space, like creating a patio and turning the old bar into a banquet space to accommodate 100 people. He says it will be unlike anything in the West County corridor. “We’re reconfiguring the space to have a whole different feel, something more like a winery,” he adds. Phillips is equally enthusiastic about the partnership and the changes Copia is making at the shopping center. “It’s been very exciting to help Copia expand into West County,” he says. “It is locally owned and will be a great addition to our lineup of restaurants.”

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SHAWARMA KING 571 melville ave. | 314.261.48336

the dish mix shawarma & rice succulent layers of beef and chicken served with rice, tahini and garlic sauce, and Arabic salad

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Modest, ethnic family restaurant in The Loop

the owner

Mohammed Alsalem

the prices

$2.99-$5.99 appetizers, $7.99-$11.99 platters

the favorites

Chicken Shawarma, Veg Platter, Falafel Sandwich

ABOUT A YEAR AGO, THIS MIDDLE EASTERN SPOT TOOK OVER A TINY STOREFRONT on the block

where Seoul Taco opened its first brick-and-mortar restaurant. It’s modest but mighty in flavor, and it has attracted lots of foodie attention since opening.

The menu is small, centered around two proteins: chicken and beef shawarma. Owner Mohammed Alsalem shaves slices of the delectable pressed meats from massive boulders suspended around two big spits. It’s fascinating to watch as he builds your meal—shawarma sandwiches and platters—filling orders one at a time. The food tastes fresh and comes served with savory touches that make each order a treat.

A Chicken Shawarma Arabi platter ($11.99) had the slices of meat rolled into ‘shrak,’ or thin, Jordanian, unleavened wheat bread. Served with the meat were a rich, mayonnaise-like garlic sauce and diced, fermented pickles. Rather than serving the dish as a wrap, Alsalem slices the rolled food into 2-inch roulettes, making it easier to enjoy. In its entirety, the combination was outstanding.

The meal came with creamy coleslaw (which tasted a little tired) and french fries, an incongruous Western touch.

But diners have plenty of opportunities to enjoy more authentic sides here. We started our meal with Lentil Soup ($2.99), which was thin but tasty. It was served in a tin ‘to-go’ container that was offputting but not a deal-breaker. We also ordered the Veg Platter ($11.99), which I highly recommend if you’re interested in sampling all of the authentic starters. Served with a pile of pita were Baba Ganoush, Hummus, Falafel, Tabbouleh and Warak Inab, or stuffed grape leaves. Each had its own distinctive flavor.

The Baba Ganoush was creamy with a wonderful smokiness, and the Hummus, whipped to a creamy consistency, had a strong lemon flavor. The Tabbouleh, my least favorite, was dominated by tangy, fresh lemon and mouth-puckering parsley. The grape leaves came with an appealing, soft rice stuffing and plenty of oil on the leaves. The Falafel were crisp, not at all greasy and very tasty. A side of Cucumber Yogurt ($4.99) was also quite good, with diced cucumbers massed inside a large serving of creamy yogurt.

The Falafel Sandwich ($7.99) was similar to the chicken shawarma roll, and every bit as tasty.

It had the mayonnaise and pickles, along with smashed falafel, a combination of crisp crust and moist chickpea interior all rolled up in that delicious shrak ($1.50 extra). I wasn’t as enamored with the Beef Shawarma, which I ordered as a platter with rice ($11.99). The meat, most likely stewing beef, was a little dry and could have benefited from the mayo and pickles rolled with the sandwich version. It did come with yellow rice and a tasty Arabic salad of diced cucumbers and tomatoes.

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Meat, or a combination of meats, stacked and grilled on a rotating, vertical spit. It is shaved into long ribbons for sandwiches or eastern Mediterranean platters.

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Balls or patties made from mashed chickpeas and sometimes other beans, spiced and deep-fried to yield a crisp, crusty and delicious vegetarian protein

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by robert w. paster IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A MID-SIZED SUV, you’ve got plenty of attractive choices, as everyone

and their brother seem to be getting into the SUV business these days. Some manufacturers have been in the market a long time, however, and have learned from experience. Audi, for example, is introducing a second-generation vehicle with its new 2018 Q5. Its experience in the SUV market and reputation for some of the nicest interiors in the business combine to create an attractive vehicle that mixes performance, luxury, and the latest safety and convenience technology.

Starting with a large, gaping grille flanked by LED headlights and distinctive body character lines, the Q5 styling is modern, aggressive, bold and appealing, ending at a hands-free power tailgate. Also appealing to families is its five-star overall safety rating.

The Q5 provides all of the latest bells and whistles a modern SUV can offer, including rainsensing wipers; a rear view camera with guide lines; Audi pre-sense, low-speed, automatic braking (which can stop the car and prevent an imminent crash at speeds under 25 mph); Audi side assist with pre-sense rear; and, with the key fob in your pocket, the ability to just wave your foot below the rear bumper to lift the electric tailgate. Other amenities include heated front and rear seats and steering wheel, manual tilt/telescoping steering wheel, and three-zone automatic climate control, for which there are hard buttons and knobs. All other controls are operated through a screen that looks like it was stuck on top of the dash as an afterthought. The screen is controlled by a rotary knob and buttons between the seats, or with some practice, you can use a touch pad to draw letters for input. The dash is pebble plastic, which is more VW than premium, but all other interior materials are top-notch.

Front seats are mildly bolstered and very comfortable, and there is good rear space with sufficient leg room. A panoramic sunroof extends over the back seat to give a light, airy feel to the interior.

There is a decent amount of rear cargo room, although the height is limited by the slope of the rear hatch. There’s a handy cargo cover, and the rear seats fold 40/20/40 to expand cargo-carrying capacity. No third-row seat is available, but you can get one in the bigger Q7. The leather-wrapped steering wheel includes controls for the virtual video dash behind the wheel, which you can customize with things like analog gauges, navigation information, a clock and outside temperature.

If your passengers can’t live without Wi-Fi for more than 5 minutes, the Q5 can serve as a hot spot, but it requires a monthly fee after the first six months.

On the road, the Q5 offers a typical Teutonic driving experience, with a nice, firm ride, communicative steering, responsive handling and good brakes. The steering is a bit overboosted at slower speeds, but it improves as speed increases, and the suspension is adequately tight in ‘dynamic’ setting while still offering a comfortable highway ride. Acceleration is brisk for a 4,000-pound vehicle, and the shifts from the 7-speed automatic transmission are pretty smooth.

Sport mode really improves engine performance by coaxing the transmission to hold gears longer for quicker acceleration. Legendary Quattro all-wheel drive aids foul-weather traction and allweather handling. There’s an auto stop/start gas-saving feature when you stop at a light, but it’s not too annoying and can be defeated if it becomes irritating.

According to Alex Madison, salesman at Audi Kirkwood, “The all-wheel drive Q5 is very versatile with the latest technology, in addition to being sporty, quick and fuel-efficient.”

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The art of making whisky usually includes a strict set of rules to ensure quality and maintain reputation. Japanese whisky, however, does not have to abide by any specific guidelines, which means the finished product is left up to the creativity of the distiller. It has rapidly grown in popularity over the past few years, leading to production shortages and a price increase.

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Built in 1923, Yamazaki was Japan’s first official distillery. Masataka » Taketsuru studied whisky making in Scotland before opening the distillery with Shinjiro Torii.

Since the origins of Japanese whisky come from Scotland, the » Japanese tend to spell it without the ‘e’ (whisky, not whiskey).

Most of the barley used to make Japanese whisky is imported » from Scotland.

It usually is aged a minimum of three years in bourbon oak barrels, » sherry casks or mizunara casks made from a rare Japanese oak.

Japan has warm summers and cold winters, which has a big impact » on the aging and flavor of its whisky. resembles scotch in style, but has a less intense smoky flavor. » ItDrink neat, or with a large ice sphere or cube to slow down the » dilution and keep the original flavor longer.

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COFFEY GRAIN WHISKY: Distilled in a Coffey still, this whisky »has NIKKA hints of vanilla and honey for a long, smooth finish. » HIBIKI JAPANESE HARMONY: An excellent blended whisky with hints of orange, chocolate and caramel » YAMAZAKI 12-YEAR-OLD WHISKY: From Japan’s oldest distillery, this single malt is a masterpiece with hints of citrus and a long finish.

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Put whisky, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white into shaker.

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APRONOMICS

by stephanie wallace | photos by bill barrett THERE IS AN UNDENIABLE CHARM TO NEIGHBORHOOD establishments.

Whether it’s the barista who knows exactly how you take your coffee or the store clerk who always asks about your children, we are drawn to places that represent community. Vitale’s Deli is a shining example in Glendale. Owner Mike Vitale is always ready with a kind word or a homemade dog treat for your four-legged friend. And there is no denying the appeal of his fresh sandwiches.

As the son of the owners of Vitale’s Bakery on The Hill, he has community and good food in his DNA. Vitale’s understanding of the importance of community was fostered during his childhood on The Hill. “It was the best neighborhood,” he recalls.

“Everyone knew everyone; that’s one of the things I always loved.” As bakers, his parents were pillars of the community, and even though there were other bakeries in the area, he doesn’t remember any competition. “Nobody thought about sales,” he says. “Everyone had enough business, which made it better.

Everyone just loved being around each other.”

The joys of operating a local business were clear to Vitale growing up, but he still remembers the hard work that came with running a bakery. He says there were many times when he and his family had to miss out on things because they were working at night. “Ninety percent of what a baker does is done when everyone else is sleeping,” he says. “It takes a lot of dedication to own your own business.” His mother often would bring him and his siblings to Vitale’s Bakery in the evenings so they could see their father and say goodnight.

Knowing the time and dedication involved didn’t stop Vitale from wanting to follow in his parents’ footsteps, though. “Baking and cooking are things I grew to love because it came naturally to me,” he says. “I worked with my parents forever and a day, but my wife and I wanted to do something of our own.” Vitale started with a pizza business, but like the bakery, the hours cut into time spent with his family. “We didn’t want to be in a business where we were trapped all night and couldn’t spend time with our two kids,” he says.

Their solution was to open a deli. Vitale knew he wanted his business in Glendale, where he lives. “It’s a great place, and it reminds me of The Hill because everyone knows everyone,” he says. But like Rome, this classic Italian sandwich shop wasn’t built in a day. Finding a suitable space in Glendale meant waiting eight years for a property once occupied by a beauty shop to become available. “We waited patiently, and after the unit came open, Glendale was very good to us,” he says.

Vitale’s Deli offers fresh-cut meat from Boar’s Head on bread baked at the family bakery on The Hill. Baked goods from Vitale’s Bakery also are

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available—while they last! Vitale credits his dedication to delivering quality food to his father. “My dad was a visionary guy,” he says. “He always said fresh bread and fresh meat make the best sandwich.” Family is part of all aspects of the business. Almost every sandwich is named after a family member. “It started with naming two after my parents and continued from there,” he says.

“It’s a very cool way to pay tribute to the people who are important to us.” So, is Vitale’s favorite sandwich ‘The Mikey’ Muffaletta, named after himself? No, he admits to favoring ‘The Gracie’ Meatball, which also happens to be one of the deli’s best sellers.

Currently, Vitale’s Deli is carry-out only, though there are a few tables outside when it’s warm. Vitale says he is interested in expanding, but his focus is on keeping the ingredients fresh and being a neighborhood deli. Or, as he puts it, “I would like to keep bringing more of The Hill to Glendale.”

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This movie has a pretty transparent theme, one focused on the power of seduction and making selfish decisions based on lust and raw attraction. It’s yet another film on being unfaithful, and trying to find a deeper meaning or purpose to its characters was difficult.

Ted Swenson (Stanley Tucci) is a college professor at a small liberal arts school who wrote a celebrated first novel. The pressure for what comes next has been weighing on him for about 10 years, without any results (a story line that seems a bit exhausted). He is jaded about his colleagues and his students, who he views as untalented and boring. His marriage to Sherrie (Kyra Sedgwick), however, seems to bring him happiness, and they are portrayed as a couple with a strong and healthy relationship in all aspects. But, alas, the ‘dark’ student with childhood issues (Addison Timlin as Angela Argo) speaks up in class and lures Ted in with her praise of his work and her powerful writing. Is that really all it takes? I couldn’t buy in to why he was so swayed by her, why he risked his tenured career and loving marriage. Why he was so complacent to give in to her blatant come-ons even after he weakly pushed back most times (although these scenes were believable at least, witnessing his slow, hesitant consent). The film didn’t delve much into what he was dealing with, or what he needed from her and thought he could get. Tucci played his character well, but his seductress was too lame and predictable to find any connection with. In the midst of the sexual harassment scandals of late, it’s a timely topic if not a little tired.

SHOULD YOU SEE IT? Only if you aren’t expecting anything too compelling. —K.W. VIEWED AT LANDMARK TIVOLI THEATRE

snarkiness, facial expressions, laugh ... well, just about everything. In this new series, he interviews one guest each episode, and even though he sports a really unattractive beard, he is the same old Dave, asking the questions I’d want to if I could sit next to former President Obama or George Clooney. It’s like eavesdropping at a fascinating cocktail party and enjoying every minute.

BOOK sisters first: stories from our wild and wonderful life by Jenna Bush

Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush. Even though these two are the daughters of former President George W. Bush, do not expect an inside look at politics. Instead, the twins talk about their life growing up in the spotlight, first in Texas and then in front of the entire world. Their missteps are fairly well known, but I enjoyed their candor and attitude about the opportunities they have been given and what they have done with them. If you have a sister, you’ll enjoy this book.

PODCAST sawbones: a marital tour of misguided medicine. Spotify. Drs. Sydnee and Justin McElroy talk about medicine from a historical perspective, including all of the weird, gross and dumb stuff people used to believe and do. They also occasionally cover topics like why you shouldn’t drink dirty water, eat Tide pods or ingest a teaspoon of cinnamon. If you fancy yourself something of a ‘doctor,’ this podcast is for you.

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Dr. Jay Pepose of Pepose Vision Institute says he is amazed by the developments he has witnessed in his field since he began practicing a few decades ago.

Lens replacement surgery in particular has come a long way. Not only are the surgical materials different now, but the surgery itself has been reduced to a 20-minute outpatient procedure.

“Some patients can get off of the operating table and read the monitor, something many say they haven’t been able to do since elementary school,” Pepose says. “That’s life-changing.”

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substantial incisions to implant in the eye. Now, they are made of acrylic or silicone and unfurl once they’re placed within a minimal incision area, meaning there is no need for sutures or extensive recovery times.

A similar theme applies to cataract surgeries. People often used to wait until their cataracts became thick and cloudy before they addressed the problem, but now, there is no reason not to undergo the surgery and get on with their lives. “We’ve almost converted the cataract experience to the LASIK experience,” Pepose says.

And although lens and cataract procedures are common at Pepose Vision Institute, they’re not the only options available for aging populations. In addition to cutting-edge treatments for lenses and cataracts, the practice also treats macular degeneration, dry eye, and retina- and cornea-related issues, among many others.

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treatments. The practice was one of the first to implant a miniature telescope in the eye of a patient with severe macular degeneration, helping the person regain some eye function after being mostly blind.

“We’re not just the people who are practicing ophthalmology, we’re the people who are changing ophthalmology,” Pepose says. “The practice is made up of doctors who are very committed to their patients.

They’re very caring people, and they’re striving for excellence.”

Pepose Vision Institute has been operating since 1999 and has four surgeons and two optometrists. The practice has two locations, one in Chesterfield and another in south St. Louis.

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Join us for a tempting twist on the make-your-own experience by decorating your own cupcakes, or indulge in ready-made desserts. They are layered with fun and topped with special memories!

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Dream Play Recreation offers the absolute finest in residential play equipment, basketball goals and trampolines. The huge indoor showroom is ready for your test play! Go online for current specials.

You are invited to celebrate our annual 50 percent off sale through April 1. Sale includes designer pieces and name-brand watches.

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5 | PARC PROVENCE Music therapy is one of the tools we use every day to provide the highest quality care for our residents. Music provides therapeutic benefits in memory care by stimulating every part of the brain.

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WELLNESS FIRST SPECIAL SECTION

Taking one for the team: March Madness Vasectomies

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COVER STORY

EASY CHANGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS

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by julia m. johnson

FIGURING OUT HOW LARGE OF A FAMILY YOU WANT TO HAVE— or whether you want to

have one at all—is a major decision. For men who have considered their options and decided to have a vasectomy, Washington University Physicians offers outpatient services that are minimally invasive and require little or no downtime.

“A vasectomy is a simple office procedure that takes about 10 minutes and has a very low risk of complications,” says urologic surgeon Dr. Arnold Bullock, who sees patients at Barnes-Jewish, Barnes-Jewish West County and Christian hospitals. “I usually perform the procedure on Fridays so the patient can relax over the weekend and go back to work Monday. He can drive himself to and from the appointment and get on with his day afterward. Many men come in for a consultation and have the procedure the same day. And patients are always welcome to bring their spouses or partners to appointments.”

Sexual function is not affected by vasectomy, and the procedure leaves no physical scars, so the patient can keep it private if he wishes. It normally involves a local anesthetic and a tiny incision in the scrotum, Bullock says. The surgeon removes a small portion of the left and right vas deferens and cauterizes the ends to close off the tubes, blocking sperm from getting into the patient’s ejaculate. A small stitch may be used to close the skin.

There is also a method that uses two small needle punctures and a special clamp, says urologic surgeon Dr. Gerald Andriole, who practices with Bullock and Dr. Christopher Arett. “We developed this method about five years ago,” Andriole notes. “It’s an option for patients who prefer not to have an incision.”

In either case, all the patient feels during the procedure is the initial numbing injection, and most don’t need more than a couple of Tylenol afterward, according to Bullock. He says there are very few lifestyle restrictions after a vasectomy, but men who do strenuous exercise or physical work such as loading trucks or handling freight should wait a few days before returning to full activity. “We also advise that patients continue birth control for about 10 weeks after the procedure, when we perform a test to make sure the semen no longer has sperm in it,” Andriole says.

To make the process even easier, the surgeons are offering special Friday vasectomy clinics during March Madness basketball, Bullock says. “It’s a great time to have it done because fans will be relaxing and watching TV over the weekend anyway,” he notes. Patients can call 314.362.8200 to learn more or make an appointment.

Patients who change their minds after a vasectomy can undergo surgery to reverse the procedure.

Or, sperm can be collected and used in artificial insemination since the testicles continue to produce it after surgery, doctors say.

Andriole says Washington University physicians work closely with each patient to determine what is right for him. “It’s an important life decision,” he notes. “We are always happy to answer any questions men have, before and after a vasectomy.” & WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS OFFERS COMPREHENSIVE CARE AND TREATMENT IN UROLOGY AND MEN’S HEALTH. PICTURED ON THE COVER: GERALD ANDRIOLE JR., M.D., CHRISTOPHER ARETT, M.D. AND ARNOLD BULLOCK, M.D. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.362.8200 OR VISIT UROLOGY.WUSTL.EDU. COVER DESIGN BY ALLIE BRONSKY | COVER PHOTO BY BILL BARRETT

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SPRING INTO GOOD HEALTH

BY JULIA M. JOHNSON

WARMER MONTHS ARE HEADING OUR WAY, AND THAT MEANS ST. LOUISANS WILL BE OUT AND ABOUT ENJOYING THE FRESH AIR. But it’s not all fun and games. Seasonal allergies ramp up as spring breezes spread pollen, and we’re more at risk for exercise-related injury as we head outside to jog, bike or play sports. Doctors offer advice on these topics—and staying healthy by eating healthy—to help make the season as comfortable as possible.

ALLERGIES

GUT CHECK

Ah-choo! That's a sound we'll be hearing more often as spring months unfold along with the new leaves. Dr. Maya Jerath, a Washington University allergist, says various types of trees and grasses pollinate at different times, so it's a good idea to know which ones cause your allergies so you can treat them proactively.

“Oak pollen is a big issue in this area, and maple, birch, elm and ash cause problems in the spring, too,” she says. “Grasses start to pollinate in summer, and ragweed in the fall. It's also a very humid area, so mold is present in soil and damp leaves.”

Standard allergy medicines include nasal steroid sprays and antihistamines, but new immunotherapy drugs are showing promise, Jerath notes. Allergy patients should ask whether immunotherapy tablets that dissolve under the tongue are an option. Currently, they are FDA-approved to treat grass, ragweed and dust mite allergies, she says.

Prevention is the best medicine. “It's always better to prevent something than to treat it after the fact,” says allergist Dr. Hamsa Subramanian of Signature Allergy. “Depending on your situation, there are maintenance medications (immunotherapy tablets, for example) that you can take every day, or there are others you can use as needed for symptoms.” She advises keeping windows closed and the air on to reduce indoor humidity, and wearing sunglasses when you're outside. “The glasses won't prevent eye symptoms, but they may help reduce discomfort,” she notes. “It's best to see an allergist for personalized advice on controlling your symptoms.”

An overall feeling of good health is closely tied to what we put in our bodies, so it’s important to pay close attention to diet, says Afua Bromley, a licensed acupuncturist and alternative medicine practitioner at Acupuncture St. Louis. “The nutrient density of foods is what matters, so it’s important to know which ones are better,” she says. “For example, sweet potatoes are high in fiber, minerals and vitamins, and have better nutritional value than white potatoes.”

Densely colored, plant-based foods like leafy greens, carrots, squash and peppers offer higher levels of nutrients, Bromley adds.

“You see the highest values of minerals and vitamins like A and K in vegetables and fruits that have a lot of color,” she says. And eating whole fruits and vegetables is a better idea than juicing them, she notes—you get more fiber when you eat them whole, which helps the intestinal tract eliminate waste more efficiently.

Focus on the big picture. Dr. Sajid Zafar, chief of gastroenterology at St. Luke’s Hospital, says avoiding refined sugar is also important for gut and body health because sugar can contribute to obesity and diabetes. And healthy skin, hair and nails depend on plantbased nutrients like biotin and zinc, he says.

“It’s a good idea to increase fiber intake and stick to fish and leaner meats like poultry, as well as proteins from the plant world like those found in beans, nuts and seeds,” Zafar explains. “If you take the approach that good gut health is beneficial for overall health, you can help decrease your risk of disease.”

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SOME STRETCHING TRUTHS SLUCare orthopedic surgeon Dr. Scott Kaar says there are different schools of thought on how much stretching is appropriate before or after exercise, but it can be beneficial to your muscles, joints and connective tissues if done correctly. “The more normally and smoothly a joint moves, the less likely it is to be injured,” he notes. “A stiff joint also affects other joints around it. If one link in the chain is bad, others are at risk for damage.”

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There are two main types of stretching exercises, static and dynamic, according to Dr. David Anderson, an orthopedic surgeon with Signature Medical Group. “A static stretch is one where you extend the muscles out, hold them there and then release,” he explains. “A dynamic stretch is one where you take the muscles through their normal range of motion.” He says pre-stretching has definite benefits for athletes in rapid-burst sports like sprinting, but it may not be as necessary for endurance athletes like distance runners. “Cool-down stretching after exercise normally should be kept on the light side,” Anderson says.

2 DON’T PUSH IT It’s a good idea to do 3 to 5 minutes of dynamic pre-stretching to warm the muscles and increase blood flow to tissues, especially if you exercise less frequently, Anderson says. Then add about 3 minutes of static stretching that is not aggressive. “If anything hurts, you’re overdoing it,” he notes.

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“Especially as you age, tendons and other tissues can get stiff and lead to further injury if you don’t warm them up before exercise,” Kaar says. “For example, if your Achilles tendon at the back of the ankle is feeling tight, you’ll put more pressure on the front of the foot, and that increases risk for fractures. When the foot lands, it pushes down more, and that also can lead to tendinitis of the Achilles.”

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Kaar says using braces on joints like knees and elbows probably isn’t necessary unless you’re healing from an injury. “If you’ve been hurt, they can add some compression and a sense of support that makes you feel more comfortable,” he notes. “There is not a lot of scientific evidence about the effectiveness of braces, but they may help prevent injury in high-impact sports like basketball.”

According to Anderson, a newer, lighter type of brace, Kinesio Tape, can provide support for muscles, tendons and other tissues that are weakened or stressed, like a kneecap that needs help staying aligned. “The tape is more flexible and doesn’t affect the function of the joint,” he says. “A fitness trainer or physical therapist can show you how to use it.”

It’s smart to listen to your body— and your doctor—when deciding how much to exercise, Anderson advises.

“Look at a target heart rate table to learn how much exertion is beneficial for someone your age,” he says. “If you’re just starting a new exercise plan, you’ll want to work up to it safely and gradually.” If you are feeling pain or dizziness, it’s time to stop and consult your doctor. And if you notice that you're not sweating much, dehydration may be a concern.

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T&S HOME 7424 SOMERSET AVE.

WHILE ITS EXTERIOR IS TRADITIONAL, THIS RESIDENCE HAS THE ONE-OF-A-KIND, OPEN FLOOR PLAN YOU’VE BEEN SEARCHING FOR IN CLAYTON. —BRUCE BUTLER

by stephanie wallace LISTING PRICE | $2,250,000 LISTING AGENT | BRUCE BUTLER AGENCY | REDKEY REALTY LEADERS

THEY SAY DON’T JUDGE A BOOK by its cover, and it would be equally foolish to think the elegant, traditional faÇade of ALAN BROWN’s Clayton home will tell you all you need to know about what’s inside. Behind the brick and lush landscaping, you’ll find innovative angles, open spaces and striking architectural details. Brown has created a unique space that reflects the home’s innovative design.

How long have you lived in the home?

AB | Since 2004 What attracted you to the house?

AB | Its incredible interior and traditional exterior. The entryway has two beautiful columns, and the wood beams in the living room are just stunning. It’s contemporary and unique. I think it’s a special house.

What is the neighborhood like?

AB | It’s probably the friendliest place I’ve lived, especially this block of Somerset. About twice a year, there are neighborhood gatherings at someone’s home. Everyone is invited, and most of the block shows up. People bring food and just hang out.

Have you renovated or updated much?

AB | Lots! The master bathroom has

been completely redone. The guest room and the bathroom upstairs were totally pink—pink walls, pink carpet, pink tile— and that has all been taken out. The entire kitchen has been redone, and I changed the flooring in the entryway. And almost all of the lighting in the house is new.

How would you describe your decorating style?

AB | The house is very inspiring, so I wanted to make the art match the interior. If you look at the art, it’s colorful and modern.

The couch is a nontraditional shade of blue. I think I’ve kept with the modern and contemporary theme.

What is your favorite room?

AB | I’d have to say the living room. The columns and the beams in the ceiling are breathtaking. I love to have movie nights

there. I used to have a 100-inch screen and projector set up over the fireplace.

I also love the master bedroom. The architect incorporated many different angles, and it’s very unusual compared to the box-type bedrooms that most other homes have. There is just so much character to this house.

What do you like about the outdoor space?

AB | There’s a small koi pond in the fencedin backyard, and I like to watch and feed the fish. There is a magnolia tree in the front. Sometimes magnolias struggle in Missouri’s climate, and I actually did have some difficulty with this one. At one point, I thought it was dead, but then new growth sprouted. There’s a decent-sized tree regrowing now. The neighbors were very excited to see it come back!

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1156 HAMPTON PARK | $799,000 Contemporary home on lushly wooded 1.18-acre lot in Hampton Park Neighborhood. 3+bed/3 bath, updated kitchen, extensive patios & pool.

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1150 HILLSIDE DRIVE | $619,900 Enjoy one-level living at its finest in this beautiful home located in Hampton Park Neighborhood. Minutes to Clayton restaurants and shops!

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Attached 2-car garage.

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Great opportunity to build custom home or put your creative touches on existing home in Ladue School District. Well maintained 3-bedroom, 2 bath home nestled on a quiet tree-lined street surrounded by several newer homes. Easy access to 170 and Highway 40!

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REAL ESTATE AGENT JOHN VOIROL ENJOYS THE PERSONAL SIDE OF HIS CAREER, HELPING CLIENTS UNDERSTAND THE INS AND OUTS OF BUYING AND SELLING HOMES.

He uses the latest online communication tools, such as video and blogs, to connect owners and purchasers. Voirol realizes the importance of educating clients about every step of the process so they are informed and happy homeowners.

What is the most expensive home you’ve sold?

It was for $1.3 million in Ladue, just across the street from Old Warson Country Club. It was a stately Colonial on a lush corner lot with a swimming pool and was my client’s dream home!

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What has been your most memorable experience in real estate?

The unexpected can and does happen, like having the refrigerator and stove stolen from the home just days before closing. This happened to my client on a new build. Of course, the builder replaced the appliances, and we were able to negotiate repair of the hardwood floors. And they installed a security system at no charge, so there was a silver lining!

What areas do you see attracting new families the most?

I’ve helped many young families settle in Clayton, Ladue and Richmond Heights but am seeing more of them seriously exploring the excellent magnet and lottery school options in the city. They want to be in walkable neighborhoods like Tower Grove, Shaw and the Central West End.

What areas are up and coming?

Tower Grove South has been the hot ticket for quite a while, but with prices and taxes getting higher, Fox Park also seems to be on the short list for the next up and coming neighborhood. Homes can be had there for an incredible value when compared to the rest of St. Louis City, and rehabbers seem to be paying more attention to the area.

What was the biggest hurdle you had to overcome in real estate?

In 2017, sellers I represented captured an average of 98 percent of original list price while buyers saved a combined total of more than $200,000 off list price. Becoming highly skilled at pricing a home was the most challenging thing to learn. I completed a course called Pricing Strategy Analyst offered by the St. Louis Realtor Association that taught me how to think like an appraiser, which helps me set my clients up for success.

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1751 N. Woodlawn Avenue • Ladue • $3,975,000 Remodeled to perfection! Spectacular sunsets are the backdrop of this completely renovated estate on 3.57 acres in the heart of Ladue. Brilliantly updated with all the modern amenities, this home still has the classic and timeless features such as an Imperial staircase, magnificent millwork, bookcases, Federalist cornices, integrated wood shutters, high ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors. Wonderful open and fresh kitchen adjoins hearth room overlooking the gorgeous grounds and pool with pool house. Formal living and dining rooms and a library complete the first floor. Second floor luxurious master suite features amazing views plus three additional ensuite bedrooms. Separate two bedroom, 1 bath and family room above four car garage for nanny or in-law suite. Fabulous finished lower level with beautiful wet bar, billiards room, lavish movie theater room and exercise/spa area with steam shower.

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21 Picardy Lane • Ladue

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Updated four bedroom, three and half bath home in the charming Deer Creek Woods subdivision.

Lovely updated kitchen with large hearth room full of bright windows. Magnificent family room on the first floor with walk out to the terrace. Second floor features four bedrooms and three full baths.

Finished basement, four car garage and a gorgeous professional landscaped yard that backs to the fabulous Tilles Park complete this wonderful home.

Situated on just under an acre in the tree lined Picardy Lane neighborhood, this picture perfect 1.5 story home is fully updated. First floor offers master suite with his/her walk-in closets, large gourmet kitchen with center island, wet bar, laundry room and huge family room with a gas fireplace. Finished basement includes workout room, wet bar, office, full bathroom, additional laundry and built in mud room area off the garage.

Spacious two story located on a quiet cul-de-sac in popular Four Winds Farm subdivision. Updated kitchen with center island great for entertaining overlooks patio area. Large family room with wet bar, large bay window, built-ins and wood burning fireplace opens to lovely sunroom. Walk-out finished lower level includes another wood burning fireplace and full bath. Four bedrooms and two full newer baths complete the second floor.

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DEAR HOMEWORK,

Our two-story, stucco home needs some help. Beyond the 4-foot roof overhang and a horizontal trim band, there aren’t many architectural flourishes. My wife and I have been working on the interior, adding a bathroom and updating cosmetic elements. What would you suggest to update the exterior? We plan to remove the foreground tree and trim the other one, but beyond that, we are a bit stumped.

Sincerely, —LOOKING FOR INSPIRATION

DEAR LOOKING FOR INSPIRATION,

By removing the lower branches of the large pine tree, we can reveal the simple, straightforward lines of the house. But as it sits, it’s a little too simple and a lot too beige to be striking. With a few detail and color changes, we really can bring out its essence.

To start, I replaced the existing windows with new, Craftsman-style units in black to give an air of sophistication. They will contrast nicely with the new gray exterior paint. The existing horizontal band is painted white and joined by another one at the eaves and a third under the sunroom windows. These simple elements give the façade the architectural ‘oomph’ it currently lacks.

Minor changes such as a new black and white entry awning, black Craftsman porch lights and fewer, bigger planter urns add some nice finishing details.

The planting bed under the sunroom is filled with tall, billowing, ornamental grasses, and the balcony rail above is enhanced with custom flower boxes brimming with color.

The house has gone from being nearly invisible to a real standout. Hopefully, this will inspire you.

Sincerely, —HOMEWORK

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