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2/11 climbing high » Managing editor Karyn Williams and family got a good workout at the new Upper Limits in Chesterfield. Her kids Autumn and Kellen especially loved the Wacky Walls area, mastering every fun and crazy climb!

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2/21 hats off to degas »

The media opening of Degas, Impressionism and the Paris Millenery Trade was a visual treat of gorgeous paintings and the vintage hats that inspired them. On display through May 7, the exhibition spotlights a favorite subject of the Impressionists, hats and the shops that make them.

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COVER STORY – West County Center TALK OF THE TOWNS THE INSIDER STUDENT STANDOUTS

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SPRING FOR A CAUSE 18 COVER STORY –De La Salle Inc. 20 REACHING OUT – Don Roth of Family Court

of St. Louis County 22 SPECIAL FEATURE – Amy Rome on Philanthropy 27 SNAPPED! Provident 28 Wings of Hope Gene Slay’s Girls & Boys Club 29 HavenHouse 30 HAPPENINGS

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Editor Dorothy Weiner attended the PBR (Professional Bull Riders) competition at Scottrade Center, where riders showed of feats of amazing agility as they competed to see who could stay on bucking bulls the longest.

style » 31 FASHION – Stripes and Spares 37 FACE TO FACE – Rafael Adon of Verdura Botanica

we’re sorry » IN OUR FEB. 15 ISSUE ON P. F12, WE DESCRIBED THE CONDITION OF MITRAL REGURGITATION, NOT MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE AS STATED. ON P.17 OF OUR MARCH 1 ISSUE, LEONARD T. ESCHBACH SHOULD BE IDENTIFIED AS BOARD CHAIR FOR THE ARTS AND EDUCATION COUNCIL.

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ON MARCH 25, WEST COUNTY CENTER PARTNERS WITH BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSELLERS FOR A BOOK FAIR TO BENEFIT SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY. THE FAIR COINCIDES WITH THE CENTER’S EASTER BUNNY ARRIVAL EVENT. PICTURED ON THE COVER: WEST COUNTY CENTER’S EASTER BUNNY READS TO CHILDREN IN PREPARATION FOR THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOK FAIR. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT SHOPWESTCOUNTYCENTER.COM. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER | COVER PHOTO BY COLIN MILLER OF STRAUSS PEYTON PHOTOGRAPHY

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EDITORIAL

KARYN WILLIAMS ALEXA BEATTIE JULIA M. JOHNSON

from the editor's desk In an odd instance of perfect timing, one of the stories in this issue calls to mind the recently named Best Picture at the Oscars, Moonlight. At the time, I found it an odd choice for winner: a little-seen film about urban blight, shot in an atypical format. But on reading our story in today’s issue about La Salle Middle School, a lightbulb went on and the film’s relevance became clearer.

Moonlight provides an unflattering window into growing up in underserved urban communities. The sensitive protagonist, a child named Shiron, receives little in emotional sustenance on his journey toward manhood. In contrast, we see how programs like La Salle Middle School lift up not just the Shirons in our midst, but the entire community. Moonlight illustrates how the random circumstances of birth deprive children of reaching their potential. La Salle Middle School shows us how to help those kids by offering their parents a better alternative, and them a place where adults are committed to their success.

Fortunately we live in a city of civic-minded and generous folks who recognize the importance of helping the disadvantaged. And thanks to efforts like this North City school, many kids have the chance to feel valued early in life and inculcated with the kind of positive messages any of us expect our own kids to hear: You are somebody. I would be hard-pressed to name an unworthy charity, but there is something extraordinary about educational programs that help underserved kids. They’re the gifts that keep on giving.

They meet the most basic requirement of childhood: the best chance for each child to grow toward his or her potential. When 98 percent of a school’s students graduate high school, we all win.

—Dorothy F. Weiner Editor in Chief

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Over the past several years, the mall has supported the nonprofit agency with diaper drives, book fairs and popular events like Celebrity Waiters Night, which is the nursery’s largest fundraiser (1,000 people attended last year!). Founded in 1986, the nursery is funded by United Way, the Children’s Service Fund, grants, fundraising events and individual donations. It is committed to preventing child abuse and neglect by providing short-term, emergency shelter for children, birth through age 12, whose families are in crisis. In addition, it provides medical exams, developmental assessments, ongoing support and follow-up care. “West County Center has been so good to us,” says Venus Martz, the nursery’s communications director.

This year, the mall is partnering with Barnes & Noble during its book fair for the nursery, slated to coincide with the center’s Easter Bunny Arrival Event. On March 25 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., a portion of all Barnes & Noble sales goes to the nursery. Continuing throughout the week until March 31, shoppers also may purchase or bring new books for the nursery and drop them off at the West County Center Customer Service desk near Nordstrom or at Sweet & Sassy near Restaurant Village. “We are so thrilled to be partnering with the mall to benefit Crisis Nursery,” says Joshua Grogan, Barnes & Noble community business development manager. “They are a wonderful organization, and we are delighted to help.”

Sean Phillips, West County Center’s marketing director, stresses the importance of organizations like Crisis Nursery. “These people do such great things for local families in need, and our shoppers like to know that their help is staying local,” he says. “We’ve been working with the nursery for several years and fully support its good work.”

That support is needed: In 2015, more than 6,000 calls were made to the nursery’s 24-hour helpline, and 7,500 children received crisis care there; the nursery provided more than 2,000 food bags to families who didn’t have food in the home; and 3,700 households received family empowerment services. With the nursery’s help, 99 percent of children were able to remain in the family home without incident. Crisis Nursery also helps homeless families find permanent shelter and provides baskets of comfort items to parents experiencing chronic or terminal illness. Its five nursery locations across the region are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Eight outreach centers provide counseling, supplies and services during business hours.

As for the Easter Bunny’s arrival on March 25, it will be open to the public and kids will be feted with all kinds of free child-friendly fun—balloon sculptures, Barnes & Noble story time, a sing-along with Mr. Saxophone, and a meet-and-greet with ‘Beauty’ and the ‘Rescue Dogs.’ Photos with the Easter Bunny are available for purchase March 25 through April 15.

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[ TALKOF THETOWNS ] by bill beggs jr.

By the time you read this, you might not be able to buy goodies at Lake Forest Confections anymore. The storefront at 7801 Clayton Road (at Bemiston Avenue) has gone out of business. This is not to say you’re out of luck if you have a hankering for its chocolates. Lake Forest is still a much-loved brand, and has been available since 2012 at the Dan Abel family’s Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Co. factory and store on The Hill … plus, for the last few years, at 230 Dillard’s stores. Alas, it’s still a sad story for metro residents who remember the original Lake Forest Pastry Shop, which stood vacant since closing in 1999 and didn’t meet the wrecking ball until a decade later. (Inside the new building, which houses Ladue Nails & Spa, they made my toes less hideous once.) But forever lost is a classic store that had been there for eons, down to the vintage neon sign. Lake Forest Confections managed to make a go of it for a dozen years just across the street. They made gooey butter cake and other luscious StL staples there until the baker retired last year. They even had a couple of metered parking spaces dedicated to the men who ran in and right back out after scoring sweets for their sweeties during the holidays, a birthday or Valentine’s Day. According to Dan Abel Jr., that was part of the challenge: parking. Plus, the Clayton-sized lease was coming up, and continuing to keep the shop open when manufacturing was being handled elsewhere just didn’t prove viable. Weep no more: You can apply chocolate salve to your wounded sweet tooth with a visit to the plant, just north of I-44 and Kingshighway Boulevard, at 5025 Pattison Ave., where free tours are offered six days a week.

Matt Crosby, the former Rock Hill police officer who has remained in a wheelchair since he was shot answering a domestic disturbance call in April 2010, was able to attend the ribbon cutting last month for a business that has been

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raising money on his behalf. The new Planet Fitness in Shrewsbury donated the first month’s membership fees collected for two weeks from new members, handing Crosby a $10,000 check toward building a ‘smart’ home that will be wheelchair accessible and meet Crosby’s many other needs. In December, elementary pupils held a hot chocolate fundraiser that raised more than $1,000. On Jan. 12, Crosby’s birthday, dozens of area restaurants donated a percentage of that day’s receipts toward the same goal. A longtime friend of the family has established an account at gofundme.com, which has so far raised just under $17,000 toward its goal of $150,000. Crosby fights depression and recently was bedridden for months following surgery to repair a pressure sore he received from the wheelchair. Things will never be the same—his mother testified that she hopes the shooter stays in prison as long as her son remains trapped in his—but even while confined to bed, Crosby has been able to enjoy video games with his two sons. He recently gained the ability to drive again.

In 2012, his assailant was sentenced to life in prison plus 45 years.

The oft-overlooked Soldiers Memorial— now the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum under the umbrella of the

Missouri Historical Society—has been undergoing $30 million in renovations. In late February, the Historical Society shared renderings of its planned collections, which will more than double the existing exhibition area and make sense of a hodgepodge of donated military artifacts that have occupied the lower floor of the magnificent Art Deco building. Its exterior will be cleaned of 80 years of soot. The four monumental Walker Hancock sculptures representing Loyalty, Vision, Courage and Sacrifice, which stand with ‘the horses they rode in on’ at the north and south sides of the building, will be restored to their original glory. Soldiers Memorial Military Museum will set itself apart from many other war memorials because St. Louis is central to the story. Once dedicated to ‘The Great War,’ Soldiers Memorial opened in 1938, just a year before the world was plunged into the worst conflict in history. When the memorial reopens in 2018, it will tell the stories of our town’s servicemen and women and their families, as well as St. Louis’ contributions during war efforts from the War of 1812 to the War on Terror, with a large portion dedicated to World War II. One more community forum will be held 9 a.m.

March 18 at American Legion Post 422 (2601 S. 11th St.) to welcome additional public input about the latest plans for renovations and exhibit design.

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Coming attraction: A total eclipse of the sun Aug. 21. An eclipse is akin to lining up a cosmic billiards shot—the sun, moon and earth are so arranged in the cosmos to obscure all but the corona, the sun’s atmosphere. It will be a sunless Monday, at least for a few unforgettable minutes, as a 70-mile-wide moon shadow advances across the country from Oregon to South Carolina. Much of Missouri will be in shadow awhile after noon. At 1:19 p.m., the shadow’s midpoint will cross the Mississippi River here. OK, it isn’t time to start digging a bunker or get out the tinfoil hat … but you might want to plan hanging out in the Delmar Loop the day before the Great American Eclipse at the Loop Eclipse Festival. With a hotel named Moonrise featuring a restaurant named Eclipse, what better place to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event than the Loop? The daylong festival on Sunday, Aug. 20, will feature activities along the Loop Planet Walk, plus food,

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falling branches pose a hazard to pedestrians and cars below. Native to Asia, the nasty bug was first spotted in Michigan and Canada about 15 years ago and gradually migrated south. It’s a shame. What we really need to import is a bug that dines on sweetgum balls.

With a name like Webster Groves, you know it’s a community that loves its tree-lined streets. But a pest that first reared its ugly little green head in Missouri in 2008— the emerald ash borer—is starting to take its toll here.

City workers already have removed dozens of ash trees, and will need to cut down more than 200 overall.

It’s not the beetles themselves, but their larvae, that are fatal to ash trees. They burrow through the bark, eventually killing the tree. Chemicals can slow the process, but once infested, a tree will die. Meanwhile,

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THE[IN]SIDER Y d T e T h A s P a e l n u

OVER THE YEARS, MY MOM has divided our family

pictures into boxes for each of us. Recently she insisted, ‘Get them out of my basement!’ Our family was never much for taking pictures. As a matter of fact, I have only one baby picture (that happens when you are the youngest of six), so I was curious to see what she could possibly have put in my box.

My sister and I are 17 months apart, and my mom dressed us as if we were twins. The photos we have are of two perfect little girls, one with brown hair, one with red hair, dressed exactly alike. I loved it. Not sure how my older sister, Teresa, felt about always looking like her kid sister, but the problem for me came with the handme-downs. My family made sure to get every possible ‘wear’ out of a piece of clothing. This meant I would wear my original dress for a year or so, grow, and then wear Teresa’s. It killed me that I had to wear the same dress (in different sizes) multiple fashion seasons! (I fancied myself a fashion plate, even back then.) By the way, this is where my four brothers would chime in and complain that they were the ones who really suffered because with four of them, no one ever got anything new. Oh, and they didn’t have shoes until they were 18—liars. Not to mention, who cares? None of them had the pride in fashion my sister and I did (and still do).

The next gem was a family picture we kids had taken as a gift for our parents, professionally done, I might add.

We’d never had one before. What makes this portrait interesting is that my two oldest brothers are missing.

Now, I can understand John not being in the picture. He left St. Louis in 1970 and just recently moved back, but where was Michael? I remember four of us going to get our picture taken at a studio on Brentwood Boulevard, but why would we exclude one of our brothers? There is a certain glint in my brother Dennis’ eyes. Did he just not tell Michael? Give him the wrong time? Location?

Or perhaps for that one day, we just wanted to be a family of four kids instead of six. I can’t really remember what my parents said when we presented them with the family portrait, but I’m pretty sure they noticed someone was missing. They might even have noticed both missing. Hard to say.

Then there’s my senior picture from high school. I went to a school that required a uniform, so I admit my clothing options were limited, but really, was my best choice for this picture a gauzy shirt and ill-fitting jeans?

As if that wasn’t bad enough, I am posed in front of a fake ranch with a wagon wheel in the background. I distinctly remember driving to the photography studio with my hair in curlers, hoping I would have that ‘parted down the middle straight look’ that was popular in 1978. I also remember the photographer insisting I pose in front of the ranch set, and me not wanting to. The smirk on my face says it all. But the bigger question is: Why would I pick that as my senior picture? Certainly there was one where I was actually smiling? No, I picked the one where I look like a smart ass, gauzy shirt and all.

There is not a doubt in my mind that some of our photos would qualify for awkwardfamilyphotos.com.

Well, to be honest, most of them would. But there is also something very revealing in our eyes. Even with all the yelling and fighting we did as kids, it sure looks like we loved each other.

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

by dorothy weiner

Have you ever wanted to walk the runway?

Thanks to supermodel hometowner KARLIE KLOSS, five lucky St. Louisans (and five other winners) will get to strut their stuff alongside her during the upcoming Express fashion show held here March 30. As Express Brand Ambassador and Creative Consultant, Kloss will be looking for applicants who “embody a spirit of optimism and achievement” and are “living their best life and empowering others to do the same.” They will be chosen based on a video posted to Instagram.

Friendship Village Chesterfield community life services director JENIFER RUSSELL has earned the VOYCE 20-Year Lifetime Achievement Award. The award recognizes excellence in person-centered caregiving for seniors, and those who know Russell say that is her specialty! In her 22 years at Friendship Village, she has launched programs, both traditional and unique, to enrich the lives of residents. Russell, seated, is pictured with residents whose interests she has nurtured, from left: Philip Zimmerman, who presents travelogues, Madge Wiesner, weekly cookie baker, and Bob Sortland, woodworker and leader of the seed-to-table program.

Congratulations to DR. JAMES SMITH and SADIE SMITH of Kirkwood, who both will be running in the Boston Marathon.

She qualified at the Indianapolis Marathon with a time of 3 hours, 25 minutes. He is running to raise money for the Boston youth charity Tenacity. An SSMHealth cardiologist, Dr. Smith decided to ‘walk the walk’ a couple of years ago and has run in 18 marathons since!

Good luck to both.

Kudos to this year’s LADUE LOCAL HEROES, a group of

Ladue Horton Watkins High School alums

chosen for their lifetime achievements and contributions to the St. Louis community. Pictured, from left: Jasmine Huda, Robert Fritschle, Sally Klearman Katzif, Marshall Cohen, Ellen Redler Alper, Jan Goldberg Goldstein, Judge Ellen Levy Siwak, Susan Sanders Block, Robin Melman Feder, Ladue Mayor Barry Glantz, Mary Pillsbury Wainwright. Honorees not pictured: Christine Buck Mason, Andy Dielmann, Jeff Fox, Jim Halliburton, Rashad ‘Wizdom’ Rounds, Nick Smith

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To pave the way, he’s been stacking up milestones whenever he steps onto the floor. He’s only the 10th student in SLUH’s history to top the 1,000-point career mark, and he ranks third on the school’s all-time scoring list, among other accomplishments. He also helped propel the team to its first conference championship in 22 years. McKissic captains the squad, and says he takes that role seriously. “I like leading my team into battle,” he says. “I try to keep up the tempo and keep control of the game. I think they see me as a leader, and I respond to that.”

McKissic may be one of the most decorated players in the school’s recent history, but that’s not all that drives him. He also believes strongly in volunteering to make sure future basketball stars get a solid start on the court, donating his time to practice with younger students from local schools. “Sometimes when I work out with kids, I see myself in them,” he explains. “I get what they’re doing, because I’m always still learning myself.”

He says he hopes to study business or education, and is interested in becoming a teacher and coach.

Kirkwood High School senior Molly Jozwiakowski, 18, has been flying high as a gymnast since she was a little girl, and has no plans to quit. Following considerable success at state and national competitions, she’s accepted a gymnastics scholarship to the University of Southern Utah in Cedar City, where she hopes to take pre-med courses. Jozwiakowski says the floor exercise is her top event, and she keeps all her skills fresh by spending about 20 hours a week at St. Louis Gym Centre in Webster Groves.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE SOUTHERN UTAH?

Recruiters saw me at a competition and contacted my coaches when I was a sophomore, asking if I wanted to come for an unofficial visit. My parents and I went, and we loved the campus and the mountains in the area. And the gymnastics team ranked well—they were really close-knit and the coaches were encouraging, so we thought it would be a good fit. I went back for a oneweek gymnastics camp and made an official visit last fall.

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[ academically speaking ] MARIA HYRC

Words are power for Clayton High School senior Maria Hyrc. She’s a veteran of the school’s speech and debate program, and has earned serious recognition for her skills with the English language.

Hyrc is president of the school’s 80-student debate team, but her involvement goes much deeper than that.

The child of Polish immigrants, she captains and peer-coaches three competitions for the program. She was only the fourth student in the school’s history to earn a Degree of Premier Distinction through the National Forensic League’s Speech & Debate Honor Society. She’s also the first CHS student to receive that recognition as a junior. “Being able to express your ideas in a thoughtful, deliberate way is so important,” she says.

“It’s not about earning points or trophies.

It’s knowing how to talk about issues constructively and articulate them in a mature way.”

Hyrc, 18, has won a number of debate championships, and she qualified for the National Speech and Debate Association’s national tournament as a junior. She also believes in furthering the cause of speaking excellence by volunteering and mentoring younger CHS debaters. “I love teaching the value of literature, and I’m passionate about education,” she says. “I’ve been given opportunities that maybe others haven’t, so being able to share that is wonderful.”

Her presentation topics have included constitutionally protected speech, current events, economics, politics and other subjects.

She plans to attend Washington University, and hopes to double major in political science and economics. Law school is a possibility, she says, and so is running for public office.

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Unplug, ride bikes, climb higher, create, play sports, act, spend the night and more at Forsyth Summer Discovery June 12 through Aug. 11 for ages 3 through 12. There are ‘Fun Lunch Fridays’ and pizza and movie nights. Pre-primary camps and extended day offered. Register online.

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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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The camp from June 5 to July 28 at Brentwood Community Center offers STEM development workshops on robotics with RaspberryPi and Arduino, scratch programming, cyber security, 3-D printing and Python programming for kids between ages 6 and 12.

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[POSITIVE PATH DE LA SALLE INC. by alexa beattie

IN 2005, THE GRADUATING CLASS AT LA SALLE MIDDLE SCHOOL wrote a prayer, and it ended

with this: “I am somebody.” The simple statement was quickly adopted as the school’s motto, and now not only is it used as a respectful way to call order to classes and assemblies, but it’s also a powerful reminder for each member of the community that they have a place in the school and in the world.

“It’s very strong,” says Melissa Brickey, executive director of De La Salle Inc., the nonprofit that supports the public charter school. “When we say it, we are saying each of us has value and dignity.

It is a request to be respected and to be seen.”

Mary Ewing, mother of Barbara, 14, and graduate Charles, says she always attends the school’s monthly ‘star events.’ These are occasions to reinforce the idea that each member of the community— students, staff, families, board members and graduates—has a responsibility to act for the good of the whole. “It gives the students a chance to see who and where they are now, and where they are going next,” she says. “The people here truly, truly want to see the children make something of their lives.”

La Salle Middle places great emphasis on integrity and celebrates six core values throughout the year: care, inclusivity, service, community, justice and zeal. Brickey says zeal is the focus for March, and it’s interpreted as ‘unabashed enthusiasm for life, love and learning.’

Indeed, there’s a lot of enthusiasm in these halls, especially since the school moved into a bright new space at the start of this academic year. At the corner of Jefferson Avenue and Carr Lane, two miles from its former location in the Ville neighborhood of North St. Louis City, it now has many more classrooms, outdoor space and a light-filled arts and movement center, set for completion this fall. That’s some growth, considering the school’s humble beginnings above Big Mo’s sandwich shop in North St. Louis in 2001. And it isn’t stopping there.

Although increasing student numbers will happen thoughtfully (and likely slowly), Brickey says their new home eventually will accommodate 250 to 300 children. Currently, the student population stands at 100, with 120 predicted for next year. And somewhere down the line, La Salle hopes to reach younger children as well by starting in kindergarten rather than fifth grade. “You have the most impact if you can get them younger,” Brickey says.

But even now, De La Salle Inc.’s impact extends beyond middle school: One of its initiatives, EnCompass, includes a graduate support program that provides ongoing, intensive support in the form of continued academic counseling, high school financial aid, and help with ACT test prep, college visits and applications. Since its beginnings 16 years ago, the nonprofit has seen 98 percent of its students graduate from high school and 86 percent accepted into a post-secondary program; of those, 86 percent either are still in college or have graduated.

On April 8, De La Salle Inc. hosts its biggest annual fundraiser, Catch a Rising Star Gala, at The Coronado Ballroom. “Our growth and ability to reach more children is only possible because of a community of supporters who believe in the importance of educational equity,” Brickey says. Honorees are Laura and Norm Eaker, Daughters of Charity Province of St. Louise, and Monsanto Fund.

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Saturday, April 8, 2017 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Forest Hills Country Club 36 Forest Club Drive Chesterfield, MO 63005 Tickets available now at sloca.org, or by calling 314-966-7562

Emcee Laura Hettiger, “Great Day St. Louis” KMOV TV

Co-Chairs Cindy Becker and Joan Walsh

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Special Guest Comedian, Greg Warren

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[ REACHING OUT award winner

family court of st. louis county To hear all family-related court matters arising within the state’s larger circuits and to provide support services for youth and families coming to the attention of the court, including counseling, probationary services, parent education classes and restitution programs

by karyn williams

meet volunteer DON ROTH OF CREVE COEUR

PHOTO: COLIN MILLER OF STRAUSS PEYTON PHOTOGRAPHY

How long have you been a volunteer?

25 years What interested you in this particular cause?

Back in 1992, I was looking for some volunteer opportunities. I read a column about a potential program that would allow lay people to interact with the incarcerated kids at the Detention Center of the St. Louis Family Court. When I made an appointment with the director, nothing had been set up yet. I followed up a couple months later, and he offered to take me on a tour, and that’s when it began. The idea was to have someone share their life experiences with these kids whenever they could. So I started going in the evenings, and I felt like I was maybe making an impact on them.

Their offenses cover a full range, including drug charges, sexual advances and burglary. They are used to adults berating them. I never talk down to them. The reason I’ve done this for so many years is that I really do care. These kids want someone who will listen to them. It’s been an integral part of my life.

What kind of volunteer work are you involved in?

I go every Saturday afternoon to talk to the group there, usually about 15 to 25. I talk about what my expectations are of them and try to inject some humor into my discussions. A lot of my talks have been in conjunction with the Humane Society of Missouri because dog fighting is really big in their communities, so I wanted to address that. I brought in a dog, Cody, for a number of years, and the kids loved him. And they also love basketball, so a few years ago, I called the Billikens coach to see if the team would visit. They came one Saturday morning to have basketball practice with the 26 kids there at the time and interact with them. It was such a productive activity, I contacted the NCAA with the intention of getting other schools across the country to do a similar program. The organization ended up publishing an article about my involvement and SLU’s participation.

If you could do anything for the organization, what would it be?

I would want more exposure to motivate people across the country to approach their own family court to do something unique and interesting on behalf of these young people. If individuals in other communities across the country could see the advantage of getting involved and sharing their experiences with these kids, it would be wonderful! I’ve learned so much.

IN THE WORDS OF THE FAMILY COURT:

“Don Roth genuinely cares about the welfare of court-involved youth at the Detention Center. When the youth ask him why he keeps returning, he always replies, ‘because I care.’ He is compassionate and is always seeking ways to improve and impact their lives. He has given countless hours, time and energy to this cause and consequently, he will be honored by the court in April for his 25 years of service.”

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AMY ROME On Philanthropy

BY JULIA M. JOHNSON

Every time a new president gets the keys to the White House, questions pop up about how businesses and nonprofits will be financially affected by the new administration’s agenda. Which sectors will be favored, and which will see cuts to important funding? Amy Rome, founder and principal of The Rome Group consulting firm in midtown, is well aware of the challenges faced by nonprofits that receive support from government agencies. She offers some words of caution—and hope—for nonprofit leaders scratching their heads about the availability of future funding.

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Rome notes that the full federal funding picture is still hazy at this point, but nonprofits should think strategically now so they know where else to seek support if government funding gets reduced. “The current administration has provided some details about its priorities,” she says. “What gets funded is subject to its interests and agenda. Early talk about preliminary budgets suggests that funding could be shifted away from programs with real consequences for our community, including the arts, domestic violence prevention and even the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).”

Rome says some nonprofits in the areas of environment, social justice and women’s health already have begun ramping up their nongovernmental funding efforts in response to the new administration’s priorities. But turning to private philanthropy alone isn’t enough to replace government funding, she says. Whenever there’s a period of instability, more families turn to nonprofits for more services, and that increases the burden on organizations that already stretch their dollars quite a bit. “That includes basic areas like health care, housing and putting food on the table,” Rome says. “Nonprofits may have to change or limit their service priorities if they lose government support.

They’ll need to be more strategic about what they can and can’t do for people.”

She adds that nonprofits should pay attention to their state’s spending plans, too. “For example, Missouri governor Eric Greitens’ proposed FY2018 budget shows big cuts to

early and higher education,” she notes.

Regardless of how the landscape unfolds, Rome advises area nonprofits to do three things in the coming year: 1) Communicate their priorities often to elected officials; 2) Stay in even closer touch with donors and supporters so the group’s needs stay top of mind; and 3) Take advantage of nonprofit management courses and seminars offered by organizations like the Regional Arts Commission, Arts and Education Council, United Way, Jewish Federation, Nonprofit Missouri, Network for Strong Communities and local universities. Their offerings can teach nonprofit staffers how to tap new funding sources like foundations and grant programs, and how to work effectively with local legislators to advance their causes.

BARTON WILL 229 APARTMENTS. “There are a lot ofTHE resources out FEATURE there,” Rome adds. “It’s a matter of reaching out to these organizations, getting on their LISTSERVs and staying up on their news.”

[Nonprofits will] need to be more strategic about what they can and can’t do for people.

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FUNDRAISING EVENTS

10th ANNUAL

Golf Tournament Monday, April 24, 2017 12:30 pm Shotgun Start

Whitmoor County Club

1100 Whitmoor Drive, St. Charles

SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY » Book Fair March 25 | West County Center

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GIRLS ON THE RUN

» The Power of ONE Annual Gala March 30, 6 p.m. | The Schlafly Tap Room

www.signaturefoundation.org bschlueter@signaturefoundation.org

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SAINT LOUIS BALLET

» The Sleeping Beauty April 7-9 | Touhill Performing Arts Center 314.516.4949 | TOUHILL.ORG

SLOCA

» Living Out Loud Gala & Auction April 8, 6-10 p.m. | Forest Hills Country Club 314.966.7562 | SLOCA.ORG

DE LA SALLE INC.

Hunger Isn’t Seasonal; The Need Continues Year Round!

» Catch a Rising Star Gala April 8 | The Coronado Ballroom 314.531.9820 | DELASALLESTL.ORG

FOSTER & ADOPTIVE CARE COALITION » 11th Annual Old Bags April 20 | The Ritz-Carlton

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ST. LOUIS ARC

» Superheroes for Kids April 20 | Palladium St. Louis 314.569.2211 | SLARC.ORG

SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION » 10th Annual Golf Tournament April 24 | Whitmoor Country Club

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COCA

» COCAcabana 2017: Jumpin’ Jubilee April 28 | COCA 314.725.6555 | COCASTL.ORG

RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ST. LOUIS » Fourth Annual Kentucky Derby Party May 6 | Location TBD

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CIRCLE OF CONCERN

» 13th Annual Circle Of Concern Charity Golf Tournament May 8 | Aberdeen Golf Club 636.861.2623 |​ ​CIRCLEOFCONCERN.ORG

ANGELS’ ARMS

» Fifth Annual Sip & Savor May 19 | Hilton St. Louis Frontenac 314.842.8400 | ANGELSARMS.ORG

FRIENDS OF KIDS WITH CANCER

» 19th Annual Golf Tournament & Auction May 22 | Whitmoor Country Club

Give a gift of $100 or more to Circle Of Concern and receive a Missouri Food Pantry Tax Credit up to $2,500 for single filers or $5,000 for joint filers!

Your generous donation provides low income families in West St. Louis County with: • Wholesome Foods • Financial Assistance • Summer Camp Opportunities

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THE FOUNDATION FOR BARNES-JEWISH HOSPITAL » illumination Gala June 3 | The Ritz-Carlton

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VOYCE » Changing Landscape of Long-Term Care Conference June 8 and 9 | Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel

(636) 861-2623 • www.circleofconcern.org

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Cheers! to the chairs

LAURA WASSON AND CATHY BONO

CO-CHAIRS EMILY ROTHSCHILD AND MELISSA YOST

Laura Wasson, chairperson; Cathy Bono, co-chairperson

the power of ONE annual gala

Why is this nonprofit important to you?

Emily Rothschild, co-chair; Melissa Yost, co-chair

meet the chairs

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

Event Goals:

The conference creates public awareness for VOYCE’s role in speaking up for quality long-term care. This is achieved 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?

Girls on the Run gives girls the tools to become healthy, confident young women while helping them embrace differences, be positive and support one another. The program empowers girls to be who they are without limits while having fun and being active. So much pressure is put on girls to look/ act a certain way, and this program lets girls be girls without judgment and teaches important skills to help them throughout life.

Event Goals:

Money raised at the gala supports our scholarship fund, which ensures that every girl in our region can be a Girl on the Run regardless of her financial status. We are thrilled that we’ve never turned a girl away due to inability to pay and hope to continue that as our program grows. This event will raise awareness about our program and create new relationships in the community.

about the organization

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

Event Details DATE: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., June 8 and 9 LOCATION: Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel CONTACT INFO: voycestl.org 314.918.8222

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

Event Details DATE: 6 p.m., March 30 LOCATION: Schlafly Taproom CONTACT INFO: Laura Roeseler 314.862.6266 laura@girlsontherunstlouis.org

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

PHOTO: CHARLES BERG

changing landscape of long-term care

Cheers! to the chairs illumination gala meet the chairs:

Amy and Bill Koman; Jennifer and Tom Hillman, co-chairs Paula and Rodger Riney, honorary co-chairs

Event Details DATE: 6:30 p.m., June 3 LOCATION: The Ritz-Carlton CONTACT INFO: Kris Marino 314.286.0602 | kristin.marino@bjc.org

FRONT LEFT: JENNIFER HILLMAN, AMY KOMAN BACK LEFT: TOM HILLMAN, BILL KOMAN

Why is this nonprofit important to you?

Siteman is truly one of St. Louis’ gems. We’re fortunate to have this level of care in St. Louis. The Foundation ensures its stature as an international leader and top-tier research and treatment center.

— Roger Riney Siteman is at the forefront of personalized medicine, as well as prevention, education and community outreach.

— Tom Hillman Siteman’s rapidly advancing technologies and cancer treatments—many pioneered by Siteman doctors and researchers—are ensuring a future where cancer is better understood, managed and prevented.

— Bill Koman

Event Goals:

The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital’s illumination Gala is a significant fundraiser for Siteman Cancer Center. Research is expensive, but so important to make progress in cancer. The illumination Gala brings our community together to create awareness and inspire generosity that speeds cancer research at Siteman so we can save more lives.

about the organization

MISSION STATEMENT: With the help of donors, The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital touches thousands of lives each year by supporting lifesaving research, enhancing patient care and services, awarding nursing scholarships, and providing community outreach programs to improve health in St. Louis and around the world.

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Alex Pietrangelo, honorary chairman; Rick Lommel, co-chair Bob Nuelle, co-chair; Matt Biffignani, co-chair I have seen firsthand in my family the positive power that Friends of Kids with Cancer has on these kids, and I am honored to be a part of it.

– Alex Pietrangelo

Our golf tournament provides exposure to the local business community for the charity and the needs and struggles kids with cancer endure. As one of the premier golf tournaments in St. Louis, it will result in a net contribution of more than $200,000 to help kids with cancer be kids. Support of this tournament will provide programs to help these kids and their families get through the pain and agony of treatment.

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MISSION STATEMENT: To be an advocate for these special kids and provide them and their families with the educational, emotional and recreational support needed as a result of the long hours of chemotherapy, illness and isolation.

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Growing up in a large family, I cannot imagine going through childhood without my loving family and brothers and sisters by my side. Sadly, many foster children have to do just that. Angels’ Arms is so important because it provides caring and supportive homes for St. Louis foster children, while keeping sibling groups together until their forever home is found.

—Aaron Pollard Events like Sip & Savor allow Angels’ Arms to generate funding to support our foster children. This nonprofit receives no state or federal funding and relies on the generosity of the community to provide opportunities for the foster children, including extracurricular activities, dance and music lessons, summer camps, and more. In addition, children learn skills they will use as they transition out of the foster care system.

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MISSION STATEMENT: Angels’ Arms is dedicated to providing and supporting loving homes for foster children by keeping brothers and sisters together within a nurturing family until a forever home is found.

Event Details DATE: 6-9 p.m., May 19 LOCATION: Hilton St. Louis Frontenac CONTACT INFO: Maria Chandler maria@angelsarms.org

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The HBA donated more than $4,000 to Marygrove in support of its mission to provide a safe living environment for children struggling with behavior, emotional or other mental issues.

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Stray Rescue celebrated its re-opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony after a distemper outbreak forced closure last October.

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KidSmart, an organization that provides free school supplies to students in need, celebrated its 15th anniversary by surprising students and teachers at Barack Obama Elementary with a birthday party.

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Add stripes to Diane von Furstenberg’s flattering wrap dress to elongate your silhouette.

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Freeze Frame

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DIFFERENT? RA: Our soap recipe, the mixture of fats with plant oils, can be traced to my great-grandmother’s practice of making tallow candles and soaps in the late 1800s, early 1900s. So in a way, we have deep roots to a time when people made do with the resources they had around them. All our soaps are made with organic oils of olive, coconut and soy from producers who practice sustainable harvesting.

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position. I’m a professor of education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

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‘Botanica’ is both Spanish and Latin and refers to the understanding, curating and offering of healing botanicals. The words express the identity of our company: We are artisans and lovers of nature, and we package our products in transportable ways that the everyday person can enjoy.

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T&S: IF YOUR GRANDMOTHER WAS STILL ALIVE, WHAT WOULD SHE THINK OF TODAY’S BEAUTY PRODUCTS? RA: My grandmother, Enriqueta Reyna de Bernal, was a loving, hardworking and deeply spiritual woman. She taught us to make sense of the world around us and that everything is connected, with signs all around us that are meant to be pondered and possibly acted upon. I think she’d see Verdura Botanica as the manifestation of a stirring I had almost 20 years ago, when I asked, “What if we could bring to people’s awareness the love of plants, a commitment to sustainability and family business?”

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FRESH FACES WEST COUNTY CENTER by alexa beattie SPRING IS AN EXCITING TIME AT WEST COUNTY CENTER. There are some new faces in the

neighborhood, and some old ones expanding or getting makeovers. In a word, “There’s a lot going on,” says Sean Phillips, the center’s marketing director.

Mary Ann Allen, owner of Imagine That, says she’s particularly enthusiastic for the new season.

Allen opened her West County Center store in November 2015, expanding from Cape Girardeau, and now she’s moving to a larger space. Imagine That specializes in lines like Southern Tide, Vineyard Vines and Simply Southern—trendy, vibrant clothing that she says is in high demand. In addition, she stocks fun, innovative items sometimes hard to find in other places. “I travel across the U.S. looking for the next big thing,” Allen says, citing in particular the new PopSocket grips for smartphones and Fatboy ‘inflatable’ chairs.

Phillips says Forever 21 is another store blazing a fashion trail. “When we want to know what’s going to be hot, we look to Forever 21,” he says. “It’s a clothing store that’s always one step ahead.”

Not only is the West County Center store the chain’s largest in St. Louis, but it’s also the only one that also stocks men’s fashions. Women soon will have another hot spot for clothes and accessories, when Akira, fresh from Chicago with more than 200 designer brands, opens by summer.

But what about shoes to go with those trendy outfits? Vans, the original action sports footwear company and a hot ticket in today’s youth market, will open before the summer. Located on Level 2 near Nordstrom, it offers the “hippest of the hip” in men’s and women’s performance footwear, apparel and accessories, Phillips says. Child and infant sizes also are available.

As for other newcomers, there’s a Cell Doc moving in on Level 2 near Macy’s, and the smartphone repair shop promises to sort out most problems—glass and LCD replacement, water damage, headphone jack replacement, home button repair and battery replacements—in under 30 minutes.

“There’s no wait time, and the doctor is always in!” Phillips says. The store plans to sell chargers, cases and other accessories.

Meanwhile, Helzberg Diamonds is remodeling its existing location to open mid-May, and Phillips says Starbucks has replaced its current kiosk with a brand-new concept on Level 1 near JCPenney. (Helzberg currently operates out of a temporary location next door.)

Hungry after all that shopping? Phillips says Classic Dogs & More is a tasty addition to the Food Court, with 20 hotdog types offered, from Italian sausages and German brats to corn dogs and Chicago dogs. Not in the mood for sausage? What about a gyro or Reuben, or an Italian beef sandwich? Sides include sweet potato fries, jalapeno poppers and nachos, and how about a fried Twinkie for dessert? Elsewhere in the food court, the old Fusion Kitchen has expanded its menu and changed its name to Falafel & Grill, adding falafel sandwiches, kabobs and Mediterranean appetizers like hummus and baba ghanoush. Mmm ...

Newly single and carrying a secret, Eloise McGarry (Anna Kendrick) begrudgingly attends her friend’s wedding, though she knows her exboyfriend is the best man. Entering the stylish reception hall, she’s assigned to the far back table with an eclectic group of ‘misfits’ deemed too marginal to be seated with the other guests. A series of annoying interactions ensues with the characters in her corner, and Eloise begins to realize that everyone else there is miserable too, and trying to cope like she is. As her companions’ problems unfold through awkward conversation, she finds it oddly easier to talk to strangers than speak openly with the person who’s most dear to her.

There’s a lovely interlude with a handsome reception-crasher (Thomas Cocquerel) who charms her on the dance floor. Then Eloise finally lets down the wall, begins to share more honestly, and enjoys herself with people who have nothing in common but their vulnerability. Eventually, she understands that one’s spot at the table doesn’t define their worth, and she figures out how to get through to the person who means the most to her. The film also features TV favorites such as Friends’ Lisa Kudrow and The Office’s Craig Robinson.

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The St. Louis County Library (SLCL) is extending its reach even more than usual—and that of local musicians! In an effort to celebrate and promote the musical creativity of St. Louisans, it has launched Listen Up STL, a local music collection available online to its approximately 355,000 cardholders.

The pilot project started last October when local artists were asked to submit original recordings for inclusion. All albums that met the guidelines were accepted and are now featured in a collection that includes a variety of genres, like jazz, rock, blues, gospel and country.

SLCL plans to solicit new music twice a year from local musicians currently performing and/or based in the area with original recordings.

The next submission period is slated for spring.

Cardholders can stream the Listen Up STL collection through the library's website at slcl.org/listen-up-stl.

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

[ CATE ZONE CHINESE CAFE ] 8148 olive blvd. | 314.738.9923

[ amuse bouche ] THE SCENE

Hip, young Asian spot

THE PRICES

$3-$8 skewers, $7-$9 street food, $8.50-$14 entrees

THE CHEF

Yuming Han

THE FAVORITES

Crisp Shrimp with Egg Sauce, Eggplant on Sizzling Plate, Sweet & Sour Pork, Lamb Skewer, Honey Crisp Sweet Potatoes

WHEN IS THE LAST TIME YOU HEARD THE WORDS

‘hip’ and ‘Chinese restaurant’ in the same sentence?

Well, this place upends the usual stereotypes: no red satin seats or fortune cats here. It is clean and uncluttered, except for Chinese language ninja movies on a flat-screen TV. The brainchild of two millennials, Cate Zone even serves cool food (that is often hot); no greasy, sticky-sauced dishes here.

There’s an entire ‘skewers’ menu that features things like chicken gizzards and ‘fish tofu’ delivered on thin wooden skewers. Another menu has a full range of Dongbei dishes, from the northeast area of China where most of these recipes originate. Because of its geography, there are Korean and Japanese influences. I advise sampling each. Be forewarned: some offerings may not appeal to Western palates (Crisp Pork Intestine Noodle Soup?), but most of it is tempting and well executed.

Also, some dishes are laden with dried red chile peppers.

A ‘skewer’ of Korean Short Rib ($8) offered up small bones surrounded by highly seasoned, tender rib meat.

Like this dish, many descriptions don’t jive with what

they actually are. My ‘short rib’ was not the soft, slowcooked meat of that name. And the several dishes listed as ‘with egg sauce’ are actually dipped in egg batter and deep-fried, not saucy or eggy at all.

Seasoning on the ‘short rib’ was very distinctive, with the hot and smoky flavor of Korean dried chili peppers called gochugaru. That spice also covered our Lamb Skewers ($7.99 for five), which were really good. Small chunks of fatty meat came roasted tender, fragrant and, unexpectedly, with a distinctive cumin flavor. The Fish Tofu skewer ($3) and Chicken Wing skewer ($4.95, which came as two large wings, not skewered) both had a gochugaru coating, clearly a staple of ‘skewer’ dishes.

On the entree menu, Crisp Shrimp with Egg Sauce ($12.99) was our introduction to the light, delicious style of frying here. Akin to tempura, the thin coatings are hot, crisp and have a melt-in-your-mouth lightness.

The shrimp came head- and tail-on, meant to be eaten whole. The shells are quite thin, so pop them into your mouth and just enjoy the ever-so-slightly oily and salty goodness. Adding to its appeal were similarly egg-

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DONGBEI An area of northeast China also known as the eastern part of Inner Mongolia GOCHUGARU A Korean blend of red pepper flakes common in kimchi, this spice has a texture between flakes and powder. Also called kochukaru.

ENOKI An east Asian mushroom with small cap, also called golden needle or lily mushroom

[ aftertaste ] » We loved the atmosphere and many of the dishes. It’s a little crowded, but that’s part of the fun. Get there early!

— JAN F. OF CLAYTON

» I enjoyed the unusual food. It was something of an adventure, a chance to try something different. And the prices are very attractive, so you don’t mind experimenting.

— LARRY S. OF U. CITY

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dipped and fried peas and carrots scattered on top.

Eggplant on Sizzling Plate ($9.99) is impressive even before you taste it. It comes on a hot platter, and the tantalizing brown sauce underneath the eggplant fingers is sizzling. The vegetable itself is ever so lightly fried, crisp on the outside and soft inside. And delicious bits of stir-fried pork are scattered in it. The sauce is slightly sweet and hot.

The China Northeast Sweet & Sour Pork ($12.99) here is amazing, with a shiny, candied coating over thin pork cutlets rather than chunks. The ‘sauce,’ which is really just a sticky film, is sweet and delicious. Dry Fried Calamari ($11.99) contains dried rather than fresh squid, making it hard and chewy—unlike the typical tender ringlets.

Do not miss dessert, which here means only one thing: Honey Crisp Sweet Potatoes ($11.99). The presentation is astounding as you gaze at the steaming platter of sticky-coated potato wedges topped with a volcano of spun sugar. In flavor, it’s a cross between ‘deep-fried bananas’ and cotton candy.

» yuming han

CULINARY PEDIGREE

Twenty-plus years in China

FAVORITE INGREDIENT Sichuan peppercorn

FAVORITE COOKBOOK

Some old Chinese cookbooks; I no longer have time to read!

FAVORITE ST. LOUIS RESTAURANT Kim Son Vietnamese Bistro

MOST MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE In my hometown of Fushun at a local restaurant that made the best spicy crab.

LEISURE

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BLOOD ORANGE CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL INGREDIENTS: 1 sugar cube, dash of blood orange bitters, blood orange twist, Champagne METHOD: Drop sugar cube into chilled flute and soak with blood orange bitters. Top with your favorite sparkling wine. Flame the orange twist and drop it in. Refreshing!

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here before we know it—including my wedding. My fiancée and I will be tying the knot in September in Dana Point, California. I, of course, am more of a wine guy, but she is more the fruity cocktail type. That makes a Champagne- or sparkling wine-based cocktail a great choice for a our signature wedding drink. The Classic Champagne Cocktail is crafted with Angostura bitters, sugar, brandy and a lemon or orange twist, but many variations and ‘twists’ exist.

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WITH SPRING AROUND THE CORNER, wedding season will be

FRENCH 75

This is named after the famed French 75mm rapid-fire artillery piece design of World War I fame.

INGREDIENTS: 1.5 ounces of gin, ¾ ounce lemon juice, ½ ounce agave nectar, Champagne, lemon twist METHOD: In cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients over ice, except the Champagne. Shake vigorously. Strain into chilled flute and top with Champagne. Garnish with lemon twist. Look out!

KIR ROYALE INGREDIENTS: ¼ ounce crème de cassis or Chambord METHOD: In a chilled champagne flute, place the crème de cassis and slowly add Champagne until the flute is filled. For the Kir Imperial, use Chambord instead and garnish with a black raspberry.

ELDERFLOWER INGREDIENTS: ½ ounce St. Germaine liqueur; ½ once fresh lemon juice; prosecco, cremant d’alsace or Champagne METHOD: Combine liqueur and juice in a chilled flute or wine glass.

Top with the sparkling wine. Try a touch of melted elderberry jam or elderberry syrup for an interesting variation I call the Royal Elder.

COMMENDATORE LUXARDO INGREDIENTS: ½ ounce Luxardo cherry syrup, 1 Luxardo cherry, ½ ounce grappa, dash of vanilla extract METHOD: Combine ingredients above and top with Franciacorta Extra Brut. Garnish with a sprig of thyme for a Macaroni plume.

[ hibiscus blueberry syrup recipe ] Make a tea from dried hibiscus flowers and reduce with fresh blueberries and sugar to create hibiscus blueberry syrup.

15 TO 20 DRIED HIBISCUS FLOWERS 2 C. FRESH BLUEBERRIES

2 C. SUGAR 5 C. WATER

the water. Turn off and For your cocktail, add »let Boil »½ ounce of your new syrup to a calm. champagne glass and top with Add the hibiscus flowers and »steep rosé Champagne. for 20 minutes. Strain.

Garnish with a dried or fresh »hibiscus Combine tea with fresh, »smashed flower. Cheers! blueberries and sugar.

Reduce and strain to »desired consistency.

JEFFREY HALL IS THE SOMMELIER FOR THE FOUR SEASONS HOTEL-ST. LOUIS.

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is a man of many talents, but he says he is a magician first. “That’s the lens through which I see most of what I do,” he says. He might be best known for hosting Cupcake Wars on Food Network, although he’s made multiple appearances on shows like Ellen, The Tonight Show and Conan. He’s performed live at the White House for the Obama family, and his debut comedy/magic special Sleight of Mouth premiered on Comedy Central last year. Willman was married in September 2015, and lives with wife Jillian Sipkins in Los Angeles.

CREVE COEUR NATIVE JUSTIN WILLMAN

T&S | Where did you grow up and what high school did you attend?

Justin Willman | I grew up on Spoede Road and went to Ladue Horton Watkins High School, class of ‘98.

and events. I put ads in the Riverfront Times, had business cards made, and ended up doing four or five events each weekend. It was a crash course in entrepreneurship!

T&S | What teacher made the biggest impression?

JW | Miss Box, who taught TV and video.

I attribute my comfort in front of the camera to her because she had us deliver the morning news. She encouraged us to find our true voice, rather than just read a script. She also taught us how to edit film on VHS tape. We thought we were so cutting-edge, but nowadays, a kid can do all that on a cell phone.

T&S | So what about those cupcakes?

JW | Cupcake Wars was a case of being in the right place at the right time—a random audition that led to nine seasons between 2010 and 2015. But here’s the truth: I can throw around cupcake terms, but I’ve never—in all my life—baked a single one! To be honest, I’m more of a crème brulee guy.

T&S | How did you break into ‘show business’?

JW | I first became interested in magic at 12 after I broke both arms falling off my bicycle. (I was wearing roller blades at the time, going downhill fast, and flew straight over the handlebars!) For six months, I was in and out of St. Louis Children’s Hospital, where I came into contact with Dr. Magic (aka Jerry Hughes), who visited the children there each week. It was he who suggested I do magic tricks with my hands instead of standard physical therapy.

That was the spark. It was the first thing I was ever good at.

T&S | How did you develop your newfound talent?

JW | I took lessons at a place called Gibbol’s on the Landing, a half-magic/half-adult novelty shop.

You needed a parent with you if you were under 18, so because I was only 15, my mom and dad took me down there every week. My stage name was Justin Kredible, and I started doing birthday parties

T&S | Where do you make a point of going when you come home?

JW | I always visit the City Museum. One of my first regular gigs as a teen was in the circus area on the second floor. I’d perform every weekend with the amazing Circus Harmony folks. That place is magic to me. I also make sure to pop by Nordstrom at the Galleria. My sister is a manager there and I love barging in unannounced and embarrassing her with brotherly affection.

T&S | What does St. Louis mean to you?

JW | In my travels, I really love it when I meet someone from here. With fellow St. Louisans, you play that silly name game (Do you know so-and-so?) and there’s always a good chance you have someone in common, always some connection to be made.

And there’s a definite feeling of kinship. St. Louis is a proud city, an important American city with rich history and industry … and excellent beer! I love coming home.

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NEW & NOTEWORTHY] 1 | MOSBY BUILDING ARTS

Need a new kitchen or bathroom? Consider teaming with Mosby designer Laura Powderly, who recently earned her Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer certification through the NKBA. 645 Leffingwell Ave. 314.909.1800 | callmosby.com

2 | SAINT LOUIS BALLET

Tickets are now on sale for The Sleeping Beauty, one of the most beautiful ballets ever performed, April 7 through 9 with Tchaikovsky’s classic score.

Touhill Performing Arts Center 1 University Drive 314.516.4949 | touhill.org

3 | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES ALLIANCE REAL ESTATE’S AFFILIATED SERVICES

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4 | RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ST. LOUIS

Join the Red Shoe Society for its fourth annual Kentucky Derby Party May 6 to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. Big hats and bow ties are encouraged! New location is TBD. 3450 Park Ave. 314.932.4116 | rmhcstl.com

5 | CIRCLE OF CONCERN FOOD PANTRY

Circle Of Concern’s largest expenses are fresh/ perishable food and short-term financial assistance for our clients. Your notable financial gift or donation makes it possible for us to meet these critical needs.

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7 | ST. LOUIS ARC

Superheroes for Kids April 20 is a cosmic cocktail party supporting programs for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Superhero for Kids Award will honor Dr. John Mantovani for his leadership in pediatric neurology and autism.

1177 N. Warson Road 314.569.2211 | slarc.org

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8 | THE SHERIDAN COMMUNITIES

You are invited to see the difference at The Sheridan, offering best-inclass senior living care in Chesterfield, Creve Coeur and Sunset Hills.

Learn about becoming a Diamond Charter Member online. seniorlifestyle.com

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9 | ST. LOUIS OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS

Join SLOCA for our annual fundraiser, Living Out Loud Gala & Auction, April 8 at Forest Hills Country Club, featuring cocktails, dinner, auction items and an entertaining program from comedian Greg Warren.

36 Forest Club Drive 314.966.7562 | sloca.org

10 | SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY

Saint Louis Crisis Nursery will host its 23rd annual Charity Golf Classic May 22 at Norwood Hills Country Club, featuring a four-person scramble, numerous contests and a dinner/awards banquet.

11710 Administration Drive, Ste. 18 314.292.5770 | crisisnurserykids.org

11 | TUCKERALLEN, ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEYS

Join us at our Town & Country office March 22 for a special seminar, Wills, Trusts, and Probate, Oh My! – The Fundamentals of Estate Planning. RSVP by March 17. Space is limited.

314.335.1100 | tuckerallen.com

12 | DE LA SALLE INC.

Join us for an evening of joy and generosity celebrating the transformative power of education at our Catch a Rising Star Gala April 8! Register online.

1106 N. Jefferson Ave. 314.531.9820 | delasallestl.org

13 | SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION

The 2017 Gateway Dragon Boat Festival will be held June 24 at Creve Coeur Lake to benefit Signature Healthcare Foundation. It’s free to watch! Visit our website for information on sponsoring a team.

12639 Old Tesson Road, Ste. 115 314.440.8375 signaturefoundation.org | gatewaydragonboat.org

14 | FOSTER & ADOPTIVE CARE COALITION

On April 20, hundreds of women will fill The Ritz-Carlton ballroom for our fabulous Old Bags silent auction of designer handbags to support our mission.

1750 S. Brentwood Blvd., Ste. 210 314.367.8373 | foster-adopt.org/old-bags-2017

15 | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES ALLIANCE REAL ESTATE

Our professional concierge drip email campaigns help agents stay in touch with their clients and prospects with no effort on their part. Join our team, and let us do the work for you!

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16 | WILSON LIGHTING

March is the month for makeovers. Let Wilson Lighting help you find the perfect light fixture to brighten your home. Most items can be taken home the day of purchase!

909 S. Brentwood Blvd.

314.222.6300 | wilsonlighting.com

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by robert w. paster

FOR THOSE OF US WHO ENJOY PERFORMANCE DRIVING, BMWs have long been appreciated

for their handling, power, styling and practicality. It used to be that to get a car that drove like a sports car, you had to get a true sports car. BMW changed all that in the ’60s with the 2002 coupe, a plucky little two-door with a functional back seat and usable trunk.

The 440i xDrive two-door coupe is a great driving vehicle, combining the practicality of a usable back seat and trunk with luxury amenities like dual automatic climate control, well-bolstered leather seats with three-stage heat, parking sensors, a back-up camera and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The interface is through a pop-up screen with remote controller, aka iDrive, that doesn’t seem as simple as a touchscreen, and the controller sits fairly far back in the console between the seats. However, many functions, such as the radio, can be controlled from the steering wheel, and are displayed on the heads-up display, which allows you to make adjustments without taking your hands off the wheel or eyes off the road—a nice safety feature.

The back seat is surprisingly roomy, with plenty of leg space, though anyone taller than about 5’9” would probably complain about lack of head room. The trunk is large and deep and can be expanded by folding down the rear seats. A really cool new feature allows you to open the trunk by kicking your foot under the rear bumper if you have the key fob in your pocket; a great convenience when your hands are full.

The 440i I drove was loaded with the M sport package, which added 19-inch wheels, sport seats, an M steering wheel, and an aerodynamic body kit with carbon fiber spoiler and exterior trim.

The M track package added variable sport steering, adaptive M suspension and sport brakes, and a technology package, which meant navigation with real-time traffic and a heads-up display that projects your speed, navigation directions and other info onto the base of the windshield.

As the ‘Ultimate Driving Machine,’ the BMW 4-series does not disappoint when it comes to spirited driving, offering a 320-horsepower, twin-scroll, turbo 6-cylinder powerplant that moves the car with alacrity and can get you to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds. A raspy exhaust note adds to the visceral experience. A ‘driving dynamics’ setting lets you choose from economy, comfort, sport and sport plus modes. Sport mode seems to be ideal, giving you a firm suspension, tight steering and higher shift points while retaining stability control and other safety nannies. Pick-up is excellent with almost no turbo lag, and cornering is very flat. Tight steering is very communicative and gives great road feedback.

According to Ashley Hardebeck, sales manager at Plaza BMW, “The new 4-series makes 20 more horsepower, and sportline is now standard on all models. They made the 4-series better while keeping it the ultimate driving machine.”

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APRONOMICS SCOTT MONETTE OF 100 PERCENT WINE ]

by karyn williams | photos by bill barrett

IN THE WORDS OF SCOTT MONETTE, “There is never a bad day in the wine

business.” It’s a remark he can stand behind, having been in the business since founding the label 100 Percent Wine in 2014. Business travel involves ‘work’ like spending a few days in Lodi, California, to taste numerous varieties from an award-winning winemaker. But Monette’s career didn’t always revolve around reds and whites—and, to be honest, along with the perks come many days with long hours and hard work, all to fulfill a mission very near to his heart.

Formerly the CFO for Ralcorp Holdings, Monette made the decision to retire from corporate America shortly after the company was sold in 2013. His reasons were much deeper than just travel and relaxation. His son Matt, now 21, is living with a disability (the family moved here from Kansas City years ago so he could attend Central Institute for the Deaf) and as he got older, Monette was faced with the stark realization that there were few unemployment opportunities for this large group of people. “In Missouri, assistance services from the school district stop at age 21, so families have these great safety nets of teachers, parent professionals and therapists, and then it all just goes away,” he says.

His research showed that 57 million Americans are living with a disability, and it’s the largest and fastest growing majority in the country. “Two-thirds of them are not working, not even a part-time job!” He was disheartened by the lack of momentum for change and came up with an idea to approach the problem in a positive, uplifting way: through wine. “Wine is about celebration and bringing people together,” Monette says. “I had never started a business before or built a brand, but I wanted to do something that would initiate conversation that otherwise might not happen. I wanted to do what I could to put this population in front of people and ultimately change the economic process.”

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lady had not agreed to work with anyone before, but she thought my idea was so unique, she ‘gave’ me one of her winemakers, Karen Birmingham,” he says.

Birmingham, who also has a family member in this population, has been in the business for almost 30 years. “She knows her stuff and has won countless awards,” Monette notes. “A lot of times, if you put the umbrella of a charitable endeavor around a product, there is a view that it will be poor quality. People don’t want bad wine! So I made sure the bottles related that this truly is a quality bottle of wine.”

It’s easy to see how the name originated once you know the details: 100 percent of the profits are given to charities that help those with disabilities find sustainable employment. “I don’t have a marketing bone in my body, but the double meaning of the label didn’t escape me,” Monette jokes. “One hundred represents both a perfect bottle of wine and the percentage we give away.”

They started out selling Sauvignon Blanc and a red blend, and added Moscato last July. “Our blend is our everyday red wine around the house,” he says. “We’ve been drinking more Pinot noirs lately, and since they are the hot place to be right now, I’m researching them.” ‘Research’ is all part of it since he wants to continue growing the product line. “Chardonnay will probably be our next stop,” Monette says.

The label can be found at Total Wine, Costco, Whole Foods, Straub’s and 25 Schnucks in the metro area, as well as on the wine list of numerous local restaurants. Monette recently expanded into Illinois with hopes to add Tennessee and Kansas.

Does Matt help with the business? “He and I will be delivering some wine together this afternoon to Venture Cafe, which has been really supportive,” Monette says, adding that now that he’s of legal age, Matt can help in other areas as well! “It’s really been a good response,” he notes. “The more I’m out in the community, talking to people, the more I’m assured of the fundamental belief in humanity. This is a good message with a good product.”

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WELLNESS FIRST] SPECIAL SECTION

She’s lost more than 60 pounds, and counting.

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PATIENT ANDREA WALKER BEFORE AND AFTER HER INTRAGASTRIC BALLOON PROCEDURE

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COVER STORY

[A NEW TOOL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS

by julia m. johnson

FEW HEALTH ISSUES ARE AS MUCH OF AN EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER as the fight to lose

weight. We tend to slip into an up-and-down cycle of diets, working out, supplements … but in the end, appetite often wins the battle and the pounds prove stubborn.

At Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Washington University Physicians are working to help patients close that loop and keep extra weight at bay. One solution they offer adults who are at least 30 pounds overweight is the nonsurgical intragastric balloon procedure, which helps the patient feel fuller and less tempted to overeat. The treatment is newer, but it’s FDA-approved and showing positive results, says Dr. Vlad Kushnir, director of bariatric endoscopy at Washington University. It can be a good solution for people needing to lose eight to 10 percent of their body weight, he notes.

“We have two brands of balloons in use, ReShape and Orbera,” Kushnir says. “A third is recently approved, and we should begin offering it later this year.” Under anesthesia, the physician places a silicone balloon in the upper part of the stomach through an endoscopic procedure. The balloon is then filled with saline and it stays in place for six months before it is removed. During those months and afterward, medical staff counsel patients about nutrition, smaller portion sizes, eating slower, exercising and other behaviors to keep weight stable after the balloon comes out.

Kushnir says some initial cramping or nausea is possible immediately after balloon placement, but patients tend to respond well with take-home medications. For the first week, the patient eats a modified liquid diet, then returns to a normal low-calorie diet, he explains. “Most people take two or three days off work for the procedure, and then return to regular physical activity in a few days.”

Andrea Walker was one of those patients who’d been riding the weight-loss rollercoaster and looking for a better solution. “I was basically healthy, but uncomfortable at my weight,” she explains.

“I was concerned that I would start having weight-related health issues, but as I got older, I found it increasingly difficult to lose the pounds.” Walker drove from her home in mid-Missouri to consult with Kushnir, and they decided the intragastric balloon would be a good choice to help her lose about 65 pounds. She was able to shed about 10 pounds per month while the balloon was in place, and says she has successfully kept it off.

“Nothing else I’d tried had done that,” notes Walker, who had the outpatient procedure done at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. “I knew the balloon wasn’t magic; it was a tool. It gave me a kick-start and held me accountable.” Walker says the balloon made her feel full, and that, plus strong medical and family support, helped her achieve success.

“At two years after removal, most people have kept off at least half the weight they lost,” Kushnir notes. The procedure is not covered by health insurance, but the physician group works closely with patients to arrange service packages to fit their needs. “It’s a good alternative for people with reservations about surgery because it’s completely reversible,” Kushnir says. “And even 10 to 15 pounds of weight loss can improve blood pressure, pain issues, cholesterol, energy level and quality of life.”

Walker says of her journey, “My goal wasn’t to get skinny; it was to feel good. Being thinner, looking better and having more energy—that’s the cherry on top.”

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS OFFER A COMPLETE SLATE OF SERVICES TO HELP PATIENTS MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT AND LIFESTYLE. FREE INFORMATION SESSIONS ON THE INTRAGASTRIC BALLOON PROCEDURE ARE OFFERED AT BARNES-JEWISH HOSPITAL AND BARNES-JEWISH WEST COUNTY HOSPITAL. FOR DETAILS, VISIT BARNESJEWISHWESTCOUNTY.ORG/NONSURGICAL-WEIGHT-LOSS OR CALL 314.362.2652.

COVER DESIGN PROVIDED BY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS | COVER PHOTO BY MARK GILLILAND

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EYES NOSE MOUTH

BY JULIA M. JOHNSON

Spring is on the way, and social calendars are sure to start filling up! It’s a time of renewal, so naturally our thoughts turn to improving how we look and feel.

This month, we focus our attention on the eyes, nose and mouth to share some helpful tips about vision correction, allergies and better smiles.

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Most of us experience some type of vision change as time goes on, and now there’s a new technique to help patients who have near-vision problems, says Dr. Jay Pepose of Pepose Vision in Chesterfield. Called the RainDrop procedure, the treatment is “a great new addition” for people who have good distance vision but have reached the age where they’re straining to view things up close, Pepose says. “Now, with this procedure, people who could read only a newspaper’s headlines without glasses will be able to see the fine print easily.”

RainDrop is an inlay that gets inserted under the cornea surface in one eye, explains Dr. Jason Brinton of Brinton Vision in Creve Coeur.

It’s thinner than a human hair, can be seen only with a high-powered microscope, and is well tolerated by the eye because it’s made mostly of water. “Thirty to 40 percent of patients in our area are age 45 and older,” Brinton points out. “Most of them would need reading glasses or bifocals just to see things up close. This procedure can help get rid of those.”

RainDrop is an inlay that gets inserted under the cornea surface in one eye.

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Brinton says each potential RainDrop patient comes to the office for an exam and consultation and is thoroughly screened to make sure he or she is an appropriate candidate. The inlay procedure itself usually takes less than 15 minutes in the doctor’s office, and discomfort is minimal. “It’s even more comfortable than putting in a contact lens,” he says.

Pepose says many patients are more comfortable with RainDrop than other solutions because it can be reversed. “When we’re doing other procedures like Lasik, for example, we’re permanently removing tissue with the laser,” he says. “But with RainDrop, we’re just making a flap and adding the inlay. If a patient says for whatever reason that he isn’t happy with it, we can lift the flap and remove the inlay. I haven’t come across anyone who wanted that done, but it is reversible.”

Pepose adds that patients have been happy with it. “Most people are noticing improvement in their near vision within 24 hours, and intermediate vision becomes stronger in a couple weeks,” he says.

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Dr. Hamsa Subramanian of Signature Allergy in Creve Coeur says there are some exciting developments for people suffering with common seasonal allergies. New ‘sublingual immunotherapy’ is available in dissolvable tablets that go under the tongue, as an alternative to traditional allergy injection therapy. “The tablet has been approved for grass and ragweed allergies, and will be available for dust mite allergies soon,” she says. The first pill is always given in the doctor’s office to make sure it’s tolerated well, and it’s best to start taking it a couple months before allergy season, she notes.

Subramanian says it’s important to see your doctor before, during and after the spring allergy season so symptoms can be prevented instead of just treated. “We’re in a flood plain here in St. Louis, so there’s always humidity and moisture,” she notes.

“Many homes have pets and basements that get wet, and the recycled air we breathe in our homes contributes to allergies as well.”

Food Allergy Reversal The tablet There’s good news for food allergy sufferers, too, says Dr. Mark Dykewicz, chief of allergy and immunology at SLUCare Physician Group. has been He says recent research shows that rather than shielding allergy-prone approved kids from common problem foods such as peanuts, it actually may be better to introduce them to those foods early in life. for grass “It appears now that kids exposed to the food at a young age may have and ragweed a decreased risk of developing the allergy,” he says. “We probably wouldn’t have suspected this just five or 10 years ago.” Studies are being done to allergies, see if this is the case for other foods, too. Other new and more effective treatments are being developed for those with severe allergy-related and will be asthma, he adds, so patients should consult their physicians about it.

Whether your allergy problems come from air or land, it’s best not to available for ignore them, Subramanian advises. “Don’t wait until you have an allergic dust mite reaction to be seen,” she says. “Go to your doctor well before the season, when you’re feeling better. That will help him or her prevent symptoms, allergies soon. and get a good history, find out what’s causing it and figure out ahead of time what to do for you next year.”

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Since your teeth are what most people notice first, there’s a lot to be said for keeping them lovely and healthy. Dr. Scott Mahlin of Clarkson Dental Group in Chesterfield says especially as we age, teeth are subject to discoloration, damage, chipping and shifting, but there are ways to counteract these effects for a more appealing smile. Modern ‘dental beauty’ procedures include whitening, bonding to close up spaces between teeth, and veneers to improve color or shape.

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“Some people get their teeth bleached to make stains disappear, while others just want a whiter shade,” Mahlin says. “Discoloration occurs in the enamel and can be caused by medication, coffee, tea, soda, cigarettes, your genetic makeup, or just getting older.”

Whitening procedures can be performed in the dentist’s office or at home under a dentist’s advice. He says many patients prefer bleaching at home because it’s more convenient and generally less expensive. Home treatment is done with a custom-designed mouthpiece and a carbamide peroxide bleach, and usually takes two to four weeks of daily application depending on how much whitening the patient wants. Touch-ups may be necessary after a year or so, Mahlin notes.

Veneers cover stubborn discoloration, and they tend to be very long-lasting ...

Close the Gaps

Bonding generally can be done in a single office visit, using toothcolored material to fill spaces between teeth that have moved. “It typically lasts five to 10 years,” Mahlin says of the procedure. “It may be more susceptible to staining or chipping than other forms of restoration, but it can be more affordable as well.”

Porcelain veneers such as Lumineers are another good way to make your teeth more attractive, says Ballwin dentist Dr. Kevin Postol. “They’re usually applied during a two-appointment process, and patients like them because there’s almost immediate gratification,” he says. The veneers cover stubborn discoloration, and they tend to be very long-lasting because the porcelain doesn’t pick up stains, he notes.

Postol says crooked teeth can be solved with modern solutions like Invisalign. “This is a good option for people who don’t want braces,” he notes. It involves taking impressions or digital images of a patient’s teeth, then creating clear, nearly invisible molds that he or she wears to gradually move the teeth into place.

Mahlin says, “These improvements are not always just cosmetic. Many can solve oral problems by improving your bite, stabilizing loose teeth, strengthening weak ones and improving gum health.” As always, Postol adds, it’s important to make a regular dental appointment at least once or twice a year for a thorough cleaning and examination.

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She worked with an architect to custom-design the house for her busy family of five children.

“I love how open and inviting the floor plan is,” she notes. “The spaces are really kid-friendly, too.

This was the place where our neighbors and the kids’ school friends loved to gather.”

The seven-bedroom house on nearly an acre offers 6,500 square feet of living space, with ‘living’ the operative word, Stewart notes. She says her family has put every room to good use in the 13 years they’ve lived there. The home has plenty of gathering and relaxation spaces that make it perfect for entertaining family and friends, including two large family rooms. The interiors are naturally lit by large windows, Stewart notes. “The house always feels light and happy, even on cloudy days.” In the backyard, people gravitate toward the swimming pool and deck, she says.

“We’ve had so many gatherings and parties there. We’ve welcomed lots of guests with music and barbecues,” Stewart recalls. “Sometimes we played the music a little too loud, but everyone always had a great time.”

A spacious formal dining room and large chef’s kitchen with center island allow for seamless dinners and enjoyable family gatherings. One of the home’s most striking features is the large, first-floor master suite with sitting room and huge walk-in closet, Stewart says. Her most cherished space is the living room, which looks out onto the pool deck through elegant French doors. “I love those doors, and the windows at top,” she says. “They make it such a bright, sunny room.” Stewart’s fondest memory is from her daughter’s wedding day two years ago, when bridesmaids got ready at the house. “Everyone was around the dining table having their hair and makeup done,” she notes.

“That was one of my favorite days.” Now, as her children grow up and move out, it’s time for her to relocate to Chicago to be closer to some of them. But she’ll definitely leave a huge part of her heart and a large cache of memories behind, she says.

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11 Westmoreland Place · St. Louis Chance of a life time to own a Georgian colonial. Featuring a gracious center hall, formal living room, and dining room with French doors opening to the stone patio.

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1126 Bella Vista Drive · Frontenac Large, brick traditional home with a beautiful deck featuring a large stone fireplace, an updated kitchen with granite counters, a large island, six-burner range, and sub-zero refrigerator. The master bath has heated flooring and a large shower. The walkout lower level features a full bath, bar area, recreational area, and a bonus room. $1,299,000

302 Oak Stand Court · Chesterfield Beautifully designed featuring exquisite wood floors, two-story foyer and a large main floor master with a sitting room and a master bath. Inviting great room with a look through stone fireplace leads to the hearth room, breakfast room, and kitchen. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a loft and office.

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What do you think are some of the best things about St. Louis?

I look at St. Louis as a big ‘small town.’ I’m an avid Blues and Cardinals fan.

We have wonderful parks, restaurants and museums—and minimal traffic. I can get almost anywhere within 15 minutes.

If you could have your dream home, where would it be, and what would it look like?

I’d love an open floor plan with views of the outdoors, a great outdoor living space and some land to enjoy nature. Utah has some great spots, but I would hate to leave St. Louis. It’s home to me.

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What is your favorite room in your house?

My screened porch. I live out there in spring, summer and fall, reading and enjoying my endless cup of coffee.

Where do you like to vacation?

We spend several days in Naples, Florida, each year, but I love to hike out West—the Grand Canyon, Bryce, Zion, etc. I love the outdoors and being active, although my husband views those as ‘working vacations’!

What do you like to do in your leisure time?

I lift weights, run and hike. I have completed two marathons and nine half-marathons. I also love to read.

If this weren’t your profession, what else might you have done?

I probably would have been a personal trainer.

And I would volunteer more.

I currently volunteer at Cardinal Glennon, and I’d love to volunteer at Ranken Jordan or Oasis.

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I read a lot of mysteries. My favorite author is Harlan Coben.

He’s a great writer who adds a little humor to his mysteries. I read to help me unwind from the day, so it’s never anything too heavy.

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10088 LITZSINGER | $3,750,000 Magnificent Higginbotham built home on a majestic 2.61 park-like acres. Classic design offers formal and casual spaces, perfect for entertaining & everyday living.

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HUNTLEIGH 30 HUNTLEIGH WOODS | $1,575,000 5 bedroom/7 bath home all on 3+ acres in Ladue school district. Finished lower level, pool, pool house.

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DEAR HOMEWORK,

Below is our Florida home. It needs some help. I’m not sure where to start with the landscaping. The front porch is only 5 feet wide; does this exclude the possibility of a bench on the right end? The windows in the front have a groove beneath them for the hurricane shutters to slide in, so any window boxes would need to take that into consideration. I’d be very grateful if you could work your magic down South!

Sincerely, —KEY LIME COTTAGE

DEAR KEY LIME COTTAGE,

One of the wonderful things about Florida is all the exotic plantings there are to choose from. Luckily, your property already boasts a magnificent banyan tree that will play an important part in the new look.

To begin with, I like the simple, laidback look your house already has. I would add working shutters to the porch windows and move the interesting metal wall sculpture to the right end of the porch over the narrow bench you suggested. I would add a simple white gravel terrace to extend the porch into the refreshed front garden. Additionally, a new garage door mimics the look and color of the shutters. The landscaping gets a more tropical vibe with the addition of foxtail palms, a split-leafed monstera and hibiscus. A new, low hedge of azaleas (not shown in bloom) underlines the whole façade and provides privacy to the added gravel terrace. A row of red leaf begonias adds a second layer of color under the azaleas.

By adding the hibiscus and palm to the right of the garage door, the driveway becomes a more integrated part of the presentation.

With its metal roof and unpretentious feel, your house starts off with a great vacation vibe. The changes to the landscape now make it a more pleasing composition.

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THE TREASURE 〉〉 A footed Lalique glass vase THE STORY 〉〉 This 5-inch vase belongs to a Ladue homeowner

whose parents bought it during a trip to Paris in the early 1970s.

“It was in their china cabinet for years, and now it’s in ours,” she says. “I should probably take it out and fill it with fresh flowers!”

WHAT THE PROFESSIONALS SAY 〉〉 “What you have is a

Lalique France Rosine ‘Flying Double Dove’ vase. Because of the contemporary Lalique label, we know it is a mid-20th century piece. Lalique collectible glass is not as popular today as it once was 20 or 30 years ago. Still, there is a greater demand for Lalique from the turn of the century into the early 20th century.

Colored glass also is a bit more in demand than clear pieces. functional value of things like Lalique vases, goblets and ring holders, there still is a collector’s market for them. A piece like yours may command $150 to $300, depending on conditions.”

THIS MONTH’S EXPERT: Jon Kodner of Kodner Gallery in Ladue

PHOTOS: BILL BARRETT

VALUE 〉〉 “Because of the appealing compositions and

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