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The organization’s annual Dare to Dream gala honored community service leader Melanie Adams-Sweargen.

Proceeds, which totaled $192,000, benefit the organization’s Adult Day Services and other programs for children, families and clients looking for work. Heartland helps people with disabilities realize their dreams.

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For the Jewish holiday of Purim, Naomi Lang delivered 80 themed gift baskets to the residents of Crown Center.

As part of her bat mitzvah, she created and sold the baskets on her website, and many were donated to the senior residents. Lang used the proceeds from the project to adopt an elephant at the Saint Louis Zoo, and she donated the rest to an elephant sanctuary in Tennessee.

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Nearly 150 industry members attended the 13th annual CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women)-St. Louis Networking Awards at The Saint Louis Woman’s Club.

Honorees included Lauren Berry, New Member of the Year; Lesley Hoffarth, Woman of Influence; Stacey Hudson, CREW Impact Award; Erin Torney, Career Advancement for Women Award; and several Economic Impact honorees: Sarah Davis, Eryn Bassett, Farris Hughes, Brittany Burke, Jenny Marler and Julie Panagos.

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just a listing to some, it is so much more than that. It represents everything this great city is about: culture and community.

I always joke that I get slightly overwhelmed, especially in the warmer months, with all there is to do in St. Louis. How do I pick just one activity out of eight equally intriguing choices?

This issue, we feature events for May. Included is one of my favorites, the annual Art Fair at Laumeier Sculpture Park on Mother’s Day weekend. I’ve gone quite a few times, and it’s such a family-friendly affair: the kids can make their own crafts, live music is playing, the weather is typically gorgeous (although who knows about this year!), and the art is the cherry on top. Another well-known annual event is the St. Louis Fine Print, Rare Book & Paper Arts Fair, presented by the St. Louis Mercantile Library, which brings in 30 local and national fine print and rare book dealers with all sorts of treasures. You can read more about both the event and the library (a true local gem) in our front cover story.

Then there is the Tennessee Williams Festival, The Phantom of the Opera at The Fox, the start of the Whitaker Music Festival at the Garden, and countless art exhibits and concerts … do you see now how I can get overwhelmed? It’s always eye-opening to hear how much there is to do in St. Louis from someone who recently moved here. It makes me realize what I might otherwise take for granted. Cheryl DiMauro, vice president and general manager of our local Neiman Marcus, gives our museums and parks kudos in our latest Get to Know column.

Be sure to read about her favorite hangouts in the Lou and where she still wants to explore.

So if there is an event or local spot you’ve always wanted to check out, do it! There is no time like the present. Flip to our calendar page or visit our website to start planning.

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first book mass-produced by a printing press in the West—there is still something undeniably powerful about the printed word. The St. Louis Mercantile Library at UMSL is well aware of its appeal. As the oldest general library in continuous existence west of the Mississippi River (it was founded in 1846), it has remained a vibrant cultural asset. The library provides members with access to several collections of books, art and archival materials, including historic newspapers and presidential and Civil War-era letters. And leaves from the aforementioned bible’s famous text will be on display beginning April 27. It also hosts the annual St. Louis Fine Print, Rare Book & Paper Arts Fair, which connects local collectors with 30 dealers from across the country.

This year, the fair will be held May 4 through 6 at the J.C. Penney Conference Center on UMSL’s North Campus. The event offers practically every type of paper collectible. Items range from rare first edition books, prints by John Audubon and other artists, original watercolors and historic photographs. “Last year, one dealer brought a complete set of Charles Schultz Peanuts cartoons,” notes Julie DunnMorton, the library’s art curator. “People often say there is something for everyone, but there really is here!” This is the 12th year the St. Louis Mercantile Library has presented the event. According to Dunn-Morton, the fair began as a way to revitalize St. Louis’ print market. “We have great collections of rare books and other paper arts, so people came to us with the idea,” she says. “We expanded the concept and made it our own.”

The event includes many one-of-a-kind opportunities. Visitors can watch drop-in demonstrations from artists like Joanne Kluba of Paper Birds Studio, who showcases journal binding, and Juliette Travous, who works with pastels. Both will demonstrate their skills on Sunday. There also will be various encounters with dealers and the items they bring for sale. Dunn-Morton compares it to a museum where you are free to touch the artifacts. “You can get close to some amazing artwork and rare books, and the dealers are very knowledgeable,” she says. “They can let you know about each piece and why a rare book is special. They’re really great resources for experienced collectors or anyone who wants to start.”

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The dealers aren’t the only resources that make the fair a great opportunity.

Susan Teller, who runs a gallery in New York that specializes in American art from the 1920s to 1960s, has come to the fair every year since it began. “I’m a big fan of the St. Louis Mercantile Library and love that it takes an active role in the fair,” she says. Dunn-Morton and the library’s executive director, John Neal Hoover, are onsite during the fair to answer questions and talk with visitors. “To have these people in the room is an incredible opportunity for collectors,” Teller notes. “They go through everyone’s inventory with a fine-tooth comb, and you can talk with them about any item. You can’t get that anywhere else.”

While the event takes place at the J.C. Penney Conference Center, Dunn-Morton says visitors who want to make the most of the fair should head just a few steps across the quad to the library itself. There, they can take a docent-led tour and get an introduction to its major collections. “I think anyone interested in the fair will find our materials equally stimulating,” she says. “The event mirrors what we have in our collections, which are very broad.” The collections on westward expansion, river and rail transportation, and regional fine art are especially notable.

The library also offers special exhibits. Currently on display is Headlines of History, one of four exhibits designed to build up to the 175th anniversary of the St. Louis Mercantile Library in 2021. It focuses on one of the library’s most important research collections: its newspapers. “It’s a fascinating way to look back at American history,” Dunn-Morton says. The exhibit includes newspapers covering such landmark events as the sinking of the Titanic, Alaska achieving statehood and the Cardinals winning their first World Series. It even has the Philadelphia newspaper that published the Declaration of Independence.

The St. Louis Fine Print, Rare Book & Paper Arts Fair kicks off with a preview party May 4, which Dunn-Morton says is the primary fundraiser for the year. It supports both the library’s preservation and acquisition funds, making it possible to expand and maintain its collections. “It’s always a fun party,” she adds. The event includes a silent auction that offers some unique items. As well as the chance to win fine art prints and rare books, guests can bid on tugboat trips on the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, train trips, vintage records and more.

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Have a landmark workout at the Gateway Arch Park Foundation’s Row the Mississippi fitness day May 5. There will be free Orangetheory classes beneath the Arch with stationary WaterRower machines and bodyweight exercises. Open to ages 16 and up; guardian needed for those under 18. Visit archpark.org/row for more info.

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May the fourth be with you! That’s May 4, for any of you unfamiliar with the deep-space nuttiness of Star Wars devotees. (They’re not all science-y nerds.

Really. Besides, some of them carry light sabers to prove their point … and what earthling is brave enough to say they don’t have real laser beams?)

Movie magic is the order of the day at Saint Louis Science Center in Forest Park for its First Friday program. Faithful followers of The Force can celebrate Star Wars Day in the Planetarium, where collectibles will be on display and guests of any age can stage their own animated scenes. And, for those who’ve had enough make-believe, there will be screenings of real movies in the Omnimax theater. May 4 culminates in the first incarnation of a science fiction and fantasy short film contest— an opportunity for regional filmmakers to let their imaginations soar beyond the stars or delve deep inside. Competitors’ winning short works, sponsored by the Science Center and Cinema St. Louis (CSL), will be featured from 6 to 10 p.m., followed by the cult classic Ed Wood. This juried competition will award $900 in cash to the top three entries, whether in or out of this world: $500 for Best of Fest and $200 each for Best Sci-Fi and Best Fantasy selections. In addition to the three cash-prize winners, additional works will be chosen to screen on First Fridays over the next few months. CSL then will screen the winning film as part of the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase. Meanwhile, in the Planetarium, there will be a free show. Come ready for your jaw to drop.

And, there will be backstage access to movie magic.

Learn about cinematography, special effects, editing, directing, lighting, costuming and set design, all by giving it a try. What’s more, there will be an arcade and gaming area featuring local game developers.

And parking is free!

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Bacon?! Will they have chocolate bacon? (No, no, probably not. Settle down, pork-belly boy.)

The Chocolate Pig is the name of a destination restaurant scheduled to open this fall within the

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Cortex Innovation Community. (We can see why bacon addicts could be confused. So, to answer a second impertinent question: No, they won’t be serving bacon-flavored ice cream, either … as far as we know.) The brains at Bissinger’s are behind the new concept restaurant and cafe, one attraction of Venture Café’s Innovation Hall at Cortex. The corporate-type people at Venture Café tout the new space as the first civic innovation center in the StL—not to mention the Midwest—geared toward entrepreneurs and innovators. Innovation Hall also is to feature the Civic Lounge, a free and open drop-in workspace and reserved event and meeting space for groups from four to 300-plus. The launch of Innovation Hall doubles down on Cortex’s mission of building and supporting a community of innovators and entrepreneurs that will establish the metro as a nationally and internationally recognized technology hub, corporate-type people say. “Creative, communal spaces … make us want to come early and stay late,” says Dennis Lower, president & CEO of the Cortex Innovation Community. Modeled after Venture Café’s District Hall in Boston, Innovation Hall is a mission-driven initiative committed to expanding innovation across the community. It will be a unique space defined by its civic nature and will serve as a gathering place for all kinds of entrepreneurs—startups, educators, nonprofits, government, artists, corporates and the community at large. Continuing Venture Café’s self-reported knack of connecting educators to the entrepreneurial community, Innovation Hall also will be home to St. Louis’ first education/innovation hub. Made possible by an anonymous donor, the hub will feature unique events and programming focused on innovation, equity and access in education. Innovation Hall also will include The Market powered by 23 City Blocks Catering, a grab-and-go style coffee bar offering breakfast and lunch. What’s more, Venture Café claims to host the world’s largest weekly online gathering of entrepreneurs. So, y’all come!

PR exec) whose plate used to be HYPE. A vintage late-1950s auto, sporting tail fins, also sports HWYART. It’s probably just me, but special plates are popping up like daffodils. Maybe it was proximity to opening day that gave me cause to GOKRZE … license-plate shorthand for our HOF broadcaster Jack Buck’s legendary exhortation: “Go crazy, folks!”

Some plates are like a puzzle on the funny pages.

F’rinstance, WLE-XOT. Hint: In the Warner Bros. cartoons of yore, he never, ever catches Roadrunner.

I was flummoxed until I learned the car belonged to a professional artist who drew for Marvel comics.

(It especially helped when somebody told me ‘X’ is the Greek letter ‘Chi,’ pronounced ‘kai.’ Now you get it … right?) Pumping gas into CLIMBS, a woman sheepishly said her own car was in the shop—no, her husband hadn’t conquered Mount Everest or scaled El Capitan, but he used to climb in New Mexico. I thought TOP-GON was a dimwitted driver’s feeble attempt at the Tom Cruise film title Top Gun. On second glance, I saw it was a convertible …

‘Top Gone.’ What kicked off this idea, anyhow?

I’d snapped a photo of a white Audi bearing the 4TUNE8 Missouri plate, parked a lot or two away from the tiny one outside Deer Creek Coffee in Ladue. Later, on her way out of the shop, the driver tapped me on the shoulder. Well, heck, I knew her—she considers herself fortunate in many of the same ways I do! Anyhow, she’s even met the Illinois driver with that plate. (Only one per state, thank you very much.) See this issue’s TT Trivia for a real brain-teaser.

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‘Status’ license plates—in my humble, yet still dissed, opinion—denote creativity more than status. I know a feisty metro PR legend (OK, retired

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A friend of mine builds beautiful brick enclosures for mailboxes. One that leans toward the street in Olivette, obviously hit more than once by errant drivers, could use his professional TLC. But I suspect this homeowner was happy to improvise. The mainbox is wrapped thoroughly in duct tape, which also anchors it securely to the post. Two colors were used, grey and black, which I suspect was not for aesthetic reasons. Then, using a utility knife, some ‘loving hands at home’ cut openings in the tape to expose two different typefaces comprising the street address. It’s not entirely clear, however, just how to get the mail in or out. Perhaps, and especially if the tape used to fashion the makeshift letter slot is

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still sticky, the mail won’t blow away. Comparatively speaking, this homeowner saved a boatload of money by completing this novel duct-tape rehab.

My friend, the brick mason, estimates it would cost $1,200 to construct a suitable enclosure. (I imagined a random act of kindness—then an online fundraiser—for about 13.2 seconds.) Obviously, duct tape is an innovative, sensible mailbox-stabilization technique for the budget-conscious fixer-upper.

The standard silvery-grey variety costs about five bucks for 50 yards. For a little more than twice that, you could apply anything from yellow or pink to phosphorescent green. To amaze your letter carrier—and really annoy the neighbors—you could completely ‘go postal’ with duct tape in leopard-skin, zebra, camo and rainbow patterns. For other creative ideas, keep an eye out: For example, junker cars typically have red tape stuck over busted taillights.

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We’ve discussed the winsome decorating choices for ‘traffic-calming balls’ at intersections in South St. Louis twice before in this space, specifically the 16 or so that impede, at least visually, autos and cyclists attempting to negotiate the Shenandoah-Compton intersection in Tower Grove East. Back when it was really cold … further back, even, than last week … a gentle, snarky soul crocheted an enormous cap for one of the stone-cold concrete spheres. A story and photo ran in our esteemed metro daily, then a fresh piece in this space, after the hat disappeared. Cynical as we may be, we’d ventured out in the winter chill to see just whether that had happened. Of course it had. We warmed up inside Kitchen House Coffee, where the crocheter had fashioned her knit hat and even mused about making a Santa hat for the next holiday season. (Editor’s note: Holiday decorations

are not yet up at area retailers, but be patient. Check back over Memorial Day weekend.) We went back by the coffeehouse a few weeks after the storied hat’s disappearance to find that said traffic-calming ball had on a pair of the googly plastic eyes seen on The Muppets. A Victorian-era handlebar mustache cut from corrugated cardboard was a nice touch. Then at Easter, an artist fashioned bunny ears … natch.

But now, word on the street and in ink is that the traffic-calming balls may be removed. A few words of warning for the workers who get the thankless task of getting them off the street: Don’t bend over and lift with your back! Do it from a crouch, with your knees bent.

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I’ve always loved fashion apparel.

I enjoy working with emerging designers and getting behind interesting new labels. I also love marketing and the ‘people’ side of the business.

I’ve been amazed by the philanthropic community here. Giving is ingrained in the culture, and it continues from generation to generation. People here are passionate, intelligent and generous, and I’ve met some truly amazing women through the local charitable community. We had some of that in Detroit, but it’s really part of the framework here in St. Louis.

MY CAREER PATH …

I have a marketing degree from the University of Detroit Mercy and started my career as a buyer with Lord & Taylor.

I worked from home for a company called Etcetera while raising my daughter and son, and when my youngest started high school, I was ready to return to retail.

There was an opening in fine apparel at Neiman Marcus in Troy, Michigan, and I felt like a kid in a candy store when I got it. I helped develop that department and also worked for the company in Illinois before taking this position.

WHERE YOU’LL FIND ME AT DINNER …

I live in the Central West End and have tried several restaurants in the area. I love Brasserie by Niche and Vicia—sometimes I go by myself and just enjoy a cocktail and a great meal. Olive + Oak in Webster Groves is another favorite. I took our executive chef there, and he loved it. So does my husband, Joe, who is from an Italian family and a great cook himself.

A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE …

After I got back into retail at Neiman Marcus, I had a customer whose wife was a cancer survivor, and he wanted to buy her a lovely outfit to celebrate.

I had a glass of champagne with him and got to know him, and we had a wonderful chat while he shopped. I love hearing people’s stories, learning about them and making them feel good.

WHAT I WANT TO EXPLORE …

I would like to go to historic St. Charles, check out Laumeier Sculpture Park and find places along the rivers to hike or bike when it’s warm. I also want to see more of the local neighborhoods and take my family to Lake of the Ozarks.

HOW I GIVE BACK …

WHAT I ENJOY …

I haven’t had a lot of free time lately, but I love to read and experience local culture and events. St. Louis has such great museums and parks. I love walking around Forest Park with my springer spaniel, doing needlepoint, biking and working out. And sometimes I just get in the car and explore. I was excited about moving here because it’s a part of the country I hadn’t really been exposed to before.

I’ve gotten involved with the Saint Louis Fashion Fund, which speaks to my love of developing new designers and entrepreneurs. I also am on the board at the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis and want to get more involved with COCA; the arts are another passion of mine. I love promoting important things and connecting the dots for people, whether it’s in business or philanthropy.

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FINALLY, ST. LOUIS PRESENTED THE BROADWAY SHOW

my 9-year-old grandson saw last year in San Francisco— and many St. Louisans traveled to NYC and Chicago to see two or three years ago.

But better late than never, I say. And if opening night was any indication, Hamilton completely filled The Fabulous Fox every night of its three-week run here.

That’s because even people who have seen it before often return like moths to a flame. While in the restroom line during intermission (there were lines for everything), I overheard no fewer than three conversations about where else other theatergoers had seen the show. The woman in front of me from Michigan was going to Chicago soon for her third pass at Hamilton. (The person in front of her had already seen it there and elsewhere.) I’m ecstatic that the show came to St. Louis (maybe I’ll regain some street cred with my grandson)— but I’m not sure how to explain the phenomenon.

Yes, it is a marvelous production: the lyrics, music and dancing were all thoroughly engaging. Not since Cats have all the elements of a show aligned so beautifully, in my not-particularlyexpert opinion. Like Cats, Hamilton took Broadway by storm, giving audiences something completely different. Who would have thought early American history would make for a riveting musical? (Probably the same folks who thought singing felines

by T.S. Eliot would.) But, of course, Hamilton reimagines history in rap and breakdancing, and with black founding fathers. It’s revolutionary (pun intended) and underscores the underlying principles of our nation, not to mention a few shortcomings that still exist nearly 250 years later. There are jabs at congressional in-fighting, immigrant-bashing (AlexanderHamilton was from the British West Indies), political dirty tricks, hypocrisy and more.

It’s a cultural phenomenon not to be missed—despite the stresses of finding tickets, inching into a parking lot and entering the theater at a crawl. But once I was inside and seated, I got to sit back and enjoy the show. As the young man next to me in line for 20 minutes said when I complained: Just think of all the people at home who would be glad to trade spots with you.

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THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME 34th Annual Irish Open Gala and Golf Tournament JUNE 2 & 4

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Tee Time!

A mini-golf themed benefit for the Sheldon Art Galleries

Saturday, June 2 from 3 to 6 p.m.

Co-chaired by Chris & Molly Danforth + Kimberly Livingston + Dick & Patti Marriott

FINDING A JOB, SUPPORTING YOURSELF, TAKING CARE OF YOUR HEALTH AND FAMILY

… all of these tasks can be challenging enough on their own. Now imagine trying to accomplish them without a permanent place to call home. That’s where St. Patrick Center steps in and changes the lives of thousands of homeless St. Louisans each year, according to chief executive officer Laurie Phillips.

The nonprofit helps clients break the cycle of homelessness by providing them with housing, case management, employment services, counseling and other critical assistance. It proudly promotes its mission through the annual St. Patrick Center Irish Open Gala and Golf Tournament, and this year, there is even more reason to celebrate. The organization has been helping St. Louisans gain a fresh start in life for 35 years, a special milestone for clients and staff.

The combined events make for an extended summer weekend of fundraising fun, according to development director Amanda Laumeyer. The gala takes place June 2 at St. Louis Union Station, and the golf tournament tees off June 4 at Norwood Hills Country Club. “The Irish Open is our longest-running fundraiser and largest event of the year,” Laumeyer says. “It has raised millions of dollars to support our mission of ending homelessness in St. Louis.” This year’s event chair is Joe Mooney, vice chair is Travis Sarich, and honorary chair is Frank Leta. They’ll join guests in enjoying the gala’s special dinner, auction, client success stories, and after-party with music and dessert. The golf event will feature lunch and dinner, a hospitality tent with games and tastings, and much more. World Wide Technology will receive the center’s 2018 Edith Cunnane Community Champion Award, and Patrick Quinn will be named the 2018 Leo Paradis Volunteer Champion.

This year’s event theme is ‘There’s No Place Like Home,’ a nod to St. Patrick Center’s very reason for being.

“We have a holistic and personal approach to helping our clients,” Phillips says. “Homelessness ties them together, but the ways in which they got there can be very different. About 20 percent have been without homes for a long time and may have behavioral health or substance use issues, so they need a high level of support. The other 80 percent are ‘situationally homeless;’ they’ve had setbacks like job loss, health problems or financial hardship, and need temporary support to get on their feet again.” The center partners with about 300 area landlords to find good housing, and clients aren’t just handed a key to an apartment; they work with staff to find a location that fits their family, transportation and employment needs.

The center has some exciting future plans, too, according to Phillips. “About a year ago, we closed our McMurphy’s Cafe food service training program, but we are redesigning and restarting that initiative,” she notes. “We also plan to partner with local hospitals to help homeless ER patients get stable housing and regular medical providers. We have seen pilot programs for this around the country, and they’ve been very successful.”

Phillips and Laumeyer express deep gratitude for St. Louisans’ generosity toward St. Patrick Center. “It takes an enormous effort to see that our clients are housed and stable,” Phillips says. “Many may not be able to achieve that without our help, just like we would not be able to operate without the community’s support. Everyone who attends our events plays a major role in our success.” &

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because the live music was unrecognizable, you will appreciate the energetic loyalty of Stray Dog Theatre’s Jesus Christ Superstar. The production manages to be both innovative and faithful to Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s original rock opera, which is sure to warm the hearts of theatergoers who have loved it for nearly five decades. Stray Dog’s version is an enjoyable double trip back in time, both to the period of Jesus’ death and to the restless, radical ’70s when the musical first appeared.

The show is performed entirely in song, with costuming and makeup that are edgy and modern but still capture the spirit of the 2,000-year-old story. I was very impressed by Omega Jones in the title role and Heather Matthews as Mary Magdalene—both offer heart-wrenching performances with powerful vocal work. Phil Leveling’s Judas Iscariot is just as tormented and emotionally conflicted as you would want a scheming traitor to be, and the casting of a woman (Lavonne Byers) as the sardonic Pontius Pilate is inspired. Jon Hey appears as the high priest Caiaphas, and his startlingly deep, ominous voice recalls that of Victor Brox from the original 1970 recording.

The ensemble delivers in both vocals and choreography, creating an atmosphere of mass confusion and loud outcry that is mesmerizing. They stomp, pound the floor with wooden staffs and sing while moving through the audience, conveying the story’s frenzied mob mentality and the crowd’s mocking attitude toward Jesus. And the set is striking—much of the action and dance take place on a harrowingly steep stairway, which perfectly captured the precarious nature of Jesus’ last days on earth.

There are other captivating details as well. I enjoyed the symbolism in one scene where the set is illuminated only by a dim blue wash and artificial candles that are extinguished one by one. The effects, staging and talent add up to a memorably avant-garde theater experience in the century-old Tower Grove Abbey. Director Justin Been, music director Jennifer Buchheit and choreographer Mike Hodges have created an atmosphere that grabs the senses in equal measure.

And the songs speak for themselves: “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Everything’s Alright,” “What’s the Buzz” and many others TORN ASUNDER | THROUGH APRIL 29 had audience members The Black Rep’s production about African-Americans singing along. Recalling the overcoming 19th-century slavery lyrics and melodies was easy AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD: after all of these years, simply SONGS FROM AMERICAN MUSIC THEATER | MAY 6 because they are such classics.

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Guerrilla Street Food has opened a third location at 6120 Delmar Blvd. with an updated design and 20 new dishes on the menu.

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The Chase Park Plaza has relaunched its Chase Club with a new gastropubstyle menu and local music Thursday through Saturday. Under the direction of executive chef Gunter Weber, the menu features regionally sourced foods with an international flair, such as a spicy bulgogi wrap and lamb flatbread with a Moroccan herb sauce.

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Presented by the St. Louis Mercantile Library at UMSL, the fair features finely illustrated books, prints by Audubon, WPA artists and Old Masters, original watercolors, historic photographs and more.

From autobiographical info about the author to a performance of A Streetcar Named Desire, Williams fans won’t want to miss this.

st. louis fine print, rare book & paper arts fair

J.C. Penney Conference Center-UMSL 6-9 p.m. Fri, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. | $5-$50 | printfair.umsl.edu

5/5

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Artist Sandy Haynes exhibits her architectural and landscape pieces.

Four solo exhibitions by artists James Austin Murray, Carmon Colangelo, Bunny Burson and Laura Beard

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Grafica Fine Art & Custom Framing 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday | 314.961.4020 graficafinearts.com

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I.M.A.G.I.N.E. peace now

Traveling exhibition from more than 100 artists who have created sculptures using firearm parts from community buy-back programs.

Maryville University and Craft Alliance Center for Art + Design | Free 314.529.9381 | maryville.edu

solo exhibitions

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Visit CAM to see what’s on tap for the warmer months.

More than 1,100 athletes take part in 90 competitive sport and social events to promote the health and wellness of those 50 years and older.

summer exhibition opening Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis 7-9 p.m. | 314.535.4660 | camstl.org

5/11-5/13

annual art fair

Featuring 150 juried artists from around the country, refreshments, live music and activities for the kids

5/13

happy mother’s day!

Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis 8 p.m. | $24-$49 | 314.533.7662 cathedralconcerts.org

See a rare collection of drawings and prints by the famous French artist.

Visit one of the nation’s oldest, largest and most popular charity book sales.

greater st. louis book fair

Greensfelder Recreation Complex at Queeny Park | 4-9 p.m. Thursday, 4-9 p.m.

Friday, 9-10 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday | $10 (Thursday only) stlouisbookfair.org

5/4

sunset at the sheldon wine & beer tasting

Raise your glass and enjoy live music, hearty hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction as you watch the sun set over the city.

The Sheldon Concert Hall | 6:30 p.m. | $75 314.533.9900 | thesheldon.org

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an evening with jon meacham

The Pulitzer Prize-winning historian discusses his book, The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels.

St. Louis County Library | 7 p.m. | $30-$35 314.994.3300 | slcl.org

Alternative juried and invitational art event

Schlafly Bottleworks | 4-10 p.m.

Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sunday | Free | schlafly.com

5/6

5/26

richmond heights artfest Featuring more than 30 local artisans, music and food

7514 Lindbergh Drive | 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Free | richmondheights.org

5/6

shira lissek

Enjoy popular American songs and selections from her latest solo album as the popular cantor returns to her hometown for an enchanting musical evening.

Congregation B’nai Amoona | 7 p.m. $36-$250 | bnaiamoona.com

5/9-5/20

the phantom of the opera

Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famous musical returns to The Fox as part of a new tour.

The Fabulous Fox Theatre Showtimes vary | $60 and up 314.534.1111 | fabulousfox.com

5/19

40th anniversary celebration concert

All 460 St. Louis Children’s Choirs singers will perform alongside a chorus of alumni and former singers.

Powell Hall | 7 p.m. | $14-$50 314.993.9626 | slccsing.org/events

5/19

kiener kids

All ages can enjoy yoga, oversized lawn games, live storytelling and more in the heart of downtown. Presented by Centene Charitable Foundation.

Kiener Plaza | 9-11:30 a.m. | Free archpark.org/event/kiener-kids

5/23

whitaker music festival

Singer Gene Jackson kicks off the annual festival.

Missouri Botanical Garden | 7 p.m.

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schlafly art outside festival

st. louis symphony orchestra & chorus

Program includes works by Messiaen and Verdi under the direction of maestro David Robertson, who is in his last year with the orchestra. Part of the St. Louis Cathedral Concerts series.

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Greenberg Gallery | 314.361.7600 thegreenberggallery.com

Grand Center | Times and ticket prices vary twstl.org

Laumeier Sculpture Park 6-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday | $10 314.615.5278 | laumeier.org

Bruno David Gallery | 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Tuesday-Thursday | 314.696.2377 brunodavidgallery.com

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henri matisse exhibit

2842 N. Ballas Road | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

314.993.9626 slccsing.org/ensembles/auditions

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vance joy concert

The Australian singer makes a stop on his Nation of Two world tour.

The Fabulous Fox Theatre | 7:30 p.m. $42.50-$52.50 | 314.534.1111 | metrotix.com

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the book of mormon

This outrageous musical comedy follows a mismatched pair of missionaries as they spread the Good Word.

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boyz II men

The legendary R&B group performs with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.

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NOUVEAU MEDSPA by julia m. johnson

KEEPING SKIN FRESH AND RADIANT MAY SEEM LIKE a daunting challenge

as we age, but that goal is never out of reach, says Carol Anderson, RN, CANS, owner of Nouveau MedSpa in Kirkwood. She says focusing on the health of your skin—and your entire body—is the key to ensuring it stays beautiful.

“When you come for a consultation, we consider your lifestyle, age, diet, exercise, sleep habits and more to get a sense of your overall health,” Anderson says. “Then we talk about your views on skin care. We ask how you would like your skin to look, and whether you have any important events coming up. All of those factors help determine a realistic care regimen and timeline.”

Anderson says that while we can’t control many aspects of aging, like gradual facial bone loss, there are treatments that can enhance skin’s volume and the tissue below it. “People often lose bone around the cheeks and orbits of the eye,” she notes.

“Even small losses can change the look of the face. Skin is like a piece of clothing for the skull; when bone decreases, the skin doesn’t fit as well because there is less of a frame for it to hold onto.” Although treatments can’t replace lost bone, it is possible to mimic the patient’s earlier bone structure, Anderson says.

Fat under the skin also decreases with age, and when combined with bone loss, the results can be sagging skin and hollowness. “People often come in thinking, ‘I’ll just have my skin treated,’ but it’s important not to think that superficially,” Anderson notes. “We also need to figure out why the skin is changing, pay attention to bone health, and preserve the deep fat pads under the skin.”

Treatments to rejuvenate the skin include chemical peels to remove dead cells,

OWNER CAROL ANDERSON WORKS WITH A CLIENT.

Infini fractionated radiofrequency for tightening and lifting, and Forever Young BBL (broadband light) for pigmentation problems. “Forever Young also ‘turns back time’ at the cellular level so the tissue is fuller and more youthful,” Anderson explains.

Microneedling and platelet-rich plasma treatments can correct imperfections and loss of volume, and some techniques can be used together to provide deep rejuvenation.

Anderson also relies on topical products like Vitamin C to combat enzymes that break down existing collagen and prevent it from forming. Collagen is a protein made by cells to provide structure and strength for the body’s tissues.

Nouveau’s ‘wet room’ treatments include salt glow therapy and other techniques that boost skin’s health and appearance. “We use high-grade products like Himalayan pink salt and essential oils,” Anderson says. “The salt glow is like a scrub and massage in one. The salt removes dead cells and provides more than 80 minerals absorbed by the skin. There are numerous benefits in addition to silky smoothness—it’s good for your circulatory, respiratory and neurological function, too.”

Exciting things are happening at Nouveau this year, and they’re all for the benefit of clients, Anderson says. “It’s our second anniversary, so we are planning a celebration this spring,” she notes. “A new medical director and new esthetician recently joined our staff, and we are adding new therapies and essential oils for the face and body. We enjoy providing clients with the best care to keep their skin healthy and beautiful.” &

NOUVEAU MEDSPA IN KIRKWOOD IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY SKIN CARE WITH A FOCUS ON OVERALL HEALTH. PICTURED ON THE COVER: THE SPA’S WELCOMING LOBBY. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SERVICES AND ANNIVERSARY ACTIVITIES, CALL 314.394.3314 OR VISIT NOUVEAUMEDSPA.COM. COVER DESIGN BY CYDNEY MOORE | COVER PHOTO BY BILL BARRETT

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Little Problems,

Big Results

BY STEPHANIE WALLACE

We've all got little things we'd like to change about ourselves. Cellulite, excess back fat, less-thanluminous skin—the list could go on and on. For a lot of these issues, undergoing a major surgical procedure may not be an option, or it simply might not feel worth it. With that in mind, we asked local experts how to address these little issues and get a big payoff.

H I P S , T H I G H S A N D B AC K The hips, thighs and back can be problem areas when it comes to excess fat. “My female patients often complain about the disproportionate size of their hips and thighs,” says Dr. Michele Koo, a plastic surgeon in private practice. “They also complain about fat that bulges out from under their bras. They hate the lumpiness of their figures in and out of clothes.” These problems, coupled with cellulite that can dimple the thighs, paint a less than flattering picture. Luckily, there are options for smoothing over these imperfections.

COOLSCULPTING Coolsculpting hypercools an area of localized fat. “Skin, bones and other bodily tissue like muscle aren’t as sensitive to the cold as fat cells,” says Dr. Terence Myckatyn, a Washington University plastic and reconstructive surgeon. “It can be uncomfortable for the first 5 to 10 minutes, but the process injures fat cells and is designed to remove discrete areas of fat.” Myckatyn says the big benefit of Coolsculpting is that there is no surgery, and treatment only takes 35 minutes. There also is little to no post-procedure downtime. “The treated area may be uncomfortable to the touch for three to four days, but people can return to normal activities that day,” he notes.

Myckatyn says another advantage is that it can be done on most areas of the body, including the flanks, thighs and back. “Whatever fits into an applicator can be treated, and more than one machine can be used at once,” he explains. “The process treats about 15 to 20 percent of the fat per session.” Koo notes that back fat is particularly dense and is not ideal for fat removal through freezing. “If you have a small amount of fat on the hips or thighs, cryotherapy can diminish it,” she says.

... people can return to normal activities that day.

Both Koo and Myckatyn note that Coolsculpting and other freezing treatments are not weight loss solutions. “The options for significant deposits of fat in the thigh, hip and back areas are limited,” Koo says. “Body shape and weight are determined 70 percent by food intake and 30 percent by exercise. People have to make healthy lifestyle changes.” Myckatyn adds that the procedure is ideal for patients at a desirable weight who eat a good diet and are active but need help with a problem area.

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CELLFINA Hail damage, cottage cheese—the nicknames we give cellulite reflect what an unsightly problem it can be. These dimples and buckles occur when fat pushes through the connective tissue under the skin, and the condition affects more than 90 percent of women, according to Myckatyn. Cellfina is a treatment that addresses the dimpling cellulite can cause, common in the thigh area. “The procedure uses a device that cleaves the connective tissue that tethers down the skin and causes dimples,” he explains. “First, we photograph and map the area of the cellulite. Then, we numb the area and use a suction-cup device to lift the dimples up. We take a tiny needle and cut the little bands under the skin.”

He suggests thinking of it like a sofa cushion with a divot. If you cut the thread creating the divot, the cushion naturally pops back up. “Patient satisfaction rates have been more than 90 percent,” he adds.

“For what it does, it’s by far the most effective treatment.”

Myckatyn says the only real downside to Cellfina is its limited number of candidates. “Patients may have wavy or loose skin and call it cellulite, but it’s not,” he says. “The procedure is very specifically for dimpling cellulite. It doesn’t remove any fat.”

FAT G R A F T I N G Who wouldn’t want to take extra fat and redistribute it to more desirable areas? Fat grafting is a natural treatment that does just that. During the procedure, fat tissue is removed from one part of the body, processed and injected into a different part. “A lot of people think you need to travel to Miami for this kind of procedure, but you can stay right here,” says Dr. Richard Moore of The Lifestyle Center.

» From Head to Toe: Fat grafting can be done virtually anywhere on the body, according to Dr. Sumesh Kaswan, a SLUCare plastic surgeon. “Fat even can be grafted onto the feet of runners who are experiencing pain. It all depends on what you are trying to achieve and the issue you are addressing,” he says.

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Your Best Face Forward: The procedure often is used to address some of the changes to the face that come with aging. “As we age, we not only lose elasticity in the skin, we also lose fat in key areas like the cheeks and upper lip,” Kaswan says. “It’s not uncommon to inject fat into those areas to get a more youthful appearance.” He adds that fat grafting often is used to supplement face-lifts and other procedures. Moore notes that the procedure also can stimulate hair growth and improve the quality and texture of the skin because the fat is rich in regenerative cells.

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Zone: Fat grafting in the face requires a small amount, but larger

quantities can be used in areas like the breasts and buttocks. Kaswan adds that it often is used in breast reconstruction to create a better contour and address problems with implants.

» All Natural: “The biggest benefit is that it’s natural and comes from your body,” Moore says.

“You are not putting something foreign into your body like a dermal filler or breast implant.”

» Bounce Back:

Moore says recovery time varies from patient to patient. For larger areas, people are usually back to work in three to five days and back in the gym after four weeks. Recovery time for the face is generally less, but Kaswan says patients may experience swelling and bruising for the first week to 10 days.

» Survival of the Fittest: Both Kaswan and Moore say patients should be aware that not all the fat survives after it is transferred. “Around half may be absorbed over the next nine to 12 months,” Kaswan notes. “If that’s the case, the long-term results won’t be as good as immediately after the procedure.” To increase the odds of the fat surviving, Moore says removing it with Tickle liposuction causes less damage. “After the fat is removed, we also filter and micronize it,” he says. “This strips away mature fat cells that wouldn’t survive and leaves stem cell-rich material for injecting.”

» Crunch the Numbers: Moore says fat grafting is often cost-effective, especially when compared with dermal fillers for the face. But since not all of the fat will survive, Kaswan notes some patients may require a second round, upping the potential cost.

Beautiful You

We often go to great lengths for beauty, but there are plenty of simple steps you can take to improve the health and appearance of your skin. Here are simple ways to give it a radiant boost and address changes that come with age.

eat:

What you put in your mouth can have just as big an impact on your skin as the cleansers, moisturizers and toners you use. A proper diet will give you vitamins, minerals and amino acids to make your skin healthy and beautiful. Add foods that contain beauty-boosting properties like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium and lycopene found in salmon, walnuts, kiwi, kale, avocado, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, Brazil nuts, watermelon and spinach.

drink: Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and like all organs, its cells are made up of water. If your skin is not properly hydrated, it can turn dry, tight and flaky.

Dry skin is also more prone to wrinkles.

Drink eight glasses of water a day to properly hydrate the skin and help rid the body of toxins.

moisturize: Your face sheds skin cells more rapidly than other parts of the body, and it needs moisture to repair itself, allowing younger cells to rise to the surface.

Moisturizing also can help prevent extreme dryness, oiliness and acne. Choose a product that includes vitamins A and B5 to increase firmness, vitamins C and E to fight damage, and a sunscreen to protect your skin during the day. The optimal time to moisturize is after a bath or shower because hot water strips your skin of moisture and oils.

exfoliate:

As we age, the process of cell regeneration slows down, meaning our bodies don’t shed skin cells and generate new ones as quickly. Buildup of old cells can make the skin look dull, rough and dry and can clog pores, leading to acne and other blemishes.

Exfoliation removes the barrier of dead skin cells and uncovers the fresh ones beneath.

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3 | NOUVEAU, A BOUTIQUE MEDSPA Treat yourself to an afternoon of therapeutic relaxation with a full-body, 60-minute salt glow followed by a 90-minute Nouveau Signature Facial.

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Fresh . Innovative . Holistic . Personal . This is Nouveau.

Nouveau, A Boutique Medspa is located in Kirkwood Missouri, known for loyal clients whom we call friends and family. These loyal clients come from Kirkwood, Chesterfield, Wildwood, Illinois, all over the St. Louis region, South Carolina, Texas, New York, and Minnesota.

Doctors already recommend against taking antibiotics for viral infections because they are ineffective, and in a new study published in Cell Reports, investigators from WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE suggest there may be a greater reason to avoid taking the drugs unnecessarily. Researchers found that taking antibiotics increases susceptibility to viral infection in mice. Many viral infections cause mild to severe diseases, and the study wanted to determine whether antibiotic use could explain why some people get sick and others do not. A healthy immune system depends on a healthy gut microbiome, but antibiotics kill off members of the normal bacterial community. The researchers reasoned that antibiotics compromise the immune system and leave the body unprepared to fight off infection. To test this hypothesis, mice were given a placebo or a cocktail of four antibiotics for two weeks before being infected with West Nile virus. About 80 percent of the mice who received no antibiotics survived the infection, as opposed to 20 percent of the antibiotic-treated ones. The mice given antibiotics were found to have lower numbers of immune cells known as killer T cells, which recognize the invading virus and play a critical role in controlling the infection.

We practice Regenerative SkinCare meaning we use tools and techniques which encourage the body to regenerate and restore itself as a primary source of enhancement. When you make your first consultative appointment at Nouveau, a Registered Nurse and Licensed Esthetician will consult with you about the condition of your skin, make recommendations, give you options, and build a plan of care involving our team – the nurse, the esthetician, the spa coordinator, and most importantly, you.

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According to a recent paper published in Nature Communications, SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY researchers have determined the structure of a key protein involved in the body’s inflammatory response. The enzyme calcium-independent phospholipase A2 beta produces signals after injury to initiate the inflammatory response, and the team wanted to learn how it activates, breaks down substrates and shuts down. According to DR. SERGEY KOROLEV , the protein has a role in various areas of study such as the cardiovascular system, insulin production and neurodegenerative issues. Since the protein plays different roles in different tissues and parts of the cell, past researchers have had difficulty understanding how it operates. The SLU research team used X-ray crystallography to grow a crystal of the protein and shoot X-ray beams through it. The diffraction pattern was analyzed to detail the three-dimensional structure. The team found that the protein’s structure was different from what previously had been predicted, which could make it easier to develop drugs to inhibit the protein and serve as potential new therapies for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer metastasis and neurodegenerative disease.

Sepsis develops when an infection triggers an overwhelming immune response. Standard treatment involves a high dose of antibiotics that fight the infection but often don’t address the disrupted immune system. Researchers at WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE have found that a drug that boosts the immune system may treat the condition. Their trial involved 27 sepsis patients.

Seventeen were treated with a drug made from interleukin-7 (IL-7), which enhances the proliferation and survival of two types of immune cells that work to recruit other cells to fight severe infections.

The remaining patients received standard sepsis treatment. The researchers showed that IL-7 boosts adaptive immunity and could improve patient survival. “We know that 40 percent of patients die in the 30- to 90-day period after the initial septic infection,” says senior investigator DR. RICHARD S. HOTCHKISS. “Their bodies can’t fight secondary infections that develop later on because their immune systems are shot. We think this approach could make a big difference.” Hotchkiss and his team are planning a larger trial to determine if IL-7 can improve sepsis survival rates.

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TRADING SPACES

GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE by julia m. johnson

HOMEOWNERS OFTEN REACH A POINT WHEN A LARGE, luxurious property

no longer fits their lifestyle. Maybe their children have moved out, or retirement calls for less maintenance. Others need less space because they no longer entertain as often. All are reasons to downsize to a smaller, more manageable property, says Stafford Manion, third-generation owner of Gladys Manion Real Estate in Clayton.

“People’s priorities change as years pass,” says Manion, a licensed senior residential specialist. “The general market is clearly indicating that buyers want smaller, more efficient and energy-conscious homes. The population is aging, but it’s also healthier than before, so many people are downsizing into houses with workout rooms and other healthy lifestyle features.” Manion says buyers also want more automated conveniences, spacious bathrooms and closets, large mudrooms and utility areas, and homes where the kitchen and family room are open and connected.

“Other benefits of downsizing are less maintenance and the ability to travel without worrying about your house,” Manion says. “Especially in an older luxury home, things tend to break down. If you own a condo or smaller new home, you can just shut the door and leave town without stressing about pool maintenance, old pipes freezing or finding someone to take care of everything.” He says St. Louis downsizers often want to stay in the area, and many gravitate toward luxury condominiums in the Central West End and Clayton. “That’s where the action is,” he notes. “There’s high demand in those areas, and they draw buyers from all over.”

Manion says downsizers look for specific ‘features’ in a real estate agent, too.

“Luxury homeowners’ first concerns are privacy and confidentiality,” he notes.

“They don’t want an agent who comes off as predatory when he or she finds out they are selling an expensive home. When a client calls us, we work hard to make it a confidential, positive and professional experience.” STAFFORD MANION Downsizing sometimes can take a year or two, so it’s important for the agent to be supportive over the long haul, Manion explains. “There are a lot of moving parts with valuable family possessions and other considerations,” he says. “It can be an emotional situation, so the agent has to know how to work well with everyone.”

Manion says his team slowly warms clients up to the idea of smaller spaces.

“Educating them is a process,” he says. “Agents should be willing to do casual walkthroughs and see how the spaces feel without the pressure of a buying decision. Can the clients envision living in a property like this? Can they see their furniture and artwork fitting here? Which possessions will they need to part with?”

It’s easy to assume downsizers make the switch to save money, but that’s not usually the case, according to Manion. “Often there is not much price difference between the home being sold and the one being purchased,” he notes. “Many luxury condos are in the $1 million to $2 million range these days.” Whatever the client’s needs, Manion says his company is highly experienced in the market and ready to assist.

“We have been helping downsizers for more than 30 years and have represented many original condo developments in downtown Clayton,” he notes. “We talk with our clients about how fortunate they’ve been to make great memories in a beautiful house, and help them understand how they can enjoy a lower-maintenance lifestyle in a smaller home.”

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If you’re considering downsizing and would like to speak with someone about your options, we welcome the opportunity to meet with you one-on-one. We will listen and provide advice and resources that will equip you with the knowledge to make an educated decision.

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Stunning Clayton Gardens home in desirable location that has been completely updated with custom finishes throughout! 4 bedrooms, 5 baths with elevator access to every floor. Formal living and dining room areas, gourmet kitchen that opens to large family room, 4 fireplaces, finished recreation room, media room & so much more! Walk to all of your favorite shops, restaurants and parks!

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DEAR HOMEWORK,

We recently purchased a somewhat forlorn Colonial on a street of charming period homes in University City. The original house received a clunky addition that provides great space but makes for an awkward appearance. We’d love to give it a fresh, modern farmhouse feel.

We are open to painting the brick and a few architectural upgrades. Also, do you have any landscaping suggestions?

Sincerely, —BEEN WATCHING TOO MUCH FIXER UPPER

DEAR BEEN WATCHING TOO MUCH FIXER UPPER ,

The two dormers to the right with the brick in between do strike an odd note, but the rest of it is basically fine. If you replace that brick panel with a window and add a bit of detail in the form of support brackets and flat-panel detailing, this area would better match the scale and feel of the rest of the façade. Additional details like wider porch columns, simple white railings and stone entry steps add to the farmhouse vibe.

Painting the brick and siding white certainly wakes the whole thing up and gives it that fresh feel you want. A simplified grille pattern in the windows helps bridge the ‘modern’ and ‘farmhouse’ themes.

As far as the landscaping goes, I like how the house sits on a hill, framed by mature trees. I would plant a tall evergreen to block the ‘winter’ view of the house to the left, and move the dogwood to the bottom of the walkway to block the view of the garage door. The rest of the plantings should be kept low, horizontal and continuous.

To me, it looks completely different and ready for a spot on reality TV. Hope that helps, —HOMEWORK

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WHETHER IT’S A STYLISH URBAN LOFT OR A FRIENDLY CUL-DE-SAC IN THE SUBURBS, WHERE WE LIVE AFFECTS HOW WE LIVE. A new chapter in life often calls for a change of scenery, an opportunity to create a totally different space that meets your evolving lifestyle. That’s what one local couple found four years ago when they decided on a sleek and sophisticated condo in Clayton.

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Q | Why did you decide on a condo?

A | Our children had married and moved out, and we wanted to embrace a new lifestyle. It wasn’t so much about downsizing as trying something different. We also didn’t want to deal with maintenance anymore.

We wanted more of a turnkey operation with no lawn maintenance or snow removal.

Q | What attracted you to the Clayton area?

A | It’s so urban. You can walk everywhere, and the condo is very centrally located.

Q | Did you make any major changes?

A | We completely redid the kitchen and the master bath. The bathroom was really dated. It had a huge sunken tub that dominated the room. We made it more contemporary and modernized the shower. I wanted to make those spaces my own. We’d always built our homes before, so everything was the way I wanted it.

This was our first time living in a space designed by someone else. We didn’t really change the floor plan, but it’s more reflective of who we are.

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Q | How do you approach interior design?

A | Well, I’m not sure I have much style! My husband and I just agree on a look. When we moved, we only took the items we really loved. I didn’t want things that were representative of our old home. We loved the old house, and it’s where we raised our children, but I didn’t want to drag everything here. We wanted something new and were able to get rid of a lot of things we accumulated over the years.

Q | The color scheme is almost monochromatic.

A | I find it very peaceful, and black and white are a good base. I can bring other colors into the space, but I’m not the kind of person who uses a lot of color regardless.

I don’t think it’s as serene as darker palettes.

Q | Tell me about some of your art.

A | We have a collection of Al Hirschfeld works that we hung in the condo. We love his pieces. He’s a famous St. Louis artist and probably the greatest caricature artist ever. My favorite piece is probably the one in the kitchen called The End. Hirschfeld’s patron was Charlie Chaplin, and it’s the last picture he did of Chaplin, hence

the name. There’s something very unusual about it. It has some color, unlike most of the others. I just fell in love with it the first time I saw it.

Q | What is your favorite room?

A | The living room. I love how it connects to the rest of the space. When we were looking for a condo, I wanted a place where we would use all of the rooms. In our old house, we had a living room that we were never in.

Here, everything is designed so it flows together and is like a single space. We use all of it every day. Part of remodeling the kitchen was blending it with the living room. I love that about the floor plan.

Q | How is the view?

A | We’re on the 19th floor, so we have incredible views.

We love to go out on the terrace. It’s very peaceful. It can get a little windy, but it’s covered, so we can be out there even when it rains. It’s delightful to eat out there. At night, I can look out and see the lights downtown. On the fourth of July, we can see the fireworks from everywhere across the horizon. Watching the sunrise in the morning is lovely. It’s like being on a permanent vacation.

When you are ready to live well!

Doug Cohen has been in the real estate business for more than 30 years. He began his career renovating homes for 12 years. His expertise in quality and elegant finishes led him to start his own custom home building company, Douglas Properties, in 1998. Under his leadership, Douglas Properties has developed a solid reputation for building luxury homes in the central corridor, including Olivette, Frontenac, Creve Coeur, Ladue, Richmond Heights and Clayton. The company also has built several mid-rise condominium buildings, two in Clayton located on Brighton Way and Cromwell Drive and one in University City at 900 N. McKnight Road.

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During the 2017 calendar year, Douglas Properties built 10 homes, an impressive number for what Cohen describes as an “infill builder and a one-man shop.” He notes that the secret is to generally use the same subcontractors on each project.

“This way, they learn how I expect them to perform,” he says.

Cohen’s wife of 15 years, Esther, also is involved with the company, selecting all finishes for spec homes. It’s an arrangement that he says resembles an HGTV reality show.

“I focus on trying to curtail over-budget selections, and she complains when over-budget items are set to be rejected!” He laughs that she usually wins the argument, and they end up looking stunning in the home.

Douglas Properties is enjoying another banner year in 2018. The company is ready to break ground on five homes, all yet to be sold. Three are located in Olivette and will be listed at just under $1 million, and two are in Creve Coeur and will be offered at a similar price point. With each new project, the company continues its mission to create an environment that blends unique architecture, quality craftsmanship and refined designer finishes.

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