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The International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum is a non-profit organization with the purpose of celebrating the achievements of the inventors, pioneers, and pivotal artists throughout the history of photography. The IPHF has preserved the art of photography and its contribution to modern civilization since 1965 and is the proud home to over 2,000 historical cameras and 30,000 images.

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Elliott Erwitt is a leading figure in advertising and documentary photography. He is known for his warm, wry sense of humor, often capturing his subjects in ironic or absurd situations. He has served as an advocate for the preservation of copyright and intellectual property rights of photographers worldwide.

Paul Nicklen is a photographer, filmmaker, marine biologist and an outspoken advocate for wildlife conservation. Focusing on the polar regions, his evocative nature photography displays a deep reverence and sensitivity for the wildlife and environment of these most isolated, endangered places in the world.

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Taking inspiration from musicians and abstract artists Ralph Gibson’s images seem to speak to the surreal and subconscious. Known for his photographic books and prints, his dramatic compositions evoke a deep sense of mystery and an eye for detail that can turn the ordinary into profound studies in abstraction.

Olivia Parker is one of the foremost still-life photographers of her generation. She draws inspiration from the histories of art and science, using natural light to transform ephemeral objects, both natural and man-made, into images for contemplation.

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CONTENTS september 11, 2019

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st. louis county library

Bibliophiles, rejoice! The new mid-county branch opened in Clayton as part of a $120 million campaign to renovate or replace 19 local library locations. The building includes private study rooms, an interactive children’s area, a teen space, computer lab and secure underground parking.

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saint louis fashion fund

The organization’s fifth anniversary celebrations started with a splash at a rooftop pool party at The Last Hotel. Guests included local designers (including SLFF residents), fashion bloggers and artists. Pictured: Fran Zamler, Laura Maurice, Stephanie Abbajay, Christine Bruegenhemke

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CHAMPIONS FOR CHANGE 26 COVER – Friends of the SLU Liver Center 27 SPECIAL FEATURE – Book Smarts: The Novel Neighbor Turns Noble 28 SNAPPED! ACCESS Academies 29 Grand Center Arts District 30 Friends of Miriam

The Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park 32 SPECIAL FEATURE – Glennon Card: Shop, Save & Support

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President and CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council Mahesh Ramanujam, pictured with Karen Goering of the Missouri Historical Society, stopped by the StL to present the museum with prestigious LEED Gold Certification in recognition of the sustainable practices used in the building’s $30 million renovation. During his visit, Ramanujam presented the same certification to the new Gateway Arch visitor center and museum.

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OCT. 11 • THE RITZ-CARLTON, ST. LOUIS

WEST COUNTY CENTER SUPPORTS THE ANNUAL FASHION SHOW HELD BY FRIENDS OF THE RURAL PARISH WORKERS OF CHRIST THE KING OCT. 11 AT THE RITZ-CARLTON. PICTURED ON THE COVER: SEAN PHILLIPS AT THE ANHEUSER-BUSCH ST. LOUIS BREWERY. STYLIST: CHRISSIE WOJCIECHOWSKI; CLOTHING BY BROOKS BROTHERS; SUNGLASSES

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operation food search

The nonprofit’s third annual Party for Packs raised more than $27,000 to help food-insecure children.

The event supports Operation Backpack, which provides weekend meals to students throughout the school year.

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This is a special issue because it includes the first of our features on some very important dates in October: the 10 days when you can get all of your holiday shopping done, all at a discount and all to benefit young patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital! Yes, I’m talking about the Glennon Card, the glorious shopping program that St. Louisans have come to know and love since its inception eight years ago. Because of my involvement with the program at work (Town&Style has been a sponsor from the beginning), I naively assumed everyone knows about it. But last year, many people told me they bought their first card after reading about it on our pages. (I love hearing feedback like that, by the way). My sister-in-law, a native St. Louisan, was one such reader, and she had a blast mapping out her ‘course’ and getting great deals. Plus, in the process, she discovered local boutiques she wouldn’t have checked out otherwise, so it’s perfect outreach for vendors, too. And let’s not forget the most important part: All proceeds from card sales benefit patients at the hospital, children who are dealing with life-threatening illnesses. You can read an overview of the program in this week’s issue.

In our next issue, Sept. 25, look for an interview with Mark Coulter, owner of participating vendor Christopher’s in Kirkwood, who has a uniquely personal connection to the cause, and read a heartwarming patient story in our Oct. 9 issue. After discovering the people behind the cause, I don’t see how you couldn’t buy a card. Everyone involved truly benefits.

As is true St. Louis fashion, there are plenty of philanthropy opportunities in town, some longstanding and others just starting out. We feature a new initiative, The Noble Neighbor, in our Champions for Change special section. It’s the latest idea from Holland Saltsman, owner of the popular Webster Groves bookstore, The Novel Neighbor, which is celebrating its five-year anniversary this month! The first time I walked into the store was exactly five years ago as I was ‘shopping’ for the T&S holiday gift guide. I knew it was a special place then, and it has continued to grow and impact our community in only the most positive way. Find out the nonprofit’s goals in our special feature, Book Smarts.

So, happy gifting and giving, St. Louis! We have quite a few options to do both here.

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ESPECIALLY IN ST. LOUIS, it’s common for businesses to support charitable efforts in the

communities they serve. Whether it’s through donations, fundraising events or awareness campaigns, they can be powerful partners for nonprofits that need their help. West County Center in Des Peres takes local philanthropy seriously, and each fall, it joins Friends of the Rural Parish Workers of Christ the King to host a fashion fundraiser for the Washington County service agency.

A group of Catholic women founded the organization in the 1940s to help families of former mine workers, and it remains an important resource for residents who are struggling financially.

It helps them access food, clothes, shelter, transportation, household items, utility assistance, medical care and spiritual guidance so they can get back on their feet. The annual fashion event raises critical funding for these services. West County Center marketing director and show producer Sean Phillips says his staff got involved about a decade ago because the need is so great. “Serving the community is a major focus for us as well as the retailers who provide clothes and accessories for the show,” he notes. “This is one of the biggest fashion happenings in St. Louis because so many people believe in the organization it supports.”

This year, the event is Oct. 11 at The Ritz-Carlton, and it is expected to attract about 600 guests.

The program starts with lunch and boutique shopping at 11 a.m., and the fashion show gets under way at 12:30 p.m. Volunteer models strut the runway in showstopping looks, and there are styles to appeal to everyone, according to Phillips. “We include a broad spectrum of fashions for men, women and children,” he says. “We try to choose retailers that will be interesting to a variety of people. A lot of work goes into the event, and it’s always something of a ‘chemistry experiment’ deciding which combinations of models, clothes and colors will look best together. We aim for continuity, but we also tie in to current trends and what’s popular at our stores.” West County retailers involved this year are Altar’d State, Banana Republic, Camille la Vie, Evereve, Gap, Gap Kids, H&M, Justice, Kindred, Macy’s, Macy’s Backstage and White House | Black Market. Tickets can be ordered at 314.605.8489 or rpwck.org/fashionshow.

Cindi Mentel, who is chairing the show with Jane Baalmann and Chris Desloge, has seen the need for Rural Parish Workers’ services firsthand. “I have visited the area and talked with residents who need the most basic things, like shelter and food,” she notes. “We are able to connect them with self-help programs and religious education as well. People need a listening ear to support the soul as well as the body, and we are happy to provide that. Simply helping a family make utility payments or find an affordable car can be life-changing.”

Phillips says this year’s show is themed ‘The Time of Your Life,’ and the decor and ambiance will revolve around clocks, timepieces and music. “We hope each guest really does enjoy this special day to the fullest,” he says. “It’s a great opportunity for the mall and its retailers to pull together for an important cause.” & SEPTEMBER 11, 2019 | townandstyle.com

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If you’ve never seen the Brittany Wood neighborhood on the western edge of U. City, it’s picture-perfect.

People should paint it, in fact. You must visit sometime during the day Sunday, Sept. 22. No, I don’t moonlight as a real estate agent, so I’m not promoting an open house for a lovely home. (A real charmer!)

I’m making you aware of U. City’s fourth annual Plein Air Festival & Garden Tour, where artists will set up outside and work from the early morning until 3:30 p.m., weather permitting. Our photo is of the 2018 second-place finisher by Allen Kriegshauser, who will be competing again this year for Best in Show, which brings with it a $250 cash prize. (Kriegshauser only took home $50 less last year; a $200 prize is awarded for second place, $150 for third. You can only imagine how fabulous the first-place winner was.) Artists may work anywhere within city limits and in any medium, save sculpture and photography, to be considered for judging at 4 p.m. at the U. City Community Center in Heman Park. The garden tour also includes Brittany Woods Middle School, Ruth Park Golf Course and the Green Center. A reception catered by Salt + Smoke and Urban Chestnut Brewery begins at 5 p.m., during which cash prizes and the People’s Choice award will be announced. The event benefits nonprofit U City in Bloom, which plants and maintains flora in the city’s public spaces.

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Wish to leap into the air and whirl, completing a triple axel … but, oops, stick an icy landing smack on your backside instead? Soon we’ll have another place in the metro where anyone can watch you try to skate.

It’s been in the works awhile, but with the selection of an architect (Chiodini) and general contractor (S.M. Wilson), it appears that construction of a new ice rink in Shaw Park is set to begin sometime this fall. Plans for a $7.5 million project approved about two years ago are moving forward, for an approximate $2.7 million more than that. Has inflation been that heinous? No, thank goodness. It’s that two other items already green-lighted—the streetscape and a Century Garden—have been folded into the rink project. So it’s not a budget-buster. Skaters need not be Claytonians; folks from all over will be able to pay for skating here, as they can at Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park.

The new $10.2 million complex—25,000 square feet altogether—will feature an 18,000-square-foot multipurpose building with room for renting skates and warming up while watching other skaters.

A tennis center is part of the plan, as is a catering kitchen and party room to accommodate about 35 people. Once the Architectural Review Board signs off on a few design details, demolition will begin, says Patty DeForrest, director of the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. DeForrest says the project is slated for completion by November 2020. During warmer months, the rink will convert to turf for sports and other events.

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Vince McMahon is a pro wrestling entrepreneur. By ‘pro,’ we mean that if you aren’t sure it’s fake, you must believe there are aliens at Area 51, and both Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster are as real as Santa Claus.

You see, McMahon has established an alternative to the NFL, known as the XFL. And many folks around these parts are squirming with the same excitement they have whenever they get to see an MMA fight. If an NFL game is like a boxing match, maybe an XFL game could be similar to an MMA fight, only with a whole stadium full of knuckleheads … we mean gladiators … we mean rabid fans and bloodthirsty players. Or not.

Probably nobody will rush onto the field to whack a player or ref with a folding chair. The league claims that the game will consist of ‘Less Stall. More Ball.’ It seems like a dream come true for any fan frustrated by what seems like two hours of timeouts and commercials that occur after the 2-minute warning in an NFL game.

Or, for gridiron addicts who absolutely must have pro football during that interminable annual drought after the Super Bowl. The St. Louis Battlehawks, one of the league’s eight inaugural teams, will start playing next February at their home field in the Dome at America’s Center. Yes, we submit, the team name is lame.

(I recall the Dome was vacated by some other football team a number of years ago. The erstwhile team’s name will come to me; I believe it was controlled by some crackpot named Kroenke.)

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Ever get to a concert late, or never get there at all?

Back in the days of Mississippi Nights, I had a pair of tickets to see Elastica, a trend-setting Britpop band in the mid-1990s. (You’ve never heard of them? Justine Frischmann was chief songwriter, singer and bassist.

No? Whatevs.) When I met my friend Steve at The Nights, I couldn’t find our tickets, and we missed the show. Well, I hate to break it to you, but you’ve already missed arguably the biggest country concert ever in these parts. (Well, actually, just a glimpse—so, whew.) A free preview of Ken Burns’ 16-hour series, Country, was presented last Wednesday (Sept. 4) outside at Nine Network’s Public Media Commons, along with a sampling of what else is coming up this fall. The miracle of TV means that we’ll get to see the production starting this Sunday (Sept. 15) at 7 p.m. on PBS (Channel 9, KETC). The series will air for eight nights in two-hour installments. It’s public TV, so it’s free. What’s more, it streams online after the broadcast. Ken Burns is an amazing documentarian, in this scribe’s humble opinion. His series on the Civil War aired 29 years ago this month, followed by riveting historical series on baseball, jazz and the Vietnam War. (Postscript: Alas, my Elastica tix never did turn up; not in the car, at home, anywhere. But I’ve rocked out to their debut album for, let’s see …

24 years now.)

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The first thing you need to know about Rachelle L’Ecuyer is how to pronounce her name. One may avoid mumbling in faux French by simply looking at her business card, or email boilerplate. Right beneath her name, in parentheses, it reads ‘pronounced: ra-shell lek-we-ay’. L’Ecuyer, executive director of The Delmar Loop, is every bit as unique as the great street she represents, which is divided between The Lou and U. City by Skinker Boulevard. (It was named one of the 10 Great Streets in America by the American Planning Association.) Diversity and thoughtfully planned urban development are in her genes: Her late father, James ‘Jim’ L’Ecuyer, was Skinker-DeBaliviere’s community development director. “I grew up ‘spooned’ on this,” she says. And it’s been the focus of her professional life, beginning in NYC with the city’s nonprofit Landmarks Conservancy. She managed to stay for 10 years, but the cost of living became prohibitive for a single mom with two little boys—Jacob, now 23, and Noah, 21. L’Ecuyer returned to the metro, making her mark as community

development director for Maplewood. The close-in suburb, which already had Taste of Maplewood and a Christmas tree walk marked as official communityinvolvement events, soon became a draw for its mid-July street fest, Let Them Eat Art, with a logo and theme evoking Bastille Day, the 1789 fuse for the French Revolution.

L’Ecuyer gives a nod to Jay Schober of Maya Café for offhandedly suggesting a name for the festival during a meeting with merchants and other city stakeholders, and it stuck. But she takes full credit for her marketing slogan: ‘Somewhere between Mayberry and Metropolis is Maplewood.’ L’Ecuyer frequently alerted the media to happenings, from the Sweet Tooth Tour and Coffee Crawl to an event focused on the neighborhood’s femaleowned businesses (30%) and Prost!, Maplewood’s toast to local beers and fare. Doing serious marketing

doesn’t mean she takes herself too seriously.

Most every April 1, she distributed a tonguein-cheek news release; one alleged the streets department would be filling potholes with maple-scented asphalt. (They weren’t, of course, but we had to call … April Fools!) She’s continued to pique our interest, meanwhile raising an eyebrow or two, for the past year on behalf of The Loop. “I’ve never worked with a true visionary before,” she says—referring to Joe Edwards, impresario of The Loop. L’Ecuyer has settled into in her element with, among other things, Get Loop’d, a neighborhood-wide celebration the first Friday of every month. What’s next? Continuing to generate excitement and help revive Delmar, block by block, to the east. Who knows—maybe it could start as far in as Vandeventer before our grandchildren are all grown. &

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▶ Congratulations to YWCA METRO ST. LOUIS ’ 2019 Leaders of Distinction, a GROUP OF WOMEN RECOGNIZED FOR PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AND COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITY. This year’s honorees are Barbara Archer of HighTower St. Louis Wealth Advisors; philanthropist Alison Ferring; Ruth Kim of Fleishman Hillard; JoAnne Levy of Mercy; Mary McKay of Washington University; Celeste Player of Express Scripts/Cigna; Teresa Ruzicka of Catholic Charities; Lisa Stump of Lashly & Baer; Nancy Wolfe of Bayer Crop Science; and Nerinx Hall student Kaylin Walters. Carol Duhme received the organization’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

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go to the emergency room? Growing up in a family of six kids who all were rather rough and tumble (need I remind you of when I attempted to ride my bike with my eyes closed?), you would think the Fitzgerald family would have an ER wing named after them. Not so much.

There definitely were times we should have gone, but my dad was a ‘wait and see’ kind of guy. When I was 5, I fell out of a tree hard. I ran into the house screaming in pain as my arm hung limply by my side. My mom said, “Jack, I think it’s broken.” My dad, ever cautious, replied, “Let’s see how it looks in the morning.” You know, because broken arms often heal themselves overnight.

It was the same way with head injuries. My parents wanted to know if you were unconscious and for how long. Now, if you’ve ever been knocked unconscious, it’s really hard to be precise when telling someone the details of what happened, having just taken a blow to the head. Most people would go to the hospital. Not us.

My mom woke us up every 2 hours to ensure we weren’t in a coma. I guess if we were, my dad would have thrown us into the Country Squire station wagon and taken us to the ER. My parents weren’t neglectful, just practical.

Oh, and all of us lived.

So I was torn when I went to pick up my brother Tim for lunch. His wife was out of town and Tim had tripped and fallen hard and had a big goose-egg on his head.

You should know that head injuries really spook me since my son had one several years ago, and I am hyper sensitive to the idea of brain bleeds. I told Tim we should go to the ER to get things checked out. I couldn’t take a chance, nor did I want to sit next to his bed and wake him up every 2 hours like my mom did. But as the youngest sibling, I’m not allowed to make that kind of decision, so I called my brother Mike to tell him what I was doing. My other brother Dennis happened to be there, so Mike sent him to meet us at the ER. Tim and I were hungry, so we drove through McDonald’s and headed to the hospital.

Dennis was waiting for us and lovingly greeted us with, “What the hell is wrong with you two? Why would you stop at McDonald’s?” Our answer sounded really stupid, and then Dennis took over. My job was done. And then the wait started. I immediately started texting my doctor friends to figure out how to butt in line, but to be honest, Tim was unwilling to be as theatrical as I needed him to be, and there were quite a few really sick people there, so we continued to wait and laugh at each other. The guy next to us got really mad about the wait time. He called the ER from the waiting room and asked to talk to the head of the ER and complained about the wait, all on speaker phone, twice. He also called his doctor and yelled at her. This, of course, made us start laughing even more because who does that when there is a woman next to you barfing her brains out? Anyway, Tim was fine, and I spent few hours with my brothers in the ER laughing.

Maybe they aren’t such bad places after all.

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▲ MERCH, a new company launched by Susan Sherman and Tania Beasley-Jolly, WELCOMED TWO FASHION ICONS TO TOWN RECENTLY for its second event.

The designers behind the New York-based brand PROENZA SCHOULER , Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, joined local fashionistas at a private home in Clayton for a cocktail party, followed by dinner at Billie | Jean with their dear friend, fashion journalist and St. Louis native Derek Blasberg. MERCH brings top brands in fashion, home and beauty to St. Louis, and its next soiree, a holiday MERCH Mix Nov. 20 and 21, will feature multiple brandsfrom New York and London at the Contemporary Art Museum.

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◀ Saint Louis University’s nursing program is sporting a new name, the TRUDY

BUSCH VALENTINE SCHOOL OF NURSING.

Trudy, a 1980 alumna, current trustee and longtime philanthropist, GIFTED $4 MILLION TO THE SCHOOL IN HONOR OF FORMER DEANS TERI MURRAY AND JOAN HRUBETZ. She is the daughter of late brewing magnate and St. Louis Cardinals owner Gussie Busch.

▲ There is a new laugh factory in town … ComedySportz St. Louis, a competitive improv comedy theater, is now churning out family-friendly chuckles at its new space on historic Main Street in St. Charles. Comic teams battle for laughs and points each weekend, and the audience chooses the winners. No two shows are alike, according to local owner Mike McGuire, who also manages Sweet Laughs.

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〈〈 THE MAIN EVENTS 〉〉 Cultivate your child’s green thumb at 4-H Grows Here, a Sept. 14 gardening class for 10- to 14-year-olds. The half-day event takes place at the University of Missouri Extension building in Kirkwood and includes hands-on activities and plants to take home.

Leash up your four-legged friends for the Dogtown Family Pet Parade Sept. 21 on Oakland Avenue.

Refreshments will be available, and the event includes face painting, jugglers and more.

Head to Washington University’s Edison Theatre Sept. 28 for An Evening of Ballet Stars 2, an intimate performance of new and classic works by Dance St. Louis.

The cast includes principal dancers from the Joffrey Ballet, Washington Ballet and others.

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A client recently asked me to explain how virtual assistant devices like Amazon Echo and Google Home work. While doing my research, I read that early this year, NPR and Edison reported 21% of U.S. adults owned smart speakers.

As they become more prevalent, it’s good to know how they work and why so many people use them.

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▶ The technology These devices rely heavily on the Internet, voice recognition, artificial intelligence and access to content or other devices. Your device needs to be connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi to access information you request.

Speech recognition software, which has been around since the late ‘50s, allows these devices to listen for a ‘wake’ command (“OK Google” or “Alexa”) and then record what you say. The recordings are saved so you can go back and tell the system what worked, or you can delete them.

Depending on the device, it can access content you request (“What are the best restaurants near me?”) or perform tasks you ask it to do (“Alexa, turn off the living room lights.”). ▶ How are they used?

In a 2017 study by VentureBeat, 75% of those surveyed use their smart speaker to play music, although a majority also use it to get the latest news, weather, sports scores and answers to pressing questions.

No longer do you have to pull out your cell phone at the dinner table to find out what band is playing. You can just ask Alexa. If you need a laugh, ask Google to tell you a joke.

There are many functions you can set up on the devices, like asking Alexa to remind you to take your medicine at a specific

time. Or, if you want to annoy your spouse, you can have Alexa ask him every day if he fed the frogs. (That was not a well-received reminder at my house!) Most Internet of Things devices, such as light bulbs, thermostats, refrigerators and dishwashers, can be controlled through these devices. You also can place calls to people and send texts. Be warned that you easily can spend an entire day exploring the device’s different uses! ▶ Privacy and security Many people refuse to have these devices in their homes due to privacy and security concerns. It is very important that your Internet network and Wi-Fi are highly secured with strong passwords, updated firmware and firewall protection. If you are concerned about the device listening to you, there is a microphone button you can mute, but you won’t be able to give commands. Also make sure that your passwords to every other account and device you connect to are secured. Remember, in order for the devices to work, your commands will be recorded and saved in the iCloud. ▶ Where are we headed?

WordStream reports that by 2020, 50% of all searches will be by voice, and 30% will be without a screen. I love my devices (I own three), but I mainly use them to listen to music, podcasts or the news.

You will see more companies making it easier to buy their products through voice command, and as consumers, we will continue looking for ways to automate our homes and offices.

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EDUCATION 101 SPECIAL SECTION

COR JESU CROSSROADS

THOMAS JEFFERSON

NERINX HALL

WESTMINSTER

DE SMET

MICDS

CHAMINADE ❱❱

Arizona State U. Boston U. Bradley U. [2] Christopher Newport U. Creighton U. [3] DePauw U. [3] Grand Canyon U. Indiana U. - Bloomington [2] Jacksonville U. Kansas State U. Kenrick-Glennon Seminary Knox College Lindenwood U. Loyola U. Chicago Marquette U. [2] Miami U. [6]

CLAYTON

Middle Tennessee State U. Minnesota State U. - Moorhead Missouri Baptist U. Missouri Southern State U. Missouri State U. [4] Missouri U. of S&T [3] North Carolina State U. Northwestern U. Pennsylvania State U. Pennsylvania State. U. - Abington Purdue U. [2] Quincy U. Regis U. Rockhurst U. [5] Saint Louis U. [3] Samford U. Santa Clara U. Santa Monica College Southeast Missouri State U. Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale

Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [2] St. Mary’s U. of San Antonio Stetson U. Stony Brook U. Texas Chrsitian U. [3] The George Washington U. Truman State U. [2] United States Military Academy [2] U. Alabama [3] U. Arizona U. Buffalo U. California - Los Angeles U. Colorado - Boulder [5] U. Dayton U. Iowa U. Kansas [2] U. Kentucky U. Miami U. Mississippi [5] U. Missouri - Columbia [12]

URSULINE

U. Missouri - Kansas City U. Notre Dame [6] U. Oklahoma U. Southern California U. Tampa U. Texas - Austin U. Tulsa Webster U. Xavier U.

CLAYTON HIGH SCHOOL ❱❱

Arizona State U. [3] Boston U. [2] Brandeis U. California Polytechnic State U. Clemson U.

College of Wooster Colorado State U. [4] Columbia College Chicago Columbia U. Cornell College DePaul U. [2] Eastern Kentucky U. Elmhurst College Elon U. Emory U. Erasmus U. College Florida State U. Fontbonne U. Fordham U. [2] Indiana U. Bloomington [3] James Madison U. Johns Hopkins U. Kalamazoo College Knox College Lincoln U. SEPTEMBER 11, 2019 | townandstyle.com

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Lindenwood U. - Belleville Loyola U. Chicago [2] Macalester College Maryville U. [2] Miami U. [2] Michigan State U. Middlebury College Missouri Baptist U. [2] Missouri State U. Missouri U. of S&T [3] Morehouse College [2] Northwest Missouri State U. Northwestern U. Prairie View A&M U. Princeton U. [2] Purdue U. [6] Rice U. Saint Louis U. [7] San Diego State U. Santa Clara U. Savannah College of Art and Design Skidmore College Southeast Missouri State U. Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [2] Southern Methodist U. Southwestern College St. Charles Community College St. Louis Community College [22] St. Olaf College Tennessee State U. Truman State U. Tulane U. [2] United States Naval Academy Universal Technical Institute U. Alabama [2] U. Arizona U. California - Berkeley [2] U. California - Los Angeles U. Chicago U. Colorado - Boulder [3] U. Denver [2] U. Georgia U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign [2] U. Iowa [3] U. Kansas U. Louisville U. Miami [2] U. Michigan U. Minnesota - Twin Cities U. Missouri - Columbia [18] U. Missouri - Kansas City U. Missouri - St. Louis [3] U. North Carolina - Chapel Hill U. Pennsylvania [2] U. Redlands U. Texas - Austin [2] U. Vermont U. Virginia U. Washington U. Wisconsin - Madison [2] Wake Forest U. Washington U. in St. Louis [10] Yale U.

COR JESU ACADEMY ❱❱ American U. Arizona State U. Bellarmine U. Belmont U. Benedictine College [2] Boston U. Bradley U. Case Western Reserve U. Centre College Chapman U. DePaul U. Fordham U. Gonzaga U. Illinois College Indiana U. Bloomington Knox College Loyola U. Chicago [3]

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Marist College Marquette U. [5] Maryville U. [4] Missouri State U. [8] Missouri U. of S&T[2] New York U. Northeastern U. Princeton U. Purdue U. [2] Rhodes College [4] Rockhurst U. [2] Saint Louis U. [21] Santa Clara U. [2] Seton Hall U. Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville Southern Methodist U. [2] Spring Hill College St. Mary’s U. of San Antonio Temple U. Texas State U. Truman State U. U. Alabama U. Alabama - Birmingham U. Arizona U. Arkansas [2] U. Chicago U. Colorado - Boulder U. Dayton [4] U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign U. Kansas [3] U. Kentucky U. Michigan U. Mississippi [4] U. Missouri - Columbia [24] U. Missouri - St. Louis [2] U. Nebraska - Lincoln U. Nebraska - Omaha U. Notre Dame [2] U. Tulsa [4] Virginia Tech Webster U. [2] William Woods U. Xavier U. [2]

CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL ❱❱ American U. Baker U. California Institute of the Arts Carleton College College of William and Mary Colorado College Colorado School of Mines Columbia College Chicago Drake U. Grinnell College Kalamazoo College Knox College Loyola U. Chicago Missouri Baptist U. Missouri U. of S&T Pace U. [2] Saint Louis U. St. Louis Community College St. Olaf College [2] The Ohio State U. [2] U. Colorado - Colorado Springs U. Colorado - Denver U. Missouri - Columbia [4] U. North Carolina - Chapel Hill U. Rochester U. Southern California U. Tulsa U. Washington Vassar College Washington U. in St. Louis [4] Webster U.

DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL ❱❱

Adams State U. Boston College [2] Butler U. [2] Christopher Newport U. Coe College Columbia College Chicago Creighton U. Drake U. [2] Drury U. Fontbonne U. Georgetown U. Greenville U. Harris-Stowe State U. Indiana U. Bloomington [2] Iowa State U. Kennesaw State U. Lindenwood U. [3] Loyola U. Chicago [2] Loyola U. New Orleans Marian Military Institute Marquette U. [4] Maryville U. McKendree U. Mercyhurst U. Missouri Baptist U. Missouri Southern State U. Missouri State U. [8] Missouri U. of S&T [18] Missouri Western State U. Rockhurst U. [7] Saint Louis U. [21] Southeast Missouri State U. [4] Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [2] Spring Hill College [2] St. Charles Community College St. Louis Community College [3] Texas Christian U. Truman State U. United States Merchant Marine Academy U. Alabama [7] U. Arkansas [2] U. Dayton [4] U. Iowa U. Kansas [5] U. Mississippi [10] U. Missouri - Columbia [42] U. Missouri - Kansas City U. Northern Iowa U. Tulsa [4] Westminster College William Jewell College Xavier U.

JOHN BURROUGHS SCHOOL ❱❱ Arizona State U. [2] Boston College Bowdoin College Brown U. [2] Bucknell U [2] Carleton College Colgate U. [2] Colorado College [2] Colorado School of Mines Columbia U. Creighton U. DePauw U. Duke Kunshan U. Emory U. Fordham U. Franklin and Marshall College Harvard College [2] Indiana U. Bloomington [2] Iowa State U. Kenyon College Lake Forest College [2] Miami U. Middlebury College New York U. New York U. - Shanghai Northwestern U. [2]

Otis College of Art and Design Pennsylvania State U. Princeton U. [2] Rhode Island School of Design Rhodes College Ringling College of Art and Design Saint Louis U. Scripps College Southern Methodist U. Texas Christian U. The George Washington U. [4] The Ohio State U. Tulane U. U. Arizona [2] U. California - Los Angeles U. Chicago [3] U. Colorado - Boulder [6] U. Dayton U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign U. Kansas U. Louisville U. Miami [2] U. Michigan U. Missouri - Columbia [3] U. Missouri - Kansas City [4] U. Notre Dame U. Southern California [5] U. Virginia U. Wisconsin - Madison [2] Vanderbilt U. [3] Vassar College Wake Forest U. Washington U. in St. Louis [9] Yale U.

KIRKWOOD HIGH SCHOOL ❱❱

American Trade School Benedictine College [2] Boston Conservatory at Berklee Bradley U. [2] Butler U. Case Western Reserve U. Clark U. College of Charleston College of Saint Benedict [2] Colorado State U. [2] Columbia College Chicago Columbia U. Concordia U. Chicago Cornell College Cornell U. Dartmouth College DePaul U. [2] Domincan U. [2] Drake U. Drury U. [2] Fontbonne U. Garden City Community College [2] Georgetown U. [2] Goldsmiths, U. of London Greenville U. Grinnell College Harris-Stowe State U. [2] Illinois Wesleyan U. [2] Indiana Tech Indiana U. Bloomington [5] Iowa State U. [4] Jefferson Community College [3] Lindenwood U. Loyola U. Chicago [2] Macalester College Manhattan School of Music Marquette U. Maryville U. [3] McKendree U. Miami Dade College Miami U. Michigan State U. [2] Millikin U. Missouri Southern State U. Missouri State U. [28]

Missouri State U. - West Plains Missouri U. of S&T [12] Moberly Area Community College Columbia Mount Holyoke College New York U. Northern Michigan U. Northwestern U. Nova Southeastern U. Oklahoma City U. Purdue U. [2] Ranken Technical College [5] Regis U. Robert Morris U. Illinois Rockhurst U. [2] Saint Louis U. [3] Savannah College of Art and Design [2] Southeast Missouri State U. [4] Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [6] Southwest Baptist U. [2] St. Louis Community College [73] St. Olaf College State Technical College of Missouri The College of Wooster Trinity U. [2] Truman State U. [16] Tufts U. Tulane U. Tulsa Welding School United States Merchant Marine Academy U. Aberdeen U. Arizona U. Arkansas [4] U. California - Los Angeles U. Dayton [2] U. Delaware U. Denver U. Evansville [2] U. Findlay U. Georgia U. Houston U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign U. Iowa [2] U. Kansas [13] U. Kentucky [2] U. Mississippi [2] U. Missouri - Columbia [51] U. Missouri - Kansas City U. Nebraska - Lincoln U. Northern Colorado [2] U. Notre Dame U. Oklahoma [2] U. Tulsa [2] U. Utah [3] U. Vermont U. Wisconsin - Madison [2] U. Wisconsin - Milwaukee Vanderbilt U. Washington U. in St. Louis [3] Webster U. [11] Western Kentucky U. Westminster College [2] Wheaton College William Jewell College Yale U.

LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL ❱❱

Alabama A&M U. Arizona State U. [2] Berklee College of Music Brandeis U. Brigham Young U. [2] Brown U. Butler U. [2] California Institute of Technology Carleton College Carnegie Mellon U. [2] Case Western Reserve U. [2]

U. Kentucky [5] College of Charleston U. Louisville Colorado College U. Memphis [5] Colorado School of Mines [2] U. Miami Colorado State U. [2] U. Michigan Columbia College Chicago U. Minnesota - Twin Cities The Cooper Union for the U. Mississippi [4] Advancement of Science and Art U. Missouri - Columbia [27] Cornell U. [2] U. Missouri - Kansas City [7] Creighton U. U. Missouri - St. Louis [3] Culver-Stockton College U. Northern Colorado Dartmouth College [2] U. Oregon DePaul U. [4] U. Pennsylvania [2] Drake U. U. Pittsburgh Duke U. Eastern Gateway Community College U. Redlands U. Southern California Elon U. U. Tampa [2] Emory U. U. Tennessee - Knoxville Florida Gulf Coast U. U. Texas - Dallas Florida Institute of Technology U. Toronto Florida State U. U. Tulsa Fontbonne U. U. Wisconsin - Madison [3] George Mason U. Vanderbilt U. [3] Georgia Institute of Technology Wake Forest U. Hamilton College Washington U. in St. Louis [16] Hampton U. Webster U. [4] Hendrix College Wichita State U. Howard U. Yale U. [2] Indiana U. Bloomington [7] Indiana U. - Purdue U. Indianapolis Jefferson Community College Kansas City Art Institute Kenyon College Kingsborough Community College Lindenwood U. [4] Arizona State U. [2] Loyola Marymount U. Arkansas State U. Loyola U. Chicago [2] Auburn U. Loyola U. New Orleans Augustana College Lynn U. [2] Boston U. Marquette U. Brooklyn College Maryville U. [5] California Polytechnic State U. Miami U. [9] Central Methodist U. Michigan State U. Central Washington U. Missouri Baptist U. Clemson U. Missouri State U. [6] Coffeyville Community College Missouri U. of S&T [7] Colorado State U. Missouri Western State U. Columbia College New York U. Conservatory of Recording Arts North Seattle College and Sciences Northeastern U. Cornell U. [2] Northern Kentucky U. DePaul U. [2] Olin College of Engineering Drury U. [2] Piedmont Virginia Community College Eastern Illinois U. Purdue U. [3] Embry-Riddle Aeronautical U. Saint Louis U. [9] Prescott San Diego State U. Emory U. Santa Clara U. Georgia Institute of Technology [2] Santa Monica College [2] Grand Valley State U. Savannah College of Art and Design [3] Greenville U. Southeast Missouri State U. [3] Grinnell College Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale [2] Grove City College Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [2] Indiana State U. Southern Methodist U. Indiana U. Bloomington [7] St. Charles Community College Iowa State U. [4] St. Louis Community College [31] Judson U. Suffolk U. Kansas City Art Institute Swarthmore College Knox College Texas A&M U. Lincoln U. Texas Christian U. [2] Lindenwood U. [3] Trinity College Dublin Lindenwood U. - Belleville Truman State U. [12] Lipscomb U. United States Coast Guard Academy Los Angeles Valley College U. Alabama [4] Loyola U. Chicago [2] U. Alabama - Huntsville Maryville U. [9] U. Arizona [5] Miami U. [2] U. Arkansas [3] Millikin U. [2] U. Central Missouri [2] Missouri Baptist U. [3] U. Chicago [2] Missouri State U. [23] U. Colorado - Boulder [7] Missouri U. of S&T [20] U. Dayton [2] Missouri Western State U. U. Georgia [2] New England Conservatory of Music U. Hawaii - Manoa New York U. [2] U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign [2] North Carolina A&T State U. U. Iowa [3] North Carolina State U. U. Kansas [2] Northern Arizona U.

LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL ❱❱

Northwest Missouri State U. Purdue U. [3] Quincy U. Rockhurst U. Roosevelt U. Saint Louis U. [16] Saint Louis U. - Madrid Samford U. San Diego State U. Savannah College of Art and Design Southeast Missouri State U. [3] Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [4] Southwest Baptist U. Spring Hill College St. Charles Community College St. Francis College St. Louis Community College [68] State Technical College of Missouri Stephens College [2] Texas A&M U. Texas Christian U. Texas Tech U. The College of Wooster The Ohio State U. [5] Trinity U. Truman State U. [6] U. of Alberta U. Arkansas - Little Rock [2] U. Alabama U. Arizona [3] U. Arkansas [6] U. California - Berkeley U. California - Los Angeles U. Central Florida [2] U. Central Missouri [11] U. Chicago U. Florida [2] U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign U. Kansas [14] U. Kentucky [2] U. Mississippi [2] U. Missouri - Columbia [72] U. Missouri - Kansas City [3] U. Missouri - St. Louis [5] U. Montana - Missoula U. Nebraska - Lincoln [3] U. Notre Dame U. Oklahoma U. San Francisco U. South Florida - Tampa U. Southern Indiana U. Tampa U. Tulsa U. Wisconsin - Madison U. Wyoming [2] Washington U. in St. Louis [4] Webster U. [7] Wheaton College Wichita State U. Winthrop U. Woodbury U. Xavier U. Xavier U. of Louisiana

MARQUETTE HIGH SCHOOL ❱❱

Arizona State U. [3] Auburn U. Baylor U. [2] Bradley U. Brandeis U. Brigham Young U. [2] Butler U. [4] California Institute of the Arts [2] California Polytechnic State U. Cedarville U. Charleston Southern U. Clemson U. [4] Colorado State U. Columbia College Columbia College Chicago [3]

Culver-Stockton College Drake U. Drury U. Eastern Kentucky U. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical U. Daytona Beach [3] Emory U. [2] Flagler College Florida State U. Fontbonne U. [2] Greenville U. Harding U. Illinois Wesleyan U. Indiana U. Bloomington [10] Iowa State U. Johns Hopkins U. Kansas City Art Institute Kansas State U. [5] Kirkwood Community College LeMoyne-Owen College Lindenwood U. [8] Loyola U. Chicago [2] Loyola U. New Orleans Maryville U. [14] Miami U. MidAmerica Nazarene U. Minnesota State U. - Mankato Missouri Baptist U. [4] Missouri Southern State U. Missouri State U. [35] Missouri U. of S&T [21] Missouri Western State U. Moraine Valley Community College Murray State U. [2] Northeastern U. Ohio U. [2] Ozarks Technical Community College Palm Beach State College Princeton U. Purdue U. [2] Ranken Technical College [2] Rockhurst U. Rutgers U. - New Brunswick Saint Louis U. [21] Southeast Missouri State U. [7] Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale [2] Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [5] St. Louis College of Pharmacy [2] St. Charles Community College [3] St. Louis Community College [55] Stephens College Texas Christian U. The George Washington U. The Ohio State U. [5] Trinity U. Truman State U. [11] Tulane U. [2] Tulsa Welding School [2] U. Alabama [4] U. Arizona [4] U. Arkansas [7] U. California - Berkeley U. California - San Diego U. Central Florida U. Central Missouri U. Chicago U. Cincinnati [2] U. Colorado - Boulder U. Dayton U. Florida U. Illinois - Chicago U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign [5] U. Iowa [6] U. Kansas [11] U. Kentucky [3] U. Miami [3] U. Michigan [2] U. Minnesota -Twin Cities U. Mississippi [3] U. Missouri - Columbia [72] U. Missouri - Kansas City [3] U. Missouri - St. Louis [2] U. Nebraska - Lincoln U. North Carolina - Chapel Hill

U. Pennsylvania U. South Florida -Tampa U. Southern California U. Texas - Austin U. Tulsa [2] Vanderbilt U. [2] Washington U. in St. Louis [5] Webster U. [4] Western Kentucky U. Westminster College Wheaton College

MICDS ❱❱

Arizona State U. Belmont U. [2] Boston College [4] Boston U. [7] Bucknell U. Carnegie Mellon U. Case Western Reserve U. Chapman U. Clemson U. Colby College [2] College of Charleston College of the Holy Cross Cornell U. Denison U. DePauw U. Elon U. [2] Fordham U. Georgetown U. [4] Georgia Institute of Technology [2] Harvard U. Illinois Wesleyan U. Indiana U. Bloomington [7] Knox College Loyola Marymount U. Loyola U. New Orleans McGill U. Miami U. [4] Morehouse College New York U. [2] Northeastern U. [2] Northwestern U. Nova Southeastern U. Pennsylvania State U. Purdue U. Rhodes College Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Saint Louis U. Santa Clara U. Scripps College Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale Southern Methodist U. [2] Syracuse U. Texas Christian U. [4] The Citadel The George Washington U. The Ohio State U. [3] U. Alabama [2] U. California - Los Angeles U. Central Missouri [2] U. Colorado Boulder [3] U. Edinburgh U. Georgia U. Hartford U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign U. Iowa U. Kansas U. Kentucky U. Miami [2] U. Michigan [4] U. Mississippi [2] U. Missouri - Columbia [2] U. Missouri - Kansas City [4] U. Nebraska - Lincoln U. North Carolina - Chapel Hill [2] U. Richmond [2] U. Southern California [2] U. Texas - Austin U. Tulsa [4] U. Virginia [4] SEPTEMBER 11, 2019 | townandstyle.com

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Culver-Stockton College DePaul U. [2] Drake U. [4] Eastern Illinois U. Florida State U. Fontbonne U. Grand Canyon U. Greenville U. [2] Illinois State U. Indiana State U. Baylor U. Indiana U. Bloomington [5] Boston U. Iowa State U. Bradley U. [3] Kansas City Art Institute Butler U. Lafayette College Columbia College Chicago Lincoln U. Concordia U. - Irvine Lindenwood U. [3] Creighton U. [3] Loyola U. Chicago DePaul U. [2] Maryville U. [10] Drexel U. Miami U. [4] Fordham U. [2] Millikin U. Grinnell College Missouri Baptist U. [4] Howard U. [2] Missouri State U. [7] Illinois Wesleyan U. Missouri U. of S&T [7] Indiana U. Bloomington [3] Monmouth College James Madison U. Oral Roberts U. Kansas State U. Owens Community College Knox College [2] Palm Beach Community College Lake Forest College Palm Beach State College Lindenwood U. Point Loma Nazarene U. Marquette U. [4] Point Park U. Maryville U. [4] Purdue U. [3] Missouri State U. [4] Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Missouri U. of S&T Rochester Institute of Technology Nebraska Wesleyan U. Rockhurst U. [2] Prude U. Saint Louis U. [13] Rockhurst U. [5] Savannah College of Art and Design [4] Rollins College Southeast Missouri State U. [2] Saint Louis U. [9] Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale Santa Clara U. St. Charles Community College [4] School of the Art Institute of Chicago St. Louis Community College [21] Southeast Missouri State U. [4] St. Petersburg College Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [2] Tallahassee Community College Texas Christian U. Texas A&M Community College Trinity U. The Ohio State U. [4] Tufts U. Trevecca Nazarene U. U. Alabama [3] Truman State U. [6] U. Arizona [2] U. Alabama U. Arkansas [4] U. Arizona U. Central Missouri U. Arkansas [2] U. Dayton [6] U. California - Santa Barbara U. Evansville U. Chicago U. Illinois - Urbana-Champaign U. Colorado - Colorado Springs U. Kansas [3] U. Houston U. Missouri - Columbia [32] U. Kansas [5] U. Missouri - Kansas City U. Massachusetts U. Notre Dame U. Michigan [3] U. Puget Sound U. Mississippi U. Rochester U. Missouri - Columbia [40] U. South Carolina U. Missouri - Kansas City [5] U. Southern California U. Missouri - St. Louis [3] U. Southern Indiana U. Notre Dame U. Tampa [2] U. Wisconsin - Madison [2] U. Tulsa Washington U. in St. Louis Villanova U. Webster U. Washington U. in St. Louis [4] Western Kentucky U. Woodbury U. Xavier U. [2] U. Wisconsin - Madison [3] Vanderbilt U. [2] Wake Forest U. [2] Washington U. in St. Louis [7] Webster U. Wellesley College

NERINX HALL ❱❱

Alabama State U. American U. Arizona State U. [3] Auburn U. Baldwin Wallace U. Bellarmine U. [2] Brown U. California State U. - Channel Islands Cebu Doctors’ U. Chamberlain College of Nursing College of Charleston Connecticut College Cornell College

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PARKWAY WEST ❱❱

Arizona State U. [2] Baylor U. Brigham Young U. [5] Arizona State U. [4] Brigham Young U. - Idaho [2] Avila U. Brigham Young U. - Hawaii [2] Ball State U. Butler U. [3] Baylor U. Carnegie Mellon U. Birmingham-Southern College Cedarville U. Bradley U. [2] Clemson U. California Polytechnic State U. Columbia College Chicago [2] Central Methodist U. [2] Columbia U. Colorado State U. [3] Concordia U. Wisconsin Columbia College DePaul U. Columbia College Chicago Fordham U. Culver-Stockton College Des Moines Area Community College Georgia Institute of Technology Georgia State U. Falmouth U. Global College at Long Island U. Fontbonne U. [2]

PARKWAY SOUTH ❱❱ PARKWAY CENTRAL ❱❱

Harding U. Illinois College [3] Illinois Institute of Technology Illinois State U. Indiana U. Bloomington [2] Indiana U. - Purdue U. Indianapolis Iowa State U. [6] Jefferson College Kansas State U. Kent State U. Lindenwood U. [2] Loyola U. Chicago [5] Maryville U. [16] McKendree U. [2] McPherson College Miami U. MidAmerica Nazarene U. Mississippi State U. Missouri Baptist U. [2] Missouri State U. [15] Missouri U. of S&T [4] Murray State U. [2] New York U. North Carolina A&T State U. North Carolina State U. Northern Arizona U. Northwest Missouri State U. [2] Oklahoma City U. Ozarks Technical Community College Park U. Purdue U. [3] Quincy U. [2] Ranken Technical College [3] Rockhurst U. Saint Louis U. [27] Savannah College of Art and Design Southeast Missouri State U. [14] Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale Southern Illinois U. - Edwardsville [5] St. Louis College of Pharmacy [2] St. Louis Community College [92] The George Washington U. Truman State U. [11] U. Alabama [4] U. Arkansas [2] U. California - Berkeley U. Central Missouri [4] U. Dayton U. Evansville U. Kansas [11] U. Minnesota - Twin Cities U. Missouri - Columbia [53] U. Missouri - Kansas City [4] U. Missouri - St. Louis [4] U. Tampa [2] U. Tulsa U. Wisconsin - Madison [2] Valparaiso U. Washington State U. [2] Washington U. in St. Louis [3] Webster U. [7] William Woods U. Xavier U.

Hillsdale College Howard U. Illinois State U. Indiana U. Bloomington [4] Jefferson College Lewis U. Lindenwood U. [6] Lindenwood U. - Belleville Lipscomb U. Loyola U. Chicago [3] Loyola U. New Orleans [2] Marian U. Maryville U. [8] Miami U. [4] Missouri Baptist U. [4] Missouri Southern State U. Missouri State U. [30] Missouri U. of S&T [13] MurrayState U. North Central College Ohio Wesleyan U. Palm Beach Atlantic U. Quincy U. Ranken Technical College [5] Rhodes College Rockford U. Rutgers U. - New Brunswick Saint Louis U. [6] Savannah College of Art and Design Atlanta Southeast Missouri State U. Southern Illinois U. - Carbondale [2] Southern Methodist U. Southwest Baptist U. St. Louis College of Pharmacy [2] St. Louis Community College [42] St. Olaf College St. Petersburg College [2] Texas Southern U. The George Washington U. Truman State U. [4] U. Arkansas [3] U. Central Arkansas U. Colorado - Boulder U. Evansville U. Iowa [3] U. Kansas [9] U. Louisville [2] U. Minnesota - Twin Cities U. Mississippi U. Missouri - Columbia [35] U. Missouri - Kansas City [8] U. Missouri - St. Louis [5] U. Oklahoma [2] U. Rochester U. Southern California U. Tulsa [5] U. Utah U. Wisconsin - Madison [2] Utah State U. Vanderbilt U. Virginia Tech Washington U. in St. Louis [2] Webster U. [6] West Virginia U. Westminster College William Jewell College Xavier U.

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U. Dayton [6] U. Evansville U. Iowa [2] U. Kansas [5] U. Michigan U. Mississippi [6] U. Missouri - Columbia [35] U. Missouri - St. Louis [7] U. Mount Union U. Nebraska - Omaha U. Notre Dame [7] U. Pennsylvania U. Southern California [2] U. Tulsa [6] U. Virginia [2] U. Wisconsin - Madison [4] Wake Forest U. Washington U. in St. Louis [4] Western Illinois U. Xavier U. [2] Yale U.

THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL❱❱ Boston College Cornell College Haverford College Kenyon College Quest U. Canada Rice U. U. Kansas U. Wisconsin Washington U. in St. Louis Williams College

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WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ❱❱ Arizona State U. Auburn U. [3] Baylor U. [4] Belmont U. [3] Boyce College Bradley U. [2] Butler U. [2] Calvin College Clemson U. Covenant College [2] Drake U. [2] Elon U. Grand Canyon U. [2] Hope College Indiana U. Bloomington [2] Jackson State U. [3] Lindenwood U. [2] Loyola U. Chicago [2] Marquette U. Maryville U. [2] Messiah College Miami U. Michigan State U. Millikin U. Missouri Baptist U. [2] Missouri State U. [7] Missouri U. of S&T [8] Northeastern U. Oral Roberts U. Pennsylvania State U. [2] Ranken Technical College Ringling College of Art and Design Rockhurst U. Saint Louis U. [5] Skidmore College Southeast Missouri State U. [10] Southern Methodist U. [2] St. Charles Community College St. Louis Community College [2]

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by dr. tim jordan IF YOU HAVE AN INTENSE, strong-minded child, you might

need help teaching them anger management tools. I use the metaphor of boiling water to help kids become aware of their angry or frustrated feelings and learn how to manage them.

Show your child a pot of water on a stove and tell her to notice how the water looks when the dial is at zero: calm and still. Ask her what she looks and feels like when she is at a zero emotionally: probably calm, relaxed, patient and open.

When you turn the dial up to four, the water starts getting hot and begins to bubble, but as soon as you turn it back to zero, it quickly cools. Then, ask your child what she looks like when she is beginning to ‘bubble.’ She might describe feeling tense in her hands, jaw or all over her body, and feeling frustrated or angry. But if she can remove herself from the situation and use a self-quieting tool, it doesn’t take long to cool off.

When you turn the dial up to seven or eight, the water starts to boil and takes longer to return to its quiet state. The same goes for kids’ behavior. At a seven or eight, they might start yelling, stomping around or arguing, and it takes them longer to calm down once at this point. Finally, when you turn the burner up to a 10, the water eventually boils over the top of the pot, making a mess. The same goes for their behavior.

Kids will yell, say hurtful things they really don’t mean, break things, slam doors or hit people. Some kids might require 30 to 60 minutes to settle down.

Here’s the key: Kids need to notice when they are first starting to bubble and be willing to remove themselves from the situation and use a technique to quiet themselves down.

Their bodies provide wonderful signals when they are starting to go up the ladder of emotions: their muscles might get tense, they might clench their teeth, or they might become extremely agitated. Therefore, body awareness is a crucial first step to preventing full-blown tantrums. Ask permission to let them know when you notice signs of them beginning to ‘bubble.’

Then encourage them to have some alone time to quiet down.

Tools that help both kids and adults self-calm include coloring, drawing, writing in a journal, playing an instrument, reading, writing stories or poems about your feelings, spending time in nature, and repeating a positive mantra. These are healthy ways to express and channel emotions before they build to an overwhelming state. It helps if kids and their parents practice these tools on a regular basis, not just during crises.

Kids will feel empowered knowing they can recognize their anger or frustration and they have the tools to deal with it. They are no longer at the mercy of their emotions, and any moments of anger become short-lived and manageable. & TIM JORDAN, M.D., IS A BEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICIAN WHO WORKS WITH GIRLS IN GRADE SCHOOL THROUGH COLLEGE IN HIS COUNSELING PRACTICE AND CAMPS. HIS NEWEST BOOK IS LETTERS FROM MY GRANDFATHER: TIMELESS WISDOM FOR A LIFE WORTH LIVING. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT DRTIMJORDAN.COM.

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ADEN BLACK, LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 〉〉 ST. LOUIS IS A CITY WITH A RICH MUSICAL HISTORY, a legacy that continues thanks to students like Aden Black. The Lafayette senior is a member of the school’s rock band and is lead singer for the School of Rock Ballwin house band, performing around the city at venues like Delmar Hall and Old Rock House—and that’s not counting her work as a backup vocalist for other local groups!

What is your favorite thing about performing?

The crowd interaction. I love when I really get into a song, and everyone in the audience feels it, too. They can sing along, and I can reach out and grab their hands. It’s an amazing feeling of acceptance and love. You really are like a rock star; it’s complete and total awesomeness.

Have you always been interested in music?

I started violin in fourth grade, and my interest developed naturally from there thanks to music class and choir. I’m not only interested in rock; I like performing more classical music, too. I still play violin with the school orchestra and am also part of the guitar ensemble.

What about rock music specifically appeals to you?

Around middle school, my music tastes shifted to more alternative, so it’s a genre I enjoy listening to. I was drawn to performing it when I didn’t make it into the contemporary choir at school. I was looking for another option and found there were more singing opportunities, including the rock band. I really like the performance style of rock. I get to be loose on stage and dance, but it’s not complicated choreography. More than any other genre I’ve performed, I get to be myself during a song.

This summer, you interned with Gaslight Studio?

The big word I have for the experience is enlightening. I have been performing for a few years, but I’d never been part of the production side before. It was really cool to see the steps it takes to make a song into a finished piece. I write songs of my own, so I was familiar with that part of the process, but it was great to learn about recording and editing. There is a lot of thought that goes into each part, and it was a really big learning experience for me.

Is the technical side something that interests you?

Definitely. I want music production to be in my future, but I also want to continue performing.

It would be awesome to write and produce my own songs.

What are some of your other hobbies?

I’m really interested in makeup and fashion.

I love the online beauty community, and I learn a lot of techniques that I can use when creating looks for the stage. Outside of music, clothing is a way I express myself.

I always try to wear something that goes beyond just a T-shirt and jeans.

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAVVY ▶ I am a busy mom of three, and my youngest just started school.

I thought things would get easier around here, but I’m feeling overwhelmed and finding it hard to get motivated. Tips? beth Every parenting phase has its own exhausting challenges.

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As you know by now, you’re naturally better at some phases than others. The mom who is great at managing the Girl Scout cookie drive may not be so good at wrangling all 25 scouts. Have a little grace with yourself as you traverse your kids’ ages and stages. In the areas where you don’t feel like you measure up, hang out with people who can help you see the humor in the chaos.

jill I think you’re showing signs of burnout, which the World Health Organization just officially named as a bona fide health issue. We think of it as a workplace problem. But, your home is your workplace. The demands can be overwhelming. Get a group of other moms together to read and discuss the fantastic book, Mommy Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children in the Process by Dr. Sheryl Ziegler. It could be powerful medicine for you.

▶ My college daughter texts me daily with every single dilemma and challenge in her life. My husband says it’s too much and she needs to figure stuff out for herself. I want to be supportive.

Who’s right? jill This might be a great time to wean you and your daughter off

the constant contact (and strengthen her problem-solving skills in the process). Try this: When you get a text asking for your help, say, “What are your best ideas to solve this?” Then, let her know you’ll get back to her in a few hours to see how it’s going. Inserting a pause before you jump in with an answer will fortify her confidence (even if she freaks out a little at first).

beth It’s so easy to fall into the trap of becoming your child’s ‘college

concierge.’ A couple of texts here and a few questions there all seem innocent enough, but the risk is that your daughter will begin to rely on you, rather than on herself, to handle all of life’s little complexities.

Think about it: Who wouldn’t love their very own well-trained and wildly dedicated problem-solver? There is a fine line between being a supportive parent and over-parenting. You need to find that line so your daughter can fail safely in college, rather than have you make college fail-safe.

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IT WAS ROUTINE BLOOD TESTS THAT BROUGHT KARL REINLEIN to the Saint Louis University Liver Center. His results showed increased levels of liver enzymes, which led to a diagnosis of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). For many people, the condition doesn’t cause any problems, but Reinlein had nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a more serious form of the disease that can cause liver failure. A transplant was necessary, and this month, he is looking forward to celebrating the first anniversary of his successful surgery.

Before beginning treatment, Reinlein consulted multiple nationally renowned liver centers.

He found that the credentials of Saint Louis University met or exceeded those of much larger institutions, and the personal attention he received was unparalleled. “The quality of care, skill and compassion of the doctors and medical staff has been excellent,” he says. “I couldn’t have asked for a better group to work with.” The center is dedicated to diagnosing and treating all forms of liver disease and is a national leader in research and clinical trials.

Diagnoses like Reinlein’s are not uncommon. It is estimated that one-third of adults have a fatty liver, and because of the symptomless nature of the disease, most are unaware they have it, says SLUCare physician Dr. Brent Tetri. Around 3% of people with NAFLD have NASH, which can lead to harmful scarring on the liver called cirrhosis. “The prevalence of NASH has increased over time, and the number of people needing transplants has skyrocketed,” Tetri notes.

Reinlein was lucky to receive a transplant. Dr. Mustafa Nazzal, a SLUCare transplant surgeon, notes that around 8,000 liver transplants are performed every year, but more than 13,000 patients are on the wait list at any time. “People are losing their lives to liver disease because there aren’t enough organs,” he notes, adding that the problem is not only due to a lack of donors. “We have to reject 10% of the organs we look at for transplants. If the liver is fatty, it won’t perform well after the surgery, and the same is true of organs from people of an advanced age.”

Currently, the SLU Liver Center is conducting research to increase the donor pool. Scientists use a normothermic perfusion pump to study organs that have been rejected for transplant. The unique technology recreates the conditions of a living human body and allows researchers to directly test the liver. “We’re hoping to develop medications that can improve the quality of donated organs and also reduce the amount of fat in living patients,” Nazzal explains.

Groundbreaking research like this is supported by Friends of the SLU Liver Center. The nonprofit, founded by patients and community members in 2003, has raised more than $4.6 million, which allows researchers to apply for external funding. The current return on investment is $16 for every $1 donated. On Oct. 26, the Friends group will host its 17th annual Diamonds Gala at The Chase Park Plaza. The evening includes a cocktail CH AM PI ON S reception, dinner and live auction. “We are so grateful for our donors,” Tetri FO R CH AN GE says. “Their generosity supports talented investigators who are studying all forms of liver disease.” & SPEC IAL SECT ION

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FRIENDS OF THE SLU LIVER CENTER’S 17TH ANNUAL DIAMONDS GALA OCT. 26 AT THE CHASE PARK PLAZA SUPPORTS GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH TO TREAT AND CURE LIVER DISEASE. PICTURED ON THE COVER: DR. CHINTALAPATI VARMA, KARL AND KATHY REINLEIN, DR. BRENT TETRI, DR. MUSTAFA NAZZAL. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.576.3078 OR VISIT FRIENDSOFTHESLULC.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER | COVER PHOTO BY BILL BARRETT

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Book Smarts: The Novel Neighbor Turns Noble

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if you put together all that you’ve heard about the importance of childhood literacy, you could fill … well, a book. There is no denying how crucial the issue is, especially when socioeconomic barriers limit children’s access to important resources. The Novel Neighbor, an independent bookstore in Webster Groves, knows the power of a good book and is dedicated to sparking the joy of reading in everyone. Now, it is extending its reach with the launch of The Noble Neighbor, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing books and author visits to students in underserved schools.

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Owner Holland Saltsman says the inspiration for the organization came from her experience planning author visits at local schools. While the visits themselves are free, she quickly realized that publishers only send authors to schools where the students can afford to buy the books. “We had a couple of authors who specifically wanted to visit underserved schools,” she says. “To do that, we had to find sources to provide books to the students.”

This spring, The Novel Neighbor also hosted the OMG BookFest, a national interactive event aimed at middle school readers, at the Ladue Fifth Grade Center. Part of its role as host was raising $10,000 to ensure every child who attended left with a book. Between this event and seeking underwriting for author visits, Saltsman was becoming well-versed in the business of fundraising. Her idea for creating The Noble Neighbor seemed realistic.

So, what was the next step? Consulting a book, naturally. She picked up one about starting a nonprofit, and everything fell into place.

She was granted 501(c)(3) status, and the organization’s sole purpose is to provide author visits and free books to students who otherwise would not get the opportunity.

Saltsman notes that both are key to motivating children to read more. “When students meet authors, they are seeing a possibility,” she says. “They learn about the

creativity and imagination behind writing, and authors often share stories about their own struggles in school. When students hear about experiences similar to their own, they realize they can succeed as well.” The visits also spark excitement about the authors’ books and increase kids’ motivation to read outside of school.

Author Margaret Stohl speaks to local students.

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fans attended. “If you had told me five years ago that we would have an event that big, I wouldn’t have believed you,” she says.

To celebrate its anniversary, The Novel Neighbor is hosting fun activities during store hours Sept. 28. Kids can enjoy special crafts, meet some of their favorite storybook characters and dress as their favorite Dav Pilkey characters for a costume contest.

For adults, there will be special giveaways, neighborhood-themed cocktails and trivia.

“We certainly hope people come to celebrate with us,” Saltsman says. “We’re thankful for the tremendous amount of support the city has shown us. After five years, we’re still growing and looking for more ways to reach the community.”

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When students meet authors, they are seeing a possibility.

The nonprofit is just one part of the The Novel Neighbor’s growth. This month is its fifth anniversary. “Our goal was to open an independent bookstore that could serve as a community meeting place,” Saltsman says, adding that the store has been able to do much more. Since it opened, it has helped bring notable authors and public figures to St. Louis, including Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Recently, Saltsman brought Dav Pilkey, author of the Captain Underpants and Dog Man series, to Chaifetz Arena, and more than 5,000

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Each year in St. Louis, thousands of kids need medical care for illnesses and injuries, and many are from families with limited resources. It may seem like such an overwhelming issue that one individual couldn’t possibly have any impact. But that’s not the case at all, says Sandy Koller, president of SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Foundation, which supports SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. She says St. Louisans can make a real difference for pediatric patients simply by purchasing and using a Glennon Card, part of an innovative shopping program that offers discounts at hundreds of area retailers and restaurants.

From Oct. 18 through 27, the card is good for 20% off purchases at more than 350 shops, salons and eateries. Koller says merchants get excited about the program each year, and they stock up to get ready for it. The discount is not limited to one purchase or a certain set of items—it’s good on regularly priced merchandise at participating stores, and some businesses even promote it ahead of time to get St. Louisans in the mood to save. “This period tends to be one of our retailers’ busiest times of the year,” Koller notes. “They bring in additional merchandise because they know Glennon Card shoppers will be out in force, looking for new things for the fall.”

This year, it’s easier than ever to participate in the program, which is presented by Edward Jones.

Besides the traditional printed Glennon Card for $60, now there is a digital smartphone version for $50. When you visit glennoncard.org, you can choose the printed version or a downloadable card image to show at the register. “It’s easy to order as a gift, too,” Koller adds. “The best part is, all proceeds go directly to the hospital’s funded programs. The most efficient way to use the card is to visit the website, sort the vendors by what you want to buy, and map out the retailers and restaurants you choose.”

Koller notes that since the Glennon Card launched in 2011, it has raised more than $1.5 million.

Each year, the funds benefit different hospital initiatives, like the Footprints program, a network of palliative care services for children with life-threatening conditions. It addresses the needs of the patient and the family, helping to make end-of-life transitions easier. “Footprints provides care coordination, emotional support and other services for these families,” Koller notes. “It takes a lot of anxiety and pressure off of them at a difficult time. The program is especially important for patients with complex cases who are seeing multiple specialists.”

According to Koller, the growth and popularity of the Glennon Card are proof it is making a significant difference in the lives of children and families. “We have more participating retailers than ever, both national and local, and many of them come back year after year,” she says. “They love supporting a worthy cause and helping customers get a jump on their holiday shopping.

In fact, without the Glennon Card, some of our important hospital initiatives wouldn’t exist. The program works because St. Louisans get great discounts on products and services, and kids at Cardinal Glennon benefit from exceptional health care.”

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The IPHF will honor this year’s class of inductees at its 2019 Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Ceremony Nov. 1 at the .ZACK building.

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Our 65th birthday weekend includes the Pioneer Spirit Gala Sept. 21 at The Ritz-Carlton and a birthday concert Sept. 22 at The Sheldon. Both feature country music legend Marty Stuart. Find out more at ninenet.org/gala.

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Celebrate our 25th anniversary Sept. 13 through 15 on Historic Main Street. Enjoy more than 16 art media from invited and juried artists from across the U.S., along with live entertainment, art activities for children and more!

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Some things can stand the test of time, like St. Louis’ iconic Union Station, celebrating 125 years. Or a well-curated closet, full of pieces that last beyond ever-changing trends. Flip through to see looks for fall that will be ageless—-and make you feel the same.

GO WITH THE FLOW. Fun, feminine and flirty Alice + Olivia ‘Katz’ snakeskin maxi skirt, $485 from Saks Fifth Avenue Alice + Olivia ‘Amalia’ mock-neck tank, $225, Louise et Cie ‘Hanabeth’ pump, $119.95; both from Nordstrom at West County Center  Hair tie, $5.99 from H&M at West County Center  Earrings and necklace, model’s own

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Lip liner is back. But instead of mismatching frosted pink lipstick with a dark liner, the newest iteration of the trend is a bit more subdued. MAC’S LIP PENCIL IN OAK is the perfect neutral liner to emphasize any nude lipstick. It provides longlasting color and also can double as a full lip pencil if you so choose. Options are what it’s about, ladies! $18, MAC AT PLAZA FRONTENAC

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Ann Clark presents the fall collection of Gramercy Atelier from New York at The Roost. Trunk shows are from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 23 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO GO to the Boathouse

in Forest Park to sit on the patio for a meal or just a drink. Finally, this year on my birthday, I did it. The experience was as memorable as I thought it would be. There was simply something mesmerizing about the idyllic scene before me—a lake, tall fountain grasses, ducks, cranes. I don’t know if all visitors react this way, but I felt like I was channeling a time when the major form of recreation for St. Louisans was spending the entire day in a setting just like the one I was staring at. When people laid claim to a patch of city park to enjoy their free time amid a natural outdoor setting. That was, of course, well before cell phones, video games and cable TV. More than anything, I enjoyed staring out at the water with its occasional paddle boater and dreaming of what the park and its inhabitants were like, once upon a time. I wasn’t nostalgic for the good old days so much as stunned by how much had changed in what is really a very short time. Not so long ago, say in the 1950s, American role models were the Cleavers, not the Kardashians. A barbecue or picnic at Forest Park provided a whole day’s activity. Imagine it: lounging, tossing the ball, boating, playing tag and red rover, and just generally laughing with family. Today, eating lakeside and paddle boating in the park are considered quaint; you do them maybe once a year as a novelty, to see what it’s like.

Interestingly, there has been a boathouse (not the one there now) in Forest Park since the park’s creation in 1894. Probably because people liked to fish and to explore the 22 acres of waterway fanning around the two islands. For us non-Victorians, I highly recommend sitting on the patio and just enjoying the view—like me, perhaps you’ll think about what life was like for those St. Louisans 125 years ago. Be forewarned: the wait for dinner might run up to an hour. But even that can be a congenial time when your kids (and dogs) romp around playing with those of other families. The little ones will have fun feeding the ducks, and in summer, you might catch a concert on the dock—for free! Also free: pastoral views, frogs, egrets, kingfishers and dragonflies.

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FRESH VIBE WEST COUNTY CENTER by julia m. johnson MANY REPORTS ABOUT THE RETAIL INDUSTRY have a similar message these

days: Shopping centers are struggling, longtime brands are folding and stores are going out of business. But the current climate is actually one of the reasons West County Center stands out, according to marketing director Sean Phillips. Because of its central location off I-270, variety of popular stores and visible role as a community partner, the shopping destination is bucking industry trends and looking toward a bright future, he says.

West County Center has a reputation for embracing the region’s philanthropic efforts.

Phillips and his staff believe that retail success isn’t just founded on buying and selling goods; it’s about being a caring member of the community. Each month, proceeds from special events and promotions support a different local nonprofit or cause.

The mall also draws consumers in with innovative shopping experiences. This season, its theme is ‘Beauti-Fall,’ encompassing everything from eye-catching clothing and accessories to entertaining events. There’s always something new and different going on, and that sense of freshness is as appealing to retailers as it is to consumers, Phillips says. Brian Smith, director of retail operations for the K. Hall Designs home and body products company, is launching a 1,200-square-foot pop-up shop near Nordstrom and says he has high expectations. “We looked at retail areas around St. Louis and decided this would be a good opportunity for us,” he says. “It’s a great location, and there will be a lot of foot traffic close to the department store. This is perfect timing for fall gift shopping, too.” Smith says the company may consider making the store permanent if future plans allow.

Phillips says there are a number of other new retailers, and several more have made additions and improvements. Rachel’s Best Soaps and CBD American Shaman are now open and selling personal care products, and new clothing and accessory

RACHEL’S BEST SOAPS IS NOW OPEN ON LEVEL 1.

stores include Camille la Vie and Macy’s Backstage. Lululemon recently expanded, and Auntie Anne’s Pretzels and Hollister have been completely remodeled. Bath & Body Works also has been renovated and is adding a White Barn Candle store-withina-store, and Nordstrom recently introduced Charlotte Tilbury beauty products. For added convenience, shoppers now can enjoy free Wi-Fi. West County Center has plenty for the younger set, too. One of its most attractive options is Sweet & Sassy, a spa, salon and party destination for kids. It’s been a fixture in the mall for a decade, and owner Jen LoGrasso says the location has provided a major boost to her business. “We are one of the few Sweet & Sassy franchises located in a mall, and we are consistently the top-selling store,” she says. “The high foot traffic is a main reason for our success.” Kids can come in for haircuts and styling, manicures, pedicures, makeovers, special events and other fun experiences. There is a stage with a disco ball for dress-up fashion shows, and a hot pink stretch limousine delivers party guests to the store in style. This autumn, the shop is holding themed activities related to the JoJo Siwa concert at Chaifetz Arena and the latest sequels to Disney’s Descendants and Frozen movies. “We also have new merchandise for fall, including spa wraps and princess dresses,” LoGrasso says. “We try to carry fun items you won’t find elsewhere.”

Phillips says that while the retail industry has its ups and downs, it also is flexible, innovative and resilient. “Whenever one door closes, a window opens, creating opportunities for other retailers,” he says. “A lot of chains are thriving and growing, and West County Center is proud to be part of that.” &

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HUMMUS & BABA GANOUSH ▶ $5.95 each

Even if you are tired of these staples, order them here. Their bright, clean flavors say ‘freshly made just a few hours ago.’ And they come with the most amazing house-baked naan, soft and chewy in wonderfully misshapen, large, bulbous discs.

SULTAN MEDITERRANEAN first impression » What a fabulous new spot! Located in The Grove, Sultan has elevated

Middle Eastern cuisine with an array of exciting (and largely unfamiliar) offerings. Most of us haven’t sipped Leben or nibbled on Munto. Everything I had was amazing and delicately seasoned with sumac or mint. The spacious corner spot is tastefully done in warm woods, and the tables are not on top of each other. Plus, our servers on both occasions were efficient and friendly.

SULTAN PILAU ▶ $14.95 This dish steals the show. The impressive volcano of rice, garbanzo beans, Marcona almonds, raisins and slivered lamb shank is baked inside a shell made of phyllo sheets.

Crack it with your fork, and the riches come spilling out, hot and delicious. Its earthy taste of sumac stands up well to the savory lamb. As if that isn’t impressive enough, it comes with little saucers of a shaved cucumber and yogurt mixture tinged with garlic and a raw salad of chopped cucumber, onion and tomatoes.

DOLMA ▶ $8 The vegetarian option elevates stuffed grape leaves into a satisfying entrée.

There must have been about 30 of the tangy little rolls, slick with olive oil and artfully stacked around a chunk of similarly stuffed zucchini and a stuffed tomato.

Wash It Down:

No alcohol here, but they have an amazing lemonade with fresh mint ($2), as well as pomegranate juice and Middle Eastern teas and coffees.

Pilau Rice with Chicken Kabob: Basmati rice with lentils, onions and almonds served with salad

SAFFRON CURRY ▶ $13.95 Do not pass up this entrée offered with chicken, beef or shrimp (my pick). The orange sauce melts in your mouth, releasing exotic Middle Eastern flavors mixed with rich cream.

It is faintly spicy, but the heat is tempered by the cream— and by a mound of rice and the classic raw mix of onions, cukes and tomatoes.

LAHMAGEEN ▶ $7.95

The Mediterranean-style ‘pizza’ comes with a spread of ground beef-laced tomato sauce topping a flattened naan. Instead of mozzarella, a drizzle of fresh yogurt completes the dish.

Warning: It’s spicy!

PISTACHIO CUSTARD ▶ $4 One of only three desserts, this is positively orgasmic, so don’t miss it. It’s like a cup of melted pistachio ice cream, topped with more cream and crushed pistachios. There is enough of it to share.

overall » This is a wonderful addition to our dining scene.

Sultan has it all: fresh, inventive food; generous portions; friendly service; a pleasant atmosphere; and attractive prices.

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Korean barbecue fans now have a fast-casual option in The Loop at 571 Melville Ave. BoB.Q, from the team behind Wudon in Creve Coeur, offers rice bowls with four protein options and sides like cabbage kimchi, dumplings and miso soup. … Chateau Maplewood, located at 7326 Manchester Road, is the perfect destination for aspiring sommeliers. The wine shop includes a bar that serves drinks and a small menu of cheese, charcuterie and light salads. … The owners of El Burro Loco have opened another colorful Mexican spot.

La Bamba is located downtown at 1010 Lucas Ave. … After a long wait, Up-Down arcade bar is open in the Central West End at 405 N. Euclid Ave. Guests can enjoy one of the 90 craft brews on tap, grab a slice of pizza, and play vintage arcade games, pinball, SkeeBall and more. … Wellspent Brewing Company in Midtown has closed. It opened in March 2018.

BAILEYS’ RESTAURANTS is continuing to grow with its eighth venture. Knockout BBQ opens this month in the same space as Rooster on South Grand Boulevard. Executive chef AJ Benga created a menu of traditional offerings like Texas brisket and Carolina pulled pork mixed with unique vegetarian options and globally inspired specials. … From Italian to Latin American, restaurant power couple MIKE AND LIZ RANDOLPH have tackled a variety of cuisines.

Their newest eatery is barbecue.

Slated to open later this year at 7359 Forsyth Blvd., Original J’s Tex-Mex Barbecue will focus on Texas-style meat, specifically beef, served on its own or as the base for tacos, bowls and other dishes. The menu also will include healthier, nontraditional sides.

A PLACE AT THE TABLE

Another local culinary couple is cooking up something new.

MICHAEL AND TARA GALLINA, co-owners of the acclaimed Vicia, have purchased Winslow’s Home in University City. The Gallinas plan to embrace the neighborhood farm-to-table focus, but will bring their own unique touch, starting with a name change. Winslow’s Home will operate until October, when it will close before reopening in November as Winslow’s Table.

THE PURR-FECT PLACE 〉〉 Grab a cup of coffee and visit feline friends at The Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe. Located in Benton Park at 1926 Cherokee St., the cafe gives guests the opportunity to visit with adoptable pets from local animal rescue organizations like Stray Rescue and the APA. The animals are kept separate from the main cafe area, and time with them can be booked online for $5 an hour. For hands-off time with the cats, large windows allow for observation while enjoying coffee drinks and baked goods.

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THE ST. LOUIS GATEWAY REGIONALS were held in August. The tournament was

well-attended and even attracted some international experts. Many District 8 and Unit 143 players acquitted themselves well. This month’s hand demonstrates the added edge top-level players create for themselves.

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THE PLAY 1. ♣ Ace by West, North the 10, East the 7, trumped by Declarer.

2. ♥ 4 to Dummy’s Ace, everyone follows.

3. ♦ 3 from Dummy, 5 by East, Declarer the Ace, and West the 8.

4. ♥ 4 from Declarer to Dummy’s King, West the ♣ 6, and East follows with a ♥.

5. The ♣ 9 is trumped by Declarer.

6. Declarer cashes four ♠s and discards a ♦ from hand.

7. With all suits but ♦s eliminated, Declarer led the ♦ 4, taken by East’s King.

8. East had no choice but to lead a ♣ and give Declarer a ruff/sluff for the 12th trick.

NOTE: East could have played the ♦ King the first time ♦s were played, avoiding the honor doubleton endplay. The difference between the super expert and we mere mortals? The expert led the ♦ to the Ace early. Had he waited until the other suits were eliminated, then played the ♦ Ace, East could have figured out what was going on and discarded the ♦ King, thereby avoiding the endplay.

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STAGE PRODUCTIONS try to modernize Shakespeare’s ideas and characters with new-age costumes and multimedia effects, but I think his tales are timeless enough that they still translate well with traditional clothing, music and scenery. Insight Theatre’s current production of Shakespeare in Love, directed by Suki Peters and based on the film by the same name, does an admirable job of incorporating the theme of Romeo & Juliet into a humorous but moving stage production. And because the costumes, music and props are period-appropriate, you get an idea of what life (and love) might actually have been like for the 16th-century playwright.

The story opens in London, where Shakespeare is struggling to find his muse. When he meets the beautiful Viola de Lesseps at a party, inspiration returns—much like when Romeo spies Juliet for the first time across a crowded room. There are serious obstacles to their love, however; Shakespeare is married, and Viola is about to be. Her father has promised her to the obnoxious, overbearing Lord Wessex, who plans to spirit her away to Virginia as soon as the wedding is over.

The dutiful daughter agrees to the match, but first she steals a few trysts with the playwright who has captured her heart. Englishwomen of the time were not allowed to perform on stage, so Viola’s devoted nurse (Michelle Hand) helps her dress as a young man to join the cast of Romeo & Juliet. The experience fulfills Viola’s lifelong dream of acting and allows her to spend some final moments with her secret love.

Aaron Dodd and Gwendolyn Wotawa fill the story’s main roles with a good deal of passion and humor, and audiences will recognize Nine Network’s Ruth Ezell as Mistress Quickly and a chorus member. The most striking thing about the overall narrative is how skillfully it weaves the story line of Romeo & Juliet into Will and Viola’s own relationship.

Some scene changes are accomplished by the cast wheeling a large, curtained doorway around the stage. The effect is a bit choppy and distracting, but otherwise, the story moves at a fresh pace that the audience can follow. The film version of Shakespeare in Love is one of my all-time favorites, and it was fun to experience a theatrical take on this clever story.

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BY JULIA M. JOHNSON

Your eyes are amazing organs that allow you to work, play, create and experience the world around you. That’s why keeping them healthy is so important. Especially as you get older, proper care can prevent health and vision problems or catch issues early on. Here are some ‘insights’ into what makes the eye such a fascinating, complex and delicate part of the body.

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Presbyopia is a near-vision condition tied to aging, and it can happen fairly suddenly, according to Dr. Julia Pulliam, a Washington University optometrist. “Some people realize one day that they can’t focus clearly on a book, phone or other close object,” she says. “They have to hold items at a distance in order to see them.” She says that by your early 40s, the eyes’ lenses start to lose their flexibility and ability to focus up close, especially in low light.

The condition tends to worsen with age, so it’s important to have your eyes checked regularly to find out if you need vision correction (or a prescription update).

If you’re experiencing presbyopia, the good news is, you have some options to correct it. Pulliam says most people choose glasses with ‘no-line’ progressive lenses to help them see both near and far. “These lenses have been around for a while, and they work well because they give you a natural range of vision,” she explains. “You need different amounts of magnification to see different things, whether it’s a prescription label or a highway sign. The closer an object is, the more power you need.”

Some patients with presbyopia opt for traditional bifocals or trifocals with lines instead of progressives, and others choose laser vision correction. There are a number of options because each patient’s needs are unique, Pulliam says. A minimally invasive surgical procedure or special contact lenses may help as well.

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COLOR WHEEL

 Your eye color is actually the hue of your iris, a round structure surrounding the pupil.  The iris usually is blue, brown, hazel or green.  Your eye color is unique to you. A sibling may have the same color, but his or her irises will have different characteristics.  Eye color is associated with genes involved in the production, transport and storage of a brown pigment called melanin. Brown eyes have more melanin in the iris, and blue eyes have less.  Some people have different-colored eyes (heterochromia), which can be caused by genetic changes, problems during eye development, disease or injury. Famous people with the condition include the late musician David Bowie, actress Jane Seymour and baseball player Max Scherzer.

 The iris color a child will have usually can be predicted by looking at the parents’ eye colors, but genetic variations can produce unexpected results (like a brown-eyed child from blue-eyed parents).  Most babies are born with blue eyes that darken in the first three years of life.  A different-colored ring around the iris, known as a corneal arcus, may be a sign of high cholesterol but doesn’t affect vision or cause harm to the eye.

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EYE FLOATERS

Floaters are spots that show up in your field of vision, often appearing like specks, strings or cobwebs. They can be either harmless or a cause for concern. Many times, age-related changes in the eye are to blame, so it’s important to visit a doctor if you notice them.

“Floaters are not always a sign of something bad; in fact, they are very common as we age,” says Dr. Jeffrey Weaver, an optometrist at Optical Expressions. “The vitreous humor that fills the eye becomes more liquid as you get older. Small clumps of collagen move around and cast shadows on the retina, and you see them as floaters.”

Sometimes, though, they can signal a more serious issue. “A large number of new floaters, especially with light flashes, could be caused by a retinal detachment,” Weaver says. “If you experience an episode of this, you should get a dilated eye exam immediately.”

Usually, floaters are small and don’t interfere much with vision. But sometimes, a large part of the vitreous humor separates from the retina, causing a central floater called a posterior vitreous detachment (PVD).

“Unless these cause a tear in the retina, they generally are not serious, though they are more noticeable than small floaters,” Weaver explains.

“There are treatments for floaters and PVD, but the risks usually outweigh the benefits.”

SUNGLASSES: THE FACTS ☛

The eyes are particularly sensitive structures, so protecting them from ultraviolet light is very important year-round.

Wearing proper sunglasses can help keep your eyes and the delicate skin around them healthy.

Many different types of sunglasses are available, but look for a label that says ‘UV400.’ This means the glasses block up to 100% of ultraviolet light.

You can’t really judge sunglasses by price.

Some are expensive but don’t do a very good job of blocking UV rays.

Lens color or darkness does not make a difference in the effectiveness of sunglasses. UV400 protection is the most important consideration.

Kids need proper sunglasses, too.

In addition to a good pair of sunglasses, protect your eyes and eyelids with a wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen.

Limit sun exposure, especially at midday.

Certain medications like tetracycline, doxycycline and sulfa drugs can increase your eyes’ sensitivity to UV radiation.

Some contact lenses come with UV protection, but that only applies to a small area of your cornea.

You still need good sunglasses!

Wraparound sunglasses with side panels can provide even greater protection for your eyes and the skin around them.

Sunglasses are important for activities like skiing and beachgoing to protect against glare from water, sand and snow.

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OCULAR MIGRAINES Many people are familiar with migraine headaches, which can cause severe pain, nausea and light sensitivity. However, there’s another kind of migraine— the ocular migraine—that may be less common or well known. Ocular migraines are not related to eye floaters, but they also cause disturbances in the field of vision, according to Weaver. “They usually result in wavy, zigzag lights or lines and sometimes cause a blind spot in your vision,” he says. Like migraine headaches, they are related to blood vessel inflammation, and they may last 30 minutes or more.

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LUXURY RESORT AMENITIES MAKE 18 PINE VALLEY A LIFESTYLE HOME FOR THE ACTIVE FAMILY WHO LIKES TO PLAY.” — STEPHANIE OLIVER

18 PINE VALLEY DRIVE, LADUE by stephanie wallace LISTING PRICE | $4,750,000 LISTING AGENT | STEPHANIE OLIVER AGENCY | DIELMANN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY PHONE | 314.322.6992 • 314.725.0009

from the homeowners » From exciting entertainment to world-class dining, living in a city undoubtedly has its perks, but even the most adamant urbanite can became restless for something quieter. For many, the solution is weekend getaways, but the owners of this Ladue estate created their own private retreat—right in the central corridor! Located on 2 acres within the Saint Louis Country Club grounds, the luxurious home offers peace and tranquility with easy access to city life.

What initially attracted you to the home?

We loved the location. The home is on a hill, and the neighborhood is safe and beautiful. You get the convenience of being in a subdivision that is only minutes from highways, and there are great schools in the area. The house is very centrally located, but you don’t feel like you’re living in the middle of the city. It’s so quiet, we felt like we were in the country.

Did you make any changes?

The short answer is we’ve done a lot. Since purchasing the house, we’ve updated or completely renovated every room from top to bottom, including outside areas. Some of the highlights include updating the kitchen appliances, adding the wine cellar and screening room, and resurfacing the back patio.

They’re perfect for entertaining or just enjoying the outdoors in the privacy of your own home.

Did you entertain often?

Yes. It’s the perfect family house and entertaining space. We had the best time living here and hosting our friends and family during the holidays. The outdoor space is perfect for pool parties and barbecues, and the fire pit is great to gather around at night.

Tell me about the other features.

The house has everything you could want or need. I cook a lot, so the kitchen is set up perfectly for preparing a meal for two or hosting a large group. There is a great workout room and spa for taking care of yourself. With a theater, wine cellar and billiards room, just staying in for the night What do you think is the standout feature of is great. But if you want to go out, you’re only 15 minutes from the CWE or Chesterfield and even the property?

There are so many great amenities, but the closer to Clayton and Frontenac. Really, what more back patio and saltwater pool definitely stand out. could you ask for?

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1118 LAKE CHARRETTE DR

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THE WESTBURY ESTATE In the heart of Ladue sits a Legacy Property inspired by Long Island's financiers and Great Britain's Georgian era.

Timeless and dignified, the Westbury Estate was inspired by the great homes of iconic European and American families, offering hand-crafted details and distinctive appointments that are unparalleled.

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➊ Make the foundation plants touch. Too often,

bushes are planted as isolated specimens rather than a continuous, flowing hedge. A hedge provides an aesthetic base for the home’s façade to rest upon.

➋ Layer the plants by height. If you have

successfully created a hedge, plant a second, lower one in front of it with a line of flowers, ground cover or ornamental grasses. This second layer adds a sense of completion and sophistication.

➌ The plants need to be in scale with each other.

They should create a hierarchy with each other and the façade. Some of the plantings need to be bigger or bolder than the others. In other words, it's a mistake to have individual plants too similar in size or look.

In our example, you will notice that additional plants have been added to create an informal hedge.

A line of Liriope grass in front creates a second layer.

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THE FINALE 〉〉 THE FIRST SIGNS OF AUTUMN bring a certain sigh

of relief as the garden season comes to a close. Over time, I have learned to accept the season and relax.

I can finally let the garden go. Week by week, I do less and observe more.

This allows me more time to be in the moment and enjoy the beauty and vibrancy of the garden or even just a single bloom. Though the plants are slowly nodding off to sleep, it’s one of the most dynamic times of the year. It’s as though nature knows that winter is nigh, and she puts forth that last extra push to bring us more vivid colors, seeds, fruit and unprecedented animation from our pollinator friends. It’s the final show, and every player is dressed accordingly.

The later in the season, the more exuberant my hyacinth bean vines become. (If you’ve never grown this annual vine, put it on your list.) More blooms and more luxurious burgundy-purple seed pods appear. The balance of bloom to pods to foliage reaches a magical harmony that provokes constant comments from our visitors. Even the purple of the leaves and stems deepens as the night temperatures fall. By late autumn, I gather seed pods for the following year and hang them in our octagonal drying houses. Saving seed is a joy in itself, a deliberate act of perpetuating the next generation with hope and anticipation of the next season.

Other annuals that are in full swing are late crops of zinnias (I love the apricot-colored ones.) and celosia.

These are both members of the majestic cockscomb family that produce those otherworldly, velveteen blooms so good for drying. Late sunflowers, too, add height and a statuesque quality among the vegetable garden, randomly towering over other members of the cast. My favorite sunflowers for cutting are ‘Vincent Clear’ and ‘Vincent’s Choice.’ Blooms last up to 10 days in the vase.

Oddities with a special brand of beauty require patience for an end-of-the-season crescendo, such as the castor bean plant. Although the beans are considered poisonous, the red, prickly looking blooms are spectacular. They are supported by plants that grow fast and add depth through their course texture and reddish foliage. ‘Carmencita’ has become a favorite cultivar of mine for its more intense color, both with bloom and foliage. If you love the color red, you should also consider ‘Polish Spirit’ amaranth, equally showy, grown from seed and completely edible unlike ‘Carmencita.’

The list goes on with other annuals such as SunPatiens, probably at their best moments of flower power now and with a huge range of color. These plants press on with generous, unending blooms despite blooming all summer long. The full sun-loving

impatiens hybrid has genetics that can withstand the hottest days of summer and still look fresh and enthusiastic when fall begins.

Perennials play their role, too. The Russian sage (Perovskia) is back in full bloom again after cutting the plants back to half their size in late July. The salvias are at their best: ‘Black and Blue,’ ‘Mystic Spires’ and ‘Mexican Sage’ are showstoppers, along with goldenrod ‘Fireworks.’ Cannas and some Lantana varieties have proven to be cold-hardy for our Zone 8b garden at Moss Mountain Farm. These join the chorus with gusto, almost desperate for attention.

This cacophony of blooms makes for an enticing ecosystem for our pollinators. I call it a ‘fantastacology,’ given we’ve amplified what our pollinators might find in nature by intensely and purposefully planting plenty of species that provide food and a habitat. Many are on their way to distant places (such as the Monarch butterflies) and need a place to stop, rest and refuel.

We are only happy to show them some hospitality and encourage them to linger.

I encourage you to visit Moss Mountain Farm this fall to experience this rich and colorful season. With temperatures dropping and leaves falling, it’s one of the best times of year to take a relaxing stroll through the garden and witness the final show of the season. &

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13425 MASON GROVE LANE, TOWN & COUNTRY

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A stylish and sophisticated estate on 2 acres has a thoughtfully laid out, updated interior with both formal and informal spaces, as well as an equally impressive pool house and outdoor entertaining spaces.

Enjoy spectacular golf course views from almost every room in this beautiful home, featuring outstanding recent renovations, a stunning neutral decor, a floor plan perfect for today’s lifestyle, architectural details and wood floors!

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7948 PARK DRIVE | $1,650,000

10 W. GEYER LANE | $1,499,000

Hampton Park is an idyllic, park-like setting for the elegant, sophisticated home featuring 4 beds, 2.5 baths, an updated kitchen and custom millwork. The family room provides picturesque views of lush gardens, and there is a pool, five-car garage, home office and stunning pavilion.

A stunning one-and-a-half story home on a private acre in the heart of Frontenac features 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, a main-floor master suite, elevator and charming details with stylish updates throughout.

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An amazing home in sought-after Warson Woods offers just under 5,000 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. It has a gorgeous, newly updated, eat-in-kitchen.

A gracious Colonial located on a lush, 1-acre lot sits just off a sought-after Frontenac street.

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A stunning, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath newly constructed home on a charming cul-de-sac features a bright and open floor plan with nearly 3,400 square feet of living space with a finished lower level. Its great location is near downtown Kirkwood!

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1864 Chamfers Farm Court $465,900 | Pr/SqFt: $170.97 Laura McCarthy Real Estate Agent: Marilyn Adaire 18105 Big Pine Court $929,900 | Pr/SqFt: $220.93 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate | Agents: Mark and Neil Gellman

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515 Foote Ave. $556,000 | Pr/SqFt: $224.37 Keller Williams Realty St. Louis Agent: Sarah Francois 217 Spencer Road $575,000 | Pr/SqFt: $184.06 Re/Max Results Real Estate Agent: Susan Schiff

On the Katy since 1896.

Recently placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Home of the Katy Land Trust.

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11 Maryhill Drive $758,000 | Pr/SqFt: $204.42 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate | Agent: Kim Carney 250 N. Price Road $1,000,000 | Pr/SqFt: $240.38 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty | Agent: Stephanie Oliver

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19 Country Fair Lane $546,001 | Pr/SqFt: $237.08 Gladys Manion Real Estate Agent: Suzie Wells 13313 Wood Stone Court $715,000 | Pr/SqFt: $237.70 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate | Agent: Kim Carney

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20 SQUIRES LANE| LADUE | $3,789, 000 REX W SCHWERDT | 314.800.4755 Once in a lifetime opportunity to live in a limestone chateau perched atop 3.5 rolling acres in one of St. Louis’ most idyllic lanes. Equestrian friendly property!

151 N. BEMISTON AVE |CLAYTON |$2,499,000 ANN WROTH | 314.440.0212 HOLLY BRY | 314.276.7727 Old Town Clayton home offering 5,986sqft.

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25 FAIR OAKS | LADUE | $2,295,000 SUZIE WELLS | 314.973.8761 AIMEE SIMPSON | 314.712.0558 Explore the extraordinary in one of Ladue’s most distinguished neighborhoods. Centrally located, 15 minutes to everywhere.

11445 CONWAY ROAD | WESTWOOD HOLLY BRY | 314.276.7727 | $1,695,000 Enjoy spectacular golf course views in this beautiful home w/main flr master suite & spa like bath, open kitchen/hearth rm 3-car gar.

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10 W GEYER | FRONTENAC | $1,499,000 SALLY GOLDKAMP | 314.479.9396 Exquisite 5bed/6bath estate nestled on 1-acre with spectacular updates. Notable features include an elevator, main floor master suite, finished LL, flagstone patio, & 3-car garage.

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47 RIDGEMOOR | CLAYTON | $1,275,000 ANN WORTH | 314.440.0212 Spectacular home in Claverach Park features 4 beds, 3 full/2 half baths, gourmet kitchen, master suite with luxury bath & finished lower level. Oversized 3-car garage.

17 ELLSWORTH | LADUE | $1,050,000 SUZIE WELLS | 314.973.8761 AIMEE SIMPSON | 314.712.0558 Traditional elegance, fabulous lot, pool, and newer kitchen and baths are just a few characteristics that make this a special home.

8054 DAVIS, 3N | CLAYTON | $269,000 REX W SCHWERDT | 314.800.4755 AVAILABLE FOR LEASE $2,750/MO Luxuriously renovated condo in desirable Davis Place boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, beautiful master suite and 2 garage spaces.

4466 W. PINE, 3E | CWE| $259,900 REX W SCHWERDT | 314.800.4755 An easy stroll to Whole Foods and all that the vibrant Central West End neighborhood has to offer. Enjoy effortless living in a full service doorman building with pool & event space.

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Affordable Cleaning for any Budget

Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly, Move-in & Move-out Insured & Bonded Satisfaction Guaranteed Family Owned & Operated Call 314-426-3838 ***$10 OFF New Customers***

ACUPRESSURE (Acupuncture Without Needles) Swedish/Deep Tissue/Shiatsu ARTHRITIS RELIEF DETOXIFICATION CUPPING INCREASE YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM CLEAN LYMPH NODES SYSTEM FASCIA BLASTS PREVENTIVE HEAD MASSAGE TO TREAT HEADACHES/MIGRAINES/ STROKES 11628 Old Ballas Rd. Suite 120 (314) 541-3502 YueMaMassageTherapy.com FALL SPECIAL $60 FOR 1 HR.

estate buying ALBARRE’ JEWELRY WE BUY GOLD, ALSO JEWELRY, DIAMONDS, COLORED STONES & WATCHES Immediate payments since 1976

Call 314-997-1707

gutters/roofing

$60 For 1 hr.

Yue Ma has been practicing in STL for 20 yrs. (formerly at JCC for 14 yrs) She believes natural healing & deep relaxation follow her philosophy“Our body is like a river; all is connected.”

home healthcare

THE GUTTER GUY

Cleaning, Repairs, Drainage Solutions, Screen Installation & Window Cleaning

WE SPECIALIZE IN SLIP, TRIP & FALL PREVENTION. We Install: • Grab Bars/Handrails • Pathway Lighting • Ramps • And So Much More!

314-699-4686 REMODEL & REPAIR Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Power Washing, Carpentry, Plumbing, Insured. Free Estimates.

40 Years Experience.

Don Phillips 314-973-8511

lawn & garden MIZZOU CREW LANDSCAPING Best Value In Town!

Call or Text Jeff 314-520-5222 Winter Leaf Removal, Mulch Installation & Shrub Trimming.

Videos and Coupons at www.LeafSTL.com

PATIO FURNITURE REPAIR, LLC

Professional, Reliable & Insured No Mess Left Behind • Free Estimates Contact Tony 314-413-2888 thegutterguy-stl@hotmail.com

Sling Replacement, Vinyl Straps, Umbrella Repair, Powder Coating, Chair and Table Parts 618.980.2707 PatioChairRx.com

St. Louis home care…with heart.

Companion care, personal care, specialized care and consumer-directed care in St. Louis City, St. Louis County and St. Charles County.

314-542-3121 | Legacycarellc.com

painting

tree services

M & M CUSTOM PAINTING

YOUR TREES DESERVE THE BEST CARE

Interior & Exterior Painting, Staining, Powerwashing, Wallpaper Removal.

Insured and Free Estimates.

Dependable. Owner & Operator Matt 314-401-9211

PRUNING TRIMMING REMOVAL SPRAYING FERTILIZATION

725-6159 ISA Certified Arborist

piano tuning

Insured

MCGREEVY PIANO Tune Up The Summer!

Bill McGreevy Associate Member Piano Technicians Guild 314-335-9177

real estate Are you interested in selling your home in Clayton AS IS and avoiding commissions and showings?

Flexible close dates to work with your needs.

If so, call Mike @ 314-374-3846 Michael Lauren Development LLC 300 Hunter Ave, Ste 102 St. Louis, MO 63124

tree services

gammatree.com

watch repair WATCH REPAIR DONE IN HOUSE BY A ROLEX TRAINED WATCHMAKER OVER 40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE ON ROLEX AND ALL HIGH GRADE WATCHES Complimentary estimates.

Standard time 10 days - 2 weeks Call Albarre’ Jewelry at 314-997-1707

GROW YOUR BUSINESS with

T&S

CLASSIFIEDS

TREE SERVICE PROFESSIONALS

Trimming • Deadwooding Reduction • Removals Stump grinding • Year round service • Fully insured Contact Michael Baumann for a free estimate & property inspection at 636-375-2812 You’ll be glad you called!

DEADLINE THURSDAY @ NOON << call

JANIE SUMNER at

314.749.7078 or email

jsumner@ townandstyle.com F26 |

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Dream It...

Michael Lauren Development is the ultimate choice to help turn your dreams into reality. If you are thinking of building, we can help design = AVAILABLE the home of your dreams.

Each project we complete has a unique blend of sophistication, charm and elegance— all inspired and directed by the homeowners' tastes and passions.

WESTMORELAND AVE

We offer a full-service experience combining architecture, interior design selections and construction so that you can sit back and enjoy the process— not manage it. Let us help you bring your vision for living to life!

N. BRENTWOOD BLVD.

PRIME BUILDING LOTS IN “OLD TOWN WEST” NOW AVAILABLE Don’t miss this opportunity to build your dream home in the heart of Clayton Gardens. Old Town West will be comprised of four residential lots at the corner of Westmoreland and Brentwood.

Walkability galore and Clayton school district. Two custom building lots are available by Michael Lauren and each offer tons of potential for a large home with substantial yard.

Call Mike today at 314.374.3846 to discuss this exclusive offering!

Contact Mike Rechan today to get started on your spectacular dream home

314.374.3846 | mike@michaellauren.com 300 Hunter Avenue | Suite 102 | St. Louis 63124 MichaelLauren.com