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THE FACES BEHIND THE SCENE
by stephanie wallace
shriners children’s st. louis Fredbird swooped by to brighten the day of patients at the hospital. The Cardinals mascot met with children undergoing treatment for orthopedic conditions.
st. louis kaplan feldman holocaust museum
The museum has welcomed a new traveling exhibition. Hate Ends Now is presented inside a historic replica railcar, similar to those the Nazis used during the Holocaust.
mosaics fine art festival
Congrats to Chris Abigt of Ottumwa, Iowa! The artist was awarded Best of Show for the festival, winning $1,000 for her oil and acrylic artwork.
redkey realty leaders
The real estate agency hosted the inaugural Elevating St. Louis: Strategies for Growing and Enhancing Our Region. The forum drew a diverse audience of professionals, policymakers and community members to collaborate and discuss local housing trends, demographic shifts and regional migration patterns.
TIME TO GROW
COMMUNITY SCHOOL
by stephanie wallace
EARLY CHILDHOOD IS A TIME OF EXPLORATION, WONDER AND CURIOSITY. Whether it’s through making friends, discovering interests or building habits of mind, the years before kindergarten are a crucial period for children’s growth and learning. Community School is focused on making sure its youngest students are ready to tackle what awaits them on their educational journey. Located in Ladue, the independent preschool and elementary school serves ages 3 through grade six. For more than 100 years, it has been teaching students through hands-on experiences.
Community School believes in nurturing the gifts of mind, body and spirit for every child. This mission starts with its youngest students, using education and exploration to spark their natural sense of wonder. Lessons promote pre-academics, social-emotional learning and more. “Our early childhood program is fundamental,” lower division head Jessica Hendricks says. “We lay the foundation for a life-long love of learning and build the habits and skills our students will need to succeed, including listening, cooperation, fine motor skills and more.”
At Community School, students are encouraged to take an active role in directing their own learning, and that includes the early childhood program. Junior kindergarten teacher Katie Norris notes that teachers curate experiences and develop lessons around classroom discussions. Activities are designed to reflect what ignites students’ interest and curiosity. “We ask what they would like to learn more about, and that helps launch us into our next unit,” she says. “This engages students more in their learning by giving them a sense of ownership and really fostering a feeling of community inside the classroom. When kids are excited, they’re more willing to learn what you have to teach them.”
The early childhood program provides an environment that nurtures the whole child, with a thoughtful balance of developmentally appropriate work and play. Students are engaged in a wide variety of hands-on activities and topics, working with specialists in fields like French, drama, music, science, physical education and more. This curriculum is paired with purposeful play to help reinforce lessons in fun and engaging ways. “Play is our students’ work, so classrooms are set up to naturally encourage them to practice skills and challenge themselves,” nursery teacher Kris Major explains. “Lessons are teacher-guided and student-directed with a balance of independent and collaborative activities.”
Community School understands that every student comes with their own interests and personality. The early childhood educators are dedicated to serving as facilitators, using what makes each student unique as the starting point for success in more than just academics. The program prepares children for elementary school and beyond while still engaging them at their developmental level. “At Community School, we start by building relationships with students,” Hendricks says. “We learn every child’s strengths, interests and needs, which allows our teachers to create lessons that help them build both skills and confidence. We create a safe space for young learners to be curious and grow in independence.” &
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STUDENTS BUILD FINE MOTOR SKILLS AND REINFORCE SHAPE AND LETTER RECOGNITION WHILE PAINTING.
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Sept. 19 was International Talk Like a Pirate Day, and they’re celebrating it at least through the end of the month with special specialness and stuff in the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station. Well, shiver me timbers! Sept. 19, 1985, was the day I set as my quit date when we had a smoking cessation clinic at the Belleville News-Democrat, where I was a reporter. We had little disposable aluminum ashtrays all over the newsroom, and almost everybody used them, although few smokers actually emptied them with any regularity. I chose Sept. 19 as my day to quit because it was significant to me. It was a year and a half to the day after I quit drinking alcohol, for good. They say you can do anything one day at a time, and I adopted that as my own motto. With cigarettes, which is a truly heartbreaking addiction, it was more like an hour at a time, if not less. Eventually, sooner or later, the craving will pass. I never believed it, but it always did! So, I was a young man—29, 30 years old—when I first swore off alcohol, then tobacco. I’m not a young man anymore, and every Sept. 19, I don’t ditch the landlubber lingo for the patois of the high seas—maybe I should. Ahoy, arrrgh!; avast, matey! Pirates & Pumpkins at the St. Louis Aquarium opened Sept. 19, and the pirate invasion continues through Nov. 2 with trick-or-treat Fridays and Saturdays. Meanwhile, guests can enjoy an attraction decorated with pirate-themed scenes, marvel at scuba divers costumed as pirates and watch a ghost ship with smoking, booming cannons. Flying Louie, a swinging pirate ship, is a newly added ‘carnival’ ride in the St. Louis Wheel Park adjacent to the station. Details and combination tickets are available at stlouisaquarium.com.
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Rick Wakeman is the legendary prog-rock keyboard player who tickled the ivories and manned the massive synthesizers for several landmark Yes albums during the early 1970s, after playing with Strawbs and before leaving Yes to record a couple of heady epics on his own. His son, Oliver Wakeman, also a keyboardist of note, has recorded several critically acclaimed solo albums and has participated in projects ranging from playing with Yes and collaborating with their guitarist Steve Howe to working with Shakespearean actor Derek Jacobi on a series of poetry CDs. Rick and Oliver Wakeman have shared a stage at various junctures in their careers, but they have never been on tour together—until now. Wakeman and Son will bring their keyboard wizardry to the Sheldon Concert Hall in the Grand Center Arts District on their joint tour March 26. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show are available through Metrotix. The elder Wakeman is thrilled at the opportunity to tour with his eldest son. On several levels. “I know it will be very special—especially if, on the odd occasion, he buys me dinner!”
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Today, it looks as though a north-south ‘Green Line’ for MetroLink, Metro’s light-rail component, is going to be a pipe dream after all, and additional bus service through that corridor will be added instead. That’s been Mayor Cara Spencer’s position since she ran against, and lost to, Tishaura Jones for mayor of St. Louis four years ago in 2021. When Spencer ran a second time against Jones and secured a four-year term in April, local transit authorities with thumbsup, thumbs-down over additional light-rail service agreed with Spencer’s assertion that it was unlikely St. Louis would receive federal monies for a project that, to quote Show-Me Institute (a libertarian think tank) in its harshly critical 2023 report of the project, would “go from nowhere to nowhere.” Spencer specifically requested research data from Metro and Bi-State Development Agency officials showing that the city could get federal assistance with the $1.1 billion project to add to a tax increase voters approved in 2017. Among reasons the Green Line has been scrapped:
High cost, limited reach—the plan included just 10 stations over 5.6 miles, making it financially uncompetitive. Shift in strategy—Bi-State is now pivoting toward a bus rapid transit (BRT) model, which is more cost-effective and flexible.
Suburban communities, specifically St. Charles, argue that the Green Line would do absolutely nothing to improve public transit in their areas of the metro. While the Green Line won’t be built, the conversation around equitable transit in St. Louis is far from over. It’s akin to the ongoing argument around extending ‘the innerbelt’—Interstate 170—farther south. Every few years, it’ll become a hot button like no one’s ever thought about it before. Ahh—urban development.
Who is Louis DeJoy? Louis DeJoy, who was installed by President Trump in 2020 as U.S. postmaster general, stepped down a few months into Trump’s second term.
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Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail of water … but we’re not going there. Completing the well-known nursery rhyme would be silly. This article is seriously about something much more important. We’re giving you a peek into the whys and wherefores of Jack and Jill of America Inc., the StL chapter and its president, Angela Rhone. “We’re very proud of the work we do,” says Rhone. “It’s very impactful.” To that end, the local chapter was named a Five-Star Chapter of Excellence, an honor Rhone et al. had been aiming toward for years—eight, in fact. And the chapter doesn’t get to keep the honor year after year; it’s an annual acknowledgment. “We have to ‘audition’ every year!” Rhone exclaims. “And we’re in the throes of proving ourselves yet again.” They stand in good stead, however—the chapter placed first in community impact most recently in the Midwestern Region; the teen group also took first place for the skills demonstrated during a skit they put together at their conference in the spring at Western Michigan U. They were evaluated on everything from set design to performance. “They presented using the skills they’ve been practicing all year,” Rhone says, competing against the 700 kids at the conference, including themselves. Jack and Jill is a family enterprise for Rhone. Her sons Eldredge and Arlington have thrived in Jack and Jill activities since they were youngsters. The StL chapter, established in 1947, donated $60,000 to various charitable organizations this year: Loyola Academy, Little Bit Foundation, Almost Home and Jack and Jill Foundation. Membership is for motivated mothers who want their kids, from pre-K on up, to grow into adulthood focused on serving their communities as well as achieving their own goals. And there’s a place for fathers, of course, and not only as chaperones. Angela’s husband, TV producer Eric Rhone, was named Outstanding Dad in 2022. The female half of this power couple went to Mercy High School in Florissant, further developing the skillset necessary for her work today at SIU in Edwardsville for her bachelor’s, later receiving a master’s in business administration from Lindenwood University. Along with the operations of Angela’s outfit, Visions Management Group, much of the chapter’s business is conducted out of the Rhone home, with larger meetings inspace generously made available at Salem United Methodist Church in Ladue. “We like to say, ‘That’s So St. Louis!’ because our chapter is known for its innovation, collaboration and unwavering commitment to excellence,” notes Angela. With that top of mind, the teens and their moms will have a ‘mini-conference’ Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 at the St. Charles Convention Center. It may even turn out to be a little spooky! For more details about this unique nonprofit, visit jackandjillstl.org. &
WE’RE VERY PROUD OF THE WORK WE DO ... IT’S VERY IMPACTFUL.
Angela Rhone
Congrats to Disco Time!
The horse cruised to victory in the St. Louis Derby last month, winning $250,000.
Get in the Christmas spirit early! The St. Louis Christmas Carols Association is hosting the Tinsel + Treasures Fundraising Sale on Oct. 25, 7 a.m.-3 p.m., at 520 N. Skinker Blvd. You can explore a treasure trove of everything Christmas, including brand-new items and vintage gems. All sales support the organization’s mission to spread joy and give back to local kids. For more information, visit stlchristmascarols.org.
Opera Theatre St. Louis is making a mark on the international stage! It has been recognized with two nominations for the 2025 International Opera Awards: Best Festival and Best World Premiere for This House by Ricky Ian Gordon, Lynn Nottage and Ruby Aiyo Gerber. The final winners will be announced at an international gala in Greece on Nov. 13.
PATTY
by patty hannum
Union Avenue Opera is launching its first-ever One-Act Festival on Oct. 10-12. With the theme “Exploring Identity and Injustice Through Opera,” the double bill shares two personal and socially resonant stories. As One follows the journey of a transgender woman, and dwb (driving while black) reflects on parenting, protection and systemic injustice. Tickets are available at unionavenueopera.org.
Music icon Chuck D has brought his original fine art to the StL. The Kranzberg Arts Foundation, XYION and Soul Kitchen have partnered to present Roll Call: Most of My Heroes Don’t Appear on No Stamps. The exclusive exhibit will be displayed at Legends’ Gallery, a pop-up located at 3318 Washington Ave., through Nov. 12.
I HAVE MELLOWED WITH AGE. Things that used to bother me do not anymore. I am living in my own little bubble with nothing to bug me, and it is rather nice. Well, except for one thing, Stella, our dog.
We have two dogs, Stella and Stanley who are 10 and 8. Stanley was a rescue from underneath someone’s porch and is very timid around people but has a mean bark. He is a mix of golden retriever and German shepherd. Stan actually likes me and will hop up on the bed for cuddle time.
Stella is part husky and Australian shepherd. She is a real beauty with one blue eye and one brown. When I walk Stella, people always comment on how beautiful she is—sometimes
even when Stanley is standing right there. Stella was a rescue pup as well, but she has always acted just a little superior to Stanley and me. I know she is capable of love because she worships my husband, Carey. She always flips over so he can rub her belly.
So why does this dog, after all these years, hold me in such contempt? Am I embarrassing to her? I occasionally take both dogs with my husband for a morning walk. I have started to comb my hair and wear a little bit of mascara and lip gloss just to be seen with her. I recently finished 10 weeks of physical therapy so I no longer walk like I am 95. She still acts like I am an annoyance to her and my husband.
Stella thinks she is smarter than me, and maybe she is. True, I do not chase chipmunks or squirrels because, well, that would be weird. But Stella is all about catching critters. I am completely grossed out by this, but Carey always praises her hunting skills.
Stella is in love with my husband. Sure, Carey is the one that feeds and walks her, but I get no credit for anything. Stella plays favorites, and Carey does too.
I thought as Stella aged, we would both mellow out and enjoy each other’s company, but she wants no part of this. She would rather lay in the middle of the floor trying to trip me. It is different for Carey. Stella moves and is at immediate attention.
I have often thought if Stella had fingers, she would stab me in my sleep so she could take her rightful places sleeping next to her master. I have jokingly told friends that if anything bad happens to me, it was not Carey—it was Stella. (Wouldn’t that be the greatest Dateline episode ever? Keith Morrison would have to be the investigator. I can hear him now: “She was a beautiful dog, beloved by her master and given anything she wanted. So, it was only natural for her to assume her position as the next Mrs. Hannum.”) So, if you see me out with the dogs, please don’t tell me how beautiful Stella is but tell Stanley what a handsome boy he is. Peace my Peeps. &
Hall ween & Harvest EVENTS by stephanie wallace
through 10.26
Fright at the Museum
City Museum | Regular museum hours Free with admission | citymuseum.org through 10.31
Booterfly House
Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free with admission | missouribotanicalgarden.org through 11.1 The Darkness
The Darkness | Various operating hours Starting at $34.95 | thedarkness.com through 11.2
Pirates and Pumpkins
St. Louis Aquarium | Regular aquarium hours Free with admission | stlouisaquarium.com through 11.2 Fall Festival
Brookdale Farms | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $12-$70 | brookdalefarms.com through 11.2 Fright Fest
Six Flags St. Louis | 6-11 p.m. $39-$149 | sixflags.com/stlouis
10.2-10.30
Halloween Nights
Grant’s Farm | Thur. and Sun: 5-9 p.m., Fri. and Sat: 5-10 p.m. $12 | grantsfarm.com
10.3-11.2
Eureka Scarecrow Tour
Eureka, Missouri | Various times Free | eurekascarecrowtour.com
10.4-10.26 Ecktoberfest
Eckert’s Belleville Farm | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free | eckerts.com
10.4-10.26
House The Magic House | Regular museum hours Free with admission | magichouse.org 10.11-10.26
and Lanterns
St. Charles | Various times
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Last spring, fifth graders earned Best In Show in the Plant the Moon Challenge, Jr.—one of only four programs to receive the accolade worldwide. Students tested how spinach would grow in Martian regolith, Missouri soil and compost under different lighting conditions, mirroring real-world NASA research. This fall, sixth graders will take part in the Build the Moon Challenge.
Congrats to winners who took home ‘Tops at Tech’ awards. The program honors exceptional career and technical education students at South Tech for their professionalism, skill and curriculum mastery, responsibility and willingness to go above and beyond. The 2025 recipients were:
ALEX FRAZIER (Parkway South) – Veterinary Assistant
COLIN HIGGINS (Parkway West) – Culinary Arts
DEVAN KHANKEO (Parkway South) – Dental Sciences
ADAN MAGANA (Parkway North) – Welding
WILLIAM MAUGER (Parkway North) – Carpentry
PEARL PATEL (Parkway North) – Culinary Arts
CHARLIE WOHLSCHLAEGER (Parkway South) – EMT
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The school is now a full member of the Missouri State High School Activities Association. This opens up more opportunities for students to play sports. While Miriam has limited athletic offerings, students now can hit the field, court or track for partner school teams, allowing them to take part in traditional high school sports while still receiving individualized support.
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Two sophomores have been recognized for their musical skill. Yuntian Hao and Aston Liang were among just four students selected as finalists in the 2025 Preparatory Program Scholarship Competition hosted by the Community Music School of Webster University. Liang went on to win the competition, securing a scholarship. Congratulations!
PARENT TRAP
by dr. tim jordan
WHAT ABOUT ME?
NATALIA, A 7-YEAR-OLD, came to see me in my counseling practice because she had run away three times in the past few weeks, and her parents couldn’t get her to explain why. When I spoke to her alone, she described through tears how much time her parents were spending with her 2-year-old sister and how she had been feeling sad, angry and left out. When I asked her why she’d run away, she answered, “I thought that maybe if I ran away then my parents would love me more.”
Jakaela came to see me because of recent anxiety and panic attacks. She shared how stressed out everyone at home was due to her older sister Ava’s struggles with drug addiction. Everyone walked on eggshells around Ava to avoid setting her off on one of her frequent rages. Jakaela was very independent and had grown up fast due to her family’s struggles, but when I asked her how she felt about her situation she said, “What about me and my needs? It’s always been about Ava, but I need support too!”
Girls today are still being conditioned to be “good girls” who are supposed to be selfless and passive. They also are left to grapple with mixed messages: Take care of yourself but put others’ needs first. The result is difficulty asking for what they want, expressing their needs and even knowing that they deserve to have needs. For many young people and especially girls, their concerns and needs are diminished with phrases like: you’re too sensitive, don’t be so dramatic, or be patient and it will get better. The following are suggestions about how to respond when your children come to you with complaints about being left out.
• Always listen, mirror back what you heard, try to see the situation from their point of view, validate their feelings, and tell them you are glad they felt safe telling you.
• Let them know that no matter how busy and stressed you are, that you are still there for them. You can provide the love and support that they need.
• Teach them to express their feelings and ask for what they want: “I’ve been feeling left out a lot lately and want some special time with you.”
• Brainstorm ways you could create time with each other. Jakaela shared through tears that she wished her dad would tuck her in at night. Time together could look like taking walks, going to breakfast before school or tuck-in’s at bedtime.
• Spend more special time with them without them having to ask.
• Let them know that no matter what’s going on at home that their needs are important too. You may not be able to drop everything in that moment, but you can acknowledge their needs and let them know when you can spend time together.
Learning to express feelings and needs with you will prepare your children to do the same with friends and romantic partners. Don’t leave them to grapple with unhealthy conditioning on their own. Even the strongest, most independent and competent amongst us has a need for love and support.
TIM JORDAN, M.D., IS A BEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICIAN WHO COUNSELS GIRLS AGED GRADE SCHOOL THRU COLLEGE. LISTEN TO HIS WEEKLY PODCAST, RAISING DAUGHTERS, TO GAIN INFORMATION ON RAISING STRONG, RESILIENT GIRLS. FOR MORE INFO ON DR. JORDAN’S RETREATS, SUMMER CAMPS AND BOOKS VISIT DRTIMJORDAN.COM.
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CHURCHILL CENTER & SCHOOL
Designed for children with dyslexia, ADHD and other language-based learning disabilities, Churchill’s individualized, research-based curriculum includes daily one-on-one tutorial, language arts, fine arts, math, auditory visual training and motor skills.
ADMISSIONS INFORMATIONAL SESSION & SCHOOL TOUR: Nov. 19, 11 a.m.-Noon Contact Susan Howison at showison@churchillstl.org. 1021 MUNICIPAL CENTER DRIVE | 314.997.4343 CHURCHILLSTL.ORG
THE COLLEGE SCHOOL
Blending academic rigor with unparalleled experiential learning, The College School inspires children ages 3 to 14 to think boldly, lead with purpose and thrive in an ever-changing world. TCS prepares students for a life of leadership and purpose.
ALL-SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Nov. 15, 9-10:30 a.m. EARLY CHILDHOOD OPEN HOUSE: Jan. 24, 9-10:30 a.m.
MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Feb. 24, 6-7:30
COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Community students flourish in an environment of experiential learning and personalized support with a dynamic curriculum, integrating academics, the arts, physical education and leadership development—all on a beautiful 18-acre campus.
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Nov. 8, 9-11:30 a.m. Nov. 18, 9:15-10:45 a.m. Jan. 14, 9:15-10:45 a.m. Jan. 27, 9:15-10:45 a.m. 900 LAY ROAD | 314.991.0005 COMMUNITYSCHOOL.COM
DE SMET JESUIT
De Smet Jesuit, a dynamic Catholic school for young men in grades six to 12, delivers strong academics, builds leaders of faith and service and forges lifelong brotherhood. Grounded in Ignatian values, we shape men for others prepared to lead and serve.
OPEN HOUSE
Oct. 19, Noon-3 p.m. 233 N. NEW BALLAS ROAD | 636.493.5334 DESMET.ORG
FORSYTH SCHOOL
Forsyth School fosters a spirit of curiosity and joy, empowering children ages 2 through grade six to pursue challenges with confidence. Forsyth’s one-of-a-kind campus and engaging curriculum promote age-appropriate independence, preparing students to thrive in secondary school and beyond.
ALL-SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 26, 3-5 p.m.
EARLY CHILDHOOD OPEN HOUSE:
Jan. 26, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
6235 WYDOWN BLVD. | 314.726.4542
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JOHN BURROUGHS SCHOOL
Burroughs is a nationally recognized independent college preparatory school for grades seven to 12. Its rigorous humanities and STEM curriculum is balanced by rich opportunities in the arts, athletics, service and global engagement, fostering well-rounded student growth.
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755 S. PRICE ROAD | 314.993.4040 | JBURROUGHS.ORG
NEW CITY SCHOOL
Since 1969, New City School has nurtured curiosity, self-awareness and a love of learning in students ages 3 to grade six. Nestled in the historic Central West End, the school is home to families from 46 St. Louis metropolitan area ZIP codes.
OPEN HOUSES
Oct. 21, 9:00 a.m.
Nov. 8, 10 a.m.
Dec. 13, 9:30 a.m.
5209 WATERMAN BLVD. | 314.361.6411
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ROSSMAN SCHOOL
Rossman School offers a premier education for ages 4 to grade six, providing individual attention and cultivating confidence, curiosity and a love for learning. With a commitment to the values of honesty, kindness, respect and responsibility, Rossman nurtures hearts ready to lead.
OPEN HOUSES
Oct. 15, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Nov. 18, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Jan. 15, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
12660 CONWAY ROAD | 314.434.5877
ROSSMANSCHOOL.ORG
SAINT LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL
The Mission of Saint Louis Priory School is to provide a Catholic, Benedictine, college preparatory education of the highest excellence so as to help talented and motivated young men develop their full potential as children of God.
OPEN HOUSE
Oct. 19, Noon-3 p.m.
500 S. MASON ROAD | 314.434.3690 | PRIORY.ORG
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL
Located on a 37-acre campus in Kirkwood, Vianney prepares young men for college and careers by developing their curiosity and courage to learn. With 45 honor-level courses, students can complete their first two years of college while attending Vianney.
OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 26, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 1311
St. Joseph’s Academy provides quality Catholic education for young women in an environment that challenges them to grow in faith, knowledge and respect for self and others. Our community expects these young women to make a profound impact in the world.
OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 11, 9 a.m.-Noon 2307 S. LINDBERGH BLVD. | 314.394.4321 | SJA1840.ORG
ST. LOUIS UNIVERSITY HIGH
SLUH challenges students to think critically, lead courageously and transform the world as men for others through a nationally recognized program. We embrace each student with respect and inclusion through need-blind admission, status-blind friendships, a rich diversity of cultures and perspectives, and extensive co-curricular opportunities.
OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Register at sluh.org/openhouse.
ST. JOSEPH’S ACADEMY
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Westminster Christian Academy is a private, co-ed school where students in grades seven to 12 thrive through an education focused on community, college preparedness and Christ.
OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m.
800 MARYVILLE CENTRE DRIVE | 314.997.2900 | WCASTL.ORG
THE WHITFIELD SCHOOL
The Whitfield School is an independent, co-educational day school for grades six to 12, recognized for academic rigor, experiential learning and a supportive community. Our mission develops scholarship, citizenship and leadership, preparing students for college and purposeful lives.
OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 19, 1-4 p.m.
175 S. MASON ROAD | 314.415.1229 | WHITFIELDSCHOOL.ORG
WILSON SCHOOL
Since 1913, The Wilson School has excelled in reaching every student. Our deliberately small class sizes, two-teacher model, accelerated curriculum and nurturing, inclusive community allow our students to build the academic and social-emotional skills they need to succeed in secondary school and beyond.
OPEN HOUSES: Oct. 25, 9 a.m; Jan. 15, 8:30 a.m.
400 DE MUN AVE. | 314.725.4999 | WILSONSCHOOL.COM
age 4 - grade 6
At Rossman, we nurture more than minds. We grow honesty, kindness, respect, responsibility and hearts ready to lead.
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OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 15 | Nov. 18 | Jan. 15 8:30-10:30 a.m.
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The new Conrads Program for Integrated Sciences will strengthen an already-robust STEM program at SLUH, recognized by Newsweek as a Top STEM High School.
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1. Saint Louis Ballet
A dazzling triple bill celebrating the ballet company’s season opener—Stroman’s jazzy “Take Five”, Balanchine’s modern “The Four Temperaments” and elegant “Divertimento No. 15.” A vibrant journey of rhythm, innovation and ballet’s timeless artistry. Pictured: SLB dancers Lauren Kot and Julia Heiss TOUHILL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER | 314.534.1111 STLOUISBALLET.ORG
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Enjoy decorations, attractions, entertainers, specialty menus and more at the Saint Louis Zoo’s non-scary Halloween experience: Boo at the Zoo! Held nightly, Oct. 16-30 from 5-8:30 p.m. ONE GOVERNMENT DRIVE | 314.781.0900 STLZOO.ORG/BOO
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Springboard to Learning is celebrating 60 years of inspiring more than 30,000 children annually through arts-integrated education across more than 100 St. Louis schools. Our Diamond Anniversary Gala is Oct.17. Your support helps under-resourced youth thrive. Questions? Contact bscheller@springboardstl.org or call 314.768.9671. 1310 PAPIN ST. | 314.768.9670 SPRINGBOARDSTL.ORG
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SAINT LOUIS ZOO
by stephanie wallace
WHETHER IT’S A VISIT to the penguins or a ride on the Zooline Railroad, the Saint Louis Zoo is a place of wonder and learning for many. It offers recreation, education and more while serving as a leader in animal research and conservation—and none of it would be possible without the support of the community and individual donors. Planned giving offers every St. Louisan the opportunity to help animals around the world while ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy enriching experiences.
In 2004, the Saint Louis Zoo established a permanent endowment. Through it, both outright and legacy gifts are invested and stewarded, ensuring ongoing funding for the Zoo’s mission. Each year, a set percentage of the investment is distributed to support operations and conservation efforts, according to the donor’s desired impact.
“Planned giving and the endowment support everything that the Zoo does today while helping prepare for every tomorrow,” Director of Planned Gifts Lori Sullivan says. “If someone remembers the Saint Louis Zoo in their estate plan, we don’t just spend the money and then it’s gone. Within the endowment, their gift lasts forever.”
There are many ways that donors may support the Saint Louis Zoo’s endowment. These include gifts of cash, stock, life insurance, property and retirement assets during life or after. Named endowed funds can be established for $50,000 or more. These allow donors to directly support initiatives, such as education, animal care, curator or administrator positions and more. “For example, these funds can help eliminate barriers to access for under-resourced families
by supporting camp scholarships or even something as simple as providing lunch or a tee-shirt to a summer camper in need,” Sullivan explains. “Our lovely donors ensure that the Zoo remains free to all to serve our entire community.”
For people who wish to remember the Saint Louis Zoo in their estate, consultations are offered in partnership with Thompson & Associates, a values-based estate planning service. The Zoo covers the consulting fee, and many participants have found it to be a great way to ensure that their wishes are known and will be followed, according to Sullivan. “It can be joyful to plan for both your values and your valuables to do great things forever after,” she notes. “Anyone can make a planned gift. There’s a lot of satisfaction in knowing that the people, places and causes you care about will be provided for and continue to thrive, all in your memory.”
People who remember the Zoo as a beneficiary may be recognized as members of the Zoo’s Heritage Society. The program honors those who have made a legacy intention with special recognition, invitations to events and more. For Tamara Schmitz, joining the Heritage Society was an easy decision. “My fondest memories of childhood center on one location,” she says. “Where else but the Saint Louis Zoo could I ride a steam train, watch the Sea Lion Show, learn something new about an animal and enjoy the day without spending the whole $6 I earned that week mowing the neighbor’s lawn? Those experiences continue to inspire me.” &
THE SAINT LOUIS ZOO CONSERVES ANIMALS AND THEIR HABITATS THROUGH ANIMAL MANAGEMENT, RESEARCH, RECREATION AND EDUCATION. WITH A PLANNED GIFT, YOU CAN HELP ANIMALS AROUND THE WORLD WHILE SUPPORTING THE LEGACY OF THE ZOO FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.646.4973 OR VISIT STLZOO. GIFTLEGACY.COM.
COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER | PHOTO COURTESY OF SAINT LOUIS ZOO
DIRECTOR OF PLANNED GIFTS LORI SULLIVAN
FOR MORE THAN 53 YEARS, Metro Theater Company has shared the joy and power of theater with students across the St. Louis community. Last year alone, it reached more than 13,000 students in more than 70 local schools. T&S reached out to managing director Jessie Youngblood to learn more about the nonprofit and how it inspires young people to learn and grow by engaging with the arts.
What is the mission of Metro Theater Company?
We foster inclusive community and nurture meaningful learning through the arts. Our primary audience is young people, so we bring professional theatrical productions into schools. We also have classroom residencies and education workshops led by teacher artists to share how the arts encourage imagination, critical thinking, self-expression and confidence. Many people don’t realize that we are the third oldest professional theater company in St. Louis—only The Muny and The Rep are older. We’ve reached more than two million people through our programs.
Why is it important that young people have access to theatrical experiences?
By investing in our children, we’re investing in a brighter future for our community. We’re giving
GIVING BACK Metro Theater Company
by stephanie wallace
students the tools they need by connecting education and theater. We try to pick stories that reflect real experiences of young people. Our latest production is Carmela Full of Wishes, which follows a girl as she and her brother run errands in their neighborhood on her birthday. It’s about dreams, family and resilience while also reflecting on current events as Carmela’s father is absent because of the immigration system. It’s an age-appropriate way for kids to engage with the world around them.
What can people expect from a Metro Theater Company season?
Our artistic director Jacqueline Thompson is a powerhouse in the local theater scene. It’s always exciting to see what she has planned. She prioritizes telling stories that center unique voices and uplift the community. We offer two hybrid productions each school year, one in fall
and another in spring. We tour to bring the shows into schools and community spaces, and we also have mainstage productions, which offer tickets to the public. This spring, we’ll be presenting Life Doesn’t Frighten Me, which is inspired by the book by Maya Angelou. We also offer virtual field trips for schools that can’t travel. These include access to recordings of previous productions that can be streamed in classrooms.
How can people support Metro Theater Company?
Buying tickets to our public performances is a great way to support the company. We also can always use volunteers and individuals to serve on the board. Just spreading the word is also super helpful. So many young people in St. Louis have been impacted by Metro Theater Company, and they might not even realize it. &
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SHOP WITH PURPOSE
BY STEPHANIE WALLACE
Sheila Stewart has always had a passion for giving back. However, as the owner of There She Goes Boutique, she struggled to find time for volunteering and community outreach with her busy schedule. She found a solution that not only allowed her to support an important cause but also shine a light on local small businesses like her own: the Glennon Card. “It’s such a great way to support the kids at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital,” she says. “Before I had a store, I would always purchase a card. Now, I’m excited that my boutique can be a part of the program. It’s a special opportunity.”
Every October, the Glennon Card gives St. Louisans the chance to give back while patronizing some of their favorite stores, restaurants and more. By purchasing a $60 card, you unlock a 20% discount at more than 340 local businesses, and 100% of card sales benefit the young patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon. This year’s shopping period is Oct. 17 to 26. The initiative previously has supported programs like the Orthwein Center for Infant and Child Nutrition, the Danis Pediatric Center and the Knights of Columbus Developmental Center. This year, the Glennon Card funds will benefit the Devoted Campaign for a new Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital.
Stewart has taken part in the program since she opened her brick-and-mortar store in 2021. “The shopping period always comes at the perfect time right before the holidays,” she says. “And as a life-long St. Louisan, it feels special to participate and support the children and their families.” There She Goes Boutique offers a wide selection of women’s clothing, accessories, home goods, gifts and more. “We like to say that while we don’t have everything, we have something for everyone,” Stewart adds. “My goal is to create a place where everyone can come in and feel welcome.”
Stewart works hard to engage her customers in the Glennon Card program. She promotes the card in-store and encourages people to purchase the digital version at glennoncard.org if they do not have one. She also shares about the program on There She Goes Boutique’s weekly Instagram livestreams in the lead up to the shopping period. The livestreams also are an opportunity to learn about new inventory at the store, making it a great resource to plan a wishlist. “We have a lot of giftable items for ages 14 to 80, so the Glennon Card is great for getting a discount on holiday shopping,” Stewart says. “Our Instagram offers a sneak peek at what’s new in store.”
On Oct. 13, There She Goes Boutique will participate in the Glennon Card Shoppes Boutique. Held at Hilton St. Louis Frontenac from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the free event gives shoppers an opportunity to use their 20% discount early while learning about some great local merchants. Glennon Card holders can get another early shopping opportunity on Oct. 16. There She Goes Boutique will be partnering with two other Warson Woods retailers, Bloomin’ Buckets and Project 2 Shop, for a special event. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., customers can enjoy refreshments at all three locations while using their Glennon Card discount. &
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THERE SHE GOES BOUTIQUE OWNER SHEILA STEWART (CENTER) WITH PAM JANISCH
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Diamonds are Forever
Join Us for Springboard to Learning’s Diamond Anniversary Gala!
Friday, October 17, 2025 at 6pm
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Celebrate 60 years of inspiring children through creative learning at our Diamond Anniversary Gala— a night of joy, impact, and community.
Every ticket purchased helps us deliver one creative learning session to a student in need.
Every table purchased provides eight sessions—or funds an entire residency—bringing transformative educational experiences to classrooms across St. Louis. Your support doesn’t just reserve your seat at a memorable evening—it opens the door to imagination, expression, and opportunity for the next generation. Reserve your ticket or table today and be part of the legacy!
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PEDAL THE CAUSE taste the cause by diane anderson
More than 5,000 cyclists, kids, volunteers, donors and spectators gathered at the Family Arena for the 16th annual Pedal the Cause, riding, celebrating and fundraising to support groundbreaking cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Participants also enjoyed Taste the Cause, featuring food and drink from the region’s most renowned restaurants, live music, the Living Proof processional and Inspirational Program.
BRIAN LUPA, STAN, STEPHANIE BENSON, ELIZABETH AND EMILIA COLE
HARPER DURHAM, TERI GRIEGE
HUNTER CULLETON, SARAH KROKSTROM
JOHN AND OLGA DEL ROSARIO, BILL TIMMONS KYLE SCHRECKENBERG, KENDRA HERRING
CRAIG BUCHMAN, CLAUDIA KASSNER, ANDREW CHARAP, EMMA WATSON
GENE, ANN AND EMMA POISSON
U.S . SKI TEAM 10th fundraiseranniversary
by diane anderson
Now in its 10th year, the St. Louis fundraiser for the U.S. Ski Team raised $1,375,000 to support athletes as they prepare for the upcoming Olympic season.
guests: Host Ron Kruszewski, Olympic gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin
CHARLES HOUSKA, TED WIGHT
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DAVID HOFFMANN, RON KRUSZEWSKI
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MARKET KNOW-HOW
REECENICHOLS REAL ESTATE
by stephanie wallace
WHEN IT COMES TO REAL ESTATE, we’re experiencing a time of historic demand and competition. The market can shift in the blink of an eye, and it’s more important than ever for buyers and sellers to work with an experienced brokerage that can help them navigate these unprecedented circumstances. ReeceNichols Real Estate has 120 years of experience supporting buyers and sellers. It is not only the largest but also one of the most trusted brokerages in Kansas and Missouri. This fall, it’s bringing its expertise and brand to St. Louis as Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Alliance Real Estate rebrands to ReeceNichols.
ReeceNichols and BHHS Alliance are both under the Berkshire Hathaway umbrella, and the two have been sister brokerages since 2021. Bringing the companies together is the next logical step. ReeceNichols president and CEO Mike Frazier notes that merging the two brands will benefit both agents and consumers in St. Louis. “Combining everything under one name will allow us to be more efficient and effective in the region,” he says. “The market continues to be difficult with high demand and low inventory. Now is the right time to deepen our support for St. Louis agents so they can better serve clients.”
For the last 24 consecutive years, ReeceNichols has been ranked as the top brokerage in Kansas City, and it is a top seller of luxury properties in both Missouri and Kansas. More than 2,900 agents operate out of its 48 branch and franchise offices throughout both states. With that solid foundation, the brokerage brings extensive technical, marketing and communication resources to St. Louis. “For most people, buying a home is the most important purchase they will make in their lifetime—and it’s often a process that is filled with frustration and confusion,” Frazier says. “We empower our agents with the necessary resources and information to ensure clients can navigate the process confidently.”
BHHS Alliance has a 45-year history in St. Louis, and it is currently a top-five brokerage in the region, having sold 1,895 homes at $795 million in sales volume in 2024 alone. Frazier is looking forward to building on that legacy of excellence. “We’re just bringing a different logo and brand—the people and history will stay the same,” he notes. “We’re not swapping out management or agents during the transition. This rebrand is about delivering even more value to buyers and sellers through local expertise, powerful national and global resources and a name they can count on at every step of the journey.”
Frazier is excited to better serve the St. Louis region. As ReeceNichols, BHHS Alliance will continue to give back and support the community. “We’re focused on building up St. Louis and serving local buyers and sellers,” he notes. “Not every house is for every person—our mission is to find the right fit, so everyone can experience the pride and joy of owning their own home. Our agents have the market knowledge and resources necessary to make that dream a reality. It’s an exciting time for ReeceNichols and St. Louis.” &
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NAILED IT!
OUR NAILS ARE SUBJECT TO REGULAR WEAR AND TEAR. WHETHER YOU ENJOY REGULAR MANICURES OR ARE JUST HOPING TO MAKE IT THROUGH THE DAY WITHOUT BREAKING A NAIL, IT’S NEVER A BAD IDEA TO GIVE THEM A LITTLE EXTRA LOVE.
signs of healthy nails
▪ Nails appear pinkish-white in color—the exact color varies depending on skin tone.
▪ The white, half-moon shape at the base of your nail is visible. This is known as the lunula, and it is a portion of the nail matrix where new nail cells grow.
▪ Cuticles are intact.
▪ No dark lines or other discoloration.
signs of unhealthy nails
▪ Peeling or splitting is often caused by dryness. It could also be the result of a vitamin deficiency.
▪ Nails have an uneven texture or thickness.
▪ There is discoloration to the nail, such as yellowing. If you paint your nails often, this could be staining, which is a purely cosmetic problem. However, yellow nails can also indicate a fungal infection or internal health issue.
▪ There are small white spots on the nails. This is known as leukonychia, and it is caused by minor trauma to the nails, such as from biting or painting them.
▪ Horizontal grooves are a sign of interruption in nail growth. They can form from jamming your finger or may be the result of stress, fever or another health issue. Vertical grooves are often either genetic or form naturally with age.
▪ The skin around the nails is red, swollen or painful.
tips for growing healthy nails
> BE GENTLE. While it can be tempting to use our nails as tools, it’s important to remember that they are delicate. Along with breaks, using nails to pry or dig can cause onycholysis—a condition where the nail plate separates from the skin.
> CLIP YOUR NAILS REGULARLY. Long nails may look beautiful and elegant, but it’s important to focus on strength over length. Regular trimming makes them less prone to snags or breakage.
> LEAVE YOUR CUTICLES ALONE. Cuticles serve a very important purpose. This layer of skin protects the new nail from bacteria and other contaminants. While cutting or dissolving your cuticles is often touted as a way to make a manicure last longer, resist the temptation to do it. Without them, you’re opening yourself up to greater risk of infection.
> LOAD UP ON PROTEIN. Your diet can improve the health of your nails. They’re made of a protein called keratin, so protein-rich foods like beans, fish and nuts can have benefits. Vitamins and supplements like biotin, vitamin E and fish oil also are often used to strengthen nails.
> MOISTURIZE REGULARLY. If your nails regularly crack or break, odds are they’re dry. You can fight brittleness by moisturizing with cuticle oil daily—these products often contain a mix of oils, such as almond, jojoba and avocado. Oil can be rubbed in immediately after application, or you can do an overnight soak—just apply a generous amount to the nails and then put on disposable gloves. This will help keep your nails flexible and strong.
> READ YOUR POLISH LABELS. Not all nail polish is created equal. Some brands contain harmful ingredients, such as dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde and toluene. If scanning the ingredient list may seem daunting, don’t worry. Polishes that don’t contain harmful ingredients will be labeled as 3-free, 5-free or more to indicate this—the higher the number, the fewer questionable ingredients.
> GIVE YOUR NAILS A BREAK. Regularly applying and removing polish can have a negative impact on your nails. Lacquer can stain, while removers often dry them out and even weaken the structure. Polish chipping can also cause damage as thin layers of nail may flake off with it. Acrylic and gel manicures are even harder on the nails. Sometimes, taking a break and going au natural is the best way to give your nails a boost.
FOCUS ON: Gel Manicures + Allergies
GEL POLISH HAS SOME BIG BENEFITS OVER TRADITIONAL NAIL LACQUER. IT COMES WITH A SHORTER DRY TIME, BETTER DURABILITY AND MINIMAL UPKEEP. WITH AT-HOME GEL KITS ON THE RISE, IT’S A MORE POPULAR OPTION THAN EVER. HOWEVER, THIS INCREASE IN ACCESSIBILITY HAS ALSO COME WITH A HIGHER INCIDENCE OF GEL ALLERGIES.
Why do gel nail products cause allergies?
These products contain reactive ingredients called monomers and photoinitiators, which belong to the chemical families acrylates and methacrylates. These are known to be skin sensitizers, meaning that if they’re absorbed into the skin, it can cause an allergy. Whether you are getting your nails done at a salon or doing them at home, it’s important to avoid getting gel polish on your skin.
What symptoms occur with a gel allergy?
There are two main ways gel allergies manifest. The first is contact dermatitis. This happens immediately and is a reaction to exposure to harsh chemicals. It causes pain and inflammation and can result in blisters or lifting of the nail plate. The second form of gel allergy is a delayed immune response, which results in hypersensitivity. This is caused by repeated exposure to the chemicals, and the symptoms are often the same as contact dermatitis.
Does a gel allergy go away?
No, gel allergies cannot be cured. There is no way to prevent a recurrence of the allergic response once it happens. If you develop a gel allergy, it is important to immediately stop use of gel products.
How can you prevent a gel allergy?
Diligence is key. If you regularly visit a salon, make sure you can trust your technician to use quality products. Certain gel brands are formulated to be less prone to causing a reaction; however, many cheaper brands do not take these precautions. Also check that the salon is not mixing and matching different brands. This can very easily result in undercuring, which makes it more likely that wet polish will come in contact with your skin. For at-home use, opt for higher quality products and make sure you are diligently following instructions.
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4616 Elk Head Road, Bland, Missouri
FROM THE HOMEOWNER »
Elk Head Lodge is an escape from the ordinary. Built in 1907 and nestled on more than 56 acres in Bland, Missouri, the property combines beautiful architecture and sweeping vistas to create the perfect retreat. From the private lakes and guest cottage to the wrap-around porch and greenhouse, it’s a one-of-kind blend of privacy, recreation and history.
Do you know about the history of the property?
It was designed by Dean & Dean, two brothers from Chicago. They were both proteges of Frank Lloyd Wright in the Prairie School style. It was built in 1907 as a weekend getaway for hunting. It’s just a gorgeous property with amazing architecture. The Gasconade County Historical Society has a lot of great information on the house.
What have you enjoyed about the property’s location?
The location is very central. It’s about an hour and 45 minutes from St. Louis, and getting to Springfield or Kansas City also is convenient. The lodge has a lot of privacy. You’re about a mile and a half from the nearest paved road. You don’t have to travel on gravel for too long, but it’s peaceful and secluded. It’s fenced and cross-fenced, so
it’s well suited for livestock and horses. I’ve been able to run cattle and sheep.
Do you have a favorite feature?
I enjoy getting to sit out on the back deck and look out at the pond. The porches are covered, so you can enjoy it whatever the weather. In winter, there’s a large population of bald eagles in the area that we get to see. It’s nice and peaceful. You can lose yourself in nature, watching all of the wildlife that’s always running around, taking in the beautiful hundred-year-old cedar and black walnut trees, and just letting the world go by.
How is the home for entertaining?
It’s set up to entertain. The bedrooms are on one side of the house with the kitchen, dining room and great room on the other. You can host and have parties, while still having a private retreat if you need a break.
would you like the next homeowners to know about the property?
The history and architecture cannot be duplicated. You can see the hand-hewn logs that were used more than 100 years ago to build the house. It’s awesome. &
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beyond the frame
THE ART OF COLLECTING ABROAD
by faith berger •
Travelling on Canvas: Bringing the World Home
People are traveling more than ever—and often to destinations that feel once in a lifetime. We want to bring something back with us, not just souvenirs, but meaningful pieces that remind us of where we’ve been. For many, that means art. A painting, print or object from abroad carries the spirit of a culture and becomes part of our daily lives. I often return home with a piece of art—once a delicate crystal from Prague—that immediately transports me back to the place and moment.
A Journey Through Time
Travel-inspired art has been with us for centuries. During the Age of Exploration, maps and illustrated journals depicted newly discovered lands. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the Grand Tour introduced young aristocrats to European masterpieces, and artists like J.M.W. Turner translated those travels into luminous landscapes. Later, Impressionists absorbed Japanese woodblock influences, and Paul Gauguin’s Tahitian works reflected cultural immersion abroad. Today, artists continue this tradition, drawing on global experiences to create works that speak across cultures.
Styling with Global Influence
You don’t need to be an artist to live with this spirit. Incorporating travel-inspired art into your home allows your space to tell the story of where you’ve been—or where you dream of going. Instead of scattering small trinkets, curate art and objects with intention, placing them where they can be appreciated daily.
ANCHOR A ROOM: A painting of Venice’s canals or the American Southwest can become a focal point in a living or dining room.
MIX TEXTURES AND TRADITIONS: A Moroccan textile alongside contemporary furniture creates depth and narrative.
THOUGHTFUL WAYS TO BRING HOME PIECES THAT REFLECT CULTURE, MEMORY AND TIMELESS DESIGN
1. Buy What Speaks to You: Choose the piece that stirs emotion—you’ll never tire of living with it.
2. Support Local Artists: Seek out galleries, workshops and artisan markets for authentic works.
3. Consider Scale: Think about how a textile, sculpture or painting will live in your home.
4. Ask About Provenance: Stories of the artist and culture add depth to your collection.
5. Protect on the Journey Home: Pack with care or use professional shipping when available.
6. Curate, Don’t Clutter: Select with intention so every piece has room to shine.
ARCHITECTURAL ELEGANCE: Framed sketches or prints of landmarks— whether the Taj Mahal or the Eiffel Tower—add timeless sophistication.
LAYERED MEMORIES: Combine pieces from different trips to form a tapestry of your personal journeys.
From Travel to Home
When you select art abroad, you’re choosing more than décor—you’re preserving memory. Each piece embodies not just the look of a place but its energy: the bustle of a market, the quiet of a temple, the brilliance of a coastal sunset. Travel-inspired art grounds your home in story, inviting conversation and reflection.
In my own home, I live among many such pieces—artworks collected on my travels and treasures passed down from my mother, who brought back gifts from Peru, Panama, France and Holland. A cherished onyx box from her journeys sits beside Wedgewood pieces, each a reminder not just of another culture’s artistry but of my loved ones who carried them home. They are curated with intention to sit beside curated pieces I’ve collected through the years.
Whether you are collecting a high-end painting or a simple piece that resonates with your experience, I encourage you to find something on your next trip that brings you back—an object that allows the world’s beauty to live with you every day.
This is just the beginning of a larger story. In the coming issues, we’ll explore specific cultures—how Moroccan textiles, Italian glass or Japanese ceramics can be incorporated into modern living spaces. Each culture offers its own artistry, and each piece you bring home has the potential to become part of your personal canvas.
Experience the epitome of sophistication in this on e-of-a-kind full-floor penthouse, with 2,800 square feet of open-air terraces that capture panoramic views in every dire ction. Enter from your private elevator foyer to an elegant residence of timeless architecture and refined desi gn, perfectly tailored for both grand-scale enterta ining and effortless daily living.
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HOME TOUR | NAPA CABIN
THIS DELIGHTFUL DREAM OF A GUEST HOUSE IS SMALL BUT MIGHTY. It rests peacefully atop a vineyard-covered hill in St. Helena, Napa County, California—hello, weekend getaway goals. A stunning veranda and custom stone exterior anchor this home with a true farmhouse style. Be it the monumental evergreens or the sweeping landscape, this home was made to frame the most cherished of memories. This home was built using reclaimed wood sourced from a dairy farm in Wisconsin. A custom chaise hangs at the edge of the front porch. This chaise was designed with moveable wooden features so guests are able to adjust the piece to favor the view they prefer.
kitchen and dining
Gorgeous evergreen views envelop this kitchen and dining space. A stunning banquette sits across a large panel of steel framed windows. Factory style elements like these and custom iron work keep this rustic design feeling modern.
the great room
This great room presents a bold and balanced design. Layering organic and industrial elements like iron and leather brings an intense dynamic to the space. Floods of natural light create a light and airy mood by day. The custom darkened-steel fireplace transitions the room into a warm and comfortable nook by night. A sleek library style ladder provides a stylish entrance to the lofted bedroom above.
the bedrooms
This home includes a lofted bedroom above the great room and another looking out over a breathtaking vignette of evergreens. One incorporates a clean pallet, featuring classic stripes that complement the low rustic wooden beams. The other elects a more opulent variety of patterns and materials such as the antique rug and velvet lumbar pillow.
ARCHITECTURE: WADE DESIGN
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PHOTOS: PAUL DYER
Rachel Boxdorfer
Boxdorfer Burfield Team
REECENICHOLS REAL ESTATE
What can I do to increase my home’s value before listing?
Short answer: curb appeal, tending to small home repairs, cosmetic touch ups and de-cluttering. Stage the home professionally or work with a seller with their own furnishings.
Stephanie Oliver DIELMANN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Is it a seller’s or a buyer’s market?
We are still primarily a seller’s market in St. Louis County, with a continued lack of supply. Although, we are seeing a pull back for homes needing updates or floor plan changes.
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What should buyers know about the
The market still remains strong in St. Louis. Most homes, if prepared and priced well, sell quickly. It is important that buyers are ready with financing and expectations to set themselves up for success.
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Does it truly matter which buyer’s agent I collaborate with? Won’t the highest price always prevail?
Working with an agent who possesses the expertise to draft compelling offers and maintains strong connections within the community could make a significant difference. Listing agents generally prefer to work with agents they know and respect.
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Can staging a home actually lead to a quicker sale at a higher price?
For luxury homes especially, staging isn’t just about furniture — it’s about creating a lifestyle buyers aspire to, which makes it easier for them to justify paying top dollar.
Wendy Hermann
Espenschied Hermann Group
REECENICHOLS REAL ESTATE
What does the fall market look like for sellers?
The fall market is off to a strong start. For homes that are properly priced, staged and in market-ready condition, we are still seeing multiple offers. Having a home in market-ready condition is key.
Samuel Hall and Jeffrey Warner
The Warner Hall Group
DIELMANN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
What is the difference between a top selling agent and a top producing agent?
A top-selling agent closes the most homes, while a top-producing agent leads in sales volume. Top-selling means proven experience— the Warner Hall Group consistently achieves both, delivering unmatched results for every client.
QUICK BITES
by stephanie wallace
IN GOOD SPIRITS
Ted Wight
DIELMANN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Should I remove family photos?
Yes, family photos should come down. Buyers focus better on the property when it feels less personal, and in St. Louis, familiar faces can easily become an unintended distraction.
Joelle Webbe Hibbard
Joelle and Kathy Your Real Estate Concierge
REECENICHOLS REAL ESTATE
What does it take to succeed in today’s market?
The St. Louis market is still very strong and competitive. You need an agent with a strong network, negotiating skills and experience.
Mark and Neil Gellman
Should I wait until spring to sell my house?
No, listing in the fall or winter means less competition, more serious buyers, faster timelines and often stronger offers— advantages you won’t always find in spring’s
Pinnacle Imports has partnered with the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis to support victims of the May 16 tornado. Through Nov. 30, the distributor and its Riesling suppliers will be donating up to $24 per case sold to support recovery efforts. Since the disaster, Pinnacle also has been partnering with local restaurants for special events, happy hours and menu additions. For a full lineup of locations pouring and selling Riesling distributed by Pinnacle, visit the brand’s Instagram page.
SOMETHING’S BREWING
Brew in the Lou is back! Held Oct. 11 in Frances Park, the event brings together some of the region’s best breweries, wineries, restaurants and more for a fun-filled afternoon. Along with sampling drinks and eats, guests can look forward to the Homebrew People’s Choice Competition and live entertainment, including headliner Funky Butt Brass Band. Proceeds for Brew in the Lou benefit the Lutheran Elementary School Association’s scholarships and educational services. Advance tickets are available through Oct. 9 at brewinthelou.com.
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Looking for delectable Italian-style sandwiches? Don’t miss Big Mouth Sandwich Co. at both Perennial Artisan Ales and The Mack Bar & Grill in South City. … Pali Grill is offering a unique blend of Palestinian and American cuisine, including Arabian-style breakfast, kabob sandwiches, Philly cheesesteaks, chicken wings and more. The Halal concept debuted in August in Overland at 10612 Page Ave. … Good News Brewing Co. has opened a new location in Wildwood at 2603 West Ave. This is the sixth location for the brewery. … U. City is now home to Sikao Life Chinese BBQ, which is serving up authentic Chinese barbecue at 567-A Melville Ave.
NATIONAL NOTICE
St. Louis Chef Katie Lee of Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria has brought her frozen pizzas to shelves nationwide. Last month, four varieties rolled out in Target stores across the U.S. The options available include burrata margherita, pepperoni-stracciatella, meatball and black garlic burrata. &
jon jay WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED THAT YOU WANT TO PASS ONTO YOUNG PLAYERS?
The biggest thing is discipline and routine. It’s a sacrifice. You miss out on a lot of things that are happening around you, but it’s worth it in the end. For me, it’s important to continue to put the work in. One of the biggest things for me is putting yourself in uncomfortable situations during the practice, so during the game you’re comfortable.
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WHAT WAS IT LIKE ADJUSTING TO PLAYING IN COLLEGE UNDER COACH GENO AURIEMMA?
It was really hard. I knew it would be difficult physically because the other players would be bigger, faster and stronger, but I don’t think I was prepared for how hard it would be mentally. Coach Auriemma is very demanding, but that’s why you grow so much being there. I know it’s what made me into the player I am today. He really expects us not to just be the most talented team, but also the smartest. It wasn’t an easy journey to break old habits and start thinking in a totally different way.
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DID YOU EVER CONSIDER COACHING?
It crossed my mind to do some individual training, but I couldn’t coach. To be honest, I don’t think I have the patience. If a young player asks me about the game, I’m always willing to share my knowledge and help in any way I can. But I don’t want that much structure in retirement, having to be somewhere 10 hours a day. I still love football, but coaching wasn’t the direction I wanted to go in.
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BEST PERK OF BEING A PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL PLAYER. I have the opportunity to live out my dream. I also get to travel and meet different people, but just getting to play baseball is the biggest perk of all.
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WHAT DID YOU LEARN AS A COMPETITOR, AND WHAT DO YOU TRY TO PASS ON TO OTHER WOMEN?
I think it’s important to build a community of like-minded people who don’t just agree with one another but are honest. Seeing the women of today take things to the next level has been really inspiring. As great of an athlete as I may be considered, myself and other female athletes never got the recognition I felt we deserved in my day. It’s great seeing Candance Parker be the first woman to appear on the cover of the NBA 2K video game.
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