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JANUARY 2021 PUBLISHER

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A Fresh Start For Chesterfield

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WELL, WE'VE ARRIVED IN 2021!

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This past year felt like it went by both in a blur, and like it would never end. But

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one thing is certain—we wouldn’t have made it to this turn of the year without the

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support of our incredible community. That’s you!

Kara Savio, Julie Brown Patton, Kelley Lamm, Kathleen Kaiser, Emily Martinez, Victoria Babu

This January, we want to take time to focus on wellness: our health, your health and

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Chesterfield’s health. We all thrive when we work together and hold each other accountable. Make a point to check on your friends often this month. Offer to meet

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up for a fitness class, even if virtually. Maybe you ask for your family’s support as you begin the search for a therapist for the first time. Whatever the next step for you is, we want to remain connected. With preparation in mind, take a look at our article regarding what's called Seasonal Affective Disorder, which literally can make people SAD during winters. For anyone who's considering pursuing a fresh face for the New Year, please see the article about plastic surgery on page 24. We also suggest a hearty recipe, a good book and a special outdoor spot to visit in this edition. We get a glimpse from a St. Louisan about what it was like to be on a new, national TV show about cake decorating, too.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2021

FEATURES 20 Canyon Ranch: Another One Of Marcie’s Expert Travel Picks — Retreat To WorldRenowned, Immersive Wellness Resort In 2021

24 The Changing Faces of Plastic Surgery Dr. Christian Prada Continues Enhancing Lives

30 Winter Warm Up A Smoky, Spicy Twist Makes This

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ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL FIRST IN STL TO IMPLANT WATCHMAN DEVICE A St. Luke’s Hospital team became the first healthcare network in the St. Louis region to perform a commercial implant of the newly FDAapproved Watchman FLX device -- which is a next-generation, permanent heart implant. It's a catheter-based, non-surgically delivered device

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designed to close the left atrial appendage. The procedure increases safety by reducing the risk of stroke in certain patients with atrial fibrillation.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for

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the opening of SSM Health Day Institute at

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PARKWAY BOARD OF EDUCATION CANDIDATE FILING BEGAN DEC. 15 Two director positions are open on the Parkway Board of Education, each for a threeyear term, in the election slated for April 6, 2021. The terms of Matthew Schindler and Kevin

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Seltzer expire in April 2021. Interested and qualified persons may file in person at the Parkway Administrative Center, 455 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield.

St. Louis inventor and entrepreneur Akeem

Filing ends on Jan. 19, 2021, at 5 p.m. Filings

Shannon recently showed his wares on the TV

can be taken by appointment, except on the first

show "Shark Tank." In 2017, Akeem invented the

and last day of filing when filings will be taken in

"Flipstik," a device that attaches to a cellphone

the order they are received in-person. Filing will

back as a kickstand, allowing people to place the

not occur on days the school district's offices are

phone on most flat surfaces for hands-free use.

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day of filing) or in the event of a closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Filing also will not occur on the following holidays and breaks when the school district's offices are closed: Friday, Jan. 1, 2021; and Monday, Jan. 18, 2021.

GREAT CIRCLE MENTAL HEALTH GROUP ASSISTS LOCAL AND STATEWIDE CHILDREN Behavioral health nonprofit Great Circle named Mike Golden as vice president of education. Staffers of this St. Louis County-based nonprofit execute

trauma-informed

care

approach to 40,000-plus children and families annually from multiple campuses and community offices throughout Missouri. Mike has a doctorate's degree in educational leadership from Maryville University; his master’s and specialist degrees in educational administration are from William Woods University. He oversees the agency’s educational programming and curriculum standards delivered through eight specialized Great Circle Academy schools. He succeeds Peppy Howard-Willms, who recently retired after 40 years with Great Circle. Current leaders:

Great Andy

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board chair, of

Chesterfield; Peggy Gordin, vice chair, of Town and Country; Heather Wood, secretary, of Creve Coeur; Chris Tucker, treasurer, of Chesterfield. The group also appointed three new statewide board members: Emily Edgel, LCSW, of St. Louis; Brian Salmo, of St. Louis; and Jeri Ruff, LCSW, of Columbia. The

organization

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May we celebrate joy and hope in 2021. You can make a difference.

DISTRICT 89'S STATE REPRESENTATIVE RECEIVES MISSOURI 'BUSINESS CHAMPION' DESIGNATION Missouri Rep. Dean Plocher was named a 2020 Business Champion by Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry representatives. This honor recognizes state lawmakers who support policies to grow Missouri's economy, making the Show Me state more competitive overall. Dean

represents

St.

Louis

County's District 89, which includes Chesterfield, Country Life Acres, Crystal

Lake

Frontenac,

Park,

Huntleigh,

Des

Peres,

Kirkwood,

Ladue and Town & Country. He was first elected to state legislature in 2015. He is a practicing attorney who manages his own law firm in Clayton.

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PAGE TURNERS TV JOURNALIST JOAN LUNDEN CANDIDLY EXPLORES AGING

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V IC T OR I A' S B O O K C LU B TV Journalist and Author, Joan Lunden

“GOOD MORNING AMERICA!” For nearly two decades, those were the words we heard from TV broadcast veteran Joan Lunden when she greeted viewers on the ABC news program. As the longest-running female host ever on early morning television, Joan reported from 26 countries, covered five presidents, showcased several Olympics and kept us up-to-date on how to care for our homes, families and health. She’s a sought-after motivational speaker and has authored 12 books, including a memoir, Had I Known, documenting her breast cancer struggle and treatment. Now 70 years old, a mother of seven, including two sets of teen twins, Joan returned to morning television--reporting about Baby Boomers, aging and friendships on NBC’s The Today Show. In a virtual video interview with the journalist from her home, Joan tells me it was a question from a Hollywood reporter that prompted her to write her latest book, WHY Did I Come Into This Room? She recalls, “This young guy, his first question to me was, ‘Well, Ms. Lunden, what is it going to be like for you going back to morning television as a senior citizen?’ I almost fell off my chair!” she exclaims. “I mean, OK, fine. Technically, I am. But I’ve never

questions of themselves, including: “Am I still relevant?” and “Do

really thought of myself as one and it made me think

I have meaningful friendships?” Joan explains, “I didn’t want to

afterwards, is that how he sees me?”

just talk to women about their bodies and about their bladders

Joan truly believes age is just a number and uses

and their forgetfulness, but also how they feel about aging and

her wit and humor to explore getting older, along

how others see us. We want to stay vibrant because our mindset

with her own personal experiences. “After all,

is maybe one of the most important things.”

laughing is better than crying,” she quips, “unless laughing makes you pee.” The grandmother doesn’t hold back and no topic is off limits. Chapters include: Aging Ain’t

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“Just envision yourself embracing those positive changes in this New Year and how happy you could be savoring those moments,” says Marcie Boyle, owner of RSVP Events & Travel and Travel Leaders Chesterfield. She says it’s an immersive exploration of mind-body wellness

tion garden, fitness trainers, nutritionists, spiritual wellness guides, physicians, certified de-burdeners and airport transfers. The resort’s doctors and nurse practitioners can help identify concerns and collaborate with nutritionists and trainers to hone each guest’s plan.

in a relaxed setting of casual elegance and unsurpassed personal

“Most people get picked up at the airport by Canyon Ranch

service. “Plus they recently did $30 million in renovations,” she

and never leave the property until time to go back to the airport,”

adds. “The property is great for first time spa/wellness travelers

testifies Marcie.

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HERE WAS A TIME WHEN THE WORDS PLASTIC SUR-

GERY WERE ASSOCIATED WITH WEALTH AND THE AFFLUENT. However, the industry eventually dovetailed into mainstream life and has become more routine, likened to typical activities, such as going to the gym. Well-known plastic surgeon Dr. Christian Prada has been working magic on his clients for more than 16 years.

“As I’m getting older, I think about trying to spend more time together and not making it all about work.” “If you think about it, 15 years ago talking about plastic surgery on TV would have been taboo. Now patients are excited about their looks and want to share their experiences,” says Dr. Prada. After finishing a cosmetic surgery fellow-

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+ 1 cup water

ADAMS FOR HER TV BROADCASTING CAREER (SHE MOVED

+ 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained

TO 5 ON YOUR SIDE IN JANUARY 2020 AFTER WORKING AS

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+ 15 ounces can white beans, rinsed and drained

to report on another of her passions: fitness and health.

+ 1 cup frozen corn

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DIRECTIONS

goals. She has trained all ages—from children to seniors—and

Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat and sauté onion,

people of all levels, including athletes, models, actors, doctors

garlic and bell peppers for 5-8 minutes, until soft. Crumble in tem-

and first responders.

peh and add chili powder, coriander, cumin and oregano. Cook while

“I love to instill knowledge in my clients so they truly under-

stirring for 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, water and all beans. Cover and

stand what it takes to live a healthy life and not just do it for the

simmer for about 30 minutes. Add corn and cook for 5-10 more min-

moment,” states Monica.

utes. Serve over brown rice and top with cilantro, if desired.

When asked for a go-to warm up of a different sort, Monica shared her favorite chili recipe for keeping clients full and fit during the winter months. “Not only do I love this recipe, but I’ve heard from many of my meat-loving clients that this is one of their favorites due to the awesome spice in it,” she shares. This recipe was developed by Melissa Costello—the long-time chef for P90X creator Tony Horton—as a chili that is lower in saturated fat and higher in fiber than most beef versions, but still packed with protein and tons of flavor.

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ST. LOUISAN DEVA WILLIAMSON CHATS ABOUT FOOD NETWORK’S CANDY LAND—A GAME THAT EARNED HER $25K ARTICLE KATHLEEN KAISER | PHOTOGRAPHY

PERFECTING YOUR CAKE PHOTOGRAPHY AND SUGAR ARTISTRY TALENTS JUST MIGHT PAY OFF FOR YOU TOO, AS ST. LOUISAN DEVA WILLIAMSON RECENTLY

EXPERIENCED,

BEING

A PART OF THE WINNING TEAM OF THE INAUGURAL SEASON OF FOOD NETWORK’S ORIGINAL SUGAR ART COMPETITION, CANDY LAND! HOW DID YOU GET STARTED IN THE CULINARY ARTS? I attended culinary school, and I’ve been in the culinary industry for about 20 years now. But I didn’t venture into the baking aspect of it until my mother-in-law gave me her set of decorating tips, and it just

SWEET Q& A

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seemed like the challenge I’d been searching for. So I started perfecting my craft, creating with them all the time, which was surprising, as decorating wasn’t my strongest aspect of culinary school at all. HOW DID YOU END UP AUDITIONING FOR CANDY LAND? Well, that event in my life was rather surprising, too, to say the least. I’ve been doing my cake photography and sharing my creations with friends and family for years now. But when the producers of Candy Land saw my work via social media, it intrigued them enough that they wanted to see what I could do as a member of one of the teams. I was sort of 36

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Players Jewel Johnson, Deva Williamson, Ray Miranda-Vizcainco and Linda Khachadurian

Deva Williamson on Food Network's CANDY LAND

shocked at first when they called, as I wasn’t seeking the limelight

also very impressed by how the producers knew

at all. But, with reassurance and support of my family, I decided to

each of our backgrounds, and personalities so

take the leap, and head off to do the show. It turned out to be an

well, that they put the perfect people together to

incredible experience.

form each of our groups, to take on all the challenges that were set before us.

FOR READERS WHO HAVEN’T SEEN THE SHOW, CAN YOU SHARE WHAT HAPPENS IN CANDY LAND?

IT ALL SOUNDS PRETTY INTENSE AND

The producers put together five teams of individuals, and dropped

EXCITING. DO YOU HAVE ANY “WORDS

us onto a set that was made out of candy, that literally took us into the

OF WISDOM” FROM YOUR EXPERIENCES

world of the board game, Candy Land. Each week, we were given an

ON CANDY LAND FOR YOUR FELLOW

assignment that sends us scavenging for actual elements through-

SUGAR AND CAKE ARTISTS IN THE ST.

out the lands of the game: Peppermint Forest, Gumdrop Mountains,

LOUIS REGION?

Lollipop Woods, Lemon Lime Springs or Chocolate Mountain, to cre-

The one thing that comes to mind is: If any

ate our confectionary masterpieces, for a chance to win $25,000. It

opportunity arises throughout your life, take it.

was rather nerve-racking creating under the time restraints, as I am

I wasn’t in search of this incredible opportunity,

used to taking my time when I create, whether it takes me two hours

but it came my way, and even though I was

to develop and design a cake, or ten or more. I’m used to bringing

apprehensive to say yes, I am so happy that I

my artistry to life on my own schedule. Then, when you add in the

took a chance on ME!

element of learning to work in a team environment, which I hadn’t done before, well, that was a learning experience, too. But I really feel

To catch all the episodes of the inaugural season

that this opportunity has totally stoked my creativity, and helped me to

of Candy Land, and to see Deva and her team in

develop a stronger skill set than when I started down this path. I was

action, visit FoodNetwork.com.

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INSPIRED BY

C H

YO U A R E T H E C ATA LY S T F O R CHANGE

ARTICLE DR. JOHN C. MAXWELL IF SOMEONE WERE TO ASK YOU, “WHAT GETS YOU OUT OF BED IN THE MORNING?” how would

you reply? Would you talk about your job or your family? Would you tell them about a dream you’re chasing or a goal you’re trying to meet? What we give our lives to says a lot about who we are. For forty years now, I’ve gotten out of bed in the morning with one single focus: adding value to leaders

I’ve spent decades learning what it takes to trans-

who will multiply value to others.

form communities and countries, and with my

Because of that focus, I’ve authored over 80 books

writing partner, Rob Hoskins, have produced a

on relationships, equipping people, attitude, and lead-

book that offers step by step instruction on how

ership, all with the purpose of expanding my reach to

leaders—people who care to make a difference—

add value to leaders.

can produce transformation in their own backyard.

Four decades, dedicated to making better leaders.

It’s a book written for everyone—including you.

But now, as I enter into my fifth decade, my purpose

You are a potential catalyst for change in your

has expanded. I still get of bed with the goal of adding

community, no matter where you live, no matter

value to leaders who will multiply value to others, but

what you do. All it takes is your willingness to

there’s an even greater purpose behind it all.

step up as a leader. Harriet Tubman once said,

Transformation. I want to see our world transformed

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always

into one where every human being is encouraged and

remember, you have within you the strength, the

allowed to live to their full potential. Imagine what it would

patience, and the passion to reach for the stars

be like to live in a world where everyone—men, women,

and change the world.”

children—were equipped and empowered to live a life of deep purpose. We would truly see a transformed world.

RENOWNED LEADERSHIP COACH DETAILS HOW CHANGE IN A COMMUNITY CAN START WITH ONE PERSON: YOU

If you dream of changing your community, or city, or country, you must not only dream, you must

That’s the message of my latest book, Change Your

also act. Many things in life just happen, but pos-

World: How Anyone, Anywhere Can Make a Difference.

itive change isn’t one of them. Changing anything

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in our world requires someone to be the catalyst. Someone like you.

Leaders like you become catalysts for change when they do three things: pick a problem to address, invite others to join them, and do what they can where they are. Dr. John C. Maxwell

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INSPIRED BY (CONTINUED)

1. Pick a Problem to Address A leader can never become a catalyst until he or she first takes ownership of the problem they wish to solve. You cannot rally people to a cause that you aren’t willing to own, especially these days; people know when a leader is being half-hearted, and they don’t respect it. When you pick a problem to solve or a cause to rally around, you must have conviction in order to succeed. Over the years, I’ve learned that whenever I feel a sense of conviction about an issue, I need to start moving in the direction I believe I should go, even if I’m uncertain. Action creates ownership, and ownership creates credibility with people. And you need that

credibility because transformation cannot be done by one person alone—we all need people to join us on the journey.

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2. Invite Others to Join You When you’ve settled on the problem you want to tackle you should immediately begin looking for others to join you. In the book, Rob and I recommend starting with friends and family; you already have influence with them, and chances are you’re of like mind in many areas. Go to those family members who frequently ask you for advice or seek your opinion on personal matters, as you likely have greater influence with them. To move beyond family, however, you’ll need to take a leap of faith and

2. to the Join You beginInvite sharing yourOthers passion for solving problem with other people. Passion

attracts, and when people come to you with interest, don’t be afraid to ask

When them you’ve settled the you to your tackle you Empowering people what they on think or problem invite them to want improve ideas. should immediately begin looking to join you. In the to help you creates a bond, for andothers once that bond is established, you will quickly book, Rob and I recommend withwith friends you discover who you canstarting truly work and and invitefamily; them to take action with you. already have influence with them, and chances are you’re of like

3. Do What You Can Where You Are

mind in many areas. Go to those family members who frequently

ask you for advice or seek your opinion on personal matters, as you likely have greater influence with them.

the final step. It you’ll doesn’t have be abig or grand; it doesn’t even To moveAction beyondis family, however, need to to take leap of be guaranteed of success. Nothing happens faith andhave begintosharing your passion for solving the problem within life until someone does Passion something, and once you take yourcome first step, thewith next step will come into other people. attracts, and when people to you focus.be Remember thatthem transformation is a process, an event. It takes time interest, don’t afraid to ask what they think or invite not them andyour repeated to bringpeople about positive change. So focus on purpose, not to improve ideas. action Empowering to help you creates a perfection, doiswhat you know to will do. quickly discover bond, and once thatand bond established, you These threewith steps may seem too but with I assure who you can truly work and invite them to simple, take action you. you they work. The goal of all transformational movements is making things better however possible. Incremental change is better than the status quo; and when you’re truly committed to making your community a better place, you know that any improvement is a significant improvement.

If you’d like to learn more about transformation

No matter what problems or challenges face your

and how to become a leader of transformation, then

community, you are the catalyst for change that can

I encourage you to pick up my book, Change Your

make all the difference. But you must choose to get

World, from your favorite bookstore or online retailer.

involved; transformation won’t choose you—you

If you’re concerned about making the world a better

must choose transformation.

place, then you know that now is the best time for leaders like us to make that dream a reality.

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

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ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

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DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Village Green Condos

$130,000

100%

Chesterfield Village Townhomes

$169,000

$165,000

98%

1.5

Shenandoah

$250,000

$260,000

104%

Greens of Broadmoor

$279,900

$280,000

100%

3.5

Baywood Villages

$440,000

$405,000

92%

Ladue Trails

$479,900

100%

Thousand Oaks

$500,000

$480,000

96%

Baywood Villages

$510,000

$485,000

95%

2.5

Chesterfield Estates

$489,000

100%

2.5

Thousand Oaks

$475,000

$497,000

105%

2.5

Chesterfield Farms

$489,900

$506,000

103%

3.5

August Hills

$625,000

$600,000

96%

3.5

Stonehill Village

$649,900

$640,000

98%

3.5

Wilson Farm Estates

$699,900

$690,000

99%

4.5

Kehrs Mill Estates

$859,900

$840,000

98%

4.5

Greystone

$895,500

$875,000

98%

4.5

Eagle Crest Estates

$1,039,000

$998,000

96%

3.5

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JANUARY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

park pics components were can-

April 6, 2021. The filing period began

celed this season.)

on Dec. 15, 2020. City Hall offices

FIRST DAY HIKE

Onondaga Cave State Park

Park staffers will host a First Day Hike on the Deer Run Trail. This moderate 2.5-mile hike takes guests through a rocky hardwood forest, on top of a bluff overlooking the

are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

CHESTERFIELD HISTORIC & LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING Chesterfield City Hall

2021 ST. LOUIS WINTER WHISKEY TASTING FESTIVAL

Meramec River and into a glade res-

Chesterfield Historic & Landmark

toration area. It will be led by a park

Preservation Committee members

Organizers seek to connect whiskey

naturalist. Check with park staff in

are slated to have a meeting at 690

lovers with great whiskey and to

case of inclement weather by calling

Chesterfield Parkway West in room

build consumer relationships with

573.245.6576.

102/103. This

works

top whiskey brands. The event typi-

toward education, outreach and

cally offers premium, VIP and general

preservation of Chesterfield's dis-

admission ticket packages, ranging

tinctive historic, archeological and

in price, tastings and gifts. Email

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ments that represent the city's cul-

check the event's page on Facebook

St. Charles Family Arena

tural, social, economic, political and

to reconfirm event and current plans

The Family Arena staffers promise

architectural history.

due to pandemic considerations.

TOBYMAC’S HITS DEEP TOUR (RESCHEDULED A THIRD TIME)

STORM OF PROGRESS FREE EXHIBIT STARTS

touchless ticketing experience go to

TobyMac’s Hits Deep Tour, originally

Storm of Progress: German Art after

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1800 presents the museum’s world-

visit LotOfLights.com or get updates

previously rescheduled for both

class collection of German art of the

at Facebook.com/FamilyArena.

August6, 2020, and Jan. 13, 2021,

last 200 years. From Romanticism in

has been rescheduled once again

the 1800s to the eclectic globalism

for Oct. 3, 2021. Toby McKeehan,

that followed the fall of the Berlin

better known by his stage name

Wall in 1989, this exhibition highlights

WINTER WONDERLAND: CARRIAGE RIDES AND VEHICLES

TobyMac, is a Christian hip hop

how art, politics and history are inex-

recording artist, music producer,

tricably linked. The exhibit is free but

songwriter and author.

a ticket is required.

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TOY DISPLAY AND SELFGUIDED PRESENTATIONS

committee

To Be Announced

snow every night as they transform the parking lot into a lot of lights. This spectacular drive-through, holiday show features lasers, holograms, projection mapping and yes, plenty of lights. Tickets are $25 per car ($40 for limos/party busses). For a

Enterprise Center

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Tilles Park

Slowly meander through more than a million glimmering lights fashioned into 100-plus displays of festive characters and winter scenes. Enjoy the canopy of lights glisten-

Chesterfield City Hall

ing throughout 75 acres of park-

Chesterfield's city clerk will accept

land. Cost is $10 per family vehicle;

Declaration of Candidacy forms until

Delight in the toys on display in

call 314.534.1111 for carriage rides.

Jan. 19 at 5 p.m. from those wishing

this charming 19th century fam-

Visit WinterWonderlandSTL.com/

to run for the city's mayoral and

ily home. Tour guides lead guests

tickets or WWLStL.com. (Note

council member positions during

through the house and share facts

that the typical walk-through and

the municipal election scheduled on

about Eugene Field, the “Children’s

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Field House Museum

Poet,” and his father, Roswell Field, the key attorney for Dred Scott. Face masks required; space is limited;

When the science of clear, natural sound meets

The art of invisibility

social distancing is encouraged. Tour reservations for $5-$10 can be made by calling 314.421.4689.

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"Have Blues Will Travel" is based on the Negro Motorist Green Books published from 1936-1966 to help Black

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