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During this season of giving thanks, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the many blessings in our lives. We were so excited and blessed to experience a Kansas City Chiefs Football game front row at Arrowhead Stadium recently. What an experience it was to be a part of such a huge crowd and witness the enthusiasm firsthand. It is so enlightening to try something new, whether it is gathering at a tailgate, in front of a warm campfire or around a table with friends and family it is a time to be thankful and refresh the spirit on the many blessings in our lives. The true spirit of Thanksgiving involves the conscious expression of gratitude, spending time with those we love, and “giving back” in meaningful ways. Our November issue is dedicated to stories of gathering, gratefulness and giving back to our community. One great example of that is the STL Blues Better Halves. You can be a part of their fundraising efforts at Sip, Shop & Show on Dec. 7 (page 22). We are thankful for all the people who support so many wonderful organizations and help make our city the vibrant community that it is. We are thankful for our readers, and especially for our advertising partners who help bring this magazine to your doorsteps each month. They are part of our vision and purpose of bringing inspiring stories and the good news of the community directly to you. This holiday season as we prepare to gather with our families and friends, and in the true spirit of thanksgiving, let’s set aside time to consider what really makes life meaningful and be earnestly thankful for those blessings. From our table to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.

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inside the issue The Thankful Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

18 Falling For Neutrals

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Local Experiences

Hosting Tips

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Giving Back

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Inspired By

Our Town

Artist’s Palette

Education Corner

Events

Party Planning

Seasonal Decor Tips for Keeping It Simple

22 STL Blues Better Halves

Sip, Shop & Show Special Event To Raise Funds For Thankful Nonprofit Groups

30 We Celebrate You!

A Celebration Cruise To Thank Our City Lifestyle Partners and Contributors

40 She Got The Degree But She Already Had The Gift

Psychology Grad Uses Paint Instead Of Counsel To Heal

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Photography: Maddi Manheimer On The Cover St. Louis Blues Better Halves (Clockwise from top center) Dominique Pino(Berube), Kaitlyn Acciari, Brittney Greiss, Erica Ott, Polina Torochenko, Ksenia Barbashev On location at Stifel Theatre Hair and Makeup Artistry by Kasey Lamm Stoudt Makeup Artistry by Charlotte Rose Monks

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1: St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s new musician: Matthew Roitstein, principal flutist. 2: St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s new musician: Kevin Ritenauer, associate principal timpanist/section percussionist. 3: St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s new musician: Julia Paine, second bassoonist. 4: St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s new musician: Alejandro Valdepeñas, associate principal violist. 5: The Saint Louis Art Fair presented by Centene Charitable Foundation presents Love is in the Art 6: Meet Iona Handcrafted Books at The St. Louis Art Fair in Clayton 7: Govero Salons grand opening during Clayton Art Fair; Rob Govero and Maria Sinito (middle).

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8: Bespoke Apparel’s Dani Corbitt with DJ Howe Celebrating with City Lifestyle aboard the Miss Augusta. 9: St. Louis native and singer-songwriter Lizzie Weber recently released her single “Fidalgo.” Self-produced 2023 album. 10: Cottleville, Clayton and Chesterfield Mayors with family enjoying a good time aboard the Miss Augusta 11: Clayton Residents April and Ryan Hammer owners of The Brass Rail Steakhouse aboard Miss Augusta 12: Ozzie Smith, Yolanda Lankford, Amy and Gregg Woods celebrating aboard Miss Augusta with City Lifestyle. 13: A Polo Match to benefit SSM Cardinal Glennon Gallop 14: The Staley Family Foundation helping to raise money for the SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Gallop

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Clayton Student Appointed To St. Louis County Youth Advisory Council Avery-Clare Duecker, a Clayton High class of 2024 student, was appointed to the St. Louis County Youth Advisory Council by County Executive Sam Page. She's a student-athlete with a background in media, music, science and ambassador work. The council was established in 2021 and is charged with advising county agencies on matters affecting youth, from increasing voter turnout to renovating county parks.

Local Schools And Districts Rank Among Best In Missouri Two local school districts made the top 20 in the nation among the 2023 list from the online data site Niche: Clayton was ranked at No. 13 and Ladue came in at No. 15. Regarding the high-ranking public high schools, the top seven schools in Missouri are all from the St. Louis area. They are, in order: Ladue Horton Watkins, Clayton, Lafayette, Parkway West, Marquette, Parkway Central and Kirkwood. NOVEMB ER 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C O M / C L AY TO N

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

The holidays are here, and it's time to enjoy all that Our Area has to offer to celebrate this time of the year. From holiday markets to festive lights to pop up shops and establishments to enjoy a firepit, we have you covered to help get you in the holiday spirit.

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ite has been in Ladue since 1974 as a veteran sports-themed operation serving a pubby menu in a comfortable, memorabilia-filled setting. 9901 Clayton Road, Ladue, MO TILLES PAR K WINTER WONDER LAND: Meander among a million twinkling holiday lights fashioned into 100-plus displays of holiday characters, and festive scenes. Carriage rides are offered through Dec. 12; MetroTix.com or 314.534.1111. 9551 Litzsinger Road, St. Louis, MO NOR THWEST COFFEE R OASTING COMPANY: This bustling cafe and roasting facility has outdoor seating; drinks, pastries, and wholesale coffee, with a limited breakfast and lunch menu. 4251 Laclede Ave., St. Louis, MO BILLY G'S KIR KWOOD: Partake of the seasonal lush outdoor patio; start with an appetizer and local craft beer while enjoying the inviting atmosphere of the Fire Table. 131 West Argonne Drive, Kirkwood, MO WASHINGTON FAR MER S' MAR KET OLDE FASHIONED CHR ISTMAS: Nov. 27: Free; Visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus; Marshmallow Roasting; Photos with Reindeer; Christmas Crafts; Cookie Decorating; Face Painting; Local Choirs; Washington Brass Band. 317 W. Main St., Washington, MO Tilles Park Winter Wonderland Photography Courtesy of St. Louis County Parks

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Falling For Neutrals SEASONAL DECOR TIPS FOR KEEPING IT SIMPLE

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I love decorating for the holiday season, but it gets tough if trying to keep a home decor airy, light and neutral. My home is full of neutrals, such as linen, khaki, white and gray, so decorating for the holidays can be tricky with the bright and bold themes on display at the stores. Here are tips regarding how to achieve a festive look without going overboard.

LESS IS MORE First, whenever decorating for the holiday season, I clear what's possible to make room for what's coming. I eliminate decor pieces that are displayed year-round to avoid adding clutter to rooms. Giving decor pieces or floral arrangements their own space to shine can pull the room together and make it feel very designed.

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STICK TO THE PALETTE As best as possible, I try to stick to each of the color palettes in my room. When it’s time to bring out pumpkins or holiday Santas, I stick to white and neutral or add in color pops of gold and silver to keep everything flowing. If I start to add too many primary colors, it ends up looking like a mash-up gone astray.

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CELEBRATE MEMORIES The holidays are often bursting with family traditions and memories, and decor can reflect that, too. I have many items handed down over the years that I like admiring, but if they aren’t quite right for my room, there are options to bring the spirit of them to life. Framed holiday family photos in a black and white filter are an excellent way to tie in your history of celebrating in a subtle way.

LOOK TO NATURE Some of my favorite items to use for holiday decor come from a simple nature walk. Using actual items you find, or just getting inspiration from the outdoors is a great way to bring sights of the season indoors. For fall, elements such as branches, leaves and neutral gourds match with everything. For winter, I love using sticks with berries or evergreen branches with pine cones to fill vases. Add a battery-operated strand of lights and you’re looking just like a designer home magazine spread.

GO COZY Swapping out usual throw pillows and throw blankets for plushy, cuddly materials and seasonal prints are another simple way to add holiday spirit without being so literal. Opting for neutral plaids, cable knits, or sherpa materials add that feeling of fall and winter.

CATER TO ALL THE SENSES Don’t forget about the smell! Stocking up on candles that smell like the season is the last missing piece for a holiday vibe. The total sensory feeling of the holidays is what really brings a home to life, whether it's pumpkin spice burning for Thanksgiving or a fresh pine and cedar for Christmas.

If items aren’t working together, don’t be afraid to get crafty. Painting pumpkins with spray paint or tying some neutral ribbons around existing vases is an easy and affordable way to make them fit a specific aesthetic.

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STL Blues Better Halves SIP, SHOP & SHOW SPECIAL EVENT TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THANKFUL NONPROFIT GROUPS This time of year emphasizes gratitude stemming from opportunities to help others and be helped when needed. The St. Louis Blues 'Better Halves' group is a prime example of that valuable, selfless support. They're stepping up to provide a fun fundraising evening of fashion, cocktails, hor d’oeuvres, a silent auction and door prizes at a Sip, Shop & Show on Dec. 7. The Better Halves group is composed of wives and girlfriends of St. Louis Blues hockey players, coaching staff and managers. "Better Halves' goal is to generate funds that go back to the community," says Dominique Pino, Better Half of St. Louis Blues Hockey Head Coach Craig Berube. "We work with various charities to instill wellness and empowerment. Fashion is a fun way we're all connected. We're excited to have this additional, personal connection with the St. Louis community and fans." Hannah Arnold, director of St. Louis Blues Community Development and Blues For Kids Foundation, says show attendees at Stifel Theatre will receive a special swag bag. The event occurs between 6-9 p.m. at 1400 Market St. in St. Louis. Dominique lends a specific, personal flair to this event's planning, as she's an enterprising designer of customized clothing, home decor and upcycled furniture. She knows firsthand how clothes, or the right wardrobe, actually can change lives by building self-esteem. "It wasn’t until I worked with patients with special fashion needs that I truly saw how clothing affects confidence," she explains. "I've had the pleasure to help others find comfortable apparel that helps with compression or prosthetics." She says the simple pleasure of putting on everyday clothing is truly something many take for granted. Dominique has headed several fashion show fundraisers since 2009 to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer organizations in her home state of Pennsylvania. "My mom is a CONTINUED >

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survivor, and I always felt I needed to do more to raise awareness," she adds. "Amber Van Ryn, the wife to Blues Assistant Defensive Coach Mike Van Ryn, is a breast cancer survivor as well. She introduced our group to STL Pink Ribbon Girls, and we've been working closely with them now for a few years."

MORE SIP, SHOP & SHOW DETAILS Show tickets are $100 each, and can be secured through Ticketmaster.com/Stifel/FashionShow. Attendance will be limited to 200 participants. Dayna O'Reilly, the wife of St. Louis Blues Captain, Ryan O'Reilly, says proceeds from the fashion fundraiser will go toward assisting organizations, such as Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls, Lydia’s House, Pink Ribbon Girls, RISE and Stray Rescue of St. Louis. During 2019, the $8,150 proceeds from a limited-edition clothing line designed by Blues Better Halves benefitted Hockey Fights Cancer. They've also assisted Operation Shower, a nonprofit that hosts baby showers for military families. Additionally,

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they raised funds for the National Diaper Bank Network and volunteered at Urban Harvest STL. Hannah says Blues Better Halves have contributed for 11-plus years to Lydia’s House families, with one of the most impactful and meaningful projects being shopping on behalf of, and decorating for, women and children who move into the transitional house as a safe space to heal from domestic violence. "Without ever meeting the Lydia's House women and children, the Better Halves create a warm, homelike space for them to recover," Hannah adds. "Projects like this are what we are raising money for. The more we can raise, the more we can give back."

BLUES BETTER HALVES MEMBERS: Kaitlyn Acciari, Camille Argentieri, Cris Prosperi, Kseni Barbashev, Megan Cronin, Aleksandra Zharynskaia, Chloe Faulk, Kennedy Frk, Brittney Greiss, Kate Gallagher, Alina Zareinik, Melanie Krug, Amelia Hilbrands, Bianca Lane, Courtney McLaughlin, Emma Sulonen, Dayna O'Reilly, Alyssa Saad,

Jess Surowiec, Kelsey Schenn, Yana Tarasenko, Jen Dumont, Polina Toropchenko, Tayla Walker, Dominique Pino, Amber Van Ryn, Erica Ott, Debbie MacTavish, Paula Seward, Gillyon Alexander, Kelly Armstrong. Erica Ott, the wife of Blues Assistant Coach and former player Steve Ott, says it's a privilege to welcome and help people in the community. "The most precious thing we have to give is our time, and the unselfish effort to cheer others up is a powerful force. On behalf of myself and fellow St. Louis Blues Better Halves, we're honored to share our talent and creativity for positive changes and blessings." Yana Tarasenko, Better Half of player Vladimir Tarasenko, says St. Louis has become their second home. "There are a very large number of families, people and kids with different needs. I'm happy to contribute to the St. Louis community and charities. Many think it's almost impossible to help everyone, but even doing small things, we make people smile and they have hope again."

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Bon voyage as City Lifestyle welcomed our mayors, celebrities, special guests, friends, family and our advertising partners aboard the magnificent Miss Augusta for our own Celebration Cruise. Words cannot begin to describe our absolute joy at greeting our guests—each of whom has played an integral part in our journey as publishers and owners of Chesterfield, then St. Charles County and now Clayton City Lifestyle Magazines. We held our champagne glasses high as we left the Yacht Club Of St. Louis marina and proclaimed: Cheers to Five Years! We were toasting not only our own successes but the people of our surrounding communities who have played a huge part in them. So thank you again to Dave and Jerri Hoffmann, owners of the Hoffman Family of Companies and the Miss Augusta; Clayton Mayor Michelle Harris; Chesterfield Mayor Bob Nation; and CONTINUED >

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As Ellen Gale, executive director of the Clayton Chamber of Commerce, thinks about the past year, she shares that she's struck by the incredibly strong and committed community of Clayton. "I feel lucky to have built long-lasting relationships with our members, our sponsors, our board members and our volunteers. We have been able to continue to support our businesses throughout the pandemic because of these relationships," she says. "Next year, the Clayton Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 70th anniversary. We look forward to continuing to educate, support and connect our members for another 70 years." There's still time this year, however, to join two upcoming events. Clayton Chamber of Commerce members will host Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge, executive director of St. Louis Lambert International Airport as featured speaker at the group's Nov. 17 "Lunch with a Leader." The luncheon will be held at the Clarendale Clayton, 7651 Clayton Road. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch and

talk from noon to 1 p.m. Advance reservations only may be made at ClaytonCommerce.com or by calling the Clayton Chamber of Commerce at 314.726.3033. The cost to attend is $20 and includes complimentary parking at the Clarendale – Clayton. The chamber's "Pillars in the Community" event will honor Jason Hall, CEO of Greater St. Louis, Inc., on Dec. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis, 100 Carondelet. Greater St. Louis is a bi-state metropolitan area that completely surrounds and includes the independent city of St. Louis. Its staff is dedicated to St. Louis’ economic growth and prosperity as a global metropolitan region that expands economic opportunity for all. This chamber is located within the Parkway Tower. 225 S. Meramec Ave., Suite 300 ccc@claytoncommerce.com 314.726.3033 ClaytonCommerce.com

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Isabella Brouster knows all about making the best of every opportunity. A 2021 University of Missouri-Columbia psychology graduate, Isabella says she had planned to obtain her master’s degree in school counseling, driven by wanting to help people. As it turns out, the self-taught artist chased her dream, ran with opportunity, and now gets to do just that, but with her art rather than her counsel. “I decided to follow my passion,” Isabella says. “One of my first memories was trying to sell pencil drawings of my favorite characters from children’s books in grade school. I was trying to make them come to life. I would draw me in their worlds.” While Isabella did take an art class in high school—in fact, she credits her high school art teacher, Christine Sarra, for igniting her love of painting—she never studied art in college, because she “disagreed with people being graded on their artwork.” Instead of art, Isabella studied the human mind. And the payoff has been that she gets to use both psychology and art in her work now. “A lot of what I do now has a healing effect. When I paint a person’s deceased loved ones or pets or their childhood homes, there is a healing effect. Being able to bring that to life for them again, being able to console someone through my artwork is the best.” She also paints murals and takes on commissions. She primarily works on oil paintings on canvas. Isabella presently gets most of her gigs from word of mouth. She also markets her work on Instagram. But most recently, she was hired by City Lifestyle publisher, Kelley Lamm, to render drawings for a series of children’s books that Kelley is writing called, “Oh Olive!” Isabella isn’t the first artist in her family, although she might be the first paid one of modern times. She says her maternal grandmother and great-grandmother, as well as her paternal grandfather, are all artists, though none were paid for their talents. She did, however, discover a relative on Ancestry.com who lived in France in the eighteenth century and was considered a “famous artist…I actually have a few of his drawings and paintings.” Isabella says she hopes the opportunity to work with Kelley will give her a wider audience. “I would love for people to see my artwork and recognize that it’s me: ‘That’s an Isabella Brouster!’”

Isabella Brouster also paints alcohol and wine bottles with cocktails next to them. "I love the way liquid looks in glass and the distortion that occurs," she says. "People use them to decorate their bar spaces and to give an art deco feel."

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ACA DEM Y OF THE SACR ED HEA RT Now in its third century, the Academy of the Sacred Heart welcomes Timothy Horner as the 46th Head of School while it celebrates the 50th anniversary of going co-ed. A Catholic, independent school open to children of all faiths, PK3-8th grade, students are educated and inspired to become courageous, confident leaders. “As a new member of the Academy community, I am grateful for the kindness and care of our students and have felt warmly welcomed by all constituents,” says Tim. “The values of our school are strong because of the character of our students.”

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Your Autumn Dinner Party Is Served Catering experts Chef Kyle and Hannah Williams, owners of Savor & Swirl culinary company, create an outdoor dinner party with chef-driven perennial dishes served in beautiful seasonal settings.

For this alfresco Autumn Dinner Party, Chef Kyle draws on favorite fall recipes updated for a modern palate and paired with wine selections to complement the bountiful feast. Hannah creates an iconic autumn ambiance using artisanal table settings and mixed flannels for each guest to blanket any chill on a brisk evening. Whether for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or a new November tradition, it’s time to get outdoors again surrounded in sweater-weather coziness while sharing bites and clinks with family and friends.

“Thin k f l an n el bl an k ets , woo d e n t a bl es , f ire pit s , o pe n g r ill s , st r ing light s an d can dl es to c reat e a really cool e nv iron m e nt you h ave n’t bee n a bl e to d o all s u m m e r.”

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• Build a menu around the season. “In November, people crave turkey, sage stuffing and cranberry sauce,” Chef Kyle says. “Autumn dinners mean bigger-course meals with varied proteins, like turkey, duck and sirloin, hearty starches, and good fall produce, especially root vegetables such as butternut squash and pumpkin.” • Always greet guests with a beverage and appetizers. “Offer champagne for wine-lovers or a sparkling drink or signature cocktail. It’s all about serving guests to the highest caliber,” Kyle says. • Draw inspiration from the season’s changing colors, cooler temps and lower humidity to move back outdoors. “Think flannel blankets, wooden tables, fire pits, open grills, string lights and candles to create a really cool environment you haven’t been able to do all summer.” • “You can’t go wrong with fresh flowers,” Hannah says, “but keep bouquets low to not interfere with conversation flowing. For fall, I like richer, jewel-toned florals to mix and match and keep whimsical. I vary glass vases with burnished brass for warm fall vibes.” • An easy but thoughtful detail is to put a simple menu at each place setting, so guests know what to expect. “Add a pen, so guests can jot tasting notes, especially for wine pairings or multiple courses,” Hannah says. “Guests can share comments, then take the menu home as a sweet reminder of the event.” • Follow the French principle of mise en place or everything in place before your event. “This is actually our company’s name,” Kyle says. “It’s that important to us. Make sure the wines are all open, cocktails are pre-made, place settings are out, candles are lit and music is playing. When guests arrive, it gives that wow-factor and shows you intentionally made them feel special.” • To build confidence as a host, start small and practice. “Keep the menu and guest list small,” Kyle says. “Choose recipes you already have confidence in. If you make a great Beef Stroganoff, then go with that. People will love it!” • As fun as it is to dine outside, always have an indoors back-up plan. “We’ve had to bring it indoors before,” Hannah says. “It’s still fun.” CONTINUED > NOVEMB ER 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C O M / C L AY TO N

Wine Pairing

According to Savor & Swirl, wine pairing doesn’t need to be overly complicated for a casual outdoor dinner party. Have a lighter and fuller body style of white and red available with some sparkling thrown in. “Lighter to medium-bodied wines from Rhône Valley, Italy or California would be a good place to start,” they state. “Viognier is one of our favorite wines that goes great with fall-inspired cuisines. Pinot Noir wine goes great with just about any food. Lean towards California or Willamette Valley for a new-world style and go with France for a more earthy, old-world style. A big bold Napa Cab would fall in perfectly for the grilled ribeye steak! Cheers!”

Want to see more? Scan the QR code for dinner menu recipes. ABOUT SAVOR & SWIRL Chef Kyle Williams has over 22 years of experience in the elite culinary industry, including 2 Michelin-starred restaurants in Italy, resorts in Hawaii, and alongside prestigious NYC celebrity chefs Todd English, David Burke, and Daniel Boulud. Savor & Swirl has recently expanded to include nationwide mobile catering. Book online, and they will bring their expertise to you, including customizable, in-home dinner parties or luncheons for holidays, events, business gatherings and surprise pop-ups. “We love to gather with people who value breaking bread together around a table with the special people in their lives.” savorandswirl.com Instagram: @savorandswirl, #savorandswirl

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