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Encircling oneself with cheery, themed balloon igloos for a memorable Valentine's or Galentine's Day picnic celebration? Yes, please! Even in unpredictable winter weather, Alpaca Picnic founder and owner Julie Ellison says she can provide heated igloo arrangements. "We actually have several options during winter seasons, such as outdoors in sunlit, covered areas; driveways; indoor picnics at dining tables; or the heated igloos. When booking, we always discuss a weather backup date in case it's raining or the temperature drops below 32 degrees." For Valentine's Day, she says she works with red, pink and heart shapes, garnered with other romantic touches, if requested, such as lacy doilies and chocolate-covered strawberries. Upon customer requests, she's also done dark, Gothic setups with black and red applications. She says tea parties are extra special because she uses her grandmother's china. The former travel director for Maritz Travel and flight attendant on private jets says her grandma would be proud guests get to sip and cheer life's moments with her dishes. "Big groups of Galentine's are always fun, and it's popular to do 'Mommy and Me' Valentine's picnics, sometimes with friends and their daughters," she adds. "Some customers have crystal-clear visions of what they want and some suggest that I create things however it works best. It's helpful when customers share inspirational pictures of what they had in mind." Julie launched Alpaca Picnic during November 2020 after San Diego-based event-planning gigs were canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions and moving back to her hometown of St. Louis. She named the business that due to wanting something unique and with a little personality. "Alpaca picnic is a play on words, as in 'I will pack a picnic.' I have a very clever friend, Ross Milton, who helped me craft the name. I was tossing around STL Picnic Company, or Julie Abel Set the Table. But when Ross suggested Alpaca Picnic, I knew that was it. Its distinctiveness and playful charm perfectly encapsulated the spirit of what I envisioned for my business," recalls Julie. In general, an Alpaca Picnic accommodates two to 36 guests in private settings of one's choice, with themed décor, fresh flowers, charcuterie boards, balloons, personalized touches and Instagramworthy photo opportunities. After customers book a 2-hour time slot and make a 50% non-refundable deposit, Julie coordinates the location, details and add-ons with them. CONTINUED >
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EXAMPLES OF ALPACA PICNIC EXECUTIONS INCLUDE THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTIES, BRIDAL SHOWERS, BABY SHOWERS, BACHELORETTE PARTIES, PROPOSALS/ENGAGEMENTS, DATE NIGHTS OR BRUNCHES. OTHER POPULAR THEMES COVER EVENTS OR MILESTONES, SUCH AS THE KENTUCKY DERBY OR DEATH TO MY TWENTIES. A SIGNATURE PICNIC FOR TWO GUESTS STARTS AT $199 PLUS TAX.
"There are basically three choices: a standard picnic, an igloo tent or a custom event," Julie explains. "I can offer our signature picnic with seating on the ground with top comfy blankets and pillows but also offer normal height tables and chairs to accommodate up to 18 guests. The igloos are only used in the colder months, but in summer we have umbrellas or cabana tents to beat the hot St. Louis summers. I can even do a tablescape by using customers' own tables at their homes. Don't see something on my list? I love the opportunity to create something new." In addition to the signature picnic, she offers styled tabletops starting at $100 for 2 hours; varied igloo experiences beginning at $289 to $319 at 2 hours; a metro med
spa experience from $200 for 2 hours, which includes wrinkle filling, peels or facial services; and themed/custom picnics from $200 for 2 hours. Service includes full setup and breakdown. Pricing varies for parties of 15-plus guests or more than two picnic tables. Each choice comes standard with a low-seated table with a decorated tablescape and tableware; various seating pads, pillows and blankets; and sparkling water. Customers are welcome to bring their own alcohol and any additional food. "Our add-ons range from hot chocolate, charcuterie boards, flowers, unique cakes, custom cookies, allergy-sensitive desserts and private chef services to shade umbrellas, backdrops, mini photo sessions,
bluetooth speakers, a Polaroid camera and a pizzalogist where made-to-order pizzas are done on-site," she says. Julie says her mother makes the chocolate-covered strawberries. "It's a labor of love, but not just from me but my 'interns,' who are my brother, cousin and best friend who help at big events. I like to pay them with lunch and margaritas." However, one of Julie's most unique addons for private resident picnics is booking a real Alpaca appearance by Alpacas of Troy. One of the most unusual requests that Julie has handled was from the Kate Spade crew in New York, who asked her to host a bridal picnic for a local bride-to-be. She says, "They gifted her the picnic, purses, jewelry and her full china set, which we used to set the table of the picnic. The Kate Spade executive team even flew to St. Louis to be present for the picnic. I felt pretty cool they found me though Instagram and we pulled off the dreamiest picnic." Julie says she's also looking forward to working with the local Make-A-Wish nonprofit team on an upcoming picnic. Besides backyards, Julie says she's happy to set up at any local park that permits such setups. "Our online booking system allows reservations to be made three months in advance. If someone has a certain date in mind beyond that point, they can submit the request through our generic booking form and we'll do our best to accommodate," vows Julie. "I love connections made with my clients. I get to set foundations of life's little moments. The excitement of a proposal or a surprise birthday never gets old." info@alpacapicnic.com AlpacaPicnic.com
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Stacy Rolfe considers herself the “chief snuggler.” In fact, the “About” section on the website of her 501(c)(3) nonprofit, R&R Ranch Miniature Horse Sanctuary, describes her this way: “If there's a chin to be rubbed, schmootz to get out of eyes, butts to be scratched or a neck to be hugged, that’s where you will find her.” But Stacy is so much more than that. What started as the idea of purchasing a miniature horse for their intended small barn at 18222 Wild Horse Creek Road in Wildwood, has morphed, through every fault of her own, into a safe haven for miniature horses and donkeys—a special place that offers a good life to animals who might otherwise be bought and sold as novelties. Stacy, and her daughter, Belle Rolfe, care for and educate others about their 15 miniature horses, five dwarf miniature horses and three full-size horses, as well as two miniature and one full-size donkeys CONTINUED >
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"I like to create things that no one else has created before." During December of 2017, St. Louisan Lindsay Wanner set up a studio space in her garage so she could develop her innate craft from simple colored pencil drawings of upcycled sports equipment to one-of-akind works of art. Her results caught the attention of fine art collectors around the world. "I first dabbled in many artforms before finding my niche in vinyl portraits, which became my signature. I really enjoy creating likenesses of trailblazers, top dogs, hard workers, especially athletes and musicians," explains this former corporate manager. "Now, my hands simply cannot keep up with the wheels spinning in my head as I try to pour out every idea I conceptualize so other people can enjoy something new and interesting." CONTINUED >
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As a self-taught, multidisciplinary artist, Lindsay says she relishes being able to now create luxury sports, music-themed and Americana contemporary art. But hers are not the average type of paintings. They are 3D, life-sized or larger, and with most of them made entirely out of vinyl records. "I create portraits by hand-cutting, painting and layering old records. Every new color, every new shade of paint, is a new layer of records," she explains. For the sports pieces, she sometimes turns to skateboards, baseball gloves, bases, punching bags or discarded sports equipment. For others, she's added CDs. This full-time artist now takes requests for commissioned works. Just during this December, Lindsay's bold, orange creation of a special edition Lamborghini was featured in Miami Beach, Florida, at Art Basel, a for-profit, privately owned and managed, international art fair staged annually in Basel, Switzerland; Miami Beach; Hong Kong or Paris. Lindsay's version of the Lamborghini Revuelto, 60th Anniversary, was commissioned by Holman Motorcars in Chesterfield. "Lamborghini Revuelto, 60th Anniversary, is my second Lamborghini piece made entirely out of vinyl records. The first one is owned by Lamborghini themselves. To my knowledge, these are the only 3D artworks in existence of Lamborghini made entirely out of hand-cut, layered and painted vinyl records," she states. Her handiwork also was commissioned to create the image that will be the movie poster for On Fire, an upcoming film produced in St. Louis. Additionally, Miss Lindsay Books are music-themed children’s books written by Lindsay. She combines her love for music with the importance of communication to help children learn life’s most valuable lessons. To hear more about this now-international entrepreneur's tips and adventures, catch her on her 'Listen to Lindsay' podcast, available on platforms such as Spotify, iTunes and Anchor. LindsayWanner.com
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‘For The Love Of The Show’
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Jeremy Housewright, author, "For The Love Of The Show: Wrestling Fans Tell Their Stories"
WRESTLING MASSIVE FANS TELL THEIR STORIES OF “THE MAIN EVENT” IN NEW BOOK BY JEREMY HOUSEWRIGHT Welcome to the world of marks and smarks, typical categories of professional wrestling enthusiasts, per a new book debuted by Jeremy Housewright titled For The Love Of The Show: Wrestling Fans Tell Their Stories. Professional wrestling is the most fan-centric sport around, declares Jeremy, a St. Louis native and fan since he was 5 years old of these entertaining, athletic bouts, along with his grandfather. "Everything that happens in the ring is meant to generate a reaction from attendees. Professional wrestling is bigger than it’s ever been right now, and my book shows why fans love its artform," he says. He adds he remembers crying when King Kong Bundy crushed Hulk Hogan in a steel cage for a WWF Saturday night match [1986].
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Sports fanatic, middle school English teacher and music editor for ReviewSTL Jeremy says his book covers wrestling fans who claim their lives were transformed by the sport. "Some have modified their bodies, while others have decided to venture into the artform. You've heard the stories of wrestlers we all love to cheer and hate, but what about the fans? These stories are for the fans by the fans." Part of the appeal and dedication to pro wrestling comes from the fact that like talented stunt performers, wrestlers execute feats of strength, fly, perform acrobat moves and collide dangerously with each other and the floor, all while staying in character. However, unlike stunt performers, wrestlers perform these contests in one take, before live audiences.
"What attracts fans to a predetermined, choreographed form of entertainment? Why is pro wrestling now one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the world?" poses Jeremy. "Some of the stories in the book are outlandish. Some are inspiring. Some will surprise readers." Fans interviewed for the book, says Jeremy, include a longtime pro wrestling fan, Jon Gray, who shares his story of wanting to referee pro wrestling matches. Jeremy says 16-year-old Izzy Moreno has been a wrestling fan her entire life but is now becoming a pro wrestler. Kyle Scarborough is a well-respected tattoo artist from Washington, Missouri, who turned his fandom into an opportunity to design one of the more memorable wrestling masks in the last 25 years. Curt Gannon, also a fan of pro wrestling, talks about the drive to succeed on the independent scene. Justin Deming shares his story about getting a lifesize replica tattoo of the WWF winged title belt. And finally, read about the story of Derek Baker, a 26-yearold wrestling superfan with Down Syndrome who has become a social media sensation from St. Louis with more than 3 million followers on TikTok, due to his passion for pro wrestling. Jeremy received his doctoral in education leadership in 2019 and has worked in area schools for the last 16 years. He now lives in St. Clair, Missouri, with his wife, Sarah, and their English bulldog, Gertrude. His book is available locally at Barnes & Noble stores, as well as online from Amazon and Kindle. "Coming up with a title for the book was a struggle because with that title, you think of baseball. The title kinda' came to me because it's a show, and it's about putting on a good show. So many fans have a strong love and passion for wrestling, it sets the tone," Jeremy concludes. No self-respecting professional wrestling article from this metropolitan area would be complete without mentioning Wrestling at the Chase, a pro wrestling television series of local and national historical importance. It was recorded in St. Louis for KPLR-TV, Channel 11, and aired from May 23, 1959, to Sept. 10, 1983.
Jeremy says the book was an honor of telling other people's stories that otherwise might not be told.
Jeremy Housewright is a former lifestyle editor for The Alestle at SIUE and freelancer for the sports department of the Suburban Journals. He's reported on the St. Louis Rams, Blues, STL SC and Battlehawks while also covering concerts, comedy shows and various other forms of entertainment for ReviewSTL.com.
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Colleen Thompson admits she found her passion for culinary arts during her childhood years, and now diners delight at her cafe's creative, fulfilling delectables, as her lifelong love for cooking and baking continues. It all started when Colleen says she was asked to create 200 decorated cookies for a charitable event. "People called and wanted to order my cookies, that's how the business began. The company grew from a small operation to a retail bakery to a cafe." From the quaint location of 7337 Forsyth Blvd., this Clayton cafe serves coffee, breakfast, lunch and sweets, along with catering, too. A grab-and-go option is a quiche. Sample breakfast items are eggs, biscuits with jam, avocado toast, oats, bagels, waffles, sweet potato hash, Croque Monsieur and breakfast fried rice. Sample lunch selections are sandwiches, salads, savory pies, rice bowls and sides. They also offer beer, wine and mimosas. Colleen's custom creations are signature shortbreads and cookie cakes, while sweets reflect cookie jar cookies, French macarons, bar cookies, muffins, scones, croissants and pastries. "We take pride in, and are known for, all our items being baked or made from scratch, from our dressings to each individual cookie," Colleen says. Special orders are "from your imagination to a beautiful reality," as Colleen likes to state. Shortbreads are ordered for weddings, baby showers, celebrations and corporate events to holidays, sporting events, personalized reasons and 'just because' type of life moments. Colleen's is open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day but Tuesdays. 314.727.8427 ColleensCookies.com
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Reservations For Two Dreamy destinations for couples looking to get away.
Finding a life partner just might be easier than finding someone you can travel with. Pace, patience and priorities all matter when organizing itineraries, straddling time zones and navigating new places. Do you like languid mornings with room service, wide sandy beaches and white-glove service? Or, do you prefer watching the sunrise in hiking boots, launching into eye-opening excursions and digging to find that hidden gem of a restaurant that serves local food to locals? When the stars align, both partners have an affinity for generally the same kind of vacation, or are willing to compromise. Enjoying travel with your mate is the icing on the (wedding) cake. Here are a few ideas for fabulously romantic getaways. Bon Voyage!
Traveling can be as stressful as it is sublime. Exhausting as it is inspiring. Traveling as a couple requires additional planning and communication with a healthy dose of patience. Much like marriage! But, waking up in a faraway place, exploring unknown terrain together, and leaving your routine and all its trappings behind can be therapeutic. You both can take on new roles and release tired habits.
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Take turns charting a course for the day. On day one, you check museum opening times, get the timed tickets and find a nearby spot for a healthy lunch. On day two, you sit back and let your partner call the Uber and source out the perfect shopping district, walking distance to a park. Enjoy the ride, either way.
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Privacy and so much blue water. Bora Bora, French Polynesia At the Four Seasons Bora Bora, bucket list overwater bungalows line a glassy lagoon, inviting early-morning swims off your own private dock with a bright breakfast table set on your patio overlooking Mount Otemanu. The morning air is like silk, with a lithe breeze promising more of the same. Later, meander down the shady paths of the resort to the Te Mahana Spa. With breathtaking lagoon and Pacific Ocean views from twin infinity pools, the treatment begins with local juices and fruit, a foot massage, and then continues with rebalancing rituals starring indigenous ingredients like skin-smoothing, Tahitian black pearl powder and detoxifying algae sourced from the ocean. A full body scrub, massage, and hour-long soak in a coconut bath will leave you thankful and grounded. You can connect with the underwater world by snorkeling with a resident marine biologist and leave a legacy by grafting coral to repopulate the sun bleached lagoon. Dinners at the Four Seasons Bora Bora offer the ultimate date night experience, and a private moonlit swim is the perfect nightcap.
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Park City, Utah Create a perfect romantic getaway at Pendry Park City, a contemporary mountain enclave bringing the mastery of Utah’s awe-inspiring landscape to new heights. The ski-in/ski-out resort is nestled in the center of Canyons Village, with slopeside modernist design, luxury service and thoughtful amenities, ideal for a couple’s escape. Rejuvenate the body with Spa Pendry for a couples massage and enjoy the herbal steam room, relaxation spaces, complimentary refreshments, state-of-the-art fitness center and access to the hotel rooftop pool and whirlpool, with stunning views of the mountains.
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The Art And Science Of Love The Center Of Clayton | 8:30 AM Based on 40-plus years of research with thousands of couples, organizers state this workshop will give attendees new insights and research-based skills that can dramatically improve the intimacy and friendship in their relationships and help them manage conflicts in a healthy, positive way. The workshop will be presented by Richard B. Boswell, LCSW and Christianne Judy, LCSW. Call 314.645.5333. FEBR UARY 3 R D
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GALentine’s Brunch The Jade Event Center | 1:00 PM Grab the gals and join a fun-filled afternoon of laughter, delicious food, great company, music and shopping. Indulge in a mouthwatering spread of brunch favorites and mimosas. Whether celebrating friendship, sisterhood or simply looking for an excuse to treat yourself, it's a day dedicated to celebrating womanhood and creating lasting memories. Tickets are $55-$65 each on Eventbrite. Wear red!
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David Sinden, choirmaster/organist at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, offers a concert of works by some the Baroque era’s keyboard masters. A donation of $20 per person will be requested at the door. The Ladue-located concert lasts one hour. This concert is hosted by representatives of Early Music Missouri, an organization that promotes early music performance and scholarship in the region.
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Royal Tea The Ritz - Carlton, St. Louis | 11:00 AM Enjoy sweet serenades by Winter Opera artists while having tea, scones, canapés, dessert and a champagne toast. Check in begins at 10:30 a.m. Hats and fascinators sold at the door starting at $20. $125 per person (non-refundable); $75 of ticket price is tax-deductible. Children's menu is same as adult menu, except for the savories and champagne toast. Valet parking included. FEBR UARY 17TH
Kid's Night Out The Center of Clayton | 6:00 PM Sign up kids, ages 7-12, for a night filled with fun. During this event until 9 p.m., The Recreation Academy instructors will lead a different activity every hour, such as kickball, dodgeball, 9-square in the air, capture the flag, foam tipped archery and gaga ball. This is the perfect opportunity to have adult date nights. FEBR UARY 25TH
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Love Is Sweet TRENDY DATE SPOTS WITH GREAT DESSERT
1. After a meal, this is THE spot. Clementine’s is nationally recognized for their excellent naughty and nice ice cream flavors, but some may call it the best in the world.
2. Pastaria in Clayton has excellent pasta, pizza and delicious risotto balls, to name a few. But, don’t skip the gelato offerings after eating; they’re delish!
3. Press Waffle Co. is a great reason to stay at The Foundry after eating to grab a sweet dessert.
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Katie’s Pizza and Pasta is known for their amazing cocktail menu, in addition to, obviously, amazing pizza options. But don’t forget to ask for a dessert menu, especially the ricotta donuts.
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