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Summer Days Summer is the perfect time to come up with a bucket list of activities to enjoy and ways to unwind and relax. Some of the best summers spent are often not filled with constant activities and trips but are those that are slower paced with simple moments of enjoying those around us. Although the “lazy days of summer” isn’t always something we can attain with our packed schedules, it’s so refreshing to take some time to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures that remind us of our own childhoods. Some of those times might be backyard barbecues, making s’mores by a fire pit, eating ice cream on a hot summer day, or simply taking in the night sky with someone you love. And as we have featured on page 32, you don’t have to go further than your own back yard for summer fun. Dream Play Recreation can help you to build or enhance your kids’ play area, for years of making great memories. As far as beating the heat, that’s no problem with all the fun water activities around the area. Check out the Local Experiences section of this issue for some great ideas. Let’s also not forget to shine a light on local veterans in our community and thank them for their service in honor of the Fourth of July. We have an immense respect for the men and women who make the selfless decision to serve and protect our nation. There is no greater sacrifice than to risk your life in order to protect others. The team at City Lifestyle wants to thank all veterans, those still serving and all of their loved ones for your service. From our porch to yours, may your summer be beautiful.
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1: Heather Kemper recognizes Honorary Co-Chairs Dan & Anna Alt at The Child Center’s Annual Gala. 2: Five team members of STAGES St. Louis’ THE KARATE KID were nominated for Tony Awards. 3: One of the many boats to rent at Freedom Boat Club in St. Charles. 4: Enjoying Freedom Boat Club’s Open House at Lake Center Marina. 5: The Shape of Community, a citywide, temporary sculpture exhibition, throughout O’Fallon. 6: A Night and His Queen, Mommy & Son Dance, at Heritage on Broadway. 7: Tosha Dove and her son attending “Little Knight and His Queen” at Heritage on Broadway.
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8: Moms and sons dancing the evening away at Little Knight and His Queen Dance. 9: Kylan and Brody as little knights at mommy & son dance at Heritage on Broadway. 10: Mommy Kasey Lamm Stoudt, event coordinator, with sons Kylan and Chance. 11: Mom Keegan and her little knights at the mom & son royal ball! 12: Ronin Kleeschulte, 13, created “Bring-the-Juice” campaign to raise funds to attend Truman University’s Summer-Program. 13: Lake St. Louis Ski Club performs all summer. See schedule at www.lslski.com. 14: Barefoot Skier Anthony Gramolino practices for summer shows at Lake Saint Louis.
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For the second year in a row, financial website SmartAsset.com has named the City of O’Fallon as the “Most Livable Small City in the United States.” SmartAsset compared nearly 300 cities with populations of 65,000100,000. St. Charles, MO, ranked number nine. O’Fallon’s rank was primarily due to its low poverty levels (4.6%), low median housing costs (18.01%) and its close proximity to jobs and entertainment within the City and throughout the St. Louis Metro Area.
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Small Business of the Year The St. Charles Regional Chamber recognized local St. Charles company Bin There Dump That as their 2022 Small Business of the Year. Co-Owner Lynn Morris accepted the award on behalf of the company. Bin There Dump That is a residential/ commercial dumpster rental service offering 7-day dumpster rentals.
Simple Program With a Big Impact After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Operation Food Search Top Tomatoes campaign returns with plenty of delicious tomato-inspired dishes at your favorite restaurants throughout the month of July. Here's how it works: Restaurants create/ designate a special dish featuring tomatoes; each time the dish is ordered during the month of July, a portion of the sale goes to Operation Food Search, which uses the funds to help feed children and families at risk. OperationFoodSearch.org/ event-calendar/tomato-explosion/
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Foundation Repair One of the Best to Start a Business WalletHub recently released it list of best and worst places to start a business and four cities in St. Charles County--Wentzville, St. Charles, St. Peters, and O'Fallon--rank among the Top 500 of best places to start a business. More than 1,300 cites were evaluated on their business-friendliness in specific areas such as business environment, access to resources and business costs. For the complete list: Wallethub.com/edu/best-smallcities-to-start-a-business/20180.
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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.
The summer heat is here, and what better way is there to cool off than visiting some of the best spots in town to have fun with friends and family in the water? We have you covered with both hidden gems and tried and true venues to beat the heat and enjoy the water this summer.
Lakes and Water Activities THE PAR K AT NEW MELLE LAKES: Enjoy the water using the self-serve water-
craft stations with reservable kayaks and stand-up paddleboards here, and at Broemmelsiek Park, Klondike Park. 1615 Schwede Rd Wentzville, MO THE GYPSY R OSE: Argh! The Gypsy Rose Pirate Ship at North Shore Marina in St. Charles offers kids and adult parties on the Mississippi River. 601 North Shore Dr., St. Charles, MO MISSOUR I R IVER EXCUR SIONS: Take a relaxing and peaceful float down the Missouri River on canoes or kayaks. Call Missouri River Excursions in Defiance at 636-485-5163. 2886 S Highway 94 Defiance, MO BR OEMMELSIEK PAR K: What's more relaxing than fishing at one of the many, many local lakes throughout St. Charles County? 1615 Schwede Rd., Wentzville, MO KLONDIKE PAR K: Miss Augusta offers 1.5 hour public daytime lunch buffet cruises on the Missouri River, and 2-hour sunset dinner cruises.Klondike Park Boat Ramp, Augusta, MO
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There is little that the Vet Stop Animal Hospital of St. Peters and its sister shop, New Town Vet Stop in St. Charles, don’t offer pets and their humans. The company and its veterinary experts have been servicing the local community for over two decades, prioritizing the health and happiness of every pet that walks, ambles, saunters, or is carried through the door. The pet specialists at Vet Stop recommend routine checkups, but also strive to see sick pets the same day and offer an array of veterinary services including professional surgery, radiology and dentistry on-site with complete diagnostic blood-work. Other services include dental care, wellness care, vaccinations, parasite prevention and control, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, orthopedic procedures, diet and nutrition, urgent care, end of life care, boarding, laboratory, microchipping, pharmacy and grooming. Vet Stop’s pet boarding and daycare offer pet owners the confidence of leaving their furry friends under the trained supervision of a veterinary team. Pets get lots of exercise and play time in the
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pets. It takes the cost of care and spreads it out throughout the year,” Dunse said. “Because of the latest veterinary technology, we’re offering better medicine. Also because of the advanced training required in recent years, we’re asking more of our clients, and we realize that. Between these things and inflation, we’ve had to raise our prices. We know that, so we felt like we needed to take some responsibility and help our clients with that. That’s why we introduced wellness plans.” Called Petly® Plans, the new plans provide preventive veterinary services for one year, with the cost divided into 12 monthly payments. And plans can be upgraded as pets age. All plans include preventive care examinations and core vaccines. But there are a wide variety of options to choose from and can be personalized to each pet, such as “Puppy & Kitten Plans” that Vet Stop pet specialists say will “help your pet get started on the right paw.” “Adult and Senior Pet Plans” incorporate all of the benefits of the plans for younger pets, but can include extra evaluation that older pets need. For more information on Vet Stop, call St. Peters at (636) 970-2606 or New Town at (636) 487-0526.
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Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is an “outdoor paradise” located in Lampe, Missouri, close to Branson. This one-of-a-kind experience highlights the exceptional beauty of the Ozarks, with 10,000 acres of pristine Ozark Mountain landscape, crystal-clear trout streams, dozens of cascading waterfalls, ancient burial caves, unique handbuilt bridges, wildlife and bottomless, blue-green pools. The Park includes a fully-functioning mill, restaurant, conservation center and a treehouse built by Animal Planet's Treehouse Masters. Aside from a few amenities to make Dogwood Canyon Nature Park more accessible to guests, the rugged landscape has been left untouched. With just a little imagination, one can travel back to a time when European settlers first entered the area or, even further, to explore the mark that Native Americans left on these Missouri hills and hollows. Enjoy the 6.4-mile roundtrip tour by walking or biking on mostly level pathways, or even by Segway. If walking, plan on about 3 hours with plenty of stopping to take photos. There are great spots along the way to eat a picnic lunch. For those who aren't up to a big walk, there is a 2-hour tram tour that allow guests to ride over bridges and low-water crossings. Another way to explore the beauty and serenity of this Ozark Mountain
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The Park includes a fully-functioning mill, restaurant, conservation center and a treehouse built by Animal Planet’s Treehouse Masters.
paradise is on horseback. No matter what skill level, this horseback riding experiences allows visitors to explore the Ozarks through the eyes of early settlers, discovering areas of the park not seen by the tram or from walking and biking trails. You can enjoy a 1-hour ride (for all-level riders) or a 2.5-hour ride that is for more experienced riders and includes a break for lunch. Before setting out, guests can visit the new Little Indian Stables with 24 stalls where they can meet the horses. Experienced wranglers guide guests on a leisurely ride, exploring ridges, hollows, old logging roads and other scenic views. All participants must be at least 8 years old and 48 inches tall, weigh no more
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than 250 pounds and be able to ride on their own (one rider per horse). For the more adventurous, there’s the Cattle Drive, the “ultimate cowboy experience.” Riders gather and herd colorful Texas longhorns and eat a hearty meal following the round up at the chuckwagon site. There’s also a 5- to 6-hour advanced horseback ride through emerald pastures, wooded areas and Little Indian Creek with lunch provided. The mission of Dogwood Canyon, and its owner Johnny Morris—founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops--is about conservation and education, as well as working hard to protect the land and wildlife. Operated by Dogwood Canyon Foundation, visitors enjoy a carefully maintained landscape, while learning
about conservation and interacting with nature up close. When Johnny purchased the property in 1990, he says he wanted to create a nature park where he could bring back some buffalo and elk that were native to the area and also have a place for people to fish and hike. It underwent a major cleanup after the Flood of 2017. The reconstruction of the park took a total of five months, 130 laborers, hundreds of dump trucks worth of soil and 10,000 pounds of trout. It reopened on Sept. 30, 2017. Today, 30 years later, it remains a magical place where thousands of visitors to the Branson area can experience the beauty and history of the Ozarks. For more information and tickets: DogwoodCanyon.org/tickets
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BACKYARD SUMMER FUN DREAM PLAY RECREATION OFFERS HEALTHY, SAFE OUTDOOR PLAY
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Family-owned for 30 years, and located in Chesterfield, Dream Play Recreation offers safe, long-lasting, quality outdoor play equipment. Their mission is all about improving the health of children by getting them active and out of the house. “Especially with kids being cooped up the last two years with the pandemic, it’s important to increase their physical activity and the social interaction they’ve lost over that time,” says Tim Albers, owner. “Any outdoor play is healthy for the body and the mind. Kids need to get off their devices where they’re only seeing people online. Our outdoor play equipment not only helps develop their coordination and physical skills, but also
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increases development by building confidence in their social abilities from playing together in their backyards.” In addition, “pretending” stimulates the mind and increases creativity. One of Dream Play’s best-selling playsets is the Rainbow Castle swing set, where children can be the next to blast off, rocketing to the moon. Today, kids may be the ringmaster of the circus and tomorrow, they’re pirates sailing the seven seas, searching for hidden treasures. Rainbow Play Systems offers more than 100 Castles and Clubhouses and 100-plus cedar wooden play set options and accessories from which to choose. They’re also great for unlevel yards. All their swing sets are expandable so they can be added onto as kids grow, and include a lifetime warranty. In addition, Tim says Dream Play is well-stocked with Springfree trampolines. “These trampolines are the safest in the world because they’ve eliminated product-related injuries,” he explains. Believing that kids deserve safe backyard play, Springfree representatives state its safety design gives parents peace of mind while kids enjoy the ultimate fun jumping experience. Springfree has removed the impact areas that cause injury by removing the need for springs, moving the frame to below the mat and removing all hard edges at the jumping surface. Springfree offers a 10-year warranty that covers every inch of the trampoline, from net to frame to mat. Dream Play also features Goalsetter basketball goals, which are 100% Made in the U.S.A. and known as Goalrilla Goals, or “The Toughest on the Planet.” “We will always represent the highest quality brands to be found,” adds Tim. "Since 1985, Rainbow Play Systems has offered the absolute highest quality residential play system in America. Our sets offer the sturdiest designs on the market!” Dream Play has an interactive indoor showroom at 17373 Edison Ave. in Chesterfield, which allows customers to test play on most of the products they sell to see the size and quality first hand. As safety of the children is always a priority, the flooring is covered in 3-3/4” thick rubber. For showroom hours, visit DreamPlayRec.com/contact-us.
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Farm To Table Dinner OUTDOORS ENJOYING FRIENDS AND FAMILY OVER GOOD FOOD AND DRINKS IS A GREAT WAY TO USHER IN SUMMER
Spending time outdoors and enjoying friends and family over good food and drinks is a great way to usher in summer. From the fresh flower arrangements to the locally sourced produce and herbs, this earthy spread is brimming with character and flavor. The earthy ceramic and clay vases give the perfect vessel to fill with organic cut herbs and handpicked wild flowers which includes a medley of queen Anne’s lace, mint, sage, rosemary, lavender, lamb’s ear, nigella, buddleia, oregano, dill, feverfew, and geranium to name just a few of these beautiful blooms.
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We love a good home-cooked menu mixed with a signature drink. We start with an Arugula Salad with Grilled Corn, Shaved Radishes with Zucchini and Goat Cheese and served with a Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette. Buttermilk Brined Fried Chicken was a must for this outdoor party which pairs nicely with Roasted Heirloom Carrots drizzled with Hot Honey. Peach Bread Pudding with Salted Vanilla Caramel Cream round out for the perfect sweet treat.
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BUTTERMILK BRINE • 4 cups buttermilk • 1 bunch fresh sage • 1/2 of spice mixture
DREDGE • 2 cups flour • 1/2 cup cornstarch • 1 tablespoon baking powder • Whole cut up chicken or 2 bone-in breasts, 2 thighs and 2 drumsticks • 4 cups shortening
TO COOK: Marinate chicken in brine for up to 24 hours. Place chicken in large Ziploc bag and pour marinade over top. Add fresh sage and store in fridge. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a baking rack with a sheet pan for raw chicken and one for cooked chicken. Add remaining spice mixture to flour mixture. Whisk together well. Heat shortening to 350 degrees. (Preference is cast iron Dutch oven) Pull chicken out of buttermilk mixture and let drip. Coat firmly in flour mixture and set on raw chicken rack. Complete each piece of chicken. Heat oil to 350 degrees. Place 2 or 3 pieces of chicken in oil and cook 3-5 minutes per side. Place on cooked chicken rack. Put cooked chicken in oven to complete cooking for 15 minutes. Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving!
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PEACH BREAD PUDDING • 1 loaf brioche • 5 fresh peaches • 2 tablespoons sugar • 2 tablespoons butter • 2 cups milk • 1 cup heavy cream • 5 eggs • 2 teaspoons cinnamon • 2 tablespoons brown sugar • 2 teaspoons vanilla Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes. Dice peaches into medium dice. Place peaches, white sugar, and butter in saucepan. Cook until sugar is dissolved and peaches are soft. Mix all other ingredients together. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan and add peach mixture with brioche pieces and then add milk mixture. Bake for 45 minutes. Let cool for 20 minutes before cutting.
SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE • 1 cup granulated sugar • 6 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature and cut into 6 pieces • 1/2 cup heavy cream • 1 teaspoon salt Heat sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly with a spatula or wooden spoon. Sugar will form clumps and eventually melt into a thick brown, amber-colored liquid as you continue to stir. Be careful not to burn. Once sugar is completely melted, immediately add the butter. Be careful in this step because the caramel will bubble rapidly when the butter is added. Stir the butter into the caramel until it is completely melted, about 2 minutes. If you notice the butter separating, remove from heat and vigorously whisk to combine it again. Very slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of heavy cream while stirring. Allow the mixture to boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt. Caramel thickens as it cools. Cover tightly and store for up to one month in the refrigerator.
EL AHUMADO BY CORDIAL CRAFT“SPANISH FOR SMOKY” • 1 1/2 ounces Reposado tequila • 1/2 ounce Aperol • 3/4 ounce lime juice • 1/2 ounce agave nectar • 1/4 ounces luxardo cherry syrup • 1 spritz of Mezcal Lightly sweet, pleasantly bitter. The Mezcal adds just a hint of smoke to make a beautifully balanced, interesting cocktail. Recipes by: Sammie Laforce Beverages: Brandon Burke
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realty report A sample of recently sold properties in St. Charles County. N E I GH BO RH O O D
LIST P RIC E
SO L D P RIC E
% L IST
DO M
B DRM S
B AT H S
$1,390,000
$1,407,500
101
66
5
7
$999,000
$1,105,000
111
4
4
5
$1,000,000
$1,050,000
105
4
5
5
Barton Creek - Barton Creek Blvd
$899,900
$901,000
100
8
5
4
Estates of Hawk Ridge - Hawks Landing Dr
$900,000
$900,000
100
0
6
6
Leighton Estates - Leighton Estates Ct
$799,900
$879,999
110
4
6
5
Sycamore Creek - Sycamore Creek Dr
$800,000
$775,000
97
183
5
5
Kindred Hill - Kindred Way
$725,000
$760,000
105
4
4
5
Villages at Shady Creek - Colebrook Ct
$750,000
$750,000
100
3
4
4
Summit at Barathaven - Toussaint Landing Dr
$750,000
$730,000
97
11
4
2
Fox Haven - Quail Hollow Ct
$684,000
$720,000
105
7
5
5
Whitmoor CC - W Meath Ring
$700,000
$690,000
96
12
4
6
Whitmoor CC - Clonmel Close
$589,900
$580,000
98
6
4
4
Miralago - Miralago Shore Dr
$525,000
$565,000
108
1
3
2
Madison Park Est - Madison Park Dr
$475,000
$535,000
113
0
3
4
Toedebusch Rd - Defiance Summit at Barathaven - Toussaint Landing Dr Estate at Matteson Park - Matteson Blvd
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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.
JU LY 1 ST- 4 T H
Independence Day - O'Fallon
OZZIE S MITH S PORTS COMPL E X The Heritage & Freedom Fest at Ozzie Smith Sports Complex has expanded hours for more fun this year! Enjoy the thrilling carnival and midway, jam out to free musical performances by national bands and settle in for the most dazzling fireworks display in the region. For more information: HeritageAndFreedomFest.com. JU LY 1 ST- 2 9 T H
Exciting Ski Shows at Lake Saint Louis
LAKE SAIN T LOUIS Don’t miss the exciting ski shows presented by the Lake Saint Louis Water Ski Club, featuring The Arch Rivals on July 1, 22, 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Jefferson Point. The Home Show/Show-Me Skiers perform July 2 and 23, 9:00 a.m. And, they perform with The Arch Rivals on July 4, 9:00 a.m. Bleachers available, or bring lawn chairs/blankets. JU LY 2 N D - 4 T H
St. Charles Riverfest
Celebrate Independence Day in St. Charles along the banks of the Missouri River. Enjoy three days of music including a Beatles tribute band, carnival rides, vendors with scrumptious eats and cold beverages, and of course fireworks over the river on July 4th. The St. Charles Jaycees parade begins at Bales Park and arrives on Main Street at 10:45 a.m.
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Serapis at Twilight Tuesday
LEGACY PAR K - COTTLEVILLE | 6 :0 0 A M Twilight Tuesday's in Cottleville's Legacy Park at the CWS Rotary Amphitheater will feature the unique music of SERAPIS, July 12, 6:00 pm - 8:30 p.m. Parking is available but limited at Legacy Park, with additional parking in the rear of the park at Kochanski Sports Field and around City Hall.
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That 80's Music
BEALE STREET | 6:00 PM Bring a lawn chair to Streets of St. Charles to enjoy the music of the 80s at the next Beale Street Concert Series, featuring John Hughes Experience, Wed., Jul 13, at 6:00 p.m.
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Show Me Snakes
MACHIN IST'S HALL-BR IDG ETON | 1 0 :0 0 A M The Show Me Reptile & Exotics Show is sure to excite and amaze you. And may even transform your fear into fascination. Show Me Snakes not only creates a memorable experience with their shows; but aims to also inspire passion for education and conservation of these amazing animals. For information: ShowMeSnakes.com/.
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