today's picks
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Jul 29, 2010
Recently Ringed: Heather Robinson, 33 & Ryan Roth, 36
This St. Louis couple shares their engagement story.
How We Met: In fall 2008, I met an exceptionally nice stranger, Susan, while shopping at Forever 21. She was shopping for her daughter, and we instantly connected over our love for fashion. After chatting for a while, she asked me if I was single, to... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Recently Ringed: Sara Dayley, 27 & Chris Turley, 33
This St. Louis couple shares their engagement story.
How We Met: I met Chris in July 2009 in a suite with co-workers at a Cardinals game. I was then working at 101 ESPN, Chris’ former employer, so we had many mutual friends. We eventually made the connection that he and my father, former Cardinal... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Recently Ringed: Kristin Gleeson, 22 & Jacob Baker, 23
This St. Louis couple shares their engagement story.
How We Met: Jacob and I met as kids at church camp the summer of 1999. Once he worked up the courage to talk to me, we instantly had crushes on each other and swore we were each other’s first loves. At the end of camp, we went our separate ways... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Interview: Sister Antona Ebo
A conversation with the first African-American nun to run a hospital and a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement who has inspired others by bravely living the change she wants to see in the world.
What is your current mood? I wake up each day and listen to what God wants, and then I live it as a witness by serving humanity. What makes you happy? Talking to young people. What is your idea of misery? The burden we’ve put on the sh... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Get Involved: Teach for America
This national organization fosters leadership, excellence and lifelong learning—in both its teachers and its students.
Before Claire Crapo graduated from Sewanee: The University of the South in 2009, she knew she wanted to find a fulfilling career that would utilize the positive educational experiences she’d had in public school and at college. Like the thousan... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Where We're Needed Now
Get involved and volunteer at the St. Louis organizations and non-profits that need your help now.
Each year, over 600,000 St. Louisans cook meals, tutor kids, pick up trash, build houses and provide compassionate care, making St. Louis the 10th most philanthropic city in the country. It’s that kind of selfless service that is the foundation... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Hot Eats: Copia
This long-awaited, reopened restaurant forges familiar favorites with fresh takes for a successful return to the St. Louis dining scene.
The shuttered space at 1122 Washington Avenue became an eyesore for me; every time I walked past it in route to my gym, it was a constant, visible reminder of the ill-fated fire (an act of arson) that forced Copia Urban Winery to close in late 2007. ... more
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Jul 29, 2010
My Favorite Things: Cheresse Pentella
Cheresse INK Founder, PR maven, entrepreneur and socialista Cheresse Pentella dishes on the things that keep her inspired, entertained and in shape.
HOME Mag Subscription: “BizBash,” “Ocean Drive,” “BlackBook” Flower: Gerbera Daisies Where I Live: Clayton What I Drive: White BMW 5 Series Pet: None, but I want a chocolate lab. Essential Gadget: Blackberry ... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Candy Inspired Jewels
You are bound to crave Nava Zahavi’s colorful and classic 24-karat gold confection-like creations.
Upon first sight, Nava Zahavi’s pieces with colorful stones set in gold called to mind a painter’s palette; without knowing any backstory on the brand, I concocted the scenario that Zahavi was an artist and that her beautiful fine jewelry... more
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Jul 29, 2010
Playtime at The Pour House
With a playful atmosphere and friendly service, dining at The Pour House is anything but misfortunate.
Washington Avenue’s newest addition, The Pour House, fuses food and fun, and offers classic eats alongside old-school games. Located in the Tudor Building, this destination spot adds to the growing number of businesses on the western strip of D... more
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