Life + Culture

Investing One's Time

Advice Editorial: Ways To Give Back Article by Mel Boban The most limited resource people have is time. When thinking about investing or donating, we often consider money or physical assets. But in reality, dedicating time to a cause or foundation in local communities pays off tenfold, too. There are many ways, both one-time and ongoing, to help in neighborhoods and in many cases all they cost is time. The best part is that you can include friends and family members, and maybe even get a...

Home Services

Taking Care Of Loved Ones

CaringLegends: Secure Compassionate Care Like Families Would Provide Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson It has been said that the best investment one can make isn’t in gold. It’s in the people you love. Pat McKay and the CaringLegends staff help people make those deposits every day. “So many times, people want to take their loved ones to a facility, but the compassionate care they expect is sometimes not there,” says Pat, director of the St. Louis-based, in-home care services and social...

Arts + Culture

An Unforgettable Evening

City Lifestyle's Social Hour Was An Elevated Experience To Collaborate Article by Kelley Lamm | Photography by Christina Iris Schmidt Stepping down beneath the surface, where a private passcode was the key to entry, guests were transported into an intimate world of elegance and charm. The Social Hour wasn’t just an event—it was an experience. The air hummed with laughter and conversation, connections unfolded effortlessly, and the ambiance was nothing short of sophisticated. A heartfelt thank...

Arts + Culture

Investing In Comedic Relief

Helium Comedy Club-St. Louis Celebrates 10th Anniversary In 2025 Article by Julie Brown Patton Laughter heals all wounds: Helium Comedy Club-St. Louis is a contemporary entertainment venue that brings stadium-sized, live talent to an intimate theater on a weekly basis, and has been doing so for a full decade.  Owner Marc Grossman debuted his brand of entertainment in Philadelphia during 2005. His investment in comedy seems to have paid off. Since then, the former stock trader...

Arts + Culture

Living Well, Leading With G.R.I.T.

International Best-Selling Author Jennifer Bardot: “When Someone Lives Their Passion, Sparks Fly." Article by Julie Brown Patton St. Louis author Jennifer Bardot’s anthology six-book series, called G.R.I.T., hit No. 1 International Best-Selling status. Standing for growth, resilience, intention and tenacity, the books are part of a series she references as the Deconstruction G.R.I.T. Collection. “Grit encourages hope, which allows us to step into our power," she explains.  In 2021, spurred...

Home + Design

Audio Visual Solutions For Homes, Offices

South Sounds Team Craft Tailor-Made Systems That Seamlessly Blend With Unique Needs And Preferences Article by Julie Brown Patton With a focus on automation, entertainment, lighting control, energy management, security, networking and wellness, Doug South, owner/operator of South Sounds, says the company's home integration experts take innovation directly to clients. "We think of it as pioneering custom solutions that redefine modern living," Doug adds.  He says the team is composed...

Home + Design

Quality Appliances

Third-Generation Slyman Bros. Still 'Tops In Town' For Luxury Appliances Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson Three generations of Slymans now man the brick and mortars of Slyman Bros. Appliances Centers, as the company that started in 1965 with a black and white television commercial of Harry and Bob Slyman dangling their legs from the just completed St. Louis Arch and yelling “Thank you, St. Louis, for making us tops in town” continues to be a team, and a family, effort. At that time, a loaf...

Home + Design

Houses Built To Last For Generations

Fischer Homes' Professionals Provide Forever Homes, Caring Communities Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Fischer Homes Homes are where people's distinctive stories begin, and solid beginnings are vital for homeowners. "Promise only what you can deliver, and deliver what you promise," were the wise words of Henry Fischer, co-founder of Fischer Homes, along with his wife, Elaine, during 1980. While they launched the company in Kentucky, they expanded the business into...

Home + Design

2025 Color Of Year: Mocha Mousse

Anne Marie Designs’ Exclusive Take On This Year’s Most Coveted Hue Article by Kelley Lamm Pantone announced its Color of the Year for 2025: PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse , a warm, rich brown that exudes both sophistication and comfort. This decadent hue is reminiscent of lavish desserts, espresso martinis and the inviting embrace of a winter cabin. "Mocha Mousse is a luscious, earthy tone that brings natural comfort," says Anne Marie of Anne Marie Design Studio. "It’s a perfect accent in any...

Home + Design

Diving In, Head First!

How Nicole Newkirk Fuses Fashion And Function Into Outdoor Living Article by Stacey Collins Bibb Don’t let the fashionable, free-spirited, relaxed attitude of Nicole Newkirk fool you. Beneath that fun-loving, dreamer exterior, Nicole is a shrewd creator and businesswoman. Many people have undoubtedly seen, and fawned over, her designs. Nicole is co-owner of Oasis Pools. Being a leader in a male-dominated industry of pool design and construction, Nicole says she finds that one of the most...