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Every Person Belongs

Gateway Down Syndrome Association: 50 Years Of Serving, Supporting And Celebrating People With Down Syndrome Article by Abigail Bosslet Fifty years ago, seven mothers of children with Down syndrome gathered around a table with a simple but powerful goal: to create a better future for their children. It was 1976, and support for families was scarce. Parents often received devastating and inaccurate messages from medical professionals, with some being told their child would never walk, read or...

Arts + Culture

More Than A Doll

How Olympia Dolls Inspire The Next Generation Article by Kristi Sellers Oftentimes, children's entertainment is increasingly driven by screens and fleeting trends. Luckily, some toys are designed to leave something more lasting behind. Olympia Dolls is one of them, blending imaginative play with timeless stories that have inspired generations for centuries. Founded by entrepreneur Jennifer Oz, Olympia Dolls introduces children to legendary female figures from Greek mythology through...

Life + Culture

Wagging Tails, Playful Personalities

Meet Bogey And Favorite Furry Friends Chosen By Community Votes Article by Kelley Lamm From wagging tails and playful personalities to unwavering loyalty and unconditional love, our pets truly become family. That's why we were so excited to host our first   Cover Pet Contest and celebrate the special companions who fill our homes and hearts with joy. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who entered, voted and shared the incredible stories of their beloved pets. The enthusiasm from our community...

Life + Culture

17th Annual Pedal The Cause

Anyone Can 'Ride' To End Cancer, Sept. 19-20, Assures PTC's Eleanor Goedeke Article by Julie Brown Patton WHAT IS PEDAL THE CAUSE? "It's a charity bike ride (not a race) and community celebration that funds local cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital. 100% of participant-raised donations seed, speed and lead cutting-edge cancer research. To date, we've raised more than $56 million, creating a real impact in fighting cancer." HOW TO GET...

Shopping

Kid-Inspired, New Boutique:

Little Derby Now Open In Ladue To Provide Timeless Fashion For Children Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Katie Lentini/Lentini Productions For clothing in sizes newborn through 12 years, the team at a new, sister-owned boutique in Ladue promises to offer perfect pieces for every little one, including gifts and matching sibling outfits. Called Little Derby, LLC, the store opened during this April.  Elizabeth Barrett, Caitlin Purcell and Megan Barrett are "three sisters" who...

Home + Design

Forty Years Of Timeless Design

Prestige Pools & Spas Celebrates 40 Years Of Creating Sophisticated Outdoor Environments Defined By Craftsmanship, Innovation And Enduring Legacy Article by Stacey Dixson | Photography by Katie Pinkston Celebrating 40 years in business, Prestige Pools & Spas stands as one of the St. Louis region’s most enduring and sophisticated names in luxury outdoor living. What began in 1985 as a family-operated swimming pool company founded by Fran and Joan Struckhoff has evolved into a premier...

Style + Beauty

Celebrate St. Louis

A Revelry Of Community, Innovation And The Future Article by Audra Harrold | Photography by Celebrate St. Louis As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, St. Louis is coming together in a way only the Arch city can. Celebrate St. Louis dramatically will transform downtown on July 3 and 4 into a vibrant gathering place filled with live music, innovation, civic pride and memorable moments designed to unite the region. Celebrate St. Louis is more than a festival or fireworks...

Arts + Culture

Twister: The Horse That Paints

A Miraculous Twist-Of-Fate Results In The Birth Of An Equestrian Picasso Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson | Photography by Cameron Glenn His name is Twist-of-Fate, but everyone calls him Twister. Part thoroughbred and part draft horse, Twister is known as a warmblood horse, a combination that gives him both his good looks and kind disposition. It also makes him a fast learner and a good role model. By all accounts, Twister's lucky to be alive at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, a division of the...

Arts + Culture

Forest Park ForBooksEver

New, Local Interest Books To Explore: "How Forest Park Was Made" & "Forest Park St. Louis Gathering Place Since 1876" Article by Julie Brown Patton Forest Park is a crown jewel of St. Louis, along with being the focus of two new books.  How Forest Park Was Made by   Ian Sullivan Ian grew up in the countryside outside of St. Louis. He says Forest Park became a frequent destination to hunt down adventure, refuel imagination and stumble into learning. Still a St. Louis native, Ian...

Entertainment

Book A Rockstar Cabin Stay

Legend Lodge: Where Luxury Meets Rock’n’Roll Edge And Total Escape At This Publishers' Destination Pick Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Ryan Media Group For a backstage pass to peace, passion and pure forest aura, head to Legend Lodge. This newly renovated, exclusive rockstar retreat on 17 private acres of secluded woods is located in Logan, Ohio, just 6 miles from Hocking Hills State Park. "Mark and I wanted to create property located in a place where people could...