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Holiday Reads For Young Hearts

Three Local Authors Share Stories Filled With Courage, Kindness And Love Article by Kelley Lamm The holidays are the perfect time to cozy up with great stories, and these three locally written children’s books will bring joy, laughter and heartwarming lessons to every home.  OH OLIVE: Oh No! A BIG BAD BULLY! by Kelley G. Lamm Olive the bulldog doesn’t want to go to Paw Academy today, not today, no way! Her tummy rumbles with worry about Tully, the new dog who stomps and thuds with every...

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Luxury In Motion

NAS Transportation Redefines Comfort, Reliability, First-Class Local Travel Article by Stacey Dixson | Photography by John Evert After a night of yuletide festivities, ensuring a safe arrival is of highest priority. Enter NAS Transportation, one of St. Louis area’s premier providers of luxury transportation. Nadine Azar co-owns NAS transportation with her husband, Fadi. The business began nearly a decade ago when they relocated to St. Louis. Nadine got her start building her luxury...

Food + Beverage

Restaurant Tour For Holiday Meals

Make Room For GIO Modern Italian, The Brass Rail Steakhouse, Erio's Ristorante Article by Julie Brown Patton Holidays are truly magical at GIO Modern Italian! GIO's husband and wife co-owners' dynamic duo, Giovanni "Gio" and Jessica LaFata, say they deck the halls like no one else, with Christmas trees and festive décor filling every corner of the restaurant at 138 Chesterfield Towne Center. "Guests can sip on our seasonal sips, soak in the sparkling surroundings and join us for one of our...

Arts + Culture

The Artistic Mastery Of Guilloché And Enamel

David Oscarson Introduces His 'Spirit of St. Louis Charles Lindbergh Pioneer Of The Skies' Collection Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson “I want to create something that is beautiful that educates, enlightens and inspires, along with a bit of storytelling that is captivating and interesting,” says David Oscarson of the more than 40 designs he's offered luxury fountain pen collectors and buyers since 2000. That's when he launched his eponymous brand with the limited-edition Henrik Wigstrom...

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Holiday Edition: The Fashion Edit List

Unwrap The Best Of Local Style And Thoughtful Design This Season Article by Audra Harrold The holidays have a way of bringing out people's softer side, the part that loves to give, to surprise and to treat the people we care about (and maybe ourselves), to something special. This year, skip the generic and celebrate in true St. Louis style. The metropolitan region is brimming with talented designers, boutique owners and makers who pour heart, skill and serious style into every piece. For Her...

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Holiday Pop-Up Bars Up On The Rooftop

Catch Sizzling Seasonal Spirit Within The 360 Decked-Out Bar With Glittering Decorations Article by Julie Brown Patton Now through Dec. 30, festive team members at 360 Westport are hosting what's considered one of the best seasonal, pop-up holiday bars in the St. Louis metropolitan region.  Blaise Pstoret, director of restaurants at Lodging Hospitality Management and 360 Westport general manager, says guests can enjoy seasonal cocktails and a glittering holiday atmosphere. "We provide...

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Holiday Gift Guide

Advice Editorial: Creative Gifts They Won't Expect Article by Mel Boban The holidays roll around so fast, and the overwhelm of gifting arrives with it. These gift ideas take the typical gift cards, lotion sets and candle collections up a notch with created and thoughtful touches that will wow recipients. The holidays call for a little bit of luxury, after all. Men Men's Modern General Store is newly opened and conveniently located in Cottleville. It's a gold mine for creative, unique and...

Health + Wellness

Get Your Daily ExerMoves

Advice Editorial: A New Book Inspiring Adults To Age With Energy And Independence Article by Dr. Beth Templin, PT, DPT, HouseFit Physical Therapy & Fitness Most people want to stay strong and independent as they age, but too many believe decline is inevitable. I’ve spent my career helping people see aging doesn’t have to mean slowing down. In my new book, Get Your Daily ExerMoves , I bust the biggest myths about aging and show how movement, not medication, is key to staying healthy and...

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The Beauty of Handmade: Why I Make Jewelry by Hand

If you’ve ever held a piece of jewelry that was lovingly crafted by hand, you know there’s a certain magic to it—a subtle energy that can’t be captured in mass-produced pieces. As a jewelry designer who makes every creation by hand, I often reflect on why I continue to choose this path. For me, the decision is grounded not only in aesthetics, but also in the deep emotional connections that handmade goods foster. Today, I want to share my perspective on what makes handmade jewelry—and handmade...

Life + Culture

Little Patients, Big Miracles

Uniting St. Louis And The World Through Pediatric Medicine Article by Stacey Dixson, PhD | Photography by World Pediatrics When one is honored at the United Nations General Assembly, it’s a strong affirmation that your mission is making a global impact. This year, World Pediatrics, an international nonprofit providing life-saving pediatric surgical care to children without access to advanced medical treatment, celebrates its 25th anniversary. With nine locations around the world, including a...