Home + Design

Deck the Halls

HomeWork with Trisha Article by Trisha McConkey | Photography by Jessica Rose Photo & Video My love affair with our home on 408 Gill began in January of 2023. The house spoke to me the moment I walked through the front door. Our family is big and busy, and I knew this beautiful house would be the perfect fit – it just needed a “little work.” Having remodeled three previous homes, I understood the process was more challenging than the transformations portrayed on HGTV. Still, I was captivated...

Arts + Culture

Have a Holly, Jolly, Rockin' Holiday Experience

Million Dollar Quartet Christmas Premiers in The Repertory Theatre Article by Lilly Anderson and Oliva Silvey | Photography by The Repertory Theatre St. Louis The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is ready to knock your holiday socks off with  Million Dollar Quartet Christmas , a rockin' holiday musical experience that brings together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins in a holiday jam session that will have audiences jingling all the way this December 4 - 22, 2024...

Life + Culture

From all of us to all of you

Holiday Greetings from Kirkwood City Lifestyle Partners Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by Provided The Kirkwood City Lifestyle partners express their heartfelt good wishes from their family to yours in the spirit of festive family celebration. This holiday season is a time to reflect on the importance of family and community, values that resonate deeply with each of our partners. They extend their warmest season's greetings through their cherished family photos, symbolizing the bonds...

Wellness

Give the Gift of Self-Care

How Red Light Therapy Can Recharge Your Mind and Body this holiday season. Article by Katie Mackenzie | Photography by Provided As a business owner and mother, I often find myself constantly on the move, juggling work and family life demands. The stress can become overwhelming, especially this time of year. I can almost feel my cortisol levels rising, signaling that I need to pay attention to my self-care. The gift of self-care is typically last on our holiday gifts-to-get list, but here's why...

Health + Wellness

Give the Gift of Caring

How to ensure the well-being of family this holiday season. Article by Sharon Balleau, Senior Care Advocate | Photography by Provided As the holiday season approaches, giving the intangible gift of care and attention to our older adult relatives and friends becomes increasingly important. Family gatherings and community festivities provide an ideal opportunity to ensure their needs are met and assess any areas where they may require additional support. While joyous celebrations are abundant...

Life + Culture

Making memories through meaningful gifting

The Novel Neighbor and Noble Neighbor are more than books. Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by The Novel Neighbor Celebrating the 10th anniversary of The Novel Neighbor, owner Holland Saltsman's story illustrates the transformative power of literature and community engagement. The Novel Neighbor is more than a bookstore; the shop is filled with new books of all genres, locally made art, and carefully curated gifts for avid readers of all ages. They facilitate in-store book clubs, host...

Sports + Recreation

Creating Family Memories

Kyle Henke and his Parks & Recreation team work while we play. And he wouldn't have it any other way. Article by Olivia Silvey | Photography by City of Kirkwood Fully embracing outdoor adventure is not a requirement for the Parks and Recreation Director role, but having a spirit of discovery and vision for seeing opportunities instead of challenges is precisely why the city and the residents of Kirkwood are thankful Kyle Henke is leading the Parks and Recreation Department. Describe the big...

Arts + Culture

Performances warm the soul

Winter Opera St. Louis opens at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center Article by Lilly Anderson | Photography by Winter Opera Winter Opera Saint Louis is poised for a transformative 18th season thanks to the generous contribution from the Preston M. Green Charitable Foundation. The opera company acquired a 13,000-square-foot building in Creve Coeur that will house Winter Opera St. Louis' operations, rehearsal space, costume, prop and set storage, alterations and costume design, and a dedicated...

Arts + Culture

Art with a purpose

Benefiting Circle of Concern and the Honor Flight Network Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by Mary Hanson, Kirkwood Artist The 3rd Annual Art with a Purpose Show & Raffle will be held on Sunday, November 3, from 1 - 4 pm at American Legion Post 156 on 314 S. Clay Ave. in Kirkwood. Art on display for the raffle includes paintings, drawings, sculptures, fiber, and wood from local artists. Raffle tickets are $40; all proceeds benefit the Circle of Concern and the Honor Flight Network. 

Local Services

Home Team Advantage.

Scott and Wendy Combs talk about what it takes to build a winning team. Article by Lilly Anderson | Photography by Chris Hayes The story of this iconic third-generation auto and tire shop reads like a playbook straight off a coach's desk. Sitting in the lobby of Combs Auto and Tire, decorated from floor to ceiling with local sports memorabilia, owners Scott and Wendy Combs talk about what it takes to develop a winning team. As avid sports fans, Scott and Wendy's core values underscore...