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Creating Connections - September
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By Barb Byerly, BJB Creative Services
Art McDonnell is overflowing with mixed feelings these days. He's excited to take the next step in his life, but knows he's going to miss seeing so many familiar faces in his store when he closes McDonnell's Market Place on Oct. 1, 2011. And it's no wonder - after 75 years of family ownership, he literally grew up in the store. On the positive side, this will allow him to spend more time with his family and to pursue some of his professional interests. He has filed for re-election as Kirkwood's Mayor and if elected, he will be focusing attention and efforts on several economic related projects to benefit the biz community and residents. Art welcomes all Chamber members to stop by the store before it closes - while you're there, you may want to share your memories of this great local biz for a special memory book being assembled by Art's and Barbara's sons, Peter and Alex. Congratulations, Art!
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Dress It Up A Notch? Yes They Did!
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Are you ready to see our Dress It Up a Notch winners revealed? The four members who won our makeover contest were great sports, and we think you'll agree that their transformations were spectacular!
They are:
Ellen O'Brien - Coldwell Banker Gundaker
Cate Riebold - Lexington Design & Furniture
Dr. Dan Ybarra - A Better Life Wellness Center
Joel Kirk - All Air Systems
Thank you again to our sponsors (and makeover experts) who made this event such a success.
Ginger Bay Salon & Spa
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
LookAfter Hair Company
Jos. A Bank Clothiers
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Member Focus
| Based on the rankings of three national remodeling industry publications, residential design-build firm Mosby Building Arts becomes the #1 remodeling company in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. This statistic is based on the following rankings: #1 Market Leader in St. Louis per Professional Remodeler magazine, #94 nationwide per Qualified Remodeler magazine and #19 nationwide per Remodeling magazine.
Dine Downtown Kirkwood, is a week of dining and shopping activities planned for October 2-8. The week will culminate with Downtown Kirkwood's annual Fall Festival of Local Flavor. Click Here to check out the complete schedule.
Pumpkin Season has officially arrived at Einstein Bros Bagels in Kirkwood and it tastes delicious! Check out their Pumpkin Bagels with Pumpkin Schmear, Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese Icing and don't forget the Pumpkin Spice Cafe Latte. Hurry before they're gone!
Greenscape Gardens is proud to be recognized as a 2011 Revolutionary 100 Garden Center. This list is comprised of 100 garden centers from across the country who are leading the revolution in progressive garden center retailing. Greenscape joins this ranking for its community involvement and environmental consciousness.
Are you tired of the frequent price increases for DVD subscription services? Remember, Kirkwood Public Library has a collection of new release DVDs for a three day checkout at no cost... Yes, they are free, free, free!! All you need is a valid library card. The library orders multiple copies of new titles every week to ensure the latest and greatest current releases are readily available. Check them out today!
Local moving company TWO MEN AND A TRUCKŪ wants to make this fall a bit warmer for the families of local service people in need with its "Truckload of Warmth" drive. The company is partnering with the Chamber to gather new and gently used winter necessities and deliver them to Operation Homefront. All new or gently used winter clothing items are welcome. The collection will benefit men, women and children and Operation Homefront welcomes donations of all sizes. The most needed items include: Coats/windbreakers, Hats, Scarves, Gloves/mittens, Sweaters/sweatshirts, Boots and New socks. To make a donation, stop by Two Men And A Truck or the Chamber office; both offices will accept donations Sept. 20 - Oct. 13.
The City of Kirkwood will once again host a series of FREE informational classes for residents. This year's topics will focus on a variety of public safety issues. The classes are free and open to the public, but advance registration is requested. All Classes are FREE and open to the public. Classes run 60 to 90 minutes and begin at 6:30 p.m., at the library indicated. Kirkwood Public Library (KPL) is located at 140 E. Jefferson. The Oak Bend (OB) branch, of the St. Louis County Library system, is located at 842 S. Holmes Avenue in Kirkwood. Residents can register by sending an email to:raglangl@kirkwoodmo.org, or by calling 314-822-5801. The topics, dates, and locations are: September 29: Fire Proofing Your Home (OB), October 10: Preparing for Natural Disasters, Kirkwood Public Library (KPL) and October 27: CPR for Adults, Children, and Infants (OB).
St. Anthony's Medical Center presents "Survey Says! An Interactive Look at Weight Loss and Nutrition Myths". Donna Wagstaff, M.D., and Elizabeth Patton, a registered licensed dietitian and certified diabetes educator, will present this informative presentation using a fun and interactive voting tool for the audience from 6:30 to 8 pm on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Participants will learn the truth behind common weight loss and nutrition myths, how to have their best metabolism and how achieving and maintaining a healthy weight can help them avoid illness and disease. The program will take place at the Holiday Inn South County Center, 6921 South Lindbergh Blvd. This is free, but advance registration is advised. For more information or to register, call 314-ANTHONY (268-4669) or 1-800-554-9550. |
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Help shoppers start the holidays in style by having a booth at the Happy Holidays Boutique! This free shopping extravaganza is on Wednesday, November 2nd from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm at the Holiday Inn Southwest Viking in Sunset Hills. Join the 80+ vendors help shoppers find the perfect gift for everyone on their lists. You can also promote your business in the free Boutique Bonus Book filled with coupons to local businesses. What makes our Boutique so special:
