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All Around Concierge
Leave the pesky details of everyday
life to All Around Concierge LLC and
gain more free time.
Whether it is a personal assistant for a
day, or just someone to mail a package,
the company offers a full range of
services at competitive prices. Jessica
Roepken and Kathlyn Tonn-Achilleos
opened the business to fill a need in the
community and as a way to help people
manage their busy lives.
“We can run errands such as
shopping for groceries, standing in
line at the DMV, taking a car in for
repairs, pet sitting and just about
any other task you might need,” said
Roepken, a degreed accountant. “Our
minimum service requirement is just
one hour, which is less than many of
our competitors, and that makes us an
affordable option.”
The demands of a career, family and
personal needs can be overwhelming.
All Around Concierge LLC helps timestarved
clients find balance. With just
one phone call, clients can delegate the
boring parts of the day to this customerand
service-oriented concierge company.
Jessica Roepken and
Kathlyn Tonn-Achilleos, Owners
“We are in this business because we
like people, we enjoy helping others,
we enjoy doing this kind of work, and
we feel there is a need for this kind
of service in the St. Charles County
area,” explained Roepken. “Our goal
is to accommodate the needs of our
clients in a confidential and professional
manner.”
All Around Concierge LLC also
has programs available to employers
interested in offering concierge services
as an employee benefit in order to
improve productivity and corporate
morale.
All Around Concierge LLC provides
one-call problem solving, time saving,
organizational and personal assistant
services.
All Around Concierge LLC
St. Charles County
(314) 281-8376
www.allaroundconcierge.com
Early in 2003, at a time when other
hospitals were eliminating behavioral
health treatment and services, a group
of dedicated physicians and mental
health care advocates established
CenterPointe Hospital as an inpatient
child and adolescent psychiatric
treatment facility.
Under the direction of Chief Executive
Officer Azfar Malik, MD, MBA,
DFAPA, the hospital has expanded
over the past 10 years to address the
inpatient and outpatient needs of senior
adults, adults, adolescents, children and
families as well as adding a residential
addiction treatment program.
“CenterPointe’s expansion has
provided the opportunity to offer
the most highly effective patient
care available. As a privately owned
hospital, we are unique with regard
to our exclusive focus on behavioral
health. Because it is our only specialty,
our energy, professional expertise and
resources are focused on setting us
apart from other programs, allowing us
to make a difference in so many lives,”
Malik said.
The continuum of care ranges
from one-to-one psychotherapy and
psychiatry, and outpatient group
therapy to inpatient acute stabilization
and residential programs for substance
abuse and self-injury. CenterPointe
Hospital also provides the new cuttingedge
Neurostar TMS depression
treatment for adults.
The hospital’s exclusive focus on
behavioral health enables it to offer
lower levels of care in locations outside
the main hospital. CenterPointe also
provides level-of-care assessments and
referrals at no cost at all hours every
day. This saves patients money and
time.
The health care providers at
CenterPointe Hospital provide a
combination of medically managed
care, therapy and education, that helps
patients learn to effectively manage
their illnesses and cope with the effects
on their lives.
CenterPointe Hospital
4801 Weldon Spring Parkway
St. Charles
(636) 441-7300
www.centerpointehospital.com
On July 7, 1987, Bill and Colleen
Brannan opened P’sghetti’s Pasta and
Sandwiches with two simple goals:
providing quality food at affordable
prices and offering outstanding
customer service. Since that time the
restaurant has grown from a ‘mom and
pop’ establishment to a South County
favorite. The Brannans opened their
second location in Glendale in 2010 and
in January of this year expanded across
the river to O’Fallon.
The Brannans continue to run the
family-owned and operated business
with the same goals in mind. Whether
guests are dining in, or carrying out on
the way home from work, the prompt
service and traditional flavors will satisfy
even the most discriminating taste buds.
“We are best known for our fresh baked
sweet bread and our family recipe for
a perfect red sauce,” says Jon Park,
general manager of the restaurant’s
newest location. “We offer both hot and
cold sandwiches, made-to-order pasta
and fresh salads.”
The professional staff at P’sghetti’s
Pasta and Sandwiches also will assist
with catering needs to make that special
Colleen & Bill Brannan, Owners
family celebration or work event a
success. A full array of food is available
with menu options to suit every style and
budget, and the restaurant also provides
delivery service.
The daily specials are popular selections
and an easy choice for a quick family
dinner. The portions are generous, the
price is right, and the food is satisfying.
At P’sghetti’s Pasta and Sandwiches,
diners experience a warm, comfortable
environment that invites friends and
families to relax and enjoy each other
over a great meal.
Bill Brannan has one important
message for customers who have
patronized P’sghetti’s for nearly 30 years
and counting: “The Brannan family
thanks you for your continued loyalty
and support.”
P’sghetti’s Pasta and Sandwiches
1120 Technology Dr. • O’Fallon
(636) 329-1114
www.psghettis.com
The Verity Law Firm, LLC is a legal
service resource for individuals, families
and businesses seeking dependable
guidance in estate administration,
federal/state taxation and general
business representation. Attorney
Deborah Smiley has specialized in estate
and business planning and estate and
trust administration for the majority of
her 20-plus years of legal practice.
Smiley opened her firm to help families
and businesses protect their loved ones
and their livelihoods. Smiley’s previous
experience at a boutique estate planning
firm and as a financial planner and trust
advisor has given her the necessary expertise
to advise and guide clients on a variety of
wealth management issues. Smiley’s
practice includes asset protection and
preservation, business succession and
sale, estate and business planning, and
retirement planning.
“I am committed to growing my
practice in St. Charles County by
providing a personal touch, accessibility
and competitive fees,” stated Smiley. “I
travel to the homes of my homebound
clients and I offer flexible office hours,
including evenings and Saturdays, for
Deborah Smiley, Attorney
clients who work Monday through
Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.”
Smiley is an Accredited Estate Planner,
a graduate level specialization in estate
planning awarded by the National
Association of Estate Planners &
Councils (NAEPC) to recognize estate
planning professionals who meet
stringent requirements of experience,
knowledge, education, professional
reputation and character.
Smiley also is a Certified Financial
Planner, a designation granted to
individuals who adhere to stringent
principles of integrity, professionalism
and diligence when dealing with
clients. Certification involves a lengthy
education requirement and the successful
passage of multiple exams dealing with
personal finance subjects.
The Verity Law Firm
2085 Bluestone Drive • St. Charles
(314) 603-9568
www.veritylawfirm.com

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When plans call for a new deck, patio
or sunroom, Chesterfield Fence &
Deck can create the perfect addition
for any home. Founded in 1968, the
company was created to serve a niche
in the home improvement industry by
building fences.
“We’ve since then evolved into
a fence, deck, patio and sunroom
company and are proud to still be
operated under the original ownership
and management with longtime,
dedicated employees,” said Shari
Thiel, director of marketing. “We have
long lasting product lines that have
superior quality and the industry’s best
warranties.”
Chesterfield Fence and Deck is a
family-owned and operated business
that over the years has grown into
a full-service remodeling company
specializing in the design and
installation of custom fences, decks,
patios, sunrooms and screen rooms.
Its reputation is exceptional.
“Recently, the company was awarded
with the Family-Owned Small
Business of the Year Award by the SBA
of Eastern Missouri,” Thiel noted.
Customers can experience the
company’s fence, deck and sunroom
products first-hand in its 25,000-squarefoot
showroom. To provide even
more warehouse and office space, the
business recently expanded into another
20,800-square-foot building across
from the current location.
Chesterfield Fence and Deck
provides customers only the highest
quality products coupled with expert
installation by a professionally trained
and qualified team.
“Our employees are very intent on
delivering on the promise of quality
and service and strive to continuously
improve all aspects of how a customer
is served,” Thiel said.
Chesterfield Fence & Deck
620 Spirit Valley East Drive
Chesterfield
(636) 532-4054
Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
www.chesterfieldfence.com
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Alliance Real Estate is making dreams
come true for thousands of families
looking for the perfect home.
The largest locally-owned real estate
company in St. Louis, (formerly
Prudential Alliance REALTORS) joined
forces with the Berkshire Hathaway
HomeServices national brand last June,
in order to enhance its tradition of
quality and service for area home buyers
and sellers. Being part of one of the most
respected and admired companies in the
world is a significant point of pride for
the real estate firm that is also rich in its
St. Louis heritage.
“We feel that Berkshire Hathaway
HomeServices is raising the bar on the
services it can offer its affiliates and
ultimately the consumer. We want to
be with a brand that is cutting edge:
investing in research, marketing, and
technology,” said President Kevin
Goffstein. Berkshire Hathaway
HomeServices Alliance Real Estate is a
family business that is deeply rooted in
the St. Louis community.
Owners: Bob Bax, EVP, Andrea Lawrence, CEO
and Kevin Goffstein, President
“We have been, and will remain,
leaders in St Louis real estate as we
continue to bring the very best brands,
tools and services to our agents, our
clients, our communities,” said CEO
Andrea Lawrence. “We’ve operated for
over 40 years, as a professional, trusted
franchise, and currently retain over 400
highly trained and qualified sales agents
and corporate staff in seven locations
throughout the metro region.”
The real estate professionals at Berkshire
Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real
Estate are ready and better equipped than
ever to support St. Louis homeowners in
their transition from one community to
another, whether in St. Louis, across the
country, or around the world.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Alliance Real Estate
17050 Baxter Road, Suite 200
Chesterfield
(800) 325-7700
www.bhhsall.com
Beseda Bistro co-owners Brian Beseda
and Chef John Foy invite diners to
gather with friends and family to share
a great meal, a favorite drink and lots of
laughter. It’s what they call “food for the
soul,” and it’s also the philosophy behind
their new O’Fallon restaurant. Located
at 104 Triad Center West in the former
Rizzo’s location, Beseda Bistro offers
a truly diverse selection of outstanding
menu choices.
The bistro features American cuisine with
lots of options. Entrees include delicious
steak, chicken, pork and pasta dishes,
along with pizza, burgers, sandwiches
and wraps. There’s also an emphasis on
seafood and fish, such as naturally raised
salmon and Cajun shrimp. All entrees
include a bistro side salad and choice of a
number of freshly prepared sides.
It all begins with great appetizers,
and Beseda Bistro does not disappoint,
tempting customers with a list of local
favorites like wings, toasted ravioli and
fried calamari. Pizza aficionados will
love Beseda Bistro too; the restaurant
offers numerous toppings to create
your own pizza along with Chef Foy’s
specialty creations.
Beseda’s mouthwatering burgers are
Chef John Foy
grilled and dressed to please. And the
restaurant’s selection of custom-made
sandwiches really stands out; the list
currently includes more than a dozen,
from club sandwiches to hot chicken,
pork tenderloin and fish selections, to
hearty ribeye steak served on toasted
cheese garlic bread. Daily soup specials, a
number of salads tossed with homemade
dressings, and enticing desserts round
out the menu. There’s also a children’s
menu for the little ones.
Beseda Bistro’s goal is to provide great
food and service, with plentiful menu
choices to provide a little something for
everyone. Come in to Beseda Bistro and
“feed your soul” today!
Beseda Bistro
104 Triad Center West • O’Fallon
(636) 272-7474
Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Fri., 11 a.m.-midnight
Sat., 4 p.m.-midnight
Sun., 4 p.m.-9 p.m.
www.besedabistro.com
The Yuppy Puppy pet spa is your one
stop place for luxury treatments for
your furry family member. Yuppy Puppy
is celebrating 13 years in business and
has just opened a second location in
St. Peters.
Both locations offer full service
luxury grooming services and top of
the line spa products. All pet stylists are
certified in skin and coat, pet first aid,
and scissoring techniques by the ABKA
and continue education yearly to keep
up to date in the industry to provide
clients with the best care possible.
A new service Yuppy Puppy is excited
to bring to the clients is the self wash
available at the St. Peters location only.
For families that would like to pamper
their pet in a professional way and leave
the mess behind. A variety of tub sizes
are available with a bathing system,
salon dryers, and all the towels and
finishers you need.
At the O’Fallon location Yuppy
Puppy offers luxury suite boarding,
cage free boarding, indoor/outdoor
playcamp, pick up and delivery and
in-home pet sitting. “We create a
home-like environment for your pet”
Cooke said. “The more we keep to a
pets schedule like they have at home
the overall better healthy boarding
experience the pet is likely to have.
If your pet eats at 5 a.m., then potties
at 6 a.m., we can do that because we
are staffed 24/7.” “We have done
everything you can imagine from
feeding a pet with special needs with
a spoon, to video messaging pet’s
parents while away. It’s what we do
and what we love”.
“We are honored that our customers
choose Yuppy Puppy for all their pets
needs” Cooke said.
Yuppy Puppy
3022 Wing Haven Blvd. • O’Fallon, MO
(636) 625 0030
299 Salt Lick Rd. • St. Peters, MO
(636) 387 1709
www.yuppypuppyspa.com
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Mosquitoes are an all too familiar
summer nuisance. In addition to
irritating bites mosquitoes carry nasty
diseases. Mosquito Joe of St. Charles
County can help.
The experienced team of technicians
at Mosquito Joe deliver convenient and
effective mosquito control treatments
to rid yards of mosquitoes, ticks and
fleas. The synthetic barrier spray
targets shrubs and plants eliminating
mosquitoes on contact and bonding
to foliage, where it remains effective
for up to approximately three weeks.
As an alternative to the longer-lasting
synthetic solution, Mosquito Joe offers
an all-natural barrier spray that is
effective for approximately two weeks.
“Mosquito Joe offers programs and
products that allow people to enjoy
their yards, promote good health and
eliminate disease carrying insects all
at the same time,” said owner Eric
Hartnagel. “We not only enjoy making
outside fun again, our team consists
of people who have their hearts set on
making our community a better place.”
A call to Mosquito Joe will be answered
by a friendly staff member who will help
determine the best treatment for each
home and business. No contracts are
required and satisfaction is guaranteed.
“Our technicians are trained mosquito
control experts, outfitted with the latest
gear and backed by the coordination
of top-notch support staff,” said
Hartnagel. “At Mosquito Joe we get
the job done swiftly and thoroughly,
leaving a noticeable absence of biting
insects in our wake.”
Whether it is a special outdoor event,
a backyard barbecue, or just the kids
playing outside, keep mosquitoes
off guests with Mosquito Joe of St.
Charles County.
Mosquito Joe of St. Charles County
310 Wallace Court
(636) 489-7025
www.stcharlescounty.mosquitojoe.com
Joy Wojczyk has always had a passion
for baking culinary treats. After creating
wedding and cupcake cakes for friends
and family, Wojczyk took her passion to
the next level and opened her own shop
– Cupcake Amore.
Cupcake Amore offers a variety of
flavors from which to choose. While
the everyday flavors keep customers
returning for more, Wojczyk likes to
give each season a special kick – and
the customers even more reasons for
falling in love with the shop’s tasty
cupcakes.
“We do pie flavors in July, because
you’re thinking picnics around that
time,” said Wojczyk. “Some of our
other summer flavors include s’mores,
banana cream and cotton candy.”
If enjoying cupcakes isn’t enough,
customers can rent the Parisian-themed
cafe and party rooms for wedding
showers, bridal showers and other fun
events.
“We host birthday parties for children
of all ages. Attendees are treated to
games, entertainment and different
themed decorations,” Wojczyk said.
“During parties, guests decorate two
cupcakes – one for eating at the party
and one for taking home.”
The cupcakes are created from
Wojczyk’s recipe perfected over time,
and the icing is made in-house. For
those customers on special diets,
Cupcake Amore also offers gluten-free,
egg-free and vegan cupcakes.
Baking delicious cupcakes is important
at Cupcake Amore but giving back to the
community and building relationships
with customers also is a priority.
“The shop is a place where customers
can come and relax and hang out …
girlfriends coming in, moms bringing
their daughters, dads bringing their
children, and so on,” Wojczyk said.
Cupcake Amore
2443 Hwy. K • O’Fallon, MO
(636) 294-1445
Tues.-Wed., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.;
Thurs., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.;
Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Closed Sun. and Mon.
www.cupcake-amore.com
Jaime Grosvenor, owner of Molly
Maid of St. Charles County, has high
expectations for the services they provide.
“The instant you walk in your
home, you’ll know we were there” is
the company slogan because the experience
of coming home to a clean fresh
house is just invigorating. “We want our
customers to feel good when they walk
in the door and have more free time to
enjoy,” explains Jaime.
Molly Maid was voted Best Value by
“Good Housekeeping” magazine and
gives every customer’s home “The Pink
Glove Treatment.” That means that Jaime
or her manager comes to a potential
customer’s home and discusses their
unique cleaning needs and expectations
to develop a written “Pink Glove Treatment”
plan.
“Each person’s expectations are different
and not every cleaning company
bothers to ask about personal expectations,”
says Jaime. “We don’t require
contracts from our customers and know
we have to earn their continued business
every time we walk in the door.
How can I guarantee satisfaction if I
don’t really listen to how a customer
wants things done?”
Molly Maid assures that their teams
will treat each home with the utmost
care and respect. Customers can expect
a team of two uniformed, bonded and
insured cleaners to arrive with all of
the necessary supplies and equipment.
They have reliable transportation in the
familiar blue cars with distinctive pink
Molly Maid logos and professional uniforms.
“Our customers often find that we offer
more reliability and peace of mind
than they’ve ever experienced from a
maid service,” Jaime said. If you want
to make coming home feel great again,
contact Molly Maid today.
MOLLY MAID
3690 West Clay St. • St. Charles
(636) 939-MAID (6243)
www.mollymaid.com
Since 1994, Fick Supply Service
has been the leading supplier of bulk
landscaping products for homes,
gardens and businesses in the St. Louis
area. Fick Supply takes great pride
in having the highest quality and the
largest selection of mulch, decorative
gravel, topsoil, compost and crushed
rock for the creation of beautiful
landscapes.
Fick Supply specializes in customer
service. The friendly staff will assist
in the selection of products, help load
vehicles and provide punctual delivery
at the customer’s request. No matter the
size of the project – from one to 1,000
cubic yards – Fick Supply Service has
the people, the integrity, the equipment
and the service needed to get the project
done.
Fick Supply also accepts clean fill and
yard waste materials for a minimal fee.
The company harnesses the ability to
convert unwanted materials into useful,
environmentally friendly products.
Recycling yard waste prevents the
materials from entering the solid waste
stream.
In addition to recycling products onsite,
Fick Supply offers waste wood
grinding and recycling services on
a larger scale to valued commercial
customers. By utilizing high-volume
output horizontal grinders, which are
faster because the material is force fed
rather than gravity fed, the company
is able to maintain unsurpassed endproduct
specifications. Horizontal
grinders also reduce the likelihood of
accidents caused by thrown objects as
compared to tub grinders.
The company’s fleet of equipment
also can accommodate large-scale land
clearing and recycling efforts in an
efficient and cost effective manner.
At Fick Supply Service the goal
is simple: to help customers create
exceptional landscapes by offering the
best value, quality, service, quantity and
selection.
Fick Supply Service, Inc.
501 N. Eatherton Road • Wildwood
(636) 532-4978
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Nex Generation Jewelry, LLC is a onestop
jewelry shop. The store provides
services for all jewelry needs on-site
– from custom design to expert repair
and restoration to casting and insurance
appraisals. Those special sentimental
pieces in need of repair do not leave the
premises until they are restored to better
than new condition, typically within 24 to
48 hours after being dropped off.
Business owner Melissa Howe has been
working in the industry for 11 years and
always has had a passion for beautiful
jewelry. Also, beside her works Amy
Corley, store manager with 15 years
experience.
“I believe everyone should be able to
own jewelry that conveys their unique
style while also meeting their budget
requirements,” Howe said. “I want to help
others find jewelry that expresses their
individuality at a price that is affordable
for them.”
Custom jewelry design comes in many
price ranges, and Howe and her staff work
hard to offer both competitive prices and
quality products. Nex Generation Jewelry,
Melissa Howe, Owner
and Amy Corley, Store Manager
LLC will either use your own gemstones
or provide the stones for you when
creating a personalized piece. The store’s
master craftsman, Yefim Friedman, also
can create a new piece from your old,
rarely worn jewelry. Designers work
closely with each customer to arrive at a
style that will bring lasting pleasure.
“I have the philosophy that you come in
to the store as a customer and you leave
the store as a friend,” Howe said.
When you need a piece of jewelry that
far exceeds the ordinary, or you have
a favorite piece of jewelry that just
needs some polish and shine, visit Nex
Generation Jewelry, LLC. They can make
it happen.
Nex Generation Jewelry, LLC
4229 N. St. Peters Parkway
St. Peters
(636) 939-9500
www. nexgnerationjewelry.com
Mattress Direct is a factory direct
showroom for the Beautyrest and
Tempur-Pedic mattress companies. As
a factory direct showroom, Mattress
Direct is able to offer the same
products as a retail mattress store, but
at factory direct prices. That means
customers get the lowest possible price
every day!
The company partner’s with mattress
manufacturers and their suppliers to
bring the entire mattress catalog to the
public at factory direct prices. Its trained
sleep specialists realize how important
getting a great night’s sleep is and
that finding the right mattress can be a
challenge. Through selection, education
and its factory direct partnerships,
Mattress Direct can find the mattress
that best fits its customers’ needs.
Whatever their budget, customers get
the most mattress for their money when
they get it factory direct.
Mattress Direct pledges, “If you’re
tired of the games and gimmicks, and
waiting for the next ‘Big Sale’, then
visit us today to learn what it means to
buy direct.”
Mattress Direct is a locally owned
and operated company with lifelong
ties to St. Charles County. Three area
showrooms are located in St. Peters,
O’Fallon, and Dardenne Prairie.
“We look forward to helping St.
Charles County sleep better, one
factory direct mattress at a time.”
Mattress Direct
331 Costco Way • St. Peters
(636) 278-3099
1240 Highway K • O’Fallon, MO
(636) 240-1028
7943 Highway N • Dardenne Prairie
(636) 625-1440
www.stlmattressdirect.com
Everyone is family at T. Arcobasso’s
in Weldon Spring. Toni Arcobasso,
a second generation restaurateur and
owner of T. Arcobasso’s, wants diners –
and employees – to feel at home.
“I want people to feel comfort when
walking into T. Arcobasso’s” Toni said.
“This is my second home. I feel like
I’m walking into a dinner party every
night.”
The restaurant has been a family
business since 1972 when Toni’s father,
Tom, decided to stop driving a truck and
open a restaurant. He involved all three
of his daughters - and many extended
family members - in the business from
a young age. Toni wanted to keep the
family tradition alive even after her
father retired in 2005. She opened the
current location in Weldon Spring in
2007.
“I’ve been in the business since I was
12 years old,” Toni said. “I’ve always
worked for my dad.”
“I still use all of my dad’s recipes. I
buy the same brands, and I even have
the same chef,” Toni said.
The Italian restaurant offers a variety
of delectable appetizers to nibble on
from breaded cauliflower, mushrooms
or zucchini to bruschetta, calamari or
Italian wedding soup. Pasta choices
range from homemade lasagna and pasta
con broccoli to chicken fettuccini and
manicotti to cannelloni and tortellini.
The family-friendly restaurant
includes an intimate patio for dining
al fresco, an extensive children’s
menu and indulgent desserts such as
homemade tiramisu, cannoli and more.
“I’m here to make people happy, and
to make my mom and my dad proud,”
Toni said.
T. Arcobasso’s serves traditional
Italian food in an atmosphere replete
with traditional family values.
T. Arcobasso’s
1057 Wolfrum Road • Weldon Spring
(636) 300-4680
www.tarcobassos.com
Computers are indispensable in this
day and age. Jeff Computers has been
providing expert repairs, installations,
sales and consultations for computers
for over 20 years. Computers are in
good hands at Jeff Computers.
“We can fix almost any computer
problem and we also custom build
desktop and laptop computers,” said
Minnis, owner and president of Jeff
Computers. “Since we are locally
owned and operated, we offer faster and
better quality service.”
A one-stop solution for information
technology needs, many companies
rely on Jeff Computers’ services to keep
their network operating. The business
offers laptop and desktop computer
repairs and even performs expert remote
PC repair, which means there is no need
for the customer to leave home or work.
“We are one of the few companies that
can solve all of our customers’ needs,
and our computer website service offers
quick repairs online,” Minnis said.
A computer is only as useful as
the programs that are installed on
it. Professional software from Jeff
Computers turns every computer into
a useful tool. From writing programs
to anti-virus software, there is a large
selection of quality software available.
In addition, Minnis is the creator of the
popular StudyX, an easy, fun software
program that helps students from
elementary through graduate school
focus and study for tests.
Jeff Computers also provides data
recovery services for the rescue of lost
documents. Even when a hard drive
or computer may not be fixable, Jeff
Computers still may be able to retrieve
data and prevent it from being lost
forever.
Thanks to Minnis’ extensive
knowledge of computers, Jeff
Computers is fast becoming a leading
source for IT solutions. Its trained,
experienced technicians guarantee
quality and reliability for the best
computer service around.
Jeff Computers
14366 Manchester Road • Manchester
(636) 256-7901
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Signature Kitchen & Bath is a familyowned,
full-service kitchen and bath
remodeling company that since 1976
has been transforming people’s houses
into the homes of their dreams. Its
parent company, Lami Wood Products
in St. Peters, also owns Elite Stone &
Marble and California Closets and
produces its own custom cabinet line.
“Because of these unique partnerships,
we offer a more inclusive and thorough
experience for our clients,” said James
Cline, Vice President of Retail Sales
and Marketing.
That experience begins with a
meeting during which the company’s
experienced and knowledgable
designers meet with the client to get
an idea of the client’s vision for the
remodeling project. Next, the designers
create a design based on that vision,
and unlike most companies, Signature
Kitchen & Bath does not charge for its
design consultation.
“We want our customers to feel
comfortable about the choices they are
making before incurring any costs,”
Cline explained.
Whether looking to completely
remodel a kitchen or simply replace a
bathroom vanity, clients can discover
a myriad of design ideas at the
company’s three updated showrooms,
which showcase complete kitchens
and bathrooms with the latest styles in
cabinetry, countertops, skinks, faucets,
tile and more.
Signature Kitchen & Bath has a
reputation for its innovative designs,
outstanding customer service,
competitive pricing and superior
products.
“Our goal is to improve the quality
of our customers’ lives by providing
beautiful and functional designs for
their homes,” Cline said.
Signature Kitchen & Bath
9701 Manchester Road • Rock Hill
(636) 720-0451
14208 Manchester Road • Manchester
(636) 230-6400
4067 N. St. Peters Parkway • St. Charles
(636) 926-2414
Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;
Tues., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
www.signaturekb.com
STYGAR
Family of Funeral Service
Personal and caring service has been
the standard at the family business of
Stygar Family of Funeral Service for
more than 70 years.
Brothers Steve, Jeff and Greg Stygar
are hands-on and on-site owners who
personally meet with family members
and handle all of the details related to
funeral arrangements.
“We offer services to meet every
family’s need for memorialization and
healing,” said Jeff, vice president of
the Mid Rivers location. “We make
every effort to serve as a supportive
pillar during difficult times of need
and take the responsibility of painful
or unpleasant matters away from those
who are grief-stricken.”
The staff at Stygar Family of
Funeral Service also is experienced
at guiding clients through the process
of prearranging funeral details in
a knowledgeable and professional
manner. While preplanning a funeral
can cause some uneasiness, more adults
are finding it offers great emotional
and even financial security. With
preplanning, families find comfort in
knowing that the funeral reflects what
a loved one wanted. It also gives peace
of mind to not have to make important
decisions at an emotional time.
“Making funeral arrangements at the
time of loss can be stressful for those
left behind,” said Jeff. “One of the most
caring, loving things you can do for
your family is to leave detailed funeral
information, sparing uncertainty and
confusion at a time when emotions may
make decisions difficult.”
At a time of mourning let the
professionals at Stygar Family of
Funeral Service handle all of the details
to help create a unique service to honor
a unique life.
Stygar Family of Funeral Service
5987 Mid Rivers Mall Drive
St. Charles
(636) 936-1300
www.stygar.com
More than 20 million people went on
cruises last year, spending an average
of $1,770 per passenger per week. The
advantages people find in this type
of travel include the opportunity to
explore multiple destinations without
checking in and out of hotels, having
amenities and entertainment all in one
place, and the chance to make friends
with fellow travelers. The price covers
transportation, lodging and most of the
food onboard, it’s a reasonable vacation.
Mark your Calendars, Just Cruises
& More is now accepting reservations
for their 22nd Annual Alaska
Informational Evening. Scheduled
for Oct. 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., at the
Spencer Creek Library located on
Spencer Road in St. Peters.
Next year Just Cruises & More will
be Celebrating 25 years in business.
Owners, Jerry & Linda Bosch will be
hosting a 7 Day Anniversary Cruise
onboard the beautiful new Regal
Princess to the Eastern Caribbean.
Everyone is invited to sail with them.
For prices and information give them
a call.
To enjoy smooth sailing and a good
value, we suggest you check with the
experts at Just Cruises & More…who
have cruised on over 300 cruises.
When shopping for a cruise, it’s
always a good idea to check out the
different cruise lines on line,–but Linda
Bosch, says book through an agent, not
a website. That way, you’re sure to get
the most current deals, plus any insider
discounts. “There may be resident ,
military, or Senior Citizen discounts,
and last-minute deals,” Bosch says. “
An experienced cruise agent can get
you the right trip in the right cabin at
the right price.” Don’t forget about the
More… they also do All-Inclusive and
packaged vacations. “I am proud to be
a travel agent to assist my clients , who
many times become my friends.” Says
Bosch.
Just Cruises & More
521 Salt Lick Road • St. Peters
(636) 970-2581
Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Evenings & Sat. by appt. only
www.cruisenut.com
Mia Grace Bridal is St. Louis’ newest
destination bridal boutique, specializing
in providing brides with a couture
experience in a comfortable, relaxed
environment– without the couture
prices. This family-owned and operated,
fun and unique boutique is a vision of
two sisters who are passionate about
providing the perfect environment in
which to choose a wedding dress.
Mia Grace has an outstanding selection
of gowns from some of the best designers
in the industry, including Allure,
Casablanca, David Tutera and Kitty
Chen. Each dress in their collection was
carefully hand-selected for its unique
style and character. Their designers were
chosen just as carefully, for their wide
variety of beautiful styles, attention to
detail and high level of client service.
They also cater to plus size brides with an
extensive collection of flattering styles.
Brides can outfit their entire wedding
party at Mia Grace. They provide a
wonderful selection of dresses for
bridesmaids, flower girls, and mothers
of the bride to make the shopping
experience easy and seamless. Many of
their gowns are great options for high
Vicky Smith and Laurie Rao, Owners
school graduation, and they carry an
extensive line of First Communion and
other special occasion dresses as well.
The beautiful bridal gowns at Mia Grace
also come at the most competitive prices
anywhere. The owners focus on providing
the best possible value for their customers,
for gowns at every price point. And, brides
who purchase gowns from Mia Grace
receive significant discounts on dresses
for all other bridal party members.
The Mia Grace philosophy is simple –
to help brides look their most beautiful,
express their unique individuality and
be totally confident in their choice.
It’s about dedication to the details and
exceeding expectations, every step of
the way. Call or visit the Mia Grace
website to schedule an appointment, and
get started on finding that perfect dress!
Mia Grace Bridal
108 Chesterfield Towne Center
Chesterfield
(636) 778-3433
www.miagracebridal.com
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With an assortment of women’s and
juniors clothing, a wide variety of
accessories and jewelry, furniture, and
home decor, Good Buy Girls Resale
presents gently used items in their
affordable and hip, boutique style
environment. Since 2007, the store
has introduced many ‘consignment
beginners’ to the wonders of fashion,
quality and bargains.
Cherri and Duff Yocum purchased
the store in November 2014 and have
experienced continued growth by
listening to their customers’ needs and
making the consignment process easy and
fun. In fact, be sure to follow Good Buy
Girls Resale on Facebook so you don’t
miss a big announcement that should be
coming in late July or early August. This
news will provide an even greater variety
of fashion and options for decorating!
“At Good Buy Girls Resale we pride
ourselves in our staff’s eagerness to assist
our customers in both their decorating
and their fashion choices,” said owner
Cherri Yocum. “We take extra care in
Owner, Cherri Yocum
getting to know our customers in order to
better assist them.”
According to Yocum, “We are often
complimented on how clean our store is
and how tastefully we display our items…
we are more like a boutique that offers a
small town vibe with moderately priced
merchandise to please every household
income.”
“One feature that really impresses our
consignors is that we still offer a 50/50
split for consignment; other resale stores
have changed their split to 60/40,” said
Yocum.
Whether it is the thrill of a bargain, the
lingering recession, a passion for the
reuse and recycle movement, or just the
desire to purchase quality merchandise at
affordable prices, Good Buy Girls Resale
has something for everyone.
Good Buy Girls Resale
4109 S. Old Highway 94
St. Peters, MO
(636) 447-2077
www.goodbuygirlsresale.com
HIGH & DRY Foundation Repair has
a solution for your foundation problems.
Whether it’s a leaky spot in the basement,
a crack in the concrete or a leaning/
settling foundation wall, HIGH & DRY
can provide a cost-effective, professional
repair.
Co-owned by husband and wife,
Tom and Cindy Ely, the full-service
foundation repair company has fixed tens
of thousands of cracks in the St. Louis
metro area. The company specializes
in cost-effective crack injection, wall
stabilization, settling foundations and
interior drain systems. Highly trained
team members inject the cracks from
the inside of the home, which prevents
water from entering in the foundation.
The family-owned company can also
structurally repair cracks and bowing
walls using its carbon fiber products.
“We use state-of-the-art technologies
to provide a reliable and cost-effective
solution for our customers’ needs,”
Tom said. “Our goal is to provide the
best quality and customer service in the
industry.”
HIGH & DRY uses material suppliers
of only the highest caliber and keeps
up with the latest technologies and
techniques to ensure they perform the
best repairs available. The company
offers free estimates for waterproofing
and foundation repair, as well as a “Life
of the Structure” transferable warranty.
HIGH & DRY Foundation Repair
received the Super Service Award from
Angie’s List 2013 & 2014. The company
is also A+ rated with the Better Business
Bureau with no complaints.
“We’re honest, with no intimidation,”
Tom said. “We are going to tell the
customer what they need – and nothing
more.”
HIGH & DRY Foundation Repair
2103 Penta Drive • High Ridge
(636) 273-1150
(314) 426-0900
Office Hours:
Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
www.highanddrystl.com
Beseda Flooring & More is a full
service flooring and design center
in St. Charles that has been serving
customers since 1985. Proprietors
Brian and Jill Beseda are celebrating
their 30 th anniversary this year.
Both are lifelong members of the
community and are proud to live and
work in St. Charles county. Being a
family- owned and operated business,
Beseda Flooring takes pride in the
quality of their work, the quality of the
products they sell and the quality of
the customer service they provide.
One of the largest investments a
homeowner will make is a home–and
one of the most noticeable items in
the home is flooring. When choosing a
new floor, Beseda Flooring will assist
customers in finding the right product to
meet their specific needs. The company
provides in-home estimates that are
always free. Providing good product
advice is what has kept generations of
customers returning to Beseda Flooring
time after time.
Whether looking for carpet, hardwood,
laminate, ceramic tile, or vinyl flooring,
Jill and Brian Beseda
Beseda Flooring provides an option for
nearly every purpose, decorating style
and budget. Beseda Flooring is an award
winning Mohawk Floorscapes Center.
In addition to Mohawk products, the
company’s showroom features most
major brands in a comfortable, stress
free shopping environment. Customers
will be surprised at the wide selection.
Additionally, customers will find stylish
back-splash displays highlighting both
traditional and current trends.
Beseda Flooring & More wants to be
“your one stop floor shop.”
Beseda Flooring & More
5773 Westwood Drive • St. Charles
(636) 926-9989
Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sat., 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
www.besedaflooring.com
Discover self-defense, fitness and
leadership development, all under one
roof at ATA Martial Arts - O’Fallon. A
passionate team of instructors, a state
of the art facility, and a program that is
individualized are the hallmark of this
family-friendly business.
Throughout the world the American
Taekwondo Association is simply
known as the ATA. The staff at the
new ATA Martial Arts – O’Fallon have
a common denominator, they all share
the name Howard. The Howard family
has been changing lives in Jefferson
City and Osage Beach since 1999.
This family and team of instructors
enjoy having a positive impact on their
community. “We have been changing
lives since 1994 and thoroughly enjoy
every day we get to help kids believe
in themselves and adults reach their
fitness and self defense goals.” Says
owner Master Rob Howard.
“One of the biggest pieces of feedback
we get is that parents are amazed with
our ability to utilize martial arts as a
tool to teach character development.”
said owner Rob Howard, a sixth degree
black belt and four-time Sparring
World Champion. “That’s because
martial arts isn’t just a hobby for
them, it’s something that’s embedded
into every area of their lives. Parents
notice improvement in focus and self
discipline after just a few lessons at our
academies.
In addition to being locally owned and
operated, ATA Martial Arts - O’Fallon is
part of the world’s largest organization
dedicated to the martial arts discipline
of taekwondo, with the ability to
provide resources that is always cutting
edge.
“We don’t push competition but if we
have students that want to train and
compete internationally, we can get
them to the top. Our family proudly
hold 12 world titles and we have trained
over 100 state champions and 17 world
champions,” said Howard.”
ATA Martial Arts - O’Fallon
2965 Highway K
(Dierbergs Shopping Center)
O’Fallon
(636) 385-6111
www.atastcharles.com

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California Closets specializes in
creating custom home storage solutions
that fit customers’ needs perfectly.
Founded 37 years ago, the company
has a proud legacy of providing clients
in the St. Louis metro and surrounding
areas with exemplary products and
unparalleled customer service.
“We are dedicated to providing worldclass
service, fully customized closet
design and the most diverse offerings in
the marketplace,” said Vice President of
Retail Sales & Marketing James Cline.
California Closets has the products
and design expertise to transform most
any area of the home into a clutter-free,
functional space. Whether creating a
custom walk-in or reach-in closet or
wardrobe for the bedroom; updating a
child’s room with storage for clothing,
toys, books or a place to study; turning
the garage into a workshop, man cave
or comfortable space for working
on hobbies; creating a functional
home office or cozy home library; or
developing the perfect storage solutions
for a kitchen pantry, laundry room or
mudroom, they have everything needed
to rework existing space into a stylish,
organized space.
California Closets employees firmly
believe that a well-designed storage
solution not only refines the home
but enriches the lives of those who
live there. Their design professionals
are passionate about their work and
truly enjoy coming up with innovative
solutions.
“Our team is dedicated to finding
ways to serve you better, working hard
to turn your vision for your home into
reality,” Cline said. “Our goal is to
improve the quality of our customers’
lives by transforming their spaces with
functional designs for the home.”
California Closets
9701 Manchester Road • Rock Hill
(636) 720-0455
14208 Manchester Road • Manchester
(636) 779-0720
Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;
Tues., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
www.californiaclosets.com
Mike’s Grill and Tap is an upscalecasual
American grill featuring
fresh, locally sourced foods, a
variety of microbrews and a friendly,
neighborhood feel. Opened in July
2013, it is the second restaurant venture
for Mike Holtrup and his wife, Maggie,
who for nearly 15 years owned La
Posada Mexican Restaurant in Rolla.
“I love to cook and grew up in small
business, so the restaurant business
was a natural fit,” said Mike, a St.
Dominic High graduate who grew up in
Wentzville.
The menu at Mike’s features
appetizers, soups, salads, burgers and
hearty sandwiches, plus signature
specialties, such as Bourbon Maple
Pork Chops, Mango Habanero Salmon,
Bayou Penne, and the ultimate comfort
food: Chicken and Beer Dumplings.
To help guests who have trouble
deciding, the menu highlights some
of Mike’s favorites, like Shrimp and
Goat Cheese Rellenos, a concoction of
roasted Anaheim peppers stuffed with
shrimp and creamy goat cheese, fried in
O’Fallon beer batter and topped with a
red chile cream sauce; and the Grilled
Portabella, a sandwich of marinated,
grilled portabella mushrooms with goat
cheese, caramelized onions and spinach
served on a toasted ciabatta. All entrees
are made from scratch, and desserts,
such as the White Chocolate Crème
Brulee, also are homemade.
The full bar features 24 craft beers
on tap from great local breweries like
O’Fallon, Civil Life, Four Hands, 2nd
Shift, and more, plus unique cocktails
and wine.
A private room accommodates up to
25 guests, and catering is available for
events of any size.
“People should come to our restaurant
if they like great food, microbrews and
a relaxed, upscale atmosphere,” Mike
said.
Mike’s Grill and Tap
2447 Hwy. K • O’Fallon
(636) 240-0633
Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.;
Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
www.mikesgrillandtap.com
Design On
A Dime
Design On A Dime is a home décor
consignment shop – and a whole lot
more.
“We’re not your typical consignment
shop,” said Owner/Manager Carrie
Keipp, whose business is a true family
enterprise that utilizes the collective
talents of three generations.
Carrie’s parents do the “picking” and
always are searching for new pieces to
refurbish. Before items are placed on
the floor, Carrie’s son Philip, makes
any necessary repairs, and handles the
painting.
Design On A Dime also offers custom
painting of furniture brought in by
customers.
“If someone has a piece of furniture
that needs a facelift, they can bring it
in and we will give it a whole new
look,” Carrie said. “It’s amazing how
one painted accent piece can change
the whole look of a room.”
Thanks to Philip’s expert carpentry
skills, the shop also transforms
furniture into custom creations. He can
turn an antique dresser into a kitchen
island, or transform a longer dresser
into a buffet or entertainment center.
As Carrie says, “If someone has an
idea for something unique, Philip can
make it happen.”
Design On A Dime tripled its space in
October 2013 and in addition to home
décor items, now carries a variety of
sofas, dining sets, bedroom furniture
and more. Items accepted on
consignment are kept for 90 days, and
every 30 days, prices on unsold items
are reduced.
“Our décor is first class. Nothing
goes onto the floor that hasn’t met our
standards,” Carrie said. “Our staff also
is great at helping with decorating
ideas and can help you pull a room
together.”
Most importantly, Design On A Dime
customers always are greeted with a
smile!
Design On A Dime
1986 Zumbehl Road • St. Charles
(636) 949-5959
Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.;
Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.
www.designonadimeconsign.com
Sederburg & Associates has been
providing individuals and businesses
with reasonably priced, quality income
tax and accounting services since 1966.
“We have some families that are fourth
generation as clients, and they happily
send their friends,” said Enrolled Agent
John Sederburg, who cited several
reasons for client loyalty.
“First, when you come to Sederburg
& Associates, you work with a tax
accountant who knows the tax business.
We only hire tax accountants with
three years experience or more,” he
said. “Second, our tax accountant will
support your needs year-round, not just
for the hour you sit together to prepare
your tax return. Third, our prices are
competitive. Typically, our fees are 40
percent less than the national chains.”
But the biggest reason clients are
so loyal is Sederburg & Associates’
commitment to customer satisfaction.
“We partner with each client to produce
the best possible tax results, not just for
the current year, but for many years
to come, by making sure our clients
understand how tax laws impact their
individual situation,” Sederburg said.
Reflecting that commitment is the fact
that for the 2013 tax year, more than
$25 million was refunded to Sederburg
& Associates’ clients.
The company also provides audit
assistance and problem resolution with
the I.R.S.; estate and trust tax preparation;
business start-up and consultation; small
business, partnership and corporate tax
returns; compromise offers; and payroll
and bookkeeping services. The company
is currently looking for experienced tax
consultants.
“We’d love for you to join our everincreasing
list of satisfied customers,”
Sederburg said. “You will sense our
caring attitude from the very first
contact you have with our company.”
Sederburg & Associates
3023 N. St. Peters Parkway
St. Peters
2434 Hwy. K • O’Fallon, MO
1123 W. Pearce Blvd. • Wentzville
(636) 928-1040
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Doin’ your homework!
Allen Roofing & Siding is proud to have
acquired the assets of G&W Roofing in
St. Peters, Missouri. This acquisition
expands the scope of their services to
include St. Charles area customers.
They can now provide professional
service and quality products for the St.
Louis Metro area with 3 offices.
Lee Allen’s unwavering commitment
to outstanding customer service and to
his profession served as the foundation
of establishing Allen Roofing & Siding
in 1972. Learning the industry one job
at a time, he worked hard to build the
firm into the highly respected local
provider of quality exterior products it
is today.
Whether it’s new or existing residences,
businesses, schools, churches or public
buildings, Lee believes no job is too
large or too small to handle.
In fact, it is now one of the largest
and most experienced exterior product
companies in the entire St. Louis metro
area.
High quality products are the first
components of an outstanding renovation.
Lee Allen, owner
The second is having the expertise to
install them properly. At Allen Roofing &
Siding you get both.
Lee also believes that being a good
corporate citizen is very important.
Allen Roofing & Siding is recognized
for its support of local charitable efforts
and retains membership in many civic
and service organizations.
Allen Roofing & Siding is fully
insured and is on the approved list to
handle claims by most major insurance
companies. Call today for your free
estimate.
Allen Roofing & Siding
525 Old State Road
Ellisville, MO 63021
(636) 391-1117
90 Boone Hills Drive
St. Peters, MO 63376
(636) 926-2015
8020 N. Illinois Street
Caseyville, IL 62232
(618) 343-1117
www.contactus@aroofing.net
Positive Paws Pet Training believes
that strengthening the communication
between your dog and family is
essential in creating a healthy bond
and achieving acceptable behaviors.
Kim Gracner, owner of Positive
Paws Pet Training, and her trainers
have educated owners and changed
behaviors of over 3,000 dogs. Positive
Paws Pet Training opened in 2006, and
offers in-home customized training
programs tailored to achieve your
goals and your dog’s needs.
Kim believes that training in the
dog’s environment is most successful
for behavioral change. “Problematic
behaviors typically occur within the
home environment. Since dogs need
leadership and proper structure, the
family plays an important role in the
training process”, Kim says.
The programs at Positive Paws Pet
Training are structured to teach all
ages and breeds. Whether you’re just
acquiring a new puppy, attempting to
manage your strong-willed adolescent,
or striving to maximize your adult
dog’s potential, Positive Paws Pet
Training can help. In addition to basic
cues, everyday issues such as house
training, jumping, digging, nipping,
and excessive barking are addressed. As
a Certified Canine Behavior Counselor,
Kim offers programs for more
challenging issues such as aggression,
fear and anxiety.
The method of training is as important
as the cues which are taught. Positive
Paws Pet Training practices only
positive techniques.
Kim is a Certified Canine Behavior
Counselor, Certified Professional Dog
Trainer, member of the Association of Pet
Dog Trainers, Association of Companion
Animal Behavior Counselors, and
Better Business Bureau. She has two
four-legged family members: Brandie,
a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, and
Baxter, a Golden Retriever.
Positive Paws Pet Training
(636) 352-3104
www.positivepawstraining.com
Eleven years ago, Sarah Corrigan
and her mother, Mary Kay, felt there
was a real demand in the community
for a unique decor, gift and floral
boutique. They soon joined forces to
start The White Hare, offering distinct
home accessories, gifts and an
extensive, top-notch floral selection.
The store’s extremely popular inhome
accessorizing service caters to
the personal desires of the client to
help with a new space or simply add
finishing touches to an existing one.
“We come to your home, talk to you
about what areas you would like to
work on and then we take pictures
and measurements,” Sarah Corrigan
said. “We then schedule another day
when we return with a selection of
items specifically for your space. It’s
that easy.”
In addition, the store carries the
best quality floral and merchandise
available while maintaining a good
price for its loyal and dedicated customers.
Custom floral design is
another popular service that keeps
customers coming back.
“We emphasize customer service
and getting our clients exactly what
they want and need,” Corrigan said.
“We are always changing and striving
to have the most creative displays
and newest product out there. It’s not
uncommon for a customer to come to
the store three times in a month, and
it looks different each time.”
The White Hare moved to a larger
location four years ago that nearly
doubled its space to 7300 square feet,
enabling the store to carry more variety
and a larger stock.
“We strive to have every client
leave the store with a positive experience,”
Corrigan said.
The White Hare
6121 Mid Rivers Mall Drive
St. Peters
(636) 441-1111
www.thewhitehare.com
The Mad Hatter is an air duct cleaning
and chimney sweep company with
a sterling reputation. Established in
1978, the family-owned, family-operated
business lives up to its motto:
“Large Enough to Serve, Small
Enough to Care.”
“We have serviced over 40,000 satisfied
clients in the greater St. Louis
area,” said owner Joe Mack. “We are
determined to be the best air duct
cleaning and chimney sweep service
provider in the area.”
Whether it is a woodstove, fireplace
or chimney that needs servicing, The
Mad Hatter’s professional, Chimney
Safety Institute of America-certified
technicians understand its intricacies
and are able to address any and all
maintenance and safety needs. If air
ducts need cleaning, they are equipped
to remove dust, rust, lint and allergens
to help maintain clean air within a
home or business. The company also
sells and installs a variety of hearth and
grill products and accessories, which
are on display in their O’Fallon
showroom.
To ensure employees stay current on
all aspects of the chimney, hearth and
air duct cleaning fields, The Mad Hatter
sends representatives each year to
seminars and conventions covering the
latest industry techniques and strategies.
Additionally, they have made a
significant investment in top quality
equipment – including vans, vacuum
trucks and trailers, cameras, rods,
brushes, ladders, air compressors and
power tools – giving their technicians
the tools they need to perform expert
work on every job.
The Mad Hatter is fully insured,
backed by an A+ rating from the Better
Business Bureau. Customers are welcome
to stop by their showroom or call
for a free phone estimate.
The Mad Hatter
1109 E. Terra Lane • O’Fallon
(636) 946-1622
www.madhattersl.com

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Specializing in basement finishing,
Richbuilt Basements has been serving
homeowners in the St. Charles area
and surrounding communities since its
establishment in 1989. Before
launching the business, Rich Kempa,
owner and founder of Richbuilt
Basements, worked for more than 16
years as a designer and draftsman at
consulting engineering firms. Today,
Kempa operates his business from a
home-based office.
Richbuilt Basements specializes in
complete basement remodeling.
Originally, Kempa handled projects
from start to finish by himself, but over
the years, his business has grown
substantially.
“Now, with multiple crews and the
same employees for more than 10
years, we work as a team to complete
projects in a timely manner,” Kempa
said. “Our goal is simple: to achieve
customer satisfaction.”
Owner, Rich Kempa
To reach that goal, Kempa said, he
and his team make sure to keep the
lines of communication open at all
times, provide customers with
straightforward answers to all of their
questions, show respect for each
customer’s home and property,
emphasize cleanliness and deliver
worry-free completion of every project.
To date, Richbuilt Basements has
completed more than 160 basements.
“We know how to get the job done
right the first time in a timely manor
and at the right price,” Kempa said.
“We take care of everything – from
framing to electrical, from plumbing to
ductwork, from floor to ceiling, from
theaters to family rooms, from painting
to pantries and everything in between.”
Richbuilt Basements
O’Fallon
(314) 713-1388
Does a family member need a little
help to stay in their home? You can
place your trust in Martha’s Hands.
Eileen Hedrick founded Martha’s
Hands on the principles of compassion
and excellence she learned from the
Sisters of Mercy. During Hedrick’s
nursing education, the Sisters of Mercy
stressed compassion in serving God’s
children utilizing the excellence of
their nursing training. These principles
are embedded into the success of
Martha’s Hands. The company lives by
the mission of “love through service.”
Excellent nurse care managers oversee
all care provided to their clients.
Assistance that Martha’s Hands
can provide, includes bathing,
grooming, dressing, meal preparation,
medication setup and reminders,
light housekeeping, laundry, errand
running, companionship and spiritual
support.
Since its founding in 1997, Martha’s
Hands has become one of the most
trusted home care agencies in St. Louis.
Co-founders Denise Hedrick Huber
and Eileen Hedrick (pictured above)
recently celebrated a milestone
providing over three million hours of
service.
“While we have grown over the years,
our success comes from focusing on
our original mission of “love through
service,” Eileen Hedrick said.
Martha’s Hands continues to strive
for high standards and is actively
involved with the Home Care
Association of America and the
Missouri Alliance for Home Care.
Martha’s Hands also supports the
local community through volunteering
with the Alzheimer’s Association,
Memory Care Home Solutions and
Kirkwood Chamber of Commerce.
If you need guidance through the
maze of senior care issues, place your
trust in Martha’s Hands.
Martha’s Hands Home Care
(314) 965-4350
www.marthashands.com
Growing up in the restaurant
business gave Dave Fuentes more than
experience. It gave him the passion to
open his own restaurant.
“I’ve been working in (restaurants)
since I was a kid and was running
a restaurant by the time I was 14,”
Fuentes said.
Fuentes’ pride in owning Los Cabos
Cantina reflects his restaurant heritage
and personal dedication to provide
an excellent food experience built on
sourcing the best authentic ingredients
and preparing them fresh daily to
yield superior Mexican cuisine. His
efforts have paid off. Los Cabos was
voted by readers of the Mid Rivers
Newsmagazine as the Best Ethnic
Restaurant in the “2014 Best of Mid
Rivers” poll.
To maintain Los Cabos’ high standards
Fuentes and his culinary team prepare
his recipes in an exacting way to insure
flavor.
“We cook in small batches throughout
the day and everything is prepped by
hand,” Fuentes said. “We don’t use
precut, prepackaged anything. We cut
up our own lettuce and tomatoes every
day. You can taste the difference.”
“I’m very particular about my
ingredients,” Fuentes said. “My
suppliers know I want and look for the
very best. If there’s a better tomato (or
anything) I make sure we have it.”
“Mexican beans and rice are important
to me. They go with almost every plate,”
said Fuentes. “Each are prepared with a
blend of spices and chiles that set them
above the general run of the mill.”
Indeed, there’s nothing run of the
mill at Los Cabos Cantina thanks to its
owner’s fresh take on Mexican cuisine
and flavors.
Los Cabos Cantina
1287 Jungermann Road
St. Peters
(636) 477-6072
Classic furniture, home décor
and collectibles deserve a repeat
performance. Encore Consignment
Gallery is an upscale boutique
specializing in gently used home
furnishings too timeless to be discarded.
Store owners Maureen Strobeck and
Barb Lampe opened the gallery two
years ago to fill a niche in the furniture
resale market for West County.
“There’s been an attitude change about
resale. People realize there are beautiful
things out there; so why buy new?”
asked Strobeck.
The gallery caters to people looking
for a unique piece, a change in décor,
or for those that are simply moving up
or scaling down. Treasures that were
once loved have an encore bringing
happiness to a new home, cash to
a consignor and protection for the
environment.
Consignors are provided with a safe,
friendly and reliable location to reduce
clutter while earning extra money. With
state-of-the-art systems to track and
monitor consignment items, and experts
to help determine market value, it is an
easy and profitable exchange.
Shoppers also are in for a treat during
each visit to the Encore Consignment
Gallery. The staff is among the best in
the furniture and home décor industry
and eager to assist in the selection of
items that make a house a home.
The 10,000-square-foot showroom
is constantly rearranged to display
gorgeous new arrivals every day. “It is
bittersweet how quickly things change
around here,” Lampe said.
Encore Consignment Gallery also is a
retailer for Heirloom Traditions Paint.
The store offers creative workshops
for painting and repurposing furniture
and other accessories using the paint.
Classes are taught by Maria Price of
Maria Price Designs, LLC.
Encore Consignment Gallery
287 Lamp & Lantern Village
Town & Country
(636) 220-9092
www.furniturehomedecor.com