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Happy St. Patricks Day...Our Spring Home project was putting the final
touches on a major overhaul of our wholehouse, thanks to the myriad of tornadoeswhich hit last year. The last one in Augustduring the State Fair also hit us. So FallHome Improvement began... and lastedthrough the winter months... and now intoSpring.
What you see at left is avery large tree branchgracing our living room.Result: A new roof, insula-tion, new ceiling, new hard-wood floors, new paint job...major, major overhaul.
This type of Spring HomeImprovement project I wouldnot wish on my worst enemy!
Instead, I suggest checking out our special sectionon pages 15-19 for more desirable ways of spruc-ing up your home.
Meanwhile, our People to See editor, Chris, isoff to Ireland with the Marching Mizzou band toperform in the official Dublin St. Patrick’s Parade.The itinerary was to include visits to Limerick,Galway and Blarney Castle. I’m sure we’ll hearmore about that trip in next month’s issue. Checkout his music review on page 11.
Bob, Larry and your favorite Veggie friends aresinging and dancing their way to the State FairGrounds on April 8 in the all new God Made YouSpecial LIVE tour! I always keep Veggie Talesmovies around for my nieces and nephews towatch when visiting. They make nice gifts, too.Kids of all ages will love this show filled withsilly song favorites like "Love My Lips," "TheHairbrush Song," "His Cheeseburger," and many,many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVEtour to be held at the Mathewson ExhibitionCenter for an unforgettable time of fun and silli-ness from the Veggie Tales crew. The show startsat 6 p.m. See their ad for details on page 2.
Meanwhile, I’m back to unpacking boxes frommy move.
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Places to Go:
BRANSON - When RMS Titanicset sail on her maiden voyageApril 10, 1912, she was the ulti-mate passenger liner - unchal-lenged in size, luxury and tech-nology. She was even described tobe unsinkable, but she provedthem wrong in just five days.
Every day the Titanic Museumattractions serve as permanentmemorials honoring the originalship’s creators and her 2,208 pas-sengers and crew. Their stories ofhope, courage and salvation arethe soul of Titanic and touch allwho visit.
Climb aboard amajor adventure atTitanic MuseumAttraction, inBranson. “The Year ofthe Titanic” marks the100th anniversary ofthat fateful journey.Explore this remark-able museum; steerthe ship; walk thehallways; and enjoythe opportunity to
view more than 400 Titanic arti-facts. USA Today says this is “notto be missed.”
This is a one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Experiencelife on board Titanic, just as it wason her maiden voyage 100 yearsago. Walk the hallways, parlors,cabins and Grand Staircase whilesurrounded by more than 400rare artifacts. Touch an iceberg,steer the ship, be seated in aTitanic lifeboat and listen to actu-al survivors tell their stories.
We strongly recommendthat you pre-purchase yourtickets online at www.titan-icbranson.com/as mostweekends are SOLD OUTvery quickly!
TITANIC MUSEUM ATTRACTIONUPCOMING EVENTS!
03/1-31 Irish Month atTitanic03/22 Visit from MollyBrown's Great- grand-daughter04/01 - BransonCentennial - A Century toCelebrate!04/14 Titanic MusicalTribute 03/16-04/14 -Titanic's 30Days of Giveaways04/6-10 Titanic HostsFather
Browne Photo Album04/1-31 Titanic Tribute toGirl Scouts03-04/1 Titanic's RosePetal Tribute
Now Open!• New! Exclusive! "Molly"Brown Gallery• Survivor's Wall of Stories
Titanic Book Signing 2012 09/15 2012 AuthorAppearances "Night at theTitanic" Sleepover 9pm -7am
"Last Dinner on the Titanic"Served in St. Louis to Mark theCentennial of the Luxury Liner
ST LOUIS - Recreating theTitanic's final 11-course dinnermenu is just one of the specialevents slated for St. Louis' TitanicCentennial Weekend, April 13-15,2012.
Cruise into the Gateway City toexperience the history, fashion,food and music of the elegantEdwardian era. One hundredyears ago this April, a reporter forthe St. Louis Post-Dispatch scoredone of the biggest stories of the20th century – the sinking of theH.M.S. Titanic. Today, the leg-endary ship continues to makeheadlines in St. Louis where aweekend of special commemora-tive events will take place toremember this ever-fascinatingpiece of history.
On Friday, April 13, the MissouriHistory Museum in Forest Parkserves up an EdwardianChampagne Reception prior to ascreening of the classic 1958Titanic film, “A Night toRemember.” Guests also will viewTitanic-related artifacts from theMuseum’s collection.
The highlight of the weekendtakes place at the Fabulous FoxTheatre on Saturday, April 14. TheFox’s executive chef StephenProctor along with the culinaryteaching staff at L’Ecole Culiniarewill recreate the original FirstClass menu served to Titanicguests on the actual 100thanniversary of the last dinner onthe ship. The historic menu wasmeticulously researched toauthentically recreate the eleven-course meal and accompanyingwines. The Titanic-sized menuincludes oysters a la Russe,poached salmon, filet mignon,chicken Lyonnaise, roasted squaband Waldorf pudding.
Prior to dinner, a period-stylecocktail reception featuring livemusic popular during 1912 willfill the Fox Theatre’s elaborateGrand Lobby. Between courses,guests will be entertained withstories about the Titanic told byactors portraying passengers andcrew who had been aboard thefateful ship including Missouri’s-own “Unsinkable” Molly Brown.Proceeds from the evening benefitthe Fox Performing ArtsCharitable Foundation, a not-for-
profit which fosters and promotesthe performing arts in the St.Louis area.
On Saturday evening guests canpartake in a special champagnebrunch at the Piper Palm House,the oldest standing greenhousewest of the Mississippi River.
The three events range in pricefrom $10 - 500.
For a special St. Louis TitanicWeekend, travel packages areavailable at the newly restoredCheshire Hotel, an AAA FourDiamond property that embodiesthe charm and authenticity of atraditional British inn. The $389hotel package includes deluxeaccommodations for two nights(Friday and Saturday/doubleoccupancy), an EnglishContinental breakfast on Saturday,complimentary high tea onSaturday., and round-trip trans-portation to the events at theMissouri History Museum, TheFox Theatre and the Piper PalmHouse.
For more information, contactthe Convention & VisitorsCommission at 314-421-1023 orvisit online at www.explorest-louis.com
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St.Louis - Count on St. Louis'multitude of family-friendly sitesto totally delight kids and equallyengage grown-ups. A big plus:many of the highest-rated attrac-tions are open free-of-charge.
Time TravelPeek into the prehistoric past at
the Mammoths and Mastodons:Titans of the Ice Age Exhibit at the
MissouriH i s t o r yMuseum.T r o m pthe IceA g estompingg ro u n d sof B.C.-beasts atMastodonS t a t eH i s t o r i cPark andsee the
bones, tusks and teeth foundthere. Dig dinosaurs? At the SaintLouis Science Center, you can fid-dle with fossils, accessorize astegosaurus at Build-a-Dino® byBuild-a-Bear Workshop®, and begreeted by a growling, full-scale T-
rex replica. Learn the rules of"chunkey," the team sport playedby the natives of Cahokia MoundsState Historic Site, the largest pre-historic Indian city in the U.S.Explore underground formationscreated millions of years ago or flythrough the treetops on theCaveman Zipline at MeramecCaverns.
Make a SplashThe Sea Lion Sound habitat
debuts at the Saint Louis Zoo in2 0 1 2 .Watch theantics ofthe sleak,b a r k i n gb e a u t i e st h r o u g han under-w a t e rv i e w i n gtunnel andan 850-seat sea lion arena. FunkyWorld Aquarium, located withinCity Museum, is a fin-tastic placeto face up to aquatic critters fromaround the globe. Captain a pedalboat on the lakes at Forest Park orSaint Louis Union Station or glidealong the Mighty Mississippiaboard a Gateway ArchRiverboats' paddle wheeler. Weeones can shiver their timbers at thepirate playhouse at the Museumof Transportation while tweensand teens take in wax replicas ofCaptain Jack Sparrow and other
movie icons and super heroes atthe Laclede's Landing WaxMuseum. Everyone can be coolhaving fun at Raging RiversWaterpark in nearby Grafton,Illinois and Hurricane Harbor atSix Flags St. Louis.
Classy KidsDuring spring break, follow
these plans for a lesson in fun...nohomework required:
Learn about critters from A to Zwith special programs and in-
d e p t ha n i m a lencoun-t e r so f f e r e dby theS a i n tL o u i sZ o o .F i n dc l a s s
schedules and registration info atwww.stlzoo.org/education
Run away and join the circus inSt. Louis! Train in juggling, acro-batics, clowning skills or highwire-walking at Circus Harmony,the acclaimed circus arts schoollocated within City Museum.
Kids are all smiles while hearinghow to keep their choppers cleanand healthy at the newly renovat-ed Delta Dental Health Theatre.The Tooth Fairy doles out extracredit surprises.
Don lab coats, gloves and gog-
Big attractions + Little people = Ginormous Fun
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gles and conduct real scientificexperiments in the Saint LouisScience Center's Life Science Lab.
A visit to the Star-spangledCenter at The Magic House, St.Louis Children's Museum teachesfuture world leaders how to use ateleprompter when delivering apresidential speech, work a realelectronic voting booth, andmaneuver through a replica of theOval Office.
High FivePleasing teenagers is a tall order.
These five St. Louis activities areup to the task:
1) Fly up above it all during aGateway Helicopter Tour forbird's-eye views of the city andMuddy Mississippi
2) Face the final frontier with aspace travel simulation at theChallenger Learning Center-St.Louis
3) Score hot-off-the-press graph-ic novels, vintage duds and trend-setting accessories from topshops in The Loop neighbor-hood
4) Thrill rides and concertsby national pop acts set thestage for rocking good timesat Six Flags St. Louis
5) Bump it, tag it, rideit or climb it atN A S C A RS p e e d p a r k .Action-packedchoice activi-ties includelazer tag, aclimbing wall,m i n i - g o l f ,bumper boatsa n dN A S C A R -style electrickart racing.
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Hello Music Lovers. Between hybernating andclasses, It’s been awhile since I’ve been to The BlueNote in Columbia. Looking forward to Spring andsome great concerts. Just remember, when going it isa good idea to go a little early. Last time, I got theretwo minutes after the show was supposed to startand I could already hear the first band playing as Iwas going in. Paradise Fears is who was playing. Ionly got to see a song and a half from them and theywere already done! They must have started a good 20minutes early. They sounded pretty good though forwhat I heard of them. They were not a very biggroup and still getting their name out there so I hadnot heard of them beforehand.
There was a bit of time setting up for The ReadySet who played second, this is when I noticed that95% of the people there were girls under 18, that maybe an overexageration but it was quite overwhelm-ing. I really like The Ready Set as a group but the setthat he got to perform was very short and he onlyplayed a few songs off of his most popular album atthe time. His new album had released a few weeksprior and I was not a big fan of it to be honest.
Lastly was All Time Low, they came out and thescreams of the underage girls echoed through theplace as expected and the crowd finally came alivefor them. When they first walked onto the stage therewere three bras thrown onto the stage that the back-up singer and guitarist hung on his mic stand for thewhole performance. They put on a really great show.Everyone there knew the words to all of the songsand was singing along.
The greatest thing that happened was the leadsinger Alex had the crowd vote on one of twoacoustic songs that he wanted to sing. He sang thefirst song, "therapy" and then as he finished he saidsomething along the lines of, "Fuck it, this crowd isawesome I'm going to sing 'Remembering Sunday'too." That was crazy, the sound of the crowd almostwas louder than him while singing that song. Soeven though the concert wasnt the greatest All TimeLow was still amazing and made it all worth it.
Until next time...
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(ARA) - Warmer temperatures, green grass andincreased daylight help shake off the winter bluesand inspire home and yard improvements to spruceup your surroundings.
Whether you're remodeling to stay put, or puttingyour home on the market, consider home improve-ment and design trends as you plan your renova-tion projects.
Add bold, bright colors - Need a color boost?Fresh color recommendations from the PantoneColor Institute include Tangerine Tango, SolarPower, Bellflower and Cabaret.
Try adding a splash of these vivid hues to helpalter your mood and boost vitality and enthusiasm.Repaint a wall, bookcase or front door for a boldcolor burst. Or sprinkle splashes of color with newcovers for patio furniture, area rugs, pillows or win-dow treatments.
Go green, save green - Among the top greenhome trends from buildipedia.com is renovating toreduce your home's heating and cooling load. Addmore insulation in the walls, roof and floors or sealup leaks or install new windows and doors.
Look for ENERGY STAR-qualified products thathelp lower your home's energy consumption, andin turn, your utility bills.
Low-maintenance Pella 350 Series vinyl windowsand patio doors feature a premium look in an ener-gy-saving design that is the most energy-efficientproduct line the company offers.
Energize your entry - No time for major renova-tions? Weekend projects, like installing a new frontdoor to welcome guests to dinners, graduations andget-togethers, can transform your entryway with
minimal hassle and cost.Consider installing a 36-inch-wide entry door to
add more room to maneuver. Whether you're carry-ing a baby or a bag of groceries, or need extra spacefor a wheelchair or walker, wider entry doors areideal for nearly any home - especially multigenera-tional ones.
Today's hottest entry door trends revolve aroundstyles, materials and performance.
"The Craftsman style remains a popular choice forentry doors," says Steve Brenizer, product market-ing manager for Pella Windows and Doors. "Rusticdoor styles with hinge straps and clavos that createa distinctive look are also standouts. And customiz-ing with decorative glass to let in natural light with-out sacrificing privacy, or adding decorative grillesare also sought-after style options."
Fiberglass is in - When it comes to exterior doors,fiberglass is surging in popularity, Brenizer says."Fiberglass entry doors look like an authentic wooddoor, without the ongoing maintenance needs ofwood," he adds. "Plus, fiberglass offers exceptionalenergy efficiency, weather resistance and outstand-ing durability to resist dents and dings."
New fiberglass Pella entry doors push industryperformance standards to new levels. Their dual-seal technology provides two layers of protection tohelp block out the damaging effects of extremewind and rain. Fiberglass doors are very customiz-able, Brenizer adds. Homeowners can choose theirown exterior clad color, interior wood stain or paintcolor, or create a custom color to truly reflect theirhome's style. For more information visit Pella.comor call 888-847-3552.
Things to Do:Spring Home Improvement
Projects
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Interior designtrends: Easy sea-sonal changesrefresh and reviveyour home
(ARA) - Spring's newgrowth and warm sunshineprovide inspiration forrenewal in our lives. It's atime to pack away thesweaters and boots forlighter layers and brimmedhats. Homeowners shouldembrace this same mindset -one where you pack awaythe heavy textures and colorsof winter in favor of breezyfabrics and fun decor thatinspire a fresh feeling in yourhouse.
Break out of the wintergloom by making some sim-ple changes to your homewith bright, fresh decor. Hereare the top trends in interiordecorating that capture the optimistic feeling ofspringtime, without having to spend a lot of time ormoney.
1. Color your world happy - To uplift your moodand give your home a new personality, color shouldbe the first thing you address. Paint is an easy andaffordable way to dramatically change a livingspaßce. Spring's hot color palette includes rich huesof blue and turquoise, vibrant pink and orange tones,and soft greens and neutrals. Visit your local Lowe'sfor inspiration from the paint color studio that allowsdo-it-yourselfers to identify the "hot" paint colors ofthe season and even pick up samples of each hue totry at home. Feeling adventurous? Dabble in some
vibrant shades inspired by the flora and fauna inyour region. Love the bright red of blooming tulips?How about the rich blue of the sky at the noon hour?Try picking one thing and paint it that bold color - asingle wall, a door, or even a piece of furniture. Watchas the entire room suddenly comes to life.
2. Mix in light and fresh decor - Making smallchanges to your home's decor is a great way torefresh the interior, and you don't have to spend a tonof money. Window treatments are a great place tostart - replace dense fabrics with airy options that begto blow in the warm breeze.
Next, store away existing rugs and replace withones that feature bright colors or botanical designs.Dark accent pillows can be replaced with fluffy, col-
Things to Do:Spring Home
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3. Bring the feeling of "green" indoors - The budsand blooms of spring are a big reason it's such aninspirational season, and houseplants are a great toolfor awakening that sense of nature and bringing theoutdoors inside. Houseplants make any room lookmore luxurious, and they are natural air cleaners.Coordinate pieces that feature nature's elements,such as a leaf motif on a lamp shade or a beach sceneon a piece of wall art. These elements, while subtle,will work together to provide a seamless update.
4. Cut the clutter - Of course any home refresh isnot complete without some cleaning. Start small andgo through any clutter, sorting into piles to use, store,give away and throw away. A good dusting goes along way too, so be sure to hit all the surfaces with adamp cloth. Shine up mirrors, which will reflect thatbeautiful spring sunshine to brighten and enlarge thefeeling of the room.
Changing your home to reflect the seasons is easywith a few basic steps and a little creativity.Remember to embrace the feeling of spring, and theinspiration will come naturally.
Improvement
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(ARA) - It's beautiful outsideand the last thing you want to dois spend all of your spare timeworking on your home when youcould be playing or spendingtime with loved ones.
So what home improvementprojects offer the biggest bang foryour buck, saving you both timeand money down the road?
As a homeowner, it's difficultresisting the temptation of a newkitchen or bathroom. But rule No.1 in the manual ofHomeownership 101 clearlystates: Invest first in the structureof your home.
"The reason is simple," saysJohn Gardner of APEX SidingSystem, a company that makeslow-maintenance, high-curbappeal fiberglass siding. "Takingcare of your home will preventmajor, unexpected repairs andwill pay dividends over time."
The second rule of thumb ofhome improvements is to investin curb appeal. Whether you areselling, renting or staying for thelong haul, it pays to add charmand distinction on the exterior.The exterior of a home is thebasis for the first buying deci-sion; this is why investments in
curb appeal typically provide ahigher payback than other homeimprovements.
Finally, more and more home-owners want homes that are easi-er to maintain. If you want tospend more time enjoying lifeand less time working on yourhome, invest in products such aspultruded fiberglass siding andwindows that are nearly mainte-nance free and can dramaticallyreduce the time you spend clean-ing or maintaining your home.
Based on these three criticalrules of homeownership, here's alist of the top five spring home
Things to Do:
Choose Spring HomeImprovement ProjectsThat Pay Off Big
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improvements with bigpay offs:
1. Replace gutters.Replacing old gutters isan easy way to spruceup a home and reducethe chance of waterdraining into your base-ment.
2. Update your siding.New siding can instant-ly give the appearanceof a total homemakeover, while alsoreducing your mainte-nance costs by choosingfiberglass products,such as APEX sidingand trim. Removing oldsiding also provides theopportunity to inspectyour home for any mois-ture or critter damage that if leftunchecked can lead to significantand costly damage to the struc-ture of your home.
3. Repair the roof. Severeweather over the years can takeits toll on your roof. Inspect yourroof for loose, damaged or miss-ing shingles, especially around
chimneys and vents, where watercan leak into your home.
4. Install energy efficient win-dows. Replace old, out-of-datewindows with new energy-effi-cient, Integrity windows madewith Ultrex, a fiberglass product.
5. Re-seal your driveway. Lookfor cracks and movement in yourconcrete and asphalt driveway.
Fill cracks with a crack filler orsealer to prevent water from get-ting underneath your driveway.Re-seal your driveway to give it afresh, new look.
For more information about cre-ating lasting beauty for yourhome's exterior, visit www.chi-kc.com. or call toll-free, 888-505-0601
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