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July 1, 2010 | Vol. 7 | No. 43 www.edwedge.com

“Weird Al” Yankovic page 8

Jersey County Fair page 22

Fireworks Safety page 23

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"Weird Al"

Circus Flora -Corner of Grand Boulevard and Samuel Shepard Drive (adjacent to Powell Symphony Hall), 314289-4040 Uriah Heep -Bottleneck Blues Bar, Ameristar Casino, Resort, Spa, St. Charles, Mo.

Appearance at the Family Arena set.

12 Flat-out fun The "A-Team" is a hit.

14 The Dark Side

SLAM welcomes two new exhibits.

22 Jersey County Fair Celebrating 141 years of fun.

23 Fireworks and the Fourth Exercise a little common sense.

24 Summer cocktails Stirring up a good time.

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Two soldiers' stories Remembering Tom Eaker.

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Friday July 2_____________ Circus Flora -Corner of Grand Boulevard and Samuel Shepard Drive (adjacent to Powell Symphony Hall), 314289-4040 Bob Zany, “One Man, a Chick & a Bay-Bee” -Argosy Casino, Alton The Mourners: Tomb Sculpture from the Court of Burgundy and Bill Viola: Visitation -Summer Exhibits at St. Louis Art Museum, Forest Park Vatican Splendors -Missouri History Museum, www. mohistory.org, Daily: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. To purchase tickets online: ticket-

master.com Michael Buble -Scottrade Center, St. Louis, Mo., 8 p.m.

Wicked -Fox Theatre, 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. Dr. Zhivegas -Bottleneck Blues Bar, Ameristar Casino, Resort, Spa, St. Charles, Mo. Soulard Blues Band -Blues on the Mississippi Jefferson Barracks Summer Concerts, Veteran’s Memorial Amphitheater, South County, Mo. Mike Harper, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Suitcase Nukes, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

-Stagger Inn, Edwardsville

Saturday July 3_____________ Mid-America Regional Lily Society Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

-Missouri Botanical Society Circus Flora -Corner of Grand Boulevard and Samuel Shepard Drive (adjacent to Powell Symphony Hall), 314289-4040 Bob Zany, “One Man, a Chick & a Bay-Bee” -Argosy Casino, Alton Mid-America Regional Lily Society Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

-Missouri Botanical Society

Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight -Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton Wicked -Fox Theatre, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. Dr. Zhivegas, Bottleneck Blues Bar -Ameristar Casino, Resort, Spa, St. Charles, Mo. Elvis Live!

-Blues on the Mississippi Jefferson Barracks Summer Concerts, Veteran’s Memorial Amphitheater, South County, Mo. Broken Arrow -Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Sunday July 4_____________ Mid-America Regional Lily Society Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

-Missouri Botanical Society Circus Flora -Corner of Grand Boulevard and Samuel Shepard Drive (adjacent to Powell Symphony Hall), 314289-4040 TriGREENville Series (Olympic) www.racemaker.org; 7:30 a.m.

-Greenville Auset Music Project Concert, Music Folk -8015 Big Bend, Webster Groves, Mo.

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From one soldier to another Afghanistan vet honors memory of Tom Eaker

By STEVE HORRELL Of The Edge When Jay Long and Tom Eaker got to talking military, it could last for hours.

The ritual was always the same.

Long, an honor student who also wrestled and played football at Edwardsville High School, would walk in to Eaker ’s Family Barber Shop, at 227 North Main St. in Edwardsville, for his weekly haircut, and Eaker, a three-Purple-HeartU.S.-Navy veteran, would pick up the clippers and start to work.

“He really loved talking to him,” Judy Long says of her son.

The barber shop opened in 1951, and has always been known as an especially vet-friendly place.

Chester Eaker, who died four years ago at the age of 92, served in the Navy during World War II. Son Tom took over the shop in 1978. Both had made a practice of offering free cuts to military personnel returning from war.

F a t h e r a n d s o n w e re b o t h characters. Chester had a ninthgrade education. He began cutting hair in 1947, at the old Leland Barber Shop downtown.

As a boy, Tom shined shoes at his father’s shop, and became a lunchtime regular at Mottar’s Drug Store, across the street.

As he stood cutting hair, Tom possessed the patience to stand for hours listening to stories; still, he was an opinionated “very vocal Vietnam vet,” who loved his flag so much that he flew it each day, says his daughter, Kari Eaker-Overholtz.

Eaker-Overholtz began cutting hair at the shop 11 years ago. She was there when her father died two years ago, and when Jay Long graduated from high school and joined the Marines.

Eaker-Overholtz was cutting hair at the shop on a recent weekday afternoon. She recalled how Long, who is 19, would come in and strike up a conversation with her until her dad arrived.

“He is the kind of kid who would just talk, talk, talk, talk, talk,” she said. “He would always ask my dad about Vietnam and my dad would tell him about his experience. I remember him telling him that he’d be a good Marine. You could just see it in his eyes that he’d be good at it, how much he wanted it.”

The conversations often lasted long after the haircut. “We’d be calling him, and he’d say he was still

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Recently Jay Long dropped off an American flag and a plaque to Eaker’s Family Barber Shop, in Edwardsville. While Long is 19 and Eaker was 61 when he died two years ago, the two men never tired of talking about the military. Eaker served in Vietnam; Long recently returned from Afghanistan. Displaying the plaque is Eaker’s daughter, Kari Eaker-Overholtz. talking to him,” Judy Long says.

O n J u n e 9, two days after graduation, Jay Long – who is actually Jay Long III – left for Marine boot camp in San Diego.

When Tom Eaker died, on Sept. 28, 2008, at the age of 61, it was Judy Long who had to break the news to her son.

Today, Tom Eaker ’s ashes are resting inside a white box on the mantle above the main barber chair at Eaker’s.

During his tour in Afghanistan, Jay Long took two American flags along with him on more than a hundred missions. When he returned to Glen Carbon, on May 28, he presented one to his mother, and he dropped the other off at Eaker’s.

He also gave Kari a plaque that read, “This flag was flown over

PB Barcha and carried on over 100 combat patrols in Helmand Province, Afghanistan by 2/2 Golf Company, 2nd Squad/ USMC.” The day he walked in, EakerOverholtz gave him a haircut and ordered a frame for the flag. A few days ago, Long returned to Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Asked whether he worries about his son returning to the Marines, Jay Long said, “He’s a man now. He knew what he was getting in for. But I’m not looking forward to it.” Said Judy Long, “I spent every single night by the computer. Between the news and the computer, it seemed like 24/7. Now that he’s back in the states, I can sleep.”

On Wednesday, the frame arrived in a rectangular box that sat near the front door.

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would later nail the flag and frame up on the wall across from the main barber chair and Tom Eaker’s ashes.

The barbershop had already been stuffed with reminders of Tom Eaker, things such as a Tennessee Whiskey bottle on the ledge and an orange basketball signed by Bobby Knight. Taped to the side of the soda machine is a boy’s handwritten note: “Dear Barber Tom: Can you please cut my ducktail shorter and please cut all the way to the top of my dent? From Tony. P.S. Then do whatever you want.”

A TV screen in the corner of the shop shows a grim-faced President Obama emerging from a White House dining room following a lengthy face-to-face with oil executives. “We will continue to press BP and draw on our best

minds and resources to capture the rest of the oil until the company finishes drilling a relief well later in the summer that is expected to stop the leak completely . . . ” Eaker-Overholtz wraps up a haircut. On the wall across from the TV is a painting of another local soldier named Nick Woloszyn. His father, Richard Woloszyn, painted it three years ago. In the painting, Nick is wearing a helmet and green Army fatigues, and seems to be reclining slightly. A week before Long dropped the flag by, Richard Woloszyn phoned Eaker-Overholtz and asked if she would mind displaying it in time for Memorial Day weekend.

“People are wondering where it came from,” Eaker-Overholtz says.

“This is good. My father collected art.”

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People People planner Air Show, B-52s to highlight Fair Saint Louis Joseph F. Imbs, III, Chairman of the Fair Saint Louis Foundation, and St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay today announced key highlights for this summer ’s 2010 Fair Saint Louis, to be held July 3 and 4 on the grounds of the Gateway Arch. This year’s event welcomes the return of the Fair Saint Louis Air Show and free musical entertainment on the Budweiser Main Stage. In addition to music under the Gateway Arch, spectacular fireworks will conclude each evening – offering family fun over the Fourth of July weekend.

“Fair Saint Louis has been creating memories for 30 years,” said Imbs. “We are very proud of this legacy and we’re especially looking forward to this summer’s highlights -- the return of the Fair Saint Louis Air Show

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and being back on the Arch grounds. St. Louis’ rich history in aviation paired with its iconic Riverfront makes the Riverfront the perfect backdrop for an air show. We invite everyone to join us for a weekend full of memorable moments.”

“The City of St. Louis continues to proudly partner with the Fair Saint Louis Foundation on this hallmark event that brings people from near and far to our historic Riverfront. Since its inception 30 years ago, Fair Saint Louis has resulted in millions of dollars in economic impact while also contributing greatly to area non-profits via concession sales,” said Mayor Slay. “On behalf of the City of St. Louis, I am thrilled to join in the effort with the Fair Saint Louis Foundation to invest in and celebrate ‘America’s Biggest Birthday Party.’”

In addition to the 30th anniversary highlights, Imbs also shared details of the

Fair Saint Louis Air Show and the musical headliners who will play the Budweiser Main Stage: • Air shows will take place on both Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4 and will include some of the premier air show performers from around the country.

• Grammy Award winning R&B hit-maker John Legend (www.johnlegend.com) will headline on Saturday, July 3. The quirky new wave band, The B-52s, (www.theb52s.com) will headline on Sunday, July 4.

Fair Saint Louis will kick off at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 3 with the 133rd Veiled Prophet Parade, one of the best and longest running parade’s in the nation.

Saturday, July 3 10 a.m. 133rd Veiled Prophet Parade Noon Festival and K-Town Kids Zone Open 12:30 p.m. Air show** (90 minutes)

3 p.m. Local bands begin and continue throughout the afternoon 5:30 p.m. Air show** (90 minutes) 8 p.m. John Legend on the Budweiser Main Stage 9 p.m. Fireworks 10 p.m. Festival closes Sunday, July 4 11 a.m. Festival and K-Town Kids Zone Open 11:30 a.m. Air show** (90 minutes) 1 p.m. Family Act on the Main Stage 4 p.m. Local bands begin and continue throughout the afternoon 5:30 p.m Air show** (90 minutes) 8 p.m. The B-52s on the Budweiser Main Stage 9 p.m. Fireworks 10 p.m. Festival Closes ** Dates/times subject to change

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People People planner Alton River Festival scheduled With the Mississippi River as a backdrop, musical artists will be taking the stage all summer long at Alton’s Riverfront Amphitheater as part of the Alton River Festival.

Music-lovers can head to Alton the third Thursday of the month this summer for free concerts at the amphitheater. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. The amphitheater is located at #1 Henry St. in Alton, Ill. The Alton River Festival will feature monthly concerts held the third Thursday of the month – June 17, July 15 & August 19. On June 17, Madahoochi will warm-up the stage for headliners Head East. Aaron Kamm and The One Drops will get things started on July 15 before headliners Jake’s Leg play a tribute to the Grateful Dead. The final concert of the season will be held on Thursday, August 19 with Vitamen A and Think Floyd USA, performing a tribute to Pink Floyd.

Admission to the concerts is free, and all ages are welcome. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. No coolers allowed.

Concert goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

The summer concert series has been made possible by the generous support of the Alton River Festival sponsors: Fritz Distributing Inc., Colman’s Country Campers, Argosy

Casino, Dave Mungenast Alton Toyota, Triple Jam Productions, City of Alton, ConAgraFoods, Nautilus Fitness Center, Alton Marina, Alton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau, Simmons Law Firm, ConocoPhillips and Illinois American Water.

For more information, visit www. riverfrontamphitheater.com or call 1-800-258-6645 or (618) 465-6676.

Grant’s Farm Critter Camp under way For a one-of-a-kind educational experience, Grant’s Farm offers “Critter Camp” for children between the ages of 5 and 11. The fourday camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesdays through Fridays, beginning June 1 and continues through the week of July 27. There will be no camp the week following Independence Day, July 6 through July 9.

Grant’s Farm animal experts teach kindergarteners through fifth graders about animal care through fun games, creative arts and crafts projects and excursions through the Deer Park. This year’s theme, “Get Closer,” highlights how campers have many opportunities to come in contact with the wonderful wildlife at Grant’s Farm as a way to instill care and appreciation for animals and plants. In addition to learning about the ecological interdependence

of plant and animal life in a friendly, safe and fun atmosphere, all campers receive lunch, a special Critter Camp t-shirt and a water bottle.

Registration is required for Critter Camp. For more information or to register, parents should call (314) 525-0847. Parents are encouraged to register as early as possible; last year Critter Camp reached capacity.

More than 1,000 animals representing more than 100 different species from six continents can be found at The Farm. The 18th President of the United States, Ulysses S. Grant, farmed and lived on a portion of the land in the 1850s, thus giving the property its name.

More than 25 million guests have visited the 281-acre property since it opened to the public in 1954.

Grant’s Farm is located in southwest St. Louis at 10501 Gravois Road (63123). For more information, visit the Grant’s Farm website at www. grantsfarm.com.

Stingrays return to Caribbean Cove The stingrays are back in town, and they’ve brought along some “crabby” friends this year - horseshoe crabs! Stingrays at Caribbean Cove presented by UMB Bank will be open April 24 through September 26, 2010. Watch these unique animals as they glide through a warm saltwater pool, dip

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your hands in to allow the gentle stingrays and horseshoe crabs to touch you, and at various times each day, take an opportunity to feed them.

Located under a pavilion near Lakeside Cafe, the cownose rays, southern stingrays and horseshoe crabs swim through a 17,000-gallon pool within a tropical setting. These are hardy species that interact well with people in a safe and fun manner.

“We’re pleased to bring back this popular exhibit for our visitors,” said Dr. Jeffrey P. Bonner, Dana Brown president & CEO of the Saint Louis Zoo. “Connecting people with wildlife is an important part of our mission. Not everyone in our part of the world has had the chance to get in touch with ocean life in such a close-up intimate way.”

Along for the swim this year are horseshoe crabs, which are more closely related to spiders and scorpions than to true crabs.

These bottom-dwelling creatures have a hard exoskeleton to protect their soft body and a long tail to help them steer through the water.

The horseshoe crab is a living fossil. It has been on the earth for 220 million years, longer than dinosaurs, and it survives today almost identical to its ancient

ancestors.

Cownose rays and southern stingrays are related to sharks and skates. They have a flat body, long pointed fins and a long whip-like tail that can be used for defense against predators. At Stingrays at Caribbean Cove, their stingers or barbs will be painlessly trimmed back just like fingernails are clipped. Staff at the exhibit will monitor the stingrays throughout the season to ensure no stingers exist.

The 20-inch deep pool includes a waterfall and a state-of-the-art life support system. The pool also has solitary space and places for the animals to rest if they choose.

Zoo interpreters and educators will be on hand to help visitors and to share information about the animals, sustainable seafood and ocean conservation.

Tro p i c a l Tr a d e r s G i f t S h o p will offer a variety of oceanrelated souvenirs including plush stingrays and other sea life items, T-shirts, tropical attire, nautical gifts and more. Ray’s Grill will serve up Jamaican jerk chicken, Te r i y a k i p o r k k a b o b s , i s l a n d burgers and more. Margaritas, piña coladas, daiquiris and beer (with or without alcohol) will also be available.

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Tuesday through Sunday (closed Mondays); from Memorial Day through Labor Day, open 9 a.m. to 5 p. m. daily. The exhibition is included with Butterfly House admission.

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These prehistoric bugs will join the permanent residents of the Butterfly House: living beetles, roaches, tarantulas, spiders, scorpions and other insects and arachnids. Compare these smaller creatures of today to their larger prehistoric relatives to learn how they have evolved over eons.

Insects and other arthropods are far older than dinosaurs; arthropod fossils

in the form of primitive millipedes and scorpions date back to 450 million years ago. Amber, or fossilized tree resin, is an important source of information about the history of these creatures, providing clues in the form of preserved insects (whole or in parts), pollen and other small specimens. Examine some of these important fossil records on display that date back to nearly 70 million years ago.

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Music

“Weird Al” Yankovic Guess who’s coming to the Family Arena?

By DEBBIE SETTLE Of The Edge Not everyone may be a huge fan of “Weird Al” Yankovic, but he certainly has a loyal and large fan base. Listeners cannot help but chuckle at the parodied songs that he is famous for.

The young and old alike enjoy the lyrics of “Another One Rides the Bus,” “Canadian Idiot,” “Eat It,” “I Want a New Duck,” “White & Nerdy,” and “Yoda,” which are all parodied songs that in their original format were made famous by other artists.

“Weird Al” Yankovic, the undisputed king of pop culture parody, has sold more comedy recordings than any other artist in history. In a career spanning nearly three decades, he has amassed 28 Gold and Platinum albums, seven gold and platinum-certified home videos and three Grammy Awards (with 12 nominations).

An accomplished director, Al has helmed many of his own award-winning music videos as well as clips for Ben Folds, Jeff Foxworthy, The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Hanson and The Black Crowes. His video for “Smells Like Nirvana,” nominated for an MTV Video Music Award in 1992, was chosen by Rolling Stone as one of the “Top 100 Music Videos Of All Time.” Al also created the critically acclaimed title sequence for the Leslie Nielsen feature film “Spy Hard.”

Making a successful transformation from pop music satirist to multimedia star, Al created his own television specials for MTV (“AL-TV”), Showtime and the Disney Channel, among others. His feature film “UHF” (1989) became an instant Top Ten best-selling DVD upon its release in 2002, and his CBS network series “The Weird Al Show” reached cult-classic status and was released on DVD earlier this year. Al has been featured on numerous TV shows and specials, and his profile on VH-1’s “Behind the Music” remains one of the most popular installments in the history of the series. His recent “Biography” profile (2007) was the single highest-rated debut in the channel’s history.

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“Weird Al” Yankovic Yankovic’s 12th and most recent studio album “Straight Outta Lynwood” (Way Moby/Volcano), was released as a DualDisc September, 2006, brimming with special features. The DVD side contained six brand new Weird Al music videos produced by some of the world’s top animators, including Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Bill Plympton, “Ren & Stimpy” creator John Kricfalusi, acclaimed media artist Jim Blashfield, the creative team

behind Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim show “Robot Chicken” and popular Internet animators Thomas Lee and David C. Lovelace. The package also featured a 9-minute behind-the-scenes documentary, as well as PCM Stereo, 5.1 Surround Sound and karaoke/instrumental versions of the entire album.

The centerpiece of “Straight Outta Lynwood” was “White & Nerdy,” a parody of Chamillionaire’s No. 1 smash hit “Ridin’.” Al directed the highly-acclaimed video clip, which features hilarious cameos by Donny Osmond, Seth Green, Judy Tenuta and Mad TV’s Keegan-Michael Keys and Jordan Peele. The “White & Nerdy” video went straight into heavy rotation on VH-1, and was their No. 1 Video for five weeks straight. The video became an instant viral phenomenon, and to date has been viewed over 110 million times on the Web. “Straight Outta Lynwood” also features parodies of Green Day (“Canadian Idiot”), Usher (“Confessions Part III”), Taylor Hicks (“Do I Creep You Out”, with animated video directed by Jib Jab) and R. Kelly (the 11-minute epic “Trapped in the Drive-Thru”), as well as the now-traditional polka medley (“Polkarama!”), which this time includes accordion-fueled renditions of hits by such artists as 50 Cent, The Black Eyed Peas, Snoop Dogg, Coldplay, Weezer, Pussycat Dolls and Kanye West.

In the summer of 2007, “Weird Al” Yankovic and his band (the same talented group of musicians that has performed with him since 1982) embarked on a record-breaking 90-city concert tour of North America, Australia and New Zealand.

“Weird Al” is returning in style to the Family Arena on Monday, July 12, at 7 p.m.

Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased at the Family Arena Ticket Office and all MetroTix locations including Macy’s and select Schnucks video centers or on the Web at www.metrotix.com.

Prices: $55.50 (Gold Circle), $45.50 (Floor), $40.50 (Lower Level), $30.50 (Upper Level). The cost of parking is included in the ticket price for this event.

To charge by phone call MetroTix at 314-534-1111. For help purchasing accessible seating, please call The Family Arena ADA Hotline at 636-896-4234.

Call The Family Arena event hotline at 636-896-4242 for more information, or visit www.familyarena.com.

Eric Moeller and the Strummalongs

B B a i n o d July 1, 2010

By DEBBIE SETTLE Of The Edge Members: Eric Moeller on lead guitar and vocals, Brian Gunderson on rhythm guitar and backing vocals, Joseph Belsher on bass and backing vocals, Jayk Brown on rhythm guitar and backing vocals and Lyndsay Rawley on drums.

This well-rounded group will play whatever feels good at the moment.

Just coming off the road from an East Coast tour, they are ready to bring St. Louis their newest release, kicking off with a release show on July 2 at the Firebird, 2706 Olive St. in St. Louis.

D o o r s o p e n at 8 p.m., show begins at 9 p.m. The other acts performing are the Dead City Dregs and Andy Hyland. The show is for all ages.

Tickets for the release show are $8 in advance, which includes a free copy of their newest album “Daily Life.” “Daily Life” features 11 full band tracks as well as two solo tracks.

T h e f u l l b a n d s o n g s f e a t u re J o e y K o t s y b a r o n d r u m s , E r i c performing the lead vocal and the rest of the instrumentation, and Brian Gunderson and Trey Garrison performing some backing vocals.

Eric and the band will be making their way to play Six Flags in Eureka, Mo. on Saturday, July 31, at 7 p.m. and again at The Firebird in St. Louis on Tuesday, Aug. 3.

For more information about Eric Moeller and the S t r u m m a l o n g s , v i s i t w w w. m y s p a c e . c o m / e r i c m o e l l e r o r w w w. strummalongs.com.

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Music Music calendar **If you would like to add something to our music calendar, email it to theedge@edwpub.net.

Thursday, July 1 • Wicked, Fox Theatre, 1 p.m., 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo.

Friday, July 2 • Wicked, Fox Theatre, 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. • Mo Pleasure, Villa Marie Winery, Maryville, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Saturday, July 3 • Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton • Wicked, Fox Theatre, 2 p.m., 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. • John Legend, Fair St. Louis, Budweiser Main Stage under the Arch, 8 p.m.

Sunday, July 4 • Open Mic w/Butch Moore, Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 9:30 p.m.

• B-52s, Fair St. Louis, Budweiser Main Stage under the Arch, 8 p.m.

Tuesdays, July 6 • Wicked, Fox Theatre, 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo.

Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. Gates open 6 p.m., close at 10 p.m.

Sunday, July 11 • Open Mic w/Butch Moore, Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 9:30 p.m.

• Wicked, Fox Theatre, 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. • Brian Curran, Villa Marie Winery, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Maryville

Monday, July 12 • Noise featuring The Crystal Method, Home Nightclub, Ameristar Casino, Resort, Spa, St. Charles, Mo.

Wednesday, July 14 • Open Mic w/Duct Tape Duo Trio, Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 9:30 p.m.

• Open Mic Night, Villa Marie Winery, Maryville, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Free Tacos!

• The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Friday, July 16

• Kenny Wayne Shepherd w/ Jeremiah Johnson and the Sliders, Celebrate St Louis Concert Series, free, Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. Gates open 6 p.m., close at 10 p.m.

Saturday, July 17

• Wicked, Fox Theatre, 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo.

• Toby Keith, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, St. Louis, Mo. • Lady Gaga, Scottrade Center, St. Louis, Mo. • Modest Mouse, The Pageant, Delmar Loop, 8 p.m.

• Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton • Pernikoff Brothers, Blueberry Hill, Delmar Loop, $10 • Clint Black w/The Johnny Henry Band, Celebrate St Louis Concert Series, free, Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. Gates open 6 p.m., close at 10 p.m.

Friday, July 9

Sunday, July 18

Wednesday, July 7 • Open Mic w/Duct Tape Duo Trio, Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 9:30 p.m.

• Wicked, Fox Theatre, 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. • The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 8

• Jonny Lang, The Pageant, 8 p.m., Delmar Loop • Wicked, Fox Theatre, 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. • Common with DJ Needles, Celebrate St Louis Concert Series, free, Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. Gates open 6 p.m., close at 10 p.m.

Saturday, July 10 • REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Night Ranger, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, St. Louis, Mo. • M e r r i o k e K a r a o k e , M o o s e Lodge No. 4, 8550 Bunkum Rd., Caseyville-Chicken Dinner 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Karaoke 8 p.m. to midnight • Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton • Wicked, Fox Theatre, 2 p.m., 8 p.m., St. Louis, Mo. • S l i g h t l y S t o o p i d w / Fundamental Elements, Celebrate St Louis Concert Series, free,

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• Open Mic w/Butch Moore, Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 20

• Sara Bareilles w/The Brothers Lazaroff, Celebrate St Louis Concert Series, free, Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd.

Gates open 6 p.m., close at 10 p.m.

Saturday, July 24 • Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton • The Shirelles, Argosy Casino, Alton, 7 p.m.

• Silversun Pickups w/Against Me! & The Henry Clay People, Celebrate St Louis Concert Series, free, Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. Gates open 6 p.m., close at 10 p.m.

Sunday, July 25 • Open Mic w/Butch Moore, Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 28 • Open Mic Night, Villa Marie Winery, Maryville, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Free Tacos!

• The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Friday, July 30 • G r e g L a s w e l l w i t h C a r y Brothers, Old Rock House, $12, St. Louis

Saturday, July 31 • Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton

Monday, Aug. 2 • Lyle Lovett and his Large Band, The Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis, 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 4 • The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 7 • Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton

Sunday, Aug. 8

• Rockstar Mayhem Festival featuring Korn, Rob Zombie, Lamb of God, Five Finger Death Punch

• Adam Lambert, The Pageant, Delmar Loop, St. Louis, Mo.--SOLD OUT

Wednesday, July 21

Tuesday, Aug. 10

• Open Mic w/Duct Tape Duo Trio, Stagger Inn, Edwardsville, 9:30 p.m.

• The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Friday, July 23 • K i n g s o f L e o n , Ve r i z o n Amphitheater, St. Louis • The Shirelles, Argosy Casino, Alton, 8 p.m.

• Fred’s Six Foot Under (Iron Barley Basement), St. Louis, Mo., 10 p.m.

• Jackson Browne, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo., 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Aug. 16

p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

• Cypress Hill, The Pageant, Delmar Loop, St. Louis, Mo., 8 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 14

Wednesday, Aug. 18 • The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 21 • Raven Moon, Making Music Concert Series, Kirkwood Park Amphitheater, Kirkwood, Mo., 7:30 p.m.

• Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton

Monday, Aug. 23 • C o h e e d & C a m b r i a w / Porcupine Tree, The Deer Hunter, The Pageant, Delmar Loop, St. Louis, Mo.

Wednesday, Aug. 25 • The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 1

• Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

Wednesday, Sept. 15 • Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo. • The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 16 • Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

Friday, Sept. 17 • Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

Saturday, Sept. 18 • Shrek The Musical, 2 p.m., 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

Sunday, Sept. 19 • Shrek The Musical, 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

Tuesday, Sept. 21

• The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

• Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

Wednesday, Sept. 8

Wednesday, Sept. 22

• The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 11 • Shrek The Musical, 2 p.m., 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo. • Here Come the Mummies, The Pageant, Delmar Loop, St. Louis, Mo.

Sunday, Sept. 12 • Shrek The Musical, 2 p.m., 7:30

• Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo. • The Reventones LIVE, The Shaved Duck, 2900 Virginia Ave., St. Louis, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., free

Thursday, Sept. 23 • Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

Friday, Sept. 24 • Shrek The Musical, 8 p.m., The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.

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Saturday, Aug. 14 • The Blackeyed Peas, T-Pain, Scottrade Center, St. Louis • Carl Green at the Piano, 8 p.m. until midnight, Rajin Cajun, 210 W. 3rd St., Alton

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Music Tuning in St. Louis concert series announced The Fair Saint Louis Foundation today announced a new name, “Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts,” for its July concert series, which kick off the weekend following Fair Saint Louis.

Formerly LIVE on the Levee(sm), the Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts name supports the Foundation’s ongoing effort to connect these events to the greater St. Louis metropolitan region.

“We feel “Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts” more closely signifies our mission of celebrating the region and providing free entertainment in one of the most historic settings in the country,” said Joseph F. Imbs, III, Chairman of the Fair Saint Louis Foundation.

“We’re excited the Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts will bring top national talent to the banks of the Mississippi River and continue to be a hallmark event for the region.”

The free concert series, located at the base of the Arch on Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd., will kick off Friday, July 9 and includes music covering a broad spectrum of genres to cater to many different audiences. All opening acts begin at 6 p.m. and feature local bands in a continued effort to highlight the wealth of musical talent in the greater St. Louis region. Headliners take the Budweiser Main Stage at 8 p.m. Each night will conclude with US Bank/Enterprise Rent-ACar fireworks over the Mississippi River.

The complete Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts schedule with local opening acts includes: Friday, July 9 Common (Rap) with DJ Needles (www.interscope. com/common) S a t u r d a y, J u l y 1 0 S l i g h t l y Stoopid (Alternative Rock) with Fundamental Elements (www. slightlystoopid.com) Friday, July 16 Kenny Wayne S h e p h e rd ( B l u e s R o c k ) w i t h Jeremiah Johnson & the Sliders (www.kennywayneshepherd.net) Saturday, July 17 Clint Black (Country) with The Johnny Henry Band (www.clintblack.com) Friday, July 23 Sara Bareilles (Contemporary Pop) with The Brothers Lazaroff (www. sarabmusic.com) Saturday, July 24 Silversun Pickups with Against Me! & the Henry Clay People (Alternative Rock) (www.silversunpickups. com) Saturday nights at the Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts will also include The Sauce Café where guests can enjoy tablecloth dining, catered by popular St. Louis restaurants, and a riverfront view. The Sauce Café hosts two dinner seatings. The first, from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., allows guests

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to enjoy dinner and live music from a favorite local band before heading to the levee steps to watch the Budweiser Main Stage show.

A second seating from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. allows guests to enjoy the headlining concert on plasma screens and then enjoy the US Bank/Enterprise Rent-A-Car fireworks from this prime view.

Reservations are $30 per person, not including beverage, tax, and gratuity. Walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis if seating is available.

The Sauce Café featured restaurants this year are: July 10 - Lucas Park Grille; July 17 - Highway 61 Roadhouse and Kitchen; July 24 - El Borracho Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made online at www.celebratestlouis.org.

Each year community volunteers, Fair Saint Louis staff, the Veiled Prophet Organization, in partnership with the National Park Service and the City of St. Louis work together to promote St. Louis by bringing visitors downtown for the month-long event. The name Fair Saint Louis acknowledges that this event is produced by Saint Louisans, for Saint Louisans and their guests from all over the world.

If members of the community are interested in volunteering, volunteer applications may be downloaded from the Celebrate St. Louis Web site at www.celebratestlouis.org.

F o l l o w u s o n Tw i t t e r @ CelebrateSTL, “Like” us on Facebook /CelebrateSTL and sign up for our e-newsletter on celebratestlouis.org to receive re g u l a r u p d a t e s a n d i n s i d e r information on Fair Saint Louis and Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts activities.

River Music Experience to host second Guitar Building Class The River Music Experience (RME) is thrilled to host its second Guitar Building 101 class on July 31 and August 1. Guitar Building 101 classes are taught b y A M G u i t a r R e p a i r o w n e r, Alan Morrison, and are proving to be a hit with students. This is a basic class where students build a guitar or bass with precut, pre-finished parts (see attached photo). Students can choose from a variety of colors and other options to customize their “axe.”

The class is a combination of hands-on building and lecture which discusses each step of the assembly process and the theory involved. Upon completion of the class, students will walk away with a beautiful custom built instrument along with the skills to build and maintain

future guitars!

Class size is limited and the price for materials and instruction start at $699.00.

The class is split over two

days and will be held Saturday, J u l y 3 1 f ro m 1 0 a . m . - 6 p . m . a n d S u n d a y, A u g u s t 1 f r o m 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Enroll before July 18, 2010 to ensure a seat

in the class and availability of colors and options. To enroll in Guitar Building 101 visit www. amguitarrepair.com or call 563370-6810.

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Movies

QuickGlance Movie Reviews

“Toy Story 3”

This is what happens when you’re good at your job: Everyone expects excellence from you, and anything even slightly short of that feels like a letdown. “Toy Story 3” is a gorgeous film — funny, sweet and clever in the tradition of the best Pixar movies — but because it comes from that studio’s nearly flawless tradition, including two “Toy Story” predecessors, the expectations naturally are inflated. The storytelling in no way is in question; it never is at Pixar, which is the fundamental reason their films are so strong. Neither is the voice cast, led once again by Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and Joan Cusack, with formidable newcomers like Ned Beatty thrown into the mix. The details are as vibrant and tactile as ever: the textures and expressions, the use of light, angles and perspective. And the core concept — that toys have a rich, complex interior life when people aren’t around — still resonates all these years later. If “Toy Story” hadn’t come out in 1995 and “Toy Story 2” hadn’t followed it in 1999, “Toy Story 3” would stand on its own as a breakthrough. Trouble is, those earlier movies do exist. And by comparison, this third installment — in which Andy heads off to college and the toys end up in day care — doesn’t feel quite so fresh. Then, of course, there is the 3-D — the unfortunate trend of the summer.

It’s not intrusive, but it’s also completely unnecessary.

RATED: G. In 3-D and IMAX 3-D. RUNNING TIME: 98 min.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

“Cyrus”

A romantic charmer that works in spite of — and maybe a bit because of — two physical mismatches that audiences are asked to accept in this story of a suitor battling his new girlfriend’s needy son, who wants mom all to himself. One: That petite knockout Marisa Tomei and pug-faced hulk John C. Reilly could tumble into near love at first sight. Two: That petite knockout Tomei and baby-faced hulk Jonah Hill could be mother and son. Reilly and Tomei make their asymmetry work, quickly becoming one of those beauty-and-the-beast couples that make people remark, “They look so cute together!” The movie gets kind of creepy when Tomei and Hill cuddle and tickle each other. Yet that’s where some of the best laughs come from — once you get over the ick factor of a 40-something mom getting so physical with her grown son. Sibling writerdirectors Jay and Mark Duplass have a knack for wringing laughs out of uncomfortable moments, and the film is steeped in this sort of cringe-and-wince humor. There’s a real sweetness

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to it at the same time, and the Duplass brothers do a great job balancing that soft side with the nastier edges underlying their story.

RATED: R for language and some sexual material.

RUNNING TIME: 92 min.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

“The Killer Inside Me”

Here’s the conundrum with this film: It’s well-made, yet difficult to recommend. It looks great, a mix of parched West Texas vistas and lush interiors, yet portions of it are impossible to watch without wincing. The performances are consistently strong, though, especially from star Casey Affleck as a small-town deputy sheriff in the early 1950s whose polite demeanor and boyish features belie a savage homicidal streak.

Director Michael Winterbottom also gets typically compelling work from Ned Beatty and Elias Koteas in small but crucial supporting roles. But regardless of any other elements, there are a couple of scenes here that will have everyone talking, and will divide viewers’ opinions of the entire movie. Based on the pulp fiction novel by Jim Thompson, “The Killer Inside Me” tracks the steady unraveling of a sociopath, one hidden among the people we trust to be the good guys. Affleck’s Lou Ford comes from an established family in Central City, and he has a lovely girlfriend in Amy Stanton (Kate Hudson), who’s pressuring him to get married. Then one day, the sheriff (Tom Bower) sends him out to talk with Joyce Lakeland (Jessica Alba), a prostitute who’s ensnared the son (Jay R. Ferguson) of Chester Conway (Beatty), the town’s power broker. His purpose is to run her out of town. But a couple of slaps from Joyce during their confrontation unleash pent-up aggressions and desires within Lou. RATED: R for disturbing brutal violence, aberrant sexual content and some graphic nudity.

RUNNING TIME: 108 min.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Two stars out of four.

8: The Mormon Proposition”

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Gay marriage — and California’s Proposition 8, the 2008 ballot measure that stated only marriage between a man

and a woman would be valid and recognized — are topics fraught with passionate debate on both sides. Which is why this documentary makes you wish it had been made by filmmakers with more creative, artful inclinations. Or at least more focus. Director and writer Reed Cowan and co-director Steven Greenstreet depict the campaign to pass this measure — and the influential Mormon church as a massive driving force behind it — in a surprisingly dry, straightforward way.

Talking heads and snippets of revealing documents are broken up with rather literal, cheesy imagery. The stories from real people give the film emotional heft and make it somewhat worthwhile — people like Tyler Barrick and Spencer Jones, former Mormons who tearfully describe how most members of their families have ostracized them for being gay. They married each other in San Francisco in June 2008, only to have Prop 8 place the legality of that union in limbo a few months later. Ultimately, “8” becomes an entirely different movie — a far more compelling one — when it shifts gears and focuses on the high suicide rate among gay teens in Utah.

RATED” R for some language/sexual references.

RUNNING TIME: 78 min.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Two stars out of four.

“Jonah Hex”

This comic-book adaptation is so short, and so bad, you cringe at the thought of how awful whatever ended up on the cutting-room floor must be. Take away the eight minutes of end-credits, a prologue sequence built around comic-book panels and some repetitive flashbacks of action we’ve already seen, and there’s barely an hour’s worth of actual movie. And that’s using the term “actual movie” generously. Josh Brolin has the title role as a Civil War vet turned bounty hunter, bent on vengeance against the villain (John Malkovich) who disfigured his face and killed his family. Jonah’s tragedies somehow leave him able to interrogate the dead, a handy tool as he tracks Malkovich through a lame plot to destroy America with a doomsday weapon. Brolin tries to bring gravity to the role, but Malkovich just seems bored and Megan Fox adds to her robotic resume as Jonah’s prostitute and romantic interest.

Director Jimmy Hayward presents action that feels choppy and unfinished, at least partly the effect of cutting out explicit violence to secure a more audience-friendly rating.

RATED: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, disturbing images and sexual content.

RUNNING TIME: 82 min.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

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Movies "The A-Team" is flat-out fun

By CHRISTY LEMIRE Associated Press “Overkill is underrated,” says Hannibal Smith, leader of “The ATeam,” while planning a particularly elaborate and explosive scheme to trap a bad guy.

Director and co-writer Joe Carnahan apparently subscribes to this school of thought, as well.

If you’re looking for subtlety, look elsewhere. Carnahan’s bigscreen version of the ’80s TV series is ridiculously over-the-top, full of wild helicopter chases and exploding sport utility vehicles and tumbling cargo containers. At times it feels like little more than a cacophony of automatic gunfire and shattered glass.

Then again, you shouldn’t really expect anything else given the source material and the director ’s own filmography. Carnahan previously wrote and directed “Smokin’ Aces” from 2007, a piece of wannabe Guy Ritchie bombast about a Vegas assassination attempt — but he also made the tremendous and little-seen drama “Narc” from 2002, starring Ray Liotta and Jason Patric as Detroit cops.

“The A-Team” combines the enormity and stylishness of the former with (some of) the intelligence and character development of the latter — a surprising amount, given the time of year it’s hitting theaters. But mainly it’s just flat-out fun, with a cheeky sense of humor — way more enjoyable than you might expect when you consider the ignominious history of movies inspired by TV shows. (“Leave It to Beaver,” anyone?)

Carnahan keeps things moving, making the two-hour running time fly by. The film’s fluid editing is especially noticeable during the big set pieces — impossibly complex,

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From left, cast members Bradley Cooper, Jessica Biel, Sharlto Copley, Liam Neeson, and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson pose together at the premiere of “The A-Team” in Los Angeles on June 3. intricately timed missions that the team makes look easy.

The strength of the cast helps: Liam Neeson as Hannibal, the team’s cigar-chomping mastermind, whom George Peppard played on television; Bradley Cooper, an ideal choice to step into the Dirk Benedict role as charmer Templeton “Face” Peck; and “District 9” star Sharlto Copley bringing equal amounts of humor and danger to the role of

“Howlin’ Mad” Murdock. Even mixed martial arts star Quinton “Rampage” Jackson offers a solid presence, filling the intimidating shoes of Mr. T to play B.A. Baracus.

One would, in theory, pity the fool asked to do that; Jackson does just fine in his first film role.

The basic details are the same, though the period has shifted to the present day; having said that, it’s also a bit of a prequel to the show’s

adventures. Instead of being Vietnam veterans, they’re in the final days of troop withdrawal from Iraq in the script Carnahan co-wrote with Brian Bloom, who has a small but pivotal supporting part.

Still, Hannibal, Face, Murdock and B.A. are former Army Rangers framed for a crime they didn’t commit; “The A-Team” follows their efforts to clear their names and find the real culprits behind a botched

attempt at stealing back some U.S. currency plates. Jessica Biel is all business as the Army captain who chases them once they escape and go on the run, and Patrick Wilson’s pretty-boy looks make him ideally smarmy as the CIA operative with mysterious motives and allegiances.

While several of the action sequences flow beautifully and have a great energy about them, others look fake and cheesy.

“Toy Story 3” achieves perfection

By ROBERT GRUBAUGH Of The Edge There are dozens of reasons to love “Toy Story 3,” not the least of which is its simple title that doesn’t go out of its way to distract you from the fact that this is a sequel to a great franchise.

The quality is in top form from the minute the sharp Pixar color palette hits the screen (and in REAL D the images were great). The film is an emotional powerhouse and an instant classic.

This is a great way to wrap up a storyline that’s given parents a platform to broach subjects like sharing (Woody and Buzz didn’t always get along so well), making new friends (Buster the puppy is now gray around the muzzle), and doing the morally right thing, to their children.

With the gutsy final twenty minutes of this picture we can add a life lesson about facing mortality to that list, but also about growing up and transitioning from childhood to adulthood.

Our favorite playthings face a monumental change in their “lives” as their owner Andy (John

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Morris) prepares to leave for college. The young man’s tastes have changed and it’s evident that he hasn’t done a lot of playing recently. In fact, his once proud toy chest is only inhabited by a very important core of characters: Woody (Tom Hanks, with steed, Bullseye), Cowgirl Jessie (Joan Cusack), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), Hamm (John Ratzenberger), Rex (Wallace Shawn), Slinky Dog (Blake Clark, taking over voicing duties for the dearly departed Jim Varney), the Potato Heads (Don Rickles and Estelle Harris), and a couple of those squeaky alien dolls. They’re a tight group and one I know we’ve all come to love. They’re also sad that their owner is growing up, but they’ve all come to terms with the fact that they’ll be moving to the attic soon to live with the board games and toys from the Christmas decorations box.

When they accidentally get the impression that they’re going to be thrown out instead, it’s up to Sheriff Woody to set them, and Barbie (Jodi Benson), straight. After a harrowing rescue from a garbage bag, majority rule lands them in a box

destined for paradise - donation to the Sunnyside Daycare Center where they’ll be played with by an endless stream of happy, smiling children.

Think of this as Toy Heaven. At least that’s what they’re told by Lots-o-Huggin’ Bear (voiced by Ned Beatty), a strawberry-pink teddy that rules Sunnyside with both a Southern swagger and an, at first, hidden iron fist. He’s kindly on the outside, but comes from a damaged world that makes him a genuine screen villain of legendary making. Lotso and his minions Big Baby, Ken (Michael Keaton, literally and figuratively a doll in this role), and Stretch the Purple Octopus (Whoopi Goldberg) forcibly insert Andy’s toys into the pre-school world of Sunnyside where they’re chewed upon, dismantled, and otherwise mistreated. Toy Heaven has its price.

A split occurs at this juncture and Woody goes for help before coming back to break out his buddies. He hitches a ride home with a friendly child and uses the resources of her toys (voiced

by Bonnie Hunt, Kristen Schaal, Timothy Dalton) to figure the quickest way home to Andy’s

house. The assembly of new characters blends perfectly into this amazing world and I’d love to see some of them again in context that made sense. I particularly loved Jeff Garlin’s unicorn character, Buttercup, and a Chatter Telephone that sounds a lot like Jimmy Cagney. We also see the introduction of Spanish-Language Buzz Lightyear, a result of changing our hero’s factory settings.

The great Sunnyside jailbreak is harrowing and involves dramatic scenes in both a garbage chute, on a trash incinerator’s conveyor belt (inexplicably cringing, like a kick to the chest), and ultimately in a tender and emotional scene between Andy and his toys about what the future holds. I was a wreck when the lights came up, but not because I was disappointed.

This movie is amazing and every minute of it should be treasured by kids young and old.

••• “Toy Story 3” runs 125 minutes and is rated G and is certainly suitable for all audiences. I give this film four stars out of four.

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Movies

What’s playing, when and where A look at movies being shown in and around the area St. Clair Cinema Fairview Heights Listings for 7/2 through 7/6 The following movies are playing at the O’Fallon Cinema. Call 1-800-FANDANGO Code 2405 for showtimes or visit on the Web at www.wehrenberg.com.

A Team (PG-13) Fri, Tue, Thurs: 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10:00 p.m. SunMon; 11:35 a.m., 2:20, 5:05, 7:50, 10:35 p.m.

Eclipse (PG-13) Fri-Thurs: 1:15, 4:15, 7:15, 10:15 p.m. Fri, TuesThurs: 12:25, 3:20, 6:20, 9:15 p.m.

Sat-Mon: 11:00 a.m., 1:55, 4:50, 7:45, 10:40 p.m.

Grown Ups (PG-13) Fri, TuesThurs: 1:35, 4:10, 6:55, 10:05 p.m.

Sat-Mon: 11:10 a.m., 2:000, 4:55, 7:25, 10:00 p.m.

Karate Kid (PG) 12:15, 3:25, 6:35, 9:50 p.m.

Knight and Day (PG-13) Fri; Tues-Thurs: 12:45, 3:55, 6:40, 9:25 p.m. Sat-Mon: 11:15 a.m., 1:55, 4:35, 7:20, 10:05 p.m.

Last Airbender (PG) 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30, 10:10 p.m.

Toy Story 3 (G) Fri; Tues-Thurs: 1:45, 4:25, 7:05, 9:45 p.m. Sat-

Mon: 11:05 a.m., 1:45, 4:25, 7:05, 9:45 p.m.

Iron Man 2 (PG-13) 1:10, 4:05, 7:00, 9:55 p.m.

Summer Series-My Dog Skip (PG) Wed & Thurs: 10 a.m.

Jonah Hex (PG-13) 7:45, 10:00 p.m.

Shrek Forever After (PG) 12:05, 2:25, 4:45 p.m.

O’Fallon 15 Cinema O’Fallon Listings for 7/2 through 7/6 The following movies are playing at the St. Clair Cinema. Call 1-800-FANDANGO Code 2404 for showtimes or visit on the Web at www.wehrenberg.com.

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Listings for 7/2 through 7/6 Grown Ups Rated PG-13, 1 hr 42 min 1 0 : 1 0 a . m . 11 : 1 5 a . m . ; 1 2 : 4 5 1:50 3:30 4:30 6:15 7:15 9:10 10:15 p.m.

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The Last Airbender Rated PG, 1 hr 43 min 1 0 : 4 5 a . m . , 11 : 4 5 a . m . ; 1 : 4 0

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Toy Story 3 in Disney Digital 3D Rated G, 1 hr 49 min 10:20 a.m.; 1:10 3:45 6:30 9:20 p.m.

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The Arts

Exploring the dark side

By DEBBIE SETTLE Of The Edge

Saint Louis Art Museum welcomes two new exhibits

F o r t h o s e o f y o u w h o a re educated and have a passion for art, please excuse the fact that I am a novice and eagerly learning as I go along.

I am sad to say that before I began writing for The Edge, my experience with the “art world” was limited. Not that I didn’t want to learn more, or that I don’t enjoy art, I just never took the time or made it a priority to educate myself or experience it.

Lately, with the help of a number of great local art venues, I have been growing in my appreciation for art of many different mediums.

I have learned what a passionate art community the metro area is, just by finding out how many art galleries and exhibitions there are.

The Saint Louis Art Museum and its great staff have patiently been holding my hand as I have taken that step forward to learn and experience art in ways I didn’t

even know existed. I am eagerly soaking up the wonderment of the artistic efforts created by artists past and present and gaining an appreciation for the talent, time and passion it takes to create and display the beautiful pieces viewers are privileged to experience.

The most recent exhibit openings at the Saint Louis Art Museum are “The Mourners-Tomb Sculptures from the Court of Burgundy” and “Bill Viola: Visitation.” The exhibits are now open and will run through Sept. 6.

“The Mourners,” 40 extraordinary alabaster sculptures forming a funeral procession that adorned the tomb of John the Fearless, Duke of Burgundy, depict personal responses to the Duke’s death. The exhibition gives museum visitors a rare opportunity to see some of the most extraordinary and important French sculptures from the later Middle Ages. The Saint Louis Art Museum is the second stop on the exhibition’s U.S. tour, organized by the Dallas Museum of Art and the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon, under the auspices of FRAME (French Regional and American Museum Exchange. It opened in March at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Inspired by similar examples of devotional art from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, celebrated video artist Bill Viola modernizes timeless themes of faith and sorrow, heaven and earth to stunning effect in “Visitation,” a 2008 video installation. The pairing of these two unique exhibitions will allow visitors to collapse time and connect 15th-Century mourning practices to 21st-Century attitudes toward life and death.

Admission to both exhibitions is $8 for adults, $6 for students and seniors, $4 for children 6 to 12, free for children younger than 6, free to members every day and free to all on Fridays.

Advance tickets for exhibitions are highly recommended and are now available at all MetroTix locations. Charge by phone at 314534-1111 or online at MetroTix. com. Tickets will also be available in person at the museum. Tickets purchased through MetroTix will incur a $2.75 service fee per ticket; the service fee is waived for tickets purchased at the museum.

The exhibitions are open Tuesday through Sunday at 10 a.m. To allow sufficient time for visitors to enjoy “The Mourners” and “Bill Viola:

Visitation,” the last ticket entry will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

On Friday, the last entry will be at 8 p.m. The museum is closed on Monday with the exception of Memorial Day and Labor Day. “The Mourners” and “Bill Viola: Visitation” will be on view in the Museum’s Main Exhibition Galleries through Labor Day, Sept.

6. The museum will be open on Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The accompanying catalogue, “The Mourners: Tomb Sculptures from the Court of Burgundy,” by Sophie Jugie is published by Yale University Press in association with the French Regional & American Museum Exchange (FRAME) and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, Dijon.

The 128-page catalogue is available in the Museum Shop in both softcover and hardcover.

Admission to the Saint Louis Art Museum is free to all every day.

For more information about the Saint Louis Art Museum, call 314721-0072 or visit www.slam.org.

Above, Bill Viola, American, born 1951; Visitation, 2008; Color High-Definition video on plasma display, stereo sound; Performers: Pam Blackwell, Weba Garretson; Photo: Kira Perov; Courtesy of the artist. At left, Jean de la Huerta (Daroca, active 1431–1462) and Antoine Le Moiturier (Avignon, c.1425–Dijon, after 1495); Mourner no. 45, bishop, 1443–56/57; alabaster; 17 5/16 x 7/8 x 5 11/16 inches; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Dijon; photo © FRAME (French Regional and American Museum Exchange) by Jared Bendis and François JAY.

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The Arts Artistic adventures The Arianna String Quartet announces 2010-11 St. Louis concert series The Arianna String Quartet (ASQ) has announced its 2010-11 St. Louis concert series.

Recognized as one of America’s finest chamber ensembles, the ASQ will perform four concerts – “Death and the Maiden,” “Arianna by Request,” “Quint-Essential!” with special guest pianist Anton Nel, and “Titans of Style” – in the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Theater at the Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Subscriptions are on sale now. Single tickets go on sale August 9.

The ASQ, comprised of violinists John McGrosso and David Gillham, violist Joanna Mendoza and cellist Kurt Baldwin, has been based in St. Louis since 2000 and is the quartetin-residence at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

“The Arianna’s audience has significantly expanded over the last couple of years, leading to full and enthusiastic houses,” said John Cattanach, managing director of the Touhill.

For the upcoming season, the ASQ has created the concert series with the connoisseur as well as the newcomer in mind. “Our goal

in programming is to present the powerfully expressive masterpieces of the quartet literature,” said ASQ cellist Kurt Baldwin, “while simultaneously keeping the concerts new and interesting for our audience.”

T h e A S Q k i c k s o ff i t s S t .

Louis series with “Death and the Maiden,” September 10, 2010. The evening celebrates quartets by three composers whose dramatic creations helped chart the course of classical music. Antonin Dvorak’s alluring String Quartet in E-flat Major, Op.51 presents a landscape of rolling beauty, filled with Czech folk music that sparks the imagination.

Dmitri Shostakovich’s Quartet No.7 expresses the breadth of life’s jagged emotional journey in this piece dedicated to the memory of his wife.

Franz Schubert’s tour de force, the Quartet in D minor, “Death and the Maiden,” closes the program with a musical drama that captures the power and fragility of the human experience.

“Arianna by Request,” October 29, 2010, the ASQ turns to its audience to choose the line up in this uniquely interactive concert experience. Inspired by the support of the hometown crowd, the ASQ compiled a list of 12 masterpieces from which concert-goers choose.

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On March 5, 2011, Anton Nel – one of the most cherished and celebrated pianist in the world – shares the stage with the ASQ for “QuintEssential!” This piano quintet gala concert showcases the power and intimacy of Dvorak, Elgar and Brahms. Anthony Tommasini of the New York Times hails Nel as, “An uncommonly elegant pianist.” The evening of three great piano quintets features Dvorak’s Piano Quintet in A Major, Op.81; Elgar’s Piano Quintet in A minor, Op.84; and Brahms’ Piano Quintet in F minor, Op.34.

The ASQ closes its 2010-11 St. Louis concert series with “Titans of Style,” May 6, 2011. It features three landmark quartets, whose innovative languages and styles forged new paths for musical expressivity.

Mozart’s Quartet in A Major, K.464, is a tonally adventuresome work that sets the stage for the future of classical music. As Mozart said about this work in 1785, “Look what I could produce, if only you were ready for it.” Bela Bartok’s groundbreaking Quartet No.5

introduces a new sonic world that shows the composer at the height of his compositional genius. Finally, Claude Debussy’s exhilarating Quartet in G minor takes listeners on a nuanced odyssey through French traditions, world cultures and Debussy’s compositional ingenuity.

“And as part of our Touhill concert series,” commented B a l d w i n , “ w e a re t h r i l l e d t o w e l c o m e t h e a w a rd - w i n n i n g Parker Quartet, January 28, 2011.

They are an exciting, superb group. Augmenting our series of concerts to include other quartets from around the country, especially groups as fine as the Parker, helps enhance our audience’s chamber music experience in St. Louis.”

Hailed by the New York Times as “something extraordinary” and by the Boston Globe for their “fiercely committed performances,” the Parker Quartet has rapidly distinguished itself as one of the preeminent ensembles of its generation. The Parker Quartet was awarded the prestigious 2009-2011 Cleveland Quartet Award. Given biennially

by Chamber Music America, this award honors and promotes a rising young string quartet whose artistry demonstrates that it is in the process of establishing a major career.

Each ASQ concert and The Parker Quartet is an E3! performance, Explore – Experience – Engage. E3! pre-show discussions, which begin 50 minutes prior to the performance, and post-show receptions are free to ticket holders.

The four-show ASQ subscription package is $95. The Parker Quartet special engagement can be added to the ASQ subscription package for $20.

Subscriptions for ASQ’s 2010-11 St. Louis concert series is on sale now. Single tickets go on sale August 9. They will be available at the Touhill Performing Arts Center Ticket Office; online at www.touhill. org; or by phone at 314-516-4949.

The Touhill’s Ticket Office is located at One University Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63121. All St. Louis area students receive a 10% discount on two tickets with their I.D. Group and senior discounts are also available.

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The Arts Arts calendar **If you would like to add something to our arts calendar, e-mail it to theedge@edwpub.net.

Thursday, July 1 • The Mourners: Tomb Sculpture from the Court of Burgundy and Bill Viola: Visitation, Summer Exhibits at St. Louis Art Museum, Forest Park • Vatican Splendors, Missouri History Museum, www. mohistory.org, Daily: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday: 10 a.m.8 p.m. To purchase tickets online: ticketmaster.com

Friday, July 2 • The Mourners: Tomb Sculpture from the Court of Burgundy and Bill Viola: Visitation, Summer Exhibits at St. Louis Art Museum, Forest Park • Vatican Splendors, Missouri History Museum, www.mohistory.org, Daily: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. To purchase tickets online: ticketmaster. com

Saturday, July 3 • The Mourners: Tomb Sculpture from the Court of Burgundy and Bill Viola: Visitation, Summer Exhibits at St. Louis Art Museum, Forest Park • Vatican Splendors, Missouri History Museum, www.mohistory.org, Daily: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. To purchase tickets online: ticketmaster. com

Sunday, July 4 • The Mourners: Tomb Sculpture from the Court of Burgundy and Bill Viola: Visitation, Summer Exhibits at St. Louis Art Museum, Forest Park • Vatican Splendors, Missouri History Museum, www. mohistory.org, Daily: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday: 10 a.m.8 p.m. To purchase tickets online: ticketmaster.com

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products available on the market. Don’t panic; start with your wants and needs concerning maintenance and cost. The more maintenance required, usually the less the cost. Conversely, the less maintenance the more cost. There are now wood products, composite products, and fully synthetic products on the market, and all of them have positives and negatives. The technology has advanced the synthetics considerably, where some look better than wood, and last longer than brick. You can continue to stain and waterproof every two years as suggested with most wood, or design with products that will only require occasional hosing off. Maintenance vs. cost, but keep in mind, synthetics holds their value longer.

Who do I call for a deck?

Be a detective! What you are looking for is a company that can design, construct, and stand behind their project. You also need someone who will inform you of various products that fit your wants. Someone who is proficient in the industry that is fully licensed, fully insured, and has experience necessary to complete the project on time and on budget.

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How to. . .

Choose where to take your stuff

Auctions are an option The auction center will take pictures of your items, and post them on various Web sites. One of the main Web sites is auctionzip.com.

In an economy where every dollar counts, consumers want to make sure that they get “all the bang for their buck” they can. So what do you do with all the stuff that has accumulated in the garage, attic, basement, closets, and under the bed ? As if you don’t have enough of your own stuff, you then acquire others stuff as well. Maybe your parents have passed on, or your aunt has left you a house and its contents. After you’ve gone through and determined what is sentimental and what is garbage, you still have items that you don’t have any room for. That’s where a consignment auction house comes into play. At first it will seem as though there is just a lot of work to be done, but when you’re finished, you’ll have a clutter free home and some extra cash to go out and buy some more stuff ! It’s very easy and painless.

The first step is to load up your items and take them to a local auction center. When you go to the auction center, they will tell you their commission structure. This is what percentage they will charge you to advertise, store and auction your items. Then they will look at your items, take an inventory and let you know when they can fit your items in the next auction. The auction center will take pictures of your items, and post them on various Web sites. One of the main Web sites is auctionzip. com. You can go there and find out about auctions that are running within a certain radius. Its important for the auction house to have various forms of advertising your items, that is how you get a wide audience of people with interest in your items. By having a lot of bidders to bid on your items, you will get the most money for your items. Another avenue for advertising is local newspapers. This is where many local people that frequent auctions go

to find out where and when the local auctions are going to be.

When it comes to the day of the auction, the auction house will set up your items in a manner to make sure that everything can be viewed by all that are attending. As the auctioneer gets to your items, they will be held up by a ring person and the bidding will begin. It is a very quick paced and exciting, people have to pay attention, because if they don’t they could miss their item in the blink of an eye. Sometimes auction goers attend specifically for one or two items so they need to stay focused.

After the auction has ended, the auction house is responsible for doing another inventory on the items that didn’t sell and letting you know how much money you made. Normally you are required to pick up the items that didn’t sell, however you can work that out with the auction house.

Some charge a disposal fee so you don’t have to come back and pick up the items. After the auction house takes their percentage, which varies by auction house, they will send you a check.

If you don’t have any interest in going and sorting through items, you can also call the auction house and they can come out and just offer a amount for what you have. Of course, this could be considerable less than taking the time to go through each individual box and assessing what “gems” you might have.

Whichever way you go, the end result is that you have gotten rid of all the extra clutter in your home and made a few extra dollars !!

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How to. . .

Tell the difference between a bank and a credit union Specific targets Most credit unions are organized to serve people in a particular community, group or groups of employees or members of an organization or association.

To join a credit union, you must be eligible for membership. Most credit unions are organized to serve people in a particular community, group or groups of employees or members of an organization or association.

Each institution decides who it will serve and the initial share deposit for membership.

A little history‌ President Roosevelt signed the Federal Credit Union Act in 1934, forming a national system to charter and supervise federal credit unions.

Since the signing of the act, credit unions have continued to steadily grow.

During the 1990s and into the 21st century, credit unions have been healthy and growing. Credit union failures are low and now there are almost 90 million members.

Is My Money Safer in a Bank or Credit Union?

Ask your credit union if your money is insured. Most credit unions are insured though the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).

A member who has share accounts in two or more different insured credit unions would have coverage up to the full insurable amount in each credit union.

Monies deposited in a bank are usually insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).

The FDIC preserves and promotes public confidence in the U.S. financial system by insuring deposits in banks; by identifying, monitoring and addressing risks to the deposit insurance funds; and by limiting the effect on the economy and the financial system when a bank fails.

Local Financial Institutions: Shop around. You won’t have to look far in Madison County.

Make a list of the things that are important to you and see how your financial institution stacks up.

BANKS: Generate profit for stockholders. Make decisions based on what will give stockholders more profit.

CREDIT UNIONS: Not for profit, not for charity, but for service. Decisions are based on what’s best for the members.

BANKS: Income is returned to the stockholders in the form of higher dividends on their shares of stock.

CREDIT UNIONS: Income is returned to members in the forms of better savings rates, lower loan rates, and low or no fees for services.

BANKS: The Board of Directors are paid a salary. Daily operations are performed by a paid staff.

CREDIT UNIONS: Unpaid volunteers from the membership serve as Board of Directors and guide the credit union. Daily operations are performed by a paid staff.

BANKS: Only people who own stock can vote for the Board of Directors.

The customers who use the bank don’t have a say.

CREDIT UNIONS: As owners, members elect fellow members to serve on the Board of Directors.

When you know the differences between banks and credit unions, you can make informed decisions about where to deposit your money.

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How to. . .

Decide when to upgrade heating and cooling system Efficiency at risk A poorly installed high efficient system can be less efficient than a properly installed standard system.

When should I replace my existing heating and cooling unit(s)? The time frame to replace an existing unit would be anywhere from 15-20 years old.

Also, when replacing a unit (heater or air conditioner), it’s not necessary to replace both units when just one fails. In most cases it depends on the age of the equipment, most often the air conditioner will fail before the furnace.

Choosing the correct company to install the equipment is just as important as choosing the right equipment. A poorly installed high efficient system can be less efficient than a properly installed standard system.

Many of the top name brands available have the same standard warranty.

When choosing higher end HVAC equipment, the warranty usually increases as well. This is an added bonus because the higher end equipment typically has more expensive parts. When your HVAC dealer is giving you an estimate, ask them “How much will it cost to repair this system in the event something should fail?” Typically the most expensive parts on a furnace are the electronics, i.e. the control board, and on the A/C typically it’s the compressor. You may also inquire about extended warranties the manufacture may offer. This extended warranty may also cover the labor as well.

Furnaces have different efficiency ratings which are indicated as a percentage, the higher the percentage, the more efficient the unit. Higher efficiency furnaces produce the same amount of heat as lower efficiency units of the same output BTU size. The difference is that the higher efficiency furnaces use less gas to do so, thereby saving you money.

A new tax credit is now available for home and commercial building owners who install geothermal heating and cooling systems through the Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008 (H.R. 1424). H.R. 1424 offers a onetime tax credit of 30% of the total investment for homeowners who install residential ground loop or ground water geothermal heat pumps Geo-thermal systems are a more economical and environmentally friendly alternative to heat and cool your home. Typically geo systems are more expensive to install initially due to the cost of the ground loop installation and the equipment cost 2-3 times that of a conventional system but will soon

pay for it self in utility savings. Not every home is suited for a geo system; ground loops are often times the problem. If your home sets on a smaller lot or on rocky soil, you may not have the available area to place the loops.

Installation is another factor when considering a new HVAC system.

Ask the contractor for a load calculation on your home. This will tell you how many BTU’s are required to heat and cool your home. Make sure they inspect your ductwork for possible air leaks and proper sizing, mismatched systems will cost you more to operate and can cause premature problems with the equipment.

With the air quality systems available today, you can do almost anything desired with your home. Please consider your living habits before you buy.

Spending hundreds on air purifiers to clean your air over a 2 to 3 day period can be undone as quickly as opening a window or door for 10 minutes and having to start all over again. Ask your contractor to give you information on different types of filtration systems, humidifiers and UV products.

Cost is another factor when deciding on a HVAC contractor and the equipment he will be selling you. It is best practice to get at least three estimates from HVAC dealers. Often, equipment will fail at the most inopportune times, when this happens it’s hard to resist the temptation to just say yes to the first estimate you get. Some contractors try to push you into purchasing their equipment right away; a reputable contractor will not be pushy and will give you the time needed to make an educated decision. Be cautious of the contractors willing to “give” you the air conditioner for “free” if you purchase the furnace. In reality you’re paying for the equipment it’s just hidden in the cost. Manufactures don’t give their equipment away to the dealer for free. Ask your HVAC dealer for references for past jobs. Ask the customer how well they liked the contractor, where they on-time, did they hold to the price they quoted. Call the Better Business Bureau and check into the contractors past to see if they have had any claims. Hopefully we have given you enough information to make you realize that brand alone is not as important as once thought.

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Travel

Jersey County Fair celebrates 141 years

Enjoy the flavor of the country in the country There’s nothing more beautiful than a day out with the family and some good old-fashioned fun at the Jersey County Fair. This year, the jersey County Fair will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Queen Pageant and “Beauty through the Ages” with eight days of festivities.

Tractors will be roaring, carnival lights will be glowing, food stands will be tempting and families will be having fun during the 141st Jersey County Fair, which will be held Saturday, July 10. through Sunday, July 18.

The fair will be conducted on the Jersey County Fairgrounds, north of Jerseyville on U.S. Highway 67. Free entertainment, grandstand events and carnival rides will run Tuesday, July 13, through Sunday, July 18, while harness racing and 4-H shows and events highlight activities earlier in the fair. General gate admission is $2 for adults and free for children 12 and younger. Parking is free. An ATM will be available on the festival grounds. Admission prices for the grandstand events vary.

New entertainment has been added to this year ’s fair line-up.

Take a walk on the wild side with amphibians, reptiles, mammals and everything in between at the Wild World of Animals show. Be entertained and educated at this high-energy show. Then, saddle up for a picture with Sancho, a real Texas longhorn weighing 2,000 lbs. with a longhorn curve that measures 122 & 15/16 inches.

The National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) Grand National Pull Tournament will kick off the fair ’s final weekend for the sixth consecutive year. These tricked-up tractors and trucks are loud, powerpulling machines. This year’s pull will feature three classes: 10,000 lb.

Pro Stock Tractors, 9,300 lb. Super Farm Tractors and 4-Wheel Drive Trucks on Friday, July 16. at 7 p.m.

Competitors from across the U.S. and Canada will compete for points to tally towards an NTPA Grand National Title in their division throughout the summer. Onlookers will see the industry’s toplevel pulling. Stick around after the NTPA pull for three more local classes. They include: 12,000 lb.

Open Farm Stock, 15,000 lb. Farm Stock and 21,000 lb. Farm Stock.

Tickets for Friday evening’s pulls are $13 for adults and $6 for children

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For the Intelligencer

The Illinois Tractor Pullers Association will compete at 5 p.m. on July 17. Get ready for some noise.

12 and under.

Families and friends will line State Street to watch the Jersey County Fair Parade on Tuesday, July 13 at 6 p.m. This year’s parade grand marshals will lead the parade down State Street as participants express this year’s theme, “Beauty through the Ages,” which celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Queen Pageant.

Local talent is sure to impress judges and grandstand audiences Tuesday, July 13. at 8:15 p.m. during the annual Fair Talent Competition.

Contestants will compete for the Junior and Senior Division Titles, and winners will compete in the state competition.

New fair queens will be crowned during the 50th Jersey County Queen Pageant Wednesday, July 14. at 7 p.m. Grandstand tickets for the Talent Competition and Queen Pageant are $5 for adults and $2 for children 12 and younger. Track seats are $6.

Bucking bulls and brave riders

will thrill the grandstands crowd Thursday, July 15. during the Bull Riders of American Sanctioned Bull Ride. The competition starts at 7 p.m. D Bar D Rodeo Company “ R a n k P e n ” To u r 2 0 1 0 f ro m Elseberry, Mo. will host this year’s sanctioned bull ride. Contestants from eight different states, from the ages of 16 to 35, will compete for cash prizes and valuable points for the finals at the end of the season.

Tickets for the bull ride are $8 for adults and $3 for children 12 and younger.

Illinois Tractor Pullers Association (ITPA) and local truck drivers will rev-up fans Saturday, July 17. at 6 p.m. Classes will include 8,000 lb. Pro Stock Diesel Trucks; 5,500 lb. Classic Tractors; 1,800 lb. Mini Rods; 5,800 lb. Modified Trucks and Jersey County 4WD Stock Truck Pull. Grandstand and infield tickets are $8 for adults and $3 for children 12 and younger. The weekend of pulling events will conclude with the Antique Tractor Pull on Sunday,

July 18 at 9 a.m.

The dirt will be flying on Sunday, July 18, 2010 as the fair comes to a close with the ever-popular Demolition Derby at 6 p.m. Fans of all ages can cheer on their favorite drivers and watch until the last car is left standing.

Come out early because the grandstands are always full for the fair ’s closing event. Grandstand and infield tickets for the Derby are $9 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under.

Throughout the week, other exciting events will be held.

Harness races will take the track on Saturday, July 10. and Sunday, July 11. at 1:30 p.m. Children can explore fun rides during allnight carnival rides, which begin Tuesday, July 13 and continue through Sunday, July 18 from 6 11 p.m. On July 13, 14, 15 and 18, armbands for carnival rides will be available for $18 each. July 16 & 17 armbands for all-night rides will be $20 each. A free petting zoo will

offer up-close animal experiences starting Tuesday evening from 6 to 10 p.m. During tractor pull nights, youngsters can participate in a Kid’s Fun Pedal Tractor Pull with prelims on Friday, July 16 at 6 p.m. and the championship set for Saturday, July 17 at 6 p.m.

Local farmers and young exhibitors will continue the fair ’s livestock show tradition. Events include: the Rabbit Show at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 10, the 4-H Livestock Show Monday, July 12, at 8 a.m., the Sheep Show Tuesday, July 13, at 8 a.m., the Beef Show Wednesday, July 14, at 8 a.m., the Section 15 Vo-Ag Fair Thursday, July 16, at 8:30 a.m., the Swine Show at 8 a.m. and the Dairy Show 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 17, the Goat Show at 9 a.m. and the Western Horse Show at 10 a.m. on Sunday, July 18.

For more information on event pricing or general fair information, visit www.JerseyCountyFair.com or call 618-498-5848. After July 2, call the fair office at 618-498-3422.

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Family

. . . and the rockets’ red glare Make safety a priority when celebrating the Fourth of July

By DEBBIE SETTLE Of The Edge Just the smell of fireworks smoke takes me back to a time when about two weeks before the Fourth of July, the fireworks sales tents were raised and the begging began, driving my parents nuts to stop and get my siblings and myself some firecrackers.

After much begging, eventually my p a re n t s w o u l d re l e n t a n d w e w o u l d buy one package of firecrackers, which my mom would evenly divide up into sandwich bags and hand them out to each of us (there were three of us). Once your supply was gone, it was gone. So we carefully selected just the right moments and places to blow up our sacred firecrackers, attempting to make them last as long as possible.

Although my parents explained the safety measures and threatened to take away our treasured pyrotechnics, we still held the firecrackers in our hands at times, lit them and threw them. Sometimes even at each other. More than once I had one blow up in my hand or very close to me, meaning my hands had burns and my ears rang for hours. I would hide the burns and not tell why I could not hear, otherwise the boom would be lowered and my fireworks would go in the trash.

Since that time, fireworks have evolved to some extent, but actually used to be even louder and stronger during that time, and even before. My dad told many stories about “real cherry bombs” and “M-80s” that he would blow up as a kid and they would literally leave holes in the ground.

Imagine what they would do to your fingers or your hearing.

I also remember a time when a couple o f m y m a l e c o u s i n s c a m e h o m e f ro m an afternoon of hanging out with their teenage friends and were covered with b l i s t e r s a n d b l a c k s o o t f ro m h a v i n g “Roman” candle fights. This is a method where the participants hold the Roman candle in their hand, ignite it, and hold it

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in the direction of the opposition, trying to hit them with the colored “fire balls” that come flying out the lit end. This was considered good times.

According to the National Council on F i re w o r k s S a f e t y, i n j u r i e s a n d d e a t h s due to fireworks-related accidents have decreased since 2008.

Maybe because many local laws have been changed, making it illegal to buy, sell or ignite fireworks in many communities.

Although it seems that on each Fourth of July, those laws are overlooked a bit and consumers seem to still be able to purchase and set off fireworks without too much interference by local officials.

Another reason for the decrease may be the increased availability of public displays. Many cities, towns and villages offer fantastic displays that are much more satisfying than the $30 display that my family used to afford.

Most displays allow families to bring their own seating arrangements, food and beverages and some even provide concessions and activities for kids before the big display. This seems to be the best way to enjoy the festivities without spending a fortune or ending up in the emergency room.

If your children or your family chooses to create your own fireworks display or

just shoot off some day time firecrackers or bottle rockets, it is still so important to remember the safety tips offered by the National Council on Fireworks Safety.

First, use fireworks outdoors only. This may seem to be a given, but with children or teenage boys (especially) you just can’t assume they know better.

Obey local laws. If fireworks are not legal where you live, do not use them. If you decide to risk violating these laws, be prepared for the consequences.

Only use fireworks as intended. Don’t try to alter them or combine them. I know it is tempting to blow up that entire brick of firecrackers at once, but the force it causes is extremely dangerous to viewers and property.

Never re-light a “dud” firework. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket.

That $5.95 you just wasted is still worth much less than one of your fingers or an eye.

Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Have a “designated shooter.” This doesn’t mean have the kind of “shooter” they serve in the bar, it means let someone who has not been drinking be the one to light the fireworks.

Always have water handy. (A hose or bucket). For obvious reasons.

Most of these safety tips are just common sense. Something I didn’t see listed in their suggestions was to not hold a firework when lighting. The wicks are unreliable and can burn down in a split second. This is speaking from experience.

If you would like more information a b o u t f i r e w o r k s s a f e t y, v i s i t w w w. fireworksafety.com.

Have a great and safe Fourth of July holiday.

Editor ’s note: the following fireworks are permitted for private use in Illinois – sparklers, snake/glow worm pellets, smoke devices, trick noisemakers, and plastic or paper caps. These fireworks are illegal unless used with a permit: firecrackers, torpedoes, bottle rockets, skyrockets, roman candles, and bombs.

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Dining Delights

r e m Cocktai Sum ls Stir up a good time

By DEBBIE SETTLE Of The Edge With pool parties, block parties, nights on the patio and other great summer activities going on, be creative and try some different cocktails to share with family and friends.

There is nothing more refreshing that an ice cold cocktail garnished with some fresh mint or fresh fruit.

Here are some great recipes to get you started on your cocktail experiments.

Midori Float

By Michael Malone Texas 1 parts Midori Melon Liqueur 3/4 parts Rum (orange flavored) 2 parts Pineapple juice 1/4 part Cranberry Juice Half a scoop of Lemon sorbet muddled Juice of half a Lime Garnish: Slice of Pineapple Pour all ingredients into a shaker and shake to froth. Pour over ice and garnish with pineapple wedge and a scoop of lemon sorbet.

This frothy cocktail muddles the flavors of lemon sorbet, yubari melon, pineapple, cranberry and rum to create the ultimate

poolside drink.

The burst of melon flavor and vibrant green color in the cocktail comes from Midori, which means “green” in Japanese. The melon flavor in Midori is derived from the Yubari Melon, a rare and expensive melon that comes from the Yubari region of Japan.

Chaniwa 1 part Zen Green Tea Liqueur ¼ parts Banana Liqueur 1 part Light Rum 2 Scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream 2 Biscuits Banana Slices for Garnish Matcha Powder for Garnish Mix green tea liqueur, banana liqueur, rum, and ice cream in a blender until smooth. Break biscuits into pieces, add, and stir. Pour into a chilled martini glass. Place a few banana slices on top and sprinkle with matcha powder.

Serve with a spoon.

Corzo Basilica Mexicana 1 1/2 parts Corzo Reposado Tequila 1/2 part Green Chartreuse 1/4 part Agave Nectar 1 thin slice jalapeno pepper 1/2 part fresh lime juice 3 large basil leaves

Process: In a mixing glass, muddle the pepper and basil in the agave nectar and lime juice. Add remaining ingredients and shake well with ice. Strain over ice into a rocks glass.

Garnish: basil leaf “flag” and jalapeno pepper.

The herbal liqueur is named after a monastery located in the mountains of France.

It is the original “made by monks” liquor that started the European liquor fad in the 1800s.

The Mexican element comes from the use of the country’s most prized spirit – tequila.

The agave nectar, jalapeno and Mexican flag inspired garnish also add a patriotic touch.

The Corzo Bliss 2 parts Corzo Silver Tequila 3/4 parts Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur 5 one-inch chunks of watermelon 5-7 mint leaves Process: In a mixing glass, muddle the watermelon and mint. Then add remaining ingredients and shake well with ice. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Garnish: watermelon cube and mint leaves.

Make sure to drink responsibly, never drink and drive, and enjoy!

At left, the Midori Float. Above, the Chaniwa. At right, the Corzo Basilica Mexicana.

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Dining Delights

Tips on handling that fresh produce Slaws and salads offer cool summer alternatives NEW YORK (AP) – Right about now farmers market devotees start coming home with more than they know what to do with, simply because it’s all so beautiful.

But an unusually good crop of produce-centered cookbooks offers inventive ways to use the bounty to its best advantage.

Susie Middleton’s “Fast, Fresh and Green” injects your cooking with a little “Huah!!” and offers a strategy for decoding and deploying a greater variety of vegetables.

Built around foundation recipes for eight different cooking techniques such as grilling, roasting and sauteing, the book teaches home cooks how to handle different vegetables, and then offers suggestions for enlivening them. Roasted cauliflower gets a M o ro c c a n f e e l f ro m o r a n g e zest and olives and the simple sassy slaw strikes a Southwest note with lime, cilantro and Serrano peppers (technique: N o C o o k i n g ) . G re a t b o o k f o r vegephobics or people stuck in a steamed broccoli rut.

“Cooking from the Garden” by Ruth Lively features more than 200 recipes that aim to move the greens from your backyard to your table with minimal fuss.

With the big, blocky look of an elementary school textbook, the b o o k o ff e r s q u i c k , c o m f y f a re like tomatoes in shallot-flavored c re a m ( c o o k i n g t i m e a b o u t 5 minutes), stir-fried shrimp with asparagus, and chicken pot pie with rosemary biscuits. Home g a rd e n e r s w i l l a p p re c i a t e t h e section on turning your piles of borage and lemon verbena into herbal teas.

To a n s w e r t h e i n e v i t a b l e “But what do you do with it?” that comes after discovering some new treat at the market, Sur L a Ta b l e ’ s “ E a t i n g L o c a l ” i n g e n i o u s l y o rg a n i z e s re c i p e s a c c o rd i n g t o i n g re d i e n t . F a v a beans? Toss them with corn and bacon for a smoky succotash.

Kohlrabi? Saute with butter and dill.

Enticing preparations will also get you over the hump of making the same things over a n d o v e r. B e e t s j o i n u p w i t h t a h i n i f o r a r i c h , c re a m y d i p , while their tops are sauteed and served with whipped feta. The book gets a big dose of soul — and a warm fuzzy feeling about eating local — from lushly photographed farmer profiles.

Cathy Thomas’ “Melissa’s Everyday Cooking with Organic Produce” also is organized by ingredient, but caters to broader

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tastes. Created by Melissa’s Wo r l d Va r i e t y P r o d u c e , o n e of the country’s leading distributors, recipes such as chicken breast with apricots and green bean casserole hit a comforting note. Packed with nutritional information, tips on selecting and storing produce, and discussions of different varieties this is a handy, general g u i d e f o r a l l t h i n g s f ru i t a n d vegetable.

Several single-subject books let cooks plow the produce into t h e i r p a s s i o n s . I n “ To m a t o , ” heirloom guru Lawrence Davis-Hollander showcases the sultry balance of sweet and acid in summer ’s most eagerly a w a i t e d f ru i t w i t h m o re t h a n 1 5 0 re c i p e s f ro m w e l l - k n o w n chefs, including Daniel Boulud, A l i c e Wa t e r s a n d D e b o r a h M a d i s o n. Standards like fried green tomatoes and traditional marinara sauce mingle with Middle Eastern “pizza” spiked with allspice and rabbit paella bursting with heirlooms. Tarts s t a c k e d w i t h o r a n g e , y e l l o w, red and green gems are the s t u ff o f b a k e r y w i n d o w s . A n indispensable guide for tomato lovers.

And lest you think salad is boring, chef Andrew Swallow’s “Mixt Salads” offers innovative flavor and texture combinations t h a t p ro p e l t h e g e n re b e y o n d a bowl of cold vegetables.

Organized according to season, a spring salad of English peas and morels gets goosed up with watercress and aged sherry vinegar. And perhaps summer ’s most seductive salad is a

gentle cascade of lamb’s lettuce caressed by floral lychees and the fresh, green essence of cucumbers.

For your sweet tooth, “Farmers’ Market Desserts”

by Jennie Schacht offers more t h a n 5 0 re c i p e s f o r a l l t h o s e berries, plums and peaches.

Amid traditional recipes for pies and buckles, surprises like easy chocolate cherry cupcakes frosted with chocolate s o u r c re a m i c i n g a n d c h i l l e d plum soup with sour cream give summer ’s candy a shows t o p p i n g t w i s t . Wi t h r e c i p e s for petite salted caramel apples and ginger pear skillet cake, the book will also take you into autumn and throughout the year.

When you’re feeling whimsical a n d I t a l i a n , “ R e c i p e s f ro m a n Italian Summer” is a massive tome from the publishers of “The Silver Spoon.” The book conjures picnics and countryside m e a l s . A ru s t i c v e g e t a b l e t a r t packs in summer ’s bountiful Swiss chard, spinach, zucchini and leeks, and a cold corn and mozzarella salad contrasts crunchy green peppers with springy cheese and sweet corn.

As with most of Phaidon’s books, head notes telling users what to expect from each recipe are absent, but stick with ingredients you like and experiment.

••• “ F a s t , F re s h a n d G re e n ” b y Susie Middleton (Chronicle Books, 2010) “ C o o k i n g f ro m t h e G a rd e n ”

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2010) “Eating Local,” Sur La Table w i t h J a n e t F l e t c h e r ( A n d re w s McMeel, 2010) “Melissa’s Everyday Cooking with Organic Produce” by Cathy Thomas (Wiley Hardcover, 2010) “ To m a t o : A F re s h - f ro m - t h e Vi n e C o o k b o o k ” b y L a w re n c e Davis-Hollander (Storey Publishing, 2010) “Mixt Salads” by Andrew S w a l l o w w i t h A n n Vo l k w e i n (Ten Speed Press, 2010) “Farmers’ Market Desserts” b y J e n n i e S c h a c h t ( C h ro n i c l e Publishing, 2010) “Recipes From an Italian Summer,” (Phaidon Press, 2010) SIMPLE, SASSY SLAW Start to Finish: 40 minutes (10 minutes active) Servings: 4 1/2 small head savoy cabbage, cored and thinly sliced 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions, whites and greens 1 tablespoon sour cream 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon minced Serrano pepper (optional) 2 to 3 tablespoons toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds) (optional) In a medium bowl, combine the cabbage, lime juice, sugar and salt. Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

A d d t h e c i l a n t ro , s c a l l i o n s , s o u r c r e a m a n d p e p p e r, i f using. Stir and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes.

Sprinkle with toasted pepitas, if using.

Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 53 calories; 30 calories from fat; 3 g fat (1 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 3 mg cholesterol; 5 g carbohydrate; 2 g protein; 1 g fiber; 248 mg sodium.

(Recipe from Susie M i d d l e t o n ’ s “ F a s t , F re s h a n d Green,” Chronicle, 2010) CORN AND MOZZARELLA SALAD Start to Finish: 10 minutes Servings: 6 15 1/2-ounce can corn kernels, drained and rinsed 3 large tomatoes, peeled and diced 12-ounce ball mozzarella cheese, diced 2 celery stalks, chopped 1 j a r re d g re e n b e l l p e p p e r, packed in olive oil, drained and cut into strips 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and ground black pepper, to taste W h i t e w i n e v i n e g a r, f o r drizzling In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes, mozzarella, celery and bell pepper. Add the oil, season with salt and pepper, then drizzle with vinegar. Stir well.

Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 233 calories; 88 calories from fat; 10 g fat (1 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 9 mg cholesterol; 16 g carbohydrate; 21 g protein; 5 g fiber; 663 mg sodium.

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$39,995 $27,995 $28,112 $17,490 $24,690 $12,950 $19,995 $12,495 $44,795 $40,095 $40,095 $37,755 $37,325 $20,495 $27,995 $22,995 $4,999 $41,950 $4,295 $35,995 $23,995 $12,500 $27,999 $38,950

B2562 T2145B K217B X5272A J84008A 8564-1 T2134B 5933 5219 5218 5235 5223 5209 19781A 7909 T2208A 7351 8504 5869 B2510 19146B 5960 8104 116065-1

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Rondo SEDONA SORENTO

2007 2007 2006

$10,995 23289A $11,890 C80045A $12,995 536852

LR3 Range Rove Range Rove

2007 2008 2008

$32,950 8641 $67,950 8640 $49,950 8636

Altima Altima Altima Frontier Maxima Maxima Murano Rogue Rogue Versa Versa

2009 2008 2005 2007 2009 2006 2006 2008 2008 2009 2008

$16,995 $16,999 $8,977 $23,777 $25,333 $15,995 $23,977 $20,995 $19,977 $12,995 $11,944

ES 330 GS IS 250 LS LS 460 RX RX 350 SC 430

2005 2006 2006 2003 2007 2001 2008 2006

Call Call Call $17,900 $44,950 $14,295 $30,950 Call

Bravada INTRIGUE

1999 2001

$5,995 $3,495

4571A 197957

280z

1978

$7,995

6834

6984 8062 4568 113128-2 Y510 8551 Y507 7142 V100396B Y533 8544-1 7144 8155 7938 8554 1398A T2008A 23368A 8552 Y489 8410-1

R1634 P7718 8067 P7715 P7713 8087A C80048A 6620 P7662A 23238A 7597 P7644

$38,990 P1590

Call $11,995 $5,995 Call $14,777 $19,950 $13,977 $16,495 $11,577 $15,777 $26,950 Call $11,999 $3,999 $22,950 $10,995 $8,995 $34,995 $25,950 $17,577 $19,950

$12,944 $34,995 Call $30,995 $23,995 Call $17,995 $15,500 $11,241 $6,995 $1,999 Call

1999

2008 2005 2000 1993 2007 2007 2007 2009 2006 2009 2008 2007 2005 2000 2007 2004 2004 2009 2007 2006 2005

2003 2009 2007 2009 2007 2006 2007 2004 2003 2001 1996 2009

PROWLER

Accord Accord Accord Accord Accord Cpe Accord Sdn Accord Sdn Civic Civic Cpe Civic Sdn CR-V CR-V CR-V CR-V Odyssey Odyssey Odyssey Pilot Pilot Pilot S2000

Aviator MKS MKX MKZ MKZ Navigator TOWN CAR Town Car Town Car Town Car Town Car Town Car S

6 CX-7 MAZDA3 MAZDA3 MAZDA3i MAZDA6 MX-5 Miata TRIBUTE

2009 2008 2008 2006 2007 2007 2007 2005

$18,233 $19,950 $11,577 $11,995 $10,995 $13,995 $13,500 $9,995

P7681 8327-1 Y519 15158A 19381A 1396A 7907 m63804

380 Series C230 CL-Class CLK-Class E350 S-Class S55

1982 2002 2006 2008 2006 2008 2003

$10,950 $6,999 $54,950 $42,950 $24,900 Call $31,995

Cougar GRAND MARQ Grand Marq Grand Marq GRAND MARQ Grand Marq

1969 2009 2009 2008 2003 2000

Call $18,995 Call Call $10,990 Call

Firebird Firebird G5 G5 G5 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 G6 Grand Am Grand Am Grand Prix GRAND PRIX Grand Prix Grand Prix Grand Prix GTO Montana SV SUNFIRE Torrent Vibe VIBE Vibe

2002 1998 2009 2009 2008 2010 2010 2010 2010 2010 2009 2009 2009 2009 2009 2009 2008 2008 2008 2006 2004 2002 2007 2006 2005 2004 1997 2006 2006 2005 2006 2009 2008 2005

$12,995 $7,995 $14,080 $11,995 $13,580 $19,995 $18,995 $17,995 $16,995 $15,995 $17,995 $16,995 $14,995 $14,995 $13,995 $12,995 $15,900 $12,995 $12,995 $10,995 $8,995 $4,995 $14,995 $12,995 $8,994 $10,995 $4,994 $19,990 $13,994 $6,995 Call $13,995 Call Call

911 Carrer

2000

$28,950 8348-2

JEEP 7922 244287 421804 T2186B P1570 J84019A 113104-1 D81017A J86046A J81018A X5338 222721 J93012A D84045A J85047A 8454-1 J139C 8615 P1606 15157

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HUMMER H3

2006

$15,500 7944

Elantra Santa Fe SANTE FE Sonata Sonata SONATA Tucson

2006 2004 2004 2009 2009 2006 2005

Call $9,914 $9,995 $13,995 Call $10,995 $10,117

3013 Auto Inc

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Jack Schmitt Ford Lincoln Mercur Jack Schmitt Ford Lincoln Mercur Car Company of Freeburg Ackerman Toyota Crossroad Motors Car Company of Freeburg Jack Schmitt Ford Lincoln Mercur

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INFINITI G35

2007

$26,995 7512

July 1, 2010

Crossroad Motors

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Dealer

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Cayenne

2008

$61,999 8123

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2000

$3,999

8102

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2009 2009 2008 2009

$12,995 $27,995 $18,995 $17,995

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2008 2006 2008

$15,995 7747 $11,995 23411A $13,995 15212

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2008

$9,950

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2007 2006 2000 2009 2005 2003 1994 2007 2007 2007 2005 1997 2010 2008 2006 2009 2009 2007 2009 2005 2001 2009 2007 2010 2008 2008

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15214 7150 23177A 15080 393725 23162A R1609-1 D84146A 23222A V100454A 7696 7786 15199 19584A 23359A 22447A 15098 15204 15187 7941 8113 23214A 15044 5194A 15175 R1612

Ackerman Toyota Crossroad Motors Ackerman Toyota Ackerman Toyota Car Company of Freeburg Ackerman Toyota Four Flags Motors Pontiac Buick Royal Gate Dodge of Columbia Ackerman Toyota Bommarito Volkswagen of St Loui Crossroad Motors 3013 Auto Inc Ackerman Toyota Steve Schmitt Buick GMC Ackerman Toyota Ackerman Toyota Ackerman Toyota Ackerman Toyota Ackerman Toyota 3013 Auto Inc 3013 Auto Inc Ackerman Toyota Ackerman Toyota Beiermann Buick Pontiac GMC Ackerman Toyota Four Flags Motors Pontiac Buick

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Scooter

2008

$5,995

6935A

Beetle Beetle Beetle CC CC Eos Eos Eos GTI

2008 2000 1972 2009 2009 2008 2007 2007 2007

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2007 2006 2010 2008 2007 2007 2007 2006 2006 2005 1999 2007 2007 2006 2004 2009 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2006 2006 2007 2007 2005 2008 2008 2007 2009 2009 2009 2009 2006 2006 2009 2009

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C70 S60

2007 2007

$29,950 8593 $20,950 113117-1

SAAB 3013 Auto Inc

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41 years of loyal service and low prices! Campers, utility trailers, pre-owned golf carts, RV parts & assy’s. Your Jayco dealer is at Rt. 40 E. of Vandalia @Bluff City 618-283-4396 or www.midstatecampersales.com

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Closed bid auction 1986 Ford F350 reg cab and chassis460ci gas 4bbl 4x4. 10,850 miles, automatic trans, alum wheels, 8800gvw, winch bumper. Send bids to Hamel Fire Dept, Box 371, Hamel, IL. 62046 by 7-09-10. May be seen during Mon PM fire drills. Reserve right to reject bids.

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ATTENTION COLLEGE STUDENTS & 2010 HS Grads $15 base-appt, FT/PT schedules, sales/svc, no exp nec, all ages 17+, conditions apply 618-307-4437 MEDICAL CODING TRAINING Medical Billing Solutions, Inc. is offering a course designed to help prepare students for the CPC exam. Classes will be held July-December on Tuesday evenings beginning at 5:30pm at Anderson Hospital. Learn medical terminology, ICD-9 coding, CPT coding, HCPCS coding from a CPC certified instructor for just $2500! Class size is limited. Call for further information. 618-593-3750 Stylist & Massage Therapist.

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Therapist / Medicare Appeals Analyst National Co. has immediate local opening for a Medical Appeals Analyst. Candidate must possess a PT-PTA-OTCOTA-SLP license and at least 1yr exp w/medical appeals.

Good phone communication skills, attention to details and ability to work in a team environment is a necessity. Must be self-starter w/strong MS-Office exp. Competitive salary/bnft pkg. Only resumes with salary history will be accepted. Email: hr4118@yahoo.com or Fax 847-881-9640.

CARRIER NEEDED! Rt 20— Newspaper carrier needed in the area of Hadley Ave, Franklin Ave, Bollman Ave, Harrison St, Lindenwood St, Madison Ave, Montclaire Ave, Roanoke in Edwardsville. 41 newspapers on this route. Papers need to be delivered by 5:00 p.m.

Monday thru Friday and by 8:30 a.m. Saturdays. If you are interested in this route, please call the Intelligencer at 6564700 ext. 40.

Pets

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Bed - Queen PillowTop Mattress AMAZING CAT free-to-goodSet, NEW, in the plastic, $200 home. Housebroken, good with (618) 772-2710 Can Deliver children.

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FOR SALE: Oak computer desk w/matching chair and 3 FREE to good home: Pet shelf bookcase. $225/OBO. RABBIT, small male, light618-635-8726 after 4pm. brown. 618/633-2647

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Carrier Routes 401 Buick-GMC Truck $14,900 • 09 Chevy Impala LT 344-0121 www.laurabuick.com

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Girl’s 5-piece wood BEDROOM SET, in good condition. $350.

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Trucks, Vans, & SUV's Buick-GMC Truck $19,900 • 09 Impala LTZ Sunroof 344-0121 www.laurabuick.com ----------------------------------------

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Men’s/3X LEATHER-COAT, FranklinAllen/black, about-knee-length: w/zip-off warm-lining/hood.

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Reduce wrinkles w/BIG-&TALL/PLUSSIZE HANGERS! New/strong/flocked, 20.75”wide —$37.50/set of 25.

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Houses For Rent

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SONY Hi-Fidelity stereo system Tuner/Double Tape Deck/5 CD- 1BR, 2BA, $650/mo. $650 dep., carousel—plus—sub-woofer 805 Hillsboro, Edw.,on bike trail. speaker—$100. 656-6569. finshd bsmt, 2 car gar. No pets.

Upholstered chairs 1@$20; Agent owned. 618/520-2813 1@$40; BACK PACK 2 Edw. homes, quiet nghbrhd. w/wheels—$20. DOG BED— 1134 Prickett Ave 2BD1BA $700 $15. (618)254-0882. + dep; 1137 Prickett Ave 2BD Whirlpool electric dryer, works 1BA, lawncare incld $750 + dep No pets/no smoking, cr ck rqrd. great. $75. 618-830-1661.

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3BR, 1BA, Edw.: 1-car det. gar., fully renovated, unfin. bsmt.; avail. now. $975/mo., $1500 deposit. No pets. 618/962-6942 4 BD (3bd up, 1bd dwn w/adtl room) 2bth, Edw. Many new updates. carport, enclosed front porch. $1190mth. 618-307-4876

CREATIVE FLAIR! Phillips Furniture in Edwardsville seeks high-energy room consultant/ sales with creative flair, an eye for color and a genuine desire to help our customers create the home of their dreams. Do you love people, listen well, and welcome a challenge? We want you! Exc. Benefits Inc. 401(k)

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Classified Houses For Rent

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Apts, Duplexes, & Homes Visit our website www.glsrent.com 656-2230

Apts/Duplexes For Rent

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2 BRs, Glen Cbn., Cottonwood Sub., w/d hk-ups, APTS starting at $625, TH $675, LOFT $685, (618)346-7878 www.osbornproperties.com

3 BDRM 1.5 BTH, non-smoking, no pets, W/D hook up. Must Newer private, wooded home, have proof of FT employment Glen Carbon. 4 Bedrooms, 3 $1050/mo incls water 692-1009.

Baths, 3-car garage. $2,000/ mo. Ag. owned. 618/530-4044 3BR, 2BA: Recently built upgraded Villa 223 H St, Edw, Private home in the country, lrg lndry rm, gar .,unf bsmt, No rms, 2 BR, 1.5 BA, 2 car gar, pets $1300mo 618.520.9541 w/d hook-up, fireplc, hrdwd flrs, yr lease, $900/mo. incl wtr/swr. Available Now- 2 Bdrm townAvailable Now 314/574-3858 homes and duplexes at Cherry Hills Properties in E’ville! 618692-9310 Ask about our Crazy Apts/Duplexes Specials.

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Edwardsville - Silver Oaks II LUXURY 2 Bedroom W/ Garage, Sec Sys, Fitness Center, $790/mo.

Immediate Availability (618)830-2613 www.vgpart.com

1BR loft: walk to downtwn Edw.! off-st. parking; w/frig, stve, trsh/ water; avail 07/01; no pets. $600mo $600dep 314/574-3858 2 BDRM APTS near SIUE: W/D $675 & $625 /per mo, W/D. NO pets/ NO smoking 972-3715.

2 BEDROOM apartment in Glen Carbon. W/D hookups. $700per month. 618-975-0975.

Collinsville/Maryville-Hwy. 159 Up to 3200 sq. ft., starting at $610/mo. (618) 346-7878 www.osbornproperties.com

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FOX CREEK GOLF COURSE 1/2 to 1 &1/2 Acre Lots Available Build that home you always wanted in the beautiful setting.

Minutes from Edwardsville and short drive to St. Louis FOX CREEK REALTY INC 618-692-4207

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OPEN HOUSE, SUN., JUNE 27 3:00-4:30 PM 57 LUCINDA, GLEN CARBON 3 BDR/2 BATH w/ updated interior w/paint, carpet, & refinished hardwood floors. Updated bath w/ double bowl vanity. Kitchen w/ lots of cabinets, family room w/ wood burning fireplace & french doors to patio. Full bsmnt. $159,900 CALL JILL CUMMINGS 978-5953

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OPEN HOUSE, SUN., JUNE 27 1:00-3:00 PM 108 COUNTRY CLUB VIEW UNIT 3, EDWARDSVILLE Directions: 270-157 Country Club - Lett on Country Club View. $337,500 CALL ANGIE GRECO 789-7776

OPEN HOUSE, SUN., JUNE 27 3:30-4:30 PM 3534 STAUNTON ROAD, EDWARDSVILLE Directions: East on Goshen to North on Staunton. $399,900

OPEN HOUSE, SUN., JUNE 27 1:00-3:00 PM 433 CARROLL, GRANITE CITY Directions: HWY 162 to Emerald Meadows Subdivision.

Turn left at stop signe on Emerald Way West to Carroll.

Turn right on Carroll. $214,900 CALL LINDA RAYHO 779-2980

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5047 SHAW ROAD, BUNKER HILL 3 BEDROOM BRICK RANCH with full basement on 6.5 country acres! Fish or float in your own stocked pond!

Fenced pasture. Fruit trees. Quality construction. This IMMACULATE home is MOVE-IN READY. $179,900 CALL SUSAN LANDING 618-779-7777

176 MERIDIAN ROAD, GLEN CARBON VERY NICELY MAINTAINED 3 bed/2 bath ranch on a large shady lot. Edwardsville school district. $188,000 CALL MARY JANE COLLINS 210-8061

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1520 BRYANT, EDWARDSVILLE VERY LRG OPEN ROOMS in this nice 2 bdrm home.

French doors lead from kitchen to deck. Privacy fenced backyard. Beautifully landscaped. Lrg 2-car garage.

Close and easy access to bike trails. $137,900 CALL RYAN HIGH 889-1777

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Sale/lease: 81 wooded ac., new 56’x30’ cabin, Hamilton Co.: Great hunting: huge bucks; food plots, stands. 618/322-7757

300 S. CHARLES, EDWARDSVILLLE CHARMING BRICK HOME IN DESIRABLE STEINMEYER! Large family rm with gas fireplace. 3 bedroom/2 bath on a corner lot. Many updates. Attic area could be finished for more living space $159,900 CALL DEBBIE BURDGE 531-2787

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757 BOULEVARD DE CANNES, EDWARDSVILLE WITH A GORGEOUS in-ground pool & covered sunroom, this lakeview home offers an open floor plan w/hardwood & ceramic floors. The finished LL includes a 3/4 bath & large family room. Enjoy all of this & a private back yard. Rural Development Qualified. $209,900

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OPEN HOUSE, SUN., JUNE 27 1:00-3:00 PM 7013 STONEY CREEK DRIVE, EDWARDSVILLE WOW LOOK AT THE PRICE! 3 bedrooms, 3 bath ranch.

2,864 sq. ft. includes finished LL. Cathedral ceilings, main level laundry, fireplace, fenced yard, patio. Great location. $214,900 www.kasten.biz CALL NORMA KASTEN, CRS 377-9933

OPEN HOUSE, SUN., JUNE 27 1:00-2:30 PM 802 HIGH, EDWARDSVILLE BEAUTIFUL 4 BDR/2 BATH NESTLED ON 2 WOODED LOTS. Lots of WOW factor w/ lrg window to enjoy outdoor scenery.

Wrap around deck, patio, finished WO level w/ family room.

Lrg workshop. Captivating contemporary. $174,900 CALL JILL CUMMINGS 978-5953

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PREFERRED PARTNERS One 157 Center, Edwardsville, IL. 618-655-1188

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Live with Nature at Spring Hill Quiet, 2 bed, 1.5 bath, Conve- Woods, walking trail & wildlife. niently located Montclaire area E’ville util & schools 23 sites on townhouse. Full kitchen, w/d 25 ac. some walkouts. Attractive commercial property or unique hookup $675/mth. 288-7802 homesite. Walk to fine dining.

Seniors looking for independent $68,400+ 1/2 mi to Gov Pky living without hassles of owning 4mi to SIUE 972-0948. a home. Liberty Square is that SUN RIDGE ESTATES place. Handicapped accessible.

2 + Acre Lots, Edwardsville No pets, Call for special prices non-smoking.

618/792-9050 or 618/781-5934 Call 667-0430

2 BR apt., $600/mo. Maryville, 712 WST, stove, refrig.

Newly Roommates remodeled, off street parking.

10 minutes from SIUE. Now 1 Bedroom. non-furnished available 618-288-3286. w/parking space in garage.

2 BR apt., across from Edw- $411/month inclds/utilities, intercourthouse; off-st. parking. net/cable. Students only. All w/s/t included; deposit; refer- inquiries (630)567-3059. ences required. 217-556-2633.

1 mile from SIUE—FUR2 BR Quail Hollow - Glen Car- NISHED BEDROOM w/TV, bon Apt., w/d hk-ups $645. bathroom, garage space, utilities/cable included! Kitchen (618) 346-7878 privileges. $500/month. www.osbornproperties.com 618/307-5338

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FSBO: 3BR, 3BA. Vaulted wood Charming 2 Bdrm Apt., down- gr. Rm./gas f.p.; wood flrs.; deck; town Edw. $980/mo incl. WST. fence. 214 Hickory St., Edw., IL. 618/307-0524. c Zillow.com Call 618/530-4766

Extra nice 1 bedroom apt: 30/15 living, dining area, fireplace, walk out patio, stone, refrigerator, washer and dryer furnished as are air, heat, and 2 BR APT: $720, incl. all water. Located in quiet private util.,storage unit in Edw, close to wooded area, five minutes from post office, banks, & shopping. downtown Edwardsville. No smoking, deposit and lease.

505-0191 leave msg. $710.00 656-9200 1 BDR lofts, CREDIT CHECK. IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY No pets, no smoking $565mth.

1 0r 2 Bedroom Apartments $565dep; 2 bdrm house Water/Sewer/Trash Paid $1000dep $900mth. 656-8953.

Special Rates 1 excellent 3BR, 1200 sq.ft. TH: 50 Devon Ct, Edwardsville Collinsville, near 157/70; 12 656-7337 or 791-9062 min. to SIUE, FP, DW, W/D, ceiling fans, cable, sound walls, off- NICE 2 bedroom apt, large st. prkng. Sm pets OK, yr. lse. rooms, walkin closet, coin-op $780/mo. Ask discount pricing! laundry. 10 minutes to SIUE. Move in special. Sect. 8 ok $525/mo. 618-345-5610.

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