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February 12, 2014

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Principals, district administrators and representatives from Peabody Energy surrounded the Peabody Energy Leaders in Education Awardee, Chris Link (second from L), in his classroom at Hazelwood Central High School on the morning of Jan. 28.

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Science teacher Chris Link was recently recognized for helping children achieve their full potential

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By Amanda Meyer On Tuesday, Jan. 28, in the middle of an afternoon physics lesson, principals, district administrators and representatives from Peabody Energy filed into Chris Link’s classroom to surprise and congratulate him for winning a Peabody Energy Leaders in Education Award. Link’s reaction was complete shock. He said, “It was done in an incredibly meaningful ceremony. They asked students to speak about why they liked me as a teacher—it was emotional and heartwarming.” Then he was given a $1,000 check. Link is currently working toward his Ph.D. in Science and Technology Education from the University of Missouri—St. Louis and said the money will be applied directly to his tuition. Link received a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Chemistry from Southern Illinois University—Carbondale. He then went on to get a master’s degree in Biology as well as a Graduate Certificate as a Science Education Specialist, both from Washington University in St. Louis. In 2011 Link was awarded the Loeb Prize for Excellence in Science and Math Education. He began teaching in the Hazelwood School District in 2008 as a Physical Science teacher at West Middle School. He has been teaching Biology and Physics at Hazelwood Central High School since 2012. As a member of the Hazelwood School

District community, Link has sponsored several student clubs, such as the Outdoor Club and has coached track and basketball. Additionally, he has been involved in planning and presenting professional development at his school, within the district, and at National Science Teacher Association Conferences. Link constantly researches and implements new instructional strategies in his classroom. He also tries to come up with creative new ways to use technology in his classroom to keep his students excited about learning. When asked what receiving this award meant for him and his students he responded, “For me, the award is an encouragement from Peabody Energy. They are telling me that they believe in me and want me to continue to pursue my goals of making education accessible and meaningful to all of our students. For my students, the award is reassurance that there are stakeholders, like Peabody Energy, who have vested interest in their life-long success.” Superintendent Dr. Grayling Tobias added, “We’re extremely proud of Chris and the exemplary work he does for our District and most importantly, our students. We are grateful that corporations like Peabody Energy are recognizing the importance of educators like Chris. It is partnerships like these that benefit students, schools and the community at

large.” The Peabody Leaders in Education Program honors education professionals from teachers and coaches to librarians and counselors to recognize those who help children achieve their true potential. The program rewards dedicated and compassionate education professionals with awards and recognition at an annual dinner. A committee of top educators and business leaders selects award See TEACHER WINS AWARD page 2

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Around Town Local news and events like the 2014 Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Missouri and severe weather observation and safety classes

Business City of Florissant appoints new HR Director and Culver’s restaurant is coming to Florissant

School Pattonville kindergarten registration is March 4 and Cold Water Elementary named an exemplary school

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Sports Local sport authority Gary B fills you in on the weekend’s sporting events.

Recipes Ideas for Valentine’s Day dinner and dessert

What’s Happening the only events calendar you need to stay entertained all week long

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Over the Fence Joe Morice is to Community News readers what Wilson was to Tim Taylor: enjoy a fresh perspective from our in-house blue-collar philosopher.

TEACHER WINS AWARD from cover recipients throughout the school year. Each recipient earns a $1,000 award. Peabody Energy believes that education lasts a lifetime and is key to building stronger, safer and healthier communities. The program supports educators who foster the future workforce and prepare students to compete in a global marketplace. This important investment helps to strengthen education for the next generation. Peabody awards education professionals from five different regions in the Midwest: the Great-

er St. Louis metro area, Southeastern Ill. and Southwestern Ind. Western-Central Ind., Powder River Basin Wyo., and Steamboat Springs area Colo. As of this writing, fifteen educational professionals from the Greater St. Louis Metro Area have been awarded for the 2013-2014 school year. For the full list of awardees, more information, or to nominate an education professional, visit www.peabodyenergyleadersineducation.org.

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Around Town Severe Weather Observation and Safety Classes Are you ready for another spring severe weather season? It is almost here. Prepare for another spring severe weather season by taking a free severe weather observation and safety training class. The classes are free of charge and provide information on identifying severe weather, severe weather safety, and how to report severe weather events. All are welcome to attend. Prior registration is not required. The next classes will be offered on Saturday, March 1 at the Bellefontaine United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 10600 Bellefontaine Road. There will be two classes offered. The level 1 basic class will take place from 9am-noon, while the level 2 advanced class will run from 1-4pm. The instructor, Michael Redman, has provided these classes since 1970. Learn from an expert

how to become a severe weather spotter. Identify cloud formations that can lead to tornadoes and other severe weather, and report what you see so others may benefit. Learn how to take safety precautions during severe weather at home, school, work, or in your car. Quality reports by trained volunteer observers lead to more accurate and timely weather warnings. This is information that can and has saved lives. All citizens are urged to take advantage of this training opportunity and provide a much needed community volunteer service. Weather observers who have attended similar programs in the past are welcomed for a refresher class. Over the years, Michael Redman has taught over 15,750 individuals in over 550 weather classes. For more information visit www.travelingweathershow.com.

Event Cancellation Due to lack of attendance the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce has canceled the 2014 Mardi Gras at the Mouse Races scheduled to take place on Saturday, Feb.15. The Chamber would like to thank their sponsors for their support of this event they look forward to working with you on future events.

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Build-A-Bear Workshop Hosts Local Wish Kids Build-A-Bear Workshop® and Make-A-Wish are teaming up this Valentine’s Day season to bring joy to children facing lifethreatening medical conditions through a national effort, “A Million Hearts, A Million Wishes, A Million Ways to Help.” Several local Make-A-Wish children and their families will visit Build-A-Bear Workshop to celebrate their wishes that have been granted. These children will forget worries, doctors and treatments while making their own furry friends. Additionally, the first 50 Build-A-Bear Workshop Guests to visit the West County Center store will be able to make a special bear for free to be donated to Make-A-Wish® Missouri to help put a smile on the faces of local children facing life-threatening medical conditions. Build-A-Bear Workshop is proud to help Make-A-Wish grant the wishes of children with lifethreatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. The company is hosting five Make-A-Wish parties around the country and collecting funds for the organization in all stores nationwide. Through March 31, Guests can donate $1 (or more) to MakeA-Wish when they check out at Build-A-Bear Workshop stores in the United States or online at buildabear.com. Additionally, Guests are encouraged to share a photo of their Heart Ceremony. For every photo shared with #sharebabwwishes $1 will be donated by Build-A-Bear Workshop to MakeA-Wish to help make wishes come true. (Up to $30,000). For more information on how to give back, visit www.buildabear.com/makeawish.

Florissant Author Releases New Novel Nationwide Florissant author, Donna T. Upchurch, recently announced the nationwide release of her new Christian novel, Drawn from the Water. The story introduces readers to Joe, Lonnie, and Frank—known as the Intellectual Hobos—who encounter something God-inspired and completely unexpected, transforming their lives from rags to rich-fulfilling lives, their discovery gives them a reason to keep on living. It happened in the wee hours of the morning in a trashinfested alley off Jefferson Avenue. This mystical spot was in the ghetto of downtown St. George, and here the three homeless men are down on their luck and about to call it quits when they make a life-changing discovery. In their search for self-fulfillment, the Intellectual Hobos stay faithful to one another and their homeless friends. From slap-stick madness to tearful sadness, the story enlightens the reader with the day-to-day joys and challenges of those who live on the streets. The book delivers a powerful message to be understood by everyone. This brilliantly surprising urban epic will leave readers changed. Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises, the book is available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore, or by visiting barnesandnoble.com or amazon.com.

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Fun, Flirty, and Fabulous Run to Take Place in Forest Park Together with Jazzercise, Precision Health Group and other sponsors, the Fun, Flirty, and Fabulous 5&5 on Sunday, Feb. 16, is promoting women knowing and embracing their greatness. The 5 mile/5K combo ensures that seasoned runners compete and bring a less experienced friend to the 5K. Through sharing a love of running and exercise, the Fun, Flirty and Fabulous 5&5 is an event dedicated to promoting self-awareness and bolstering confidence through women supporting women. “I am committed that all women know their greatness,” said Fun, Flirty and Fabulous founder Shannon Schindler, “We want to touch, move and inspire women in an area of life important to them. Have them see themselves as worthy and beautiful. Have them take on something in their life they ordinarily wouldn’t have and share that with someone else”. Shannon’s journey to founding Fun, Flirty and Fabulous began in 2010, overweight and depressed, a friend asked her to run a halfmarathon. Initially she balked, until her friend said, “If you can run 3 miles, you can run 13”. Training started shortly afterward and through the support and accountability through other women, she made it through the first half-marathon. Shannon then began working with the Landmark Education’s Self-Expression and Leadership Program. She was able to move beyond past hurts, heal her family and began working to empower women. Shannon’s passion to inspire and encourage women the way she was encouraged gave birth to the Fun, Flirty and Fabulous 5&5 Run. By promoting a community of women supporting one-another Fun, Flirty and Fabulous resides in the knowledge that all women should know and embrace their innate greatness. Often times, women are bogged down by the day-to-day obligations in their lives and in-turn, forget the power and extraordinary greatness inside themselves. Fun, Flirty and Fabulous 5&5 Run, taking place on Sunday February 16, 2014, encourages women to get out and get moving, find their passion and share that passion with the world. All the while encouraging other women to do the same and find confidence in themselves and their abilities. Interested runners can register online at www.funflirtyandfabulous.com. Proceeds benefit Bridgeway Woman’s Center in St. Charles.

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Ferguson Twilight Run

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2014 race benefits 4 youth-centered programs

The City of Florissant invites the public to learn more about bird watching and the great outdoors from 10:30-11:30am on Saturday, Feb. 15 at Sunset Park, 2300 Sunset Park Drive in Florissant. Attendees will learn what materials are needed for bird watching, how to identify birds and much more. The class will involve a walk on the path behind the Nature Lodge, where participants will bird watch and enjoy other aspects of nature.

In partnership with the Live Well Events Board, organizers of the Ferguson Twilight Run selected four local agencies to receive proceeds from the annual spring race. Since the race began in 2010, Ferguson Twilight Run has supported healthy fitness activities in Ferguson and North St. Louis County through donations to the Emerson Family YMCA. The donations help provide scholarships for youth to participate in summer programs. This year, the race will benefit more agencies that provide healthy and active programs. The 2014 beneficiaries include Emerson Family YMCA, Girls on the Run at Bermuda Elementary, Ferguson Youth Initiative and Marygrove. Each agency will receive a percentage of the proceeds from the race. The goal is to raise $12,000 with 1,900 participants. “I am pleased the beneficiary committee of the Live Well Events Board and the voting members of the Ferguson Twilight Run Committee wanted to try something new this year. As a supporter of each organization, I did not participate in the selection process. However, by including more beneficiaries, the Ferguson Twilight Run will support more local programs and in turn, the organizations will help promote the run,” said Dwayne T. James, race director and Ferguson City Councilman, Ward 2. On Saturday, May 17 the Ferguson Twilight Run will celebrate five years as the only evening race in North St. Louis County. The race includes one-mile, 5K and 10K distances. The Ferguson Twilight Run is a USATF certified course. The races start and finish at Plaza at 501, an outdoor entertainment area at the intersection of Florissant Road and Suburban Avenue. Ferguson Twilight includes pre- and post-race festivities such as a free live concert, Ferguson Brewing Company beer, food/health vendors, and specials at local restaurants. Race fees are $20 for the 5K and 10K for early registrants. The race fee for the One-Mile Fun Run is $10. Special rates are offered to teams of 10 or more. Awards and prizes are presented to top finishers. Runners and walkers can register online at www.fergtwilightrun.com The one-mile is presented by Ferguson Citywalk. The 5K presented by the Christian Hospital Foundation, and the 10K is presented by Big River Running. Additional sponsors of the 2014 Ferguson Twilight Run include Wellspring Church, Fifth Third Bank, the City of Ferguson, Negwar Materials, Emerson, Live Well Ferguson, Great Rivers Greenway, Mobile Eye Care Solutions, North County Inc., Sam’s Club #8125, Blue’s Arthouse Graphics and Web Design, and North County, Inc.

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Participants will need to bring their own binoculars and a limited number of field guides will be provided. The instructor will be available for questions throughout the program. The class fee is $5 for residents and $8 for nonresidents. Pre-registration is required and is currently open. For more information or to register, call 314.921.4250 or 314.921.4466.

Maryland Heights to Hold Community Drug Awareness Seminar No community—even one as safe as Maryland Heights—is immune to the problems of drug abuse and addiction. In an effort to help educate the public about local and regional drug trends, the Maryland Heights Police Department will host a free community drug awareness seminar at 7pm on Monday, March 3 in the Municipal Courtroom at the Maryland Heights Government Center. Parents, teachers and interested residents are encouraged to attend. “We want to raise awareness and educate the public about drug trends in the region and in our community,” Chief of Police Bill Carson said. “For example, we’re still seeing a high number of heroin-related deaths in the St. Louis area, and

in 2013 we had two heroin overdose deaths take place several months apart at the same residence in Maryland Heights.” Members of the MHPD’s Community Response Unit (CRU) will discuss the types of drugs being sold and used in the area and identify groups most at risk. The event will include a public question-and-answer session. Information will also be available about the free, confidential youth drug-testing program offered by the MHPD in partnership with St. Louis County’s Lakeside Center. For more information about the community drug awareness seminar, please contact Officer Steve Osterloh at 314.738.2330 or Officer Bob Heitert at 314.738.2337.

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Announce New Chief Operating Officer Jessica Erfling has been selected as the new Chief Operating Officer for Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. “Her skills and experiences align with Girl Scouts’ mission and we are thrilled to have Jessica join our team,” said Bonnie Barcyzkowski, CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. Erfling replaces Barczykowski, who became CEO on August 1, 2013. “I am excited about working for an organization that has such an established and respected history, and an energetic vision for the future, which is apparent in the strategic plan,” Erfling said. “I have been very fond of the team mem-

bers I have met thus far and I am really looking forward to meeting the other individuals who are helping put this meaningful mission into action.” Erfling’s most recent position was Vice President of Operations with Sunnyhill, Inc., located in St. Louis. Prior to her role as vice president, she served as Director of Supported Living. Other positions she held at Sunnyhill included Quality Assurance Specialist and Program Coordinator. Leadership is an important subject to Erfling as she begins her new position. “Leadership opportunities should be equally available for those willing to work for them, girls included,” she said. “Girls should believe in themselves and know that anything is possible. I am so fortunate to have a family who believes in me and always told me that you can be anything you want to be, if you work for it. I am proud to be working for an organization that provides this type of foundation for our leaders of tomorrow.” She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and a master’s degree in social work from Saint Louis University. Another area that excites Erfling is the Girl Scouts’ expanding presence in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. “The STEM areas will foster many of the innovations and careers of the future, and girls need exposure to these arenas at a young age,” she said. “I am impressed with the Girl Scouts commitment to these areas and feel that the STEM programs offer great opportunities for our girls. I am looking forward www.rickniblettphotography.com to all of the success stories that will result from this initiative.”

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Missouri Youth Hockey State Championship Tournament Games in Florissant The James J. Eagan Center, 1 James J. Eagan Drive in Florissant, will be host to the Missouri Youth Hockey state championship tournament games. The tournament games will include teams from the Bantam B and Squirt Silver divisions. Games will run from 8:30am-6:30pm on Saturday, Feb. 22, and from 8:30am-2pm on Sunday, Feb. 23. For more info, visit www.mohockeyyd.org.

Red Cross Call for Type O Negative Blood Donations Like a hospital emergency room, the American Red Cross must be prepared to provide blood for patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. It’s the blood already on the shelves and readily available that can be lifesaving for people like Chris Salinas. Chris was a horse trainer who was seriously injured in an accident when a horse pinned him to the pavement. He and his family said they credit the multiple blood transfusions he received with helping him recover. Type O negative blood is especially needed right now. O negative is the universal blood type and can potentially be transfused to patients with any type. To make an appointment to donate blood and help ensure the shelves are stocked for patients in need, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Florissant • Feb. 20 from 11:30am-6pm at American Red Cross North County, 3533 Dunn Road • Feb. 22 from 7am-2pm at American Red Cross North County, 3533 Dunn Road • Feb. 26 from 5-9pm at First Christian Church, 2890 Patterson • Feb. 26 from 11:30am-6pm at American Red Cross North County, 3533 Dunn Road • Feb. 27 from 11:30am-6pm at American Red Cross North County, 3533 Dunn Road How to donate blood Simply call 1.800.733.2767 or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

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Titan Alumni Players Present “Annie” The Titan Alumni Players, featuring alumni from Mercy, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Thomas Aquinas-Mercy, Rosary and Trinity Catholic High Schools, will team with current Trinity Catholic students to perform the musical Annie March 14-16 at Trinity Catholic,1720 Redman Road. Annie will be performed at 8pm on Friday and Saturday, March 14 and 15, and 1pm on Sunday.

Tickets for the Friday and Sunday shows are $10 for adults and $5 for students high school age and younger. Saturday’s show is a dinner theater with dinner served at 6:30 pm. Cost for the dinner is $30 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under. All proceeds of the musical benefit the arts at Trinity Catholic. For ticket information call Laurie Mogelnicki at 314.374.4796 or Marcia Montgomery at 314.503.2414.

2014 Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics Missouri The Polar Plunge is an exciting fundraising event taking place all around the nation, including Maryland Heights. The Plunge is a opportunity for individuals and groups to support Special Olympics athletes by jumping, running or crawling into the frigid February waters of Creve Coeur Lake at 2pm on Saturday, Feb. 22. Proceeds support Special Olympics Missouri’s (SOMO) year-round sports training and athletic competition for nearly 8,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the St. Louis area and 17,000 athletes statewide. SOMO offers 21 Olympic-type sports throughout the state and provides people with intellectual disabilities continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, and experience joy as they participate with their fellow athletes, family and friends, and communities across Missouri. Plunging or supporting those who will take the plunge is a great way to contribute to the amazing work of SOMO. In order to take the plunge participants must by 10 years old and raise a minimum of $75, with incentives at higher levels and prizes for the top fundraisers. Check-in begins at noon on the day of the event at the Tremayne Shelter near Creve Coeur Lake, or from 5-9pm on Friday, Feb. 21 at the St. Louis Outlet Mall in Hazelwood. Last year, the Maryland Heights Plunge raised $106,000 and had over 600 participants. This year, they

hope to have over 700 people take the plunge and raise $125,000. The statewide goal this year is approximately $1 million. This event is a great way to beat the winter blues and get outside. Several local celebrities are taking part in this year’s Maryland Heights plunge, including radio personalities from Z107.7, Wild 104.9, KLOU 103.3, and 93.7 The Bull. There will be music, a barbecue, various activities, and appearances from some of St. Louis’ favorite mascots. Participants are encouraged to dress up in costume and try to win the Golden Plunger Award. Visit www.somo.org/plunge if you’d like to register or make a donation. The Maryland Heights Polar Plunge is a project of the Law Enforcement Torch Run and is hosted by Maryland Heights and Hazelwood Police agencies. It is also sponsored by Z107.7, Wild 104.9, and 93.7 The Bull, as well as SOMO’s statewide sponsor, Shop ‘n Save. Special Olympics Missouri is proud of its financial health returning 87 percent of every dollar back to program services. They are with the following honors: Better Business Bureau A+ Charity Accreditation, Charity Navigator 4-star rating and an inductee into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame – Class of 2013. Visit www.somo.org or call 314.961.7755 to learn more about how you can get involved.

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Florissant to Hold Public Hearing for Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation for CDGB Program The City of Florissant will conduct a public hearing beginning at 3pm on Thursday, Feb. 20 at the Florissant Government Building, 1055 rue St. Francois, concerning the Fiscal Year 2014 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the Florissant Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. For more information, contact

Community Development Director, Carol O’Mara at 314.839.7680, or comara@florissantmo.com. A draft of the CAPER will be available for review. Interested persons may review this report by contacting the Community Development Office at 314.839.7680. Written comments concerning this report may be submitted to the Community Development Office at the

Culver’s Restaurant is Coming to Florissant Florissant mayor Thomas P. Schneider has announced that a franchise owner/operator for the national restaurant company Culver’s is under contract for a site in the City of Florissant. Culver’s now enters the ‘due diligence’ period, which includes zoning, engineering and technical matters. Site location will be announced when necessary documents are presented to Florissant officials for review. The Culver’s location in Florissant will be the company’s first in North St. Louis County and the 11th in the metropolitan St. Louis area. “Culver’s is excited about the opportunity to develop a restaurant in the City of Florissant,” said Mayor Schneider. “We look forward to welcoming Culver’s to our beautiful city.” Culver’s opened its first location in 1984 in Sauk City, Wisconsin, the beloved home of Craig and Lea Culver and George’s parents, George and Ruth Culver. There are now nearly 500 Culver’s restaurants in 19 states. According to a survey by the Franchisee Business Review, Culver’s is rated first in franchisee satisfaction by more than 4,300 restaurant franchisees in the United States and Canada.

Florissant Government Building, 1055 rue St. Francois, Florissant, Missouri 63031. All comments must be received by 5pm on March 7. Those who need assistance or auxiliary aids for the meeting should contact the Community Development Office in the Government Building at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting by calling 314.839.7680

Sonya Brooks-White Appointed Human Resources Director for City of Florissant

Palladium Saint Louis to Donate Thousands of Dollars to Nonprofits in 2014 Palladium Saint Louis, Butler’s Pantry’s premier event space, will donate $1,000 to each nonprofit organization that hosts an event at Palladium Saint Louis, Sunday through Thursday in 2014. Palladium Saint Louis values the mission of noprofit organizations and aims to manage costs while setting the scene for an unforgettable event. “We understand how important it is for nonprofit organizations to keep the bottom line low while wowing their guests at a fundraiser or event,” said Butler’s Pantry President Richard Nix Jr. “To that end, we will donate thousands of dollars to organizations that do so much for our community. We believe it is our civic duty to give back to nonprofits that support such worthy causes.”

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Mayor Thomas P. Schneider has appointed Sonya Brooks-White as Director of Human Resources for the City of Florissant, effective Feb.1, 2014. Brooks-White replaces Chris Roth, who retired as Director of Human Resources on Jan. 31, 2014, after a 32-year career with the City in a variety of capacities. Brooks-White previously served as Human Resources Manager and Deputy City Clerk for the City of Ferguson, where she worked since 2003. Prior to that, she held positions with AT&T and Lucent Technologies. She has nearly 20 years of HR experience in the corporate and municipal government sectors. Brooks-White has a bachelor’s of science degree in Human Resources Management from Kansas State University, and a master’s degree in business administration from Webster University. She is a board member of the IPMA-HR Greater St. Louis Chapter and an alumna of INROADS Incorporated. As well as is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), the Human Resources Management Association (HRMA-St. Louis) and the International Public Management Association (IPMAHR). Roth began her career with Florissant as a clerk typist in the Personnel and Purchasing Department, eventually being named Director of Human Resources. “We are delighted to welcome someone with Sonya’s extensive human resources background as our new Director of Human Resources,” said Schneider. “We deeply appreciate all that Chris has done for Florissant in her 32 years with our city government, and look forward to the expertise that Sonya will bring to the position to ensure that the City of Florissant continues to bring aboard the finest individuals for various positions on our staff.”

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FFSD to Recognize Achievements The Ferguson-Florissant School District Board of Education will honor the achievements of students, staff and community members at its monthly board meeting at 7pm on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The following individuals will be honored: McCluer High School junior Evelyn Kumeh received a KMOX/ Southeast Missouri State University Student of Achievement Award for outstanding achievement in academics, athletics, the arts, community service and leadership. Two students from FFSD were named winners of the 2013 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratory Contest sponsored by North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU). Justis Woodcox of Ferguson Middle School won in the Grades 6-8 category and Nickeitra Curlett of McCluer North High School won in the Grades 9-12 category. Wedgwood Elementary School has been named a Healthy U.S. Schools Challenge Silver Award winner by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), one of only 29 silver award-winning schools in the state of Missouri. Community member Mr. Marvin Witherspoon II will be recognized by the Board as a good samaritan. On Nov. 20, two students from Johnson-Wabash Elementary School crossed January Avenue in Ferguson and were hit by a car. One of the students was pinned underneath the vehicle. Mr. Witherspoon witnessed the accident and worked with another citizen to use car jacks to lift the car off of the student.

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Cold Water Elementary Recognized by Missouri Department of Education as a 2014 Exemplary School Cold Water Elementary in the Hazelwood School District was named one of 15 2014 Exemplary Schools by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). The exemplary school award for professional learning acknowledges Cold Water staff for their promotion of learning with collaborative teams and using data to increase student achievement. “This recognition really speaks to the job that the Cold Water teachers and staff have done,” said Dr. Grayling Tobias, superintendent of Hazelwood School District. “The application process is lengthy and requires a site visit from DESE officials. The state obviously likes what they see and identified Cold Water as a school moving forward and making its mark on education.” “Since 2009, we have been implementing data to drive all of our decisions at Cold Water. By using data, we are able make academic plans for individual students as well as the entire grade

level,” said Dr. Christa Warner, principal of Cold Water Elementary. “Each week our teams meet and plan collaboratively, which has become a powerful learning experience for our entire staff. By focusing on individual students and specific learning outcomes, we increased our Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) scores.” Cold Water teachers tweak their outcomes based on the data. Pre-assessments are used for each student to gauge each student’s level regarding each specific skill. Proficiency skills are then determined and adjustments are made for each student as the quarter evolves. Over the past four years, Cold Water has grown from a staff where teachers once worked in isolation, to one that now works collaboratively and focuses on the success of every child. Cold Water staff has celebrated the overall positive trend in math and communication arts on MAP scores. Teachers are working towards proficiency in 100 percent of Cold Water students.

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Pattonville Kindergarten Registration is March 4

The New Year brings many opportunities for fun and learning, not only the students enrolled in Ferguson-Florissant School District’s (FFSD) 21st Century After-School Program, but for their families as well. The 21st Century After-School Program at Duchesne and Walnut Grove Elementary Schools offers students a variety of fun, handson, interactive and thought-provoking classes designed to provide unique learning experiences as daily classroom skills in reading, math, and science are reinforced. The program also provides a variety of opportunities to learn about many different topics as a fun way of improving academics and self-discipline. The program is now also offering literacy workshops and General Equivalency Diploma (GED) classes to provide academic support for the families of students as well. The 21st Century After-School Family Literacy Workshops are held twice each month from 3:30pm to 5:30pm on Tuesdays at Duchesne Elementary School in Florissant and on Thursdays at Walnut Grove Elementary School in Ferguson. The workshops teach literacy skills to parents and their children. Participants explore various reading techniques and strategies to make reading fun and exciting, and discover how reading and writing can be brought to life through interactive literacy activities between parents and children. The 21st Century Program also sponsors classes to help parents earn a GED on Mondays from 4:30-8:30pm at McCluer SouthBerkeley High School in Ferguson. “We are very pleased to be able to not only reinforce the skills of our students, but to also offer support for parents to expand their skills and achieve academic goals,” said Ellenmaria Wilcock, director of the 21st Century Program for the Ferguson-Florissant School District. “We know that when we provide training to parents on how to be the primary teacher for their children and to be full partners in their education, the children and the parents succeed.” Both adult programs are free and available to families of students enrolled in the 21st Century After-school Program at Duchesne and Walnut Grove Elementary Schools. For more information, please contact Ellenwww.elainestevenbeautycollege.com maria Wilcock at 314.506.9129.

On March 4, Pattonville will begin enrolling children who will attend Kindergarten next August. Kindergarten registration will be held in all Pattonville elementary buildings during the following time periods on March 4: from 9-11:30am, 12:30-3pm and 5-7pm. Children should be registered in the school office at the elementary school currently serving the area where their home is located. To find the school in your attendance area, visit www.psdr3.org/map and find your address in the downloadable street directory. Children who are currently in a Pattonville preschool program or Parents As Teachers will also need to enroll for kindergarten. In order to attend kindergarten next school year, children must be 5 years old on or before July 31, 2014. Enrollment for Remington Traditional School, a K-8 school in Pattonville, is a lottery-based system. Parents should enroll in their home school, but write “Remington” on the registration form, and then turn in an application for the lottery at Remington. The lottery application deadline is March 7. The lottery will take place on April 1. Pattonville’s Parents As Teachers program offers free kindergarten screening. Parents interested in an evaluation that includes health and developmental progress for children ages 3 1/2 and older should call 314.213.8105 prior

to April 30. To enroll a child, parents or guardians should bring with them: • The child’s birth certificate (If you do not have one, an application form will be given to you so you may obtain it before school begins); • The child’s Social Security number (Contact the Social Security office at 1.800.772.1213 or www.socialsecurity.gov if your child does not have one); • Proof of residency (Two documents are required – a mortgage statement or signed lease and an unpaid utility bill or real estate tax bill); and • Proof of immunization from polio, diphtheria, rubella, measles, mumps and Hepatitis B. Immunizations are available through the St. Louis County Health Department (www.stlouisco.com/Healthandwellness) or your child’s doctor. All Pattonville pupils are expected to meet immunization requirements on the first day of school.

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“To Dare Mighty Things, the Life of Theodore Roosevelt” Community News is proud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.” This column will feature great books for children in three categories: Youngest Pick: early childhood to the first or second grade, Middle Pick: elementary school children, and Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy!

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Sickly as a child, “Teedie,” as they called him, had grand dreams. Who would have thought this boy would become president of the United States? Putting aside his fears, Teddy Roosevelt charged ahead. The illustrious leader’s accomplishments are beautifully written about in To Dare Mighty Things, the Life of Theodore Roosevelt, by Doreen Rappaport, with illustrations by C.F. Payne. As a youngster, “Teedie” had lots of interests, his mind ever busy to grasp knowledge of birds, animals, plants—any information that books could impart. An avid reader and writer, Teddy Roosevelt didn’t let any grass grow under his feet. He is responsible for establishing five national parks, 18 national monuments, and lots of other parks, projects and preserves. But Roosevelt wasn’t only a conservationist. He also was the driving force behind the Panama Canal, led the Rough Riders in Cuba, established fair rules for business and became the “people’s president” demanding a “Square Deal for all Americans, rich and poor.” “Teedie” dared to dream. His legacy to Americans is honored in a book sure to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.

Crossword Puzzle – Theme: Valentine’s Day ACROSS 1. *"Love Me Tender" performer 6. "And She ___" by Talking Heads 9. "For Whom the ____ Tolls" 13. Wall coat 14. B&B, e.g. 15. *He fell in love with a face "that launched a thousand ships" 16. February "People," e.g. 17. Parental involvement org. 18. Trojan War story 19. *He fell in love with Little Red-Haired Girl 21. ______'s fee

23. Old age, archaic 24. Display displeasure 25. *Bride and groom say their "I ___" 28. Choir voice 30. Part of Yugoslavia 35. Iris holder 37. Paleozoic and Mesozoic 39. The fourth prime number 40. Rigid necklace 41. Of the kidneys 43. Baseball points 44. Was attached 46. Jittery 47. It should be opened when starting a fire

48. Winslow _____ and _____ Simpson 50. Back talk 52. "C'___ la vie!" 53. EU currency 55. *"Just an ___-fashioned love song" 57. *Cyrano de Bergerac's love interest 60. *Popular Valentine's delivery 64. Disturbances 65. Get it wrong 67. Spur on 68. Strong adhesive 69. By means of 70. Fragrant resin 71. "I, Claudius" role 72. Bird-to-be 73. *What Snow White did before Prince Charming's kiss DOWN 1. Larger-than-life 2. Alfred "____" LaRue 3. Americans need one to enter Australia 4. Accustom 5. Sister to Blanche DuBois 6. Clean the blackboard, e.g. 7. Symbol of industriousness 8. Mix-up 9. Like white-headed eagle 10. Albany-Buffalo canal 11. His pants are on fire? 12. Hallucinogen 15. Slang for communist sympathizers 20. Lazybones 22. Breed

24. What's-his-name 25. *Even-Steven kind of date 26. Convex molding 27. Red Cross supply 29. Arborist's concern 31. Lord's worker 32. Egg cell 33. *Aphrodite's Roman counterpart 34. Early stage of sickness, e.g. 36. High school breakout 38. *"The Twilight ____," romantic film series 42. Popular disinfectant 45. Like Danny Zuko's hair 49. *"Your Love is Like the

Morning ___" 51. Skiers' turfs 54. *His character fell in love with Lois Lane 56. Be situated within 57. Tug-of-War equipment 58. Emanation 59. *Kisses and hugs 60. Hand grenade 61. "All for one, one for all" sword 62. Beef cut 63. Rotisserie skewer 64. *Dudley Moore/Bo Derek romantic comedy 66. 18-wheeler

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Movie

“Labor Day”

By Steve Bryan - Rated: PG-13

As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s not unusual for highly romantic movies to dominate the local multiplex. Labor Day, a new drama starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin, is, however, one of the more complex love stories to hit theaters in a long time. Set in 1985, the story focuses on Adele (Winslet), a single mom trying to do right by son Henry (Gattlin Griffith). Unfortunately, Adele has trouble leaving the house, which makes even a simple trip to the grocery store a painful ordeal for mother and son. Henry has to be the man of the house, which leaves him precious little time to be a kid. One shopping trip proves to be a game changer, though, when a man named Frank (Brolin) enters their lives. An escaped convict, Frank takes Adele and Henry hostage so he

can lay low at their home. Adele treats Frank’s injuries and, in return, he does some long-neglected repairs around the house. When it comes time for him to leave, no one—especially Adele—wants him to go. An unusual love story, Labor Day is a charmer, if not entirely believable. Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin have incredible chemistry, which adds credibility to the intense attraction between the mother and the convict. Having these two characters fall in love seems almost natural. The two leads also have incredibly detailed backstories. Adele had been in a solid marriage to Gerald (Clark Gregg from Marvel’s Agents of Shield), but several domestic tragedies prompted him to leave. Frank also had been deeply in love with his wife and son, but his marriage fell apart as well. Adele’s home became her prison while Frank found himself behind bars. Young Gattlin Griffith also deserves commendation for his portrayal of Henry. Estranged from his father, Henry finds that he takes care of his mother instead of the other way around. When Frank enters his life, he discovers a father figure that actually supports and cares about him. Tobey Maguire plays the modernday version of Henry and narrates the story. Director Jason Reitman does right by the story, but his direction is painfully slow. The story takes place over a long Labor Day weekend, but it feels more like 6 months. Some

scenes drag on forever, including an exchange between a police officer (James Van Der Beek) and young Henry. Despite its plodding direction, Labor Day is highly addictive and extremely romantic. It’s also one heck of a date movie to see on February, 14. Labor Day, rated PG-13 for thematic material, brief violence, and sexuality, currently is playing in theaters. Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Gary Baute Sign-up Your Valentine as a Runner in the Cottleville St. Patrick Day Run Cottleville will have the 6th annual St. Patrick’s Day party starting the day with a run and then their parade on Saturday, March 15. The run starts promptly at 8am at the firehouse in Cottleville. There will be a 7K (4.35 miles) or if you are into a shorter distance with the kids, how about the 2-mile walk/run. At 12 pm get ready for over 100 floats, marching bands and much more starting at the Community college and winding down highway N into downtown Cottleville. Take the shuttle right into downtown from the college. For all the details go to www.stpatparade.org and click on WATCH 2013 PARADE. *less than a month away St. Louis Rams Looking for a Few Men and Women for a Combine The 2nd annual St. Louis Rams Weekend Warrior Skills Combine will take place on Saturday, February 22 at Ram’s Park in Earth City. If you are 18 and older, you can’t miss this exciting day to see how you compare to others with the same swagger you display. Drills include: 40-yard dash, bench press, broad jump, vertical jump, shuttle run and wonderlic test. Coaches will put you through the same skill competition drills

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Sports that future NFL stars are competing that very day in Indianapolis. A t-shirt and snacks along with opportunities to win prizes are included in admission. Go to www.stlrams/RamsWeekendWarrior for all the details *Lots of fun St. Charles County Sports Hall of Fame The 31st annual awards banquet for the St. Charles County Amateur Sports Hall of Fame will be held on Saturday March 22 at 7pm at the American Legion Hall 2500 Raymond Dr. St. Charles. This year’s inductees are for Baseball Dave Groeblinghoff and Kent Keiser, Softball Charles Howes, Bowling Regi Jonak-Ward and Robin Goodin, Dartball C.J. Vogt and James Schuette, Horseshoes Stephen Barteau and Don Claas. This year’s Outstanding Achievement Awards go to Tony Perkins and Jim Prather. Also honored will be the 2013 Outstanding High School Senior Athletic winners. There will be one male and one female selected for large schools, and one male and one female for small schools. For more information in advance only, contact Wes Hedges 636.724.3934, Harold Wies 636.978.6549 or Dave Beckering 636.949.2027. Admission includes the awards ceremony, dinner, beer, soft drinks and dancing. *Come see the best Pro & Amateur Boxing at Ameristar Rumble Time Promotions in Association with Mack Man Promotions have put a card together for Saturday, February 22nd at the Ameristar Casino in St. Charles called ‘Undefeated’. National champions Josh Temple and Julius Butler will headline the always-tough event. Top Amateur prospects include Martel Washpun, Lewis Love, Jarvis Williams and Edward Gray. Doors open at 6pm with the first bell sounds at 7:30pm. For tickets and more information call 314.662.2000. *Great completion Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities. Currently he broadcasts a radio show on 590 ‘The Man’ and 1380 ‘The Woman.’

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Recipes: Bite-Sized Valentine’s Day Treats Get to the Heart of the Holiday

Chocolate Heart Petit Fours

Nothing says “I love you” on Valentine’s Day more than heartshaped, homemade treats. This year, try individual treats to make each gift recipient feel extra special. You’ll love the fact that they are simple to create. “Though small in size, mini-treats deliver a big message to all of the Valentines on your list,” said Nancy Siler, vice president of consumer affairs at Wilton. “Decorating these treats is quick and easy thanks to Candy Melts Candy – a pantry staple for any decorating project.” With a little help from Wilton you can bake to your heart’s desire this Valentine’s Day. We Heart Valentine’s Day – Hearts are by far the top shape of the season. From giant heart-shaped cookie pans to cookie cutters to Heart Pop pans, Wilton has a variety of bakeware options. A Sweet Heart for Your Sweetheart – Create mini cakes, brownies or cookies with the Bite Sized Heart Dessert Shell pan. Once cooled, drizzle with red, pink and white colored Candy Melts candy for the perfect personalized heart-shaped treat. Homemade Box of Chocolates – Make your own candies using shaped Candy Molds. Choose between hearts, lips, flowers and more. Fill the mold with the Candy Melts candy, color and flavor of your choice, and watch as you melt the hearts of your Valentines. Give a Little Love – Valentine’s Day is a top gift-giving holiday. Give your made-from-the-heart homemade treats the gourmet treatment with festive packaging like heart-shaped boxes, colorful gift bags and brightly colored baking cups. For more Valentine’s Day recipes, baking tips and gift inspiration, visit www.wilton.com.

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter, softened 2/3 cup firmly-packed brown sugar 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2/3 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup peanut butter, chocolate fudge ice cream topping or cherry pie filling 2 containers (14 ounces each) Chocolate or Vanilla Icing Glaze (optional) Jumbo hearts sprinkles (optional)

Appetites, Ingredients Change with the Seasons

Butternut Squash & Linguine

Just as our wardrobe adjusts to the cooler weather, so, too, do our appetites as we enjoy warm, comforting dishes to stave off the chill in the air. Butternut Squash & Linguine is one of those perfect transition dishes that showcase the best of the season’s offerings. Winter squash of all descriptions are showing up at farmers markets and in grocery store produce aisles now. Butternut squash is one of the most readily recognizable choices, with its distinctive pear shape. Inside is a flavorful, nutrient-rich, yellow-orange flesh that has a subtle sweetness when cooked. To prepare this recipe, pieces of the squash are simmered with wine and garlic until tender, then a sprinkling of sage is stirred in. A quick toss with Dreamfields linguine and crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese results in a mouthwatering mélange of flavors. For an extra special finish sprinkle with crisp-cooked prosciutto and chopped walnuts. Either way, it makes a delicious main dish, or a side for poultry or pork. Just as you shop for the best produce, think about the pasta you purchase, too. Dreamfields pasta is made with durum wheat semolina just like traditional pasta but with 5 grams of fiber (about the same as whole wheat pasta) and 7 grams of protein per serving. It also produces a lower blood sugar response when compared with traditional pasta, making it a healthful choice for the entire family. To learn more about Dreamfields and for additional recipes visit www.dreamfieldsfoods.com.

Ingredients: 1/2 box Dreamfields Linguine 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 4 cups butternut squash pieces (about 1-inch pieces) 1/2 cup dry white wine or reducedsodium, fat free chicken broth 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage or 4 teaspoons dried sage 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese, blue cheese or shredded Parmesan cheese Crumbled cooked prosciutto or bacon, optional Additional cheese, optional Toasted chopped walnuts, optional

Makes about 40 mini cakes

Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare 24 cavity bite-sized heart dessert shell pan with Cake Release pan coating. In large bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract; beat until well combined. Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk in three additions, beating until just combined. Spoon one tablespoon batter into each pan cavity. Bake 9-11 minutes or until tops of cakes spring back when touched.

Cool in pan 10 minutes. Cool completely on cooling grid. To decorate, place cakes on cooling grid with cookie pan below. Pipe 1/2 teaspoon peanut butter, chocolate fudge or cherry pie filling into shell; fill only to top of cavity. If desired, warm glaze according to package instructions; carefully pour over shell and tap pan to smooth. If desired, add jumbo hearts sprinkles.

Servings: 4-6 • Preparation Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 22 minutes

squash is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in sage.

Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan; cover and keep warm.

Toss squash with pasta and cheese. Sprinkle with prosciutto, additional cheese and walnuts, if desired.

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in squash, wine and salt. Simmer 12 to 15 minutes just until

Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 304 calories; 9 g protein; 52 g carbohydrates; 6 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 7 mg cholesterol; 213 mg sodium; 7 g total dietary fiber.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events February 15: Bird Watching Class at Nature Lodge in Sunset Park 10:30-11:30am, Sunset Park in Florissant, Nature Lodge. Class costs $5 for residents and $8 for non residents.Pre-registration is required.For more information, please call 314.921.4250 or 314.9214466. Join us at Sunset Park, home of the Nature Lodge, for this great class where you We will walk the path behind the Nature Lodge, where we will bird watch and look at other aspects of nature. Participants will need to bring their own binoculars. A limited number of field guides will be provided, and the instructor will be available for questions throughout the program. February 16: Fun, Flirty and Fabulous 5K & 5Mile Run/Walk 10am, Upper Muny Parking Lot, Forest Park. For more information, visit funflirtyandfabulous. com. February 20: Reduce Neck and Back Pain 7-8pm, Learn how to stay in shape and reduce neck and back pain while you sit. Dr. Martin Schmaltz, Chiropractic Physician. 7161 North Lindbergh Boulevard in Hazelwood. The event is free, registration required 314.731.4383. Refreshments served. February 21: Chicken Fried Steak Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105.

5-8pm, VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois in Florissant. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information call 314.831.6121 February 22: Trinity Catholic High School Trivia Night Trinity Catholic High School, Redman Road, Black Jack, $160 per table of 8, includes beer, wine, soda & water. For more information or to make reservations call 314-322-6056 or visit www.trinitycatholichighschool.org. February 28: Fried Chicken Dinner Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105. VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois in Florissant. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information call 314.831.6121. Every Friday until Easter: Fish Fry Florissant Valley American Legion Post 444. 4-7pm, Florissant Valley Memorial Post 444, 7090 Old Jamestown Road in Florissant. $8 for large plates and $7 for small plates; baked and fried fish offered, and dessert available. For more information call 314.741.7786. Coming soon: Look Good…Feel Better SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Can-

cer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090. Recurring Events Mondays: Karaoke at DeLeo’s Cafe & Deli 2782 North Hwy 67, Florissant, 8 - 10:30pm, 314.839.3880. Mondays: Free Line Dancing 6:30pm, beginners welcome, RSVP 314.838.3877, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Mondays and Wednesdays: Seniors: Exercise with Melanie FREE. Classes are led by a licensed Physical Therapist. 1 pm. 3350 St. Catherine St. (near the Eagan Center) RSVP 314.838.3877 Sundays: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs: 3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1. Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400 Fridays: Tai Chi for seniors free classes No class November 29. RSVP by calling 314.838.3877 Church Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thurs-

day from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737 Health Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314.738.2599. 2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@ sbcglobal.net. Third Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association At Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, 10 – 11am, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr., St. Louis, 314.292.7504 Diabetes Basics: 314.344.7024 for info 314.344.7220 to enroll.

Crisis Nursery: Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.crisisnurserykids.org

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Nutrition Education: SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314.344.6157 Group at Christian Hospital To register call 314.747.9355 Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 6:30 – 8pm, 314.839.3171, free and open to the public. Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road. Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Center for Senior Renewal: Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123. Christian Hospital Recovery Center: Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100. Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon–1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954. Diabetes Self-Management Training: Call 314.344.7220 Smoking Cessation Classes: Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866.SSM.DOCS to register or for more information.

www.mycnews.com • Community News • February 12, 2014 SSM DePaul Wellness Center: Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177 SSM St. Joseph Hospital Healthy Happenings Free Mammogram Screenings: SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636.947.5617 Speaker’s Bureau: SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636.949.7159 Ongoing Support Groups Wednesdays: TOPS #361 Florissant Meetings 10 –11am, Bethel United Church of Christ, 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd., 314.831.5808. Group support to lose weight. Everyone welcome. Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314.993.5421. First and Third Tuesdays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 12:30 - 2pm, 320 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.968.3477. Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group At Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, 9am, 314.355.1516, Helpline 800.272.3900 Last Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group: Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, 10:30am 314.383.4765 Last Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis & Clark, St. Louis, 1pm, 314.340.6389 Wednesdays: Weekly Cancer Survivor’s Support Group H.W. Koenig Medical Building at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 3 -

4:30pm, free, 636.755.3034 12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Information: metrostlouissia@gmail.com. Wednesdays: New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church 12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, 7:30 – 9pm, www.NarAnon.org Thursdays: Grief Share Support Group Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson 6:30 8pm, leecedra@sbcglobal.net Mondays & Thursdays: Breathe/ for people with pulmonary disease Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104, 11am 12pm, $30, 314-953-6090 Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30-7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Calcium Scoring Heart Scan Program SSM DePaul Health Center. This program uses advanced (CT) imaging to scan the arteries around the heart and measure or score the amount of calcium present in the plaque deposits. This screening, in combination with other heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, etc.) can help determine an overall picture of your current heart health and your risk for developing heart disease. Call 314.344.6030 to learn more about the heart scan program or to schedule an appointment. SSM St. Joseph Health Center & Hospital West Auxiliary Non profit organization assisting the hosp. by holding fund raisering activities, being of service to patients, families, employees & physicians and acting as good will ambassadors to community. We welcome new member. Call Barb Hutchinson 636.947.5466. The Barnes St. Peters Hospital Auxiliary is looking for New Members If you would like to become a member please call 636.916.9664. Gateway to Hope Program

The Gateway to Hope Program arranges care for individuals diagnosed w/breast cancer who are either uninsured or underinsured and reside in MO. Gateway to Hope serves as a breast cancer lifeline for those who do not qualify for government sponsored programs & are unable to afford treatment. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed w/breast cancer & cannot access treatment call Gateway to Hope at 314.569.1113 or www.gthstl.org. Every Wednesday Take Off Pounds Sensibly Group Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 414 S. Church St., St. Peters. Weigh-ins at 8:30 a.m. Business mtg at 10 a.m. Call 636.397.1727 or 636.272.4995 for more info. Every Tues. 6:30–8 p.m. Chemical Dependency Mtg. Christian Hospital. 314.839.3171. Every Tues.: 9–10:30 a.m. TOPS Meetings Take Off Pounds Sensibly. John F. Kennedy Community Center, 315 Howdershell Rd., Florissant. 314.921.7582. Every Tues.: 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free Pilates Class for Cancer Patients & Families Bring own mat. Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way, St. Peters. 636.921.9920. 4th Tuesday of each month: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Diabetes Support Group Hear from experts on how to better manage diabetes & enjoy a healthier life. Located at the H.W. Koenig Medical Bldg., St. Joseph Hospital West. Call 636.625.5447 for more info.

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Valentine’s Day…Umph! I said, “Let me get this straight, Henry; you sent your secretary a dozen roses for Valentine’s Day and now your wife wants a divorce?” “Yeah. She found the credit card slip,”

he mumbled. “Well did you get your wife something?” “I bought her a deer rifle.” “I didn’t know she deer hunted,” I said. He said, “She doesn’t, but she might start. You never know.” “Umph. So the gun was really for you, right?” “Well so what. Last year I bought her a bass boat. She even rode in it once.” “Henry, I’m surprised she waited until now to divorce you. Women usually don’t take kindly to Valentine’s gifts from boat dealers and gun stores. They like diamonds and furs and chocolates…maybe a South Sea cruise. And they don‘t like sharing husbands with secretaries.” “What do you know? You aren’t even married.” “I was once but it didn’t work out. She left me for a guy that bought her a diamond ring for Valentine’s Day. He used my credit card.” “Alright wise guy, what did you buy her?”

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“An accident, I assume?” “Ummmm…never mind. Anyway, she and I figured this turned out to be best for both of us. She gets the house, the car and the money and I get Tammy.” “Ummm…wait a minute, you call that the best? You got another house and car I don’t know about?” I have my old pickup truck and Tammy has an apartment.” “Where you gonna’ store your bass boat…or is it still your wife’s bass boat?” “I parked it in your driveway. You can sell it for me and I’ll use the money to buy Tammy a diamond ring.“ “Gee thanks,” I groaned. “You mean you’re gonna’ marry her?” “We already have a prenuptial agreement. She gets fifty grand if we divorce and I won’t ever have to buy her Valentine’s gifts.” “You have fifty grand left?” He smiled and said, “Umph”. This happened a year ago. I found Henry in the park yesterday. He was sleeping on a park bench under some old newspapers. He had a scraggly beard and I barely recognized him. I shook him awake and he smelled of cheap wine and his clothes hadn’t been washed for months. I asked him what happened. He said, “Tammy divorced me when she found out my bass boat was sold and my job got downsized to no job. I said, “I’m sorry, Henry. Did she get the fifty grand?” “She bought a real nice bass boat with it,“ he said. “Can you spare twenty bucks? I’m gonna buy my first wife a Valentine’s card and a box of chocolates. Wait…better make it fifty and I‘ll buy her roses, too.” “Umph.” Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.