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Two HFD firefighter/paramedics were honored recently with the “Chief’s Award” for their efforts in delivering a healthy baby on the side of a busy highway. (from left to right) Hazelwood firefighter/paramedic Kevin Marshall, Hazelwood Fire Chief Dave Radel, Hazelwood firefighter/paramedic Amanda Boyer, and Hazelwood Mayor Matthew Robinson.

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Hazelwood firefighter/paramedics receive chief’s Award for delivering healthy baby along the highway

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By Amanda Meyer At a recent City Council meeting, Hazelwood Fire Chief Dave Radel, with assistance from Mayor Matthew Robinson, presented the “Chief ’s Award” to two of his firefighter/paramedics. Both Amanda Boyer and Kevin Marshall were recognized and honored for their actions which exemplifed the ideals of the Hazelwood Emergency Services. At 12:20am on Tuesday, Feb. 4, the firefighter/paramedics assigned to fire truck 4115 and ambulance 4117 of the Hazelwood Fire Department responded to an Emergency 911 call regarding a pregnant woman in need of assistance on westbound highway I-270 near the North Lindbergh Boulevard overpass. While en route to the scene, Hazelwood police officers advised them it was an imminent delivery. Both Boyer and Marshall were worried about the circumstances and whether the mother was in good health. When they arrived at the scene, the firefighter/paramedics were greeted by the woman’s husband who exclaimed, “The baby is coming!” and Boyer realized she would be delivering her first baby. Boyer, who has been a paramedic for five and a half years, calmed the pregnant woman and assessed her medical needs. She found the woman to be in good health—and good spirits—even though the woman was about to give birth along the highway. Boyer delivered the baby girl with

minimal complications. Her ambulance partner, Kevin Marshall, who has been a paramedic for almost 10 years, notified the hospital and took care of the mother while Boyer stayed with the newborn. Fire Captain Michael Eisenbais recorded the time of birth and coordinated the efforts of his crew members in setting up and deploying equipment, as well as preparing the ambulance for transport with the two patients. Hazelwood police officers were also on hand to guide traffic around the scene and to monitor everyone’s safety that evening in the freezing cold weather. The mom and baby girl were transported to the hospital by a Hazelwood ambulance and were both found to be in good health upon their arrival. While celebrating with the new parents afterwards, there was a “tongue-in-cheek” discussion about giving the baby girl the middle name of “Hazel” since she was born in the City of Hazelwood. However, the department has not received any confirmation that this was carried out. When asked about the experience of delivering her first baby, Boyer said, “I was extremely excited—and a little nervous. I was so excited afterward I could not sleep. I talked with my coworkers about how exciting it was and how blessed I felt to be a part of this amazing life event.” This was the 7th baby Marshall has delivered in the field (his first with

the Hazelwood Fire Department). Both were very surprised about receiving the “Chief ’s Award” as Marshall had never received any recognition for his previous deliveries and Boyer was just happy to be able to share the story with her friends. According to Chief Radel, “Bearing in mind the kinds of mayhem and disasters that our first responders encounter on a regular basis, I’m very thankful that Amanda and Kevin had the opportunity to help this mother bring a healthy baby into the world.”

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Around Town Local news and events like Mayor Schneider’s recent visit to North County Tech and a local USA sled hockey player’s upcoming trip to Sochi.

Business SBA to host two workshops and the upcoming “Taste of North County”

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North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice Candidates Forum North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice will hold its first candidates forum on March 18 at 6:30pm at St. Marks United Methodist Church, 315 Graham Road in Florissant. All candidates running for office this year for the positions of Ferguson-Florissant School Board; Hazelwood School Board; St. Louis Community College Board; Florissant City

Council; or St. Louis County Executive are invited to attend. Each candidate will be allowed to speak for five minutes and will be asked to respond to questions following the presentations. All candidates who wish to participate must contact Dr. Rance Thomas, at 314.238.6828 no later than March 12. The public is invited to attend and participate.

Underwood Library Receives Scholarly Book Donation The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints recently donated a book series to the David L. Underwood library at St. Louis Community College-Florissant Valley. The Middle Eastern Texts Initiative (METI) Book Series includes translations of Eastern Christian texts from the Arabic original, as well as Islamic and philosophical texts. Examples of this work include: Avicenna’s The Metaphysics of the Healing; "Averroes’ Middle Commentary on Aristotle De Amina; and Ephrem the Syrian, a selection of poems. Courtesy of St. Louis Community College-Florissant Valley Rihab Sawah, associate professor of physics and co-chair of the Global EduTwo weeks later Sawah received an email incation Committee, was instrumental in making forming her that the books were already shipped this happen. to St. Louis, and that she could proceed with the “I attended a lecture in St. Louis about the donation procedures. METI at Brigham Young University that has been Sawah said the book-series donation to the Datranslating Arabic Scientific texts dating back to vid L. Underwood library was the first donation the golden age of Islam in the Middle Ages,” said to an academic institution by the Church of Jesus Sawah. “It was through this that I connected with Christ of Latter-day Saints. a community representative from the church, “These books will serve as great resources and she informed me about a possible donation through our MOBIUS system,” Sawah said. to our library.” “These books will allow our students to have a global experience without having to leave St. Louis,” said Marcia Pfeiffer, president of STLCC-Florissant Valley. Each of the texts published by METI at BYU includes the Arabic original text on the right side of the page, and the translation on the opposite page. This makes them accessible to a much wider audience around the world. Sawah said the effort in preserving ancient texts is rare, and is similar to the example of the Loeb Library published by Harvard University Press for Greek and Latin texts. METI has published 25 books in this series.

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Mayor Schneider Visits North County Tech

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Mayor Schneider was recently invited to visit North County Technical High School by Joshua Galati (instructor) to learn about the Certified Production Technician Program (CPT) and to promote an open house on March 6. Mayor Schneider was very impressed with the students, staff and industry volunteer instructors. Photos of fully employed 19 yearold graduates with their new cars best tells the story about this tremendous educational resource for Florissant high school students. North County Tech High School will host an open house on Thursday, March 6 from 4:30-7:30pm. For more information visit www.northtechnical.org. In today’s technology driven society, capturing the attention of high school students can be a daunting task. Active engagement in learning provides students with the necessary skills to competently meet the challenges in today’s work place. Employable skills such as problem solving, decision making, teamwork, organization planning, social interaction, adaptability, leadership, consensus building, career awareness and self development are emphasized. The CPT program enables students to build these foundational skills. Some of the categories the CPT will be trained in are electrical, electronics, fluid power, manufacturing processes, mechanical, quality assurance and safety.

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STLCC-Meramec to Host Spring Career Fair March 6 St. Louis Community College-Meramec’s Career and Employment Services (CES) office at will host a Spring Career Fair 9am-2:30pm Thursday, March 6, in the gymnasium on campus, 11333 Big Bend Road. More than 60 employers will be on campus looking to fill full- and part-time positions, as well as offer internship opportunities. Jobseekers should arrive between 9:30am and noon to ensure recruiters will be available. Attendance has averaged more than 300 in previous years. Jobseekers are encouraged to prepare for the event. Recommendations include: • Request a list of employers recruiting at the fair and begin researching positions they are seeking. Conducting the proper research allows participants the opportunity to tailor resumes to fit the employer’s needs. Having a list prior to attending the fair will ensure that you are able to plan which table to visit. • Bring at least 30 copies. Some employers will not accept hard copy resumes and will direct potential employees to apply online. This is to comply with federal regulations of how employers keep data on applicants. Participants should come prepared to speak directly with employers. • Develop a 20- to 30-second spiel about yourself. • Dress to impress. Be confident in your appearance. Wear professional clothing such as collared shirts, a tie, slacks and jacket for men. Ladies should wear a suit, skirt, blouse or slacks.

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• Respect others’ space, and maintain confident nonverbal communication. Make frequent eye contact, have a friendly demeanor and a firm handshake • Bring a portfolio, notepad and pen. • Prepare three to four questions to ask employers • Additional tips include asking for a business card from employers and sending a “thank you” note within 24 hours if you received any special information CES will have an online application station so attendees can apply for positions the day of the fair. Tables will be available for attendees to complete hard copy applications. For more information, contact 314.984.7611 or email CES@stlcc.edu.

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Home & Garden Show is the Place to Ritenour Alum with USA Sled Hockey Team See, Learn about and Buy the Latest Heads to Sochi for Paralympics Home Products and Services Steve Cash, a 2007 RHS graduate, is The St. Louis 37th Annual Builders Home & Garden Show returns to America’s Center Thursday, March 6 through Sunday, March 9. One of the largest quality consumer home shows in North America, the Home & Garden Show is your source for everything you need for your home – inside and out! The show is produced by the Home Builders Association. The Builders Home & Garden Show is actually six shows in one, showcasing the latest in Lawn & Garden, Kitchen & Bath, Interior Design, Pool & Spa, Building Products and Green Products. More than 400 exhibitors in 1,800 booths fill nearly 400,000 square feet and provide consumers with an excellent buying opportunity, competitive pricing and side-by-side comparison between companies. Shop for patios, pools, outdoor lighting, decks, windows, doors and everything imaginable for your home. Bring your plans and have your questions answered by the experts. The Home & Garden Show is more than just windows and doors. Along with everything you need for your home and yard, visitors have the chance to learn and be entertained. Go back in time with the JFK Experience, a compelling, interactive traveling museum featuring memorabilia and items from John F. Kennedy’s life and presidency. Don’t miss this captivating look at the life of one of America’s most popular, enduring figures. Admission to the exhibit is included in the price of your Home Show ticket. The Home Show is always a family-friendly destination, so bring the kids for fun on the inflatable slide and the swing ride. Kids can also visit the Children’s Garden Club, brought to the Show by St. Louis County Parks, for fun make-it and take-it projects. Show hours are Thursday, March 6 through Saturday, March 8, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, March 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission price is $10 for adults, $4 for children ages six to twelve, and free for children five and under. Special show discounts are available with coupons from Schnucks. Pre-purchase tickets online to receive $2 off adult admission any show day and included is a full year’s subscription to Better Homes & Gardens (a value of $6). 3,500 parking spaces are available at Laclede’s Landing and the Arch garage. Visitors may park at participating lots for $3-$4 with parking validation and catch a free shuttle to and from America’s Center. The shuttle will run in 10-15 minute intervals throughout the show. For more information, visit www.STLHomeShow.com.

heading to Sochi as starting goaltender with the USA Ice Sled Hockey Team for the 2014 Paralympic Games March 7-16 with the hopes of bringing home another gold medal. Cash broke a record in the 2010 Paralympics in Vancouver with five straight shutout games to bring home the gold. Among his other accolades is ESPN’s ESPY Award as the 2010 Best Male Athlete with Disability. NBC and NBCSN will be airing most of the games. Check out ESPN’s feature on the Overland native and world-class sled hockey goalie who overcame a childhood cancer that led to losing his leg.

Students and Families Get CatholicFIT Together By Cara Koen What started as a casual conversation after mass between a parishioner and his pastor, has blossomed into a program that will enhance the spiritual and physical wellness of students throughout the Northeast Deanery. Dave Reddy, personal fitness trainer and health coach and parishioner at St. Ferdinand Parish in Florissant, cre- The first of five CatholicFIT workshops for 6th grade students and their families was held on Feb. 19 at ated CatholicFIT, a fitness Blessed Teresa of Calcutta School. Sixth graders, along with their parents and siblings, are invited to education and wellness attend one or more of these free family events - a great opportunity to learn some tips and techniques from a certified health and fitness coach. program, after sharing classes. Each week, P.E. teachers will incorporate his idea with Msgr. Jack Schuler. Father Jack introduced him to the Fed- lessons and handouts focused on a CatholicFIT eration pastors and principals, and together they principle, connecting the topic with Catholic encouraged Reddy to develop his idea into a pro- Catechism and offering suggestions for how to gram that could be shared among all the schools. “eat,” “move” and “act” with intention to honor CatholicFIT is being piloted with 6th grade stu- that principle in daily life. CatholicFIT is not only collaborative among dents in the eight Federation schools. Reddy sees a strong connection between the schools, but also encourages family involvefaith and fitness, between spiritual and physical ment. Parents are invited to opt-in to a weekly health, and notes that elementary school is an email series that covers the same topics their ideal time for kids to start noticing and reflecting child learns about in class. Families are also enon this connection. “Being CatholicFIT is not couraged to attend one or more of the five family about being super holy and super fit—it is about fitness workshops that are scheduled around the offering universal, values-based programs for deanery. As a pilot program, participation and feedour children so when they struggle in either area throughout life, they look back upon this experi- back will be tracked to make improvements to the CatholicFIT concept, which Reddy will also ence for guidance and support,” says Reddy. Reddy met with P.E. teachers at Professional share at the Archdiocese Health & Safety Summit Learning Team meetings in January and Febru- in June 2014. For more information please visit www.federaary to share CatholicFIT concept and provided tionofcatholicschools.org. suggestions and materials for presenting during

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Comment Deadline for Florissant CDBG and CAPER Approaching

Hazelwood Police Department to Crackdown on Drunk Driving for St. Patrick’s Day Holiday

A 15-day comment period regarding Florissant’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for FY 2013 will end at 5pm on Friday, March 7. The plan is available for review at the Florissant Government Building, 1055 rue St. Francois or on line at www.florissantmo.com on the community development web page. The public is invited to submit written comments to comara@florissantmo.com, or send to: CDBG Program, Florissant Government Building, 1055 rue St. Francois, Florissant. For additional information, contact Carol O’Mara, Community Development Director at 314. 839.7680

The Hazelwood Police Department (HPD) will be out in force as part of the national St. Patrick’s Day Holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” crackdown on drunk driving. This public safety campaign, which will include high-visibility enforcement within the city limits of Hazelwood, is set for the weekend of March 14-17. HPD officers will be aggressively patrolling their sectors during this nationwide crackdown and looking for intoxicated drivers. Anyone caught driving drunk will be arrested. To increase its effectiveness, the department will be conducting saturation patrols and, if weather permits, a DWI sobriety checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city limits. Having a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher is the threshold used to determine whether or not an individual is intoxicated. Although it is illegal in all 50 states, including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, to drive drunk, far too many people get behind the wheel after consuming too much alcohol. The latest statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration underscore the seriousness of this national drunk driving epidemic. “Every year, about one-third of all motor vehicle traffic deaths involve one or more impaired drivers or motorcycle operators,” said Chief of Police Gregg Hall, Hazelwood Police Department. “In 2013, 218 people were killed and 666 were seriously injured on Missouri’s roadways in accidents that involved at least one substanceimpaired driver.” Chief Hall adds that more people tend to go overboard with their drinking during the St. Patrick’s Day holiday which only exasperates the problem. During the St. Patrick’s Day holiday in 2013, 412 DWI arrests were made statewide. Research has shown that high-visibility enforcement like the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign reduces drunk driving fatalities by as

Ferguson-Florissant Holds District Spelling Bees The FergusonFlorissant School District held its annual District-wide Spelling Bees on February 10 and 11. Holman Elementary School fifth-grader Estephanie Estrada won the districtwide spelling bee, and two students – Holman Elementary School Principal Jamie Otto, 5th grade Commons Lane Ele- student and District Spelling Bee Winner Estephanie Esmentary sixth-grad- trada, and her father. Photo courtesy of the Ferguson-Florissant er Megan Mathers School District. and Ferguson MidEstrada won the competition. dle eighth-grader Alexandria All 20 school level winners, Taylor -- were selected as fi- including Estephanie Estrada, nalists and competed in the St. were invited to participate in Louis Post-Dispatch Regional the Post-Dispatch Spelling Bee Spelling Bee on March 1. written semi-finals, held Feb. Fifty-eight students com- 22 at McKendree College in peted in grade-level competi- Lebanon, Ill. Commons Lane tions for grades 4-8 on Feb. 10 Elementary sixth-grader Meat the District’s Administration gan Mathers and Ferguson Center in Florissant. The win- Middle eighth-grader Alexners of each grade level are as andria Taylor were selected as follows: finalists. Mathers and Taylor Fourth grade: Brittany Jen- joined 32 other top spellers kins from throughout the metropolFifth grade: Sarah Mueller itan area to compete in the St. Sixth grade: Marissa Hughes Louis Post-Dispatch Regional Seventh grade: Quinten Ford Spelling Bee on March 1. Eighth grade: Alexandria Taylor On Feb. 11, the 20 winners of elementary and middle school spelling bees previously held throughout the District participated in the District Championship Spelling Bee at the District’s Administration Center. Holman Elementary School fifth-grader Estephanie

much as 20 percent. “By joining this nationwide effort, the HPD steps up its efforts to keep local roadways safer for everyone,” he added. “We want to remind everyone that getting behind the wheel drunk is a bad idea. Unfortunately, not only does drinking impair your ability to operate a vehicle safely, but it also impairs your ability to make good decisions. If you have any doubt about your sobriety, don’t get behind the wheel. If you choose to drive impaired, you run the risk of being arrested. There will be no warnings or excuses,” Chief Hall said. Being arrested for drunk driving brings a wide range of negative consequences into one’s life. Drunk drivers can face jail time, loss of their driver’s license, and financial setbacks such as higher insurance rates, attorney fees, court costs, lost time at work, and the potential loss of employment. When family, friends and co-workers find out, violators often face tremendous personal embarrassment as well. According to Chief Hall, “Driving drunk is simply not worth the risk. So don’t take the chance. Remember, we will be out in force and we will be watching, so ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.’” For more information, visit the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign Headquarters at www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov or www.saveMOlives.com.

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How to Win Government Contracts Through SBA’s 8(a) Program The Small Business Association’s St. Louis District Office is hosting a free seminar titled “How to Win Government Contracts through the 8(a) Program” at 10am on March 26 at the SBA district offices, Spruce Street, Suite 10.103. The seminar will explain the 8(a) Business Development Program, its benefits, and how to apply. Dennis Melton, SBA’s St. Louis District Director, notes, “SBA’s 8(a) Government Contracting Program has proven highly successful over the years. When companies which are 8(a) certified follow the program and aggressively pursue opportunities their success can be phenomenal.” The seminar is free and open to the public. RSVP is required to Gary Alexander at gary.alexander@sba.gov. Space is limited so early registration is encouraged. Please call Gary Alexander at 314.539.6612 for further information. This event is in a federal building. Be prepared to go through security. Parking is available in the surrounding area (parking is not validated) and the building is close to Metrolink and Metrobus stops.

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SBA St. Louis Presents Certification Workshop In recognition of Women’s History Month, SBA’s St. Louis District Office and Grace Hill Women’s Business Center will present a free workshop on the various certification programs available which can help women-owned small businesses obtain contracts with federal, state and local government. The event will occur on Wednesday, March 5, from 1-4pm at Direct Impact Enterprise Center, 10259 St. Charles Rock Road in St. Ann. Presenters will discuss SBA’s 8(a) Business Development, HUBZone, Women-Owned Small Business, Economically Disadvantaged WomenOwned Small Business (WOSB/EDWOSB), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) programs; State of Missouri M/ WBE certification; Lambert Airport MWDBE certification. A representative from the Missouri

Procurement Technical Assistance Center will also present. Dennis Melton, SBA’s St. Louis District Director, notes, “There have been significant changes and improvements to contracting programs for woman-owned small businesses in recent years. More women are starting businesses in fields that have been traditionally male-dominated. These contracting programs help women get a foothold in government contracting.” RSVP is required to Angie Wells at angela. wells@sba.gov or 314.539.6613. While the event is focused on women, anyone may attend. For more information about what SBA can do for small businesses, please contact your local SBA office. The St. Louis District Office can be reached at 314.539.6600 or www.sba.gov/mo/ stlouis.

Greater North County Chamber & City of Florissant to host Business Fair, “Taste of North County” The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce and the City of Florissant will co-sponsor the 26th Anniversary of the Chamber’s Business Showcase, featuring a “Taste of North County.” The event will be held on Saturday, March 22, from 10am2 pm, at the James J. Eagan Community Guests enjoy samples of great cuisine at the “Taste of North County” in 2013. Center in Florissant. The public is invited to attend the event to learn more about local businesses and organizations and the products and services they offer to the community. Admission to the Business Showcase is free. The “Taste of North County,” will feature local restaurants. The community will be able to sample some of the great cuisine available in North County. The cost is $7 for ages 11-adult and $4 for ages 3-10 (children under 3 are free). The chamber is seeking vendors for both the Business Showcase and the “Taste of North County.” The event is open to both Chamber members and non-members. For more information on exhibitor fees, call the Chamber office at 314.831.3500 or visit www. greaternorthcountychamber.com.

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Riverview Gardens High School Student Advances to State in DECA Competition Marrio Roberts, RGHS senior, recently became this year’s state qualifier at the 2014 DECA District competition. As an integral part of the classroom curriculum, DECA’s industryvalidated competitive events are aligned with the National Curriculum Standards in the career clusters of marketing, business management and administration, finance, and hospitality and tourism. Roberts competed in Food Marketing and Individual Series at the competitive district conference and will advance to the state competition held at the Lake of the Ozarks in March. Other RGHS competitors included Eniya Dale, principles of hospitality; Kalen-Mikal Grant, marketing management; Jasmine Pratt, principles of marketing; and Kristopher Grant, principles of finance.

Kindergarten Registration Kickoff Takes Place March 11 The Ritenour School District invites families who reside in the district and have children entering kindergarten this fall to attend a Kindergarten Kickoff & Registration Night from 5-7pm on Tuesday, March 11. The registration event will be held at Ritenour Middle School, 2500 Marshall Ave. Families can register students to enter kindergarten in the fall of 2014 at the event if they are 5 years old on or before July 31, 2014. Kindergarten teachers and school administrators will be on hand from each of Ritenour’s six elementary schools to answer questions and discuss expectations. In addition, information will be available about transportation, special education, kindergarten readiness activities, and before- and after-school care. For more information about the Kindergarten Kickoff event, please call 314.493.6006. After the March 11 kickoff, parents can register their upcoming Ritenour kindergartners at Ritenour’s Administrative Center, 2420 Woodson Road, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30am-10:30am and on Wednesdays from 1-3pm. For more information about general registration, call 314.493.6048.

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Pattonville Educators Volunteer Saturday for “Unconference” Learning Eight educators from Pattonville volunteered their time on a recent Saturday to be students and teachers at edcampSTL, a unique professional development billed as an “unconference.” EdCamp is a nationwide professional learning initiative organized and financially supported by ConnectED Learning, a nonprofit organization that provides professional development opportunities focusing on innovations in “next” practices to better influence the educational environment for all students. The program provides educators an “unconference” format that allows them to learn about topics of interest to them. Attendees set the agenda when they arrive at the event and lead the professional development sessions themselves. It is designed to bring together those interested in learning and sharing the best practices and “next practices” in education. With an estimated 650 attendees, the St. Louis EdCamp is

the largest of its kind to be held in the U.S. Attending the professional development event were: Pattonville High School teachers Jackie Gittemeier, Brian Heyman, Katherine Korte, Rob Lamb, Steven Shaw and Kim Stinnett, along with High School Associate Principal Tiffany Besse and Dr. Jennifer Tiller, Pattonville’s director of secondary education. Lamb, who is also a 1998 Pattonville graduate, and Robert Dillon, a 1992 Pattonville graduate and director of technology at the Affton School District, served on the planning team for the event. “There are so many incredible things happening in learning spaces around the region,” said Dillon, who co-founded edcampSTL three years ago. “EdcampSTL helps to release trapped wisdom into the system as well as connect hard working educators who can often feel isolated in their work.”

Pattonville High School Teachers Participate in Externships More than 15 Pattonville High School teachers have participated in externships with St. Louis area businesses as part of the Innovation High School program and the Boeing Pathways for Teachers grant. This grant is designed to allow teachers to spend two days this semester learning from business partners in the St. Louis region during an externship experience. The purpose of the externships is to expose teachers to current practices in the job market so they are able to increase relevance of learning for students by incorporating real-life, industry-based learning experience in their content areas. To date, Pattonville teachers have completed three externship experiences in the areas of advanced manufacturing, health/medical professions and information technology. “A few of our business partners include Cisco,Talisen, Fred Weber, BJC Healthcare, Boeing, icon Mechanical, Component Bar and many others,” Dr. Joe Dobrinic, principal, said. “Our business partners have readily opened the doors for more than 15 Pattonville educators to learn how to incorporate mathematics, science, English, technology and modern language in the context of how students will use the skills or problem-solv-

ing experiences they are learning at Pattonville High School in career fields of their interest.” Dobrinic said “teachers have reported that this has been one of the most meaningful professional development experiences they have had during their career; they are truly rejuvenated and eager to learn more. Many participants have begun implementing some of their learning through problem-based activities in mathematics and social studies, as well as advising during Pirate Connections.” The next phase of the externship experience is the Summer Institute, during which teachers will select a business partner to shadow for a day then spend time developing problem-based activities for use during the 2014-2015 school year. “Our hopes are that through successful completion of the institute, we are able to extend this invitation to more staff in an effort to continue shaping the career readiness experience for Pattonville High School students,” Dobrinic said. Businesses interested in partnering with Pattonville, may contact Pattonville High School Associate Principal Tiffany Besse at tbesse@psdr3.org.

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Youngest Pick: “Spike, the Ugliest Dog in the Universe” 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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It’s peevish when a pup’s claim to fame isn’t his pedigree, but his looks. Spike, the Ugliest Dog in the Universe, makes peace with his appearance in a book with a fun twist by Debra Frasier. Everyone wants to be in the newspaper, unless it’s for winning a contest like Spike did. What pet desires a glossy print and story about being the ugliest in the land? Not Snow White’s mom, and certainly not Spike. The contest was a precursor to what lay ahead. The pooch’s owners strand him, leaving Spike homeless. Luckily little Joe is his neighbor. The boy takes a shine to Spike, only to hear his mom say they can’t afford a dog. Spike refuses to be a pound dropoff and consults the fluffy kitty next door for tips on being irresistible so Joe’s mommy will see he won’t be any trouble. Fate steps in when that doesn’t happen, and Spike rises like cream to the surface. When it comes to cat nabbing, Spike doesn’t catnap.

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consent 23. Compass dir. 24. Agitate 25. OB-GYN test 28. “The Sun ___ Rises” 30. Marked by smallpox 35. Misfortunes 37. Flock members 39. Alluring maiden 40. Surveyor’s map 41. *King of the Elephants 43. Long forearm bone

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22. Not square 24. Sears’ partner 25. *Pig-tailed, read-headed nine-year-old 26. To bet everything 27. Isometric core exercise 29. ____ vs. Class 31. 1973 event in Chile e.g. 32. Russia’s prosperous peasant 33. “Sesame Street” Muppet 34. *”_____ of a Wimpy Kid” 36. Flight segment 38. Actress ____ Gilbert 42. “Dancing with the Stars”

number 45. Thumb drive, e.g. 49. Rolodex abbr. 51. Thick soup 54. Approximately, as in date 56. Helped 57. *Amelia Bedelia, e.g. 58. Norse capital 59. Marries 60. Self-referential 61. Pick-up ____ 62. Student’s quarters 63. Away from port 64. Greek H 66. Scepter’s partner

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“Pompeii”

epic explosions near the Like Titanic before end. Director Paul W.S. it, Pompeii features an Anderson (Resident Evil) historic event bookuses an imagined love marked by a love story. story to bring the longUnlike that Leonardo dead city back to life for DiCaprio/Kate Winslet two hours. adventure, the romance In real life, Pompeii is a preceding the volcafascinating place, one that nic eruption in Pompeii has been called a “city frodoesn’t generate any real zen in time.” Volcanic ash sparks. covered the entire city as Long before Mt. Vesuwell as the unfortunate vius erupts in A.D. 79, a residents. Their bodies young boy named Milo disintegrated, leaving beIn truth, Pompeii’s ruins are more (Kit Harrington) watchhind impressions in the es the Romans murder ash. Some citizens esinteresting than the movie that his entire tribe of Celtic caped in the days before bears its name.” horsemen. Pretendthe eruption, but the rest ing to be dead, Milo were lost. makes his escape under Archaeological teams cover of darkness, but excavating the city creathe is later captured and ed plaster casts from the forced into gladiator ash impressions, showtraining. ing the agony of the dyAs an adult, Milo, now ing victims. Scientists known as the Celt, gains have spent years studya reputation as a skillful, ing the victim’s postures brutal warrior. He and as well as the his owner travel to Pompreserved arpeii so they can make tifacts from more money. In the this lost city. process, Milo meets and Traveling exPompeii photos courtesy of TriStar Pictures falls in love with Cassia hibits also of(Emily Browning), the daughter of a wealthy merchant. fer a tantalizing glimpse at everyday life in These star-crossed lovers might eventually get together A.D. 79. if it wasn’t for the ominous rumblings of Mt. Vesuvius. In truth, Pompeii’s ruins are more interThough not necessarily a bad movie, Pompeii is over- esting than the move that bears its name. long and a little boring since everyone knows there are While Anderson’s film culminates earth-

By Steve Bryan - Rated: PG-13 quakes and explosions, the romantic elements to the story pale in comparison. Kit Harrington does a passable job as Milo, the last surviving Celtic horseman. Milo is a rather stoic fellow and knows he has to kill other slaves in order to survive. Emily Browning is rather pretty but unemotional as his love interest Cassia. They make a good-looking couple, but their chemistry is lacking. Carrie Anne-Moss from The Matrix trilogy has some good moments, though, as does Kiefer Sutherland as the Roman villain of the piece. Overall, though, Pompeii doesn’t deliver as much bang for the buck as it should. The story has great promise, but it quickly falls into ruin. Pompeii, rated PG-13 for intense battle sequences, disaster-related action and brief sexual content, 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 Lindenwood Football Player Could be Selected in the NFL Draft At 6 feet 2 inches, 206 pounds, cornerback Pierre Desir, #3 on the Lindenwood University football squad, recently received an invitation to the Senior Bowl. He will be a member of the North squad in the game in Mobile, Ala. Desir also participated in the East-West Shrine Bowl in Florida. The Francis Howell Central high school graduate is vying to become the first Lindenwood player selected in the NFL Draft. *He has the talent UMSL Softball Team Moves up to No. 11 The University of Missouri-St. Louis women’s softball team has recently moved up to #11 in the initial National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Division II Poll. The program’s highest-ever ranking. The Tritons, which began the season ranked 18th in the preseason poll, posted a 5-1 record at the Arkansas-Monticello 8-State Classic in the last weekend of February to warrant the seven-spot jump. The Tritons are the lone Great Lakes Valley Conference team in the top 25. UMSL’s previous high ranking was No. 15 on April 15, 2009. The NFCA Division II Top 25 Poll is voted on by 16 NCAA Division II head coaches with two representing each of the eight NCAA regions. *Strut your stuff Think Swimming and Winning The Lindenwood men’s swimming and diving squad recently took the 2014 New South Intercollegiate Swim Conference Championship title. The chapion-

ship is the first NCAA Division II conference title for the program, and the team is the fifth at Lindenwood to win a conference championship at the NCAA level. The Lions finished the competition with 992.5 points and finished 70.5 points ahead of runner-up Delta State. Lindenwood grabbed a narrow lead on the first day of the event and held on to it for the rest of the competition. Individual awards included: David Cochran, diver of the meet; Chris Pape, diving coach of the year; Jason Owen, NSISC co-swimming coach of the year. Individual race winners included: Igor Mijatovic in the 1,000 and 1,650 free races; Gustavo Silva Santa in the 200 and 500 free events; Mateusz Pacholczyk in the 100 and 200 breast; Cochran in both one-meter and three-meter diving events; and Felix Eigel in the 400 IM. Eleven Lindenwood swimmers have earned all-conference honors, they include: Ivars Akmentins, Sylwester Borowicz-Skoneczny, Cochran, Eigel, Cody Friedhoff, Mijatovic, Pacholczyk, Ramunas Paknys, Arturs Plots, Alex Sajewski, and Silva Santa. *Many leaders Upcoming Sporting Events Around Town • St. Patrick’s Day Run wants YOU to participatewww.StPatParade.org-also click on WATCH 2013 PARADE • 79-Days until the River City Rascals hear ‘play ball” at the home opener. www.RiverCityRascals. com. 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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Whether eating together as a family, or enjoying breakfast on-the-go, it’s easy to boost the nutritional value of morning meals by incorporating foods with whole grain, protein and fiber. Fueling your body and refreshing your brain, a breakfast packed with these nutrients makes for a productive and efficient day. So jump-start your day with a nutritious breakfast that will provide lasting energy and help keep you satisfied. The benefits really stack up—from lower levels of stress and fatigue, to helping you maintain a healthy weight. Fuel up the family Make breakfast a priority by stocking up on nutritious foods the whole family will enjoy, such as the new Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy cereal. Each serving is loaded with whole grain, 6 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber, giving you the energy to help get you going and keep you going!

Make time for it While many believe their lives are simply too busy to include energy-boosting meals in their day, there are easy ways to work it into your hectic routine. Need an on-the-go breakfast? This recipe for Morning Energy Mocha Balls features Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy Chocolatey Almond Crunch cereal. It is an easy no-bake option and you can whip up a big batch to last you through the week. In the morning, just throw a few Mocha Balls in a baggy and enjoy these bite-sized breakfast treats wherever your morning takes you. Smoothies are also a breakfast favorite, perfect for blending, grabbing and getting you on your way. Fill up your favorite to-go cup with this Mixed Berry Smoothie to enjoy on your way to work or school. Or, gather the family together and warm up your weekend morning routine with this delicious recipe for Cinnamon Breakfast Squares with Yogurt and Berries. For more information, visit: www.honeybunchesofoats.com or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/

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Morning Energy Mocha Balls Prep Time: 15 minutes • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes • Makes: 20 balls Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy Chocolatey Almond Crunch cereal 1/2 cup walnut halves 1 teaspoon chia seeds 1 teaspoon flax seeds 1 teaspoon sesame seeds 4 tablespoons almond butter 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 2 tablespoons dried cranberries

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoons espresso powder 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt 1/4 cup toasted unsweetened coconut for rolling (optional) Directions: Place cereal in a food processor. Process until finely ground. Add walnut halves, chia seeds, flax seeds, sesame seeds, almond butter, honey, maple syrup, cranberries, vanilla, espresso powder and sea

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Cinnamon Breakfast Squares with Yogurt and Berries

Prep Time: 10 minutes • Total Time: 10 minutes • Makes: 4 servings Ingredients: 1/2 cup Honey Bunches of Oats Honey Roasted cereal 2 cups cold fat free milk 1 container (6 ounces) strawberry low-fat

salt to bowl. Process until well blended and mixture forms stiff dough. Remove dough and form into compact ball with hands. Form dough into 1-inch balls and roll in toasted coconut, if desired. Place balls on wax-paper lined sheet and let stand for about one hour, then transfer to tin or container with tight lid. Balls will keep for at least a week at room temperature, or they can be chilled.

Prep Time: 15 minutes • Total Time: 45 minutes • Makes: 6 breakfast squares Ingredients: 1 cup Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy Cinnamon Crunch cereal 1/3 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 3 eggs 1/2 cup nonfat milk 2 tablespoons melted butter, cooled 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 cup (6 ounces) Greek yogurt 3 cups fresh berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries) or favorite fruit of choice Honey, for drizzling Nutmeg or cinnamon, for sprinkling Directions: Heat oven to 425°F. Lightly butter and

flour 8-inch square pan, or coat lightly with nonstick cooking spray. In mixing bowl, stir together cereal, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cinnamon. While stirring, slightly crush cereal using back of spoon or rubber scraper; set aside. In another bowl, beat eggs until well blended. Add milk, melted butter and vanilla; mix well. Combine egg mixture with flour mixture. Pour batter (it will be thin) into prepared baking pan. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until it is set when lightly touched in middle. Remove from oven and set on wire rack to cool for 10 minutes. To serve, cut into 6 equal-sized bars and place on serving plates. Top each square with a dollop of Greek yogurt, surround with fruit and drizzle with honey. Sprinkle with nutmeg or cinnamon and serve immediately.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events March 6: Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 Trivia Night 6pm, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois . For more information please call 314.831.6121. March 7: Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 Fish Fry. 3-7pm, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information please call 314.831.6121. March 7, Knights of Columbus Council 2951 Fish Fry 3:30-7pm, Knights of Columbus Council 2951, 50 Rue St. Francois. All proceeds go to charities. March 7: 2nd Annual International Women’s Day St. Louis 2014 1-6:30pm, Missouri Athletic Club – Downtown, 405 Washington Avenue. An amazing afternoon of seminars, networking and the celebration of women business owner and entrepreneurs. Tickets are $67. Register online at www. WomensDaySTL.com or call 314.800.1153. March 8: Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 Breakfast 8-10am, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois. Cost is $5 per plate. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information please call 314.831.6121.

March 8: Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 Flea Market 8am-1pm, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois. For more information, or to make table reservations, call Nick at 314.503.1303. March 11: Florissant Valley Fire Protection District Open House. 11am-1pm, 661 St. Ferdinand Street in Florissant. March 17: Nurses in the Civil War Re-enactment 7pm, Education Building of Immanuel UCC Chruch, 211 Church Street in Ferguson. Nurses in the Civil War re-enactment at the March meeting of the FergusonFlorissant branch of the American Association of University Women. The meeting is free and open to the public. For information, call 314.355.1125, 314.867.4755 or 314.831.5359 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 Cancer 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 March 1: St. Peters United Friday, March 7: Fish Fry, Bellefon-

taine United Methodist Church 4-6pm, Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Road. Children under 6 are free, single plate $7.50, double $8.50. Please call 314.867.0800 for more information.

Third Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association At Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, 10 – 11am, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr., St. Louis, 314.292.7504

Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737

Health Every Monday, Health Tips With Mary Swip 11am,. The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant. Sales Director Mary Swip will have a guest speaker come talk about health and wellness tips All Bridge events are free, but require reservations. Please RSVP by calling 314.831.0988. 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.

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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 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

www.mycnews.com • Community News • March 5, 2014 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. 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 pic-

ture 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.

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1st Thur.: 7 p.m. Parents W/O Partners, North County Chapter General Mtg, 2435 Creve Coeur Mill Rd. 314.739.0880.

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. First Thurs. 10:30–11:30 a.m. Caregiver Class from BJC Home Care Services, free to public, Topics: care, stress relief, legal issues, Siteman Cancer Cntr., BarnesJewish St. Peters Hospital conference rm. Info. 314-575-3983. Every Sun.: 6:30 p.m. Every Mon.: 9:30 a.m. Survivors of Incest Anonymous Meetings Women only. Sundays at Holy Communion Episcopal Church, 7601 Delmar, U. City. 314.993.5421 or 636.561.1407. Mondays in Wentzville, call 636.561.1407. 1st Thur.: 6:30–7:30 p.m. Conquer: A Support Group for Adults with Cancer Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hosp, SUDOKU answers from page 8

2nd Wed. 6–7:30 p.m. Talking Man to Man about Prostate Cancer Support group for men diagnosed w/prostate cancer at any stage. Barnes St. Peters. 636.916.9947. 3rd Tues.: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Grief & Loss Support Group— DePaul Hospital Share experiences of grief & loss w/those who share similar feelings. Led by trained coordinators & Pastor David Boyle. Bridgeton Trails Library, Rm 2. 314.344.7356. Nurses & company. Flu shots avail. for small cost. 115 Piper Hill Dr., St. Peters. 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. Weekly 6:30 p.m. Survivors of Incest Anonymous Mtg. 12 Step Program for Women sexually abused in childhood. At Holy Communion Episcopal Church, 7601 Delmar, University City. Lower Level. Call 314.993.5421.

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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,

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Prenups and Youthful Naivety A recent Bloomberg news item indicates that prenuptial agreements or “Prenups” are being pooh-poohed by most young couples but after divorce and remarriage, becoming more acceptable. I couldn’t help chuckling after reading this informative piece. I imagined myself and my future bride of my salad days discussing a prenuptial agreement before we were married. I can say without hesitation the marriage would have been called off the minute my future bride tired of chasing me with a blunt instrument. Of course, she may have merely had silent thoughts of “You gotta sleep sometime, Buster” as she had when we discussed contrary subjects after the honeymoon but I wouldn’t bet on it. In view of personal observations, I doubt many young couples who fall in serious, starry-eyed love would consider prenuptial agreements much less discuss them. If it were even mentioned among the ones

I knew, the murder rate may have increased in their respective neighborhoods. In recent years, I’ve seen many divorces and in fact, experienced one however my marriage lasted much longer than average. Length of marriage averages alleged by the last census were about eight or nine years after taking into account increases of couples that live together. Apparently many youngsters from divorced parents no longer trust marriage as being necessary to a successful relationship. However there comes the ubiquitous question of commitment and security for pregnant wives and future children. lthough my future bride and myself would have probably turned our naive noses up at a prenuptial agreement as would have most other young couples, I can’t help thinking all of us may have been better off having one, especially if children were involved. Since marriage is actually something of a legal agreement requiring a license, perhaps it would seem logical to extend that legal agreement to automatically include a prenup. Of course, this would require legislative action and we’ve all seen how effective our current legislatures are. As is the custom in the U.S., when an action isn’t working well and various people become victimized, passing a law to prevent it is legislated. Passing a law requiring prenuptial agreements would necessitate a majority to agree to it. For various male legislators to agree might cause concern by their brides who may

entertain those familiar “You-gotta-sleep-sometimeBuster” thoughts. In the case of various female legislators, their male colleagues who agree may get stares reminiscent of storybook moat monsters. In other words, forget it. Looking back on my personal divorce, by that time our children were grown except for one teenager. Although it had its ill effects on all of them, my soonto-become ex didn’t launch vengeful settlement or custody fights. We were lucky, or I was, but many of my generation and younger ones went through bitter, costly divorces. Had there been a prenup, it’s possible they would have fared better as well as the children. In the old days, there were “shotgun weddings”, which usually involved out-of-wedlock pregnancies. Prenups weren’t considered but bullet-proof vests may have been a good idea. Now that we’re a more sophisticated society graduating 40,000 lawyers every year, the only thing we require are DNA tests or courtroom drama to see who is the best liar. We even have bankruptcy lawyers to dodge paying divorce lawyers. This brings my last observation; for obvious reasons, divorce lawyers would almost certainly be against prenuptial agreement laws. Oh well. We can’t have everything. May we all marry well, live happily ever after and surprise the inlaws. “He taught me housekeeping; when I divorce I keep the house.” -Zsa Zsa Gabor 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.