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March 7, 2012 Vol. 91 No. 10

Severe Weather Awareness Week is March 12-16.

Prepare Yourself

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The National Weather Service (NWS) and the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) have declared the week of March 12-16, 2012 as Severe Weather Awareness Week for Missouri. The goal of the week is quite simple – save lives. The best way to do this is by being prepared. Everyone should have a basic knowledge of severe weather safety rules and have a severe weather plan in place. Knowing what to do or where to go when severe weather threatens can be the difference between life and death.

A good time for all Missouri citizens to practice their severe weather plans will be during the Annual Missouri Severe Weather Drill, which will be held Tuesday, March 13. Follow these steps to prepare yourself in case of severe weather.

Step 1: Identify the severe weather hazards you may face.

In the Central United States, severe thunderstorms are a fact of life. These storms can produce tornadoes, damag- Joplin, Mo. after the May 22, 2011 tornado. ing wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain that can produce flash flooding. At some such that you need to activate your plan, point in your life, you will likely be faced how will you inform the people you are responsible for? In a home that should with one of these hazards. not be a problem, but in a large workStep 2: Set up your plan.

Everyone should have a severe weath- place you have to have a method for er plan for their home. Likewise, busi- communicating the severe weather innesses need to have a plan for the work- formation to everyone present. This is place. There will be similarities, but there also important at large gatherings, such will also be differences between the two. as sporting events or county fairs.

4. Establish shelter areas in your home Following are some ideas that can be apor workplace. Depending on the amount plied to both.

1. Establish who is responsible for the of people who need to be sheltered, plan. Someone needs to be in charge. For multiple areas may be needed. For large a large workplace that runs several shifts, events, depending on time available, it is you may have several people responsible usually better to have people stay instead of rushing to their automobiles. If your for the plan.

2. How will you receive weather warn- home or building is in an area prone to ings? NOAA Weather Radio is a great flooding, you need to have an evacuation way to receive severe weather warnings plan in place.

Step 3: Practice your plan! from the National Weather Service. You Conduct drills and then review the can also get information from the commercial media, and the Internet. There drill to find strengths and weaknesses are also services today that will send and make improvements where necesweather warning directly to cell phones. sary. It is hard to foresee every circumDo not depend solely on one method. stance, but drills can often bring out Have multiple ways to receive critical problems that were not previously seen.

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Eighth Annual Walk, Run ‘n Roll Life Skills is among eight organizations to join forces at the Eighth Annual Walk Run ‘n Roll for People of All Abilities to raise money and awareness for people with cognitive and developmental disabilities in the St. Louis and St. Charles community. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 at Creve Coeur Park’s Tremayne Shelter, 13725 Marine Avenue, Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043. Visit www.walkrunnroll.org for directions.

Corporate teams, families and individuals will walk, run or roll (i.e. wheelchairs, strollers, wagons and skates)

Spanish Lake Town Hall Meeting The Spanish Lake Community Association will hold its Spring Town Hall meeting for residents at 6:30 p.m. on Monday evening, March 19 at Trinity Catholic High School, 1720 Redman Road, in Spanish Lake.

Speakers from the Circuit Court of St. Louis County will discuss Proposition S on the April ballot, a speaker from FOCUS St. Louis will preview the process to develop a Regional Plan for Sustainable Development and there will be an update on the Watkins Creek Watershed Management Plan.

Call 314.741.4100 for further information.

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for pledged donations. This year’s goal is to raise $217,000 to help people with cognitive and developmental disabilities throughout the St. Louis and St. Charles communities.

The Eighth Annual Walk Run ‘n Roll will feature an array of entertainment, including live music, a doggie depot and face painting. Participants can choose to walk, run or roll the 5K or 1-mile course. The money raised will benefit clients served at eight local non-profits serving people with cognitive and developmental disabilities: Community Living, Emmaus Homes, Giant Steps, Pathways to Independence, Rainbow Village, St. Louis Arc and United Services.

Senior Connections Receives High Marks from Skilled Nursing Facilities Each year Senior Connections, a program founded in 1999 by Dr. Suzsanne Singer of the Singer Institute, asks skilled nursing facilities in the St. Louis area, to evaluate visits made by their Relational Volunteers. The Relational Volunteers make visits weekly to residents who have no visitors.

The evaluation asks the managers and staff if the visits of the Relational Volunteers make a positive impact on those residents they visit. Do the residents increase their participation in facility activities? Do they appear more full of energy? Do they socialize more with residents and/ or staff? The responses have been a resounding “Yes!” The evaluation also questions the facilities about the Relational Volunteers when they visit.

Do the Relational Volunteers interact appropriately with the staff? Does the staff, as a result of the visits by the Relational Volunteers, worry less about the mental, emotional, social, and physical health of participating residents? The answer by the management and staff – “Yes.” An example of a skilled nursing facility’s re-

sponse was written by members of the staff to their Relational Volunteer. The note said, “Thank you so much for everything you do. The loyalty, friendship, love and devotion you show the residents you visit here at our facility is unlike anything we’ve seen before. It really takes a very special person to give their heart like that!”

The Singer Institute is dedicated not only to those residents who usually have no visitors, but to the management and staff of those who are dedicated to their care. It is a partnership that is unique in the United States and plans to expand nationwide. Currently in the St. Louis area, there are 7,000 skilled nursing facility residents who have no visitors. The most current U.S. statistics indicate there are 1.5 million residents in 17,000 skilled nursing facilities.

The Senior Connections program is growing and expanding. There are three training sessions scheduled for aspiring Relation Volunteers. They are asked to give one hour per week for one year.

They are given two four-hour training sessions called The Good Neighbor Program at the following locations for March and April: March 10 and 17 in St. Charles, Mo., and April 14 and 21 in University City, Mo. All prospective Relational Volunteers are required to attend both training sessions. For information regarding serving as a Relational Volunteer, contact the Singer Institute, 943 Warder Ave., University City, MO 63130, 314.727.9202 or www.singerinstitute.org.

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PREPARE YOURSELF prescription medicine and first aid supplies.

• Purchase a generator for your home or business. A generator can provide some basic electric service until the commercial power returns. A generator can also keep health equipment functioning (ventilators, oxygen, monitors) during a power outage. Remember to always follow the instructions when using a generator.

For example, never use a generator in a closed structure. The engine gives off deadly carbon monoxide gas.

Always place the generator outside.

• Make sure all family members know all possible ways to exit your home and where to meet outside the house. Keep all exits clear.

• Choose a place for your family to meet after a disaster in case you are at work or school when the disaster happens.

• Know how to contact your children at their school or daycare and where you can pick them up after a disaster. Designate a specific person to pick up your child if you cannot. Make sure the school or daycare has the most current emergency release information.

• Have a tone-alert weather radio to receive severe weather warnings. Also have a portable radio with extra batteries in case there are power outages.

This allows you to get the most current weather and emergency information quickly.

• Learn first aid and CPR. • In the event of a flood, tornado or earthquake, learn how to shut off your water, gas and electricity. Know where to find the shut-off valves and switches.

• Keep a small amount of cash on hand. ATM’s will not operate if the power is out. • Keep your gas tank full. If the power is out, gas pumps will not operate.

Deadly Tornadoes In September 2011, NOAA’s (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration) National Weather Service released its final assessment report on the May 22, 2011 tornado that struck Joplin, Mo. The report identified best practices and made recommendations to help save more lives during future violent tornadoes. Most importantly, the assessment emphasized that people must be prepared to take immediate action when a warning is issued.

“The tornado that struck Joplin offers important lessons about disaster preparedness,” said National Weather Service Director Jack Hayes, Ph.D. “Tragically, despite advance tornado outlooks, watches and warnings, 159 people died and more than 1,000 were injured.

At NOAA we will do all we can – working with our partners throughout the weather enterprise and emergency management – to reduce the impact of similar disasters.”

This was the single deadliest tornado in U.S. history since modern record-keeping began in 1950. Rated EF-5 on the Enhanced Fujita scale, this milewide tornado was the largest

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and most powerful type, and it traveled 22 miles on the ground.

Warning the public of severe weather is the National Weather Service’s (NWS) most important job. To help the public prepare for tornado situations, the NWS has adopted a Watch and Warning program.

Tornado Watch: This means that conditions are favorable for tornado development. This is the time to prepare. Keep alert by listing to NOAA Weather Radio, or the commercial media for the latest weather information.

Tornado Warning: This means a tornado has been sighted or the NWS is seeing signs on radar that indicate a thunderstorm may be capable of producing a tornado at any minute. People in the path of the storm should take immediate life saving action.

In schools, hospitals, factories, shopping centers and other public places, move to designated shelter areas: Interior hallways on the lowest level are best.

Stay away from windows and out of auditoriums, gym-

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nasiums, or structures with large free span roofs.

In Vehicles: Do not try to outrun a tornado. A tornado does not have to slow down for traffic, stop signs, or curves on the road. Quickly assess your situation. If necessary, seek shelter in a nearby substantial building.

If you have no alternative, abandon your vehicle and hide in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head. Most deaths occur because of the flying debris and head injuries.

Mobile Homes: Mobile homes should be abandoned in favor of a more substantial structure if threatened by a tornado. When severe weather is approaching, move to a different location for a couple of hours and wait until the storms have passed. Mobile homes are not built to withstand the strong wind gusts that come from severe thunderstorms or tornadoes.

For detailed information about severe weather preparedness, please visit www.ready.gov.

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Florissant to Request Release of Community Development Block Grant Funds The City of Florissant will request the releases of 2012 CDBG funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on March 15, following a two-week period in which the public will have the opportunity to comment on the slated use of the funds.

The Florissant 2012 CDBG Annual Action Plan identifies community needs and has been proposed for the following projects: • Home Improvement loans to eligible, low to moderate income households throughout Florissant • Home Improvement – Mechanical grants for the replacement of HVAC to eligible, low to moderate income households throughout Florissant • COPS program assistance with wheelchair ramps and materials and supplies for homes being rehabbed by volunteers for low to moderate income eligible or disabled residents.

• Public Service Agency Assistance to reimburse eligible public service agencies throughout Florissant • Program Administration – providing for the salary, benefits and training of the CDBG program administrator.

Written comments on these determinations may be directed to the Community Development Office at the Florissant Government Building, 1055 rue St. Francois, MO 63031, or to Dee Ann Ducote, U.S. Housing and Urban Development, Community Planning and Development Division, 1222 Spruce Street, Room 3.207, St. Louis, MO 63103-2836.

Volunteers Veeded at Christian Hospital Christian Hospital is calling out for volunteers that can do a significant amount of walking to run errands within the hospital. Discover the rewards of volunteering! If you’re looking for a rewarding way to spend your time, volunteering at Christian Hospital is an ideal match. Volunteer positions are available in many different areas.

You’ll meet a variety of interesting people while making a difference in our community.

Applications are available at www.chrisitianhospital. org or in the Volunteer Office, located off the hospital’s main lobby. For more information, call the Christian Hospital volunteer office at 314.653.5032.

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Opening Day for 2012 Season at Hazelwood Skate/BMX Park Comes Soon Opening Day for the 2012 season at Hazelwood Skate/BMX Park is set for Saturday, March 17, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Everyone who comes out and uses the park that day will receive a free pass for use on another day.

If weather permits, the facility will be open the following week, March 19-23, which is Spring Break for students of the Hazelwood School District. Daily hours of operation will be from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Afterwards, regular operating hours will resume at the Skate/BMX Park until the school year ends in May. The daily schedule of operation for this period will be the following: Sunday, 2 p.m.- 8 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, 4 p.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, CLOSED; and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Fees for use of Hazelwood’s Skate/BMX Park are $1 for residents and $2 for non-residents. Participants must sign a waiver and have it on file at the Parks and Recreation Office in order to use the park.

Safety helmets and pads can be rented for $1 each. Accessory items such as helmets, pads, and bike tubes can be purchased as well. Summer hours will go into effect after the last day of the school year.

For more information on the Hazelwood Skate/BMX Park, call the Parks and Recreation Office at 314.731.0980 or visit www.hazelwoodmo.org.

Local skateboarder Asher Davenport spends a lot of time practicing his stunts on the spines, grind rails and quarter/half-pipes found at the Hazelwood Skate/ BMX Park. He has placed among the top finishers in Hazelwood’s annual Summer BMX/Skate Competition several times.

Local BMX rider Brenden Shelby tries one of his stunts at the Hazelwood Skate/ BMX Park. He has also placed among the top finishers in Hazelwood’s annual BMX/ Skate Competition.

Parent Child Academy at St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley Share the joys of reading and healthy eating with your child at the Parent Child Academy at St. Louis Community College–Florissant Valley.

The Parent Child Academy is presented during three sessions on Saturdays. To receive the most benefit, you are strongly encouraged to attend all

sessions.

There are two tracks of learning to fit around your busy schedule. Track A meets from 9 – 11 a.m. and Track B meets from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. on March 24 and April 14. Participants will need to choose one track for both of these sessions. Both tracks will meet from 9 – 11 a.m. on April 28. All activities will be held in the Instructional Resources building, Room 112.

This unique opportunity allows you to have fun with your child while experiencing learning activities that promote healthy eating. These lively sessions teach you interactive ways to enhance your family story and dinner times.

The Academy is designed for children aged five to eight. Each parent is allowed to bring only one child for the sessions.

The event is free and registration is required. Please contact Karen at 314.513.4494 or kwade@stlcc.edu for registration or more information.

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In memoriam: Northwest Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Bob Swank died on Sunday, February 25, 2012 at the age of 58. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Megan, her daughter, Caleen, and his children: Steve, Jim, Austin, Michael, Justin, Callie and Megan. He is also survived by his sisters, Beverly and Lesley.

Bob was a 1971 graduate of McCluer High School in Florissant. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, and the International Council of Shopping Centers, and served as President of Living History Re-enactors, Inc. Bob also served as a past president of Renaissance St. Louis, a Unit Commander for the Boy Scouts of America Greater St. Louis Area Council, Executive Director at the St. Clair Area Chamber of Commerce, and Economic Development Director for the cities of Ferguson and Wentzville. He was a member of many professional associations, including the Missouri Economic Development Council.

A memorial service was held on March 1, 2012 at the First Christian Church of Florissant.

Entrepreneurs Vie For $100,000 in Business Plan Prizes Talk of new small business resources is abuzz in the St. Louis area. These new resources are a welcomed addition to a growing tapestry of incubators, funding sources, mentors and a variety other support systems.

As an established part of the St. Louis region’s small business ecosystem, St. Louis Regional Business Plan Competition has a proven track record of finding and funding local entrepreneurs as they take their ideas to market. The competition promotes innovation and the development of startup and early-stage companies through the awarding of cash prizes and in-kind professional services.

"The St. Louis Regional Business Plan Competition has been a game changer in the evolution of our social enterprise,” said Chris Miller, CEO of The Mission Center, L3C. “To have our business represented and supported alongside other incredible ventures speaks volumes about the commitment this region has to growing the economy and creating new jobs, regardless of sector or industry."

Through funds provided by Edward Jones, St. Louis County Economic Council will award the top three winners with non-dilutive, monetary prizes totaling $100,000 ($50,000, $30,000, $20,000 respectively). The competition’s cash prizes are accompanied by in-kind professional services, including accounting, legal, marketing, and mentoring.

“The Business Plan Competition was like a bit of business school for my company,” said Kristin Ed-

monds, president of Mindfull Games. “Like many entrepreneurs, I know a lot about my subject area, but the in-kind sponsors and other mentors I met provided practical business guidance. Of course the monetary infusion was immensely important, but we could move a lot faster with the combination of monetary and in-kind resources.”

For the third consecutive year, the following companies have offered their expertise to the competition winners: Thompson Coburn; Carmody MacDonald; Armstrong Teasdale; RubinBrown; UHY Advisors MO; LarsonAllen; Fleishman-Hillard; Brighton Agency; Standing Partnership and Innovate Venture Mentoring Service.

“The St. Louis Regional Business Plan Competition recognizes some of our rising talent and provides extra resources to help them grow and create jobs in the region,” said St. Louis County Executive Charlie A. Dooley. “We applaud their innovation as well as commend the area’s established companies that are helping us catalyze the growth of local startups.”

Every for-profit industry sector is eligible. Businesses must be new or early stage with no more than $100,000 in annual revenue. The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, June 1, 2012. For additional information about eligibility requirements, competition rules, judging criteria, and important deadlines, visit www.slcec.com/businessplan-competition.html, or follow us on Facebook.

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North County Incorporated Sets Date for 35th Annual Breakfast and Seeks Award Nominees North County Incorporated (NCI) invites civic, business, community leaders and residents to celebrate our 35 years of service to the North County community at our Annual Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, May 18, 2012 at the St. Louis Airport Marriott. Individual seats are available for purchase at the NCI office. The cost for an individual ticket is $37.50. Breakfast sponsorship and table sponsorship packages are now available. For more information log onto www.NorthStLouisCounty.com, call 314.895.6241 or email the office at nci@northcountyinc.com.

NCI encourages the public to submit nominations in writing

by March 16, 2012 to the NCI office at 350B Village Square Center, Hazelwood, MO 63042 for these awards categories: 1.) The Business Development Award honors an individual, organization, or business whose efforts have positively impacted the economic development and business climate of the North County area; 2.) The Community Development Award honors an individual, organization, or business whose efforts positively benefited youth, residents, civic organizations, or others through selfless acts. Their contribution needs to go beyond the individual’s employment responsibilities or a business/organization’s mission and scope of work; 3.) The Public Service Award honors an outstanding individual elected, appointed, or employed by a public body whose long-time service has had a positive impact on the community and/or public body they serve; 4.) The Elmer Belsha Leadership Award for an individual whose long-term commitment to NCI and the North County area has had a positive impact on the community and/or public body that they serve.

If you would like to submit a nominee for one of these awards, please send us the nominee’s name, phone number, email address, the award category you are nominating them for, and a paragraph as to why you believe they should be selected, along with a bio. Please be sure to include your name and phone number as well. If your nominee is chosen, you will be contacted. NCI’s nomination committee will choose the award recipients.

North County Incorporated is a regional development organization, which acts as a catalyst to define and advocate economic and community development for North St. Louis County. North County Incorporated was established in 1977. Sandy Weber, vice president/ district manager for U.S. Bank is the current Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for North County Incorporated.

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St. Louis Community College Takes Attendance Has St. Louis Community College (STLCC) touched your life? Tell us your story at stlcc.edu/50 (http://50th.stlcc.edu).

As STLCC's 50th anniversary approaches, we are reflecting on where the college has been, where we are now and where we're headed. And you can help.

Through the end of the year, you will have the opportunity to participate as we take attendance of our alumni. Whether you’ve passed through our doors for one class, are working toward an associate degree or continue to come back to upgrade your career skills, we count you among our success stories.

Share with us stories of your time at STLCC, comment on our blog and make your

mark on our map. Today, we celebrate you – and commemorate your success.

With four different campuses and a rich 50-year history in St. Louis, STLCC has truly become part of the community. Since 1962, our alumni – more than 1.2 million strong – have been the fabric of this region: business and civic leaders, entrepreneurs and working professionals all have made STLCC a stop on their journey.

As we celebrate five decades of providing dynamic learning to the St. Louis region, we continue to measure our success one student at a time.

Join the celebration. Tell us your story today at stlcc.edu/50.

Free Preschool Enrollment Began March 1 Enrollment opened March 1 for the FergusonFlorissant School District free half-day preschool for children who live in the District. Classes are held in ten different locations around the District. Parents as Teachers personal visits are included. Enrollment forms can be picked up from the Early Education Office or found on the web at www.fergflor.org. The site also lists the documents needed along with enrollment forms.

Parents should bring completed forms and documents to the Early Education Office, E wing at the Administration Center, 1005 Waterford Drive in Florissant. Office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Arrangements for other times can be made by calling 314.506.9067.

Needed documentation includes: updated immunization records; State issued birth certificate; child’s social security number; parent’s photo ID; proof of residency-an updated occupancy permit dated within the past 90 days plus a current lease or mortgage bill; proof of guardianship; and proof of custody if parents are divorced.

Children who will be 3-years-old by July 31 may enroll for a 2 morning a week program, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Children who will be 4-years-old by July 31 are eligible for two options; 4 afternoons a week, 12:15 – 3:15 p.m. or 3 mornings a week, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Children who are 2, 3, and 4-years-old may enroll in the tuition-based full-day childcare program located at McCluer High School and the

District’s Administration Center. For enrollment information at McCluer call 314.506.9472; at the Administration Center call 314.506.9031. Some immediate openings are available at both sites.

A 5-full-day Head Start program is available for families who meet eligibility guidelines. Call 314.595.3910 for enrollment information.

The Ferguson-Florissant School District also offers Parents as Teachers free of charge. Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a parent education and family support program serving families throughout pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten, usually age 5.

Parents are supported by PAT-certified parent educators trained to translate scientific information on early brain development into specific when, what, how and why advice for families. By understanding what to expect during each stage of development, parents can easily capture the teachable moments in everyday life to enhance their child’s language development, intellectual growth, social development and motor skills.

Developmental information and screenings are provided during home visits arranged to meet parent’s schedules.

Free developmental screenings are offered to all children 3-months to 5-years who live in the school district even if they are not enrolled in an Early Education program.

For more information call 314.506.9066 or visit the Early Education program at www.fergflor. org.

Raising Educational Achievement For All Children Through High Expectations There are several key elements that all successful school districts review to ensure a rich educational environment for students.

The Riverview Gardens School District has identified five major areas of accountability which align with the Missouri School Improvement Plan (MSIP) goals. These areas include Student Performance, Highly Qualified Staff, Parent Involvement, Facilities/ Instructional Resources and Governance. Information and data from each of these divisions help guide the Riverview Gardens School District’s administrative team and will be used to compile a Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP). The CSIP, Excellence Within R.E.A.C.H., allows the District to strategically plan for student success for the next several years and will be the road map to accreditation.

The Riverview Gardens School District invites all parents, staff and community to be a part of the District’s strategic planning process at a Community Engagement Meeting where stakeholder input will help shape the District’s direction for the next few years.

Saturday, March 10, 2012: 10-11:30 a.m. at Westview Middle School - Library, 1950 Nemnich Drive, St. Louis, MO 63136.

All District parents, residents, community leaders, businesses, churches and organizations are welcome to attend. The investment of your time and effort provides immeasurable benefits to our children now and in the future.

For more information on the Riverview Gardens School District Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) please visit the District website at www.rgsd.k12.mo.us

Students Raise Funds for All-Inclusive, Accessible Playground Hazelwood West High School and Accessible Play, Inc. have teamed up to raise money for a special playground designed to allow children of all abilities to play side-by-side. The students, members of Future Educators Association, have joined students from Pattonville High School, as well as Accessible Play, Inc., to help build Angie’s Playground, the first universally inclusive playground in North St. Louis County.

The T-shirts, designed by students in Hazelwood West’s functional skills program, illustrate what their perfect playground might look like. They are $12, available in four different colors, and may be ordered by contacting Denise Inman, FEA sponsor at Hazelwood West. Please call 314.653.8297 or email Mrs. Inman at dinman@hazelwoodschools.org All proceeds will be donated to Accessible Play, Inc. Angie’s Playground will be located at Manion Park in Florissant, and will include Braille signage, wide ramps, rubber surfaces, shade structures, transfer stations to assist children in wheelchairs, and a pavilion with restrooms. Following construction, the playground will be administered and maintained by the City of Florissant.

For more information about Accessible Play, please visit www.accessibleplayinc.org or contact Gary Behlmann at 314.831.3264.

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Hazelwood Central High School Track Team Raising Money for Children’s Cancer The Hazelwood Central High School track team is partnering with the Foundation for Children with Cancer to raise money for the organization and the team.

The Hazelwood Central 20-Minute Fun Run will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 17. Athletes will meet on the school track and run as many laps as possible in 20 minutes. Team members are accepting flat donations or asking sponsors to give an amount per lap for the run. Minimum donations per lap are $1; if an athlete completes 10 laps in the 20-minute time period, the donor would give $10.

The event serves two purposes – to maintain the tradition of the HCHS track program and purchase equipment to provide enhanced training, and to support the Foundation for Children with Cancer, a local charity.

The team is also hosting Cintas Paper Shredding during the fun run. Community residents are invited to bring documents and papers for shredding between 10 a.m. and noon. Donations will be accepted and the money raised will be shared between the HCHS track team and the foundation.

Track coaches Rich Copenhaver and Geoff Lorimier said the goal is to raise $2,000 for the cancer foundation and $2,000 for the track team, for a total of $4,000.

The top three athletes who raise the highest amounts of donations will be awarded prizes. First prize is a $100 Best Buy gift card.

Second prize is a HCHS Infinity Track Suit, valued at $65, and third prize is a HCHS Track and Field fleece sweatshirt, valued at $20.

For questions, contact Rich Copenhaver at rcopnhvr@hazelwoodschools.org

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PHS Robotics Team Takes First Place at State The Green Army Robotics Teams 2866 and 2867 from Pattonville High School competed in the Missouri FTC Robotics State Championship on Saturday, Feb. 25 at Missouri University of Science and Te c h n o l o g y in Rolla. Pattonville's Team 2867 won the highest honor possible, the firstplace Inspire Award.

The FTC Inspire Award is given to teams that embody all aspects of the FTC robotics program, being a top contender for every other award while excelling on the competition floor. Winning the Inspire Award at a state championship automatically advances the team to the World Championship, which will be held in St. Louis in April.

Pattonville's Team 2866 was nominated for the Connect Award, and Team 2867 was nominated for the Motivate Award as well as being on the finalist alliance and winning the first-place Inspire Award.

"Both teams displayed the best of what defines

gracious professionalism and worked hard all season to earn these recognitions," said Pattonville High School teacher Lori Cole, who sponsors the teams, along with mentors Brian Bateman and Jonathan Cole.

Students on Team 2867 are Mike Brown, Nik Frier, Joey Hakanson, Katie Harris, Warren Li, Grant Matthews, Brandon Mazzola, Jed Menard, Aidan O’Donnell, Doan Trieu and Khoa Trieu.

Members of Team 2866 are Aaron Gershman, Mitchell Hale, Kyle Hall, Daniel Herzberg, Daniel Jack, Brianna Johnson, Craig Lassere, Leah Perry, Mark Raymond and Donovan Yard.

For more information on Pattonville's robotics teams, visit the teams' website at http://greenarmyrobotics.org/.

Mayor Schneider Visits Students at Parker Road and Wedgwood Elementary Schools with Ferguson Florissant Schools Superintendent Dr. Art J. McCoy He also challenged each student to find inspiration from great leaders in our hisOn Thursday, February 23, Mayor Schneider gave a presentation to the Parker Road Elementary School and was welcomed and introduced by Principle Kristy tory and to seek to emulate their eloquence. Mayor Schneider reminded them that Houle. On Friday, February 24, the Mayor was welcomed and introduced by Princi- by learning to communicate clearly that they would enrich every aspect of their pal Dr. Eric Winkles at Wedgwood Elementary School. At both schools his remarks lives. were followed by Ferguson Florissant School District Superintendent Dr. Art McCoy The Mayor has scheduled visits to Cross Keys Middle, Combs, Robinwood, Duchas they addressed the fourth, fifth and sixth grade students at both schools. Their re- esne and Common Lane schools in the near future. Any school interested in having marks focused on history, leadership, citizenship, inspiration, and communication. the Mayor address their students please contact his office at 314.839.7601.

Dr. McCoy shared personal reflections on how he was inspired by great leaders to succeed and how he used their lives as a blueprint on how to live his. He urged each student to identify a solid role model to anchor their success to. He asked the students to reaffirm their pledge to strive for excellence for their own benefit and as proud stakeholders and beneficiaries of the success of their school.

Mayor Schneider spoke of the progress of Democracy from clasJoin us for the sical times to the present and about contributions and sacrifices Bring the Family & Enjoy: 6th Annual that great leaders have made to help America become a beacon 100 Exhibitors, Healthy Breakfast of democracy and opportunity. He recited the words to the balIdeas, Bringing Home Baby lad written in 1968 by Richard Holler and most notably recorded Seminars, Diaper Derby, Kids

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March 7, 2012

Statepoint Crossword Theme: The Fifties

Youngest Pick: “What Pete Ate from A-Z”

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!

Reprinted with permission, Missourian Publishing Company.

Copright 2012.

ACROSS 1. Jasmine's kin 6. Former Soviet Socialist Republics, acr.

9. Fancy marbles used as shooters 13. Are you _ ____ or a hawk?

14. One of Indiana Jones' quests 15. Having three dimensions 16. Same as mesotron 17. ___ Patrol 18. *First network TV soap ____ debuted in 1950 19. *Overthrown Cuban 21. *Arthur Miller's wife

23. Jones' Wall Street partner 24. What Rumpelstiltskin did 25. School support organization 28. Reduced Instruction Set Computer 30. Boiling pot 35. Globes and eyeballs 37. *Site of Egyptian Crisis 39. Dominion 40. Italian currency, pl.

41. Ringworm 43. Lover's strike 44. Prayer leaders in mosques 46. *One of Ike's two

“What Pete Ate from A-Z,” isn’t your ordinary alphabet book. This clever tale by Maira Kalman isn’t an ordinary dog book either. You’ll realize that when you meet Pete – replete with a bad habit that gets him in the doghouse.

Pete belongs to Poppy Wise and her little brother Mookie. They need to wise up on ways to curb Pete’s appetite.

“Egads! …Doesn’t Pete know the difference between edible and inedible,” Poppy exclaims. It doesn’t seem so.

The petulant pup likes “A” and the awesome accordion Cousin Rocky plays. As soon as he downs that, he’s off and running. “B” brings him a “bouncing ball that belonged to Uncle Bennie’s dog Buster,” oh yum. Then it’s on to “C,” and so on and so forth right through until “Z.” “Zooks! Whatta dog.”

Readers will fall in love with Pete. Silly as it can be, this Pick barks up the right tree.

47. Pitched at Occupy Wall Street 48. Os 50. Be agitated 52. Sushi sauce 53. Offensively curious 55. Sin over tan 57. *Its launch started the Space Race 61. Thumbelina's raft 65. Smallest number in a crowd 66. "___ we there yet?"

68. Late Saddam Hussein, e.g.

69. Helped 70. Sheep not yet sheared 71. "Swan Lake" skirts 72. Brooding 73. A.k.a. Tokyo 74. In vertical position DOWN 1. Mary's little pet 2. Light bulb over head?

3. ABC's adventure, 2004-2010 4. Stay clear 5. Book burner, e.g.

6. Mine is yours 7. Irritate 8. Save money on rent, e.g.

9. South American Indian people 10. Cain's victim 11. Lean like an athlete 12. PET or CAT 15. Little Jack Horner's spot 20. Do this and shout 22. Black and white sea bird 24. *New York in "Guys and Dolls," e.g.

25. *Jonas Salk fought it 26. Decorates Christmas tree 27. Biblical Abraham's original name 29. *"The Man in the Gray Flannel ____" 31. Exam

32. Stories "from the Crypt" 33. Treeless plain 34. E on dashboard 36. 18-wheeler 38. Freezing temperature in Celsius 42. Friends in Italy 45. What cat did on the window sill?

49. Me in Paris 51. *Humbert Humbert's interest 54. Edible ray 56. Maple tree treat 57. Dateless male 58. *This Yankee was MVP in 1950 59. Pakistan's official language 60. To abound or swarm 61. Toy building block 62. Liver delicacy 63. Greenish blue 64. Floppy storage device 67. *Color of Scare See Answers page 13

Nearly 70,000 puppies and kittens are born every day in the United States. Please do your part to control overpopulation and to limit the number of unwanted animals. SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS!

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“The Lorax” In the 1970’s, Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, tackled environmental issues in a children’s story entitled “The Lorax.” Told from the perspective of a regretful entrepreneur, Seuss’ tale spoke of irreversible environmental damage caused by pollution and the destruction of the forests.

The book became one of many popular made-for-television adaptations of Seuss’ work. The new “Lorax” movie tries to capture the same environmental spirit as the book and TV special, but forgets all the lessons that Dr. Seuss was trying to impart.

Zac Efron lends his voice to Ted, a boy living in a planned, sanitized community called Thneedville.

To impress the girl across the street (Taylor Swift), Ted goes in search of trees, which haven’t been around for decades. His quest leads to the Once-ler (Ed Helms), a solitary man who lives in the decimated forest outside of town. The Once-ler tells Ted what happened to all the trees and who is truly responsible.

Director Chris Renaud and Kyle Balda overlook the basic lessons of the Lorax, turning their movie into a gaudy, animated feature with too many useless songs and characters. Renaud and Balda obviously Photos courtesy of Universal Pictures are trying to fill theater seats—and the early box office returns show they have been wildly successful. But have the lessons of Seuss been lost in a quest for profit?

Danny DeVito lends his gruff voice to the Lorax, a mythical creature that appears when the forest and the creatures that call it home are threatened. The Once-ler plans to harvest the Truffula trees that dot the landscape, turning their leaves into a universal garment called a Thneed. The first swing of the Once-ler’s axe brings the Lorax to the forest with a dire warning.

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DeVito is a talented voice actor, but his gruff interpretation of the character is played more for laughs than knowledge. As the one who speaks for the trees, this Lorax seems rather impotent, unable to truly defend nature until pollution and deforestation have turned the landscape into a dark, toxic place where no animals can survive.

“The Lorax” movie also contains some pointed statements about crass commercialism, especially in the person of Mr. O’Hare (Rob Riggle), an entrepreneur who sells bottles of purified air. The O’Hare character is kind of ironic since the whole movie is designed to sell plush toys as well as itself to audiences. The original lesson of “The Lorax” still exists in this film, but it has become harder to see than ever before thanks to this film.

“The Lorax,” rated PG for brief mild language, currently is playing in theaters.

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Sports You See... With Gary B. Holt Swimmer Heading to West Point Co-Captain for the Lady Indians Holt High School senior Allison McDonald has received and accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, NY. She is the daughter of Joe and Cheryl McDonald of Wentzville.

Senator Claire McCaskill, Senator Roy Blunt and Congressman Todd Akin have nominated her appointment to USMA’s Class of 2016.

Allison has a 3.8 GPA and scored a 30 on her ACT. She was co-captain of the Lady Indians swim team and named to the Second Team All-Conference and All-Academic swim teams. Allison is also first chair, french horn in the Holt Symphonic Band and played mellophone while serving as a Section Leader for the Marching Indians.

“Allison is a highly motivated young woman that has set high goals and works diligently to achieve these goals,” said Holt Principal John Waters. “I am proud to be her high school principal and am completely confident of her ability to be successful at West Point.”

Forbes magazine named USMA “America’s Best College” in 2009. Upon graduation, Allison will receive a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission into the Army as a 2nd Lieutenant.

This is the third consecutive year that a Holt student has received an appointment to USMA. Daniel Zagaja is a 2010 Holt graduate and in his second year at West Point and his sister Julia Zagaja, a 2011 Holt grad, is currently a first year cadet at the academy. ~~~Good grades are a must

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McDonough has been ranked in the top 50 in the world on numerous occasions.

At age 45, he is one of the strongest benchers for his age on the planet.

If you’re a high school student who wants to get stronger, a football player who need reps for a combine, a dad who wants to be stronger than you were in high school, or someone who wants to know the correct way to bench press, check it out.

Go to http://www.stp-fitness.com/ for more info. ~~~Pump it up Cottleville Adds Bands to St. Patrick’s Day Parade Plus a Ram Saturday, March 17 The 4th annual St. Patricks parade will begin at St. Charles Community College and down Hwy. N through the town. Each week there is new information associated to the festivities. Fort Zumwalt East Marching Band and the Lewis & Clark Fife and Drum will be the musical highlight of the parade.

Antipating more than 2000 runners in the morning and 100 floats starting at noon keeps all the volunteers hopping. After the parade the party continues behind Sherlock’s Steak and Seafood.

The St. Louis Rams offensive guard #73 Adam Goldberg will join Coach Hanifan and Scott Connel as Marshalls. He will be hard to miss sitting tall on the back seat of a convertible at 6’7” and 305 pounds.

Want to Volumteer? Email Judy jclaus@cottlevillefpd.org To get more information on being a Sponsor, running before the parade or making a float, go to www.StPatParade.org At the site you can also get a quick glimpse of last year’s parade compliments of www.STLwebTV.com ~~~A week away

Editorial

“Over the Fence”

My Backward View of Frontward I wanted a baseball hat without logos and lettering. I’m a Cardinal fan but I don’t advertise for them; enough that I have to pay $5 for a stadium hot dog. The only baseball hats I could find locally had something printed on them. Even those in truck stops, which are usually better quality, had FBI, CIA, Caterpillar and Yosemite Sam pictures on them.

I finally resorted to the Internet and bought some hats with nothing printed on them. Unfortunately, even though they weren’t the floppy thin material variety and actually held their shape, they had those modern brims that curved extremely downward. Wearing one is like looking at the world through a sewer pipe. One can’t reshape them upward either. They must be made of stealth fighter wings.

I don’t wear them backwards, either. If God wanted me to wear them backwards, he wouldn’t have invented brims on the front to shade my eyes. I saw a young man at the ballpark using his hand to shade his eyes from the sun but he was wearing his baseball hat backwards.

I’m the same with t-shirts. I don’t want advertisement.

I want a pocket for my cell phone and ballpoint pen. I finally found some at a large discount store. I bought several and they shrunk up from XXL to Toy Poodle after the first washing. So much for cheap.

I also buy only black pocket t-shirts. Someone asked me why I always wear black tees. Was it because I’m a biker? I replied, “No. It’s because light colors show my fat. Black doesn‘t…at least not much.” I currently have about 50 of them in various stages of wear and fading. I’m reduced to buying these on the Internet as well. I can also select good quality, such as it is these days of cheap merchandise made by starving children in Middle Eastern countries.

Friends advise me to widen my shopping experience and find better stores. That takes gasoline. Filling my pickup truck costs $60 or more. The same friends tell me I should buy a small economy car. I probably would, but small economy cars still cost more than some houses I once owned. I can buy a lot of gas for that much. I’m also rather tall and don’t fit in economy cars very well. Perhaps I should rephrase that and admit I can’t get in and out very well without scrunching up like a pretzel and I don’t scrunch up well, anymore. My truck is the no-scrunching-up model. It’s also the 18-mpg-goingdownhill model. Uphill? Don’t ask.

Small car rooflines are much lower than my truck. In fact, most cars are much lower than my ‘55 Chevy was. It didn’t get good gas mileage either, but I didn’t knock my baseball hat off when I got in…the one with no lettering. I had a red Cardinal hat back then, but I only wore it on formal occasions.

A friend recently told me I was getting old and crotchety. I growled, “Smile when you say that, Pard.”

He said, “No really. You need to adapt. Try wearing your hat backwards and buy some light colored tee shirts. We already know you’re a little overweight but we love you anyway.”

I growled, “Who’s we?”

“Certainly not the clothing manufacturers,” he smirked.

I suppose he’s right. I should join the other tasteless minions and wear my hat backwards and a yellow tee with a smiley face stretched over my tummy-fat. The smiley face will offset the scowl on mine.

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Life would be much easier (and more fun!) with these super powers “Heroes” is no longer on the air, but it was a family favorite. We also enjoy reruns of “Wonder Woman,” “The Six Million Dollar Man,” and more. I figure it connects with some deep-seeded desire to possess super powers. What would it be like to be Super Man? I’m not so sure about the X-ray vision. Is it active all the time, or only when you want and/or need it? Imagine shopping at a clothing store and the X-ray vision kicks in. Kind of like going into the dressing room with a complete stranger. Eeew!

Blindfolds won’t help, unless they’re made of lead. Think I could do without X-ray vision.

Super hearing is another story. Shh! My kids think I already have that particular power. A woman’s ability to hear the tiniest of sounds increases the day she gives birth. I can hear Michael as he gets out of bed and tours the house while sleep walking. It may not come in handy until the kids are older. Right now they’re all great about coming to mom or dad with tales of wrongdoing by a brother, sister or friend. A day will come, though, when talking to a parent will be their last priority. That’s when super hearing would be a super thing to have.

When it comes to being a parent, there are plenty of super powers on the wish list. Hypnotic powers would come in handy quite often. I’d use it sparingly, to give my kids hypnotic suggestions. Every time they heard their name, each child would automatically respond, “Yes ma’am.” They wouldn’t argue with one another, they would clean up without whining, and go to bed and stay there (not getting up every 30 seconds for a drink or to use the bathroom).

And how about the whole house-cleaning, yard-mowing, car-washing thing? Samantha of “Bewitched” fame had it all wrong. If I had her abilities, I’d never lift a finger around my house again. And I’d turn it in to a money making opportunity.

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One wave of my hand to clean your entire house? Have I got a deal for you!

Flying is an obvious must-have super power. The dilemma: choosing whether to fly sans plane (like a couple of the “Heroes”), or to have a plane like Batman or Wonder Woman. If I did have a plane, it sure as heck wouldn’t be invisible. There would be too much stuff in my plane, and I wouldn’t want people looking up in the sky to see a pile of school papers, a gym bag and straw wrappers. Also, there simply wouldn’t be enough garage space to store the plane – or enough money for the gas. Plus there’s the whole learning to fly thing. Think I’d rather just fly by myself. I could make money with that one, too! Oh the money I could make flying people to and from work in downtown St. Louis. It’s faster than driving and I wouldn’t pollute the earth.

Sports fans could benefit greatly from the use of super powers. Each year I watch my beloved Florida State Seminoles on television. More than once, the team has given me heart palpitations. Wouldn’t it be great to have the power to close your eyes and mentally force each field goal kick through the uprights? (Or to cause the opposing team’s running back to fumble each time he touched the ball?)

Kids need super powers, too. And not the powers we would want them to have — room-cleaning, chore-doing, meal-eating powers — but their own super powers. You know, something that would make the smallest kid on the block hit the ball further than anyone. Or a power that would let them tune out mom’s words of wisdom.

Hey, wait a minute! My kids already have that power.

Brewing Your Perfect Cup of Tea (Family Features) Hot or iced, decaf or caffeinated, with milk or with sugar, there are a lot of ways to enjoy drinking one of the world’s most popular beverages – tea.

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Church Mar. 9 & 23: Fish Fry - Dine in or Carry out 4 –7 p.m. Cod, Jack, Catfish Nuggets. Sandwiches $4.75 - Includes your choice of fish & dessert/drink.

Dinners $8 - Includes your choice of fish, 2 sides (spaghetti, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni & cheese) and dessert. Soda extra. Coffee/ lemonade for dine in only. At Immanuel Lutheran Chapel, 11100 Old Halls Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63136, 314-741-4700.

Mar. 16: Fish Fry 4-6 p.m. at Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Rd., St. Louis, MO 63137.

Entrees, Catfish, Fried and Baked Cod and Chicken Nuggets. Dinner includes any two side dishes.

Single entree $7, double entree, $8.50, children under 6 years old free, phone 314.867.0800.

Every Friday through Mar. 24: Lenten Fish Fry 3:30 to 7 p.m. at 50 rue St. Francois next to the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine. Dine in or take out.

Apr. 7 and every 1st Sat. of the month all year long: Basement/ Breakfast/Tailgate Sale At Northside Christian Church, 9635 Hwy. 367 (Lewis & Clark Blvd.), St. Louis, MO. Pancakes & sausage or 2 biscuits & gravy, juice & coffee. Times: Basement/ Tailgate is 8 a.m. - Noon; Breakfast

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is 8-10:30 a.m. Breakfast is $4. A double parking spot for tailgaters is $10. Info 314.868.5722.

Events Thru Mar. 31: The Amvet POW/ MIA Traveling Exhibit The Amvet POW/MIA Traveling Exhibit and the Jefferson Barracks POW/MIA Museum will be on display at the James J. Eagan Center now-March 31. The event is titled “A Prmoise Made A Promise Kempt Tributed to POW/MIA.” The event will also honor soldiers from Florissant. Please come and “Honor those who have served our country, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Educate future generations about the price paid for the freedom we enjoy in America the beautiful”.

For more info contact the Parks Department at the James J. Eagan Center at 314-921-4466.

Mar. 9: Hazelwood Central High School RoboHawks Trivia Night 6:30 p.m. at Hazelwood Central High School Professional Learning Center. $80 per table of 8. Complimentary popcorn and soda. Info: Renee Benjamin at 314.308.7974.

Mar. 10: The 2012 Titan Trivia 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Catholic High School, 1720 Redman Rd., St. Louis, MO 63138. $120 for a table of 8, beer and soda provided. Must be 21 years old. Proceeds benefit Trinity Parent Organization. Info: Lisa

Moehlenkamp at 314.550.7300.

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Mar. 13: Overland Historical Society Meeting 6:30 p.m. at the Frank Munsch Community Center, 9225 Lackland Road, Overland, Mo. Ellen Alwood and Luella Eckert from Questers will give the presentation.

Info: http://www.overlandhistoricalsociety.com.

Mar. 24: “Soup”er Scrapbook Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Held by the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary #2012 at 50 rue St. Fancois, Florissant, Mo. Price is $25. For more info contact Chris Herbert at 314.837.5526.

Mar. 17, Apr. 21 & May 19: Twice As Nice Flea Market 8 a.m. -3 p.m. Clean out the closet, basement, bring in the antiques or sell your handmade crafts. Admission is free. There will be concessions for sale. Advance registration required. Fee is $15 per table. 314615-8839 Mar. 18: Our Lady’s Inn Angel Gala 5:30 p.m. at Kemoll’s 42nd Floor “Top of the Met.” Cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner. $125 per person. Proceeds benefit Our Lady’s Inn maternity homes. Info: Jessica Faltus at 314.351.4590.

Mar. 23, 24, 30, 31: Our Savior Lutheran Proudly Presents: Melodrama 2012 Bulldog Saves the Day 6:30 p.m. on Mar. 23 - Dessert Night $10. 7 p.m. on Mar. 24, 30, 31 - Dinner & Show, Adults $21, Children 2-12 $10. Dinner Menu: Roast Beef, Fried Chicken, Potato Casserole, Green Beans, Glazed Carrots, Salad, Rolls. Tickets are now on sale at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 2800 West Elm, St. Charles, in the gymnasium from 9-11 a.m. and after late service.

Call Sandy Tremmel for tickets 636.447.0733 or San4776@aol.

Mar. 24: Tacky Ball Fundraiser 6:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis Riverfront, 315 Chestnut Street in St. Louis. Dinner, live auction, raffle and dancing. Proceeds benefit Support Dogs. Info: 314.997.2325 Mar. 24: Accessible Play Trivia Night 6:30 p.m. at JFK Community Center, 315 Howdershell Road, Florissant 63031. Cost is $120 per table of 8. Info: Gary Behlmann 314.831.3264, email accessibleplayinc@swbell.net or visit www. accessibleplayinc.org Mar 31: Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic Trivia Night Teams compete to win great prizes benefiting the WRC, There will be Prizes, 50/50, Mulligans, Door Prizes,Raffle Baskets,Gift Shop.

Cost: $20 per person and includes beer and soda. At St Martin of Tours, 610 West Ripa, St Louis MO, 63125. Doors open at 6 p.m. Game starts at 7 p.m. Contact: Emily at 636-677-3670 to reserve a table or go to www.wild-life-rehab.com.

All proceeds benefit the Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic-a non profit organization dedicated to helping injured and orphaned wildlife return to the wild.

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Mar. 30 - Apr. 1: Missouri Archaeological Society At the Holiday Inn Southwest and Viking Conference Center, St. Louis, Mo. $10 registration fee. Info: 417.836.3773 or email lhaney@ missouristate.edu.

Apr. 1: Spring Vendor and Craft Show 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Machinist Hall, 12365 St. Charles Rock Road in Bridgeton. Crafters and home-based businesses, including: Avon, Gold Canyon, Scentsy, Thirty-one gifts, and Pampered Chef.

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Apr. 7: Easter Egg Hunt 11 a.m. at Zion United Church of Christ, 5710 N. Hwy 67 – 2 blocks west of Jamestown Mall. Info: 314.741.1590 or www.zionucc1. org.

Sept. 22: Jennings High School Class of 1972 Reunion To be held in St. Charles, Mo. We need your current contact information. Please call 636.583.9778 or email jhs1972@gmail.com.

Sept. 28-30: The Ferguson High School Class of 1957 They are planning a 55th reunion for Sept. 28, 29 & 30, 2012. Please contact Lynette (Dolce) Sona at 314-838-1751 or sewlyn39@juno. com or Susan Krueger at 314-5220475 or susiekrueger@yahoo.com for more information. The committee is looking for the following classmates: Bill Joe Atkisson, Nancy Ann Blackburn, Margaret Ann Brewer, Walter J. Britton, Betty Jean Butler, Jack Clarke, Evelyn Constantine, Alice Dueing, Ruth Ellis, James Graham, Wilbur Hampton, Louis Meyer, Jr., Loretta Miller, Edward Muckerman, Gail Phillips, Janet Phillips, Joe Polivick, Jr., Nancy Proctor, Nancy Ray, Dolores Richardson, Janie Richardson, Kathleen Roth, Judith Schaefer, Charlene Schmidt, Roberta Steel, Carolyn Tate, Mary Ann Waldschmidt, Ron Warzeniak, Camille White.

Inviting All Florissant Senior Citizens To Join One Of The Bingo Clubs With The City Of Florissant!!

Please contact the Florissant Senior Office for more information at 839-7604.

• Monday Club: Meets every Monday for Bingo from 11:302:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich - coffee and tea are available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area

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locations are also scheduled.

• Florissant Older Adult Club: Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11-1:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center.

Bring your lunch! Bingo, Trips, Speakers and special events are planned.

• Wednesday Club: Meets every Wednesday for Bingo from 11:302:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwichcoffee and tea available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also available.

1962 Hazelwood High Reunion Graduates from the class of 1962 are invited to attend the 50th Reunion in June 2012. Please contact Shirley at 314.799.1147 (cell phone) for more info.

1967 Hazelwood High Reunion: We are looking for classmates of Class of 1967 Hazelwood High School. We are having a 45th reunion in 2012. Please contact Kay at 1967hhshi@gmail.com or 636 745-2601 for more information.

Every 3rd Monday of the Month: 6:30 p.m. Neighborhood Watch Visit our wesite for location, http:// c a.g roups.ya ho o.com/g roup. neighborhoodwatch_FlorissantMO or call 314.830.6042.

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Mar. 15: Blood Pressure Clinic 10 a.m. Refreshments served.

Mar. 15: Disaster Bingo with the Red Cross 9:30 a.m. Learn valuable life saving information while winning prizes!

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Mar. 15: Entertainment by Nostalgia John 1 p.m. Music from 1955. Refreshments served.

Mar. 22: St. Louis Zoo Presents New Baby Animals 9:45 a.m. See the animal up close and personal. Complimentary Breakfast 9 a.m.

Mar. 27: A Stroll Down Memory Lane 10:30 a.m. Gary Bennett Entertains. Happy Hour 11:30 a.m. Followed by Complimentary Lunch.

Mar. 30: Project Hands 2 p.m. Volunteers needed to knit, crochet, and quilt for various chil-

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Every Monday* and Friday: FIT TO GO Exercise - FREE classes 1 p.m. Classes are led by a personal trainer with the use of weights and resistance bands that will be provided! Be prepared to GET FIT! *Make up classes will be held Wed., Mar. 7 and Mar. 21.

SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings Ongoing 8-week sessions: Smoking Cessation Classes SSM DePaul Health Center SSM DePaul, partnering with St. Louis County’s tobacco-free initiative called “Let’s Face It,” is offering free smoking cessation classes to the public. The 8-week course assists participants in determining their readiness to quit smoking and provide the tools necessary to increase their success rate in becoming smoke free. Space is limited for these on-going classes. Call 1-866-SSM-DOCS to register or for more information.

Every Monday and Tuesday in February HMR Program Orientation Mondays: 6 – 7 p.m. Tuesdays: noon – 1 p.m. 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.

Wednesday Weigh-In (Breastfeeding Support Group) Every Wednesday in February 10 a.m. Meets every Wednesday morning in the Well Baby Nursery. There will be a topic of discussion each week. Mothers will have a chance to weigh in their babies during this time. Healthy snacks

provided. This event is free. Call 1-866-SSM-DOCS (776-3627) to register or for more information.

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Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation. Call 314-344-6177 for more details.

SSM St. Joseph Hospital West Healthy Happenings Mar. 27: “Smoking Cessation” with Don Young, Smoking Cessation Expert 6:30-7:30 p.m. Diabetes Support Group. Hear from experts to learn how to better manage diabetes and enjoy a healthier life. Cost: Free.

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Mar. 27: Gentle Flutters Share 7-8:30 p.m. Families grieving the Answers from page 8 loss of a pregnancy or infant in the western portion of our community now have a Share support group option that is closer to home.

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Mathews-Dickey Boys and Girls Club to Build North County Facility On February 29, Martin Mathews, CEO and coFounder of the Mathews-Dickey Boys’ and Girls’

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