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EarthDance: A Farm in Our Backyard
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Growing Food, Farmers, and Community in Ferguson A unique harvest is the goal of a small farm in Ferguson. Since 2009, the nonprofit organization EarthDance has grown food and farmers at the Mueller Organic Farm. EarthDance operates a part-time apprenticeship program designed to provide urban dwellers the opportunity to learn organic farming close to home. EarthDance’s Director, Molly Rockamann, founded the organization in hopes of preserving a unique parcel of farmland nestled in the quiet Old Ferguson West neighborhood. The farm is considered a historic landmark, since it has been continuously farmed since 1883, when it spanned 200 acres. Three generations of the Mueller family grew food, as the city of Ferguson grew around it. Al and Caroline Mueller, who farmed at the site until Al’s death in 1999 were considered pioneers of the organic farming movement in the area. Their careful stewardship of the land resulted in rich, fertile soil. Their vegetables were sought-after by early adopters of the natural foods lifestyle: in the
1970s, they shipped their sweet potatoes around the country. After Al passed away, Caroline rented parcels of the land to other farmers, who appreciated the value of an organic farm so close to the city and their customers. Rockamann, who first visited the farm as a teenager, helped one of the renters, farmer John Wilkerson cultivate a oneacre plot in 2008. She grew friendly with Caroline and admired the the Muellers’ lifetime of hard work. Rockamann perceived that the future of the property was uncertain. She didn’t want to see this agricultural treasure paved-over for development, or lost to neglect. She envisioned a community farm, where area residents could learn growing skills, spend time in nature, and reconnect to the source of their food. In order to found EarthDance, she partnered with the land trust organization The Open Space Council and in 2009 began growing with twelve apprentice farmers. The apprentices engaged in all aspects of small farm operation, from
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seed starting through marketing their produce at the farmers market. Since its first growing season, the organization has expanded significantly. See EARTHDANCE page 2
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Vol. 92 No. 17
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Around Town
your guide to good news and events like a celebration of North County’s confederate history and the out-oftown State Chili Cookoff
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Historic St. Charles has something to offer everyone.
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Local businesses are growing: we have news about two new building projects.
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Robotics teams win, Missouri Scholars Academy, and the Shakespeare Festival
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Sudoku, book review, and “Tips for Bringing Home a Puppy”
EARTHDANCE from cover Over 90 individuals have participated in the apprenticeship program, and many have gone on to start farms or other endeavors to grow the good food movement. EarthDance’s program offerings have grown to include farm tours, opportunities for youth, classes, and special events such as farm potlucks. In 2012, EarthDance was pleased to announce that it had purchased the farm. Molly Rockamann and the staff, Board, and friends of EarthDance have high hopes for the future of the space. The organization’s ten-year plan calls for the addition of indoor and outdoor classroom space, a commercial kitchen, community greenhouse, and livestock barn. EarthDance invites you join in this exciting stage of the organization’s development. Come visit the farm during one of their regular tours, pitch in as a volunteer, learn about special topics in farming and gardening at one of their Monday evening classes, or enjoy EarthDance’s produce at the Ferguson and Tower Grove Farmers Markets. To find out more, visit www.earthdancefarms.org.
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North St. Louis County's confederate history will be remembered on April 28 at 2pm at Fee Fee Cemetery, 11210 Old St. Charles Rock Rd., Bridgeton, at the gravesite of CSA Major James Morgan Utz, whose story will be featured. Over 3,000 men and boys from N. St. Louis Co. served in the Confederate army, and several are buried in Fee Fee Cem. Come learn more about this very interesting page of our local history. Bring lawn chairs if needed. In celebration of this year's Confederate Memorial Day, and in conjunction with the sesquicen-
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tennial of the War Between The States, the Major James Morgan Utz Camp 1815, Sons of Confederate Veterans, and the General Francis Marion Cockrell Chapter 84, Military Order of the Stars and Bars, both based in Florissant, MO, will host and welcome the public to a brief ceremony "In Honor of our Confederate Dead." Featured will be a bio of CSA Major Utz, of North St. Louis County, who singlehandedly escorted most of the more than 3,000 N. St.L. Co. men into Confederate service from behind enemy lines during the wartime's Federal occupation of Missouri. Maj. Utz was captured and hanged at St. Louis's Gratiot prison. It's rumored that he was pardoned from execution by Union President Lincoln, and that Lincoln's handwritten pardon, supposedly arriving too late, lies buried today with Utz's remains at Fee Fee Cemetery. Contact Bill Bowden 636.456.0009 for additional information.
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Overland Historical Society’s Upcoming Events Our meeting will be held Monday, May 6, 2013 from 6:30 – 9pm at the Frank Munsch Community Center, 9225 Lackland Rd., Overland. Gloria Perry will present the story “A Genealogical Portrait of My Great-Grandmother.” The presentation will begin with her great-grandmother’s arrival in the United States in 1855 from Germany till her death in 1917. Her life in the Soulard area of St. Louis included the Cyclone of 1896 and the rebuilding of the damaged areas and on through the World’s Fair. Mrs. Perry will be wearing a replica of her great-grandmother’s dress from a portrait. Refreshments will be served. Please bring canned goods to donate to a local food pantry. The society will have a table at the Overland Farmers’ Market on Saturday, June 1 from 8am - 12:30pm. Please stop by to visit with members and learn more about the history of Overland. Bring your appetite on Sunday, June 9 from 1 – 5pm to the society’s site at the corner of Lackland Rd. and Gass Ave. We will have a BBQ with take-outs available. The log house and barn will be open for tours.
SLCL Presents a Night of Science Fiction and Fantasy for Teen Readers The St. Louis County Library Foundation’s Reading Garden Event Series presents a special night for teen fans of science fiction and fantasy. Antony John, Lenore Applehans, Tamara Ireland Stone and Lauren Oliver will read and discuss recent work on Tuesday, April 30, 7pm at Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Copies of the authors’ books will be for sale at the event from Left Bank Books. A question-and-answer forum and book signing will follow the program. The program is free and open to the public. St. Louis author Antony John is the author of the teen hits Five Flavors of Dumb and Thou Shalt Road Trip. His new book, the first in a trilogy, is a post-apocalyptic tale of a small band of survivors who must use supernatural powers to fend off ruthless pirates. In Lenore Applehans’ gripping exploration of a futuristic afterlife, Level 2, a teen discovers that death is just the beginning and finds herself at the center of an age-old struggle between good and evil. Debut author Tamara Ireland Stone presents Time Between Us, a time-bending romance set in 1995 and featuring a brave young couple daring fate and the powers of the universe to be together. Lauren Oliver is the New York Times and internationally bestselling writer of Before I Fall and the Delirium trilogy, a riveting blend of nonstop action and forbidden romance in a dystopian United States. Lauren will discuss the exciting third installment, Requiem, in which Lena finds herself in the middle of revolution. Program sites are accessible. Upon two weeks’ notice, accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities. Contact St. Louis County Library by phone 314.994.3300 or visit www.slcl.org.
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Set a Record in Ferguson Ferguson will be “Popping into History”, Friday, April 26, as the community is seeking to set the State Record for the largest Missouri Popcorn Ball. Participants, young and old alike will have fun in creating a whopping popcorn ball that sets the state record. Popcorn Ball Creation will take place from 2 – 8:30pm at the Plaza at 501. Additional activities will take place from 4:30pm – 6:30pm. A Citywalk Concert featuring Dawn Weber and the Electro Funk Assembly will be from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Make plans to attend this free event putting the City of Ferguson into the record books. For further information please telephone the Ferguson Parks and Recreation Department at 314.521.4661.
The Gardeners Of Florissant Club Donate Trees
Pictured are 2nd graders and their teacher from Parker Road Elementary School, City’s Forester Doug Shelley, Mayor Thomas P. Schneider and members of the Gardeners of Florissant Club.
The traditional Arbor Day celebration took place recently at the Florissant Valley Park near the Voodoo Jet. The Gardeners of Florissant Club donated a Hackberry tree to celebrate their 55th club anniversary and dedicated a Yellowwood tree to victims of gun violence. Present was Mayor Schneider, Director of Parks and Recreation Todd Schmidt, Center Director Janice Steib, City Forester Doug Shelley and 2nd graders from the Parker Road Elementary School and the members of the Gardeners of Florissant Club. This is the 24th year that the City of Florissant has been rec-
ognized as a member of Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation. The City of Florissant urges all citizens to support efforts to protect the trees and woodlands and to support the City’s urban forestry program.
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Queen’s Dinner
Get Outta Town: Show-Me Missouri State Chili Cookoff The Raintree Arts Council is proud sponsor of the Show-Me Missouri State Chili Cookoff. This event is an International Chili Society sanctioned event. There is only one state competition in Missouri, and it will be in Clarksville on June 1 in the Clarksville Riverfront Park. Entertainment will be by the “Everyday People Band,” providing great music and dancing. Cold beverages will be served and Chili will be hot at 11am on June 1. Admission will be $3.00 and tickets sold for chili sampling and beverages will be $.50 each. There are more than 200 cook-offs during the year sanctioned by the ICS. Raintree Arts Council is a 501c3 non-profit that provides
programs in the schools plus education for the arts in Pike and Lincoln Counties. If you would like to participate by cooking or judging the event, call Linda at 573.754.0335 or 573.470.4856. ICS has competition rules online www.chilicookoff.com. We also have an Anything Goes class that is for anyone with a great chili pot who wants to get involved with Raintree Arts Council. We invite you to bring products to sell at this event. Call the number mentioned or email lwblakey@sbcglobal.net to reserve your spot. Come enjoy a wonderful day in Clarksville. The Riverfront is a great place to party and support the arts.
The annual Valley of Flowers queen’s dinner on Sunday, April 7 was well attended among the special guests that were there are pictured L-R Suzanne Eagan wife of the late Mayor James J. Eagan, Rachel Schneider wife of the current Mayor Thomas P. Schneider and Carole Lowery, wife of retired Mayor Robert G. Lowery. This year is the 50th anniversary of the first Valley of Flowers festival with this year’s theme celebrating children’s literature. The festival will start on Friday, May 3 and end on Sunday, May 5. For more information on the festival visit www.florissantvalleyofflowers.com.
Permanent Household Hazardous Waste Program
Ferguson Citywalk Concert Series
The Saint Louis County Department of Health is pleased to announce that the first permanent household hazardous waste collection facility is now open. The permanent program is regional and residents from St. Louis County, St. Louis City, and Jefferson County are eligible to participate by making a reservation and for more information visit www.hhwstl.com. The site is located at 291 E. Hoffmeister (on the grounds of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District’s Lemay Waste Water Treatment Plant). Please advise residents to follow the reservation instructions and to print off the voucher that confirms the reservation. Residents should bring the voucher and proof of address to the appointment. Proof of address can be a utility bill or driver’s license. Residents without internet access can call their jurisdiction for assistance in mak-
Citywalk Concert Series opened for its fifth season Friday, April 12 with Smash Band, bringin’ the party back to Ferguson. The concert series is held at Plaza at 501 at the corner of S. Florissant Rd. and Suburban Ave. Concerts are second and fourth Fridays, 7pm – 9pm (unless otherwise noted), from April 12 through October 11. One exception to the Friday concerts will be Dr. Zhivegas performing Saturday, May 18, immediately following the Ferguson Twilight 5K/10K/Fun Run. All concerts are free. There will be only one concert in September due to the Ferguson StreetFest, September 27 & 28. Citywalk Concert Series line-up for the 2013 season:
ing a reservation: • Saint Louis County: 314.615.8958 • Saint Louis City: 314.622.4800 • Jefferson County: 636.797.5043 The permanent program replaces the one day collection events previously hosted by the Department of Health. Latex paint is being accepted for recycling, but residents will be required to pay the full cost. That fee is 20 cents per pound ($2 for a full gallon). Unlike other household chemical waste, latex paint can be disposed of with other non- recyclable trash if completely dried out. Consult your local hardware store to inquire about latex paint drying agents. Funding for the permanent program comes in part from the St. Louis Jefferson Solid Waste Management District and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Additional funding comes from voter-approved St. Louis County landfill surcharge fees. Questions about the permanent program can be emailed to recycle.doh@stlouisco.com.
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• April 26: Dawn Weber and the Electro Funk Assembly: jazz infused electronica (immediately following the Ferguson Parks & Rec Largest Missouri Popcorn Ball Event) 6:30-8:30pm • May 10: The Ramblers: bluegrass, Americana • May 18: Dr. Zhivegas: party rock (immediately following the Ferguson Twilight 5K/10K/Fun Run) 6:30-8:30pm • May 24: The Parkerson Twins: pop/country standards • June 14: Firedog: original rock • June 28: Northwinds Band Pops Concert • July 12: Plastic: 80’s favorites • July 26: Nikko Smith: pop/hiphop • Aug 9: Marquise Knox: blues • Aug 23: King Omowale and the Majestic Lions: reggae • Sept 13: Jeanne Trevor: jazz standards • Oct 11: The Righteous Mind Project: R&B, Motown Bring a lawn chair or come early to grab one of the picnic tables. Food booths provided at all concerts by Ferguson Community Gardens or Ferguson Swim Team. Coolers permitted but no glass, please. You may also choose to visit one of Ferguson’s many fine establishments before or after the concert within walking distance of Plaza at 501. For more information, visit: www. fergusoncitywalk.com
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Hazelwood’s Easter event drew a crowd of 1,800 people, including 600 children ages 10 and under. Hazelwood Parks and Recreation staff members covered White Birch Park with 14,000 Easter eggs in different sections for five age groups. The kids went crazy trying to collect all the eggs. Be sure to go next year.
Missouri River Irish Fest
May 25-26 from 10am – 11pm At Frontier Park, 222 S. Riverside Dr., Saint Charles. Admission is Free. Irish vendors, food and drink, Fiddle competition, singing, Irish Dance Workshop, live music, children's area and more. More information at www.moriveririshfest.com.
Renaissance Faire
May 18 - June 09 (Every Sunday and Saturday) from 10am – 6pm At Rotary Park, 2577 West Meyer Rd., Wentzville. More information at 636.928.4141 or www.renstl.org/main. A Living History event that seeks to recreate the spirit of Renaissance France. Travel back in time as you step into the beautifully wooded, 16th century village called Petit Lyon. Immerse yourself in the costumes and mannerisms of the era. Thrill to the exploits of Jousting Knights on thundering steeds. Roam the village shops for unique crafts
and goods as our artisans demonstrate period skills. Delight in comedy, music and feats of daring. Feast on delicious food and drink while strolling minstrels entertain. Interact with the colorful villagers, nobles, peasants and personalities of ages past. The Faire is also open on Memorial Day.
Lewis and Clark Heritage Days
May 18-19 from 9:30am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday 10am – 4pm At Frontier Park, 222 S. Riverside Dr., Saint Charles. Admission is Free. More information at www.lewisandclarkheritagedays.com. Authentic reenactment of Lewis & Clark's encampment in 1804 prior to embarking on the exploration of the Louisiana Purchase. Parade, church service Sunday, walk through encampments; plus weapon demonstrations in the afternoons, boat replicas, museum tours, crafts & foods
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Hazelwood Drug Take-Back Day The Hazelwood Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in giving local residents their sixth opportunity in three years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. A National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is scheduled for April 27 10am - 2pm. This public service is free and anonymous, no questions asked or identification required. The department will be setting up two collection points, making it easy for the public to drop off their unwanted medications and leave without being bothered. One of them will be placed at the street curb in front of City Hall, 415 Elm Grove Lane, so motorists can drive up next to the collection box and drop them in. In case of rain, signs will be posted directing them to the collection box placed inside the lobby area, near the front entrance. The other collection site will be the Police Sub-Station at St. Louis Outlet
of 1804, children's games, period music and more.
Music and Memories: An Evening With Pat Boone
May 11 at 8pm At Lindenwood's J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts, 2300 West Clay, Saint Charles. Admission is $25.50-$43.50. More information at 636.949.4433. In this funny and often touching autobiographical one-man show, entertainment icon Pat Boone sings the hits and tells the stories of his 50-plus years in show business. From the early days of competing with Elvis for the number one spot on the pop music charts to his film and television career to an inside glimpse of his family life, Pat shows why he's still one of the all-time greats. Get tickets: www.telecharge.com. To purchase tickets over the phone call 800.447.7400.
Mall. A collection box will be placed just inside the front door. Sgt. Eagan says that people shouldn’t be apprehensive about turning in their expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs. “We make it simple for them by placing collection boxes at the street curb in front of City Hall and inside our Police Sub-Station at St. Louis Outlet Mall. We never ask questions or request identification. All they have to do is drop off their medications and leave,” Eagan noted. He also points out that the department will continue partnering with the DEA on these Take-Back drug events as a public service for Hazelwood residents until a more uniform system for prescription drug disposal is set up. For more information on HPD’s participation in the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 27, contact Sgt. Andy Eagan at 314.513.5208.
Symphonic Orchestra Performance
May 10 at 7:30pm At 1st Assembly of God Church of St. Charles, 4750 North Service Road, Saint Peters. Admission is Free. More information at www.scsymphony.us. The Orchestra performs in a variety of musical styles: from traditional symphonies to seasonal pops concerts.
Music on Main
May 15 from: 5 – 7:30pm At 100 N. Main St., Saint Charles. Admission is Free. More information at www. butchwaxandthehollywoods. com. Bring your lawn chairs to this free outdoor concert. Food and drink available to purchase.
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Ground-Breaking of First Corporate Tenant at Aviator Business Park A ground-breaking ceremony was held recently for International Food Products Corporation (IFPC) at Aviator Business Park, which is the former Ford plant site in Hazelwood. Panattoni Development Company and IFPC are launching the development of a $20 million, 227,500 square-foot build-to-suit industrial facility. Two years after the plant closed in 2006, Ford Motor Company sold the 160-acre site Hazelwood officials believe the addition of IFPC at Aviator Business Park could be the catalyst needed to spark economic growth in North St. Louis County, and the St. Louis to Sacramento, Calif.-based Panattoni De- region as whole. Hazelwood city manager Ed Carlstrom talks to KMOX Radio reporter velopment Company. It is located between Allison Blood at the event site. I-270 and I-70 on North Lindbergh Bouleforce of about 150 employees, its revenue for 2012 vard with close proximity to Lambert Airport and access to convenient railway service. Working topped $351 million dollars. The firm will be combining its distribution cenwith the City of Hazelwood, Panattoni developed a plan to reuse the site’s considerable assets to create a 2.7 mil- ter with its production and R&D operations. The lion-square-foot mixed-use business park attractive to building will clear 32-feet in height and be a crosslight manufacturers, data centers, distribution operators, docked facility. Norfolk Southern will provide the company’s rail service. hotels, and office users. Hazelwood officials believe this corporate move “Actually, the location was perfect because of the highways, close proximity to the airport and access to nation- will help stimulate economic growth in the St. wide railway service,” International Food Products Cor- Louis region. “The news about International Food poration CEO Clayton Brown said. “Also, it’s our first Products Corporation” consolidating its operaventure into [St. Louis] County with our production so tions at Aviator Business Park is not only good for Regional and local business leaders and elected officials attended a recent groundHazelwood, but also for the St. Louis metropolitan breaking ceremony for International Food Products Corporation at Aviator Business we’re real excited about that as well.” Park in Hazelwood. (From left to right) David Cox, Hazelwood Economic Developer; Ed The signed deal with IFPC makes it the first corporate area. This addition will help bring in other sup- Carlstrom, Hazelwood City Manager; Bob Aubuchon, Ward 2 Hazelwood Councilman; tenant at Aviator Business Park. The new site is expected pliers and businesses to the region which will help Rebecca Zoll, North County Inc. President/CEO; Mark Branstetter, Panattoni Developto be up and running by the end of the year. This project, create new jobs and strengthen our industrial base. ment Co.; Clayton Brown, International Food Products, Corp.; Brian Goldman, Northknown as Aviator 4, is a joint venture between Prudential We applaud Panattoni’s efforts in doing a tremen- west Chamber President/CEO; Tammy Durbin, NWCC Chair Elect/Kelly Services; Roger Goessling, Zipp Express, NWCC Ambassador; and Steve Kuhlmann, Principal at Gray and Panattoni. J.P. Morgan is providing the debt. The dous job redeveloping the former Ford site at Avia- Design Group. architect is Gray Design Group. Civil engineer is Clayton tor Business Park, Hazelwood Mayor Matthew G. Engineering. General Contractor is Kadean Construc- Robinson said. for modern space in today’s market. It offers a number According to Mark L. Branstetter, a Panattoni Devel- of advantages, including heavy existing infrastructure, tion Company. IFPC is a St. Louis-based food ingredient distributor opment Company Partner, “Aviator Business Park has great highway, airport and rail access, a solid labor marand manufacturer. In addition to the company’s work- become a very attractive location for companies looking ket and a business-friendly civic environment.”
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currently under construction at Byerly R.V. Center in Eureka. President and owner Russ Patton says the service and parts division of his business is growing fast, and space and personnel are needed to keep up the current level of customer care. “The time has come to invest,” says Patton. Byerly R.V. Center is the number one R.V. dealership in Missouri. In operation for 65 years, what began as a manufacturing business has grown into a leader in R.V. sales and service. Patton has been with the company since 1971, and he says the growth never seemed to slow down. “We were a manufacturer first. Sales was really the last step, but we steadily grew. Because we also sell parts and service vehicles, even during the recession, we weren’t just working, we were expanding.” The extra-large service bays are needed for the supersized vehicles customers are now bringing in for maintenance and repair. “Some of these R.V.’s are getting larger,” says Patton. “At forty feet or more, if we get just two in the building as it is now, we can’t walk around them.” Along with enlarging the space, Byerly R.V. is looking to hire personnel to help manage the larger number of vehicles coming in. Patton says, “We will have to fill this new building with people. We need four people so far, but we may need more later. We need
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Robotics Teams Advance to World Championships The Hazelwood West High School and Hazelwood Central High School robotics teams have advanced to the FIRST Robotics Competition, FRC, World Championship competition in late April at the Edward Jones Dome. The Shrapnel Sergeants, Hazelwood West High, advanced from the FRC St. Louis regional competition held at Chaifetz Arena on March 15 and 16. The RoboHawks, Hazelwood Central High, advanced from FRC Cincinnati regional competition on March 24. FIRST, For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, is a national program founded in 1992 in New Hampshire. FRC is designed for head-to-head competition using a sport themed activity. Teams of students are responsible for designing, building and programming robots to compete in an alliance against other teams. Teams, including coaches, mentors and volunteers, are required to develop a strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles. Through FRC, students get to “apply real-world math and science concepts” and “develop problem-solving, organizational and team-building skills.”
This year the FRC game is called Ultimate Ascent. It is played by two competing alliances on a flat, 27 by 54 foot field. Each alliance consists of three robots. The robots will compete to get as many discs into their goals as they can during a two minute and fifteen second match. The match ends with robots attempting to climb pyramids located near the middle of the field. Each robot earns points based on how high it climbs the pyramid. The robots cannot be more than 112 inches in perimeter, no more than 84 inches in height and cannot weigh more than 120 pounds. The RoboHawks also won the Industrial Design Award at the St. Louis regional competition. Sponsored by General Motors, the Industrial Design Award celebrates form and function in an efficiently designed machine that effectively addresses the game challenge. The new Hazelwood East High School robotics team, the Tech Titans, also competed at the St. Louis regional event at Chaifetz Arena. The Shrapnel Sergeants and the RoboHawks are looking forward to the World Championship, and have already begun preparing for the competition.
Shakespeare Festival Takes on Cyber Bullying In its latest educational production on bullying titled Winning Juliet, a bullied girl named Julie, afraid to audition for a part in the school play because of student harassment, sends the director her audition tape—Juliet’s suicide scene—in a YouTube link. The video is hacked and goes viral because her classmates think the video is real; Julie is expelled. Performances, which are scheduled April 27 through May 5 at Clayton High School, will feature teenagers from four area middle and high schools who are participating in SFSTL’s annual semester-long MetroYouth Shakespeare residency program. In addition to the MetroYouth residency program, SFSTL has two educational touring shows, one of which—Quick Delight 12th Night—also focuses on bullying. These two touring shows, Quick Delight and All the World’s a Stage, are scheduled to be performed for approximately 26,000 students throughout the St. Louis metro area and beyond. This season’s performances are currently touring through May 24. Quick Delight 12th Night and its accompanying workshop, Bullies and Brotherhood in 12th Night highlights the Bard’s most beloved comedy and, yet, allows students to dissect the bullying behavior in the play and understand how it relates to diffusing bullying behavior today. The program is targeted to students in kindergarten through high school. This year marks the third for SFSTL’s bullying-related education tour. In the past two years, the show has played to sold out audiences. Winning Juliet was written by SFSTL Education Direction Christopher Limber and playwright Elizabeth Birkenmeier. David Toretta, a long-time composer and rock musician who is also Chuck Berry's producer, composed the music for Winwww.elanestevenbeautycollge.com ning Juliet. Students participating in the musical are from Grand Center Arts Academy, Clyde Miller Career Academy, Clayton High School and Webster Groves High School. During the past 12 years, Shakespeare Festival St. Louis has inspired more than 250,000 students with the Bard’s advice through these artfully adapted productions for young audiences. These 50-minute text-based adaptations are commissioned from local playwrights and performed by five professional actor/teaching artists at schools and community venues.
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Missouri Scholars Academy Three Pattonville High School students were selected to attend the Missouri Scholars Academy, a threeweek summer academic program for 330 of Missouri’s gifted students who are ready to begin their junior year in high school. The academy is a residential program held on, and partially funded by, the campus of the University of Missouri. Pattonville sophomores Warren Li, Arael Rauls and Delaney Rybarczyk were chosen to attend the academy. In addition, Maureen Hoeft, an English and gifted education teacher at Pattonville High School, will serve on the faculty of the Missouri Scholars Academy. This is the second year Hoeft, a 2000 Pattonville graduate, has been chosen to serve on the academy Pattonville High School gifted teacher Maureen Hoeft, left, is faculty. with the three Pattonville High School students chosen With a carefully selected faculty and staff, a specially shown for the Missouri Scholars Academy. They are, from left, Warren Li, designed curriculum that focuses on the liberal arts, Delaney Rybarcyzk and Arael Rauls. and a variety of stimulating extracurricular activities, the Missouri Scholars Academy enables students to be part of a unique learning community. The academy provides a model that all schools can use in building or expanding their own programs for gifted students. Educators who have served as faculty members have used this experience to benefit students in their local schools.
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A Man Obsessed— A Woman Left Guessing
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Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world, its peak rising more than 29,000 feet. In recent years, increasing numbers of adventurers have tried to scale its summit. Professionally outfitted, often accompanied by Sherpa guides, they make the perilous journey up the mountain. In the 1920s, an elite English gentleman had none of today’s modern conveniences, other than oxygen in his third attempt — his final, and fatal, quest. Above All Things, a novel by debut author Tanis Rideout is more than just the tale of George Mallory’s drive to scale a mountain that stirs his blood and enslaves him. It’s also a love story, a book spawned by Rideout’s curiosity about the woman behind the man — Mallory’s wife, Ruth, and what marriage to an adventurer like Mallory would be like. It’s a relationship of long absences and incessant dread of bad news, a marriage strained by empty words, “ . . . I’m done with it. I don’t need it. I need to be with you,” a promise made after the second attempt in 1922, when Mallory took what many thought were unnecessary risks, leading to the death of seven Sherpas lost in an avalanche. Two years later, Mallory, the father of three, knows he’s growing older. If he’s going to attempt the climb again, it must be now. And so in 1924, he answers the siren’s call by joining a climbing expedition of five, which includes the youngest member of the group, Sandy Irvine. While the others in the climbing party stay at advanced base camp, the two venture forward in a harrowing climb that costs them their lives. To this day, speculation remains as to whether or not they reached the summit. Above All Things, has wide appeal to a variety of readers — those desiring an exciting tale of survival, and others intrigued by the romance the Mallorys shared. On both counts the novel delivers. Bundle up and enjoy. See solution on page 13
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Tips for Bringing Home a Puppy Seventeen million Americans bring home a new pet each year, according to the American Humane Association—and a lot of those pets are adorable puppies. “It’s exciting to bring home a new puppy, but there are several things you need to think about before you do,” said Dr. Simon Starkey, PetSmart veterinarian. “To get your new puppy off to a great start, it’s important to make sure you and your home are prepared for your new family member.” Here are Dr. Starkey’s helpful tips: • Puppy Proofing Your Home: Take a moment to crawl on the ground to see the world through your puppy’s eyes. Make a list of all the potential dangers you notice and remove them from your puppy's curious reach. Be sure to remove poisons like laundry detergent or chemical cleaners and even some house plants; and be sure to puppy-proof your plugs, hot
• Grooming: At-home grooming begins with nail spots and other potential hazards such as space heaters trimmings, brushing and baths. You can also visit a or tubs and pools. • Food and Nutrition: A healthy feeding routine PetSmart stylist to groom or bathe your puppy. “As soon as you can, schedule starts with premium puppy food and your puppy’s first vet appointment also includes: proper storage to make to confirm your puppy’s vaccinasure food is fresh, finding a food and tion schedule and discuss preventawater bowl that are the right size, tive health care such as proper teeth feeding the right amount, sticking to care,” said Dr. Starkey. “Like people, a schedule, and avoiding people food. puppies have temporary teeth, and • Fight Stains and Odor: Puppy permanent teeth begin to emerge by accidents come with the territory. To about four months so it is important minimize those accidents, be consistent with potty training and try Nato establish a good oral health routine right away.” ture’s Miracle Stain and Odor cleanTo help pet parents take the ing products to help discourage a guesswork out of caring for their puppy from marking the same spot new puppy, purchase the PetSmart again. Puppy Starter Kit. The kit includes • Training: Potty trainvouchers for a bag of specialty puping tips, introducing a py food, a one-hour puppy oriennew puppy to any other tation seminar, a puppy bath, two dogs, and beginner com- Photo courtesy of Getty Images mands can make the Doggie Day Camp visits, and a vettransition to a new home easier for your erinary consultation at Banfield Pet Hospital located puppy. Visit your local PetSmart store for inside stores. The kit also includes coupons for savings information on in-store training and home on necessities such as flea and tick medication, collars reinforcement products like Sentry Stop or leashes, ID tags and more. To learn more about puppy essentials and services, That pheromone noise spray to help teach visit a store near you or www.petsmart.com. your dog right from wrong.
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Phillies manager Ben Chapman. Sports movies such as The The manager and player had fiSandlot and Field of Dreams ery encounters on the field as capture the heart and soul of Chapman hurled racial slurs America’s favorite pastime. without mercy. Tudyk throws These films focus on people, himself into the character, both young and old, who poscapturing the seething hatred sess an undying passion for the of a man who doesn’t want his game of baseball. world to change. Add 42 to that short list. This Christopher Meloni rounds biopic of the legendary Jackie out the cast as iconic baseball manager Leo Robinson features solid writing Durocher. He helped get the other players to and at least two award-worthy fall in line behind Robinson, but Durocher’s performances. extra-marital affairs led to his temporary susRising star Chadwick Bosepension from the game. man commands respect as The first truly great film of 2013, 42 is a winRobinson, a talented baseball ner, just like the man the film honors. player unable to breach the 42, rated PG-13 for thematic elements including sport’s color barrier. Brooklanguage, currently is playing in theaters. lyn Dodgers executive Branch Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now Rickey (an incredible Harribased in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access son Ford) brings the player up to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at 42 photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures through the ranks until he can work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, make his major league debut in Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent then curls up on the floor and cries tears of rage. 1947. Harrison Ford easily delivers the performance of a countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood As good as he is on the field, Robinson also has a lifetime as Branch Rickey, the baseball executive who theaters. strong temper. Rickey encourages his newest player to challenged racial attitudes. As portrayed keep that anger in check. If he blows his cool, no one by Ford, Rickey is truly colorblind (the in the sports world will take him seriously or accept only color he worries about is the green on him as an equal. a dollar bill.) Rickey thinks that great playWithout a doubt, 42 is a rock-solid movie. Writer/ ers like Robinson can and will fill seats, director Brian Helgeland (A Knight’s Tale) skillfully and that’s good for everyone. tells the story of the man who paved the way for such Character actor Alan Tudyk also delivers greats as Hank Aaron and Ozzie Smith. a noteworthy performance as Philadelphia Over the last few years, Chadwick Boseman has been impressive in smaller films such as The Kill Hole. Playing Jackie Robinson gives the talented actor a chance to flex his muscles. Boseman embodies Robinson’s passion for the game as well as his immense frustration. In one key scene, the now-legendary player, after enduring racial slurs from the opposing team, goes into the www.StCharlesConventionCenter.com/MothersDay clubhouse and smashes a baseball bat into tiny splinters. He
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Gary Baute Rascals’ Coach on The Big Screen The River City Rascals announced the debut of assistant coach Danny Sawyer in the newly-released movie 42, the biographical movie about Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play Major League Baseball. On the screen, Sawyer plays Bruce Edwards, the real-life catcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers when Robinson broke the color barrier. The film stars Harrison Ford as Branch Rickey and Chadwick Boseman as Robinson. “The whole Rascals family is very proud of the work Danny did on the movie,” said Dan Dial, Rascals general manager. “It was a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity, and he will always be able to look back on film and see the part he played in telling Jackie Robinson’s big screen story. The movie has gotten great reviews so far, and we’re happy to have him back with us this summer to teach some younger guys about what he learned from a historical prospective, as well as how to use baseball to advance your career in other industries.” Source: Rascal’s website. Check their website for all the season details: www. RiverCityRascals.com *Home opener less than a month
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Monsters Play Saturday April 27 The Missouri Monsters, your professional indoor football team, will play this coming weekend the Georgia Rampage on Saturday April 27 at 7:30pm in the friendly confines of the Family Arena. Check out the website for more information…. www.UIFLMonsters.com *Need a few notches in the victory column Women’s Lacrosse Earns Second Straight Conference Victory The Lindenwood women’s lacrosse team clinched its second consecutive WILA title on Thursday night with an 18-12 win over Regis at Hunter Stadium. The Lady Lions are now 13-1 overall and a perfect 8-0 in conference play. Lindenwood topped Regis 15-13 earlier this year to gain sole possession of first place in the WILA, and Thursday’s victory puts the Lady Lions out of reach in the conference race. Leading by just three at halftime, Lindenwood’s offense opened up the lead throughout the second half. At one point, the Lady Lions held an 18-9 secondhalf lead. Regis attempted a comeback by scoring the game’s final three goals, but it was too little too late as Lindenwood held on for the win. Shelby Polk and Melissa Menchella scored five goals apiece to lead the offensive charge for Lindenwood. Polk also added an assist and won six draw controls in the victory. Justiene Groothuis and Meghan Chase each tallied two goals of their own, while teammate Melissa Smith had a pair of goals and a team-high four assists. Goalie Christine Hehmeyer played all 60 minutes in net. She picked up three groundballs and made six saves on the way to her 13th win of the season. Lindenwood played its final home game of the season on Saturday against Colorado Mesa. Lindenwood defeated Colorado Mesa by a score of 19-6. *Thanks to Jen Lawson, Sports Information-Graduate Assistant of Lindenwood Ram’s NFL Draft Party at Dave and Busters The St. Louis football Rams will have an official gathering in Bridgeton Thursday Aprils 25 preparing for several announcements to better their squad. 101.1 ESPN will be broadcasting LIVE with Steve Savard and D’Farr, giving their analysis of each pick from each of the 32 National Football League teams. *A very big night for a lot of college athletes heading to the pros 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.
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With a few expert tips from Buddy Valastro, author and star of TLC’s “Cake Boss,” you can take your sweet treats from good to great in no time. • Start with Quality Ingredients: When you start with better ingredients, you end up with a better cookie or brownie. Use real butter, highquality vanilla and great tasting chocolate. Here, Buddy shares some of his favorite recipes that use M&M’S candies to add an extra special touch to family favorites. • Chill the Dough: Leaving cookie dough in the refrigerator gives it more body and results in a fuller and better tasting cookie. Plan ahead so you can refrigerate your dough at least one hour or, even better, overnight. • Keep It Uniform: Use a small ice cream scoop to keep your cookies the same size. This not only helps them look professional, but bake up evenly and consistently. • Pans Matter: Bake cookies on light-colored, non-insulated cookie sheets without sides. Metal pans will cook brownies faster than glass pans, which means cooking times will vary. Start checking your brownies early to test if they’re ready and prevent over baking. Buddy Valastro You can find more sweet baking tips and recipes at www.facebook. com/mms.
Ultimate Peanut Butter Brownies Ingredients: 4 ounces semisweet chocolate 1 cup canola or vegetable oil 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder
Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a rectangular 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. In 3-quart saucepan, gently combine the semisweet chocolate and oil over very low heat until melted. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
In separate bowl, combine sugar, eggs and vanilla extract until blended. Add in chocolate mixture. Slowly sift in remaining dry ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in 1 1/2 cups candies. Spread batter into pan. Sprinkle with remain- Simply Sweet Cannoli ing 1/2 cup candies and press lightly. Bake until brownies begin to pull away from sides of pan, about 30 to 40 minutes.
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Church Apr. 27: Priscilla Shirer Live Simulcast At Cross Keys Baptist Church, 14255 New Halls Ferry Rd, Florissant, 8am- 4pm. $15 in advance includes a box lunch. Tickets at the door $10 do not include lunch. crosskeysbaptistchurch.org, 314.831.0643 May 3 & 17: Fish Fry At Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Rd., St. Louis., 4:30 – 6:30pm, 314.867.0800. Saturdays: ESL Classes 10 – 11:30am at Immanuel Lutheran Chapel, 11100 Old Halls Ferry Road, St. Louis. Free. All are welcome. Info: 314.849.6949. Events Apr. 25: Hazelwood School District “Spring into Employment” Career workshops and job fair at 1865 Dunn Road, St. Louis. April 4 - Résumé Building/Application Skills workshop; April 18 - Interviewing and Job Skills workshop;
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Apr. 25: Job Fair This event is free and open to the entire community. Child care will be provided, RSVP required. Please RSVP to Hollie Henderson at hhenderson@hazelwoodschools.org or 314.953.4944. Apr. 26: Trivia Night At Brown Elementary School in the school gymnasium, 3325 Chickory Creek Lane, Florissant, 6:30pm, $15 per person/$120 per table of 8. Apr. 26-27: DWI Sobriety Checkpoint Hazelwood Police Department (HPD) will be conducting a DWI Sobriety Checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city limits, 800.525.5555, www.saveMOlives.com. Apr. 27: Free Drug Collection Event 10am-2pm, Maryland Heights Government Center, 11911 Dorsett Road, 314.738.2330. The drive-up, drop-off service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.
Apr. 27: Florissant Garage Sale At the James J Eagan Ice Rink area from 9am – 1pm. To reserve your spot to sell in the Florissant Garage Sale, fill out an application by April 19; the fee is $15 (residents only). Free to attend. For additional information call 314.921.4466. Apr. 27: UCC Habitat For Humanity Fundraising Dinner At Zion United Church of Christ (5710 North Highway 67, 1/4 mile west of Jamestown Mall) Outreach Ministry will host a Fundraising Dinner to benefit Habitat For Humanity from 5-7 p.m. The menu includes: Pulled pork, bread, side dishes, iced tea, coffee, punch and dessert. Tickets are: $10.00 (adults), $5 (children under 10). Call 314.741.1590 for tickets or reservations. www.zionucc1.org. May 5: All-Star Reunion Concert At the Ludwig Memorial Theatre, the Apple Shed in Clarksville, MO, 2-5pm, $20 at the door, 573.242.3982. May 5: Screening of Face of Birth film on International Midwives Day 2pm – 4pm, B&B Theatre in Wildwood. wendy@naturalbirthevangelist.com, 314.537.2930. May 11: Mother/Daughter Princess Tea At Trinity 1720 Redman Ave, St. Louis, 9 11:30am, $7 for adults and teen girls and $10 for girls 12 and under. Reservations must be received by April 26 to dpetrowske@trinitycatholichigh.org.
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May 11: 32nd Annual Hazelwood PTA Scholarship Run/Walk At Hazelwood Central High School. Begins at 7am. hazelwoodptacouncil.com. May 17: Support Dogs, Inc. Dogs in the Ruff! Golf Tournament Norman K. Probstein Golf Course, 6141 Lagoon Drive in Forest Park, noon, 314.997.2325, www.supportdogs.org. May 18: 15th Annual Women’s Charity Golf Tournament Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis 15th annual All Women’s Charity Golf Tournament, Golf Club of Florissant, 50 Country Club Lane, Florissant. $100 includes 18 holes with cart, lunch, drink tickets, dinner and attendance prizes and awards. Registration begins at 11am, shotgun start 4 women scramble at noon with dinner and awards at 5 pm. May 19: Kids In The Middle Cardinals Game At 1:15pm. St. Louis Cardinals VS Milwaukee Brewers. Tickets are $35 (List price is $63). Seats are in the Lower Left Field Box, Sections 169 & 170. Kids tube socks give-away and “run the bases” after the game. First come, first served for best available seats. Call 314.909.9922 or visit www.kidsinthemiddle.org and click the “Upcoming Events” tab to purchase tickets by May 1. May 24-27: Free Art Exhibit At the Calhoun County Visitor’s Center, 133 E. Main Street, Brussels, IL, 618.883.2032. June 1: Chili Cookoff The Clarksville Missouri State Chili Cookoff will replace the Clarksville Regional. Riverfront Park, Clarksville, Mo. Total prize money is $1500. June 10: 2013 Alumni Golf Challenge Winghaven Country Club in O’Fallon, 1pm, $95 per player
or $380 for a foursome. Includes lunch, dinner, refreshments throughout the day, a gift bag, contests on the course and the chance to bid on silent and live auction items. Benefits Trinity Angel Fund for tuition assistance. Reserve spot at 314.741.1333, ext: 223 or e-mail at dgrumich@trinitycatholichigh. org. Every Monday: Line dancing with Minnie At St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Florissant, at 6:30pm. Beginners welcome. RSVP at 314.838.3877. Every Sunday: 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. Calling All St. Augustine’s Classmates Planning is underway for an All School Reunion on August 10, 2013. Held at Spazio’s Restaurant (near Westport). If you attended St. Augustine’s School located at Herbert & Lismore streets in the city of St. Louis we want to hear from you. Please contact a member of the planning committee: Sandy Tricamo (‘66) 314.791.7714; Leo Neuner (‘65) 972.951.4853; Don Becker (‘68) 636.399.0088; Tom Hartnett (‘66) 314.623.9950. You can also register on Facebook as you reminisce viewing the old parish pictures which have been posted. Search for: St. Augustine Catholic School - St. Louis Mo. Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs 3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, MO 63044. Info: 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. Inviting All Florissant Senior Citizens To Join One Of The
www.mycnews.com • Community News • April 24, 2013 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 11:30-2:30 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 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. Last Saturday of Each Month: Writers Workshop 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Looking for new Authors and Songwriters. Come join us and let us help you with your dream. We have Authors, Songwriters, Playwrites, Teachers and more. Meet at the Baden Liberary 8448 Church Rd. For more info call 314.388.2400. GNCC Member Happenings Old Jamestown Association Join for only $10 per individual or $15 per family. Become a part of this network of residents who are informed about events and issues in the Old Jamestown Area. Questions? Email prautes@aol.com. Health 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 121124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-2915210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-2913021 Email: dbland@sarahcare. com ferdfetsch@sbcglobal.net.
Crisis Nursery The Crisis Nursery is committed to preventing child abuse and neglect by offering real help and real hope to families in crisis. The Crisis Nursery provides shortterm, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at five sites, serving families throughout the greater St. Louis, St. Charles, Wentzville, Southern Illinois and surrounding regions. For the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery 24-hour helpline, call 314. 768.3201. In St. Charles County, call 636.947.0600. Visit www.crisisnurserykids.org for program, volunteer and event info. Christian Hospital To register call 314.747.9355 Apr. 25: 9th Annual Hats Off to Women – HATTITUDE At Christian Hospital with screenings from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and a lecture at 6pm. For more information, contact Bret Berigan, bmb0914@bjc.org Learn about women and heart disease and how attitude can have a big influence on your health. The fun will begin with a special gift given to every woman who chooses to wear a hat. A goody bag will be given to all participants and a light, hearthealthy dinner will be served. Free blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings will be available. Reservations: 314.747.9355 or 877.747.9355. May 1: American Red Cross Blood Drive 12 – 4pm, Northwest HealthCare Community Room, 1225 Graham Rd., Florissant. Registration: www. redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code: northwesthealthcare; or contact Mindy McLain at mlm7458@bjc.org. May 1 & 2: Designer Direct Jewelry Sale 9am – 4pm May 1, 7am – 3pm May 2, Most items under $20. All proceeds benefit patient care, Christian Hospital Lobby, 11333 Dunn Rd., St. Louis. May 5: Cinco de Mammo-thon 7am – 7:30pm at Northwest
HealthCare, the most pampered mammogram you’ve ever had! Reservations are required. 314.747.9355. June 3 – Oct. 7: EMT-B Course At Christian Hospital open to the public. The Emergency Medical Technician--Basic (EMT-B) course is designed for students interested in providing patient care to their community. This is the entry-level course required to work on an ambulance. The cost is $1,500. Register online at http://www.christianhospital.org/EMS-Academy. For more information, contact Shannon Watson at 314.653.5271. Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting 6:30 – 8pm, Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 314-8393171, 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 With Christian Hospital, 6:30 7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Center for Senior Renewal The Center for Mental Health’s Center for Senior Renewal, conveniently located on the first floor of the Detrick Building, provides day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia. The Center for Senior Renewal provides a comfortable, home-like atmosphere staffed with compassionate and experienced mental health profes-
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sionals. For more information, call 314.653.5123. Christian Hospital Recovery Center The Christian Hospital Recovery Center provides intensive outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults. There is also a specialized program for patients with chronic mental illness. The center is conveniently located on the Christian Hospital campus. Call confidentially to 314.953.8100. Volunteers needed 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 in the Volunteer Office, located off the hospital’s main lobby. For more information, call the Christian Hospital volunteer office at 314.653.5032. SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings May 8: Treatments for Relieving Back Pain
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6 - 7:30pm, May Center at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive in Bridgeton, free, includes a light dinner. 866.776.3627 to register. Every Mon. & Tues. in Apr.: Healthy Meal Replacement (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. Diabetes Self-Management Training A series of four classes within a six-month period of time. Call Central Scheduling to make an appointment at 314.344.7220. The classes are covered by most insurance plans. 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 info.
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The Sad Tale of a Crock-Pot Crackpot I found an old recipe for sauerkraut and decided to fire up the crock-pot. First it called for pork spareribs. I didn’t have any, but I did have some country pork ribs. Are spareribs made in the city? I never saw any pigs in our subdivision, but who cares? In they went. Next it called for 32 ounces of sauerkraut. I had that covered. But wait, it also called for a head of cabbage! Cabbage? Cabbage is for St. Patrick’s day. I called a chef at my favorite restaurant and asked why cabbage is included in German sauerkraut recipes. After he was done laughing, he said, “Sauerkraut is fermented cabbage you Schweinhund.” He hung up. Ferment? Isn’t that what moon-shiners do? Yuck! I
decided to use lettuce. It called for a thinly sliced onion. I began slicing one. After the second slice, I sliced my index finger. The onion fell on the floor. I bandaged my finger and washed the blood and “greebles” off the onion. I finished slicing while I sang Mack the Knife. I’m sure it helped. Then four cups of water, one can of chicken broth and...wait a minute! Chicken broth? I considered calling the chef again, but what did he know. I wasn’t planning on chicken soup, so I didn’t have any chicken broth. I dumped in a small jar of chicken bouillon cubes I had bought it eight years ago. Does bouillon go bad? Surely not. Oh wait, I forgot to take the foil off. I dipped them out, removed the foil from each cube and threw them back in. I was sure I got them all. Then, it called for one bottle of beer with the fizz removed. Bottle? Fizz removed? How weird. I only had cans. I figured heat would remove the fizz. I dumped one can in a glass and put it in the microwave. It boiled over in frothing wrath. Did I disturb the beer gods? I dumped the rest in the crock-pot. This sure turned out to be nerve-racking. No wonder so many single guys go to restaurants. Since I might have offended the beer gods, I drank two more cans of beer. Why take chances? The final touch was minced garlic and a pinch of caraway seeds. I thought a pinch was something bar-maids suffer. I called my
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