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Africans to Americans: 400 Years of History to be celebrated with genealogy event and the annual Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing Celebration By Charlotte Beard The year 2019 marks 400 years since Africans were taken from their homeland in the transatlantic slave trade. Subsequently they and their descendants would come to be key in the making of North and South America. To mark the historical anniversary, the 17th annual Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing Celebration has joined with community leaders to present Africans to Americans: 400 Years of History. The history will be commemorated by two separate events taking place on Saturday, April 27 and Saturday, May 4. A free ancestry workshop event will be held April 27 from 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. at

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Weather the St. Louis Central Library Auditorium (lower level) located at 1301 Olive Street in Downtown St. Louis. While the May 4 event will attract people from around the St. Louis region and beyond, the Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing Celebration is collaborating with St. Louis Public Library’s Genealogy Room to invite people of color to this workshop to help trace their ancestry in America. It is stated that typical genealogical research strategies often fail when applied to enslaved African Americans. The workshop’s aim is to help attendees learn the value of tracing their family his-

tory and how to get started. Prior to talks with the panel of experts, the workshop will begin in the auditorium lobby with open consultations conducted by Association of African Ancestored Researchers and the St. Louis Public Library’s Genealogy Room. Consults for St. Louis residents will be on a first-come-first-serve basis. Attendees are encouraged to bring DNA results or their family tree. After the consult sessions conclude at 12:30 p.m., the workshop will follow with the speaker event. Speakers include Connie Eller, Christopher See ‘HISTORY’ page 2

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Nordmann, LaDonna Garner, Daniel Lilienkamp and Dr. Gina Paige – founder of African Ancestry and the keynote speaker. For more details and a complete lineup, visit https://greatriversgreenway. org/event/africans-to-americans-ancestry-workshop. On May 4 from noon to 5 pm, the free celebration will continue for all St. Louisans at The Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing located on the Mississippi River Greenway on the banks of the Mississippi River. It is north of Merchant’s Bridge in North St. Louis City at 28 East Grand. Parking is free and a shuttle will be available to transport attendees to the event’s site. The site commemorates Mary Meachum, a free woman of color who guided many slaves to freedom by helping them cross over to the free state of Illinois, and later helped spearhead education efforts for people of color in St. Louis. The Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing Celebration is made possible by the partnerships of the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, National Black Tourism Network, Youth & Family Center, National Underground Railroad Network, the City of St. Louis, St. Louis Public Library,

St. Louis County Library, St. Charles County Parks, the Historic Daniel Boone Home, Great Rivers Greenway and Missouri Division of Tourism. The event will kick-off with music and a gospel choir competition sponsored by Praise 95.1 radio. The celebration will also include games for children. Attendees can purchase food, drinks, and artisan goods/ crafts at the celebration as well. The event’s annual play, a mainstay of the Meachum Freedom Crossing celebration, will begin at 3:30 p.m. “Each year we correspond with something different in black history and there is always a dramatic piece that corresponds with the theme,” stated Angela da Silva, Director of the National Black Tourism Network and Event Manager for Mary Meachum. The one-hour play dramatization includes the writing of da Silva and two other playwrights – Gregory S. Carr and Mariah L. Richardson. The play is representative of three 20-minute segments blended to depict three timeframes from the years 1619 – 2019. “You’ve got three different visions in each of these 20 minutes,” shared da Silva.

“It’s exciting! I love rehearsal! It was my idea – 400 years of history to me was too big for one person. I wanted something collaborative. We start in Africa all the way through the middle-passage; all the intervening years. It’s the history all come to life. You’ll get it all.” The play will open with da Saliva’s visionary lens of history depicting the period in which Africans were taken from their homeland and ending with the year 1750. Carr’s vision will be picked up through the period of the Civil War. da Silva stated, “In 1750 – we broke it there because that’s the rise of revolution in this country.” She went on to share that Richardson’s vision will conclude the 400-year history with the reconstruction to civil rights. “This year is a milestone of black history that must be elevated and celebrated,” says da Silva who is also an adjunct professor at Lindenwood University. “It’s important for all of us to not only recognize 400 years of hardship and sacrifice but also honor the incredible contributions black people have made to this country since 1619.” For more details on the event visit www. MaryMeachum.org.

COMMUNITY VOICES Don’t get burned by warmer weather By Dr. Misty Collier Farr Warmer weather is coming and with it more time outdoors. That makes this the perfect time to talk about skin health and by skin health, I mean avoiding sunburn. Erythema Solare, more affectionately known as sunburn, is a skin condition caused by overexposure to the sun. Everyone has the potential to get sunburn. Let me repeat that; everyone has the potential to get sunburn. Just ask my husband. There are certain factors that make it more (or less) likely but nevertheless, anyone is a potential victim. The sun emits all kinds of rays. Ultraviolet (UV) rays create UV radiation. There are three types of UV radiation A, B, and C. Don’t worry about UVC; although they are extremely harmful, most, if not all, is filtered by the Ozone Layer. That leaves UVA and B. UVB is harmful to your skin and is the lead culprit in sunburn, but it also helps the skin create vitamin D. You’ll run into UVB rays in summer and on those really bright days. UVA is the least harmful of the rays and it is everywhere, always, and does absolutely nothing for vitamin D levels. I have to say that prolonged exposure to either of the UV rays may increase your likelihood of sunburn, but long-term

(years) exposure can increase the likelihood of abnormalities such as skin cancer, early aging, wrinkles, etc.. In fact, anytime your skin darkens (tans) it is an indication of damage from the sun. Well, none of us is going to wear sweatshirts or lock ourselves indoors this summer. So, we have to find ways to effectively protect ourselves against UV rays and combat the risk of sunburn. It’s a never-ending battle that is best accomplished through a combination of avoidance and protection. Seeking shade and avoiding prolonged exposure are sure ways to protect your skin, combined with sunblock and sunscreens when we plan on being in the sun for long periods of time. Sunblocks protect against UVB rays; sunscreens protect against UVA. The best way to maximize your protection is to get a product that does both-called broad spectrum. Most products are broad spectrum, but it never hurts to check. Each block or screen has a Sun Protection Factor (SPF); the higher the SPF the better the protection. It is important to remember to apply blocks and screens generously and to reapply them every three-to-four hours, even if the packaging states that it isn’t necessary. So, enjoy the sun and should you get

burned your local pharmacist usually has something that can help or at least lend a sympathetic ear. Dr. Misty Collier Farr received her doctor of pharmacy degree from St. Louis College of Pharmacy and is currently serving as the Pharmacy Manager Florissant store. She is a devoted wife and mother of three. She and her family reside in the area and are active members of their community. Dr. Farr is a member of St. Nicholas’ Catholic Church and enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends. Angela Clabon is the Chief Executive Officer of CareSTL Health.. A native of St. Louis, Clabon obtained a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Missouri, and later obtained a master’s degree in business administration from Webster University. She has dedicated over 33 years to the health care movement in the city of St. Louis. The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Hazelwood Police Department participates in National Drug Take-Back Day on April 27 The Hazelwood Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on a National Drug TakeBack Day on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood p.m. The drop-off location will be at Hazelwood’s Police Station behind the building at City Hall at 415 Elm Grove Lane, under the green POLICE canopy. This is a great opportunity for local residents to look inside their medicine cabinets, bathrooms and on kitchen counters for any expired, unwanted or unused prescription medications. Keeping pill bottles around the bathroom and kitchen can often tempt family members to try them and get addicted to them. The event helps draw attention to the growing problem of opioid drug abuse. Residents can drive up to the curb, roll down their window and drop off their medications with no questions asked. The program is anonymous. In addition, none of the prescriptions will be inventoried, counted or logged in. All material turned in will be incinerated. Any solid dosage of pharmaceutical products (tablets, capsules, etc.) in Rx containers can be accepted. Small (pint size) bottles of cough syrups may be dropped off if they are sealed in their original container. Donors must ensure that the caps are tightly sealed to prevent leakage. Do not drop off the following: EPI’s; inhalers; syringes; and needles. These items may be contaminated due to potential hazards posed by blood-born pathogens. Plus, they are combustible when incinerated. For more information, contact Sgt. Ken Eckardt, HPD’s Sergeant of the Neighborhood Action Team, at 314-513-5208 or by e-mail at kaeckardt@hazelwoodmo.org.

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Over 400 seniors attend the Fifth Annual Aging My Way Resource Fair Over 400 senior citizens attended the free Fifth Annual Aging My Way Resource Fair for Senior Citizens and over 75 vendors were on hand on April 9 at the James J. Eagan Center. The city of Florissant partnered with Memory Care Home Solutions, St. Catherine Retirement

Center, The Pillars of North County and Mercy Home Health & Hospice Services to provide senior citizens with information and resources to senior citizens who are aging in place in their homes as well as senior citizen who are considering other senior living options.

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Women of Achievement announced the 2019 Women of Achievement – a selection of 10 extraordinary volunteers from the St. Louis metropolitan region. The St. Louis Women of Achievement Award, which was founded in 1955, is the oldest, ongoing program in the area whose sole mission is to honor and recognize the volunteer service and volunteer leadership of women. The 10 honorees will be recognized at the 2019 Women of Achievement Luncheon on May 14 at the Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. Doors open at 11:15 a.m. and the luncheon runs until 1:30 p.m. This year’s luncheon chair is Eva Frazer, M.D. (Class of 2014) and the vice chair is Joni Karandjeff (Class of 2008). Luncheon reservations are $60 per person and can be made online at www.woastl.org/ luncheon-reservations or by contacting Women of Achievement at 314.896.4962 or woastlouis@ gmail.com. The 2019 Class of Honorees includes: Jill Aul: Social Justice Simone Bernstein: Youth Empowerment Jessica Bueler: Community Betterment Valeda Keys: Health Advocacy Jo Ann Taylor Kindle: Spirit of Giving Kalen McAllister: Social Enterprise Mary Lieber Schoolman: Civic Responsibility Mary Harper Thomas: Educational Enrichment Cindy Lander Wallach: Youth & Family

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honoree who has a lifetime of volunteerism, this class is truly extraordinary and reflects the amazing and tireless volunteer service taking place in our region,” said Women of Achievement President Gwendolyn Packnett, Ph.D. (Class of 2006). “We’re honored to announce this Class of 2019 – a selection of outstanding women who have made a tremendous impact in the St. Louis community.” “Each year Women of Achievement recognizes and honors 10 exemplary women who dedicate their time in service to others. The annual luncheon is an opportunity to share and celebrate the remarkable stories of volunteerism and charitable works of our honorees,” said Women of Achievement Luncheon Chair Eva Frazer, M.D. (Class of 2014). “The luncheon is a festive event complete with a gourmet meal, featuring a 30-minute video about the honorees and their service to the St. Louis region, but it is really about the power of one person’s ability to truly make a difference in the lives of others. The luncheon is inspiring, uplifting and joyous!” Women of Achievement honorees are selected from nominations from the St. Louis metropolitan area, including Metro East Illinois, who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the betterment of the St. Louis region through voluntary contributions, volunteer leadership and a significant breadth of a volunteer career. Women of Achievement considers nominees with significant volunteer impact in areas such as, but not limited to, education, arts, health and human services, youth and family, philanthropy, social justice and advocacy. For additional information about the awards, luncheon and honorees, please visit www.woastl.org.

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Northwest Chamber announces selection of new president Northwest Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman, Katie Magoon announced that Greg Gelzinnis has been selected as the new President of the Northwest Chamber of Commerce. Magoon remarked, “A five-member hiring committee of our board of directors has been working for the last three months to review resumes and screen candidates.” She continued, “We received over 168 applicants for the position, but are very pleased that Greg will be leading our organization into the future.” Gelzinnis comes to the Northwest Chamber after having founded and run Bluff City Tours, Inc., a regional tour and event planning business from 1986 – 2015, three seasons as the Kettle

Coordinator for the Salvation Army – Alton Corps, and most recently as the Director of Program Development for the YWCA of Alton, Illinois. Gelzinnis remarked, “I am deeply honored to become the next President of the Northwest Chamber. I am anxious to meet our membership and get to work making sure that business isn’t just good, but great. Former President, Brian Goldman, the staff, and chamber board are to be commended for making the Submitted photo Northwest Chamber a leader in the region.” A welcome reception for Gelzinnis will

be held for Northwest Chamber members on May 9 from 4:30 – ? at the Chamber Office at 4477 Woodson Road Suite 100. Additional information on chamber membership and upcoming events can be found on the chamber’s website at northwestchamber.com or by calling the office at 314-291-2131.

Northwest Views: Taking charge of fall prevention By Dr. Tricia Creel Falls are the most common cause of injury among older adults and can lead to a downward cycle of fear of falling and avoidance of activity. However, falls aren’t something that are bound to happen as you age, there are proven ways to reduce your fall risk. For example, in multiple studies, exercise has been shown to reduce falls and fear of falling for older adults. Unfortunately, people tend to have difficulty sticking to exercise routines over time, with less than 50 percent of older people still active one year after starting a fall prevention program. So, if exercise and other forms of fall prevention work, why don’t we stick with the program? Older people have unique needs that directly influence their ability to start and maintain an exercise program. These can include health problems, pain and longstanding beliefs that exercise will not make a difference. Additionally, strength and balance training can be off-putting to older adults who are new to exercise or returning after a long break. Due to social engagement and guidance of a trained instructor, group exercise can be a powerful tool for encouraging participation in exercise. However, group exercise can pose additional obstacles, including transportation, cost, and concern about your ability level compared to others. One way to combat these barriers to participation in exercise is through self-education and self-management, where you take an active role in the development, timing and tailoring of your exercise routine. Using guidelines from balance experts like physical therapists, you can be actively involved in selecting exercises and understanding how and when to progress them as you become more fit. This will improve your exercise self-efficacy, belief in your ability to be successful with exercise, and the belief that exercise is helpful. Below are guidelines you can use to increase your exercise self-efficacy and make meaningful progress towards decreasing your fall risk: 1. Know the facts. Review the recently updated Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, which discusses the proven benefits of physical

activity and outlines the amounts and types of exercise recommended for different ages and populations. 2. Consult an expert. If you are new to exercise or returning after a long break or a major change in your health status, it is helpful to seek expert guidance to get started. Depending on your needs, you could work with either a physical therapist or personal trainer to design an initial exercise program. 3. Be more active at home. Try to integrate exercise into your everyday activities to get started. Once your confidence and fitness level improves, you could try either an online or group exercise program geared towards seniors. 4. Track changes in your wellness. Sometimes changes with exercise occur slowly and you may be improving without even realizing how far you’ve come. Make sure that you pay attention to your accomplishments. The bottom line is that falls can be prevented and you can take control of your fall risk. Along with regular participation in exercise, you can also make modifications to your home, work with your doctor to reduce the amount of medication you take and have your vision checked regularly. These are all proven and effective strategies to help you take charge of fall prevention! Dr. Tricia Creel, PT, DPT, NCS is a Program Coordinator with the American Parkinson Disease Association - Greater St. Louis Chapter. She is a physical therapist who specialized in the treatment of neurologic disorders, with an emphasis on Parkinson’s disease. Her other clinical interests include vestibular rehabilitation and balance impairments. She is also a Board Certified Neurologic Specialist (NCS) and has presented at local and national conferences on Parkinson’s disease. The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Ferguson Middle School eighth-grader Lauren Sutton (holding plaque), received an academic achievement award at the recently held North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU) Youth Appreciation Dinner.

Sutton’s mother and grandmother, along with FMS staff members and Missouri Senator Brian Williams (District 14), were on hand to celebrate the achievement.

FFSD ELL instructor addresses the literacy gap with her first published book

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Dr. Karessa V. Morrow, an ELL (English Lan- dents to read on grade level. Morrow takes an guage Learners) instructor at Wedgwood El- unflinching look at how poverty hurts children, ementary School in the Ferguson-Florissant families, and communities. She provides reading School District, has published tips on how to improve reading her first book “Ring the Bell: achievement of economically Literacy Is Everyone’s Problem,” disadvantaged students. which addresses the literacy gap “Individuals will find this among students. book to be an insightful re“Ring the Bell: Literacy Is source that addresses the root Everyone’s Problem” is written causes of low reading achievefor administrators, educators, ment and provides practical reading specialists, literacy spetools on how to change the tracialists, academic instructionjectory for low performing stual coaches, counselors, social dents,” said Morrow. workers, school psychologists Morrow is a 30-year educaand parents. tion veteran. She has experiPhoto courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District Morrow said that one of the ence as a principal, assistant most vexing problems confronting educators is principal, literacy coach, and a reading specialhelping students read on grade level. A veteran ist. She holds a doctorate degree in educational educator, Morrow shares her own story of how leadership from Maryville University in St. Loushe rallied teachers, parents, community mem- is. She has received numerous awards including bers and students to tackle low reading achieve- the Pettus Award of Excellence, which recognizes ment in an urban elementary school where she principals for inspiring students and staff to perserved as principal. She also offers a blueprint for form at high levels in academic achievement, and how educators and parents can utilize best prac- the Peabody Energy Leader in Education award, tice strategies to improve reading achievement. which honors dedicated educators who inspire “After high school graduation, K-12 students, and motivate youth to succeed. She is a member regardless of where they come from and where of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. their career paths lead, will be expected to read “I believe literacy is a civil right and that educamore complex texts, do more with different types tors must accept the challenge to ensure all chilof texts, and handle larger amounts of reading,” dren are able to read on grade level,” concluded said Morrow. “Ensuring that all students acquire Morrow. the literacy skills they need to compete and thrive Morrow’s book is available through her webin the world they will face is a moral imperative for site, www.kmorrowconsulting.com. She will host educators, policymakers and families. Failing to a book signing from 1 - 4 p.m., April 27 at the live up to this imperative is simply not an option!” Maryland Heights Community Center at 2300 “Ring the Bell: Literacy is Everyone’s Prob- McKelvey Rd. lem” offers proven strategies for helping stu-

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Berkeley Middle School math instructor is FFSD’s teacher of the year Angela Chatman, a math instructor at Berkeley Middle School, “My students are fully aware of their current understanding level was pleasantly surprised when district administrators entered her and the steps necessary to move toward or demonstrate mastery of classroom with balloons and flowers. The administrators’ visit was the learning standards,” she said. “All of these teacher-actions and to inform Chatman that she had been selected student structures help support each of my the Ferguson-Florissant School District (FFSD) students to ensure they are able to actively en2019 Teacher of the Year. Chatman was selected gage with the curriculum in a way that meets from other FFSD teachers who had been named their specific needs.” building-level Teachers of the Year. Maxwell said that throughout Chatman’s “Mrs. Chatman is truly a teacher-leader in so lessons, she can be heard praising and encourmany regards,” said Dr. Craig Maxwell, principal aging students. of Berkeley Middle School. “In the classroom, “Ms. Chatman is truly an exemplary teacher Mrs. Chatman puts forth every effort to make and others know she will be helpful in any way sure students can be successful. She is an inpossible,” he said. structional coach to many of her peers in math Chatman credits her commitment to growth and other subjects.” as the basis for being an outstanding teacher. Chatman, who has been an educator for over “I model for my students a never-ending deeight years and in FFSD for a year-and-a-half, sire for growth by always seeking to improve says she sees her role of classroom teacher as my teaching practices, soliciting my students’ that of a servant-leader. input and feedback whenever possible,” she Photo courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District “I seek to serve my students daily by ensuring said. “I strive to always be positive and conmy students’ total development in all domains,” she said. “My sistent with my students because I know many come from homes role in my students’ lives is that of a developer, helping my stu- where consistency is not common. The reward that I find most dents to realize their full potential, discover their unique talents, gratifying in teaching is the relationships that I share with my stuand understand their responsibilities as members of our class- dents that allow me the privilege to see how they grow both in my room and school community.” classroom and far beyond it.” In order to maintain a high level of interaction with her students Chatman’s selection as the district’s Teacher of the Year qualifies during the learning process, Chatman implements what she calls her to be a candidate for the Missouri Teacher of the Year. FITT – Fluency, Independent station, Teacher table and Technology. During FITT, students rotate through each area, either individually or in group settings, to ensure mastery of the learning standard. During the process, Chatman holds goal-setting and feedback sessions with the students to track their progress.

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Riverview Gardens School District names teacher of the year During the April 3 Special Administrative Board meeting, Moline Elementary School teacher Brent Sweeney was named 2019 Riverview Gardens School District Teacher of the Year. The St. Louis native is a fourth grade teacher, and he has worked in the district for five years. Sweeney earned degrees from St. Louis Community College and UMSL. He is also in the process of obtaining a master’s degree from Missouri State University Photo courtesy Riverview Gardens School District in literacy. Moline Principal Lisa Thompson said, “Mr. Sweeney is a rock star teacher who has made a real difference in our school and the district. The level of instruction students receive in his classroom is setting them up for a lifetime of success. He represents the best of Riverview Gardens School District.” Sweeney was among 13 teachers in the running for the honor. Alex Clark, from Riverview Gardens High School, and Courtney Rachel, from Central Middle School, finished in second and third place respectively.

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The Choral Arts Singers present two spring concerts “It’s All About Love” on April 28 at 3 p.m. at Assumption Chapel at 403 Main St. in O’Fallon and on May 5 at 4 p.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ at 313 E. Main St. in Warrenton. Admission is free, donations are appreciated!

Tickets are: $50/person; $500/table. To purchase a ticket/table visit: www. normandysc.org/friends You may also contact Bev Thompson at 314-2855547, or Carol McCauley at 314-8533349, or email, friends@normandysc. org. Sponsorship packages are also available.

May 1: Senior Resource Expo

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A senior resource expo takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ferguson Community Center at 1050 Smith Ave. in Ferguson. There will be over 21 vendors, a mammogram van and shred truck. For more information call 314-521-4661.

April 26: Scholarship gala

EVENTS April 24: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

The Friends of Normandy School District Scholarship Foundation will host its Annual Scholarship Gala at Norwood Hills Country Club at 1 Norwood Hills Country Club Dr. The fundraiser kicks off at 6 p.m. with a cocktail hour, with dinner and the formal program beginning at 7 p.m.

Chicken dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

April 26: Fish fry

The American Legion Post 444, at17090 Old Halls Ferry Road in Florissant, will host its annual fish fry each week on Friday‘s until the week after Easter from 4 - 7 p.m. Menu will be baked fish, deep fried fish, spaghetti, cold slaw, baked beans, hush puppies and French fries. The post is still open.

April 27: Trivia night

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The Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser for TEAM will be in the parish hall of Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 751 N. Jefferson Street in Florissant. This event is being sponsored by the Florissant Rotary Club. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Trivia starts promptly at 7 p.m. Entry fee is $200 per table for a maximum of eight people per table/team. To register, sponsor or make a donation, please contact Pat Piotrowicz at patpiotbh@gmail.com or call 314629-7103.

April 27: Florissant Garage Sale

Florissant residents can haul down the clutter from their attics and treasures from their garages and organize accumulations from their barns for the Ninth Annual Florissant Garage Sale. The Garage Sale will be held at the James J Eagan Ice Rink area from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Each applicant will only receive one space. This is open to Florissant residents and non-residents to receive a space to sell. Applications will be available at the JJE and JFK Center and on our website www.florissantmo. com. Space is limited. The fee is $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents per table. Registration has already begun for residents and for non-residents it begins on March 15. The Florissant Garage Sale is free to attend. For additional information call 314-921-4250 or 314-921-4466.

April 27: Shred event

The Eighth Annual Florissant Resident “Free Document Shredding Day will be held at St. Ferdinand Park from 9 a.m. to noon (or until trucks reach their capacity). Bring your sensitive tax, bank or financial records from home to be shredded right in front of you. You may bring up to five bags or boxes. The event is also open to the public.

May 3: Casino night/poker tournament

The CP Charities Fifth Annual Casino Night/Poker Tournament takes place Orlando Gardens in Maryland Heights. Doors open at 6 p.m. This event

is to benefit The Kaufman Fund. Go to www.TheKaufmanFund.org for more information.

May 17: Golf tournament

Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis (SIGSL) is hosting the Grace Zykan Memorial Golf Tournament at Eagle Springs Golf Course. Individual entry fee is $100 for adults and $80 for high school and college players. Registration and lunch begins at 11 a.m., shotgun start scramble at 12 p.m. with dinner and awards at 5 p.m. Eagle Springs Golf Course is located at 2575 Redman Avenue in St. Louis. For more information please contact Pamela Lee 314-398-3940 or send an email to info@soroptimiststlouis.com or visit their website at http://www.soroptimiststlouis.com/.

May 18: Rummage sale

Calvary United Church of Christ at 2501 Hartland Avenue, one block from Ritenour Middle School, will hold its Spring Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

May 25: Greif support group

Find help after the death of a loved one at, Grief Share, a special seminar/support group designed to help you heal from the loss you have experienced. The group meets from 10 - 11:30 a.m. every Saturday through May 25 at the Florissant Church of Christ at 16460 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant. Contact 314-837-8000 to sign up. For more information visit www.florissantchurchofchrist.org.

May 25: Meat shoots

The Florissant Eagles have started the meat shoot season on Saturdays through May 25. There is a barrel length maximum and choke maximum of .670. 16 gauge and 20 gauge shells are available. Shoots start at noon and runs until dusk. Great meat prizes awarded and beer specials with big money rounds at the end. The Florissant Eagles are located at 15245 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant.

June 7-8: Beer can show

Gateway Chapter BCCA Swap-A-Rama, Breweriana and Beer Can Show takes place on the Knights of Columbus Grounds at 50 Rue St. Francois in Florissant from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days.

July 13: Genealogy presentation

St Louis Genealogical Society presents master storyteller John Phillip Colletta, PhD, who will teach genealogical skills from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Maryland Heights Community Center at 2300 McKelvey Road in Maryland Heights. Includes lunch and free parking. Register at: https://www. stlgs.org

RECURRING EVENTS Any time: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine by appointment

#1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314-921-7582, Vicki Wittman Email: vicray01@aol.com.

Monthly: Free legal services

Every month CORP Legal Services provides: legal document preparations such as wills, deeds and power of attorneys at no cost to St. Louis County seniors 60 years and older. There is an income limit. Contact the coordinator at 314-615-0931 for more information.

Weekdays: Food pantry volunteers needed

The Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry is in need of ongoing adult volunteers to sort food, stock shelves and shop with clients. Two-to-four hour shifts are available, Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. To learn more or to join this fun group, contact Chelsey Banaskavich at 314-513-1674 or cbanaskavich@jfcs-stl.org.

Weekdays: Volunteer drivers

The St. Louis County Older Resident Programs need volunteer drivers who live in St. Louis County to give a few hours during the day to provide transportation to and from doctor’s appointments for our senior residents of St. Louis County that lives near you! No weekends and mileage reimbursement is available. Call today at 314-615-4516.

Mondays: T.O.P.S.

T.O.P.S.(Take Off Pounds Sensibly) has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35 p.m.) at 9124 St. Charles Rock Rd. in St. Louis. You can visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee at 314-5405223.

Mondays: Choral Art Singers

Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. This session will include performance at St. James Cathedral, Chicago on June 25. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required. See www.concertarts.org.

Mondays: City council meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular city council meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: Workshop meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular workshop meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: A cappella singers

All men who like to sing are invited to come sing with us, The Men of Harmony. We practice every Monday night at 7 p.m. at 5500 Parker Road which is the first house on Uthe Lane. We sing four-part harmony a capella (without accompaniment). We sing some traditional songs, as well as show tunes and more contemporary music. We do perform for the public at various functions. Persons interested can come right on in or for more information call Al at 314-993-6134.

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Community Action Agency of St. Louis County is in need of volunteers to stock shelves, sort food shipments and pack bags for Food Pantry Clients Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Two to four hour shifts are available. If you are interested, please contact Cheryl Piece at 314-446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.

Tuesdays: Chair Zumba

Chair Zumba every Tuesday from 2:15 – 3 p.m. at The Bridge At Florissant at 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. (Parker @ Arlington). For more information call 314-831-0988.

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

The St. Louis Chordinals, a women’s a cappella chorus, rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at 12397 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bridgeton (next to the Bridgeton Government Center). For more information call Linda at 314-839-3495 or visit stlouischordinals.org.

Tuesdays: Vietnam Association meeting

Veterans

Chapter 794 Vietnam Veterans Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant. Meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

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From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul or Connie McConnell, 314-831-5476.

Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting

6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Community Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Doors at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.

Wednesdays: Bingo

Life Care Center of Bridgeton, at 12145 Bridgeton Square in Bridgeton, welcome all to Community Bingo every last Wednesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Light refreshment will be served. Please RVSP at 314-298-7444 with the month you will attend and number of people attending.

Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. -7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For

more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

Check out TOPS #361 Florissant group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings beginning at 9:15 a.m. at Florissant Church of Christ, 16460 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. Doors at 7:30 a.m., games begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 314.921.2316.

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1.

Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group

3-4 p.m., Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331.

Thursdays: Bingo

Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the third Thursday of each month starts at 2 p.m. There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.

Thursdays: Quilting guild

Every third Thursday of the month the Flower Valley Quilting Guild meets at 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church at 123 Carson Road in Ferguson.

Thursdays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting

If you had military service in Korea between Sept. 3, 1945 and the present you are cordially invited to a meeting of Chapter 4, North County Korean War Veterans Association. Meetings take place at the VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant on the first Thursday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

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Free blood pressure checks monthly at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in Florissant every third Thursday of the month. Call 831-3752 for more information.

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Every Thursday City Voices Chorus, a women’s chorus singing four-part a

cappella harmony, meets at Church of the Good Shepherd at 1166 S. Mason Rd. in St. Louis. Members come from the entire bi-state region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo

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Saturdays: Clothing sale

On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952 Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m. For sale are used clothing and shoes, some household items, books and toys. Fill your bag for $1.

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6:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo 2 p.m., Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752.

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Fridays: Celebrate Recovery

For 25 years Celebrate Recovery has been helping everyday folks find freedom from whatever difficulty you are experiencing in your life. This Christ-centered, 12-step program is based on the Beatitudes. We meet every Friday at 6:15 p.m. for dinner ($5); 7 p.m. large group meeting; 8 p.m. Small groups sharing; 9 p.m. dessert at First Christian Church of Florissant at 2890 Patterson Rd. in Florissant. For more information call 314-837-2269 or visit http://www.fccf.org/ or Facebook page Celebrate Recovery-FCCF.

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Everyone is welcome to attend Toastmasters Saturdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Normandy United Methodist Church at 8001 Natural Bridge Road (across from UMSL). For more info call 314-402-7025.

Saturdays: 12-step program

Celebrate recovery with “12 steps to Freedom.” Are you looking for a safe place to share your hurts, hang- ups or habits? This Christ centered program is based on the Beatitudes and meets at LifePoint Church Florissant at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. The group meets from 1 - 4:30 p.m. with lunch at 1 p.m. Donations are appreciated. There is a large group worship/lesson at 2 p.m., open small share groups – gender specific – at 3 p.m. There is also a newcomers group also to help you choose which class is best for you. The group closes its time with fellowship/coffee-dessert from 4 - 4:30 p.m. For more information visit lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or contact Ministry Leader Steve Daughety at 636 634-6582.

Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic

Salam Clinic at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at 1425 Stein Road at West Florissant in Ferguson is a free walk-in clinic open Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The clinic is jointly sponsored by the Muslim Community of St. Louis (MCSL) and St. Peter’s United Church of Christ to provide basic adult medical screening, treatment and referrals free of charge for the uninsured. For more information or if you would be interested in volunteering, please call 314-521-5694 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday or visit www.stpeterschurch.org

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Rascals get new president The Rascals your professional baseball team, play in the Western Division of the Frontier League and play their home games at the CarShield Field in O’Fallon. The new baseball year has produced a new president for the club. After seven years serving as team president, Dan Dial is stepping down from his role with the Rascals. Dial has been responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the business operations that include ticket and corporate sales, marketing, promotions, stadium and concession operations, and communication with city officials. Rascals GM David Schmoll and the rest of the front office personnel will now handle those responsibilities. “I would like to thank the Rascals ownership for their support over the last seven years as we worked to improve the long-term outlook of the organization and make major improvements to CarShield Field. Although there is still much to be done, I feel the Rascals have an excellent staff in place and the 2019 season will be a great success for the team and our fans,” said Dial. “I would also like to thank all of our corporate partners, season ticket holders, players and coaches, and city officials who have supported the organization during my time in O’Fallon. This is a fantastic community and the Rascals are a crowning jewel for summer time family entertainment.” Dial, who began his career in the NBA G League, will be taking the position of President of the Atlanta Hawks new G League affiliate in College Park, Georgia. * Thanks for your great work Three weeks until Rascal baseball The defending West Division champion Rascals open this year’s campaign on May 9 against the Washington Wild Things in O’Fallon. * Show time soon

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UMSL tennis players get honors University of Missouri-St. Louis senior Salome Bleuler has been tabbed to the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Women’s Tennis Team for the fourth straight year, while junior Marina Prediger was selected for the third consecutive year. Bleuler owns a 17-7 record at No. 1 singles and posted a 4-1 mark in GLVC play. In doubles, she is 19-3, including 17-2 at No. 2 with freshman Odette Beagrie. The duo were 5-0 in league play. She has 78 career singles wins, which ranks second all-time in program history. She needs one win to tie Natalia Carvalhais for the record. Prediger, ranked No. 40 nationally in the Oracle/ITA DII Singles Rankings, is 21-5, playing at No. 2. She finished with a 5-1 record in GLVC matches and is on an eight-match win streak. In doubles, she is 18-6, including 16-3 with sophomore Leticia Lunge. The duo, ranked No. 23 nationally in DII, is 16-3, and went 4-1 in the conference. Lunge was also one of 13 student-athletes honored as someone who has distinguished themselves through sportsmanship and ethical behavior. These individuals must also be in good academic standing and have demonstrated good citizenship outside of the sports-competition setting. The honorees are now eligible to become one of their school’s two Spalding Sportsmanship Award winners, which will be announced in May. * Right at the top of their sport 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, among many other activities.

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Recipe: Encourage healthy eating habits in kids

s a parent, instilling healthy eating habits in your children at an early age can aid in proper growth and development. Eating well goes a long way toward maintaining a healthy weight, increasing energy levels and improving moods while also reducing risk of obesity and other chronic issues such as heart disease and diabetes later in life. Set your children on a path to making lifelong nutritious choices with these tips: Foster independence. Allowing your children to help with shopping and meal prep can aid in them taking ownership of what they’re eating. Start by divvying up easier tasks such as setting the table then work toward creating snacks and meals on their own. These Rainbow Fruit Parfaits are simple for kids to assemble – just set the ingredients out and let them layer – and can serve as a healthful on-the-go breakfast or after-school snack. Offer balanced options. Children require balanced diets made up of all three major food groups, including fruits and vegetables, for proper development. Looking for the Produce for Kids logo next to nutritional, family-friendly items at the grocery store is an easy way to identify healthy food choices while also supporting local organizations that help children and families in need. Be a role model. Typically, your children will follow your behaviors, which includes the types of foods they select at mealtimes. Eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables can help ensure your family is getting a complete range of nutrients. For example, a recipe like this Rainbow Buddha Bowl provides a combination of fresh and roasted vegetables that can be customized to meet your family’s tastes. Thinking about how many colors you eat in a day may inspire your kids to do the same, which can foster a lifetime of healthy eating habits.

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Recipe courtesy of Produce for Kids Prep time: 10 minutes | Servings: 3

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sliced strawberries

1/2 cup red seedless grapes

2 mandarins, peeled and segmented

1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt Directions:

1/2 cup chopped pineapple

In parfait glasses, layer strawberries, mandarins, pineapple, kiwis, blueberries and grapes.

2 k iwis, peeled and chopped 1/2 cup blueberries

Top each fruit parfait with yogurt.

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For the Walt Disney Corporation, ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ is not the end

Movie: By Steve Bryan

Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

he anticipation for “Avengers: Endgame” is reaching new heights, with sibling directors Anthony and Joseph Russo encouraging viewers not to spoil the movie’s ending for other fans. As the Wrap points out, early box office estimates put the film’s opening weekend take at $265 million. This film is the 22nd release in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and some theater chains are hosting marathon showings of all the movies. It’s safe to say that “Avengers: Endgame” will remain in theaters long after opening weekend, but Disney has other things scheduled for 2019. On May 24, for instance, the live-action adaptation of “Aladdin” arrives in theaters. Like “Beauty and the Beast” before it, this Disney classic was part of their 1990’s animation renaissance and featured Robin Williams as the fast-talking Genie. In the current adaptation, that role falls to actor Will Smith. Arguably, few Disney franchises tug the heartstrings quite like “Toy Story.” Released in 1995, Pixar Animation Studios broke new ground with a computer-animated tale about the secret lives of children’s toys. At the end of “Toy Story 3,” Andy, now heading for college,

office, racking up over a billion dollars in ticket sales. The story focuses on two princesses, Anna (Kristen Bell) and Elsa (Idina Menzel), who live in the kingdom of Arendelle. Elsa has power over ice and snow, an ability that her parents sought to suppress. She learns to accept and control her powers, however, as an adult. “Frozen 2,” opening Nov. 22, promises a new adventure outside Arendelle. Last week, a trailer dropped ‘Aladdin’ photo courtesy Walt Disney Pictures for “Star Wars: The Rise of Skygives Woody, Buzz and all his beloved toys to walker,” the ninth film in the long-standing a little girl named Bonnie. On June 21, “Toy science-fiction franchise. Directed by J.J. Story 4” arrives in theaters and features Forky, Abrams, this one will wrap up the storyline a spork that Bonnie turns into a toy, but he’s that began in 1977. At the end of “The Last Jedi,” Rey (Daisy Ridley) learned more about not happy about that. “The Lion King” was a 1994 success story her Jedi abilities from Luke Skywalker (Mark for the Walt Disney Studios and was followed Hamill) before returning to help her friends. by spin-offs, sequels and a Broadway musical. Rey has more challenges ahead in the new Jon Favreau, who directed the original “Iron film, including another confrontation with Man” movie and 2016’s “Jungle Book,” will Kylo Ren (Adam Driver). With this kind of lineup, Disney doesn’t direct Simba and his friends in a live-action adaptation. Favreau has the luxury of a great need an Infinity Gauntlet to control the cincast, including Beyoncé, Donald Glover and ematic universe. Their streaming service even the original Mufasa himself, James Earl also set to start later this year, so the House of Mouse definitely is going to have a reJones. The new adaptation opens July 19. In 2013, “Frozen” caught fire at the box cord-breaking 2019.

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Crossword: Off to the Races

‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.

By Cindy Moore

Moore On Life It was National Pet Day this month…or as my cats like to refer to it, every day. “Hey, boys! Where are you? I announced. It’s National Pet Day! What say we celebrate?” My cats were neither impressed nor amused by this proclamation. The fat one stopped midlick then stared at me aghast like I had mistakenly offered him a dog bone. He scoffed then said, “Insulting! Every day is National Pet Day. The only correction is that it should be National ‘Me’ Day. Now go fill my kibble bowl. It’s half-empty and it vexes me greatly.” I dutifully ran to refill the little lord’s bowl. On the way I ran into the other one…literally. He dashed between my legs and I stumbled nearly throwing out a hip. “There you are. Hey, guess what day it is?” I said pulling myself up by the table’s edge. He gave me a snarl then said, “Your lucky day I’d say. Next time I’ll make sure there isn’t furniture nearby.” “I’d say you purposely tried to kill me, but you’re so freaking furry and cute I know that would never happen,” I panted. “It’s National Pet Day. How about a belly rub?” He plopped down and assumed the position. I vigorously rubbed until he was a ball of purring delight. Suddenly, his inner demon took hold and without warning the long knives came out and he clawed me a good one. “Hey, what was that all about?” “You went past the prescribed rubbings. Six vigorous belly rubs is permitted, anything beyond that is strictly forbidden. It’s in the rule book. Get yourself a copy and read it.” “Well I’m not going to let a deep laceration and

Catty felines profuse bleeding spoil this occasion. Come on boys. I’ve got a special surprise to celebrate your day.” I corralled them into the kitchen and tore open a new packet of treats called, Pacific Ocean Salmon au juice. Of course they’d love it. It was from one of those pricey cat boutiques that specialize in kitty gifts and taking advantage of the slow-witted. The fat one took a nibble then tossed up a fur ball while the other one turned his nose and hissed. Let the celebrating begin! Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

ACROSS 1. Goes with flows 5. Worry excessively 9. Occasional heart condition 13. Well-____ machine 15. *War Admiral’s 1938 experience 16. Sudan’s neighbor 17. a.k.a. Pleasant Island 18. Great Salt Lake state 19. Marching band member 20. *Unlikely champion during Great Depression 23. Shiny wheel part 24. Religious Wednesday 25. Don’t just stand there! 27. A cool ____, as in money 28. Come off 30. Type of cabbage 33. Never without “n” 35. Infection of the eyelid, pl. 38. Ethiopian currency 39. Sea swallows 41. Arm bone 42. Best of the crop 44. Aid in crime 45. Away from wind 46. Sourly 48. Snakelike reef dweller 50. Winter glider 51. ____ as a fiddle 52. Peter of the Lost Boys 53. *”The Most Exciting ____ ____ in Sports” 59. December 24 and 31 61. Bear’s hang-out 62. Retire from military 64. *Official flower of the Kentucky Derby 65. Attention-getting interjection 66. Napoleon’s stay on St. Helena, e.g. 67. Bear constellation 68. Play on words, pl. 69. *Between walk and canter

DOWN 1. Longest division of time 2. Objectivity preventer 3. Like most-desired ribbon 4. Evening in Roma 5. Turn red 6. Co-eds’ military org. 7. Isaac’s firstborn 8. Informal wear 9. Part of play 10. *____ Downs 11. Olden day women’s riding garb 12. Dutch cheese 14. Home to Burj Khalifa 21. Florida Key, e.g. 22. Steeped beverages 26. Opposite of potential 27. Caribbean rattle 28. *Race, literally 29. European sea eagle 30. *Official Kentucky Derby broadcaster 31. Lungful 32. *Second leg of the Triple Crown 34. Calf at a grocery store 36. Between NE and E 37. Sigma Alpha Epsilon 40. Beer garden mug 43. Catcher’s catcher 47. Drooping neck skin 49. Chopin’s composition 50. Relish tastebuds’ sensation 51. Law business entities 52. Paddington Bear’s homeland 54. Pearl Harbor island 55. Demeanor 56. SMS 57. Chieftain in Arabia 58. Aria, e.g. 60. Poseidon’s domain 63. *Trifecta or Exacta SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9