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June 14, 2017

Fresh in Ferguson

Around Town Hazelwood Fire Department hosts public safety day for residents. P.3 Laugh along with Cindy Moore in ‘Bye the book.’ P.5

Community Voices By Dr. Gloria J. Johnson. P.2

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Patrons and vendors mingle at the Ferguson Farmers Market in Ferguson’s Victorian Plaza on June 3.

Ferguson Farmers Market provides food and fun to North County on a weekly basis By Sara Hardin Since 2002, the Ferguson Farmers Market has provided farmers and local artisans with a venue to share their produce and products with visitors from the surrounding communities. Fifteen years strong, the market still runs in Ferguson’s Victorian Plaza on Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.; a bustle of hungry families and community regulars who attend the market as a weekly ritual. Special events and live music keep the atmosphere fresh each week, and while the farmers and vendors tend to stay consistent, there is something new to be seen with each visit. “We try to keep it pretty similar, but it varies a little each year,” said Marveena Miller, Manager of the Ferguson Farmers Market. “We have a special event and a band each week. We have everything from farmers to vendors selling jewelry, pasta, candles and garden stepping stones. We just got approved for our liquor license, so we’ll be able to have wine tastings and beer for German Fest and some fun events like that. Our huge event this year is June 24. Mayor Knowles and Councilwoman Lipka will be featured in the dunk tank. We have a circus workshop, games and some other fun events.” David Bohlen with Bohlen Family Farms is one of the local farmers that participates

in the market each week. The farm offers a wide variety of produce at its booth, and is in its fourth season of selling at the market. Bohlen explains that aside from the opportunity to sell to market visitors, one of the biggest benefits of showing up each week is the chance to meet other farmers and community members. “(The market) has definitely been a great place to build relationships with other small

business owners as well as with people who live in Ferguson,” said Bohlen. “It’s a great thing to do with your family, have some hot food and get some nutritious produce. It’s just a nice place to be on a nice Saturday morning.” Bohlen says that one of the other great things about the market is the music that is played each week. Visitors can grab some lunch from one of the onsite food vendors and listen to some live tunes as they sit back and relax. Performers change weekly, providing an audience to hardworking local musicians. Zack Reckamp, a guitarist who played at the market on June 3, says that his experience performing at the market gave him perspective on how it has brought its visitors and their communities together. “At one point I had a person from every age group watching me, from a 10-year-old boy to a 70-year-old couple,” said Reckamp. “It was a great, positive environment with plenty of interesting things going on. Everybody was extremely friendly and the people who put it together were wonderful. I think it is a great event that really brings people from outside of Ferguson to see something really unique and positive about the community. It’s something that everybody can enjoy.” See ‘FRESH’ page 2

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COMMUNITY VOICES The invisible victims: women age 60 and over By Dr. Gloria J. Johnson You may wonder, what is different for an abused woman age 60 and over. Women of all ages are at risk for intimate partner violence. Most of them face similar challenges when trying to leave an abuser. However, women who are 60 years and older who experience domestic violence often face unique challenges and different problems than younger women. She may lose or face changes in her relationship with friends and family members which she has built over the years, or leave a home where she has spent 20-30 or more years. She may even have to find part-time or full-time employment because her income will decrease. But, her greatest fear and change is usually the possibility of starting over alone. Therefore, a number of women over age 60 will decide to stay with their abusive husband rather than face the challenges of leaving. But, then, you will find some who gets enough courage and support to take the plunge, they leave. A feeling of shame, fear of being alone, a sense of

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loss plus the need for adequate housing, finances and protection from further abuse is the same for all women. Yet, for an older woman, the intensity is far greater. A mother may hide the abuse from her children so well that they will refuse to believe it when she finally openly admits it is happening. Or the children may see their mother being abused all of their lives and see her not do anything to stop it. So, when she finally takes a stand and says “no more,” some children actually get angry at their mother instead of their father. Why? Because they do not understand why she waited so long to make the change. There have been times when an older woman has been abandoned by her family when she decided to take a stand against the continuation of abuse. This fear, alone, can prevent her from leaving or seeking help. It takes a lot of emotional energy to fight two battles, one with the abuser and the other to defend yourself with family and friends. If you are hurting and need someone to talk to, we

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Photo by Sara Hardin Patrons and vendors mingle at the Ferguson Farmers Market in Ferguson’s Victorian Plaza on June 3.

While the visitors and the vendors keep the market buzzing each week, Miller emphasizes that none of it would be possible without the help of volunteers. “The importance of the volunteers is huge,” said Miller. “They start setting up at 5 a.m. every Saturday morning and they tear down every week as well. There’s somewhere between 20-30 volunteers every Saturday, and it’s generally the same group. If it wasn’t for the volunteers, there would not be a market.” Anyone interested in volunteering with the market can reach Marveena Miller at marveenamiller@hotmail.com. For more information about the Ferguson Farmers Market, visit fergusonfarmersmarket.com.

are here for you. Life Source Consultants provides free support and confidential services for women dealing with physical, mental, emotional, verbal, financial or sexual abuse. For restored hope and healing, call us at 314-524-0686. Dr. Gloria J. Johnson is the Founder/CEO of Life Source Consultants, the first non-residential African American domestic and sexual violence organization in the State of Missouri. Motivated by a deep love and commitment to abused women and to forever change images and perceptions toward domestic violence, family violence and abuse, Johnson shares true life stories of victims in her book “I Cried Alone.” Johnson received a Master’s in Biblical Counseling and a Ph.D. in marriage and family counseling from Biblical Life College and Seminary. 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.

Six FFSD sites to offer meals at no charge this summer to students and disabled adults Six sites in the FergusonFlorissant School District will offer free breakfast and lunch to students and disabled adults this summer. The free summer meals, sponsored by the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), provides free, nutritious meals to help children get the nutrition they need throughout the summer months when they are out of school. Children 18 and younger may receive free meals through SFSP. Meals are also available to persons with disabilities, over age 18, who participate in school programs for people who are mentally or physically disabled. The following locations in the Ferguson-Florissant School District will offer free

summer meals, Monday thru Friday, on the dates indicated: ADMINISTRATION CENTER 1005 Waterford Drive in Florissant Through June 30 Breakfast: 9-9:15 a.m. Lunch: 11:00-11:20 a.m. CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 201 Wesley Ave. in Ferguson Through July 28 Breakfast: 8:30-8:45 a.m. Lunch: 12-12:20 p.m. JOHNSON-WABASH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 685 January Ave. in Ferguson Through June 30 Breakfast: 8-8:30 a.m. Lunch: 10:30-11:45 a.m. CROSS KEYS MIDDLE SCHOOL 14205 Cougar Dr. in Florissant Through June 30 Breakfast: 7:10-7:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:20 a.m.–12:05 p.m. LITTLE CREEK NATURE AREA 2295 Dunn Rd. in Florissant July 17 – Aug. 3 Lunch: 12:10-12:30 p.m.

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MCCLUER HIGH SCHOOL 1896 S. New Florissant Road in Florissant Through June 30 Breakfast: 7:10-7:30 a.m. Lunch: 10:45-11:300 a.m.

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Horsemanship camps for kids with disabilities Jamestown New Horizons is providing therapeutic horsemanship camps to kids with learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities and mild autism during all four weeks of June. The camps run five days each week from 8 a.m. to noon. Participants ranging in age from 6 – 15 years of age must be St. Louis County residents. The camps are all about allowing children to move. They have daily riding lessons. They bend and stretch while grooming and bathing their horses and ponies. They are instructed in vaulting movements. They have lots of opportunities

to play outdoors to get plenty of exercise in a safe environment surrounded by nature. They also participate in lots of educational games. Experienced therapeutic riding instructors and welltrained volunteers help ensure their safety. Registration forms may be downloaded from the JNH website: www.jnh-goneriding.org. Parents may contact Bonnie Grueninger, the Program Director, should they need additional information by email: jnhgoneriding@charter.net or by phone: 314-741-5816.

Three Hazelwood seniors receive scholarships from the Rotary Club of Florissant

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Two Hazelwood West and one Hazelwood East High school seniors recently received scholarships from the Rotary Club of Florissant. The students include West High seniors, Madison Garrison and Sarah Merlenbach; and Kaysi Lee from East High. Garrison, Merlenbach and Lee earned three of the seven Rotary scholarships available. Garrison plans to major Biological Science. Merlenbach plans to major in English, writing, and art administration, with a minor in music. Lee plans to ma-

jor in chemical engineering Bruce Green, HSD assistant superintendent for high schools was proud to hear that these three students were selected to receive these scholarship. “Garrison, Merlenbach, and Lee each received scholarships that will go a long way to help supplement college expenses. We are grateful to The Rotary Club of Florissant for continuing to support our students,” said Green.

Hazelwood Fire Department hosts public safety day for residents The Hazelwood Fire Department, in cooperation with the Hazelwood Police Department, will be hosting a Public Safety Day on June 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be held at Hazelwood’s Fire House #2, located at 6800 Howdershell Road, next to Howdershell Park. Admission is free and open to all residents. This event offers a great opportunity for parents and grandparents to bring the kids to view all of the city’s emergency response vehicles. There will be a couple of fire trucks on site with aerial ladders as well as an ambulance. Children will be given red fire helmets to wear and a chance to climb up into a fire truck and turn on the lights and siren and pretend they’re going to a fire. In addition, they will get to meet the Firefighters and Police Officers who protect and serve the community. Other features include an Arch Air helicopter landing between noon and 1 p.m., Cindy’s Petting Zoo and pony rides from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., a Bounce House and a Home Depot building station. Sparky the Fire Dog will be making his rounds greeting the kids as well. Plus, free hot dogs and chips will be served to everyone.

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To make sure everyone is in good health, Hazelwood Firefighter/Paramedics will be conducting free blood pressure checks. They will also show some of the advanced state-of-the-art technology inside the ambulance that allows them to electronically send heart monitor data to a local hospital emergency room. Hazelwood Police Department’s contribution to the program includes a static display of a motorcycle and its new D.A.R.E. vehicle. A K-9 and his handler will be doing demonstrations. Plus, a radar throwing speed trailer will give kids a chance to see how fast they can throw a baseball.

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Rett Syndrome Strollathon raises $45,000

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Submitted photo The International Rett Syndrome Foundation, now known as Rettsyndrome.org, recently held its 10th annual St. Louis Strollathon and raised $45,000.

The International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF), now known as Rettsyndrome.org, recently held its 10th annual St. Louis Strollathon and raised $45,000. All proceeds will benefit Rett Syndrome research. This year the Strollathon had 400 participants which included 18 families of girls and women with Rett syndrome. More than $600,000 total has been raised from the past 10 walks. The Strollathon program, Rettsyndrome.org’s national signature fundraising event, has brought families together to fundraise and to strengthen the local Rett community since 2004. Strollathons have raised a grand total of nearly $10 million nationwide for research treatments and a cure in the last 13 years. St. Louis features a specialty clinic to care for and support children with Rett syndrome and

Rett-related disorders. The clinic, a collaboration between Washington University School of Medicine and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, was named one of 14 Rett syndrome clinical research centers of excellence. The clinic features a team of specialists with substantial experience in the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of individuals with Rett syndrome. By partnering with families and community healthcare providers, the clinic delivers care that is comprehensive and appropriate for a family’s individual needs. Rett syndrome is a genetic neurological disorder that occurs almost exclusively in females and becomes apparent after 6-18 months of early normal development. It results in a regression that leads to lifelong impairments.

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Probability of precipitation One of the most misunderstood elements of a weather forecast is understanding the percentage used for forecasting precipitation chances. Probability of precipitation (PoP) is used to forecast the likelihood at least a minimum amount of precipitation will occur within a specified forecast period or location. To understand what the PoP means lets enjoy a column of some math and statistics. In forecasting the likelihood of precipitation is presented as a percentage. In addition, the minimum amount of precipitation is defined as 0.01” or more. The precipitation can be in the form of liquid or frozen, and the probability is for particular location and time frame. If a forecast calls for a 30 percent chance of rain for a particular area this does not mean that 30 percent of the area will be covered by rain at the given forecast timeframe within the forecast area. It also doesn’t mean that you will see precipitation 30 percent of the time within the same forecast area during the timeframe the forecast covers. So what does the 30 percent mean? Let’s bring it closer to home. A forecast is created for particular areas also known as zone forecast by the NWS. For example, St. Charles and St. Louis County are put in a 30 percent chance of

rain in the evening. This means that within the two counties there is a 30 percent chance of rain at any point during the forecast period (6 p.m. to midnight). To better understand how to understand PoP it is easier to use wording that helps individuals understand the percentages. 1020 percent is defined as a slight chance or isolated in coverage. Where 30 to 50 percent is a chance. Heading into the 60-70 percent category likely is used and 80-100 percent one can expect precipitation to fall within the forecast timeframe. So if you here the local forecaster say a 30 percent chance of the area could see rain tonight—then at any point within the forecast area could see measurable precipitation within the forecast period. Nick Palisch is a meteorologist and Missouri native who understands the weather here in our area. He currently resides in Lake Saint Louis and can be reached at nick-wx@ sbcglobal.net and you can always get the most upto-date forecast from the FirstWarn Weather page at www.facebook.com/nickswx 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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‘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

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Book clubs are a way of joining together with other snooty intellects to show off brain skills and discuss in-depth all things intellectual and…snooty. I decided to host one of these highbrow gatherings as a way to delve into the workings of great thinkers and scholars of our time and at the same time, rub shoulders with a few comrades in the cerebral society. What better way to start off the social than to offer some snobbish and pretentious cuisine. My tater tot chili dog casserole would be just the ticket served alongside an endless supply of Diet Coke. Not straight from the can like barbarians; but with ice, of course…served in fancy red Solo cups, of course. Soon my guests arrived and I called the meeting to order. “Welcome ladies. What did you all think of the book?” I asked. “I forgot which book we were supposed to read?” “I decided to read another book. Actually, it was a magazine. Did you know Brad Pitt got divorced? Do you think I have a chance with him now? I’d like to talk about that if you don’t mind.” “All I want to talk about is this chili dog casserole. It was genius to put bacon and cheese on top!” “I need another Coke; straight from the can. What’s up with the ice and cups? Who do you think we are, the Kardashians?” “Ladies,” I interrupted, “Let’s get on topic. Now then, what do you think about the protagonist?”

“Personally, I don’t care what religion you are. If you don’t believe in God and want to be protagonist, that’s what freedom is all about.” “How about the plot? Anybody care to comment on the plot?” I begged. “Wilford and I just bought two plots. We figure the kids would probably just cremate us because it’s cheaper that way and then dump our ashes over the Grand Canyon or the backyard, whichever’s cheapest. So we got ‘em close to the ditch in the cemetery – it was cheaper that way.” “Please. Anyone? How about the heroine. What are your thoughts?” I asked. “I absolutely think it should be illegal. Colorado has already gone to pot because of their loose drug laws. HA…get it?! Gone to pot!” The entire group burst out in laughter as they dug in for second helpings of casserole. I had completely lost control. “Anyone want to talk about the possibility of snagging Brad Pitt?” Order once again resumed. 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.

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Operation Food Search receives nearly $29,000 grant for summer program

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A St. Louis summer meal program just received a much-needed boost that will make a monumental difference in the lives of food insecure children. Operation Food Search (OFS), a local relief organization dedicated to ending childhood hunger and family food insecurity in the St. Louis bi-state region, was recently awarded $28,744 from the Episcopal Presbyterian Health Trust. The money will be used to support OFS’ mobile summer meals program, which is part of the agency’s five-year-old Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Episcopal Presbyterian Health Trust (EPHT) represents a diocesan commitment shared by the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri and the Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy to the St. Louis region. The two denominations first partnered to support St. Luke’s Hospital in 1948 and, since that time, their work has demonstrated how jointly pursuing their missions and ministries can create extraordinary change for the community. This is the second year OFS’ summer program has utilized mobile vans, and it will be the first year the expanded service will distribute meals at 33 locations. Designed to feed children 18 years of age and younger, the no-cost mobile

service is available Mon. through Fri. from June 5 through Aug. 11. Children will also engage in fun activities that stimulate young minds and bodies, as well as encourage positive peer interactions. OFS will hold complimentary community pop-up pantries, which will provide supplies and instructions for families to prepare healthy, delicious meals over the weekend, on the mobile meals route. The mobile summer meals program targets children losing school year access to breakfasts and lunches provided by the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program, which equates to 10 meals per week per child. As a result, the food budget during summer months for lowincome families rises by $300, or nearly $1,000, over a three-month period. “This grant will greatly support our mobile meal’s model, which is a game changer for children living in high need, low resource communities,” said Operation Food Search Executive Director Sunny Schaefer. “These children are more vulnerable to hunger and summer learning loss since they have little access to camps or organized learning opportunities. We do our best to help them stay fed and remain mentally challenged throughout the summer.”

Stop the pain! Neurofeedback: a permanent solution for migraines By Jason Rhodes, DC Migraines are a pain in the…head. Sufferers, 37 million in the U.S. alone, often lose their ability to function in the everyday world, relegating them to lying in darkened rooms waiting for the excruciating waves of throbbing to cease. It’s hard to live this way. While

there are a number of prescription medications available now to reduce the pain, each carries a dire warning of potential side effects that can be worse than the migraines. Almost. Claire (not her real name) suffered from migraines for years. At first, the symptoms were annoying but not debilitating. Over time, her migraines caused her to withdraw from her life several days per month. Her doctor prescribed medication after medication, but nothing worked. Her personal life suffered. Her work life suffered. She fell into a depression frightened that this would be her life for the rest of her days. At 38, this was a dim prospect. It was at this lowest point that she came to Saint Louis Neurotherapy Institute to investigate the neurofeedback solution. Neurofeedback is the more advanced form of biofeedback discovered in the 1940s, and works at a deeper level than biofeedback. The easiest way to think about neurofeedback is that it retrains the brain to work differently. For migraine sufferers, neurofeedback offers a non-invasive, drugfree and side effect-free alternative to addressing these unrelenting headaches. Clinical work by Walker, Stokes, Lappin and others has demonstrated the efficacy of brain retraining to reduce or eliminate recurring migraine headaches, as well as other brain-related issues. The Walker study, which used a classic test/control research model, found that 93 percent of neurofeedback treated migraine sufferers found substantial relief. Of those, 54

percent experienced a complete cessation of their migraines and the remainder experienced a greater than 50 percent reduction in migraine frequency. A majority of the control group, which used traditional drug therapy, experienced no change in migraine frequency (68 percent) and only eight percent experienced a reduction in migraine frequency greater than 50 percent. A study by Stokes and Lappin, designed to determine the effects of combined neurofeedback treatments, found a majority (70 percent) of test subjects experienced a reduction in migraine frequency of at least 50 percent. It was also determined that the positive effects from neurofeedback on migraine sufferers last an average of 14.5 months after all treatments have stopped. There is no question that neurofeedback can have a significant, positive impact on the lives of migraine sufferers. Claire learned this firsthand. Her migraines began to ease as she moved through her neurofeedback treatment plan. She began to participate in her life fully again, no longer having to retreat to a darkened room just to make it through the day. Follow-up visits have confirmed that her migraines are a thing of the past and that any headaches she now gets are of the everyday variety that are easily treatable. Contact us to explore the use of neurofeedback for your migraines. You have everything to gain including a permanent solution to that pain in your head.

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Beyond Housing and Affinia Healthcare open only primary care health center in Pagedale Beyond Housing has partnered with Affinia Healthcare, one of Missouri’s most significant community health organizations, to bring primary healthcare services to the 24:1 community. Affinia Healthcare at 6763 Page Ave. held its ribbon cutting ceremony with a community open house. Beyond Housing focuses revitalization efforts in the 24:1, the communities that make up the Normandy school district in North St. Louis County. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has designated Pagedale as a health professional shortage area (HPSA) – an area with a shortage of primary, dental and mental health care. Communities with a score of 16 or above on the DHHS list are described as areas of “greatest need”; Pagedale currently scores an 18. “Prior to the opening of Affinia Healthcare at 6763 Page Ave., the nearest clinics were in Pine Lawn or Berkeley, a 30-minute bus ride away. That’s a great distance for a senior who doesn’t get around so well anymore or a single mother looking for a well-baby check-up for her new-

born,” said Chris Krehmeyer, President and CEO of Beyond Housing. “The need has been great for affordable and convenient healthcare in the 24:1. We are grateful and excited to partner with Affinia Healthcare to open this health center.” “This new facility, Affinia Healthcare’s first outside of the city of St. Louis, expresses the organization’s mission of providing high-quality health care and exceptional service, while promoting healthy lifestyles. We look forward to serving the residents of the 24:1,” said Alan O. Freeman, President and CEO, Affinia Healthcare. The 2,800-square-foot-facility will provide affordable medical care for adults and children, laboratory services, afternoon and evening hours, and convenient walk-in appointments. The location will have two medical providers and support staff who will be available six days a week. The center will accept Medicaid, Medicare, Gateway to Better Health and most commercial insurance plans. For an appointment call 314-814-8700. Affinia Healthcare expects to serve about 2,600 patients annually.

Area leaders to celebrate North County Inc.’s anniversary To commemorate North County Incorporated’s (NCI) 40 years of service to the community, NCI is holding its annual Anniversary Fundraiser at Hendel’s Restaurant & Market on July 23 beginning at 6 pm. Space is limited for this event to the first 80 paid registrants who will enjoy an elegant dinner and wine pairing along with a silent auction.

To be one of the first 80 to register for this event or for more information on how to donate an item for the auction, call NCI’s office at 314-8956241 or visit NorthStLouisCounty.com. North County Incorporated is a regional development organization, which acts as a catalyst to define and advocate economic and community de-

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velopment for North St. Louis County. NCI was established in 1977. The Board is composed of community leaders and business owners. Scott Negwer, President of Negwer Materials, Inc., is the current Chairman of the Board of Directors.

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Christian Hospital receives Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for stroke care Christian Hospital has received the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to providing the most appropriate stroke treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. Hospitals must achieve 85 percent or higher adherence to all Get With The Guidelines-Stroke achievement indicators for two or more consecutive 12-month periods and achieve 75 percent or higher compliance with five of eight Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Quality measures to receive the Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. Christian Hospital earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These quality measures are designed to help hospital teams follow the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. “A stroke patient loses 1.9 million neurons each minute stroke treatment is delayed. This recognition further demonstrates our commitment to delivering advanced stroke treatments to patients quickly and safely,” said Sebastian Rueckert, MD, Christian Hospital chief medical officer. “Christian Hospital continues to strive for excellence in the acute treatment of stroke patients. The recognition from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke further reinforces our team’s hard work.” “The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association recognize Christian Hospital for its commitment to stroke care,” said Paul Heidenreich, MD, MS, national chairman of the Get With The Guidelines Steering Committee and Professor of Medicine at Stanford University. “Research has shown there are benefits to patients who are treated at hospitals that have adopted the Get With The Guidelines program.”

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On behalf of the Home Builders Charitable Foundation (HBCF), 2015 HBA President Ken Kruse of Payne Family Homes (left), HBCF President John Eilermann of McBride & Son Companies (right) presented a $6,370 donation to Jo-Ann Goldstein, associate director of development for Rainbow Village. The funds will be used to repair a driveway at one of Rainbow Village’s homes for a wheelchair-bound client. Rainbow Village strives to enhance the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by providing safe, affordable and well-maintained neighborhood homes. Living in a neighborhood home, instead of a nursing home or institution, gives residents a better quality of life and more independence. The HBA is a local trade association of more than 600 member firms representing the residential construction industry. The Home Builders Charitable Foundation, the HBA’s charitable arm, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing housing assistance to people or organizations with special shelter needs.

Winners will be published in Community News and awards presented at the Northwest Chamber luncheon on August 10, 2017.

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Pattonville CFO earns state recognition Ron Orr, chief financial officer for the Pattonville School District, was named the 2017 School Business Official of the Year by the Missouri Association of School Business Officials (MoASBO). The award honors MoASBO members whose work demonstrates personal excellence in service to their school district, community and profession. “This award recognizes Ron for the outstanding work he has done for his district and community,” said MoASBO executive Photo courtesy Pattonville School District director Kim Cranston. “During his time in Pattonville, he has Ron Orr, chief financial officer for the Pattonville School District, was named the 2017 School led the district in implementing Business Official of the Year by the Missouri Association of School Business Officials a number of improvements and innovative programs that insure the district’s fi- director of accounting for one year. Orr was prenancial stability, saved the district millions of dol- viously employed as manager of school accountlars and upheld the district’s emphasis on being ing at Washington University in St. Louis and as a special projects coordinator at Corporate Express good stewards of the community’s resources.” In his role as CFO, Orr oversees the finance, Promotional Marketing. He holds a bachelor’s depurchasing, technology, facilities and printing de- gree in business administration with a major in partments. He was named chief financial officer accounting from the University of Missouri-St. at Pattonville in 2003 after serving as the district’s Louis and passed all four parts of the CPA exam. As part of the MoASBO award, the district receives a $1,000 scholarship to be presented to a graduating senior. Orr has been a MoASBO member since 2002. He has served MoASBO as a member of the board of directors, president and chair of the legislative committee. He has been a member of the international Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International School Finance Committee (20122016), is the current treasurer for the Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) and was a founding trustee and is the current chair of the Investment Committee for the Cooperating School Districts (CSD) Retirement Trust.

Pattonville High School recognizes top 10 seniors

Photo courtesy Pattonville School District During an all-school assembly, Pattonville High School presented the top 10 seniors with shirts from the universities they will attend after graduation.

Pattonville High School recently announced and recognized the school’s top 10 seniors (based on grade point average as of the end of the first semester). During an all-school assembly, the high school presented the top 10 seniors with shirts from the universities they will attend after graduation. The top 10 seniors in the Pattonville Class of 2017, their declared majors and the universities they will attend are: 1. Keturah Gadson, majoring in education policy, computer science and sociology at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. 2. Rhiannon Williamson, majoring in zoology and criminal justice at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, Arkansas. 3. Olivia Wedig, majoring in chemistry and admitted to the Vagelos Scholars Program in molecular life sciences at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 4. Micah Thompkins, majoring in a dual doctoral program in physical therapy and mechanical engineering at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. 5. Joshua Zahner, majoring in marine science and computer science at the University of Miami in Miami, Florida. 6. Nitori Henderson, majoring in biological sciences with an emphasis in neurobiology and behavior (pre-med) at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. 7. Henry Bodde, majoring in biology with a biomedical emphasis at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. 8. Mitchell Skaggs, majoring in computer science at the Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, Missouri. 9. Kathleen McNeary, majoring in linguistics at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri. 10. Benjamin Moser, majoring in music with a minor in biblical and theological studies at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois.

Hazelwood East Robotics team wins Missouri State Championship Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District

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Hazelwood East High School, First Robotics Competition (FRC) Robotics Team 4600 Tech Titans, was part of the winning alliance at the FRC competition held in the Wentzville School District. Michael A. Cowen, Hazelwood East physics teacher and robotics team sponsor, was thrilled about the Tech Titans efforts.

“Our students did an amazing job during the competition and we should be very proud of their efforts,” said Cowen. “Last year, we placed in the bottom tenth at regionals. This year we made specific goals, focused on our weak spots, and held ourselves to a professional standard. It’s amazing what pride and determination can do,” Cowen said.

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Northview High School recognized for excellence in character education Nonprofit organization Character.org has named Northview High School as a 2017 National School of Character. Northview, one of five special education schools operated by Special School District of St. Louis County, is one of 83 schools and four school districts being recognized nationwide in 2017. It is the only one of 17 schools honored in Missouri that serves an entirely special education population. Each year, Character.org selects schools and districts that demonstrate through a rigorous evaluation process that their focus on character development has had a positive impact on academic achievement, student behavior, school climate and their communities. “The students and staff really put forth their best effort when it comes to character education, from activities in the classroom to reaching out to the

community, mentoring at elementary schools and providing character education lessons at the local elementary schools,” said Northview Principal Brian O’Connor. “They’ve really gone above and beyond to make this happen. So congratulations to the staff and students.” Selected schools will serve as models for other schools, helping them to achieve the same results. “We are extremely proud of this year’s National Schools of Character as well as our district recipients. Their dedication to character development has proven over time to increase the well-being of so many students, their families and their communities across the United States and beyond,” said Doug Karr, president and chief executive officer of Character.org. Northview is one of 17 schools being honored in 2017 that are former National Schools of Character reapplying for the national designation.

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Holman newspaper students earn second national award

Photo courtesy Pattonville School District The student journalists in the Newspaper Club at Holman Middle School placed second in the American Scholastic Press Association’s national competition.

The student journalists in the Newspaper Club at Holman Middle School placed second in the American Scholastic Press Association’s national competition. The Holman publication was the only one that placed in its category, making it the top-scoring publication in the intermediate school with enrollment of 500 to 1,000 students category in the 2017 Scholastic Newspaper Awards competition. This is the second year the team has earned second place. The national award is based on a 1,000-point scoring system, which gives points for writing, editing, creativity, design and content. Members of the Newspaper Club are: Sofia Boughton, who is editor-in-chief of the paper this year, Nolan Ballard, Charlize Berra, Matt Jacobi, Aaliyah Johnson, Gavin Lingle, Sophia Tabers and Destiny Wiser. They are sponsored by Glenn Changar.

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Pattonville’s transportation department will receive a Fleet Excellence Award from the Missouri State Highway Patrol for excelling on its 2017 school bus inspection program. The district’s transportation department presented 60 buses for inspection and received a final score of 98 percent. Only one bus failed on first inspection due to a minor problem, which was fixed

the same day. After the minor repair was made, all of the buses passed the inspection, which resulted in a 100 percent passing score for the day. Pattonville will receive its award during the Missouri Association of Pupil Transportation Conference in July. Jennifer Simpson is Pattonville’s director of transportation.

Hazelwood School District honors heroes at annual volunteer reception

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The Hazelwood School District held its annual Heroes/Volunteer Appreciation Program in midApril at Hazelwood Central High School. The event recognized individuals who gave the most precious of gifts – their time. During the event, special recognition was given to the Volunteer of the Year for each school. The staff from each school selected one volunteer for this special honor. The district also honored eight heroes for the district-level Volunteer of the Year. The eight he-

roes included Julie Griffith, Gwen Reed, Lottie Wade, Fred Cafolla, Sharon Cafolla, Stanley Burton, Chief Ken Corbin, and the Black Jack Fire Protection District. “These individuals have sacrificed their time, talent, and knowledge to help throughout our district,” said Kimberly McKenzie, director of communications and marketing. “We are proud of our partnerships and we appreciate all they do to help our students and district to move forward.”

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Sports you see with Gary B... Rascals are red hot The River City Rascals play in the West Division of the Frontier League and home games at CarShield Field in O’Fallon. Recently the Rascals played the Windy City Thunderbolts and swept the three game weekend series to continue their longest winning streak of the year at four games and they are now three games over .500 for the first time since the 2016 campaign. Playing a major part in the finale Sunday were Jimmy Kerrigan and Mike Jurgella combing for eight of the Rascals 14 hits and helped their team complete the rubber game sweep over the ThunderBolts 10-4 at CarShield Field. On the mound for Windy City was their team leader in wins, with four, Zac Westcott and he struggled as he allowed back-to-back singles from Jason Merjano and Jimmy Kerrigan with the first two batters. The Rascals took advantage of a high throw to first base that would have ended the inning but the runner was safe and that allowed Kerrigan to score from the second base bag and give his team a 1-0 lead. From then on it was the Kerrigan and Jurgella show. “I just tried to be aggressive like always, it’s easy hitting where I am with a good hitter in front of me leading things off and Josh Silver behind me,” Kerrigan said. “This series was a lot of fun, we got a sweep against a really good team who came in to the series eight games over .500.” On the mound for the Rascals was Tim Koons who notched his second quality start of the year and finished tossing 7.1 innings allowing four runs, two earned, on nine hits and tied the Rascals individual team high for strikeouts with eight. * On a roll MASL Challenge this Friday for soccer lovers Every Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) team will have a player on the turf at the Family Arena this Friday for the event. This will be the second-straight year for the

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International Challenge. In 2016, the Ontario Fury hosted an exhibition match between the USA All-Stars vs Mexico that saw a sold-out crowd of over 7,000 fans. The June 16 All-Star match will be the second time the Family Arena has hosted such an event. The last time was Feb. 29, 2004, when the USA All-Stars defeated the International All-Stars 10-1 in a Major Indoor Soccer League exhibition. Leading up to this year’s International Challenge, the Ambush and Family Arena will host the 2017 MASL Player Combine on Friday, June 16 from 2 to 6 p.m. The combine will give potential players from all over the chance to work out in front of coaches and team representatives from across the league, and have the chance to earn an invite to a preseason MASL camp. For tickets visit the Family Arena box office, Metrotix.com or call the St. Louis Ambush at 636-477-6363. More details about the International Challenge and the players participating, visit the St. Louis Ambush website at www.stlambush.com and the Major Arena Soccer League’s website at www.maslsoccer.com. * Kicking good event

I will be broadcasting the “STL Health and Wellness LIVE” show every Saturday from 9-11 am on 590 The Fan and 590TheFan.com Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, has hosted many radio shows from Health to Sports to Baby Boomer news. He was the EMCEE of the River City Rascals and St. Louis Swarm basketball team inaugural seasons and broadcasting for the indoor football teams over a decade. Has been writing sports since 1999 for the paper.

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Smoked Sausage Links with Bacon and Onion Marmalade Prep time: 10 minutes | Total time: 1 hour, 10 minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients: 2-3 strips bacon 1 tablespoon mustard seeds 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 pounds (about 6 onions) Vidalia onions, diced 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup cane syrup 1 package smoked sausage links (bunlength) 6 hot dog buns Directions: Heat oven to 350 F.

Line baking sheet with parchment paper and lay strips of bacon flat. Cook until crispy, about 20-25 minutes. Chop bacon into small pieces and set aside.

reduced and onions are dark in color, about 50 minutes. Oil grill and bring to medium heat. Grill sausage 12 minutes, or until heated through.

In dry pot over medium heat, toast mustard seeds until slightly browned.

Place smoked sausage in hot dog bun and cover evenly with marmalade.

Add bacon, vinegar, onions, brown sugar and cane syrup to pot. Cover, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Cook about 20 minutes at medium-high heat. Remove pot cover and reduce to medium heat. Cook until liquid is

Note: Marmalade can be made in advance for easier dinner preparation and can be kept up to 2 weeks in a refrigerator or 3 months in a freezer.

Grilled Kabobs with Smoked Sausage and Veggies Prep time: 15 minutes | Total time: 25 minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients: 6 wooden skewers nonstick cooking spray 1 package smoked sausage (rope) 1 medium zucchini 2 large red bell peppers 2 large yellow bell peppers 1 large red onion

Directions: Soak skewers in water 1 hour. Spray grill and heat to medium. Cut smoked sausage diagonally into 1-inch pieces. Slice zucchini, bell peppers and onion into 1/2-inch pieces.

Thread smoked sausage, peppers, zucchini and onion onto skewers. Grill kabobs until smoked sausage is hot and vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from grill and serve immediately.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS June 14: 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.

June 15: Blood pressure check

Free blood pressure check at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) Call 314-8313752 for more information.

June 16: Bingo

Bingo takes place from 2 – 3 p.m. at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in Florissant. Call 314-831-3752 for more information.

June 16: Food Truck Knight

The Knights of Columbus Duchesne Council #2951 and the city of Florissant will be co-sponsoring a Food Truck Knight from 5 to 9 p.m. on the lot near the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine located at 50 rue St. Francois.

The trucks will serve until 8 p.m. and the band Bad Scarlet will perform until 9p.m. (some trucks may serve later). The truck line up for the evening is: Andrew’s Bayou Ribs, Sarah’s Cakestop, Destination Desserts, Thai Jasmine, Kona Ice, Russo’s Trucktoria, 2 Girls 4 Wheels, Zia’s Food Truck, Slice of the Hill, The Southerner, Steak Louie, Slide Piece, St Louisiana Q, My Big Fat Greek Truck and Cha Cha Chow. Proceeds will benefit local nonprofit charities including the TEAM Food Pantry. Patrons are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for collection barrels that will be on site.

June 16: Pork steak dinner

Pork steak 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.

June 17: Charity golf tournament

The Jennings Do-Dads are excited to announce their 24th annual Juvenile Justice Scholarship Golf Tournament. This year’s tournament will begin with a 7:30 a.m. shotgun start at Normandie

Golf Club at 7605 St. Charles Rock Rd. in St. Louis County. The tournament format will be a four-player team, 18hole scramble. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers in each of four “flights”. There will be refreshments available during the event and all participants are invited to the Normandie Golf Club pavilion for food and beverages following the tournament. There will also be attendance prizes and plenty of fun for everyone. Team entry (four players) is $340 and includes greens fees, cart, limited beverages at course, attendance prizes and the posttournament food and refreshments. Limited to the first 36 teams, entry forms and fees are preferred by May 31, although you may register and pay up to the day of the tournament. You can also pay online with a major credit card via PayPal at www.jenningsdodads.org. Register and pay by May 31 and the cost per foursome will be reduced to $320. Credit cards will be accepted the day of the tournament as a form of payment this year.

June 21: 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.

June 22: Tasting event fundraiser

Kids In The Middle will host its 11th annual “Swirl, Sip & Savor” fundraiser from 6:30-9:30 pm. The tasting event will be held at The Magic House at 516 S Kirkwood Road in St. Louis County. The evening features hors d’oeuvres from various local restaurants, unlimited wine tastings, beer tastings from Urban Chestnut and a raffle prize of a vacation for two to Sonoma Valley wine country. All proceeds provide counseling services for kids and families in the middle of a separation, divorce or remarriage. Sponsorships are available. Tickets are $75 per guest or $100 at the door. For more information visit www.kidsinthemiddle.org or call 314-909-9922.

June 24: Senior citizen country western dinner/dance

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Put your boots on and get to the James J. Eagan Center for the Country Western Dinner Dance. Start the evening with a good down home BBQ Dinner of BBQ Pork steak, mac and cheese, baked beans, salad, rolls and butter and Texas sheet cake. Then listen to the Retro Band play all your countrywestern favorites. Light snacks will be served and beer, wine and soda will be available for purchase. The event runs from 5 – 9 p.m., dinner is served at 5:30

p.m. Cost for residents is $12 and for non-residents is $15.00. Tickets are on sale through June 21 to residents and non-residents in the Senior Office in Florissant City Hall. There will be no ticket sales at the door. Call the Senior Office at 314-839-7605 for more information.

June 28: 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.

June 30: Chicken dinner

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.

July 4: Bridgeton 4th of July festivities

The theme of this year’s 4th of July parade is Honoring First Responders. The parade begins at 10 a.m. The parade route starts on Benedetta at Lockport. The parade will proceed on Benedetta to Tideland, turn on to Majella, then on to Natural Bridge, ending at Target. Evening activities will be held at the Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC) beginning at 6 p.m. The evening will include music, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display at dusk. Be aware that road work on St. Charles Rock Road may cause some traffic issues so don’t delay, plan ahead to reach BMAC by 8 p.m.. Watch for more details on the Bridgeton website www.bridgetonmo.com.

July 4: Independence Day celebration

Florissant’s proud tradition of celebrating Independence Day continues this year on the grounds of the James J. Eagan Civic Center at Florissant Valley Park, which is located at the intersection of Parker Road and Waterford Drive. Festivities begin with an outdoor concert performance by the Northwinds Concert Band at 7:30 p.m. Following the concert, the city of Florissant is sponsoring its renowned fireworks display at 9:15 p.m. This year’s extravaganza features a dazzling fireworks presentation combining brilliant shells, color sequencing, dimensional frontage, and low and high level aerial combinations. In the event of inclement weather, the fireworks display only will be held the following evening (July 5 at 9:15 p.m.). For additional information, please call the James J. Eagan Center at 314-921-4466.

Sept. 14: Art fundraiser

The Eighth Annual Art from the Heart is a special fundraiser benefiting the local nonprofit, Friends of Kids with Cancer takes place at Mungenast Lexus of St. Louis at 13700 Manchester Rd. in Ballwin) from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.. The event, sponsored by Mungenast Lexus of St. Louis, features a silent auction of over 60 pieces of art created by kids with cancer in St. Louis. Friends’ Art Therapist, Tasha, works with these kids throughout the year on their artwork for this fundraiser. 100 percent of proceeds support Friends’ Art Therapy program. Tickets are $50 per person. For more information visit https://www.friendsofkids.com/art.html.

RECURRING EVENTS 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: 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.

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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 314-9936134.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Informational Meeting takes place every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at 7222 N. Lindbergh Blvd. (behind the Holiday Inn Express off the Taylor Rd. exit) in Hazelwood. This free meeting is for anyone who is interested in learning more about Alcoholics Anonymous, how it started, what it’s all about and how it works. This is an hour-long meeting with a short presentation, followed by a question and answer session with current members. For more information call 314-731-4854.

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: Lung cancer support group

The Lung Cancer Networking Group is open to anyone affected by lung cancer and meets at Christian Hospital at 11133 Dunn Rd. every second Tuesday of the month from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in Room 2100. No RSVP required. Christian Hospital has partnered with the Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis to provide this group meeting. Drop-in to the monthly meetings to discuss, ask questions and learn how others manager side effects, symptoms and the day-to-day of cancer. Connect with other care partners who are learning about cancer and how it impacts their friends and family members. Share and hear stories from others who “get it.” Discover the power of group support when you meet with a licensed facilitator, other people (family, friends, patients) affected by a cancer diagnosis.

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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, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

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

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 am 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 7:30am, games begin at 9:30am. 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

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

Thursdays: checks

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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

Sundays: Meat shoot

Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 444 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Road between Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday in February and March in the spring and every Sunday in October through the second-to-last week in November in the fall - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded. Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.

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

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The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (except June which is the second Sunday and no meeting in December) at 1 p.m. at Classics Bar & Grill at 11601 West Florissant Avenue. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. For more information visit www.jenningsdodads.org.

What’s Happening

GriefShare Support Group

Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737

HEALTH Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation

Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon– 1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954.

Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed

4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314.653.5032.

2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting

Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional SUDOKU answers from page 10

Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@ sbcglobal.net.

Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 6:30 – 8pm, 314.839.3171, free and open to the public.

Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Bridgeton Trails Library, 3455 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314.344.6873.

Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171.

Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109

11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.

Diabetes Basics:

314.344.7024 for info or 314.344.7220 to enroll.

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CHURCH Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church

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

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

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.

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.

Saturdays: Grief support group

A Way with Words Grief Support Ministry meets the fourth Saturday each month at Community Christ Fellowship (in the rear) at121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. For more information contact Pat Ryan at 314-605-3949.

Every Fourth Saturday’s Writer’s Workshop

10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baden Library, at 8448 Church Rd. For more information call 314-388-2400.

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“Cars 3”

M O V I E By Steve Bryan

Pixar back in racing form with ‘Cars 3’

hough known for its quality animation, Pixar’s main strength is in their storytelling. “Up,” for instance, was the story of an elderly balloon seller forced to leave his home. Rather than go quietly into a retirement community, he tied hundreds of balloons to the house and set off on the adventure of a lifetime. The mixture of humor and real human drama made “Up” one of the best films they have produced. This weekend Pixar heads back to the race track with “Cars 3,” the latest film featuring the studio’s anthropomorphic vehicles. Owen Wilson returns as the voice of Lightning McQueen, a hot racing car who has won multiple Piston Cups. McQueen isn’t as young as he used to be and finds himself falling behind Jackson Storm (voice of Armie Hammer), a new racer on the scene. The original “Cars” had definite charm, with Wilson’s hotshot racer arriving in a small town called Radiator Springs. Arrested after damaging a road, McQueen learns life lessons from Doc Hudson (voice of Paul Newman), a former racing champion and the town’s judge. McQueen becomes a more likeable vehicle going forward, demonstrating incredible sportsmanship as he competes in his next big race. Even with the success of “Cars,” it’s surprising to see this franchise back in theaters after the reception “Cars 2” received six years ago. Most of the voice cast returned for that sequel, with the notable exceptions of Paul Newman and George Carlin, who passed away before production began. This tale of espionage and international racing was branded “rotten” on

Rotten Tomatoes, making it a rare Pixar miss. In many ways, though, “Cars 2” was a charming, kid-friendly piece thanks to the homespun humor of Larry the Cable Guy. As Mater, a tow truck and McQueen’s best buddy, the comedian helped make this a decent family film. The box office take was significantly less than the original, but it didn’t hamper the Walt Disney Company from creating “Cars Land” in their California Adventure park. Based on the trailers, “Cars 3” may go full circle with McQueen’s story. Like Doc Hudson, Lightning considers retiring from the sport he loves. It will take the support of his friends to get his life back on track. A new character, Cruz Ramirez (voice of Cristela Alonzo), also is on hand to help McQueen find his way. This

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one just might get Lightning and “Cars” back in racing form. “Cars 3,” rated G, arrives in theaters on June 16. “Cars 3” photo courtesy Disney Pixar 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.