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The Gene Dobbs Bradford Blues Experience is just one of the many acts responsible for providing a cross-section of musical experiences to the music lovers of Maryland Heights

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By Shawn Clubb When people come out to the free summer concerts at Creve Couer Park in Maryland Heights, they will enjoy the music while sitting outside near the serene waters of Creve Couer Lake. They will also be expanding their horizons. When the performers get booked for the series, the Maryland Heights Cultural Arts Commission looks for more than your typical cover band. “The concerts are a variety of entertainment,” said Mary Vaughan, director of the Maryland Heights Parks and Recreation Department. “The Cultural Arts Commission wants to give people the opportunity to hear music they wouldn’t usually hear.” The styles might include jazz, swing, big band and world music, among others. This season, the concerts feature jazz quartet Good 4 the Soul on June 20, the “newgrass” sounds of Clusterpluck on July 18, singer-songwriter Kevin Bilchik on Aug. 15, and an eclectic blend of music from Lunar Levitation on Sept. 19. Each concert will begin at 7 pm at the Tremayne Shelter near Sailboat Cove at the north end of Creve Coeur Park. Good 4 the Soul plays a range of jazz, including smooth jazz, electric jazz and classic jazz. The group includes bass-

ist John King, who founded the band in 2002, drummer James Jackson, guitarist Shaun Robinson and pianist Adaron “Pops” Jackson. Clusterpluck is comprised of five members who each write music and play multiple instruments. Their music is a blend that incorporates pop, country and rock ‘n’ roll. Bilchik, a native and still resident of St. Louis, says he has a voice that “was just made to sing the blues.” Lunar Levitation was formed by a group of friends in 2011 in St. Louis. They describe their music as a mix of classic rock, pop, blues and other styles. They perform songs from across the decades back to the ‘60s, and their own original music. “We started in 2001 or 2002 having concerts,” Vaughan said. “They’ve been around for a while and they are very well received. People love them. They count on them. They bring their picnic dinner and wine and soda. They sit there in their folding chair and they just kick back and enjoy the music.” “It’s a great setting to be right there next to Creve Couer Lake. There’s a nice cool breeze that comes off the lake. It’s nice to sit there and enjoy the music.” A patriotic concert by the St. Louis

Big Band will be presented from 7-9pm July 1 at Maryland Heights Centre, 2344 McKelvey Rd. The Big Band will deliver “A Fanfare to America” as the free show. An added feature for the lakeside concerts will be pre-concert entertainment for kids. There will be balloon animals from 6:30-7:30pm June 20, music by Babaloo from 6-7pm July 18, a performance by See SUMMER CONCERTS RETURN page 2

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Around Town Local news and events like Hazelwood’s annual BMX/Skate competition showcase and Maryland Heights University to begin July 22

Business Orvin Kimbrough with United Way of Greater St. Louis shares his view on re-imagining our future

School Pattonville’s STEM Camp and reflections on Angelou’s passing by Hazelwood East High teacher.

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SUMMER CONCERTS RETURN Josh the Juggler from 6-6:45pm Aug. 15, and fun with the Tekno Bubble Bus from 6:30-7:30pm Sept. 19. Vaughan said they had pre-show entertainment last September and people responded well to it. “It was so well received that we decided to do the kids’ activities prior to all of the concerts,” she said. “Our plan is to have the kids’ activities, so we’re hoping that the people will stay and their kids will

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have that experience and awareness of other music. “We usually have 300 to 350 people that come out to enjoy the music. Now we’re hoping for even more with the kids’ activities.” People attending the concerts are encouraged to bring their own seating and refreshments. Cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced by 4 pm on the day of the show at www. marylandheights.com.

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Around Town HELP Seeks Donations Donations of used crutches and used home medical equipment are sought by St. Louis HELP, the nonprofit Health Equipment Lending Program that gives free loans of home medical equipment through its recycle and reuse program. “St. Louis HELP is looking for used crutches in good condition to build our inventory of the home medical equipment that we lend,” said Executive Director Laura Cannon Singer, who founded the nonprofit organization in 2008. “We provide free use of virtually all types of home medical equipment to people for as long as necessary and we assist thousands of people annually,” says Singer, adding, “All donations of equipment are tax deductible, as are any financial contributions. “Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance don’t always cover the cost of renting or buying certain types of home medical equipment that people desperately need,” Singer says. “We provide this equipment at no charge – making the difference between living independently or living a life of dependence

and immobility.” St. Louis HELP is a nonprofit organization that loans equipment to any person who needs it, for any health-related reason including those temporarily disabled by injury, illness or surgery; those awaiting insurance company approval; those whose own equipment is being repaired; visitors to St. Louis who can’t transport their own home health equipment; and terminally ill persons. Primarily a volunteer organization, St. Louis HELP accepts donations of nearly every type of home medical equipment in good working condition except oxygen and medications. St. Louis HELP revitalizes and cleans all donated equipment and stores it before loaning it at no cost to people in need or their caregivers who may keep it for as long as necessary. To donate used crutches, or almost any type of Home Medical Equipment in good condition, or to borrow equipment for yourself or a loved one, call 314.567.4700 or visit www.stlhelp.org.

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Hazelwood’s Ninth Annual Summer BMX/Skate Competition to Showcases Stunt Performances

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Young competitors are gearing up for a chance to show off their talents at the Ninth Annual Summer BMX/Skate Competition on June 20. The event will begin at 6 pm at the Hazelwood Skate Park, located behind the Community Center, 1186 Teson Rd., at White Birch Park. For nearly a decade, the Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Division has been hosting this event in cooperation with PlanNine Skate Park at the St. Louis Outlet Mall. The owner of PlanNine Skate Park, Casey Otto, is usually the program emcee and oversees the judging. Each participant pays a $7 fee to compete in Brenden Selby, the first-place finisher of the Age 16 and Over category for BMX one of two age categories: Age 15 and riders, does an aerial stunt that produced a standing ovation from the crowd. Under or Age 16 and Over. Cash prizes Photo courtesy Hazelwood Parks and Recreation will be awarded to the top three finishers and doing more difficult stunts.” in each age category for both skateboarders and Two prizes provided by PlanNine Skate Park will BMX riders. be raffled off during the event. One will be a brand People interested in signing up can do so innew BMX bike, valued at $450. The other will be a person at the Hazelwood Community Center or skateboard with a major brand label. Both spectaonline at www.apm.activecommunities.com/hators and event participants can enter the raffles by zelwoodmoparksandrec/Home. All participants paying a $1 per ticket. must sign a waiver or have a signed waiver on file For more event information, contact the in order to compete. Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Office at “Each year, we see the competition getting 314.731.0980. tougher as contestants up their game to outperform each other,” said Pam Reynolds, facility manager of the Hazelwood Community Center. “We had three BMX riders do complete 360-degree aerials at last year’s event, which had never been done before at previous events. It’s going to be interesting who takes the spotlight this year by raising the ante

The City of Florissant has announced the performers for the outdoor summer concert series. The performers and locations are listed below. All concerts begin at 7 pm, except for the July 4 concert, which starts at 7:30pm and the Fall Festival concerts, which begin at 1 and 3pm. The following is the 2014 concert series: • July 4 – Northwinds Concert Band – Florissant Valley Park at the Civic Center. • July 12 – Fanfare Band – St. Ferdinand Park • July 19 – Ground Flow Fusion – High Energy multi-genre group: Rock, Blues, Jam, Funk and Groove – St. Ferdinand Park • July 26 – Bob Kuban Brass – St. Ferdinand Park • Aug. 2 – Butch Wax & The Hollywoods with Theo Peoples from The Four Tops - St. Ferdinand Park • Aug. 9 – Billy Peek Band – St. Ferdinand Park • Aug. 16 – SmashBand Superhits – St. Ferdinand Park • Aug. 24 – Boeing Employees Concert Band – St. Ferdinand Park • Oct. 12 – The Ralph Butler Band – at the Old Town Fall Festival, 100 rue St. Francois “Music Under the Stars 2014 summer concert series gratefully acknowledges support from the Regional Arts Commission, the Missouri Arts Council and the Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company. Dates and shows subject to change. All concerts are outdoors. Bring your lawn chairs and/or blankets for lawn seating. Light refreshments are available. For more information, call 314.921.5678, or visit www.florissantfinearts.com or www.florissantmo.com.

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Mr. Mac Retires After 43 Years

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Cornell McGee Jr. (Mr. Mac) has retired from the Missouri School of Barbering in Florissant after 43 years of teaching, cutting hair and giving advice to students and customers alike. “I can tell you stories… but the most rewarding thing is to give a haircut to the child of someone that I barbered when they were little. I’ve even done some grandkids…now that’s a long time!”

The Florissant Elks Lodge awarded two Robert E. Mathis Scholarships at the Auxiliary Ladies dinner on May 14. Pictured are ER Dennis Struebing, Frances Monahan, Scholarship Chairperson Kathi Rike, Shawn Singleton, and PER John (JT) Taylor. Frances will graduate from North County Christian School and move on to the University of Missouri-Rolla in the fall. Shawn is a student at Hazelwood Central High School and will attend Maryville University.

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With more than 400,000 children in foster care across the United States, the Central/Southern Illinois branch of Bethany Christian Services, the leading global family preservation and child welfare agency, has been lending a hand to families in crisis in the hopes of keeping kids out of the foster care system through its Safe Families for Children (SFFC) Program. Recently, the branch had the privilege of serving its 500th child through the program. SFFC is a unique national movement enlisting families from local churches to provide care for children whose parents are experiencing temporary difficulties - sudden unemployment, loss of housing, hospitalization, drug/alcohol dependency, etc. - so that they can work through their troubles without having to place their children in foster care. Host families, as they are known in the ministry, can also provide support to pregnant or parenting teens in need. The Central/Southern Illinois branch has been running the program for four years and currently has 59 SFFC host families available in which to place children for temporary care.

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“Being a Safe Families for Children host family has taught us so many important lessons – compassion, service, gratitude,” said Ryan and Rhonda Newell, Safe Families for Children hosts. “I can’t say enough about the impact the program has had on us. We feel so blessed to be able to serve our community this way.” The branch’s SFFC program was also recently honored for its outstanding work on behalf of vulnerable children and families in the greater St. Louis area by two community organizations – the Jefferson County Probation and Parole District and the Crisis Nursery of St. Louis. “Keeping children with their parents is always preferred to placing them in foster care,” said Donna Nicholson, Central/Southern Illinois branch director. “We are seeing the amazing difference this program is making in our community and would like to thank those serving as host families as well as those supporting our efforts to serve families in crisis.” For more information on Bethany Christian Services, or how to support Safe Families for Children, visit www.bethany.org/stlouis.

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Registration Now Open for Maryland Heights University The city of Maryland Heights is recruiting students for the 2014 session of its free citizens’ academy, Maryland Heights University, now in its sixth year. Over seven weeks, participants will get a comprehensive overview of city government, with units on finance and budgeting, planning and zoning, parks and recreation, public works and more. Students will have the opportunity to tour city facilities and participate in several “handson” activities, including the use of the Police Department’s firearms training simulator. “Students have told us that the class was a very worthwhile experience, and we hope to continue that for many years to come,” Mayor Mike Moeller said. “Not only does it help our

residents learn about city departments, but it also provides opportunities for them to meet their neighbors and discover other ways to be involved in the community.” Class will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6-9pm from July 22 - Aug. 26. The final class will be held on Thursday, Sept. 4 and will include a graduation ceremony at that evening’s City Council meeting. Most classes will take place in the Municipal Courtroom at the Government Center, although a few will meet at other city facilities. Enrollment is now open and will continue until the class is full. Space is limited to 25 students. To sign up, visit www.marylandheights. com, or contact Kris Simpson at 314.738.2203.

Cardinals’ Fredbird Makes Surprise Visit for Summer Day Campers in Hazelwood On opening day, local kids participating in this year’s Hazelwood Summer Day Camp were pleasantly surprised when popular St. Louis Cardinals mascot Fredbird showed up for a visit. He arrived with a kickball in hand ready for some fun. The children gave Fredbird high-fives, hugs and danced with him outside the pavilion at Howdershell Park. Fredbird selected two teams to play a game of kickball. He was the All-Star pitcher for both teams. But he didn’t have much luck Popular St. Louis Cardinals mascot Fredbird had fun with local kids on the opening day of with his kicking since the kids Hazelwood’s Summer Day Camp. He arrived with a kickball in hand ready to play a game. threw him out twice. The game Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood ended in a tie with everyone in $290 for non-residents. All fees include activia good mood about Fredbird’s appearance. After ties, field trips, and transportation. Before and the game, all the Day Camp participants posed after care is available, 7–9am and 3–5pm. Fees for photos and said their good-byes to Fredbird are $100 for 4 weeks. Hot lunches are provided before he left to go do his other job of leading by Blossom Wood Day School, except on days the cheers for St. Louis Cardinals’ fans at Busch when sack lunches are required as noted in the Stadium. registration materials. Although the Hazelwood Summer Day Camp Parents can sign-up their children for Sumstarted on June 2, it’s not too late for last-minute mer Day Camp at either the Hazelwood Comsign-ups for parents who want to register their munity Center, 1186 Teson Road, or Civic Center kids. Youngsters must be between the ages of six East, 8969 Dunn Road. Hazelwood residents can and 11. Participants will enjoy sports, games, also register online at www.apm.activecommunicrafts, swimming at Hazelwood’s Aquatic Center, ties.com/hazelwoodparksandrec/Home. In addiand visits to Musick Park’s Sprayground. Other tion, registration forms and enclosed payments field trip activities include the following: June 19, can be mailed to: Hazelwood Community Cenmovie at the St. Charles Stadium 18 Cinema; June ter, 1186 Teson Road, Hazelwood, MO 63042. 25, Grafton Harbor Riverboat Ride; July 2, St. Please make the checks payable to the “City of Louis Science Center; July 10, Belleville E.D.G.E. Hazelwood.” Also, include a driver’s license Laser Tag; July 16, Incredible Pizza Company; number on the check. and July 22, Creve Coeur Ice Rink. For more information on Hazelwood’s SumRegistration is open to residents as well as mer Day Camp, contact the Parks and Recreation non-residents. Fees for the 4-week (Session 2) Office at 314. 731.0980. from June 30 – July 27 are $265 for residents and

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EMT-B Course at Christian Hospital Open to the Public The Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) course, offered July 1 – Oct. 30 at Christian Hospital is designed for students interested in providing patient care to their community. This is the entry level course required to work on an ambulance. This course consists of classroom hours as well as hands-on skills to prepare the student for work as an EMT-B. Clinical hours will be completed on an ambulance through Christian Hospital EMS to provide experience and allow the student to show proficiency in their skills before course completion. EMT-B skills consist of the ability to obtain a patient assessment, vital signs, establishing an airway, bleeding control, wound care, splinting, electrical defibrillation, childbirth, vehicle rescue and driving an ambulance. Completion of the National Registry (NR) practical exam and computer exam is required before receiving a Missouri EMT-B license. The cost for the course is $,1500 and students interested in enrolling mush have a high school diploma of GED. For more information, or to register, contact Tricia O’Laughlin at top5849@bjc. org or at 314.486.1361, or visit www.christianhospital.org/EMSAcademy.

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Re-imagining our Future Everything that is old is new again. Evidence of this sentiment is not only found in history books and newspapers, we can see it in nearly all facets of life – including in our communities. Our communities and the diverse people that we call neighbors are facing many issues that range from financial instability, lack of affordable housing and trouble simply providing quality meals for their children. Children in many of our rural and urban neighborhoods have to grow up quickly, while the prospect of prosperity quickly fades as old barriers with new dimensions are constructed. As a servant of this region who’s lived, worked and studied in many different environments, I am sensitive to the issues facing our area, and what I see now is no different than what leaders of past generations faced. But our response has to be different, focused and unified. Our aspirations must be ambitious: Every child will succeed, every adult will be self sufficient, every family will be strong, every older adult will be independent, every individual will be healthy and every neighborhood will be safe. Every day, committed people and strong organizations throughout our community work to support residents in their paths to live their best possible lives. Yet our ability to explore new ways to move the needle on stubborn issues is slow and small compared to what is possible. Because we often work alone, we fall short in mobilizing and harnessing the collective energy of communities. Using imagination to solve insurmountable problems is not a new concept. We see it in fairy tales, books of

By Orvin Kimbrough faith and our daily lives. An active imagination is the fuel for my life and its work, in particular through inspiration from the story of David and Goliath. In the most simplistic form, Goliath was a giant warrior, who dared any man in the opposing army to fight him. The victor would receive all of the spoils of the kingdom. David, a young shepherd boy was an unpromising opponent. He imagined the battle with Goliath to be no different than his daily duty of protecting his father’s sheep from lions and bears. David fought the giant, killing him using his knowledge, imagination and will. Thankfully, we can use these same lessons that led David to victory – a little risk taking inspired by imagination; an unrelenting will to succeed; and an army of collaborators – to overcome our region’s challenges by maximizing existing human and financial resources to help people. Just as with David’s battle, this too is no small feat. According to the Jossey-Bass Handbook of Nonprofit Leadership and Management, 90 percent of all nonprofits that are currently in existence were created since the 1950s. The Urban Institute also states that between 2001 and 2011, the number of nonprofits increased by 25 percent or 1.3 million to nearly 1.6 million. One would think that an increase in the number of organizations designed to help people would in turn reduce the percentage of the population that need help, but statistics show the opposite – poverty has increased or remained steady over the last 10 years. Those of us who frequently engage with systems designed to help people, know that old and new barriers,

or Goliaths, exist, yet the problem for both center partially on the rampant growth of programs that are duplicative and not additive. While these programs are well intentioned, they miss the mark on providing improved circumstances for a significant number of people. In the for-profit world, if value isn’t created, the market punishes the new venture and the venture ends. This too should be the norm in the philanthropic sector. Too many nonprofit organizations that lack sustainability and vision create an unnecessary barrier for those in need. The Goliath mindset presents itself once again. The people we help can achieve success when we empower them with independence and self reliance. Once this idea becomes more commonplace among human service leaders, we will understand that we no longer need to be duplicative. Our objective as an industry is not to boast about the number of programs we have or how much money flows through our books. We should brag about the number of lives we’ve changed while becoming proficient at quantifying our impact and telling the stories of the lives we’ve helped. Technology will have a role in helping us do this as we re-imagine the future. Many leaders agree: Innovation through imagination can consist of bold moves or subtle shifts, and it can occur all at once – at scale or incrementally in pockets and across specific program areas. Innovation occurs by learning from the past and understanding the task at hand. While knowledge is important, knowledge absent of action, imagination and vision cannot help people – it’s just facts and figures.

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mitted volunteers who use leadership skills for the betterment of a civic or charity organization. They also can be municipal employees who are proactively involved in helping create a more livable community, or entrepreneurs who have become successful and who are giving back to North County. Anyone wanting to make a nomination should call NCI for a nomination form or go online to www.NorthStLouisCounty. com. All nominations are required by July 14. The 30 leaders chosen will be honored at the NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties reception and luncheon at 11:30 am Sept. 26 at Norwood Hills Country Club off Lucas and Hunt Road. The public is invited to attend. Reservations are required and cost $45 per person. Sponsorship packages are available for companies interested in sponsoring this event. Advertising packages are also available for purchase in the Community News by calling 636.379.1775 with a portion of the proceeds benefiting NCI. To make a nomination, make reservations, or sponsor this event, contact the NCI office at 314.895.6241 or visit www. NorthStLouisCounty.com for more information. North County Incorporated is a regional development organization, which acts as a catalyst to define and advocate economic and community development for North St. Louis County. NCI was established in 1977. The Board is composed of community leaders and business owners. Chief Michael Gantner of the Black Jack Fire Protection District is NCI’s 2014 Chairman of the Board.

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Pattonville STEM Camp Provides Students Hands-on Labs and Activities with Experts from Major Companies Approximately 25 Pattonville middle school students tackled topics such as forensics, genetics, robotics and flight engineering through Pattonville's middle school summer STEM Camp (science, technology, engineering and math). The week-long camp is a hands-on, activitybased workshop that allows students to explore robotics, computer programming, engineering, biomedical science and more with the help of industry experts. On Monday, June 9, students toured Ameren's Renewable Energy Center and learned from a guest speaker about alternative energies and

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what Ameren is doing to meet the energy needs of tomorrow. Labs centered on energy and renewable energies. On Tuesday, June 10, a guest speaker from Monsanto spoke about the company's role in biotechnology and lead students as they performed labs/simulations centered on forensics, genetics and genetic engineering. On Wednesday, June 11, engineers from Boeing spent the day with students discussing what Boeing does and performing activities and labs that include from robotics, flight and engineering transportation vehicles.

Hazelwood East High Teacher Reflects on the Passing of St. Louis Native Dr. Maya Angelou The world was saddened to learn Dr. Maya Angelou, internationally renowned poet, activist and educator, had passed away on May 28. She was 86 years old. One of those who was visibly shaken by the news was Robert Swingler, choir director at Hazelwood East High School. In 2011 Swingler donated his collection of autographed Maya Angelou works to the Hazelwood School District. Upon hearing of Dr. Angelou’s passing, Swingler contacted the HSD Communications department to retrieve the collection to showcase it at Robert Swingler showcases his collection of autographed works by Dr. Maya the high school, in honor of Dr. Angelou. Angelou at East High School as a tribute to the internationally renowned writSwingler first became acquainted with er, activist and educator. Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District Dr. Angelou’s work as part of East High’s In a 2011 interview, Swingler said he donated monthly literacy displays. Every month, a the books after seeing Dr. Angelou at the Touhill new author is highlighted and their works disPerforming Arts Center on the campus of the played in a showcase at the school. For the last five years, East High School has University of Missouri-St. Louis in 2010. “I know that her life, inspiring words and displayed works by Dr. Angelou in April to comhopefully this collection will be a ‘rainbow in memorate her birthday. This year, Swingler said East High School students and staff sent Dr. An- the cloud’ for someone,” he recalled, quoting a gelou three over-sized birthday cards along with phrase she said during the UMSL lecture. Today, Swingler wants his students to continue 86 roses for the St. Louis native. All of the donated books are from Swingler’s to learn from Dr. Angelou’s life and her work. “Dr. Angelou was a survivor, but the term surpersonal collection. Over the years, he collected vivor is so passive,” Swingler said on Wednesday books and poems by Dr. Angelou, some that are now out of print. Swingler says she signed the morning. “The word that would describe her to books for him and considered it an honor to do me is conqueror. She had to conquer quite a bit in her life. She did that with a great deal of grace this for HSD students. and love.”

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Current and former Hazelwood Central High School students under the direction of Casee Hagan, drama teacher at Central High, assisted her with hosting 40 Hazelwood middle and elementary students during a three-day Summer Musical Theater Camp. Due to construction work at Central High, the camp took place at Hazelwood North Middle School on June 4 - 6, from 9 am - 3 pm. These young aspiring thespians participated in art activities, songs, dancing, acting skits, theater games and lessons, as well as basic improv techniques. At the culmination of the program, students were treated to a pizza lunch and were able to demonstrate what they learned in front of family and friends. Students appeared to enjoy kicking off their summer with taking part in theater camp. One student was overheard saying, “I can’t wait until next year, I really had a great time.”

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John Hanna is a part time, amateur cartoonist taking his first step into the world of print and online comic media. When he isn’t drawing or working at his second job, he can be seen in and around the St Charles area. If you like his work, that is good. If you don’t like it, that is good too.

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Oldest Pick: Half a Chance

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Lucy Emery is determined to capture unique pictures for a photography scavenger contest in Half a Chance, an engaging book by Cynthia Lord about a girl who moves to a lake house in New Hampshire with her family. Relocating is lonely and Lucy seeks new friends; she finds a special one named Nate, a boy who makes her summer memorable. Lucy comes by her skills with a camera naturally—her dad, a famous photographer encourages his daughter to take photos that tell a story. Plenty evolve as Lucy adjusts to her new home, as do perplexing questions. Does Nate like Lucy, or does he prefer cute Megan, who lives in a cottage nearby? And what’s up with Nate’s grandmother? She’s obsessed with the endangered loons on the lake. That’s a worthy cause Lucy embraces, but sometimes the elderly woman acts vacant. These questions and more are answered in a simple book that addresses a complex issue. Half a Chance is a book that shoots straight for the heart.

Muny Announces Principal Casting for “Tarzan” The Muny announced principal casting for the second show of its amazing 96th season, Tarzan®, June 25 - July 2, directed by John Tartaglia, choreographed by Chris Bailey, with musical direction by Rick Bertone. Tarzan is sponsored by U. S. Bank. Nicholas Rodriguez will star in the title role, with Kate Rockwell co-starring as Jane. Joining them are Quentin Earl Darrington as Kerchack, Katie Thompson as Kala, Gregory Haney as Terk, Ken Page as Porter, Michael James Reed as Clayton, Spencer Jones as Young Tarzan, and Nathaniel Mahone as Young Terk. "Tarzan tells a beautiful tale of family, forgiveness and discovery, and this wonderful cast will bring extraordinary talent and heart to this stirring tale,” said Muny Executive Producer and Artistic Director Mike Isaacson. The Muny production features scenic design by Tim Mackabee, sound design by Jason Krueger, lighting design by Seth Jackson, video design by Matthew Young and costume design by Leon Dobkowski. The production stage manager is Monica Dickhens. Tarzan is based on the 1999 Disney film of the same name and the story by Edgar Rice Burroughs. It is a wonderful new musical about love, family and loyalty. When a young boy is shipwrecked

on the shore of Africa, he soon finds himself protected by a tribe of apes. When his tribe is confronted by humans, including the beautiful and adventurous explorer Jane, Tarzan is forced to consider where his heart really resides. Tarzan features music and lyrics by Grammy winner Phil Collins, and a book by David Henry Hwang. World Wide Technology is the 2014 Season Presenting Sponsor. To purchase Season Tickets by phone, call 314.361.1900, extension 550, or order online at www.muny.org. The Muny Box Office is now open from 9 am-5 pm, Monday through Friday. Season Ticket buyers will enjoy their reserved seats for Tarzan from June 25 - July 1, and for Grease on July 31–Aug. 6. Additional performances (July 2, Aug. 7 and 8) are non-subscribed and offer exceptional seating opportunities for groups. Groups of 20 or more people can enjoy a 20 percent discount. The group sales office is taking orders now. For more information or to make reservations, call 314.595.5708. Single tickets are available at The Muny Box Office in Forest Park, online or by phone. For more information, call 314.361.1900 or visit www.muny.org.

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Movie

“Maleficent”

By Steve Bryan - Rated: PG

When Walt Disney and his legendary Nine Old Men were creating top-notch, hand-drawn animation, villains were evil through and through. The Wicked Queen, for instance, would not rest until Snow White had eaten a poisoned apple, making the evil monarch the “fairest in the land.” TV’s Once Upon a Time shows the other side of legendary Disney villains, explaining that many were wronged earlier in life. In the series, the Wicked Queen does have a legitimate gripe against Snow White. Even the much maligned Rumpelstiltskin shows that he truly has a heart and can love someone else. That’s also the case with Maleficent, the gorgeous, live-action adaptation of Sleeping Beauty. Angelina Jolie is striking as Maleficent, a fairy who oversees and protects the inhabitants of the Moors. She is fair and good, flying over the Moors thanks to a beautiful set of wings. A young human named Stefan (Michael Higgins) wanders into her land one day and steals her heart. Stefan, unfortunately, is only out for himself, using his relationship with Maleficent to become the leader of a nearby kingdom. The betrayed fairy swears vengeance on Stefan, cursing his daughter Aurora (Elle Fanning) at her christening. Before the sun sets on her 16th birthday, the princess is destined to prick her finger and fall into an enchanted slumber. Aurora is so sweet and charming, however, that Maleficent comes to regret her decision. Lush and captivating, Maleficent puts a different spin on a classic fairy tale. It’s hard to imagine anyone other than Angelina Jolie playing this iconic role.

The actress gives the fairy a regal bearing, even when she’s threatening the life of the princess. This Maleficent makes people freeze in their tracks with just a withering glance. Sharlto Copley also is outstanding as the adult Stefan. Maleficent meets him when he’s young and hungry, but she underestimates his ambition and thirst for power. Stefan’s ultimate betrayal of the fairy rips her apart, body and soul. Yet, the relationship between Aurora and Maleficent drives this story. Earlier versions of the fairy tale showed Maleficent cursing the young princess simply because she felt slighted. In this adaptation, however, Maleficent has a right to be angry at Stefan and his offspring. Jolie and Elle Fanning enjoy a wonderful onscreen chemistry in the two lead roles. Their relationship makes Maleficent’s emotional journey easier to understand. Suffice it to say, this is not a story where a handsome prince—or even a thief— arrives to save the day.

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

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By Gary Baute Rascals Treat Father Day’s Fans with Win and Tie for First Place In a recent weekend series with the Traverse Beach Bums, the River City Rascals pulled out all their weapons and swept the three-game set. The O’Fallon team squeaked out a tight 9-8 win on Friday. Saturday’s game was a 6-2 win by the Rascals and the rubber game on Sunday duplicated the score and result. That win on Father’s Day ended the team’s day tied for first. Catcher Josh Ludy continues to lead the team and at the

top of the league with a .360 batting average (3rd in the league). His runs batted in are at 23 (2nd in the league) and he has pounded seven home runs (tied for 1st). STANDINGS: WIN LOSS GB LAST 10 (as of 6-15) RASCALS 17 9 … 6-4 Grizzlies 18 10 … 6-4 Boomers 15 12 2.5 7-3 Aviators 12 14 5.0 4-6 CornBelters 12 14 5.0 8-2 Slammers 12 15 5.5 6-4 ThunderBolts 11 15 6.0 3-7 RASCALS HOME SCHEDULE: (All games @ 7:05 pm/Sundays 5:05 pm) Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 20, 21, 22 vs. Grizzlies Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, June 24, 25 (11:05 am), 26 vs. Slammers For more up-to-date information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com * Just starting to heat up…like the weather Get Your Bob Costas Bobblehead this Friday at T.R. Hughes On the last day of spring, the River City Rascals will feature the gate give-away of bobleheads in the likeness of hometown National Broadcaster, Bob Costas. Get to the game early on Friday when the team takes on the cross-town Gateway Grizzlies who, at this writing, are tied with Rascals for 1st place. * The stadium will be packed

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high heat also helps to seal in flavor Lilly says, unlike gas grills charcoal can easily achieve temperatures of more than 800 degrees Fahrenheit to enhance the flavor profile of your steak. A Blazing Battle To watch a heated competition hosted by Chris Lilly, including a sizzling steak challenge, tune into “BBQ Pit Wars: The Kingsford Invitational,” airing on Destination America. See if you can handle the heat by trying contender Tuffy Stone’s winning steak recipe. For more recipes, tips and tricks visit www. grilling.com.

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June 18: The Villa at Riverwood Big Band Concert 7-9 pm,1 Pratt Place in Florissant. Free and open to the public, reservations required. For more information, or to make reservations, call Beth Fries at 314.839.5025.

June 20: Fish Fry 4-6pm, Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Road. Children under 6, free; single place $7.50, double place, $8.50. For more information, call 314.867.0800.

June 19: Wings For Seniors 9:45 am, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine Street in Florissant. Complimentary Breakfast at 9am. RSVP by

June 20: St. Anthony’s Family Movie Fridays 9 am, St. Anthony’s Medical Center, 10010 Kennerly Rd., auditorium on the first floor. Events

includes helmet safety booth, helmet fittings, and a free showing of The Lego Movie.Helmet fittings are free. Helmets will be available for purchase for $10. The event is free, but families need to register for their seats because space is limited. To register, call 314-ANTHONY (268-4669) or register online here. June 20-21: Summerfest 2014 Friday, 5-11pm, Saturday, 1-10pm, St. Martin de Porres, 615 Dunn Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information, call 314.895.1100. June 21: Community Garage Sale 8am-1pm, The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plazaq Drive. For more information, call 314.831.0988. June 21 & 28: Summer Fun Day 11am-12:30pm, Florissant Presbyterian Church, 660 Charbonier in Florissant. Free lunch for families with school age children, crafts, games, fun & fellowship. For more information, or to make reservations, call 314.837.8555. June 22: Northeast Deanery Corpus Christi Procession 1:30pm, Sacred Heart Church, 751 N. Jefferson in Florissant. Procession through Florissant to Old St. Ferdinand Shrine. Canned good collection for TEAM food pantry. Picnic with food and refreshments to follow at the Shrine. For more information, visit www.FederationofCatholicSchools.org/corpuschristi or call Cara at 314.537.3174.

St. in Florissant. Volunteers needed to knit, crochet, and quilt for various children’s organizations. For more information, or to register, call 314.838.3877. June 27: Fried Chicken Dinner 4-7pm, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois in Florissant. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information, call 314.831.6121 June 23-27: Senior Week 2014 10am-1pm, Florissant Presbyterian Church, 660 Charbonier Road in Florissant. Devotionals, guest Speakers, sing-a-longs, crafts, games and lunch. $4 per day, come one day or everyday. Registration required by June 22. For more information, call 314.837.8555. Recurring Events Mondays: Karaoke at DeLeo’s Cafe & Deli 2782 North Hwy 67, Florissant, 8 - 10:30pm, 314.839.3880. Mondays: Free Line Dancing 6:30pm, beginners welcome, RSVP 314.838.3877, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Mondays and Wednesdays: Seniors: Exercise with Melanie FREE. Classes are led by a licensed Physical Therapist. 1 pm. 3350 St. Catherine St. (near the Eagan Center) RSVP 314.838.3877

June 26: Fight like a Girl Women’s Self Defense Seminar 2pm, The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant. For more information and to RSVP, call 314.831.0988.

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.

June 27: Project Hands 2pm, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs: 3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Lou-

is, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1. Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400 Every Sundays: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com Church Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737 Health Look Good…Feel Better SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090. Every Monday, Health Tips With Mary Swip 11am,. The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant. Sales Director Mary Swip will have a guest speaker come talk about health and wellness tips All Bridge events are free, but require reservations. Please RSVP by calling 314.831.0988.

www.mycnews.com • Community News • June 18, 2014 Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314.738.2599. 2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@sbcglobal.net. Third Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association At Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, 10 – 11am, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr., St. Louis, 314.292.7504 Diabetes Basics: 314.344.7024 for info 314.344.7220 to enroll.

Crisis Nursery: Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.crisisnurserykids.org

Nutrition Education: SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314.344.6157

Smoking Cessation Classes: Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866.SSM.DOCS to register or for more information.

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SSM DePaul Wellness Center: Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177

Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 6:30 – 8pm, 314.839.3171, free and open to the public. Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road. Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Center for Senior Renewal: Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123. Christian Hospital Recovery Center: Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100. Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon–1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954.

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SSM St. Joseph Hospital Healthy Happenings Free Mammogram Screenings: SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636.947.5617 Speaker’s Bureau: SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636.949.7159 Ongoing Support Groups Wednesdays: TOPS #361 Florissant Meetings 10 –11am, Bethel United Church of Christ, 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd., 314.831.5808. Group support to lose weight. Everyone welcome. Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314.993.5421. SUDOKU answers from page 8

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pens to the indigents after they’re chased out. Do they end up living in cardboard boxes in dark alleys? Do they join the tent camps that St. Louis’s city fathers 1. the buying and renovation and mothers have been chasing to different locations of houses and stores in deteriorat- whenever the homeless clouded their rose-colored ed urban neighborhoods by upper- or contact lenses? Or do they migrate to suburbia and middle-income families or individuals, thus improv- go door to door begging, “Please let me stay with you ing property values but often displacing low-income because I got gentrified?” Perhaps the gentrified projects included putting families and small businesses. Alleged Origin: Circa 1975–80 by…um…by who knows. Digdough Devel- what’s left of the residents in temporary housing unopiggy? Just guessing here. til it’s finished and then welcoming them back at the Apparently someone coined a word to make urban same rates they paid before they left. Right? I’m also renewal seem something other than booting out in- confident the city also helped with tax dollars…no digents, tearing down their houses and building new wait! I forgot about Tax Increment Financing. Oh ones they can’t afford. I’m curious as to what hap- well. I’m sure developers are benevolent souls. They’ll probably donate some loot they didn’t pay in taxes to nearby soup kitchens so these folks won’t starve. After all, it’s tax deductible and it’s gentrifiable. That’s a DRIVEWAYS variation of the original not to be confused with certifiable, the term used by PATIOS political lackeys to describe those who POOL DECKS don’t support making wealthy developers $ wealthier at taxpayer expense. ROOM ADDITIONS Any Job Over $4,000 Of course, some poor neighborhoods or FOUNDATIONS have high crime rates. Some harsher $ Call Now to take advantage of folks might even say that gentrification 00 $7,0 Any Job Over STAMPED our “earLY bIrD” specials Must present ad. is a blessing; the ones who conveniently Not valid with other offers. /14 EXPOSED AGGREGATE 9/30 claim all poor people sell drugs, steal cars, Expires: rob stores and banks when they should be RETAINING WALLS working at high paying jobs instead of all that criminal stuff. So boot them out, ACID STAINS raze their homes and build new houses where middle income earners will rejoice and move right in. The poor folks disapCall for a Free estimate! peared. Poof! No worries. 636-795-2865 or 636-345-3554 Gone where, is still the question. Did Residential/Commercial • Licensed, Bonded & Insured they suddenly learn skills and find jobs Locally owned and operated since 1956!

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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. Clinical work by Walker, Stokes and others has demonstrated the efficacy of using brain retraining to reduce or eliminate recurring migraine headaches, among other brain-related issues.

Before a patient can begin neurofeedback, a thorough assessment is necessary to determine what brain frequencies are excessive or deficient and if there are processing issues. Results from the assessment (quantitative electroencephalogram or QEEG) are used to develop a personalized treatment plan for the individual. The neurofeedback process involves retraining the brain to respond more appropriately to stimuli. Sensors on the patient’s head record brainwave patterns and brain activity. To stimulate the brain, patients view images that respond to specific brain wave activity. When the patient consciously manipulates her brain waves, the image brightens, when she stops, the image dims. This visual representation gives the patient something to watch and gives reliable, understandable feedback as to what is happening in the brain. Neurofeedback offers a non-invasive and drugfree alternative to addressing migraine headaches. Results from successful courses of treatment include the reduction of pain and frequency of migraines and improved sleep. For many sufferers, migraines become a thing of the past. Unlike medication alternatives, done properly with a trained clinician, neurofeedback has no negative side effects. 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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