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Around Town Greater North County Duck Races scheduled for July 29 at Florissant’s Koch Park Aquatic Center. P.6

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Citizens talk with members of the St. Louis County Parks and Recreation about the new Master Plan for county parks.

St. Louis County Parks and Recreation look for public input in a new master plan to improve county parks

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By Sara Hardin St. Louis County Parks and Recreation has been getting the public involved in their latest Master Plan, a series of developments by the department that began last summer. The first phase of the plan was completed after county-owned parks were surveyed for their conditions and resources by project team members. Public feedback surveys were then given to identify the needs of community members and park goers. Public opinion has been a huge part of the Master Plan, so much so that the entire second phase of the project is dedicated to ensuring that the community’s recommendations are being heard through analysis of the survey results. “We had three meetings across the county to solicit generalized idea and information,” said Gerry Biedenstein, Project Manager and Planner for the Master Plan. “The set of five we did in May was to start to bring conclusions and more information. We’re in the process right now of analyzing all of the feedback we’ve heard from the public during this process. In the next month and a half or so, we plan on having the conclusions of that analysis and scheduling a meeting to talk about everything and confirm what our priorities will be. Then we’ll move on from there.” The county’s last Master Plan for its parks was completed over three decades ago, and the public has since developed new recommendations for how the parks can better

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Weather The North County Recreation Center is only one part of the St. Louis County Parks and Recreation new Master Plan for improving county parks.

serve its communities and its members. “In any master planning process it is beneficial to get as much public participation as possible,” explained Scott Emmelkamp, Master Plan Project Manager. “For the St. Louis County Parks Master Plan we have witnessed great enthusiasm from the public by those who regularly use the county parks and/or feel that their recreation needs are not currently being met. The St. Louis County Parks Master Plan will be a road

map that establishes direction for improvements not only to individual parks, but also to the park system. As a St. Louis County resident, I most look forward to seeing the improvements being made to the parks that we love.” The third and fourth phases of the project will be area plan formulation and final plan development, respectively. The project See ‘BETTER PARKS’ page 2

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COMMUNITY VOICES Survival of the fittest By Odie Smith The season of “survival of the fittest” is upon us in society. Can you survive during extreme adversity? With the impending threat of many cutbacks in socio-economic programs that once provided support to the disenfranchised and due to many companies downsizing or going out of business, it is important to ensure that we prepare ourselves to survive. If you have followed some of our previous articles, we have informed readers how to prepare themselves to be a viable candidate for the job or career that they desire. We have given information regarding the importance of a custom resume, proper interview etiquette and attire, integrity and possessing a healthy self-image. However, there are some additional guidelines to adhere to if we want to be “fit to survive.” We must understand that it is both important to obtain a job and to know how to maintain it. Here are a few practical but important tips that will assist with maintaining your current job. Do not try to outshine your coworkers. Do not at-

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tempt to excel by becoming a “show-off.” Employers notice employees that are team players whose ultimate focus is the progress of the business. Always do your best with your job. Do not be complacent, relaxed, or careless when performing your duties. Managers are typically inspired when an employee has successfully completed a difficult task on time. Develop your skills. To enhance your chances of staying on-board with your employer go the “extra mile” to increase your knowledge. Continue to learn and to improve your efficiency and understanding of your current job, this will allow you to prepare for your next employment goal. Keep your promises. If a coworker or manager requests assistance and you offer to lend a hand, make sure that you follow through on your promise thus showing that you are trustworthy. Do not complain about company policies and procedures. Business guidelines are in place to support the employees and the company.

It is important to know that we will face challenges in the workplace, some of which are unfavorable. However, if we learn how to act instead of react to negative issues, we will have a better chance of maintaining our employment and or employment status. The above tips are only a few of many that will equip you to maintain a job and be “fit to survive.” Odie Smith is the Executive Director and Founder of Nu Beginnings Employment Organizers, a 501(c)3 employment ministry. In 2011 Odie and his wife Daval established Nu Beginnings Employment Organizers, an organization working with individuals in Missouri, Illinois and other communities in the United States by offering employment assistance and professional career guidance. 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.

‘BETTER PARKS’ from cover team plans to hold additional meetings in September to hear more from the public and to present information about the plan’s progression. Exact dates for the meetings will be announced at a later date. In the meantime, the project is working towards its goal with community members in mind every step of the way.

“You really try to understand what the market wants, what are new and different ideas out there,” said Biedenstein. “We’ve never been afraid of trying new things, but we also want to do the right thing.” For more information about the Master Plan, visit www.stlcountyparksmasterplan.com.

Amazon signs lease for industrial warehouse buildings at Hazelwood Logistics Center Amazon has signed a lease for two warehouse buildings in the Hazelwood Logistics Center. These will be Amazon’s first locations for doing business in the state of Missouri. “I’m proud to welcome Amazon to our state. Their new sortation center and delivery station will create jobs for hardworking Missourians. They recognize that Missouri is open for business. We look forward to Amazon opening its doors in Missouri and to the many possibilities that come from this move,” Missouri Governor Eric Greitens said. The Missouri Partnership was instrumental in helping the city of Hazelwood land this Amazon deal. Building #3 loPhoto courtesy city of Hazelwood cated at 462 Hazelwood Logistics Center Drive is the first one In January 2017, Amazon reached an agreement with the state of Missouri to charge Missouri consumers for online purchases. This was seen as one of the steps Amazon needed to make in order to operate a facility in the St. Louis region. The company found two industrial warehouse leased by Amazon. This facil- buildings at Hazelwood Logistics Center that met their requirements for a sortation center and delivery station, and recently signed a lease ity has 348,480 square feet of for both of them. space. Amazon will occupy the entire building and use it as a sortation center. “The city of Hazelwood welcomes Amazon and believes its The second location is Building #4, 441 Hazelwood Logistics community is the best location for doing business in the state Drive, which has 243,241 square feet of space. Amazon plans of Missouri. We have a reputation for having a strong industo use 100,000 square feet of space for a delivery station. The trial base and a great business climate for companies to expand remaining space will be occupied by Bunzl, which is relocating and grow,” Hazelwood City Manager Matthew Zimmerman said. its corporate offices and a distribution center from Maryland “Amazon’s move to Hazelwood reflects the success of our city’s Heights to the Hazelwood site. economic development program in attracting businesses, both Amazon is hiring nine full-time employees to operate the sor- large and small, to our area.” tation center in Building 3. In addition, Amazon will have 25 The number of jobs created by Amazon will boost the projectfull-time employees working at the delivery station in Building ed overall employment figures generated by Hazelwood Logistics 4. The company plans to hire 350 part-time associates for both Center to be more than 1,200 by year’s end. locations as well.

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Florissant Rotary Club donates $500 to Florissant Police Explorer Post

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The Florissant Rotary Club recently donated $500 to the Florissant Police Explorer Post. Florissant Rotary has a history of raising money to assist worthy causes in the The Florissant Police Explorer Post provides hands-on law enforcement experiences for Florissant teenagers and young adults who are interested in a career in law enforcement. Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider and Florissant Police Chief Tim Lowery both are affiliated with the Florissant Rotary and are committed to the success of the Florissant Police Explorer Post. “Once again an organization in Florissant

Valley has benefited from the generosity of the Florissant Rotary Club and its members who are dedicated to our community,” said Schneider. “We appreciate the ongoing efforts of the Florissant Rotary, which has helped generate millions of dollars for organizations throughout North County for 57 years.” As a member of Rotary International, Florissant Rotary Club participates in worldwide efforts to relieve suffering, including the drilling of fresh water wells in underdeveloped countries and the near eradication of polio worldwide.

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Beyond Housing and its community partners are making the final preparations for this year’s Beyond the Backpack community back-to-school event. The community celebration is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 5 at Normandy High School at 6701 St. Charles Rock Road. Dr. Charles Pearson, Superintendent of Schools for the Normandy Schools Collaborative, borrows a term from a popular disc jockey when describing the annual affair. “It’s a party with a purpose! What an amazing way to start the school year,” Dr. Pearson said. “Hats off to Beyond Housing, the city officials and all of our supporters. This is the type of collaboration that will help us reach our goal of high academic achievement – operational excellence fueled by community engagement.” The atmosphere for Beyond the Backpack has had a party element to it. Organizers are planning for two bounce houses, Bubble Bus, free food and a DJ for live music. The purpose, however, is to provide families an opportunity to prepare students for the coming school year. Inside the high school will be free services including hearing screenings provided by Parents as Teachers, and immunizations courtesy of the Visiting Nurses Association. Affinia Healthcare will also provide dental exams, and Eye Care

Charity of Mid-America will provide vision exams and glasses on-site. Local barbers will provide free haircuts, and lunch will be provided for participants. Teachers and administrators from Normandy schools will also be on-hand to provide parent information, school uniforms, and other materials. This year, Normandy High School will host an open house to introduce the new principals and other teachers and staff to students and families. And of course, Beyond Housing will distribute more than 2,000 backpacks to any student residing in the Normandy Schools Collaborative footprint. The sidewalks surrounding the school’s courtyard will be lined up with more than 50 vendors including Midwest BankCentre, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, Parents as Teachers, and BJC Healthcare. “Our staff works so hard to make this year’s event a great one and I am so appreciative of their efforts to put together a first class event,” said Chris Krehmeyer, President & CEO of Beyond Housing. “Helping families prepare for the first day of school sets the tone for the rest of the year. With the support of our community and corporate partners, we hope we are able to help make that happen.”

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Extended forecast poses increased risk for poor air quality

With a string of extremely hot, humid and sunny days set to hover over the St. Louis region, the Clean Air Partnership is encouraging area residents to keep an eye on the daily air quality forecast, too, and do their part to help reduce emissions in the region. “Extended weather patterns featuring sun, extreme heat and high humidity are synonymous with the development of poor air quality conditions,” said Susannah Fuchs, director of clean air for the American Lung Association and the spokesperson for the Clean Air Partnership. “This is because sunlight and warm temperatures speed up the formation of ground-level ozone. Since we can’t control the weather factors that lead to ozone formation, it’s critical for all of us to take steps to reduce emissions when temperatures are in the ranges we’re seeing this week.” With transportation having the most profound impact on air quality, making the choice to drive less is an easy way to help reduce the emissions that lead to poor air quality. Using transit, carpooling and vanpooling, combining errands into a single trip, telecommuting and walking and biking more to get around town help take cars off area roads and the related emissions out of our air. Additional actions suggested by the Clean Air Partnership to help decrease emission levels in the coming days include: • Reducing time spent on the road by postponing or combining trips. • Planning routes to avoid idling in traffic tieups and construction zones.

• Brown-bagging lunch instead of making short trips to local restaurants or idling in drive-thrus. • Refraining from refueling vehicles during the heat of the day, waiting three seconds before removing the nozzle after filling up, and never topping off the tank. • Using gas-powered mowers only before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m. • Using pre-treated briquettes or chimney starter instead of lighter fluid to light barbeque grills. After a couple of orange day forecasts, Fuchs is also reminding area residents of the health implications of those poor air quality conditions. She cautions that those with lung disease, kids and seniors should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion when the ozone levels are in that range. “The good news is, the simple modifications we’re suggesting to people’s daily routine can go a long way towards getting our air quality back to healthy levels and ensuring that area residents can breathe easier as the current heat wave persists,” noted Fuchs. Throughout the summer, area residents are encouraged to visit the Clean Air Partnership’s website at www.cleanair-stlouis.com to access the daily air quality forecast. There, individuals can also sign up to receive the daily forecast in their email in-boxes via the Environmental Protection Agency’s EnviroFlash air quality alert system. Individuals can also get daily air quality updates on the organization’s Facebook page, or by following the Clean Air Partnership on Twitter @gatewaycleanair.

Weather from Nick’s Window

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Hot days and cool nights are often a common occurrence in the Midwest and no, this isn’t a Dairy Queen commercial. Before I jump into what radiational cooling is, let me first explain how our air heats and cools. The first rule of thumb is to remember that everything radiates heat. The ground is continuously emitting heat into space while it receives energy from the sun. During the day, the incoming solar energy will often exceed the outgoing energy and the temperature at the surface will rise. At night, however, incoming solar energy is absent, but the ground continues to radiate the heat away as temperatures during the night fall. This is known as radiational cooling. The amount of radiational cooling at night is determined by several other weather factors including cloud cover, winds, precipitation and humidity. We will experience the greatest radiational cooling during clear skies, light winds and dry weather. Clouds serve as a blanket to retain the heating – especially during the winter months when temperatures aren’t as warm. Temperatures will not drop as much under a cloudy sky as they do when the sky is clear. Winds confine the cooler air which prevents it from

getting warm. The moisture in the air keeps the heat on the ground and prevents it from radiating away. Remember, dry air cools faster than moist air. Rural areas will often cool off more than larger cities because the pavement and larger buildings will retain heat. We call the retention of heat in the cities as the “heat island effect.” We will often see temperatures in larger cities warmer than rural areas. Radiational cooling is an important process and one that is continuous process to warm and cool our Earth’s surface. Significant radiational cooling is common in the desert and less common in tropical areas. So, on a clear and dry night expect radiational cooling to occur. 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 up-to-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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The 15th Annual United States Judo Federation Kata Conference to be held in Florissant The city of Florissant Parks and Recreation Program includes a very popular Judo program for youth through adults. The Judo instructor is “Sensei” (“Japanese for teacher”) Eiko Saito Shepherd, 8th Dan, a native of Japan and an internationally recognized Judo master. This month Sensei Shepherd is bringing a very special event to Florissant. The 15th Annual United States Judo Federation Kata Conference will be conducted at the Florissant Civic Center from Monday, July 24, through Friday, July 28. Judo participants will be arriving from throughout North America. Sensei Toshihiro Utsugi, 8th Dan, and Sensei Naoki Murata, 8th Dan, instruc-

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tors from the Kodokan, the world headquarters of Judo, will be arriving from Tokyo, Japan. For five intense days participants will study Judo kata under the direction of these masters. Kata is the most important element of judo techniques. Participants will be practicing timing, proper skills, throwing and submission movements. Today there are world championships in Judo Kata. This training will help prepare our national kata players for international competitions. The public is invited to enjoy a Judo demonstration on Wednesday, July 26, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the main gym at the Florissant Civic Center. www.byerlyrv.com

Florissant renews contract with Meridian Waste Solutions for garbage and recycling services

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Meridian Waste Solutions, Inc. has successfully renewed its contract with the city of Florissant and will continue to provide garbage and recycling services to 17,500-plus homes through spring 2021. “We’ve enjoyed servicing the residents of Florissant for the last eight years with dependable environmental services the city leadership and citizens have come to count on every week,” said Chuck Barcom, area vice president for Meridian Waste. “Renewing our contract is a testament to our service and investment within the City, and we look forward to growing our partnership over the coming years.” Meridian will continue to provide service at no charge for the Valley of Flowers and Fall Festival events.

Services include once-a-week trash and once-aweek recycling. Yard waste collection is available for an additional fee, and customers can select if they want the service year-round or for three months at a time. Meridian will provide seasonal yard waste pick-ups at no charge to the residents on the second pick-up of the month during April, July, November and December. Bulk pick-up is available on the third pick-up day of the month when scheduled with Meridian in advance. Customers needing assistance are welcome to call the local Meridian Waste office at 314-2913131 or email CustomerService@MWSinc.com. The city of Florissant has additional helpful information on separating debris on their website.

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Greater North County Duck Races scheduled for July 29 at Florissant’s Koch Park Aquatic Center The city of Florissant once again will sponsor the Mayor’s Race at the Famous Annual Greater North County Duck Races, which are scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 29 at the Florissant Koch Park Aquatic Center’s Lazy River. Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider has issued a challenge to the mayors of Bellefontaine Neighbors, Black Jack, Dellwood, Ferguson and Hazelwood to have the courage to face him as he defends the highly coveted “Mayor’s Race Duck Trophy” which he won in 2016. “I was fortunate last year to win not only the Greater North County duck trophy but also the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce golf trophy, and proudly displayed both in the Florissant Mayor’s office,” said Schneider. “Having already lost the golf trophy to a lucky team from Ferguson in June, I will do everything I can

to keep the duck trophy in Florissant,” declared a determined Schneider. “Mayor Schneider will enter this race with both hands tied behind his back,” said Bellefontaine Neighbors Mayor Robert Doerr, “and must drop Ducky from his mouth.” Added James Knowles, Mayor of Ferguson, “I plan to win so that I can put my duck race trophy next to my Mayor’s Cup golf trophy that I won again this year.” Sponsorship opportunities for the duck tournament are available. For $5 apiece attendees may enter a duck in the competition and receive a duck key chain and free admission to the water park on the day of the event, Saturday, July 29. Entrants may call the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce office at 314-831-3500 to register their duck entries. The annual Duck Races will begin promptly at 10 a.m. with the legendary Mayors’ competition.

Photo courtesy city of Florissant Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider has issued a challenge to the mayors of Bellefontaine Neighbors, Black Jack, Dellwood, Ferguson and Hazelwood to have the courage to face him as he defends the highly coveted “Mayor’s Race Duck Trophy” which he won in 2016.

Learning to grow with ADHD

It’s hard to believe that the new school year will be here before we know it. And for some ADD/ ADHD kids and their parents, this time can often be associated with anxiety and stress. But setting up some reasonable goals now for the upcoming school year can set the tone for a successful academic year. Each family should set goals based on what is important to them. Meet as a family and discuss a structure from the time your child gets out of bed in the morning to the time they go to bed at night. Rewards and expectations can also be put in place along with these goals. *The key to setting up goals for school is that they are reasonable and can be easily obtainable. Suggestion of school year goals • Set up a morning routine and bed time routine during the week. Sleep is the time when our brains form longterm memories and it also helps with the overall mental and emotional well-being to help enhance their performance in school. • Set up a time to meet your child’s teacher prior to the start of school Find out about any major projects or other assignments that are coming up during the year. Learn about the teacher’s expectation for homework. Find out how you can communicate with the teacher throughout the year to keep track of completed and outstanding assignments. • Set up a study schedule at home that works for everyone’s schedule for completing assignments. Encourage a study routine and keep distractions

to a minimum and make sure you follow up on what they have been doing during that study time. Rewarding consistent and positive behavior Staying up a little late on the weekend could be a reward for going to bed on time during the week. Extra time to watch TV or play video games could be a reward for completing homework assignments. In addition to the rewards, make sure you provide praise and encouragement and acknowledge their strengths whenever possible. What to do after a bad day or a setback If your child has a bad day, try to re-teach the positive behaviors which will help increase the likelihood of success for the next time. Studies show that children with ADD and ADHD respond well to positive reinforcements and not criticism. Neurofeedback can help If your child continues to have set backs at school or you are concerned with ADHD, Neurofeedback may be the answer. Neurofeedback addresses the brain for improved mental performance and the ability to pay attention and remember information. In return, children confidently get better test results and it marks a clearer path for the future. For more information on Neurofeedback, call St. Louis Neurotherapy Institute at 1-855-STLADHD to find out about their free parent information nights. And discover why the Academy of Pediatrics recommends Neurofeedback to help retrain the brain in a non-invasive way without the use of medication.

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Regional Business Council supports NPower in St. Louis with $25,000 grant

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The St. Louis Regional Business Council (RBC) is supporting NPower St. Louis, which will provide certification and training in IT and professional skills training as well as job placement assistance to military veterans and young adults from underserved communities. The national nonprofit has demonstrated successful results in five major U.S. markets. Over the past five years, NPower has placed more than 1,000 graduates in well-paid careers. In today’s economy, over 50 percent of all jobs require some degree of technology and digital skill, and this is expected to grow to 77 percent by 2020 in the U.S. Of the nearly 6 million jobs expected to require tech skills in the future, labor statistics project a candidate pool of only 3.2 million. It is apparent that St. Louis needs to train more people for these jobs. “We, at the RBC, applaud Matt Horner, David Steward and Jim Kavanaugh of World Wide Technology, Inc. for steering this program to St. Louis, “said Kathy Osborn, president and CEO, St. Louis RBC. “We are delighted to provide $25,000 to support the inaugural St. Louis class.” NPower’s programs and curriculum are informed by industry leaders and St. Louis market trends. The organization has partnered with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office and Apprenticeship and the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment (SLATE). NPower St. Louis is a registered Apprenticeship Trainer for Information Technology Generalist Apprenticeships, the first designation in Missouri. St. Louis is one the first cities in the country to offer this apprenticeship; classes will take place on the campus of Harris-Stowe State University. “I am thrilled about the opportunities created as a result of businesses, educational institutions and government working together to strengthen our local workforce,” said Trina Clark James, regional director, NPower St. Louis. “Next month our first group of young adults will graduate and we look forward to seeing how their IT careers progress. Our collective success is made possible with support such as this from the Regional Business Council.”

Join us to celebrate a “preclipse” to the eclipse with our friends Bob Barkwill and Rod Cathcart as “Deputy Boots” and “Sheriff Britches,” on Aug. 18 and 19. Rod and Bob travel with their “Dreamcamper,” a 1923 Ford motorhome. Enjoy the music and listen to their humorous stories, such as Bob’s ascent of the Empire State building with his horse! You can continue to enjoy their unique musical presentation by buying one or more of their CDs. Mac Nation winds up a nation-wide tour in a Byerly RV. Dr. Mark Tierno, the new president of MacMurray College in Jacksonville, Illinois, completes his mission to visit alums during a two month coast-to-coast journey. MacMurray is a 170-yearold, liberal-arts-based college whose successful alums came from – and returned to – all parts of the United States. Mark traveled in a compact diesel powered Gemini motorhome supplied by Byerly and built by Thor industries.

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FFSD to host back-to-school fair and fun run The Ferguson-Florissant School District will host a back-to-school fair and fun run on Aug. 5 on the grounds of the district’s Administration Building at 1005 Waterford Dr. Registration for the Fun Run begins at 8 a.m. with a one mile run starting at 8:30 a.m. and a yoga/cool down session at 9 a.m. The fair will be held from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. During the fair, attendees will have the opportunity to receive vital information on curriculum, resources and programs, enjoy fun and educational activities for children and teens, play various games, enjoy main stage enter-

tainment and music and interact with district staff and administrators. Staff members from each of the district’s schools will be on hand to answer questions and provide information on their particular sites. A number of community partners and outside businesses will also be on hand, offering services beneficial to district students and families. The Back-to-School Fair is free and open to all Ferguson-Florissant School District residents. Classes in the district begin Aug. 9.

Hazelwood Central High junior earns perfect score on ACT

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Hazelwood Central High School junior Natalie Fleming recently did something few students in the nation can lay claim to, she received a perfect score on the ACT. Fleming earned a composite score of 36 on the ACT, which assesses students’ academic readiness for college. This was Fleming’s second attempt. Her previous score was a 35. “I was pretty surprised when I found out I scored a 36 on the ACT,” Fleming said. “Getting a 36 has always been a goal of mine so when I finally got the score, I was ecstatic.” According to data from 2016, Fleming’s score puts her in the 99.892 percentile, which marks how Fleming’s score compares to others across the country who have taken the ACT. This means she scored higher than a little over 99 percent all of test-takers. As far as what advice she would give other students who are taking the ACT, Fleming encouraged them to not doubt themselves and know that they can do better. “I participated in the ACT prep classes that

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were offered through the Hazelwood School District’s Parent U program, took the practice test several times and studied with friends outside of school,” Fleming said. Fleming is still undecided on her major and what university she wants to attend. The ACT consists of tests in English, mathematics, reading and science. Each test is scored on a scale of 1-36, and a student’s composite score is the average of the four test scores.

Children from Sacred Heart Kindergarten in their garden

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Children from Sacred Heart Kindergarten, Prekindergarten and Lucky Ducks (three year olds) rest after a visit to their garden during the summer to check on the growth of their plantings. They planted pumpkins in May and are hoping to harvest in time for Halloween. The

children have planted flowers, hostas and plants native to Missouri and are looking forward to planting radishes and lettuce when school begins. Men of the Parish built a garden house to store the children’s tool needed to maintain the garden.

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When it comes to planning brunch, there really are no rules. It’s the perfect opportunity to combine your favorite flavors and foods in one delicious meal. Warmer weather calls for putting a summer twist on brunch classics. Breakfast Tacos Al Pastor are a fresh, flavorful addition to a festive summer brunch, while this Brunch Bruschetta Bar is a gorgeous way to feed a crowd and highlight your favorite summertime ingredients. These recipes

are made and served with not-from-concentrate Florida’s Natural Brand Orange Juice, made entirely from oranges grown, picked and squeezed in Florida, with no water or sugar added. Both recipes are from the Florida’s Natural Brunch Club, a collection of brunch experts creating recipes to celebrate brunch throughout the year. Brighten up your brunch with more fresh takes on classic recipes at floridasnatural.com.

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Breakfast Tacos Al Pastor Recipe courtesy of Half Baked Harvest Prep time: 10 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4-6 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound ground chicken or pork 1/2 sweet onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon, plus pinch, kosher salt, divided 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped 1/2 cup not-from-concentrate orange juice 1/4 cup water 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks, divided 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped 1 lime, juice only 4-6 fried eggs 6-8 corn or flour tortillas, warmed sliced avocado feta or cheddar cheese

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Directions: In large skillet, heat olive oil over high heat. When oil shimmers, add ground chicken and onion. Cook, stirring often and breaking up meat as it cooks, until chicken is browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, chili powder, paprika, salt, chipotle peppers, orange juice, water and 1 cup pineapple. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until sauce has thickened slightly around chicken, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in cilantro. In bowl, combine remaining pineapple, basil, jalapeno, lime juice and pinch of salt. To serve: Divide fried eggs among tortillas and top with chicken. Add pineapple-basil salsa, avocado and cheese.

Brunch Bruschetta Bar Recipe courtesy of Half Baked Harvest | Prep time: 20 minutes | Servings: 8-12

Ingredients: 1 cup basil pesto 1 cup sun-dried tomato spread 2 cups cherry tomatoes, marinated cherry tomatoes or diced tomatoes 6-8 soft-boiled or poached eggs 6-8 scrambled eggs 12 slices grilled or toasted bread olive oil, to taste salt, to taste pepper, to taste 2-3 varieties of soft cheeses 2 cups fresh fruit 1 sliced avocado 2 cups sauteed veggies, such as spinach and mushrooms

6-8 pieces fried bacon 2-3 varieties of prosciutto, salami or smoked salmon 1 cup fruit jam 1 cup nut butter 1/2 cup honey 1 carton not-from-concentrate orange juice Directions: On large serving board, arrange sauces and spreads. Add poached eggs, scrambled eggs and bread. Drizzle poached eggs with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange cheese, fruits, veggies, meats, jams, nut butter and honey around eggs. Pour orange juice into juice glasses for sipping.

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Crossword Puzzle Theme: 1980s Movies

Yeggs

John Hanna

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

By Cindy Moore

Moore On Life

ACROSS 1. Discrimination against AARP members? 6. India’s smallest state 9. Bath powder 13. Espresso plus steamed milk 14. Center of activity 15. Pickled garnish 16. *”Hannah and Her Sisters” director 17. Distinctive period 18. Opposite of alpha 19. *”A Christmas Story” protagonist 21. *Ferris Bueller’s best friend 23. Confession subject 24. French Riviera city 25. Mischief-maker 28. King of India 30. Old master print maker 35. Getting warm 37. Knicks’ competitor 39. Finnish steam bath 40. Hipbones 41. Derive 43. Membranophone 44. Fixin’ to 46. Saudi Arabia’s neighbor 47. Acid gritty-textured fruit 48. Iroquois tribe 50. Chills and fever 52. Prefix for “new” 53. Place for a house plant 55. Registered nurses’ org. 57. *Sean Penn in “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” 61. *Oliver Stone’s Oscar winner 65. Fire in one’s soul 66. “____, humbug!” 68. Canine skin infection 69. Famous person 70. Freudian topic 71. Beyond suburb 72. Hightailed it 73. Computer network acronym 74. Destruction of cells, pl.

DOWN 1. Resembling wings 2. Apple variety 3. It shall, for short 4. 12 ____ of AA 5. Stonehenge stone 6. Clarified butter 7. “Days of ____ Lives” 8. Olden day calculators 9. What to do with a shrew? 10. Copycat 11. Kids’ building block 12. “Ocean Spray” ____-Apple juice 15. Celestial body with a tail, pl. 20. Absurd 22. Card with one pip 24. *Robert Redford’s “The ____” 25. *Montoya’s first name 26. Honeydew, e.g. 27. Founding Father Thomas 29. *Returned in 1983 31. Not gentlemen 32. Second-largest Great Lake 33. Accustom 34. *Main character in “First Blood” 36. #28 Across’ daughter 38. Heroin, slang 42. Artificial sweetener brand 45. Not absorb, nor repel 49. Have a cold, e.g. 51. Canine’s coat 54. Denigrating statement 56. Muscle control problem 57. Puch-shaped structures in animals or plants. 58. *Like “Dead Poets Society” school, e.g. 59. Opposite of busy 60. College girl 61. Sound unit 62. Cross to bear 63. Mythological hominid 64. Snouts or beaks 67. ____ Khan See answers on page 13

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Tipping point You see them everywhere; more prevalent than politicians during mid-terms and just as irritating. What are they? Tip cups; propped up next to random cash registers, taped to fast food drive-in windows and even inside toilet stalls. Believe me, it will happen! Question: Why tip for doing a job you were hired to do? Remember in the good ol’ days when tips meant: To Insure Prompt Service. Today it means: Total Idiot, Pay Something. Recently, I went to pick up my take-out pizza. I called, I ordered, I drove, I walked into the joint and stood at the register. Everything up to that point was all about me. The cashier rang up my order. As I prepared to swipe my VISA, she alerted me to the message on the card reader. “Whoa, little lady, not so fast. Read that important message on the reader first.” Oh…something new? What could it be; a valuable two-for-one coupon? Maybe I was the millionth customer and had just won extra toppings? Not so, I looked down to see the vital message flashing at me, “How much tip would you like to add: 10 percent, 15 percent, 20 percent?” I looked up at the cashier eyeing me greedily awaiting the push of the golden button to increase her fortune. Awkward. If I didn’t push something, she still had possession of my pizza and could possibly retaliate by touching my pepperonis or worse, toss on a few nasties to show her displeasure. If I did push a button, it would go against my long held motto, “Ummm, No!” I stuck hard and fast to my values and pushed

the decline button. Immediately the NO TIP alarm sounded. All employees from the prep area came forward like a scene from “The Walking Dead.” They hobbled forward covered in flour and red sauce and various meat and veggie toppings. They then came to life as they performed one of those song and dances they reserve for people with birthdays at annoying restaurants. In unison they kicked their legs high and belted out, “That lady is cheap; she is such a creep; beware of your pizza; you sow what you reap!” They then slunk back into the kitchen. The cashier pushed a filmy, crushed box towards me then bellowed, “Next customer!” I was shoved out the door unceremoniously. Inside my car I blew off the dust from the container and cracked it open to reveal an anchovy and toenail pizza. Well I’ve got a tip for them. Next time heat up the anchovies; they were a little cold! 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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Sports you see with Gary B... Women’s tackle football team take back-toback titles The St. Louis SLAM is the areas women’s tackle football team that plays in the Women’s Football Alliance. The SLAM played the Tampa Bay Inferno last year in the title game and routed them 38-7. The Inferno wanted revenge as they ripped through their league this year undefeated. “We know they’ve gotten better this year and we still have to go out and prove we’re the better team on the field,” said St. Louis Captain Taylor Hay. “This game will come down to whichever team makes the least mistakes.” With that said, the St. Louis squad knew that had to come out on the field and take charge and that is what they accomplished. After the first quarter the SLAM piled up a 21-0 lead and the second quarter saw the Inferno cut into the lead ending in 21-7. The second half was all in favor of the St. Louis SLAM as they coasted to a 42-15 victory and another title. For more details, www.STLSlamFootball.com * Back-to-back Hall of fame recipients from Lindenwood Lindenwood University has chosen five individuals and two teams for its 2017 induction class for the Lindenwood Sports Hall of Fame. The five individuals being inducted are Chris Chionuma (wrestling), Mike Emerick (volleyball), Aubrey Moss (softball), Kramer Soderberg (basketball) and Logen Wright (football). The 2005 men’s track and field team and the equestrian program are also being enshrined in the Hall of Fame. * Class UMSL picks up hardware The 2016-17 University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) men’s golf team has been named a recipient of the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) Team Academic Award by the organization. A total of 187 teams from NCAA Divisions I, II and III, along with the NAIA and the NJCAA earned the recognition for a submitted GPA of 3.00 or higher. As a team, the Tritons posted a cumulative GPA

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– SUDOKU – of 3.446. * Brains along with athletics River City continues to sweep teams The River City Rascals play professional baseball in the West Division of the Frontier League with home games at Car Shield Field in O’Fallon. The team won the first three games after the AllStar break sweeping the Southern Illinois Miners in Marion, Illinois. This past weekend they took three straight games from the Traverse City Beach Bums 13-0, 7-5 and 12-1. The offensive showcase marked the fourth straight game that the Rascals tallied double digit hits and they received multiple hits by five different individuals. In the final game of the series, both Josh Ludy and Jimmy Kerrigan clobbered four hits each hitting a home run. Hector Hernandez took the win throwing 6.2 innings allowing one run and striking out seven. NEXT HOME GAMES • Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday Aug., 1/2(5:05 p.m.)/3 against the Florence Freedom • Friday/Saturday/Sunday, Aug. 4/5/6 against the Evansville Otters All games at 6:35 p.m., 4:05 p.m. on Sundays Go to www.RiverCityRascals.com for more information. * Hitting machine

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Gary B. 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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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS July 26: 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.

July 27: Summer social

A summer social will take place at 6:30 p.m. and be hosted By DeSmet Retirement Community at 1425 N. New Florissant Rd. in Florissant. There will be live music, raffle and free refreshments. RSVP at 314-8383811.

July 28: 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 31: Community workshop

The Hazelwood School District and American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri (ACLU) partner to host a community workshop, the First Amendment Meets the School House Door at the Hazelwood Administration Building at 15955 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant The event will take place at 6 p.m. This informative panel discussion will feature: Gregory P. Magarian, Washington University School of Law Professor; Eric J. Miller, Washington University School of Law Professor; Jeffrey Mittman, ACLU of Missouri Executive Director, and Dr. Nettie Collins-Hart, Hazelwood School District superintendent. The panel discussion will be moderated by Reece Ellis, Hazelwood East High School 2017 alumnus. This event is free and open to the public.

July 31: Coffee with a Cop

Florissant residents are invited to Starbuck’s at 1261 Graham Road for “Coffee with a Cop” from 9 to 10:30 a.m. to meet with Florissant police officers. Enjoy a complimentary cup

Aug. 12: Breakfast

of coffee at an informal morning gettogether with some of Florissant’s finest public servants. For more information, contact Officer Steve Michael at 314-830-6042 or smichael@florissantmo.com.

Breakfast at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 to 10 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Aug. 2: Karaoke

Aug. 12: Flea market

Aug. 4: Steak dinner

Aug. 16: 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. 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.

Flea market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121. 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.

Aug. 9: Karaoke

Aug. 18: Pork steak

Aug. 11: Country fried steak or meatloaf

Aug. 23: 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.

Country fried steak or meatloaf 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.

Aug. 11-12: Doggie pool party

The city of Florissant will be having a Doggie Pool Party at the Koch Park Family Aquatic Center Aug. 11 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. and Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Dogs must be up to date on their vaccinations and recently bathed. All dogs must wear an ID tag and be on a leash unless swimming. All current vaccination records, including DHLPP or DHLP and rabies shots are required to swim. These must be written records. Tags are not proof. All humans must sign a waiver. Owners must clean up after their dog. Cost is $10 for dog and owner and $3 for each additional guest.

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. 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.

Aug. 25: 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.

Aug 30: 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.

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.

Sept. 16: Prostate cancer awareness walk

The End of Prostate Cancer joins forces with St. Louis Urological Surgeons and Arch Cancer Care to host the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk this September. The goal is to create Generation ZERO – the first generation of men free of prostate cancer. Participants will run and walk together on Sept.r 16 to fight a disease that takes the life of an American man every 20 minutes. Run/walk participants will receive tech shirts, refreshments, and the opportunity to connect with others who are impacted by prostate cancer. Funds raised for this year’s run/walk event will go toward national efforts to provide research for new treatments, to enhance patient support resources, and to educate men and families about prostate cancer. The race will take place at Creve Coeur Park - Sailboat Cove. For more information, visit www.zeroprostatecancerrun.org/ stlouis.

Sept. 19: Introduction to square dancing

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Free modern western square dance introduction classes sponsored by West County Spinners Square Dance Club begins Sept. 12 and 19 from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church

in the gym at 14088 Clayton Rd. in Chesterfield just East of Hwy 141. The square dance program continues subsequent Tuesdays at $60 per person for twelve weeks or $6 a lesson. Children ages 8-18 are free when accompanied by a paying adult. Wear casual clothes and be prepared to have fun square dancing. Register or just show up. For information, contact Jim and Crystal at 314-753-6674 or www.westcountyspinners.com. Couples and singles of all ages are welcome, no experience is necessary.

Mondays: A cappella singers

Sept. 30: Charity golf tournament

Tuesdays: Alcoholics Anonymous

The Hazelwood School District Foundation will host its Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Old Florissant Golf Course at 50 Country Club Lane in Florissant. This event will take place with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The cost of the tournament is $100 per golfer. This cost includes entry into all events, 18-holes of golf, cart, breakfast, snacks, lunch and a chance to win several prizes. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the following programs: Hazelwood Bright Futures, HSD Food 4 Thought, and Care to Learn-Hazelwood, which share the same mission – to help provide basic necessities for students in areas of health, hunger and hygiene. To register your team or for sponsorship information, contact Alecia White at 314-9535016 or by email at info@hazelwoodschools.org.

Oct. 7: Arts and crafts festival

St. Ann Catholic Church at 7530 Natural Bridge Rd. in Normandy is hosting an arts and crafts festival from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The proceeds from the festival support the efforts of the St. Vincent DePaul conference in helping neighbors in need. At the festival there will be presentations on praying with art and insights into the artwork of the St. John’s Bible. Artists are invited to sell their artwork and sacred art at the festival. Table rental for artwork displays is $30 per table. Table rental payments are collected at the church office. For more information call 314-385-5090.

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 314615-4516. 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.

All men who like to sing are invited to come sing with us, The Men of Harmony. We practice every Monday night at 7 p.m. at 5500 Parker Road which is the first house on Uthe Lane. We sing four-part harmony a capella (without accompaniment ). We sing some traditional songs, as well as show tunes and more contemporary music. We do perform for the public at various functions. Persons interested can come right on in or for more information call Al at 314-993-6134. 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 314-7314854.

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.

Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

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.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • July 26, 2017 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: Blood pressure checks

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.

Thursdays: meeting

Women’s

chorus

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

tween 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

Sundays: meeting

Jennings

Do-Dads

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.

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

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

HEALTH

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo

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

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 Christcentered, 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.

Sundays: Meat shoot

Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 444 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Road be-

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 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.

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

Center for Senior Renewal:

Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123.

Nutrition Education:

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

Christian Center:

Hospital

Recovery

Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100.

Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 Nicotine Anonymous

Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine. Voluntary contributions are accepted. For further info call 314-

What’s Happening

822-2066 or visit WWW.NicotineAnonymous.org.

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.

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.

Smoking Cessation Classes:

Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866. SSM.DOCS to register or for more information. SUDOKU answers from page 11

SSM DePaul Wellness Center:

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177

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 Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314.993.5421.

First and Third Tuesdays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

12:30 - 2pm, 320 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.968.3477.

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Beat the summer heat with some hot films

M O V I E By Steve Bryan

For moviegoers, there were some summers where the cinematic stars aligned perfectly. The hotter months of 1984, for instance, featured “Ghostbusters,” “The Karate Kid,” “Gremlins” and the wild ride that was “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.” Five years later, the 1989 summer movie season saw Michael Keaton starring in “Batman,” Mel Gibson and Danny Glover returning for “Lethal Weapon 2” and Sean Connery keeping Harrison Ford in line during “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.” The summer of 2017 also has reasons to head to the local multiplex. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” did not disappoint, with Kurt Russell joining Chris Pratt and Zoe Saldana in another irreverent outer space journey. Bradley Cooper had some awesome moments as the voice of Rocket Raccoon while Vin Diesel made sure that everyone knew that he was Groot. With action, classic music and great one-liners, “GOTG Vol. 2” definitely was worth a second viewing. Marvel Studios was not content with just one summertime entry, however. “Spider-Man: Homecoming” arrived in July, the product of a cooperative deal between Sony and the Walt Disney Company, which owns Marvel Studios. Sony held the character rights for years, but this franchise reboot brings SpiderMan into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Tom

Holland’s winning performance as the title character also contains the right blend of youth and enthusiasm. As good as “GOTG Vol. 2” and Spidey are, no other hero or heroine can stop “Wonder Woman.” MSN is reporting that the big screen adaptation will become this summer’s highest grossing film very soon. That’s not surprising given Gal Gadot’s performance and the screenplay’s faithfulness to her comic-books roots. Gadot’s Wonder Woman is fierce, loyal and won’t shrink from anyone, making this a character many fans are emulating. The success of “Wonder Woman” also sets the stage for Zack Snyder’s take on “Justice League” in November. Earlier DC Universe movies (“Man of Steel,” “Suicide Squad”) didn’t generate quite the excitement of a Marvel Studios production, but Gal Gadot will make the competition take note as she takes her place in the Justice League. Christopher Nolan’s name has become synonymous with epic films, and “Dunkirk” is no exception to the rule. Responsible for “Interstellar” and “Inception,” the writer/director looks at one of the biggest wartime evacuations in “Dunkirk.” The title refers to the Battle of Dunkirk, which took place in France in 1940. As Nolan’s film shows, approximately 400,000

Allied soldiers were stranded in Dunkirk and needed to find a way home. With critical acclaim and respectable box office returns, “War for the Planet of the Apes” is another reason to buy a movie ticket. The reboot of this classic franchise offered a new take on the characters, especially Andy Serkis’ interpretation of Caesar, leader of the apes. Woody Harrelson also is on hand as the Colonel, an aggressive military leader bent on destroying Caesar and the other simians. Some smaller films, such as the engaging “Baby Driver” and “The Big Sick,” also are placing movie fans in theater auditoriums this summer. When the mercury rises, all these movies offer a cool way to beat the heat. “Spider-Man: Homecoming" photo courtesy Marvel Studios 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.