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Submitted photo In addition to growing produce, EarthDance Farms also provides farming education. “Because we’re a farm school, we teach people of all ages where their food comes from and how to grow it themselves,” said Katie Adams, Youth Educator for EarthDance Farms.

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By Sara Hardin A Saturday morning tradition takes place May through October in Ferguson’s Victorian Plaza, where early weekend risers can enjoy music, homemade foods and crafts and the company of their neighbors. Among the loyal vendors is EarthDance Farms, the beloved local farm that has offered its produce to market goers since its inception in 2008. Thousands of pounds of fruits and veggies are carefully tended to by hundreds of farmers and volunteers each season on the farm’s land, and are then harvested and distributed to shoppers, schools and restaurants in the surrounding communities. “At the [Ferguson Farmers’ Market], we share our produce that has been grown throughout the season,” said Katie Adams, Youth Educator for EarthDance Farms. “Here at EarthDance it’s not just one or two people growing all of our organic produce. It’s actually close to 1,000 hands from across Ferguson and around St. Louis who help bring that produce to market. We grow 153 varieties. On any given Saturday at the farmers’ market you can find ground cherries, kohlrabi, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants - basically anything you can think of, we’re growing it here on the farm. Our farm is 14 total acres and we actively grow on about five

of those. Last year, we grew over 50,000 pounds of food.” EarthDance has cultivated a reputation of being incredibly communityoriented and sensitive to the needs of its people. Their partnership with Fair Food Network allows them to offer a Double Up Food Bucks booth at the Ferguson Farmers’ Market every week. Those who use Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) can use tokens from the booth to double the amount of money that’s available for them to spend on fruits and vegetables being sold by any Ferguson Farmers’ Market vendor. EarthDance has also been providing its produce to the Ferguson-Florissant School District and to various St. Louis chefs and restaurants. Its community food assessment, funded by the USDA Community Food Projects grant and launched earlier this summer, will assist EarthDance in recommending changes in produce availability to Ferguson residents. “Our aim is to make Ferguson a better place to eat,” said Adams. “We’re asking Ferguson residents what’s working with their food system and what’s not working, and then how we can better address it as a community and EarthDance as an organization. We are distributing

surveys that we’re encouraging Ferguson residents to take to let us know what they want in terms of food access in their own town. We are also doing grocery store audits and seeing what is actually available now on the ground. It’s still being conducted, and we will be compiling the results in the fall and winter and then releasing recommendations once we have that data tracked.” See FRESH page 2

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FRESH from cover Changes that could result from the assessment’s outcome vary, but the increased accessibility of fresh produce to Ferguson residents remains the ultimate goal. “Maybe the result will be something like a nonprofit grocery store, where we sell EarthDance produce as well as other fresh, organic local food. Maybe we can provide more produce to schools in the area, or provide more greens at convenience stores or a gas stations. Or maybe there will be changes in planning or zoning ordinances to help people grow food in their own backyard,” explained Adams. Next up for EarthDance is its annual Farmers Formal on Oct. 14 at Union Station. The fundraiser - or, “farmraiser” helps to raise money for the community, provide produce for families and to sustain the farm’s goal to educate people and continue its various programs. In the meantime, volunteers and those eager to learn about growing food are always welcome on the EarthDance campus.

Volunteers work on the crops at EarthDance Farms earlier this year.

“Those interested in volunteering can go to our website or send an email to volunteer@earthdancefarms.org,” said Adams. “We’re always looking for people to help out in the field or to help in our farming education. Because we’re a farm school, we teach

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people of all ages where their food comes from and how to grow it themselves.” To learn more about EarthDance’s various programs, take the Ferguson community food assessment, or buy a ticket for the Farmers Formal, visit earthdancefarms.org.

COMMUNITY VOICES Hot Weather Rule protects Missouri’s most vulnerable residents By Maida J. Coleman With the St. Louis region facing record breaking days of consecutive triple digit temperatures and heat indices, it is important for consumers to be informed of Missouri’s Hot Weather Rule. The Hot Weather Rule prohibits utilities from disconnecting residential customers from their electric or gas service due to nonpayment of a utility bill when the National Weather Service’s forecast exceeds 95 degrees or a heat index above 105 degrees between the hours of 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. This prohibition applies to electric or natural gas service that is the residential consumer’s main source of cooling or only means of operating cooling equipment. Missouri’s Hot Weather Rule is effective from June 1 to Sept. 30. The rule applies to all residential consumers including apartment building tenants. According to the National Weather

Service, excessive heat is a major weather hazard during the summer months in the United States. Injury and death from heat can be prevented by staying cool, hydrated and informed. The CDC’s Extreme Heat webpage (http://www.cdc.gov/extremeheat/) includes valuable information consumers can use to stay cool and hydrated during summer months. Increasing awareness about the Hot Weather Rule is a key but simple way to keep Missourians informed about some of their rights as consumers. Please contact the Missouri Public Service Commission’s Consumer Services Unit at 1-800-392-4211 for additional regarding the Hot Weather Rule. Commissioner Maida Coleman was appointed to the Missouri Public Service Commission by Governor Jay Nixon, effective Aug.10, 2015. She was unanimously con-

firmed by the Missouri State Senate on Jan. 21. Prior to her appointment, Commissioner Coleman was the Director of the Office of Community Engagement. From 2001 until 2009, Commissioner Coleman served first as a State Representative and then as State Senator from St. Louis, becoming the first African-American woman in state history to serve as Senate Minority Leader. Coleman has a B.A. in Journalism from Lincoln University in Jefferson City and was awarded a Doctor of Humane Letters Degree from HarrisStowe State University in St. Louis in 2008. A native of Sikeston, Missouri, Coleman lives in St. Louis. The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Hazelwood brings community together hosting fun-filled Harvestfest event The city of Hazelwood brings the community together each year for a big event called Harvestfest. It’s a great way to spend quality time with the family, meet the neighbors, and make new friends. This year’s event is scheduled for Sept. 10 at Howdershell Park from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Harvestfest is an all-day event that features fun activities for the young and old alike. Many of the traditional favorites are being brought back this year, as well as a few new ones to add variety to the day’s activities Enjoyable activities for the children include two new mechanical rides, one is the Swing Ride and the other Tubs of Fun ride. There will also be peddle-driven John Deere tractors for the kids to ride on. In addition, inflatable bounce houses with slides will be set up for small children and toddlers. The parks and recreation staff will have their bubble soccer balls on site for people to try out as well. Activities geared for the adults include horse-

shoe tournaments, bingo sessions, and an Iron Man Obstacle Course. They can also relive their childhood memories by going down the Heavy Haulin’ Giant Slide. Other featured activities are the Miss Hazelwood Coronation Ceremony, used book sale, and the information/food booths scattered throughout the park. Dr. Zhivegas, which recently celebrated 20 years as St. Louis’ top cover band at The Pageant, will be rocking the park with its lively uptown funk music from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Dr. Zhivegas considers itself a “hard dance band,” focusing on more modern music from the likes of Katy Perry, Bruno Mars, Pitbull, Maroon 5 and Flo Rida, mashing them up with ‘80s classics from bands like Queen and David Bowie. The band performs about 250 shows a year with the following members: Frankie Muriel (lead vocals); Paul Chickey (drums), Cubby Smith (bass); JP Pennington (guitar); and Taynka (backing vocals).

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Hazelwood residents urged to host block parties for ‘Celebrate Safe Communities’

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Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood Hazelwood residents know how to put on a fun block party for the city’s annual Celebrate Safe Communities event which is scheduled for Sept. 22. In addition to the delicious food and time spent getting to know the neighbors, Hazelwood police officers and crews of firefighter/paramedics stop by for a visit and discuss ways on how to reduce crime and respond to emergency situations.

The Hazelwood Police Department (HPD) is urging local citizens to come together and create a community where everyone works together for public safety. For the eighth consecutive year, the HPD is partnering with the Neighborhood Watch Commission, Hazelwood Fire Department (HFD) and the Fire Protection Districts of Florissant Valley and Robertson to host Celebrate Safe Communities on Sept. 22 at neighborhood block parties throughout the city. Residents interested in organizing a block party should submit their R.S.V.P. to HPD’s administrative secretary, Karen Cira, by Sept. 16. She can be reached at 314-513-5201. These gatherings are great opportunities for neighbors to share the burden of preparing the food, get more acquainted with each other and meet the police officers who patrol their area. Local law enforcement officers and firefighter/paramedics make their rounds at each party and start conversations on how to reduce crime, keep everyone safe, and respond to emergency situations. Celebrate Safe Communities is sponsored nationally by the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC). In 2008, NCPC partnered with the Bureau of Justice Assistance at the U.S. Department of Justice and the National Sheriffs’

Association (NSA) to create this public safety observance as a way to promote crime prevention in local communities across the country. According to Hazelwood Police Chief Gregg Hall, Celebrate Safe Communities is crime prevention done the right way – local people working with local law enforcement to address local issues. “Neighborhood policing is a top priority in our department. We rely on the cooperation we get from residents who tell us about suspicious activities going on in their neighborhoods,” Hall said. “Having residents meet with our police officers at these block parties is a good way of fostering this bond of trust and cooperation needed to keep our streets safe.” Many residents prefer observing this event in September rather than hosting a National Night Out in August for the following reasons: 1) the weather is cooler in September, making it ideal for outdoor activities; 2) families are too busy getting their kids ready to go back to school in August; 3) by September, families have settled into a normal routine and they’re more receptive to crime prevention messages; and 4) it’s often used as a precursor to Crime Prevention Month and National Fire Prevention Month, both scheduled for October.

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Young local voices praise St. Louis with soaring song In partnership with Saint Louis Public Schools, the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation has released “St. Louis (My Hometown),” a new music video featuring local students singing the praises of their community. Performed by the Central Visual and Performing Arts Choir and Woerner Elementary School Choir, and produced by Carl Nelson (award-winning music director and teacher at Woerner), the music video officially debuted on Aug. 13 at the annual Back to School Community Empowerment Festival at Chaifetz Arena on the campus of Saint Louis University. Nelson said he originally wrote “St. Louis (My Hometown)” in 2014 for Woerner’s music program to celebrate St. Louis’ 250th birthday. “This uplifting music video really captures the essence of St. Louis and the great community we live in,” said Kim Tucci, Chairman of the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation. “The composition is beautifully arranged and these talented young singers are just terrific. Their voices are moving and inspiring and will make you feel good about the next generation of St. Louisans, and our bright future as a community.”

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“I wanted a fun song that would teach my students more about the city’s history and inspire in them a sense of civic pride,” said Nelson, who is entering his 11th year as the school’s music teacher. “With the release to a much larger audience, my hope is the song will have a similar impact on people. I hope they will want to listen to ‘St. Louis (My Hometown)’ over and over again. The kids did a great job with the piece.” Lively and upbeat, the three-minute music video created and edited by George Wise of WISEmedia, utilizes “St. Louis, St. Louis” as the musical thread for lyrics such as “St. Louis, St. Louis, like the mighty Mississippi you’re rolling along,” and “St. Louis, St. Louis, every day I love to say you’re my hometown.” Interspersed with shots of the kids singing are powerful scenes and images of St. Louis including the city skyline, Mississippi River, Gateway Arch, the St. Louis Cardinals and other cultural attractions and venues. “St. Louis (My Hometown)” is available for viewing at the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation’s web site (www.stlouiscivicpride.org).

Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder presents award to Pattonville tutor

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Missouri Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder presented a Veterans Service Award to Dale “Woody” Woodard on July 29 during a ceremony at the Pattonville Learning Center. Woodard is a Navy veteran who has tutored at Drummond Elementary School for 10 years through the OASIS Tutoring program. He is one of 34 Missouri veterans from around the state to receive the 2016 award, which is given to veterans who provide exemplary volunteer service to their communities. Woodard was nominated for the award by Elizabeth Pawloski, RSVP coordinator for the OASIS Institute of St. Louis. Woodard, who served in the U.S. Navy from 1954 to 1975, has volunteered since 2006, tutoring and mentoring Pattonville students as an OASIS intergenerational tutor. Over the past 10 years, he has provided more than 750 hours of tutoring to children in kindergarten through fifth grade, building reading skills and self-confidence. In her nomination, Pawloski cited the praise of Kelly Gordon, Pattonville’s OASIS coordinator, who said Woodard is “an incredible asset to the community.” “In addition to his dedication to working with students through OASIS, he is an advocate for his fellow tutors,” Gordon said. “He happily attends monthly meetings and is always excited to share his successful ideas. He believes that helping oth-

er tutors be successful leads to our students being successful.” Kinder said Woodard has “the oversized heart of a true servant,” whose impact on his community is widespread. “Woody Woodard has touched many lives and helped affect the future for the good,” he said. “What a fantastic example of a caring and dedicated volunteer.” At the July 29 ceremony, Kinder presented Woodard with a Veterans Service Award lapel pin, an official declaration from the lieutenant governor’s office and a resolution from Missouri Sen. Jill Schupp. The ceremony was attended by several of Woodard’s family and friends, members of the Pattonville Board of Education, Drummond Elementary administrators, Pattonville Superintendent Dr. Mike Fulton and officials from the St. Louis and national offices of the OASIS Institute. Kinder instituted the Veterans Service Award in 2012 as a way to recognize Missouri’s hometown heroes and shine the spotlight on their selfless service. “This award is just one small way our state can say, ‘thank you’ to our veterans and honor the sacrifices they continue to make for their communities and the state,” he said.

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Florissant to request release of Community Development Block Grant Funds The city of Florissant will request the releases of 2016 CDBG funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Sept. 2 following a two-week period in which the public will have the opportunity to comment on the slated use of the funds. The Florissant 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan identifies community needs and has been proposed for the following projects: • Home improvement loans to eligible, low to moderate income households throughout Florissant. • Home improvement – mechanical grants for the repair/replacement of HVAC and/or water heaters to eligible, low to moderate income households throughout Florissant. • COPS program assistance with wheelchair ramps and materials and supplies for homes being rehabbed by volunteers for low to moderate income eligible or disabled residents. • Mortgage, rental, and utility assistance - the city will issue an RFQ to local service providers to start a mortgage, rental, and utility assistance program to serve low- to moderate-income households facing emergency or severe temporary economic hardship. • Public service agency assistance to reimburse eligible public service agencies throughout Florissant • Program administration – providing for the salary, benefits and training of the CDBG program administrators. Written comments on these determinations may be directed to the Community Development Office at the Florissant Government Building, 1055 rue St. Francois, MO 63031, or to Dee Ann Ducote, U.S. Housing and Urban Development, Community Planning and Development Division, 1222 Spruce Street, Room 3.207, St. Louis, MO 63103-2836. The 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan is available at the Florissant Government Building, on the city’s web site, www.florissantmo. com or by contacting Carol O’Mara at the Community Development Office at 314-839-7680 or comara@florissantmo.com.

AARP to hold several events throughout the St. Louis region Free presentations from “Speak Out!”: “Speak Out!”, the AARP in St. Louis volunteer speakers bureau, is a free service to community and social groups, churches, and businesses. Trained volunteers deliver information about various topics of importance and share reference materials for future use by audiences. For topic listing and to request a speaker, go to aarp.cvent. com/speakersrequestform. Please request a “Speak Out!” presentation four weeks in advance. Boomer bikers to ride on Saturdays: Join guided bike rides with AARP in St. Louis led by experienced cyclists from Team Rev and WC2 starting at 9 a.m. Oct. 1 at Columbia Bottoms Conservation Area in Spanish Lake, Missouri and Oct. 15 at Schoolhouse Trail in Collinsville, Illinois. Details and required registration information can be found online at aarp.org/stlouis. Cars have changed: And so have traffic rules, driving conditions, and the roads we drive on. The AARP Smart Driver Course can help get you up to speed. Classroom courses are offered at various locations in the St. Louis region. Tune up your driving skills by visiting AARP in St. Louis online to find a course nearest you at aarp.org/stlouis. CAREversations for you and your family: CAREversations is a free and fun 90-minute event designed especially for family caregivers. Participants will connect with other family caregivers in small groups in an engaging, interactive conversation about family caregiving. A group facilitator will help guide conversations around such topics as how to build a support network, tips to care for yourself and where to find local resources. Complimentary food and drinks will also be provided. Go to aarp. org/stlouis for the date and time of all scheduled CAREversations. Learn about and join the digital age: Technology is now a pervasive part of life for older Americans. Whether staying in touch with family via social media, using technology to expand a business, or playing games on a tablet, people 50-plus are adopting new devices and services and enjoying the benefits of the digital age. AARP TEK Community Workshops are free and deliver hands-on educational sessions using tablets. Join the digital age and learn more at aarp.org/stlouis.

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Florissant seeks organization to administer funds and services A Request for Qualifications is being issued by the Florissant, Missouri Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) office to organizations qualified to administer the city’s $10,000 Mortgage, Rent, and Utility Assistance Program. The money is expected to supplement current programs to assist low-to-moderate income Florissant residents. Interested organizations are invited to submit a statement of their qualifications to carry out the

program. For “Qualifications for Funding” forms and guidelines, call Florissant’s CDBG Administrator Carol O’Mara at 314-839-7680, or e-mail her at comara@florissantmo.com. Requests for Qualification can also be found on www.florissantmo.com “Qualifications for Funding” must be completed and returned to the office no later than 5 p.m. Sept. 12.

Hazelwood School District offers basic skills courses to adults Hazelwood School District is dedicated to fostering lifelong learners, productive citizens and responsible leaders for an ever-evolving society. In partnership with Parkway School District, this fall they are offering free adult education courses. Adults interested in improving math, reading and writing skills are encouraged to sign up for classes. Prepare for the High School Equivalency (HSE) Tests, upgrade workplace skills, and pre-

pare for post-secondary education. Start at your own level, work at your own pace. HSE classes are offered morning, afternoon, and evening at several locations throughout St. Louis County. Before beginning any class, you must attend orientation. For a list of locations, visit hazelwoodschools.org, or call the Parkway Area Adult Education Office at 314-415-4940.

It’s time to enroll in free preschool If you have a young child, birth to age five, and live in the Ferguson-Florissant School District it is time to enroll in the district’s early education programs. A free quality preschool experience with degreed, certified teachers is available to district children. Three-year-olds attend class two mornings per week; four-year-olds attend three or four half-days. Families receive Parents as Teachers personal visits. A free developmental screening is designed for all young children, ages three months to five years.

Hearing and vision are also checked. If any type of concern is indicated, in-depth testing is offered. For children ages’ birth to five years, Parents as Teachers offers a free program for all families. PAT provides free personal visits, parent-child activities, developmental information, screenings and prenatal visits. This free program with degreed, certified parent educators is available to all families who choose to participate. Enroll today. Limited spaces available in some programs. Call 314-506-9066. earlyed@fergflor.org

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By Cindy Moore

Losing my cool Used to be I didn’t have to try to be cool; it just came naturally. I wore the right clothes – crushed velvet pants with a matching purple satin vest. I drove the right car – a boat-sized Galaxie 500 with red interior. I even had the right lingo. “Hey hunk, you are all that and a bag of chips. Lemme give you my digits. Far out!” Who couldn’t be hip speaking like that? Then my coolness chilled. It happened somewhere between birthing a wad of children and winding up in mom-jeans with an elastic waistband that reached up over my ribcage. Possibly it had to do with driving a mini-van with two missing hubcaps and a “Vote for Perot” bumper sticker still attached. Toss in shouting uncool things like, “How many times have I told you kids to quit playing in the toilet bowl!” and my coolness card was officially confiscated. I lost it along with my car keys and cell phone and reading glasses and most of my mind. But I’m trying to regain it. For instance, when I went shopping recently… Typically I patronize the type of store where customers cinch up the drawstring of their pajamas and consider that to be dressing up. But this time, I went somewhere a tad more upscale to buy a wedding gift. I arrived at one of those snooty department stores where all the posh people congregate

to show off their namebrand handbags and footwear. The first sign of my unsophistication began in the parking lot. I parked among the fancy cars then got out and began to walk confidently. I flipped my keys over my head and clicked the button on my keyring to lock my car. One of those cool backhanded clicks would show these people I was hip. I proceeded to the entrance strutting along in my Payless buy-one-get-one shoes and mismatched handbag, which I bought on clearance with a 30-percent-off coupon. Halfway down the parking lot aisle a woman called out and alerted me to the fact that instead of locking my car, I had just popped open my trunk. I turned around red-faced to see my trunk gaping wide opened as if chortle-snorting at me. I hid behind my trendy Dollar Store shades and marched on. Later I came out still hidden behind my chic sunglasses. I then raised them to perch on my head only to hear them clink against the additional pair I already had atop my noggin. Hopefully wearing not one, but two pair showed those hoity-toits my uber-swankiness. I could already feel my coolness returning. 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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To end a disease that takes the life of an American man every 20 minutes, St. Louis joins 35-plus communities across the nation in hosting the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk. During Prostate Cancer Awareness Month on Sept. 17, ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer, St. Louis Urological Surgeons, and Arch Cancer Care will host a 5K run/walk to save lives and support the more than 3,000 men in Missouri who will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. “We heard about the ZERO Run/Walk a few years ago, and thought it would be a great way to support my husband, Tom, in his battle with prostate cancer as well as to raise awareness among other men and families in our community,” said Susan Stuertz, local run/walk participant and caregiver. “In 2014 I formed a team for the ZERO Run/Walk – Tom’s Trekkers – and we took off running! The Run/Walk is so important to our community because it is a great way for family members to rally together and have fun while supporting their loved ones dealing with this terrible disease.” Four years ago, Susan’s husband Tom was diagnosed with Stage III prostate cancer at the age of 55. One year after having surgery, radiation, and hormone therapy to treat his disease, Tom’s doctors discovered that his PSA levels were on the rise once again. After a second round of hormone therapy his numbers are back down, and Tom continues to fight hard against his disease as well as the effects of his treatment. A part of

this fight is participating in the ZERO Run/Walk, which Susan introduced their family to in 2014. In 2015, Tom finished first in his age group and as the top survivor at the St. Louis event. Susan, Tom, and their family believe in the importance of community events like the Run/Walk to encourage their neighbors to raise not only awareness for the disease, but also funds to continue research for new treatments and to one day put an end to prostate cancer. “For the past 10 years, the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk has rallied communities and given participants a voice in the fight to end prostate cancer,” said ZERO CEO Jamie Bearse. “By mobilizing survivors, patients, caregivers, families, and businesses in communities across the country to raise funds and awareness, we can make prostate cancer a national priority.” Prostate Cancer Awareness Month brings the national spotlight to prostate cancer, encouraging vital and necessary awareness on both a national and local level. Funds raised for this year’s Run/Walk event will benefit the Empowerment Network to fund local support groups and an educational podcast for men in St. Louis. Additionally, funds will go toward national efforts to provide research for new treatments, patient support resources, and to educate men and families about prostate cancer. For more information on the race, visit www. zeroprostatecancerrun.org/stlouis.

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Hazelwood School District launches new website The Hazelwood School District is proud to announce the launch of its new website. The site’s new homepage features bright colors, easy navigation, and an uncluttered design. To view the new website at its maximum potential open a Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser and go to hazelwoodschools.org “We are very excited about our new website,” said Kimberly McKenzie, HSD director of communications. “Users will immediately notice streamlined menus, simple navigation, vibrant colors, and easy access to the information they

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need.” The website, nine months in the making, was a team effort in partnership with Blackboard, the HSD communications, technology, and data teams and HSD school communities all shared their input in the site design. “We look forward to our students, parents, staff, and community members exploring our website and providing their feedback,” said McKenzie. “If you have any comments or recommendations, please email info@hazelwoodschools.org.”

Hazelwood advanced placement teachers prepared for new school year

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Teachers listen attentively during professional development workshop at Hazelwood West High School. In preparation for the 2016-17 school year, teachers of advanced placement courses participated in the Advanced Placement (AP) Summer Institute program held at Hazelwood

West High School. The AP Summer Institute program is endorsed by College Board, a professional development organization offering workshops in English, fine arts, mathematics, science, history, and social studies.

Grocery store chain grants wish list to Hazelwood elementary school

If you plant them, they will come! Butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and songbirds that is! Let Forrest Keeling partner with you to bring natural beauty to your home habitat! Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District Supervalu employees, Mark Wade and Abbie Otten, human resources manager, are shown carrying donated items to Keeven Elementary, in the Hazelwood School District. Employees of Supervalu donated over 600 school supplies.

Students and staff at Keeven Elementary in the Hazelwood School District were excited when they learned that their school supply wish list would be granted through donations. Supervalu employees helped to deliver more than 600 items to the school, filling the entire school supply list for Keeven. They even included big ticket items, a brand new refrigerator and microwave for the teacher and faculty lounge. “I am a PTA parent, and I know that students will always need supplies for school,” said Abbie Otten, human resources and risk control manager at Supervalu Distribution Center. “We chose Keeven Elementary because it’s close to

the distribution center, and we wanted to support schools and students in our community.” Shanise Terrell, principal of Keeven Elementary, expressed gratitude by presenting the Supervalu employees with thank you cards made by students. “When I received the call from Abbie that they were willing to fill our entire supply wish-list, I was overjoyed! “We are so grateful for their generous contributions,” said Terrell. Supervalu owns several grocery store chains including, four Shop ’N Save locations in the Hazelwood School District.

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McCluer High artists’ work displayed in congressional art exhibit McCluer High School student artists Nurice Knox, Tyree Skaggs and Daniel Miller are among 36 students from 11 area high schools to have their art featured in Congressman William Lacy Clay’s 16th Annual Congressional Art Competition. Knox is a junior, and Skaggs and Miller are seniors. The students’ art was displayed at Webster University’s new downtown St. Louis campus in the historic Arcade Building. “As you can see from the artwork on display

here, the level of talent is truly impressive,” said Congressman Clay to the audience gathered during the opening of the exhibit. “Your work is inspiring, and I encourage all of you to continue to develop your creative abilities.” The Congressional Competition is in its 32nd year nationally. Congressman Clay has conducted to competition in Missouri’s First Congressional District for the past 16 years.

Combs teacher receives technology conference scholarship

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Cathy Holway, a fifth-grade teacher at Combs Elementary School, has received a scholarship to attend the Midwest Education Technology Community Conference in February 2017 in St. Charles. The scholarship will allow Holway to attend all activities and events of the conference, including preconference workshops. “This scholarship recognizes Ms. Holway for demonstrating a high level of commitment to professional development that improves the quality of education in the classroom, school and district,” said Tangie Oglesby, principal of Combs. Holway, who was the runner-up to the district’s 2015-16 Teacher of the Year, was nominated for the scholarship. This will be her first time attending the conference. “I’m excited and looking forward to the opportunity,” said Holway. “Technology is a major part of my teaching. I am always identifying ways to bring Google Classroom into my class, expand technology experiences for my students and support other teachers at Combs with the implementation of technology.”

Photo courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District Cathy Holway, a fifth-grade teacher at Combs Elementary School, has received a scholarship to attend the Midwest Education Technology Community Conference in February 2017 in St. Charles.

Hazelwood educators teach ‘new math’ to ‘old school’ generations

Photo courtesy of Hazelwood School District An instructor at the “It’s All Relative” Parent University workshop teaches “new math” to parents, providing academic support to families. Parent University workshops exists to empower families with resources for their child’s academic success.

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Are you smarter than a first-grader? Many parents may ponder this very question when trying to help their child with math homework. Parents in the Hazelwood School District are learning a new approach to solving mathematical equations. HSD Parent University offers workshops in the areas of academic support, health and wellness, and social issues for parents in the district. Parent University is a key strategy in achieving the district’s goals of increasing student achievement, and increasing parent and community engagement. “The purpose of Parent University is to empower families to become more engaged in their child’s success in school and in life,” said Dr. Audrey Wittenauer, federal programs specialist and Parent University coordinator. In many classrooms today, students are learn-

ing the Missouri Learning Standards to support them in solving mathematics problems. Instead of using memorization, the new Missouri Learning Standards places emphasis on critical thinking and making sense of mathematics. “Missouri Learning Standards are value statements that indicate what we want children to know and be able to do,” explains Dr. Nevels Nevels, HSD mathematics curriculum coordinator. “Pedagogy, content and curriculum dictate activities to reach the standards. A realistic mathematics education (RME) is how we can get closer to those standards.” During the Parent University workshops, parents will learn different strategies used to teach students to understand mathematics. For more information on Parent University, visit hazelwoodschools.org.

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Walmart welcomes applications for grants from $25,000 to $200,000 The Walmart Foundation opened the application period for its State Giving Program funding cycle on Monday, Aug. 29. Missouri nonprofits with programs that focus on hunger relief, career opportunities, education programs, health care access and other human service programs designed to meet the needs of underserved, lowincome populations are encouraged to apply for funding. The deadline to submit grant requests is 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, Sept. 2. The Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program supports organizations that create opportunities for people to live better. And through its grants, Walmart seeks to support organizations and initiatives that have a long-lasting, positive impact on communities nationwide. In the last fiscal year alone, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation gave $42.7 million to hundreds of nonprofit organizations in Missouri. Among the Missouri organizations receiving funding as part of Walmart’s State Giving Program during the fiscal year was Ozarks Food Harvest. The organization was awarded a $125,000

grant, which was used to provide hunger relief funding to Ozark Food Harvest’s network of 200 member food pantries and feeding sites across 28 Missouri counties. “Our hunger-relief partners were able to obtain nutritious food with this grant money and provide more food to their clients,” said Bart Brown, Ozarks Food Harvest, president/CEO. “I’m proud that we are able to stretch every dollar to provide $10 worth of food. This allows our partner agencies to help more people every day, and that is truly at the heart of everything we do at Ozarks Food Harvest.” To be considered for grant support, prospective grantee organizations must submit online applications through the Walmart Foundation State Giving Program website. Applicants must have a current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in order to meet the program’s minimum eligibility criteria. Additional information about the program’s funding guidelines and application process are available online at http://giving.walmart. com/foundation.

Christian Hospital’s Community Health Access Program (CHAP) and Memory Care Home Solutions are pleased to announce that they have received $175,000 from Express Scripts to fund a pilot program that will enhance the health of seniors with dementia and their family caregivers. This partnership was brought to life by the leadership at Express Scripts who saw a unique opportunity for collaboration between two organizations providing quality community-based health care in north St. Louis County. This support underscores the generosity and commitment of Express Scripts to access to quality health care. Both CHAP and Memory Care Home Solutions are working to reduce 911 calls, hospital readmissions and unnecessary emergency room visits for vulnerable populations. Through this collaboration, Christian Hospital case managers and advanced practice paramedics have received specialized training from Memory Care Home Solutions’ staff experts to identify patients for whom dementia is an underlying cause of their frequent use of 911 or emergency department care. CHAP will provide inhome medical care for these patients and assistance with community resources and Memory Care Home Solutions will deliver dementia care education and training to family members. By meeting the complex health needs of the patient and helping families cope with dementia symptoms, this project aims to keep older adults healthy at home and reduce stress for overwhelmed families. “Our shared goal is to put medicine within reach of people who need it, and to do so, we must address the underlying social, economic and health-related conditions that hold us back,” says Susan Stith, Vice President, Diversity & Inclusion, and Corporate Giving, Express Scripts. “We proudly support the innovative work of Christian Hospital and Memory Care Solutions, and look forward to improving access to care for people in the North County area.”

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SSM Health DePaul Hospital names director of strategy and business development Ryan Pratt has been named SSM Health DePaul Hospital’s director of strategy and business development. A graduate of Saint Louis University’s Master’s in Health Administration program, Pratt comes to DePaul Hospital from SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, where he served as manager of telehealth. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the American Telemedicine Association and serves on the Vision for Children at Risk board of directors.

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Sports you see with Gary B... Rascals end home regular season winning 11 in a row The River City Rascals play professional baseball in the West Division of the Frontier League at the CarShield Field in O’Fallon. Manager Steve Brook and his coaches have the ‘boys of the summer’ getting hot at the right time of the season. With six games left, all on the road, as of the past Sunday the crew have played flawless ball at home as well as on the road. They are in a good position for a wild-card berth in post-season play and just need to continue their solid play. The O’Fallon team is now three-and-ahalf games ahead of the team behind them for the final wild card spot. The Rascals end the regular season at the Southern Illinois Miners for a three game stint. The Miners are the first-place team in the league. The 11 game winning streak is the highest in Brook’s career, it was the seventh sweep for the club. The team has several standout players as part of the league leaders: • Josh Silver tied for the top spot in average hitting at .354. • Alexi Colon has belted 17 home runs that ties him for second place. • Dan Ludwig has notched nine wins on the mound that ties him for second place. The team has been pulling away from the rest of the Frontier League in team batting average… now at .283. Next home games: Playoffs? For more information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com * Hot time at the ball yard Cross country at Lindenwood The MIAA (Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association) recently came out with their first cross country coaches polls. Lindenwood’s men’s team ranked eighth while women’s were selected ninth. The men finished with 21 points, trailing a sixth place-tie between Missouri Southern and Central Missouri and leading Emporia State by three

points. They finished eighth place in the MIAA Championships last year including 25th and 26th finishes from Colin Cernik and Travis Staebell respectively. The Lady Lions earned 46 points with Central Missouri ahead by nine points. They also placed eighth in the MIAA Championships. Both teams will begin the 2016 season this week in Kirksville, Missouri for the Truman State Meet. * And the run begins MMA coming to the Family Arena Fight Hard Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) returns to the family arena on Sept. 17 at the Family Arena. MMA stars Lucas “2 Strong” Gwaltney will go against Kyle “Hurtz” Kurtz for the vacant Fight Hard MMA 170-pound Welterwieght Title Belt. A few others on the card are: • Fred Freeman vs. TBD • Charles Johnson vs. Demetrius Wilson • Anthony Livingston vs. Frank Cortez • Nikki Smith vs. Ronni Nanney • Chris Petty vs. Luis “The Beast” Pena • “Mad” Max McNeely vs. Michael Wasem • Katy “Red Dragon” Collins vs. Jamie “The Pretty Assassin” Thorton • Derek Clardy vs. Dan Busch (co-main event) Mixed martial arts is the fastest growing sport in America! They showcase MMA’s best and brightest young fighters while providing its fans with non-stop action both inside and outside of the cage. For more information go to www.FightHardMMA.com * Get there early to beat the crowds I will be broadcasting the “STL Health and Wellness LIVE” show every Saturday from 9-11 am on 590 The Fan and 590TheFan.com Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, has hosted many radio shows from Health to Sports to Baby Boomer news. He was the EMCEE of the River City Rascals and St. Louis Swarm basketball team inaugural seasons and broadcasting for the indoor football teams over a decade. Has been writing sports since 1999 for the paper.

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Recipe: Simple steps to smarter When hunger strikes, it can be tempting to reach for the closest treat, even if it’s laden with fat and empty calories. Make it easier to enjoy better-for-you snacks with these three simple steps that appeal to your taste and your waist. 1. Know that choosing more healthy snacks can still be quick and convenient. Learn to recognize your hunger patterns and keep foods on hand to fit your cravings. For example, if you tend to need a mid-afternoon pick-me-up at work, prepare snack-size portions of finger foods that feel hearty without weighing you down. 2. Make flavor count in every bite. Watching

Pineapple Cherry Minis Prep time: 20 minutes | Total time: 3 hours | Servings: 12-14 Ingredients: 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple 2 cans (6 ounces) pineapple juice 1 package (6 ounces) cherry gelatin 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup frozen dark sweet cherries 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions: Drain pineapple, reserve juice. Bring reserved juice plus canned pineapple juice to boil. Add gelatin; stir at least 2 minutes to completely dissolve. Chill until mixture thickens slightly. Fold in pineapple, nutmeg, cherries and pecans. Spoon into 12-14 foil-lined muffin cups, lightly sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Chill until firm. Store leftover gelatin in refrigerator.

A Healthy, Frozen Treat: Maintaining a healthy diet is key to staying fit, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a sweet treat every now and then. Make smart snack choices that taste delicious, such as Dole Jarred Fruit, which contains five servings of high-quality, ready-to-eat fruit packed in 100 percent fruit juice in every jar. With a convenient, re-sealable lid, you can just scoop out what you need to top your favorite dish with fruit or make quick and easy good-for-you treats, such as these Peach Crisp Pops. Find more healthy snack ideas at dolesunshine.com.

Peach Crisp Pops Prep time: 10 minutes | Total time: 3 hours, 10 minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients: 1 jar (23.5 ounces) sliced peaches, divided 4 teaspoons maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2/3 cup granola 1 cup vanilla flavored Greek yogurt Directions: Measure 1 1/2 cups drained fruit and 6 tablespoons juice. In medium bowl, combine juice,

maple syrup, cinnamon, granola and yogurt. Stir to blend well. Place 2 peach slices in each frozen pop mold. Pour yogurt mixture into molds or small paper cups. Place on tray and freeze about 1 hour, or until partially set. Insert frozen pop stick into center of each mold; freeze 2 hours longer, or until firm.

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what you eat doesn’t have to be bland. In fact, an eating plan that cuts back on your calorie intake is the perfect reason to pay more attention to what you eat and thoroughly enjoy it, rather than wasting a portion of your daily consumption on foods that don’t taste great. 3. When your sweet tooth is screaming, answer it with the refreshing indulgence of a fruity dessert. Fruit-based desserts are naturally sweet and deliver some of the key nutrients your body needs, so you can feel extra good about bypassing other options laden with unhealthy ingredients.

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Learn & Play

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Crossword Puzzle Theme: Childrens Movies ACROSS 1. Savvy 6. Churchill’s “so few” 9. Wolf in Mexico 13. Type of closet 14. “____ to Joy” 15. Giverny Impressionist 16. Select by a vote 17. Craggy peak 18. Eight voices 19. *Snow White’s posse 21. *Kevin, Stuart or Bob 23. *”Mr. ____body & Sherman” 24. Fodder holder 25. Dawber of “Mork & Mindy” 28. Maastricht Treaty (1992) currency 30. Goldfinger’s henchman 35. They’re hidden up a sleeve? 37. TV’s ____ at Night 39. *”____ Got a Friend in Me” from “Toy Story” 40. Lymph ____ 41. *E.T., e.g. 43. Arctic jaeger 44. Dismal 46. Muffin Man’s Drury ____ 47. Unagi, pl. 48. Not digital 50. Word-of-mouth story 52. Actor’s domain 53. Back talk 55. “____ populi,” or “voice of the people” 57. *Mr. Miyagi’s forte 60. *”____ Life of Pets” 63. Type of renewable energy 64. Parental involvement org. 66. Have dinner at home 68. Type of sweatshirt 69. H+, e.g. 70. Spiral-horned antelope 71. Augments 72. *Jack Sparrow’s “yes” 73. Ruhr’s industrial center DOWN 1. Steinful 2. *”Where the ____ Things Are” 3. All over again 4. Summary

5. Dinner’s main attraction 6. Decomposes 7. Big fuss 8. Manhattan Project physicist 9. Locus, pl. 10. On top of 11. “____ there, done that” 12. Mel ____, Giant Hall-of-Famer 15. Accompanied solo song 20. The animals of a region 22. International Labor Organization 24. Parties 25. *Kung Fu-practicing animated mammal 26. Squirrel’s stash 27. Mythological princess of Colchis 29. Small stream 31. 2 aspirin, e.g. 32. Football move, pl. 33. Immature ovum

34. *Beauty’s true love 36. Finned mammal 38. Bingo-like game 42. Impulse transmitter 45. Prayer beads 49. Gangster’s pistol 51. Between Paleocene and Oligocene 54. Old photo color 56. Röntgen beams 57. Crazy one 58. Medicinal succulent 59. Unit of angular measure, pl. 60. Like spirit in sane body 61. Estimated arrivals 62. Bathroom flooring 63. Female pronoun 65. *Buzz or Woody 67. A Bobbsey twin See answers on page 13

What’s Happening

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events Aug. 31: 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. 2-3: Old Postcard Show

The Gateway Postcard Club will host

the 40th annual Old Postcard Show on Sept. 2, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sept. 3, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the VFW Hall at 1234 Vandalia St. (Hwy 159) in Collinsville, Illinois. This is the largest postcard show in the St. Louis area and there will be 25 dealers with hundreds of thousands of postcards from every state and foreign country as well as cards featuring topics such as animals (cats, dogs, horses), holidays (Christmas, Easter, Halloween), churches, planes, ships,

etc. Many cards will be from the 1910 era. If you have cards you would like to sell or learn more about, bring them along. For more information call 618531-4189.

Sept. 7: Prayer breakfast

Florissant Valley Kiwanis Club Fifth Annual Autumn Prayer Breakfast takes place from 7 – 8:30 a.m. at Christian Hospital Northeast Atrium, Paul Detrick Building at11133 Dunn Road in Florissant. Reverend Cedric Portis, pastor of Third Presbyterian Church, will be the guest speaker. Tickets are $15. For more information contact 314-4501982.

Sept. 9: Chicken fried steak or meatloaf

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Chicken 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 314-8316121.

Sept. 10: Flea market

Flea market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information contact Richard at 314-8377057.

Sept. 10: Breakfast

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.

Sept. 11: Community picnic

From 1 – 3 p.m. St. Peter’s UCC at W. Florissant and Stein Rd. in Ferguson is holding its third annual Community Picnic. The picnic kicks off the fall right with a day of free fun, community building and resources for a variety of possible needs. With everything from an inflatable obstacle course, photo booth and balloon animals to snow cones, a lollipop tree and hot dog lunch. Come not just to have some familyfriendly fun but also to connect with organizations such as the Ferguson Youth Initiative, Crisis Nursery, Fathers’ Support Center, Safe Connections, and Neighborhood Houses all of whom are sponsoring or helping with a fun activity. Be sure to call the church office at 314-521-5694 for more information, directions or if you’re interested in volunteering.

Sept. 11: 9-11 ceremony

9-11 ceremony will be held at 7:15 p.m. at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois on VFW parking lot.

Sept. 14: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support

veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Sept. 15: Square dance classes

Square dance lessons for 10 weeks at Florissant Valley Christian Church at 1325 N. Highway 67 in Florissant beginning at 7:15 p.m. Dress is casual attire and cost is $5 per person per night. Registration starts Sept. 8 and closes Sept. 15. Visit www.promenaders. squaredancemissouri.com or call 314839-2134 or 314-837-4729 for more information.

Sept. 15: Town hall meeting for senior citizens

From 9 – 11 a.m. at the James J. Eagan Center, Mayor Thomas Schneider will address the senior citizens of Florissant. Enjoy a complimentary full breakfast provided by Bent-Wood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Department heads and council representatives will be there to answer any questions. Many senior citizen organizations have also been invited to share valuable information with senior citizens. This is a free event for Florissant residents only but reservations are required. Call the Senior Office at 314-839-7605 to make reservations.

Sept. 16: Pork steaks

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.

Sept. 17: Golf tournament

The Hazelwood School District (HSD) Foundation will host its Second Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Old Florissant Golf Course at 50 Country Club Lane in Florissant 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. The HSD Foundation is designed to assist students when they have unexpected crises in their lives, by helping to remove barriers that prevent academic success. 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 more information, contact Kuleya Bruce at 314-953-5016 or by email at kbruce@hazelwoodschools.org.

Sept. 17: Photography seminar

Missouri Nature & Environmental Photographers present a photography seminar with Roman Kurywczak (RoaminWithRoman.com) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ethical Society of St. Louis at 9001 Clayton Rd. in St. Louis. For additional information and registration, go www.monep.org.

Sept. 18: AAUW reception

The American Association of University Women Ferguson-Florissant Branch (North County) opens its program year with a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. All individuals interested in women’s equity are invited to attend. An overview of AAUW’s mission, programs, and activities will be featured, including a review of AAUW’s 135 years of advocacy for women and girls. Refreshments will be served. For additional information or to obtain directions to the reception, call 314-831-5359 or 314-831-6884 or email sbreeze@mindsprings.com or pkelemen@hotmail.com

Sept. 20: Square dance club

Couples and singles of all ages are welcome. If you can walk, you can square dance; no experience is necessary. Free Modern Western Square Dance introduction sponsored by West County Spinners Square Dance Club begins Tuesdays, Sept. 13 and 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church at

14088 Clayton Rd. in Chesterfield at the southeast corner of Clayton Rd and Hwy 141. Our square dance program continues subsequent Tuesdays at $6 per person. 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 Jack and Mary Ann at 314-894-2567, momarincel@gmail.com, www.westcountyspinners.com.

Sept. 21: Karaoke

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

Sept. 23: Italian dinner

Spaghetti with meatballs or chicken alfredo 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.

Sept. 23: Senior citizen Germanfest

The city of Florissant will hold a Germanfest for senior citizens from 5 – 9 p.m. at the James J. Eagan Center. German music will be played by the Larry Hallar Band. A German meal of German kielbasa and sauerkraut, country green beans with bacon, creamy mashed potatoes, garden salad with dressing, rolls and butter and German chocolate cake will be served. Tickets will be sold in the Senior Citizen Office in Florissant City Hall through Sept. 19. There will be no ticket sales at the door. Ticket price is $10 for residents and non-residents. Ticket price includes a meal, light snacks and entertainment. Beer, wine and soda will be available for purchase. Call the city of Florissant Senior Office at 314-839-7605 for more information.

Sept. 24: Trivia night

13th Annual Trivia Night, Doors open at 5:30 p.m., trivia starts at 6:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church at 315 Graham Road in Florissant. Still only $10 per person with up to 10 at a table, soda and snacks provided and you can bring whatever you want to eat at your table. Babysitting provided by certified staff at $2 per child with drink and snack included. Must register child by Sept. 21. Please call the church office at 314-837-9404 to reserve a table.

Sept. 28: Karaoke

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

Sept. 29: Complimentary wills and trusts seminar

The planned giving committee of the Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America is offering a free Wills and Trusts Seminar from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Edward Jones Corporate Headquarters at12555 Manchester Rd. in St. Louis County. Learn about the benefits of having a will or trust and how having one could support your loved ones or organizations close to your heart. This educational seminar is provided as a service to our Scouting community. We do not solicit any gifts during or after this seminar. Everyone is welcome to attend and invite their friends. While there is no cost to attend, reservations are necessary. If you would like to attend or have questions, contact Senior Development Director Jim Nolan at 314-256-3032 or james.nolan@ scouting.org.

Sept. 30: Chicken dinner

All-you-can-eat chicken dinner, dinein only, 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 314831-6121.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • August 31, 2016 Oct. 1: Hazelwood class reunion

Hazelwood High School Class of 1968, join your classmates for a family and friends “get together” at Creve Couer Park in Maryland Heights at the “Taco Bell Pavilion” from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. There are tables for 80, BYOB,BYO Food. or more information contact Carol (Lay) Cornelison ccornelison.1218@yahoo.com or Dolly (Harder) Harrington dhrrngtn@hotmail. com.

Oct. 6: Mercy Hospice new volunteer training

Mercy Hospice is currently seeking volunteers to offer support and comfort to patients and families in your community. Volunteers are matched with opportunities to serve according to their schedules, skills, comfort levels, and geographic areas. Volunteer opportunities include: caregiver relief, companionship, bereavement support, administrative assistance, and other opportunities. The next free fourweek training will be Thursdays—Oct. 6, 13, 20, and 27, 1 - 4:30 p.m. To register or ask any questions please contact Mercy Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Paula Minogue, at 314-729-4415 or Paula.Minogue@mercy.net.

Oct. 6: Square dancing

MO Promenaders Square Dancers with caller Stan Mangogna will hold at dance at Church of the Master at 1325 Paddock Dr. in Florissant at 11:15 a.m. Free will offering will be held to defray costs. Bring a sandwich for lunch. Refreshments and beverages will be served. For more information call 314831-8127.

Nov. 19: Meat shoots

The Florissant Eagles Aerie3638 at 15245 New Halls Ferry Rd. will be hosting meat shoots starting Sept. 17 and running through Nov. 19. No bull barrels, 670 minimum chokes. Shooting # 9s. The shoots run from noon until dusk.

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

Men of Harmony a cappella singers meet at Salem Evangelical Free Church at New Halls Ferry at Pohlman Road at 7 p.m. Not church affiliated. Group is always looking for new members. Call Al at 314-993-6134 for more information.

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

bers 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 Bethel Providence Christian Church located at 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

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

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

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

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

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

Thursdays: 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

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

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

Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400

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.

Sundays: Meat shoot

Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

#1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com

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 Cham-

Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 444 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Road between Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.

Every Sunday: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine

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 at-

tend. 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

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

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

What’s Happening

314.953.8100.

Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 Nicotine Anonymous

Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314.993.5421.

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 314822-2066 or visit WWW.NicotineAnonymous.org.

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

Look Good…Feel Better

At Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, 9am, 314.355.1516, Helpline 800.272.3900

SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a SUDOKU answers from page 11

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

Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

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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.

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:

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

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

SSM DePaul Wellness Center:

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

Free Mammogram Screenings:

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

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

Nutrition Education:

Speaker’s Bureau:

Center for Senior Renewal:

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,

SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636.949.7159

Ongoing Support Groups

Last Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group:

Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, 10:30am 314.383.4765

Last Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis & Clark, St. Louis, 1pm, 314.340.6389

Wednesdays: Weekly Cancer Survivor’s Support Group

H.W. Koenig Medical Building at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 3 - 4:30pm, free, 636.755.3034

12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Information: metrostlouissia@gmail.com.

Wednesdays: New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church

12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, 7:30 – 9pm, www.Nar-Anon. org

Thursdays: Grief Share Support Group

Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson 6:30 - 8pm, leecedra@sbcglobal.net

Mondays & Thursdays: Breathe/ for people with pulmonary disease

Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104, 11am - 12pm, $30, 314953-6090

Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group

www.stpetersmo.net6:30-7:30pm,

314.839.3171.

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By Steve Bryan

Hollywood goes fishing for ‘Oscar Bait’ In “Pokémon Go,” that insanely popular game, players drop lures to attract rare and needed “pocket monsters” to their area. At this time of year, Hollywood does the same thing by releasing films classified as “Oscar Bait.” These movies, as well as their directors and stars, are highly likely to garner Academy Award-consideration. Through the end of the year, you are likely to see films similar to “Boyhood,” “Interstellar” and “Gravity” displacing rude and crude fare from Seth Rogen and his contemporaries. Delightful efforts such as 2011’s “The Help” make their way to theaters in the late summer and early fall. In 2009, “Avatar” came late to the table and stunned everyone with its story and motion-captured performances. In 2016, that bait is especially important because the pickings have been slim thus far. The Walt Disney Studios has several potential Oscar contenders, though. “Finding Dory,” the popular sequel to “Finding Nemo,” charmed audiences while “Zootopia” knocked out the late-winter competition. The live-action “Jungle Book” looks like a shoo-in for a Best Picture nomination. It isn’t Oscar season without Michael Keaton, however. The venerable actor made an incredible breakthrough with his performance in 2014’s “Birdman.” This inventive tale of an actor haunted by his most famous role mirrored Keaton’s struggles with “Batman.” He turned in another nuanced performance last year in “Spotlight,” a look at how the priest abuse scandal came to light. The actor has a starring role this year in “The Founder,” the story behind McDonald’s fast food empire. Keaton plays Ray Kroc, the man many call the founder of the chain.

The movie points out, though, that the concept originally came from two brothers who built a hamburger stand serving quality food at fair prices. The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which unofficially kicks off awards season, hosts plenty of Oscar bait. Films that do well in Toronto are generally are on the short list for top honors. “Arrival,” a TIFF contender about a linguist hired to communicate with alien visitors, seems intriguing enough for consideration this year. Star Amy Adams also could also earn a nod with her leading actress performance. Nate Parker’s “Birth of Nation,” another TIFF presentation, seemed destined for Oscar gold after the Sundance Film Festival. The trailer, which shows the Nat Turner slave revolt, is exceptionally powerful. Director Parker, though, has been taking some hits over the details of his 2001 rape trial, which prompted the postponement of an American Film Institute (AFI) screening. Oscar season starts soon and it will be an interesting, controversial and very bumpy ride this year. It’s hard to tell if the best picture contenders will show up at the multiplex or the local art houses. In any event, the race is about to begin. Photo courtesy Bigstock 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.