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Photo courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative Kindergartners give a presentation on career options at a 2016 school board meeting. Thanks to the College Savings Program, many Normandy students will have a little help in making those plans a reality.

Beyond Housing partners with Normandy schools to provide students with funded college savings accounts By Charlotte Beard The Beyond Housing organization’s 24:1 Initiative to take on challenges in the 24 municipalities of the Normandy school district to foster stronger communities continues. For almost six years now, their two college savings programs, The Promise Account and the Viking Advantage Program, are continuing for Normandy students. Both are voluntary programs and not dependent on grades achieved while in school. The Promise Account starts kids who enroll in the Normandy Collaborative’s kindergarten program with $500 in a Missouri 529 savings plan (MOST 529). The savings account helps off-set the costs of post-secondary education pursuits and gets its name from Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code, which specifies

the plan’s tax advantages. Chris Krehmeyer, President and CEO of Beyond Housing, states that a parent can sign their child up for the account at the time of enrollment in school. It is Beyond Housing’s way of saying “we believe in you and you’re going to do great things with your life. Here is the community investing in you.” Krehmeyer shared that there are almost 1,800 active accounts. The Viking Advantage Program for Normandy High School juniors and seniors is Beyond Housing’s collaboration with Express Scripts Foundation and other funders to provide a match of $3 to every $1 saved in a student’s college savings account. Krehmeyer shared that the maximum match

is against $500 which could yield a funding of $1,500 for one account. To sign up for the college accounts, students must complete an application, which is available through the high school guidance counseling office. “The matched savings program is more limited in nature because of the need to find the match,” stated Krehmeyer. “We have a funder that funds the Promise Account, we don’t have a dedicated funder to fund the matched savings every year. We (must) raise dollars to put that program in place. We open as many of those accounts that we can with the funding that we have.” At the beginning of every school year, See ‘COLLEGE SAVINGS’ page 2

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Beyond Housing, Normandy and others assess what student contributions have been made towards accounts to determine what can be matched. Funder matches are deposited following contributions made to the savings accounts. Krehmeyer shared that over 60 participants in the Viking Advantage Program have graduated from college and 75 percent of participating students are still in college or have graduated. Normandy shared that more than 320 students are enrolled in the program. “We’re thrilled and excited for the kids, their great success and the ability to stick with it, which is not always the easiest thing to do,” stated Krehmeyer. “This is an amazing opportunity for Normandy students,” said Dr. Charles Pearson, Normandy Superintendent of Schools. “The collaborative appreciates the support of committed organizations like Express Scripts, Beyond Housing and other generous donors. It is through partnerships like these we will continue to make strides toward our goal of full accreditation and providing a quality 21st century education for our students.” “It’s a great program,” stated Krehmeyer. “Our staff is fantastic, too. A young man named James McGowan is our lead staff person on the (college savings) program. He is dedicated to the kids; he’s committed to their college success. He helps them with filling out the FAFSA form, which is a terrible form for parents to have to (complete) for financial aid. He helps them with understanding the award letters; those are complex and complicated as well. He takes kids on college visits.” Krehmeyer shared that McGowan along with chaperons, recently took some students to Atlanta to do some college visits and toured the National Center for Civil and Human Rights.

Photo courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative Members of the Class of 2017 (shown here) were able to take part in the Viking Advantage college savings program. Beyond Housing will match every $1 saved with a $3 match to be used college expenses.

“We try to provide financial support,” stated Krehmeyer, “but we also understand that financial support is not sufficient to make sure kids can be successful. The magic sauce is really the staffing that understands the challenges and builds relationships with the children and the resources to help the kids get over the top. This (college savings) is just one piece of a very exciting puzzle that Normandy, Beyond Housing and many other not-for-profits are putting together to ensure that the children of the district are successful in life and we’re excited to be a part of it.” To learn more about Beyond Housing visit: https:// beyondhousing.org.

COMMUNITY VOICES Why I’ll always be a Girl Scout By Emma Espinoza There are experiences in life that you never forget. Some of my most memorable are of being a Girl Scout – both when I was a girl and now as a proud board member of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. I love how Girl Scouts continues to evolve and provide a wide range of opportunities for girls to take advantage of, grow their skills in STEM, money management or the arts all while learning from each other and building their confidence. As a child growing up, my family didn’t have extra dollars for us to do different things, but they made sure I had the chance to be a Girl Scout. Girl Scouts provided the perfect foil to my curiosity and hunger to understand more about the world around me and cultures different from my own Hispanic experiences. In Girl Scouts, I learned to step out of my comfort zone. It was here, in the all-girl, girl-led environment that I challenged myself and tried so many new things cheered on by my sister Girl Scouts and troop leaders. My troop leaders were very different from my own parents. They went out of their way to help me understand what it is like to be out in the world. They gave me the opportunity to go different places, like

camping, making my first sit-upon and being in the great outdoors. Opportunities I wouldn’t have been able to have without Girl Scouts. I stayed a Girl Scout throughout high school because I was learning and doing so much. Compared to my non-Girl Scout friends, I was the one who always took initiative. I finished high school, then college and secured a great opportunity after earning my undergraduate degree, and was hired on at AT&T. I climbed the ranks relying on the skills I gained in Girl Scouting – from being a patrol leader at camp; from confidently talking in front of people; from being an achiever and living a fearless life. Our whole G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker and Leader) message – underscores what Girl Scouting is all about and supports our mission of building future leaders. To me, Girl Scouts is the best leadership development organization for girls in the world. It helped me realize that there is a bigger world outside of the community I grew up in and the importance of giving back. Girl Scouts is for every girl, everywhere. It makes no difference who you are or where you come from. Because of Girl

Scouts I am a go-getter. I am an innovator. I am a risk taker, and I am a leader. All girls have the right to be a G.I.R.L. and Girl Scouts provides the platform for girls to discover their strengths, embrace their intellect and succeed on whatever path they choose. It’s why I’ll always be a Girl Scout and encourage others to join, too! Emma Espinoza is a retired executive of AT&T. During her 35 years with the organization, she held various positions within the Information Technology, Finance, Revenue and Public Affairs departments. She worked in Wichita, Kansas, St. Louis, and San Antonio, Texas. A native of Topeka, Kansas, Emma is the sixth of nine children; and remained in Topeka until she joined Southwestern Bell in Wichita, Kansas. Emma graduated from Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting. Her hobbies include golf, volleyball, reading, and attending professional sporting events. 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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Free community flu shots

Local church donates 100 backpacks to Hazelwood elementary school

Christian Hospital is offering free flu shots (300 vaccines at each location) for children age three years and older and adults at the following locations and times: • Oct. 9: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Ferguson Empowerment Center, 9420 W. Florissant Rd. • Oct. 12: 2 – 6 p.m.| Northwest HealthCare, 1225 Graham Rd. • Oct. 13: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Shalom Health Fair at Hazelwood East High School, 11300 Dunn Rd. For more information, visit ChristianHospital.org

Chatham Bible Church donated 100 backpacks loaded with school supplies, hygiene kits, and coats to Armstrong Elementary School in the Hazelwood School District. Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District

Complete Auto Body & Repair Hosts their 16th annual charity golf scramble at the Florissant Golf Club Complete Auto Body & Repair hosted their 16th annual charity golf scramble at the Florissant Golf Club on Sept. 7 to benefit Responder Rescue and The Backstoppers. Jackie Smith sang a moving rendition of “Danny Boy” in a-cappella in honor of those first responders who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The golf event was another record sell out and the thunderstorms that were predicted held off for a perfect golf outing at Florissant Golf Club which has built a reputation for an excellent golf experience and great club house service.

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Photo courtesy city of Florissant The large turnout prepares for the shotgun start before the Complete Auto Body & Repair 16th annual charity golf scramble at the Florissant Golf Club.

Gateway Arch promotes conservation with The Great Mississippi River Cleanup and The Great MonArch Migration events Gateway Arch National Park highlights the importance of caring for our public lands by hosting The Great MonArch Migration Event (in partnership with the city of St. Louis) and the Great Mississippi River Cleanup. The park is also proud to host a community fitness event on the grounds. All community events will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29, and are free and open to all ages. “We are committed to making our community a better place to live, work and play for everyone,” said Rhonda Schier, Chief of Museum Services and Interpretation at Gateway Arch National Park. “We invite our friends and neighbors to join us in beautifying our St. Louis Riverfront, a habitat for so many species, as well as learn about the importance of Monarch butterflies to our region.” The Great Mississippi River Cleanup: Saturday, Sept. 29, 9 a.m. to noon The National Park Service invites members of the community to help beautify the St. Louis Riverfront by joining in a riverbank litter pickup. Participants are to meet at the bottom of the Grand Staircase, located below the Gateway Arch along Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. Bags and gloves will be provided. Registration is required at https://form.jotform.com/82283693734163. Participants will receive a free T-shirt, breakfast bagels and coffee.

Yoga Under the Arch: Saturday, Sept. 29, 9 10 a.m. Yoga session for all ages under the Arch, presented by Yoga Buzz. The Great MonArch Migration Event: Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monarch butterflies are heading south for the winter, and the National Park Service and the city of St. Louis are celebrating their journey with the Great MonArch Migration Event. At this festive event, pollinator experts from across the region, including the Missouri Botanical Garden, Saint Louis Zoo, and the Missouri Department of Conservation, will lead monarch-themed activities, such as offering pollinator crafts and games, making milkweed seed balls and insect hotels, and sharing monarch butterfly gardening tips. Activities will take place in front of the new west entrance to the Gateway Arch, as well as inside the Arch Visitor Center on the mezzanine. Free refreshments, native plants and seed packets are available while supplies last. Gateway Arch National Park does not have dedicated on-site parking. A list of downtown St. Louis parking locations within walking distance of Gateway Arch National Park is available at http://getaroundstl.com. Metered street parking is also available around the park. For more information visit www.nps.gov/jeff or www.gatewayarch.com; or call 877-982-1410.

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Hazelwood School District partners with Little Caesars Pizza to award good behavior and attendance Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District

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The Hazelwood School District and Little Caesars Pizza are partnering in support of a new program at Russell Elementary School, “Principal’s Prize Patrol.” The new incentive program is for students in grades kindergarten-fifth. The program was developed by Russell Elementary Principal, Dr. Lisa Strauther. Once a month, students with perfect attendance and exceptional behavior are entered into a drawing. Two students’ names will be selected from the pool of qualified entrants. Strauther and Russell’s staff will then surprise

students and his/her family by delivering two pizzas and a certificate to their home in time for dinner. “The local Little Caesars Pizza Restaurant was thrilled to partner with the district to help celebrate our students,” said Dr. Strauther. “The Principal’s Prize Patrol is designed to create a culture of high expectations and excellence within our school while acknowledging the efforts of the family, who ultimately are the child’s first and most important teacher.”

McCluer Army JROTC cadets successfully complete leadership challenge While most high schoolers were enjoying their summer break, 11 McCluer Army JROTC cadets, spent a week of their summer honing their leadership skills at the Army JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) 2018 at Marseilles Army National Guard Training Center in Marseilles, Illinois. Cadets rotated leadership positions/duties daily, which provided the opportunity to follow and lead – two components of leadership. “All McCluer cadets successfully completed the camp, improving their confidence and leadership skills,” said LTC (R) Darrell Gray, McCluer’s Army ROTC senior instructor. Gray, along with Sergeant Major (Retired) Emas Griffin, serve as the cadets’ instructors and accompanied the students on the Leadership Challenge. JCLC is a challenging, safe and fun opportunity for Army JROTC cadets to experience highadventure, sports, confidence building and more importantly leadership and teamwork activities in a controlled environment. Army JROTC units from 20 high schools in Missouri and Illinois participated in the camp. Throughout the week, experienced events such as physical training, rappelling, zip lining, obstacle and water courses, land navigation, sports challenges and a leadership reaction course. The cadets were supervised and Photo courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District McCluer guided by a cadre of high school Army JROTC instructors and volunteer college cadets from area McCluer Army JROTC Cadet Arkayla Page listens carefully to instruccolleges/universities. tions prior to conquering the rappel tower.

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Community Spotlight What symptoms may indicate a heart attack? Healthy lifestyle changes can help reduce your risk of a heart attack You’ve heard it before. Heart attack symptoms can differ for men and women. So what should you watch for and how can you distinguish between symptoms of a heart attack and something else? First things first. What exactly is a heart attack? Eli Azrak, MD, SSM Health DePaul Hospital cardiologist explained that a heart attack is caused by a sudden interruption in the blood flow to part of the heart muscle, usually due to a blood clot in the location of a cholesterol blockage of the coronary artery. With interruption in blood flow, the heart muscle starts to die away. “As blood flow to the heart muscle is interrupted and the muscle begins to become starved for oxygen, nerve signals are released from the starving cells,” said Azrak. This starvation can cause a variety of symptoms, including but not limited to, chest discomfort, neck, jaw or arm discomfort or tightness, sweating, shortness of breath, dizziness and even fainting. “Unfortunately, it is not known why men and women often experience different symptoms,” Azrak. “Women may experience less typical symptoms, leading to lower recognition of a heart attack.” This can make it dangerous to ignore even the mildest discomfort or atypical health problem. “Women may be deceived by the lack of the typical symptoms, leading them to believe they are experiencing stomach, back, or indigestion symptoms,” said Azrak. “Therefore, they tend to deny themselves or delay timely care for their symptoms.” The best advice?

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“When you experience symptoms that are unusual for your state of health, such that they cause discomfort or malaise, especially if these symptoms cannot be explained by an existing condition, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible,” said Azrak. To lower your risk of a heart attack, choose to make lasting healthy changes. Eli Azrak, MD Those changes can go a long way in reducing your risk. Azrak encourages eating a balanced diet and managing meal portions to reduce levels of cholesterol and body weight, walking at least 30 minutes a day for most days of the week, quitting smoking, and a healthier attitude toward life-related stress. Azrak encourages you to know your numbers and how they may affect your heart health. Blood pressure and cholesterol can be early indicators of a problem.

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Saturday, the festival kicks off at 3 p.m., with Dance Floor Riot taking the stage at 4 and Super Jam at 8 p.m. Saturday night’s activities include a fire performance show and the always popular Bubble Bus Glow Bubbles. A special thanks to this years sponsor’s’, UMB Bank, Ferguson Special Business District, Alliance Credit Union, Mobile Eye Care, Montry’s Cigar Lounge, Christian Hospital, Marley’s Bar & Grill, Ferguson Brewing Company, Andy Wurm Tire, and Tim Larson. www.andywurm.com

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

Sept. 28: Chicken dinner

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

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Oct. 13: Writing retreat

Fall Writing Retreat in serene setting at Pallottine Renewal Center, 15270

Old Halls Ferry Road in Florissant takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Writing prompts, yoga/guided meditation, open mic finale and lunch. $25 fee. RSVP or questions to writesistahs@yahoo.com or 314-210-4774.

Oct. 20: Fundraising event

Operation Food Search, a nonprofit hunger relief organization, will host Handbags to End Hunger (formerly known as Purses for Pantries) for the fifth consecutive year. The fundraiser will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Clayton Plaza Hotel located at 7750 Carondelet Ave. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for the silent auction followed by a luncheon at noon and a live auction at 1 p.m. Both the silent and live auction will feature a variety of designer and designer-inspired handbags, evening clutches, vintage pocketbooks, totes, carryalls and more. Auction items also include restaurant and spa gift certificates, as well as jewelry. Tickets are $50 per person, and reserved tables for 10 are available. For more information, call 314-726-5355 or register at http://www.handbags. operationfoodsearch.org.

Oct. 21: Reconnect with Scouting Family Day

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What’s new in Scouting in the St. Louis area? Learn all about it during the Greater St. Louis Area Council alumni association’s Reconnect With Scouting Family Day at Beaumont Scout Reservation at 6480 Beaumont Scout Reservation Drive in High Ridge from 3 - 5 p.m. Participants can enjoy fun activities for adults and children including a hayride tour of camp and new program areas. Dinner is available starting at 4 p.m. and there is no cost to attend. All family and friends are invited! Scouting alumni includes anyone positively and personally impacted by the Boy Scouts of America including former youth members, family members of Scouts past and present, Wood Badge alumni as well as community leaders and millions of Americans who benefit from Scouting in their communities every day. Please RSVP for the event by Oct. 12 to Jim Nolan at james.nolan@scouting.org or 314-256-3032.

Oct. 27: Rummage sale

Calvary United Church of Christ, at 2501 Hartland Avenue, is inviting the community to its Fall Rummage Sale. This is one week earlier than normal. Doors open at 8 a.m. For more information call 314-429-7464 Monday-Thursday from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Nov. 10: Meat shoots

Florissant Eagles, Aerie #3638 Meat Shoots will start on Sept. 8 and run through Nov. 10 at 15245 New Halls Ferry Rd. Shoots start at noon and rounds go fast so get there early. There is a length limit and 670 choke maximum. $3 per shot. $5 big money round. Beer specials. All are welcome.

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

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

Monthly: Free legal services

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

Weekdays: Food pantry volunteers needed

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

Weekdays: Volunteer drivers

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

Mondays: Choral Art Singers

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

Mondays: City council meetings

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

Mondays: Workshop meetings

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

Mondays: A cappella singers

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

Tuesdays: Chair Zumba

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

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

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

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

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

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

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

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

Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. -7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

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

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

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

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

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

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

Thursdays: Bingo

Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the fourth Thursday of each month from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.

Thursdays: Quilting guild

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

Thursdays: 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.

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Every Thursday City Voices Chorus, a women’s chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony, meets at Church of the Good Shepherd at 1166 S. Mason Rd. in St. Louis. Members come from the entire bi-state region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo 6:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo

2 p.m., Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752.

Fridays: Celebrate Recovery

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

Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic

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

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

On the fourth Saturday of each month, grief support meeting “A Way With Words Ministry” meets at 12:30 p.m. at Community Christ Fellowship, rear, at 121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 270 off Florissant Rd. There are a variety of topics monthly. You are not alone. Come help your heart heal with others. For more information call 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 between Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday in February and March in the spring and every Sunday in October through the second-to-last week in November in the fall - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded. Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.

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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. SUDOKU answers from page F-1

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

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

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1st 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.

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There is a new Frontier League Champion As most of you know the River City Rascals, your professional baseball team out of O’Fallon, dropped a tough series against the Joliet Slammers in the playoffs recently after leading the best-offive series two games to one. The Slammers opponent for the championship would be the Washington Wild Things, as both teams had the best record in the Frontier League at 54-42. The Slammers opened the 2018 campaign with five straight losses but won the most important last game in the championship to crown them the winner of the series. Joliet had won only one other championship that was in 2011. This series went five games as the team from Joliet raised the trophy in jubilation. * Congrats to the best Cougars sweep all their games on the field this week The St. Charles Community College (SCC) men and women soccer teams had a great week. The Lady Cougars went 2-0 on the week with a win over Parkland College by a final of 4-1 and a win over State Fair CC, 3-2 in overtime. The men’s team went 2-0 on the week with a win against Southwest Illinois CC in overtime, 4-3 and a win against State Fair CC by a final of 4-1. After speaking with men’s coach BJ Lancaster he stated, “This was an extremely important week for us. We needed two wins and we got them. I am proud of my guys for sticking together and getting the job done.” Both men and women will be back in action on Tuesday traveling to Hillsboro, Missouri to take on Jefferson CC. The men will also play this upcoming Saturday against Heartland CC in Normal, Illinois. * Thanks to Tim Brix, Director of Athletics at St. Charles Community College UMSL men‘s soccer pick up second straight victory This past Friday the University of Missouri-St.

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Louis traveled to Liberty, Missouri to take on the William Jewell club in the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC). There was only one goal scored in the contest that went the UMSL way making the ride home a little bit more enjoyable. Junior Magnus Anderson notched his second straight game-winner to help the Tritons soccer team to a 1-0 win against the Cardinals. Anderson one-timed it from inside the box into the far deep pocket of the goal off a free kick with 88:01 on the clock with junior Zach Druhe getting the assist. It was Anderson’s team-leading third goal of the year. This was there first road game of the season after opening the season with five home games. At this point in the young season the men’s team have won and lost three games and are 2-1 in the GLVC. Other mentions include Senior Oscar Gordillo with four shots with two on target. Junior Nedin Kudic made four saves, playing all 90 minutes in goal and recorded his second shutout in three starts. * Good start

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, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities.

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Simple Ham and Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches Cook time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4 Ingredients: 8 frozen prepared waffles, toasted 8 ounces sliced ham, any flavor 4 large eggs

4 slices cheddar or American cheese maple syrup (optional)

Directions: Prepare waffles according to package directions; keep warm. In nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook ham slices until lightly browned, about 30 seconds per side; keep warm. In same skillet over medium heat, fry eggs until desired doneness.

topping with remaining waffles to finish. Serve warm with maple syrup, if desired.

Lay out four waffles and top each with sliced cheese, ham and fried egg,

Tip: Try spreading fruit jam on your sandwich for a change of pace.

Baked Eggs in Avocado Cook time: 10 minutes | Servings: 6 Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray 3 large avocados 6 eggs

4 s trips thick cut bacon, diced and cooked until crispy 1 c up blue cheese 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Directions: Heat oven to 450 F. Spray baking sheet or glass baking pan with cooking spray. Cut avocados in half. Scoop out 1-2 tablespoons of avocado to create well for eggs. Place avocados flesh-side up on prepared baking sheet or glass pan.

intact. Bake 10 minutes, or until eggs reach desired temperature. Remove.

Gently crack one egg in each avocado well, making sure to keep yolk

Top with bacon pieces, blue cheese and cilantro.

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Social media part of the plots of “Searching,” “A Simple Favor”

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Last week, I wrote a column about “You’ve Got Mail,” a romantic comedy where the romance really took place via messages on America Online. Social media has grown by leaps and bounds since that movie debuted in 1998 thanks to companies such as Facebook and Twitter. These websites are a double-edged sword; however, allowing people to express their opinions, get into online arguments and sometimes lose their careers over what they posted. Social media also became an integral part of some recent movies as well. Look, for instance, at “Searching,” an intriguing new drama from director Aneesh Chaganty. John Cho plays David Kim, a widowed father desperately trying to find his missing daughter, Margot (Michelle La). With the help of social media sites, the film follows Mr. Kim as he backtracks through her emails, videos and other online postings for clues. Avoiding traditional camera shots, director Chaganty shows his characters on smartphones, computer monitors and video screens. John Cho does an excellent job conveying David Kim’s anguish on these devices as he searches for Margot. Imitating real life, Chaganty also adds running commentary from people on social media who wonder if he killed his own child. He’s being convicted in the court of public opinion without any evidence. “A Simple Favor” also deals with missing persons and social media, but with an ironic tone. Anna Kendrick plays Stephanie Smothers, a widowed mother who makes sitcom moms June

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Cleaver and Carol Brady look like negligent parents. Stephanie is an overachieving mother who volunteers for every bake sale and charity drive. She also has her own vlog (video blog) where she records helpful tips for other mothers. Stephanie’s life changes when she meets Emily Nelson (Blake Lively), a public relations director with a son of her own. The two moms becoming drinking buddies and friends, and Stephanie sometimes picks up Emily’s son after school. One day, however, her glamorous friend disappears without a trace and she gets worried and frantic.

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Stephanie’s grief and fear also bring her closer to Sean (Henry Golding), Emily’s husband. Directed by Paul Feig, key portions of “A Simple Favor” are told through Stephanie’s ambitious vlog. Normally devoted to baking ideas and homemaking tips, the video blog becomes a place where viewers learn more about Emily’s disappearance. Stephanie doesn’t hide her grief or frustration about her missing friend, and her viewership grows as the days go on. This supermom’s social status increases dramatically thanks to her posts. “Searching” and “A Simple Favor” make excellent use of social media to tell their respective stories. Yet, the technology does not overwhelm the plot. The Stephanie Smothers character uses microfiche copies of newspaper articles to find clues to Emily’s whereabouts. In the hands of these directors, social media is an effective moviemaking tool.

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

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Yeggs

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Crossword: Marine Life

‘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

hristmas came early this September aboard a flight across country. How could getting on a jet for a five-hour flight crammed like a pickle in a jar and usually seated next to a stranger with an acute case of tuberculosis who prefers to sneeze in my breathing space rather than a tissue, be like Christmas you ask? Excellent, extra-lengthy question. Let me explain… Recently, we were among the first passengers to board on our trip. Our seats were located in the back of the airplane. And by back I mean so far back we could touch the door to the bathroom, which is something you NEVER want to do unless you have a bottle of Purell handy. But unfortunately it was confiscated by TSA because, I guess, Purell bombs are a thing now. My husband got the aisle seat so he could have the luxury of stretching out one of his legs only to have it later flattened multiple times by the snack cart and tripped over by people heading to the bathroom. We waited as the plane filled. The window seat next to me had not yet been taken. A fleeting thought passed by; “Maybe no one would sit there.” “Shush,” I told myself. “You’ll jinx it. Now someone with nasal drip and a smelly llama service animal will end up sitting next to you.” But soon, the doors were locked and it became obvious, I would get extra space and not even have to pay for it. Jingle bells began to play in my mind.

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Sweet spaciousness. It was like an additional room added onto the house. I could bring in a loveseat and a few accent chairs, maybe squeeze in a bookcase; at the very least lift up the arm rest and roll into the fetal position for

a little catnap. And that’s just what I attempted to do. Did I mention we were in the back of the plane within earshot of the toilet flushers? Such a pleasant noise. I finally managed to fall into a fidgety slumber when it discharged. I was jolted awake in a panic by the vibrations of a supersonic turbo-flush. It sounded like one of the engines had been ripped off and blew up inside my eardrum. It appeared that the Grinch had stolen my early Christmas. But not so! Just when all seem lost, I found an extra peanut wedged in between my seat cushion. Jingle bells! Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

ACROSS 1. Capital of Tunisia 6. Gumshoe 9. “____, over here” 13. #18 Across, alt. sp. 14. Busy one 15. Misrepresent 16. “____ One” on a ticket 17. ____ ____ mode 18. Become hardened to 19. *Pinching crustacean 21. *SquarePants 23. *Female #19 Across 24. Frigid shipping hazard 25. Medicinal baths locale 28. Microsoft browser 30. Peter of Peter, Paul and Mary 35. Stay out of its way! 37. Like word of mouth 39. Truth, in the olden days 40. American Society for Clinical Investigation 41. *a.k.a. solvent of life 43. Title for Turkish leader 44. Woodwind mouthpieces 46. Large, prefix 47. Alexander Hamilton vs. Aaron Burr, e.g. 48. Alaskan archipelago 50. Agitate 52. Before, in verse

53. Fire starter, in a pinch 55. Lamb serving 57. *Star of Raffi’s song 60. *Where ocean meets river 64. Not a trick 65. Boozehound 67. It is best not mentioned 68. Eagle’s nest 69. Grass bristle 70. Japan to U.S. in WW2 71. Gwyneth, for short 72. Actress ____ Thompson 73. Official state sport of Wyoming DOWN 1. *Ocean color, bluish green 2. Ctrl + Z 3. Like after a novocaine shot 4. March marchers 5. Parlor piece 6. Alpine transport 7. *Snake-like fish 8. ____-fire 9. Teller’s partner 10. Terrestrial gastropod 11. Make children 12. Kickoff prop 15. Methane 20. Furnish with a fund

22. Be nosy 24. “Egg ____,” egg substitute 25. *Thresher ____ 26. Promenade in Spain 27. Formed a curve 29. SI unit of mass 31. Beatles’“Abbey ____” 32. “____ One: A Star Wars Story” 33. Not the same one 34. *Giant mammal 36. Calf-length skirt 38. Toy block 42. Train runners 45. “Yes, Sir!” gesture 49. Party barrel 51. It’s “sealed with a kiss” 54. Like allergy spray 56. *Excrement of sea birds 57. Tea or beer 58. Strange and spooky 59. Been in bed 60. Volcano in Sicily 61. Tucked in 62. Capital of bootshaped country 63. Walk-the-dog toy 64. “You’re it” game 66. Be obliged

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