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October 10, 2018

Building a future in Ferguson

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This artistic rendering shows the completed Teen Center of Excellence in Ferguson.

The St. Louis Boys & Girls Club of Greater St. Louis broke ground Sept. 13 on a $12.4 million Teen Center of Excellence in Ferguson Recipe, Movie & Sudoku.

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By Charlotte Beard Depending on the decade in which you were born, you will recall the existence of certain television programming that was an extension of classroom education or character grooming for childhood years. Some of those shows no longer exist, such as “The Electric Company,” “Letter People,” and “Zoom” (70s series).

And though there is a decline of some school programs or organizations that once offered additional mentoring to youth, one St. Louis establishment celebrated a milestone of 50 years in 2017 and is looking to expand its community presence within the next two years. The St. Louis Boys & Girls Club of Greater St. Louis has a total of 10 club locations, and broke ground Sept. 13 on a $12.4 million Teen Center of Excellence in Ferguson. The new site will be constructed

by KAI Design & Build on the grounds of the former Ferguson Ponderosa off West Florissant. Arcturis is the architect for the

project.

“We’re part of the federation of Boys & Girls Club of America which has a long history in meeting the needs of children and teens, particularly those that have the greatest need,” stated Dr. Flint Fowler, President.

“So, we’re not afraid to tackle challenging situations. We believe we have the programs and experiences in place to work with any child (whether) they have a great home environment (or) they don’t have a great home environment. If they have access to excellent education (or) if they attend schools that are challenged, our goal is to supplement and augment what they’re experiencing to help them connect with things that are going to make them successful long-term.”

Currently, Ferguson Middle School is one of the 10 locations for their club. It has weekend and summer hours, a teen center, and it provides meals. The current goal is to make the Teen Center open to ages 12 – 18.

Fowler said, “Our original plan was to build a traditional Boys & Girls Club in Ferguson serving ages six – 18. We started out in the middle school and we had such good success there that we kept that operation with the goal of starting the Teen Center. (Most) children who attend that middle school will be of age, so they can come to the Teen Center.

We’re trying to decide now whether it makes more sense to continue operating both sites separately or to combine those operations.”

The organization will recruit staff for the new site as well as allow current employees to apply for open positions.

“We see this has a chance to create new jobs,” shared Fowler, “particularly if we can target individuals who live in those communities surrounding the center, and a way to provide promotions and/or additional responsibilities for current staff members. There were limited See ‘FUTURE’ page 2

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opportunities around the Ferguson/Florissant School District, around the Riverview Garden School District, Normandy and Jennings schools. Given the rioting and the upheaval that occurred after Michael Brown was killed it became more evident that this was part of the county that was in desperate need of additional services. So, with that in mind and checking with the appropriate people, we realized this was a great spot to plant our youth development services and a great way to meet the needs of a good number of young people who for the most part did not have other options.”

To complete the building project of the Teen Center, the organization has launched a public fundraising campaign called “A Place to Become.” Donations are accepted online by visiting https://www.bgcstl.org/campaign.

Fowler shared, “The full goal is $25 million and of that (goal), $12.4 million has been set aside for the Teen Center construction and three years of operating revenue. Once you build the Teen Center you (must) have the lights turned on, gas and people that are working there. So, it’s important to not only build a state-ofthe-art facility but also be able to fund its operation for a couple of years while we keep the fundraising going.”

The rest of the funding would be spread to other parts of the community.

“Another portion of that money has gone to operate our schoolbased locations—two of those in the Ferguson/Florissant district (which are) the Ferguson Middle School, and Lee Hamilton Elementary School. The third site is Highland Elementary School which is in the Riverview Garden School District, a neighboring community. Both of those communities were impacted during the riots in August 2014. The additional amount is being used to support on-going operations where we consider sustainability.

We’re trying to raise money to add to our endowment that would generate additional resources in the future, based on the earnings from that fund that could go towards paying operating costs,” Fowler said.

Programming for the 26,856 square feet facility will include an emphasis on health and wellness (yoga, healthy habits, open gym, etc.), education and workforce development (college tours, ACT/ SAT prep, tutoring, etc.), STEAM (coding, app creation, robotics) and leadership and civic engagement (fine and performing arts, community service, applied arts).

“What really takes place as young people are participating in these programs and services,” stated Fowler, “is that they’re acquiring new skills as they get some insight into career opportunities, participate in summer jobs and work readiness. So as a program, the power is really in the relationships that are formed between the club members and staff and volunteers that work directly with them. I think most people can reflect on their upbringing; there’s one or two maybe four people that’s really impacted their lives. It could have been a teacher, coach, or a scout leader – someone that really helped to encourage them to move forward. That person was there to support them if they made a mistake, pick them back up, dust them off and encourage them to get back in the saddle. So, the programs and activities are important in that they help young people to prepare for their future. But we’re placing just as much emphasis on the quality of staff people and volunteers that we bring to the center to interact with our young people.”

Amenities of the three-level facility will include a nutrition education center, outdoor garden, gym, intellectual commons, teen lounge, auditorium, outdoor basketball and activity court, music and art studio, office space and innovation center.

For more information on the 2019/20 school year project completion, visit www.bgcstl.org/campaign.

CORRECTION In the Oct. 3 edition of the St. Louis County Community News in the story “History of a home,” the photos on the front cover were incorrectly attributed to Charlotte Beard. The photos were instead submitted. The Community News regrets the error.

COMMUNITY VOICES Take care of this stuff and it will take care of you

By Michael Stein I have been working in the heating and cooling industry for over 35 years and the amount of change going on now is more than ever. Freon has been phased out and outright outlawed. If you have a 10-yearold AC then it probably will need to be replaced when it breaks as opposed to repair due to the ban on Freon/R22. The new refrigerant will not work in the old equipment. These new systems can save you lots of money on your utilities and rock your world on comfort but there are some big differences between the old systems and the new ones. This is the reason I really advise that everyone have an established a good working relationship with a heating and cooling company you trust.

The heating and cooling equipment in your home is truly mission critical to you. It’s like your car when it breaks, everything stops till it’s fixed. In St. Louis you can’t live without a working furnace or AC. The equipment in your home is a

machine and it needs maintenance. Most people think nothing to take their car in for an oil and lube every 3,000 miles, but don’t service their AC and furnace for a decades and then wonder why it’s broke.

All machines need maintenance; just like your car, the more care, cleaning and lubrication you do, the longer it will last and use a lot less electricity. According to industry studies a typical furnace and AC will last an additional eight years on average with maintenance. Also, according to Ameren, you will save up to 30 percent on your electric bills so a good job of maintenance on your system will actually more than pay for itself in additional life and lower bills.

Most heating and cooling companies will have a preventative maintenance program that will include a twice-a-year visit; spring for the AC and fall for the furnace.

I highly recommend that since you will establish a good working relationship, you avoid a lot of potential problems which

get resolved before it becomes an unexpected breakdown, and it will save you on your gas and electric bills by a substantial amount.

In short, if you want your unit to last, keep bills down and avoid unnecessary costly breakdowns get a preventative maintenance plan on your equipment. I do recommend a licensed or NATE Certified Technician since they are up to date with the modern equipment and have the proper training.

Michael Stein is the Project Manager at Classic Air Care.

He and his wife of 34 years have two daughters, two sons and four grandchildren. He has lived in Bridgeton for 31 years.

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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Florissant Fine Arts Council announces 2018-2019 Applause/Applause Series lineup

“Luisa Marshall’s Simply The Best: A Tina Turner Tribute” will be part of the 2018-2019 Applause/Applause Series.

The 44th season of the Applause/Applause Series spans the funny to the dramatic, the musical to the comical and is full of all-around quality entertainment. For more information about the Applause/Applause Series you can call the Florissant Civic Theatre Box Office 314-921-5678 or visit www.florissantfinearts.com or www.florissantmo. com.

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Oct. 26 – 7:30 p.m. “The Headless Hessian of Sleepy Hollow And Other American Horror Stories”: The intrepid actors of WVI Radio Theatre are back, this time with a series of classic American horror stories including one by Edgar Allen Poe, a creative retelling of the Lizzie Borden axe murders, and of course a re-imagining of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

Four actors, live sounds effects, and original music transport you back to 1946 when the imagination created horrors for more vivid then any that might actually be lurking in your living room…or your radio station!

Dec. 8 – 7:30 p.m. “Luisa Marshall’s Simply The Best: A Tina Turner Tribute”: Superstar Tina Turner, born Anna Bullock and a graduate of Sumner High School, got her 1956 start in St. Louis night clubs beginning a life-long career which landed her an award at the 2005 Kennedy Center Honors. Luisa Marshall captures Tina’s life in this tribute show, developed over 16 years and now toured around the world. From Tina’s days with Ike Turner to her breakthrough Grammy – winning album “Private Dancer,” to her latest greatest hits collections, Luisa Marshall lends her unique and explosive style to this new groundbreaking show.

Feb. 10, 2019 – 2 p.m. “The St. Louis Musicians Orchestra Featuring Vocalists Charles Glenn

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and Patricia Scanlon”: Twenty great musicians from the St. Louis Symphony and the orchestra pit for the Fabulous Fox will make up the band on stage for the night of great theatre music. Charles Glenn is the son of an accomplished opera singer. Charles received early musical training in both voice and percussion. Charles has utilized both his strong vocal and percussion talents as the opening act for such national groups as Smokey Robinson, Huey Lewis and the News, and the Allman Brothers. Charles can often be seen and heard singing the National Anthem for the St. Louis Blues home games. Patricia Scanlon has been a soloist, cover soprano, and section leader for 14 years with the St. Louis Symphony Chorus. She is also a soloist with the St. Louis Theatre Musicians Orchestra since 2003 and has worked extensively with the Florissant Northwinds Concert Band and the Hawthorne Players of Florissant.

April 28, 2019 –2 p.m. Nate King Cole’s “An Unforgettable Century”: starring the vocal artistry of Joe Bourne and his jazz trio. If you close your eyes and let the soft elegant music envelope you, it will be as though Nat King Cole himself has stepped up to the microphone when Joe Bourne claims the music. Bourne has been winning over music fans for years with his smooth, soft baritone voice, perfectly emulating the legendary Nat King Cole with the same quiet dignity style. The year 2019 will mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Nat King Cole, an unforgettable way to celebrate his life.

FFAC promotes the Applause/Applause Series with financial support from our members, Missouri Arts Council, a state agency, the Regional Arts Commission, the Employees Committee Fund of Boeing and the city of Florissant.

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Museum at Gateway Arch National Park to screen ‘Monument to the Dream’ with live orchestra At 8 p.m. on Oct. 27, St. Louis musicians will gather in the new museum at Gateway Arch National Park for a special screening of the digitally restored “Monument to the Dream,” Charles Guggenheim’s esteemed documentary film about the building of the Arch.

The screening, which will mark the 50th anniversary of the film’s nomination for an Academy Award in the best “Documentary Short” category, will be accompanied by a live performance of its musical score, which was composed by Robert Wykes, professor emeritus of music at Washington University in St. Louis.

The performance will draw together top local musicians under the baton of Darwin Aquino, who recently was appointed conductor of the Washington University Symphony Orchestra.

The event also will feature a new concert arrangement of Wykes’s score for a second Guggenheim production, “Time of the West,” a documentary about 19th-century expansion west of the Mississippi.

“Viewing the ‘Monument to a Dream’ documentary has become a much-loved tradition for visitors of the Gateway Arch,” says Eric Moraczewski, executive director of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation. “The film brings to life the awe-inspiring efforts of the tradespeople who brought the monument from vision to reality. Watching the documentary

with a live orchestra will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”

The performance is presented by the National Park Service, in partnership with Washington University Department of Music in Arts & Sciences and the Gateway Arch Park Foundation, with the assistance of Guggenheim Productions, Inc. Admission is free, but tickets are required for entrance. Limited upper-level seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve, call 314-935-6543.

Arch Builders’ Reunion Also on Oct. 27, the National Park Service will host its annual Arch Builders’ Reunion to honor the many engineers, tradesmen and support staff who contributed to the construction of the Gateway Arch from 1963 to 1965. The gathering, which is free and open to the public, will be held at the museum 10:30 a.m. to noon. Arch builders will share memories and inspire current and future generations about the tenacity of their work ethic and their feats of engineering and craftsmanship that are showcased in the vintage footage of the film.

The combination of the Arch Builders’ Reunion and the evening concert offers the St. Louis community a special arts experience that highlights the role of St. Louis in American history.

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VFW Post 4105 hosted 9-11 ceremony on 17th anniversary of attacks A large crowd was in attendance again this year as Florissant Mayor Thomas P. Schneider was invited to give the keynote address at VFW Post 4105 ceremony on Sept. 11 at 410 Rue St. Francois to reflect on the 17th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon by terrorists.

Also invited to speak were Florissant Police Chief Tim Lowery, Florissant Fire Chief Scott Seppelt, Photo courtesy city of Florissant American Legion Post 444 Commander Bill Schnarr From the World Bird Sanctuary is Liberty, an and Deputy Director American Bald Eagle.

Brendan Fahey from U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill’s Office.

All of the veteran and service organizations that service the Florissant area were represented at this event to gather in remembrance of those who perished on that infamous day. The Florissant, Hazelwood and St. Louis County Police Departments and the Florissant Valley and Black Jack Fire Departments were sent special invitations to attend to acknowledge the ultimate sacrifice their New York comrades made that day.

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The 21st Annual Florissant Old Town Fall Festival is set for Sunday, Oct. 14 Florissant Old Town Partners and the city of Florissant, along with the entertainment sponsors, the Florissant Fine Arts and Employees Community Fund of Boeing, host the Florissant Old Town Fall Festival on rue St. Francois each year on the second Sunday in October. In past years over 30,000 visitors attended the weekend events and this is expected to be the biggest and best ever.

The Old Town Fall Festival kicks off at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14 and runs until 5 p.m. on rue St. Francois Street in the heart of Old Town Florissant. Eleven full blocks from Florissant Road down to the St. Ferdinand Shrine are closed off for this event. All side streets will be blocked off to accommodate the festival. The street will be filled with activities for everyone with over 150 booths including a full craft fair area, games to play, sale items, food and beverages. There will be old favorites like the chili cook-off, the wine garden, pumpkin decorating and entertainment on almost every block.

FIDO FOLLIES DOG CONTEST: Everyone’s favorite event, the Fido Follies dog show, returns and will be located at the Government Center at 1055 rue St. Francois at the very top of the street. This is a dog-friendly event, water bowls will be provided on every block. Bring your furry friends (properly licensed and leashed, of course) and enter them in the dog show. We have categories such as smallest dog, best kisser, best costume, best trick and largest dog to name a few.

FREE CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES: Once again, if you are looking for the Children’s Hands-On art projects sponsored by the Hazelwood Head Start Program, it will be up at the top of St. Francois on the City Hall lawn. Children will have the opportunity to create their own masterpiece with the help of volunteer teachers.

FREE CHILD IDENTIFICATION KITS: The Florissant Police Department, in conjunction with MOCHIPS, will be offering child identification kits free of charge. They will be set up in the Council Chambers near the Children’s HandsOn art at City Hall.

CRAFT FAIR: Want to get an early jump on Holiday Shopping? The craft fair continues to grow each year. More than 60 crafters show off their talents with their hand-crafted works for you to browse and shop. The craft fair is located near City Hall and Bank of America.

CAR SHOW: The Police Welfare Association is back again this year to host a car show on the Knights of Columbus Grounds on the day of the festival. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Florissant Police Department Canine Program.

SHRINE ACTIVITIES: Be sure to visit St. Ferdinand Shrine and make a donation to the Save the Shrine Campaign and participate in activities sponsored by the Friends of Old St. Ferdinand.

ENTERTAINMENT: The concert at the Lawyers Building in the 100 Block of St. Francois this year will be the Ralph Butler Band on the band shell. The concert is presented by the Florissant Fine Arts Council with support from the Missouri Arts Council and Regional Arts Commission on Sunday afternoon. Performances will be at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

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Life Care Center of Florissant 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. Florissant, MO 63033 314-831-3752 www.lcca.com Magic Razor 631 rue St. Francois Florissant, MO 63031 314-839-6576 Facebook@MagicRazorbarbershop McClain Chiropractic Health & Injury Dr. Kevin McClain 2640 No. Hwy. 67 | Florissant, MO 63033 314-838-6083 Miami Grill 12925 New Halls Ferry Florissant, MO 63033 314-839-444 | www.miamigrill.com Midwestern Termite & Pest Control 700 rue St. Francois Florissant, MO 63031 314-838-1121

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FREE SHUTTLE: A shuttle will be provided free of charge on St. Catherine for those festival patrons who have difficulty navigating the St. Francois hill. The FLERT bus will be transporting festival patrons

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800 Block Men of Harmony • Fragrance Oils/Kids Toys • Craft Fair •

Clark 700 Block • Lularoe • Tupperware • DK Dance Studio

700 Block Food Booths • Mary Kay • Wine Garden • Free Massages •

• North Councty Big Band • BBQ and Drinks • Rest Area

rue North Lafayette 600 Block Food Booths • Sponsor Booth • 1 Picnic Table •

500 Block Flea Market • Clown/ Face Painting • 2 Picnic Tables • Snowcones/Gus’Pretzels •

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900 Block • Craft Fair • Kettle Corn

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1000 Block • Funnel Cakes • North County Political Booths

Shuttle Service on St. Catherine

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600 Block • Pony Rides • Chilly Billies • Dan Sproat • Doo Wop Band

• Dennis Schilago • Pumpkin Decorating • Story Teller • Food Booths

rue North Jefferson 500 Block • Chalk Wall • Simply Positive Play

rue North St. Jacques Music House • BBQ/Flea Market • Food Booth •

400 Block Usborne Books • Spices • Scentsy •

400 Block • Amore Pizza & Soda • Greater NC Chamber • Food Booths • Dogs on Duty - Service Dog Support

rue St. Jean 300 Block Thirty-One personal bags gifts • Veterans • Paparazzi Jewelry • Cotton Candy • Pampered Chef • Berkshire Hathaway • Perfectly Posh • Food Booth • 200 Block Food Booths • Cook Books • Toys, Bubbleguns, Sunglasses • Henna Tattoos

300 Block • Bucket List • Food Booth • Coalition for Life St. Louis • Arsenal Credit Union

rue St. Pierre 200 Block • Buchannan Brothers • Drinks • Frozen Fun Express • Sidewalk Chalk & Kids Games

rue St. Ferdinand Asphalt Army LLP • Origami Owl •

TraveLink Rhonda Link 1147 N. Hwy. 67, Rallo Plaza Florissant, MO 63031 314-831-5465 Visit us on Facebook: Travelink

from block to block on St. Catherine which is one street over from St. Francois. There will be signs directing you to the stops.

Come to the historic Old Town area of Florissant for a great day of entertainment

100 Block Kincaid Puppets • Fire Department • Lipsense • Mary Kay •

100 Block • Christian Hospital Ambulance • CERT • Chili Cook Off • Band Shell • Empanadas • Valley of Flowers • Race for Shrine

rue St. Charles • Police Association Car Show • Shrine Activities • Flint Knapping • Antique Tractor Display • Re-enactment • Restrooms

St. Ferdinand Shrine

for the whole family. For more information or to join the activities please call the Old Town Partners office at 314-837-0033 or visit the website at www.florissantoldtown. com and click on the Fall Festival link.

The Fall Festival is hosted by Florissant Old Town Partners and the city of Florissant. As of this publication the sponsors of the festival are:

Corporate Sponsors: Baronwood Kennels, Christian Hospital, Kaybee Electric, Pyramid Home Health Services, Bath Fitter, Click Heating and Cooling, Florissant Glass, Dooley’s Florist and Gifts, Meridian Waste and Applied Scholastics Community Sponsors: Nimmons Wealth Management, Family Pride Contracting, LLC and Sam’s Club of Florissant Neighborhood Sponsors: Boyle Law Firm, Coalition for Life St. Louis, Complete Auto Body, Florissant Glass, Goldkamp Heating & Cooling, Stems Florist, Team, Improved Performance Inc. and Rock Paper Scissors Salon View up-to-date sponsor list at www.florissantoldtown.com

Look for Florissant Old Town Partners and like them on Facebook for continuous updates.

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Oct. 10: Karaoke

Oct. 12: Country fried steak or meatloaf dinner

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 informa-

Country fried steak or meatloaf dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support

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

Oct. 12: Food Truck Knight

The Knights of Columbus Duchesne Council #2951 and the city of Florissant will be co-sponsoring the last food truck knight of the year from 5 to 9 p.m. on the lot near the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine located at 50 rue St. Francois. The trucks will serve until 8 p.m. and the band Decades Apart will perform until 9 p.m. The truck line up for the evening is: Andrew’s Bayou Ribs, The Southerner, Sarah’s Cake Stop, Kona Ice, 2 Girls 4 Wheels, Zia’s Food Truck, Steak Louie, Slice of the Hill, Slide Piece, Angie Burger, Frankly Sausage, FarmTruk, Destination Desserts and Locoz Tacos. Proceeds will benefit local nonprofit charities including the TEAM Food Pantry. Patrons are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for collection barrels that will be on site.

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. 13: 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.

Oct. 13-14: Flea market:

Flea market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, on Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on Oct 14 from 12 to 5 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Oct.17: 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.

Oct. 19: Halloween dance and costume party

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A Halloween dance and costume party takes place from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at the John F Kennedy Center in Florissant for fifth-through-eighth graders and is cosponsored by the Florissant Parks and Recreation Department and D.A.R.E. This will be a night of fun and dancing. Pizza and soda are included along with a DJ, candy, games and prizes. Costumes are strongly encouraged. Tickets are $5 for residents and $7 for non-residents.

Tickets required upon entry. No tickets available at event. Tickets are on sale at JFK and JJE centers. For additional information call 314-921-4250.

Oct. 19: Pork steak dinner

Pork steak dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St.

Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Oct. 20: Diversity program

The Ferguson-Florissant Branch of the American Association of University Women is sponsoring a program that highlights the diversity in North County. The program “North County – Rich in Multiculturalism” will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at St. Mark’s Methodist Church, at 315 Graham Road in Florissant. The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. The panelists are Ruffina Farrokh Anklesaria, Sister Mary Michael McCulla and Sousan Darwech. After the presentation there will an opportunity to ask questions. For more information call 314-355-1125, 314-517-8973 or 314-921-7109.

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

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 314256-3032.

Oct. 24: 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 informa-

tion call 314-831-6121.

Oct. 26: Chicken dinner

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

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.

Oct. 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.

Nov. 3: Road rally fundraiser

Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis, a volunteer organization for business and professional women, is pleased to announce its first Road Rally fundraiser and is looking for participants and sponsors.

Participants in the Road Rally will leave from the Knights of Columbus grounds beginning at 10 a.m. and embark on a journey through Florissant and Hazelwood. The Road Rally will end at an undisclosed location where the fun will continue with lunch, live music provided by Dennis Schilligo and activities for the young and young at heart. The entry fee is $50 per car up to four adults and $10 for each additional adult (kids under 12 free). Each team must have a least two people, a driver and a navigator.

This is a family friendly event, no pets or alcohol allowed. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams.

This is not a race. Turn by turn instructions are clear and concise with fun riddles and witty route specific questions between turns. The emphasis is on safety, accuracy, observation and fun. Sponsors are also needed to make this a successful event. Sponsorship levels are VW Bug $100, Jeep $250, Escalade $500 and Tesla $1,000. Complete rules, registration and additional information including sponsorship benefits are available on Soroptimist’s website, Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

Nov. 10: Craft fair

Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Church, at 150 N. Elizabeth Ave. in Ferguson, is inviting you to their First Annual Craft Fair. Doors open from 10 a.m.

- 2 p.m. Crafters are needed. Please contact Laura Steinmann at Laurasteinmann@yahoo.com or cell 314488-0527.

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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RECURRING EVENTS 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

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.

Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed

Community Action Agency of St. Louis County is in need of volunteers to stock shelves, sort food shipments and pack bags for Food Pantry Clients Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Two to four hour shifts are available. If you are interested, please contact Cheryl Piece at 314-446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.

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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.

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al American Legion Post 335, at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Community Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd.

Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

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

Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting

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Chapter 794 Vietnam Veterans Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant. Meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

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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, 314-8315476.

Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memori-

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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

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Hazelwood teacher wins teacher of the year award

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Jamestown Elementary School teacher, Sara Berghoff received the state-wide D.A.R.E. Teacher of the Year Award.

Berghoff was nominated by Officer Jeffries.

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Vantage supports educational employees with new contest Vantage Credit Union has launched “Impact Education,” a contest for local educational employees during the month of October.

The contest will provide five cash prizes to winners who show how the prize money will benefit their school, students or professional development.

“Working closely with educators, we regularly hear of the need to enhance learning opportunities, complete projects or obtain training,” said Rachel Parrent, Director of Marketing and Business Intelligence at Vantage. “To demonstrate our full support of education, Vantage created this new opportunity to provide the funding needed for local educational initiatives.”

Impact Education is offering five cash prizes: two $500 prizes, two $1,000 prizes, and one

grand prize of $2,000. Entrants must visit www. vcu.com/impact-education and submit a video no longer than 60 seconds, explaining how they would use the funds to positively impact education in their school or professional development.

The contest runs through Oct. 30. Entries will be accepted until Oct. 15, then voting will commence. Entrants can encourage their friends, family, students or anybody else to visit the website and vote for their entry. After the voting period ends, the entries with the most votes will be declared the winners.

“Vantage is proud of our connection to the educational community,” Parrent said. “We value any opportunities to support educators.

We feel that Impact Education is a great way to give back.”

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Recipe:

What’s in the can may surprise you Chipotle Pumpkin Black Bean Chili

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Recipe courtesy of the Canned Food Alliance Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 60-70 minutes | Servings: 4-6 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 rib celery, chopped 2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 can (28 ounces) no-salt added canned diced tomatoes 1 cup canned pureed pumpkin 1 cup no-salt-added canned chicken broth 1 can no-salt-added canned black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (12 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added chicken, drained 1 chipotle in adobo sauce, finely chopped 1 teaspoon brown sugar salt, to taste 2 green onions, finely chopped lime wedges, for serving Nutritional information per serving: 240 calories; 6 g fat; 35 mg cholesterol; 210 mg sodium; 29 g carbohydrates; 8 g fiber; 8 g sugar; 18 g protein; 7,390 IU vitamin A; 35 mg vitamin C; 98 mg calcium; 3.2 mg iron.

In Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions, celery, jalapenos, garlic, cumin, oregano and pepper. Cook, stirring, 5-8 minutes, or until vegetables soften. Add tomato paste and cook 2 minutes.

Add tomatoes, pumpkin puree, chicken broth, black beans, chicken, chipotles and brown sugar.

Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 1 hour, or until chili thickens. Add salt, to taste.

Garnish with green onions and serve with lime wedges.

Tip: Add preferred canned beans, such as white kidney beans, pinto or Romano beans, in place of or in addition to black beans.

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It’s not too early to talk about holiday movies

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I’ve seen memes online threatening boycotts (or worse) against retailers who put Christmas decorations on sale before Halloween. While I can understand the logic and frustration behind those sentiments, I always love to look ahead to see what movies will be coming to theaters for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

On Nov. 16, Newt Scamander and company return in “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald,” the sequel to the 2016 adventure from “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling.

The core cast members are back but other casting choices raised some eyebrows. For instance, Johnny Depp, who played dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald in the first movie, reprises his role, but allegations of domestic abuse in real life have some fans up in arms.

A more recent “Fantastic Beasts” revelation involves actress Claudia Kim, who plays the role of Nagini. Those familiar with Rowling’s body of work know that Nagini is the name of Lord Voldemort’s snake that eats at least two characters in the novels. In this movie, Nagini is a human woman with a blood curse that will ultimately transform her into a snake forever.

Some fans already are questioning the casting of an Asian woman in such a subservient role.

On Dec. 19, Disney fans get to unwrap “Mary Poppins Returns” before Christmas morning.

After the real-life events outlined in 2013’s “Sav-

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tally attacked outside a bar and lost most of his memories. Using his creative talents, he builds a miniature town that helps heal his physical and psychological wounds.

Ultimately, he must face his attackers in a court of law. Photographs of Hogencamp’s incredible work can be seen in the book “Welcome to Marwencol.”

Jason Momoa made quite an impression in “Justice League” and he returns this Christmas in a solo “Aquaman” film.

Shows like “Family Guy” and “The Big Bang Theory” poked fun at the comic book “Welcome to Marwen” photo courtesy DreamWorks character, but Momoa’s interpretation of him is anything but weak. As the king of ing Mr. Banks,” it seemed unlikely that the stu- Atlantis, Aquaman must defend the oceans and dio would ever release a sequel to the beloved its creatures from those who live on the surface.

The holidays are a great time to go to the the1964 classic. A perfectly cast Emily Blunt plays Mary Poppins, who returns to help the now ful- ater, and these films are a real gift from Hollyly-grown Banks children work their way through wood this year. another domestic crisis.

Dec. 21 will see the release of three other Born and raised in South high-profile films. Set in the “Transformers” St. Louis, Steve Bryan is universe, “Bumblebee” follows the adventures now based in Anaheim, of the shape-changing Autobot in 1987. Charlie California, and has been Watson, played by Hailee Steinfeld, befriends the allowed access to movie Transformer, but they are soon pursued by gov- and television sets to see ernment agents who want to capture him. After actors and directors at some weak entries, this movie could be a shot in work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. the arm for the entire “Transformer” franchise.

Louis, Steve is, at heart, Steve Carell positions himself for awards sea- still the same wide-eyed kid son in “Welcome to Marwen.” The actor plays who spent countless hours watching classic movies real-life artist Mark Hogancamp who was bru- at neighborhood theaters.

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Yeggs

John Hanna

Crossword: Civics Lesson

‘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 My neighbor’s daughter just had a bouncing baby boy.

Gone are those days for me. My reproductive apparatus has long ago dried up and turned to beef jerky. (Apologies to anyone who will never again be able to nibble on that tasty meat by-product without thinking of my lady parts.)

I’d been watching this cute mommy-to-be from afar during her baby bump’s nine-month expansion. So of course, after the delivery, I brought over dinner. And not just any tuna casserole from a box would do; I save that time-consuming specialty for my family on Christmas Day. No. Something even better – a gigantic Sam’s Club rotisserie chicken.

For those who sadly don’t know what I’m talking about, these things are the size of teenage turkeys – unnaturally huge. Now I’m not saying they’ve been pumped up with steroids, mainly because I don’t want my membership cancelled, so let’s just say they’ve been fed extremely well.

I’m convinced these hens were required to indulge in non-stop consumption of bacon cheesecake milkshakes, after which, they sat themselves on their overstuffed roosts all day watching “chick flicks” (See what I did there? Chicken… chick. No need for applause.) Continuing. This then allowed the feathery fowls to pile on layer upon layer of fat juicy thigh meat. While this regimen could very well be a rehash of my entire summer, it is in reality, the secret behind these plump delicacies.

Afterwards, they are skewered onto a spit and rotisserized for hours above flames until golden brown and succulent.

I presented this delicious delight to the new mom as I recalled those days long ago of morning sickness, back pain, urgent potty runs, waddle-walking, stretch marks, and the smells: oh, the horrendous smells. My nose passages were hypersensitive.

To this day I can’t use a certain bath soap without gag reflex because it brings back memories of taking early morning showers to ward off early morning nausea. And raw hamburger! Who even knew hamburger smelled?! But it did and it smelled raw, and cow-ish and bloody and bleh!

I reminded her that after the rigors she’d been through, she was allowed to tear into the chicken and leave behind only the mangled carcass.

(Which is a much better description of my reproductive apparatus.) You all can go back to eating your beef jerky. You’re welcome.

Chicken delight

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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17. “____ to Joy” 18. Subside 19. *____ election for choosing a party representative 21. *Alternative to electoral 23. Am is to I as ____ is to we 24. At the summit 25. ____-been 28. *One is a quarter of a Presidential term 30. Serfs of ancient Sparta 35. Lode deposits 37. Fireplace conduit 39. Stitch again 40. It’s hard to resist 41. Relating to certain Hindu philosophy 43. #33 Down, alt. sp.

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24. Salad green 25. *Lower chamber of Congress 26. Orderly arrangement 27. Smooth transition 29. Soothing plant gel 31. Classic game show “____ Make a Deal” 32. Willow twig 33. Conical dwelling 34. *____ state 36. Unload 38. Michael Collins’ country 42. Owned apartment 45. *Party’s list of candidates 49. Buck’s mate 51. “Get rid of” button 54. Desire something 56. Inflammatory swelling 57. Sandwich alternative 58. Bank on 59. At any time 60. “Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me” band, The ____ 61. Give a traffic ticket 62. Makes mistakes 63. STEM enthusiast?

64. Whirlpool 67. *Rule of ____

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