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October 11, 2017

A lifetime of service

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Photo courtesy William Greenblatt Sister Judy Bell currently serves as part of the leadership congregation team with the Franciscan Sisters of Mary, as well as Board President of The Sarah Community nursing home in Bridgeton.

Celebrated senior has spent her life healing others physically and spiritually By Sara Hardin St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors is celebrating its 15th annual Ageless-Remarkable St. Louisans Gala on Oct. 28 at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. The event honors those over the age of 75 who dedicate their time and energy to bettering their communities, advocating or volunteering for charitable causes, or otherwise acting as a positive influence on the lives of those around them. Among this year’s celebrated individuals is Sister Judy Bell, who currently serves as part of the leadership congregation team with the Franciscan Sisters of Mary, as well as Board President of The Sarah Community nursing home in Bridgeton. Bell, who worked for more than 50 years as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner, came to St. Louis in 1958 from her hometown in southern Indiana to join the nursing program at St. Louis University. Bell has offered her healing instincts to countless individuals in need over the length of her career, and considers the gift to so positively affect others to be a privilege in itself. “The rewarding work is being present to people who really have a need,” said Bell. “Sometimes you can empower them to do things for themselves. Other times you have to make a referral that they get the appropriate care. There are other times when I

am the conduit for them just to be able to express concerns about healthcare or family issues. Part of it just understanding where the person is coming from, the issues that are impacting their lives, being that listening ear at times, and also just that sense of presence. Sometimes that leads to prayers, other times it’s just a matter of the gentle touch of holding hands. Other times it’s just affirming them as to the person they are, and encouraging them to be accepting of God’s presence in their lives.” As part of the nurse practitioner certificate program at Arizona State University between 1995 and 1996, Bell completed her 13-month clinical rotation on the Pima Indian Reservation, offering her skills to those living on the reservation’s grounds. Her work has also taken her to Appalachia, where she was able to make a difference in the area’s healthcare opportunities available to women. “When I was a nurse practitioner in Appalachia, Kentucky, the physician that I worked with asked me to take over the women’s health care program,” said Bell. “Within a year’s time we were able to increase the percentage of women coming into that program by almost 67 percent. That’s one of my areas of great satisfaction, is being able to make a

difference not only by my presence, but by what I was able to bring to them that would better their lives and their lifestyle.” Bell was nominated to be honored as an Ageless-Remarkable St. Louisan by her friend Diane Meatheany, who got to know Bell over the course of working with her for 20 years. Meatheany, who worked with St. Andrew’s for 23 years, worked closely with Bell during the development of The Sarah Community. Her observation of Bell’s commitment to the residents of The Sarah Community and the holistic care she provided them with led to a nomination that Meatheany considered to be a no-brainer. “She’s just phenomenal,” said Meatheany. “She’s very selfless, she loves what she does. Everything she does she gives with her whole heart and her mind. She has a wonderful background of being great in leadership and also being a great clinician. She has a compassion for not only the residents, but also the staff that she works with. She really brings a healing presence to everyone that she works with. So, it was an easy choice. I made one nomination and I wrote from my heart about her. She just embodies everything that I know that we look for when we think of a nominee.” See ‘SERVICE’ page 2

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COMMUNITY VOICES Early detection for prostate and breast cancers truly is your best medicine By Rick L. Stevens Every fall my wife, Malette, and I are reminded of the importance of getting screened for prostate and breast cancers. And with those reminders come reflections of those we know, some very dear to us, who have been affected by these cancers. The underlying message that always comes through loud and clear is the importance of early detection. The American Cancer Society recommends that men have an annual prostate screening at age 50 if at average risk; at age 45 if at high-risk, which includes African-American men and men who have a firstdegree relative (father, brother or son) diagnosed with prostate cancer at an early age (younger than age 65); and age 40 if at an even higher risk with more than one first-degree relative diagnosed with prostate cancer at an early age. Screenings should continue annually on men in good health who are expected to live at least 10 more years. Women who are at average risk of developing breast cancer are recommended by the American Cancer Society to start getting screened yearly between the ages of 45-54 and women 55 and older Get your event or good news published in Community News: email your information in calendar and article formats to editor@mycnews.com.

can continue with yearly exams or switch to every other year. Screenings should continue as long as a woman is in good health and is expected to live 10 more years or longer. Women who are at high risk for breast cancer (personal history or strong family history of breast cancer, a genetic mutation known to increase risk, have had chest radiation therapy between the ages of 10-30, or have first-degree relatives with one of the known breast-related syndromes) should get an MRI and a mammogram every year beginning at age 30. Catching cancer early often allows for more treatment options. Some early cancers may have signs and symptoms that can be noticed, but that’s not always the case. There are two very important community screening opportunities this month that will – without a doubt – save somebody’s life with early detection of either prostate or breast cancer. The Christian Hospital Foundation is hosting a mammo-thon to provide 100 mammograms from 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15, at Northwest HealthCare. Women age 40 and older who haven’t

had a mammogram in the past few years are encouraged to participate. If someone can’t afford a mammogram or has no insurance, the foundation may be able to help. Reservations are required by call 1-855-953-9355 and please make sure to mention the mammo-thon. Today more than ever it’s important for everyone to be empowered and educated in order to take charge of one’s own health. If you or a loved one falls into the parameters of getting screened for either of these cancers, please take action today and schedule a screening. Until next time, best wishes for your good health! Rick L. Stevens is President of Christian Hospital. 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.

Red Cross opens ‘Hurricane Hub’ in St. Louis The American Red Cross of Eastern Missouri has opened a “Hurricane Hub” at its St. Louis headquarters to help people in Florida affected by Hurricane Irma. The hub is currently only one of three locations across the country that will provide remote casework for hurricane survivors. Volunteer caseworkers will connect people affected by Hurricane Irma with additional resources and referrals to help them start the recovery process. They will also make sure the survivors are registered with FEMA for further assistance. The hub will be staffed by 10 volunteers, 10 hours a day, for the next four to six weeks.

So far, the St. Louis “Hurricane Hub” is working through 130 cases, with hundreds more expected to come through in the coming weeks. “This remote casework hub is one more way St. Louis will help the people affected by these devastating storms,” said Cindy Erickson, Regional CEO. “Volunteers from hundreds of miles away will be able to connect hurricane survivors with the resources they need to recover.” In addition to remote casework, the Red Cross of Eastern Missouri has sent 121 disaster relief workers to Texas, Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands since the first hurricane

hit in late August. Eastern Missouri also sent truckloads of relief supplies as well as tens of thousands of ready-to-eat meals to support this response effort. “Amazing volunteers have been leaving home for two or three weeks to work 16hour days and sleep in shelters,” said Cindy Erickson. “They are the Red Cross. Volunteers allow us to accomplish our mission during these major disasters and every day at home.” The American Red Cross of Eastern Missouri is a proud member agency of the United Way, which makes significant investments every year in Red Cross services.

‘SERVICE’ from cover As board chair with The Sarah Community, Bell continues to strive for the nursing home’s excellent reputation and quality of care. Her efforts don’t go unnoticed by either the community’s staff or its residents, all of whom are consistently on the receiving end of Bell’s care and dedication. “I’ve only known Judy in her work with helping with seniors, and she’s just tireless,” said Meatheany. “I think everyone who knows Sister Judy knows her qualities. As board chair, she knows quality and wants to see The Sarah Community maintain their excellence. They have the highest rating that you can achieve in the country. She is very supportive of the administrators and the directors of nursing. She knows there are challenges, but at the same time she never forgets that her primary responsibility is to the residents. She’s just fabulous.” Upon learning about her nomination, Bell initially questioned accepting an honor she believed so many others to be worthy of. However, after some encouragement from Meatheany, she eventually agreed to accept her well-deserved acknowledgement among the gala’s other honorees. “My reaction [to the nomination] was

overwhelming surprise. Great humility,” said Bell. “My thought is that I am just doing what God has asked me to do. There is no big thing about this, but my nominator and a number of other people saw that it did make a difference in many people’s lives. I am grateful for their affirmation. I know that at times I feel ageless, but sometimes it’s the remarkable that I question.” In light of her personal experiences, Bell

has this piece of advice to offer: “Set goals for yourself in life. Work towards those goals. Walk with people that affirm you and give you direction, and believe in yourself.” To learn more about St. Andrew’s or The Sarah Community, visit standrews1.com and thesarahcommunity.com, respectively.

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Hazelwood mayor elected President of Missouri Municipal League

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Hazelwood School District wraps up its first Community Forum

The Missouri Municipal League (MML) elected city of Hazelwood Mayor Matthew G. Robinson as president during its annual conference in Osage Beach, Missouri. Robinson was elected to the MML Board of Directors in 2013. He has served as chair and as a member of the Resolutions Committee and as MML’s Vice President. During his three terms as the city of Hazelwood’s mayor, Robinson has continued to serve on several National League of Cities (NLC) committees, as well as on the Executive Board of the St. Louis County Municipal League and on the Board of North Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood County Inc. Robinson entered local politics in 1994 when he was elected to the Hazelwood City Council for Ward 1. He served in this capacity for 15 years until he was elected mayor in 2009. The Missouri Municipal League provides a united voice for municipalities across the state of Missouri. Founded in 1934, MML now serves more than 650 municipalities with training, resources and legislative advocacy for local government access. Learn more at www.mocities.com.

The Hazelwood School District (HSD) Board of Education, recently held its first Community Forum of the 2017-2018 school year. The purpose of the forum was to engage in constructive dialog between community members, the board of education and the superintendent. During the forums, community members submitted questions which were then answered by a panel, which consisted of, three board members and the superintendent. Hazelwood PTA members co-hosted the event by serving as the moderators, greeting guests, and collecting Q&A cards. “A heartfelt thanks to our community for coming out and participating in constructive dialog,” said HSD BOE President Desiree Whitlock. “I value the input that we received during this forum and I look forward to the next community forum in January.” The next Community Forum will take place on Jan. 11, 2018 at Hazelwood East High School.

Hazelwood firefighters host ‘Chili Cook-Off’ for bragging rights of best tasting chili The Hazelwood Fire Department is challenging other municipal fire departments/districts to a “Chili Cook-Off ” on Saturday, Oct. 14, at Howdershell Park at 6810 Howdershell Road in Hazelwood from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is open to the public, giving local St. Louisans an opportunity to sample some of the best chili in town and choose their favorite. Teams of firefighters from the following fire agencies have signed up to participate: Hazelwood Fire Department; Black Jack Fire Protection District (two teams); Maryland Heights Fire District; Florissant Valley Fire Protection District; and Robertson Fire Protection District. Each fire department will be competing for the bragging rights of making the best chili in St. Louis. Cash prizes and trophies will be awarded to the first-, second-, and third-place winners. A panel of five judges will randomly sample the chili made by each team and tabulate their results on a score sheet. The celebrity judges include KLOU 103.3 FM’s Julie Tristan of the “Billy and Julie Morning Show;” Steve Ewing, lead singer of

The Urge and owner of “Steve’s Hot Dogs on the Hill,” Steven Wooley, musician, Mark Woolbright, 2nd District Vice President of IAFF Local 2665, and Kurt Barks, CEO of Complete Auto Body. The teams’ entries will be turned into the judges by 1 p.m. The top finishers will be announced at 2 p.m., including the “Crowd Favorite.” This event is being hosted by the Hazelwood Firefighters Community Outreach. Tickets cost $1 per sample for event goers. They can purchase multiple tickets for several chili samples and a chance to vote for the crowd favorite. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The BackStoppers. Other family-oriented activities include a bounce house, visits from Sparky the Fire Dog and Bella the Elephant from Complete Auto Body, and music entertainment. There will be raffles for nice prizes and 50/50s as well. In case the ground is too wet to park vehicles on the grass at Howdershell Park, people can park at the Hazelwood Community Center at1186 Teson Road, and a shuttle bus will be provided by Hazelwood’s Parks & Recreation Division.

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Kiwanis Club of Florissant hosts annual prayer breakfast

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The Kiwanis Club of Florissant Valley recently held its annual prayer breakfast, at Christian Hospital Northeast Paul F. Detrick Building. Approximately 230 guests attended the breakfast to pray for students, families, schools, the community and the country. This year marks the sixth year of the Kiwanis Club prayer breakfast. Pictured (from left) are Florissant Valley Kiwanis Members: Margo McNeil, Hazelwood

School District Board of Education Member; Diane Livingston, former HNEA President; Connie Steinmetz, HNEA President and Carol Stroker, Hazelwood City Council and Florissant Valley Kiwanis former President. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.

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‘Taste’ was what all the talk was about

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There has been buzz over the last few weeks of what a fantastic event the fifth annual Taste in Ferguson “Year of the Champion” was. On Sept. 10, a picture perfect 78-degree sunny sky greeted a thousand people attending the event. As the people entered they were handed a voting ballot and given a mission to pick the winners of the food vendor competition. This year’s lineup of 20 vendors, competing in five various categories, brought out their best food dishes. The voting was close and in the end five winners emerged as the champions. Best BBQ was won by Paul’s Market. Best Chicken was won by Drake’s Place. Best Dessert was won by Ferguson Whistle Stop. Best International was won by The Rice House. Best Pizza was won by Amore’ Pizza. The food vendors also competed in best decorated booth contest. First place winner was London’s Wing House, second place winner was Helfer’s Pastries and Deli Café’ and the third place winner was Pirrone’s Pizzeria. The Ferguson Police Dept. and the Ferguson Fire Department had their second annual competition “Cook Off ” for Best Burger. The reigning champion Ferguson Fire Department just squeaked by again to win the coveted bragging rights trophy. Their friendly competition still ended up raising funds for The St. Louis Police

Wives Association. The great food wasn’t the only thing people got to enjoy. The air was filled by the music of two hometown bands. The Forestwood Boys opened the event, followed by Brian Owens and The Deacons of Soul Band. Three handson activities kept the kids busy while the adults were entertained by three celebrity chef cooking demonstrations under the big tent. The atmosphere was filled with many folks enjoying a wide variety of locally brewed beers while others were sipping on a glass of wine. The organizers wish to thank Centene Charitable Foundation the premier event sponsor and all the other generous sponsors. They also wish to thank the dedicated volunteers, the 23 food vendors Melissa Herr and Dave Nolander from Marketing Plus, Steve Kates from Ferguson Graphics, Chris Diamond from BO15 Printing and Mark Byrne and all who attended. All the proceeds from the event go into the Robbie McGartland and Samantha Lipka Memorial Scholarship Funds. These funds are given in the form of scholarships to the local youth to help make a “champion future” for themselves. Visit thetasteinferguson.com for listing of all the 2017 food vendors, sponsors and event pictures. Next year’s event is scheduled for Sept. 9, 2018.

City of Hazelwood offers fall leaf collection for residents starting Oct. 16

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It’s about that time of year when leaves in the trees start changing colors and fall to the ground. The city of Hazelwood is also gearing up to begin its annual Fall Leaf Collection Program from the week of Oct. 16 to the week of Dec. 18. This is a free service offered by the city to its residents. A list showing which streets are assigned to each pick-up week can be found in the Fall 2017 Parks and Recreation Activity Guide, pages 21-24. The same list can be found on the city’s website at www.hazelwoodmo.org on the front page under the Latest News section. The dates provided are as accurate as the city’s Public Works Street Division can make them since it’s difficult to predict the weather and mechanical malfunctions. Residents are asked to rake their leaves to the curb on the weekend prior to their street’s designated pick-up week. Avoid raking leaves into the street because they can obstruct water runoff when it rains, causing big water puddles to form on local streets. Plus, local horticulturists have confirmed that it won’t kill the grass to keep leaves at the curb for a couple of days.

City crews will collect leaves on each street one-time only during the scheduled pick-up week. Leaves will not be collected if vehicles are parked in the street, blocking access to them along the curb. If residents are skipped over because of parked cars in the streets, they can call the Public Works Street Division at 314-7318701 after the vehicle is removed to have their leaves collected. But this must be done during the scheduled pick-up week only. Residents who prefer to bag their leaves can do so using bio-degradable lawn bags. City crews will pick-up the bags placed at the curb on Monday of the scheduled pick-up week. There is no limit on the number of bags left for pick-up. They should avoid putting any brush, vines, grass clippings, trash, metal objects and garden waste in the leaves raked to the curb. This may cause serious injuries to the crew or damage the machinery. For further information about Hazelwood’s Fall Leaf Collection Program, contact the Public Works Street Division at 314-731-8701 on Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

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Pattonville CFO earns international award Ron Orr, chief financial officer for the Pattonville School Business Official of the Year by the MisSchool District, was chosen by the Association of souri Association of School Business Officials School Business Officials International (ASBO) (MoASBO). The award honors MoASBO memto receive one of its 2017 Eabers whose work demonstrates gle Awards, which recognize personal excellence in service to school business professionals their school district, community for their exemplary leadership and profession. and dedication to students. The In his role as CFO, Orr overEagle Awards are the highest sees the finance, purchasing, honor in school business and technology, facilities and printcelebrate visionary K-12 leading departments. He was named ers who have improved stuchief financial officer at Pattondent achievement and enriched ville in 2003 after serving as the their communities. district's director of accountOrr was one of three to earn ing for one year. Orr was previthe ASBO International's Disously employed as manager of tinguished Eagle Award, which school accounting at Washington comes with a $2,500 college University in St. Louis and as a scholarship to present to a high special projects coordinator at school student. Photo courtesy Pattonville School District Corporate Express Promotional ASBO's award announceMarketing. He holds a bachelor's ment stated: "Orr has led his school district in degree in business administration with a major in implementing a number of improvements and in- accounting from the University of Missouri-St. novations to ensure the district's financial stability, Louis and passed all four parts of the CPA exam. save millions of dollars and uphold the district's Orr also served MoASBO as a member of the emphasis on being good stewards of community board of directors, president and chair of the legresources. Orr helped reorganize food services to islative committee. He has been a member of the increase net income and provide healthier food international Association of School Business Offiofferings for his students while reducing the bud- cials (ASBO) International School Finance Comget by $10 million without dramatically affecting mittee (2012-2016), is the current treasurer for the services. He ensures all decisions support the dis- Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUtrict's goal that every student graduates college SIC) and was a founding trustee and is the current and career ready." chair of the Investment Committee for the CoopEarlier this year, Orr was named the 2017 erating School Districts (CSD) Retirement Trust.

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Christian Hospital Foundation to recognize area community leaders The Christian Hospital Foundation will honor community leaders at its ninth annual Legacy Leaders Dinner on Oct. 26, at Norwood Hills Country Club. Kelvin R. Westbrook, Chair of BJC HealthCare Board of Directors, will be the master of ceremonies for the event. Gerald W. Moritz, MD, will be recognized with the Physician of the Year Award. This award is bestowed upon a physician who has dedicated much of their career to serving patients at Christian Hospital with compassion and expertise. Jim Guyre is the Community Vision Award recipient. Guyre is being recognized as a community member who has created economic opportunities to further the North County area’s presence in the region. Thomas F. George, PhD, will receive the Paul F. Detrick Legacy Leaders Award. This award honors an individual whose impact and commitment has left a legacy in the North County community. The Salvation Army and Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis will receive the Carpe Diem Award to recognize each organization for recognizing needs in the community and choosing to ‘seize the day’ and take action to provide necessary resources in North County. The evening will begin with cocktails, followed by dinner and the awards presentation. Sponsorships are available. For benefits and additional information, go to www.christianhospital.org/lld.

Hazelwood Parks & Recreation Division launches 2017 Halloween Coloring Page Contest for kids Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood

Part of the fun of celebrating Halloween is drawing pictures of ghosts, witches and scary pumpkins. For children living in the city of Hazelwood, they get to participate in the annual Halloween Coloring Contest sponsored by the Hazelwood Parks & Recreation Division. The coloring pages for this year’s event have just been unveiled. The one for kids in the kindergarten through second grade group shows a duck popping out of a jack-o-lantern. A second coloring page featuring a cartoonish Frankenstein is for youngsters in the third through fifth grade group. The rules of Hazelwood’s Halloween Coloring Contest are easy to follow. Here are a few of them: • One entry submitted per child • The coloring page must be completed by the child without assistance from siblings or parents • Copies of each coloring page can be picked

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up at both recreation centers or downloaded from the city’s website at www.hazelwoodmo. org on the front page • Kids can turn in their coloring page entry at the Hazelwood Community Center, 1186 Teson Road, or at Civic Center East, 8969 Dunn Road anytime between now and Oct. 31 • The coloring pages will be judged according to grade level divisions • All entries will be reviewed by a panel of judges. The winners will be notified on Nov. 1. Children attending Halloween Happenings on Oct. 31, at the Hazelwood Community Center can work on their coloring pages in the Arts & Crafts Room and turn them in that evening. The selected contest winners will receive a Halloween bag filled with coloring supplies, paper pad, markers, crayons and colored pencils. They can redeem their prizes at Civic Center East.

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Worknet joins broad effort to observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month Worknet, Inc. just announced its participation in National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which takes place each October since 1945.This year’s theme is “Inclusion Drives Innovation.” Worknet, a St. Louis based minority owned firm, is a national contractor of the Social Security Administration with a responsibility to assist certain persons with disabilities who are able and interested, to enter the workforce. Worknet has prescreened hundreds of individuals locally who are desirous of employment and during the month of October,

Worknet will be engaging in a variety of activities to educate employers on disability employment issues and the benefits employers receive from hiring its clients. People, ages 18-64, with disabilities who wish to work are also asked to contact Worknet at 314621-6300 for employment assistance. Worknet, Inc. is proud to be a part of this year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month, said Rev. Larry Brown, board chairman. “We want to spread this important message throughout the community.”

Business open houses at North Tech North Tech High School is welcoming representatives from regional business and industry to visit this fall and learn about the school’s offerings and opportunities for partnership. Interested attendees are invited to visit North Tech on Wednesday mornings from 8 to 9:30 a.m. during October to tour the school, enjoy coffee and pastries and gather information. North Tech currently enjoys the support of several regional companies who benefit in multiple ways from their partnerships with the school. Through mentorship, job shadowing, internships, equipment donation, and more, these partners play a key role in shaping the St. Louis region’s future workforce. Beyond graduation, many partners are continuing

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their support of students through generous scholarships for college and other postsecondary education or through employment offers. North Tech High School is located at 1700 Derhake Road, in Florissant. This public high school offers Career and Technical Education (CTE) majors covering 27 pathways including dynamic programs such as Health Sciences and Veterinary Sciences along with more traditional programs in Construction and Welding. Students graduate with industry recognized credentials, high school and college credit and advanced skills. To register for an open house event, go to www.northtechnical.org/tech-tour. For questions, call 314-989-7600.

Vantage supports area children’s charities

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During the months of July and August, Vantage Credit Union collected new school supplies and monetary donations in support of two local charities and their efforts to ready area children for the school year. Vantage has collected school supplies to donate to local charities for 17 years, with this year’s donations benefiting the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition of Greater St. Louis and the KidSmart store, an educational supply store in Bridgeton providing teachers with free school supplies for area students in need. This

year’s efforts yielded over 2,100 new school supply items and over $1,300 in monetary donations. “One of the keys to success is having the tools you need,” said Rachel Parrent, Director of Marketing and Business Intelligence, Vantage Credit Union. “Vantage is proud to give back to the community in a way that advances children’s education through the work of organizations like KidSmart and the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition.”

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50,000 baby items collected by Junior League of St. Louis

Second annual gala raises more than $130,000 for pediatric cancer research

In 2016, Junior League of St. Louis launched Day 366, an initiative aimed at dramatically reducing the infant mortality rate in St. Louis City and St. Louis County. The infant mortality rate in St. Louis City – the number of children that die before their first birthday – is 11.8 deaths per 1,000 babies; higher than the national average of 6.1 deaths per 1,000 babies. For infants – and their mothers – reaching the 366th day of life as stress-free as possible is vital to changing child mortality rates. Ensuring a mom has quality pre- and post-natal care, that she has a support group of other new and experienced moms, or simply that she has access to clean diapers, wipes and diaper cream to help prevent infection in her baby. To that end the Junior League of St. Louis collected over 50,000 items to help four St. Louis area organizations that work with new mothers and their families. Saint Louis Crisis Nursery, Affinia Healthcare, Nurses for Newborns Foundation, and Our Lady’s Inn Maternity Home will each benefit from the incredible efforts of the Junior League. “Our members believe that we could have the greatest impact by focusing our volunteer time, dollars and advocacy efforts on our city’s smallest citizens,” said Amy Mayfield, JLSL president. DiAnne Mueller, CEO of Saint Louis Crisis Nursery, said, “This incredibly generous donation from Junior League will be helpful to so many families. We are very grateful for the all the Junior League has done to help the Crisis Nursery help St. Louis families.” The Day 366 1st Birthday Celebration event will be Oct. 28 from 6 to 8:00 p.m. at the JLSL office at 106 N. Kirkwood Road in St. Louis County.

The Kids Shouldn’t Have Cancer Foundation in Memory of Jonny Wade raised more than $130,000 for pediatric cancer research at its second annual gala to support the foundation’s mission to conquer pediatric cancer through research and advocacy. The Kids Shouldn’t Have Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization created in memory of eight-year-old Jonny Wade who passed away on Dec. 24, 2015 after a year-long battle with cancer. Despite his circumstances, Jonny believed he could – and should – make a difference for other children affected by cancer. His wish that no kid should have cancer inspired his parents Kimberly and Jon Wade to establish the foundation. “We are beyond humbled and thankful for this amazing show of support to honor Jonny’s wish that no other kid should have cancer,” said Kimberly Wade, Jonny’s mother and foundation founder and president. “We will put these funds directly into the hands of those working hard to make a difference for those impacted by pediatric cancer.” Tim Ezell, co-host of “The Thread” on KTVI, hosted the event, which was held during the nationally designated Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Guest speakers for the gala were Kimberly Wade and Washington University School of Medicine, Pediatric

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Oncologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Dr. Todd Druely. Illinois Congressman Rodney Davis also attended. Every year, the foundation honors a family impacted by cancer at the gala. This year the foundation honored four families: Colten Skinner, survivor of childhood cancer and diagnosed at 17 years old; Sam Biggs, who passed away from childhood cancer at six years old on Jan. 28, 2015; Leo Fleming, who passed away from childhood cancer at three years old on Aug. 4, 2017; and Jonny Wade, who passed away at eight years old on Dec. 24, 2015. September is designated as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to educate Americans that although cancer is the leading cause of disease-related death for children younger than 15 years of age in the U.S., pediatric cancer research is drastically underfunded. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) allots only four percent of its budget for childhood cancers, and pediatric cancer treatments aren’t a focus for pharmaceutical research. The Kids Shouldn’t Have Cancer Foundation works to raise public awareness of these funding issues, influence organizations that allocate federal cancer research funding, improve access to and awareness of clinical trials for families facing pediatric cancer, and fund pediatric cancer research for treatments and cures.

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Normandy alums elected to lead Joint Executive Governing Board

McCluer Army JROTC promotes three cadets to leadership roles

Rev. Cedric Portis Sr. and Pamela Westbrooks-Hodge have been elected to serve as president and vice president of the Joint Executive Governing Board of the Normandy Schools Collaborative, respectively. Rev. Portis has served as senior pastor of Third Presbyterian Church in St. Louis since 2003 and is an adjunct professor of Ethics, Critical Thinking and Organizational Leadership for the University of West Los Angeles. Westbrooks-Hodge currently works at Express Scripts as a senior director of governance and systems for corporate procurement. She previously worked for Anheuser-Busch and Bank of America. Portis and Westbrooks-Hodge are both graduates of Normandy High School. Sheila Williams will continue as the secretary/treasurer for the JEGB, a role she served in the 2016-2017 school year.

Photo courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District McCluer Army JROTC Cadets (from left) LeiLani Martinez, Raymond Harris and Shelbie Edwards have been promoted to the squad’s top leadership positions.

Parents and fellow cadets watched with pride as three McCluer Army JROTC Cadets were promoted to leadership positions during the squad’s Promotion and Assumption of Command Ceremony, held Sept. 13. Cadets moving up in rank were Leilani Martinez who was promoted to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel and assumed duties as the Comet Cadet Battalion Commander (Top Cadet); Cadet Shelbie Edwards who was promoted to Cadet Command Sergeant Major and assumed duties as

the Comet Cadet Battalion Command Sergeant Major (Senior Enlisted Advisor for the Corps of Cadets); and Cadet Raymond Harris who was promoted to Cadet Major and assumed duties as the Comet Cadet Battalion Executive Officer. Conducting the ceremony were Lieutenant Colonel (R) Darrell Gray, McCluer’s senior army instructor and Sergeant Major (R) Emas Griffin, Jr., army instructor. Parents of the cadets assisted in the ceremony by changing their uniforms’ rank insignias and shoulder marks.

Pattonville students livestreaming home football games

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The Pattonville Pirates football season is in full swing. Pirate fans who can’t make it to home games have the opportunity to watch the games via livestreaming, thanks to PattonvilleTODAY, Pattonville High School’s multi-media platform that showcases the work of its student journalists. To watch online, visit Facebook and “like” PattonvilleTODAY to watch the games in real time via livestreaming. The livestreaming and commentary for the games is presented by students in the Pirate Sports Network class, which provides sports news and content for PattonvilleTODAY. The class is new this year and is described in the school’s course catalogue as being focused on “the art of sports storytelling, how to go behind the players’ stats and game scores to report compelling stories, how to break news across

multiple platforms and what sports and media mean to our society. This production-centric course will provide students with a front-row seat to school athletics.” Journalism teacher Brian Heyman commended the three students who livestreamed and provided live commentary during the football team’s first home game of the season: Brandon Clark, Jorge Coronado and Brandon Tiepelman. “Pirates Sports Net is a brand-new class this year and I wrote the course to provide opportunities like this to students,” Heyman said. “Òhey blew me away and are so excited about the next game.” Pirate sports fans can find schedules for their favorite team sports at pirates.psdr3.org. Click on the “Schedules” menu to find the calendars arranged by sport.

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Recipe:

Flavor infusion Sizzling Asian Vegetable Fried Rice with Savory White Wine Glaze

Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 8 minutes | Servings: 4-6, about 1 cup per portion

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic 1/2 cup fresh chopped yellow onions 1 cup fresh small white mushrooms, quartered 1/2 cup chopped fresh carrots 1/2 cup chopped fresh zucchini 1/2 cup chopped fresh red bell peppers 1/2 cup chopped fresh yellow bell peppers 3 cups cold, cooked, long-grain white rice 1/2 cup white cooking wine

2 tablespoons oyster sauce 1/2 cup fresh green onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions: Heat heavy-bottomed, nonstick skillet over high heat. Add vegetable oil, garlic and onions. Stir-fry 1-2 minutes, or until lightly browned. Add mushrooms, carrots, zucchini, red bell peppers and yellow bell

peppers; stir-fry 3 minutes. Add rice; stirfry 3 minutes. Add cooking wine; stir-fry 2 minutes, or until dry. Add oyster sauce; stir-fry 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in green onions, sesame oil and black pepper. Transfer to dish or bowl and serve. Tip: To turn into a main course, add cooked beef, chicken or pork and serve topped with a fried egg.

Sweet and Spicy Korean-Chinese Fusion Cauliflower Bites Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes | Servings: 4, about 1 1/2 cups per portion

Ingredients: 6 cups fresh cauliflower florets 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 cup sherry cooking wine 1/4 cup honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon white vinegar 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 small fresh yellow onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic 1 tablespoon Korean-style chili flakes 1/4 cup chopped fresh green onions 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Directions: Heat oven to 400 F. In large bowl, toss cauliflower, sesame oil and salt until well coated. Arrange on nonstick baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and tender. In small bowl, whisk cooking wine, honey, soy sauce, vinegar and cornstarch until well blended; set aside.

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In large, nonstick skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add yellow onions and garlic; cook 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in chili flakes and wine mixture. Return pan to stove and adjust to medium heat. Bring to simmer, stirring constantly. Continue cooking and stirring 1-2 minutes, or until thickened. Add cooked cauliflower; stir gently to coat.

Transfer cauliflower to serving dish. Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Tips: The sauce mixture can also be used on chicken wings or grilled pork chops. In place of Korean-style chili flakes, use 1 teaspoon regular crushed red pepper flakes or 1 tablespoon Aleppo pepper.

Lettuce-Wrapped Korean Short Ribs Prep time: 10 minutes, plus marinating | Cook time: 4 minutes | Servings: 4, about 6 ounces (pre-cooked) per portion

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar, divided 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 1/2 pounds thinly sliced, boneless beef short ribs 1 cup Marsala cooking wine 6 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 1/4 cup roasted garlic paste 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 cup chopped green onions, divided 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1 head fresh romaine lettuce, separated into large leaves 1/2 cup sliced fresh red radishes 1/2 cup shredded fresh carrots dipping sauce

with meat and add 1/4 cup green onions. To marinate, refrigerate at least 1 hour, or up to 12 hours.

Directions: In small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons brown sugar, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle evenly over short rib slices, gently rubbing into both sides. Place in re-sealable plastic bag.

In small saucepan, whisk remaining wine mixture and cornstarch until smooth. Bring to simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly. Cook 1 minute, or until thickened, stirring constantly. Set aside until cool. Stir in 2 tablespoons green onions.

In bowl, whisk cooking wine, sesame oil, garlic paste, soy sauce and remaining brown sugar. Pour half of mixture into bag

Heat grill to medium-high.

Remove ribs from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Discard marinade. Grill 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Cut ribs into 1-inch pieces. Serve with remaining green onions, lettuce, radishes, carrots and warm dipping sauce. Tips: For fusion tacos, substitute corn or flour tortillas for lettuce leaves. In place of garlic paste, 2 tablespoons minced garlic can be substituted.

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Learn & Play

October 11, 2017 • Community News – St. Louis County • www.mycnews.com

Crossword Puzzle Theme: Famous Poets

Yeggs

John Hanna

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

By Cindy Moore

Moore On Life

ACROSS 1. Skilled practice 6. Suitable 9. Golf hazard 13. Saint ____ of the Caribbean 14. Placeholder surname 15. Strapping 16. Whatsoever 17. Ever, to a poet 18. Tree common to Pacific Northwest 19. *”O Captain! my Captain! our fearful trip is done...” 21. *”Come live with me and be my love...” 23. Center of activity 24. Romanov ruler 25. It’s wheels go round and round 28. Place for a hero 30. Between hexad and octad 35. Like a hand-me-down 37. Be inclined 39. Muralist Rivera 40. Hold sway 41. Strongboxes 43. F.B.I. operative 44. One who names 46. Justice’s garb 47. “Wheel of Fortune” choice 48. Swell or very good 50. Antonym of “is” 52. Next to nothing 53. Metal leaf 55. Ship pronoun 57. *”’Twas brillig, and the slithy toves...” 61. Study of rocks 65. Bye, to François Hollande 66. Electric swimmer 68. ____-Goldwyn-Mayer 69. *Pablo Neruda had two: a pen and a given 70. Tiny guitar 71. SAG member 72. “Star ____” 73. Observe 74. Feed the fire

DOWN 1. Eagle’s talons 2. ____ Bader Ginsburg 3. Berry high in antioxidants 4. Foul matter 5. Ancient rabbinic writings 6. Port in Yemen 7. *”Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary...” 8. 4 in a school year 9. *Dickinson: “Tell all the truth but ____ it slant” 10. Make over 11. Not many 12. Cremation pile 15. Like prison cell windows 20. Aids and ____ 22. Expression of pleasure 24. Kitchen cover 25. *”O my Luve is like a red, red rose...” 26. Nothing out of the ordinary 27. Alabama civil rights site 29. *”The Owl and the Pussy-cat went to sea in a beautiful pea-green boat...” 31. Never, or when these fly 32. Dancer’s beat 33. “Encore!” 34. *”Death, be not proud, though some have called thee mighty and dreadful...” 36. Adele’s “Rolling in the ____” 38. Young socialites, for short 42. Common thing 45. Brownish red 49. Campaign pro 51. *”Do not go gentle into that good night...” 54. Intestinal obstruction 56. Choose a president 57. Not in optimist’s vocabulary? 58. Month of Purim 59. Ice on a window 60. Smell badly 61. High school musical club 62. “The Simpsons” palindrome 63. Get the picture 64. Of long ago 67. ____ out a living See answers on page 13

A RUN ON THE MARKET

Somewhere beyond a Category 5 hurricane and the zombie apocalypse lays a disaster which causes far more dread and white-eyed fear. Of course, I am talking about college week at the local Wallymart. Holy-mother-of-panic-stricken humanity! By the looks of terror on these young fresh faces, you would think they just got word that Mom’s all-night diner and laundromat had gone out of business and access to Dad’s Anytime ATM had been terminated. Oh wait…they just did. This accounts for the aftershock which includes: shortness of breath, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, sweating, heart palpitations and night terrors followed by severe attacks of diarrhea. Kind of like the side effects after a weekend-long binge at Taco Bobs. But not so, these maladies were caused by being booted out of the comfy family nest. Soon these students will be forced to experience a brand new word in their vocabulary. Independence, you say? No. Poverty. My husband and I recently happened upon this natural disaster as we were heading out on a short campout. We needed food items and what better place to stock up than at the store of mass quantities and rock bottom prices. We noticed the parking lot was uncommonly full and the shopping baskets were completely gone. We’d have to balance things on our head. Inside, carts were overflowing and people were scurrying about like Armageddon had been announced over the intercom, “Attention shoppers, the world as we know it will end tomorrow at this same time. Also, today’s special is tenderloin; two for one in frozen foods.” Perhaps this was the cause of the sheer pande-

monium at the breakfast aisle, nary a bulk-sized bag of cheap puffed rice cereal was to be found. And of course, the microwavable pasta section was eviscerated. I saw two brawny boys kickboxing over the last busted open carton of Top Ramen. While they were engaged in combat, a savvy co-ed snuck in behind them and grabbed the treasured item right as one took a firm jolt to his mid-section. The basics had long been depleted: milk, eggs, bread and ketchup. We finally reached the eye of the hurricane…the toilet paper aisle. All of the good cushy, double ply was long gone; not even a single single-ply sheet was to be found. People were stocking up on the next best thing – paper towels and dinner napkins. I managed to nab a mangled pineapple from an unsupervised cart along with an expired can of tuna. We debated on buying them. Naw, we’d take our chances dining at Taco Bobs for the weekend. Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Sports you see with Gary B... UMSL women take three titles in tennis The University of Missouri-St. Louis women’s tennis team closed out its fall season by winning three titles at its own UMSL Fall Tournament held last weekend. Junior Salome Bleuler and senior Patricia Maya won the A Doubles, while sophomore Janet Auclair and senior Annie Hays won the B Doubles. The singles flight championships were cut short due to rain, but in the A flight, Bleuler was declared the winner, leading Hays 6-0, 2-1 before the match was called. * Nice hardware in the trophy case Lindenwood women win fourth straight in volleyball Lindenwood University’s freshmen led the Lion attack as Sadie Kosciuk posted a career best 14 kills against the Southwest Bearcats to take the match 3-1 at Hyland Arena in St. Charles. Emily Wylie also had double-digit kills with 12 and defensively Kat Finnerty had six blocks in the contest, a career best for the freshman. After the Bearcats opened the game up with a point, Megan Hellwege responded by serving the Lions to an eight-point run and there was no looking back. Other contributors were Alex Dahlstrom the Lions with eight kills, three aces and two blocks along with Ivy Reynolds just missing a doubledouble with 23 assists and nine digs. The four victories put LU overall with a 12-8 record and 4-3 in Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics (MIAA) action. * Beginning of something good Ambush sign two players The St. Louis Ambush professional soccer team play in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) with their home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles. The squad opens their 2017-18 schedule on the road when they face the Kansas City Comets

on Nov. 4 with the first home game on Nov. 11 against the Milwaukee Wave. Recently they agreed to terms with defender Alex Tozer and forward Jerjer Gibson. Tozer had an impressive two seasons ago in his rookie season (2015-16) as a member of the Cedar Rapids Rampage. That season was good enough to earn him an “honorable mention” on the MASL’s All-Rookie Team. Just when it appeared his arena soccer career was ready to take off, Alex was forced to sit out the 2016-17 season due to injury. His style play on the turf was summed up by sportswriter Douglas Miles saying, “It’s not difficult to pick Alex Tozer out on a soccer field [thanks to] a style that is equal parts vocal, energetic and physical.” His father is former Milwaukee Wave head coach and former MISL player Keith Tozer. Gibson brings four seasons of professional arena soccer experience to the Ambush. He has played for the Pennsylvania Roar (MISL), Baltimore Blast (MASL), and the past two seasons with the Syracuse Silver Knights (MASL). He has tallied 34 goals and 13 assists in his 64-game indoor soccer career. Gibson’s size at 6’2” and 210 pounds and strength should make him a good target in front of the goal and help bolster the Ambush offense. * Great additions

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What’s Happening

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS Oct.11: 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. 13: Country fried steak or meatloaf dinner

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

Oct. 13: Food Truck Knight

The Knights of Columbus Duchesne Council #2951 and the city of Florissant will be co-sponsoring a Food Truck Knight 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. (some trucks may serve later). The truck line up for the evening is: Andrew’s Bayou Ribs, Sarah’s Cake Stop, Russo’s Trucktoria, Kona Ice, 2 Girls 4 Wheels, Zia’s Food Truck, Slice of the Hill, The Southerner Stl, Steak Louie, Angie Burger, STLBLT, My Big Fat Greek Truck, Destination Desserts, and Cha Cha Chow. 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. 14: Fall poetry and art show

Fall Poetry and Art Show with Write Sistahs Literary Group takes place from 1 - 3 p.m. at St. Louis County Library-Jamestown Bluff branch at 4153 N. Hwy. 67 in Florissant. Poets, dancers, writers, email to participate writesistahs@yahoo.com or text 314210-4774. Join Write Sistahs Literary Group of Florissant as they celebrate five years of multicultural and multigenerational community arts programming. Local poets, writers and dancers are invited to this celebration which will air live on Facebook.

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

Oct. 14: Equipment donation drive

You can donate any used or new home medical equipment you don’t need to the St. Louis HELP Home Health Equipment Donation Drive on from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Equipment drop-off locations will include St. Louis HELP’s lending warehouse in Olivette, and also 15 Walgreen’s designated store parking lots in metro St. Louis. For list of all drop-off location addresses, please see the website http://www.stlhelp.org. St. Louis HELP accepts manual and power wheelchairs, electric hospital beds, shower chairs, canes/crutches/walkers, grab bars, elevated toilet seats, portable commodes, lift chairs, back supports, folding ramps -- every type of home health item except oxygen and medications. All recycled equipment is sanitized and reconditioned by skilled craftsmen and volunteers at St. Louis HELP’s warehouse before it is lent out. All donated equipment is eligible for a tax deduction. To learn more about the program please see http://www.stlhelp.org or call 314– 567–4700.

Oct. 15: Mammo-thon

Mammo-thon is set from 7 a.m.7 p.m. at Northwest HealthCare at 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. Reservations are required. To schedule a mammogram during the Mammothon call 1-855-953-WELL (9355). Make sure to mention that you want to be a part of the Mammo-thon. An appointment and pre-registration are necessary. Women aged 40 and over who haven’t had a mammogram in the past few years – or ever – are encouraged to call today to schedule an appointment at the Mammo-thon. Screening mammography is covered by most insurances, and there may be help for those who don’t have insurance. No physician prescription is necessary for screening mammograms.

Oct. 17: Halloween dinner

Don’t let the kids have all the fun! This Bellefontaine Neighbors party includes a festive dinner and tons of fun and goes from 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. with a buffet dinner at 5:30 p.m. at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Recreation Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Cost is $11. As usual, beer, wine and soda will be available for purchase but your first drink is included. Costumes are encouraged.

in Florissant. Pizza and soda are included along with a DJ, candy, games and prizes. Costumes are very much encouraged. Cost is $5 for residents and $7 for on-residents. This event is co-sponsored by the Florissant Parks and Recreation Department and D.A.R.E. Tickets required upon entry. No tickets available at event. Tickets on sale at JFK & JJE centers. For additional information call 314921-4250.

Oct. 18: Karaoke

Oct. 20: Pork steak 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 information call 314-831-6121.

Oct. 19: Culinary class

Operation Food Search (OFS), a local hunger relief organization dedicated to ending childhood hunger and family food insecurity in the St. Louis bi-state region, will host a School of Cooking and Sharing “Cook Learn Share” culinary class event from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at OFS’ headquarters located at 1644 Lotsie Blvd. Each monthly program features a culinary instructor who will excite each participant’s inner chef by cooking a special dish for the audience to enjoy while simultaneously learning about OFS programs to alleviate St. Louis’ childhood hunger. This month’s program will be led by Dee Ryan, author of Sauce Magazine’s popular “Just Five” column and Eric Winters, senior executive wine consultant for PRP Wine International. Tickets are $50 per person and include food, class instruction and wine. Proceeds will fund cooking and nutrition education programs for children and families throughout the community. Reservations are required since the program is only open to the first 40 registrants. To learn more about the Operation Food Search School of Cooking and Sharing or to register for the culinary class, call Operation Food Search at 314-726-5355 or visit http://www.cooklearnshare.org.

Oct. 20: Halloween dance and costume party

Fifth through eighth graders are invited to come to the Florissant Halloween dance and costume party for a night of fun and dancing from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at the John F Kennedy Center

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: Frightful Family Fun Night

Frightful Family Fun Night takes place from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Recreation Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Children 10 and under in costume will have the chance to trick or treat at 7:45 p.m. Everyone will receive popcorn and a drink to enjoy. There will be games, crafts and surprises. Costumes are optional. This event is co-sponsored by the Bellefontaine Neighbors Youth Commission. Admission is non-perishable food items for the benefit of area’s food pantries.

Oct. 20-22: Book sale

Friends of Ferguson Library (FLIERS) Fall Book Sale takes place Oct. 20 from 4 to 7:30 p.m., Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Oct. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Library Auditorium at 35 North Florissant Road.

Oct. 21: Legislative forum

The 2018 Missouri Legislative Session is upon us. What legislation will be filed – and more importantly, what will be enacted? How will these actions affect women? The October AAUW meeting will be in the form of a legislative forum addressing these issues. Several local women state legislators and state senators will serve on a panel to address the issues which are likely to be debated in Jefferson City. This forum, sponsored by the Ferguson-Florissant Branch (North County), American Association of University Women, will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church at 401 Darst Rd. in Ferguson. The event begins with refreshments at 9:30 am. Ample parking is available behind the church; the forum is in the Fellowship Hall which can be reached by using the rear church door off the parking lot. The forum is free and open to the public. For information call 314-831-5359 or 314-831-6884.

Oct. 21: Vendor sale

Annual Vendor Sale takes place at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church at 2900 St. Catherine in Florissant from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call 314-837-7113.

Oct. 22: Blessing of pets

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd’s Blessings of the Pets will be held at 1:30 p.m. at the pavilion in Truman Park, Howdershell and Lynn Haven in Hazelwood. Pets must be crated or leashed and up to date on inoculations. Treats for canine kids, special recognition for service animals.

Oct. 25: 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. 25: Family fun festival

The Hazelwood School District will host its Annual Fall Family Festival from 5-7:30 p.m. at Hazelwood Central High School, located at 15875

New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant. The Fall Family Festival is free and open to all HSD families. The festival will include entertainment, arts and crafts, carnival booths, games, a complimentary light meal, and more. Families will also have the opportunity to gather valuable information and resources during the community resource fair.

Oct. 27: 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. 28: Rummage sale

Holy Trinity 50+ Club’s 12th Annual Rummage Sale will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church at 3400 St. Gregory Lane in St Ann. Free admission is from 9 a.m. to noon. Early Bird Sale will take place from 8 to 9 a.m. with a $3 admission. There will be housewares, furniture, collectables and much more. Rummage donations will be accepted Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Oct. 29: Bunco party

A Bunco party for charity hosted by Our Lady of Fatima Auxiliary # 4429 will take place at the K of C Fatima Hall at 1216 Teson Road in Hazelwood. Doors open at noon and the bunco begins at 1 p.m. Proceeds go to Special Olympics, Gateway to Hope, and St. Vincent de Paul Charities for the Poor. Cost is $10 per person with 12 at a table (tables for groups smaller than 12 will be formed). There will be gift basket raffles and 50/50 tickets. For more information or reservations call 314838-9573.

Nov. 4: Pasta making event

Operation Food Search (OFS), a local hunger relief organization dedicated to ending childhood hunger and family food insecurity in the St. Louis bi-state region, will host a School of Cooking and Sharing “Cook, Learn and Share” culinary class event from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at OFS’ headquarters located at 1644 Lotsie Blvd. This month’s pasta making program will be led by Retreat Gastropub executive chef Michael Friedman. He will teach how to make handmade pasta with homemade sauces, as well as pair the dishes with some of his favorite wine choices. Friedman will start the evening with his freshly made bread and hummus, and he will end the night with his famous bread pudding recipe. Tickets are $75 per person and includes food, class instruction and wine. Proceeds will fund cooking and nutrition education programs for children and families throughout the community. Reservations are required since the program is only open to the first 40 registrants. To learn more about the Operation Food Search School of Cooking and Sharing or to register for the culinary class, call Operation Food Search at 314-726-5355 or visit http://www. cooklearnshare.org.

Nov. 4: Fall sale

Calvary UCC, at 2501 Hartland Avenue, will hold its annual fall sale from 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. This is half an hour longer than in the past. There will be clothing, books, music cassettes, CDs and albums, DVDs, VHS movies, miscellaneous and collectible items. Some items were received from a recent estate sale. Food will be available for purchase. For more information call 314-429-7464.

Nov 5: Quilt Bingo

St. Ferdinand Ladies Sodality Quilt Bingo, doors open 11a.m., games begin at 1 p.m. in school gym at 1735 Charbonier Rd. in Florissant. There will be 12 quilts, cash prizes, raffle, pull tabs and refreshments available.

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St. Louis Wholistic Fair being held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Graphics Arts Banquet Center at 105 Progress Parkway in Maryland Heights. Admission is $5.

Nov. 5: Vendor event

A shopping event with over 20 vendors including crafts, Thirty-One, LuLaRoe, Keep Collective, scrap booking and card supplies, Scentsy and a bake sale will take place from 12 - 3:30 p.m. This event will be held at Maryland Heights Church of Christ, which is located at 107 Midland Ave. in Maryland Heights.

Nov. 11: Vendor and crafts sale

The Presbyterian Women of John Knox Church, at 13200 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant, are hosting a pre-holiday vendor and crafts sale from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Proceeds will benefit mission projects. Lots of vendors, crafts and food.

Dec. 31: Winter coat drive

Crystal Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing at 250 New Florissant Rd. So. in Florissant will be starting its One Warm Coat Drive from now through December. All gently used or new coats donated will be provided to St. Patrick’s Center for those in need. Drop off of items can be made between the hours of 8:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

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.

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. Twoto-four hour shifts are available, Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. To learn more or to join this fun group, contact Chelsey Banaskavich at 314-513-1674 or cbanaskavich@jfcs-stl.org. Weekdays: Volunteer drivers The St. Louis County Older Resident Programs need volunteer drivers who live in St. Louis County to give a few hours during the day to provide transportation to and from doctor’s appointments for our senior residents of St. Louis County that lives near you! No weekends and mileage reimbursement is available. Call today at 314615-4516. Mondays: City council meetings City of Pine Lawn holds regular city council meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public. Mondays: Workshop meetings City of Pine Lawn holds regular workshop meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public. 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: 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: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

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

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

6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 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 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

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

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

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

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

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

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

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

or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo

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

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

Fridays: Celebrate Recovery

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

Saturdays: 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

What’s Happening

tween Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday in February and March in the spring and every Sunday in October through the second-to-last week in November in the fall - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded. Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.

Sundays: meeting

Jennings

Do-Dads

CHURCH Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group

Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737

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

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

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.

Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed

SUDOKU answers from page 11

CROSSWORD answers from page 10

4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314.653.5032.

Saturdays: Clothing sale

On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952 Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m. For sale are used clothing and shoes, some household items, books and toys. Fill your bag for $1.

Saturdays: Grief support group

A Way with Words Grief Support Ministry meets the fourth Saturday each month at Community Christ Fellowship (in the rear) at121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. For more information contact Pat Ryan at 314-605-3949.

Every Fourth Saturday’s Writer’s Workshop 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baden Library, at 8448 Church Rd. For more information call 314-388-2400.

Sundays: Meat shoot

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

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.

Thursdays: meeting

Women’s

chorus

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

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‘American Made’ and ‘American Assassin’ feature home-grown anti-heroes

M O V I E By Steve Bryan

Whether it’s by accident or design, sometimes movies with similar themes arrive in theaters within weeks of each other. Remember “Armageddon,” the Bruce Willis/Ben Affleck adventure about oil drillers going into space to blow up a killer asteroid? Two months earlier, “Deep Impact” focused on a space mission to destroy a comet heading towards Earth. It’s hard to say who the first to come up with the plot was. Normally a slow movie month, this past September saw the release of “American Assassin” and “American Made.” Released about a week apart, each film examines the actions of home-grown anti-heroes who have their own agendas. “American Assassin” tells the story of Mitch Rapp (Dylan O’Brien), a character featured in a series of novels by author Vince Flynn. The film adaptation shows Rapp’s girlfriend being killed in a terrorist attack. Unable to stop her murder, he tries to avenge her death by finding her killer. The CIA takes note of him and his agenda, recruiting Rapp to become part of their covert operations. The young man is a quick study, but he doesn’t like following orders. Director Michael Cuesta (L.I.E.) has created a watchable, though somewhat muddled, film about an intriguing fictional character. Changed by tragedy, Rapp becomes a virtual killing machine when

it comes to terrorists. Dylan O’Brien does a great job in the title role, but Michael Keaton nearly steals the film as Stan

Hurley, his nononsense trainer. Hurley puts the recruit through his paces, using him on missions to find a former operative now known as “Ghost.” Mitch Rapp is fictional, but the real-life story of Barry Seal in “American Made” is almost unbelievable. According to interviews and reports, Seal, a pilot for TWA, had been smuggling marijuana and other contraband before getting involved with a drug cartel. He also found himself mixed up with the Sandinistas and the messy Iran-Contra affair back in the 1980’s. Director Doug Liman (“Edge of Tomorrow”) uses film stock that gives “American Made” the look and feel of a 1970’s-era film. Though some liberties are taken with the story, it is a

wild and energetic look at a colorful character. Tom Cruise takes the lead role, giving Barry Seal an impish grin and an “aw-shucks” attitude about his illegal activities. The actor’s narration about Seal’s activities also is fairly lighthearted. Mitch Rapp exists only on screen and in novel format. Barry Seal was a real-life pilot who found a way to profit from his skills as a pilot. It’s up to audiences to decide if truth is stranger or better than fiction. Mitch Rapp exists only on screen and in novel format. Barry Seal was a real-life pilot who found a way to profit from his skills as a pilot. It’s up to audiences to decide if truth is stranger or better than fiction. “American Assassin” photo courtesy of Lionsgate. “American Made” photo courtesy of Universal Pictures. 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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