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October 22, 2014

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Previvor urges other women to get checked for By Shawn Clubb breast cancer gene A while back, Christy Parks worked with a friend to write a speech she would give about breast cancer. In crafting the speech, Parks called upon the words of her mother, Sue Sturhahn, a breast cancer survivor. “You must be an active participant in your survival; you need to learn as much as you can about your diagnosis and the treatments available to make good decisions,” she quoted her mother as having said. Those words are at the core of Parks’ belief when it comes to breast cancer. “You must be an active participant in your survival,” said Parks, 46, herself a breast cancer previvor. “That’s true. That is something that has stuck in my mind.” A Strong Family History In her speech, “In My Mother’s Footsteps,” Parks, an advertising sales rep for Community News, explains how her grandmother died in 1969 from breast cancer. She said her mother was diagnosed in 1988 with a cancerous lump during a gynecologist visit. This diagnosis caused her mother to be shocked, but not really surprised. Her mother opted to have a modified mastectomy and 13 months of chemotherapy. Ten

years later, her breast cancer returned. “My mother knew that my potential for developing breast cancer could be as high as 80 percent. So, in 2004, at the urging of my mother, I took the genetic test to determine if the BRCA gene mutation was present,” Parks said in her speech. “I placed my faith in a negative test result. That’s why, when the doctor matter-of-factly informed me that I did have the BRCA2 gene, I was stunned, surprised and emotionally unprepared in the moment. At 36 years old, that wasn’t something I expected to be dealing with.” The genes labeled BRCA1 and BRCA2 suppress tumors. Certain mutations to these genes significantly increase a person’s risk of developing breast cancer, ovarian cancer and other cancers, according to the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health. A Hard Decision Parks’ diagnosis left her with decisions to make. She had to decide whether to preemptively have her breast and ovaries removed, and whether to take Tamoxifen in an effort reduce the risk of breast cancer. “It was the hardest decision of my life, because it’s not like I had a doctor

telling me, ‘Hey, you have appendicitis. You have to have appendix out.’ There was no direct doctor telling me what to do. I had to make the decision myself. It was so hard, because you had so many options available.” At age 36, Parks decided to have her ovaries removed and keep her breasts, See BREAST CANCER AWARENESS page 2

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and to take Tamoxifen. Combined with ovary removal, Parks said Tamoxifen reduces her chance of developing breast cancer by 50 percent or more. The surgery was minimally invasive, but she was immediately thrust into menopause. Despite that dramatic change, she said she has no regrets. She did it in trying to ensure she would be around for her children, who are now 18 and 21 years old, and her husband. Parks has become a previvor, “someone who has hopefully beaten cancer before it’s materialized,” she said. Moving Forward Park’s mother is now 74 and cancer free. Both women have done speaking engagements at breast cancer awareness fundraisers. Occasionally, they are asked to talk to someone who has been diagnosed. Parks said her mother is better at speaking about being diagnosed with cancer, while she speaks on being diagnosed with the gene mutation. There also are support groups and Parks has joined one called FORCE (Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered) for people with hereditary risk of breast cancer. She said it helps to be in contact with a community of people who also have this genetic mutation. When Parks first wrote her speech, genetic counselors were not around to help people make

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Northwinds Concert Band, led by Larry Marsh, will present a Sunday Pops Concert in the Florissant Civic Center Theatre at 3 pm on Oct. 26. Reserved tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and students, and may be purchased at the box office or by calling 314.921.5678. The high-spirited concert will feature tuneful, uplifting music, including a powerful new work honoring the memory of Anne Frank, who was sent to Bergen-Belsen concentration camp seventy years ago this month. Florissant native, Leah Poe, will be guest violin soloist in this moving piece. She will also perform the lovely theme

decisions. Now that there are genetic counselors, Parks plans to take her daughter to speak to one when she reaches her 20s. Her daughter will then be able to make the decision of when to get tested for the genetic mutation. A Call to Action Parks and her mother both have had people come up to them after a speech and say they had been diagnosed with the gene mutation and they didn’t know what to do, or that they heard the speech and decided they wanted to be tested, but they were scared. “I don’t want them to be scared,” she said. “I want them to take a proactive approach to keep themselves healthy.” While having the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation increases a woman’s risk of getting breast cancer, people with this mutation make up a small number of the total number of people who develop breast cancer. Parks encourages all women to be proactive in taking steps to ensure their continued good health. “Maybe you haven’t even had a mammogram yet,” she said. “I don’t know what the fear is there. It may hurt a little bit, but there are other things out there that hurt more than that. That’s the first step for anybody that’s high risk. Wouldn’t you want to know if there was something you could do now to continue to make yourself healthy before it would be too late?”

from Schindler’s List. The concert will open with the Star Spangled Banner sung by the Jameson Quartet. Northwinds is honored to present the American premiere of a new work by German composer Alexander Reuber based upon a haunting German folk legend. Other compositions will include light-hearted silent movie “villain” music, tuneful songs written by Benjamin Franklin, jazzy music from the Mississippi Delta, and powerful Native-American “Ghost Dances.” Northwinds is a program of Ferguson-Florissant’s Community Education Department.

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Florissant to hold Public Hearing for the Community Development Block Grant Program The City of Florissant, Missouri, will conduct a public hearing at 7:30 pm Monday, Oct. 27, at Florissant City Hall Council Chambers, 955 rue St. Francois in Florissant, concerning the Fiscal Year 2015–2019 Consolidated Plan and the FY2015 Annual Action Plan for the Florissant Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Those who need assistance or auxiliary aids for the meeting should contact the Community Development Office in the Government Building at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting at 314.839.7680.

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As one pair of reluctant lovers engages in a merry war of wits, another becomes innocent victims of a villainous plot to destroy their happiness. But thanks to the dogged persistence of a truly remarkable keeper of the peace, love and collaborated as director and designer on several past productions, Northcott and Moramarco are sure to bring double the laughs to this fast-paced romantic comedy. Appropriate for all ages. For this presentation only, tickets are $20; $18. for senior citizens; $15. for students/teachers. Much Ado About Nothing is playing at 8 pm on Oct. 24 and 25; and at 7:30 pm Oct. 23 at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Parker at Waterford Drive. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call the box office at 314.921.5678, or www.florissantfinearts.com. FFAC presents the Applause/Applause Series with financial support from members, the Regional Arts Commission, Missouri Arts Council, a state agency, the Arts and Education Council, the Employees Community Fund of Boeing and the City of Florissant.

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City of Olivette to host Inaugural Turkey Trot The City of Olivette is pleased to announce its inaugural Turkey Trot, sponsored by Barnes Jewish Hospital West County. This 5K run/walk will be held Thanksgiving Day morning. All proceeds and any canned food collected will be donated to Olivette’s local food pantry, the Harvey KornBlum Jewish Food Pantry. Starting and ending at Stacy Park, runners and walkers will follow a flat course through the streets of Olivette. The race will begin at 8 am with awards

and prizes being handed out shortly after 9 am. Awards will be given to the top three male and female overall finishers in each age group. Prizes will be awarded for the following categories: family with the most participants, family with the heaviest bag of food/dry good donations and best costume. The event will take place rain or shine. All registered participants will receive a long-sleeve t-shirt commemorating the inaugural event. There is a $20 entry fee that will increase to $25 after Nov. 18. Those wishing to participate can register online at www.onesto-

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Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation (FPACF) is pleased to announce the 5th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition in the spring of 2015. Online registration to enter is now open for all high school students in the St. Louis Metropolitan area. There are no fees to participate. The event will follow a competition format with students vying for scholarships, special awards, prizes and the opportunity to compete in the finals on The Fabulous Fox Theatre stage on Friday, April 24, 2015. This event showcases the most talented teens in the region who excel in the performing arts. Finalists from the past four years have performed at the Muny, Sheldon Concert Hall, Six Flags, Fair St. Louis, Kranzberg Arts Center, Shakespeare Festival Green Show, Webster Groves Art & Air Fair, Midtown Taste, and with the Chamber Music Society of St. Louis. More than 180 senior high schools, homeschool networks, and performing arts organizations in the St. Louis metro area received details about the 5th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition. The call for entries deadline is Nov. 21, 2014. Contestants must be enrolled in 9th – 12th grade in the 2014-2015 school year and must attend a high school/home school within a 50-mile radius from the Arch. The Preliminary round will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 1, 2015. Acts may include up to six students performing as a group. “We hope students who are passionate about the performing arts will think creatively and register for the competition,” said Mary Strauss, president of the FPACF. Performing arts categories include (but are not limited to): singers, dancers, actors, musicians, rappers, comedians, ventriloquists, magicians, and circus skill artists. Contestants may perform with original or published material. Finalists in past years have included an aerialist, musicians, classical/rap/pop singers, a whistler, dancers, jugglers, a spoken word artist, and baton twirlers. The 2014 winner of the competition was Hula Hooper “Daring Donesha” Buhr of Fresh

Start North Academy and Circus Harmony. St. Louis Community College/Forest Park, UMSL’s J.C. Penney Conference Center and Lindenwood University’s Belleville campus auditorium in Illinois are the three preliminary round locations for Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 1, 2015. St. Louis Community College/Forest Park will host the semi-final round on Saturday, March 28. High school students can respond to the “Call for Entries” and register online at www.foxpacf.org. Each round and location will have a panel of at least three judges who will adjudicate and advance acts to the next round of competition. Judges for the Preliminary and Semi-final rounds are arts professionals from the St. Louis region who are asked to give each act constructive, verbal feedback immediately after they perform. The finalists will compete on The Fox stage as part of a professionally produced show on Friday, April 24, 2015. The final competition at The Fox is taped by the NINE Network of Public Media and later aired on KETC as a one-hour broadcast. St. Louis Community College underwrites the TV broadcast. Students placing First, Second and Third will win college scholarships. Contestants who advance to the Semi-final round will be eligible for various prizes, special awards, and college scholarships (full list available at www.foxpacf. org). Finalists will also be provided unique performance opportunities within the St. Louis area arranged by FPACF and by request. “We are thrilled with the response to this event from students, parents, arts organizations and the community. The Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation is uniquely positioned to provide the opportunity for students to perform at the Fox. We are pleased that we are able to put talented young people in the spotlight onstage at the Fox and at other venues in St. Louis,” said Strauss.

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Simple DIY Steps to Protect your Car Through all Seasons There is much to love about the nuances of the changing seasons - from spending sunny days on the beach to hiking through autumn-kissed parks and skiing down snow-covered mountains. Throughout the year, just as you would protect yourself from seasonal elements like sun, rain and cold by applying sunscreen and dressing appropriately, it’s important to protect your vehicle from the great outdoors. Your car needs to be prepared for the varying weather ahead - just like people do. Here are a few easy DIY projects to keep your car looking new and running for seasons to come. Fix-ups for fall The crisp change in the air signals the exciting start of fall. However, before the cold-weather season kicks off, make sure to show your vehicle some love and touch up scratches that may have appeared during the road trips of summer months. By affordably fixing your car now, you can save yourself from a major, and costly, headache later. Worry-free winter Before the flurries start to fly, it’s important to pay close attention to vehicle maintenance. First, check all vehicle fluids to make sure they are at the appropriate levels. Things like oil, transmission fluid and brake fluid are especially important as they can cause engine damage and even prevent your car from starting on chilly mornings if they’re too low. Also, check the air pressure in your tires and inflate them if necessary. You can reference your owner’s manual or sidewall of the tire for information about optimum air pressure. To ensure your vehicle will be safe in rainy, snowy and icy conditions, have your tires balanced and rotated before the snow starts. If you live in a particularly snow-prone or rural area, you might also consider buying snow tires and/or

chains. See spring clearly Driving with worn or broken windshield wipers is dangerous, and recent statistics show the average driver only changes his wiper blades every three years. However, according to AAA, you should replace them every six to 12 months - about the same time you would purchase spark plugs, filters or other auto maintenance products. Often, car owners will try to stretch the limit by waiting to replace these items until absolutely necessary, but remember regular maintenance is more cost effective than accident repair. Headlight clarity is also important. Clouded lenses can reduce the effectiveness of your headlights up to 80 percent and pose serious safety concerns, according to Consumer Reports. Like replacing windshield wipers, spending a few dollars and an hour on restoring cloudy headlights will not only enhance the appearance of your vehicle, but also keep you safe. Headlight restoration kits can be purchased affordably and they will enhance headlight clarity while also protecting lenses from damaging UV rays. Fight the fade from summer sun Additionally, there are steps you can take to prevent interior damage to your car. For example, use a sun shade to keep your dashboard one of the largest plastic surfaces in your car - from getting too much light. This will keep any plastic or vinyl, as well as carpets and other surfaces, from becoming discolored and faded. Don’t forget to check your owner’s manual throughout the year and look for any recommended maintenance based on

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Negligence is the Rust of the Soul ... and the Car Whether it’s the anxiety of looking at a bank statement after a big purchase or waiting for news from a doctor, facing harsh realities can be nerve-racking. The same mentality applies when dealing with your car discrepancies, be it routine maintenance or even skirmishes with other drivers on—and sometimes off—the road. A recent index revealed that 57 percent of Americans leave regular car maintenance obligations such as registration, oil changes, and car inspections until the last minute or past the recommended timeframe. But what the large majority of the driving population lacks in fulfilling some standard car care needs, they make up for in other ways. Seventy-seven percent of drivers make sure to fill their gas tank before or immediately after their gas light goes on. While sixty-seven percent of drivers consider themselves “excellent” or “good” parallel parkers, maneuvering into a tight spot in two tries or less. Now that the fall and winter months are here to provide drivers with less than stellar road conditions, take into account these helpful car safety tips that will help you be more mindful of your cars basic needs: Check your tank - Running low on fuel on a regular basis can be hazardous to a car because it causes the fuel pump to pick up debris

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Christian Hospital Emergency Medical Services Named National Provider of the Year! The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) and EMS World have named Christian Hospital Emergency Medical Services (CH EMS) recipient of the 2014 National EMS Service Provider of the Year. CH EMS team members will be presented the award and honored at the NAEMT General Membership Meeting and Awards Presentation on Nov. 10, in Nashville, Tenn., and the following morning at EMS World Expo's opening ceremony. CH EMS is being recognized for its advances in EMS education and training; innovations in pre-hospital care and protocol development implemented; medical community involvement; EMS system/program upgrades implemented; worker safety and well-being programs implemented; injury- and illnessprevention projects implemented; and

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public-education project sponsorship programs. “It was a great surprise to win this award,” said Chris Cebollero, CH EMS chief. “Our goal was to be the best EMS agency in the nation. This award is great confirmation for the department that has set their sights on delivering outstanding patient care, being leaders in our community and role models for our career field.” CH EMS operates the largest hospital-based Photo courtesy Christian Hospital ambulance service in the approximately 46,000 requests for serstate and the second largest ambulance service in the St. Louis vice annually. Its fleet consists of 20 admetropolitan area as it provides prima- vanced life support ambulances and two ry 911 emergency services to north St. command/triage vehicles; and is staffed Louis County by 80 full-time first responders and 25 fire districts on-call responders, and eight full-time and commu- dispatchers. CH EMS has advanced hospital-based nities – serving more mobile integrated healthcare (MIH) than 250,000 in the community as part of its CHAP people and (Community Health Access Program), responding to decreasing emergency department ad-

mission of non-emergent patients by 11 percent, and assisting patients to find primary care physicians. In addition, CH EMS focuses public education efforts on teaching children about 911 and emergency situations through its "No Panic Please!" program. CH EMS also enhanced its lifesaving care to the community last year by partnering with Youth In Need with each CH ambulance designated a mobile “Safe Place” for those in crisis.

Greater North County Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Member, Firehouse Subs

The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for new, member Firehouse Subs, on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Shown in the photo cutting the ribbon is franchise owner Maureen Selzler. Joining in on the festivities were GNC Chamber President Carolyn Marty, Florissant Mayor Tom Schneider, Black Jack Fire Chief Mike Gantner, members of the Florissant Valley Fire Protection District, Chamber board members, ambassadors and staff. Firehouse Subs is located at 2312 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. Photo courtesy Greater North County Chamber of Commerce

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Foundation Created to Raise Private Funds for Ferguson-Florissant SD

Emerson Selects Hazelwood’s Bouchard, Spotanski for 2014 Excellence in Teaching Awards

The Ferguson-Florissant School District’s Board of Education recently approved the formation of Courtesy of the Ferguson-Florissant School District the FergusonFlorissant Foundation for Education (FFFE), which will focus on enhancing community support and expanding resources that enrich teaching, inspire learning, and maximize opportunities for all students in the Ferguson-Florissant School District. The FFFE will provide much-needed dollars for educational programs and activities that are not funded by the District’s normal operating budget. It will also award grants to recognize innovative teaching, which will provide resources directly to classroom teachers who develop and implement innovative educational programs. An advisory board consisting of Ferguson-Florissant parents, students and community members will be formed this fall, and will create grant criteria and oversee grant awards for teachers and staff. The FFFE is a component fund of the Greater Saint Louis Community Foundation. All gifts to the FFFE will qualify as charitable contributions for tax purposes. The Greater Saint Louis Community Foundation (GSTLCF) will make grants based upon the recommendations of the FFFE advisory board. According to Laura Modrusic, Ferguson-Florissant’s chief financial officer, the District decided to partner with the GSTLCF to benefit from the fund management expertise offered by the nearly century-old, community-based institution. “By tapping the vast resources of the GSTLCF, we can hit the ground running as we work to make a difference in the lives of our students,” said Modrusic. “We hope having this kind of support and expertise available to us at the outset will help us quickly fund deserving programs in our District, while also exposing the Ferguson-Florissant Foundation for Education to a greater number of potential donors.” Donors may make contributions directly to the fund at the Greater Saint Louis Community Foundation or through the Ferguson-Florissant School District.

Rodney “Paris” Bouchard and Rhonda Spotanski are the 2014 Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award recipients for the Hazelwood School District (HSD). Bouchard is a fifth grade science, social studies and writing teacher at Barrington Elementary. He is also the 2014 recipient of the Newspapers in Education Golden Apple Award, presented by The St. Louis American newspaper. This award recognizes educators for their innovative use of newspapers in classroom learning. Bouchard has worked in the District for five years. Before coming to HSD, he taught special education classes in the Webster Groves School District. Bouchard, who has bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Fontbonne University, is also the Science Teachers of Missouri’s (STOM) Elementary Science Teacher of the Year. Rhonda Spotanski teaches English language arts at Hazelwood West Middle School. A sixth-grade teacher, Spotanski is also involved with the HOME WORKS! program where she visits students at home to work with parents to help them help their child be successful in school, which she considers the best part of her job. A 16-year veteran of HSD, Spotanski has presented on behalf of West Middle and the school district including professional development workshops on topics like rigor and the Common Core. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of MissouriSt. Louis. “Building relationships and making sure my students know I care about each and every one of them as an individual is something that comes naturally, and I thoroughly enjoy that the most,” Spotanski said. “We’re extremely proud of this year’s awardees as their dedication and expertise are representative of our staff,” Dr. Grayling Tobias, HSD superintendent said. “Both Paris and Rhonda have an extraordinary passion for education and student achievement and we are grateful to have them as part of the HSD family.”

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Trinity Catholic Team Lends a Hand at St. Louis World Food Day A group of Trinity Catholic High School students assisted at St. Louis World Food Day at John Burroughs High School on Friday, Oct. 10. Seniors Danielle Doherty and Cayla Thurman and sophomores Abby Grumich, Alyssa Foulon, Holly Hennessey, Haley Rowberry and Kayleigh Fite assembled packages (along with 20 other high schools) of macaroni and cheese with soy for hungry people throughout the world. The students worked for three hours without a break and packaged more than 900 (15,000 all schools combined) dinners. Trinity Catholic history and psychology teacher Scott Moore coordinated the night of service.

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giving them a good kick.” Ove knows precisely how to do everything and doesn’t hesitate overstepping his bounds to tell neighbors, and strangers, that the Ove-way is the only way. In reality, the 59-year-old was bullied as a young person, and trodden on by many. He’s now miserably lonely since he lost his wife, a woman who provided color in his black and white world. “He went through life with his hands firmly shoved into his pockets. She danced.” Ove’s even more despondent because of his job loss, having recently been replaced by a computer. At loose ends and grief stricken, life pushes Ove over the edge. He becomes determined to join his wife in the hereafter, but when Ove attempts suicide either the rope he’s going to hang himself with breaks, or a needy neighbor interrupts him in the act of gassing himself, never realizing Ove’s intentions. Both bittersweet and biting, readers will root for Ove, a charming curmudgeon if ever there was one.

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As they gear up for Halloween this year, kids across the United States can make a difference in the lives of kids around the world by raising funds for those in need. Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF, a 64-year-old American tradition, is a program that provides donations of medicine, nutrition, clean water, emergency relief and education to children around the world. Below are some of the ways families can get involved. Donations go digital In addition to going door-to-door with traditional orange boxes to collect coins for UNICEF, for the first time kids and parents can now set up individual fundraising pages on Crowdrise for their friends and family members to donate. Participants also can turn their Halloween parties into Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF fundraisers by creating a donation page and including a link to it in their party invitation. To get started, visit www. trickortreatforunicef.org. School challenge The campaign relies not only on children and

parents, but also on educators to teach their students the value of helping kids in need. This year K-8 teachers can participate through the second annual Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF School Challenge. The competition will provide 15 grand prize winning teachers with technology grants. All entrants will be asked to describe how they will teach their classrooms about issues facing children globally and the importance of giving back. Additional support Another way families can participate in this year’s campaign is through partners and supporters, including HSN, Inc., Key Club International, Coinstar, Inc. and BuyCostumes.com. Interactive multichannel retailer HSN, Inc. is returning this Halloween as a proud national sponsor of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF. Throughout October, HSNi Cares will raise funds through brands Chasing Fireflies, Grandin Road, HSN and TravelSmith, and customers can support Trick-orTreat for UNICEF by making a donation online or over the phone when placing their orders.

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is a pretty decent dad. Lauren bonds with Grandpa Joseph, and her presence leads to one of the most genuine moments in the movie. The Judge needs more heartfelt scenes like that. Vincent D’Onofrio offers nice support, though, as Glen, Hank’s brother and the apple of Judge Palmer’s eye. Denied his life’s dream, the good-hearted Glen counterbalances Hank’s arrogance and bluster. As the prosecuting attorney, Billy Bob Thornton is a buttoned-down, cold-as-ice terror in the courtroom. On the romantic side, Vera Farmiga plays Samantha Powell, Hank’s high school girlfriend and a local business owner. She’s pretty, smart, and a savvy business owner, but her encounters with a clueless Hank are not enjoyable for both her and the audience. Samantha could easily do a whole lot better than Hank. Director David Dobkin should be sentenced to 1000 hours of community service for inflicting The Judge on audiences. It’s proof-positive that you can pack a cast with A-list celebrities and still have a flop. The Judge, rated R for language including some sexual references, currently is playing in theaters.

In business, The Law of Diminishing Returns says productivity may perceptibly drop when a factory employs too many workers. Finding the proper labor balance is essential to success, even in movies. Casein-point: Robert Downey, Jr.’s latest outing in The Judge. Despite a plethora of Oscarcaliber talent, it produces less enjoyment than expected. Downey plays Hank Palmer, a big city lawyer who returns to his childhood home for his mother’s funeral. He has a less-thantearful reunion with his father, Judge Joseph Palmer (Robert Duvall), and awkward encounters with family and friends. As a teen, Hank couldn’t wait to leave town, and he didn’t like returning. Unfortunately, Judge Palmer is charged with murder before Hank’s return flight leaves the tarmac. Teaming up with a local attorney (Dax Shepard), the big city lawyer puts his feelings aside to find out the truth behind the accusations. David Dobkin has directed some intriguing comedies about families (Fred Claus, The Change-Up), but he turned The Judge into a confusing mess of a movie. An unholy mixture of My Cousin Vinny and The Verdict, The Judge simply doesn’t know what it wants to be. Hank’s strained relationship with his dad serves as the emotional core, but these characters make no progress in healing the rift. Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve BryWhile watching his dad on the bench, Hank an is now based in Anaheim, California, and has shows honest respect for his father, but they been allowed access to movie and television sets The Judge photos courtesy of Warner Bros to see actors and directors at work. Though his simply can’t say a kind word to each other. writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, Even the final scene of The Judge is unsatisfying and unfulfilled. at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies On the other hand, Hank’s onscreen relationship with his daughter Lauren at neighborhood theaters. (Emma Tremblay) is charming. No matter what other problems he has, Hank

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Whether you’re preparing for a big gathering or hosting a small dinner with loved ones, make any get-together a special occasion with a twist on delicious, seasonal classics. Impress your guests with a Hot & Spicy Mulled Cider and a Sweet & Smoky Roast Chicken that will fill your home with enticing aromas and joyful memories.

Sweet & Smoky Roast Chicken Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 75 minutes | Servings: 4-6 Created by Chef Matt Gordon

Holiday cooking tips Here are a few tricks to use when preparing a special holiday meal: • Prepare some items a day or two in advance, or prep vegetables the day before to help save time the day of the big party. • Brine the chicken the night before to help loosen muscle fibers, allowing the chicken to retain moisture when roasting the next day. • Ladle hot mulled cider into warm cups or mugs, and place extra bourbon and Tabasco Sauce on the side for guests who enjoy an added kick. • Bring the mulled cider to the table by pouring it into a thermos. This will help keep the cider warm without having to leave the table to top off your guests’ mugs. For more delicious recipes for your holiday menu, visit www.tabasco.com.

Hot & Spicy Mulled Cider Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes | Servings: 18 Created by Chef Jonathon Sawyer

Ingredients: Chicken brine: 1/3 cup kosher salt 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 4 sprigs fresh thyme 8 cloves garlic 1 tablespoon peppercorns 1 lemon, sliced 1 whole chicken (2.5-4 pounds), rinsed 3 quarts cold water Olive oil Freshly cracked pepper Sauce: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, (canola, grapeseed or corn oil) 1 jalapeno, de-seeded and minced 1 red bell pepper, de-seeded and diced into small cubes 2 sticks celery, diced into small cubes 1/2 teaspoon ground star anise or ground fennel 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 inch stick lemongrass, bruised with back of knife or rolling pin 1 cup apple cider vinegar 2 cups orange juice 1/2 cup brown sugar 5 tablespoons Tabasco Chipotle Sauce, divided 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot 1 tablespoon water 4 tablespoons butter

Ingredients: 1 gallon fresh apple cider 1 stick cinnamon 2 star anise 4 cloves 3 allspice berries 1⁄2 cup sliced almonds, toasted 2 tablespoons honey 1 1/2 cups bourbon 3/4 cup applejack 1 cup honey liqueur 5 dashes apple bitters 2 tablespoons Tabasco Original Red Sauce, or more to taste Orange twist, for garnish Apple, sliced, for garnish

Directions: For brine, bring four cups water to a boil. Remove from heat and add salt, sugars, thyme, garlic, peppercorns and lemon.

add jalapeno, bell pepper, celery, anise, paprika and lemongrass, stirring every 30 seconds until spices are aromatic and vegetables are soft, about 3 minutes.

In bowl large enough to fully submerge chicken, combine cold water with warm, seasoned water mixture. Add chicken and soak, covered and refrigerated, 12-16 hours.

Add vinegar and bring to a boil. Reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes. Add orange juice, sugar and 4 tablespoons Tabasco Sauce. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove chicken from brine and pat dry. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with pepper. Bake chicken in casserole dish or deep pan, breast side up, for 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare sauce. Heat oil in small saucepan over medium heat and

In separate bowl, combine cornstarch and water. Add to sauce and let simmer for 1 minute. Turn off heat and stir butter into sauce until melted. Add remaining Tabasco Sauce. Reduce oven heat to 300°F and bake for 10 minutes. Glaze with sauce liberally; return to oven and bake until internal temperature – taken at deepest part of thigh area – reaches 165°F, about 20 minutes. Let rest 20 minutes before serving.

Directions: In stainless steel pot, combine cider with cinnamon, anise, cloves, allspice berries, almonds and honey. Simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat; add bourbon, applejack, liqueur, bitters and Tabasco Sauce. Store in refrigerator until ready to be enjoyed. Once ready, gently warm cider cocktail. Garnish with orange twist, sliced raw apple, almonds and dash of Tabasco Sauce.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events Oct. 22: Square Dance with Joe Mangogna The Villa at Riverwood, 1 Pratt Place in Florissant. Free square dance lessons offered. Refreshments will be served. For more information, or to make a reservation, call 314.839.5000. Oct 22: VFW Post 4105 Karaoke 8-12pm, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois in Florissant. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information, call 314.831.6121. Oct. 24: City of Overland & Overland Business Association Kids

Halloween Party 6-8:15pm, City of Overland Frank Munsch Community Center, 9225 Lackland Rd. in Overland. This is a free, safe, indoor trick-or-treating event open to children ages 2 to 12 of Overland Residents, Overland Business Owners, and City of Overland Employees and their families. Event will feature costume contests by age groups, pizza and a drink for the kids, scavenger hunt, games and prizes, and candy. For more information, call 314.428.0490 or go to www.overlandmo.org and click on the “Calendar” section. Oct. 24: Project DEAMHI Trivia Night Trivia from 6:30-9:30pm, Brent-

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10am – 4pm, 7am – 4pm, 7am3pm, Christian Hospital Lobby, 11133 Dunn Rd. Choose from hardcovers and paperbacks including many popular titles from the New York Times Best Seller Lists, cookbooks, children’s books, musical selections, photo albums, games and puzzles. All proceeds go toward improving patient care. Nov. 7 & 5: St. Rose Philippine Duchesne First Friday Fried Chicken Dinners 3500 St. Catherine St. in Florissant. Nov. 8: Wild Bird Rehabilitation Trivia Night & Silent Auction 6 pm, Trivia at 7 pm, Kirkwood Community Center, 111 S. Geyer Rd in Kirkwood. Cash prizes for first and second place finishers. Tickets are $20 each. Soda and water is included. Alcohol permitted. For more information and to purchase tickets, call Denise White at 314.426.6400. Nov. 8: Diabetes Fair 9 am-1pm, Christian Hospital, Detrick Building Atrium, 11133 Dunn Rd. Free glucose screening. Registration is required and space is limited. Call 314.747.9355, or 1.877.747.9355. Nov. 8: St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 8th Grade Class of 2015 Bingo Dinner St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, 3500 St. Catherine St. in Florissant. Tickets are $20 per person. For more information, call 314.837.3410. Nov. 9: Ferguson Career Fair for a Cause 2-9pm, Wellspring Church, 33 S. Florissant Rd. in Ferguson. The faijr seeks business owner who may provide jobs to unemployed in the community. No cost for potential employers to participate but a donate is requested. For more information, or to register, email tierrafl@gmail.com.

www.mycnews.com • Community News • October 22, 2014 Dec 12-14: Light Display Tour in Overland 5-9:30pm, City of Overland Frank Munsch Community Center 9225 Lackland Rd. Be the judge for the best Christmas Light display in Overland on the “Christmas Light Trolley” ride tour. For more information, visit www.overlandmo Recurring Events Mondays: Karaoke at DeLeo’s Cafe & Deli 2782 North Hwy 67, Florissant, 8 10:30pm, 314.839.3880. Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316. 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.

Month: Stroke Support Group 3-4pm, Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Lisa Erlinger at 314.653.5331. 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. Every Friday: The Bridge at Florissant Hot Diggity Dog Build your own hot dog. 11:30am, The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant. To RSVP, call 314.831.0988. Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400

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ticipant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090. Every Monday, Health Tips With Mary Swip 11am,. The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant. Sales Director Mary Swip will have a guest speaker come talk about health and wellness tips All Bridge events are free, but require reservations. Please RSVP by calling 314.831.0988. Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or

call 314.738.2599. 2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@sbcglobal. net. Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Bridgeton Trails Library, 3455 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314.344.6873. Third Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association At Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, 10 – 11am, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr., St. Louis, 314.292.7504

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By Joe Morice

Whirlpool Bought Maytag? Remember the old lonesome Maytag Repairman commercial? He was pictured napping in a chair in his shop with his feet propped up, snoring away with cobwebs hanging on him. It signified Maytag didn’t need repairs thereby, it was the best. At the time, it really was the best or so we believed. The fact that it cost more than the other brands may have been one reason. Most of us couldn’t afford one and ended up with less expensive brands. One popular brand was Sears and Roebuck’s Kenmore. Sears had various price levels of washing machines from basic cheapo to all-the-bells-and-whistles. We were impoverished newlyweds tiring of Laundromats, so we bought the basic version. The shiny new machine came with a one year warranty. An extended

warranty was offered that cost extra. Extended warranties smelled of rip-off in my young mind, so I passed on it. I figured that if the machine was as great as they claimed, it should last forever. I apparently suffered the rudimentary delusions of youth. The new machine perked along for 13 months before it quit. The repairman said the electric motor burned out. He said it had aluminum windings and they didn’t last nearly as long as copper windings. I had to agree with him, knowing something about electric motors cheapened with aluminum windings. Then he asked us when we bought it. “Uh oh,” I moaned. “The factory warranty expired last month.” Although this was my first experience with built-in obsolescence, it was not my first experience with my bride having a hissy-fit accompanied by tears, sobbing and threats of suicide. Enter my bride’s Grandpa. He was a kindly old gent that probably never had an enemy except for Grandma when he pruned the middle out of a tree in their front yard. Grandpa called Sears and somehow talked them out of a labor charge but we would have to pay for a new motor. “Hooray!” we shouted. “We want the motor with the copper windings.” After it was installed, Grandpa took the old motor to Sears and talked them into forgoing the charge for the new motor as well. I’m not sure how he did this. Perhaps since he was such a kind and gentle old soul, they felt sorry for him…or maybe he showed them a dyna-

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mite bomb under his coat. We’ll never know. About two years later, after the Kenmore’s gearbox cracked, we visited an appliance store. They had a shiny new Whirlpool with all the bells and whistles on sale. It did everything from washing clothes to doing the Frug during spin cycles…or so it seemed. The control panel looked like the dashboard of an F-4 fighter jet. Sitting next to it was a basic Maytag for a hundred dollars more. I asked to see the motor. The salesman grinned and pulled up on the front panel, removed it and set it aside in one smooth motion. Wow! The entire insides were exposed. I swooned. It had a motor with copper windings. It was a Maytag! I said, “Sold!” My bride said…never mind what she said. She wanted the Whirlpool/F-4 that danced. That was 42 years ago. That Maytag washed clothes of my family, my kids college friends, and whomever else dropped by for coffee and laundry service. It never saw a repairman. I still use it. A friend bought a high-dollar Maytag a few years ago. It lasted a little over two years before it smoked. He growled, “If only I’d known Whirlpool had bought Maytag...” I wondered if it had aluminum windings. Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.